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Council supports legalisation of cannabis for medicinal use WATERFORD Council has given its full backing in a call to legalise cannabis for medicinal use, writes Paul Mooney.
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A Notice of Motion came before the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, which was proposed by Cllr. Seán Reinhardt and seconded by Cllr. Joe Conway. “We all know that people suffering from a variety of different ailments that can be helped by the use of medicinal cannabis,” said Cllr. Reinhardt. “I don’t believe we should criminalise someone in pain for trying to find relief from their suffering. Indeed, we should be trying to facilitate people who are suffer-
ing so they can get relief by using a substance that has been tested, experimented on and prescribed by their medical practioner with their agreement and understanding,” he said. “I am aware that there are people suffering from chronic pain, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, cancer, epilepsy, and so on, many of them already using cannabis oil or medicinal cannabis to alleviate their situation. “I hope the Council will support these unfortunate people and express solidarity with them by supporting this motion.” Seconding the motion, Cllr. Joe Conway said he recently received a letter from a mother who has a child that suffers from a rare drug resistant form of epilepsy.
He said the child has between 20 and 40 seizures a day, and each one more damaging to his brain. “This woman is at her wits end, and they have to go through this every day, knowing there is a solution, but the government won’t allow her to access it.” Cllr. Conway said the one drug the mother has not tried is medicinal cannabis, which is currently illegal in Ireland, but is legal in many EU countries and other countries around the world. Supporting the motion, Cllr. Breda Brennan said trials have been carried out on cannabis oil and the results are very promising. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan voiced his support for the motion.
Cllr. John Pratt commended Cllr. Reinhardt for bringing the motion to Council, saying he was recently approached by someone in similar circumstances. Cllr. Joe Kelly said likewise he would support the motion, as he was in contact with the particular woman mentioned. “She is at her wits end, there is no doubt,” he said. “I would ask if the motion is passed, that it be circulated to other local authorities so they might pass it. It might help this lady and others in similar situations, and might get the government moving a bit quicker on the issue,” he said. The motion was passed unanimously by the Council.
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by using a sub- 40 seizures a day, and each one Council, saying similar circumthey can get relief by someone in given ing so that has been tested, experimented to his brain. end, and approached prac- aging D Council has stance is at her wits would by their medical day, stances. WATERFOR “This woman said likewise he in a call to legalise on and prescribed agreement and underthrough this every Cllr. Joe Kelly as he was in contact its full backing they have to go a solution, but the govuse, writes tioner with their support the motion,woman mentioned. there is it.” cannabis for medicinal particular standing,” he said. there are people suf- knowing won’t allow her to access the with the at her wits end, there is no ernment Paul Mooney. the one drug “I am aware that “She is came before the arthritis, multiple Conway said
pain, Cllr. cannabis, A Notice of Motion said. City and fering from chronic and so on, many not tried is medicinal is doubt,” he ask if the motion is passed, of Waterford by sclerosis, cancer, epilepsy, cannabis oil or mother has in Ireland, but April meeting “I would is currently illegal using which was proposed other to other local authorCounty Council, and seconded by Cllr. of them already to alleviate their situa- whichin many EU countries and that it be circulated pass it. It might help legal medicinal cannabis Cllr. Seán Reinhardt so they might the world. similar situations, countries around motion, Cllr. Breda ities and others in a tion. Joe Conway. will support these out this lady get the government moving that people suffering Supporting the “I hope the Council express solidarity that have been carried “We all know might Brennan said trials the results are very and people and of different ailments the issue,” he said. by from a variety oil and bit quicker on medicinal unfortunateby supporting this motion.” passed unanimously by the use of Joe on cannabis with them The motion was can be helped motion, Cllr. promising. Cllr. Reinhardt. voiced his support the Council. Seconding the received a letter cannabis,” said Cllr. Eddie Mulligan we should criminalise said he recently suffers “I don’t believe trying to find relief Conway has a child that for the motion. for a mother who form of epilepsy. someone in pain Indeed, we should be from a rare drug resistant suffer- from from their suffering. people who are trying to facilitate
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Daffodil Day March 24th 2017: A presentation of monies raised on march 24th 2017 was made to Nicola McMahon of the Irish cancer society by the committee and volunteers, which amounted to €17,001.80. The committee wishes to thank all who supported on the day; also all the businesses who accomadated us on the day.
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BSB Community Energy Ltd., announces participative community planning process A COMMUNITY wind energy company has revised its plans for engaging with the community in mid-County Waterford following a local meeting held last November, recognising the need for a deeper process of discussion. BSB Community Energy Ltd., whose goal is to build a community-owned wind farm in the Ballylaneen, Stradbally and Bonmahon areas, said it has appointed Gearóid Fitzgibbon to oversee a participative planning process in the local community on the community wind project. BSB Community Energy Limited is a limited company established by a substantial number (50+) of local people from the Bonmahon, Stradbally and Ballylaneen areas, and its aim is to build the locally-owned wind farm to bring investment, employment and other benefits to the area. BSB chairperson, Paddy Power stated: “Putting together a project like this is a complex process”. “From the start we have been focused on the technical details of moving the project ahead, and not prioritised the flow of information to the wider community to the same extent,” said Mr. Power. “With hindsight, we recognise that it would have been better to involve the wider community earlier in the process, beyond the local investors. “Our commitment to local ownership and benefit has been there from the start – in our decision to do this as a local community enterprise, and in our choice to invite all local investors, on an equal basis, with no one person benefitting more than anyone else.”
Gearóid Fitzgibbon who will oversee the engagement has a background in community planning and community development. According to Mr. Fitzgibbon: “I am happy to be able to offer my skills to facilitate a two way conversation on the project over the next couple of months”. “I commit to deliver a transparent process to give the local community a chance to input into shape and delivery of this innovative community wind project,” said Mr. Fitzgibbon. “The process includes discussion meetings, online feedback channels, and community planning sessions. “It is natural for people to have questions and concerns. Best practice shows that real community engagement is one that allows people to explore different options for projects. “The principles of community energy include anchoring the benefits of renewable energy investment in the locality, engaging with the surrounding community on all aspects of the project, and transparency on the control and oversight of the project.” Previously employed with North Tipperary LEADER group, Mr. Fitzgibbon said that he aims to bring to the project a wide knowledge of community planning, and experience of working with community groups to develop local initiatives. A full outline of the participative planning process is available on the BSB website www.bsbcommunityenergy.com. The participative planning process is also available on their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/BSBCommunityEnergy. There will also be a contact sheet to gather
suggestions from the local community on ways that can help improve this process. While dates and venues are still to be finalised, the process will include the following elements: Publication of public statement and Participative Community Planning Process (with online feedback). Online Presentation of initial proposed project and site locations (with online feedback). Presentation of initial project and Participative Planning Process on proposed site locations (1-2 Sessions). Participative Planning Process on community benefit and community ownership (1-2 Sessions). Publication of proposals on site locations and community benefit and ownership. Presentation of revised final proposals and publications of the community benefit / ownership model. In a final comment, Mr. Fitzgibbon mentioned that “given the information and communication gap that has arisen, I understand that there is a diversity of views in the community”. “My commitment is to oversee a genuinely participative planning process, to ensure that open discussion and communication can carried out fairly and in a respectful manner, and to answer all questions honestly and fairly,” Mr. Fitzgibbon. Mr. Fitzgibbon is available to answer queries on the process either by email on fitzgibbon.g@gmail.com or engagement@bsbcommunityenergy.com or by phone between 4.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. Monday to Friday on 085-7409023.
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Dungarvan Shopping Centre Teddy Bears Picnic JOIN the crew at Dungarvan Shopping Centre this Saturday afternoon for their Teddy Bears Picnic and join the celebration of the West Waterford festival of food weekend, the Plaza will be alive with Kids entertainment, face painters, Children’s carousel, and lots of fun teddy bear games for the family to enjoy. Dungarvan Shopping Centre are delighted to welcome the Festival of food weekend to Dungarvan and will have an action packed programme of events on the Plaza over the two days of the festival weekend.
For anyone who has yet to witness one of the biggest events on Ireland’s foodie calendar Dungarvan is certainly the place to be whether you are coming for one day or better still the full weekend as it’s all about extending a big cead mile failte to one and all and showcasing the best that Dungarvan has to offer in terms of hospitality and of course food. Dungarvan Shopping Centre is central to what is happening and all at the centre are delighted to welcome back our magical children’s carousel and are looking forward to the
Towering Care Centre places neighbours under pressure By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor Damien Geoghegan said householders in Congress Villas and Hillview Drive, adjacent to the site of the new Dungarvan Primary Care Centre are being done “a gross disservice” by the development. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Geoghegan told April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting that the centre will have an immense towering effect over several single-storey properties in particular. Additionally, he feared that the health centre’s “massive” windows would virtually accommodate views into people’s homes. He said the edifice will also curtail natural light entering
nearby homes. The centre, being constructed by the Prime-Balfour Beatty consortium, involves such services as dental care, mental health, (community, child and adolescent), physiotherapy, GPs on call, counselling, early intervention etc. Cllr. Geoghegan welcomed the new health centre’s construction as he believed, as does everyone else in the town, but he felt more should be done to alleviate at least some of the ramifications on those affected by it. Those people “didn’t object to it”, he reminded. It was agreed to write to the HSE asking that frosted glass or some similar measure was incorporated into the design by way of some measure against the intrusion.
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programme of entertainment which will be laid out on the Plaza by First Class Castles. Hopefully, as in previous years, the Plaza will be bathed in glorious sunshine where parents can enjoy a cappuccino in one of our Plaza restaurants while the children are being entertained at the Teddy Bears Picnic where the team from First Class Castles will have an entire programme of free entertainment courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre as our way of celebrating the festival of food and thanking all our customers for their support throughout the year.
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Memorable Day as Sinn Fein lay wreaths at West Waterford Monuments LAST year was a most significant year for commemorations as the Centenary year of the 1916 Rising and many events were organised locally and nationally. But every year, at Easter time, Sinn Féín pays tribute to the men and women who risked and sacrificed their lives for Irish freedom. This year was no different so wreaths were laid at the many beautiful monuments across West Waterford on behalf of the local Sinn Féin cumann. Beginning at Ballyvoile, Sinn Féin councillor, Siobhán Whelan presented a wreath in memory of local Vol. John Cummins I.R.A.
Speaking at the event, Cllr. Whelan reflected on the importance of remembering our history; “I feel very honoured to take part in this event and I’m so pleased that so many people have turned out with us today to pay tribute to our fallen heroes of West Waterford. “I feel particularly honoured as many of the relatives of these brave patriots have come out to join with us today as we remember the sacrifice which was made for freedom. “It’s also very heartening to see so many young people with us, to know that the memory and the history will live on into the
next generation. The day has been very interesting and it was wonderful to see all the monuments looking so well which is a credit to the many people and local organisations who have worked so hard in building them and maintaining them throughout the years.” Describing the afternoon, Cllr. Whelan said the event grew as the party travelled to the many monuments, all so different and each one just as poignant; “Following on from Ballyvoile, we stopped next at The Burgery to lay the wreaths to the memory of Séan Fitzgerald and Pat Keating.
Here a larger crowd was gathering and the afternoon light was still strong as we all set out then, headed for An Rinn. The afternoon was turning to evening as the light softened by the time we reached the beautiful harbour at Baile Na nGall where we laid a wreath beneath the lovely plaque in memory of Miceal Breatnac.” Speaking after the event, local Sinn Féin cumann cathaoirleach, Louise Brierley commented about the day; “The afternoon seemed to be growing in momentum and there was a fine crowd with us by the time we reached the stunning monument
at Ceann Heilbhic, erected in memory of two local volunteers Seán Ó Gríofáin and Liam Ó Réagáin. A number of descendants related to Sean Ó Gríofáin gathered for this and Nioclás Ó Gríofáin laid the wreath here. “Leaving the picturesque An Rinn with the sea to our back we continued on, heading towards Youghal, to the monument at Piltown, another very beautiful monument which describes events at Piltown during the war of independence and remembers many who lost their lives. Some folk who had been with us earlier, had headed home but
others now joined as there was much local interest at every point and the wreath was laid on behalf of Sinn Fein by Liam Allen. “The final stop would be Cappoquin. A wonderful stretch in the evenings gave us light for the drive up. We met with local Sinn Féín members and supporters from the area to finish what had been a perfect afternoon and evening, remembering all those who sacrificed so much for Ireland. Lorna Cullen laid the final wreath of the day here, under the fine centenary plaques and before the beautiful monument honouring the Deise Brigade IRA.”
Sinn Féin members with relatives of Sean Ó Griofain at the Graves/Regan monument lay a wreath to their memory; at Ceann Helbhic, An Rinn. Left to right: Martin Coffey, Louise Brierley, Íde Uí Chondúin, Órlaith Ní Chondúin, Nioclás Ó Griofáin, Domhnall Ó Faoláin, Éabha Ní Chondúin, Conor McGuinness, Máírtín Ó Domhnaill, Nórín Ó Faoláin and Seamus Kiersey.
Laying a wreath for Sinn Féin at The Burgery Monument, Easter Saturday; left to right: Seamus Kiersey, Pia Fresenborg, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Máírtín Ó Domhnaill, Conor McGuinness and Louise Brierley.
Piltown Cross Monument, Easter Saturday, laying a wreath on behalf of Sinn Féin; left to right: Nioclás Ó Griofáin, Padraig Allen, Liam Allen, Frank Cummings, Máírtín Ó Domhnaill and Mark Byrne.
Relatives of Sean Ó Griofain at the Graves/Regan monument lay a wreath to their memory; at Ceann Helbhic, An Rinn. Left to right: Íde Uí Chondúin, Órlaith Ní Chondúin, Nioclás Ó Griofáin, Domhnall Ó Faoláin, Nórín Ó Faoláin and Éabha Ní Chondúin.
Cappoquin Monument, Easter Saturday; left to right: Muriel Cullen, Martin Coffey, Lorna Cullen, Louise Brierley, Thomas O'Mahony and Seamus Kiersey.
Relatives of Vol. John Cummins with Sinn Féin Cllr. Siobhán Whelan at the commemorative plaque in Ballyvoile, West Waterford, to lay a wreath on Easter Saturday last; left to right: David Barnes, Colleen Wilcox, Cllr. Whelan, Ronan Gough, Pete Gough; and Máírtín Ó Domhnaill and Seamus Kiersey of Sinn Féin.
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Councillor claims rural Waterford being ‘destroyed’ by planners’ interpretation of County Development Plan A COUNCILLOR has accused Waterford Council planners’ interpretation of the County Development Plan as “destroying” rural Waterford in relation to people attempting to build homes in their native parish. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. James Tobin said he was aware of one case where a couple were refused permission to build a house in their native parish because they have to ‘drive through’ the town from their homeplace to get to the site of their proposed house. Cllr. Tobin said he believed there was a clause agreed by Councillors in 2011 in relation to the ‘drive through’, when the County Development Plan was passed at the former Waterford County Council. He said the couple meet all the other requirements to be allowed to build in their native parish. “But because they have to drive through the town to access the site, they were refused planning permission.They still live within the parish and want to build their roots there,”
said Cllr. Tobin. “I believe this is another way of destroying rural Waterford, because these are young people who are prepared to build their home within the same parish.” Cllr. Tobin said the clause wasn’t in the County Development Plan,“but we wouldn’t have passed the plan if we didn’t get that (drive through) clause”. “I assure you the next Development Plan won’t be passed unless there is a clause. We definitely guaranteed this, and I’m asking that it is included in the new plan. Please save rural Ireland,” Cllr. Tobin appealed. Director of Services, Lar Power said the planners adhere to the policy of the Development Plan. He said the next Plan will be subject to agreement of the Council, but pointed out: “We are two years off concluding that process”. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan supported Cllr. Tobin’s call regarding concessions for people trying to build homes in their native parish.
He said the Council has to do something to protect rural Ireland, “because the government is doing nothing”. “They missed an opportunity to appoint a ‘Minister for Rural Ireland’ to future-proof rural services,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “We have to take stock now as a Council in drafting a new County Development Plan.” Cllr. John Carey supported Cllr.Tobin, saying he “remembers it well” in relation to a clause discussed in the 2011 County Development Plan. “Something should be done to facilitate Cllr.Tobin in that regard. He is an honourable man and doesn’t make statements unless they are right,” Cllr. Carey said. Also concurring was Cllr. Tom Cronin, who said he believed there was a commitment given at the time, “but somewhere along the line, it seems to have gotten lost”. “We need to go back to the minutes of the meeting and have a look and see exactly what was said,” he added.
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Council urged to ‘Go Local’ for bus shelters By Christy Parker WATERFORD Councillor James Tobin has urged Waterford Council to liaise with the Local Link Ltd (formerly Déise Link) public bus service in a bid to install more bus shelters across west Waterford. The councillor made the call during a discussion on shelters at April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting as it emerged that neither the council nor Transport Infrastructure lreland (TII) had the resources alone to meet bus shelter requirements. Cllr. John Pratt introduced the topic, seeking an update on a request for a shelter for Cappoquin. As a director on the board of Local Link, he said he had raised the issue “numerous times” with Waterford City Council’s Director of Services for Roads, Fergus Galvin but to no avail due, he believed, to scarce funding. Cllr. Tom Cronin reminded the meeting that he also had sought a bus shelter for Grange on the N25. He spoke of people standing in the rain or being compelled to wait for a bus in cars parked on the hard shoulder, which was not ideal. “If we can’t provide a shelter ourselves we should look for someone else to do it”, he urged. NOT SPAIN Cllr. Damien Geoghegan reflected that shelters should automatically be erected when a bus stop was installed. “This is Ireland”, he insisted, despite the sunshine of the day, “not the Canaries!” Cllr. Pratt returned that there are different types of shelters while the people of Villierstown were also willing to contribute
financially, if there was a way to acquire one. They might just get one themselves but for concerns over insurance etc. Cllr. James Tobin said Bus Éireann were more interested in closing routes than adorning them with shelters and the council would be better off trying to work with Local Link. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes said all the requests were justifiable, but funding wasn’t there. He explained that issues such as safety, lighting, footpaths, disability access, etc., all formed part of the mix. He had tried to secure funding from the National Transport Authority and from TII without success and there was point in pursuing plans until money was sourced. He would continue the quest, adding that TII supported the Grange request from a safety viewpoint. Cllr. Pratt revealed that the bus shelter in Tallow may need to be relocated further from a car park but noted also that, with timetables and so on posted on it, usage seemed to have increased. GRANT STOP Cllr. Geoghegan, observed that the council will shortly be allocating €520,000 amongst community groups and organisations. With about €400 the most any will receive, he said it a suggestion to withhold it all for one year in order to provide bus shelters across the county, was “food for thought.” Cllr. Declan Doocey didn’t think €520,000 would provide many shelters, while Director of Services Ivan Grimes reminded that the grants would benefit over 370 residents associations, clubs and Tidy Towns and may influence how they operate throughout the year.
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€10,000 prize fund up for grabs for entrants in the Irish Water Tidy Towns Value Water Awards Irish Water is advising Tidy Towns Committees in Waterford that the closing date for submission of entries for the 2017 Irish Water Tidy Towns Value Water Awards is May 25th. This award recognises communities that have made a strong commitment to water conservation and water protection. The national water utility is offering a prize fund of €10,000 for the winners of the Awards which include a national prize of €2,000, 4 regional prizes for Best Large Town winner of €1,000 and 4 regional prizes for Best Small Town winner of €1,000. Included amongst the winners of last year’s Value Water Awards was Ferns in Co Wexford which took the award for the South East in the Small Town category. Their initiative promoted rainwater harvesting in the community in conjunction with Wexford County Council and promoted the benefits of water savings through education. Closing date for entry for this year’s competition is Thursday, May 25th and entry forms can be downloaded from ‘The Competition’ section of www.tidytowns.ie For more information on the Irish Water Value Water Awards and water saving tips visit http://www.water.ie/community/tidy-towns
Pictured at the Good Eating Guide to Ireland Awards - Paddy McCarthy, Good Eating Guide; Brendan Griffin, IMRO; Jenny Flynn, Faithlegg House Hotel who won Best Chef Munster and Liam Campbell, The Taste.ie.
Jenny Flynn, head chef at Faithlegg House Hotel is named Best Chef - Regional Winner Munster Good Food Eating Guide 2017 JENNY Flynn, Head Chef at Faithlegg House Hotel has been awarded Best Chef - Regional Winner Muster 2017 at the annual Good Eating Guide awards that took place on Monday, April 10th at a lavish reception in Dublin’s Conrad Hotel. Hosted by the Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Mary Mitchell O’Connor TD, the event was attended by 125 food industry owners and representatives from across the country. The 76 page Guide features over 150 hotel, restaurant and public house eating establishments across Ireland. 20,000 copies have been printed and are available free of charge at local tourist information offices or any of the Guide’s featured hotels, restaurants or participating pubs, the 2017 Good Eating Guide to Ireland is the 18th.annual edition of this publication. An AA Rosette holder for the past six years and a proud member of Good Food Ireland, Faithlegg House Hotel holds two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence. Head Chef, Jenny Flynn’s delicious cuisine show-
cases all that is best and finest from local artisan producers. Her passion for local suppliers and using the abundance of great ingredients on her doorstep in Waterford continues to inform her creative and delectable food at Faithlegg House Hotel. Commenting on the win, Jenny Flynn said,“I am honoured to receive this award. I have a great community of local producers working with me to supply the very best of ingredients used throughout the menu at Faithlegg, not to mention the fantastic team in the kitchen without whom such awards would not be achievable.” “Creating an enjoyable and memorable dining experience for each guest is central to every dish prepared and served at Faithlegg. Food is becoming an increasingly significant factor for consideration when people are choosing a destination for business or pleasure and at Faithlegg we strive to ensure that we consistently deliver on the food experience”, she added. Experience Jenny’s awardwinning cuisine for yourself at the perennially popular Roseville Rooms at Faithlegg House
Hotel. The Roseville Rooms’ distinctive layout – created from two of the original ornate drawing rooms in the original house interconnecting with a garden conservatory – remains untouched but with subtle and elegant shades of old gold, cream and sage green, a dramatic patterned brocade wall treatment and rich plaid carpets, the restaurant is now an even more polished and sophisticated setting in which to enjoy chef Jenny Flynn’s fine food.
To celebrate the award, Faithlegg House hotel are offering guests a chance to experience Jenny Fylnn’s award winning cuisine with the Celebratory Gourmet Package available from just €160 per person sharing and includes a two night stay with a full Irish breakfast on both mornings, an ‘A La Carte’ meal on one evening of your choice. Rate is subject to availability and normal T&C’s apply. To book call 051-382000 or visit www.faithlegg.com for more information. Faithlegg House Hotel
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Lismore sends best wishes to Australian sister City devastated by catastrophic cyclone D U N G A RVA N - L i s m o r e Councillor Declan Doocey has extended his best wishes and support to the people of Lismore, New South Wales, in Australia, which was devastated by floods following Cyclone Debbie, which hit the country at the end of March. Cllr. Doocey said the town of Lismore, County Waterford, is twinned with Lismore in NSW and the people here were shocked to learn of the devastation in their Australian Sister City. “I, and the people of Lismore, extend our support and best wishes to the people of Lismore in NSW, and our sympathy and condolences to families who lost loved ones in the catastrophic event,” Cllr. Doocey told the Dungarvan Observer.
Cllr. Declan Doocey.
“We are thinking of them at this trying time.” Cyclone Debbie a category four storm hit Australia on
Monday, 27th March, last. The storm lasted 36 hours and caused a trail of destruction throughout North East Australia. Thousands of people were affected by the storm, which had wind gusts stronger than 260 km/h. Lismore, NSW, has been declared “a disaster zone” and now, just over three weeks later since the storm hit, NSW is still counting the cost of the storm. As floodwaters recede, the State Emergency Service has cleared people to return to their homes and businesses in Lismore, but have warned people to be mindful of wildlife, vermin and snakes which may have taken refuge in the property. The current Mayor of Lismore, NSW, Isaac Smith, said the clean up could take weeks.
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W h i tf i e l d N u r s e s t ra v e l t o Vi et n a m fo r ‘ O p e ra t i o n Wa l k’
Helen Shanahan (orthopaedic team leader) and Mary Lou Walsh (orthopaedic theatre nurse). [Garrett Fitzgerald]
TWO Orthopaedic nurses from Whitfield in Waterford will travel to Vietnam this month to take part in the first non-U.S. ‘Operation Walk’, where they will assist in over 60 hip and knee replacements performed by an all Irish team of over 50 medical experts. Helen Shanahan (orthopaedic team leader) and Mary Lou Walsh (orthopaedic theatre nurse) have been fundraising (for a number of months) in order to participate in this worthy cause, Whitfield clinic have been very generous in their support. Operation Walk is a private, not-forprofit, volunteer medical services organisation which provides free surgical treatment for patients in developing countries, which have no access to lifeimproving care for arthritis or other debilitating bone and joint conditions. Helen Shanahan is looking forward to this wonderful opportunity, “Both Mary Lou and I have many years of Orthopaedic experience and feel this is a great opportunity for us to use our skills to help others who would otherwise never have access to joint replacement surgery.” This, the first independent Operation
Adventure Cyclist Andrew P. Sykes bound for Immrama stage CYCLING ACROSS EUROPE ON A BIKE CALLED ‘REGGIE’ ADVENTURER and author Andrew P. Sykes is bound for the 15th annual Immrama Festival of Travel Writing in Lismore this June; Andrew will tell of his adventurous travels on his bicycle ‘Reggie’ on epic journeys across all of Europe. Taking to the stage on Saturday afternoon (June 17th) of the travel writing festival is French teacher, writer and longdistance cyclist Andrew P. Sykes. His travel-writing journey started in 2010 when he set off to cycle to Southern Italy to visit a friend who was living in Puglia at the time. He says, “It was never my intention to write a book but, persuaded by friends who had followed my progress online, I wrote the first book 'Crossing Europe on a Bike Called Reggie' which sold extremely well. A second journey was too tempting; what would it be like to embark on a long trip with the intention of writing a book from the outset? In 2013 I cycled from Southern Greece to Southern Portugal and the following year self-published 'Along The Med on a Bike Called Reggie' which was equally well received.” With two European cycling
adventures already under his belt, Andrew was ready for a new challenge. Exchanging his job as a teacher in Oxfordshire for an expedition on Reggie the bike, he set off on his most daring trip yet: a journey from Tarifa in Spain to Nordkapp in Norway – from Europe’s geographical most southerly point to its northernmost point. Andrew with Reggie took on the journey across nearly 7,776 km of Europe, through eight countries across mountains, valleys, forests and the open road. He says of the trip, “No matter where you’re headed, life on two wheels is full of surprises.” Summersdale will publish the book chronicling this journey in May 2017. The annual Lismore Immrama Festival of Travel Writing has a stellar reputation for celebrating and sharing world-class travel writing and the 2017 festival line-up offers another fantastic line up of internationally renowned writers and broadcasters. From June 14th to June 18th multi award winning author Colm Tóibín, humanitarian and author Terry Waite CBE, journalist and author Des Ekin, writer and documentary maker Tom
Adventurer and author Andrew P. Sykes is bound for the 15th annual Immrama Festival of Travel Writing in Lismore this June; Andrew will tell of his adventurous travels on his bicycle ‘Reggie’ on epic journeys across all of Europe; the festival takes place from June 14th to 18th. Festival goers will be taken on a literal journey across the globe for details and for tickets see Lismore-immrama.com Feiling will also take to the festival stage; All of the speakers will share their own writings and journeys under the 2017 festival theme of ‘Emigration, Exile and Slavery’. On the final day of the festival ‘Family Fun Sunday’ will take place at the Millennium Park, the Lismore Farmers Market will be
on the castle avenue plus a Sunday evening event with focus on sport and travel is set to take place. Full details of the festival programme and for event tickets for the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing 2017 see www.lismoreimmrama.com or call (058) 53803.
Walk Ireland mission, will take place in Hanoi later this month. Vietnam is a country of 93 million people who have rapidly improved their prosperity in recent times. Over the last 20 years the percentage of the population classified as "in poverty" has fallen (from 58% to 13%) and the life expectancy is rising rapidly. This creates a population with a rapidly increasing demand for joint replacement. Operation Walk also educates incountry orthopedic surgeons, nurses, physical therapists and other healthcare professionals on the most advanced treatments and surgical techniques for diseases of the hip and knee joints. This is done in conjunction with surgeries to help create a lasting contribution to patient care in developing countries. Mary Lou Walsh expresses her pride on the chance for them to use their skills for such a good cause, “I feel that by being chosen to participate in Operation walk, both Helen and I can use our skills to educate and make a lasting difference.” If the public would like to help this cause, they can donate on www.idonate.ie/2877_operation-walk-ireland.html
Irish Cancer Society calls on Waterford Regional Hospital to introduce free parking for cancer patients THE Irish Cancer Society has called on Waterford Regional Hospital to follow the example of others in the South/South West Hospital group and introduce free or subsidised parking charges for cancer patients undergoing treatment. Donal Buggy, Head of Advocacy and Services at the Irish Cancer Society, said: “Patients are telling us that they can’t cope with the cost of parking but a number of hospitals aren’t listening. We’re asking Waterford Regional to introduce free parking for cancer patients to ensure cancer patients at the hospital are treated fairly.” Of the six hospitals in the South/South West Hospital Group that offer cancer treatment and have a hospital onsite, Waterford Hospital is the only one that doesn’t provide free parking or concessions for cancer patients. Mr. Buggy said: “We’re hopeful that Waterford Regional follows the example of its sister hospitals across the South and works to reduce the financial burden these charges place on cancer patients”. The Society’s recent ‘Park the Charges’ report shows that people receiving treatment close to urban centres are facing the highest parking costs. At
Waterford RH, the cost of a four hour stay is €6. The Society also welcomed the news that the South/South West Hospital Group will review car parking policy for cancer patients across the six hospitals that offer cancer treatment. This comes after the Chief Operating Officer at the South/South West Hospital Group, Mr. Ger O’Callaghan, said that the Group would “review what is going on across hospitals”. Mr. Buggy said: “We were grateful to hear Mr. O’Callaghan’s remarks, and hope this is a positive signal of a wider shift across our health services that recognises the benefits of free or subsidised parking charges for cancer patients. The South/South West Group has exhibited very good practice when it comes to parking for cancer patients, and we’re pleased to note their openness to further progress.” The Irish Cancer Society has been campaigning to ‘Park the Charges’ for cancer patients and said this is an important first step in reducing the excessive cost of parking charges for cancer patients. For more information on the Irish Cancer Society’s ‘Park the Charges’ campaign visit www.cancer.ie/parkthecharges
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European candidate reiterates rooftop solar panels as renewable energy solution A CANDIDATE in the upcoming European elections has reiterated his belief that Ireland should be actively looking at installing rooftop solar panels on homes as part of a better renewable energy scheme. County Waterford native, Kieran Hartley, who is a candidate for Ireland South in the 2019 European Elections, was commenting on solar energy and a recent planning application for a solar farm near Waterford Airport, which had the period of its operating life increased from five years to 25 years by An Bord Pleanála. Tornado Electrical Ltd., was granted conditional permission, after appealing to An Bord Pleanála (PL93.247310) to construct 33,000 m2 of solar panels at Pickardstown, Tramore. Waterford Airport had raised concerns in the application about possible issues with glint and glare from the solar panels. Mr. Hartley said the Utility Scale Solar PhotoVoltaic (USSPV) solar farm at Waterford
Airport “has been met with concern” and received submissions from both Waterford Airport and Waterford Aero Club, and those concerns “point out the USSPV would hinder the current and future operational, safety, technical and development requirements of Waterford Airport”. “A USSPV was refused by An Bord Pleanála (ABP) near Belview port in South Kilkenny for similar reasons,” Mr. Hartley noted. “Waterford City and County Council refused another USSPV just south of Lismore recently in order to protect alignments for future NRA roadworks, namely the proposed Lismore southern by-pass. The Council also refused another USSPV adjacent to the N25 in Kilmacthomas for safety reasons - future expansion to a dual carriageway would be an important issue as well.” Mr. Hartley said he stated in recent news articles that solar “will undoubtedly be of benefit to Ireland in its future energy
mix”. “There will be farms on which USSPV projects will sit perfectly – those adjacent to an existing substation; with a southerly aspect; on marginal land; with a low or non-existent BPS claim; or with no succession concerns,” Mr. Hartley said. “We can safely add another concern, areas that have been earmarked for infrastructure such as roads, ports and airports,” he said. “We should be actively looking at rooftop solar to help maximise our investment in our individual primary asset - our homes. “A ‘Green Deal’ that utilises our energy bills to invest in micro-renewable energy generation will give people the freedom to spend their money on a renewable technology that best suits their needs to help make their lives easier and more comfortable while having a good and positive effect on our environment,” Mr. Hartley added.
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Congratulations to IFTA winner WE send our congratulations and those of the district to Ballymacarbry writer, James Phelan who picked up a deserved award at the recent Irish Film and Television Awards in Dublin. He won the IFTA in the Best Script Drama category in recognition of his three-part comedy drama ‘Wrecking the Rising (Éirí Amach Amú). This was recognised as a funny and clever script for a humourous mini-series based loosely amid the action of the 1916 Rising. James has been hovering near the awards for some time and it must also be a cause of satisfaction for him that his work was compared with seasoned writers like Barry Devlin and others and came out on top. The icing on this prestigious cake is that actor, Amy Huberman also picked up an award for Best Actress in a Lead Role in Drama, this time for another production, ‘Striking Out’ which James also scripted, She played the lead character ‘Tara Rafferty’ to much acclaim. It was fitting that an Irish actor of great stature, Colm Meaney was the one to hand James his trophy at the IFTA event. James’ talent goes well beyond the serious and the dramatic and he is also producing dialogue for animated programmes which are going out across Europe. He has also planned feature length material which may reach the big screen and worldwide audiences. In his earlier career, James also wrote two series of ‘Galway Races’ for TG4 which drew large audiences and brought him to public attention. James has more than established his name and credentials and this is by no means the last we are likely to hear of him and very probably not his last script award. The depth and quality of his writing ensures that his work will be in demand for quite a time to come. We look forward to many more successes by this talented Ballymacarbry man who has brought further acclaim to a County well known for its writing.
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Extinguishing trading rights THE perceived problem of the use of excessive space for marketing in Grattan Square is being faced head on by the Waterford City and County Council. There are very few who would countenance the use of an excessive, even exorbitant, amount of valuable parking space on days of peak usage, especially when their contribution to the town may only be their presence and a convenience for shoppers. The use of Grattan Square by some traders before Christmas which triggered this action is not acceptable and the grievance of the rate-paying permanent businesses is quite valid, logical and acceptable. However, the proposal to extinguish marketing rights which have existed for over four hundred years, centuries before the Square was built, seems excessive and every avenue open to a solution, either through the planning acts, parking regulations which could be amended, or other legislation, should be the preferred course, at least until they are found to be ineffective. Extinguishing trading rights which are in existence for four centuries could be perceived as a further diminution of the town of Dungarvan, whose title of County Town has been lost and whose designation as a market town is now in question. The public, traders and Council will have to await the outcome of the District Court case which may well set off a succession of actions or appeals to the higher courts or further. In the meantime, every alternative avenue should be
IT would be interesting to know whether, deep in their hearts, the majority of American voters who sent Donald Trump to the White House last November are still happy with their choice. It seems strange that even as they voted for Mr. Trump, many said that they were unhappy to do so, but that it was for them, literally, the lesser of two evils. However, there were alternative avenues available to them which, unfortunately, they did not use. Mr. Trump’s performance as American President and, as the US would claim, leader of the free world, since his installation on 20th January last, has been at best inept and at worst highly dangerous. While wishing to take a sterner line with Russia, North Korea and Islamic extremists, Mr. Trump’s actions have been clumsy and ineffective and even in domestic politics he has been unable to have measures approved even though his party controls the three branches of Government: Senate, House of Representatives and White House. There is an unease, especially among those of an age to remember the Cold War, the Cuban Missile crisis and the continual threat of atomic annihilation. The future of the world now depends on the President’s aides and advisors, military and civilian not promoting any extreme action which would provoke military action whether nuclear or otherwise. As predicted by many leaders and nations before and after Mr. Trump’s election, the World has become a far more dangerous place with elevated threats of hostilities. Whether this situation can or will be altered in the short term is not clear. The solution rests with the administration and we can only hope and pray that theirs is a steadying influence.
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Councillors to scrutinise applications for next year’s ‘Supporting Waterford Communities Fund’ WATERFORD Councillors have agreed that next year they will examine all applications under the ‘Supporting Waterford Communities Fund’ to see if there is a way the funding can have a greater impact. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Councillors unanimously agreed the awarding of grants to 377 groups under three headings: ‘Residents Association Fund’, ‘Community Activity Fund’ and ‘Sport and Recreation Fund’. Senior Executive Officer, Don Tuohy, told Councillors that applications have increased for the grant funds.There were 305 applicants in 2016 and 269 applicants in 2015. He said there was a budget of €155,000 for
the grant scheme this year, which meant that applicants under the ‘Residents Association Fund’ will receive €450 each; applicants under ‘Community Activity Fund’ will receive €400 each; and applicants under the ‘Sport and Recreation Fund’ will receive €450 each. While Councillors all agreed the awarding of funding this year, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan suggested that next year, they should look more closely at applications. “I think there is an element of spreading it a little too thinly,” said Cllr. Geoghegan. “We’ve seen an increase in the number of applicants year on year. Every group gets around €400 / €450. “It will not make or break any particular
group, but the total fund is a sizable amount of money and I think we should look at it next year and see if there is a better way to spend that money so it could have a greater impact. It is food for thought,” Cllr. Geoghegan added. Concurring, Cllr. Mary Roche said she believes there are a lot of groups “who have plenty of other funding sources, while there are some groups that have none”. Cllr. James Tobin also agreed, and suggested the District Councils should look at the applicants in their own areas. Councillors agreed that from next year, they would scrutinise all the applications under the scheme to determine a better way to distribute the funding.
Council refers Annual Report back to JPC for discussion WATERFORD Council referred the 2016 Annual Report of the Joint Policing Committee back to the next JPC meeting after a Councillor questioned the validity of statistics. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County, the 2016 Annual Report on the operation of the Joint Policing Committee was pre-
sented. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said he has an issue with the report and requested it be deferred for discussion before it was passed by the Council. Mayor Adam Wyse pointed out that the report was only for noting by Councillors, and did not need to be passed. Senior Executive Officer, Don Tuohy confirmed the JPC
report was just for ‘noting purposes’ for Councillors. Cllr. Fitzgerald said, as a member of the JPC, he had concerns about the validity of the statistics supplied to the JPC following recent revelations about the exaggeration of Garda breathalyser test figures and the error which resulted in 14,700 wrongful convictions for alleged road traffic offences.
Cllr. John Hearne concurred with his party colleague. However, Cllr. John O’Leary said serious allegations were being made at the Council meeting about the JPC and said he does not approve of the comments by Cllr. Fitzgerald. Mayor Wyse halted discussion on the matter, saying it is to be referred back to the next JPC meeting for discussion.
Construction to start on new Portlaw houses by end of the Summer BUILDING works are expected to begin sometime at the end of Summer to construct 12 new houses at Coolfin, Portlaw. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune sought an update on the matter. Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing, said a design team is in place who will commence preparation of tender documents and drawings by the end of May. She said it was expected that building works should hopefully commence on site by the end of
Summer. DUNHILL Meanwhile, Ms. Breathnach informed Cllr. Clune that the construction of eight houses at Gleann Ealach, Dunhill, is in the early stages of application. She said the application has just been to the Department in first quarter of the his year and they are awaiting an indication of funding. Ms. Breathnach said when that application comes back from the Department, they will then be able to put a timeframe in place for completion of the work.
Councillors want search and rescue teams recognised for their work locally MEMBERS of Comeragh Muniscipal District Council have suggested the local authority acknowledge the work of volunteers working in the local search and rescue organisations. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan asked the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council to consider a proposal that the Corporate Policy Group (CPG) acknowledge the local search and rescue organisations with a Chairman’s Reception. He specifically named the Bonmahon Coast Guard and South East Mountain Rescue Association, which operates in the Comeragh area, and said they
provide a valuable service, by volunteers who carried out high risk work to ensure the safety of members of the public. “We here in the Comeragh have the mountain rescue aspect and the Coast Guard aspect,” he said. “I think it would be fitting if we acknowledge their contribution and raise awareness of their high risk, voluntary work towards our safety,” he added. On Cllr. O’Ryan’s proposal, seconded by Cllr. Liam Brazil, and supported by the other Councillors, it was agreed the matter would go to the CPG for consideration.
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Waterford Council left with €364k hole in budget after acceleration of pay increase for public servants AN agreement made by the government to bring forward a €1,000 pay increase for public servants from 1st April has left the local authority struggling to find an additional €364,000 to pay its staff. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Mary Roche queried what impact the acceleration of public service pay restoration would have on their budget. She noted that originally, the €1,000 increase wasn’t due for payment until September, under the Lansdowne Road Agreement, but the payment was brought forward to 1st April, after trade unions insisted on early negotiations to accelerate public service pay restoration, after the government accepted Labour Court recommendations that gave the Gardaí better terms than those set out in the Lansdowne Road Agreement. Chief Executive of the Council, Michael Walsh, said the €1,000 increase in salary applies to public servants earning up to €65,000 a year, and it will “have really significant financial consequences” for Waterford Council. He said in total, the pay increase for public servants working for Waterford Council is €364,000. Mr. Walsh explained that there is no additional income to make that payment, so “we are going to have to find it some way”.
“We had significant difficulty in closing a gap of around €100,000 in terms of last year’s budget,” Mr. Walsh pointed out. “That is the situation we now find ourselves in, with €364,000 less through increased costs which we have no control over. “There is no national funding for that cost increase and the full year’s costs for next year is going to be double that at least.” Mr. Walsh said this year’s Council budget had only provided for the pay increase from September. “It is not just affecting us, it is affecting all local authorities around the country,” he said. “To place it in context, €364,000 is a hell of a lot of money and would be equivalent to approximately one and a half percent of rates, or around 20 percent in the context of the Local Property Tax,” he said. Cllr. Joe Kelly said it was “disgraceful” that the government can agree a deal at national level and then force the cost of it onto the local authorities who already have tight budgets. “It is easy to make national deals, but to then force it onto local authorities to try and find that money is an absolute disgrace in my view. It is something we should write to the government about and challenge them on it,” Cllr. Kelly said. (28-4)
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Matt Houlihan, Graphic Print & Sign, John C Flood, Dungarvan Nissan and Pat Keane, Willow & Oak, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
David Reynolds, Sinead Reynolds, Gerardine Reynolds and Cormac Curran, Sherry Fitzgearld Reynolds, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Auriol Kelly, Business Manager Waterford, John White, JBW Accountants, and Ann Cotter, Bank of Ireland Dungarvan, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
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Niall McCarthy, LSB Marketing and Brid Kirby, Waterford City & County Council, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Johnny Curran, Cleanzone, Marie Halley, Bank of Ireland Dungarvan, Jenny Beresford, CEO, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce and Alan Ryan, Deise College, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Brian Gleeson, Brian Gleeson & Sons Auctioneers, Ann Cotter, Bank of Ireland Dungarvan and Cormac Curran, Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Marie Halley, Jennifer Hickey, Branch Manager, Trudi Morrissey, Ann Cotter and Karen Darcy, Bank of Ireland Dungarvan, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan.
Garrett Grogan Head of Trading Bank of Ireland, Ann Marie Rossiter, President, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce, Jennifer Hickey, Manager, Bank of Ireland Dungarvan, Jenny Beresford, CEO, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce, and Gearoid O’Flynn Regional Treasury Manager Bank of Ireland Waterford, pictured at the Chamber Quick Coffee Catch up including a talk on Brexit at Bank of Ireland, Dungarvan.
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Waterford Council will continue to pursue options over boundary issue Councillor expressed annoyance at Minister for allowing political lobbying to influence his decision on boundary extension
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By Paul Mooney INDEPENDENT Councillor Mary Roche has expressed her annoyance at Local Government Minister, Simon Coveney, for allowing political lobbying from Kilkenny to influence his decision not to proceed with the recommendations of the Independent Boundary Commission to grant an extension of the Waterford boundary into South Kilkenny. Meanwhile, the Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council has said ‘no change’ to the boundary is not an option and stated he is of the view that the administration of the area proposed for the boundary extension should come under the jurisdiction of Waterford. He said the consideration of the administration of the area is an entirely different matter from a boundary extension and with those people affected retaining their identity as ‘Kilkenny’ and retaining the resources of the Port area,“We are trying to figure out what Kilkenny’s problem is, if I was being blunt about it”, Mr. Walsh said. Both Cllr. Roche and Mr. Walsh were responding to the
recent announcement from Minister Coveney that he was not implementing the recommendations of the Independent Boundary Commission, which had recommended an extension of Waterford’s boundary into South Kilkenny. Raising the matter at the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Roche said most people had assumed Minister Coveney was looking at the boundary extension as part of his recently announced National Planning Framework (NPF) which proposes Waterford as a regional city and become an ‘economic driver for the region’. She said all the work by the Council in making a persuasive case for a boundary extension “has been cast back in our faces”. “I was particularly annoyed by the Minister’s letter to Councillors in Waterford, in which he said he was persuaded by submissions under the NPF not to proceed with the boundary extension,” said Cllr. Roche. She said if Minister Coveney was undertaking a series of consultations after the Independent Boundary Commission had already announced its determination, “then he should have formally done that, and the Council
would have made strenuous political lobbying and efforts to persuade him [otherwise]”. She accused Minister Coveney’s statements to Waterford as being “false promises”, particularly about giving the city primacy to enable it as an economic driver of the region. Mr. Walsh revealed that the Council has already held a meeting with Department officials regarding the boundary extension, and while the Minister acknowledged the identity issue for people of South Kilkenny, what is now being considered is the administration of the area, which he described as “an entirely different matter” to the boundary proposal. He told Councillors he would be of the view “that the administration of the area which the Boundary Committee recommended, needs to move to Waterford City in all its parts”. He noted the Minister also stated that ‘no change’ is not a viable option. Mr. Walsh said there is “a strong historical record” that there hasn’t been any development in the South Kilkenny / north side of Waterford City. “It needs to be there, it is the future of Waterford City,” Mr.
Walsh said. “We are very clear and explicit in our view, in terms of what needs to happen there,” he said. “We will be making the case to the Minister and the Department,” Mr. Walsh added.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Further Education Courses in CCN Accounting Technician ACCOUNTING in Coláiste Chathail Naofa has always been delivered to a very high standard. This can be seen in the number of students who achieve high results. Every year the Accounting Technicians Ireland, the examining body, put together a league table of results. Each year a student from Coláiste Chathail Naofa is placed in the top twenty. Last year’ it was Cathy Dunne’s turn. She was placed 18th overall after two years of study. Cathy also achieved Accounting Technician Student of The Year at the Coláiste Chathail Naofa annual awards night. This is given in recognition of the work and dedication put in by each student as well as how much they engaged with the course. Cathy chose to study at CCN as it was local which made it more affordable. She also found that the smaller class size was an advantage, ‘it was easy to ask a question in class and I got a lot of one-on-one time from the teachers’. JOB OPPORTUNITIES Completing the course allowed Cathy to apply for many interviews, ‘I found one of the things employers were looking for at interview was to have a qualification and experience with SAGE Accounts which I got in 2nd year on the course. The course does a great job combining theory with the practical side of things’. There is a current shortage of Accounting Technicians in Ireland, so it is a huge growth area with good job prospects. While it can be used as a stepping stone to further study it is a very useful qualification to have for running your own business or doing accounts for family members and other clients. PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES Cathy is currently working part time as she is also working towards her CPA (Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland) exams to become a fully qualified accountant. Examples of other progression opportunities include those with The Chartered Association of Certified Accountants and the BA in Accounting (Hons) in WIT The Accounting Technician course is a 2-year full time professional qualification. Four subjects are studied each year including Financial Accounting, Taxation, Management Accounting, Management, Law, MS Excel and SAGE Accounts & Payroll. Entry to all courses at Coláiste Chathail Naofa are by interview and the first round will be held in May. Application forms are available on our website www.ccndungarvan.com along with further details of all of our courses.You can also follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates.
Accounting Technician Course Co-ordinator Muireann Fitzgerald congratulating Cathy Dunne on her high achievement in the ATI exams.
Blawnin Clancy, Siobhan Harrison, Brid Nielsen, Rayleen Clancy and Eveleen Drohan at the opening of Joan Clancy Gallery Easter Show in Mweelahorna, An Rinn. [Joan Clancy]
Joan Clancy Gallery Easter Group Show a wonderful treat THERE was a lovely gathering at the opening preview of the Easter Group Show in Joan Clancy Gallery overlooking the sea in Mweelahorna, Ring last Thursday night (April 13th) and all were impressed by the fine work on the walls by some of Ireland’s best painters, and by the stunning scenery outside. “Our Easter Group Show will be open every day until April 23rd and we are delighted to exhibit a collection of exciting work by Ciara Gormley, Blawnin Clancy, Andrea Jameson, Damaris Lysaght, Katarzyna Gajewska, Rayleen Clancy, Paula Taylor, Sinead Ní Chionaola, Noeleen Crossan and others” says Joan Clancy. “The exhibition will also feature on the art trail of West Waterford Festival of Food, April 21st-23rd” she added.
Some of the exhibiting artists who took part in the Easter Group Show currently in Joan Clancy Gallery are Paula Taylor, Rayleen Clancy, Noeleen Crossan and Blawnin Clancy. [Martin T. Landers] Located in Mweelahorna near Ring College (Coláiste na Rinne) in the Waterford
CIARA GORMLEY © Spring Canopy, Cappagh, Co. Waterford (Oil on canvas 80x100cm).
Gaeltacht, Joan Clancy Gallery is 10k south of Dungarvan in Ireland’s Ancient East.
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PAULA TAYLOR © Faoilean Ban, Helvick, Co. Waterford (Watercolour 43x55cm framed).
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Hospital musicians perform for Councillors at Plenary meeting SOME classical music eased Councillors into their April meeting of the Plenary Council last week, courtesy of hospital musicians from ‘Kids’ Classics’, Gráinne Hope (Cellist) and Liam Merriman (Guitarist). Kids’ Classics is a national not-for-profit organisation that provides high quality music making opportunities in educational, healthcare and community settings. Waterford Arts Office ran an intensive training course for Waterford musicians who want to work in healthcare settings. The Arts Office wanted to highlight the work being done in this area, which receives local authority and Arts Council support. In an effort to make the arts accessible, the Arts Office is holding ‘Art in Unexpected Places’ from time to time, and the Council Chamber is not a place where you would usually find musicians. Both Gráinne and Liam qualified as hospital musicians in a pioneering European programme (the Leonardo da Vinci lifelong learning initiative) led by Musique et Santé, France. “The profession exists of
Pictured above: Liam Merriman (Guitarist) and right: Gráinne Hope (Cellist), both from Kid’s Classics, who performed at the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council. hospital musicians and we work in hospitals across Ireland,” said Liam, who is also involved with the Healing Arts Trust in Waterford. He said they were invited to come to Waterford by Arts Officer Margaret Organ, to invest a whole new skillset in a team of young musicians, which will benefit them and the communities in which they are placed. “We talk to young musicians to let them know there is a career option to bring music into health care settings,” said Liam. The duo performed two pieces of music as Councillors
entered the Chamber at Dungarvan Civic Offices before the start of the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council. The musicians received applause from all present in the Chamber, with Mayor Adam Wyse jesting to Councillors that “it might hopefully put ye in a better mood before the meeting starts!” Cllr. Declan Doocey said it was a pleasure to hear the music, while Cllr. Seanie Power noted the importance of their work in hospitals. For more information check out www.kidsclassics.ie or find them on Facebook.
Council’s policy committee happy how funding is allocated to festivals and events WATERFORD Council’s Corporate Policy Group (CPG) are happy with the current process on how funding is allowed to festivals. At the April meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Eddie
Mulligan had asked for an update on his query regarding a review of the process of how funding is allocated for festivals and events. Director of Services, Lar Power, said funding is independently assessed for festivals and
events and it was discussed at a recent CPG meeting. He said the CPG members unanimously agreed to stick with the current process on how funding is determined and allocated.
Council agrees to repair and maintenance of windows and doors for certain tenants WATERFORD Council’s Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) on housing has agreed to consider repair and maintenance of windows and doors of certain local authority tenants. At the April meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald sought an update on his query about having the Council fund repairs and maintenance to windows and doors in
their housing stock. Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing, said the matter had been referred to the SPC and was recently discussed. “It was agreed at the SPC that windows and doors may be replaced at the discretion of the Council, but only in the case of older persons,” Ms. Breathnach said.
However, Cllr. Tom Cronin said he understood that people with a medical condition would also be covered to have their windows and doors replaced. Ms. Breathnach said it was her understanding that it was in relation to older people only, but she said she would check that detail and come back to Cllr. Cronin with an answer at a later date.
