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Gardaí appeal for witnesses to log cabin blaze in Glenshelane By Paul Mooney GARDAÍ believe a fire which gutted a log cabin in Glenshelane Woods, Cappoquin, was started maliciously and have appealed for witnesses to come forward with information. The emergency services were alerted to the fire at Glenshelane Woods around 11.00 p.m. last Sunday night. Fire Brigades from Cappoquin and Lismore attended the blaze and on arrival they found the log cabin well alight. There were fears the fire could have spread to the sur-

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rounding trees, but the Fire Service quickly brought the blaze under control. The Fire Service remained at the scene for several hours until the area was made safe. c Continued on page 3

The remains of one of the log cabins at Glenshelane Woods, which was gutted in a blaze last Sunday night.

ALL fire stations in County Waterford are now currently ‘on the run’ or operational and able to respond to emergencies, according to Waterford City and County Council. It follows months of uncertainty across County Waterford when several retained fire stations were ‘off the run’ as a result of insufficient staffing levels. One of those fire stations Kilmacthomas - has not operated over the past two months due to a rostering dispute, which raised fears about emergency incidents in mid-County Waterford and the possibility that they could turn into life or death situations, especially if the fire brigade has to attend from further away - such as Dungarvan, Portlaw, Tramore or even Waterford City. Last week, Fianna Fáil Waterford Deputy, Mary Butler, called for both sides in the ongoing dispute at Kilmacthomas Fire Station to

engage in mediation to solve the situation. “The firemen provide an excellent and vital service to the entire Kilmacthomas area, and every day that the men are stood down is a day whereby local people aren’t being provided with an extremely important service,” said Deputy Butler,

whose father worked as a retained fire fighter for over 26 years. Following negotiations between the Council and fire brigade representatives, by last weekend it appeared that Kilmacthomas Fire Station was the only retained fire station to remain compromised. However, a Council

spokesperson later confirmed to this newspaper that “all fire stations” under its jurisdiction “are currently on the run”. The issue arose when the roster arrangement that defined two teams of four fire fighters be registered for service at all times was upped to two teams of five. c Continued on page 2

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All fire stations now operational c FROM FRONT PAGE If the number of fire fighters available falls below five, then this leads to a situation whereby two or even three retained fire stations could be ‘off the run’ or stood down and that station is then covered by the nearest fire station. It also means that local fire fighting crews cannot attend any emergency situations and potentially have to watch as their colleagues from other fire stations fought fires in their neighbourhood.

On one particular date last July, it transpired that four retained fire stations in County Waterford were deemed ‘off the run’ - Kilmacthomas, Portlaw, Tallow and Lismore. Details of how the issue was resolved have not been released but Waterford Council has responded to inquiries with the following message: “All fire stations in Waterford City and County Council are currently on the run”. Earlier in the week, Chief Fire Officer Niall Curtin told this

newspaper that negotiations are continuing with staff to resolve the issue at Kilmacthomas Fire Station. He added: “Fire Service Management are continuously monitoring brigade availability throughout the County and putting measures in place to ensure adequate fire cover is provided at all times”. Previously, fire fighters have expressed ongoing concerns about the situation because they say the numbers required to be on call are not practical with cur-

rent staffing levels - a point which was made by Cllr. Seanie Power at last month’s meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. Cllr. John O’Leary concurred, saying it appears to be a HR (Human Resources) problem and warned that morale is low within the fire service due to the situation. He said the part-time retained fire fighters who work throughout the county “are all very dedicated people”. Cllr. Power agreed, saying the retained fire fighters “do a brilliant job - a

dangerous job - and it is a very essential service”. CFO Mr. Curtin pointed out that the Council “continuously runs recruitment campaigns to fill any fire crew vacancies that arise or that can be predicted in the future”. “Any current vacancies have been advertised and applicants will be interviewed shortly,” Mr. Curtin added. NEW FIRE STATION FOR KILMACTHOMAS Meanwhile, Kilmacthomas is still on track for a new fire sta-

tion, it has been confirmed. A Fire Service Capital Programme was announced in February, 2016, which included a proposal for grant aid for a new fire station in Kilmacthomas, which is scheduled for approval to go to tender in 2019. “Preparations for this target are on schedule and Fire Service Management have been liaising with the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management on the project,” CFO Mr. Curtin told the Dungarvan Observer.

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Gardaí appeal for witnesses to log cabin fire in Glenshelane c FROM FRONT PAGE The log cabin was completely destroyed in the fire. No-one is living at the site and the log cabin was unoccupied at the time. No injuries were reported in the incident and the scene was preserved for a technical examination by crime scene investigators. Sgt. Mick Bourke, Sergeantin-Charge at Dungarvan Garda Station said Gardaí are investigating the blaze, which they suspect was started deliberately, and have appealed for any witnesses to come forward. If anyone saw person(s) acting suspicious on the night in question, or if they saw any suspicious vehicles in the locality, to contact Gardaí at Dungarvan Garda Station on 058-48600. GLENSHELANE FOREST PARK The site, known as Glenshelane Forest Park, is located approximately several hundred yards along the path from the entrance to Glenshelane Woods and was built as an outdoor pursuits / holiday centre-type accommodation. The site contains five log cab-

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A MULTI-million euro state-of-the-art Primary Care Centre (PCC) in Dungarvan is now up and running and open to the public, providing a ‘one-stop-shop’ for various health services and clinics. The facility, which was part of a €140 million capital investment to deliver 14 Primary Care Centres nationally, was originally expected to open last March, but there was a delay from the original planned operational date, “due to some outstanding maintenance matters that required to be completed”, a HSE spokesperson acknowledged. Dungarvan PCC is built on the site of Dungarvan

Community Hospital. Public Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Counselling in Primary Care and Mental Health Services to include Day Services and Consultant Clinics, are among the services being provided at Dungarvan PCC, which became operational on Monday, 25th June. The HSE spokesperson said that despite the delay in opening Dungarvan PCC, “there has been no cost over-run to the HSE”. Dungarvan PCC was developed under the Public

Private Partnership (PPP) model with funds provided by a number of commercial lenders, including 50 percent of the funding being provided by the European Investment Bank to the PPP consortium Healthcare Centres Ltd. The facilities, which include provision of a range of facilities management services, will be operated by the PPP company for a period of 25 years. The HSE will pay for the facilities and services through an annual unitary payment. At the end of the 25 year period the facilities will revert to the ownership of the HSE.

Absence of permanent Garda in An Rinn ‘not language related’ By Christy Parker

and Gaeltacht resident Conor McGuinness, Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne informed a recent Joint Policing Committee (JPC) meeting that the station had “not been staffed for several years due to there being no Garda proficient in Irish.” The Sinn Féin man had been “very concerned” by the remarks and found it “unacceptable to

GARDAÍ say the absence of a permanent Garda in An Rinn is “a resources issue” and not related to a dearth of proficient Irish speakers in the force, as seems to have been mistakenly perceived. According to a press release from Sinn Féin representative

deny an area a local guard and to use language as an excuse.” Gaeltacht residents, he reminded, were “not second hand citizens.” The misunderstanding seems to have arisen after native language speaking JPC attendee Críostóir Ó Faoláin asked whether there were any officers capable of dealing with the public through Irish at checkpoints, etc., particularly in regard to the

Gaeltacht, where he had been stopped. The Chief Superintendent replied that were a Garda permanently appointed in the Gaeltacht he or she would have to be proficient in the Irish language (under the Official Languages Act). Meanwhile the area is policed from Dungarvan. The Chief Superintendent elaborated that there was no per-

manent Garda in An Rinn at present but he did not state that the absence was due to there not being a suitably proficient officer available. (In fact there are two Gardaí understood to be well versed in the language stationed in Dungarvan). A Senior Garda has now clarified the matter, stressing that it “has nothing to do with the language but is down to available

resources”. It is unclear when a Garda was last stationed in An Rinn (population 500) but the records show that when FG Deputy John Deasy sought the deployment levels for the Waterford / Carlow / Kilkenny jurisdiction in November, 2015 from then Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald, there was one permanent recruit in the area.

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a fire GARDAÍ believe cabin a log which gutted Woods, in Glenshelane started Cappoquin, was and have maliciously to appealed for witnesses with inforcome forward mation. services

The emergency fire at to the were alerted around Glenshelane Woods night. Fire Sunday trees, but the 11.00 p.m. last from rounding brought the Brigades Fire Service quickly The Fire and Lismore Cappoquin blaze under control. scene blaze and on remained at the area attended the the log cabin Service until the for several hours arrival they found made safe. well alight. the fire was on page 3 There were fears the sur- c Continued to could have spread

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Public reminded to make submissions on cardiac services consultation WATERFORD Councillor Eddie Mulligan is reminding people they can make a submission on a review of cardiac services nationwide. Cllr. Mulligan said this is the public’s chance to play their part, particularly the people of Waterford. Currently, there is no 24/7 cardiac care

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Anti-social behaviour complaints treated confidentially by Council SENIOR officials with Waterford City and County Council have reiterated that anyone who reports incidents of anti-social behaviour to the Council can do so in the strictest confidence. The point was made at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, after Cllr. John Pratt said that many people were afraid to report serious violence or anti-social behaviour because they may be called forward as a witness in court proceedings. Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing, who gave a presentation to the JPC meeting about the Council’s role in tackling anti-social behaviour, said it was reflective in the numbers of complaints about anti-social behaviour. “It looks as if only three percent of our tenants are experiencing anti-social behaviour, which is not the fact,” Ms. Breathnach revealed. “People are afraid to report such incidents,” she acknowledged. “But, if the person reports the matter to the Council, it is treated in the strictest confidence. We are hoping we will get more complaints through our Tenancy Management Officers who liaise with our residents groups.” Ms. Breathnach explained the Council now has a Tenancy Management Unit and an AntiSocial Behaviour and Estate Management Unit. ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR AT PRIVATE TENANCIES Cllr. Pratt pointed out that some anti-social behaviour issues which occur in estates are not all coming from Council tenants. “Some are issues in private tenancies, which are causing a lot of these problems - they are not all coming from local authority houses,” Cllr. Pratt said. Concurring, Director of Services, Ivan Grimes saying he has dealt with a number of antisocial behaviour complaints which came in through Councillors, and they were actually in relation to private rented properties. “The anti-social behaviour had nothing to do with our tenants, but yet the perception in the community is that they were Council tenants, which is not often the case,” Mr. Grimes said. PUBLIC PERCEPTION Cllr. Joe Kelly said there is the perception amongst people that reporting anti-social behaviour to

the Council “is a waste of time” and the Council is considered “useless”. “I don’t accept that. People just don’t see a lot of successes,” Cllr. Kelly said, suggesting that the Council’s successes in tackling anti-social behaviour should be more publicised. “The general view held by the public is that anti-social behaviour, like dogs barking, loud music, etc., is a huge problem if your are living next door to it, but that the Council are not terribly successful in those areas – that’s what has been my experience so far,” Cllr. Kelly said. Mr. Grimes said that perception of the Council as “useless” is very disappointing because of the work put in by the Housing section and its various teams to tackle anti-social behaviour. He said it appears Council tenants are blamed for all antisocial behaviour, and that is not the case. Mr. Grimes said the Council is increasing its staff resources to deal with anti-social behaviour problems and the various teams in place have been very active. He again encouraged the public to report all incidents of antisocial behaviour to the Council in the strictest confidence. Ms. Breathnach said the Council owns and manages over 5,000 properties throughout the city and county, and as the housing authority, the Council is committed to taking appropriate action to prevent, reduce and respond to incidents of antisocial behaviour and breaches of tenancy agreements that occur within its social housing units. She said the Council works closely with other agencies, such as the Gardaí, the HSE, Department of Social Protection, Revenue and other statutory agencies in tackling anti-social behaviour. FIGURES According to the figures presented by Ms. Breathnach, the Council received 45 complaints last year in relation to violence / threats / intimidation; seven complaints in relation to damage to property; 33 complaints in relation to noise / disturbance / animal nuisance; 14 complaints in relation to drugs; 20 complaints in relation to tenancy breaches; four complaints relating to rubbish / maintenance of gardens / illegal dumping; seven complaints regarding abandoned houses; four complaints regarding parking / boundary disputes; and four

complaints in relation to illegal occupiers. In the first two months of this year (1st January to 26th February) Waterford Council has received a total of 74 complaints, 19 of which relate to violence / harassment / intimidation and 12 which relate to noise / disturbance. NOISE COMPLAINTS Ms. Breathnach said noise complaints under anti-social behaviour can be difficult to deal with, such as dogs barking. “We usually direct people to another option - under the Noise Pollution Act under Environment Legislation, which has more power than what we have in regards to tenancy breaches,” she said. “We do deal with such complaints as well, but we don’t take court action for dogs barking.” COURT CASES AND COUNCIL’S POWERS Cllr. Jason Murphy asked if a person makes an anonymous complaint to the Council about serious anti-social behaviour problems, who takes the case to court against the tenant causing the problems, and will the person who made the complaint be called to court as a witness? He also asked what powers and sanctions the Council has to deal with anti-social behaviour tenants. Mr. Grimes said if it is a very serious case of anti-social behaviour, “you would expect it would have come to the attention of the Gardaí”. “We will not take any action that will compromise an active Garda investigation,” he said. “Some Councillors will be aware of complaints which were made, but we’ve had to defer action until a conviction was secured in the courts,” Mr. Grimes said. Ms. Breathnach said it is the Council who takes the offender to court, but the local authority also depends on the Gardaí in such cases. “The Gardaí support us very well. But there can be a bit of waiting involved, as we have to wait for the Garda investigation to go through the court process and secure a conviction before we can take our own action,” Ms. Breathnach said. “That is not necessarily in all cases - we have three pending exclusion orders, where there are people in the household, but not everyone in the household is causing problems. But, we can apply to the courts and get the family evicted if the anti-social

L A I C O S I R T U N O A I V A H E B behaviour problems or conviction is warranted.” Cllr. Kelly asked who makes a decision on a complaint before it goes any further? Ms. Breathnach said the complaint goes through the new Tenancy Management Unit and it is allocated to an investigating officer, depending on the severity of the complaint. ACTION ON CARAVANS Cllr. Kelly asked if the Council has taken action against tenants who store a lot of caravans around their home. Ms. Breathnach said the Council has carried out a ‘blitz’ over the past six months in relation to caravans stored outside Council houses. “Notices were issued and the caravans were moved. If you know of any, let us know and we’ll take action,” Ms. Breathnach said. EVICTIONS Cllr. John O’Leary asked how many evictions the Council carries out each year and asked what becomes of those people - “are they left on their todd?” Ms. Breathnach revealed that there haven’t been any evictions to date under the new 2014 legislation. “It has been slow nationwide to do that because of the way the legislation is written and waiting for the roll out of training,” Ms. Breathnach said. She said the Council has plans to bring several eviction cases in the near future. “If a family is evicted because of their anti-social behaviour they are deemed to have made themselves homeless and will not be eligible for homeless services or for housing supports from the local authority in future - so they are as Cllr. O’Leary said - ‘left on their todd’,” Ms. Breathnach confirmed. Cllr. Kelly asked if a person is found to be causing anti-social

behaviour and are in line to be evicted from a Council house, what happens to others in the household who could be innocent of what’s going on. Ms. Breathnach replied that if it is the tenant or a member of their family who is causing the anti-social behaviour, then the Council seeks an exclusion order for the offender, so as not to punish anyone else living in the house. “However,” Ms. Breathnach warned: “Ultimately, it is the tenants who are responsible for their own household and anyone who calls to the house and their actions. “If the tenant is involved in anti-social behaviour, the whole family gets evicted,” she said. ABANDONED HOUSES PPN (Public Participation Network) representative on the JPC, Breda Halligan queried the timescale from when a Council house is deemed to be abandoned until it is reallocated. Ms. Breathnach said the timescale can vary because investigations involve liaising with the ex-tenant. She said the best route for the Council is to get the ex-tenant to surrender their tenancy, and if that happens, the Council can take the property straight away so that it is put into their vacant house refurbishment programme and fixed up for reallocation. In other cases, she said it sometimes can be difficult to get in contact with the tenant, so a legal process is involved which takes slightly longer. “It could take anywhere between three to six months, depending on the process and what we have to do,” Ms. Breathnach said. Mr. Grimes pointed out that not all vacant or abandoned houses / properties are Councilowned. He said vacant properties are

“definitely a cause for anti-social behaviour and we take that very seriously”, adding: “The number of vacant Council houses, I can assure you, is a very small proportion of the overall number of vacant or abandoned houses around the city and county”. ESTATE OFFICERS AND EVICTION SUCCESSES Cllr. John Hearne said he was delighted to hear that Estate Officers are being brought back by the Council. “That is a fantastic move, I’ve been chasing that for a long time,” Cllr. Hearne said. However, he said that problems in city housing estates are being caused by four or five families and said these families “need to be confronted”. He accused the families of “basically using their Council homes as a base camp for theft”. “We all know who they are and they need to be confronted. The Gardaí and Council need to get together and target these people and drive them out!” Cllr. Hearne said. “Take them to court – be seen to be evicting them and do it on a Saturday afternoon if you have to - but it needs to be done. People cannot use our Council houses as a base camp for crime!” Cllr. Hearne added. Ms. Breathnach said that the public should begin to see successes in the near future with action taken under new legislation. She pointed out that it was Council policy to have their investigating officers go back to the person who made the complaint to keep them updated and let them know what is happening with the case and the outcome. CONTACT Problems in Council housing estates can be reported to the Council on 0761-10-20-20 and all complaints are treated with the utmost of confidentiality.

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Public’s role in assisting Gardaí in the detection of crime is extremely important THE role of members of the public in assisting Gardaí to detect crime such as robberies is extremely important, the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee was told. Superintendent Chris Delaney, who presented figures at the meeting, noted that the number of robberies in the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date is on a par with last year. In a breakdown of the figures, robberies from an establishment more than doubled in the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date, while robberies from the person decreased by 36 percent. Supt. Delaney said there were some very serious robberies at the start of the year, particularly in the city, as well as “a few nasty” robberies in the county, which increased the figures for robbery crimes.

“We had to conduct multiple surveillance operations in the city and we had successes in relation to that,” he said. Supt. Delaney said robberies are where there is a element of violence used and there were recent successes in several cases. “One of the key detections we had was due to information which we received from a member of the public,” Supt. Delaney said. “It is very important if the public see anything suspicious going on, in this era of mobile phones, they should contact the Gardaí immediately,” he said. “Lift the phone and make the call while the crime is happening and the Gardaí will act immediately.” He expressed his thanks to the person concerned who phoned in information which led to a huge success in a recent robbery. Figures over a seven year

period (2010-2017) show that robberies of an establishment and robbery from a person peaked in 2011 in the Waterford Division. “There were a spate of them in 2011 and 2012,” Supt. Delaney said. However, since then, robberies of establishments have dropped by around 73 percent and robberies from people have dropped by 34 percent. Supt. Delaney explained that robbery from a person is where a person is robbed of their mobile phone or wallet in the street, with an element of threat or violence, which qualifies the crime into the robbery category. “It can cause a lot of fear to the public.We do prioritise these crimes - violent crime has always been a priority for the Gardaí and we have allocated a lot of resources to it over the past seven years,” he added.

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Reduction in burglaries leads to increase in thefts from shops IT is believed that a reduction in the number of burglaries over the past seven years has led to an increase in thefts from shops, a senior Garda has told Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee. According to figures presented to the recent JPC meeting by Superintendent Chris Delaney, burglaries peaked in 2014 at 824 incidents in the Waterford Division, but since then, the crime has dropped by 34 percent. Supt. Delaney acknowledged that 2014 “was a pretty bad year for us”, but pointed out that burglaries have reduced considerably since then. He said burglary is a priority offence for Gardaí and a lot of work and resources go into it to charge people with burglary, even though it can be a difficult crime to detect. “A lot of people in the criminal world realise they are getting heavy sentences in court [for burglaries] and that spreads amongst the criminals,” he said. This has resulted, it is believed, in a reduction of burglaries and increase in thefts from shops. Supt. Delaney acknowledged that there is a displacement from burglary crimes to ‘thefts from shops’ by certain individuals or

groups and while Gardaí have prioritised burglaries, they also want to solve thefts from shops. According to figures for the Waterford Division in the year to date, compared with last year, Tramore experienced a 63 percent increase in burglaries, while Waterford City experienced a slight increase. In Dungarvan, burglaries dropped by 48 percent in the same period. Cllr. Jason Murphy wanted to know how many victims of burglaries had alarms fitted and if they were effective, pointing out that many elderly people take solace in security such as PhoneWatch. Supt. Delaney replied he would have to examine the information on the burglary reports and come back to Cllr. Murphy with the information at a later date. “I will come back to you with that information if we have it,” he said. “But, there are a significant number of cases where people have alarms on their houses, but don’t set them when they leave the house.We are all busy people, I appreciate that,” he said. Supt. Delaney warned that there can be a “casualness” with

some people who don’t lock their doors or windows or set their alarm. He said people can be very busy going to work or whatever, and not notice a person or a vehicle keeping them under surveillance. “Some of the best burglary detections we’ve had in the city come from people lifting the phone and ringing us to say they’ve saw something suspicious, with the full registration of the vehicle and a description of the potential suspects,” Supt Delaney said. “From the feedback we get from criminals – things like having a high hedge in front of the house can allow the criminal to feel comfortable working on a front door for five or six minutes – small things like that, where the homeowner could take crime prevention measures,” Supt. Delaney pointed out. “I know not everyone can afford CCTV, but the minute the criminal sees a camera, whether it’s recording or not, they are gone, because they have another option to go to another location.” For burglary prevention and other crime prevention tips, visit www.garda.ie

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An Bord Pleanála refuses walkway / cycle path near Dungarvan Sports Centre By Paul Mooney A PLAN to create a pedestrian path and cycle laneway adjacent to Dungarvan Sports Centre and the Pitch and Putt Club has been refused by An Bord Pleanála. The application for the walkway / cycle path at Ringnasillogue, which would link Youghal Road with Boreenatra, as part of the Smarter Travel ‘Go Dungarvan’ project, was made by Waterford City and County Council in March, 2016 (under Section 177AE of the Planning and Development Act 2000). The proposed development had already received a grant of nearly €100,000 under the Smarter Travel Project. The Council was seeking to construct a 2.5 metre wide pedestrian and cycleway (mainly at grade level with the exception of a raised section as described on project drawings) between Dungarvan Sports Centre and Youghal Road (approximately 860 metres in length) including the provision of public lighting and appropriate fencing in the townlands of Ringnasillogue and Borheen, Dungarvan. (Board reference: PL24.JP0038). The Council was also concurrently seeking approval from the Board for a Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) of private lands held by Donal Mullins at Ringnasillogue and Borheen to facilitate the pedestrian walkway and cycle laneway. OBJECTION According to documents with An Bord Pleanála, there was one objector - Donal Mullins, and oral hearings were held on the case on 7th January, 2016; 28th June, 2016. Further information was sent to An Bord Pleanála in July, 2017 regarding the project and another oral hearing was held on 16th January, 2018. Mr. Mullins objection to the CPO argued that the private dwelling is unique in the area as it enjoys access to the foreshore. He also argued that the CPO has erred in the description of the site as ‘open space’; and that the CPO includes a plot of land which has never been the subject of previous discussions and does not line up with the existing stone pathways either side. It was also argued that the land sought by the local authority would divide the land of the landowner, who expressed concern that he would have no direct access to the land between the CPO lands and the foreshore. Concerns were also expressed in relation to flooding and devaluation of property, as well as loss of amenity and that the division of his land would create a ‘no mans land’ in the area between the CPO lands and the foreshore. There is no suggestion that the

The existing pathway which begins at Ringnasillogue, beside the Pitch and Putt Club, near Dungarvan Sports Centre.

objector is opposed to any community need that may arise from the proposed development - as the objector queried if the local authority could develop lands closer to the foreshore within his landownership, rather than the subject lands, so that pedestrian and cycleway could be developed without as much disruption to his lands. NATURAL IMPACT STATEMENTS There were three ‘Natural Impact Statements’ submitted by the Council, one of which stated that “screening was carried out to determine whether any Natura 2000 site is likely to be impacted by the Dungarvan Smarter Travel Programme in Ringnasillogue”. The screening also indicated there were potential impacts on Dungarvan Harbour SPA in which the Smarter Travel works are located requiring a Stage Two Appropriate Assessment. A submission was also received during the course of one of the oral hearings, from the Department of Culture, Heritage and Gaeltacht, which expressed concern in relation to impacts on Dungarvan Harbour SPA and absence of any survey work. Dungarvan Harbour is designated as a ‘Special Protection Area’ (SPA) under EU Birds

Directive because it regulary supports over 20,000 waterbirds during the non-breeding season, making it a site of international importance, as well as supporting two internationally-important of waterbird species - light-bellied Brent Goose and Black-tailed Godwit, and a further 13 species as well as two roosting areas. INSPECTOR’S REPORT Inspector with An Bord Pleanála, Emer Doyle, inspected the site in question in December, 2015; January, 2016; June 2016; and January, 2018. She said the land between Youghal Road and Dungarvan Sports Centre (otherwise known as the Pitch and Putt Track area) was designated a walking / cycle route in the stage 2 submission to the Department of Transport as part of the ‘Go Dungarvan’ Smarter Travel project. Waterford Council made the case that this route was already an established walkway through repeated usage, but figures submitted in a bird survey carried out between December, 2016 and March, 2017, indicated the route was ‘very lightly’ used. Ms. Doyle said after she carried out her inspections of the site on four different occasions, she concurred with statements made at the oral hearings that the

existing use of the route is restrictive and extremely wet in poor weather conditions. In her report, Ms. Doyle questioned whether “an adequate case and justification has been made for the CPO of the subject lands in terms of community need”. “It is my opinion that a case for acquisition needs to be demonstrated by the Local Authority in order to justify the CPO. I consider that having regard to the low numbers predicted and the availability of similar walkways and cycle routes in the vicinity of the site, inadequate justification of over-riding public need has been put forward for the proposed acquisition at this time,” she said. CONSIDERATION OF ALTERNATIVES One alternative suggested was looping the walkway around a number of housing estates in the area - but the Council stated they examined this idea and considered it wasn’t viable as it was unsuitable and could attract far more objectors from local residents. A second alternative was developing the walkway closer to the foreshore. Mr. Mullins said this would be his preference as it would not destroy his land by splitting it.

However, the Council replied that this would cause a risk to people due to waves and the Natura Impact Statement was against this and that it could create a flood risk.There was a lot of erosion in this area and it was best if the pathway was kept back from the shore. The Inspector said she was satisfied that reasonable alternatives have been examined by the Local Authority and that these have not been found to be appropriate in the subject circumstances. The proposed walkway at Ringnasillogue is one of a number of infrastructural projects which were given approval by the Department of Transport as part of the overall grant award (€7.2m) for the ‘Go Dungarvan’ Smarter Travel Project. The walkway / cycle route at Ringnasillogue was identified as part of this submission and awarded a grant of €98,805. In her submission to the Board, Ms. Doyle said she considered that the Council “has not sufficiently demonstrated at this time that a case for the acquisition of lands to provide for the pedestrian and cycleway and to meet the stated need has been made. It is therefore considered that the acquisition by the Local Authority of the lands which are

the subject of the Compulsory Purchase Order is not justified and that the compulsory purchase order shall be annulled”. REFUSAL OF PROPOSED WALKWAY / CYCLE PATH In its deliberations, An Bord Pleanála decided to refuse the proposed development saying they agreed with the screening assessment and conclusion carried out by the Inspector that the Dungarvan Harbour Special Protection Area s the European Site for which there is a likelihood of significant effects. The Board stated it was not satisfied “that the proposed pedestrian and cycleway would not result in disturbance to foraging and roosting birds, leading to a significant negative impact on the long-term population trends of the wintering waterbird species which are qualifying interests of the Dungarvan Harbour Special Protection Area”. “Such disturbance and impacts would result from the increased level of usage, the proposed lighting and the proximity of the proposed pedestrian and cycleway to identified saltmarsh roosts. “Furthermore, the Board considered that sufficient information was not available to undertake an assessment of incombination effects or an assessment of fencing mitigation measures.” The Board continued that it is, therefore, “not satisfied, on the basis of the submissions made in connection with the application, that adequate information has been provided to satisfactorily demonstrate that no adverse affects will occur on the integrity of the European Site from the proposed development”. “It is, therefore, considered that the Board is unable to ascertain that the proposed development will not adversely affect the integrity of a European Site, namely the Dungarvan Harbour Special Protection Area alone or in combination with other planned projects having regard to the conservation objectives of the site. “It is considered, therefore, that the proposed development would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.” In overall conclusion, the Board said it is “not satisfied that the proposed development would not adversely affect the integrity of the European Site in view of the site’s conservation objectives”. REFUSAL OF CPO In relation to the CPO of Mr. Mullin’s lands at Ringnasillogue / Borheen, the Board refused the CPO, stating: “the acquisition by the local authority of the lands in question is not necessary having regard to the Board’s decision to refuse to approve the proposed pedestrian and cycleway”.

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Reduction in overall crime trend ‘going in the right direction’ THERE has been a significant reduction in the overall crime trend over the past six years which is “going in the right direction”, the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee was told. According to the figures, presented by Superintendent Chris Delaney, the overall crime trend in the Waterford Garda Division has dropped by 38 percent since a peak in 2011. “There has been a significant reduction in crime,” Supt. Delaney told the JPC meeting. “A lot of work goes into gathering evidence, but the figures are going in the right direction.” PROPERTY CRIME However, the figures presented to the JPC meeting also revealed that property crime has increased in the year to date in Waterford City and Tramore, while it decreased in Dungarvan. The figures show that property crime decreased in Dungarvan by 43 percent in the year to date; while in Waterford City, it increased by 13 percent and in Tramore it increased by 48 percent. Across the whole Waterford Division, property crime increased by six percent in the year to date. Meanwhile, over a seven year period (2010-2017) property crime has decreased in general by 22 percent in the Waterford Garda Division. Supt. Delaney said the increase in property

crime in the year to date is largely due to increases in theft from shop incidents. Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne concurred, saying the main driver for the increase in property crime also includes thefts from vehicles. He said during the Summer months, there is an increase in the number of people attending beaches and leaving valuables in their cars. “The other place we are seeing this type of crime is at graveyards,” Chief Supt. Dunne pointed out. He said criminals take advantage of unattended vehicles, particularly if valuables are visible within the vehicle. While the Gardaí in Dungarvan and Tramore have carried out joint operations to tackle the crime, Chief Supt. Dunne appealed to the public not to leave their valuables on display in unattended vehicles. THEFT FROM MPVs A 45 percent increase was recorded in thefts from MPVs across the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date. In Waterford, the crime increased by 61 percent while in Tramore it increased by 54 percent, whereas in Dungarvan it decreased by 22 percent. Supt. Delaney said a lot of the thefts from MPVs took place in and around the city at the start of the year. “A significant number of cars were broken into, but the Gardaí were successful in finding out who those persons were and they were

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Changing Summer time THE concept of moving our clocks forward an hour in Spring and reversing that process at the start of Winter goes back more than a century to the time when we operated a different time-zone with London of about 35 minutes. The main purpose of Daylight Saving Time (what we call "Summer Time") is to make better use of daylight. We change our clocks during the Summer months to move an hour of daylight from the morning to the evening. Now, the Government is asking for people’s views on not changing clocks during the year at all. Families will probably dissent on a proposal that would have children going to school all Winter in the dark with immediate road safety concerns. There are different reasons for changing the clocks twice a year, as there are reasons why we should standardise time across Europe. It is now more than a century since we eliminated the 35 minute difference between Dublin and London, but it is only sensible, at least for trading purposes, that we maintain a standardtime between our two neighbouring countries. With so much trade between Britain and ourselves, it would be awkward, if not disadvantageous, for us to be continually an hour apart. It would be one more headache for businesses. In regard to America where times of work are between five and nine hours different to ours, it is largely irrelevant. Several decades ago, this country decided not to change the clocks one particular Winter which, of course, saw the majority of children travel to school in the dark at the worst possible time of year. That idea was quickly abandoned on grounds of road safety and common sense. During the second World War, double ‘Summer Time’ was introduced in this country and Britain to allow for better production and give workers time in the evenings

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 to harvest timber and turf to substitute for our loss of coal. Europe has standardised time across the EU and it is debatable if we would be allowed to deviate from the accepted formula and what has been set down by them and agreed across the 27 countries. The European Commission has committed to assess the two main policy alternatives available to ensure a harmonised regime, which are: keeping the current Daylight Saving Time arrangements, or discontinuing the bi-ennial time changes for all Member States. Members of the public have until this Friday, 16th August, to make their views on the subject known. There may be a temptation to dismiss this as an unimportant decision, but school travel and times alone should be central to the debate and seriously taken into account.

The Papal visit WITH less than two weeks left to the arrival of Pope Francis in Ireland, there seems to be less interest and excitement about the visit than might have been expected. The relatively small accommodation for the visit to Knock has long been committed and the Phoenix Park venue is also filling up. With what will probably be extensive coverage of the event in the final week, many more people will decide to travel to see the Pope which,

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realistically, will have to be in Dublin. However, we are cautioned that transport to the Phoenix Park will be limited and people can expect a walk of an hour or more. How the organisers will deal with people with disability is as yet somewhat unclear. There is little doubt that despite a certain lethargy in the media about the event, there will be enormous interest in the visit as it gets closer and during the 32 hours the Pontiff will be in Ireland. Options in regard to transport to Dublin and Knock are limited, and, in the case of public transport, almost non-existent. Iarnrod Eireann have reported that most trains to the Capital are either booked out, or have quickly diminishing capacity. Service buses will be the same and almost all private hire buses which have been engaged are already full. With school holidays not yet over, there will be capacity there. Half a million extra people coming to Dublin in a very short time – six All Ireland attendances together – will cause headaches, but these will start in earnest as people spill out from the Phoenix Park after the event is over. The Pastoral element of the visit is not gaining the attention it deserves. Admittedly, the heady days of the John Paul years are fast waning and it will be up to Pope Francis to bring some renewal to the country and interest in religion to young people. With churches today populated largely by people with white hair, attendances are not about to rise in the meantime. Much of people’s interests will centre on the Pope’s speeches in Dublin and Knock and to what extent he will deal with criticism of the Church for its less than robust stand on child abuse among the clergy will be very interesting. It is a subject which is consuming people and must be dealt with. Interest in the visit and the Pope himself will rise in the ten days or so remaining, but we need not expect the kind of reaction or aftermath of the visit of John Paul.

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Pictured above are some of the Congregation who attended Mass and an afternoon of healing at the Bon Sauveur Convent, Carriglea, last Sunday. Among those in attendance were Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, Fr. William Ryan (not in [Tom Keith] picture) who celebrated Mass, Sr. Mary Teresa, Sr. Mary, Sr. Johanna and Sr. Margaret. The evening concluded with refreshments and some music and singing.

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Reduction in uncategorised thefts DUNGARVAN is the only District within Waterford Garda Division which recorded a decrease in the crime of theft of (other) property in the year to date, according to figures presented at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee. Theft (other) property is thefts which are not categorised, such as theft of property from back gardens and building sites, petrol station drive-offs, etc.

“It can be difficult to categorise these crimes and to look at patterns because they are so broad,” Superintendent Chris Delaney explained. He said the key to reducing the figures for this crime is to try and prevent people leaving their property exposed. He said the Gardaí are also looking at extending Crime Prevention Officers to rural areas. According to the figures, there was a 23 percent drop in theft of

other property in the Dungarvan District in the year to date. In Waterford, the crime increased by 22 percent and by eight percent in Tramore. Across the Waterford Division, the crime increased by ten percent. Over a seven year period (2010-2017) Supt. Delaney said the figures show that “we are in a much better position than we were in 2012”. The figures for theft of other

property in 2012 peaked at 642, but in comparison with 2017, that figure has dropped by 38 percent. The figures for the seven year period “shows an overall general pattern”. “While we compare figures from quarter to quarter at these JPC meetings, it is also important to look at the figures strategically over a collective period of years,” Supt. Delaney added.

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Share a Story Make a Connection Heritage Week – August 18th to 26th Share a Story Make a Connection this Heritage Week August 18th to 26th with around 50 events and activities all around Waterford City and County. From Archaeology to Zoology, there is lots to enjoy for all ages this Heritage Week and most events are completely free. Check out details on www.heritageweek.ie or pick up an event guide at your local library or tourist office. Some events to check out this heritage week are:–

Saturday, 18th August 4-5pm George Lennon IRA Cmdt/Peace Activist Talk at Dungarvan Library by Ivan Lennon, son of George Lennon author of the book "Ulster to the Déise: Lennons in Time". Sunday, 19th August 11am-4.30pm Gallowshill Archaeology Festival Community Festival celebrating centuries of Dungarvan’s conquests and battles including Vikings, Medieval knights and Gallowglass Warriors. Thursday, 23rd August 7.30pm-8.30pm Town Hall Theatre, Talk and Slide Slow on Historic Dungarvan by John Martin, author

and researcher of the Dungarvan Historic Towns Atlas – in prep for the Royal Irish Academy. Friday, 24th August 7.30pm- 9.00pm Portlaw Heritage Centre, Pearl Mussel Species in Peril Lecture by John Lucey On the fascinating life but critically endangered pearl mussel, reasons for population decline and possible measures to assist conservation of this species. Sunday, 26th August 10am-5pm Viking Heritage Day at Woodstown on the Waterford Greenway With Vikings from Ireland, the UK and Denmark, medieval archery, battle re-enactments,

guided walks on Viking Woodstown and Wildlife. Sunday, 26th August 3-4.30 pm Dungarvan Harbour Heritage Walk Meet at the Civic Offices Enjoy a leisurely walk along part of Dungarvan Harbour, and hear the heritage of this special place from William Fraher of Waterford County Museum. Sunday, 26th August 12-3pm Heritage Day at Knockboy, Medieval Parish Church of Seskinan. Find out about progress on the conservation works being undertaken on the church ruin and enjoy storytelling, music and dancing.

HERITAGE WEEK SUPPORTED BY WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL. ONE CITY, ONE COUNTY, ONE WATERFORD.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Glencairn Nuns supply Eucharist Bread for Pope Francis’ visit By Paul Mooney THE nuns of Glencairn Abbey have been working flat out over the past several months to supply an order for 150,000 Communion wafers for Pope Francis’ visit to Ireland at the end of August. Last week, the Sisters of St. Mary’s Abbey, Glencairn, completed production and loaded up a van with the Eucharist Bread to be delivered to Dublin in plenty of time for the World Meeting of Families Congress, to be held in Dublin from 21st to 26th August. Usually, they bake up to three million Eucharist hosts every year, baking once a week between 9.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m., but the team of Sisters and volunteers have been working double shifts since last April, baking, humidifying, cutting, sorting of breads and packing, to meet the special order. The Sisters of St. Mary’s Abbey, Glencairn, said they were absolutely delighted to

150,000 Eucharist wafers all loaded up and ready to be delivered to Dublin in plenty of time for the World Meeting of Families Congress. [St. Mary’s Abbey Facebook page]

Sisters and volunteers, who are part of the baking team at St. Mary’s Abbey, Glencairn, pictured with the large order of Eucharist Bread for the World Meeting of Families Congress. [St. Mary’s Abbey Facebook page]

be asked to supply the Eucharist Bread for the international event in Dublin, which is to be attended by Pope Francis. They described it as a

“welcome opportunity to be in a position to give something practical as well as spiritual in our outreach” for the World Meeting of Families. The 150,000 Eucharist

Breads will be used at the three Masses to take place during the Congress, including the final Mass on Sunday, 26th August, at the Phoenix Park, Dublin, which will be

celebrated by the Pontiff. Founded in 1932, St. Mary’s Abbey, based in the Blackwater Valley (approximately three miles upriver from Lismore) is home to Ireland’s only community of Cistercian Nuns. They first began production of Communion wafers in 1981. In 2005 the Abbey received support and assistance from Waterford Leader Partnership which enabled them to carry out improvements and major extensions to their facilities and in 2007 the Sisters invested in a fully automated baking machine which allowed them to significantly increase production and further improvements were made again in 2011. They now produce, package and dispatch the Eucharist hosts to cathedrals,

parishes, nursing homes, religious houses, hospitals and educational institutions nationally and internationally. According to Sister Fiachra Nutty OCSO, who heads up the Eucharist Bread Department at St. Mary’s Abbey, all the work carried out to fulfill the order for 150,000 wafers was completed for free, as a donation to the Pope and is their contribution to the World Meeting of Families. The Glencairn Sisters said they will be praying the World Meeting of Families in Dublin will be a fruitful one for the Irish Church and they will be especially praying for Pope Francis that he will be guided by the Holy Spirit to wisely and effectively lead the Church in its renewal and reform.

What is Reflexology and how can it help you? HISTORY OF REFLEXOLOGY Reflexology has been known to mankind for thousands of years, going back to the ancient cultures of China and Egypt, as depicted in stone carvings dating back to 2330 BC. WHAT IS REFLEXOLOGY? In 1913 Dr. William Fitzgerald, an American ear, nose and throat surgeon, introduced this therapy to the West. He noted that pressure on specific parts of the body could have an anaesthetising effect on a related area. Developing this theory, he divided the body into ten equal and vertical zones, ending in

the fingers and toes. He concluded that pressure on one part of a zone could affect everything else within that zone. Thus, reflex areas on the feet and hands are linked to other areas and organs of the body within the same zone. HOW CAN REFLEXOLOGY HELP YOU? In modern times, an increasing number of people are availing of this safe and natural therapy as a way of relaxing, balancing and harmonising the body. There are many factors in life, such as illness, stress, injury, that can create a state of

imbalance, a state of disease – but the body has a natural ability to heal itself. Reflexology can restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium. This gentle, non-invasive therapy, encourages the body to heal itself at its own pace, sometimes counteracting many years of misuse. Drugs or medication are never used in reflexology, but nutrition is very important and your therapist will advise you accordingly. Reflexology has been successful in relieving many acute and chronic conditions, such as insomnia, menstrual problems, migraine, sinusitis, vertigo, asthma,

sciatica and many others. In addition, its benefits extend to improving the circulation, purifying the lymphatic system, improved functioning of the intestines, liver and kidneys, a general detoxification bringing increased awareness accompanied by mental and cellular relaxation. In the field of Oncology, an increasing number of consultants are recognising the benefits of this relaxing and calming therapy, and it is now accepted as standard practice in many Maternity units. Courses of treatment vary, in length, depending in each case on the body’s needs. Long standing problems might require up to 6–8 sessions. A single session will usually last about one hour. Once your body has regained its equilibrium, an occasional

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treatment will stimulate your immune system and maintain your wellbeing. BENEFITS OF REFLEXOLOGY Reflexology is a complement to standard medical care. Please use it wisely. We care about your wellbeing. The benefits of reflexology include: • Relaxation • Pain reducation • Amelioration of symptoms for health concerns • Rejuvenation of tired feet

• Improvement in blood flow • Beneficial for postoperative recovery and pain reduction • Enhancement of medical care (cancer, phantom limb pain and hermodialysis patients) • Adjunct to mental health care (depression, anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder) • Complement to cancer care (pain, nausea, vomiting, anxiety) • Easier birthing / delivery / post-partum recovery. Josephine Ryan is a registered Reflexologist with 28 years experience in Clonmel. Now working in Dungarvan Healing and Osteopathic Clinic, Youghal Road, Dungarvan. For appointment ring (086) 3887888. Josephine also does Healing Massage and Indian Head Massage.

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Clune appeals to Council to seek funding for possible Greenway link to Portlaw By Paul Mooney A COMERAGH Councillor has appealed to Waterford Council to seek possible grants from the government to fund an extension of the Waterford Greenway to Portlaw. It was back in April, 2017 when Cllr. Declan Clune proposed a Notice of Motion calling on the Council to investigate and develop a link from the Waterford Greenway to Portlaw village, along an old railway line which existed as part of the Waterford and Limerick Branch extension of the Great Southern and

Western Railway line. Earlier this year, Cllr. Clune was told that while the Council had not yet looked at the possibility of extending the Greenway to Portlaw, it was being ‘kept on the cards’, but also, the priority this year was in relation to trying to complete the Greenway link between Bilberry and Waterford City. However, since then, there has been nothing more about the proposal of extending the Greenway to Portlaw. At the July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Clune asked if his

proposal could be moved forward, pointing out that there is a November deadline for applications by local authorities to seek funding to develop greenways. Cllr. Clune asked Waterford Council officials to make a submission before the November deadline to see if funding can be obtained to link Portlaw with the Waterford Greenway. “I think this would be golden opportunity, bearing in mind the government have committed so much funding to it,” Cllr. Clune told the meeting. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes said he would consult

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with his colleagues about the idea and come back to the Council with a response. Cllr. Liam Brazil said he was fully supportive of the idea to link Portlaw with the Greenway. “It would be so important for our county. These are things we should be trying to get funding for. It would be fantastic for us here in the Comeragh area,” Cllr. Brazil said. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Ray Murphy concurred. “A link to the Greenway from Portlaw would be a great enhancement,” Cllr. Murphy said.

Work to begin in Ballymacarbry to construct footpath and pedestrian crossing CONSTRUCTION of new footpaths and pedestrian crossing in Ballymacarbry is to begin sometime this month or later in September. At the July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr.

Michael J. O’Ryan sought an update on plans for a footpath in Ballymacarbry and a pedestrian crossing. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said a design has been completed and there are temporary markers in place.

Call for beach wheelchairs in Waterford SINN Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness has called on the council to make beach wheelchairs available in Co. Waterford. He made the call following a meeting with the Irish Wheelchair Association and has pledged to work with the organisation to ensure beach wheelchairs are made available across Co. Waterford in time for next summer. Conor D. McGuinness said, “the recent sunny weather has meant unprecedented use of our beaches over recent weeks.We are blessed with beautiful sea side areas, from Ardmore, to Clonea and all along our coastline. “The Council have done terrific work over recent years to make our beaches more accessible, with the inclusion of ramps, hand rails and other physical infrastructure. That said there is room for improvement if we want our beaches to be fully accessible.The provision of beach wheelchairs will go a long way in opening up our natural amenities to all, including those with reduced mobility." Both Wexford and Cork County Councils have recently announced the roll out of beach

wheelchairs across a number of seaside locations and McGuinness has been in touch with councillors in both counties to discuss how they progressed the initiative in their respective areas. The council provides lifeguard services at Ardmore, Bunmahon, Clonea, Dunmore and Tramore and it is envisaged that the wheelchairs would be provided at these five sites. “Beach wheelchairs are specially adapted pieces of equipment that allow those with reduced mobility to gain access to sandy or stoney beaches, and to enter the sea.They are available in seaside locations across Europe and at a growing number of sites in Ireland,” he explained. “I am calling on Waterford City and County Council to begin a consultation with the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Disability Federation of Ireland with a view to having beach wheelchairs in place in time for next summer. I have worked with Tramore-based Councillor Jim Griffin and the Sinn Féin council team to have a motion on the issue submitted to the Council ahead of next month's meeting," he added.

“We want to see how that works and after that we hope to carry out construction. I expect the work will be carried out later in August or September,” Ms. Goff said. Cllr. O’Ryan suggested that if the Council is placing

traffic calming on the Clonmel side of Ballymacarbry, that they could look at putting traffic calming on the Dungarvan / Grotto side of the village. Ms. Goff agreed to look at Cllr. O’Ryan’s suggestion.

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“My Message is Peace and Prayer” August 1985

Wednesday, 15th August

“Feast of the Assumption” BENEDICTION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

P R O G R A M M E F O R 3 3 R D A N N I V E R S A RY Thursday, 16th August Mass at 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Gear (Cappoquin P.P.) Tallow Parish Choir Friday, 17th August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Kiely (Cappoquin)

Monday, 20th August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Bobby Power (Clogheen) Tuesday, 21st August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Shane O’Neill (Tramore)

at 3.00 p.m. Followed by Prayers until 5.00 p.m. Celebrant: Fr. Thaddy Doyle Prayers: 8.00 – 10.00 p.m.

CANDLELIGHT PROCESSION at 9.30 p.m. Choir: Melleray Grotto Choir Celebrant: Fr. Thaddy Doyle (Curates Diary)

Organised Prayers in Grotto during the Anniversary – August 16th–24th inclusive Evening Prayers commencing at 8.00 p.m. each night

Saturday, 18th August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Michael Houlihan Sunday, 19th August Prayers 3.00 – 5.00 p.m. Led by Michael Houlihan and Pat Denn Sacrament of Confession 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Fitzgerald (Mitchelstown P.P.) Fr. Arthure (Cappoquin) Confession commences 8.00 p.m. sharp

Saturday, 8th September OUR LADY’S BIRTHDAY Prayers at 8.30 p.m. Candlelight Procession 9.30 p.m.

Wednesday, 22nd August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Fr. Patrick Cahill (Holy Family Mission) Thursday, 23rd August Prayers at 8.00 p.m. Led by Marion Group (Waterford) Friday, 24th August Blessing of the Sick at 8.00 p.m. sharp Led by Fr. John Littlejohn (Dublin) Followed by Candlelight Procession at 9.30 p.m. Melleray Grotto Choir

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A PICKER’S PARADISE!

24th Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival August 23rd to 26th AFTER 23 years of banjo pickin', mandolin' pluckin', step dancin', fiddle playin', double bass clawin' sessions in the picturesque fishing village of Dunmore East, Co. Waterford, 2018 promises an even more jam packed, foot tappin’, barnstormin’ weekend for the 24th Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival. Still proving as alluring as ever for top music acts, some of the industry’s greatest bluegrass and country music acts line up for the free four-day festival in the Co. Waterford village from August 23rd to August 26th. Fans of bluegrass, honky-tonk, blues, country, Americana and rhythm ‘n’ roots are in for a real musical treat as the picturesque village’s International Bluegrass Festival will feature 14 artists playing almost 40 free gigs throughout the village. Headlining this year’s festival is Amanda Anne Platt and the Honeycutters, an old school country roots band that effortlessly blends

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rock, folk and country. Hailing from North Carolina, Amanda Anne Platt has earned a reputation as an assertive yet gentle and unassuming singer whose “voice and the interplay of the guitar and mandolin gives this band their unique complex sound, a clearsounding mash-up of American, bluegrass, fold and honky-tonk” according to Elmore Magazine. Making a welcome return to Dunmore East is California’s Whiskey Deaf. Fiddle player Annie Staninec was born and bred on bluegrass music, has toured the world and featured on countless albums with renowned country, Cajun and blues artists, while John Kael, an established songwriter, has been playing bluegrass guitar, mandolin, banjo and bass for over twenty years. Having taught in some of the most prestigious music camps in the country, John and Annie will give two traditional bluegrass guitar and fiddle workshops on Friday, August 24th. Places

are €10 and pre-booking is essential. Fuelled by a shared passion for country, rock ‘n roll, bluegrass and mountain music, Elena Skye and Boo Reiners have led their New York City based Demolition String Band for almost two decades. They both started out as kids, taking lessons, slowing down classic recordings, jamming with anyone and everyone and performing in bluegrass bands! The Brothers Parker from Montana play an eclectic range of bluegrass, country and gospel. The band is comprised of brothers John and Billy Parker who have cumulated over forty years’ experience playing bluegrass throughout the US. They will be joined on the Dunmore East stages by band mates, award-winning banjo player Tyler James on banjo and vocals, Isaac Callender, a multi-talented instrumentalist on guitar and vocals and Louise Steinway on fiddle and vocals. Irish Talent includes Mayo’s Vickers Vimy, a folk

Amanda Anne Platt and the Honeycutters and Americana band that have worked with the late John Martyn, as well as The Hothouse Flowers, Maria Doyle Kennedy and Mundy. Comprising of Ed Drea (vocals and acoustic guitar), Fintan Hanley (electric and acoustic guitars, mandolin, harmonies), Eamonn Mulderring (drums, percussion, piano, accordion, midi, harmonies) and Ciarán Byrne (bass, guitars), Vickers Vimy will play a series of gigs filled with rich eclectic sounds that anchor lyrical themes of scratched vinyl nights and hazy Sunday mornings. Navan based Pilgrim St. is set to make their Dunmore East Bluegrass debut this month. The seven-piece outfit bring a broad range of Americana, country, folk and bluegrass to their concerts across the country. Having been together for over four years, Pilgrim St. have played some of the finest arenas in Ireland including Vicar Street and Electric Picnic and Dunmore

East Bluegrass festivalgoers can expect a lively and energetic performance from Navan’s finest. No strangers to the Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival, Mules & Men performed at the festival in 2016. Mules & Men is a four-piece Irish band comprised of Lily Sheehan, Luke Coffey, John Denby and Mark Corry. Bound together by a shared love of folk and bluegrass, they have been reinterpreting these classic sounds into a unique and contemporary style of their own, drawing on influences that are wide ranging. With three-part harmonies, blazing string playing, and inspired original material, this band has been bringing audiences to a standstill all over the country. Woodbine is an Irish bluegrass band with their own distinctive sound, three lead vocals, powerful harmony and exciting instrumentals. Hailing from Co. Wexford Kiss My Grass bring an energetic and vibrant

bluegrass and rockabilly sound to the festival, while Whistle, a 6-piece Dublin based outfit play Americanastyle folk, roots, bluegrass, country and rock ’n’ roll and specialise in multi-part vocal harmonies, guitar, banjo, violin, bass, harmonica and mandolin with accordion and more. The Backyard Band is a Tipperary based band founded by former Tweed members Brendan Ryder and Gay Brazel. Joined by Mickey Grace on drums and Peter Dowley on bass, the band draw from the well of American country, classic rock, roots, blues and Americana. Lurgan’s Mons Wheeler Big Band makes a welcome return to the festival and is guaranteed to get the crowds on their feet with their trademark big rockabilly sound. Deemed 'The One Man Band’ singer songwriter, Charlie Reader from Liverpool performs acoustic folk melodies and harmonies, with catch-youoff-guard energetic performances expected of a full band. Bert and Henry are a Welsh duo whose music spans the spectrum of blues, to roots to folk, peppered with a comedic narrative. The 24th Dunmore East International Bluegrass Festival, Co. Waterford kicks off on Thursday evening, August 23rd, and heralds the start of 14 bands, playing almost 40 free gigs throughout the village at The Spinnaker Bar and Restaurant, Azzurro Restaurant, The Strand Inn, Power’s Bar and the Ocean Hotel. For more information visit www.discoverdunmore.com or keep up to date on the Discover Dunmore East facebook page.

