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centres and the funding will help them engage with their communities and local businesses, and arrive at practical solutions that can be delivered to achieve the objective of increasing the number of people living in our rural towns. The funding for Cappoquin was confirmed by Waterford Fine Gael

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Senator, Paudie Coffey, who said the funding is a huge boost to Cappoquin, where its Main Street and town core suffered badly over the years, but the community is now fighting back with the help of community-led initiatives. The Waterford General Election candidate said: “Cappoquin is typical of

many rural towns outside of our cities that bore the full brunt of the recession”. “Many shops and businesses were forced to close and as a result the main street is badly in need of rejuvenation,” said Senator Coffey. c Continued on page 2

Eir criticised for not going ‘extra yard’ in broadband roll-out

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IN a week when aligning the words broadband and Ireland in the same sentence drew heavy sighs nationwide, eyes were raised heavenwards at the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting when the bewildering failure to provide an adequate service at a local level was illustrated. Cllr.Tom Cronin, citing a “big problem” with the broadband – or lack of it – in West Waterford, spoke of Eir seeing fit to provide the service to all bar the last one of five houses on a roadway in Ardmore. In another instance, he said, six from seven houses were serviced but the final one, some 100 metres further on was left without despite the householder even offering to pay the extra cost. The Councillor also referenced a housing estate with about 100 homes being omitted. Cllr. Cronin surmised that Eir had a contract for

about 300,000 houses “but won’t do 300,001!” He believed this defied economic sense, because sooner or later another roll-out would occur (his optimism still defiant) and the houses would then be included. Meanwhile, as people seeking to work from home or run a business continued to suffer, Cllr. Cronin asked that a letter be dispatched to Eir seeking an explanation. Director of Services Fergus Galvin explained that Eir are no longer in the national broad plan tendering process (and probably buying their own dinners) but they had had an agreement with the Department of Communications to provide broadband in “a certain amount of houses, but not all.” Hence the ‘last yard’ omission was “a commercial decision.” Mr. Galvin said the Council would consult with its own broadband officer to see what, if anything, could be done to help the situation.

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Public lighting goes on fire after suspected tampering MEMBERS of the public, particularly youths, are being reminded to never interfere or tamper with public lighting or electricity units, after a public light went on fire at Childers Estate / Youghal Road recently. It is believed that youths were tampering with the base of the public light and pulled off the cover and then began throwing buckets of water over it, which short circuited and started to burn on Monday, evening, 8th October last, at around 9.20 p.m. Dungarvan Fire Brigade were called to the incident at Childers Estate / Youghal Road to extinguish the fire at the public light. An ESB spokesperson said one of their team was in attendance and made the installation safe, even though they are no longer responsible for public lights. (Killaree Lighting Services Ltd., are the contractor which now carries out maintenance and repairs on public lighting in Waterford). As it appeared the lighting installation had been

interfered with, the Gardaí were also called to the scene. The Fire Service advises the public, for their own safety, to pay heed to the warning signs erected in the vicinity of electrical installations. SECOND INCIDENT Meanwhile, the fire brigade were called to an incident at Mitchel Street / Youghal Road, at 9.48 a.m. on Thursday, 11th October, last where a Renley fuse unit box had blown. An ESB spokesperson said the Renley fuse unit box, located up on a timber ESB pole, are fairly common around urban areas and this particular one had developed a fault and failed, causing a loud bang when it shorted. An ESB network technician utilised the fire brigade to close off the road for a short period of time while repairs were carried out and the box was replaced. The cause of this incident is not thought to be suspicious.

Dungarvan Fire Brigade attended the incident at Mitchel Street / Youghal Road last Thursday where an ESB Renley fuse unit box had developed a fault and failed, on the timber ESB pole indicated by the arrow. The road was closed temporarily while an ESB network technician repaired the fault.

Drop in number of DUI detections is welcomed at JPC meeting THERE has been a drop in the number of motorists detected for driving while under the influence of an intoxicant. According to figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee, the number of DUI’s dropped by 13.5 percent in the year to date, compared with last year. “That drop in the numbers is a welcome development because in previous years, we had

increases,” Superintendent Chris Delaney told the JPC meeting. “It is good to see those figures drop, but it’s a constant work in progress for us and it requires a lot of Garda patrolling and checkpoints and also involves the public letting the Gardaí know if they see people driving on the road erratically - call it in and let us act on it. “It is a preventative strategy which the public are very wise to now and it has helped us greatly

€100k for Cappoquin c FROM FRONT PAGE “But the community has fought back hard, and the people of Cappoquin must be commended for their can-do spirit. This funding boost is great news for the area,” he said. “Our towns and villages are at the heart of our rural communities and should be places where people can live and raise their families in a high-quality environment. “I was delighted to assist an active community development organisation target grant assistance from these new funding streams and it was a matter I highlighted directly with Minister Michael Ring on a number of occasions,” Senator Coffey added. Announcing the Town and Village Pilot Residential Occupancy Scheme, Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring, said: “In January, a €1 billion Rural Regeneration Fund announced as part of Project Ireland 2040, will start providing funding to rural towns and villages with a population under 10,000”. “This is an unprecedented Government investment in rural

towns and villages,” Minister Ring said. “We need to encourage more people to come and live in our towns to fully revitalise those town centres, underpinned by vibrant communities.The reasons why more people do not live in town centres are many and complex. The availability of schools, public transport, recreational areas, public realm, a good retail mix, and social networks, all need to be part of the offering to encourage people to want to live in town centres.” The Minister continued: “This pilot initiative will allow six local authorities to develop and test different innovative models which are considered appropriate for towns of different sizes and in different locations. The learnings from this approach will help to provide an indication as to what might work well for similar types of town on a wider scale.” He added: “These represent a broad range of towns in different parts of the country, each with their own strengths and challenges. Therefore, they may well come up with different solutions to meet the needs of their own area.”

in preventing very serious accidents.” COLLISIONS Supt. Delaney said the number of serious collisions in the Waterford Division in the year to date, compared with last year, have dropped by 20 percent; while the number of fatal collisions has dropped by over 66 percent. “Those figures are going in the right direction. There is a correlation between driving

while under the influence and collision figures,” Supt. Delaney said. “When the DUI figures go down, we see a reduction in the number of traffic collisions. It is a pattern which we are conscious of and that compliance from drivers not to drink and drive is very important,” Supt. Delaney added. Cllr. Pat Nugent enquired how many DUI offences were for ‘drug driving’.

Supt. Delaney revealed that there have been five positive drug testing cases in the DUI figures in the year to date. He said that the mechanism for drug testing drivers should be improved with the roll-out of handheld devices which are currently being piloted. Cllr. Nugent also asked about fool-proofing a mechanism for detecting people who have been disqualified from driving, but are still driving.

Council to issue proceedings against landowners over non-compliance with hedgecutting notices LANDOWNERS who are not co-operating with the local authority in relation to the cutting of roadside hedges will have proceedings against them issued in the coming weeks. The matter was raised at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council by Cllr. Liam Brazil, who pointed out that the season is now open for hedgecutting to take place. The hedgecutting ban under the Wildlife Act is in operation from 1st March to 31st August each year to protect nesting birds and other wildlife. Cllr. Brazil said landowners need to be reminded that the season is open now and they can cut their hedgerows, particularly at junctions. “The hedgecutting season is back on and they should be cutting from now on,” Cllr. Brazil said. He said there are several roads in the Comeragh area where they are “closing in” because of overgrown hedges. Senior Engineer, Gabriel

Hynes agreed it was appropriate to mention hedgecutting at this time of year. He reminded landowners that the responsibility is on them to ensure their hedges are cut, as the hedgecutting season is now open. “We will be sending out notices to areas where we have difficulties,” he said. “We got significant co-operation last year from landowners and we’d appreciate the same this year,” he said. “Those landowners who are not co-operating with us - we will follow up and we will be prosecuting. But, in most cases we are getting co-operation and it is very much appreciated,” Mr. Hynes said. Cllr. Seanie Power said he believed that 99 percent of farmers are keeping their hedges cut. “But those who are not cutting their hedges are these landowners who are not active farmers, because I get huge complaints from farmers and lorry drivers about these landowners

who do not cut their hedges,” Cllr. Power said. “Farmers’ tractors have to have mirrors and beacons when on the road - these are getting broken off by overgrown hedges and similarly with the milk tanker drivers, they have to drive out into the middle of the road to avoid these scrubby bushes which are hanging out on the road, meaning they are crossing the white line which could be a danger and could cause a serious accident,” Cllr. Power warned. “It is hugely important that we follow up on these landowners who do not cut their hedges, because some of them seem to be ignoring the notices being sent by the Council,” he added. Mr. Hynes reiterated that the Council will be following up with prosecutions against those landowners who are not cooperating with the Council,“You can be sure of that”. “There will be prosecutions in the next four to six weeks,” Mr. Hynes added.

Supt. Delaney said information is exchanged between the Garda Stations on such disqualified drivers, while their court file system also alerts them to motorists who have been disqualified. Supt. Delaney acknowledged that the system in place “is something that needs more work to be fail-safe” along with “greater liaison between the Gardaí and the Courts to get it 100 percent right”.

Sheep just walking out over cattle grids which defeats the purpose O’Ryan SHEEP are just walking over cattle grids, which defeats the purpose of them, the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council was told. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said there were several cattle / sheep grids around the Comeragh area which were full of debris and material. “Could the Council look into this and check those grids?” Cllr.. O’Ryan asked. “They are full and the sheep are just walking out over them, which defeats the purpose.” District Engineer, Maria Goff gave a commitment that she would look at emptying out the cattle grids and cleaning them in the coming weeks.

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Extra Gardaí ‘contributed significantly’ to increase in drugs detections THE number of extra Gardaí allocated to the Waterford Garda Division has “contributed significantly” to the increase in the number of drug detections made in the year to date in the Waterford Garda Division. According to figures presented by Superintendent Chris Delaney to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, the number of detections for personal possessions of drugs (Section 3 offences) increased by nearly 30 percent in the year to date, compared with last year. “We do credit that to the significant number of extra staff which we received in Waterford, paticularly the younger Garda members, they are very enthusiastic officers and they’ve contributed greatly to the Section 3 detections,” Supt. Delaney said. The figures also showed that the number of detections for drug possessions for sale and / or supply (Section 15 offences) also increased by nearly nine percent. “We hope those detections will increase further later in the year,” Supt. Delaney said. “It is a key strategy in our policing plan and one of our key objectives is to target drug trafficking, drug

dealing and drug supply,” he said. “We are going in the right direction.The fact that detections for Section 3 offences are up will lead to more Section 15 detections, that is the general pattern. “It is consistent with our policing plan goals and we are clearly determined to achieve those goals by the end of this year.” Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, Acting Chairperson of the JPC, complimented the Gardaí on the increase in the drugs detection figures. He said drug distribution is one issue that Councillors are constantly being contacted about. Cllr. Mulligan asked if the Gardaí have a regional and a county plan in operation to target and counteract the gangs involved in the wholesale distribution of drugs in the county. Supt. Delaney said Gardaí are fully committed to combatting drugs gangs. “It is one of the highest priority areas of policing we have and we will be working closely with the JPC in relation to it. He said the nine percent increase in detections for Section 15 drugs offences “was the target for the

year” in the policing plan. “But we are not complacent about it.We’d love to see a higher success rate in relation to it,” he said. “We are allocating additional staff to the drugs unit. We are nurturing and cultivating our younger Garda members who would be keen in relation to it and they are doing very well in detections for Section 3 drugs offences. “We are also committed to targeting people involved in drug trafficking. It is a really pernicious crime within society and it causes huge fall-out effects; it is linked to burglaries, thefts and violence and we are very aware of that. It is an area of policing that we are determined to act on, on a continual basis.” Supt. Delaney said the Gardaí conduct multiple operations in the fight against drugs offences, “but I can’t discuss them at length here at the JPC”. “But, we do interchange staff between the three districts and we use staff from within the three districts to target particular offenders.We will continue to do that, you have my absolute commitment on that,” Supt. Delaney added.

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Council to seek meeting with TII to discuss safety concerns on N25

Increase in thefts from vehicles across Waterford Garda Division

WATERFORD Council is expected to seek a meeting with TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) in the near future to discuss some road safety matters of huge concern around the main Dungarvan to Waterford Road (N25). At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. John O’Leary voiced his ongoing concerns about right-hand turning lanes being removed from the N25. He said a delegation of residents who live on local roads off the N25 met with him to express their fears. “These people fear for their lives turning right off the N25,” Cllr. O’Leary said. He pointed out that there is “total inconsistency” in regards to right turning lanes, because some junctions have them, while others do not. He said he got Waterford Fianna Fáil Deputy Mary Butler to raise the issue with Transport Minister Shane Ross, who replied that the local authority should be spearheading concerns to be raised with the TII. Cllr. O’Leary also described Carroll’s Cross junction on the N25 as “a very complicated cross” and said consideration should be given for a roundabout there.

REDUCTION IN THEFTS FROM VEHICLES IN DUNGARVAN DISTRICT THE number of thefts from vehicles has increased by 27 percent across the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date, but has fallen by 35 percent in the Dungarvan area. Increases in the crime were also experienced in Waterford City (32.5 percent) and Tramore (42 percent). The figures were presented recently to the Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County by Superintendent Chris Delaney, who said there were a few issues in Waterford at the start of the year, which have now been resolved. Supt. Delaney said ‘Operation Brownfox’ which operates throughout the year, targets particular areas such as rural, remote and tourists locations. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, Acting Chairperson of the JPC, noted the increase in the figures for theft from vehicles and welcomed the fact that the Gardaí have dealt with the issue, pointing out that his own wife was subject to the crime when her vehicle was broken into recently.

Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy concurred with Cllr. O’Leary, saying that local people have significant concerns because they are the ones using the road more often than anyone else. “They are on the N25 regularly and turning right a number of times a day, so they can see the safety issues,” Cllr. Murphy said. “Along with local traffic you would have school buses using these routes on a regular basis, so there is a safety concern,” he added. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said the N25 has daily traffic of 12,000 vehicles and in order for a right hand turning lane to be justified there must be 300 vehicles using minor road. “For any junction less than that, the TII can’t justify a right turn lane,” Mr. Hynes said. He said the reasoning is because a right turn lane increases the width of the road for motorists coming out of the minor road, which in turn could increase the chances of a road traffic collision. He said TII are basing their guidelines on a study of collisions,“And where there aren’t 300 vehicles using that minor road, then they don’t get a right turn lane”.

He said where the white lines are being reviewed on the N25, the right turn lanes are being removed. “As time goes on, those junctions with lower traffic won’t have a right turn lane,” he said. Cllr. O’Leary expressed his amazement that there has to be 300 vehicles using the minor road in order to qualify for a right turn lane. “What if there were 299 vehicles turning right?” he asked. Mr. Hynes reiterated that the guidelines of the TII are specific - that anything less than 300 vehicles does not warrant a right turn lane, which is based on TII research into traffic collisions at junctions. Cllr. O’Leary pointed out the inconsistency of the matter - that the same risk remains for motorists at a junction which has a right turning lane and over 300 vehicles using the junction. “They still have to get over to the other side of the road - so I don’t see the consistency,” he said. Meanwhile, Mr. Hynes said the sightlines at Carroll’s Cross are reasonable from all approaches to the junction. “The main reason why there are colli-

sions there is mainly due to driver error and driver misjudgement,” Mr. Hynes said. He said a roundabout at Carroll’s Cross would not be an appropriate solution, “because roundabouts are really only suitable in urban areas, or where there is a significant change in the carriage width”. Mr. Hynes said roundabouts in rural areas contribute to a significant number of collisions “because the roundabout comes as a surprise to the driver”. He acknowledged that Carroll’s Cross “is a high risk location with a high volume of traffic on the main road, with three junctions. “The only way to get traffic off the N25 is if we get a new motorway from Cork to Waterford - if you, as elected members - could get that over the line, from a political point of view, that might help - that is the only solution to it,” Mr. Hynes said. He added that the Council would possibly arrange another delegation to meet with the TII and the issues raised by Cllr. O’Leary could be put on the agenda for discussion with TII.

New car park addresses road safety issues at Crehana National School NEW car parking facilities at Crehana National School, Carrickbeg, which addresses road safety issues at the location, was welcomed by Councillors at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. Funding of €49,995 was granted earlier in the year, under the CLÁR scheme, for safety improvement measures, provision of safe parking off-road and new footpaths at Crehana National School. The works were all recently completed.

It follows years of campaigning by Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy and Cllr. Seanie Power to have something done about the location, as the school is located at a dangerous bend on the busy regional road (R676) on the County Waterford side of Carrick-on-Suir. The area is notorious for road traffic collisions due to the busy nature of the road, particularly during school drop-off and pickup times, when cars lined the road.

However, at the recent meeting of Comeragh Council, Cllr. Seanie Power welcomed the completion of the work. “Myself and Cllr. Ray Murphy have been making representations about it for a long time,” Cllr. Power said. “The work on the new car park facilities is absolutely brilliant and it’s working a treat there - it’s a massive improvement and the teachers and parents are happy with it,” Cllr. Power added. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray

Murphy said words cannot express the amount of gratitude the parents, teachers and staff of Crehana N.S. have for the matter being finally addressed. Cllr. Murphy said it was a “significant road safety problem on that regional road coming from Carrick-on-Suir to Dungarvan”. “It is something I tackled over the past two years, writing to the Minister and TII and coming back to the Council with it. It is fantastic that the Council have been able to secure funding and

to create the car park at the school,” Cllr. Murphy said. “It takes those cars off the road - there is much appreciation for that,” he added. PORTLAW N.S. Meanwhile, Cllr. Murphy expressed thanks to the Council for the provision of hi-vis poles erected at Portlaw National School. He said the poles “have been a tremendous success at tackling the ad-hoc parking at the school”.

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Overall crime trend dropped by 34 percent in past seven years THE overall crime trend in the Waterford Garda Division has dropped by over 34 percent in the past seven years. According to figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee, the overall crime trend has been continually dropping from a peak in 2011 up to the year to date - by over 34 percent. “Through a lot of work and effort by the Gardaí that figure has been reduced significantly,” Superintendent Chris Delaney told the JPC meeting. The main types of offences are public order; theft-type offences; burglary; criminal damage; and assault. BUSY DIVISION Waterford Garda Division is a busy policing region, as figures show that nearly 16,000 incidents were recorded since the 1st January, 2018. Supt. Delaney revealed that the Division has responded to nearly 13,000 calls for service from members of the public through the Divisional Control

Centre in Waterford. The calls for service peak at the weekends, when there is the greatest demand for the policing service in both city and county. ARRESTS On average, there are seven people arrested every day in the Waterford Garda Division, since the start of the year. SEARCHES According to the figures, Waterford Gardaí carry out four searches (on average) every day this year. VEHICLES SEIZED While on average, there are 11 vehicles seized every week in the Waterford Garda Division. LIFESAVER AND OTHER ROAD TRAFFIC OFFENCES In the year to date, Gardaí have detected nearly 1,700 speeding offences, as well as nearly 200 offences where motorists were using their mobile phone while driving. Gardaí have also detected over 100

offences of dangerous driving; nearly 90 offences where the vehicle occupant(s) were not wearing their seat belt; and ten offences where motorists have parked in a disabled persons parking space without the proper permit. OPERATION ENABLE Cllr. Eddie Mulligan, Acting Chairperson of the JPC, said he was delighted to see ‘Operation Enable’ being extended from Dublin to Waterford, which focuses on detecting offences where able-bodied motorists are using disabled parking bays illegally. Supt. Delaney confirmed that the Gardaí had multiple detections for the offence of parking in a disabled space without a permit. He said the Gardaí would be liaising with their traffic units as well as working closely with the Council in regards to targeting the misuse of disabled spaces for the remainder of the year. Cllr. Mulligan said he would like to see it a priority as he was aware of several disabled parking bays being used illegally.

Céilí Na Samhna agus Cúpla Focal FRIDAY, 26th OCTOBER 7.30 p.m. LAWLORS HOTEL, Dungarvan Instructor and Music by AMIE LANDERS Teaching us dances from our past i.e. Seige of Ennis, Walls of Limerick, Shoe the Donkey and many more Fancy Dress and speaking some Irish encouraged for Halloween and Cultural Fun €2 per person and €5 per family Beidh craic againn!

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Huge congratulations to Mary Wall, Stradbally, who was the winner of the Car/Cash Draw for October. Mary opted to take the €10,000 cash. We had 3 x €1,000 prizes and the winners were Kitty Moynihan, Jason Duhig and Elaine Carroll. Remember, once you’re a member of Dungarvan Credit Union, you can join the Car/Cash Draw and it costs €52 per annum. Thursday, 18th October, is International Credit Union Day and we will be giving away an additional €10,000 in prizes for members of the Car/Cash Draw. There will also be draws for members who transact on the day. Make sure to drop in between 10.00 a.m. and 12 noon, where we will have teas and coffee, cakes, music and chat!

Councillor seeks memorial for famous Dungarvan scientist By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor Damien Geoghegan has called on the local authority to erect a bust of local-born physicist and Nobel-prize winner Ernest Walton in the Dungarvan park that bears his name. The Councillor made the plea at September’s deferred Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. Born in Abbeyside on October 6th, 1903, Ernest Walton, along with colleague John Cockcroft designed and built the world’s first ‘high energy’ particle accelerator. On April 16th, 1932, the men performed the first laboratorybased nuclear disintegration in history, otherwise known as splitting the atom. (Involved bombarding lithium nuclei with energetic protons for those unaware) Their accomplishment saw them awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1951, which no doubt they split between them. Cllr. Geoghegan observed that there were “only a handful of Nobel laureates in Ireland and

Ernest Walton only one in the science discipline.” He said Mr Walton, who died on June 25th 1995, was proud of his origins and had attended the opening of the park named his honour in 1989. Ernest’s son Philip, who lives in Galway, remains equally proud of his heritage, the councillor continued. I’m asking that we put a bust of Ernest Walton on display and also telling the story”, he submitted. His proposal was unopposed.

Waterford Chamber and European Parliament – Paul Nolan (Dawn Meats) representing Waterford Chamber at the European Parliament last week with Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune.

Metropolitan Mayor, Cllr. Joe Kelly pictured with Mary Butler TD and the organisers of the Parkinsons’ Association Dinner Dance, Bernie Myler Driscoll and Marie Cummins. [Noel Browne]

Waterford Branch of the Parkinsons’ Association Fundraising Dinner Dance THE Waterford Branch of the Parkinsons’ Association held a hugely successful fundraising Dinner Dance in the Woodland’s Hotel recently with RTE’s Ronan Collins the MC for the night. Over 300 people packed into

Dunmore road venue and organisers Marie Cummins and Bernie Myler Driscoll were very pleased with the turnout and the great support from all the people present. Marie went on to thank the many local

business people who had donated money to the Parkinson’s Association in the lead up to the Dinner Dance and she said she was once more blown away by the generosity of the Waterford business community and the general public.

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County Waterford-based The Little Milk Company, were the delighted recipients of the Export Award for their Organic Cashel Blue cheese at this year’s Bord Bia National Organic Awards 2018. Pictured left to right were Minister of State for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Andrew Doyle TD, Sarah Furno, Cashel Blue and John Liston of The Little Milk Company and Tara McCarthy, CEO Bord Bia. [Chris Bellew /Fennell Photography]

Waterford’s Little Milk Company celebrated at Bord Bia National Organic Awards DUNGARVAN-BASED Little Milk Company received the Export award at this year’s Bord Bia National Organic Awards 2018 on Wednesday, 10th October. The National Organic Awards are run every second year by Bord Bia in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. The MC for this year’s event was journalist and broadcaster, Helen Carroll and the Awards were presented by Minister of State for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Andrew Doyle TD. Following rigorous judging of over 200 entries, six organic food companies were selected as overall category winners. The event marked a true celebration of the best of Irish Organic food as a wide selection of produce from all over the country was represented on the winning stage. Awards were presented in cate-

gories including foodservice, retail, direct sales, innovation and export and a new category to the competition this year – The Business in the Community Award. The Little Milk Company based in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford partnered with a company producing Ireland’s bestloved farmhouse cheese, Cashel Blue based in Tipperary. Since they joined forces the company has been successfully selling the new organic Cashel Blue to the best retailers and hoteliers all over the world. Sarah Furno, Cashel Blue, on winning the Export Award in collaboration with The Little Milk Company said “Winning the Export category in the National Organic Awards for Cashel Blue and the Little Milk Company is a real endorsement. We’ve received recognition abroad but never at home and

Pictured is Little Milk Company’s Conor Mulhall and Cashel Blue’s Sarah Furno.

there is something extra special and especially for the teams that make our cheese and milk our cows, it means we are doing something right. We hope that soon we will be able to bring this cheese to the domestic market also, so we are seeing more and more people respecting organic and wanting to explore more flavours in organic.” John Liston, Founding Member of The Little Milk Company added,“It is brilliant to get this award. It is fantastic recognition from Bord Bia. We acknowledge all the help Bord Bia but have given us throughout the years, from our initial participation in the Food Works programme to this Award and all the help they brought. We really appreciate this award”. The Minister of State for the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Andrew Doyle TD said, “The quality of Irish organic produce entered for these awards highlights once again that Irish organic food is of a high quality and can readily compete on the world stage. Today is a celebration of the achievements of these individual companies and Irish organic food and drink as a whole. It’s a sector with a bright future and before the end of this year we will be publishing the strategy for its future development to the year 2025.” Speaking at this year’s Awards, Tara McCarthy, CEO Board Bia, said:“It’s very exciting to see such a broad variety of producers and products represented at this year’s National Organic Awards. It

demonstrates why Irish consumers are increasingly choosing to include organic in their weekly shop. Bord Bia is committed to supporting Irish organic producers to reach their potential and strengthen their trade both at home, and in key export markets.” In celebration of the Awards, a 70-strong crowd of individuals from the shortlisted producer companies, along with stakeholders from the organic industry, enjoyed a delicious Irish organic meal at the offices of Bord Bia in Dublin. JUDGES This year’s judging panel included Evan Doyle, Owner of The BrookLodge Hotel, Macreddin Village, Aughrim, Co. Wicklow; Frank Bardet Sourcing Director Biocoop France; Dr. Oliver Moore, Irish Examiner Journalist, UCC Lecturer and Gillian Nelis, Food Writer with The Sunday Business Post. NATIONAL ORGANIC PLAN Established by the National Organic Plan under the auspices of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in collaboration with Bord Bia, the objective of the National Organic Awards is to recognise the achievements and raise the profile of Irish organic food and drink manufacturers and growers. Now in their ninth year, the Awards are recognised as an important fixture in the calendar for the organic food and drink industry.

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New GP to be appointed at Fourmilewater Health Centre ‘within weeks’ A NEW GP will be appointed to take over at the crisis-hit Fourmilewater Health Centre “within weeks”, the Heath Service Executive (HSE) has confirmed to Waterford Senator Paudie Coffey. The hugely positive development emerged as Senator Coffey raised the issue as a matter of importance during a debate in the Seanad last week. Over the past nine months the Waterford Fine Gael General Election candidate has engaged consistently behind-the-scenes with HSE management and the staff at Fourmilewater, which serves the communities of Ballymacarbery and a large catchment area covering Kilgobinet, Colligan, Kilbrien/Touraneena, The Nire, Newcastle, Russelstown and Kilmacomma. Addressing the Seanad, Senator Coffey said: “Some years ago a modern clinic was built there [Fourmilewater] by the HSE. Approximately six months ago, the resident GP resigned from his contract and a new GP contract was advertised on 18th

June. Four months later, no new appointment has been made, which has caused concern in a vast rural area in county Waterford and South Tipperary.” “It is frustrating for patients, staff and the general public that this appointment still has not been finalised. It is causing uncertainty for patients and it is not good enough.” Speaking after the debate, Senator Coffey said he has since received written commitments from senior HSE officials that the appointment of a GP to take up the patient list at Fourmilewater will be finalised “in the coming weeks”. The HSE also confirmed to Senator Coffey that there will be no diminution of the GP service at Fourmilewater. Senator Coffey welcomed the latest development in the Fourmilewater saga. “I welcome this news and I have no doubt that patients will also welcome the appointment of the new GP,” he added. *For more information, contact Senator Coffey 0872874015.

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PHOTOGRAPHER John Foley was in the right place at the right time when he snapped this image of the RNLB Malcolm & Mona Bennett-Williams with Alan Kelly at the helm and crew Simon O’Hara and Micheal O Cuirrín aboard with Blackrock in the background. They took the opportunity to grab an exercise in Dungarvan Bay at short notice. The Helvick Buoy marks the Helvick rock which is just west of the buoy. The Helvick lifeboat RNLB Robert Armstrong is currently in RNLI HQ in Poole, Dorset, being refit. Join us for our Quiz Night of fun, hilarity and some great prizes in Minnies at 8.30 p.m. on Friday, November 16th in support of Helvick Lifeboat Station. Tables of four €40, or €10 per person. [John Foley]

Dungarvan Hardware stores wins big at National Awards Popular local store picks up prestigious awards for retail excellence A NUMBER of hardware and builder merchant stores from the around the country – including One in Waterford – have been honoured for achieving exceptional standards in retailing at the inaugural United

in Excellence Awards, held recently in the 5-star Fota Island Resort Hotel in Cork. Representing Waterford, Flynn's ARRO in Dungarvan won the highly coveted title of Store of the Year 2018, in addi-

tion to receiving five other awards; the Award for Best Paint Store, Best Light Hardware Store, Best Merchanting Store, and Best Regional Store in Munster, and the overall Award for Best Light Hardware Store

Paul Candon from UHL, Clarke Blair from Crown Paints, Paul Flynn from Flynn's ARRO & Patrick Cassidy from UHL.

in Ireland. Patrick Cassidy, Group CEO, United Hardware said: “The United in Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate best in class offerings, standards and customer service across the

industry. Flynn's ARRO has raised the bar when it comes to excellence in retailing and has proven that they are the very best hardware stores in Ireland.” Paul Flynn, Flynn's ARRO said, “I am delighted to accept these awards on behalf of the team in recognition of all the hard work, dedication & determination they have put in to ensuring that Flynn’s Hardware continues to grow and meet the expectations of our customers. “We are focused on providing a complete customer experience to our customers from the moment they enter the store in terms of service, product offering and value, to ensure repeat visits and build customer loyalty. “I would also like to thank the team at United Hardware for all their support and ongoing commitment to excellence, as we look forward to the next twelve months and continue to grow together.” The event involved the presentation of 25 awards over various key business categories such as paint, customer service, light hardware, merchanting and best regional store. As part of the nomination process, every group member

store across the entire network must comply with a strict set of criteria, to ensure that the highest possible standards are continuously upheld. This involves an assessment by Store Operations which also includes two independent mystery shopper audits by an external third party. On the evening €5,000 was raised for United Hardware’s chosen charity, the LauraLynn Foundation. United Hardware operates and supplies the Homevalue and ARRO retail brands on behalf of its members who together have over 150 stores across Ireland catering to a diverse base of trade and DIY customers. The group operates from an 110,000ft2 (7,897m2) purpose built distribution centre on the outskirts of Dublin and its overall mission is to deliver enhanced purchasing power, marketing, logistics and business advisory support to independent hardware, homeware, agri and garden retailers. United Hardware has a combined turnover of €400 million and 40 people, and has 1,300 employees through its branded retail estate.

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Moe Dunford to attend ‘Rosie’ in Dungarvan on Sunday night IT would appear that local actor Maurice (Moe) Dunford has another film hit on his hands with the screening of ‘Rosie’, an Irish film about the greatest social challenge we face today, homelessness. If you are planning on going to the movies this coming weekend, make sure to choose ‘Rosie’ starring Moe who will attend the 7.00 p.m. showing on Sunday night in SGC Cinema. He will talk about the production BEFORE the show. Like his last film, ‘Black 47’ about the Great Hunger in Ireland in the 1840s which was a stunning portrayal of those dreadful times which told the story without overwhelming the viewer, likewise ‘Rosie’ sends its message in a sensitive yet effective fashion. Again, you will feel you have had a worthwhile experience as you leave the cinema. The message which ‘Rosie send comes over loud and clear, delivered without overkill, but which leaves the audience in no doubt about the plight of those who have no place to call home.

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Talk of Elections THE departure of Minister for Communications, Denis Naughten in controversial circumstances last week spells more difficulty for the Government, as he is the second TD about which they have to worry, whether they can rely on his vote or not in order to pass legislation or support a vote of confidence Another Fine Gael TD, Peter Fitzpatrick resigned from his party and indicated to Fine Gael some weeks ago that he would not be a candidate for the next election. His support for the Government may be in some doubt. Deputy Fitzpatrick was not in favour of repealing the 8th Amendment and made his opposition to the measure and the resulting upcoming legislation, clear to the party hierarchy. It is highly unlikely that with Brexit decisions to be made and crucial EU meetings being held, that any party in Dáil Éireann will be anxious to trigger an election, but there are few certainties in politics. This week is the first real crunch time for the never-ending Brexit debate, when the heads of state of the European Union assemble in Brussels today (Wednesday). After almost two years of upheaval, the process is beginning to reach a conclusion with today’s meeting the first crucial test. To say that the British Parliament is in some disarray is an understatement. As has happened through recent decades, the Westminster Government is dependent on Unionist votes for its survival, which does not make the task of our Government and negotiators any easier. There are crucial decisions to be made and the interests of this country to be protected, so we too do not need political uncertainty and the possibility of an election either.

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 With all of her problems and uncertainties, the wise and proper thing for Prime Minister May to do now, would be to go back to the people in the light of all of the debate which has taken place over the two years since the referendum which decided Britain to leave the EU There is an enormous amount of new information in the public domain since then, enough to justify another poll on Brexit. The situation has come more into focus in the meantime and, as there will be need for an endorsement in some form, even a general election, now would be as good a time as any to test the support of the British people for this tremendous national decision.

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the people of Ireland prided and protected religion and wished to have it protected from attack. The requirements and evidence to support a successful prosecution of blasphemy are difficult to establish, but, as we enter more intolerant times, this may not be the time to remove this provision. While it is assumed that this was provided for to satisfy the Christian religions, we now have a more diverse population with greater numbers supporting other faiths including Islam. It now appears that it is open season on religion generally and Christian and Catholic in particular. Last week on the local radio station, WLR-fm, Catholic Bishop, Alphonsus Cullinan indicated that he intends to set up what he described as a Delivery Ministry to combat the threat and evil of Satan, as he became aware of the necessity for it. This includes what was traditionally described as exorcism. Followers of the Christian Faith are unlikely to disagree with that. The Satanic threat is hardly a new or unlikely belief, which has survived intact for two thousand years and more. While everyone is free to adhere to and practice their own beliefs, that should be free of public scorn, mocking, or blasphemy. In the opinion of many listeners to Deise Today, all three elements were present when a representative of Aetheist Ireland was given free rein to scoff at and mock the Christian religion and its members and representatives. The very Deity whom Christians worship was described in terms which may yet be held to be blasphemous. All programme guests are entitled to give their views, open to be questioned or endorsed or disagreed with by someone present, but this did not happen last week.

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Contractor expected to be appointed shortly for work at Downey’s Cross A CONTRACTOR is expected to be appointed shortly for work to be carried out at Downey’s Cross junction on the N25. Cllr. Liam Brazil asked at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council when work would start to make the junction safer for traffic turning off the N25 at

Downey’s Cross. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said tender documents are being finalised and the Council is progressing with the land acquisition at the location. He said they should be going to tender shortly and a contractor should be appointed to start the work in the coming weeks.

Drop in robberies recorded in Waterford THE number of robberies committed in Waterford City and County have dropped, according to figures presented to the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County. Robberies of establishments in the Waterford Garda Division have dropped by 20 percent in the year to date, compared with the same period last year. The number of robberies of the person has also dropped by five percent in the year to date. Superintendent Chris Delaney, who presented the figures said: “I won’t comment on any individual cases, but you are probably aware of a number of significant sentences which were issued in the courts over the last nine months in relation to robbery offences”. Over a period of seven years (2010-2017) the figures show

that robberies in Waterford City and County have reduced. According to figures over a seven year period (2010-2017) robberies of establishments have dropped by nearly 70 percent since 2010; while robberies of the person have dropped by nearly 22 percent since 2010. Supt. Delaney said they are conscious of offences involving robbery of the person, particularly during the Summer time, and particularly involving young people and mobile phones and other such items. “That is something we are working on,” he said. “There have been a number of arrests. But, we can’t mark the incidents as detected until we have a charge sheet or a summons and it takes a bit of time to get our files up to the DPP,” Supt. Delaney added.

Communications Minister called on to reverse closure of three Comeragh-based post offices COMERAGH Municipal District Council has called on the Minister for Communications to reverse his decision to close three post offices in the Comeragh area Kilmeaden, Lemybrien and Ballinamult. A Notice of Motion was put forward at the recent Comeragh Council meeting by Cllr. John O’Leary who said the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, needs to review and reconsider the decision to close the three post offices, which he described as “a savage attack on rural Ireland and the people we represent”. “I want to be clear, I’m not saying anything against those three postmasters who have taken the redundancy package – those three would have served their time and worked hard and are entitled to their redundancy. But, An Post did not make those three post office licences available for others to take over.” Cllr. O’Leary said he was aware of a postmaster in another area who was willing to take over the Kilmeaden post office licence - “but he was not given the opportunity, either by the minister or by An Post to do so”. Cllr. O’Leary said the closure of the three post offices is an attack on the rural communities,

and in particular an attack on older people in society. Seconding the Notice of Motion, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said he believed the three postmasters running the post offices in Kilmeaden, Lemybrien and Ballinamult “felt pressurised into closing”. He said the final day of operation for the post office in Ballinamult will be 31st January, 2019 - “which will be a sad day for the postmistress there and for the area”. “The way this was announced during the Summer, when the Dáil was in recess didn’t sit well with me,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He said questioned the criteria that the population is within 15 km of a post office - “what do they expect people to walk? How are the elderly supposed to get there?” “If you have the same 15 km stretch in Dublin, you would have the Luas, trains, taxis, etc., to get you around, but we don’t have that in rural Ireland”. While Cllr. Seanie Power supported the motion, he asked if the Council was “wasting our time writing to the minister”. “When people make these decisions, they are probably coming from places where they have buses and taxis to get them around, while we don’t have any

of that,” said Cllr. Power. “When they close our post offices and shops, it is a huge set back for the area. It is sad to see these shops and post offices closing, and it is a shame, but I don’t know what we can do to stop it,” he added. Cllr. Liam Brazil said the post office closures “are another ‘kick in the teeth’ for the rural parts of our countryside”. He said many people who were using these rural post offices wouldn’t have transport to travel 15 km. “It’s fairly easy for the minister to say you can travel nine miles (15 km), but when you are living up in the sticks, up in the mountain, nine miles is a long way to travel,” Cllr. Brazil said. He said the heart of rural communities was being ripped out because they are losing these services and businesses, which would have been meeting places for people - such as the local shop, the local co-op, the local post office and local Garda barracks, “now the local pub is on the way out”. “People living in rural parts are feeling the effects of this. It is about time we stood up for people of rural County Waterford. “The post office and the local shops, etc., were meeting places

for the elderly. Young people are different because they have modern technology and probably use email more than the post office. But, these elderly people worked really hard when they were young to bring us to where we are in our society.” Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy concurred that the closure of the post offices “is an attack on rural communities and older people”. “When they say people will be within 15 km of a post office, they don’t take into account the cost involved for people to travel - they just assume people have transport, but in a lot of cases they don’t have transport,” Cllr. Murphy said. He said the person’s disposable income will be affected because they will have to pay for transport to get them to the nearest post office and back. “Once the post office goes, the local shop follows and those meeting places where people would meet their neighbours, is gone forever, and you’ll find that people won’t leave their houses to go to another post office – they will send others in their stead and the interaction they previously enjoyed with their neighbours will be gone and they will end up isolated,” Cllr. Murphy added.

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More SNAs, teachers and funding for schools in Co. Waterford Local schools will also benefit from upgraded ICT equipment SCHOOLS in County Waterford will benefit from more SNAs, teachers and funding thanks to a caring, balanced and fair Budget, a Fine Gael Senator Paudie Coffey has said. Budget 2019 marks the third year of a major reinvestment in the education sector, as we continue to progress the Action Plan for Education, our plan to make Ireland’s education and training service the best in Europe by 2026. In 2019, the budget for the Department of Education and Skills will increase by €674 million, a 6.7% increase on last year. This will bring Government expenditure on education and skills to its highest ever level of nearly €10.8 billion. This includes the highest ever capital allocation for education - €941 million, a €196m increase on 2018. Senator Coffey aid: “Budget 2019 will see numbers employed in our schools reach the highest ever level. Over 1,300 additional posts in schools will be funded, including 950 additional SNA posts and 372 teaching posts to cater for growth in student population and additional special classes. “As a result of this year’s allocation, there will be 70,313 teachers and over 15,900 SNAs employed in our schools. “All schools in County Waterford will receive a 5% increase in capitation from September 2019. “Over the course of the school year 2019/20, an additional €10 million will be allocated to primary and post primary schools, of which €4 million will be allocated in 2019. “Nearly €5 million is being allocated to support the implementation of the Comprehensive Review of the SNA scheme, which is intended to support a new school inclusion model to deliver the right supports at the right time to students with additional care needs here in County Waterford. The Government has significantly increased investment in special education in recent years.” Senator Coffey continued:

“€50 million will be allocated in 2019 to facilitate the further roll-out of the investment programme to upgrade ICT infrastructure in all schools in county and city of Waterford – a 67% increase on 2018 – in line with our ambition to embed computer science and coding across the curriculum. “A package of €57 million in additional current funding will be invested in higher education initiatives in 2019. “This will fund provision for 3,500 additional places, initiatives to support innovation and performance awards, teaching and learning capacity, 1,000 additional places on Springboard+, research funds for Institutes of Technology/TUs, part-time and flexible learning. “Funding is also being made available to support 7,000 apprenticeship registrations, 5,000 traineeship enrolments and 10 new apprenticeship schemes, in line with our overall commitment to double the number of apprenticeships. “There is also significant investment in workforce learning and development with €6 million additional funding for Skillnet Ireland and €11 million for employee skills development initiatives,” Senator Coffey concluded. Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton said: “Education is key to our ability to adapt successfully during a period of very rapid change and considerable new challenges. “This Budget is making the investments we need to ensure we equip Irish talent with the capacity to shape their future. We are investing heavily in new pathways, skills, school leadership and local innovation. “In particular, the €300m human capital initiative will have a big impact on addressing skills needs of enterprise, driving regional development and supporting key sectors in the face of Brexit. “We also have the highest ever capital budget this year, as part of our plan to prepare for the future by investing in state of the art new schools, and in higher and further education.”

Sara Dolan, Honor Byrne and Laura Clarke from CLIFF with Shauna O'Halloran from Irish Tatler CLIFF Innovation award.

The Well by the Sea Spa at Cliff House Hotel wins at The Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2018 THE management and staff of Cliff House Hotel are celebrating after winning one award and coming “Highly Commended” in another at the Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2018, which took place on 8th October. The Irish Tatler Spa Awards are designed to highlight Ireland’s premier spas and set the standard for quality, innovation and service. A team of expert judges travel around Ireland and evaluate spas based on a specific set of criteria to determine the best spas around the country. CLIFF took the top award for Innovation for their launch of The Well at Cliff product line, which Irish Tatler said “marked a boon for Irish made bespoke botanical products.” The Well at Cliff products are available at The Well by the Sea in Cliff House Hotel, The Well in the Garden at Cliff at Lyons, online on CliffHome.ie and a selection are also available to purchase from Cliff Townhouse on St Stephen’s Green. “We love it for: a much needed small batch approach to beauty, with the Carageen Moss and Atlantic Seaweed various being firm favourites” say Irish Tatler, “Plus the fact that you can also purchase them to take home from the spa means the pampering need never cease.” The Well by the Sea is the ‘wet’ spa at Cliff House Hotel which has a view-wrapped pool, outside baths and a hot tub overlooking Ardmore Bay on the country’s south coast. ‘Highly commended’ in the Style category, the judges of the Irish Tatler spa awards said: “No exaggera-

tion: the view from the couple’s treatment room at The Well by the Sea is the most breathtaking we have seen on our journey of spas countrywide. Everything at this spa oozes a simple kind of indulgence, from the fresh wildflowers used for your welcome foot bathing ritual to the serene music piped through the speakers.” The Well in the Garden spa at Cliff House Hotel’s sister property, Cliff at Lyons in Kildare, won the Style category for its beautiful spa, which Irish Tatler described as the love child destination of the Cotswalds and the south of France. The Well in the Garden also received a ‘Highly Commeded’ accolade in the Best Newcomer category and the Best Therapist category.

In the spa,The Well by the Sea, the breath-taking coastal view is inescapable. A 15m indoor infinity-edge swimming pool is at the heart of the spa, with floor to ceiling windows creating a sense that you could swim right into the Irish Sea outside. Outside, a natural outdoor rock pool can be enjoyed at full tide, for those who want a bracing swim. Warm up afterwards in the outdoor heated Jacuzzi, again with endless sea views, and the relaxation terrace which features two outdoor stone baths, meaning you can be up to your neck in soothing, warm water while enjoying the fresh sea, air. Inside,The Well by the Sea has a sauna, steam room and four treatment rooms, including a

couple’s treatment room, a light, peaceful space where couples can relax together in the hands of expert therapists. To celebrate the award, Cliff House Hotel have a very special Autumn spa offer during the months of October and November. Enjoy a combination of treatments using their unique, custom made products – a back massage, facial and a lower leg with feet treatment. This 55 minute treatment is available from Sundays through Thursdays for just €90. Call 024-87830 to book or email thewell@cliffhousehotel.ie Cliff House Hotel, Middle Road, Ardmore, Co Waterford P36 DK38, Ireland. Tel. 02487800; www.cliffhousehotel.ie

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Pupils and staff of St. John’s School, Dungarvan, visiting the Irish Community Rapid Response’s new air ambulance helicopter, which visited Dungarvan last Monday.

New air ambulance helicopter makes ‘flying visit’ to Dungarvan By Paul Mooney PUPILS and staff of CBS Dungarvan were delighted to receive a ‘flying visit’ by Ireland’s first charity air ambulance service helicopter last Monday. Pupils and staff were joined by members of the local emergency services (Gardaí, Fire Service, Red Cross etc.) to greet the air ambulance team as the AW109 craft touched down in the field at the rear of the school. The Irish Community Rapid Response (ICRR) is a charity delivering professional pre-hospital A&E care directly to the site of emergencies throughout Ireland. The helicopter air ambulance, which is based in Cork, will primarily cover Munster and South Leinster, but is expected will be available for missions nationwide, and will co-ordinate with the existing Emergency Aeromedical Service based at Athlone. The ICRR service will receive calls via the National Ambulance Service (999 / 112 call system) and is supported by the HSE and Department of Health. It is expected that the Pictured during the visit of the Irish Community Rapid Response’s new air ambulance helicopter in the field behind CBS Dungarvan are, left to right: Jon Doyle, Irish Red Cross Portlaw; John Kearney, CEO of ICRR; Neil Yates, Irish Red Cross Portlaw; Anna Maria O’Donnell, Irish Red Cross Portlaw; and Donnchadh Fahey, Irish Red Cross Portlaw.

New Organic Pukka Lattes in store (Vegan & Gluten Free) Some members of Dungarvan Fire Brigade chat to pilot, Captain John Murray, during the visit of the Irish Community Rapid Response’s new air ambulance helicopter. new service will cost in the region of €2m to run per annum and will be funded through community and donor donations.The air ambulance helicopter is expected to respond to over 500 calls per year and bring the population of a 10,000 square mile area within 20 minutes of critical medical care. The helicopter is touring communities to help raise aware-

ness about the service and to support fundraising, and Dungarvan was one of many stops on its tour around the country. CEO of ICRR, John Kearney, was present at the Dungarvan visit of the air ambulance helicopter, along with pilot, Captain John Murray. Mr. Kearney said the air ambulance service will include a medical crew on board and rapid

transport to a critical care facility. He pointed out that the helicopter fuel costs €350 per hour (or approximately €5.00 per minute). Examples of incidents which the air ambulance is expected to respond to include: airlifts of seriously ill patients from remote and rural areas to specialist hospital care; the medical treatment of things such as cardiac medical events, strokes and anaphylaxis etc; and the treatment of trauma injuries from road traffic accidents, equestrian, agricultural and industrial accidents, sporting incidents and falls and impact injuries. The visit of the air ambulance to Dungarvan was part of their country-wide tour to spread the word about ICRR’s fundraising campaign ‘Fuel For Life’. Mr. Kearney said all donations and support will be greatly appreciated. For more information on the air ambulance service visit www.icrr.ie where there are details on how you can support ICRR through fundraising, donations and volunteering.

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New project in Waterford to support decommissioning of weir at Ballyvoile INLAND FISHERIES IRELAND INVESTS IN RIVER DALLIGAN INLAND Fisheries Ireland will commence a project on the River Dalligan to decommission a weir near Ballyvoile, Co. Waterford. The project will be funded under the Salmon Conservation Fund. In June, Inland Fisheries Ireland announced the opening of the Salmon Conservation Fund under the National Strategy for Angling Development Scheme 2018 with a €550,000 fund available for habitat restoration and conservation projects. This project in Waterford will see an investment of €37,200 by Inland Fisheries Ireland in the River Dalligan for this project. The weir near Ballyvoile was built in the 1960’s to provide for water abstraction for a nearby industry. This industry is now disused therefore eliminating the purpose of the weir. The weir is an obstruction to the free migration and movement of fish in the River Dalligan and prohibits fish from accessing ten kilometres of spawning area upstream. A large artificial pond has been created upstream of the weir, which has eliminated potential spawning and nursery areas and the area immediately downstream of the weir is the focus of a high level of pre-

dation on salmon. It is intended to fully remove this weir from the river thereby returning the river to its natural form, eliminating the upstream ponding and increasing available habitat for salmon spawning. The National Strategy for Angling Development aims to ensure that Ireland’s fish stocks and angling infrastructure are protected and enhanced with a view to ensuring a sustainable habitat and the delivery of the economic, health and recreational benefits they offer to communities across Ireland. Applications to the 2018 scheme were invited from groups, associations, clubs, local authorities and other appropriate bodies looking to support habitat restoration and conservation. Suzanne Campion, Head of Business Development said: “The initiative in Waterford will support the conservation of any fish stock present at the site and allow for the decommissioning of the weir at Ballyvoile. The conservation of our indigenous fish populations is crucial if we are to ensure the sustainability of our fisheries resource in the long term. The National Strategy for Angling Development Scheme supports projects nationwide, such as this one in Waterford, which is

focusing on restoration and conservation. We look forward to delivering this project in Waterford this year.” In addition to the latest funding award, Inland Fisheries

Ireland’s current priority is to ensure projects already awarded funding under the recent National Strategy for Angling Development schemes up to and including 2017 are com-

pleted and project officers continue to assist applicants to bring these projects to delivery phase. Project officers are engaging with groups and other Government agencies with short

term projects from previous funding calls due to be completed in the coming weeks. For more information about Inland Fisheries Ireland, visit www.fisheriesireland.ie

Weir on the River Dalligan.

Emmet Kelly Wins Best Actor at DISFM 2018 EMMET Kelly from Kinsalebeg, Co. Waterford, has won The Best Actor Award at The Dublin International Short Film and Music Festival. The Awards Ceremony was hosted at The Sugar Club in Dublin on Sunday last, 7th October. The West Waterford born actor won the prestigious Award for his lead role in ‘Lost Memories’ which screened alongside an incredible 160 films from around the world. “We were delighted just to be part of the 2018 Film Festival, but to come home with the Best Actor Award was a truly humbling experience. I watched so much talent on screen during the

Festival, both national and international, that it is truly a privilege to be chosen for this Award” said Emmet Kelly. The film, directed by Eamonn Murphy, tells the story of Sean who races against the clock to a family emergency while dealing with inter-family politics over the phone. The film stars Emmet Kelly (Fair City, The Current), Aoife King (Mammal, Fair City) and John Kavanagh (Vikings, Braveheart). The film was a joint production between Army Of Id and Burning House Productions.

Over the past few months, Lost Memories has won numerous awards at The Boston Irish Film Festival, The Eindhoven Film Festival, The Richard Harris International Film Festival, The Underground Film Festival, The Discover Film Awards London, Fastnet Film Festival and Feel The Reel Film Festival. Emmet Kelly said “We would like to thank all the Festivals that had faith in us and our film. Hopefully, this latest Award for Lost Memories will help us secure both national and international funding for future projects”.

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From €149 per month H&H MOTORS Butlerstown Roundabout, Cork Road, Waterford Tel 051 876 400 www.handhmotors.ie The official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the All-New Duster range are: urban 40.4 (7)–62.8 (4.5); extra-urban 35.3 (8)–65.7 (4.3); combined 44.1 (6.4)–64.2 (4.4). The official CO2 emissions are 158–115g/km. Figures are produced for comparison purposes in accordance with European legislation and may not reflect real-life driving results. Equivalent NEDC value obtained from WLTP figures, aiming to reflect a closer representation of the ‘real-world’ fuel consumption and CO2 figures. Model shown is: All-New Dacia Duster Prestige Sce 115, RRP €21,290 (excluding Metallic paint RRP €520). Finance example Duster Essential SCe 115. RRP €17,390. Deposit €5,665. Term 36 monthly payments €149. APR 4.9%. Total cost of credit €1,406 inc doc & completion fee €75 each. Optional final payment €7,617.Excess mileage plus excess wear and tear charges may apply upon return of Vehicle. Offer is made under a hire purchase agreement. Subject to lending criteria. Terms and conditions apply. See Dacia.ie [Warning: You will not own these goods until the final payment is made].

MOTORING Mercedes-Benz flicks switch on Waterford dealer new EQ Electric-powered range hosts Mercedes-Benz ‘Open Weekend’

MERCEDES-Benz has flicked the switch on EQ, the initials chosen to represent their move into the electric-powered vehicle sector. Said to stand for ‘electric intelligence’, the Mercedes-Benz EQ name is derived from its brand values of ‘emotion’ and ‘intelligence’ – characteristics it says ‘encompass all key aspects for customer-focused electric mobility extending beyond the vehicle itself.’ Set to evolve into a comprehensive ‘electric mobility ecosystem’ of products, services, technologies and innovations – ranging from electric vehicles to fast charging systems, wall box charging points and home energy storage units – EQ will be the brand name under which all of these products and services will be bundled. In this, the intention is to create a consistent and clear image under the EQ banner for sustainable products and services bearing the Mercedes-Benz star. As such, EQ will exist as a standalone, independently-operated division within the Daimler organisation alongside, though

separate from, Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes AMG and the Maybach division, each one having the mandate to develop its own individual and distinctive ‘brand persona’. The first EQ model revealed to the public - which arrives in Ireland in Autumn 2019 – carries the model designation EQC. A sporty, five-seat SUV coupé based on the GLC, EQC made its original appearance in public at the Paris Motor Show as a ‘close-to-production’ concept vehicle. Visually, there will be no mistaking it as a member of the Daimler family. Branded with the familiar ‘star’ motif, designers have given the EQC a distinctive ‘electro look’ reflected in its silver

finish, sweeping grille and dynamic silhouette marked by a flowing transition from front to rear. Inside, various innovative solutions combine to create a completely new concept summarised in the word ‘case’, an acronym for ‘connected’, ‘autonomous’, ‘shared’ and ‘electric’ – a fusion of the four pillars upon which EQ concept is built. Standard fitments include MBUX and ‘Hey Mercedes’ driver assist and command features. Its powerful electric drive system is driven by two electric motors mounted front and rear, whose system output can be increased thanks to scalable battery components. Standard bat-

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Public warned not to purchase ‘below face value’ goods from dubious sources THE public are being warned that they could be contributing to the cycle of theft criminality around the city and county if they purchase goods at below face value from dubious sources. Figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee showed that theft of other property increased by over 11.5 percent in the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date, compared with last year. Theft of other property is a broad spectrum of theft crime, such as thefts from garden sheds, building sites, petrol station drive-offs, etc. Superintendent Chris Delaney told the JPC that because it is a more broader area, and covers various types of theft, it can be often difficult to work out patterns and detect because it mostly involves ‘spur of the moment’ and opportunist thefts. “We have a large amount of property which we’ve seized and put on display each year -

which we try and reunite with the proper owners,” Supt. Delaney said. “We are also working strongly to try and source people who are receiving or handling stolen property,” he said. “The key message for the public is don’t buy anything that’s under its face value - you should be suspicious of it and ring the Gardaí, because in essence people who purchase these types of goods at extremely cheap prices could be contributing to the cycle of crime. Even though the person may not be involved in the actual theft, the chances are that the item the person is receiving might very well have been taken from a building site or an elderly persons back garden so, that is what you should be thinking about,” Supt. Delaney said. The figures show that in the year to date, compared with last year, theft of other property increased by over 18 percent in Waterford City; and by just over nine percent for Tramore; while in Dungarvan the crime dropped by just over 13

percent. Theft of other property has dropped by nearly 32 percent since 2010, according to figures over a seven year period (2010-2017). THEFT OF 4X4 VEHICLES FROM FARMS Donal Murphy, the PPN (Public Participation Network) representative on the JPC said recent thefts of 4x4 vehicles from farms was a very serious concern for the farming community. He said these vehicles “were taken in daylight from farmyards” and asked if there was an update on the recovery of the vehicles, and whether there was an export market for these vehicles. Supt. Delaney said he couldn’t go into too much detail while there is a current ongoing Garda investigation into the matters. “It is important to alert the public to the significant number of thefts of 4x4 vehicles over the past year,” Supt. Delaney said. “We cannot comment, or speculate, where these vehicles may be going, but we have had

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Knockalara Cheese Wolfgang Schliebitz WOLFGANG Schliebitz has been coming to Ireland on his holidays since 1970. He says that he loved it so much that himself and his wife Agnes packed up everything and moved here, from Germany, in December 1989. “Not too long after we arrived we started making sheep’s milk cheese, which at the time was quite exotic and not that well known in Ireland,”Wolfgang said. “We saw this as an opportunity to develop a niche for ourselves to make a living, and that’s exactly what we did.” Wolfgang and Agnes are fine exponents of Food the Waterford Way in that their cheeses are hand-made using vegetarian rennet and top quality pasteurised milk, and do not contain any artificial ingredients, flavours or preservatives as well as being absolutely GM free.Their passion is food, and everything else is secondary. To learn about Wolfgang, Agnes and Knockalara Cheese, the entry they have in the Irish Cheesemaker’s Directory is quite informative: “Travel into the heart of West Waterford, along winding country roads and over stone bridges, turn left at an old thatched cottage, through lush green fields and there you will find the Knockalara Cheese Company”. If you were to picture the ideal setting for cheese to be made, this would be it. “We do a Mediterranean style cheese, which is really lovely to use in salads and Mediterranean style dishes,” Wolfgang explained. “It’s a cheese you’d use in the kitchen…it’s not really a cheese board cheese. It’s to be used in the kitchens of hotels, restaurants and of course people at home who love cooking.” Over the years, Knockalara have added mature cheeses to their range, as well as many tantalising variations of their soft cheeses. Their cheese is available in many top quality hotels in restaurants throughout Ireland but they can also be purchased in Ardkeen Quality Food Stores, Kelleher’s

Cappoquin, The Country Store in Dungarvan, The English Market in Cork and the various Farmer’s markets in Waterford city and county. What do you think of the food industry today? “I think it was a lot easier to start out in 1990 than it would be today,” Wolfgang said. “There is a lot of bureaucracy and red tape now that makes it so hard for small food producers to get going.” What motivates you? “We absolutely love what we do,” Wolfgang said enthusiastically. “If we didn’t love what we do, and if we didn’t have pride in our produce, then we simply couldn’t do it. Making cheese, is exactly what we intended to do when moved to Ireland from Germany and I couldn’t be happier that we’re doing it.” What’s next for Knockalara Cheese? “We’re going to make a cow’s cheese milk next year,” Wolfgang said. “We’ve already dipped our toes into that market with a cow’s cheese called ‘Comeragh’ and that’s going really well. However, you have to bear in mind that if you’re going to make a mature cow’s cheese, it could take eight to nine months before you find out what the cheese will be like. It takes time to develop a really good cheese that we’re happy with. We’ve been experimenting with cow’s milk for a good few years and next year we’ll be ready.” Want to learn more – check out www.foodthewaterfordway.com or follow us @Waterford_Way

some success [in detecting the crime], but we can’t discuss it here.” Supt. Delaney said one message he would like to go out is that a significant number of the 4x4 vehicles “were stolen whilst the keys were in the ignition”. He said it was an issue for farmers in rural locations, where they probably are not expecting thefts of any description to occur. “They are leaving their keys in the ignitions, thereby making it easier for these thieves to steal these vehicles,” he warned. “With the passage of time we will be able to fully elaborate and establish where these vehicles have gone. Given the fact that some matters are sub judice (under judicial consideration and therefore prohibited from public discussion) it is wiser that I don’t comment any further on it,” Supt. Delaney said. “But, rest assured Gardaí are determined to retrieve all the vehicles and apprehend the culprits,” he added.

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HSE called on to appoint GP to Fourmilewater Health Centre without further delay THE HSE has been called on to appoint a full-time GP without further delay at the Fourmilewater Health Care Centre in Ballymacarbry. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan made the call at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. He pointed out that as a new member of the Southern

Regional Health Forum, he raised the issue at a recent meeting of that forum held in Cork. Cllr. O’Ryan said he was aware that interviews were held last July and a panel was formed - but the HSE still haven’t appointed a doctor to take up the position at Fourmilewater. He called on the HSE “to

Plans in motion for Comeragh Council to celebrate 100th Anniversary of First Dáíl THERE are plans in motion for Comeragh Municipal District Council to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the First Dáil which sat in January, 1919. At the recent meeting of the Comeragh Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan noted that we are less than four months away from the momentous anniversary and asked what the Council are doing to mark the occasion, as the January 2019 Comeragh

meeting falls around the same time when the First Dáil met 100 years ago. Meetings Administrator, Honor Dunphy confirmed she had previously made enquiries and was made aware that plans are afoot. She said she would follow up her enquiries to find out precisely what is being planned and will come back to Cllr. O’Ryan at a later time with the information.

