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Rural school and community hall targeted in burglary By Paul Mooney GARDAÍ are investigating a number of burglaries which occurred in rural West Waterford area over the past seven days, including a breakin to a rural school and community hall. Criminals broke into Whitechurch National School, Ballinameela, Cappagh, and stole laptops sometime between last Sunday evening, 20th March, and Monday morning, 21st March. The Community Centre in Ballinameela was also targeted, but the culprits left empty-handed.

houses broken into and ransacked in the West Waterford area on 17th March last, including the Ring area and Ardmore area. A number of personal items and sums of cash were taken. Gardaí have asked that anyone who may have observed suspicious activity in their area during 17th March, to contact Dungarvan Garda Station. Anyone who observes suspicious activity, people or vehicles are asked to take note of the details and contact detectives at Dungarvan Garda Station on 058-48600. All information will be treated in the strictest confidence and will be followed up.

Gardaí have asked that anyone who may have observed anything suspicious last Sunday night / Monday morning to contact detectives at Dungarvan Garda Station on 05848600. It is understood community halls and schools are a likely target for criminals, particularly when schools are closed during the holidays. Members of the public are asked to be extra vigilant in their communities and to immediately report any suspicious activity in their neighbourhood (no matter how insignificant they might think the information is) to the Gardaí. Meanwhile, there were several

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee are proud to present this certificate to Jim Veale on behalf of the people of Dungarvan, Abbeyside and West Waterford in appreciation and recognition of his outstanding civic contribution of 40 years’ voluntary service as honorary chairman of Dungarvan Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee. (L. to r.): Ann Marie Rossiter, Ann Fuller, Cllr. Tom Cronin, Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan-Lismore District also making a presentation on behalf of Waterford City and County Council to Jim Veale, Chairman, St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee; Joan Clancy and Cllr. Damien Geoghegan. [Pat Crowley]

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THIS coming Easter Saturday, 26th March, Abbeyside singer, Moylan Brunnock will take to the stage in the live shows of the Voice of Ireland. Moylan is seeking your support, as she battles it out in an attempt to win the grand prize - a recording contract with Universal. The live show of the Voice of Ireland will be broadcast live from Dublin’s Helix this Easter Saturday on RTÉ One from 6.55 p.m. Earlier in the year, County Waterford viewers saw Moylan progress through the blind audition stages, when her hauntingly beautiful rendition of Joni Mitchell’s ‘Woodstock’. Moylan gave a stunning performance during the Battle stages of the competition in front of a live audience, and was selected to go forward to the live stages of the show. Moylan will take to the stage this Easter Saturday

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By Paul Mooney A GROUP of school teachers from Belgium and France, who are visiting Dungarvan as part of the Super Schools competition have expressed their shock and horror at the recent attacks in Brussels. Explosions ripped through the Zaventem Airport and Maelbeek Metro Station in Brussels last Tuesday morning killing at least 34 people and injuring over 130 people. The tragedy has caused worldwide shock, along with growing anger at the criminals responsible. The Belgian capital was on lockdown and the country raised its terrorism threat to the highest level, while leaders from around the world condemned the attacks. Belgium has declared three days of national mourning in the wake of the attacks. The Belgium capital is the home of the European Union Parliament, and while there are no reports of Irish casualties, there are no doubt Irish ex-pats working and living there. The explosion at the Maelbeek Metro Station is near to a European Union office. It is understood the Muslim extremist group - the so-called ISIS - has claimed responsibility for the attacks in Brussels. It is the same terrorist group who carried out the attacks in Paris last November. The attacks are considered an attack on the whole European Union, with the French Prime Minister Manuel Valls saying Europe is “at war”. The Belgian and French school teams were participating in the ‘Super Schools’ competition which is being held at St. Augustine’s College, Dungarvan, over the past week. Jean David, P.E. teacher and coach for the Belgian team from the city of Mons, who are taking part in the Super Schools competition, expressed his “complete shock” at the attacks in Brussels. Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer, he said he was in contact with the parents of the children to reassure them they were safe here in Ireland. He said there was no further information at the moment, but they expected information regarding their travel arrangements later in the week. Both the Belgian and French teams had flown out of Zaventem Airport last Saturday morning to come to Ireland and they are due to travel back together to the same airport this coming Friday. However, there is uncertainty if their flight will land as scheduled, and instead may be diverted to a different airport. Another coach and P.E. teacher with the same Belgian team, Melanie Verdier, speaking to this newspaper, said she was shocked and saddened for the people who were killed and injured in the Brussels attacks. She said while Ireland seems to be far removed from the terrorist attacks, she pointed out that these types of attacks could happen anywhere. Ms. Verdier said the Belgian students are concentrating on their sporting challenges during the Super Schools competition and their parents were contacted to reassure them. “We fly back to Brussels on Friday but we’ve had no information yet,” said Ms. Verdier in relation to their travel arrangements for going home.

The Belgian, French and Irish flags flying at St. Augustine’s College, Duckspool, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, this week, as part of the Super Schools Competition currently being held at St. Augustine’s College. Patrick Genárt, French P.E. teacher and coach of students from Collège Pierre et Marie Curie, Gravelines, France, who are participating in the Super Schools competition, said the attacks are very worrying, because their students flew out last Saturday from the same airport where the attacks happened – Zaventem Airport. He said the situation is dangerous and worrisome for the parents. “We have to go back on Friday, but the airport is closed at the moment,” Mr. Genárt told the Dungarvan Observer. He said they are awaiting information from the Belgian authorities on whether they can travel back or will be diverted to another airport. Mr. Genárt said such attacks are a cause for concern for those people attending events like sporting games, and in public places, like train stations and airports. He said everywhere could be a target now. Outgoing Minister for Foreign Affairs, Charlie Flanagan said Ireland “stands in solidarity with the people of Brussels and Belgium”. He said the travel advice for Irish citizens travelling to Belgium has been updated and there is a recommendation that citizens exercise extreme caution if in Belgium, and that they closely follow the instructions of local authorities. Sinn Féin MEP for Ireland South, Liadh Ní Riada, expressed shock and alarm at the explosions in Brussels. Speaking from the European Parliament in Brussels, Ms. Ní Riada said: “The explosions in Brussels have resulted in feelings of shock and alarm for those based in the city and

indeed for people over the world”. On the day of the explosions, Ms. Ní Riada said Sinn Féin were due to host around 120 visitors from Ireland to the parliament, including 30 from Ireland South, who were travelling en route when the first explosions took place. “They have been diverted and are all safe,” Ms. Ní Riada said. “We pass our condolences to the families of those killed and we wish a safe recovery to those injured.” Fine Gael MEP for Ireland South, Deirdre Clune, speaking from the European Parliament where MEPs and staff have been advised not to leave their offices, the Ireland South MEP said we cannot allow the actions of a radical minority to spread fear and close Europe down. “I would like to offer my condolences to those who lost their lives and to all those who were injured,” said Ms. Clune. “My thoughts and prayers are with them and their families. European values are under attack here in Brussels.Whilst we are shocked and saddened, our resolve is strong. “We must protect core European values such as freedom of movement and freedom of expression. “These are values that we hold dear and cannot be bombed out of existence. “Europe must now respond in a strong and sustained way against those who mean to tear us apart. Europe must now stand united against terror,” she added. For anyone concerned with the welfare of an Irish citizen in Brussels, they can contact the Department of Foreign Affairs on 01 418 0200 / 408200; www.dfa.ie

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The Ballyvoile Ambush It was on a Sunday morning our Volunteers did go With rifles on their shoulders to meet the coming foe, From Stradbally, Thomas and his men They marched in single file It’s little they thought they’d have to halt when they came to Ballyvoile. When the rebels saw them coming in numbers they were great By the railway slopes and cornfields for them our boy did wait But when the firing started no soldiers could be seen They all had run for shelter down Tobins’ old boreen.

Pictured are Liam and Tony Hogan, nephews of Volunteer John Cummins at the commemoration plaque to their uncle at Ballyvoile. Liam and Tony’s mother was a sister to John Cummins.

Large crowd expected for Easter Commemoration in Stradbally A COMMEMORATION parade will take place in Stradbally this coming Easter Sunday, 27th March, to remember IRA volunteer John Cummins of 2nd Battalion, who was killed in

action during the War of Independence in 1921. John Cummins was 23years-old when he was killed in action by a gang of English Crown forces on 5th June, 1921.

IRA Volunteer John Cummins (23) who was killed in action on 5th June, 1921.

He was at a location in Ballyvoile - beside the now developed Waterford Greenway - when he was shot. A cross marks the location where he fell and a plaque to the volunteer is located in the cliff face by the main Coast Road (R675). His nephews, Liam and Tony Hogan, took time out last Monday afternoon to visit the commemoration plaque.They were delighted to see the area around the plaque has been tided and cleaned up with overgrowth completely cut back. Volunteer John Cummins grew up in Ballyvoile in a family of six (three brothers and three sisters). A large crowd is expected to attend the Easter Commemoration in Stradbally, which is an annual event held by the West Waterford Brigade IRA Memorial Association. The parade will leave

Stradbally village around 2.45 p.m. led by Youghal Pipe Band, and make its way to John Cummins grave in the cemetery of Stradbally Church, where an oration will be delivered at the graveside. It is understood that this Commemoration event is one of very few publicgathering events to be held on Easter Sunday in County Waterford, to com-

memorate the centenary of 1916 and the events which followed the Easter Rising. Refreshments and entertainment will be held afterwards in Barron Hall, Stradbally, which will include an exhibition of uniforms, weapons and dress from the period, while Stradbally Scor na nÓg will perform a piece titled ‘Children of 1916’. All are very welcome.

Now to our young dispatch boy Great praise to him is due In the midst of all the firing across the bridge he flew With a message to his comrades It’s either fight or die As the bullets fell around him Like hailstones from the sky. If this great bridge could only speak, Great stories it would tell As it’s limestone arches echoed to rifle, shot and shell. The Jacksaw from his lofty perch That day he had to go And leave that lovely valley where the river Dalligan flows. Our men they are outnumbered, and their ammunition low. For fear of being surrounded up through Knock they had to go. They swore that Sunday evening if they should fight again They’d have plenty of ammunition and likewise a few more men. And when this war is over and we’ll have our liberty We’ll drink a health to Ballyvoile And the boys who set it free. We’ll have Sinn Fein banners floating from the mountain to the sea. And we’ll wave the flag of freedom on Pat’s Longan’s big ash tree. Now to conclude and finish up, I’ve a few more words to say For the soul of Jackie Cummins Let all his comrades pray. And always be remembered by every one of them That he died a brave young volunteer On the slopes of Queally’s Glen.

Overgrown weeds and vegetation at the commemoration plaque several years ago.

Song by John Daly of Ballyvoile. (Grandfather of singer, Kate Bush).

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West Waterford Festival of Food launches programme of events as tickets go on sale THE launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food 2016 took place in the Old Market House Arts Centre in Dungarvan, launching the full programme of events scheduled for this year’s festival which will run from Friday 15th to Sunday, 17th April, making the sunny South East that little

bit brighter with fabulous food and drinks. Naturally and appropriately for a festival all about local produce there were trays of delectable food served throughout the course of the evening, with local chef Eunice Power working her usual magic on the finest local produce

from the region. While thumbing through the 2016 programme and listening to introductory words from Chairman of the Festival Donal Connolly, who welcomed City and County Mayor John Cummins, County Manager Michael Walsh, John and Annie Flahavan of

Flahavan’s, Paul Nolan from Dawn Meats, Liam Power from Garvey’s and the many others gathered, guests sipped on Dungarvan Brewing Company beer, Blackwater vodka and gin, Crinnaughtaun apple juice and Aurelia cordials. Delicious flavours on offer included Harty

Oysters, and canapés from the kitchen of Eunice Power including scones made with Little Milk Co. cheese topped with smoked bacon from John David Power along with Knockalara Goats cheese tartlets. Celebrating The Changing Kitchen, for

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Mayor of Waterford City and County John Cummins and Orla Brady from Gourmet House. [David Clynch Photography]

three days the beautiful coastal town of Dungarvan and its surrounding countryside will welcome some of Ireland’s finest chefs, producers, stall-holders and all round lovers of fine food as well. Focusing on fresh new talent and innovators, the West Waterford Festival of

Food showcases some of the best producers, chefs, restaurants and food businesses in Ireland. Tickets for the 9th West Waterford Festival of Food went on sale last Tuesday. For bookings and enquiries please contact 058-41741 or visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Waterford City and County Manager Michael Walsh and Eunice Power from Eunice Power Catering. [David Clynch Photography]

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Mayor of Waterford City and County John Cummins, Orla Dawson from Dungarvan Credit Union, Yvonne Dillon from Nutrilicious Food Co and Paul Clerkin from the West Waterford Festival of Food in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The sunny South East is set for another year of gastronomical delights as the West Waterford Festival of Food returns to Dungarvan for its 9th successive year from 15th-17th April. This year's theme will celebrate "The Changing Kitchen". Focusing on fresh new talent and innovators, the West Waterford Festival of Food showcases some of the best producers, chefs, restaurants and food businesses in Ireland. For more information on the programme visit waterfordfestivaloffood.com [David Clynch Photograpy]

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Waterford City and County Manager Michael Walsh and Festival CEO Claire Dalton. [David Clynch Photography]

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Orla Dawson from Dungarvan Credit Union, Aoibhin Fallon from My Waterford and Louise Clark from Nude Food Restaurant. [David Clynch Photography]

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are John and Annie Flahavan from sponsor Flahavan's, William Farnsworth from Kilmacthomas and Festival Chairman Donal Connolly.

Speaking at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food is Chef Paul Flynn from the Tannery Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Pictured at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are Michelle Comerford and Javier Garduno from El Sombrero and Claire Dalton, CEO of West Waterford Festival of Food.

[David Clynch Photography]

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Pictured here at the launch of the West Waterford Festival of Food are members of the festival's elite chefs in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The sunny South East is set for another year of gastronomical delights as the West Waterford Festival of Food returns to Dungarvan for its 9th successive year from 15th-17th April. Combining fabulous food and drink, engaging events, pop up restaurants and much more. Focusing on fresh new talent and innovators, the West Waterford Festival of Food showcases some of the best producers, chefs, restaurants and food businesses in Ireland. The festival will run from April 15th -17th and this year's theme will celebrate "The Changing Kitchen". For more information on the programme visit waterfordfestivaloffood.com [Robbie Reynolds]

West Waterford Festival of Food 2016 celebrates The Changing Kitchen A new generation of talent, fresh flavours, interesting influences and good ideas! THE sunny South East is set for another year of gastronomical delights as the West Waterford Festival of Food returns to Dungarvan for its 9th successive year from 15th-17th April. Combining fabulous food and drink, engaging events, pop up restaurants and much more, it’s a must visit for food lovers everywhere. Following the success of last year’s festival which celebrated Generations in Irish Food, the theme this year will shine a spotlight on the up-and-coming faces in Irish food and also the trends that are set to dominate the culinary world for the next year. For three days the beautiful coastal town of Dungarvan and its surrounding countryside will welcome some of Ireland’s finest chefs, producers, stallholders and all round lovers of fine food as well. Focusing on fresh new talent and innovators, the West Waterford Festival of Food showcases some of the best producers, chefs, restaurants and food businesses in Ireland.

One of the highlights of the programme this year will be the hotly anticipated pop-up dinner by Robin Gill in The Tannery. The Tannery continues as a cornerstone of the West Waterford Festival of Food, this year welcoming Dublin-born chef Gill, who continues to light up the London restaurant scene, this year with the opening of his third restaurant Paradise Garage in Bethnal Green, along with his two other, highly thought of, restaurants The Dairy and The Manor. Flying the flag for young Irish talent over the pond, Robin’s stock is set to rise even higher in 2016. There will be more wellknown faces in residence on Sunday as Mickael Viljanen, Graham Neville and Kieran Glennon host Sunday lunch.Three exceptionally talented young chefs, each cooking in their respective restaurants at the very top of their game, this will be a unique opportunity for festival-goers to experience some of the

finest cooking currently happening on this island. Other highlights focusing on The Changing Kitchen includes the aptly titled Gourmet Garbage Dinner, which will see Louise Clark of Nude Food host a food waste dinner at her Dungarvan café. Addressing the issue of food waste in the restaurant industry, chef Michael Quinn, food writer and journalist Dee Laffan and chef and food writer Joe McNamee will join in the conversation and the cooking while diners feast on delectable dishes, highlighting the many uses for food which would normally get thrown away. Returning once again to this year’s West Waterford Festival of Food will be Seafood Saturday. Come and enjoy all that the Waterford coastline has to offer, from fresh local seafood such as Harty’s Oysters to inspiring demos with Martin Shanahan and Shane McGrath. Whether it’s fun activities by the water, sensational seafood as

you browse the stalls or simply the beautiful views along the quayside, Seafood Saturday is an event that showcases the heritage of this seaside town and is one not to be missed. A key event at every West Waterford Festival of Food is the hugely popular Farmer’s Market, this year on Sunday April 17th. One of the largest artisan food markets on the island, and with over 90 stalls, the Farmer’s Market is the perfect showcase for the best producers and artisans of the region. Meet the producers, fill your basket and stroll the square as you take in the sights, scents and savours of the various stalls. This year the West Waterford Festival of Food is delighted to introduce The Health Hub to its programme. With nutrition now a hot topic for many foodies, the festival has created a venue that is dedicated to the latest health and wellness food trends. Talks include The Spice of Life with medical herbalist Aine Marie O’Reilly, a

panel discussion which will examine the rise of fad diets called Is Healthy Eating Killing Us? and there will be a special screening of GMO OMG followed by a panel discussion. The Cultured Food Company will hold a fermentation workshop while Magic Mayan Chocolate will be educating visitors on raw chocolate making.The West Waterford Festival of Food will be a one stop shop for 2016 food trends. A highlight of the event for many are the town hall demos and this year the West Waterford Festival of Food will be celebrating The Changing Kitchen. Javier Garduno of El Sombrero will join Lily Ramirez Foran to highlight a selection of Mexican cooking skills, and West Waterford Festival of Food are delighted to welcome back Kwanghi Chan, previously of The Cliff House Hotel, to give a masterclass in Asian street food. These demos from cutting edge Irish chefs and food producers are not to be missed

- inspirational, interesting and delicious! For those festival-goers who enjoy the finer things in life, Declan Maxwell will host Afternoon Tea at Lismore Castle. Home to Lord and Lady Burlington, Head Butler Denis Nevin and his team will be serving the finest tea accompanied by sweet and savoury delicacies from the skilled hand of Judit McNally of Ormond Café. A wonderful tradition that has stood the test of time, Afternoon Tea at Lismore Castle is an unforgettable experience that will be made extra special thanks to a recital from the ladies of the Voiceover Choir. Always key to the West Waterford Festival of Food, and an integral part of this year’s programme given the theme of The Changing Kitchen, are the little cooks. With a jam-packed schedule of events perfect for all from toddlers to teens,West Waterford Festival of Food will see your little chefs shine with events such as Busy with Biscuits, as well as workshops including one for little pizza chefs and

some historic fun at King John’s Castle. Whether the little chefs are hands-on cooking or simply picking up their favourite fruit at the Fruity Pick ‘n’ Play, there’s plenty of options for a foodie family day out. More information on events will be released from West Waterford Festival of Food HQ, with full details on the 2016 programme being announced in due course, but visitors can expect seaweed foraging, restaurant trails, the ever popular Bus Bia Tours, Irish Craft in a Glass which offers a series of opportunities to taste and learn about the increasingly popular craft beer, gin, cider and whiskeys of Ireland, and much more. This year’s West Waterford Festival of Food celebrating The Changing Kitchen is the perfect way to experience Ireland’s vibrant food culture, and every day is a great day out for all the family! For bookings and enquiries contact 058 21433 or visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com

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Dungarvan work in Texaco Children’s Art Competition – An artwork by a Dungarvan student is amongst entries being presented to adjudicators who will select winners in this year’s 62nd Texaco Children’s Art Competition. Pictured is an entry entitled ‘Egyptian Mural’ by 10 year old Aoibhín Nic Cana, from Ballinamuck West, Dungarvan. Viewing it is Valero Marketing Manager Bronagh Carron. Winners of the Competition will be announced in mid-April with prizes being presented in May.

Council to spend €1.25m on environment schemes in Dungarvan area By Christy Parker A PROGRAMME of works for the former Dungarvan Town Council area was outlined by Director of Services for the Environment Ray Moloney at March’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. A report furnished to councillors indicted a spending of €608,000 on street cleaning, litter picking and waste management with, payroll accounting for 40% of the expenditure. A “smaller amount” would be allocated for plant and materials as well as for waste disposal. On the presentation side of things, he continues, €423,000 would be budgeted on maintaining parks maintenance, open spaces, and so forth. Of this, 50% would be met under payroll. BASKETS AND ROUNDABOUTS More specifically, the official explained, along with maintaining public parks, grass cutting would be pursued in housing estates, with approximately 104

acres cut in eight to 10-day cutting cycles. He said the council would also be providing for tree maintenance, a weed control programme and for a continuation of various floral displays, particularly hanging baskets, with new baskets deployed in Dungarvan’s Davitt’s Quay area. Landscaping improvements were earmarked for three N25 roundabouts in the Dungarvan area, continued Mr. Moloney, while other scheduled improvements included the Abbeyside Boardwalk and restoration works on Fr.Twomey’s Well. “It’s a continuation of what we’ve been doing in recent years with some additional small landscaping works”, he clarified. RURAL STREET CLEANING, DOGS Cllr. John Pratt said villages and smaller towns often lose out when it comes to street cleaning, a point echoed by Cllr. James Tobin, who felt that street cleaning, for example, would need to start before 11 am, before vehicles occupy spaces. Cllr.

Pratt suggested such rural street cleaning be specifically scheduled so people ca anticipate and facilitate it. The councillor also advocated encouraging residents to take responsibility for grass cutting on estates with the council supplying lawnmowers. Mr. Moloney said street cleaning outside the Dungarvan area came under the Roads department. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy agreed that more could be done and promised to liaise “with whoever necessary” in a move towards more effective rural street cleaning. Cllr. Siobhan Whelan asked whether there would be a better bin service to enable dog owners to dispose of their pets’ waste. Mr. McCarthy said the council was currently identifying dog walking routes and pinpointing problem areas with regard to dog litter. It was also contemplating options for bin design that would prevent disposal of household waste, while also facilitating easier cleaning for staff.

Redevelopment works on Grattan Square update FOLLOWING an update with the Resident Engineer & Wills Brothers Construction regarding the redevelopment Works on Grattan Square, the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber can confirm the following: The contractors are presently kerbing on section 1A & 1B Grattan Square. Paving has started in section 1A. It is expected this section will take until the end of March to fully complete. It is expected trees on the west side of Grattan Square will be planted this week. **Wills Brothers Construction Business Liaison Person is the Foreman Jim Gilbert who has committed to be in contact with businesses affected regularly.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

A nasty crime LISMORE is often described as the jewel in the crown of Waterford heritage and tourism and few would argue that it is very high up in our collection of built heritage, varied history and natural beauty. Add to this the countless hours which volunteers have contributed to capitalising on the town’s treasures, the painstaking and regular picking of litter and the very effective efforts to beautify and maintain almost every building in the town. Those efforts have paid off handsomely with a National Tidy Towns title and numerous other awards for their excellent portrayal of their many assets. How disappointing and demoralising then that the residents of the town should wake up to find two rare and very attractive mile-markers wrenched from the wall where they have been a feature for over a century and a half. Thieves got away with two of these valuable artifacts and have, no doubt, found a ready buyer, perhaps for a private collection or an Irish pub abroad where our emigrants repair on a regular basis. Towns like Lismore depend in great measure for their livelihood on tourism and the hard work of their volunteers should not be rejected by this uncaring theft. They will continue to make their town a model of its kind and seek to improve their visitor numbers and create new employment. Meanwhile the Gardai are endeavouring to trace the culprits and to regain the artefacts for restoration to their rightful place. If anyone has any information to offer the Gardai in the case, regardless of how insignificant it may appear, then people should do their duty. This is a crime against the community carried out in sheer greed. This must not be tolerated and the mile-markers must be recovered.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Meanwhile, the people of Lismore will continue their spring preparations and, after this psychological setback, will apply themselves to promoting their own place with the same vigour as heretofore.

Family tragedy in Buncrana THERE are certain tragedies which strike a particularly strong chord with the public and the loss of five family members at Buncrana last Sunday is one of these. That five people could lose their lives so easily, just yards from safety and with helpless bystanders largely unable to help is a sobering thought. Why the five occupants, out for a leisurely Sunday drive by the beautiful Foyle estuary, were unable to exit the vehicle is a matter of speculation and whether features which were to assist safety on the road militated against them in the water is unclear. As usual in such tragedies, the devastated members of their families and their friends young and old will bear a burden of grief for a long time, perhaps forever. Consideration is also due for the man who entered the water and tried his best to assist, taking the baby to safety but unable to do anything to rescue the other five. The looks on the faces of the doomed passengers will stay with

him for all time too and it will be quite a while before his life returns to some normality. Hopefully, whatever services are required to help those close to the victims will be made available quickly, that further grief can be avoided. This tragic event highlights the dangers which lurk unseen at any given time, when an innocent pleasure trip can turn into a nightmare for families, friends and the community at large.

St. Patrick’s Day ON what was one of the brightest, sunniest and most pleasant of spring days around the country, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dungarvan took place in front of surely four or five thousand people, delighted with the spectacle and in high good humour. There were many more entries and floats than usual, some, perhaps, attracted by the generous prize money on offer. The choice of the float depicting Traditional Monastic Ireland was a worthy and appropriate winner, though there were many other colourful, humourous and informative entries as well which took the category prizes. As it transpired, the improvement works in Grattan Square did not impede progress, although lengthy displays by some groups did break the continuity occasionally. This, the 40th Parade was a fitting celebration of our National Apostle and our National Day and is an indication of the response a major public event would attract to celebrate the next great occasion, the Easter Rising 1916. We congratulate the organisers, especially Chairman, Jim Veale who has overseen all events since the tradition of the Parade was revived and whose four decades of service were acknowledged with an appropriate presentation.

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Retail Space in Dungarvan Tourist Office THERE is an exciting opportunity available at present; the Dungarvan Tourist Office invites you to tender for a retail space in their Tourist Office located on Main Street Dungarvan (by Garvey’s SuperValu). Dungarvan Tourist Office had a footfall of close to 10,000 people last year and expect footfall to increase this year. If you feel you have the right merchandise for this space then you can apply to by filling in the application which can be received from info@dungar vantourism.com or call in to the Dungarvan Tourist Office for a hard copy application. Deadline for submission is 31st March at 5.00 p.m.

Antiquated signage in An Rinn LOCAL Sinn Fein Cllr. Siobhan Whelan has once again called on Waterford Council to take immediate action with regard to the removal of antiquated signage adjacent to the playground in An Rinn. “Sinn Fein have highlighted this matter in the past and now I’m calling for immediate action from Waterford Council to expedite the removal of this historical signage which in my view is a plight on the beautiful landscape in the Gaeltacht, while I realise that this signage was required as part of the EU funding agreement for the sewage scheme works carried out, my understanding however is that the time frame for display of the signage has now well expired so it can now be removed. Sinn Fein have in the past and I’m repeating the call that the signage be recycled and reused on the N25 or another appropriate location to promote the fact that the county has a thriving Gaeltacht area. It is simply unacceptable that the signage has been left to deteriorate in such a fashion

Siobhan Whelan directly adjacent to a wonderful community led amenity that is the An Rinn playground.’’ “Plans were also agreed by Waterford Council in the past for a traffic calming /pedestrian crossing in the vicinity of the playground and once again I’m now calling on Waterford Council to expedite this work to ensure the safety of all pedestrians and road users in this area. Sinn Fein

and I will continue in my commitment to lobby for this required improvement at this location. I wish to thank all of those who met with me and updated me on their concerns on my recent visit to this area with my Sinn Fein colleague Louise Brierley, the fact that we visited on International Women’s day and to meet so many women empowered and leading their community was inspiring.’’

Aglish and Tallow issues raised at Dungarvan-Lismore District meeting By Chirsty Parker AGLISH and Tallow were the focus of several inquiries from Cllr. John Pratt at March’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District committee meeting. Cllr. John Pratt was concerned over public lights at Cúl Rua, Aglish which, he explained were on all day. He also wondered if footpath repairs in Aglish and Tallow would commence soon and asked when a street bin promised for Aglish would be forthcoming. Cllr. Pratt also advised that a council owned building in Cockpit Lane,Tallow, previously earmarked for a fire station, was now an eyesore. He asked that it be “tidied up” and the area landscaped, particularly as the tidy town committee was trying to improve the area. Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath said the council had contacted Airtricity and, as she understood it, only one light was staying on in Cúl Rua. A part was required, with repair imminent.

Meanwhile, footpath repairs would shortly commence in Tallow, while a similar project for Aglish would follow later in the year once some storm drainage work was completed. The engineer said she’d review the matter of the fire station site and report back. IN THE PIPELINE... Meanwhile, Cllr. James Tobin wondered if some piping work in the region of Tallow GAA field could be conducted to allow badly needed resurfacing on “the bumpiest road in west Waterford” to proceed. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy promised to investigate. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked that past signage opposite the playground in An Rinn, advertising an EU sewerage treatment project could be removed. Ms. McGrath said she would alert the water service department. In response to a previous inquiry from Cllr Whelan, Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes said there were currently 15 vacant council properties in the district, of which five are “long-term voids” and

are the subject of funding applications to the Dept. of Environment. Cllr. Whelan has also sought an update on social housing in Monksfield. Mr. Grimes replied that the council was in ongoing discussion with developer regarding Part 5 obligations for the estate. Part 5 refers to a developer’s legal obligation to provide a certain percentage of social units in housing programmes. VILLIERSTOWN POLES In other matters, Mr. McCarthy told Cllr. Pratt that the council was “pursuing at our diligence” the matter of repairing and correcting street lights and he would revert back to him with regard to issues at Villierstown, whereby the poles were up but the lights were absent. Cllr. Pat Nugent had asked for an update on road alignment at Cushcam Cross, Ballinroad. Mr. McCarthy said he was awaiting contact from TII (formerly NRA) which he hoped would “bring clarity” and defy the need for a workshop.

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DEISE COLLEGE EASTER COURSES – Tuesday, 29/3/’16: LC Oral Irish & JCHL Business Studies. Wednesday, 30/3/’16: JCHL English. Thursday, 31/3/’16: LC Oral French & German. Friday, 1/4/’16: JCHL SCIENCE. Saturday, 2/4/’16: JCHL Maths. 05848623 or call to reception. (25-3)

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Déise College

DEISE COLLEGE EASTER STUDY – Package One: Friday, 18/3/’16, to Saturday, 26/3/16 (excluding Sunday) and/or Package Two: Tuesday, 29/3/’16, to Saturday, 2/4/’16. ALSO now taking bookings for our popular August SUMMER COURSES in Maths / Irish / French / Spanish (all including study skills). 05848623 or call to recep(25-3) tion.

MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flat roofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply/fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work undertaken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.) ATTENTION – LEAKING ROOFS SEALED INSTANTLY – €10.00 a square metre. Slating, Tiling, Re-roofing, Torch-on Felt a Speciality. Lead Valleys and Chimney Flashing Renewed. Emergency repairs carried out. Estimates free without obligation. All work fully guaranteed. Very keen prices assured. Also Old Slate Roofs Restored with Aquaseal. Contact: Ger O’Connor, Dungarvan Roof Sealers, anytime, on (089) 2094228 / email: oconnorroofingirl@gmail.com / www.oconnorroofing.com (8-4)

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Re-Upholstery

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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Tarmacadam

TARMACADAM & TAR & CHIPPINGS – Drainage and Kerbing. Michael Fennell, Stradbally, (086) 8342233 / (051) 293943. (ind.)

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Cattle, Cows or Calves

DO YOU HAVE CATTLE, COWS OR CALVES WITH A DISPLACED HIP OR SHOULDER? – If so, talk to Joe on (087) 9246198. (25-3)

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Book-keeper Available

BOOK-KEEPER AVAILABLE FOR PART-TIME WORK – 20 years experience in VAT, PAYE, Debtors, Creditors, Bank Reconciliation and Management Accounts. Tel. (086) 4065016. (25-3)

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Landscaping

Powerwashing Service

WASH AWAY THOSE WINTER BLUES AND “GREENS” – Call Tom’s Powerwashing Service on (087) 6611193 or (058) 41914. (1-4)

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Painting & Powerwashing

PAINTING & POWERWASHING – Interior, Exterior, Woodwork, Wallpapering, etc. Powerwashing of Houses, Farm Buildings. Also all Farm Buildings Spray or Hand Painted. Also Window and Chimney Cleaning (brush and vacuum) available. Contact: Mike Scanlon (087) 6198876. (ind.)

For Sale

FOR SALE – Round and Square Bales of Hay, Haylage, Silage, Straw and Pit Silage. Will deliver. Tel. (086) 2539144 / (085) 7466567. (25-3)

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

FODDER BEET FOR SALE – Cleaner Loader in use or washed. Ex-yard or delivered. Tel. (058) 54437 / (087) 2190265 or (087) 2112675. (25-3) (ind.)

GOOD QUALITY HAYLAGE BALES FOR SALE – €20 per bale. Also good quality Small Bales of Hay, €3.20 per bale. Suit horses. Ring area. Tel. after 7.00 p.m. (058) 46572. (25-3)

Youghal, Co. Cork. Tel. (024) 92850 / 93469 blackwaterblindsltd@eircom.net

HUGE SAVINGS CALL TODAY

1st CHOICE LANDSCAPING SERVICE – Patios, Fencing, Walls. All groundworks catered for. All work carried out to the highest standard. Contact: Michael (085) 2830055. (25-3)

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Yoga Suain

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

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FULL RANGE OF QUALITY BLINDS, CURTAINS AND ACCESSORIES Quotes, Measurements & Fitting Free of Charge You’ll be “BLINDED” by our SPECIAL PRICES & SERVICES

DON’T DELAY! CALL TODAY ON 024 92850/93469

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Social & Personal

SINGLE LADY – Late 40s. Seeks honest, single gent for company from South East area. Box No. 5558.

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Computer Services

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer. 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)

100 BALES OF SILAGE AND 50 BALES OF HAYLAGE FOR SALE – Stradbally / Kilmacthomas area. Contact: (086) 8648188. (1-4) FOR SALE – Pine Kitchen Table (inner extension) + 4 Chairs, leather seating, €170. Zanussi White Washing Machine €150. White Beko Fridge €100.

White Beko Freezer €60. Sofa Bed (chocolate colour material plus velvet) €370. Zanussi Touch Hob with Extractor Fan, brown in colour, €100. Garden Clearance – Hexagon Gazebo, Compost Cylinder (brand new), Petrol Lawnmower (brand new), Garden Tools: Rake, Spade, etc., Barbecue Chimney, €200 the lot. All items in excellent condition. Any offer would be considered. Call: Rose on (087) 1927684. (1-4) 14 LOVELY DININGROOM CHAIRS FOR SALE – Spotless condition. Also Occasional Tables. Tel. (087) 2517602. GRISELINIA HEDGEING PLANTS FOR SALE – Contact: (087) 2265021. (1-4)

POINT OF LAY PULLETS, DUCKLINGS & BROILERS FOR SALE – Outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 28th March, from 11.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Tel. (026) 41905 / (087) 2208061.

Pa Moore Car Sales pamoorecarsales.com ALL TRADE-INS WELCOME • FINANCE AVAILABLE 08 08 08 08 08 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 06 05 05 05 05 05 05 04 03 03 03 02

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PARADES Friday, 25th March, 2016

Back row (l. to r.): Colma Lineen and Jen Nolan (Lismore), Schira Lineen (Dunboyne). Front row: Fionan, Darragh and Anna Brady (Dunboyne).

[Richard Cutbill]

St. Patrick’s Day Parade and entertainment most spectacular ever seen in Dungarvan THE festivities for the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day celebrations got off to a great start in Dungarvan on Wednesday night (March 16th) where the whole town turned out to enjoy the free entertainment on the stage in Grattan Square by the award winning Comeraghs Branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Eireann, our own Voice of Ireland contestant Moylan Brunnock and local rock band No Such Animal. This was followed at 9.00 p.m. by the most spectacular fireworks display around the

corner on Davitt's Quay which brought joy and awe to the babies in buggies, grandparents, teenagers and young families and people of all ages, as they gasped audibly in amazement at the magnificent spectacle of colour and sound as the series of fireworks exploded high up into the night sky. Next day, March 17th, the glorious sunshine enhanced the feel-good factor, as the 40th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade kicked off from the Burgery at 3.00 p.m. through the streets of Abbeyside and

Dungarvan with live traditional music and song, jazz and sweet familiar airs on bagpipes from some of the contestants, while the entire community came out to cheer them on along the route. The parade paused at the reviewing stand in Grattan Square, where local dignitaries watched and the inimitable Nichola Beresford did a brilliant commentary. Founding Parade Chairman Jim Veale was awarded with a special certificate by the St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee in recognition of

his forty years at the helm. He was also presented with a crystal vase by Cllr. Tom Cronin, Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan Lismore District on behalf of Waterford City & County Council. James Twomey was also honoured for his unique, artistic, humorous and entertaining contribution to the parade for the past twenty-five years. Pride in our heritage was evident in abundance in the parade, making it one of the finest ever seen in the town. Well done to those of all

ages who took part, demonstrating their sense of civic commitment, drama and style, including thirty-three students and faculty of Mercyhurst University of Erie, Pennsylvania who joined us for the seventh time. Aspects of the Easter Rising of 1916 were proudly commemorated by some groups. The Overall Prize went to Dungarvan Community Group. The Runners Up were Comeraghs Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Branch; Cumann Staire & Oidhreachta na

nDeise; Finisk River Riders Special Olympic Club; Irish Dogs for the Disabled; Kelly's Pharmacy; Riverside Veterinary Hospital. “We are grateful to all the volunteers, Waterford City & County Council, An Garda Síochána, the media and all our sponsors including Waterford City & County Council, GSK, Dungarvan Credit Union and Glanbia and all who made St. Patrick’s Festival such an outstanding success” said Hon Parade Treasurer Damien Dillon.

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Great fun to be here from Durrow, Stradbally – Dene and Michelle McGillicuddy. [Richard Cutbill]

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Jenny and Terry Foley from Cork City enjoying the day. [Richard Cutbill] Nichola Beresford, WLR FM, presenting a framed scroll on behalf of the committee to James Twomey in appreciation of his many years participation in the Parade. Included are Joan Clancy, PRO; Damien Dillon, Treasurer; Ann Fuller, Secretary. [Rory Wyley]

Dungarvan Community Group, Overall Winners – Gabriel Foley, Chairman Dungarvan Credit Union, presenting the prize for the overall winners to Jim Stacey, Dungarvan Cummunity Group. Also included are committee members. [Rory Wyley] Charlotte Fitzgerald from Clashmore.

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James Twomey on his unicycle and 'Spar’.

[Rory Wyley]

Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise, prizewinners

[Rory Wyley]

Regular holidaymakers from Dundalk who come every year. Welcome back ladies (l. to r.): Patricia Farrell, Irene Keenan and Kerri Dowdall. [Richard Cutbill]

St. Patrick Day 40th Annual Parade 2016 – Jim Veale, Chairman St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee, and De La Salle Pipe Band. Also included is “The Mad Hatter.” [Pat Crowley]

From Kilmacthomas in the Green – Eoin, Darragh and Ave Ruane enjoying the sunshire on the most beautiful and warm St. Patrick’s Day ever in Dungarvan. [Richard Cutbill]

Margaret Burns from White Strand, Margaret O'Gorman from Wexford and Alexis Crowe aged 5 from Dungarvan. [Richard Cutbill]

Riverside Veternary Hospital, runner-up – Michael Keane, Glanbia (sponsors) presenting prize to Michael Morrissey. Also included Jim Veale, Chairman St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee. [Pat Crowley]

Gabriel Foley, Chairman Dungarvan Credit Union, presenting runners-up prize to Noel Power, Comeraghs Comhaltas Eireann Group. Also included Michael Mernin, and Jim Veale, Chairman, and Comhaltas members. [Pat Crowley]

The Húlaí, led by Mary Rafferty in An Rinn, added sunshine to the St. Patrick's Day Parade with their wow-factor float. Their rousing Traditional Irish music and songs gave a flare, in particular "Thugamar féin an samhradh linn". The Húlaí gives special thanks to Carthach and Siobhán Mac Craith for building and creating the stunning, colourful display and to Cór Fear na nDéise, John Harty, Meánscoil San Nioclás and all that helped make it possible. For more information on the Húlaí, please visit: www.hulai.ie

Kelly’s Pharmacy wins runners-up prize – Mary Foley (Foley’s Pub sponsors) presenting the runners-up prize to Joe Kelly, Junior, accepting prize on behalf of Kelly’s Pharmacy. Included are Joe Kelly, Senior, and members of Kelly’s float. [Rory Wyley]

Special Olympics Club – prizewinners.

[Pat Crowley]

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Members of the Affane - Cappoquin Juvenile GAA Club walk in the Cappoquin Parade. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Ten dancers help promote the Winnies Trad Fest during the Cappoquin Parade. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kieran and Ciaran Veale pictured during the Cappoquin Parade.

David Moore pictured during the Cappoquin Parade.

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Supporting the Cappoquin Parade.

'St Patrick' leads Cappoquin Parade.

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Supporting the Cappoquin Parade.

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Supporting the Cappoquin Parade in lovely sunshine.

Members of the Ballyduff GAA Club walk in the Cappoquin Parade.

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Seamus Gilligan enjoys a coffee as he watches the Cappoquin Parade. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

A group of young anglers take part in the Cappoquin Parade.

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The Osborne and Flynn families pictured at the Cappoquin Parade.

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NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COUNTY NEWS

C l e a n U p T h e C o m e ra g h s !

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

Brewery Lane to stage hilarious comedy BREWERY Lane Theatre (Carrick-on-Suir) will stage Michael Cooney’s hilarious Comedy/Farce “Cash On Delivery” from the 9th-17th April (incl). Directed by Colm Power the Cast includes - Niall Bourke, Neil MacLean, Patricia Harte, Bríd Flood, Paula O’Dwyer, Maria Clancy, Angelina Laoiso, Alban Glascott, Peter McGrath and Walter Dunphy. Booking Heritage Centre, Main St., 051-640200. Admission €15. Refreshments. Play Commences 8.15 p.m. sharp.

VoiceOver Ladies Choir on YouTube! IF you have not yet had the opportunity to hear Finbarr Keohan’s 1916 Centenary Music, you can still do so by tuning into the VoiceOver YouTube Channel. The music is performed by VoiceOver Ladies Choir under Musical Director Cordelia Burke. Two poems, “The Presence of God” by Joseph Mary Plunkett and “The Wayfarer” by Padraig Pearse have been put to poignant music by Finbarr. Judging by the very positive feedback from those who have heard it to date, this is a very fitting tribute to mark the Centenary. To hear these beautiful musical compositions just log onto YouTube and search for Finbarr Keohan or VoiceOver Choir 1916 and enjoy the music created by our very own talented musician Finbarr.

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st Bill Leddy and Helen O’Keeffe; 2nd Marie Heskin and Mary Fennessy. Lucky Tables: Rita Leamy, Ann Geary, Stephen Cunningham, Nellie Devine, Ned Geary, Finbar Byrnes, Shiela Longergan and Helen Cunningham. Raffle: Christy Higgins, Joan Hannon, Nellie Devine, Marie Heskin, Bill Leddy x 2, Helen O’Keeffe x 2, Shiela Longergan, Sean Higgins, Rita Leamy.

Thank You to all Waterford Lollipop Day Volunteers! THE Oesophageal Cancer Fund (OCF) would like to thank all our volunteers in Waterford who helped with Lollipop Day fundraising on February 26th and 27th this year, without which Lollipop Day could not happen. Lollipop Day is a volunteer led movement which relies on public support to keep research centres open and keep oesophageal cancer in the public consciousness. Whether you organised a collection, volunteered, donated or bought a lolly on the day, you all made a difference and your support is greatly appreciated.The support of the Waterford Lollipop Day volunteers helped raise awareness of this cancer and its symptoms, while also helping to raise funds needed for research. Thank you also to all who joined the OCF to sing along with Dublin Gospel Choir or ‘liked’ the Facebook Page. All your contributions will go towards raising awareness of oesophageal cancer and funding vital research. It really is true that a little lolly goes a long way. Although Lollipop Day only happens for one weekend in the year our work goes on for 52 weeks. We hope you’ll continue to remember us and promote our cause during the year. If you would like to donate to the Oesophageal Cancer Fund, get involved in the Women’s Mini Marathon in June or get updates on events, you can log on to www.lollipopday.ie, follow us on Twitter or Like us on Facebook.Your help and support is greatly appreciated. Follow and like our Facebook page on www.Facebook.ie/Lollipopday Follow our Twitter account @LollipopDayIE #LollipopDay

Billy Fennell from Leamybrien

Don’t Talk Rubbish! Do Something About It! THAT is the message coming loud and clear from the Comeragh Community Development Group. Once again the group is organising the highly successful Easter Monday Clean-Up the Comeraghs.They are calling on everyone to take part to help create a litter free environment. Litter is a major national problem and the group urges everyone to take part. Don’t leave the responsibility to someone else. The countryside should be looked upon as everyone’s back garden. We would not want visitors bringing their rubbish and leaving it in our gardens, nor would we appreciate it if they just dropped litter on our floors, so why then should we accept people doing it in our countryside. Litter should be taken home and we should all work together for the good of our community. The Comeragh Community Development Group was instrumental in starting the county’s anti-

litter campaign, with the annual “Clean up of the Comeraghs”, held on Easter Monday. This event involves hundreds of volunteers who collect tons of litter from our forests, rivers and roads. It is very disheartening to see litter being dumped all over our county at the moment, and the question has to be asked, “Why is it happening?” Since the annual Easter Monday clean up began in 1997, black spots in our area have been addressed with great efficiency, ensuring that they do not remain as black spots. We are often asked why so many volunteers are needed for the clean up on Easter Monday. As we clear over 50 miles of roads, rivers and forests of litter, the more help on the day the better, as it is a large area for a small group to cover on their own. It should be remembered that the Easter Monday Clean-up the Comeraghs, is the largest of its kind in Ireland, organised by a commu-

nity group. We ask that you give us your support by joining us in this year’s clean up. If you ever walk in our area you will be aware of its immense beauty. Next time you walk, if you have helped us to keep it clean, you will have a new appreciation for the area and pride in having helped to keep it beautiful for everyone. We would ask that only official vehicles, with passes, bring the rubbish to the collection point. Any vehicle without a pass will not be permitted to enter the collection area. Once again this year we need to emphasise that we do not collect your household waste or white goods, we are just clearing the route of litter, so please leave your rubbish out for collection on your usual days. Everyone involved is hoping for a good turn out. It must always be remembered that the day would not happen without the volunteers and

all the hard work and also all our sponsors large and small, new and old, so thank you to everyone. Please join The Comeragh Community Development Group this Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016 to help Clean up the Comeraghs; the meeting point is outside Veale’s Supermarket in Leamybrien at 10.00 a.m. Here you can find out where you are needed to go and fetch your gloves and bags. Don’t forget your Hi-Vis jackets and also remember that children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Delicious tea and sandwiches at St Brigid’s Hall, Kilrossanty to nourish the weary helpers from noon, at St. Brigid’s Hall in Kilrossanty with plenty of cheer and chat. Remember Don’t Talk Rubbish! Do something about it! Clean-up the Comeraghs! Join us on Easter Monday – See you there!!

Ballymacarbry/Nire 1916 Group THIS year, the 100th Anniversary of the 1916 Rising. The Ballymacarbry/Nire area is a place which is rich in history and one part of its history is the involvement locally of many heroic men and women who played their part in the fight for Irish freedom. Immediately, following the Dublin executions in 1916, a company of the Irish Republican Army was formed in Ballymacarbry and they held their first meeting in Ryan’s Barn, Curtiswood. The Nire C company was formed in 1921. A few weeks ago a group of likeminded individuals (all descendants of those back in Curtiswood on that May day) came together with the intention of remembering and honouring them in this centenary year. We are currently going to raise the Tricolour at the 5 graveyards in the locality, namely Fourmilewater, the

Nire, Cill Siogain, Kilronan and Bennetschurch on Holy Saturday, Easter Sunday and Monday and also at the Republican monument at the steel bridge. In accordance with protocol these will be taken down each evening at dusk. Wreaths will be handmade during Holy Week and be brought to Mass in the Nire Church on Easter Sunday morning where they will be blessed and subsequently placed at the entrance to the 5 graveyards. Orders are also being taken for same, so if your would like to have one made and indeed blessed, please place your order now through a committee member. The main event will happen on Easter Monday at 11 a.m. when a small committee parade, led by a lone piper will take place from Ryan’s Barn in Curtiswood. The public are invited to join the

parade from the car park and then march to the Community Centre. On arrival there will be an short oration and a reading of the Proclamation, followed by refreshments and a large display of local memorabilia in the main hall. Should you have any such memorabilia, such as your ancestors medals, paper clippings, letters whatever you are cordially invited to attend, remember and honour. Donations are also welcome towards the cost of running the event. Geneposter will have a display stand selling framed and laminated copies of the 1916 Proclamation Proclamation Posters can be customised to order, to include relatives details/photos/medals. All are welcome. For further information contact: Tel: 087 270 1944 email address: orlaoryan@yahoo.com

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Kill 1916 COMMEMORATION A big well done to Kill National School for putting on a fantastic display at last week’s National Flag Raising Ceremony – from Irish music and dancing to the reading out of the Proclamation, the National Anthem and the actual raising of the flag, a truly impressive display was put on by staff and pupils of the school, followed by homemade treats served by the Parents’ Association. It was clearly visible that vast amounts of work were put into the preparation of the day with a wonderful display of historic moments and buildings recreated in a number of media by the children over the past weeks. Congratulations to all. Looking forward to the coming years to see what other flags might be flown along with the tri-colour! CONGRATULATIONS Well done to David Scanlon from Rathanny on becoming the All-Ireland U-12 High Jump Champion at the recent National Indoor Athletics Championships in Athlone. This is a great achievement, congratulations David! GEALACH GORM SINGER / SONGWRITER FESTIVAL 2016 The Gealach Gorm Singer Songwriter 5th Anniversary Special takes place on Saturday, April 2nd at 8.00 p.m. This year four

top class original music acts take to the stage in what promises to be a superb nights entertainment. From New York, Those Sensible Shoes (Anthony Mulcahy & Rachel Stern) will open the show followed by Nicole Maguire from Cork (who has toured with Nancie Griffith and Damien Dempsey) from Cork. After the interval, Ger Wolfe makes a welcome return to the festival and top of the bill is International artist Ultan Conlon from Galway. Booking is brisk so it is advisable to get your tickets as soon as possible. Call or text 086-8569358 to book. Tickets €12. HOLY WEEK MASS TIMES Mass of the Lord’s Supper will take place on Holy Thursday at 7.30 p.m. in Kill and 8.30 p.m. in Newtown. Good Friday, the Day of Fast and Abstinence will be celebrated at 12.00 noon in Kill and at 7.30 p.m. in Newtown with the Stations of the Cross, while the Liturgy of the Passion will be at 3.00 p.m. in Newtown. On Holy Saturday, the Easter Vigil Mass will be celebrated at 9pm in Kilmacthomas and Easter Sunday Mass times are as follows: 9.00 a.m. Saleen, 10.00 a.m. Kill and 11.30 a.m. Newtown. KILL ACTION GROUP A big thank you to all who got involved on Saturday last to help with the first litter pick of the year

around the village and to those who “did their bit” over the weekend. It is also lovely to see the start of the floral improvements around the village. If you missed this event, our next litter-pick is scheduled for Saturday, 2nd April 10.00 a.m. as part of the National Spring Clean Month. Well done everybody! BIRTHDAY WISHES Best wishes to Andrea Comerford who celebrates her birthday this week – have a fabulous day and even better year! THE WAY OF THE CROSS The General Public are invited to take part in ‘The Way of the Cross’ in Dunhill, Co. Waterford during Holy Week. Stations of the Cross will be celebrated outdoor along the 2 Kilometre Anne Valley pathway from Dunhill Village, Co. Waterford on Good Friday, March 25th at 12.00 noon. The walkway is off-road and is suitable for buggies, wheelchairs, young and elderly walkers. This is a family occasion and all ages are welcome. 14 Station Points have been erected along the route. Confirmation classes, prayer and devotional groups are particularly welcome to participate in the readings. The ceremony is expected to last about an hour in all. For further information please call or text 086-2641547 or 0876780014 or the Dunhill & Fenor Pastoral Council.

Bonmahon TIDY TOWN FUNDRAISER ’COME DINE WITH US’ Bunmahon Tidy Town Committee organised a fundraiser called 'Come Dine With Us' to raise funds for their new Community Park project in Bunmahon, The event was held at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre on Saturday, 12th March. A brilliant time was had by all as the evening started with a lovely meal prepared by Jenny from Pisces Restaurant in Kill, which was kindly part-sponsored by Tastefully Yours and by Dawn Meats.This was followed by music from Seamie O’Brien, Tadhg & Co. with an Ppen Mic night, playing to a packed house. What musical talent there is in Bunmahon! The atmosphere was great, the music was great, the singers were great, and the craic was great! And with the proceeds, Gillian and Seamie from the Tidy Town Committee managed to raise a great sum of money towards the cost of the new community park which will give this corner on the village a badly needed complete make-over, and will be a fantastic amenity for all in the future!

Happy Diners at Bonmahon’s recent “Come Dine With Me” Event.

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Dungarvan Chess Club THE young Gough brothers dominated in the recent Easter Egg competition with Evan winning and Dara second. Third spot was taken by Kieran O’Hara. Many close competitive games were played in this competition. Well done to all who competed. The Senior Club Championship was won by Ausra Liobikiene. She has now returned permanently to her native Lithuania leaving the rest of us to battle it out for this year’s championship. Seniors meet in The Lady Belle on Wednesdays from 9.00 p.m. Juniors in the Causeway Tennis Clubhouse on Mondays from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m. New members always welcome.

Ausra Liobikiene with the Bank of Ireland Perpetual trophy.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch WELL done to all our members who were tasked with providing medical cover on St. Patrick’s Day around the county and further afield. Having completed re-certification in Cardiac First Response – Advanced level earlier this week, our members will be involved in various events again over the coming weeks: as every week, we will be providing medical assistance at the wonderful service the Helping Hand Group provide in Waterford and the second hospital visitation will take place in Dungarvan Community

HEADSTONE TO HOMESTEAD A Community approach to discussing who we are An illustrated lecture by John Tierney. Just a reminder that this talk is taking place tonight. Look forward to seeing you there Venue: Dungarvan Library Date: Tonight, Wednesday, March 23rd. Time: 8.00 p.m. John’s talk will explore a community-led approach to genealogical tourism focusing on work underway in West Waterford. John’s approach to using history with modern technology will certainly be of interest. All are most welcome and there is no entry fee. SPECIALS IN CONJUNCTION WITH SGC We are delighted to announce that we will have specials during the year in conjunction with the SGC Dungarvan. At present we have Michael Collins in the cinema running until Thursday, March 24th. Special offer for members at €6.50. Tickets are available at the museum. The programme for the

Hospital this week after great feedback from patients and staff there two weeks ago. It is hoped that these visitations will be rolled out in facilities throughout the county soon. Our youth members are now looking forward to participation in the National Youth Challenge which is due to take place in a couple of week’s time and brings around 500 Irish Red Cross Youth members together for a day of fun, teamwork and games. Our next CFR Scenario training will be held on Monday, 4th April

next couple of months is as follows: Tuesday, April 12th: Painting the modern Garden: Monet to Matisse - Monet was an avid horticulturist and arguably the most important painter of gardens in the history of art. He saw the garden as a powerful subject for his art. Tickets will be available to members at €10. Thursday, May 26th: Teatro Alla Scala: Temple Of Wonders - An incredible journey through one of the most important temples of performing arts in the world; a tour through centuries, where past and present intersect. Includes archival footage and recordings of some of the biggest names in the history of opera, ballet and concerts. Tickets will be available to members at €10. Thursday, June 16th: Leonardo Da Vinci: The Genius of Milan - Filmed during an extraordinary exhibition dedicated to Leonardo Da Vinci in Milan in 2015 and led by the greatest experts on his work. We will explore as never before the achievements and personality of one of the greatest artists

from 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. in Clodiagh House. All our members must attend at least two out of four scenario training sessions each year to ensure everybody is up to date and refreshed on their skills, however anyone else who has completed a CFR Course with us is most welcome to participate or just observe. Bring a high visibility vest, a pocket mask if you wish to get involved and wrap up warm as there will be outdoor locations involved!

who ever lived. Tickets will be available to members at €10 Thursday, July 7th: St. Peter’s and the Papal Basilicas of Rome - A unique film event on the occasion of the Extraordinary Jubilee proclaimed by Pope Francis. An exclusive visit to the four major basilicas in Rome to discover the hidden treasures of the Eternal City. Tickets will be available to members at €10. 1916 RISING Just a little reminder if you have anything relating to this period which you would like to have displayed or indeed donate, please feel free to call into us.We are in the process of preparing an exhibition to mark the centenary of the Rising. This exhibition will be open shortly. Please keep an eye on the notes for the date and time. TRIP AWAY There are a couple of places available due to cancellation. A great couple of days assured. The countdown is on! OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we

would be very happy to accept them.We would scan them and give you back the originals. Looking ahead to the 1916 Commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

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Stradbally RECENT BAPTISM Alex Victor Long, son of Victor and Audrey Long, Rathnaskillogue, Stradbally was baptised at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally on Saturday, 19th March, 2016. The godparents were Trevor Dempsey and Ann Marie Phelan. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES Holy Thursday - Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6 p.m.; Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m.; St. Ann’s, Ballylaneen at 9 p.m. Good Friday - Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6 p.m.; Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 3 p.m.; St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 9 p.m. Holy Saturday - Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 6 p.m.; Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 7.30 p.m.; St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 9 p.m. Easter Sunday - Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9 a.m.; Holy Cross Church, Stradbally at 10 a.m.; St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at 11 a.m. A collection for Holy places will be taken up at all services on Good Friday. The Easter collection will be taken at all Masses on Saturday and Sunday. Please bring back your Trocaire boxes to the services at the weekend. PARISH DRAW The results fo the first draw held on the 14th March, 20126 is as follows: €150 - Paul Walsh, Carrigahilla, Stradbally; €25 each: Sarah Twomey, Shanbally; Eileen and Tommy Rabbitte, Cill Aodha, Stradbally; Chris and Eileen Callaghan, Ballylaneen; Kitty McGrath, Osborne Terrace, Bonmahon; Henry Burke, Gardenmorris, Kill. The promoter’s draw: Peggy Walsh and Mary Hearne. The next draw which was a double draw took place on Monday, 21st March at

Ballylaneen. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Stradbally Tidy Towns Committee would like to thank the Principal Mrs. Ann Coffey of Seafield NS for the invitation to our committee to be represented at the double ceremony held at the school last Tuesday week, 15th March, 2016 for the Raising of the National Flag and the reading of the Proclamation. Congratulations also on the raising of the school’s 7th Green Flag which is a wonderful achievement. Tidy Towns was represented by two founder members Eileen Roche and Sheila Corbett. Well done to teachers, staff and pupils. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS The U-13’s went under 2-0 to a good Ferrybank side on Saturday. A midweek game for Stradbally tonight, Wednesday as they face Johnville in a rescheduled game. Kick-off in St. Martin’s Park at 7.00 p.m. they are out again on Saturday afternoon as they entertain Dunmore East. Kick off at 2.00 p.m. Our Academy players and their mentors have a real treat tomorrow, Thursday as they are going to the RSC to watch the Ireland versus Italy under 21 International where the stars of the near future will be on show.

MAHON AND TAY VALLEY ARA Overall winner in the Easter Bonnet Competition at the Tay and Mahon Valley ARA in the Barron Hall recently was Mgt. Mitchell. The standard from the 12 entrants was very high, it took great effort. Thanks to all participants and also our sponsors Anne Concannon, Anne Power and Breda O’Rourke. WALK/TALKS We are putting together a programme for our 2016 Walk/Talks. If you have any suggestions or comments please contact Tom Hickey tomaphickey@gmail.com or Nicola 087-7160700. These Walk/Talks have proved very enjoyable and sociable, hope to hear from you. ST. JAMES CHURCH OF IRELAND, STRADBALLY EASTER CEREMONIES Holy Thursday Service of the Eucharist at 7.30 p.m. - St. James Church, Stradbally. Good Friday, Service of the Cross at 7.30 p.m. - St. James Church, Stradbally. Easter Saturday Vigil Easter Service at 9 p.m. - St. James Church, Stradbally. Easter Sunday morning sunrise service at Mahon Falls at 7 a.m. (Upper Carpark). Easter Sunday morning Easter service at St. James Church at 11 a.m., Stradbally.