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MOTORING N e a r l y h a l f ( 4 8 % ) o f I r i s h d r i ve rs h ave d r i ve n o n l e s s t h a n f i ve h o u rs s l e e p In advance of this weekend’s GAA Championship action, Liberty Insurance is advising drivers to be mindful of driver fatigue A NEW survey by RED C on behalf of Liberty Insurance showed that nearly half (48%) of Irish drivers report to have driven on less than five hours of sleep. The survey conducted among Irish motor and home insurance owners showed an alarmingly high number of people are driving while fatigued. 11% of Irish drivers report to drive on less than five hours of sleep at least a couple of times a week, and 3% claim to be doing it every day. Lack of sleep remains an issue for drivers that are preparing for long journeys, too. As GAA supporters prepare for the All-Ireland Hurling and Camogie Finals, the dangers of driver fatigue shouldn’t be taken lightly. GAA fans are especially at risk as 52% of GAA fans drive on less than five hours of sleep. Liberty Insurance, a leading motor insurer which signed a three-year sponsorship of the All-Ireland Camogie Championships earlier this summer, urged fans to stay safe on the way to

• When preparing for long drives, 52% of GAA fans drive on less than 5 hours sleep; • 7% of Irish drivers admitted that they had experienced nodding off at the wheel; • Only 14% of drivers admitted letting someone else take over the driving and from the finals. Deirdre Ashe, speaking on behalf of Liberty Insurance, said: “The GAA Hurling and Camogie Finals are an exciting time of year; however, it’s important that supporters don’t let that excitement keep them up the night before so they’re well-rested en-route to the Finals. Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most important things a driver can do to ensure they get to the match safely.” The research also found that when tired 88% of drivers use various coping strategies with only 14% of drivers letting someone else take over the driving. Additionally: • 47% of drivers roll down the windows when tired • 45% drink coffee • 7% of drivers admitted that they had experienced nodding off at the wheel • 3% (rising to 10% in Dublin) reported

Top Tips from CarsIreland.ie for taking a long-distance trip in an Electric Car 1. Plan your journey – pick your chargers & plan your stops. 2. Leave plenty of time for your journey and try not to let your range get too tight between charges. Unexpected diversions can add extra kilometres to your journey which you might not have accounted for. 3. If you are planning to use a fast charge point, remember that it might be occupied. You can always get your passenger to check the eCar app to see if it’s free beforehand, but you never know who is going to pull in ahead of you! Allow some more time in case you need to queue. 4. Check the weather – rain, string winds and extreme cold can cause more challenging driving conditions and cause the range to deplete quicker. You may also need to use more of the vehicles functions like lights, air con and window wipers, all of which can reduce your battery life. 5. If you don’t have the ESB charge card with you, a contactless credit card will also allow you to activate the charge point. 6. As the journey may take a little longer than usual, make sure to have good company! See video of road trip from Dublin to Dingle in a Nissan Leaf - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pDwhX_ib2k

that they had fallen asleep while driving The survey also suggests that people might be more likely to notice negative impacts of fatigued driving in other people rather than themselves. 43% of those surveyed had travelled in a car driven by another fatigued person. When observing other fatigued drivers: • 59% reported persistent yawning • 34% reported slow reaction times to hazards on the road; • 25% noticed late braking. On the other hand, respondents were much less likely to notice the negative effects of fatigued driving in themselves. When asked about their own experiences when driving tired: 39% reported persistent yawning; 13% reported slow reaction times to hazards on the road; and 10% noticed late braking. Some quick and helpful tips to avoid

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driver fatigue: • Plan the route in advance and for longer journeys, take note of rest areas where you can take a break, have a coffee and stretch your legs. • Make sure you’re well rested, try to get a good night’s sleep before your journey. • Avoid driving alone on long-distance trips. Passengers can both share in the driving and participate in conversation, which can help you stay awake. • Stay Hydrated before and during your journey. • Allow yourself ample time to reach your destination so you can take advisably frequent breaks. Try to stop about every two hours, or every 150kms. • Make a point of getting out of the car and walking at least a short distance, where it is safe to do so. • Driving for long periods at night makes fatigue much more likely. By avoiding travelling during these hours, you escape the glaring dashboard and road lights.

182 Registrations only slightly down on July 2017 THE Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI) today issued the official 182 new vehicle registration figures for July along with their second Quarterly Motor Industry Review of 2018. 182 July car sales (26,944) on July 2017 (27,707) 2.75% Car sales figures for the month of July show that 182 registrations are down 2.75% (26,944) compared to July 2017 (27,707). Light Commercials are currently up 12.4% (4,433) compared to July last year (3,944), while Heavy Goods Vehicle registrations were also up 23.28% (376) in comparison to July 2017 (305). New car registrations 2018, totalled 114,059 -4.09% on 2017 The report highlights that while Ireland’s economic indicators continue to evolve in a positive manner, pointing towards an expanding economy,

as consumer spending continues to improve at a steady rate, the depreciation in the value of sterling since the end of 2015 has made life more difficult for the Irish motor trade, with new car sales been displaced by used imports from the UK. Used car imports have increased by 11.7% year to date, aided by the weakness in sterling, as the Motor Industry continues 2018 forecast of new car sales at around 125,000 4.8% on 2017, Used import market 104,660 +12% to experience significant uncertainty, with monthly declines in new car registrations figures, reflecting the substantial impact of Brexit. Other noticeable trends within the market place show that the average price of a new car in June 2018 was 1.9% lower than a year earlier, while car buyers are paying 4.1% more for higher specifications cars. The recent move away from diesel towards petrol

has result in the average C02 emissions from new car sales seeing a slight increase. While aver€985.9 Million Exchequer contribution from car sales first half of 2018 1.9% increase on first half of 2017 age motor insurance costs in the year to June declining 11.5%, and motor insurance costs are down 20.7% since July 2016. Fuel prices have seen an increase with Petrol prices up 9.7%, Diesel prices up 12.2% on June 2017. Looking ahead to the remainder of 2018 Jim Power, Economist and author of the SIMI Report said: “The economic fundamentals that underpin new car registrations look set to remain positive but continued strong growth in used imports will continue to undermine new car sales. For 2018, the used import market is projected to grow by around 12% to reach 104,660. New car registrations in 2018 are forecast at around

125,000, which would represent a decline of 4.8% on the 2017 outturn." Alan Nolan, Director General, SIMI commented:“The 182 sales period has been a good month with new car registrations only slightly down on the same period last year, while registrations in the commercial sector in particular are showing positive signs of growth, with businesses investing in the renewal of their fleets. Electric vehicle registrations have seen a marked increased despite currently only holding small percentage of the marketplace and will continue to grow over the coming years. Cost of Motoring: Average price of a new car down 1.9% on June 2017, Petrol prices up 9.7%, Diesel prices up 12.2% on June 2017, Motor Insurance Costs decline 20.7% since July 2016, average motor insurance costs declined 11.5% since June 2017.

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Council to look into whereabouts of €10k fund for upkeep of graveyards WATERFORD Council officials are to investigate what happened to a fund of €10,000 which was agreed at the last budget meeting would be set aside for the upkeep of graveyards. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan had proposed a Notice of Motion, which received unanimous cross-party support at a Plenary Council meeting last year to ringfence €10,000 in the budget to go towards the annual refurbishment of community graveyards throughout the city and county. There are over 100 such sites throughout Waterford. At this year’s July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District

Council, Cllr. O’Ryan questioned what has happened to the €10,000 fund, pointing out that it was agreed the funding would be ringfenced in the budget for 2018. Cllr. O’Ryan said the funding was for the cleaning and maintaining of community burial grounds. “It was always under the remit of the Council to look after burial grounds of the area. A lot of them wouldn’t be associated with church grounds or Parishes, but are old Council graveyards, which mightn’t be used anymore, but the people who are buried in them deserve some respect,” Cllr. O’Ryan said.

While Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said the matter would come under the Environment Section, he said there was “probably no budget there for it”. However, Cllr. O’Ryan pointed out that his motion received unanimous cross party support that the €10,000 be ringfenced and it was agreed at the last budget meeting. Luke O’Brien of the Environment Section acknowledged the Council does have a number of operational graveyards around the county that are local authority-owned and run. “The graveyards you’ve referenced would have been smaller ones that would have been orig-

inally Parish graveyards. The funding is probably money that could normally be administered through the roads department, to do with grass cutting and maintenance,” he said. Cllr. O’Ryan said he stipulated that the funding “would be strictly for rural graveyards, which are forgotten about”. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said he had a vague recollection about the motion and said he would look into it. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy asked Mr. Grimes to also look into how the fund will be managed and distributed, and whether it will be allocated to various local groups who might carry out the work.

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WLR FM records its highest listenership in seven years WLR records its highest listenership in seven years with over 70% of all adults in Waterford tuning in to the station every week. The latest Joint National Listenership Research (JNLR) figures, released on Wednesday 25th July, show that WLR’s weekly reach is now over 69,000 people; that’s 70% of adults (15years+) in Waterford listening every week for an average of 4 hours per day, (up 7,000 people on the same period last year) with its daily reach at 49%, (up 11,000 people on the same period last year). Saturdays and Sundays have also shown unprecedented growth, adding 4,000 and 5,000 daily listeners respectively. The significant growth is as a result of listenership increases across all shows in the schedule. The Big Breakfast Blaa with Mary O’Neill and Ollie Carroll has recorded its best results in 5 years, while Déise Today has record its highest figures in 3 years. The Lunchbox with Geoff Harris is now WLR’s best performing lunchtime show ever, with Teresanne O’Reilly on The Drive Home returning the stations drive-time show to its highest listenership in over 10 years, more than doubling the audience since she took over that slot almost 3 years ago. Evenings are also very strong, the daily specialist programmes at 6pm continue to attract new audiences, while Ray C on The Shift and John O’Shea on The Late Show have also doubled their audiences year-on-year. Weekends continue to perform very strongly on WLR, with increases from the weekend’s breakfast show, the ‘Saturday/Sunday Sunrise’ with Sean Organ, right through to an extremely popular ‘Guaranteed Irish’ with John O’Shea on Sunday nights. Weekly Reach – up from 64% to

70% – UP 6% Daily Reach – up from 38% to 49% – UP 11% Saturday Reach – up from 33% to 36% – UP 3% Sunday Reach – 32% to 37% – UP 5% Market share is up to a record breaking 44% With a record breaking, year-onyear increase of 6.4% market share, WLR is now the most listened to city-based radio station in the country, beating its nearest rival by 11%. City based stations: WLR FM– 49% Live 95 Limerick – 38% Cork’s Red FM – 34% Galway Bay FM – 31% Cork’s 96fm – 28% Cork’s c103 – 18% Dublin FM104 – 17% Dublin Spin – 14% Dublin 98fm – 11% Dublin Q102 – 8% Speaking about the incredible results, WLR’s Programme Director, Michael Byrne, said, “In every quarter

for the past 12 months, WLR have increased book on book. To score a 70% reach is a brilliant achievement. I’d like to put on record the effort and hard work put in by the staff in Waterford and Dungarvan over the last twelve months. From the AllIreland run last year, to raising €85,000 for charity at Christmas to the snow storms in March and the heatwaves in July, it has been an eventful, challenging, and rewarding period for the station. A real team effort.” WLR isn’t supported by the TV licence fee unlike the national broadcaster RTE Radio. Michael Byrne said “WLR is independently run and the public broadcasting service that we offer is achievable only by the support of the businesses across Waterford.” While Des Whelan, WLR’s Managing Director, said, “The JNLR listenership figures were a great boost for all of us working here in WLR.We are incredibly thankful to our loyal listeners for their support particularly over the last twelve months.”

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Meet the people who make Food & Drink the Waterford Way – their place, their history, their community, their stories

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Waterford early-stage entrepreneurs like Charlotte wanted for New Frontiers €15,000 financial support available for innovative business start-ups in the South East* through the New Frontiers Programme

Willie Drohan, Comeragh Mountain Lamb WILLIE Drohan has a farm at the foot of the Comeragh Mountains, which is possibly one of the finest places in the world to rear lamb. In 2008, he started the Comeragh Mountain Lamb company with his brother-in-law, Aidan Dunwoody, after previously concentrating on supplying the big meat factories around the country. After looking at the way in which food in Waterford was starting to be produced by small, independent and passionate people - Willie decided that the Comeragh lambs were wasted on big factories. “The more we thought about our location, and environment in which the lambs enjoyed - in terms of diet etc, we knew we had a different product to everyone else,” Willie said. “We’re a six generation farm in Lemybrien and, driven by a passion for what we do, we decided that we had to start selling the lamb ourselves.” Comeragh lambs roam free over extensive areas of the Comeragh Mountains, eating grasses, herbs, wild flowers, heathers and drinking natural spring water - all free from chemicals and pesticides. Because of this, they have significantly more Omega 3 fatty acids in their tissues than average lamb. “Out on our own, the first man we approached was Michael Quinn, who was head chef in Waterford Castle,” Willie said. “Michael took two lambs from us was impressed, so much so that he showcased our lamb that year’s at the Terra Madre International Food Festival.” This endorsement gave Comeragh Lamb confidence in their product and also introduced them to many of what would become their future customers. After that, they went to Farmer’s Markets and then to the food lover’s supermarket - Ardkeen Stores - which was to be another springboard for future success. Comeragh Lamb has quickly became a premium, must use product with The Tannery Dungarvan looking using their lamb, quickly followed by dozens of other world class restaurants, who insist on only using world class ingredients.They won awards, such as ‘Local Food Hero’ at the Irish Restaurant Awards and The Eirgrid Euro-Torques Food Award and soon became the go to lamb suppliers in Ireland. The secret is out now about Comeragh Lamb and Willie and Aidan, channeling the ethos of Food the Waterford Way, are now collaborating with small neighbouring farms in the Comeraghs to make sure that the best lamb in the country is getting to the most discerning food lovers in the country. Have you tried it yet? What motivates you? “I love mountain sheep and I’ve loved working with them since I was a child,”Willie said. “I think they’re different and if I’m honest about it, I think they were starting to get a bit lost in the food industry. I suppose another way to answer that would be, I love a challenge!” What do you think industry in 2018? “We have some amazing quality of food in Ireland but unfortunately a lot of it is controlled by big meat factories,” Willie said. “The product can become generic, with people really not knowing what they’re eating. I think there’s scope in Ireland for food to be regionalised, such as Kerry Hill Lamb or Connemara Lamb. ‘Irish Lamb’ could really be anything at all when the reality is that local lamb has a story to tell, and it’s worth listening to.” What’s next for Comeragh Lamb? “There are two big goals at the moment,”Willie said. “We want to package it and get it on the shelves so people can enjoy it at home and we also want to export it. We are so passionate about Comeragh Lamb that we feel it deserves to be in the finest restaurants in the world.”

THE New Frontiers programme for early stage entrepreneurs is open for applications for its 8week programme starting in September. New Frontiers is for potential entrepreneurs who have a well thought-out innovative business idea or an innovative technology that has the potential to be developed into a scalable high potential start-up company. New Frontiers Programme Manager at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT), Eugene Crehan notes that there have been more company formations in the first few months of this year. “Despite the buoyant jobs market, the increase in company formations indicates people are still interested in pursuing their own business ideas and using their talent to create viable products and successful companies.” “The time commitment for Phase 1 is one evening per week for 8 weeks, starting from early September. This is a good investment of time for people already putting in long hours and late nights to put their skills and expertise to use for their own benefit. As Phase 1 takes place in the evenings it is ideal for working people who want to investigate their start-up idea over a few months.”

Past participants from Waterford in recent years include Mohecan Male Grooming. Charlotte Matabaro from Rathgormack, Co. Waterford is the co-founder of Mohecan Male Grooming Ltd. Charlotte embarked on the programme with a business developing advanced skincare solutions for the male skincare market. Mohecan is the first company of its kind in Ireland with an accessible product line available exclusively for men. More details of the company available at www.mohecan.ie. Charlotte says, “For me the main benefit of New Frontiers is being in an environment where you are surrounded by entrepreneurs. Its full-time nature allows you to take off your 9-5 hat and immerse yourself in the start-up world.” In 2016 Enterprise Ireland announced increased supports of early-stage entrepreneurs over five years across the South East region with funding of €2.7m to run New Frontiers programmes in Waterford and Carlow Institutes of Technology. Early-stage entrepreneurs from across the South East with three hours a week to spare are invited to apply for the 8-week New Frontiers programme – the dead-

line for applications is Monday, 3rd September. Applicants apply online at www.wit.ie/newfrontiers. Phase 1 of the New Frontiers Programme will commence in

Waterford at Arc Labs, the innovation hub based on WIT’s West Campus in September 2018 on a part-time basis, with Phase 2 commencing in December 2018.

Charlotte Matabaro from Rathgormack, Co. Waterford is the co-founder of Mohecan Male Grooming Ltd.

FURTHER EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE ROUTES TO COLLEGE With the leaving cert results due this week there will be a lot of people evaluating their options for September. Some will know exactly what they want and will have gained the points to achieve it. Others might have the points but not know what they want to do. More will not have achieved the points required for the courses they put down on their CAO form. But the CAO is only one option. OTHER OPTIONS There are other options to getting a third level place that do not require points from a leaving cert. Many universities have reserved places for students with QQI awards. Higher Education Links scheme (HELS) gives learners the opportunity to use level 5 or 6 major awards to apply through the CAO for a place at a University or Institute of Technology. This information is available on their websites. Instead of using their leaving cert results, students use the results from their level 5 QQI award. Many students gain the maximum 390 points. PREPARATION FOR THIRD LEVEL Many of the QQI modules use continuous assessment. Instead of relying on one exam at the end of the year, assignments or portfolios can make up most, if not all, of the marks for some modules. As there is the

opportunity to receive feedback from the teachers it offers the chance to get up to 100% in the subject as well as learn how to prepare assignments. An essential skill not always taught on every degree course. GENERAL STUDIES COURSE If you are unsure about what subject area to choose then this QQI level 5 course at CCN is for you. It was designed to give students the foundation skills to excel in a college course of their choice. The mandatory modules include Research and Study Skills, Word Processing, Communications and Work Experience.There is a choice of subjects to allow students to experience each subject area before they commit to a three year degree. Students then pick the rest of the modules. These could be as diverse as Economics, Child Psychology, Maths and Web Authoring. PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES This course has been designed to facilitate progression to third level and there are many options to choose from. Some third level institutions have places reserved for anybody with a QQI qualification. Bachelor of Arts in UCC has 55 places reserved just for candidates with a full QQI award. Among the more varied options for progression include Applied Psychology in UCC or Dun Laoghaire, Health and Disability Studies in St Angela’s in Sligo or Community Development in CIT.

RESERVED PLACES FOR CCN GRADUATES There is a direct link between Coláiste Chathail Naofa and WIT where they have reserved 10 places just for CCN graduates on their Bachelor of Arts Degree. Our fees are low at CCN which allows students to save money. Attending a course locally also means a saving on accommodation, parking and travel costs. All of this adds up to a year of saving to prepare for a three year degree. APPLY NOW We are currently accepting application forms for our next round of interviews in September.The application form is available from the school office or on our website at www.ccndungarvan.com which also has further details of all of our courses. Follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates.

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Comeragh Tour 2018 to raise funds for Special Olympics Ireland A CHARITY cycle will be held in the Nire Valley to raise funds for Special Olympics Ireland. The seventh annual Comeragh Tour will be held on Sunday, 26th August, in Ballymacarbry. There will be two cycle challenges - the 100 km and the 125 km (which includes optional climbs at Mahon Falls, Ticincor and Powers the Pot). The organisers have pointed out that this is not a race, but a

challenge that you do at your own pace. The cycle starts at Ballymacarbry Community Centre at 10.00 a.m. (sign in from 8.30 a.m.), and will go to Dungarvan, Lemybrien, Carrickon-Suir, Clonmel and back to Ballymacarbry. Entry price is €25 and online entry is at www.comeraghtour.com. For health and safety reasons,

numbers are limited. All are welcome to come out and cheer on the cyclists taking part in this year’s Comeragh Tour. All funds raised (including donations which will be gratefully accepted by any committee member) will go towards the Munster branch of Special Olympics Ireland. The Special Olympics World Summer Games 2019 will be held in Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates.

Sunday, 26th August, 2018 Ballymacarbry

The 7th Annual Comeragh Tour will raise funds for Special Olympics Ireland. Included in the photograph are Cyclist Sean Kelly; Martin Moore, Comeragh Tour organiser; Nicola Moore Moroney, Munster Coach, Special Olympics Ireland; and Martin Power, Lead Marshal for the Tour.

IPAV calls for stamp duty reduction

Think Dog, Think The Dog Lady SO often we hear people who get two pups “to keep each other company” and almost always they end up in our behaviour clinic with dogs that are very difficult to train or can’t bear to be apart even for a few minutes. This is called “Littermate Syndrome” and it’s very difficult to live with. I have two Rottweiler sisters at home and I knew about littermate syndrome before we got them. I knew they would have to be separated regularly, trained individually, I knew it was going to be twice the work ... I didn’t know it was going to be at least six times the work – but it really is. Now Doris and Mavis are really

good and very obedient and absolutely love people but I was in a position to have one with me all day at work and the other with one of the team – another qualified trainer. Each dog had ample opportunity to play with and bond with other dogs and people away from each other and they are each very good at it, and we still walk them separately once a day 15 months later. But even after all that planning and work they only have eyes for each other when together and don’t want other dogs around. I can’t imagine how difficult it would be to train them if they spent all day every day together. You see littermates can already communicate with each other so they don’t need to learn what our human sounds and actions mean to bond with anyone.

Also they can make up their own play rules, etc., and don’t need to learn the universal dog rules and language. It would be very much like human twins that never mixed with anyone but each other would develop their own language and rules. So my advice is if you are thinking of getting two puppies is DON’T. Get one, and when you have a happy, confident, obedient dog about a year old, then add another if you still want to. Oh and bring your puppy to our puppy classes which are on every Saturday morning to set them up correctly for life. If you do happen to have littermates give us a call. We can help you to train them individually. Think Dog, Think The Dog Lady.

A CALL for stamp duty to revert to 2pc to enable more aspiring first-time buyers acquire once off sites to build homes has been called for by IPAV, the Institute of Professional Auctioneers & Valuers, which says last year’s hike from 2pc to 6pc is adversely affecting the cost of a new house for first-time buyers. Launching its pre-Budget submission on Monday, 13th August, Pat Davitt Chief Executive of the organisation which represents 1,300 auctioneers and valuers says the spike in the rate is exacerbating an already difficult situation. “Affordability is a big challenge for the typical first-time buyer in their twenties and thirties,” he said. “With rising prices and the prudential requirement to have 10pc of the purchase price as a deposit, the stamp duty hike effectively means the State insists buyers have a huge and unrealistic level of savings when a 6pc contribution to the State is added for the privilege of a buy-

ing a site on which to build a home. “That discourages young people and those with fewer resources from living in rural Ireland in particular. It’s typically impacting the local, nurse, garda or teacher,” he said. A building site valued at €40,000 now has a stamp duty charge of €2,400, as opposed to €800 a year ago. Mr Davitt said the Government needs to recognise the particular challenges faced by rural Ireland and the need to encourage young people in particular to live and work in rural Ireland. IPAV’s submission also calls for VAT on building to be reduced from 13.5pc to 9pc and to be reviewed after two years. “The total tax take on a new house is estimated to be somewhere in the region of 40pc to 45pc of the cost of a property. All such charges are paid in full by the house buyer and impact affordability,” it says.

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Cruachán Cross honoured on 31st Anniversary THE 31st annual celebration on the anniversary of the placing of the Cross of Hope and Peace on the summit of Cruachán, was held last Sunday on the sunny and picturesque slopes of the little mountain which dominates the mid Waterford skyline. The Cross was placed on the peak over thirty years ago by a voluntary group led by Fr. Richard Doherty, P.P., Kilgobinet, Colligan and Kilbrien, and Fr. Pat Butler, then Curate of the Parish. In its prominent position and seen from the countryside and roads all around, the Cross was to be an inspiration to prayer and a continuing reminder for all those who pass by, of the first Good Friday. It also commemo-

rated the apparitions of the Blessed Virgin in Medjugorje which began in 1981. Last Sunday, over a hundred of the faithful gathered in the car park in front of the temporary altar where Fr. Ben O’Brien, O.S.A., celebrated Mass and led the congregation in prayer reminding them of the origin of the event and also that it was the Second Anniversary of Fr. Doherty’s passing. Weather conditions were ideal with pleasant sunshine and little or no wind which added to the enjoyment of the congregation on a very pleasant day overlooking Dungarvan Bay. At the outset, Tom Corcoran on behalf of the organisers, welcomed Fr. O’Brien who had kindly come along to celebrate

the Mass. He thanked the congregation for loyally supporting the event year after year and conveyed the apologies of Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P., who could not be present this year. In his homily, Fr. O’Brien remembered Fr. Richard Doherty, the former Parish Priest on the second anniversary of his passing. Music and singing were by Jim Stacy and Eddie Bennett while the Readings were delivered by Anna Landers. The Altar was decorated with flowers from Maureen Flynn. After Mass, there were refreshments for all and many stayed to chat in the picturesque spot enjoying the peace and contentment of the occasion and of the place.

Pictured above are Fr. Ben O’Brien, O.S.A., Dungarvan, who celebrated the 31st Anniversary Mass of the placing of the Cross of Hope and Peace on Cruachan in honour of the Apparitions at Medjugorje. With him are Jim Stacey who provided the music and Eddie Bennett who sang the Hymns.

Some of the large congregation who attended the Mass on Cruachán last Sunday.

John Nugent with his grandson Luke at the Mass on Cruachán last Sunday.

Some of the large congregation who attended the Mass on Cruachán last Sunday.

Pictured above are most of the organising group for the ‘Mass on the Mountain’ which was celebrated near the Cross of Hope and Peace on Cruachán last Sunday afternoon by Fr. Ben O’Brien, O.S.A., in very pleasant conditions. Front from left: Molly Mernagh, Michelle Mernagh, Luke Nugent, John Nugent, Maire Ryan, and Kathleen Troy. At back: Jim Dee, Eddie Coyte, Tom Moroney, Johnny Landers and Ned Landers. Not included is Tom Corcoran. [Tom Keith]

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It’s ‘Marriage Mia’ as man proposes at cinema By Christy Parker DUBLIN woman Ciara Mac Rory thought she was going to see Mamma Mia – Here we go again – at Youghal’s Regal cinema but found the name of the game was Marry Me –here we both go again, instead!

Ciara, on holiday with her boyfriend Roger Ryan, was duped into attending the Abba musical by Roger’s sister Breda Ryan Long, who is a well-known Youghal counsellor. The Clontarf divorcee was lured to the cinema’s upper floor wine bar, where she was stunned

Romantic couple Ciara Mac Rory and Roger Ryan with Roger’s son, Oliver, at the Regal Wine Bar & Cafe at the Regal Cinema, Youghal, last Friday.

to find Tipperary man Roger accompanied by a roomful of family and friends. The surprise party included Ciara’s daughters Sinéad and Tara and two of Roger’s five children from his previous marriage, Oliver and Connor, who had travelled from Tipperary and London. Like a super trouper Roger, from Monard, went on bended knee in asking Ciara to “take a chance on me” as he presented her with a diamond ring, ring (which cost a lot of money, money, money). Being head over heels, Ciara wasn’t going to have Roger slip through her fingers and fixing him with her angel eyes immediately said “I do, I do, I do.” Roger took his dancing queen for a waltz while friends playing the ‘thank you for the music’ role were well-known musician Neil Toner and local talent Caroline Fraher, Richie Foley, and Ryan Phoenix. Ciara, a 49 year-old accountant and 52 year-old property manager Roger met in San Francisco – probably during summer nights in the city – where they both work. The couple knew each other casually and “as passing thoughts” as Ciara says, through the Irish scene in San Francisco before meeting ‘formally’ on November 11th 2011 – or 11/11/11, as Roger points out.

Pictured are the romantic couple Roger Ryan and Ciara Mac Rory in the Regal Wine Bar & Cafe at the Regal Cinema, Youghal, on Friday, 10th August, 2018. In true gentleman style, Roger went down on one knee and asked Ciara would she marry him. The blockbuster romantic musical "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" was screening in the cinema that night. [www.youghalonline.com]

“It was a friend’s 50th birthday party and I arranged that a predrinks party would be switched from his house to mine”, he recalls, “because I knew Ciara would be attending. I thought she was gorgeous –and she is still as beautiful! We began dating after that.” Roger sees Ciara as “my love, my life – so beautiful yet normal.” Ciara describes their love as

“everything really. We are best friends, lovers, each other’s rock. It’s just magnetism. I used to see people like us and it made me sick!” she adds, laughing. The party was inspired by Breda and her daughters Rhian and Kerry who sent an S.O.S to the Regal for help. The preparations even involved a dress rehearsal the day before they came. Regal manager Cillian Daly and staff “were

simply superb”, says Breda adding that the formal dress wear was supplied by Kerry’s boutique, Kerry’s Kloset. The couple have a dream to retire to Youghal eventually, when all is said and done. The wedding date is as yet undecided. The cinema re-opened two months ago after seven years closure, following a €500,000 refurbishment.

Bingo! Cappoquin woman scoops €56,005 TellyBingo prize THERE were celebrations all-round at National Lottery headquarters in Dublin, as Waterford woman, Bridget Murray, collected a cool €56,005 TellyBingo Snowball top prize. The social care worker from Cappoquin in Co. Waterford described her excitement as she watched all of her numbers being called live during the TellyBingo show on TV on 2nd August. “It’s just brilliant! I was watching the draw on TV and I almost gave myself a heart attack when my numbers started coming out of the drum one by one. I was left waiting on my final number which was 13 and when I saw it being called out, I was absolutely speechless,” she said. Incredibly, this is the second TellyBingo Snowball win for Co. Waterford in the space of three weeks. The previous winner was Mary Doyle who matched all numbers in the TellyBingo TV Gameshow to win the €46,000 top prize on the 13th July. The winning TellyBingo ticket was sold at An Post on Main Street in Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, and Bridget has described how she has been the talk of the town since she won the massive

Snowball prize: “There has been great excitement in Cappoquin at the moment and I have been inundated with well-wishers since the news of the win was announced locally. I haven’t decided what to do with my win just yet so I’ll take some time out before I decide on any spending plans,” she said. For the entire Summer of 2018, the National Lottery will top up all winners of the Snowball prize on Telly Bingo by €1,000. Telly Bingo gives players the chance to play Bingo in their own homes every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at a cost of €2.50. Want to share that winning feeling? Play Lotto. Wednesday’s jackpot is heading for a €3 million. Play in store, on the National Lottery App or online by 7:45pm by Wednesday evening for your chance to win. Nearly 30 cent in every €1 spent on all National Lottery games go back to Good Causes in the areas of sport, youth, health, community, arts, heritage and the Irish language. In total more than €5 Billion has been raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 30 years ago.

Bridget Murray from Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, is joined by her friend, Miriam Budden in the National Lottery winners’ room as she celebrates winning €56,005 on the National Lottery TellyBingo TV Gameshow.

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What’s on the menu at the Waterford Harvest Festival? WATERFORD Harvest Festival, which takes place from September 7th to 9th is renowned for championing the great producers of the South-East region. Following the success of the restaurant events which were added to the programme last year, 2018 will see the re-introduction of a host of exciting chef collaborations, bringing together new ideas and concepts while using the best seasonal, local produce. While retaining an almost inexhaustible programme of tasty, family-focused, fun-filled events, many of Waterford’s restaurants,

pubs and cafes will create a veritable feast of exciting dining experiences throughout the three-day festival. La Boheme Restaurant will host two culinary delights as Head Chef Eric Theze partners with The Chameleon restaurant, to bring a Taste of Bali to Waterford. Having won many awards and accolades, being featured in the Irish Times “Best 100” and listed for the past 5 years in McKennas’ Guides “100 Best Restaurants in Ireland”, Chameleon’s Head Chef Kevin O’Toole will produce a multicourse lunch of authentic Indonesian island dishes for what

is sure to be a very special and unique occasion. This lunchtime event will be hosted by John and Sally McKenna on Sunday, September 9th. For those with a sweeter tooth, Eric and his team will prepare a seven-course tasting menu of Just Desserts on Friday September 7th. The Bay Tree Bistro’s Keith Boyle will host a collaborative event with Eddie Atwell, Executive Head Chef at Eccles Hotel in West Cork and a contestant on the BBC TV show Great British Menu, along with Glen Wheeler, former Head Chef with Neven Maguire’s

Kevin O’Toole of The Chameleon Restaurant and Eric Theze of La Boheme Restaurant.

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MacNean House and now Head Chef and proprietor of 28 Darling St in Enniskillen and Jim Mulholland, Executive Chef at Jean Christophe Novelli’s new restaurant Novelli at City Quays Belfast.This year’s Festival closing event on Sunday evening will marry the individual talents, tastes and flair of four of the country’s most renowned chefs. On Saturday, September 8th Bellissimo will present its Taste of Waterford menu, a celebration of the local produce of land and sea, in the form of classic dishes which are ingrained in the region we live. Hooks and Crookes will provide the musical maritime entertainment. Momo’s Kamila O’Neil is taking inspiration from her Polish heritage and will create a Flavours from Home menu. The four-course tasting menu will consist of traditional Polish dishes made from local, seasonal produce. In the four years since it opened its doors on Patrick Street, Momo has gained a reputation as a fun and exciting restaurant that serves healthy food, rich in flavour and finesse. Everett’s of High Street is planning a very special Harvest Celebration Sparkling lunch. Making waves on the restaurant scene, Head Chef Peter Everett, who has a Eurotoques Young Chef title under his belt as well as many other accolades, will prepare a sumptuous three course seasonal lunch deftly paired with three specially selected sparkling wines.

Bodega, a vibrant and lively restaurant on John’s Street will celebrate the Taste of the Sea. Freshly hauled from Dunmore East, local seafood takes star billing on this menu. A Waterford Table Bruch at the Granary Café is the perfect Sunday afternoon treat as proprietor Peter Fowler will bring together some of the finest freshest local produce to create a relaxed and informal feast in the Granary’s charming and alluring surroundings. On Friday September 7th, a pop-up set in Garter Lane’s charming open courtyard under a Middle-Eastern style tent, will be hosted by Waterford’s Mezze as they combine their Middle Eastern flavours with local products and growers' harvests to create an abundance of food to tuck in to on Friday evening, and the Harvest turns Ten celebrations take place at The Parlour Vintage Tea Rooms and Tipple Room Wine Bar with a veritable feast of live music, afternoon tea style food and lots of cake served in true Parlour Vintage Tea Rooms style! Tommie Ryan, Festival Director said that the new concepts being created by local restaurateurs is a testament to the wealth of talent we have in Waterford. “To see these chefs and restaurant owners striving to create new and exciting dining experiences is fantastic. Waterford restaurants have and always have had the talent, vision and passion

to produce exciting dishes, work with peers throughout the country and offer something unique to their customers. Waterford is on the national food map and it’s simply down to the drive and commitment of the wealth of talented chefs in the Deise.” The weekend will also be peppered with an eclectic range of fun and food-infused events, such as the Blaa World Eating Championships, The GastroGays Scandinavian communal dining experience at Walsh’s Bakehouse and new events such as the Waterford Distillery tour, Food The Waterford Way demo area, the Deise Hurlers cook-off, chocolate making workshops, storytelling and craft beer trails along with a gin festival and whiskey tastings. The perennially popular family-fun events such as WIT Calmast science workshops, food and movie pairings, Taste of Dawn Meats cooking demos, Seaweed Forage, LiveWell Baby HQ, petting farm and reptile zoos, GIY Food Matters and a full programme of food themed activities at Garter Lane are also guaranteed to delight the young and young at heart. Find out more about the Waterford Harvest Festival from September 7th to September 9th by visiting www.waterfordharvestfestival.ie to download a brochure or keep up to date on all things Harvest Fest by checking out #waterfordharvest on Facebook and Twitter.

Waterford Local Enterprise office to host 7th annual Love Local Business Networking Lunch AS part of the 2018 Harvest Festival, Local Enterprise Office Waterford will host its seventh annual Business Networking lunch which celebrates local food producers on Friday, 7th September in Dooley’s Hotel Waterford. The business networking lunch has become an annual event of many business calendars as it is a great opportunity to network, whilst enjoying a delicious lunch celebrating local food and local food producers. The kitchen team in Dooley’s Hotel use all their talents to showcase the quality products and producers of the region allowing diners to enjoy the best of what Waterford has to offer The guest speaker for the 2018 event is Eunice Power. Eunice Power Catering is one of Ireland’s leading event caterers. She has run her own business since 2001 and her love of food is evident. An acclaimed chef and food writer with the Irish Times, Eunice works with a variety of small food enterprises helping them to add value through motivating them to get the most from their business. Eunice is very passionate about food tourism and provenance and also works with Failte Ireland and Tourism Ireland in a training capacity. Commenting on the upcoming event, Head of Enterprise at Waterford Local Enterprise Office, Richie Walsh said, “We are delighted to host the

seventh annual Love Local Lunch and to welcome Eunice Power as our guest speaker this year. Earlier this year we hosted a Food Industry Expo event with ‘Food the Waterford Way’ and this event was to enable Waterford’s food and drinks producers to network with retailers and hospitality owners in order to build business opportunities. We have an abundance of world-class food and drinks producers in Waterford with many already achieving global and national award recognition; we are therefore delighted to not only celebrate them on our 2018 menu but to hear our guest speaker talk about the importance of food provenance and working with local food producers in the area of food tourism.” The Local lunch has become a very popular event during Waterford’s Harvest Festival and has quickly sold out in recent years. Tickets are €15 per person can be purchased at www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford The event networking commences at 12.30 p.m. and lunch will be served at 1.00 p.m. The Local Enterprise Office offers support services for start-up and existing SMEs in Waterford and for more information please contact the office at 35 The Mall or Civic Office, Dungarvan on 0761 10 2905 or email info@leo.waterfordcouncil.ie

As part of the 2018 Harvest Festival, Local Enterprise Office Waterford will host its seventh annual Business Networking lunch which celebrates local food producers on Friday, 7th September. The event guest speaker is Eunice Power. Tickets are now available at www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford Pictured is Mags Darrer, Dooley's Hotel, Eunice Power "Cooking For You", Head Chef, Philippe Gauthier, Dooley's Hotel and Jacqui Gaule, Waterford Local Enterprise Office. [Noel Browne]

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Durrow Greenway playground must be reinstated - Clune

P o p e Fr a n c i s f i l m wo r t h se e i n g i n S G C WITH the visit of Pope Francis to Ireland set to take place in a little less than a fortnight, the arrival of the new film, Pope Francis - A Man of His Word to the SGC Cinema is timely and gives viewers an insight into this Pope’s way of thinking like has never happened before. If you are going to Dublin for the visit, then you should view this. This film and this Pope are a long way from the first venture of a Pontiff outside Italy when Pope Paul VI flew to Israel in January 1964. This was the first time a reigning Pontiff had flown on an airplane, the first Papal pilgrimage to the Holy Land and the first time a Pope had left Italy in more than a century. All has changed, changed utterly since!

Wim Wenders' new documentary, "Pope Francis - A Man of His Word," is intended to be a personal journey with Pope Francis, rather than a biographical documentary about him. The Pope's ideas and his message are central to this documentary, which sets out to present his work of reform and his answers to today's global questions. From his deep concern for the poor and wealth inequality, to his involvement in environmental issues and social justice, Pope Francis engages the audience face-to-face and calls for peace. This is a film worth seeing and going to see, but there are just two days left, this Wednesday and Thursday with screenings at 16.20 and 18.25 both days.

Visit Relics St. Therese FOR the third time in less than twenty years, the relics of St. Thérése of Liseux will grace the town of Tallow when they arrive on their visit to the Carmelite Monastery of St. Joseph on 31st August next. On this occasion, however, the rejoicing will be enhanced as St. Therese will be accompanied by the Relics of her parents, Saints Louis and Zélie Martin.Therese’s parents were the first married couple to be Canonised Saints of the Catholic Church. Many people will be able to remember the faith, fervour and happiness which surrounded the previous visits of the Relics in 2001 and 2009 and it is expected that many will again flock to Tallow for this special occasion. Unfortunately, while the little convoy of Relics will arrive at 4.30 on Friday, 31st August, it will depart again at 9.00 a.m. the following morning, but the Monastery Chapel will remain open during all of that time. Everyone will be welcome, regardless of the time, day or night. However, in the sixteen hours or so that the physical presence of the three Saints will be in the Tallow Monastery, there will be ample time for a visit; a special Blessing for children at 6.30 p.m.; for Holy Mass at 9.00 p.m.; the veneration of the Relics,

Anointing of the sick, but most of all, time for private contemplation in the silence and solitude of the Sisters’ Chapel. This is a blessed opportunity and time for requests and thanks to one of Christianity’s most powerful advocates in Heaven and this is a rare opportunity to pray and beseech Heaven in the presence of these most powerful

Saints who led ordinary lives in an extraordinary fashion. A full programme is being finalised, but there will be provision for people to visit between the arrival of the Relics at 4.30 p.m. and the departure the following morning at 9.00 a.m. The full programme and further detail of the visit will be published next week.

SINN Féin Councillor for the Comeragh District Declan Clune is calling on Waterford Council to reinstate, without further delay, the Durrow Greenway Playground. Cllr Clune said “Last March a bespoke and railway themed children’s playground was installed close to the Greenway entrance in Durrow. The playground was truly incredible and added to the whole Greenway experience in Durrow. It was designed specifically for Durrow with lots of wood sculpting including railway wheels, suitcases and picnic tabletops, all sculpted by John Hayed (the chainsaw sculptor), encapsulating the railway heritage of the area. It was highly utilised and an added attraction to Durrow

Cllr. Declan Clune. as after using the Greenway children would enthusiastically use the facility. “The playground was removed shortly after due to an objection from a resident in the area and I have discovered since that there was actually a planning issue with the playground. “I raised the issue at a Comeragh District meeting shortly after the playground was removed last year and was advised that it would be replaced in the short term. I have made more enquires since and this week have been advised by Waterford that the playground will not be reinstated in Durrow and the plan is to install it at the Carriganore entrance to the playground which is obviously on the outskirts of Waterford City. “This is unacceptable as this playground is part of the attraction of Durrow. An individual in the area has gone so far as to offer a site for the playground to the Council. “I have contacted my District Council colleague Cllr. Liam Brazil and he has agreed to support a motion at our next District Meeting calling on Waterford Council to reinstate the playground with out further delay. “We simply cannot support any attempt to permanently remove this fabulous attraction which will enhance and build on the success of the Greenway in the Durrow area.”

The playground at Durrow, prior to its removal.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Th e c row n i n g of Bu s by ’s K i n g s of Eu ro p e i n 1 96 8 By FRANK COLBERT (South Africa) I NOW had a clear view of Busby, Murphy and the other United contingent on their nearby bench immediately rushing on to the field to meet the emotional hugs of tearful Munich survivors Charlton and Foulkes. Busby’s face was as expected a picture of pain and relief and also there was some guilt – he often felt that if it wasn’t for his European Cup dream in the late fifties those Busby Babes wouldn’t have died at Munich. The craggy 36 year old centre half Foulkes, who was an original Busby Babe, was obviously now experiencing mixed emotions together with Bobby Charlton, having lost so many pals at Munich in pursuit of the elusive trophy. In his own words after the final whistle: “Bobby was overwhelmed. He sank to his knees and cried, utterly drained.We had been through a lot together – words were not necessary. Matt gave me a giant hug without saying anything. We had come the whole way together to now become European Champions. We had managed the only fitting tribute to so many of our pals who were victims of Munich. It was my most precious moment in football.” Bobby Charlton would also state later that: “It was triumph and deliverance all wrapped up into one for me and Bill who had been involved in this quest for so long. I had been on the snowy airfield (at Munich) and seen Matt down and his team, our friends, destroyed!” He later exclaimed that:“It was a beautiful feeling, but the deepest emotion would take a little time to well up.” In the words of Stiles: “Kidd, Brennan, Aston and me were the

Eusebio joins the United players on the 40th anniversary of the final. Front row (l. to r.): Sadler, Kidd, Charlton, Crompton (trainer), Foulkes, Eusebio, Stiles and Aston. Back row (l. to r.): Crerand and Stepney. Inset (l. to r.): Law, Brennan, Dunne and Best. only Manchunians in the team. We could therefore see that in some ways it was not so much a triumph for our beloved football club, as the blood of our lives.We were kids when the Busby Babes were wiped out and in the days after the crash we not only felt, but also saw, the deep sorrow on the streets of our (devastated) city.” Best would reflect some decades later that: “Beating Benfica that night to finally win the European Cup was the greatest day of my footballing life.” David Sadler reflected that: “Both Busby and Charlton looked drained. The boss looked very old, which he never seemed. There was a sense that this was the end of something momentous and it was almost immediate.” Pat Crerand quickly stated to

Bobby Charlton displays the European cup at full-time in front of Alex Stepney and Bill Foulkes.

a journalist that: “This is the greatest moment of my life.” In 2019 he told me in Johannesburg that he had turned to Busby and said: “I told you we’d do it, I told you (in 1966). Matt just grinned, his mouth slack and open, his eyes moist, almost closed.” Soon after the final whistle, Charlton and Foulkes tried to push Busby up towards the royal box to receive the elusive European Cup. His immediate reaction was: “No, it’s your night, boys.” Some ten minutes after the long-awaited final whistle, I now found myself part of the ecstatic crowd gathered within touching distance of an emotional Charlton carrying the heavy but coveted trophy down the many steps from the royal box towards the pitch, followed by his teammates. For me, and some 85,000 overjoyed United fans, it was truly a day to remember in a football life and no one could describe the electric and emotional atmosphere knowing that after ten years both Charlton and Foulkes had finally helped Busby to reach the Holy Grail and to lay to rest the ghosts of Munich. A pensive Denis Law had watched the game on television from his bed in St. Joseph’s Hospital in Manchester and, after returning to Manchester the following afternoon, Busby and the team brought the elusive cup into his ward. Law would recall many years later that: “Missing the final was the greatest disappointment of my career. This wasn’t just the European Cup final – it was at Wembley as well. I was traumatised but I had to hide my feelings when Matt and the lads brought the trophy into my hospital ward the next day. It was a lovely gesture.” Later that night, after the final,

champagne flowed freely at the team’s banquet in the Russell Hotel, but Bobby Charlton was drained of all emotion and couldn’t face anybody or anything at the function attended by so many survivors of Munich and relatives of the victims, including Mrs.Whelan and her son John. It was surely an emotional meeting for them all filled with nostalgia. A hugely emotional Busby sang the appropriate words of Louis Armstrong’s famous song “What A Wonderful World.” For him it was truly the realisation of a dream and a redemption. It was the most appropriate and poignant tribute any human being could hope for. He was the patriarch of a dynasty and institution unparalleled in English football. During the following evening some 250,000 delirious United fans flooded the streets of Manchester to welcome Busby and the team with the cup. The contrasting atmosphere with that on the evening of the Munich tragedy, just over ten years previously, could not have been more different. As widely predicted, a few weeks after the final Matt Busby was knighted. It was a fitting recognition for his widely acclaimed contribution to the game during the previous twenty-three years. His partnership with Jimmy Murphy, which lasted for 26 years, is still to date the longest in English football. Some three months after the European Cup final Busby brought his newly crowned European Champions across to Dublin to play in a testimonial game at Dalymount Park for Mrs. Whelan’s son John. It was a true measure of the high regard which the manager had for his

late brother Liam, who died tragically at Munich. Co-incidentally, four months later I was privileged to watch the United team again, on this occasion in Dublin’s Landsdowne Road, when they played Waterford in the first round of the European Cup in the new season. Although The Blues would put up a creditable performance in a 3-1 defeat, largely due to an impressive hat-trick from newly returned Law, they succumbed to a 7-1 defeat at Old Trafford in the second leg Nevertheless, due to their sporting, open, attacking football, The Blues left the Old Trafford pitch at the final whistle to wholehearted applause from the United team and chants of “Waterford, Waterford” from the Stretford End!

Matt Busby clutches the elusive European cup. Having subsequently beaten both Anderlecht and Rapid Vienna in the European Cup competition in season 1968/’69 United’s hopes of reaching a second final were soon dashed in the second leg of the semi-final against AC Milan at Old Trafford when a vital goal from the boot of Law was dubiously disallowed

by a suspect referee. Significantly, after Busby’s subsequent retirement at the end of the season it would be another 24 years before United again played in the European Cup competition during the reign of Alex Ferguson. Some two years after the Waterford games, I happened to meet Shay Brennan in Dublin’s Stephen’s Green while I was relaxing between my Engineering exams. Soon after, I advised him about my County Waterford roots, he mentioned how impressed he had become with the Waterford team during both of these games. Co-incidentally, some two years later, he became player/manager of the Blues team which went on to win three League Championships. Soon after Busby’s departure the club gradually started to go into decline, culminating in eventual relegation to the second division in 1973, a mere five years after winning the European Cup. In addition to long term injuries to Stiles and Aston, the gradual demise of Best resulted in his final dismissal by the club in 1973? In addition the years were starting to catch up with a number of older players in the early seventies, including Charlton, Law, Crerand, Brennan and Foulkes. Also, with the calibre of the latest batch of homegrown players not being up to the required standard, the club was not willing to spend the required funds to attract top quality managers like Jock Stein as well as prominent international players such as Peter Shilton, Alan Ball, David Nish, Mike England and Colin Todd. As a result, the club’s eventual revival didn’t start until the arrival at Old Trafford of Alex Ferguson in 1996 and the resulting accumulation of so many trophies would keep United at the pinnacle of English football for an impressive 26 years, before his eventual retirement in 2011.

Shay Brennan and Bobby Charlton show off the European cup after the game.