Traffic calming and pedestrian crossing to be constructed in Ballymacarbry A FUND of €24,000 under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme has enabled the town of Ballymacarbry to have a traffic calming scheme and a pedestrian crossing constructed. There will also be footpath development and signage erected at the location. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that some people have approached him with concerns. He said it is a busy road where there can be a daily movement of up to 40 articulated lorries passing through. District Engineer, Maria Goff said the work will be carried out over a 200 metre stretch of the roadway through Ballymacarbry, which will include footpaths and a pedestrian crossing. A safety audit was carried out and there are a few issues which can be addressed.

“We hope to start working on it in the coming weeks. The benefit will be to reduce speed in the area by narrowing the road width and linking connectivity between the north and south side of the village,” Ms. Goff said. Cllr. O’Ryan asked if speed ramps would be considered? But Ms. Goff said the Council “are not in favour of speed ramps on regional roads”. “It wouldn’t be our policy,” she said. Confirming this, Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said the ideal solution is to narrow the carriageway forcing motorists to slow down. He said there are issues with speed ramps, particularly for the emergency services, as well as noise issues. “Speed ramps would be the least preferred solution, so where we can, we try to avoid those,” Mr. Hynes added.

appoint a full-time doctor and full-time surgery hours as there was previously, and accept nothing less”. “We want a resident doctor and not to become a satellite surgery of a bigger practice with reduced hours,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “The staff at Fourmilewater have been flat out running a

locum GP service which is costing the HSE money to run that service,” he said. “What is the hold up with appointing a full-time GP?” he asked. “If there is a problem, then move onto the next candidate and work with candidates who are willing to work with us,” Cllr. O’Ryan added.

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Public order charge struck out A MAN who paid a donation to the court poor box had a public order charge struck out. Michael John Murphy (31) with an address at Ballinagoul, Ring, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at Colligan View, Dungarvan, on 9th December, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí received a complaint in the early hours of the morning about a man “banging on doors”. “This was at 3.30 a.m. in the morning. Gardaí went to the scene and came across the accused in an intoxicated state,” said Insp. Sheahan. “It appeared the accused had lost his bearings after too much alcohol. “He had to be arrested for his own safety. A fixed charge penalty notice which issued for the offence was never paid.” The accused, who was present in court, represented himself. He has no previous convictions. When Judge Finn asked him why he was behaving in such a manner, the accused replied that at the time, he had just come out of a long-term relationship with someone living in the area. The accused, who said he is in the Defence Forces, told the court that he never received the fixed charge penalty notice, and said it could have been misplaced at the family home, as he is usually based in Cork. The accused paid a donation of €150 to the court poor box and Judge Finn struck out the charge.

Bench warrants issued A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a woman who failed to appear in court last week. Isabella Delany, with an address at Foley’s Lane, Upper Glanmire, Cork, failed to appear at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for the non-payment of a €350 fine which was imposed at the District Court in March, 2016, in relation to a speeding offence.The fine was due to be paid by June, 2016. FAILING to appear in court resulted in a bench warrant being issued for the arrest of a man. Sylwester Mikolajek, with an address at Marine View, Dungarvan, failed to appear at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for the nonpayment of fines for road traffic fines imposed by the District Court in April, 2016 and were due to be paid by October, 2016. The fines included a €100 fine for failing to wear a seat belt; a €100 fine for failing to produce drivers licence at the roadside; a €100 fine for failing to produce NCT certificate; and a €400 fine for driving with no insurance.

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Motorist convicted of driving while under the influence of drugs A WATERFORD man who admitted driving while under the influence of drugs was put off the road for four years. Wayne Erett (35) with an address at 3 Oak Terrace, Lisduggan, Waterford, pleaded guilty to driving while under the influence of an intoxicant (namely cannabis), contrary to Section 4 of the Road Traffic Act, at Coolagh Road, Dungarvan, on 8th December, 2017. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí were operating a Mandatory Intoxication Checkpoint (MIC) at Coolagh Road roundabout, Dungarvan, on the evening of 8th December, 2017.

Drugs charges struck out for Abbeyside man AN Abbeyside man who was found in possession of ecstasy and cannabis had the drugs charges struck out when he paid a donation to the court poor box. Jamie McKelvie (20) with an address at 3 Strandside South, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to possession of ecstasy for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Kyne Park, Abbeyside, on 8th May, 2017. He also pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 8th February, 2017. The case was adjourned for a Probation Service report. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted the report “is favourable”. Solicitor Niall King said his client has €500 in court for the poor box. Judge Finn struck out the charges on payment of the donation.

Insp. Sheahan said Gardaí spoke with the accused who was driving a vehicle and a strong smell of cannabis was detected. “The accused handed over a joint which was partially smoked. He was detained for a fluid specimen, which tested positive for cannabis,” Insp. Sheahan said. The accused was arrested and taken to Dungarvan Garda Station, where a blood sample also showed a positive analysis for cannabis. Insp. Sheahan said a fixed charge penalty notice which issued to the accused for a charge of not having current tax on his vehicle was never paid. The accused has two historic previous

convictions which date back to 2005. The accused, who was in court, told Judge Finn that it was “a silly mistake”. “It will never happen again,” the accused said. The accused said he works as a subcontractor and travels around the country. Judge Finn handed down a €400 fine for the drug driving charge and handed down a mandatory driving disqualification of four years. The driving disqualification was postponed until 1st January, 2019, to allow the accused to make alternative travel arrangements. The tax offence was marked as proven and taken into consideration.

Fine and disqualification for illegal parking in disabled person’s space A DUNGARVAN man whose vehicle was parked illegally in a disabled person’s parking space was fined and disqualified from driving last week. Jonathan Havens, with an address at 65 Town Court, Dungarvan, was convicted of parking his vehicle in a disabled person’s parking space without a valid permit at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 8th March, 2018.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was told that on the date in question, Gardaí came across the vehicle, which is registered to the accused. A fixed charge penalty notice which issued for the offence was never paid. On convicting the accused, Judge Finn imposed a €500 fine for the parking offence, along with a three month driving disqualification.

Man who stole jeans has case adjourned A MAN who entered a local shop and stole clothing had his case adjourned to pay compensation. Paul Harty (37) with an address at Shandon halting site, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Dealz, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 26th August, 2018. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused entered Dealz and took two pairs of jeans,

stuffed them inside his clothing and left the store without paying. The incident was captured on CCTV. The value of the jeans came to a total of €29.50 in value. Insp. Sheahan said the jeans were not recovered. Harty has previous convictions. Solicitor Niall King said his client is well known to the court. He said his client had a ‘break out’ with alcohol at the time. “He has no recollection of the

incident,” Mr. King said. “He is taking steps again to deal with his alcohol addiction.” Mr. King said his client is staying with his brother and has no compensation in court as he is paying bills. “My client says he will get the compensation together. He is alcohol free at the moment.” Judge Terence Finn adjourned the case to 24th October, 2018, for the accused to gather compensation for the shop and for imposition of penalty.

A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a Dungarvan man who didn’t appear in court last week. Padraig Kirwan, with an address at 18 Congress Villas, Dungarvan, failed to appear at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for non-payment of a €333 fine which was imposed by the District Court in September, 2016, in relation to a road traffic offence (non-display of a current tax disc). The fine was due to be paid by November, 2016. A BENCH warrant for the arrest of a Waterford man was issued last week. John Quilligan, with an address at 2 Gracedieu, Carrickpherish, Waterford, failed to appear at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for non-payment of a €350 fine which was imposed by the District Court in July, 2016, in relation to a road traffic offence (exceeding a 100 km/h speed limit).The fine was due to be paid by October, 2016. A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a woman who failed to appear in court last week. Edel Flynn (35) with an address at 15 Keating Street, Dungarvan, failed to appear at last week’s Dungarvan District Court in relation to a charge of allegedly giving false information (that an offence had been committed) at Dungarvan Garda Station on 2nd November, 2017.

Bernadette Drohan, Waterford City & County Council; Pat Moore, Gold Coast Hotel, and Honor Byrne, Cliff House Hotel, pictured at the Tourism Providers Event organised by Dungarvan Tourism at Ardmore Open Farm & Glamping Pods and sponsored by the Local Enterprise Office, Waterford. [Dan McGrath]

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Gourmet House coffee blend to hit SuperValu shelves By Paul Mooney COFFEE lovers across the county will be delighted to know that they can now take home with them the unique flavour of Gourmet House coffee as it becomes available on SuperValu’s shelves from next week. Proprietor Orlaith Brady started up Gourmet House barista coffee shop and tea room nearly three years ago and since then, it has gone from strength to strength, offering the people of Dungarvan a bespoke, in-house blend of coffee, which has proved very popular with customers. Gourmet House is the only café in Waterford City and County that has its own blend of coffee. “We are dedicated to making great coffee consistently,” said Orlaith, who is passionate about coffee. Orlaith’s artisan coffee blend is another ‘string to the bow’ for Dungarvan’s reputation as a ‘foodie destination’, as the town is renowned across the country for fine food and artisan delicacies produced locally. Originally, when Orlaith opened the Gourmet House, she had intended to roast her own coffee beans on site, but due to the scale of the machine involved and space needed, that idea was scrapped.

Pictured is Orlaith Brady, proprietor of the Gourmet House, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, with a tin of her unique in-house coffee blend. ‘Gourmet House Coffee’ will go on sale in SuperValu stores around Waterford from next week. But Orlaith did not give up on her ambition to have her own blended coffee. It all began in Orlaith’s kitchen with a grinder. She obtained single origin coffee beans and put together a recipe on what the Irish palette would like. “The Irish palette for coffee would be different to Italian and

French palettes,” Orlaith said. “I did my research on what people in Ireland liked and why certain coffees were selling.” After she put her blend together, she made contact with a lady in Carrick-on-Shannon who specialises in roasting coffee. Orlaith’s recipe was sent off for roasting and testing and so was

Book issues at Councillor wants December Comeragh meeting for Comeragh area COMERAGH Municipal ing of Comeragh Council, Cllr. libraries District Council has been asked Michael J. O’Ryan suggested that to consider holding a December there should be a December increased meeting this year. meeting and suggested alternative The Comeragh Council such as the third week of over Summer meetings are always held on the dates, December. He expressed worry fourth Monday of the month, about the Winter weather at that months meaning that usually in time, which he said he hoped LIBRARIES in the Comeragh area reported that book issues increased during the Summer months - in some cases by threefold, according to a report presented to the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy noted the reports from Kilmacthomas and Portlaw Libraries. “I’m delighted to see the libraries were being utilised particularly over the Summer months,” Cllr. Murphy said. He noted that book issues increased by threefold in some cases, which he said was likely due to the Summer Reading Challenge for children. “It is a great scheme and my own children were involved in it,” Cllr. Murphy said. “It is great to see children involved in more reading during the Summer.” Cllr. Murphy also noted that internet PC hours available and internet sessions also increased during the Summer.

December, their meeting would fall around Christmas, so no meeting is held. However, at the recent meet-

wouldn’t be too severe. He asked the Council Executive to examine his proposal.

Engineer to check for specific grants to erect ‘L’ number signs THE Senior Roads Engineer is to contact the Transport Department to see if there is any grant available to complete the programme of numbering local roads. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that the ‘L’ numbers on local roads were very useful for people, particularly in identifying roads in MapAlerter, if a road is closed. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said there was a specific grant several years ago to put the

‘L’ number signs on local roads off the national primary and regional roads. He said he would contact the Department to see if there are any specific grants available, agreeing that the L number signs “would be beneficial, particularly with MapAlerter to identify any road diversions for people”. Cllr. Seanie Power supported Cllr. O’Ryan’s call for the L signs to be erected around the rest of the local roads in the Comeragh area.

born the exclusive Gourmet House blend of coffee. It was earlier in the year when Orlaith pitched her coffee blend to SuperValu’s ‘Food Academy Programme’, which was accepted. Orlaith said she is delighted that her special blend of coffee will be joining other artisan cof-

fees on the shelves of SuperValu under the ‘Food Academy Programme’ which supports local producers by working with and nurturing small businesses through their journey from startup to getting their products on the shelves. “The product - Gourmet House Coffee - should be on the shelves in the SuperValu stores around Waterford from next week.” Orlaith said that the coffee will also be available at selected artisan stores, as well as at The Gourmet House café. The coffee is uniquely packaged in a recyclable, reuseable tin - which Orlaith says, are components that many people are looking for now. “The coffee will also be available in pouch form so people can refill their tin. The coffee will be available in wholebean and ground,” Orlaith said. Coffee drinking / coffee culture has surged in Ireland over the past number of years as Irish people take their coffee more seriously, like our Europeans cousins on the Continent. According to recent figures, one in three Irish people now buys a coffee at least once a day an increase of ten percent on the previous year (2017 survey by Allegra World for UCC Coffee Ireland). According to a UCC survey, 70 percent of Irish people now drink more than one cup of coffee a day; while they predict that

the overall market for coffee in Ireland will grow by seven percent over the next five years. Orlaith agrees there is a shifting tide in relation to coffee drinking in Ireland. “The whole ethos of our socialising has changed and so coffee has become the ‘new beer’ in a sense,” said Orlaith.“But coffee is king now.” A report by Euromonitor acknowledges this fact, particularly amongst the younger generations. The report also describes Irish coffee consumers as “increasingly sophisticated and knowledgeable” which has “weakened the appeal of instant coffee in favour of more specialised coffees”. Orlaith also agreed with this, saying that coffee has improved in this country - “so, it’s like wine, people have become aware of what good coffee is and what they like for their palette”. Gourmet House is based at 3 Grattan Square, Dungarvan. Call in for a cuppa and try their amazing coffee, along with all the locally sourced breads, cheese, meats, vegetables, eggs, milk, and many more key ingredients to ensure a mouth watering taste with every bite, whether it’s a filled and toasted sourdough sandwich, quiche, homemade breakfast scone, sausage rolls, soups, salads, or an exquisite chocolate / coffee cake or cream bun. You can also find them on Facebook.

Safety measures sought for road which becomes slippy after rain A COUNCILLOR has sought the local authority to carry out some work on a road in the Knocknamullig area of the Comeragh District to ensure there are no collisions, after it came to his attention that the road can become very slippy after rain. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said work was carried out on the road at Knocknamullig last year to raise the height of the road. He described the road as being on a continuous bend and can become “very black after a shower

of rain”. He suggested the Council should consider putting down chip on the surface. However, Gabriel Hynes, Senior Engineer, said the window for surface dressing roads has now passed at this time of year. “If you surface a road at this stage, it probably wouldn’t stay, given the low temperatures,” Mr. Hynes said. “We’ll have a look and see what measures we can do there - it may be additional signage for the moment, but we’ll come back to you about it,” Mr. Hynes added.

Road strengthening in Portlaw WATERFORD Council have started civil works and macadam strengthening works between Coffey’s Corner and Coolfin Meadow in Portlaw. Cllr. Seanie Power told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that the road was “pretty bad there” following recent works by Irish Water. District Engineer, Maria Goff said the Council is due to carry

out macadam strengthening works at the location. She confirmed that Irish Water was working in the area, but they have now finished their works. “So we will start civil works later this week, along with drainage works and undergrounding of services in that area,” Ms. Goff said. KILMACTHOMAS Meanwhile, Cllr. Power said the road “is sinking” between St.

Declan’s College, Kilmacthomas and St. Ann’s Terrace. He said it is a very busy road, but it’s in a bad way. Ms. Goff said that road strengthening works will be carried out from the junction at St. Declan’s school to up to St. Ann’s Terrace. “If there are any other issues further up that road, we’ll have a look at them as well,” Ms. Goff assured.

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Sloe-ly does it By Mandy Tompkins ALTHOUGH Blackthorn is a common and widespread native Shrub which is found in Hedgerows right across Ireland, it is often confused with Hawthorn. Blackthorn flowers first, typically between March and April, when five pure white petalled flowers, with orange antlers and green centres appear. The Blackthorn flowers are singular instead of in bunches and appear BEFORE the leaves. Another distinguishing feature is that the Blackthorn has dark coloured bark and long, hard, sharp thorns. Hawthorn, on the other hand, flowers during April and May, when copious five petalled pure white flowers appear in clusters, AFTER the leaves have emerged. Hawthorn has grey bark, and its thorns are not as long or sharp. Hawthorn has a sicky sweet scent, whereas Blackthorn blossoms smell faintly of Almonds. A member of the Rose family and growing up to five metres high, Blackthorn has a mass of tangled branches and long, sharp spines upon the twigs which provide ideal nesting and breeding sites away from predators for Birds and small Mammals, including the Hedgehog. The Blackthorn has both male and female reproductive parts on each individual flower, and the early blossoms are useful in providing nectar and pollen for newly emerging Bees, Moths and Butterflies. Caterpillars feed upon the dull green, oval leaves, which have jagged edges and appear in rosettes. By the time the fruit appears the leaves have usually fallen off during the Autumn. Pictured at the Launch of Wear What You Wish are Niamh Briggs (fulfilled wish to play for her Country), Ken McGrath (jokingly wishing he played for Kilkenny!!) Mary and Ollie from the Breakfast Blaa AKA Batgirl and Superman and little pirates Kayla and James. [Noel Browne]

WLRfm challenges local businesses and schools to dress up for wishes WLR FM has partnered with Make-AWish® Ireland for Wear What You Wish on Thursday, 25th October, 2018. The Big Breakfast Blaa on WLR FM are calling on all workplaces, schools and clubs to host a fancydress day in aid of Make-A-Wish Ireland. Participants will raise money by dressing up as what they wished to be when they were growing up, or what they wish to be when they finally do! All funds raised will go towards granting wishes to children with serious illnesses. Local sport stars Ken McGrath and Niamh Briggs attended the launch of the event in the jerseys they dreamt of wearing as children.

Niamh said, “my wish has always been to wear the green for Irish Rugby. Not all wishes come true, but by dressing up for Make-A-Wish on Thursday, 25th October, you can help grant wishes to seriously ill children across Ireland.” Make-A-Wish Ireland grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, bringing hope, strength and happiness. Since 1992, Make-A-Wish has granted wishes for more than 2,300 brave children across Ireland, including 221 wishes granted in 2017 alone. A wish granted is true magic for the child, providing respite from their normal routines of hospitals, doctors and

treatment. Make-A-Wish does not receive any Government funding and relies overwhelmingly on the kindness of the Irish public to continue granting wishes. Each morning from 15th to 19th October, The Big Breakfast Blaa on WLR FM will be talking to the families of local children who have had their wishes granted about the impact Make-A-Wish has had on their lives. Those interested in participating can register on www.makeawish.ie and download a fundraising pack. The Make-A-Wish team will also be on hand to deliver sponsorship packs to local businesses and schools.

Disney movie jigsaw to go on display during Coffee Morning fundraiser Sloes have been around for centuries and resemble small Damsons, but they are extremely bitter and sour, and are not eaten directly by humans, although they are savoured by birds. Sloes have an intense plum taste and they are the grand mother of the cultivated garden plum. They are used primarily to make sloe gin, poteen, jellies and syrups. Sloes contain Vitamin C. In ancient times a tea made of the flowers was both a tonic and a laxative, whilst a tea made using the leaves, with added honey, soothed sore throat ailments such as Laryngitis and Tonsillitis. Blackthorns strong, sturdy wood has long been used for making shillelaghs. This knotted walking stick has a large club on the top and is also known as a cudgel. Blackthorn has long been associated with witchcraft, and it is said that witches wands and broomsticks are fashioned from its dark wood.

THIS coming Saturday morning, 20th October, a 40,000+ jigsaw puzzle will go on display at Cappoquin Community Centre as part of a Coffee and Tea Morning fundraiser in aid of Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland. The event is being organised by Linda Foley, from Shanbally, Cappoquin, who painstakingly put together the jigsaw over a period of seven months. The large scale jigsaw is made up of ten scenes from Disney movies. Linda completed the jigsaw puzzle in ten parts (each 4,000 pieces). She will put the jigsaw

together for display during the Coffee Morning fundraiser, from 10.00 a.m. to 12 noon. Linda said the fundraiser is also being held in memory of her Godchild, Clodagh Cummins. All are very welcome to attend and donations will be gratefully accepted on the day. All money raised will go towards Ronald McDonald House in Crumlin, Dublin, which provides accommodation and a caring and supportive environment for families whose children are seriously ill and are hospitalised or undergoing medical treatment at Our Lady’s

Children’s Hospital, Crumlin, Dublin. After the fundraiser, Linda will be seeking a home for the entire jigsaw (40,000+ pieces) which

measures two metres by seven metres (7ft by 23ft). She said she would like to see it go to some place where children are around, or perhaps a children’s charity. Linda Foley, from Shanbally, Cappoquin, pictured with one of the completed jigsaw puzzles to go on display this coming Saturday at Cappoquin Community Centre.

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Anecdotal evidence that ‘Air bnb’ is impacting on availability of rental accommodation ANECDOTAL evidence suggests that worldwide accommodation company ‘Air bnb’ is having an impact on the availability of rental accommodation in towns like Kilmacthomas, Dungarvan, Tramore and Dunmore East, which in turn is adding to the housing crisis the country is in. Cathaoirleach Cllr. Ray Murphy told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that he noticed from his monthly clinics in Kilmacthomas that there is a severe shortage of rental accommodation for people - particularly since the Greenway opened. “A lot of people are now facing end of term on their rental contracts and they can’t find properties because of the Greenway - there is a lot of accommodation in the private sector which is being used for the tourism sector,” Cllr. Murphy said. He said Kilmacthomas is an area the Council will have to address in regards to social housing. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said anecdotal evidence has come to his attention that Air bnb is having an impact on the availability of rental accommodation in Kilmacthomas and other towns like Dungarvan, Tramore and Dunmore East. “Unfortunately, that is the downside of having an area that is attractive to tourists, because Air bnb is an option for property owners,” Mr. Grimes said. NO LANDBANKS IN KILMAC’ FOR SOCIAL HOUSING Cllr. Liam Brazil said he is continually

going to ask the question until he gets a satisfactory answer - of when will Kilmac’ get social housing. “The government says there is funding for social housing, but we need a landbank to get that funding - we have no landbank in Kilmac’ so that means Kilmac’ will never get a social house,” Cllr. Brazil said. Mr. Grimes indicated that if the Council was to try and buy land to address social housing demand, it would quickly eat into their funding reserves. He said money spent on land and building houses is recouped in arrears from the Department and they could be waiting more than two years to recoup that money. “That is the current funding model for local authorities,” Mr. Grimes said. “We will take delivery of more than 120 social housing units this year,” he revealed. “Unfortunately, 12 units being built at Coolfin, Portlaw, will not be delivered until the first half of next year.” Cllr. Brazil said it “isn’t good enough” the Director of Services was telling Councillors that the Council “can’t afford” to buy land and build social housing. “All I want is about three acres surely if land is around €11,000 or €12,000 an acre we could afford it because if we can’t buy land in Kilmac’, the town will never again see a new social house,” he said. “I don’t think it’s good enough, we have to do something. There is no point in me asking you questions and you

telling me the same answer - what can we do to get funding for houses in Kilmacthomas? We have to have a landbank in Kilmacthomas, because if we don’t then we are going nowhere.” Mr. Grimes replied: “Councillor, if you can identify serviced land that is available on the market for me, we’ll certainly look at it”. “But, as of now, the land we have in Kilmacthomas, approximately two acres the advice I have that in its current condition it would be unsuitable for residential development,” Mr. Grimes said. OVER TEN PERCENT OF HOUSES IN KILMAC’ ARE VACANT He pointed out that over ten percent of houses in Kilmcathomas are vacant. “For me, that represents an opportunity for us, as a Council, to use schemes available to us to either purchase those vacant houses, or bring them in under long-term leases and use them for social housing,” Mr. Grimes said. “It would be more cost effective to use existing vacant houses and bring them back into use, rather than going off and incurring significant expenditure buying land and building new houses. That’s just my opinion in terms of options available to us and we should seek to use those,” Mr. Grimes added. Cllr. Seanie Power said it was hard to blame the people in Dublin who were occupying vacant properties in Dublin. “Driving around Waterford City and County, there are loads of vacant houses,” Cllr. Power said. “And, it is probably the quickest way

out of fixing the housing problem.” He said by using vacant houses, you are also tidying it up and taking the bad vacant look from it, while also housing someone. “It is a shame to see these vacant places around when people are desperately looking for houses,” Cllr. Power added. WATERFORD AT THE FOREFRONT IN TACKLING VACANT PROPERTIES Mr. Grimes said Waterford Council “is at the forefront of tackling vacant properties”. He said there are a number of options open to the Council such as the repair and lease scheme - “we’ve already tenanted 20 units under that scheme and there are another 50 / 60 units which we expect to be signed up in the coming months”. Mr. Grimes encouraged the public to report vacant premises to the Council. “We can then approach the owners to see if they are interested in either selling the property to us or leasing the property to us,” he said. Mr. Grimes said the repair and lease scheme “has very attractive terms for owners of vacant properties, where they can get an interest-free loan and guaranteed rental income for up to 20 years”. He said the scheme does seem to me to be a good opportunity to bring those vacant properties back into use and address the housing need in the district. FAMILIES UNDER PRESSURE Cllr. John O’Leary said he is receiving calls from families who are under pres-

New lights in Clonea Power WORK will continue for another couple of weeks in Clonea Power to connect up new lighting in the village. Cllr. Seanie Power complimented the Council on the new lights which were erected in the

village recently. He told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that the lights look brilliant and make the village “look fabulous” and complimented the work of all involved, including

the residents and Council staff. District Engineer Maria Goff said an electrical contractor was working there recently on some connections and she expected the ESB to be on site soon to work on further connections.

She said they would also be undergrounding the services at the location. “They will be working for another two to three weeks, but we’ll try and push it on as best we can,” Ms. Goff said.

Drainage works key to ensuring road structure remains intact DRAINAGE works on the county’s roads is key to ensuring the road structure remains intact and doesn’t crumble away leaving pot holes. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District

Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil asked if the drainage works programme would continue? He said the works help to take the water off the road, which will help avoid pot holes in the long term.

Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes confirmed the drainage works programme would continue. “It is key to ensuring our road structure remains intact and it’s key to ensuring we don’t

get pot holes occurring,” Mr. Hynes said. He added that drainage is the key and the Council is focusing on that, to take the water off the roads which will ensure that the road surface survives.

Council official to enquire about possible funding for graveyard mapping SENIOR Executive Officer, Environment, Ray Moloney is to make enquiries about possible funding for mapping of a graveyard.

Cllr. Liam Brazil told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that he was approached recently by a group of people who were inter-

ested in mapping a local graveyard. He was enquiring if there was any funding available to help them with this work. Mr. Moloney said there was no

funding under Environment, but he would check with the Heritage Officer to see if there are any heritage grants forthcoming.

sure because their landlords are ending their rental contract, meaning the families have no where to go. “I’ve been onto the housing department in relation to a number of these cases and the news is not good. But, there doesn’t seem to be any end to it,” Cllr. O’Leary said. “It is a very serious situation.” He said the government’s announcement after announcement on housing over the last number of years “is not solving the situation”. “Homeless people are increasing and people are finding it difficult to maintain a roof over their heads. It is a nightmare for people trying to get houses.” Cllr. O’Leary also questioned the funding model used by local authorities, where money is recouped in arrears from the Department. Mr. Grimes said that is the funding model for all local authorities. PURCHASE OF TURNKEY DEVELOPMENTS However, Mr. Grimes said the Council has managed to circumnavigate the bureaucracy of the government departments in an ingenious move to deliver social housing by purchasing turnkey developments. “We ask developers who have received planning permission for housing developments to enter into an agreement with us, where we would buy all, or some, of the houses once they are developed - that is the quickest way around it and that is what has enabled us to deliver over 100 new units this year,” Mr. Grimes revealed.

Council to continue with junction sightline improvement works WATERFORD Council will continue with low cost safety measures to improve sightlines at dangerous junctions. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil asked if the Council would continue to make safe dangerous junctions around the Comeragh area. He said there should also be a stipulation in the agreement between the Council and the landowner, that the landowner can’t come back after the safety works and replant hedgerows. “We are defeating the purpose straight away,” Cllr. Brazil said. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said grants for low cost

safety works gives the Council the opportunity to tackle junctions and areas with poor sightlines. He assured that the Council applies for funding on a continuous basis for that work and there are a total of ten schemes for the city and county this year, three of which are in the Comeragh area. “Where we have funding available for low cost safety measures, we’ll progress the work on improving sightlines at various junctions - the key to that is co-operation from the landowner - that the landowner will give us their fence free of charge, to set it back and to be replaced with a post and wire fence,” Mr. Hynes said.

Work begins for new roundabout in Portlaw WORK has commenced to construct a roundabout at the Carrick Road / Connolly Road junction in Portlaw. Cllr. Ray Murphy, Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council was informed by District Engineer, Maria Goff at a recent meeting of the District Council, that macadam surfacing work will begin sometime in October. TRAFFIC AND SPEED Meanwhile, Cllr. Murphy warned that there appears to be a significant increase in traffic and speed lately along the Priest’s Road in Portlaw. “A lot of people are using this road as an entrance into the town. There is a speed limit of 80 km/h for some of the road, which then reverts back to 50 km/h. Perhaps increased signage could address this issue” he asked. Ms. Goff said she would examine putting additional signage along that road.

Council to rethink ‘shedding’ sheds policy for Alms Houses By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is to “revisit” the policy of not providing a rear garden shed with the four new Alms houses close to being finished in Tallow. Housing Officer Derek Lyons supported the move at the requests of Cathaoirleach John Pratt at October’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting. Cllr. Pratt argued that the extra cost would be “minimal.” Mr. Lyons did not clarify why the sheds were not included in the original design, other than it seemed to be “policy” and observed that “in the old days” it would have been routine. Earlier, Cllr. Pratt had urged the council not to leave the units empty for too long after their completion and also asked that “Councillors in that locality” be kept informed of the what criteria would decide who was allocated the houses. He said it was important that those who acquired “will get on together”, especially as there would be considerable shared space regarding parking, etc. Mr. Lyons said the Council was “acutely aware of the kind of lettings they are and the need for the type of personnel required for those houses.” He agreed to keep Councillors “informed on policy and how we deal with applicants.”

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Chief Fire Officer satisfied with recruitment numbers in West Waterford By Christy Parker WATERFORD Chief Fire Officer Niall Curtin says the service is “generally full on requisite number of firefighters” in the west of the county. Replying to an inquiry from

Cathaoirleach John Pratt, the officer told October’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting that Ardmore alone was one person short and that position was due to be advertised shortly. Mr. Curtin also informed that

the service had recently held a competition for recruitment in Lismore to supplement numbers and he expected “a number of candidates” would be moving the next stage of recruitment soon.” Cllr. Damien Geoghegan

wondered if the Fire Service ever reported or prosecuted false/malicious calls to stations. The officer said when sufficient information is available from its control centre, it is passed on to Gardaí and prosecutions are pursues where possible.

Unfortunately, in many cases “the “nature of the call doesn’t bring us towards that”, he concluded. Cllr. Geoghegan said he found it “sickening” that anyone would call out the emergency services under false pretension.

Reports being prepared for Military Road and Ballylemon By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council hopes to have a feasibility report prepared for Transport Infrastructure Ireland) (TII) by the end of the year with a view towards acquiring funding for upgrading four junctions on Military Road, near Dungarvan. The Council is preparing a similar report for TII in regard to Ballylemon, on the N72 some four kilometres distant. Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes told October’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting that the Council needs to establish the best and most cost effective solution for Military Road. This, he explained in technical terms, came down to either a) acquiring land on both sides of the junction in order to regulate the sight distances or b) to look at offsetting the junctions to get the stagger and also to acquire land acquisition. The engineer said TII was committed to funding both reports, which would then go into a TII ‘minor works programme’ for appraisal. Cllr. Tom Cronin said Military Road and Ballylemon had been raised by Councillors for up to 19 years and still a hump on the Ballylemon road needed removing and the sight lines at junctions

coming onto Military road needed to be rectified. Mr. Hynes agreed that the ridge on the Ballylemon road needed removing but the report needed updating in order to ascertain the most cost effective approach. SOFT SUBSOIL Cllr. Pat Nugent said there had been several surveys done “costing hundreds of thousands” of euros. He said Ballylemon was “already staggered” and also reminded that the crest on the road leading from Cappoquin needed to be removed. He said there would be no hard rock excavation needed as it was of sandy infrastructure. He predicted fatalities on both routes unless a remedy was applied soon. Summarising, Mr. Hynes described Military Road as one of TII’s “legacy national primary roads”, which together would require “billions” to upgrade. Towards this eventual achievement, councils needed to prepare reports, look at the cost benefits in detail and then, if a scheme is sustainable it is progressed by TII. “We are at the first stage of that”, he recapped adding optimistically that “this is the first time that TII has recognised the situation and is engaging with us.” He reminded Cllr. Nugent that he could raise the matter with TII representatives at a scheduled meeting next month.

Youghal man flying high as new CEO of Aer Lingus By Christy Parker HAVING for years kept Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary in the winner’s enclosure by supplying him with top jumps jockey Davy Russell for his string of racehorses, Youghal has now upped the pace with the appointment of local man Seán Doyle as CEO of Aer Lingus. The 47 year-old is the son of former Garda sergeant Willie Youghal native, Seán Doyle who has been appointed as the new CEO of Doyle and his wife Bríd, who Aer Lingus. live in the Front Strand. His sisters are Niamh and Fionnuala, executive vice-president and America, the Caribbean and who work in London and general manager of the Bermuda. He has led efforts to Americas division at British develop successful joint busiDublin respectively. A former pupil and Youghal Airways Plc (UK) since ness between British Airways, American Airlines, Finnair and CBS and a UCC graduate, September 2013. Sean’s role has seen him Iberia. Sean joined British Airways in The Youghal man takes up 1998 and in 2016 was manage sales and marketing appointed to that airline’s exec- with responsibility for British his new post with Aer Lingus utive management committee. Airways' wide-ranging com- from January 1st, from whence As head of business planning mercial dealings in the USA, he will make every post a winand strategy, he has served as Canada, Mexico, South ning one no doubt.

J.J. Fitzgerald, Claddagh Cottages; Siobhan Fitzgerald, Claddagh Cottages, and Tony Gallagher, Blackwater River Cruises, pictured at the Tourism Providers Event at Ardmore Open Farm & Glamping Pods and sponsored by the Local Enterprise Office, Waterford. [Dan McGrath]

David McCoy, Visit Waterford; Aidan Quirke, Round Tower Hotel, and Tony Gallagher, Blackwater River Cruises, pictured at the Tourism Providers Event at Ardmore Open Farm & Glamping Pods and sponsored by the Local Enterprise Office, Waterford. [Dan McGrath]

Trees troubling houses near N25 in Dungarvan By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is awaiting a horticulturist’s report before deciding how to respond to fears that trees are undermining the foundations of houses and infrastructure bordering part the N25, particularly between Dungarvan’s Spring and Youghal roundabouts. The issue was broached by Cllr. Damien Geoghegan at October’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting, where he instanced Lisfennel as an area particularly affected. The councillor said they were “large trees” and according to reports were “damaging foot-

paths and break pipes and so on.” Environment Officer Ray Moloney replied that a report into the matter – as well as into weakened trees in Lismore – had been concluded and the Council was meeting the consultant that coming week. He would thereafter update the Councillors. Earlier, Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell has complained that the trees between the roundabouts were blocking the public lights. “You may as well not have any public lights on account of it”, he advised helpfully. Mr. Moroney agreed to investigate.

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Graduation Ceremony - Waterford Wexford Training Services (WWETB)

James Flavin pictured with John Cassidy (WWETB) at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

LEARNERS from across a number of courses delivered by Waterford and Wexford Training Services were awarded their graduation certificates in Dungarvan on Thursday, 27th September. The graduates qualified in a range of disciplines including Reception and Frontline Office Skills, Training Needs Identification and Design, Manual and Computerised Payroll and Bookkeeping, First Aid Responder, Fork Lift Truck Operator (RTITB), ECDL, Palliative Care and Infection Prevention and Control. In his presentation of graduation certificates at the Park Hotel, John Cassidy said, "It is always fantastic to celebrate a milestone like today's graduation; everyone at Waterford Wexford Training Services would like to congratulate all of the graduates on their hard work and offer every good wish for their future ambitions, they should be very proud of what they have accomplished.â&#x20AC;? The graduates were awarded certificates for their study; the learners have completed full-time

day and night courses, others include those who have chosen to return to study and a number of part-time night class students were also awarded. A variety of courses suitable for many different learners

including jobseekers, people entering the workforce for the first time, early school leavers, people with disabilities, those wishing to change careers and people looking to refresh their knowledge or gain new skills are

delivered by Waterford Wexford Education and Training Board, for further details see www.wwetbtraining.ie and www.fetchcourses.ie or www.facebook.com/WaterfordWexford-Training-Services

WWETB staff and their guests pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Amanda Tomkins from Aglish pictured with John Cassidy (WWETB) at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Theresa Rousseau from Kilmacthomas and John Cassidy (WWETB) pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch]

Back row: John Cassidy (WWETB), Avril Power, Samantha Campbell, Mark Fennessy, Sheila Harty, Theresa Rousseau and Ken Whyte (WWETB). Front row: Caroline Crotty, Catherine O'Neill (Tutor) and Rosemary Jones pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

David Ind from Lismore and John Cassidy (WWETB) pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of [David Clynch Photography] Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

Ozzy Lukavicius from Dungarvan and John Cassidy (WWETB) pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation [David Clynch Photography] of Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

Rosemary Jones from Ardmore and John Cassidy (WWETB) pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation [David Clynch Photography] of Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

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Top honours for Mace Stores at the National Q Mark Awards A golden year for the business Oscars of quality and excellence KNOWN as The Oscars of Business Excellence,The Q Mark Award is the highest accolade an Irish business can achieve, given both the intense competition and the exacting standards required. Speaking at this year’s awards Irene Collins, Managing Director of EIQA said “Companies who achieve a National Q Mark Award nomination are fully immersed in continuous improvement. There’s no end point where they can rest on their laurels, and that includes digging deep into their Hygiene and Food Safety Management System (FSMS) and asking themselves and their colleagues if there are ways to improve how they use it. The Q Mark Award nomination clearly tells their customer’s that the highest standards

of Quality and Excellence are at the heart of their business”. The National Q Mark Awards 2018 were presented by EIQA and officiated by Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys TD. The Master of Ceremonies on the night was inimitable broadcaster Jonathan Healy and almost 600 people representing 140 companies attended the formal black-tie ceremony. The evening was filled with celebration but also a heady anticipation as many familiar faces waited for the final results to be announced. Headline sponsors this year were eTravel,Virgin Atlantic and the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Award sponsors included Noel Recruitment, Skillsteam,

Marie Doyle Henry from the EIQA pictured with Michael and Joan Houlihan from Mace Houlihan Lismore at The National Q Mark Awards, Dublin. [Conor McCabe Photography]

Shelflife Magazine, JBM Merit Solutions, Solus, Asystec, Bluemoon Communications and The Irish Independent. Funds were raised on the night for CanTeen Ireland and were much appreciated and celebrations went on into the early hours. EIQA (Excellence Ireland Quality Association) has been the Irish National Quality Association since 1968. They currently audit the standards of thousands of organisations and businesses both in Ireland and Internationally. EIQA is known as the ‘Guardian’ of The Q Mark which identifies its various certifications, namely: The Q Mark for Hygiene & Food Safety, The Q Mark for Quality Management Systems, The Q Mark for Nursing Homes,The Q Mark for Leisure Centres,The Q Mark for Accessibility (ABLE) MACE HOULIHAN – LISMORE MACE Houlihan – Lismore was nominated for a prestigious Q Mark Award for Hygiene and Food Safety at this year’s National Q Mark Awards. This nomination means they were in the top 6.75% of all audits completed by the EIQA on the island of Ireland. The coveted Q Mark is awarded only to companies who achieve the highest standards of quality and excellence. This was a very special year for the Q Mark Awards as the Excellence Ireland Quality Association (EIQA) celebrate 50 years trading. MACE Ballyrafter Service

Soraid McEntee from the EIQA pictured with Declan O’Shea and Carol Power from Garvey’s Centra Coolagh at The National Q Mark Awards, Dublin. Known as The Oscars of Business Excellence and celebrating 50 years, The Q Mark Award is the highest accolade an Irish business can achieve, given both the intense competition and the exacting standards required. [Conor McCabe Photography] Station is situated in the beautiful heritage town of Lismore. Co. Waterford. It is a family run forecourt & convenience store business and currently employ 26 staff on a full & part time basis. Michael Houlihan said “We continually strive to maintain & improve food safety standards so to deliver the best possible safe food to our customers. This is a fantastic result and proof that hard work pays off ”

Pip & Pear wins National Best Baby Food Award! PIP and Pear Chilled Baby Food has won the highly coveted Boots Maternity and Infant’s ‘Best Baby Food Award’. The natural and award winning range for baby is fast becoming a staple product for time pressed parents across Ireland. The Boots Maternity & Infant Awards celebrate the best products and brands in the industry as well as the unsung heroes who go that extra mile to support their families. The awards are based on a public vote as well as expert testing from both leaders in the industry and also real families who over the summer months trialed and tested hundreds of products around the country. Pip and Pear proved their fantastic quality and taste as they beat major brand leaders that were also shortlisted in this category. “We are over the moon to win these awards as we were up against such tough competition. Winning these awards brings so much motivation and pride to the entire team!” Irene excitedly announced. Pip & Pear Chilled Baby Food is just like homemade with each pot containing up to two of baby’s five a day fruit and vegetable portions. The award winning dishes are gently cooked using top quality ingredients including Organic Fruit and Vegetables, Bord Bia Approved Irish Beef, Lamb and Chicken and the range contains no added salt, sugar or additives. Using Irene’s home cooked recipes to create dishes such as Lamb Tagine and Chicken Lickin Casserole, the dishes introduce exciting ingredients to babies and toddlers for time pressed parents, offering all of the goodness and none of the guilt. The Pip and Pear range is available in the dairy fridge of Tesco stores nationwide and is also available in selected Dunnes Stores, Eurospar and SuperValu stores across Ireland.

GARVEY'S CENTRA COOLAGH Garvey's Centra Coolagh was nominated for a prestigious Q Mark Award for Hygiene and Food Safety at this year’s National Q Mark Awards. This nomination means they were in the top 6.75% of all audits completed by the EIQA on the island of Ireland. The coveted Q Mark is awarded only to companies who achieve the highest standards of

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quality and excellence. This was a very special year for the Q Mark Awards as the Excellence Ireland Quality Association (EIQA) celebrate 50 years trading. Garvey's Centra Coolagh is a forecourt and convenience shop specialising in fresh food-to-go. “I am delighted to see our hard work is paying off and I am very proud of our achievement” said Carol Power, Food Safety Champion.

WATERFORD Council has altered the trading hours for the civic amenity site at Ballinamuck, near Dungarvan, to enable management at the centre to conduct paper work more diligently. Environment Officer Ray Moloney furnished the explanation at October’s DungarvanLismore Municipality meeting on request from Cllr. Damien Geoghegan. Mr. Moloney said it follows an internal audit that found a need to “improve our

financial record keeping.” Rather than the previous 9.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. regime, the facility will now operate from 8.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, except for 1.00 p.m. – 1.30 p.m. lunchbreak. Friday’s hours are same except for 3.00 p.m. closing. Saturday’s hours are 9.00 a.m. – 12.30 p.m.” Closed Sundays and bank holidays; tele: 058–43358. Mr. Moloney said the new hours would permit an extra half hour at the day’s end for “paper work to match the requirements of the audit report.

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John Dwyer Trad Weekend 2018 Friday, 19th October 8.00 p.m. Opening concert. Venue: St. Patrick's Gateway Centre. A celebration of traditional music from the Déise. This very special night will feature a host of traditional music and song from all corners of Waterford city and county. Performing on the night will be internationally renowned uilleann piper Jimmy O’Brien Moran, respected traditional singers Ciarán Ó Gealbháin, fiddle trio Seán Ó Fearghail, Paddy Tutty and Neill Byrne, the talented Tramore sisters Rebecca and Jana McCarthy-Kent and the vibrant up-and-coming young band from An Rinn “Nuadán.” 10.00 p.m. Pub sessions in various venues. Saturday, 20th October 11.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. Music and dance workshops. Venue:

Gaelscoil na nDéise, Carrickpherish. Admission: €25 for instrumental classes, €15 for dance class). For information, contact johndwyertradweekend@outlook.com or 0879664436. Fiddle: Liz Kane, Ronan O’Flaherty. Concertina: Michelle Mulcahy. Accordion: Conor Connolly. Banjo: George McAdam. Tin Whistle: Tracy Ryan. Flute: Louise Mulcahy. Uilleann Pipes: Pádraic Keane. Sean Nós Dance: Irene Cunningham. 3.30 p.m. Final of U-18 composition competition sponsored by Custy's Music Shop, Co. Clare.Venue: Dooley's Hotel. This competition is open to U-18 traditional musicians on all instruments. All tune types, within the traditional idiom, will be accepted. Please send

mp3/digital recordings to johndwyertradweekend@outlook.com before Friday 12th October. The winning tunes will be chosen by John Dwyer himself. For more information, contact 0879664436. 6.00 p.m. CD Launch event. Venue: Downes Pub. Josephine Marsh launches her new CD “Music in the Frame.” FREE EVENT. 8.00 p.m. Gala concert with John Dwyer and Friends. Venue: St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre. This very special gala concert will feature the man himself, John Dwyer who will be joined by some old friends from the "Castle Ceili Band" - Séan Keane on fiddle (from the Chieftans), and his brother James Keane on accordion with Charlie Lennon on piano, and Mick O'Connor and Michael Tubridy on flutes.

Rarely heard together nowadays, this historic night will see members of the band come together to honour John at this special concert. The concert will also feature music from Ronan O’Flaherty (fiddle), Conor Connolly (accordion) and Padraic Keane (pipes), Michelle and Louise Mulcahy (concertina and flute), George McAdam (banjo), Liz Kane (fiddle), Edel Fox (concertina) and Lia Byrne (fiddle). 4.00 p.m. & 10.00 p.m. Pub sessions in various venues. Sunday, 21st August 1.00 p.m. CD Launch event. Venue: Dooley’s Hotel. Laura and Barry Kerr launch their new CD “Castor Bay.” 2.00 p.m. Farewell session featuring John Dwyer and friends.Venue: Dooley's Hotel.

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IN MEMORIAM

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF DUNGARVAN/LISMORE

† LIAM POWER

CONTROL OF PARKING BYE-LAWS 2018

St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungarvan Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary

POWER (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Matty Power, late of Kilrush Park, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 19th October. His smiling way and pleasant face, Are a pleasure to recall, Had a kind word for each, And died beloved by all. To us you were so special, We miss you more each day, The saddest day of our lives, Was the day you passed away. If tears could build a stairway, And memories were a lane, We would walk right up to Heaven, And bring you home again.

–Always loved and remembered by your wife Bridie; son Michael and daughters Pamela and Tracy; son-in-law Eamonn and grandchildren Oisín, Aoife and Rory, XX. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 28th October, at 9.30 a.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.

TWOMEY (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Agnes Twomey (nee Power), late of Ballinamona Upper, Old Parish, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 23rd October. R.I.P. Masses offered. Will those who think of Agnes today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered by her loving husband and family.

WALSH (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Walsh (nee Keating), late of 15 Caseyville, Dungarvan, who died on 18th October, 2013. R.I.P. Mass offered. All the love and all the care, And all the memories too, Will live on in the hearts and minds, Of all who were touched and nurtured by you. Will those who think of her today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Loved and missed by Mary’s husband Michael; children Noelle, Kathleen, David and Tara; grandchildren Niamh, Saoirse, Aidan, Eve, Shane and Ian; sons-in-law Ger and William. Also her brother Paul and sister Kathleen; nieces, nephews and good friends.

On the 1st Anniversary of the death of Liam Power, his wife Breda and family would like to acknowledge and express our warmest appreciation to all who attended the Rosary, removal, Requiem Mass and burial and to all our neighbours and friends who provided support to us at this difficult time. Heartfelt thanks also to those who telephoned, sent Mass Cards and letters of sympathy. A special word of thanks to the Doctors, Nurses and staff at Strandside Medical Centre and also the Stroke Unit and Medical 3 at University Hospital Waterford who looked after Liam so well. We would also like to give special thanks to our home helps Mary Carmel and Alison who helped in so many ways and also to Hallahan’s Pharmacy for their kindness. We express our appreciation to Fr. John Harris, C.C., for his meaningful celebration of Liam’s Funeral Mass and also to Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy) who recited the Rosary. We thank Kiely Funeral Directors for the professional and caring way in which Liam’s funeral was carried out, we also express our gratitude to the Sacristan, altar servers and gravediggers for their services. We thank The Park Hotel for their hospitality and kindness. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Liam will be celebrated on Sunday, 21st October, at 10.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

BRIDGE DEISE BRIDGE CLUB (8/10/2018) – 1st Maureen Power & Kay Kirwan; 2nd Ina Considine & June James; 3rd Brigid Burke & Helen Russell; 4th Aida O’Neill & Cait Christopher. (15/10/2018) – 1st Kathleen Phelan & Ruth Byrne; 2nd Mary Cusack & Helen McCarthy; 3rd Justin Spratt & Brigid Burke; 4th Nuala O’Donovan & John Mansfield. KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (10/10/2018) – 1st Anna Harney & Tess Cusack; 2nd Ann Murphy & Mary Cummins; 3rd Claire Cummins & Mary Prendergast; 4th Mary Fennell & Bridget Aherne. CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (3/10/2018) – 1st Walter Murphy & Kathleen McGaley; 2nd Mary Murphy & Anne Holland; 3rd Ella Whelan & Aida O’Neill; 4th Ann Moran & Kay Kirwan; 5th Margaret Hanafin & Margaret Foley. (10/10/2018) – 1st Una Drennan & Walter Murphy; 2nd Mary Murphy & Anne Veale; 3rd Cait Christopher & Mary O’Brien; 4th Joan Ronayne & Sheila Lane; 5th Phil O’Brien & Theresa Ryan. DUNGARVAN BRIDGE CLUB (11/10/2018) – 1st Ann Heffernan & Maureen Power; 2nd Moira Ormond & Helen

MONTH’S MIND MASS KETT – Month’s Mind Mass for the late Elizabeth (Betty) Kett, Forge, Boreen, Stradbally, will take place on Friday, 19th October, 2018, at 7.30 p.m. in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally.

McCarthy; 3rd Kay Barry & Brid Killigrew; 4th Liz Donnelly & Mary Cusack. HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (11/10/2018) – 1st Alice Dwyer & Nuala Condon; 2nd Ann Stack & Marie Fives; 3rd Margaret Foley & Elayne Kirwan; 4th June James & Teresa Queally; 5th Viola Mielczarek & Lorraine Vart. AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (1/10/2018) – 1st Mary Fletcher & Pat Murphy; 2nd Kathleen O’Mahoney & Claire Meaney; 3rd Deirdre & Percy Hallahan; 4th Maureen Morrisey & Mary Fives.

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Notice is hereby given that the Dungarvan/Lismore District of Waterford in exercise of the powers conferred on it by Section 131A of the Local Government Acts 1925 to 2014, Section 36 of the Road Traffic Act, 1994, as amended, and by Section 101 of the Road Traffic Act, 1961, as amended, has adopted Municipal District of Dungarvan/Lismore Control of Parking Bye-Laws 2018 for the regulation and control of parking in respect of the area comprising the Dungarvan/Lismore District of Waterford. These bye-laws will come into operation with effect from 17th November, 2018. The purpose of these bye-laws is to provide for the introduction of the following:• Schedule 1 to these bye-laws to be amended to include the Causeway Carpark located at Strandside North with tariff C. • Schedule 2 to these bye-laws to be amended to change the hours of operation for all tariffs A to D Monday to Saturday from 09:00 16:30 (originally proposed 09:00 - 17:30). • On street pay and display parking on the Causeway currently only applies to one side of the street and this is to be extended to include both sides of the Causeway tariff B (originally proposed tariff A). The bye-laws are available for inspection on the Council’s website www.waterfordcouncil.ie and during normal office hours from the Council’s Customer Services Departments in Civic Offices, Dungarvan and Bailey’s New Street, Waterford. A copy of the bye-laws are also available free of charge on request. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City & County Council.

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First Year Subject Awardees: Front row: P. Sheehan, (Principal), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Ben McCloskey, Michéal Humphries, Luke Murray, Darragh Vincent, Finn Murray, Michael Walsh and Shay Cullinan. [Pat Crowley] Student Council: Front row: P. Sheehan, (Principal), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Centre row: Seán Mullarkey, Peti Szabo, Liam Cockwell, Eolann Murphy, Paul Mullarkey and James Power. Back row: Patrick Kenneally, Mark McGuire, Shane Burke, Seán Seward and Dylan Foran. [Pat Crowley]

Business Enterprise Award: Front row: P. Sheehan (Principal), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Callum Reidy, Seán Navin, Igor Westfal, Sean Ronayne and Matt McGrath. [Pat Crowley]

Creative Writing & Full Attendance Awardees: Front row: P. Sheehan, (Principal), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Daniel Morrissey, Billy Byrne and Billy O’Connell (Creative Writing), Michéal Humphries, Jason Flanagan Tobin and James Power (Full Attendance). [Pat Crowley] Second Year Subject Awardees: Front row: P. Morley, (Teacher), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Tommy Condon, Evan Murray, P. Sheehan (Principal), Shane Burke, Pádraic Dwane. [Pat Crowley]

First Year Subject Awardees: Front row: P. Morley, (Teacher), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Jack McGrath, TJ Fitzgerald, John Power, P. Sheehan (Principal), Brian Curran, Jake O’Riordan [Pat Crowley] and Peter Cummins.

Second Year Subject Awardees: Front row: P. Morley, (Teacher), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal). Back row: Niall Browne, Mark Blackwell, P. Sheehan (Principal), Max Dabek, Cathal Hunt. [Pat Crowley]

Fifth Year Subject Awardees: Front row: P. Morley, (Teacher), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), P. Sheehan (Principal). Middle row: Eoin Power, Peter Power, Brendan Collins, James Power, Michael Hart, Matthew Quill and Ciarán Hunt. Back row: David Roche, Daniel Delaney and Ryan Griffin. [Pat Crowley]

Outstanding Junior and Leaving Cert Students: Front row: B. Kirwan (Deputy Principal), C. Langan (Parents’ Advisory Council), David McNally, (Guest Speaker), B. Tutty (Chairperson, Board of Management), P. Sheehan (Principal). Back row: P. Morley, Peti Szabo, David Condon, Kai Anderson (Junior Cert), Rory O’Donovan [Pat Crowley] (Leaving Cert), Kyle Walsh, Oisín Downey, Kuba Kozluk and Joseph Connors (Junior Cert).

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

Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society THE Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society lecture season for 2018 and 2019 continues on Friday, 19th October with a lecture at 8.00 p.m. in the Parnell Room of the Granville Hotel, Waterford by Mary Cahill titled ‘Here Comes the Sun – Solar Imagery in Early Bronze Age Ireland’. Ireland is renowned for the quantity and quality of the gold objects created in the Bronze Age. In this lecture Mary Cahill will present some ideas about the nature and function of the stunning gold objects created by some of the earliest metalworkers in Ireland four thousand years ago. These include gold sun-discs and crescentic gold collars called lunulae. Although very little early goldwork is known from Co. Waterford itself, one very important and indeed unique object – a stone dye for making gold foil discs – was found at Hacketstown, near Portlaw and it will be the focus of special attention in the lecture. Mary Cahill is former Keeper of Irish Antiquities at the National Musuem of Ireland and is currently Adjunct Professor in the School of Geography and Archaeology at NUI Galway. Her special areas of interest are prehistoric goldwork, history of collections and antiquarianism. Much of her work has related to developing an understanding of how Bronze Age goldwork can be interpreted especially in terms of its function and symbolism. She tweets as @au_ireland. This lecture will appeal to anyone interested in the archaeology, ritual and religion of pre-Christian Ireland and the history of art. Admission to the lecture is €5 (students €2.50), but is free for members of the Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society.

St. John’s Special School Mini Lotto

An Taisce Big Beach Clean 2018 a success! THE Big Beach Clean took place on the beaches in An Rinn from 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m. on Saturday, September 15th. Organised by Coiste Maisithe na Rinne - Ring Peninsula Community Group (CMR) and An Taisce Coca Cola Big Beach Clean in conjunction with the Environment Section of Waterford City & County Council, we are grateful to Johnsie Manahan, local oyster producers, the local media and all who turned up to help. This was a great success, thanks to our local volunteers who constantly pick up litter on the beaches year round, and who are always willing to lend a hand for the scheduled Clean Coasts events. The issue of litter in our oceans, rivers and lakes and its harmful effects on marine life is very much in the media these days, and our volunteers completed a marine litter survey using the Clean Coasts data card to input the results. “We recognise the splendid civic commitment of many local people who regularly collect rubbish year round, on the beaches, car parks and roadsides of An Rinn” said Ann Kenneally, Hon Sec., CMR. Joan Clancy

Local volunteers Mary Uí Mhurchadha, Breege Uí Mhurchadha and Neasa Ní Mhurchadha completed a marine litter survey at An Taisce Coca Cola Big Beach Clean in Poll a’ Phúca, An Rinn recently. Absent from photo are Muireann Ní Mhurchadha, Noel Ó Murchadha and Domhnall Ó Murchadha. [Mary Tobin]

Ann Kenneally, Hon Sec., Coiste Maisithe na Rinne; local oyster farmer Paddy Cullen and Blawnin Clancy took part in An Taisce Coca Cola Big Beach Clean at the Cunnigar Beach in An Rinn recently. [Mary Tobin]

RESULTS for Thursday 10th October. Numbers drawn were 6, 10 and 11. There were no winners of our €300 Jackpot. 3 lucky dip winners of €20 each:- Eimear Hallahan Colbert (Dungarvan); Michael O’Mahony (Ballinroad); Michael Fitzgerald (Inch). This week's jackpot will be €350. Tickets are €2 and available from Amber, The Country Store, Hallahan's Pharmacy, McGrath's Newsagents, Forde's Spar in Tallow, Conna Post Office and Deckies Bar in Modeligo. We would like to sincerely thank the families of our students and the local community for your overwhelming support over the past 5 weeks.

Kilbrien National School KILBRIEN boys and girls took part in the Roinn E Blitz on Monday, 15th October at Abbeyside GAA Grounds. Ballycurrane, St. James’ Stradbally and Villierstown all participated in the Blitz. The girls will play Villierstown in the final this Saturday in Dungarvan GAA Club at 11.15 a.m. and the boys will play St. James’ Stradbally at 11.50 a.m.

Local volunteers Marie Donnelly, Paud O Cuirrín and Johanna Curran completed a marine litter survey at An Taisce Coca Cola Big Beach Clean in Baile na nGall Beach, An Rinn recently. [Mary Tobin]

Local volunteer Cait Uí Chonghaill pictured at the Cunnigar Beach, took part in An Taisce Big Beach Clean in An Rinn recently. [Mary Tobin]

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Déise Animal Sanctuary’s Pet(s) of the Week: Puppies!

ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS HAPPY CHOPPER The sight of a low flying helicopter circling over the village is normally a very unwelcome sign in a coastal village such as ours. However, concerned frowns soon turned to proud smiles last Wednesday evening and Thursday morning when it emerged the helicopter was doing photo shoots of the area as part of RTE’s brilliant ‘Ear to the Ground’ programme which was filming a feature on the local Coastgaurd Station and the O’Donnell vegetable farm. For a number of years now Jamesie O’Donnell and his son James O’Donnell have featured in the adverts for Aldi supermarkets as their parsnip supplier. A huge percentage of the parsnip crop for the entire country is grown locally here in Ardmore. CREATIVE WORKSHOP FOR ARDMORE Creative Ireland is a Government initiative to enable creativity across the country. Each Local Authority has appointed a Creative Ireland Co-ordinator and has a Culture Team. Following consultation and community engagement, the Waterford Team has produced a 5 year Creative Ireland Strategy for Waterford and part of that is to roll out a helpful toolkit to local groups and individuals working at local level to help them to recognise what is creative about their community and how to support that and access funding to develop that. Waterford City & County

Council will run a workshop in Ardmore Community Hall on Tuesday afternoon 23rd October from 2.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Individuals or voluntary groups interested in creating or community activities in their own community will find this very interesting. Artists, community activists building new programmes or developing existing ones should attend. In particular the organisers are hoping that drama groups, walking groups, venue managers, tidy towns groups, heritage groups and those groups already engaged in creative activity will attend. SPLIT THE POT Congratulations to Padraig & Maureen on winning half the pot in our draw on Wednesday night in the Round Tower Hotel. Padraig & Maureen won €266 (exactly the same amount as the previous week) and The Ardmore National School Parents Association received €266. Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participating businesses in the village.Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the businesses who sell and keep the envelopes for us. PARTY TIME AT KEEVERS There was a real party atmosphere at a packed Keevers’ last as the Progressive 45 crew celebrated 10 years of tough games. Peggy Keevers, assisted by Anne Hally and Terri McGrath laid on

Ken Jones from Ardmore and Nollaig Bourke from Touraneena pictured at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

a wonderful spread of lots of sandwiches, chocolate biscuit cake and gorgeous sweets all of which kept us grazing all night. On top of that the organisers had a free raffle and several players won lots of goodies and surprises. Thomas Power said a few lovely words remembering the huge sums of money we had donated to charity, thanking the Keevers family for their hospitality and remembering the friends who have gone to a better place. Despite all that distraction we managed to play cards and leading up to the game we had invited former players back to the fold and lo and behold it was one of those, Mary Foley and her partner Finbarr Hallahan who won 1st prize with 10 games. Tom Power & Michael tie at the top between O’Reilly were 2nd with 9 games and Liam Foley & Thomas Power were 3rd with 8. Des Fitzgerald & Gerry O’Brien and James Flavin & John Cronin won the last game. P.S. Many happy returns to the quiet man who kept his 60th a secret last Wednesday night – well almost a secret! He’s frequently in the winners enclosure along with his son! That’s the only clue! CATHERINE MANSFIELD BEST Catherine Mansfield outgunned her all male rivals in last week’s final with only a tenner separating Jerome Curran & Ger Cronin some distance behind in 2nd & 3rd. Billy Harty won the duffer stakes from Jason Lenane. We’re taking a break from our league now til probably after Christmas, when we’ll probably start a new one again. Meantime we’ll continue every Wednesday night at 9.30 p.m. and we’re looking for new players to come along. I know a few that would like to learn to play poker, so start off this coming Wednesday and they’ll school you in quick enough. Start time 9.45 p.m. sharp. STILL PLAYING SENIOR FOOTBALL Ardmore footballers retained their senior status on Friday night when they had a good win over Dungarvan. We are now playing senior football for 21 years and only one of our current team has played intermediate – Seamus Prendergast. He is the only remaining member of that famous squad who won the Intermediate title in 1997. He was only 17 at the time and was one of 7 players who were on the 3 title winning teams of that year – Minor, Under 21 and Intermediate football. The other 6, if memory serves me correctly were Damien Lenane, Wayne Hennessy, Mikey Supple, Conor McCarthy, John Conway and Cathal Hennessy. I’m open to correction on those names. But that’s telling us that Seamus will be playing in his 22nd senior football championship next year. Wonderful service.