Preparations are well underway for the sixth annual Darkness into Light walk in Dungarvan. Pictured are 2017 Committee Members, Stephen McCarthy and Caroline Hurley. [John Pelham]
Preparations underway for 6th Annual Darkness into Light walk for Pieta House in Dungarvan PREPARATIONS are underway for our 6th Darkness into Light walk in Dungarvan. Starting at St. Augustine’s College, Dungarvan, at 4.15 a.m. on May 6th, we are all buzzing for another huge crowd and yet another successful walk raising much needed funds for our very own Pieta House in Waterford City. This year we are encouraging people to register online at www.pieta.ie and pick up your t-shirts at the following venues, or alternatively registrations taking place at the following locations in the adjacent table.
Date
Where
Time
Fri 28th April
The Red Store, Youghal
5:30pm – 7:30 pm
Sat 29th April
Keevers Bar, Ardmore
7pm – 8:30 pm
Sat 29th and Sun 30th April
Dungarvan shopping centre
12pm - 6pm
Thurs 4th and Fri 5th May
Elverys Sports (Formerly Ger Wyleys)
10am – 5:30pm
*St. Augustine’s College have a “NO DOGS” policy on their grounds and have asked that we respect their wishes. MEMORY TREE The Memory Tree each year brings much peace to people writing their personal messages to their loved ones on biodegradable tags. These tags are then buried beneath the tree
along the route of our walk. Thanks to Blackwater Garden Centre for sponsoring our tree again for 2017. Watch out next week for information on our own Pieta House in Waterford.
MOTORING Nissan Qashqai & X-Trail.
Nissan top selling car brand in March FOLLOWING a successful February, Nissan was once again the car brand of choice for Ireland during the month of March – claiming over 12.5% of new car sales for the month. The award winning Nissan Qashqai, became the top selling car in Ireland for the second month in a row. High demand for Nissan’s crossovers including the 5 and 7
seater X-Trail and Juke have also remained unchanged from February. Nissan are continuing to dominate the crossover car market from all angles and price points with over 20% share of the segment. Nissan hopes this success will continue into April, which will see the launch of the drastically different All New Nissan Micra across the dealerships nationwide.
Gardai can now test motorists for Drugs at the roadside ON Wednesday, 12th April The Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Mr. Shane Ross, announced the commencement of the drug driving provisions in the Road Traffic Act 2016. One of the key measures in the legislation provides for Preliminary Drug Testing, which will enable Gardaí to test motorists whom they suspect of driving under the influence of drugs at the roadside. The launch of the new measures, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána, the Medical Bureau for Road Safety (MBRS) and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) took place at Store Street Garda Station in Dublin. The new Garda powers mean Gardaí can now establish roadside checkpoints, Mandatory Intoxicant Checkpoints (MIT), to test drivers for the presence of both alcohol and drugs. The new drug testing devices (Dräger DrugTest 5000) involve testing a sample of a driver’s oral fluid (saliva) for the presence of cannabis, cocaine, opiates (e.g. heroin, morphine) and benzodiazepines (e.g. valium). The new devices will also be available in Garda stations. The MBRS has found that of the 3,020 specimens of blood and urine that it received in 2016, 24% confirmed positive for drugs other than alcohol. Of these, 91% were specimens from male drivers, most of whom were in the 17-44 year age range. Cannabis was the most prevalent drug detected, fol-
lowed by benzodiazepines. Speaking at the launch, Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Mr Shane Ross, said the introduction of Preliminary Drug Testing is an important step in tackling drug driving: “Driving under the influence of drugs has been an offence in Ireland since 1961. The law states that a person must not be impaired (through alcohol, drugs or any combination of both) while driving or in charge of a vehicle. However, driving under the influence of drugs remains a problem in Ireland. It is estimated that drug driving is a factor in approximately one in ten fatal crashes. Drug driving not only puts the driver at risk but also passengers and others who share the road. The introduction of Preliminary Drug Testing now strengthens the ability of the Gardaí to tackle the problem. This is just one step in a multi-faceted approach my Department and I are taking to tackle the recent increase in road fatalities.” Assistant Commissioner Michael Finn, Roads Policing and Major Event /Emergency Management, stated that: “The new roadside test for drugs will enable An Garda Síochána to tackle the serious issue of drug driving. There will be 86 drug screening devices located in Garda stations nationally and 50 more available for use at the roadside. Over time up to 150 devices will be available for use at the roadside. While the test
will take longer to conduct than the roadside test for alcohol, the test is easy to carry out and within minutes will tell if a driver has drugs in their system. This new screening device is an important tool for An Garda Síochána in the identification of drug drivers, ensuring our roads are safer for everyone to use.” Preliminary Drug Testing will be carried out by An Garda Síochána using the Dräger DrugTest® 5000, an easy to use mobile drug screening system that uses oral fluid to test for some of the most commonly abused drugs. To support the introduction of Preliminary Drug Testing, the RSA will run a comprehensive online media campaign, targeting the use of illicit drugs in the 18 to 34 year old age bracket, to raise awareness of the new Garda drug-testing powers. This campaign will primarily feature videos which demonstrate how the drug tests will be administered on the road side and the consequences should a driver be detected driving under the influence of drugs. This awareness campaign will run on social media, radio and digital platforms. The RSA is also running a parallel campaign aimed at allaying the concerns of those taking medicines and driving (over the counter and prescription drugs). Specifically, the RSA is putting information leaflets into pharmacies and doctors’ surgeries nationwide.
Mercedes-Benz GLA-1.
Mercedes-Benz GLA – Gets features upgrade, new look and lower price NEW facelift versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLA will shortly arrive on the market here, priced lower than its predecessor despite having had a number of bodywork, style and equipment changes augmented locally by the inclusion of an enhanced level of standard specifications valued in excess of €6,000. Items now featuring as standard on models being sold here include heated front seats, Garmin satellite navigation preparation, Thermotronic air conditioning, Dynamic Select comfort settings, remote online connectivity, LED lights and high beam assist function In response to what Mercedes-Benz themselves call their ‘biggest and most competitive product offensive’, the latest version GLA will launch at €34,759 (for the bestselling GLA180d model) – a figure lower than the model it replaces thanks to the ‘progressive price position’ being followed here by Mercedes-Benz since late last year. Described as the entry-
level SUV within what the luxury carmaker calls its ‘new generation compact class’, the GLA was first introduced just four years ago and is one of a range of ‘younger-size’ models introduced by Mercedes-Benz in recent times. Amongst the numerous improvements made to the GLA is an extended range of engines, modified bumpers, additional light-alloy wheels and an attractive ‘canyon beige’ colour. New too is a Comfort Exclusive package that enhances the previous Exclusive package with the addition of SUV-specific black leather seats with buffalo-hide look, with Style and Urban versions also fitted with new seat cover fabrics. New soft LED headlamps replace previous optional bixenon headlamps, while the interior gets new seat covers, new trim and new chrome control panels. Rear improvements include hands-free access with a boot lid that can be opened and closed with a foot movement. Optionally available is a 360-degree camera
that projects the surroundings of the car in full and split screen format. Alongside other model introductions, the GLA has proven to be one of Mercedes-Benz’s most popular new generation compacts – models that, collectively, have sold over two million versions worldwide since breaking on to the market in 2011. Noting that no other premium manufacturer can lay claim to such a comprehensive range, Mercedes-Benz compact models are being sold in 170 markets around the globe – helping the company to achieve its sixth record year in a row, with first time, annual sales last year of two million passenger cars worldwide. Seen as having done much to make the brand more youthful, their success in the marketplace is recognised in plans to expand the series from the current five to eight models, and by the fact that the average age of current A-Class generation drivers is roughly 13 years younger than for the preceding series.
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Dungarvan set to celebrate Poetry Day Ireland with special lunchtime recital POETRY Day Ireland, which takes place on Thursday, 27th April, is a major one-day festival of Irish poets and poetry, at home and abroad. In 2017, the theme is “Poetry Connects,” and listed in the nationally distributed brochure of events, is Waterford City and County Council’s presentation of “Words in the Air,” a special
lunchtime recital with poet, Clodagh Beresford Dunne and uilleann piper, David Power. The event is due to take place in The Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower. Main Street, Dungarvan, at 1 pm on Thursday, 27th April. Clodagh Beresford Dunne was the recipient of the 2016 Arts Council of Ireland Emerging
The poem ‘Seven Sugar Cubes’ by Clodagh Beresford Dunne which appeared in The Irish Times last week.
Writer Award Bursary and was the featured emerging writer at last October’s Dromineer Literary Festival. Her poems have appeared, or are forthcoming, in a large number of international print and online publications, and within the last year, she has given readings, on two separate occasions, in the USA; in universities in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as part of Culture Ireland’s International programme and, in February, 2017, in Washington, DC where she was one of five international women poets to read her work and participate in a discussion panel, at the annual AWP Conference and book fair. The
Clodagh Beresford Dunne.
celebrated American poet, Jan Beatty has said “Clodagh Beresford Dunne’s work is stellar, riveting, and from the heart. Hers is a necessary voice, one which brings courage and hope to her readers and listeners.” The poem “Seven Sugar Cubes,” by Clodagh Beresford Dunne, published in The Irish Times, on Saturday, 8th April last, garnered widespread national and international recognition, being circulated and shared extensively on twitter and other social media sites, and described by Irish and international commentators as “Breathtaking” and “Stunning.” A native of Dungarvan, Clodagh holds degrees in English and in Law, is a qualified solicitor and public speaking teacher and lives here with her husband and four children. MASTER PIPER, DAVID POWER David Power is a master of the uilleann pipes. Influenced by the great pipers of the past he is well known for his appearances at Irish and international music and arts festivals. He has performed in the Sydney Opera House (as part of the “Masters of Tradition” tour) and on Broadway (as a cast mem-
ber of Eugene O’Neill’s ‘A Touch of the Poet’, starring Gabriel Byrne,) and has completed several international tours. Winner of All-Ireland and Oireachtas Piping prizes, he has been a member of music groups, including Liam Clancy’s ‘Fairweather Band’, ‘Gorumna’ and more recently ‘Pipers Union’. He has three critically acclaimed solo recordings ‘My Love is in America’, ‘Cuachín Ghleann Neifin’ and ‘The Eighteen Moloney’ and has performed with Irish and international poets, including the late Seamus Heaney and former US Poet Laureate, Robert Pinsky. He collaborated with accordionist Tony MacMahon, writer Dermot Bolger and Director John Comisky to develop a show called ‘The Frost is All Over’ and he regularly performs with fiddle player Martin Hayes. He has collaborated upon a project for stage with Kerry
Hardie and Olivia O’Leary, based on the 6th Century Irish Christian church which had its debut at the Kilkenny Arts festival in 2015. In 2016, he curated the nationally acclaimed “Love, Loss and Rebellion” performances, with Martin Hayes, Dennis Cahill and Maighread and Triona Ní Dhomhnaill, the success of the Dungarvan-based performance of which, has given rise to the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival (August 4th-7th 2017.) Together with musicians, Colin Dunne, Maeve Gilchrist and Tola Custy, he devised the show, “Edges of Light,” which will be performed in New York in June 2017. David embarks on a European tour of “The Piper and the Faerie Queene” with, Camerata Kilkenny, in the spring of 2018. All events for Poetry Day Ireland can be found on www. poetryireland.ie.
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Launch of the Waterford Camino EXCITING NEW TOURIST TRAIL SET TO ATTRACT NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL VISITORS TO WATERFORD GREENWAY AND COASTAL ROUTES A NEW era for tourism in Waterford City and County was heralded at the launch of Waterford Camino Tours in Waterford Treasures on Saturday last. Almost 200 people turned out to hear Phil Brennan and Elaine Harvey announce the ground-breaking tourism dynamic for Waterford that will encourage visitors to extend their “dwell time”, stay longer and enjoy the many unrivalled tourist attractions that Waterford now offers. Waterford Camino Tours unveiled a very distinctive range of spiritual and sports packages to meet the requirements of an ever-evolving domestic and international tourism market. Their spiritual packages have the 4star Athenaeum House Hotel in Ferrybank as their base and includes bike hire on the Greenway, bus transfers, guided walks with reflective ‘compass points’ to steer visitors on their journey each day. The sports packages will have the Viking Hotel as a base with the Greenway and W.I.T. Sports Arena as the ideal setting for motivational sports clinics and team building programmes. Phil believes that “the arrival of the
Greenway opens up the stunning vistas and seascapes on our doorstep in Waterford like never before and presents an unprecedented opportunity for the city and county to carve out a unique space in the Irish tourism landscape.” Phil and Elaine are well known in the city for their work with the Island of Ireland Peace Choir, and, more recently, with the High Hopes Choir. Phil has recently completed a PhD in Spirituality and he spoke passionately at the launch on the need to break new boundaries in the promotion of the spiritual in modern Ireland. “The Greenway and the beautiful trails that lead off it invite people to take ‘timeout’ from the often frantic pace of modern life and be inspired by the wonders of the natural world in their search for meaning and purpose” Phil stated. Phil and Elaine have mapped out their own Waterford Camino with the Greenway as its spine and with many beautiful arteries that lead off it including Crough Woods, the Mahon Falls and Clonea Beach. Waterford Camino Tours also invites visitors to experience the aesthetic delights of Dungarvan,
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Tramore and Dunmore East with stunning cliff walks included in their range of packages. Phil spoke of the historic association between what Waterford Camino Tours are starting now and what has been happening in the city and county for centuries. “St. Declan paved the way in the 5th Century in his now infamous pilgrim walk from his Holy Well in Ardmore to Cashel, and, from here in the Mayor’s Wine Vault over 500 years ago, Mayor James Rice set out on his pilgrimage to Northern Spain in 1473 and 1483 to walk the renowned Camino de Santiago.We are simply re-interpreting this proud heritage in light of all that Waterford offers today.” Music at the launch was provided by the Island of Ireland Peace Choir, members of the High Hopes Choir and the SpeakupSingout Choir from Dublin. Guest speakers included the Mayor of Waterford Cllr. Adam Wyse, John Halligan, T.D., Sarah Fitzpatrick, Failte Ireland, and Jacqui Gaule, Enterprise Ireland. This new initiative was also welcomed by local businesses and other local tourist attractions who will partner with Waterford Camino Tours. Waterford Camino Tours welcome their first groups in May of this year as they roll out a diverse range of packages from 3 Day Sports and Spiritual Caminos, to Gentle Caminos to Team Building Caminos aimed at the Corporate Market. Elaine and Phil both speak of the “goodwill and support they have in the city” and take their first steps out onto the tourist trail with “a sense of excitement and maybe a little trepidation.” www.waterfordcamino.com
Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Adam Wyse pictured with Dr. Phil Brennan and Elaine Harvey at the launch in the Medieval Museum of Waterford Camino Tours. [Noel Browne]
Lynn Cahill, Waterford City & County Council with Elaine Harey, Waterford Camino Tours. [Noel Browne]
Trócaire 2017 Lenten Campaign TRÓCAIRE has thanked people from Co. Waterford for supporting its 2017 Lenten campaign, which comes to an end this week. The organisation is reminding people that Trócaire boxes can be returned to Parishes across the county. “Schools, individuals and Parishes from Co.Waterford have been incredibly supportive of Trócaire this Lent, from taking Trócaire boxes into their homes to welcoming speakers from Trócaire to share information and stories about the people and communities at the heart of the campaign,” said Eamonn Meehan, Executive Director of Trócaire. “The Lenten campaign this year highlighted Trócaire’s humanitarian work with people who are facing grave threats from floods, droughts, other natural disasters and conflict. We can see from the current situation in Africa that this work is even more crucial now. Millions of people are facing starvation because of drought and conflict. Trócaire is working in Somalia, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Kenya to try to save lives in the face of what the UN has described as the greatest humanitarian disaster since World War Two,” Eamonn Meehan said. “This work, and work in many other developing countries, is only possible because of the generous donations made by people from across Ireland. Each and every cent placed in the Trócaire box can make the difference between life and death for people who are barely surviving.” “Parishes across the country will receive returned Trócaire boxes from this week,” said Mr Meehan. “We would be extremely grateful if anyone who has a Trocaire box at home or in work could kindly drop it back to their local Parish and we can start putting these generous donations into action.” To find out more about Trócaire’s Lenten campaign or to make a donation visit trocaire.org or call 1850 408 408.
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The Minister of State for Training, Skills and Innovation, John Halligan TD is pictured with Dr. Phil Brennan and Elaine Harvey, Dr. Eugene Broderick, Donnchadh O Ceallacháin, Keeper, Waterford [Noel Browne] Treasures Museums and Eamonn McEneaney, Director, Waterford Treasures Museums.
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Council receives evidence found amongst burning rubbish in Portlaw Woods EVIDENCE found amongst burning rubbish in Portlaw Woods is to be used in proceedings against the alleged perpetrator. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said a group of people who were hiking came across some burning rubbish in Portlaw Woods recently. “They put out the fire and found details amongst the rubbish,” he said. The information found included motor tax renewal
forms, credit agreements, etc. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin asked for the evidence to be passed to him so that the Council’s Environment section can pursue it. He also expressed concern that people would be burning rubbish in the woods. Concurring, Cllr. Clune said there was a fear if people were burning rubbish in the woods, it could spread with drier weather. He said there was at least three burned out vehicles in the woods in recent weeks. “People are buying cars for
around €300 or €400 and using the woods as a dirt track, and then burning out the cars, which is also another hazard as well,” said Cllr. Clune. He said a barrier is needed at the Kilbunny entrance to the woods to prevent vehicles entering. “There are vehicles reversing up from the Kilbunny entrance at night and dumping rubbish over the wall,” he said. “It is particularly where a lot of the commercial rubbish is being dumped.” Mr. Galvin said the Council
Public lighting need identified in Portlaw THE District Engineer for the Comeragh area is to examine a suggestion that public lighting is required in an area of Portlaw. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District
Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said a dark area at Bridge Street, Portlaw was identified by Gardaí as being an ‘area deficient of public lighting’. “One lamp post would be suf-
ficient. I would ask it be factored in before the Winter,” Cllr. Clune said. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said she would examine the suggestion.
Council to examine roundabout design for Fingerpost junction at Kilmacomma WATERFORD Council is examining a design for a roundabout at the fingerpost junction at Kilmacomma, on the R671 Dungarvan to Clonmel Road. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, told Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan that engineers are looking at incorporating a roundabout at the fingerpost
junction as part of the overall work in the area to alleviate flooding. Cllr. O’Ryan has called for a roundabout at the busy junction at previous meetings. “I have been asking for a roundabout at that junction for ages. It makes so much sense,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “The people living and travelling that road will be thrilled,
because it will help to increase safety there.” Mr. Hynes said there will be a design drawn up for a roundabout at the junction, and they will examine the consequences it has in relation to land-take. There is a Compulsory Purchase Order for the location as part of flood relief works expected to take place in the near future.
Councillors hopeful same level of service will continue for public lighting maintenance COUNCILLORS have expressed concerns about a possible change of provider for public lighting maintenance services and said they hoped that the same level of service will continue into the future. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan noted the contract for public lighting maintenance has come up for review, and there may or may not be a change of provider. Airtricity Utility Solutions Ltd., was awarded the contract in 2014 for three years to operate the maintenance services for public lighting in five local
authority areas (Waterford, South Tipperary, Carlow, Kilkenny and Wexford). Cllr. O’Ryan acknowledged the work of Airtricity staff over the last three years and praised their fast response to complaints about out-of-order public lighting. He said if, through public procurement, there is a change of service provider, “I hope the service will be just as good as the service we have received”. “I hope the people of Comeragh won’t be discommoded by a change of service provider,” he added. Cllr. Seanie Power also complimented the staff of Airtricity
on their maintenance work of the public lights in County Waterford. “Their work is second to none. They went above and beyond the call of duty,” he said. Cllr. Ray Murphy, LeasChathaoirleach, also commended the work done by Airtricity staff in the maintenance of public lighting. “I hope the service level continues going forward, as it was in the past,” he said. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the procurement was not finalised and was not in a position to comment on the matter.
couldn’t erect a barrier at the entrance of the woods without permission from Coillte. “Effectively we would be blocking access to their property,” Mr. Galvin said. “We have spoken to the regional manager of Coillte over the past two and a half years to try and secure entry points into the woods and to have clean-ups carried out,” he said. He said while the woods in Portlaw is Coillte’s responsibility, they would re-engage with the organisation on the issues. Meanwhile, Mr. Galvin
revealed that funding has recently been announced by the government to tackle illegal dumping. He said if funding is forthcoming, the Council will carry out clean-ups and surveillance, with a view to pursuing perpetrators. He said Portlaw would be specifically targeted with the funding, particularly the woods. “There has been a long running issue with illegal dumping at the woods in Portlaw,” Mr. Galvin acknowledged.
Greenway users reminded to keep the route litter free PEOPLE using the Greenway are being advised to take their litter away with them to ensure the facility is kept in peak condition. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said the amenity “looked resplendent” and he hopes it will continue to be litter free into the future. He said if people bring food and drink to eat along the route, “then they should be responsible and take their rubbish away with them”. He suggested the Council also examine the possibility of biodegradeable dog fouling bags, as some people had a tendency to clean dog foul from the path, but throw the bag over the embankment further along. However, Director of Services, Fergus Galvin disagreed, saying if people bring their dogs into public places, such as streets, the Greenway, or beaches, then it was the owners responsibility to clean up after their pooch, and put the
bag into the nearest bin. “The responsibility is on the dog owner to remove the dog foul and correctly dispose of it in a safe place - i.e. a bin,” Mr. Galvin said. He warned that if dog owners do not correctly dispose of dog foul, it can cause a health hazard, particularly if small children come into contact with it from the wheels of bicycles, etc. “The Greenway is a public facility with lots of children using it. If dog foul gets onto the wheels of a bike, it could easily and potentially become a serious health issue, particularly in relation to small children,” he warned. Cllr. O’Ryan sought a monthly report on the Greenway outlining such teething problems which could be addressed early. Mr. Galvin said there is a management and maintenance plan for the Greenway, and problems and issues which arise will be brought back to Councillors as they arise.
Council ‘stumped’ for solution to Portlaw’s bottle bank problem AN appeal has been made to local people in the Portlaw area to come up with suggestions to resolve the long-running saga over the location of the bottle bank. Several years ago, the bottle bank had to be moved from the centre of Portlaw due to a planning issue and was relocated two kilometres outside the town, at the GAA field. The relocation to the GAA field was only supposed to be a temporary solution until the Council found an adequate site closer to the town. Some people, including the elderly, who have no vehicles are finding it extremely difficult to walk to the bottle bank to dispose of their glass bottles. Cllr. Ray Murphy, Leas-
Chathaoirleach sought an update on the position at the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin admitted he was “stumped” at this stage for a solution. “Over the last number of years we’ve explored a number of locations, but could get no agreement at any of them. Anything we had received objections from local residents, or we couldn’t get agreement from landowners,” Mr. Galvin said. “Unless somebody from the locality can propose something, we would be quite open to look at options. But it is at a dead-end at the moment,” Mr. Galvin conceded.
Extra signage sought over road traffic concerns A COUNCILLOR has sought extra signage around the Kilrossanty, Mahon Bridge, Downey’s Cross areas of Comeragh to help alleviate traffic problems. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil said there is a series of bad bends from Mahon Bridge up to Kilrossanty and from Downey’s Cross to the Greenway, and sought the extra signage over road safety concerns. He said some vehicles tend to go too fast along the roads and there can be other vehicles parked along the side of the road. “Anything we can do to help prevent any accidents / collisions,” he said. District Engineer, Maria Goff said she would examine the situation with a view to erecting additional signage in the areas.
Surfacing of road in Kilmac’ expected during Summer WATERFORD Council is preparing tenders for tarmacadam of the road from Kilmacthomas to the GAA field. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil queried when work on the road will start? District Engineer, Maria Goff said tenders will shortly be prepared in relation to the laying of tarmacadam. She said there was no definitive date for the work, but estimated it will likely begin sometime during the Summer.
Councillor notes ‘re-emergence’ of potholes A COMERAGH Councillor has asked the Council to send their repair crews around the district after he noted the ‘reemergence of potholes’. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that he has noticed potholes around the local roads of the district. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, said there are two patching units operating on a continuous basis, which are assigned to areas on an agreed schedule. “There may be a small period of time when pot holes may remain on local roads, but once the patchers are in the area, priority will be given to ensure those potholes will be filled,” Mr. Hynes said.
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Judge refuses jurisdiction in alleged assault on Garda THE District Judge has refused jurisdiction in a case where a local man is alleged to have assaulted a member of An Garda Síochána. Thomas Harty (38) with an address at 15 George’s Court, Dungarvan, is accused of alleged
assault causing harm at Shandon halting site, Dungarvan, on 18th April, 2016. Giving an outline of the allegations at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan said Garda Tammy Hehir was injured on the date in
question when she was struck in the back by a large whiskey bottle which had been thrown at her. Insp. Sheahan said the officer was injured and was kept overnight in the hospital and later reported unfit for duty.
Men found in possession Dungarvan District Court of cannabis Drink driving cases adjourned to await Supreme Court ruling AT least 32 drink driving cases have been adjourned again at Dungarvan District Court to await a ruling by the Supreme Court in relation to a challenge to the drink driving law. Originally, a drink driving case had been referred from Dublin District Court to the High Court, as a motorist accused of drink driving had argued that the printed document from the breathalyser machine, (called the Evidenzer machine) printed the document in English only, and not in both Irish and English (as provided for in Section 13 of the Road Traffic Act 2010). The High Court held in favour of the accused, but the DPP appealed the decision to the Court of Appeal, which reversed the High Court decision. The accused man, a Romanian, was granted leave to appeal by the Supreme Court, and the DPP was also granted leave to appeal certain findings. The Supreme Court has reserved judgement in the case. Currently, there are at least 32 drink driving cases in the court list at Dungarvan District Court. Judge Terence Finn adjourned the cases to 10th May, 2015, to await a ruling by the Supreme Court.
Theft case further adjourned A DUNGARVAN-based Polish man who admitted the theft of alcohol from a local retailer had his case further adjourned in the District Court. Sylwester Mikolajek (35) formerly of 18 Silversprings, Dungarvan, now with an address at 5 Marine View, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to theft of wine from Centra Stores, Cloneety Villas, Dungarvan, on 21st July and 22nd August, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted a Probation Service report, which suggested an adjournment of one year to allow the accused to follow a path of reform. However, Judge Finn also noted the Probation Service indicated there was a probable ‘high risk factor’ in relation to potential reoffending. Judge Finn said he would adjourn the case to 24th May, 2017, initially and if the accused does not come to any further adverse attention, he would take it from there and possibly adjourn the case for a longer period. He directed that the accused is to continue engaging with the Probation Service in the interim period.
Theft charge marked proven A MAN who pleaded guilty to the theft of alcohol had the charge marked as proven, but no penalty imposed, at the District Court last week. Patrick Harty (64) with an address at Shandon, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to theft from Dunnes Stores, Dungarvan, on 25th October, 2015. The case was adjourned to allow the accused to pay compensation. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that full compensation has been paid. The court noted the accused has previous convictions. Mr. Burke said his client is not in good health. Judge Finn marked the offence as proven, but no penalty imposed, under Section 1 (2) of Probation Against Offenders Act.
TWO men who were observed ‘parked up’ in a vehicle were found to be in possession of cannabis. Conor Hayes (19) with an address at 7 Cloneety Villas, Dungarvan, and Jakub Zajac (18) with an address at 43 Leacan Fionn, Dungarvan, both pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for their own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Springmount, Dungarvan, on 9th July, 2016. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn
that Gardaí observed a vehicle parked up near Springmount roundabout, Dungarvan. He said after approaching the vehicle and speaking with the two accused, they were searched and found to be in possession of cannabis. He said Hayes was in possession of approximately €20 worth of cannabis, while Zajac was in possession of €200 worth of cannabis. Solicitor Martin Lavan, who represented both accused, said they both pleaded guilty to the charge and were co-operative.
In relation to Zajac, Mr. Lavan said his client, a Polish native, was “experimenting” with cannabis at the time, and it isn’t a habit. He said his client, who works full-time, has learned a lesson from all of this. Judge Finn said the court had to note that the accused was found in possession of a sizable amount of cannabis. He handed down a €250 fine. In relation to Hayes, his case was adjourned to 26th April, 2017, for consideration of penalty.
“It is only in the last couple of weeks she has returned to full duty,” Insp. Sheahan said. Judge Terence Finn refused jurisdiction and adjourned the case to 10th May, 2017, to allow for service of a Book of Evidence.
Bench warrant issued A MAN who failed for a fourth time to appear in the District Court had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. Eddie Power (36) with an address at St. Vincent’s Hostel, Cork, is accused of alleged theft from Centra Store, Cloneety Villas, Dungarvan, on 14th January, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted that this is the fourth time the accused has failed to appear in court in relation to this matter. With no valid reason for the accused’s absence, Judge Finn issued a bench warrant for his arrest.
One month jail sentence for criminal damage A CAPPOQUIN man who caused criminal damage to a Garda patrol car was handed a one month jail sentence last week. Shane Power, formerly of Barrack Street, Cappoquin, but currently in custody, pleaded guilty to a charge of criminal damage at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 3rd December, 2016. He also pleaded guilty to a charge of possession of cannabis for his own use, as well as a charge of being intoxicated in public and using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that on 28th January, 2015, Gardaí received a complaint about a male on the premises of Paddy Power’s Bookmakers at Crossbridge Street, Dungarvan. When Gardaí arrived, they searched the accused and found him in possession of approximately €10 worth of cannabis resin. Insp. Sheahan said on 3rd December, 2016, Gardaí received a report of a male intoxicated at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan.
On arrival, they observed the accused stumbling on the footpath. Insp. Sheahan said the accused became aggressive and attempted to headbutt a shop window. When he was arrested and placed in the Garda patrol car, the accused attempted to kick out the back door and caused some damage, valued at €50. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client pleads guilty to the charges. Insp. Sheahan said the accused has 92 previous convictions dating back to 2006. Mr. Gordon said his client had “overindulged” on the date when damage was caused to the Garda car, as a family member was in hospital at the time. “He apologises for that,” Mr. Gordon said. “He has cleaned up his act.” Mr. Gordon said his client has difficulty in hearing, which arose as a result of a road traffic collision when he was young. He said the accused underwent surgery recently to treat his hearing loss. “My client is currently in custody on
another matter. He is doing well in prison and is attending an anger management course and a change of life course. He wants to change his life around,” Mr. Gordon said. “This operation was carried out and he expects his life to improve now. “My client acknowledges he is well known to the court and wishes to apologise to the Gardaí and to the Bookies staff for all the trouble he caused.” For the damage to the Garda car, Judge Finn handed down a one month prison sentence, which was backdated. The other charges were marked as proven and taken into consideration. Judge Finn noted the accused “was a regular attender of the District Court” as a defendant, going back to the now defunct Cappoquin District Court. “I hope his appearances here at court have come to an end,” said Judge Finn. “I wish him well with the surgical procedure and hope it assists him into the future,” he added.
‘Momentary lapse of concentration’ in minor collision A DRIVER who collided with the rear of the vehicle in front will have a road traffic charge struck out if she makes a donation to the court poor box. Barbara Wallace (46) with an address at 53 College Avenue, Moyross, Limerick, pleaded guilty to driving without due care and consideration for other road users, contrary to Section 51 (A) of the Road Traffic Act (a charge which was reduced from careless driving, contrary to Section 52 of the Road Traffic Act), at Coolydoody, Ballyduff,Tallow,
on 9th August, 2016. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the accused was driving on the date in question and collided with the rear of a vehicle in front of her on the road. He said there were no injuries in the minor collision and all matters were rectified as the accused and the injured party driver were both covered by insurance. He described the collision as a “momentary lapse of concentration” by the accused.
Solicitor Niall King said his client has no previous convictions. He said his client is the mother of four children and works part-time, and she was visiting the area on the date in question to go shopping for a confirmation. Judge Finn said the court would put the incident down to a momentary lapse of concentration and would strike out the charge if a donation of €250 was paid to the court poor box. The case was adjourned to 24th May, 2017, to allow the accused to pay the donation.
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Tragic death in rough seas recalled at inquest A SNORKEL diver drowned when he got into difficulties in rough seas off Ardmore, Co. Waterford, an Inquest heard in Waterford, last week. Electrical worker Daniel Butler (39) with an address at No. 12, The Burrows, Coneyboro, Athy, Co. Kildare, was airlifted from the sea by a rescue helicopter and was taken to University Hospital Waterford, where he was pronounced dead on June 12, 2016. A major air and sea search involving the rescue helicopter, coastguards and the Helvick and Youghal NLRI Lifeboats was launched following an initial report that two snorkel divers were missing. A lifelong friend of the
drowned man, James O'Neill told the Inquest that they were experienced divers and arranged to go snorkelling in the sea off the Flat Rocks, Ardmore, on Sunday afternoon.The sea was rough and waves were breaking off the rocks but they had been out in similar weather before. They chose a calm stretch to go into the water. But the current was pulling them out to sea and they decided to come ashore. He looked back to see if Daniel was following him but could see no sign of him. It was difficult to reach the shore and get his breath back. The waves were throwing him back and pushing him into the sea. As he tried to pull Daniel to safety a wave came and the strug-
gling man lost his footing. The witness said he managed to scramble ashore and ran to his car to raise the alarm. Rescue volunteer John Innes said the search centred on the sea between Ardmore and Goat Island. CPR was applied immediately when the body was recovered from the water. Garda Colm O'Callaghan, Ardmore, said the alarm was raised by James O'Neill when he reached his car. He was exhausted and very upset. Sea conditions were windy and the waves were crashing off the rocks. The body of Daniel Butler was spotted floating east and five minutes later the coastguard confirmed that they recovered the body from the water. The search
Case adjourned to monitor youth facing numerous charges A COUNTY Waterford youth who has a number of historic charges against him dating back to 2014, pleaded guilty to newer charges brought against him in the District Court last week, and had his case adjourned to monitor his behaviour. The 17-year-old youth who cannot be named as he is underage, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place on 18th April, last year. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the accused was acting in an aggressive manner towards members of the Emergency Services. He said there was a similar charge against the youth on 16th April, 2016, along with a charge of being intoxicated in public. Insp. Sheahan said the youth was also detected in possession of
a hatchet on the date in question, contrary to Section 9 (4) of the Firearms and Offensives Weapons Act. On 14th October, 2016, Gardaí came across the youth in an intoxicated state, after he ran out in front of a Garda patrol vehicle. He was arrested for his own safety. Insp. Sheahan said on 14th June, 2016, Gardaí observed the accused walking towards his home in the early hours of the morning, in breach of his curfew. After searching the accused, Gardaí found him in possession of a pen-knife, contrary to Section 9 (1) of the Firearms and Offensive Weapons Act. The youth also faces some historic charges - two charges of criminal damage on 12th September, 2014 and one criminal damage charge on 21st April, 2015; and public order charges
on 8th July, 2015 and 14th October, 2016. Solicitor David Burke said his client pleads guilty to all the charges. He said in relation to the possession of the pen-knife, he said his client was in possession of it because he was ‘lamping’ that night. Judge Finn noted that the charges date back to 2014 and said the accused, “like a rolling stone”, gathered more charges since then. Mr. Burke said his client has €100 in court as compensation towards damage to a vehicle and said there is an outstanding balance of €300. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 11th October, 2017, to allow the accused to gather the rest of the compensation and to monitor his behaviour.
Road traffic charge struck out A TEACHER who had a “momentary lapse of concentration” when her vehicle collided with another, had a road traffic charge struck out when she made a donation to the court poor box. Ciara O’Shea (36) with an address at 99 Meadow Bank, Cork Road,Waterford, pleaded guilty to driving without due care and consideration for other road users, contrary to Section 51 (A) of the Road Traffic Act (a charge which was reduced from careless driving, contrary to Section 52 of the Road Traffic Act), at the Burgery, Dungarvan, on 17th December, 2015. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the
accused was driving out the N25 in the direction of Waterford when a vehicle in front pulled into the right side of the road to make a right turn. “The accused did not take note and collided with the back corner of the vehicle,” said Insp. Sheahan. “There were no injuries in the collision.” Solicitor David Burke said his client is a teacher who travels up and down the road each day to work. “It was a momentary lapse of concentration on her part. She has no previous convictions,” Mr. Burke said. A donation of €250 was made to the court poor box and Judge Finn struck out the charge.
was called off when it was established that only one man was missing. Consultant Pathologist Rob Landers, who carried out a post mortem examination on the deceased man on the following day, said he found some water in the lungs. Blood samples were negative for alcohol and drugs. In his opinion death was due to drowning. Waterford Coroner John Goff, solr., returned a verdict of misadventure and found that death was caused by drowning. He said it was a very tragic accident and the victim was a very young man who was involved in a sport that he loved. Sea activities were wonderful but the sea could be very cruel.
Fine for possession of small amount of cannabis A MAN who admitted possession of a small amount of cannabis was fined last week. Arthur Daly (50) with an address at 7 Colligan View, Shandon, Dungarvan, 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 16th July, 2016. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí found some cannabis resin and plant material on the date in question. He said the total value of the cannabis was approximately €20. “He co-operated fully with Gardaí and admitted ownership,” said Insp. Sheahan. He acknowledged to the court that the substances were found “lying around” and were “not fresh”. The court heard that the accused has two previous convictions in relation to drugs possession. Judge Finn noted the Gardaí acknowledged the substances were of ‘vintage class’. Solicitor David Burke said his client accepts the cannabis was found in his house, but is dubious whether the substances were his, and said the substances could have belonged to another party who no longer lives at the address. “My client has been clean of drugs for over three years and has not been involved with drugs for a long period of time,” Mr. Burke said. Judge Finn handed down a €350 fine.
Eamonn Terry, Criostal na Rinne, and Pat Keane, Willow & Oak, pictured at the 'Get Greenway Ready!' event recently organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber with Waterford City & County Council in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Little Conquerors LITTLE Conquerors would like to thank Perks Entertainment Centre Youghal for facilitating our Easter event recently. Great fun was had by all. UPCOMING EVENTS • Little Conquerors are delighted to announce that the Middletown Centre for Autism will be providing training on “understanding and managing challenging or inappropriate behaviour that may be associated with the difficulties and deficits of ASD. Strategies to promote social communication” on 1st June at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan (7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.). The training is free but places are limited, so registration is required. To register, please email Kerry at infolittleconquerors@gmail.com • Asiam-Step into the shoes of someone with Autism exhibition is coming to Dungarvan the 9th and 10th June. More details to follow. To request a membership form email: infolittleconquerors@gmail.com
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A lot won . . . a lot to do Right2Water FIANNA Fail the long parted twin of Fine Gael, together opened the door to the introduction of water charges further down the road. This means we continue to live in a country where privileged elites who have always abused their position continue to spin and lie and twist in order to keep alive their ideological efforts to privatise and commodify our human Right2Water. In this case, they kept going until they finally got a legal opinion (their 9th) that would say what they wanted it to say. Astonishingly from the same legal advisor who gave an opposite opinion on the same document last week. Fianna Fail proposed the introduction of water charges back in 2009 along with their junior “Green” partners, we should not be surprised at their about turn. Mary Butler TD achieved nothing, other than keeping alive the possibility of charges and privatisation. On the other hand the people mobilised and created the largest mass movement in the history of this State. This prevented the extreme centre parties FF, FG, LAB and Greens from being where they wanted to be now, imposing full cost recovery charges, with bills for a full household most likely in four figures, with water companies queuing up to bid for our water resources. The power of the mass movement of our citizens have
forced them to abandon the charges as they were. Bills as they were are gone. Domestic charges will be paid through general taxation, with the exception of.... a charge (as opposed to penalties in last weeks report) to anyone consistently using 170% of the average use per adult (currently 133 litres a day. A proposal to hold a referendum....but no date announced....don’t hold your breath on this happening under FG or FF. Further relief has been given to those in private schemes. Money will be paid back to those who paid their bills. Thanks to FF doing an about face however, there will now be meters in new builds and refurbishments Like the bin charges, they are going to spend years trying to roll back on this. We at R2W are not happy with this outcome as there is more to do. But remember what has been achieved. Remember where we were only three short years ago, how they intended a charge of €400 to €500 per average family, how they intended to reduce water to a trickle for non payment. And remember also that this is very far away from what FG, FF, Greens, Irish Water and most of all the Labour Party who did most to try to commodify our human Right2Water wanted to do to us. We have only just begun.
K n o w Yo u r R i g h t s Bringing a Dog into Ireland Question: I am moving back to Ireland after living in Greece for some years. Am I allowed to bring my dog with me? Answer: There are strict controls about importing pets into Ireland to ensure that diseases such as rabies are not introduced. The EU system of passports for pets allows cats, dogs and ferrets to travel between EU member states. You may bring your dog with you if you are moving to Ireland or coming on holiday (or any other movement that is not commercial and doesn’t involve the sale or change of ownership of the pet). Your dog must have an EU Pet Passport. This is available from private veterinary practices. The Passport certifies that the pet is travelling from an eligible country, is identified by an implanted microchip and has been vaccinated against rabies at least 21 days before travel. Dogs coming from countries other than the UK, Finland or Malta must be treated against tapeworm between 24 and 120 hours before travel. The time and date of treatment are entered on the passport. Treatment for ticks is not compulsory but it is advisable to get it at the same time as the tapeworm treatment. The operator of the airline or ferry company is legally obliged to send notice of the arrival of the animal to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine by email at least 24 hours before the journey to petmove@agriculture.gov.ie. Further information is available from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (agriculture.gov.ie/pets). Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlon Yard, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. FLAC (Free Legal Advice) available 2nd Thursday of every month by appointment only. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.
CIMA, in association with ABM Financial Advisers held an informative evening briefing at The Granville Hotel, Waterford. The guest speaker was Eoin J. Buckley - Director, ABM Financial. Pictured at the event were James Flahavan, Margaret Rossiter, Frank Moriarity, Siobhán Delahunty and Kevin Cooper, Chairman, CIMA Southern Area. [John Power]
17% less Gardaí in Waterford than the national average! LAST week, Cllr Eddie Mulligan received written answers to a number of questions he submitted, at last month’s Waterford Joint Policing Committee. Cllr Mulligan regularly raises his concerns, around the real visible deterrent, which is the number of Gardaí on the streets of Waterford. He continues to work with local Gardaí to ensure that Waterford City and County aspires, where possible, to attain the lowest national levels of crime, the highest levels of crime prevention and highest levels of public safety. His concerns were echoed by the divisional Garda response to his latest submission. Using the very latest statistics, from the 2016 population Census, there are currently 2.74 Gardaí per 1,000 head of population, on a national level. Whilst, at present, for the whole population of Waterford and Ferrybank (the South Kilkenny area which
is also policed by the Waterford Division), there are only 2.27 Gardaí per 1,000 head of population. This represents a 17.2% level of understaffing, when directly compared to the national averages. This, according to Cllr Mulligan, is unacceptable, intolerable and improper. Cllr Mulligan now calls on Waterford’s two Government TDs, Minister Halligan and Deputy Deasy, to immediately address this imbalance and assert the necessary pressure on Minister Frances Fitzgerald, to reverse this deplorable situation as a matter of priority. Cllr Mulligan wants more “Boots on the ground”, patrolling across the whole of Waterford. As he firmly believes a major deterrent to crime, is the greater visibility of our Gardaí on the beat. In addition, he has been a constant campaigner, at the
JPCs, for Community Gardaí to be reinstated on a full time basis. This on the ground policing, with the people and leaders in their own communities, will help to prevent crime and the scourge that is anti-social behaviour. Inquiring on suitability of vehicles for patrolling rural areas. Cllr Mulligan was informed that sufficient specialised vehicles were available and he welcomed the announcement that additional mountain bikes were being deployed to the Kilmacthomas area, in the near future, to facilitate the patrolling of the Greenway and its immediate environs. Cllr Mulligan stated, “With these very disappointing below average manpower figures, our local Gardaí have to be complimented for the work carried out to date. Delivering such good crime figures across the City and County cannot be easy with
17.2% less Gardaí available. More Gardaí are required, on the ground, to support our communities. This glaring omission in the number of Gardaí needs to be urgently addressed. With public order offence figures recently having increased by 41%. The additional information I received, shows the trend of public order offence figures being low, with the annual figure of 794 for 2016, the lowest since 2010. Where there were 1,417 public order incidents (source ICCS Crime Trend data). The trend data in relation to public order is positive, but with the Waterford economy having stabilised and the indication of strong growth ahead. Increased Gardaí numbers are essential to maintain this level of strong performance and a safe City and County.”
Statement from Mary Butler TD on Water Committee Report WATERFORD TD, and member of the Water Committee, Mary Butler has said that the end of water charges for 92% of Irish people, as recommended by the Oireachtas Water Services Committee, is proof that debate, discussion and dialogue is much more beneficial to the interests of the people TDs seek to serve than political posturing. The Report has now recommended that the failed water charging regime put forward by Fine Gael is now over. "The vast majority of households will no longer face water charges but those who wilfully and excessively abuse water will be fined. "Many on the hard left of Irish politics have sought to claim that the report fails to deliver what
Fianna Fáil sought. "The following questions should be asked of them: have charges been eliminated for the vast majority of households, will regular bills for water stop coming through people's letterboxes, are we tackling those who abuse the system and have we put in place a system that ensures Ireland meets its European obligations? "The answer to all is a clear yes, and a clear vindication of Fianna Fáil’s position pre, during and posts General Election 2016. "We didn’t win the election last year, but we decided to be constructive and use our mandate for the maximum benefit of voters and the country. “As part of the agreement we reached to facilitate the establish-
ment of a Government, we set in train the events that led to the Report. Those who sat on the side-lines, and did nothing shouldn’t complain about those who worked with others to deliver on their manifesto commitments. “Too many politicians talk a good game, but when push comes to shove, those on the hard left are too comfortable hurling abuse from the ditch than getting stuck in. I’m not afraid to get stuck in and do what’s needed to achieve results. “Let me be absolutely clear – I believe that ensuring that at least 92% of households not being charged for their water, making sure that the small minority who abuse the system is addressed and securing a referen-
Mary Butler T.D. dum on the public ownership of Irish Water is a good result. "Finalising our State's position on water charging, as we have done, allows us all focus on the other pertinent challenging our city and county, namely; housing, schools, healthcare and protecting ourselves from the risks associated with Brexit," concluded Butler.
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Brexit negotiations: The Entire Island of Ireland requires EU Special Status EUROPEAN candidate for Ireland South, Kieran Hartley, has called for the entire country to be given EU special status, not just Northern Ireland. “There have been many calls for Northern Ireland to be assigned EU special status in order to avoid economic turmoil in Northern Ireland,” said Mr. Hartley. “MEP’s, including Ireland’s MEPs, have endorsed a resolution which states that Brexit negotiations must recognise the ‘unique and special circumstances confronting the island of Ireland’. “Our geographic Island position off the North West of the EU mainland and westward of Britain has resulted in the UK being one of Ireland’s primary trading partners. We cannot alter our geography. Historically our Agri and SME sectors have significant trade with the UK and relatively recently our FDI’s,Tech and Pharmaceutical industries are located within the EU primarily to take advantage of the EU trading block. “Ireland, North or South, East or West, cannot afford to sacrifice either side of our vital economic activity; we must avoid economic turmoil on the entire Island or Ireland as best we can,” Mr. Hartley continued. “The entire Island of Ireland requires EU special status,” he said. “Manfred Weber MEP, and Chair of the EPP group said during the EU Parliament debate that we should ‘avoid a hard border in Northern Ireland’. “He warned Britain could not cherry-pick once it leaves the EU and that ‘a state outside of the European cannot have the same or better conditions than a state inside the European Union’. “The EU28 need to be aware of the consequence facing all of the members of the remaining EU27. Ireland’s geography dictates special status. Ireland’s Four Fine Gael MEP’s are part of this EPP political grouping and should be mindful of fellow EU MEP’s navel gazing from the EU mainland to the detriment of Ireland, North and South,” Mr. Hartley warned. “The Good Friday Agreement guarantees all Citizens of Northern Ireland access to an Irish passport and unhindered travel access to the EU, an allIsland EU special status will protect the right of NI citizens as EU citizens and all associated rights should they wish to avail of them.” Mr. Hartley continued: “This will strengthen the Good Friday
Orlaith Brady, Gourmet House; Michelle Daly, Waterford City & County Council; Francis Dwane and Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union, pictured at the 'Get Greenway Ready!' event recently organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber with Waterford City & County Council in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Kieran Hartley Agreement, an agreement that cannot be reneged on! An unseen consequence of the Good Friday Agreement is that it automatically infers different EU status to all Irish passport holders, North or South, in comparison the Dutch, German, French EU passport holders. “The entire Island is already special status and needs to be formally recognised as such by the EU and UK. “The notion of a hard border dissipates if there is all Island EU special status. The notion of a border poll dissipates if there is all Island special status, from a UK perspective dissipating border polls and special status may have a positive effect with regard to Scotland. “We need to maintain the common travel area; limiting EU special status to NI will not help achieve this. We need to preserve access to the single market and all Island EU special status guaranteed this for NI. “This will enable access to EU funding streams for the entire Island of Ireland and establish a quid-pro-quo between the EU and UK with regard to the Brexit bill. “There will be a border, geography creates history and the reality of our Island geography should be recognised. “We did not ask for Brexit, but we have to deal with the consequences of it as best we can. We can be Irish, Europeans and trade with our nearest neighbour as we currently do after Brexit. “Spain’s veto over Gibraltar in the EU negotiations heralds Irelands veto over itself with regard to EU membership – we cannot get our Brexit negotiations wrong. “The Unions of both the UK and EU are at risk if they get Brexit wrong. ‘Irexit’ is an entirely avoidable path if the entire Island of Ireland has EU special status with the Brexit negotiations between the EU and UK,” Mr. Hartley added.
Coffee House Lane blends with Waterford Chamber of Commerce WATERFORD’S family-run coffee roaster, Coffee House Lane, will host a Business After Hours, in association with Waterford Chamber at 5.30 p.m. on Thursday, April 27th. The event will celebrate the official opening of the Bergin family’s coffee roasting facility in the IDA Northern Extension (beside the An Post Mail Centre). The move from a 2,000 square feet premises in Kilcohan Industrial Complex to the new 6,000 square feet home at the IDA Northern Extension will facilitate increased production, create employment, expansion into new export markets and development of new coffee blends. Mark Bergin, founder of Coffee House Lane is excited about the official opening. “We are delighted to welcome local and regional businesses to our opening later this month. We have had great support from the business community and are delighted to offer the opportunity for friends, suppliers and colleagues to experience the coffee making journey first hand.” “We recently acquired a new 30kg roaster and installed an automated packing line which copper-fastens our commitment to roasting the best coffee in Waterford.” Although Coffee House Lane is a relatively new brand, Mark and his family have a long association with coffee. Mark’s
father, Stephen, began working with coffee in the 1960s. Coffee Warehouse created its first range, Ponticelli in 2009 and in 2014 launched its awardwinning signature ‘1690 Blend’ which pays tribute to the true home of coffee in Ireland, Coffee House Lane. In the late 17th century John Aikenhead, a merchant and visionary, first brewed and distributed coffee in Ireland from his Waterford coffee house in the aptly named Coffee House Lane. Some of the recent blends produced by Coffee House Lane retain a strong association with Waterford city and county
Stephen and Mark Bergin.
and include ‘Viking City Roast’ and ‘Copper Coast Roast’. These complement the further five Coffee House Lane blends, seven Ponticelli blends, six single origin coffees, six single estate coffees and three pod blends, that are currently produced. Despite the broad portfolio, Mark and his team have plans to broaden the range of blends on offer and are dedicated to sourcing the finest quality beans from Kenya, Sumatra, Ethiopia and Brazil along with developing new and innovative roasting techniques. Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Adam Wyse will be
in attendance on the evening, along with President of Waterford Chamber, Laurent Borla. Guests will also have the chance to roast and pack beans to take home and will be entered into a business card draw for a Nespresso Coffee Machine with a supply of Coffee House Lane compatible coffee pods. For bookings or more information about Coffee House Lane’s Business after Hours on Thursday, April 27th, contact Lynda Lawton, Waterford Chamber of Commerce on 051 311130 or email lynda.lawton@waterfordchamber.ie
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Commitment given to tackle weeds and overgrowth in Portlaw A COMMITMENT was given to have maintenance work carried out in and around Portlaw to tackle weeds and overgrowth and general untidiness. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said Portlaw is becoming “the town that time forgot” due all the build up of weeds, dust and dirt in the streets. “It feels like Portlaw is being left behind and being neglected,” he said. He also drew attention to the River Walkway, which was developed by the Council ten years ago at a cost of €130,000. “The whole place is overgrown with weeds,” Cllr. Clune said. He said Portlaw Taskforce were hoping to erect a remembrance piece of work along the River Walkway in relation to suicide awareness. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin gave a commitment that the street sweeper would be deployed around the streets of Portlaw in the coming weeks, and similarly, he would send a maintenance crew to look at the River Walkway.