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C e n t e n a r y o f d o u b l e d r o w n i n g i l l u s t ra t e s t i m e l ess d a n g e r of t h e se a By Christy Parker THE timelessness of danger when bathing in the sea has been accentuated through a poignant story of two sisters drowning in an incident on a Youghal beach a hundred years ago this month. The story was revisited following a search of the Irish Examiner archives following a request by a niece of the young victims. The niece did not wish to have her name portrayed but said she and her family would like the tale to serve as a warning on the dangers of the sea and also by way of giving recognition to the deceased aunts she never knew after their passing relatively unspoken about amongst the family for generations. Twenty-one year old Norah (Annie) Kirk (nee Guinee) and her sister Emily (17) were members of a large family born to Richard and Mary Ellen Guinee in Gardeen, Lismire, near Newmarket in north Cork. They were also nieces to noted scholar James G. O’Keefe, renowned for his work on translating the medieval tale Buile Suibhne (The Madness of Sweeney). Both girls were teachers in London and on holidays with their mother, having travelled by train from Newmarket to Youghal. They lodged in a local hotel, possibly in what is now the Walter Raleigh. Six weeks earlier Norah had married a British army Lieutenant Kirk, whose Christian name is unknown. On Tuesday, August 20th, the sisters visited the

small beach colloquially known as Green Hole, adjacent to Green Park. It is unclear whether they entered the water together at 10.30 a.m. to “learn to swim”, as the inquest would recall or whether the younger girl got into difficulties and her sister rushed in to her assistance. The following day’s Cork Examiner reported that the tide, about 250 yards from the roadway was well out, “rendering the place most dangerous” with a very strong currents. While safe at full tide, to this day a red flag warns of the dangers of swimming at low tide, while the inquest would also hear that warning notices at the corner of the beach were “in the wrong place altogether.” The beach that morning seemingly was almost deserted except for a small boy. Hence when the two girls got into difficulty above their depth their cries at first went unheard. RESCUE ATTEMPT A Constable Fox saw the ladies in trouble and, along with a Reverend D Sheehan from Doneraile half stripped and took to the water in a vain search for the bathers. Another eyewitness said he saw the sisters “not holding onto each other” but “close to each other” and trying to swim to safety when they disappeared. Another priest, a Reverend McSwiney called the men ashore, fearing for their safety. He spoke of seeing the girls in the sea, “about 30 yards apart” and of at first thinking they were seals. He also administered a general absolution to them as they struggled.

Others to arrive were a Mr. Liam Owen, a Mr. Ryall and a Police Sergeant Murphy and they and others ran to Youghal quays where they enlisted a fishing crew under the stewardship of Mr. James Mangan. The boat reached the scene too late and, casting nets, Mr. Mangan retrieved the bodies. Subsequent efforts to revive the victims on shore were unsuccessful. HEARTS BROKEN The women were buried in Kilbin graveyard two days later and it is believed that Lieutenant Kirk walked the eight miles behind the coffin from the church at Kanturk to the graveyard as a gesture of his feelings for his young wife. Heartbroken, their mother Mary Ellen died months later. The inquest jury foreman was Urban District Councillor D.J. Lenihan, while the town clerk J.J. O’Shea also represented the local authority. Mr. William Hodnett solicitor, on its behalf, said “sympathetic consideration” would be given towards “any suggestions to better arrangement the arrangements for bathing.” The inquest praised in particular the bravery of Constable Fox and returned a verdict of accidental death. Of the women’s many siblings – possibly 14 – two had offspring and grandchildren. Today three nieces and three nephews survive with a nephew still running the family farm. The two women will be commemorated at 10.00 a.m. Mass in Youghal’s Holy Family Church on Monday, August 20th, and at the Church of Immaculate Conception, Kanturk, on Wednesday 23rd.

‘Grow with Aldi’ supplier programme sees two Waterford producers listed in stores nationwide ALDI has announced that two of Co. Waterford’s most innovative food and drinks suppliers will be listed in its 132 stores nationwide as part of an Aldi Specialbuys Irish Food promotion kicking off on Thursday, 23rd August. Seed Necessities and Tea and Coffee Warehouse successfully won a place on the Grow with Aldi supplier development programme. Seed Necessities’ Honey Melon Seeds and Caramelised Salt & Vinegar Mixed Seeds, and Tea and Coffee Warehouse’s South Coast Coffee – Copper Coast Coffee and Rebel Espresso will be available on Aldi’s shelves. Seed Necessities is a snacking company dedicated to offering tasty and nutritious seeds enriched with fun flavours suitable for everyone. Its range of seeds can be eaten alone as snacks or used in savoury and sweet recipes to boost any meal. Tea and Coffee Warehouse was established in 2001 by Stephen and Mark Bergin to complement the growing demand for Quality Coffee in Waterford and the South East of Ireland. Mark and his team are dedicated to sourcing and

roasting the finest quality coffee beans from Kenya, Sumatra, Ethiopia and Brazil, along with developing new and innovative roasting techniques. Welcoming the Aldi listing, Lynda O’Brien of Seed Necessities based in Tramore, Co.Waterford said, “The support and mentoring offered by Grow with Aldi has already benefitted our business immensely, and we are excited to see our products made available to Aldi shoppers across the country. We believe we offer something truly unique and are thankful to Aldi for giving us the opportunity to share it.” Developed in partnership with Bord Bia, Grow with Aldi has been designed to help small to medium Irish food and drink businesses secure a retail listing with a national retailer. Participants receive tailored mentoring and access to bespoke workshops with Aldi buyers and Bord Bia technical experts, teaching them the skills to help grow and develop their products and business. Aldi is investing €500,000 in the programme this year. A total of 71 new Irish products, pro-

duced by 38 Irish suppliers from across the country have been selected by Aldi. Five of the successful products will now be given the opportunity to become core line Aldi listed products, winning a contract to be sold in Aldi’s Irish stores year-round. Grow with Aldi is a major development in Aldi’s ongoing commitment to sourcing as much Irish produce as possible. Aldi currently works with 175 Irish suppliers and last year spent over €700m with Irish businesses. A total of 230 suppliers applied to take part in the programme, entering over 600 products. Applicants were invited to attend a special Aldi Immersion Day with Bord Bia to pitch their products and meet existing Aldi suppliers. Extensive product sampling followed, with judges selecting the 38 suppliers to take part in the Specialbuys Irish Food promotion. Commenting on the supplier programme, Giles Hurley, CEO Aldi UK and Ireland said: “We experienced a fantastic response to the programme, receiving hundreds of entries from small and medium sized producers across the coun-

try. As we expected, the standard of entry was exceptionally high, and our judging team of expert buyers had an extremely difficult job witling down the entries.” “71 exceptional products have made it through to the final selection to take part in our Specialbuys Irish Food promotion. The selected products represent the very best that Ireland’s vibrant food industry has to offer.” “Grow with Aldi represents the next step in our continuing commitment to buying Irish. We know that for a lot of food and drinks businesses, securing a listing with a major retailer can be the source of a lot of pressure for their teams. This development programme makes it easier for companies to get their products on our shelves, and to give our customers access to the most exciting and highest quality new products from across Ireland.” “Aldi has already developed long-term partnerships with over 175 Irish suppliers throughout the country. Last year, we increased our support for small Irish suppliers by significantly reducing their payment terms.”

Lynda O’Brien of Seed Necessities based in Tramore.

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Black 47 Opens 31st August It’s 1847 and Ireland is in the grip of the Great Famine that has ravaged the country for two long years. Feeney, a hardened Irish Ranger who has been fighting for the British Army abroad, abandons his post to return home and re-unite with his estranged family. He’s seen more than his share of horrors but nothing prepares him for the famine’s hopeless destruction of his homeland. He discovers his mother starved to death and his brother hanged by the brutal hand of the English. With little else to live for, he sets on a destructive path to avenge his family, systematically working his way up the political and social hierarchy of 19th Century Ireland. Hannah, an ageing British soldier and famed tracker of deserters, is sent to stop Feeney before he can further stoke the fires of revolution. But Hannah and Feeney are old army comrades with a mutual respect forged by their times fighting together. Personal bonds and shifting allegiances cause both men to question their motives, as they are tested to the limit by the hellish landscape of “the Great Hunger”. With Dungarvan MOE DUNFORD as FITZGIBBON The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Black 47 Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 21st August. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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A tonic for Waterford Euromillions player who wakes up a millionaire as “Ireland Only Raffle" EuroMillions ticket sold in hospital shop ‘One Shop’. Patrick Casey, General Manager, is pictured here at the announcement with shop assistant Masa Gregurek and Pearl Murphy (centre), Staff Nurse, at the hospital. [Mac Innes Photography]

Family syndicate in disbelief as what they thought was a €5,000 euromillions prize turns into a ‘life-changing’ €1 million win LIGHTENING STRIKES FOR STORE IN FERMOY AS PLAYER PICKS UP €30,000 SCRATCH CARD PRIZE IT was a Bank Holiday weekend to remember for a lucky South East family syndicate who last week claimed a €1,005,000 prize from EuroMillions ‘Ireland Only Raffle’ on a ticket bought in a hospital shop when they were visiting a sick friend. The unsuspecting family spent most of the weekend thinking they had won €5,000 - only to discover that they had in fact won an additional €1 million! The players bought their golden ticket at the Aramark store at the University Hospital in Waterford while visiting a family friend. When the EuroMillions results came through, the family were delighted when they thought they had won €5,000 and celebrated over the weekend. A family spokesperson said: “We checked the results online over the weekend and our EuroMillions raffle number was listed as one of the €5,000 winners. We were just absolutely thrilled with that and little did we know that there was an extra €1 million on top of that again. When I mentioned to one of the kids that I had bought the ticket at the hospital in Waterford, they said the winning one million Euro “Ireland Only Raffle” ticket was sold there. There was an unbelievable scramble to find out if we were the lucky winner of the extra €1 million prize. We haven’t been to sleep all weekend with the excitement and to get the confirmation from the National Lottery was a huge relief.” The winner insisted that they would not be getting carried away with their win and careful planning would need to be done before spending their EuroMillions windfall: “Well, we’ve only really believed we have had this big win when we had it confirmed so we haven’t had any time to think about what we’re going to do. Each of the members of the syndicate will get an equal share so I know there is a couple of mortgages to pay off before they start any celebratory spending. We are an incredibly close

family and I couldn’t think of anything better in the world than to win with them as a group,” they added. This was the fourth EuroMillions Draw ‘Ireland Only Raffle’ in 2018 in which one player in Ireland was guaranteed to win €1 million. Previous winners in 2018 have come from Dublin, Waterford and Galway. Meanwhile, it’s been a super lucky Lottery week for County Cork, following last week’s €8.3 million jackpot win in the county (sold in Dunnes Stores in Bishopstown) but one shop in the town of Fermoy is on its own winning streak as a woman has claimed a tidy €30,000 scratch card prize she bought in a shop which had another big Lotto win last week. Less than one week ago, a 15 person work syndicate from Herlihy’s Centra Store in Fermoy picked up their cheque for €117,970, won after the syndicate matched five numbers and the bonus on the Lotto draw from 25th July, bagging each member almost €8,000 each, on a ticket bought in the store. This weekend the shop had another winner as a woman won €30,000 on a Diamond Bingo Doubler scratch card. The winner said: “It is a great time of the year to win the money as I have children starting college and going back to school soon, so I am delighted that this will help me out a lot and I might change our car too. I heard the news about the staff winning on Lotto and was happy for them all. Little did I know I would be winning thirty grand in the shop days later!” Want to share that winning feeling? Play EuroMillions. Play in store, on the National Lottery App or online by 7.30 p.m. for your chance to win. Nearly 30 cent in every €1 spent on all National Lottery games go back to Good Causes in the areas of sport, youth, health, community, arts, heritage and the Irish language. In total more than €5 Billion has been raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 30 years ago.

THE INSOLVENCY SERVICE OF IRELAND The Insolvency Service of Ireland's objective is to restore people who are insolvent to solvency in a fair, transparent and equitable way The Insolvency Service of Ireland (ISI) is an independent statutory body which was established on 1st March, 2013. The principal functions of the Insolvency Service are:a) to monitor the operation of the arrangements relating to personal insolvency, the Debt Relief Notice (DRN), the Debt Settlement Arrangement (DSA) and the Personal Insolvency Arrangement (PIA) provided for in the Personal Insolvency Act 2012 (the Act), b) to consider applications for Debt Relief Notices in accordance with the Act, c) to process applications for Protective Certificates for DSAs and PIAs in accordance with the Act, d) to maintain the Registers of Debt Relief Notices, Protective Certificates, Debt Settlement Arrangements and Personal Insolvency Arrangements; e) to provide information to the public on the working of the Act, f) to advise the Minister on any matter relating to its functions, g) to authorise, supervise and regulate a person or class of persons to perform the functions of an approved intermediary, h) to authorise, supervise and regulate individuals to carry on practice as personal insolvency practitioners, i) prepare and issue guidelines as to what constitutes a reasonable standard of living and reasonable living expenses for debtors, j) arrange for the provision of such education and training, in relation to the performance by them of their functions under this Act, of approved intermediaries, personal insolvency practitioners and other persons, as it thinks fit, k) contribute to the development of policy in the area of personal insolvency, l) carry out any other duties and exercise any other powers assigned to it by or under the Act such as the administration of the provisions of the reformed bankruptcy legislation, to manage the estates of bankrupt individuals with a view to realising assets for the benefit of creditors and arranging for the discharge from bankruptcy of the person concerned. For further information see the following websites: www.isi.gov.ie; Telephone No 0761 06 4200 (9am – 6pm); www.citizensinformation.ie; www.mabs.ie The Money Advice & Budgeting Service is based at Civic Offices, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford X35 Y326. (Tel 0761 07 2770 – Fax 058-45296 – e-mail: Dungarvan@mabs.ie and provides a service throughout the West Waterford area. It is part of the national MABS Service and is free, confidential and independent. Visit our web site at: www.mabs.ie Phone MABS Helpline 0761 07 2000 Email helpline@mabs.ie

AN CHÚIRT DÚICHE (The District Court) NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF LICENCE MALLOW DISTRICT COURT DISTRICT NO: 20 LICENSING ACTS 1833 TO 2011 THE LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT 1833 SECTION 6 THE LICENSING ACT (IRELAND) 1874 As Amended by Substitution in the First Schedule to the Courts (No2) Act 1986 INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT 1960 SECTION 29 THE DISTRICT COURT RULES 1997 ORDER 79 AN APPLICATION OF CATHRIONA MORAN AS LPR OF EAMONN WALSH DECEASED, DIRECTOR OF EAMONN WALSH LIMITED – APPLICANT TAKE NOTICE that Cathriona Moran, having a place of abode at 21 Fern Hill, Cullenagh, Ballina, Co. Tipperary, as Legal Personal Representative of Eamonn Walsh deceased, a Director of Eamonn Walsh Limited, late of Main Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford, being the holder of a Seven Day Publican’s On-Licence, intends to apply to the Annual Licensing District Court at Lismore District Court on the 14th day of September 2018 at 10.30 o’clock in the forenoon or so soon thereafter as this application may be taken in its order in the Court list for a Certificate by way of transfer entitling the Applicant to receive a Seven Day Publican’s On-Licence in respect of the premises known as “Eamonns Place” and situate at Main Streeet, Lismore, County Waterford, in the Court area and District aforesaid, and heretofore licensed in the name of Eamonn Walsh Limited. Dated this 9th day of August, 2018. Signed: FRIZELLE O’LEARY & CO., Solicitors, Slaney Place, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford. To: District Court Office, O’Brien Street, Mallow, Co. Cork. To: The Superintendent, Garda Síochána, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. To: The Chief Fire Officer, Waterford Fire Services, Kilbarry, Waterford. AN CHUIRT DUICHE THE DISTRICT COURT LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT, 1833 SECTION 6 INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT, 1960 SECTION 29 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF A LICENCE District Court Area of Dungarvan District Number 21 Applicant: Sunnydale Off Licences Limited TAKE NOTICE that Sunnydale Off Licences Limited (through its nominee John Kelly) with its registered offices at Sunnydale, Clonmorewalk, Tipperary, County Tipperary, intends to apply to the Annual Licensing Court to be held at the District Court Sitting at Dungarvan on the 26th day of September, 2018, at 10.30 a.m. for the TRANSFER to the Applicant of the Spirit, Beer and Wine Retailer’s Off Licence attached to the premises situate at and known as 85 O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, County Waterford, in court area and district aforesaid and heretofore licensed in the name of Offie Sales Limited. Dated this 15th day of August, 2018. Signed: Kennedy Frewen O’Sullivan, Solicitors for Applicant, St. Michael Street, Tipperary. To All Statutory Notice Parties.

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An Chuirt Duiche The District Court District Court Area of Lismore District No. 21 LICENSING ACTS 1833 TO 2011 THE LICENSING (IRELAND) ACT 1833 SECTION 6 As Amended by Substitution in the First Schedule to the Courts (No2) Act 1986 INTOXICATING LIQUOR ACT 1960 SECTION 29 THE DISTRICT COURT RULES 1997 ORDER 79 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF TRANSFER OF LICENCE GARY McINERNEY and OLIVIA ROCHE – Applicants Name of Premises Eamonn’s Place, Main Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford TAKE NOTICE that Gary McInerney and Olivia Roche whose place of abode is at Main Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford, intend to apply to the Annual Licensing Court on the 14th day of September, 2018, at Courthouse, Lismore, at 10.30 a.m., for a Certificate by way of Transfer entitling and enabling the Applicants to receive an ordinary seven day Publican’s Licence in respect of premises known as Eamonn’s Place and situate at Main Street, Lismore, in the Court Area and District aforesaid and heretofore licensed in the name of Eamonn Walsh deceased. Dated this 10th day of August, 2018. Signed: Joseph P. Gordon & Co., Solicitors for Applicants, Burgery, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. To: District Court Clerk, The Courthouse, Fermoy, Co. Cork. To: The Superintendent, Garda Síochána, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. To: The Chief Fire Officer, Waterford City & County Council, Civic Offices, The Mall, Waterford.

NOVENA THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail. T.P. J.K. A PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted.

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DO YOU NEED A MASSAGE? – Massage benefits the physical body and promotes positive mental health. €40 per hour. €25 per half hour. Call: Niamh on (083) 1418246 to book in. The Greenway Health Clinic, Tournore, Dungarvan.

RE-UPHOLSTERY, CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home. Collection and delivery. Sofas and Couches made to order. Curtains and Pelmets made to measure. Extensive range of fabrics to choose from. Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must. Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed. Ned O’Connell, Seafield, Youghal. Tel. (024) 93106.

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TO LET 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.) 3 BEDROOM HOUSE TO LET – Monksfield, Abbeyside. Available August 26th to mid-June 2019. Enclosed South facing rear garden. Private parking for two cars. 6 minute walk to town centre. Greenway across the road. No animals or children. Rent: €850 per month. Tel. 087-2047421. (17-8)

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PRESERVATION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that the lands in my possession adjoining the River Blackwater at Portnaglogh Quay, Dromore, Aglish, known as Barron’s Hill is strictly preserved from all forms of trespass. No boats moored from or placed on, no fishing nets moored from or placed on, all trespassers prosecuted. Furthermore there is no access allowed to the River Blackwater through Barron’s Hill, Dromore. Signed: Denis Barron. (31-8)

MUSIC THINKING OF TAKING LEAVING CERT. MUSIC AS AN EXTRA SUBJECT OR NEED A GRIND? – E x p e r i e n c e d Teacher/Examiner has vacancies for new students starting this September. Catchment area Dungarvan, Lismore and Youghal. Contact Fiona Tobin BA MUSIC, H. Dip in Ed. Tel. 087 4128885 or fionamus@eircom.net (24-8)

KITCHEN REVAMP WHY SPEND €1,000s ON A NEW KITCHEN WHEN YOU CAN PAINT YOUR OLD KITCHEN? – New Doors, Worktops and Handles can be supplied. Solid or Melamine Doors can be painted. 30 years experience with a leading Irish kitchen company • For a free quotation and design, contact (087) 9082927.

IN MEMORIAM BUCKLEY (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Addie Buckley, late of Ballyhane, Cappoquin, who died on 17th August, 2009. R.I.P. Mass offered. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day.

–Always loved and remembered by your loving family, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

COYNE (9th anniversary) – Treasured memories of Patsy Coyne, late of Doon, Ballinamult, who died on 18th August, 2009. R.I.P. May the Lord support us all, The day long till the shadow lengthens, And evening comes and the busy world is hushed, And the fever of life is over and our work is done, Then in His mercy may He give us a safe lodging, And a holy rest and peace at last. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered by family and friends.

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

Anniversary Remembrance

HASSETT (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Liam Hassett, late of Kilclooney, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, who died on 23rd August, 2015. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 18th August, at 7.30 p.m. in the Church of St. Cuan and Brogán, Clonea Power. We miss your smile, your joking ways, We missed the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. Will those who think of Liam today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

DUNFORD (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dad John Dunford, late of Kilnafrehan Middle, Dungarvan, who died on 19th August, 2013. R.I.P. Masses offered.

Beau Street, Waterford Tel. (051) 872114. Freephone 116 123. Lonely – Suicidal – Despairing? Talk to us any time, any day in complete confidence Phone – write – visit

–Always remembered by your loving children Julie, Michael, Jimmy, Dermot; daughters-inlaw son-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Abbeyside Church on Sunday, 19th August, at 12 noon.

POWER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband Thomas (Tom) Power, late of Comeragh Crescent, Dungarvan, whose First Anniversary occurs on 17th August. Anniversary Masses for Tom will be offered in Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel on Friday, 17th August, at 10.00 a.m. and The Church of The Nativity Of Our Lady, Old Parish, on Sunday, 19th August, at 10.30 a.m. My dearest Tom, I miss you, And think of you every day, Love you forever and ever.

–Love from Cath.

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993

Always in our thoughts.

The Samaritans

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved, Behond measure. Will those who think of Kathleen today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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

–With love always, Vera, Billy, Geraldine, Jim, Nicola, Paul and the children.

–Sadly missed by son Ted; daughter-in-law Mary; his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

POWER (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Kathleen Power, late of 9 Lands End, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 18th August.

Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, will close the following public road from 21st August to 14th September 2018 to facilitate Water Main Rehabilitation Works: Road to be closed: •

L5122 Castlereagh, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford

Diversion Route: •

Via L1046 Graignagower, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford.

Fergus Galvin, Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

14th August 2018

POWER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear dad Thomas (Tom) Power, late of Comeragh Crescent, Dungarvan, whose First Anniversary occurs on 17th August. TO A DEAR DAD You left us with so many gifts, Love, much joy and tenderness, You always put us first, And in your own unassuming way, You made our times together so special. We have had some sad, And lonely times this year without you, But I have learnt that in times of sadness and upset, My memories have and always will make me smile. When I need some guidance or advice, I feel your gentle hand guiding me on my path, My very own Guardian Angel, It will always be that way. We still have our little chats, And I know you always listen, Because the bonds we forged together, Will always remain. Thank you Dear Dad for such a wonderful life, I am privileged and lucky to have you as my father.

–Love always – Caroline and Ian.

SHIELS (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Noel Francis Shiels, late of Glen Road, Knockmahon, Bonmahon, who died on 20th August, 2013. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 19th August, at 6.00 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church, Saleen, Knockmahon. –Sadly missed by his loving family, Mary, Phillip, John, Martin, Feargeal; grandchildren Eli, Brendán and Lily Jane; daughters-in-law, sisters, nieces, nephews, family and friends. ‘The Lord is my Shepherd.’

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WHELAN (26th anniversary) – In loving memory of Stella Whelan, late of O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, who died on 17th August, 1992. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 17th August, at 9.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Sad are the hearts that loved you, Silent are the tears that fall, But living our lives without you, Is the greatest heartache of all. May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper for you to hear, That we, your family, miss you, And wish that you were here.

–Always remembered Donie and family.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † PAT MOLONEY Gortnadiha, Ring Died: 6th July, 2018 The family of the late Pat Moloney of Gortnadiha, Ring, who died on July 6th, 2018, would like to sincerely thank all those who sympathised with us, attended the Wake, Rosary and Funeral and provided support to us at this difficult time. For those who phoned, travelled, sent flowers, cards and messages of condolences, we are truly grateful. A special word of thanks to: The staff of St. Vincent's Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital and Dr. David Mahony who respectfully and diligently looked after Pat during his illness; Colin Lyons, who went above and beyond in his role as Pat’s carer; Pat's special friends Jim and Carmel Moroney. All those who participated in the Rosary and Funeral Mass: Fr. Enright (Celebrant), Fr. Kelly (Parish Priest), Dina Walshe for her beautiful singing and music, altar servers, readers, offertory gift bearers, gravediggers and pallbearers; Mooney's Bar for providing food and refreshments; Kiely’s Funeral Directors, for their tribute to Pat and sensitive and professional handling of arrangements. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude.

† JOAN (Joanie) HOGAN Dunabbey House, Dungarvan, and formerly of Sheskin, Stradbally, Co. Waterford Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary The family of the late Joan (Joanie) Hogan would like to express our sincere thanks to those who sympathised with us on our loss. Thank you to all those who attended the Rosary, the removal and Requiem Mass and to all who sent Mass cards. A special word of thanks to Fr. J. Condon, P.P., who celebrated the Mass. We would also like to thank Kiely Funeral Directors for their kindness and professionalism. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated for Joan (Joanie) on Friday, 17th August, at 7.30 p.m. in Holy Cross Church, Stradbally.

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Steven Henley, intend to apply for permission for A) Demolition of an existing end of terrace dwelling house (floor area of 214m2) and B) to construct two number two storey dwellinghouses (total floor area 240m2) with stone façade to front elevations and all associated site works at West Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Further Information – We, The Board of Management of Glenbeg National School, has applied for planning permission for a three classroom single-storey temporary prefabricated building including all associated site works at Glenbeg National School, Glenbeg, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Planning Reference 18/186 refers. In this regard note that Significant Further Information has been furnished to the Planning Authority and is available for inspection or purchase at the offices of the Planning Authority, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.) at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, and that a submission or observation in relation to the Further Information may be made to the Authority in writing and on payment of the prescribed fee (€20.00) not later than 2 weeks after the receipt of the public notices by the Planning Authority (within 5 weeks in the case of an application accompanied by an E.I.S.) by the Authority and no further fee is required where a valid submission or observation has already been made in respect of this planning application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Engie Developments Ireland Limited, intend to apply for permission develop a solar farm on a site located in the townland of Poulabautia, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. The proposed solar farm will comprise the construction and operation of solar PV arrays mounted on metal frames on an approx. 29.7ha site, inclusive of single electrical control building, up to 8 inverter units, a temporary construction area and ancillary facilities (inclusive of gross floor space of proposed works up to 214Sw.m). The planning application is accompanied by an environmental report and Stage 1 Screening for Appropriate assessment. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, James Kett, wish to apply to the above Authority for Retention Permission for 3 number existing flag poles and Planning Permission for the erection of a new religious grotto and all associated site works at Church Lane, Stradbally, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

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Waterford Centra stores clean up once again at 2018 Quality Awards 16 Waterford Stores Recognised for Excellence in Areas of Hygiene and Food Safety

Laura and John Roche, Roche's Centra, Lismore, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

IT was an evening of welldeserved celebration and excitement for 16 Waterford Centra stores as they were honoured at the 2018 Centra Quality Awards for excellence in the fields of hygiene and food safety within their businesses. Throughout the course of the event, which was held in the stunning Malton Hotel, Killarney, the Excellence Ireland Quality Association awarded a carefullyselected group of eight Waterford Centra stores with the Excellence Ireland Supreme National Hygiene Award – Q Mark; a prestigious nod to their continuous commitment to upholding exemplary standards of store hygiene and cleanliness. Each successful Centra store was chosen as a result of their ongoing hard work and dedication in these areas over the past three years, having displayed a clear awareness of the importance of providing the best service for their customers, as well as ensuring that quality, hygiene and food safety are continually prioritised by their team of staff. The eight Waterford winners of the Excellence Ireland Supreme National Hygiene Award were: • Garvey’s Centra, Coolagh • Nugent’s Centra, Dungarvan • Dick’s Centra, Farran Park • Hickson’s Centra, John Street • Roche’s Centra, Lismore • Murphy’s Centra, Portlaw • Murphy’s Centra, St. Lawrence

• Hickson’s Centra, Tramore Aside from this reputable accolade, a further eight Waterford Centra stores were also recognised during the event for their commitment to health and safety within the Irish food sector.These businesses were presented with the Excellence Ireland National Hygiene and Food Safety Certificate, which is another independent verification that the highest standards of operational hygiene and food safety are being met across the board by each of the selected convenience stores. The eight stores that proudly accepted an Excellence Ireland National Hygiene and Food Safety Certificate were: • Grehan’s Centra, Dungarvan • Power’s Centra, Dumore East • Phelan’s Centra, Kilmacthomas • Byrne’s Centra, Kilmeaden • Keniry’s Centra, Tallow • Hennessy’s Centra, Waterford • McKenna/Kennedy’s Centra, WIT • McKenna/Kennedy’s Centra, WIT Campus In total, 431 Centra stores across Ireland were awarded during the ceremony, with 295 receiving the Excellence Ireland National Hygiene and Food Safety Certificate and 136 walking away with the coveted top prize of Excellence Ireland Supreme National Hygiene Award. Commenting on the importance of these prestigious awards, Martin Kelleher, Managing

Director of Centra Ireland, said: “Each and every one of the stores that have been awarded should be incredibly proud of their achievement, which is a direct result of their consistent input into ensuring their food service meets – and even exceeds – the incredibly high standards put in place by Excellence Ireland. These awards act not only as a validation to store owners, management and staff that their hard work has been recognised, but it also assures customers that exceptional food safety standards are being adhered to within each of the winning stores. Peace of mind is hugely important to consumers, especially within the food industry, and this seal of approval allows customers of these Centra stores to shop with ease and confidence.” Irene Collins of the Excellence Ireland Quality Association was also quick to applaud the worthy winners, saying: “Throughout this process, we have witnessed great dedication to diligence in food safety measures and excellence in quality control by a selection of Centra stores in particular. Many of these teams have gone above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that their store stands out from the crowd, making it an easy decision for Excellence Ireland to award them accordingly.We thank all of the winning stores for maintaining meticulous quality and hygiene standards and we would like to congratulate each of them on

Tim Foley, Murphy's Centra, St. Lawrence’s Terrace, Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Damian Grehan, Grehan's Centra, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry. this fantastic achievement.” With over 450 stores, Centra employs almost 11,000 people and serves over three million customers per week. Centra invests more than €240 million in local

communities per annum, which is the equivalent of €4.5 million per week through a combination of payments to local suppliers, acquisition of local business services, wages, charitable donations and

local sponsorships. For healthy recipes, special offers or to find your closest Centra store please visit their website www.centra.ie or check out Facebook \ CentraIreland

Pat Phelan, Phelan's Centra, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Frank Nugent, Nugent's Centra, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

John O'Leary, Murphy's Centra, Portlaw, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Eoin Coady, Coady's Centra, Farran Park, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Declan O'Shea, Garvey's Centra, Coolagh, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

Donal Hickson, Hickson's Centra, Kilmeaden, Tramore and John Street, Waterford who received their Centra Food Safety Award from Martin Kelleher, Centra Managing Director & Soraid McEntee Operations & Quality Manager EIQA at the recent Centra Conference which was held in Killarney, Co. Kerry.

COUNTY NEWS NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.

CFT Underwater Photographers Group Exhibition ALL are welcome to visit the CFT Underwater Photographers Group exhibition in the Index Gallery, Waterford Central Library, Lady Lane running from Tuesday, 14th August, to Saturday, 8th September. CFT (Comhairle Fo-Thuinn), the Irish Undrewater Council is the main body representing recreational scuba diving clubs in Ireland. This underwater photo exhibition, organised by the group’s founding member, Brian Stone from DCU displays the work of the divers and the wonderful life in the sea and rivers in Ireland. There are also photographs from every part of the world taken during diver’s trips abroad. Every year, this exhibition is showcased at the Irish Diving Trade Show and then tours across the country at various venues. This year, the exhibition will visit Waterford, Wexford, Galway, Dublin,Valentia Island and Bangor for everyone to enjoy seeing the wonders of the underwater world and maybe take up diving to see for themselves first hand. If you would like to contact the group, please visit their Facebook page, "CFT Underwater Photography" where they share their tips and knowledge of underwater photography. The “Waterford Harbour Sub Aqua Club” will be hosting the Exhibition in the Index Gallery, Waterford Central Library, this year where it will run until Saturday, 8th September.

Free InterTradeIreland funding advisory workshop coming to Waterford InterTradeIreland has announced the next in its series of free workshops across the country to help established SMEs explore traditional and alternative sources of finance to help grow their business. The next event will take place on Tuesday, 11th September at the Tower Hotel, Waterford from 8.00 a.m. 10.30 a.m. The Funding Advisory Service Workshops, which are aimed at established businesses with a turnover in excess of €100,000 and which have been trading for at least 18 months, are free to attend but companies that are interested in attending are asked to register at https://intertradeireland.com/events/fundingadvisory-service-workshop-tower-hotel-waterford-11-sep2018/ as places are limited. Run in association with InterTradeIreland’s delivery partner Grant Thornton, attendees will be provided with independent and objective advice and networking opportunities with funding providers. Participants will also learn about a variety of finance options including bank funding, Asset Financing, Asset Based Lending (ABL), Peer to Peer Lending (P2P), Private Equity Funding and Government backed loan funds. With so many funding sources now on the market, these free regional workshops and advisory services aim to help local established businesses to explore all the finance options available and ultimately raise new funding as a direct result of participating in the programme. The workshops are supported by the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI). For more information, please visit http://www.intertradeireland.com/funding-advisory-service/

Pictured at the event were from left: Luke Carolan, age 3 and Donagh O'Brien, age 4. Barnardos seeks to transform the lives of children in Ireland by providing services to help them meet their milestones and get ready for school; by providing family supports to those facing challenges such as poverty and homelessness; and by helping parents to create a better home life for their children. [Keith Arkins]

Barnardos Launches Local Volunteer Drive in Waterford!

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The charity is calling for people of Waterford to support children on Friday, 14th September BARNARDOS, with the kind support of Dell, has launched their local call for volunteers in Waterford.The children’s charity, who work with more than 15,300 children each year and has four centres in Waterford, need valuable volunteers for their National Collection Day, kindly supported by Dell, on September 14th. By shaking a bucket or joining an instore bag pack for just two hours, each volunteer can raise up to €100 for vulnerable children in their community. People can register here: www.barnardos.ie/buckets Barnardos seeks to transform the lives of children in Ireland by providing services to help them meet their milestones and get ready for school; by providing family supports to those facing challenges such as poverty and homelessness; and by helping parents to create a better home life for their children. What: Barnardos National Collection Day, kindly supported by Dell When: Friday, 14th September Time: 8.00 a.m. - 9.00 p.m. (any 2 hour shift) Locations in Waterford include: • Tesco Ballybeg

• Tesco Ardkeen • Tesco Tamore • City Square Shopping Centre • SuperValu Caulfields Waterford City • Dunnes Stores Dungarvan • Centra Dungarvan • Dunnes Stores City Square To volunteer on Friday, 14th September please call 01-7080418. For more information, email buckets@barnardos.ie or visit www.barnardos.ie. Barnardos CEO Fergus Finlay said: “Each year I am overwhelmed by the surge of support we receive in counties and communities across Ireland. A sea of green volunteers, each coming together at a bag pack or shaking a bucket with a friend. Everyone who takes part makes a real difference for the children in their community, and enjoy the benefits and feel good factor that volunteering can bring - we’ve had volunteers return year after year and who have a ball on the day themselves. But we always need more, and I hope the people of Waterford get behind us this year. This will be our second year with Dell EMC, who are an incredibly driven partner

and who want to support us to make this year the most successful yet. Join us on September 14th to help a child in your community www.barnardos.ie/buckets” Denis Kelly, Site Leader, Dell EMC Cherrywood Campus, said: “Last year was the first year for Dell to be an official partner of Barnardos and as a company we were inspired by the impactful work that Barnardos undertook to ensure the wellbeing of children across Ireland. With the National Fundraising Day approaching on the 14th of September our employees in Dublin, Limerick and Cork are busy planning a series of fundraising events to support this deserving cause and enthusiastically working with Barnardos to ensure the campaign is the great success it deserves to be. Today as a company focused on leaving a legacy of good in communities throughout Ireland, we’re encouraging others to join us in supporting the children’s charity in whatever way possible.” How you can help: • To volunteer please call 01-7080418 or visit www.barnardos.ie

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS ARDMORE CREDIT UNION Our Credit Union, a sub branch of Youghal Credit Union has been operating away as normal in its new home at the old Fire Station for a number of weeks now. On Saturday morning we had the official opening which was performed by young hurling star, James Flavin. The wet morning dampened things a bit and was probably the reason the turnout was smaller than expected. Nonetheless, everyone enjoyed themselves and all comers were treated to light refreshments as well. HONEY. Like the rest of us, our bees have enjoyed a wonderful Summer and several people have commented on the presence of increased numbers of honey bees and bumble bees around the place. This is good news as we in Ardmore Tidy Towns have been trying to facilitate that increase for a number of years by planting bee friendly trees, shrubs and flowers and placing a couple of hives at the allotments. Well, the proof of the pudding is in the eating, and that’s exactly what’s going to happen as our bee specialist, James Moloney reports that one of the hives has produced a lot of honey and the other just a moderate amount and he will be harvesting soon. SPLIT THE POT Congratulations to Caroline Keevers on winning half the pot in our draw on Wednesday night in the Round Tower Hotel.

Caroline won €413 and The Ardmore National School Parents Association received €413. Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participating businesses in the village. Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the businesses who sell and keep the envelopes for us. You will also find us selling our envelopes at Ardmore Farmers’ Market on Sundays from 11-3. POKER Normal order was restored at the Poker on Wednesday night with Jerome Curran winning the final from Fr Finbarr Lucey and a tie for 3rd place between Cyril Kelly and Liam Cashman. Not to be denied, Redmond Foley won the runner up game from Ger Cronin. The results make no change at the top of the leader board with Jerome way out in front of Redmond on 324 & 257 respectively with James Bryan on 212. 45 HOLIDAYS There was a great atmosphere at a packed Keevers on Thursday night with five tables of 45 enthusiasts in their midst. Willie and Brian Keane emerged with the honours. There was a three way tie for 2nd involving, Pat O’Connor & Ned, Ann & Michael Keane and James Flavin & John Cronin. Indeed, great to see Pat O’Connor back again

after a difficult Winter through illness, hail and hearty and literally not missing a trick. Tess Mansfield & Nora Mai O’Neill were best of the last 5 and Fr. Finbar Lucey & Billy Harty won the last game. THE BINS I know I’ve been on about these but the current situation is farcical and something will have to change. We monitored them last Sunday week, the Bank Holiday weekend. Every bin in the village was emptied at 8.00 a.m. By 11.30 a.m. all the bins at The Beach Car Park and at The Storm Wall were packed full and several had rubbish left beside them that wouldn’t fit in. They were emptied again at that time and the stuffed again by 7.00 p.m. when Bernie emptied them again. Several people were observed stuffing bags of household rubbish into the bins. The bins are not designed for household rubbish and cannot accommodate it. Bernie Stilwell empties these bins voluntarily every weekend because if he didn’t the place would be a total mess, especially when the birds get at the piles of rubbish that’s left beside the bins. BEREAVED We offer our sincere sympathy to the husband and family of the late Sally Foley from Monea Crescent, who died recently. Sally gave up much of her free time as a volunteer in our Tourist Office a couple of years ago. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí.

Exhibition of portraits by Ardmore artist Judy Shinnick CURRENTLY in Dungarvan there is an engaging exhibition of portraits by Ardmore artist and teacher Judy Shinnick. Judy is a classically trained painter who has studied the methods of The Old Masters in Florence. She has embraced these traditional techniques returning each Summer to hone her skills. Her objective is to present reality as closely as possible while striving to capture the intangible. Through the warmth of the skin and a light behind the eyes, Judy attempts to document the human soul and spirit. “I would like to think that this shows and encourages the viewer to not just look fleetingly at my work but to stay and linger a while.” This project, conceived 3 years ago, has resulted in a series of compelling paintings where Judy invited people connected to the village of Ardmore to sit for her.

The exhibition was recently shown in the village and was enthusiastically received by the many visitors who passed through. The exhibition “Portraits” has now moved to The Old Market House Art Centre in Dungarvan. Why not drop in to see it, you might recognize a face or two.

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Judy lives and works from her studio at Windyridge overlooking Ardmore Bay in Co. Waterford. “Portraits” is showing at The Old Market House Art Centre until September 7th. Opening Hours: TuesdayFriday 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.; Saturday 1.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m.

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Michael and Mary Power, Friars Walk, Abbeyside, who will be 50 years married on Sunday, August 19th. Photo taken in Whitehorses, Ardmore, where they had family celebrations.

Johnny McEvoy in Concert St. Declan's Church Ardmore ST. Declan's Church Ardmore will host the legendary Johnny McEvoy in Concert on October 26th which will be an performance not to be missed. Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent shows and his current nationwide concert tour is getting a huge response from his legion of fans. This nostalgic evening of 'Song and Story' features all of Johnny's many 'Hit Songs', including Muirsin Durkan-Boston Burglar-Those Brown EyesLong Long Before Your Time plus some songs from his new album. His songs are haunting, evocative and beautifully presented with many in the folk and ballad style. Johnny McEvoy has been one of the most enduring and talented singer/songwriters in these islands over the past 50 years. His concert performance is second to none with his songs beautifully delivered in truly artistic fashion and story telling of the finest order. A number of tickets are still available and can be purchased at Mari Mina Pharmacy Ardmore or from John on 086-2330810.Tickets are €30 and this is a fundraiser for St. Declan's Conference of SVP covering Ardmore Grange & Kinsalebeg.

Pictured are the romantic couple Ciara Mac Rory and Roger Ryan outside the Regal Cinema Youghal showing the beautiful cathedral engagement ring on Friday, 10th August 2018. In true gentleman style, Roger went down on one knee and asked Ciara would she marry him. The blockbuster romantic musicial "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" was screening in the cinema that night. [www.youghalonline.com]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Youghal Sailing Club By Christine Lee WHEN you think of a warm Summer breeze, you think of flowers and leaves rustling, dogs tails wagging in rhythm and strolls along our beautiful, long beach. Not us. When we see a warm Summer breeze, it's battlestations to the ready. It's boats being rigged and it's engines roaring to life. It's spinnakers and sheets, pulleys and trailers. It is life. It is a heart beating with the waves, marker buoys fearing they'll be hit but never are as our boats bend to our will and curve sharply around them. It is a starting horn. Loud. Celtic. The sound of incoming troops. It's people shouting "I've got this is the bag lads!" in an echo of an earlier offer of help. It is sportsmanship and camaraderie. The friendly training battles of Spartans. But this is not Spartacus. This... is Youghal Sailing Club. On August 12th, Sunday morning at 12.25 p.m. the starting horn was blown and started a friendly race amongst Youghal Sailing Club members. Friends

became competitors and victors took their seat as reigning champions for the week. As the race took place a few men came by and jumped the jetty, overcome by the excitement of the race and wanting to partake. As the Connemara lads lept and sailed through the air, the breeze picked up, sending our boats into a frenzy of speed and momentum. It was as if Youghal itself knew it was host to the craic and it sang its breeze in windy ceoil. The ultimate winners of the friendly were Youghal boys Jack Buttimer and Ed Coyne. Congratulations to both, and we shall see you next week, when we haul you down from you're reigning spot in another adrenaline fuelled race of will and skill. If you are like us, and see more

in a warm Summer breeze, join the club. Youghal Sailing Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s next meeting is Monday, 20th August, 2018. If you would like to attend and join our crew of passionate sailors, experienced with old and reliable boats mixed with newbies and their recently acquired boats, then find us on Facebook and let us know. We also have our annual Villierstown Run on the weekend of Saturday the 25th, which involves club members sailing up to Villierstown from Youghal, camping and barbecuing overnight and racing back the following day, Sunday, 26th August. If this interests you, look us up on Facebook. We would be happy to welcome you to the helm. Sailing puts the colour in the wind.

BA R K FO R A R C Fundraising Dog Walk SINEAD Kane, Youghal, holder of two Guinness World Records and who has also run seven marathons in seven days in seven continents, with Molly and Cullen launching the Bark for ARC fundraising dog walk which will be held on the 9th of September in aid of Cork ARC Cancer Support Centre in Youghal. The fun dog walk will start at 2.00 p.m. in The Greenpark, Youghal, and all are welcome even if you have a dog or not. Cork ARC Cancer Support House in

Adrian Lee, Race Officer.

Youghal offers a range of psychological supports for cancer patients and their families living in the communities of East Cork and West Waterford. All services are available free of charge, and people affected by Cancer are warmly welcomed to the Centre on Wednesdays between 10.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Further information about the service can be found at www.corkcancersupport.ie/ [John Hennessy]

CillĂn Folen from Connemara.

Janette Hickey and Pat McCarthy, Youghal Cardiac First Responders receiving a cheque from some of the Youghal Queen Of The Sea Festival 2018 committee members, Siobhan Sheehan, Padraig Sheehan and Donna Clohessy. This money was raised from this year's Queen Of The Sea Festival in aid of Youghal RNLI and Youghal Cardiac First Responders. [John Hennessy]

Paddy Crowley, Seamus Mason, Pat O'Keeffe, Erik Brooks and Jay Walsh, Youghal RNLI, receiving a cheque from some of the Youghal Queen Of The Sea Festival 2018 committee members, Donna Clohessy, Siobhan Sheehan and Padraig Sheehan. This money was raised from this year's Queen Of The Sea Festival in aid of Youghal RNLI and Youghal Cardiac First Responders. [John Hennessy]

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STRADBALLY WEDDING Holy Cross Church, Stradbally was the setting for the wedding of Sinead Power, Carrigbarahane, Stradbally to Paddy Curran, Kilrossanty on Friday, 10th August, 2018. The celebrant was Fr. John Delaney, P.P., Kilrossanty. The music during the ceremony was provided by Brendan Clancy and Andy Dunne. The bride was supported by her sisters, chief bridesmaid Nina Fee, Yvonne Power and cousin Elaine D’Arcy. The bestman was Michael Crotty and the groomsmen were David Curran and Kevin Power. The pageboys duties were performed by Ronan and James Curran. The Liturgy was read by Linda Curran and Maria Canavan. The prayers of the faithful were shared by Richard Harney, Ciara Curran Haynes, P. J. Houlihan, Michelle Fraher and Ann Marie Morrissey. The gifts were brought to the altar by both mothers Rose Power and Margaret Curran. The Communion reflection was read by Keith Wall. Following the signing of the Register and the many photographs, the bride and groom and family and guests went on to The Park Hotel, Dungarvan to continue the celebrations. Congratulations and best wishes to Sinead and Paddy, wishing you every happiness. TIDY TOWNS DRAW RESULTS The Stradbally Tidy Towns draw took place at the Cove Bar on Friday night last, 10th August.

The results of the raffle are as follows: 1st prize €250 shopping vouchers sponsored by Garvey’s SuperValu, Dungarvan - won by Orla Casey, Bonmahon, Co. Waterford. 2nd prize €100 sponsored by Adrian Power, Forge Auto Service, Stradbally - won by Philip Curran, Chapel Road, Stradbally. 3rd prize €100 sponsored by Whelan’s Lounge Bar, Stradbally - won by David O’Mahoney, Durrow, Stradbally. 4th prize €100 sponsored by Richard Hickey, Cove Bar, Stradbally - won by Francis Galvin, Curraheen, Stradbally. 5th prize €100 shopping voucher sponsored by Ann Cunningham XL Stores, Stradbally - won by John Roche, Iona Cottage, Stradbally. Following the draw Chairman Joe Curran congratulated all the winners, thanked the ticket sellers, the sponsors and the community for the support and for the friendly response at each door. He also thanked Richard Hickey for hosting the draw this year in the Cove Bar. C.E. JOB PLACEMENT A Community Employment place for Stradbally Tidy Towns will soon be advertised on the Jobs Ireland website at the end of the month. Our tidy towns committee will soon have to say goodbye to our C.E. worker Eddie Fitzgerald, who had overseen the highs and lows of the tidy towns competition with us for several years. Eddie will soon be retiring in September. Anyone

interested and eligible should make contact through the Jobs Ireland website as soon as possible. THANK YOU A huge thanks to local painting contractor John Kelly who power-washed the limestone sundial picnic table and all the surrounding seating at the village green on Thursday evening last. The table had got stained from leaving drinks and food on it and also had some green staining from the trees. Thanks John we appreciate the help. ESSENTIAL MAINTENANCE Waterford County Council will begin essential maintenance works at Ballyvoile Tunnel on the Waterford Greenway on Monday, 20th August, 2018. The works will take approximately two weeks to complete. The Tunnel will remain open during the works, and those who use the tunnel are requested to obey the instructions of the maintenance personnel during the works schedule. LOCAL SOCCER LOTTO There was no jackpot winner in the club lotto draw recently held. The numbers drawn were: 7, 8, 16, 19. The €25 winners were Ned Gough, Ger Crowley and Grainne Costelloe. The promoter’s prizewinner was Joey Sheehan. The next draw will take place in Whelan’s on Sunday night where the jackpot prize on offer will be €2,100. Thanks to all who continue to support our lotto.

The Beauteous River Tay This river rises in the Comeragh Mountains, flows through some of the most romantic scenery in Co. Waterford, finding an outlet at the very noted beauty spot Stradbally. Down from the height of Comeragh its turgid waters flow, It leaps and sparkles in the sun, down to the vale below; By Coffey’s wild romantic glen, like children at their play, It winds and gambles through the rocks the beauteous River Tay. And then through Ballagoula its waters calmer flow, By Kirwan’s and Barry’s forge it onward still doth go Meand`ring on by many a pool, where trout and salmon play, Until it reaches Leamybrian, the beauteous River Tay. Nigh Donnell’s and by Carey’s it swiftly glides along, Its rippling waters seem to sing some sweet old Irish song, It winds around by Adramone, its still at play, Past Weaver’s Bridge and Tommy Brian’s the beauteous River Tay. Its waters join the Deehal’s where Durrow’s groves arise, Whose leafy bowers in many parts, block out the azure skies And then by Carrig an Aiffrin it still keeps on its way, Where mass said in Penal times, the beauteous River Tay. At last through lovely Woodhouse, its waters onward glide, Whilst oak and ash droop down on every side, Till at the Cove of Stradbally, that ends its winding way, Its waters join the ocean blue, the beauteous River Tay. Courtesy of Michael Walsh’s Ballingown collection. Although Michall Walsh was from the parish of Kilrossanty he attended school in Stradbally, staying with his cousin George Cummins in Carrigahilla from where he went to Stradbally Convent and then to Stradbally Boys NS (now Barron Hall). Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or brianjcorry@yahoo.ie

8 to 10 year old girls group at the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held in Ardmore GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne]

KILL KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's Lotto draw held in Kirwan's Bar there was no winner of the €10,000 Lotto jackpot. On the night we had three match 3 winning tickets. The winners were Helen Stephens, Fiona Mullane and Emma Gallagher. The numbers drawn were 4, 11, 21 and 27.The lotto draw was sponsored by Tom Kirwan Contractor. LITTER PICK Now that most of the big events are over, we are thinking

of a date for the next Litter Pick and which hotspots to focus on. Please watch this space for updates and consider giving an hour of your time to help us keep our village clean. On that note, a huge well done to Louis McCarthy who has been doing tremendous work sweeping, cleaning, tidying the streets of our beautiful village.We would like to thank you for your hard work week in and out, no matter what the weather throws at us.

CAR WASH A charity Car Wash will be coming to Kill soon, for one day only but featuring a cup of tea while you wait - watch this space for all the details! BINGO! Our next Bingo Night will be on Thursday, August 23rd in Kill Community Centre with eyes down at 8.00 p.m. sharp. Save the date and make sure not to miss it, this would be a great night out with the kids before it's back to school!

BONMAHON COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITOR CENTRE The following events will take place this month: Coastal Archaeology Lecture on August 20th at 7.00 p.m.We are holding a Visitor Centre Open Day and Geology Workshop on August 21st at 2.00 p.m. and a Geo Map Workshop on the August 22nd at 2.00 p.m. All are most welcome. The Tramore Yarners craft group meet weekly in the Café from 10.30 a.m. on Thursday mornings and all with an interest in yarning are welcome to join in. The Visitor Centre Cafe and Museum remain open daily from 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. throughout

the Summer. Please note that we are closed on Tuesdays. The annual Flower Show will take place on September 15th and 16th this year with all the details and information to follow shortly. For more information, please see www.coppercoastgeopark.com or follow us on Facebook. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn recently were 6, 13, 14 and 19. We had no Jackpot or match 3 winners. Congratulations to our 2 Lucky Dip winners who receive €50 each, John Joe Cleary and Lucy Galvin. The next Jackpot available stands at €11,200.