THIS week we have three puppies from the same litter up for adoption. The two males and one female are about eight weeks old. They are mostly Labrador Retriever with a blend of the unknown. As you can see, all three are cute and healthy. The puppies have been dewormed and about to have their first round of inoculations. Now it’s time to find the right family for each of them! Perhaps you could provide a home for one of these sweet pups? The Déise Animal Sanctuary is very careful to place

every animal with the right family. These puppies will grow to be fairly large dogs, so each needs a home that will give them not only love and care, but supervised exercise. Potential adopters will have a home-screening, plus agree to neuter and microchip the dog at their expense. As a registered charity, Déise Animal Sanctuary requests a monetary donation of some type to help cover their costs. Interested in adopting one of these bundles of joy? Contact Pat or Rob at 087-3119509.

Abbeyside (4th Waterford) Scout News – Meeting 10th October, 2018 AFTER the prayer, we did a few warm-up exercises. Scouts had the opportunity to direct the group and found it wasn’t as easy as it seems! Then we got down to the business of the evening which was making tripods with a rope attached which would hold a bucket of water. Just as we were going to test the tripods, we had a knock on the door and a surprise delivery of 10 pizzas from Domino’s Pizza. Many thanks to Agata and the team, they were delicious! Now that everyone was fed and watered, it was time to go outside and continue the tripod challenge. The Leaders had set up an obstacle course and each patrol had to have three Scouts blindfolded and carrying the tripod with the full bucket of water, with the rest of the patrol directing them around the obstacles! As you can imagine, not every patrol made it to the end with the full bucket or dry Scouts. Our final activity of the evening was an X and O style game with chairs which was great fun and down to speed and tactics. Hopefully, we will get another hike in soon as the weekends was cancelled due to the weather.

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KILL SOCIAL DANCING Kill Community Centre has now been added to the Social Dancing scene in the South East. Every Monday night, top class bands are providing music for dancers of all ages and from all corners of the South East. On Monday, October 22nd, Declan Aungier will be on stage from 9:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. Admission is €10 which includes refreshments and raffle tickets. The Centre has one of the finest dance floors in the South East so why not come along and enjoy this great social scene. DATE FOR YOU DIARY The launch of the 2018 Michel Power Christmas Day Memorial Swim in aid of The Copper Coast Scout Group will take place in Kirwan's, Kill with a Table Quiz on Friday, November 9th at 9.30 p.m.Tables of four are €20. Your support is appreciated. COMMUNITY TEXT ALERT The Kill Community Text Alert has seen an increase in warnings and "keep a look out" messages recently. You can regis-

ter to receive these alerts at any time by contacting Marie Cleary on 086 8385928. KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's Lotto draw in Dunphy's Bar, there was no winner of the €10,000 Lotto jackpot. On the night we had no match 3 winners, so it was down to the lucky dip draw to decide the winners.The two winning tickets drawn were Emma Gallagher and a combined ticket of Karl Gibbons and Eddie Fitzgerald. The numbers drawn were 3, 5, 20 and 25. The Lotto draw was sponsored by Murphy Firewood Carrigeen Kill who can be contacted for all your Firewood needs this winter 085 1193074. KILL ACTION AND ALERT GROUP We were delighted to hear of our application for the Town and Village Renewal Scheme application being successful. A big thank you goes to Waterford City & County Council for supporting our application and extending it to include a range of enhancements to the village before submitting it to the relevant Department. Please watch

this space for details on the grant worth €80,000.00 which will benefit the village. Anyone wishing to get involved in Kill Action and Alert Group, please contact us on 087 4133 522. The next meeting takes place this Wednesday evening. LINE DANCING TEA SCONES AND CHAT A Social morning has commenced on Wednesday mornings in Kill Community Centre at 11 a.m. This consists of 1 hour of Line Dancing for beginners with an experienced tutor in a fun relaxed atmosphere followed by tea/coffee, freshly baked scones and lots of chat. Why not drop along next Wednesday and try it out. Cost is €10. NEW LAUNCH DúnAill Folk will be launching their new CD, “Broome,” on Thursday, October 25th at The Pidgeon Loft, Coach House Coffee, Kilmacthomas at 7.30 p.m. If you can't get to it, don’t worry, the CD is available from Centra, Kilmeaden and Harney’s in Dunhill. Looking forward to a great night!

BONMAHON NEEDLE NATTERS / TRAMORE YARNERS Good news, Yarners! We will be returning to our Tramore roots this Autumn. Tramore Library has welcomed us to craft with them on Thursday mornings. For the coming month our schedule looks like this: October 18th from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in Bunmahon, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, October 25th in Tramore Library, November 1st in Bunmahon Copper Coast Geopark for Book Club as part of the Copper Coast

Literary Festival, and from November 8th onwards we will be based in Tramore Library. We would like to say a huge thank you to the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre team for looking after us so well over the summer. Find us on Facebook to keep up to date. HAMERSLEY ART I would like to say a big thank you to all who attended the Copper Coast Skills Day I organised recently, a particular thank you to fellow instructors Katherine Walsh, Billy Crowley and Helen Walsh. Following on from the success of that event, I

am planning a Christmas Crochet Motif Workshop on November 24th in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. Please see my website www.hamersleyart.com or Facebook for more details. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn recently were 30, 16, 10 and 25. We had no Jackpot or match 3 winners. Our 2 lucky dip winners were Margaret Power and Mary Shiels who share €100. Our next Jackpot stands at a fantastic €11,650.

Samantha Campbell pictured with her family, all from Dungarvan, at the Waterford Wexford Training Services (part [David Clynch Photography] of WWETB) Autumn Presentation of Certificates in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre in Bunmahon, Co. Waterford the venue for much of the Literary Weekend activities. The festivities start on November 1st.

The 2018 Copper Coast Geopark Literary Weekend NOW in it’s second year the Copper Coast Geopark Literary Weekend is a celebration of creativity and culture so much so that we struggled to fit it into a weekend! The exciting and interesting line up of mostly free events include, Book Art, Costumes, Board Games, Drama, Music, Poetry, Six Word Story and the very popular Copper Coast Geopark Book Fair! The celebrations kick off on November 1st in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon, Co. Waterford with a book club. To take part have a look below to find out where, when and what it costs…. Tramore Yarners do Book Club, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre - Thursday 1st, 10.30 a.m., Free. An evening of music and poetry, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Friday 2nd, 8.00 p.m., €10. Copper Coast Codex Book Art Workshop, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Saturday 3rd, 11.00 a.m., €15. Drama Classes, Barron Hall, Stradbally, Saturday 3rd, 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m., and Wednesday 7th, 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., POA. Board Game Meet Up, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon, Saturday 3rd, 1.00 p.m., Free. Copper Coast Book Fair, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. Sunday 4th, 1.00 p.m., Free. Six-word story challenge, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. Sunday 4th, 1.00 p.m., Free. Cosplay Competition, Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. Sunday 4th, 1.00 p.m, Free. Knockmahon NS poetry project and library visit, Knockmahon School Bunmahon, November 9th. Also at this year’s Book Fair there will be a

chance to learn about the ERDF co-funded Atlantic Geotourism route project of which the Copper Coast Geopark is a part by visiting an information stand about all of the other destinations on the trail and their unique contributions to this aweinspiring route! The Copper Coast is not just for summer it’s a hive of activity over the winter too, don’t take our word for it come and see for yourself! The Copper Coast Geopark is a UNESCO Global Geopark, a designation based around sustainable development of communities around areas of significant geological interest and importance. For more information please see our website www.coppercoastgeopark.com

Author and poet Tom Power will be attending the 2018 Book Fair. Tom is also the organiser of the Music and Poetry night in Bunmahon, Co. Waterford on November 2nd.

Patrons enjoying the 2017 Copper Coast Geopark Book Fair.

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KILROSSANTY BINGO Bingo on Friday, 26th October in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 sharp. Jackpot is €1,900 prize money is €1,200. The proceeds of this bingo will go towards the training fund for the senior footballers hope to see a large crowd attend this event. TEXT ALERT MEETING The meeting that was scheduled to take place this Wednesday night in the hall has been postponed to a later date. COLLECTION Collection for cancer which was held recently came to €311. Again many thanks to all who subscribed. WHIST Results from 12/10/2018 – Kathleen Whyte, MaryAnne Coffey, Eric Townsend, Anne Phelan, Brigid Power, Peggy Sullivan, Mary Kirwan, Margaret Riordan, Anne Phelan, Kay Veale. Raffle: Eric Townsend, Peggy Sullivan, Brigid Power Kay Veale. Next Whist on 19/10/2018 at 8 o’clock sharp. New members welcome.

FIRST AID First aid class will continue on Tuesday night, 23rd October in the hall at 7.00 p.m. TRACTOR RUN A huge thank you to everyone involved in our Tractor Run and Cake Sale which took place on Sunday, 7th October. Our thanks go to our fundraising committee, the marshals, people who baked and bought, our sponsors for the raffle, the parents body and wider community who supported us and the 67 tractors that ran, A total of €2,707.37 was raised for our building fund. Well done to all. SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Walter Morrissey, Ashtown on the death of his sister Cait Morrissey, O’Neill who died last week. Also sympathy to her husband, Eamonn; mother Eleanor; sisters and brother; mother-in-law Brid; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews and all other relatives on their sad loss. May she rest in peace.

KILMAC HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS A Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Disco in Kiersey's Bar on Bank Holiday Sunday, 28th October. Music by Just Kieran from 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. and DJ Tyrone from 9.00 p.m. till late. Movie Theme night, fancy dress optional. All proceeds going to Cardiac Responders and River Walk Fund. No cover charge, donation box on entry. KILMACTHOMAS STATION HOUSE Under the 2018 Town and Village Renewal Scheme, Kilmacthomas was one of the towns / village to received a grant of €100,000.This is a major boost to Kilmacthomas for the restoration of the Station House and Signal Box on the Waterford Greenway. TABLE QUIZ Let’s send Hayley Fitzsimons to the World Games – A Table Quiz on Friday, 26th October at 8.00 p.m. in The Cove Bar, Stradbally. Raffle with lots of prizes to be won. Table of 4 €20. Go along and support a wonderful athlete, she well deserves your support. LOTTO DRAW Following are the results for the Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw on Saturday, 13th October. Letters drawn were B, D, G and S. No Jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Dan Bill Bowdren, c/o PPI; Zoe O'Reilly,

Fews; Trevor Whelan c/o PPI; Behan Kids, Kilnagrange and Fr. Corish c/o O'Riellys. Next week’s Jackpot €1,450 be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club winners – Hannah McGrath, Alice Walsh, Eric Townsend, Mary A. Coffey, Nicola Carroll, Biddy Carroll, Brigid Power, Maureen O'Sullivan, Cissie Kiely, Stess Connolly and Mary B. Bowdren. Raffle winners - Maureen O’Sullivan, Hannah McGrath, Rosie Keane, Stess Connolly and Eric Townsend. DAY CENTRE Open to anyone over 55 years of age. Come and meet friends and enjoy a day with good company. Open on Tuesday and Wednesday at 10.00 a.m. Start the day with a nice cup of tea/coffee and a homemade scone.There is a casual sing song, some play cards, and sometimes we have a quiz - more for fun than winning. Lunch - Roast beef/ Boiled Ham/Chicken/Fish all with fresh vegetables, followed by dessert. Apple crumble and custard/Trifle and more. Tea/Coffee and a few games of Bingo. Chair exercise and all of this for just €6 a day. A bus brings some of the folks that have to come a distance and takes them home again. With the Winter coming in and the darker days it is time to get out and about.

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CHANGING TIMES – Pat Fennell and Christopher Fennell of Ballyvoile Agri., baling silage on 10th October.

STRADBALLY CHANGING TIMES Pictured above is Pat Fennell and Christopher Fennell of Ballyvoile Agri., baling silage on 10th October. Pat expects that there will be silage baled in November this year. The first time I saw baled silage in the Parish was 1988, mid August, (considered very late). There was a few acres cut for hay but the weather broke so it was decided to make silage. No wrappers just 40 big plastic

bags from Durrow Branch of Waterford CoOp (now Glanbia). It turned out such a success that my contractor Dick Gough the following May/June bought the first big bale silage wrapper into the Parish.The first field of bales wrapped was "Pairc Clanc". For photo Archive (photo courtesy of Tom Hickey). Any queries to Tom 087-9386209 or brianjcorry@yahoo.ie

TABLE QUIZ A Table Quiz to help Hayley Fitzsimon’s compete internationally “Let’s send Hayley to the IWAS World Games 2019” will take place on Friday, October 26th, in the Cove Bar at 8.00 p.m. which is being organised by her friends and supporters in Stradbally. Any queries to hayleyfitzsimonsathlete on facebook.

Music Extravaganza raises €1,030 for Pieta House!

THE 'Music Extravaganza' night held in the Marine Bar in memory of Kieran Flynn, on his 30th Anniversary, raised €1,030 for Pieta House. Libby Flynn, who organized the night in memory of her late husband would like to say “a big thank you to everyone who came along to The Marine Bar on Monday night, August 20th, for the 'Music Extravaganza Night' in Kieran’s Memory on his 30th Anniversary”. There was a fantastic turnout and the talent was second to none. It was great to see Kieran’s old buddies from 30 years ago with Christy at the helm playing all his favorite tunes and his many songs.To see a new generation of musicians and singers, up and coming stars for sure, performing on the night, added to the occasion. Thanks to all the ticket sellers who did a great job and raised €1,030 for Pieta House South East.This, of course, would not have been possible without the generosity of the businesses who kindly donated the Spot Prizes for the draw with a total value of over €1,000.

Molesworth Court Suites, Schoolhouse Lane, Dublin 2, The Tannery, The Indian Ocean Restaurant, A-Tec Fire & Security, 360 Cookhouse, The Moorings, The Park Hotel, Club Creation & Minnies Bar, Kelly’s Pharmacy Abbeyside, The Marine Bar, The Interlude, Mary Rose and Seamus Drummy. Pieta House offers a specialist

counselling programme of therapy for those who are experiencing suicidal ideation, those who self-harm and those bereaved by suicide.They address the growing problem of hopelessness and despair in the community. This service is free of charge to clients. Pieta House South East relies heavily on fundraising for the Centre and the €1,030

raised from the “Music Extravaganza Night” will contribute greatly to the vital work of Pieta House South East. Big thank you to Christy, Helen and Eoghan O’Neill for hosting the night at the Marine Bar and to Dan McGrath, who kindly gave his time to take the photograph for Pieta House South East.

Libby Flynn presenting cheque for €1,030 to Olive Ruane, Pieta House - South East, which was the proceeds from “Music Extravaganza Night” held at the Marine Bar. Included in the photograph are Christy O’Neill and Eoghan O’Neill (Marine Bar). [Dan McGrath]

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Hallowe’en Film Night at Lismore Castle

LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns BEFORE last week's windy and wet weather arrived the work team went out on the Monday and cleaned out the 17 wall baskets on West Street and later went to the Grotto at Townparks and planted that 3 tiered space up with seasonal heathers. This is another example of permanent planting with the benefit of those plants providing food for the bees. Wednesday morning was spent weeding in the Millennium Park and tidying cutting back at the Butterfly corner and shaping the box pyramids at the front of St. Carthage's Church. Gordon and Jim have spent their time working at the ditch at BankField, entrance to the tennis courts West Street and at the Ice Houses at Ballyin. Our work is now being reduced to a Wednesday mornings as the evenings are getting too dark

until we have completed targeted work. People may have noticed that the space adjacent to the Grotto at West Street has recently been cleared. Lismore Tidy Towns initiated this project and hopefully towards the end of October/early November it will be planted up with pollinator friendly shrubs. This work is being made possible through a grant received under Local Agenda 21 Environmental Partnership Funding 2018. This funding is available to all voluntary groups and for projects to get funding they must focus on environmental awareness and actions which complement national environmental practices such as those on water, biodiversity and climate change. The proposed project at the Grotto West Street focuses on the aims of the National Pollinator

Plan 2015-2020 in terms of the choice of shrubs to be planted. Lots of leaves down but lots yet to be shed so anyone who has a public footpath outside their front door please try to sweep up any leaves and make walking safe for everyone in the community. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Info on plastic waste - this week's topic is on microbeads:WHAT ARE MICROBEADS? microbeads are small pieces of plastic found in many of your bathroom staples thanks to their abrasive properties. They can be found in body scrubs and even in some toothpastes and hairsprays. They are small enough to pass through water filters and end up in the sea causing irreversible damages. WHAT ARE MICROBEADS MADE OF? the answer is easy but difficult to

pronounce, polyethylene, polystyrene, polypropylene and other petroleum based plastics. That is the same stuff that is used to make plastic bottles, carpets, toys and carrier bags. ARE MICROBEADS HARMFUL? microscopic beads of plastic may seem harmless because they are barely visible. However they can have a huge impact on the environment as they don't dissolve like other ingredients. Microbeads pass through water filtering systems into the world's seas and oceans where they meet the million tonnes of plastic already in the water. Here they are impossible to remove and are eaten by fish and other sea life like whales and turtles - many of us have seen the evidence of this on TV programmes.

Bonnie’s Bouquets BALLYSAGGART Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Parade

Ballysaggart Community Development Ltd. NON STOP DRAW 1st Helen Brennan; 2nd Breda Roche; 3rd Tommy and Deirdre Devine. SOCIAL DANCE Tea Dance next Friday night October 19th from 9.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. CONDOLENCES The Ballysaggart community extends its deepest sympathies to the family of Brendan Meagher, Ballysaggart who died recently. May he rest in peace. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARD RESULTS 1st: Mary Byrne and Helen Walsh; 2nd: Paddy Duffy and Helen Cunningham; Sean Higgins and Mary Fennessy. Lucky Tables: Peg Murray and Kathleen Coleman; Sheila Lonergan and Mike Fennessy; Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Tickets: Sheila Lonergan, Viv

Uniacke, Mary Fennessy, Helen O'Keeffe, Christy Higgins and Delia Cashell. BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB Ballysaggart Ladies Club will hold their AGM on Monday night, October 22nd at 8.00 p.m. in The Community Centre. All are invited to attend especially new faces, looking forward to seeing you all on the night. MASS The Mass in which we especially remember all those who have died in the past year will be celebrated on Thursday night, November 1st at 7.00 p.m. If you wish to take a candle to the altar on that night in memory of a relative or loved one who has died in the last year please submit name of the deceased plus the name of the person who will carry the candle to the sacristy or to any member of the Pastoral Council by Sunday 28th.

Lismore Community Alert LISMORE Community Alert will be holding a Public Information morning this coming Friday, 19th October. We will have a table set up outside Centra from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. by kind permission of proprietors Willie and Laura Roche. Garda Christine Keniry will be joining us on the day to provide added support and information and we look forward to meeting many people from the town and surrounding areas. Our recent public meeting in September was very successful and covered a range of issues. Thanks were given to Sergeant Gerry Moloney for attending and Waterford City and County Council were acknowledged for providing funding for us through their Supporting Waterford Communities Fund which enabled us to purchase two further signs.Thanks were also extended to John and the staff at Waterford Council for their help with putting up the signs, one out the Kilbree Road and another which will go at the Golf Links on the Ballyduff Road.

BONNIE'S Bouquets, Lismore will hold their annual fancy dress parade on Sunday 28th October in Lismore Castle Courtyard. This is the 16th year of the parade, which is always held in aid of either a local charity or organisation. This years proceeds will go to the 16th Waterford Scout Group which are based in Cappoquin and include members from Cappoquin, Lismore and the surrounding areas. As usual there will be category

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prizes on the day as well as a prize for the best homemade costume. Registration will open at 2.00 p.m. and the parade will start at 3.00 p.m. sharp. Registration is in the Castle Courtyard (weather permitting), if it is raining, the registration and parade will be held in the Banqueting Hall by kind permission of Lord and Lady Burlington. If you have any queries, please contact Veronica, Bonnie's Bouquets, Lismore at 058-54734.

Charity Shop in aid of Citizens Christmas Party THE shop will be open on Friday and Saturday, 9th and 10th November in Lismore Community Centre. Donations for the shop will be taken on Thursday evening, 8th November from 7-9 p.m. We would appreciate ladies, gents and children’s clothes in good condition, shoes, bed linen, curtains, bric-a-brac, books (no magazines please), toys, small items of furniture (no couches, arm chairs, wardrobes), no electrical items (for insurance purposes). Please come along and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee and cakes while supporting a very worthy cause with raffle on the day.

Hallowe’en Fundraiser FOR the past few years Johnny and Veronica Troy, Lismore, have hosted a 'Hallowe’en House of Horrors' at their home in 6 New Street, Lismore. There is no fixed fee to visit the House of Horrors but all donations on the night will go as usual to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, Lismore. This year’s theme is hotel based and when you arrive at reception you will be brought on a tour of the hotel but seeing as it is Hallowe’en, be prepared for many surprises along the way. If you want a Hallowe’en treat and a gh'oul time, the House of Horrors is open to all and the event will start at 6.00 p.m. on Wednesday night 31st October and finish at 9.00 p.m.

A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night Friday, 26th October at 7.30 p.m.

LISMORE Castle Arts are delighted to host their annual Hallowe’en Film Night at Lismore Castle. A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014), the first Iranian vampire Western will be screened in the atmospheric Pugin Hall. Enjoy popcorn and a beer to make a night of it. Ana Lily Amirpour’s debut basks in the sheer pleasure of pulp. A joyful mash-up of genre, archetype, and iconography, its prolific influences span spaghetti westerns, graphic novels, horror films, and the Iranian New Wave. Mark Kermode gave the film 5 stars in his Guardian review, calling it ‘a bloody triumph’…. It’s plays out like the missing link between Kathryn Bigelow’s first two features; the ultra-cool biker pastiche The Loveless and the latterday vampire flick Near Dark. It is steeped in the pop iconography of the past, yet its crystalline anamorphic black-andwhite photography has an unmistakably contemporary edge. It all adds up to a deliriously disorienting experience that can be read as either political parable or pulpy potboiler – preferably both. As an American offshoot of the Iranian new wave, it’s a defiant statement of girl power, a modern twist on the Reclaim the Night battle cries of international feminism set against the backdrop of oppressively dysfunctional patriarchy.Yet Amirpour never lets a message get in the way of a good tune, taking palpable delight in spinning the reels like a cinematic DJ, keeping the crowd on their toes, wrong-footing their dance moves.’ Booking Essential: €15, snacks and complimentary soft drinks included. Pay bar available for wine and beer. Over 18s event! Tickets online or phone (058) 54061.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart LIKE every other Parish we will have our Mission collection at all Masses next weekend. In the mission month of October the Church invites all her members to share some of their material wealth with the Church as mission. Instead of actually going out on mission work many people participate in the mission of the Church by giving financial assistance to those called to herald the Gospel in our land and in foreign lands. I used to hear it said that we had the faith and we had to pass it on to others. That was an assumption. Every generation is a whole continent to be evangelised. Ireland is very much mission terriotry today. Our parish is mission territory. Our Parish is generous in the mission appeal. This year we will have to rise to the challenge once again. Last Sunday the invitations were handed out inviting people to put forward candidates for possible selection as members of the Pastoral Council. There is much work for the pastoral council but we don’t have to do everything.There will be training and support for new members and it is a chance that comes around only every three years. It will take love and courage to be ready to give time to the faith life of the parish.

Progress may be slow, long term objectives can be set in motion. The renewal of the Church is in the renewal of Parish life. Parish is the community of family communities who know and care for each other and working together Christian families can be supported and encouraged, especially during times of growth, of times of crises, of times of death. I will just mention the 'Alpha' programme as one tool in the renewal of our Parish. I was sort of thinking to my self,; we have much work done on the buildings, now we can sit back and take it easy. God has other plans. I know God was in the hearts of those who gave so generously to the work of restoring the buildings. Now God is asking us to move on to renewing the living Church. I don't have the answers. As parish, filled with the Spirit of Pentecost we can say, the future holds no fear. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 20th October - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 21st October Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

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BALLYDUFF UPPER PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Parent & Toddler meet at the regular weekly slot of 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. in the Carnegie Centre. Parents, grandparents and childminders are very welcome for a cuppa and a chat. The usual €2 each week will apply. It’d be great to see you there! COMMUNITY ALERT The Community Alert Group committee has been elected. Congratulations to the new officers. Keep an eye of for upcoming events and notices. WALKING CLUB The Walking Club has finished for the season. The AGM for the Walking Club is Friday, October 19th. New members welcome.

FUN RIDE Fun Ride season is well under way and this year Ballyduff ’s Fun Ride is Sunday, 21st October next. For enquiries please contact Seamus at 087-7781045. COMMUNITY COUNCIL The next Community Council meeting is on Wednesday, 24th October. All are welcome. CARDS Cards will start back up on Wednesday, 24th October in St. Michael’s Hall at 8.15 p.m. sharp. New players are welcome! SOCIAL DANCING The next Social Dance is on Saturday, 20th October next in St. Michael’s Hall at 9.00

p.m. Refreshments will be served on the night and the music will be provided by Tom Healy. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to the Under 16 Ballyduff Hurlers who were crowned County Champions! NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements, congratulations or condolences and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737 by Sunday night each week.

MODELIGO Lisa Barker with her trophy.

KNOCKANORE PIETA HOUSE TALK Alan Farrell, Training & Education Officer with Pieta House, will visit Knockanore on Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 at 8.00 p.m. to talk about Pieta House and the work it does around Suicide prevention. The talk will last about 45 minutes with questions and answers afterwards. It is an open meeting, everyone welcome both within and outside the Parish. Entry €5. COMMUNITY ALERT Nice to see the Community alert signs up at all entrances to the Parish. A warning to the villains who would come into our area and try to steal our property and intimidate our parishioner, you will be caught and you will be prosecuted. STORM DAMAGE Thankfully the storm during the week passed over with very little damage. Hopefully, we will get through the winter without serious weather issues. LOCAL EQUINESUCCESS Congratulations to Lisa Barker from Camphire who had the "best turned out horse" and was awarded the Patrick O'Callaghan trophy for her efforts in the recent Knockanore Fun Ride.

TALLOW TALLOW ENTERPRISE CENTRE Make Up Demonstration at Tallow Enterprise Centre: A full step by step make-up demonstration with tips and tricks what will transform how you do your makeup is what is on offer on what should be a fantastic evening on Thursday, November 1st from 6.30 p.m. 8.00 p.m. Booking is advisable as places are limited. Refreshments and a goody bag for everyone on the night. Enquiries to 058-56445. Movie & Munchie Morning: Children will be treated to games, treats and a fun movie on Wednesday, 31st October from 10.30 a.m. 12.30 p.m., Costumes optional €5 per child. TALLOW COMMUNITY CENTRE Tallow Community Centre continues to be a hive of activity with the many clubs and societies in the area. Currently Brideview Drama’s Autumn production under the direction of Emily Ahern “Pretend Sick” is in its final few weeks of rehearsals and rumour has it that this is a play well worth going to see, with many local faces and a few new characters joining the group this year. Performance dates are November 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 14th 16th and 17th so plenty of opportunities to catch this hilarious performance. Bingo continues this weekend, jackpot standing at €1,600. Other Activities in the hall are Tae-kwon-do, fitness and Social Dancing, so all in all Tallow Community Centre is a busy place.

LOTTO RESULTS 13th OCTOBER, 2018 Numbers drawn were 1, 7 and 19. One winner - Mike O’Neill Jnr., Clashmore. €25 winners - Jenny Power, Redgate; Frank Nugent, David Fitzgerald, Pakies Corner. Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Next week’s Jackpot €500. WHITECHURCH REUNION Following on from last year’s successful Whitechurch Re-union, Modeligo GAA club present Whitechurch Reloaded happening in the Park Hotel on Sunday, October 28th, from 9.00 p.m. till late (bar ext till 2.00 a.m.). Original Whitechurch DJ Bernie Cahill, plus special guest DJ Michael O’Rourke. Finger food served. Spot Prizes. 80s Disco Dress Code Optional. Over 21s

only. Admission strictly by ticket only. Admission: €20. Tickets on Sale from The Park Hotel, Kenneths Pet Shop Dungarvan, Deckies Bar Modeligo,The Welcome Inn, Bearys Cross & Denn Feeds. Tickets now on sale so get in early and make sure you have your ticket as tickets sold out very early last year. ST. JOHNS SPECIAL SCHOOL St. Johns Special School have started a Lotto.Tickets €2 each, 3 consolation prizes of €20.Tickets can be bought locally from Deckies Bar. CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuit Training has now started on Monday nights at 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. in Modeligo Community centre. Adaptable exercises to suit any level of fitness, beginners or experienced are welcome. No Booking

required. Great way to have fun get fit and get through those winter months. Classes instructed by qualified strength and conditioning instructor. For more info contact Shane Coughlan on 087-1345574. NA DEISE LGFC Hard luck to the U-13 girls and their mentors David and Ann who were narrowly beaten in the U-13 B plate in Walsh Park on Sunday by Kilrossanty/Brickies. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the astro turf or hall please contact John Power on 0872834600.

TOURANEENA SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Congratulations to Donna Troy, Lismore on her €1,500 Jackpot win last Sunday night in Hanrahan's Bar The winning numbers drawn were 8, 17 and 21. Donna is granddaughter of the late Ned and Alice Burke, Touraneena. As the jackpot was won, there was no draw for the 5 x €20. The promoters prize of €20 was won by Nuala Dunne. Next week's Lotto Jackpot will revert to €200 and the draw will take place on Sunday night, 21st October in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena. NEW ARRIVALS Congratulations to Maria and Ian Kearney, Ballinamult, on the recent birth of their son James. Congratulations also to Jack Power and Nicola Burke, Doon, Ballinamult on the recent birth of their son Fionn. We take this opportunity to wish the best of health and happiness to the new arrivals, their happy parents and grandparents. SLIABH gCUA / ST. MARY'S G.A.A. The annual St. Stephen's Day Big Breakfast event run by the Sliabh gCua/St.Mary's G.A.A. club will return this year by pop-

ular demand. As well as enjoying a hearty breakfast prepared by club members, the event is always a very sociable morning with proceeds from the Big Breakfast going to the club so don't forget to save the date in your diary. SYMPATHY We extend sympathy to the Fennessy and Whelan families on the recent passing of Ellen Fennessy (nee Whelan), Newcastle and formerly of Castlerea, Ballymacarbry. Ellen who was in her 96th year, was predeceased by her husband Jack. We extend our sincere sympathy to her sons John, Lar and Michael, daughters Esther (McSweeney), Patricia (O'Shea) and Jo (Fraher), grandchildren great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and many friends. Funeral Mass was in Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Newcastle, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May Ellen rest in peace. FIBRE BROADBAND IN BALLINAMULT Seeing as the National Broadband Plan (NBP) seems to be going nowhere at the moment, it is estimated that should the NBP be agreed this

year, (which doesn't look at all likely), it would be 2023 before all rural houses were connected to high speed broadband. Therefore, it is great that the response to the proposed broadband service installation in Ballinamult has been good and it appears positive that installation will go ahead in the coming weeks. For further information or to register your interest, please phone or text 089-2259294 with your name and Eircode. FUNDRAISING EVENT Registration for the Nire Valley Drop Mountain Biking event taking place on Sunday 28th October in aid of the 'Haven for Haiti' charity and other local charities, will close on Saturday 27th October. The online entry fee is €45 plus €3.15 service fee. Fee includes a hot meal, a souvenir sports T-shirt, hots shower and changing facilities. For further information please contact Michael Desmond on 087-7539276 or email comeragh2@gmail.com. Tickets are available online at https://sirius.eventmaster.ie/event/vZ5SPo Sb4 All participants must be over 18. Helmets are compulsory.

HALLOWE’EN FUNDRAISER For the past few years Johnny and Veronica Troy, Lismore, have hosted a 'Hallowe’en House of Horrors' at their home in 6 New Street, Lismore. There is no fixed fee to visit the House of Horrors but all donations on the night will go as usual to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, Lismore. This year's theme is hotel based and when you arrive at reception you will be brought on a tour of the hotel but seeing as it is Hallowe’en, be prepared for many surprises along the way. If you want a Hallowe’en treat and a gh'oul time, the House of Horrors is open to all and the event will start at 6.00 p.m. on Wednesday night, 31st October and finish at 9.00 p.m. HALLOWE’EN PARADE A reminder that Bonnie's Bouquets, 6 New Street, Lismore will hold their annual Hallowe’en Parade on Sunday 28th October at Lismore Castle. Registration opens at 2.00 p.m., parade starts at 3.00 p.m. sharp. For further information, please contact 058 54734. More information to follow next week.

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Affane AFC Re-union

CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre Phone (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; email ocappdev@eircom.net THE THREE AMIGOS Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce that The Three Amigos are back again to play live in concert in the Community Centre on Monday, 28th January, 2019. Tickets are available from the Community Centre office (058) 52746.With Santa looming concerts tickets are always a safe bet. HALL BOOKINGS AUTUMN/WINTER 2018 Just a reminder for the many Clubs, Associations and Groups using our facilities for the Autumn & Winter months. With the evening sadly pulling in, can you please contact the Community Centre on (058) 52746 to let us know as soon as possible what mornings, days, evenings and nights are desired. Last year was our busiest year for centre use and thanks to you all for your continued support. With our new Gym Extension coming on stream further demand is expected to pass the dark evenings away. GYM Opening Hours MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per Month, €5 per casual, OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session. Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the lasted cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness. Resistance equipment - These states of the art machines provide resistance against a certain move-

The New Gym Extension completed, thanks and well done to all involved. ment, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your work out. Up to 37.5kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches. We have large selection of loose weights plates ranging from1.25kg to 20kg. Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls

dumb bells and suspension training. Physical Trainers - Connor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan (087-9713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level. These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and life style, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active

Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. 10.00 p.m. Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre. All are welcome. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald (058) 52570 First Floor of the Community Centre. COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €1,500 Lotto draw 15th October, 2018 - Jackpot €1,400. Numbers drawn were 5, 17, 28 and 30. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Eddie & Jean Cahill, Coolagortwee; Pat O’Connor, Mill Street; John Quann Snr., Shanbally; Noel O’Donoghue, Shanbally; Adam & Garrett Flynn c/o O&A Hairdressers, Main Street. Next week’s draw is on the 22nd October, 2018, with a jackpot of €1,500. 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!

AFFANE A.F.C. will hold a re-union on Sunday, 28th October, in the Central Bar, Cappoquin, at 8 p.m. This reunion is in appreciation to the team who won the Red House League of, 1987/’88. Affane A.F.C. would like to invite the selectors and players, who participated throughout the same year.The invitation is also extended to 'Friends of Affane A.F.C.’. This will include former players, selectors, supporters, officers, sponsors, friends and any person interested in attending from the parish. A formal evening that will include music and food. A great night is guaranteed. Looking forward to meeting you all. Please contact this mobile phone number to confirm your attendance, 087-2917972.

Cappoquin Health Centre OUR next Chiropody Clinic will be held on Tuesday, 23rd October. Early booking advised as Chiropodist Karena is extremely popular and her clinics fill quickly. Please contact Reception on 058-54406 to arrange your appointment.

Hallowe’en Fundraiser FOR the past few years Johnny and Veronica Troy, Lismore, have hosted a 'Hallowe’en House of Horrors' at their home in 6 New Street, Lismore. There is no fixed fee to visit the House of Horrors but all donations on the night will go as usual to the Saint Vincent de Paul Society, Lismore. This year's theme is hotel based and when you arrive at reception you will be brought on a tour of the hotel but seeing as it is Hallowe’en, be prepared for many surprises along the way. If you want a Hallowe’en treat and a gh'oul time, the House of Horrors is open to all and the event will start at 6.00 p.m. on Wednesday night, 31st October and finish at 9.00 p.m.

Hallowe’en Parade A REMINDER that Bonnie's Bouquets, 6 New Street, Lismore will hold their annual Hallowe’en Parade on Sunday 28th October at Lismore Castle. Registration opens at 2.00 p.m., parade starts at 3.00 p.m. sharp. For further information, please contact 058 54734. More information to follow next week.

Heritage Group’s Book Launching on November 10th $BUIBSUIB $FBQBDI $IPJOO D T B /

WITH the posters up and out on Facebook, this week we can give everyone a sneak preview of the cover of ‘Women at the Cornerstone’, launching at Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, November 10th next at 8.15 p.m. Designed by Munster Signs and Print, it features nine of the women whose stories are included in the book, among the 75 chapters in all. Pictured on the front cover, from left, are Grace O’Connor, Dr. Winnie White (with nieces and nephew), Katie O’Brien and Sr. De Lourdes Gogarty. On the back, from left, are Bridget O’Connor, Mary Kerfoot, Maggie Lincoln and Mollie Keane.’ On the spine is Mary Michael from New Zealand, daughter of a Cappoquin emigrant who petitioned for the right for women to vote there in 1893. While all of these women are deceased, the book will feature many histories of people who are very much still around, so it tries to combine history with more recent activities of local women as much as possible. The text on the back cover summarises this: ‘This book, ‘Women at the Cornerstone’, is the seventh book produced by Cappoquin Heritage Group since our formation in 2006. It is also the biggest, by some distance. The project was originally entitled ‘Cappoquin: Her Story’ as a counterpoint to the relatively male dominated world of ‘History’. We began the work of gathering stories, writing chapters, interviewing people, scrounging photographs

and so on, from 2015, with the intention of publishing this book to tell many untold stories of local women and commemorate the centenary of (some) Irish women getting the right to vote in 1918. We have been staggered, very often, by the stories we have unearthed, and hope that you, the reader, will be too. Local women’s experiences across all five continents have been documented, and we have gone back as far as the 16th century, or into world conflicts, economic crises and foreign missions for others. As a heritage group, our primary focus has been on telling the stories of Cappoquin’s women from the past, naturally. However, we are also hopeful that this collection, ‘Women at the Cornerstone’, will help inspire the next and future generations of local women to take advantages of the opportunities that were often not available to past generations.’ We are delighted to announce that our guest of honour on November 10th will be former RTÉ journalist, correspondent and newsreader Una O’Hagan. A great night should be had by all, and light refreshments and entertainment will be provided.The book is large, in what is called B5 size (pages 40% larger than normal A5 size), runs to 250 pages and is in full colour throughout. It will retail at just €15 and, we hope, will be a nice Christmas present for anyone with Cappoquin connections.

Fire Station Chief retires BEST wishes this week to Fintan Murray, who retired last Sunday as head of the Cappoquin Fire Station (the station known in the fire service as ‘Whiskey Delta 15’, by the way). Fintan gave the community many years of outstanding service in this capacity, and there are many, many people who have reason to be thankful to the local brigade, who have been called on in emergencies of all shapes and sizes. Fintan has also overseen a huge level of commitment to community events, from the fire brigade’s assistance to Santa Claus when he arrives in town to demonstrations of fire safety procedures and, of course, the annual ladder climb at St. Anne’s Church, from which Civic Link has been one of the regular beneficiaries. Congratulations, Fintan, on a job very well done, and many thanks to you and all the fire service personnel from your community.

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BALLINAMEELA By Donal Buckley

The Application Dear Bish, 17/10/2018 How are you? I hope you don't mind me calling you "bish" but if we are going to work together, we should keep things informal for expediency sake. I heard your interview on WLRFM and read the subsequent reports in The Examiner and Irish Independent and I believe you are on the verge of setting up a Delivery Ministry to tackle all the satanic goings on in the diocese. As a devoted citizen of the Deise, I would like to offer my incomparable skills to this worthy cause. My credentials for dealing with such extremely sensitive matters are unsurpassed by any other possible candidate. Firstly, I have seen "The Exorcist" twice and all its sequels (some good, some not so good). Some of the details would make your head spin. Secondly, I have watched "Poltergeist", albeit from behind a sofa.That Carolanne was really too sweet to be wholesome (them children and their wiles!). I don't have any stakes for penetrating the heart of the beast, but I do have a couple of nice pork chops instead. I was hoping that you might bring the holy water, as any time I touch it my skin blisters. I think I might be allergic. As a student of the Latin language to Leaving Cert level, communication with Beelzebub won't be a problem. Here's a few phrases you can use yourself; "mea culpa", "ad nauseum" and "atque in stupra caballum." I don't know how you feel about a team uniform. I was thinking, maybe, something in black with lightning flashes on the sleeves.You might want to go for a more religious theme. So, how about two halos in the shape of a cross. I'm sure Toyota wouldn't mind you borrowing their symbol. If you haven't filled the "dream team" yet, I know a few lads who have experience and could be handy for us. There's one called Michael Myers who should be available shortly after Hallowe'en.Then there's Mrs Kruger's young fella, Freddie, who is just perfect for any Dream Team. Now, the team will be needing a vehicle. Something suitable for the unique and technical work we'll be doing. I think I may be able to get my hands on an old re-conditioned World War 2 ambulance. It needs a bit of work done to it but you can decide,' who you gonna call', to do any little upgrades. If you want to add any personalised items, such as turning the ash tray into a holy water font, you have my blessing. I appreciate you taking on them Reiki daemons, but I say, why stop there. Many other "alternative medicines" are more insidious like Thai Massage, private health clinics and the guy that runs on to the GAA pitch with the "magic" sponge (very strange).Then there's the faith healers, holistic therapists and exorcists (oh wait, that might be self destructive). It has to be admitted, there are some very dodgy characters about. Characters with a lot of money and influence who think nothing of going to foreign countries, so they can worship at the feet of French and Portuguese Mary's, when they have plenty of their own close to home. Phonsie, this could be the start of a wonderful working relationship. Between us, we can make it Hell on Earth for the Devil and his spawn. Together we can kick some Satanic tail. Ballinameela Creatives are always on the cusp of great things, and things of lesser but no less important things.

CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY BALLINAMEELA COMMUNITY CENTRE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER We are only a few days away from this year’s Community Centre Annual Fundraiser 'Mr & Mrs'. It takes place this Friday, October 19th in the Park Hotel. We also have DJ Noel playing some tunes after the quiz so be sure to book those babysitters and get your dancing shoes on for what’s going to be a great night. Tickets are selling fast so to secure your ticket please call/text 087-2879429 after 7.00 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased from any of the committee members or at the Shop in Aglish. Anyone following us on Facebook will have seen some updates about the couples participating on the night, so please keep an eye as we will be posting more details over the next few weeks. All funds raised on the night will go directly to the running and upkeep of our Community Centre so your support is greatly appreciated. PIANO LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS Are you looking for a new hobby? Do you love music? Why not learn to play a new instrument! Private lessons beginning in the Ballinameela area every weekend. For more information

please contact Emma on 0870961755. BODY CONDITIONING & CIRCUIT TRAINING Body Conditioning & Circuit Training Classes continue in Ballinameela Community Centre every Monday night at 7.00 p.m. Join us for an enjoyable hour of a well structured class that provides a great workout for all levels of fitness. It’s €5 per class - pay as you go. “ Give it a Go-Enjoy getting Fit”. Enquiries call or text 087-8229762. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP The Ballinameela toddler group meets 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. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session.

LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies indoor soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 8362695 if interested. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.000 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in two ways. Firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.com munityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be

Cappoquin Primary School

Literacy Lift Off in 1st Class in Cappoquin Primary School.

Junior Infants performing songs and rhymes at school assembly at Cappoquin Primary School.

rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also. Alison Maher is responsible for the month of October for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on 087-2879429. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Eddie Walsh and Aoife Fitzgerald who were recently married in Ballinameela church. Best wishes for the future. LOTTO RESULTS 15/10/’18 – Numbers drawn were 13, 22 and 25.There was no winner. €20 winners were Christy Morrissey, Villierstown; Mary O’Donovan, Ballygambon; Dee and Dingo c/o Welcome Inn; Mary Cummins,Woodstock; Ger O’Donovan, Ballygambon. Next week’s Jackpot is €800 and the draw will take place in Maureens. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

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DR. PAT McCARTHY TALK ON THE REDMONDS

Tidy Towns volunteers in the October sunshine after their litter-pick in Boreenatra.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns AN epic night was had by all our volunteers recently as we celebrated our great news in the Entente Florale and Dungarvan Tidy Towns competitions. We all have to admit that without our loyal, fun and hard working volunteers it would not be possible to make such a difference in our town and surrounding areas. A tremendous thanks to The Moorings Bar for giving us the use of their beer garden and their kind hospitality. Another good news story is our inclusion in the new promotional video for Dungarvan launched by Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber last week. It’s called ‘Dungarvan’s Fall’ and captures all the best aspects of Autumn in our area. In it you can see the plaque and prize we received for Entente Florale and

also admire Dungarvan’s presentation. You can find this on Dungarvan Chamber and Dungarvan Tourism Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram. So we were back in action on Sunday 14th October when we met at Gibbons Park and got to work cleaning Quanns, Boreenatra including the park and the surrounding areas. We found lots of glass, electrical items, tyres, plastic and much more in the sea bed (the tide was out before you think we were in the water). If you are out walking our beaches and come across litter, we ask that you pick up just one piece and dispose of it properly, that is helping us make our way to a cleaner and safer environment. On our clean-up we came across Birdwatcher John Power

Tidy Towns volunteers cleaning the sea floor at Boreenatra.

checking out the wildlife with his camera and he was very happy to show his findings to the kids. TIP OF THE WEEK: Want to reduce your plastic waste but just don't know where to start? October is national Reuse month so try one, or all, of our Reuse tips - little changes make a big difference. 1. Smokers, bin that butt or Reuse an old cigarette packet to store your butts until you get to a bin. Leave a jar in your car and store butts inside, the lid will seal the odour inside leaving your car and our streets clean and butt free. 2. Bring your reusable mug! 22,000 disposable cups are thrown away every hour in Ireland. Even the compostable ones go to incinerator so don't forget your travel mug for Reuse month. 3. Refill that water bottle! Public water fountains are on their way, but until then look out for the refill sticker in Dungarvan businesses and they will refill your reusable water bottle for free. We’re meeting again this Sunday, 21st October at 12.00 noon. If you would keep an eye on Dungarvan Tidy Towns Facebook Page for location. Would you like to get involved? If you would like more information or to get involved please contact; dungarvantidytown@gmail.com or phone 058-41412.

Waterford County Museum are delighted to welcome back Dr. Pat McCarthy for this most informative talk on the Redmond’s. This is sure to grab the attention of all. The Redmond family dominated Waterford politics for sixty years. John Redmond represented Waterford at Westminster. He also represented the County in Leinster House. Redmond resigned his Parliamentary seat in Wexford to fight Parnell’s old seat in Cork but was decisively beaten in the by-election. He went on to challenge Michael Davitt in a bitter electoral struggle in Waterford. The Waterford people supported him until his death. After his death John Redmond’s son William, held the seat, and was returned in the General Election that year. It was the only seat won by the Irish Parliamentary Party in the South of Ireland - a testimony to the enduring bond between the Redmonds and Waterford. Elected to Dáil Éireann in 1923, he formed and led the ill-fated National League in 1926 and after the demise of that Party he joined Cumann na nGaedheal. After his sudden death in 1932 he was succeeded by his widow, Bridget. For almost twenty years she worked tirelessly for her constituents and also played a role on the national stage in Dáil Éireann. Pat McCarthy’s book on the Redmonds is a wide-ranging study, and offers a new insight into the political career of John Redmond and his family. Pat who is by now no stranger to Dungarvan, is a native of Waterford City, holds a PhD and an MBA from UCD and worked for many years in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. He is the author of The Irish Revolution, 1912–23: Waterford (Dublin, 2015) and Waterford and the 1916 Rising (Waterford, 2016). His talk takes place at the

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Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club on Wednesday the 17th of October at 8pm. There will be an entry fee of €5 and as always, all are welcome, bring along your book for Pat to sign! MUSEUM ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Museum AGM will take place on Thursday, 25th October at 8.00 p.m. in the Waterford County Museum, Friary Street, Dungarvan. YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the museum. The museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member. DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The Museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from

schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. CONTACT DETAILS Tel: (058) 45960 Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Website: www.waterfordmuseum.ie Facebook: waterford county museum Twitter: @waterfordmuseum TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS See what people think of our museum on TripAdvisor at https://bit.ly/2ODTk9b Waterford County Museum is a non profit organisation, curated and managed by a voluntary committee.

Object of the Week . . .

World War I Field Glasses

THESE field glasses from WWI were later used during the Revolutionary period by one of Liam Lynch's men in the Cork No 2. IRA Brigade. Lynch was an officer during the War of Independence and Commander General during the Civil War. He was shot on the 10th of April, 1923 on the Knockmealdown Mountains and died later that night in Clonmel hospital. The blood stained jacket he wore when he was shot is on display at the National Museum, Collin's Barracks. “We always vote Redmond in this house” - The Redmonds and Waterford, a political dynasty 1891-1952. A Lecture by Dr Pat McCarthy.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 17th OCTOBER, 2018 John Power and Leo Cunnage getting distracted.

Tong Tong observing local wildlife.

Surname Breen Murphy Dowling O’Brien

First Name Age Service No. Rank Matthew 23 1844 L.Cpl James 35 13988 Cpl 11738 Sgt. Michael 3578 Pr. Michael

Service Army Army Army Army (Australia)

Unit Guards M.G.Reg. R.Eng.2Field Co. S.A.Inf.2Reg. A.I.F.57Bn

Where Born Fethard Tipperary Kiltealy Wexford Waterville & Waterford Waterford

Death Category Wounds Killed in action N.S. Wounds

Date of Death 10/11/18 10/12/18 10/14/18 10/15/18

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Dungarvan Flower and Garden Club Night ON Wednesday, 3rd October, our Club night took place. Club night is often an opportunity for us to do something different and with this to the fore we had a most interesting evening with very diverse topics. Our first guest introduced by President Anne O’Sullivan was Anne Maire Rossiter, who spoke to us about the Entente Florale bid for Dungarvan.

The Club was asked to participate and added beautiful floral displays in the Council chamber on the day of adjudication. It was most interesting to learn about what went on behind the scenes, with some of the council staff starting work at 5.00 a.m. on the morning of the judging. Every step was timed to perfection. The time allotted was six hours, on the day the time taken was five hours, fifty-nine minutes

Members who were involved with the Club’s Entente Florale exhibit, with Anne Maire Rossiter.

and thirty seconds!! The European judges were most taken with the Tidy Towns concept.They were also very impressed with St. Mary’s school, were the children gave the presentation. Anne Marie also brought along the plaque which was presented to Dungarvan. Our second guests were then introduced 2 Style U better known as the Hanley sisters, Catriona and

Sandra. They spoke about how to shop smartly. They both took turns on advising us on what staples we should be trying to incorporate into our wardrobes.Three willing volunteers then put themselves forward to be advised on what colours suits them best. Tea, coffee and chat followed, lots of chat and questions.

The stylish members of the Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club with Sandra and Catriona.

Dungarvan Men’s Shed NEARLY TWENTY ATTENDING MUSIC SESSION ON THURSDAY NIGHTS Since we opened a few weeks ago on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. the music session has been very well attended on Thursday nights. Last week we continued to build on the first nights success and welcomed more new members including Joe Power and Seamus Fraher who made very enjoyable contributions while Fear an Ti Eddie Bennett has promised more singers and musicians over the next few weeks. Thanks to every single person who attended and did their bit so much that we stayed open till

Ger Dalton is looking forward to the launch of his Book at Dungarvan Library, Davitts Quay on November 1st from 6.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

after 9.30 last Thursday. Now that we have started let’s hope the fun continues and many more musicians will drop in. Beidh failte isteach. Of course there are plenty of other activities like chatting, woodworks, art or craft. We hope that many more men will have the courage to take that first step to come in through the gate of the Shed because there is no risk and you will be very welcome. The Shed is a place for men to meet and really talk to each other and share their knowledge, experience and just ‘be themselves’. ABOUT THE SHED You are very welcome to call in to the Shed at Wolfe Tone

Road to see what we are about. We are open from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Monday-Friday and Tuesday and Thursday night from 7.00 p.m. - 9ish. Contact Oliver Whelan at (089) 4026872 for further information. Follow us on Facebook at Dungarvan Men’s Shed.

Aine Whelan Community Education Facilitator Waterford Wexford ETB presents FETAC awards in Workplace Safety to Dick Clancy, Barry Flack, Paul Walsh and Johnny Sweeney. Not in picture Jack Nolan and Jay Murphy.

POEM See me down and out now show me you care. I am your brother (sister) in this world that we share. Take my shroud made of troubled design Give me a moment of your precious time. Keep my company please don't pass by. Please help me to halt the tears that I cry. Don't walk away please sit just a while. Give me this gift share your true smile. Show me you care reveal your true worth. With soothing words expel all my hurt. A moment I ask before you depart. Accept the gratitude of this strangers heart. You gave to a stranger to show that you care. In this world you truly are rare. Ger Dalton

Seamus Fraher and Pat Power take a break from playing music while we listen to Joe Power.

Stephen Power painted these Christmas trees for Walton Park.

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WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note items to be included in the West Waterford Notes column must be submitted at the latest 10.00 p.m. on the Monday night before publication. Items for the notes are always welcome and can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 087 2076704 or calling 024 92249, thank you. BABY BOY Congratulations to former Clashmore lady Mary O’Rourke and Micheal Tayor on the birth of their baby boy whom they have named Oscar, a most welcome baby brother for Luca. Best wishes from all your family and friends in Clashmore. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS ASSOCIATION With the Autumn days drawing in quickly and with our Tidy Towns activities beginning to slow down, we are planning to see out the year with another road-side clean-up on Saturday, October 27th, in conjunction with Clashmore Community Council. Afterwards we are also planning to tackle the extreme weed growth that has built up in the River Greagagh over the past month or two. So we are urging as many of you as possible, young and old, to come along to Clashmore Heritage Centre at 10.00 a.m. on the day and lend a hand with the roadside clean-up, for whatever amount of time you

can afford – some bags, pickers and gloves will be provided on the day but by all means bring your own if possible – see you all on the day! NO ELECTION POSTERS PLEASE! With the Presidential Election just around the corner, we are glad to announce that we have joined with other groups around the country in lobbying the candidates to refrain from erecting any posters in the proximity of Clashmore village and for a distance of at least 1km in both directions on the R671. We believe that there are plenty more environmentally friendly ways of campaigning rather than erecting election posters on every pole and signpost and we hope that this is a trend that can continue in the future. Can we ask that if anyone notices any errant posters in the area before the election that you report it to us on 0860740461 and we will make sure it is handled by the relevant campaign office. HORSE PLOUGHING IN KINSALEBEG Horse Ploughing will be a special feature at the upcoming Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Ploughing Match which is taking place on Sunday, 28th October, 2018, by kind permission on the lands of Bobby and Maryanne Connery, Kinsalebeg. Competitions start at 11.00 a.m. with all classes catered for. James Prendergast, our clubman and All-Ireland winner, will be

Cian Keoghane and his dad James all the way from West Cork at the Ploughing Match in Knockanore.

Conor Butler competing at the Ploughing Match in Knockanore.

ploughing on the day. There will also be some fantastic ploughmen and their horses participating in our horse ploughing competitions. Entries for competitions to be in by Thursday, 28th October, with David McGrath, Club Secretary, 086 2607534. LATE TOM MORRISSEY With deep sadness we record the death of Tommy Morrissey, formerly of Ballyheeney, Clashmore, and Grange, Cork, in his 93rd year.Tommy died peacefully on Wednesday last, October 10th, following a short illness. Tommy will be so dearly missed by his loving wife Barbara; sister Phyllis O’Halloran [Clashmore], and his nephews Francis and Martin; his step-daughters, stepson; relatives and friends. On Thursday Tommy reposed at Sullivan’s Funeral Home, Cork, followed by removal that evening to St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore. Requiem Mass for Tommy was celebrated on Friday morning followed by burial in the adjoining churchyard cemetery. May he rest in peace. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations to Jennifer and Andrew Condon on the birth of their baby girl whom they have named Roisin. Best wishes from all your family and friends in Clashmore. CREATIVE WORKSHOP IN ARDMORE Creative Ireland https://creative.ireland.ie/en/news is a Government initiative to enable creativity across the country. Each Local Authority has appointed a Creative Ireland Co-ordinator and has a Culture Team. Following consultation and community engagement, the Waterford team has produced a five year Creative Ireland Strategy for Waterford and part of that is to roll out a helpful toolkit to local groups and individuals working at local level to help them to recognise what is creative about their community and how to support that and access funding to develop that. Waterford City & County Council will run a workshop in Ardmore Community Hall on Tuesday afternoon, 23rd October, from 2.30 to 5.00 p.m. Individuals or voluntary groups interested in creating or community activities in their own community will find this very interesting. Artists, community activists building new programmes or developing existing ones should attend. In particular the organisers are hoping that drama groups, walking groups, venue managers, tidy towns groups, heritage groups and those groups already engaged in creative activity will attend. LEGENDARY JOHNNY McEVOY Plays in St. Declan's Church, Ardmore Next week, St. Declan's Church, Ardmore, will host the legendary singer songwriter Johnny McEvoy. This will be a

concert not to be missed and the audience will be in for a treat. As we stand this is going to be a sell out well in advance of the day so the remaining few tickets left are now in the Mari Mina Pharmacy, Ardmore, or from John on 086/2330810. So if interested, this concert takes place on October 26th at 8.00 p.m. and tickets are €30 with proceeds going to the St. Declan's Conference of SVP covering Ardmore Grange & Kinsalebeg. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night, October 14th. Our letters drawn were C J N Y. We had no winner of our Jackpot which now stands at €1,450. The following were our lucky weekly prizewinners of spot prizes of €20 each: Helen, Pa & Liam; Jimmy Ormond; Mike Byrne. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. EVENTS STARTING THIS WEEK AT YOUGHAL LIBRARY We have a few busy weeks ahead here in our local library in North Main Street,Youghal, with some very interesting events taking place. Starting today (Wednesday, 17th October) we have another weekly free event which will be taking place at the Library entitled “Get into walking.” This is a free workshop for adults held in conjunction with cork sports partnership trainer Fiona O’Driscoll. This takes at 11.00 a.m. and everyone is welcome just come along on the day. Staying Mentally Fit in Later Years – is a free public talk given by Dr. Rosarie Crowley, Clinical Psychologist – and it is part of the “Your good self programme”. This talk will take place in Youghal Library, North Main St., Youghal, on Friday, 19th October, 2018, at 11.00 a.m. Again everyone is very welcome. SOCIAL DANCE CLASS Social Dance Class with Helen Kealy continues in St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore, every Wednesday at 8.00 p.m. and everyone is very welcome. LIVE MUSIC SATURDAY NIGHT On this Saturday night, 20th October, at 9.00 p.m. in St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore, we will have social dancing with live music by Pat Costello and everyone is welcome. CLASHMORE & PILTOWN DEISE BRU HOUSE 45 DRIVE The following is the results from last week’s 45 Drive at Deise Bru House in Aglish Village – In joint first we had Watt Downing and Jim Dalton, Paul O’Connell and Kathleen Twohig. Best of the last five with three games were Kathleen Osbourne and Mary O’Donovan. Our Lucky last game winners this week were Tommy Osbourne and Mary Kennifick. Our weekly Bonus Spot prize winners were Marie

O’Connell and Mary Kennifick. Cards again in Deise Bru House, in Aglish Village, this Thursday at 9.00 p.m. sharp - €10 to play! All money is paid out on night! DATES FOR YOUR DIARY AT DEISE BRU HOUSE Bank holiday at Deise Brú Saturday, 27th October: Halloween Kids movie evening "Spooky Movie” on our giant screen with hot popcorn from 6.15 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. entry €3 Euro per child [includes popcorn] Sunday, 28th October: Don’t forget our Hallowe’en party October Sunday Bank Holiday from 6.00 p.m.!! All welcome. Christmas Fair – We still have a few stalls still available for our Christmas Fair on November 25th filling up fast! So booking is advised. Darts Club News – Congratulations to Deise Bru House darts team who won on their first night out away in Stradbally this week. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night [October 15th] our winners this week jointly on ten games were Paddy Kelleher and Edmond Og Ledingham. Liam Curran and Roger Hynes. In third place on six games were Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy. Best of the last five were Derry Cotter and Jock O’Connell. Sharing the lucky last game winners prize this week were Martin Lynch and Mike Hunt, Mary O’Donovan and Hannah, Lucas, Mary, Ann and Bobby Connery. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your great support. CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA club weekly Lotto draw took place last Monday night, October 15th, and the following were the numbers out of the drum this week 12, 23, 29, 30; we had no jackpot winner. Next week our jackpot will be €2,000 when our draw takes place at the

Decies Bar Clashmore. Our lucky €20 spot prizes winners this week were: Noel T. Smith; Tony Hickey; Aoibhin Hickey; Pat Collins, C/O Wa; Rosarie O’Brien. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE HERITAGE CENTRE Various classes are continuing at Clashmore Heritage Centre at present with Art Classes running on Tuesday mornings at 10.00 a.m. which is aimed at all levels and Pilates Classes on Tuesday evenings at 7.00 p.m. and both classes have spaces available so anyone interested in joining should contact us on 0861657910 or 086-0740461 or just show up on the day and we are sure you will be accommodated. For younger patrons, there are Irish Dancing classes on Monday evenings at 4.00 p.m. and soon there will be Junior Guitar lessons starting up again on Wednesday evenings from 4.30 p.m. For anyone interested in enrolling their kids for either of these classes, you can contact Nora Veale on 086-0652051 for dancing or Geoff Gould on 0860454458 for guitar lessons. LATE JIM MERNIN Our deepest sympathy is extended to all the family and friends of the late Jim Mernin, Waterford, and formerly of Villierstown. Jim died on Thursday last, October 11th. Reposing at Thompson’s Funeral Home, Waterford, Jim’s removal took place on Saturday evening to St. Paul’s Church, Lisduggan, where Requiem Mass was celebrated for him on Sunday morning, followed by burial in his native Parish in Aglish Cemetery. May he rest in peace. Jim will be so dearly missed by his loving wife Betty; his sons John and James; daughters-in-law, Joyce and Julie; grandchildren Daniel, Kelly, Adam, Bobby and Jake; by his brothers Terry, Noel, Michael and Brendan; sisters Rita, Helen and Marie; and all his relatives and many friends.