Agnus Thomas and Mary Bowdren who took part in the Easter Bonnet competition at the Tay and Mahon Valley ARA in the Barron Hall recently.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Still no winner of the Jackpot in the draw last Sunday night in Hanrahan’s Bar. The Jackpot is now at €2,200. The winning numbers drawn were 16, 20 and 30. The 5 x €20 winners were Abby Fitzpatrick, Bernie Gleeson, Piery & Terri, Dano McGrath, Cathal Dunne. The promoters prize of €20 was won by Hanrahan’s Bar.The next lotto draw will be held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Sunday night, 27th March, 2016.Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. Happy Easter to all. WATERFORD DRAW Waterford ended round 5 of the Allianz Hurling League with a draw against Galway last Sunday in Walsh Park. Waterford 0-24; Galway 1-21. The draw placed Waterford on 7 points and second in the league table. Waterford will play Wexford in the quarter finals on the first weekend of April. SAVE THE DATE The West Waterford Festival of Food is being held this year from 15-17th April. The Food Festival has been a huge success in the past few

years and this year over 100 artisan food and craft producers will set up stalls in Dungarvan. There are also workshops which provide hands on baking, cooking and decorating experiences for both children and adults. Some of these classes are done through Irish. For further information, please phone 05821433 or email info@waterfordfestivaloffood.com DEISE DRAW Reminder that tickets for the Deise draw are now available from any St. Mary’s / Sliabh gCua committee member or player. Tickets cost €90 for the year or can be purchased monthly for €10 per ticket. The first draw will be held on Good Friday. Prizes have been increased this year so there are even better odds for winning. There are 29 cash prizes on offer with the top prize €10,000, 2nd prize €2,000, 3rd prize €1,000 working all the way down to €100. For easier payment, there is a direct debit scheme in place. For further details please contact either Tom Condon (087) 4161773 or Brendan Tobin (087) 2701947. A substantial amount of the funds raised through the Deise Draw remains within the club.

Abbeyside Scouts taking part in the Dungarvan St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Abbeyside Scout Group WE had our usual scout meeting in the den on Wednesday evening. The guys did their final preparation for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and then had some fun and games. Then they went down to the harbour to enjoy the beautiful firework display. Well done to all the Scouts who went to the Glen last weekend. A good time was had by all as you can see from some of the photos below. Some to the activities that were enjoyed by the lads were campfire sing-song, night hike, making this fantastic table that has so many uses!! Plenty fun and games and of course it would not be complete without a recue mission (a staged injury). This I would safely say was the highlight of the camp. Some people may have got a little wet in the river also during the rescue, but that's what towels are for. Another well done to all the Scouts who participated in the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade - we really could not have asked for nicer weather. And of course well done to all the Cubs for their hard work in organising such a colourful and entertaining parade entry. After the parade everyone went back to the den for delicious hot dogs, and we were visited by the De La Salle pipe band, who travelled from Waterford for the parade, many thanks to them for the annual visit. We will have no Scout meetings for the next two Wednesday evenings. Back at the usual time on the 6th of April, when it will be full uniform. And please remember to keep those Annual Camp deposits coming. We will have an information night for parents, and the investiture of our most recently joined scouts, on the 13th of April and would ask all parents to keep this date in their diaries.

Fireworks on Dungarvan harbour.

A staged rescue mission at the scout trip to the Glen

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Ballinameela WHERE DO THEY GET THEM? Maybe we all look at the past through rose-tinted wine glasses.We can remember only the long hot Summers, the wonderful neighbours and the unending happiness that we enjoyed. Stories that we tell our kids AND ourselves, always reflect how much better things were, when we were young. I have a vague memory of an event that happened when I was but a boy. This is how I remember it. My father had a little pick-up truck that he ferried pigs from farms to marts and back. It wasn't a major haulage contract, but it kept the wolf from the door.The pigs were also happy with this arrangement. On a warm July morning, with 20 little pink squealers in the back of the truck, we were heading for Fermoy mart. About 20 minutes after leaving the farmers yard, there was a loud pop, the truck slowed and we came to a halt beside a buttercup covered field. We had a puncture. Having kicked the tyre fruitlessly for a minute, it dawned on us that nothing positive would come of our inactivity and the tyre would have to be changed. Within minutes, a small crowd had gathered around our little drama. Two cyclists (travelling in opposite directions), a fellow truck driver and the local mobile shop van had all stopped to give a hand. With just a few words of introduction and some benign pleasantries, everyone got stuck in.The truck was lifted manually and the wheel was changed without any fuss and we were quickly on our way, waving our thanks to our new friends. Having revisited the event in my mind over the years and talking to my father and one of the men who was there that day, I discovered that time and my, then, exuberant youth, had faded the accuracy of the tale. Here's what actually happened. Yes, it was a sunny day, but it was mid March. The only thing that kept the biting wind from cutting us in half was an old overcoat stuffed into the broken window on the passenger door. The road was so rough and pot hole infested that we had travelled several miles before we realised that there was actually a puncture. The field we parked beside was actually freshly covered in 6 months of calf dung, and it stank. Several men did stop, but only to give advice. They couldn't be getting the Sunday suit all grubby now, could they? Packets of cigarettes were produced. Everyone smoked their own, because you could never be sure that you would be offered one back. Then as now, they were expensive items. In a cloud of blue smog, stories were exchanged and tips given for horse races. In the meantime my father and myself got on with the wheel changing. Our new "friends" continued to impress each other with tales of endeavour and wealth that they had all given up for the simple life. Contacts for the procurement of poteen, excise free cigarettes and various other black market goods were exchanged. They were still there when we left, barely acknowledging our existence with a light touch on the peak of their caps.They never mentioned their names or seemed to know each other but they had a lot in common, and even more so now. If Interpol are serious about preventing the formation of ISIS cells, they should keep their eyes peeled for small groups of men engulfed in cigarette smoke at the side of a country road. Its a sure sign that nefarious activities are being planned. I give this advice freely in the interests of world peace and honest taxpayers everywhere. Ballinameela Creatives meet at the Nook in Modeligo for pottery with Paula on Thursdays. A sample of Paula's work is portrayed in the photo below. Her work is on display and for sale in The Lismore Goldsmith and Craft shop on Main street, Lismore. German composer Robert Schumann once said, “Nothing right can be accomplished in art without enthusiasm”.

BOOKING THE HALL: There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of March is Mary Curran who can be contacted on 086-3337552. FINISK VALLY AC NOTES Any children in our community who are interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall. Training times, Wednesday 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and Saturday Mornings 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in Ballinameela Community pitch/hall. Indoor training for the 5 to 6 year olds is back, Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Membership for 2016 is now due for renewal;

Membership cost covers registration with Athletics Ireland and Insurance for the Club from 1st January, 2016 to 31st December, 2016. Juvenile Membership: €15 for 1st two children and €10 for each child after that, Adult Membership: €20. For new members please attach a copy of your Birth Certificate as it is needed for registration purposes. NOTE: For new members there will be a 3 week trial period to see if the athlete would like to join the club. For insurance purposes no more than a 3 week trial period allowed. BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Ballinameela Adult & Toddler Group meet every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome . For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of Badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087-7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 0873538347. It works in two

ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly, you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.co mmunityalert.ie AGLISH FUN RUN 4th Aglish Fun Run / Walk on Easter Monday Main Sponsor Lidl 4th Aglish Fun Run / Walk in aid of Children's Hospital Crumlin takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016. Why not join us on Easter Monday for a fun filled morning in Aglish. Walk 5k or Run 5 / 10k. Open to young and old everyone is welcome. Registeration from 10.30 a.m. and Walk gets under way at 11.30 a.m. followed by Run at 11.45 a.m. Cost is €7 / or a Donation. Remember all money raised goes directly to Crumlin, all prizes, food and drink are all sponsored. With over 50 spot prizes and loads of food it is an event not to be missed. This year we are having a raffle after the Run for a Signed Irish Soccer Jersey and a Signed Waterford Hurling Jersey, so everyone that registers is automatically entered in the draw.

We still have a small number of Sponsorship Cards available if anyone is interested. So hope to see ye all on Easter Monday. We can be contacted on any of the following: Facebook Aglish Fun Run; email: liamodonnell1960@gm ail.com; tel: 086-8474285. BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE Ballinameela Foroige has returned to the hall. The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare one hour for about eight Thursdays in the year, we operate a rota system for leaders so you will not be required to attend all the meetings. If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting involved please call or text Moya 087-6356478. Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved. WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Woodland Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides Villierstown local branch of The Irish Girl Guides - meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact leaders in your daughter interested in joining. We are always looking for adult leaders and helpers

FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women - Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00 p.m. 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically & mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 21/3/’16 – Numbers drawn were 10. 16 and 20. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Gracie McGrath, Ballinameela; Ken Stack, Canty; Eleanor McGrath, Ballinameela; Joseph Foley, Chicago; Lisa McGrath, Ballinameela; Next week’s Jackpot is €950 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lán. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Best Little Whorehouse in Texas set to open at Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre THE Dungarvan Playhouse Musical Society are deep in rehearsals for their new show coming up next week that sees the local group take on a Broadway musical that was made famous in the early 1980s by a film version starring Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds. The musical comedy runs for six nights in the Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre from next Monday, March 28th, to Saturday, April 2nd. The Award-winning Broadway musical is full of foot tapping tunes, fancy women, high octane routines, side-splitting comedy and a collection of melting ballads. The production is directed by the award-winning and multitalented David Hennessy who is accompanied by David Hayes as musical director. Natanya Geoghegan makes her debut with Dungarvan Playhouse as Ms Mona, the proprietor of the infamous 'Chicken Ranch', playing opposite Patrick Curran as Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd. Michael “Mad Hatter” Wright plays the role of the comically corrupt Governor of Texas, with Hugh O’Donnell playing

the part of TV watchdog, Melvin P Thorpe, alongside a wonderful Dungarvan line-up, which includes Mary Nagle, Phoebe Dipple, Laura Hodnett, Aoife O’Mahony and Joe Kelly. Dungarvan Playhouse, which was set up by a group of local theatre enthusiasts are delighted with the response to date, and are thrilled to have Dungarvan Town Hall as their base in the town. People like this show because it’s good, clean adult fun. It is not a raunchy show by any means. It’s a very sweet show that can be rowdy and fun. It’s not threatening or offensive in any way and it doesn’t try to make any big statements, yet it does say a

Laura Hodnett

lot about politics and media hypocrisy. And the politics and media hypocrisy are based on fact! “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” is based on the real-life Chicken Ranch brothel in LaGrange, Texas. The book was written by Larry L. King and Peter Masterson, with music and lyrics by Carol Hall. So if you’re looking for some truly light-hearted fun this Easter, be sure and get your tickets and check out the hilarious goings-on of Miss Mona and “The Girls” at “The Chicken Ranch”! Bookings for the show can be made by contacting Joe Kelly Pharmacy (The Causeway) or The Wine Buff, Grattan Square!

Phoebe Dipple

Joe Kelly

Hugh O'Donnell

Mary Nagle

Natanya Geoghegan

Michael Wright

Claire O'Halloran

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Villierstown Montessori who got a visit from the local Gardaí.

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Ali Landers with Card Number 19, congratulations Ali. Next week’s Jackpot is for €4,000. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, GUIDES & BROWNIES Villierstown local branch of the Irish Girl Guides, Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact any of the Leaders if your daughter interested in joining. WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, GUIDES & BROWNIES We are seeking new leaders for anyone interested. Due to work commitments leaders are unable to make every evening. Adult leaders and helpers. Full training and uniform provided. MONTESSORI NEWS The kids at the Montessori got a visit from the local Gardaí this week where they learned everything there is to know about the life of a Garda. The

kids had great fun trying on the Garda hats, vis-vests and listening to the sirens of the car made their day.Thanks again to the local Gardaí for giving up their time to visit the school. DOG OWNERS – A REMINDER It will be law from 31st March, 2016, for all dogs to be MICROCHIPPED. Check out – wwwchipchecker.ie DEISE DAY Punchestown – Saturday, 30th April, Fundraiser in aid of Waterford GAA. Tickets on Sale Now. Contact:- 0860777617. Deiseday15secretary@yahoo.com LOCAL INTEREST FILM Who is Dervla Murphy.The film about her life is being shown at SGC, Dungarvan, from the 23rd April for 6 nights. Dervla Murphy is the well-known, world renowned travel writer and daredevil from Waterford. WEST WATERFORD – MACRA NA FEIRME Are you aged between 17 – 35? Looking for fun and excitement? Join Macra na Feirme. Contact Eamon: 0872110928. cappoquinmacranafeirme@gmail.com

SET DANCING CLASSES Set Dancing Classes in Villierstown. Monday: Primary school boys and girls 5.30 p.m. Teenagers 6.30 p.m. Adults Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. €5 per class. FIT DANCE EXERCISE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women – Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages and abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7-8 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February, then every Thursday after that 7–8 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! VECP ROOM IN VILLIERSTOWN If you are looking to hold a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get together for a reunion. The VECP room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the

Martin Hally and Eoin Ahern enjoying the first day of sailing at Villierstown Boating Club.

Villierstown shop which has homemade cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 0876635465.Thank you. AGLISH FIT4LIFE 4th Aglish Fun Run / Walk on Easter Monday. Main Sponsor Lidl. 4th Aglish Fun Run / Walk in aid of Children's Hospital Crumlin takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016. Why not join us on Easter Monday for a fun filled morning in Aglish. Walk 5k or Run 5 / 10k. Open to young and old everyone is welcome. Registration from 10.30 and Walk gets under way at 11.30 followed by Run at 11.45. Cost is €7 / or a Donation. Remember all money raised goes directly to Crumlin, all prizes, food and drink are all sponsored. With over 50 spot prizes and loads of food it is an event not to be missed. This year we are having a raffle after the Run for a Signed Irish Soccer Jersey and a Signed Waterford Hurling Jersey, so everyone that registers is automatically entered in the draw. We still have a small number of Sponsorship Cards available if anyone is interested. So hope to see ye all on Easter Monday. We can be contacted on any of the following. Facebook Aglish Fun Run, email: liamodonnell1960@gmail.com tel: 086 8474285. Thanks to everyone for all there support. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village….Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone. We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome - villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

ARRANGEMENTS This is Holy Week, which leads us in to Easter, during which we celebrate the Death and Resurrection on Christ. The following are the arrangements for Holy Week for Modeligo/Affane, as well as for Cappoquin: Holy Thursday: Mass of the Last Supper at Modeligo, and also Cappoquin, both at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross: Cappoquin at 3.00 p.m., Modeligo at 7.30 p.m. and Affane at 8.00 p.m. Passion of Our Lord at Cappoquin at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday Vigil Mass at Affane at 7.30 p.m. and at Cappoquin at 9.00 p.m. Easter Day Mass at Modeligo at 10.00 a.m. and Cappoquin at 11.30 a.m. Looking forward to seeing all our parishoners at the various ceremonies

WEDDING BELLS Heartiest congratulations to Louise Dalton, Lr. Glen, Modeligo, and to Ross Power, Melleray, who were joined in Matrimony on Saturday last. we wish a long and happy life to Ross and Louise, who is daughter af Michael and Nell Dalton, Glen and who hosted a wonderful reception for family members and friends at the Park Hotel. CONDOLENCES We offer sincerest sympathies to the nieces, nephews and the extended family members of the late Mel O’Connor, formerly of Kilcannon, who passed to her eternal reward recently. Following Requiem Mass at Affane, the mortal remains of the late Mel, who was a member of the Walsh family, Kilcannon was laid to rest in the

adjoining Cemetery. Go ndeana Dia trocaire uirthi. CRANNCHUR AITIUL This is Easter weekend, so, on this Saturday night we will be offering our usual 10 special spot prizes; namely Easter Eggs of the chocolate variety, yerra go on, get your lucky numbers in for our Mini-lotto, you could be celebrating Easter with a delicious piece of chocolate. Remember it's 3 numbers between 1 and 30; just €2 to play, and sure, before the weekend is out: you could be “clane lifting!” Last Saturday night’s numbers were: 5, 23 and 30. No jackpot winner. 4 x €25 winners as follows: Tony Shalloe, Clashmore; Cait Hickey, do.; Noreen O’Brien, Graiguemore and M. J. & Deuglán Curran. An tseachtai seo chughainn, beidh €800 sa phota óir.

Two legends Tim O’Brien and Arty McGlynn at The Local I'VE spoken much in the past about the huge array of talent that is prevalent in Dungarvan and the immediate surroundings. It is inordinately huge with reference to the size of this area. West Waterford must have more talent per head than any part of the country and I've paid tribute to the organisers, teachers, producers and directors who are fostering this great asset and causing it to burgeon so fruitfully. But we still should not be too insular and provincial. If for no other reason than to inspire us and spur us on to new heights, we need to see the great virtuosi, geniuses, superstars and living legends from all over the world who are beacons, guiding us all towards the stars, towards achieving our own goals, towards true fulfilment of our promise. So great thanks are due to the promoters, entrepreneurs, hoteliers and pubowners who bring all the great national and international superstars into our area so we can hear them upclose and even meet them. TV brings them into your living-rooms but there is no comparison between that sterile interraction and an actual live performance. Could you ever say with that sense of pride and achievement with which

you talk of a live concert “Hey I saw Elvis on TV!” So What? But what an experience to say you saw him live! I can say with awestruck wonder still that I saw B.B. King live and spoke to him afterwards. What a privilege! So there is no substitute for a live gig and therefore we are tremendously indebted to people like Donnchadha Gough, who, in his pub The Local, Grattan Square, Dungarvan has allowed us to see and meet so many legends, so many superstars, for too numerous to mention all. Now he has yet another international folk hero coming to perform. This is the legendary Tim O'Brien. Tim O'Brien is one of the great American folk singers and songwriters of our time. No less a superstar than Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits and beyond has said: “A master of American folk music, Irish music, Scottish music – it doesn't matter; a fine songwriter and one of my favourite singers.” High praise indeed coming from one so gifted as Mark himself! Arty McGlynn is without question one of the finest guitar players in Ireland with a unique understanding of the music that he performs. Born in

Omagh, Co. Tyrone, Arty soon became one of the most sought-after musicians in the country playing and recording wit Christy Moore, Paul Brady, Donal Lunny, Liam O’Flynn and the Chieftains. He also played as a member of Planxty, Patrick Street, De Danann and the Van Morrison band. His unique take on Irish Traditional guitar playing can be heard on his first solo album ‘McGlynn’s Fancy’, which to this day is considered by many the must - have album for any aspiring guitarists in both the areas of solo melody playing and accompaniment. It is just as important and influential in Irish trad, as is Hot Rize to American bluegrass players. Arty (being older) can be said to have inspired and influenced even more people than Tim O’Brien and that’s really saying something. So Remember. Tim O'Brien, Irish / American folk and bluegrass star (Mandolin, Banjo, Guitar,Vocal etc.) And Arty McGlynn Irish Guitar Legend At: The Local On: Tuesday, March 29th. Doors open @ 7.30 Tickets: €15 www.thelocal.ie

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Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye comes to Ballyduff Upper ‘Pearse, Connolly, McDermott and the rest of their merry men; they died for a Republic. But we don't live in a Republic. We live in an economy.' VERY, very funny, a little provocative and with the occasional swear word, Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye by Jim Nolan is now in its third and final week at Garter Lane Theatre, and coming to St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford for one night on Wednesday 30th March at 8.15 p.m. The response from critics and the audience is extraordinarily positive, with Dermot Keyes reporting in the Munster Express saying ‘Jim Nolan’s work lit a fire under me in the best manner possible’ giving the world ‘a genuine glimpse into what life is really like in the Irish regional newsroom.’ The Irish Times says the play ‘essentially a meditation on the shape of the nation as it celebrates the Rising, is lightly metaphorical and stealthily topical.’ And in the Sunday Independent, Emer O’Kelly says ‘Jim Nolan has an unapologetic affection for small-

town life. But it never blinds him to its dangers and its faults.’ Directed by the author, Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye is a topical and provocative contribution to the forthcoming Easter Rising Centenary Commemoration and to the wider debate on the challenges and complexities of remembering. Set in a provincial newspaper office in the Irish Midlands in the run up to Easter 2016, the privately owned Inishshannon Chronicle has just been acquired by a media conglomerate and the new brush is about to sweep clean. As the newspaper’s staff adjust to radical changes in its structure and ethos, the town it serves prepares to celebrate a tenuous connection to the Easter Rising. The revelation that this connection is not quite what it seems puts the Chronicle’s editor on a collision course with both his new bosses and the local business and political community. Produced by Garter Lane Arts Centre with the support of Waterford City & County Council, Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye is a timely reflection on the distance between the vision of 1916 and the presiding political and cultural ethos of contemporary Ireland. The production which stars Michael Hayes, Garrett Keogh, Jenni Ledwell, Ema Lemon and Ciaran McMahon, includes set design by Dermot Quinn, lighting design by Richard Collins, sound design by Rachel Corcoran and costume design by Jeannine Storan. Johnny I Hardly Knew Ye runs until Saturday, 26th March at Garter Lane Theatre, and then moves to St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford for one night on Wednesday 30th March. Remaining tickets on 051-855038 or www.garterlane.ie

Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart LIVING and dying is the common lot of humanity. Is that all there is to the human project? We are born, we try to make sense of ‘life,’ we work, we age, we die. Jesus takes on this paradox and in doing so reveals the hope that life is changed not ended with death. We will recount the last days of the earthly life of Jesus in what we ‘church’ people call the Easter Tridium. Over three days we celebrate one great event in the life of Jesus. With Holy Thursday in the Mass of Chrism in the Cathedral at 10.30 a.m., to which you are invited, Bishop Cullinan along with the priests of the Diocese renew their commitment to their priesthood within the Church. The day of ordination and the idealism that filled human hearts is revisited so that responses are more than mere responses in a booklet. The oils used in the celebration of the Sacraments are consecrated and

Ballysaggart 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes; Fr. Cullinan and Stephen Cunningham. Lucky. Tables: Mary Whelan and Nellie Devine; Tess Hale and Helen Morrissey. Tickets: Sheila Lonergan x 2, Ber Coughlan and Fr. Cullinan. CONDOLENCES The Ballysaggart community wishes to express our deepest sympathy to the family of Mattie Prendergast, Glendeish, Lismore. May he rest in peace.

blessed in the context of this Mass.These oils are used in every Parish of the diocese. The Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper, 7.00 p.m. in Ballysaggart and 8.15 p.m. in Lismore commemorates the gift of Eucharist. Instead of the washing of the feet, each person coming to the Mass will be invited after the Gospel to come and leave their Lenten Trocaire Box before the altar. Our sacrifices are meant to be life for others. Good Friday allows us enter into the sufferings of Jesus and to connect our own understanding of suffering and death with Jesus. Suffering is not a problem to be solved but a human mystery to be lived. How can our suffering be redemptive? Easter, the triumph of life through death. Death did not hold Jesus. The disciples of Jesus did not look forward to his Resurrection. When we read what the Word of God says of the Easter event we see it took time for the disciples to see and to believe. All the New Testament are Easter documents.They are written in the light of Easter Faith. May the Crucified and Risen Christ bless each one of you. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 26th March - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday, 27th March - 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

Oak Tree Planting Ceremony in Lismore to Honour the Seven Signatories of the 1916 Proclamation – A happy group of Tidy Towns members and staff of Lismore Heritage Centre.

Lismore Tidy Towns WITH the good weather of the past week, our two CES workers Paul Barnes and Paul Feeney managed to get a lot of work done. Stone and other debris was removed from the top soil at the proposed new bed at St. Carthage’s Cathedral. Shrubs at the old planted area at the other side of the Cathedral were pruned back. The soil at the bed at the Monument was also tidied up and the work at the Mills finished off. As we approach the beginning of April people are reminded that it is An Taisce's National Spring Clean month. During this month many voluntary groups in local communities go out and do a litter pick up in areas outside their towns or villages. Lismore Tidy Towns will be doing a litter pick in most of the approach roads to Lismore in the next week or so.This might also be the month when property owners look at their properties and see if it needs a wash or a lick of paint. If doing work of this type please have it done in times for tidy

towns adjudication in June. Business premises whose clientele smoke are reminded that they are required by law to sweep up cigarette butts outside their properties.This will also help the volunteers on the community litter roster which started on Monday, 15th March. In the past two weeks, work has started on preparations for the installation of the three new flag poles for the 1916 Community Commemoration event on the 17th April and the base has been laid for the limestone memorial.Thanks to the Lismore outdoor staff and Mr. David Kiely, Dungarvan Waterford City & County Council. Please don’t forget Lismore Tidy Towns annual Easter Eggs Draw - just another week to go to Easter. Lines only cost two euro each. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Personal Actions on Waste When purchasing new items ask yourself the following questions 1. Do I really need this?

• how often will I use it • will it last • can I borrow it or hire it? 2. Is there a better option? • can I repair something that I already have? • will this last? • is it made from recyclable material and is it easily recycled? 3. How long will I use this? can I use non-disposable packaging instead eg. using a travel mug instead of a throwaway coffee cup, cutlery instead of plastic utensils, reusable water bottlecan I borrow instead. 4. Cooling off period? • To avoid impulse buying especially when you go into a discount shop, walk away, wait an hour two, think about it and if you still feel hat you need the item go back. 5. Finally when you are finished using something before throwing it away ask yourself • can I repair it? • can I use it for something else .....upcycling?

Work in progress on the proposed new planted area at St. Carthage's Cathedral.

Easter Camp at Lismore Heritage Centre COME hop to the Heritage Centre where the Easter bunny has dropped off a jam packed week of arts, crafts, games and some outdoor fun for the boys and girls of the area aged 5-12. Easter Camp will take place on

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 29th, 30th and 31st of March from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. each day. Our experienced leaders will keep your holidaymakers busy with fun, interactive activities tailored to the

group. Spring has sprung and we won’t let April Showers ruin our fun! To book now or for more info call Aoife on 058-54975. Places booking up fast so hop to it!

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FROM PARADE TO TRADFEST Well done to all involved with this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, whether participating, viewing, stewarding, organising or judging. As usual, the weather did not let Cappoquin down either, and the crowds came out in the usual force to do justice to this great local event.The Tradfest now follows hot on the heels of the Parade, so the buntings and flags can all remain in place for a bit longer. This year’s Tradfest keeps the focus on the pub session, with a lot of old friends and a few new ones coming to perform in two thirds of the town’s public houses across the Easter weekend. The music and craic will run from Saturday, March 26th until the Bank Holiday Monday, March 28th. 2016 EASTER EXHIBITION Cappoquin Heritage

Group has been busy on a number of projects recently, and next week we hope to unveil some of the items gathered to commemorate the Centenary of 1916. In various shop windows around the town, we aim to display some of the social history of the time, photographs, census documents and photographs, as well as what newspaper accounts we have managed to source of how Cappoquin saw the major military and political events of 1916. Just one of the items of interest on display will be a document detailing the little-known fact that three people with local connections were caught up in the events in Dublin during Easter 1916, and two of them were killed in the process.We will also be able to give insights into local life, and if you wondered just who lived in your house or street in 1916, we

Dromana Bridge

may be able to provide some answers to that also. This exhibition, entitled ‘1916 in Context’ will just be a taster of a larger event to come in June, and we sincerely hope it will be of great interest and will dovetail nicely with the Tradfest too. Our emphasis is very much on sourcing copies of

original material – newspapers, testimonies, etc., and letting these primary sources speak for themselves. With absolutely no pressure on anyone, if any business owner, or even any ‘window owner’ would like to display additional items for a week or so, by all means let any member of

the Heritage Group know. We have far more items to display than we can actually fit in the available window space, and will as promised display everything in June too. THIS WEEK’S PHOTO This week’s taster of what things looked like a

century ago shows, obviously, the famous Dromana Bridge. Close scrutiny will show that the gate under the archway is actually closed – this was a private estate entrance in those days, of course. You can also see, from this angle, the lever system which allowed the

central part of the bridge to be lifted to allow river traffic up the Finnisk. Of course both the railings and the roadway on the bridge itself were made of wood. Finally, if you look really closely, you can see smoke coming from the chimney on the right hand side of the gate lodge.

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE Pride of place in this week’s notes must go to our Childcare Facility on Winning Overall Best Float in the excellent Cappoquin St. Patrick Day Parade. The theme for the day was 101 Dalmatians. As you can imagine huge planning went into the day.Thanks to all parents who brought in t-shirts for the children in the Parade. The Childcare staff were flat out with posters, t-shirts, outstanding make-up, to be ready for the starts of the big day for the children. Special thanks to Childcare Facility staff Maria Uniacke, Mairéad Landers, Kerry McLaughlin (who looked smashing as villainess Cruella de Vil) Sandra O’Brien, Marguerite McGrath, Margaret Walsh, Laura O’Rourke, Claire Brohan and Ceire Barry. Our brilliant work experienced staff helped no end getting the children ready on the morning, thanks to outstanding team of Leanne Coleman, Shauna Uniacke, Michelle Daly, Hilda Curran and Margaret Tobin. The float was got ready by Michael O’Shea, Sonny Landers Shane Danza, Stevie Barry (soon to be wed to Mairéad) and Marian Looby of the Childcare committee. Parents were not found

waiting with Pearl Veale, Phaedra Wade and Sinéad Corcoran helping the staff entertain the kids on the float. Of course, none of this would be possible only for Tom Kiely, Cappoquin Transport suppling a truck for the day a very special thank you from all in the Childcare Centre Tom once again. Finally, thanks to all the proud parents and grandparents dotted throughout the parade route, your children were a credit to you. ECCE Parents take note enrolments are now being taken for the E.C.C.E.Year 1 and Year 2. Children from 3 years will be entitled to 2 free years from September 2016. For further information, contact Maria or Kerry on (058)52746. DATES FOR THE DIARY Our annual Sponsored Walk will take place on the morning of Saturday, April 9th. Children, Parents and of course Grandparents are most welcome to attend. We will have a nature walk around delightful Glenshelane and back to the Community Centre for refreshments & a good chat. HECTIC WEEKEND This weekend was one of the most hectic of the year with huge crowds using our facilities. The hall was

thronged on Saturday with Scór on Saturday followed by Badminton and Volley Ball on Sunday. Our Caretaker staff rose to the challenge and the hall was like a new pin on Monday morning. This all following on from Celebrity Gigs and Reels last weekend and the St. Patrick Day Parade float preparations, we are blessed with our staff. CAPPOQUIN GOES COUNTRY Just imagine this line-up of stars Louise Morrissey Paddy O’Brien, Kathy Durkan, Marty Daniels, John Hogan, Brendan Quinn, Gloria, Stephen Stokes, Gary Gamble all backed by the sweet sound of the Ryan Turner Band from Donegal. Saturday April 9th is the date for your diary, you won’t be disappointed!!! Tickets available from Feerick’s Pharmacy, Houlihan’s Filling Stations Lismore, Noel Devereux Mans Shop Dungarvan, from the Community Centre office (058) 52746 or from Anthony Prendergast (087) 7657769. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO Lotto 14th of March 2016 Jackpot €10,100. Numbers drawn 1, 9, 24 and 25. No winner. Consolation Prizes winners: Elaine Singleton, Ciara McCarthy Carrigeen,

Conor & P. J. Ormonde Paulboutia, Ann Byrne Dungarvan Road, Lois Crotty Affane, Denise Meaney Kilbree. Next week’s jackpot €10,200. Lotto 21st of March 2016 Jackpot €10,200. Numbers drawn 4, 9, 10 and 15. No winner. Consolation Prizes winners: Rebecca O’Farrell Danesfield, Grace Hally Shanbally, Kathleen Coleman Monalour Lismore, Biddy Uniacke Lower Main Street, Ward Fraher 10 Shanbally, Vinny Byrne Melleray 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! LADIES EXERCISE CLASSES The Ladies Exercise Classes with the excellent Paul Murray are up and running with the trainer Paul putting the girls through their paces. Paul can cater for everyone needs and levels of fitness in the one hour classes. Don’t be shy and give a go you won’t regret it with a nice mixture of exercise in the hall and gym. Classes start at 10.30 a.m.

to 11.30 a.m. every Monday and Wednesday morning. GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College? Well now you can as our ultra-modern Gym will be open at 7.00 a.m. on a month’s trail basis. Our Gym is equipped with Ireland’s most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights. You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership is €200, 6 months €100, 3 months €60 and monthly €25. CIRCUIT TRAINING Like to improve Strength and Power, Core stability and General Fitness while also decreasing body fat then Circuit training maybe for you.You do not have to be an athlete to train like one. Circuit training is a total body training system which involves high volume (repetitions), low resistance (weights) workout with short rest intervals. Every single session is varied and sessions can be regressed/progressed to any level of fitness. Conor (Fully accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach) runs this popular class every Tuesday and Thursday at 7

and can be contacted at 087-1247025. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 7.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. from February, Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA every Monday afternoon. Pilates, Railway Soccer and Blackwater AC every Monday evenings. Circuit Training Tuesday and Thursday nights. Quiddlers Mother & Toddler group and Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Wednesday morning. Underage indoor hurling every Wednesday and Camogie Thursday. Gymnastics every Friday, Supervised Study with Evan McGrath every Saturday. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder, anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh first floor of the Community Centre. ST. MARY’S PARISH Easter Services in Cappoquin, Affane & Modeligo. On Good Friday afternoon, before the Stations of the Cross, there will be a Procession led by Rev. Fr.

Arthure, P.E., from the far end of Twig Bog. Please note that this, because of the dangers in walking on the main road, takes the place of previous Processions from the GAA field. Everyone is welcome to come along and participate, starting at 2.40 p.m.; with a few stops for reflection. The group should reach the church in time for the 3.00 p.m. STATIONS Modeligo – Tuesday 7.30 Penance Service. Holy Thursday 7.30 Mass of The Last Supper. Good Friday 7.30 Stations of the Cross. Easter Sunday 10.00 a.m. Easter Day Mass. Affane – Good Friday 8.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Holy Saturday 7.30 Easter Vigil. Cappoquin – Monday 7.30 Penance Service. Holy Thursday 7.30 Mass of The Last Supper. Good Friday 3.00 Stations of the Cross; Preceded by Procession from Twig Bog. 7.30 p.m. Passion of Our Lord. Holy Saturday 9.00 p.m. Easter Vigil. Easter Sunday 11.30 a.m. Easter Day Mass. HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY Birthday greetings to Kevin Nugent, Daventry and Salterbridge, Cappoquin who celebrates his 50th Birthday on the 31st March from all your family at home.

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Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien DIGGING KILGOBINET One thousand years ago a stone church was built at Kilgobinet. This is the age assigned to the remains still visible in Kilgobinet graveyard by Canon Patrick Power, the great Waterford historian and archaeology professor at Cork University. In his 1937 "Waterford & Lismore, A Compendious History of the United Dioceses", the Canon reports, "At Kilgobinet are the much mutilated remains of a small Irish-Romanesque church of eleventh century type." Where sits a church in Ireland, it is always surrounded by the faithful, gathered together in hope of resurrection. Which means that Kilgobinet graveyard has been the final resting place of local parishioners for at least a millennium. In fact, Kilgobinet graveyard might be older still. A community of the religious was founded here in the 500's by Saint Gobinet and the members of this monastic settlement must have been buried in the vicinity. Neighbours would have wanted to be buried on

church grounds as well. So make that 1,500 years of burials. Likely as not the nearby holy well attracted Druidic and bronze age and probably stone age worshippers even earlier, but this cannot be proven. So, stick to the certainties. For at least one thousand years the families of this parish and the occasional wandering stranger have all gone into Kilgobinet's hallowed ground. No less than forty generations of mourners have gathered at this spot to commune with their loved ones and to pray. It is land sanctified by the tears of a millennium of bereavement. It is holy ground. THE PHYSICAL SPACE But, it is also a physical space, a piece of land bounded by walls and filled with remains. How many? Populations were significantly lower in medieval times and there was a nearby graveyard marked on the 1842 Field Survey map in Killadangan which must have lessened the pressure on Kilgobinet. But terrible events like the Black Death and famine surely raised burial numbers dramatically. The modern funeral directors report that there are an

average of five or six Kilgobinet funerals per year. If this figure held during previous centuries, one thousand years times five means that, as one local put it, "There'll be some crowd come out of there on Judgement Day". One physical result of all the Kilgobinet graves has to have been the digging and redigging of the landscape as mourners many centuries apart buried their family members in the old graveyard. As many as "four or five" old stone markers have been found by modern grave diggers as they shoveled downward in a single burial place. THE TERRACES Another physical result of all these ancestors gathered in one place is evident along the western side of the graveyard beside what became Kilgobinet Pub. Kilgobinet's hillside is steep! And land in this sanctified ground is at a premium. Possibly to deal with these twin problems, terraces were constructed which provided additional burial ground that was level. One atop another, there are at least four terraces along the western side of Kilgobinet's slope. Fr. Richard Doherty, Parish

Priest of Kilgobinet from 1985-91, has another theory that explains the presence of these terraces. During his tenure at Kilgobinet, a team of local FAS workers were cleaning up the old cemetery and uncovered a set of forgotten steps leading up the hill. They are substantial and well built. Fr Doherty thinks that "if there were steps there, they served a purpose." He suggests that this purpose was to provide access to an earlier church, a small "Patrician" era church, or perhaps a small oratory similar to that in which fifth century St Declan is reputedly buried in Ardmore. On the other hand, the steps continue up the hillside beyond this level. Short of an archaeological dig in the consecrated grounds, no one can be sure. The same applies to the other terraces. They were built using mortar, but all may have borne structures of different ages. Whatever their original purpose, these built-up areas have been used by later generations to inter their loved ones. Above these terraces lie the walls and foundations of Canon Power's “IrishRomanesque church”. Yet

Former pupil Bernie Flynn raises the Tri-colour at Kilbrien School with teacher Thomas Cronin and sixth class students.

Lourdes Youth 1916 Table Quiz on the 1st April at 9.00 p.m. at Minnies Bar. Gathered together at a planning session are Michael Horgan, Sam Murphy Nix, Jason Dunford, Lydia Troy, Muireann Walsh, Áine Flynn and Kelvin Troy. Also going to Lourdes but missing from the photo are Amy O'Riordan, William Weiss and Laura Mannion.

The old graveyard of Kilgobinet. On the left are a set of steps that lead up to and beyond a series of stone terraces. Field stones, formal headstones and carved monuments are all in evidence. another level is held in place by a north wall connected with this medieval church. And finally, a tall stone wall above the modern church holds back the hillside. Into a portion of this upper stone fence a row of memorials shaped in the profile of classic temples serves to buttress and support the highest level of all, the modern set of sculptures described very well by the name "Calvary." Terrace after terrace, layer upon layer of burials, steps leading here and there, the hillside of Kilgobinet is a three dimensional labyrinth. Next week: Stones. FAMILY MASS First Saturday of every month - A special Family Mass has been started at Colligan Church to involve the children, generally those 3 to 8 years old before they take their First Communion. This is done in a lot of parishes now. This is the regular Saturday evening Mass at Colligan. The key difference is that before the homily starts, two local teachers, Una Maher and Carmel Tobin, bring the youngsters into the sacristy to explain the week's reading. As well, the children colour in a drawing illustrating that lesson. When the adult homily is finished, the kids rejoin their families. The first Family Mass "went great. It was very well received," reports church Sacristan Anne Tobin. The organisers are aiming big, since they're hoping to start a children's choir from youngsters living throughout KCK. This is a whole parish event and no matter your home church, all local families are

invited to come along on the first Saturday each month at Saint Anne’s Church, Colligan at 7.30 mass. KILBRIEN N.S. Reminder: Enrolment Forms for the 2016/17 school year are available from our secretary Kathleen (Monday to Friday 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.) on 058-47416. KCK LADIES 4th April, Monday - KCK ladies passed a vote of sympathy to Rita Power and all the Power family on the recent death of Stephan. Solas na bhflaitheas da anam uasail. Yvonne Dillon from Nutrilicious gave a very informative presentation of the values of good food and treated us to some delicious tasties.The club wishes her well in her new venture. As April approaches and weather improving our minds turn to outdoors and the garden for our next meeting. Next meeting on Monday, 4th April at Flynn's Garden Centre at 4.45 p.m. FITNESS WALKS Morning: Meet during school mornings at 9.00 am in front of Coolnasmear School. Night: Monday and Friday nights at 9.00 pm in front of Coolnasmear School. Wear a reflective jacket and bring a torch. All are invited on these 3.5 mile walks. ST. PAT'S MONTHLY DRAW 27th March, Easter Sunday First draw takes place in Queallys / Gary's Bar Bohadoon on Easter Sunday 27th of March at 9 pm. The Split the Pot draw is in aid of St. Pat's Juvenile GAA and

Ladies Football Club is on. EASTER MONDAY CLEAN-UP CLEAN IN 16! 28th March, Monday Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rising than by getting together with your neighbours and making your own area greener. All are invited, particularly families.Teach your children well... Colligan - Meet at the Wooden Bridge parking lot at 10.00 a.m. Gloves, hi-vis vests and bags provided. Picnic following. Two hours and a bit in the morning accomplishes an astounding amount when we work together. For information call Michael Kavanagh at 0876184221. Kilbrien - Meet at Kilbrien Hall at 10.30 a.m. Gloves and bags provided. Finishing at 2.00 p.m. and then joining the Comeragh Clean-up crew for lunch at Kilrossanty Hall. For more, call Ned Landers at 086815-1425. 1916 TABLE QUIZ 1st April, Friday - Centenary Table Quiz in aid of KCK Lourdes Youth Fund at 9:00 pm at Minnies Bar in Abbeyside. Concessions for children and families. Raffle prizes and an Auction as well. FUN FAMILY QUIZ NEW DATE 17th April, Sunday Coolnasmear School Parent's Association with legendary Table Quiz host Brendan "Bob" O'Brien meet at the Queally's pub (Gary's) in Bohadoon at 5.00 pm. All are invited. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

Coolnasmear School students and teachers raise the Irish flag. The school's new extension is nearly finished and soon the fencing will come down. So this is a historic photo in several ways.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Ardmore Ardmore Tidy Towns GOOD FRIDAY CLEAN-UP Our annual roads and streets Spring Cleaning will commence again on Good Friday. As usual we’ll meet at Quinn’s Cross at 4.00 p.m. In recent years some local residents have cleared up their own streets/roads/areas and this is a major help, just please let us know in advance so that we don’t designate someone to duplicate your good work. Please wear high viz vests and a pair of gloves. This Spring Clean always spills over to the following day and indeed to a number of Saturdays afterwards because there is so much road and so many beaches to be cleaned. So if for some reason you can’t make Good Friday, then there will be plenty more opportunities later.This year as well we are making a special appeal to clubs and organisations to get tgether as a group or team to tidy a specific area or road. FIRE BRIGADE HELP Our most sincere thanks to the young men of

Ardmore Fire Brigade who very kindly volunteered to water the new Seven Oak Trees & the newly planted shrubs beside the Fire Station. Seven signatories of The Easter Proclamation, at Ardmore Fire Station. This hel[p will make a huge difference to Ardmore Tidy Towns and indeed we are actively seeking similar help in all areas around the village. Already we have John & Máiréad Supple as well as Sarah & Jenny looking after the beds in The Sluggera area. 1916 COMMEMORATION LAUNCH Our 1916 Residents Project is almost complete and we plan to launch the ebook & printed version at Keevers Bar on Friday, April 15th at approximately 8.30 p.m. Our sub-committee of Tommy Mooney, Noel Rooney and John Tierney, backed up by James Quain, have spent many hours researching the residents of Main Street in 1916 and while we may not be 100% accurate, we certainly will

be pretty close. We’re still looking for any anecdotal tales or stories which might be relevant, so please pass them on if you have any. The launch is open to the public and we hope to have a big crowd on the night to share some stories and memories as we remember those who passed on the baton to us. POKER RESULTS The revised Poker Classic continued at The Round Tower Hotel on Wednesday last. Patricia Fitzgerald won the main pot at last week’s poker game with Mary Ann Troy in second place and Charlie Bryan. Game continues this Wednesday night beginning at 9.30 p.m. sharp. WELCOME HOME Great to see Bernie Stilwell home and out and about again and looking like he’s passed the NCT. EASTER HAMPER The annual Tidy Towns Easter Hamper raffle is on again and tickets are for sale in The Post Office.

Kilmacthomas EASTER CERMONIES Holy week ceremonies in our parish churches, Holy Thursday, Mass of the Lord’s supper, in Kill at 7.30 p.m. and in Newtown at 8.30 p.m., Good Friday, a day of fast and abstinence, Stations of the Cross in Kill at 12.00 noon, Liturgy of the Passion in Newtown at 3.00 p.m. and Stations of the cross in Kilmacthomas at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday, Easter vigil Mass in Kilmacthomas at 9.00 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass in Saleen at 9.00 a.m., Kill at 10.00 a.m. and Newtown at 11.30 a.m. Please return your Trocaire box's. KILMACTHOMAS PRIMARY SCHOOL NEWS On Tuesday, 15th March, our school as well as a number of the pupils parents took part in the nationwide Proclamation Day celebrations. This involved the reading out of the 1916 Proclamation of the Republic and the raising of the brand new Irish flag that we were presented with last year by the Army for this special day. We also had some lovely music to mark the occasion and everybody sang our national anthem ‘Amhrán na bhFiann’. Thanks to all who came and joined in with our celebrations. The school would also like to take this opportunity to thank Pat Phelan of Phelan's Centra for his very kind donation to us for our Easter raffle. Please also mark Friday, 22nd April in your diaries as a very special day. This will be the day for our major 1916 event. We would like to invite all parents as well as everybody in the community to join us on that day. BIG CLEAN-UP The big clean-up of the village will take place on Easter Saturday morning, meeting in the car park at 11.00 a.m. Please support the Kilmacthomas Tidy Towns for their

annual clean-up. Gloves, bags and pickers provided. Many hands make light work, RAINBOW HALL Due to unforseen circumstance our AGM for the Rainbow Community Hall was not held last week, so we are re-scheduling to Monday, 28th March at 9.00 p.m. in the Hall. All are welcome to attend. CAR BOOT SALE Car Boot Sale in the Rainbow Community Hall on Sunday next, 26th March, 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., a nice way to spend the morning browsing and looking for that bargain. Lots to choose from, fresh home baking, a nice treat for after the Easter dinner, all the usual stalls will be available with lots of bargains, clothes, brica-brac, shrubs, kindling, toys, books and much more. AFC LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw on Saturday, 19th March, letters drawn C, F, N and X. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Shannon Whelan, Hillside, Kilmac; Evelyn Power, Ballinabanogue; Jimmy Whelan, c/o P P I; Pat McGrath c/o Mosh and Mary Mulcahy, Lemybrien. Next week’s jackpot €850. WHIST Whist results for the Ballylaneen Club on Monday, 14th March: Agnes Thomas,Teresa Keane, Mary B. Bowdren, Carol Ann Wilkins, John Power, Rosie Keane, Ellis Wilkins, Hannah McGrath, Nicola Carroll, Biddy Carroll and Alice Walsh. Raffle winners Breda Galvin, Biddy Fitzgerald and Joan Cashin. EASTER GREETINGS A very happy Easter to everybody. TIME CHANGE Remember clocks go forward one hour this week-end, March 26th/27th.

Tim O’Brien and Arty McGlynn (guitar).

Tim O’Brien and Arty McGlynn for The Local ON the surface, Tim O’Brien’s career seems maddeningly eclectic. But over the years, he’s become a subtle master at mixing the primary musical colours into his own distinct sound. You hear the numerous influences in every note, yet each and every note is uniquely his own. The Wall Street Journal has characterised O’Brien’s work as "classic-sounding material stamped with his own perceptive personality." It has been four years since his last solo recording, but between collaborations with Darrell Scott, the recent Grammy winning recording with Jerry Douglas’s Earls of Leicester, and the rebooting of Hot Rize, he’s barely had time for a shower. Still, somewhere in O'Brien's vivid imagination, the seeds of Pompadour began to sprout, and the fruits of his recent wanderings, music making and worldly observations have blossomed into eleven exquisitely varied, true-to-life and above all musical tracks. Each of O'Brien's solo albums has a distinctive identity. Many have specific themes, including Red on Blonde, an insightful collection of Bob Dylan compositions, and his Grammy-winning celebration of Appalachian music and its Celtic roots, Fiddler's Green. So it is with Pompadour, or at least most of it. "It's kind of a breakup record," O'Brien says. "I separated from my wife four years ago and got divorced a year after that. So there's a breakup, an assessment and ultimately delight at the end." What separates Pompadour from his previous thematic albums? O'Brien answers by looking back to his first nationally released album. "When I did Hard Year Blues, a friend said, ‘This is kind of like a Chinese menu; there are so many options here.What's the theme?' It was really eclectic. Now, with Pompadour, I've sort of melded things together, like the flavors in a stew.” That's an astute observation. Pompadour swirls together bits of bluegrass, deep-roots Appalachian music, field hollers, old-school rock 'n' roll, traditional jazz and even James Brownian funk. The same applies to the perspectives from which O'Brien addresses the central theme. The spare lyrics of "I Gotta Move" and use of everyday images on "I'm A Mess For You" imply rather than spell out a story of loss and then redemption. A rock steady groove drives the classic trope of asking a doctor for a cure to heartache on "Give Me A Little Somethin' Take Her Off My Mind." But there's also celebration on

Pompadour. "Get Up Offa That Thing" spells out the real prescription for curing the blues: "Dance! You'll feel better," O'Brien insists while an improbable instrumentation of acoustic bass, guitar, banjo and just a bit of organ churns out an irresistible beat. His original title track suggests that fate just might make your day by arranging your hair perfectly as you wake up and take that first look in the mirror.The closing track "The Water Is Wise," a co-write by O'Brien and Sarah Jarosz, channels life's currents into a stream of acceptance and surrender. The seeds of Pompadour took root about three years ago when O'Brien welcomed some traveling colleagues to Nashville. "Gerry Paul is a guitarist from Wellington, New Zealand, and Trevor Hutchinson is a bassist from Dublin, Ireland," O'Brien says. "We grabbed a couple of days and recorded. We meant to tour together behind this recording, but we’re all so busy with our other projects. The tracks sat around a while before I started finishing them on my own.Then on the first of this year, my partner Jan and I made a leap, and launched Short Order Sessions (SOS) to put some of this stuff out while I was touring with Hot Rize.” Short Order Sessions releases two download tracks each month on Amazon, iTunes and other digital outlets. “I was inspired by Mo Ash and his Folkways vision. He recorded tons of stuff, down and dirty, and kept it all in print. He dodged commercial pressure somehow and was still able to do his own thing. I was thinking Friends come to town and we might jam at my house, and I’ve often thought it would be great to catch some of those moments. And I had these tracks in the can and ideas for others. The digital delivery system has changed everything, and I figured - why not carve my own model? In a way the Pompadour CD is really just a way to advertise SOS.” www.shortordersessions.com Four Pompadour tracks have already been released on SOS: the Celtic-flavored Woody Guthrie / Billy Bragg composition “Go Down To The Water”, the mandolin blues of Michael Hurley’s “Ditty Boy Twang”, Dan Reeder’s ironic “The Tulips On The Table”, and the aforementioned James Brown tune. All these pieces unify through O'Brien's vision for this project. "Pompadour jumps a little bit more into electric music than usual for me," he says. "I play more

banjo and electric guitar on it than mandolin, which is a switch. It's more personal than a lot of what I've done before." Again Tim is coloring outside the bluegrass. And that means Pompadour will likely touch listeners more personally than much of today's new music. "This album feels really good to me," he sums up. "I love collaborating with other people, but I also like to stretch out and achieve things I might be best able to do on my own. It hangs together and tells a story. It's honest. It shows who I am as a person as well as a musician. That's something I can be proud of.” Born in Wheeling, West Virginia on March 16th, 1954, singer songwriter and multi instrumentalist Tim O’Brien grew up singing in church and in school, and after seeing Doc Watson on TV, became a lifelong devotee of old time and bluegrass music. Tim first toured nationally with Colorado bluegrass band Hot Rize, which formed in 1978. Kathy Mattea scored a country hit with his song “Walk The Way The Wind Blows” in 1986, and soon more artists like Nickel Creek and Garth Brooks covered his songs. Since 1990, Tim has released 14 solo CD’s, as well as collaborations with his sister Mollie O’Brien, songwriter Darrell Scott, and noted old time musician Dirk Powell. He’s performed or recorded with Steve Earl, Mark Knopfler, Bill Frisell, and Steve Martin, and produced records for Yonder Mountain Stringband, David Bromberg, and Canada’s Old Man Luedecke. Notable releases include the bluegrass Dylan covers of Red On Blonde, the Celtic-Appalachian fusion of The Crossing, and the Grammy winning folk of Fiddler’s Green. His newest CD, 2015’s Pompadour, includes a banjo driven version of James Brown’s Get Up Offa That Thing. O’Brien formed his own record label, Howdy Skies Records, in 1999, and launched the digital download label Short Order Sessions (SOS) with his partner Jan Fabricius last year. He has two sons, Jackson (33) and Joel (25), and has lived in Nashville since 1996. Hobbies include cooking, skiing, and playing traditional Irish music. Tim O’Brien and Arty McGlynn will be appearing at The Local, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 29th March. Doors open at 8.00 p.m. Tickets €15.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise CEILIÚRADH NA CÁSCA I nDÁNLANN JOAN CLANCY Beidh Ceiliúradh na Cásca ar siúl i nDánlann Joan Clancy, 25 -31 Márta. Tá an Dánlann suite i Maoil a’ Choirne, An Rinn in aice le Dún Garbhán i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Beidh saothar nua ag Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, Damaris Lysaght, Aidan Butler, Blawnin Clancy, Andrea Jameson, Ciara Gormley agus eile ar thaispeáint ann gach lá, an deireadh seachtaine san áireamh, 11r.n. – 5.30i.n. Beidh fáiltiú fíona ar siúl ag 7.30i.n. Dé Céadaoin 30 Márta agus tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. Tuilleadh eolais: info@joanclancygallery.com, 086 813 4597; (058) 46205 www.joanclancygallery.com The Easter Group Celebration opening March 25 -31 in Joan Clancy Gallery in Maoil a’ Choirne, An Rinn near Dungarvan in the Waterford Gaeltacht will feature exciting new works by Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, Damaris Lysaght, Aidan Butler, Blawnin Clancy, Andrea Jameson, Ciara Gormley and others. Daily including the weekend 11.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. The wine reception is scheduled for 7.30 p.m. on Wednesday, 30th March and all are welcome. Further Information: info@joanclancygallery.com 086-8134597; (058) 46205 www.joanclancygallery.com AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE. Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní &rl. 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, nó cuir freagra ar an ríomhphost seo. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equipment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything, or send a reply to this email. Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087 0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seed's etc. To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 087 0569907. COISTE LOURDES - AN RINN & AN SEAN PHOBAL Beidh Tráth na gCeist ar siúl Dé hAoine, 1ú Aibreán, 2016 san Marine Bar, Pulla, An Rinn ag 9.00

i.n. €40 an bord, daltaí €20. Beidh crannchur ar an oíche chomh maith. Rachaidh an t-airgead a bheidh bailithe i dtreo duine atá tinn ón bparóiste a chur ar oilithreacht Dheoise Phort Láirge is an Leasa Mhóir go Lourdes i Meitheamh 2016. Muna féidir leat a bheith i láthair ach gur mhaith leat síntiús a thabhairt, is féidir dul i dteagmháil leis na daoine seo: Siobhan De Faoite, Máiréad Uí Mhuirighthe, Paula Úi Úallacháin, Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa, Tony Tobin, An tAth. Ó Ceallaigh. Má tá duine tinn sa pharóiste ar d’aithine ar mhaith leo dul ar Oilithreacht Phort Láirge agus an Leasa Mhóir go Lourdes i Mí an Mheithimh, tar i dteagmháil linn. A Table Quiz will take place in the Marine Bar, Pulla, An Rinn on Friday, 1st April, 2016 at 9.00 p.m. sharp. €40 per table, students €20 per table. A raffle will also take place on the night. The money collected will go towards sending a sick person(s) from the Parish on the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in June, 2016. If you are unable to attend, but wish, you can make a donation of any of the following committee members: Siohán De Faoite, Máiread Uí Mhuirighthe, Paula Uí Úllacháin, Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa, Tony Tobin, An tAth. Ó Ceallaigh. Your support will be greatly appreciated. If you know of any sick person in our Parish who would like to travel with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes in June, 2016, please contact us. COMÓRADH 1916 Tá clár imeachtaí leagtha amach anseo i nGaeltacht na nDéise le haghaigh comóradh 1916. Tháinig Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise agus an Comhlucht Forbartha le chéile, le cabhair ó daoine deonacha eile chun Meitheal Oibre a bhunú sa cheantar chun imeachtaí don comóradh a eagrú. Tá comórtas litríochta ar siúl i láthair na huaire do dhaoine óga. Tá an comórtas oscailte do na scoileanna áitiúla anseo i nGaeltacht na nDéise agus do Ghaelscoileanna ar fud Port Láirge. Tá fáilte roimh daltaí scoile aiste nó píosa filíochta a chumadh ar téama 1916 agus beidh duais bronnta ar na scoileanna atá páirteach agus ar na ndaltaí is fearr. Beidh leac nua i gcuimhne beirt fir ón cheantar seo a throid san Éirí Amach i mBaile Átha Cliath nochtaithe thíos i gCeann Heilbhic, in aice le Leac na bhFíníní Dé Domhnach an 17ú Aibreáin 2016. Beidh aifreann ar siúl sa Sean Phobal níos déanaí i mbliana mar chuid den clár agus beidh ceolchoirm anseo sna Déise níos déanaí sa bhliain chomh maith. Beidh na sonraí fógartha ar ball. A Programme of events has been set out for the 1916 commemoration here in the Waterford Gaeltacht. Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Gaeltacht na nDéise and Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise, together with some other interested parties have set up a

Meitheal Oibre to organise events for the commemoration. Schools Literature Competition, the competition is open to local schools in the Waterford and a number of Gaelscoils in Waterford are also taking part. Pupils from the schools will be able to write an essay or poetry on the theme of 1916 and prizes will be presented to participating schools and the best entrants. A new plaque in memory of two local men who fought in the rising in Dublin will be unveiled beside Leac na bhFíníní in Heilbhic Head on Sunday, 17th April. A mass will be celebrated in An Sean Phobal later this year as part of the program of events and a concert will be held in the area later on in the year as will. Details will be announced in the coming weeks. CUMANN STAIRE AGUS OIDHREACHTA GHAELTACHT NA NDÉISE Beidh cruinniú mar gheall ar an Leac Comórtha i gCeann Heilbhic i Halla Pobail na Rinne, Déardaoin 31 Márta ag 8 pm. A meeting in relation to the commemorative plaque in Heilbhic will be held in Halla Pobail na Rinne at 8 pm on Thursday, 31st March. COMHGHAIRDEAS Ba mhaith leis an gComhlucht Forbartha comhghairdeas a dhéanamh le Cumann Staire agus Oidhreachta Ghaeltacht na nDéise tar éis dóibh duais a thabhairt leo i bParáid Lá Fhéile Pádraig i nDún Garbhán an seachtain seo chaite. Maith sibh. COMÓRADH I MÁ NUAD Beidh comóradh ar siúl i Má Nuad, Dé Luain 28ú Márta ag 12 i.n. i gcuimhne ar beirt fir ón gceantar seo a throid san éirí amach. Beidh fáilte roimh cach. A commemoration will be held in Maynooth in memory of two men from the parish who fought in the Rising next Monday, 28th March at 12.00 noon. All are welcome to attend. BAILIÚCHÁIN DO DHAOINE GAN DÍDEAN Tá bailiúcháin do dhaoine gan dídean i bPort Láirge ar siúl sa Rinn i láthair na huaire. Iarrtar ar an bpobal tacaíocht a thabhairt don bhailiúcháin tríd ábhar a dheonú. Is é an ábhar atá uathu ná 1) Bia: ábhar nár gá cócaireacht a dhéanamh orthu, barra bricfeasta, mála criospaí, brioscaí, seacláid agus ábhar tirim eile, málaí tae nó pota caifé, Pot Noodles srl agus fleasc. 2) Éadaí: Stocaí, Brístí, hataí, lámhainní, scairf, geansaí srl. Is féidir an t-ábhar a thabhairt isteach go dtí Halla Pobail na Rinne, beidh bosca ag an Iarscoil, gach tráthnóna, Luan go hAoine. Más maith leat tuilleadh eolais, is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Orla ag 087 6346022. A collection for homeless people in Waterford is underway in An Rinn at present. You can support the collection by donating 1) Food: things that don’t need to be cooked, such as breakfast bars, crisps, biscuits, chocolate and other dry goods, tea bags and pots of coffee

etc. 2) Clothes: Socks, pants, hats, gloves, scarves, jumpers etc. The materials can be brought to Ionad Pobail na Rinne, there will be a box at the Iarscoil each evening, Monday to Friday. For further information, call Orla on 087 6346022. SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le chéile gach Aoine sa Halla ó 10 r.n. - 12 i.n. Carn spraoi agus spórt do thuismitheoirí agus páistí a bhíonn ann. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428. Spraoi, Parent and Toddler group will meet every Friday in the Halla from 10am -12pm. Plenty of fun activities for all! Tel 087 7479428. GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30 r.n. go dtí 12 i.n.. Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Fáilte roimh chách. A bilingual parent ant toddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and Youth centre in Dungarvan from 10:30am to 12 noon. This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Bígí Linn! SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am – 11am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha 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.