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8 year old group with Coach Pierce Brett at the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community School organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne]

LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns BACK to work again last week for the Lismore Tidy Towns work team after their short break.With an Autumnal feel in the air, many of the early flowering perennial plants needed a good trim so this work was carried by team in the Millennium Park. Hopefully, we will get a second flush of flowers from plants such as Nepeta/Catmint and the perennial geraniums. Gordon our CE worker did a great maintenance job in the hotel car park and weeding of planted areas in Lios an Oir on his work days last week. Thanks to Liam Ahearne who recently repaired the post and rail fencing at the zig zag bed at Ballyrafter. Sean Daly, Willie Henry and Michael McBride recently removed six large clumps of Himalayan Balsam growing inside the roadside railing at the canal on the Cappoquin Road. This involved cutting off the seed heads first, gathering them separately and then pulling out the plant. Himalayan Balsam looks like a pretty pink plant and this is the reason that it was introduced as an ornamental plant into gar-

dens in the nineteenth century. You will see it growing in huge quantities on the banks of the river Blackwater if you walk from Lady Louisa's Walk Lismore down towards the Round Hill. Also if you are travelling by car from Cappoquin to Lismore you will see huge swathes of it growing inside the roadside hedging on the left hand side of the road as you leave Cappoquin. However, Himalayan Balsam can be found anywhere - some plants were found recently in the Millennium Park and at he Ice Houses Ballyin. The reason for this is that each plant can produce 800 seeds per year and their explosive pods can shoot seeds up to 22 feet/7 metres away which can then stick to car tyres and shoes. Bees are also attracted to the flowers of Himalayan Balsam and can spread the seeds widely. Ideally, to fight Himalayan Balsam as it is an annual plant it should be cut down or pulled out in June or July before it comes into flower and sets seed. However, this would require a big community effort with lots of volunteers to now do the work

that would need to be done. All of us should be concerned about it for the following reasons - its rapid growth shades out most of our Irish native plants, it leaves riverbanks exposed to erosion in winter, it attracts pollination away from our native plant species and increases the risk of flooding due to increased bank instability and siltation of water course. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Even though we have had some rain over the past few weeks, water conservation is still very important and every small action taken will benefit all long term. Below are some more tips provided by Irish Water/Uisce Eireann. IN THE KITCHEN • run your washing machine and dishwasher with full loads • place a basin in the sink and use any water left over from washing vegetables or any other use on your garden plants • keep a jug of water in the fridge instead of running the cold tap which can waste up to 10 litres per day of water

Lismore Community Alert ON behalf of Lismore Community Alert, Chairperson Orla Russell would like to express our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Peter Dowd who sadly passed away recently. Peter’s work as vice-chair of the local Lismore Community Alert group was invaluable and he will

be greatly missed. A new community alert sign is now in place on the way into Lismore town from the Kilbee, Cappoquin back road. Thanks to John Foley and Waterford City and County Council workers for putting the sign up for us.

BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY NON STOP DRAW July: 1st Liam and Chris Moore; 2nd Joseph and Kathy Nugent; 3rd Padraigh Walsh. August: 1st Maurice Landers; 2nd Diarmuid and Una Walsh; 3rd Mairead Walsh. ANNUAL FUN RIDE The Ballysaggart Community Development Annual Fun ride will take place on Sunday, September 9th. Details to follow in the coming weeks. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 2/8/18 - Bob Allen and Mary Allen, Mike Fennessy and Tom Veale. Lucky Tables: Mary Byrne and Helen Walsh, Sean Higgins and Mary Fennessy, Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey. 9/8/18 - 1st: Mary Fennesssy and Sean Higgins. 2nd:Tess Hale and Nellie Devine, Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey, Stephen Cunningham and Padraig Murphy, Christy Higgins and Finbar Higgins, Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan. Tickets:

Finbar Higgins x2, Christy Higgins, Dan Howard and Mary Fennessy. LEAVING CERT RESULTS Best of luck to the students from Ballysaggart and the surrounding areas who will receive their Leaving Cert. results on Wednesday, August 15th. CONDOLENCES The Ballysaggart community

extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Margaret Frewen, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork who died recently. May she Rest in Peace. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations and best wishes to Cathrine and Paul Fennessey on the recent birth of their baby daughter.

Ballysaggart Ladies Club BALLYSAGGART Ladies Club will run a bus to Knock on Saturday, September 22nd and it will leave the village at 6.45 a.m. and then pick-up in Lismore at 7.00 a.m.Then on to Gort where we stop for breakfast at 9.00 a.m. then to Knock for 11.30 a.m.12 mid-day. Free then until 4.15 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. when the bus will leave Knock and back to Gort for an evening meal and then home. Meals consists of beakfast: full Irish or tea, coffee, scones; evening meal: 4 course choice of menu. Bus and meals will cost €50. Everybody welcome to travel men, women, children 13 years and over. Names to Bridie Murphy 087-2809794; Maureen Fennessy 087-9558671; Mary Glavin 087-7421345; George Quinlan 0872169462 on or before Sunday, September 9th.

Ballysaggart Community Festival 2018 saw a very successful Festival in Ballysaggart with fantastic attendance at all of the events and great fun had by all. There was certainly some memories made. None of it would have been possible without all of the people mentioned in this thank you note: To all of our sponsors, your generosity is greatly appreciated To everyone who gave up their time and expertise to help organise and run the various events To Honor and Pat and all the staff in the Ballyvera Inn, nothing we asked for was too much trouble and everyone received a fantastic Ballysaggart welcome To all who supported the raffles and draws To everyone who came along and participated in the various events

THANK YOU ALL Congratulations to everyone who won prizes in the events and raffles, hope to see you all again soon.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart I WONDER has the concept of Church Holidays run their course.The Church expects her members to gather for Eucharist on a working day. So very few actually participate. Maybe we should move these special days to the nearest Sunday or simply observe them like any of the Feast Days during the week where those who freely wish do participate. The 15th of August is The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. We will have Mass in Ballysaggart at 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 15th. Thanks to the parishioners who faithfully accept and return their Parish Maintenance and Renovation Fund envelopes. Thanks to the church collectors and counters supporting the work of the parish Finance Committee whose work is appreciated.The boxes for 2018-2019 are being handed out these days to those who love their parish.The names of those who will present a family member for Christian burial, or a child for Baptism or First Eucharist or Confirmation or couples for Wedding ought to be on these boxes.

It is very unfair to expect a loyal few cover up for those who take, take but do not give. At the rate we are going in a very short time we will not be able to pay the insurance so the buildings will have to remain closed and surely Parish pride would never allow such an event to take place. So anyone who would deem themselves as members of the Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart will make sure to engage in the ministry of supporting the Parish and its links to the Diocese. Of course, all will be welcome even if they do not show that practical loyalty to their fellow parishioners. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 18th. August - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 19th August - 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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MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 11th August, 2018 – Numbers drawn were 5, 7 and 20. No winner. €25 winners - South Ryan, Modeligo; Packie Landers; Niamh Ryan and Ann Power. Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Next week’s Jackpot is €800. LEAVING CERT RESULTS Best of luck to all students in the Parish who will receive their Leaving Cert results this Wednesday, 15th August. FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION Rosary will be recited at the Holy Well in Modeligo on Wednesday night, 15th August at 7.00 p.m. for the Feast of The Assumption. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Happy Birthday to John Power, Redgate who

celebrated a significant birthday with friends and family recently in Deckies. MODELIGO GAA Best of luck to Modeligo GAA Club, Conor Prengergast and management team who take on near neighbours Cappoquin in Fraher Field on Friday night next, 17th August in the Intermediate Hurling Championship. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com. BOOKINGS anyone looking to book the Astro-turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

TALLOW SENIOR CITIZENS OUTING Our Senior Citizens outing is on Saturday, 8th September. We are going to the Arboretum home and garden heaven in Leighlinbridge in Carlow. We will have morning coffee there

Booley House dancers, Molly Robyn, Rachel Lynch and Niamh de Róiste. The Booley House continues every Wednesday night in Ballyduff. Book your tickets at 058-60456 or Lismore Heritage Centre 058-60456.

Great success at the Fleadh CCÉ Ballyduff had wonderful success at the Munster Fleadh which was held in Ennis in July. It is a massive achievement for any traditional performer to excel in these competitions as the standard in Munster is exceptionally high and here in the comhaltas branch in Ballyduff we are very proud of all our representatives who excelled in Ennis. Cian Smith achieved the double this year winning two of the uileann pipe competitions and went on to win gold with his cousin Bríd McMagh in 12-15 duet competition. Thomas Aherne was a medal winner in mandolin and bodhrán and struck gold with Emma Corbett

in the Senior duet competition. It was thrilling to have two winners in the melodeon, Amhlaoibh Ó Síocháin Ó Beoláin and Rachel Lynch. Ríona Ní Chadhain was a medal winner in the 12-15 singing compeition as was Jason Turk in the senior piano accordion competition. In keeping with our strong tradition in the dancing competition, the Villierstown Ladies Céilí 1518 won top honours. Well done to everyone who competed in Ennis and we wish the best of luck to all competitors going forward to the All Ireland Fleadh in Drogheda next week.

BALLYDUFF UPPER SOCIAL DANCING A huge thank you to everyone who supported the Social Dance last Saturday night in any way! A great night was had by all. Thank you also to Mary Prendergast for providing the music. Watch this space for information for next month’s line up! Or join us on the Facebook Group page Ballyduff Social Dancing. BOOLEY HOUSE SEASON Don’t forget to book your place at the Booley House this season in St Michael’s Hall.There’s only two weeks to go! Tickets can be booked through Lismore Heritage Centre from 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. at 058-54975, through 058-60456 and 0868208242 and of course through the website www.thebooleyhouse.com. The Booley House predates Riverdance by two years and is still going strong! See Ballyduff Comhaltas Notes and The Booley House poster for more details. TIDY TOWNS The Tidy Towns Committee are having a

fundraiser on Friday 17th next at Mocollop. A Mass will be celebrated by Ballyduff ’s Fr Jimmy Flynn at the cemetery at 7.00 p.m. followed by a barbecue, cuppa and a chat at the picnic site. All are welcome! WEDDING BELLS Congratulations to Liam Keane and his wife Maxine on their recent nuptials from everyone in Ballyduff! CONDOLENCES The Ballyduff Community express their deepest sympathy to the family of the late Margaret (Peg) Frewen of Mitchelstown. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements, congratulations or condolences and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737 by Sunday night each week.

and spend some time in the gardens. We will then travel on to Kilkenny city where we will have an opportunity to see the sights of the Marble City and do some shopping. We will have dinner in the

Park Hotel in Dungarvan on our return journey. The cost of the trip including coffee and dinner is €50. If you are intending to travel please give your name to Mary Mangan or Angela O’Hara. Hoping to see you all on the day.

KNOCKANORE KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL ON Thursday, August 23rd at the Palace Theatre, Fermoy there will be a tribute night to the late film maker and photographer Frank Morgan who passed away last March twelve months. The night will also be the launch night of ‘The Frank Morgan Film Club’ with the opening film having a Knockanore connection. The film is ‘Promised Land’ which featured Jim Carrig in the lead. Frank Morgan was a well known and respected film maker in the 1970’s and ‘80’s winning many international awards. Frank was one of the most successful producers of short films in Europe and indeed every event on the Continent, Frank

won at least once. The top world events like the Golden Oscar in London and the London International Film Festival he proudly won twice, something which was never achieved previously. Frank had outright wins with his films in many places all over the world like in Canada, Australia, Austria, the Golden Knight of Malta and numerous others in the Scottish, Welsh and Irish festivals. Everyone is welcome and the reception starts at 7.30 p.m. followed by the event at 8.00 p.m. FETE 2018 RESULTS The following are the finalists of the Baby Show:- 0-6 months Róise Ní Mhuirí; 6-12 months Daithi Rohan McInerney,

1991 Fete Queen with fancy dress participants.

Leyton Lewis Spillane, Nell Keane, Hannah and Matilda Murphy; 12-18 months Ameighleigh Forbes, Jack Baldwin; 18-24 months Féidhlim Keane, Seán Corkery, Shane Coughlan and Eli Farrell Congratulation to all the finalists and their parents, and thank you also to Gertie Murphy and co who judged the competition. DEADLINE APPROACHING Just four weeks remain to contribute articles for the 2018 Parish Magazine and to place ads in same. Please contact Pat Geary at westford@eircom.net. Mob 086-8746691 or Pat Casey at patcaseyref@gmail.com. Mob 086-3718159.

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Cappoquin Community Centre Phone (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; email ocappdev@eircom.net HALL BOOKINGS AUTUMN/WINTER 2018 Just a reminder for the many Clubs, Associations and Groups using our facilities for the Autumn & Winter months. With the evenings sadly pulling in, can you please contact the Community Centre on (058) 52746 to let us know as soon as possible what mornings, days, evenings and nights are desired. Last year was our busiest year for Centres use and thanks to you all for your continued support. With our new Gym Extension coming on stream further demand is expected to pass the dark evenings away. CHRISTY MOORE ON THE ROAD TOUR

Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce Christy Moore and his On The Road Tour will play in our Centre on Friday, September 14th, 2018. Tickets are available from the Centre Office (058) 52746 or Feerick’s Pharmacy (058) 54165. GYM Opening Hours - MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per Month, €5 per casual, OAP/Unemployed €3 per session. Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the latest cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness. Resistance equipment - These state of the art machines provide

resistance against a certain movement, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your work out. Up to 37.5 Kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches. We have a large selection of loose weights plates ranging from 1.25kg to 20kg. Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls dumb bells and suspension training. Physical Trainers - Conor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan (087-9713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level. These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and life style, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald (058) 52570 first floor of the Community Centre. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €8,000 Lotto draw 7th August, 2018. Jackpot €7,800. Numbers drawn were 14, 18, 19 and 26. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Catherine O’Brien, Dunmore Road, Waterford; Martin & Tonette Power, Belleville; Natasha Keating, Old Parish; Ina Hayes, Church Street; Joan Manahan, Shanbally. Lotto draw 13th of August, 2018 Jackpot €7,900. Numbers drawn 7, 12, 16 and 30. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Noel O’Donoghue, Shanbally; A. Kearney, Touraneena; Pat O’Connor, Mill Street; Natasha Keating, Old Parish; Helen Fitzgerald, Ballysaggart. Next week’s draw is on the 20th of August 2018, with a jackpot of €8,000. 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 HEALTH CENTRE The next Chiropody Clinic at Cappoquin Health Centre will be held on Tuesday, 28th August. Early booking advised as Chiropodist Karena is extremely popular with our patients and her clinics fill quickly. Please contact Tina or Audrey at reception on Tel: 058-54406 to arrange an appointment. Please note a booking deposit is required to secure your place.

Cappoquin Camogie Club girls give respect, get respect U-10s at the Lismore Blitz.

SOCCER FUN DAY 1ST SEPTEMBER Cappoquin Civic Link is delighted to partner with the united Cappoquin Railway Soccer Club and Waterford Area Partnership, through the support of Siobhán Hubbard, to announce a great Soccer Fun Day at the Dane’s Field on September 1st next. What we know at present is that it is planned that events will run from around 11.00 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. on the day and will include an obstacle course, Gymboree with races, games and other challenges, face painting, balloon making, Beat Radio and much more. There will be a food van, with vouchers for all attendees, and an ice cream van as well.

There should be more details coming through in the next week or two, but put Saturday, September 1st in the diary for a fun day for all at the soccer complex at Dane’s Field. We would also like to wish the newly formed club, combining the Cappoquin and Railway Athletic clubs of old, the very best for the season ahead. PHOTO SEARCH As we wrap everything up for the publication of our women’s history book, the search is still on for some photos of people who are dealt with in the book. If anyone has a photograph of either Mary Kerfoot, long-time owner of the little shop at Lower Main Street, or of Nora Tobin who survived the sinking of the Lusitania

in 1915, Kevin McCarthy in Barrack Street or Cara McGrath at Lower Main Street would be delighted to get them, and we will get them straight back to you once they are scanned and copied. THIS WEEK’S PICTURE One of the fascinating stories we will be publishing on November 10th next concerns that of Camilla Russell, later Dawson, the young lady from Russell’s shop in Lower Main Street who was shot in the leg by a stray bullet during a War of Independence attack in Cappoquin. This week’s photo shows the remnants of the bullet that was extracted from her leg, set against a coin for comparison purposes. Small as it was, it left Camilla with a serious wound for the rest of her life, though she lived a long and happy life afterwards, mostly at Dromana House where her husband was head gardener for many years. This photograph, and the story of Camilla’s life which will be included in the book, come from her grandson Leslie Williams who is also the wine columnist with the Irish Examiner.

Bullet from Camilla Dawson Russell.

BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY BALLINAMEELA COMMUNITY CENTRE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER Our annual fundraiser for the Community Centre will take place on Saturday, October 13th in The Park Hotel. As always a great night’s entertainment is guaranteed. More details about this event in the coming weeks. BALLINAMEELA 5KM RACE AND COMMUNITY WALK The Ballinameela 5km Race and Fun Run in conjunction with West Waterford Athletics Club will take place again this year on Friday, August 31st. Like last year, this event is both a run and a walk for the locals. Refreshments will be provided afterwards. FINISK VALLEY 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 Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00pm. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session. LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies Indoor Soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 8362695 if interested. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this num-

ber: 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 BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 0878289147. 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, contact Alison Curran also. Brigid Byrne is responsible for the month of August for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on 087-9194287. LOTTO RESULTS 13/8/18 – Numbers drawn were 12, 21 and 22. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Decky Carlton c/o Cruiscín; Austin Curran, Cappagh; Pat Daly, Cappagh; Robert O’Keeffe, Aglish and Watt Downing c/o Kereen. Next week’s Jackpot is €3,650 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lan. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 087-9194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

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TOURANEENA KNOCKBOY GRAVEYARD HERITAGE DAY As part of National Heritage Week, this Sunday, 19th August will see a Heritage Day being held at Knockboy Graveyard.The event will commence at 12 noon and continue until 3.00 p.m. Activities during the day will include entertainment by local musicians, dancers and a seanachaí. There will also be an opportunity to hear about progress on the conservation work being undertaken in Knockboy. Sometimes because Knockboy is on our doorstep we can forget or even take for granted the historical significance of this church and graveyard. It is amazing to have in our Parish, a medieval church that was built in the 14th century and the presence of the 6 Ogham stones that were used in its construction, mainly as lintels over the door and windows, makes Knockboy a very special site indeed. The site at Knockboy in the Parish of Seskinane was dedicated to the Blessed Virgin. In the past a pattern was held here which was known locally as La Féilé Mhuire Chnoc Bhuí and it was celebrated on the 8th September, the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin. Over time the tradition of holding the Pattern has faded away but since 1978 there is an annual Graveyard Mass held at Knockboy on the 8th of September, or as close as possible to the 8th. The event at Knockboy on Sunday during National Heritage Week, reflects the good work that is being carried out in our community to preserve and promote our cultural heritage. Admission to the heritage day in Knockboy is free. There is partial wheelchair access and there will also be car parking available. You can learn more about the conservation project on Facebook by typing in Knockboy/Seskinan conservation project. In the meantime, put next Sunday as a date for the diary for all the family, to have a fun and informative afternoon in Knockboy. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last week's draw in Dunne's

Bar saw no winner of the Jackpot. The numbers drawn were 10, 22 and 23. The 5 x €20 winners were Marion Cliffe, Carmel O'Neill, Helen Barron, Mary Duffy and Jackie O'Connell. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Marion Cliffe. Next week’s draw will be held in Hanrahan's Bar for a lotto jackpot of €700. TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB Fabulous new club gear is now available and there will be samples of the half zip tops available during the week. The tops cost €35 each and are great value considering the quality and style. If you would like to purchase some club gear or you would like more information, please contact the club on their WhatsApp group. FLEADH CHEOIL We wish the best of luck to all the boys and girls representing Waterford in the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil being held this week in Drogheda and especially to the Sliabh gCua 4 hand mixed ceili dancers who will compete in the U-15 - U-18 category. Representing Sliabh gCua on Saturday are Roisin Whelan, Meadhbh Houlihan, Conor Butler and Joseph Connors. GRAVEYARD MASS Don't forget that St. Mary's Church,Touraneena, will hold its annual Graveyard Mass this Wednesday night, 15th August at 7.30 p.m. GAA CHAMPIONSHIP 2018 Congratulations to the Waterford senior ladies football team and manager Pat Sullivan on their win against Tipperary in a thrilling relegation battle last weekend in Callan, to retain their TG4 All Ireland senior status for 2019.Waterford had a tough season with injuries to key players throughout the championship but they were taking no prisoners last Saturday and produced their first win of the championship to finish on a score line of Waterford 3-13, Tipperary 1-13. Scorers for Waterford were M. Delahunty 1-7 (4fs, 1-0 pen), M. Ryan 2-0, A.Wall 0-3, M.Wall, K. Murray, A. Murray 0-1 each.

Enjoying the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2018 in Ardmore's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

Last Wednesday evening’s group in Dungarvan Square.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns CIGARETTE BUTTS Can you believe cigarette butts make up for more than HALF the litter on our streets! It’s shocking and unnecessary. Pedestrians are the main cause of this pollution as they walk along and throw their butt on the ground. This is happening in our Square, on the Plaza, outside every single shop and business! As we walk along, we are all faced with the blight of cigarette butts which is really ugly. There’s a solution ....Dungarvan Tidy Towns are asking smokers that they be more aware of the littering they cause. We’re saying please become aware of what you’re going to do with that cigarette when it’s finished and asking you to use a cigarette bin or put out your cigarette and carry it to the next bin or there are nifty little cigarette butt wallets available which contain the butts and the smell so this could be an option. Please please stop throwing your butts away! Maybe you might like to join

us to see exactly what we are taking about or when you are out you look down and take note of what around you ! We’re inviting everybody to come join us for our weekly Litter Pick Up. This Wednesday August 15th the meeting point is Grattan Square (outside the BOI) from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. All are welcome, children must be accompanied by adults. We look forward to seeing you there. Remember ‘many hands make light work’.

Enjoying the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2018 in Ardmore's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

Some of last Wednesday evening’s group in Dungarvan Square.

Enjoying the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2018 in Ardmore's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

RNLI personnel in Mooney’s, An Rinn for the retirement of Ian Walsh in 2016.

[©Liam Morrissey]

RNLI Fish Supper set for Mooney’s Pub ALL are very welcome to join us on Friday, August 24th from 6.00 p.m. for our annual Fish Supper in Mooney’s renowned pub, An Rinn with music by Monkfish. We can promise you a great night’s entertainment” said Kevin Ó

Morchoe, Hon Chairman, RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch. The RNLI Fish Supper is an annual fundraising event to support our lifeboat crews who often have to leave loved

ones at the dinner table to save lives at sea. Main course and dessert: adults €15, paistí €7.50. Tickets available in SPAR An Rinn and in Mooney’s Pub. Info: 087-1740141; rnlihelvick@gmail.com

NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA CUISLE HÚLAÍ Beidh oíche ceoil, amhráin, scéalta agus rince ar siúl in Ionad Pobail na Rinne, Déardaoin 23 Lúnasa ag 8.30i.n. Costas €5 ar an doras. Beidh tae, caifé agus brioscaí ar fáil. A night or music, song, stories and dance will be held in Ionad Pobail na Rinne, Thursday 23 August at 8.30pm. Admission is €5. Fáilte roimh chách. IARSCOIL NA RINNE Beidh clárú ann d’Iarscoil na Rinne, ar an Déardaoin, 16ú Lúnasa sa Halla ar 7.30 trathnóna. Ní mór páistí a chlárú ar an oíche nó trí glaoch/téacs ar 087 6346022 roimh an 23ú Lúnasa. Caithfear do pháiste a chlárú fiú má fhreastal sé/sí ar an Iarscoil roimhe seo. Registration for Iarscoil na Rinne will take place in the Halla on Thursday, 16th August at 7.30 p.m. Children who are not registered will not be allowed to attend the service. Even if your child was registered last year, she/he must be reregistered this year. Alternatively call/text 087 6346022 before August 23rd CLUB BRICFEASTA NA RINNE Is féidir do pháiste a chlárú do Chlub Bricfeasta na Rinne trí glaoch/téacs ar 087 6522044 roimh an 23ú Lúnasa. Caithfear do pháiste a chlárú fiú má fhreastal sí/sé ar an seirbhís roimhe seo.

To register your child for Club Bricfeasta na Rinne, call/text 087 6522044 before August 23rd. Children must register even if they attended the service last year. SEIRBHÍS BUS I nGAELTACHT NA NDÉISE Tá seirbhís bus idir Aird Mhór agus Dún Garbhán ar fáil anois. Tá stadanna in An Sean Phobal, Heilbhic, Baile na nGall, ag Oifig an Phoist agus i Maoil ‘a Choirne. Seirbhís ceithre uair sa ló, Luan go Satharn atá ann. Tuilleadh eolas ar www.locallinkwaterford.ie AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil.

Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087 7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán.Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 am to 12 noon on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SCÉIM TÚS An bhfaigheann tú an Liúntas Cuardaitheora Poist? An bhfuil tú dífhostaithe agus ag iarraidh obair a dhéanamh ar tograí pobail? Bíonn deiseanna ar fáil faoin scéim TÚS do dhaoine dífhostaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal. Más rud é go bhfuil tú faoi 25 bliain d’aois, tá buntáiste mór ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le cigire TÚS Cian O hAileasa ag 087 3770256 nó Bainisteoir Comhlacht Forbartha na nDéise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ag 058 46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com

Are you on job seekers allowance? Are you Unemployed and interested in working in Local Community Projects? Tús provides work opportunities for all unemployed people in the An Rinn/An Sean Phobal area. If you are less than 25 years of age there will be a major financial incentive for participating. Contact the Tús supervisor Cian O hAileasa at 087 3770256 or the manager of Comhlacht Forbartha na nDeise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin 058 46664. CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 0851422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus

siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ar fáil i gcomhair coinne in Ionad Pobail na Rinne, Dé Máirt agus Déardaoin ach é a chur in áirithe roimh ré. Déan teagmháil le Strandside Medical i gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, 058 41227. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available on appointment in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday. Contact Strandside Medical for further information, 058 41227. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

KILMACTHOMAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY TALK During Heritage Week the Kilmacthomas Historical Society will be hosting a talk on the ‘Kilmacthomas Curraghmore Connection’ by the renowned historian Julian Walton. The talk will take place on Tuesday, 21st August, 2018 at the Coach House Café in Kilmacthomas at 8.00 p.m. This will be followed by tea/coffee and biscuits. All are welcome. GALLOWS HILL PROJECT WINS COUNTY FINAL AWARD FOR HERITAGE

Our Gallows Hill Project has won the county final of the National Lottery Community Awards for heritage. We are absolutely delighted to win this award and we will now represent Waterford at the regional final against Cork, Tipperary, Carlow and Wexford.

GEORGIAN COUNTRY HOUSE INTERIORS Su unday, 9th September, 2018 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. at Dromana House Programme: Dr. Peter Murray: ‘The influence of Italy on taste in Irish country houses in the eighteenth century’. Julian Walton: ‘The libraries of the Big Houses in County Waterford’. Dr. Patricia McCarthy: ‘A fit setting for Persons of Noble Birth and Rank - Dromana’s sumptuous apartments’. Dr. Conor Lucey: ‘The stuccoed interior in Georgian Ireland’. Booking essential - info@dromanahouse.com; Tel: 0868186305. €70 pp or 2 for €125: Morning coffee, lunch, and afternoon tea included. www.dromanahouse.com ANNUAL MUSEUM FUNDRAISING BOOK SALE We are now accepting book donations in the museum for our annual fundraising book sale. The book sale will be held sometime during October 2018.

YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the museum. The museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit.

Daonscoil na Mumhan Summer School in An Rinn next week

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. CONTACT DETAILS Tel: (058) 45960 Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Website: www.waterfordmuseum.ie Facebook: waterford county museum Twitter: @waterfordmuseum TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS See what people think of our museum on TripAdvisor at https://bit.ly/2ODTk9b

OBJECT OF THE WEEK

Miniature Portrait of John Odell (1801-1847) of Carriglea House, Dungarvan c. 1830s (artist unknown) JOHN’S parents were John Odell and Catherine Young, daughter of the Bishop of Clonfert. John was educated at Cambridge and Oxford. In September 1827 he married Caroline Ambrosia King, daughter of Lieutenant Colonel Sir Henry King. John decided to build a new house more suitable to the status of the family and picked an elevated site not far from the old family home of Mount Odell. It is believed to have been designed by Daniel Robertson who also did a set of drawings to transform Curraghmore into a great gothic castle. In 1826 John was granted confirmation of a new coat of arms which included the arms of Radcliffe and Osborne along with the three crescents of the Odells. John died of fever on the 26th of May, 1847 and his death was widely reported in the newspapers: 'He caught the fever attending relief committees in Dungarvan poorhouse as Guardian'. The Carriglea estate was left to his brother Edward in trust for his son.

Just think of it!

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 15th AUGUST, 2018 Surname Carey Knight

First Name Patrick John

Age 18

Service No. Rank T4/086558 Driver 393611 Pr./8299

Service Army Army

Unit R.A.S.C.20 Res. Park Co.of London Reg.9Bn

Enjoying the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2018 in Ardmore's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

‘SEANCHAS SHLIABH gCUA’ MAR THÉAMA AR DHAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN 2018 Beidh an scoil samhraidh bhliantúil, Daonscoil na Mumhan ar siúl i gColáiste na Rinne sa Rinn an tseachtain seo chugainn - ón 19-24 Lúnasa – agus “Seanchas Shliabh gCua” mar théama aici. Baileoidh múinteoirí, foghlaimeoirí Gaeilge agus go leor daoine eile isteach i nGaeltacht na nDéise chun taitneamh a bhaint as seachtain lán d’imeachtaí cultúrtha, idir chainteanna, ranganna, cheardlanna amhránaíochta, filíochta agus rince, Ranganna Breatnaise, seoladh leabhair, siúlóidí agus coirmcheoil. I measc aoichainteoirí na Daonscoile i mbliana tá Áine Ní Fhiannúsa, An tOllamh Pádraig Ó Macháin, An Dr. Pádraig Ó Cearbhaill agus an tOllamh Annraoi de Paor. Chomh maith leis sin beidh cur i láthair speisialta ó Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail; seoladh an irisleabhair ‘An Linn Bhuí’; ceardlanna amhránaíochta le Anne Mulqueen; Ranganna Gaeilge, Ranganna Breatnaise, Tráth na gCeist agus Siúlóid Treoraithe thart thimpeall Dún Garbhán. Beidh Coirmcheoil Cuisle na Daonscoile ar siúl oíche Déardaoin, 23 Lúnasa in Halla Pobail na Rinne ar a 8.30i.n., le go leor aoianna speisialta. Beidh fáilte roimh chách. Tá a thuilleadh eolais ar an Daonscoil agus clár na Daonscoile le fáil ag www.daonscoilnamumhan.com. A reminder that Waterford’s annual Irish language summer school, Daonscoil na Mumhan, takes place in Ring College, An Rinn next week, from the 19-24th August on the theme of “Lore and tradition of Sliabh gCua”.Teachers, Irish language learners and others will come to the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht to enjoy a week-long programme of cultural events, which will include talks, Irish and Welsh language classes, singing, dancing and poetry workshops, a book launch, guided walk and concert. This year’s guest speakers include Áine Ní Fhiannúsa, Professor Pádraig Ó Macháin, UCC; Dr. Pádraig Ó Cearbhaill and Professor Annraoi de Paor. In addition, local drama group Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail will give a special performance; locally-produced periodical, An Linn Bhuí, will be launched; there will be singing workshops with Ann Mulqueen; Irish and Welsh language classes, a Table Quiz and Singers’ Club and a Guided Walk through Dungarvan with local historian John Young. The summer school’s annual concert (Cuisle - Coirmcheoil na Daonscoile) will take place on Thursday night, 23rd August at 8.30 p.m. in Halla Pobail na Rinne, featuring a host of musicians, singers and dancers. This concert is open to the public and all are welcome to come along for what promises to be a wonderful night’s entertainment. Beidh fáilte roimh chách. Further information on the Daonscoil (including this year’s programme) can be found at www.daonscoilnamumhan.com

Where Born Kilmanahan Tallow

Death Category Wounds Killed in action

Date of Death 8/11/18 8/13/18

Enjoying the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2018 in Ardmore's GAA [Sean Byrne] Grounds.

THEVirgin Mary was free from all stain of sin from the moment of her creation. She was not aware of that: it was only with the passage of time that God’s Church, enlightened by the Holy Spirit, came to understand more deeply how special she was in God’s plans. As she lived as a young woman in Nazareth, life would have been uneventful until there came one day that changed Mary’s life. It is called the day of the Annunciation, and we find the account of it in the first chapter of St. Luke’s gospel. We’re told that the angel Gabriel came in and spoke to Mary. Whether this heavenly messenger was a visible presence, or whether this is St. Luke’s way of describing an experience of prayerful messaging by God: that is a problem which more learned people can discuss, I hold my peace in respectful silence! One thing is certain: Mary senses that God is calling on her to do something special, to give birth to a son who will be named Jesus and who will be great and will be called Son of God. That is what God wants: will Mary accept the Divine plan? Mary’s answer is, “Let what you have said be done to me.” That answer, that “Yes,” changed her life. It meant that a time would come when she would be standing on a small hill near Jerusalem watching that same son bleed to death on a cross. It meant that three days later she would be told that her son’s grave had been found empty and that her son, very much alive, had come and spoken to some of his followers. In the life-history of any person there can come a day which changes completely the course of that history. The example of Mary’s trust in God gives a message that to accept God’s will is the first step towards accepting such a change. It is not a case of reaching the end of the road of life, but rather of recognising that the road has taken a new direction. Many centuries later an American poet, Robert Frost, wrote some lines which seem to fit the situation: “Two roads diverged in a wood, and – I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference.” Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Coffee Morning in Kilmacthomas Friday, 17th August in aid of comfort needs and activities for the residents of Dungarvan Community Hospital A KILMACTHOMAS woman who will lace up her runners once again to take part in this year’s Cork Women’s Mini Marathon will also hold a Coffee Morning in Kilmacthomas on Friday, 17th August, 2018 in aid of Comfort Needs and Activities for the residents of Dungarvan Community Hospital. Anna Scurry, a Health Care Assistant at Dungarvan Community Hospital said the Coffee Morning which will be held in the Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas from 9.30 a.m. – 12. 30 p.m. in the main part of her fundraising effort. She recently held a collection day at Garvey’s SuperValu. Anna said all donations will be gratefully accepted and all are very welcome to attend the Coffee Morning at the Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas to support this worthy cause and to relax, have a chat and enjoy a cuppa. Meanwhile, her participation in the 2018 Cork Woman’s Mini-Marathon on 16th September will be the 13th time she has taken part in the Annual Marathon. Anna has also taken part in five Waterford Fun Runs and all for a good cause. Over the past twelve years, she has raised in excess of €14,000 for various charities including the Irish Cancer Society, District Hospital, Dungarvan, Youghal Community Hospital, SERT and Palliative Care, St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital.

Attending the Glanbia Meeting Seminar in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were from left John Murphy, Glanbia; Paul Casey, Laura Forbes, Bryan Hart and Brendan Hayes, Glanbia. [Sean Byrne]

KILMACTHOMAS HERITAGE WEEK Heritage week continues at the Coach House, Kilmacthomas on Tuesday, 21st August at 8.00 p.m. The Kilmacthomas Historical Society are hosting an interesting Talk on the “Kilmacthomas Curraghmore Connection” by the renowned historian Julian Walton. This will be followed by tea/coffee and biscuits. All welcome. COFFEE MORNING You are invited to a Coffee Morning in the Rainbow Community Hall, Kilmac on Friday, 17th August from 9.30

a.m. to 12.30 p.m. All proceeds to Comfort Needs and Activities for the residents of Dungarvan Community Hospital. Bring a friend, enjoy a coffee/tea and help a very worthy cause. All are welcome. 70th BIRTHDAY Many congratulations to Michael (Mickey) Doocey, Hillview, Kilmacthomas on celebrating his 70th birthday last Friday night with a party for family and friends in Danny's Bar. A great night was had by all. We wish you many more years of good health and happiness Mickey.

COLLECTION St. Vincent de Paul Summer collection will take place at all weekend Masses on the 18th/19th August. Please support generously. LOTTO Winners in the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw for Saturday 11th August. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Breda O'Rourke, Shanakill; Martin O'Brien, c/o PPI; Nickey Butler, Cruaghaun View; Damien Carey, Craughaun View and Eva and Dara Power, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €1,050 be in to win.

Attending the Glanbia Meeting in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were Michael O'Donnell, Jim Barrett and Shane McElroy, Glanbia Vet. [Sean Byrne]

KILROSSANTY WHIST Results from the hall on 3rd August – Mary Anne Coffey, Kay Mullaney, Biddy Keating, Kay Veale, Mary O’Donnell, Rosie Keane, Monica Gough, Maureen Sullivan. Agnes Thomas, Kathleen Whyte. Raffle – Brigid Power, Monica Gough, Eric Townsend, Margaret Riordan. Next Whist on Friday 17th at 8.00 p.m. New members and holiday makers welcome. MASS Open air Mass in the old graveyard Kilrossanty on August 29th at 8.00 p.m. weather permitting. SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Angela Barry, Kilrossanty on the death of her sister Tracey

O’Rielly, Cavan recently. May she rest in peace. WALK The Annual Noreen Prendergast Memorial Walk took place last Thursday night from the Greenway Clonea to Durrow. A large crowd took part in it. The cheque will be presented next Monday night in Crotty’s Inn at 9.00 p.m. MARRIAGE Congratulations to Patrick Curran, Ballinavouga and Sinead Power, Carrigbarrahane who were married last Friday in Stradbally Church followed by reception in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Best wishes for the future together. BINGO The next Bingo will be on 31st August in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. sharp.

Attending the Glanbia Meeting in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were Maurice O'Connell, Declan Fitzpatrick, Glanbia [Sean Byrne] and Phil Meaney.

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D o g wa l k e r s t o r a i s e c r o c k o f g o l d fo r C a n c e r S u p p o r t S e r v i c e

By Christy Parker A RAINBOW cast an appropriately colourful glow as dog owners gathered near Claycastle to launch the 2018 Bark for Arc fundraiser for Cork ARC Cancer Support House in Youghal. Launched in 2017, this year’s venture is expected to see up to 500 dogs from both sides of the bridge walk two kilometres from Green Park, to Claycastle boardwalk and back, in what will again be a colourful procession. The inaugural event raised over €8,000 through registration fees and sponsorship cards and organ-

isers are confident of surpassing that sum this year. The 2018 walk will include a water station at Claycastle (for the dogs!) and in a further innovation each dog will be provided with a free handknitted bandana. The event was officially launched by local heroine and blind world marathon challenge athlete Sinéad Kane – renowned for being the first blind athlete to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents, albeit without a dog! “Everyone knows someone who has been affected by cancer and I’m very proud to be associated with the walk”, says Sinéad. The athlete is pictured in purple top and dark glasses alongside

Friends of Cork ARC Support volunteer Tina O’Driscoll, who devised the walk concept and is also in purple. Participants will automatically enter a draw whereby prizes include B&B with dinner and afternoon teas at Fota Island hotel, as well as Maxi Zoo doggy hamper. Treats for dogs and children are also being provided by Maxi Zoo, Sweet sensations of Glanmire, Tesco and SuperValu. Bark for ARC 2018 leaves on Sunday, September 9th, at 2.00 p.m. Sponsorship cards are available in Youghal from Scott’s and Maria O’Connor Grooming (both North Main Street),

Coleman’s butchers and Just for Paws (both front strand) and from For Mutts Sake (grooming salon, Millennium Court). Online: www.barkforarc.blogspot.co; tele: Tina on 087- 912 7012 Registration (on the day) €10. Cork ARC Cancer Support House in Friar Street runs Wednesdays 10.00 a.m. – 4 p.m. Serving those affected by cancer directly or indirectly across east Cork and west Waterford the specially trained support staff provide a range of initiatives, including counselling, touch therapy, benefits advice, dietary assistance and guidance on living with and after treatment. Drop-in is also available without appointment.Tele: (024) 91654.

b(ARC)ing Mad for Youghal Cancer Support House A HUGE crowd turned up on Wednesday last in Youghal for the launch of the 2nd annual Bark for ARC Fundraising Walk. Excited dogs of all sizes and breeds danced excitedly on their leads as Sinead Kane arrived and performed the official launch in her own expert and professional manner. Registrations were taken and sponsorship cards handed out to the many supporters, whose dogs all received a free Bandana. All those who registered received free entry into a raffle with superb prizes which include Bed & Breakfast in Fota Hotel; Afternoon teas; Doggy Hamper from Maxi Zoo, Midleton. The slight break in the beautiful sunny weather did not deter the families who arrived with their children, and excitement was high as they met and made friends with the other dogs who loved all the fuss and fun. Cullen, the now famous Irish Wolfhound who is the lead dog for the walk in September, preened and pranced showing off how beautifully groomed she was by Deirdre from Just for Paws Grooming Salon, and proudly wearing a colourful Bandana made specially by one of the

many brilliant Youghal volunteers who include Tessie Anderson Just for Paws Grooming Salon; John and Sharon Coleman (Coleman's Shoes); Evet Victor; Ita Beecher; Geraldine Doherty and Jennifer Kirwan. Gathering at the Front Strand

promenade, friendships were renewed and new supporters were made very welcome. It was a social gathering of people with one thing in common - their wish to help and support in any way they can the local volunteer run Youghal ARC Cancer

Support House , Friar Street, which is doing so much for those affected by cancer, and their families. The organisers extend their enormous thanks to everyone for their encouragement and support. There are few families who are not affected by cancer in one

way or another, and the free support services at Cork ARC Cancer Support House in Youghal which cover the entire areas of East Cork and West Waterford include drop in support, telephone support, counselling, therapeutic massage and

reflexology. So please, join in the wonderful Bark for ARC fundraising walk on September 9th and, as the organisers confirmed, you don’t HAVE to bring a dog with you. Just come along yourself, and be part of a great occasion for a great cause.

Volunteers and organisers of ARC Cancer Support House pictured with some of the enthusiastic canine participants for the Bark for Arc Fundraising Walk on September 9th next at 2.00 p.m. from Greenpark across from The Walter Raliegh Hotel.

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WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note items to be included in the West Waterford Notes column must be submitted at the latest 10.00 p.m. on the Monday night before publication. Items for the notes are always welcome and can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 0872076704 or calling 024-92249 thank you STRANGE GLUE Live this weekend at the Decies Bar Clashmore we have our own Shane Maher with the band “Strange Glue” playing on Saturday night, August 18th from 9.00 p.m., followed by Jazzy James. If you have not heard this group play Live before you are in for a real treat – a great band be sure to drop in on Saturday night. The following week on Sunday night, August 26th we welcome back the very popular band “The Relics” to the Decies Bar, Clashmore where they play live from 8.00 p.m. and all are welcome FAMILY FUN DAY Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Ladies GAA Club is holding a fundraising Family Fun Day on Sunday, 26th August from 11.00 a.m. in the GAA club. It is guaranteed to be a great day with lots of activ-

ities planned for both young and old and all the money raised is going to help with the running of the Ladies Club. There will be an entry fee of €3 per person or €5 per family. HAPPY 30th BIRTHDAY AMY A very happy 30th Birthday to Amy Foley, Kinsalebeg, who recently celebrated her birthday with family and friends in Salmon’s, The Old Still, Clashmore. Congratulations and best wishes to you Amy. SUMMER BINGO Summer Bingo this and every Sunday night takes place in Kinsalebeg Hall and its eyes down at 8.00 p.m. Transport is available to and from the bingo from Youghal town via bus leaving Youghal for Kinsalebeg from all the usual pick-up points. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night, August 13th, our joint winners were Roger Hynes and Eugene O’Halloran, Jock O’Connell and Derry Cotter. In Joint 3rd place we had Carmel Buckley and Mary O’Donovan, Margaret Leahy and Una Kenneally. Best of the last five were Terri McGrath and Mary Foley. Our lucky last game winners were Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Pat O’Halloran and Liam Curran. Well done to

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION Mass times for today Wednesday, August 15th – The Feast of the Assumption in the Parish are as follows: Morning Mass in Aglish at 11.15 a.m.

Clashmore and Piltown Parish GRAVEYARD MASS The annual Graveyard Mass in Piltown will be celebrated on this Thursday evening, August 16th at 7.30 p.m. Everyone is welcome, including all from outside of the Parish who many have relatives and friends at rest here. FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION Mass times in the feast of the Assumption, today Wednesday, August 15th:Clashmore Morning Mass 9.00 a.m. Weekend Mass Times Piltown – Saturday Vigil Mass – 6.00 p.m. Clashmore – Sunday Morning – 9.00 a.m. Weekday Mass: Clashmore on Thursday morning

all our winners and thanks to everyone for your great support. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club weekly Lotto draw took place last Monday night, August 13th and the following were the numbers out of the drum this week - 17, 21, 24 and 28. We had no Jackpot winner. Next week our Jackpot will be €1,100 when our draw takes place at the Rising Sun, Clashmore. Congratulations to Bernie Fitzgerald on winning our jackpot last week, Bernie’s winning numbers were 3, 6, 7 and 9. Our lucky €20 spot prizes winners this week were: Sean Bourke, Dan Fenton, Mary O’Sullivan, Padraig Brogan, Donal O’Connor. Thanks to everyone for supporting our draw. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night last, August 12th. Our letters drawn were Y, A, U and D. We had no winner of our Jackpot which now stands at €1,000. The following were our lucky weekly prize winners of €20 each: Mark Foley, Darragh Curran and Tom Kelly. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. LIVE AT DEISE BRÚ! Stella & Dot Ladies Night Out – Come and join us this Friday 17th night at “Deise Bru” Aglish for some glam, fun shopping or a nice glass of wine for our “Stella & Dot” Ladies Night Out. All are welcome. Open Mike – On Saturday 18th we will have our Open Mike night once again and we promise there is a great session in store from 9.00 p.m. “Living in the land of Love” – Their new album “Living in the Land of Love” will available here at Deise Bru on Sunday 19th when we feature the very popular “HANK WEDEL” starting at 7.00 p.m. A night of great music not to be missed. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Birthday Greetings to

Oisin O’Connell from Clashmore who competed in the RADI class at the RDS last Saturday on Vickey pictured with volunteer helpers Jane Foley and Shane White from Finnisk Riding Centre.

Edmond Hynes, Ballyheeney on the occasion of his 21st birthday which he celebrated during the week. Best wishes from all your family and friends Edmond. JOHNNY McEVOY IN CONCERT St. Declan’s Church Ardmore will host the legendary Johnny McEvoy in Concert on October 26th, which will be a performance not to be missed. Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent shows and his current nation-wide concert tour is getting a huge response from his legion of fans. This nostalgia evening of 'Song and Story' features all of Johnny's many 'Hit Songs', including Muirsin Durkan, Boston Burglar, Those Brown Eyes, Long Long Before Your Time, plus some songs from his new album. His songs are haunting, evocative and beautifully presented with many in the folk and ballad style. A number of tickets are still available and can be purchased at Mari Mina Pharmacy Ardmore or from John on 086-2330810. Tickets are €30 and this is a fundraiser for St. Declan's Conference of SVP covering the areas of Ardmore, Grange and Kinsalebeg.

11 year old plus group at the Ardmore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held in Ardmore GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.

KINSALEBEG MACRA Congratulations – All at Kinsalebeg Macra would like to extend congratulations and best wishes to James Power of Kilmacthomas Macra and his bride Denise Vaughan on the occasion of their recent marriage. Best wishes to you both. Canadian Visitor – During the week, Kinsalebeg Macra welcomed Canadian Alan Straathof who is presently on an agricultural exchange programme in Ireland. Alan is one of a number of people visiting Ireland on this exchange programme and during his stay Alan is being accommodated by host families in different areas right throughout the country. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Belated birthday greetings to Joe Salmon of the Old Still Bar, Clashmore who recently celebrated his 50th birthday there with family and friends. A very happy birthday to you Joe. DEATH OF MICHAEL (MICK) MULCAHY Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mulcahy family this week as they lay to rest their beloved Mick. In his 90th year a native of Coolbagh, Clashmore

Mick died on Tuesday last, August 7th, 2018, in Jamaica Plain, Boston USA where he has resided. Predeceased by his wife Pat (nee Hennessy) some years ago Mick will be so dearly missed all his family, especially his children, Bridget, John, Helena, Elizabeth, Mary, Maurice, Sheila, Joseph; his sisters, Maryellen, Eileen and Anne; by his brother Eddie (Sneem) and his 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; his extended family relatives and friends to whom we extend our deepest sympathy.

Michael (Mick) Mulcahy

[Sean Byrne]

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Finnisk riders compete in the RDS WHAT an amazing week it has been for two of our young RDAI riders here at Finnisk Riding Centre. Beginning on Tuesday morning when they travelled to the RDS to meet for breakfast with the Irish showjumpers and members of the Riding for the Disabled Association Ireland.This was an event to raise awareness of the vital work done by the all the volunteers in the RDAI, right throughout the country. On Saturday last this duo – Laoise Ni Cheallaigh [An Rinn] and Oisin O’Connell [Clashmore] were back in the RDS once again with their wonderful team of volunteers from Finnisk Riding Centre Therese, Eithne, Philippa, Shane, Meave-Ann, Jane and Natalie, to compete in the RDAI Class. Riders from various centres throughout Ireland competed in the class and each of them was presented with a beautiful rosette. On behalf of all the riders and their families a big thank you to all the volunteers at Finnisk who do trojan work week in week out for all our RDAI riders. Well done Laoise and Oisin we are all so very proud of you both.

Finnisk riding centre volunteers Therese with Oisin and Laoise.

Louise and Oisin from Finnisk Riding Centre at the breakfast reception with the Irish showjumpers at the RDS last Tuesday.

Oisin and Jane competing in the RDAI class at the RDS last Saturday.

Laoise who competed in the RDAI class at the RDS pictured with Therese White of Finnisk Riding Centre.

Clashmore man was New Zealand Pioneer A CLASHMORE man, Garrett Russell, was an early settler in New Zealand's southern province of Otago. Details of his life have been uncovered by retired History professor and west Waterford resident, Ged Martin. "What's interesting about Garrett Russell is that he wasn't famous or rich," says Ged Martin." "He was a labourer who probably emigrated just to survive. People like Garrett usually don't get into the history books." Garrett Russell was 75 when he died in 1901, at Fairfax (now called Tokoiti), near the South Island town of Milton. He'd lived in New Zealand for about 35 years. "He may have emigrated first to Australia," Ged Martin suggests. Many Irish people crossed to New Zealand when gold was discovered there in the 1860s. "We don't know when he left Ireland." Garrett Russell was born about 1826, around the time Clashmore's Catholic parish church was built. He would have been a young man at the time of the Famine, which may have forced him to emigrate. "Possibly he took part in the angry demonstration at Clashmore in

September 1846, when 3,000 hungry people demanded food," Ged Martin suggests. The National Inventory of Architectural Heritage identifies a dozen buildings in Clashmore and Coolboa dating from before 1840. "Garrett Russell would recognise the village today," Prof Martin thinks. But he wouldn't look kindly on Clashmore's famous ruined distillery. "He was a lifelong teetotaller, probably a convert of the crusade against alcohol led by Father Theodore Mathew, the Cork temperance campaigner, who died in 1856." Garrett Russell was living at Milton by 1873, when he married his wife Johanna there. The town is 30 miles south of Otago's main city, Dunedin. It's likely that Garrett worked in one of the mills that gave the town its name. In 1898, New Zealand led the world by introducing old age pensions. Pensions were originally means tested, and applicants had to be of good character. In January 1899, Garrett Russell – then well into his 70s – became one of the first beneficiaries. Although he'd settled in an area dominated by Presbyterian Scots, he

remained loyal to the Church of his birth. Increasingly infirm, he continued to attend Mass, "hobbling along painfully and with great difficulty and many a pause for needed rest." Garrett Russell was proud that his uncle had been Dean of the diocese of Cloyne. The Very Rev. John Russell was also parish priest in the village of Cloyne. He'd begun his ministry as Curate at Youghal, where he remained a popular figure. In 1857, many clergy in the Cloyne diocese backed Dean Russell to become their bishop, but his appointment was blocked by the powerful Cardinal Cullen. Dean Russell died in 1867. Garrett Russell's obituary praised him his scrupulous honesty. He always paid his bills on time. "He considered it a reproach if a tradesman's account were ever sent to him." "In fact, when he died, his estate owed £29, quite a lot of money in those days," says Ged Martin, "but this may have been mainly funeral costs." His debts were set against furniture and savings valued at £68. Garrett wasn't wealthy.