Calls to remove ditch in Kilmac’ over vermin problem A VERMIN problem in the Summer has led to calls for the Council to remove a ditch in Kilmacthomas. Cllr. Ray Murphy told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that a ditch adjacent to the Rainbow Hall “often leads to vermin, particularly during the Summer”. “I note that some work has been done there to remove the bin from the playground area out into the car park, so that should help. But in the longer term could we look at removing that ditch because it is quite unsightly there, on the right hand side of Rainbow Hall,” Cllr. Murphy said. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said the Council would have to establish ownership of the ditch before any work would take place. She pointed out that it would also need funding to remove the ditch. Ms. Goff said she would follow up the matter and get back to Cllr. Murphy in relation to it. Meanwhile, Cllr. Liam Brazil asked that the car park at Rainbow Hall be lined. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said he would examine that suggestion.
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No driver feedback signs for Lemybrien But TII favourable towards a pedestrian crossing IT doesn’t look likely there will be any driver feedback signs for Lemybrien, after the TII indicated they wouldn’t be in a position to fund them. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes told Cllr. Liam Brazil that the TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) were contacted about putting driver feedback signs at Lemybrien. Driver feedback signs display the speed of a vehicle as it approaches. Mr. Hynes said the TII indicated they wouldn’t be in a
position to fund driver feedback signs for Lemybrien. However, he said the TII are favourable towards a pedestrian crossing being constructed in Lemybrien, along with additional traffic calming measures. He said a detailed design and proposed location for the crossing will be submitted to the TII in due course. “We will look at how a bus stop can be incorporated into that design as well, along with additional traffic calming measures for the TII’s consideration,” Mr. Hynes added.
Road lining suggested to tackle school parking problems Country Music legend, Big Tom, chats to two local sisters from County Waterford - Kathleen O’Shea, (Nadd, Cork) and Ann Curran, Aglish, at RTÉ’s Late Late Show Country Music Night recently.
Property owners seem ‘reluctant’ to take up Repair and Lease scheme By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council’s Repair and Lease scheme has experienced a slow uptake but nonetheless the Council does expect to sign a number of property owners up to it in the coming weeks. The new participants have been recruited through collaboration with voluntary housing bodies, Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes told April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. Mr. Grimes was responding after Cllr. Pat Nugent asked for an update on the €6m government-funded scheme. Waterford and Carlow Councils were chosen as pilot authorities for the strategy last October under the government’s Rebuilding Ireland initiative. The scheme targets vacant properties and renders them available for social housing by financing repairs, with maximum grant aid of €40,000. Housing Minister Simon Coveney rolled out the scheme nationally last February, with a further investment of €26m. Minister Coveney anticipated an uptake of 800 house owners nationally in 2017. Mr. Grimes said there were “a number of reasons” as to why individual property owners were reluctant to sign up, not least being a preference to get into deals with State and having “a tax situation to consider” as he put it. Other causes suggested that seasoned property investors did not think the
scheme represented an adequate investment. Mr. Grimes said the Council had also learned from the scheme that houses can be empty for a variety of reasons, including disagreements over title, probate issues, people in nursing homes, etc. SECOND SCHEME Mr. Grimes also informed the meeting of Buy and Repair, another recently launched government scheme under which money is provided to local authorities to buy properties – mostly in very poor condition. He said the level of grant aid has not yet been announced. Cllr. Declan Doocey said he had “asked the same question last month” regarding the uptake. He had been “very proud getting to the wash” with the piloting fund and believed the scheme would “take an awful lot of the shine off ” Ireland’s housing problems. He believed however that Waterford Council should promote it better. “Maybe some people are afraid to ask about it”, he speculated. Cllr. Nugent also referred to Census figures depicting 200,000 empty houses in Ireland, excluding 28,000 holiday homes and asked how many empty properties existed in Waterford. Mr. Grimes said the Census 2011 figure suggested the county’s vacant property rate was ten percent but from its own experiences, the Council estimated it was “closer to half ” that figure. A more recent census figure was imminent, he added.
ROAD lining may be a way of addressing safety concerns over vehicles parking too close to the entrance of the school in Portlaw. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Ray Murphy said the entrance to the school on Convent Road, Portlaw, is in need of more signage. “They are having problems with vehicles parking too close to the school gates at collection times,” he said. “A significant problem is the road opposite the school gates, as traffic turns sharply onto this road at speed, unaware that there are children at play.
“Road lining may be a way of addressing these issues.” He said the rear entrance of the school also has parking problems. “Again, road lining might be a solution,” Cllr. Murphy said. He also requested that a railing is erected at the pedestrian main entrance of the school. District Engineer, Maria Goff said she would examine the matter to see what can be done regarding the parking problems. In relation to the railing, she said the issue was previously examined, and it is hoped to carry out some work on that by the end of April.
Safety concerns near entrance to Woods THE District Engineer gave a commitment to examine safety concerns near the entrance to woods at Ballycahane, Portlaw. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said that traffic comes down “quite quickly” from the Five Cross Roads in the direction of Portlaw. “There is a blind bend going to the left at the entrance to Ballycahane Woods, where there is a lot of cyclists, pedes-
trians and scouting groups using that road,” Cllr. Clune said. He pointed out that there have been a number of road traffic collisions at the location. “Can we get some signage erected to slow down traffic? It is a hazard and now with the longer evenings there is more activity at the location,” he said. District Engineer, Maria Goff, said she would have a look at the issue to see what needs to be done.
No funding to remove ditch WATERFORD Council does not have funding to fully remove a ditch in Portlaw that is causing safety concerns. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune noted that a section of the ditch between Coolfin Woods and Coolfin Meadows was removed by the Council’s Housing and Roads Department. However, he believed that the whole ditch should be removed.
“It is a blind spot looking left going into Portlaw,” said Cllr. Clune. “It is a safety issue.” District Engineer, Maria Goff said she was aware that a section of the ditch was removed in recent times. She said if more of the ditch needs to be removed, “it will require some funding for us to carry out the work”. “If we get funding later in the year, we might be able to it,” she added.
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Councillor appeals to parents What we believe matters - an Easter reflection over Cove vandalism By Christy Parker D U N G A RVA N - L i s m o r e Municipal District Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan has made an impassioned plea to parents to be aware of their teenager’s whereabouts and activities as ongoing littering and anti-social behaviour continues to denigrate and tarnish the Cove beach at Abbeyside, Dungarvan. Cllr. Geoghegan informed April’s Municipal District meeting that, late night drinking, dumping and burning of rubbish and littering with broken bottles, cans and other materials were now commonplace occurrences at one of the area’s most scenic locations. Several weeks ago, this newspaper highlighted the ongoing anti-social behaviour at the Cove, when lifebuoys were deliberately set on fire and damaged beyond repair. Cllr. Geoghegan said groups of up to 40 people were gathering at the locality, which offers panoramic views across Dungarvan Harbour towards Ballinacourty, onto Helvick as well as towards the Abbey at Abbeyside. Besides the obvious vandalism to the environment, they were making “people’s lives hell in the area”, he added. Earlier, Cllr. James Tobin had praised community groups who gave their time and energy towards cleaning up the devastation and mess left by the minority across the county’s hinterland.
Recalling one incident in which a bag of soiled nappies had been dumped by a resident’s gate, he believed such a transgressor “should get jail.” He called on the council to make greater efforts to “name and shame” the perpetrators of littering offences. Explaining Waterford Council’s position on littering, Environment Officer Luke O’Brien said the local authority provided support to local groups by providing materials and arranging collection and disposal of waste. GATHERING EVIDENCE The officer said gathering sufficient evidence to make bring a successful prosecution case was “an onerous task.” He said the council had CCTV surveillance and would increasingly install cameras at litter hotspots. While the council had had successful prosecutions, naming and shaming comes under data protection legislation and legally cases have to go through the court system first. In one very worrying account of Neanderthal vandalism, Mr. O’Brien spoke of a lifebuoy ring having to be re-located at the Cove due to being vandalism. The council meantime had cleared vegetation from the top of the nearby stairway to reduce the level of cover being provided. It was also liaising regularly with gardaí in regards to the area. Mr. O’Brien encouraged people “to engage with us at all times, including through social media” and he also urged people
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Gardaí investigating anti-social behaviour and criminal damage at ‘The Cove’ GARDAÍ are investigating criminal damage and anti-social behaviour at an area of Abbeyside Beach known as ‘The Cove’ after lifebuoys were deliberately set on fire and damaged beyond repair. The quiet, peaceful and scenic spot located between Landsend and Priory Avenue in Abbeyside, is popular with people taking walks and long evening strolls along the beach from Abbeyside Church to the Tracks at Clonea Road. However, The Cove area has been subject to a spate of late night anti-social behaviour, particularly at weekends when groups of individuals congregate at the location. In recent weeks, there have been drinking sessions, anti-social behaviour, litter, graffiti and bonfires taking place at The Cove, with lifebuoys being set on fire. The Council has had to carry out a clean-up of the area on numerous occasions and replace the destroyed lifebuoys on at least three occasions in the recent past, at a cost to the taxpayer. Gardaí have vowed to continuously patrol the area and any culprits will be identified and be subject to prosecution. Sergeant Jim Aherne said the anti-social behaviour has occurred over the last number of weekends.
lic with any information in relation to the incidents at The Cove to contact Dungarvan Garda Station on 058-48600. It is understood that the Council also has signage erected, warning people that there is CCTV in the area. LIFEBUOYS Irish Water Safety notes that some ‘late night revellers’ who are under the influence of alcohol cause vandalism to lifebuoys, which are lifesaving devices. If these lifebuoys are stolen or vandalised, it could cost a life if someone gets into difficulty in the water. People are asked to treat ringbuoys with respect as they are an essential piece of lifesaving equipment.
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Flashback to several weeks ago, when this newspaper highlighted the antisocial behaviour and vandalism at The Cove, Abbeyside. to report littering crimes, especially where they “have evidence of those responsible.” ABANDONED CAR Meanwhile, Cllr. Tobin thanked the council for removing an abandoned and burnt-out care from “a beautiful setting” in his own Tallow parish.“It came at the taxpayers’ cost”, he reminded,
hoping that anybody who saw the car being abandoned was aware of that extra aspect and would consider reporting it. LEMYBRIEN Cllr. John Pratt reminded the council that the time was ripe for trees at An Boreen, Dungarvam be pruned back as had been promised. Mr. O’Brien took note.
Next Sunday is Feast of Divine Mercy THE Novena of the Divine Mercy commenced on Good Friday last and already many people who participate are already half way through. For those who like a shorter duration of prayer but wish to avail of the benefits and blessings, as well as the absolution from sin, can participate in the final stages of the Novena when it is brought to a formal close next Sunday afternoon, 23rd April. Next Sunday, the Feast of the Divine Mercy will be a celebrated in St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan commencing at 2.30 p.m.We are happy to welcome back Rev. Patrick Cahill, I.C., who is a member of the Order of Work of Jesus the High Priest and is based in Glencomeragh. Fr. Cahill will celebrate our Mass and during the afternoon we will have veneration of the Divine Mercy image and confessions. Many people ask us why Divine Mercy is celebrated and
we feel it is important that the message is shared - It is the promise of the total forgiveness of all sins and punishment for anyone that would go to Confession and receive Communion on this very special feast day. Pope Francis described in his homily on Divine Mercy Sunday 2015: "A Jubilee to receive the warmth of his love when he bears us upon his shoulders and brings us back to the Father’s house. A year in which to be touched by the Lord Jesus and to be transformed by his mercy, so that we may become witnesses to mercy. A year in which to be touched by the Lord Jesus and to be transformed by his mercy, so that we may become witnesses to mercy". A general invitation goes out to the public to join us to celebrate this very significant Feast Day. The readings on that Sunday are always about mercy, trust and the forgiveness of sins.
What is it that you believe? Because, believe it or not, what we believe does in fact impact the way in which we live, how we pursue our goals in life, how we perceive eternity, and most definitely how we interact with others. I’ve met people expressing many and varied beliefs, atheists (don’t believe in God), agnostics (believe they don’t know), and people from various religious backgrounds (who believe that they know best). And the wonderful thing about our society is that we believe we are free to do so. The difficulty arises when I hear phrases like, “it doesn’t matter what you believe”, or “what you believe is true is true for you”, and “were all the same, no matter what we believe”. Well, I’m sorry to burst the perfect fairy tale bubble, but there are significant differences, resulting in significant and varied consequences, which, if we believe it’s important we might discover. As a young church going man even as a lay reader, I recall looking out over the congregation having read the portion of scripture, and thinking to myself “I neither understand nor do I believe what I’ve just read, and I’m pretty certain that most of those in front of me don’t either!” This revelation resulted in me starting a wonderful journey. I remember telling myself, that when I find the God in whom I can believe, I will let him be my God! Well, talk about being the master of my own little universe. But God doesn’t always work according to our plan. Even Jesus’ disciples expected something totally different from him. They were looking for an all conquering king to free them from the nasty Romans. Thinking personally about the
Pastor Steve Hamer, Dungarvan Christian Fellowship. cross yesterday – “I was not there, nor knew not why, He looked on me, and chose to die?” But He knew why, and He believed in me, as He believes in YOU, and consequently chose to act in our best interests. I love C. S. Lewis’ words in Mere Christianity, “A man who was merely a man and said the sort of things that Jesus said wouldn’t be a great moral teacher. He’d either be a lunatic on a level with a man who says he’s a poached egg, or else he’d be the devil from hell. You must make your choice. Either this man was and is the Son of God, or else a madman or something worse.” But I thought I’d take this further in my own words, “A man who did the sort of things that Jesus did, and fulfilled biblical prophesies the way he did, wouldn’t be a great moral teacher, nor could he be merely a man, he has to be God. You must make your choice, will you believe or not, will you follow him or not?” I pray that the wonderful news of the Easter message will be ever so close to you today; even as we go about the routine we call life. Remember, what we believe matters. Dungarvan Christian Fellowship www.dungarvanchurch.org.
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The following article was submitted by life-long supporter of Waterford hurling Maurice Colbert now residing in Naas, County Kildare. He was born in Crossford, Ardmore, and his publications to date include Recollections of a Childhood in Ardmore, A life of Sir Horace Plunkett and Recollections of the Co-op years.
Whither Waterford Hurling? Maurice Colbert WE were brought up in the heart of Cork and Waterford hurling rivalry. If you were from beside the Blackwater River you could not avoid taking sides. The town of Youghal was a flashpoint. Cork had a proud history of hurling stars and none greater than Christy Ring and Jack Lynch. It was Munster Final day in Semple Park in 1959. The ball was thrown in and a battle royal was underway.The Waterford forwards, led by Tom Cheasty and Seamus Power, weaved fancy patterns and left the Rebels struck to the ground. “Ringey” was in a vice-like grip, with the Blues now supreme. It had been a man’s day in Thurles, with the Rebel County slain. When we arrived home to Ardmore it was dark, but because “the hay was made and Cork beat,” we felt free to walk the streets of that border town again. The Blues would go all the way to wrest the McCarthy Cup from the Cats of Kilkenny in Croke Park on October 4th. But first the Blue and Gold would have to be slain in the Cork Athletic Grounds in the Munster semi-final! At that time Tipperary were reigning All-Ireland and League giants. However, the Waterford boys played as if inspired on the day. They moved the ball on the sod, and the Tipp boys were left behind in no uncertain manner. Amazingly the score was 8-2 to 0-0 with only thirty minutes left to play. The game was already firmly in the bag and at the final whistle The Blues ran out winners by an emphatic scoreline of 9-3 to 3-4. Having been privileged to personally witness the spectacle the writer soon concluded that he had watched a perfect hurling machine in action, and the likes
John Keane (left) chats to Cork rival and Taoiseach of the sixties Jack Lynch.
John Keane would not be seen again. The victorious captain in that memorable season was Mount Sion’s Frankie Walsh. Although Waterford’s first AllIreland title arrived back in 1948, the years from 1957 to 1963 would prove to be the Decies’ golden years. The stars were Tom Cheasty, Frankie Walsh, Seamus Power, Philly Grimes, Larry Guinan, Mick Flannelly and Austin Flynn and the man who made it all possible was trainer, and former Blues’ legend, John Keane. It was a glorious chapter in Waterford hurling history. THE 1948 CONNECTION Up to the late forties Waterford hurling was variously described as the Lost Tribe of Munster hurling. However, all that was to change with the Decies’ resounding victory over Dublin in Croke Park in the AllIreland Final of September 1948. On the day Waterford had also overcome Kilkenny in the minor final. On the team were future Decies stars Tom Cunningham, Mickey O’Connor and Mount Sion captain Mick Flannelly. Ten years earlier a well-drilled Waterford fifteen went down to Dublin in the All-Ireland Final on a scoreline of 2-5 to 1-6. Over-training may have been a contributing factor in the demise of the Decies team? Former Kerry footballer Paul Russell had overseen the team’s preparations, but his training was more suited to marathon running! Other
reasons given for Waterford’s poor showing have to do with a good night spent in the capital on the eve of the big game! The celebrations appear to have started early for the Waterford squad! Although Mount Sion’s John Keane did not finish on the winning team, nevertheless, he was voted Man of the Match! Waterford’s All-Ireland victory in 1948 was unexpected in GAA circles. However, on the day they were victorious over Dublin, with a scoreline of 4-10 to 3-12, with an impressive 3 goals and 2 points coming from the hurley of centre forward John Keane. Waterford’s captain was Corkborn goalkeeper Jim Ware who had thrown in his lot with the Erins Own Club. The star of the
team was another Mount Sion man, John Keane, now in the prime of his playing career. He was reputed to have the measure of such legendary players from that time in Munster hurling as Christy Ring and Limerick’s Mick Mackey. Notable player on the opposition side was Sean Og O’Callaghan who scored a goal and many years later would become a renowned Radio Eireann broadcaster. Winning an All-Ireland medal in the twilight of their careers was now special for Waterford players such as Jim Ware (captain), Mick Hickey (brought out of retirement), Christy Moylan and particularly John Keane. Other prominent Decies players were Willie Barron, Vin Baston, Mick Curley, Tom Curran, John Cusack, Andy Fleming, Jackie Goode, Mick Hayes, Johnny O’Connor and Lorcan Byrne. It is worth noting that Dungarvan supplied four players in the team including Christy Moylan and Jackie Goode and Mount Sion supplied three including Keane and Ware. Compared with the heights of the previous All-Ireland finals between Kilkenny and Cork, the game was a fairly mediocre affair. A major share of the indifferent hurling was attributable to Dublin. However,Waterford were not complaining. They had achieved an unique double, with both the senior and minor titles in the bag. Minor team captain Mick Flannelly would feature prominently in the heydays of Waterford hurling in the late fifties and early sixties. It would only be a question of time before John Keane would take charge of the Waterford senior team and he was appointed team trainer in 1957, with Mount Sion colleague Pat Fanning as one of his selectors. SO NEAR, YET SO FAR IN 1957 In the 1957 All-Ireland final
Waterford’s All-Ireland final team in 1957.
Waterford, captained by Philly Grimes, were leading by 6 points with 10 minutes to go but lost narrowly by 1 point to Kilkenny with a final scoreline of 4-10 to 3-12 and the longawaited game was seen as the one Waterford let slip away. CHAMPIONS AT LAST IN 1959 Once again Waterford were up against Kilkenny in the 1959 AllIreland final, a scenario which would also be repeated in 1963. All three keenly contested games were reckoned to have been on a par with the Cork/Wexford battles of 1954 and 1956. During the 1958/’59 season, a system had been operating whereby the Blues players occasionally inter-changed positions, something which was previously unheard of. Full forward Johnny Kiely, Donal Whelan, Philly Grimes, Larry Guinan, Seamus Power and Frankie Walsh frequently swapped positions. The Croke Park game against old rivals Kilkenny was the first final in 25 years to finish in a draw, with a score of Kilkenny 5-5 to Waterford’s 1-17. On the Monday morning it was described by the Irish Press reporter Mick Dunne as: “Among the greatest finals to date. At full-time a near record crowd was left limp with excitement, thanks to a memorable day of hurling served up by two magnificent teams.” Midfielder Seamus Power is probably best remembered for his goal on full-time. His powerful shot from near the sideline was deflected by Kilkenny full-back Jim “Link” Walsh leaving goalkeeper Ollie Walsh with nowhere to go! In the replay the Waterford team which was described as: “A team of superior craftsman” won by 3-12 to 1-10. Sports writer Carberry tells us that the Blues fifteen was: “As fine a hurling team as ever won
an All-Ireland. Every man on the Waterford side seemed to be on the go and they moved at a sparkling rate. They hit ground balls from all angles. Frankie Walsh, the Decies captain, was in his most dazzling form in the second half.” Writer Nicholas Furlong also tells us in his book titled: “The Greatest Decade” that 1959 belonged to “a mighty and innovative team of hurlers – Waterford.” He adds that: “When their full force burst on to the hurling scene, Ireland was rocked, and all previous concepts of field strategy were shaken.” Raymond Smith’s book titled “The Hurling Immortals” confirms that: “In 1959 everything went right for Waterford and they were undoubtedly the finest team in the championship. They beat the best in the country.” An interesting comment from trainer John Keane many years later was that: “What won it for us in 1959 was the loss of the 1957 final. That defeat made our players more steady and they didn’t make the same mistakes again.” On the following Wednesday after the final, the entire Waterford team was voted Sports Stars of the Week and, co-incidentally, the game was the first ever All-Ireland final to be televised by Teilifis Eireann! The calibre of the team from that golden era can also be judged from the fact that Decies players who played for Munster included Philly Grimes, Seamus Power, Larry Guinan, Frankie Walsh, Mick Flannelly, Ned Power, John Barron, Austin Flynn, Joe Harney, Martin Og Morrissey, Seamus Power, Tom Cheasty, Larry Guinan, Mick Flannelly, Ned Power and Johnny Kiely. In addition, the former seven players were subsequently chosen in the Waterford Team of the Millenium.
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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .
Fine Gael leadership contest upset by Britain? Free education? WHILE Enda Kenny wrestles with himself over the date of his departure from the office of Taoiseach and the leadership of Fine Gael, the two front runners, Simon Coveney and Leo Varadkar jostle for the lead in the succession race, with a couple of dark horses lurking in the background. The two favourites to take over from Taoiseach Enda Kenny are divided on whether the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform should be scrapped. The succession race has been clouded somewhat with the announcement of a General Election in Britain for the 8th June. It is already speculated that Enda could use this as a justification for staying on further to link with the incoming administration. According to a report in the Irish Examiner this week, Social Protection Minister Leo Varadkar is adamant the department should be merged back into the Department of Finance as there is “eminent logic” in having income and expenditure under the control of one minister. “His main rival in the race to
Two vacant Comeragh houses to be advertised in Choice Based Letting Scheme TWO vacant houses in the Comeragh area are expected to be advertised in Waterford Council’s Choice Based Letting Scheme in the coming weeks. Cllr. Ray Murphy told the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that there haven’t been any houses available on the scheme in the Comeragh area. Administrative Officer, Housing, Sinead Breathnach said there have been a total of three houses refurbished in the Comeragh area in recent weeks and she expects that two of them will be advertised in the Choice Based Letting Scheme. She pointed out that the Council plans on putting the majority of their vacant housing stock on the Choice Based Letting Scheme, except for the likes of bungalows and special needs / specially adapted properties.
become the next leader of Fine Gael, Simon Coveney, said he is “not convinced” on such a move, at least in the short term,” says the report by the paper’s Political Reporter, Elaine Loughlin. The department was established in 2011 by the Fine Gael/Labour coalition. It took the spending side as well as reform in the public sector out of the Department of Finance. It was felt at the time that this gave an equal share of financial responsibility to the Labour Party as Brendan Howlin occupied the new Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. Asked whether these responsibilities should now be given back to the Department of Finance, Mr Varadkar said: “There is an eminent logic in any organisation that you would have income and expenditure in the same department, there are very few countries, I am not aware of any other countries where income and expenditure are in separate government departments. “If you look at any big organisation, there is one chief financial officer who has overall
responsibility for both the income and expenditure.” Mr Coveney, the housing minister, said the separation of Finance and the Department of Pubic Expenditure and Reform reflected “extreme financial management pressures” that existed when Fine Gael and Labour first went in to government six years ago. He said he is “not convinced” that it would be right to merge the two again but would be keeping an open mind on it. Mr Coveney said: “Paschal (Donohoe, the public expenditure and reform minister) has been very successful at negotiating with the trade union movement, for example, around pay and pay expectations, and I think that is going to be a big job in the next 12 months as well. It matters little really who occupies the office and as the Constitution provides for a Taoiseach and fourteen Ministers, no seat will be lost. Just a matter of shuffling chairs really!
IT seems strange that with most other facets of business trading paper for on-screen reading in recent years, schools have yet to make that transition. It has been suggested that the schoolbook printers and publishers have exerted some leverage in that direction, though no one can be quite sure. However, the Minister for Education, Richard Bruton is moving to reduce the cost of ‘free’ primary education for cashstrapped parents from the coming September. Speaking on Morning Ireland on Tuesday, Fergus Finlay, Chief Executive of the Children’s Charity, Barnardos made the point that the right to a free primary education is the only children’s right enshrined in the Constitution. According to a report in the Irish Independent this week, Education Minister Richard Bruton is introducing a 'carrotand-stick' approach in a bid to keep a lid on what parents have to pay for, which includes uniforms, books, sports gear and mobile technology devices such as tablets. Schools that don't keep costs for parents to a minimum will lose out in the State funding they receive to meet their day-today bills. This kind of rhetoric will not be appreciated by schools already cashstrapped, having pared costs to a minimum and which are leaning more and more
heavily on parents committees to come up with some extra cash to actually keep the school door open. This new measure and approach according to the Minister is to make sure there are no cost barriers put in the way of children seeking a good education. If he is actually serious about that, then he should pull out the much vaunted state cheque book and properly fund education, especially primary education, in this country. Parents may appreciate one of his directives though. "Schools have to do everything possible to keep costs down for parents,” he says, “including the use of generic items, sew-on or iron-on crests, and making sure that various elements of the uniform can be purchased in multiple stores.” The Department of Education will publish its first circular dealing with school costs this week, with immediate effect, although there will be leeway for schools that have already made arrangements for September. Any hint of less costly school attendance will be welcomed by pressured parents, but it will be interesting to see come September whether this is an honest attempt by the Minister to shift some of the burden away from schools and parents or just another case of smoke and mirrors.
Proposed design for Downey’s Repair of railings at Portlaw playground Cross to be submitted to TII THE Senior Engineer for the Comeragh District is confident a design for Downey’s Cross on the N25 will be submitted to Transport Infrastructure Ireland before the end of the month. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Liam Brazil asked for an update regarding his concerns about Downey’s Cross and the removal of a turning left lane. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes said the Council has started a design for Downey’s Cross, and he is confident that it
will be submitted to TII for consideration before the next Comeragh Municipal District Council meeting at the end of April. Cllr. Brazil previously raised concerns about the junction, after the TII removed a turning lane as part of a relining scheme of national primary routes. It is understood the proposed design for the junction will include a ‘taper’ road to allow traffic to get off the N25 when turning left into Downey’s Cross, without delaying or stopping the traffic on the N25.
Review of signage sought A REVIEW of signs is expected to be carried out in the Comeragh in the coming months. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said an outright review is needed on signage and poles around the area, as there are signs which are needed in some areas, and existing signs which need to be removed.
He queried if additional signage was allowed to be placed on statutory signs such as ‘stop’ and ‘yield’ signs. Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, said additional signs are not allowed to be placed on statutory signs, because of their nature and importance. He said a review of signage in general can be carried out around the Comeragh District and any old or unwanted signs can be taken down.
WORK is expected to take place in the coming weeks to repair railings at the playground in Portlaw. At the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Declan Clune said the railing had been vandalised and individuals were gaining access to the playground at night, even though there is a caretaker available to lock the gates of the facility.
“There is no point in locking the place if people can get through the fence,” said Cllr. Clune. He said there was a safety concern regarding the broken railings, and added that the local fire brigade is willing to hose the place and local community groups are willing to carry out a clean up. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said he would contact the local outdoor staff to carry out repair work to resolve the matter.
Insurance issues addressed for community group THE group organising litter clean-ups in their communities are responsible for their own public liability insurance, the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council was told. Cllr. Seanie Power had queried the matter of who is responsible for people on the public roads when groups are organising their Spring Cleans. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, said each group has to organise its own public liability insurance. He said the Council can provide advice to the group about having such insurance. Mr. Galvin said the Council
can support groups in their clean-ups through the provision of litter-pickers, hi-vis jackets, etc. “The community clean-ups are not necessarily confined to Spring,” he said. Meanwhile, an insurance issue around use of a ride-on lawnmower in Portlaw has been resolved, according to LeasChathaoirleach, Cllr. Ray Murphy. Cllr. Declan Clune had raised an issue about a green area in front of the school in Portlaw which was becoming overgrown, and said there was an issue with insurance in relation to one group that was carrying out
maintenance on the green. Cllr. Murphy replied that as a member of Portlaw Tidy Towns, he was heavily involved in this issue over the last 12 months. “We did receive a lawnmower from the Council, but it transpired our public liability insurance didn’t cover the cost of operating motorised vehicles,” he said. “We looked into that and got an insurance quote to insure the ride-on lawnmower.That will be taken care of over the next few days, so there won’t be an insurance issue for the Tidy Towns. The matter has been addressed and resolved,” Cllr. Murphy added.
Lining of roads carried out on a priority basis THE lining of roads is carried out on a priority basis, the recent meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council was told.
Cllr. Liam Brazil had questioned what defines one road getting white lines over another road? Senior Engineer, Gabriel Hynes, responded that roads
are prioritised for lining. He acknowledged that all roads should have centre white lines, yellow lines and ‘cats eyes’ as well. “We haven’t achieved that
for all of our regional roads. The more delination you have on the roads for drivers, the better it is and the less chance of an accident,” said Mr. Hynes.
Cllr. Brazil said white lines are a significant aid to drivers, particularly on dark, foggy nights. Mr. Hynes agreed with Cllr. Brazil. “Unfortunately, we have to
balance our budget from the funding available, and we don’t have enough funding to line all our roads, even when it may be deemed necessary,” Mr. Hynes added.
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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, John Reynolds, wish to apply to the above Authority for full planning permission to construct a new single-storey garage storage unit to the rear of existing dwelling upon the removal of the two existing timber sheds together with ancillary site works at Kereen, Villierstown, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during it public opening hours 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday – Friday (excl. public holidays). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. COMHAIRLE CATHRACH AGUS CONTAE PHORT LÁIRGE – Is mian le Bord Bainistíochta Scoil Gharbháin cead pleanála a iarraidh ar an Udarás thuasluaite cur leis an Naíonra agus athchóiriú a dhéanamh air. ‘Sé atá I gceist ná seomra ranga nua a thógaint, fuinneoga velux a chur sa díon agus áiseanna eile a bhaineann leis an tógáil a chur san áireamh chomh maith le ceangal leis an gcóras séarachais agus oibreacha eile riachtanacha ar shuíomh Naíonra Scoil Gharbháin, Clais na Lachan, Dún na Mainistreach, Dún Garbhán, Co. Phortláirge. Is féidir an t-iarratas pleanála a iniúchadh nó a cheannach in oifigí an Údaráis Phleanála, Foirgneamh Menapia, An Meall, Phort Láirge, le linn na gnáth uaireanta oscailte, 9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m., 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m., Luain go hAoine (seachas laethanta saoire poiblí), ar chostas nach mó ná an costas réasúnta a ghabhann le cóip a dhéanamh, agus is féidir aighneacht nó tuairim maidir leis an iarratas a thabhairt i scríbhinn don Údarás Pleanála ach an táille fhorordaithe (€20.00) a íoc taobh istigh de thréimhse 5 seachtaine ón dáta a bhfuair an tÚdarás Pleanála an tiarratas. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Take notice that we intend to apply to Waterford City and County Council for planning permission to construct 4 extra houses and all ancillary site works on lands at Shanacloon, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. This is an amendment to Pl. Reg. Ref. 16/797 and consists of the removal of 3 permitted houses and the inclusion of 7 new 4 bed dormer style houses, giving a total of 4 new houses to permitted development Pl. Reg. Ref. 16/797. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during it public opening hours {9.30 a.m. to 1,00 p.m. and ,99 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday – Friday (excl. public holidays)}. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Signed: Cill Rio Ltd. WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Antoinette M. Collins, intend to apply for Permission for alterations and single-storey extension to my house at Coolgrene, Lower Curragh, Ardmore, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.
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FESTIVAL OF FOOD
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10th annual West Waterford Festival of Food! Pictured are Chefs Paul Flynn and Louise Clark with Róisin Ní Dhroma and Cian Crockett. Get the Greenway to the 10th annual West Waterford Festival of Food! Celebrating its 10th Birthday, WWFOF returns with a jam-packed programme of pop-ups, demos, food stalls, events and fun from Friday, April 21st, to Sunday, 23rd April, in Dungarvan. For more visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com [Patrick Browne]
A MICHELIN-starred OX pops up for lunch in The Tannery, renowned chef Stephen Harris of The Sportsman in Kent cooks dinner, there’s Holy Smoke to be had and bespoke gin to create, there’s a new Greenway to be cycled and the launch of the exciting new Waterford Food Trail, there are superfoods and super chefs, old hands and emerging talents, tapas and trails, foraging and family fun, dramatic dinners and brilliant BBQs – this year the West Waterford Festival of Food is 10 years old, and it’s going to be the best birthday party ever! Some of Ireland’s finest chefs, producers, stall-holders and all round lovers of fine food come to the beautiful coastal town of Dungarvan from 21st-23rd April to celebrate the birthday of this fantastic Irish food festival. Combining the best of food and drink, engaging events, pop-up restaurants, one of Ireland’s largest farmers’ markets, trails and tours,
kids’ cookery, special birthday celebrations and much more, the 10th annual West Waterford Festival of food is a must visit for food lovers everywhere. There is a reason Dungarvan is called Fungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food, as the town and its hinterland come together in a true community spirit to deliver an extraordinary array of events in an exciting, jam-packed programme. The 10th annual West Waterford Festival of Food celebrations kick off on Friday 21st, with a number of events during the day and the launch party in Dungarvan’s Grattan Square at 5.00 p.m. One of the perennial favourites, the Restaurant Trails, the ultimate movable feast, start on Friday night too, giving participants the chance to enjoy each course in a different restaurant. Three courses and three hundred per cent more craic, a Restaurant Trail is a delicious,
sociable introduction to this most friendly of festivals. Other Friday night events include the Showcase Waterford Dinner, which sees some of Waterford’s best chef talent joining forces to deliver a seven-course tasting menu demonstrating their skills and the bounty of exceptional ingredients available from the county. Chefs Shane McGrath (The Cliff House Hotel), Darren Collins (The Olive Tree) and Paula Hannigan (Waterford Castle) work their magic with local produce they know and love. And Friday night is also fish night in Lawlor’s Hotel, a celebration of Dungarvan’s maritime heritage with a menu focused on the finest fresh local seafood. On Saturday night, the Tannery continues the festival tradition of hosting an exceptional cooking talent from elsewhere – this year that role going to chef Stephen Harris of The Sportsman in Whitstable. This
informal but brilliant seaside gastropub won Restaurant of the Year 2016 from Restaurant Magazine, and chef Harris’ sensational skills with local seafood will be showcased to maximum effect in The Tannery on Saturday night. There will be more well-known names popping up in The Tannery the following day too, as OX come down from Belfast to cook a very special Sunday lunch. Fresh from their celebrated pop-up in partnership with the World’s Best Bar, The Dead Rabbit in New York, this will be a unique opportunity for festivalgoers to experience some of the finest cooking to be had anywhere on this island from the Michelin-star Belfast restaurant. Every day of West Waterford Festival of Food sees a busy schedule of trails and tours, whether it’s seaweed foraging, taking one of the interesting Bus Bia tours with their three different itineraries full of
fascinating visits to local farmers and producers, or dropping in to the Health Hub, a venue dedicated to the latest health and wellness trends in food, which has talks, panel discussions, films and demos running all weekend. Once again during this year’s West Waterford Festival of Food the Saturday focus is down by the water, with Quayside Saturday, an opportunity to enjoy fun activities, gorgeous seafood as you browse the stalls or simply the beautiful views along the water’s edge. Quayside Saturday showcases the waterside aspects of this seaside town, this year with boat trips from the jetty, all the fun of the RNLI Duck Race and 40 new stalls along the quay. A key event at every West Waterford Festival of Food is the hugely popular Farmer’s Market, this year on Sunday, April 23rd. One of the largest artisan food markets on SEE PAGE 32
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singers and bands perform throughout the day, including sea shanties with Hooks n Crooks, RockpaperScissors, Dungarvan Brass Band, and more. 6. Safety Checks – Bring your lifejacket for a safety check courtesy of the sailing club and RNLI to get yourself sea fit for the coming season. 7. Harty’s Oysters – Local seafood company Harty’s Oysters will be shucking on the pontoon and giving you the wonderful opportunity to hear their story while they serve their famed oysters from a boat.
SATURDAY, 22nd APRIL, 2017 from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Programme of entertainment, fun and food along our quayside celebrating our history as a port town and the bounty that the sea can offer us. In association with Garvey’s SuperValu. 1. Quayside Market – Stalls will be set up quayside selling their wares along the length of our quay. Browse and buy from over thirty traders selling hot food, larder staples and crafts. 2. RNLI Duck Race 3.00 p.m. – Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Branch take to the quay again with their fundraising stall, a visit from Stormy Stan and the now much anticipated annual Duck Race. Over 600 ducks are already in training, there is great excitement amongst the little ones and speculation is rife as to who will take this year’s winning duck title! 3. Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club – Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club, established in 1946, kick off their “Try Sailing� season by giving you the opportunity to see up close some of their boats, and even try sailing in a Petrel (weather and conditions permitting). 4. Photographic exhibition – Over the course of the festival weekend Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club will host a photographic exhibition featuring photos from the club archives which they invite all to call in and view. 5. Music, Entertainment and Fun – Take a seat and enjoy a full programme of entertainment. Wobbly Circus and Circus Outside the Box will provide a variety of street entertainment, including juggling, fire eating, stilt walking, comedy shows and much more. The music stage will have a variety of local
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For something a little different, renowned pitmaster Holy Smoke’s John Relihan will be demoing his mastery of low and slow cooking with fire, and local favourites Mezze will be hosting a plant-based Middle-Eastern pop-up. The Irish Craft in a Glass series of talks offers a series of opportunities to taste and learn about the increasingly popular craft beer, gin, cider and whiskeys of Ireland, and there is a busy lineup of cookery demos in the Town Hall, curated by local legend Eunice Power, as well as a return of last year’s inaugural and hugely popular Bake Off.
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Venue: Ormond Cafe 7LPH 7pm – 8.30pm Learn how to master chocolate techniques and desserts
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Venue: Town Hall Theatre 7LPH 6pm Some of our top sports stars discuss the role nutrition plays in their success
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able on the Festival website by mid-March, with many events already open for booking. For bookings and enquiries contact 058 21433 or visit www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.co m West Waterford Festival of Food 2017 celebrates ten years of the vibrant food culture of this wonderful part of the world – come join the party!
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HILLWALKING IN THE COMERAGHS
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RESTAURANT TRAIL Venue: Georgian Quarter 7LPH 12pm - 3pm Lunchtime in the Georgian Quarter – enjoy one course in each restaurant in historic Dungarvan buildings. Starter (12pm) The Tannery
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Venue: Dungarvan Castle 7LPH 11am - 3pm Agri Aware farm, birds of prey and family fun and games
TEA IN A TUNNEL
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Venue: Blackwater Garden Centre 7LPH 3pm Loose tea tasting with Goodfood Cafe’s exquisite cakes and treats
AFTERNOON TEA AT SALTERBRIDGE HOUSE Venue: Salterbridge House 7LPH 3pm - 5pm Afternoon tea with sweet and savory delicacies by Judit Mc Nally.
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Hog Roast Party with Legacy Cider (sold out) Live music with CĂšLFISH in the bar Open all day Sunday serving food till 8.00 p.m.
FROM 5PM IN THE PARK HOTEL A post market festival wind-down in The Park Hotel gardens as the BBQ grill is fired up to serve special delights prepared by Head Chef Conor Foran.
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Venue: Town Hall Theatre 7LPH 9.30am - 2pm Ethna Sheehan once again leads the judging panel in our cake baking and decorating competition.
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Venue: Interlude Restaurant 7LPH 10am – 1pm Brunch with beers, cocktails and music to relax into Sunday
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Venue: Merry’s 1868 7LPH 12.30pm Tutotered tasting of Gins from Ireland’s micro distilleries
IRISH CRAFT IN A GLASS: CIDER
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SUNDAY EVENTS RELUCTANT COELIAC Venue: Town Hall Theatre 7LPH 1.30pm Rob Whinnett discusses living with Coeliac Disease and how he copes with the challenges it presents. ORGANIC WINE TASTING Venue: Town Hall Theatre 7LPH 3pm 7DVWLQJ RI WKH :LQH %XÎ? ȇV RUJDQLF DQG 7HUUD 9LWLV SURGXFHG ZLQHV with Darragh Moore.
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THURSDAY: DUNGARVAN FARMERS MARKET Venue: Grattan Square 7LPH 9am - 2pm
FRIDAY: DUNGARVAN COUNTRY MARKET
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Venue: Town Hall Theatre 7LPH 2.30pm-4.30pm Eunice Power plays host to some of her favourite Irish chefs
Venue: Causeway Tennis Club 7LPH 9.30am - 1pm
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Venue: Merry’s 1868 7LPH 3.30pm Talk and tasting of Irish whiskies, hosted by Peter Mulryan and Susan Boyle.
Venue: Davitt’s Quay 7LPH 12.30pm - 4.30pm
SUNDAY: FESTIVAL MARKET Venue: Grattan Square 7LPH 10am - 5pm
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Looking forward to celebrating the 10th Birthday of West Waterford Food Festival! Wishing everybody involved a great weekend! FESTIVAL ACTIVITIES HERE AT THE MOORINGS INCLUDE FRIDAY NIGHT
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Venue: Causeway Tennis Club 7LPH 7pm Vegan middle eastern night of dining and chats hosted by Mezze
BEER BRUNCH WITH BEATS
Venue: DÊise Day Centre 7LPH 10am - 10.45am / 11.15am - 12pm / 12.30pm - 1.15pm Junior baker’s biscuit baking and decorating workshop
Venue: Gourmet House 7LPH 9.30am - 10.15am / 10.30am - 11.15pm/ 11.30am - 12.15pm Create your perfect pizza using fresh and healthy ingredients
Venue: Park Hotel 7LPH 5pm Post market festival wind-down and children’s disco
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Venue: Merry’s 1868 7LPH 5pm Dungarvan Brewing Co host a tasting of some of their limited edition brews
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Jo i n u s f o r Ta s t i n g s - C e o l agus cr aic o n S at u r d a y mor ning
Join the Cocktail Crew For a fun evening of
Cocktails & Tapas Made with local award winning Drinks and Tapas from the kitchen at The Anchor Bar
THE ANCHOR BAR The Quay Dungarvan
Friday, 21st April Best wishes and continued s u c c e s s t o t h e We s t W a t e r f o r d Fe s t i v a l o f Fo o d EASY PARKING â&#x20AC;˘ FREE DELIVERY SERVICE
at 6.00 p.m. Tickets â&#x201A;Ź15 (Ticket price includes minimum of 3 Cocktails & Tapas) Tickets available online at www.westwaterfordfestivaloffood.com or from Dungarvan Tourist Information Office, 51 Main Street, Dungarvan
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Tionól na nDéise returns to the West Waterford Festival of Food TIONÓL NA nDÉISE 2017 MAR CHUID D’FHÉILE BIA IARTHAR PHORT LÁIRGE BEIDH an chéad chaint eile i sraith imeachtaí Thionól na nDéise 2017 de chuid Chomhairle Cathrach and Contae Phort Láirge, ar siúl i nDún Garbhán ar an Satharn, 22ú Aibreán ag a 3.30 i.n. in Ionad Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh. Reachtáilfear an Tionól seo mar chuid de chlár imeachtaí Fhéile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge, féile deireadh seachtaine a bheidh ar siúl i nDún Garbhán ón 21-23 Aibreán. Tá an tOllamh Patricia Lysaght mar Ollamh Emerita in Eitneolaíocht na hEorpa, Scoil na Gaeilge, an Léinn Cheiltigh & an Bhéaloidis, An Coláiste Ollscoile, Baile Átha Cliath, a
bheidh i mbun cainte ag Tionól na nDéise an babhta seo. Labharfaidh An tOllamh Lysaght faoin dteideal “Seachain an Teorainn: Bainne agus Táirgí Bainne um Bhealtaine”, agus í ag díriú isteach ar an mbéaloideas a bhaineann le ba, bainne agus im i dtraidisiún na hÉireann, Oíche Fhéile Bealtaine agus maidin Lae Bealtaine san áireamh. Is as Co. an Chláir don Ollamh Patricia Lysaght agus tá deich leabhar agus os cionn céad alt taighde foilsithe aici. Foilsíodh a leabhar, The Banshee ar dtús sa mbliain 1986 agus is saothar caighdeánach anois é. Foilsíodh eagrán póca den leabhar, A Pocket Book of The Banshee sa mbliain 1998 agus tá sé aistrithe go Rúiseach anois chomh maith. Cúlra Dlí (Abhcóide) atá aici, maraon leis an nGaeilge agus Litríocht na
‘Helping Communities Bloom’ event in Dungarvan hosted by GROW and St. Mary’s COI ALL are being urged to come along to Dungarvan on the weekend of April 21st to 23rd for what promises to be a ‘blooming’ event focused on positive mental health and GROWing stronger together. GROW’s Dungarvan Groups in conjunction with St. Mary’s Church of Ireland and West Waterford Festival of Food will host a ‘Helping Communities Bloom’ weekend featuring floral displays and afternoon tea. It will be followed by a much-anticipated talk, co-presented by the former Governor of Mountjoy Prison and GROW Patron, John Lonergan and Caroline Crotty, Counsellor, Psychotherapist and South East Area Coordinator for GROW. The official opening of the weekend will take place at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, March 21st. Afternoon tea will be served from 12.00 noon to 5.00 p.m in St. Mary’s on both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free and all donations go to the mental health charity, GROW, and St. Mary’s Church of Ireland. A talk, fittingly titled ‘How to be Happy and Content’, will be co-delivered by John Lonergan and Caroline
Crotty in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, 24th April 2017. ‘Happy people’ work hard at being happy, it just doesn’t happen by chance.The talk will provide a road-map to finding happiness and contentment. The talk is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds. While the talk is free, admission is by ticket only. Tickets are available on Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland or by contacting 087-7855107.
Gaeilge, chomh maith le Béaloideas agus Eitneolaíocht na hÉireann agus na hEorpa. Ball tofa í d’Acadamh Ríoga Gustavus Adolphus do Chultúr na Sualainne, Uppsala, An tSualainn, agus d’Acadamh Ríoga na hÉireann, Baile Átha Cliath. Sraith chainteanna is ea Tionól na nDéise, a eagraíonn Oifig na Gaeilge de chuid Chomhairle Cathrach and Contae Phort Láirge in áiteanna éagsúla ar fud an chontae gach bliain. Tá an Tionól áirithe seo á eagrú i gcomhar le lucht eagraithe Fhéile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge agus tá sé mar chuid de chlár iomlán imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl i nDún Garbhán agus thimpeall iarthar an chontae thar an deireadh seachtaine ar fad. Mar sin, beidh fáilte roimh gach aoinne chuig Ionad
Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh, Dún Garbhán ar an Satharn, 22ú Aibreán ar a 3.30 i.n. don ócáid saor in aisce seo, ag a ndéanfar cheiliúradh ar ár dteanga, ár n-oidhreacht agus ár stair dhúchasach. The next event in Waterford City & County Council’s Tionól na nDéise series of talks will take place in The Old Market House Arts Centre, Main St, Dungarvan on Saturday, 22nd April at 3.30 p.m. It is being organised as part of the weekend-long West Waterford Festival of Food, which will take place in Dungarvan and surrounding areas from the 21st-23rd April. The guest speaker for this Tionól na nDéise will be Professor Patricia Lysaght, Emerita Professor of European Ethnology, UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies and
Folklore. Professor Lysaght will speak on the theme of “Seachain an Teorainn: Bainne agus Táirgí Bainne um Bhealtaine [The Folklore & Traditions associated with Milk and Milk Products in May], examining the folklore relating to cows, milk and butter in the Irish tradition, including the eve of May Day and May Morning. Patricia Lysaght is a native of Co. Clare and she has published ten books and more than one hundred research articles. Her book, The Banshee first published in 1986 has become a standard work, and the pocket version of the book, A Pocket Book of The Banshee, published in 1998, has been translated into Russian. Her academic background is in Law (Barrister-atLaw), Irish Language and Literature, and Irish and European Folklore and
Ethnology. She is an elected member of the Royal Gustavus Adolphus Academy for Swedish Folk Culture, Uppsala, Sweden, and of The Royal Irish Academy, Dublin. Tionól na nDéise is a series of talks organised each year by the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council. This event is being organised in conjunction with the organisers of the West Waterford Festival of Food, and forms part of a busy programme of events and activities in Dungarvan and West Waterford over the weekend. Therefore, all are welcome to attend this free event, Tionól na nDéise in The Old Market House Arts Centre, Dungarvan on Saturday, 22nd April at 3.30 p.m., where we will celebrate our rich Irish language culture and heritage.
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THE RNLI Duck Race scheduled for West Waterford Festival of Food is generating great excitement as the 663 ducks are congregating around Dungarvan Bay for this important event in Davitt’s Quay on Saturday, April 22nd with the starting time of the race at 3.30 p.m. when they will be set afloat. Each duck costs €3 or two for €5. And there is talk of marriage in the air. Helvick Lifeboat Station will be conducting a free lifejacket clinic at the RNLI stall near Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club (DHSC) on Davitt’s Quay from 1.00 p.m. -4.00 p.m. “Bring your jacket along to the lifejacket clinic where Austin Flynn Hon RNLI Sea Safety Officer will advise on the importance of choice, fit and
maintenance. A lifejacket will buy you vital time in the water and could save your life, but only if you’re wearing it” said Helvick Hon Fundraising Chairman Kevin O’Morchoe. “There are prizes for big and small ducks” said RNLI Fundraising Branch Member and race organiser RoseAnn Foley. “Ducks can be bought at local businesses and from the RNLI stall near DHSC at the FoodFest and we appreciate your support. Míle buíochas do gach aoinne as an dtacaíocht ar fad!” DHSC will host a Local Historic Photographic Exhibition from the Tomás and Kathleen Walsh collection in association with the Helvick Lifeboat Station on Saturday and Sunday during the Food Festival. Admission is free. “We are
grateful to Sam McCauley Chemists who are sponsoring a luxury hamper for the raffle” said Tomás. The RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch work hard to supplement the latest training and safety equipment required by the brave men on the Helvick Lifeboat Crew who are always ready to volunteer to save life at sea in all types of weather 24-7-365. See us on Facebook: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Branch r n l i h e l v i c k @ g m a i l . c o m Info: 086-6094563; 087-174 0141.
Pictured above are the RNLI Ducks heading towards Dungarvan from Helvick. [RoseAnn Foley]
COUNTY NEWS NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?
COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.
St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st PJ McInerney & John Conway; 2nd Christy Higgins & Paddy Duffy. Lucky Tables - Rita Leamy & Ann Geary; Delia Cashell & Pat Noonan; Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrnes; Helen Morrissey & Pat O’Connor. Raffle - Sheila Lonergan, Mary Allen, Helen Morrissey, Eddie Sheehan, Delia Cashell, Pat Kirby, Helen O’Keeffe x2, Stephen Cuningham and Eddie Byrnes.
Photograph of Dungarvan town, harbour and bay taken recently.
[Pat Kenealy]
Barony of Gaultier Historical Society THE Barony of Gaultier Historical Society is pleased to announce the last of its Spring series of talks. This talk will be presented by Liam Murphy. Liam will speak on the subject of “The Life of Bishop Thomas Hussey”. Bishop Hussey was the Bishop of Waterford from 1797 to his death in Dunmore East in 1802. Liam Murphy was born in Dunmore East and was educated in De La Salle and UCC where he did a B.A. in History and Latin and a H. Dip in Education. Liam launched a book on Bishop Thomas Hussey in Waterford last October. Liam’s talk promises to be a most interesting evening and should be of interest to residents of Dunmore East and its environs. The venue is the Three Sisters Inn, Dunmore East and the starting time is 8.00 p.m. on Thursday, 20th April. Admission is €5 and all are welcome.
Bursaries available for Waterford artists THE Arts Office of Waterford City & County Council has announced that applications are currently open to attend The Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig, the artists’ workplace in County Monaghan during 2017. Artists in all disciplines can avail of residential stays during 2017 to work on specific artistic projects.The closing date for receipt of applications is 12.00 noon on Monday, 8th May, 2017. Full details and the application form is available from www.waterfordarts.com and www.waterfordcouncil.ie
Waterford student wins top prize in Texaco Art Competition A WATERFORD student has won a top prize in this year’s 63rd Texaco Children’s Art Competition. In the 12-13 years age category, a Special Merit Award was won by 13-years old Eimear Power, from Our Lady Of Mercy Secondary School, Ozanam Street, for her self-portrait work. Prizes will be presented at an awards ceremony in Dublin next month when all of the 126 top prize-winners will be in attendance.