Finbarr, Caoimhe and Fionn Timmons from Coolnasmear pictured with Berta Vazques from Spain at a special Tionól na nDéise in Dungarvan Library, organised by the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council as part of the Waterford 1916-2016 Centenary Programme of Events. Finbarr, Caoimhe agus Fionn Timmons ó Chúl na Smear le Berta Vazques ó Spain ag Tionól na nDéise speisialta, a d'eagraigh Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge mar chuid de Chlár Comórtha Céad Bliain Phort Láirge. [David Clynch Photography]

Léacht mar chomóradh ar 1916 le Silvester Ó Muirí i gColáiste na Rinne Luan Cásca TABHARFAIDH Silvester Ó Muirí léacht i gColáiste na Rinne Luan Cásca, 28ú Márta ag 7.00 i.n. mar chuid de chomóradh 1916. ‘Na hÓglaigh sna Déise’ a bheidh mar ábhar cainte aige agus fáilte roimh chách a bheith i láthair sa Halla Éisteachta ar an oíche. Tá leabhar foilsithe ag Silvester le déanaí ar an ábhar seo. Chinntigh tranglam na n-orduithe contráilte nach raibh Éirí Amach sna Déisibh i 1916. Ní hionann sin is a rá nach raibh tréimhse corraitheach i saol na nóglách ón am a bunaíodh iad i croílár na Réamonnach – rud a chruthaigh teannas ar leith. Ní féidir tréimhse 19131923 a thuiscint gan éabhlóid na polaitíochta a shuíomh ar an mbonn áitiúil agus tá sin déanta anseo le h-údarás agus le heolas logánta an údair as na Déisibh. Ag an tréimhse 19131916 a tháinig bunús na saighdiúirí agus na bpolaiteoirí a d’athmhúnlaigh an tír seo trí Chogadh na Saoirse. Rinne Silvester Ó Muirí staidéar ar an stair i gColáiste na hIolscoile Gaillimh agus i gColáiste na Tríonóide. Tá roinnt altanna foilsithe aige ar ábhair a bhaineann le stair

na nDéise. Duine de na scríbhneoirí ba ea é i Traditional Boats of Ireland (in eag. C. Mac Cárthaigh, 2008). Dhá bhliain ó shin d’fhoillsigh sé The State and the Sea Fisheries of the South West Coasts of Ireland, 1922 – 1972. Chaith sé tamall mar chigire staire sa Roinn Oideachais agus tá suim ar leith aige i seoltóireacht agus i dtaighde a bhaineann le cúrsaí mara. Is le cabhair ón Roinn Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta a eagrófar an léacht seo, faoin Teanga Bheo, Clár Comórtha Céad Bliain 1916. As part of the 1916 Commemoration, local historian Silvester Ó Muirí will give a talk entitled ‘na hÓglaigh sna Déise’ in Coláiste na Rinne on Easter Monday, 28th March with an open invitation to all for a 7.00 p.m start.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

West Waterford KINSALEBEG MACRA Drama & Fun: A date for your diary to all who wish to enjoy a night of great Drama & Fun.Waterford Macra will host their fundraising drama night on Thursday night next week – March 31st at the Community Centre in Cappoquin. Your support would be very much appreciated at what promises to be a night packed with entertainment with “Bella Boola Vogue” from the Waterford Rainbow drama team in the first half followed by “Here to have fun” with the Kinsalebeg Macra Capers group in the second half. Doors open at 7.30 p.m. and dul isteach is just €5 and children go free. What better to enjoy the Easter school holidays! Volleyball winners: On Sunday last our club travelled to Cappoquin to take part in the county round of Volleyball – after a tough nights work our club won and we will now go on to represent Waterford in the All-Ireland Finals in three weeks time Titles night qualifier: Also on Sunday evening two club members Edmond Og Ledingham and his sister Sarah were successful applicants at the county titles night, when they were both chosen to represent their county. Edmond won the Mr. Personality competition and Sarah won the Miss Blue Jean’s competition. Big “congrats” to you both CLASHMORE & PILTOWN PARISH EASTER CEREMONIES Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper:- Piltown 7.00 p.m.; Clashmore 8.30 p.m. Adoration at the Altar of Repose- for those who may wish to spend some quite time with the Lord, there will be adoration following both Masses and concludes at 9.30 p.m. in Piltown and 10.30 p.m. in Clashmore. Good Friday: This is a day of fast and abstinence – we will have celebration of the Lord’s passion in both churches at the following times: Piltown at 3.30 p.m.; Clashmore at 8.00 p.m. Also on Good Friday we will have Stations of the Cross in both churches at the following times: Clashmore at 2.30 p.m.; Piltown at 7.00 p.m. Easter Saturday: Vigil Mass will be celebrated in Piltown at 7.30 p.m. – with the lighting of the Easter fire and Easter candle and blessing of the Easter water (please note the time). Easter Sunday: Easter Sunday masses will be celebrated at the following times in Piltown at 9.30 a.m. and Clashmore at 11.00 a.m. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Mindfulness, Meditation & Relaxation in Clashmore: Beginners & Developers welcome. The first course has finished but it has been so popular that a new course is starting this Thursday, the 24th of March in the Respond Community Hall.The course is taught in a very easy down to earth format. Patrick Dillane has many years of experience

and is available for more information on 087-2282490. To enrol Phone Jackie Fox on 086-8858187 FOROIGE - EASTER RAFFLE This is your final chance to be in to win one of the fabulous prizes in our Easter Raffle the lines are presently on sale at only €1.00 each and the prizes are two Hampers. All our young Foroige members would really appreciated your support for our club. THE LATE TOMMY CONNOLLY With deep sadness we record the death of Tommy Connolly Monatrea and Rath, Kinsalebeg. Tommy died on Friday last, March 18th peacefully, at Waterford Regional Hospital. Tommy will be sadly missed by his nephews Bobby Connery, Willie Neylan and Mossie Neylan, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Reposing in Egan's Funeral Home. Rosary was recited for Tommy on Saturday evening. Tommy’s Removal took place on Sunday, to St. Bartholomew's Church, Piltown. Following Requiem Mass on Monday Tommy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. 4th AGLISH FUN RUN / WALK ON EASTER MONDAY (MAIN SPONSOR LIDL) One final reminder of the 4th Aglish Fun Run / Walk in aid of Children's Hospital Crumlin takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016. Why not join us on Easter Monday for a fun filled morning in Aglish. Walk 5k or Run 5 / 10k. Open to young and old everyone is welcome. Registration from 10.30 a.m. and Walk gets under way at 11.30 a.m. followed by Run at 11.45 a.m. Cost is €7 / or a Donation. Remember all money raised goes directly to Crumlin, all prizes, food and drink are all sponsored. With over 50 spot prizes and loads of food it is an event not to be missed.This year we are having a raffle after the Run for a Signed Irish Soccer Jersey and a Signed Waterford Hurling Jersey, so everyone that registers is automatically entered in the draw. Sponsorship Cards are still available if anyone is interested. So hope to see ye all on Easter Monday. We can be contacted on any of the following: Facebook Aglish Fun Run or email: liamodonnell1960@gmail.com or Tel: 086 8474285 CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG LADIES FOOTBALL Easter Sunday - Cake Sale: Come join us at the Heritage centre in Clashmore this Easter Sunday morning, March 27th, following 11.00 a.m. Mass and bring home a delicious treat from the annual Clashmore – Kinsalebeg Ladies Football Club fund raising Cake Sale your support will be very much appreciated. AGLISH BALLINAMEELA MOUNT STUART PARISH St. Patrick’s Day celebrations: St. Patrick’s Day was cel-

ebrated in the Parish with a large group of people gathered in Mount Stuart for the annual St. Patrick’s Day Mass at the church whose patron is St. Patrick. Mass began outside with the blessing of Holy Water and Helium Balloons in the green white and gold. Our thanks to the sacristan, the choir and special thanks to all those who organised the refreshments outside.This was a great community gathering in faith. HOLY WEEK CEREMONIES Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper will take place in: Aglish at 6.30 p.m.; Ballinameela at 8.00 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross in Mount Stuart at 12.00 noon. Children’s Liturgy – Aglish Church 2.00 p.m. Liturgy of the Passion – Aglish Church 4.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross & Prayers – Ballinameela 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday Easter Vigil – Ballinameela 7.45 p.m. Easter Sunday Masses as usual. Divine Mercy Sunday: To mark Divine Mercy Sunday – April 3rd – a special Mass will be celebrated in Aglish Church at 3.00 p.m. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO Sunday, March 21st: Last week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draws were K, C, A and E. We had a Jackpot winner. Congratulations to Conor Kelly Carey on his wonderful win of our €5,600 jackpot.This week’s €20 spot prizes go to: Roger Hynes, Esther Quinn and Thomas Beausang. Our new jackpots starts at €500 this coming Sunday night and remember if you are not in you can not win. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO The weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, March 21st. The numbers out of the drum this week were 15, 22, 26 and 28. We had no match four winner so next

Kinsalebeg Volleyball Team. week our Jackpot will be €4,800. Next week’s draw takes place at the Ole Mill.Well done to the following winners of our €20 each spot prizes: Jack Douris, Margaret Leahy, Nicky Troy, Mary O’Donovan and Liam Flynn c/o Maty Lynch. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE On Monday night, March 21st we had just one pair winning the top prize this week on eight games they were Barry Curran and Martin Lynch. In second place we had Mary O’Donovan and Eileen Dower, Eugene O’Halloran and Liam Curran, Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Jock O’Connell and Derry Cotter in second place jointly on seven games each. Best of the last five this week were Kyle Cunningham and Martin Lynch; Jock O’Connell and Derry Cotter; Margaret Leahy and Una Leahy. Our lucky last game winners were Edmond Og Ledingham and Kyle Cunningham. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. BLACKWATER GARDEN CENTRE Easter Egg Hunt: A fun

filled morning for all the family is promised here in Kinsalebeg this Easter Saturday, March 26th, of our annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Blackwater Garden Centre. This great family event with games and competitions for all the boys and girls begins from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.We will have a very special appearance from the Easter Bunny and of course the highlight of the day will be the Easter Egg Hunt – booking is essential and to do so you can call Anne at 02492725. Basket Making Workshop: The beautiful traditional craft of Basket Making will be the subject of an up coming workshop on Saturday, April 2nd with Cathy Hayden here at the Blackwater Garden Centre. Get to make and bring home a fabulous basket – enjoy refreshments on arrival, also lunch and afternoon tea all for just €80 – if you want more details on the lovely relaxing workshop, please phone Anne at 02492725. PROCLAMATION DAY AT KINSALEBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL On Tuesday, March 15th, we marked the occasion of the 100 year anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising with celebrations

in our school. We invited our parents and families to join us. We began with an Irish dancing display.We have been learning Irish dancing with Trish Leahy for the past 8 weeks. Next the Junior Classes performed a song called Teidí Béar Buí. The Middle classes performed a poem An tSeamróg and sang Beidh Aonach Amárach. The Senior classes sang An tAodh and Grace. The 3rd class read facts for us about our National Flag. 4th class read the old Proclamation from 1916. Fourth, fifth and sixth classes have been busy composing their own new Proclamations for 2016. The 5th class read their new Proclamation for 2016 for us. Finally, Rang a Sé had the privilege and honour of being part of our school history and they proudly raised our flag for us while we all sang Óró Cionn tSáile Beag. This is our own school song which we composed together. We all stood together and joined in to sing our National Anthem, Amhráin na bhFiann. Our families came in to see all our displays for 1916 and Lá Feile Pádraig, and read all of our Proclamations.

Children at Ballycurrane N.S. together with Private Daly, a past pupil enjoying the 1916 celebrations at the school.

Go raibh míle maith agat to our hardworking Parents' Assocation for providing teas and treats for all the adults, and to everyone who helped prepare the school for the day. Bhí an-lá againn, and a day we will remember always! Cionn tSáile Beag Abú! DEATH OF MRS. MAUREEN POWER With deep sadness we record the death of Mrs. Maureen Power, Bawnacomeragh, Kinsalebeg. Maureen had been a resident in at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, in recent years. It was here she died peacefully on Sunday last, March 20th. Predeceased by her husband Jackie, many years ago, she will be dearly missed by her loving family, her sons Joe and Dec; her daughters Ger, Ber and Vera; her sister, sons-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends, to whom we extend deepest sympathy. Requiem Mass for Maureen will be celebrated this Wednesday morning, at 11.00 a.m. in St. Bartholomew’s Church, Piltown followed by burial in the Round Tower Cemetery, Ardmore. May she rest in peace.

COUNTY NEWS/SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Kilrossanty COLLECTION Collection this week end for the homeless. HOLY WEEK Wednesday: Penetential Service in Fews Church at 7.30 p.m. Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord’s Supper in Kilrossanty at 7.30 p.m. Good Friday: Stations of the Cross in Fews at 3.00

p.m. Celebration of the of the Lord’s Passion in Kilrossanty at 7.30 p.m. Holy Saturday: Easter Vigil Mass in Fews at 6.30 p.m. Easter Sunday: The Resurrection of the Lord Mass in Kilrossanty at 10.30 a.m. Easter Monday Mass in Kilrossanty at 11.00 a.m.

Pictured at Crotty’s Inn for Bingo were Ann Mears, Colette Prendergast and Breda Prendergast. [Will Cusack]

Pictured at Crotty’s Inn for Bingo were Breda Kelleher, Agnes Kirwan and Geraldine Kiely. [Will Cusack]

RAISING OUR FLAG At 12.00 noon on 15th March all national schools in Ireland raised their flags. Kilrossanty Fews school did a wonderful job on Tuesday last. The highlight of the celebration was to see the national flag flying in both schools. Great credit is due to the staff and pupils for all the work put into the ceremony and making it such a memorable occasion for all. PADDY CUSACK Sincere sympathy is extended to the Cusack family, Ballinavouga on the death of Patrick (Paddy) Cusack which occurred on Saturday last. Sympathy to his wife Mary; daughters Marie, Claire, Carmel and Emily; sons Paul and William; brother Tom; sister Eileen and all other immediate family on their sad loss. Burial took place in Kilrossanty Cemetary. May he rest in peace. BINGO Once again the bingo drew a good crowd to Crotty’s Inn last Friday night. The next one will be on 29th April. DEISE DRAW Money and ticket by Thursday evening please to Kevin, Jason or Mairead. EASTER Happy and safe Easter to all my readers.

Booley House Show

Ballyduff CCÉ THE ACCLAIMED SHOW THE BOOLEY HOUSE COMES TO ARAGLEN Come along to The Booley House for a fantastic evening of music, song, dance and story in Araglen Community Hall this Easter Sunday, 27th March, at 8.00 p.m. Tickets are €15 for an adult and €10 for student/child. Booking is a must as

this show is likely to sell out.Tickets can be got by contacting (087) 3478035 or message "Araglen Community Hall" Facebook page. EXCITEMENT IS BUILDING FOR WATERFORD COUNTY FLEADH The countdown is on for the Waterford County Fleadh which is being hosted by Ballyduff CCÉ from

May 20th to 22nd. This weekend offers a wide variety of events such as an Evening of Newly Composed Songs and Singing, Traditional Music band Caladh Nua in Concert, Music Sessions, and most importantly music, dancing and singing competitions. Keep up to date with Ballyduff CCÉ by liking our Facebook page “Ballyduff CCÉ”.

KILROSSANTY NATIONAL SCHOOL

National Proclamation Day IT was a beautiful sunny day on March 15th as Kilrossanty NS raised the Irish Flag at 12.00 noon to the delight of the schoolchildren and assembled crowd. Earlier in the morning Sean and Sile Murphy and John Quinlan came to the school and gave the children an insight into what life was like in Kilrossanty during the years around 1916. Mrs. Sile Murphy assisted by Joshua Browne and Linda Shasby (the oldest and youngest children in the school) raised the flag, after which the school choir sang Amhrain na bhFiann. The 1916 Proclamation was read out as well as the Proclamation for a New Generation which was composed by the pupils themselves. A short concert followed which included songs of peace and some tin whistle playing. Children from the junior classes performed the Ceile dance ‘An Damhsa Mor’. It was both a commemoration and celebration and aso a looking to the future with hope. Refreshments were provided for everyone afterwards by the Parents’ Association. We would like to thank everyone involved for a great day.

KILROSSANTY NS TAKE PART IN PEACE PROMS 2016 On Saturday, 5th March, 2016 pupils from 3rd to 6th class travelled by bus to the Hub venue in Kilkenny to take part in the Cross Border Orchestra of Ireland Peace Proms Concert 2016. The CBOI was established in 1995 as a peace initiative and is composed of over 100 exceptionally talented young musicians from all over Ireland, north and south. It has performed to sell out audiences at all major venues throughout Ireland and many throughout the world including Carnegie Hall, New York and the Royal Albert Hall, London. A choir made up of almost 2,000 school children including those from Kilrossanty NS performed with the orchestra on the night, songs they had been rehearsing over the past few months, guided by Mrs. Kavanagh and Mrs. Feeney. They were also joined by solists on the night and the Colmcille Pipe Band from Derry. It was a wonderful night’s entertainment for all and the children thoroughly enjoyed being part of it.

Easter Raffle Winners

Scoil Mhuire Parents’ Association

Mrs. Sile Murphy raising the Irish Flag with Joshua Browne and Linda Shasby.

WITH the mega Easter break from school approaching the Scoil Mhuire Parents’ Association held their annual Easter Raffle. As always the chance of winning an Easter Egg had all classes eager to take part. The class winners are picture here, along with the two overall school winners. All funds raised by the Parents Association go back into supporting the school and its pupils so we are very grateful for all who supported the Easter Raffle. Special thanks to The Leisure Centre Park Hotel, Eurospar Abbeyside and Centra Abbeyside for their kind donations.

Easter Raffle Winners

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

BCS marks Proclamation Day LAST Tuesday, March 15th, schools marked the 1916 Schools Proclamation Day. In the weeks leading up to the day, we had set up a committee to plan how best to celebrate the occasion. On Tuesday morning each year attended a video presentation in the School Foyer on the Rising followed by a display in the Hall. This involved showcasing images from 100 years ago in Ireland and abroad giving us a context of what was going on at that time, some artifacts of life during the time, names and photos of the people associated with the time period and the winning poems that students had entered into our school competition with 1916 as the theme. Later that morning staff and students attended the second part of our day – the outdoor ceremony – which involved the planting of The Dove Tree, also called the Handkerchief

Liadán Dunlea reads The BCS Proclamation.

Tree by students Grace Johnson 6th year and Emily Daly, 1st year. This tree commemorates those who gave their lives for Ireland. A hundred years ago, they did so mainly on the streets of Dublin and in the yard at Kilmainham Gaol. We also remember that many gave their lives, for another version of Irish freedom, in the trenches of France, Belgium and at Galipoli. Many also died during the War of Independence and Civil War, as did many innocent bystanders in Croke Park and elsewhere. Further back, many were killed at Vinegar Hill, Benburb and Kinsale too. Killian Barrett on behalf of the Students Council buried a Time Capsule, it contains many of the things that the students of BCS of 2016 felt represented them and of life in the school. Mr. Dunlea read the 1916 Proclamation and Liadán Dunlea read the 2016

Proclamation for BCS devised by our students to represent the vision and future for them as we look on to another 100 years. While all sang The National Anthem we had a flag raising ceremony, Mr. Ring, Principal raising the Irish flag, Cian Mannion, Students Council raising the EU flag and Ms Gaffney, Organising Committee raising the School flag. We thank everyone who played a part in this very moving and honourable occasion and say well done to the committee in their organising of the event. Thank you to all staff who dressed up in period costume to add to the occasion. FAI SOCCER Congratulations to Jayson Molumby who received the U16 FAI International Player of the Year in Dublin last Sunday night.

Cian Mannion, Mr. Denis Ring and Ms. Sinead Gaffney at the Flag Raising Ceremony.

Proclamation Day at Kinsalebeg NS ON Tuesday, March 15th, we marked the occasion of the 100 year anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising with celebrations in our school. We invited our parents and families to join us. We began with an Irish dancing display.We have been learning Irish dancing with Trish Leahy for the past 8 weeks. Next the Junior Classes performed a song called Teidí Béar Buí. The Middle classes performed a poem An tSeamróg and sang Beidh Aonach Amárach. The Senior classes sang An tAodh and Grace. The 3rd class read facts for us about our National Flag. 4th class read the old Proclamation from 1916. Fourth, fifth and sixth classes have been busy composing their own new Proclamations for 2016, and they have compiled a whole class one. The 5th class read their new Proclamation fo!

Raising the Flag at Kinsalebeg National School.

Proclamation Day at Carriglea National School Pictured Left - Brian and Henry raised the Irish Flag at Carriglea National School. Pictured below - Pupils of Carriglea National School singing Amhran na bhFiann after their National Flag was raised.

Students Grace Johnson and Emily Daly plant The Dove Tree.

Killian Barrett buries the BCS Time Capsule.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

SCOIL GHARBHÁIN

TG4 - Kate Ruiséal Láithreoir Aimsire Speisialta

Junior Infants, Kilmacthomas Primary School with their St. Patrick's Day shamrocks.

Kilmacthomas Primary School TUESDAY, March 15th, was a once in a generation occasion for schools all around the country. Proclamation Day which commemorated the events of Ireland in 1916 was marked with the raising of the Tricolour and a reading of the 1916 Proclamation. In Kilmacthomas Primary School our celebrations

began with music by Chloe O’Dwyer, Amy Grant, Sharlene O’Dwyer, Mahon Bowdren and Ms. McGuire. They were joined by pupils in a rendition of A Chomaraigh Aoibhinn Ó. Senan Casey, Eoin Ruane, Brenna Whelan Murphy and Emma Keating read the Proclamation in front of staff, pupils and parents.

This was followed by the raising of the Tricolour flag by Rohan Kiely (6th Class) and Alana Norris (Junior Infants) and Amhrán na bhFiann which was conducted by Mr. O’Connor. We welcomed our former teacher Mrs. O’Connell back to the school to present Full Attendance Certificates to

Rohan Kiely (6th Class) and Alana Norris (Junior Infants) helped out by Mr O’Heithir raising the Irish Flag in Kilmacthomas Primary School.

pupils who had not missed any day since Christmas. This was followed by an Easter Raffle. On the day of the Easter Holidays to mark Seachtain na Gaeilge Ms. McGuire’s 1st and 2nd Class performed their own version of Luaithríona (Cinderella) for parents. Mr. O’Connor's 2nd and 3rd Class performed small group re-enactments of Seán agus an Gas Pónaire (Jack and the Beanstalk). This was followed by a wonderful version of Béic Amach ó Taylor Swift. Make sure to keep Friday, April 22nd, free for our 1916 Fair in the school. Pupils will be joined by Bernie Power, Seán Murphy and Sheila Murphy for a morning of entertainment with historical songs, stories and music.This event is open to everyone in the wider community so do come and join us on the day. If you have any artefacts of historical or cultural interest such as photographs, medals etc and would like to display them at our 1916 Fair please contact the school on 051294627.

Senan Casey, Eoin Ruane, Brenna Whelan Murphy and Emma Keating reading the Proclamation in front of staff, pupils and parents in Kilmacthomas Primary School.

Kate Ruiséal mar Láithreoir na h-Aimsire ar TG4. BHÍ sceitimíní milteacha anseo an tseachtain seo caite nuair a bhuaigh Kate Ruiséal Comórtas na hAimsire a bhí ar bun ag TG4. Roghnaíodh cúigear ón tír ar fad. Bhí orainn fís beag de dhaltaí ag cur an Aimsir i láthair a sheoladh go TG4. Molaim gach dalta a sheol fís ar aghaidh sa chomórtas agus ár mbuíochas ó chroí le Múinteoir Fíní agus le Múinteoir Lorcán a eagraigh na físeáin agus le gach múinteoir scoile a ullmhaigh na páistí don cur i láthair ach go háirithe le Múinteoir Máire a chabhraigh le Kate agus a chaith an lá ina teannta i mBaile na hAbhann. Bhí Kieran agus Annette ana bhródúil go deo as Kate agus bhí lá iontach acu go léir i mBaile na hAbhann. Maith thú Kate bhí tú ar fheabhas. KATE RUISÉAL – PRESENTING THE WEATHER ON TG4 We were all bubbling with excitement here last week when Kate Ruiséal won this prestigious competition which had been organised by TG4. Five pupils country wide were chosen. The competition involved sending a clip of each pupil presenting the weather to TG4. Well done to all the pupils from Scoil Gharbháin who recorded their clips for the competition. Also a big thank you to Múinteoir Lorcán and to Múinteoir Fíní who organised the recording on the day. Well done to all the staff who prepared the children and rehearsed with them and especially to Múinteoir Máire – Kate’s múinteoir who prepared Kate for the occasion and who spent the day with her in the recording studios i mBaile na hAbhann. Kieran and Annette, Kate’s parents were very proud of her and they also spent a memorable day with Kate i mBaile na hAbhann. Well done Kate you were fabulous.

LÁ NA LEABHAR AR FUD AN DOMHAIN Ón t-Asarlaí Ó OZ go dtí An Trí Mhuicín agus é féin go Cochailín Dearg, bhí gach carachtar le feiscint i gclós na scoile ar an lá. Bhí an caighdeán an ard go deo. Bhí sé fíor dheacair cinneadh a dhéanamh maidir le duaiseanna agus tugadh ana chuid duaiseanna ar an lá. Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le na páistí go léir a ghlac páirt ach níos tábhachtaí fós libhse ár dtuismitheoirí a ullmhaigh agus a chabhraigh leis na páistí bheith réidh don ócáid. WORLD BOOK DAY From all the characters in the Wizard of OZ to The Three Little Pigs and from the John Mullane to Little Red Riding Hood we had every character imaginable in the school playground on the day. The standard was extremely high. Judging proved to be an extremely difficult task and many prizes were given on the day. A big thank you to all the pupils who participated and more importantly to you our parents who helped the children to dress as their chosen characters. TRÁTH NA gCEIST BOIRD TRÉ GHAEILGE Ba mhaith linn ár mbuíochas ó chroí a ghabhailt leis na scoileanna áitiúla a thug

tacaíocht dúinn an imeacht seo a chur ar bun I Halla Shéamuis ar son Seachtain na Gaeilge. Thug sé misneach agus árdú meanma dúinn an slua a fheiscint a bhí i láthair ar an dhá oíche. D’eirigh thar barr linn. Tá ard mholadh tuillte ag na páistí bhíodar ar fheabhas agus bhaineamar an thaitneamh astu. Bhí an iomaíocht do chreidthe eatarthu. Tá ard mholadh tuillte ag an bhfoireann scoile agus ag rang3,rang 4,rang 5 agus ag rang 6 as duthracht a gcuid oibre an imeacht seo a eagrú. COMHGHÁIRDEACH AS LEIS NA BUAITEOIRÍ We would like to thank all our local schools and their parents who supported us with this event which was held in Halla Shéamuis. We were overjoyed to see the attendance on both nights. Thanks to you it was a resounding success. Praise is well deserved by all the pupils from the Local Schools who attended this Quiz. The standard was very high and the children were very competitive. Míle buíochas to all the staff here in Scoil Gharbháin and to rang 3, rang 4, rang 5 and rang 6 for all their efforts in organising the event. Congratulations to all our prize winners.

Páistí ó Scoil Gharbháin ag baint ana thaitneamh as Lá na Leabhar.

SCHOOLS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Comóradh 1916 mar chroílár Sheachtain na Gaeilge i Meánscoil san Nioclás

Mícheál Ó Duibhir (Bliain 1), Séamus Ó Cadhain (Príomhoide), Áine Ui Icí (Príomhoide Tánaisteach), Jessica Daltún, (Bliain 5), Róisín Ní Churraoidhín, (Bliain 6) Caitríona Mhic Uaid (Múinteoir Staire), Seán Ó Gríofa (Bliain 4:Cuairteoir Idirbhliana), Liam Suipéil (Cathaoirleach an Bhoird Bhainistíochta), Briannagh Nic Craith (Bliain 2) agus Sarah Jundi (Bliain 3) agus an Bhratach Náisiúnta ardaithe acu. ÉIRÍ AMACH NA CÁSCA 1916 Á CHOMÓRADH LE LINN SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE Is ar éigean go raibh an coileach tar éis an lá a fhógairt Dé Luain 14 Márta, nuair a bhailigh idir fhoireann agus dhaltaí ag an Meánscoil chun tabhairt faoi thuras Staire, Cultúir agus Oidhreachta go Baile Átha Cliath. Ba é plean an lae ná cuairt a thabhairt ar mhórláithreáin Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916 chun cur lenár dtuiscint ar stair na hÉireann in 1916. Tháinig an bus ó Bhaile Átha Cliath fánár ndéin agus thosaigh an turas ag Gairdín an Chuimhneacháin, Cearnóg Pharnell i gcroílár na cathrach. I measc na láithreán ar fad sheas Ardoifig an Phoist, Ostán Wynnes inar bunaíodh Cumann na mBan, Coláiste na Tríonóide, Muillte Uí Bheoláin, iarláithreán Mhonarcha Bhrioscaí Jacobs, Faiche Stiabhna, Óstán an Shelbourne agus Priosún Chill Mhaighneáin amach agus bhí treoraí den chéád scoth linn a mhúscail suim gach aon duine againn leis an eolas ar fad a roinn sé linn. Leanamar orainn thar reilg Ghlas Naíon amach go dtí Páirc an Chrócaigh ansin, chun foghlaim faoi oidhreacht agus stair ár gcluichí dúchais agus tábhacht agus ról CLG i ngluaiseacht na teanga agus na hathbheochana.

TURAS AR SKYLINE ETHIAD, AN STAID & IARSMALANN PHÁIRC AN CHRÓCAIGH Tar éis lón blasta a ithe leanamar na treoraithe inár ngrúpaí éagsúla timpeall Pháirc an Chrócaigh. Caithfear a rá go raibh na treoraithe céanna ar fheabhas ar fad agus anGhaoluinn acu. Ar an mbeann is airde d’ardán Ethiad agus radharc dochreidte againn ar spuaiceanna na hardchathrach taispeánadh dúinn an áit a mbíodh Túr Bhaile Munna a ainmníodh i ndiaidh na 7 laochra a shínigh forógra na hÉireann. Bhí ceangal láidir idir an Mheánscoil agus Baile Munna riamh ón uair a bhí an tAthair de Hinderberg, a bhfuil ómós i gcónaí ag muintir na nDéise is na Meánscoile dó, mar dhuine de bhunaitheoirí na Gaelscoile, Scoil an tSeachtar Laoch na blianta fada ó shin. Ba iontach príomhláithreáin 1916 a fheiscint arís ach sinn ag féachaint anuas agus mórthimpeall orainn ó bharr na spéire i bPáirc an Chrócaigh. Lean an turas timpeall ar an bpáirc imeartha, na seomraí feistis ina mbíonn foireann Phort Láirge, seomra suite na n-imreoirí agus ansin timpeall na hiarsmalainne. Insíodh dúinn faoi Dhomhnach na Fola i bPáirc an Chrócaigh agus chuaigh na fírící ar fad i gcion go mór ar na daltaí. Scail an ghrian anuas orainn ar feadh an lae agus d’fháiltío-

mar roimh an leoithne gaoithe a chuir luisne in aghaidh gach duine againn. Ní raibh áit a ndeachamar ar feadh an lae nach raibh deaiompar dhaltaí Mheánscoil san Nioclás á mholadh. In ainneoinn a mochéirí bhí gach aoinne fós lán de bheocht ag filleadh abhaile dóibh agus iad lán de mhórtas cine agus bród as an nGaoluinn agus as ár n-oidhreacht dhúchasach Ghaelach. Is cinnte gur spreag fís laochra 1916 na daltaí chun tacú lena dteanga is lena noidhreacht náisiúnta féin. Treise leo! URRAÍOCHT Ár mórbhuíochas leis an Oifigeach Forbartha Gaeilge, Comhairle Cathrach is Contae Phort Láirge agus le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise as an tacaíocht airgid a thug siad don turas seo. LÁ DEN SCOTH I gCOLÁISTE NA RINNE…. In ainneoin an lá go maidin a bhí againn Dé Luain ní raibh stop le sodar na ndaltaí is na foirne maidin Dé Máirt agus sinn bailithe le chéile ó thús an lae i gColáiste na Rinne. Pé beannacht a chuir déithe na haimsire ár slí, leanadh le soineann an lá roimhe sin agus ba gheall le lá Samhraidh é an lá ar fad sa Choláiste. Thosaigh an mhaidin amach le cleachtadh céilí chun ullmhú do Chéilí mór na hiarnóna. Leanadh ar aghaidh ansin le

cluichí spraoi agus cluichí foirne agus is cosúil gur éirigh leis na cailíní an lámh in uachtar a fháil ar na buachaillí! I ndiaidh sosa inar itheadh na flapóga ba bhlasta dár itheadh riamh, bhí Tráth na gCeisteanna againn agus is ag foireann na Meánscoile a bhí an lá i mbliana, más fíor bréag! Tar éis an lóin fhíorbhlasta le milseog seacláide den chéad scoth a cuireadh romhainn, ghlac na daltaí sos beag agus iad ag sú ghrian an earraigh isteach fad is a mhair sí. Ansin thosnaigh an scléip arís le Céilí Mór bríomhar, le briseadh beag anseo is ansiúd chun spotduaiseanna a bhronnadh ar dhaltaí a bhí sásta véarsaí d’amhráintí éagsúla a chanadh, dán a aithris nó rince a dhéanamh. Bhí géariomaíocht ann ach le Máirtín Ó Briain ón gColáiste ag an stiúir níor bhaol dúinn. Bhí díomá ar chách nuair a bhí orainn fágaint ach beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach le cúnamh Dé. Ár míle buíochas le foireann uile an Choláiste as an bhfíorchaoin fáilte a d’fhear siad romhainn agus go háirithe le Liam Suipéil, Mícheál Ó Drisleáin, Tomás Rua Ó Cadhla agus Máirtín Ó Briain a choimeád cúrsaí sa tsiúl dúinn ó thús go deireadh na hócáide. Níl a sárú ann! FÉILE NA FÍSE 2016 Buaiteoirí ag an Meánscoil i gComórtas Liteartha 1916, (faoi choimirce ‘Meitheal Oibre Comóradh 1916’)…….

49 Cuireadh an-tús go deo leis an gCéadaoin 16 Márta nuair a d’fhógair Eibhlís Ní Dhonncha go raibh duaiseannna i Roinn A de Chomórtas Liteartha 1916, (faoi choimirce ‘Meitheal Oibre Comóradh 1916’) buaite ag beirt scoláirí ón Meánscoil. Tar éis na Cásca beidh an chéad duais de €200 á bronnadh ar Chárthach Ó Faoláin, Bliain 6 as aiste a scríobh sé dar teideal ‘An bhfuil dearúd déanta ar fhís laochra 1916? ’ agus beidh an dara duais á bronnadh ar Bronwyn Ní Ruairc ón gCéad Bhliain as dán a scríobh sí ar théama 1916. Ba iad Carmel Nic Eoin (Ceannaire Foirne le PDST) agus Bríd Ní Mhóráin, (file agus buaiteoir in Oireachtas 1988, 1989 agus 1992) moltóirí an Chomórtais. Tugadh aitheantas chomh maith do Chian Mac an Óige agus do Lúcás Mac Uada, daltaí na Chéad bhliana as a sáriarrachtaí. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí libh ar fad agus ár mórbhuíochas le hIníon Ní Dhonncha as a cabhair ar fad leis na hiontrálacha agus le Fianait Ní Bhriain ón gcoiste áitiúil as a comhoibriú ar fad. Ba mhór againn é! MISE ÉIRE….. Ina dhiaidh sin taispeánadh mír den scannán Mise Éire faoi Éirí Amach 1916 do mhuintir na scoile. Is sin críochnaithe cuireadh tús le searmanais an lae nuair a chanamar go léir amhrán na Meánscoile Amhrán Dóchais. Ansin le ceol agus físean Mise Éire 1916 le Seán Ó Riada mar chúlbhrat againn, d’aithris daltaí Bhliain 6 an dán Mise Éire le Pádraig Mac Piarais, dá raibh i láthair. Díreach ina dhiaidh sin léigh daltaí Bhliain 6 leagan Gaoluinne d’Fhorógra na hÉireann agus leanadh ansin leis an scoil ar fad ag canadh amhráin eile ó pheann an Phiarsaigh Óró Sé do Bheatha, le cabhair ó fhíseán ar an scáileán de na Casaidigh á chanadh le ceolfhoireann agus cór ollmhór. Stadfaí sa sneachta chun éisteacht leis an amhránaíocht ó dhaltaí na Meánscoile agus iad ag canadh óna gcroíthe amach. ARDÚ NA BRATAÍ NÁISIÚNTA….. Thug múinteoir Staire na scoile Bean Mhic Uaid cur síos ansin, ar bhrí na brataí náisiúnta agus leis sin lean na daltaí ceannairí na scoile amach, grúpa ar ghrúpa go dtí an t-ionad tionóil chun Bratach náisiúnta na hÉireann a ardú. Chuir Cathaoirleach an Bhoird Bhainistíochta, Liam Suipéil, tús leis an ardú agus ansin le cabhair ó ionadaí ó gach rang, (a roghnaíodh ar bhonn crannchuir), ardaíodh an bhratach píosa ar phíosa go hómósach. Ansin sheas an Príomhoide Tánaisteach Áine Bean Uí Icí agus Caitríona Bean Mhic Uaid chun cinn agus d’ardaigh siad an bhratach go dtí go raibh barr an chuaille nach mór bainte amach aici. Ba é Príomhoide na Meánscoile Séamus Ó Cadhain a thiomáin an bhratach go ceann scríbe agus ba gheal le cách í a fheiscint ar foluain go mórtasach ag geata na Meánscoile. Ansin le ceol Airm na hÉireann á sheinnt sa chúlra, sheas a raibh i láthair go hómósach i láthair na brataí agus chanamar Amhrán na bhFiann le fuinneamh agus le hurraim. Ba ardú meanman do chách

é ómós na ndaltaí do Bhratach na hÉireann is d’Amhrán na bhFiann. AOICHEOLTÓIRÍ AR CUAIRT ORAINN…… Isteach sa scoil le cách ansin agus fearadh fíorchaoin fáilte roimh aoicheoltóirí a bhí tagtha inár measc chun ceol den scoth a roinnt linn, ba iadsan beirt iarscoláirí Ciarán Ó Gealbháin agus Fionn Mac Giolla Chuda agus an bodhránaí iomráiteach Donnchadh Gough ina dteannta. Idir a gcuidne ceoil agus amhráintí, chuir siad gliondar ar chroí gach aoinne a bhí ann agus leag siad an-bhéim ar a thábhachtaí agus atá sé an ceol agus an oidhreacht a chur ar aghaidh ó ghlúin go glúin. Nárbh fhada go mbeidh siad inár measc arís. SEISIÚN CEOIL & AMHRÁNAÍOCHTA UILE-SCOILE & BRONNADH AR AN BPRÍOMHOIDE Lean scoláirí na scoile ar aghaidh ansin le seisiún ceoil, amhránaíochta agus rince agus ní baol don oidhreacht agus iadsan inár measc. Sular chuir an Príomhoide clabhsúr le Féile na Físe, bhronn ionadaí ón Séú Bliain, Séamus Mac Bloscaidh, Forógra na hÉireann ar Shéamus Ó Cadhain mar chuimhneachán ar Sheachtain na Gaeilge agus ar Fhéile na Físe 2016 thar cheann dhaltaí Bhliain 6, 2016. Ba iontach an chríoch í sin le Seachtain na Gaeilge agus le Comóradh ar Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916 agus is cinnte go mairfidh an céiliúradh sin in aigne agus i gcroíthe phobal uile na Meánscoile go ceann i bhfad. Ár mbuíochas ó chroí le foireann uile na Meánscoile agus leis na daltaí ar fad as cur go mór le himeachtaí Sheachtain na Gaeilge 2016. TITHE 1916 NA CHÉADBHLIANA LE TAISPEÁINT AR REFLECTING THE RISING AR RTÉ…… Nior leor an obair den chéad scoth a bhí ar siúl ag na daltaí i gcomhair Junk Koutures agus i gcomhair Chomórtas Chaisleán an Liosa Mhóir ach níor dhein an múinteoir Ealaíne faillí ar Chomóradh na Cásca 1916 ach an oiread, ná baol air. Mar chuid de chomóradh 1916 i nDún Garbhán tá ealaíontóirí Mheánscoil San Nioclás ag taispeáint a gcuid tíleanna ceirmeacha ealaíonta san Ionad Ealaíne, Seantigh an Mhargaidh, i nDún Garbhán. Is tíleanna iadsan a chruthaigh siad agus iad ag obair ar thionscnamh leis an ealaíontóir ceirmeach Laura McNamara, a dhein ceardlanna le daltaí na hIdirbhliana. Fuair an tionscnamh sin maoiniú agus tacaíocht ó Oifig na nEalaíon Phort Láirge. Ó shin i leith tá saothar ealaíne dhaltaí na Chéad Bhliana roghnaithe le bheith mar chuid den chlár Reflecting the Rising ar RTÉ. Chuige sin chruthaigh daltaí na Chéadbhliana samhaileacha de thithe bheirt ghnáthshibhialach a maraíodh le linn Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916; ba iadsan, John Dunphy agus William Watson. John Dunphy Ba dhíoltóir rothar é John Dunphy a raibh cónaí air in Uimhir 15, Sráid Aoibhinn (Pleasant’s Street) Baile Átha Cliath. Fuair sé bás ar an 6 Bealtaine 1916.

Tigh Dunphy Chruthaigh na daltaí múnla dá thigh as adhmad, lasáin agus gaineamh. Thóg siad siopa beag rothar ar thaobh an tí agus chuir siad bréagáin de rothair bheaga isteach ann, chun post Dunphy a léiriú. William Watson Saolaíodh é i gContae na Banríona, is é sin Contae Laoise na linne seo. Bhí sé pósta le bean ó Bhaile Átha Cliath agus bhí beirt mhac acu. Sa bhliain 1916 bhí an teaghlach ina gcónaí ar Rae Swift, (díreach laistiar d’oifig an Irish Catholic). Ba thionóntáin iad tromlach na dtithe. Ba phéintéir agus feighlí páirtaimseartha d’oifig an Irish Catholic é William Watson. Bhí sé tar éis dul in airde ar an díon in oifig an Irish Catholic agus é ag teacht anuas an staighre go dtí an t-íoslach, nuair a lámhaigh naoscaire é trí chúlfhuinneog é. Tholl urchar tríd a chroí amach agus maraíodh ar an toirt é. Bhí nach mór trí scór bliain slánaithe aige faoin tráth sin. Tógadh a chorp go dtí Otharlann Shráid Jervis, dhá shráid ó láthair a bháis.. Aistríodh a chorp go dtí Reilig Ghlas Naíon (gach seans gur deineadh sin faoi choim na hoíche). Adhlacadh faoi dheithneas ansin é ar an 2 Bealtaine. Is in uaigh shingil, gan ainm, ar choimín i gcuid Naomh Póil den reilig (ar thaobh eile de Bhóthar Fhionnghlaise) atá sé curtha. Duine amháin i measc 68 daoine eile a cuireadh i Reilig Ghlas Naíon an lá sin, ab ea William Watson. Is cosúil nach raibh muintir na marbh i láthair ag na hadhlacthaí. I gcás William Watson chláraigh a bhean chéile a bhás, ní ba dhéanaí i Mí na Bealtaine. Tigh Watson Taispeánann samhail tí William Watson mar a chaith sé a shaol ina fheighlí agus ina phéintéir. Bhain na daltaí úsáid as adhmad, bláthanna bréige, nuachtáin agus péint chun an tigh a chruthú. D'úsáid siad nuachtán chun an áit a raibh cónaí air a chur in iúl agus bhain siad úsáid as péint agus bláthanna chun a chuid dualgas mar fheighlí a léiriú. TIONSCNAMH EALAÍNE 1916 SHRÁID SACKVILLE Tá an tionscnamh seo ar siúl mar chuid de Thionscnamh Ealaíne 1916 Shráid Sackville, Baile Átha Cliath. Is í sprioc an tionscnaimh ná an pobal a chur ag machnamh agus ag cuimhneamh ar na gnáthdhaoine a fuair bás le linn Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916, tríd an ealaín. Is í aidhm an Tionscnaimh ná taispeántas de 262 tigh 3 thoiseach d’aon saghas a léiríú chun comóradh agus céiliúradh a dhéanamh ar na gnáthshibhialaigh a maraíodh le linn an Éirí Amach. Beidh sé le feiscint mar chuid de chlár RTÉ ‘Reflecting the Rising’ agus beidh sé ar taispeántas ar Shráid Uí Chonaill i mBaile Átha Cliath le linn na Cásca agus i nGarraithe Náisiúnta na Lusanna, i mBaile Átha Cliath, arís ina dhiaidh sin. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí le daltaí na Chéadbhliana agus leis an múinteoir Ealaíne Maria Ní Dhonnabháin as an sárobair atá déanta acu, a ghnóthaigh áit don Mheánscoil sa taispeántas náisiúnta iontach seo. Táimid fíorbhródúil asaibh ar fad.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Proclamation Day PROCLAMATION Day, Tuesday, March 14th was appropriately bright and sunny as the staff and students of St. Augustine’s College gathered to pay tribute to the heroes of the Easter Rising of 1916 in word and in song. One could sense a feeling of pride and honour as the Tricolour was raised on the college grounds. The images below tell the story of events. A special word of thanks to following who contributed to the success of this historic event: Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní

Neachtain, Deputy Principal Mr Jim Power, Events Co-Co-ordinator Mr. Donal Williams, Mr. Liam Tobin Groundsman, Ms. Kelley Gardiner, Music Department agus An tUas. Pádraig Mac Craith who took the amazing group photograph. Well done also to the Student Council, in particular Christopher O’Sullivan who prepared and delivered “The Friary, Proclamation 2016”. In all our Proclamation Day was a very touching commeration to those who gave their lives for Irish independence.

Teachers, Ms. Lane and Ms. Gleeson, Principal Paul Sheehan and members of the CBS Drama Group.

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

1916 Celebrations

Flag bearers Stephen Hennebry and Caoimhe Earley.

Luke O’Brien, Phoebe Dipple, Padraic di Fusco and Holly Dwyer lead in the singing of Amhrán na bhFiann.

George Coleman Wangari reads the 1916 Proclamation.

Christopher O’Sullivan gives voice to St. Augustine’s College Proclamation.

Forógra na Poblachta á léamh ag Caoimhe de Búrca.

ON Wednesday, 16th March, Dungarvan CBS commemorated the 1916 Rising. Students from the Drama Club performed a re-enactment of the execution of the rebels by the British Soldiers. The Proclamation was also read by Frank Heffernan, Transition Year student. Following on from this the Irish Flag was raised and the National Anthem was sung by all of the students. The Celebration ended with a Proclamation written by Transition Year student Liam Buck which outlined the hopes and dreams for the future of Ireland. LISMORE ARTS 2016 The date was the 14th March and the destination was Lismore Castle for a bus of thirty Transition Year students from CBS Dungarvan. It was evening time when the gallery in Lismore Castle, which featured all entries submitted by TY students, was opened for Artifice 2016 and when we arrived. Most students from six different schools in Waterford (including Ard Scoil na nDeise, Blackwater Community School & Meanscoil San Nioclas) had made a piece of art to be displayed in this gallery and a great evening was had up at Lismore, with everyone in formal outfits. Eamonn from Lismore Arts, who was MC for the night, gave an introductory speech before thanking a few people

and inviting Michael Quinn to speak. Michael Quinn was a representative from The Three Sisters (Waterford, Wexford & Kilkenny) bid to become the European Capital of Culture in 2020 and he spoke about the importance of events like these and how young people should get involved because it will be big for their future. The winners of the two different prizes were then announced, with a girl from Ard Scoil and a girl from Meanscoil picking up the accolades. Overall though, it wasn’t about winning, it was more about being proud to stand beside a piece of art that you had created while also being able to discuss yours and be open to look at others’ creations. A brilliant night was had at this tremendous facility in Lismore Castle and I think all parents were very happy (and possibly shocked!) with their children’s artwork. By: Frank Heffernan & Gearoid Truman TY MIND, BODY & SOUL AWARENESS DAY On Friday, 26th February, there was a Mind, Body & Soul Awareness Day held in the school. It was hosted in the games room. The games room was (during the week leading up to the event) transformed into a suitable event centre, with a mystical forest being the main theme. The transformation of the

Liam Buck reading the newly adapted Proclamation.

Raising of the flag room involved the use of; rolls of fake grass, lanterns, a fairy light backdrop on one of the walls and other various lights to create a relaxed environment. The aim was to instigate a peaceful-nature mood and this was attempted through the use of all these various props. Other main features were a white tree that was assembled in a way that each student could add their own message to the tree. This tree was really a focal point in the room and it acted as a symbol for the future, while it is now displayed in an area where everyone passes every day. Also, at the start of the day, there was a re-enactment of the building of a house from the Cycle Against Suicide Congress. The front of this house was assembled using a wall of cardboard boxes (each box had a section of ‘house’). The idea behind this house promoted the culture of ‘Together We Can,’ i.e. people working in unison can help

solve a situation easier. The speakers on the day; The Waterford High Hopes Choir - being represented by Mousie, Brian & co., Mags Durand - who spoke about her traumatic experiences about family loss, Gearoid Kirwan (from 2nd year) who delivered a speech about having a happy soul and Dr. Phil Brennan, who shared experiences he had of friends, who had gone through extremely emotional times. While other members of The High Hopes Choir also delivered speeches about their own personal experiences about depression, there was an interactive sing-along between the Choir and the students, which was designed to bond everyone together through the use of music. To finish up, the day was thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part and it really was a heart-warming and sobering experience. By: Frank Heffernan, Transition Year student.

Transition Year student James Kiely with his artwork.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

CAPPOQUIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin celebrates Proclamation Day IT had been talked about for weeks, months even and finally Tuesday, 15th March 2016, dawned sunny, dry and bright. It was Proclamation Day, a day that was marked in Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin and nationwide in the 3,000 plus primary schools and in secondary schools throughout the land, a day that will be recorded in future history books. At Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin, the pupils assembled in the school hall at 10.20 a.m. followed by invited guests. These included parents, grandparents, former teachers and

principals, members of the Board of Management and members of the clergy. Proceedings began with a medley of popular Irish tunes from the recently formed Céilí Band of Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin. Each class group then went on stage and entertained the audience with a variety of song and story.The pupils of 4th and 5th Class performed a re-enactment of the events leading up to the Easter Rising of 1916. The students of 6th Class read from their Proclamation of 2016, which showcased their vision of, and aspirations for,

Ireland in the future. Later, a framed copy of their Proclamation was hung in the main entrance of the school. After the concert, the assembled students and guests made their way outside to the front entrance of the school where the National Flag was presented to Fr. Arthure, P.E. The flag was presented by two pupils, the youngest and the oldest pupils in the school namely, April Curtin and Tom Coffey. Fr. Arthure raised the flag and everyone sang the National Anthem with gusto. Light refreshments were served in the hall.This provided an opportunity to look through the roll books of 1916 from the local schools. The content of these rollbooks generated a lot of interest. Proclamation Day was planned for and talked about during the months leading up to 15th March, 2016. Proclamation Day is now firmly etched into the longterm memory of all those who were present and those who took part in the proceedings at Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin.

Proclamation Day in Cappoquin Primary School

Ella Harrington, Robyn Daly and Aoibhe Power, First Year, reading the Proclamation.

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Niamh Lenane, 5th Year wins First Prize in Lismore Art Exhibition ON Monday, March 14th the official opening of the annual Artifice Exhibition took place in the Art Gallery at Lismore Castle. This was an exhibition of the best of paintings and sculpture from Transition Year and Fifth Year students in the region. From the hundreds of pieces of work on display Niamh Lenane’s painting, entitled “Under the Sea”, won first prize. It is a beautiful watercolour which will go on to be part of Co. Waterford’s permanent collection, a collection containing the work of many prestigious artists. Congratulations to Niamh and all the Transition Year and Fifth Year students who took part in the exhibition which is well worth a visit. READING OF PROCLAMATION On Tuesday, March 15th, a beautiful sunny day, we all went to the Ard Scoil na nDéise Millenium Garden for the raising of the Irish flag and the reading of the Proclamation. Amhrán na bhFiann was played on the uilleann pipes by Shannon Kearney, Sixth Year, accompanied by Alana Coyne on guitar. An ancestor of Shannon’s, Peadar Kearney, wrote the original English lyrics of the anthem, so it was very fitting that Shannon should open this historical event for us. Rebecca Hanna, Second Year, spoke to us about the history of the Irish flag. The flag was then raised by Shania Lonergan and Laura Cosgrave, First Year, and the Proclamation was read by Ella Harrington, Robyn Daly and Aoibhe

Power. Jenny Power recited a poem by Michael D. Higgins, our President, and finally we all sang Amhrán na bhFiann. ARD SCOIL’S GOT TALENT! On last Wednesday we held a talent competition in aid of the Lourdes Fund, organised by Mr Collins and the Fifth Year Lourdes committee, with technical support from our caretaker Ed Moore and help from many teachers. We had an array of brilliant entries including singers, musicians, dancers and comedy acts. The judges had a very difficult task trying to decide on winners, and eventually a prize was awarded in each year group, with one overall winner. So the First Year Pop Star Comedy Act, the Second Year Cup Song,

Third Year Jeanne Harrington (singing with her own guitar accompaniment), Fifth Year Sinéad O’Donnell (singing with her own guitar accompaniment) and Sixth Year Caitríona O’Brien (pianist) were selected for prizes. The overall winner was Jeanne Harrington, who sang and played beautifully to the large audience in the Junior Hall. There was also a special mention for Ms Flavin who not only danced a proper set with students from several year groups but also organised a very colourful and entertaining group of line dancing teachers! The talent show was a most entertaining event in aid of a worthwhile cause, and it was fantastic to see so many students having the

confidence to get up on stage and perform in front of hundreds of people. Well done to all!

Laura Duggan, Leaving Cert class of 2015, photographed recently at Carlow Institute of Technology on the occasion of the presentation of her Academic Award for outstanding Leaving Certificate results.

Shannon Kearney who played the National Anthem on the uilleann pipes at the Proclamation Ceremony, accompanied by Alana Coyne on guitar.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

COLAISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

1916 Celebrations in Coláiste Chathail Naofa THE 1916 celebration was held during a special assembly last week. Many students took part in this celebration. The flag was on display in the oval area which was decorated in green, white and gold for the occasion. Some very impressive posters made by the students in history classes were also displayed. Mr Cunningham led the proceedings by explaining the importance of the event and why the event was taking place. Mr Austin Flynn

Chairperson of the Board of Management addressed the students on the importance of having respect for the flag and its historical significance. The first year students had been practising Amhrain na bhFiann and were joined by the whole school in singing it. A number of students from First, Second and Fifth year read The Proclamation. Music was provided by Martin Mannion and his son Joseph which added to

As part of the JCSP Maidin Ghaeilge students were presented with Uibheacha Cásca as prizes.

the occasion. The assembly ended by the raising of the flag by Kieran Ahearne, Andrew Murphy and Natalia Chruslak, the three students who went to Croke Park on behalf of the school to collect the flag. SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE Bhí seachtain iontach againn i gColáiste Chathail Naofa le déanaí do Sheachtain na Gaeilge. Bhí Maidin Ghaeilge againn ar an gCéadaoin, ranganna bodhrán ar an Mháirt chomh maith le turas surfála go dtí an Trá Mhór. Bhí seachtain bhreá bhríomhar againn as scoil. Ghlac gach dalta sa scoil páirt ó bhliain 1, 2, 3, 5 LCVP, 6 LCVP chomh maith le Bliain 5 LCA páirt sa Mhaidin Ghaeilge. We celebrated Seachtain na Gaeilge in style recently in the school. We organised a variety of events for all of the students which included a JCSP Maidin Ghaeilge, an Easter Egg treasure hunt,

bodhrán classes as well as a JCSP surfing trip as Gaeilge to Tramore. The Maidin Ghaeilge was a JCSP initiative which was implemented to promote the Irish language and culture in the school. Each year group visited the oval area for one class period.They all had a cupán tae agus brioscaí as they participated in a team quiz as well as a word search competition which were all conducted as Gaeilge. The 2nd Year JCSP students took charge of the event as they composed and then corrected the answers for the tráth na gceist. The students were presented with Uibheacha Cásca as their prizes. A great day as Gaeilge was had by all in the school. The 1st Year students also participated in an Easter Egg treasure hunt as Gaeilge. The 1st, 2nd and 5th Year ranganna Gaeilge enjoyed a musical session in which they practised their

bodhrán skills with Mattie Fahy. The 5th Year LCVP students watched a short film as Gaeilge while enjoying another cupán tae! In addition, we held a Commemoration Ceremony to mark the centenary of the 1916 Easter Rising. Students in 1st, 2nd and 5th Year read out The Proclamation.Then the 1st Year students sang Amhrán na bhFiann with all of the students and staff joining in as well. Then we went outside to raise the Irish flag. A big 'go raibh maith agat' to Caoimhe Claffey, Gráinne McCarthy, Marcus Fallon, Ben Kinghorn, Jack Power, Kayleigh Nugent and Kayleigh Beecher in 2nd Year for all of their wonderful help during Seachtain na Gaeilge! Well done to Anna Regan, Calvin Fraher, Kristjan Delaney, Caoimhe Claffey, Gráinne McCarthy, Ben Kinghorn, Kayleigh Nugent, Kirsten Young,

Kieran Ahearne and Andrew Murphy raising the flag. Maeve Cuddihy and Brandon McCarthy for reading the Proclamation. Molaim sibh! Míle buíochas to the múinteoirí Gaeilge

Ms Ryan, Ms O'Mahony, Ms Cunningham, Ms Doocey as well as Ms Coughlan, Mr Ryan and and Mattie Fahy.

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

1916 Cenetenary Celebrations WE have a proud tradition here in St. Declan’s of educating our students about the environment. The Green School Committee has worked tirelessly over many years to foster a sense of responsibility in our students to look after our fragile earth. Down the years we have used the mantra, “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”. St Declan’s has successfully undertaken projects through An Taisce and have been awarded 7 Green Flags. We know the dangers of climate change and thus each one of us has a responsibility to do what we can reduce, reuse and recycle. Pope Francis in his encyclical “Laudato Si” has stated, “Education in environmental responsibility can encourage ways of acting which directly and significantly affect the world around us, such as avoiding the use of plastic and paper, reducing water consumption, separating refuse, cooking only what can be consumed, showing care of other living beings, using public transport or carpooling, planting trees, turning

off unnecessary lights, or any number of other practices”.We can thus see how each of us can act in a very concrete way to protect the mother earth. Our vision therefore in St Declan's is that each student will be encouraged to take environmental responsibility to heart and act on it. We wish that the next generation will inherit a “clean” Ireland. We have decided, in line with this vision, to celebrate in 1916 centenary by planting a grove of trees, a gift to the future generations of St. Declan’s students for the next hundred years. Each student in the school has contributed one euro to go towards the purchase of a tree. We have planted a tree for every class group in the school and also planted a tree on behalf of the staff. We have planted birch, beech, mountain ash, and oak trees. We will have a ceremony on the 15th March, in line with the national centenary celebrations, to officially open the Centenary Grove and also to raise the national flag.

Caoimhe Hassett and Danny Murphy planting a tree on behalf of their class, (2 Ross) as part of the school's "Grove of Trees" to celebrate the 1916 Centenary. Also included in the photo is Mr. Power (Principal).

ATHLETICS We had a busy couple of months with the Cross Country Season and Indoor games in Nenagh. After successful Waterford Schools and East Munster Schools Cross Country events, 14 athletes competed in the Munster Schools Cross Country. Barry Keane qualified in the Senior Boys race for the Irish Schools Championships, with others like Jamie McCarthy, Luke Brennan, Kate Foley and Shíona Dunphy just missing out. On March 5th, Barry Keane competed in the Irish Schools Championships and considering he is only a few weeks back from injury, he ran very well to finish 28th, 8th Munster athlete home. The Munster Indoor games took place on March 1st. Luke Brennan ran a super race in the 600m to win gold. Cathal Scanlon also ran very well to get Bronze in the 60 metres hurdles. Alex Foley just missed out on a medal, finishing 4th in the 1200m. Next up will be the track and field competition starting in late April. SEACHTAIN NA GAEILGE Bhí Seachtain na Gaeilge á ceiliúradh i gColaíste Phobail Deagláin Naofa ón 1ú-16ú Márta. Bhí imeachtaí éagsúla trí ghaeilge ar siúl sa choláiste. Bhí Comórtas Ealáin, Biongó as Gaeilge, Tráth na gCeist agus Céilí ar siúl i rith na seachtaine. Bhain cách taitneamh as na h-imeachtaí. Míle buíochas do na múinteoirí gaeilge agus na cuairteoirí a tháinig go dtí Colaíste Phobail Deagláin Naofa i rith Seachtain na Gaeilge.