There was also a cottage on three acres of land, which the couple had bought in 1896, maybe hoping to support themselves by growing vegetables. "It was worth £185," Ged Martin reports, noting that property prices have risen somewhat since 1901! As the Russells had no children, Garrett's estate should have passed to Johanna. But he left a strange Will, bequeathing just one third of his property to his wife. "The rest went to his widowed sister, Margaret Sisk, who lived in distant Dungarvan," Prof. Martin explains. The 1901 Irish census shows Margaret keeping a small shop at Clonea Strand. "Maybe she'd put up the fare for Garrett to emigrate, and this was his way of repaying her." But he obviously hadn't worked out how his widow could survive. Johanna contested the Will. Official documents suggest that the case was settled, probably by Margaret agreeing to waive her claim. Johanna Russell died aged 80 in 1909, in the care of the Little Sisters of the Poor in Dunedin. There's a curious feature in the signature to Garrett's Will. He used a long S, so that "Russell" looked

like "Rufsell". "That was an 18th-century fashion," Prof. Martin explains. "Clashmore schoolteachers must have been very behind the times if they were still teaching children to write like that in the 1830s." Back in 1791, an earlier Garrett Russell from Clashmore had got in to trouble with the law. "He'd joined the British Army, but escaped from the barracks at Clonmel. Desertion was a crime, but he was also wanted for theft of Army property – the clothes he'd been issued with!" A reward of £5 was issued for his arrest, but he seems to have got away. "The New Zealand Garrett Russell could have been named after him," Ged Martin speculates. "Possibly he was a grandson." Garrett Russell is one of several connections between New Zealand and west Waterford. Prof. Ged Martin hoped they can strengthen links today. He points out that Russell is still an honoured name around Clashmore. In 2017, a major construction project widened Russell's Bridge on the R671 road out of the village.

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Brendan Morrissey, GSK; Brian Fox GSK Site Director; Eileen Power, GSK; Stephen Power, past pupil of St John’s, and Helen Forde, Principal St. John’s Special School.

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[Karen Dempsey]

Walk 5K with GSK and Hop On for St. John’s WILL you join the GSK Fundraising Challenge and walk 5K along the Greenway on Saturday, 25th August to help raise funds to purchase a wheelchair accessible bus for St. John’s Special School. The 5K Family Walk is the final stretch of a fundraising challenge that more than 130 employees from GSK are planning to undertake. The GSK team will set out at 7.00 a.m. from the manufacturing site in Dungarvan walking 46 kilometres along the Greenway to return to Dungarvan by 6pm. The 5K Family walk starts at 4.30 p.m. at Ballincourty walking to Grattan Square, Dungarvan. Everyone is welcome. Register online tinyurl.com/gskchallenge or arrive early on the day to check-in. When: Saturday, 25th August at 4.30 p.m. (Check-in from 4.00 p.m.) Where: Ballinacourty to Grattan Square, Dungarvan Who: Everyone – buggies and bikes welcome. Greenway rules apply. Register online: tinyurl.com/gskchallenge Donations accepted at the check-in desk. Brian Fox, GSK Site Director said: “When it comes to how we choose to support charities, keeping it local is really important. This year our charity committee has selected a local cause that we know is close to a lot of hearts: St. John’s Special School in Dungarvan. Our ambition is to support St John’s Special School with the purchase of a wheelchair accessible bus. 24% of the children who attend the school are either wheelchair users or have other factors that affect their mobility and restrict their access so this will be transformational for the children attending the school and will open up a world of opportunities and experiences for them.” Helen Forde, Principal St John’s Special School said “A bus would mean the world to us! If we didn't have to cover the cost of buses then we would have money to spend on the actual experiences for the children, to give them more learning opportunities to broaden horizons and push boundaries, to help parents by working together to prepare the children for life activities such as going to cinema, a cafe etc.” Irene Lawlor, GSK Communications Manager said: “St. John’s is a special school in Dungarvan for children aged between 4 and 18 years with a mild or moderate general learning disability, with special classes for children with a severe to profound general learning disability. We are asking our colleagues, family, friends and everyone in Dungarvan to support our fundraising challenge to help raise lots of money to support St John’s Special School with the purchase of a wheelchair accessible bus. 100% of the funds raised will go to the purchase of the bus for St. John’s.”

Stephen Power, past pupil of St. John’s; Irene Lawlor, GSK; Brendan Morrissey, GSK; Brian Fox GSK Site Director; Helen Forde, Principal St John’s Special School; Eileen Power, GSK; Brendan Mansfield, GSK and Padraig Begley, GSK. [Karen Dempsey]

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Movie Reviews Readings for “Lady Windermere’s Fan” WRITTEN by the infamous Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere’s Fan is a social comedy which pokes fun at the social expectations of Victorian England’s high society and the propensity for its ‘do as we say, not as we do’ attitudes. Expect mistaken identities, lost children found, misunderstandings, witty observations and above all lots of fun and laughs. If you would like to read for a part on stage or be involved back stage or front of house, make sure to come along to Dungarvan Dramatic Club’s readings for this production on Monday, August 20th at 8 p.m., upstairs in Merry’s Gastro Pub. If you can’t make it on that night or if you have any questions, feel free to contact the play’s director, Deirdre Collender on 087-2655645. “I can resist anything except temptation” - Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere’s Fan. Can you resist? There is a cast of 16, so plenty of parts to go around. See you next Monday, upstairs in Merry’s.

In association with SGC Dungarvan

Black ‘47 starring Dungarvan’s Moe Dunford as Fitzgibbon opens on August 31st MOE was chosen as the Berlin Shooting Star for Ireland in 2015 and the 2015 IFTA for his performance in the title role of Terry McMahon’s Patrick’s Day and went on to appear in three seasons of Vikings (History/MGM) in the leading role of Aethelwulf for which he won an IFTA in 2016. Leading roles have followed in Handsome Devil and The Flag in 2016 and Michael Inside, The Dig, Metal Heart and Dark Lies the Island all in 2017 and due for release in 2018. BLACK 47 It’s 1847 and Ireland is in the grip of the

"Life is far too important a thing to ever talk seriously about" - Oscar Wilde, Lady Windermere's Fan.

Brewery Lane Theatre to host new musical ‘The Whistling Girl’ BREWERY Lane Theatre will host Honor Heffernan's new musical production 'The Whistling Girl' on August 31st at 8.15 p.m. This will be the final performance of the Irish tour. The show was staged in New York recently. The acclaimed singer/actress Honor Heffernan

Honor Heffernan

and Composer, Trevor Knight present their cabaret/speak-easy style show 'The Whistling Girl'. The original and unique music composed by Trevor transforms the poems of Dorothy Parker into songs, using her witty, droll and sometimes heart rending lyrics. With a line up of highly renowned Irish musicians the atmosphere for a spellbinding evening of music with a theatrical element is brought to life. Garvan Gallagher (bass) Tom Jameson (drums) Ed Deane (electric guitar) Bill Blackmore (trumpet). Brewery Lane have an added interest in hosting this show as Honor Heffernan's grandmother was a member of the Organ Family, from Carrick-on-Suir. Honor is also an acclaimed actress appearing in Fair City and Theatre. Admission €20. Booking: 0861274736. Refreshments.

Moe Dunford

Great Famine that has ravaged the country for two long years. Feeney, a hardened Irish Ranger who has been fighting for the British Army abroad, abandons his post to return home and re-unite with his estranged family. He’s seen more than his share of horrors but nothing prepares him for the Famine’s hopeless destruction of his homeland. He discovers his mother starved to death and his brother hanged by the brutal hand of the English. With little else to live for, he sets on a destructive path to avenge his family, systematically working his way up the political and social hierarchy of 19th Century Ireland. Hannah, an ageing British soldier and famed tracker of deserters, is sent to stop Feeney before he can further stoke the fires of revolution. But Hannah and Feeney are old army comrades with a mutual respect forged by their times fighting together. Personal bonds and shifting allegiances cause both men to question their motives, as they are tested to the limit by the hellish landscape of “the Great Hunger”. THE HISTORY Today, Ireland is the only country in Europe that has a lower population than it did in 1845. In that year, the potato blight destroyed crops across Europe.The failure of the crop was catastrophic for Ireland, as social and political factors over the preceding decades meant that the vast majority of the popu-

Ant-Man and The Wasp By Tamara Ní Shíocháin THÁNAIG “Ant-Man” go dtí an scáileán mór sa bhliain 2015 agus b’iad na gnéithe is fearr a bhain leis ná a ghreann, a chroí agus a léiriú ar ghníomhaíocht sárlaoch beag. Níl aon dabht ach go bhfuil na gnéithe seo le feiceáil arís sa “Ant-Man and The Wasp” ach tá siad níos fearr ná a bhí siad. Sa réamhrá, déantar achoimre ar an tsraith i ndá chuid. Ar dtús, cuirtear i gcuimhne dúinn cumhachtaí Ant-Man agus plota an chéad scannáin. Feicimid Dr. Pym agus a bhean chéile, Janet, agus iad ag baint úsáid as a gcultacha Ant-Man agus Wasp. Chrap Janet í féin agus is dóigh le Dr. Pym go bhfuil sí caillte i réim chandamach.

Ansin, feicimid Ant-Man (Paul Rudd) agus a iníon sa lá atá inniu ann agus iad ag eagrú gadaíocht drámatúil. Théann siad trí tholláin cairtchláir a thóg sé nuair a bhí sé ar bhraighdeanas baile. Aontaíonn na plota nuair a fuadaíodh Ant-Man ag Dr. Pym mar bhí súil aige go mbeadh Ant-Man ábalta a bhean chéile a fháil. Tá The Wasp (Evangeline Lilly) go hiontach sna radhairc gnímh ach ar an ndrochuair, bhí sí fágtha i leataobh don chuid is mó den am. Is maoirseacht iontach é do scannán a bhfuil an misneach aige ainm a charachtair a chur sa teideal. Ach é sin ráite, bhíomar ag gáire ar fud na scannáin agus tá na radhairc le Ant-Man agus a iníon an-maoithneach. Ráta 4/5

lation depended on the potato as their staple source of food. The failure of the Government and the landed classes to provide relief, coupled with an imperial drain on local economy over many decades, amplified the catastrophe into a full-blown famine. The Great Irish Famine, which raged from 1845-1852, reduced the island’s population by 25% in less than five years – with a million deaths from starvation and fever and the forced emigration of a further million – and created a decline that would see total population halved over the next half-century. It is regarded as the single greatest social disaster of 19th Century Europe – nowhere else in Europe has ever suffered such catastrophic depopulation from a single event. In some places, particularly in the west of Ireland, entire communities simply ceased to exist and those who survived were left destitute for decades to come. The Great Famine is the defining event in modern Irish history and its memory remains deeply embedded in the Irish consciousness. PRODUCTION STORY Set against the backdrop of the devastating Great Famine, BLACK ‘47 brings together an outstanding ensemble of established and emerging film-making and acting talent from Ireland and across the globe.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

The Tour de Munster in aid of Down Syndrome Ireland and supported by MACE 2018.

[Don MacMonagle]

Cycling legend Sean Kelly supports charity cycle MACE retailers were on hand to support Irish cycling legend Sean Kelly and all the participants in the 2018 Tour de Munster cycle in support of Down Syndrome Ireland over the weekend. Kelly was joined by 110 amateur cyclists on the four day, 600km trek around the six counties of Munster to raise much needed funds. Since its inception,Tour de Munster has raised approximately €2 million for its beneficiaries; and for DSI alone, the Tour has raised almost €1.5 million. The Tour de Munster has been a charitable endeavour since the inaugural cycle back in 2001, giving to a range of different charities during the early years. Since 2010, though, all the money raised

has gone to Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI) Munster branches. As proud charity partners of Down Syndrome Ireland, MACE were delighted to support this year’s cycle by by stocking and running “hydration stations” where the peloton were revived with MACE water, fruit and cereal bars. MACE Midleton; MACE Lismore; MACE Rathass and MACE Castlemaine and MACE Kilgarvan all generously lent their support to the worthy initiative. MACE Sales Director Daniel O’Connell said, “we are very passionate about our support of Down Syndrome Ireland and our retailers were only delighted to be able to support this year’s Tour de Munster.

Congratulations to all the cyclists on their efforts and to the MACE retailers who supported them.” The four-day cycle started at Cork’s City Hall on Thursday, August 9th and took the cyclists through Cork, Waterford, Tipperary and Limerick and on to Killaloe, County Clare. On Friday they cycled through Limerick, Clare and North Kerry to Tralee. On Day three the group faced big climbs over the Conor Pass and Molls Gap as they make their way via Dingle and Killarney toward Kenmare with day four (Sunday) starting with a climb over the Caha Pass before finishing on the outskirts of Cork City.

Legendary cyclist Sean Kelly cooling down in the Tour De Munster in aid of Downs Syndrome, supported by MACE, in Lismore, County Waterford on Thursday. [Don MacMonagle]

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School . . .

Stage School New Term

Enjoying the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community [Sean Byrne] School.

DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School now in our tenth year will hold a Open / Registration evening this Friday evening, 17th August from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in St. Joseph’s School Dungarvan for new students to enrol for their new term that will commence on Monday next, 20th August and run until January. The stage school caters for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 in their classes that take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s. If you like to sing, dance, act and perform or you just like to have fun and make new friends then Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school is the place for you. No experience is required to join and new students are always more than welcome to our stage school family. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented, experienced and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit the students way and beyond the world of the stage and

the rehearsal room. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about full scale end of term musical productions that include our most recent productions of Sister Act, Annie and Legally Blonde staged at The Sports Centre Dungarvan and we are delighted to have secured the performing rights for the fantastic musical All Shook Up based on the songs and music of the legendary Elvis Presley and we are sure it will prove to be hugely popular and great fun for all our students and audiences alike. If you cant make to open / registration evening don't worry as you can secure your place today by simply calling or texting Brian or David on 0872360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have and enrol you over the phone or send us a message on our Facebook page and we will get straight back to you. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students from Dungarvan and the West Waterford area cant be wrong. Let The Fun Begin.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

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Dungarvan Camera Club THIS month's meeting of Dungarvan Camera Club began with a report on another successful exhibition at Garvey's Supervalu over the long weekend. The exhibition was opened by Club sponsor John Tynan of The Enterprise bar, Grattan Square. We had two competitions this month, an Open competition for the monthly and "The eyes have

it" for a creative competition. The winners this month are “Open” Grade 1 - 1st Anthony Walsh, 2nd Breda Hennessy Duggan, 3rd Michael O'Brien. Grade 2 - 1st Julian Ashleigh, 2nd Louise Neylin, 3rd Ann Dunleavey. Grade 3 - Iris Graham. “The eyes have it” 1st Richard Cutbill, 2nd Rosalind Ledingham, 3rd Ann Dunleavey. Critiques were

given by John Pelham and John Bermingham. Plans were discussed for the upcoming Little School meeting

and a field trip to Clonmel. We had slideshows from John Pelham, Mary Tobin, and John Bermingham.

1st Richard Cutbill The Eyes Have It

Exhibition Opening Garvey's Spervalu David Walker Rosalind Ledingham John Tynan

2nd Rosalind Ledingham The Eyes Have It G2 1st Julian Ashleigh Open

G1 1st Anthony Walsh Open

G2 2nd Louise Neylin Open

3rd Ann Dunleavey The Eyes Have It

G1 2nd Breda Hennessy Duggan Open

G1 3rd Michael O'Brien Open

G2 3rd Ann Dunleavey Open

G3 Iris Graham Open

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Caint agus Seinnt le Macdara Ó Faoláin: Tunes and chat with young local instrument maker and musician “CAINT & Seinnt le Macdara Ó Faoláin” is ea teideal na hócáide a reachtáilfear i Seomra de Paor, Ionad Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh, Dún Garbhán, Co Phort Láirge ar an Mháirt seo chugainn, 21ú Lúnasa, mar chuid de Sheachtain Oidhreachta 2018. Beidh comhrá agus ceol leis an gceoltóir óg ón Rinn, Macdara Ó Faoláin, a labharfaidh ar a thaithí ag déanamh agus ag seinnt uirlisí ceol, an maindilín agus an bouzouki, ach go háirithe, agus seinnfidh sé cúpla port chomh maith. Beidh suim acu siúd gur spéis leo ceol, admhadóireacht nó déantúsaíocht láimhe sa chaint seo, a bheidh ar siúl i rith an lóin ar an Mháirt, le saorchead isteach. Músclaíodh suim Mhacdara i ndéantúsaíocht uirlisí nuair a bhí sé deich mbliana d’aois nuair a fuair sé bouzouki lámhdhéanta dá lá breithe. Cuireadh lena chuid suime sa rang adhmadóireachta i Meánscoil San Nioclás. Dhein sé cúrsa déantúsaíochta ukulele faoi chúraim an máistir-dhéantasóir Paul Doyle. Ó shin i leith d’fhoghlaim Macdara conas uirlisí eile ar nós bouzouki agus maindilíní a dhéanamh ina stíl féin. Seineann Macdara bouzouki a dhein sé féin mar bhall den ngrúpa ceoil Nuadán. Tá an ócáid seo á reachtáil ag Oifig na Gaeilge de chuid Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge mar chuid de chlár imeachtaí atá á n-eagrú ag an gComhairle do Sheachtain Oidhreachta 2018. Is féidir eolas faoin ócáid seo agus os cionn dhá scór imeachtaí eile atá á reachtáil i gcathair agus i gcontae Phort Láirge a fháil ag www.heritageweek.ie Mar sin, bígí inár dteannta don ócáid saor in aisce seo: ÓCÁID: “Caint & Seinnt le Macdara Ó Faoláin” IONAD: SEOMRA DE

Fisherman’s Hall

Macdara Ó Faoláin PAOR, IONAD EALAÍON SEANTEACH AN MHARGAIDH, DÚN GARBHÁN, CO PHORT LÁIRGE DÁTA: Dé Máirt, 21ú Lúnasa at 1.00i.n.-1.45i.n. Caint dátheangach i nGaeilge agus i mBéarla a bheidh i gceist. A session of music and chat with young local musician, Macdara Ó Faoláin will take place in Seomra de Paor, Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan, Co Waterford on Tuesday next, 21st August to celebrate Heritage Week 2018. Macdara Ó Faoláin from An Rinn will speak of his experiences making and playing traditional musical instruments, particularly the mandolin and the bouzouki, and he will also play a few tunes on his handmade instruments. This free event, which takes place during lunch hour on Tuesday next, will be of interest to those with an interest in music, woodwork and craftsmanship. Macdara’s interest in instrument making began when he was given a present of a handmade bouzouki for his 10th birthday. Woodwork classes in his local secondary school, Meánscoil San Nioclás further developed this

interest and he also completed a ukulele-making course with master-craftsman Paul Doyle. Since then, Macdara has learned how to make other instruments such as the bouzouki and mandolin in his own style. Macdara is also a member of the traditional band Nuadán, where he plays a bouzouki that he made himself. This event is being organised by the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council as part of a series of events taking place around the city and county to celebrate National Heritage Week. Information on this event, and the more than 40 other events that are taking place in Waterford between August 18th and 26th (including walks, talks, exhibitions and events for kids) is available at www.heritageweek.ie. Therefore, why not join us for this free event: EVENT: “Music & Chat with Macdara Ó Faoláin” VENUE: SEOMRA DE PAOR, OLD MARKET HOUSE ARTS CENTRE, DUNGARVAN DATE: Tuesday, 21st August at 1.00-1.45pm Macdara’s talk will be bilingual, in English and Irish.

HERITAGE WEEK PUBLIC CONVERSATION ON LOCAL HISTORY The Barony of Gaultier Historical Society will hold a Public Conversation on Local History in the Dunmore East Library at The Fisherman’s Hall on Thursday, 23rd August. This event which will take place at 10.30 am will involve BGHS committee members talking over a cup of coffee on various aspects of local history from all parts of the Barony of Gaultier. Anyone that has an interest in the local history of Dunmore East and other areas within the Barony of Gaultier is invited to attend this event. Admission is free and all are welcome.

TALKING THE WALK History and Stories of the Dunmore Road Join BGHS member Joe Falvey for a Walk and a Talk on the Dunmore Road, commencing at Ardkeen Library on Tuesday 21st August at 6.30pm. Admission is free and all are welcome. WOODSTOWN CREADAN HERITAGE WALK The BGHS August Heritage Walk will take place in the Woodstown to Creadan area on Wednesday 15th August.The walk which will commence from the Woodstown Beach carpark will start at 7.15 p.m. sharp. Ray McGrath, aided by other members of the Society will lead the walk.There is no fee for the walk but donations are welcome. All are welcome.

Calling All Little Archaeologists!

Heritage Week at Gallows Hill Sunday, 19th August 10.00 a.m.- 4.00 p.m.

Enjoying the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community [Sean Byrne] School.

THE Children’s Big Viking Dig will return to Gallows Hill for Heritage Week and European Year of Culture 2018. The School of Irish Archaeology will recreate a replica ‘Viking House’ and excavation site where children can explore the Viking world through a simulated archaeology dig. This site is specially constructed alongside Gallows Hill Community Big Dig, and it gives children the chance to experience the life of an archaeologist by learning how to excavate the remains of a Viking house. The Big Dig experience is suited for chil-

dren aged 5 to 12 years of age. As they dig through the site, children will unearth Viking treasures and artefacts dating back 1,000 years. They will learn about the lives of our Viking ancestors as history is brought to life by qualified archaeologists. Places are very limited and booking is essential for this event, please contact Waterford County Museum 0n: 058-45960 or email info@waterfordmuseum.ie. The event has been funded and supported by Creative Waterford, (Waterford City/County Council).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Celebrate Dungarvan Harbour on Water Heritage Day COME along at 3.00 p.m. on Sunday, 26th August, to mark Water Heritage Day 2018 with a guided heritage walk along Dungarvan Harbour. The walk will be led by William Fraher of Waterford County Museum and will commence outside the Civic Offices, beginning at this site to mark the boat building heritage of that area and from

there onto the Quay, the Lookout and along Western Bay. Dungarvan Harbour has been important to communities around the harbour from Dungarvan and Abbeyside to Helvick and Ballincourty for centuries. The harbour has been important for maritime trade and industries such as fishing and shellfish. It also continues to

be a popular location for recreational activities like angling, sailing, swimming and kayaking. Traditions and stories connected with the harbour have been passed down through generations and are embedded in the very fabric of the local area. Water Heritage Day occurs on the last day of Heritage Week, providing oppor-

tunities to get out and celebrate our association with our local waters, whether that is a river, a lake, an estuary or a harbour. The event in Dungarvan is being organised by Waterford County Museum, Waterford City and County Council and the Waters & Communities Office. An exhibition on Dungarvan harbour

heritage will be held outdoors in Grattan Square on a day during Heritage Week 18th to 26th August, 2018. The exact date is weather dependent and will be announced in due course. The heritage walk will commence at the Civic Offices at 3.00 p.m. and finish up by the Sports Centre at 4.30 p.m.Tea and Coffee afterwards

Share a Story Make a Connection – Heritage Week in Waterford SHARE a Story Make a Connection – this is the theme for this year’s Heritage Week which commences on Saturday, August 18th and runs until August 26th and indeed there is lots to discover with around 50 events and activities scheduled for venues all around Dungarvan, Waterford City and County. Waterford City and County Council has published a programme detailing all the events that have been organised by community groups and heritage venues for Heritage Week and this is available from libraries, tourist offices, council offices and on www.heritageweek.ie. Look out for the Dungarvan Shopfront Heritage Trail, join the big dig and Archaeology Festival at Gallows Hill on Sunday 19th 10.30 a.m. - 15.30 p.m. and celebrate the work they have done under the Adopt a Monument Scheme. Dungarvan Castle host a Birds of Prey Experience on Sunday 19th from 12.00 noon - 5.00 p.m. whilst Sunday 26th is Water

Heritage Day and Willie Fraher of the County Museum will lead a guided walk from the Civic Offices at 3.00 p.m. taking in Dungarvan’s waterfront and exploring the heritage of Dungarvan Harbour. John Martin will visit the Town Hall Theatre on Thursday 23rd at 7.30 p.m. to deliver a talk on Daily Life in Dungarvan 200 years ago and will give an update on his work on the Dungarvan Historic Towns Atlas. Dungarvan Library are running a number of interesting events including a talk on George Lennon of the West Waterford Brigade and his journey from IRA Commandant to Peace Activist taking place on Saturday 18th 4.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Drop in to the Old Market House Arts Centre at lunchtime on Tuesday 21st to enjoy Macdara Ó Faoláin, musician and instrument-maker who will play a few tunes and speak bilingually about making and playing the mandolin. In Ardmore, you can join the

Irish Whale and Dolphin Group for a land based whale watch from Ram Head on Saturday, 25th August at 2.00 p.m. and in Lismore a guided woodland walk around Ballysaggartmore Towers takes place on Tuesday 21st at 11.00 a.m. Lismore Heritage Centre hosts a fun Eureka Science camp for children on Tuesday 21st 11.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. and later a talk on classical architecture in Ireland from 3.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. also on Tuesday 21st while Glenribeen Lodge will run bat walks every evening at 9.00 p.m. from Monday 20th to Friday 24th. Knockboy Medieval Parish Church of Seskinan is the location for an Open Heritage Day on Sunday, August 19th 12.00 noon - 3.00 p.m. with storytelling, music and dancing. There will also be an opportunity to hear about progress on the conservation works being undertaken on the church ruin. Salterbridge Lodge host an Open Day on Sunday 26th 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. and in

Clashmore also on Sunday 26th 10.00 a.m. -1.00 p.m. you can visit Clashmore Heritage Centre to see the work that has been done in 2018. Learn about

the distillery and how the chimney worked. Heritage week is co-ordinated by the Heritage Council and supported locally by Waterford City and County

Council. Further details on heritage week events in Waterford and nationwide can be found on www.heritageweek.ie callsave 1850 200 878.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scout Group

Annual Jambori Camp 2018 FOR this year’s Annual Camp we headed to Stradbally Hall in Co. Laois for the Scouting Ireland Jambori. It’s been 10 years since a Jambori was held in Ireland, this Jambori catered for over 3,500 Scouts, 700 Venturers, 500 Leaders and 200 Support Staff. A lot of planning went into the camp both nationally and locally and for many of our Scouts this was the first Jambori in their Scouting memory. Dungarvan had a group of 30 Scouts, seven Venturers and six Leaders plus we acted as a UN for Ventures as we took an additional contingent of Ventures from the County with us. All the gear was loaded on Thursday, 19th July, and we met at the hall on Wedneday, 25th July and organised the Scouts and Ventures on the bus. One of the Leaders pulled the trailer with the gear. It was beginning to look like a scorcher of a day as temperatures were hitting 24 degrees by 10.00 a.m. We arrived on site at our booking time for 10.30 a.m. and it was all hands on deck to unload the trailer and cart the gear to our site. There was nine Subcamps and we were located on the Krypton Sub camp Site 22. We had the largest group on the subcamp as well as one of the largest groups on the Jambori. First priority on Camp is to get your site up, so once the gear was on site we pitched the tents. The Scouts then got free time until dinner except those on Duty Patrol (One Patrol on Duty for cooking and one on Patrol for Cleaning). We had an onsite Supermarket so we got our first days food allocation. As it was the first day we also had Subcamp meetings to get to know the Leaders on the service team. Scouting Ireland had set up a whole mobile village (Jambori Village) where lots of activities were taking place. After dinner all the scouts changed into uniforms and headed for the Official Opening Ceremony. The Irish Aircorp landed with the offical flag for the camp and Kieran Gildea, the Camp Chief opened the 2018 Jambori. We had scouts represented from 15 different countries

Day 5 was Parents Day/Visitors Day.

Day 2 was Dervla’s Hub – there was a home connection here as this was based on Dervla Murphy (Lismore) experience from her travels.

Day 6 Backwoods one of the best bases learning how to make a candle, building a chair.

Day 7 – Obstacle courses.

It was great to see all the scouts in full uniform. Every day we had either fun bases or skill bases. Bases ran from 9.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., it was free time until dinner time and free time after dinner except for Duty Patrols. It was a brillant camp, the athmosphere was fantastic, everynight in the Jambori Village, there was a Talent Contest of other activites, the scouts were on the go from early morning until late at night. Of the Base Days two really stand out for our scouts and they were the Science and Backwoods Base days.

Day 3 was Pioneering where the scouts had two big projects to build, one was a home made swing and the other was a Trebuchet.

Day 1 – Arrive and set up.

Day 4 was Enviornment base where the scouts learned about our rivers, the wildlife around us, Meditation and a silent Disco (very funny to watch)

Day 8 Science Base - here we made water rockets, electrical circuits, puzzle room and a CSI scene. Day 9 - Site Camp It was time to take the site down, say goodbye to our friends for the last 9 days. There were some practical jokes played on camp, our neighbours religated the Scottish flag to the bottom of the flag pole as revenge the Scotts sent their young bagpiper to all the sites on the subcamp to play music for us a 6.00 a.m. (ah well you reap what you sow). We had our own flag held hostage for a few hours, but we dealt the group that took it a lesson and the flag was quickly returned to us there is a story which we won’t go into here, but will be written up on our log book for posterity sake Hahaha. I say this often to the Scouts but here we had a Annual Camp that was 9 days. In the age we live in, it was great to see that simple values are still important. Real friends were made, not facebook friends, Real conversations were had, not snapchats or texts Real expierencies were had, not virtual Real skills were learned. Scouts from all over the world were there all running, laughing, all were mixing and all were having fun.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

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Pictured are members of the Waterford County Museum Gallows Hill Project who won the Heritage Category as part of the National Lottery Good Causes Awards 2018.

[John Foley]

Waterford winners announced in National Lottery Good Causes Awards WATERFORD Healing Trust and Waterford County Museum are among six Waterford organisations named as winners in the first ever National Lottery Good Causes Awards. The awards honour the inspiring work of thousands of projects, clubs and individuals all over Ireland with the help of Good Causes funding. Nearly 30 cent of every euro spent on National Lottery games goes back to Good Causes, which has a big impact on communities across the country. Announcing the Waterford winners. National Lottery CEO, Dermot Griffin, said: “We were bowled over by the calibre of entries and the impact that these organisations are having in their local communities.We know that these groups are doing extraordinary things and the Good Causes awards recognize and celebrate their achievements.” The Waterford winners are: Sport: Park Rangers AFC – One of the largest rural clubs in Ireland Park Rangers AFC provides football training to 355 male and female members aged from two years upwards. Good Causes funding supported providing facilities for wheelchair users including parking spaces, wheelchair accessible toilets and

showers and changing facility and ramps to the clubhouse. Health & Well Being: Down Syndrome Ireland – The Waterford and South Kilkenny Branch of Down Syndrome Ireland supports people with Down Syndrome and their families in the region. Thanks to Good Causes funding it runs The Latch On programme which provides literacy learning for those with Down syndrome after formal-schooling years. Heritage: Waterford County Museum Gallows Hill Project – This is a community heritage project aimed at reclaiming Gallows Hill, a forgotten piece of land which had been attracting anti-social behavior. Supported by Good Causes funding the project is bringing heritage and history into the heart of the community and developing a positive sense of local pride of place. Arts & Culture: Waterford Healing Trust – Waterford Healing Arts Trust (WHAT) is bringing arts experiences to the bedsides of patients at University Hospital Waterford (UHW) and other healthcare settings, including a live music programme on the wards and art sessions. Good Causes funding helped fund Iontas Arts, a mental health pro-

gramme which supports the recovery and rehabilitation of mental health service users. Community: Waterford Intellectual Disability Association – Waterford Intellectual Disability Association (WIDA) is a community based voluntary provider of services for adults and children with an intellectual disability and/or autism in Waterford City and County. Good Causes funding has made a significant impact to the upkeep and expansion of services within WIDA. Youth: Mount Sion Choir – Mount Sion Choir is a talented group based in a small DEIS school in the heart of Waterford City which did not have music or art as subjects. Good Causes funding helped get the choir up and running and hire a guitar teacher to teach the students. These winners will represent Waterford in the South Regional finals, competing for a place in the National Finals in Dublin on November 3rd. Broadcaster and entrepreneur Bobby Kerr, Chair of the Judging panel, concluded “The competition is fierce in the National Lottery Good Causes Awards. The standard of entries is really impressive. I congratulate all of the

County Winners and look forward to seeing Waterford competing in the Regional Finals next month.” Each category winner will received €10,000 and the overall Good Cause of the Year will receive an additional €25,000.

The full list of County Winners can be found at www.lotter y.ie/goodcausesawards. Nearly 30 cent in every €1 spent on National Lottery games – or over €619,000 per day – goes back to Good Causes all

over the country in the areas of Sports, Arts, Culture, Heritage, Community, Health, Youth and the Irish Language. Last year alone more than €226 million was raised by players of National Lottery games for such Good Causes.

Pictured is patient Anne Drohan and artist Ciara Harrison of the Waterford Healing Arts Trust (WHAT) in Waterford University Hospital. WHAT won the Arts Category in Waterford as part of the National Lottery Good Causes Awards 2018. [Julien Behal]

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Slán agus Beannacht ó chroí le Nell Suipéil Níl dalta, tuismitheoir, ball foirne nó duine sa pharóiste nach bhfuil aithne éigin acu ar Nell Suipéil, duine croíúil, suáilceach atá anghníomhach i saol an pharóiste ar mhórán slite ach gur mó an aithne atá ag go leor daoine uirthi mar Rúnaí na Meánscoile. Níl cur síos ná insint béil ar a bhfuil déanta ag Nell ar son na Meánscoile ó thosaigh sí i mbun oibre ann breis agus scór de bhlianta ó shin agus braithfimid go mór uainn í anois nuair nach mbeidh sí romhainn amach ag tús na scoilbhliana nua seo toisc í a bheith imithe ar scor. Tá dearcadh an-dearfach ag Nell ar an saol agus roinn sí sin go flaithiúil, fuinniúil le pobal uile na scoile agus í ina Rúnaí ann. Bhí an dea-fhocal aici do gach dalta i gcónaí agus muinín ag gach aoinne aisti. Choimeád sí ar bhóthar ár leasa sinn ar fad in am na doininne agus na soininne agus ní bheidh sé fuirist do dhuine ar bith teacht mar chomharba uirthi. Beimid ag coinne go mór lena cuairteanna orainn. Bhí ócáid álainn ag foireann na Meánscoile le Nell agus lena fear céile Liam ag deireadh na scoilbhliana agus bhronn daltaí na scoile féirín uirthi in ainneoin go raibh tocht uaignis ar chách. Ina theannta sin bhí ardmheas ag Coiste na dTuismitheoirí ar Nell agus tuiscint nach beag acusan ar an obair ar fad a dhein sí do lucht na Meánscoile le blianta fada anuas. D’eagraigh siadsan bronnadh ar Nell roimh di scarúint linn agus chuir siad a mórbhuíochas in iúl di as a raibh déanta aici do mhuintir na Meánscoile le linn di a bheith mar Rúnaí ann. Guíonn pobal uile Mheánscoil San Nioclás gach rath agus séan ar Nell agus ar Liam agus ar mhuintir Suipéil ar fad agus iad ag tosnú amach ar an gcéad ré eile ina saol. Gabhaimid buíochas ó chroí amach le Nell as gach ar dhein sí dúinn agus a

roinn sí de dhea-mhéin linn thar na blianta. Ní bréag a rá go mbeidh an-chumha go deo orainn ar fad dá huireasa mar is cinnte nach mbeidh a leithéid arís ann. Guímid gach beannacht faoin spéir ar Nell agus ar Liam. Sláinte chugaibh, sonas oraibh agus fad saol gan bhaol daoibh. ÁDH MÓR AR DHALTAÍ NA hARDTEISTIMÉIREACHTA Is lá na cinniúna ag teannadh linn do dhaltaí na hArdteistiméireachta agus torthaí na hArdteiste á bhfógairt an tseachtain seo, guímid gach rath agus séan ar gach aon duine díobh sa saol atá amach rompu. Braithimid uainn bhur gcomhluadar ar fud na scoile agus beimid ag coinne le bhur gcuid scéalta sna blianta atá amach romhainn. Má táimid inniúil tacú libh in aon slí, ní gá daoibh ach dul i dteagmháil linn. Treise libh ar fad is go n-éirí go rígheal libh sa todhchaí. BRONNADH NA nGRADAM 2018 Bhí ócáid bhliantúil den scoth againn ag Bronnadh na nGradam le déanaí nuair a tháinig Irial Mac Murchú, Príomhfheidhmeannach Nemeton chun labhairt leis na daltaí agus gradaim 2018 a bhronnadh orthusan a roghnaíodh. Iardhalta de chuid na Meánscoile is ea Irial agus ba léir an gean agus an damh a bhraitheann sé do Ghaeltacht na nDéise agus don Ghaoluinn ón óráid spreagúil, ionspioráideach a thug sé dúinn. Chothaigh a chuid cainte mórtas cine agus bród i ndaltaí na scoile agus ba lón machnaimh dóibh a raibh le rá aige faoi na héachtaí atá bainte amach sa Ghaeltacht bheag seo agus a rian fágtha aici ar shaol na Gaoluinne, go háirithe i réimse na teilifíse, na meán cumarsáide agus craoltóireachta le blianta beaga anuas. Ba léir óna raibh le rá ag na scoláirí tar éis na hócáide go

Coiste na dTuismitheoirí ag bronnadh chomhartha buíochais ar Nell Suipéil Rúnaí Mheánscoil San Nioclás atá imithe ar scor. Séamus Ó Cadhain, (Príomhoide), Annice Ní Chionnfhaolaidh (Coiste na dTuismitheoirí), Nell Suipéil, (Rúnaí Mheánscoil san Nioclás), Niamh Mhic Craith & Máire Seosaimhín Breathnach (Coiste na dTuismitheoirí) agus Áine Uí Icí, (Príomhoide Tánaisteach). raibh fuinneamh, fís agus inniúlacht Irial tar éis dul i bhfeidhm go mór orthu agus go leor féidearachtaí eile don todhchaí curtha os a gcomhair aige. Lean Irial leis ansin agus bhronn sé an gradam is airde sa scoil, Ceannródaí na Scoile ar Mhacdara Ó Faoláin, Dalta Bhliain 6. Mhol sé Macdara as na héachtaí a bhí bainte amach mar fhear Gaeltachta a bhí dílis d’áit dhúchais, dá phobal, don Ghaoluinn, dá oidhreacht agus as a raibh déanta aige chun Meánscoil San Nioclás a chur chun cinn. Luaigh sé go mbíodh Macdara sásta a chuid buanna a roinnt go fial le pobal na scoile agus an cheantair agus mhol sé é as a raibh bainte amach aige mar cheoltóir agus mar amhránaí ar an stáitse náisiúnta agus idirnáisiúnta agus as an dea-cháil a tharraing sé sin ar Mheánscoil San Nioclás. Bhronn sé Gradam an Léinn ansin ar Kyle Ó Laochdha as an obair den scoth a bhí déanta aige agus as na dea-thorthaí a bhí

gnóthaithe aige go dtí sin. Bronnadh Gradaim an Cheoil ar Mhacdara agus ar Kyle comh maith as an obair leanúnach a bhí déanta acu chun an ceol a chur chun cinn sa scoil agus as tacú le gach ócáid scoile lena gcuid ceoil le sé bliana anuas. Sheinn Kyle agus Macdara dreas beag ceoil le chéile in onóir na hócáide ansin. Ba ar Mháire de Róiste, iníon le Geraldine agus Muiris de Róiste a bronnadh an Gradam Forbartha mar aitheantas ar an bhforbairt leanúnach a dhein sí mar dhalta ón gCéad Bhliain go dtí deireadh a laetha meánscoile, duais a bhí tuillte go rímhaith aici. Bean Ghaeltachta í Máire a léirigh an-dílseacht i gcónaí dá pobal, don Ghaeltacht agus don Mheánscoil agus bhí an gradam sin tuillte go mór aici. Cúis mhór bhóiceála eile do Mháire ó shin ná go bhfuil áit faighte aici cheana féin ar an gcúrsa a bhí mar chéad rogha aici don bhliain seo chugainn agus tréaslaímid léi agus lena muintir a cuid éachtaí ar fad. Go maire sí a nuaíocht.

Seo a leanas na Gradaim uile a bronnadh ar dhaltaí na Meánsoile. Bliain 6: Gradam: Ceannródaí na Scoile 2018:Macdara Ó Faoláin Gradam an Léinn: Kyle Ó Laochdha Gradam Forbartha: Máire de Róiste Bliain 5: Gradam: Dalta an Ranga: Ailidh Nic Craith Gradam an Léinn: Sara Jundi Gradam Forbartha: Éamonn Ó Crotaigh Bliain 3: Gradam: Dalta an Ranga: Bronwyn Ní Ruairc Gradam an Léinn: Séamus Ó Muirithe Gradam Forbartha: Áine Máire Ní Annragáin Bliain 2: Gradam: Dalta an Ranga: Muireann Nic Craith Gradam an Léinn: Eoghan Ó Crotaigh Gradam Forbartha: Maitiú Mac Aonghusa

Daltaí Bhliain 6 2018, Meánscoil San Nioclás ar an lá deiridh dóibh ag freastal ar scoil. Sraith ar Chúl:Macdara Ó Faoláin, Liam Seán Ó Sé, Donncha Ó Súilleabháin, Máire de Róiste, Aoife Ní Fhoghlú, Sylvia Ní Chathbhuadhaigh, Saoirse Nic Craith, Oisín Ó Maitiú, Eoghan Breathnach, Kyle Ó Loochdha. Sraith chun tosaigh: Courtney de Bhál, Saoirse Ní Argáin, Hannah Nic Uaid, Saoirse Ní Mhaoldomhnaigh, Lydia Ní Shé, Lia Nic Craith, Cáit de Barún, Meadhbh Ní Churraoidhín.

Bliain 1: Gradam: Dalta an Ranga:Tony Ó Cathbhuadhaigh Gradam an Léinn: Jake Mac Gearailt Gradam Forbartha: Cerys Conroy O’Neill Comhghairdeachas ó chroí libh agus leanaigí oraibh leis an dea-obair. FÁILTE ROMHAIBH THAR N-AIS Beidh Meánscoil San Nioclás ag fáiltiú roimh dhaltaí Bhliain 1 Dé Máirt 28 Lúnasa. Táimid ag coinne le haithne a chur oraibh ar fad agus le bheith ag obair libh agus le bhur muintir. Beidh daltaí Bhliain 2, 3, 5 & 6 ag filleadh Dé Céadaoin 29 Lúnasa agus daltaí Bhliain 4 ag tosnú thar n-ais Dé Luain 3 Meán Fómhair. Go n-éirí an scoilbhliain úr libh! COISTE NA dTUISMITHEOIRÍ Reachtálfar cruinniú de Choiste na dTuismitheoirí oíche Luain 24 Meán Fómhair agus beidh na múrtha fáilte roimh thuismitheoirí uile na scoile freastal ar an gcruinniú agus tacú le hobair iontach an Choiste le linn na bliana. Tugann Coiste na dTuismitheoirí deis do thuismitheoirí a bheith rannpháirteach in oideachas a bpáistí, tacú leis an scoil agus aithne a chur ar thuismitheoirí eile. Is fiú go mór a bheith páirteach agus tacúil d’obair na scoile tríd an gCoiste. Gabhann pobal uile na Meánscoile ár mórbhuíochas le Coiste na dTuismitheoirí as an obair ar fad a dhéanann siad a théann chun tairbhe gach uile dhuine dínn. Roinneann siad a gcuid ama agus a gcuid buanna go fial le pobal na Meánscoile bliain i ndiaidh bliana agus is sinne atá buíoch. Go gcúití Dia sibh.

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Ailidh Nic Craith: Dalta an Ranga & Eamonn Ó Crotaigh: Gradam Forbartha, Bliain 5.

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Katie Ní Annáin, Múinteoir & traenálaí ag bronnadh an ghradaim Buachaill Spóirt 2018 ar Liam Ó Síothcháin, dalta Bhliain 2.

Príomhoide na Meánscoile Séamus Ó Cadhain a bhronn Gradaim an Cheoil ar Mhacdara Ó Faoláin (ar chlé) & Kyle Ó Laochdha (ar dheis)

Katie Ní Annáin, Múinteoir & traenálaí ag bronnadh an ghradaim Cailín Spóirt (Sóisearach) 2018 ar Eve de Paor, dalta Bhliain 1.

Eoghan Ó Crotaigh: Gradam an Léinn, Muireann Nic Craith:Dalta an Ranga, Dan Ó Floinn, Múinteoir Ranga Bhliain 2, Maitiú Mac Aonghusa: Gradam Forbartha.

Áine Máire Ní Annragáin: Dalta an Ranga & Séamus Ó Muirithe: Dalta an Léinn le Múinteoir Ranga Bhliain 3, Aonghus Ó Raghnaigh. Irial Mac Murchú, Príomhfheidhmeannach Nemeton ag bronnadh an ghradaim Ceannródaí na Scoile ar Mhacdara Ó Faoláin, Bliain 6, le Séamus Ó Cadhain, Príomhoide na Meánscoile.

Tony Ó Cathbhuadhaigh: Dalta an Ranga, Cerys Conroy O’Neill: Gradam Forbartha, Neil Ó Diarmada, Múinteoir Ranga Bhliain 1, Jake Mac Gearailt: Gradam an Léinn.

Kyle Ó Laochdha, dalta Bhliain 6, ar bronnadh Gradam an Léinn air, lena dheartháir Eric (ar chlé) agus a mháthair Trish Leahy (ar dheis) gurb as Eochaill dóibh.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Prof Tom Collins (Chair of DIT, ITB, THEA), Katherine Donnelly (Educational Editor Independent), Geoffrey Brown (NPCpp President), Beatrice Dooley (IGC President).

National Parents’ Council post primary Leaving Certificate Helpline 2018 THE National Parents Council Post Primary Leaving Cert Helpline 1800 265 165 will operate from Wednesday 15th to Wednesday, 22nd August. This period covers the release of the results through to the first round of offers from the Central Applications Office.This year, approximately 57,000 students sat the Leaving Cert. The Helpline supports students and parents by reducing stress through providing accurate information and counselling during this time. The phones will be staffed by members of the Institute of Guidance Counsellors, who will assist callers with up to date information on all the issues that arise at this time.These will range from, appeal procedures, points, CAO applications and non-

CAO options. SUSI, the Student Universal Support Ireland, will also have a representative on hand to advise on any grant related queries. The Helpline is sponsored by the Irish Independent and the Department of Education and Skills. This year the event is hosted in the Croke Park Media Centre courtesy of the GAA Community Programme. In 2017, the Helpline had over 4,300 queries that were answered over the 6 days. It saw an increase of over 40% on the previous year. Of particular interest was an increase in Dad’s accessing the service.To complement the Helpline, the Independent will run a live blog on Wednesday, 15th August and Monday, 20th August at www.independent.ie/caolive

Geoffrey Browne President NPCpp said “For many this period is a key decision time and a gateway to third level. However, learning is lifelong and with motivation and self belief there are many roads open to progress in a chosen career.” Katherine Donnelly Education Editor Irish Independent said, “the Irish Independent is very pleased to be associated with the Helpline and to support students and parents at this critical time.” Aoife Greene, Communications and Information Services Manager at SUSI said, “SUSI is delighted to continue to support the Exam Helpline which offers an invaluable service to students and their families. SUSI will be on hand to answer any questions in

relation to grant applications including queries on application procedures and eligibility criteria.” OPENING HOURS Wednesday, 15th August 10am – 7pm Thursday, 16th August 10am – 7pm Friday, 17th August 10am – 1pm Monday, 20th August 8am – 7pm Tuesday, 21st August 8am - 7pm Wednesday, 22nd August 10am - 1pm Live online blog 15th August from 9am – 4pm and 20th August 8am - 4pm @ www.independent.ie/caolive and viewable 24 hours until the 22nd August

ABP encourages Waterford students to enter Farm Safety projects for BT Young Scientist 2019 STUDENTS HAVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 25th TO EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST AT this year’s Tullamore Show, ABP announced that it will continue its sponsorship of the special Farm Safety Category at the upcoming BT Young Scientist Exhibition in January 2019. This will be ABP’s fifth consecutive year involved with Ireland’s leading science and innovation expo. The ABP award will recognise the best project that focuses on improving safety on farms. Students have until Tuesday 25th September to express their interest in entering this year’s competition. As part of its ongoing campaign to promote and improve safety on farms, ABP’s stand at the Tullamore Show featured a number of farm safety themes. These included interactive farm safety games hosted by Agri Kids, Ireland’s leading farm safety educational platform for children. Also present on the ABP stand were Jack and Alex Brady from Colaiste Chraobh Abhann in Co Wicklow showcasing their winning ABP farm safety project from the 2018 BT Young Scientist Expo. The

innovative project saw the students design a safety lock for livestock trailer gates helping reduce the potential for farm injuries. Since the competition the boys have developed a real live prototype. Martin Kane, Managing Director ABP Ireland, “Promoting safety on farms is something that is very important to all of us at ABP. Unfortunately safety continues to be an issue on farms and through our sponsorship of the Farm Safety prize at the BT Young Scientist we want to encourage young people to become farm safety advocates on their farms, with their families and in their wider communities.” So far in 2018, 12 people have died as a result of farm accidents according to the Health and Safety Authority (HSA). Last year, 24 people were killed in farming accidents. 14 of those deaths resulted from tractor and farming vehicle accidents, including quad bikes, a vehicle used by many young farmers.

ABP Farm Safety stand at the Tullamore Agriculture Show. Pictured are: James Morrissey from Cahir Co. Tipperary; John Kelly, ABP Waterford; and Pat Walsh, ABP Tipperary.