Clashmore and Piltown Parish WEEKEND MASS TIMES Piltown – Saturday Vigil Mass – 6.00 p.m. Clashmore – Sunday Morning – 9.00 a.m.

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart CHANGE OF OCTOBER MASS TIMES Please note that as from Sunday last, October 14th, the following Mass times in the Parish changed. The new times are Mount Stuart 9.45 a.m. and Aglish will be 11.00 a.m. The Vigil Mass in Ballinameela remains the same 7.30 p.m. on Saturday evenings. PARISH PASTORAL COUNCIL We are appealing for new members to join our Parish Pastoral Council. FIRST HOLY COMMUNION/FIRST PENANCE As we prepare for First Holy Communion and First Penance 2019 – our first Mass will be celebrated in Aglish Church on Sunday next, October 21st, at 11.00 a.m. NOVENA Our Novena to the Holy Souls begins on Saturday, November 17th, to Sunday, November 23rd, more details later.

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Learn to Love Fitness Clashmore / Kinsalebeg ‘Currachs on Dun Chaoin Pier’ taken at Dunquin, Co. Kerry by Photographer Kieran Russell. Finalist of An Taisce Clean Coasts Love Your Coast Photography Competition.

WELL done to everyone who finished our six week Learn to Love Fitness programme in Clashmore on Monday night. For the final session, the women designed their own programme plan, specific to their own needs and goals, which included warmups, stretches, a cardiovascular and HIIT programme, an upper and lower body resistance plan and a core strengthening plan. This demonstrated the vast amount of knowledge the women had soaked up over the six week programme. Over the six weeks, participants learned the basics of flexibility, mobility, injury prevention and how to lift weights safely and effectively. Each session was delivered in a positive, supportive, fun environment, which has provided them with the knowledge, confidence and motivation to be physically active for life. By week four, participants were demonstrating their own learning by leading the warm up/cool down and teaching each other the exercises. Feedback was exceptional with one participant saying ‘I

wouldn’t have stepped foot in a gym before, I now have the confidence to exercise and go to the gym on my own’; ‘There was no pressure, it was in a great atmosphere that pushed you in a good way, the girls were really supportive and fun.’ Learn to Love Fitness also promotes the use of rural facilitates and enables the community to get advice and assistance from WSP on how to increase usage of the facility. From the two programmes that we have run, it is evident that this is a very successful programme to get more people active and also assist rural facilities with the promotion, everyday running and sustainability of their facility. Huge thanks to tutor Shauna Walsh for her exceptional delivery of this programme and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club for the use of their gym facility. If you are interested in getting your community more active please contact Eadaoin Loughman on 0761 10 2199 or email eloughman@waterfordsportspartnerhsip.ie

WONDERFUL weather, despite Storm Callum who brought fantastic coastal opportunities for photographs, while staying well back from danger of course! Check out those autumnal colours bursting through everywhere, just beautiful! Members continue going out together eager to capture the changing of the seasons. We have had a busy few months and look forward to more trips and competitions ahead. CONGRATULATIONS Huge congratulations to club member Kieran Russell who was listed among the finalists in the ‘Clean Coasts Love Your Coast’ Photo Competition recently. This is the ninth year of this competition, capturing the essence of the Irish coast under five categories depicting Coastal Heritage, Coastal Landscape, People & the Coast,Wildlife & the Coast and Underwater. Super image Kieran! CLUB COMPETITION The monthly theme for October was ‘PERSON AT WORK’. Congratulations to

John Murphy taking 1st place with ‘Gréasaí Bróg’; joint 2nd place was shared between Mary Herlihy with ‘ Looking Up’ and John Murphy with ‘The Glassblower’. Great images put forward by everyone again, well done! Theme for November is AGING. Another interesting theme that we are looking forward to seeing how members interpret this in images. Upcoming will be Vignette and Textures. MEMBERS PRESENTATION Last month Luke O’Brien gave us a wonderful presentation of a sample of his work. Luke expertly captured some great sporting moments and we were also treated to some Australian landscapes as well as a selection of local landmarks. This month Jim Kennedy presented his fantastic collection of amazing landscapes.We enjoyed some beautiful images from trips abroad as well as wild life photos from closer to home.

Thanks to both members, and indeed all who have made presentations already, it is interesting to view the different genre and styles of each individual. A wonderful teaching and learning experience! NEXT MEETING Our next meeting will be on 13th November at 7.30 p.m. in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. New members are always welcome! Reminder that if you are interested in learning more about photography that night classes are available in Dungarvan, check out your local colleges re same. Check us out on Facebook and see what our members get up to! Thanks to all you who have found us already, we appreciate your time and interest! CONTACT You can view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and follow us on Facebook at Deise Camera Club Dungarvan and you can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com

Three Guests Three guests called round to my house one day, And welcome they were as the flowers that bloom, I invited them in and implored them to stay, And we now live together, all in one room.

PERSON AT WORK: 1st ‘Gréasaí Bróg’ by John Murphy.

They dispersed discontent with their soft lullabies, And painted my house with the dyes of delight, And dazzled I was when I opened my eyes, To a wondrous world of rainbow-hued light. I thank my three guests for the gifts that they gave, And for showing me I have the freedom to choose, I can reach for the stars, or be forever a slave, It depends only on me if I win or I lose. Now I wonder how I had existed before, When weary I was of the grey skies above, Then three welcome guests walked in through my door, Their names were Tolerance, and Laughter and Love. John Daly PERSON AT WORK: Joint 2nd ‘The Glassblower’ by John Murphy.

PERSON AT WORK: Joint 2nd ‘Looking Up’ by Mary Herlihy.

BANK OF IRELAND ‘CHARITY CYCLE’

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Bank of Ireland staff, Bredina Whelan, Geri Garvey, Jennifer Hickey (Manager), Ann Cotter, Helen Frost, Sean Byerley and Gerry Enright pictured with Robert Heffernan at the Bank of Ireland ‘Charity Cycle’ on the Greenway which raised €6,000 for Age Action. [Dan McGrath]

Hayden and Hailey Landers pictured at the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway. [Dan McGrath]

Eugene Tobin and Gerry Foley pictured on the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway for Age Action. [Dan McGrath]

Karen Darcy, Bank of Ireland, get the promotional balloons ready ahead of the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway. [Dan McGrath]

Maria Uniacke and Noelle Nolan pictured on the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway. [Dan McGrath]

Brendan, Ann and Cillian Cotter pictured at the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway for Age Action. [Dan McGrath]

Kara Curtin, Grace Power, April Curtin, Maeve Curtin and Kara Curtin, pictured with Race Walking World Champion and Olympic medalist Robert Heffernan [Dan McGrath] at the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle in aid of Age Action.

Noel Landers pictured on the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle on the Greenway for Age Action. [Dan McGrath]

Lucia Queally and Yvonne Dillion pictured at the Bank of Ireland Charity Cycle. [Dan McGrath]

Mark Mason pictured with Robert Heffernan at the Bank of Ireland Charity [Dan McGrath] Cycle on the Greenway.

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John Pelham, LIPF Technical Officer By Richard Cutbill THE SUIR VALLEY CHALLENGE The eight images of the required photographic disciplines produced by eight separate DCC photographers have been selected for this inter-club competition. Congratulations to those members whose images have been selected as the judges had a most difficult job, such is the standard and quality of work submitted. There is still time for members to submit images for the individual competition, which is totally open for anyone image selected from your collection. It is a projected competition, image to be 2400 dpi on the longest side. Contact Micheal O'Brien or John Pelham for further details or assistance. AWARDS NIGHT Just a few places left. Order now so not to be disappointed.

I AM delighted to be able to bring to you the photographic work of this very active and important member of DCC. We have been friends for many years, and I will not steal any of his thunder for he will gladly tell his own storey. Portrait of John Pelham John was born to the sound of bombs falling on London in 1943. He grew up and went to school in London until he went to Teachers Training College in 1961, specialising in Handicraft. While at college he met the love of his life, a young lady from Dungarvan, Hanna Moylan, who he subsequently married. He left college in 1964, but did not go into teaching as he could earn more money doing antique repairs. In 1969 he became selfemployed and was doing well. By 1972 he needed larger work premises, so decided, because of the cost of property, to move to Hastings on the south coast of England. There he expanded and started to make reproduction “old” style signs and mirrors (see picture). He also went into bespoke picture fram-

ing and mounting of prints, photos, mirrors, etc., Employing five people things were busy for several years until the fashion for Pub advertising died down. Picture framing also took a hit because of cheap imports. In 2003 John and his wife Hanna decided to retire back to Hanna’s hometown, Dungarvan. John joined the Dungarvan Camera Club shortly after arriving in Dungarvan and continued with the interest he had in Photography, generated by the need for it in his work. Those were the “film” days. Then came the revolution in photography “Digital imaging” making the developing and printing much cheaper and accessible to the ordinary person. John became an active member of the club, joining the committee, over the years holding several posts such as PRO, Membership secretary, and now Ed and Tech officer, assisting members with the practical things so as to understand how photography and digital manipulation work. John also does photos for a

John with two of his images and sign he made behind him. couple of community groups around Dungarvan when they hold special events, which go into the local papers. In 2013 John gained his Licentiate (LIPF) from the Irish Photographic Federation and still is learning and creating new images. (See accompanying pictures). He hopes to go on and try for his Associate distinction “AIPF” in the future.

Copper Mines Road, Tankardstown.

Colligan Bridge.

Elayne Donan Castle, Scotland.

Bonmahon Steps.

St. Mary's Collegiate Church, Youghal.

The Old Blacksmith's Shop, Carrick-on-Shannon

Evening breakwater.

He says that joining the club was one of the best things he did, as it gives you the chance to make new friends with a common interest. Anybody reading this with an interest in photography should consider joining the club which meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 8.00 p.m. in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. They would be most welcome.

Tracey (Veronica) and Jack (John Cullinane) in full flow at rehearsals last week.

Brideview Drama TIME FOR A LAUGH IN TALLOW IT’S comedy time in Tallow as Brideview Drama stage an hilarious comedy play ‘Pretend Sick’ in just two weeks time. Taking the cast of eleven under her wing, Emily Aherne is making her directing debut putting this madcap, hilarious show on the stage at Tallow Community Centre for a four night run this November. Katie Logan played by Theresa Costigan spends her days pretending to be a crippled and decrepit old lady so that her daughter (Michelle O’Keeffe) won’t leave her living alone. But, as soon as Mary’s back in turned, Katie is running around the house like a spring chicken, plotting and scheming to make Mary’s life a misery. All the while her son, Sean, played by James Clancy, squanders the family farm, spending every penny on the demon drink with his giddy pub buddies Liam Roche, Ted O’Brien, Jim Hyde and Jack Aherne. The loved-up next door neighbours Tracey (Veronica Henley) and Jack (John Cullinane) are full of the joys of newly married life which makes Mary realise that it’s time for her to wave goodbye to her stick-in-the-mud gom of a boyfriend, Martin Puddler (played by John Roche). The deal is sealed when a tall, dark and handsome gentleman comes knocking (William Curley) but will he manage to sweep Mary off her feet? A night of laugh-out loud chaotic comedy is promised and there will be plenty groovy tunes from the 70s and 80s to keep your toes tapping. To banish the Winter blues, be sure to book for this Brideview show which is only around the corner. The performance dates are Friday November 2nd, Saturday November 3rd, Wednesday, November 7th and Saturday, November 10th at 8.15 p.m. nightly in Tallow Community Centre. To book text 087-2542216 with your name, the number of tickets you want and the performance date. Tickets €10. By kind permis- Crippled Katie (Theresa Costigan) practicing her aerobics while she's sion of the Drama League of home alone. Ireland.

Mick (Liam Roche) and Joe (Ted O'Brien) promise to give up the drink in the morning.

COUNTY NEWS

“A Friend In Need” by Jimmy Keary

JOHN PHILLIPS John Phillips plays the part of Lorcan Fitzpatrick … Clodagh’s husband, a farmer, who acts before thinking! An ideal part for John who started his acting career with Youghal Little Theatre in Cinderella 22 years ago. Since then John has gone on to play many parts in plays and drama’s including, “Moll”, ”Many Young Men Of Twenty” Captain Carrot in “Men At Arms” and “Shadow Of A Gunman”. John has also recently been involved in numerous radio plays.

OLWYN DILLON Playing the part of “Clodagh Fitzpatrick” the free spirited exgirlfriend of Fergus, who loves literature and romantic ideals is Olwyn Dillon. Having moved to Youghal just two years ago, she has a wealth of experience in amateur dramatics. Over many years she has performed in musicals, straight plays and radio plays. She has appeared in Cork Opera House, and the Millennium Theatre, Limerick. Olwyn is really enjoying her time with Youghal Little Theatre and is looking forward to her second production with them.

GERALDINE HEARTY Geraldine Hearty is a well known member of Youghal Parish Choir and she has also been a performing member of Youghal Musical Society for its entire 25 years. Geraldine plays the part of “Margot Clancy”, Maeve’s strident mother, in this year’s production. While Geraldine’s first love is singing she thinks ‘A Friend In Need’ is hilarious and she is really enjoying rehearsals.

MICHAEL RIORDAN Although this is his first production with Youghal Little Theatre, Michael Riordan is no stranger to stage. He has performed in numerous plays, musicals and panto’s over the years, with groups such as Youghal Musical Society, Inch Drama Group and Conna Dramatic Society to name but a few. Mike plays the part of “Barry Feeney”, a happy-go-lucky friend of Fergus’- Michael is delighted to be given the opportunity to work with Youghal Little Theatre in this year’s production.

ORLA AHERN Maeve is the loving wife of Fergus Lambe, however we see her real courage and strength when her marriage is put to the test.What a wonderful year it has been so far for 23 year old Orla Ahern from Dungourney who plays the part of Maeve in this year’s production. Orla first joined Youghal Musical Society at the beginning of the year, as part of the cast for their 2018 production Calamity Jane. Orla is now delighted to be a member of Youghal Little Theatre and she hopes you will all enjoy the show.

FRANK MOLONEY Meet ”Fergus Lambe” a married freelance writer in his midthirties. Fergus is played by Frank Moloney. Frank discovered performing as recently as last year when he brought his daughter to an audition for the Youghal Musical Society’s production of ‘Joseph’ and ended up being cast as Pharaoh (Elvis!). This year, Frank went on to play the part of Bill Hickok in ‘Calamity Jane’. Frank is delighted to be playing Fergus in this gloriously funny comedy.

LIAM McCARTHY & ADAM WHELAN “Cyril Potter” is a timid and shy funeral director – the part of Cyril in this year’s production is shared between Liam McCarthy and Adam Whelan. Liam McCarthy has been cast as Cyril Potter in this year’s production. Cyril is a funeral director, aloof, sombre and very confused! Playing him is great fun. Liam has been acting since 1981, firstly with St. John’s Players in Waterford. Since moving back to Youghal he has been very involved with Youghal Little Theatre and occasionally with Youghal Musical Society. A very active committee member Liam also enjoys backstage work almost as much as being on stage. Sharing this role with Liam is Adam Whelan. Adam made his stage debut earlier this year in Youghal Musical Society’s ‘Calamity Jane’ and was instantly hooked! He loves being part of Cyril Potter, a funeral director with literary aspirations but not a lot of sense.

“A FRIEND IN NEED” by Jimmy Keary – A Youghal Little Theatre production will be staged at The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal this October from Wednesday 24th to Saturday 27th nightly at 8.00 p.m. Tickets for “A Friend in Need” are now available from Cree’s Card Shop located on Youghal’s North Main St., online at themallartscentre.com or on the door each night. Tickets sales to date are brisk so early booking is advisable. As we count down the sleeps to this year’s production we take a look behind the stage curtain to meet our wonderful cast and their characters for this year’s production:

ORLA IRWIN “Tilly Trimble”- The Lambe’s housekeeper is not always tuned in! – Tilly is played by Orla Irwin. Orla is well known in local drama circles and has been involved in numerous productions with Harmony. Orla was also a member of last year’s all star cast of “The Two Loves of Gabriel Foley”. A long time member of the Killeagh Choir, Orla loves comedy and is really enjoying playing the character of “Tilly”.

ELIZABETH MOREY Playing the part of “Rosie O’Regan” – The Fitzpatrick’s housekeeper and a friend of Tilly’s in this year’s production is Elizabeth Morey. Elizabeth has been a stellar performer for many years in local amateur drama and choral circles. She has performed many parts from John B Keane and Martin McDonagh plays, while also enjoying her numerous roles in musical productions.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan

Rehearsals for November production ‘Rosie’ starring Dungarvan’s own Moe Dunford – Opens 19th October Lady Windermere’s Fan in full swing! A CAST of “thousands” has been assembled and lines are being learned as our Director, Deirdre Collender, brings her vision, to Dungarvan Dramatic Club’s, November production “Lady Windermere’s Fan”, from page to stage. Mark the dates Wednesday, November 21st to Saturday, 24th November - in your diaries, for what promises to be a wonderful production of this timeless Oscar Wilde classic. Having already written three tragedies, with little success, Wilde was unperturbed and went on to write another play but this time turned to comedy. He based himself in the Lake District for much of the time whilst writing “Lady Windermere’s Fan” and in

typical Wildean fashion, numerous characters in the play appear to draw their names from the north of England. Lady Windermere (Eleanor Hennessy), Duchess of Berwick (Padraigin Ni Chadhla), Lord Darlington (Paul Coffey) are names clearly inspired by Lake Windermere and the nearby town of the same name, Berwick-upon Tweed and the town of Darlington respectively. Following exhaustive revisions of the play, it was ready to be premiered in February 1892 at the St. James’s Theatre London. It has been said that Wilde’s popularity as a playwright began with this production of Lady Windermere’s Fan. Such was its

Con O’Sullivan (Lord Windermere) and Dave Pollock (Lord Augustus Lorton) in rehearsal for “Lady Windermere’s Fan”.

success that it earned Wilde £7000 in the first year alone-the equivalent of £698,600 today! A marvellous mixture of the comic and the serious “Lady Windermere’s Fan” is filled with larger than life characters, intriguing twists and turns, and of course, famous Wildean one liners, which we know and love for their wit and insight. The “fan”, that strings together the scenes of the play, is sometimes a symbol of modesty but at other times, it is, ironically, evidence of infidelity. So, remember the dates and be sure not to miss the opportunity to enjoy a marvellous and memorable night of theatre Dungarvan Dramatic Club’s production of, “Lady Windermere’s Fan” November 21st to 24th, Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre.

Eleanor Hennessy (Lady Windermere) in pensive mood at ”Lady Windermere’s Fan” rehearsal.

The Gobshites - 21st Birthday bash IT'S hard to believe that 21 years have passed since the Anchor Bar

launched a Thursday night music session that led to the formation

Pictured clockwise from top left: James McGrath, Dermot Dwyer, Kieran Eaton, Connor Power.

of The Gobshites; a four piece band that few can compare to. But 21 years it is. This Friday, October 19th,The Gobshites will make a rare appearance at the Anchor Bar and will celebrate their 21st birthday with their first gig of 2018! It promises to be a great night as the band has chosen to play a selection of songs they have performed over the last 21 years and, knowing them, some songs they have never even rehearsed. If you're lucky enough to have been at any of their early Anchor sessions then you'll know what to expect and if you're not then take it from me, this band is not to be missed. This could be your last chance until next year. See you at the Anchor on Friday because the Gobshites are back for one night only.

ROSIE, takes place over a day and a half, ‘Rosie’ follows the titular character (Sarah Greene) desperately trying to find a home for her family while her partner, John Paul (Moe Dunford), works to keep them afloat. After their landlord sells their rented house and they become homeless, Rosie spends every day calling hotels from a list given to her by Dublin City Council. All she is looking for is a room, even just for the night, as the means they are forced to live by become ever more desperate. It tells the story of a mother trying to protect her family after her landlord sells their rented home and they become homeless. Finding a room, even for a night, is a tough job and finding

somewhere permanent to live is even harder. Over 36 hours, Rosie (Sarah Greene) and her partner John Paul (Moe Dunford) strive to maintain a loving family unit while shielding their young family from the reality of the situation. ROSIE examines how, even in times of crisis, the love and strength of a family can endure. Penned by Roddy Doyle after he had heard a radio interview where a young woman with no home was describing her attempts to find a place to stay for the night with her family. The eloquence with which she told her story of homelessness struck a chord with Doyle who had been thinking about telling a story about the homeless crisis in Ireland.

Under The Clock By Tamara Ní Shíocháin TÁ an clár faisnéise “Under The Clock” bunaithe ar cheann de na sainchomharthaí is suimiúla in Éirinn. Le blianta, bhuail daoine faoi “Clery’s clock” agus bhí clú agus cáil air mar an áit ar féidir lánúineacha bualadh le chéile sa phríomhchathair.Tá an clog fós ann, ach is dócha nach bhfuil aon cuimhne ag daoine óga air mar áit chruinnithe do lánúineacha. Thosaigh a lán caidrimh faoi chlog an tsiopa, tuismitheoirí an stiúrthóra agus tuismitheoirí ceann de na léiritheoirí san áireamh. Agus mar sin, ba mhaith le Colm Nicell (an stiúrthóir) na cuimhní sin a choimeád beo. Tá carachtair sa scannán a insíonn scéalta faoina gcéad chruinnithe faoin gclog. Cuimhníonn Peter agus Kathleen Cullen plátaí sceallóga sa Cafe Ritz ar Shráid na Mainistreach. Labhraíonn Ray Gunn faoi a bhean chéile agus a halchólachas. Tugann Philippa Ryder léargas suimiúil dúinn ar an saol mar bhean trasinscneach 20 bliain ó shin. Ina theannta sin,

labhraíonn siad go léir faoin saol ag an am sin agus na difríochtaí idir ansin agus anois. Níl aon dabht ach go bhfuil gach rud an-difriúil anois nuair a bhíonn said ag labhairt faoi fhóin phóca agus “Tinder”. B'fhéidir go mbeadh sé deas má thaispeánfadh an clog níos mó sa scannán, ach é sin ráite tá cuntais agus scéalta na charachtair an-suimiúil agus faighimid léargas maith ar shaol na ndaoine ag an am sin. Ráta: 3/5

SCHOOL NEWS

Principal, Danny Cunningham pictured with the Academic Award winners. Front left to right: Caitlín McCarthy, Oliwia Chruslak, Brianna Power, Alina Walsh, Amy Donnelly. Back left to right: Erin O’Shea, Serena Murray, Michael Lynch, Principal Danny Cunnigham, Nathan O’Mahoney, Ciara Cliffe, Rebecca Young. [Pat Crowley]

Academic Awards Night THE school community, staff, parents and students, of Dungarvan College gathered on Thursday, 4th of October for the Annual Academic Awards evening. Students who were invited to receive their hard earned awards for academic achievement shone with pride in front of their supportive parents and guardians. Principal Danny Cunningham congratulated all the award winners and wished the class of 2018 the very best for the future.

Principal, Danny Cunningham and Art Teacher, Ciara Whelan pictured with the recipient of the LCVP award 2018, Serena Murray. [Pat Crowley]

Art Teacher, Ciara Whelan pictured with the Leaving Cert Art award winner, Rebecca Young. [Pat Crowley]

Teacher, Michaela O’Grady pictured with the recipient of the Junior [Pat Crowley] Certificate Technical Graphics award, Briana Power.

Teacher, Áine Ni Dhonnabhain pictured with the recipient of the Junior Certificate Irish and Business Studies award, Ciara Cliffe. [Pat Crowley]

Teacher, Michaela O’Grady pictured with the recipient of the Junior [Pat Crowley] Certificate Metalwork award, Oliwia Chruslak.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

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WIT/BSTAI Recognises Success of Junior Certificate A Grade Students WATERFORD Institute of Technology in association with the Business Studies Teachers Asssociation of Ireland (BSTAI) hosted a special awards night for secondary school students in the South East Region who received an A grade in Junior Certificate Higher level Business Studies this year. The ceremony, now in its 14th year took place on Tuesday evening, 9th October in the W.I.T. Arena, Carriganore. 330 students from 52 schools in the region (Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny, Carlow and South Tipperary) attended the awards ceremony with their Parents, Business Studies Teachers and School Principals. The ceremony celebrates and recognises excellence in Junior Certificate Business Studies. The Chairman of BSTAI Pat Younger and Dr. Derek O’Byrne presented students with a scroll/certificate of achievement, and Business Teachers also received recognition plaques. Dr.Tom O’Toole, Head of the School of Business at W.I.T. said that the evening was an opportunity for Parents,Teachers and Principals to celebrate the success of their students. “This Ceremony recognised students’ excellence, while also giving them an opportunity to view the modern campus and facilities here at WIT. In time we hope to welcome these students back to WIT as undergraduates in one of our many Business Courses”.

Students from St. Augustine’s College, Abbeyside, Co. Waterford who were presented with Waterford Institute of Technology/BSTAI Junior Certificate Awards, for achieving an 'A' grade in their Junior Certificate Honours Business Studies. From left Dr. Derek O'Byrne, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar WIT; Margo McCann, Teacher; Stephen Hennebry, Gearoid O'Donovan, Barry O'Brien, Katie Ahearn, Sean O'Sullivan and Michael O'Sullivan, Deputy Principal. Seated from left Allanah Kelly, Chloe Keane, Jane Gleeson, Aine O'Neill, Róise Ní Mhuirí and Ellen Maye. [Sean Byrne]

Students from Ard Scoil na nDeise were presented with Waterford Institute of Technology/BSTAI Junior Certificate Awards, for achieving 'A' grades in their Junior Certificate Honours Business Studies. Seated from left: Aoife O’Brien, Rachel Harty, Jennifer O’Keeffe, Principal; Martha Ryan and Gillian Whelan. Back row: Prof. Denis Harrington, Head of Dept. of Graduate Business; Julianne Foley, teacher; Míde Delaney, Ella Harrington, Elia Tutty, Ella O’Neill, Aisling [Aileen Drohan] Oakes, Joanne Wong, Alanah Donnelly, Caoimhe Power, Anne Gleeson, teacher and Dr. Tom O’Toole, Head of School of Business, WIT.

Students from St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford who were presented with Waterford Institute of Technology/BSTAI Junior Certificate Awards, for achieving an 'A' grade in theIr Junior Certificate Honours Business Studies. From left Dr. Derek O'Byrne, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar WIT; Aimee Coady, Peter Walsh, Sorcha Dee and Bridget Mitchell, Teacher. Seated from left Hayley Phelan, Shiona Dunphy, Leah Kirwan and Mia Flynn. [Sean Byrne]

Students from CBS, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford who were presented with WIT/BSTAI Junior Certificate Awards, for achieving an 'A' grade in their Junior Certificate Honours Business Studies. From left Dr. Derek O'Byrne, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar WIT; Mr. Pat Collins, Teacher; Kyle Walsh, Peter Szabo, Jakub Kozluk and Pat [Sean Byrne] Younger, Chairperson BSTAI South East.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

ST. DECLAN’S COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Ladies Football ON Tuesday, 9th October our Junior Ladies Football team travelled to Youghal to take on Pobalscoil na Trionoide in the first round of the junior championship. St. Declan’s got off to a very poor start and really struggled to settle for the first 30 minutes scoring only 1 point in the first half despite playing with the wind. The second half proved to be a better game with St. Declan’s playing more like a team and fought back with tremendous grit and persistence which resulted in them having most of the possession in this half. They had loads of scoring chances but luck was not with them on the day and the gap unfortunately proved too wide for them to bridge. Final score Pobalscoil na Trionaide 5-6; St. Declan’s 1-5. RETIREMENT Our Deputy Principal, Mary Dunbar, retired on Friday, 5th October, after 40 years of dedicated service to St. Declan’s Community College. Mary saw many changes during her time in St. Declan’s, with greatly increased enrolment,

various building projects and many different approaches to teaching, learning and school management. Through all these changes Mary showed a great capacity to adopt while maintaining a constantly high standard of teaching and later school leadership. During her time with us in St. Declan’s. Mary was always hardworking, diligent, highly efficient and meticulous in her approach. She was a warm colleague and good friend to staff and was kind, caring and approachable to all school students. Everyone associated with St. Declan’s past and present, wishes Mary and her husband many happy and healthy years of retirement, and we thank her for her great contribution to the development of our school. SENIOR HURLING We play Ballincollig from Cork in the first round of the Munster Colleges hurling this week. Preparations and training are going well and we played a very good challenge game against Tramore last week. Best of luck to the lads in the campaign.

SUPER GAMES BLITZ – Twenty five members of our U-15 football panel together with Coach John Phelan and Mr. Kirwan travelled to Abbotstown for the Sky Sports Super Games Blitz. Our players were selected on teams with players from all four provinces and played three games each. After the blitz the players met with Johnny Cooper, winner of five All-Ireland titles with Dublin for a chat and some coaching tips. FRIENDSHIP WEEK St. Declan’s was a fun filled place last week as our students took part in many activities to

celebrate Friendship. Junior students had fun activities in the Gym all week, while Senior students enjoyed

coffee and a chat in the warm atmosphere of The Coach House. The entire school benefitted

from this worthwhile initiative and we are all grateful to Mr. Carroll for his hard work and enthusiasm.

TY Students remember victims of The Holocaust – With the help of our resident gardening expert, Fr. Ben O’Connor OSA, TY students planted bulbs to honour the children who perished in The Holocaust, followed by a prayer service with Fr. Gerry Horan, OSA. Thanks to Ms. Úna Ryan, class teacher.

Irish Junior Science Olympiad – Congratulations to TY students Stephen Hennebry, Alannah Kelly and Ellen Maye who have been invited to take part in the Junior Science Olympiad in Dublin City University later this month. Invitations are issued to students based on grades achieved in their Junior Certificate exam.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Open Morning FOLLOWING our very successful Open Morning, a reminder to the parents/ guardians of prospective 1st Year students for the academic year 2019/20 that the closing date for completed application forms is November 8th, 2018 at 4.00 p.m. Application forms are available on the school website www.staugustines.ie

MID-TERM STUDY Supervised study is available at the college over the Mid-Term break. It's free for students who are currently enrolled for study.The cost for those who are not signed up for after school study is €30. Application forms are available on the school website.

Soccer News: U-19 team that came from two goals down to win 4-2 against Blackwater Lismore, goals from Daithí Brunnock, Ben O’Donovan, Lee Lannon and D.J. Melia. Well done to all including mentors, Mr. Donal Williams and Mr. William Kelly.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Transition Year students attend Mental Health Awareness Seminar in Cork ON Wednesday, 10th October, the Transition Year students of Ard Scoil na nDéise attended a Mental Health Awareness Seminar. This inspirational event was held in the Clayton Hotel, Silver Springs. We hired a bus to take us there. It was a quick journey up, as it was spent chatting and laughing with friends. We were all excited for the busy day ahead. We were brought into large room where 700 other Transition Year students from various schools around Cork were already seated. Our first speaker was Hannah Tyrell, a well known sports star who excels in and loves all sports she has tried since early childhood. She told us all about her incredible achievements, awards and accomplishments and her progression from soccer to ladies football to 7’s and 15’s rugby. Then, in harsh contrast, she told

us about her emotions at this time as she developed bulimia at age 12, when she was thinking bad thoughts about herself. She started to do anything just to see her weight decrease and would harm herself as punishment. This struggle of hers continued on, worsening as she didn’t tell anyone. It got very severe, but she did start to seek help. It was still a very long struggle, but once she opened up, after 10 years, she overcame it thanks to her friends, family and counselling.This story showed us an insight we may not have known before, making many of us emotional, sympathetic and inspired. From her story, we see how important it is to share your feelings & not to suffer alone. We then heard three inspiring speeches written by students our age that further enforced this message, it took amazing courage

There was a packed house in Cork for the Mental Health Awareness Seminar.

for them to speak on such a sensitive subject, but they spoke wonderfully; with passion and meaning. We also got to listen to performances of music on this topic, one being a rap about drugs that explained that recovery isn’t easy and how slippery of a slope it is when using drugs, called “Blackened, my soul”. Another song was by ‘Gatch’, about his friend, who almost committed suicide.We were then given a short lunch break before continuing. After break, we headed back into the hall to hear the people from Jigsaw speak. The speakers were called Pip and Ger and they told us about how Jigsaw is a youth mental health organisation based in 12 different locations around the country. They used a website called ‘slido’ to interact with the audience and survey us on our opinions about mental health. Pip also told us a true story about a boy and how he overcame his anxiety. They explained how we can contact them if we need any help. It was nice because they seemed like they understood how teenagers feel and were passionate about mental health. The final speaker of the day, and definitely most people’s favourite, was Liam Doocey. He is a youth worker with the Youth Health Service in Penrose

Tired but victorious. Well done to all involved in the Camogie Blitz. House, Cork. He was introduced as a rockstar and the woman said she “had to put him last because nobody could follow him”. Liam told us about his experience visiting schools and about how the Youth Health Service is free and the only one of its kind that exists in Ireland. He was hilarious and really lifted everyone’s mood after what was a heavy day. At the same time he was very informative about a wide range of topics, not only mental health. At two o’clock, we were back on the bus. But we weren’t ready to go home quite yet. You can’t travel all the way to Cork without doing a bit of shopping! We got to go around Cork City, getting a bite to eat and getting something small for ourselves in Penney’s. At four o’clock we were on the journey home. It was a fascinating day, one none of us could have expected. We were all incredibly inspired by people’s stories and the outstanding work by all of the speakers.

Written by Mikayla Lonergan, Alanah Donnelly and Lauren Douris ARD SCOIL NA nDÉISE HOSTS CAMOGIE BLITZ FOR LOCAL SECONDARY SCHOOLS On Wednesday, 3rd October, our school hosted a Camogie Blitz for First, Second and Third Year students from schools across Waterford.The blitz took place in Dungarvan GAA grounds and an enjoyable day was had by all. As Transition Years, we helped out in the running of events during the day and we were all assigned different jobs in order to create a fun atmosphere for the players participating.We all walked down to the pitch and got ready for the day ahead.We entered two teams which both had great success throughout the day, with one winning the blitz outright! The participating schools were: Árd scoil na Mara Tramore, St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas, Pobail Scoil Youghal, WaterPark, An

Rinn and Árd Scoil na nDéise. With all teams ready to go, we began at 11 a.m. Árd scoil 2 were narrowly defeated in their four matches and put up great battles against very hard oppositions. Árd scoil 1 were also very good and managed to win two out of their three matches losing to a strong Youghal team. This left them in a semi-final against Waterpark. They played a great match and despite being tired, they put in a huge effort and came out on top, now reaching the final against St Declan’s Kilmacthomas 1 who beat Tramore 1 in the other semifinal. The final was a brilliant game of camogie to watch and was very close between the two evenly matched teams however, in the end a strong Árd Scoil side won by 1:3 to 1 point. A great day was had by all and everyone enjoyed the experience. Written by Míde Delaney & Ella O’Neill

DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Parents’ Advisory Council Bag Pack THE Parents’ Advisory Council recently held their annual fundraising Bag Pack in Garvey’s Supervalu on Thursday 11th, Friday 12th and Saturday, 13th October. The Parents Advisory Council would like to thank Garvey’s for the opportunity to hold the bag pack in their store and their co-operation throughout the fundraiser. An enormously big thank you must go to the staff and management of Garvey’s for the kindness and guidance shown to both parents and students who manned the bag packing stations. Dungarvan CBS would like to take the opportunity to thank the Parents Advisory Council for organising the fundraiser, and also thanks to all the parents that helped out over the three days. A big thank you must also go to the numerous students who did the school proud. Over the course of the three days the positive feedback received was lovely to hear and makes the school community extremely proud of our boys. 6th YEAR AG SCIENCE CLASS HARVEST THEIR POTATO CROP The 6th Year Ag Science class harvested and cooked the Setanta and Lumper variety of potatoes

that they planted last May. TY’S GO SURFING IN TRAMORE Monday October 8th, Transition Years enjoyed surfing in Tramore. For many, this was their first experience. It was most exhilarating and they are really eager to try it again.

TONY 10 – TONY O’REILLY DISCUSSES GAMBLING ADDICTION Tony O’Reilly gave a presentation to the Transition Years on Wednesday October 10th on gambling addiction. His story is a salutary one and hopefully the students learned something valuable. TY Students help out with the Parents Advisory Council's Bag Pack in Garvey's Supervalu.

Time to hit the waves in Tramore for their surfing lesson.

Group of CBS students checking out the transport options at the recent Ploughing match.

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Blackwater Community School Award Recipients 2018.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Blackwater Community School Academic Awards Night OUR annual Awards Ceremony was held in late September to recognise all who did fantastically at the exams this year and to present Gold medals and Scholarships to students in acknowledgement of their success in the Leaving Cert this year. This night would not happen without the generous support of our sponsors and patrons and we thank them for their continuous support of this ceremony each year. This year’s award recipients are: The Eric Flynn Sport & Physical Education Scholarship was presented to Aoife Dowd. The John & Judy Ring Scholarship for Physiotherapy & Gold Medal in French was presented to Barry Nolan. The Kitty Luskin Scholarship for Nursing was presented to Megan Osborne. The Kieran Fenton Scholarship for Education was presented to Lisa Barry. The Tony Bolger/Jack McCarthy Gold Medal in English was presented to Lisa Barry. The Caoimhe O’Brien Gold Medal for Gaeilgeoir na Bliana was presented to Thomas Ahern. The Dr. Lordan Medicine Scholarship went to Anne Marie O’Brien. The Patricia & Michael Morrissey Human Nutrition Scholarship went to Marie Williams. The Jack Aherne Veterinary Scholarship & Gold Medal for Biology was presented to Liam O’Brien. The Patricia & Michael Morrissey Biomedical Science Scholarship & Gold Medal for Maths was presented to Jane Murphy. The Neil Twomey Education & Psychology Scholarship and Gold Medal For Social & Scientific went to Karen Looby. The David Walsh Office Supplies Business Scholarship and Gold Medal

For Business went to Gemma O’Donnell. The Lismore & Cappoquin Credit Union Education Scholarship & Joern Wiebe Gold Medal for German went to Noel Cliffe. The TQS Integration International Business Scholarship and Gold Medal for Agricultural Science went to Peter Kennedy. The John & Niamh Reynolds Biomedical Engineering Scholarship and Gold Medal for D. C. G. was presented to Tara Hickey. The Kenneally Steel Fabrication Biomedical Science Scholarship and Gold Medal for Chemistry was presented to Rachel Seery. The Richmond House Hotel Gold Medal for History was presented to Alison Prendergast. The Arthur Maderson Gold Medal for Art was presented to Katie Whelan. The Roche’s Centra Supermarket Gold Medal for Music was presented to Lisa Barry. The Mari Mina Pharmacy Gold Medal for Physics was presented to Jane Murphy. The Daphne & Séan Power Gold Medal for Engineering was presented to Alex O’Shea. The O’Sullivan Foliage Gold Medal for Construction Studies was presented to Robbie Geary. The Tony Glavin Gold Medal for Accounting was presented to Séan Casey. The Foleys on the Mall Gold Medal for LCVP was presented to Rebecca Fennessy. The Anne Fitzgerald Gold Medal for Irish was presented to Anne Marie O’Brien. The Orla Flynn Gold Medal for Creativity was presented to Ellen McGrath. The Clonmel Travel Gold Medal for Geography was presented to Barry

Nolan. The Tom & Marie Cavanagh Highest Achiever in Junior Cert was presented to Jane Foley and in Leaving Cert it was presented to AnneMarie O’Brien. The Students of the Year Michaela Prendergast, John O’Dwyer, Mairead O’Brien, Caoimhe O’Brien and Keith Burke were also recognised on the night. Mr. Michael McBride received The Community Service Award in recognition for his contribution to working with Community Work in particular his work with students involved in the Pope John Paul II Awards with three students this year going for The Papal Cross. Mrs. Anne Devine received The Hall of Fame Award for all she contributed to education in the community in her time in Cappoquin. TRANSITION YEAR ACTIVITIES Last Wednesday a Transition Year group held a Trift Shop in Lismore from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and were delighted with the overall response to it. Transition year students are attending the Careers Fair in Rochestown Hotel, Cork, this Tuesday. LADIES FOOTBALL Well done to our Junior Ladies Football team on their victory last week and Good Luck to the senior team in their match this week at home. UNDER 16½ HURLING Best of luck to the under 16½ hurlers in their championship game against Dungarvan CBS this week. CAREERS NIGHT A senior Careers Night will take place in the School on Thursday night, October 25th. Many colleges and universities will attend. More details to follow. DEAN RYAN HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP The start of the Dean Ryan championships unfolded in Rathcormac on a

fine Wednesday morning. The Blackwater boys were confident and calm walking off the bus. There wasn’t a breath of wind in the air; the calm before the storm. Colaiste Chriost Ri and Blackwater both warmed up apparently un-interested in one another but both here for one reason, to win! The throw-in was tense, the scramble began. A free from the 20 yard line made it easy work for Eddie Walsh to send it over.This was followed by a point by Eoghan Lenehan. A push on the back gave Aaron “Horse” Ryan an easy free, followed by a lovely point by Eddie Walsh. Jamie Power was next to push on the Colaiste defensive line but pressure got too much for the Modeligo man and he missed this free. Walsh stepped up for another free sending it over the bar in true captain fashion. There was great defending by Mickey-Joe Curran as he faced three attackers alone. Sean Hickey ran into the square but with no benefit. Cathal Murphy the Ballyduff clubman ran the length of the field laying off to Jordan Murphy from Lismore who scored a jaw dropping goal. Sam Unicake and Lenehan followed with 2 more points. Colaiste Chriost Ri were yet to score a point. Captain Eddie Walsh then converted a golf style goal. A free for Colaiste gave them their first opportunity and with it a successful point raising the team’s moral. Hickey once more added to Blackwater’s tally this time with a point.Third a fourth goal opportunities came to Blackwater’s way but they were unable to convert. Colaiste picked up a yellow card for foul language. DJ Khaled once said “another one” an apt phrase for Walsh who was on fire with his scoring. A fifth goal chance came for blackwater but with no joy again, it was“slipping away like paste through a colander.” Half time score Blackwater 3-14, Colaiste Chriost Ri 0-2. The start of the second opened to drops of rain. Sean Hickey, Eddie Walsh

and especially Jamie Power showed great leadership clearing balls and scoring points. Colaiste came back determined to improve on their first half performance and they showed amazing defending. But they stood no chance as Eoghan Lenehan went on to open the scoring with a skilfull point. Blackwater stood strong defending against Colaiste but despite this Colaiste succeeded in scoring a cracking point; it was textbook stuff. They were on fire scoring another point within a minute of the last one but j ust before the whistle blew Pearse O’Rourke sealed the deal the final goal of the match for Blackwater. The final score was Blackwater 4-22, Colaiste Chriost Ri 0-8. At the end of a great game we had to give Jamie Power of Modeligo the Man of the match honours for his outstanding defending and amazing skills. Reported by Rory Kiely and Adam Bourke. WELL BEING WEEK AT BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL Last week our Well Being Committee organised a great variety of activities with the overall aim to improve our participation and to get involved under the themes of this year’s Health and Wellbeing week of Physical Activity, Health & Wellbeing and Mental Health. All years got the opportunity to be active during lunchtimes from Tug of War, to Penalty Shoot outs to volleyball, to athletics, yoga and rowing. In class we tried out meditation and Drop and Colour and students had a presentation on Mental Health while saying to students that it’s okay not to be okay but know there is support available for them. On Friday we welcomed Limerick All Ireland captain and Adare hurler Declan Hannon who spoke to students on well being and mental health. Thanks to the Committee for the great opportunity they afforded us all.

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Mr Michael McBride received The Community Service Award from Mr. Declan Doocey, Chairperson Board of Management and our three students Sheena, Adriana and Phoebe who are in line for The Papal Cross.

The Tom & Marie Cavanagh Highest Achiever in Junior Cert was presented to Jane Foley and in Leaving Cert it was presented to Anne Marie O’Brien by Mr. Declan Doocey, Chairpreson of the Board of Management. Also included is Guest Speaker Mrs. Anne Devine.

The Roches Centra Supermarket Gold Medal for Music was presented to Lisa Barry by Laura Roche.

Ms. Niamh Rockett receives her award from Denis Ring in recognition of her achievements with Waterford Camogie and being named on the Camogie Team of the Year.

The John & Niamh Reynolds Biomedical Engineering Scholarship and Gold Medal for D.C.G. was presented to Tara Hickey by Niamh Reynolds.

The Orla Flynn Gold Medal for Creativity was presented to Ellen McGrath by Guest Speaker Mrs. Anne Devine. Also included is School Principal Denis Ring.

The Anne Fitzgerald Gold Medal for Irish was presented to Anne Marie O’Brien by Mrs. Anne Fitzgerald. Also included is teacher Michelle Ryan.

The Tony Glavin Gold Medal for Accounting was presented to Séan Casey by Mr. Tony Glavin

Keith Burke receives his Overall Student of the Year Award from Ms. Nicole Landers, TQS Integration.

Mairead O’Brien receives her Student of the Year award from Guest Speaker Mrs. Anne Devine.

The Clonmel Travel Gold Medal for Geography was presented to Barry Nolan by Mr. Kevin O’Mahony.

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POBALSCOIL NA TRÍONÓIDE, YOUGHAL

Thank you! €1,640 raised for HOPE

A HUGE thank you to the people of Youghal and its environs for their generosity at our recent Flag Day for The Hope Foundation. A wonderful €1,640 was raised on the day. A special thank you to Crowleys, Lidl, SuperValu, Spar and the Post Office for their support. David, Eabha, Eimear, Kate, Niall and Tara, TY Pobalscoil na Tríonóide, Youghal.

David Collins.

Eimear Hayes and Tara Flavin.

Niall Sheehan.

Kaitlyn Goge.

Ian Hehir.

Eabha Walsh, Clara Coughlan and Chloe O’Connell.

POBALSCOIL NA TRIONOIDE SCHOOL AWARDS 2017-2018

Ms. Marina Cusack presents the Donal Casey Memorial Chess Trophy to Michael Murphy. [Sean Byrne]

Brian Ronayne with the Emer Casey Memorial Award Transition Year which [Sean Byrne] were presented by Brendan Casey and Ms Annelee Casey.

Mr. Pat Barry presents the Brother John Wiseman Craft Award to Jessica Fitzgerald. [Sean Byrne]

Ms. Marian O'Halloran presents the Richard Ball History Award to Coran [Sean Byrne] O'Halloran.

Mr. Brian O'Donoghue presents the Boys Junior Sports Award to Jack Corcoran. [Sean Byrne]

Mr. Murphy presents the Denis Murphy Perpetual Medal to Royce Leyva. [Sean Byrne]

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Modeligo NS through to Football Finals THE new school year is well underway at Modeligo N.S. Everyone has settled very well and is working hard. The 5th and 6th Class boys and girls are enjoying great success in the local Roinn D GAA Sciath na Scoil league. Both teams are playing with great passion and skill and have made it through to the finals,

Modeligo National Schools boys team.

to be held on Saturday October 20th! The boys will be playing Kinsalebeg and the girls will be playing Touraneena. We look forward to two great matches.The Boys Final will take place at 10.00 a.m. and the Girls at 10.40 a.m. We look forward to two great matches. Go n-eiri linn!

Modeligo National Schools girls team.

Garranbane National School

Well done to Victoria, Gracie, Abbie and Annie who won the Under 12 B final with Abbeyside last month. Beating The Shamrocks in Leamybrien. Our boys football team put in a great display against Ballymac in this years A semi-final. Unfortunately, Ballymac were too strong for us on the day. Reminder: Football with Seanie Kiely every Friday.

Congratulations to our Summer Star readers who were presented with a medal and certificate from Dungarvan Library recently.

Well done to Eimear and CĂ¨ire playing for the Brickys/Kilrossanty who won the Under 12 C final beating Ballyduff Lower. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure we will see these girls representing our County soon. Well done girls.

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SCOIL GHARBHAIN

Naíonáin Mhóra agus Sábháilteacht ar an mbóthar BHÍ Naíonáin Mhóra ana ghnóthach le déanaí mar chuid de ‘Sheachtain Sábháilteacht ar an mBóthar’ ag foghlaim mar gheall ar an mbóthar agus cad iad na céimeanna atá le déanamh acu le cinntiú go mbeidís sábháilte. Bhíodar go hiontach, bhí an teolas ar fad acu. Dheineadar céardaíocht iontach mar chuid den bhfoghlaim. Maith sibh Naíonáin Mhóra agus Múinteoir Jen. NAÍONÁIN MHÓRA AND ROAD SAFETY As a follow up on Road Safety Week - our Naíonáin Mhóra were very busy last week discussing Road Safety and the steps necessary to ensure their Safety. They were fantastic and they could tell us exactly what they needed to do.They finished their project by creating it visually with the help of arts and crafts. Well done Naíonáin Mhóra and Múinteoir Jen. RANG 6 AGUS MUINTIR NA hÉIGIPTE Tá Rang 6 ag foghlaim mar gheall ar Muintir na hÉigipte fadó.Tá gach eolas acu anois mar gheall ar na Tuamaí, na faróanna, an saibhreas a bhí acu. Dheineadar sarcófagas agus agus prócaí canópacha as cré agus dheineadar pirimidí as cipíní. Scríobhadar sliochtanna eolais le crochadh ar an bhfalla agus mhaisíodar sarcaf le crochadh in airde chomh maith. Bhíodar díograsach ceart – an taon rud amháin atá de déanamh anois ná cuairt a thabhairt ar na Éigipt. Molaim iad agus Múinteoir Sinéad. RANG 6 AND ANCIENT EGYPT Rang 6 have been studying the Egyptians in Ancient Times. They thoroughly enjoyed learning about Tombs, the Pharoah and the wealth involved. As part of the Project matchstick Pyramids and decorative pottery pots were created. They docu-

Rang 6 agus tionscnamh na hÉigipte ar bun acu.

Naíonáin Mhóra tá léarscáil breá den bhóthair léirithe agaibh. mented all the information and displayed their projects including sarcophagus on the walls of the classroom. All that remains now is to organise a trip to Egypt. FISH AGUS CHIPS AR CUAIRT SA NAÍONRA Bhí am iontach ag páistí an Naíonra nuair a thug Fish (bóna gorm) agus Chips (bóna dearg)

Rang 6 agus tionscnamh na hÉigipte ar bun acu.

(dhá mhadra ciúin séimh le Jenny) cuairt orainn tamall ó shin. Bhí na páistí ana thógtha leo agus chaitheadar maidin fíor álainn ina dteannta. Thug Jenny gach eolas dóibh mar gheall ar an obair atá I gceist le haire a thabhairt do mhadra. Míle buíochas Jenny, Fish agus Chips. Táimíd ag smaoineamh ar Jenny mar cailleadh Chips le deanaí agus táimíd cinnte go bhfuil Fish agus Jenny ana bhrónach. FISH AND CHIPS ON TOUR IN THE NAÍONRA The children in the Naíonra had a fantastic time when Fish and Chips (Jenny’s two adorable, gentle dogs) visited some time ago. The children were quite taken with the dogs and they spent an enjoyable morning being entertained by Fish (blue collar) and Chips (red collar). Jenny gave them all the information they needed about the responsibility of minding a dog. A big thank you to Jenny, to Fish and to Chips. We are thinking of Jenny and Fish as Chips passed away recently and Jenny and Fish are very sad.

Páistí an Naíonra ag baint ana thaitneamh as an gcuairt a thug Jenny, Fish agus Chips ar an Naíonra.

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Goal Jersey Day LAST Friday we supported Goal Jersey Day by wearing our favourite jerseys to school. We were very lucky to have Maura Tierney from Goal visit us and facilitate a workshop with our 6th Class girls about drought in Ethiopia. Well done to our students and staff for raising €361 for Goal. ST. MARY’S FOOTBALL NEWS Our football team had a very promising start to their girls football campaign with a great performance against Scoil Gharbhán, especially in the second half where they really played well. Unfortunately the girls were beaten in the end by a very strong Scoil Gharbhán performance. They played their second game against Cappoquin and continued to show improvement in their performance but lost in the end. The girls can be very proud of their improvement and continue to train for future competitions. They are a very “green team” also using our full set of bikes from Smarter Travel/Go

Dungarvan to travel to matches. We are very grateful to Peter Jones for organising these. Also a huge thank you to Ms. Wall and Ms. Foley for training and encouraging the girls and also for accompanying them to matches. NEWS FROM MS. WALL'S FIRST CLASS Ms.Wall’s First Class have been enjoying the beautiful sensory garden at any opportunity. They have been learning all about the five senses recently and this is a perfect place to test them out! From touching and feeling the different textures of the plants to smelling the beautiful flowers to looking at the colourful murals and decorations, it is a feast for the senses!!! 1st Class have been learning lots about Nano Nagle recently. It is the 300th anniversary of her birth this year and we are remembering all the work she did for the poor and for children. We would not have our school St. Mary’s today unless Nano set up schools and the Presentation Sisters all those years ago.

Some of our girls with SNA Ann Kelly, who proudly wore their jerseys to support Goal Jersey Day last Friday.

Here is Ms. Wall’s class with the Waterford Senior Club Cup. Their teacher Ms. Wall recently won the Senior County Final with her club, Ballymacarbry and she promised them they could hold the cup if she won!

Well done to our Football Team for all their hard work preparing for and playing their matches recently.

A feast for the senses! Ms. Wall's First Class explore and enjoy our beautiful sensory garden.

Our football team travelling to their match against Cappoquin "in a green (and red!) way".

First class loved the beautiful display about Nano Nagle created by the pupils and teachers of St. Mary’s.

NEWS/OBITUARY

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan

Team HOPE Shoebox Appeal TEAM Hope’s Christmas Shoebox Appeal was launched recently by Alison Curtis of Today FM.The Weekend Breakfast host has joined forces with Team Hope this year to encourage families, friends, schools, community groups and businesses across Ireland to support the annual Appeal and donate gift-filled shoeboxes to children from some of the poorest regions of the world by 9th November. It’s easy and simple for people to get involved in their own schools, communities, businesses and among their family and friends. All you have to do is find an empty shoebox, wrap it in Christmas paper and fill it with gifts for a boy or girl aged between 2 and 14, enclose €4 and bring it to a local drop off point.You can get all the information and resources you need online at www.teamhope.ie Alison said at the launch: “I’m delighted to be supporting the Team Hope Shoebox Appeal this year. My daughter and I take part every year and it’s a very special way for children to understand the power of giving to others but importantly, it is a great opportunity to share a small but immensely powerful gift with less fortunate children. Every Shoebox counts and I’m encouraging everyone to get involved in whatever way they can to help us smash the target and deliver 280,000 Shoeboxes this year.” Carol Hennessey, National Christmas Shoebox Appeal Manager says “This simple practical act of kindness means so much to both people here in Ireland donating Shoeboxes and to children overseas receiving a gift. It’s always thrilling to see how vulnerable children overseas respond to receiving a Shoebox gift – their faces just light up!” When considering items that are best to gift, think of the 4W’s: • Write – pen, pencil, copybook, paper, colouring book, felt pens, sharpener, eraser, solar calculator (these children have no access to batteries). • Wash – toothbrush and toothpaste, soap (wrapped), facecloth, hairbrush, comb. • Wear – a hat, scarf, gloves, socks or underwear. • Wow – sunglasses, games, small Irish gift, a photo of yourself, sweets (must be in date until at least April 2019), make up, a small musical instrument, toys like a doll, a car, cuddly toy, skipping rope, yo-yo or finger puppet. This year Team Hope are thrilled to be supported by Fitzpatrick Wholesale who are selling Team Hope branded flat pack shoeboxes.The flat pack shoeboxes are available across Flying Tiger Copenhagen stores and selected retailers nationwide, RRP €3. In the last number of years there’s been lots of enquires about sourcing shoeboxes so now, if you can’t easily find an average sized shoebox, you have the option to buy flat pack shoeboxes instead – no wrapping required! So please get filling your shoeboxes! Make sure you donate your Shoebox gift through Team Hope’s Drop-Off points by 9th November, this year’s deadline. There are 400 drop off points nationwide, including all Axa, FastFit/FirstStop branches and Toymaster stores. To find your nearest drop-off point visit http://www.teamhope.ie Follow Team Hope on Facebook at www.facebook.com/team.hope.ireland and Twitter @TeamHopeIreland #ShoeboxingChampion #EveryBoxCounts Team Hope is an International Development Aid Charity CHY 14524 and Charities Regulatory Authority No. 20047627.

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Isaiah: 53: 10-11 - If he offers his life in atonement, he shall see his heirs, and he shall have a long life. Hebrews 4: 1416 - Let us be confident in approaching the throne of grace. Mark 10: 35-45 - The Son of Man came to give his life as a ransom for many. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: This Novena continues each Monday at 7.30 p.m. until Monday, October 22nd. No 9.30 a.m. Mass on Mondays during the novena. The Importance of the Family Rosary in this Country: ‘…As a remembrance of my visit, I have presented the Shrine with a rosary. I know how important the tradition of the family rosary has been in this country. I warmly encourage you to continue this tradition, Who can tell how many hearts of the fathers, mothers and children alike, have drawn comfort and strength over the years from meditating on,,?’ (the mysteries of the rosary). Pope Francis in knock, August 26th. Word on Fire. Bible Study and Prayer: Fridays: 8.00 p.m. – 10.00 p.m. From Friday, October 19th in St. Mary’s Parish Pastoral Room in the building next to the Deise Day Centre, Mitchell St., Dungarvan. A group of young people aged 18-35 who meet for discussion on the bible, prayer and faith in our daily lives, Come along and join us for tea, snacks and a chat! Commitment Ceremony: The Sixth Class boys and girls, their parents and guardians will attend the Vigil Mass next

Saturday, October 20th to present the commitments which they are making in preparation for their confirmation. Mission Sunday – next weekend, October 20th/21st: World Mission Sunday is vital for the growth of the Church. It helps spread hope and love by supporting the work of missionaries in impoverished and remote communities. Funds raised also help to build much – needed infrastructure – from nurseries and schools, to chapels and clinics. The annual collection for the support of the missions will be taken up as a second collection after Holy Communion at all Masses next weekend, October 20th/21st. For people using the weekly envelopes, please use the pink and white envelope for Mission Sunday from your box of envelopes. Alpha: Alpha is an opportunity for people to come together to explore questions about life, faith and God.The Parish intends to host Alpha sessions early in the New Year. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 058-42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 0862334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.

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BRENDAN MEAGHER The Ballyvera Bar, Ballysaggart It’s with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Brendan Meagher which sad event occurred on Saturday, 6th October, 2018, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family at his residence. Reposing at his residence, Rosary was recited on Sunday night. On Monday evening Brendan reposed in his beloved Ballyvera Bar where Rosary and funeral prayers were recited. Removal took place on Tuesday morning from his residence to St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart, for Requiem Mass, after which Brendan was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Full obituary to follow. To his loving wife Eileen; daughter Honor (O’Donovan); sons Benny,Vincent, Adrian, Fergal and Matty; sisters Margaret Brophy and Mary O’Brien; son-in-law Pat; daughters-in-law Jennifer, Jean, Dianne, Brenda and Tina; sisters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and his many friends, we extend our sincere sympathy. (Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).