Raising of the Flag at St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas to Commemorate the 1916 Rising – Oliver Coffey, Chairman Board of Management cuts the tape to officially open the Commemorative Grove. Included are Eugene Power, School Principal; Mary Dunbar, Deputy Principal and members of the Student Council, Sisling Larkin, Ben O'Donnell, Aine Evans and Eilie Foster. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Raising of the Flag at St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas to Commemorate the 1916 Rising – Olive Coffey, Chairman Board of Management and Eugene Power, School Principal about to raise the National Flag. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Raising of the Flag at St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas to Commemorate the 1916 Rising - Daniel Hassett, 6th Year and Ava Spillane, 1st Year reading out the 1916 Proclamation at the event. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

1916 Commemorations THE girls from 2nd to 5th put on a lovely drama based on the events of the Easter Rising in 1916. The drama was depicted through the eyes of Margaret Skinneder who fought with the Irish volunteers in 1916. in our drama an injured Margaret wrote home to her parents in Scotland filling them in on the events of Easter week and the great signatories who lost their lives in a bid for Irish freedom. Mya, who played the part of Margaret portrayed the thoughts and feelings of the character with great enthusiasm and conviction. Credit goes to all of the

Martin Landers reading the Proclamation.

girls who took part as they put on a most enjoyable and interesting portrayal of a very important part of our Irish history. A big thank you also to Martin Landers who was kind enough to come and read the Proclamation prior to our school raising the flag at 12 noon. The girls in 6th class wrote a new proclamation for the Ireland of today. A great day was had by all. GRACE GIFFORD by Niamh O' Riordan My name is Grace Gifford. Today is my wedding day. At 1.30 a.m. this morning I was led into a small chapel in Kilmainham Jail, where I married my sweetheart - Joseph Mary Plunkett. Unfortunately, one hour ago, he was executed for his part in the Easter Rising. After this introduction, 3rd Class sang ‘Grace’ by Frank and Jim O’Meara to explain the story further. WELL DONE Well done to all the pupils and staff who pulled out all the stops for this momentous occasion. A great day was had by all.

The girls from 2nd to 5th put on a lovely drama based on the events of the Easter Rising in 1916.

Reinactment of the 7 signatories of 1916.

Jamie Connolly, Junior Infants and Chloe-Anne Collender, 6th Class raising the flag with Martin Landers.

3rd Class Singing Grace with Niamh O’Riordan dressed as Grace Gifford.

NEWS/OBITUARY

Just think of it! ON the first Good Friday Pontius Pilate ordered that a notice should be attached to the cross on which Jesus was dying. The notice read, ‘Jesus of Nazareth, king of the Jews’. Pilate saw it as an opportunity of mocking the people of Palestine - ‘a fine king you’ve got for yourselves’ and he also scorned Jesus’ own statement of ‘Yes, I am a king’. What a pitiful picture Jesus Christ, King, presented! Did the thought come to Jesus’ mind, as a human being I have failed? He had been rejected by the people to whom he had been sent. A few hours ago they had clamourned for his death.‘Crucify him, crucify him’.The people’s religious leaders, who were so well versed in what the prophets had foretold about the promised Messiah, God’s specially anointed one, these same leaders had plotted his death. His chosen followers, the apostles, had fled when they saw him being arrested. The only people who were with him at the end were his mother Mary, a few more women, and one apostle, John. After all his preaching, all the miracles, this was all he had to show at the end of his life. Would it be so surprising that he, a complete human being, as he looked down from the cross, would have thought, ‘in human terms I have achieved nothing, I have made no difference’. Was this one of the reasons why, in his desolation of heart, he cried out, ‘My God, why have you abandoned me?’ What price human glory, worldly success? Doesn’t all our real, lasting greatness arise from God’s eternal destiny for each one of us? Are there not even in our own country at present a lot of politicians and political activists who are discovering how unreliable human approval can be? It is very noticeable in the aftermath of an important match how little attention the losers get. In so many areas of human life coming second doesn’t bring many plaudits. To give real value to the story of any human life we need to make God part of the story. God deals in eternal things, not in the sometimes brilliant but always transient human achievements. As the pagan Roman emperor who had spent years persecuting Christians is reputed to have said as he himself faced death, ‘You have conquered, O Galilean’. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

MAISIE QUINLAN Ballincoush, Dungarvan

THOMAS (Tommy) McCARTHY Kilmore, Tallow, Co. Waterford

With deep regret we record the passing of Maisie Quinlan which sad event occurred on Monday, 14th March, 2016. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Thursday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass on Friday morning, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her daughter Ann; family, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue.

With sadness and regret we record the passing of Thomas (Tommy) McCarthy, Kilmore, Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 15th March, 2016, at University Hospital Waterford. Lying in repose at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening, Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Thursday evening Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing his life were presented to the Altar by grand-daughter Amanda (Tom’s dancing shoes); nephew Kieran (a deck of cards) and son-in-law Johnny (Tom’s hat); these were narrated by daughter Helen. Readings during the Mass were recited by daughter Helen and grandson Ronan. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Rory and Leanne. Tallow Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. A lovely melody was played on the accordion by grandson Ronan while the Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by grandsons Darragh and David. Following Communion, Helen paid tribute to her father and acknowledged the support of her family and the community during this difficult time. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Tommy was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Bevena (nee Doyle); daughters Pauline Broderick, Helen Bennett and Theresa Costigan; sons-in-law Pauline’s partner Paul, Johnny Bennett and Pat Costigan; sisters-in-law Celia Carmichael and Josie McCarthy; nephews, nieces, grandchildren, great grand-daughter Charlotte; relatives, neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PAUL GOODE Whitehall, Dublin 9, and formerly of Church Street, Dungarvan We record with great sadness the passing of Paul Goode in Dublin. Son of the late Declan and Kathleen, Paul was a native of Dungarvan and hailed from a family steeped in GAA affairs. We sympathise with Paul’s many relatives, especially his brother Billy (Church Street) and sister Phil Cliffe (Clonmel). Funeral obsequies will take place in Dublin and Paul will be laid to rest in Glasnevin Cemetery after life’s pilgrim journey. Full obituary to follow. (Funeral arrangements were by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Easter Ceremonies 2016 Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien KILGOBINET Holy Thursday - 7.30 p.m. Good Friday - 7.30 p.m. Easter Saturday - 8.00 p.m. Easter Sunday - 11.00 a.m. KILBRIEN Holy Thursday - 7.30 p.m. Good Friday - 3.00 p.m. Easter Sunday - 9.30 a.m. COLLIGAN Good Friday - 7.30 p.m. Easter Saturday - 7.30 p.m.

St. Mary’s Parish, Dungarvan Wednesday of Holy Week, March 23rd - 9.30 a.m. & 7.30 p.m. Masses Holy Thursday (Thursday of Holy Week): March 24th. Please Return Trócaire Boxes Chrism Mass in Waterford Cathedral: 11.00 a.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 7.30 p.m. Hour of Prayer: 9.00 p.m. - 10.00 p.m. Good Friday (Friday of Holy Week): March 25th Friday of the Passion of the Lord: Day of Fast & Abstinence Confessions after Ceremonies Stations of the Cross: 12.00 noon The Passion of the Lord: 3.00 p.m. Prayer around the Cross: 8.00 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land will be taken up as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. Holy Saturday: March 26th (A Day of Waiting at the Lord’s Tomb). Confessions: 11.30 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. & 2.30 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.00 p.m. Sunday, March 27th: Easter Sunday of the Ressurrection of the Lord. Masses: 10.00 a.m. and 12.00 noon. Easter Week: Easter Monday (March 28th) to Easter Saturday (April 2nd) Inclusive Daily Mass at 11.00 a.m. only The Blessed Sacrament Chapel will close on Wednesday, March 16th until Tuesday, April 12th. Feast of Divine Mercy: Sunday, 3rd April at 2.30 p.m. Divine Mercy Prayers - Celebration of Holy Mass Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Begins at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, April 4th and continues for nine Mondays.

Friary Church, Dungarvan Holy Thursday: March 24th. Please return Trócaire boxes Confessions: 4.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper: 6.15 p.m.

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Adoration after Mass: Until 10.00 p.m. Good Friday: March 25th - Day of Fast & Abstinence Confessions: 10.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m. Passion Liturgy: 4.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross: 8.00 p.m. Collection for the upkeep of the Holy Places in the Holy Land will be taken up as you leave each ceremony on Good Friday. Holy Saturday: March 26th Confessions: 10.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon & 3.30 p.m. - 5.30 p.m. The Easter Vigil in the Holy Night: 8.00 p.m. Sunday, March 27th - Easter Sunday of the Ressurrection of the Lord: Masses: 9.00 a.m. & 11.00 a.m. Easter Week: Easter Monday (28th March) to Easter Saturday (2nd April) Inclusive. Daily Mass at 10.00 a.m. only.

Parish of Abbeyside, Ballinroad and Garranbane Spy Wednesday Abbeyside: 7.00 p.m. Penitential Service Holy Thursday Abbeyside: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper; 9.30 p.m. Holy Hour Ballinroad: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper Garranbane: 7.00 p.m. Mass of the Lord’s Supper Good Friday Abbeyside: 12 noon Stations of the Cross; 3.00 p.m. Passion Liturgy; 7.00 p.m. Prayers around the Cross with music of Taize. Ballinroad: 3.00 p.m. Passion Liturgy Garranbane: 7.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross. Holy Saturday Abbeyside: 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon Confessions; 7.00 p.m. Easter Vigil. Ballinroad: 7.00 p.m. Easter Vigil Easter Sunday Masses Abbeyside: 9.30 a.m. and 12 noon Ballinroad: 10.00 a.m. Garranbane: 11.00 a.m.

St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff Upper THE Sacrament of Reconciliation for Easter, for both Parishes will be celebrated in the Parish Church in Tallow, on Wednesday 23rd March at 7.30 p.m. Easter Ceremonies in St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff. Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, 24th March at 8.00 p.m. Celebration of the Lord's Passion on Good Friday, 25th at 3.00 p.m. Stations of the Cross on Good Friday at 8.00 p.m. Holy Saturday Vigil at 8.30 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass at 11.00 a.m. The Pastoral Council wishes everyone a holy and happy Easter.

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

MARY CASEY (Retired Publican) Fernville, Lismore It is with sadness that we record the passing of Mary Casey which sad event occurred on Wednesday, 16th March, 2016. Removal took place on Thursday evening (St. Patrick’s Day) from Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore, to St. Carthage’s Church. Following Funeral Mass which was celebrated on Friday morning burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Full obituary to follow. To her loving niece Mary Hale and her husband Mike; grandnephew, grandnieces, relatives and friends we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

PATRICK (Paddy) CUSACK Ballinavouga, Leamybrien It is with deep sadness and regret we record the passing of Paddy Cusack which sad event occurred on 19th March, 2016. Removal was from his residence on Tuesday morning to St. Brigid’s Church, Kilrossanty. Mass was celebrated by Fr. Delaney, P.P., and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Mary; daughters Maria, Carmel, Claire and Emily; sons Paul and William; brother Tom; sister Eileen; sons-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MICHAEL DALY Garrynageragh East, Clonea, Dungarvan With sadness and regret we record the passing of Michael Daly which sad event occurred on Thursday, 17th March, 2016. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, on Sunday evening. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Fr. Kelly, P.P. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Ann; son Ivan; daughter Michelle; mother Ellen; brothers and sisters, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathies. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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JOSEPH (Joe) O’DWYER Garranbane Green, Ballinroad, and formerly of Wexford Street, Dublin We write with sadness and regret on the passing of Joe O’Dywer which occurred on Thursday, 3rd March, peacefully, in the loving care of staff at CareChoice Nursing Home, Abbeyside. A native of Dublin, Joe was one of ten children born to parents Michael John and Cecilia and was educated at Synge Street Christian Brothers School. A Victualler by trade, he worked with his father Michael John, and was highly respected in the Wexford Street area where the family business was frequented by a wide clientele. The early 1940s saw Joe in charge of the business.Very proud of his Dublin roots, Joe’s mother Cecilia participated in the Easter Rising of 1916 and was a member of Cumann na mBan.The family home was in the very heart of old Dublin, renowned for its many characters. When it came to sport Joe followed St. Patrick’s Athletic and was a regular at Richmond Park. Blessed with a deep faith, Joe was a member of the Legion of Mary. In the year 2000 he decided to take up residence in this part of the country and for the past four years he was a resident of CareChoice Nursing Home. In failing health for some time Joe passed away on Thursday, 3rd March. We express our deepest sympathy to his sisters Anne O’Dwyer, Margaret Salter and Angela Welton; brothers Anthony and Peter; brothers-in-law Patrick Welton and George Matcham; sisters-in-law Helene, Nuala and Mary; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Joe is predeceased by his parents Michael John and Cecilia, and four siblings Edward, Fr. Michael, Sr. Mary and Elizabeth. Elizabeth passed away recently in Carlow. May they all be reunited in their Heavenly home. Joe lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 6th March, and where in the presence of his family and friends the Rosary was recited. Removal took place on Monday morning, 7th March, to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, for Requiem Mass celebrated by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P. The Liturgy of the Word was read by Patrick (brother-in-law). Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine for Consecration were presented at the Altar by Anne (sister). Sacred hymns were played by Darragh Kiely. Afterwards Joe was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Fr. Hassett, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. In memory of Joe and his great love of his native Dublin “Molly Malone” was played at his graveside. May Joe rest in peace after his earthly journey. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MATTHEW (Mattie) PRENDERGAST Glendeish, Lismore Tuesday, March 15th, brought the sad news of the passing of Matthew (Mattie) Prendergast, peacefully in the presence of his loving family and in the excellent care of the staff of Marymount Hospice, Cork. Reposing at his residence, Rosary and prayers were recited on Tuesday and Wednesday evening. Removal took place on Thursday morning (St. Patrick’s Day) to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, for Funeral Mass, after which Mattie was laid to rest in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Full obituary to follow. To his loving wife Mary (nee Kenneally); sons Matthew and Liam; daughter Katie; brother Gerard; sister Mary (McCormack); brothersin-law, sisters-in-law, niece, nephew, extended Kenneally family, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

MICHAEL (Mikey) WHELAN Parks Road, Lismore It is with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Michael (Mikey) Whelan which sad event occurred on Thursday, 10th March, 2016, at his residence after an illness borne with dignity and courage. Reposing at his residence Family Rosary was recited on Friday night. Removal took place on Saturday evening from St. Carthage’s Mortuary to St. Carthage’s Church. Lismore. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Sunday morning after which Mikey was laid to rest in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Full obituary to follow. To his loving wife Kathleen; daughter Marion; sons Mike, John and Anthony; brothers Tommy and Harry; sisters Babs, Theresa, Dolly, Esther, Agnes and Annie; son-in-law, daughters-in-law, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

OBITUARY WILLIAM (Willie) O’HARA Coolowen, Aglish, Glencairn With feelings of sadness and regret we record the passing of William (Willie) O’Hara, Coolowen, Aglish, Glencairn, which sad and peaceful event occurred on the 29th February, 2016, in Waterford Regional Hospital, surrounded by his loving relatives. Lying in repose at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Tallow. On Tuesday evening Rosary was recited by Rosary Committee members Mary Managan and Mary Curley in the presence of his family, friends and neighbours. On Wednesday evening prayers were recited by Fr. M. Melican, I.C., before removal took place to the Church of the Immaculate Conception. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr G. McNamara, P.P. Thursday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing Willie’s life were presented to the Altar. Eileen McCarthy (niece) brought his Rosary Beads signifying his devotion to Our Lady; Noreen O’Keeffe (niece) carried his trowel, signifying his working life; Stephen O’Hara (grandnephew) brought music lyrics and a Scottish kilt, signifying his love of music and talent of entertaining; Mary Feeney (friend and neighbour) carried pet food, representing his love of cats; Lar O’Hara (nephew) brought Guinness, signifying one of the many tipples that Willie used to enjoy.These symbols were narrated by his grandniece Siobhan Flynn. Readings during the Mass were narrated by Mary Cashman (niece) and Lorraine Dillon (grandniece). Prayers of the Faithful were read out by niece Liz O’Hara, grandnieces Ciara O’Keeffe and Shannon Murry and grandnephew Mark Walsh. Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by sister-in-law Alice O’Hara and nephew Terence O’Riordan. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Bernard O’Hara (nephew) delivered a fitting Eulogy, giving everyone a little insight into Willie’s interesting and exciting life. A lone piper led the cortege from the church up to the centre of town and again received Willie into Aglish graveyard where Willie was laid to rest amongst friends and family. Willie was born on 22/06/1936 in Aglish, Glencairn, the youngest of nine children. He is survived by his sister Elizabeth O’Riordan and is predeceased by his brothers Laurence (Larry), Thomas (Tom), John, Bernard (Benny), Patrick (Paddy) and his sisters Mary and Frances. Willie worked in many places throughout his life, such as Lisfinney Castle, Lisnabryn House, Bride Valley Stores and Maddens. He was even offered a job as a presenter for Radio Eireann. His work varied from painting to general builder, he was a cook, a butler and loved to say that he worked for “Royalty”! Willie was a born entertainer and was known to draw a crowd wherever he would go. He performed in many plays and would have the audience in the palm of his hand. A talented singer, well known for the likes of “Evening in Mount Melleray”, “The Scottish Solider”, “Seven Drunken Nights,” “Donald Where’s Your Troosers” and “Six Foot Seven Inches”. Of course, being Willie he did not do things by half and presented himself decked to the nines in a Scottish kilt on many the occasion. Those that have known and will miss Willie can be rest assured that he is keeping the heavens well entertained with his stories and song. Month’s Mind Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow, on Saturday, 2nd April, at 6.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

MAUREEN POWER (nee Terry) Bawnacomeragh, Kinsalebeg, Youghal

55 JIM CROWLEY Aisling, Tallow Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford Feelings of great sadness were expressed at the passing of Jim Crowley, Aisling, Tallow Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford. Jim passed away at Marymount Hospital, Cork, following a long illness that was borne with great courage and bravery. Jim was born on 2nd June, 1935, at Ballymartin, Glencairn, Co. Waterford. He attended Primary School in Tallow, followed by Secondary School in CBS Lismore; where he later became an active member of the Past Pupils Union, which was involved in fundraising for the new Primary School in Lismore at the time. Jim was a big sporting man. In his younger years he played hurling at all levels and went on to be a member of the 1967 and 1969 Junior and Intermediate teams that won the county final. He stayed involved with the team after his playing career ended and spent a period as chairman of the club. Along with hurling, Jim also had the rare distinction of having played soccer and cricket for Lismore.When he retired from all of the above, he rekindled his interest in golf and became very involved with Lismore Golf Club, both as a player and an official. On the way into the clubhouse his name can be seen proudly displayed as one of the past captains. There was many a sporting tale told and retold at Jim’s wake and the family were very appreciative to the enormous numbers who attended from every facet of his life. He spent his working life in sales on the road, primarily in the meat business where he really enjoyed the banter and building relationships with people. He also loved the banter at the Point-to-Point races and was an active member of the Lismore Race Committee. He married Sheila Dunne on 17th July, 1962, and they went on to have a daughter Jacinta and a son Martin. He was a big family man and loved his six grandchildren who made him very proud: Becky, Ellen, Robert, Jack, Sarah and Sean. Following retirement Jim and Sheila took up motor caravanning and enjoyed wonderful times covering all of Ireland.They made great friends in the camping community and met regularly at such staples as Galway Races and Listowel Races. Several of these friends travelled long distances to attend Jim’s funeral. Jim lay in repose at his home on Thursday 11th and Friday, 12th February, surrounded by his family and many friends who came. Rev. Fr. Ml. Cullinan recited Rosary on Thursday evening. Removal took place on Friday at 7.00 p.m. to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. His coffin was draped in the Lismore GAA flag, of which he would have been very proud. Lismore GAA and Lismore Golf Clubs provided guards of honour. Pallbearers were his son Martin, grandsons Robert and Jack, nephews John and Stephen Mason, Shane Fraher, Brian and Micheál Cahill and niece’s husband Tom McMahon. On arrival Rev. Fr. Ml. Cullinan and Rev. Fr. Arthure received his remains. Rev. Fr. Ml. Cullinan celebrated Funeral Mass on Saturday morning. Jim’s grand-daughter Ellen and daughter-in-law Bernadette recited the readings. His grand-daughter Sarah, God-daughter June Butler and nephews John Mason and Micheál Cahill read Prayers of the Faithful. A fitting selection of hymns were sung by his son-in-law Philip, accompanied on the organ by Donal Kennefick. Jim’s grand-daughter Becky and grandson Seán presented the Gifts at the Offertory. Following the Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery where Jim was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to Jim’s loving wife Sheila; daughter Jacinta; son Martin; grandchildren Becky, Ellen, Robert, Jack, Sarah and Seán; son-in-law Philip; daughter-in-law Bernadette; sisters-inlaw Anne Mason, Janie Fraher and Irene Cahill; Mickey Fraher; cousins, relative and his many friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in Lismore Church on Sunday, 27th March, at 11.00 a.m. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Maureen Power (nee Terry), Bawnacomeragh, Kinsalebeg,Youghal, Co. Cork, and Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late John (Jackie) Power, which sad event occurred peacefully on 20th March, 2016, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. Lying in repose at the Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. Rosary was recited on Monday evening by Mary Morrissey in the presence of her loving family, relatives and the Padre Pio residents and staff. On Tuesday evening funeral prayers were recited in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. in St. Bartholomew’s Church, Piltown. Followed by burial in the Round Tower Cemetery, Ardmore. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Joe and Deck; daughters Ger, Ber Browne and Vera Ryan; sister Eileen Nugent; sonsin-law, nephews, nieces, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

WILLIAM (Liam) BUTLER Ballinteer, Dublin, and formerly 54 Main Street and 19 Friary Street, Dungarvan With profound sorrow we record the passing of Liam Butler which sad event occurred on 17th March. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday morning to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Joan; sons Ciaran, John and Garvan; daughter Eleanor; brother Johnny; sisters Eileen and many relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 8 January, 2016

FARMING

Round-up … Dairygold milk price cut disappointing when other Co-ops hold and farmers are under pressure

Oliver Power pictured in his vintage tractor at the East Waterford Ploughing Championships in Portlaw.

[Noel Browne]

Deadline extension for completion of GLAS Watercourse action welcomed by IFA IFA Rural Development Chairman, Flor McCarthy has welcomed the extension by the Department of Agriculture of the deadline for completion of fencing off watercourses and riparian zones under the GLAS scheme. The deadline has been extended from the 31st March 2016 to the 31st July 2016. IFA’s Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy had called for this extension a month ago in light of the exceptionally wet weather and flooding that occurred this winter. Overview and update on GLAS and TAMS schemes GLAS and TAMS are two key schemes for farmers under Ireland’s Rural Development Programme 2014-2020. GLAS offers payments for applicants who carry out actions to enhance the rural environment, while TAMS offers grant aid for certain on-farm capital investments. GLAS Scheme Two phases of GLAS have so far opened for applications and around 38,000 farmers are now in the scheme, meaning payments worth around €170m. IFA is pressing for the early opening of the third phase of GLAS, to accommodate a further 12,000 farmers. This would bring total participation to 50,000 as was envisioned in Ireland’s Rural Development Programme, which put the full value of GLAS at €250m. What’s involved? GLAS offers a maximum payment of €5,000 per year to

participants who commit to carrying out a five-year plan of actions. Farmers undertaking particularly challenging actions may qualify for GLAS+ which provides a top-up payment of up to €2,000 per year. To join the scheme, farmers must, with their planner, develop and submit a GLAS plan in partnership with an approved planner.The optional actions to be undertaken under the GLAS plan are divided into three tiers. Tier 1 is the most important tier, comprising of all the Priority Environmental Assets identified for support through GLAS, targeting vulnerable landscapes (including Natura and commonages), important bird- species and protection of high-status watercourses.Tier 1 also identifies a series of Priority Environmental Actions for specific cohorts of farmers, targeting climate change mitigation and farmland birds. Tier 2 is the next most important tier and focuses on water-quality, through protection of predetermined vulnerable water-courses, while also accepting proposals from other farmers who are prepared to take on actions again targeting climate change mitigation and supporting farmland birds. Tier 3 comprises a menu of complementary environmental actions for applicants approved into Tiers 1 and 2, or a way of entry to the Scheme in its own right. It consists of actions such as the protection of traditional hay meadows, low input permanent pastures, important

landscape features like archaeological monuments, hedgerows and stone-walls, as well as provision of bird, bat and bee nesting facilities and the planting of small groves of native trees. As well as completing their plan, all GLAS applicants must also undertake to have a farm nutrient management plan prepared for the holding before the end of the first full calendar year in the scheme. Applicants must also attend training in environmental practices and standards before the end of the second full calendar year in the scheme. Making an application Applications for GLAS must be made online, submitted by an approved planner. Successful applicants will be notified in writing of acceptance into the scheme and commencement date of their GLAS contract. Payments, which vary across a wide range of measures, are calculated annually on the basis of qualifying actions delivered for the year in question TAMS Scheme TAMS provides grant aid of 40% for certain on-farm capital investments - 60% in the case of those who qualify as ‘Young Farmers’. The current tranche of TAMS closes on March 25, and the next opens for applications on March 26th. Around 2,500 farmers have so far applied to TAMS and, following IFA pressure, the Department has commenced approvals for priority dairy and low emission slurry spreading cases. However, many have been awaiting approval for six

months; it is vitally important that all farmers who have applied for TAMS investment are given the go-ahead without further delay particularly as the weather is now improving so that investments can take place. What’s involved? Currently, TAMS schemes are available for farm nutrient storage, animal housing, dairy equipment, low emission spreading equipment, animal welfare and farm safety, pig and poultry investments, and organic capital investment. IFA pressed for further funding opportunities and amendments to Ireland’s Rural Development Programme to include sheep fencing, grain storage, precision and low impact tillage equipment and rainwater harvesting have been submitted to the EU Commission. These are likely to be approved shortly. Making an application Applications to TAMS must be made online. The TAMS budget is divided into tranches, so ranking of applications takes place on a tranche basis. Unsuccessful eligible application are carried over the following tranche. The scheme should remain open until December 2020, and IFA will be arguing for further changes. Payment will issue within three weeks once it has been determined that that approved work has been completed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the scheme. For more information and updates on farm schemes and payments, visit www.ifa.ie.

IFA National Dairy Chairman said the decision by the Dairygold Co-op board to cut their February milk price by 1.5c/l to 24c/l incl VAT was all the more disappointing when Lakeland, Glanbia and Kerry all held their price for last month’s milk. Sean O’Leary said dairy markets had been weakening for months, directly impacting farmgate prices, which motivated major decisions by the Council of EU Agriculture Ministers in Brussels. However, while farmers hope these measures will have a positive impact over the coming weeks, they are, in the meantime under unprecedented cash flow pressure – causing an economic crisis on those farms, but also a crisis of confidence. “Milk prices have been falling steadily for well over a year, and in the face of lower constituents and higher input bills this spring, farmers really need the type of support most of our co-ops have given in the second half of 2015 to continue into 2016,” Mr O’Leary said. “It is simply unfair and unsustainable to expect farmers to continue in expansionary mode without support when prices have fallen below production costs for such a prolonged period,” he said. Mr. O’Leary urged all other Co-op Board members, who will be meeting in coming days to set the February milk price, to follow the example of Lakeland, Glanbia and Kerry by continuing to support and hold the price.

BVD Programme has to move towards final phase of eradication IFA Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart said the issuing of notification letters to farmers contiguous to herds that have retained PIs is timely to allow necessary precautions to be taken in advance of the breeding season. He said huge progress has been made in the Programme to-date, with over 30,000 PI calves removed from the national herd since 2013, with fewer than 290 herds in total retaining PIs. The IFA Chairman said the BVD Programme must start moving towards the final phase of eradication by reviewing the tissue tag testing requirement for the majority of farmers. He said farmers have made huge investment in the Programme to date and it is now incumbent on Animal Health Ireland (AHI) to clearly map the path to eradication. This has to include significant cost reductions for farmers who are now entering their fourth or fifth year of individual animal testing at an annual cost of €9m.

Foot-dragging on TAMS unacceptable - McCarthy IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has said that the foot-dragging by the Minister for Agriculture on issuing approvals for farmers who have applied for the TAMS II grants is unacceptable.

Flor McCarthy said that many farmers applied as far back as last September for grant aid under the various schemes and are still awaiting approval six months later. The only approvals issued to date are priority cases for dairy equipment and low emission slurry equipment. This represents over 1,000 farmers, compared to the 2,500 who have applied in total for the scheme. McCarthy said, “It is vitally important that all farmers who have applied for TAMS investment are given the go-ahead without further delay, particularly as the weather is now improving so that investments can take place”. Amendments to Rural Development Plan:In relation to the amendments on the Rural Development Plan, which involves the inclusion in TAMS of grain storage and tillage equipment and sheep fencing, Flor McCarthy said it is important that these are available to farmers in the next tranche of TAMS which commences on 26th March. IFA understands that the EU Commission has no issue with these amendments to the RDP and are likely to formally approve them shortly. An early opening date for these additional measures is now required, Flor McCarthy said. In relation to TAMS I payments for investments that were carried out in 2015, IFA has called for all outstanding payments to be made without further delay.

Kerry Group must verifiably meet their stated commitment on the “leading milk price” SPEAKING ahead of a top level IFA dairy meeting with Kerry Group senior management, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary said he had been contacted by numerous Kerry suppliers expressing real concern about the Kerry milk price and whether or not a thirteenth payment would be justified to live up to their ‘leading milk price’ claim for 2015. Mr O’Leary said this topic would feature strongly in the agenda for discussion with Kerry. “Since the ‘leading milk price’ promise was first made more than five years ago, IFA has met many times with Kerry Group senior management and Kerry Co-op board members at national and local levels. At all those meetings, the ‘leading milk price’ was raised as an issue on which farmers needed to be convinced, and I am frankly disappointed that, more than five years later, it remains a thorn in the relationship between Kerry and its suppliers,” Sean O’Leary said. “In our meeting with Kerry Group the week after next, we will reiterate farmers’ legitimate expectation that their milk purchaser would meet their stated commitment, and prove it to them verifiably, transparently and compellingly,” he said. “We in IFA are very clear that there is an absolute onus on Kerry Group and Coop to verify for farmers that they are indeed paying the leading milk price they promise, and to show transparently how it is arrived at. Kerry Group management must engage in earnest with the Co-op board to resolve this vexed issue once and for all to Kerry suppliers’ satisfaction,” he concluded.

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Waterford Denis Neville taking part in the East Waterford Ploughing Championships at Portlaw.

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colour in the carcass) the carcass is thrown in the skip and the farmer still gets paid. In some cases, there is only a need to dispose of quarter of the carcass so that the actual net benefit to the farmer is of the order of €300-400.” “We suspect that there is substantial profiteering on this scheme which is run by processors. Is there any evidence that the scheme is underwritten by insurance companies or is it simply a way of taking money off farmers by factories?” “What is even more frustrating is that factories have complete discretion over which animals are insured

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IFA Chairman Jer Bergin has demanded that the CAP simplification measures introduced by EU Commissioner Phil Hogan are available to Irish farmers and implemented for the 2016 Basic Payment Scheme application. At a recent meeting with the EU Commission it was clearly pointed out to IFA that the measures can be introduced this year but it would now appear that Minister Coveney is having second thoughts on some aspects. Jer Bergin said that while it would appear that the yellow card system and the new rules on eligibility penalties will be in place, the pre-checking of applications, as outlined by

Commissioner Hogan, is being put on the long finger.This is unacceptable as the pre–checking of applications is a fundamental change that will allow farmers to amend their applications following checks and prevent mistakes. This will ensure a higher clearance of applications leading to a higher payout when BPS payments commence in mid-October. Jer Bergin said that the reduction in the tolerances where the overclaim is greater than 3% is a welcome development as the previous regime was not fair or proportionate. In future where the overclaim is greater than 3% and less than 10% the sanction will be 1.5 times the percentage overclaim

with a 50% reduction in the amount of overclaim. As part of the yellow card system, a farmer will be checked in the following year and if everything is in order there will be no further sanctions. This check will be mainly by remote sensing. In the case of farmers where the overclaim is greater than 10%, 1.5 times the percentage overclaim will apply. Previously where the overclaim was over 20% farmers lost all of their payment.This was totally unacceptable and unfair. It was also confirmed to IFA by the Commission that all farmers will start with a clean sheet in 2016 with regard to new regime on tolerances.

Monday, 21st March - Sample Prices DRY COWS 1. Fr. 835 kgs made €1,290; 1 Her. 735 kgs made €1,150; 1 Fr. 670 kgs made €1,160. BULLOCKS 5 Char. 623 kgs made €1,400 ea; 3 Lim. 633 kgs made €1,390 ea; 1 Bel. Blue 635 kgs made €1,360; 2 Char. 595 kgs made €1,310 ea. HEIFERS 1 Char. 535 kgs made €1,240; 4 Lim. 340 kgs made €960 ea; 5 A.A. 351 kgs made €845 ea. Special Entries for Monday next, 28th March, 2016:- (1) 3 Aberdeen Angus Suckler Cows with Aberdeen Angus calves

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Teagasc

Philip Murphy pictured at the East Waterford Ploughing Championships which took place in Portlaw recently.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I rang up last week to order some fertiliser. I was offered 18:6:12 as an alternative to the usual Pasture Sward I would order. I was told they are all using it this year as the whole country is low on P’s and K’s. Should I go ahead and order 18:6:12 or from reading your tip of the week last week could this have repercussions for my payments? Can you please advise? Answer: Prophets are now selling fertiliser! Miracles will never cease. As always, some farms are low in P’s and K’s however, broadbrushing this statement could by a costly lesson for others. The only way of knowing for sure the baseline soil fertility of your farm is to take soil samples. If you are feeding a large quantity of meal or if you have a low stocking rate then using 18:6:12 could put you over your limits and lead to possible penalties on your payments. If you take samples today then you should have the results back within a week. Then you can know for sure the lie of the land and order the bulk of your fertiliser next week. It is unlikely that the “Prophets” or the “they are all’s” will stand by you should you decide to wing it. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Make Farm Safety your No.1 Priority during these school holidays. Farm Well – Farm Safely! For advice, contact Terence on 087-2430067.

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Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 21/3/’16 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 26.80 4.57 3.26 2.10 4 412 222 1,600 22 15

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 21.8 4.73 3.41 1.78 5 343 0 1,100 25 6

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Growth rates starting to improve, up from 5 last week. • SCC 165,000. • Protein has improved since no silage is in the diet. Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • 71% grazed on target. • Very slow re-growths - overwintered grass isn’t moving. • Grass is tight. I would finish 1st rotation and introduce silage in second round if needed.

BEEF Calf rearing tips Buying dairy-bred calves to rear is an enterprise that many beef farmers are now either doing or considering. The first 12 weeks of feeding has a huge impact on the performance of these calves for the rest of the year. Feeding a high quality milk replacer, feeding enough of it, getting them onto solid feed early and keeping a high health status in the calf rearing shed are all essential. • The traditional two litres of milk replacer, fed twice a day, is no longer considered adequate. Most calves should be getting at least six litres of milk replacer per day (1.3 gallons) where the concentration is 125g per litre of water. • From three weeks of age, calves can be fed once per day – make sure they are fed at the same time every day and ideally in the morning. • Nipple feeding is preferable to feeding from a bucket/trough. • The milk replacer should be at least 25% crude protein (on a dry matter basis) – remember you generally get what you pay for. Calves fed coarse starter mix eat more and have higher weight gains than calves fed pelleted calf starters. Keep the ration fresh by only feeding what they will eat in a day. • Calves that have free access to water eat more starter ration and have better ruminal development. Make sure there is always clean water available. • While calves need some source of long roughage, e.g., straw, do not overfeed it to them as it will reduce their ration intake and they can develop ‘hay bellies’. • If calves start to scour, isolate them from other calves to avoid cross infection, get electrolytes into them and do not stop feeding them milk replacer. • Calves should not be weaned until they are eating at least 1kg of calf ration. Wean them gradually off milk replacer over a seven- to 10-day period. MAKING UP FOR LOST TIME AT GRASS The aim for February and March is to get all the fields (including silage ground) grazed off so that the farm is set up to start the second grazing rotation from early to mid-April. A tough ask this year due to the very wet Winter. Get fertiliser out As soon as conditions are right (when soil is not waterlogged and heavy rain is not forecast), spreading fertiliser is the number one priority. This is because it takes time for fertiliser to work, so it needs to be spread now in order to have grass for the start of April.While there are risks of loss of nitrogen (N) during the Spring, there is still a good economic response to spreading N at this time. Research by Teagasc has shown that spreading 48 units of N/acre in the Spring produced extra grass at a cost of €90/t DM.This is far cheaper than silage, which costs about €140/t DM, and meal, which costs around €300/t DM. Research has shown that the best way to spread the 48 units is in two separate applications. This means spreading a half bag of urea in January/February, and another half bag in March. If you did not get out with fertiliser in February then

you need to get 48 units out in March. If you have a very low demand for grass in spring, a half bag in March is adequate. Put a grazing plan in place If you managed to get cattle out in the last week of February, there are roughly 40 days until the start of the second rotation, so on a 100-acre farm, an average 2.5 acres needs to be grazed per day. If cattle were turned out for the first week of March, then roughly three acres need to be grazed each day. If you are not hitting these targets, you need to turn out more cattle. If you are grazing more ground than this, you need to slow down by either feeding meal/silage outside, or by bringing some stock back in.The target should be to graze off at least 50% of the grazing ground before grazing silage ground. This will allow grazing ground to recover in time for the second rotation. It will not affect silage yield or quality if harvest date is delayed by 10 days. Research at Grange compared the yield and quality of silage where it was grazed in the Spring and where it was not grazed. By delaying the harvest date by 10 days silage ground grazed on March 16th had the same yield and quality as silage that was not grazed in the spring. Be flexible The key to managing grazing with poor ground conditions, is to be flexible. Be prepared to think outside the norm and bring cattle in again, if needs be. Anything that gives you more options will help, such as multiple gaps in fields, strip wire, roadways, etc. Have you thought about on/off grazing? Many beef farmers will say this is impossible or “it’s alright for dairy farmers”, but why not bring cattle off grass if it a downpour starts while they are out? A few hours grazing are far better than none, and you will limit damage to the ground by taking them off while it is wet overhead. Some suckler farmers turn suckler cows out after the school run in the morning and bring them in again before doing the school run in the afternoon. There is no problem getting cows back, as they want to return to the calves. Be careful with slurry Housing has come under real pressure with some of the wettest weather on record for January and February. It is a reality that a home will have to be found for the extra slurry produced while cattle were kept indoors. However, try to avoid spreading slurry on heavy covers of grass, unless it is very watery.There is a risk that thick slurry will stick to the leaves and will reduce palatability for grazing. Instead, consider applying slurry to the ground immediately after it has been grazed, so that there is time for it to have soaked in before the second rotation. IMPORTANT EVENTS Teagasc Spring Grazing Farm Walk A Teagasc Spring Grazing Farm Walk will take place on the farm of Conor Beausang, Churchquarter, Grange Co. Waterford on Thursday, March 24th at 11.00 a.m. This walk will look at how Conor has coped with the challenging grazing conditions during the first rotation and make recommendations on how best to start the second rotation and set up the farm to produce quality grass for the remainder of the year. All are welcome.

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Pallas Foods launches 2016 Foodbook in Waterford PALLAS Foods, Ireland’s leading foodservice provider, recently launched their 20th annual Foodbook, the key ingredient in all Irish hotel, café, bar and restaurant kitchens! This must have item for all chefs, restaurant and café owners, buyers and operations managers, features a diverse portfolio of over 4,000 products sourced locally and beyond. Pallas Foods supplies the highest quality of international and locally sourced products to over 9,000 hospitality businesses across the island of Ireland. Now in its 20th edition, the Pallas Foods Foodbook is packed with a wide range of exciting and innovative new food products for chefs and operators to discover and purchase, says Pallas Foods Marketing Manager, Phillip Monks, “I am delighted to announce that this year our annual Foodbook is even bigger and better than before! Our 2016 edition features a huge range of the best quality suppliers and artisan products from all over Ireland. We are committed to expanding our supplier base, which enables us to continue to provide innovative solutions that anticipate and serve our different customer needs. With such a vast range of top-end products, sourced both locally and abroad, we know that our customers will not be disappointed as they turn the pages of our 2016 Foodbook, and check out the mouth-watering range of products and ingredients that await them.” Some of the local Waterford suppliers which feature in the 2016 Pallas Foods Foodbook include: • O’Flynn Foods, Tallow • Knockanore Farmhouse Cheese, Knockanore • Chef ’s House, Waterford • Glanbia Ireland Ltd, Dungarvan With next day delivery island wide, six days a week,

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Batman v Superman Opens Friday 25th with Midnight 3D Screening Thursday 24th Director: Zack Snyder. Starring: Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams. Synopsis: Witness the greatest gladiator battle of all time in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. It’s night v day, man v god,The Dark Knight v The Man of Steel in Marvel’s new action-packed adventure. Fearing the actions of a godlike superhero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable vigilante takes on Metropolis’ most revered saviour, leaving the world to wrestle with what sort of hero it really needs. Meanwhile, a new threat seizes their chance to rise, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known. 'Laochra' from Meánscoil San Nioclás - Mary & Johnny de Búrca, Caoimhe and Fionn Timmons, Katie Halpin-Hill, John-Joe Brockie and Laoise Nic Íomhair at a special Tionól na nDéise in Dungarvan Library, organised by the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council as part of the Waterford 1916-2016 Centenary Programme of Events. [David Clynch Photography]

Director: Kirk Jones. Starring: Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Michael Constantine Synopsis: The much sought after sequel to the highest grossing romantic comedy of all time is finally here. My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 sees the Portokalos family under strain as

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Toula and Ian experience marital problems, while their daughter Paris, who continues to rebel against Greek traditions, prepares for her graduation. When a secret is revealed, the entire Portokalos clan reunites for an even bigger and fatter wedding than before.

Michael Collins’ 20th Anniversary Release Marks the Centenary of The Rising CELEBRATING the centenary of The Easter Rising, SGC Dungarvan is delighted to announce that cinemagoers now have the opportunity to relive the passionately rousing film Michael Collins with its 20th anniversary release, which opened on 18th March. Tracing the events of the years following The Rising and the lead role Collins played in those events as Ireland fought furiously for independence, this historical biopic, depicting the bloody price reaped for that independence, will once again send pulses racing with its thrilling tale. Written and directed by the award winning Neil Jordan, this stirring work stars a number of Hollywood greats, including Liam Neeson as The Big Fellow himself, Julia Roberts as Collins' fiancé Kitty Kiernan, Aidan Quinn as his right hand man Harry Boland, Stephen Rea as Collin’s inside man Detective Ned Broy, and the late Alan Rickman as Collins’ leader turned foe Eamon de Valera. Portraying the life of the great Irish revolutionary leader from 1916 until his death in 1922, Jordan's impassioned take on the political martyr follows Collins as he returns to Ireland after his imprisonment in England for his part in The Rising. He rises to lead a guerrilla war against the British forces, a war relying on an intricate network of spies and intelligence agents. One such intelligent agent whose paramount importance in the War of Independence is exploited in Jordan’s film is Dungarvan’s very own Lily Mernin. Born on 16th November 1886 in Dungarvan, Mernin worked as a typist in Dublin Castle, while also acting as a member of the radical Keating Branch of the Gaelic League. Displaying more bravery than most, Mernin used her position in Dublin Castle to pass impor-

tant documents and intelligence reports to Collins on a daily basis, under the alias L i t t l e Gentleman to protect her identity. The infor mation she provided proved to be of vital importance, most significantly when she identified the residences of British spies and informers who were later killed by Collins’ squad on 21st November 1920, Bloody Sunday, an event that temporarily paralysed the British forces in Ireland.While powerfully depicted in the film, Mernin’s role in this key event of the war is unfortunately diminished, relegated instead to a nervous young housemaid of one of the detectives working in the Castle. Nonetheless, Jordan’s film holds strong in being of utmost importance in cataloguing and honouring the work of the revolutionary leader, showing how Collins eventually works to negotiate a treaty to end the War of Independence. However, the terms of the Treaty are controversial, with Collins himself acknowledging “I may have signed my death warrant” in passing the Treaty.The country is divided and the Civil War erupts, a war that claims Collins’ life. Receiving widespread acclaim, including an Oscar nomination for Best Cinematography, as well as winning multiple awards, such as Best Actor for Neeson at the Venice Film Festival and the Evening Standard British Film Awards, Michael Collins emotively depicts how one man's courage forged a nation's destiny.

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Cappoquin Goes Country THE countdown is on to this starstudded concert as a host of Irish Country Music stars gather for what promises to be the concert of the year when Cappoquin Goes Country at the Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, 9th April. Featuring Ireland’s Country Greats Louise Morrissey, Gloria, Brendan Quinn, Paddy O’Brien, Kathy Durkin, Daniel O Double, John Hogan, Marty Daniels and introducing Stephen Stokes, making this the best ever line up of country music artists in one show on the same night. Top class musicians from The Ryan Turner Band will provide backing for all the artists as they gather at Cappoquin Community Centre. Multi award winning Irish Country Star Louise Morrissey has long been regarded as one of Ireland’s best singers and entertainers. With hits such as “Slievenamon”, “Tipperary on my mind”, “Music in My Heart” and many more too numerous to mention she has had a very successful career. This true star has shared stages throughout the world with country greats such as Kris Kristofferson, Charlie Pride and Don Williams. Adding to this star studded line up is Gloria of “One Day at a Time” fame, which stayed in the Irish Charts for over 90 weeks and is the longest run for any single in Irish chart history (a record she still holds today). The ever professional Gloria is a true entertainer and a delight to watch. County Waterford’s own very popular Gentleman of Irish Country Music Paddy O’Brien will join this wonderful line-up. Paddy has been a hugely successful entertainer on the country music scene, with hits too numerous to mention such as “Never Grow Old” and “Out to California” Yodelling remains one of Paddy’s trademarks to this day. Many will remember the acclaimed Derry singer Brendan Quinn’s unique country voice with his band “The Bluebirds” and their numerous hit singles “The Door is Always Open” and “Dreaming My Dreams with You”. Brendan is thrilled to be mak-

ing a very rare trip to County Waterford. Kathy Durkin whose version of the classic “Working Man” which impressively remained in the Irish Charts for over a year, is a very popular entertainer who woos the audiences with her versions of “Blue Kentucky Girl”, “Midnight to moonlight”. John Hogan – The Offaly Rover who achieved great fame with his huge hit “Brown Eyes” is an ever popular singer/songwriter on the Irish Country Music Scene. Some of his best known songs include “Stepping Stone” and “Turn back the years”. Daniel O Double (also known as) Gary Gamble whose uncanny resemblance in both looks and vocals has made him the leading Daniel O’Donnell tribute in Ireland & the UK. Gary has been well known in his own right for many years as a great country singer and entertainer as well as a well-regarded radio presenter on Highland Radio and the star of the very popular Keltic Country TV. Marty Daniels’s great country voice and renditions of old time country classics of Hank Williams and Buck Owens prove immensely popular with audiences throughout the country. A very special act will be introduced on the night, singer Stephen Stokes, who has already an album under his belt and is certainly one to watch for the future. Compere on the night is Gary Gamble Star of Keltic Country TV, giving this concert all the ingredients for a wonderful night’s entertainment. Cappoquin Goes Country with its stellar line up of country greats is definitely an unmissable night for all fans of Irish Country Music. Tickets for this exclusive concert are now on sale price €25 from Cappoquin Community Centre Reception, Ferrick’s Pharmacy Cappoquin, Noel Devereux Manshop Dungarvan and Ballyrafter Service Station Lismore. Show 8.30 p.m. Don’t miss the concert of the year!

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Dogs providing invaluable help WHEN we hear about Irish Dogs for the Disabled, or see a collection or a promotion or that organisation, do we immediately think of the longer standing Guide Dogs for the Blind or the Rescue Kennels? These are all worthy organisations, but the relatively new Irish Dogs for the Disabled is a separate organisations doing what they say in their title, train and provide dogs to accompany and assist people with a wide range of disability. You might have seen a feature about this on last Friday’s Late Late Show when two young girls, accompanied by their dogs admirably told the audience and the country of their own particular stories dealing with disability and discovering the value of a dog companion. Seven years ago, Mary Curran of Aglish introduced Sar’Anne Walsh O’Rourke to the

organisation and together they have prepared and trained five dogs to help young people with disability. One of those dogs was Fifi who was housed and socialised for twenty months by Sar’Anne and her family and is now almost a part of her young partner, Olivia Cadogan. “As a volunteer and as a foster family, we have raised five dogs to date for the charity,” says Sar’Anne. “We are presented with a puppy at eight weeks old. We take the puppy in and bring it to house-trained standard. This involves a great deal of personal attention because Irish Dogs for the Disabled wants the pups to enjoy their puppyhood, as they will be going on to very important work under very strict conditions.” Sar’Anne says that it is vital during their training that they are exposed to every experience possible so that nothing is a surprise to them when they go

into full-time training. “So, we walk them on the road, she says. “We bring them to Mass, so that they get used to going into churches; we send them to school with the children, if the schools are open to it, because that’s what they will be doing and they must get used to that. Bu they must not be a distraction for the other children. “We take them shopping and train them so that when they are in an aisle, they do not drag the child over to smell the bread on the other side of the shop. We brought them to restaurants and the cinema, in fact just about every place their companion is likely to bring them when they are together. The aim is simply: no surprises, no new experiences where at all possible. We aim to have given them as much life experience as possible before they go into full-time training. “Many of these dogs are used for stability purposes, particularly

in the case of cerebral palsy. A child with that disability needs to be out of the wheelchair before the age of eight, otherwise their muscles will have grown in a fashion which will not allow them to stand up, or their gait while walking could also be incorrect. “Naturally there is far more to this disability, this organisation, the experiences young children have and the wide range of benefits a dog can bring to a child, particularly someone with cerebral palsy.” So, let us acknowledge the merits and the good work of all those organisations harnessing the benefits of dog companions and maybe seek out more information about them. Better still be prepared to make a contribution, financial or otherwise to assist those who gain a measure of freedom and better health as a result of their highly trained and conditioned canine assistant.

Olivia Cadogan with her Dungarvan trained dog stability dog, Fifi.

Dungarvan their (Irish) hometown Moe Dunford battles to new heights LAST Thursday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade was one of the most colourful to date with a large number of participating clubs, community groups and businesses. It was as colourful as it was long and retained the interest of the crowd in crisp sunny conditions. Due to a recent ruptured Achilles, I had to resort to a decorated bicycle to join with the green-shirted Mercyhurst University group and also comply with Doctor’s instructions. This was the seventh time I marched with Mercyhurst and it is a revelation to see how much they enjoy their participation in an event they look forward to long before they leave the US for Dungarvan. One of the great moments which colours the memories of their three month stay in the town is their trek through Abbeyside and Grattan Square and those memories stay with them long after they return home. This experience is matched by the welcome, warmth and hospitality they receive from local people across all their activities in the town in their day to day lives. Their memories of Dungarvan

will live with them forever. Six years on, the first students to come here are still recalling their days in what they call their adopted home-town and reliving their mornings walking along the Quay to study, cycling to Clonea, or shopping in one of the most compact town centres they know. These are just some of

the Facebook posts from students past for St. Patrick’s Day which proves more than anything how much they love our town and how reminders bring back great memories of their time here. The montage shows just a few posts from Facebook from this year’s St. Patrick’s Day. Take a bow Dungarvan!

I HOPE everyone was watching the second episode of the fourth series of Vikings last Monday night when local actor Moe Dunford took on the jailer with the keys of the tower where Queen Kwenthrith is being held. When Moe arrived to break her out of her prison, he was met by stout opposition in the form of a swordsman who held the keys of the tower. The ensuing fight became known on set as the ‘keyman fight’ where Moe had to call on all his swordsmanship and expertise, not to mention guile, in his battle to stay alive and free the Queen. It was a no holds barred fight / brawl / swordfight and Moe certainly didn’t learn how to fight like that in the No Name Club. He was guided by top class stunt choreographer, Richard Ryan over two draining days in front of the camera. Filming wrapped up last Wednesday until June when the next series goes into production. On Thursday last, St. Patrick’s Day, Moe went

straight into production on a new film called ‘The Flag’ with Pat Shortt, a comedy heist movie about two Irish guys who go over to England to steal and bring back to Ireland the flag which was flown over the GPO in 1916. “The last time I started filming a movie on St. Patrick’s Day was ‘Patrick’s Day’,” says Moe, and we know the impact that made on everyone who saw, not just the film, but Moe’s powerful portrayal of his character, Patrick. “The Flag” is written by Eugene O’Brien who

wrote the TV series called ‘Pure Mule’ and directed by Declan Rex who recently made the film ‘The Truth Commissioner’ for the BBC. It promises to be quite a romp where Moe can unleash the fun and comedy side with the inimitable Pat Shortt. It should be in cinemas before the end of the year. Of course, there is his second IFTA nomination for his part in Vikings which was reported on widely last week and which sees him take on stiff opposition

Moe Dunford – Keyman Fight.

from Liam Cunningham (Game of Thrones) and Stephen Rea (War and Peace), So, there is another demanding year ahead for Moe Dunford as he fulfils his commitments. But he promises that there will be Dungarvan time soon when Maurice Dunford can walk the streets of his hometown, pause for coffee and chat with the dozens who will have an opinion to offer on Vikings, to which he will listen with that signature cheeky grin on his face and a hint of mischief in his eye!

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Friday, 25th March, 2016

SPORT

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Waterford's Tommy Ryan and Galway's John Hanbury in action in the Allianz National Hurling League Division 1A Round 5 game at Walsh Park on Sunday last. [Noel Browne]

JOE GOUGH TAKES SECOND PLACE IN PORTLAND Page 2

CORK IN CONTROL IN THE FRAHER FIELD

NIRE SURVIVES LATE DUNGARVAN COMEBACK

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Mason Financial Colligan League kicks-off Wednesday evening, March 30th THE Mark Mason Financial Colligan League kicks-off on Wednesday, 30th March in Colligan Wood at 6.30 p.m. From the off all at the club wishes Mark well as he is now after moving his business to a brand new premises on Barrack St., Cappoquin where we hope his company will grow from strength to strength. Once again, Mark has come on board as sponsor again this year and the club would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank Mark and his family for their generous sponsorship. Mark has sponsored this league over the past number of years and has always been a most supportive and generous sponsor and we are delighted to be once again be associated with Mark for 2016. This league is perfect for all in that it caters for every kind of runner and non-runner. You don’t need to be a regular runner to join up, many newcomers start at this league each year and again this year we expect the same trend to follow. There are three different routes to choose from so we really do cater for everyone. We guarantee you will surprise yourself with what can be achieved in a short few weeks, and you will never

know what you can achieve unless you come along, so please do give it a go. It’s just €2 each night to enter, you can, of course, come along any week to partake, if you can't make it the first evening and don't forget to bring a friend, don’t keep it to yourself. ROUTE 1 Route 1 is the 2 lap league, this league is recommended for beginners and is all on the flat, and basically you start at the wooden bridge and do 2 loops of the road-wood circuit. All beginners are encouraged to walk and jog a bit and then walk and jog again and before you know it you will have the two laps done. The two laps is 4km which is roughly 2.5 miles and you will find that as the weeks go by you will be able to run this distance no bother, come on give it a go. ROUTE 2 The 5 mile league on the flat (as we call it) runners will start in the same place as the Colligan Cup race which is just down from the Stone Bridge. The runners in the other two leagues will start at the Wooden Bridge and when the whistle goes for those at the Wooden Bridge the runners will run towards the Stone Bridge and one person

will be designated to tell the runners for the 5 mile league when to start. The 5 mile runners will then run through the wood and when they get to the wooden bridge they will then have three full laps left to do. The 5 mile league is quite popular and is open to seasoned runners as well as beginners. It might be an idea if you were running the short course at the recently finished winter league you might consider upping the distance that little bit and giving this routes a bash. ROUTE 3 For those that feel they want more of a challenge they may opt for the hill route which is also 5 miles in distance but which takes in one hill through the wood and a second hill on the other side of the road from the wooden bridge. This is quite challenging but one which really helps to make you strong and certainly helps to build endurance and stamina. Runners will start at the wooden bridge, head towards the Stone Bridge, run through the wood, taking the first hill to you left keeping to the right all the way around you will come back down the hill to the Wooded Bridge and then head across the bridge over

towards the car park and then up the second hill. The second hill isn’t as steep you’ll be glad to hear and when you are down off the hill it’s back to the stone bridge and one final lap of the wood which will bring you to the finish. See you on the bridge at 6.30 p.m. next Wednesday evening. FORMAT OF THE LEAGUE Over the course of the 4 weeks of the league we will keep a record of each person’s finishing position. If you finish first you get one point, fifth place will earn you 5 points and so on. All runners will be put into divisions of 5 and after the four weeks the winner of each division will receive a prize. Prizes will be awarded to those in each route and the divisions make it fun and interesting and all the more enjoyable. The overall winner of the hill league will also receive the Veale Family Perpetual Shield. DATES OF THE LEAGUE Round 1: March 30th at 6.30 p.m. Round 2: April 6th at 6.30 p.m. Round 3: April 13th at 6.30 p.m. Round 4: April 20th at 6.30 p.m.

Mark Mason of Mason Financial, Barrack St., Cappoquin, presents James Veale with his sponsorship of the upcoming Colligan League. Included is Mark’s daughter Sarah.

1916 - 2016 - 100 Years 100 Marathon runners

Dublin Marathon countdown is on, are you in? TO celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising we are going to take on our own ‘100’ challenge. The plan is to have 100 West Waterford AC club athletes compete at the Dublin City Marathon on Sunday, 30th October 2016. Can this be achieved, yes it can, together we can achieve anything. The Easter Rising began on Easter Monday and so will our marathon training. On this day to launch this mammoth club undertaking we are looking for 200 runners to run 1,000km to launch our challenge at the Aglish fun run and in the process help raise much needed funds for the

Children’s Hospital in Crumlin. There are two run options 5k/10k and the run starts at 11.45 am. Registration is on the day from 11.00 am. Please come along and support this worthy cause and help us to launch the 100 marathon challenge. We will be taking an official photo of the launch and we would love for you to come along for this. The photo will be taken just prior to the fun run start. Don't worry about the training for the marathon, we have it all under control and will help you each step of the way, all you need to do for now is to make the commitment to be part of what will an unique

Joe Gough and David Wilcox cross the line in the Masters over 800 metres exhibition race at the World Indoor Championships in Portland Oregan last Saturday, with just .11 of a second between the two. Wilcox winning and Gough 2nd. occasion once off, it won't happen again in our life time anyway. To assist runners in your marathon training we will have structured training plans for athletes as well as weekly training sessions and organised group runs. Details of all this is to follow, as we said for now just make the nod yes I'm in. So if you can race-run-jog-walkcrawl come October 30th is going to be a day to remember for the country-the club and you, a very special Dublin marathon medal marking the occasion will be awarded to all runners this year, I'm going to get one are you?

Mallow 10 mile road race abandoned UNFORTUNATELY, last Sunday the scheduled Mallow 10 was abandoned shortly after the race had started as there was a serious accident on the course and the race was called to a halt. We learned later of the sad news that there was one fatality as a result of

the accident. Obviously, people’s thoughts are with the man who died and his family at this time. We haven't hear of a rescheduled date at the time of going to press but if one becomes know we will relay the date to all.

Joe Gough takes second place in Portland Thumbs up from Jim Fleming before the start of the recent Bausch and Lomb Kilmacthomas 5.

Ann Dunford runs New York half marathon WELL done to Ann Dunford our hard working committee member who made the trip last weekend to New York where she ran the prestigious United Airlines New York City Half marathon. A total of 21,000 ran the race, a huge field and Ann had a brilliant run to finish in a time of 1.43.04, Dublin marathon training is well under way here. Well done Ann.