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Leaving Certificate Examination 2018 ALMOST 57,150 CANDIDATES RECEIVE RESULTS TODAY THE State Examinations Commission (SEC) congratulates and wishes well for the future the candidates who sat the Leaving Certificate examination in 2018 and whose results issued today. The statements of provisional results of this year’s examinations are available in schools today. From midday, students who are not in a position to collect their results in person from their school can access them through the SEC’s internet results service. GENERAL OVERVIEW OF LEAVING CERTIFICATE 2018 The overall number sitting the examinations is 57,149 in 2018. Of the candidates who sat Leaving Certificate examinations this year, 54,440 candidates followed the Leaving Certificate (Established) programme, of which 13,368 (24.5%) followed the Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme. A further 2,709 (4.7%) candidates followed the Leaving Certificate Applied Programme. A new Leaving Certificate grading system has been in place since 2017.This new grading system reduces the number of grades from 14 in the old system, which was in place since 1992, to 8 under the revised arrangements. There has been no change in the examination standards of the Leaving Certificate, rather the change relates to how candidates’ results are reported to them through the new grading system. The results obtained this year are generally broadly in line with those obtained in 2017. More information on this new grading system is available below in the Notes for Editors. This year sees the first examination in the Leaving Certificate subject Politics and Society, with 867 candidates in 41 schools receiving their results this morning. 2018 also sees changed assessment arrangements in Leaving Certificate Art. While there has been no change in the subject specification, a new assessment framework has been introduced. Two of the previous four components of the Leaving Certificate Art examination were replaced with a single coursework component. The Imaginative Composition or Still Life component and the Craft or Design component were executed as coursework by students over an extended period of time and were no longer taken as standalone examination sessions in May. Instead of producing artefacts in invigilated exam-

inations over a short space of time, candidates develop and make their work over 12 weeks in their classroom using a Coursework workbook issued by the SEC. This allows candidates to experiment with ideas and media as well as review and edit their work. WHAT CANDIDATES SHOULD DO NEXT Candidates receiving results today can find detailed information about viewing their scripts and appealing their results in the 2018 Candidate Information Booklet which they received before the examinations commenced.This booklet, also available from w w w. e x a m i n a t i o n s . i e , https://www.examinations.ie/miscdoc/BI-CA-60294532.pdf explains the marking, viewing and appeals and postappeals processes in an accessible question and answer format. Candidates should adhere to the instructions provided in order to ensure that they lodge valid requests for viewing marked scripts and appealing results. ACCESS TO EXAMINATION SCRIPTS Under a ruling by the European Court of Justice, examinations scripts are now classified as personal data and accordingly candidates can seek copies of their scripts. Data access requests for scripts may be made to the SEC but it could take up to 90 days from the issue date of the Leaving Certificate results, or longer if they appeal, before a candidate receives a copy of their script under the Data Protection legislation. By the time they receive a copy of the script, the opportunity to appeal the result will have passed. Candidates need to be aware that the only opportunity that they will have to access their written examination scripts in advance of the appeal application closing date is to apply to view their script at one of the three Viewing of Scripts sessions taking place on the 31st August and 1st September. Under a new initiative this year, candidates viewing scripts are allowed to bring a mobile phone, tablet or digital camera with them to the viewing session in order to make a copy of their own script(s). VIEWING OF MARKED SCRIPTS This free service offers all candidates the opportunity to view one or more of their marked examination scripts to see how the marking scheme has been

applied to their work. Candidates do not need to have viewed their script to make an appeal but anyone considering an appeal is strongly advised to view their scripts first. As in previous years, candidates must attend the viewing session themselves, accompanied by a person of their choice, and, this year, can bring a mobile phone, tablet or digital camera with them to the viewing session in order to make a copy of their own scripts. With the exception of external candidates, all applications for Viewing of Marked Scripts should be made through the candidate’s school. The closing date for receipt of completed application forms in schools is Tuesday 21st August 2018. External candidates should follow the instructions that accompany their provisional statement of results. The Viewing of Scripts will take place in schools on Friday 31st August and Saturday 1st September 2018 MARKING SCHEMES Candidates will have access to the Marking Schemes at the viewing sessions and will be able to see how these were applied to their work.The Leaving Certificate marking schemes will be issued to schools at the end of August to facilitate the Viewing of Scripts and will also be available on www.examinations.ie. APPEALS To appeal a result, Leaving Certificate candidates should use the On-line Appeal Application Service on www.examinations.ie. This service, which allows candidates convenient access to making and paying for an appeal, will be available from 12 midday on Monday 20th August until 5pm on Monday 3rd September. Access to the service is via examination number and the previously issued PIN and at the end of the transaction the candidate will be provided with an Appeal Confirmation Form showing the subjects which they have opted to appeal. In order to make a valid appeal, they must return this form to the school where they sat their examinations. The appeal application is only complete if the form is returned to the school and candidates have until the evening of Monday 3rd September to do so. Candidates who took the Leaving Certificate Applied programme can

obtain a personalised appeal application from their school. Results of appeals will be issued in mid-October. ADMISSIONS TO HIGHER EDUCATION The SEC transmits the results of all candidates electronically to the Central Applications Office (CAO). This brings about the earliest possible issue of college place offers to candidates. CHIEF EXAMINERS’ REPORTS Chief Examiners' Reports provide a review of the performance of candidates in the examinations and contain detailed analysis of all aspects of the examining process.They also contain recommendations for teachers and students and generally include examples of candidates’ answers. There has been a difference in emphasis in the Chief Examiners Reports since 2013, which has linked the assessment objectives with the learning objectives outlined in the syllabi. Reports are published in a selected number of subjects and programmes each year. Following the 2018 examinations, Chief Examiners’ Reports will be published in the Leaving Certificate subjects, Politics and Society, Art, Accounting and Applied Mathematics. It is expected to publish the reports in Spring 2019. LEAVING CERTIFICATE APPLIED PROGRAMME This year, 2,709 students took their final stage examinations in the two year Leaving Certificate Applied (LCA) programme. LCA students have been building their credits right through the two years of their Leaving Certificate course, so today brings the final stage and full recognition of their achievements. The results for LCA students differ from those of their counterparts in the established Leaving Certificate. Graduates from the LCA programme receive a single award made on the basis of credits accumulated over the two year cycle and in the final examinations. This award is given at three levels: Pass for those students with total credits of 60% or over but less than 70%; Merit for 70% or over but less than 85%; and Distinction for 85% and above. LEAVING CERTIFICATE VOCATIONAL PROGRAMME The Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme (LCVP) is an optional, two year, academic and experience-based programme, available in 2 out of 3 post-

primary schools. Candidates following the LCVP take a specified range of Leaving Certificate (Established) subjects as well as a formal and practical programme called the Links Modules. The Links Modules consists of compulsory work experience and enterprise activity together with personal vocational exploration and substantial use of information technology. NON-CURRICULAR EU LANGUAGES The SEC provides examinations in a range of EU non-curricular languages. In order to simplify the administration of these examinations, all non-curricular EU language subjects were again scheduled for a single examination session this year. It is intended to continue this practice in future years. There is a slight increase in the candidature for the noncurricular EU languages this year – a total of 1,461 as against 1,431 in 2017. Examinations in Slovenian and Maltese were taken for the first time this year. ADVICE FOR CANDIDATES A helpline facility will be operating from early on 15th August to provide information and advice to students and parents at results time. The helpline number operated by the National Parents’ Council (Post-Primary) is: 1800 265 165 (Note: This helpline facility is not operated by the State Examinations Commission) All statistics provided in this press release are provisional for 2018 and as such are subject to enquiry and appeal. ACCESS TO EXAM RESULTS Results are available on-line from 12:00 midday Wednesday, 15th August, 2018. Access to the on-line results service, which requires the use of the candidate’s examination number and unique candidate Personal Identification Number, is through www.examinations.ie. The closing date for receipt of completed application forms to view scripts is Tuesday 21st August 2018. The Viewing of Scripts takes place in schools on Friday 31st August and Saturday 1st September. Having applied for an appeal using the On-Line Appeal Application service, candidates have until the evening of Monday 3rd September to return their Appeal Confirmation Form to their school.

Leaving Cert students should take time to consider all options STUDENTS receiving their Leaving Certificate results today should take time to consider all the opportunities before them, ASTI President Breda Lynch has said: “I wish to congratulate all our Leaving Cert students for their hard work over the past five or six years as second-level students. This is a wonderful achievement and an important milestone for you all. Well done and the best of luck with what-

ever route you choose to follow,” said Ms Lynch. The ASTI President said the Leaving Certificate gives students a transparent, objective and fair statement of their efforts at the end of their second-level education and is highly valued by students, parents and teachers. “Our independently-assessed Leaving Certificate has high credibility both in Ireland and internationally. For young people it represents

a passport to a wide range of opportunities in further education, training, work and much more.” “It is important to keep things in perspective over the coming days,” said Breda Lynch. “Whatever set of results you hold in your hands, you have options. There are many ways for you to pursue your interests. Keep calm, talk to others, and seek advice if necessary so that you can make a considered choice”.

Ms Lynch paid tribute to the teachers who worked so diligently with their students over the past number of years: “This is a day for students, their parents and their teachers to be proud.” Finally, Ms. Lynch said Leaving Cert students celebrating their results should do so safely. “Stay with your friends, look after each other, and keep your parents in the loop so they know you are safe” said the ASTI President.

ASTI President Breda Lynch

OBITUARY/NEWS

STEPHANIE BENNETT (née Ryan) Crough, Colligan, and formerly of Portmarnock, County Dublin We record with feelings of deep sorrow and regret the passing of Stephanie Bennett which occurred peacefully at her home on Monday, 23rd July.We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Stephanie’s husband Eddie; family Ruth, Mark, Kathryn and Andrew; son-in-law Dean; daughters-in-law Jasmin and Vanessa; grandchildren Stephanie and Hugo; sister Barbara Dowling (Sutton); extended family and many friends and neighbours. Born in Dublin, Stephanie was educated at the Dominican College, Sion Hill in Blackrock, and at the La Sainte Union in Cheltenham, England. On returning to Dublin she worked at the Guardian Royal Exchange then later at the Irish Museum of Modern Art and the Irish Medicines Board from where she retired. Stephanie married Eddie in 1968 and together they lovingly raised their family of four children. Having lived in Portmarnock for thirty-four years Stephanie and Eddie moved to Colligan fourteen years ago which was a truly inspired move. Stephanie loved her new home in the shadow of the Comeraghs and soon became an integral part of the local community. She had a lifelong love of the performing arts and in particular the theatre. In her earlier years she had excelled on stage winning gold medals at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) exams. Set design and production were also areas in which Stephanie’s expertise was sought. In recent times she was a much valued member of the KCK Drama Club. Stephanie’s religious faith was a pivotal part of her life. She had a deep devotion to the Rosary and was a Minister of the Word in St. Anne’s Church, Portmarnock, and the Friary Church, Dungarvan. She lived the Christian message in word and deed. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Stephanie treasured her family and in recent years was devoted to her two grandchildren Stephanie and Hugo. Not enjoying the best of health over the past few years, her passing is the source of deep sorrow to her family, relatives, many friends and neighbours who will miss her kindness and friendship. Stephanie, a true lady, may she now rest in peace in her Heavenly Home. Stephanie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening, 26th July. Many people came to pay their respects and joined with her family in praying the Rosary which was led by Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A. Removal took place on Friday morning, 27th July, to St. Anne's Church, Colligan, for Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Stephanie’s life which was celebrated by Fr. Michael Kennedy, P.P., assisted by Fr. Egan, O.S.A. On arrival at the church an impressive Guard of Honour from Colligan Ladies Club, of which Stephanie was a member, stood in prayerful remembrance. The tribute to her life, represented by the mementos signifying her successes and interests, was read by Ruth (daughter). The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the congregation by Kathryn (daughter) and Eddie (husband). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Jasmin and Vanessa (daughters-in-law).The Prayers of the Faithful were read by Stephanie Bennett (grand-daughter), Gillie Ryan (niece), Olga Lyons (family friend) and Jerome Watters (family friend). After Communion a moving, stirring rendition of Panis Angelicus was sung by Andrew (son). Heartfelt words of tribute and acknowledgement were delivered by Mark (son).Throughout the Mass a beautiful selection of hymns was performed by the members of the combined choirs of Dungarvan, Colligan, Kilgobinet and Lismore, directed by Lena Walsh and Dina Walshe and for which the Bennett family are deeply appreciative. Afterwards Stephanie was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a huge concourse of mourners who had come from far and wide to bid farewell, a true testament to the high esteem in which she was held. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal. Month’s Mind Mass for Stephanie will be offered at 11.00 a.m. on Tuesday, 21st August, in St Anne’s Church, Colligan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ANGELA DARKIN (nee Walsh) 7 Cloneety Villas, Dungarvan With deep regret we record the passing of Angela Darkin which sad event occurred on 8th August, 2018. Removal was from Dungarvan Community Hospital Chapel on Friday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her sons Patrick and Kevin; daughter Deborah; sisters Maura, Lottie, Joan, Betty, Noelle and Trish; brothers Maurice, Jim, Martin and Jeddy; aunt Ann Murray; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

EDWARD (Eddie) SHEEHAN Knockgarron, Cappagh

JOERN WIEBE Bridane Cottage, Lismore

It is with deep sadness and regret that we record the passing of Edward (Eddie) Sheehan, Knockgarron, Cappagh, Co.Waterford, loving brother of the late Mary and Breda, which sad event occurred peacefully on the 7th August, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Thursday evening. Funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Our Lady of Assumption Church, Modeligo. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. On Friday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. P. Gear, P.P., and assisted by Rev. Mgr. P. Osbourne, P.E., and Rev. B. Canon Crowley, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by cousin Kevin Breen and son Patrick. Prayers of the Faithful were read by sons Michael and Edmund, daughter-in-law Denise Whelan and nephew Richard Sheehan. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Dina Walshe throughout the Mass. Symbols representing Eddie’s life were presented to the altar by sons Patrick (Farmers’ Journal and a CD); Edmund (sod of earth) and Michael (Rosary beads and family photographs). Niece Liz Sheehan narrated the significance of these symbols. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by wife Kay and daughter-in-law Natalie. After Communion son Michael delivered a lovely and fitting eulogy. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. P. Gear, P.P., and assisted by Rev. Mgr. P. Osborne, P.E., and Rev. B. Canon Crowley, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Eddie was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. Graveside tribute was sung by Dina Walshe “Galway Bay”. May he Rest In Peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Kay (née Breen); sons Patrick, Edmund and Michael; brothers Finbar,Tony and Sean; sister Ita Loughland; daughters-in-law, grandchildren Jacob, Ruben and Saidhbh; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

With sadness and regret we record the passing of Joern Wiebe, Bridane Cottage, Lismore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully at Cork University Hospital on 3rd August, 2018. Cremation service took place privately. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Erica; brother Lothar; sistersin-law Rosi and Margaret; the Leahy and Doocey families; relatives, neighbours and friends. AT REST “The sight of the hills is a beauty, The bright moon is the sign of purity, The flow of the river is murmuring music, The act of the sun is so philanthropic. The rain of the clouds is very refreshing, The blowing of the wind is so soothing, The roaring of the ocean has its own reason, How charming is the changing of the season!”

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

DECLAN KEANE An Bohreen, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, and formerly of Springmount Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were expressed with the passing of Declan Keane on Tuesday, 14th August, peacefully, in the tender care of staff at St.Vincent's Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. We express our deepest sympathy to Declan’s wife Betty; family Mary, Michael and Helen; sons-in-law Packie and Patrick; daughterin-law Susie; brothers Michael and Dan; sister Maura Giblin; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, grandchildren David, Áine, Fiona, Ciara, Kevin, Keelin, Diarmuid and Chloe; great-grandchildren Bridget and Brian; nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Declan will lie in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday evening, 15th August, from 4.30 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass on Thursday morning, 16th August, at 11.00 a.m. Afterwards Declan will be laid to rest in St. Mary's Old Churchyard. May Declan Rest In Peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan)

JAMES SECKHAM (Jim) RUSSELL Seafield, Kilmacthomas It is with profound sorrow and regret we record the passing of James Seckham (Jim) Russell, Seafield, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, and Inverness-shire, Scotland, loving husband of the late Eve Ann (née Hayter), which sad event occurred peacefully on 3rd August, 2018. Reception into St. James’ Church, Stradbally, took place on Saturday morning. On arrival his remains were received by Rev. Brian O’Rourke. Funeral service was celebrated by Dean Paul Draper and assisted by Rev. Brian O’Rourke and Rev. George Cliffe. Readings during the service were recited by family members. Following funeral service burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Brian O’Rourke officiated the graveside prayers and was assisted by Dean Paul Draper and Rev. George Cliffe, where James was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Memorial service to be held in Scotland at a later date. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving children Iain, Helen and Annabel; his sister Barbara Wright and extended family. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

(Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

Waterford & Lismore Diocese WMOF Opening Ceremony SOLEMN Evening Prayer in The Cathedral of The Most Holy Trinity, Barronstrand Street, Waterford – Tuesday, 21st August at 7.30 p.m. The Solemn Evening of Prayer is a Diocesan celebration marking the opening of the World Meeting of Families 2018. It will be an Ecumenical event, with prayers and music. All are welcome to attend.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time: Proverbs 9: 1-6 - Eat my bread, drink the wine I have prepared for you. Ephesians 5: 15-20 Recognise what is the will of God. John 6: 51-58 - My flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. The Holy Family Icon for World Meeting of Families 2018 (5): Jesus and Mary – Jesus in the centre, a boy of about 12, surrounded by the love and care of Mary and Joseph, is dressed in a traditional patterned cloth, and a bright orange sash at his neck and draped over his right shoulder. A kingly sash in a colour associated with the Risen Christ. His right hand is raised in blessing. In his left hand he holds a scroll. Written on it the words: ‘See – I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people.’ Luke 2:10. Mary’s left hand is raised to her face, in a gesture of listening and concern. Mary our Mother knows, and makes her own, the heartache, the worries and burdens all parents’ experience with their children. With her right hand she points us to Jesus, her Son.This a well-known gesture in icons of Jesus and Mary. Diocesan Event to Mark Opening of World Meeting of Families: Solemn Evening of Prayer in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Barronstrand St.,Waterford on Tuesday next, 21st August at 7.30 p.m. People from parishes throughout the diocese are encouraged to attend this special event. For many people who are unable to travel to Dublin this is an ideal opportunity both to take part in a ceremony to mark the opening of the World Meeting of Families and to make a pilgrimage to the Cathedral to pray for its success. Light refreshments will be served in the Granville Hotel afterwards. Wednesday, August 15th - Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady, a Holyday of Obligation. Masses: 7.30 p.m. Tuesday and 11.00 a.m., Wednesday. Th he Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help will begin in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan on Monday, August 27th at 7.30 p.m. and will continue for nine Monday at 7.30 p.m. each Monday until October 22nd. No 9.30 a.m. Mass on Mondays during the novena. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 058-42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

VERY REV. MICHAEL FARRELL, A.P. Parochial House, Tallow, and formerly of Kilcohan, Waterford Very Rev. Michael Farrell, A.P., Parochial House,Tallow, Co. Waterford, passed away on the 16th July, 2018, peacefully in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. Fr. Michael was born on the 14th February, 1932, to Michael and Mary Farrell, Kilcohan, Co. Waterford, to which his father had passed away to his eternal reward two months before he was born. His mother had a strong faith and from a very young age, religion and prayer featured strongly in Fr. Michael’s life. Fr. Michael was educated in Waterpark College before being enrolled as a boarder in Mount Melleray. On the completion of his Leaving Cert, he entered St. John’s College, Waterford. After his Ordination, due to the number of Priests in the Diocese, he was appointed to a Diocese in Wales, where he remained for five years. On his return to the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore, his first appointment was to the Tallow Parish where he served as a Curate. He then moved for various periods to the Parishes of Kilgobinet, Carrickbeg and the Holy Family in Waterford. He was later appointed Parish Priest of Ballylooby in Tipperary before returning to Tallow as Parish Priest where he remained for 24 years. First and foremost, he was a devoted and holy Priest with a very strong faith in which he had great devotion to Our Lady and it was fitting that he died on the Feast Day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. He led many annual pilgrimages to Lourdes, Knock Shrine, Fatima, Medjugorje and Lough Derg. In addition to his Parish work, he got great solace from praying with the Carmelite Sisters and the Cistercian Sisters in Glencairn. He worked hard in every Parish in which he served, while he had a great belief that a house going Priest makes a Church going people and he regularly visited his parishioners, organised the local Stations and visited the sick in the Parish and in hospitals in Waterford, Cork, or wherever they may be. He was never afraid to roll up his sleeves if the task required it and there are many landmarks, to mark his service in the parishes, such as the Grotto in Tallow, the renovation of Dunhill Church in Ballylooby, along with the Community Centre in Carrickbeg, to name just a few. He had a great interest in outdoor activities and sport, whereby he could be found in days gone-by early in the morning, on the bank of the River Suir fishing, or on his boat on the Blackwater and shooting in the countryside. Beekeeping featured strongly in his life and he was very honoured to receive life membership of the Beekeeping Association. He was an avid follower of the GAA and had many hours of enjoyment with the clubs within the parishes he served with. Fr. Michel made many, many friends throughout his life and there are so many people to thank for the help, support and enjoyment that they gave him over the years, that it would be impossible to name everybody. May he Rest In Peace. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends, his Clergy colleagues and former parishioners. Reposing on Thursday evening, Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends, before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. Guards of Honour were formed by Tallow GAA, Roanmore GAA, St.Vincent de Paul, St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, Tallow Camogie Club, Lourdes Committee, Lough Derg Committee and Tallow Primary School as the funeral cortege made its way to the Immaculate Conception Church. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. R. O’Halloran, C.C.; Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P.; Rev. Fr. G O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C.; Rev. Fr. J. Brown, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Cahill. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday by Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C.; Rev. Fr. J. Brown, P.P., R.T.; Rev. Mgr. N. O’Mahony, P.P.; Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Clergy and religious Orders who were in attendance: Rev. M. Cullinan, P.P.; Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. J. Denmead, P.P.; Rev. M. Byrne, P.P.; Rev. J. Kiely, P.E.; Rev. R. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. M. Enright, P.E.; Rev. F. Lucey, P.E.; Rev. R. Liddane, A.P.; Rev. M. Melican, I.C.; Rev. M. Kennedy, P.P.; Rev. W. Carey, P.P.; Rev. M. Mullins, P.P.; Rev. N. Hassett, P.P.; Rev. P. Ahearne, P.P.; Rev. Canon S. Cotter; Rev. P. Gear, P.P.; Rev. P. Ryan, O.C.S.O.; Rev. Ignatius, O.C.S.O.; Rev. S. O’Neill, C.C.; Rev. M. Guiry, P.P.; Rev. P. Pierce; Rev. T. Flynn, P.P.; Rev. P. Waldron, P.P. The Carmelite Nuns, Tallow, and the Cistercians Nuns, Glencairn. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Mary Phelan and

OBITUARY Geraldine Power. Prayers of the Faithful were read by nieces Bernie Walsh, Paula Keane, Mary Farrell-Curran and nephew Michael Lonergan. Tallow Parish Choir with organist Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by nieces Catherine Dunphy and Ita O’Donovan. An appreciation and oration was recited by niece Geraldine Power. Following Funeral Mass, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., officiated the graveside prayers and he was assisted by Rev. J. Brown, P.P., where Rev. M. Farrell, A.P., was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family relatives, former parishioners, his Clergy colleagues, neighbours and friends. Following the burial, Tallow Parish Choir paid a lovely tribute by singing “The Boys From County Armagh”. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sister Mary Murphy; sisters-in-law Eileen Farrell, Nellie Farrell (Leopardstown) and Nellie Farrell (Killure); nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends; Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D.; Bishop Emeritus William Lee, D.D.; Priests, Religious and people of the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore. Month’s Mind Mass for Very Rev. Michael Farrell, A.P., will be concelebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D., on Friday, 17th August, 2018, at 7.30 p.m. in the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

MONNIE (Maurice) MAHONY Fitzgerald’s Terrace, Dungarvan Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Monnie Mahony on Saturday, 21st July, at University Hospital Waterford. In his 91st year, Monnie is predeceased by his wife Anna (nee Maher); son Maurice; daughter Mary and grandson Kristofer; we extend our sincere sympathy to Maurice’s sons Michael and John; daughters-in-law Kathleen and Chris; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and friends. Monnie hailed from Ardmore and came to Dungarvan as a young child, spending many happy years with Kate Mahony and family in his youth. Like so many of his generation he subsequently emigrated to England, where he met his wife Anna, a native of Carrickbeg. He worked on the gas lines and in scaffolding before he and Anna returned to Ireland, raising their family in Dungarvan. Monnie was employed for more than thirty-five years at Dungarvan Leathers, indeed in all of his employments he gave exemplary service particularly in his work as a plumber, where his expertise was much sought after. This work brought him in contact with families all over the county right up to his retirement over the age of eighty years at which time he relaxed, enjoyed pottering about in his workshop and walking his dog in the locality. Indeed on these walks Monnie would meet many people, recalling memories of yesteryear. A man who spoke his mind, he kept abreast of local, national and international affairs with interest. Music was particularly important to Monnie; he played the accordion for his family, relatives and friends on many occasions and loved to listen to Irish Traditional Music. Monnie lived his life to the full, he loved his family and was one of nature’s true gentlemen, his pleasant disposition endeared him to so many. After a short illness since March of this year, which he battled with admirable fortitude and dignity, he passed away on Saturday, 21st July. Monnie’s passing is the source of much sorrow but he will always be remembered and his life will be an inspiration into the future. May Monnie Rest In Peace. Monnie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening, 22nd July, where in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends the Rosary was led by Margaret Duggan (family friend). Removal took place on Monday morning, 23rd July, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. En route to the church the cortege paused in tribute at Fitzgerald’s Terrace. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Monnie’s life was celebrated by Fr. John Harris, C.C. His loving family, relatives and friends recited readings, prayers and tributes. His greatgrandchildren presented symbols of Monnie’s life. Throughout the Mass beautiful hymns were played and sung by Dina Walshe. Afterwards Maurice was laid to rest in St. Laurence’s Cemetery, Ballinroad, with a large concourse of mourners in attendance. Fr. Harris, C.C., led graveside prayers and imparted the blessing. In a moving tribute to Monnie and his love of Irish music, “Raglan Road” by Luke Kelly was played. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. Month’s Mind Mass for Monnie will be offered at 12 noon on Sunday, 19th August, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

63 BRIAN J. McNALLY 1932-2018 Pinewood Lawn, Dungarvan Brian McNally of Pinewood Lawn, Dungarvan, who passed away last month, aged 86, enjoyed a distinguished career in local government which spanned 46 years. In 1955 he had the distinction of being the youngest Town Clerk in Ireland when appointed to that position in Navan at the age of just 23, but it was in Dungarvan he made his greatest contribution, serving as Waterford County Secretary for 23 years, the post he retired from in 1996. The second eldest of seven children, he was a proud native of Donegal, where he won a scholarship to St. Eunan’s College in Letterkenny, before embarking on his career with the local authority in that county, followed by moves to Meath and Dublin County Council where he met his beloved wife-to-be, Ann Hogan. Following a number of years in Mullingar, where he was County Accountant for Westmeath County Council, Brian made his final move to Dungarvan as County Secretary. Honesty and integrity were always the hallmarks of a man who epitomised the best standards in public service, qualities he instilled in his three children. He could be a tough taskmaster but was always firm and fair in his dealings with both staff and the public and his door was always open to those with a genuine problem. Outside of work, Brian’s other passion in life centred around the Dungarvan Lions Club of which he was a founding member and Treasurer for many years. He took a keen interest in the activities of that organisation up until failing health made it impossible for him to do so. He was humbled a number of years ago when he was presented with honorary life membership of the Lions Club. For many years he helped run the Dungarvan Citizens Information Centre. After his retirement he used his knowledge and administrative skills as a Director of Dungarvan Care of the Aged to access badly needed funding and deliver the Déise Day Care Centre. In his private life, Brian was an enthusiastic gardener and loved nothing better than donning his gardening clothes after a long day in the office. He took great pride in growing his own fruit and vegetables and would often bring visitors on a guided tour of the stone wall he erected so meticulously at the back of the house. He was a keen sports fan, especially of Gaelic football where the triumphs of his native Donegal were invariably celebrated with a few glasses of Jameson whisky – his favourite tipple. Brian also had a somewhat surprising interest in televised wrestling and would take great umbrage with anyone who dared to suggest it was in any way staged for TV. Ann and Brian shared a birthday which they took as fate, although she was quick to tell people that she was the younger model by eight years. Brian was heartbroken when Ann died in July 2006 after a long illness. Life was never quite the same after her untimely passing. Last year, the hard decision was taken to make the move into Padre Pio Rest Home in Cappoquin, following further deterioration in his health. During his time there, he received the most wonderful care and attention from the dedicated staff. Brian’s last gesture of kindness and consideration to his fellow human beings was to donate his remains to medical science, something he and his late wife had generously decided they would do, many years ago. There was a huge turnout of friends, neighbours, fellow Lions Club members and former local authority colleagues at his Mass in St. Mary’s Parish Church in Dungarvan on the 26th July, which was a celebration of a life well lived and a fine salute to a man who stood by his principles. He is survived by his son David; daughters Ruth and Ann; daughter in law Judit; sons-in-law Harry and Stephen; grandsons Kevin and William; as well as his brothers John (Strabane), Gerry (Canada) and sisters Teresa (London) and Sr. Emer (South Africa). (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

PATRICK TOBIN Brothers of Charity, Cairde Services, Waterford, and formerly 5 Ballyrandle, Ballinroad, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Patrick Tobin which sad event occurred on 7th August, 2018. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday morning to St.Vincent de Paul Church, Garranbane. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his cousins, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

FARMING Round-up … IFA acknowledges progress on drought actions, but momentum must be kept up IFA President Joe Healy has acknowledged that a number of measures to deal with the drought conditions have been introduced, but momentum has to be continued. The extension to spreading dates for fertiliser & organic fertiliser announced by the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed at the Tullamore Show on Sunday is an important flexibility for farmers who need to replenish their fodder stocks. “The measure to encourage tillage farmers to grow fodder crops and the commitment to introduce a fodder import scheme represents some progress. However, more needs to be done, and done quickly,” he said. “Farmers expect the Department to introduce the fodder import scheme quickly. Some Co-ops and merchants have identified available fodder abroad and it is vital that the scheme is put in place quickly,” he said. The IFA President said it was important that changes under GLAS are confirmed and clarified as a matter of urgency. The flexibility to allow conservation of fodder on fallow ground is welcome, but urgent movement on the Low-Input Grassland measure is critical. This will allow farmers to conserve extra fodder. Joe Healy again called on Minister Creed to introduce immediately the low-cost loans which were promised in last October’s Budget, adding that these loans must be available for working capital. “Many farmers have now run up huge bills with their Co-ops and merchants purchasing additional feed. Opening up the loans would make available over €150m in liquidity for farmers which would help to pay feed and other bills,” Joe Healy said. “All direct payments have to rolled out on time, starting with the increased ANC payment next month and the 70% advance payment under the Basic Payment Scheme in October.”

Glanbia Ireland Fodder Usage and Planning Meetings GLANBIA Ireland hosted a Fodder Planning Advice meeting at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, on Thursday, 9th August, to provide technical and fodder planning advice for livestock farmers impacted by the current drought. The following topics were discussed at

each event: • Dealing with the Current Grass Shortage and Winter Fodder Planning (Martin Ryan, Feed Technical Support) • Catch Crop Options (David Leahy, Tillage Technical Support) • Case Studies - Dealing with Fodder

Shortages (Martin Ryan and Willie Darmody, Feed Technical Support) • Animal Health & Cow Fertility (Shane McElroy,Vet) • Glanbia Extended Credit Scheme (Brian Hanafin, Milk Pool Development and Innovation)

Attending the Glanbia meeting in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were from left John Fitzgerald; David Leahy, Glanbia; Rob O'Keeffe, Glanbia; Paul Power, Glanbia and Felim Power. [Sean Byrne]

Department of Agriculture to monitor carcase trip in meat plants on a permanent basis IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said Department of Agriculture technical officers will monitor carcase trim in the meat factories on behalf of farmers on a constant daily basis from later this year. Angus Woods was speaking following a meeting with senior Department officials in the Beef Classification Unit last week. He said “IFA has been demanding increased monitoring on carcase trim and classification for some time and we welcome this move by Minister Creed and the Department.” The IFA Livestock leader said the Department have explained that some 150 technical agricultural officers are currently being trained up in the Department to undertake this task. He said the detailed checks on carcase trim will be undertaken daily on a number of carcases in every meat plant to ensure that farmers are getting the correct trim and full value for their stock. The Department technical officers will be responsible to ensure every carcase receives the correct legal trim. He said the Department have outlined that the daily monitoring of carcase trim will commence in full from next November when training is complete and all the arrangements are in place. Angus Woods said Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed has also confirmed this change in a letter to the IFA. In response to the demand from the IFA for Department AOs to monitor trim the Minister said “The Veterinary Public Health Inspection staff in conjunction with the Beef Carcase Classification section are currently putting in place a training and reporting system to facilitate the monitoring of carcase presentation by Technical officers permanently based in the Meat factories.” The National Livestock Chairman said IFA is also demanding that this positive move is extended to cover monitoring and closer controls on carcase classification, weights and the provision of an independent appeals system.

Attending the Glanbia meeting in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were Willie O'Donoghue, Melleray; Ger Burke, Modeligo; Gerard O'Brien, Glanbia; Felim Power and Tom Kiely, Ballinamult. [Sean Byrne]

Attending the Glanbia Meeting in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan were from left David Flynn, Seanie Power, Gabrielle Power, Laura Forbes, David Murphy and Brendan Hayes, Glanbia. [Sean Byrne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

‘Farming for Nature’ – shaping a new narrative A NEW initiative has been launched which aims to source, share and celebrate stories of farmers across Ireland who are considered to be managing their land and livestock in a way that benefits nature. The national Farming for Nature Award is sponsored by Bord Bia and supported by a wide range of farming and conservation interests including the Dept of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, the National Rural Network, the National Parks and Wildlife Service, the Irish Farmers Association, the National Biodiversity Data Centre, Teagasc and the Heritage Council. The idea is the brainchild of a group of heritage enthusiasts based in the west of Ireland. One of them, Dr. Brendan Dunford of the Burren Programme, explained that "a few years ago, with Bord Bia support, we started a celebratory night for selected Burren farmers who we felt were pioneers in actively managing their land for nature. Witnessing these farmers being recognised by their community and their peers was both moving and powerful, and has really inspired other farmers in the area to follow suit on their farms and in some cases go on to develop nature-based businesses." Dunford went on to say: "Every year, farmers from across Ireland come to the Burren Winterage School and we are bowled over by their personal stories and enthusiasm for nature: there is a great need for such positivity right now when things can appear so bleak and negative. We are convinced that with the appropriate, targeted financial and technical support, most

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Clearance Sale of Dairy Stock on Thursday, 30th August, 2018, at 11.30 a.m. (For the Reps. of the late James Flynn (R.I.P.), Ballymacart, Old Parish, Dungarvan) Sale to include: • Entire Spring Calving Section of 60 Cows (scanned back in-calf) • 12 Quality in-calf Friesian Heifers, • 11 Friesian Maiden Heifers, • 12 Friesian Heifer Calves. Enquiries to Dungarvan Mart at 058-41611.

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farmers are actually very enthusiastic about farming for nature: the idea of this initiative is to provide a little wellspring of inspiration for these farmers and to shape a more positive narrative around farming and nature." Another member of the organising group, Dr James Moran of GMIT, noted the opportune timing of the Award: "The Common Agricultural Policy is increasingly recognising farmers as more than food producers and aims to incentivise enhancement of the countryside. Recent initiatives around Ireland including EU LIFE projects, results based payments for biodiversity and DAFM European Innovation Partnerships, funded under the Rural Development

Programme 2014-2020, have highlighted the real appetite there is for farming for nature. Many farmers are going that extra mile for nature and this is an opportunity to celebrate their achievements on a national scale." The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., in welcoming these awards said “I am heartened by how the work done, through the locally-led Burren Programme has motivated like-minded farmers throughout Ireland. My Department is allocating an additional €59 million, through the European Innovation Partnership Initiative, to locally-led projects aimed at environmental and biodiversity challenges and encour-

aging farming for nature.” Project co-ordinator Brigid Barry explained the nomination and selection process: "Farmers will be nominated by a panel of over 100 heritage specialists across Ireland and then shortlisted based on agreed criteria. We are hoping to hear about farmers who do great things for nature, who farm in a manner that is agriculturally, economically and socially progressive, and who are willing to share their story with others. Short videos on five of these farmers will then be made and used as part of an online voting system where the public can choose their favourite story. The winner will be announced at the annual Burren Winterage School on the 27th October 2018."

Minister Creed must deliver for suckler farmers IFA President Joe Healy launched a new report on The Economic and Societal Importance of the Irish Suckler Beef Herd by Professor Thia Hennessy, Head of the Business School in UCC at the FBD National Livestock in Tullamore Co Offaly today (Sunday). With a strong campaign for increased support for sucklers and rising expectation on Agriculture Minister Michael Creed to deliver in the forthcoming Budget, Joe Healy said, “Minister Creed must front up and beat down the door of Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe to ensure that additional support for the suckler cow is delivered in the October Budget”. He said a key priority in the IFA’s pre-Budget submission is the demand for a targeted payment of €200 per suckler cow. Some of the key findings in the IFA commissioned report by Professor Hennessy include; • The beef sector in Ireland is very significant, accounting for over one-third of all agricultural output and over 20% of total Irish food and drink exports. • The value of beef sector is €2.9bn, with exports growing and exceeding €2.6bn in 2017. • The suckler cow herd is distributed throughout the country, but is particularly dominant in the West, where suckler cows account for over 80% of total cows. • 77,738 cattle farmers make a considerable contribution to the Irish local economy, both

through the inputs they purchase and the outputs produced. Cattle farmers spend over €1.5bn annually on agri-inputs, most of which is spent in the local rural economy. • The multiplier effect for the beef sector is greater than that of the agriculture sector in general - a €1m increase in beef sector output would generate a further €2.11m in the wider economy. • Suckler farmers contribute to wider societal sustainability, particularly in marginal or economically disadvantaged areas, where their presence is vital to the social fabric and cultural capital. • Ireland punches above its weight when it comes to beef exports, being the largest exporter of beef in the EU and the sixth largest exporter of beef in the world. • We produce some of the world’s most sustainable beef, with our carbon footprint the fifth lowest in Europe and almost one quarter of the Brazilian footprint for beef. • The income situation on suckler farms is unsustainable, with the Teagasc National Farm survey for 2017 showing an average income of only €12,529 in 2017. • A number of factors threaten the Irish suckler herd and its future development and sustainability such as Brexit, Mercosur and CAP budget cuts. • A 10% contraction in the suckler herd would lead to a loss in beef output of €145m and a loss of total output in the economy of €305m.

• Without positive action there will be implications for the farming community, the vibrancy of rural areas, the agri-input sector, employment in the beef processing sector and the value of exports. IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said the national suckler herd is the backbone of our €2.9bn beef sector. “There is beef farming in every rural parish in every county across the country”. He said Minister Creed and the Government must respond positively in the Budget to the demand for a targeted payment of €200 per cow. He said there was a majority backing in the Dáil for this support earlier this year. Angus Woods said the IFA proposal to Government is for a targeted payment of €200 per suckler cow, structured under environmental and animal welfare measures in the CAP Rural Development Programme and financed predominantly from national resources and savings from the existing RDP schemes. He said this would have no impact on the Basic Payment to farmers under CAP Pillar I. As part of the IFA campaign, farmers and IFA officers in all counties will undertake an intensive local lobby of all politicians over the next number of weeks leading up to the Budget on October 9th. IFA will hold a full national lobby of all TDs and Senators in Dublin on September 26th. A copy of full report is available at www.ifa.ie

DRY COWS 1 Montbelliarde 745 kgs. made €1,070. 1 A.A. 780 kgs. made €1,055. 1 Fr. 750 kgs. made €920. 1 Fr. 570 kgs. made €700. 1 Fr. 480 kgs. made €650. BULLOCKS 2 Frs. 990 kgs. made €1,740 each. 4 Frs. 738 kgs. made €1,350 each. 2 Her. 502 kgs. made €910 each. 2 A.A. 442 kgs. made €910 each. 8 A.A. 403 kgs. made €740 each. 5 Her. 442 kgs. made €810 each. 3 Sim. 385 kgs. made €880 each. 6 A.A. 347 kgs. made €670 each. 2 A. A. 442 kgs. made €910 each. 7 A.A. 430 kgs. made €870 each. 4 Char. 400 kgs. made €870 each. HEIFERS 1 Sim. 560 kgs. made €965. 5 A.A. 332 kgs. made 565 each. 3 Char. 408 kgs. made €740 each. 5 A.A. 423 kgs. made €765 each. 2 A.A. 515 kgs. made €875 each. 2 A.A. 470 kgs. made €805 each. CALVES Her. Bulls up to €300. Her.

Heifers up to €165. A.A. Heifer Calves up to €100. Next Sheep Assembly at Dungarvan Mart: Wednesday, 22nd August, 2018, from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Quotes available Tuesday, August 21st. Booking required. Enquiries to 058-41611. Weanling Sales: 1st Sale Thursday, 13th September, 2018. 2nd Sale Thursday, 27th September, 27th, 2018. Preliminary Announcement: Clearance Sale of Dairy Stock (for the reps of the late James Flynn, Ballymacart, Old Parish, Dungarvan). On Thursday, 30th August, 2018, at 11.30 a.m. Sale to include entire spring Calving Section of 60 Cows (scanned in calf) 12 Quality in-calf Fr. Heifers, 11 Fr. Maiden Heifers and 12 Fr.; Heifer Calves. Enquiries to Dungarvan Mart at 058-41611.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I recently received approval for a TAMS II grant for a new parlour. I intend to carry out some of the work myself and am wondering if there are any pitfalls in doing this that I should know about. Can you please advise? Answer: The first thing you need to is to read the grant specification.You should ensure that the design of your building meets specification. When you are expecting to pour concrete, in the case of parlour building and tank, it is necessary to give the DAFM 5 working days’ notice of this by way of electronic card A. Failure to do so will mean a 5% penalty on your grant. Secondly, make sure that all the materials you use, such as concrete, sheeting, etc. are to grant specification as the penalties for such deviation from the specification can range from 10% to loss of the full grant, even if you are able to correct the issue. Just to recap, make sure you read the specification and make sure any other person carrying out work on the project are up to speed on the specification before any work starts. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Due to the recent dry spell, the closing dates for the spreading of chemical fertiliser and slurry has been extended to 30th September and 31st October respectively.

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Teagasc of grass species only, until at least 1st February 2019. If removed before this date the application will be deemed ineligible. Brassica crops cannot be removed until they have been harvested / grazed in full. Q. Can I grow a catch crop and remove without grazing or harvesting? A. No the purpose of the Measure is to provide additional fodder to help alleviate the shortfall of fodder currently. Q. Is there a cut off planting date? A.The crop must be planted between the 3rd August and the 15th September to be considered eligible for support. Crops planted before or after these dates are ineligible. Q. If I grow a short term grass crop can I leave it in situ for a number of years and still avail of the Measure? A. Yes, a tillage farmer may decide to keep the short term grass crop in situ as part of his/her rotation but there should not be a reduction in the tillage area in 2019. Q. Do I need a contract or proof of use with an end user to draw down the aid? A. No, this is not required but you may be asked for proof of sale of the fodder as part of the administrative or on-farm inspections. Q. I have tillage and livestock on my farm, can I still avail of the Measure? A. Yes, if there is a shortage of forage on the holding the forage produced under this measure can be fed to animals on the holding or sold if you have adequate fodder. Q. I am in GLAS can I still avail of the Measure? A. A GLAS participant may apply for this Measure on tillage land not in receipt of GLAS Catch Crop aid. Q. I have land declared as catch crops to satisfy Greening requirements; can I still avail of the Measure? A. A participant may apply for this Measure on tillage land not declared as catch crops to satisfy Greening requirements. Q. When and where will application forms be available? A. Application forms are available from 8th August. They can be downloaded from DAFM website. They can be located under the Farming Schemes and Payments link. Q. What is the closing date for the Measure?

A. Applications must be received by close of business Monday 17th September at the address below: Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Direct Payments Unit (DAFM Support Measure for the Production of Additional Forage 2018), Government Offices, Old Abbeyleix Road, Portlaoise, Co, Laois Q. What other paperwork is required apart from the application form? A. Farmers are required to have seed purchase documentation, fertiliser receipts and other supporting documentation such as contractor invoices (if applicable), proof of sale of fodder (if applicable) etc. available on the holding. These may be requested by DAFM as part of administrative/On farm checks. Q. Will there be farm inspections under this Measure? A. All applications may be subject to on-farm verification by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Such checks will include an examination of seed purchase documentation, evidence that the crop is grown to commercial standard and is available for grazing by livestock of harvested for own use or sale. IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc/Glanbia Dairy Monitor Farm Walk – A Teagasc/Glanbia Dairy Monitor Farm Walk will take place on the farm of Pat Dillon Grangecuffe, Co. Kilkenny on Friday, August 24th at 11.00 a.m. Pat has been participating in the monitor farm programme for the last 4 years and this is the final walk on this farm. The Teagasc/Glanbia Joint Programme was set up to position dairy farmers in the Glanbia area to take advantage of growth opportunities that arose post 2015. On this walk you will see and hear how Pat has progressed over the last 4 years and what skills and knowledge he has gained from the programme to sustainably and profitably future proof his dairy farm business. The physical and financial performance over the last 4 years will be discussed as well as the improvements achieved in breeding and grassland management.You will also hear Pat’s plans for the future. This is your final opportunity to see and hear how that performance was achieved. All are welcome.

ICMSA warn of “unprecedented pressures” as fodder famine in south-east looms

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus

DAFM FODDER PRODUCTION INCENTIVE MEASURE FOR TILLAGE FARMERS 2018 The Dept of Agriculture recently announced an incentive scheme to encourage tillage farmer to grow catch crops or short term grasses to produce additional fodder for livestock next Winter.The following explains the scheme in a question and answer format. Q. Who is eligible to apply for the Fodder Production Incentive Measure? A. The Measure is available to all farmers with tillage land that submitted a BPS application in 2018. Q. Can the forage crops be grown on any lands? A. The forage crops must be grown on lands declared as tillage on the applicant’s 2018 BPS application. Q. What forage types are eligible? A. Brassica crops of forage Rape, Stubble Turnips and Hybrids of Rape/Kale and short term grass species such as Italian Ryegrass, Hybrid Ryegrass and Westerwolds are eligible. Q. Are other grass/seed mixes eligible? A. Perennial Ryegrass and other grass/seed mixes are ineligible. Q. What are the payment rates? A. The eligible Brassica crops will qualify for a payment rate of €100 per hectare and the eligible short term grass species will qualify for a payment rate of €155 per hectare. Q. Are there minimum and maximum area limits for payment? A.Yes, the minimum area is 3 hectares and the maximum area for payment is 50 hectares Q. What are the seeding rates required for these crops?

Q. Is there a minimum period that the crops must remain in situ? A The crop must be growing for a minimum of 8 weeks prior to harvest/grazing in situ and must be maintained/utilised, in the case

ICMSA President Pat McCormack said that the overwhelming response being fed back at the series of emergency meetings held in Cork, Carlow, Kildare,Wexford, Kilkenny and others over the last week or so has seen the need to move forward immediately with a series of measures to address what will be a national fodder shortfall but one that will be particularly felt in the south-east and up the eastern seaboard. Mr. McCormack said that the situation was being monitored on a county-by-county basis but there was some hope that the western seaboard will “with fortune, forbearance

and careful planning” be someway stable, he noted, however, that there was no confidence about the Midlands, North-East and the traditionally drier South-east. “What we are getting back ‘loud and clear’ is that farmers want to know that there is a clear and coherent plan that is already being put into place”. “They are realistic and know that no one can wave a wand and fill pits and sheds, but equally they know that every day that’s lost now through lack of action and coherent policy could be very, very costly next February or March. They need to know that the

Department’s been looking at the kind of options I outlined earlier this week – a Fodder Transport/Import Scheme as well as a scheme for grassland farmers similar to that introduced for tillage last week. I do think as well that we’ll have to consider an incentive for an Early Slaughter Scheme and pull out all the stops on live exports. But more than anything else, we have to see a concerted effort by all parties to keep farm prices and revenues up so that there’s something with which to pay the extra feed bills that look likely to be coming through the door this back end and certainly into Q1 of 2020”.

Week of 13/8/2018 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 22.50 4.63 3.60 1.85 4 968 330 1,500 41 76

South Kilkenny 24.4 4.69 3.63 2 6 635 213 1,200 36 109

Comments: Grange Waterford

IFAC Advise on SEAI Grants 2018 IN 2017 the Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland (SEAI) piloted a scheme for dairy farmers that offered grant support for the retrofitting of vacuum and milk pumps. Due to its success the scheme has been relaunched recently again in 2018. The grant is aimed at reducing the costs of one of the biggest users of energy on the farm – the milking parlour. Head of ifac’s Dungarvan Office, Eoghan

Drea said, “Energy efficiency can and does reduce costs on a farm. In a year like 2018 where costs due to the fodder shortage are rising, any initiative to help reduce cost should be welcomed.” Eoghan added, “I believe that farmers need to justify all capital expenditure. Capital investments tie up valuable working capital (cash) on a farm. Therefore, all farmers need to examine the “need” and “return” of any

capital investment. SEAI have shown through last year’s scheme that the investment in these technologies showed a clear rate of return.” The scheme is open to all dairy farmers supplying all major cooperatives. All herd sizes are covered, and both single and three phase electricity is eligible. Speak to your local IFAC accountant or contact your agri advisor on details on how to avail of this grant.

• Growth rates back up to 76kg DM/Ha/Day. • Silage and PKE taken out of diet. • Using Strip “Wire” to increase utilisation of grass. South Kilkenny • 10% of cows are empty after ten weeks, 7% of the heifers are empty. • Soiled water applied at 10,000 gallons per hectare, using a dribble bar umbilical system.

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Waterford Potato Grower honoured at the Bord Bia All-Ireland Potato Championships – Kieran O’Keeffe from Butlerstown honoured at the Tullamore Show. Kieran O’Keeffe from Butlerstown claimed 3rd place in the Bord Bia All Ireland Quality Potato Championships for his local potatoes. The competition is designed to increase the level of awareness among growers of what constitutes a good quality potato. It is estimated that a total of 9,800 hectares of potatoes are grown by an estimated 540 growers in Ireland.

1,644 ‘locked up’ TB farms facing financial ‘double whammy’ WATERFORD ICMSA has drawn attention to the acute challenges faced by the 1,644 herds that have been restricted since the 1st of January of this year due to outbreaks with TB. The Chair of Waterford ICMSA, Billy O’Callaghan, said that many of the herds have been restricted since 2017 and have faced two fodder crisises with excess stock: “These farmers are particularly vulnerable and really need to be supported”, he said. “They can’t sell anything out of the farm while at the same time can’t afford to keep feeding their stock – there are

suffering a classic ‘double-whammy’ and we’d appeal to the Department to look at some way of giving these farms some kind of relief and practical help. The blunt fact is that the present levels of income support and hardship grants on offer are really only token gestures when set against levels of expenditure and fall in income these farmers are experiencing. At the very least, the Hardship Grant should be extended to cover the summer months and not cease at the end of April as at present,” concluded the Carrick farmer.

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IF there is one sport which has been good to us in international competition, it has been track and field, with a definite emphasis on the track. Names like John Treacy, Eamon Coughlan, Ray Flynn and Olympic Gold medallist, Ronnie Delaney. Hot on the heels of our Irish Women’s Hockey team taking Silver at the World Cup, our own Thomas Barr delivered for us again in Berlin last week when he took bronze in the European Championships in the 400m Hurdles. This is a very prestigious win, considering he comes from a qualifying nation of 4.6 million, competing against the combined nations of Europe numbering 741 million. Let’s for argument’s sake say that a country produces one exceptional athlete per million of the population, then we would have five against

Germany’s 83; France’s 65 and Italy’s 60. Not the most scientific way of assessing our place, but it is logical. So, against the weight of odds, Thomas Barr did exceptionally well and should be lauded and celebrated accordingly. Local Athletics Supremo, James Veale (he has over 30 years at the athletics helm) was there in Berlin to see the Irish do well and applaud and photograph Thomas Barr in his moments of glory. “This is an achievement which has been coming to Thomas for quite some time now,” he told me, fresh off the ’plane from Berlin on Monday night. “Thomas has been knocking on the door for the last four or five years and now, he has made the medals breakthrough in Europe,” says James. “This should not come as a great

surprise to those who follow the sport because Thomas has dominated the 400m Hurdles at home for the past seven years taking seven successive national Titles in his sport. The more recent of these was just ” “He has now proved himself a world-class athlete, he has been matching his personal best and this you have to do if you hope to be in the medals. It looked at one stage as if he might reach silver, Thomas Barr’s running of the semi-final to qualify for the final of the 400m hurdles was described as ‘the performance of his life’. He smashed his own Irish record to win the third semi-final in a time of 48.39. In the Final, Thomas, who is from Ferrybank, ran a season's best in 48.31, which is also the fastest he has run since finishing fourth in the 2016 Olympic final in Rio, a competition from which he came away very

disappointed. However, he laid that ghost to rest last week and has formally entered the top echelon of his sport as a medallist in European Competition. After Thomas, the next best in the Championships was Ciara Mageean who finished fourth in the women’s 1500m Final at the same Championships in Berlin. Mageean was involved in a three-way battle for silver and bronze as Laura Muir was well clear to claim her first major outdoor Championship medal. Ciara, unfortunately, did not get into the medals and had to be content for 4th place. No matter that fourth in Europe is a very creditable achievement, hopefully heralding better places in the future, but it is the medals that really count and a delighted Tom Barr brought one home last week.

A delighted Thomas Barr shows his delight and his medal to the Berlin crowd from the podium. [James Veale]

Greenway is now a Pilgrim Way SOME weeks ago, I mentioned here on the back page about the possible link between the Greenway and the Camino de Santiago and how some of that traditional walk could be commenced here on the Greenway.