NEW EXHIBITION – ‘Picturing Childhood’ We are currently preparing a new exhibition titled ‘Picturing Childhood’, drawing on images from the Museum’s extensive archives featuring childhood from the late 19th century to the end of the 20th century. This exhibition will open during the West Waterford Festival of Food and will continue during normal Museum opening hours. Admission is free.
HISTORY DAY AT DROMANA HOUSE, CAPPOQUIN, ‘THE ARTS AND HIGH POLITICS: WINSTON CHUR CHILL-IRELAND’ On Sunday 7th May, there will be a history day at Dromana House, Cappoquin, with talks by guest speakers Aurelia Young ‘Churchill’s Favourite Sculptor: The unconventional life of Oscar Nemon; husband of Patricia Villiers-Stuart and friend of
OBJECT OF THE WEEK
Angel on Painted Canvas formerly in Abbeyside Church, Early 20th Century THIS fragment of painted canvas was part of an elaborate scheme which was fixed to the wall behind the high altar in Abbeyside Church. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries this type of detailed decoration in canvas, but more often stencilled or painted, was common in most churches and it can be seen in old photographs of Abbeyside Parish Church, and St. Augustine’s and St. Mary’s in Dungarvan. We have no information on who carried out the work in Abbeyside. The painted canvas was removed during major renovations to the church in 1972.
Winston Churchill’, Mark Leslie – ‘The Prime Minister’s Speech’, Peter Murray – ‘Whatever is to be is written: the life and art of Clare Sheridan’, and Dr. Martin Mansergh – ‘Dev and Churchill: Conflicting perspectives on Ireland’s place in British-Irish relations’. For further details visit dromanahouse.com/events/, email info@dromanahouse.com, booking is essential. LOCAL HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION There will be an exhibition of photographs from the Tomás and Kathleen Walsh Collection in association with Helvic Head Lifeboat Station, in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club, opening Friday, 21st April at 8.00 p.m., Saturday, 22nd April at 11.00 a.m. and Sunday, 23rd April at 11.00 a.m. RAILWAY HERITAGE PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION AT KILMACTHOMAS LIBRARY This exhibition, curated by Andy Kelly in conjunction with Waterford County Museum, will continue during normal opening hours at Kilmacthomas Library. Museum staff members Michael Fitzgerald, Brian O’Donnell and Bridget O’Sullivan assisted in the gathering of photographic items and organisation of this exhibition. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photo-
graphs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we are very happy to accept them. We can scan them and give you back the originals. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058-45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 19th APRIL, 2017 Name:Thomas Flavin; Service No. Rank: 2269 Pr.; Service: Army (Australia); Unit: A.I.F. 11Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.
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COUNTY NEWS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
BONMAHON EDITH COLLIER'S BUNMAHON HERITAGE SOCIETY Edith Collier the artist from New Zealand visited Bunmahon in 1914 and 1915, she was so inspired by the people and locality that she produced in excess of 70 paintings, drawings and wood block prints during her stay. Edith used many of the paintings and drawings for reference and inspiration long after she left Ireland. The Sarjeant Gallery in Whanganui New Zealand have recently sent us a digital copy of a painting we haven't seen before. The painting titled 'Farmhouse' depicts a building nestled in a green valley with a stream. Jennifer Taylor Moore curator of the Sarjeant Gallery has given the Edith Collier's Bunmahon Heritage Society permission to reproduce the oil painting. We will have the reproduction on display at our Gala day in Knockmahon NS on Saturday, June 10th.We would love to hear where you think the location of the painting is as would the
Sarjeant gallery! Last year, we successfully identified the location of the watercolour 'Buildings and Boilers' a reproduction of this painting will also be on display. The “Bunmahon Gala” on the Saturday, June 10th is part of the Copper Coast Festival. Enjoy a fun filled afternoon in aid of the Bonmahon Community Society on the lawn of Knockmahon NS. Vintage inspired activities will include a historical costume competition, tombola, bun fight, mini cricket match, an audio visual history presentation by the students of Knockmahon NS, Edith Collier display, and much more! Admission is free and gates open at 1.00 p.m. refreshments will be served in our tea tent, see www.edithcolliersbunmahon.wo rdpress.com for more information. COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITOR CENTRE An afternoon tea in support of the search and recovery of the rescue 116 helicopter that
crashed off the Mayo coast last month was held at the visitor centre on Sunday, April 9th, 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. A delicious selection of home cooked cakes, tea and coffee were served throughout the afternoon. A book of condolences for messages of sympathy and support for the family, friends, and colleagues of the lost rescue 116 crew was available. A service by Fr. Condon, Rev. Crowley, and the Ballylaneen Choir was also held, and the local coast guard units and Bunmahon inshore life boat were in attendance. A slideshow featuring some of the work of the brave emergency services ran all afternoon. It was a poignant and memorable afternoon for all. It is wonderful to see what the community achieved in a short space of time, thank you and well done to all involved particularly Marie and Christine. On April 11th, Seamus, Billy, Aoife, Christine, and Marie delivered the communities donations from Sunday's event to Blacksod's Community Centre in
Laura, Robbie, Victoria, Serenella and Orlaith with Orlaith's latest art exhibition at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre.
Aoife Mooney, Mary Wall, and Pamela O'Reilly. Mayo, there they received the warmest of welcomes, “We have to say our hearts just broke. The ladies who keep the show on the road, well we wouldn't honestly know what to say about them, amazing people. We also met the other crew of R116, heartbroken as you can imagine and other various search units.Your donation of €2,873.39 will take some financial pressure off them, seeing the look on their faces said it all. Again we would like to take this time and thank each and every person who made this donation possible God bless you all from Blacksod's community to yours. Xx”. Rest in piece Dara Fitzpatrick, Mark Duffy, Paul Ormsby, and Ciarán Smith. The visitor centre is now open Friday, Saturday and Sunday until June. We would like to welcome Serenella Capelli to the Copper Coast Geopark team. Bright and bubbly Serenella is the new cafè manager, please drop in and give her a huge Copper Coast welcome! The Copper Coast Festival will run from May 25th to June 11th please check out the new face book pagewww.facebook.com/cop-
percoastfestival for details. A reminder that the dates for the 10th Copper Coast Flower Show are July 29th and 30th. Find us on social media or www.coppercoastgeopark.com HAMERSLEY ART I'm delighted that my latest exhibition is featured on the West Waterford Festival of Food art trail again this year. "A lady inspired" opens on April 21st and will run until mid May at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor
Centre in Bunmahon. All are welcome to pop along to have a look. THE BEACH HUT NOW OPEN! Our first weekend at The Beach Hut was a great success! Thank you to everyone who joined us and to all the lovely comments about the project. We are open this Saturday, Easter Sunday and Bank holiday Monday from 11.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
John Galloway and Billy Crowley.
Members of the Irish Coastguard at the Rescue 116 Commemoration / support event at the Copper Coast Geopark visitor centre.
Congratulations to Bonmahon's Jonathan Fenton who won Player of the Tournament in Vienna on 8th April in the Central/Eastern European Gaelic Football Tournament.
COUNTY NEWS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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STRADBALLY CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Eoin Glavey and family, Kilminion, Stradbally. Eoin was recently presented with the Augustine Henry Memorial medal for his achievements in gaining highest marks in his final year on the Bsc in Forestry by Mr. Andrew Doyle, Minister of State for Food, Forestry and Horticulture. Eoin manages a successful tree care business in parallel to his studies with his partner Ciara and children Paddy, Suzie and Fiadh at Kilminion, Stradbally, Co. Waterford. The Award was presented at a ceremony at the Society of Irish foresters Annual General Meeting at the Wicklow Mountains National Park H.Q. Office, Trooperstown, Laragh,
Co. Wicklow on Friday, 7th April, 2017. Eoin was also awarded a travel bursary to join the society of Irish Foresters on their forestry study tour to Poland in September. PARISH DRAW RESULTS (DOUBLE DRAW WEEK 4/5) €150: Michael Phelan, Ballinabanogue. €25 each to the following: Noel Costello, Viewmount; Bill Dunford, Carrigahilla, Stradbally; Kelly family, Kilkenny; Rita McArthur, 8 Cill Aodha, Stradbally; Jim Kirwan, Bonmahon. Promoter’s prize: Mary and Peggy. €150: Virgil Power, Carrigbarahane, Stradbally. €25 each to the following:
Breda and Grainne Costello the “Village” cycling past the Five Cross Roads on Easter Sunday in the third annual charity cycle to create an awareness for Mental Health and Suicide. [photo courtesy of Josephine Hickey]
Katelyn Phelan, Mooncoin; Cait O’Brien, Faha, Kilmacthomas; Marian Kelly, Cill Aodha, Stradbally; Mairead and Pat Power, Ballyvaloona, Stradbally; Margaret Kiely, c/o Mai Coffey. Promoter’s prize: Joan Wall. Parish Draw (free draw for Easter eggs) - Brendan Costin, Kilmurray; Eamon Breathnach, Waterford; Michael and Monica Lawlor, Ballyvoile, Stradbally; Trevor Costello, 22 Stradballymore; Brian Corbett, c/o Sheila Corbett, Stradbally; Mary and Nick Corcoran, Dunhill, Co. Waterford. Promoter’s prize: Ann Concannon. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS The under 14’s progressed in their Divisional Cup with a 2-1 victory over Ferrybank.With two goals from Daire Walsh and a great penalty save from Oran Grant, they led the way. Stradbally Junior team just missed out on a successive cup final appearances when Villa edged them out on a 3-2 scoreline, a fine game all around. However, they have already captured the Division 2 League title so a memorable season to record. STRADBALLY WHIST Stradbally Whist meets this Wednesday, April 19th. Open 7.30 p.m., start 8.00 p.m. €5 for evening, includes tea and cake and you may well win one of the 11 prizes! All welcome. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Next gathering of "Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Association" on Monday, 24th April, Barron Hall, 2 pm to 4 pm. If interested please call along.Will have details for our planned "Day Trip" for June.
Queen Victoria Letterbox still very functional HELEN O’Mahony standing at the letterbox outside her shop in Shanacoole, Durrow. Note VR at the lower end of letterbox. VR stands for Victoria Regina = Queen Victoria. The letterbox would have been red originally as all pillar boxes in the UK still are. The original green paint used was nicknamed 'Ministry of Works Green" because it was used on so many public buildings here and in the UK. It was reckoned to be the most durable gloss paint - it did not fade and lasted for years. The pigments were
The Blue and White
KILL CASUALTY CHAOS AT GEALACH GORM THEATRE Set in Faugheen Hospital Accident & Emergency Department this two act comedy has all the ingredients for a great night's entertainment. Due to cutbacks (what's new!!), the staff are under extreme pressure to deal with all the emergencies. Of course, it doesn't help when the only doctor on duty has strange phobias and an addiction that keeps him in stitches, the only porter available is a serial womaniser and the receptionist is at her wits end dealing with many impatient patients. With a great local cast of Eileen Kirwan, James Barry, Killian Power, Francis Casey, Helen McMahon, Anne Barry, Jack Walshe, Niall Flynn, Bernard Casey, Kevin Walsh, James Power, Terri Hennessy, Denise Cheasty and Sean Corcoran be prepared for a night of madness and mayhem - just the tonic if you are in need of a good laugh. Performances on Saturday and Sunday 29th and 30th April at 8 pm. Admission €10 includes interval refreshments and free raffle tickets. Tickets now on sale. Call / text 0868569358. Long queues expected! Book early to avoid disappointment. KILL GAA LOTTO Congratulations to our lucky dip winners David Mulcahy (Senior) and Betty Fardy who both took home €25. Join us next week to be
in with a chance to win our €10,000 Jackpot! Tickets are available from all public outlets and the draw takes place every Monday night. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA Watch this space next week for a full report on Kill Action & Alert Groups Easter Eggstravaganza which took place on Easter Saturday. NEW! Join us for Adult Irish Dancing Classes in Kill Community Centre which take place every Wednesday from 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. All Ages and Levels are most welcome – give it a try! For more information, please contact Catriona on 085-1434698. KILL KRACKERS Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's a flock of mammies from Kill National School's Parents Association flying through their training for the VHI Women's Mini Marathon under the watchful eye of Michelle Byrne from Imagine Fitness. It's not too late to join in with the training (whether you're taking part or not) or to register if you would like to join us on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th June in Dublin for the biggest all-women's event in the World! Sponsorship cards will be ready soon. The bus has been booked. And the legs are being toned! It doesn't matter your level of fitness, some of us are walking or jogging, a few running. Come along for a fun day or if you can't
heavy metal compounds which were pretty toxic and the solvents and oils in the mix were bad.There was a strong odour from the freshly applied paint for many weeks. These were the good old days, modern paints are completely different in their chemical make-up.You may still post your letters in this Queen Victoria letterbox. (Thanks Josephine Hickey for photo and Brian Corry for the info.) Any queries contact Tom 0879386209 or cianflaherty96@gmail.com
make it, join us for training in the meantime. Call Ciara at 087-6618601 or Grace at 0863289212 for more information or training schedule. SPRING CLEANING? Now that the winter woolies are being stored away or discarded and the summer gear is being hauled down from the attic and probably too small, please bag them up for the Kill National School Rag and Phone Collection which will take place on Friday, May 26th and will be our final one for this school year. We will take all your old clothes, bedlinen, cushions, soft toys, shoes, belts, handbags bagged up and mobile/smart phones (please hand in separately). The school is paid by the weight and funds raised by the Parents Association help reduce the cost of school tours and equipment for the children. if you can't store your bags until then, contact Grace at 086-3289212 or Kill National School. AN TAISCE SPRING CLEAN Join us for another round of litterpicking for this year’s An Taisce National Spring Clean month! Meet up on Friday, 21st April at 7.30 p.m. or Sunday 23rd at 10.00 a.m. at Kill Community Centre for an hour or two to get another section spick and span, ready for the summer. A good chat and a walk are both guaranteed! See you all there.
Among the roses of remembrance, treasures of the past I find, That long ago were scattered in the meadows of my mind, By those Deise hurling heroes who thrilled me as a boy, The legends who live among us, and the dead who’ll never die. They never took a backward step, but gave all they had to give, To them the game was everything; they showed us how to live, I recall the name of every man who wore the “Blue and White”, They’re still engraved upon the heart of one old man tonight. No compromise was asked for; no quarter ever given, When the blood was boiling in the veins, by the heat of battle driven, They displayed the pride and passion of which stories would be told, And made hurling heroes of the past, forget that they were old. Oh, the scrambles round the goalmouth and the “sliotar” flying high, The strong hands that stretched to catch it, as it came down from the sky, Iron muscle and steel sinews blent together marvellously, To inscribe their names in folklore and immortality. Now from some distant field of dreams the clash of ash I hear, In the silence all around me, it is more of heart than ear, Fraher Field I see in vision; the crowd rises with a roar; The ball is in; the game is on; and I am young once more. JOHN DALY
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA Public Meeting Against Crime CÓCAIREACHT LE CHÉILE Níl ach cúpla ticéid fágtha i gcomhair Cócaireacht le Chéile i Meánscoil San Nioclás, Satharn, 22 Aibreán. Beidh na ceardlanna cócaireachta do theaghlaigh ar siúl mar chuid d’Fhéile Bia Dún Garbhán. Más maith leat ticéad a fháil, téigh i dteagmháil le fhoireann an fhéile bia gan mhoill. Teagmháil: 058-21433. RNLI CEANN HEILBHIC - RÁS NA LACHAN Beidh ós ceann 600 lachan páirteach i Rás na Lachan ar mhaith leis an mBád Tarrthála i gCeann Heilbhic. Beidh an rás ar siúl ag 3.30 i.n. Satharn, 22 Aibreán le linn Féile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge. Beidh earraí de chuid an RNLI ar díol ón 11r.n. go dtí 5i.n. Tá costas €3 ar na lachan nó €5 ar dá ceann. Tuilleadh Eolais: 086-6094563. Over 600 ducks will take part in the Duck Race in aid of Heilbhic Lifeboat Station at 3.30 p.m., Saturday, April 22nd during West Waterford Festival of Food. The quacking news among the ducks is that there is a rumour of marriage in the air. Visit our RNLI merchandise stall from 11.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. as part of Cois Cé celebrations. Ducks cost €3 each or two for €5. Info: 0866094563. NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAIL Beidh Maidin Oscailte i Naíonra an tSean Phobal, Lios na Sióg ar Satharn, 29 Aibreán ó 10.00 - 11.30 r.n. Tá deontas ECCE ar fáil ar feadh 2 bhliain. Tá foireann an Naíonra oilte ag FETAC Leibhéal 6. Tá a thuilleadh eolais ar fáil ach glaoch a
chur ar 058-46622. AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán.Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: Contact Cabríní ón 0834455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní
Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a Panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058-46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.
A NEWLY-LAUNCHED Community Alert initiative in the An Rinn (Ring) and An Sean Phobal (Old Parish), which kicksoff next week with a public meeting on Tuesday, 25th April, is expected to attract a substantial crowd and has created a good degree of interest in the public. It follows the escalation of burglaries in the west Waterford area as reported in the media in recent weeks, and has been organised by a local committee of concerned individuals. The meeting will be held in the An Rinn community hall, An Halla Pobail, beginning at 8.00 p.m. The public meeting comes on foot of a 340% spike in crime in the west Waterford/Dungarvan area in the first months of 2017, as reported by Supt Chris Delaney, Waterford, when he spoke recently to Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee. Concern amongst residents of the Gaeltacht area of An Rinn agus An Sean Phobal began on learning that there had been a spike in burglaries in the Dungarvan district. This spike happened in spite of a drop in burglaries in the rest of the Waterford division, as the Supt explained. Earlier also an alarm bell was sounded when a report was carried in the Irish Times on Tuesday, 12th February, quoting local chemist Daragh Connolly in Dungarvan. Speaking as president of the Irish Pharmacy Union, he said crimes against pharmacies had reached crises levels. With crimes ranging from theft of cosmetics and fake tan from open shelves to organised gangs targeting rural or suburban pharmacies for a range of medicines, he said: “they come into the pharmacy in groups and two or three of them will distract staff while another one clears an entire
Ring, Old Parish with Mine Head in the distance. shelf. The gardaí tell us that often they steal to pay off debts to money lenders.” On foot of this, as well as the tragic and violent murder of an elderly man living on his own outside Lismore in March along with other crime-related reports in the media, a number of people in the area decided to reinvigorate, widen and relaunch the already existing Sean Phobal Community Alert Committee, which had operated successfully in the area for many years. Garda Christine Keniry, the community liaison guard at Dungarvan Garda Station, was invited to speak to small groups in the run up to the public meeting next week. Distributing leaflets from the An Garda Síochana Crime Prevention Information pack on issues such as personal safety, farm theft prevention and burglary prevention, she also impressed on those in attendance to know their neighbours, to be watchful at all times and the need to establish a community that is alert and vigilant. Speakers on the night of the public meeting will include Margaret Quinn, area organiser of Muintir na Tíre, to which the Community Alert group will be affiliated. The new committee, which was
established after a series of local meetings, comprises Padraigín Ní Chadhla and Tony Tobin from An Sean Phobal and George Young and Mary Tobin from An Rinn. The committee’s aim is to share information; raise awareness of security in the homes and in the locality; create a community network of neighbours to ensure the continuing safety of all members of their community and introduce a number of initiatives that will protect and keep safe the home-owners and individuals who live in the area. Pádraigín Ní Chadhla, chair of the local committee, says; “in general we are living in a pretty safe area but we want to heighten awareness. I’m interested because I’m living in the community and I’m concerned.” She also referred to her late uncle’s pub, John Paul Walsh’s, which has always been at the heart of the Old Parish community and a centre of discussion and debate over many years. “There are very few places like this left where people can congregate, socialise and get to know their neighbours,” she said. “These places are very a very important feature in the life of a rural community. But communities don’t know whose living next door to them anymore.”
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A group from Kilmacomma, Clonmel doing the annual clean-up on the Dungarvan road on Saturday 15th. Left to right: Joan O'Donnell, Peg Power, Tony Coyne, Michael Hickey and Michael Cremmins.
SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to Mary Fenton on the recent death of her mother, Nora Hallinan (nee Norris), Sillaheen, Ballymacarbry. Nora was predeceased by her husband Tommy. We also extend our sympathies to her sister Bridget (White), grandchildren Martina, Deirdre and Brian, great grandchildren Chloe and Abbie, nephews, nieces, family, friends and neighbours. Funeral Mass was in St. Laurence's Church, Fourmilewater, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Kitty Mulcahy, Kilkeany, Ballymacarbry, whose death occurred recently. We extend our sympathies to her sister Margaret Walsh, Cahir, niece Jacqueline, nephews Kevin, Eoin and Brian and their wives and partners, Gena, Roisin, Doris, relatives neighbours and
many friends. Funeral Mass was in St. Helena's Church, The Nire, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Results for weekending 15th April. Winning numbers drawn were 6, 7, 30. There was no winner of the €2,200 jackpot. The 5 x €20 winners were: Mick O'Sullivan, Liam Fraher, Nora Walsh, Imelda Gleeson, Karine Drohan. Next draw will be in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Sunday night, 23rd April. EASTER CEREMONIES Easter passed peacefully in the Parish and St. Mary's Church looked beautiful over the Easter Ceremonies with a wide array of floral decorations that really enhanced the church. Thanks to all who gave up their time and effort in preparing the church for the Easter ceremonies.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY
Be Careful What You Wish For....
By Donal Buckley Long, long ago, in a land far, far away, there lived a rich and benevolent king. He was well admired by all the people.They, in turn, were rewarded for their loyalty with moderate taxes and an adequate dental service. The kings bounty was spread across the land where it flourished. The citizens of the kingdom said it was good. And it was good. The kingdom prospered for many years and was the envy of all the neighbouring lands. One day, the king called for his senior minion, Sir Hedrik of Whoville. "You called, Sire" said Hedrik "Hedrik" said the King," What am I?" Hedrik replied,"Is this a trick question? Because I've become really attached to my neck over the years." "My Dear Hedrik", said the King, "be honest.Who do you think I am?" Hedrik took a deep breath, and said,"You are the escathalogical kyrig and the ultimate manifestation of our very being." The King said, "Wha?" Hedrik said, "Your Majesty, you The Man!" "But, am I loved by my people?" cried the King. "Of course you are, Sire." replied the fawning Hedrik, "The populace is happy and prosperous.The country is fruitful and abundant with success. There has never been a greater time in our history" After a long pause, the King asked," But, whats in it for me?" Tentatively, Hedrik said, "What do you mean, Sire?" His Majesty drew himself up to his full height and spoke as if he was addressing a room full of people,"I am the greatest ruler this land has ever witnessed. There has never been a wiser, more successful head of state in the history of the world. But, who appreciates me? How will I be remembered? What will be my legacy? The time has come, Hedrik, for me to think of ME." "And how would you wish to do that, O wise one?" asked Hedrik softly. The King thought for a few minutes in silence. When he spoke again, it was in a low purposeful growl, "King Tut had his pyramid, Louis XIV had his Palace at Versailles and Bertie almost had his Bowl. I too will have a great monument built." "Unfortunately, your Majesty, all the good builders are gone to Mexico to build a wall," said Hedrik. As quick as a flash, the King replied, "We won't need them. Get me the finest carpenters in the land. We are going to build a staircase" "To where, my Lord and Master?" enquired Sir Hedrik."to where?" "To Heaven, of course," replied the King, "where else?" And so it began, that stairway to Heaven. Taxes were raised. Stockpiles of Winter timber were confiscated for a clandestine building project. All the carpenters and their helpers were sworn to secrecy and guards were placed at the entrance, in case the peasants tried to enter Paradise before the King. It took many, many years for the stairway to be completed. Endless resources and manpower were exploited for the glorification of the now, reclusive and chronically ill King. When he eventually died, His Majesty approached the foot of the mighty stairs and demanded to be allowed through. The guards, felt uncomfortable telling their former boss that he wasn't allowed pass. "Do you know who I am?" roared the outraged Monarch, "I am The King. I gave you everything you have. I built this stairway. After you beg my forgiveness on bended knee, I will climb that stairs" "Sorry" said the guard, "I have orders" "Orders" screamed the King, " Who's orders? Let me speak to the man above, NOW!" Again the guard apologised, and said "It was He who gave the orders. He says you built the stairs in the wrong direction." Ballinameela Creatives are looking forward to longer evenings, warmer temperatures and sunshine. So, we're moving to Malta. (I wish) Lyrics by Led Zeppelin "There's a lady who's sure all that glitters is gold and she's buying a stairway to Heaven. When she gets there she knows, if the stores are all closed, with a word she can get what she came for. "
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 program of events can be obtained at our training session BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP This 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. 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 There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own indoor soccer games for the winter 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 rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall. Niamh Reynolds is responsible
for the month of April and can be contacted on 087-6792321. LOTTO RESULTS 17/4/’17 – Numbers drawn were 2, 7 and 27. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Ava Flavin, Ballymullala; Teresa Ryan, Lauragh; Jay McGrath, Ballinameela; Patrick Harrington, Knockalara; Joan Hannon, Ballyduff. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,850 and the draw will take place in Cruiscín Lán. 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.
ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS GOOD FRIDAY Well we got a message from on high in the form of a couple of hours rain on Good Friday from 3.30 onwards which prevented our big spring clean-up of the local roads.We are rescheduling now for this Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. at Quinn’s Cross. So if you can spare an hour come along & bring gloves & hi viz vest. Several families have already done their own localities, so if we get a good turnout we’ll get loads done. N25 CLEAN-UP SATURDAY MORNING The forecast is good so we’ll try to continue the good work with a clean up of the N25 & Grange area on this Saturday morning. Meet at Grange Church 9.00 a.m. Again, if your family is can do your own road/area give Mary Hennessy or myself a shout so we can factor that in. 086-8785222. ALLOTMENTS Our most sincere thanks to Jamesie O’Donnell for the numerous visits he made to our allotments harrowing and rotavating and eventually opening drills for us. He has us absolutely spoilt with the wonderful soil
he has made for us. Our thanks also to John Prendergast who ploughed it for us. Both of them very generously gave us their time and machinery right in the middle of their own hectic sowing season. So the white flag has been raised and all the gardeners are rushing to get the early greens in. Happy gardening. TREE CARE Because of our exposed location close to the sea, it is very difficult to grow trees in Ardmore and we in the Tidy Towns religiously plant at least 20 trees every year sometimes maybe even 50 or a hundred. Several of these would be just replacing ones that failed. All in all we have about 1000 trees and shrubs well established around the village and locality. Some of these are now over 40 years old and well established and hopefully will be there for our children and grandchildren to enjoy. Imagine our dismay then when fertilising some of the young trees recently we found a number of them had been deliberately vandalised by someone who cut the ‘leader’ with a knife or a secateurs. This is an entirely new
departure in Ardmore, where we are in the habit of expecting nature to be nurtured and cared. We are asking everyone to keep an eye out for us and we have various cameras in selected locations which we will also be checking. ROUND TOWER HOTEL POKER Wednesday night last saw a win for Billy Harty in the Poker Final The Round Tower on Wednesday night with league leader, Catherine Mansfield, and second placed, Jerome Curran both contesting the final & thus retaining their position at the head of affairs. Redmond Foley followed up last week’s win with a share of 2nd place with Mary Ann Troy. Ann Mooney & James Bryan won the ‘also rans’ games. PROGRESSIVE 45 AT KEEVERS Tess Mansfield & Nora May O’Neill shared first prize with John Cronin & James Flavin at Keevers on Thursday night. Anne Hally & Terri McGrath were best of the last 5 with Michael O’Reilly & Tom Power picking up the prize for the last game.
Ardmore Grange ICA make a substantial donation to Ardmore Grange Community Alert at their recent AGM. Seen here is Elsie Hickey, Pat Trihy, John Sullivan (Community Alert), Jean McCarthy and Mary Foley.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns TAKING advantage of last week's fine weather from Monday, 10th April to Friday, 14th a big amount of work was carried out by our two CES workers and the working team. It started in the Millennium Park with the power washing of the bandstand inside and out, the washing of seating there, the cleaning of the gates at the entrance to the park and the washing of the railings outside the park. Our two CES workers then spent the rest of the week painting the bandstand inside and out - a slow job because of the amount of decorative iron work. Our thanks to Jim Noonan and Henry Hurton for a job well done.Thanks to Mr. Pat Troy for supplying the scaffolding and to our own members Michael and Liam who were on site morning and evening. On the Monday evening our work team split into two groups for work with one group clipping the topiary at Canal View Park and at St. Carthage's Church and the other group trimming the box hedging at South Mall. Our next big project for this year started on Wednesday morning last on the site of the weigh
house at Ballyrafter. The first part of the plan was the removal of the thatch because of its deteriorating condition. After consultation with the Conservation Officer Waterford City & Co. Co. Ms. Rose Ryall it was decided to replace the thatch with corrugated iron as it would have been when first built. Buildings such as those would not have been thatched when built originally. Thanks to Mr. Pat Ryan for providing the scaffolding and to Mr. John Foley for his advice re safety at this particular site. The removal of the thatch took over three hours with our own members Willie, Michael, George, Liam and Sean doing the work. The work will be finished off in the coming weeks and we look forward to its completion. Thanks also to Mr. Ben Heyes Lismore Estates for giving us permission to do the work. The draw for our two Easter Hampers took place on Thursday last at Houlihan's Garage and the hampers were won by Mr. Donal Kennefick, Chapel Street who bought the line at the Wine Vaults and Mr. Christy Brien, Lismore Post Office who bought the line at
Eamonn's Place. Lismore Tidy Towns wishes to thank all those people who bought lines for the draw and to the following businesses which sold lines: Lismore Farmers Market, Houlihan's Garage, Eamonn's Place, Lismore Credit Union, McGrath's Butchers, Lismore Wine Vaults and Rose's West End Bar. The money raised will be used to pay our public liability insurance which has increased from €490 in 2016 to €800 in 2017 - a really big increase for a voluntary group. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK: This week we start tips on how to be a green gardener: When buying gardening products keep an eye out for hazardous symbols displayed on labels. Why not look and try for an alternative one which is more friendly to the environment Pesticides and herbicides can get into the food chain working their way up through insects to birds and rodents harming the balance of our local ecosystems Garden fertilisers can encourage soft growth, making plants more susceptible to damage by wind and rain and also by pests such as slugs.
Alexandra Corte-Real and Jennifer Marshall of Lismore Castle Arts pictured at Lismore Castle Arts, Co. Waterford at the opening of a solo exhibition by Anthony McCall, bringing together seminal early works such as ‘Line Describing a Cone’ (1973), alongside complex new works such as ‘Swell’ (2016). This is Anthony McCall’s first solo exhibition in Ireland and presents a rare opportunity to see this important and groundbreaking work. [Clare Keogh]
Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart GRATITUDE to all who participated in our parish celebrations of the Easter Tridiuum. Good liturgy enhances our personal faith and enthuses us to live our Faith ever more courageously. When we try to share our Easter Faith with people in a kindly and friendly way when the time arises it is good to keep our explanations very simply. So often the best we can do is be kindly in word towards them as no obvious opportunity for Faith sharing arises. Jesus warned us about throwing pearls before certain domestic animals. What we hold sacred has to be held sacred and shared in the opportune moment. We would never know the Risen Lord, but for the fidelity of
the first witnesses who bravely witnessed the Resurrection of Jesus. And in turn that Faith experience has come down to our generation. So much has changed in the life experiences of people, yet the core needs of being human are unchangeable. From the Easter experience a new community grew. We could call it the Church, the Body of Christ.We will acquaint ourselves with the ‘Acts of the Apostles’ in this Easter Season. You are encouraged to read the Acts of the Apostles for yourself. The chief person in the Acts is in fact the Holy Spirit, the gift of the Risen Lord. The Spirit is with us no less today than was with the early Church. With confidence call on the Holy
Spirit as you face each new day. Easter people face the real challenges of modern living. Faith is a call to engage with the many great concerns of people today The Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Mass Timetable: Weekday Mass at 10 am. Saturday, 22nd April Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 pm Sunday, 23rd April Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 am Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11 am. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM
TALLOW NEWS FROM TALLOW AND ROUND ABOUT Tallow Enterprise Centre: The first Cinema Day, held at Tallow Enterprise Centre, by the Active Retired Group on Wednesday last, was a resounding success, with pop-corn and ice-cream from Baldwin’s ice-cream in Knockanore, the atmosphere was amazing. All the ladies thoroughly enjoyed the day and a further cinema day is planned in the coming months. Classes: All computer and leisure classes are now in their final weeks for this term, names are currently being taken for the autumn classes. So if you are considering upskilling or would just like to take
up a new hobby, Art, Quilting or knitting, call the centre on 058-56445 and reserve a place for September. Tallow Community Centre: Well, Easter has come and gone but the substantial bingo jackpot at Tallow Community Centre Bingo, goes on, now standing at €5,850, so there’s still a chance to win, get to Tallow at 8.30 p.m. on Sunday nights. Taekwondo continues on Tuesday nights at Tallow Community Centre from 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Social Dance this coming Friday night with Adrian Ryan, great night assured on Saturday, 8th April in Dublin.
Paul Synnott, musician and Renata Pekowska, pictured at Lismore Castle Arts, Co. Waterford at the opening of a solo exhibition by Anthony McCall. [Clare Keogh]
Lismore Dramatic Society FOLLOWING our hugely successful production “Spotlight on Broadway” we are holding a Video Night of the show and get together party for all the cast and their families on this Friday night, 21st April at 7.00 p.m. in the Courthouse Theatre Lismore. All who helped in any way are invited to attend this night of fun and laughter. See you all there! Loads of Goodies for all!
MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 15th April, 2017 – Numbers drawn were 4, 11 and 15. No winner. €25 winners - Dearbhla Ryan, Cara Fitzgerald, Paul Marks Clashmore, Ita Keevers Clashmore. Next week’s Jackpot €1,100. Easter Draw - Gavin Dalton, John Hickey Snr., Corinna Walsh, Patrick McGrath (Clashmore), Peggy Beausang, (Clashmore), Sarah Fitzgerald, Margaret Burke, Dolores Reddy, Dearbhla Ryan, Dan Fenton.
Promoters prize - Nick Troy. NA DEISE LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB Thank you to everyone who contributed or supported our Cake Sale in anyway. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798. BOOKINGS anyone looking to book the Astro turf or Hall Please contact John Power on 087-2834600.
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International Churchill Society backs Dromana May 7th Seminar ON Sunday, May 7th, History Day at Dromana, Barbara Grubb's family home near Cappoquin, will attract a visitor who is flying specially from America. "We have four papers offer-
ing new perspectives on Winston Churchill," explains Barbara Grubb, "bringing together the themes of sculpture, oratory and Ireland." The interest from the USA came as a pleasant surprise.
"I was gearing up for a day's work in the garden, to make sure we'll be ready for visitors when we open to the public in May. As all gardeners know, there are jobs that just have to be done by early April, or your
Macmillan and Thatcher with Sculptor Oscar Nemon.
A view onto the Blackwater from a room at Dromana.
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CARNIVAL 2017 The Carnival committee met at Barrons' last Saturday morning, and members are hard at work sorting out the details of this year's Carnival, which is now just two months away. It will open on Friday, June 16th, with the Dromana Five and some
street entertainment. The oneway system in Main Street has made the usual race finish at the Square more problematic, due to traffic flow issues, and a slight change of location for the race finish and entertainment is currently being considered. For Saturday, June 17th, we are
delighted to announce that the Maderson family will open the exhibition space at Derriheen House between 1.00 and 4.00 p.m., and all are welcome to come and view Arthur's latest paint-magic. At the same time, the main Carnival fun and games will take place across the road at Affane/Cappoquin GAA field, by kind permission of the club. We are still working on the details here. At other stages over the weekend, with times to be confirmed as yet, there will be the Castle Street Cascade, historical walking tour, art classes, scratch races at the rowing club and we are also working on a second art exhibition. The next committee meeting, to which
Summer will be a disaster." But a sudden blizzard of transatlantic e-mails put gardening on hold. "One of our local friends had forwarded the May 7th programme to the International Churchill Society in America," says Barbara Grubb. "I'd no idea Winston Churchill was so popular in the USA," she admits. "The Society's headquarters is at George Washington University in Washington DC. I thought everybody in Washington was focused on President Trump," jokes Barbara Grubb, "but our History Day has certainly aroused interest over there!" The Executive Director of the International Churchill Society, Dr Michael Bishop, plans to fly the Atlantic to take part on May 7th.
"Michael Bishop's father comes from County Monaghan, so he's very interested to meet Mark Leslie, whose family come from Castle Leslie in Monaghan." "Mark Leslie will speak about the influence of a prominent American politician on the young Churchill." Michael Bishop has also met another Dromana speaker, Dr Martin Mansergh, at an Embassy reception in Washington. Martin Mansergh will speak on Eamon de Valera and his dealings with Churchill. "It really is very kind of Dr Bishop to travel so far to be with us," says Barbara Grubb. "Sadly, it won't be a long visit, because he has to speak in Washington on Tuesday May 9th, just two days after our event."
"Our History Days rely on the support of Dromana's local friends, but it's great to have somebody visiting from overseas as well." The programme also includes a talk by Aurelia Young, daughter of sculptor Oscar Nemon, noted for his statues of Churchill, and a presentation by Peter Murray on another sculptor, Clare Sheridan. "Aurelia Young's mother was Patricia Villiers-Stuart, my grandfather's cousin, and Clare Sheridan was Churchill's cousin" explains Barbara Grubb. "When I found all these connections, I thought, 'Small world!' Welcoming a visitor from Washington underlines the point!" Full programme on www.dromanahouse.com. Booking essential.
any interested newcomers will be very welcome, is scheduled for Saturday, April 30th, in Barrons' at 10.00 a.m. TREKKINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; EEJITS One last reminder of the Trekkin' Eejits walk in aid of the SOLAS Centre next weekend. Cara, Eamonn, Gina or Catherine will be delighted to give any interested walkers further details â&#x20AC;&#x201C; see local posters for details. What the local posters won't tell you, of course, is that this intrepid group of walkers has raised tens of thousands of euro for charitable causes already, over the best part of a decade, and this year's walk along the new Greenway and on to the Red Bridge at Cappoquin will be no
exception in terms of organisational detail, a good cause and great craic.Well done to everyone involved. WHERE WE LIVE The new exhibition of paintings by first year students at Blackwater Community School opened at Cappoquin Library last week, and continues for a few weeks more during library opening times. This is actually the fourth event promoted by Civic Link in the upstairs space at the Library since the Summer of 2016, and it is a great credit to both the County Library Service and Sheila, the local librarian, that the facility has been made so readily available. A bit thanks to everyone at BCS for their sup-
port also - we think you will find that the paintings are pretty good too. KIRSTEN MURRAY Anybody visiting Cork this month or in early May could do a lot worse that pop into The Natural Foods Bakery in Paul Street, close to Patrick Street. Kirsten Murray, with layers of Barrack Street and Kilbree connections, has an exhibition of her ceramics and mosaics on display there, entitled The Devil's Jigsaw. From what we have seen so far, it looks like it would be well worth a visit. Do hurry if you intend to purchase any of the artworks, as the word is they have been selling pretty fast - like hot cakes in fact. Well done Kirsten.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
KILMAC KILMACTHOMAS DAY CENTRE The ladies at the Kilmacthomas Day Centre decided last November to knit jumpers for babies in Africa. A nun in Youghal dispatches them, they are called 'Fish & Chip' jumpers - when babies leave the hospital they are wrapped in newspaper. The families live by scavaging on piles of waste and sell anything collected to feed their families. When we heard just how we could help, out came the knitting needles and as I write over 120 of these vests have been made. Well done to everyone, especially Annie who is 93 years young and made over 20! We are taking a trip in May to Youghal to present them and make a day out for the ladies. We are about to start on our next knitting project and should anyone have odds of DOUBLE KNITTING YARN we would be delighted to receive it - it can be left at the Daffodil Charity shop in Kilmacthomas or post to Carrie, Carrigcastle, Kilmacthomas.Tel. 089-2157439. The Day Centre is open Tuesday/Wednesday 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m., €6 which includes lunch. STRADBALLY WHIST Stradbally Whist meets this
Wednesday, April 19th. Open 7.30 p.m., start 8.00 p.m. €5 for evening, includes tea and cake and you may well win one of the 11 prizes! All welcome. WATERS & COMMUNITIES Healthy Waters supporting Vibrant Communities. Do your local rivers, lakes and coasts matter to you?. Get involved! The Waters and Communities Office will hold a public meeting in The Rainbow Community Centre, Kilmacthomas on Wednesday, 19th April, at 8.15 p.m. to 9.15 p.m. to discuss the natural waters within your local area. Ann Phelan Community Waters Officer for Waterford will present information the latest draft River Basin Management Plan with details of how you can have a say.There will be a discussion on local interests such as; water quality, angling, heritage, biodiversity, amenity use or issues affecting your local water environment. Afterwards there will be refreshments and opportunities to network. For more information contact Ann on 085-8084067. LOTTO DRAW Results for the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw on Saturday, 15th April. Letters drawn were E, M, Q and R. No jackpot winner.
Pupils from Kilmacthomas Primary School on the Greenway for Scoot to School Day. Five winners of €20 each to Farrell Family, Grawn; Murt Power, c/o PPI; Damien Carey, Craughaun View, Kilmac; Paul Burke & Shannon Whelan, c/o Kiersey's and Michael Kiersey,
Currabaha, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €1,150, be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club results for Monday, 10th April - Monica Gough, Joan Stokes, Nicola
Carroll, Mary Flynn, Alice Walsh, Stess Connolly, Brigid Power, Eileen Queally, John Power, Mary Power and Mary Walsh. Raffle winners - Breda Galvin, Mary Walsh, Monica Gough,
Peggy O’Carroll, Mary Kirwan, Mary Walsh and Mary Ann Coffey. Whist each Monday night in Ballylaneen Centre at 8.00 p.m. New members always welcome.
KILROSSANTY WHIST Results from the hall 12/03/’17 – Geraldine O’Callaghan, Biddy Quinlan, Emer Norris, Kay Veale, Helen Lally, Margaret Riordan, Kathleen Whyte, Breda Hennessey, Ellis Wilkins. Raffle Geraldine O’Callaghan, Kathleen Whyte, Margaret Riordan, Mary
O’Donnell. Next Whist on Thursday night 27th April. New members welcome. CLEAN-UP Thanks to all who helped in any way with the clean-up last Monday. THANKS Thanks to all who cycled last Sunday for mental health and
Pupils from 3rd Class, Kilrossanty NS with Una from Global Action Plan who conducted Energy Workshops with the pupils.
suicide awareness. DEISE DRAW The first draw will be held on Wednesday, 8th May in Ballymacarbry.Tickets can be had from promoters. Tickets to be back by 7th May to Mairead Coffey. No ticket will be in the draw unless accompanied by money. Six months at €15 a month. Top prize €12,500. CONFIRMATION Confirmation in Kilrossanty Church on 23rd May at 11 o’clock. COMMEMORATION A large crowd attended the Commemoration in Kilrossanty last Sunday. Full details in next week’s issue. KILROSSANTY NATIONAL SCHOOL Congratulations to pupils from 2nd class who received their Sacrament of Penance recently and also to 5th and 6th Class pupils preparing for their Confirmation who celebrated the Service of Light. First Holy Communion takes place for Kilrossanty NS on Saturday, 6th May and Confirmation takes place on Tuesday, 23rd May for both Kilrossanty and Fews in Kilrossanty Church when we will welcome Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan to our Parish. POETRY PRIZEWINNER We would like to congratulate Abi Barron from 2nd Class who recently was a prizewinner in he
Pupils from Junior Infants Kilrossanty NS planting seeds with Ms. Smith during our Green Schools Action Day recently.
Poetry Ireland Fota Wildlife Park Poetry Competition for her poem Tapir Rescue. Well done Abi! Abi’s peom will be included on the Poetry Trail Map at Fota Wildlife Park over the Easter Break and up to World Poetry
Day on 27th April. CLOTHES COLLECTION Our next collection is on Friday, 28th April. All donations would be greatly appreciated as all money raised will go towards school funds. All types of textiles including clothing, shoes, curtains
etc. will be accepted. Go to cashforclobber.ie for more information. If family and friends have items to donate to us and have no way of getting them to us please contact the school office on 051291419 and we can arrange collection for you.
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Dick Clancy, John Dee, Barry Flack, Billy Cowming, Jim Thompson, Jay Murphy, David Boughton, Denis Moules, Michael Cass and at front Jim Power and Joe O’Reilly.
Conor and Martin, VBC sailing cadets getting ready for their Easter Sunday sail.
Dungarvan Men’s Shed
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WELCOME VISITORS LAST WEEK Jim and Sally Thompson our great supporters from Woodhouse, Stradbally were most welcome visitors to the Shed last week. We were delighted that they shared their precious time with us and we had fun and banter while enjoying a cuppa and a chat. John Dee sang two songs. We are most grateful to Sally for bringing amongst her gifts some Easter eggs while kindly Jim agreed to donate a large beech tree which Dick Clancy identified as being very suitable for our woodturning. GOOD LUCK CHRIS Waterford Festival of Food will take place in Dungarvan this weekend, 21st to 23rd April 2017. On Saturday 22nd Chris Heaphy will be demonstrating alongside others artists his oil painting technique at the Haven Studio in O’Connell Street which is a venue for the Festival ART TRAIL. Pop in and say hello to Chris if you are in the
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Sally and Jim Thompson with a group of members.
vicinity. We wish Chris the very best of luck on this his first ever public appearance to demonstrate his creative skills. CARRICK VISITORS A Cancer Survivor Support Group from Carrick on Suir visited the Shed last week. This group which was founded by Mary Hickey a number of years ago to support people who have survived cancer. During the chat and a cuppa they explained the purpose of the group and outlined their own personal battle with cancer. Mary has been through an awful ordeal and is now an advocate for change in the provision of services for people suffering from cancer. Mary presented a framed painting to the Shed which was accepted by Nick Sheehan. Paying for car parking on property that is owned by citizens of this State while visiting hospitals during treatment is one of the scandalous penalties that the HSE imposes on the sick and their families/visitors. This prac-
tice is approved by our local and national politicians who sit on the Boards of the HSE. We are allowing this to happen by doing nothing about it while we are sick and vulnerable. Write or tell the politicians this must change! OPENING TIMES You are very welcome to call in to the Shed to see what we are
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Mary Hickey of Carrick-on-Suir Cancer Support Group presents Nick Sheehan with a painting during last weeks visit to the Shed.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Author Jo Spain pictured with some of the group who gathered to meet her and get their books signed at Youghal Library last Saturday.
WEST WATERFORD JO SPAIN VISITS YOUGHAL LIBRARY Pehaps you are a regular or lapsed reader of crime fiction, either way you will love a relatively new author on the scene – Jo Spain. Based in Dublin, Jo is married with four young children. She works in Leinster House and has still mangaed to-date, to write four books, two of which have already been published. Jo recently visited Youghal Library and captivated her audience, with her gentle and unasuming personality. She gave a wonderful insight into her life as an author, how she manages to plot her stories around every day life and the surroundings in which she lives. Her books are based on Irish people, history, politics, humour and facts turned into fiction. In her first novel “With our Blessings” the crime centres around the Magdalene Laundries and Mother and Baby Homes scandals. Her second book “Beneath The Surface” a political thriller, is a fictional story based around her place of work Leinster House. Jo has an extrordinary way of exploring the light and darker of all her characters, even the best of them have flaws and despite the evil crimes they have committed she manages to protray her murders with a certin amonut of empathy. Her brilliant story lines manages to keep you guessing right to the end.Two brilliant books which you just cannot put down until you read the final page. This is only the beginning for Jo, her third novel “Sleeping Beauties” will be available on the book shelves in September followed by “The Confession” early next year. So some exciting reading for all crime fiction fans in the coming months. This was a rare and wonderful opportunity to meet such a magnificent author and we would sincerely like to thank Jo for coming to Youghal and taking so much time to talk to everyone and answer questions. A big thank you also to Marian and staff of Youghal Library
for hosting this wonderful audience with Jo, which was really enjoyed by all who attended. DEATH OF NORA O’CONNOR With great sadness we record the death of Mrs. Nora O’Connor, Summerhill Kinsalebeg who died peacefully at CareChoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday last, April 12th. Predeceased by her husband Michael and her daughter Ann, Nora will be so dearly missed by her loving sons and daughters, Maria, Jer, Eileen, Noel and Thomas; grandchildren, greatgranddaughter, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends, to all of you we extend our deepest sympathy. Nora’s removal took place from Egan’s Funeral Home, Youghal on Holy Thursday evening to Piltown Church, and following the celebration of the Liturgy of the Word on Good Friday, Nora was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. DAWN CHORUS Blackwater Garden Centre invites you to join them on Saturday, 29th April at 5 am, to experience the wonderful “Dawn Chorus.” We know, it's early but it will be worth it! Bring the whole family, tea and coffee will be provided. Get to know the birds in your area by their call. Learn about migratory birds arriving now, all for free! Booking is essential as places are limited. Call us on 024-92725 or email info@blackwatergardencentre.ie to book. BASKET MAKING WITH CATHY HAYDEN - SATURDAY 20th, 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. Once again, locals can learn the wonderful traditional skills of Basket Making from Master Basket Maker Cathy Hayden and bring home your own beautiful basket. There is something truly rewarding about shaping and weaving your own basket from Irish grown willow. Bring strong fingers and plenty
of energy! €85 includes refreshments on arrival, lunch & afternoon tea at Blackwater Garden Centre. Call us on 024-92725 to book. FORAGING WALK WITH ANDREW MALCOLM SATURDAY, 29th APRIL 10.30 am Walk, talk and tasting. Join experienced forager, Andrew, for a walk and forage through the lands at Blackwater and its surrounding lanes. Later taste and discuss the fruit of your labours along with tea or coffee and scones in the Goodfood Café, Kinsalebeg. €15 per person. Booking at the Blackwater Garden Centre 02492725 to book. KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY GROUP MESSAGE OF SYMPATHY Kinsalebeg Community Group, Thursday Club, send their sincere condolences to the family of the late Nora O'Connor, (RIP) Summerhill, Kinsalebeg. PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART Thanks to all who helped out with the Holy Week Ceremonies in the parish – special thanks to our Sacristans and those who help them. DO THIS IN MEMORY Do This In Memory Masses will be celebrated in Ballinameela and Aglish next Saturday night, April 22nd and Sunday morning, April 23rd. EXAM MASSES Exam Masses for all students from the area sitting exams this year, will be celebrated on Friday, June 2nd at 7.30 pm. FIRST HOLY COMMUNIONS First Holy Communion will take place in the Parish as follows: Aglish Church - Sunday, May 7th at 11.30 am and Ballinameela - Sunday, May 14th at 11.30 am. On both Sundays there will be Mass in Aglish at 10.15 am as well WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES World meeting of families –
Marian O’Halloran, author Jo Spain and Youghal's Town Crier Cliff Winser.
prayer is being put in to the three churches in the parish. WELL MASSES The annual celebration of Masses at our two local Holy Wells will be celebrated as follows: St. Cathaldus Well Ballinameela – Wednesday, May 10th at 7.30 pm St. Declan’s Well Toor – Thursday, July 27th at 12 noon. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS WEEKLY ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS The weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place in Clashmore on Sunday night last, April 16th and the following were the letters drawn N, X, L. F. We had no jackpot winner, so next week’s Jackpot will be €2,800. Congratulations to the following who were the lucky winners of our weekly €20 spot prizes – Paula Carey, Johnny Curran, Mike Broderick. Thank you to everyone for your continued support CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO The weekly Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, April 17th and our numbers drawn were 3, 8, 13, 15. We had no match
four ticket to win our jackpot, so next week we will have €10,000 to be won by anyone who manages to match the four numbers out in our draw when it takes place at The Ole Mill. Congratulations to the following who were this week’s lucky spot prize winners of €20: Jane O’Connor, Kieran Connery, Mary O’Halloran, Declan Hickey, T. Hickey, Newtown. Thank you to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our 45 Ddrive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore on Monday night, April 17th. All our winners this week on nine games were Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent. In second place we had Jim McGrath and Jack Douris on eight games. In joint third on six games each we had Mary O’Donovan and Kathleen Osborne,Tony Keane and Gabriel Hynes. Our lucky last game winners were Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy, Pat Roche and Roger Hynes. Thanks to everyone for your support NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations and best wishes to Philip and Marie Dee, Kilgabriel, Clashmore on the birth of their
baby girl whom they have named Emma. Best wishes from all your friends. SAVE THE DATE Coming our way on Monday, May 22nd we have the ever popular John Hogan, Trudy Lawlor, Mick Flavin, Pat McKenna, Gina and Michael Collins in a Gala Concert at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. This has to be one of the most popular social events of the year for many music lovers so be sure to save the date to your diary. As with all our events the proceeds of this concert will be donated to our local nominated charities and presented to them at the end of the year – your support is very much appreciated. BINGO On these lovely long Sunday evenings what better way to spend time with your neighbours and friends than a night at the Bingo. Each Sunday night here in Kinsalebeg Community Hall we have Bingo with eyes down at 8.00 pm. Why not check us out, this or any Sunday night we would love to see more new faces along – a bus leaves Youghal for the bingo in Kinsalebeg each Sunday evening at 7.15 pm and all are welcome.