Just think of it! OCTOBER the 7th was the feast of the Holy Rosary: so far as I know, it’s the only prayer that has a special day allotted to it. I suppose it’s a good way of recommending the Rosary to all the members of the Church. The trouble is, the Rosary is a very easy prayer to say badly! Be honest with yourself: I’m sure there have been times when you’ve gone the whole round of the beads with your mind on everything except what you’ve been reciting or on anything connected with God or Mary. Sometimes we consider that it’s easier to say the Rosary well if we join with other people in saying it. It depends: there are some people and their aim seems to be to set up a world record for the fastest Rosary ever. Then there are others who are so slow and deliberate that you despair of getting finished before tomorrow’s breakfast! Another thing: the Rosary doesn’t necessarily suit every occasion or situation. I have from time to time recommended wider use of the psalms as answering our need for a heartfelt form of prayer. Sometimes we can do better at the Rosary if we say it in instalments, spreading it out through the day. A decade takes two or three minutes to say, so if can fill in the time while we’re waiting for someone else. It is a great help if we can lay our hands on a book which gives a short description from the Bible, the word of God, of the mystery we’re expected to be thinking of. And don’t ignore the mysteries of light, which were introduced by Pope St. John Paul II. They remind us of very familiar episodes in the life of Jesus. I know that some people don’t approve of them because some of them (four of them, in fact) don’t have Mary figuring in them. But I think that any bit of the gospel that helps us to think of Jesus would be approved of by his mother. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

Annual Bin It! Campaign kicks off with visit to Waterford schools A total of 51,101 students have taken part since the campaign first began in 2006 THE annual Bin It! campaign has taken to the streets again with its visits to schools across the country in a bid to educate and raise awareness of issues surrounding litter and correct litter disposal amongst students. Bin It! features an actor-led workshop which visits secondary schools across participating local authority areas. The workshop, which is aimed at first and second year students, incorporates a theatre-in-education session which encourages students to dispose of gum litter, and litter more generally, in a responsible manner. Bin It! forms an integral part of the Gum Litter Taskforce’ (GLT) gum litter education campaign which seeks to encourage correct gum disposal. Established in 2006, the Gum Litter Taskforce includes members of the chewing gum industry, represented by

Mars/Wrigley Ireland, the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Food Drink Ireland, local authority representatives and civic society. This is the 12th year the Bin it! campaign has toured across the country, with 463 schools visited and a total of 51,101 students having taken part since the campaign first began in 2006. Speaking of the Bin It! campaign, Chairman of the GLT, Paul Kelly said; “The latest report of the National Litter Monitoring Pollution System has shown that the percentage of chewing gum as a proportion of litter has dropped to 8% in 2017 from 15% in 2016. Such a drop makes us all the more confident that our awareness raising of issues surrounding gum litter is really resonating with the public. Enthusiastic and active

participation amongst our young people in initiatives such as Bin It! is a key driving force behind these positive results and I am delighted to see the campaign take to the road once again this year.” The workshop tour is supported by a website www.biniteducation.com which includes games and quizzes for students, lesson plans, teachers’ notes, posters and activity cards to help integrate the theme of responsible litter disposal into the curriculum. The GLT education campaign also includes outdoor poster, TV and online advertising which ran from May until August this year and an accompanying website www.gumlittertaskforce.ie. The 2019 ‘Bin it!’ tour will visit 26 local authority areas over a six week period from 2nd October until 17th November 2018.

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NICHOLAS DUNPHY Ballinacourty, Dungarvan It is with deep sorrow we record the passing of Nicholas Dunphy, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan. The sad event occurred on Sunday, 16th September, peacefully, in St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, in the presence of his loving family. Nick is predeceased by his parents Paddy and Kathleen. He was educated in Ballinacourty National School, then attended St. Augustine’s College, Abbeyside, where he spent two years before he had to return home to help run the family farm. Ballinacourty early potatoes and vegetables were the most important part of the business. He was a straight, honest, kind, caring and quiet man. A man of few words, for Nick actions spoke louder than words. Illness struck which he bore with great strength and courage over the years, as it took hold, Nick had to give up farming. Catherine, Patrick and Maria took great care of Nick through good days and bad. He was very grateful for all the love and care his family gave him and was so proud of Patrick and Maria. May Nick rest in peace. Lying in repose at his residence on Tuesday evening, 18th September, in the presence of his family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Removal took place to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, at 7.30 p.m. where his remains were received by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., and blessed on arrival. Funeral Mass was on Wednesday morning, 19th September, at 11.00 a.m. which was celebrated by Fr. Hassett. Readings during the Mass were read by Nick’s brother Pat Dunphy and niece Saidhbh Dunphy. Prayers of the Faithful were read by nephew Eoghan Dunphy, cousin Nora Fitzgerald and relative Siobhán O’Donovan. The offertory gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by his daughter Maria and son Patrick. The Communion reflection was read by sister Jose and niece Kate Hickey. A lovely selection of hymns were provided by Ballinroad Church Choir. Following the Funeral Mass, Nicholas was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends and neighbours. We extend our deepest sympathy to Nick’s loving wife Catherine; son Patrick; daughter Maria; sister Josephine Hickey; brother Pat Dunphy; nieces Kate Hickey, Saidhbh Dunphy and nephew Eoghan Dunphy; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, relatives, neighbours and friends. The Dunphy family will always remember with heartfelt gratitude the huge number of people who supported them. We express our thanks to all who attended the funeral, sent Mass cards, letters, phone calls and messages, visited us and gave donations to the Parkinsons Association of Ireland and to all who travelled long distances. We are so grateful to the staff of Dungarvan Community Hospital (St. Vincent’s Unit) where Nick went for respite. We also want to thank the wonderful team of Carers from Home Instead, Bluebird Care, HSE and Family Carers Ireland, without their help it would not have been possible to look after Nick at home. We would also like to thank Professor Riona Mulcahy, UHW; Mr. Brian Sweeney, CUH; Dr. David Mahony and staff of Shandon Clinic, Public Health Nurses Orla and Patricia, Mr. Joe Kelly and staff Abbeyside. We would like to express a special word of thanks to our wonderful neighbours and friends who supported us. We thank Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., for celebrating Nick’s Requiem Mass and for his kind words of consolation to us and also the members of Ballinroad Church Choir for their beautiful music and singing. We extend our grateful appreciation to James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their kindness and professionalism and to the Sacristans and gravediggers. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation.The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions. Month’s Mind Mass for Nicholas will be offered on Sunday, 21st October, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely and Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

DAVID O’BRIEN 17 Convent Street, Tallow It is with sincere sadness and deep regret we record the passing David O’Brien, 17 Convent Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving brother of the late Claire, which sad event occurred unexpectedly on 13th October, 2018. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Tuesday evening from where removal took place to the Church of Immaculate Conception, Tallow. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his heartbroken partner Dina (née Curley); loving dad of Jake and Isabelle; parents Don and Sheelagh (nee Ford); brothers Michael and John; sisters Lisa, Anna and Sarah; grandmother Nora; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

OBITUARY SEAN FLAVIN Ballymullala, Cappagh, Co. Waterford It is with great sadness that we record the death of Sean Flavin. Sean passed away peacefully at CareChoice Nursing Home in Dungarvan surrounded by his family on 19th September, 2018. Sean who celebrated his 90th birthday in October last year was born to parents John and Ellen Flavin in Ballymullala, and was predeceased by his wife Kathleen (nee Gee); sisters May, Bee, Alice and Eileen, and brother Willie. In 1957 he married Kathleen Gee and continued to farm in Ballymullala. The home Sean created with Kathleen was a happy and open home where visitors called regularly. Sean was a well-known and respected farmer and a regular attendee at the Mart in Dungarvan every Monday for many years. Sean was a progressive farmer and in his earlier years was an active member of Macra na Feirme and the IFA. Sean passed away peacefully at CareChoice Nursing Home and was brought back to his home in Ballymullala where his many relatives, neighbours and friends came to the house and also to Drohan’s Funeral Home to pay their respects. Requiem Mass was celebrated in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, on Saturday, 22nd September, by Fr. O’Connor. Members from Ballinameela Community Centre and GAA Club formed a guard of honour as Sean’s remains were entering the church. His son John welcomed the large attendance of family and friends and spoke of his life in farming and love of conversation and family. Symbols representing his interests and deep faith were brought to the altar by his grandchildren Cian, Katie and Shane and his niece Mary Landers. Readings at the Mass were recited by his grandchildren Sara Flavin and Cliona Flavin. Prayers of the Faithful were read by his grandchildren Ellie and Katie, his great-grandchild Ava and his nieces Pauline McNeely and Christine Flavin. Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by his nieces Brigid Broderick and Helen Quinn. Sean was buried in the adjoining cemetery. Sean’s family wish to thank all the wonderful staff at CareChoice Nursing Home for the respect and care which they gave to Sean over the last two years, creating a home from home for Sean and looking after him so well. Sean is mourned by his sons John, Michael, Gerard and Joseph; daughters-in-law Mary, Margaret, Bernie and Lynn; along with his grandchildren, geat-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, on Saturday, 27th October, 2018, at 7.30 p.m. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

BILLY MONAGHAN CareChoice Village, Abbeyside, and formerly of Caseyville, Dungarvan With sadness we write on the unexpected passing of Billy Monaghan on Monday, 15th October. Aged 65 years and a native of Caseyville, Billy spent many years in England working in the construction industry. Predeceased by his mother Anne; father Billy and brother Macka; we tender our heartfelt condolences to his partner Marie Veale; daughter Julie; sons Seán and Michael; his sisters Mandy, Eileen and Ann-Marie; brothers Tony,Thomas and Michael; brothersin-law Michael Keating, Geoff Hollis, Goyert Van Oostrum; sistersin-law Claire, Linda, Janette; his uncle Jim; aunt Mai; grandchildren, nephews, nieces, extended family, relatives and friends. Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday, 18th October, from 5.00 p.m. with Rosary at 7.30 p.m. Removal on Friday morning, 19th October, at 10.15 a.m. to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, for Requiem Mass at 11.00 a.m. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Leaba i measc naoimh and laochra na hÉireann go raibh ag Billy as seo amach. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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63 MARGARET O’SULLIVAN (nee Hickey) Deerpark Road, Lismore It is with sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Margaret O’Sullivan (nee Hickey), Deerpark Road, Lismore, Co.Waterford, loving mother of the late Eric and baby Marie, which sad event occurred on 16th September, 2018, peacefully, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, and in the presence of her loving family. Margaret was born in Botany, Lismore, on the 20th April, 1934, and was the third oldest of nine children. It’s here where she made some lifelong friends and spent her childhood. In 1950, she contracted TB and went to St. Carthage’s Hospital, Lismore, for treatment until 1952. While she was in hospital, her family decided to move to the Deerpark Cottages.This is where she encountered her first mode of transport, her father’s donkey and cart. She also helped to deliver a lot of babies while living here, be it at the Bennett’s, Flynn’s or O’Keeffe’s. In 1953, she met her husband Liam while delivering tea to a card game at a neighbour’s house. She started work at Tourin House later in the same year. On the 14th February, 1956, they got married in Lismore Church, had the afters in the Deerpark Cottage, and they then moved into the Gardener’s house in Tourin. In 1957, they had their first baby, Maria Goretti, but sadly, she passed away three days later. In 1958, they moved to Townspark, Lismore, and had three boys; Kieran, Eric and Brendan. In 1967, they moved back to Deerpark. In 1968, she went to work for Royal Liver and spent over ten years collecting insurance, from Lismore to Touraneena, Cappoquin to Ballinameela. Doing this, she made lifelong friends and maintained her friendship with others by calling for five minutes and still being there three hours later. If she called to her childhood friend, Ann Mason, those three hours could easily lead to six hours as they would catch up on childhood memories. In 1970, she had her final child, Aine, and in the late 1970s her mother, Margaret (or Gaga as she was known to most people), came to live with them.They spent many afternoons baking and chatting. On the afternoons that she wasn’t baking, she was seen walking the road with her friends, Joan Bolger and Teresa Hennessy, or she was catching up with her other friends, ‘The Golden Girls’. In 2003, her sister Anne Townsend and husband John came home from England to live in Lismore. From then on, her Sundays were taken up dancing either in Youghal, Tallow, Dungarvan or Melleray, up until her health declined in the last two years. She was lucky enough to spend her last few months in the wonderful care of Padre Pio Rest Home in Cappoquin. May she Rest In Peace. Lying in repose at her home Deerpark Road, Lismore, Rosary was recited on Monday evening by Joan and Ann Mason in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends and on Tuesday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends. On Wednesday morning funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by grandsons Noah (a mobile phone) and Finn O’Sullivan (family photograph), brotherin-law John Townsend (a watch), niece Elayne Hickey (harmonica), brother-in-law Alf Barden (potato), brothers Tommy (insurance book) and Maurice Hickey (book). The significance of these was narrated by grandson Eric Moore. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Nathalie Hartley and Elayne Hickey. A lovely selection of music and hymns was provided by soloist Dina Walshe. Prayers of the Faithful were read by niece Rosie Hartley, grandsons Finn, Noah and Padraig O’Sullivan. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by sisters Mary Barden and Ann Townsend. Communion Reflection was read by granddaughter Hazel O’Sullivan. Following Communion son Brendan delivered a lovely and fitting eulogy. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Margaret was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Following the burial niece Claire O’Brien recited a graveside poem. We extend our deepest sympathy to her loving husband Liam; sons Kieran and Brendan; daughter Áine; brothers Maurice,Tommy and Patsy Hickey; sisters Lena O’Sullivan, Ann Townsend and Mary Barden; daughters-in-law, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 20th October, 2018, at 6.15 p.m. in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

FARMING Round-up … New €20m funding for sucklers in Budget 2019 IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said the new €20m funding for suckler farmers announced in last week’s Budget was recognition of the income crisis in the sector, but the level of funding was disappointing and more needs to be done to help sustain the suckler herd. He said it was essential that the measures under the new Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot (BEEP) were kept simple, farmer friendly and do not involve unnecessary costs. He said the understanding is that the BEEP will be a new scheme, separate from the BDGP and the main measures will involve the recording of data on weights for cows and calves. He said the full details and how they will be implemented have to be worked out with the Department and it was essential that there was full consultation. Angus Woods said the increased ANC funding of €23m, to bring the allocation to €250m, was positive and reverses the cuts imposed on the lowest income farmers in previous budgets. He said IFA will continue its campaign for increased funding of €300m as it is vital for low-income farmers on marginal land. Angus Woods said IFA was determined to secure a set of targeted direct payment supports in order to maintain the suckler cow herd, which he described as the backbone of the €3bn.Irish beef sector. He said IFA believe strongly in the importance of the suckler cow sector and will continue to campaign hard for increased supports. Angus Woods pointed out that a recent report commissioned by the IFA from Professor Thia Hennessey from UCC highlighted that 80% of the cows in the West are sucklers and a 10% reduction in suckler cow numbers would result in a €305m reduction in economic output across rural areas. In what has been a very challenging year for farmers, Angus Woods said last week’s Budget was some acknowledgment of the income difficulties in agriculture, but the upcoming major issues of Brexit and CAP will require much more Government commitment and support for farming.

Funding for Farm Schemes secured in Budget 2019 FOLLOWING Budget 2019, IFA Rural Development Chairman, Joe Brady said there must be no delay in the delivery of direct payments. Minister Creed must ensure that these payments, which play a critical role in supporting farm incomes, arrive on time. He welcomed the additional allocation of €23m to the ANC scheme for 2019. “This will bring the total allocation to €250m, which is the level it was at pre-recession. IFA will be insisting that new payments are put forward to Brussels without delay. In addition, IFA is demanding that no farmer loses out in the upcoming review of ANCs and that the payment rates reflect the natural handicap. As part of the next CAP Rural Development Plan post-2020 the annual allocation for ANCs must reach €300m,” he said. In relation to TAMS, Joe Brady again expressed concern that this year’s allocation of €70m will not be spent (the projected spend for the year is €60m). Even if the €70m allocated for 2019 is spent, it leaves a total of €230m unspent, with only one year remaining in the scheme. He continued, “Minister Creed must come out of denial on this issue, it is clear that the €395m allocated in the 7-year RDP will not be spent, if the status quo remains. IFA has called for changes to TAMS including; meal bins for the dry stock sector, increasing the standard costs to determine grant aid and adjusting the investment limit for the intensive sectors. Most of all, the bureaucracy around the scheme needs to go.” On Agri-Environmental Schemes Joe Brady said that the allocation for GLAS at €203m should allow all farmers to be paid on time next year. This combined with Organic payments worth €11m and locally led schemes worth up to €15m, should ensure that environmental schemes play a bigger role in supporting farm incomes next year. He concluded, “Farm schemes including KT, BDGP, Sheep Welfare, and Horticulture have funding for next year but the important issue for the Minister is to ensure that there are no delays and that red-tape is kept to a minimum.”

Budget funding will help ensure the farming community in County Waterford is insulated from the effects of Brexit - COFFEY FUNDING from Budget 2019 will help ensure that the farming community in County Waterford is insulated from the effects of Brexit, Fine Gael General Election Candidate Senator Paudie Coffey has said. Senator Paudie Coffey said: “I am delighted to see that Minister Creed has made provision for a Brexit Resilience Package of €78 million in the budget. “This will ensure our largest indigenous industry is prioritised and will strengthen the farming sector’s ability to meet the challenges of Brexit. “The funding will give a helping hand to farmers who are concerned and need it most and it will help ensure our local rural communities are supported here in Waterford. “The measures announced by

the Minister include €44m in direct aid for farmers. “This will include an additional €23m for farmers in Areas of Natural Constraint (ANC), allocation for 2019, bringing the allocation for 2019 to €250 million. This is a 24% increase over the last two years and essentially restores ANC payments to the level prior to the economic downturn. “It will also see the introduction of a €20m Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot scheme. (BEEP) This is a new pilot scheme targeted at Suckler farmers, and aimed at further improving the economic and carbon efficiency of Irish beef production. “An additional €1m in funding for the horticulture sector has been made available, bringing the total provision for a sector partic-

ularly challenged by Brexit to €6 million. “This will help create the conditions for sustainable rural development and provide local level supports to support vibrant and sustainable rural Co Waterford communities. “Minister Creed has also provided €27 million in Brexit related supports for the food industry comprising: €13 million in supports for food industry competitiveness and innovation. €3 million for Artisan and Micro food and beverage programmes through the Leader Programme and for LEAN manufacturing initiatives designed to improve competitiveness. “An additional €5 million has been made available to Bord Bia, bringing the total Grant in Aid to €46.6 million. This is a 60%

increase in funding for marketing and promotion of our food offering since 2014. “€6m in funding to progress an €8 million Food Innovation Hub in Teagasc Moorepark, of which €2 million was provided in 2018. Minister Michael Creed said: “My priority has been to deliver measures designed to help farmers, fishermen and food SME’s to navigate the challenges of Brexit. “I believe that the package of measures I have announced will support the agri-food sector and assist us focussing on competitiveness, innovation, new market development and environmental sustainability – all key themes of the Food Wise strategy, and the best response we can make to the uncertainty and challenge posed by Brexit.”

Minister Creed launches €40 million VistaMilk SFI Research Centre THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, TD, launched the new VistaMilk SFI Research Centre which is jointly funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and his Department. The VistaMilk Centre will be hosted by Teagasc Moorepark, in partnership with a number of research performing organisations. Multinational and SME companies in the food and ICT sectors are also part of the consortium. At the launch of the Centre in Moorepark, Fermoy, the Minister said “VistaMilk will be the largest Agri-Tech Centre covering the entire dairy production chain, with Exchequer funding of €26 million provided by SFI and my Department, together with industry funding of €14 million. This highlights the strong and collaborative commitment to building research and innovation capability that ensures the sustainability of the agri-food sector”. VistaMilk will assist the Irish dairy industry to be a world leader in fundamental and translational research for precision pasturebased dairying, with the outcomes impacting positively on the environment, animal wellbeing and the health of consumers. The investment is in line with the Food Wise 2025 strategy and will help to address key issues facing the dairy sector, including

establishing the health and nutrition benefits of dairy products, increasing carbon efficiency, and increasing innovation as a response to the uncertainties arising from Brexit. Welcoming the launch of the new SFI Research Centre VistaMilk, Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development, John Halligan TD, said: ‘Agriculture and dairy production are crucial to our economy in Ireland. Globally, these sectors are transforming rapidly, and it is crucial that Ireland occupies a leading position within them. Alongside the other SFI Research Centres funded by the Irish Government, VistaMilk will help to improve our country’s competitive edge and excellent innovation, enabling us to continue to attract and retain new investment and deliver effective and wideranging research outcomes.” Professor Mark Ferguson, Director General of Science Foundation Ireland and Chief Scientific Advisor to the Government of Ireland, said: ‘We are delighted to officially launch VistaMilk, which will join an existing network of world-leading SFI Research Centres that focus on excellent science, as well as economic and societal impact to Ireland.VistaMilk will be an agent of growth for the Irish dairy industry by being a world

leader in fundamental and translational research for precision pasture-based dairying.” Professor Gerry Boyle, Teagasc Director said; “research and innovation are the drivers of progress and VistaMilk encapsulates both. This centre will have the capacity to enhance sustainability across the dairy supply chain, positively impacting the environment, animal well-being and the health of consumers. It will address the challenges right along the supply chain, from the soil through to the human gut.” Director of VistaMilk, Professor Donagh Berry said; “To advance the state-of-the-art in Agri-Food and information sciences, VistaMilk has divided the problem domain into three main thematic areas; Soil and Pasture; Cow, and Food. Combined, these three areas cover the entire supply chain from soil to society. Within each of these thematic areas, VistaMilk has several targeted projects each of which will leverage the combined expertise of the VistaMilk partners. Each targeted project involves at least one industry partner, who represent the sectors dealing with grass-seed breeding, animal and human nutrition, animal health, animal breeding, dairy-food processing, data analytics, sensor development, communications and networks, and –omics technologies”.

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Better Genetics boost to Carbon Reduction in Dairy Beef ABP Waterford part of Group project for carbon reduction INITIAL results from trials on ABP’s Research and Development Farm have indicated the potential for a 13% carbon reduction through the use of improved genetics in beef animals from the dairy herd. The findings were announced to an influential international delegation of sustainability practitioners from the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB), and are part of a multi-year project carried out on the farm by ABP in conjunction with the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) and Teagasc. The announcement has been made to coincide with the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, which took place in Ireland last week. ABP hosted a high-powered international delegation to its Research & Development farm. The GRSB is made up of some of the leading figures in the beef industry, and is a platform to bring these stakeholders together to reinforce a common agenda of establishing and maintaining sustainable practices in the beef sector. Visitors to the ABP farm included delegates from Europe, North America, South America and Africa. NGO’s were represented by delegates from the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef and The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. Commenting on the findings, Dean Holroyd, ABP’s Technical and Sustainability Director said:

Pictured at the ABP Trial Farm are: Patricia Garcia Diaz – Programme Lead Beef and Dairy Platform SAI; Ruaraidh Petre, Executive Director, Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef; and Annie Graham, ABP Agriculture Manager. “This exciting research has highlighted the significance of better genetics and the overall role it can play in helping to develop a more sustainable dairy beef production model. This project is another important milestone in our carbon reduction journey, where we have made very significant progress and have hit our 2020

carbon reduction target two years ahead of schedule.” ABP is recognised as an industry leader when it comes to sustainable practices and environmental initiatives. In 2017, ABP became the first company to be awarded quadruple accreditation from the Carbon Trust in recognition of the progress it is making in reducing its environmental

impact. The Carbon Trust Standard is the world’s leading independent certification of an organisation’s impact on the environment, verifying action on energy use, CO2 emissions, water use and waste output. It recognises continuous excellence and year on year improvements in the area of environmental performance.

DUNGARVAN MART NEXT WEANLING SALE Thursday, 25th October, 2018, at 11.30 a.m. This Sale includes a large entry of “Bucket-Fed” Weanlings, Friesians, Limousins, Hereford and Aberdeen Angus. For local producers. Enquiries to: 058-41611.

Nine nominees for Paddy Dungarvan Mart Fitzgerald Awards announced Prices

THE nine nominees for the Paddy Fitzgerald Award have been announced. Each of the IFA County Executives in Munster has put forward a nominee for the Awards night, which will take place on Sunday, Oct 28th in Adare in Co Limerick. EU Commissioner Phil Hogan will be the guest speaker on the evening, which will mark the 20th anniversary of the Awards. Mr. Hogan said it was an honour to be attending the Awards, which were established by IFA members in Limerick in honour of the late Paddy Fitzgerald, who served as Munster Vice- President and was also a founding member of FBD, which is marking 50 years in existence this year. "Travelling throughout Europe in my role as Agriculture Commissioner, I am struck by the fact that in every rural region of every EU Member State, farmers are at the heart of volunteerism and community life. Paddy Fitzgerald's spirit lives on in communities across Ireland, and indeed across the EU, and the nine nominees can be very proud of their immense contribution to rural life.” IFA President Joe Healy said the Paddy Fitzgerald Awards represent the spirit of volunteerism & the selfless dedication of people to the betterment of their communities.

“Each of the nine nominees has the honour of being chosen by their County Executive and I want to wish all of them well on the night. The cornerstone of IFA’s work is the willingness of farmers to give of their time in representing their fellow farmers. It is only fitting that this should be recognised and I would like to thank FBD for their support for this prestigious event”. FBD Chairman Liam Herlihy said, “The late Paddy Fitzgerald worked unselfishly to better the life of farmers, first through his work with Macra in Co Limerick and then in the NFA and Cork Marts IMP”. “We at FBD Insurance try to embody a bit of Paddy’s spirit by working closely with agricultural organisations the length and breadth of the land to make life better for farmers.We are working hard to reduce accidents on farms every day through our Farm Protect programme, but it is down to individuals to make changes and to encourage farmers to adopt best practice now in order to set a good example for the next generation of Irish farmers. FBD Insurance is delighted to support this award and we hope to see the spirit of Paddy Fitzgerald live on for many years to come.”

IFA Farm Business Chairman Martin Stapleton, who is the Chairman of the Trustees, said the Paddy Fitzgerald Awards were an opportunity to celebrate those who put themselves forward on behalf of their neighbours and their communities. “Every rural community can point to achievements that would not be possible without people stepping up to make it a better place. The Paddy Fitzgerald Awards celebrates those who can say they left their mark.” Clare – Michael Davoren, Kilcorney, Kilfenora, Ennis Cork Central – Dan O’Riordan, Ballydaly, Millstreet North Cork – Donal Kelleher, Ballinahina, Fermoy West Cork – Abraham Kingston, Meenies, Drimoleague Kerry – Thomas Lawlor, Bouleenshere, Ballyheigue Limerick – Patrick Fogarty, Portnard, Cappamore North Tipperary – Mattie Butler, Cormackstown Road, Holycross, Thurles South Tipperary – Michael Ryan, Solohead House, Monard Waterford – Pat Murphy, Ballyquin, Carrick-on-Suir

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DRY COWS 1 Fr. 760 kgs made €1,080; 1 Fr. 755 kgs made €1,050; 1 Fr. 640 kgs made €970; 1 Lim. 630 kgs made €930; 1 A.A. 705 kgs made €990. BULLOCKS 4 Lim. 527 kgs made €1,110 each; 4 A.A. 491 kgs made €915 each; 4 A.A. 453 kgs made €895 each; 3 Her. 621 kgs made €1,125 each; 4 A.A. 472 kgs made €875 each; 4 Lim. 496 kgs made €960 each; 2 Char. 462 kgs made €980 each; 5 A.A. 508 kgs made €1,005 each; 7 Frs. 504 kgs made €865 each; 4 A.A. 453 kgs made €895 each; 7 A.A. 381 kgs made €815 each. HEIFERS 1 Char. 540 kgs made €1,090; 5 Bel. Blues 339 kgs made €620 each; 6 A.A. 369 kgs made €630 each; 2 Char. 472 kgs made €900 each; 1 A.A. 605 kgs made €1,175; 1 Her. 520 kgs made €950. Next Sheep Assembly at Dungarvan Mart: Wednesday, 31st October, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Quotes available Tuesday, 30th October. Booking required. Enquiries to 058 41611. Weanling Sale: Thursday, 25th October at 11.30 a.m. This sale includes a large number of Bucket-Fed Weanlings - Friesians, Limousins, Hereford and Aberdeen Angus for local producers. Sample Prices from Weanling Sale held on 11th October, 2018. Weanling Bulls: 1 Lim. 515 kgs made €1,160; 3 Char. 425 kgs made €940 each; 5 Char. 331 kgs made €815 each; 2 Lim. 350 kgs made €820 each; 2 Lim. 432 kgs made €970 each. Weanling Heifers: 1 Char. 370 kgs made €885; 2 Lim. 385 kgs made €805 each; 1 Char. 355 kgs made €840.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Teagasc GETTING A GRIP ON FARM CASH The weather in 2018 has put pressure on fodder stocks across the country.This has impacted on all farm enterprises and resulted in financial strain on some farmers. So how do we manage this financial strain? It can be difficult to motivate yourself to sit down with a pen and paper to assess your financial situation, but the time will be well spent. The initial aim is to predict what will be your bank account balance on 31st December 2018. This exercise is called Cash flow planning. Money (cash flow) management is central to business success. In good price years, it is important that money is managed to build a reserve and to undertake necessary on-farm improvements. In poor price years, money must be managed to ensure that all essential bills are paid (including living expenses) and that no long term damage is done to the business due to a shortage of money. Creating a budget can appear a daunting task. Regular budgeter’s probably use specific worksheets or computer programs, but you could use a blank page. Teagasc have developed a simple one page sheet called the ‘5 Minute Cash Flow.This is

available from offices and online at www.teagasc.ie . Budgeting is not an exact science, but a ‘best estimate’ is better than ‘no estimate’. A simple method is to divide a page in two. List all income due to be received down the left had side to the end of the year. On the right hand side list all expenses due before the end of the year. Total up both sides and subtract expenses from income. At the end there will be either a surplus or deficit. Take this figure and adjust your bank balance by this amount. This final figure is your estimated cash flow on 31/12/2018. If Money is tight… The main priority is to minimise all non-essential spending until cash income improves, the following are some pointers: 1. Prioritise essential living expenses. 2. Eliminate all non-essential expenditure; both farm and personal spending 3. Review Financial Repayments; perhaps a payment could be skipped and added to the end of a loan - this needs agreement from the lender 4. Review monthly pension, savings and life assurance payments 5. Talk to your accountant now regarding Tax due in October

6. Involve all family members in analysis and finding solutions where possible Let’s also look at the other side, can extra cash be added into the budget to reduce the deficit? The following are some suggestions: 1. Sale of trading stock or surplus breeding stock. (it is better to try and avoid selling core breeding stock) 2. Sale of non-essential machinery 3. Cash in policies or savings - Take advice from your broker and accountant on this. 4. Is it possible to get some or additional paid employment locally? 5. Examine sale of assets in extreme circumstances. 6. Look into availing of Social Protection payments; Farm Assist, Family Income Supplement, Pension entitlement. Using Credit While there are many forms of credit available, (bank overdraft/ Co-op/ local supplier etc.) some are more costly than others. Be careful where you get your credit as some forms don’t just have a financial cost. If you leave a key supplier waiting, (e.g. vet or contractor) they may leave you waiting at a key time. It is important to consult with all

suppliers as to how they will be paid. In general the banks are the cheapest source of credit, as it is their business to lend money. As part of the lending criteria, they will assess the risk of lending to you. This risk assessment should work in your favour, as you need to back up your lending application. Recommendations Act early, even the best plans and schedules need adjustment. Delays could cause the situation to deteriorate and cause stress Be realistic and up front when developing your cash flow plan. Consult and draw up a plan with your Teagasc advisor, Agricultural Consultant or accountant. They have the expertise and experience to help you develop a Cash Flow plan for your business. Decide on a course of action - use your cash flow plan to form the basis of negotiations with suppliers and banks. Creditors respond best to realistic budgets and up-to-date cash flow projections supported by your own records and accounts. Contact your local Teagasc adviser if you need assistance in completing a fodder or finance budget this Autumn.

Teagasc / Glanbia Beef Challenges addressed at Monitor Farm Teagasc National Conference Focus Week of 15/10/2018 Grange, Waterford Milk Kg/Day 17.2 Fat % 4.75 Protein % 4.27 Milk Solids/Day KG 1.55 Meal KG/Cow/Day 2 Average Farm Cover 1,034 Cover Per Cow 407 2,250 Pre Grazing Yield KG DM 41 Demand KG DM HA 63 Growth KG DM HA

South Kilkenny 18.6 5.31 4.2 1.83 4 949 361 2,200 35 41

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Milking 117 cows on 46ha at 2.54 cows/ha Meal back from 4 kgs to 2 kgs as cover has increased too much Grazing covers at 2,250 kgs/ha Rotation length 54 days when target is 40 to 45 days Farm walk to take place on 9th November. South Kilkenny

• SCC 108 • High SSC and lame cows in sperate MOB • Second vaccination of salmonella to incalf heifers this week.

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2018 HAS been a high costs and challenging year for cattle farmers and beef producers. The theme for this year’s Teagasc National Beef Conference is ‘Addressing the Challenges’ and it’s taking place on Tuesday, 30th October, from 3.00 p.m. in the Tullamore Court Hotel, County Offaly. The opening session of the conference will look at how research and innovation can help to address some of the issues facing the sector and improve profitability on farms. Dr. Maria Guelbenzu, from Animal Health Ireland will present the results to date from a study on a Pilot IBR control programme on Irish suckler beef demonstration farms. In a joint paper by Dr. Donagh Berry,Teagasc and Dr. Andrew Cromie, Irish Cattle Breeding Federation, a presentation will be made on ‘How Irish beef farmers can use the new Dairy Calf to Beef Index to improve the profitability of

their finishing systems.’ Over the last two years in county Leitrim, many cattle farmers have become involved in contract heifer rearing. Tom Coll, a Teagasc business and technology advisor based in Mohill will outline the experiences learned to date from a discussion group involved in rearing heifers. Resistance to worm doses is an issue and it will be addressed by Dr. Orla Keane from Teagasc animal and Grassland research and Innovation centre, in Grange county Meath. Her paper is entitled ‘Anthelmintic resistance in beef cattle - what are the levels and what can be done to lessen its impact?’ Nicky Byrne was recently appointed as a beef systems research officer, with responsibility for the new dairy calf-to beef systems study in Teagasc Grange.

This study will focus on evaluating the performance of animals by sires of high and low breeding value for carcass weight within a grassbased production system. At the beef conference Nicky Byrne will talk about getting more from grass through careful; grass variety selection for beef systems. Nicky completed his PhD on grass variety evaluations and the identification of grazing traits to influence the development of varieties to support higher herbage utilisation. Beef farmers don’t need to be reminded about the extreme weather events this year, but there are lessons that can be learned.Teagasc beef specialist Alan Dillon will outline how the Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal BETTER Farm Beef Challenge participants coped with the weather and the effect it has on their future plans.

Minister Creed announces Advance Payment of €732m under the 2018 Basic Payment Scheme THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., announced the commencement of advance payments under the 2018 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) (including Greening). The Minister said; “I am happy to confirm that that advance payments under the BPS, worth €732 million to 113,000 farmers, have commenced issuing today. These payments are a vital support for farmers across the sector in maximising cash flow and are particularly welcome at this time in light of the adverse weather conditions experienced on Irish farms this year.” The Minister continued; “A key priority for my Department to get these payments out to the greatest number of farmers possible at the earliest date allowed under EU legislation, subject to the necessary

requirements of the Schemes being met. With this in mind, I also secured EU Commission agreement for a higher advance payment of 70% for 2018 rather than 50% as provided for in the EU legislation.” The Minister also commented that; “I am happy to confirm that the 113,000 farmers paid in this initial tranche of advance payments represent an increase over the 111,000 farmers paid at this stage last year. In addition, an additional €29m has issued at this time, compared to the initial advance payment of €703m in 2017. Some 93% of eligible applicants for the BPS have now been paid in this first tranche, and the success of our move to full online applications this year has helped us to deliver further efficiencies in the processing of payments which are of direct benefit to farmers.” Payments under the 2018 Areas

of Natural Constraints Scheme (ANC) also continue to issue as cases are cleared for payment. Minister Creed added that “the advance BPS payment and the ANC payments taken together mean that almost €935 million has now issued to Irish farmers in the last month. I have also secured an additional €23 million for farmers in the ANC allocation for 2019, bringing the total budget for that Scheme to €250 million.” Concluding, the Minister reiterated his determination to ensure that payments to farmers are maximised; "I can assure farmers that payments will continue to issue under both schemes as individual cases are cleared, and regular pay runs will be in place over the coming weeks to ensure this. Farmers who have been contacted by my Department with queries in relation to their applications should

also respond at their earliest convenience in order to facilitate payment." In order to facilitate farmers who wish to contact the Department in relation to their BPS or ANC payments, extended hours are now in place for the Direct Payments Helpline. For the period from 17th to 27th October, farmers can ring the Department at 076-1064420 between 9.00 a.m. and 8.30 p.m. on weekdays and be tween 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. on Saturday, 20th October and Saturday, 27th October. The Minister confirmed that balancing payments under the 2018 BPS as well as payments under the Young Farmers Scheme and National Reserve are scheduled to commence issuing from the start of December, followed by payments under the coupled Protein Aid Scheme.

FARMING

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Carlow to host National Farm Safety and Health Conference

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Farmers, farm leaders and State agencies to meet and discuss safe farming in challenging times . . . THE 2018 National Farm Safety and Health Conference will be held at the Dolmen Hotel, Carlow on Friday, 26th October. The conference takes place from 9.00 a.m. to 1.10 p.m. and is aimed at anyone with an interest in improving the farm safety, health and welfare of farmers and farm families. The conference is being hosted by the Health and Safety Authority in association with Teagasc and the Farm Safety Partnership.The event is sponsored by FBD Trust. Attendance is free of charge and the event is a Department of Agriculture Food and Marine approved Knowledge Transfer Sheep, Beef, Dairy and Tillage Event. Recently appointed Chief Executive of the Health and Safety Authority Dr Sharon McGuinness will welcome participants and Minister of State for Trade, Employment, Business, EU Digital Single Market and Data Protection, Pat Breen TD, will give the opening address. The first session will be chaired by IFA President, Joe Healy and will include national and international speakers. Teagasc Director, Professor Gerry Boyle will speak on future trends in Irish agriculture

and associated farm safety challenges. Swedish expert on work science, Professor Peter Lundqvist will outline strategies to improve farm safety across the EU and the work of the EU farm safety co-operation network (EU COST Action). IFA National Safety Executive, William Shortall will speak about plans to engage farmers with safety. The 2nd session of the conference will be chaired by ICMSA President, Pat McCormack. In this session, Professor Jim Kinsella, Head of Agribusiness and Rural Development at UCD will describe the findings of research into health and safety in dairy Discussion Groups. Arthur Byrne, ESB Networks will speak about electrical dangers in farming and the FBD Young Farmer of the Year 2018 will give his views on the essentials of good farming. The final session will be a Panel discussion chaired by Denis Duggan, CEO of Macra Na Feirme. This session will be open to all participants and will be focused on strategies to influence farmers to take practical action to improve safety at farm level. Booking should be made by contacting Teagasc Oak Park at 059-9170200.

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KILMACTHOMAS MACRA TURN 70! Kilmacthomas Macra would like to invite everyone to celebrate with them at their 70th Anniversary Banquet Dinner on Saturday November 17th in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. There will be music by the Bottle Brothers and a

DJ 'til late on the night. Great night guaranteed! Tickets â&#x201A;Ź40. Contact Mark on 087-9566678. KILMACTHOMAS MACRA GO THROUGH TO KNOW YOUR AG NATIONAL FINAL Congratulations to Kilmacthomas Macra who took first and second place for Waterford in the Know your Ag Quiz held in Carrick-on-Suir on Friday, 12th October. They will now represent Waterford in the Know Your Ag National Final on 26th October in the Clonmel Park Hotel. PUBLIC SPEAKING COUNTY ROUND Waterford Macra will hold our County Round of Public Speaking on Friday, 19th October at 8.00 p.m. in The Central Bar, Cappoquin. All welcome!

Forestry budget retained despite forestry targets not being achieved IFA Farm Forestry Chair, Pat Collins welcomes the â&#x201A;Ź103 million allocation to the forestry programme in Budget 2019, although it represents a slight decrease in funding compared to Budget 2018. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The decrease is mainly due to the fact a number of farmers are coming to the end of their twenty-year forest premiums, when the annual afforestation programme was 12,000 hectares. It should have no impact on the funding available to farmers that want to construct a new forest road, or those interested in planting some of their land as an alterna-

tive income source,â&#x20AC;? said Mr. Collins. The latest figures available from the Forest Service show that planting is down 20% and the construction of new forest road is down 31%, compared with 2017 levels. Mr. Collins said that land availability continued to be the biggest issue facing the sector, with large areas of productive land restricted from the afforestation programme. He said that the Government must work to remove restriction on all land types suitable for forestry, if afforestation targets are to be achieved and the lack

of regional spread within the programme addressed. He concluded by saying that he hoped that the amendment to the Planning and Development Act 2018, which relaxed the development provision for private roads serving forestry/woodlands, once they do not provide access to a national road, would increase the number of farmers applying for forest road applications. He said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;IFA had been working closely with the Forest Service to secure this exemption and reduce the red tape associated with applying for a forest road.â&#x20AC;?

READERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S QUERIES Question: My uncle is a GLAS participant. He is required to attend a GLAS training course. As he is unwell at the minute I have been approved to attend the course on his behalf. The trouble is the course has been cancelled for this weekend and it will be run again in two weeksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; time. Will this nomination approval still be valid for the next course? Can you please advise? Answer: The approval you have is specific to the course this weekend; therefore as the course has been cancelled you will have to apply to Johnstown Castle again to gain approval as a nominee for the next course. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Take a few minutes to have a safety walkabout on your farm before Winter is

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Déise Newsround tomekeith@hotmail.com We welcome positive, good news stories for this page! Where the news is always good! info@dungarvanobserver.ie JUST had to steal this picture from Noreen O'Brien (with her permission of course). It is perfect in every respect, content, composition, location and sharpness. It shows the Irish Autumnal landscape at its very best. The people of the New England States of America make a very good industry from the 'Leaf Season', with throngs of visitors coming from near and far to see the multi-coloured treescape with every shade of gold and brown blending beautifully together. Having missed that experience some years ago by just a week or two. I now know that given suitable weather conditions, we have our own 'Leaf Season' at many locations in Waterford and around Ireland. There is many an artist who would give anything to paint this, but, in the meantime, Noreen's stunning picture will keep me very happy, relaxed and content"!

Come meet Moe at his film this Sunday IF you are intending to go to the cinema this coming weekend, spare a couple of hours for a

powerful new film starring our local hero, Moe Dunford. After his part in ‘Black

’47, the film which tells the truth about the so called ‘Famine’ in Ireland in the 1840s, along comes Moe with a starring role in ‘Rosie’ alongside Sarah Greene in the title role and their three screen children. Moe will attend the 7.00 p.m. showing this coming Sunday night and will talk about the movie in the cinema beforehand. There will surely be a full house, so book ahead or come early, very early to hear Moe as well. The story tells the story of an average family fighting homelessness and looking for a place for the family to stay overnight. It’s a powerful story, a powerful performance and a powerful film. There is more about it inside.

Minute’s silence for Mailboat victims Pictured outside Dungarvan Post Office last Wednesday are members of Dungarvan Postal staff and some members of the public who observed a minute’s silence in memory of the victims of the sinking of the Royal Mail Ship Leinster on 10th October, 1918. The staff are: Joe O’Riordan (Postmaster), Seamus Power Alex Hennebry and Donal O’Dwyer, DSU. LAST Wednesday morning at 10.45 a.m., the Dungarvan Post Office closed briefly to allow for a minute’s silence to be observed in memory of the twenty-one postal workers who perished on the ‘Leinster’, a mailboat operating between Dun Laoighaire and Holyhead. At precisely 10.50, the time of the first explosion on board the Leinster, Dungarvan Postmaster, Postmaster, Joe O’Riordan announced the minute’s silence which was observed by the postal staff and some members of the public who paused to take part. Joe explained the significance of the gesture in memory of their colleagues a century ago and the circumstances of the sinking of what was a non-combat vessel. He announced that on that day, An Post issued a stamp to commemorate the centenary of the sinking of the RMS Leinster. The ship was one of four sister ships that carried mail and passengers between Dun Laoghaire (then Kingstown) and Holyhead in Wales. Each ship had a post office where mails were sorted by staff from Dublin’s

main sorting office. The route was operated between 1850 and 1920 by the City of Dublin Steam Packet Company. On October 10, 1918, a few weeks before the end of the First World War, the ship, with an official complement of 771 people was hit twice by torpedoes from a German submarine not far from the Kish Bank and some 22 kilometres from Dun Laoghaire. While the number of people who died in the worst maritime disaster on the Irish Sea is probably higher, the official death toll was 501. The dead included 37 members of the ships crew, 21 of the 22 postal sorters, 328 military and 115 civilian passengers. The German submarine, UB-123, struck a mine on its way home and its 36 crew members also perished. The commemorative stamp was designed by Design HQ and is based on a painting of the RMS Leinster by artist Brian Palm. The First Day Cover features a line drawing of the RMS Leinster, also by Brian Palm.

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SPORT

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WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALL

ARDMORE FOOTBALLERS RETAIN SENIOR STATUS

GAULTIER BACK ON TOP AFTER FINAL THRILLER

Comeragh Rangers 3-15; Kinsale 2-7.

Ardmore 2-14; Dungarvan 1-6.

Gaultier 1-17; De La Salle 2-13.

CAUSEWAY TENNIS CLUB INTERFIRMS

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SEE PAGES 14 & 15 Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman County GAA Board presents the County Intermediate Hurling Cup to Clonea's Captain, Robbie Flynn. [Sean Byrne]

CLONEA BRIDGES TWELVE YEAR GAP

GAA

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Tramore GAA wins a Digital Clock and Scoreboard courtesy of EirGrid! #EirGridGAA TRAMORE GAA in Co. Waterford has won a digital clock and scoreboard in a competition run by the GAA’s Official Timing Sponsor EirGrid. A winner from each Province was drawn at Croke Park by EirGrid External Communications Manager, Valerie Hedin and Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, John Horan. This fantastic prize comprises the delivery and installation of a top-of-the-range, LED, digital clock and scoreboard with a radio controlled handset to manage the score from anywhere in the ground. This will be an invaluable asset for Tramore GAA. This competition marks EirGrid’s continuing commitment to its GAA sponsorship portfolio. As well as being the GAA’s first ever official timing sponsor, it has also sponsored the EirGrid GAA Football U-20 Football All-Ireland Championship since 2015, the EirGrid International Rules Series

in 2015 and the Irish International Rules team in 2017. There were a total of 220 entries for this year’s digital clock and scoreboard competition. 80 entries came from Leinster, 64 from Munster, 48 from Connacht and 28 from Ulster. Tramore GAA’s Chairman Ruairi Connor said: “CLG Micheal MacCraith Trá Mhor, are thrilled with the news that we have won the EirGrid ‘Moments in Time’ photo competition. A digital clock and scoreboard is such a fantastic prize and will make a great addition to our facilities here in Tramore GAA. Our Adult, Juveniles, Ladies Football and Camogie players and all our members will benefit from this wonderful technology being installed in our grounds. The photo is fantastic and thanks to Sharon Kirk for capturing what really represents everyday sporting action here in our club. 1 Club 4 Games ‘Proud of our place’. Thank You EirGrid.” Speaking at the EirGrid digital

clock and scoreboard draw, Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael John Horan said; “Today’s draw brings to a close the fantastic competition that EirGrid has made available to our club network nationwide. EirGrid have provided our GAA clubs with a brilliant opportunity that has been reflected in the huge level of interest shown. “This competition further underlines the great commitment we continue to receive from EirGrid which has been hugely supportive of the association through its sponsorship of the GAA Football U-20 Championship, their involvement in International Rules and as our official GAA Timing sponsor.” Valerie Hedin commented: “We were delighted by the huge number of entries to the competition and I’d like to thank all who entered. “We hope these scoreboards will be of great benefit to GAA clubs around the country and further strengthen our ties with these communities.”

Tramore GAA, in Co. Waterford, have been announced as the Munster winner of the 2018 EirGrid Digital Clock and Scoreboard competition in Leinster. The winners were drawn at Croke Park by EirGrid External Communications Manager Valerie Hedin and Uachtarán Chumann Lúthchleas Gael John Horan. [Sam Barnes/Sportsfile]

Relegation or no relegation? THE Allianz Hurling Leagues could have a new look by 2020. GAA President John Horan has revealed that plans are afoot to revamp Division 1A and Division 1B of the leagues so as to allow managers place a greater emphasis on development of players in the competition. Under the proposals currently being considered, there would no longer be promotion and relegation between Divisions 1A and 1B. “It was felt the winners of the AllIreland were coming out of 1B and 1A seemed to be extremely com-

Naomh Chartaigh U-12 Town and County Football winners.

petitive and there was a feeling there that it wasn't giving managers an opportunity to actually play players in a developmental manner because results were key, particularly in 1A, even in 1B because they were all trying to get out of it,” “There is a view there that we will go back to two equal divisions and that they would play and there would only be relegation between the bottom two in each Division so relegation wouldn't be a factor and teams would get a chance to rest players and that players would get a chance to breakthrough.”

WESTERN BOARD GAA RESULT AND FIXTURES WESTERN BOARD RESULT Morrissey Family U-21 B Hurling: St Olivers 2-15; An Ghaeltacht 0-18. WESTERN BOARD FIXTURES Friday, 20th October, 2018 Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Relegation: Emmets v Geraldines 8.00 pm at Fraher Field Saturday, 21st October, 2018 Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Semi- Final: Ballinacourty v Ballinameela 7.00 pm at Fraher Field

Geraldines Naomh Chartaigh U-11 Town and County Football winners.

RELEGATION PLAY-OFF We play Colligan this Friday night in the relegation play-off 8.00 p.m. in Fraher Field. LOTTO There was no winner of last week’s lotto. Numbers drawn were 4, 14, 23. The five €20 winners were: Vincent Ryan, Zack Quinn, Vincent Ryan, Zara McHugh and Catty O’Neill.

GAA

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Clashmore/Kinsalebeg beaten by Clonea in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Intermediate Hurling Final in Fraher Field.

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Morrissey Family Western Under 21 ‘B’ Hurling Championship quarter-final

Goals by Culloo and McGrath the difference St. Olivers ………………… 2-15; An Ghaeltacht …………..…0-18. THIS match was played in splendid sunshine on Sunday morning last at the Bushy Park venue. It was a very competitive encounter with St. Oliver's holding a six point lead at the break. An Ghaeltacht had the better of the exchanges in the second half and just could not close the gap sufficiently to bring the game to extra time. It would have been no more than they deserved but on the day St. Oliver's just held on to be three points ahead at the long whistle and they now advance for a semi final meeting with Ballyduff. Oisin O Ceallaigh had the perfect start for An Ghaeltacht as he pointed within 15 seconds of the

throw-in. Liam O'Brien, who was St. Oliver's most impressive player on view, got their first point in the 3rd minute and straight from the puck-out he had number two. The same player pointed again in the 5th minute and An Ghaeltacht reduced the gap to the minimum in the 6th minute when Aodhan MacGearailt pointed. Liam O'Brien cancelled this score out for St. Olivers straight away. Oisin O Ceallaigh pointed for An Ghaeltacht and this was followed by a point for St. Olivers by Morgan Buckley. An Ghaeltacht tagged on the next two pints in the 13th (Seanai MacCraith) and 14th (Micheal O Floinn) minutes to level up proceedings. The first goal of the game

arrived in the 14th minute courtesy of Michael Culloo for St. Olivers. Then followed the first scores from frees and St. Olivers were first to hit the target when Mark Lynch pointed in the 15th minute and a minute later An Ghaeltacht had a pointed free through Oisin O Ceallaigh. Mark Lynch converted two more frees in the 19th and 20th minutes. He then pointed from play and in the 26th minute Morgan Buckley got his second for St. Olivers and Oisin O Ceallaigh completed the first half scoring when he pointed in the 28th minute. At the break St. Olivers led 1-10 to 0-7. The second half started with Oisin O Ceallaigh getting an even quicker score than he managed in

the first half when only 10 seconds had elapsed before he pointed. A minute later Seanai MacCraith pointed a free for An Ghaeltacht and Mark Lynch did likewise for St. Olivers in the 33rd minute. Two more points from Oisin O Ceallaigh followed before St. Olivers struck for their second goal in the 39th minute when Robbie McGrath rattled the net to leave St. Olivers 2-11 to 0-11 ahead. An Ghaletacht who were getting the better of the exchanges at this stage reduced the lead to three points with points from Seanai MacCraith (0-2) from frees and Micheal O Floinn from play. Mark Lynch pointed a free for St. Olivers in the 50th minute. An Ghaeltacht then brought the

gap down to a single point by the 53rd minute frees from Oision O Ceallaigh and Seanai MacCraith and another point through Stiofan O Di. Michael Culloo pointed in the 56th minute and this was cancelled out by Micheal O Floinn almost immediately. ADDED TWO FURTHER POINTS An Ghaeltacht had a number of chances to get the equaliser but it was St. Olivers who added two further points from Morgan Buckley (59th minute) and Elliott Stackwood in injury time. In the end of an entertaining 60 minutes it was St. Olivers who were marginally ahead at the end in a game that really could have went either way.

St. Olivers: D. Looby, D. Hally, P. J. O'Brien, M. Fogarty, J. Griffin, R. Shine, H. Griffin, R. McGrath (1-0), L. O'Brien, L. McGrath (0-4), M. Culloo (1-1), M. Buckley (0-3), E. Stackwood (0-1), T. O'Connell, M. Lynch (0-6, 0-5fs). Subs. C. Horwood for L. McGrath. An Ghaeltacht: J. O Lonain, T. O Cadhla, E. Og O Crotaigh, B. DeBarun, C. O Mathuna, C. O Cuirrin, D. Toibin, P. O Lonain, A. MacGearailt (0-1), O. O Ceallaigh (0-8, 0-3fs), S. MacCraith (0-5, 0-4fs), D. O Cuirrin, M. O Floinn (0-3), A. O Crotaigh, J. O Domhnaill. Subs. S. O Laoire for J. O Domhnaill, S. ODi (0-1) for A. O Crotaigh. Referee: Pat Casey (Affane/ Cappoquin).

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship Semi-Final

Old rivals meet in County football semi-final BALLINACOURTY V NIRE in Fraher Field Sunday, October 21st at 2 p.m. EAGERLY awaited fixtures continue at the Fraher Field this Sunday when old rivals Ballinacourty and Nire meet in the County senior football semi-final. This pairing invariably produce the goods when they cross swords and with the prize on offer this time round being a spot in the County Final against Kilrossanty, then Sunday’s encounter should be no different. Nire have enjoyed a better runin to Sunday as they have been concentrating on the big ball game since they won their last hurling championship game against Ballyduff on the 24th August. That was all of eight weeks ago while Ballinacourty have had to turn their attentions to this semi final after their hurlers playing the senior final just a fortnight ago. Nire haven’t been firing on all cylinders this year and when they were beaten by Ballinacourty on a

scoreline of 1-10 to 0-10 in their Group match back on July 15th, they looked a flat side. How they have used the intervening uninterrupted time to reignite their year will be all important here and one would expect to see a vintage Nire team in action on Sunday. The word is that they played a very useful challenge against Dublin side Ballyboden in Portlaoise recently so with a game like that behind them, it is clear that they are fully focussed on regaining a title that they last won in 2016 when they beat Ballinacourty by 1-17 to 0-8. Nobody in the expected large attendance will expect such a scoreline this time round but it goes to show the potential of the Ballymac based side when they show their claws. Diarmuid Murphy will likely man the goal for the Nire with Thomas O’Gorman on the edge of the square flanked by perhaps Conal Mulcahy and James McGrath. Shane Ryan is usually in the number 6 shirt with Dermot Ryan also in the half line while Jamie Barron could well be utilised up front on this occasion. If Craig Guiry’s fitness has improved, he and Tholom Guiry will be a tough nut to crack i lár na páirce while the key Nire player up

front is Conor Gleeson and the big question is in what position will he be played? Whether or which, it will be no surprise if man marker specialist Brian Looby will be in his shadow and this would be a dual of a great deal of both interest and importance. Darren Guiry could feature in defence or in attack and wherever he is placed, if he produces his best form, he can very much influence proceedings. Shane Walsh, if available, is still a key Nire player, whose own ability and that of bringing others onto the scoresheet is a vital cog in the Nire machine. Dylan Guiry, freetaker Shane O’Meara and Tom Barron are well capable of working the scoreboard while the hard work of such as Michael O’Gorman doesn’t go unnoticed in the team’s set up. Others likely to see game action include Ciaran Walsh, Kenny Brazil and Michael Moore and perhaps Seamus Lawlor, the latter two from their County winning junior side. Following their successful run in the hurling championship, the morale in the Abbeyside / Ballinacourty club is at an all time high. Their fitness levels and camaraderie leading into the game are where they would want to be while going into as slight under-

dogs because of the short turnaround from the hurling final eases any big game pressure and they can perform to their full potential. Having won titles in 2011 and in 2013, ‘Courty will be determined to bridge that six year gap in 2018. Four days after the hurling final, Peter Queally’s charges travelled to Cork to play C.I.T. in a challenge to get their big ball show back on the road and no doubt the intervening days have been used as best as possible. County goalie Stephen Enright leads the team from the back with fellow County men Conor McCarthy and Brian Looby and the hard working John Elstead in the full line. Conor Prunty may be utilised at centre back or in midfield or as a man marker on Conor Gleeson, if at number 6 he is likely to be flanked by Darragh McGrath and Shane Briggs. John Hurney and James Beresford were midfield partners the last time the teams met and this pair’s workrate is unquestionable. Gary Hurney had his injury concerns during the Summer but if he does line-out at centre forward he will form a very capable line with Neil Montgomery and Sean Whelan Barrett, both of these players keen no doubt to get their year

Brian Looby (Ballinacourty)

Darren Guiry (NIre)

back on track after the hurling final. As in the hurling side, Mark Ferncombe is the key player up front for the local teamand if marked by Thomas O’Gorman, this dual will be well worth scrutinising. Freetaker David Looby and Patrick Hurney should complete the full line while another decided asset in this sector or as an attacking wing back is Michael O’Halloran. Ballinacourty look to have a greater panel at their disposal than the Nire and names such as Tom Looby, Maurice Power, Richie Foley, Sean O’Hare, David Collins

and James O’Mahony could be handed to the fourth official during the course of the hour. These two sides never fail to bring the best out of one another and to create some fireworks and Sunday should be no different. The short turn around for ‘Courty tips the scales slightly in Nire’s favour while the question to be answered by the Nire is have they improved from their average form to date? If they have, they can return to their third final in a row. Forecast: Nire.

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Waterford Ladies Football

Ladies football development committee raises much needed funds WE would like to extend a massive thank you to the ladies football development committee who have been working tirelessly behind the scenes and raised a massive €30,000. This money will be used to help develop much

needed ladies football facilities in the county. Their hard work is much appreciated. UNDER 13 COUNTY FINALS Congratulations to all girls who took part in the under 13 county finals last weekend in Walsh Oark.

Aisling Hahessy captain of Comeragh Rangers being present with the Munster plate.

MUNSTER SENIOR CLUB PLATE FINAL RESULT Comeragh Rangers 3-15; Kinsale 2-7. Congratulations to Comeragh Rangers who won the Munster senior plate final against Mondale in Killeagh last Sunday. Congratulations to Emma Murray who

was awarded Player of the Match MUNSTER SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Best of luck to Ballymacarbry ladies football team who will play the banner of Clare in Mallow GAA on Friday, 19th October at 8 p.m.

Emma Murray Player of the Match.

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons M.H.C. Div. 1 Final

Ballygunner retains Minor crown in tight finish Ballygunner …………….… 0-16; Mount Sion ……………..… 0-15. IN a repeat of the previous year’s final, won narrowly by Ballygunner, the defending champions came out on top in Walsh Park on Saturday week last when holding off a late Mount Sion rally that saw the challengers just come up short of securing a replay in a very tight finish. That much said, the champions held the upper hand for most of the hour and on the run of play might have been further ahead than the five points that divided the teams midway through the second half but for some bad wides accumulated from some frees in scorable positions and some excellent goalkeeping by Sion’s Josh Fanning. Regarding free taking, Mount Sion had no problems in that department as it was the accuracy from placed balls by Jordan Roche, eleven points in all, that kept them in touch and in a position to put the winners under pressure in the closing stages when they finally produced the hurling of which they are capable.

Playing into the stiff breeze in the first half Ballygunner opened the scoring inside a minute with a fine Gavin Corbett point. Jordan Roche had his first point following a foul on Jack Meaney as he headed goalward and at the other end Jack Troy was similarly stopped with Cormac Power sending over the free. Roche again levelled for Sion in the 5th minute but, as play went on, Ballygunner proceeded to exert dominance in the middle third of the field, with Tadhg Foley and Tom Gallagher particularly prominent. It took a couple of brilliant saves by Josh Fanning in the Mount Sion goal to keep his side in touch and despite some glaring misses from frees Ballygunner had moved into a three point lead with scores from Power and Jack Troy before further points from Jordan Roche, frees and a strike from play by Jamie Gleeson had the sides level at 0-6 each after 20 minutes. The remainder of the half saw Ballygunner in control as points from Kevin Mahony, Cormac Power, Conor Berry and Gavin

Corbett gave their side a comfortable 0-10 to 0-6 lead at half-time with wind advantage to come in the second half. Mount Sion came out for the second half with a number of switches in defence but The Gunners continued to make the early running, increasing their lead with points from Tom Gallagher and Kevin Mahony inside five minutes with Josh Fanning again forced to make a great save from Conor Berry to keep his goal intact. Mount Sion hit back with another point from a Roche free and a fine score from Alan Kirwan before Paddy Leavy put The Gunners five points clear again from a free in the 40th minute. As the game moved into the last quarter Mount Sion produced their best spell with points between the 44th and 46th minutes from substitute P. J. Murphy, Ben Frisby and Jordan Roche (F) to cut the deficit to two points. Ballygunner responded to the challenge with Josh Fanning again called into action between the Sion posts as Conor

Berry (2Fs) and Kevin Mahony restored a five point lead with five minutes remaining. Those last five minutes saw Mount Sion throwing everyone forward with The Gunners’ defence coming under strong pressure as Jordan Roche sent over two frees following fouls on Meaney and Kirwan to cut the deficit to three points in the 57th minute. A save by Mark Kilgannon yielded a ‘65’ which the unerring Roche pointed and with the game in three minutes of added time the same player sent over to leave the minimum between the teams. In a nail biting finish Sion had an opportunity to snatch the equalising point but a free out of defence relieved the pressure on Ballygunner and they held on to secure back to back minor titles. For the winners, team captain Tadhg Foley was outstanding at the centre of the defence and was the worthy winner of the J. J. Kavanagh ‘Man of the Match’ accolade. He had strong back up from the performances of Cormac

Power, Tom Gallagher, Kevin Mahony and Gavin Corbett but overall this was a big team performance from Ballygunner. Outplayed for much of the game Mount Sion battled on to the end and had the winners under pressure in the final minutes when they almost secured the draw that would have given them an opportunity to produce their best form in a replay. On a day that saw many of their top players off form, Josh Fanning stood out in goal while Jordan Roche’s superb free taking kept his side in the game with Luke O’Brien and Alan Kirwan coming on strong in the closing stages. This final was significant in that it was the last minor final to be played at U-18. Next year the county championship will fall into line with the inter-county scene which means this year’s U-16s will compete for the minor championship and with the U-21 club championship scrapped in favour of an U-19 championship this year’s minor teams will be competing against each other next season

in the inaugural U-19 championship. Scorers – Ballygunner: Cormac Power 0-5 (2f), Conor Berry (2fs) and Kevin Mahony 0-3 each, Gavin Corbett 0-2, Jack Troy, Tom Gallagher and Paddy Leavy (f) 0-1 each. Mount Sion: Jordan Roche 0-11 (10fs, 1’65’), Alan Kirwan, Jamie Gleeson, Ben Frisby and P. J. Murphy 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Mark Kilgannon, Sean O’Neill, Tom Dalton, Sean Harney, Matthew Kiely, Tadhg Kiely, Eoin O’Brien, Tom Gallagher, Paddy Leavy, Cormac Power, Jack Troy, Jack Pierce, Kevin Mahony, Conor Berry, Gavin Corbett. Mount Sion: Josh Fanning, Colm Kennedy, P. J. Fanning, Morgan Grace, Jack Byrne, Luke O’Brien, Eoin Power, Charlie Costello, Jamie Gleeson, Jordan Roche, Alan Kirwan, Jack Meaney, Ben Frisby, Peter Nolan, Jake Moloney. Subs: P. J. Murphy for Nolan, Conor Meaney for Moloney. Referee: Colm Cunningham (Tallow).