WEST Waterford's Joe Gough was in action last Saturday in Portland Oregan at the Masters over 60 exhibition 800 metres race which was held alongside the senior world indoor championships which were being staged over 4 days and this 800 metres masters race is a new part of the programme where the organisers have invited the 8 fastest men and women over the distance to come along and race. After leading and setting a fast pace over the final couple of laps Joe had to contend with a very fast finishing British athlete as they both came to the finish line together with just a whisker between the two athletes, but on this occasion Joe had to settle for the runner-up spot with a time of 2.16.01. Joe was the top seed but Great Britain’s David Wilcock made a strong move down the homestretch and the two had a brilliant battle over the

last 50 metres, as Wilcock just got to the line first in 2:15.90 such was the effort from Joe that his legs gave out in the last strides, as he hit the line and the track simultaneously just .11 seconds behind. The bronze went to Oleksandr Lysenko of Ukraine in 2:17.38. Immediately after the race Joe, signed autographs and posed with fans. He hadn’t won the race. But he won the hearts of nearly 7,000 fans at the Oregon Convention Center after bravely sprinting away from all but Britain’s Dave Wilcox at the bell of the masters men’s 800. Joe's fall on the rough Mondo surface left him bruised and bloody, one commentator suggested that Joe the M60 world indoor record holder, had perhaps gone out too slow. (Dave ran an incredible negative split race — a first 400 in about 71, followed by a 65-second final

400.) But Joe was proud of putting on a show at the sport’s highest-profile indoor meet. And thousands of fans stood and cheered the West Waterford AC runner as he and his rivals took a victory lap to conclude the meet’s morning session. All said it was a brilliant run for Joe on the world stage and this sets him up nicely now for the European Masters indoors this coming weekend in Ancona, Italy where he will run the 800 and 1,500 metres. All at the club wishes Joe the very best at these championships. 1 David Wilcox GBR 2:15.90 2 Joe Gough IRL 2:16.01 3 Oleksandr Lysenkoy UKR 2:17.38 4 Pierre Faucheur FRA 2:18.23 5 Marcellus Jacobus Scholten NED 2:18.53 6 Florio Clok URU 2:18.66

GENERAL SPORT

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GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2016

3rd Annual M.T.S. Media Ballinroad 5k in association with Ballinroad Soccer Club ENTER Ballinroad M.T.S.Media 5k online now on active works or via West Waterford Athletic Club website! On "upcoming fixtures" under Ballinroad 5k

click "enter". Numbers can be collected on the evening of race. This race will cost €5 to enter online but if you wait untill the night

GLOHEALTH NATIONAL MASTERS INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIP

West Waterford Athletes bring home the medals THE Glohealth national indoor master championships were held last Sunday in Athlone, the club had a strong representation competing. Yev Chizhikov ran in the over 45 200m, finishing 78h in a time of 28.41; he also ran in the 800m and finished 7th here in 2.18.03. Ray Hahesy was unlucky not to be among the medals when finishing 4th in the over 50 3000m, Ray ran a time of 10.25.68. Des Feeney ran the over 40 1,500m and clocked a good time of 4.26.70 which saw him win bronze. Terri Gough was in brilliant form in the over 70 category

and she brought back to Rathgormack a tally of 4 gold medals 60m in a time of 13.61, in the 200m Terri clocked a time of 50.01 and then in the 400m her winning time was 2.02.90 and shot another gold with as throw of 6.08. Jimmy McGrath competed in his first indoors and he acquitted himself well. In the 200m he ran 44.46 to finish just outside the medals in 4th place, and in the 60m Jimmy was 5th with a time of 12.28. Finally, Brendan Moran ran 8.46 to claim silver in the over 60m. A very well done to all our masters athletes.

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Lucy and Michael perform well at Schools Cross Country LUCY Holmes finished a very creditable 27th in the junior girls Schools cross county international in Falkirk, Scotland last Saturday. Lucy was the 5th scoring member of the Irish team who were 4th overall. Michael Troy also ran very well when he claimed 29th place. Michael was a scoring member on the Irish junior team who won bronze team medals. Well done to both athletes.

Club Membership THE club membership is now due and can be paid at any of our club events. Gerry Cantwell Helvick, Ring, Co. Waterford is the club registrar and he will be available at all club events to accept your membership at a cost of €25. Any athletes currently not paid up members for 2016 will not feature on club teams.

St. Senans AC Open Track and Field Sports Easter Monday ST. Senans A.C., Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny will hold their Annual Open Track and Field fixture on Easter Monday, March 28th Starting at 1 pm at the Sports Complex, Kilmacow. There will be a full list of track and field events for girls and boys from under 8 up, plus junior and senior races. Entry fee €8 per team. Senior Races Senior Mens 3,000m, Senior Ladies, 1,500m. Prizes for the first three individuals and the first two vets (one prize per athlete). Senior Entry Fee: €5. Enquiries: Bill Lacey: 086 8100299. ADMISSION €3 per adult and €3 per juvenile.

Battling it out at the recent 34th Annual Déise College Dungarvan 10k were Tom Hogan and J. J. Quinn both finished on the same time 45.36.

4th Annual Fun Run/Walk in aid of the Children’s Hospital, Crumlin on Easter Monday in Aglish THE 4th Annual Aglish fun run takes place on next Easter Monday, 28th March 2016. 10k run/5k run or 5 k walk. Entry fee €7 or a donation. Registration from 11 am. Walk starts 11.30 a.m. Run starts 11.45 a.m. Refreshments afterwards in Aglish Community

Hall. Numerous spot prizes. Sponsorship cards available on request. Facebook aglishfunrun@gmail.com mobile 086-8474285. Support club committee member Liam O'Donnell with his annual fundraiser for this brilliant cause.

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Making final preparations before the start of the recent Bausch and Lomb Kilmacthomas 5 were Kate Organ, Catherine Condon and Eleanor Casey.

Mick and Eddie on Marathon Trail once again MICK Concannon and Eddie Doran were on the marathon trail once again this weekend when they both made the long journey up north to run the North Coast Marathon which was held last Sunday. The route began and finished in Portstewart, taking in the villages of

Portrush and Bushmills and along by the Giants Causeway. It was a good sunny day for the race which was held over a scenic but hilly course. Mick completed it in 4 hours 9 minutes and Eddie finished in 4 hours 30 minutes. Well done to both.

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GOLF

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS: Tuesday, 15th March: Open Seniors. 1st: Andy Travers (14) 38 pts.; 2nd: Joe Curran (23) 37 pts. Best Lady: Kathleen Shanley (18) 29 pts. Slievenamon. Club Classic: Gents: 1st: David O’Connor (6), Brian O’Connor (9), Tommy Long (12) 68 pts; 2nd: Derek Power (3), Jack Moore (17), Willie Moore (18) 68 pts; 3rd: Roy Ware (9), Paul Ahearne (15), Nicholas Fitzgerald (23) 68 pts. Best Ladies: Esther McGuckian (14), Rosemary Murphy (17), Gerardine Hallinan (29) 69 pts. Best Mixed: Freddy McGuckian (14), Esther McGuckian (14), Joe Curran (23) 70 pts. LAST WEEK FOR PAYING GOLF INSURANCE Should golfers have insurance? Over the past few years a number of court cases have dealt with players getting hit with golf balls and in some cases made awards against the player who hit the ball. Also as golf clubs are expensive it is no harm to have them covered. Here in the Gold Coast we operate a policy on behalf of Aon Golfcare which is specifically designed with the golfer in mind. A full list of the benefits is on display in the kiosk. The cost to the golfer is €25 and the policy runs from the 1st April. Talk to Bob or Mark if you are interested. FIXTURES Tuesday 22nd March: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents. Friday 25th March: 18 Holes Open Singles. Saturday, 26th/Sunday, 27th March: 18 Holes Stableford. Tuesday 29th March: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies & Gents. UNBELIEVABLE GEOFF! Well done to Geoff Collins who scored an ace on the seventh hole on Saturday last. Geoff was playing in the Club Classic with Conor Clancy and Barry Murphy when he holed out in one. Geoff will now receive an inscribed medal from the club in the near future. Well done to the Kerryman. PAELLA, BURGERS, SAUSAGES ETC. That’s what will be available to all players taking part in our Captain’s Drive-In on Sunday, 17th April. Our Gent’s Captain, Rafael, who originally comes from Spain, the home of Paella, is arranging to have an expert come along on the day and cook the Paella here in the car park. The Drive-In will be at 10.00 a.m. and there will be a rumble and a singles competition immediately afterwards, shotgun start. SUMMER RULES Hard to believe that we are contemplating returning to Summer Rules after the winter we just experienced but the improvement in the course over the past week has been phenomenal and Summer Rules could come in fairly shortly. Players should check before playing as to any changes. SENIOR PAIRS TOURNAMENT This will take place on the three local courses on Tuesday 29th, Wednesday 30th and Thursday 31st March with a different format each day. The entry fee for members of any of the three local clubs is €40 per person for the three games. There will be prizes each day and overall prizes as well. For more information contact any of the three clubs or phone 058 44055. PREMIER BUTCHERS AT DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE Easter Sunday is the date for both semi-finals with Dunhill play-

ing Ballinacourty in the 1st match at 9.00 a.m. and Copper Coast playing Dungarvan in the second match at 10.15 approx. The final is scheduled for Saturday, 2nd April at 9.00 a.m. and the presentation of prizes will take place immediately afterwards in the Gold Coast Golf Hotel. DUBAI IRISH OPEN PRO-AM COMPETITION Gold Coast have entered a team for this competition and two players (1 lady and 1 Gent) will play in the qualifying round in Dooks Golf Club on Monday, 28th April at 12.50 p.m. The winners of the Ladies competition on Easter Monday will join the winner of the Gents competition on Sunday, 3rd April as the Gold Coast representatives. DRAW FOR GOLD COAST CUP MATCH-PLAY Anyone interested in playing in the Gold Coast Cup Singles match-play should enter his name on the sheet provided in the kiosk. Entry fee of €5 must be paid when entering. The draw will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday, 3rd April. NEW SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY COMPETITION: The draw, which will be carried out on a seeded basis using current handicaps on date of draw, will take place on Sunday, 10th April. Entry is €5 CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES DRAW This match-play competition draw will take place on Sunday 24th April. Entry fee is €5. Please enter on sheet in kiosk. COMING UP IN APRIL Saturday, 2nd April: Winter League Final. Sunday, 3rd April: Bobby Buckley Half Sub Qualifier and Draw for Gold Coast Cup. Sunday, 10th April: Monthly Medal. Saturday, 16th April: Saturday Half Sub Qualifier. Sunday, 17th April: Captain’s Drive In, Rumble and Singles. Wednesday, 20th April: Last day for preliminary round of Gold Coast Cup. Sunday, 24th April: ViceCaptain’s Prize presented by Brian O’Connor and Mixed Foursomes Draw. MEMBERSHIP FEES All players should now have received their annual subscription leaflet and we would ask that you pay as soon as possible. Last year we reduced our top rate by €100 and corresponding decreases in other rates and we have maintained these rates for 2016 at the same level as last year, the only increase is to the GUI levy which the Union decided to impose on all members. In the Gold Coast we prefer to give continuous benefits to our members by keeping our membership rates as low as possible and hopefully we will maintain these rates well into the future. If you would like to join the Gold Coast, why not give Bob or Mark a call on 058 44055. WINTER SPECIALS AT GOLD COAST Monday to Thursday: Golf €15 or Golf & Carvery €20 Friday: Golf €15 or Golf, Competition and Carvery €25 Saturday/Sunday: Golf €20 or Golf & Carvery €25. LADIES NOTES – SYMPATHY The Lady Captain Eilo, Lady President Anne and committee would like to extend their sympathy to our past Captain Loraine Birney on the recent death of her brother John Bolger in Dublin. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. FIXTURES: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition

Kirwan Chemist 13 Hole 2 card Competition. Easter Monday 18 Hole Competition sponsored by McGraths Pharmacy LADIES WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORED BY MOORINGS BAR AND RESTAURANT The two teams in contention on the final week were Helena’s team and Mary K’s team, there was much fun and banter going round last week as to who were the winning team. We now have the final results, and after a nail biting finish with only 6 points between them, Mary K’s team came out on top. A sterling effort was put in by both teams on the final round and some very high scores were achieved. Congratulations and well done to all the weekly prize winners and especially Mary K and her team on achieving the ultimate accolade!! LAST WEEK FOR PAYING GOLF INSURANCE Should golfers have insurance? Over the past few years a number of court cases have dealt with players getting hit with golf balls and in some cases made awards against the player who hit the ball. Also as golf clubs are expensive it is no harm to have them covered. Here in the Gold Coast we operate a policy on behalf of Aon Golfcare which is specifically designed with the golfer in mind. A full list of the benefits is on display in the kiosk. The cost to the golfer is €25 and the policy runs from the 1st April. Talk to Bob or Mark if you are interested. OUTING TO TIPPERARY GOLF CLUB Due to the inclement weather our last outing to Tipparay GC was a non event, so we are proposing a return trip on Sunday, 10th April. A list is posted in kiosk for names of those who wish to travel, all details of the outing are on the sheet, please add your name for a fun day out! CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES DRAW This match-play competition draw will take place on Sunday, 24th April. Entry fee is €5. Please enter on sheet in kiosk. PAELLA, BURGERS, SAUSAGES ETC. That’s what will be available to all players taking part in our Captain’s Drive In on Sunday 17th April. Our Gent’s Captain, Rafael, who originally comes from Spain, the home of Paella, is arranging to have an expert come along on the day and cook the Paella here in the car park. The Drive In will be at 10.00 a.m. and there will be a rumble and a singles competition immediately afterwards, shot-gun start. DUBAI IRISH OPEN PRO-AM This year many clubs around the country are running a qualifier for the Dubai Irish Open which will be held in Dooks GC in Killarney. Our first 18 hole competition on Easter Monday which is sponsored will also be the ladies qualifier. So polish up the clubs and the golf and you could be on your way to Killarney!! NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include free golf lessons and the use of clubs. Names are now being taken, for details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk (058-44055).

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DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net A GREAT week at the club. With improving weather, members new and old are returning to the course in droves.. Our Captain’s Drive-In took pride of place on Thursday as our four officers finally drove in to office. All four Captains despatched great drives from the first tee surrounded by a huge crowd of members and friends. A record entry took the course for the Captain’s Scramble followed by some food and craic in the bar. The clubhouse was a hive of activity and our Social Committee did a wonderful job organising a successful event. Thanks to Quinlan Butchers for providing the sponsorship to make the event such a success. Following the presentation we raffled a Limited edition Golfbag in aid of the Samaritans and Karen Frizelle was the lucky winner. Typical of Karen, she then donated the bag to the club to be used as a prize. Thanks to everyone for supporting a worthwhile cause. We particularly congratulate Megan O’Riordan on her fine drive (possibly the best of the four?) as she created history by being our first ever Junior Girls Captain at the club. A proud moment for her and her family. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE Our South East League team were in action last Sunday at home against neighbours West Waterford. Martin Lynch & Derek Power got us off to a great start with a handy win on 13. Gerry Raher & James Hayes quickly followed with another win on 16. However, our middle order struggled as Frank O’Donaghue & Joe Kiely, Ethan Raher and Willie O’Brien, and Matthew Lynch & Pat Stack were beaten. However, Tony O’Sullivan and John Clancy produced a brilliant “up and down” at the last to secure their victory and earn a draw for the team. In other news, we wish Kevin Stack and Alan Thomas the very best of luck as they head up country to compete in the West of Ireland at Rosses Point. This is the first major amateur tournament of the year and you can follow their progress on Golfnet.ie. Our Golfer of the week award goes to our popular vet and publican Pat Morrissey. Pat has recorded three victories in the last two weeks. But Pat isn’t too happy. Under “Muskerry” rules, his playing partners won’t cough up the wagers. Possibly a little EGM to follow

in the bar soon. FINAL OF THE SPRING LEAGUE KINDLY SPONSORED BY DAVID HAYES FINAL DRAW Henrick Stenson Adam Scott Michael Kelly V Eugene Slater Johnny Carroll PJ Kindregan Gerard Raher Francis Power Maurice Terry Tom Burke Pat Morrissey Paddy O’Brien Charlie Barry John Norris Thomas Whelan Evan Walsh John Clancy Eamonn Keane Tom McCabe John Moran

See Notice Board for Semi-Final Results Final Match play from Wednesday, 23rd to Sunday, 27th March. EASTER WEEK Easter is early this year and the Club have an array of open competitions commencing This Holy Thursday, 24th March with the gents hosting their popular SPAR Open Singles. Good Friday and Easter Saturday sees both the gents are ladies in action hosting Open Singles Stableford on both days. On Easter Sunday and Easter Monday the Gents the gents play Open Singles S/ford and the ladies host an open Singles S/ford on the Monday to conclude a very busy week. The full schedule of competitions is listed below. FIXTURES Thu 24 SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15 Fri 25 Open/Ladies Gents Singles S/F Sat 26 Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Sun 27 Open Gents Singles S/F Mon 28 Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Tue 29 Ladies 18 Singles S/F Wed 30 Seniors Pairs Classic MARCH RESULTS Mon 14th OPEN SENIORS 18h S/F Winner Colm Bannon (24) 36 2. Pa Morrissey (Lismore) (12) 36 3. Michael Power (9) (Cahir Park) 35 CAPTAINS DRIVE-IN ST. PATRICK’S DAY Winners: Derek Power (19) Ehtan Raher (13) James Harty (36) Euan Harrington (36) 25 4/12 2nd Christine OKeefe (24) Declan Walsh (8) Sean Whelan Barrett (7) Megan O’Riordon (Lady Junior Captain) (54) 26 3/12. 3RD Maurice Terry (10) Esme Dowdall (36) Kate McNamara (30) Kathleen Phelan (25) 26 ½ Open 18h S/F Spring League 16th / 17th: 1. Pat Morrissey (12) 43 2. John Moran (21) B9 Gross Daniel Raher (6) 33 18th/ 19th 18h S/F Spring League David Hayes 1st Barry Morrissey Junior (15) 41 2. Donal Williams (5) 41 Gross: Alan Thomas (-1) 39 3. John Carooll (9) 40 4.

Maurice Conway (10) 40 CSS 40 Sun 20th 1st Jake O’Riordon (06) 41; 2nd Paudie Flynn (12) 40 Gross Alan Thomas (-1) 36; 3. PJ Kindregan (9) 40 CSS 40 LADIES NOTES RESULTS Tuesday, 15th 16h S/F 1st Bernie Hayes (17) 35 2nd June James (20) 33 3. Olga Carroll (32) 33 4. Creina O’Sullivan (26) 33 5. Breda McCarthy (6) 31 Sunday, 19th 18h S/F 1st Cathie Whelan (12) 40 2nd Mary Phelan (22) 37 3rd Fidelma Fitzgerald (22) 37 LADIES HOME ALLIANCE CAPTAIN’S DAY 9th APRIL Maria Ryan is holding her Captain’s Day on Saturday, 9th April (1 pm – 3 pm). The timesheet will be available for booking from Thursday next, 24th March. Please put your name on the timesheet by Tuesday, 5th April. The draw will be made on Wednesday, 6th April, and posted to the website timesheet on Thursday. LADIES GET INTO GOLF In conjunction with the Confederation of Golf in Ireland, Dungarvan Golf Club are hosting an 8 week introductory programme to encourage more ladies to take up this wonderful game. The programme will include tuition from PGA Professional David Hayes as well as on course and social activities with club members. Equipment will be provided with follow on membership offers so spread the word to your friends, family and work colleagues. It is an ideal opportunity to take your first steps into Golf in a fun and friendly environment. SOCIAL BRIDGE Are you interested in playing bridge in the clubhouse on Friday mornings 11 a.m – 1 p.m? All Levels welcome. No Partner required for more details please contact Brenda Cummins on 086 6059032 PROGRESSIVE 45 RESULTS for 17th March: WINNERS: Michael Kelly & Pat McGovern Runners Up Vincent & Teresa Hayes Jack Elstead & Cait Mulcahy Last 5 Jim Kiersey & Pat Harty Lucky Table Mary O’Donovan & Carmel Buckley Progressive 45 every Thursday. All welcome. YOUNGONES RESULTS 16th March: Winner Bernie Hayes (17) 21 pts; 2nd Marianne Mulchay (32) 20. NEXT COMPETITON 23.03.16 at 12.20 Front 9 SIXTY.COM Results Wednesday, 16th March Sean English (19) 20 Best Gent Tom Phelan (28) 17. NEXT COMP 23rd March at 2 p.m. SIXTY.COM OUTING Bookings are now being taken for the annual outing. Killarney is the venue this year on the 24th and 25th April. A limited number of hotel rooms and golf slots are booked so reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Pat & Tom are taking the bookings NOW. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much

more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town), Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or assistance. JUNIOR NEWS Now that the Easter holidays are here we have plenty of activity for our junior golfers. We are hosting two open junior competitions and a fun Adult-junior Scramble. The first of our competitions is on Wednesday, 23rd with another one on Friday 1st April. The timesheets are live on the club website. Our Adult-Junior Scramble takes place on Sunday, 3rd April over 9 holes. If you wish to play, please enter your name on the list in the foyer. As Ryan would say, There are prizes for everyone in the audience. Tuition for our beginners and prejuniors continues next Saturday at 3 pm under the watchful eye of Club Professional, David Hayes. A great crowd turned up last week and thanks to James for his assistance. We wish our Junior Foursomes team the very best of luck this week. The team of four are at the Gold Coast Golf Club on Friday. And we wish Jake O’Riordan the best of luck as he enters the Muskerry Junior Scratch matchplay stages. Any enquiries relating to junior activities at the club can be directed to Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. PRO SHOP NEWS David’s shop is bursting at the seams with all the new arrivals. This week our Green Lamb collection arrived as well as the latest offerings from Powakaddy and Motokaddy. We now have fitting systems for Ping, Wilson, Mizuno and Callaway available to all our members for free custom fitting. All items can be found on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com as well as special offers. You can also follow us on Facebook. CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Pictured playing in the Sunshine Classic at West Waterford Golf Club over the weekend were Ciara Donnelly, Jean Conway (Lady Captain), Geraldine O'Connor and Phil Kelly.

a final round of 69. On the Web.Com Tour West Waterford’s second touring pro Seamus Power made five biridies in a third round 68 to move into the top 20 in the Chitimacha Louisiana Open. Seamus opened with a 64 but followed it with a 74 before moving back up the leaderboard at Le Triomphe Golf and Country Club in Broussard. In round 4 Seamus had a round of 72 and finished on 6 under par (T35). EASTER GOLF CAMPS West Waterford’s first Easter Golf Camp got underway this week and Camp 2 will take place from Tuesday 29th – Friday, 1st April. Girls (age 5 – 13) 11.00 am-12.30 pm. Boys (age 5 – 8) 1.30 pm-3.00 pm. Boys (age 9 – 13) 3.00 pm – 4.30 pm. The cost is €25. To book your child’s place on the camp contact: Twmurphy9@gmail.com or phone Tim Murphy on 086 3521070. TWENTY YEARS A GROWING – 2007 Michael O’Dwyer took over as Captain with Brendan Cullinan as President and Joanna Barron as Lady Captain. Being honoured with the hosting of the Irish Youths Championship for 2007 we looked forward to an exciting year at the club. Once again our JB Carr team did the club proud beating all opposition en route to the County Final where they emerged victorious over Waterford GC. Fintan Gee with a score of 137 accepted the Captain’s Prize from Michael O’Dwyer. The Lady Captain’s Prize went to April Dawson. On the last week in June Seamus Power would shine in the Irish Youths Championship. Having returned from the U.S. to compete on home soil he created his own bit of history by winning the title for a third time. This was a record achieved only once before by no less than former Tour Professional John McHenry. Our junior foursomes team having defeated Limerick in the Munster Final headed for Westport to compete in the All Ireland Finals. Victory over the Antrim champions in the semi final set up a final tie with South County GC. Playing superb golf our young guns won the final to capture

their second Irish National title in two years. Team manager Justin Spratt was duly honoured for his contribution to junior golf when he was awarded the August Sports Star accolade at the Park Hotel monthly series. Seamus Power crowned a highly successful season by winning a major competition in his freshman year at East Tennessee State. With our juniors leading the way and a steady inflow of new members 2007 would become a watershed in the history of West Waterford golf. OUR WEBSITE Just a reminder that the full list of Winter League teams and the results as they stand at present are posted on the club website www.westwaterfordgolf.com. As qualifying round results become available they will be updated and published on the evening of the concluding day of that round. Please note that when checking the ‘find your team’ link you should enter your last name followed by a space and first name. Your team listing in order of handicap can be accessed by clicking on the magnifier to the left of your name. Billy O’Sullivan continues to do a professional job on

the site and is always available to update as required. I would recommend that you visit the site and see for yourself what’s happening at West Waterford. RESTAURANT OPEN FOR SUNDAY LUNCH Sunday Lunch at West Waterford is continuing to be a great success to date and wish to thank you all for your continued support. If you haven’t done so already why not come along and relax in the warmth of our bar and restaurant. Sunday lunch is available between 12.30 pm and 3 pm. CONFIRMATION AND COMMUNION MENU AVAILABLE Do you have a Confirmation or First Communion in 2016? If you do then our first communion and confirmation menus are now available. Give us a call on 058 43216 or call into the bar or office at West Waterford to get a copy. We look forward to serving you. CONDOLENCES We offer sincere condolences to Richie Hurley and the extended Hurley family on the sad passing of his father at the weekend. May he rest in Peace. WEST WATERFORD GC LADIES WINTER LEAGUE The third round has now

be completed and the leaderboard is as follows: 1. Connecticut (Cpt: Reena McDonnell) 273 pts New Hampshire (Cpt: Joan Nugent) 273 pts 3. New York (Cpt: Rena Landers) 264 pts 4. Maine (Cpt: Una Mulligan) 255 pts 5. Vermont (Cpt: Ann Rochford) 240 pts 6. Rhode Island (Cpt: Eileen Harty) 232 pts 7. Massachuetts (Cpt: Jean O'Donovan) 215 pts 8. New Jersey (Cpt: Mary Fahey) 110 pts. Winner of round 3 - singles - Reena Landers (36) 32 pts. The 4th round of winter league - 28 th March to Saturday, 2nd April. This is matchplay round, draw as follows; Team 1 (Connecticut) V Team 8 (New Jersey). Team 2 (New Hampshire) V Team 7 (New York). Team 3 (New York) V Team 6 ( Rhode Island) Team 4 (Vermont) V Team 8 (New Jesery) SUNSHINE CLASSIC The Sunshine Classic continues until Sunday, 27th March. Timesheets open. €100 per 4 person team. For booking and full details contact 058 43216 or 087 8146888. 9 hole March is sponsored by Joan Ronayne.

Plate competition has been decided also, with Teams B, H, L and O going through. They were the teams that were able to produce the best four combined scores. Again there were some brilliant scores produced by the teams here. Some teams were unfortunate not to be closer to getting into the finals but sadly they didn't have all team mates playing so they were playing catch-up from the beginning. Best of luck to the four teams in the final. There will be a break this week from the league and an Open competition will be played for everyone. The competition is a 2/3 ball better ball and should be an enjoyable break from the rigorous competition that has been ongoing. It gives a chance for everyone to relax and have

some fun!! TALLOW AREA CREDIT UNION SPRING LEAGUE 12-Hole Stableford Competition: Results: 1st Seamus Beecher (18) 31 pts; 2nd Nicholas Walsh (20) 29 pts L3; 3rd Kevin Foley (17) 29 pts L6. The competition for the upcoming week is an Open Two/Three Person Better Ball (any combination). It is sponsored by Liam Feeney Construction. It will run from Monday, 21st Monday, 28th March, all welcome. A reminder that membership is overdue and we urge that anyone who has not paid will do so as soon as possible. LISMORE LADIES With the fine weather we have seen a lot of activity on

the course this week. The course is drying out nicely and if the weather holds for a little while longer it will be back to it's usual splendour. The greens have been at their usual best even during the bad weather. Four of our ladies travelled to Cobh G.C. - JoJo Tobin (Lady Captain), Amanda Power, Mag Morrissey and Mary Ahern on Sunday, 20th to compete in the Neighbours Cup and they acquitted themselves very well coming 4th out of 8 teams. The competition was won by Blarney G.C. and we would like to thank Cobh G.C. for their hospitality and a great day out. The Easter Prizes - kindly sponsored by Riordan's SuperValu Fermoy, which is from Sunday, 13th March to

Tuesday, 22nd March – 9 Holes S/Ford aggregate of 2 best cards – re-entry allowed. There is a stand alone 12 Hole competition on Wednesday, 23rd March and we will have a presentation of prizes on Wednesday at approx. 5.30 p.m. Please support. Teams placings after 4 rounds, are as follows: Team D: Daphne Power 237 pts Team F: Patricia Bolger McCarthy - 236 pts Team C: Joan Cahillane 232 pts Team A: Amanda Power 226 pts Team B: Fiona Howard 223 pts Team G: Patricia Lonergan - 197 pts Team E: Betty Joyce - 145 pts

FIXTURES Easter Prizes will run from Sunday, 13th March to Tuesday, 22nd March – 9 Holes S/Ford aggregate of 2 best cards – re-entry allowed. Wednesday, 23rd March 12 Holes S/Ford Over Easter there is a 3 or 2 person Team Event - Check the Gents Notice Board for more information. 5th Round Spring League from Thursday, 24th March to Saturday, 2nd April 12 Holes S/Ford Re-entry 6th and Final Round Spring League from Sunday, 3rd April to Saturday, 9th April 18 Holes S/Ford - play once only. FEES It's that time of year again, all fees now due please. Prompt payment would be much appreciated.

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS 18 Hole Stableford Wed., 16th March Winner: Des Cleary (12) 40 pts South East League at Dungarvan Sunday, March 20th West Waterford 6 pts, Dungarvan 6 pts. FIXTURES Monday, March 21st – Sunday, March 27th: Sunshine Classic Team of 4 Ladies, Gents or Mixed. Monday, March 28th: Junior Scratch Cup. Hcaps 511. Ring 058 43216 for bookings. Tuesday, March 29th: Round 4 Comeragh Oil Winter League – 18 Hole Stableford. UPCOMING FIXTURES Every Tuesday from April 5th. All Day Open 9 hole – Members, Guests and Visitors Welcome. Every Wednesday from March 30th – Al Eile Open Qualifier – Exceptional value at €15. Friday, 8th April – South Munster Seniors at West Waterford GC. SOUTH EAST LEAGUE Following a 6-all draw with neighbours Dungarvan our

South East League teams travel to Castlemartyr on Sunday next to face Youghal in the final round. We had a decisive victory over Youghal at home in Rd 1, but they will provide a strong challenge on Sunday. Best of luck to Tommy and Stephen as they bid for the Section A title. 2016 SUNSHINE CLASSIC GETS UNDERWAY Our annual fundraising Sunshine Classic got underway on Thursday of last week, St. Patrick’s Day and continues until Sunday, 27th March. There has been a great turnout of golfers, from far and near, who are competing for that sunshine holiday. The course is in very good shape thanks to that great dry spell that we have had and many have commented on the condition of the greens in West Waterford which are in fantastic shape. Great praise must go to the hard work of all the staff who look after the course so well. Remember that as well as the top 7 teams we also have a daily qualifier for the Grand Final on Saturday, 2nd April. So whether it’s the sunshine

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org THE finalists for the Tallow Area Credit Union Spring League have been decided. There was great competition between the four teams but there could only be two to go through. Those teams to go through to the final are Team J and Team N. Both teams were taken to the limit in the semifinals by their competitors

Teams G and C respectfully, but they managed to get over the finish line and get to the safety of the finals. There are some great head-to-head matches on display here and with the fantastic scores that are being produced, it will be an exciting conclusion. Best of luck to both teams in the final. The final for the

holiday, the cuppa in the horse box or just a game of golf in friendly surroundings you desire, we can guarantee a hearty West Waterford welcome to one and all. If you haven’t done so already ring the office now and book your time. Entry for the Classic is €100 for a team of four persons. Re-entry to the classic for players is €15 per person. SUPER SUNSHINE RAFFLE There are still some tickets available for our Sunshine Raffle with a first prize of a 5 night holiday in the Algarve for 2 plus €200 flight voucher. Second prize is an overnight stay for 2 plus dinner and B&B for 2 people in any of the Flynn Group Hotels. You could also win Dinner for 2 at the Cliff House Hotel, The Tannery Restaurant, and West Waterford GC Restaurant. As this is a major fundraising venture for our club we earnestly request all members to purchase at least one book of tickets and where possible to sell a few books. Contact Gillian at the office or committee members for further information. WINTER LEAGUE Just a reminder that the 4th round of the Winter League will be getting underway on Tuesday, 29th March. UPDATES ON OUR TOURING GOLFING PROFESSIONALS Well done to West Waterford’s Gary Hurley who finished tied for 19th place in The Barclays Kenya Open 2016 on 7 under par. Gary had rounds of 70, 71, 71 and

Former President Pat Murray and President for 2016 Diarmuid Horgan along with Joan Ronayne and Rena Landers who played in the Sunshine Classic at West Waterford Golf Club over the weekend.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Local Derby Sargent Cup game in aid of Sesame School this Friday

Game sponsored by John Foley, Kilrush Service Station, Dungarvan

THE 2016 senior hurling competitive year gets underway in the Fraher Field this Friday at 8 p.m. when age old rivals Abbeyside and Dungarvan meet in the first round of the county league/Sargent cup. Both teams have been drawn in different groups in the championships, so depending on their respective progress, this may be the only occasion these great rivals may play one another in 2016. Both clubs have come together to add further to the occasion and with kind permission from the county board, this eagerly looked forward to game will be a fundraiser for the local Sesame Special Needs Preschool which is based at the White Strand, Abbeyside since 2014. All funds raised will go towards a much needed outdoor playground which will prove to be a very important facility at the school for years to come. On the field of play both teams, at this early stage of the season haven’t any form to go on but if the game turns out to be like recent championship and other Sargent Cup outings, then the rival supporters should be treated to another encounter of the close kind. Admission to the match is £5. RECENT CHAMPIONSHIP DERBIES Sunday, 27th May, 2012 THRILLING LOCAL DERBY CLASH ENDS ALL SQUARE’ Abbeyside ...................... 1-15; Dungarvan ..................... 0-18. THIS eagerly awaited local derby clash between these

greatest of rivals fully lived up to expectation and the fine attendance at the Fraher Field on Saturday evening last were treated to a thrilling contest that ebbed and flowed throughout. Scorers: Abbeyside: P. Hurney 1-1, M. O’Halloran 0-5, M. Ferncombe 0-4, M. Gorman 0-3, R. Foley, E. Enright (0-1) each. Dungarvan: Cormac Curran 0-6, J. Nagle 0-3, G. Crotty 0-3, Colm Curran 0-2, E. Healy 0-2, K. Duggan 0-2. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Evan Collins, Shane Briggs, Gavin Breen; Richie Foley, John Hurney, Maurice Power; Mark Gorman, Sean O’Hare; Mark Fives, John Gorman, Michael O’Halloran; Mark Ferncombe (capt.), Patrick Hurney, Shane Crotty. Subs: Patrick Lynch for G. Breen; James O’Mahony for M. Gorman; Gary Hurney for S. Crotty; Eoin Enright for S. O’Hare; John Phelan for M. Ferncombe. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Derek Barry, J. P. Tutty; Shane Kearney, Kenny Moore, Conor Sheridan; Jamie Nagle, Eoin Healy; Sean Ryan, Gavin Crotty, Colm Curran; Ryan Donnelly, Cormac Curran, Karl Duggan. Subs: Kevin Daly for Sean ryan; David Houlihan for Ryan Donnelly. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

Sunday, 25th August, 2013 SECOND HALF GOALS SECURES VILLAGE VICTORY Abbeyside ................... 2-11; Dungarvan ................... 0-17. THIS much anticipated local derby final group game at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening lived up to all its prematch expectations with another close game between these two teams who drew in 2012 on a scoreline of 1-15 to 0-18. On that occasion Dungarvan failed to raise a green flag and this was their undoing again here as one felt that a goal at any stage of

a dominant 40 minutes would have closed out the game in their favour. Scorers: Abbeyside: Mark Gorman 0-6 (5f), Patrick Hurney 1-3, Stephen Enright 1-0, Richie Foley 0-1. Dungarvan: Patrick Curran 0-9 (8f), Cormac Curran 0-3, Jamie Nagle, Cathal Curran, Colm Curran and Gavin Crotty 0-1 each. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Shane O’Donovan, Sean O’Hare, John Power; Maurice Power, John Gorman, John Hurney; Richie Foley, David Collins; Gavin Breen, Gary Hurney, Mark Fives; Mark Ferncombe, Patrick Hurney, Mark Fives. Subs: Shane Crotty (ht), Michael O’Halloran (53), Conor Hickey (59). Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Conor Sheridan, Kevin Daly, Karl Duggan; Shane Kearney, Kenny Moore, Eoin Healy; Jamie Nagle, Sean Ryan; Patrick Curran, Gavin Crotty, Colm Curran; Ryan Donnolly, Cormac Curran, Cathal Curran. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

RECENT SARGENT CUP DERBIES Sunday, 22nd July, 2012 BLUES SHADE EXCITING LOCAL DERBY GAME Dungarvan ........................2-9; Abbeyside ......................0-14. THESE local rivals served up an exciting and well contested encounter in this county senior hurling league game played in the rain at the Abbeyside venue on Sunday afternoon last. Scorers: Dungarvan: Cormac Curran 1-7, D. Houlihan 1-0, K. Moore 0-1, S. Ryan 0-1. Abbeyside: M. Gorman 0-5, G. Hurney 0-3, P. Hurney 0-3, M. Ferncombe 0-2, R. Foley 0-1. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Kevin Daly, Derek Barry, Luke Egan; Jason Mahony, Kenny Moore, Trevor Galvin; Sean Ryan, Conor Sheridan; Shane Kearney, Cormac Curran, David Houlihan;

25th August, 2013 – Dungarvan's Cathal Curran about to catch the sliotar against Abbeyside's David Collins during Round 5 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Conor Mulcahy, Colum Curran, Gavin Crotty. Subs: Darragh Fitzgerald for G. Crotty; Thomas Cleary for C. Mulcahy. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Evan Collins, Diarmuid Henley, Gavin Breen; James Mahony, Maurice Power, Shane O’Donovan; Richie Foley, Conor Hickey; Colm Kindregan, Gary Hurney, Eoin Enright; Mark Gorman, Patrick Hurney, Mark Ferncombe. Subs: John Phelan for J. Mahony; Shane Crotty for C. Kindregan; David Collins for E. Enright; Ross Dunford for C. Hickey. Referee: Donal O Murchadha (An Rinn).

Saturday, May 10th, 2014 ABBEYSIDE WIN LOCAL DERBY IN AID OF COMMUNITY HOSPITAL BUS SARGENT CUP HURLING Abbeyside ………….. 4-12; Dungarvan …………...1-10. A LARGE attendance supported this fixture in aid of the Dungarvan Community Hospital Bus Fundraiser at a very cold Dungarvan Club Grounds last Saturday evening. First half goals by Mark Gorman (2) and minor Sean Daly settled this local derby as the visitors enjoyed a 3-7 to 0-8 half-time advantage. The home team improved somewhat in the second half but a goal from a penalty by the Village keeper Stephen Enright, following some pressure from the home team, kept Abbeyside well in the driving seat and they fully deserved their second win in this year’s Sargent Cup. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Shane O’Donovan, Sean O’Hare, Brian Looby; Maurice Power, James O’Mahony, Colm Kindregan; Michael O’Halloran, David Collins; Gary Hurney, John Hurney, Sean Daly; Mark Ferncombe, Patrick Hurney, Mark Ferncombe. Subs : Mark Fives, Eoin Enright, Liam Beresford, Shane Crotty, Patrick Lynch. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Conor Sheridan, Kevin Daly, Derek Barry; Gavin Power, Kenny Moore, Mickey Power; Sean Ryan, Eoin Healy; Cormac Curran, Liam Ryan, Trevor Crotty; David Houlihan, Michael Kiely, Rian Crotty. Subs: Graham Nagle, Colm Curran, Eamonn Ryan. Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).

Sunday, 29th March, 2015 GROUP 2 DUNGARVAN WINS LOW KEY DERBY Dungarvan …………...1-20; Abbeyside ……………1-12. Played at the Burgery grounds last Sunday morning, this wasn’t the traditional local derby game with both clubs missing a good number of regulars and the very strong cross wind preventing any good standard of play. Eoin Kiely for Abbeyside and Gavin Power for the Blues raised the white flags and the scoring tally of Patrick Curran, 0-8 (5f) and Gavin Crotty, 0-5 (2f) went a long way to ensuring tthe two league points on offer for the visiting team.

Saturday, 26th May, 2012 – Dungarvan's Kenny Moore wins this duel with Abbeyside's John Gorman during the Waterford J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; John Havens, Conor Sheridan, Luke Egan; Sean Ryan, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran 0-2, Kieran Power 0-1; Michael Kiely, Colm Curran 0-2, Gavin Power 1-0; Trevor Crotty 0-1, Patrick Curran 0-8, Gavin Crotty 0-5. Subs: John Curran, Aidan Kirwan 0-1. Abbeyside: Gavin Breen; Eoin Bergin, Sean O’Hare, Maurice Power; Colm Kindregan, Evan Collins, Shane O’Donovan; Tiernan Murray, David Collins 0-2 (1f); Mark Gorman 0-2, Mark Fives 0-1, Eoin Enright; Stephen Cliffe 0-2f, Gary Hurney 0-2, Eoin Kiely 1-1, Subs: Jack Duggan 0-1, Mikey Coleman. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

MESSAGE FROM SESAME SPECIAL NEEDS PRESCHOOL White Strand Childcare Facility, Abbeyside Sesame Special Needs Preschool has been running in Dungarvan for the past 30 years. The main function of Sesame is to provide an early intervention service for Children with additional needs. Children attend Sesame from Co. Waterford. In Sesame we provide a

positive and safe learning environment for Children. We are funded by the HSE Disability Service. At present 20 Children attend Sesame on a weekly basis. Applications are accepted through the HSE West Waterford Early Intervention team (WWEI). Children can access the service on reaching two years of age. Sesame is supported by the HSE Early Intervention Team and Children access therapies such as occupational therapy, speech & language, psychology and physio as needed in the service. As a team we carry reflective practice through observations, assessments, reports, team meetings and family interventions. Throughout the day we provide opportunities for choice, turn taking, creative imagination and individualism. In July 2014 Sesame moved to its new premises at White Strand, Abbeyside. This move has afforded the service the opportunity to grow and has seen the serv-

ice increase to a greater number of families. We are looking to fund raise for an outdoor specialised playground and we cannot emphasise the benefits of outdoor play for children with additional needs. Playing outside, whether it’s directed play or independent play, offers significant physical and social benefits to children with special needs.. Regular outdoor play helps children to improve body awareness, motor skills, and balance. This outdoor playground would be a very valuable resource to our children. Contact details for Sesame are sesamepreschool@cablesurf.com and 058-40001. The Management, Staff and Families of Sesame would like to take this opportunity to thank Dungarvan GAA Club and Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club and their Senior Hurling Teams & supporters for suggesting this charity event on our behalf.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Allianz National Hurling League Division 1A Round 5

Superb display earns deserved draw Waterford ……………0-24; Galway ………………1-21. IT was positives all the way in Walsh Park last Sunday for a Waterford line-out that some expected would not be able to match a visiting Galway fifteen who had to win this game to have any hope of staying in league contention and avoiding a relegation play-off. Derek McGrath’s charges were the better team throughout and but for a goal against the run of play before halftime and a late surge between the 64th and the 67th minute which earned the Tribesmen four unanswered points, Waterford were the far most impressive team out on the field. This outing demonstrated for the first time in a competitive game the strength of the Waterford panel and, going on this display, there will be a welcome battle for places in the remainder of the league and in the lead-up to the championship. Every player out on the field last Sunday did himself a favour in this regard and while Shane Bennett was the undisputed man of the match, others such as Conor Gleeson, the Roche brothers, Gavin O’Brien and Brian O’Halloran gave outstanding displays which will be a huge boost to their confidence at this level. In addition, other fringe players such as Tom Devine, Thomas Ryan, Ian O’Regan and Shane McNulty were not found wanting and Kevin Moran did a splendid job in marshalling Galway’s key player Joe Canning throughout. Maurice Shanahan lofted over a very valuable 0-9 (8f) while Mikey Kearney’s impact when introduced yielded two crucial scores and it was encouraging to see Pauric

Mahony make a return to the playing fields in the 68th minute. The Ballygunner star gave the pass to Gavin O’Brien for the match equalising score and also provided for Shane Bennett’s last gasp effort to win the game that went inches wide at the city end of the grounds. The game was also of huge benefit to Tadhg De Burca in his comeback from injury and all going well, he should be ready for the championship. A fine attendance of 5,029 filtered through the Walsh Park turnstiles and Waterford sprinted out of the traps with Shane Roche providing for a Tom Devine point after just 30 seconds and the Shamrocks’ clubman followed up within the minute on receipt of the sliotar from Tadhg De Burca. Davy Glennon replied immediately for Galway and already it was looking as if a high scoring encounter was on the cards. The home side struck four of the next five scores by the 10th minute, comprised of two beauties from Shane Bennett and two pointed frees from Maurice Shanahan with Galway’s sole reply from the hurley of Jason Flynn. Waterford’s pace and first touch was superior to that of their visitors and it was left to Joe Canning to keep them in touch throughout the first 20 minutes or so with pointed frees and one from play. Ahead by 0-6 to 0-2, anytime Galway scored, the home team replied with such as Brian O’Halloran (2), the speedy Shane Bennett and Maurice Shanahan (2f), while Eanna Burke, twice, and Aidan Harte dissected the posts for the tribesmen to leave the scoreboard reading 0-12 to 0 -8 on the half hour mark.

After some poor wides, Galway finished the first half strongly, initially with points by Niall Burke and Joe Canning (f) while on the concession of a needless free, Cathal Mannion and David Burke combined from Joe Canning’s delivery to set up centre forward Niall Burke for the only goal of the game and a good one at that. After doing all the hurling, Waterford trailed at the short whistle by 1-10 to 0-12 with Galway striking five first half wides and the home team four. Some of the county’s youngest goalies were entertaining the attendance during the interval and like at the start of the game, scores were again plentiful when referee Brian Gavin threw in the ball for the second time. Joe Canning pointed his fourth free but inside nine minutes Waterford had regained their early advantage thanks to three points in a row via Brian O’Halloran, his third, Maurice Shanahan (f), his sixth and Shane Bennett, his fourth, to lead by the minimum at 0-15 to 1-11. When Joe Canning placed David Burke for an immediate point and it could have been a goal, it levelled the game for the last time for 22 minutes as Waterford, playing some exceptional hurling opened up a 0-3 advantage at one stage. Thomas Ryan was influential in this, he won a free which Maurice Shanahan punished and then the Tallow player scored a contender for score of the match himself. Shane Bennett lofted over his fifth point from play, Shanahan landed one of each variety and with Galway confined to replies by Niall Burke and Davy Glennon, the home side led by 0-20 to 1-14 with 57 minutes on the clock.

One felt that during this period of play Waterford could have driven on and taken all two league points but credit Galway, they worked their way back into the contest and, indeed, by the 67th minute, they had claimed what looked like a 0-1 winning lead. Between the 57th and the 64th minutes there was a triple exchange of points between Conor Whelan and Mikey Kearney, Niall Burke and Shane Bennett, Mikey Kearney and Joe Canning, 0-23 to 1-17 before Galway sprinted for home. The home team were kept scoreless for the next eight minutes as Galway raised four consecutive white flags, via Cathal Mannion (2), Conor Whelan and David Burke, the latter benefitting from his second half move out the field, and despite Waterford’s heroic efforts throughout, it looked as if they were going to be caught at the posts. However, in the second of the three minutes of added time announced, Roanmore’s Gavin O’Brien capped a fine display by striking over a lengthy score to level the match for the fourth and final time. Waterford supporters were happy leaving the venue in the knowledge, perhaps, that for the first time the county has a ‘bench’ to call on. Waterford’s Top Three: Shane Bennett, Gavin O’Brien, Conor Gleeson. Galway’s Top Three: Niall Burke, David Burke, Aidan Harte. Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Bennett. Number of Scorers: Waterford 8. Galway 9. Scores from Play: Waterford 0-16. Galway 1-17. Frees For: Waterford 13. Galway 11.

Waterford's Brian O'Halloran and Galway's Adrian Tuohy in action in the Allianz National Hurling League game at Walsh Park on Sunday last. [Noel Browne] Wides: Waterford 9. Galway 8. Score of the Match: Waterford’s 72nd minute point, engineered by Ian O’Regan and Pauric Mahony and executed by Gavin O’Brien. Scorers for Waterford: M. Shanahan (0-9, 0-8 frees); S. Bennett (0-6); B. O’Halloran (0-3); M Kearney (0-2); C. Roche, T. Devine, G. O’Brien, T. Ryan (0-1 each). Scorers for Galway: N. Burke (1-3); J. Canning

(0-6, 0-4 frees); D. Burke, E. Burke, D. Glennon, C. Mannion, C. Whelan (0-2); J. Flynn, A. Harte (0-1 each). GALWAY: J. Skehill; F. Moore, J. Hanbury, P. Hoban; A. Tuohy, D. Burke, D. Collins; A. Harte, D. Glennon; J. Flynn, N. Burke, J. Canning; E. Burke, A. Smith, C. Mannion. Substitutes: R. Burke for P. Hoban (45 mins), C. Whelan for A. Smith (46), R. Cummins for E. Burke (57), S. Moloney for J. Flynn (66).

WATERFORD: I. O’Regan; S. Roche, S. McNulty, C. Gleeson; K. Moran, T. de Burca, G. O’Brien; A. Gleeson, S. O’Sullivan; M. Shanahan, T. Devine, S. Bennett; B. O’Halloran, T. Ryan, C. Roche. Substitetes: M. Kearney for Gleeson (48 mins, inj), J. Dillon for C. Roche (55), Philip Mahony for O’Sullivan (61), Pauric Mahony for Ryan (68). Referee: B. Gavin (Offaly).

Pauric Mahony is back PAURIC Mahoney had his leg broken in a game for his club Ballygunner last May but one of the loudest cheers in Walsh Park last Sunday was when he was introduced as a 68th minute substitute against Galway. Derek McGrath’s side secured a draw with a late point against Galway in this afternoon’s Division 1A Allianz hurling league tie but the best news of the day for Deise followers in Walsh Park was the sight of Mahony coming off the bench. When Waterford won their third hurling league title last May, it was Mahony who was their chief scorer as he struck 0-11 in the final win over Cork but he suffered the season-ending injury six days later in a club match. Waterford’s defence of their league crown sees them take on Wexford in a quarter-final tie on 2-3 April and the return of Mahony is a big boost to Derek McGrath’s squad. Pauric Mahony expressed relief at

making his comeback to competitive hurling in Waterford’s draw against Galway on Sunday after an eleven-month injury lay-off. Manager Derek McGrath gave him the nod in training on Friday night to wear the number 20 shirt and he was introduced to a loud reception on 68 minutes. “I’ve been waiting a while and champing at the bit to get in there,” he said. “Once Derek gave me the go ahead on Friday night that I would be in the 26, I was just delighted. “I have a lot of work to do and there’s a good few months of hard work ahead. It’s just great to get out onto the field.” Mahony played his part in an exciting finish as he supplied the assist for Gavin O’Brien’s leveller on 72 minutes. “I was a bit rusty,” he stated modestly. “I’ll have to fit in a few alley sessions on my own. There’s plenty of time to work on

that.” The 23-year-old spent 316 days out of action since his shin break in a Waterford SHC game with Ballygunner last May. On his previous inter-county appearance, Mahony shot 11 points against Cork in Semple Stadium to clinch Waterford’s third league title. “There’s times over the last eleven months that you doubt whether you are going to get back there at all. It’s a relief running out onto the field. Mahony stayed patient and started to make considerable progress over recent weeks. “The surgeon gave me the go ahead to start playing games about five or six weeks ago. To a degree, you could say that we are behind a little bit. We didn’t really have a target, just taking every session as it comes. Over the last couple of weeks, I started to pick things up and I was able to get into a bit of full contact.” He realises that he must continue on

that upward curve to force his way back into the reckoning. The strength in depth at McGrath’s disposal was proven on Sunday. “Competition for places is phenomenal. It’s great to see all the lads coming in and showing that they are well able. They really stepped up to the plate.” CHANGES WORK Derek McGrath was pleased with the displays of debutants Conor Gleeson, Colm Roche and Shane Roche in Waterford's draw with Galway. The trio were among 10 changes from the side that surrendered an 11-match unbeaten Allianz League record against Dublin the previous weekend. “I am delighted with the spirit and resilience shown. I am delighted, in particular, for guys that were making their debuts — Conor Gleeson, Colm and Shane Roche,” said manager Derek McGrath.. “It was probably well flagged

beforehand that we had made a lot of changes, but that wasn’t any disrespect to Galway or the actual league itself, and we did well in cocooning ourselves from any comments surrounding what kind of team we were picking. We did what we felt was right for our team and we are glad to stand over it. “Conor Gleeson and Shane Roche did very well in defence. They are clever lads. I am delighted for them because in the run-up to the game, there was a lot of talk, even within Waterford, that maybe we should have made five changes, that 10 was overly dramatic. "The start helped us. We didn’t want a situation where any of the lads would be disheartened or any type of a ‘B team’ status associated with them because we don’t feel we are in the company of a lot of the top teams who can put out different teams.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Gaelic Jottings Waterford v London THE London senior footballers come to the Fraher Field this Easter Sunday for their penultimate Division 4 Allianz National League game against Waterford. This is a must win game for the home team to avoid joining their visitors at the basement of the National Football League. Last year, we drew away to the exiles and the year before, they defeated us in Carriganore, so Tom McGlinchey’s men will have their hands full to register their second win of this year’s campaign. Table toppers Antrim only beat London by 1-11 to 0-11 in Belfast, where as the Saffron County defeated us by 1-16 to 0-6 at the same venue. London have lost all of their games narrowly bar away to Wexford and they will see Sunday’s fixture as a realistic opportunity to win their first game of the league. The throw in is at 1 pm. DIVISION 4: ANTRIM CLOSE TO PROMOTION Saturday: Leitrim v Carlow, Carrickon-Shannon, 2.0 Sunday: Waterford v London, Fraher Field, 1.0; Louth v Wexford, Drogheda, 3.0; Wicklow v Antrim, Aughrim, 3.0 Antrim, who together with Dublin and Tyrone are the only counties on full points across all the divisions, will be guaranteed promotion if they beat Wicklow in Aughrim. The Ulstermen have ten points, two ahead of Louth and Wexford. They meet in Drogheda in a repeat of last year’s Division 3 clash which Louth won. Leitrim, Carlow and Wicklow are all on four points, while London are the only team in the division without a point.

Allianz NHL Quarter-Finals LUCK smiled on Kilkenny, Clare and Dublin as they earned home advantage for their Allianz Hurling League quarter-finals after a coin toss on Monday morning last. After Sunday's final round of games, Kilkenny will host Offaly, Tipperary travel to Clare, while Dublin will play out a repeat of last year's quarter-final against Limerick in the capital. Wexford avoided the coin toss because they only played two of their games on their own patch, with their opponents Waterford togging out at home on three occasions. The Model County therefore have been given the home draw. Galway will be at home for the Division 1A relegation showdown with Cork. Allianz Hurling League Division 1 quarter-finals: Dublin v Limerick, Parnell Park, Saturday 2 April, 7 pm Kilkenny v Offaly, Nowlan Park,Sunday 3 April, 3.45 pm Wexford v Waterford, Wexford Park, Sunday 3 April, 3.30 pm Clare v Tipperary, Cusack Park, Sunday 3 April, 3.45 pm Division 1A relegation play-off Galway v Cork, Pearse Stadium, Sunday 3 April, 3.45 pm Division 1B relegation play-off Kerry v Laois, Tralee, Saturday 2 April, 5 pm Division 2A promotion play-off Carlow v Westmeath, O'Connor Park, Tullamore, 26 March, 4 pm

Pretty Reading IN Waterford’s first year back in Division 1A of the Allianz NHL, the final league

table is easy to look at from our perspective. ALLIANZ HURLING LEAGUE ROINN 1A P W L D F A Pts Kilkenny Waterford Dublin Tipperary Galway Cork

5 5 5 5 5 5

4 3 3 2 1 0

1 0 1 1 2 0 2 1 2 2 5 0

106 94 93 90 101 99 122 102 109 114 113 145

8 7 6 5 4 0

Reminder to Clubs COUNTY secretary Pat Flynn has sent all clubs a reminder that the Public Liability, Property Insurance and the Players Injury Fund subscriptions are due and must be with Croke Park on or before the 31st March. Public Liability and Property Insurance: In order for the County to forward the total insurance due by 31st of March we request that clubs have their payments in full with the Runaí, Cisteoir or the Accounts Administrator by Monday, 28th March. Players Injury Scheme: Payment must be made directly to Croke Park on before the 31st of March. Cover under the Injury Fund is provided on a calendar year basis from Jan 1 to December 31. Only clubs who are fully registered and paid on or before March 31 will be covered by the fund from January 1st.

Business Breakfast A NOVEL fundraiser for our Senior teams will be held in Lawlors Hotel on Tuesday March 29th at 8pm when Club Deise hosts a Business Breakfast at the Dungarvan venue. Guest speakers will be Derek McGrath, senior hurling manager and Waterford City and County CEO, Michael Walsh, himself a former Inter County hurler and winner of senior championship medals with his club Ballyduff. Club Deise are certainly putting their shoulders to the wheel in assisting the Board in the financing of our County teams and this promotion, costing £50 per person, is sure to attract a full house for ‘’a full Irish’’.

Starring with Longford FORMER Fourmilewater player Patrick Walsh scored 0-5 from his wing back position on the Longford team that beat Sligo by 5-21 to 5-13 in Division 3B of the Allianz National Hurling league last Sunday. Longford and Fermanagh will contest the Division 3B final in Markievicz in Sligo this Sunday, March 27th at 2 pm. Both won two of three games. Fermanagh’s defeat came against Sligo in the first round while Longford’s defeat was against Fermanagh (3-17 to 3-13). Best wishes to the Fourmilewater man who will be aiming to add a NHL medal to the senior club one he claimed in Westmeath last year.

Local Sargent Cup Game ALL roads lead to the Fraher Field this Good Friday evening at 8 pm for the first round Sargent Cup game between local teams Abbeyside and Dungarvan. The match, which is generously sponsored by John Foley, Campus, Kilrush is a fundraiser for the local Sesame PreSchool for children with special needs. Admission is a modest €5 all round with no concessions on the night and no use of county board match cards.

Included in the picture were fellow Waterford hurling team mate, Noel Connors; Waterford Senior Hurling Manager, Derek McGrath; selectors, Dan Shanahan and Fintan O'Connor; WLR/FM’s Liz Reddy and Waterford backroom staff members, Roger Casey and Bernard Brannigan. [Noel Browne]

Austin Gleeson wins WLR/fm award for February WATERFORD Senior Hurler Austin Gleeson is the February winner of the WLR FM Granville Hotel GAA Award following his performances in the League victories against Kilkenny and Cork.

Waterford opened their campaign with a 0-14 to 0-10 win over All-Ireland winners, Kilkenny, at Walsh Park and the reigning League champions made it two wins from two with a 0-20 to 1-14 win over Cork at Pairc Ui Rinn.

Austin says it's the start of the year, and hopefully there is more to come. He said it was great to get over the line to beat Kilkenny and then Cork in Cork and to get the win over Tipperary just added to it.

Darts in the Park

The teams met in Carriganore in the first round of the championship when ‘Courty won by 2-9 to 0-8.The intervening weeks have brought about a number of changes in that the Looby brothers Brian and David will miss this Thursday night’s match due to injury while Conor Gleeson was carrying an injury and should be more influential this time round. One would normally favour ‘Courty for this rematch but given the above circumstances, they will be pushed to the pin of their collar to beat their modern day rivals a second time round. Whoever wins this game will start as favourites in the Western title on Monday.

Déise Draw Begins

TICKETS for the Brickeys v Dungarvan Darts match are like gold dust this week ahead of their novel fundraiser at the Park Hotel this Easter Saturday at 8.30 pm. There are twelve games on the card and a great nights entertainment is guaranteed.

Hogan Stand Team of the Week SHANE Bennett was the sole Waterford hurler selected on the Hogan Stand Team of the Week following last Sunday’s NHL games. Shane, who arguably, enjoyed his greatest hour in a county senior hurling jersey was selected at number 13.

Western Under 21 ‘A’ Football Semi-Final BALLINACOURTY and Nire will renew rivalry in the under 21 football championship this Thursday evening at 7.30 pm in the Dungarvan club grounds in a semi final fixture to see who will play Stradbally in the Western decider on Easter Monday, March 28th in the Fraher Field at 2.30 pm.

Western Under 21 ‘B’ Football Final COMERAGH Gaels upset the apple cart in defeating Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at the Fraher Field last Friday evening and they will face, most likely, An Ghaeltacht in the Western final on Easter Monday at the same venue at 1pm. An Ghaeltacht have the look of an ‘A’ grade team about them and the word is that they beat ‘A’ finalists Stradbally in a recent challenge game. Comeragh Gaels are an improving side and an early visit to the Fraher Field on Monday should be well worth the effort.