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Clashmore Parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association Fundraising Fashion Show PHOTOGRAPHS BY TONY LEDINGHAM THE Clashmore Parents Association held a fundraising Fashion Show last weekend at the Walter Raleigh Hotel.Youghal.Thanks to the trojan work done by our members, parents, school staff (present and past), supporters and friends, some much needed funds were raised for our School. Our shops who went way beyond expectations to co-ordinate and supply us with some beautiful fashion which was modelled on the night:- from Dungarvan we had Noel Devereux, Born, New Look, Carrig Donn, and Rainbow Kids; from Youghal we had Orchid we also had Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA and Clashmore Ramblers.
Margaret Foley and Cathy Osborne models for Born.
Vika and Tia model some of the beautiful range of clothing from New Look.
Michael and Eamonn model some of the beautiful range of suits from Noel Devereux Menswear, Dungarvan.
Brendan and Shirley model some of the beautiful range of fashion from Devereux and Carrig Donn. Edmond and Jordan model some of the beautiful range from Devereux Menswear and New Look, Dungarvan.
Lorraine models some of the beautiful range of clothes from Born Dungarvan.
Emer Fleming models for Carrig Donn.
Eamonn and Helena model some of the beautiful range from Devereux Menswear and Carrig Donn, Dungarvan.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Br. Finbar Spring presenting Michael Kiely with a special award for his achievement in the American Juniors Open. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Mia Fitzgerald, Hanna Csonka, Sarah Fahy (U-10 winner), Kenny Keane, Chairperson. Roisin Mackle, Annie Treen. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting Michael Kiely with a special award for his achievement in the American Juniors Open. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting the U-17 Singles winners trophy to Rory Cusack. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Boys U16 Willie Beresford presenting the winner Michael Kiely with his trophy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Included is Oisin Hallahan, finalist.
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Boys Under 13. Kenny Keane Chairperson presenting Charlie Treen with his trophy. Included are Sean Callaghan, finalist, Matthew Rogers, B winner. Con Williams and Tom Nee. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Lily Higgins (U-12 B winner), Shauna Mackle (U-12 A winner), Kenny Keane, Chairperson. Elise Knight (U-12 A finalist) and Danielle Connors. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Boys U-11 Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting the winners trophy to Rory Morrissey. Included are Cal Tutty, finalist, Darragh Buckley, E. Harrington, Daithi Colleran, Paddy McCarthy and Diarmuid Merkel. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
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Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Full group of prizewinners in the boys competitions.
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Grainne Moore (U-11 B finalist), Emily Fahy (U-11 A winner), Kenny Keane, Chairperson, Shannon Conway (U-11 A finalist) Emer O'Neill (B finalist). [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Girls U-13 l to r: Miah Fitzgerald, Saoirse Kelly, Winner, Kenny Keane, Chairperson, Ella Gantly, finalist and Grace Tritschler. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Boys U-15 Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting the winners trophy to Jamie Moylan. Included are Sean O'Sullivan, finalist and Daniel Treen, B winner. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
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Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. U-12 Boys Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting the winner, Billy O'Connell with his trophy. Included is Brian Callaghan, finalist. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Boys U-14 Kenny Keane, Chairperson presenting the winners trophy to Willie Beresford. Included are Seamus O'Sullivan, finalist and Rian Hayes, B winner. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Handball Club Championship Finals. Full group of prizewinners in the girls [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] competitions.
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Mental Health and Suicide Awareness Cycle
Yvonne Dillon, Nutrilicous Food Co., Cllr. Liam Brazil, cycle organiser and Lucia Quealy, Terra Nua Building Contractors, who sponsored the energy bars and energy balls handmade by Yvonne and given out to the cyclist before they left Crottys Inn, Lemybrien, for the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Cllr. Liam Brazil, organiser of the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle, pictured during Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Group from Dungarvan Cycling Club who took part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle are photographed at Crotty's Inn after the cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Johnny Clarke. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Three young cyclists who took part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle are photographed at Crotty's Inn after the cycle.
Cyclists taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle are photographed at the Food Stop in Kill. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
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Eamonn and Dylan Clancy photographed before the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Cyclist taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle are photographed at the Food Stop in Kill. Appropriately dressed for the Easter Sunday Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle.
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James Veale and Laurence McCarthy pictured at the Food Stop in Kill during [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle.
Grainne Costello. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Ger Wyley leads a group of cyclists leaving Annestown during the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle are [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] photographed at the Food Stop in Kill.
SCHOOL NEWS Dungarvan teachers looking to move up the career ladder invited to Education Programme Open Day at WIT Arena PEOPLE interested in finding work as teachers in further education or existing teachers hoping to climb the career ladder are invited to attend the inaugural Education Programmes Open Day at the WIT Arena from 10.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m. on Saturday, 22nd April. Waterford Institute of Technology’s Department of Education runs a number of programmes that have Teaching Council recognition and attracts students from far and wide on its variety of courses for educators. As well as a suite of undergraduate programmes,WIT has a set of unique level 8 and level 9 programmes delivered through flexible and blended learning; some are block delivered and others run in Dublin and Cork as well as Waterford. Helen Murphy, the Head of the Department of Education welcomes people in education or interested in education to come along to find out which course can help them to reach their personal or professional development goals. “Our programmes are flexible,
responsive and connect teaching with practice. We have been working with adult learners for over 30 years and have a long history of supporting adult education. We offer programmes
Spring clean in Garrabane National School.
from NFQ Level 6 up to NFQ Level 9. For detailed information on the event and individual programmes see www.wit.ie/teaching,” she says. Course options vary from
those for aspiring leaders in education at primary and secondary level to programmes for those wishing to pursue a career in adult or further education.
“The need for tutors working in adult and further education to possess a recognised third level qualification in pedagogy has been set out in the National Strategy for Further Education
and Training (SOLAS, 2014),” Murphy explains. The current portfolio of Education Programmes spans undergraduate programmes from Higher Certificate to Honours Degree level and a postgraduate portfolio that includes a range of Masters Programmes in; (i) teaching and learning in further and higher education; (ii) management of education and (iii) adult education, further education, community development and adult literacy. “All of our programmes were designed for practitioners working across the education spectrum (primary, post-primary, further, adult and higher education) to address the CPD needs of these sectors and to reflect the changes taking place in education practice and policy.” For those wanting to make the most of the Easter Break – the WIT Arena is next to the Waterford City entrance of the Waterford Greenway. People attending the event can spend the afternoon on the far end of the greenway from Dungarvan if they wish!
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Teachers deserve equal pay for equal work - CULLINANE SINN Féin TD and spokesperson for Public Expenditure and Reform David Cullinane said today that the issue of pay justice for teachers needs to be tackled in any post-Lansdowne Road agreement. Deputy Cullinane said:
David Cullinane TD
“Last November, I said that the deal proposed by Government to ASTI would not resolve the issue of equal pay for equal work and that it would further entrench inequality. “This is a clear source of disruption in the classroom and I simply do not understand why the Government refuses to accept the principle of equal work for equal pay. “Nobody wants strikes in the classroom. Similarly, nobody wants inequality in the classroom. “The Government needs to work with the ASTI to address the actual issues that are driving this dispute; equal work for equal pay and a clear roadmap towards a return to a single-tier pay structure in the public sector. “This issue will not go away and the Government needs to face up to that fact sooner rather than later.”
Easter raffle prize winners at Garranbane National School.
Minister Bruton announces measures to tackle school costs THE Minister on Tuesday announced that he will publish a circular to be adopted by schools to reduce the cost of school uniforms and other costs. The Minister believes that we have to put a greater emphasis on reducing the cost of school uniforms and other costs. The circular will be published in the coming days. This announcement is part of a suite of measures taken by Minister Bruton to take greater account of the needs of parents and students in the school system, including the School Admissions Bill which will reform information and procedures around the process of school enrolment, and the commencement of Fitness to Teach, which now allows a complaint to be made about a registered teacher to the Teaching Council for the first time. The Minister will also introduce a requirement for every school to develop a Parent and Student Charter, which will ensure that the interaction between students, parents and
schools, is always done in an open and progressive way. Following the implementation of the circular, school authorities will be required to adopt the following principles of cost-effective practice which will put a greater emphasis on reducing the cost of school uniforms and other costs: All elements of a school uniform should be purchasable from various stores; • Only “iron on” or “sew on” crests should be used • Wherever possible, generic rather than branded items should be specified (e.g. uniform, clothing, IT tablets, sports equipment etc.) • Provide parents with a list of all required items and indicate the likely costs of these required items at best value stores • Provide a book rental scheme • Ban the use of workbooks which cannot be reused • Where an exclusive supply arrangement applies, it should be tendered for regularly.
• The Board of Management in each school will have to review the cost of items which they require parents to purchase and to make this information available to the school community. Schools will consult with parents on their views and ask for suggestions on cost reduction initiatives. Parents will be asked for their views about school uniform costs, and other costs, through a questionnaire. Online Surveys, such as Survey Monkey, can be used by schools to quickly survey the views of parents, without any significant administrative overhead to the school. The Action Plan for Education, which aims to make the Irish education and training service the best in Europe, commits to restoring capitation payments to schools, as resources permit. Schools that have not adhered with the principles of cost-effective practice will receive a smaller increase in capitation. This is reinforced in this Circular.
The Minister is also introducing a requirement on every school to consult with parents and students regularly, and publish and operate a Parent and Student Charter. Some of the issues which schools will be required to deal with under the charter include: • Consult students and parents regularly in relation to school costs and work to avoid costs acting as a barrier • Publish a school financial statement which would include information on how any voluntary contributions are used The Bill to provide for a Parent and Student Charter is undergoing pre-legislative scrutiny. It will be published as soon as possible. Under the draft law, the Minister will be given the power to direct a school to comply with national guidelines on a Parent and Student Charter. This power will ensure that if schools are failing to operate a Charter effectively including in relation to costs, the Minister can give a direction to schools
requiring compliance with the published guidelines. This circular will come into force once it has been published in the coming days. Where a school have already made arrangements for the next academic year, the Circular can be implemented from September 2017 onwards. Speaking at the I.N.T.O. Conference in Belfast, Minister Bruton said: “My ambition is to make the Irish education and training service the best in Europe within a decade. “To deliver on my ambition to be the best we have to improve information and complaint procedures for parents and students, particularly in relation to costs. The measures I am announcing today will give parents a strong voice in ensuring costs are always kept to a minimum. “Schools have to do everything possible to keep costs down for parents, including the use of generic items, sew on or iron on crests, and making sure that various elements of the uniform
can be purchased in multiple stores. In the Action Plan for Education I have committed to the restoration of capitation payments. In restoring capitation payments, where schools have introduced these cost effective principles, they will receive a premium capitation payment. “I believe that full transparency in relation to the use of any voluntary contributions is important information for parents to have. The Parent and Student Charter will require every school to set out a financial statement, which will include information on how any voluntary contributions are used. “The announcement is part of a suite of measures I am introducing, including the School Admissions Bill which will reform information and procedures around the process of school enrolment, and the commencement of Fitness to Teach, which will allow a complaint to be made about a registered teacher to the Teaching Council for the first time.”
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Kilmacthomas Primary School
Clodagh Dunne, Billy McGrath and Josh Grant, Junior Infants on Scoot to School Day.
Junior Infants all ready to plant their tomato seeds from Heinz.
Bevin Bowdren, Ben Long Power, Liam Kavanagh, Fionn Bowdren, Kiera O' Rielly, Kasey Mulhearne and Milly Molumphy from Kilmacthomas Primary School who had great success in the Rathgormack Juvenile Badminton Tournament 2017 which was held on April 1st.
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St. Declan’s Community College Transition Year Show 2017 “Live, Laugh, Love”
Photographs by Sean Byrne
THE Annual Transition Year Show took place on Monday 13th and Tuesday, 14th March. This year's theme was"Live, laugh, love" and it was presented by Megan Foran and Jake Butler. There was a diverse range of acts in the show, from dances to sketches to solo songs. A huge amount of time went into the show from both students and teachers. It was a hit among the parents and pupils, and all the performers thoroughly enjoyed themselves on the big night.
Transition Year class of 2017 taking part in the finale song "I Lived".
Jake Butler playing guitar and leading the boys singing "Stand By Me". Jack Hally and Keelan Comerford taking part in the 4-2 class song "Castle on the Hill".
Megan Foran taking part in the sketch "The Search for the Millennium Scarlett O'Hara".
Tara Kett taking part in the sketch "Snow White".
Jake Butler, M.C for the show.
Shauna Reade taking part in the 42 class song "Castle on the Hill".
Lauryn Kirwan performing "Popular" from the musical "Wicked". Also included is Eve Halley as "The Witch".
Ciara Hutchinson playing with the ballet group to "Lion Man".
Aaron Guiry O'Shea singing "Stars" from Les Miserables.
Thomas Mooney and Robert Earl taking part in the sketch "What's on the box?"
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Shauna Reade, Hannah Mae Behan, Eabha Lyons and Coady Moore taking part in the 4-2 class song "Castle on the Hill".
Paul Allen, Eabha Lyons, Shane Walsh and Ben Kirwan taking part in the sketch "Snow White".
Pupils taking part in the 4-4 class dance "Friends". Some of the Boys Dance Troupe dancing to "Grease Lightning".
Margaret Anne Boylan, Shauna Reade and Natasha Doyle dancing to "Touch". James Mulcahy and Walter Hally taking part in the sketch "Leaving Cert Study Nightmare".
Walter Hally performing with class 4-4 "Don't Stop Believing".
Walter Hally, Maud O'Callaghan and Ciara Hutchinson taking part in the 4-4 class dance "Friends".
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OBITUARY KATHLEEN (Kitty) DRUMMEY 72 Rees Gardens, Croydon, Surrey, England
Dungarvan Christian Fellowship BIBLE VERSE OF THE MONTH “The Gospel of God, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy Scriptures, concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh and was declared to be the Son of God in power ...... by his resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord” (Romans 1:1-4) THIS WEEK 17th APRIL 2017 • Wednesday morning prayer 11.00 a.m. • Bible Study is back on this week Crazy Love session 10. • Thursday 7.30 p.m. Dungarvan, Adam and Monika’s house. • Friday 7.30 p.m. Cappaquin, Tomek & Asia’s house. • Friday Morning 10.00 a.m. Craft at Lyn’s. UPCOMING EVENTS • Saturday, 29th April – Youth Jam followed by Youth Alpha (for teenagers 13-18). NOTES: What a wonderful Easter week. Firstly, our Passover Seder Meal on Wednesday evening, where we got to taste authentic ingredients shared by Jesus and the disciples at their last Passover together, and to experience Jesus fully as our Passover Lamb. Then on Sunday, due to unforeseen circumstances we needed an alternative venue for our Easter service, and St Mary’s Church of Ireland were quick to give us liberty to use their building. So we just want to express our gratitude to them, and say THANK YOU guys, you’re awesome. We were able to enjoy a truly inspiring and blessed Resurrection Celebration. For more info contact: Pastor Steve Hamer 083-4003971; www.dungarvanchurch.org; email:info@dungarvanchurch.org
St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan SECOND Sunday of Easter – Divine Mercy Sunday: Acts 2:42-47 - The faithful all lived together and owned everything in common. 1 Peter 1:3-9 - In his great mercy he has given us a new birth as his sons by raising Jesus from the dead. John 20:1931 - Eight days later, Jesus came. Easter Greeting: Christ is Risen, Alleluia; Christ is truly Risen, Alleluia Easter Octave: The 8 days beginning with Easter Sunday are celebrated as if a single day. This day was made by the Lord; we rejoice and are glad. Easter Week: Mass in St. Mary’s Parish: From Monday, 17th April to Saturday, 22nd April at 11.00 a.m. only. St. Joseph’s Hospital: From Monday, 17th April there will not be any Mass in St. Joseph’s. Chapel, Dungarvan Community Hospital until Sunday, April 23rd. Blessed Sacrament Chapel will be closed until Tuesday, 25th April. Trócaire Boxes: Please continue to return your Trócaire Boxes. Easter Garden: Please visit our Easter Garden near St. Joseph’s Altar. Pause a moment…..reflect……pray. Feast of Divine Mercy Sunday, 23rd April 2017: St. Mary’s Parish Church Dungarvan at 2.30 p.m. Prayers and Celebration of Mass. Pope Francis reminds us that there is
no limit to God’s mercy. Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help commencing on Monday, 24th April, 2017 at 7.30 p.m. and continuing each Monday until the 19th June, 2017. First Holy Communion in our Parish will be celebrated on the following dates at 11.00 a.m. Saturday 6th May: St. Joseph's School; Saturday, 13th May: St. Mary’s School and Saturday, 20th May: Glenbeg, Carriglea & St. John’s Schools. Weekly Collection Envelope: We are presently preparing envelopes for the coming year. (May 2017 - May 2018). If you have changed address or if you are new to the area and would like to receive envelopes, please let us know in the Parish Office at 42374. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 0862334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087-7747870.
It is with feelings of profound regret we record the passing of Kathleen (Kitty) Drummey, 72 Rees Gardens, Croydon, Surrey, England, which sad event occurred on Friday, 24th March, 2017. Kitty was born Kathleen Moran on 23rd April, 1926. She would often say she shared the same birthday as the Queen and although this was not quite true, they both celebrated their 90th birthdays last year. Born to proud parents Patrick Moran and Joanna Wyse, Kitty was the eighth child and had nine sisters and five brothers. They grew up in a little Irish cottage at 23 Davis Street in Dungarvan, County Waterford. Kitty went to the Presentation Convent School where she studied until she was 14. Kitty met Paddy Drummey in Cappagh Woods where she was collecting wood with her dad. At the time Paddy was working for the Moylan family cutting down trees.That day Paddy came to the rescue when their cart got stuck. To show his gratitude, Kitty’s dad asked Paddy if there was anything he could give him. Paddy replied with one word – ‘Kitty.’ Kitty’s dad quickly refused, offering any other daughter but Kitty, as she was his favourite. Clearly, they ignored her dad’s refusal as they started courting and were soon engaged. Kitty wore her engagement ring on a small piece of string around her neck as she was too scared to tell her parents. Paddy also left a box of chocolates in the local shop for Kitty to collect in secret. In 1945, Kitty went to London where her sister was working in the West London Hospital. Kitty and Paddy met up again, where Paddy was working as a labourer, however, they would soon head back to Dungarvan in 1947 on the death of Kitty’s dad. 1949 was a special year. Back in Fulham at St. Thomas’ Church, Kitty and Paddy became Mr. and Mrs. Drummey.With no money, the Priest agreed Kitty could have a small bunch of flowers from a fresh grave, with strict instructions they were returned straight after the service. They then went on to start their family with the arrival of their first son Chris, born in Hackney later that year.There was no intention of small family. They moved back to Dungarvan to live opposite Paddy’s mum in Congress Villas, where Pat, Anne and Marion were born. Back in Fulham brought more joy with the arrivals of Billy, Kathy, John and Tony. There were blessed with eight wonderful children. The family moved to Croydon to a new house in Galpins Road, where Kitty and Paddy took in baby Tina, who also became part of the family. For many years uncle Jimmy lived with the family – but this is what made Kitty unique. The front door was like her arms – always open, ready to give you a loving welcome. For tea or cake, dinner or even a bed to stay, nothing was too much trouble. Even in the last few days, Kitty was asking if everyone had eaten? Kitty always saw the good in people and never said a bad word about anyone. Ireland has been and always will be part of the family.With the children creating some unforgettable memories, this will always be home. Kitty loved three things in life, the first being her family. Meeting her grandchildren was her greatest joy. The family continued to grow with 32 grandchildren and 44 great grandchildren and not one of them was ever forgotten. Kitty had an active role in her grandchildren’s lives – from watching shows, going to Church and joining them on holidays. Family was closely followed by her love of bingo – even the children played it on the buses when going out for day trips with her sisters. Never would she tell you if she’d had a win – well especially Paddy – but bingo was something she shared with everyone and celebrated many birthdays at the local bingo hall. Her faith was strong and had an active role in her life, she would go to Mass as often as she could. Kitty loved life and Kitty loved laughing, a big belly laugh and it as infectious. Kitty was someone you wanted to be around. At times, she was stubborn but this came with being a strong and remarkable woman, it never lasted long, though as it wasn’t her nature – she was a gentle soul. Kitty also felt at home in Bournemouth. She would often visit her dear nephew John with her sister. John certainly had his work cut out keeping an eye on the twosome, but always treated Kitty like a Queen. Another home would be Selsey. At one stage, Kitty and Paddy were like tour operators, planning trips for everyone to visit. The caravan was a safe and happy place for the whole family. Her passing is much regretted. May she rest in peace. Rosary was recited at Drohan’s Funeral Home on Friday evening and her remains were removed to St. Mary’s Parish Church for Requiem Mass on Saturday morning, celebrated by Very Rev. Canon William Ryan, P.P., after which interment took place in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners. The lesson was read by John Macken (nephew). Prayers of the
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Faithful were recited by John and Christine Dwyer (nephew and niece-in-law). Offertory Gifts were brought by Susan Ayers and Mary Taggart (nieces). Appropriate music and hymns were by Lorna-Jane Murray and words of appreciation were by Adam Drummey (grandson). The chief mourners were – Christopher, Patrick,William, John and Anthony (sons); Anne, Marion and Kathleen (daughters); Hannah, Esther and Rita (sisters); Joanne, Paula, Noel, Marie, Richard, Courtney, Adam, Danny and Katie (grandchildren); Tia (great granddaughter); Paul and Terry (sons-in-law); Ellen and Noeleen (daughters-in-law); nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
CHRISTOPHER (Christy) CAMPBELL Pinewood Lawn, Abbeyside and formerly Harolds Cross, Dublin With deep regret we record the passing of Christy Campbell which sad event occurred on Monday, 10th April, 2017. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Holy Thursday morning to St. Gobnait’s Church, Kilgobinet. Following Liturgy of the Word on arrival at 11.00 a.m. burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Eileen; sons Joe and Adam; daughters Kelly and Susan; family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan Funeral Home, Dungarvan).
THOMAS (Tommie) EGAN St. Vincent’s Court, Collins Avenue, Dublin, and formerly of Boreenatra, Dungarvan The passing of Thomas (Tommie) Egan on Wednesday, 12th April, evoked feelings of profound sadness and regret. Predeceased by his parents Ethel and Peter, we express our deepest sympathy to his wife Mary; son Patrick; daughter Sharon; brothers John and David; sister Margaret; sisters-in-law, son-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Tommie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Easter Sunday evening, 16th April, and where in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends, Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy) led the recitation of the Rosary. Removal took place on Easter Monday morning, 17th April, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, for Requiem Mass which was celebrated by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., and afterwards Tommie was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
MICHAEL McCARTHY Scrahans West, Melleray Hill, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford It is with profound sorrow and regret we record the passing of Michael McCarthy, Scrahans West, Melleray Hill, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 12th April, 2017, in the presence of his loving family and in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, where funeral prayers were recited on Thursday evening by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., followed by Margaret and Cecilia Cullinan and Mary Byrne playing a lovely selection of hymns in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Friday morning Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., recited funeral prayers in the presence of Michael’s family and a large cortege of mourners. Readings were recited by daughter Maria and daughter-in-law Caryl’ann. Mairead, Margaret and Cecilia Cullinan and Mary Byrne played a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the prayer service. Following funeral prayers burial took place in Mount Melleray Abbey Cemetery. Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his family, relatives and friends. Following burial Margaret and Cecilia Cullinan and Mary Byrne paid a moving tribute by singing “ Somewhere over the rainbow”. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Kathleen; sons Michael and Jimmy; daughters Maria, Margaret O’Malley and Bernadette; sister Mary Papierkowski; daughters-in-law Masayo and Caryl’ann; son-in-law Liam O’Malley; sister-in-law Mary McCarthy; nephews, nieces, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
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MARY McCONNELL (nee Brennock) Rathgar, Dublin and Tournore Park, Abbeyside It is with deep sadness we record the passing of Margaret McConnell (nee Brennock), Rathgar, Dublin and Tournore Park, Abbeyside, which sad event occurred on Saturday, 25th March, 2017, in Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross, Dublin, following a short period of failing health. In his homily about his sister Fr. Brennock said that for the past number of days, the family, and especially Margaret’s husband Sam and their three sons Alan, Gavin and Brendan, along with their wives and her beloved grandchildren have been feeling very deeply the sadness of death. Many friends have gathered from near and far to express in some way their sympathy and to show their care and support for the family in this time of sadness and loss. It is often difficult to express that sympathy in words, because we feel it so deeply and words seem inadequate, but we do express it by our presence and participation in this Eucharist. An important side of our coming together is that we come to celebrate Margaret’s life.We do so in thanksgiving for the 70 years of life which she enjoyed and lived to the full. We have many, many happy and lovely memories of Margaret to sustain us in the times ahead. Margaret grew up here in Abbeyside, just a few hundred yards up the road. Following her primary education in Coolnasmear National School and her secondary education in the Mercy Convent Secondary School, Margaret went to Dublin to work as a Legal Secretary. At that time I was a student in the Augustinian house of Studies in Ballyboden. I fondly remember Margaret’s kindness and generosity to me as she stood by her bus stop in Rathmines on her way to work early in the morning and would slip me the 10 Players cigarettes as I passed by on my bike on my way in to UCD. All highly against the rules of course! It was there in Dublin that she met the love of her life, Sam McConnell from Letterkenny, in Donegal, who worked in the Central Bank of Ireland.They were married in Dublin in 1969. Opportunities arose for Sam and so they went to many stations around the world in pursuit of their dreams. They had terms in Washington in the World Bank, in the Central Bank of Botswana in Africa and in the Central Bank of the island of Mauritius, before settling back in Botswana.They retired back to Ireland in December 2015. They were only home a few months when Margaret was diagnosed with cancer, a disease which she battled bravely for the past 12 months, eventually, succumbing on 25th March, 2017. Though she lived away from Abbeyside and Dungarvan for the greater part of her life she had a truly extraordinary interest in her home place and in her roots. She and Sam bought a house in Tournore where they loved to come and stay, especially in the Summer time when they were home from Africa. Both local newspapers, the Observer and the Leader had to be faithfully kept for her and even though she may have been out of the country for 6 months, those papers were read from cover to cover on her return, even the ads! She seemed to know everyone in the town, even more so than the locals themselves. Not alone all that but she had arranged some years ago before ever getting sick that her final resting place was to be in her native soil. She had an extraordinary ability to remember birthdays, anniversaries and significant events. She loved a game of cards and we often had a little game of 45 in her home. She took a special pleasure in being able to beat me. If I were to ply the knave going to my play and she would have the five, she could not let me pass. It was bang every time and, boy, did she enjoy that. Now it is time for us to say Goodbye. However we say goodbye with a deep sense of hope and faith. Underneath the sadness and grief our faith sustains us and will eventually come to the surface again.We are reminded of the words of the Gospel when Jesus was trying to console his disciples as he was about to leave them. He said, in my Fathers house there are many rooms and I go there now to prepare a place for you, so that you may be always with me. Margaret ha snow gone to take up her place in that room that the Good Lord has prepared for her and to be with Him and with her Mam, Marie and Dad, Mossie. It would be remiss of me not to mention and sincerely thank the Doctors, Nurses and caring staff in St.Vincent’s Private Hospital and in Harolds’ Cross Hospice in Dublin. To all her loyal neighbours and friends who have been so kind and supportive over the past 12 months, we owe a deep dept of gratitude. A special word too, to Brid, Margaret’s sister, who has been a tower of support and strength for Margaret and her family during her illness. May the Lord be kind to them all and abundantly bless them. Eternal rest grant unto Margaret, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Words of Remembrance (Eulogy) were delivered by Margaret’s oldest son, Alan, who talked about the loving relationship between Margaret and Sam, her best friend for 52 years, her deep and loving pride of her three sons, Alan, Gavin and Brendan, the assurance that
OBITUARY she never “went wrong” in rearing them, her delight in having three wonderful daughters-in-law Christy, Judy and Amanda and her tremendous happiness in spending time and doting over her grandchildren, who were all the apples of her eye, calling her Granny, Ganny or Granny Maggie. Margaret liked to cook and entertain and she loved nothing more than to sit down with family and friends reminiscing about the good old times, especially growing up in Dungarvan, the town she loved so well. She also loved the game of cards and also meeting friends for Canasta or Mah Jong. Tragically Margaret was diagnosed with cancer in March 2016 and battled this grave illness in an unselfish, dignified and brave manner over the past year. Alan also expressed the family’s deepest thanks to his Aunt Brid for the unstinting loving care and sisterly support that she had given to Margaret throughout this tough time. In conclusion Alan said that Margaret was truly a wonderful and caring wife, mother and grandmother and “that on this Spring day we should not cry because it is over, but smile because it happened and Margaret had experienced it all”. Following her sad death on 25th March, 2017, Margaret’s remains reposed at the Chapel in Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross, Dublin, and were then removed to repose at her home in Tournore Park, Abbeyside, on 28th March, before removal to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on Wednesday, 29th March for 11.00 a.m. Mass and burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. Chief officiating priest was her brother, Fr. Michael Brennock, OSA, and attending priests were Fr. Hassett, P.P.; Fr. Cooney, OSA; Fr. McCarthy, OSA; Fr.Whelton, OSA; Fr. Enright, PE; Canon Ryan, P.P.; Fr. Condon, P.P.; Fr. Leahy, OSA; Fr. Humphries, OSA; Fr. Lyons, OSA; Fr. Daly, OSA; Fr. Egan, OSA; Fr. Kelleher, PP; Fr. Collender, OSA; Fr. O’Brien, OSA; Fr. Horan, OSA and visiting Clergy. The lesson was read by Gavin and Brendan (sons). Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Judy, Amanda and Christy (daughters-in-law); Bríd Rafter (sister), Carol Rafter (god-daughter) and Mary McGarry (sister-in-law). Offertory gifts were brought by grandchildren Sam, Kate, Lauren and Ella helped by Stephanie Rafter. Hymns were beautifully rendered by Dina Walsh and John Hurley, included Abide with Me, Panis Angelicus, Be Not Afraid, Ave Maria, The Chulann, Pie Jesu, Going Home, Time To Say Goodbye and Nearer My God To Thee. Chief mourners: Sam McConnell (husband); Alan Gavin and Brendan (sons); Christy, July and Amanda (daughters-in-law); Sam, Kate, Lauren, Ella, Matthew and Chelsea (grandchildren); Fr. M. Brennock, Donal and Maurice Brennock (brothers); Brid Rafter (sister); brother-in-law Tom Rafter, nieces, nephews and cousins. The Month’s Mind Mass for Margaret will be offered up in the Friary Church, Dungarvan, on Saturday, 29th April, 2017 at 11.30 a.m. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
VERY REV. WILLIAM CANON MADDEN, P.E. South Mall, Lismore It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Very Rev. William Canon Madden, P.E., South Mall, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Diocese of Middlesbrough, which sad event occurred on the 10th April, 2017, peacefully in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Conna Nursing Home. Lying in repose at Conna Nursing Home Chapel of Rest on Monday evening. Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. P. Fitzgerald, P.E., and Rev. Fr. M. Madden, P.E. (cousin), in the presence of his loving family and friends. On Tuesday evening Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited funeral prayers before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. D. Spaight, P.E.; Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P.; Rev. Fr. M. Madden, P.E. (cousin); Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and Rev. Canon W. Ryan, P.P.VG. On Tuesday morning Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and was assisted by Bishop W. Lee; Rev. Fr. F. Lucey, P.E.; Rev. Fr. M. Kennedy, P.P.; Rev. Fr. M. Madden, P.E.; Rev. Fr. P. Harney (Middlesbrough); Rev. Fr. D. Spaight, P.E. Symbols representing his life were presented to the Altar by grandniece Maeve Madden (Daily Missals) and Luca Madden (Middlesbrough Football Jersey and a horse racing book); the significance of these was narrated by nephew Ken Madden. Readings during the Mass were recited by nephews Owen Madden and Barry McCarthy. Prayers of the Faithful were read by John Madden. Organist Donal Kennefick and Lismore Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Gael and Nie Madden. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Very Rev. William Canon Madden, P.E., was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sister Ann McCarthy; sister-in-law Margaret; nephews Owen, John and Ken Madden and Barry McCarthy; niece Judi Keyes-McDonnell (Bandon); cousins Rev. Fr. Michael Madden, P.E. (Ballycotton) and Mary Madden (U.S.A.); grandnephews; grandnieces; Rt. Rev.Terence Patrick Drainey, Bishop of Middlesbrough; priests of Diocese, Parishioners, relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
55 PATRICK (Paddy) COFFEY Abbeyglen, Cappoquin, and formerly of Affane It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Patrick (Paddy) Coffey, Abbeyglen, Cappoquin, and formerly of Affane, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, loving husband of Peggy and father of the late Patricia, which sad event occurred peacefully on 26th March, 2017, in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at St. Anne's Ward, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Predeceased by his parents, Patrick and Mary, his brothers Mikey and Liam and in the last year his sisters Eileen and Kathleen. Patrick was born 3rd April, 1930, to parents Patrick and Mary Coffey, Coolgortwee. He came from a farming background. He went to school in Melleray. Patrick was a Foreman at "Moloney's Ironworks" in Cappagh for 28 years. He met Peggy and they were married on the 9th April, 1959.They lived for 58 happy years between Affane and later in Abbeyglen. Patrick had many interests in his life such as hurling, fishing and shooting, as would have been custom for most country lads of his generation. He was a great craftsman in carpentry and welding and was a general all round handyman that could turn his hand to any job that needed doing. Gardening was another passion of Patrick's. He loved to grow flowers, plants, potatoes and vegetables which he generously shared with family and neighbours. Most of all Patrick was a great husband, father, brother and uncle to his many nieces and nephews. He was an absolute gentleman in every sense of the word and will be dearly missed by Peggy, brother Mattie, nephews, nieces and kind neighbours and all who were blessed to have known him. "God grant his gentle soul a special place in heaven." "Solas na bhFlaithis dá hainm dílis." Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Monday evening. Rosary was recited by Rosary Committee member Pat Denn followed by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., reciting funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends before removal took place to St. John The Baptist Church, Affane. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by niece Ellen O'Connell and grandniece Kate Buckley. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by grandniece Stephanie Kiely. Prayers of the Faithful were read by niece-in-law Antoinette Coffey, nephew John Harty, grandniece Shauna Harty, grandnephew Diarmuid Harty and nieces Mary Murray and Eileen Coffey.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Patrick's godchildren Eileen Coffey and John Harty. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. P. Gear, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Patrick was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Margaret (Peggy), nee Morrissey; brother Mattie; sister-in-law Mary Coffey (nee Carroll); nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, April 29th, 2017, in St Mary's Church, Cappoquin, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
TOM DOOCEY Deerpark, Lismore With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Tom Doocey, Deerpark, Lismore, Co. Waterford, loving husband of the late Eileen (Elsie) (nee O’Brien), brother of the late Séan and Willie, which sad event occurred peacefully on 15th April, 2017, surrounded by his loving family at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Lying in repose at his home in Deerpark, Lismore, on Monday evening where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. Reposing on Tuesday where funeral prayers were recited in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. Funeral Mass on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, followed by burial in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Ciara McCarthy and Angela Morrissey; brothers Dick, Noel and Tony Doocey; sister Ann O’Neill; sons-in-law Jim McCarthy and Jim Morrissey; grandchildren Diarmuid and Conor McCarthy, Andrew and Sinead Morrissey; brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
FARMING IFA meets EU Chief Brexit negotiator Michael Barnier in Brussels AN IFA delegation led by President Joe Healy met with The EU’s Chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier in Brussels last week. The IFA President set out IFA's Brexit priorities as spelled out in the recently launched policy document Brexit: The Imperatives for Irish Farmers and the Agri-food sector. Speaking following the meeting, Joe Healy said the engagement had been very constructive, “It is clear that Mr. Barnier and his team have a very good understanding of Irish agriculture and the very real threats posed by Brexit,” he said. "There is clearly a very difficult negotiation period ahead between the EU and the UK. The IFA was very clear that the outcome must include a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement between the EU and UK, which would include the following specific elements for agriculture and food: tariff-free trade for agricultural products and food; maintenance of equivalent standards on food safety, animal health, welfare and the environment; and application of the Common External
EPA climate report highlights need for urgent action on farm scale renewables JAMES Murphy, IFA Renewables Project Team Chairman has called on Climate and Energy Minister Denis Naughten to urgently progress plans to introduce supports for farm scale and community renewable projects, as emissions from transport and energy continue to spiral out of control. Speaking following the launch by the EPA of national greenhouse gas figures, he said, "Climate gases from agriculture have reduced by 5.5% since 1990, with emissions from transport increasing by 130% over the same time period. This is not a reason for inaction in agriculture; farming can do more particularly in bioenergy and farm scale and community based renewables.” “To achieve this Minister Naughten must immediately put in place the long-awaited National Energy Forum to develop a coherent policy framework. “More importantly, this must be supported with meaningful tariff supports for farm scale and community based energy production,” James Murphy concluded.
At a meeting with EU Chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier in Brussels last week, IFA President Joe Healy set out the key priorities for Irish agriculture in the negotiations, as spelled out in the recently launched IFA policy document Brexit: The Imperatives for Irish Farmers and the Agri-food sector. Tariff for imports to both the EU and UK.” The IFA delegation meeting with Michel Barnier included President Joe Healy; Director General, Damian McDonald;
Director of European Affairs, Liam McHale; Chief Economist, Rowena Dwyer; and, IFA Brexit Co-ordinator, Elaine Farrell. IFA will hold a major Brexit event on Monday, 24th April
next. EU Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan, the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed, IFA representatives and industry leaders will speak at the event in Goffs, Co Kildare.
2017 Dairy Outlook strong enough for Co-ops to deliver 33c/l IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary on Monday said that, while there are concerns over SMP intervention stocks, EU Commissioner Phil Hogan has made it clear he is determined not to sell except “at the right price”. Mr. O’Leary pointed out that there were clear indications that 2017 would see only very modest volume increases, and dairy prices mostly stable at relatively strong levels. As co-ops will meet this week to decide on March milk prices, Mr. O’Leary said, this must strengthen their resolve to up prices further and deliver at least 33c/l before peak, to allow Irish milk producers to re-build their balance sheets and clear out merchant credit and other short term debt.
“In its first Dairy Quarterly Report for 2017, Rabobank sees continued strong demand for butterfat, accompanied with high prices. Levels of global milk production continue to fall, even if the rate of decline is decreasing. Volumes of exportable surpluses are likely to remain low until at least the second half of the year. China is expected to increase imports by 20% milk equivalent to replenish depleted stocks, which will sustain balanced WMP markets. Despite the high intervention stock, and its re-opening for the purchase of 472t from Poland in late March, spot quotes for SMP last week were stabilising just above intervention buy-in price. Dairy markets are actually historically strong,” Mr. O’Leary said.
“With milk volumes still below year prior, we have yet to see the production growth expected from improved milk prices anywhere bar in the US. Even in New Zealand, where February statistics suggested a recovery in production, last week’s cyclone Debbie and ensuing floods are predicted to damage pasture, increase feed costs and could put a damper on output for the new 2017/18 season,” he said. “All in all, I remain confident that 2017 will prove a strong dairy year. Irish dairy farmers must be able to capitalise on it with their peak milk, and I urge all co-op board members to put a plan in place to lift milk prices further, starting with March milk,” Sean O’Leary concluded.
New Bord Bia beef and lamb assurance scheme must deliver improved price returns and be more farmer friendly IFA President Joe Healy said the new Bord Bia Sustainable Beef and Lamb Assurance Scheme (SBLAS) must deliver better price returns back to farmers and be implemented in a more farmer friendly way. Joe Healy said that as an exporting nation the ‘Origin Green’ Programme, which is underpinned by the Bord Bia Quality Assurance Scheme, is well recognised on the global market. However, he said the real measure of the success of the scheme will be where Irish beef and lamb prices are in compari-
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son to other countries. “Farmers must see a real price return for the efforts they are making in complying with the scheme,” he said. He said, “For farmers, a major improvement in the scheme is the introduction of a new closeout period, which will allow farmers to remain in the scheme provided they remedy any noncompliances within one month of their audit. Under the old scheme, farmers with non-compliances could find themselves outside the scheme immediately after an audit.This is
a significant change which was very important to IFA and will make the scheme fairer for farmers.” IFA Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said that IFA was insisting that clear protocols are put in place in relation to how auditors interact with farmers at audits. He said there would be no charge to farmers for the Bord Bia audit as the IFA has secured Department of Agriculture funding to cover these costs. He said under the new scheme the average inspection time for an audit
will not increase. In addition, Bord Bia are setting up a new help desk to assist farmers with audit issues. IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey said, “It is well established in the lamb sector that there is a 10c/kg price top up for Quality Assurance lamb. This bonus needs to be increased in order to get more sheep farmers to join the scheme.” John Lynskey pointed out that under the new scheme all of the sustainability data is recorded but this is not used to score the applicant at the audit.
IFA says factories must act responsibly on lamb trade IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey has said there is a major onus on the lamb factories to act responsibility at this critical time for the lamb trade. He said it is incredible that in the lead into Easter, some factories are telling farmers who have produced high quality spring lamb that that they don’t want the stock. He said farmers see this as a move to try to hit prices, when they should be reaching their peak levels. John Lynskey said the factory quoted prices of €6.10/6.20 for spring lamb have been very disappointing to date. However, some factories paid up to €6.30/6.40/kg for spring lambs in the last week. In addition he said some deals have been done at much higher prices and butchers and wholesalers have paid €6.30/6.40/kg without any weight limits. He said farmers need to get spring lambs into at least €135 per head. John Lynskey said with the high costs involved in Easter lamb, producers would need a price closer to €7.00/kg to leave a reasonable margin, particularly considering the heavier workload involved. On hoggets he said the factories are paying €5.10 to €5.20/kg. Again he said this is disappointing at this time of year and well behind last year’s trade. Ewes are making from €3.00/3.20/kg.
Confirmation that RSS is a farm income support measure important for low income farmers and rural communities IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has said confirmation given by the Minister for Social Protection Leo Varadkar that the Rural Social Scheme (RSS) is an income support initiative, is a welcome development as there have been attempts by his Department to make it a job activation measure like other social employment schemes. Joe Brady said the RSS is a vital support to 3,100 low income farm families and to local communities where job opportunities are scarce and must remain a standalone social and community support measure. The Rural Social Scheme involves a top-up to a person’s social protection payment, mainly Farm Assist. The IFA Rural Development Chairman said the recent addition of 500 places is welcome, despite the fact that the terms and conditions vary from those that apply to the 2,600 participants who have been in the scheme for some time. Joe Brady said social supports such as Farm Assist and RSS are vital to maintain farming and rural communities. The recent changes to Farm Assist where the 30% income disregards and child disregards were reintroduced is a very positive outcome and IFA has acknowledged Minister Varadkar’s role in this following a submission IFA made last year prior to the Budget.
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Farm Charity Mounts World Re c o r d B i d
FARM charity, Combines4Charity will mount a world record bid at this year’s ‘Great Grass Event’, which takes place on a site near Trim on May 6th next. To set the record, a fleet of forage harvesters will attempt to collect some 100 acres of grass, all within a 10 minutes timeframe. In parallel, organisers are hoping to attract an attendance of over 100 harvesters
whose participation will help to raise funds that will be used by Combines4Charity to support children’s charity Barnardos, Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre and the NRH National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire. Supporting the FBD sponsored event will be farm machinery distributor Farmhand, whose task it will be
to carry out all mowing, tedding and raking of the 120-acres field ahead of the event. Pictured above – The Krone Big X Forage Harvester – one of a number of machines set to participate in a world record attempt at the forthcoming Combines4Charity ‘Great Grass Event’ in Trim on May 6th.
Bord Bia’s New Sustainable Beef and Lamb Assurance Scheme to benefit farmers, exporters and international customers HELPDESK AND CLOSE-OUT PERIOD TO ASSIST FARMERS BORD Bia launched the new Sustainable Beef and Lamb Assurance Scheme (SBLAS) which sets out the agreed standards for the production and certification of Irish beef and lamb. The new scheme was designed in collaboration with the sector stakeholders to meet the demands of global food buyers for verifiable proof of Ireland`s sustainability claims. The scheme is accredited to the International Standard for Product Certification ISO 17065 by the Irish National Accreditation Board (INAB), who approved the scheme in recent days. Bord Bia CEO Tara McCarthy thanked the Technical Advisory Committee that worked on the scheme over the past 18 months and highlighted the value of the new standard: “The Irish food sector has proven yet again that its collaborative approach to meeting new challenges can deliver a scheme that is the envy of our competitors. The commitment of Irish beef and lamb farmers to meeting the standards of the new SBLAS will ensure its success. In turn the introduction of a close-out period and a helpdesk facility will make the scheme more user- friendly while audit feedback will assist in delivering lower production costs at farm level. By incorporating sustainability into the new scheme we have simplified our message to international customers, giving us an edge
on our competitors with a single, independently certified standard that covers the quality and sustainability of our beef and lamb. This scheme will be welcomed by food buyers who are seeking to, or are already, responding to the demands of their consumers at retail and foodservice levels for sustainably produced quality food.” HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SCHEME The SBLAS will be introduced in the coming weeks and will replace the existing beef and lamb quality assurance audits on a phased basis over the next 18 months. SUSTAINABILITY The environmental, social and economic principles of sustainability are embedded in the requirements of the new scheme which also draws on the data provided on-farm in recent years to establish the carbon footprint of enterprises under the Origin Green programme. CLOSE-OUT PERIOD The scheme provides for a close-out period during which farmers will have a month to rectify non-compliances at audit without losing their certification status. BORD BIA HELPDESK In an effort to make the scheme more user- friendly, Bord Bia will introduce a helpdesk facility to assist farmers prepare for
audits and with close-out of non-compliances. PLANT PROTECTION PRODUCTS The new scheme will also incorporate standards for use of pesticides on-farm which is already a requirement of the EU Sustainable Use Directive and is aimed at ensuring responsible use of pesticides in the environment. BENEFITS TO FARMERS OF THE NEW SCHEME For farmers sustainable production enables efficient production as it involves minimising the amount of resources including energy, feed and water used by enterprises as well as implementing measures that enhance the environmental performance of their enterprises. These sustainability measures also typically deliver economic benefits through lower costs of production. INDUSTRY BENEFITS The scheme will benefit the marketing of meat in several ways including demonstrating the commitment of Irish beef and lamb farms to “green” farming practices. Beef and lamb sourced from sustainable farms will gain access to markets that demand certification and help create a preference for Irish beef and lamb among valuable customers with stated sustainability targets.
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Dungarvan Mart Prices MONDAY 17th APRIL, 2017 DRY COWS 1 A.A. 770 kgs. made €1,430. 1 Fr. 625 kgs. made €1,130. 1 Fr. 665 kgs. made €1,110. 1 Fr. 680 kgs. made €1,040. 1 Fr. 590 kgs. made €1,060. BULLOCKS 2 A.A. 702 kgs. made €1,550 each. 7 Char. 583 kgs. made €1,300 each. 2 Lim. 537 kgs. made €1,225 each. 3 Bel. Blues 520 kgs. made €1,180 each. 8 A.A. 350 kgs. made €795 each. 10 A.A. 361 kgs. made €880 each. 4 A.A. 392 kgs. made €905 each. 3 A.A. 346 kgs. made €820 each. 10 Her. 364 kgs. made €860 each. 6 Frs. 479 kgs made €885 each. 6 Frs. 500 kgs. made €980 each.
HEIFERS 1 Char. 555 kgs. made €1,160. 1 Lim. 535 kgs. made €1,175. 2 Lim. 520 kgs. made €1,090. 3 Lim. 350 kgs. made €845 each. 4 Char. 358 kgs. made €940 each. 3 Char. 386 kgs. made €1,015 each. CALVES Fr. Bulls made from €75 to €140, with up to €200 for very strong Fr. Bull calves. A.A. Bulls made from €130 to €220 Her Bulls made from €190 to €320. Cont. Bulls made from €250 to €350 Heifer calves made from €140 and up to €200 for quality Hereford heifer calves. Special Entries for Monday next, 24th April, 2017: 2 Suckler Cows, (5 Star Her. X) with strong calves at foot (for a local producer). Special entry for Bank Monday, 1st May, 2017: 8 Pedigree Bulls, for Mr. Norman Richardson. Further details next week.
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Teagasc BEEF Grass tetany risk Both Spring and Autumn calving cows going to grass suckling calves will be at risk from grass tetany, particularly if they are forced to clean out paddocks when weather is changeable, as it is too often in April.The other factor that will increase the risk is the increase in the use of potassium fertilisers as we try and rebuild low soil phosphorous (P) and potassium (K) indexes. The condition is due to an acute lack of magnesium (Mg) in the blood. Cows are unable to use stored Mg effectively and, for that reason, need a daily intake of between 20-30g of Mg. There are a number of ways to supplement cows with Mg and it is a case of choosing the right one for your farm: • Magnesium in the water. Mg can be added to the water as a soluble salt or some companies sell a soluble Mg solution. They can be added to drinking troughs manually or via a proportioner pump. For this method to work effectively, the only water source available to cows must be drinking troughs; • Pasture dusting with cal/mag at a rate of 15-17kg/ha. Grass should ideally be damp when applying so that the dust sticks to the leaf. Labour intensive method; • High Mg licks are commonly used and can be highly effective provided all the cows are taking them; • Magnesium bolus. The number of boluses will vary depending on the product used and will generally give about four weeks protection. The downside to this method is that it is labour intensive and boluses can be regurgitated; • Some individuals just supplement the cows with extra forage at grass, such as hay, silage, or straw; • 50:50 Calmag molasses solution placed in a tub in the field with free access to stock.The tub needs to be stirred morning and evening to stop the calmag separating out. 20kg of molasses and 20kg of Calmag would do 50 cows for one week; • Feed a high Mg nut to cows. This can be costly if you have to feed much more than 1kg of nuts to get the 50-60g of Calmag needed. It can also be difficult in wet weather and there is a safety issue when feeding cows with young calves at grass. Nutritional management during the breeding season While pre-calving nutrition plays a key role in regulating the post calving interval, mainly through its modulating effects on BCS, both concurrent plane of nutrition as well as the chemical composition of the diet during the breeding season, has been shown to affect conception and pregnancy rates. At grass, in order to maximise pregnancy rates, the cows and
heifers must be offered a steady supply of high quality pasture. Ideally, swards should have a pre-grazing yield of 1,400 kg/DM/ha equivalent to a grass height of 10 to 12 cm. Fluctuations in feed supply especially in the first two weeks after breeding should be avoided. Indeed, Teagasc data shows that beef heifers maintained on a high plane of nutrition at pasture prior to breeding and subsequently switched to a low daily pasture allocation directly after breeding suffered a 50% reduction in conception rate compared to their contemporaries maintained on a steady plane of nutrition throughout. In general, the protein requirements of beef cows for maintenance, milk production and reproduction can be readily met from good quality grass alone and thus, protein deficiencies should not occur. Some researchers have raised concern in the past over possible negative effects of high protein diets on reproductive efficiency of dairy cows and heifers in particular.While beef cows or heifers are generally not exposed to excessively high dietary levels of protein, it has been suggested in the past, that cows grazing lush pasture with a high nitrogen fertiliser input may be at risk of lower pregnancy rates. In order to examine the effect of dietary protein intake on reproductive performance, a series of experiments were conducted by Teagasc using beef heifers offered either high or low protein diets both indoors and at pasture. Despite raising dietary protein levels well in excess of those previously reported to be associated with reduced fertility, no effect of diet was observed on any measure of fertility, including pregnancy rate. It is unlikely therefore, that the range in protein intake typically experienced by beef cows and heifers managed under grass based production systems will appreciably affect reproductive efficiency. TIME TO RETURN YOUR BPS FORM ONLINE Time is ticking away, time stands still for nobody. The time has come to return your valid, completed Basic Payment Scheme 2017 (BPS) application form, if you have not already done so. A large part of your future farm income is dependent on submitting a valid BPS 2017 application form to the DAFM by Monday, 15th May 2017 with BPS, ANC, REPS 4, AEOS, DAS, DEP, GLAS and Forestry schemes etc. all linked to the BPS 2017 application. BPS Online The DAFM have indicated that all BPS applications must be completed online in 2018. If you are not making a BPS application online already, the suggestion is that you apply online this year and become familiar with making a BPS application online for the future. The BPS application form is basically the same as last year. However, all documentation received concerning your application
needs to be checked over. You may be a winner or a loser as your entitlements value converges towards the national average: • Examine your BPS 2017 form carefully and familiarise yourself with the Terms and Conditions • View your personal details, tick boxes and answer all questions • Sign and date your form - not needed if your application is done online. • Check over land parcel details and maps • Are all the boundaries marked correctly on maps? • Have you excluded areas of scrub, ponds, rock outcrops, buildings etc? Are your forestry plots included? • Have you ticked parcels involved in AEOS or REPS or GLAS? • Check the value of the entitlements on the form against the value stated on the convergence letter received previously. • Grassland farmers must tick the box on the front page referring to Areas of Natural Constraint Scheme (ANC) If there is any problem or change involved e.g. change of ownership, transfer of entitlements, sale/purchase/lease of land/entitlements, tillage parcels etc., seek the assistance of your Teagasc Adviser. Don't delay. Make your appointment NOW IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc Forestry Walk Teagasc in association with the Forest Service will hold a Forestry Walk focusing on the early management of young forests in Castlecomer on Thursday, April 27th at 7.00 p.m. (Assemble in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland car park). This forestry walk is aimed at landowners who have established a new forest in the last ten years. Landowners who are considering planting some land will also find these events very useful. The aim of these walks is to provide guidance to forest owners, who need to take an active role in the management of their forests to maximise future timber revenue. All are welcome. Teagasc Suckler Breeding Event A Teagasc Suckler Breeding Event will take place in the Cillin Hill Mart, Kilkenny on Tuesday, April 25th at 7.30 p.m. Progressive Genetics and Dovea Genetics will discuss bulls available for the current breeding season including a live demonstration of stock. Chris Daly, ICBF will explain the BDGP requirements for 4* and 5* stock and there will also be a Vet to explain what is required to complete the KT Animal Health Plan. This is a DAFM approved KT event and registration for KT will take place 7.15 p.m. – 8.15 p.m. All are welcome.