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Ardmore footballers retain senior status JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP RELEGATION FINAL Referee Anthony Fitzgerald (Gaultier) pictured with team captains Kenny Murphy (Ardmore) on left and Gavin Crotty (Dungarvan).

Ardmore ……………………2-14; Dungarvan ………………..…1-6. ARDMORE beat Dunhill in the 1997 County intermediate football championship final by 2-6 to 1-3 and since then they have plied their big ball trade in the senior grade. That status was in danger this year when they were defeated by Portlaw in part one of this year’s relegation series but they celebrated their 21st year in the top grade at the Fraher Field last Friday evening with a clearcut 0-11 win over a disappointing Dungarvan side. The local side were just one year in the senior championship, having won the intermediate final against St. Saviours in 2017 but on the evidence of the game last Friday it showed that retaining their senior status meant much more to Ardmore than it did to the Blues. It looks all so different before the break when a goal by Gavin Crotty and fine points from play by Ryan Donnolly and Kieran Power gave Dungarvan a 0-5 lead at 1-6 to 0-4 but they didn’t score for the remainder of the game as Ardmore registered an unanswered 2-10. Dungarvan’s collapse was characterised by a lack of both fitness and effort while Ardmore went from strength to strength as the game progressed. Led by the inspirational Seamus and Declan Prendergast, though short the injured Seamus Keating, the winners took a hold of this game at the start of the second half and the result was decided long before the final whistle. Ardmore wing back Niall Hennessy opened the scoring inside the first minute answered by a Darren Duggan minor three minutes later. The teams were still

level at the end of the first quarter after scores by James Flavin and Kenny Moore and then Gavin Crotty (f) and Stephen Keating the latter’s score the result of a fine save by Dungarvan goalie Mark Boland, 0-3 each. Both teams lost players to injury in that first quarter with Joe Duggan replacing Luke O’Callaghan in the 8th minute for Dungarvan and Padraig Foley coming on for Richie Hennessy two minutes later. Dungarvan shot into the lead in the 17th minute when Gavin Crotty and Kieran Power placed Joe Allen and they should have goaled three minutes later when Crotty’s quick free to Darren Duggan went unrewarded. However, the green flag was raised in their favour in the 24th minute when Gavin Crotty reacted best to a free coming back off the upright and when Ryan Donnolly and Kieran Power scored their points, it looked as if the Blues were on their way to remaining in the senior grade. Ardmore had other ideas though and, despite some bad wides and five in total in the first moiety, they scored twice before the short whistle via John Gartland and Sean Barron, ‘45’ to leave the half-time scoreboard reading 1-6 (D) to 0-6 (A). The majority of the small attendance believed that Dungarvan were still the better side but from the start of the second half, it was clear that they were not fit and Ardmore won this period by 2-8 to 0-0. Before long it was all one way traffic into the country end goal and five minutes in a James Kennedy goal had the teams level for the fifth occasion. John Gartland had a goal chance in the 37th minute but he

soon made amends when kicking the lead score followed similarly by his brother David who was exerting his superiority around the middle of the field. By the end of the third quarter Sean Barron and James Kennedy (f) had increased the winner’s advantage to 1-10 to 1-6 and at this stage it was evident that Dungarvan were a spent force. There was no further scoring until the 51st minute when James Kennedy ended the game as a contest when he finished a Kenny Murphy pass to the back of the net, 2-10 to 1-6. Murphy himself had a goal chance in the 53rd minute while excellent Blues keeper Mark Boland denied James Kennedy his hat trick with a superb stop five minutes before the end of normal time. Ardmore added 0-4 before the end via Sean Barron (2), James Flavin and Niall Hennessy to copper fasten a very deserving stay in the top grade while Dungarvan have a lot of soul searching to do over the winter months. Ardmore’s Top Three: James Kennedy, David Gartland, Declan Prendergast. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Michael Kiely, Gavin Crotty, Mark Boland. Observer’s Man of the Match: James Kennedy. Number of Scorers: Ardmore 7. Dungarvan 6. Scores From Play: Ardmore 2-12; Dungarvan 1-5. Frees For: Ardmore 10. Dungarvan 14. Wides: Ardmore 10. Dungarvan 8. Score of the Match: Ryan Donnolly’s 28th minute point for Dungarvan. Scorers – Ardmore: James

Dungarvan's Michael Kearney holds possession despite the attentions of Ardmore's James Flavin with David Gartland close by.

Kennedy 2-2 (2f), Sean Barron 0-4 (1’45’), Niall Hennessy, James Flavin and David Gartland 0-2 each, Stephen Keating and John Gartland 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Gavin Crotty 1-1 (1f), Darren Duggan, Kenny Moore, Joe Allen, Ryan Donnolly and Kieran Power 0-1 each. Ardmore: Niall Power; Kenny Murphy, Declan Prendergast, Joe Murphy; Niall Hennessy, Seamus Prendergast, Richie Prendergast;

David Gartland, Jack Keane; James Flavin, John O’Brien, James Kennedy; John Gartland, Stephen Keating, Sean Barron. Subs: Padraig Foley for Richie Hennessy (inj, 10); Tommy Power for Stephen Keating (inj, h/t); Jack Walsh for James Flavin (inj, 59); Richard Stilwell for Joe Conway (61). Dungarvan: Mark Boland; Kealan Daly, Aaron Donnolly, Jack Lacey; Kealan Barry, John Curran,

Michael Kiely; Joe Allen, Kieran Power; Kenny Moore, Gavin Crotty, Michael Kearney; Ryan Donnolly, Darren Duggan, Luke O’Callaghan. Subs: Joe Duggan for Luke O’Callaghan (inj, 8); Patrick Curran for Darren Duggan (h/t); Darragh Lyons for Michael Kearney (41); Fionn Hallahan for Ryan Donnolly (61). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Gaultier).

Kelly strikes killer scores in Tramore triumph HOOPER DOLAN INTERMEDIATE B CAMOGIE FINAL Tramore ……………………... 4-9; Butlerstown ………………..... 3-5.

By Tomás McCarthy at WIT Arena

PLAYER of the match Sally Kelly scored 2-7, including two second half goals, as Tramore grabbed intermediate B honours in a lively curtain raiser on Sunday. Sonya Acheson's team, who won the junior championship last year, led by ten points entering the closing stages but a battling Butlerstown gave them a late scare. The electric Elizabeth McGrath

whipped to the net two minutes from time before Katie Browne added another three-pointer. With the excitement building in the stands, Claire Nolan missed a free to bring it back to a one score game. Tramore went up the other end as Kate-Marie Hearne fed Kelly in front of goal. The full forward smashed her initial shot off the crossbar but poked home the rebound. It was an all-action display from Kelly who spent time with the Déise ladies football squad this season. The number fourteen recovered from three first half wides to shoot 2-3 in the second period off left and

right. She was a forceful presence up top and put in a big hit on Kate McMahon. All Ireland medallist Kate-Marie Hearne previously wore the blue and gold of Butlerstown but she was a thorn in their side on this occasion. The centre forward tallied 1-2 as she ran at the heart of the defence. Abbie Dunphy, Clara Griffin, Saoirse O'Brien and Kristin Farrell also played significant roles for the winners who overpowered their opponents for the most part. Butlerstown got the better start as Niamh Crowley forced home a goal in the ninth minute. Shannon Acheson batted away Elizabeth McGrath's point attempt and saved

Claire Nolan’s follow-up effort before the corner forward pounced. Three Kelly frees levelled the match before Tara Power emerged from a herd of players on 17 minutes and unleashed a scorcher past Kate Walsh (1-3 to 1-0). Last ditch defending from Butlerstown prevented further green flags for Jordan Scholtz and Kelly. A second goal seemed inevitable however. After Kelly converted a 45, Hearne raced through and found the far corner. McGrath and Katie Browne mustered injury time points for Butlerstown as they trailed 2-4 to 1-2. Crowley reduced the deficit to four within fifty seconds of the

restart. However, they wouldn't shift the scoreboard again for another twenty minutes. Kelly struck two points from play before her 47th minute effort sailed over Kate Walsh and dropped into the corner of the net (3-7 to 1-3). Hearne and Kelly maintained that ten point gap with two minutes to play. Those late goals caused some tremors in the Tramore ranks until Kelly settled it three minutes into injury time. Twelve months on from their junior jubilation, captain Kristin Farrell held the brand new intermediate trophy aloft. Scorers for Tramore: Sally Kelly 27 (3fs, 2 45s), Kate Marie Hearne 1-2, Tara Power 1-0.

Scorers for Butlerstown: Niamh Crowley, Katie Browne 1-2 each, Elizabeth McGrath 1-1. Tramore: Shannon Acheson; Muireann Cuddihy, Leah Barry, Saoirse O'Brien; Clara Griffin, Abbie Dunphy, Hannah Leamy; Eimear Gallagher, Kristin Farrell; Tara Power, Kate-Marie Hearne, Alannah Jones; Jordan Scholtz, Sally Kelly, Sarah Power. Subs: Saoirse English for Sarah Power, Majella Pollard for Tara Power, Donna Cowman for Scholtz. Butlerstown: Kate Walsh; Emer Kearney, Tara Lacey, Jean Burns; Sadie Mai Rowe, Aoife Shanahan, Shauna Farrell; Nicola Collins, Caroline Farrelly; Claire Nolan, Sally Brown, Kate McMahon; Elizabeth McGrath, Katie Browne, Niamh Crowley. Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald

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Hooper Dolan Senior Camogie Final

Gaultier back on top after final thriller Gaultier …………………..…1-17; De La Salle …………………2-13. Tomás McCarthy WIT Arena THE garlands went to Gaultier on Sunday after a spectacular senior final that kept the large crowd captivated until the final whistle. The blue and navy suffered at the hands of Lismore in 2017 and they hung on in nail biting fashion over six added minutes to deny first time finalists De La Salle. In a classic encounter, nine points from player of the match Annie Fitzgerald, six in the second half, steered them to their second county title in three years. They were seven up entering first half injury time but a Beth Carton penalty and a stunning Abby Flynn strike levelled the match for the first time by the 43rd minute. Crucially, the next three points belonged to Gaultier. Carton, who finished with 1-12, twice closed the gap to one but Salle couldn't find an equaliser. Ciara Jackman repelled late efforts from Courtney Healy and Carton. This was Gaultier's third consecutive final appearance and that experience told in the end. All the stars came out to play on this sunny afternoon. While Annie Fitzgerald shone brightest for the newly crowned champions, it was also a day to remember for full forward Aoife Fitzgerald. On her first senior final start, the St Angela's Ursuline student scored 13 from play. She shook the De La Salle cobwebs in the eighth minute and nearly had a second goal. Another Munster minor medallist Kate Lynch had a productive hour at centre forward as she hit two points, was involved in the move for Aoife Fitzgerald's goal and assisted two other scores. Ciara O'Sullivan also won big possessions around

Gaultier team who defeated De La Salle in the Hooper Dolan Waterford Senior Camogie County Final at WIT Arena on Sunday, 14th Oct., 2018. [Noel Browne]

the half forward line. After her legendary block in the semi-final, Aine Lyng backed it up with another sturdy performance. She made a jaw dropping catch in the first half to set up Emer Walsh and added two points of her own. On the losing side, Brianna O'Regan saved four certain Gaultier goals and dealt assuredly with high balls that fell short. Carton logged six wides but dragged De La Salle back into a game that was drifting away from them. Flynn had a quiet first half but was a nightmare for both Margo Heffernan and Claire Dunne over the rest of the hour. The promising teenager racked up 1-1 and was fouled on five occasions. Annie Fitzgerald opened this high tempo final with a successful 45 before that amazing Aine Lyng catch created a point for Emer Walsh. Beth Carton fetched the next puckout and split the posts

from fifty metres. Emma Roche picked up the All Star nominee from the start and her long clearance led to Gaultier’s one and only green flag. Kate Lynch and Annie Fitzgerald carried the ball closer to goal before Aoife Fitzgerald billowed the roof of the net. A double save from Brianna O'Regan prevented a second goal. Despite Carton's classy scores, the Gaultier lead widened to five points by the nineteenth minute. Lynch was responsible for two. Hannah Flynn then received a yellow card for bringing Carton to ground and the centre forward claimed her fifth point of the afternoon. Aine Lyng, Annie Fitzgerald and Aoife Fitzgerald posted singles during a period of supremacy for Gaultier where their advantage swelled to seven (1-9 to 0-5). Aoife Fitzgerald was also denied a second goal. An injury time penalty was a godsend for De La Salle. Megan

O'Connor was fouled by Margo Heffernan and Carton drilled the resultant dead ball straight down the middle. 1-9 to 1-5 as the teams returned to the WIT complex. Two Carton frees and Abby Flynn's first score chopped it down to two. Lynch offloaded to Annie Fitzgerald who delivered her second point of the half into the dressing room end. She then forced a save from O'Regan but the ball was recycled and Ann Corcoran eventually supplied Lyng (1-12 to 18). Carton converted a free following a foul on the increasingly dangerous Flynn. Niamh Murphy and Carton then put her in the clear and a low shot flew under Ciara Jackman. Level for the first time. Game on. Annie Fitzgerald's 45 on 46 minutes settled Gaultier and she followed it up with another from play when she raced onto a ball in

behind. Aoife Fitzgerald gave them a three-point buffer. Carton and Flynn reignited Salle and two frees left only a point between them with five minutes remaining. Gaultier turned to Annie Fitzgerald again. Shauna Fitzgerald and Lyng laid on her fifth from play before O'Regan dived in on substitute Clodagh Carroll. Fitzgerald did the needful from the subsequent free. During an action-packed injury time, Martin Quilty flashed yellows to Claire Dunne and Lyng. Two Carton frees prompted two white flags. Ciara O'Sullivan and Annie Fitzgerald won crucial balls but both players were penalised by Quilty, much to the annoyance of the Gaultier faithful. The Kilkenny whistler pinged Fitzgerald consistently for steps. As the game wandered deep into injury time, Salle desperately searched for an equaliser. Healy or

Carton couldn't nail late opportunities and Gaultier were giddy when the curtain fell on this unforgettable final. Scorers for Gaultier: Annie Fitzgerald 0-9 (2fs, 2 45s), Aoife Fitzgerald 1-3, Kate Lynch, Aine Lyng 0-2 each, Emer Walsh 0-1. Scorers for De La Salle: Beth Carton 1-12 (10fs, 1-0 pen), Abby Flynn 1-1. Gaultier: Ciara Jackman; Emily Mahony, Margo Heffernan, Claire Dunne; Leah Sheridan, Emma Roche, Hannah Flynn; Aine Lyng, Shauna Fitzgerald; Ciara O'Sullivan, Kate Lynch, Annie Fitzgerald; Ann Corcoran, Aoife Fitzgerald, Emer Walsh. Sub: Clodagh Carroll for Walsh. De La Salle: Brianna O’Regan; Siobhain Heylin, Taylor Healy, Jean Dooley; Lucy Hogan, Colette Hogan, Ciara Twomey; Courtney Healy, Niamh Murphy; Megan O'Connor, Beth Carton, Roisin Heylin; Holly Ryan, Abby Flynn, Chloe Dempsey. Subs: Tonya Murray for Twomey, Hayley Cox for Ryan. Referee: Martin Quilty

100 Great GAA Moments - new book featuring Waterford's John Treacy WATERFORD is featured prominently in John Scally’s new book 100 Great GAA Moments published by Black and White Publishing. Scally’s previous books include best-selling biographies of Dermot Earley, Pat Spillane and Ger Loughnane. In its long and rich history the GAA has provided many great moments. 100 Great GAA Moments is a celebration of the best of them: the Thunder and Lightning Final; the Polo Grounds Final; Seamus Darby’s goal in 1982; the epic clashes between Dublin and Meath in 1991; Leitrim’s Connacht title in 1994; Clare ending 81 years in the wilderness; Wexford becoming home to ‘the Riverdance of Sport’ and the GAA opening up Croke Park to other sports. These moments and many more are featured in these pages. Every county is included. Based on exclusive interviews as seen through the eyes of the key personalities who shaped them, 100 Great GAA Moments goes behind the scenes and offers unique eyewitness accounts of the dramas on and off the pitch that captivated, enthralled and occasionally infuriated the nation. New light is shed on old controversies, fresh insights into the players and personalities that linger long in the memory are provided, and the epic contests that turned the national games into the national soap opera are recounted by the men and women who were there in the heat of the battles.

100 Great GAA Moments is out now and available from all good bookstores. ‘A great book that capture the real essence of the GAA. Special times and memories for everyone that was involved in our greatest GAA moments.’ – Ciaran Whelan, Dublin legend

‘A book that will open up a treasure trove of memories for GAA fans.’ – Bernard Flynn, Meath Legend ABOUT THE AUTHOR John Scally is a lecturer in Trinity College, but in his spare time is a writer and broadcaster. Since 1992 he has written 40 books with cumulative sales of over 150,000 copies. He is the author of the biggest selling GAA book in Ireland, Raising the Banner: The Biography of Ger Loughnane, and for a few years his biography of Tony Ward was the biggest selling rugby book in Ireland. FOREWORD BY JOE CANNING Black & White Publishing 100 Great GAA Moments JOHN SCALLY Published 4th October, 2018 Priced €18.99 TREACY INCULCATED IN THE CULTURE OF THE GAA The following is an extract from John Scally’s new book 100 Great GAA Moments – featuring Waterford’s John Treacy: Scally states that although best known as a twice world cross-country champion and for his silver medal in the marathon at the 1984 Olympics Waterford’s John Treacy was inculcated to the culture of Gaelic games at an early age. ‘Growing up in Villierstown we played football and hurling on the Commons. I went to many a club match where there

was skin and hair flying. A number of the games never finished!’ How does he react to the view that Waterford’s attempt to physically intimidate Kilkenny before and at the start of the 2008 All-Ireland belonged to 1995 and not to ‘08 because the game had moved on too much. ‘One of the greatest lessons I learned in sport is never p**s off your opponents. I remember when I was in my prime in Providence College myself and Gerry Deegan were running against a guy from Holy Cross College in Massachusetts. We put on a bit of a spurt at one stage but the guy stayed with us and said in a very arrogant way: “You’re not going to drop me that easily.” We didn’t like the way he said that so we dropped him a half a mile in the space of a mile! ‘Waterford hadn’t learned that lesson going in to that final. You never p**s of Kilkenny. The only chance you have is to cosy up to them and tell them that you are delighted to be in their company. It was incredible to watch the game to see how much the game has changed from my youth because there is so much speed and skill. I think of Henry Shefflin scoring with consummate ease from an almost impossible angle. Nothing adorns the game like a player of his skill just like the way players like Brian Mullins and Jack O’Shea lit up Gaelic games in the 1970s and ‘80s. In a different way DJ Carey had lit up the game

with his speed and artistry. I marvelled at him because he was fantastic. What really stood out for me attending the 2008 All-Ireland final was their half-back line. They were awesome. Nothing but nothing could get passed them. I think of Brian Cody as the Alex Ferguson of Irish sport. He is an incredible manager. He sets the bar very high and demands and gets the highest standards off his players If you don’t reach them you have no future as a Kilkenny hurler no matter how much skill you have. He knows everything about every promising player in every corner of the county. He is always looking for ways to improve the team. He leaves nothing to chance and everything about his preparations is always well thought through.’ Treacy had something of an insider’s view of the fortunes of the hurling team. ‘I really admire many of the players like Tony Browne, Paul Flynn, Dan Shanahan, and John Mullane. Justin McCarthy called me a number of times when he was coach and brought me down to speak to the team. He also got Seán Kelly as well. Justin did a lot for Waterford hurling and let’s just say the manner in which he was forced to leave the job left a lot to be desired. When I spoke to the team I tried to instill in them something of the culture of discipline, sacrifice and wanting to win more than anybody else that is essential to success in athletics and indeed all sports.’

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Lismore Camogie Club under 6, under 8 and under 10 camogie teams at the Brian Borus Blitz.

Abbeyside under 10 hurlers who hosted our friends from Ballygunner in a pre-County Final under 10 hurling blitz.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Group of boys and girls who travelled to Croke Park to participate in the largest hurling lesson and enter the Guinness World Record.

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Foireann Peile Na Ghaeltachta Fé 11 a raibh bua maith acu i gcoinne An Uidhir agus An tSráid Bhaile le déanaí.

Stradbally GAA Under 6 and U-8’s who travelled to Glenmore on Sunday week and represented the club with two great performances against an excellent Glenmore side.

Stradbally Under 6 hurling team.

St. Pat's under 9 hurlers who participated in the Roanmore hurling blitz last Saturday, they played against Tramore, Portlaw and Douglas from Cork. All the players enjoyed the games and thanks to the Roanmore club for hosting this tournament annually.

Clashmore under 8 football team who competed in the Waterford Coaching and Games Development Blitz in Fraher Field recently.

Iománaithe Fé 9 na Gaeltachta a ghlac páirt i mBlitz sa Ruán Mhór.

Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s U-13 team who played in the Shane Gleeson Memorial Tournament in Ballymac recently.

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Gaelic Jottings Clonea’s day in the sun

Allianz League and in the Munster championship game against Cork in June.

IT was literally Clonea’s day in the sun at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon when they bade farewell to their hurling home for the past dozen years, the intermediate championship, behind them to qualify for the top tier of hurling in Waterford in 2019. Clonea last won the intermediate title at the same venue back in 2006 in altogether different weather conditions when they defeated Dungarvan by 2-9 to 2-4. The club’s long wait to return Senior has been built on solid underage work in the intervening years proving once more that solid work at under age is required by any club if they wish to make an impact at adult level. When Clonea are playing, it is always noticeable of the amount of children present at their games with their hurleys and showing a keen interest in proceedings out on the field. This is a sure sign that this club with an old tradition (County senior champions in 1902, 03, 05, 07 and 52) is heading in the right direction and that their future is ensured under the way their club is operating at the moment. At the other end of the spectrum, it was a tough day for the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg club to lose out so narrowly in the end. They weren’t too far away from the winner’s enclosure and when the dust settles on this one, they can look back on their hurling year with justifiable pride, having won their first ever Divisional title in 2018 and setting the seeds for another County title attempt in the coming years. Overall, it was a good day for the GAA in the County.

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Cody’s 21st BRIAN Cody has been confirmed as the Kilkenny senior hurling manager for 2019, the County Board announced last week. The 64-year-old has been in charge of the Cats since 1998 and is the county’s longest serving and most successful manager. Cody has won 11 All-Ireland hurling titles over the last two decades, collecting 15 Leinster Championships and nine National Hurling Leagues. The Kilkenny County Board announced on Monday that Derek Lyng and James McGarry will continue as selectors and Michael Dempsey will continue as trainer again next year alongside Cody for 2019. Kilkenny have not won the Liam MacCarthy Cup since 2015, exiting the Championship last Summer by two points at the hands of Limerick in the quarter-finals at Semple Stadium in July.

Iggy exits WATERFORD senior hurling goalie Ian O’Regan has announced his retirement from the inter-county game. The 35-yearold served under four different Waterford managers during his career. O’Regan has become the second player on the county panel to step away in recent weeks, following full-back Barry Coughlan’s recent decision to retire. Neither player will be available to Paraic Fanning for his debut campaign in charge in 2019. O’Regan made his debut in the 2004 All-Ireland semi-final against Kilkenny and had to wait nine years for his next championship start. He largely operated as Stephen O’Keeffe’s back-up during Derek McGrath’s reign. A long-serving member of the Deise squad, the Mount Sion man featured during this year’s

BEATEN All Ireland football finalists Tyrone will begin next year in the Ulster preliminary round against Derry after the 2019 championship draw was made on RTÉ last week. Mayo and Galway cannot face-off until a possible Connacht final, while Dublin will begin their bid for a fifth All-Ireland in-a-row against either Louth or Wicklow in the Leinster quarterfinal. CONNACHT SFC 2019 In Connacht, Mayo and Galway have been kept apart in Connacht for the first time in four years and they could potentially meet in the decider if they progress that far. It was already decided that Mayo will travel to New York, while Galway were drawn against London. If they win, the Tribesmen will face Sligo in the semi-final. All-Ireland quarter-finalists Roscommon face Terry Hyland’s Leitrim in the quarter-final and will play the winners of New York/Mayo in the last four. LEINSTER SFC 2019 All-Ireland champions Dublin will open their 2019 campaign against the winners of Louth and Wexford in the provincial quarter-final. The Dubs could potentially face Kildare or Longford in the semi-final, while Wicklow are also on that side of the draw. Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Laois and Carlow were all boosted by being placed on the opposite side of the draw to Dublin. The Royals face John Maughan’s Offaly in the first round with Carlow awaiting the victors in the last eight, while neighbours Westmeath and Laois face-off. MUNSTER SFC 2019 In Munster, Cork and Kerry are on separate sides of the semi-final draw. The Kingdom will await the winners of the quarter-final clash of Clare v Waterford, while the Rebels will contend with the victors from the Tipperary v Limerick contest. ULSTER SFC 2019 Derry were handed a tough task against Tyrone in the preliminary round of Ulster, with Antrim facing the side that advances in the last eight. Donegal are on the same side of the draw and take on last year’s provincial finalists Fermanagh for a place in the semi-finals. Cavan v Monaghan and Armagh v Down complete the quarter-final line-up.

Break in Leinster as well TEAMS in next year’s Leinster senior hurling championship, similar to in Munster, will gain a reprieve rather than having to undergo a hectic schedule in the round-robin format, as it is set to be run over six weekends. This year’s championship, the first to incorporate the new system, unfolded over the course of five weekends, resulting in both Offaly and Wexford undergoing punishing schedules of four games in consecutive weekends. The Leinster Council has moved to act, just like their Munster counterparts did recently, according to the set of fixtures that have been released by the provincial body. Carlow replace Offaly this year after their success in the Joe McDonagh Cup and will compete with last year’s champions Galway, finalists Kilkenny,

Pictured are the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg U-6 team who played Nire/Fourmilewater on Saturday morning last in Clashmore.

Dublin and Wexford. Each team will play four games – two home and two away – along with having two byes. The most consecutive weekends any county will play will be two with only one game scheduled for the weekends of 25/26 May and 1/2 June. Champions Galway open their campaign at home to Carlow while Kilkenny will take on Dublin on the opening weekend again after the pair clashed in Parnell Park this year in their first clash.

2019 Munster SHC Fixtures ALL-IRELAND champions Limerick have received a bye in the first round of next year's Munster senior hurling championship. John Kiely's men, who ended the Treaty County's 45-year wait for the Liam MacCarthy Cup last August, will begin the 2019 championship with a home clash against provincial champions Cork on May 18/19 before playing three games in as many weeks versus Waterford, Clare and Tipperary, in that order. The 2019 Munster senior hurling championship will begin on May 11/12, a week earlier than 2018 with the roundrobin series being run over a 6-week period and allowing a break weekend for all counties on May 25/26. 2019 Munster SHC fixtures: May 11/12: Cork v Tipperary; Waterford v Clare; Limerick Bye. May 18/19: Limerick v Cork; Tipperary v Waterford; Clare Bye. June 1/2: Waterford v Limerick; Clare v Tipperary; Cork Bye. June 8/9: Limerick v Clare; Cork v Waterford; Tipperary Bye. June 15/16: Clare v Cork; Tipperary v Limerick; Waterford Bye.

Mahony hails team character BALLYGUNNER’S Pauric Mahony has hailed the character shown by the team as they claimed a coveted five-in-a-row County senior hurling title. The win cements Ballygunner’s place as one of the greatest teams to play in the

Waterford senior hurling championship. And Mahony who gave a man of the match performance in the win over Abbeyside stated that the current crop of players have developed an unbreakable bond between them. “This team is made of serious character. Five years ago, we asked ourselves some serious questions about where we were going with our hurling careers,” said Mahony. “The response that we’ve had in the last five years has been incredible. They’re an immense bunch of lads. People might say that Ballygunner have all the resources but the club lads start training back in January, February and March when there’s no fixtures even made and they’re up in the gym three or four times a week. That’s the reason we’re here after winning five in a row.”

No Easy Games in Munster.... Hartley BALLYGUNNER manager Fergal Hartley insists that there are no easy games in the Munster Club SHC. Having guided his native club to a fifth consecutive county title when defeating Abbeyside, Hartley now must focus on the provincial campaign. They will begin the Munster club SHC with a quarter-final clash against Cork representatives Midleton on October 28th and Hartley stressed that they will get nothing easy. “It’s a very tough draw,” said Hartley. “It’s two games to even get to a Munster final. I remember playing in Munster championships many years ago and sometimes you pick up an odd handy game. “There’s no such thing as a handy game in Munster club anymore. That’s the way it is.”

Supporting their supporters BALLYGUNNER played Roanmore in the County under 16 ‘A’ hurling final in the Fraher Field last Saturday, coming out on top in closely contested game with the Cleaboy side.

Present at the game in the sideline supporting the young Gunners were senior stars were such as Pauric Mahony, Barry Coughlan, Philip Mahony, Stephen O’Keeffe and Mikey Mahony. This just goes to show how well organised the Gunners are at every level and one wonders how many other clubs, though even less successful, would have their adult players supporting their juvenile teams in similar circumstances.

We are in the money FURTHER to correspondence from the secretary of the County Board regarding the very kind donation made by the McManus family to the Clubs of Waterford GAA. We received €100,000 to be distributed equally among our clubs who were informed last Monday that all 50 of them received €2,000 each. This was paid on 26th/27th September by bank transfer.

Scór Na Seachtaine ED O’Halloran’s 60th minute point of the hurley on his left side from a distance for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the County IHC final against Clonea at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the Editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the 1968 Waterford senior football quarter-final championship game between Stradbally and Kilrossanty on the Observer dated the 17th of August, 1968. Stradbally 1-8; Kilrossanty 1-7.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the families of Michael Flynn, Ballymacmague of the Colligan club; Jim Mernin, Lismore Heights, Waterford of the Geraldines club and Pat McCarthy (Ballygunner) who died last week.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 7 Forecasts. 4 Correct. 3 Incorrect. Success Rate: 57.1% This Week's Forecasts: Co. SFC Semi-Final: Nire v (Ballinacourty). West IFC Semi-Final: Ballinacourty v (Ballinameela). West IFC Relegation Final: Colligan Emmets v (Geraldines). Co. J’C’ H Final: Dunhill v (An Rinn). East IFC Semi-Finals: Kilmacthomas v (Newtown), St. Saviours v (Bunmahon). East JFC Semi-Finals: Dunhill v (St. Mollerans), Ballyduff Lower v (Ferrybank). Co. Division 2 MHC: Naomh Bhrid v (An Ghaeltacht), Cois Bhride v (Clonea). Co. Division 3 MHC: Ballyduff Upper v (Ferrybank). To Date: 414 Forecasts. 280 Correct. 134 Incorrect. Success Rate: 67.6 %.

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Club Focus Wednesday, 23rd September, 1998. TEDCASTLES OIL COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINALS

‘Gunners shot down by rampant Reds Ballyduff 1-18; Ballygunner 1-12. BALLYDUFF caused the biggest upset in recent years in the County SHC when they ended County champions Ballygunner’s bid to win a fourth successive County title. From the throw-in Ballyduff carried the game to the champions and they were in no way flattered by their six point winning margin. Here we had defending champions Ballygunner, who defeated Cork’s Blackrock and Glen Rovers in recent challenge games. While Ballyduff lost out to Intermediate side Castelyons in their final workout. However, such matters counted for little at the Fraher Field on Sunday evening as the ‘Rampant Reds’ achieved one of their greatest ever victories in the grade. Ballygunner, with their backs to the wall, introduced Fergal Hartley, who is recovering from an appendix operation, in the 51st minute. At this stage they had reduced the leeway to a single point, 0-16 to 1-12. However, it was the Reds who claimed the glory as Brendan Hannon blasted a semi-penalty to the net in the 58th minute. Veteran Paudie Prendergast landed a magnificent point from all of 100 yards. With Kenneth Geary flashing over the 18th point in the 62nd minute to seal a truly marvellous achievement for this great little club based on the Cork border. Ballyduff raced into a four point lead by the end of the first quarter. It was noticeable that the champions’ defence was being fully stretched in coping with the Reds’ attack. At half time the score stood at Ballyduff 0-9; Ballygunner 1-5. BALLYDUFF STILL SETTING THE PACE On the turnover, Ballyduff continued to set the pace as Brendan Hannon and Mike Molumphy pointed. With Paul Flynn on target from free at the other end. A 20 metre free and Paul Flynn opted to blast for a goal in the 34th minute only to see his

shot saved at the expense of a 65 which Flynn duly pointed, 0-11 to 1-7. Paul Flynn who was Ballygunner’s main scoring threat, pointed from play in the 41st minute. Brendan Hannon, from play, replied, 0-16 to 1-8. Now at last came the expected surge from the champions as P. Flynn (44th and 45th minutes), from placed balls, the latter from all of 75 yards. Paul Foley (46th minute) and Darragh O’Sullivan, receiving from Paul Flynn in the 50th minute, 0-16 to 1-12. Then in the 58th minute came that semipenalty scored by County u-21 Brendan Hannon to put the Reds four point ahead. Paudie Prendergast and young Kenneth Geary added points on a never to be forgotten day in the history of a great hearted hurling club. HEROES ALL Every Ballyduff player was a hero in a wonderful spirited performance. Mike Leamy was his usual confident self. Veteran Mossie Casey’s solid performance was complimented by the Molumphy brothers, Pat and Tom. Outside them Mike Drislane and Ger Feeney hurled well alongside the brilliant Tom Feeney. Paudie Prendergast was master of all he surveyed at centre field. Well supported by John Twomey who excelled particularly in the first half. Both Mike Molumphy and Brendan Hannon are certain additions to the County senior panel. Kenneth Geary, Gerald Hickey who had to retire with a shoulder injury and veterants Donie Hannon and Mike Walsh are still fine hurlers. While Owen Corcoran battled hard when introduced. Ballyduff scorers: B. Hannon 1-7, M. Molumphy 0-3, M. Walsh and G. Hickey 0-2 each, J. Twomey, D. Hannon P. Prendergast and K. Geary 0-1 each. Ballygunner scorers: P. Flynn 1-7, P. Foley 02, B. O’Sullivan, D. O’Sullivan and P. Power 0-1 each. Ballyduff: M. Leamy; P. Molumphy, M. Casey, T. Molumphy; M. Drislane, T. Feeney, G. Feeney; P. Prendergast, J. Twomey; D. Hannon, M. Molumphy, G. Hickey; K. Geary, M. Walsh, B. Hannon. Sub: O. Corcoran for G. Hickey. Ballygunner: B. Whitty; C. Kehoe, N. Warren, R. O’Sullivan; S. Lyons, S. Frampton, T. Fives; P. Power, L. Whitty; M. Mahony, D. O’Sullivan, T. Carroll, P. Foley, B. O’Sullivan, P. Flynn. Subs: F. Hartley for S. Lyons. Referee: John Hunt (Clonea).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY FOURMILEWATER STAY AFLOAT Championship: Senior Hurling Relegation play-off. Date: Sunday, 20th September, 1998. Half-time score: Fourmilewater 2-6; Dunhill 1-3. Full-time score: Fourmilewater 2-14; Dunhill 2-8. Fourmilewater scorers: M. Guiry 2- 8, Joe Walsh 0-3, C. Ryan 0-2, D. Ryan 0-1. Fourmilewater: Eoin Wall; Roger McCarthy, Aidan Ryan, Rory Rice; Brian Wall, Ian Walsh, Liam Walsh; Pat Walsh, Eoin O’Sullivan; Alan Walsh, David Ryan, David Connolly; Joe Walsh, Michael Guiry, Conor Ryan.

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Ballinacourty can return to final Saturday, October 20th

BALLINACOURTY V BALLINAMEELA in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. THE 13th of July seems a long time ago now and it is for the Ballinacourty Intermediate footballers, the date they played their last championship game. In defeating Sliabh gCua at a sun drenched Fraher Field all of 14 weeks ago, they qualified automatically for the championship semi-final. The quarter finals and Ballinameela’s run in the junior hurling championship has prevented playing this game until now but no doubt, Ballinacourty will

have used this time as best as they could in the circumstances to keep their players’ interest alive. At the same time you would wonder could a club keep their players training for 14 weeks without the carrot of a championship game and this was the task facing Ballinacourty’s management team. If memory serves us correctly then this ‘Courty side at this stage of the championship is one of their better ones in the grade in recent years and Ballinameela’s football form has not been good this year, finishing bottom of the Group table with three losses. When the teams met in the Group stages in the middle of April, Ballinacourty won by 3-17 to 1-11 and while that will have little impact on Saturday’s game, the winners

there will be much more adapted to football at the present time and they can return to their first final since 2014. Ballinacourty’s key player in the Group stages, Gary Hurney is not eligible this time round having played senior against the Nire in the interim but this was probably always going to happen as the championship progressed. On the other hand, Ballinameela would have been looking for the footballs after the hurling game against Tramore and it would have been very important for them to have a challenge game under their belt last weekend before heading into this semi-final. Their fitness will not be in question but the lack of football practice may prove costly. Forecast: Ballinacourty.

Tony Kirwan Eastern Intermediate Football Championship Eastern IFC semi-finals this weekend Saturday, October 20th ST. SAVIOURS V BUNMAHON in Dunhill at 3 p.m. NEWTOWN V KILMACTHOMAS in Carrigbeg at 7 p.m. THIS year’s Eastern IFC is a diffi-

cult one to fathom. A few weeks back, both Kilmacthomas and Bunmahon lost knockout games but this weekend they will play their conquerors in the semi-finals. One must take up the case of Newtown who have beaten local rivals Kilmacthomas twice but must now face them again in the last four in Carrigbeg on Saturday. Likewise, St. Saviours beat

Bunmahon in Walsh Park before the Eastern IHC final a few weeks back in the knockout series and they too will meet on Saturday again in Dunhill. St. Saviours look the strongest team this year and they should beat Bunmahon again but Newtown could be caught as how many times can you beat a team before they turn the tables on you?

Difficult task for An Rinn in County Final JJ Kavanagh County Junior ‘C’ Hurling Championship Final AN RINN V DUNHILL in Fraher Field Sunday, October 21st at 11.30 a.m. DUNHILL are installed as clear favourites to win the County Junior ‘C’ hurling final in the Fraher Field next Sunday morning and they have the credentials to see why. Four years ago the same side, virtually, comprehensively defeated

the Brickeys in the decider in Walsh Park and their path through the East this year confirms the current well being of this side. They were unbeaten in the Group stages with five wins out of five scoring fifteen goals in the process while they defeated Ferrybank in the semifinal by 3-23 to 1-10. The one club that could contest with them were St. Paul’s first team who just lost out by 0-4 in the Eastern final on a score of 1-18 to 1-14.

This is the mountain An Rinn have to climb on Sunday. They came with a late run themselves to win this year’s Divisional title but they showed good form against Championship favourites Kilgobinet and reigning champions Brickeys to win the West. Having the game in the Fraher Field will be of help to An Rinn but one feels they will have to have more than this in their armoury if they are to lower the colours of a very good side in this grade. Forecast: Dunhill.

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Modeligo WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL Modeligo have qualified for this year's Western Intermediate Football Final and this game will take place on Saturday, October 27th at 7 pm in Fraher Field. The second finalists will be confirmed on Saturday night next, when Ballinacourty face Ballinameela, with the winners advancing to face our lads in the Western Final. MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Congratulations to the Naomh Brid Minor hurlers, who had a well earned win over Micheal MacCraith, Tramore on Saturday last in the Division 2 Quarter-Final on the scoreline of 2-14 to 0-4. The lads now face An Gaeltacht in the County Semi-finals. (Date is yet TBC). Well done lads! PRIMARY SCHOOLS FOOTBALL Best wishes to the boys and girls from Modeligo National School, as both Football sides have qualified for the Finals of their respective competitions which are due to be played on Saturday next, October 20th. The boys are up against Kinsalebeg while the girls face

Touraneena and we wish both sides the very best of luck! MODELIGO CAMOGIE A.G.M. We will hold a separate Annual General Meeting for our Camogie Club on Sunday, November 18th in Modeligo Community Centre. Time to be confirmed closer to the date, and all current players and members, and anyone who would be interested in getting involved are welcome to attend. COUNTY MINOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP Minor B Shield Semi-Finals Semi-final No.1: Modeligo vrs. Brickey Rangers on Saturday, October 20th at 3 pm in Modeligo. Semi-final No.2: Tramore vrs. Lismore Saturday, October 20th at 3 pm in Tramore. Sheild Final on Saturday, October 28th or Sunday, October 29th which will be confirmed after semi-finals. LADIES FOOTBALL Hard luck to Na Déise's U-13 Footballers who lost out in the 'B' Shield decider in Walsh Park on Sunday last.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 8th October. The numbers drawn were 16, 21, 25 and 28. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Kevin Casey, Gillian and Anne Whelan, Sean Dalton and Paddy Cotter Jnr. The seller’s prize went to Shalloe’s Bar. Last Monday, 15th of October night’s jackpot was worth €8,000. Black and Amber lotto tickets will be on sale outside The Pike Service Station on Saturday mornings from 9 am to 1 pm. If anyone would like to help out selling tickets on Saturday mornings please contact Kevin on 0872814712. As always your support is greatly appreciated.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL RELEGATION Colligan will play Geraldines in football relegation this coming Friday at 8 pm in Fraher Field. SYMPATHY Colligan GAA would like to express their sympathy to Bridget Flynn and family on the death of Michael Flynn. Michael was a former Chairman of CLG An Coilligeán and an Honorary President. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. O’NEILL’S CLUB SHOP The club shop is now open on the O’Neill’s website. There is some lovely Colligan gear available. Go to www.oneills.com/clubs and search for Colligan Emmets GAA.

Kilmacthomas INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL On Sunday last we travelled to St. Mollerans to take on Kill in the Intermediate Football Championship quarter-final. Kilmacthomas got off to the brighter start in the game kicking some early scores and maintained the advantage throughout the game against a competitive Kill team.

Full time score: Kilmacthomas 1-16; Kill 2-8. FIXTURES We have two upcoming fixtures on our schedule for the Intermediate Football Championship semi-final and Junior B Hurling Eastern Final. Both fixtures are yet to be confirmed.

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS There was no winner of a Jackpot of €9,100 held in Micilin's Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 14/10/18. The numbers were 2, 4, 7, 11. €30 was won by the following people: Patrick Behan, Coumahon; Liam Dalton, Modeligo. Seller’s prize of €30: Nicky Power, Ballyshunnock. The next Clotto will be in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien on Sunday night 21/10/18 for a jackpot of €9,200. On duty on the night will be Kenny Houilhan and Jason Dee. MINOR HURLING SEMI-FINAL On Saturday evening last, 13th of October we played Erin's Own in Kill GAA Grounds winning on a scoreline of 4-14 to 1-8, qualifying for our First Minor Hurling Divisional Final. We are now awaiting the winners of Ferrybank and Ballyduff Upper in the other semi-final taking place this coming Saturday, 20th of October. A well taken goal from Aidan Behan on four minutes. Pa Power pointed from play in the 6th minute. A great individual point from Aidan Behan on seven minutes. Pa Power pointed in the 8th minute. Padraíg Fitzgerald pointed from play on 9 minutes. Padraíg Fitzgerald was on-target from frees on the 16th and 18th minute. A point from play from Seamus Fitzgerald on the 24th minute and Padraíg Fitzgerald was again on-target from a free on 30 minutes. Half-time score Kilrossanty 1-8; Erin's Own 0-5. An Aidan Behan pointed from play in the 3rd minute. A second goal from Aidan Behan on the 6th minute. Pa Power pointed from play in the 9th minute. Padraíg Fitzgerald was ontarget from a free on the 13th and 21st minute. A third goal by Aidan Behan in the 28th minute. A goal from Anthony Lonergan in the 29th minute, kicking the sliotar to the net after losing his hurley. Our final score came from Aidan Behan with a point on 29 minutes. Team: Alan Dunwoody, Paddy Hayes, Rían Hogan, William Walsh, Caoimhín Walsh, Philip Dunwoody, Seán Veale, Padraíg Fitzgerald, Seamus Fitzgerald, Pa Power, Eoin Power, Aidan Behan, Anthony Lonergan. Scorers: Aidan Behan 3-3. Anthony Lonergan I-0. Pa

Power 0-3. Padraíg Fitzgerald 0-7 (one from play) and Seamus Fitzgerald 0-1. Substitutes: Rían Hayes for Caoimhín Walsh (blood substitute); Darragh Walsh for Seán Veale; Josh Brown for Eoin Power; Ronan Power for Anthony Lonergan; James Power for Aidan Behan. DEÍSE DRAW The next Déise draw will take place in Cappoquin GAA Club on Wednesday, 31st of October. Any outstanding money can be given to Máiread Coffey or Jason Dee. Thank you to everyone who support the Deíse Draw. The Déise Draw has been a great fundraiser, with 70% coming back to the club. MONSTER BINGO Our next monster Bingo takes place on Friday evening 26th of October, in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien. GAA ORAL HISTORY PROJECT In September 2010, members of Kilrossanty GAA Club, took part in an Oral History Project, which was commissioned by the GAA in 2009. This included secretary at the time Kevin Lonergan, the late great Jimineen Power, Michael Prendergast, Sean Lennon and John ‘Jackson’ Kiely. As part of its 125th anniversary, this interview can be listened to, or downloaded from the Website http://www.gaa.ie/the-gaa/oral-history/members-kilrossantygaa-club/ KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILES Under 6 to Under 10 Football and Hurling: Football training for this age group takes place in the new field each Monday evening at 6.30 p.m. New members always welcome. Juvenile Club and Senior County Final: Club colours such as flags, hats, headbands and bunting are now for sale and available from the clubhouse each evening from 6 pm to 8 pm. For anyone unable to avail of these times, they can contact club secretary, Jason Dee, or any club member and they will be only too glad to help. Minor Hurling: Congratulations from all in the Juvenile Club to the minor hurlers and who have reached the division 3 county final after a fantastic display of hurling in wet and windy conditions in Kill on Saturday last.

Pictured are the victorious Dungarvan Camogie Intermediate county champions who defeated Ferrybank on Saturday, 6th October in Carriganore.

Dungarvan SENIOR FOOTBALL Ardmore 2-14; Dungarvan 1-6. Ardmore were most deserving winners of this SFC Relegation final in Fraser Field last Friday evening. Gavin Crotty’s goal in the 24th minute and points by Ryan Donnelly and Kieran Power put us 0-5 ahead by the 28th minute at 1-6 to 0-4 but that was as good as it got for us. Ardmore moved into another gear in the second half and ran out easy winners to maintain their senior status that they have held since 1998. That ends a disappointing year at senior level where to be fair at times we competed and matched a lot of our opposition but unfortunately after just one year we find ourselves back in the intermediate ranks in the big ball. We are certainly fortunate to have fine footballers who hopefully will reap some rewards in 2019 for their endeavours. Team: Mark Boland, Kealan Daly, Aaron Donnelly, Jack Lacey, Kealan Barry, John Curran, Michael Kiely, Joe Allen, Kieran Power, Kenny Moore, Gavin Crotty, Michael Kearney, Ryan Donnelly, Darren Duggan, Luke O’Callaghan, Joe Duggan, Darragh Lyons, Fionn Hallahan. JUNIOR HURLING With matters not concluded down in the east we are still awaiting our opponents for the Junior hurling County final. PLAYING FIELDS The club’s two main fields were sanded and vertidrained this week which will improve their condition and drainage in the months ahead. The field was a hive of activity on Tuesday last with Darceys of Wexford supplying the sand hauled by Ormondes and Kevin Kehoe, also from the model county doing the spreading and verti draining. Thanks to all three for finishing off the job in one day. Thanks especially to club President Paddy Fitzgerald for organising this project. INTERMEDIATE CAMOGIE Following on their win in the County Intermediate Camogie final in Carriganore against Ferrybank on Saturday week last, John Fitzgerald and Richard Ferncombe’s charges welcomed Limerick side Crecora to Clogherane for the semi-final of the Munster club Championship. Buoyed up by their previous evenings county final victory the Limerick girls came with great confidence and this was evident in the opening exchanges. Expressing their superiority from the start they raced into a

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three point lead. We eventually managed to come to grips with the enormous challenge confronting us to register our first point. Then we had the misfortune to squander some chances which if registered would have helped our cause no end. The concession of a goal really made our task extremely difficult but at half -ime we could take heart that we were still in touch despite trailing on a 0-3 to 1-6 scoreline. A good start to the second half was paramount for any lingering hopes of a comeback but unfortunately despite our best efforts we couldn’t get the better of a resolute Crecora defence. Indeed our own defence are also to be commended for the way they dealt with the lively Crecora forwards and to withstand the countless pressure exerted on them. However, they eventually had to succumb to that relentless pressure and another goal to the Limerick ladies midway through the half widened the gap further and put them in an unassailable position. Incredibly we still kept plugging away and after some goalmouth chances we eventually took one late on but it was to prove too little too late. By full time we had to give way to Crecora’s fully justified pre-match confidence on a 1-3 to 2-11 deficit. Whilst defeat was to be our lot here great credit must be bestowed for attaining senior status and for the effort put in throughout the year showing that we have wonderful hurlers within our ranks. The winter break will be well deserved and everyone looks forward to 2019 with great enthusiasm. Panel: Catherine Murray, Kayleigh Veale, Taylor Murray, AnnMarie Tutty, Aisling Baumann, Orla Hickey, Niamh Curran, Sarah Lacey, Kaeisha Tobin, Clodagh Tutty, Caoimhe Dwyer, Angela Tobin, Alex Fitzgerald, Dawn Power, Caoimhe Power, Hollie Keohan, Marykate Prendergast, Shauna Harty, Amy O’Riordan. LOTTO Our weekly lotto is available from Hallahan Chemist, Paddy Foley’s Bar, The Country Store, John Walsh Spar and Quealy’s Bar. Lotto can also be played online. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Many thanks to everyone who supports our weekly lotto. SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy is extended to the family of the Michael Flynn, Ivy House, Ballymacmague, who died recently. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Cappoquin Camogie RESULTS Hard luck to the U-13's who lost to Clonea last Saturday Clonea 5-3; Cappoquin 2-1. FIXTURES Cappoquin U-13s will play next Saturday, the 20th, away to De La Salle at 4 p.m. The Senior Camogie league final has been refixed to the 28th October at 12 noon in Dunhill. BEST OF LUCK We would like to wish Linda Foley the best of luck with her fundraiser this coming Saturday. Linda has created an amazing 40,000+ piece jigsaw for display at a tea/coffee morning in Cappoquin Community Centre on the 20th of October in aid of the Ronald McDonald House. The Ronald McDonald House

aims to provide accommodation and support to families whose children are seriously ill or undergoing treatment in hospital. Linda spent over 7 months creating this jigsaw in memory of her godchild. The jigsaw depicting Disney movie scenes will be on display at the coffee morning between 10am-noon. Please support a wonderful cause and a great excuse for a cup of tea and a catch up with neighbours and friends. TRAINING *U-8/U-10 training is Thursday from 6-7 p.m. *U-12/14 training is Tuesday at 6-7 p.m. *Minor Training Wed and Friday at 7.30 p.m. *U-18 and Senior training is Tuesday and Friday 6.45 p.m. New members always welcome.

Shamrocks (Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd). CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning lotto numbers were 5-17-24-28, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Martin Delaney, Padraig Tobin, Bernard Flynn, Kay Murphy, Nora Roche. Next week's jackpot will be €8,250. COMMITTEE MEETING There will be a full meeting of the Shamrocks Committee

tonight (Wednesday) starting at 8 p.m. in the Shamrock Inn, Knockanore. CONGRATS EOIN! The club would like to send our congratulations to former star Eoin Ahearne who was married last week. Best of luck in your married life Eoin. THE WAITING GAME... Training continues for our Junior Football team and our Cois Bhride U-21 team even though we still don't have any fixed dates as yet for both matches. As they say, watch this space.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Juveniles MINI ALL IRELAND PARISH LEAGUES As the storm clouds cleared over the Village on Friday afternoon it was with delight that the news broke that not even a deluge and gales would prevent the second week of the U-7 & U-8 section of the Mini All Ireland Football series. As we arrived at the famed Burgery venue we could not help but overhear the friendly banter amongst the groups of the future Village and Courty stars, ‘’up the rebels”, “come on Mayo”, “go on the Kingdom”, “Derry for the title’’. These All Ireland series certainly have created an air of excitement amongst all those attending our local schools, Scoil Mhuire, Scoil Garbhan and Garranbane NS. As a club we simply could not function were it not for the level of volunteerism amongst all of our coaches and background support structures. What a pleasure it is for coaches to arrive out to the field to find that the multiple pitches are laid out and measured to the cm. Special thanks to the field maintenance staff for this. Niamh and the team busied themselves responding to the various calls for assistance from all corners of the grounds. Whatever needs to get done, just gets done. The well oiled machine will always complete the task with the minimum noise, no fuss and maximum benefit to all. Such is the village way. Under 7/8 Kerry v Cork - Cork went into this one with the favourites tag after Kerry suffered a defeat in the opening week. But from the off the men from the Kingdom grabbed this game by the scruff of the neck and certainly looked a different team from last week. One wonders are they now getting advise from a county level!! Fionnan Murray and Rian Cliffe made the skill set they displayed seem natural as they commanded the opening sections of this game, supported by a super determined Daragh Enright who was fighting for every dirty ball. Ronan O’Sullivan seems at ease playing with the step up in age group and definitely has a bright future ahead. Driven by these players Kerry dominated and ran into a commanding early lead. The Cork team were battling hard and Tomas Hayes was literally covering every blade of grass. Kristupas Narkewicius was again figuring strongly in the game and when the play broke up the field Sean Og Mansfield struck for a goal to keep Cork in the game. As the half-time whistle sounded it must have come as a relief to the Rebels. Coach Rosarie Kealy was quickly in to gather her troops. Captain Donnacha Breen rallied his troops and they were first back on the pitch as coach James Murray could be heard calling for more of the same from his Kerry charges. This match certainly lived up to the mantra of its a game of two halves and from the moment the ball was thrown in the Rebel resilience shun through. As the rain glistened to the back drop of the clubs floodlights it was clear that the tactical positional changes Rosarie had made were paying dividends, A masterful back heel from speed merchant Luke Fitzgerald sent Lochlainn Hurney in for a goal for Cork, and from there they struck for a another three, Donnchadh Callaghan and Tomas Hayes also bagging goals. Peter Ahearne, Darren Doherty, Dylan Murray and Tadgh O’Connor fought hard to get their Kerry team back into contention and Rian Cliffe struck to ensure this game would go down to the wire. Rian Cliffe looked to be in for another, but the determined Donnacha Breen dispossessed him in the tackle.The ref was kept on his toes and his fitness was put to the test in order to keep up with the pace and determined manner in which this game was contested. Adam Keneally and Darragh Truman combined to get the ball forward. The defen-

sive skills of Sean Carton, who once again proved his growing standing as a defender, strongly supported by Cork vice captain Killian Hagan helped to steady the ship. Jayden Organ between the posts displayed calmness and coolness to make a last minute clearance to save the day. As the final whistle sounded it was Cork who edged this one on the score line of 5-1 to 4-2. Under 7/8s – Mayo V Derry: The interprovincial match up of Mayo and Derry was well contested. In fairness to Derry due to the smaller number of Mayo players there were a couple of transfers on the night which may have had a bearing on the final result. The first half was played with a strong wind favouring Mayo who thoroughly took advantage of the gusty conditions with a goal and a point from Darrach McGrath, a goal and a point from Kieran Poland and a point from Sean Morrissey. Some stout defending from Fionn Fitzgerald and Danny Kennedy helped Mayo keep a clean sheet in the first half. Isaac Walsh on the Derry team prevented some certain scores with some very brave defending along with Tadhg Breen and Cameron Flavin. So the first half finished with a score of Mayo 2-3; Derry 0-0. The second half was a different story with the wind now favouring Derry and they had much of the possession but unfortunately missed a few vital chances. James Hughes made some great runs and catches for Derry along with some more great defending from Tadhg Breen and Dara Byrne. The scoring began with Kieran Poland scoring another 1-1 for Mayo but this was the last score for Mayo in the game. Derry getting used to the wind started playing like a polished team and started scoring themselves, with Dara Power scoring a point and Luke Walsh getting a goal and a point, Mayo’s defending was very good however with Rory McKeown and Donnchadh Murphy stopping some definite goals. Brian Morrissey proved a good midfielder for Derry along with Odrhan Walsh linking in well with his teammates. At the final whistle the score ended up at Mayo 4-5; Derry 1-2 When one stands back and views the skill, passion and sheer determination on display amongst these future senior players of our club, all one can say is that the future looks bright indeed. So note the time in the diary – 18.30 19/10 for round 3 of the series. Make the short trip to the Burgery Field and show these players the encouragement they truly deserve. The Village and ‘Courty Ábú. Under 9/10 Donegal Vs Tyrone - A wet windy evening in October is not what you normally associate with a great game of football, but that’s what we got last Friday night in the second round of games in Abbeyside’s U-9/U-10 football league Quickest out of the traps were Donegal with a point from Jack McGrath which was followed shortly afterwards by an excellent goal from John Fitzgerald. A point for Tyrone by Jack Hurney did little to halt Donegal’s momentum and further points by Dara Sullivan (0-2) Phelim Tyrell (0-1) and John Fitzgerald (0-1) left the half-time score at 1-5 to 0-1 in Donegal’s favour and it seemed to all in attendance that this would be an easy victory for Donegal. Tyrone, however, had not read the script and came out in the second half determined to make sure that this game was not going to be one way traffic. Two early goals from top scorer on the night Jack Hurney, meant that with 10 minutes of the second half played, there was only the minimum between the teams. At this stage both teams knew the game was there for the taking and the tackling and work rate on both sides was of

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Juveniles Strategic Review Group in discussion at one of their planning meetings the highest order, with Jack Fischer, Kaelan Barry, Simon Power and Eoin Hackett all standing out. It was obvious that the next score would be vital and it came in the form of a really well worked team goal that was finished to the net by the ever dangerous John Fitzgerald. Not to be outdone Tyrone responded again with another goal from Jack Hurney, and just as it began to look like the game would turn in Tyrone’s favour Donegal’s Aaron Walsh took control of the game and scored a goal and a point in quick succession to stretch the lead to five again. Amazingly Tyrone goaled again with the score of the night coming from Alex Landy to leave just two points between the teams. With the game entering the final quarter points from Eoin Hackett (0-1), Aaron Walsh (0-2), Dara Sullivan (0-1) and John Fitzgerald (0-1) finally put the Tyrone challenge to bed. There was still time for a fine goal from Kaelan Barry, but it proved too little too late and Donegal ran out four point winners on a score line of 3-11 to 5-1. Dublin V Waterford - The depth of this Dublin outfit was really borne out on Friday evening last, when eight (8) of their players got onto the score sheet in a rip roaring, end to end contest, played out in a very competitive manner, despite the testing conditions. They didn’t have it all their own way though as Waterford raced into a lead thanks to the brilliant teamwork of Sean Flynn, Sam Hodge, Archie Mattiuzzi, Ryan Buckley and Coleman Radley, who defended resolutely and provided a valuable feed of good passes which enabled scores from Shane Enright (2-2) Conor Dalton (1-1) and Colm Kiely (0-1) which gave them a half-time lead of 4-3 to 2-1 (with Jack Burns’ goal for Dublin worthy of note). A team talk from manager Sean O’Regan at half-time, dramatically changed the Dublin approach and It was a far more focused team which took the field for the second period, notching up an incredible thirteen (13) consecutive scores (8-8 to 4-2). They are a formidable outfit, with players such as Fionnan Lonergan, Colm Poland, Aidan O’Donovan, Charlie Burns, Sean Og O’Regan, Seon Dowling, Owen Morrissey, Tadgh Richardson, Cathal McGrath, Adam Fitzpatrick and Alex Murray improving in every game. They now lead the league with six (6) pts and we all look forward to next week’s game between themselves and

Donegal, who are on four (4) pts. Waterford, have one (1) point and they still have an chance to make the Higgins Cup final provided other results and scoring averages goes in their favour. Therefore, it’s all up for grabs next Friday evening – make sure you’re not late. Full House - The full house signs have been the order of the day at our club grounds over recent weeks. Any visit to the grounds on an evening sees activity going on at pace in every available patch of ground. Academy under 6s coaching in the astro turf, under 7, 8, 9, 10 academy football leagues, under 11 football coaching, under 12 hurling coaching, under 13 football coaching, under 14 football coaching (in preparation for the county final replay), camogie coaching, ladies football games and coaching Then there’s the various groups of hurling and football buddies who are out just for a loose puck around or a kick around. Certainly, under the very impressive flood lights, it is a sight to behold. From my experiences over many years I don’t believe that we have ever had as many young players playing our games as we have right now. There is an extraordinary level of interest evident from every corner of the parish. As always we have an open door invitation to all who live in our parish to come along to the field at any time to join in any or all activity. Never be shy to come into us. We are all in this movement together. In the under age section of our club we cater for all player ages from 5 years of age to 12 years of age in our academy structure and from under 13 years of age right up to under 18 years of age in our championship teams structure. We have a really good team of qualified coaches who devote themselves to ensuring that all players who come in to our field are offered good quality coaching delivered in a safe and friendly environment where player learning and personal development is a key priority. Of course, we are always pleased to welcome you into our club where we will provide you with the necessary skills to help you fit in to your preferred area of expertise, i.e. Games Skills Coaching, Fundamental Movement Skills, Team Management Skills, Administrative Skills. Whatever your area of expertise is we would be delighted to welcome you on board. Just contact our registration officer who will provide you with the necessary documentation for completion.