THE new look Déise Draw gets under way this Friday March 25th with 29 prizes on offer in total including an attractive first prize of €10,000. The draw will run for nine months with tickets for each draw costing €10.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classic facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the first round junior hurling championship game between Lismore and Kilgobinet at the Castle Farm grounds on Sunday, May 3rd, 1964.

Scór Na Seachtaine WATERFORD’S 72nd minute point in last Sunday’s NHL round 5 game v Galway in Walsh Park engineered by Ian O’Regan and Pauric Mahony and executed by Gavin O’Brien.

Sympathy SINCERE sympathy is extended to Kilrossanty clubman Will Cusack and family on the death of his father Paddy last weekend.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Eirgrid Munster Under 21 Football Championship Semi-Final

Cork in control in the Fraher Field Cork …………………3-18; Waterford ……………0-2. UNTIL the time comes, and it most likely never will, that we put the same effort into promoting football as we have been doing in hurling, we will not be competitive in Provincial and underage football championships. There is no point in criticising the players and their mentors here as they are the ones who go on stage and into the colosseum with little chance of survival. The opinion that Cork is a much bigger county than ours does not hold water as we can match and defeat them in hurling, rather it’s that the foundations are not in place to compete at the same level as other counties. In addition, all of our under 21 players don’t make themselves available and if we turn our minds back three years ago when this was not the same, we enjoyed a good run in the minor championship. Credit the players who wore the county jersey last Wednesday evening but one has to question the logic in having Waterford playing in the same competition as the Cork’s and the Kerry’s of this world. If this was a club scenario, Cork would be competing in the ‘A’ Grade and Waterford would be down a grade or two playing at a level where we could be competitive. The situation is as it is, and, no doubt, it will continue to be so, but, we would be better served not playing last Wednesday against Cork but instead against a county in the same situation as ourselves. With Limerick running Kerry close last week and Tipperary closing the gap on the major two, there seems to be little opportunity for this at present as we are now currently adrift at this level. We will be back in the lion’s den again on Wednesday, April 13th at the Shandon venue

for a minor championship outing against Kerry and, unfortunately, this will most likely be another nail in the coffin of present Waterford football fortunes. This game will serve no purpose and it is not the fault of the Deise players and their management. Cork’s football know how, their pace, impressive team play and fitness were evident from the outset at the Fraher Field, resulting in a half-time advantage of 0-8 to 0-0 and it would have been greater but for a brilliant save by Kevin Dwane in the 7th minute from Kilmichael’s Peter Kelleher, who also tested the bolts on the country end crossbar ten minutes later. Cork looked destined to raise a green flag on a number of first half occasions but credit the Waterford defence, led by De La Salle’s Stephen Dalton, they played gamely in adversity and delayed this eventuality until after the break. A tally of nine first half wides further emphasised the visitors’ superiority. Five different Cork scorers raised a flag in the first moiety and this became six on the restart, when arguably their most dangerous forward Peter Kelleher after their number 11 and man of the match Sean O’Donoghue, followed suit in the 32st minute. Conor Gleeson and Michael Sweeney were introduced after the half-time break but nothing they or anyone could do would impact on this game. Especially so after the 32nd minute, when Peter Kelleher broke the ball down for Castlehaven’s Michael Hurley to volley the size 5 into the town end goal, 1-9 to 0-0. Waterford’s first score didn’t arrive until the 47th minute from Jason Curry after good support play by Fearghal O Cuirrin and Conor Gleeson but at a point in the

match when Cork led by 3-12 to 0-0 and had, by then, made four substitutions. Earlier, the Rebels’ Brian Coakley (38th min) and Don O’Driscoll (45th min) raised green flags while Sean O hAodha’s charges demonstrated the strength in their panel with replacements Stephen Sherlock (0-3,1f), Mick Dineen and Cian Dorgan also getting on the scoresheet. Waterford’s second score came from a Michael Curry pointed free in the 57th minute, our lone marksman, while Cork, though kicking a further five wides, finished the hour with nine different scorers. Despite the scoreline, one must credit the home team for trying throughout despite the inevitable. This is reflected in that we won the same amount of frees as the winners, fifteen, while Conor Prunty’s high fielding in the centre of the field, was, once again, out of the text book. This game will not be of much benefit to Cork for their Munster final clash with arch rivals Kerry, who themselves have the recent experience of two close matches against Tipperary and Limerick. Both Cork and Kerry have won 25 Provincial titles each in this grade so in the year that is in it for a number of reasons, the 2016 final in Austin Park Tralee on the 7th of April will include the added interest of who will go to the summit in the winners’ roll of honour. The Déise’s losing streak now stretches back to 2006 when, after overcoming Clare, Cork defeated us in the Munster final, by 4-14 to 1-6. Our lone title win in 2003 is annually becoming all the more precious. We beat hot favourites Kerry in Killarney by 2-8 to 1-9. That historic team was as follows. David Hickey; Michael Crotty, Ger Hayes,

Waterford who lost to Cork in the Munster U-21 Football Semi-Final in Fraher Field.

John O’Reilly; Niall Hennessy (Captain), Edmund Rockett, John Hurney; Sean Dempsey, Michael Walsh; Liam O’Lonain, Mark Power, Tony Whelan; Bob Costelloe, Shane Walsh, Billy Harty. Subs: Eoghan Walsh, Eamonn Walsh, Tony Halpin, Adam O’Loughlin. The under 21 championship was inaugurated in 1962 and Corn Na Casca was presented by the Munster Council in 1966 to commemorate the jubilee of the 1916 Rising. Waterford have contested the final on eight occasions and fared as follows:1971: Cork 0-11; Waterford 2-5 in Fermoy. 1975: Kerry 0-17; Waterford 1-5 in Killorglin. 1993: Kerry 1-21; Waterford 3-5 in Walsh Park. 1994: Cork 2-11; Waterford 0-4 in Dungarvan. 1995: Kerry 1-21; Waterford 2-5 in Killarney. 2000: Limerick 0-7; Waterford 0-4. 2003: Waterford 2-8 Kerry 1-9 in Killarney. 2006: Cork 4-14; Waterford 1-6. Cork’s Top Three: Sean O’Donoghue, Peter Kelleher, Brian Coakley. Waterford’s Top Three: Conor Prunty, Stephen Dalton, Kevin Dwane. Observer’s Man of the Match: Sean O’Donoghue. Number of Scorers: Cork 9. Waterford 1. Scores from Play: Cork 3-15 Waterford 0-1 Frees For: Cork 15. Waterford 15. Wides: Cork 14. Waterford 4. Score of Match: Michael Hurley’s 13th minute point for Cork. Scorers for Cork: B. Coakley (1-4, 0-2 frees); M. Hurley (1-3); D. O’Driscoll (1-2); S. Sherlock (0-3, 0-1 free); S. O’Donoghue (0-2); M. Dineen, C. Dorgan, R. Harkin, P. Kelleher (0-1 each). Scorers for Waterford: J.

Waterford's Stephen Dalton is tackled by Cork's Peter Kelleher during the Munster U-21 Football Semi-Final in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Curry (0-2, 0-1 free). Cork: A. Casey (Kiskeam); K. Histon (Cobh), J. Mullins (Éire Óg), M. McSweeney (Newcestown); K. Flahive (Douglas), S. Cronin (Nemo Rangers), E. Lavers (Boherbue); S. White (Clonakilty), R. O’Toole (Éire Óg); D. O’Driscoll (Clann na nGael), S. O’Donoghue (Inniscarra), R. Harkin (Mallow); B. Coakley (Carrigaline), P. Kelleher (Kilmichael), M. Hurley (Castlehaven). Subs: M. Dineen (Naomh Aban) for Kelleher (38), S. O’Leary (Bantry Blues) for

O’Toole (40, inj), S. O’Donovan (Ilen Rovers) for Harkin (44), C. Dorgan (Ballincollig) for Kelleher (44), S. Sherlock (St. Finbarr’s) for Coakley (47), R. Donovan (Nemo Rangers) for Casey (49) Waterford: K. Dwane (Ballinacourty); C. O’Neill (Brickey Rangers), S. Dalton (De La Salle), D. Ryan (The Nire); J. Mullaney (Stradbally), A. Dwyer (Geraldines), W. Hahessy (Rathgormack); D. Gartland (Ardmore), C. Prunty (Ballinacourty); L. Mulligan (Rathgormack), E. O’Brien

(Stradbally), J. Curry (Rathgormack); C. Murray (Rathgormack), T. Devine (Modeligo), F. Ó Cuirrín (An Rinn). Subs: C. Gleeson (The Nire) for O’Brien (HT), M. Sweeney (Stradbally) for Mulligan (HT), J. Fenton (Bunmahon) for Gartland (38 mins), P. O’Connor (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) for Devine (44), E. O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) for Mullaney (55), P. Whyte (Kilrossanty) for Hahessy (59). Referee: S. Mulvihill (Kerry).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Kearney Catering Western Under 21’A’ Football Losers’ Group Final

Nire survives late Dungarvan comeback Nire …………………...4-10; Dungarvan ………….. 3-10. AS it later transpired, Nire held a dangerous 0-10 halftime lead at 3-7 to 1-3 at the Fraher Field last Friday evening as Dungarvan dominated a second half on the scoreboard by 2-7 to 1-3 and were driving forward in waves when referee Tommy O’Sullivan ended this second very lively game of the night at the venue. Following previous results in this championship with Stradbally beating the Blues by 6-10 to 2-3 and Nire accounting for Brickeys by 6-6 to 1-8, there was only going to be one result here but it was not as plain sailing as was generally predicted before the game. At the end of the day, the main difference between the teams was that the winners were more experienced at present with the big ball and though Dungarvan enjoyed plenty of the play, they didn’t breach the Nire defence until late in the game and at a stage when the Nire captain Dermot Ryan had to retire injured and when Conor Geeson was substituted in the 48th minute with Sunday’s hurling game v

Galway on the horizon. That said, however, Gleeson didn’t get much change on the night from a very alert Darragh Lyons and he didn’t score from play with Dylan Guiry the winners main scoring threat up front. Nire are a good under 21 outfit but the question remains are they good enough to beat championship favourites Ballinacourty at the second attempt, which will be this evening Wednesday at 7.30pm at the Fraher Field. ‘Courty won the first gamea month ago in Carriganore by 2-9 to 0-8 . There was a lively pace to last Friday’s game from the outset and Dungarvan midfielder Joe Allen had a point for the Blues after just 18 seconds. Dylan Guiry replied with the first of his four points and a Gearoid Hearne 6th minute pointed free established a permanent lead for the boys from the Valley. Wing back Kieran Walsh surged upfield to kick a contender for score of the match and all looked to be going to plan when team Captain Kieran Walsh drove the size 5 into the country end goal in the 9th minute, 1-3 to 0-1 in favour of the winners.

Credit Dungarvan, they showed they were up for the challenge and by the 17th minute the sides were back on level terms. Glen Waters kicked a 14th minute point with a goal also a possibility, full forward Rian Crotty availed of a poor Nire kick out to send the ball into an empty net and Waters again placed Joe Allen for his second score. Nire came back into the match in style when, following a Conor Gleeson pointed free Kieran Walsh executed a Geoff Hurst type special to altar the scoreboard to 2-4 to 1-3. Dungarvan were under the cosh for the remainder of the half and when Dermot Ryan was upended in front of the posts Gearoid Hearn made no mistake with the resultant penalty in the 25th minute. The local team was still not up to the pace of the game during which Nire finished off the half with three further points, two from Dylan Guiry and a second pointed free by Gearoid Hearn to establish a comfortable interval advantage of 3-7 to 1-3. Dungarvan introduced minor players Mick Devine and Brendan Cullinane on the restart and the Blues

started well with scores from Aaron Donnolly and Rian Crotty as Patrick Curran was becoming more and more influential on the game. Dylan Guiry and Gearoid Hearne steadied Nire with scores from play while Aaron Donnolly and Glen Cullinane traded points to end the third quarter on a scoreline of 3-10 to 1-6. Though they trailed by 0-10, Dungarvan were now getting a hold on the game in general play but scores were at a premium. Rian Crotty added a further point in the 51st minute but when sub Charlie Hennessy raised Nire’s fourth green flag from close range in the 53rd minute, their name was surely in the semi finals. In arrears by 0-13, Dungarvan finished strongly, keeping Nire scoreless and recording 2-3 themselves. Patrick Curran kicked 0-3 from play between the 54th and the 57th minute and Glen Waters converted a penalty on the call of normal time, 4-10 to 2-10. The Blues continued to attack and when Nire goalie Shane Mullins misjudged the hop of the ball in the second minute of added time, Mick Devine was

on hand to tap the ball into an empty country end goal. There was one more play and Dungarvan forwards were continually fouled on route to goal but their last free in front of a crowded goal area was blocked and on the sounding of referee Tommy Sullivan’s long whistle, Nire, on the overall balance of play, deservingly qualified for the championship semi-final. CHANGE OF FIXTURE Following a request from Ballinacourty and with agreement from The Nire and the Board please note change of fixture. Semi Final: An Uidhir v Baile na Cúirte - Thursday, 24th March at 7.30 pm in Dungarvan Club Grounds. Reitéoir TBC. Nire’s Top Three: Dylan Guiry, Dermot Ryan, Kieran Walsh. Dungarvan’d Top Three: Darragh Lyons, Patrick Curran, John Havens. Observer’s Man of the Match: Dylan Guiry. Number of Scorers: Nire 7: Dungarvan 6. Scores from Play: Nire 3-7. Dungarvan 2-10. Frees For: Nire 13. Dungarvan 15. Wides: Nire 10. Dungarvan 4. Score of the Match: Kieran

Referee Tommy Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin) pictured with captains Dermot Ryan (Nire) and John Havens (Dungarvan). Walsh’s 8th minute point for Nire. Scorers – Nire: Gearoid Hearn 1-3 (1-2f), Kieran Walsh 11. Dylan Guiry 0-4, Dermot Ryan and Charlie Hennessy 1-0 each. Glen Cullinane 0-1, Conor Gleeson 0-1f. Dungarvan: Rian Crotty 1-2, Glen Waters 1-1 (1-0, pen), Mick Devine 1-0, Patrick Curran 0-3, Joe Allen and Aaron Donnolly 0-2 each. Nire: Shane Mullins; Jack Guiry, Jake Mulcahy, Tom Barron; Liam Cooney, Stephen Ryan, Kieran Walsh; Dermot Ryan, Kieran Looney; Kieran Ryan,

Conor Gleeson, Gearoid Hearn; Tholum Guiry, Dylan Guiry, Glen Cullinane. Subs: Charlie Hennessy, Cian Boyle. Dungarvan: Jack Morrissey; John Havens, Aaron Donnolly, Jack Lacey; John Curran, Darragh Lyons, Aidan Kirwan; Joe Allen, Gavin Power; Lee Donnolly, Patrick Curran, Sean Crotty; Glen Waters, Rian Crotty, Fionn Hallahan. Subs: Mick Devine, Brendan Cullinane. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin).

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Comeragh Gaels turn the tables on Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Comeragh Gaels …… 3-13; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-14 HAVING been beaten 2-12 to 1-4 by Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg in the first round of the championship in mid February, group team Comeragh Gaels overcame Ardmore by 6-9 to 3-14 in the losers’ section to work their way back into the championship for last Friday night’s semi final game at the Fraher Field. This was as good and as competitive a game of football that we are likely to see in 2016 with the difference at the end of the day being Comeragh Gaels’ ability to take their goal scoring opportunities compared to their opponents, who couldn’t breach the winners defence for a major score throughout the hour. The losers supplied seven different scorers compared to five for the ‘Gaels’ but it was the goal and point scoring instincts of Gavin

Dalton and Michael Troy respectively that swung the verdict the winners’ way. Clashmore/ Kinsalebegs’s goal scoring threat, Paddy Prendergast, was well held on this occasion by a tight marking Comeragh Gael’s defence and though he kicked 0-6 from play, the green flag remained in its holder in both halves. This very entertaining encounter was only 23 seconds old when Jason Sheehan scored his side’s first goal which was followed by a Michael Troy point before Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg enjoyed a period of dominance to lead at the end of the first quarter by 0-7 to 1-2. On route to this advantage, they had the winners’ running around in circles with their scores coming from Brian Lynch, Paul O’Connor, Paddy Prendergast (2), Dean Russell and a left legged free by wing back Eoin Coughlan.

Kearney’s Catering Western Under 21’A’ Football Semi-Final Stradbally ………………………… 0-13; St. Olivers ………………………… 0-10. THERE was very little difference between these two teams at the Abbeyide venue last Monday evening and the more economical side on the night Stradbally edged past St. Olivers to reach the Western final against the winners of this Thursday evening’s game between Ballinacourty and Nire in the Dungarvan club grounds. St. Olivers lost this game in the first half when they kicked a tally of eight wides while they can thank their goalie Paul Curran for three saves bordering on the miraculous in the last quarter from Stephen Keane and two from Eoin O’Brien.

The see saw nature of this semi final saw Neil Phelan and Michael Troy reply for the group team and after not availing of some good goal scoring opportunities, team captain Gavin Dalton’s well struck effort into the town end goal put some daylight between the teams in the 27th minute at 2-5 to 0-7. Paddy Prendergast’s fourth first half point left it all to play for at the short whistle. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg reduced their deficit to 0-2 by the end of the third quarter, 2-8 to 0-12, with further good scores from Paul O’Connor (2), Eoin Coughlan (f) and Adam Curley. Centre back P. J. Coffey and a brace of Michael Troy pointed frees raised Comeragh Gaels’ tally but the key score in the second half was Gavin Dalton’s second green flag in a goal mouth scramble in the 52nd minute, after he had been earlier denied by Robbie

Deady, that eventually decided one of the names for the Divisional final. A well struck 54th minute ‘45’ by Dalton and Michael Troy’s penultimate score gave Comeragh Gaels a clear three goal lead at 3-12 to 0-12 while their uncompromising backs denied their opponents a goal on a number of occasions with white flags by Edmond O’Halloran and Paddy Prendergast their sole return. In the 61st minute, Michael Troy’s eighth point finished the scoring in this very well contested game. Comeragh Gaels Top Three: Gavin Dalton, Michael Troy, John McGrath. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Top Three: Paddy Prendergast, Paul O’Connor, Eoin Coughlan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Gavin Dalton. Number of Scorers: Comeragh Gaels: 5. Clshmore/ Kinsalebeg 7. Scores from Play: Comeragh

Gaels 3-10. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-12. Frees For: Comeragh Gaels 12. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 15. Wides: Comeragh Gaels 7. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 7. Score of the Match: Eoin Coughlan’s 35th minute pointed free for Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg. Scorers – Comeragh Gaels: Michael Troy 0-8 (2f), Gavin Dalton 2-1(0-1 ‘45’), Jason Sheehan 1-2, Neil Phelan and P. J. Coffey 0-1 each. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Paddy Prendergast 0-6, Paul O’Connor 0-3, Eoin Coughlan 02f, Brian Lynch, Adam Curley and Edmond O’Halloran 0-1 each. Comeragh Gaels: Jonathon Carroll; Nicky O’Donovan, John McGrath, Richie McGrath; Ross Browne, P. J. Coffey, Dan Booth; Gavin Dalton, Neil Phelan; Rian Reddy, Mike Kearns, Jason Sheehan; Cian O’Byrne, Michael Troy, Jack Skehan. Subs: Sam Nix, Conor Kavanagh, Stephen Cliffe, Gary Power, Gearoid Hallanan, Nicky Walsh. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Robbie Deady; Alan McCarthy, Daniel O’Neill, Conor Lynch; Eoin

Referee Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty) pictured with captains Paul O’Connor (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg) and Gavin Dalton (Comeragh Gaels). Coughlan, Shane Russell, Adam O’Sullivan; Paul O’Connor, Edmond O’Halloran; Dean O’Brien, Adam Curley, Dean Russell; Brian Lynch, Paddy

Prendergast, Jack Foley. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Stradbally advance to Divisional decider

The winners were behind for just the first 35 seconds of this entertaining game from an Aidan Dwyer point but after this, it was St. Olivers who were on the backfoot throughout and try as they did, they couldn’t get back on level terms with the covesiders. Stradbally led at the short whistle by 0-6 to 0-4 courtesy of scores by Michael Sweeney 0-3 (1f), Paul Tobin 0-2 and Daniel Weldon while Aidan Dwyer 0-2 (1’45’), Mike Kiely and Micheal Shine replied for the group side. The second half followed the same pattern with the closest Olivers getting to their opponents being 0-2 on three occasions

but they couldn’t breach the Reds’ defence for the goal they so badly required to ignite their game. Michael Sweeney was Stradbally’s main scoring threat and he added 0-4 (2f) in the third quarter at the end of which his team led by 0-10 to 0-6. Aidan Dwyer and substitute Mark Ronayne kept Olivers someway in touch but further points by Sweeney and Stephen Keane gave Stradbally a 0-12 to 0-8 advantage nearing the end of normal time. Credit the losers, they finished strongly in added time with scores by Mike Kiely and a close-in Aidan Dwyer pointed free in a crowded goal area but the winners midfielder Daniel Weldon sealed a deserv-

ing win for the Reds in the third minute of added time with his second point of the match. Best for the winners were Darren McGuckian and Kieran Cusack in defence, Jack Mullaney covered a lot of ground and Michael Sweeney, Stephen Keane and Paul Tobin were the danger men up front. For St. Olivers, Aidan Dwyer was the best footballer on view, with good support from Micheal Shine throughout while Paul Curran was rock solid between the posts. With eight of their ten scores coming from their midfielders, the attack didn’t produce the goods and Olivers game tally of ten wides was too much too win the match.

Stradbally: Andrew Kirwan; Kieran Cusack, Darren McGuckian, Alex Pollock; Cormac Gough, Cathal Cusack, Ger Crowley; Jack Mullaney, Daniel Weldon 0-2; Michael Ahearne, Michael Sweeney 0-7 (4f), Eoin O Brien; Sean Barry, Paul Tobin 0-2, Stephen Keane 0-2. Subs: Jack Navin, Nicky Power, Walter Cullinane, Frank Heffernan, Maurice Sweeney. St. Olivers: Paul Curran; Richie Lynch, Kealon Looby, Rob Shine; Micheal Culloo, Cian Culloo, Shane Kenny; Micheal Shine 0-2, Aidan Dwyer 0-6 (3f, 1’65’); Mark Lynch, Mikey Phelan, Eric Kennefick; Liam O’Connell, Mike Kiely 0-1, Donagh Looby. Subs: Mark Ronayne 0-1, Tiernan O’Connell, David Hally. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

County Senior Football League/ Phelan Cup

Kilrossanty and Brickeys in control of Group A GROUP A Kilrossanty ………...1-17; St. Saviours ………… 0-9. WITH three of their county players on board, Kilrossanty had little difficulty in recording their second win in this year’s competition which was played away to St. Saviours last Saturday. The Comeragh club led at the short whistle by 0-8 to 0-3. Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne; Barry Prendergast, Mark Prendergast, Killian Whelan; James Whyte, Conor Hayes, Patrick Whyte; Tommy Prendergast, Osgar De Paor. Willie Brazil, Paul Whyte, Michael Walsh; Pa Cunningham, Paul Hayes, Joey Veale. Sub: Seamus Veale for Paul Hayes. Alan Quinn, Paul Keating. St. Saviours: Paul Holohan; Darren Tuohy, Kevin Boland, Brian Quinn; Jim Connors, Adam Brophy, Michael O’Brien; Peter Crowley, Lee Grant; Ryan Power, Shaun Corcoran, Martin Holohan; Tadhg Myler, Gareth Duffy, Brian Power. Subs: Derek Murphy, Anthony Jacob, Glen Taylor. Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erins Own).

Brickeys …………… 4-14; Ardmore ………………3-4. BRICKEYS had matters all their own way against an understrength Ardmore team in Bushy Park last Saturday evening. It’s a good start for the local team with two wins early in the year in preparation for the championship next month. Brickeys: James Corcoran; Johnny Cooney, Philip Walsh, Conor Phelan; Shane McGrath, David Ryan, Tommy Lynch; Cormac Curran, Kieran O’Neill; John Morrissey, David Hickey, Cormac O’Grady; Mark Cummins, Mark Scanlan, Carthach Shalloe. Ardmore: Sean Barron; Richard Carroll Seamus Prendergast, Declan Fitzgerald; Joe Murphy, Michael Cronin, Gavin Williams; David Gartland, Eoin Conway; Thomas Power, Kenny Murphy, Charlie Bryan; James Kennedy, Shane Leahy, Tony Galway. Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).

Drawn Game at Pairc Ui Shiothchain An Rinn ……………… 2-8; Stradbally ……………0-14. AN Rinn will be happier with this result more so than the County champions as both continue their preparations for the commencement of the championship next month.

Stradbally: Andy Kirwan; Paddy Kiely, Kevin Lawlor, Darren McGukian; Luke Casey, Tony Grey, Tommy Connors; Robert Ahearn, Paddy Kiely; Walter Cullinane, Shane Ahearn, John Coffey; Stephen Cunningham, Christopher Casey, Nicky Power. An Rinn: Odhrán Ó hUallacháin; Lucás O Cuirrin, Shane Ó Cuirrin, Feargal Ó Ceallaigh; Ray Ó Ceallaigh, Eoin Breathnach, Tadgh Ó hUallachain; Cathal Ó Cuirrín, Lorcan Ó Corraoin; Ferdia Ó hAodha, Donie Breathnach, Tadgh Ó Cuirrín; Feargal Ó Cuirrín, Liam Ó Lonain, Cory De Roiste.

GROUP B

Late late Shane Walsh goal earns Nire a draw Nire …………………2-12; Ballinacourty ………1-15. NIRE looked to be heading for their second Phelan Cup defeat in as many outings at Ballymac last Saturday afternoon when they trailed by 1-15 to 1-12 with the two minutes of added time almost gone. However, Shane Walsh came to their rescue with a late late goal to keep his team’s interest in the competition somewhat alive Nire led by 0-4 at the end of the third quarter but Ballinacourty scored the next seven points which looked to have given them the two points on offer. Stephen Enright played outfield in this game and he finished the hour with 0-2 to his credit. He opened the scoring and further points by the returning James O’Mahoney and Patrick Hurney gave ‘Courty an early lead before Diarmuid Murphy opened the home team’s account. The visitors to the Mill Field led by 0-4 to 0-3 when Keith Guiry raised a green flag for the Nire in the 21st minute and this was replied to two minutes later when Patrick Hurney’s kick from near the sideline went all the way into the goal. Nire held a narrow 1-6 to 1-5 lead at half-time with Patrick Hurney and James O’Mahony adding scores for Ballinacourty and Michael O’Gorman, Liam Lawlor, Shane Walsh and Craig Guiry replying for the Nire.

SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE - PHELAN CUP - GROUP A p w d l for against diff pts Kilrossanty 2 2 0 0 39 20 19 4 Brickey Rangers 2 2 0 0 41 25 16 4 Stradbally 1 0 1 0 14 14 0 1 An Rinn 2 0 1 1 26 29 -3 1 St Saviour's 1 0 0 1 9 20 -11 0 Deuglán Naofa 2 0 0 2 24 45 -21 0 SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE - PHELAN CUP - GROUP B p w d l for against diff pts Ballinacourty 2 1 1 0 42 30 12 3 Rathgormack 1 1 0 0 18 9 9 2 Ballinameela 1 1 0 0 15 12 3 2 Gaultier GAA Club 2 1 0 1 24 35 -11 2 The Nire 2 0 1 1 30 33 -3 1 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2 0 0 2 20 30 -10 0

Ballinacourty kicked the first two scores on the restart via James O’Mahony and Stephen Enright but Nire hit a ten minute scoring purple patch with efforts from Liam Lawlor (3), Shane Walsh, Kenny Brazil and Michael O’Gorman putting them ahead by 1-12 to 1-8 with one quarter left to play. It was then that Ballinacourty took the initiative with seven unanswered points by Patrick Hurney 0-6 (2f) a huge contribution by the county player, and a 57th minute score by Eoin Kiely which looked to have the game decided but Nire kept plugging away and Shane Walsh’ goal ended a very enjoyable encounter on level terms. Scorers – Nire: Shane Walsh 1-3 (1f), Keith Guiry 1-0, Liam Lawlor 0-4, Michael O’Gorman 0-2, Diarmuid Murphy, Craig Guiry and Kenny Brazil 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 1-8 (3f), James O’Mahoney 0-3, Stephen Enright 0-2, Michael Maher and Eoin Kiely 0-1each Nire: T. Wall, Sean Ryan, T. O'Gorman, Steven Ryan, D. Murphy, Mce O'Gorman, P. O'Gorman, C. Guiry, S. Walsh, Ml. O'Gorman, Darren Guiry, D. Meehan, K. Guiry, L. Lawlor, K. Brazil. Subs. L. Carroll for P. O'Gorman, K. Ryan for Sean Ryan Ballinacourty: R. Ryan, D. Henley, E. Bergin, C. McCarthy, D. Collins, S. O'Hare, S. O'Donovan, C. Prunty, J. O'Mahoney, M. Maher, S. Enright, P. Hurney, P. Collins, M. O'Halloran, E. Kiely. Subs.L. Hurney for M. O'Halloran, K. Dwane for R. Ryan, M. O'Halloran for C. Prunty. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane/ Cappoquin).

Gaultier pip Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg Gaultier …………… 0-12; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-8. GAULTIER have Wayne Hutchinson back on board this year and he was part of a well organised fifteen that took their first brace of league points away to Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg on St. Patrick’s morning. The home team have yet to record a win and their next game is against the Nire at home again. Gaultier will travel to Rathgormack to play the current Group toppers. Gaultier: David Whitty; Aaron Jones, Josh Cunningham, Sean Kelly; Stephen Lynch, Vrad Carroll, Gary Cullinane; Wayne Hutchinson, Caoimhin Maguire; Sean White, J. J. Hutchinson, Luke Nolan; Jamie Burke, Richard Hurley, David Cullinane. Subs: Nicky Byrne, Darragh Lynch, Killian Jones. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Robbie Deady; Sean O’Connor, Kieran Bourke, Conor Lynch; Philip Dee, Shane Russell, Sean Bourke; Darren Foley, Declan Allen; Aidan Trihy, Paudie O’Rourke, Fintan Breathnach; Shane Kennifick, Sean Fleming, Cillian O’Keeffe. Subs: Mark Power, Alan McCarthy. Referee: Tomas O’Corraoin (An Rinn).

The Waterford Senior Camogie team who lost to All-Ireland champions Cork last Sunday.

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All-Ireland Champions host Déise in Cork Camogie grounds on Sunday last NATIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION ONE ROUND 3 Waterford …………… 2-9; Cork ………………… 3-18 WATERFORD travelled to the Cork Camogie grounds to take on the All Ireland Champions Cork. Cork started the match with intense pace and within fourteen minutes of the match Waterford were 1-4 behind before Waterford registered their first score from Beth Carton. Waterford first goal came from Aisling Power on the 23rd minute. This spurred the team on with Niamh Rockett and Trish Jackman both scoring points in the final minutes of the first half. Leaving the half-time score Cork 2-6; Waterford 1-3. Waterford rang in a number of positional changes at half time and Young Carton proved a right thorn in the Cork Defence and within minutes she scored a fantastic goal. Our forward line put the Cork defence under massive pressure in the second half and finished the game on a scoreline of Waterford 2-9; Cork 3-18.

Whilst Waterford will be disappointed with a third successive defeat in this year’s league, the team will take great consolation in a much improved second half. The scoreline does not reflect the competitiveness of the game particularly in the second half where Waterford really put alot of pressure on the Cork defence. For Cork in this game, Amy O’Connor and Katrina Mackey were in flying form and were a constant thorn in the side of the Waterford defence, whilst for Waterford there was impressive performances throughout the side with Mairead Murphy, Fiona Morrissey, Jenny Simpson, Beth Carton and Niamh Rockett the pick of the bunch. Waterford: Tracey Kiely; Mairead Power, Iona Heffernan; Claire Whyte, Fiona Morrissey, Charlotte Raher; Kate McMahon, Lorraine Bray, Trish Jackman; Sibeal Harney, Niamh Rockett, Beth Carton; Aisling Power, Jennie Simpson, Jenny McCarthy

Subs: Zoe O’Donoghue for Jenny McCarthy (50), Claire Murphy for Aisling Power (50), Kate McMahon for Sibeal Harney (52), Saoirse Bonner for Jennie Simpson (60). Scorers: Beth Carton 104 (0-02frees), Aisling Power 1-00 Niamh Rockett 0-02 Trish Jackman 0-02 (both frees) Jennie Simpson 0-1 each. Referee: John Dolan, Clare. Upcoming fixtures: ALL-IRELAND MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 3 Waterford vs Wexford – 26th of March, Venue: WIT Carriganore 2.00 p.m. This is a must win game for Waterford to remain in contention to qualify for the semi final. Waterford narrowing lost to Cork and will want to put the disappointed of the loss behind them. We would encourage as many supporters to come out next Saturday to shout the team on. Division One League: Derry vs Waterford, Venue: Derry Sunday, 27th March 2

pm Waterford seniors travel to Derry on Sunday next to take on Derry. Waterford will want to record a win in Derry to avoid relegation. Updates on both matches will be posted up on Facebook. A NIGHT AT THE DOGSKILCOHAN DOG TRACK 9th OF APRIL A reminder to all clubs that money for dog night tickets which is been held on Saturday 9th of April needs to be returned at our next county board meeting Tuesday, 29th March. Also if there are any businesses interested in sponsoring a race or putting an ad in our programme please contact John Flood on 087 6684474 or Lynsey Tutty on 086 8113531. All support is gratefully appreciated. NEXT COUNTY BOARD MEETING Please note that the next county board meeting will take place on Tuesday, 29th March in Lawlors Hotel at 7 p.m. It is imperative that all clubs attend.

Footballers, including front, from left, Fiona McHale, Mayo; Linda Wall, Waterford; Tracey Leonard, Galway, and Aine Tighe, Leitrim, outside the US Olympic Training Center, in Chula Vista, California, USA ahead of a training session for the TG4 Ladies Football All Star game. [Brendan Moran / SPORTSFILE]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Waterford Handballers in Junior Singles All-Ireland finals THE All-Ireland 40x20 handball finals weekend was hosted in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan last weekend and it was an especially important weekend for Waterford Handball with David Walsh and Aoife Landers both vying for victory in their respective Junior Singles finals, a first for Waterford having players in both finals in the same year. Aoife came into this final on the back of a very strong performance and win in the Munster Final where she dominated from start to finish. The first game started at a quick pace with Niamh serving strongly, but Aoife was well able for her serves and there were lots of long rallies, that Niamh seemed to keep coming out on top. At times she was under a lot of pressure and would just barely get to the ball but it was enough to not only return it but luckily win the point. Despite things not going her way in the first game Aoife never gave up and would try to regroup in the second game. The second game started closer and Aoife started to get into the game but on the day, Niamh just played that bit better to come out on top. Although Aoife was beaten it was a superb achievement to get to the final and I’ve no doubt that we’ll see Aoife back stronger than ever next year looking to kick on to try and claim the Junior title to go with the various other titles she has amassed over the last few years.

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Aoife Landers, All-IIreland Silver in the Junior Handball Singles. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

David competed in the Junior Singles final this year after being on the brink of winning this grade for the last few years. The standard in the Juniors is extremely high with many of the players who have won in the last number of years playing and competing regularly in the Senior and Open categories in various competitions. After a string of strong performances to get to this final, David knew he was going to be in for a battle with his opponent, Barry Devlin from Tyrone. David and Barry had played each other at the 2012 Worlds where there was nothing between them and Barry eventually won in a tie breaker. This time round was going to be different as David had a number of strong performances in high pressure games behind him. David

started really well and raced into an early 10-0 lead with some beautiful serves straight into the left. Barry did manage to regain some ground in the game David managed to keep a 3 point cushion between them before pulling away at the end. On 20-15 both players were trying to dominate the centre of the court but David played a pass shot into the left to finish it 21-15, first game to David. The second game was the opposite of the first game with David’s opponent racing into an early 7-0 lead. After being down 15-7 and 18-12, David managed to get it back to 1918. He made it 20-19 and after got Barry out twice but just couldn’t level it. Barry got the final point he needed to win 21-19 and bring the match to a tie-breaker. The third game was neck

David Walsh, All-Ireland Junior Handball winner.

and neck the whole way with both players being level a number of times up to 11-11. David then got some great kills to jump quickly out to a 17-11 lead. Just when David was getting on top Barry got back into the match with some great picks and passing shots and it was all square at 17-17. David got to 18-17 but his opponent got back in and made it 19-18. David got back in and made it 20-19 but couldn't put him away after he picked a great ball to get back in again and make it 20-20. With David receiving serve Barry went for a pass shot at 20-20 and David managed to get to it and kill it. At this stage the match has been going on for 2 hours and 20 minutes. David got in again and calm as you like played a beautiful passing shot down the right to make it 21-20 and take the match. Both players got a standing ovation from the crowd after one of the classic All-Ireland finals in any grade. After coming so close in recent years and having lost himself in an All-Ireland semifinal 21-20, this was a monumental performance to win this. Waterford have won various underage and adult age titles but David is by far Waterford’s most successful adult handballer and we all look forward to him being the first Waterford person to compete in the Intermediate 40x20 grade next year, where I’ve no doubt he’ll be hugely competitive.

Launch of the Waterford Ladies Football Training Fund Golf Classic at Dungarvan Golf Club. Pictured are Johnny Landers, Waterford Ladies Football County Board and Inter-County players, Megan Dunford, Caoimhe McGrath, Aoife Brazil and Abbie Dalton. [Dan McGrath/Editorial images]

LAOCHRA GAEL 2016

This week’s programme features Tipperary’s Eoin Kelly Sunday, 20th March at 2.30 pm ON TG4 (Please note change of time) REPEAT: Monday’s at 8.00 pm ON TG4 THE popular GAA documentary series Laochra Gael returns to TG4 this Spring every Sunday evening after GAA Beo. Profiling the feats of Gaelic Games’ greatest players this series has lots in store for GAA fans around the country. The sixth programme of ten features Tipperary’s Top Scorer Eoin Kelly. Tipperary’s Eoin Kelly made 63 championship appearances for Tipperary between 2000 and 2014. He won 5 Munster titles, 2 National leagues, 6 All stars and 2 All-Irelands. In this programme he speaks about his break through season in 2001 and the leadership he received from Nicky English as well as the difficult times where Tipperary were under performing. He speaks of the joy of climbing the steps of the Hogan Stand to collect the Liam McCarthy cup and how he came to the de-

cision to retire from Inter-County hurling. Contributions also from Brendan Cummins, Dan Shanahan and Diarmuid ‘Gizzy’ Lyng. Also coming in this season’s batch of GAA legends also includes; Cork’s dual star John Allen, who went on to manage both his home county and neighbours Limerick; 90’s 3 time footballer of the year and Meath footballing great Trevor Giles; With a truly marathon career in ladies football, from 1997 to 2015 Galway’s Annette Clarke was their midfield star from start to finish: And finally, four brothers from the small East Galway village Caltra who have had a huge influence on that county’s status and of their club too, the Meehan’s, brothers Declan, Tomás, Noel and Michael. The series is produced by Nemeton TV, the independent production company from Ring in the Waterford Gaeltacht which has produced much of TG4’s acclaimed sports coverage.

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Carriganore Hurling Go Games Saturday, 26th March OUR 2016 Carriganore Go Games Programme continues on Saturday, March 26th with U-8 Hurling. The blitz will run from 11 am-12.30 pm and all clubs will have a minimum of 3 games. Clubs wishing to enter teams should email eoin.breathnach.gda.waterfod@gaa.ie by Monday 21st March. CARRIGANORE GAELIC FOOTBALL GO GAMES Sat., 9th & 23rd April Our 2016 Carriganore Go Games Programme continues on Saturday, April 9th with U-10 Gaelic Football and Saturday, 23rd April with U-8 Gaelic Football. The blitzes will run from 11 am-12.30 pm and all clubs will have a minimum of 3 games. Clubs wishing to enter teams should email eoin.breathnach.gda.waterfod@gaa.ie by the Monday before each blitz. GO GAMES REFEREE COURSE Waterford C&GD will be running 2 Go Games Referee Courses in April. These courses are open to those aged 15 and over who are interested in becoming Referees for the Go Games Blitzes that are run throughout the county. The course will take the format of 1 night workshop followed by Referee being

assessed at a Go Games Blitz by GDA or Referee Tutor. Participants will not have the course completed until both parts are done. Anyone interested in becoming a Go Games Referee must complete the attached application form and return to Games Manager Eoin Breathnach no later than Monday, 4th April, 2016. Course 1: Roanmore GAA Club, Thursday, 7th April 7.30 pm Course 2: Lawlor's Hotel, Wednesday, 13th April 7.30 pm KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS 2016 ONLINE BOOKING AVAILABLE Booking is OPEN for the annual GAA Kelloggs Cúl Camps which are taking place in July and August this year. We had amazing numbers last year and the plan this year is to get even more! The gear this year is absolutely amazing and the Camps are the same price as last year, €55 for first child, €45 for the second child and €40 for each subsequent child. For this you get five days of brilliant coaching, a gearbag, a half zip top and a tshirt. So all in all, it's superb value. Register at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or with

your local co-ordinator. Application forms will be delivered to schools in the near future. EASTER CAMPS The GDA’s will be organising Easter Camps in each GDA Division. These will run from Tuesday 22nd – Thursday, 24th March as follows. To book your place on the camps please contact GDA in your division. Places are limited so be sure to book early to avoid disappointment. County stars Pauric Mahony & Ray O Ceallaigh will be among the guest coaches. Urban GDA Division: Walsh Park, Tuesday 22ndThursday 24th 10 am-1 pm. Born in 2004. Mid GDA Division: Kill GAA Club, Tuesday 22ndThursday 24th 10 am-1 pm. Born in 2002, 2003. West GDA Division: Fraher Field, Tuesday 22ndThursday 24th 10 am-1 pm. Born in 2002, 2003. FACEBOOK AND TWITTER Don’t forget to join us on Facebook to see all the news and pictures from our latest events. www.facebook.com/waterfordcoaching. Waterford C&GD is now on Twitter @WaterfordGAACG for all the latest happenings.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Football Championship Division 1

Three out of three for Ballinacourty Ballinacourty ………2-17; Rathgormack ………0-10. COUNTY champions Ballinacourty chalked up their third successive win in this year’s Minor football championship with a well merited 0-13 win over Rathgormack at the Burgery grounds last Sunday morning. A goal in each half by Paddy Power and Neil Montgomery were the key scores here in what was a well contested first half at the end of which the winners led by 1-11 to 0-9. As well as their goal scorers, others to raise white flags in the first moiety for ‘Courty were Sean Whelan Barrett, Tom Looby, Ben Flynn and Ryan

Daly while Liam Connolly, Billy Power, Donnocha Hassett, Martin Power and Stephen Curry were on target for Rathgormack. However, Rathgormack didn’t score from play after the break, being confined to a Billy Power pointed free while the winners continued to work the scoreboard with further points from such as Darragh McGrath, Paddy Power, Tom Looby, sub James O’Riordan and 1-2 from centre forward Neil Montgomery. All of Ballinacourty’s starting forwards scored from play. Ballinacourty: Aaron Beresford; Jack Kiely, Shane Ahearne, David Montgomery;

Michael O’Riordan, Bearach Moore, Darragh McGrath 0-1; James Beresford, Tony Collins; Tom Looby 0-6 (2f), Neil Montgomery 1-3, Sean Whelan Barrett 0-2; Ryan Daly 0-1, Patrick Power 1-3, Ben Flynn 0-1. Subs: James O’Riordan 0-1, Tiernan Fagan. Rathgormack: Kieran Guiry; Kevin Hennebry, Adam Nugent, Kevin Connolly; Sam CorbettBarry, Adam Kelly, Conor Mulligan; Martin Power 0-1, Liam Connolly 0-3; Ben Kennedy, Donnocha Hassett 0-1, Billy Power 0-4f; Gerard Nugent, Kieran Power, Stephen Curry 0-1. Subs: Eoin Dooley, Patrick Hahessy, Conor Dalton, Peter Behan, Eoin Bray and Sean Hahessy. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Big win for Gaultier against the Blues battled on in the second half and they had the two first scores, a point by Luke O’Callaghan and a penalty by Mark Boland to complete his hat-trick. Substitute Stephen Jones added two further goals for Gaultier with white flags also being raised by such as midfielder Donal Power, Dean Kearns, Mikey Hutchinson and sub Michael Mahony. Mick Devine scored Dungarvan’s fourth goal but overall they had to play second fiddle to a very good Gaultier side here.

O’Sullivan; Niall O’Keeffe 1-0 (pen), Dean Kearns 2-7 (3f), Oliver Sharp; Davy Jones 0-2, Conor Stratton 1-0, Conor O’Brien 0-1. Subs: Stephen Jones 2-0, Michael Mahony 0-1, Sean Cullinane, Harry Redmond. Dungarvan: Daniel Kiely; Conor Duggan, Peter Queally, Kealan Daly; Colm O’Shea, Jack Lacey, Mark Allen; Sean Murray, Mark Boland 3-3 (1-2f); Gary Donnolly, Brendan Cullinane, Conor Hayes; Luke O’Callaghan 0-1, Mick Devine 1-0, Stephen Donovan. Subs: James Kiely, John Power, Willie John O’Shea. Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).

Gaultier ………………6-21; Dungarvan ……………4-4. DUNGARVAN could ill afford the absence of key players Sean Crotty, Glen Waters and goalie Cian Cliffe for their home game against Gaultier at home last Sunday morning and this was reflected in the final scoreline with the strong Barony side also leading at half-time by 4-10 to 2-1. The Blues started well and they led by 2-0 to 0-3 at the end of the first quarter thanks to a brace of Mark Boland goals but once Gaultier got into their stride and Dungarvan lost the services of their influential wing back Mark Allen through injury, there was just going to be one winner here. Gaultier’s centre forward Dean Kearns came into his own in the second quarter, scoring 2-3 (1f) while Davy Jones and a Niall O’Keeffe penalty finished the game as a contest by halftime. Credit Dungarvan, they

JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DIV 1 p w d l for against diff pts Ballinacourty 3 3 0 0 73 28 45 6 Gaultier GAA Club 3 2 0 1 59 47 12 4 Rathgormack 3 2 0 1 44 36 8 4 The Nire 3 2 0 1 52 49 3 4 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 3 1 0 2 53 38 15 2 Dún Garbhan 2 0 0 2 28 57 -29 0 De La Salle 3 0 0 3 10 64 -54 0

DIVISION 2A RESULTS St. Marys 3-15; Portlaw /Ballyduff 0-6. St. Saviours received walk-over from Clann Na nGael.

JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DIV 2 GROUP A p w d l for against diff pts St. Mary's 3 3 0 0 79 17 62 6 St. Saviour's 2 1 0 1 24 29 -5 2 Tramore 2 1 0 1 25 28 -3 2 Portlaw /Ballyduff 1 0 0 1 6 24 -18 0 Clan na nGael 2 0 0 2 15 51 -36 0

Gaultier: Darragh O’Keeffe; Jack Troy, Dale Cullinane, Tadhg Foley; Darragh Morgan, Mikey Hutchinson 0--1, David Dawson 0-1, Donal Power 0-8; Billy

OTHER DIVISION 1 RESULT Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg 3-21; De La Salle 0-2.

Bothar na Naomh, Lismore who beat Glenbeg in the Western Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Mini 7s Camogie final played in Abbeyside's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballyduff tops Division 3 on points difference Division 3B Ballyduff Upper ………1-7; St. Mollerans …………1-2. Ballyduff made the long

trek to Carrigbeg worthwhile last Sunday when their second win in the championship put them on top of the group

table on points difference ahead of Cois Bhride who received a walk over from Affane in their fixture.

Ballyduff and Cois Bhride will meet in a top of the table clash in Ballyduff on Sunday week April 3rd.

Kilrossanty wins local derby Kilrossanty ……………6-8; Stradbally …………… 1-8. Kilrossanty kept their championship hopes alive with a good local derby win over Stradbally at the Gold Coast venue last Sunday morning. Kilrossanty: Cormac Heinen, Patrick Hayes, Michael Galvin, John Paul Quinlan, Donal Fitzgerald,

Joshua Kay, Eoin Curran, Jack Whyte, Anthony Lonergan, Patrick Power, Luke Ryan, Jack Kavanagh, Eoin Power. Subs: Mikey Lawlor for Luke Ryan, Edmund Walsh for Anthony Lonergan. Stradbally: Aidan Rosseau, Robert Power, Brendan Gough, Alan Shaw Hamilton. Nick Power, Sean

O’Meara, Cormac Gough, Frank Heffernan, Sean Fennell, Adam Finn, Shane Carey, Seathrun Kiersey,

Dylan Fitzgerald, Whelan. Referee: John (Kill).

Dylan Power

JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DIV 3 p w d l for against diff pts Ballyduff Upper 2 2 0 0 35 15 20 4 Cois Bhride 2 2 0 0 25 16 9 4 Stradbally 2 1 0 1 38 32 6 2 Affane 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 Kilrossanty 1 0 0 1 10 25 -15 0 St Mollerans 2 0 0 2 12 32 -20 0

Brickeys go clear at top of Division 2B DIVISION 2B Brickeys …………… 2-14; St. Pats ………………. 1-5. Brickeys followed up with their recent wins over Ardmore and An Ghaeltacht with another good victory at home last Sunday morning against a strong St. Pat sides. The Bushy Park team are sure to qualify from this group and it looks as if their main opposition coming from Group 2A will be St. Marys. Brickeys: Shane Kelly; Jordan Whelan Veale, Dylan O’Donovan, Joey Curran; Jack

McGrath, Eoghan Curran, Mikey O’Hanlon; Cathal Curran, Conor Whelan; Niall Blackwell, Ryan O’Neill, Paul Lannon; Ruairi Curran, Maurice Daly, Aidan Organ. St. Pats: Charlie Whelan; Gearoid Hearne, Keith Hickey, Jack Cullinane; Reece Stringer, Cillian Tobin, Darragh Tobin;

Gavin Dalton, Dan Booth; Cian O’Byrne, Sam Murphy Nix, Michael Horgan; Anthony Reddy, Jack Skehan, James Walsh. Sub: Jamie Webster. Referee: Tom Mansfield (Affane/ Cappoquin).

Other Division 2B Result Ardmore received a walk over from An Ghaeltacht.

JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DIV 2 GROUP B p w d l for against diff pts Brickey Rangers 3 3 0 0 60 23 37 6 Deuglán Naofa 2 1 0 1 24 20 4 2 St Patrick's 3 1 0 2 37 35 2 2 St Oliver's 2 1 0 1 14 22 -8 2 An Ghaeltacht 2 0 0 2 9 44 -35 0

Garranbane who beat Ballymacarbry in the Western Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Mini 7s Boys Hurling final played in Abbeyside's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 11th May, 1996

Waterford Colleges Senior Football Final St. Augustine’s College ‘A’ ……… 1-7; St. Augustine’s College ‘B’ ……… 0-6. THIS unique pairing provided a fitting finale to an historic year of Gaelic Games activity in St. Augustine’s College. The Friary had, for the first time, entered two teams in this championship and the ‘B’ squad in particular had shown tremendous spirit and tenacity in reaching the decider. The combined panel comprises some thirty six young footballers and essentially the same players had earlier this year contested both football and hurling Munster Championship finals. The disappointment of losing the football decider to St. Michael’s Roscarberry was countered by a stirring hurling victory over noted Tipperary nursery Roscrea CBS. It is a tribute to these young players that they achieved so much in both codes, and the Waterford Football Final played on the home pitch at Duckspool, in front of an enthusiastic and ‘partisan’ crowd, was in effect a celebration of all that had gone before. The match was played in a spirit fitting the occasion, as the B team determined from the outset to take the game to their more vaunted opponents. Early points from Pat Nugent and Derek Hayes were negated by similar scores from the young

Ardmore midfield pairing of Shane Dower and Seamus Prendergast. The battle for midfield supremacy was just one of many man to man duels throughout the pitch, notably John Organ facing Ken Hassett and Gary Cullinan against formidable Tom Melody. A second point from Nugent and a free from Pat Fitzgerald left the score at half time: A team 0-4; B team 0-3. The pace of the game picked up after the interval as the A squad established control. A well taken goal by Damien Wall proved the match winning score and though the B team piled on the pressure in the closing minutes their opponents held out for a merited victory. Teams and scorers – ‘A’: M. Kiely (Abbeyside); S. Stacey (do.), G. Cullinan (Gaultier), J. Organ (Abbeyside); D. Lyons (Dungarvan), B. Cliffe (Abbeyside), V. O’Rourke (Clashmore); D. Hayes (Abbeyside 0-1), L. Hurney (do. 0-2); E. Doherty (Butlerstown 0-1), P. Fitzgerald (Naomh Brid 0-1), K. Flavin (Ardmore), P. Nugent (Newcastle 0-2), C. Keating (Kilrossanty), D. Wall (Dungarvan 1-0). ‘B’: J. White (Abbeyside); E. Beresford (Clashmore), R. Kenny (Rathgormack), M. Supple (Ardmore); A. Flavin (do.), V. O’Shea (Rathgormack); J. P. Cliffe (Naomh Brid); S. Dower (Ardmore 0-1), S. Prendergast (do. 0-2); I. Dunford (Naomh Brid 0-1), D. Brennan (Abbeyside 0-1), M. Cliffe (Naomh Brid); K. Hassett (Rathgormack 0-1), T. Melody (Abbeyside), M. Hickey (Abbeyside). Subs (both panels): C. Hennessy (Ardmore), P. Coffey (Kilrossanty), M. Horan (Abbeyside), N. Thompson (do.).

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Teams of Times Gone By BALLINACOURTY SENIOR FOOTBALL TEAM Year: 1996. Date: Sunday, March 31st. Competition: Round 1 County SFC. Oppositiion: Tramore. Venue: Stradbally. Referee: John Michael Kelly (Shamrocks). Half-Time Score: Tramore 3-1; Ballinacourty 1-4. Full-Time Score: Tramore 4-; Ballinacourty 2-5. Alan Beatty; Gavin Breen, Michael Collins, Jason Donovan; Jonathan Moore, Mark Reynolds, Paudie Shields; Benny Landers , Sean McGrath; Jimmy Stacey, Brian Beatty, Pat Cunningham; Damien Cliffe, Michael Cosgrave, Michael Enright. Scorers: Sean McGrath 1-1, Benny Landers 1-0, Brian Beatty 0-2, Michael Cosgrave 0-2 (1f).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 19 Forecasts. 14 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 74 %. This Week’s Forecasts: Allianz NFL Division 4: Waterford v (London). Leitrim v (Carlow), Louth v (Wexford), Antrim v (Wicklow). Under 21 ‘A’ F.: Ballinacourty v (Nire) West Under 21 ‘B’ F.: An Ghaeltacht v (Kilrossanty). County Senior Hurling League/ Sargent Cup: Tallow v (Ballyduff), Passage v (Mt. Sion), Ballygunner v (Fourmilewater), De La Salle v (Cappoquin), Abbeyside v Dungarvan - a draw. To Date: 79 Forecasts. 53 Correct. 26 Incorrect. Success Rate: 67.1%.

Ballymacarbry who beat Garranbane in the Western Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Mini 7s Boys Football final played in Abbeyside's GAA Grounds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

CARA Area Community Games (Clashmore, An Rinn, Ardmore, An Sean Pobal Areas) WE had five participants in the county finals for the swimming events at the Waterford Crystal pool last Wednesday evening. These are qualifiers for the national finals as the winner of each event goes through to represent Waterford. First to compete was Ciara Quinn who swam very well in the semi-final of the U10 25 metre Front Crawl but failed by one position to make the final. Next was Roisin Quinn who took part in the U-12 50 metre backstroke semifinal but who was also very unlucky not to make the final. Our third member was Robert Quinn who made a super effort to take 3rd place in the final U-14 front crawl. We had two entrants in the U-14 girls front crawl semi-finals with Rachel Flavin and Yuna Tierney managing to both qualify for the final in the most subscribed two event of the evening. Both girls swam superbly with Rachel picking up the bronze medal and Yuna finishing close behind her. All in all a wonderful night’s sport and entertainment was had in a great venue. Thanks to Yvonne, Mandy, Mary,

Deirdre, Stephen, Noel, Therese, Ann, Geraldine, Alan, Anne Marie, David and all the staff at the Waterford Crystal Sports Centre. We are currently trying to gauge interest and numbers available for team events before the deadline for entries which is the start of April. We are entering teams in:Outdoor Soccer: Boys under 12 but over 8, Girls under 15 but over 11 (Panel of 16, 11 + 5 Subs) Futsal: Boys & Girls under 13 but over 10, Boys & Girls under 15 but over 12, (Panel of 8, 5 + 3 Subs) Gaelic Football: Girls under 14 but over 11, (Panel of 16, 11 + 5 Subs) We might if we have enough interest and numbers enter teams in: Gaelic Football: Boys & Girls Under 10 but over 7, Girls Under 12 but over 9. Hurling: Boys under 11 but over 8, (Panel of 16, 11 + 5 Subs). Age Guidelines 2016 • Under 16: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2000 are overage. Under 15: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2001 are overage. Under 14: Competitors born on or

before 31 July 2002 are overage. Under 13: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2003 are overage. Under 12: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2004 are overage Under 11: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2005 are overage. Under 10: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2006 are overage. Under 9: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2007 are overage. Under 8: Competitors born on or before 31 July 2008 are overage. There are many activities, sports and games that kids have an opportunity to take part in that you may not realise. Events such as art, group singing/music, handwriting as well as the more traditional sports make the Community Games an event for everyone. For Panel and Age Category Details of all our Events for 2016, please see the web page at www.communitygames.ie/events Anyone interested in being part of or competing in CARA can contact Noel at noelq@eircom.net.

Waterford GAA Results Eastern Football League: Bunmahon 3-6; Micheal MacCraith Tramore 2-5 East Football League: De La Salle 1-8; Kilmacthomas 1-8 Kill 5-8; John Mitchel's 0-7 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Div. 1: Gaultier 6-21; Dungarvan 4-4 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 3-21; De La Salle 0-2 Ballinacourty 2-17; Rathgormack 0-10 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Div. 2 Group A: St. Mary's 3-15; Portlaw/Ballyduff 0-6 St. Saviours W/O Clan na Gael JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Div. 2 Group B: Ardmore W/O An Ghaeltacht Brickey Rangers 2-14; St Patrick's 1-5 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Football Championship Div. 3: Ballyduff Upper 1-7; St Molleran's 1-2 Cois Bhride W/O Affane Senior Football League - Phelan Cup - Group A: Kilrossanty 1-17; St. Saviours 0-9 Brickey Rangers 4-14; Ardmore 3-4 An Rinn 2-8; Stradbally 0-14

Senior Football League - Phelan Cup - Group B: Rathgormack 2-12; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-6 Rathgormack W/O Ballinameela The Nire 2-12; Ballinacourty 1-15 Gaultier 0-12; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-8 U-16 F Division 1: Micheal MacCraith Tramore 3-10; Ballinacourty 4-7 East U-14 F Division 2 Billy Murphy Butchers/Byrnes Centra: Roanmore 2-10; De La Salle 3-3 East U-14 F Division 3 Billy Murphy Butchers/Byrnes Centra: St. Saviours 4-8; Rathgormack 2-2 PP U14 H Roinn A: De La Salle College Waterford 3-11; St. Augustines 0-5. The Albert McGrath Newsagents - Western U-21 B Football Championship Knockout: Comeragh Gaels 3-13; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 0-14 Western U-21 A Football Championship Knockout: The Nire 4-10; Dungarvan 3-10 County U-14 F Division 1 Lawlor's Hotel: Gaultier 2-13; Kilrossanty 2-2 The Nire 4-9; Dungarvan 1-0 Micheal MacCraith Tramore 1-5; Ballinacourty 2-1 Gaultier 5-7; An Ghaeltacht 0-2 Ballinacourty 3-6; The Nire 0-3 West U-14 F Division 3 Lawlor's Hotel: Ballyduff Upper 6-9; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 6-5

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Brickey Rangers LOTTO Michael Dunne was the winner of the €5,650 jackpot numbers drawn: 1 - 3 - 5 -13. €25 to each of the following: Carmel Kelly, Conor Fitzgearald, Vinny O’Brien and Michael Gill. Next week’s jackpot is €1,000 draw will be held in The Local. Yearly Lotto ticket expires Thursday, 31st March. They can be renewed at a cost of €95. MEMBERSHIP Club membership is now overdue - membership officers will be in Bushy Park this Saturday from 10 a.m. until 11.30. Juvenile membership costs €30 - Adult €50 and family membership costs €60. We also have a 5 year membership plan in operation if this interests please feel free to contact either Angela Whelan or Kay O'Connell, club membership officers. Membership of the club is mandatory - no Membership no Insurance!! SENIOR FOOTBALL Our Senior Footballers kept their winning streak going in the Phelan cup on Saturday last as they were victorious over Ardmore on a score line of 4-14 to 3-4. MINOR FOOTBALL Our Minor Footballers stayed on their winning ways with a win over St. Patrick’s in Bushy Park last Sunday morning on a scoreline of 2-14 to 1-5. DARTS IN THE PARK A reminder that our club darts fundraiser is taking place this Saturday 26th in The Park Hotel at 8.30 p.m. A lot of effort and practice has gone into the preparation of the night from the players and the committee we would like to wish everyone involved the best of luck on the night and hope a great night is had by all. SYMPATHY The sympathy of the club is extended to Katie McGrath, Ballintaylor, on the death of her brotherin-law John Stephenson which occurred in the UK and to Pat Lennon, Ballyguiry, on the death of his uncle Liam Butler who died in the past week. May they rest in peace. JUVENILE NOTES Training: We have a training schedule for the juveniles, this is subject to change but for the coming weeks the following is the plan U-16 football-Wednesday at 7.15 pm on the pitch. U-14 and U-13 - Football at 6 pm Fridays U-12 and U-11 - Hurling at 7 pm Tuesdays U-10 and U-9 - Football at 6 pm Tuesdays. U-8 Football and Hurling at 10 am-11:30 am Saturdays Players are asked to wear runners and bring boots to the training sessions until further notice. U-14 Championship: V's Cois Brid is rescheduled for next Monday, 28th March in Bushy at 6 p.m. U-13 Championship: V's Ring on Saturday, 26th March at 3 p.m. (Players will be notified by text). Child Welfare Course: The Juvenile club will be having a child welfare course coming up in April and booking is essential. All coaches must have completed this course contact Angela for details 087 2599534. Feile Fundraising: This Friday 25th is the last day to leave bags of unwanted clothes for the Feile fundraiser. Scór Na bPáistí: On Saturday night last the Brickey Rangers were well represented at the county finals, we had two competitors in the story telling, Aoibhe Kirwan and Sarah Nyhan, solo singing Sarah Nyhan and Siobhan Lennon, quizteam A Tom O’Connell, Sarah Nyhan and David Nyhan. Team B Aoibhe Kirwan, Siobhan Lennon and Peter Cummins who replaced Mark Blackwell on the night, the ballad group members were Lia Cunningham, Cathy Shanley, Eimear O’Neill, Aoibhe Kirwan and Siobhan Lennon, all competitors were great club representatives who did not leave any stone unturned in their preparation for the competition. All those who participated were winners but only some came away with medals, Sarah came 1st in the story telling and both Sarah and Siobhan came home with medals for their singing. Congratulations to all the participants and their coaches and parents. THIS WEEKS U-8'S PROFILES ARE AS FOLLOWS Name: Conor Barrett Age: 7 School: Glenbeg NS Favourite Sport: Soccer Favourite Player: Ronaldo Favourite Food: Steak and Chips Future Career: Professional soccer player Name: Eoghan Lavin Age: 7 School: Glenbeg NS Favourite Sport: Soccer Favourite Player: Messi Favourite Food: Nuggets and Chips Future career: Professional soccer player.