Meat Technology Ireland launched READER’S QUERIES MEAT Technology Ireland, a strategic research and innovation base in beef and sheep meat processing in Ireland, was launched by Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, TD, and Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed, TD. Meat Technology Ireland (MTI) is a new industry-led initiative with significant funding from Enterprise Ireland that will create a ‘one-stop shop’ for meat processing research and technology. The launch took place at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, Dublin 15, on Thursday, 13th April. Speaking at the launch, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, TD, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, said: “Innovation 2020, the Government's strategy for research and development, science and technology, recognises the importance of innovation for the agrifood sector. Establishing Meat Technology Ireland, through Enterprise Ireland is one of the key initiatives under the Action Plan for Jobs, and will help to build a competitive advantage in the food sector, through investment in research and innovation capability. Its importance is to introduce companies to the expertise in research institutions with the aim of generating innovative technologies leading to job creation.” Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD, said: “Meat Technology Ireland has the potential to build on the success of our beef, and sheep sectors. By providing consumer focused research that can best inform processors and farmers, Meat
Technology Ireland can be a driver for Ireland’s meat industry as it seeks to meet Food Wise 2025 targets, and mitigate the potential impacts of Brexit”. CEO of Enterprise Ireland, Julie Sinnamon said: “Enterprise Ireland’s strategy is to support Irish businesses to build scale and expand their reach into international markets and we are delighted to back the establishment of Meat Technology Ireland which will directly support innovation in the agri-food sector and ultimately contribute to export growth. The need for greater levels of innovation among Irish companies as part of their response to Brexit is crucial and the launch of Meat Technology Ireland today is well timed, pooling the innovative talents of all the stakeholders involved to compete internationally offering best in class and further leveraging our strong international reputation in the provision of quality meat products.” Prof. Gerry Boyle, Director of Teagasc said: “Teagasc is delighted to be working with Enterprise Ireland, industry partners and other academic research organisations, to harness the collective information and research expertise available to the Irish meat industry, and to seek out new knowledge, to create innovative solutions for the commercial sector to exploit, for the betterment of all involved in the livestock sectors in Ireland. Meat Technology Ireland, hosted at Teagasc Ashtown, will serve as a hub to co-ordinate all beef and sheep meat processing research needs.” IBEC’s Meat Industry Ireland Chairman,
Phillip Carroll said: “The output of Meat Technology Ireland (MTI) will be an important enabler for further developing Irish beef and sheepmeat exports, meeting marketplace requirements and growing value.The involvement of nine major beef and sheepmeat processing companies in this industry-led collaborative innovation initiative is a clear demonstration of the Industry’s commitment to delivering on the growth potential of our sector and its strategic role in economic regional development.” Meat Technology Ireland is an €8.1 million five-year research and innovation programme, developed by industry and co-funded by Enterprise Ireland and a consortium of nine beef and sheepmeat processing companies. The MTI is hosted by Teagasc at its Ashtown Food Research Facility in Dublin with Dublin Institute of Technology (DIT), Dublin City University (DCU), University College Cork (UCC) and the Irish Cattle Breeders Federation (ICBF) involved as research providers. The companies behind the initiative are ABP Ireland, Ashbourne Meat Processors, Dawn Meats Group, Dunbia (Ireland), Hilton Foods Ireland, Irish Country Meats, Kepak Group, Liffey Meats, and Slaney Foods International. Meat Technology Ireland emerged from a five-year research vision from IBEC’s Meat Industry Ireland industry group which was presented to Enterprise Ireland. John Malone was appointed as Chairman of Meat Technology Ireland last October and Dr. John Colreavy was appointed as Director.
Question: My Son is currently working in London. He completed his Green Cert last year and he comes home one weekend in the month.When he is home he helps me out on the farm. Can my Son add his name onto the herd number and apply for the young farmers top up even though he works outside of the country? My Son has a few friends who qualified and they work outside Ireland. Can you please advise? Answer: Proceed with Caution! To be eligible one must sign a declaration that they play an active role in the daily management of the farm and that they share the risks as well as the rewards. How can your Son legitimately play a role in the day to day management of the farm and yet be an absentee? The farm bank account must also be put in joint names and he must be seen to sign cheques, etc. The DAFM are currently carrying out spot checks which are unannounced and it might be a slight exaggeration to say he’s gone over the field for a few minutes! The risk is high, the risk is yours and is it an acceptable risk to take, I think not! I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Now that the school holidays are here take stock of the hazards and put the necessary controls in place to ensure your farm is as safe as is practicable. Children should be supervised at all times. Farm Well – Farm Safely!
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Liam O'Keefe, Cork farmer, checking his cows with Herdwatch app in hand.
Farmers taking an App savvy approach to Calf Registration Compliance CALVING season 2017 is drawing to a close and this year more farmers are getting more app savvy than ever and used the Herdwatch App for their calf registrations direct to the Department of Agriculture as part of their compliance requirements. 62% more calves were registered through the app so far in 2017 compared to the same period last year, saving farmers an extra 4,416 hours on paperwork, which is 5 minutes per calf registered. With 14% of the National Calf Births in Ireland being registered through the app, which is an increase of 9% on last year, it is clear to see that this is the way forward for calf registration compliance. THE TOP 5 APP SAVVY COUNTIES The top app savvy counties for
calf registration are Cork, Tipperary, Kerry, Limerick and Kilkenny, with their adoption increasing on average by over 50% during this year’s calving season. WHAT FARMERS ARE SAYING Liam O’Keeffe who farms in Ballydesmond outside Mallow, Cork, where he is currently milking 70 Spring calving cows and rearing their heifers, on his own says; “Calving down 70 cows on your own is a time and energy consuming task, but I don’t need pen or paper anymore to register the calves, and most importantly the information recorded is always 100% correct as the calf and dam are there beside me when I am registering them on the app. And you don’t even need 3G or Wi-Fi to do this.” David Lowry is farming with
his Father John in Holycross, Tipperary, where they are milking 66 cows along with running a Suckler Herd and finishing all the male animals born on farm. David is one of the app savvy farmers in Tipperary that registers all his calves through Herdwatch, he says; “it saves me hours and allows me to register the calves as I tag them. I don’t have to spend an hour or two in front of the computer anymore when I get off the farm.” Liam and David are part of a growing community of over 5,500 farmers using Herdwatch every day to manage their herds and eliminate farm compliance paperwork. You can start your 30-day free trial of Herdwatch at www.herdwatch.ie
Farmers must be paid on all land set aside for environment or planting rates will continue to fall IFA Farm Forestry Chairman, Pat Collins is concerned that the rate of farmer planting will continue to fall if farmers are not paid on all land they are obliged to set aside for environmental enhancement under the Environmental Requirements for Afforestation. He said, the level of farmer planting has fallen significantly under the current Forestry Programme 2014 - 2020. In 2013, farmers planted 6,000 hectares compared with 4,095 hectares in 2016. This represents a 32% decrease in farmer planting since the introduction of the programme. “A lot of farmers who entered into forestry in good faith and adhered to the conditions of the Afforestation Scheme are frustrated that their forestry payments and productive area was unfairly reduced in recent years. This frustration is reflected in the
falling afforestation figures,” Pat Collins said. “Now the Government expects farmers to set good productive land aside for environmental enhancement but they will not be paid a premium on the land if the area they are required to set aside exceeds 15% of the claimed area. It is unacceptable to expect farmers to reduce productive area and not be paid for the environmental services, such as habitat protection and clean water that they provide.” Pat Collins said he had been contacted by a farmer who wants to plant but would be required to set aside 35%, or over 2 hectares of his land, for environmental measures, on which he would only receive a premium payment on a hectare. This means that were to go ahead and plant his land over the first rotation of the crop he would lose in forest pre-
mium and timber income approximately €50,000. The IFA Forestry Chairman said this is completely unacceptable, “Farmers are more aware than ever that their forest is valued based on the productive area, this is classed as land planted with commercial conifers. Buyers of semi-mature plantations put no value on the broadleaves or areas set aside for environmental enhancement. Yet this Government expects farmers to set aside land for environmental protection and enhancement but does not believe they should be appropriately compensated”. IFA has requested a meeting with Minister of State for Forestry, Andrew Doyle to ensure that farmers are paid on all land they are obliged to set aside under the Environmental Requirements for Afforestation.
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IFA welcomes reopening of BDGP Suckler Scheme and encourages farmers to apply IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods has welcomed the announcement from the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed on the re-opening of the Beef Data and Genomics Scheme (BDGP) and has encouraged suckler farmers to apply. Angus Woods said the scheme will open from April 19th and the closing date is May 8th. He said all suckler farmers who have not applied under the existing BDGP1 scheme are eligible to apply, including new entrants. He said it is important that suckler farmers apply as soon as possible and before the closing date in order to ensure that they can get paid before yearend. He said the new scheme will run for six years until 2022. Payments under the scheme amount to €142.50/ha on the first 6.66 ha and €120/ha there-
after. He said this equates to €95 per cow on the first 10 cows and €80 per cow on the remainder. The IFA National Livestock Chairman said there are 24,500 suckler farmers with 530,000 cows in the current scheme and they have received over €90m in payments to date. He said the BDGP is a very important support for the suckler cow herd and there is potential to get at least another 5,000 farmers into the scheme. More than 24,000 farmers were paid €44m in 2015 and a further €39m was paid out under the 2016 scheme late last year to almost 21,000 farmers. Angus Woods said IFA is pushing to get any outstanding cases paid and to get farmers to complete outstanding data requirements. He said inspections and BVD are the other major issues holding up payments.
Dungarvan Agricultural Show 1960 (l. to r.): Valerie Curry, Kendal Chavasse, Paddy Quinlan, Oonagh Chavasse, Paul I. Power and Nessa Power. On Thursday, July 27th, Dungarvan Agricultural Show will celebrate its 100 show! To commemorate the occasion the committee are publishing a booklet outlining the history of this, the only Agricultural Show in the county. “Show Day” conjures up many memories and we are requesting you to submit any memories or thoughts you may have on your day at the Show. You may have baked a cake, painted a picture,created a Flower arrangement, participated in the Pony and Horse Showing and Showjumping classes. You may have spent your time watching the careful preparation of cows and cattle for exhibition or you may have had your own sheep at the show! Perhaps you were a spectator and enjoyed meeting up with old friends and soaking up the unique atmosphere of a local agricultural show. For others it just may have been the Show Dance, always held on the night of the Show, that brought back happy memories! Please send your special memories, a few lines will be fine or a photo or a newspaper clipping. Just email to info@dungarvanshow.com before Monday, April 22nd.
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‘A Song For Movie Reviews Carrick’ last call for entries In association with SGC Dungarvan ‘A SONG for Carrick’ closes for entry in less than two weeks on Friday, April 28th. And with cash prizes and the chance to perform at the Clancy Brothers Festival, this is a competition not to be missed. First prize is €200 and the runners up win €50 each, sponsored by the Carrick-on-Suir Business Association, the Clancy Brothers Festival of Music and Art and The Tudor Artisan Hub. The finalists will perform their song at a concert in the Nano Nagle Chapel on Sunday June 4 at the Clancy Brothers Festival of Music and Art 2017, after which the winners will be announced. The concert will also feature special guest, Robbie O’Connell, well-known songwriter, former member of The Clancy Brothers group and a native of Carrick-
on-Suir. ‘A Song for Carrick’ can be on any theme associated with Carrick-on-Suir. It could be a song about the town, its setting on the River Suir beneath Slievenamon and the Comeragh Mountains, a love song based in the town, or about someone famous or not so famous from Carrick-on-Suir, the possibilities are endless. The competition is free to enter and open to all musical styles and genres, all ages and nationalities and songs are judged on melody, lyrics, composition and originality. Entries can be submitted through the website at www.cbsongwriting.com or posted to The Tudor Artisan Hub, 42 Main Street, Carrick-on-Suir, Co. Tipperary.
New Heritage Theatre Group A COMPELLING night of theatre is on the cards as Brendan Dunlea brings his production of Terminus by contemporary Irish writer, Mark O’Rowe to the Village Arts Centre Kilworth this weekend.The play will run for two nights only, 22nd and 23rd April and tickets are booking fast so be sure and book to reserve your seat. Terminus is a delicately interwoven story of three characters told over the course of a single night in Dublin. A school teacher, her daughter and a darker character with a detrimental chip on his shoulder having resigned himself to the inevitable after selling his soul to Satan.The lines between reality, fantasy and supernatural are crossed many times in a fascinating story from start to finish. Told entirely in rhyme, Terminus combines language, with stark delivery, to take us on a whirlwind night involving, love, lust, brutality, and a host of high octane emotions, high speed chases, alcoholism, violence, and innocence to name but a few of the many themes. The play pre-
miered at the Abbey in 2007 before winning a Fringe First award in 2008 at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. At the helm is BCS teacher Brendan Dunlea who has been at the forefront of theatre across the Irish drama scene in recent years. He has the esteemed honour of winning Best Actor (twice) at a National level, as well as Best Director when he steered Ballyduff to All-Ireland success in 2004 with “On Raftery’s Hill”. Most recently, he tasted All Ireland success with Palace Players, winning top gong as a cast member in “The Gigli Concert” so he brings a broad spanning multitude of experience and flair with him to this production. The cast is made up of local actors John Stack, Blanaid Hennessy, and Jackie Sheehan. Blanaid is no stranger to the stage and is remembered for her stellar performance in Steel Magnolias with lismore dramatics, while we welcome Jackie who returns to the stage for the first time since her Best Actor award at national level for her Transition Year portrayal of Emily Webb in “Our Town”, during BSC’s multi award winning production. John Stack was a cast member of Ballyduff's all Ireland winning play, and has enjoyed much success as an author in with two of his plays winning many awards on the one act circuit. This promises to be a fulfilling night for the theatre enthusiast with such a vast array of talent both on the stage and behind the scenes, pushing the buttons. To book your tickets call 02532227 or 087-6492514 Shows begin at 8.15 p.m.
“Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar” LIVE from Stratford-upon-Avon Wednesday, April 26th at 7.00 p.m. By Jim Ryan “HE was not of an age but for all time”. Thus wrote Ben Jonson of William Shakespeare and, surely, the RSC at Stratford-upon-Avon is the ‘Keeper of the flame’ when it comes to perpetuating the memory of arguably the greatest writer who ever lived. I spent a delightful week in that lovely town last July; for those of us who love the ‘Bard’ it’s just paradise. In 2017, the Royal Shakespeare Company are staging Shakespeare’s four Roman plays: “Julius Caesar”, “Anthony and Cleopatra”, “Coriolanus” (one of my favourite among his plays) and “Titus Andronicus”. And towards the end of the year, all four will transfer to London’s Barbican Theatre. In the meantime, it’s marvellous that we can see them in live transmissions at SGC Dungarvan. And “Julius Caesar”, one of his shortest plays with no sub-plot, is one of his most direct where the action hurries to its inevitable end. It has some of Shakespeare’s most memorable characters and speeches; it has given us some of our best-loved expressions: “It was Greek to me”; “An itching palm”, “Master spirits”, “A dish fit for the Gods”, “A lean and hungry look” and “The dogs of war”. Mark Anthony’s speech over Caesar’s dead body is one of the great ‘set pieces’ in all theatre – one of the great feats of oratorical persuasion. He confronts an unruly Roman mob, who has been persuaded by one of the chief conspirators, Marcus Brutus, of the absolute necessity of his death (“Not that I loved Caesar less, but that I loved Rome more”), and in a masterly piece of oratory, wins them round to his side. Completely transformed by Anthony’s rhetoric, they now seek the lives of Caesar’s killers. His speech beginning: “Friends, Romans, Countrymen, lend me your
ears; I come to bury Caesar not to praise him … “, is one of the best-known passages in Shakespeare and one of the most persuasive pieces of writing ever committed to paper. “Julius Caesar” is among Shakespeare’s most popular, most performed and most frequentlyfilmed plays.The standout of the many filmed versions is Joseph Mankiewicz-directed 1953 production. It had a star-studded cast - Marlon Brando as Mark Anthony, James Mason as Brutus, John Gielgud as Cassius, Greer Garson as Calpurnia and Deborah Kerr as Portia.This is perhaps the definitive filmed version of the play. Shakespeare was from very early on attracted by the story of Julius Caesar and the themes of political assassinations, rebellion and civil war. An ageing Queen Elizabeth 1, with no heir and with constant threats to her life along with the fraught question as to who would ascend the throne on her death, made the issues raised in “Julius Caesar” of urgent interest to the playwright’s contemporaries; the chaos that may ensue when you “let slip the dogs of war” is a constant preoccupation of not only this play but of so many of his plays. We need look no further than “Macbeth” to observe what happens when the body politic is rent by the assassination of a king/ruler. The plot of “Julius Caesar” is taken mainly from Plutarch’s “Lives”, translated by Thomas North and published in 1579. We know that a Swiss traveller in England,Thomas Platter, saw the tragedy at the Globe Theatre in London in September 1599.We know that it was staged again in London in 1640 and from about 1670 on it has held the stage pretty much without interruption up to today. The tragedy of the slain Caesar and his slayer, Brutus, the “noblest Roman of them all” (the latter being manipulated by the “shrewd contriver”, Mark Anthony), hardly ever fails to
please. The main points of the plot are easily set down: a faction in Rome, led by Cassius and Casca, fearing that Julius Caesar’s power is becoming too great, win the highly-esteemed Brutus to their side. Thus, on the Ides of March, Caesar is stabbed to death. But Caesar’s friend is allowed to speak in his funeral and he causes the Roman mob to turn viciously against the killers.The latter flee Rome to their deaths and a Triumvirate is formed to rule the city. This is what happens in Shakespeare’s most poetic and dramatic play. And we are privileged to have it live from the playwright’s home place at SGC, Dungarvan on Wednesday, April 26th at 7.00 p.m.
Peppa Pig My First Cinema Experience Molly Monster By Bill Tubbritt YOU know it must be Easter time when you see lots of children’s movies hitting the cinema screens. It’s also good to see something new in the latest one Molly Monster. For those of you that don’t know, Molly Monster is a small dragon like creature that lives under hammock-shaped moon beside her best friend Edison who is a clock work mouse. Molly’s world is a strange airless planet where she lives with her Monster Mam & Dad. Molly thinks everything is perfect in her life until one day her Mum lays a baby egg and she and Molly’s father must travel a place called Egg Island where all the baby eggs hatch. Molly is not happy to learn she is left home alone. When she finds out her parents left the new babies hat at home by mistake, Molly must set out on the adventure of her life to get the hat to her parents.What follows is a very nice feel good movie that really is entertaining, especially for the young ones. 3/5
By Bill Tubbritt PEPPA Pig the very popular children’s cartoon character is making its first appearance on the big screen. You may notice the absence of the word movie from the title, this is not a mistake as this is more of a collection of previously unseen Peppa Pig episodes and musicals. Brother George an all the regular characters are here including Peppa’s human friend Daisy. Look out for some of the children’s musical classics such as ‘The Wheels on the bus’ that are sure to have all the kids in the audience singing along. Peppa Pig’s first cinema experience is not a bad way to entertain the kids and may not be her last cinema experience. 4/5
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UCC Award for Ballyduff Comhaltas Musician Conor Hamersley and Lorcan Reidy backstage at the Copper Coast Live Acoustic Sessions from the Geopark at the Copper Coast Geopark April 15th.
Coffee Morning in Quealy’s Bar in aid of Lourdes 2017
REBECCA Saich who is a member of CCÉ Ballyduff was recently awarded the Dónal "Doc" Gleeson Award in UCC for her performance on the concertina. This award is presented to undergraduate music students in University College Cork, where Rebecca is currently studying. Rebecca is also an Irish dancer and has just returned from Shanghai in China where she was performing with the Cnoc na Gaoithe group for St. Patrick's Day. WORLD CHAMPION DANCERS Congratulation to all the dancers from the Michael Ryan School who did so well at the recent World Championships held in Dublin. A special word of congratulations to the outstanding Joseph O'Keeffe who came 4th in his competition, a truly wonderful performance from a talented young man. BRETON - IRISH CONCERT IN BALLYDUFF Ballyduff Comhaltas is delighted to welcome the Fermoy Twinning Association and their guests from Ploemeur
Rebecca Saich on concertina, accompanied by her brother Jeremy, performing in the Aula Maxima, UCC. Rebecca was one of the winners of the Donal Doc Gleeson Awards. in Brittany to a concert in St. Michael's Hall on April 30th. This promises to be a delightful concert with a blend of traditional Irish music, song and dance as well as performances from the Breton musicians and dancers.
Bobby Gardiner and Donnacha Gough are amongst the local stars who will feature as well as many of the Booley House dancers and of course our Brush Dancers and set dancers. Gerry Feerick, Kieran and Pat
O'Connor will be singing at a concert that is brimful of variety and entertainment. This concert is free of charge and you are welcome to come to St. Michael's Hall on Sunday, April 30th.
A COFFEE Morning / Brunch with a Classical Twist in Quealy’s Bar this Saturday, 22nd April, the Food Festival weekend from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Tickets are available from Quealy’s Bar, on the door or call (087) 759 3039 all are welcome!
Classical Music Evening in aid of Lourdes Fund A NIGHT not to be missed, a Classical Music Evening in aid of Lourdes fund on Thursday, 27th April, in Quealy's Bar. Cheese and wine reception at 7.30 p.m. Tickets available at Hallahan’s Pharmacy or at the door on the night.
Waterford County Fleadh Cheoil na nDéise THE Waterford County Fleadh takes place in Ballyduff Upper on May 19th/20th and 21st. The dance competitions will take place in St. Michael's Hall on Saturday. May 20th and the band/music competitions will be held in a variety of venues on Sunday, May 21st. Information on any of these events can be got from Thomas Hyland at 086 8208242. Volunteers are required to help run the Fleadh and anyone available to help should ring Olga at 086 8311064. DE DANANN CONCERT One of the highlights of the weekend will be the De Danann concert which will be held in St.
Michael's Hall, Ballyduff on Saturday, May 20th. Frankie Gavin and this internationally famous group have been thrilling audiences all over the world with their unforgettable music. Frankie Gavin brings a style of music which is uniquely special, traditional as well as very modern. Tickets for this concert and enquiries at 086 8208242 Pictured above – De Danann who will be performing at the Waterford Fleadh in Ballyduff on May 20th.
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THERE are few events which attract the attention more than a good collection of photographs, whether in book form, on the internet or ‘live’ in exhibition. In addition to the food in all its forms at this coming weekend’s Festival of Food, one other gem in the full calendar will be a Local Historic Photographic Exhibition which will display over 300 old photographs, many of which have not been seen before. They will portray people and life in Dungarvan, An Rinn and many other places over past decades. These come from the collection of Tomás and
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Kathleen Walsh and are being displayed in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club in association with Helvick Head Lifeboat Station. The Official Opening will take place on this coming Friday evening at 8.00 p.m. and the exhibition will continue on Saturday and Sunday from 11.00 a.m. This collection attracted massive numbers when shown in An Rinn last year, so come early because it will take quite a while to shuffle around the many photo covered stands. Who knows, you might even recognise me at the age of five among some fishermen from Ballinagoul!
GROW asks for your support AMID all of the talk and the displays of food at the Festival this coming weekend, there will be another important event taking place from Friday to Sunday in St. Mary’s
Church of Ireland. The Mental health organisation, GROW will hold a Festival of Flowers from Friday evening to Sunday with an official opening by Cllr. Liam
John Lonergan, former Governor of Mountjoy Prison.
Brazil at 7.30 in St. Mary’s on Friday. This promises to be a very colourful event. There will be up to twenty themed displays on show, all with a message about mental health. There will also be fine music and appetising refreshments. There is nothing more uplifting and heartening than a colourful flower arrangement and they will be in St. Mary’s in abundance over next weekend. People are well aware at the moment of the necessity of having help available to those who have difficulties with their mental wellbeing and GROW is one of the organisations which responds continually to calls. On Monday evening, 24th April, at the same
venue, there will be a talk by John Lonergan, former Governor of Mountjoy Prison and Caroline Crotty entitled ‘How to be happy and content’, an aspiration which most people have today. “Do you want to be happy and content?” ask the GROW organisers. “If you do, this talk is for you. It will provide a road-map to help you find happiness and contentment in your life. You are guaranteed an enjoyable and relaxing evening and you might even go home with a smile on your face. ‘Happy people’ work hard at being happy, it just doesn’t happen by chance. This talk is suitable for people of all ages and backgrounds.”
One of the exhibits at a Festival of Flowers in Ballinroad during the Bi-Centenary of St. Laurence’s Church.
Pink – the colour of April WHOEVER decided to plant Cherry Blossom trees along the Dungarvan bypass nearly thirty years ago should be well remembered. Even though it lasts for too short a time in April, the colour which these trees display as we emerge from a barren winter is very welcome. More familiarly known as ‘Prunus’ in times past, it is native to Japan, but has found its way across the world. There is even a Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC held when the colourful blossom is at its best. According to the official website, “The National Cherry Blossom Festival is planned to coincide as nearly as possible with the blooming of the trees. Peak Bloom Date is defined as the
day on which 70 percent of the blossoms of the Yoshino cherry trees are open. The date varies from year to year, depending on weather conditions. The mean date of blooming is April 4th, but nature is not always cooperative and the National Park Service horticulturists cannot make an accurate prediction much more than 10 days prior. The blooming period starts several days before the Peak Bloom Date and can last as long as 14 days; however, frost or high temperatures combined with wind and/or rain can shorten this period.” Let us enjoy our early spring colour while it lasts and look forward afterwards to the flowers of May.
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Dungarvan's Conor Sheridan in action with Abbeyside's Tiernan Murray during Round 1 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling Championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Ideal evening for week 3 of Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan Spring Running League ROUND 3 of the Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan Spring League took place last Wednesday evening in the beautiful surround of Colligan wood on what was, once again, a perfect evening for running. The league starts each night at 6.30. This year, the league will be 5 nights instead of 4 and to be included in the tables you need to run 4 out of the 5 nights. We got underway at 6.30 in the presence of our league sponsor Mark Mason. A total of 21 runners completed the 2 laps. We had 13 who ran the 5 mile flat course which is 3½ laps of the wood and road and finally 46 took on the challenging 5 mile hill route – this gave us a great crowd of 80 runners on the night. This league will continue for the next two Wednesday evenings (April 19th and finally April 26th) so no excuses folks why not come along and give it a go for yourself if you missed the first evening, you can still join, just come to the club van at the wooden bridge around 6.15 and we will get you started. SEAN DUGGAN LEADS HOME THE 2 LAP RUNNERS The two lap challenge is geared towards beginners and we were delighted to see 21 runners sign up on the second night and they were led home by Sean Duggan in 20.56. (Over 1 minute faster than last week).
In second was 21.22. Next was our first lady, Sinead Moore in 22.07 and she was followed in 4th place by Michael Moynihan in 22.22. In 5th place was our 2nd lady, Sharon Higgins in 23.14 closely followed by Una Maher in 23.31. League sponsor, Mark Mason will be happy with his run having dipped under 30 minutes when clocking 29.59 and Lorna Murphy will have 30 minutes as a target over the next two weeks having run 30.06. We have plenty of room on this route for lots more runners so spread the word, Colligan is the place to be for the next two Wednesday evenings. 5 MILE FLAT COURSE LED HOME BY MICHAEL RYAN FOR THIRD WEEK The 5 mile flat was once again led home by Michael Ryan in 30.12. This is very solid running my Michael who has been first home on this route all 3 nights.. He was followed by Kevin Casey in 34.59. Next was our first lady, Fiona Ormond in 38.33 - this was a super run by Fiona who was over two and a half minutes faster than last week. She was closely followed by Niamh McGrath in 38.40, with Anne Casey running under 40 minutes when clocking 39.18. Others to record good runs on the night were Margaret Conway (42.42) and Evelyn
Beresford (45.29). Well done to all who took part in week 3. MOSSIE KEOGH LEADS HOME 5 MILE HILLS The biggest entry of the night goes to the 5 mile hills with a very impressive 46 taking on this difficult course. Mossie was first home in 30.42 followed by Sean Stilwell in 31.04. In third was Colm Ryan in 32.32 with Ray Hahesy 4th in 34.07 and Tom Leahy 5th in 34.26. First lady on the night was, Laura Flavin in 38.58. 2nd Lady was Ann Dunford in 39.56 with Diana Chizikova 3rd lady in 40.25. Michael Hayes and Liam Costin will be targeting 40 minutes having run 40.03 and 40.11 respectively. Others to record good runs included Patrick power (41.16), Jim Barry (41.28), Eamon Curran (41.33) and Onra Power (43.30). Well done to each and every athlete who ran the Colligan Hills – It is not easy but very rewarding to cross the finish line. SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Once again thanks to Mark Mason of Mark Mason Financial, Barrack St., Cappoquin for his kind sponsorship and also for his attendance at the league each year. As always thank you to Shirley, Ray, Catriona, Jim, James and Sharon for all their help on the night.
Sean Stillwell and Mossie Keogh at the foot of hill one in last week’s Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan League.
Stride for stride between Alan Kinsella and Colm Ryan at the Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan League.
Pictured at the launch of this year's Blue Wall Waterford to Tramore 7.5 mile Road Race were: Trevor Walsh, Chairman Waterford AC; Kieran O'Mahony, Waterford AC; Derek Tebay with his son Adam, Blue Wall; Karen Farrell, Blue Wall; Aislinn Hampson, Brendan Quinn and Tony Quinlan, Waterford AC. It is one of Ireland’s oldest road races and will take place on Saturday, 29th April at 7 p.m.The race starts at Waterford’s Viking Triangle in Waterford City outside City Hall and goes out the Tramore road to finish in Tramore outside Splashworld. The race is timed and there will be prizes for the top men and women including age categories. Showers, changing facilities, refreshments, and prize giving will be in the Tramore GAA Centre. The event cost is €10 online and €15.00 on the night and you can registar at https://register.primoevents.com/ps/event/WaterfordTramore75Mile2017 [Noel Browne]
A big group of runners pictured after completing the MTS Broadband Ballinroad 5k,race 1 in the Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series.
Trevor Mason leads this group as they prepare to climb the hill one at the Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan League.
3rd overall at last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race Niall Blackwell West Waterford AC receives his prize from Vinnie Codd. The race was number 2 in the Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series 2017.
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Ladies winner at last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race Jackie Cart, Kilmore AC receives her prize from Paula Kelly SE2 race sponsors.
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Pictured is Conor Dooney, Raheny Shamrock AC receiving his winners’ prize from Vinnie Codd after he smashed the course record at last Friday evening’s race.
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Deirdre Clancy, West Waterford AC Ladies winner over 60 at last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race receives her prize form Vinnie Codd.
Liamie Sandford completes last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race. The race was number 2 in the Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series 2017.
Spring into Summer - Let’s Run Group THE highly successful West Waterford AC ‘Let’s Run’ programme is back with a NEW MORNING SESSION. This is an 8 week plan to go from no running to being able to run 5k. Our aim is for everyone to leave each class feeling good and having enjoyed the run. During the 8 weeks you will be guided by our professionally qualified coaches and we will hold your hands through the entire programme so that you can become the runner you do not wish to admit you are. The programme will culminate in everyone being able to run 5k by 20th June. If you have always wanted to run but have never tried
it then this is the programme for you. It will be a great challenge for Spring and is also ideal if your fitness has slipped over the winter and you want to get back into a fitness routine before the summer. We do not expect you to be fit but we do need you to be healthy so if you have any health concerns please get clearance from your GP before you join us. There will be a fun, social atmosphere with no shouting just encouragement and advice to keep you on track. It is a non intimidating atmosphere and welcoming to all. Some of the comments from previous groups
‘Atmosphere was good, can run at your own pace’ ‘Everyone was really encouraging’ ‘Learning to pace really helped’ When – Tuesdays at 10.00 am commencing 2nd May 2017 Where – Meet at the Coffee Shop in Eurospar Who – anyone who wants to be able to run 5k. In 8 weeks you will be ‘a runner’ Cost - €30 For further information & to book your spot please contact Claire Kennedy on (087) 9116997 or Irene Clarke on (086) 8242348. Places are limited so please book in advance
West Waterford Athletic Club Greenway Run AS part of our preparations for the Cork City Marathon / Half Marathon & Relay we will be doing a club run on the Greenway from Kilmacthomas back to Dungarvan. The date for this is Sunday, 14th May. This run is geared towards final preparation for our first target race of the year but all club members are more than welcome to join us on the day. There will be no numbers, chip timing, water stations or prizes it’s purely a self supported training run. A bus will leave Dungarvan at 8.30 am and drop everyone to Kilmacthomas. After the run we will go for coffee. A nominal fee will be charged to cover the cost of the bus and coffee which will be dependent on numbers. If you are interested in joining us on this run please text Irene on (086) 8242348.
Pat Bruen crossing the finish line sporting his sponsors T shirt at last Friday evening’s SE2 Butlerstown 4 mile road race.
Running Quote I HAVE met my hero, and he is me.
23rd Annual Intersport Elvery’s/Asics Summer Series
48th Annual Bluewall Paddy Flanagan Memorial Waterford to Tramore Road Race now open for registration RACE 3 and one of the oldest road race’s in the country the Bluewall Waterford to Tramore 7.5 mile event takes place on Saturday April 29th. The race starts at Waterford's new Viking Triangle in Waterford city and goes out the Tramore road to finish in Tramore outside Splashworld. Showers, refreshments, and
prize giving will be in the GAA centre in Tramore after. Registration will be available on www.totaltiming.ie and on the day entries are between 5:45 and 6:45. This race has really grown in popularity with another big turnout expected for this year's race, we urge all athletes to please register online to ease queues on the night. Again Bluewall Technologies have
come onboard as main sponsor for the 6th year. Changing and shower facilities plus refreshments and prize-giving will take place in the Tramore GAA clubhouse after the race. The usual array of prizes will be on offer. Course record Pauline Lambe Tullamore Harriers A.C. 44.03 (2010), Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 36.44 (2010).
The SE2 35th Annual Butlerstown 4 mile LAST Friday evening saw the second race of the Intersport Elverys/Asics summer series take place with the 35th Annual Butlerstown 4 mile road race. Conditions were ideal for the race as the earlier drop of rain had cleared just before the off making conditions quite pleasant for the event which saw a huge entry of 271 runners plus walkers. Just like the Ballinroad race the previous week where numbers were similar making for a superb start to this year's summer series, so well done to all who are supporting our events. The race last year came under the organisation of Butlerstown GAA club and they are to be congratulated on the great work they have put in the last number of years. Congratulations also to race director Vinnie Codd who does a great job in a quiet and professional manner. Thanks to John and Jamie for all their work out the course and to all the stewards who manned the various junctions on route. Thanks to the Gardai for their invaluable assistance on the night also. To Ann who looked after all the pre reg's online for the race and that's said thanks to all the runners who registered online it is a big help to the race organisers on the night. Our thanks to Breda, Shirley, Tony, Ray, Sharon, Ann, and Ray for all their assistance once again with entries and results and sorting out the prizes winners. Thanks to Jim for his finish line assistance. The huge numbers again in this year race was handled expertly by our crew well done guys. The entries were taken at the Butlerstown GAA pavilion and the it was the same venue for the presentation of prizes many thanks to the Ladies who provided us all with a great cuppa and bite to eat after the race. Our thanks to main sponsors SE2 and Paula Kelly who was on hand to present the winners with their prize. There were many associate sponsors also last Friday evening and we thank them all for their generosity. Thanks to Fintan Walsh on PA and finally to Vinnie Codd and all involved in Butlerstown with organising the race this year. Monies raised were donated to Butlerstown GAA club and Waterford Alzheimer's Society. CONOR DOONEY SETS NEW COURSE RECORD Records are there to be broken and this young Conor Dooney did last Friday evening in style at the Butlerstown 4 mile road race when
he posted a gun to tape winning effort smashing the old course record of 20.09 recorded a resounding 19.23 making his trip down from the capital a worthwhile one. The Raheny Shamrocks AC athlete proved to be a class apart on the night with last year's winner Waterford AC and local Butlerstown man Trevor Power having to settle for the runners up spot on this occasion. Trevor is training currently for the upcoming London Marathon and he posted a very good time also Friday evening 20.33 which was 13 seconds faster than his winning time of last year, winner of race 1 in the series the previous Friday evening in the Ballinroad 5k West Waterford's Niall Blackwell proved no flash in the pan when he showed he can mix it with the best and for sure the best is yet to come for this youngster as he took 3rd place in 21.24. His team mate Raivis Zakis took 4th place in a time of 21.37. Nigel O'Flaherty Clonmel AC took the over 40 category in 22.26 finishing a high 11th overall and Yev Chizhikov West Waterford AC won the over 45 category in 25.05. The winner of the over 50 category was Ray Hahesy for the 3rd year in succession when he clocked time of brilliant time of 23.32 which was a whopping 45 seconds faster than his time of 2016. Dermot Power Saturday road runners won the over 55 section in 26.18 and the over 60 category went to Tommy Burns Waterford AC in 26.52,Tommy just turned 60 the previous Tuesday. Finally the junior men's prize was claimed by young Cian O'Riordan West Waterford AC in 22.05, a super run from young Cian who finished 6th overall in the race. Well done to all our prize winners. MEN’S RESULTS 1st Conor Dooney Raheny Shamrocks AC 19.23 2nd Trevor Power Waterford AC 20.33 3rd Niall Blackwell West Waterford AC 21.24 4th Raivis Zakis West Waterford A.C. 21.37 M40 Nigel O’Flaherty Clonmel A.C. 22.36 M45 Yevgeniy Chizhikov West Waterford A.C. 25.05 M50 Ray Hahesy West Waterford A.C. 23.32 M55 Dermot Power Saturday Road Runners 26.18 M60 Tommy Burns Waterford A.C. 26.52 MJN Cian O’Riordan West Waterford A.C. 22.05
JACKIE CARTY GUN TO TAPE Well done to Wexford's and
Kilmore AC athlete Jackie Carty who took a resounding Butlerstown 4 win in the ladies race last Friday night. It was indeed a gun to tape success for Jackie as she took to the front and was never in any danger from the chasing pack crossing the finish line at Butletsown GAA club grounds in a time of 24.56. Jackie had a comfortable advantage over the 2nd placed runner Kate Veale West Waterford AC who also had a great run when she crossed the finish line in 25.16. This was two and a half minutes faster than her time posted last year so great improvement from Kate. Not too far behind was Sinead Murphy Ind who was 3rd with a time of 25.33. Waterford Ac's Joan Mahony was our 4th lady home in a time of 25.48. In the categories prizes Louise Morgan Ferrybank AC claimed top spot in the over 35's in 26.13, Mags Kearney Ind ran a fast 28.30 to claim 1st over 40 while Waterford AC athlete Cait Caulfield won the ladies over 45 section in a time of 27.21. The over 50 winner was Anne Fitzgerald Waterford AC in 29.22. And a very special well done to West Waterford's Deirdre Clancy on winning the over 60 category in a time of 42.32. Well done to all the our ladies winners on the night. LADIES RESULTS 1st Lady Jackie Carty Kilmore A.C. 24.56 2nd Lady Kate Veale West Waterford A.C. 25.16 3rd Lady Sinead Murphy N/A 25.33 4th Joan Mahony Waterford A.C. 25.48 F35 Louise Morgan Ferrybank A.C. 26.13 F40 Mags Kearney N/A 28.30 F45 Cait Caulfield Waterford A.C. 27.21 F50 Ann Fitzgerald N/A 29.22 F60 Deirdre Clancy West Waterford A.C. 42.32
HAVE YOU GOT YOUR ENTRY IN FOR SUMMER SERIES Please note that entry to the summer series is separate to that of the individual races. It’s an extra €5 to join the series and you may join the series at any of the races up to and including the Dromana race which is the deadline for doing so. When you enter the series, you must do 6 of the 11 races and you will automatically qualify for a 30 euro Intersport Elverys/Asics voucher. For those who need a bigger challenge how about having a go at the 11 from 11. Those who complete the 11 from 11 challenge will receive a special prize on the final night courtesy of our sponsors. Get your entry in ASAP.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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 WITH fine dry weather, it proved to be another hectic Easter week at the club. It is apparent that the Dungarvan gospel is spreading as we had visitors from thirty different clubs taking to our course. Visitors were highly complementary of our course, facilities and the welcome received. With a bit of growth our course will continue to improve and we expect many visitors during the season. On the home front, our club turned a Good Friday into a Great Friday as our Junior Foursomes team led the qualifiers in the Irish Junior Foursomes. Playing at the Gold Coast, our first pairing of Danny and Ethan Raher overcame three disasters to post a score of 721/2. In the second match, Jake O’Riordan & Michael Troy were playing beautifully and reached the clubhouse with a score of 691/2 to set a total of 142. That proved good enough for a three shot victory from Tramore who we now face in matchplay over the coming weeks. We hope our good form continues next Saturday as we face West Waterford in the first round of the Fred Daly Trophy at Carrick. We tee off at 2 pm and all support at Carrick will be welcome. Some recognisable faces were spotted on the course last week as Tipperary Greats Babs Keating and John Leahy took to the course. Methinks it was a sneaky practice round for the
Dungarvan GAA classic. It was “back to school” this week as we welcomed the SouthEast Teachers Society to our course. Unlike my school days where I was repeatedly told I could do better, the teachers lavished praise on the condition of the course, complimenting Anthony Morrissey and his greenkeeping staff. The co-operation of club professional David assisted by Grace proved beneficial in running a smooth operation. Tom and his staff in the restaurant provided an excellent menu and good food was enjoyed by all. An amazing atmosphere prevailed throughout the clubhouse which turned into a mini Gaeltacht for the afternoon. It was lovely to hear our native language ringing around the clubhouse turning Dungarvan Golf Club into a Gailf as Gaeilge venue for the day. The blas agus banter was so good. Ta suil again go raibh Gailf iontach agaibh uile don Chaise. Our Louis Copeland Challenge kicked off last Friday and entries are still available. Your best 4 scores over the next 5 weeks could win a voucher for €150 from the famous Louis Copeland store. Paul Power currently leads and you can follow the leaderboard on Master Scoreboard. Many of our members would remember the latest Irish Golfing “star in the making” Paul Dunne playing at
WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com
www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Tuesday Treats – 11th April 9 hole sfd. 1st Percy Walsh (19) 22 pts, 2nd Thomas Kiely (14) 19 pts, 3rd Gearoid Breathnach 16 pts Nearest to Pin John Greehan. FIXTURES Wednesday, 19th April – Al Eile Open Gents Singles Friday, 21st April – 9 Hole Scramble at 6.30. ladies and gents welcome Sat., 22nd April – Club Competition 18 hole Stableford Sat., 22nd April – Sunshine Classic Final Sun., 23rd April – Club Competition 18 Hole Stableford Sun., 23rd April – Comeragh Oil Winter league Final. BUSY WEEK AHEAD AT WEST WATERFORD Following a hectic week of action in the Sunshine Classic the season gets into top gear at the club. Our very popular Al Eile Open 18 hole qualifier gets underway on Wednesday. On Friday evening we are holding our first scramble of the year. This is a most enjoyable event for ladies and gents offering an enjoyable game of golf and a get together afterward for a cuppa or a pint. On Saturday we have the final of the Sunshine Classic, with the Winter league final on Sunday 23rd. We will have our usual 18 hole club competition on Saturday and Sunday. Don’t forget to follow the progress of
our two professionals, both of whom are in action this weekend. So we have something for everyone this week. Come along and enjoy the weather, the scenery, and the company. Dont forget your golf clubs. HUGELY SUCCESSFUL SUNSHINE CLASSIC The Trojan efforts of the Classic committee over the past six weeks were well and truly rewarded as members and visitors alike flocked to West Waterford for our 11th consecutive annual fundraising event. A big thank you to everyone who played in the Classic, your support is greatly appreciated. SUNSHINE CLASSIC QUALIFIERS A total of 16 teams qualified for the final on Saturday, 22nd April. This is comprised of the 7 best overall scores and thereafter the best daily score for each of the 9 days. The top 7 scores ranged from 95 to 102 with the higher scores being recorded over the weekend. The daily qualifying scores ranged from 90 to 95. Overall, the 2 scores per hole format proved to be popular in that it enabled all team members to contribute to the team score. The qualifying scores are discarded for the final and each team will start all over again. Teams will be split in two pairs and will play 4Ball Better Ball, playing off full handicaps. Teams can decide on their own pairings. The scores from each pair combined will form the team score for the final. Following the draw for the final, participating teams will be notified of de-
Dungarvan in the Irish Boys Championship. It was both great and disappointing to watch him lose the Moroccan Open yesterday but Paul is well on his way to securing his playing rights for next year. And this Wednesday Dungarvan will witness the next crop of junior golfers as we host the South Munster US Kids Championship. This is an exciting event for Dungarvan to host and we look forward to welcoming the future of golf. GOLF CLASSIC Have you got your team ready for the Dungarvan Golf Club Classic? This major fundraising event for the Club takes place over the May Bank Holiday weekend commencing on Wednesday, 26th April and runs until Sunday, 30th April 2017. Teams of 4 players which can be (Men’s, Ladies or Mixed Teams) are eligible and the entry fee is €100 per Team (Re-Entry Only €50). The format is all scores to count on the par 3’s, 2 scores to count elsewhere. Prizes are to the value of €1,500 are kindly sponsored by Life members Billy Queally, Ger Darcy and Liam Carroll. Traditionally this event always receives great support from Club members and visitors alike, expectations are of another good turnout this year. We’d be delighted with your support entering a team or sponsoring a tee box for only €50. Contact Irene Lynch on 058 43310 for further information or book online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com. GENTS RESULTS Monday 10th Open Seniors: 1st Kieran Foley (West Waterford) (14) 42, 2 John O’Brien (Youghal) (12) 40pts, 3 D. Dromgoole (Youghal) 16 39pts. Thursday 13th Singles S/F: 1st Craig O’Connor (10) 44, 2 John Huges (12) Gold Coast 41, Gross Alan Thomas (+1) 39, 3rd Paul Cleary (10) New Ross 41, 4 Sean Furlong (12) New Ross 40. Saturdy 15th Open Singles: 1st Stephen Slater (11) 45, 2 Patrick Norris (8) 41, Gross Kevin Stack 37, 3 Eoin Brackett (9) 40, 4 Paul Power (19) 38. Sunday 16th 1 Ethan Raher (12) 40pts, 2 Ml Browne (12) 40, Gross John Reynolds Scr 35, 3 Tom Considine (10)
tails. Best of luck to all. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE FINAL The final takes place on Sunday, 23rd April. Blackwater will play The Spring to see who captures the Cole Memorial Trophy for 2017. With 9 matches to be played the final throws up a number of exciting personal encounters. Following are the individual matches with Blackwater players listed first. Matches are listed in order of handicap with the playing order to be decided later. Brian Foley v Darragh Herlihy, John Fleming v Micheal Gee, Ray Donnelly v Pat Murphy, Robbie Dalton v John Keane, Kieran Foley v Seamus Joyce, John Quinn v Mark Ronayne, Pat Landers v Percy Walsh, Michael Bumster v Pat Power, Billy McCarthy v Diarmuid Horgan. In the qualifying stage of the league Blackwater finished in 5th place with 887 points, while the Spring finished 6th with 877 points. Singles matchplay is a completely different game and if the league to date is anything to go by we can look forward to another exciting finish on Sunday. Presentation of prizes in clubhouse at 4.30 approx following conclusion of the matches. Best of luck to both teams and once again a big thank you to Comeragh Oil for their sponsorship. SEAMUS POWER AND GARY HURLEY BACK IN ACTION Following a well deserved break from competitive action West Waterford’s two professional are back in action at the weekend. Seamus Power plays in the Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio from April 20 – 23rd, and will be hoping to make the cut in this prestigious event with a prize fund in excess of 6 million. European Challenge Tour professional Gary Hurley boosted by his Team Ireland grant has been putting a lot of time into improving his game and will feel confident of a good performance in the Turkish Airlines Challenge at Gloria GCin Antalya from April 20 – 23rd. Gary’s game will receive added impetus from the performance of his Walker Cup partner and friend Paul Dunne in The Trophee Hassan in Rabat last weekend. Best of luck to Seamus and Gary and we will be following every shot as we cheer on our two favourite sons.
Dungarvan Golf Club Mullinahone Scramble kindly sponsored by The Allrounder Sports Dungarvan. L-R: Liam Carroll, President; James Hayes and A. J. Hayes Winners; A. J. was winner of all The Provincial Titles under 8 years; Pearse Moloney, Sponsor; Declan Walsh, Captain. [Pat Crowley] 39, 4 Tom Burke (12) 39. LADIES RESULTS Monday 10th Seniors 4th Annette McCarthy (Youghal) (36) 38 pts. Tuesday 11th Singles Sam McCauley’s Pharmacy: 1st Olga Carroll (28) 39, 2nd Carmel Fox (28) 39, 3rd Breda Kirwan (34) 38. April 14th/15th Singles S/F: 1 Mai O’Brien (19) 40, 2 Eileen Dorgan (16) 40 pts, 3rd MT O’Neill (34) 37, 4th Fiona Norris (2) 36. FIXTURES Thursday 20th Thursday SPAR Open Gents 18H Singles S/F - Visitors: €15 Friday, 21 Ladies Singles Stroke Saturday, 22rd Gents Monthly Medal Singles Stroke (David Hayes PGA), Ladies Singles Stroke Sunday, 23rd Gents 18Hole Singles Stroke G.O.Y. Ballinacourty Cup, ILGU Leagues 2.30pm Monday 24th Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) 18H Singles S/F
Tuesday 25th Ladies 18 H S/F (Orbsen Consulting ) Get into Golf taster evening. Wednesday 26th to Sun. 30th April Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Monay, 1st May Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F, May Bank Holiday Monday 9H Scramble 5.30 SIXTY.COM Next Competition Wed. 19th April. If you are aged 60 or over and you are interested in joining the 60.com we would be delighted to see you. Just turn up any Wednesday at the above starting time. YOUNGONES Next Competition Wed. 12th April, 2.40pm. Winner 12th April Marian Walsh (31) 16ts. Annual Party Wed. 26th. PROGRESSIVE 45 13/04/17: 1st Kathleen Osbourne and Mary O’Donovan, Jack Elstead and Cait Mulchay, Last 5 Jim Kiersey and Colm Bannon, Lucky Table T Hayes
and V Hayes. SOCIAL BRIDGE Friday mornings 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (no partner required), all are welcome. JUNIOR NEWS Again, we had a great turnout for our girls and boys lessons last weekend. Under the guidance of our club professional David, the kids were put thru their paces and its rewarding to see the weekly improvement. Tuition continues next Saturday at 2 pm for the girls and 3 pm for the boys. This week we welcome the US Kids East Munster Qualifying takes place at Dungarvan on Wednesday, 19th April. The event is open to boys and girls aged 6 to 11. A great crowd is expected in what promises to be a great event. Any enquiries relating to junior activities at the club can be directed to Junior Convenor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.