Stradbally SCRAP COLLECTION Stradbally GAA will be holding another scrap collection day on Saturday, 1st November. Scrap material can be dropped to the club on the day and large amounts can be collected from your location once contact has been made in advance with any committee member. AGM This year’s Annual General Meeting will be held in the clubhouse at 2 pm on Sunday, 9th December. JUVENILE NEWS There was huge disappointment last week when our annual trip had to be postponed due to the poor weather. The coaches are working frantically to arrange another trip so that the kids are not left disappointed. Details will be communicated through the group’s whatsapp’s. Training is now finished for our juvenile groups but we still have a number of outstanding games, which will be communicated to the parents via whatsapp. Stradbally GAA Club would like to pay tribute to all our volunteer coaches who have put in so much time with the kids throughout the year. They have provided an enormous service to both the club and community. THIS WEEK’S UNDERAGE FIXTURES Under 6’s & 8’s - We hope to have a blitz this Friday evening against the Brickey’s, details will be announced on the groups whatsapp. Under 10’s (Born 2008/2009) - Play in an all county Go games hurling blitz in Carriganore this Friday at 6.30 pm. All players to be at the field for 6.15 pm, any parent who is under pressure to get there for that time can contact Brendan and lifts can be organised. Under 11’s (Born 2008/2009) - Play the next round of the Autumn league this Saturday, details to be announced once we receive notification from the county board. LADIES FOOTBALL Hard luck to the ladies U-13 team who lost the A final to

Ballymac on Sunday in Walsh Park. The girls played their hearts out but it was not to be their day. Well done girls we are very proud of you. Thanks to Micheal and Ray for all they have done throughout the year. U-15 LADIES The u-15s have the B Cup County Final on Sunday venue and time TBC. They are playing the Brickeys. Please come out and support the girls. CLUB PHONE NUMBER Stradbally GAA has a new phone number which is 087 1165549 and if anyone wishes to make contact with the club regarding club matter can do so at this number. SOCIAL CENTRE Our social centre is a very important facility which is used by a wide variety of people for various purposes. We encourage all our members to consider booking the club for any family events they may be planning, the centre is for the benefit of our members and we are lucky to have it, anyone who is considering making a booking can contact Breda Kiely on 0876291930 for further information. There will be live music and dancing in the club next Sunday night with Tony Egan, come along and join in a great night’s entertainment. FUNDRAISING 50:50 Draw - Is our main development draw which helps us to fund our ongoing pitch development. This draw takes place every second Sunday and the tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Tickets are available from Cunningham’s shop, Farm Relief Services, Whelan’s Bar and The Cove Bar as well as from any of the club committee. You can now log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line. The club would like to thank these local businesses for supporting this vital initiative and all those who purchase these tickets. 50:50 Winner - Well done to Charles Walsh, Middlequater,

Dungarvan won €170 in our latest 50/50 draw, the next draw takes place on Sunday, 21st October 2018. Remember if you are not in you can't win! Field Signs - We will be making a big drive this year for businesses to put up field Signs. This will be a great opportunity for businesses to advertise their products and services.

Contact Virgil Power (Alaska) on 087-7797401 for more details. Congratulations - Well done to Nicky Doyle (brother of Paddy and Denis), former Stradbally player and the Kilcock GAA club on winning the junior hurling county final at the weekend.

Stradbally U-13 Ladies - Back Row: L-R: Lucy Roche, Catherine Curran, Abi Kiersey Long, Ellie Skehan, Eva Davis, Molly Kate Hearn, Sarah O’Regan, Orla kiely, Rossanne Power, Ciara Power. Front Row: L-R: Annisha Flynn, Abigail O’Regan, Rebecca Walsh, Mary McAuthur, Ciara O’Reilly, Niamh Kavanagh (C), Roisín Power, Leah Salmon, Ava McAlduff. Missing from photo Leah Foran and Shayna Salmon.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP COUNTY FINAL Despite a magnificent team performance, victory eluded us in the dying moments of the County Intermediate Hurling Final, in Fraher Field, on Sunday last. The team was dealt a serious blow before the match commenced when one of our key players, John Prendergast, suffered a back injury during the warm up. Each and every player who donned the red and green jersey put in a massive effort. Both teams worked relentlessly to get the upper hand with intense competition for possession and were level at half time at 1-6 each. Goalie, Mark McGrath, brought off some super saves - one of them being spectacular. Our team led for most of the game and the score was level at 1-12 a piece at the end of normal time. The injury toll on the team eventually caught up as they battled bravely to the very end. Unfortunately, in the 2 remaining minutes of injury time we conceded 1-1. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg proved worthy Western Champions and worthy opponents for Clonea. A special word of thanks to the team management Patrick O'Riordan, Ed. Beresford, Billy O'Halloran and our excellent coach Michael Kelleher. Also a word of thanks to our wonderfully loyal supporters who turned out in huge numbers to support and drive on the team. Sincere thanks to each and every player for the effort, time, commitment and dedication that they put in on our behalf and for the fun, excitement and enjoyment that they brought to us. The players and management have a wonderful achievement on which to build. Beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach. Team: Mark McGrath, Ronan Fitzgerald, Jason Seward, Ciarán Bourke, Brian Lynch, Tadhg de Búrca (0-2), Adam O’Sullivan, Brian O’Halloran (0-1), Edmond O’Halloran (0-5), Seán Fleming, James O’Leary, Aidan Trihy (0-1), Declan Allen, Paul O’Connor (0-1) and Brian Ramsey (1-2). Sub used: Cillian O’Keeffe. Subs: Conor Lynch, Luke Seward, Cian Ryan, Ryan O’Sullivan, Seán Bourke, Gavin Dower, Philip Dee, Alan McCarthy and Darren Foley.

BEST WISHES We wish the best of luck to Clonea as they progress to the Munster Championship and in their Senior Hurling exploits next year. COMHGHAIRDEAS First of all, apologies. With the excitement and anticipation

of the Western and County Finals I (almost!) forgot to pass on our heartiest congratulations, from all at the club, to Jason Seward and his wife, Marianne, on the birth of their son, Odhran. Baby Odhran was just 3 days old when he smiled broadly as he was held in the Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Cup by proud Dad, Jason. We hope he brings much joy, excitement, happiness and fun to your lives. Perhaps, in the future, Odhran will follow in Jason's footsteps and don the Red and Green jersey with pride and distinction. Congratulations also to proud grandparents, Ann and Tommy Seward. May Odhran be the first of many grandchildren for you to treasure and enjoy. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA CLUB U-16's Earn Top Honours in Rain Soaked Fraher Field: Our Under 16 Hurlers recorded a well deserved seven points win over Ferrybank in the Division Four County Final at Fraher Field on Saturday morning. In extremely wet conditions that made fast hurling difficult, the early exchanges were close and tense. Points were exchanged and Ferrybank went two up but a Luke Coughlan goal from a 20 metre free put us back in the driving seat. Our defense tightened up and slowly but surely we tacked on the points. We led at the break by four points. 1-9 to 0-8. A storming start to the second half saw us leading 1-14 to 0-9 nearing full time. A Ferrybank goal on 60 minutes made for a nervous few minutes of injury time but two further Luke Coughlan frees saw us safely over the line. Final score 1-16 to 1-9. Team: Evan Russell, Nicholas Hynes, Colm O'Sullivan, Robert Quinn, Cian Kelly Carey, Jamie Joyce, Josh Fitzgerald, Jack Curran, Connor Ryan, Ruari Hynes, Ben Lombard, Shane Coughlan, Luke Coughlan, Charlie Foley, Mikie Hynes, Jamie Salmon, Darragh O'Neill, Paul Fleming.

Thank you to all our loyal supporters for coming out in such bad weather, it definitely made a difference to the lads. A huge well done to Timmy O'Keeffe, Mark Coughlan and John Douris who are the management team for this group. Commiserations to our Intermediates: Hard luck to our intermediate hurlers who gave us an amazing year but who sadly just fell short in their quest for a county title. There is no doubt this group of players will be back and they made every club member and supporter extremely proud with their performances.

Abbeyside Camogie – We would like to acknowledge and congratulate our members Hannah Walsh and Aoibhin O’Grady on their achievements at County Level. Pictured is Hannah with her father Richie who was part of the Management Team for the Under 16 Waterford Camogie Team who won the Munster Championship.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER …JACKPOT WON!! Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €2,000 as on Sunday night Aoife Cosgrave drawn out of the drum and chose card number 26 which when turned was indeed the joker meaning she claimed our Jackpot of €6,000. Mickey Organ and Kieran, Darragh and Laura Cosgrave won €25 each. FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP This weekend is a big weekend for our football teams as they both seek to claim a place in the finals of the championship. Firstly, on Saturday night our Intermediate team play Ballinameela in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. in the divisional semifinal. Then on Sunday our Senior team play The Nire in the County semi final in Fraher Field at 2 p.m. Please come along and show your support for both teams. NIGHT AT THE DOGS On Saturday, October 27th we are holding a fundraising Night at the Dogs in Kilcohan Park. This promises to be a fantastic night and we appeal to all our supporters to please come along and make the night a huge success. Tickets cost €10 and are currently on sale from all players and committee members. We are also running buses on the night so please let any committee member know if you wish to travel by bus on the night.

CLUB LEISURE WEAR Don’t forget this weekend is the last chance to order club leisure wear. We have A selection of coats, crew neck tops and zip tops available all of which make an ideal Christmas present. HEALTHY CLUB COUCH TO 5K Following on from the success of "Club on the Move", our Healthy Club Programme launched the "Couch to 5k" initiative in association with Waterford Sports Partnership and West Waterford A.C. on Wednesday 12th, at the grounds. It will continue each Wednesday at 6.30 p.m., culminating in participants taking part in the Brickey's 5km on Sunday, November 4th at 11 a.m. It's not too late to join. €20 for 8 weeks training in a fun and healthy environment. Come along! BOOKING OF PITCHES We would like to remind all our coaches to please ensure that they book the pitches with Michael Donovan before training. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo session continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night with a jackpot of €1,100 CAMOGIE We would like to acknowledge and congratulate our members Hannah Walsh and Aoibhin O’Grady on their achievements at County level.

Ardmore St. Pat's U-11 football team that played Naomh Bríd last week.

St. Pat’s Juveniles UNDER 11 FOOTBALL Our U-11's played their last league match last week away to Naomh Bríd, the lads played very well taking their scores early, showing great character and grit against a tough side. It was fantastic to see the large turn out for all the matches this year. Thanks to all the lads on the panel for attending matches and training during the season. Well done lads, keep it up. Nigel, Stephen, and Paul. ANNUAL FLAG DAY Our annual Flag Day will be held in Dungarvan on Saturday, 20th October this year. We would really appreciate if parents and players would volunteer to help out. Each collector will do a two hour shift. Anyone interested in helping can contact Willie

Whelan on 086 2748377 or email william@deisedesign.ie. The Flag Day was a very successful fundraiser for the club last year. "SPLIT THE POT" This is the club's main fundraiser which helps to top up registration fees, pay for footballs, sliotars, referee fees, subsidise bus hire, field maintenance and help towards any other bills which our club has fall due over the year. Tickets for the next monthly draw are available from Mentors, Parents, Committee, Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5 PROGRESSIVE 45 Cards are on each Thursday night at 8.00 pm in Coolnasmear Hall.

Ballyduff Upper MINOR HURLING Our minor hurlers face Ferrybank on Saturday in Fraher Field at 2.30 p.m. in the Division 3 county semi-final. All support would be greatly appreciated for this big game. CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 am – 1 pm on weekdays.

Tickets are also on sale before Sunday mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín. CLUB SHOP Our online club shop with O’Neills Sport is now up and running. The club shop can be reached by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper.

ARDMORE STILL A SENIOR CLUB Ardmore 2-14; Dungarvan 1-6. Deaghlain Naofa will line up in seniors football in 2019 for the 22nd year thanks to a sterling second half performance by our boys. Dungarvan led by five points after twenty minutes in the first half but two points brought us within a goal at the break. At half-time Dungarvan led 1-6 to 0-6. Our management team made a few positional changes at the break and they worked. No one at the venue could foresee the transformation in the Ardmore lads in the second half. Sean Barron was inspirational when moved to centre half forward and he combined well with James Kennedy who hit the back of the net twice as Ardmore were relentless in their pursuit of victory. Everyone of the players played with pride in the jersey. Dungarvan were held scoreless in the second half and

Ardmore deservedly retained senior status. Congratulations to all the players, Manager Frank North and his team of selectors on a job well done. On the grand scheme of things this was a big big result in the history of our club LADIES FOOTBALL A date for the diary as the Grange/Ardmore ladies footballers go in quest of glory when they travel to Ballyduf Upper to play in the Junior B County Final. The game is on Saturday, 27th October at 12.30. The girls would appreciate all the support they can get. So please show up and help the girls bring the county cup home. LOTTO DRAW Numbers drawn 1, 8, 12, 27. No jackpot winner. €20 each: Kevin Donnelly c/o Mary Prendergast; L and K c/o An Tobar; Pud. c/o An Tobar; Paddy Mac c/o John O’Donnell; Pat Langan c/o Quinn's.

Naomh Chartaigh (Lismore/Ballysaggart) U-11 football - The lads beat the Nire away last Friday night and in doing so claimed first place in the Town and Country League. U-12 football - This team drew with Dungarvan away and in doing so they also finished in first place of the u-12 Town and Country League.

This has been a great finish to the competitive end of the year for these two age groups and well done to all involved. The club would like to extend their sympathies to the family of the late Brendan Meagher, Ballysaggart. The club would also like to extend their sympathies to the family and friends of the late Tommy Keating, New Street, Lismore.

Lismore LOTTO DRAW There was no winner of this week’s jackpot. Drawn numbers were:- 17, 19, 21 & 29. €20 consolation prize winners were:- Jim O’Brien, Francis Geoghegan, Cathy O’Callaghan and John O’Donnell. Next week’s jackpot is €5,600.

CHRISTMAS FAIR We are holding our Christmas Fair on Sunday, 2nd December. nyone wishing to rent a stall for the day should contact Maria on 086 338 8503.

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COUNTY INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Intermediate Hurling Championship Final

Clonea bridges twelve year gap

Ken Begley, J. J. Kavanagh & Sons (sponsors) presents the Man of the Match Award to Clonea's Ciaran Power. Included are Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman and Emer Barry, County GAA Board. [Sean Byrne]

Martin, Donncha and Edel Whelan with the Cup.

[Sean Byrne]

Supporting Clonea were Paris Grant, Anne Flynn and Zoe Mackey.

[Sean Byrne]

Clonea …………………...…………………………2-13; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ………………………… 1-12. CLONEA bridged a twelve year gap when winning the County intermediate hurling final against Western champions Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at a sun drenched Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon. Certainly, this novel pairing and the fine day attracted a huge attendance to the Shandon venue with the Board taking in €11,188 at the gates. As anticipated in the lead up to the game, this was an encounter of the very close kind and with normal time played, the teams were level on a score line of 1-12 each. Yet, it was Clonea who looked the likely winners for all of the final quarter in a period of time that they won by 1-5 to 0-2. They should have made life easier on themselves in the final minutes before Ciaran Power’s 62nd minute goal sealed a famous win for the Eastern champions and their fourth title in all from eleven County final appearances. It’s is difficult to pin-point experience but in this case it looks as if losing out in 2017 to An Rinn taught Clonea how to win this year when the game was in the melting pot and in a see saw mini periods of dominance, the winners came good when it mattered most with the finishing line in sight. Prior to the game a minutes silence was observed in respect of the regretted deaths of Pat McCarthy of Ballygunner and Jim Mernin of the Geraldines. When the ball was thrown in, the action unfurled as expected with the teams level at the end of the first quarter on a low scoring 0-3 each. Tadhg Bourke got Ollie Drummy into action with a pointed free after 37 seconds and Billy Power fired over the first of his six pointed frees inside two minutes. The only scores from play in the first quarter came from the hurley of minor player and destined to become the JJ Kavanagh Man of the Match Ciaran Power in the 4th and in the 10th minutes with points from placed balls by Ed O’Halloran and Tadhg Bourke leaving it all square after 15 minutes. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Brian Ramsey took a hold of proceedings for a two minute period when, first of all, he broke the goal ice in the 19th minute as a ball broke to him unmarked from an Ed O’Halloran long delivery and he slammed the sliotar into the town end and then followed up with a point from play, 1-4 to 0-3. Playing against the slight breeze, the Western champions were in the driving seat and especially so when Paul O’Connor availed of a mistake in defence to put 0-5 between the teams.

The concern in the Clonea camp was evident when they substituted corner forward Aaron Gleeson with Robbie Power. It never fails to surprise that it is almost always the corner forward in a team that is first to be substituted when the problems are at the other end of the field. Whether or which, Clonea came right back into the game with Billy Power leading the way. He struck a point of each variety in the 23rd and in the 25th minutes before Clashmore/Kinsalebeg goalie Mark McGrath made the first of two really top class saves at the expense of a point by Robbie Power. In a period of Clonea dominance before the break, their first goal arrived in the opportune 27th minute when a long delivery from a Billy Power free into a crowded country end goal was finished to the net by Ronan Cahill. This gave Clonea the lead for the first time since the 10th minute but parity was restored at 1-6 each in the first minute of added time when Ed O’Halloran’s point from play levelled for the fourth occasion. The pendulum swung back Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s way on the restart when Brian Ramsey lofted over a superb point from play in the 33rd minute. Ed O’Halloran added his second pointed free to lead by 1-8 to 1-6 but the swing went back Clonea’s way before the 40th minute on foot of a brace of points from play by Michael Curry. Some were surprised with the substitution of Sean Fleming by the Western champions at this stage while Mark McGrath was called upon to perform heroics again when he brilliantly turned Ronan Cahill’s goal attempt out for a ‘65’ in the 41st minute. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s final mini period of dominance followed with fine scores from play by Aidan Trihy and Brian O’Halloran to leave their side ahead by 1-10 to 1-8 at the conclusion of the third quarter. Michael Sexton and Martin Whelan replaced Sean Clancy and Jason Gleeson for Clonea and during the final quarter Billy Power’s accuracy from placed balls proved crucial. Power and Brian O’Halloran traded minors by the 48th minute but two further similar scores by Billy Power had the side level come the 52nd minute at 1-11 each. Despite playing against a breeze, it was Clonea who dominated the general play for the remainder of the hour and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg couldn’t release that grip as Clonea upped their play a gear or two. Simple misses in the 54th and in the 58th minutes kept the Clonea support on tender hooks before what looked to us in the white numbers on white and green jerseys, Ciaran Power, shot over a morale boosting lead point in the 59th minute. In a rare Clashmore/

Kinsalebeg scoring effort at this point Ed O’Halloran levelled on 60 minutes with a score off his hurley without catching the sliotar, 1-12 each. Two minutes of added time to come and the game was still level on the scoreboard but it was Clonea who were doing all the attacking. Ciaran Power was tackled high en route to goal and Billy Power’s pointed free brought the loudest cheer of the day. This roar was matched a minute later when in the final play, Michael Curry offloaded the sliotar to Ciaran Power and this time he was not going to be denied his moment of glory when he rattled the town end net. The final whistle sounded and Clonea, were most deserving winners of their fourth County title in the grade. The venue erupted into a sea of green and white as last year’s defeat was forgotten and the celebrations of reaching the top tier in Waterford hurling began in earnest. Clonea’s win prevented back-to-back losses by the club, heroes all with players such as Ciaran Power, Michael Curry, Billy Power, goalie Stephen Power, Ronan Cahill, Martin Scurry and the full line of defence catching the eye. Stephen Power was, as always, soundness personified between the posts and Willie Hahessy, Paul Drohan, Robbie Flynn, Martin Whelan, Jack Nugent and Martin Scurry gave little away from play in a hard working defence. Michael Curry and Jason Gleeson worked tirelessly i lár na páirce with Curry contributing two valuable points from play. The half line of attack served Clonea well. Billy Power scored the frees when most needed and his work rate was top class, Ronan Cahill roamed outfield to effect while his goal close in put Clonea in front. Ciaran Power scored the first two points of the final from play and his goal at the end copper fastened the win. The inside line experienced a tough hour and all three usually visit the scoreboard. Robbie Power was influential when introduced and he would have had an important goal after his name but for the heroics of Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Mark McGrath. Michael Sexton and Martin Whelan shared in the win when introduced as it was good to see these two long serving Clonea players enter the fray. Though defeat was their lot, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg contributed handsomely to a brilliant day of sport at the Fraher Field and while it will be difficult for them to return to this final in an ever increasing competitive Western championship, it may be their turn to benefit in the next

Clonea Players and supporters celebrate their win over Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Intermediate Hurling Final in Fraher Field.

few years from the experience of losing a decider. Tadhg Bourke was again in dominating form for the Western champions playing deep at times behind his full line while Mark McGrath had his best game between the posts for the club. A defence that was watertight all year experienced a difficult hour in the half line on Sunday though Adam O’Sullivan and Brian Lynch battled hard while the full line of Ronan Fitzgerald, Jason Seward and Ciaran Bourke commendably kept the Clonea starting full forward line scoreless. Ed O’Halloran was the pick of the outfield players with good assistance from the industrious Declan Allen. With the game swinging to and fro, it can be said that the midfield battle was evenly played out. Up front Brian Ramsey repeated his Western final form with 1-2 from play while Aidan Trihy, Paul O’Connor and Brian O’Halloran also got on the scoresheet. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board presented the Tom Lannon Cup to the Clonea captain Robbie Flynn and Ken Begley, on behalf of J. J. Kavanagh’s presented Ciaran Power with the Man of the Match trophy, a fair achievement for a player still in minor ranks.

Clonea players Conor Walsh, Sean Clancy and William Hahessy celebrate following the final whistle.

[Sean Byrne]

Clonea Mentors Stephen Flynn, Simon Kenny and Peter Mackey celebrate at the final whistle.

[Sean Byrne]

Clonea's Ciaran and Martin Power celebrate at the final whistle.

[Sean Byrne]

Clonea’s Top Three: Ciaran Power, Billy Power, Martin Scurry. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Top Three: Tadhg Bourke, Ed O’Halloran, Mark McGrath. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ciaran Power. Number of Scorers: Clonea 5. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 6. Scores From Play: Clonea 2-7. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-8. Frees For: Clonea 17. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 14. Wides: Clonea 11. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 6. Score of the Match: Ed O’Halloran’s 60th minute point for Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg from his left side off the hurley from a distance. Scorers – Clonea: Billy Power 0-7 (6f), Ciaran Power 1-3, Ronan Cahill 1-0, Michael Curry 0-2, Robbie Power 0-1. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Brian Ramsey 1-2, Ed O’Halloran 0-5 (2f), Tadhg Bourke 0-2f, Aidan Trihy, Paul O’Connor and Brian Ramsey 0-1 each. Clonea: Stephen Power; Willie Hahessy, Jack Nugent, Paul Drohan; Martin Power, Robbie Flynn, Martin Scurry; Michael Curry, Jason Gleeson; Ciaran Power, Ronan Cahill, Billy Power; Aaron Gleeson, Sean Clancy, Conor Dalton. Subs: Robbie Power for Aaron Gleeson (21); Michael Sexton for Sean Clancy (44); Martin Whelan for Jason Gleeson (48). Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Mark McGrath; Ronan Fitzgerald, Jason Seward, Ciaran Bourke; Brian Lynch, Tadhg Bourke, Adam O’Sullivan; Ed O’Halloran, Aidan Trihy; Brian Ramsey, James O’Leary, Declan Allen; Sean Flemimg, Brian O’Halloran, Paul O’Connor. Subs: Cillian O’Keeffe for Sean Fleming (40). Referee: Nicky O’Toole (St. Pauls).

[Sean Byrne]

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Tallow Senior Hurling Champions 1980 - Back Row L-R: J. Lyons, E. Cunningham, J. Henley, D. Doyle, J. Fitzgerald, D. Cantillon, P. Murphy, N. Sheehan, B. Sheehan, C. Curley, S. Curley, L. O’Brien, P. J. Sheehan, K. Ryan, C. Ryan, L. Moroney, J. Hartigan, N. Power, R. McNamara. Front Row L-R: B. Hartigan, J. Cronin, M. Geary, S. Pratt, Mt. Curley, R. O’Brien, Ml. Curley, T. McSweeney, T. Sheehan, T. Doyle, E. Curley, J. McDonnell, M. Beecher, F. Ryan, P. Daly. Kneeling: S. Treacy.

Tulach an Iarainn Sponsored by McGrath's Chemist TALLOW GAA LOTTO Sponsored by Kearney's Restaurant Tallow Numbers drawn were: 4, 7, 9, 17. No winner. Consolation prizes: Eimear Twomey, Lavinna Connolly, Lindsay Murphy, Willie Collins. Promoter: Teresa Cunningham. Next draw: Lukie’s, 22nd October for a Jackpot of €6,000. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around town. COMHBHRÓN We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to the family of David O'Brien, Convent Street, on his sad, unexpected passing. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. DEISE DRAW Could all outstanding monies be handed in to any of the promoters.

CÉ HÉ AN FEAR SEO? BY FADA O'BRIEN Tallow appearing in their first senior hurling county final since their defeat to Portlaw in 1976 came into the 1980 decider against Dunhill hoping to triumph for their first time on the field of play. Tallow had lost narrowly to Mount Sion in the 1979 semi-final and were enthusiastic with how they thought they would fair. A team picture was taken and as I gazed on it I noticed something peculiar. (See above). In the back row between John Hartigan and Ned Power there is a man present. At the bridge of Ned's nose there is the outline of a face. You may only see a quarter of the obscured face but there is someone there all the same. The man is behind Ned, beside both John Hartigan and Richie McNamara. The first is the team picture, the second with the red outlay is to show where I picture the man. It was a historic win that day and I would like to know who is the mystery man in the picture?

Do you know this mystery man? See Tallow notes below.

Cois Bhide (Cois Bhride Notes kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware) SYMPATHIES Cois Bhride would like to convey our deepest sympathies on the sad and sudden passing of David O'Brien RIP. Our sympathies to Dina, Jake, Isabell and all of David's family and

friends. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. FIXTURES County semi-final: 20th October, 2018 under 18 hurling Cois Bhride v Clonea 3.30 p.m. in Fraher Field. Western Final: 28th October 2018 under 15 football Brickey Rangers v Cois Bhride in Fraher Field TBC.

Affane Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, 15th OCTOBER Jackpot €10,900. Numbers drawn 4-13-18-26. No winner. The five consolation prize winners were: Jack Cullinane, Glenribben; Billy Tobin, Main St.; Liam Lacey, Coolagurtwee; Maria Scanlan, Ballyhane and Helene McCarthy, Affane. COUNTY CHAMPIONS Congrats to our neighbours Ballinameela GAA Club on their victory over Tramore in the County Junior A Hurling Final last Sunday in the Fraher Field Dungarvan. We would also like to wish them the best of luck in the Munster Club championship when they take on the Kerry or Limerick representatives in the semi-final in mid November. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Pauric Mahoney was leading scorer in this year’s Waterford senior hurling championship but who was ranked second? 2, Who did Ballygunner defeat to win their one and only Munster club senior hurling title and what was the year? 3, Who were the first Tipp club to win the Munster club senior hurling title? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1. In the last 23 years from 1995 to 2018, Ballygunner have contested 22 county senior hurling finals. 2, Ballygunner have played in nine Munster club senior hurling finals losing eight and winning one 3, Kevin McLaughlin and Colm Boyle scored the two own goals in the 2016 All-Ireland senior football final?

HAPPY RETIREMENT FINTAN We wish former player and Manager Fintan Murray a happy retirement from his role as Chief Officer of the local Fire Brigade. We owe a debt of gratitude to Fintan and his colleagues for the vital service they provide to safeguard us from the lethal and ever present danger of fire. Fintan's record of being ''On Call'' 24/7 for the past twenty eight years deserves a resounding Bula Bas from the entire community. At club level he has been equally selfless. His youth was spent helping the club reach unpreceedented levels. Along with brothers Dermot and Brian they won underage medals in all grades in both hurling and footboall from U-14 to U-21 at the premier level which included being the only Waterford club to play in an All Ireland division 1 Féile final in ’74 and Minor double winners in ’78. He played a major part in the club’s one and only SHC victory over Mt Sion in 1982 and Affane's Intermediate football success in 1992. He also represented the county in the Munster Championship at minor and U-21 level, but arguably his greatest achievement came as a manager. After spending years coaching with considerable success with the club which also included a Munster Minor Hurling title in 2009 with the Deise. He took charge of the the club’s intermediate hurlers to regain senior status in 2014 winning West, County and Munster provincial championships in his season as Banisteoir.

Brickey Rangers Under 16 County Finalists.

Brickey Rangers BRICKEY LOTTO Last week’s draw was held in The Enterprise Bar where the following numbers were drawn: 13- 20 – 23 – 28. There was no winner of the jackpot prize of €4,500. €25 winners as follows: Derry & Maura Casey, Rachel Donnolly, Will Queally & Caoimhe Cooney. Thursday nights draw will be held in The Tudor House and will carry a Jackpot of €4,600. MECHANDISE Order forms and price lists will be available from Joanie McGrath or Daragh Duggan from this weekend. SYMPATHIES The sympathy of the club is extended to Joe and Deirdre Keane and their family on the death of Joe’s sister Margaret Kingston which occurred in Drimoleague in the past week. Also to Éimear, Michael, Aisling, Eoghan & Rory Curran on the

death of Eimear’s father Matt Lynch, Malahide last week. JUVENILE NOTES U-16 Hurling: Hard luck to our U-16's who put up a great fight against Ballyduff last Saturday morning in the Div 3 County Final. They kept most of the possession in the second half but it was just not their day. Congrats to Ballyduff who showed some great play and determination. Final score 3-7 to 1-9. U-15 Football: Best of luck to our U-15 footballers who will play Cois Brid in the Western Final on the 27th Oct. Players will be notified by text for training times. U-10 Hurling: We were due tp travel to Thurles to take part in the Munster hurling blitz where we were to face teams from Clare and Limerick. Unfortunately, the blitz was cancelled due to the weather. U-8 Football & hurling: Continues next Saturday at 10 am

Naomh Brid U-9 Hurlers who took part in Annual Roanmore Blitz in Walsh Park.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Ardmore Athletic Club WE had great conditions for cross country running last Sunday at the County B Cross Country races in St Augustine’s. The club had great results on the day with great performances by all and six athletes winning medals. Our three youngest athletes on the day, Ava O’Keeffe, Luisne de Paor and Conor Bree, won their first medal for the club, all competing under 9. Patrick, Roisin and Daniel Lenane kept it in the family, with Roisin running a great race and both boys winning medals on the day, Patrick Under 13 and Daniel Under 15. Fia de Paor was our only Under 11 girl competing on the day, but she made sure of a medal by coming in second place in her race. We had four athletes competing in the girls Under 13 race, Ciara Quinn, Michaela Coyne, Meagan

Connor and Roisin Lenane, and all did the club proud running this long distance.

Conor Bree.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Training moves back to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, 24th October AS the evenings are getting darker it is time to move back our training to 4 pm and we will start on Wed., 24th October which will also be the first day of our juvenile winter league. MORE SUCCESS AT COUNTY B CHAMPIONSHIPS The county B championships were held in ideal conditions in the Friary on Sunday last. The event was well supported by the clubs in the West of the county and there were strong fields in the younger age groups. There were no team prizes in this event but there were medals for the first six across the line. The programme got underway with the under 9 girls race and Aoife Buenaventura had her best run ever to finish in 2nd place also run-

ning well was Clodagh Lattimore in 5th place and Clarissa Willans in 6th. Sarah Cosgrave came home in 9th place and Amy O’Riordan in 12th. In the boys under 9 Conor McCarthy won his first county medal finishing 5th and Kevin Coonan came home in 8th place. There was a good field in the under 11 girls race and Aoife O’Donovan had her best race this year to finish in 3rd place not far behind was Aoife Lattimore in 5th and Sarah O’Riordan took 6th place. Niamh McCarthy finished 8th with Amy Flavin 10th and Riona Towey 11th. In the boys under 11 Aedan O’Rahallaigh claimed the 6th medal with Sean Nyhan close behind in 7th place. The biggest field of the day was in the under 13 girls race and Eva

Nogueira who has made great stride this year finished in 3rd place. Also in the medals were Fiona O’Riordan 5th and Grainne Moore 6th. Sophie Crotty finished 7th with Claudia O’Halloran just behind in 8th place. Catherine O’Donnell finished 12th and Emily Hickey was 17th. In the boys under 13 Paddy McCarthy finished in 5th place and in the final race of the day the boys under 15 Conn Willans made a winning return to cross country running taking the under 15 title. INTER SPORT ELVERYS TO SPONSOR TONY’S LEAGUE This year we welcome back Inter Sport Elverys who will again sponsor the juvenile winter league. The league will get underway on Wed., Oct 24th at 4.15. Check in will be open from 4 pm with the first

Aedan O Rallaigh who finished 6th in the under 11 boys race.

Top 6 in the girls under 13 race.

group under way by 4.15. Wed., 24th Oct. and Wed., 31st Oct. are the two trial days. You have to compete on one of those days in order to be in a team. If you miss those two dates you can still compete as an individual but will not be included in the team event. The team competition will be run over four weeks Nov. 7th, 14th 21st, and 28th. The final run and presentation will take place on Wed., 5th of Dec. with the Power Family cup going to the captain of the winning team. MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIPS Sunday next Oct., 21st in Beaufort, Co. Kerry The first session of the Munster Cross Country Championships under 10, 12, 14, 16, 18 will take place on Sunday next in Beaufort with an 11.30 start. West Waterford A.C. has a large number of juvenile athletes entered for this event. A bus will leave the Park Hotel at 7.00 a.m. on Sunday morning. If you are travelling by car please be at the venue by 10 a.m. as it always takes longer to park and get numbers on a championship day. We would like our athletes to have plenty of time to walk the course and warm up before their races. If you are travelling on the bus please let Mary or Antoinette know at training on Wednesday. West Waterford Entries for next Sunday’s Munster Championships undr 10, 12, 14, 16, 18:

Medal winners in the girls under 9 race.

Boys under 10: Owen Morrissey, Aedan O’Rahallaigh, Eoin Prendergast, Anthony O’Donnell, Cian Qualter Girls under 10: Niamh McCarthy, Isabelle Gaffney, Sarah Hallisssey, Aoife Buenaventura, Riona Towey, Clarissa Willans Girls under 12: Sarah Gaffney, Claudia O'Halloran, Aoife Lattimore, Aoife O'Donovan, Sarah O’Riordan, Ava Nogueira, Catherine O’Donnell Boys under 12: David Gaffney, Paddy McCarthy, David Nyhan, Conor Keane, Ben Qualte, Mattie Kupczyk, Liam Broderick, Cillian Towey Girls Under 14: Caoimhe Prendergast, Ele McDermott, Angelina Chizhikova, Eimear O’Neill, Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich, Fiona O’Riordan Boys Under 14: Eoghan Lattimore, Kyle Moloney, Cal Tutty, Ian Holmes Girls Under 16: Sarah Nyhan, Aoibh Murphy Boys Under 16: Oisin O'Riordan, Mark Blackwell, Tommy Fennell, Rory Fennell, Robert Quinn Girls under 18: Lucy Holmes, Mary Kate Prendergast Boys under 18: Cian O'Riordan

Athletes from West Waterford who competed in the under 13 race. Luisne de Paor and Ava O’Keeffe.

Daniel and Patrick Lenane.

Meagan Connor.

Michaela Coyne.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Waterford Handball

Michael Kiely wins All-Ireland title WATERFORD and the Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty handball club had two finalists in the All-Ireland 60x30 Finals held recently at Lahorna, Co. Tipperary. First up were Charlie Treen and Sean Callaghan in the U-14 doubles. They played Kyle Jordan and Sean O’Keeffe (Kilkenny) in an epic battle only losing out in the tiebreak 15/5, 14/15, 15/13. A magnificent effort by the boys who played exceptionally well this year to get to the final and lost by the smallest of margins. In the U-17 singles Michael Kiely took on Eoin O’Brien (Kilkenny). Michael won in great style 21/11, 21/12. A superb effort from Michael to bring the All-Ireland U-17 title to Waterford and a fitting tribute to the facilities and coaching provided by the club through Brother Spring and John O’Mahony. BERESFORD TAKES MUNSTER COLLEGES TITLE Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty handball club juveniles represented St. Augustine’s College in the

Munster Colleges 60x30 for girls and boys. All games were 20 minutes or first to 31 aces. The girls played their matches in Hospital, Co. Limerick on Friday, 5th October. First up were Saoirse Kelly & Ella Gantly in the Junior Doubles semi-final. After putting up a good fight they lost to Anna Mulcahy & Aine Spain (St. Mary’s SS Nenagh) 31/8. Next up was Roisin Mackle who was up against Leanne Gould (Borrisokane CC) in the semi-final of the First Year Singles. Roisin lost 31/5 with Leanne going on to win the final 31/3. Finally Saoirse Moloney played Leah Minogue (Scarriff CC) in the Junior Singles Semi-Final, losing 31/4. Leah went on the win the final. The boys competition was held in our own alley in Dungarvan on Saturday, 6th October. First up were Jack Power & Diarmuid Mackle in the semi-final of the first year doubles against Ben Sullivan & Hayden Supple

William Beresford.

Saoirse Moloney.

Michael Kiely, Joe Materson (President GAA Handball).

Charlie Treen, Joe Masterson (President GAA Handball) and Sean Callaghan.

(Colaiste Chraoibhin Fermoy). The Cork pair were victorious 31/3 and went on to win the final. Charlie Treen & Sean Callaghan were up against Tiernan Slattery

a very close encounter to Conor Walsh & Cian O’Driscoll (Patrician Academy Mallow) 26/13. And finally William Beresford took on Evan Carey (St. Anne’s

and Patrick Crotty (Scarriff CC) in the semi-final of the Junior Doubles losing a tight match 31/9. In the final of the Senior Doubles Oisin Hallahan & Jamie Moylan lost

Killaloe) in the final of the Junior Singles, winning in great style 31/12. William will play the AllIreland semi-final next Sunday in Roscommon.

Saoirse Kelly and Ella Gantly.

Leanne Gould and Roisin Mackle.

Four club athletes conquer IRONMAN Barcelona in difficult conditions THIS year we had four athletes from our club taking part in Ironman Barcelona, Miah McGrath, Don Ryan and Colin Lochaden were all competing in their second Ironman Barcelona while PJ Aherne was racing in his first ever full Ironman event. Miah, Don and Colin were hoping to improve on their times from last year. Weather conditions were very different to what was expected, very different from the nice calm conditions which had welcomed the athletes to the start line in 2017. The 3.8 km swim course was very choppy and the sea was also rolling quite heavily, many competitors had to be helped out from the crashing waves. Almost 13% of the field were removed from the race during the swim due to illness and risk of drowning. Some thunder downpours created havoc during the bike

portion but all of our athletes got through unscathed. The run course consisted of approx. six lengths of Calella beach promenade. It was incredibly hot for the first half of the run but thankfully got cooler later on and rain came again towards the end. The crowds were great and special thanks to the travelling East Cork Support group who could be heard miles away. Congratulations to all the lads who conquered their Ironman Challenge, Don 10:39, Miah 13:04, Colin 12:18 and PJ 12:40. The following is a personal account from PJ Ahern who has kindly put his thoughts down on paper. Ironman Barcelona was PJ’s first full Ironman race. Waking up on the morning of the race seeing the constant lightning strikes and hearing the thunder and wind brought fear into my heart that the swim would be cancelled, I had come to

Barcelona in the hopes of a guaranteed full race as so many races during the year have had the swims cancelled or bike routes shortened. Alas my fears were not realised as there was no mention of any course changes. Pump my tyres in transition and put my nutrition onto the bike and into the wetsuit I go. I decided to go into the 1 hour 30 minute pen for the swim as I thought this was fairly realistic seeing as I came out with a 1:19 for 3km in Athy in June. Getting into the water was a bit tricky as the waves were crashing onto the beach and people were getting blown back onto the beach by the waves! Careful timing and a quick dash in and I was off. I found myself on my own for quite a bit of the swim bar the odd person or two who would swim straight across me as sighting was extremely difficult due to the size of the

waves, the water was so clear I used the ripples of the sand on the seabed as a guide which helped as most of the swim was generally parallel to the beach so my track was fairly good looking at my watch afterwards. Getting out of the water was even harder than getting in! You pretty much surfed a wave onto the beach and hoped a volunteer would grab you before the wave you came in on pulled you back out again!!! Onto my feet and up into transition in 1 hour 21 minutes which I was delighted with. Out on the bike, I spent the first hour focusing on keeping the heart rate down. These big races fill me with excitement and I end up going too hard on the bike and end up suffering later on in the run something which I learned in Dublin 70.3 in 2017. It was a fairly uneventful cycle other than one skid going through a roundabout during a

heavy rain shower. I continuously fuelled with food during the bike as I am a diabetic, my blood sugars were slightly higher than planned but were perfect toward the end of the cycle. Back into transition after six hours 12 minutes cycling averaging 29kph. Next is the run which was going to be my first full marathon but I tried not to think of it as a marathon. It was three loops and I broke it down into small runs between each aid station which were just over 2km apart I would walk these to take on water, coke, gels and to check the blood sugars then start running again. Two loops in and it was getting dark, about four kilometres of the loop were pretty much pitch dark with no one but yourself and other athletes on the road outside of the town so it was a fairly bleak few kilometres of running and the body was

beginning to tire at this stage. Once I made the final turn and was heading for the finish line it gives you a great boost and I shuffled the last couple of kilometres to the finish line, running down the red carpet seeing I had completed it in 12 hours 40 minutes was amazing as I had thought going around 13 and a half hours would be realistic. What a great feeling and makes all the training worthwhile!!! Into the recovery tent and change out of the trisuit as it had been raining heavily for quite some time so I had been drenched, get a quick bite to eat which I didn't have much mind for and off to collect the bike and into a hot bath to soak the legs and think about Ironman Cork next year! If you’re interested in taking part please check the South Coast Website for more information (www.southcoast.club).

GENERAL SPORT

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Waterford Raceway- Round 9 Driver Of The Year 2018 SUNDAY, October 7th, saw the running of the 9th round of the driver of the year championship for 2018 at Waterford Raceway, kindly sponsored by Houlihan Motor Factors. It was to be a very busy day with the Dick Mackey Cup up for grabs in the big 20 lap race and the eagerly awaited ‘Golden Oldies’ races also included on the race order for the day. With the evenings getting noticeably shorter, it was imperative that racing ran smoothly in order to get through the long list of races. To this end it was a credit to the officers, race day officials and the drivers, who almost numbered 70, that racing did get completed with plenty of daylight still available. After the first two rounds of racing were complete, the order of racing was changed to accommodate the ‘Golden Oldies’ who were borrowing cars in order to get out on track. It was obvious very quickly on the green flag dropping that these guys had lost none of the desire to see the chequered flag first and that the laughs and banter were left firmly in the pits. After three races, Kevin Condon was declared king of the golden

oldies with Eddie McGrath 2nd, Jeffrey Parish, swopping the camera lens for a race helmet, claiming 3rd and Mike Carey claiming the final trophy and 4th. A special thanks goes out to all the drivers and supporters of this novel event who raised funds for track maintenance. Meanwhile, in the general classes, Jamie Egan was the top lady on the day, with Katie Egan and Chantelle Wallace sharing 2nd place. In the rookies there was three different winners but Ross Ryan was the most consistent with three 2nds to secure the top spot on the podium with Liam Kiersey 2nd and Brian Scannell 3rd. The production juniors had some great races during the day with Ted McGrath winning out in the end and Aidan Heney settling for 2nd with Joey Dilworth 3rd. Mark O’Connor secured vital championship points as the only modified junior on the day. The adult 1B class saw three new faces standing on the podium at the end of a busy day with 9 drivers competing. Noel O’Mahony secured the top step with Liam Fitzgerald 2nd and Paul Boland 3rd. The stocks also had a new

driver taking 1st place, in Aaron Patterson, with Anne McGuire 2nd and Brian Weston 3rd. Jamie Condon was 1st in class1, but only by the minimum of margins with Michael Baldwin 2nd and Ronan Coughlan 3rd. Class 2 was close too with less than 20 points separating 1st and 3rd. It was Eddie Baldwin who came out on top ahead of Kenneth McCoy and Stephen Healy. Pat Nolan was top man in class 3 with James McCoy 2nd and Paul Fitzgerald – returning after many years- getting 3rd. Class 4 has become very competitive over the last few racedays and Sunday was no different. Peader Wall with two wins was on the top step of the podium with Kieran Cooney 2nd and Alan Houlihan 3rd. Padraig Smiddy has certainly found his feet in class 5 since coming in mid season and he secured the win on the day with Andy O’Brien 2nd and Andy Foley 3rd. Class 6 was lacking numbers on the day but Brian Whelan secured vital points in the race for the championship. The big race of the afternoon saw a few problems for some drivers with cooler conditions affecting

'Golden Oldies' race and the eventual winner, Kevin Condon being presented with his trophy by club chairman Kevin Healy. tyres. DICK MACKEY CUP Eventually, after some great driving from the back of the grid, Andy O’Brien collected the chequered flag, for a well deserved

KCK Athletic Club

KCK U-11 team at the county cross country championships KCK headed to the Friary for the last day of the county cross country championships on Sunday. First up were the U-9 girls where our sole competitor in this race Holly came home in 3rd place securing an individual medal. The U-11 girls were up next and Gráinne who was well in contention at the start of the race suffered a slight injury but continued on bravely to finish in 7th place just one spot outside the medals. Orlaith ran bravely as usual and came home in a good 12th place. Three competitors took to the field in the U-13 race where Anna was our first KCK member home in 13th place closely followed in 15th place by Molly running in her first county championships. Kelly unfortunately had to pull up due to injury. Next up were the U-9 boys where we had a field of four. All boys ran well and finished together with Conor in 10th, Markus 11th, Rory 12th and Barry 13th. The U-11 boys were up next where KCK had a 1-23 finish with Senan leading them home in 1st place, followed by Ronan in 2nd closely followed by Tadgh in

3rd who ran a brilliant race out of his age and Aidan another one of our new members ran a stormer to finish 8th. Next up were the U-13 boys with Joe as our sole competitor. He came home in 4th place to claim a medal. Last up Colm took to the field in the u-15 boys and ran well throughout the 2,500 metres to finish 3rd. The previous week on the second day of the county A championships KCK had a good team of athletes competing where the U-9/U-11/U-13 girls team brought home team gold medals for KCK. This was similar to the feat achieved by the U-8/ U-10 and U-12 girls the previous week who also brought home team gold for KCK. Individual medal winners that Sunday were Liadain U-9 bronze, Tom W U-9 silver. All in all a very successful three Sundays for KCK. Thanks to Richie and all his coaches for having the lads in such good shape. Next up next Sunday are the Munster even ages in Beaufort, Co. Kerry where we have a team of 12 making the long journey down. Best of luck to them.

lap of honour, and the Dick Mackey cup with Alan Houlihan battling hard with Andy having to settle for 2nd and Eddie Baldwin getting the last step on the podium this time. The club would like to thank

everyone who helped make the day such a success and we look forward now to the climax of the 2018 championship season on November 11th with plenty of places still to be decided.

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club CREDIT UNION SHIELD SATURDAY, THE 26th Saturday, 26th October will see the Credit Union Shield being played out. Names in for 1 p.m. Tee off at 1.30 p.m. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME Thinking of taking up a new sport well, why not try your hand at Pitch and Putt our course is set in seven acres of Parkland and will cost you less than €2 a week to play as often as you like. There are deals for family membership throughout 2018 and beyond and for those that have taken a break we would ask you to dust down the clubs and get back swinging. Ladies and Gents Membership €85; Family membership 2 adults 2 children under 16 €155; Juveniles €50. MEMBERSHIP 2019 Yes, your seeing it right, now is the time to consider new membership for a new year. Come on down try out a new challenge and consider joining for the new year. The Clubhouse will be open during the week for new or for any member that wishes to renew their membership. Reminder to members that membership fees must be paid before entering any competition. CONTACTS Anyone wishing to contact the Club can contact the Secretary on 086 3781969, Chairman on 0871611664 or Pro on 087 9667472 if you have any queries. COURSE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC The course is open to the public. Directions go to the top of the town turn left at St. Mary’s Church first right and you will find the course at the end of the road. Green Fees are €5 and Clubs can be hired for €3 and you can play all day.

AGM This year’s AGM is fixed for Sunday, 9th December in the Fusion Centre at 2.30 p.m. To make for an easier transition for the incoming committee look to the notice board for positions that will become vacant and positions that will require filling. All members will be asked to attend this very important meeting. As per the constitution any member proposing changes must put their proposal in writing two weeks before the AGM to the Secretary of the Club, any proposal received after this date will be struck out. MEMBERS If you have some spare time you could venture down to the clubhouse and see if you can give some assistance this would be much appreciated by the course committee you can ring Paul before you travel on 087 1611664. SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUBS If your Company Sports and Social Clubs would like an enjoyable day out we can cater for all your requirements 6 acres of mature Parkland course that is ranked among the best in the country and a very equipped Clubhouse that can cater a buffet if required after your rounds then contact the numbers above for further information we would only be too glad to assist. COMMITTEE MEETING The next committee is scheduled for Wednesday, the 3rd October at 7 p.m. All committee members are asked to attend. This is an important meeting as the Christmas Calendar will be discussed. WEDNESDAY LADIES DAY The ladies have been on the road of late and their first visit was to Clonmel where they are always received with warm welcomes. Winners on the day were Mary

Walsh, Kathleen Lynch and Kathleen Foran. They went from Clonmel to Tallow and the winners there were Lorraine Troy, Corrinne McGee, Cait Mulcahy and Jacinta and back home for last Wednesday’s game and in the winner’s enclosure there was Gross Jacinta and Evelyn and in the Nett Kathleen Foran and Eilish Sullivan. Congrats to all winners. Please support our sponsors by shopping local. Bonus winners over the last couple of weeks - Michael Delaney 33, Ann Wall 11. No winner last Saturday night. Congrats to Michael and Ann. KILDARE SHORT GRASS Congratulations to all that travelled to Kildare for the Shortgrass Tournament. Eighteen members from the club travelled to this annual pilgrimage and I hear everyone had a great time. JUVENILES Any parent out there that is looking for their child to take up a new sport or thinking of taking up golf, well this could be the starting point of a future career in golf, get the short game right and the rewards for the big game are endless. MANNING THE CLUBHOUSE Members are required for manning the clubhouse over the coming months, so if you have a few hours to spare call down and see if you can be of some assistance. SATURDAY COMPETITIONS Saturday Competitions 20th October. Names in for 1 p.m., tee off 1.30 p.m. Sunday, 21st October - Mens 36 Hole Strokeplay Gents Matchplay - Watch the notice board. Entries sheet will be posted shortly. This competition will be played over a Saturday and Sunday.

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

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sunday, 14th October – 18 Hole Stableford - 1st Owen O’Keeffe (9) 37 pts b9; 2nd Thomas Conway (6) 37 pts CSS: 37. Monday, 8th October – Friday, 12th October – Open Gents 9 Hole CAT 1. Austin Spratt (8) 18 pts CAT 2. Noel Murray (22) 20 pts Visitor: Thomas O’ Brien (11) 17 pts. FIXTURES Monday, 15th Oct – Friday, 19th October – Open 9 Hole Competition Saturday, 20th /Sunday, 21st October – Club Competition 18 Hole Stableford WEEKLY 9 HOLE OPEN COMPETITION Our weekly 9 hole competition continues to draw a steady entry from Monday to Friday each week. Members and visitors are welcome and the shortened course has made the competition more enjoyable. Here is an opportunity to sharpen up your game for the upcoming Winter League and it only

takes under two hours to play the 9 holes. WINTER LEAGUE 2019 Entry sheets for our upcoming Winter League are now posted on the notice board in the hallway. The competition will start as a 16 hole stableford event with the out of play holes being rotated with each round. Please put your name up as soon as possible as we are hoping to start the league around mid November. If any member has a bit of spare time we would welcome some help especially with sorting cards on Saturdays and Sundays during the league. SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE Well done to Tommy Butler who carded a magnificent 41 points to win first prize in the opening alliance outing at Clonmel. Kilkenny host the alliance on Sunday, 14th October and Callan is the venue on Sunday, 28th October. Members wishing to play in the South East Junior alliance should contact Phil Kinsella.

GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is:

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com

WINTER LEAGUE 2018/2019 We’re presently putting the final touches to this year’s Winter League We’ll have seven teams again this year with team Captains as follows: Dungarvan – Captain Pat Power Copper Coast - Captain Liam Clancy Dunhill - Captain Tom White Deise - Captain Nicholas Fitzgerald Nire/Touraneena - Captain Brian Fahey Abbeyside - Captain Geoff Collins Ballinacourty - Captain Johnny Hughes. We presently have all teams filled with a few names on the standby list should substitutes be required. To allow a little more time to compile scores before the weekly notes on a Monday, the 1st week will start on Saturday, 27th October-Sunday, 28th October and Monday, 29th October to Friday, 2nd November The final or 15th week will finish on Friday, 8th February, 2019 after which the match play rounds will commence. As last year, the 10 best cards to count from each player, which can be played any day of the week and as many times as you want. As history dictates, the teams and players

who play the most rounds generally come out on top, so the moral of the story is the more you play the better chance you have!! Entry fee is once again €25 which all goes to the prizes and the daily competition fee is €7 for the first 10 rounds and €5 thereafter. To date we haven’t secured a sponsor for this year’s League as the Premium Butcher are bowing out this year. For the last number of years, the Premium Butcher/Dawn Meats have being invaluable sponsors to the Winter League and our club and members are hugely appreciative of their contributions in the past and wish to thank them sincerely for supporting past Winter leagues. As an add on to this year’s League a proposal has come from the Ladies club who run only a 10 hole winter league that for Ladies who would prefer to play 18 holes over the winter (in addition to their 10 holes WL), to have their scores incorporated within our league also. They would be subject to the same rules as the men, best 10 cards etc This would mean that one lady would be allocated to each of the 7 teams making up 7 teams of 14 players participating. In the match play section the ladies would play each other. In an age of merging Golfing Unions between the GUI & ILGU we see this proposal as a

BUNKERS AND PITCH MARKS It has taken a lot of time and money but the renovation work on the bunkers is now complete. Visitors continue to compliment us on the magnificent work and the excellent condition of our bunkers. We ask members and visitors to rake bunkers properly (don’t forget the footprints), and even if you’re not in it and it needs attention please feel free to rake it. Like our bunkers, our greens are maintained in excellent condition. Unfortunately, some members are not repairing pitch marks. We earnestly request you to repair your pitch marks and if you see another pitch mark repair it too. We are fortunate to have a course staff and volunteers who put a lot of time and effort into maintaining the course to the highest standards. Please do your bit to show your appreciation of their efforts. END OF YEAR SCRAMBLE AND PRESENTATION OF PRIZES Sunday, 11th November is the date for our end of year scramble. This will be a 3 person event commencing at 1.30 pm. Following the scramble we will have the presentation of prizes for all Club matchplay competitions and prizes for the Al Eile Final. PAST CAPTAINS’ AND PRESIDENTS’ DINNER This annual event is scheduled for Friday, 16th November. A 13 hole singles stableford competition will be held at 1.30 p.m., and this will be followed by dinner in the clubhouse. Committee members are also welcome to attend, and complimentary tickets will be is-

step forward in bringing our mens and ladies clubs that bit closer again. We should have more details next week. The full rules will shortly be on display in the kiosk INTER-COUNTY HURLERS AT GOLD COAST The Society for former InterCounty hurlers held their AGM on Friday night in the Gold Coast Hotel and on Saturday morning they played a scramble in the Gold Coast Golf Club. Even the inclement weather didn’t dampen their spirits as players from many different counties graced the fairways with players coming from Laois, Tipperary, Cork, Clare, Galway, Antrim, Limerick, Wexford, Waterford, Offaly and Dublin. Later on Saturday all the players and their partners met for a remembrance mass at 7.15 p.m. and after which all sat down for a meal which was then followed by dancing and a sing song. The hurlers gave a special presentation to John McGrath who after 35 years of serving as the associations secretary retired from office at this years AGM Well done to Richie Ormonde, Lismore who capped a fine year in winning the Bill Cashin Player of the Year award and was part of the winning team consisting of Gold Coast’s own Rogie Cashin, Mick Horgan from Cork and Rita Seery, full results below. Well done to all and we look forward to welcoming them all back again next year TURKEY & HAMS Last Sunday saw our first Turkey & Ham competitions get under way and we will be giving out Turkeys and hams from now on until Christmas which will be presented around three days before Christmas.

West Waterford Ladies Golf Play in Pink. sued to all team managers within the next two weeks. LADIES FIXTURES 9 Hole October (2 cards to count) – sponsored by Eithne Ashby. Lady Captain’s Supper – Sunday, 21st October at 5 pm. Make sure your name is on sheet in locker room. Please make sure you have done your homework on the New Rules for 2019 as there will be a draw on the night. Also all outstanding prizes will be presented

after Lady Captain’s Supper. The 13 Hole competition for this will run from Monday, 1st October – Thursday, 18th October. 13 Hole Breast Cancer will run from Friday, October 19th – Thursday, November 15th. Christmas Hamper – 13 Hole competition will run from 16th November until date not decided. COASTAL ALLIANCE Next Coastal Alliance is on Thursday, 1st November in Dunmore East from 9.45 to 11.30 a.m.

CONGRATULATIONS The Munster Schools Senior & Junior cups were held recently on a cold and blustery day in East Cork Golf Club on the 5th October 2018. Our own Catherine Ruane represented Ard Scoil na nDéise, Dungarvan in the Individual Senior Section scoring 37 Stableford points on her first outing in East Cork Golf Club, with the overall honours going to a student from St. Mary's, Mallow scoring one better on 38 Stableford points.

Gold Coast Golf Club competition sponsored by John Lynch Fruit & Veg from Left: Geraldine Hallinan 2nd, Mary O’Callaghan accepting prize for Lorraine Troy, winner; Esther McGuckian, 3rd and Bernie Morrissey, Lady Captain. FIXTURES Friday, 19th October: Open 18 holes Singles. Saturday, 20th October: Club 18 holes Singles Competition. Sunday, 21st October: Club 18 holes 3 Ball Rumble Competition Tuesday, 23rd October: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ Saturday, 27th - Sunday, 28th October: Round 1 Winter League RESULTS Tuesday 9th October: Open Seniors, CSS Gents 38 pts 1st: Bobby Fitzpatrick (14) 43 pts; 2nd: Liam Murphy (20) 38 pts. 1st Lady: Clare Ryan (25) 33 pts CSS 37 pts. Saturday: Hurlers Society 13 Hole Scramble 1st: Richie Ormonde, Mick Horgan, Rogie Cashin, Rita Seery with 43.5 net

2nd: Jim Corr, Justin Spratt, Eamonn Kelleher, Ray Rahelly with 45.14 net Sunday, 14th October,18 holes – Singles CSS 37 pts 1st John Hallinan (6) 42 pts 2nd Martin Morris (8) 40 pts Gross Alan Harty (0) 37 pts 3rd Kieran Cullinan (8) 40 pts. LADIES NOTES FIXTURES 10 hole on-going Dalton Jewellers 2 card 13h comp, commences 15th October, runs until 16th December 2018 9 Hole on-going for beginners RESULTS Club comp 6th/7th October 1. Ger Hallinan (19) 42 pts 2. Esther McGuckian (11) 36 pts. WINTER LEAGUE The Winter League is due to start shortly, eight fragrant teams

are being finalised, with four rounds being played before Christmas and four after. LADIES AGM The ladies club AGM will be held on Friday, 2nd November. COASTAL ALLIANCE Dates for your diary for the 2018/2019 Coastal Alliance are as follows: November 1st – Dunmore East December 6th – West Waterford March 7th - Tramore April 4th - Dungarvan To Register for year: €15, Green Fees: €10. For more details contact Breda Conway, new members welcome. BEGINNERS A 9 hole beginners on-going competition has been set up for the ladies and would encourage them to get out there and enjoy the golf.