In the meantime, The Greenway Man himself, Garvan Cummins has been in contact and gave me some information on the traditional link between Waterford and La Corunna, the port near the Camino route in

Spain. “The Camino, as most people probably know at this stage, is a Pilgrimage route which has been active for over a thousand years to Santiago de Compostela,” he said. “Back in Medieval times around the 15th / 16th Centuries, Waterford was a major port trading with Spain and especially with La Corunna near the Camino, to where they brought pilgrims. Dublin, Galway and Dingle were also ports trading with Spain at the time. “Pilgrims sailed to La Corunna and walked to Santiago, a distance of 75k, a lengthy walk after what might have been a rough voyage. One of those pilgrims was James Rice, nine times Mayor of Waterford and whose tomb with a skeleton effigy and pilgrim shell are in Christchurch Cathedral in Waterford. He walked the Camino in 1483 and 1493. “The tradition of the Camino faded over the centuries until a priest revived the tradition about thirty years ago. There is now a ‘Camino Passport’ which pilgrims can get stamped at approved locations along the route. Those locations include the Dungarvan, Durrow and Kilmacthomas at the Greenway

Man Cycles and Christchurch Cathedral in the City. “If the pilgrim walks a certified 100k or cycles 200k, then they are entitled to the Compostela, or certificate of completion which can be obtained from Santiago Cathedral. The route to which the Déise Greenway is affiliated is the Camino Inglés, the traditional route from La Corunna to Santiago. This, however, is only 75k, so if people wish to get the Compostela (Certificate) they have to complete a further 25k. Traditionally, as with most pilgrimages, the Way of Saint James began at one's home and ended at the pilgrimage site. Now, the Camino authorities are allowing pilgrims to gain their other 25k on an approved route of their own choosing, or in their own country. This applies to the Camino Inglés only as it is too short in itself. It does not apply to the Camino Francés which is 800k long. Garvan has received his authorisation to stamp passports from the Camino Society in Dublin, which now allows pilgrims to fulfil the full terms of the Camino Inglés and get their Compostela in Spain. “There is no commercial side to this,” says Garvan. “We

do it on a voluntary basis, but it does add stature and credibility to the Déise Greenway and assists pilgrims to complete their personal mission.” I’m glad to be able to add information on this new element

of the Greenway which just might encourage people to take on the 100k or 800k walk or cycle in Galicia in Spain. Always something new at the Greenway and we are pleased to tell people about it.

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TALLOW EDGES WESTERN THRILLER

DUNGARVAN WINS MICHAEL DANAGHER CUP

GER Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;DONOVAN LEVELS LOCAL DERBY

DUBLIN HORSE SHOW

Senior Hurling Champioinship Round-up

Dungarvan 0-15; Fourmilewater 0-12.

Ballinameela 2-12; Geraldines 1-15.

Hat-trick for Waterford riders

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Thomas Barr winner of a European bronze medal in the 400m hurdles at the track and field championships held in Berlin last week.

BRILLIANT BARR WINS BRONZE IN BERLIN

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TALLOW EDGES WESTERN THRILLER JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP KNOCKOUT GAME Ballyduff's Sean Kenny gets away from Tallow's Jake Neville during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling play-off in Lismore GAA Grounds [Sean Byrne]

Tallow ……………………… 3-22; Ballyduff ……………………1-27. (after extra-time) WITH this knockout senior hurling championship game in added time in extra time and the sides level, there was the opportunity to reward both sets of players after this magnificent local derby game in Lismore to end this one in a draw and every player out on the field didn’t deserve to lose a game that will live long in the memory of everyone privileged enough to witness it. What a replay would have done for the promotion of the game in the far West is immeasurable and with neither of the clubs fielding football teams or involved in any other grade, the build up to a second game for next weekend would be the talk of both parishes. However, credit Tallow sub Tommy Daly, he struck a crucial winning score off his left hand side in added time to put Tallow’s name into the drum for the quarter-finals. This game attracted a gate of €1,934 to the Castle farm venue which like the Cappoquin v Lismore game in Ballyduff a few years ago tells us that all matches don’t have to be played in the Fraher Field. The atmosphere was electric and Ballyduff made the occasion by giving the pre match favourites a right game of it throughout. The Reds looked the likely winners in the first half at the end of which they led by 1-11 to 1-6. In added time at the end of the second half, Ballyduff led by 1-19 to 1-16 and it took a goal from a long range free into a crowded goalmouth by Tommy Ryan to keep the eventual winners in contention at 2-16 to 1-19.

As it was, the final quarter in normal time was as enthralling a contest as we will witness in this year’s championship.The accuracy of Tommy Ryan and Man of the Match Eoghan Murray from placed balls and the excellent point scoring from play of Andrew Casey and Ryan Grey were a pleasure to witness and the very end of the game could not have been scripted any better. With the sides level for the seventh time in the first minute of added time, Ballyduff’s Jamie Kearney had a point effort come back off the upright and at the other end Ballyduff goalie Conor Sheehan came off his line to deny Tallow substitute Bob McCarthy what would surely, or in this thriller, maybe the winning score. Wides: Tallow 14. Ballyduff 10. Back came Tommy Ryan with a point from play in the second minute of the three added to land what again looked like the winner only for Eoghan Murray to reply immediately with his second point from play to send the game to extra time at 2-17 (T) to 1-20 (B). Ballyduff looked the likely winners in the first half of extra time even though a Jordan Henley sideline, again in a crowded goalmouth, went all the way to the net in the 61st minute. But for the remaining nine minutes there was only one team in it with Kevin Casey, who made a tremendous contribution to his side, Sean Casey and Eoghan Murray (2f) giving the Reds a 0-1 advantage at half-time on a score of 1-24 to 3-17. Andrew Casey, who was a key figure towards the end of the game with delightful scores from play and from a sideline, increased

Ballyduff’s advantage ten seconds into the final period of extra time. Tommy Ryan, who had been quite enough in the first half, was a major player for the Bridesiders at the death. He almost dragged Tallow over the line on his own with his accuracy from placed balls. A 72nd minute pointed free by Ryan was replied to by Eoghan Murray one minute later, 1-26 (29) to 3-18 (27) and with five minutes to go in normal time in extra time Andrew Casey slotted over his fifth score to leave Ballyduff three points to the good. At this stage, Ballyduff looked set for the quarter finals with relegation worries gone but this proved to be the Reds final score. It was Tallow who sprinted for the line to deserve their win and after points by Tommy Ryan (1’65’, 1f) and Ryan Grey’s fifth, the teams were level for the tenth occasion in the 78th minute. It was all Tallow now, Ryan Grey was wide with what would have been the winner but it was Tommy Daly who became the Brideside hero with a point over the blackspot to win one of the best contests ever at the Lismore venue. This game had a special look about it from the start. Ballyduff thundered out of the blocks and Tallow keeper Shaun O’Sullivan was called upon to deny the Casey brothers Andrew and Sean separate green flags inside the first two minutes. However, Ballyduff did not release their hold on proceedings and by the 13th minute they led by 0-6 to 0-1. Tallow were floundering and it took a fortuitous goal in the 15th minute after a long run out of defence by Mark O’Brien to de-

ceive goalie Conor Sheehan in the slippery and wet conditions to bring them into the game, 0-6 to1-1. This major had an immediate effect on the Tallow players. Eight minutes later they were level at 0-7 to 1-4 after awakening scores by Ian Beecher, Ryan Grey and Tommy Ryan. Darah Buckley shot Tallow into the lead for the first time 23 minutes in and when Ryan Grey scored again, one expected Tallow to drive on to their expected victory. Yet, Ballyduff proved that they were not just a first quarter wonder. In a most crucial period of the match for them, they dominated the remainder of the half in both general play and on the scoreboard. Points by Eoghan Murray (f) and Jamie Kearney had the teams level by the 26th minute and when Kevin Casey pounced on a breaking ball from an Eoghan Murray 28th minute free to rattle the dressing room end net, Ballyduff were back in the driving seat, 1-9 to 1-6. Tommy Daly replaced Jake Neville for Tallow in the 28th minute and Eoghan Murray struck his eighth and ninth first half points to leave the Reds deservingly in front by 1-11 to 1-6 at the break. The third quarter belonged to Tallow, not only did they commendably haul in Ballyduff but they shot into the lead by the 48th minute at 1-15 to 1-13. Key to their comeback was the influence from play and from scoring of Ian Beecher, Tommy Ryan and Ryan Grey while David O’Brien marshalled his defence to perfection during this period. After an earlier lapse, Ballyduff keeper made a terrific save from Ryan Grey at the expense of a ‘65’ at the end of a searching run by

Tommy Ryan. Key Reds’ player Shane Kearney was forced to retire injured in the 40th minute being replaced by Oran Leamy, who fitted in well. Andrew Casey thundered into the game in the final ten minutes, he scored two magnificent points from play, his first of the match, and by the 55th minute parity had been restored on a scoreline of 1-16 each. The scoreboard at the Lismore venue was invaluable for both the teams and the spectators as this game matured to its thrilling conclusion. Ballyduff dominated the final five minutes of the second half via scores by Eoghan Murray (2f) and a truly magnificent sideline cut by Andrew Casey before the rest of this thoroughly enjoyable encounter concluded as described earlier. Credit Tallow, though not playing to their best form, they grinded out the win when it looked as if they were beaten. They will be glad to have this one behind them and they can now look forward to a tilt as underdogs at one of the fancied ‘top four’ in the quarter finals. Ballyduff played better than anybody expected after their defeat to Ballygunner. Not only did they restore pride in the jersey but they showed that they can survive in the top tier if they will repeat this standard they produced in Lismore. Eoghan Murray accounted for 0-18, a remarkable feat, including taking full advantage of too much Tallow indiscipline. The neutral came away from the venue disappointed that there wasn’t another day to look forward to in the far West. With Ballygunner so

far ahead of the possee, the championship needs battles like this for the promotion of club hurling in the County and particularly in the Western division. Tallow’s Top Three: Tommy Ryan, David O’Brien, Ryan Grey. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Eoghan Murray, Kevin Casey, Andrew Casey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Eoghan Murray. Number of Scorers: Tallow 7. Ballyduff 5. Scores From Play: Tallow 1-13. Ballyduff 1-13. Frees For: Tallow 17. Ballyduff 23. Wides: Tallow 14. Ballyduff 10. Score of the Match: Andrew Casey’s point from a sideline cut in the 59th minute. Scorers – Tallow: Tommy Ryan 1-12 (1-7f, 2’65’s’), Ryan Grey 0-5, Mark O’Brien 1-0, Jordan Henley 1-0 (sl.), Ian Beecher 0-3, Darah Buckley and Thomas Daly 0-1 each. Ballyduff: Eoghan Murray, 0-18 (15f, 1’65’), Kevin Casey 1-2, Andrew Casey 0-5 (1sl.), Jamie Kearney and Sean Casey 0-1 each. Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Kenneth Kearney, David O’Brien, Jake Beecher; Mark O’Brien, Robbie Geary, Rob Beecher; Ian Bee her, Jordan Henley; Jake Neville, Kieran Geary, Tommy Ryan; Evan Sheehan, Ryan Grey, Darah Buckley. Subs: Tommy Daly for Jake Neville (28), Bob McCarthy for Evan Sheehan (54), Brian McCarthy for Kieran Geary (68), Mikey Tobin for Jake Beecher (inj. 73), Evan Sheehan for Darah Buckley. Ballyduff: Conor Sheehan; Michael Kearney, Seamus Hannon, Jamie Hannon; Jamie Kearney, Conor Murray, Shane Hannon; Fionnan Hickey, Sean Kenny; Andrew Casey, Eoghan Murray, Shane Kearney; Kevin Casey, Michael McCormack, Sean Casey. Subs: Oran Leamy for Shane Kearney (inj. 41), Eoin O’Brien for Michael McCormack (ht, et). Referee: Michael Wadding (Roanmore).

13 year old group with Coaches Saoirse Hayes and Daniel Kiely at the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community School organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.

[Sean Byrne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

AN RINN RALLY TOO LATE JJ KAVANAGH COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP KNOCKOUT GAME An Rinn's Donal Breathnach in possession against Mt. Sion's Evan McGrath during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling play-off in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne]

Mount Sion ……………...…0-21; An Rinn …………………… 2-13. AN Rinn fared much better than anticipated against Mt. Sion in the first of the three senior hurling championship games at the Fraher Field last Sunday. The Gaeltacht men came with a late burst in an attempt to upset pre match predictions but the placing of Christy Breathnach at full forward was made too late to snatch victory. An Rinn’s superior fitness saw them dominate the final minutes of the match and Mt. Sion were hanging on when Referee Tommy Sullivan blew the full time whistle. Trailing by 0-5 with eight minutes left at 0-19 to 1-11, An Rinn upped their game and points by Darach O Cathasaigh in the 52nd minute and Donie Breathnach (f) six minutes later left just a goal between the teams. Christy Breathnach caused havoc in front of the country end goal as the game reached its climax and two minutes into added time he drove at the ‘Sion defence

before planting the sliotar in the net, 0-20 to 2-13. Older brother Bili Breatnach, who was introduced as a late sub off their junior side, had an opportunity to level matters before Austin Gleeson steadied the Mt. Sion ship with his thirteenth point of the day before the final whistle. From the off in this game, An Rinn matched the winners and they received a morale boosting start when both Fearghal O Cuirrin and Donie Breathnach (f) opened the scoring inside three minutes. Austin Gleeson started at full forward but the measure of An Rinn’s challenge saw him moved out the field from an early stage. Gleeson (f) opened Mt. Sion’s account in the 5th minute but further minors by Fearghal O Cuirin and Donie Breathnach (65) kept An Rinn in the driving seat on the scoreboard at 0-4 to 0-1. At the conclusion of a low scoring first quarter points by Austin Gleeson from a free and a superbly struck sideline cut left just 0-1 the differ-

ence at 0-4 to 0-3. An Rinn were not led for the remainder of the half thanks to scores by Donie Breathnach (3f) and Fearghal O Cuirrin’s third point, though Mt. Sion did draw level twice with returns by Owen Whelan, Austin Gleeson (3f) and Stephen Roche. The teams finished the half where they started, level, on an interval scoreline of 0-8 each. The early minutes of the new half were played out evenly with ‘Sion taking the lead for the first time in the 34th minute. A Fearghal O Ceallaigh point levelled the game for the final time in the 35th minute at 0-10 each before the winners produced their best period of hurling. Jack Meaney pointed ‘Sion into the lead before Donie O Murchadha saved brilliantly from Martin O’Neill at the expense of a converted Austin Gleeson sixty five, 0-12 to 0-10. ‘Sion forged further ahead via minors per John Kennedy, Jack Meaney and Austin

Gleeson, 0-15to 0-10 and 41 minutes on the clock. Credit An Rinn’s resolve and fitness, they won the remainder of the game by 2-3 to 0-2 in a commendable attempt to cause a major championship shock. Donie Breatnach commenced their comeback with a 44th minute pointed free, replied to by Evan McGrath before Breathnach struck for a 46th minute goal to leave just 0-2 the difference at 0-16 to 1-11. The lead up to this goal deserves mention as Fearghal O Ceallaigh worked hard to relieve ‘Sion of possession coming out of defence and place Breathnach for the first goal of the game. Two further Austin Gleeson pointed frees and a minor by sub Evan Curran negated An Rinn’s goal before the afore mentioned comeback ensued with the winners stumbling over the line. While An Rinn will be happy enough with their display, they still have the serious matter of relegation to concern them and drawn

against Lismore they will have it all to do to survive at the first attempt. Mt. Sion have drawn De La Salle in the quarter final and on their performance here it will be in more hope than confidence that they will contest this game. Mt. Sion’s Top Three: Austin Gleeson, Owen Whelan, John Kennedy. An Rinn’s Top Three: Donie Breathnach, Fearghal O Cuirrin, Conor O Cuirrin. Observer’s Man of the Match: Austin Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Mt. Sion 7. An Rinn 5. Scores From Play: Mt. Sion 0-10. An Rinn 2-5. Frees For: Mt. Sion 12. An Rinn 10. Wides: Mt. Sion 8. An Rinn3. Score of the Match: Austin Gleeson’s 41st minute point from play for Mt. Sion. Scorers – Mt. Sion: Austin Gleeson 0-13 (9f, 1 ‘sl’, 1’65’), Stephen Roche and Jack Meaney 0-2 each, Owen Whelan, John Kennedy, Evan McGrath and Evan Curran 0-1 each. An Rinn: Donie Breathnach 1-8 (7f, 1’65’), Christy Breathnach 1-0, Fearghal

O Cuirrin 0-3, Fearghal O Ceallaigh agus Darach O Cathasaigh 0-1 an duine. Mt. Sion: Ian O Regan; Barry Ryan, Peter Penkert, Mark Hoban; Martin O’Neill, Owen Whelan, Mikey Daykin; John Kennedy, Aaron Dempsey; Stephen Roche, Donal Power, Evan McGrath; Jack Meaney, Austin Gleeson, Alan Kirwan. Subs: Ben Flanagan for Aaron Dempsey (36), Evan Curran for Alan Kirwan (45), Stephen O’Neill for Mark Hoban (53), Edward Cullen for Donal Power (60). An Rinn: Donie O Murchadha; Conor O Cuirrin, Ray O Ceallaigh, Shane O Cuirrin; Noel O Murchadha, Darach O Cathasaigh, Lorcan O Corraoin; Ferdia O hAodha, Deaglan O hArtaigh; Christy Breathnach, Fearghal O Cuirrin, Donie Breathnach; Fearghal O Ceallaigh, Padraig O Murchadha, Liam O Lonain. Fir Ionaid: Cian O Conchubair do Liam O Lonain (44), Eamonn O Crotaigh do Deaglan O hArtaigh (49), Bili Breathnach do Fearghal O Ceallaigh (55). Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin).

Fourmilewater fall at the last hurdle Roanmore ………………… 1-22; Fourmilewater ………….… 3-15. (AET) FOURMILEWATER suffered an agonising defeat in the second senior hurling game at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon when, like Ballyduff the night before, they were edged out of the championship in extra-time by a Roanmore side that grew in stature as this game progressed. The quality of this game, especially in the second half was not of a high standard but the closeness of the game in its final period made up for this. Roanmore never led in normal time and it was in the second minute of the first half of extra time that they led their opponents for the first time. This fact makes defeat a bitter pill to swallow for Fourmilewater and also after getting an ideal start to the game and having scoring opportunities to win both at the end of normal time and at the end of extra time. Credit Roanmore, though, they once again displayed all of their spirited and fighting qualities after conceding two goals inside the first two minutes of the game and then losing regular goalie Billy Nolan to injury in the 20th minute. They survived both these calamities, slowly but surely getting back into contention while sub keeper Jack Chester went on to play an out-

standing game between the posts for the winners. The players hadn’t broken sweat when Fourmilewater went straight for the jugular on the throw-in. Thirty six seconds were on the clock when Shane Walsh rounded his marker to plant the ball in the country end goal and one minute later he provided for Dylan Guiry to do likewise as Roanmore were rocked off their feet. There was an unreal atmosphere around the Shandon venue at this point, indicating that perhaps this game was already over at this early stage. It was seven minutes into the action that Roanmore opened their account via a Billy Nolan pointed free but Dylan Guiry replied similarly one minute later. Shane Ryan (F) and Frank McGrath (R) traded points from play before Roanmore got the score that lifted their spirits and brought them back into the game when Emmet O’Toole struck a great goal in the town end on eleven minutes, 2-2 to 1-2. Both number sixes then got into the scoring act when Tom Barron pointed two frees for Fourmilewater either side of a contender for score of the match by Roanmore’s Brian Nolan. After Billy Nolan’s unfortunate injury, Emmet O’Toole put two frees over the bar by the 27th minute followed by Fourmile’s first score in

eight minutes per Conor Gleeson, 2-5 to 1-5. O’Toole had his first score from play in the 30th minute at a stage that six minutes of added time were announced due to Billy Nolan’s injury. Roanmore continued their revival with two further pointed frees by Emmet O’Toole and Gavin O’Brien with Ciaran Walsh splitting these scores with one from play in the 6th minute. In all, eight minutes of added time were played, Fourmilewater led at the break by 2-6 to 1-8 and Roanmore were well and truly back on track. Shane Nolan replaced David Barrett at half time while the start of the second half resembled that of the first when Craig Guiry placed Jamie Barron for their side’s third goal to ask another question of Roanmore’s resolve. However, one aspect Roanmore is not lacking in is their battling qualities and they knuckled down again at hauling in their opponents. Between the 31st and the 46th minute, Roanmore scored five points to Fourmilewater’s three. All of Roanmore’s scores in this period bar Eoin Madigan’s in the 35th minute came from frees by either Emmet O’Toole or Gavin O’Brien. Of Fourmilewater’s scores Jamie Barron struck two from play, the first from a near impossible angle and Conor Gleeson supplied the third, 3-9 to 1-13.

When Tom Barron pointed his third free in the 47th minute, little did we know that this would be Fourmile’s last score until the ninth minute of extra time. Both sides were going in different direction momentum wise and the outcome was that Gavin O’Brien added three further pointed frees, the equalising one in the third and final minute of added time, level for the first occasion as the final whistle of normal time sounded. Jamie Barron had three opportunities to swing the game Fourmile’s way in the latter stages but his luck was out having contributed a valuable 1-2 to this team’s tally earlier on. EXTRA-TIME Roanmore had the bit firmly between their teeth at the start of extra time and they shot into a three point lead inside six minutes via Gavin O’Brien, 0-2 (1’65’) and Dale Hayes from an Emmet O’Toole pass. Fourmile’s first score in all of 22 minutes arrived via Shane Ryan from play in the 69th minute while Shane Walsh had his second goal attempt well save by Jack Chester. A point from play by Jamie Barron left his side just 0-1 in arrears at half-time in extra time on a score of 3-12 to 1-19. As later events proved, Roanmore’s three early extra-time points made all the difference at the end of the day. Emmet O’Toole stretched

Roanmore’s lead to 0-2 at the start of the second period of extra time. Jamie Barron replied from play before Gavin O’Brien (‘65’) and Fourmile substitute Kenny Brazil (a fine effort), brought the game back to the minimum at 1-21 to 3-14. A mazy run by Jamie Barron past the Roanmore defence ended with a wide in the 79th minute and bang on eighty minutes, Dylan Guiry pointed a Fourmilewater free to level the game. However, as in Lismore the night before, this game was decided in added time in extra time, the difference here being that the added time was announced in difference to no P.A. system in Lismore. Roanmore, after such a disastrous start to the game, secured their placing in the quarter finals when Gavin O’Brien struck his seventh pointed free in the 82nd minute. Fourmilewater had one last opportunity to bring the game to a replay but Jamie Barron’s gallant attempt to save the match was just off target. Roanmore’s reward for winning is a tough draw against Ballygunner in the quarter final while Fourmlewater will contest the first stage of the relegation competition against Ballyduff. Roanmore’s Top Three: Gavin O’Brien, Emmet O’Toole, Frank McGrath. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Jamie Barron, Tom O’Gorman, Shane Ryan. Observer’s Man of the Match:

Gavin O’Brien. Number of Scorers: Roanmore 7. Fourmilewater 8. Scores From Play: Roanmore 1-6 . Fourmilewater 3-10. Frees For: Roanmore 21. Fourmilewater 10. Wides: Roanmore 9. Fourmile 6. Score of the Match: Brian Nolan’s 13th minute point for Roanmore. Scorers – Roanmore: Emmet O’Toole 1-7 (6f), Gavin O’Brien 0-10 (7f, 2’65’), Dale Hayes, Brian Nolan, Frank McGrath and Eoin Madigan 0-1 each, Billy Nolan 0-1f. Fourmilewater: Jamie Barron 1-4, Dylan Guiry 1-2 (2f), Shane Walsh 1-0, Shane Ryan and Conor Gleeson 0-2 each, Ciaran Walsh and Kenny Brazil 0-1 each. Roanmore: Billy Nolan; Charlie Chester, Chris Dempsey, Stephen Grant; Colm Burke, Brian Nolan, Ray Connolly; Frank McGrath, Eoin Madigan; Eamonn Power, Emmet O’Toole, David Barrett; Daniel Murphy, Gavin O’Brien, Cein Chester. Subs: Jack Chester for Billy Nolan (inj. 20), Shane Nolan for David Barrett (ht), Dale Hayes for Cein Chester (34), Conor Ryan for Colm Burke (47), Dean Reidy for Eamonn Power (e.t.). Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan; James McGrath, Tom O’Gorman, Darren Guiry; Dermot Ryan, Tom Barron, Tholom Guiry; Shane Ryan, Conor Gleeson; Michael O’Gorman, Jamie Barron, Craig Guiry; Dylan Guiry, Shane Walsh, Ciaran Walsh. Subs: Gearoid Hearn for Craig Guiry (62), Kenny Brazil for Tholom Guiry (69). Referee: Pat Casey (Affane/ Cappoquin).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Extra-time goals gives Dungarvan victory JJ KAVANAGH COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP KNOCKOUT GAME Dungarvan's Kieran Power in possession against Lismore's Paudie Coleman during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior hurling play-off match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne]

Dungarvan …………………2-23; Lismore …………………… 2-20. AFTER two games already going to extra-time in the senior championship over the weekend, this one which attracted the biggest attendance with a gate of €3,752 followed suit at the Fraher Field on Sunday evening last. Certain pairings attract the crowds and this game didn’t disappoint between two very evenly matched sides. Stand out features include Maurice Shanahan’s 59th minute goal, Iarlaith Daly’s coming of age on the senior scene and Ray Barry’s early second half influence, all for Lismore, while Colm Curran’s fielding and scoring, Kieran Power’s master display, Gavin Power’s superb extra- time goal and the transformation of defender to attacker Aaron Donnolly all shone out for Dungarvan. ` Both teams were short players with full back David Prendergast an absentee for Lismore and Darragh Lyons, Patrick Curran, Kevin Daly and Cormac Curran unavailable for the Blues. The winners used three of their junior title winning team from the previous Friday evening in Sean Crotty, Gavin Power and Joe Duggan and all three made an impression on proceedings. Dungarvan were the better team in the first half and the end of which they led by 0-11 to 0-7. Colm Curran, who emigrates this week for two years, made a big impact when he caught the first of many high balls and opened the scoring in the country end just 41 seconds into the game. Joe Allen added a score before Maurice Shanahan, who accounted for all but two of his side’s first half scores, opened

Lismore’s account. In a very open game with loads of space around the field, Dungarvan were well on top with Colm Curran (2) and Kieran Power stretching their lead to 0-5 to 0-2 by the 10th minute. Points from play by Maurice Shanahan and Ray Barry settled Lismore and at the end of the first quarter there was just 0-1 the difference after free taking exchanges by Shanahan and Cathal Curran, 0-6 to 0-5. Michael Kiely, Cathal Curran (f) and Gavin Crotty (2) got on the scoring list for the winners with a further reply by Ray Barry which left the Blues in front by 0-10 to 0-6 after 22 minutes. The first goal chance of the evening, and there were a few, fell to Joe Allen in the 27th minute but the only other scores of the half were a pointed free by Maurice Shanahan and a point from play by Michael Kiely from a Conor Sheridan pass. Nine of Dungarvan’s scores came from play compared to three by Lismore. For a game that Dungarvan looked to be in control of, it was changed around very speedily when just after 24 seconds of the new half, Ray Barry, now operating at corner forward, rounded his marker and slammed the ball into the country end net. Inside the minute, Jamie Nagle made a crucial block on Maurice Shanahan’s goal attempt before the latter levelled the match for the first time with his fifth pointed free. Three minutes in, Lismore had completed a 0-5 turn around when Ray Barry rifled over his third point from play and it was all Lismore at this point. Jack Prendergast was through for what looked like a cer-

Enjoying the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA [Sean Byrne] Grounds and Blackwater Community School.

tain goal only for Cathal Curran to deliver a timely hook. Ray Barry struck a contender for score of the match bringing his tally to 1-4 after 37 minutes of play. Dungarvan were being torn asunder at this stage and Jamie Nagle, who revelled in his new position at full back, was called upon again to deny a Lismore goal attempt by Jordan Shanahan in the 39th minute. This game should have been over as a contest by now and Lismore were to rue their missed match winning opportunities. Dungarvan badly required a score and the only one they got in the third quarter was from a fortuitous awarded free in the 40th minute which Cathal Curran pointed, 1-10 to 0-12. Maurice Shanahan pointed from play and it was unreal at this stage to see on the scoreboard that there was only 0-2 between the sides. Dungarvan, at last, came out for the second half, starting with a fine goal attempt by Gavin Crotty being superbly blocked by Seanie Barrya t the expense of an unconverted ’65’. Cometh the hour and Cometh the man, at the start of the third quarter, Aaron Donnolly thundered into the game with a brace of points either side of a score by Colm Curran and with 48 minutes on the clock, Dungarvan were to the good by 0-15 to 1-11. Maurice Shanahan was through on goal in the 49th minute to be rugby styled taken down by Kieran Power at the expense of a yellow card for the Blues centre back. The teams were level for the third time with the resultant free at 0-15 to 1-12. The young guns took over in the 50th minute when Dungarvan

sub Sean Crotty and Lismore’s Iarlaith Daly, the latter now operating in the middle of the field, traded points. The winners restored their early match dominance at this point resulting in two pointed frees by Cathal Curran and a second from play by Joe Allen to leave them ahead after 57 minutes at 0-19 to 1-13. However, we were treated to a portion of magic two minutes later when Maurice Shanahan soloed the majority distance of the Shandon venue to plant the sliotar in the Dungarvan net despite being pursued by a possee of opponents. It was a moment well worth the admission fee and more importantly from Lismore’s viewpoint the teams were now level at 2-13 to 0-19. Two minutes of added time were announced and Cathal Curran gave Dungarvan a 0-1 lead before Iarlaith Daly sent the game to extra time with a score in the 63rd minute. EXTRA-TIME Lismore were the quicker side to react to the extra time scenario with Iarlaith Daly (62) and Maurice Shanahan (f) (‘65’)) edging them in front. Cathal Curran was wide with a free for Dungarvan before Gavin Crotty, who was now lording the midfield exchanges, placed Joe Allen for his third point and 66 minutes played. Lismore confirmed their first half in extra time dominance with a Ray Barry score, 2-17 to 0-21 but Iarlaith Daly was short with a further pointed effort. Dungarvan struck four wides in this period and at this stage Lismore looked the more likelier to prevail.

Colm Curran, once again, led by example with a point from play in the 72nd minute only for Finbarr Reaney to negate this with a batted effort over the bar one minute later, 2-18 to 0-22. The Blues were playing better at this stage and Aaron Donnolly struck his third point in the 74th minute. The game was turned on its head in a one minute period in favour of the winners when first of all, sub Gavin Power soared high into the air to catch a Gavin Crotty delivery and then crash the sliotar into the back of the town goal. This gave Dungarvan the lead for the first time since half time and within the minute they were back in front of goal where Aaron Donnolly fought tigerishly to gain possession and without his hurley he headed for goal and the former county minor footballer kicked the ball into the net, 2-23 to 2-18. Credit Lismore, they fought back for the final five minutes of action. Darren Duggan was called upon to make a truly remarakable save from an Iarlaith Daly pile driver to prevent the sliotar entering the top right hand corner of the goal at the expense of a point. Dropping the ball in on more than one occasion, Lismore sought an equalising goal but Maurice Shanahan was shepherded away from goal in the last play after Finbarr Reaney’s earlier drop in from a ‘65’ went over the bar for the final score of yet another enthralling championship fixture last weekend. Like the other three games a draw would have been a fair result here but Dungarvan’s two late goals at the opportune stage in the game made all the difference.

Dungarvan will play one of the championship favourites Passage in the quarter finals while Lismore have been paired with An Rinn in the first stage of the relegation stakes. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Colm Curran, Kieran Power, Jamie Aaron Donnolly. Lismore’s Top Three: Ray Barry, Maurice Shanahan, Iarlaith Daly. Observer’s Man of the Match: Colm Curran. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 9. Lismore 4. Scores From Play: Dungarvan 2-18. Lismore 2-12. Frees For: Dungarvan 11. Lismore 17. Wides: Dungarvan 15. Lismore 13. Score of the Match: Maurice Shanahan’s 59th minute goal from play, one to remember! Scorers – Dungarvan: Aaron Donnolly 1-3, Colm Curran 0-5, Cathal Curran 0-6f, Gavin Power 1-0, Joe Allen 0-3, Mike Kiely and Gavin Crotty 0-2 each, Kieran Power and Sean Crotty 0-1 each. Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 1-9 (7f), Ray Barry 1-5, Iarlaith Daly 0-4, Finbarr Reaney 0-2 (1’65’). Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Jack Lacey, Jamie Nagle, Luke Egan; John Curran, Kieran Power, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran, Conor Sheridan; Gavin Crotty, Mike Kiely, Joe Allen. Aaron Donnolly, Colm Curran, Kealan Daly. Subs: Sean Crotty for Luke Egan (41), Gavin Power for Conor Sheridan (inj, 52), Joe Duggan for Kealan Daly (59). Lismore: Seanie Barry; Aaron Whelan, Shane Heaphy, Pat Hennessy; Iarlaith Daly, Paudie Prendergast, Stevie Barry; Ray Barry, Paudie Coleman; Finbarr Reaney, Maurice Shanahan, Jack Prendergast; Peter O’Keeffe, Dan Shanahan, Jordan Shanahan. Subs: Ronan Landers for Peter O’Keeffe (ht), Brendan Landers for Jordan Shanahan (52), Eric O’Sullivan for Stevie Barry(70), Philip O’Keeffe for Dan Shanahan (77). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

12 year old group with Coaches Laura Mulcahy and Brian Looby at the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community School organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne]

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DUNGARVAN WIN MICHAEL DANAGHER CUP The Local Bar Western Junior Hurling, Senior Attached Championship Final Pat Grant, Chairman Western GAA Board presents the Danaher Cup to Dungarvan's Captain, Kealan Barry. The Junior B Hurling Championship was kindly sponsored by The Local Bar. [Sean Byrne]

Dungarvan …………………0-15; Fourmilewater ……………. 0-12. DUNGARVAN’S junior hurlers continued their unbeaten run in the senior attached Western championship in Colligan last Friday evening with a hard won three points win in the final over Fourmilwater. Level on seven occasions in all, this final had a look of a draw about it for most of the game until the Blues finished the stronger with three late points to claim this title for the first time. In a dramatic finish, the teams were level at 0-12 each when Fourmile goalie Davy Ryan was sent to the line in the 57th minute after which the pendulum swung Dungarvan’s way and points from play by Liam and Sean Ryan and Jamie Hallahan clinched the title for Michael McLoughlin’s charges. Eamonn Wall opened the scoring for Fourmile with an early point from play but this was the only match occasion that his side enjoyed the lead. Conor Duggan replied with a peach of a point for the winners and three consecutive scores by Sean Crotty (2f) and Sean Ryan put the biggest margin between the teams at any stage at 0-4 to 0-1. Not for the only time in this hard fought battle, Fourmile came back at the Blues and three uninterrupted scores by Jordan Ryan, (1f, 1’65’) had the sides back on level pegging at the end of the first quarter. In a very evenly contested first moiety, Sean Ryan and Seamus Lawlor traded minors as did Sean Crotty (f) and Tommy Cooney before Crotty, again, with a similar score edged Dungarvan ahead at 0-7 to 0-6. A key moment surfaced late in

the first half when Dungarvan goalie Gavin Power made a superb save to deny Tommy Cooney what looked like a certain goal after he sliced open the Blues defence. Jordan Ryan was wide with a free attempt before he pointed one to level proceedings for the fourth time and send the teams into the half time break on a score of 0-7 each. Dungarvan started the second half well and scores by Liam Ryan and Joe Duggan had their side back in front before Fourmilewater again proved their were in for the long haul with a brace of Jordan Ryan pointed frees inside forty minutes, 0-9 each. This match trend continued with Sean Ryan and Jordan Ryan (f) trading white flags before Liam Ryan and Sean Crotty gave Dungarvan a little breathing space on a scoreline of 0-12 to 0-10. At this point, Fourmile increased their challenge and it looked as if they were going to go on and take the honours. However, the Blues defence stood firm in attack after attack while two wides from play by Seamus Lawlor dented their hopes. A further brace of pointed frees by Jordan Ryan had the teams on level pegging for the seventh and final occasion before David Ryan saw red and Dungarvan’s Sean Hyslop yellow on the Fourmilewater goal line. Cian Boyle was sent between the posts for Fourmile at the expense of withdrawing full forward J. P. Fitzgerald before Dungarvan finished the stronger. Liam Ryan gave them the lead score and deep into the nine minutes of added time further minors by Sean Ryan and Jamie Hallahan secured a first ever

Divisional title in this grade for the winners. Dungarvan’s defence had a lot to do with winning this title. Led by Derek Barry and Peter Queally in the centre positions, they kept their opponents scoreless from play in the second half and conceded just 0-4 from play overall. The difference between the teams was that Dungarvan shot 0-10 from play in an encounter where the only goal chance fell to Tommy Cooney. Though defeat was their loss, Fourmile provided the man of the match in their centre back Justin Walsh who dominated for three quarters of the game and others to shine for the Ballymac side included goalie Davy Ryan, Aidan Condon, Rory Rice and free taker Jordan Ryan who finshed the hour as top scorer. Dungarvan did well to survive this test against a physically stronger side and in Peter Queally, Derek Barry, Gary Donnolly, Sean Ryan and John Havens, they had some of the best players out on the field. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Western Board Pat Grant presented the Michael Danagher Memorial Cup to Dungarvan captain Kealan Barry after the game. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Peter Queally, Sean Ryan, Derek Barry. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Justin Walsh, Jordan Ryan, Aidan Condon. Observer’s Man of the Match: Justin Walsh. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 6. Fourmilewater 4. Scores From Play: Dungarvan 0-10. Fourmilewater 0-4. Frees For: Dungarvan 10. Fourmilewater 15. Wides: Dungarvan 5. Fourmilewater 9.

Dungarvan who beat Fourmilewater in the Local Bar Sponsored Western Junior B Hurling Final played in Colligan GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

Score of the Match: Sean Ryan’s 48th minute point from play for Dungarvan. Scorers – Dungarvan: Sean Crotty 0-5f, Sean Ryan 0-4, Liam Ryan 0-3, Conor Duggan, Joe Duggan and Jamie Hallahan 0-1 each. Fourmilewater: Jordan Ryan 0-9 (7f, 1’65’), Eamonn Wall, Seamus Lawlor and Tommy Cooney 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Gavin Power; Sean

Hyslop, Derek Barry, Ger Cusack; Gary Donnolly, Peter Queally, Kealan Barry; Sean Ryan, John Havens; Denis Kirwan, Sean Crotty, Aidan Kirwan; Conor Duggan, Liam Ryan, Joe Duggan. Subs : Mark Boland, Brendan Cullinan, Jamie Hallahan, Craig Barry, Stephen Donovan, Aidan Connolly, Colm O’Shea, John Power, Ian Sheehan, Daniel Kiely, Conor Mulcahy, James Kiely, Luke O’Callaghan.

Fourmilewater: Davy Ryan; Sean Ryan, Pady Lawlor, Rory Rice; Aidan Condon, Justin Walsh, Ollie O’Gorman; Seamus Lawlor, Michael Moore; Liam Cooney, Brian Wall, Tommy Cooney; Eamonn Wall, J. P. Fitzgerald, Jordan Ryan. Subs: David Meehan for Ollie O’Gorman, Shane Mullins for Eamonn Wall, Cian Boyle for J. P. Fitzgerald. Referee: Paddy Smith (Shamrocks).

Fourmilewater's Seamus Lawlor hand-passes ahead of Dungarvan's Liam Ryan during the Local Bar sponsored Western Junior B Hurling Final. [Sean Byrne]

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Enjoying the St. Pat’s Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held in Kilgobinet’s GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

6 to 7 year old group with Coach Aoife Landers at the St. Pat’s Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp held jointly in Kilgobinet GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the St. Pat’s Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held in Kilgobinet’s GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne]

5 to 6 year old group with Coaches Anna Power, Ralph Britton and Tom Dukes at the St. Pat’s Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp held jointly in Kilgobinet GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne]

7 to 8 year old group with Coach Alex Hennebry at the St. Pat’s Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Kilgobinet GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching & Games.

[Sean Byrne]

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Waterford County Camogie –

Gailltír secure victory after hard fought win over De La Salle HOOPER DOLAN INSURANCES SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1 Gailltir ………………………1-13; De La Salle …………………0-13. FOLLOWING on from their previous meetings in the group stages of the league and the league final, this promised to be another intriguing game on a miserable wet foggy Saturday evening. The game opened up at electric pace with a point from play from Emma Roche. Gailltír continued the good start with a another point from Roisin Flood. The pressure continued to build on De La Salle as Aine Lyng pointed a 45’ to put Gailltír four points up with De La Salle yet to register on the score-

board. De la Salle finally registered their first point of the game on from Beth Carton on the tenth minute. De La Salle starting fighting back and came alot more into the game with Beth Carton and Abby Flynn the focal point of the De La Salle attack. Beth Carton converted another free with another Abby Flynn point sandwiched between those frees. Gailltir won a free which Emma Roche had no problem converting. Annie Fitzgerald registered her first point from a pointed free leaving the scoreline 0-6 to 0-4 in Gailltir favour. As the game progressed on it was nip and tuck throughout with some hard hits been seen in what

was a both a physical game with no shortage of flair and skill from both sides. Beth Carton won another free which she had no problem converting leaving the scoreline at half-time Gailtir 0-6; De La Salle 0-5. The weather deteriorated further with little or no visability from the heavy fog. The game followed the trend as the first half Shauna Fitzgerald was first out of the blocks with a fantastic long range point. Beth Carton responding once more with a point from placed ball. The free count began to rack up for Gailltír. A rare occasion occurred when Beth stepped up to take yet another free only to see it drift wide of the post. Abby Flynn registered

the point of the game seven minute into the second half. De La Salle had another chance at goal only for Ciara Jackman to once again stand up to whatever De La Salle would throw at her in the first half. Annie Fitzgerald scored the next two points putting Gailltir two ahead. De la Salle refused to give up and Beth Carton registered another point from play. The turning point of the game when Brianna O’Regan misjudged the ball and Gailltir had no trouble rattling the De la Salle goal with the only goal of the game. De La Salle battled right to end. They were denied goals by some fantastic saves by Ciara Jackman. There were battles all over the

field none other than Kate Lynch playing a sweeper role battling with County teammate Beth Carton throughout a sporting game. Well done to both teams on a fascinating and entertaining game with skill and passion seen on both sides throughout the game. The next round of the championship see Gailltir taking on Cappoquin in Cappoquin and De la Salle taking on Lismore at home Gailltír Panel: Ciara Jackman, Hannah Flynn, Emma Flynn, Margo Heffernan, Emily Mahony (C), Kate Lynch, Leah Sheridan, Aine Lyng, Shauna Fitzgerald, Clodagh Carroll, Eilish Cullinane, Roisin Flood, Annie Fitzgerald, Aoife Fitzgerald, Ciara O’Sullivan, Leah O’Donoghue, Aine O’Keeffe, Ann Corcoran, Bella Daniels,

Grainne Flood, Hannah Hutchinson, Kadie Griffin, Laoise McLoughlin, Sorcha Cantwell, Jil Doherty, Chloe Murphy, Laura Flynn, Sarah Smith Scorers: Annie Fitzgerald, Aoife Fitzgerald 0-5, 1-2 (0-2 Frees), Aine Lyng 0-1 45’ Roisin Flood 0-1, Emma Roche 0-3 (0-1 Free) Shauna Fitzgerald 0-1 De La Salle Panel: Brianna O’Regan, Lucy Hogan, Taylor Healy, Jean Dooley, Niamh Murphy, Colette Hogan, Ciara Twomey, Courtney Healy, Chloe Dempsey, Megan O’Connor, Beth Carton, Hayley Cox, Majella Tebay (C), Abby Flynn, Holly Ryan, Ciara Flynn, Patricia Farrell, Siobhan Heylin, Roisin Heylin, Clara Boland, Tonya Murray, Katie O’Keeffe, Shannon Denton, Caoimhe Drohan Scorers: Beth Carton 0-10 (0-8 frees), Abby Flynn 0-3, Referee: Martin Quilty

Clinical St. Anne’s power to victory over lacklustre Cappoquin HOOPER DOLAN INSURANCE’S SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP: ROUND ONE St. Anne’s ………………… 1-11; Cappoquin ……………….… 2-1. FIRST round of the Hooper Dolan Insurance Senior Championship saw Cappoquin travel to Dunhill to take on St. Anne’s in what were tough conditions for both teams. Both teams welcomed back their respective county players albeit Cappoquin travelled while missing six regulars including Aisling Power. St. Anne’s lined up with a strong spine to their team with Pauline Cunningham at centre back flanked with Claire Whyte and Saoirse Bonner either side, while Sibeal Harney at midfield and

Niamh Rockett at centre forward gave a strong feel to this team. Cappoquin called on Lorraine Bray at midfield and Jenny McCarthy at centre back to keep them going forward during this game. St. Anne’s started brightly with Niamh Rockett popping up with a point within the first two minutes to settle the nerves. The next score came courtesy of Becky Kavanagh with a shot thumping off the cross bar and taking a deflection and ending up in the net. Niamh Rockett once more followed up with a fine point from out the field to leave St. Anne’s 1-2 up with no reply. It took eight minutes for Cappoquin to register a shot with Lorraine Bray driving through the

heart of the St. Anne’s defence only for it to tail wide. St. Anne’s continued to dominate the middle third with Claire Murphy and Sibeal Harney keeping them moving forward at all times and linking up well with the half forward line. With County star Niamh Rockett to the fore continuously throughout there was a strong battle between both Jenny McCarthy and herself. Claire Murphy followed up with a point of her own from the left. The pressure continued with Cappoquin stopper Tracey Kiely keeping out a Becky Kavanagh shot. A rare error from Rockett saw a free go to the right of the posts and wide. Cappoquin eventually got on the score sheet finishing the half with a

goal through Lorraine Bray followed up quickly with a free converted by Carole McCarthy leaving the teams going in at half time 1-4 to 1-1. The second half started brightly from Cappoquin with Bray driving forward once more to get in another shot only for it to lack the accuracy. St. Anne’s hit back with two Niamh Rockett points (one from a free) to open up their lead further. The game then went 13 minutes without a score for either side with the ball being fought for in the middle third of the field. That was broken with Becky Kavanagh popping up with another point to add to her tally. Cappoquin again took 21 minutes to record a score in the second half with it com-

ing through a free driven to the net by Goalkeeper Tracey Kiely. That proved to be the final score of the game for Cappoquin. The more clinical St. Anne’s tagged on four more points through Ciara Sheahan and three from Niamh Rockett to leave them comfortable winners on a score line of 1-11 to 2-1. Up next for these two teams, St. Anne’s look to make it two win on the bounce when they take on An Rinn away while Cappoquin will look to get their first points on the board with a home tie against a Gailltír side already with a win under their belt. Games due to take place on Saturday, 25th August at 7 p.m. St. Anne’s: Megan Foran, Ashling

Allen, laobhaoise Dunbar, Sheena McGuckian, Saoirse Bonner, Pauline Cunningham, Claire Whyte, Claire Murphy (0-1), Sibeal Harney, Mida Delaney, Niamh Rockett (0-7-0-1F), Rachel McDonald, Ciara Sheahan (0-1), Becky Kavanagh (1-2), Alisha McDonald. Substitutions: Ciara Behan for Alisha McDonald, Louise Murphy for Mida Delaney Cappoquin: Tracey Kiely (1-0 F), Tina Coffey, Emma Foley, Carole McCarthy (0-1 F), Roisín Cahillane, Charlotte Curran, Jenny McCarthy, Lorraine Bray (1-0), Charlotte Connors, Elaine McCarthy, Jade Fraher, Jess Glavin, Laura Green, Nicole Landers, Bree Coffey. Substitutions: Shelley Coffey for Charlotte Curran, Caoimhe Ahearne for Nicole Landers, Ally Landers for Bree Coffey.

Waterford GAA Supporters’ Club Dublin END OF SUMMER EVENT To mark the end of summer the Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin are inviting both members and non members to a BBQ in the Schoolhouse Pub, Ballsbridge on Thursday, August 30th. This is an informal gathering and we hope to have a number of senior players attend on the night so would be ideal way to catch up with friends and mark the end of Summer. While we have become accustomed to gracing Croke Park this time of year alas this was not to be in 2018 so we thought a gathering of Deise fans in Dublin eating blaas and burgers was the next best thing! We can’t promise the heat we have seen earlier this Summer but we are sure there will be plenty sizzle on the bbq. Throw-in is 7 p.m. CAMOGIE Unfortunately, the Gods weren’t shining on the Senior Camogie team against Tipperary in Cork last weekend. These girls gave it their all this Summer and it is a fair achievement to be contesting an All

Ireland quarter final given our relatively new Senior status but what this season shows is that our Deise cailini can mix it with the best and truly belong at the top table of camogie. Our chairman was delighted to visit a training session for the girls prior to the QF to see first hand the dedication of this wonderful panel of girls. The Club was proud to assist this team on their quest for success throughout the season. LADIES FOOTBALL Congratulations to Pat Sullivan’s charges on a fine win against Tipperary last weekend in the playoff. These girls were involved in some mighty battles earlier this year and had some injuries to key personnel. We know they will come back better and stronger next year and we were delighted to be able to provide them sponsorship this year. U-21 HURLERS The U-21 hurlers were unfortunate to loose marginally to a Cork team last month which had at least six senior county players. Most pundits and bookmakers had this

team written off prior to throw-in but Waterford remained on top for large parts of the game although Cork eventually edged it. We were delighted to sponsor tops for the panel. Commiserations to Sean Power and all the lads but future does bode bright for Waterford hurling GOLF CLASSIC We had a very successful golf classic earlier this summer in Woodbrook GC Bray. This was a change of venue this year but one that proved to be a huge success and we are indebted to Abbeyside native Jim Melody, Woodbrook manager, for assisting us in the event. Big thank you to all who sponsored teams or tee-boxes, all who played, purchased raffle tickets etc. Results are as follows: 1. Julius Baer 2. Friends of Dublin Hurling 3. C&M Vetlink Longest Drive: Sean O’Dulainn Nearest the pin: Keith Ryan As always don’t hesitate to contact the club on wfordsuppclub @gmail.com or alternatively find us on Facebook

Pictured is Craig Duignan, Chairman Dublin Supporters Club presenting cheque to Waterford senior camogie team prior to All-Ireland quarter-final

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Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Final

Ger O’Donovan levels local derby Ballinameela ……………… 2-12; Geraldines ………………… 1-15. AT the end of the third quarter in this local derby Western junior hurling championship game at the Fraher Field last Friday evening, an Eamonn Walsh point gave Ballinameela a 0-7 advantage at 2-11 to 0-10. However, once again the Geraldines battling qualities surfaced and they won the remainder of the game by 1-5 to 0-1 to clinch a share of the spoils. A good place ball hurler is one who can score under pressure and in this regard Geraldines Ger O’Donovan pointed a brace of ‘65’s at the end of the game when the need was greatest. The first half was evenly played out at the end of which Ballinameela led by 0-6 to 0-5. Scorers for Ballinameela were Liam O’Brien, Brendan Phelan, Jim Curran, Eamonn Walsh and Paul Curran while Ger O’Donovan had his name in front of all of the Geraldines scores. The key score in the third quarter was a penalty goal by Eamonn Walsh after David Phelan was upended. This gave Ballinameela a 1-8 to 0-6 advantage and they looked like driving on for the finish line at this point. Geraldines kept someway in touch with scores per Liam O’Connell and Ger O’Donovan but when Brendan Phelan struck for a fine goal at the start of the third quarter, it looked like curtains for the Geraldines, 2-10 to 0-8. However, the Geraldines redoubled their efforts from this point on and three pointed frees by Ger O’Donovan and one from play by Tiernan O’Connell answered further scores by Ballinameela’s

Eamonn Walsh and Kevin Phelan to leave the scoreboard reading 2-12 to 0-13 with time moving on. The Geraldines revival received a major boost when Aidan Dwyer

O’Brien, Lorcan Looby; Cian Culloo, Paul Curran; Jim Curran, David Phelan, Tom Curran; Eamonn Walsh, Brendan Phelan, Conor Buckley. Subs: Micheal Culloo for Jim Curran, Jack Griffin for Tom Curran, Brian Phelan for Conor Buckley. Geraldines: Eric Kennefick; John Tobin, Stephen Fitzgerald, Ricky Fitzgerald; Jamie Landers, Liam O’Connell, Eamonn Mernin; Stephen Hally, Stephen Kennefick; Shane Kenny, Aidan Dwyer, Peter Coughlan; Stevie Landers, Alan Lawlor, Ger O’Donovan. Subs: David Hally for Alan Lawlor, Tiernan O’Connell for Peter Coughlan. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

St. Mary’s stay at the top

Geraldines' sharp shooter Ger O’Donovan eyes the posts before sending over the equalising '65' at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. planted the sliotar in the town end goal, 2-12 to 1-13 before Ger O’Donovan held his nerve to level the game. Ballinameela have all of their games played while Geraldines have one game left against Tourin before the knockout stages, in which all teams are included, will be contested. Ballinameela: Donagh Looby; Rob Shine, Micheal Shine, Kealan Looby; Kevin Phelan, Liam

St. Mary’s ………………....... 2-14; Colligan …………………….... 2-9. IN deservingly winning this local derby game against Colligan at the Fraher Field last Friday evening, Touraneena side St. Mary’s stay at the top of the Group table, two points clear of Ballinameela. Irrespective of their final game against Abbeyside, here they will remain at the end of the Group stages. The winners led at half-time here by 0-9 to 1-4, Colligan’s goal coming from the usual source, Johnny Wall. St. Mary’s confirmed their dominance in the second half and two goals by Kevin Sheehan helped them to a 0-5 victory. John Morrissey scored Colligan’s second goal and Johnny Wall contributed 1-4 in total.