Seamus Power and his friend Mike pictured with Michael and Lila O'Dwyer at the Masters in Augusta. AUTUMN SENIORS ALLIANCE Well done to Ray Rochford who figured in the prizes at Gold Coast outing. Next outing at West Waterford GC on Monday, 8th May. The format here will be a 2 person scramble and should attract a large entry. SUPER SUNSHINE RAFFLE Fancy 5 nights for 2 people in The Algarve plus €300 cash. Well it could be you if you buy a ticket in our Sunshine Raffle. Second prize is 2 nights B&B plus dinner for 2 at any of the Flynn Group Hotels. Third prize is dinner for 2 at the Cliff House Hotel Michelin star restaurant. We also have 4 additional prizes of €100 cash. Tickets are now on sale at our shop and in the bar and restaurant,. FRED DALY TROPHY West Waterford will play neighbours Dungarvan in the first round at Carrickon-Suir on Saturday, 22nd April. Best of luck to Justin, Michael and the lads. DUNGARVAN SENIOR PAIRS CLASSIC 2017 Open to all golfers aged 55 and over, Open to ladies, gents or mixed teams. Day 1: Monday, 8th May Gold Coast 2 person rumble, Day 2: Tuesday, 9th
May West Waterford Fourball Betterball, Optional Day 3: Wednesday, 10th May Dungarvan. Phone: 058-44055 for details or brochure. J B CARR TOURNAMENT West Waterford will play neighbours Gold Coast in the first round to be played at Gold Coast on Wednesday, 19th April. Team manager Sean Wade has an experienced panel from which to pick his team. Playing the Gold Coast on home soil is going to be a tough task but our players will relish the challenge. JUNIOR NOTES Easter Camps: Camp No. 2: Tuesday 18th-Friday, 21st April. To book please contact Tim Murphy 086 352 1070. LADIES CLUB NOTES SUNSHINE CLASSIC Congratulations to the ladies team who qualified for final of Sunshine Classic, Mary Lou Carroll, Phil Kelly, June Whyte and Marie T. Curran with a fabulous score of 92. Hard luck Mary Herlihy, Joan Nugent, Joan Ronayne & Geraldine Hickey. FIXTURES 18 Hole S/F on Thursday, 20th or Sunday, 23rd April sponsored by Helvick
Seafood. April 9 hole ongoing (2 cards to count) sponsored by Deirdre Ruane. VISITOR West Waterford was lucky enough to have Brent Pope visit on Saturday to play 9 holes. Afterwards he enjoyed a refreshment in the Clubhouse where Brigid was lucky enough to get her photo taken and also an autograph too. TEAMS The Minor Cup, Intermediate Cup and Challenge Cup teams are playing in Mahon, Douglas and Fota at the weekend. Best of luck to you all. 2017 MNA EILE The first Mná Eile competition commences on Thursday, 4th May. LADIES OPEN QUALIFIER 18 HOLE STABLEFORD First Thursday of the following months: May / June / July / August / September. Entry fee - visitors €12/Members €6. Grand Final, Sunday, 17th September, 2017. OUTING Bus - €15 return due immediately but not later than 1st May. Balance of €40 due but not later than 1st June. If anyone has yet to pay the deposit could you do this week please.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net
www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS 18 Hls singles s/ford Sponsored by: Dermot O’Leary Agri. Ltd. 1st Larry Kiely (22) 39 pts; 2nd Barry Conron (16) 37 pts L9; 3rd Peter Whelan (12) 37 pts C.S.S. Saturday 68 Sunday 69 Tuesday Bacon Result 1st Alf Barden, Willie Henry, Jerry Cunningham 27 pts L6 FIXTURES Sat/Sun 22nd /23rd April, 18 hls singles Stableford. Monday, 17th April to Friday, 21st 9 hole Stableford comp. Tuesday Bacon at 5.45 pm. Ring ahead if you are going to be late. 058 54026. STORY OF THE WEEK Every Saturday of each week Larry Kiely stands on the first tee with Jim Cashman at 8am and they probably finish their game in well less than 3 hours. With the GUI looking at slow play being something all golf clubs should be tackling both Larry and Jim may be a shining example of how to enjoy the game and also get a positive result at the same time. Larry took the honours this week with his 39 pts.
He didn’t have the best of starts with 3 doubles on the first three holes but ploughing on Larry was only 4 over for the next 6 holes and turned with 18 pts. Enough to keep a man going! For the next 9 holes Larry played steady golf, with Jim encouraging him no doubt, and picked up 21 pts and end up with a winning score worthy of any weekend Barry Conron seems to enjoying his golf of late and so got his reward as his chipping helped him no end on Sunday Morning. He played with the always in great humour Fermoy man Ger Hayes. Barry turned with 19 pts and returned with 18. Satisfactory chipping and putting I hear with a hope of greater things to come. Peter Whelan is no stranger to the winning enclosure and is the owner of a handicap that is shrinking at present. He had 21 pts turning and had 8 pars and 2 birdies overall. He lost concentration on the 10th and 14th. Nuff said. It was great to see Willie Henry and Colm Burke clambering to take a prize with their 36 pts. Well done to all and we hope ye had a very Happy Easter Holiday.
GOLDCOAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning
058-44055 Our email address is:
goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com
WELCOME New members are always welcome here in the Gold Coast and we would now like to welcome Mark M., Darach B., Aaron W., Gearóid B., Fergal B., Cormac O’M and Thomas O’G. We hope that you enjoy your golf here in the Gold Coast. GOLD COAST CUP SINGLES MATCH-PLAY Two Preliminary rounds must be played by 8th May and they are as follows: Declan Kiely v Dean Golds and Rafael Alvarez v Seanie Lenihan. The 1st Round draw is as follows: Winner of (Declan Kiely v Dean Golds) v John W Walsh, Conor Clancy v Noel McCann, John White v Brian O'Connor, David J Veale v Andy Travers, Michael Whelan v Michael Kavanagh, Austin Kiely v Micheal White, Conan Watt v Michael Wall, Tommy Long v Jerome Maye, Billy Power v Johnny Ryan, Brian Dunbar v John Hughes, Frank Waters v Derek Power, Francis O'Connor v Tomas Wall, Michael Lenihan v Tom White, Freddy McGuckian v Kiki Cullinan, Joe Meade v Lee Crotty, winner of
(Rafael Alvarez v Seanie Lenihan) v Colin McArthur. First round matches must be completed by 25th May. SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY The following is the draw for the Scratch match-Play 1st Round. All games to be completed by 16th May. Micheal White v John W Walsh Colin McArthur v Tom White Michael Kavanagh v Brian O'Connor Lee Crotty v John White Michael Lenihan v Declan Kiely Seanie Lenihan v Conan Watt Barry Power v Kiki Cullinan Austin Kiely v Derek Power DEISE LEAGUE The league section is now complete and the following is the team standings: Waterford Castle 24 pts. Gold Coast 17 pts. Tramore 16 pts Faithlegg 15 pts. This means that Waterford Castle will play Gold Coast in the final in Tramore on Saturday next 22nd April at 11 a.m. and Tramore will play Faithlegg in the plate final at 11.40 a.m. The team managers will be in touch with the players re-
Lismore Golf Club Lifetime Membership presentation. Tom O'Donovan, Club Captain; Sean Power, Club President and Sheila O'Leary, Club Lady Captain, pictured presenting Lifetime Membershp to Jimmy Hornibrook in recognition of his service to the club over the years.
On Easter Monday we set out the very popular par 3 course. This was first started 2 years ago during our 50th Anniversary and has proven to be a delightful competition for many. Not as easy as it sounds let me tell you. Our first winner of the Easter hamper for this year is Frankie Corcoran with 26.1 and in second place is our President Shaun Power with 27.2. Our Registrar John McGrath has asked that if you have not payed your Club Fees, please do so asap. Finally, a nothing to do with golf thought for the week "Success is measured not by what you got, but by what you give".
LISMORE LADIES GOLF We had our very popular Easter Prizes which usually starts us on our way into the 18 Holes season on Sunday 9th and Wednesday, 12th April, our very generous Sponsors were Riordan's Super Valu Fermoy, our thanks to them once again for their sponsorship. Some more super scoring from our ladies, with Fiona Howard taking 1st place with 38 pts and 2nd spot went to our Lady Vice Captain Mary Ahern with 38 pts also, only the back 6 separating them, 3rd place went to Katherine Moynihan with 34 pts.Our first Open day/s of the year is Sunday 23rd & Wednesday, 26th April Kindly spon-
sored by Knockanore Cheese - 18 Holes 3 Ball Champagne Scramble - Time sheet is on the notice board - get inviting Ladies! We also have a "Get into Golf" taster session for an 8 week beginner programme including lessons with a PGA Professional, registration is Wednesday, 26th April at 7 p.m., equipment will be provided, sample chipping, putting and long game in a fun and friendly environment cost €50. RESULTS 1st Fiona Howard (5) 38 pts B6; 2nd Mary Ahern (31) 38 pts; 3rd Katherine Moynihan (18) 34 pts FIXTURES Sun. 16th & Wed., 19th April -
Members Prizes - Course closed until 12.30 pm Wednesday Sun., 23rd & Wed., 26th April 18 Holes S/Ford - Open Day - 3 Ball Champagne Scramble. All Competitions are subject to change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes. Fees now due since Nov. 1st, please forward all forms and cheques/cash to Mr. John McGrath the clubs registrar. Our sincere condolences to Mr. Tom Doocey's family on his recent passing, may he rest in peace, as a mark of respect to Tom the course will remain closed until 12.30 p.m. on Wednesday, 19th April.
quired during the week. Best of luck to all in the final. TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL The date for this tournament is Wednesday, 21st June with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The event is for teams of four, playing two rounds of golf, each round with a different format. The cost per person is €30 and this includes a three course meal, a contribution to charity, tea/coffee and sandwiches when passing the kiosk and a BBQ at the 10th tee. It is always one of the highlights of the golfing year in the Gold Coast and it is limited to 20 teams. Please let Bob know if you wish to take part. NEW 9 HOLES COMPETITION STARTING IN MAY Beginning in May, every Wednesday, there will be a 9 Holes competition, which will be open to both Ladies and Gents taking place. It will be a one day competition and can be played anytime during the day. More details later. PIERCE PURCELL Team Manager Brian O’Connor and his assistant Johnny Hughes would like to hear from any player who wished to be considered for inclusion in the Purcell panel for 2017. If interested please place your name on the sheet provided in the kiosk. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER! Many clubs are making offers at the moment and one of the unusual things about these offers is that very few clubs mention the quality of the course as the main item. I know that if I was looking to join a club in the morning the most important thing for me would be the quality of the course. Naturally, there would be other factors that would concern me but the course would be the most important.
Anyone that has played the Gold Coast lately will tell you that at the moment we probably have the best greens around and with improvements being carried out throughout the course, the overall package on offer is unrivalled in this area. The Course, the scenery, the facilities, and most important the members give Gold Coast a very strong presence in the marketplace. Give us a call on 058 44055 if you are interested in joining us here. FIXTURES Tuesday, 18th April: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ Friday, 21st April: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 22nd April: Club Competition, Half Sub deferred due to final of Deise League. Sunday, 23rd April: ViceCaptain’s Prize kindly presented by Tim O’Driscoll. Tuesday, 25th April: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ RESULTS Tuesday, 11th April: Open Seniors: 1st: Peter Byrne (22) 36 pts Williamstown. Friday, 14th April: Open Singles 1st: Patrick Norris (9) 40 pts Bothwell Castle, Scotland Saturday, 8th April: Club Competitions. 1st: David O’Connor (7) 38 pts. Gross: Derek Power (3) 31 pts. Sunday, 2nd April: Club Competition 1st: John McArthur (20) 39 pts. 2nd: Paul O’Dea (24) 38 pts. Gross: Micheal White (2) 31 pts. Monday, 10th April: Autumn Seniors Alliance 1st: Sean Callaghan (15) Clonmel 44 pts. 2nd: Don Bolger (15) Callan GC 41 pts. 3rd: Paul Coffey (26) Carrickon-Suir 41 pts. Cat 0-14: 1st: John Brett (14)
Carrick-on-Suir 40 pts. 2nd: Ray Rochford (14) West Waterford 40 pts. 3rd: Bernie Walsh (9) Carrickon-Suir 40 pts. Category (15-19) 1st: Declan Whyte (19) Clonmel 39 pts. 2nd: Peter Costello (18) Carrick-on-Suir 39 pts. 3rd: Joseph Cuddihy (16) Callan 39 pts. Category (20+) 1st: Tom O’Keeffe (21) Carrick-on-Suir 38 pts. 2nd: Pat Power (21) Dungarvan 37 pts. 3rd: William Burke (21) Clonmel 37 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 16 Hole 2 Card Competition. Results of lamb Competition. Mary Clancy (14) 23pts. Easter Fun Day Competition: Our Easter Fun Day Scramble took place on Sunday, 9th April over 16 holes in perfect weather conditions. We had a large turnout of ladies for the event, and everybody brought Easter Eggs, chocolates or wines which were used for prizes giving all winners a wide variation to choose from!! Presentation of remaining winter league weekly prizes took place while the presentation of team winners will be at a later date. A big Thank You to our Lady Captain Ger and committee members who made sure the day went without a hitch and was a thoroughly enjoyable occasion for everybody!! Results of Scramble: 1st: Esther McGuckian, Ellen Foley, Joan O’Dea – 547⁄8; 2nd: Rosie Murphy, Gillian Cashman, Mary Fenton – 563⁄8; 3rd: Elaine Goss, Breda Conway, Anne Keane – 591⁄2; Longest Drive – Esther McGuckian. Nearest Pin on 7th – Martina Corkery
16 Hole 2 Card Competition: Our 2 card competition kindly sponsored by Proto Mark Technologies will run to the end of April, easing us into the start of our 18 hole competitions. This can be played in conjunction with any of the above fixtures and the entry is a mere €5 and reentry €3. Ladies, now is a good time to hit the fairways and get that game perfected for the start of season!! ILGU Leagues: Wishing the best of luck to our Minor Cup team who meet Dungarvan in East Cork and to our Challenge Cup Team who meet Cobh in Dungarvan, both events take place on Sunday, 23rd April. Committee Meeting: Our next meeting is Friday, 5th May at 8 pm in the Bunker Bar. Membership Offers: If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2017 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast!! There are many good reasons for joining us, firstly we are an extremely friendly bunch who are always delighted to welcome new members and visitors alike, secondly our course is open all year round due to its natural drainage and last but not least the scenery is breathtaking!! We here at the Gold Coast are very proud of our course and its natural beauty, if you would like to sample same, please contact Bob or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Hurling Championship
Lismore back with a bang DAN SHANAHAN TURNS BACK THE CLOCK WITH FOUR GOAL PERFORMANCE Lismore …………………….6-13; Passage …………………….3-19. LAST year’s County and Munster Intermediate hurling champions Lismore heralded their return to senior ranks with a thrilling second half revival against a Passage side that led at half-time by 3-13 to 1-3. It’s difficult to figure out the cause of the trend of this game as the stiffish breeze alone wasn’t the reason for this original game of two halves. Passage could do no wrong in the first half, they led by 3-8 to 1-1 at the end of the first quarter and they had made little of the unavailability of regulars, Sean Hogan, Stephen Mason, Conor Carey, Kilian Fitzgerald and Donal Power, the latter now playing with Mt. Sion. It was difficult in the extreme to see Lismore mount a challenge in the second half as the teams trouped off the field for the half-time break and there was no one in the stand that could have predicted a win for the men from the far west at this point. However, Dave Barry’s men won the second moiety by a staggering 5-10 to 0-6 and this is nothing less than an outstanding response by a team under the cosh in the strongest meaning of the word and the star of the show was the forty years young county senior hurling selector Dan Shanahan. His catching of the high wind assisted deliveries into the town end goal proved undefendable and his finishing was as clinical as it was back in his hey day. The word was that Lismore won the toss and elected to play into the wind, which ultimately proved to be the correct decision but not during the course of the first half. Eoin Kelly’s goal in the third minute, taking advantage of a botuin by Seanie Barry in front of the town end goal, gave Passage a foothold on the game and the accuracy of Kelly and Owen Connors from placed balls and Pa Walsh from play left the scoreboard reading 1-7 to 0-1 in the 11th minute before full forward Richard Hurley placed
John Whitty for his team’s second green flag. The writing looked to be on the wall for the black and amber at this stage and this was compounded further at the end of the first quarter when Liam Flynn ran in front of goalie Eddie Lynch, denying him a view of Thomas Connors’ delivery which ended up in the back of the net, 3-8 to 1-1. This third goal arrived just after Dan Shanahan’s first of four while the seasiders tacked on five more minors before the short whistle via Thomas Connors, Richard Hurley, Adam Roche and Owen Connors, 0-2 (1f) compared to just two by the winners via Dan Shanahan and Jack Prendergast (f). The Shanahan’s goal scoring ability, despite being under heavy surveillance, was a key factor in Lismore’s revival. Maurice’s lob over Passage goalie Eddie Lynch in the 33rd minute and Dan’s green flag from Maurice’s pass one minute later were encouraging but still left 0-10 the difference at 3-13 to 3-3. Yet, five unanswered points by the younger Shanahan, 0-3 (2f), Ray Barry (f) and Jack Pender (f) reduced their deficit further to read Passage 3-13 Lismore 3-8. The Reds’ first point of the second half didn’t arrive until the 44th minute from an Eoin Kelly free attempt but straight away Jack Prendergast high ball from the wing placed Dan for his third goal of the evening and now, there was just 0-3 the difference compared to 0-16 at the interval. Maurice Shanahan added two pointed frees as the Passage challenge and response was very limited. They scored only 0-1 from play in the second half. Lismore took the lead for the first time since the second minute when John Prendergast put Maurice through who still had some work to do before the sliotar nestled in the net for yet another Lismore goal, 5-10 to 3-14. Playing into the elements, there
seemed no way back for the Passage men now and there wasn’t though the introduction of the injury worried Killian Fitzgerald did improve matters and raised the question why he wasn’t on from the start. Lismore substitute Brendan Landers also made an immediate impact and his well taken point and a Maurice Shanahan pointed free more than matched a score by Eoin Kelly (f), 5-12 (27) to 3-15 (24) with 53 minutes on the clock. This electric opening to the senior championship produced 9 goals and 32 points in total and the match defining one arrived in the 54th minute when Lismore newcomer Kenny Moore’s delivery on his knees was snapped up by Dan Shanahan again, who for the third time in the half, buried the sliotar in the town end goal, 6-12 to 3-15. Thus, Lismore led by 0-6, a truly remarkable achievement indeed. Realising and awakening from the trauma that this game that looked in the bag at half- time was slipping away from them, Passage came much more into proceedings, though it did coincide with the departure of the injured Lismore number 6 Ray Barry. Passage won the last six minutes and five of added time by 0-4 to 0-1 as well as testing an unyielding Seanie Barry in the country end goal. However, they were confined to pointed frees by Eoin Kelly and Killian Fitzgerald (2) before Pa Walsh ended a championship encounter worth every cent of the admission fee in the 63rd minute with a score from play. These scores were replied to by Kenny Moore’s first championship point for his new club since his departure from Dungarvan while the heroics of the defence in the dying minutes and especially that of custodian Seanie Barry with saves and double saves marked him out once again as one of the best shot stoppers in the sport and he atoned many fold for his first half slip up. But for him, the Passage side may well have snatched a draw and
Passage's Callum O'Neill gets in his clearance against Lismore's Paudie Prendergast during Round 1 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling championship in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
even more. Next up for Lismore is a return to the same venue at 6 pm for a second round fixture against Fourmilewater on Saturday while Passage will be hoping to get their championship challenge back on track against Portlaw in Walsh Park on the same day at 2 pm. Unsporting Behaviour: Passage goalie Eddie Lynch had to endure insulting remarks directed at him from an adult behind the town end goal throughout all of the second half. This certainly has no place in our games and poor example to many young children pucking around on the bank. Nothing could be done about it but it was distasteful in the extreme. Eddie was not the cause of the six goals conceded by his defence. Lismore’s Top Three: Dan Shanahan, Seanie Barry, Maurice
Shanahan. Passage’s Top Three: Thomas Connors, Pa Walsh, Richard Hurley. Observer’s Man of the Match: Dan Shanahan. Number of Scorers: Lismore 6. Passage 9. Scores from Play: Lismore 6-6. Passage 3-10 Frees For: Lismore 18. Passager 14. Wides: Lismore 7. Passage 6. Score of the Match: Lismore’s 45th minute fourth goal engineered by Jack Prendergast and executed by Dan Shanahan. Scorers – Lismore: Dan Shanahan 4-1, Maurice Shanahan 2-7 (6f), Jack Prendergast 0-2f, Ray Barry (f), Brendan Landers and Kenny Moore 0-1 each. Passage: Eoin Kelly 1-5 (5f), John Whitty and Thomas Connors 1-1 each, Pa Walsh 0-3, Owen Connors 0-4 (3f), Killian Fitzgerald 0-2f, Liam Flynn,
Richard Hurley and Adam Roche 0-1 each. Lismore: Seanie Barry; Aaron Whelan, David Prendergast, Pat Hennessy; Sean Reaney, Ray Barry, Kenny Moore; John Prendergast, Jack Prendergast; Maurice Shanahan, Paudie Prendergast, Finbarr Reaney; Peter O’Keeffe, Dan Shanahan, Ronan Landers. Subs: Stevie Barry for Ronan Landers (35), Brendan Landers for Ray Barry (inj. 51). Passage: Eddie Lynch; Callum O’Neill, Jason Roche, Jason Flood; Adam Roche, Noel Connors, Gary Cullinane; Pa Walsh, Darragh Lynch; Owen Connors, Thomas Connors, Liam Flynn; Eoin Kelly, Richard Hurley, John Whitty. Sub: Stephen Lynch for Liam Flynn (39), Killian Fitzgerald for Jason Flood (52), Aaron Connors for Eoin Kelly (58). Referee: Nicky O’Toole (St. Pauls).
Winning start to Ballygunner’s four in-a-row bid Ballygunner ……………......3-25; Tallow ……………………...... 0-5. REIGNING champions Ballygunner sent out a clear message at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon that their championship appetite is as strong as ever as they embark on their attempt to win four county senior hurling championship titles in-arow. There was only 21 seconds on the clock when Barry O’Sullivan had their first score, a point, and playing against the wind, they had tallied a match winning 2-10 by half-time. Tallow gave of their best from the outset but they didn’t have the fitness, team work and organisation to give the champions a worthwhile challenge. The Gunner’s first half goals were of the sort variety as the ball
should have been cleared by a hesitant defence for the first one by a lurking Pauric Mahony while Tim O’Sullivan’s high flick into the net when Tallow keeper Shaun O’Sullivan was about to catch the sliotar was allowed to happen to easily. During the course of the first half, Pauric Mahony registered 0-5 in total from play, frees and a ‘65’ and Billy O’Keeffe, who had to retire injured just before the break struck two fine successive points from play. Barry Sullivan had a second point in the 14th minute while Peter Hogan’s 27th minute white flag could just have easily been a trade mark green one. Tallow had 0-4 on the board at the interval but none of them came from play which sums up the Gunner’s dominance. One of the
best scores of the match was Tommy Ryan’s 17th minute sideline, he added a both a pointed free and a ‘65’ and Darah Buckley opened the Bridesiders account earlier from a free in the 6th minute. The second half was all one way traffic with Tallow’s only score, a pointed free by Tommy Ryan in the 42nd minute. The winners scored 1-15 in this moiety and it could have been even greater but for 13 wides to add to their five before the break. Conor Power buried the sliotar in the net in the town end goal in the 41st minute for the winners third goal and lots of players got in on the point scoring act including Pauric Mahony 0-4f, David O’Sullivan, Harley Barnes, Conor Power and Barry O’Sullivan 0-2 each. Tim O’Sullivan added to his goal with a point and substitute
David Walsh and Conor Sheehan also raised white flags. This wasn’t a test for the champions and the question remains, who if any will give them a game of it in 2017 before they embark on their annual attempt to win the Munster club title. This Saturday they play Ballyduff at the Shandon venue at 7.30 pm while Tallow have another difficult fixture against Abbeyside, also in the Fraher Field on Sunday at 7 pm. Ballygunner’s Top Three: Barry O’Sullivan, Philip Mahony, Pauric Mahony. Tallow’s Top Three: Tommy Ryan, Bob McCarthy, David O’Brien. Observer’s Man of the Match: Barry O’Sullivan. Number of Scorers:
Ballygunner 11. Tallow 2. Scores From Play: Ballygunner 3-18. Tallow 0-0. Freees For: Ballygunner 10. Tallow 5. Wides: Ballygunner 18. Tallow 7. Score of the Match: Tommy Ryan’s 17th minute point from a sideline. Scorers – Ballygunner: Pauric Mahony 1-9 (6f, 1’65’), Tim O’Sullivan and Conor Power 1-1 each, Barry O’Sullivan 0-4, Billy O’Keeffe, David O’Sullivan and Harley Barnes 0-2 each, Peter Hogan, David Walsh, Wayne Hutchinson and Conor Sheahan 0-1 each. Tallow: Tommy Ryan 0-4 (2f, 1’65’ 1’sl’), Darah Buckley 0-1. Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Eddie Hayden, Wayne
Hutchinson, Ian Kenny; Harley Barnes, Philip Mahony, David Sullivan; Shane O’Sullivan, Billy O’Keeffe; Barry O’Sullivan, Pauric Mahony, Conor Power; Peter Hogan, Brian O’Sullivan, Tim O’Sullivan. Subs: Conor Sheehan for Billy O’Keeffe (inj), David Walsh for Tim O’Sullivan. Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Mark O’Brien, David O’Brien, Darragh Mulcahy; Bob McCarthy, Jordan Henley, Jake Beecher; Kieran Geary, Ian Beecher; Robbie Geary, Evan Sheehan, Thomas Daly; Thomas Ryan, Jake Neville, Darah Buckley. Subs: Eoin Condon for Ian Beecher, Rob Beecher for Darragh Mulcahy, Paul O’Brien for Thomas Daly. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin).
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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Dungarvan’s second half display wins local derby JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Dungarvan's Liam Ryan with the sliotar against Abbeyside's Maurice Power during Round 1 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling Championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Dungarvan …………………2-19; Abbeyside ………………...…0-8. AFTER a moderate first half display by both teams, Dungarvan upped their game considerably on the restart to deservingly win this local derby senior hurling championship first round game at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening. An attendance that paid €3,881 witnessed both teams shoot eight wides each in the first moiety and the windy conditions couldn’t be blamed for all of these, perhaps, rather the early tension that such a local derby brings. Abbeyside in particular will rue their early wides as they shot six of them in the first nine minutes at a stage in the match when Dungarvan had not settled at all and were not making use of the wind at their backs. Abbeyside won the toss and elected to play against the wind. The tension was obvious from the throw-in and the ball didn’t move for all of 37 seconds and the end of which Darragh Lyons, who played out of his skin throughout, received a yellow card. However, after this, while the game was always fiercely contested the concentration of both sets of players was on the ball as this eagerly awaited derby match developed. Abbeyside looked very good early on and they deservingly led by 0-2 to 0-0 after ten minutes via points from Mark Fercombe (f) and midfielder John Elsted. Before this both teams spurned a goal chance each but when Liam Ryan and
Colm Curran combined to send a very much in form Ryan Donnolly in on goal in the 11th minute, the resultant green flag had a very definite settling effect on the Blues. Liam Ryan and Colm Curran both pointed one minute later while David Collins picked up a yellow card for a high but innocuous challenge on the Blues keeper Darren Duggan. Cormac Curran pointed a 16th minute free as the tally of wides rose on both sides while sub Neil Montgomery, just introduced for the injured Sean Daly brought a terrific save out of Darren Duggan, it keeping the initiative with the town team. In the 20th minute, James O’Mahony was the third player to receive yellow but Cormac Curran was wide with the resultant free. Darragh Lyons and Curran combined well to provide Jamie Nagle with a well taken score as the scoring remained relatively low at 1-4 to 0-2. The last four scores of the half from the 24th minute onwards were an equal distribution from placed balls by Mark Ferncombe and Cormac Curran but the stand out stat of the half was that Abbeyside only scored once from play and that was back in the 10th minute by their midfielder Elsted. With the wind favouring Abbeyside, one would expect a much tighter contest in the second half than what transpired and it was Dungarvan who got the start that Abbeyside required. Gavin Crotty came very much into the game, he
pointed after just 23 seconds and then provided the sliotar for Cormac Curran, who fairly rattled the net two minutes later. Midfielder Cathal Curran scored the first of his four second half points in the 36th minute in what was a man of the match performance and then he and Richie Foley exchanged white flags but the Villagers wastefulness in front of the posts continued leaving Derek Lyons charges in control at 2-9 to 0-5 with 38 minutes played. Dungarvan really upped their performance from this time on as their crisp hurling and forceful play resulted in six unanswered points via Cormac Curran, 0-2f, Cathal Curran, 0-2, Gavin Crotty and Liam Ryan, 2-15 to 0-5 and 48 minutes played. The remainder of the game was evenly played out on the scoreboard. Colm Curran, Cormac Curran (2f) and Liam Ryan raised white flags for the winners, Mark Ferncombe, 0-2 (1f) and Richie Foley replied for the Village while the two last yellow cards were awarded to Gavin Crotty and Sean O’Hare. Nobody could have anticipated such a scoreline on the recent championship games between both clubs. Abbeyside are much better than their performance here while Dungarvan will be only too aware in the high standard championship that it is, that one swallow doesn’t make a Summer. Their next two fixtures are
against De La Salle and Ballygunner and these games will be a true test of their current well being. Abbeyside should have too much in the tank for Tallow if they have learned from the same fixture in 2016 and if they can rediscover the form they showed against Ballygunner last year, then they will be a match for any side. This week’s Games. Friday, April 21st: Dungarvan v D La Salle in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. Sunday, April 23rd: Abbeyside v Tallow in Fraher Field at 7 p.m. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Cathal Curran, Darragh Lyons, Cormac Curran. Abbeyside’s Top Three: Richie
Foley, Mark Ferncombe, Darragh McGrath. Observer’s Man of the Match: Cathal Curran. Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 7. Abbeyside 3. Scores from Play: Dungarvan 2-12; Abbeyside 0-4. Frees For: Dungarvan 14. Abbeyside 12. Wides: Dungarvan 12. Abbeyside 13. Score of the Match: Ryan Donnolly’s 11th minute goal engineered by Liam Ryan and Colm Curran and executed by Ryan Donnolly. Scorers – Dungarvan: Cormac Curran 1-7 (7f), Cathal Curran 0-4, Ryan Donnolly 1-0, Liam Ryan 0-3, Colm Curran and Gavin Crotty 0-2 eachJamie Nagle 0-1.
Abbeyside: Mark Fercombe 0-5(4f), Richie Foley 0-2, John Elsted 0-1. Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Conor Sheridan, Aaron Donnolly; Kieran Power, Jamie Nagle, Michael Kiely; Cathal Curran, Darragh Lyons; Gavin Crotty, Colm Curran, Liam Ryan; Ryan Donnolly, Cormac Curran, Jack Lacey. Sub: Sean Crotty for Jack Lacey (ht). Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Darragh McGrath, Sean O Hare, Evan Collins; Maurice Power, James O’Mahony, Michael O’Halloran; Richie Foley, John Elsted; David Collins, Mark Ferncombe, Neil Montgomery; Patrick Hurney, Tiernan Murray, Sean Daly. Sub: Shane Crotty for Sean Daly, (inj. 18). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).
Abbeyside v Dungarvan Local Derbies ABBEYSIDE and Dungarvan have met in only a handful of senior hurling championship games over the years. Not being drawn against one another and both not being in the senior grade at the same time are reasons they have not crossed hurleys too often. Originally, they met three times in the 1950’s, Abbeyside winning into 1952 and in 1955 and Dungarvan in 1951. The villagers beat the Blues after the latter were promoted to senior ranks in 1979 and in the very recent years there has been little or nothing between the sides. It has been all of 66 years so, subject to correction since Dungarvan has beaten Abbeyside in the senior hurling championship as the Dungarvan Club history book indicates. ‘’Our senior hurlers did very well to reach the county final in 1951. Once again Tom Curran dis-
played his goal scoring ability with two green flags to his name in our defeat of Abbeyside by 4-3 to 1-3. Mickey Wade and Jackie Goode were all other goal scorers while “the shining star of the Dungarvan team was undoubtedly their captain Willie Barron who for a veteran showed no signs of the strenuous game he played at the final whistle”. We went on to beat Avonmore by 6-10 to 2-3 but we were on the wrong side of a 7-8 to 0-9 scoreline in the county final against Mt. Sion as our forwards “failed to break down the Mt. Sion defence. Barron and Goode played like Trojans and Tobin, Morrissey and Cunningham also caught the eye”. Dungarvan: M. Hogan; Tom Curran, Liam Crotty, Tom Tobin; Michael Kelly, Willie Barron, Gary Morrissey; Peenie O’Donnell, Tom Cunningham; Ned Phelan, Jackie Goode, Austin Hallahan; Percy Butler, Mickey Wade, Paul Lannon. Subs: P. McGrath, Tomsie Dee.
De La Salle have too much in the tank for Ballyduff De La Salle ....................................... 0-21; Ballyduff ........................................... 1-13. THERE was no surprise in the first game at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon when an under strength winner’s team still proved too strong for a Ballyduff outfit that played without any real conviction. The winners strted without Stephen Daniels, Jake Dillon and Shane McNulty. Playing against the resident strong breeze at the venue over the weekend, DLS led by 0-13 to 1-6 at the short whistle and but for a goal from a melee by Kevin Casey in the 20th minute, the game may well have been over as a contest at this point. Atmosphere was absent for this encounter initiated by three unanswered scores via Kevin Moran, Jack Fagan and a very much in form John Mullane inside
three minutes. Mikey Kearney was Ballyduff’s main scorer and main hope of a score and a brace of points from a variety of placed balls and a Seamus Hannon score after good lead up play by Oran Leamy and Jamie Kearney had the sides level with twelve minutes on the clock. In fairness to Ballyduff, they kept in touch for most of the second half and were level at 0-8 to 1-5 with 22 minutes played. Ballyduff’s centre back Shane Kearney was one of the best players afield and his long range point in the 12th minute gave his team the lead for the only time in the game. John Mullane was also in fine fettle and he belied the autumn of his career with four top notch first half scores from play. Jack Fagan was also a threat in front of the posts while Shane
Ryan popped over the final 0-5 of the first half, four of them from frees. Scorers for Ballyduff were a rarity with Eoin O ‘Brien the only other worker of the scoreboard besides the two Kearneys. De La Salle were in dominant control of the second half and yet only won out by 0-5. Shane Ryan was their top scorer in this moiety as well with 0-3 (2f) to his credit while Eddie Meaney, Dylan Foley, Eoin Madigan, Dylan Foley and Fagan again also put their names in front of scores. The biggest lead the winners enjoyed was 0-7 in the 48th minute at 0-20 to 1-10 and credit Ballyduff, they picked off 0-7 in this half with scores by Mikey Kearney, 0-5 (3f, 1’65’), Eoghan Murray and Jamie Kearney. The winners shot a dozen wides in total but they showed that they will be a
force to reckon with in the race for the championship title this year. On the other hand, Ballyduff will be striving for a win sooner rather than later so as to avoid being dragged into the fight for survival zone. This Friday De La Salle will play Dungarvan in the Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. while Ballyduff face another daunting task against Ballygunner on Saturday at the same venue and at the same time. DLS Top Three: John Mullane, Shane Ryan, Ian Flynn. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Mikey Kearney, Shane Kearney, David Walsh. Observer’s Man of the Match: John Mullane. Number of Scorers: DLS 7. Ballyduff 7. Scores from Play: DLS 0-15. Ballyduff 1-8. Score of the Match: Dylan Foley’s 59th minute point from play by DLS. Scorers – DLS: Shane Ryan 0-8 (6f), John
Mullane 0-4, Jack Fagan 0-3, Eddie Meaney and Dylan Foley 0-2 each, Kevin Moran and Eoin Madigan 0-1 each. Ballyduff: Mikey Kearney 0-8 (3f, 2’65’), Kevin Casey 1-0, Seamus Hannon, Shane Kearney, Eoin O’Brien, Eoghan Murray and Jamie Kearney 0-1 each. De La Salle: Shaun O’Brien; Paddy Kennedy, Ian Flynn, Michael Doherty; Stephen Dalton, Kevin Moran, David Greene; Tom Moran, Eddie Barrett; Jack Fagan, Dylan Foley, Eddie Meaney; Shane Ryan, Eoin Madigan, John Mullane. Subs: Shane McNulty for Kevin Moran (38), Adam Farrell for Eddie Meaney (52). Ballyduff: David Walsh; Cian Leamy, Shane Hannon, Adam Feeney; Conor Murray, Shane Kearney, Michael Kearney; Seamus Hannon, Eoghan Murray; Eoin Scanlon, Mikey Kearney, Jamie Kearney; Eoin O’Brien, Andrew Casey, Kevin Casey. Sub: Tom Feeney for Cian Leamy (49). Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Flying Fourmilewater beat Mount Sion again JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Fourmilewater's Conor Gleeson controls the sliotar ahead of Mt. Sion's Stephen Roche during Round 1 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling championship in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Fourmilewater …………….. 0-23; Mt. Sion ……………………. 1-13. FOURMILEWATER confirmed their recent dominance over Mt. Sion at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening with an impressive pillar to post victory and one which was richly deserved. One would have expected a greater challenge from the Monastery club but they were unimpressive to say the least and they will have to improve 100% if they are going to atone for last year’s derby defeat when they play Roanmore in Walsh Park this Sunday at 3.30 p.m. On the other hand, Fourmilewater will enter the Lismore game on a high as they looked very much championship contenders here. Their hurling was crisp and they produced two more promising wielders of the caman at this level in Dylan Guiry, especially in the first moiety, and current county minor Tom Barron, younger brother of Jamie, who belied his young years with a terrific performance around the middle of the field.
‘Sion had Austin Gleeson on board and he played his best game in recent championships for his club but he couldn’t alter the trend of this contest despite scoring 0-5, including a sideline in the 27th minute against the strong breeze and allowing for it by swinging the sliotar inwards, a joy to witness. However, in the nuts and bolts of the game, there was no denying the westerners control. Wind assisted, they led by 0-13 to 0-5 at the break and they were worthy of such a lead. In front of an attendance that paid €3,331 for this championship opener double header, Jamie Barron, back from a rib injury, opened the scoring after just 46 seconds with a pointed free. Austin Gleeson replied with his first of five in a period of time where Shane Walsh impressed with a brace of scores from play as did Dylan Guiry, and even more so, with three splendid points from play and one from a placed ball, 0-7 to 0-2 at the end of the first quarter. A brace of Martin O’Neill pointed frees tried to keep ‘Sion in touch but
Fourmile were a class apart and further points by Conor Gleeson, 0-3, Jamie Barron 0-2f, and his first from play by brother Tom, had the winners very much in control. They led at the short whistle at 0-13 to 0-5 and it could and should have been by more as they shot four wides in succession between the 10th and 14th minutes. Conscious of the way the first game turned out after the break and the Lazarus type comeback by Lismore, the attendance was glued to this one but ‘Sion flattered to deceive. Conscious of their predicament, they introduced three subs at the break and cut Fourmile’s advantage to 0-15 to 0-12 by the end of the third quarter. But the Ballymac side proved that it wasn’t the wind that was the main factor at the Shandon venue last Saturday evening and they outhurled the city side by 0-8 to 1-1 in the final quarter. Mt. Sion’s played their best hurling in that third quarter, confining the winners to just two scores, a pointed free by Jamie Barron after just 30 seconds and a fourth Conor
Gleeson point from a Shane Walsh pass a few minutes later, 0-15 to 05. ‘Sion put a stop to their gallop, though, with seven scores on the trot in a similar number of minutes via Austin Gleeson, 0-2, Martin O’Neill 0-4 (2f) and their new signing, Donal Power, grandson of club and county legend Seamus, and who played with Passage up to this year, 0-15 to 0-12. Jamie Barron settled the winners and stopped the rot with a 49th minute pointed free, their first score in all of 12 minutes, and more followed and normal service resumed with Barron, again, 51 minutes and Conor Gleeson 52, opening a 0-6 lead. Austin Gleeson pointed in the 53rd minute but the youngster Tom Barrron was exceptional in this period, capping a superb display with a point in the 57th minute after a fine Seamus Lawlor score. Conor Glesson struck a contender for score of the match and wing back Diarmuid Murphy got in on the act with an impressive white flag, 0-22 to 0-13.
‘Sion put a better look on the scoreboard when Stephen Roche was lightning fast to bury a John Dee sideline delivery to the net in the 61st minute but it was Tom Barron who had the final say when he rifled over his third point of the game in the 64th and penultimate minute. Austin Glesson had a spectacular effort at a goal at the death but it was the workmanlike performance of all the Fourmile team that won the game here and the opposition also shot nine second half wides. Fourmile are back to the same venue this Saturday evening at 6 pm to take on high scoring Lismore that will be another senior championship outing to wet the appetite. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Conor Gleeson, Tom Barron Shane Ryan. Mt. Sion’s Top Three: Austin Gleeson, Peter Penkert, Michael Gaffney. Observer’s Man of the Match: Conor Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Fourmilewater 7. Mount Sion 4. Scores From Play: Fourmilewater 0-16. Mt. Sion 1-6. Frees For: Fourmilewater 12. Mt.
Sion 14. Wides: Fourmilewater 9. Mt. Sion 13. Score of the Match: Austin Gleeson’s 27th minute sideline point for Mt. Sion. Scorers – Fourmilewater: Conor Gleeson 0-6, Jamie Barron 0-6f, Dylan Guiry 0-4 (1f), Tom Barron 0-3, Shane Walsh 0-2, Seamus Lalwor and Diarmuid Murphy 0-1 each. Mt. Sion: Martin O’Neill 0-7 (6f), Austin Gleeson 0-5 (1’sl’), Stephen Roche 1-0, Donal Power 0-1. Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan; Diarmuid Ryan, Tom O’Gorman, Justin Walsh; Tom Barron, James McGrath, Diarmuid Murphy; Jamie Barron, Conor Gleeson; Seamus Lawlor, Kenny Brazil, Dylan Guiry; Shane Ryan, Craig Guiry, Shane Walsh. Maurice OGorman for Kenny Brazil (50). Mount Sion: Iggy O’Regan; Mark Hoban, Aaron Coady, Ben Flanagan; John Dee, Peter Penkert, Donal Power; Austin Gleeson, Owen Whelan; Mickey Daykin, Stephen Roche, Martin O’Neill; John Kennedy, Richie Roche, Jordan Broaders. Subs: Michael Gaffney for Mickey Daykin, Stephen O’Neill for Mark Hoban, Ross O’Keeffe for Richie Roche, (All h/t), Evan McGrtah for Jordan Broaders (54). Referee: Alan Kissane (Portlaw).
JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Hurling Championship
Costly win for Roanmore Roanmore …………………1-17; Portlaw ………………….….1-12. ROANMORE and Portlaw got the 2017 county senior hurling championship underway in Walsh Park last Saturday afternoon. As expected an ever improving city outfit came out on top but with Gavin O’Brien picking up a straight red card and Billy Nolan receiving an injury, it will be worrying times for the sky blues this week ahead of their local derby game with Mount Sion. Last Saturday’s game was, in part a placed ball duel between Billy Nolan and D. J. Foran while the goals were scored by Paul O’Sullivan from Roanmore with a flick on a Eoin Madigan pass in the 25th minute and a goal by Foran for Portlaw on the call of half time just after Gavin O’Brien was redcarded.
The fixtures for both clubs this week are as follows: Sunday, April 23rd in Walsh Park: Passage v Portlaw at 2 p.m. Mt. Sion v Roanmore at 3.30 pm. Scorers – Roanmore: Billy Nolan 0-6 (4Fs,1’65’) , Paul O’Sullivan 1-2, Emmet O’Toole 0-5 (1F), Darren Reidy and Daniel Murphy 0-2 each. Portlaw: D. J. Foran 1-6 (1-5Fs), Tommy McGrath 0-3, Niall Fitzgerald, Jack Walsh and Frank Galvin 0-1 each. Roanmore: David Barrett, Tony O’Brien, Shane Mackey, Chris Dempsey, Ray Connolly, Gavin O’Brien, Stephen Grant, Frank McGrath, Dean Reidy, Daniel Murphy, Eoin Madigan, Billy Nolan, Emmet O’Toole, Paul O’Sullivan, Shane Nolan. Subs: Colm Burke for Grant (32), Eamonn Power for S. Nolan (41), Dale Hayes for B. Nolan (51). Portlaw: Luke Power, Gary Morahan, Shane Foran, Peter Boylan, Michael Donnelly, Jack Walsh, Chris Mackey, Niall Fitzgerald, Frank Galvin, Blake O’Connor, Darren Rockett, D. J.
Foran, Craig Fraher, Shane Power, Tommy McGrath. Subs: Brian Coffey for Power (39),
Denis O’Connor for Fraher (55). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Passage).
JJ KAVANAGH & SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP A Ballygunner Dungarvan De La Salle Ballyduff Upr. Abbeyside Tallow
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Jason Dee and Emer Barry enjoying the Kilrossanty Social.
[Will Cusack]
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Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship
Creditable Minor Footballers comeback denied Limerick ……………………. 1-10; Waterford …………………….0-9. TRAILING by 0-7 to 0-2 at the short whistle and a man down after the contentious sending off of Rathgormack’s Billy Power in the first moiety, the county’s minor footballers took the game to the home side and favourites in a second half that they won by 0-7 to 1-1-3. The defining score of this first round Munster championship game at the Gaelic Grounds in Ennis was a late goal from by Calvin Moran from a quickly taken free and though Waterford tried to respond, their claim for a penalty was ignored. In fact, Limerick got the rub of the green in the refereeing decisions throughout and though the visitors lost out, they performed very well and proved that it is against teams such as their
hosts that they should be pitted against in the early stages of a Munster championship and not the likes of Kerry and Cork. Have no doubt, the players and their mentors left the Gaelic Grounds with some encouragement for their next outing against Clare, the opposite in the extreme to leaving the Fraher Field after playing Cork in the under 17 competition one week previously. However, confidence wasn’t in the team’s first half performance as Limerick dominated and could have been further ahead at the break than 0-5. In fact, Waterford opened the scoring via a Seán Whelan-Barrett free before Limerick captain Karl Moloney replied. With the breeze behind them, the Shannonsiders were in control but, wasteful shoot-
ing ensured they didn’t take the lead until the end of the first quarter. Limerick owned the second quarter and points from such as Niall McAuliffe (f), Seán Ryan and Noel Callanan earned them their interval lead against an opposition now reduced to fourteen players. Ten minutes into the second half, Limerick had increased their lead to six points at 0-9 to 0-3 but Waterford found a new lease of life on the 40 minute mark and playing a lovely brand of football they hauled in the winners point by point. When Sean Whelan-Barrett lofted over a pointed free Waterford’s play assumed confidence and they were very unfortunate when an effort by Tom Barron went over than under the crossbar. In control now i lar na pairce,
Limerick’s lead was reduced to the minimum at 0-10 to 0-9, 0-2 to 0-7 in the half but the green flag that the Deise boys’ final quarter efforts deserved was agonisingly denied by Cian Walsh in the home goal from a fine effort by Sean Whelan Barrett. Waterford looked like they were going to upset the form book but a Limerick move earned a close-in free and when it was taken quickly to Calvin Moran, the only green flag of the hour was raised and Limerick secured advancement to the next round. There is little time for Waterford to reorganise as they travel to Ennis this Wednesday evening, April 19th to play a Clare team that were beaten by Kerry by 2-16 to 16 and the winners of this game will have home venue against
Tipperary the following Wednesday, the 26th of April. Scorers for Limerick: N. Callanan 0-3, Calvin Moran 1-0, S. Ryan, N. McAuliffe (1f), R. O’Brien (2f) 0-2 each, K. Moloney 0-1. Scorers for Waterford: S. WhelanBarrett 0-3 (3f), M. Twomey (2f), T. Barron (1f) 0-2 each, D. O’Keeffe, B. Lynch 0-1 each. Limerick: C. Walsh; M. Quinlan, E. Burke, C. Ferris; P. Power, J. Fitzgerald, J. Cummins; K. Moloney, L. Kennedy; B. Coleman, N. Callanan, R. O’Brien; D. Burke, S. Ryan, Colm Moran. Subs: N. McAuliffe for Colm Moran (inj 5), P. Collins for N. McAuliffe (35), Calvin Moran for S. Ryan (40), A. Costelloe for B. Coleman (52). Waterford: A. Beresford; M Horgan, S. Ahern, D. Cullinane; S. Murphy-Nix, M. Twomey, C. Kilgannon; M. Devine, C. Cullinane; B. Power, D. Booth, S Whelan-Barrett; S. Curry, D. O’Keeffe, T. Barron. Subs: B. Lynch for D. Booth (38), D. Montgomery for S. Curry (46),
Sean Whelan Barrett, scored 0-3 for Waterford minor footballers. J. Walsh for D. O’Keeffe (54). Referee: D. Grogan (Tipperary).
Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship
Modeligo edge hard fought battle Modeligo ……………………1-14; Ballinameela ……………… 0-13. THE Western Board’s purple ribbon championship, the intermediate hurling, got off to a flying start at the Fraher Field on Good Friday evening when favourites for the game, Modeligo, and Ballinameela fought out an uncompromising hour’s hurling before the winner’s experience in the grade earned them the two valuable championship points. The contention of not playing matches on Good Friday evening was raised at the game and this could have been easily avoided. It was the only fixture listed, the County Board had a free evening and the Bank Holiday weekend was long enough to accommodate this game. Some Gaels, who have given an awful lot to the sport have strong religious beliefs and this can be respected without too much upheaval. Ballinameela were certainly up for this one and they showed an aggression that one would not normally associate with them. They performed very well here despite the absence of Jim and Tom
Curran, Brian Phelan and Jason Morrissey and they can look forward to their next outing with a certain amount of confidence. Sean Daly’s charges led by 0-7 to 0-2 after 14 minutes and deservingly so with their centre forward Brendan Phelan giving a man of the match performance. Phelan, one of four brothers in action, looked county material and the least he should get is a run out in the forthcoming inaugural Munster under 25 championship with the Deise. Jamie Troy (f) and newcomer Gavin Dalton, who fared quite well, had the winners ahead by 0-2 to 00 inside five minutes but they were not to score again for the rest of the quarter as Ballinameela played their best hurling and streaked into an 0-5 lead. Brendan Phelan was the main talisman with 0-5 from play with contributions also by Micheal Culloo and Paul Curran. Nothing was going right for Modeligo at this stage, their short puck-outs were being punished in the ultimate manner, Pa O’Donovan was guilty of some bad wides while his earlier goal effort
into the country end was well saved by Donagh Looby, who played a blinder throughout. Ballinameela had done all the hurling up to this but Modeligo crept back into contention with Jamie Troy leading the way, 0-3 (1f) followed by a score by Thomas Walsh from a Pa O’Donovan pass after Brendan Phelan pointed, 0-8 to 0-6 and 24 minutes on the clock. Brendan Phelan missed two scoreable frees nearing the end of the first moiety and when Shane Troy caught a high flight sliotar and finished with a score, there was only 0-1 the difference at the break at 0-9 to 0-8. The damning stat in the second half for Ballinameela was that wind assisted Modeligo won it by 1-6 to 0-4 with Tom Devine coming to life after he shifted a heavy tackle in front of the town end goal. Credit Ballinameela, they started the half well and 0-2 (1’ 65’) by Brendan Phelan had them ahead by 0-11 to 0-8 and looking good after 35 minutes of play. However, Modeligo made the changes that altered the trend of the game, Thomas Walsh was
moved to the half back line, Tom Devine up front and Pa O’Donovan was brought out to lar na pairce. Devine pointed a trade mark long distance point in the 40th minute and the ageless Pat Fitzgerald finished off a move by the county man and the ever reliable Sean O’Donovan to reduce their deficit to 0-11 to 0-10. Unfortunately, for Ballinameela, Brendan Phelan was realistically their lone scorer and his high catch and following point in the 43rd minute was a real contender for score of the match. The rest of the hour belonged to Tom Devine, though, as his interest in proceedings increased all the time and his 44th minute left legged kicked goal under all sorts of pressure gave James Murray’s charges the lead for the first time since the 5th minute, 1-10 to 0-12. Gavin Dalton brought a terrific save out of Donagh Looby, as good as we are likely to see this year, at the expense of a ‘65’ in the 46th minute, before Modeligo’s experience began to tell. They drove for home with points by Pa Walsh, Tom Devine and Jamie Troy (f) to
lead by 1-13 to 0-12 by the 53rd minute. The recently engaged Thomas Walsh rifled over his second score in the 57th minute, 1-14 to 0-13 with Ballinameela’s sole response in all of 16 minutes being a David Phelan pointed free at the end of normal time with a similar effort for a goal by him being well saved by a packed Modeligo defence in the last action in the 63rd minute. Next up for Modeligo is a date with the Brickeys in the Fraher Field this Sunday 23rd at 4 p.m. while Ballinameela have a bye until the following round of fixtures. Modeligo’s Top Three: Jamie Troy, Tom Devine, Pat Fitzgerald. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Brendan Phelan, David Phelan, Donagh Looby. Observer’s Man of the Match: Brendan Phelan. Number of Scorers: Modeligo 7. Ballinameela 4. Scores From Play: Modeligo 1-12. Ballinameela 0-9. Frees For: Modeligo 8. Ballinameela 12. Wides: Modeligo 17. Ballinameela 5. Score of the Match: Brendan Phelan’s snap shot point for Ballinameela in the 7th minute. Others to Shine: Modeligo: Sean
O’Donovan, Richie and John McGrath, Brian McCarthy, Rian Reddy, Thomas Walsh, Pa O’Donovan and Gavin Dalton. Ballinameela: Micheal Shine, Colin Walsh, Kevin Phelan, Lorcan and Kealon Looby and Paul Curran. Scorers – Modeligo: Tom Devine 1-2, Jamie Troy 0-5 (2f), Thomas Walsh and Pa O’Donovan 0-2 each, Gavin Dalton, Shane Troy and Pat Fitzgerald 0-1 each. Ballinameela: Brendan Phelan 0-10 (2f, 1’65’), Micheal Culloo, Paul Curran and David Phelan (f) 0-1 each. Modeligo: Cian O’Byrne; Richard McGrath, Brian McCarthy, Sean O’Donovan; John McGrath, Pat Fitzgerald, Tom Devine; Rian Reddy, Kieran McCarthy; Gavin Dalton, Pa O’Donovan, Pa Walsh; Thomas Walsh, Shane Troy, Jamie Troy. Ballinameela: Donagh Looby; Stevie McGrath, Lorcan Looby, Kealan Looby; Eamonn Walsh, David Phelan, Micheal Shine; Colin Walsh, Kevin Phelan; Paul Curran, Brendan Phelan, Mikey Phelan; Micheal Culloo, Ed Walsh, Cian Culloo. Subs: Aidan Browne for Cian Culloo (54), 18 for Colin Walsh (57). Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin). Ballinameela’s team on hand out was a bit of a mess with no numbers 17 and 18 listed, both of whom played and two number 15’s and two number 14’s listed.