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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 OUR Junior juggernaut keeps on rolling as our Head Professional and County Coach David Hayes led Waterford to their fourth Intercounty Under 13 championship recently. Playing at Tipperary Golf Club the Waterford team featured three Dungarvan players Rody Morrissey, AJ Hayes and Euan Harrington and were ably assisted by JP O’Brien from Tramore, Rohit Das from Faithlegg and Mark and Kieran Fives from Waterford Castle. With the five best scores to count played over sixteen holes, our lads contributed handsomely to the cause with both Rody and Euan shooting 35 points, and AJ hitting the best of the day with 38 points to claim a two point victory over Limerick. Well done to all concerned. ANNUAL LEFT-HANDERS Dungarvan Golf Club Left-handers Competition, the 43rd Annual left-handers golf competition for 2018 will be played on the weekend 26th, 27th, 28th October 2018 (Holder David Buckley). The competition is open to ladies and gents (Members only) 18 Hole Stableford. We hope to see all our left-hand golf members taking part. CLUB LOTTO Our Lotto draw was held in the clubhouse on Sunday, 14th October. The numbers drawn in the Lotto were 16, 22, 24 and 25. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €4,800 next week! There was also no winner of our Match 3s so the weekly amount will

increase to €200 next week. The draw next Sunday will be held at 5:30 pm in the clubhouse. GENTS RESULTS Mon. 8th Oct Open Seniors: 1st K Daly (East Cork) (16) 41 pts, 2 Tony Ruane (West Waterford) (18) 40 pts, 3rd Oliver O’Brien (East Cork) (15) 40 pts, 4th Craig Susdorf (17) 39 pts. CSS 38. Thurs. 11th Open Singles S/F: 1 D O’Neill (5) 42 pts, 2 Michael Power (Cahir Park) (9) 40 pts, 3rd Declan Hallahan (15) 37 pts. CSS 37. Sat. 13th October Cunnigar Cup Stroke: 1st Diarmuid O’Neill (5) 71 CSS 73. Sun. 14th Singles S/F: 1st Paul Breen (13) 40 pts, 2 Alan Thomas (+1) 39 pts, 3rd Jake O’Riordan (2) 39 pts, 4th Kevin Cusack (6) 38 pts, 5th Martin Walsh (12) 38 pts. LADIES RESULTS Mon. 8th Oct Open Seniors: 1st Kate Daly (East Cork) (16) 41 pts. Tues. 2nd Tuesday Home Alliance: CAT 1: 1st Marie Fahey (22) 37 pts, 2nd Michelle Mernin (11) 37 pts. CAT 2: 2 Nuala Harty (23) 36 pts, 2nd Creina O’Sullivan (27) 35 pts. CAT 3 Ann Fitzgerald (33) 35 pts, 2nd Marianne Mulcahy (31) 34 pts. Sat. 4th Ladies Home Alliance: CAT 4 1st June Hayes (20) 74 nett, 2nd Bernie Hayes (18) 74 nett, CAT 5 1st Olga Carroll (26) 73, 2nd Colette O’Mahony (33) 77. Tues. 9th Ballinacourty Cup: 1st Ina Considine (21) 40 pts, 2nd T Baumann (19) 40 pts, 3rd Orla Sheehan (22) 39 pts. 4th Celia Power (26) 38 pts, Best 36+ Breda O’Sullivan (36) 31 pts. CSS 38 pts.

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

www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS M J O’Brien (GOY). 13/14th October. Thursday Seniors at 10.30 am. 1st Eamon O’Shea (11) 42 pts; 2nd Ted O’Leary (9) 40 pts; Gross Ml. McGrath (5) 30 pts B9; 3rd Darragh Prendergast (11) 39 pts. FIXTURES 20th/21st October 18 hole s/ford sponsored by clubman Gary Baverstock. (goy) Sunday, 21st Ashes away in Dungarvan at 11.00 am, all players be in Dungarvan at 11.30 a.m. STORY OF THE WEEKEND There was no golf on Saturday due to the heavy rain all day. Most of the Saturday golfers turned out on Sunday, as this was a GOY competition. The weather was great and the good weather helped with good scores being recorded. Our winner was Affane man

Eamon O’Shea with a great score of 42 points, 20 on the 1st 9 with a blank on the 8th, only 1 over for the 8 holes. On the back 9 he had only 3 over par to record 22 pts, giving him his total of 42 points. In second place was Conna man Ted O’Leary playing of 8 with 40 points, 4 over on the front 9 giving him a steady 18 points. The back 9 was much improved being only 1 over for an impressive 22 points, total 40 points. The Gross was won by Lismore man Michael McGrath playing off 5 on the back 9, with 8 pars an a blank. In 3rd place was Darragh Prendergast playing off 11 with a very steady 39 points, 21 points on the back 9, winning on the back nine. After this weekend the Golfer of the Year looks to be a two horse race, between John McGrath and Paddy O’Leary.

FIXTURES Thu 18 Oct: Thursday Open Gents 18H Singles S/F Fri 19 Oct: Ladies Singles S/F Sat 20 Oct: Open Gents Singles inc SPAR final/Club Ladies Singles S/F Sun 21 Oct: Gent Crosscards, GIG Scramble 3 p.m. Mon 22 Oct: Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES Our Fun Friday Foursomes supporters were not deterred by Storm Callum and the competition went ahead last Friday. Unfortunately conditions deteriorated but nevertheless great fun was had by all. RESULTS 1st: Grace Hayes and Mattie Whelan; 2nd: Miriam Matthews and Michael Gildea. We will be back to the regular time next Friday, Oct. 19th. Assemble at 9.30 am in the foyer, draw at 9.45 am ready to play at 10 am. So if you would like to play 9 h of social golf with coffee and a chat later, you are welcome to join us next Friday, October 19th. BRIDGE The Bridge commences in Dungarvan Golf Club Clubhouse this week on Friday, 19th October from 11 am to 1 pm. No partners required, all are welcome. LADIES CLUB AGM The Annual General Meeting of the LADIES CLUB will be held this Tuesday, 16th October 2018 in the Clubhouse, Knocknagranagh at 8.00 p.m. MEN’S CLUB AGM The Annual General Meeting of the MEN’S CLUB will be held this Wednesday, 17th October 2018 in the Clubhouse, Knocknagranagh at 8.00 p.m. PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners Pat Power and Tom Daly, 2nd Jim Kiersey and Colm Bannon, Last 5 Seamus O’Neill and Mick Fitzgerald. Lucky Table Paddy Boland and M. A. McCarthy. Progressive 45 every Thursday night at 9 pm sharp, all are welcome. YOUNGONES 10th Oct Winner Maria Ryan (22) 18 pts, 2nd Maeve Fitzgearld (26) 15 pts. Next competition

MATCH PLAY All competitions are at the finals stage, players note these competitions must be completed by Friday, 26th October, which is captains and sponsors night. CAPTAINS AND SPONSORS NIGHT Our very popular annual Captains and Sponsors night takes place in the clubhouse on Friday, 26th October, tickets can be got from Anne in the bar or from any committee member. LISMORE LADIES Sunday, 7th and Wednesday, 10th October 18 holes S/Ford Christmas prizes kindly sponsored by Centra, Lismore, our last 18 holes but there was no let up on the pace one bit, the ladies went out in force and taking first place was Mary E. Aherne with a mind boggling 41 pts and 2nd place went to Patricia B. McCarthy with 38 pts on the back 9, great scoring so late in the year. Hopefully the ladies can bring their good form into the Autumn league that started on Sunday, 14th, 12 holes for week one. We have 40 ladies signed up which is a great number for Autumn golf. Best of luck to all and try to get out at least once as you never know when your score will count. With the 18 holes finished we now have our Golfer of the Year -

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies competition kindly sponsored by Wholesale Electrical. L-R Mai O'Brien accepting 2nd prize for Tish Baumann; Celia Power, 1st; Fidelma Horsom, sponsor; Cathie Whelan, Gross; Maria Kiersey accepting 4th prize for Hilary Browne and Colette Power, Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Three Person team kindly sponsored by Magpie Art. Front Row L-R: Niamh Reynolds and Betty O'Brien wineers; Kate McNamara, sponsor; Mai O'Brien, Winner. Back Row L-R: Ann Stack accepting 2nd prize for Rachel Kiely; Celia Power and Michelle Mernin, runners-up; Anne Hennebry accepting 3rd prize for Imelda Buckley and Colette Power, Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley] Wed., Oct 17th front 9 at 12.30 pm. SIXTY.COM Next competition 17th October. Draw for partners 1.45 pm tee-off 2 p.m. Results 10th: Winner Shay O’Connor (27) 20, Best Male Matt Whelan (27) 19. New members are always welcome PRO SHOP NEWS David’s End of Season Sale continues with many bargains to be

had. As always you can follow David’s special offers on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. JUNIOR NEWS Unfortunately, last Saturday’s Junior coaching was rained off but Junior coaching continues for the month of October at 3 pm every Saturday under the eagle eye of Club Professional David Hayes. All are welcome to attend with equipment provided.

Our next events take place during Hallowe’en as we host the RSM Singles kindly sponsored as always by Mr. Pat Norris. We are also hosting the popular Adult-Junior Foursomes kindly sponsored by Mr. Paul Breen. Any enquiries relating to our Junior activities can be directed to Club Professional, David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

Albert Corcoran Memorial Cup at Lismore Golf Club. Pictured are Liam Power, winner; Paddy O’Leary, accepting prize on behalf of Paul Kenneally, 2nd, and Peter Whelan, 3rd, who received their prizes from Jamie Corcoran and Brian Corcoran. Included are Sheila Denn, President Lismore Golf Club and Nicholas Walsh, Captain. [Dan McGrath]

Fiona Howard, who I'm told has never won the award, so very well done Fiona an amazing achievement off 5. The best golf did indeed win over the year. Runner-up was Patricia Bolger McCarthy. The winner of the silver medal was Marie Condon, bronze medal Catherine Neville and the silver spoon was Brid Henry, well done to all the winners.

We just have the foursomes to finish and then we will have all our club competitions finished for the year. There will be a presentation of prizes on Wednesday, 24th October at 8.30 pm and the Captain's dinner on Friday, 26th October, tickets €20 per person. (Please note change of price) The ladies would like to wish

Mag Morrissey a speedy recovery after her recent mishap. FIXTURES Autumn league - starts Sunday, 14th Oct. - sponsor - Ballyrafter Service Station - 12 holes S/Ford re-entry allowed Sunday, 21st to Saturday, 27th 12 Holes S/Ford - re-entry allowed Seniors Thursdays at 10.30 am.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Club members excel at Munich Marathon West Waterford Club members who took part in last Sunday's Munich marathon l-r: Michelle Cunningham, Peter Cunningham, Stephen O'Reilly, Tom Hogan, Brian Ormonde, Noel Hogan and Alan Hogan.

THE Munich marathon and half marathon and 10k events were held last Sunday and West Waterford AC were more than well represented with some of the club’s best marathon runners making the trip. The temperatures were very hot for the time of year which proved to be difficult marathon running conditions for many. Andreas Stradbner, Germany in 2.27 with the over winner while also from Germany Susanna Schreindl 3.49 took the ladies victory. In the half marathon where there were 6,7700 participants the race winner was Salvatore Gambino of Italy in 69 minutes and the ladies winner was Sophie Hardy of Germany in 76 minutes which saw her finish 10th overall in the race. First home from a West Waterford point of view was

Alan Hogan with a really good run of 3.09 from three athletes who all finished at 3.15 Tom Longan, Garret Byrne and Trevor Mason. Our first lady home was Ann Dunford in 3.39 with Claire Kennedy next 3.48 and Karen Ryan with a time of 3.58 was next home or our ladies. Well done also to our half marathon runners on the day who were led home by Michael Dunford 1.27 just in behind Michael was Pat Fitzgerald 1.28 and Darren Mason ran 1.58. Also running on the day from the club over the 10k distance were Noel Hogan 50.35, Fiona Ormond 52.50, Nuala Hogan 55.40, Caroline Russell 59.32. Very well done to all who travelled and all had a great weekend in Germany.

WEST WATERFORD RESULTS MUNICH MARATHON 2018 West Waterford AC ladies to the fore at Munich marathon last Sunday l-r: Fiona Ormonde, Claire Kennedy Sharon Higgins, Sandra Moore, Nuala Hogan and Caroline Russell.

Andy and Kate complete the Limone Skyrace in Italy REGARDED as one of the best on a world scale and defiantly one of the toughest, The Limone Skyrace took place last Saturday in Italy and our club was represented by Andy Fleet and Kate Meskell. The race distance was over 29k with a massive vertical climbing of 2,500 metres to the highest point at 1,265 metres. The course is regarded as a very technically demanding one also. The start and finish are lakeside. A two-kilometre stretch passes through the old town of Limone and ascends through olive groves. From here, the course climbs up a rocky limestone path, zig-zagging its way up the Passo Rocchetta, to Cima Mughera and, touching on the final stretch of the Vertical, the descent back down to the lake begins. The race on Saturday saw just under 1,000 runners face the starters gun representing 37 different countries. After 5 hours and 36 minutes and 37 seconds Andy crossed the finish line in what he described as one if not the toughest race he ever ran and one not for the faint hearted with those incredibly hard climbs and insane downhill running. Kate put in a brilliant effort also to come home in a time of 7 hours 16 minutes and 24 seconds to also complete the event tired but well pleased. Congratulations to both Andy and Kate. Andy and Kate are regular runners on the hills around this area with the Waterford Trail Runners and if you fancy a trip up the Comeraghs any weekend find this group on Facebook for further information.

jury occurs. If our overall movement improves then we reduce the injury risk. What is not to like about that? If you are in recovery from a marathon this is ideal and you can start your next training cycle stronger and more resilient. If you plan on running the Winter League on Wednesdays and want the legs to be fresh for that then S&C on a Tuesday fits the bill. If you would prefer to run that option will also be available and athletes can warm-up with the S&C group and then head off to the track to complete their session. It will start at the earlier time of 6.15 pm as that is the only time slot available to us. We will meet at Abbeyside School for the duration of the classes. For further information contact Irene on (086) 8242348.

Sandra Moore 4.08 Sharon Higgins 4.16 Brian Ormond 4.27 HALF MARATHON Michael Dunford 1.27 Pat Fitzgerald 1.28 Darren Mason 1.58 10k Noel Hogan 50.35 Fiona Ormond 52.50 Nuala Hogan 55.40 Caroline Russell 59.32

25th Annual Forde’s Daybreak Winter League - Once-off Winter League payment Charles Lawn was a welcome visitor at the Garvey's Supervalu Autumn league at St. Augustine's College.

New for Autumn/Winter FROM Tuesday, November 6th all club members will have the option of joining a run specific Strength & Conditioning class. The aim of this class will be to put in more than it takes out so you will not have tired, sore legs running the Winter League on Wednesday nights. The classes will cover mobility, activations, prehab, plyometrics and strength exercises. Why do S&C?? As runner we like to run and we don’t like being injured. Unless you are incredibly lucky you will be injured at some point in your running career. The more miles that we run the more the same muscles are called upon to do the work. They will do this up to a point and then fatigue sets in. When this happens the body looks for other muscles to do the work and between overload and dysfunction in-

Alan Hogan 3.09 Tom Longan 3.15 Garret Byrne 3.15 Trevor Mason 3.15 Gerry Cantwell 3.31 Peter Cunningham 3.35 Ann Dunford 3.39 Stephen O'Reilly 3.49 Tom Hogan 3.51 Claire Kennedy 3.48 Karen Ryan 3.58 David Regan 3.59 Michelle Hynes 4.06

ONCE again this year we will have the same system of league payment which is optional whereby you could make a once-off payment for the entire league. This went down extremely well with over half of the league runners using this system of payment in the past and in doing so saved themselves time and money. For club members you can pay €30 (this includes the €5 once-off number payment) and for non members you can pay a once-off payment of €40 which also includes the €5 number payment

charge. The league will run for seven nights before Christmas finishing on December 19th. We will resume action on Wednesday, January 2nd and continue until February 6th. The various division positions are made during the Christmas break and will be displayed weekly on our return night in January. Remember rule number one, no bib no run! Rule number 2, no watches. Rule number 3 no head phones or any music devices. Final rule obey stewards at all times. We urge all those who came

along to the Friary to the recent leagues held there to consider keeping up their fitness over the winter months, don’t undo the great start you have made to being a healthier you, after making such great strides at the leagues why not continue by taking part in the winter league, so come along and bring a friend, you’ll be glad you did. ONLINE ENTRY NOW OPEN FOR WINTER LEAGUE ON LINK BELOW https://endurancecui.active.com/ e v e n t - r e g / s e l e c t race?e=57121354

25th Annual Murray’s Pharmacy Brickey 4 Margaret Whelan pictured at last weeks Garvey's Supervalu Autumn league at St. Augustine's College.

Sympathy WEST Waterford Athletic Club extends sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Anne Colbert, Eaton Terrace, Tivoli Road, Tramore who passed to her eternal reward recently. May she rest in peace.

IN AID OF BRICKEY JUVENILE GIRLS FOOTBALL AND CAMOGIE GAA CLUB BUSHY Park GAA grounds is the venue for the 25th Annual Brickey Run. Again this year we are delighted to announce that Murray's Pharmacy Dungarvan are to continue on with their sponsorship of the race. We sincerely thank Elizabeth and all at Murray’s Pharmacy for this kind gesture. The proceeds from this year's race will be donated to The Brickey Juvenile Girls Football and

Camogie GAA club. The race distance will be over a very flat fast 5k loop around the Brickey valley starting and finishing at Bushy Park GAA grounds. The race will get underway at 11 am on Sunday, 4th December with registration taking place from 10.15 onwards in the GAA clubhouse Bushy Park. The Martin Curran Cup will be awarded to the first man on the day

and the Jim Lyons Memorial Shield will be awarded to the first lady. The prize-giving will take place in the clubhouse immediately after the race and refreshments will also be provided for all the runners. ENTER ONLINE NOW FOR MURRAYS PHARMACY BRICKEY 5K https://endurancecui.active.com/ e v e n t - r e g / s e l e c t race?e=57233454

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

County Masters Cross Country Championships

Clean sweep in team honours for West Waterford AC West Waterford AC men's who had a clean team sweep at this year’s team at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday, back l-r: Mossie Keogh, Ray Hahesy, David Towey, Daryl Kerns, Martin Tobin and Marc Flavin. Front row l-r: Yev Chizhikov, James Whelan and David McNally.

DARYL KERNS WINS MENS LIZ NYHAN TAKES LADIES TITLE THE county masters cross country championships for 2018 were held last Sunday at St. Augustine's College. The race was preceded by the juvenile B championships. The morning was beautiful for the final race in this year's county championships and a good turn-out of athletes with some excellent racing. In the men's race over 6,000 metres there was one of the best finishes witnessed for many years West Waterford AC Darly Kerns and Marc Flavin had a ding dong shoulder to shoulder battle which went down to a sprint finish over the final 200 metres with Darly just

holding off Marc by a few feet to claim gold to add to his silver medal won the previous week in the novice championships. Marc put in a few efforts to break clear of Daryl at various points of the race and can be well pleased with his bronze medal on this occasion with only a whisper between the two athletes. James Whelan was not too far off the pace either and is one of the club’s most improved athletes this year, he took a deserved bronze individual and the named three were the first team taking gold for their effort. Paschal Halley, Waterford AC won the men's over 45 with Ray Hahesy, West Waterford AC taking gold over 50 with silver going to Martin Tobin and David McNally claimed bronze here. The silver team award went to West Waterford with Mossie

Keogh, Ray Hahesy and Yev Chizhikova scoring and to round off the team medals West Waterford team C took bronze with David Towey, Martin Tobin and David McNally scoring. The ladies race was held over 4,000 metres. In the ladies race it was gold, silver and bronze for West Waterford AC with Liz Nyhan a gun to tape winner taking gold in her first masters county championships race from team mate. Just like in last week’s novice Nicola Moroney settled for silver again this week, great to see Nicola back running so well over the country as she has done in the past. Diana took the bronze and like our 4th place athlete Onra Power will always run for the club when called upon. The above four were the ladies winniong team also. Well done to all club members who participated.

WATERFORD COUNTY MASTERS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS LADIES 1st Liz Nyhan West Waterford Athletic Club 2nd Nicola Moroney West Waterford athletic club

West Waterford AC Ladies team who took team gold at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday. l-r: Diana Chizhikova, Onra Power, Nicola Moroney and Liz Nyhan.

3rd Diana Chizhikova West Waterford athletic club 4th Onra Power West Waterford athletic club

TEAM WEST WATERFORD AC MENS 1st Darly Kerns West Waterford athletic club 2nd Marc Flavin West Waterford athletic club 3rd James Whelan West Waterford athletic club 4th Mossie Keogh West Waterford athletic club 5th Pascal Halley Waterford athletic club 6th Tom Enright Waterford athletic club

7th Ray Hahesy West Waterford athletic club 8th Yev Chizhikova West Waterford athletic club 9th David Towey West Waterford athletic club 10th Martin Tobin West Waterford athletic club 11th David McNally West Waterford athletic club

TEAM 1st West Waterford AC A 2nd West Waterford AC B

3rd West Waterford AC C

ENTRIES OPEN ON NOVEMBER 1st

28th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 Ladies gold medal winner Liz Nyhan at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday.

David McNally in full flight at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday.

Onra Power who took gold ladies over 50 at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday.

Martin Tobin on his final lap at the Waterford County Masters cross Great battle all the way to the finish line between Darly Kearns and Marc country championships held at St. Flavin at the Waterford County Masters cross country championships Augustine's College last Sunday. held at St. Augustine's College last Sunday.

AS and from November 1st entries will open for the 28th Annual John Treacy Dungarvan 10 which will be held on Sunday, February 3rd 2019, with a start time of 1.30 pm. West Waterford Athletic Club has announced details of the event which has established itself as a must run race on the Irish road running calendar with participants from all four corners of the country and beyond participating. The race has grown year on year and is a pre-entry race which will close when 3,000 entries is reached. (Please note this race was full in a very short time last year). West Waterford Athletic Club is delighted with the support it receives from its sponsors for this event, we are fortunate to have the support of AIB Bank, Garveys SuperValu, Tipperary Water, Flahavan's, Munster Signs & Print, Déise Design, along with many other local businesses and individ-

uals who are all giving valuable support helping to make the day a great occasion for the town of Dungarvan. The race also incorporates the popular John Treacy Club Challenge Cup for men's and ladies’ teams which has proved to be hugely competitive. We will again be calling on all the athletic clubs of Ireland to take on the challenge in 2019. The John Treacy Dungarvan 10 brings together the ideal race combination of fun runners, joggers, club athletes and top class internationals who compete over a fast flat 10 mile course around the historic town of Dungarvan, we look forward to welcoming you to our town on February 3rd, 2019. Don't be disappointed as many were last year, get your entry in as soon as entries open November 1st. All race details can be found at www.dungarvan10mile.org

TRAINING FOR YOUR FIRST JOHN TREACY DUNGARVAN 10? Running but have no structure to your training? Our Run to Improve groups fill this need. They are aimed at athletes who can run but would like to take their running to the next level. Whether that is stepping up to the 10 mile distance, getting more comfortable over shorter distances or just putting some structure into your training. We train on a Tuesday evening from 6.30-7.30 pm and meet at Eurospar, Abbeyside. The session consists of a warmup, run session with a group and a cool down. As part of this group you will have access to a training plan for either 5k or 10 miles as well as support from your peers and our fully qualified running coaches. Give it a try......nothing to lose and everything to gain.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Ballinroad FC UNDER 13C Ballinroad .............................… 4; Carrick ...................................… 0. Ballinroad .............................… 4; Tramore .................................… 3. Two great wins for Ballinroad over the last week with effort in training really paying off. We continue our winning run remaining unbeaten this season so far. Best of luck to the team on Saturday away to Mooncoin. Well done you all wore the jersey with pride. Special thanks to all the parents for their support. U-15B Ballinroad .............................… 2; Dungarvan Utd .....................… 1. The U-15 team maintained their unbeaten start to the season following a hard fought 2-1 win over local rivals Dungarvan Utd on Thursday last. Games between these two sides in recent years have been very tight and this one was no different. It was Dungarvan who started on the front foot and we had to defend early on. However on our first attack the ball was knocked out wide to Trevor Kenneally who put in a great cross which found Rory Tyrell unmarked at the far post and he scrambled home the opening goal. We had slightly the better of the exchanges after that and went close to extending the lead on a few occasions. Seanie Callaghan saw a goal bound effort cleared off the line and Trevor Keneally struck the upright with a fierce drive from distance. At 1-0 the game was never safe and Dungarvan Utd went close also on a few occasions including one corner which hit the top of the bar. In the second half, a Seanie Callaghan struck a free kick off the post. There was nothing much between the sides but Mark McCarthy looked to have made the game safe when he hammered home from close range. Late pressure from the home side resulted in a few free kicks, one of which was brilliantly finished to the bottom corner and really brought Dungarvan back into the game. We survived a few more late scares to make it four wins from

Ballinroad who defeated Villa B 4-0 in the Munster Junior Cup on Sunday morning last.

Recently installed Defibrillator at St. Laurences Hall, Ballinroad. four. Again this was a big squad effort but special mention to Ed Spratt who is growing in confidence in goal with each game, our back four, particularly Michael Casey who had a fine game at left full, Seanie who caused no end of problems up front and our two wide men Rory and Trevor who were involved in both of our goals. Squad: Ed Spratt, Rian Cosgrave, Eoin Kiely, Michael Casey, Trevor Kenneally, Gavin Christopher, Kevin Collins, Rory Tyrell, Leon Cummins, Seanie Callaghan, Mark McCarthy, Oisin Brazil, Jack Kiely, Charlie Treen, Aidan Higgins, Michael Knightly, Fergie Slevin. YOUTHS B Portlaw ..................................… 2; Ballinroad ..............................… 1. After last weeks good win down at Tramore Rangers we were away again this week to Portlaw. Unfortunately, we were again struggling with numbers and headed down to the Paddocks with only 12 players. We were very good in the first half and had most of the play and the ball but against the run of play we went behind from a very soft free kick that wasn’t cleared and they took the lead. This was very disappointing as we found ourselves one down but playing the better of the two teams. The second half started and we pushed on looking for a equaliser, we had a few attempts on goal and

the breakthrough came after 60 minutes when Senan scored from a tight angle to make it one all. We now pushed on looking for a winner but it was Portlaw who scored from a corner to put them back in the lead with 15 minutes left. Then there was a bit of a argument then between the players and one from each team was sent off. We pushed and pushed for a second equaliser but it wasn’t coming and Portlaw’s defence stood tall. Then with two minutes left, Portlaw’s centre back was sent off as well for striking out at Liam. They were down to nine and we just ran out of time trying to get it level. It was a disappointing afternoon as I felt we at least deserved a draw if not all three points. Now after 5 games in 5 weeks we have a break and no game next Sunday. Ballinroad: Ben Veale, Tony Dwyer, Senan Travers (capt), Joe Kuhne, Frankie De Paor Kavanagh, James Hahesy, Daire Slevin, Liam Fennell, Tadhg Collins, Ben O’Donovan, Darragh Pender. CLUB LOTTO There was no jackpot winner in Sunday night’s lotto with the numbers drawn 2, 9, 17 & 23. The jackpot now stands at €5,300 with the next draw being held on Sunday, October 28th. Two winners of €50 were Breda Dunne and Peggy Walsh.

Mick Dunford along with a number of his grandchildren and members of the Ballinroad FC Committee at the recently installed Defibrillator at St. Laurence’s Hall, Ballinroad. The Dunford family made a generous donation towards the installation of the defibrillator in memory of the late John Dunford (Lacken).

Defibrillator installed at St. Laurence’s Hall, Ballinroad AN AED Defibrillator was installed on the front wall of St. Laurences Hall, Ballinroad recently. The location of the equipment allows for access from people using the hall, preschool and over 200 members of the soccer club as well as members of the local community and neighbouring sporting clubs. It must be noted that it lies in close proxim-

ity to the Clonea Road Greenway carpark also. This piece of equipment is something all at Ballinroad FC have wanted to have available for use for some time now, and all at the Club are extremely grateful to the members of the Dunford family who stepped forward with a generous donation towards the cost in mem-

ory of the late John Dunford, Lacken. Thanks must also go to Tricia at Ballinroad Preschool who has also made a donation towards the provision of training for the defibillator. Whilst we hope it is never needed to be used, we are delighted to have it available for access should it be needed.

Stradbally FC RESULTS Munster Junior Cup (1st Round): Seaview Celtic 1; Stradbally 3. Under 12 Schoolboys League: Stradbally 5; Kilmacow 0. JUNIOR Another Copper Coast El Clasico, this time in the Munster Junior Cup (1st Round). Kevin Lawlor opened the scoring from the penalty spot, before Seaview equalised following a long range free kick. Before the break, Daniel Weldon regained the initiative for the locals, following a fine solo run on the left wing. The win was confirmed with a Stephen Lawlor low shot to the corner of the net, following intricate passing play between Paddy Kiely, Kevin Lawlor and Damien Sheehan. Onwards then to Round Two, where Dungarvan United are the opponents. Team: Pa Collins, Nicky Drohan, Nicky Connors, Alan D'arcy, Damien Sheehan, Brian Fitzgerald, Paddy Kiely, Ricky Power, Stephen Lawlor, Daniel Weldon, Kevin Lawlor. Sub Damien Kiely.

SCHOOLBOYS Our Under 12s garnered three more points, in a game played in very wet and miserable conditions. Despite incessant

bombardment by the locals, the Kilmacow keeper kept them at bay with a series of fine saves, until he was finally breached just before the break, ironically by an own goal. The second half was much the same as the first until Reece Donnelly found Shane Weldon and he tucked the ball past the Kilmacow keeper to go two up. Further goals from Liam Kilbride (2) and Reece Donnelly made sure of the result. Thanks to all the parents who braved the elements to support the kids. Team: Sean Kelly, Shane Weldon, Eoin Murphy, Fionn Norris, Jack Crotty, Darragh Gough, Joe Campbell, Liam Kilbride, Reece Donnelly, Darragh Walsh, Josh Wall, Peter Davis, Conor Coleman, Eimhin Ronayne, Jake Kiely, Barry Cunningham.

ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS We're back!! Yes indeed, our Academy and Little Dribblers sessions return to action on Saturday (October 20th). Please Note: Registration of children begins at 10 a.m. This will consist of collating of childrens names and ages, as well as their parent/ guardians names, addresses and contact phone numbers. Little Dribblers (3 to 5 year old) runs from 10.30 to 11.15. Parents/ Guardian of each

child MUST remain for the duration of the session. Academy (6 to 10 year old) runs from 10.30 to 11.30. As Saturday is our first outing of this season, we would ask people to arrive in good time, park carefully and co-operate with the Group Organisers. Looking forward to seeing you there. LOTTO No jackpot winners in the Club Lotto on Sunday night. Numbers drawn 4, 8, 13, 23. €25 winners: Paddy Flynn, Kevin Roche, Mike Fennell. Promoter’s Prize: Francis Sheehan. Next draw takes place in O'Mahony’s, Durrow on Sunday, October 28th, and the Jackpot prize on offer will be €2,400. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto Draw. LAST MAN STANDING After the International break, EPL action returns this weekend for our 82 Remainers. Check out 'Stradbally AFC' on Facebook for the fixtures, a full list of the Remainers and their predictions for Week 6. The winner will receive €500. We would like to thank Dermot O'Brien of Sallyfort Mini Farm who kindly sponsor our Last Man Standing competition.

NATIONS LEAGUE At least the 0-0 draw with the Danes stopped the leaking of goals in the two previous competitive fixtures. After that, there seemed to be a sense of square pegs in round holes, with strange systems and selections. One fervently hopes it will have all come right for the Welsh game. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM At the recent Committee meeting it was decided that the Irish Wheelchair Association would be the beneficiary of the proceeds from the 2018 Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove. TIDY TOWNS Somewhat belated, congratulations to Stradbally Tidy Towns on their magnificent showing in this years competition. Again!!. Within 2% of the overall winners Listowel is a fine achievement. Comhghairdeas arís. CLUB NIGHT OUT The club is hoping to hold a Night Out near to Christmas at Waterford Greyhound Stadium. If you are interested in going, talk to Alan D'arcy. FAI NATIONAL DRAW FAI National Draw tickets are now avail-

able. €10 each, all proceeds going to our Club. For tickets, talk to club secretary Damien Sheehan at 087 9126 998. MNF Monday Night Football continues each week at 8.30 p.m. Fun football for Over 18s, non-league players, male or female. See you there.. ASTROTURF HIRE Astroturf Pitch is available to hire. A game of 5-a-side with your friends, is an ideal way to keep fit during the winter. For booking details contact Alan D'arcy at 087 698 7387. ON-LINE CLUB SHOP Our on-line club shop is now open for business. For a myriad of playing and leisure gear, go to www.oneills.com Ideal birthday presents FIXTURES Saturday, October 20th Under 13 Schoolboys League: Waterford Crystal v Stradbally 12.30 p.m. Sunday, October 21st Waterford Junior League Div. One: Stradbally v Abbeyside 11 a.m. Waterford Junior League Div. Three: Red Star v Stradbally 11 a.m.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 October, 2018

Dungarvan United FC U-18 FAI CUP FIRST ROUND Dungarvan ............................… 3; Evergreen ..............................… 2. In a tough opening round, Dungarvan started strongly by dominating possession and creating some great chances. We knew the opposition would try and play out from the back so we pressed high and it worked very well. We finally took the lead when U16 Kian Carey popped up to put us 1-0 after some great play. We were up 1-0 at half time but very unlucky not to be up more. We knew Evergreen were still in this tie and next goal was vital. We started the second half at a great tempo and it was captain Toby Taylor who put us 2-0 up early into the second half after Alan Dunwoody’s effort was saved. We made a few changes and everyone adapted very well. We were still on top but Evergreen came back and got a quick counter after us pushing for a third. 2-1. It didn't take the Blues long to get another when Cameron Maguire put DJ Melia through on goal who calmly put the ball over the keepers head and into the net. In stoppage time we gave away a foul and Evergreen stuck it into the bottom corner with a lovely strike. The game ended 3-2 and we now move into the next round. Well done to the team, Craig, Derek and all involved. Thanks to all who travelled your support Is greatly appreciated. U-18 FAI CUP Second round waiting on draw and date.

U-18/U-17 UPDATE MUNSTER YOUTH CUP 3rd round Vs Piltown away on or before weekending 9th December. If we win were in an open draw, last 16. U-17 FAI CUP 2nd round Home vs Evergreen on or before weekending the 28th of October. If we win were in an open draw, last 32. FUNDRAISING APPEAL To all the people of Dungarvan, we are looking for your support again to help run the underage side of the club by holding a Christmas raffle. Tickets are on sale now and will be available from our underage players, coaches and all committee members. Raffle prizes: 1st prize: €500 Dunnes Stores Shopping Voucher; 2nd prize: Two match tickets for Man. Utd. v Liverpool in Old Trafford; 3rd prize: Night for two in Walter Raleigh Hotel; 4th prize: Two bottles of wine; 5th prize: Two tickets for Irish Match in Aviva Stadium. Draw will take place on Saturday, 15th December, 2018. Tickets €5 each, three for €10. NOTICE TO SUPPORTERS OF OUR CLUB A number of regular supporters of Dungarvan Utd. AFC have brought to our attention that they have recently ACCIDENTALLY supported another club in the area buying lotto tickets from them etc., thinking they were for the benefit of Dungarvan Utd. This other club is entitled to sell tickets for their club but it is not clear that they are a different club to ourselves and we ask our friends and supporters to be

clear when it is Dungarvan Utd. they are supporting. It is very clear when our footballing neighbours in Abbeyside and Ballinroad are collecting, who they are representing but we ask our supporters to ensure it is Dungarvan Utd. they are supporting. Dungarvan Utd. this season has many teams that need your support including: 2 x U-7s, 2 x U-8s, 2 x U-9s, 2 x U-10s, 2 x U-11s, 2 x U-12s, 2 x U13s, 1x U-14, 2 x U-15s, 1 x U-16, 1 x U-17, 1 x U-18, Ladies, Over 35s, 3rd Div, 2nd Div., and Premier. FIXTURES Saturday, 20th October, 2018 WSFL Under 11 Red 10:30 Dungarvan United A v Villa A WSFL Under 11 Blue 13:30 Bohemians C v Dungarvan United B WSFL Under 13B 12:30 Seaview Celtic v Dungarvan United A WSFL Under 13D 12:30 Dungarvan United B v Park Rangers B WSFL Under 15B 14:30 Dungarvan United B v Piltown A WSFL Under 15B 14:30 Ballyduff v Dungarvan United A FAI Junior Cup 19:00 Dungarvan United v Ferrybank. LOTTO JACKPOT €7,200 Numbers last week: 15, 39, 41. No jackpot winner. €50 winner Nuala Kenneally; €25 each: James Drohan and Judy Connors. Jackpot €7,200 next week. Thanks as always to those who support our lotto. Tickets available in Hallahan’s Pharmacy, Tudor Bar, Paddy Foley’s and Crotty’s Abbeyside.

West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboys League Results Saturday, 13th October, 2018 Fermoy Nissan Under 13 League: Lismore A.F.C. 8; Kilworth Celtic 3 Valley Rangers 2; Ballybridge United 1

Mogeely F.C. 1; Cappoquin Railway F.C. 8 Saturday, 6th October, 2018 Lismore A.F.C. 7; Ardmore A.F.C. 2

Abbeyside FC HISSY HITS HAT-TRICK ABBEYSIDE ADVANCE IN MUNSTER CUP Valley Rangers ………………... 1; Abbeyside ……………………... 7. OUR men’s side made the journey up to Valley Rangers last Sunday lunch time in the first round of the Munster Cup. After a difficult start to the league campaign the lads were in search of a good performance and the win and win it they did. The team started very brightly using the full width of the pitch and spreading the play when possible. The Villagers found themselves 20 up in the opening 15 minutes after Rian Winfield and Sean Hyslop found the back of the net after some brilliant play through the middle by Mulhearne who looked fresh after missing the last game through injury. The backline had very little to do but when the home side did find a way in they were quick to defend their keeper Byrne in goal who was called into action only a handful of times but was always cautious and keeping his defence in check at all times not letting them slack off. Abbeyside made it 3-0 before the break after a corner was headed home by a defender and a clear og. Half-time 3-0. Second half and Abbeyside started where they left off straight into the game and made it 4-0 within five minutes of the restart. Again it was Sean ‘Hissy’ Hyslop with the goal after he was slipped through and chipped the ball past an outrushing keeper. Abbeyside’s hard pre-season fitness training with Mark McConnell was showing as the lads took total control of the game and only for a soft goal after a free kick was awarded and headed home from inside the box, Abbeyside played the perfect game. On the 70 minutes mark they started to empty the bench and bring on some fresh legs which

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SMOKING BAN We are now a few weeks into our smoking ban and the support has been fantastic. HOWEVER THERE SEEMS TO BE A FEW SUPPORTERS WHO ARE STILL SMOKING ON CLUB GROUNDS. THE CLUB ASK ALL SUPPORTERS AND CLUB MEMBERS TO PLEASE RESPECT THE SAFETY OF OUR PLAYERS AND CHILDREN AND SMOKE OUTSIDE THE CLUB GROUNDS. WE HAVE EASED OUR WAY INTO THIS BUT NOW WE WILL HAVE TO REMOVE REPEAT OFFENDERS AND BAN FROM CLUB IF FOUND TO BE IN BREACH OF CLUB RULES. AGAIN ABBEYSIDE A.F.C THANKS YOU ALL FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT ON THIS SMOKING BAN. added to the Valley Rangers problems in defence. With Tobin and Hissy causing all sorts of problems up top and Mulhearne, Power, O’Gorman and Burke all playing brilliant stuff the home side soon found themselves in big trouble. Power made it five from a corner after he got in front of his man and vollied the ball home from close range. Mulheanre rounded off his game with a splendid goal from distance beating the keeper into the botton corner 6-1. But it was Hissy’s day after Abbeyside were awarded a penalty he stepped up to complete his hattrick only to be stopped by the keeper but he didn’t leave that get into his head and he was back five minutes later after skipping past two defenders, played a lovely 1-2 with Tobin and slipped the ball under the keeper to finish a great game off and Abbeyside ran out 71 winners. TRAINING 1st and 3rd division training is out in Ballinroad astro with a 9 p.m. start. All players asked to be there. Fitness training in Mark McConnells Dungarvan based Gym at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Youths C training in Ballinroad astro Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. Youths B and u-16 training Tuesday 6:30 at the pitch. All players asked to make an effort for training.

CLUB REGISTRATION With the new season well under way all players are reminded that any outstanding membership owed must be paid in full to the club before a player is available for selection. If any player has any questions on the matter they are advised to speak with there manager. Thank you. FIXTURES 3rd Division, Saturday, 20th October: Johnville Vs Abbeyside K.O 7:00 p.m. 1st Division Sunday, 21st October: Stradbally Vs Abbeyside K.O 11.00 p.m. Youths C: Ferrybank Vs Abbeyside K.O 2:00 p.m. ACADEMY INDOORS Abbeyside FC soccer academy now on Fridays at 4 p.m. in the Sports Centre. Registrations for membership is now closed. APPEAL FOR VOLUNTEERS We are appealing to present club players, ex-players or parents in the club and from the general public for help with club development, administration, and also team managers/coaches due to the increasing the number of playing members and teams. Teams 2018/19 Junior Division 1, Div. 3, Over 35 Youth’s B, C, Schoolboys Under 12, 14, 16. That’s 10 teams plus our Academy for children from 5 to 9 years.

Dungarvan Celtic AFC MUNSTER CUP DEBUT ENDS IN DEFEAT St. Saviours ..........................….............. 4; Dungarvan Celtic .........………............... 0. What a game to have witnessed. We were presented with a lovely plaque from the home team before the game commemorating the occasion. A fantastic display of sportsmanship which shows the camaraderie within the junior league and highlights the fabulous work St. Saviours put into the club. Many thanks. The match started and we were soon under pressure from a team that were a premier side last season and early favourites to be promoted. We rose to the occasion and for the first 30 minutes it was difficult to see who was in the higher league with Aaron in goal marshalling a solid back four of Dale, Tyrone, Deane and Mikey. Mark and Ben were working their socks off on the wings with Jack and Chris battling away in midfield. A speculative shot from Dale brought about a fantastic save from the home keeper and Darragh played in by Jason dis-covered finally he had a left leg and brought about an unbelievable save from their keeper. At the same time we were also kept under pressure and unfortunately conceded from a corner. The moment got to us and we lost focus for ten minutes and you

just can't against a quality team like St. Saviours and unfortunately we found ourselves three down at half-time. Aaron came off with a slight strain and Shane went in goal and was soon making a case for starting next game in goal with some fine saves. Brendan then came on and shone in centre back. We were looking very dangerous and the home team were finding Darragh and Jason a handful up front. We were caught on the break and now four down. Tryone Duggan came on for Mikey and Jamie into midfield and for the rest of the game it was only the home side's keeper who stopped us getting a consolation goal. A great occasion by two super teams on the day and many thanks for the hospitality of St Saviours. Next game this Friday away to St. Joseph's in the Junior Cup. Kilmacow ..............................….............. 3; Dungarvan Celtic ................…............... 0. Sunday last we travelled to the Farm Sports Complex in Kilmacow to take on a third division side in the league who now sit at the top of the table. To say it was a game full of drama would be certainly not enough to highlight what this game produced. No more than 50 seconds into the game a slight error on the right hand side for Celts led to a one on one opportunity that was

taken well by the Kilmacow striker giving Fitzgerald no chance. 1-0 Kilmacow not a minute on the clock. The Celts came into the game in the opening minutes only for another concern for the Celts came roughly 9 minutes in when Josh Jensen and a Kilmacow defender clashed heads and resulting in both players being attended to and from this clash Josh ended up leaving the field of play. The Celts were down to 10 due to no subs as a result of lack of commitment. Shame really the Celts on the day continued and upped the fight like never before seen from the side. With what was thought to be a heavily depleted side we witnessed one of the most heart fought displays seen by the side. Eddie up top alone for much of the first half ran the defence from left to right opening incredible space for players to run into. Dale Cummins and Mark Fitzsimmons had some wonderful passing plays between them and Dale’s free kick came close midway through the first half. The Celts fight was truly something to behold frustrating the management of Kilmacow a number of times in the first half. With ten men at this time since the 9th minute they defended as a unit. One slip came when a penalty was awarded to Kilmacow for a foul deemed to be made by

Fitzgerald in goal when he collided with the Kilmacow striker. Justice may have been done in some eyes when Kilmacow missed the penalty firing wide. Second half saw an amazing opening with a lot of great play from both sides. Kelly and Havens defended very well together a number of times throughout the game and frustrated Kilmacow in build-up play. Stephen Fitzgerald in goal had maybe his best game for the club with four outstanding saves throughout the game to keep the Celts fight and hope alive, most notable a fine one on one stop low to his right. Kilmacow added to the scoreline midway through the second half 2-0. Mark McGuire had a fantastic game on his league return. Until let's say the point of no return. The Celts were down to nine. And every player on the field could be mentioned with their effort and performance on the day was truly something that just had to be seen. In the closing fifteen minutes or so drama unfolded yet again with an off the ball incident occurring when a Kilmacow player seemed to fall awkwardly in the box unfortunately breaking his ankle we have now been informed. With a delay in proceedings while the player was attended too.

The game continued and moments later John Havens left the field for the Celts due to injury. Celts down to eight. Kilmacow added to the scoresheet 3-0. And the fight continued from this fantastic team display on the day. A game all who watched and played a part in will live long in the memory and one of those games that just had to be seen to be believed. Stephen Fitzgerald and Mark Fitzsimmons stood out for the Celts. But every player truly played their part. Jamie Webster, Kieran Dee in midfield had wonderful displays on the ball; Alan Akehurst captained the side for the first time in the league and redeemed himself after an early error with some great defensive displays. What a game it truly was, the positives from this game for the Celts far exceed the scoreline. A side to keep an eye on if that performance can be built on. We're happy to launch our premier Christmas Draw and relaunch our lottery. Our representatives will be out and about and we hope to have the public's continuing support which has been fantastic so far. We're on the verge of announcing a new location in the town and fundraising will be vital in this endeavour. Much thanks to all who have supported our club so far.

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AFTER the storm came the sunshine. The eager beavers in all the groups explored the splendid autumnal countryside of West Waterford. Here's how they cruised..... A cold but sunny start saw nine Group 5 riders head to the last Lismore Farmers’ Market and the last rhubarb and strawberry tart for the year! A badly caught chain was soon fixed before turning at the Welcome Inn and then Deerpark. After the refreshments, one rider headed back with G23km, another two riders turned for home the main road and the rest made their way back via Ballinameela. There they stopped to rescue a Midleton rider who was grateful for both the assistance and the banter; the sun kept them warm while the tyre was fixed and the spin was completed by some singing on the road home. A grand and cheery 63km at 20kph Although our numbers were unavoidably depleted four determined G23 cyclists took to the road on a cool but sunny morning. After a nice climb up the Colligan drag, the pace being controlled by our captain for the day Anne. We turned left for Millstreet and onto Cappoquin and Lismore. Group 5 were having coffee when we arrived at the Farmers’ Market and, of course, we joined them. One group 5 cyclist joined us for a rather brisk spin back to Dungarvan. A lovely morning for a spin and excellent company. 73k at 23 Ave. Nine Group 4 riders set off from Dungarvan on a chilly October morning out the Lismore road turning left at the Welcome Inn and picking up Judith at Kereen. Welcome back to Seamus on the road again after some recess! The evenly numbered group the headed for Villierstown and onto Dromana into Cappoquin and on to Lismore. The sun was breaking through and everyone had warmed up. A regroup at Hornibrook’s Garage after some had tackled the hill through Lismore and a steady pace to the top of the hill at Tallow where there was a sprint for a coffee stop. Queuing for hot drinks the boys needed some assistance to locate the elusive Barry's tea bags!

An experienced DCC clubman, Maurice Fennell. There was lots of chat and banter as usual salutes to passing cyclists on a Pieta House sportif through Tallow. One passing cyclist that stopped to chat was DCC's Maurice Fennell, an experienced clubman who was on his solo travels and happy to share his tips and experience. The group then headed to Camphire (the only road out of Tallow that is NOT a significant climb!) and onto Cappoquin with lots of calls for debris on roads and dodgy surfaces. A fast spin back to Dungarvan from Cappoquin with the head wind for the last few kilometres. A very enjoyable and dry 80Km after the last few stormy wet and windy days. G3 numbers were swelled to 26 this morning due to there being no G2 or Saturday spin this week. An unmanageable number to have on the road it was decided early on to split the group in two. A lovely steady spin to Lismore where a right turn was made for Ballyduff,

the second group making progress on the first. A series of punctures for Patrick halted G1 in their tracks. A regroup at the top of Tallow as numbers depleted back to 18. A nifty spin to Youghal and pushing on at Clashmore for home. A beautiful Autumn morning to be out cycling. 95k at 28.6kph OTHER NEWS If you are a paid up member please join our closed members Facebook page which is regularly updated with items pertaining to members only. The recently appointed new committee will meet on Monday, 5th November at the Park Hotel. Please contact any committee member if you have suggestions for the club going forward. These ideas can be discussed and if practical can be implemented. DCC is your club and we aim to reflect the requirements of the members. Long may the autumn sunshine continue. Enjoy your cycling. Light up.

Irish Defence Forces eight man team which will compete in the Cambrian Patrol 2018 this week in the Brecon Beacons, Wales. Back row L to R: Tony O’Malley, Shane Flood, Dan Kennedy, Josh Morrissey, Mark Sweeney, Kevin Lanigan. Front row L to R: Sean Fleming, Ciaran Shelley, Paddy Heffernan, Blaine Donovan. Fionn the Irish Wolfhound, the unit mascot, a tradition that originated when the 3rd Battalion was formed in 1924.

Two Waterford men participate in Cambrian Patrol 2018 TWO Waterford men, Lt. Shane Flood from Passage and Cpl. Sean Fleming from Clashmore will be part of an Irish Defence Forces eight man team which will compete in what’s considered the toughest Military Exercise World wide from October 18th to 20th in the Brecon Beacons, Wales. The Cambrian Patrol is an annual international Military Patrolling Exercise that makes its participating teams cover a 70 km course in less than 48 hrs on foot while performing numerous types of military scenarios placed throughout the rugged Cambrian Mountains and swamp lands of mid-Wales. Each team member will carry their own backpack weighing in excess of 80 lbs. The Cambrian Patrol was first set up in August 1960 by Welshman Maj. Gen Lewis

Pugh DSO, to feature long distance marching over the Cambrian Mountains from Tonfanau on the west coast of Wales to test British Special Forces Units. Since then, the exercise has been rigorously updated to meet the challenges faced by modern soldiers. Some of the scenarios the teams will face include a 100 metre River Crossing, Medical and Casualty Evacuation, Navigation, Calling in accurate Artillery fire and operating in a Chemical contaminated environment. The 2018 Exercise will attract teams from over 30 international countries with teams as far as Australia, India and Pakistan competing for the Gold, Silver or Bronze Medal. The Irish eight man team who are based in the 3rd Battalion, Kilkenny descend from Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, Tipperary and Limerick.

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Dungarvan Rugby Club 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner DUNGARVAN Rugby Club is proud to celebrate 50 years of Rugby in Dungarvan and West Waterford. To mark this special milestone we are holding a Gala Dinner Dance at the Park Hotel on Friday, 9th November. We encourage all past and present players and supporters of the Club to join us for a night of celebration. Tickets €75 pp. Includes: Prosecco Reception, 4 Course Dinner with Wine, Free Raffle, Auction. Dance the night away with 'Brass & Co.' followed by DJ. Limited tickets available - to book tickets please call Trevor Doherty on 086 243 3054 or Karen Phelan on 085 116 7939.

U181⁄2s MUNSTER LEAGUE Fermoy ...................................... 32; Carrick/Dungarvan ................. 22. Our U181⁄2's travelled to Fermoy on Saturday night for a league match. The scoreline does not reflect the efforts of the team. Fermoy's pack were at least 8 stone heavier, however Dungarvan/Carrick played energetic and creative rugby In wet and windy conditions they eventually came up short at the end of the night. All 18 players available contributed to some quality movement and power in the pack with finesse and athleticism in the Backs Squad on the night were:

Keegan Beurkes, Evan Tynan Geary, Tomás Flavin, Tommy O’Hanlon, Rian Anthony, Luke Power, Matthew O'Toole (Capt.), Tyrone Forester, Ronan Bohane, Jack O’Connell, Conor Mullaney, Ryan O’Donoghue, Aaron O'Sullivan, Jack Boylan, Eoin Bohane (Vice Capt.), James Bourke, Ben Power, Ruairc Hanrahan. UPCOMING FIXTURES Sunday, 21st October U-14’s East Munster League, Waterford City v Dungarvan, Kickoff 11 a.m. Munster Junior League, Dungarvan v Scariff, K/O 2.30 p.m.

Turning the sod for the Clubhouse at Ballyrandle in 1980. Pictured here (from l to r): Pat Harty, Joe Curran, Paddy Cummins, John Byrne, P. J. Kindregan, Conor Curran, Pat Morrissey, Jim Harty, Danny McGrath.

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Causeway Tennis Club Annual Interfirms tournament sponsored by O’Mahony Cycles & Nursery CAUSEWAY Tennis Club held their Annual Interfirms Tournament last week. This was sponsored by Siobhan and Tony O’Mahony (Dungarvan Greenway Bike Hire). Nineteen teams took part in the competition. Grade 3-4 had six teams the final

contested between Scoil Mhuire (Ruaidhri de Paor, Peter Finnegan, Jill Sullivan and Sarah Feeney) and Castleview TC. Other teams in the group were Glanbia, Deise Gold World, An Post and Shandon Clinic. Grade 5 also had six teams, in the final

were David Walsh Office Supplies (Clair, Rachel, Kevin Walsh and Liam Ryan) who beat O’Mahony Cycles in the final. Other teams were Minnies, Lynch’s Greenhouse, CMS Ltd. and Archeografix. There were four teams in Grade 6. This was won by REA Spratt (Martin Carroll, Ian

Causeway Tennis Club Dungarvan Greenway Bike Hire Interfirms Week 2018 sponsored by O'Mahony Cycles. Team winners D Section Hayes & Hayes Accountants Front row L-R: Kelvin Brady, Mary Chelon, Shane Hayes. Back Row Team D Section O'Mahony Cycles runner-up L-R: Owin O'Mahony, Sarah Hennebry, Conor Hennebry, Niamh O'Mahony, Niall Herlihy, President, Causeway Tennis Club. [Pat Crowley]

Causeway Tennis Club. Dungarvan Greenway Bike Hire Inter-firms Week 2018 sponsored by O'Mahony Cycles. Front row team winners Section B. David Walsh Office Supplies. L-R: Liam Ryan, Rachel Walsh, Clare Walsh, Kevin Walsh. Back row Team Dungarvan Greenway Bike Hire. Runner-up. L-R: Jacek Krym, Tournament Director; Javier Nogueira, Michele Durand, David Walsh, Roisin Briggs, Denis O'Donovan, Niall Herlihy, President, Causeway Tennis Club. [Pat Crowley]

Kirwan, Alison Spratt and Margaret Lake who beat Gaeltacht na nDeise in the final. Also competing were Tom Higgins Medics and IFA. The beginners section had three teams and was won by Hayes and Hayes Accountants (Shane Hayes, Kelvin Brady,

Mary Phelan and Grainne Kennedy). Runners-up were O’Mahony Cycles, Geoff Palmers Bowls Club team also competed. A great weeks tennis was had by all. Again, thanks to our sponsors Siobhan and Tony O’Mahony.

Causeway Tennis Club Dungarvan Geeenway Bike Hire Interfirms 2018 sponsored by O'Mahony Cycles. Front row winners C Section team REA Spratt. L-R: Martin Carroll, Alison Spratt, Margaret Lake, Ian Kirwan. Back Row C Section Runner-up Team Gaeltacht Na Deise. L-R: Ger Donovan, Niamh O'Mahony, Liam Moore, Susan Amy Fleming, Therese McDermott, Niall Herlihy, President, Causeway Tennis Club. [Pat Crowley]

Causeway Tennis Club. Dungarvan Greenway Bike Hire Inter-firms Week 2018 sponsored by O'Mahony Cycles. Front row A Section team Scoil Mhuire winners. L-R: Pat Barron, Jillian Sullivan, Siobhan O'Mahony, sponsor; Sara Feeney, Ruaidhre de Paor. Back row runners-up Team Castle View. L-R: Jacek Krym, Tournament Director; Brenden Gleeson, [Pat Crowley] Ann Marie Moroney, Declan Connolly, Mary Wall, Niall Herlihy, President, Causeway Tennis Club.

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Talking Horses Native Lass wins Handicap Chase at Tipperary NATIVE Lass gave Kanturk trainer Mick Winters his first winner since early June when landing the 2m1f handicap chase at Tipperary on Monday. Owned by Mark Walsh, the eight-year-old was ridden by Brian Hayes and battled well to see off Fairymount Boy by three quarters of a length at odds of 7/2.

Brazos wins Irish Cesarewitch UPTON trainer John Murphy landed his biggest success of the season when the Shane Foley-ridden Brazos won the Irish Cesarewitch. It was a onetwo for County Cork trainers with the John Joe Walshtrained Davids Charm filling the runner-up spot at odds of 10/1. Thomas Keithley was the winning owner.

Ballydoyle team’s double at Navan AIDAN O'Brien landed a double at Navan on Sunday, sharing winners with Seamie Heffernan and his son Donnacha. Heffernan rounded off a huge weekend when guiding 8/1 chance All The King’s Men to a cosy success over Recon Mission in the Listed Legacy Stakes while champion jockeyelect Donnacha O'Brien won the Listed Staffordstown Stud Stakes on 5/2 favourite Peach Tree which was impressive in beating Tarnawa.

Double for Rachael Blackmore at Tipperary RACHAEL Blackmore recorded a double at Tipperary on Monday and having ridden her first winner for Joseph O'Brien on Young Turk in the opening maiden hurdle went one better when taking the rated novice chase on Ellie Mac for the Niccolai Schuster Horse Racing Club and trainer Henry De Bromhead. A 9/10 favourite, the fiveyear-old got the better of Fintara jumping the final fence and went on to score a five-length success. Ellie Mac was a winner at the Leopardstown Christmas Festival last year and is likely to make a return visit to the Dublin track in a couple of months’ time.

Low Sun and Seamie Heffernan wins from Uradel, second in Dubai Cesarewitch Handicap Stakes at Newmarket. [Martin Lynch]

Mullins captures Cesarewitch at Newmarket WILLIE Mullins captured yet another high-profile race on the Flat when the Seamie Heffernan-ridden Low Sun took the Dubai £500,000 Cesarewitch Handicap at Newmarket on Saturday. The champion jumps trainer had seven runners in the race and landed a one-two with Uradel just beaten a neck into second place. Aidan O’Brien, out of luck with US Navy Flag (9th) in The Everest at Randwick on

11th start win for Coral Beach AIDAN O'Brien won the first two races at Cork on Wednesday, a double he shared with Seamie Heffernan. The pair combined to land the two-yearold auction maiden with 5/2 chance Coral Beach which was winning on her 11th start. Credenza, a 7/2 chance, beat the Joseph O'Brien-trained Facethepuckout by a short-head to land the nursery handicap and complete the brace. For good measure, Joseph landed two races of his own on the same card with 15/8 favourite Ship Of Dreams taking the Listed Navigation Stakes under Wayne Lordan while the Donnacha O'Brien-ridden King’s Field won the 7f maiden. Cloughjordan trainer Denis Hogan was on the mark with Stormy Air in the 7f apprentice handicap. Ridden by Killian Hennessy for owner Raymond Treacy, the 7/1 shot won by half-a-length from the Dermot Weld-trained Ishigati.

Saturday morning, was still on the scoresheet in Australian at the weekend, at Caulfield, where his Yucatan was a very easy winner of the Group 2 Ladbrokes Herbert Power Stakes under Kiwi rider James McDonald. The Curragh Group 3 International Stakes winner last July scored by an eased down length and a quarter to enhance his prospects for the upcoming Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup.

Trip to Downpatrick pays off for Finn THERE was success north of the border for Nenagh trainer Jimmy Finn who sent out Ballyfinboy to win the 2m7f handicap chase at Downpatrick on Friday. Ridden by David Mullins, the 9/1 chance skipped clear from the penultimate fence to win by seven lengths.

Apprentice Slattery enjoys treble at Limerick THERE was great success for County Tipperary at Limerick on Saturday where apprentice rider Andrew Slattery enjoyed by far his greatest day with three winners. It was a first treble for the 17-year-old who kicked off with 9/2 chance Insignia Of Rank for Joe Murphy in the valuable Munster Mile Handicap. His second winner came on the John McConnell-trained 18/1 chance Yo Tambien in the opening division of the apprentice handicap and the same combination were back in the winners’ enclosure after the concluding 7f handicap which they won with 12/1 shot Nothing To Lose. Aidan O'Brien and Michael Hussey also landed a notable success as 9/2 chance Sir Erec raced to a four-length victory in the Listed Martin Molony Stakes.

Lordan lands ninth Group 1 WAYNE Lordan landed the ninth Group 1 success of his career when partnering the Joseph O'Brien-trained Iridessa to success in the bet365 Fillies’ Mile at Newmarket on Friday. The 14/1 chance didn’t enjoy the clearest of runs but burst through a gap inside the final furlong to beat the Aidan O'Brien-trained 5/2 favourite Hermosa. It was Lordan’s biggest success of the year and his first Group 1 since Hydrangea landed the Coolmore Fastnet Rock Matron Stakes at Leopardstown in September of last year. After her success, Iridessa is now favourite at odds of 16/1 for next season’s Epsom Oaks.

Upcoming Fixtures Ellie Mac and Rachael Blackmore wins the 2m 4f rated novice chase at Tipperary. [Patrick McCann/Racing Post]

Punchestown - Wednesday, October 17 (First Race 2.05) Tramore - Thursday, October 18 (First Race 1.35) Dundalk - Friday, October 19 (First Race 6.00) Leopardstown - Saturday, October 20 (First Race 1.35) Cork - Sunday, October 21 (First Race 1.50) Naas - Sunday, October 21 (First Race 1.35)