Geraldines Liam O’Connell on left is tracked by Ballinameela's Kevin Phelan at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. St. Mary’s final game is against Abbeyside while Colligan play Kilrossanty. St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick; Dermot Tobin, Denis Tobin, Tom Tobin; Aidan Kearney, Brendan McGourty, John O’Shea; Eoin Keans, Kevin Sheehan; Jason Sheehan, Mike Kearns, Jack Skehan; Jack Power, J. J. Coffey, Aidan Fitzpatrick. Subs Killian Tobin, Stephen Coffey, Daniel Flynn. Colligan: Evan McKenna; Adam Dunford, John Nick Fennell, Alan Walsh; John Morrissey,

Reece Stringer; Darren Dunford, Jason Dunford; Dean McKenna, Johnny Wall, Gavin Whelan; Sam Murphy Nix, Johnny Wall, Richie Kiely. Subs: Fran Duggan for

Darren Dunford, P. J. Coffey for Richie Kiely, Ian Fraher for Dean McKenna. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin).

LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR ‘A’ HURLING LEAGUE TABLE

St. Mary's Ballinameela Abbeyside Colligan Geraldines Tourin Kilrossanty

p 5 6 5 5 5 5 5

w 4 3 3 3 2 1 0

d 1 1 0 0 1 1 0

l for against dif 0 109 84 25 2 125 103 22 2 97 77 20 2 79 82 -3 2 84 87 -3 3 74 92 -18 5 67 110 -43

pts 9 7 6 6 5 3 0

The Local Bar Western Junior ‘C’ Hurling Quarter-Finals

Shamrocks progress to semi-final Shamrocks ……………...5-12; Cappoquin ………………2-11. CAPPOQUIN and Shamrocks junior hurlers travelled to the picturesque surroundings of Ballysaggart for a divisional quarrter final clash last Saturday evening . Shamrocks had the opening score from Eammon Forbes and by the tenth minute the sides were level at 0-2 apiece with Cappoquin points from Keith O’Sullivan and Evan McGrath. Misfortune then struck for the Cornerstone outfit as their most influential player all season and centre half back the evergreen Pat 'Snoopy' Morrissey pulled up with a calf strain and had to cry off. The Cornerstone defence for a short period was in disarray and a spell in which effectively they lost the game as they conceded three fast goals scored by Forbes,

Kelleher and Goulding. To their credit, Cappoquin battled back strongly and two goals from the impressive Keith O’Sullivan left it as a one score game at the interval with the scoreline reading Shamrocks 3-6; Cappoquin 2-6. The second half opened brightly as Cappoquin took the game to the Shamrocks and were awarded a penalty which would have levelled the game but they failed to convert it. After this the Shamrocks Bernie Kelleher got one of the best goals that will be seen for a long time reminiscent of JBM's goal against Galway in 83, as he connected on the ball in full flight from 25 metres to the net. Eamonn Forbes followed up with a second goal to put the game out of reach of Cappoquin.

Shamrocks had excellent performances by, Chris Murphy, Bernie Kelleher, Tom Goulding and Eamonn Forbes while best for Cappoquin who battled to the end were Craig Dunne, Evan McGrath, Jamie McGrath and Keith O’Sullivan, Shamrocks: Liam Murphy; Mairtin Delaney,Tom Baldwin, Mike Lucey; Mick O’Neill, Liam Dalton, Seanie Murphy; Chris Murphy, Ivan O Neill; Ed O’Neill, Bernie Kelleher, Liam Motherway; Keegan O’Farrell, Tom Goulding, Eamonn Forbes. Cappoquin: Shane McCarthy; Simon Power, Colin Murray, Damian McCarthy; Colin Landers, Pat Morrissey, Craig Dunne; Evan McGrath, Jamie McGrath; Brian Murphy, Sean Hale-Cullinane, Richie Scanlon; Brian Crotty, Keith O’Sullivan, Frankie Keniry. Sub used; Sham McCarthy. Referee: Colin Cunningham (Tallow).

An Rinn reach last four An Rinn …………………… 0-17; Abbeyside ………………….. 0-9. AN Rinn continued on their winning ways with a clearcut 0-8 win over Abbeyside in the rain at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon. An Rinn were always in control here but Abbeyside, short some of their regulars, made the Gaeltacht men fight the whole way and also prevented them from scoring a goal.

An Rinn’s hopes of advancing further may be affected by the loss of both Bili Breathnach and Eamonn O Crotaigh to the senior side the following day against Mt. Sion back at the same venue. An Rinn: Jack O hArtaigh, Cian O Fathaigh, Declan O Riain, Brian De Baruin; Shane O Ceallaigh, Eoghan Breathnach, Lucas O Cuirrin; Cillian O Murchadha Eamonn O Crotaigh; Bili Breathnach, Ciaran Toibin, Tomas O

Cadhla; Eoin O Murchadha, Jack O Lonain, Conor Mac Diarmada; Nioclas O Conduin, Sean O Laoire, Jack O Domhnaill. Abbeyside: Laurence Power; Pa Bergin, Jack Kiely, Stephen O’Connor; Anton Fitzgerald, Pa Collins, Cormac O’Dwyer; Kevin Dee, David Hickey; Shane Kenneally, Ronan Sheehan, Jake Moore; Darragh Walsh, Nicky Dee, John O’Riordan, Paul Breen. Referee: Tom Mansfield (Affane/Cappoquin).

Referee Tom Mansfield (Affane/ Cappoquin) pictured with team captains David Hickey (Abbeyside) on left and Eoghan Breathnach (An Rinn).

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Junior A Hurling

Abbeyside achieves third win Abbeyside ………………… 3-18; Kilrossanty ………………..…2-5. FIRST half goals by Evan Collins, Stephen Cliffe and Kevin Dwane helped Abbeyside to their third championship win in the Junior A grade in the Fraher Field last Saturday evening. It was a busy occasion for the local club with their junior C team against An Rinn the curtain raiser to this match. It was good to see Evan Collins back in the club colours after a two year absence due to injury and when he is back to full fitness he will be a decided addition to any Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty side. Abbeyside led by 3-7 to 1-3 at half-time with Pa Cunningham gaoling for Kilrossanty and Donie Fitzgerald scoring all of their three points. Sub Emmet Doherty nabbed a second goal for the Green and Gold but a litany of points by the Villagers left no doubt as to would come out on top here. Abbeyside’s last game will be a real test against St. Marys while

Kilrossanty will have it all to do against Colligan. Abbeyside: Aaron Beresford; David Montgomery, Gavin Breen, Shane Ahearne; Patrick Lynch, Shane Briggs, Jack Duggan; Diarmuid Henley, David Sweeney; Shane Crotty, Evan Collins, Kevin Dwane; Richie Ryan, Lar Hurney, Stephen Cliffe. Subs: Gary Hurney, Conor McCarthy, Eoin Enright, Eoin Brackett. Kilrossanty: Paul Whyte; James Whyte, KIllian Whelan, Eoin Houlihan; Donal Fitzgerald, Stephen Prendergast, TJ Veale; Osgar De Paor, Sean Veale; Pa Power, Pa Whyte, Michael Walsh; Joey Veale, Pa Cunningham, Alan Quinn. Substitutes: Jack Whyte for Michael Walsh; T. Veale for Eoin Houlihan; Mark Prendergast for KIllian Whelan (injured); Michael Walsh for Pa Whyte; Emmet Doherty for Pa Power. Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickey Rangers).

Western Board Results and Fixtures The Local Bar Junior A Hurling: St. Mary’s 2-14; Colligan 2-9 Geraldines 1-15; Ballinameela 2-12 Abbeyside 3-15; Kilrossanty 2-6 The Local Bar Junior B Hurling Final: Dungarvan 0-15; Fourmilewater 0-12 The Local Bar Junior C Hurling Quarter Final: Shamrocks 5-12; Cappoquin 2-11 An Rinn 0-17; Abbeyside 0-9. WESTERN BOARD FIXTURES Friday, 17th August, 2018 Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Quarter-Finals: Ardmore v Brickey Rangers 7.00 p.m. Fraher Field Cappoquin v Modeligo 8.30 p.m. Fraher Field Saturday, 18th August, 2018 Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Quarter-Final Ballysaggart v Shamrocks 7.15 p.m. Cappoquin The Local Bar Junior A Hurling Championship: Kilrossanty v Colligan 6.30 p.m. Fraher Field St. Mary’s v Abbeyside 8.00 p.m. Fraher Field Sunday, 19th August, 2018 Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Quarter-Final: Clashmore Kinsalebeg v Stradbally 7.45 p.m. Fraher Field The Local Bar Junior Hurling Championship: Geraldines v Tourin 6.15 p.m. Fraher Field

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Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Quarter-Finals

Intermediate Hurling quarterfinals take centre stage FOUR attractive quarter final games in the Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate hurling championship top the bill this weekend and they are sure to draw some large attendances to both the Fraher Field and Cappoquin.

Seamus Keating (Ardmore).

Oran Keevers (Brickey Rangers).

Friday, 17th August: ARDMORE V BRICKEY RANGERS in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. Brickeys will be favoured to come through after this opening game at the Fraher Field. They won the league title two weeks ago and they have their eyes set on one of the coveted last four positions. Ardmore will be without the services of the injured Kenny Murphy and James Flavin while Wayne Hennessy has hung up his hurley after years of dedicated service to the club. Brickeys are the form team but the longer Ardmore stay in contention the more the odds will shorten on the seasiders pulling a surprise here. Forecast: Brickey Rangers

Modeligo will be short the services of the influential Pa O’Donovan and Pa Walsh. If Keith Landers is on board, the pendulum may swing Cappoquin’s way but overall, this contest has a very even look about it. It may be the start of a trilogy! Forecast: A Draw. Saturday, 18th August: BALLYSAGGART V SHAMROCKS in Cappoquin at 7.15 p.m. The showfield is the ideal venue for this far West encounter and it should be another game of the close kind. Ballysaggart have been one of the form teams to date and if they can repeat their early season displays, they can pull through here. They may or may not be without two of the Bennett brothers but either way they can advance to the semis. Shamrocks are expected to have Colm Roche back from the states for this one and they will need him as he is their key player. John Paul Lucey may still be as lathair and the Seamroga will have it all to do to overcome ‘Saggart if they are not at full strength. Forecast: Ballysaggart.

Ciaran Bourke (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

John Devine (Modeligo).

Shane Coughlan (Cappoquin).

Friday, 17th August: CAPPOQUIN V MODELIGO in Fraher Field at 8.30 p.m. Cappoquin will be seeking to maintain their winning sequence against their neighbours Modeligo in a game that should attract a nice attendance to the Shandon venue. There are no clear favourites for this game. Cappoquin had a poor start to the championship with two defeats while

Eoin O’Brien (Stradbally).

Sunday, 19th August: CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG V STRADBALLY in Fraher Field at 7.45 p.m. No player likes to be on hold for the weekend awaiting a championship game late on Sunday evening but this is the short straw received by this pairing. Stradbally are never easily beaten and that fact will occupy their minds in the lead up to this game. Stradbally have a good record against Sunday’s opponents but Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg are the form team and they have the ability to be in the draw for the semis. Stradbally’s hopes centre around Michael Walsh, Shane Ahearn and Jack Mullaney while Tadhg De Burca, Brian O’Halloran and Paul O’Connor (if back from the States) will lead their team’s challenge. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg have impressed in the championship to date and they should advance after a strong Stradbally challenge. Forecast: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

The Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Last set of group games in Junior Hurling Championship THE Western Junior ‘A’ Group stages will be completed this weekend with all teams guaranteed contention for the knockouts Saturday, August 18th: KILROSSANTY V COLLIGAN in Fraher Field at 6.30 p.m. ST. MARY’S V ABBEYSIDE in Fraher Field at 8 p.m.

Sunday, August 19th: GERALDINES V TOURIN in Fraher field at 6.15 p.m. These fixtures won’t hold the same interest for the neutral as the knockout intermediate games. We will have to wait for a similar stage in this grade for the barometer to be raised. Colligan should have the measure of Kilrossanty in their game while the other two have a more

even look about them. St. Mary’s are the championship favourites but Abbeyside are going along nicely in this grade and the same group of players have already beaten the Touraneena side in the Intermediate football championship. This is a test for both sides and it is one that both sets of players should relish ahead of the knockouts. St. Mary’s by a whisker! Geraldines maintained their unbeaten sequence with a late comeback last day out against

Ballinameela. Another big test awaits them against Tourin who can play very well but lack a goal scoring threat. This is an ideal opportunity for Tourin to experiment in this regard. Geraldines are like the Stradballys, Ballyduffs, Passages and Roanmores of this world with a never say die approach once they are well organised but this game will test them further and it can go either way in the safe prediction of a draw!

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Minor Footballers draw with Kerry Waterford 1-6; Kerry 1-6. WATERFORD minor footballers achieved the County’s best ever championship result in the grade at the Fraher Field on Thursday evening last when they drew with defending champions Kerry in a most exciting Munster Championship semi-final. It was a semi-final which Waterford could most definitely have won and as it was a couple of excellent saves by Kerry keeper Kieran Cremin which in the end forced a replay. Early in the match the ball was deemed soft with a Waterford football being introduced. Waterford’s full forward line was tending to drift too far out in the first quarter. Eventually Gary Hurney opened the scoring with a point in the 8th minute. Kerry had an overlap but Ken O’Connor, who was clear through, was adjudged to have picked the ball off the ground. Kevin Lynch (free) equalised in the 14th minute. But Thomas Maher kicked a fine point to put Waterford back in front in the 15th minute. Trevor Costello pointed a free in the 24th minute (0-3 to 0-1). Kerry were really rocked in the 25th minute as Waterford with the breeze to their backs continued to press and Wayne Hennessy and Karl O’Keeffe combined to find Gary Hurney whose shot, although half blocked, saw the ball in the Kerry net, 1-3 to 0-1. Kevin Lynch replied with a point (1-3 to 0-2 at the interval). On the turnover Trevorr Costello pointed in the 37th minute (1-4 to 0-2). Michael Walsh came in for the injured Noel Smith. Sean O’Sullivan pointed a Kerry free in the 39th minute. Then a Waterford defender gave away possession and Kerry swept in for a goal per Liam Boyle in the 40th minute to great

cheers from the large contingent of Kerry supporters present. Substitute Paul Galvin lofted over the equalising point in the 43rd minute. 1-4 all and now many felt that Kerry would pull clear. However, Waterford dug deep. Kerry keeper Kieran Cremin saved from Gerard Power. Seamus Prendergast burst through on the left wing only to see his blast for goal go inches wide of the upright. Substitute Kieran O’Connor, who subsequently had to retire injured, pointed in the 47th minute to put Waterford back in front. Again K. Cremin denied Ger Power, this time at the expense of a 45. He also denied Paul Hayes earlier. Seamus Prendergast’s 45 metre kick went in low, but the ball was fouled by Kerry with Wayne Hennessy pointing the free in the 50th minute. (1-6 to 1-4). Kerry rallied with Liam Boyle (54th minute) and Ronan O’Connor (55th minute) kicking points to level up the scoring at 1-6 all. Kerry had three wides and a 30 yard free from Kevin Lynch saw the ball come back off the upright. Kerry keeper K. Cremin again saved. A long range Trevor Costello free fell short. Overall, a great performance by Waterford which was a credit to all concerned. Scorers for Waterford: G. Hurney 1-1, T. Costello 0-2, T. Maher, K. O’Connor and W. Hennessy 0-1 each. Scorers for Kerry: L. Boyle 1-1, K. Lynch 0-2, S. O’Sullivan, P. Galvin, R. O’Connor 0-1 each. Waterford: D. Lenane; K. Coffey, J. Phelan, N. Smith; G. Dunphy, M. Ahearn, T. Costello; K. O’Keeffe, S. Prendergast; W. Hennessy, G. Power, T. Maher; P. Hayes, G. Hurney, S. Briggs. Subs: M. Walsh for Smith; K. O’Connor for Briggs; E. Hogan for O’Connor (injured). Kerry: K. Cremin; R. O’Connor (Ballyduff), S. O’Sullivan, K. Moynihan; E. Courtney, L. Keane, R. O’Connor (Kilcummin); K. O’Connor, F. O’Sullivan; L. Boyle, E. Brosnan, S. O’Sullivan; R. O’Connor (St. Michael’s/Foilmore), T. Kennelly, K. Lynch. Subs: P. Galvin for F. O’Sullivan; C. Fitzmaurice for Brosnan. Referee: Kevin Walsh (Clare). WATERFORD MINORS BEATEN IN REPLAY Kerry 1-10; Waterford 0-9. Waterford lost the replay on Monday evening in Tralee when they went down by 1-4 to a strong Kerry side.

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Enjoying the Lismore Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp held jointly in Lismore GAA Grounds and Blackwater Community School. [Sean Byrne]

All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Championship – Relegation semi-final play-off

Waterford ladies maintain senior status By Thomas Keane Waterford ………………..…3-13; Tipperary ………………...…1-13. WATERFORD will contest next year’s All-Ireland Senior Ladies Football Championship after they got the better of a strong Tipperary side in an hugely exciting relegation semi-final play off at Callan on Saturday afternoon. Few would have expected either of these two sides to be involved in a relegation battle this year, but unfortunately for both they did after neither side won a game in this year’s championship up to this game. But had things worked out slightly different in different games for both sides then the year could well have had a much different look to it. This game went right to the wire as was expected and at the end of the hour there was only one kick of the ball between the two sides, but when Maria Delahunty converted a penalty three minutes into added time, it ensured that victory was going to go to the Déise girls who over the course of the game proved to be the better of the two sides. Tipperary stayed with Waterford for much of this game and on two occasions they lead the eventual winners, but now find themselves in a relegation play-off final with Cavan, the side that they beat in the Division Two National League Final earlier this year, and if they are to join Waterford in the senior grade next year, they will have to win a competitive game for the first time this year since they won that National League title. At the end of this game there was a massive relief on the faces of the Waterford side who knew if they lost they would face Cavan in that relegation decider after Cavan lost to Monaghan earlier in the day in the other semi final game, and it would be on the minds of some of the Waterford players that in the last number of years they have found the going very tough against opposition from Ulster in the bigger games. Tipperary’s Gillian O’Brien opened the scoring in this game but her effort was quickly cancelled

out with a brace of scores from this game’s top scorer Maria Delahunty. While Tipperary would draw level with a point from Aisling McCarthy the Premier Counties top scorer in this game, Waterford would hit the next three scores, one of which proved vital. Mairead Wall broke forward to put Waterford one up before the long serving Michelle Ryan bagged the first of her two goals in this game on seven minutes after which Aileen Wall followed up with a point to put Waterford five in front. The Waterford players knew that they would have to keep a close eye on most in this game were the two Aisling’s (McCarthy and Moloney) and it was they that kicked the next two scores to leave Michelle Ryan’s goal between the sides at the end of the first quarter. Maria Delahunty put over a free for Waterford before Tipperary enjoyed a purple patch as Aisling McCarthy pointed just before her shot was judged to have crossed the line when Kelly Moroney misjudged the flight of the ball. This score levelled matters and Tipperary soon went in front when Sarah Everard and Siobhan Condon split the Waterford uprights, but Waterford would finish the half strong as Aileen Wall and Katie Murray both pointed before Michelle Ryan hit her second goal of the game on twenty seven minutes which put the Déise Ladies 2-7 to 1-7 in front. In the time that remained before the break both sides hit one score each, both coming from the respective right half forwards, Maria Delahunty first sending the umpire for a white flag and then Kate Davey which sent the sides in at the break with Waterford holding a 2-8 to 1-8 advantage. Aisling McCarthy made it a two point game at the start of the second half, but Waterford hit the next three scores Maria Delahunty putting over a free which was followed by an Aoife Murray effort and another from Maria Delahunty. The game then turned in Tipperary’s favour as Aisling Moloney hit a brace of points and Niamh Lonergan hit one to leave

two between the sides once more in Waterford’s favour. Maria Delahunty and Aisling McCarthy swapped scores to keep things very tight as the time ticked down on the watch of Jonathan Murphy. Aileen Wall put a little day light between the sides when she got her third score of the game but Waterford could still not pull away from the shackles of Tipperary. Three minutes into stoppage time however at the end of the hour Waterford secured the win and a place in next year’s championship when Maria Delahunty finished a penalty to the net after Lauren Fitzpatrick blocked an initial effort from the Abbeyside Club player with her foot which saw her sent to the line. For Waterford, it’s now back to the club championship where the main interest will be to see will the Ballymacarbry near forty year stronghold on the senior championship come to an end, but the other grades will prove to be just as competitive. Waterford: Kelly Moroney; Kate McGrath, Caoimhe McGrath, Rebecca Casey; Emma Murray, Megan Dunford, Michelle McGrath; Karen McGrath, Mairead Wall; Maria Delahunty, Aoife Murray, Aileen Wall; Sinead Ryan, Katie Murray, Michelle Ryan. Subs: Kelly Ann Hogan for Mairead Wall (42), Geraldine Power for Michelle Ryan (54), Eimear Fennell for Sinead Ryan (54), Keely Corbett Barry for Aoife Murray (64). Scorers: Maria Delahunty 1-7 (4fs, 1-0 pen), Michelle Ryan 2-0, Aileen Wall 0-3, Mairead Wall, Katie Murray, Aoife Murray 0-1 each. Tipperary: Lauren Fitzpatrick; Laura Dillon, Maria Curley, Brid Condon; Anna Rose Kennedy, Samantha Lambert, Niamh Lonergan; Aisling McCarthy, Siobhan Condon; Kate Davey, Aisling Moloney, Orla O'Dwyer; Sinead Everard, Mairead Morrissey, Grace O'Brien. Subs: Lucy Spillane for Laura Dillon (9), Roisin Howard for Everard (HT), Elaine Fitzpatrick for Siobhan Condon (HT), Emma Buckley for Kate Davey (44), Aoibhe O'Shea for Grace O'Brien (53). Scorers: Aisling McCarthy 1-6 (5fs), Aisling Moloney 0-2, Niamh Lonergan, Grace O'Brien, Kate Davey, Sarah Everard, Siobhan Condon 0-1 each. Referee: Jonathan Murphy (Carlow).

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Gaelic Jottings A weekend of extra-time hurling THIS is what we have been waiting for all of these years. Serious club hurling games in the Summer in good weather conditions and producing exciting finishes. Well, we got this aplenty last weekend when three of the four County senior hurling knockout games went to extra time and the fourth one was within a whisker of making it a clean sweep in this regard. If the extra-time rule was not a championship regulation, the senior scene in the County would really have exploded with three replay games the preview talk of the respective parishes all week. As it was, local Gaels can’t complain. This was thrilling fare with the result of the three extra time games going down to the very threads of the wire in added time in extra time. Firstly, Tallow and Ballyduff led by example. It looked like the Reds day only for the Bridesiders to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. On to the Fraher Field on Sunday and An Rinn exposed weaknesses in the Mount Sion armoury and the Gaeltacht men were only 0-2 off the pace at the final whistle. The Roanmore and Fourmilewater match was a real intense affair. Fourmile looked to have the game at their mercy early on with two goals inside the first two minutes before Roanmore produced their traditional battling qualities to scrape over the line. The weekend feast of hurling drama concluded on Sunday evening when the biggest gate of all the games witnessed another hurling thriller. Dungarvan were the better side in the first half, Lismore in the second and in the first period of extra-time before two goals inside a minute in the middle of the second period of extra time squeezed the Blues into the semi- final drum. What a weekend. Please Sir, Can I have More?

Hurling Championship gates Tallow v Ballyduff: €1,934. Double Header: Mount Sion v An Rinn and Roanmore v Fourmilewater: €3,440. Dungarvan v Lismore: €3,752. Total for the weekend: €9,126.

Senior Hurling Fixtures Senior Hurling Quarter-Finals: Abbeyside v Tallow in Fraher Field Saturday, August 25th at 7 p.m. De La Salle v Mount Sion in Walsh Park - Sunday, August 26th at 1 p.m. Ballygunner v Roanmore in Walsh Park - Sunday, August 26th at 4.30 p.m. Passage v Dungarvan in Walsh Park Sunday, August 26th at 6 p.m.

Senior football relegation play-offs An Rinn v Lismore in Fraher Field Friday, August 24th at 7 p.m. Ballyduff Upper v Fourmilewater in Fraher Field - Friday, August 24th at 8.15 p.m. For all games extra-time shall be played in the event of a draw. JUNIOR ‘C SEMI FINALS: Kilgobinet v An Rinn; Brickey Rangers v Shamrocks.

Gaultier to face Nire LAST year’s junior football senior attached County final pairing of the Nire and Gaultier will meet again in this year’s decider. Nire had earlier beaten Stradbally while last Friday evening Gaultier got the better of an improved Brickey side in the recently postponed other semi final by 0-11 to 0-7. The teams were level at half-time on a score of 0-5 each.

Ladies maintain senior status MARIA Delahunty scored 1-7, including an injury time penalty, as the Waterford ladies retained their TG4 All-Ireland senior status after a thrilling relegation encounter in Callan. There were scenes of sheer relief among the Déise players and management at the full time whistle as they produced their first championship win of 2018. Tipperary, who took intermediate honours last September, now face a do or die battle against Cavan. Only two points split these well matched teams heading into stoppages before the Déise pulled clear. Aileen Wall kicked her third point from play before a foot block on Delahunty by Tipperary keeper Lauren Fitzpatrick presented her with the spot kick. Fitzpatrick was dismissed by referee Jonathan Murphy and Aishling Moloney deputised between the posts. Delahunty buried it to the bottom corner. Experienced forward Michelle Ryan, who has served the county cause since 2001, netted a priceless first half double. She bagged her first on seven minutes as Waterford raced five points in front. Katie Murray's initial effort was smothered but Ryan finished the rebound. Scorers - Waterford: M. Delahunty 1-7 (4fs, 1-0 pen), M. Ryan 2-0, A. Wall 0-3, M. Wall, K. Murray, A. Murray 0-1 each. Waterford: K. Moroney; M. Wall, C. McGrath, R. Casey; E. Murray, M. Dunford, M. McGrath; Karen McGrath, Kate McGrath; M. Delahunty, A. Murray, A. Wall; S. Ryan, K. Murray, M. Ryan. Subs: K.A. Hogan for M. Wall (42), G. Power for M. Ryan (54), E. Fennell for S Ryan (54), K. Corbett Barry for A. Murray (64).

Believe it or not? FORMER Waterford manager Derek McGrath is alleged to have given a member of the Waterford county board a list of possible successors for his position. The Waterford News & Star has been following the story closely and they broke the news that former Cork hurler Pat Ryan had withdrawn from the race to succeed McGrath. Now, they have revealed that McGrath is supposed to have drawn up a list of potential candidates and on that list were Pat Ryan, former Cork hurler Pat Mulcahy, former Cork manager John Allen and ex-Clare and Dublin manager Anthony Daly. Mulcahy won two All-Ireland SHC titles with Cork as a player and captained them in 2006 when they were defeated by Kilkenny in the final. The Newtownshandrum clubman has managed the Cork IT hurlers in the Fitzgibbon Cup for the past few years. Allen was part of Donal O'Grady's backroom team that guided Cork to All-Ireland success before taking over the role of manager a year later and being in charge as they defended their title in 2005. Allen also managed Limerick in 2011 and stepped down from that position after they lost the 2013 Munster SHC final.

Tommy Prendergast was the WLR/Granville Hotel Monthly GAA award winner for June and he is pictured receiving his award from Jackie Cusack, Granville Hotel and Neil Gough, WLR. Also included were John and Ann Heffernan, Gavin Whelan WLR, Tommy's father, Tom Prendergast, Stephen Frampton, judging panel and Liz Reddy, WLR.

Tommy Prendergast is the June winner of the WLR Granville Hotel GAA Award THE Kilrossanty man put in a powerful display at midfield as Waterford recorded a first Championship win since 2011 when they defeated Wexford in the opening round of the All-Ireland Qualifiers at Innovate Wexford Park. Tommy made a number of marks and

Daly captained Clare to All-Ireland glory in 1995 and 1997 before managing his native county between 2003 and 2006. In 2008, he took over the Dublin hurlers and five years later, they won their first Leinster title in 52 years. The Waterford News & Star added that when they contacted Waterford County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan on the matter, he denied any knowledge of a list being made up by McGrath. The story continues…

Football Manager THE County Board executive has appointed a sub committee of PJ Ryan, Sean O'Regan, John Jackson and Pat Flynn to set about the process of recommending a new Senior Football Manager. The Committee may co-opt additional people as the committee deem appropriate. Clubs were invited to forward names for consideration of those who have expressed an interest in the position by last Monday, August 13th at 5 p.m.

Klopp’s Bucket List LIVERPOOL manager Jurgen Klopp has revealed that attending live gaelic football and hurling matches is on his bucket list. The German had the best seat in the house as he brought both Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool to Champions League finals but he has yet to take in the magic of Croke Park or Thurles on championship day. However, he told The Liverpool Echo that he intends to do so sooner rather than later: "I have to watch hurling in Ireland. I also need to go to a Gaelic football

mounted several attacks as Waterford played an excellent brand of football. He battled hard in the Round 2 clash in Fraher Field as a superior Monaghan ended Waterford's championship campaign. Tommy has given wonderful service

with the County footballers over the past eight years. He will turn his attentions to his club Kilrossanty, who sealed their place in the Quarter-Finals of the County Senior Football Championship following victory over Brickey Rangers recently.

match live for sure," he states. "I have this kind of list and seeing the All Blacks playing rugby is on there too, probably a home game. "Cricket? Yeah, I need to experience it, I just don't understand the scores. It could take a while for me to get Cricket. Baseball seems a bit easier to count the points at least." The Reds aren't playing on the days of this year's football or hurling finals, so maybe Jurgen will make his dream come true!

club all year. We had a great run out of it and got to the All-Ireland semi-final against Cuala, which just didn't go our way. "But it was a different atmosphere, it was more enjoyable. There was less pressure on it. And I actually started going back and enjoying hurling and enjoying the craic with the boys. "I had my chance over 13 years and didn't win it but what about it? I wouldn't be any different a person with an All-Ireland medal. It's a feat to get to a final and would be class to have won it, but what can you do? "I heard a great line there: you'll invite the county lads to your wedding but it's the club lads that will carry you to the grave."

Changes to age grades A SPECIAL meeting of Coiste Chontae Phort Láirge will take place on Monday, August 20th, 2018 in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan at 7.30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the proposed changes to the Age Grades for 2019. The matter will be for decision at the September meeting of the Board. The Chairman and/or Secretary of each club is requested to attend. Those within the club who may also have an interest in the changes are also welcome.

Club and County FORMER Galway hurling captain David Collins is philosophical about missing out on winning an All-Ireland SHC with his county. Having featured prominently for the Tribesmen since 2004, the Liam Mellows clubman lost three All-Ireland finals before retiring from intercounty duty in 2016 - a year short of last season's historic breakthrough. As Galway prepare for another decider this weekend, the 34-year-old has no regrets over his decision to walk away. "Obviously, if the legs were there, I'd be delighted. But no more. I was with the

Scór Na Seachtaine MAURICE Shanahan’s brilliant goal after soloing the bigger part of Fraher Field in the 59th minute of Lismore’s SHC game against Dungarvan last Sunday evening. Sources tells us that Bernie Kelleher’s goal in Ballysaggart for Shamrocks against Cappoquin in the Western ‘C’ Junior hurling quarter-final was a real contender as was Gavin Power’s extratime goal for Dungarvan against Lismore.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the Editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the Western under 21 football championship game between champions Ring and Ballinacourty on the newspaper dated July 13th, 1968. Ring 1-7; Ballinacourty 0-7.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Cois Bhride Cois Bhride Notes kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware CUMANN NA MBUNSCOIL GO GAMES Congratulations to Jake Henley who will be taking part in the INTO/GAA/Cumann na mBunscol Respect Exhibition Go Games at half-time in Croke Park at next Sunday's All-Ireland Hurling Final. This is a fantastic achievement for Jake who will be representing Scoil Mhuire Tallow, his club and county and we wish him all the best. Enjoy it Jake! U-15 COUNTY FINAL On last Saturday morning our U-15s travelled to Dunhill to play the County final against St. Mollerans. Conditions were very wet and it wasn't to be our day, losing in the end on a score line of 3-11 to 0-7 points. Well done to our boys, they battled very well through a very tough game. Panel: Cathal Hunt, Eolan Costello, Stephen Roche, Ian Martin, Tom Dalton, Darragh Spillane, Mark Dalton, Shane Martin, Shane Cronin, Ethan Scotton, Jake Henley, Jack Murphy, Jake O'Brien, Jack McDonnell, Callum McCarthy, Ciaran Lenehan, Cian O'Brien.

Naomh Chartaigh Under 7s who we in action recently.

Enjoying the Cois Bhride Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp 2018.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Cois Bhride Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp 2018.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Cois Bhride Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp 2018.

[Sean Byrne]

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Dan Fraher Poc Fada – Adult runner ups: Conor Tobin, Brendan Tobin (chairman), Eoin Kearns and Dermot Tobin.

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Dan Fraher Poc Fada – Underage winners: Kevin and David Butler and Sean Ryan.

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Dan Fraher Poc Fada – Adult winners: Darren Maher, Brendan Tobin (chairman), Mike Ryan and Stephen Bennett. Well done to the boys from Ballysaggart.

JUNIOR A HURLING RESULTS Congratulations to St. Mary’s who successfully beat Colligan in the Junior A hurling championship last Friday, 10th August. Final scoreline St. Mary’s 2-14; Colligan 2-9. LOTTO RESULTS No winner of the €600 local lotto held on Sunday night, the winning numbers were 10, 22 and 23. €20 winners were Marian Cliffe, Carmel O’Neill, Helen Barron, Mary Duffey and Jackie O’Connell. Marian Cliffe won the promoters prize. Remember – if you’re not in you can’t win! 13th ANNUAL DAN FRAHER POC FADA Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's GAA Club would like to thank everyone who attended and supported the 13th annual Dan Fraher Poc Fada on the bank holiday Monday, 6th August, 2018. The ‘One Club’ initiative and games were a huge success. Thank you to all who attended and supported the night! Unfortunately, the weather didn’t hold off for the bbq and presentations, we had to move the activities inside fairly swiftly. As per usual,

the volunteering was top notch from the organisers, registrars, drivers, markers, bbq chef’s, music, shop etc. Winners on the night: Adult winners: Darren Maher, Brendan Tobin (chairman), Mike Ryan and Stephen Bennett. Well done to the boys from Ballysaggart. Adult runner ups: Conor Tobin, Brendan Tobin (chairman), Eoin Kearns and Dermot Tobin. Underage winners: Kevin and David Butler and Sean Ryan. PRESENTATION OF NEW HURLING AND FOOTBALL JERSEYS The new St. Mary’s hurling jerseys and new Sliabh gCua football jerseys were presented on the night of the Long Puck. St. Mary’s hurling jersey – The club would like to thank Colin Gleeson and Eoin Sheehan of Dungarvan Precession Engineering for sponsoring our clubs new hurling jerseys. Sliabh gCua football jersey – The club would like to thank Brendan Tobin Haulage (Club Chairman) for sponsoring our clubs new football jerseys.

St. Mary’s hurling jerseys – The club would like to thank Colin Gleeson and Eoin Sheehan of Dungarvan Precision Engineering for sponsoring our clubs new hurling jerseys. Picture of presentation: Declan Fitzpatrick (Hurling manager), Geariod Hallahan, Colin Gleeson (Dungarvan Precision Engineering), JP Fitzpatrick (club secretary), Eoin Kearns, Jack Skehan and Conor Tobin.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

St. Pats U-11 FOOTBALL U-11 footballers played a tough match in Bohadoon against Stradbally on Friday night last. It was a close match with both teams taking their scores early. Our boys dug deep and finished the stronger to take the result with 2 late goals. Well done lads. ST. PAT’S U15’S VICTORIOUS IN THE BATTLE OF WILLIAMSTOWN Erin’s Own 2-5; St. Pat’s 5-7. Some wins are handed to you, some wins you work for, and some wins have to be fought for. The victory last night over Erin’s Own fell into the latter category. St. Pat’s took to the pitch short of some of our most influential players, illness and holidays taking their toll on our starting line-up. The evening was ideal for football, although several of the less hardy spectators were giving their winter wardrobe an early airing. An error prone start from both sides saw Erin’s Own luck their way to an early lead. Their forward had her shot well saved by our advancing keeper but the ball ricocheted on to the Erin’s Own player and over the goal line. At the other end our finishing was whatever the opposite of clinical is. Chance after chance was created and squandered. In one passage of play the Erin’s Own keeper pulled off two good saves and then saw a third shot ping off her post. We finally kicked a point or two to help us settle but then came the hammer blow of another Erin’s Own goal. Good work by our defence and keeper stymied the initial shot on target. The ensuing game of pinball in the box saw Erin’s Own quickest to the toe poke. Two goals down and a misfiring attack. Great. The St. Pat’s renaissance was prompted by our corner forward who is starting to make a habit of being on the score sheet. Sneaking in when the Erin’s Own defence was absorbed with the more obvious threat from our half forwards, she finished crisply to give St. Pat’s a toehold in the game. As the half progressed, it became obvious that the game was getting very physical. An escalation in the ferocity of tackling from both sides became apparent. The play was being let flow and niggles became nudges, then grudges. This style of contest doesn’t suit St. Pat’s, our team is younger and smaller than most. For us a Verdun style war of attrition is normally the preamble to an heroic defeat. Our preferred “run and gun” style of play is a dashing cavalry charge. We rely on the central spine of our team to break quickly, supporting each other, striking before the opposition knows what has hit them. When our team is running we’re winning, when we’re wrestling for possession we’re in trouble. We don’t do trench warfare but if we were going to win this game we’d have to dig deep. Fortune finally smiled on us in the twilight of the first half. A shot looped over the Erin’s Own keeper before dipping under the bar. St. Pat’s prepared to change ends two points to the good. The robust nature of the first half ex-

changes had unsettled some of our players and the mentors had the halftime job of calming the girls down. The second half performance was as gritty and resolute a performance as we have seen from this team. The winning of the game was out on the wings. From front to back our girls became the defensive equivalent of a toothache, ever present, always niggling, and a pain. First we matched Erin’s Own physicality and then we overcame it. Every ball, every shot, every pass was contested. When Erin’s Own had possession they were forced to rush shots, offload hurried passes, and make difficult plays. One of our mentors is always reminding the girls to “mind the house”, to protect the goal. Our entire back line were up for a “Good Housekeeping” award after this performance. The corner backs getting out in front of their players to break up the play, our full back and goalie hoovering up behind them. Nothing was given to Erin’s Own. Our stand in midfielder had a fine game in her new position. She provided the link between defence and attack that allowed our strike force to pounce. St. Pat’s started to make chances and this time they were taken. Our old reliables stretched our lead with point following point. Erin’s Own started to be pulled apart by our running game. Each score came more easily than the last as the city side finally started to wilt. Three rapid fire goals for St. Pat’s brought an end to Erin’s Own aspirations. At the final whistle our girls trooped off victorious. Bloodied but unbowed, our musketeers had played all for one and come away with a win. Well done to the players and mentors on our hardest fought win of the season. BIG WIN FOR WATERFORD LADIES Waterford 3-13; Tipperary 1-13 Well done to the Waterford Ladies (and our own Kelley Moroney) on retaining their TG4 All-Ireland senior status after a thrilling encounter in Callan. CÚL CAMP Bohadoon was a sea of children playing hurling and football during the club's Cúl Camp last week. The children, coaches and organisers had a very busy time of it. During the week we welcomed Waterford hurlers Stephen Bennett and Noel Connors who gave coaching advice to the children and gamely signed every inanimate object thrust in front of them. The club would like to thank them for taking the time to visit and meet the children. The club would also like to thank the coaches and camp organisers for the fantastic job they did in running the most fun summer camp you could hope for. Until next year. FAMILY FUN DAY & POC FADA This year’s celebration of all things St. Pat’s will take place on Sunday, 2nd September. If the day is half as much fun as it was last year it will be an event well worth attending. More details about the day's programme in the coming weeks. "SPLIT THE POT" The next draw takes place on Sunday, 2nd September at the same

St. Pat’s u-11 football team who had a tough game against Stradbally last week.

St. Pat's u-15 Ladies Football team who triumphed over Erins Own in a tough game at Williamstown last week. Queally's Bar, Bohadoon. This is the club's main fundraiser which helps to top up registration fees, pay for footballs, sliotars, referee fees, subsidise bus hire, field maintenance and help towards any other bills which our club has fall due over the year. Tickets for the next monthly draw are available from Mentors, Parents, Committee, Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

Well done to Noel, Liam and Colin who represented St. Pat’s in the 13th Annual Dan Fraher Poc Fada competition in Touraneena last week.

St. Pat's U-10 Ladies Football team who played at the Ballysaggart Community Festival Blitz last Saturday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

Kilmacthomas EASTERN JUNIOR B HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Over the past few weeks our focus has turned to hurling as our Junior hurlers have been in action. Over our hurlers were faced with the task of facing both Erins Own and De La Salle in the Junior hurling championship. Both games ended with a win to Kilmacthomas. FIXTURES Our Junior hurlers are back in action this weekend versus Passage, on Friday 17th in Passage. Throw-in at 7.15 p.m. This is our last group game in the championship. With the knockout round of hurling championship scheduled for September.

Rathgormack RATHGORMACK GAA FAMILY FUN FIELD DAY SUNDAY, 26th AUGUST Rathgormack GAA Family Fun Field Day Sunday, 26th August, in Johnny Curry GAA Park Rathgormack with “FREE ENTRY FOR ALL.” This year’s event will be a bigger and better event with some previous years favourites back by popular demand. The NEW “HANGTOUGH CHAMPION OF THE COMERAGHS” event will be a particularly keenly contested affair…along with pillow fighting, fun races for the kids (and big kids) U-6 & U-8 juvenile football matches, sponge throwing, role the bale competition, with many more events to be announced closer to the day. There will be refreshments and to ensure no one goes hungry and if the weather co-operates it should turn out to be a fantastic community day. Put the date in your calendar and make sure you don't miss it.

St. Mary’s Juveniles U-13 HURLING Ferrybank was the venue for Round 4 of the league last Bank Holiday Monday night as we attempted to get our second win of the campaign. Unfortunately, it was a night to forget for the lads who had a poor night at the office. Despite being short a few we never raised a gallop as the city outfit were far superior in all aspects. Conor Breslin notched our only goal and this was our only highlight of the night as it ended up St. Mary’s 1-3; Ferrybank 9-8. U-16 HURLING We were due to play Stradbally in the latest round of the championship last Wednesday evening in Kill but unfortunately no referee turned up so the game will have to be refixed at a later date. We play Clashmore this Friday night, at the Western venue in our penultimate game of the league section. This has a 7 p.m. start. U-11 FOOTBALL We were due to play Gaultier in both Division 1 & 3 in the league last Friday evening, 10th Aug, but unfortunately only our Division 1 team saw action as for the second week running our ‘white’ team received a walkover. Meanwhile, our ‘maroon’ team had a very exciting encounter against a strong Gaultier outfit, just losing out in the end by 5-6 to 3-7. The opening few rounds have seen this team compete very well in Division 1 and plenty to look forward to with the lads for the remainder of the campaign.

Ballyduff Upper SENIOR HURLING Our senior hurlers lost out to Tallow after extra-time on a scoreline of Ballyduff Upper 1-27; Tallow 3-22. Team: Conor Sheehan, Michael Kearney, Séamus Hannon, Shane Hannon, Jamie Hannon, Conor Murray, Jamie Kearney (0-1), Finán Hickey, Seán Kenny, Andrew Casey (0-4, 1s/l), Shane Kearney, Eoghan Murray (0-19, 17f’s), Kevin Casey (1-2), Michael McCormack, Seán Casey (0-1). Subs: Oran Leamy for Shane Kearney, Eoin O’Brien for Michael McCormack.

With defeat here we now enter the relegation series, facing Fourmilewater on Friday, August 24th at 8.15 pm in Fraher Field. MINOR HURLING Our minor hurlers were in action last night (Tuesday) against Ardmore. Please check our social media pages for the result of this game. CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before Sunday mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. CLUB SHOP Our online club shop with O’Neills Sport is now up and running. There is a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available. The club shop can be reached by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper.

Geraldines HURLING We played Ballinameala on Friday night in Fraher Field, a tough game with the end result a fair one 2-12 – 1-15. The Gers backline consisted of mainly experience rather than speed and it seem to pay off as the opposition could have been a lot further ahead in parts of the game but the Gers hunger pulled them back into the game as they trailed by 7 points with 8 minutes to go. Substitute David Hally just on the field marginally missed a goal chance but Aidan Dwyer was first onto the break and struck for the green flag. This sparked the come-back and with further points from Ger O’Donovan and Liam O’Connell, the lads pulled it back to a draw. Standout performances Ger O’Donvan, Eammon Mernin, Stephen Fitzgerald. We play Tourin this Sunday in Fraher Feld at 6.15 p.m. LOTTO No winner of last week’s jackpot. Numbers drawn were 4, 14, 15. The €20 winners: Mary O’Donovan, Davy Reynolds, Michael Irwin, Brian Hallahan, Kathleen Ronayne. Next week’s jackpot is €1,700 and the draw takes place on Friday night in the Welcome Inn. It could be you.

Great job for our Cappoquin Camogie Club U-8 girls for taking part in the blitz in Lismore.

Cappoquin Camogie FIXTURES The U-16s will play Tramore on Tuesday, 21st August in Tramore, at 7 p.m. Cappoquin Seniors will play Gaultier in Gaultier on Saturday, 25th at 7 p.m. RESULTS Cappoquin Seniors played St. Anne’s last Saturday in the Hooper Dolan Insurances Championship Round 1 St. Anne's 1-11; Cappoquin 2-1, a 7 point win for the home team in incredibly foggy conditions but a fantastic display of teamwork and skill shown. Cappoquin U-16's played a great game but unfortunately came away losing to An Rinn last Tuesday night. LISMORE BLITZ Great job to our u-8 girls for taking part in the blitz in Lismore. The U-10's played four games against St. Annes, Ballyduff, Butlerstown and Modeligo. The girls all played fantastic in some very competitive matches. A big thank you to all players and parents who travelled in some not so good weather. A special word of thanks to Cappoquin’s young whistler Ally Landers who refereed all our games very well. A big thank you to Lismore Camogie Club for hosting! GIVE RESPECT, GET RESPECT The Club will be promoting the GAA/Camogie Association campaign of Give Respect Get Respect over the coming weeks. Give Respect – Get Respect is an awareness campaign that seeks to ensure that Gaelic Games are promoted and played in a positive, fair and enjoyable manner and where Players, Coaches, Spectators and Referees Give Respect – Get Respect from each other. We as a club, support this campaign in a number of ways; shaking hands with opposing teams, ensuring player participation at underage levels, showing respect both on and off the field to players, coaches, referees and spectators, as well as when using club grounds and equipment. We are planning on raising further awareness of this

by talking with all players over the next few training sessions about our own Code of Ethics, and asking parents to read over it with players at home. We will also be running a design a poster competition with our younger underage players to help promote the Give Respect, Get Respect campaign within our club. These posters will then be displayed in our club. WATERFORD CAMOGIE Well done to the Under 14 team have beaten Cork in the Semi-Final on a scoreline of 2-3 to 1-2. Waterford

will now play Kilkenny in the final. The very best of luck to them and their mentors. TRAINING *U-8/U-10 training is Thurs. from 6-7 pm *U-12/14 training is Tues. at 6-7 pm *U-16 training is Tues. 6-7pm and Sat. from 11 am12 noon *Minor Training Wed. and Fri. at 7.30 pm *U-18 and Senior training is Tues. and Fri. at 7.30 pm and Sun. at 10 am. New members welcome.

Cappoquin Camogie Club U-10's played four games against St. Annes, Ballyduff, Butlerstown and Modeligo at the Lismore Blitz.

Shamrocks (Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd). JBHC: Shamrocks 5-12; Cappoquin 2-11. Shamrocks Junior Hurlers booked their place in the Western semi-final with a clinical 10 point win over Cappoquin in Ballysaggart last Friday evening. We are lucky to have a great mix of experienced and up and coming players in the club with the only issue usually being can we get them all together when they are needed. Last Friday we almost had them all, and they put in a fine performance. Eamonn Forbes got the ball rolling with two early points cancelled out by two Cappoquin frees, and then showed all his experience to bury the first goal which was swiftly followed by a Thomas Goulding goal and a fine goal from Bernie Kelleher to give us a ten point lead with about 15 minutes gone. We held onto that lead for the next ten minutes, but lost our concentration before half-time, and suddenly Cappoquin finished the half scoring 2-1 without reply to leave just a goal between the sides.

We got off to a good start in the second half as points from Bernie, Thomas Goulding and Chris Murphy got us back on track. Bernie then scored a gem of a goal from an overhead strike (something you don't see too often anymore), and though Cappoquin scored the next three points, we finished the stronger with two points and Eamonn Forbes' second goal to give us a 10 point win. The only sour note was Bernie's dismissal in the second half along with a Cappoquin player which was very harsh in my opinion. He will be a big loss in the semi final. Eamonn Forbes was top scorer with 2-6, followed by Bernie with 2-2, but it was some of the younger players like Ivan O'Neill and Liam Motherway who caught the eye and they really look like players for the future. Good to see Thomas Goulding back wearing the jersey, and Chris Murphy had a very good 60 minutes. So onwards and upwards lads! Panel; Liam Murphy, Martin Delaney, Thomas Baldwin, Michael Lucey, Mike O'Neill, Liam Dalton, Sean Murphy, Chris

Murphy (0-3), Ivan O'Neill, Liam Motherway, Bernie Kelleher (2-2), Edward O'Neill, Keegan O'Farrell, Thomas Goulding (1-1), Eamonn Forbes (2-6), Padraig Tobin, James Walsh, Sean O'Neill, Dan O'Neill, Eoin Roche, Alan Kelly.

COIS BHRIDE Commiserations to Cois Bhride U-15 hurlers who lost to St. Mollerans in the county final last Saturday. CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to congratulate Fiona O'Donovan who tied the knot with Sean last Saturday. We wish you both many years of wedded bliss. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Shamrocks take on Ballysaggart in the Intermediate Hurling quarter final next Saturday evening, 18th August at 7 p.m. in Cappoquin. Having lost heavily to 'Saggart last year, we know nothing less than our best will be good enough to advance to a semi final, so I expect a huge battle next Saturday in Lismore. This is championship knockout hurling, our hurling season comes down to this so come along and give them some support. Throw-in at 7 p.m.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 August, 2018

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 6th August. The numbers drawn were 11, 16, 21 and 26. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Maura Ryan, James & Ciara, Colin & Lena and Willie Browne. The seller’s prize went to P. J. Coffey. Last Monday, 13th August night’s jackpot was worth €6,650. Black and Amber lotto tickets will be

on sale outside The Pike Service Station on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If anyone would like to help out selling tickets on Saturday mornings please contact Kevin on 087 2814712. As always your support is greatly appreciated. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Colligan played the St. Marys in the Junior Hurling Championship last Friday evening in the Fraher Field. The match ended on a score line of 2-14 to 2-09

with St. Marys coming out on top.

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