Nire/Fourmilewater ANNUAL BRAIN OF BALLYMACARBRY QUIZ The annual Brain of Ballymacarbry Quiz takes place Holy Thursday Night (March 24th) in Doocey's Bar. The proceeds of this year quiz are going to the Friends of the Grant Family Fund. Following the death of a second sibling Leo and a third member of (Pat) Grant family from Huntington's disease, a group of family friends have come together to help with financial support. Our aim is to fund raise through raffles, coffee mornings and small events. GRANT FAMILY HISTORY Our dad Patrick Grant was diagnosed with Huntington disease in 1984. He inherited the disease from his mother. He had a family of nine and of these four have been diagnosed with the disease. Patrick Grant died in 2008 aged 65. Our brother Leo got sick at 20 years of age and gave 22 years in residential care, he died on January 29th, 2016. Our brother Willie was diagnosed in his early 20's. The family were able to care for him at home and he died on 2nd August, 2014 at the age of 38. Martina got sick at the age of 30. She is currently at home and we are caring for her and hope to keep her at home for as long as possible. Jacinta was diagnosed at 19 years and is in full time residential care. As a family we have always showed our support for our parents and siblings when they were initially diagnosed with the disease and the progression of the disease over the last 30 years. All our siblings need enormous amount of emotional and financial support. As they are so young they don't qualify for lots of grants. At times this has put a huge strain on the whole family to try and ensure all their needs are being met" All support would be greatly appreciated. THE CUBE MAY 14th The Cube is one of the most popular and entertaining game shows shown on TV and now it is coming to Ballymacarbry Community Centre!!! Could a member of your club defeat the Cube and win €1,000 for your club or organisation? Can you defeat the Cube yourself? Nire/ Fourmilewater GAA club are holding this fundraiser for the development of our field and dressing rooms, which are currently under construction. This fundraiser is a joint venture with Ballymacarbry ladies football and will take place on the 14th May, 2016 in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. We are looking for 32 competitors to enter the Cube and compete for prize money of €1,000. It will be €200 to enter the Cube and the competitors will compete in semi-finals before a final will take place between the best competitors and they will have the chance to win €1,000!! Who can enter? Absolutely anyone!! We welcome any club, charity or individuals who wish to nominate themselves, a club member or someone else to compete for the prize money on the night! Wouldn't it be nice to win €1,000 for your club? Or you could even win €1,000 for yourself! All you have to do is defeat the Cube! This event is open to all ages and there will be refreshments, a raffle and further activities on the night. Tickets will cost €10 for entry. If you are interested in participating or securing tickets, please contact any member of The Nire, Fourmilewater or Ballymac Ladies. PHELAN CUP Well done to our Senior Footballers who played out a 2-12 to 1-15 draw with Ballinacourty last Saturday evening. U-21 FOOTBALL Well done to our U-21 footballers who defeated Dungarvan 4-10 to 3-10 to set up a Western semi-final v Ballinacourty this evening. MEMBERSHIP Membership is a huge source of finance for every club. We are also aware of the considerable financial pressure on all families. However, no club can survive without this vital revenue stream. On the registration night we will be offering a number of options of paying your annual membership. The most attractive of these is our direct debit scheme. This has proved popular with quite a number of families. This method of payment will ensure free family membership of Nire/Fourmilewater clubs, weekly lotto ticket for both clubs and one annual Deise draw ticket where you could win the top monthly prize of €10,000. The club is appealing to members to show their support which will then enable us fulfil our targeted goals and enable us compete at the highest possible levels both on and off the playing pitches. A direct debit mandate if you choose to that method of payment and a membership form, that we ask you to complete. WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Hard luck to Conor Gleeson, Jamie Barron and the Waterford hurlers on their draw with Galway last Sunday in the National Hurling League. This sets up a quarter final draw away to Wexford in two weeks time. 2015 COUNTY U-21B COUNTY HURLING FINAL The county U-21B Hurling final v Portlaw has

Comeragh Rangers Ladies Footballers Presentation Night. Junior A Champions, with Ryan Roache Manager.

been fixed for Sunday, May 1st at 1 p.m. in Walsh Park. However, if Waterford reach the National Hurling League final, this game will be be rescheduled. FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Fourmilewater Lotto Result 20th March, 2016. Numbers drawn 16, 21, 25. Jackpot not won. 5 X. €30. Winners: Mary Walsh, Louise Prendegast, Mary Wall, Michael O’Gorman, Tom Kearney. Next week’s Jackpot €1,200. FOURMILEWATER 45 CARD RESULTS Winners: Catherine Whelan and Helen Ryan. 2nd Shared: Jim Skehan and Joe Loughnane; Christy Skehan and Martin Moore; Mem Murphy and John Mangan; Kathleen Coleman and Eddie Byrne. Lucky Tables: Tom Brazil and Jimmy Quinn; Ollie and Seamus O’Neill. NIRE WEEKLY LOTTO Numbers Drawn 1, 14, 31. No winner. Two by €50 winners: Mary Gleeson, Lonán Carroll. Next week’s Jackpot €2,700. BALLYMACARBRY LADIES Our Annual Club Clothes Collection will take place on Saturday, 26th March between 9 am and 2 pm in the Millfield dressing rooms. So please get gathering unwanted clothing, linen, curtains, bags, belts, shoes, teddy bears etc. Put the unwanted clothing in bin bags (any colour or size). We're also looking for old mobile phones and laptops which are to be kept separate from your bags of clothing (doesn't matter if they're broken/ smashed). The collection point will be the Mill Field where you can drop the bags between 9 am and 2 pm. If you have bags and can't store them till 26th March, contact Mairéad on 087-7703836 or Linda on 087-7645959 and they'll collect them from you. It's a huge fundraiser for the club so please try help. Thanks. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILE NOTES Feile Na Gael: This year's Feile Na Gael is being held in Waterford/ Tipperary. The Feile will be launched here in Ballymacarbry in April and we will also be hosting a team. Our excellent U-14 hurling team will be proudly representing our parish and the Millfield will be a hive of activity in June. Thank you to everyone who supported our church gate collection last weekend. U-14: Hard luck to our U-14 Footballers who lost out to Ballinacourty last Sunday morning. However, they did start the week with a fine win over Dungarvan. U-13: Best of luck to our U-13 footballers who take on Cappoquin this Saturday Membership: Please note that you can avail of free membership by signing up to the Club's Direct Debit scheme, which at the same time, be supporting the club's main fundraisers i.e. Weekly lotto and Deise Draw, all for as little as €4.25 per week. If you would like more information of if you have any queries in relation to the above, please do not hesitate to contact Ger Walsh at 087 6713642 or Deirdre O'Meara at 087 0689929 Ballymacarbry National School: Well done to Ballymacarbry National school 7 a side football and hurling teams on reaching the Western final in both codes. This was a great achievements for the boys. They came through the first round of the hurling beating Tallow, Cappoquin and Lismore and faced Garranbane in the final. Unfortunately, the boys didn't play to their potential in the final and were narrowly beaten.

They faced Garranbane again in the football final and the boys were determined to turn the tables in this final and to retain their Western title from last year. They gave a great display and battled to the very end, winning by a goal. Both finals were played on the same day so well done to the boys from both teams for their fantastic effort and skill levels. Thanks also to Eoin Wall whose hurling coaching will continue in school after Easter. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. Training U-13: Our U-13 Train every Tuesday at 7 pm in the Community Centre €3. U-11/12: Our U-11/12 training continues every Monday between 6-7 pm Our U-10/11's training continues every Thursday between 5/6 pm in Community Centre. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Friday between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Community Centre. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Comeragh Comeragh Rangers Ladies Rangers Ladies PRESENTATION NIGHT A wonderful night was had recently as Comeragh Rangers hosted it's presentation night in Rathgormack Community Centre. A great crowd was on hand to support our winning teams from 2015. Chairman of the Waterford Ladies Football County Board Nicky Sheenan was special quest and praised the club on there success thought out the year giving a special word to the parents and families who supported the players in achieving their goals, saying without their very important support these goals would not have being achieved. The club was proud to have won the Senior Munster Plate for the 2nd year running beating Cappawhite of Tipperary in the final. Ryan Roach steered the Juniors to be A champions following on from last year when they won the B championship. This was a great achievement for the club, considering Comeragh Rangers are the only club in Waterford to have two adult teams completing in the championship and this year will be completing in both the Senior and Intermediate championships. Our Minors under Kevin Power produced another wonderful year as they again went on to win the Minor A championship for the 4th year in a row. A great achievement which saw them win Munster team of the Month. Our under 15 were not to be out done either having a very successful yeae and going on to

win an A title under the watchful eye of Sean Foley and Katie Hannon. In all the club was very pleased with the past year and hopes to continue in the same tread 2016 but as always it comes down to the very hard work of a lot of people so lets hope that continues. REGISTRATION NIGHT The Club Registration night is being held at the Club House at Curry Park on April 7th and 14th at 7.15 pm - 8.15 pm. Rates are €62 for adults, €40 for girls between 10 and 18 years and under 10's are €22. Also please support the Annual Comeragh Rangers Cake Sale following 10 am Mass on Sunday, 27th March outside Rathgormack Church. Your support as always is much appreciated.

Lismore (Kindly sponsored by EAMONN'S PLACE) LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO Our Lotto draw was held in the Community Centre on Tuesday evening last, March 15th at 7.30 p.m. for a JACKPOT OF €20,000. Numbers drawn on the night were as follows: 7, 8, 15, 16. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to Terry Whelan, Joanne Daly, Patsy Kearney, Patricia O’Rourke. Next week's Jackpot will be €20,000. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. SYMPATHY Lismore GAA Club extends its sympathy to Mary Prendergast and family, Glendeish, Lismore, on the death of Mattie who passed away last week. May he rest in peace. CONGRATULATIONS Congrats to Joesph O’Keeffe, Deerpark, who came 4th in the World Dancing Competitons held in Scotland over the weekend.

Naomh Brid LEAGUES The under 10 football league is currently being held every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. Last Sunday we were away to Ballyduff Upper and next week on Easter Sunday morning we are away to St Olivers. The next Under 13 football match is on Saturday, 26th March away to Tramore at 3 p.m. Under 12 hurling league will start on Friday, April 8th at home to Ballyduff Upper. There will not be any training next Monday evening as it is a Bank Holiday. The following week we will be going outdoors, and continue every Tuesday evening from 6.30 to 7.30 p.m. in Modeligo. REGISTRATION DAY Naomh Brid will hold their Registration Day on Sunday, April 3rd in Modeligo Community field. Registration forms will handed out and each player will need to register on or before this date in order to be eligible to play for the club during the season. There will be some home league games held on the day of the registration and we will finish the day with our annual ball run on the hill. Sheets for the ball run have also been circulated. CUL CAMP 2016 This year the Cúl Camp will be held in Bohadoon on the week commencing on Monday, August 1st. Camp Co-Ordinator is Mary Fahey.

Naomh Naomh Chartaigh Chartaigh (Lismore / Ballysaggart Juvenile GAA) TABLE QUIZ Reminder for our Annual Fundraiser TABLE QUIZ will be held in Meagher's Ballysaggart on this THURSDAY NIGHT, March 24th at 9.30 p.m. Tables of 4 €40. Raffle on the night with some great prizes to be won. Quizmaster Edward Lynch. PADDY WHELAN TOURNAMENT Paddy Whelan U-14 tournament will be held on Saturday, April 2nd in the GAA Field. Teams taking part are Naomh Chartaigh, Killeagh, Mount Sion, Cois Bride. Great hurling assured on the day. DISCO In conjunction with the local camogie club we are holding an U-16s Disco in the Community Centre on Friday, April 8th between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. to raise much needed funds for the upcoming Feile Na Gael which is been hosted by Waterford County this year. Your support and helping hands would be greatly appreciated on the night. DJ Liam O’Gorman. MEMBERSHIP 2016 Any outstanding membership can be now paid to mentors at training or to membership officer Trish Morrissey. Remember your child/children are not covered by insurance to train or play matches until this money is paid. U-10s Naomh Chartaigh U-10s played St. Oliver's at home on Sunday morning in the Football Town and Country League. This was a very competitive game. Well done to all involved. SYMPATHY Sympathy to the Prendergast Family, Glendish, Lismore, on the death of Mattie. May he rest in peace. CONGRTULATIONS Congratulations to Joesph O’Keeffe, Deerpark on been placed 4th in the World Dancing Competitions held in Scotland last weekend.

An Coilligeán / Na h-Emmetigh U-21 FOOTBALL (COMERAGH GAELS) Well done to Comeragh Gaels’ U-21 Footballers who qualified for the Western “B” Championship Final courtesy of a 3-13 to 0-14 win over a fancied Clashmore/Kinsalebeg outfit in Fraher Field on Friday night last (March 18th). The lads now advance to the divisional final against the winners from last night’s semi-final between An Ghaeltacht and Kilrossanty, which will take place on Bank Holiday Monday afternoon next (that’s March 28th) in Fraher Field, with throw-in at 1.00 p.m. Please come along and give the lads your support. This will be the curtain raiser to the “A” decider which has a 2.30 p.m. start. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE The Western Board Intermediate hurling league commences this weekend, where we face Brickey Rangers in our opening game. The game is fixed for this Easter Sunday (March 27th), with throw-in at 12:00 noon in Colligan. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday, March 14th last. The numbers drawn were 16, 17, 18 & 27. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Noreen McGrath, Mike Beresford, Patricia Power, and Gerry Kelly. Last Monday (21/3) night’s jackpot was worth €11,350. Thanks for your continued support.

Clais Mhór/ Clais Mhór/ Cionn t-Sáile Cionn tSáile Beag Beag FOOTBALL RESULTS – MINOR Our Minor footballers played De La Salle last Sunday morning and finally managed to get a win in this championship on the third attempt. The lads started brightly and were well ahead at both half time and full time following some well taken scores. They played some great football and everyone acquitted themselves well throughout the match. We have a bye in the next round of this competition thus we are not in action for a few weeks so be sure to keep an eye on the paper and social media for details of our next fixture. Full time score was Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3-21; De La Salle 0-2. UNDER 21 Despite an excellent performance our U-21 team were defeated in the semi- final. The result was Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-14; Comeragh Gaels 3-13. The team lined out as follows: Robbie Deady, Alan McCarthy, Danny O'Neill, Conor Lynch, Jack Foley, Shane Russell, Brian Lynch (1), Paul O'Connor (3), Edmond O'Halloran (1), Dean Russell, Adam Curley (1), Dean O'Brien (1), Eoin Coughlan (2), Paddy Prendergast (5), and Adam Sullivan. Substitute used: Niall Kennefick.

PHELAN CUP Phelan Cup result Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 18; Gaultier 0-12.

GAA CLUB NOTES HURLING LEAGUE Clashmore / Kinsalebeg will line-out against Ballinameela on Sunday next, March 27th, at 12 nooon. WELL DONE TADHG AND BRIAN It was great to see club members, Brian O'Halloran and Tadhg de Búrca, in action with the Waterford Senior Hurling team in Walsh Park, on Sunday last. What an excellent contribution both players made in their different roles. If anybody has any news, result or match report for the senior club please send it on to me before 8.00 p.m each Monday. Please send it by text to 0851029111 or e-mail at rosemaryohalloran@gmail.com Add to Clashmore/Kinsalebeg CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES U-10 Football: Our U-10 footballers were in action on Sunday morning when they played The Nire at home. The lads played really well and we had a great crowd to cheer them on. They are playing again this weekend when they take on St. Pats away at 11 a.m. on Easter Sunday morning. Best of luck lads and keep the good work going! Croke Park Visit for U12's! Our U12 footballers are making a trip to the biggest stage of them all when they go to Croke Park next Thursday, March 31st for a GAA Go Games Activity Day. This promises to be an absolutely amazing day out for the players, their mentors and their families as they will get to visit the GAA Museum and play games on the best surface in the country. Parents/supporters/family will be welcome on the day and will be allowed into Cusack/Hogan stand to watch the club play their games. They can also visit the museum and do the stadium tour but will have to pay to do so and go on the public tours on the day. All in all it promises to be a super day out and one the club is really looking forward to! Easter Egg Draw: Please ensure you do try and support our annual Easter Egg Draw which is a crucial fundraiser for our juveniles, buy many and buy often! U-16 Footballers In Action On The Double: Our U-16 footballers are playing not one but two Division 3 championship games this week. They are taking on Cois Bhride at 6:30 on Wednesday evening (23/03) and they take on St.Saviours on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Both of these games are on in Clashmore and the very best of luck to Roger Ryan and the lads in these games.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €7,200 held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 20/03/16. Numbers were 5, 15, 21, 27. €30 won by the following people Willie Hurton C/O Flahavans; Jamie & Casey Condon, Kilmacthomas. Seller’s prize of €30 Conor Hayes, The Pike. Next Clotto held in Micilín’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 27/03/16 for a Jackpot of €7,300.On duty on the night Harry Quinn and Jason Dee. PHELAN CUP Our senior footballers played their second round game last Saturday evening as we travelled to Ballybeg to take on the home side. This was an evenly contested affair in the open quarter but the lads tapped over a few points before the break to leave them ahead at half-time 0-8 to 0-5. On the re-start the lads kept the pressure on the home side as they tapped over some very well taken scores and a well taken goal from the boot of Paul Whyte. This turned out to be a very useful workout for the lads as they ran out 1-17 to 0-9 winners. Next up for the lads is likely to be a home game against Stradbally. Team: Darren Mulhearne, Killian Whelan, Mark Prendergast, James Whyte, Barry Prendergast, Conor Hayes, Pa Whyte, Tommy Prendergast, Oscar de Paor, Michael Walsh, Paul Whyte, Pa Cunningham, Willie Brazil, Paul Hayes, Joey Veale.

MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP Our Minor Footballers bounced back this week with a very impressive win over Stradbally. After going down last week, the lads had a much improved performance. The lads were very fast out of the blocks and led 1-2 to 0-0 after ten minutes. Stradbally however hit back with a number of scores before the lads hit the net for a second time in the opening half, to lead at the break 2-5 to 1-5. On the resumption both teams had spells of possessions but our boys took their scores very well. There were some fine points and goals scored by the lads and over all the attitude of the lads was top class of Sunday morning. The lads ran out winners on a scoreline of 6-9 to 1-8. Next up for the lads is likely to be a home game against St. Mollerans. Team: Cormac Heinen, Paddy Hayes, Michael Galvin, Eoin Curran, John Paul Quinlan, Joshua Kay, Donal Fitzgerald, Jack Whyte, Luke Ryan, Patrick Power, Eoin Curran, Jack Kavanagh, Anthony Lonergan. Subs: Michael Lawlor for Luke Ryan, Edmund Walsh for Anthony Lonergan

FIELD DEVELOPMENT The field is due to open in the next fortnight and it is great to see how well the new surface is looking. Our FAS man, Sean is doing excellent work in putting the final touches so that every-

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Naomh Chartaigh U-10 Footballers who played St. Olivers at home last Sunday in the Town & Country League.

thing will be in order for the opening game. DEISE DRAW Will take place this coming Friday, 25th March in Stradbally GAA Centre. This is a great fundraiser for the club with 70% coming back to the club. Any outstanding monies can be given to Mairead, Jason or Kevin. MONSTER BINGO Thank you to everyone who supported our Monster Bingo last Friday evening 18th of March our next Monster bingo will be on Friday evening 29th of April in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien. TABLE QUIZ There will be a Table Quiz for the players Training fund in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien on the Friday, April 1st. SYMPATHY The club would like to extend their sympathy to the Cusack family, Ballinavouga, Leamybrien, on the sad passing of Paddy. Paddy’s grandfather Patsy Wall was captain of our first winning senior football team in 1888. Paddy’s sons played for the Club. Willie our current ViceChairman played on the winning under 21 Football teams in 1992 and 1993. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

AnGhaeltacht Gaeltacht An PEIL FAOI 8 AGUS FAOI 10 Thaisteal na buachaillí go dtí St. Pats maidin Dé Satharn. Buíochas do club St. Pats a chur soláistí ar fáil. Bhain na buachaillí ard-taitneamh as an chluiche. PEIL FAOI 14 Bhí an chéad chluiche craobh ag na buachaillí ar an Satharn i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin. Bhíodar síos ag leath am le cúl agus dhá chúilín, agus tháinig Gailltír amach sa dara leath le cúpla scór mear ach ní bhfaighfimis an buachaint a bhaint amach ar an lá. Bhí An Ghaeltacht gann ar imreoirí, ach fós chuireadar an-iarracht isteach sa chluiche le taispeantas maith peile. Tá na buachaillí ag traenáil go dian i láthair na huaire le cluichí rialta, agus ag súil go mór le Féile 2016 ag teacht dtín cheanntar. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Thaisteal baill de chlub an ghaeltacht go dtí Ceapach Choinn ag an deireadh seachtaine chun páirt a ghlacadh i Scór na bPáistí, Craobh Phort Láirge. Ghlacadar páirt san amhránaiocht aonair, aithriseoireacht, bailéad ghrúpa, tráth na geist agus an léiriú. Bhí árd-oíche acu agus go leor boinn ag teacht abhaile dtín Ghaeltacht leo. Maith sibh.

CLG na Rinne Rinne LOTTO Torthaí lotto 14/3//2016. Uimhreacha: 7, 12, 17, 29. Níor bhuaigh aoinne an pota óir an tseachtain seo caite. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25 an duine: Máiréad Magar, Tadhg Ó Maoileoin, Tadhg Kelly. Beidh €12,000 sa pota óir an tseachtain seo chugainn agus is i dTigh an Cheoil a bheidh an tarraingt. PEIL SINSIR D'imir An Rinn babhta 2 sa sraith an Domhnach seo caite nuair a thugamar aghaidh ar an Sráidbhaile i bPáirc Uí Shíothcháin. Críochnaigh an cluiche ar comh scór; An Rinn 27; An Sráidbhaile 0-13. PEIL F21 Is in aghaidh Cill Rosanta a bheidh foireann

na Gaeltachta an Máírt seo 22/3/16 i cluiche leath cheannais peile faoi 21 i gclub Dhún Garbhán ag 7 pm. LOTTO 1916 Beidh an tarraingt ar siúl ar Luan na Cásca seo chugainn i dTigh Uí Mhuirithe ag 10.30 pm.tá fáilte roimh gach aoinne bheith i láthair agus beidh ceol agus craic againn ar an oíche.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in last Saturday's Lotto draw were 18-19-20-24, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Breda Coakley, Carmel Baldwin, Ollie O'Farrell, Ciara Ahearne, John & Chloe. Next week's jackpot will be €13,350. DEAG AHEARNE CUP Erin's Own made the long trip from Waterford city last Saturday to play Shamrocks in the Deag Ahearne Cup which of course is named after one of of the longest serving Shamrocks man with years of service to the club. Shamrocks won this cup in its inaugural outing last year following an excellent game. Unfortunately the Eastern visitors proved way too strong this year, and really won easily in the end. We were without the services of a few players for this game, but that doesn't excuse what was a very flat performance from our team. We would like to thank Erin's own for making the trip to Knockanore for the second year running and wish them well in the championship. Team; Ciarán O'Keeffe, Nat Smith, John O'Donovan, Jason Ahearne, Brian Harnedy, Adam Crawford, Cathal Herlihy, Kelvyn O'Farrell, J.P. Lucey, Joe Leahy, Edward Lonergan, Padraig Ahearne, Eoin Murphy, Stevie Lucey, Keegan O'Farrell. Subs used Seanie Murphy, Bernie Kelleher, Mike O'Neill.

1916 COMMEMORATION Tyrone Productions are a TV and Entertainment company from Dublin, and to commemorate the centenary of 1916 they have been commissioned by the G.A.A to produce a show which will be the G.A.A.'s commemoration of that event. This takes place in Croke Park on Sunday, 24th April, which is the day of the Division One and Two Football League finals, and will be televised. Part of this programme will be a Grand Parade where they want as many representatives from all G.A.A. clubs in the country as possible to carry the flag of their county. Volunteers may be required to be available on Saturday, 23rd April for a rehearsal in Croke Park, and again the following day 24th for a rehearsal in the morning, and for the event in the afternoon. Volunteers will have to arrange their own travel and accommodation (if required) at their own expense, and must be over 18 years of age. If anyone is interested in taking part in this event you can contact club secretary Padraig Tobin 087-6549201 for details. DEISE AND GALWAY SHARE SPOILS Though Waterford were assured of their quarter-final place in the League, Galway needed to win to avoid the relegation play-off. Derek McGrath made a few changes which meant that Shane and Colm Roche both made their debut for the Deise in a National competition, and well done to both lads who played very well, Colm getting a point and an assist, and Shane playing the full match. It's a unique day indeed when three Kilwatermoy men line out for Waterford on the one day, if you include Tallow clubman and Kilwatermoy resident Tommy Ryan along with Shane and Colm! A draw was the end result, and

though the pace was sometimes a bit pedestrian, there were a lot of quality scores with Shane Bennett the pick of our forwards. We now have to play Wexford in Wexford Park, which could well be a tricky one. 'Hon the Deise! DEISE DRAW The first draw in this year's Deise Draw takes place this Friday night. Anyone who wishes to get tickets can contact any committee member. SCÓR NOTES Last Saturday evening the County Final of Scór na bPáisti took place in Cappoquin. We had a large number of competitors in various categories. Congratulations and well done to the following:- Set dancers on coming 2nd in the Set Dancing section, Catherine Hynes on coming 2nd in the recitation, the Ballad Group on getting 1st place in their section and our two quiz teams on coming 1st and 3rd in the quiz. Well done to you all. Thanks to Kegan O'Farrell for his musical accompaniment for the set dancers.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Sunday, 10th April: Melleray V Kilgobinet in Melleray at 12 noon. Sunday, 17th April: Kilgobinet V Geraldines in Bohadoon at 12 noon. Saturday 14th May: Junior A Hurling Kilgobinet V Geraldines in Bushy Park at 7.30 p.m. DEISE DRAW It's that time of year again, the clubs main source of funds is from sales of Deise Draw tickets. We had 10 winners last year, so we ask all members and supporters to purchase a ticket. Breda Walsh is the draw coordinator and has distributed tickets to all sellers. We would ask all players to please make an effort to get their membership fees paid as soon as possible as any player who suffers an injury in training or matches will not be covered by insurance. This is a ruling from Croke Park who are the administrators of the Players’ Injury Fund. Your Membership officer is J. J. FItzgerald. SPLIT THE POT St. Pat’s Monthly draw (1st draw) takes place in Queally’s (Gary's) Bar, Bohadoon on Easter Sunday, 27th March at 9 p.m. Tickets €2 to enter or three for €5 from any St. Pat’s committee member.

Ardmore PHELAN CUP We got beaten 4-14 to 3-4 in our second match of the Senior Football League last Saturday v. Brickey Rangers. We were short quite a few regulars for a variety of reasons. Next match in the league is against An Gaeltacht on Saturday week where we hope to have a full panel available. ARDMORE LOTTO Winning numbers were: 5, 15, 26, 28. Runners-up: L. and K., c/o An Tobar; Declan Lombard, c/o Grange Post Office; Thomas Hallahan, c/o Ardmore Post Office; Denis McGrath, c/o Grange Post Office; Georgina Keogh, c/o Quinn’s. Next week’s lotto is €5,500 at Fleming’s Bar. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP We received a walk-over in the Minor Football Championship v. An Gaeltacht last Sunday morning.

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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connors where the jackpot is €3,600 as on Sunday night last John David Power was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 25, which when turned was not the Joker though he did win €50. Noah Landers and Marian and Anthony won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crotty’s Corner Bar. SENIOR FOOTBALL On Saturday last our Senior footballers traveled to Ballymacarbry to take on The Nire in round 2 of the Phelan Cup, and at the end of an entertaining game the sides were level. Team: R. RYAN, C. McCARTHY, E. BERGIN, D. HENLEY, S. O’DONOVAN, S. O’HARE, D. COLLINS, C. PRUNTY, J. O’MAHONEY, P. HURNEY, M. FIVES, M. MAHER, P. COLLINS, M. O’HALLORAN, E. KIELY. Subs: K. DWANE, L. HURNEY. UNDER 21 FOOTBALL This Thursday night we play The Nire in the Western Semi-Final in Dungarvan Club grounds at 7:30 p.m. SENIOR HURLING This Friday night we play Dungarvan in round one of the Sargent Cup in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. The game is being staged in Fraher Field as a Fundraiser for Sesame Special Needs Preschool, so we ask as many supporters as possible to come along on the night and support this very worthy cause. Admission on the night is €5. Sesame Special Needs Preschool has been running in Dungarvan for the past 30 years. The main function of Sesame is to provide an early intervention service for Children with additional needs. Children attend Sesame from Co. Waterford. In Sesame we provide a positive and safe learning environment for Children. We are funded by the HSE Disability Service. At present 20 Children attend Sesame on a weekly basis. Applications are accepted through the HSE West Waterford Early Intervention team (WWEI). Children can access the service on reaching two years of age. Sesame is supported by the HSE Early Intervention Team and Children access therapies such as occupational therapy, speech and language, psychology and physio as needed in the service. As a team we carry reflective practice through observations, assessments, reports, team meetings and family interventions. Throughout the day we provide opportunities for choice, turn taking, creative imagination and individualism. In July 2014 Sesame moved to its new premises at White Strand, Abbeyside. This move has afforded the service the opportunity to grow and has seen the service increase to a greater number of families. We are looking to fund raise for an outdoor specialised playground and we cannot emphasise the benefits of outdoor play for children with additional needs. Playing outside, whether it’s directed play or independent play, offers significant physical and social benefits to children with special needs. Regular outdoor play helps children to improve body awareness, motor skills, and balance. This outdoor playground would be a very valuable resource to our children. Contact details for Sesame are sesamepreschool@cablesurf.com and 058-40001. The Management, Staff and Families of Sesame would like to take this opportunity to thank Dungarvan GAA Club and Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club and their Senior Hurling Teams and supporters for suggesting this charity event on our behalf. WEDDING BELLS On behalf of all in the club we would like to congratulate Eoin Enright and Sarah O’Brien who were married last Friday. We wish them every happiness in their lives together. We would also like to congratulate Gary Hurney and Tammy Hehir on their engagement last weekend. MEMBERSHIP We would like to remind intending members and especially players that membership fees are now due and can be paid to Kevin Tobin or any team manager. We would ask players to make a special effort to pay their membership before returning to training to ensure they are covered by insurance. We remind all those intending to join that March 31st is the closing date to pay. BOOKING OF PITCHES As teams start back training over the next few weeks we remind all team managers that they must book the pitches/astro turf with Michael Donovan prior to training and also managers are asked to remember that the main pitch remains closed until further notice. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night in the the CBS Hall with a jackpot of €1,150. JUVENILE NOTES Under 10 and 13: Training for the under 10 and under 13 age groups will go ahead again this Friday night as usual in the wall ball. The under 10 team will train between 7 and 8 p.m. and the under 13 team will train between 8 and 9 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Under 14: Our under 14 football team played their third match of the championship on Sunday morning last against the Nire. The team played very well on the day and came away with victory. Training for this group of players continues weekly on Monday and Thursday nights. Minor football: Also on Sunday morning last our minor football team played their third match of the championship at home to Rathgormack. After another good display by the team over the hour the team won this game also and remain unbeaten so far in the championship. Well done to all. Under 16: Our under 16 football team played their first championship match on St Patrick’s morning last away against Tramore. In what was an exciting game of football played between two evenly matched teams the score at full time was level. This was a solid start to our championship and hopefully this will be a result that can be improved upon as the championship goes on. Congratulations: Congratulations from everyone in the club must go to brother and sister combination Dara and Caoimhe McGrath who were recently shortlisted to the final 12 in the prestigious Pat Noctor Awards for their outstanding achievements in GAA over the past 12 months. Well done to both indeed who did not win the overall award on the night but represented the club with pride. Underage hurling sessions: Our weekly underage training sessions on Saturday mornings from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. are proving to be a great success and we welcome back all previous players and say a Céad Míle Fáilte to all our newcomers. Thank you to all the parents who have returned the membership forms so far and we respectfully request any outstanding forms are to be returned this Saturday to allow us to register all players with Croke Park (for insurance purposes). Hurleys, Helmets and Junior Gum Shields can be purchased from our Equipment Officer, Séan Fischer, on Saturday's and are very competitively priced. Membership: Suzanne Gough is our Membership Officer and all Coaches of Juvenile Teams are asked to return all membership forms and fees as soon as possible and prior to a deadline of March 27th to Suzanne. Players who have not paid their membership and who may be injured during a match will not be covered by player injury scheme. Your cooperation in this matter would be appreciated. Child Welfare officer: Bríd Slevin is our Child Welfare Officer. If you wish to contact Bríd regarding any matter, please pass your number onto our juvenile secretary, Audrey Hallahan (0876987388) and she will forward on to Bríd. We are delighted to welcome Bríd on board and know that she will execute her duties in a professional, confidential caring and efficient manner. Under 8: Our under 8 team are heading to a blitz this Saturday morning in Carriganore and we all hope they have a fantastic day out. Under 11: Under eleven hurling training continues this Friday night between 6 and 7 p.m. New members are always welcome and membership forms will be handed out on the night. The town and country leagues for this group of players starts in a few weeks time and hopefully all the training that this group are doing will pay off when they begin. Camoige: Training for U-6, U-8 and U-10 will recommence on Friday, 8th of April. The first blitz for U-8 & U-10 will take place in Abbeyside on Saturday, 9th of April, with our U-12 girls travelling to Bushy Park on Saturday, 16th of April. Training continues every Tuesday evening from 6.30 to 7.30 for U-16/U-14 girls all intending players for 2016 are requested to attend. Membership officer Elena Carmody will be collecting membership for 2016 in the coming weeks.

Ballysaggart LOTTO DRAW Draw 14th March: Numbers drawn were 6, 11, 19 and 22. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Daphne Cahill, Bridie Murphy and Noel Drohan. Next week’s jackpot is €6,875. Draw takes place on Tuesday, March 22nd. WATERFORD HANG ON TO DRAW WITH GALWAY Well done to the Waterford Senior Hurlers on their drawn game against Galway in Walsh Park on Sunday leading to a Quarter-Final game against Wexford in Wexford Park on Saturday, 2nd April. Well done to Shane Bennett on your outstanding contribution with a six points tally. RECYCLING COLLECTION Ballysaggart GAA is holding a clothes and mobile phone collection to help raise funds for the club. Any unwanted clean clothes and mobile phones will be accepted. The collection will take place this Thursday night, March 24th, between 7.45 p.m. and 8.30 p.m. at the Dressing Rooms. TABLE QUIZ St. Carthage’s Juvenile Club will hold the annual table quiz at Meaghers on this Thursday night 24th, March at 9.30 pm. Tables of four costing €40 per table. All proceeds go to the Juvenile Club. All are welcome to attend in what promises to be a great night. SCÓR NA bPÁISTÍ Ballysaggart participated the Western Finals

Ballyduff Upper U-10's winners of the Owen Geary Hurling Tournament 2016.

of Scor na bPaisti on Saturday night last in Cappoquin. Ballysaggart were represented in Figure Dancing, Solo singing, The Ballad group, Instrumental Music and the Sketch. Well done to all who participated. Performing The Salmon of Knowledge were Holly Feeney, Niamh Meagher, Michelle O'Donnell, Molly Meagher, Ava Meagher, Rachel Mangan, Tara Lowe and Rena Meagher who were placed third in the Sketch. Rena Meagher and Sean Nugent were also placed third in the Instrumental music section. Well done to Ann Carey, Jean Meagher, Caroline Feeney and Mairead Veale for their work with the Children. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE BEGINS Best of luck to Ballysaggart who take on Kilgobinet in the first round of the Western Intermediate League this Sunday, March 27th, at 12 noon in Tallow. Your support is much appreciated.

CONGRATULATIONS On behalf of Melleray Glenrovers Club, we would like to extend our warmest congratulations to former player Ross Power and his wife Louise on their recent marriage. Wishing you both many many years of good health, laughter and much happiness !! WELL DONE Well done to Waterford Senior Hurlers on their recent draw with Galway on Sunday last in Waterford, it was great to see so many new players getting a taste of glory wearing their county colours. Wishing the team, management, mentors and supporters the very best of luck going forward, it would be great to be holding the National League title in 2016.

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WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE 2016 Our Intermediate Hurling side open their league campaign with a game away to Ardmore on Sunday morning next. Throw-in time is at 11:30 a.m. at the Ardmore GAA Club venue. INDOOR HURLING There will be no Indoor Hurling on this coming Friday evening, (Good Friday, March 25th). It will resume again on the following Friday, April 1st at the usual time slots for each group. It is hoped that the sessions will continue until Friday, April 15th, which is the final week planned before training moves outdoors onto the pitch. PARISH CLEAN-UP There will be a general clean-up of the local area and roads on the evening of Easter Monday, starting at 6.15 p.m. from Modeligo Primary School. All volunteers are welcome to attend to help out, and are asked to please bring along gloves and a Hi-Viz vest. Rubbish bags will be provided. NAOMH BRÍD JUVENILE GAA CLUB REGISTRATION DAY AND ANNUAL FUNDRAISING "BALL ROLL" Our Juvenile Club, Naomh Bríd will hold their Annual Registration Day and Fundraising Ball Roll on Sunday, April 3rd in Modeligo. All players of all ages are asked to pay and complete their Registration for this year on the day, as a series of games for different age groups are planned for that morning, which will be followed by the Fundraising Ball Roll down the Ball Alley Hill. In the past few years, there has been a great buzz generated by this event, and it has been a bit of fun for everyone to see. Selling cards are now available, with the Balls available for sale at €5 each. To buy your ball for the event, or for further information on the day, contact Micheál Power on 0872892116. UNDER 21 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Comeragh Gaels 3-13; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-14. The combined U-21 footballers of Colligan; Kilgobinet; Modeligo and Touraneena, forming the Comeragh Gaels, have qualified for this year's Western "B" Final with an excellent win over Clashmore/Kinsalebeg on Friday last. They now await the winners of the Kilrossanty vrs. An Gaeltacht semi-final which is due to be played on Tuesday of this week (22/3/16), with the final itself provisionally arranged for Easter Monday, March 28th, with time and venue yet to be confirmed. Congratulations to all involved in their success so far, and we wish the lads all the very best for the Final.

(Kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware Tallow) NED POWER SHIELD Last Friday we continued the Ned Power Shield where Kilkenny beat Tipperary and Cork beat both Waterford and Tipperary to top the table. The final on this Friday evening will be between Cork and Waterford. The other game will be between Tipperary and Kilkenny. Throwin at 6.30 pm please be at the pitch for 6.20 p.m. All welcome to attend. Tea and refreshments afterwards in clubhouse. Best of luck to all teams. MEMBERSHIP Cois Bhride membership is now due and can be given to Nuala Good this Friday evening at the clubhouse. She still has forms if you didnt get one. Please ensure the forms are returned with the appropriate fee as soon as possible - €15 single player membership or €25 for family membership. If membership is not paid your child will not be eligible to train or play in the 2016 GAA season as they will not be covered by the player injury fund. ALLIANZ LEAGUE Well done to our players both past and present, Thomas Ryan and Shane and Colm Roche on their part in a great draw against Galway last Sunday. Best of luck to Waterford against Wexford on Sunday, 3rd April. Deise Abú.

Melleray Glenrovers WEEKLY LOTTO Week ending Sunday 20/3/2016, the numbers drawn on the night were as follows: 4, 12, 15 & 26. There was no winner of the €2,100.00 jackpot. Consolation prizes went to: Niall Hennessy, Tina Power/Mike Coleman and Mary O'Rourke. Next week's draw will take place in the Cats Bar, Melleray, on Sunday night next, 27/3/2016, at 9.00 p.m. and the Jackpot on the night will be €2,150.00. Many thanks to all those who continue to support our weekly lotto as it is a very important fundraiser for the club. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw tickets are now available to purchase for any committee member at cost of €10.00 per month.

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MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Brickey Rangers 2-14; St. Pats 1-5. The St. Pat’s/Naomh Bríd combination suffered a second defeat in this championship on Sunday last, away to Brickey Rangers in Bushy Park. The lads have one remaining game to play in this group against Ardmore, at a date yet to be confirmed. GAA CLUB CONFINED MEMBERSHIP DRAW Congratulations to Tyler and Katie, who were the winners of the club's confined members prize draw, which took place on the night of our recent social. DÉISE DRAW The first in this year's series of Déise Draws takes place on this coming Friday night in Stradbally GAA Club. UPCOMING FIXTURES & EVENTS ¤ Sunday, 27/3/2016: West I.H.L. vrs. Ardmore in Ardmore at 11:30 a.m. ¤ Monday, 28/3/2016: West Under 21 "B" Football Final; Comeragh Gaels vrs. Kilrossanty or An Gaeltacht. (Time & Venue T.B.C.) ¤ Monday, 28/3/2016: Parish Clean-up; Starts 6:15 pm Modeligo Primary School. ¤ Sunday, 3/4/2016: Naomh Bríd GAA Registration Day & Fundraising "Ball Roll" in Modeligo ¤ Saturday, 9/4/2016: West I.F.C. vrs. Ballyduff Upper in Lismore at 7 pm ¤ Saturday, 16/4/2016: West I.F.C. vrs. Ballinacourty in Colligan at 7 pm ¤ Saturday, 14/5/2016: West I.H.C vrs. Ballysaggart in Fraher Field at 7:30 pm ¤ Sunday, 15/5/2016: West J.H.C ("B") vrs. Ballysaggart in Lismore at 2 pm.

Sean Phobal Sean Phobal CHAMPONSHIP Two dates for the diary: On Sunday, April 10th we face Baile na Cúirte at Fraher Field and on the following saturday we travel to Bushy Park to take on Liosmór. These two games will no doubt give some indication on where we stand for 2016. DÉISE DRAW TICKETS If you haven't got your ticket yet there are still a few days to go to the first draw which takes place this Friday, March 25th. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to popular club player Dan Murphy and Louise on the birth of a baby boy recently. Hope he's wearing the club top already Dan! BEST WISHES Best wishes to Ray Terry and his Suir Engineering team-mates who contest the AllIreland Inter-Firms Junior hurling final this weekend. GET WELL SOON Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Margaret Tobin who was hospitalised recently. Hope to see you out and about again very soon Margaret. PORTLÁIRGE ABÚ! Well done to Derek McGrath and the Waterford hurlers on their great run in the league. Keep it up lads- the cuckoo is on the way! SYMPATHY A family long connected with our club was bereaved on the double recently. Sean Phobal GAA extends sincere sympathy to the Murphy family, Glenmore, and the extended family on the sad passing of Paddy and Billy. Solas na bhFlaitheas go raibh acu.

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Stradbally DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw for 2016 will take place in Stradbally Clubhouse this Friday, 25th March at 9 p.m. If you have been overlooked for a ticket contact Breda on 087 6291930. ST. PATRICK’S DAY CLUB FUN EVENT A great day was had by all on St. Patrick’s Day in the Clubhouse. Well done to John Halpin, Brendan Breen and Kevin Coffey who organised this event. The Club house looked fantastic and there was a great atmosphere on the day. All present enjoyed a beautiful lunch provided by Jenny in Pieces Restaurant, Kill. Several local ladies brought along tarts, cakes and buns. Thanks to all. Once again Breda, Helen and Cess manned the kitchen and kept the food served and did a great job as usual. The kids had a great morning and then headed to Dungarvan to take part in the Parade. Thanks to everyone who helped out by taking charge of this group during the parade. Well done to all concerned and hopefully this will become an annual St. Patrick’s Day event. PITCH DEVELOPMENT Work had recommenced on the second pitch so we would ask everyone to support our 50/50 draw which is for the paying back of the loan, and with everyone’s support the project should be finished by the end of this year. The second pitch is essential due to the number of teams that we have in training and is for the benefit of all within our club. SENIOR, MINOR AND U-21 FOOTBALL Last weekend was a very busy one on the playing field as our Minors, Seniors and U-21’s were all in action. Our Seniors drew with Ring, while our minors were in hard luck against Kilrossanty. At the time of writing our U-21s were due to play on Monday evening. Report on this next week. MUSIC Music in the clubhouse for Easter Sunday night is by Pat Daly. 50/50 Our next draw will take place on the Sunday 27th. Please support.

Dungarvan INTER-COUNTY FOOTBALL Best of luck to club player Gavin Crotty and the Waterford football team in their NFL gamve against London in the Fraher Field this Easter Sunday at 1 pm. Hopefully, the club will have a good support at the game. DEISE DRAW The March Deise Draw takes place this Friday, March 25th. Please forward all monies to our club co-ordinator Catherine Lyons during the week. DARTS IN THE PARK All roads lead to the Park Hotel this Saturday evening for our Darts in the Park fundraiser with the Brickeys. First game is 8.30 pm sharp. SARGENT CUP GAME We play Abbeyside in the first round of the Sargent Cup senior hurling competition in the Fraher Field this Good Friday evening at 8 pm. The match which is being sponsored by John Foley, Campus, Kilrush is a fundraiser for the local sesame pre-school for children with special needs and admission is €5. No concessions and no season cards in operation on the night. Please support this worthy cause. MINOR FOOTBALL: Gaultier 6-21; Dungarvan 4-4. Short a number of regulars this was always going to be a difficult game for us and so it proved when, despite a good start, Gaultier proved much too strong for us over the hour. We led by 2-0 to 0-2 after 15 minutes but that is as good as it got and we trailed at half-time by 4-10 to 2-1. It was a good game, however, for our captain Mark Boland who ended the hour with a personal scoring tally of 3-2 but Mark Allen’s departure early in the game due to injury was another blow for the team. Others to play well on the day included Peter Queally, Colm O’Shea, Sean Murray and Mick Devine. Our next game is away to Rathgormack on Sunday, April 3rd at 11 am. Team: Daniel Kiely; Conor Duggan, Peter Queally, Kealan Daly; Colm O’Shea, Jack Lacey, Mark Allen; Sean Murray, Mark Boland 3-3 (1-2f); Gary Donnolly, Brendan Cullinane, Conor Hayes; Luke O’Callaghan 0-1, Mick Devine 1-0, Stephen Donovan. Subs: James Kiely, John Power, Willie John O’Shea.

UNDER 14 FOOTBALL We beat Kilrossanty in our second championship game at home also on Sunday morning last. Our next game will also be in our club grounds on Sunday, April 3rd at 11 am v Ballinacourty. UNDER 16 FOOTBALL Our under 16 footballers are in action at home to St. Marys on this Wednesday evening, March 23rd at 6 pm. CLUB MEMBERSHIP Intending members and players are reminded that March 31st is the cut-off date for official membership in the GAA and if you wish to be covered by insurance and included in the list for big match tickets later on in the year please for-

ward your annual subscription to our membership officers Mary Fitzgerald and Eileen Murphy. LOTTO This week's numbers are 2, 4, 9 and 17. There was no winner. The Jackpot next week will be worth €4,100. There were 3 winners of the Match 3 prize receiving €100 each: Zoey and Shannon Barry Ferncombe, Kieran Jack Curran and Mary and Johnny Duggan. Next week's match 3 prize returns to €100. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto. Remember, you can do the lotto on your phone now, which is proving very popular at the moment. Lotto tickets can be purchased in the Country Store, Hallahan’s Chemist, Quealy’s Bar, John Walsh Spar, Paddy Foley’s Bar, Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg and Graham Nagle’s Golf Shop. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Congratulations to our lady President, Margaret Cunningham who celebrated a milestone birthday last weekend. DUNGARVAN LADIES FOOTBALL TRAINING: Training for u-8/10/12s resumes again in the Sports Centre on Wednesdays from 5-6. All other training has begun and managers have been in contact regarding days and times. GAELIC4GIRLS: Gaelic for girls training will be starting soon. Anybody wishing to take part must have their registration forms returned asap. MEMBERSHIP: A reminder to all players membership is now due and must be paid before the championships start. PLAYER OF THE WEEK: Our player of the week for this week is Emma O’Neill. Emma is a member of our u-12/13 teams. She was the u-10 captain last year. Emma is a great leader and is very good in training and is a real pleasure to have especially in the way she helps the younger players and is always encouraging everybody. Well done Emma!!

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas RAFFLE ON ST. PATRICK’S NIGHT We would like to thank everyone on St. Patrick’s night for helping out with the super raffle which was a great night. First of all we would like to thank the ticket sellers; also to the kind people that bought the tickets; also the sponsors, namely Phelan’s Centra, Kilmacthomas; Kirwins Chemist, Beautified by Gemma, Salon Beleza, Kents Newsagents, Kirwans Restaurant, Kill; Flahavans, Kilmacthomas; Nicky Whelan, Michael Joy, thanks for your support, well done. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Saturday evening, the footballers played the first League game away to De La Salle. This was a very close game all the way. Kilmacthomas were short a few players on the night, but fair play to the lads that took their place. We would like to thank Pat Kiersey for coming on board this year working well with the other selectors, Tosh, also Joe Joy and also our new coach Mr. Kiely. Next game is home to Dunhill next Saturday. The game on Saturday ended in a draw, 1-8 to 1-8. Well done lads.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 4, 10, 11, 22. No winner. Consolation prizes: Helen Beecher, John A. Tobin, Sophie, Shane and Emma Cronin, Kiera and Hannah O’Donnell. Promoter: Paula Connolly. Next draw: The Hotel on Tuesday, March 29th. Jackpot €5,200. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around the town. Please support our local lotto. Tickets are €2. LAST MAN STANDING Unlucky 13 for some, but not for the remaining 13 competitors in this year’s Tallow GAA Last Man Standing. 5 fallers this week which post Cheltenham is not a bad result. These fallers were as follows: Neil O’Sullivan - Newcastle; Callum McCarthy and Maurice Murphy - West Brom; Tadgh McCarthy - Watford. Kieran Casey who entered no team and was assigned West Ham, the highest placed team he had yet to pick. Of the 13 remaining competitors left, 11 made it through by picking Swansea who made it through by beating Aston Villa. (A trend familiar in this year’s competition where most people pick whoever are playing this Villa side). The other two made it through by picking Arsenal to beat the new billionaires of Everton. List of those still in are: Brendan Keohane, Liam Moroney, Nora O’Sullivan, Michael O'Halloran, Michael Delaney, Wesley Connolly Tong, Ian Mackintosh, Turlough Duggan, Eamon Tobin, Anne Daly, Aidan Ryan, David McGovern, Darah Buckley. MASCOTS Just a reminder to anyone interested in being

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Stradbally GAA Junior Cup winners in Dungarvan Square at St. Patrick's Day Parade.

a mascot for any of the five group championship games please get your child's name in to Terence as soon as possible. This is open to all children between the ages of 8 and 12. The draw will then be made from names entered. STRICTLY COME DANCING Tallow GAA club will host Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday, 4th June at the Arch Ballroom in conjunction with Tallow Tostal festival. This will be a star studded event featuring local legends and a number of special guests. Organiser Denis Tobin is busy lining up his dance teams and rehearsals will begin shortly. More about this soon. BUIOCHAS: Thanks to the lads and ladies who helped out with the work at Pairc Eamonn de Paor last Saturday. Coleman O’Flynn, aka Chuck, was running the operation and all went well. Special word of thanks to Pat Hogan who dug out the bases and to Michael O’Keeffe who provided a tractor and trailer. It is hoped to have the new dugouts, supplied by Goalpost Ireland, in place within a couple of weeks. We have a lot more to do but at least we have made a start. We wish our club treasurer Mairead who has been in hospital a speedy recovery. Sargent Cup/League game v. Ballyduff this Thursday night at 7.45 in Ballyduff. Junior Football v. Shamrocks on Saturday, April 9 in Lismore at 5.30. SHOP LOCAL Sean Walsh has a range of club and county wear in stock. Sean is a very generous supporter of many clubs in the area and we urge all our members to shop local. CÓBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn wishes to extend sincere sympathy to the McCarthy family, Kilmore, on the sad passing of Tom. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. WATERFORD GAA Waterford senior hurlers gave a very positive performance on Sunday last when they drew with Galway at Walsh Park. Well done to all involved! They will play Wexford in the quarter final of the League on Sunday, April 3rd, at Wexford Park. DEISE DRAW Could anyone who has entered or wishes to enter the Deise Draw give the money to Fada or any of the promoters by this Thursday as the draw begins this Friday. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now overdue and can be paid to Donna Buckley or Finn McCarthy. Individual €25; Couple €35; U18 €20; Student Player €35; Player €45; Player & Partner €55.

Marys gCua/St.Mary's SliabhgCua/St. Sliabh JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES Sliabh gCua’s 2016 championship campaign is set to get underway in a fortnight’s time. First up are neighbours Colligan Emmetts, which always proves to be a close, tight encounter between the sides. The official fixture is set for Sunday, 10th April: Sliabh gCua V Emmetts at Fraher Field at 3 pm. The following week, we return to Fraher field where we take on The Shamrocks. Sunday, 17th April sees Sliabh gCua V Shamrocks, again at 3 pm. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE (GROUP 2) The intermediate hurling league begins this weekend with an away fixture to Ballysaggart. Please note, Ballysaggart’s pitch is unavailable at present and will now have a Tallow venue. Sunday, 27th March at 12 noon, the above fixture will go ahead. We appeal for support and also wish the team and management the very best of luck. Other fixtures in the group this weekend are An tSráidbhaile v An Rinn & Madh Dheilge v Deuglan Naofa. Following that, we meet An Rinn in Kirwan

Park on week-ending 22/24 April. WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Congratulations to Waterford senior hurlers securing second place spot in Division 1A of the Alliance National Hurling League. Derek McGrath named a dramatically changed line-up to previous outings this year but the lads stood up to the challenge and played out an epic draw with Galway in Walsh Park on Sunday. It was fantastic to see the strength and versatility of The Déise’s panel. A rapturous roar erupted within the crowd with the return of Pauric Mahony from his horrific leg break injury. Pauric’s comeback is an enormous bonus to Waterford’s challenge to retain their league title. Waterford now face Wexford in a quarter-final on April 2/3 where the winners will meet the victors between Dublin and Limerick in a semi-final. WATERFORD SENIOR FOOTBALLERS Waterford senior footballers have two home fixtures in as many weeks, both in Fraher Field. Next Sunday, March 27th sees the challenge of London (1pm) before welcoming Leitrim (1:30 pm) on Sunday, 3rd April. Best of luck to the Waterford footballers on both occasions. DEISE DRAW The first in the 2016 series of Deise Draw will take place on Friday next, 25th March in Stradbally GAA Centre at 9 pm. Contact Tom Condon (087) 4161773 or Brendan Tobin (087) 2701947 for information. All monies to be with Sinead Condon by tonight (Wednesday). SCOR NA bPAISTI Congratulations to Sliabh gCua Figure & Set Dancers on being crowned victorious in the County Scor na bPaisti 2016, held in Cappoquin over the weekend. We wish the dancers along with stalwart mentor Monnie Hallahan the very best of luck. Also competing on the night in Cappoquin was the Instrumental group. Unfortunately, luck wasn’t on their side on the night, nevertheless provided a fantastic performance. U-21 FOOTBALL Heartiest congratulations to Comeragh Gaels’ U-21 Footballers who secured a Western ‘B’ Championship Final spot following a 3-13 to 0-14 victory over Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Fraher Field last weekend. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO The Sliabh gCua lotto has been steadily climbing recently. Tickets can be purchased in all local retail outlets or via any committee member for a mere €2. TOURANEENA RUNNERS’ SPRING LEAGUE SPONSORED BY PINEWOOD HEALTHCARE The Touraneena Runners’ Spring league is already proving very successful. We encourage you all to come along to the Church carpark on McGrath’s road each Monday evening for a 7 pm start. The league route is 4 miles but those whom wish not to compete in the league basis are welcome to cut the route short. Open to both runners and walkers at €2 per night. HURLING WALL As the bright evenings return, we would urge everyone to take advantage of our hurling wall in Kirwan Park. The wall is available at any time for use and is an ideal way to improve Hurling and Football skills. Helmets are compulsory at all times and no horseplay is allowed.

Tourin Tourin GAA Tourin had their first run out of the season Sunday morning at the Gold Coast Venue against Shamrocks. It was a close game throughout and ended in a draw 1-11 to 14 points. We also played against St. Ita’s, Cork, and won. FUNDRAISING Membership is now overdue. It is a valuable stream of revenue for the club and is needed to be paid to be covered by insurance. Deise Draw

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tickets are also still for sale. Contact William Leahy for more information. Well done and thank you to everyone who supported our quiz night on Saturday evening in the Sportsman's. We will also be having a clothes collection at the end of the month, more details to follow. WEIGHT WATCHERS Due to the phenomenal success of the last 8 week Weight Watchers course is due to begin again on Saturday, 26th March at 10 am in Tourin Hall. Contact Tracey on 0862318148 for details.

Affane/Cappoquin YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU We are looking for help every night for painting this week. Any time after 6 pm. Of course, this isn't going to suit everyone but if any way possible, any time at all given would be a huge bonus. A couple of hours each night would go along way. U-13 WESTERN FOOTBALL C'SHIP Training continues every Wednesday from 5.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. for U-13 football. Attendances have been very good so far and we would urge anyone who wants to play to come along Wednesday evening as we have our first home game this Saturday against the Nire at 3.00 pm. Hurling training will be starting shortly after Easter. WINNIE FENNELL TRADFEST MARCH 26th, 27th/28th Winnie Fennell Tradfest which will take place in Cappoquin this Easter weekend, 26th, 27th and 28th March. ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Well done to everyone who took part in and organised the Cappoquin St. Patrick’s Day Parade last week. SARGANT CUP SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE Rd 1 Sat., March 26th Cappoquin V DLS at 5.15 pm in The Sportsfield. JAYSON MOLUMBY FAI UNDER 16 INTERNATIONAL PLAYER OF THE YEAR Congratulations to Jayson Molumby on being awarded FAI Under 16 International Player of the Year live on television last Sunday, what a roller coaster week it has been for Jayo captaining and scoring for the Ireland U-17's against the Swiss at the RSC and then to pick up the Pat Noctor Supreme Young Sportstar Award for 2015 and crown the lot by being awarded FAI Under 16 International Player of the Year, just fantastic, well done. EASTER HURLING CAMP Our club will run an Easter Hurling camp on Wednesday, 30th March; Thursday, 31st March from 10 am till noon. The entry fee €5. TRAINING The official training evening for our various teams are as follows, Senior, Junior, U-21's- Monday, Wednesday, Friday. U-16's- Tuesday. Minors - Thursday. U-14's - Wednesday LOTTO - MONDAY, MARCH 21st Jackpot €11,900. No winner. Numbers drawn: 3, 20, 21, 28. Consolation winners: Ward Fraher, Shanbally; Tony McCarthy, Ballinameela; Mary and Coughlan grandchildren, Lacken; Johnny McGrath, Clash; Manahan grandchildren, c/o Katie. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Name three Waterford players to win the All-Ireland Feile Na Gael skill competition? 2, Who are the only club from Waterford to play in the All-Ireland Feile Na Gael Division 1 final? 3, What club does Limerick’s Declan Hannon play for? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Kevin McStay is the manager of Roscommon senior football team. 2, Dublin have won six All-Ireland senior hurling titles. 3, Kilkenny’s Cillian Buckley plays with Dicksboro.

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TRIED &TESTED TRIATHLON CLUB

T.I. Kids Participation Day

Dungarvan Taekwan-Do Club who won medals at the Cork ITA Open recently. – Left to right: Jake Hallissey; Tommie Mulcahy; James Collins; Jamie Clancy-Hayes; and Isabella Clooney.

Cappoquin Snooker and Billiards Club

McGrath claims Jameson Cup JOHN McGrath produced the perfect performance on Monday week last when he was a well and truly deserving winner of our big competition the Jameson cup. John has been in fantastic form this season and was not fazed by facing Ben O’Keeffe in this final. Ben would be one of the top players in the club but John was soon in control of the match and Ben had no answer for his fine potting and safety play. The opening frame was an excellent one and set the tone for the match but it was John who claimed it 78-65. The second one was just as tight but again John was in control and never let Ben into the game as he went two up with a 53-41 frame win. Ben was in a bit of trouble now and really needed to take the next frame but John had his best frame and put Ben away early on as he romped to a 67-9 frame win and was within a frame of the title he so longed for. After a well fought frame early on, John took control before the colours and claimed the title with a 75-40 frame win and the title of Jameson cup champion for 2015/16. Even though John was a worthy winner Ben was never let into the match and was a gallant runner up. Andrea Jameson who presented the prizes said that she was delighted to have witnessed what she described as a fantastic game of snooker. When she presented the cup to John he suitably replied and spoke of Andrea's late father who for many years presented the cup to many winners. (AA FIRE SAFETY SCRATCH CUP) FITZGERALD WINS SCRATCH CUP Pat Fitzgerald has claimed

our Scratch Cup title for this season when he overcame the gallant challenge of John McGrath. This was always going to be a tough ask for John as Pat is probably the best player in the club at present and he was again in top form in this final. With numerous big breaks Pat was soon two nil up but John did take the third frame to put it up to Pat. That was as good as it got as Pat had two fine breaks in the fourth frame to wrap up the match with a 3-1 win. Pat played some super snooker in this final and was a well deserving winner. John has had a fine season so far and was just delighted to get to a scratch final. Club Chairman Martin Reddy congratulated both lads on a fine game and thanked our sponsor Joe Curtin of AA Fire Safety for his continued sponsorship. He presented both lads with their trophies before presenting the cup to our scratch champion for 2015/16 Pat Fitzgerald who duly replied. WILLIE GALLAGHER MEMORIAL CUP This is one of the most sought after tournaments in the club in memory of our former chairman Willie Gallagher who done so much for the club back in the 80s. Willie was a great man for the young people of the area and this cup is a fitting tribute to a man who has done so much for the club in the early days. The full draw is Ben O’Keeffe (-32) v Brendan Walsh (-28) with the winner playing John McGrath (-10) in the quarter-final. Michael Casey (-10) V Brendan Walshe (-20) Rhiney Walsh (-5) V Martin Reddy (-4) Donnacha McGrath (+20) V Pat Fitzgerald (-27) Some interesting games to

be battled out over the next few weeks and we will keep a close eye on the matches. JACK McCARTHY MEMORIAL BILLIARDS CUP The draw for this seasons Jack McCarthy Memorial Billiards Cup has thrown up some interesting ties. With only six entries we will have two quarter finals and one semi final. The full draw is Pat Fitzgerald V Donnacha McGrath with the winner playing the winner of Rhiney Walsh and Michael Casey. The semi-final will see Martin Reddy face Jameson champion John McGrath and we should be in for some very interesting games. ARE YOU RETIRED AND FANCY A GAME? For all the retired people of the area we now have a very good group of retired lads who meet every week for a game of Snooker. These lads have started only a few weeks ago and have 10/12 meeting each week to play a few games. They are having a great bit of craic every week and it is great to see them making use of the hall. As one of them told me "The snooker is not improving but the craic is mighty". EVERYBODY WELCOME FOR A GAME This season we have decided that you don't have to be a member to come in for a few games of snooker or billiards. For the past number of seasons there has been a presumption that you had to be a member of the club to play games in the hall. Well we can now confirm to everyone that the hall is there for anyone who wants to play games any night it’s open. We hope to see people of the area avail of this opportunity and make use of these fantastic table and facility.

ON Sunday last, 20th March doing the triathlon, we’d in conjunction with Triathlon advise you to book in sooner, Ireland we held our kids parrather than later. Entry for the ticipation day in Clonea. It Dungarvan Triathlon 2015 is proved to be a great success on-line only through with 45 kids taking part on the www.triathlonireland.com day. It was a fun day consistCLUB TRAINING 2016 ing of four hours of swim, Club training sessions are cycle, run and brick sessions. posted on the Tried & Tested Thanks to Gary, John, Triathlon Club Facebook Warren and Natalie who propage on a weekly basis. vided coaching on the day. Swimming continues to take ised the event and to everyEnter through: MOBY DICK SPRINT place in Clonea Strand one who attended and http://www.triathlonireland.co DUATHLON Leisure Centre. A mid week donated to this wonderful m/Events/Race-Calendar/ Five Tried & Tested meet and run group has cause. ALL KIDATHLON Triathlon Club members started on Wednesday TRALEE MARATHON ENQUIRIES PLEASE evenings at 6:45 pm from the raced the nearby Moby Dick Congratulations to club EMAIL dungarvankiSprint Duathlon in Youghal on bus stop at St. Augustine’s dathlon@gmail.com Saturday, 19th last. The member Criostoir O’Reilly College. The Sunday cycle who ran the Tralee Marathon DUNGARVAN TRIATHLON duathlon is part of the groups also meet at St. on Saturday, 12th March in a 2016 National Duathlon Series. Augustine’s College on time of 3 hours 50 minutes in Entry for the Dungarvan Club members flying the Sundays at 8:30 am. There ideal conditions. Triathlon which will be held at Tried & Tested flag on the day are two groups catering for all DUNGARVAN KIDATHLON Clonea on Saturday, June were Jason Travers, Eileen levels. 2016 25th this year, opened three O'Rourke, John O'Rourke, If you are interested in Dungarvan Kidathlon will weeks ago and is filling very John Roche and Martin Triathlon or want to find out be held on Saturday, 28th quickly with over 100 entered Stevenson. Congratulations more about the club check May at Clonea Beach. so far. Already there are clubs to Jason Travers who finished out our Facebook page Entries are filling up quickly. from Dublin, Cork, Tipperary, 1st in his age category and www.facebook.com/TriedTest Race age groups and disLaois and not forgetting our 5th overall place in a time of edDungarvan or our website tances are available near neighbours in Waterford 58:27 followed closely by www.dungarvantri.com. All at http://www.dungarvantri.co Triathlon Club entered into John O 'Rourke who finished details about group training or m/kidathlon.html the race. If you’re planning on 1st in his age category and coaching are posted on both. 8th overall place in a time of 58:42. John’s wife Eileen raced her second duathlon and placed 3rd in her age category and 13th lady overall. Great preparation for the 2016 triathlon season. Well done everyone! ST. PATRICK’S DAY CHARITY BRICK SESSION On Thursday last, 17th March, a charity brick session which was organised by some of our committee members took place in Stradbally. The weather was thankfully on our side and over 50 club members and locals took part in glorious weather conditions. The cycle consisted of a Club Member Criostoir 20km cycle to Bonmahon Bryan Hallissey finishing the run O’Reilly who ran the Tralee Joyce Wall at the St. Patrick's at the St. Patrick's Day charity and back which was thorMarathon. Day charity brick session. oughly enjoyed by all. Some brick session. of those in attendance raced and others took out the bike for the first time in 2016. Following the cycle, there was a 5km run around the Ballyvooney loop, the surprise of this was the hill which many were not expecting but which added to the enjoyment of the day. Afterwards a magnificent spread of tea, scones and delicious cakes were provided to all participants. A great morning was had by all with €1,170 raised for Crumlin Children’s Hospital Laurel’s Fund. Thanks to John and Ingrid Club Members Jason Travers, Eileen O' Rourke, John O'Rourke, John Roche & Martin Stevenson Roche, Natalie and Robert who Raced the Moby Dick Duathlon. Shaw- Hamilton who organ-

Participants in our kids participation day.

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Dungarvan United FC PREMIER LEAGUE Hard-earned point for Blues against title hopefuls Hibs Dungarvan United 0; Hibernians 0. Dungarvan United's Premier team continued their run of good home form last Saturday with a deserved and hard fought goalless draw against title hopefuls Hibs at Kilrush Park. Hibs came into the game just three points off the top of the division, chasing leaders Carrick Utd, knowing that a victory would be vital in their title chase. Dungarvan had pressure of a different kind, sitting just three points above the relegation spot, knowing that every home game is crucial in a division where getting points away from home is proving difficult for every team. Whilst Hibs had a lot of possession and pressure, ultimately Dungarvan held on relatively comfortably, and might even have sneaked a win as there was little to choose between the sides on chances created. The game started very evenly, with Dungarvan shading the opening twenty minutes, taking control in midfield where Niall Horan, Pat Quinn and Shane Kelly enjoyed the better of the exchanges. During this bright start, Gavin Crotty caused Hibs major headaches down the right hand side, and was unlucky not to score with two chances in the space of a minute, first turning in from wide to the edge of the box, bringing an outstanding tip over save from the Hibs 'keeper from twenty yards, and then going close once more with a stabbed shot from the resulting corner. Hibs were causing problems down their right flank too, with Mark O'Keeffe proving a handful for the Dungarvan defence. Indeed O'Keeffe was to have the best chance of the game on 21 minutes when he latched on to a through ball, having a clear run on goal. Dungarvan appealed strongly for what looked a certain offside, however, the assistant didn't flag, and with O'Keeffe one-on-one with only the Dungarvan keeper Michael Walsh to beat, Christy Ross made up a lot of ground to make a fantastic last ditch tackle to prevent the

Blues from going one down. This heralded a twenty minute period of Hibs domination, but they found it difficult to convert their possession into chances, and Dungarvan's back four of David Condon, Christy Ross, Kevin Walsh and Lee Hyslop, whilst stretched, coped with everything Hibs threw at them. The second half followed a similar pattern of Hibs having most of the ball, but creating little in way of clearcut chances. It was Dungarvan who, with less possession, actually had the best chance of the half, when Piotr Goch played Shane Kelly in down the right, and his pullback from the byeline fell to the incoming Gavin Crotty. The ball came very quickly at Gavin and at a very difficult waist height, and he did well to get any decent contact on the ball at all, but his effort fell agonisingly wide. Hibs then had a good chance of their own, with exWaterford United front man Paul Quilty blazing over from twelve yards after receiving an excellent cross from the left. The pressure continued on the Dungarvan goal, but Michael Walsh, having his best game of the season so far, did well when called upon. The game finished much as it started, with Hibs desperate for a breakthrough, but it was not to come, as Dungarvan more than held their own with a solid defensive display that will have pleased managers Tommy Butler and Stan Cummins, as well as the Kilrush faithful. The workrate the Blues put in was admirable, which started with Nicky Donnelly running himself ragged up top, right through the rest of the team. Not all games can be as spectacular as Dungarvan's 4-3 win against Southend the previous week, and it's important to be able to grind out results and take points at home. Dungarvan demonstrated their increasing confidence in this very difficult Premier Division, showing their allegedly more illustrious opponents that a trip to Kilrush is a difficult one these days. Last week's opponents, Southend, beat Tramore away on Saturday, showing just how impressive

Dungarvan's recent form has been. And there was more good news for Dungarvan as bottom of the table St. Saviour's lost narrowly to Villa, meaning Dungarvan have now gained a four point advantage over the relegation threatened Ballybeg club. Four points isn't much of a cushion though, and the Blues will be taking nothing for granted in the coming weeks, with some tough games ahead, starting with playing Tramore and Villa away within the next few days. Dungarvan Utd: Michael Walsh; David Condon; Christy Ross (c); Kevin Walsh; Lee Hyslop; Gavin Crotty (Mark Crotty, 81); Shane Kelly; Pat Quinn; Niall Horan; Piotr Goch; Nicky Donnelly. Subs: Gary Crotty; Dylan Swales; Danny Reynolds. PREMIER DIVISION PREVIEW With the weather finally turning to Spring after one of the wettest Winters on record, the games are now coming thick and fast. This week sees a very challenging set of fixtures, with the Blues down to play Tramore and Villa away within the space of four days. Dungarvan Utd play Tramore at 7 pm on Wednesday, 23rd March in Graun Park, Tramore. Tramore are having an uncharacteristically patchy season and currently sit 5th in the division. They have lost games to sides they normally would dispatch with ease, but then have also won games against the best sides out there, including Hibs, so it is hard to know which Tramore will turn up. They are a tough outfit to get points off at home, and Tramore will go into the game as favourites and under pressure to improve their performances and league position. Dungarvan, as underdogs, can play with freedom, and will look to continue their recent run of good results. Dungarvan Utd play Villa at 7 pm on Saturday, 26th March in Connors Park, Waterford. Villa come into the game under huge pressure to take three points as they now sit level with Carrick at the top of the league, but having played a game more. Every game is make or

break for Villa now. This youthful Villa side have won 8 of their 11 league games this season, losing only to the big guns of Carrick, Hibs and Tramore. Having avoided any draws in the season to date, they have a genuine chance of the title, but as the season gets down to the business end, their mettle will be tested against a Blues side who have shown in their recent results against Hibs and Southend that they are capable of taking on the best sides in the league. Home advantage will give Villa the edge here, but it will be interesting to see how they deal with being frontrunners. ST. PATRICK'S DAY RAFFLE PRIZES Well done to the following prizewinners and thanks to those who supported the raffle. Two Tickets to FAME in the Town Hall Theatre 11th June. Winner - Beck Crotty. Easter Eggs x 4 Winners: Tracy Tracy, Siobhan Mulcahy, Abbie Sweeney, Jessie Kirby. Box of chocolates x 2 Winners: Kelly Havens, Beck Reynolds. Bottle of Wine x 3 Winners: Margaret Griffiths, Jeanette Moore, James Dalton. Giant Piano Play mat Winner: Abbie Drummey. Summer Camp place at Dungarvan United Soccer Camp Winner: Tanya Marshall. McDonald's voucher x 5 Winners: Ian Duggan, Sarah Wright, Shirley Street, Tonya O'Shea, Abbie Drummey. Thanks to our prize sponsors, Better Finances, Deise Scaffolding, Dungarvan United AFC, The Party People, Kirby School of Performing Arts. CONGRATULATIONS All involved in Dungarvan United pass on our congratulations to Lee O'Connor of Villa and Jayson Molumby formally of our neighbours Railway Athletic on being awarded U-16 & U-15 International players of the year. CLUB LOTTO This week’s winning numbers drawn were: 10 - 25 - 40. No Jackpot winner. €50. Laura Duggan; €25 - Yvonne Donnelly; €25 - Michael Dunne. Next week our jackpot is €7,600.

Pictured are Dungarvan U-11 team with mascots Rory O'Donnell and Jack Gardner after a challenge game in Cork on Sunday last against Carrigtwohill.

EURO 2016 Raffle – Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, FAI Chief Executive John Delaney with Dungarvan United Chairman David Walsh launching the club’s 50th Anniversary Euro Raffle. First Prize is two European Championship match tickets to the Ireland V Belgium game in Bordeaux (match tickets only). Other prizes include Premium Aviva Match tickets and cash prizes. Tickets are on sale this week throughout the club from managers, schoolboy players and committee members. €2.00 per ticket or 3 for €5.00. It could be you sitting in those seats!

Railway Athletic FC MORE INTERNATIONAL SUCCESS FOR JAYSON MOLUMBY The greatest honour to be bestowed on any under 16 was awarded to Jayson Molumby on Friday night last as he was named Irish under 16 player of the year for 2015. This is a huge honour for Jayson who has had a remarkable few months really when you think he only went across to Brighton at the end of July last year. This is also a hard earned reward for a lad who is so committed to his sport that it has to be seen at first hand his dedication and desire to succeed and his many hours of work away from organised training sessions that Jayo puts in to perfecting his game. It is also a great credit to his family and especially his mam Claire who has travelled the four corners of the country and beyond to give Jayson the chance to achieve what he has so far. To pick up this International award is such a proud moment for everyone who knows him and the joy around everyone at the club is immense. There is not much time for him to enjoy this award as today he has headed to Dublin to link up with the Irish under 17 squad who will fly to Poland on Friday to take part in the elite section of the European Championship qualifiers where they will have three games on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday and we hope they will have qualified for the European championship finals at the end of the week. We wish him and all the squad the very best of luck and hope they get the results they need next week. WATERFORD UNDER 12 NEWS The Waterford under 12 squad have also been busy these last few weeks and are on the verge of qualifying for the Munster semi-finals. We have two lads in this squad with Rory Byrne and Caoilean Foley playing their part in the success so far. We wish them well as the competition gets very competitive from here in and hopefully

Jayson Molumby, the 2015 winner of the Pat Noctor Supreme Sports Star award, receives the cup from Garda Aidan McCarthy, Juvenile Liaison Officer. Jayson missed the recent awards ceremony due to club commitments with Brighton in England and received it on a break home for the FAI awards where he won the Under 16 player of the year and now heads off on International duty with Ireland. they can have a good run over the next few weeks. KENNEDY CUP NEWS Tireoghain Flynn has been busy these last couple of weeks as he is in preparation for the Kennedy Cup 2016. It’s a great honour for our club to have a player on the Waterford squad and we wish Tiger and all the squad the very best in June when they travel to Limerick University for the competition. WATERFORD UNDER 16S Derek Browne has been busy with his under 16 squad also over the past number of weeks. Derek who is a fabulous coach has been putting a lot of work into this squad and we hope he gets rewarded for all his hard work. ACADEMY ON MONDAYS On Monday evenings our hugely popular soccer Academy will continue at the Community Centre in

Cappoquin. This Academy has been going for many years and this is where kids learn the skills of football and have some great fun while meeting new friends also. We will again cater for Boys/Girls aged from 4 to 9. It takes place at the Cappoquin Community Centre with 4 to 6 year olds from 6.15 to 6.50 and 7 to 9 year olds from 6.50 to 7.30 and its €2 per child with a max of €5 per family. CLOTHES COLLECTION We are at present collecting clothes as part of a fundraising drive to help out with the running of the club. If anyone out there has any old clothes i.e. bed linen, shoes, all types of clothes, mobile phones or books and would like to help us out you can drop them to the Railway Athletic pitch any Saturday morning between 10 am and 11.30 am or just contact any member of the club.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 13 Kilmac ................................ 7; De Le Salle ........................ 0. A very good performance from the boys who were delighted to be back on the pitch. We played some good football and combined well. We got our reward in goals and our defence stood up well. In defence Arron, Scott, Dan, Jeff and Tommy did their job really well while our midfield of Jake, Alan, Darragh and Nathan kept our front men well supplied. Up front Conor and Colyn made the best of the midfielders work. Anthony, Keith and Brian all played their part. Our goals came from Colyn (3), Conor (1), Alan (2) and Nathan (1). Frankie (Dean) Walsh has joined our coach-

ing team and has really worked hard with the lads. We appreciate his efforts. It was great to see such great support on a cold Saturday morning. UNDER 15 Piltown ............................... 2; Kilmac ................................ 2. This was a game that we threw away in the last six minutes when we lead 2-0, and with it our chance of the league. Eoin sent us in one up at half-time with a neat header from a corner. Jack doubled our lead early in the second half with some good foot work. A good performance from the back four and keeper Daniel was his usual reliable self. Our midfield worked

hard as did our front two. There is still plenty of football to be played and a cup to look forward to. Kilmac ................................ 3; Bolton ................................ 1. A very valuable three points and a good team display. Goals came from Kalo John Cleary (pen) and Martin Coffey. We went one behind but worked hard to get back on terms. A pleasing performance from all the boys. We need to switch on from the start and not concede soft goals. Unfortunately, we lost Kalo for the next game after he was dismissed for accidental dissent. We have Tycor at home next wekend.

Waterford Schoolboys’ Football League Results & Fixtures FIXTURES Thursday, March 24th (Kick-off 6.45 p.m. unless otherwise stated): U-16C Tramore B v Bohemians B (Park Rangers) Saturday, March 26th (Kick-off 10.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated): U-12A Carrick Utd A v Bohemians A (Piltown) Dungarvan Utd A v Villa A (Stradbally) Southend Utd A v Ferrybank A (St. Saviours) Tramore A v Johnville (Southend) U-12B Mooncoin Celtic A v Kilmacthomas (Bohemians) Park Rangers A v De La Salle A (Johnville) Southend Utd B v Piltown A (W. Crystal) 12.15 pm Villa B v Portlaw Utd (Bolton) U-12C Bohemians B v Ferrybank B (Bohemians) 12.15 pm Carrick Utd B v St. Pauls (Carrick Utd) 12.15 pm Seaview Celtic v W. Crystal (Seaview) Stradbally v Ballyduff (Stradbally) Tramore B v Dungarvan Utd B (Tramore) 12.15 pm U-12D Bohemians C v Park Rangers B (Bohemians) Carrick Utd C v Tramore C (Carrick Utd) 2.30 pm De La Salle B v Dungarvan Utd C (De La Salle) Piltown B v Villa C (Piltown) Railway Athletic v Kilmacow (Railway Ath) 11.00 am St. Saviours v Ferrybank C (St. Saviours) Saturday, March 26th (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U14A Bohemians A v Southend Utd (Seaview) 2.30 pm Carrick Utd A v Villa A (Piltown) 4.15 pm Ferrybank A v Dungarvan Utd A (Kilmacow) Tramore A v Piltown A (De La Salle) 2.30 pm U14B Portlaw Utd v Ballinroad (Ballyduff) Railway Athletic v Carrick Utd B (Dungarvan) 1.00 pm St. Pauls v Kilmacthomas (Park Rangers) Tramore B v Park Rangers (De La Salle) 4.15 pm

U-14C Dungarvan Utd B v Bohemians B (Stradbally) Ferrybank B v Piltown B (Kilmacow) 10.30 am Villa B v Abbeyside (St. Pauls) W. Crystal v Kilmacow (Ferrybank) Saturday, March 26th (Kick-off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated): U-16A Dungarvan Utd v Tramore A (Railway Ath) Piltown v Carrick Utd A (Portlaw) Villa A v Southend Utd (Tramore) U-16B Ballinroad v Ferrybank (Kilmacthomas) Portlaw Utd v Bohemians A (Carrick Utd) St. Pauls v Kilmacthomas (Villa) U-16C De La Salle v Park Rangers (Ferrybank) Villa C v Carrick Utd B (Mooncoin) RESULTS U-13A Ferrybank A v Johnville Postponed – Bereavement in Johnville FC. Park Rangers A 0; Southend Utd A 4 Tramore A v Villa A Rescheduled Tuesday, March 22nd U-13B Carrick Utd B 3; Bohemians A 4 Dungarvan Utd 3; Piltown A 4 Kilmacthomas 7; De La Salle 2 W. Crystal 2; Mooncoin Celtic0 U-13C Kilmacow 2; Seaview Celtic 0 Railway Athletic 2; Ballinroad B 4 Stradbally v Ferrybank B No result received – fine to be issued to the home club Tramore B 5; Park Rangers B 2 Villa B 6; Portlaw Utd 2 U-15A Bohemians A 1; Southend Utd 2 Carrick Utd A 3; Kilmacow 0 Ferrybank A 5; St. Pauls 0 Tramore A 1; Dungarvan Utd 0 U-15B Johnville v Bohemians B Postponed – Bereavement in Johnville FC. Piltown 2; Kilmacthomas 2 Portlaw Utd 3; Park Rangers 0 Park Rangers unable to field a team. Walk-over awarded to Portlaw Utd. U-15C Railway Athletic 1; Tramore B4 Villa B 0; Ferrybank B 2 Under 15 SFAI Cup – Quarter Final Athlone Town 3; Villa 1 AET

Pat Noctor Supreme Young Sports Star of the Year Award Presentation; L-R, Chief Superintendent Patrick Murphy, Jim Joe Landers, Adjudicator, Mary Ashe, Adjudicator, Kirsty Reddy, who accepted the cup on behalf of her cousin, Jayson Molumby, the 2015 winner, Mrs. Judy Noctor, Claire Reddy (Jayson's mother), Superintendent Michael Lacey, Tony Ryan, Adjudicator and Garda Aidan McCarthy, Juvenile Liaison Officer. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Stradbally FC MIDWEEK GAME Stradbally play their rescheduled Waterford Junior League Division Two versus Johnville tonight (Wednesday). Kick-off at 7 p.m. in St. Martin’s Park. They are out again on Saturday afternoon, when they entertain Dunmore East. Kick-off at 2 p.m. INTERNATIONAL OUTING There's a real treat in store for our Academy players, and their mentors, tomorrow (Thursday) as they are heading to the RSC to watch Ireland versus Italy in an Under 21 International, where the stars of the near future will be on show. LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw held in O'Mahonys, Durrow on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 4, 11, 17, 23. €25 to Marion Morrissey, Tom O'Mahony, Aiden O'Neill. Promoters prizewinner Breda Cummins. The next draw is in Whelans Bar on Sunday, April 3rd, with a Jackpot Prize on offer of €3,900. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. RESULTS Waterford Youths League: Stradbally 3; Portlaw 2. Under 13 Schoolboys

League: Stradbally 0; Ferrybank 2. YOUTHS The Youths side, after having a few disheartening outings, finally came good when they the better of rivals Portlaw. A hat- trick from Adam Finn was sufficient to give them a 3-2 victory. Team: Aiden Rosseau, Cian McGrath, Seán O'Meara, Jack Starling, Adam Finn, Cian Weldon, Robert Power, Owen Curran, Shane Carey. SCHOOLBOYS Stradbally hosted Ferrybank in the Under 13 League on Saturday morning. The visitors proved to be a physically strong, as well as adept, side and the locals did well to keep them to scoring only twice. Team: Daire Walsh, Ultan McCusker, John McArthur, Mikey O'Brien, Will Comyn, Conor Fennell, Rory Fennell, Tommy Fennell, Dara McGrath, Dara Quinn, Jack Quinlan, Jamie Quinn. ASTROTURF: Astro Turf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg at 087 2306841 for time slot availability. CLUB KIT: There are some club kits for children available. Ideal birthday presents. Contact

Aine at 087 7618127 for details. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning, 10.30 11.30. All children are very welcome to come along, where they can learn group play and the basics of soccer, in a safe and fun environment. After this week's trip to the RSC, there's another treat in store next week, as local soccer coach Vinny Sullivan will hold a 2 hour Soccer Session on Wednesday, March 30th from 7 to 9 p.m. A past player with Glasgow Celtic, Waterford United and Cork City, Vinny is now a highly regarded coach. Of course he is also a cousin of our mentor Mickey Donnelly, so it's obvious the talent is in the genes. This is a session for club members only, so ensure that you're enrolled. Talk to Aine for further details. KEEPING IN TOUCH We hope we keep our readers informed of all the various club activities with this column in the local newspapers. We can also be found in the Stradbally Notes in the same publications. We can also be followed on

Facebook at 'Stradbally AFC'. EURO 2016 Two friendly internationals this month as Switzerland and Slovakia come to the Aviva. As ever it's good to see John O'Shea and Daryl Murphy included in the squad, testament to their vital importance to Martin O'Neills summer plans. On a related note it was great to see Jason Molumby, formerly of Railway Athletic, Cappoquin and now with Brighton & Hove Albion, receive the FAI Under 16 Player of the Year last weekend. Also well done to Lee O'Connor of Villa, Waterford who was awarded the Under 15 accolade. These awards show the talent in the local game, and the high standing of Waterford soccer nationally. FIXTURES Wednesday, March 23rd, Waterford Junior League: Johnville v Stradbally 7 p.m. Saturday, March 26th, Under 12 Schoolboys League: Stradbally v Ballyduff 10.30 am Waterford Junior League Div Two: Stradbally v Dunmore East 2 p.m. HAPPY EASTER A Happy Easter to our readers from all at Stradbally Soccer Club.

Life Style Sports Supporting the Supporters and Re-igniting Hope for Irish Fans to go to France TO celebrate the new Republic of Ireland jersey going on sale at Life Style Sports, the brand has announced that it will be supporting Irish supporters by putting 12 football trips to France up for grabs for anyone who buys their jersey at Life Style Sports until the 27th May. The give-aways, which are part of Life Style Sports’ #FootbALLorNothing campaign, kicked last week when the 100% Irish owned sports retailer gave fans who have had their ticket applications rejected a second chance. Anyone who bought their new jersey in the Grafton St store and presented their rejection letter was entered into a draw to win a trip for two to France. Former Rep of Ireland star Damien

Duff was on hand to sign jerseys and he picked the first lucky fan to win the Life Style Sports football trip to France. There are 10 more trips, along with more fun, fan-centred activity, to be given away between now and 27th May. All people need to do is buy their Rep of Ireland jersey instore or online with Life Style Sports and then enters their receipt code at www.lifestylesports.com/greenticket will be in with a chance to win. A trip for four will be given away in March, another two trips for two in April and a final trips (for two) will be given away on 27th May before Ireland’s last friendly. Commenting on the promotion Debbie Byrne, Marketing Director, Life

Style Sports, said “The Irish fans, and the fun they bring to tournaments, are celebrated worldwide and we want to recognise the incredible effort they put in; from travelling around the world to painting their homes green, white and gold. The odds of winning a trip with Life Style Sports are a lot shorter than those fans have faced previously when trying to secure tickets and we are looking forward to rewarding 12 deserving fans.” Life Style Sports will be the number one destination for football fans of all nationalities this Summer, stocking all 24 Euro 2016 teams online, as well as the widest range of football boots, training kit and equipment. For further information www.lifestylesports.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Bronze Medals for Junior Boys at Schools International Cross Country

Ralph Britton

Nathan Jeynes

Willie McDonagh

Dungarvan Boxers compete in Munster championships DUNGARVAN Boxing Club travelled to Southside Boxing Academy over the past two weekends to compete in the Munster championships for 11 to 16 year olds with a team of three boxers: Willie McDonagh, Nathan Jeynes and Raph Britton. Nathan Jeynes who is the reining Munster champion fought his way to the final in the boys 4.50kg Division and lost a points decision to a very strong opponent Callum

Walsh from Riverstown B.C. Raph Britton who is only in his first year of boxing reached the final in the Junior 1.75kg Division and faced a very strong opponent in Stephen O'Brien from Kilfenora Boxing Club. Raph fought bravely but was unfortunate to be on the wrong end of a split points decision in the end. However, the future looks bright for the Dungarvan middle weight and we look forward to see-

ing him in action again in the near future. 12 year old Willie McDonagh is Dungarvan’s newest Munster champion having won his final in the boy 2.50kg Division against a very strong opponent in B. Ruine from Kilfenora Boxing Club. Willie now progresses to the National championships in the National Stadium next week and the club would like to wish him the very best.

Irish Hospice Foundation Cycling team face new Continental challenge WATERFORD and Kilkenny members of the Irish Hospice Foundation Cycling team will commence their fundraising activities for this year’s cycle, this Thursday (Holy Thursday) and Friday (Good Friday) in Tesco Tramore. It will continue over the next ten weeks or so with different fundraising events planned for various locations. Their now huge annual cycle challenge takes place this year when they cover the ‘Wild Mediterranean Way’ this gruelling challenge of 600km in five days. Leaving Canet-EnRoussillion in the South of France and again led by International and former Tour de France cyclist and great supporter of the Hospice Paul Kimmage on Sunday, June 19th, 2016. They face five very tough days in the saddle before arriving in Barcelona on Thursday evening, June 23rd, 2016. Along the way they take in the beautiful towns of Roses, Olot, Sant Feliu and Calella. Two days are spent cycling in the World famous Pyrenees with two major climbs Coll Formic and Sant Hilari Sacalm. The nett team target for this year’s cycle is €120,000, all of which goes to the hospice nurses for night care which cover Waterford and Kilkenny. Started ten years ago by the Irish Hospice Foundation, the nurses for night care was able to just provide one hundred nights cover.

By the year 2015 their providing figure has risen to fifteen hundred nights and again expected to rise significantly this year. The hospice cycling team drawn from the four Provinces of Ireland have played a major role in the wonderful climb of this great service. Founded just eight years ago in 2009 they will by the end of this year’s tour have contributed the amazing figure of €1.3 million to the nurses for night care campaign. Probably the greatest compliment to them is that in their tours they always managed to raise well over €100,000 in each cycle. Waterford and Kilkenny cyclists have played a major part in the team since it was founded with Cllr. Pat Nugent, Dungarvan; Stan Power, Anthenuem House, Ferrybank; Ger and Assumpta O’Neill, Dunmore Road, Waterford; Sean Walsh, Pat Walsh and Martin O’Neill all proud Kilkenny men and John O’Gorman, Tramore, very much to the fore in the early years. The mantle is now carried again by Waterford and Kilkenny cyclists with Martin O’Connor retired De La Salle principal going for his third tour. Shane Kelly, Tramore going for his second tour, while Lismore native John O’Gorman now the elder Statesman of the team is going for his sixth tour. Pride of the team however must go to Mullinavat man Martin O’Neill who has taken part in

all tours since day one and fully deserves to wear the yellow jersey. The tours of course have taken the team right across Europe with probably up to two hundred towns and villages visited while the major cities and places they have cycled include Paris, London, Dublin, Geneva, Birritz, Genoa, Lyon, Nice. Their climbing of course in the Alps and Pyrenees have been breathtaking and 2011 they took on the greatest cycling climb in world cycling when they faced the mighty Alp De H’uez. The 14kn high mountain stretch steepness is typified by its 21 hairpin corners to the top and over the years has claimed many eventual Tour De France winners. Finally special praise should by given to their main sponsor Kingspan (Irl.). The County Cavan based highly successful company has been right there with the team since day one and their contribution which continues to rise yearly has played a huge part in the great success of the Hospice and Cycling team which have achieved financially from this wonderful event. Any support or further information on the cycle or the Irish Hospice Foundation can be had from: Mr. Ruari McGinley, Irish Hospice Foundation, Morrisson Chambers, 32 Nassau Street, Dublin 2 Tel. 01 6793188.

BOTH Michael Troy (St. Augustine’s) and Lucy Holmes (Ard Scoil na nDéise) got their first taste of International competition when they competed as part of the Irish schools cross country teams in the annual Schools International cross country match. The event took place last Saturday in the ground of Callendar Park in Falkirk, Scotland. It was a very tough course, the distances were longer than the Irish athletes compete at and there were some very steep uphill and downhill sections to the course. The Irish athletes gave a very good account of themselves and competed well against their English, Scottish and Welsh counterparts. Ireland produced two winners on the day with Louis O’Loughlin taking the junior boys title and Sarah Healy leading the way in the intermediate girl’s race. Two young West Waterford were part of the five strong Munster contingent that competed on the Irish teams. Lucy Holmes continued

Five Munster athletes who competed on the Irsih Schools Cross Country including Lucy Holmes Ard Scoil and Michael Troy St. Augustine's. her good form from the All Ireland and she was the fifth scoring member of the Irish team that finished in 4th place in the team competition in the junior girl’s event. Michael Troy was a member of the Irish junior boys team that finished 3rd in the team competition behind England and Wales. For a newcomer to the sport this was a great end to the season finishing with

an international bronze medal. Chris O’Reilly (Douglas CS) was also a member of the junior team. Claire Rafter (Ursuline Thurles) was a member of the Intermediate girls team that also finished 3rd in the team competition. The last Munster athlete to compete was Darragh McElhinney (Col Phobail Bheanntraí) who was on the

inter boy’s team that finished 4th. TRAINING ON WEDNESDAY AT 6 P.M. There has been a good turnout to training over the last two weeks and training will continue on Wednesday at 6 pm in the Friary. There will be no training on Good Friday but we will be back in action again both days next week.

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club THE CUNNIGAR PITCH AND PUTT COURSE IS NOW OPEN DATES FOR YOUR DIARY P. J. Bell: Closing date 30th March, Qualifiers 11th-17th April, Finals at Lakeside 7th May. National Ladies and Gents Matchplay: Closing date 6th April, Qualifiers 3rd-13th May, Finals at Sea Point, Drogheda 4th-6th June. Inter-Club Competition: Closing date 13th April. Ladies (Marie Forde) and Gents (Liam Simms) Captains Day: 17th April tee off between 10.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m. Ladies and Gents Munster Matchplay: Qualifiers 18th-29th April, Finals at Lakeside 14th-15th May. Chairperson's (Corinne McGee) Day: 29th May tee off between 10.30 am-12.30 pm Scratch Cup 1st, 2nd, 3rd August: This year we are holding a Scotch Foursomes on the Friday, a 3 ball scramble on the Saturday and our Scratch Cup will be on the Sunday. President's (Michael Ahearne) Day: 14th August tee off between 10.30am12.30pm Pubs Open League: Pubs Open League will be starting 16th August so get your teams ready more details to follow. Committee Meeting: The next committee meeting is Thursday, 7th April at 7.30pm QUIZ NIGHT Get your tables ready for our annual quiz night which will be held in Minnies Bar, Abbeyside, on 22nd April at 8.30pm Tables of 4 at €5 per person FUNDRAISER FOR THE CLUB We are looking for unwanted clothes, bags, shoes, bed linen, towels, curtains, belts and soft toys, also laptops and phones with leads are accepted so anyone with anything to give us can tell a committee member or bring it to our club house. This was a great fundraiser for our club last year so start sorting out your

cupboards its very much appreciated in helping us to maintain our club and course in the tip top condition that it is well known for. DID YOU KNOW Winter rules are still in play for the moment. SATURDAY TOURNAMENTS Our competitions are now underway. Names to be in for 1 pm, tee off 1.30 p.m. sharp. Nett Cait Mulcahy, Oliviere Walsh, Patsy Hackett. Gross Mary Daly, Marie Forde, Aiden O'Rourke. The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards). WEDNESDAY LADIES TOURNAMENTS Wednesday games will be held in our club. Names to be in for 10am tee off 10.30am sharp Nett Breda Foley, Oliviere Walsh. Gross Cait Mulcahy, Marie Forde. ST. PATRICK’S DAY TOURNAMENT Nett Jacinta O'Mahoney, Paul O'Riordan. Gross Mary Walsh, John Carroll. TUESDAY GENTS SINGLES TOURNAMENTS We are now holding Gents Singles on Tuesdays at 4 p.m., 36 holes. All gents are welcome to play in this new competition. EASTER MONDAY TOURNAMENT There will be an Easter Monday Tournament names to be in for 10 am tee off 10.30 am sharp. HOLE IN ONE COMPETITION 2016 The hole in one competition is now underway as we have begun our competitions. GENTS Liam Simms has now got 2 hole in ones (in one game) and Patsy Hackett has 1 for the Gents section. LADIES Mary O'Neill has 1 hole in ones for the Ladies section. MEN'S FOURSOMES COMPETITION After three competitive preliminary rounds, the following four teams have

emerged to contest the semi-finals of this competition. Team C: Eoin Simms and Aidan O'Rourke. Team D: Michael Ahearne and Liam Simms. Team E: Paddy Noonan and Liam Hansbury. Team F: Eddie Lenihan and Paul Healy. LADIES MATCHPLAY The following ladies to reach the semi-finals are: Corinne McGee v Kathleen Foran; Mary Walsh v Breda O'Donnell. BONUS NUMBER The winner of the bonus number 18 was Sheila Hickey. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. NEW MEMBERSHIP FEES ARE NOW DUE Membership for 2016 is now due as we have installed a new fob system on the gate, so only paid up members will be able to enter our course with their fob. Adults €85 Family €155 Over 60's €55 Juveniles €50 Life Members €35 Country Membership €50 PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! Remember pitch and putt is only a game so go out and enjoy it. T-shirts, caps and gloves for sale in club house.

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WEEKEND SPINS GRAN CANARIA TRIP 2016 Early in the morning of March 4th as light snow fell 19 cyclists loaded up the bus with their bags and baggage to head to Cork airport for the 7 am flight to Gran Canaria. For some it was their first trip and for others it was trip number 14 and their experience of the roads, terrain and coffee stops proves invaluable during the week. After an uneventful journey the group arrived at their accommodation for the week, Parqumar apartments. Then it was the rush to assemble the bikes for those who brought their own and the short trip to Free Motion to collect the rental bikes for others, so that a spin could be done as soon as possible. It was great to only spend 5 minutes getting ready for road instead of the 15 to 20 minutes it was taking at home putting on all the layers! First spin of the week was a nice handy run to Fataga and back. Now handy in Gran Canaria is not like at home with over 1000 metres of climbing done in just over 35 kilometres. However, this was a nice foundation spin to loosen up the legs after the travelling and was some difference weather wise from the snow left behind on departure. Each day of the trip had groups out heading in various directions and for various distances. Warm sunshine was enjoyed by all each day but early in the week the high mountains were out of bounds due to cooler temperatures and low cloud. The roads were full of cyclists from all around Europe all getting in the miles in warmer climes. A few professionals were spotted and one who passed regularly was Andrea Fedi. He was putting in savage miles sometimes behind a scooter and he was to be seen a week later in the Milan San Remo classic putting in a big attack in the final kilometres of the 300 km race. All his hard training paid off to be there at the end of such a

hard race. The road to Puerto Mogan was well worn by our cyclists in search of the best coffee and cake on the island to be enjoyed overlooking the marina. Our final day was looking the best weather wise so all the group set off together for Pico de las Nieves or in english the peak of the snows. Indeed only 2 weeks before our trip it lived up to its name with several inches of snow falling and some small snow drifts were still to be seen near the summit. At nearly 2000 metres high and with nearly 3 hours of climbing not all of the group continued to the top with the lure of coffee in one of the villages half way up too much for some! For those that did they were rewarded by fabulous views back to Playa to the south and of having ridden above the cloud line to the north with the snow covered peak of Mount Teide on Tenerife peeping out! A nice meal out for all the group on Thursday evening rounded out a great and safe week of cycling for all. A big thanks to Martin Veale for all his organising and roll on 2017 for our next visit! YOUTH RACING Mark McGarry, Ciaran Frisby and Elia Tutty flew the flag for DCC in the Ras Maigheo Youth 2 Day on March 12th and 13th which was a selection race for the National Squad. U-14 Stage 1, Mark had a mechanical in the first 500m where his back wheel came loose and he had to dismount to fix and then work extremely hard to fight for 11th position, Ciaran finished comfortably in the main bunch. With Mark's frustration high it made him even more determined to excel in Stage 2, the Time Trial and he did, he won the TT by putting in an incredible effort. Ciaran came in a very credible 14th in the TT. Stage 3 was to be fast and furious where one rider broke away to claim a credible victory and the rest was contested in a bunch sprint where Mark came in third and Ciaran in the main bunch. Mark's per-

formance claimed him an overall third place in the general classification and where Ciaran was 16th overall. Another local Conor Coleman riding for Comeragh CC had a great performance also in the U-16 race he managed to get into the breakaway in both road stages and put in a very strong TT finishing 11th overall. Well done guys!! Elia Tutty competed in her first 2 day race this weekend at Ras Mayo. With a very strong field she was unlucky on Stage 1 getting caught behind a crash but managed to finish with the bunch. She rode strong in the second stage time trial picking up a few places and finished in the bunch safely in the third stage. Great experience for her first race at this level. Cal Tutty represented the club in the Predator Duathlon in Galway winning his age category. His cycling training made the difference this weekend with tough competition on the run section. RACING NEWS All roads led to Carrick-onSuir on St. Patrick’s Day for the annual races run by Carrick Wheelers. A dry but cold day and as always DCC had a great turn out with riders in all 3 races. The main event of the day was the Bobby Power memorial run over 3 laps of the Mahon bridge-Kilmac-Crehana circuit. Representing DCC in this race was Marc Flavin, Aidan Connell, Daryl Kearns, Damian Travers, Mick Aherne and John Hodge. Racing was fast and furious all day with the bunch split into several groups on the road. All of our lads put in great performances on the day but finished outside the prizes. The Tommy Sheehan memorial for A3's was run over 2 laps and DCC had only one in this race, Pat Kenealy. Again this race was a fast affair but a dropped chain at the bottom of one of the climbs resulted in Pat loosing contact with the bunch never to catch them again. The A4 race was also run over 2 laps for the Landy cup.

Dungarvan Cycling Club Gran Canaria trip 2016. DCC had a big number in this race with Patrick Power, Benny Flynn, Liam Moore, George Macleod, Richie Halpin, Andrew Hickey, Anthony Dwyer and Niamh O’Donovan. It was a good day out with most of our riders finishing in the main bunch. George Macleod riding his first open race escaped in a small group in the closing stages and came home 7th, a great result in his first outing. Well done George and watch this space for more results! RACING TIPS The racing season is well underway at this stage but many have yet to make their debut on the racing circuit. The club has a large racing section ranging from the veteran racers through to juvenile levels with quite a few starting out this year. Taking up racing can be quite a daunting step to take with so many do's and don'ts and getting to know the different races, it can be as hard to get into it all as the races themselves. In this short piece I hope to offer some advice to help the new racers or the ones considering taking it up. Get plenty of information on the race beforehand. Sign on times, race start time, distance and course being used. All this information is usually available on the promoting clubs website or Facebook page. Have all your kit ready

the night before and have your numbers pinned on your jersey. Ensure you do this well using 8 pins per number to avoid becoming the fred with the flapping numbers! Also ensure your bike is clean and in working order with your tyres pumped. Try to arrive at least an hour before your race is to start and plan your journey to the race in advance so you know how long it will take. When you arrive sign on straight away as you may get carried away getting ready and warming up and forget later on. Get a good warm up done and try to cycle the last few kilometres of the race to get to know the finish. Arrive at the start line around five minutes before the off. Once underway try to stay in the front half of the bunch but use the other riders for shelter to avoid burning out too early. Avoid sudden movements in the bunch, especially braking. When moving left or right have a glance over your shoulder to ensure you are not cutting anyone off. Keep alert at all times as one small lapse of concentration could see you and half the bunch on the ground. If you are feeling strong enough to try an attack do so from a bit back the bunch and not from the front. This allows you to get a good speed up before the

front riders notice you taking off and makes it harder for them to follow you. Start climbs near to the front so that if you do drift back you will end up at the back of the bunch and not out the back. Most importantly of all enjoy it and remember if it's hurting you then everyone else is hurting too! I know this only touches on the subject but hopefully some will find it useful to get themselves started. CYCLESPORTS GP HELP NEEDED We need as many members as possible to make themselves available to run our open race, the Cyclesports GP on Sunday, April 3rd. Last year we had 109 volunteers, and we need every one of them again, and more! Please be prepared to make yourself available from approx 8 am until 3 pm. (If you are only available for part of the day, please specify). You are now asked to do the following AS SOON AS POSSIBLE: 1. Text Beanie Byrne 087 643 6046 2. Include your NAME. Beanie will be in touch with you soon to confirm your availability. PLEASE PLEASE get in touch with Beanie as soon as possible, but in any event before Sunday, March 27th., which is a week before the event.Why not do it right

now? The earlier we know, the sooner we can draw up rosters for the day. There will be no organised club spins on race day GEAR FITTING NIGHT The club will be holding a gear fitting/order evening on Saturday, April 2nd between 6:30 and 8:00 p.m. This will be a basic summer order for anyone needing gear that missed our winter order. There will be a batch of gear available for fitting on the night. All members will get an email with an order form before the night to enable them to speed up the ordering process. GET TO KNOW YOUR CLUBMATES Continuing on with our get to know your clubmates section it's the turn of Group 23K joint captain Nora Halley Name: Nora Halley Years cycling: 3 Sunday Group: 23K Favourite Event: Emergency Services Cycle in Clonmel Favourite route: LismoreDeerpark-CappoquinKilmolash. CONTACT US Our Facebook page has plenty of updates and photos so feel free to have a look. We are also on Twitter and have a club webpage www.dungarvancc.com If you want anything included in the notes please e-mail it to me at kenealyp@yahoo.ie

Ballyrafter Showjumping, Lismore, Co. Waterford

Results of Winter Pony League Finals RESULTS WINTER PONY LEAGUE FINAL 18th MARCH, 2016 128cms & 138cms 0-40cms Final; 1st Deirdre Cashman’s CJ (Cal Cashman); 2nd Gary Aherne’s Biscuit (Bill Aherne); 3rd Adam O’Donnell’s Diamond (Adam O’Donnell); 4th Eleanor Widger’s Dandy (Michael Widger); 5th Mary Collendar’s Mister Maxwell (Jessica Collendar); 6th Martin Curran’s Pepsi (Hannah Curran): League Leader; Martin Curran’s Pepsi (Hannah Curran): 128cms & 138cms 0-50cms

Final 1st Adam O’Donnell’s Diamond (Adam O’Donnell); 2nd Gary Aherne’s Biscuit (Sam Aherne); 3rd Christine Harte’s Fuss Pot (Calum Harte); 4th Christine Harte’s Jackie (Jason Harte); 5th Martin Curran’s Pepsi (Hannah Curran); 6th Eleanor Widger’s Dandy (Michael Widger): League Leader; Christine Harte’s Fuss Pot (Calum Harte): 128cms & 138cms 0-60cms Final 1st Angela Loughnane’s Abbeyside Molly (Maire Loughnane); 2nd Christine Harte’s Jackie (Jason Harte); 3rd Tony

Loughnane’s Little Farms Mr Flash (Catherine Loughnane); 4th Una Mulcahy’s Knockmeal Storm (Alanna NicGhiollchuda); 5th Roger McGrath’s Paddy Foley (Michael McGrath); 6th Jerome Foley’s Araglen Minuska (Natasha Foley): League Leader; Christine Harte’s Jackie (Jason Harte): 128cms & 138cms 0-70cms Final 1st Edmund Power’s Misty Day’s (Kieran Power); 2nd Danielle Quinlivan’s Silver (Naoise Quinlivan); 3rd Jerome Foley’s Araglen Minuska (Natasha Foley);

4th Neil Phelan’s Cappuccino (Peter Phelan): League Leader; Edmund Power’s Misty Day’s (Kieran Power): 128cms & 138cms 0-80cms Final 1st Richard Rohan’s Porchavodda Donna (Sarah Rohan); 2nd Edmund Power’s Misty Day’s (Kieran Power); 3rd Danielle Quinlivan’s Silver (Naoise Quinlivan); 4th Ruth Fennell’s Magical Moll (Niamh Fennell); 5th Brian Mulcahy’s Ruby (Sarah Mulcahy); 6th Donal Fitzgerald’s Scotty (Jayne Fitzgerald):

League Leader; Richard Rohan’s Porchavodda Donna (Sarah Rohan); 138cms & 148cms 0-90cms Final 1st Richard Rohan’s Porchavodda Donna (Sarah Rohan); 2nd Chris Coady’s Coco Baby (Samantha Foley); 3rd Richard Rohan’s Knocknahorgan Dreamer (Sarah Rohan); 4th Christine Harte’s Samson (Emma Jane Harte); 5th John Howard’s Charlie (Leah Howard); 6th Ruth Fennell’s Magical Moll (Niamh Fennell): League Leader; Richard

Rohan’s Porchavodda Donna (Sarah Rohan): 138cms & 148cms 1-00m Final 1st Richard Rohan’s Knocknahorgan Dreamer (Sarah Rohan); Chris Coady’s Coco Baby (Samantha Foley); Donal Fitzgerald’s Clear View (Ellen Fitzgerald); 4th Christine Harte’s Samson (Hazel Harte): League Leader; Richard Rohan’s Knocknahorgan Dreamer (Sarah Rohan): Winter League Leading Rider; Sarah Rohan

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 March, 2016

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Dundalk – Wednesday, 23rd March (First Race 6.00) Thurles - Thursday, 24th March (First Race 2.20) Cork – Saturday, 26th March (First Race 1.55) Cork – Sunday, 27th March (First Race 1.55) Fairyhouse – Sunday, 27th March (First Race 2.10)

Walsh keeps up good work at Cork JOHN Joe Walsh added to his treble at Limerick on the previous afternoon when sending out Sonny B to win the 3m handicap hurdle at Cork on Monday. Brian O’Connell was in the saddle as the 4/1 shot ran out an easy winner from the Adrian Maguire-trained Knockraha Pylon. Maguire had better luck in the bumper which he won with the unconsidered 33/1 outsider Oscars Boss who was giving County Kilkenny rider Katie O’Farrell her first winner as a professional. Tennis Cap made all the running under Mikey Fogarty to win the 2m4f hurdle for Willie Mullins and another leading trainer on the mark was Gordon Elliott who took the 2m maiden hurdle with the gambled-on Walkabout who ran out a ready winner for Kevin Sexton. Shark Hanlon and Adrian Heskin teamed up to win the 2m4f maiden hurdle with odds-on favourite Stowaway Shark while All The Chimneys landed the 2m handicap hurdle for Willie Austin and Patrick Corbett. Curragh trainer Paul Deegan enjoyed a rare jumping winner when Papa’s Way took the 2m4f handicap hurdle under Derek O’Connor.

Punchestown a possible for fine Down Royal winner THE Stuart Crawford-trained Fine Rightly could be heading for the Punchestown festival following his easy success in the Daily Mirror Chase at Down Royal on St. Patrick’s Day. The 1/3 favourite was in a different class to his two rivals and he went clear from the second last fence to record his eighth career win. In contrast, the Francis Flood-trained Kylestyle just got up on the line to win the rated novice chase under Ger Fox. Another narrow winner was Colms Dream who took the handicap chase by just a head but that certainly didn’t tell the full story as Karl Thornton’s winner was eased right down in the closing stages by a rightly confident Donagh Meyler. Sean Flanagan teamed up with Bangor, County Downbased Clare Cannon to win the maiden hurdle with 8/1 shot Mount Beckham and at odds of 10/1, Theo took the opportunity handicap hurdle for Shane Donohoe and Conor Brassil. The hunters’ chase went to Pointview Gale who was ridden by Anthony Fox for Newry trainer Liam Lennon while Mark O’Hare was in the saddle as Dixie Lee comfortably won the bumper for Ratoath-based Dermot McLoughlin.

Fogarty bounces back at Wexford HAVING suffered an agonising defeat in the bumper at Cheltenham, local rider Mikey Fogarty bounced back to get among the winners at Wexford on St Patrick’s Day. He partnered Alterno to win for Des McDonogh in the opening maiden hurdle, the 9/4 chance scoring in the colours of Jackie Bolger. Tom Gibney might run Next Bend in a novice handicap hurdle after his win under Mark Flanagan in the maiden hurdle. Pat Fahy and Alan Crowe combined to take the handicap hurdle with easy winner Head Turner and also over hurdles, Getoutwhenyoucan won for Austin Leahy and Jody McGarvey. The veterans’ handicap chase went to Canaly who was ridden for Sandra Hughes by Roger Loughran. Westerner Point took the novice handicap chase for Mallow trainer Eoghan O’Grady and Philip Enright while the bumper went to the Tony Martin-trained Fire In His Eyes who raced to an 18-length success in the hands of Luke McGuinness.

Annie Power with Willie, Jackie and Maureen Mullins and Ruby Walsh after the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham on Tuesday week last.

Remarkable success for Irish trainers and jockeys at Cheltenham BUILDING on the remarkable success of recent years, Irish trainers took the Cheltenham Festival by storm and ended the four days with a final tally of 14 winners, beating last year’s total by one and equalling the record figure achieved in 2013. Once again, it was a remarkable week for Willie Mullins who brought his total number of winners at the Festival to seven and was crowned the leading trainer for the fifth time. For Gordon Elliott, it was also a meeting to savour and by far the highlight of his three winners was the success of the Bryan Cooper-ridden Don Cossack in the Timico Cheltenham Gold Cup for owners Gigginstown House Stud. The opening day belonged to Mullins who was responsible for all three Irish winners. He won the Stan James Champion Hurdle for the fourth time with the Ruby Walsh-ridden Annie Power and for good measure, the winning trainer was also responsible for the third horse home, Nichols Canyon. Mullins and Walsh had earlier taken the Racing Post Arkle Chase with Douvan and the pair were back in the winners’ enclosure when Vroum Vroum Mag won the OLBG Mares’ Hurdle later in the day. Wednesday began with an Irish-

trained winner as Yorkhill gave Mullins and Walsh their fourth success of the meeting with a clear-cut victory in the Neptune Investment Management Novices’ Hurdle. Gordon Elliott and Davy Russell enjoyed their first winner when Diamond King came out on top in the Coral Cup Handicap Hurdle. Thursday proved to be an exceptional day for Irish trainers who won six of the seven races compared to just one winner on the corresponding day twelve months ago. Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh landed the JLT Novices’ Chase with Black Hercules and Davy Russell was in the saddle as Mall Dini gave Athenry-based Pat Kelly his first Cheltenham Festival success in the Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle. Vautour gained his third Festival win when taking the Ryanair Chase, again for Mullins and Walsh and Colm Murphy paid his fourth visit to the Cheltenham winners’ enclosure when Empire Of Dirt, ridden by Bryan Cooper, won the Brown Advisory & Merriebelle Stable Plate. The Irish winners kept coming and Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh landed the first running of the Trull House Stud Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle with Limini. Cause Of Causes added to his win in the National Hunt

Chase last year when taking the Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Handicap Chase for Gordon Elliott and Jamie Codd, a fifth winner at the Cheltenham Festival for the Wexford amateur. Irish trainers were responsible for the first four horses home in the Timico Gold Cup with the Mullins pair, Djakadam and Don Poli chasing home the Elliott-trained Don Cossack. John Kiely’s Carlingford Lough took the fourth spot. The final day had begun with the success of the Barry Geraghty-ridden Ivanovich Gorbatov in the JCB Triumph Hurdle, a sixth winner at the meeting for Aidan O'Brien and his first since Istabraq won the Champion Hurdle in 2000. On The Fringe gave Enda Bolger a seventh Festival winner and his third in the St James’s Place Foxhunter Chase Challenge Cup where scoring a backto-back success in the race under Nina Carberry, her sixth Cheltenham Festival winner and her third in the race. Although without a winner on Friday, Ruby Walsh equalled his 2009 record haul of seven winners. He brought his Cheltenham tally to 52 winners and emerged as the leading rider at the festival for the tenth time.

Jacqueline O’Brien dies aged 89 JACQUELINE O’Brien, widow of the legendary trainer, Vincent O’Brien, died in Dublin early last week. She was 89. Brian Kavanagh, chief executive of Horse Racing Ireland, was among those to pay tribute and said, “It is very poignant on the opening day of Cheltenham, a place that Jacqueline and Vincent were so closely associated with for many years. It is a really sad day. She was much more than just the wife of Vincent O’Brien: in her own right she was a fantastic lady – a very talented photographer, very talented fundraiser, philanthropist and a key member of the Ballydoyle team through the golden years.” Mrs. O’Brien married her husband in 1951 after travelling to Ireland from her native Australia. They had five children. Vincent O’Brien died in 2009, aged 92. Their son David trained Secreto to win the Epsom Derby in 1984.

[Edward Whitaker]

Cheltenham winners on the mark at Gowran Park AIDAN O'Brien and Davy Russell added to their Cheltenham success when Whisper Rock made a winning return in the mares’ beginners’ chase at Gowran Park on Saturday. A well-supported 5/4 favourite, the eight-year-old was running for the first time in 22 months but had little difficulty in winning from Rakaia Rosa. Capture The Drama shocked punters when taking the 2m4f maiden hurdle for Newmarket-On-Fergus trainer Aengus King and Andrew Ring at odds of 100/1, the longest priced winner in Ireland since Ramone won a Group 3 at the Curragh early last year. A more easily found winner was Lift The Latch who took the rated novice hurdle for Tony Martin and Mark Walsh and the same can be said of Grotesque who won the bumper for Mouse Morris and Jamie Codd, another Cheltenham winner rider on the mark at the meeting. Liz Doyle and Brian O'Connell scored with One Can Cally in the opening maiden hurdle while Black Zero was a ready winner of the handicap hurdle for Michael McDonagh and Shane Crimin. Whatareudoingtome won the handicap chase for the father and son pairing of Philip and Luke Dempsey, the six-year-old winning at odds of 11/1.