Clashmore/Kinsalebeg victorious in Ardmore COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ………..2-14; Brickey Rangers ……….2-11. THIS opening round of the intermediate hurling championship took place at the Ardmore venue on Saturday evening and it did not disappoint the spectators who turned up to witness the exchanges. There was no quarter asked or given in this encounter where every ball was fought for as both teams went out to win to give them a good start to the campaign. At the end of a very enjoyable game the spoils went to Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg but only just as the Brickey Rangers made them fight every inch of the way. The winners got off to a flying start when a long range free from Tadhg De Burca, from all of eighty yards, dropped into the square and from the resultant scramble the ball just crossed the line for a goal to give them a dream start. Mark Shalloe opened Brickey's account with a point in the 4th minute and then both teams traded points from frees, Edmond O'Halloran for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg and the impressive Cormac Curran for the Brickey's. Edmond O'Halloran pointed again from a free in the 12th minute and
this was followed by a point from play by Darren Foley for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. In the next minute They struck for their second goal when Darren Foley finished the ball to the net and at this stage they led 2-3 to 0-2. Cormac Curran pointed a free for Brickey's in the 17th minute and this was followed by another point from play by Conor Morrissey. Conor McGrath then struck for a goal for Brickeys in the 26th minute and the game was in the melting pot then at 2-3 to 1-4. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg closed out the half with two further points by Brian O'Halloran from play and Tadhg De Burca from a free to leave the score 2-5 to 1-4 in Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s favour at the break. During the first half Brickeys lost Mark Shalloe to injury. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s Paul O'Connor opened the scoring in the second half with a point in the 33rd minute. Cormac Curran, free and Conor Phelan got the next two points for the Brickey Rangers and this was followed by two points for the winners, Brian O'Halloran and Edmond O'Halloran, free. The next two scores were points for Brickeyss Cormac Curran from a free and Cormac O'Grady. Two more points followed for Clashmore by
James O'Leary and Brian O'Halloran and when Cormac Curran scored two further points from frees the scores stood at 2-10 to 1-10 in Clashmore's favour with nine minutes left to play. It was in this period that Clashmore/Kinsalebeg added three points to only one for Brickeys with the 60 minutes played. There was three minutes of injury time and Clashmore tagged on another point from the influential Tadhg De Burca and with the last puck of the game Brickey's star man on the night Cormac Curran sent a rasper of a twenty metre free to the back of the Clashmore net to leave three points between the sides at the final whistle. Clashmore: M. McGrath, C. Bourke, J. Seward, A. O'Sullivan, S. Bourke, T. De Burca (1-2fs), R. Fitzgerald, D. Allen (0-1), E. O'Halloran (0-4, 0-3fs), C. O'Keeffe, J. O'Leary (0-1), B. O'Halloran (0-4), P. Prendergast, D. Foley (1-1), P. O'Connor (0-1). Subs. B. Lynch for A. O'Sullivan. Brickey Rangers: J. Kiely, M. Cummins, J. Cooney, C. Whelan, C. Shalloe, P. Walsh, S. Nugent, Cathal Curran, M. Shalloe (0-1), C. Barry, C. McGrath (1-0), C. Phelan (0-1), C. Morrissey (0-1), Cormac Curran (1-6, 0-6fs), C. O'Grady (0-1). Subs. T. Lynch for M. Shalloe, D. O'Donovan for C. Barry, D. Duggan (0-1) for C. O'Grady, J. Morrissey for Cathal Curran. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).
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WATERFORD COUNTY GAA BOARD RESULTS Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 1: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-14; Brickey Rangers 2-11 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship Group A: De La Salle 0-21; Ballyduff Upper 1-13 Dungarvan 2-19; Abbeyside 0-8 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship Group B: Roanmore 1-17; Portlaw 1-12 Fourmilewater 0-23; Mt. Sion 1-13 The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship: Ardmore 3-18; Colligan 2-15 St Mary's 1-17; Kilrossanty 0-16 City League U-11 H Division 2: Portlaw 4-6; Roanmore 0-1 St Molleran's 3-6; St Mary's Juvenile 4-2 Passage 5-7; Portlaw 2-4 City League U-11 H Division 3: Ballygunner 4-4; De La Salle 1-0 Ballygunner Red Team 15-7; St. Marys Juvenile 0-1 Sacred Heart 3-6; De La Salle 3-3 East U-14 F Division 2 & 3 Group A: Ferrybank W/O St Saviour's Clan na Gael 1-8; St Mary's Juvenile 2-3 East U-14 F Division 2 & 3 Group B: St Molleran's 7-8; Portlaw / Ballyduff 2-6 Féile A Football: Gaultier 3-8; Rathgormack 1-3 Féile B Football: Mt. Sion W/O The Nire Stradbally 5-11; Ferrybank 0-3 Tony Kirwan Tony Kirwan Eastern Football League: Kilmacthomas 0-10; St Saviour's 0-6 Bunmahon 2-8; Kill 0-11 West U-14 F Division 2 Lawlor's Hotel: Stradbally W/O Dungarvan -
Beth Carton is the February Winner of the Park Hotel Sports Star Award. Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel presents Beth Carton with the February Sports Star Award. Included are parents Marissa and Joey Carton and Kieran O'Connor, Adjudicator. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Camogie star Carton is latest Park Award newcomer WATERFORD camogie star, Beth Carton, is the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Star of the Month for February. The De La Salle forward was in sparkling form as she helped her college, University of Limerick, to the Ashbourne Cup title in Abbottstown with victory over UCC in the final. Later that month, Beth was a central figure as Waterford began their National Senior Camogie League campaign. n the opening round match against Wexford Beth scored 1-8 as the Déise lost out narrowly and a week later she scored 0-9 out of 0-11 as
Waterford secured a brilliant away win over Dublin. Beth is a real rising star of the sport of camogie and she was collecting her first Park Hotel Award and camogie's fourth in all. HONOURED “I'm absolutely honoured to receive this award, but I know I'm receiving it on behalf of the rest of the girls and it's all down to the progress that Waterford camogie has made in recent years,” said a delighted Beth.
MUNSTER CAMOGIE QUARTER-FINAL
Tipperary goal-power crushes Waterford Tipperary …………………...4-14; Waterford …………………..2-10. DESPITE making a blistering start, the Waterford seniors bowed out to Tipperary in an entertaining provincial quarter final at the WIT Arena on Saturday. Beth Carton rattled the visitors with an early goal as Ray O’Brien’s team raced into a four point lead. Two green flags in three minutes steadied Tipp however and they pushed on in the second half. The Premier scored 1-5 without reply during a clinical spell to progress to the last four. Orla O’Dwyer, Nicole Walsh and Caoimhe Maher drove them to a slightly flattering ten point win. Two weeks previous, Tipperary had twelve points to spare in the league but Waterford stuck with their opponents on this occasion. They are starting to perfect the possession game encouraged by management. Full forward Carton starred again with 2-7, including a stunning second goal. Niamh Rockett and Caithriona McGlone also foraged hard in attack all afternoon. Claire Whyte had a solid hour in the corner while midfielder Lorraine Bray covered plenty of ground. The hosts threatened an upset with a bright start. In the second minute, Aoife Landers found Carton from a free and her wicked shot carried too much force for Tipp keeper Caoimhe Bourke who couldn’t keep it out. Two Carton frees put Waterford 1-2 to 0-1 ahead after seven minutes. Nicole Walsh sent over three placed balls into the dressing room end. Lorraine Bray finished a move involving Aoife Landers and Niamh
Waterford’s Katriona McGlone solos away from Tipperary’s Aoife McGrath at the Waterford v Tipperary Munster Senior Camogie championship game on Saturday last in the WIT Arena at Carriganore. [Noel Browne Rockett to keep a goal between the sides. Tipperary levelled the match by the twentieth minute with points from Jenny Grace, Cait Devane and Orla O’Dwyer (1-3 to 0-6). The blue and gold fired in quick ball to Grace and O’Dwyer and that tactic reaped dividends. On 22 minutes, Waterford couldn’t clear a delivery from O’Dwyer and Grace whipped the loose ball home. Three minutes later, O’Dwyer soloed through the defence and fired the sliotar in at Brianna O’Regan’s near post (2-6 to 1-3). Waterford hit five wides but staged a recovery approaching half
time. Niamh Rockett struck a morale boosting point. Carton collected a crossfield pass on 27 minutes and weaved in and out of Tipp defenders before rifling to the roof of the net. A spectacular score. The guests had two to spare (2-7 to 25) as the sides turned for the dressing rooms. Walsh and Rockett traded points at the start of the second half. Waterford missed two further opportunities to edge closer. With the wind at their backs, Tipp capitalised and struck 1-5 in nine devastating minutes. Walsh and Ereena Fryday
notched two points each during this purple patch. Thirteen minutes from the end, Brianna O’Regan saved brilliantly from substitute Mairead Teehan but O’Dwyer followed up to claim her second goal of the afternoon. Trailing by ten, the home team fought back. Carton, Rockett and substitute Ciara Jackman were all upended and Cathal Egan flashed yellow cards to Ciannait Walsh and Mary Ryan. Carton popped over four frees to leave six between them entering injury time. A late tackle by Lorraine Bray earned her a yellow and Walsh converted the subsequent placed ball. In the second added minute, a long range Walsh attempt deceived O’Regan and the sliotar finished in the net. It gave a misleading look to the scoreboard in the corner of the pitch. Another competitive display from an improving Waterford provides encouragement for the summer. The Déise host Kilkenny in the first round of the All-Ireland championship on June 10. Scorers for Tipperary: Nicole Walsh 1-7 (6fs, 1 45’), Orla O’Dwyer 2-2, Jenny Grace 1-1, Ereena Fryday 0-2, Miriam Campion, Cait Devane 0-1 each. Scorers for Waterford: Beth Carton 2-7 (7fs), Niamh Rockett 0-2, Lorraine Bray 0-1. Tipperary: Caoimhe Bourke; Julie Anne Bourke, Anne Eviston, Emer Loughman; Aoife McGrath, Caoimhe Maher, Mary Ryan; Ereena Fryday, Teresa Ryan; Nicole Walsh, Mairead Eviston, Jenny Grace; Cait Devane, Orla O’Dwyer, Miriam Campion. Subs: Mairead Teehan for Mairead Eviston, Ciannait Walsh for Anne Eviston, Grace O’Brien for Campion, Ciardha Maher for O’Dwyer, Niamh Treacy for Grace.
Waterford: Brianna O’Regan; Emma Roche, Fiona Morrissey, Claire Whyte; Aoife Landers Shauna Kiernan, Iona Heffernan; Jenny McCarthy, Lorraine Bray; Valerie O’Brien, Niamh Rockett, Kate McMahon; Caithriona McGlone, Beth Carton, Becky Kavanagh. Subs: Sibeal Harney for Roche, Niamh Ahearne for O’Brien, Ciara Jackman for Heffernan, Marie Russell for Kavanagh. Referee: Cathal Egan (Cork).
GO GAMES The future looks bright for Waterford Camogie. Girls from Ferrybank, Gaultir and Portlaw proudly played during half time interval of Waterford seniors game versus Tipperary at WIT arena on Saturday, 15th April. Well done to all the girls and your mentors I’m sure your clubs and family are very proud of you all. EASTER CAMPS Well done to all the girls who attended Waterford Camogie Easter Camps run by our senior county players at St Saviours GAA grounds on Thursday and Friday last, the girls had a nice treat in store when Austin Gleeson visited on Friday morning. The camp concludes in the West next Tuesday and Wednesday 18th and 19th April from 10 to 1 p.m. at Abbeyside GAA grounds another surprise in hand for the girls in the West. Intermediate league Round 1 Results: Ferrybank 4-9; Butlerstown 4-5. An Rinn 3-10; Gailltir 2-7. Junior League Round 2: Tramore 1-8; Clonea 0-10 Dungarvan 3-13; Portlaw 2-1 FIXTURES Round two Intermediate fixtures Sunday, 23rd April An Rinn v Ferrybank Butlerstown v Gaultir Round three junior league Sunday,
23rd April: Dungarvan v Tallow Portlaw v Clonea Modeligo v Tramore Round three senior league Sunday, 23rd April: St’ Anne's v Gaultir De last Salle v Cappoquin Lismore – bye
ANNUAL FUNDRAISER Waterford Camogie are seeking your support for their Annual Fundraiser “Gone to the dogs” which will be held at Kilcohan Greyhound Track on Saturday, 27th May. At this time of year Waterford Camogie board and members draw upon and rely on local businesses and people to help keep Waterford camogie organisation going from strength to strength. Your continued support will benefit future generations to come as camogie establishes itself on equal footing with comparable sports In Ireland. Fundraisers like this continue to ensure the high standard of training and improvement within our organisation in all areas including player welfare, coaching and mentoring. Ensure the provision of essential equipment is provided to local clubs and develop new territories for clubs in rural venues. This promises to be a fun filled night with lots of prizes and novelty events on the night. Suitable for all the family so why not contact your local camogie club or any of below contacts for tickets. Cost for Adult €10; Cost for Family €20. Contact Elena Carmody 087 7379634 elenacarmody@gmail.com Or Ciara Langan 0868113531 waterfordcamogie0@gmail.com
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JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Hurling Championship
Senior Hurling Championship continues this weekend GROUP A Friday, April 21st: DE LA SALLE V DUNGARVAN in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. Saturday, April 22nd: BALLYGUNNER V BALLYDUFF in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. Sunday, April 23rd: TALLOW V ABBEYSIDE in Cappoquin at 7 p.m.
Naomh Chartaigh under 9 footballers who defeated Naomh Brid on Bank Holiday Monday.
GROUP B Saturday, April 22nd: LISMORE V FOURMILEWATER in Fraher Field at 6 p.m. Sunday, April 23rd: PASSAGE V PORTLAW in Walsh Park at 2 p.m. Sunday, April 23rd: ROANMORE V MT. SION in Walsh Park at 3.30 p.m.
AFTER Round 1 last week, Abbeyside will be favourites to beat a struggling Tallow in the Fraher Field as will Ballygunner against Ballyduff at the same venue. Both DLS and Dungarvan had good wins last Sunday and with county players Stephen Daniels, Jake Dillon and Shane McNulty set to return for this one, the city side will be slight favourites to come out on top
Dungarvan GAA Club under 8s at training recently.
Waterford Under 17 Hurlers qualify for final UNDER age hurling in Waterford received a shot in the arm last Bank Holiday Monday when our under 17 team beat Clare away from home by 2-16 to 0-14 in the semi-final of the special Munster Competition, being organised because of the change in the minor age group next year. The score at half-time was Waterford 1-11; Clare 0-8. We will now play either Cork or
Dungarvan GAA Club under 10s at training. Now that the cherry blossom has come along with the swallows it is great to see the u-8s and u-10s out on the wide open spaces of Clogherane. With footballs and sliotars flying in all different directions and the best of Goodyear getting walloped it is great to see such honest endeavour.
Tipperary in the (Munster) final at a Waterford venue on this Tuesday, April 25th. Waterford Under 17 Hurling Team that beat Clare Monday. Niall Power (Dunhill); Conor Ryan (Roanmore), Meldan O’Dwyer (Abbeyside), Fionnan Hickey (Ballyduff); Tadhg Foley (Ballygunner), Sam Flynn, (DLS), Luke O’Brien (Mt. Sion); Neil O’Sullivan (Ferrybank), Iarlaith Daly
(St. Carthages); John Devine (Dungarvan), Ciaran Power (Clonea), Kyle Bennett (St. Carthages); Cormac Power (Ballygunner), Dylan Finn (DLS), Alan Kirwan (Mt. Sion). Substitutes: Brian Cooke for Dylan Finn, Liam O’Brien for Neil O’Sullivan, Kevin Hennessy for Kyle Bennett, James Riordan for Cormac Power, Jack Troy for Alan Kirwan.
Electric Ireland Munster Minor Football Championship play-off WATERFORD V CLARE in Cusack Park Ennis Wednesday, April 18th at 6.30 p.m.
Nire/Fourmilewater U-10's who travelled to Carriganore recently to take part in the Go Games blitz.
here. In Group B, the stand out game is Lismore v Fourmilewater. Consistancy will be the aim of Lismore who will find Fourmile a hard nut to crack but after last Saturday’s second half fireworks, anything is possible. Fourmilewater were very impressive in their demolition of Mt. Sion and they will be favourites to
continue their winning ways here. Passage should have the beatings of Portlaw yet the tannery town outfit performed well enough against Roanmore, going under by just 0-5 in the end. The city derby between Roanmore and Mt. Sion always proves mouth-watering. ‘Sion are usually favourites but Roanmore have had the better of thing in recent times. If Gavin O’Brien (suspended) and Billy Nolan (injured), were playing for Roanmore, one could opt for them with some degree of confidence but with a response from Mount Sion to their poor display against Fourmilewater expected, then the Monastery men may turn the table on their old rivals this time round. Unfortunately, after these games the championship enters its summer estivation instead of carrying on and giving the county players a ten-day break from club matches before Munster championship games.
WATERFORD beaten by Limerick and Clare defeated by Kerry will meet in a play off game this evening Wednesday with the winners having home advantage against Tipperary the following. Taking that Kerry beat Clare by 2-16 to 1-6 and that if we were playing Kerry, it would be a cricket score against us, then the Banner county must be the hottest of favourites in Cusack Park. Having said that we played well against Limerick last week before losing out by 1-10 to 0-9 and if we can rise to the challenge again for longer in the game, then we did in
round 1, we may do better than generally expected. Named last Monday evening, the Waterford team shows one change from last week with Ballinacourty’s Tom Looby coming in for the out of bounds Billy Power and is as follows: Aaron Beresford (Ballinacourty); Michael Horgan (Colligan), Dale Cullinane (Gaultier), Sam Murphy Nix (Colligan); Mark Twomey (Ballinacourty), Shane Ahern (Ballinacourty), Conor Kilgannon (Gaultier); Mick Devine (Dungarvan), Conor Cullinane (Gaultier); Tom Looby (Ballinacourty), Dan Booth (Colligan), Sean Whelan-Barrett (Ballinacourty); Stephen Curry (Rathgormack), Darragh O’Keeffe (Gaultier), Tom Barron (Nire). The details on Clare from their game against Kerry are as follows: Scorers for Clare v Kerry: G.
Cahill (1-0), G. Cooney (0-3, 2 frees), D. Coughlan (0-2, 1 free), D. Ryan (0-1). Clare Team v Kerry: M. Lillis (Cooraclare); J. Sheedy (St. Breckans), J. O’Sullivan (Wolfe Tones), J. Miniter (Kilrush); F. Donnellan (Cooraclare), K. White (Inagh Kilnamona), C. McNeilis (Clondegad); D. Griffin (Eire Óg), P. Kelly (St. Breckans); S. Ruane (Ennistymon), C. O’Donoghue (Cooraclare), D. Ryan (Cratloe); G. Cooney (Kilmurry Ibrickane ), D. Coughlan (Corofin), G. Cahill (St. Joseph’s Doora Barefield). Subs: Rian Considine (Cratloe) for Ciaran O’Donoghue (38), A. McNamara (Ml. Cusack’s) for G. Cahill (48), C McMahon (Cratloe) for P. Kelly (50), A. O’Brien (St. Breckans) for K. White (55), R. O’Doherty (Ennistymon) for D. Griffin (58), R. Phelan (Kilrush) for D. Ryan (60).
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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(058) 45590 nicky@mckennacomputers.com FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER SATURAY, 3RD MAY, 1997 MUNSTER MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP
Tipperary’s late surge Tipperary 3-9; Waterford 1-12. DEFENDING All-Ireland champions Tipperary were put to the pin of their collars at Fermoy on Wednesday evening last by a well organised and very committed Waterford team who had played themselves into a two point lead with 55 minutes played. It was then in the final moments of this very exciting encounter that Tipperary came with a late late surge to score a goal and two points to advance to the Munster semi-final on an evening when at the very least Waterford deserved a share of the spoils. Here was another fine example of what a well prepared, properly organised, well disciplined and totally committed Waterford hurling team can achieve as each and every played wore the County jersey with pride. Tipperary, who shot a total of 18 wides over the hour, were happy to hear the final whistle here. Waterford playing into the country goal had first use of the breeze on a beautiful evening for hurling, with the Fermoy pitch in excellent condition and both teams served up a most exciting first half play. In that opening half Waterford more than held their own with the All-Ireland champions as Seamus Prendergast from Ardmore tacked on two points, while Harty Cup star James Murray drove over two marvellous long range points. The game took a dramatic turn in the 18th minute when Waterford were awarded a semi-penalty. Up stepped Pat Fitzgerald and the Naomh Brid player blasted the ball to the net after David Howard had been fouled (1-3 to 0-1). Waterford’s other first half points came from the
hurley of Pat Fitzgerald and at the interval Waterford led on a scoreline of (1-6 to 1-4). On the turn-over it was nip and tuck as both teams chased every puck of the ball with great spirit as Pat Fitzgerald quickly pointed to stretch Waterford’s lead. Then in the 33rd minute a neat Tipperary movement ended with Garry Coppinger set up by Donal Shelly, crashing the ball to the net to level the scores at (1-7 to 2-4). In the 57th minute disaster struck for Waterford when Tipperary substitute Seamus Butler was left “all alone” and he blasted the ball to net (3-7 to 1-12). While Willie Maher lofted over a point from a free in the 58th minute to put Tipperary two points clear and on the 6th minute Paddy O’Brien pointed a free to give the champions some slight breathing space. For Waterford, Modeligo’s Pat Fitzgerald grew in stature as the hour progressed and his was a mighty effort. Abbeyside’s John Paul Keohane excelled at left half back. Clonea’s Victor O’Shea, Mount Sion’s Paul Hammond, Tallow’s James Murray, St. Saviour’s Nickey Jacob, Ardmore’s Seamus Prendergast and Lismore’s David Howard were others to impress in a fine team effort. Scorers for Tipperary: P. O’Brien 0-4 (0-3 frees), P. Kelly 1-2 (1-0 penalty), G. Coppinger, S. Butler 0-1 each. T. Fletcher, D. Fahey, W. Maher 0-1 each. Scorers for Waterford: P. Fitzgerald 1-4 (1-0 penalty, 02 frees), S. Prendergast, N. Jacob, J. Murray 0-2 each; B. Wall, R. Keane 0-1 each. Tipperary: E. Kelly; T. J. Maher, P. Maher, E. Fitzgerald; C. O’Shea, W. Maher, D. Maher; P. O’Brien, D. Fanning; D. Shelly, D. Faher, G. Coppinger; J. Ferncombe, P. Kelly, T. Fletcher. Subs: S. Butler for Fletcher; J. Keane for Ferncombe. Waterford: D. Power; P. Hammond, B. Carey, P. Murphy; J. O’Donovan, V. O’Shea, J. P. Keohane; A. Kirwan, J. Murray; P. Fitzgerald, N. Jacob, A. Heffernan; D. Howard, S. Prendergast, P. Keane. Sub: B. Wall for Kirwan. Referee: W. Horgan (Cork).
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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY WEST WATERFORD BORD NA nOG – NIRE CAPTURE DIVISION 2 UNDER 16 FOOTBALL TITLE Championship: West Waterford Bord na nOg under 16 Division 2 football championship. Venue: Fraher Field, Dungarvan. Date: Saturday, 27th April, 1997. Final Score: Nire 2-10; An Ghaeltacht 1-3. Tony Ryan; Michael O’Grady, Eamonn Morgan, Eoin Sheehan; Justin Walsh, Rory Rice, J. J. Moore; Ian Coffey, Roger McCarthy, Martin Walsh, Tom Doocey, Joseph Whelan; Derek Byrne, Denis O’Grady, Shane Walsh.
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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 11 Forecasts. 8 Correct 3 Incorrect. Success Rate: 73%. This Week’s Forecasts: Munster Minor Football Championship: Clare v (Waterford). County SHC: Ballygunner v (Ballyduff), Mt. Sion v (Roanmore) Fourmilewater v (Lismore). Abbeyside v (Tallow), DLS v (Dungarvan), Passage V (Portlaw). Western IHC: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v (An Rinn), Brickeys v (Modeligo), Ballysaggart v (Stradbally), Cappoquin v (Shamrocks). Western J’A’HC: Ardmore v (Geraldines), Tourin v (Kilrossanty), St. Marys v (Colligan). Western J’B’HC: Abbeyside v (Tallow), Ballyduff v (Dungarvan), Fourmilewater v (Lismore). Western J’C’HC: An Rinn v (Cappoquin), Brickeys v (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg), Kilgobinet v (Glen Rovers), Shamrocks v (Modeligo). To Date: 82 Forecasts. 53 Correct. 29 Incorrect. Success Rate: 65%.
Referee Paddy Smith (Shamrocks) pictured with team captains Richie Kiely (Colligan) and Declan Prendergast (Ardmore).
Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship
Ardmore start with a win Ardmore ……………………2-18; Colligan …………………….1-15. ARDMORE started their campaign to return to the Intermediate grade at the first time of asking with a hard earned win over Colligan at a resplendent looking Bushy Park last Saturday evening. There were a number of newcomers to the adult grade on show here, including Dan Booth, Michael Horgan and Sam Murphy Nix for Colligan and James Flavin for Ardmore. John Gartland made a return for
the seasiders and it is always good to see a player return from a lengthy injury. Freetakers David Gartland and Johnny Wall were in scoring form for their respective teams while the goal scorers for the winners were Tommy Power, Seamus Prendergast and James Flavin and Ross Browne and Ross Browne and Johnny Wall for Colligan. Ardmore: James O Donnell; Niall Hennessy, Declan Prendergast, Michael Cronin; Gavin Williams, Wayne Hennessy,
Richie Hennessy; Kenny Murphy, Seamus Keating; Stephen Keating, David Gartland, James Flavin; Tommy Power, Seamus Prendergast, John Gartland. Colligan: Dean McKenna; Ben Dunford, John Nick Fennell, Ray Bannon; Dan Booth, PJ Coffey, Michael Horgan; Ross Browne, Colin Dunford; Sam Murphy Nix, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan; John Wall, Fran Duggan, Richie Kiely. Referee: Paddy Smith (Shamrocks).
St. Mary’s come from behind to beat Kilrossanty St. Mary’s ………………..... 1-17; Kilrossanty ……………...... 0-16. KILROSSANTY started brightly in Colligan last Saturday evening and took the game to last year’s county finalists St. Mary’s with Paul Keating lofting over a point and Eoin Kerins responding with a free for St Mary's. Donal Fitzgerald took over proceedings and landed seven frees with Alan Quinn getting a great point. Brendan McGourty got a lovely point followed by Jason Sheehan and Kevin Sheehan to leave the half-time score 0-11 to 0-7 in Kilrossanty’s favour. Points were tit for tat in the second half with Kilrossanty at one
stage enjoying a five point lead. The all important score came with a great move that saw Jason Sheehan scoring a great goal with two further points added by Kevin Sheehan and then Jason Sheehan to leave the final scoreline St. Mary 1-17 to Kilrossanty 0-16. Though losing out here, Kilrossanty will be happy enough with their first game in the ‘A’ grade and they supplied the man of the match in Donal Fitzgerald who struck thirteen frees over the bar. The reigning champions will be glad of the win but in the knowledge that they will need to improve before they face higher rated opposition.
Kilrossanty: 1 Joey Veale; 2 Eoin Houlihan, 3 Killian Whelan, 4 James Whyte; 5 Emmet Doherty, 6 Niall Walsh, 7 Mikey Hassett; 8 Oscar De Paor, 9 Paul Whyte; 10 Alan Quinn, 11 Pa Whyte, 12 Donal Fitzgerald; 13 Will Brazil, 14 Michael Walsh, 15 Paul Keating. Sub; Jimmy Maher for Joey Veale (inj). St. Mary’s Touraneena: 1 JP Fitzgerald; 2 Ronan Gleeson, 3 Dennis Coffey, 4 Conor Tobin; 5 Gearoid Hallihan, 6, Dermot Tobin, 7 Owen Barron; 8 Sean Fitzpatrick, 9 Kevin Sheehan; 10 Jack Skehan, 11 Eoin Kerins; 12 Stephen Coffey; 13 Jason Sheehan, 14 Brendan McGourty, 15 Jack Power. Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).
WESTERN BOARD FIXTURES & RESULTS WESTERN BOARD FIXTURES Friday, 21st April Intermediate Hurling Championship Stradbally v Ballysaggart in Cappoquin at 7.00 pm Junior “C” Hurling Championship Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Brickey Rgs in Aglish at 7.00 pm Modeligo v Shamrocks in Ballyduff at 7.00 pm Kilgobinet v Melleray in Touraneena at 7.00 pm An Rinn v Cappoquin in Clashmore at 7.00 pm Saturday, 22nd April Junior “A” Hurling Championship Tourin v Kilrossanty in Colligan at 7.00 pm
Geraldines v Ardmore in Cappoquin at 5.30 pm St. Marys v Colligan in Cappoquin at 7.00 pm Junior “B” Hurling Championship Abbeyside v Tallow in Bushy Park at 7.00 pm Sunday, 23rd April Intermediate Hurling Championship Shamrocks v Cappoquin in Lismore at 1.30 pm An Rinn v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Fraher Field at 2.30 pm Modeligo v Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 4.00 pm Junior “B” Hurling Championship Dungarvan v Ballyduff Upper in Cappoquin at 11.30 am Lismore v Fourmilewater in Colligan at 12 noon
With Richie Power at the Kilrossanty Social were Kenny, John, P.J. and Eoin Houlihan
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Gaelic Jottings Western Board’s bumper fixtures list IT’S all hands on deck this coming weekend as regards the Western Board hurling championships as there are no less than 14 games down for decision, the most of them in the various junior grades as well as four important intermediate fixtures. The key game is the one involving the Brickeys in the intermediate hurling championship as following their initial loss to Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg last Saturday, they just can’t afford another slip up in Round 2. The problem is though that they are facing none other than Modeligo and they are always a hard nut to crack as Ballinameela found out last week although they played out of their skins against them. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg will be hoping to build on their win last week when they face An Rinn while Ballysaggart should have the measure of Stradbally and Cappoquin will be favourites in their first game down in the intermediate grade after spending two years in the senior championship. In Junior ‘A’ Ardmore, Tourin and St. Mary’s should collect the championship points against Geraldines, Kilrossanty and Colligan respectively but there is always a surprise result thrown into the weekend’s games. The second string senior hurling club sides are back in their own grade, called the Junior’B’ and Abbeyside and Fourmilewater should have the measure of Tallow and Lismore respectively. The closest game could be that between Ballyduff and Dungarvan. The Blues won the corresponding fixture last year but before this, it was the Reds all the way. The very popular junior ‘C’ hurling championship completes the fixture list and there will be new champions crowned this year as Kilrossanty are now plying their trade in the ‘A’ grade. In this nine team championship,last year’s beaten finalists are not listed for this weekend. See venues, dates and times of all fourteen games in the Western Board fixture list in this issue. Western IHC: Clashmore / Kinsalebeg v (An Rinn), Brickeys v (Modeligo), Ballysaggart v (Stradbally), Cappoquin v (Shamrocks). Western J’A’HC: Ardmore v (Geraldines), Tourin v (Kilrossanty), St. Marys v (Colligan). Western J’B’HC: Abbeyside v (Tallow), Ballyduff v (Dungarvan), Fourmilewater v (Lismore). Western J’C’HC: An Rinn v (Cappoquin), Brickeys v (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg), Kilgobinet v (Glen Rovers), Shamrocks v (Modeligo).
The Late Tom Doocey
Looking Back – Pictured is National GAA President Christy Cooney shaking hands with Tom Doocey, at the official opening of the Tourin/Ballinwillin GAA Centre. THE Tourin club lost one of its former heroes over the weekend with the announcement of the death of Tom Doocey. Tom belonged to a special
group of players who won the county junior hurling championship in 1949 and the following year beat the famous Mt. Sion team in the county senior hurling final. This was a huge achievement and it still ranks as one of the best achievements in the history of the GAA in Waterford. Tom’s brother Dick was also on these winning teams and indeed the Doocey family cup is played for each year for the Western junior football championship. Tom’s cousin, Liam was also one of the trail blazers in the Tourin team at this time. Unfortunately, with the passage of time and subject to correction, Dick and Liam Doocey are the only survivors from the 1950 championship winning side. The full line-out that beat Mt. Sion by 3-7 to 2-5 was as follows: Johnny McGrath, Danny Murray, Davy Walsh, ‘Haudles’ McGrath, Dick Doocey, Jack Fives, Liam Doocey, Johnny McCarthy, Jim Russell, Patie Ahearn, Tom Fives, Mick Regan, Tom Doocey, Mickey Murray, Jim Fives, Donnacha Murray, Tommy O’Donoghue, Neil Collender. The Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family and extended family of the late Tom Doocey at this very sad time for them.
‘’We’re in the Money’’ COUNTY Board officers were happy last Sunday evening when it was announced that the first round of the senior hurling championship featuring six games brought in over €11,000 and hopes are high that the €10,000 mark will be reached again this coming weekend for Round 2. Not surprisingly, the local derby game alone between Dungarvan and Abbeyside brought in an amount just short of €4,000.
Dan’s The Man THE SHANAHAN BROTHERS scored 6-9 between them as 2016 Munster intermediate champions Lismore staged a miraculous second half comeback to shock Passage at Fraher Field in the first round of the Waterford SHC on a scoreline of 6-13 to 3-19 last Saturday evening. Déise selector Dan, who turned 40 in January, bagged 4-1 as he tormented the Passage full back line. 2015 All Star Maurice sprung to life in that second period with 2-7 out of his 2-8 total. Dave Barry’s side trailed 3-13 to 1-3 at the break as Eoin Kelly, John Whitty and Thomas Connors all struck the Lismore net inside 16 minutes while Dan Shanahan got one back for Lismore on the quarter hour. Last year’s runners-up boasted seven scorers from play by the interval. Maurice Shanahan started the Lismore reprisal by lobbing Eddie Lynch two minutes after the restart. A minute later, he supplied the assist for older brother Dan to finish (3-13 to 3-3). Four Maurice points left them only five adrift after 43 minutes before Eoin Kelly stopped the rot from a free. But, the 2007 Hurler of the Year completed his hat-trick on the three quarter mark as he collected a Jack Prendergast cross. Two Maurice frees followed before Lismore hit the front when Dan forced a turnover and Jack Prendergast played in Maurice to strike the ball into the ground past Eddie Lynch (5-10 to 3-14). Kelly replied again for a shell-shocked Passage. With five minutes remaining, Dan fetched another high delivery and shuddered the roof of the net to send them six ahead (6-12 to 3-15). The black and amber survived a late flurry of Passage pressure with goalkeeper and captain Seanie Barry producing four
Dungarvan GAA Adult Club Sponsors Hallahan's Pharmacy presents new sets of jerseys to club officers, adult team management and players outside their premises in the Square last week. Left to right: Derek Lyons (Team Manager), Cormac Curran (player), Darragh Lyons (player), Pa Hallahan (sponsors), Jamie Hallahan (sponsor), Bobby Lyons (club chairman and selector), Jamie Nagle (player), Paddy Fitzgerald (club president).
saves, including an incredible double stop. Lismore clung on for a three-point win and the full time whistle was greeted by jubilant scenes.
Fitzgerald on fire Ken McGrath believes Davy Fitzgerald will regret his actions during Sunday’s Allianz Hurling League semi-final. The Wexford manager ran onto the pitch to get involved in a heated exchange with Tipperary's Jason Forde moments after Noel McGrath scored a contentious goal. Referee Diarmuid Kirwan took no action at the time, but Fitzgerald could be facing a retrospective ban. Speaking on RTE's League Sunday, McGrath - who served as a selector under Fitzgerald when he was Waterford manager - stated: "We all know he’s an unbelievably passionate man. He was probably aggrieved, it was a free at an important stage of the game. "He overstepped the mark being out on the pitch. "Thankfully, the players had common sense and it didn’t escalate. I’m sure sitting at home he probably regrets what he did, but that’s Davy. He wears his heart on his sleeve."I think the Wexford players got a lift from it, but it’s not what you want to see." A sideline ban could be in the offing for Davy Fitzgerald for entering the pitch. The Wexford manager said afterwards that he didn't regret the incident and was confident that he would escape punishment, but the fact that referee Diarmuid Kirwan took no action at the time leaves the door open for the CCCC to review the video and possibly impose a retrospective ban. Fitzgerald was in contravention of the rule which states that only a designated 'runner' can enter the playing area during the game. If a sideline ban is imposed, Fitzgerald would be banished to the stands for Wexford's Leinster SHC quarter-final against one of the round-robin qualifiers on the weekend of May 27/28. Forde could also be in hot water and will be anxious to avoid a suspension ahead of next Sunday's league final against Galway.
Home and Away WEXFORD was also in the news for the wrong reasons at local level last week when a game was abandoned by the
referee. The Wexford CCCC is set to launch an investigation into the reasons this. Shelmaliers and St. James were meeting in the Division 3B league when with ten minutes to go, it is alleged that a melee broke out.The match referee is believed to have been unable to restore calm and rightfully decided to abandon the game. The Wexford People reports that eye-witnesses stated that the initial fracas was between an official from both sides.A full investigation is set to be launched in order to find out who was at fault during the melee.
Coaches Positions for 2017 Waterford Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps APPLICATIONS are invited for positions as Coaches for the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2017. Applicants must currently be coaching in a club, school or County Development Squad. Coaches will be required to coach both Hurling and Gaelic Football to children aged 6-13 in camps. The following are the minimum criteria that all coaches must have before they will be considered for a position. Be 18 years of age by 1st July, 2017. Minimum GAA Foundation Coaching Course completed. If Award 1 completed please complete details below. GAA Garda Vetting Reference Number. Vetting number must be supplied. If Garda vetting has been applied for but not received please state when applied for. GAA/ISC Child Welfare Certificate Number. Cert number must be supplied Anyone who wishes to apply for position as a Coach in 2017 should download the attached form and email completed form to eoin.breathnach.gda.waterford@gaa.ie. Application forms will only be accepted by email. The closing date for applications is Friday 21st April, 2017 Standard Tax and PRSI rules will apply to all coaches. All successful coaches will be employees of Waterford Coaching & Games Development for the duration of the camps. All Coaches will be required to attend 2 training dates on 28th & 29th June 2017. Coaches will be required to be in attendance on both days. Further details will be provided to successful coaches once positions are
offered. Late applications or applications that do not meet the minimum criteria will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Hand on Heart Campaign THE Tipperary and Wexford hurlers asked supporters attending last Sunday's Allianz Hurling League semifinal in Nowlan Park to join them in placing their hands on heart during the playing of the national anthem to show their support for the 'Hand on Heart' campaign. The campaign highlights the current lack of 24/7 cardiac care within the south-east region and is calling on the government to install a second Cath lab at the University Hospital in Waterford with the provision of 24-hour cardiac care for the region. At present the south-east is the only region in the country that does not have a 24-hour service. The Cardiac Cath Lab at University Hospital Waterford (UHW) serves the south-east region, but only operates from Monday to Friday (9 am-5 pm). All other regions have 24/7 care and have access to more than one Cath lab; a permanent second Cath lab for UHW is needed to ensure the health and safety of the people of the south-east. High-profile hurling personalities such as Austin Gleeson, Brian Cody, Michael Ryan, Davy Fitzgerald and TJ Reid are lending their support to the campaign.
Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Classics Face Book page courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Munster Intermediate Hurling Semi Final between Waterford and Cork on Sunday, May 28th, 1967. ‘Inter Hurlers Beaten,’ ‘Cork Took Command in Second Half’ Cork 4-14; Waterford 3-9.
Scór Na Seachtaine AUSTIN Gleeson’s 27th minute sideline point for Mt. Sion in their first round senior hurling championship game at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening.
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Nire/Fourmilewater SENIOR HURLING Well done to our Senior hurlers who had an excellent 0-23 to 1-13 victory over Mount Sion last Saturday in the opening round of the County Senior Hurling Championship. Thank you to everyone who came along to support the team. Next Saturday we play our second match when we take on Lismore. Throw in Fraher Field is at 6 pm. Best of luck to Manager Benji Whelan, his entire back room team and all the players. Please come along and support the lads. JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior B hurlers begin their Western Championship next Sunday at noon in Colligan when they take on Lismore. Best of luck to manager Aidan Ryan and his team for the forthcoming season. BRAIN OF BALLYMAC QUIZ Congratulations to the Phelan family on retaining their Brain of Ballymacarbry title last Thursday night. Thanks to everyone who turned up and supported the Quiz. It's an important fundraiser for Fourmilewater and we appreciate the support. Big thank you as always for Doocey’s Bar for hosting this event. Thank you to everyone who helped organising the Quiz but in particular our regular quizmaster Michael Ryan DEISE DRAW The new Deise Draw will be launched in the Ballymacarbry Community Centre on May 10th. There will be 6 draws over 6 months at €15 per month. The top prize is increased to €12,500. 2nd Prize is €3,500. 3rd and 4th prize of €1,000. Please try and support as all money raised goes straight back to the clubs. MILLFIELD If you wish to book the Millfield for training or challenge matches please contact Muiris Walsh at 086 8159136. FOURMILEWATER LOTTO RESULT Weekly Lotto results. No winner. Numbers drawn were: 23, 24, 25. Two by €75 Kelly children and Pat Guiry. Next week’s Jackpot €750. EASTER DRAW 5 x €30 winners: Cathriona Ryan, Sophie O’Donnell, Michael Power, Pat Guiry, Kevin O’Donnell.
St. Pats Juveniles UNDER 12s PLAY IN CROKE PARK Our U-12 footballers have been fortunate enough to get invited to Croke Park on the 20th April to take part in a football blitz. Thanks to everyone that supported our fundraising cake sale for this trip over the Easter weekend. Best of luck to the U-12s. CLOTHING LEFT IN DRESSING ROOMS All coats, tops and hoodies left in the dressing rooms will be sent to a charity if not claimed in the next few weeks. CÚL CAMP This year Cúl Camp will take place from the 7th to 11th August in Bohadoon. Booking and more information is now available at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie All outstanding membership fees and forms need to be given to team mentors ASAP
Stradbally This week Stradbally GAA held a bag Pack in Dunne’s Stores, Dungarvan, for two days swarms of volunteers both young and old gave up their time their club. It was a credit to all involved to see such a community effort and the club would like to express its sincere thanks to each and every one of those volunteers, without whose work and dedication or club would not be able to deliver its service to our community. We would also like to thank Dunne’s Stores Dungarvan for hosting us and a special thanks to the wider Waterford people for giving so generously. This bag pack was organised and coordinated by long time club volunteer Nina Fee and its people like this that make Stradbally the club that it is. Finally the club can confirm that we did check the CCTV in Dunne’s and Tom Cunningham did stop talking long enough to pack one bag!! The GAA Helmet subsidy scheme is up and running again and discounted helmets can be ordered through the club, sample sizes of helmets will be at training on Friday the 21st at 6.30 pm for children to fit, this will be the last opportunity that people have to order as we will be processing the order that night. Parents can pay for their helmets at a cost of €35 for a Mycro Helmet Size Small/Medium and €45 for Large/XL or you can choose an Azzurri Helmet at a cost of €25 for Small/Medium or €44.50 for Large/XL. Orders will be taken on Friday night only as these helmets have to be ordered, please spread the word amongst all the other parents. Our Adult dancing classes will resume after the Easter break on Wednesday, 26th April, we
will be returning with Social Dancing, Waltzing Quick Step etc.. as well as some tradition dancing. ADULT NOTES Senior Footballers: Had no fixtures this week. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Our Intermediate Hurling team play their 1st Championship game this Friday, 21st April at 7 pm in Cappoquinn against Ballysaggart, please come out and support the lads. Best of luck to Trevor and his team. JUVENILE NOTES The GAA Helmet subsidy scheme is up and running again and discounted helmets can be ordered through the club, sample sizes of helmets will be at the next training session on Friday, 21st April at 6.30 pm for children to fit. Parents can pay for their helmets at a cost of €35 for a Mycro Helmet Size Small/Medium and €45 for Large/XL or you can choose an Azzurri Helmet at a cost of €25 for Small/Medium or €44.50 for Large/XL. Orders will be taken on this night only as these helmets have to be ordered, please spread the word amongst all the other parents. WINTER LEAGUE 2017 There was no Winter League on Holy Thursday. Next week will see two rounds played to make up for backlog of fixtures which were missed earlier in the competition. The next round of fixtures takes place on Thursday, 20th April at 6.30 pm and the following round is fixed for Sunday, 23rd April at 6.30 pm Sharp, please come out and support these great kids. Winter league Finals have been fixed for 7th May 6.30 pm, please keep this date in your Diary. Results for the last round: Kerry 8-13; Down 8-06 Cork 10-08; Roscommon 4-03 Meath 9-10; Waterford 11-03 Fixtures for Thursday 20th Fixtures for Sunday 23rd Kerry V Waterford Kerry V Cork Meath V Cork Meath V Roscommon Roscommon v Down Down V Waterford League Table Meath 38 Down 33 Kerry 32 Cork 30 Roscommon 26 Waterford 24 Training/Play group in Sallyfort Farm for our 3 and 4 year olds continues in Sallyfort farm for fun and games this Thursday at 6 pm. This is a fun group for all children of this age where the emphasis is placed on children enjoying playing with other children their own age. Everyone is welcome to attend both boys and girls, the club would like to thank Pearl and Dermot for hosting this group. UNDER 5/6/7/8/9 & 10 GROUPS Training returns on Friday the 21st at 6.30 pm and we will be hurling in preparation for the city leagues, please ensure that all kids come equipped for hurling. Our U-9 & 10 teams will compete in the City Hurling leagues this year and the fixtures are as follows: UNDER 9 BOYS Saturday, 29th April - Sacred Heart v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am Saturday, 13th May - Passage v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am Saturday, 27th May – Stradbally v Ballygunner (Home) 11.30 am Saturday, 10th June – Stradbally v Clonea (Home) 11.30 am Saturday, 24th June – Portlaw v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am UNDER 10 BOYS Saturday, 22nd April – St Mollerans v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am Saturday, 6th May - Ballygunner v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am Saturday, 20th May – Stradbally v Portlaw (Home) 11.30 am Saturday, 3rd June – Stradbally v Clonea (Home) 11.30 am Saturday, 17th June – St. Saviours v Stradbally (Away) 11.30 am Any parent who wishes to get involved in one of these groups please notify the secretary.stradbally.waterford@gaa.ie of your interest and the club will provide the required training free of charge. Experience is not necessary and the more we have to help the existing coaches the better, we really appreciate the input of parents so feel free to contact us even if it just to see what is involved. U-13 FOOTBALL In an entertaining and well contested game, Stradbally U-13 footballers put in a very good performance on Monday 10/4/17 in Stradbally against the Brickey Rangers. In a high scoring match, the spoils were shared on a score line of Stradbally 2-10; Brickey Rangers 4-4. The team was: Connor Power, Donnchadh O’Brien, Donnchadh Dunphy, Oran Grant, Rian O’Reilly, Tommy Fennell, Liam Kiersey, Conor Fennell, Michael O’Brien, Cormac McGrath, Rory Fennell, Andrew Weldon, John Bruton, Conor Organ, Roan Keane.
U-14 Football - Our Féile footballers played Ferrybank on the 13th April and played very well
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Cappoquin GAA Club: Anthony Rooney, TQS Integration LTD. presenting a new set of team jerseys to the Cappoquin Under 12 hurlers ahead of their visit to Croke Park to participate in the All-Ireland Go Games. Cappoquin mentors L to R: David Sheehan, Brian Curtin, John Begley, Eamonn Cliffe including team mascots Ben Rooney and Jay Sheehan.
in a comprehensive victory, we now play Clán na Gaél in the semi-final, venue and date to be confirmed. U-16 Football- No fixture this week. Minor - Our game against Clan Na Gael was postponed this week, no date has been agreed to play this fixture yet. CÚL CAMP 2017 Stradbally GAA will be hosting its 2017 Cúl Camp from July 3rd to 7th, the cost is: 1st Child €60, 2nd child €50 and the 3rd & 4th Child €40. You can register on line at www.kellogsculcamps.gaa.ie. The club would like to thank Thómas Walsh and his dedicated team of volunteers for providing such a service to our community. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due and anyone seeking a membership form can contact John Halpin (087-9776018) or any member of the club committee for a membership form, alternatively you can log onto www.stradballygaa.com and pay your membership on line. John Halpin will be collecting membership next Sunday night at the GAA Social Center between 9.30 pm and 10.30 pm. Membership has to be paid before the 31st of March to be eligible to vote at our club AGM. SOCIAL CENTRE There will be live music and dancing in the club next Sunday night, come along and join in a great nights entertainment. The club is delighted to announce that dancing lessons for those who wish to learn Quick Step, Waltzing etc. Have commenced and will take place after Easter on the 26th of April in the social center, anyone who is interested in giving dancing a try in 2017 please ring Tom Cunningham on 087-6785250 for further information. The social center is available for booking for Christenings, Birthdays, Communions or any type of Social gathering, please contact Breda Kiely on 087-6291930 for further information. FUNDRAISING Ongoing fundraising initiatives which are crucial to the future development of the Club are as follows and we ask that the community get behind these efforts to help us achieve our goals for the coming year. New Club Membership Deal: as part of the clubs drive to develop our facilities we are delighted to offer our members a new membership deal which consists of Full Club Membership, 1 National Draw Ticket, Yearly subscription to the clubs 50:50 draw and 1 Deise Draw ticket. The cost of this deal is €300 and can be paid via direct debit of €25 per month or can be paid in full to any club committee member. Direct Debit forms are available from any of the Club committee or can be emailed to you if requested via the club secretary at secretary.stradbally.waterford@gaa.ie. 50:50 Draw: 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. The next Draw takes place on Sunday, 9th April. Remember if you are not in you can’t win.
Déise Draw: Tickets are now on sale for the 2017 Deise Draw, this Draw is central to the clubs fundraising plans and your continued support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from any of the Club committee and you can now log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line. Club Book: Our club book “An Illustrated History of Stradbally GAA 1886-2016” is still on sale in the following shops: Cunningham’s Shop Stradbally, Powers Book Shop Dungarvan, Readers Choice Book Shop, Dungarvan and Shalloe’s Shop the Square Dungarvan. You can now log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your book on line. This is a fantastic book and is a must read for all people associated with the parish of Stradbally. CONGRATULATIONS To John Halpin Snr who won €275 in this week’s 50:50 Draw.
Kill LOTTO At last week’s lotto draw in Kirwan’s Bar there was no winner of the 10K jackpot. On the night there were no matchs 3s so the two lucky dip winners were Davy Mulcahy Snr and Betty Fardy. The numbers drawn were 12, 14,18, & 26. DEISE DRAW Just a reminder with little over two weeks left to get your Deise Draw tickets back to Hannah. It is important for all players and members put a big effort in to buy and sell as many tickets as possible, as the Deise Draw is a major source of funding for the club. The draw has been revamped this year with the top prize increasing to 12.5 from 10K and extra cash prizes on offer. EASTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE We bowed out of the Eastern football league last Saturday as Bunmahon beat us on a scoreline of 2-5 to 9 points after extra time. In a game that scores were hard to come by it was Kill who started the brighter with points from Ciaran, Anthony and Ben putting us 0-3 to no score in front. However, Bunmahon replied with a point and then goaled following a handling error in the Kill Defence. Bunmahon added two more points before Ben replied with a point which left us trailing by 0-4 to 1-3 at half-time. On the the turnover Ollie St. John pointed to reduce the deficit to the minimum which was followed by another Bunmahon point. With the football becoming more ragged and poor finishing on both sides it was left to Ben to equalise the match with the last kick of the game. At the start of the first half of extra time it was Bunmahon who got out of the blocks the quickest with a point which was quickly followed by a goal from the penalty spot. While Kill responded with points from Ollie and Ben and try as we might we could not close the gap. Which left the final score Kill 0-9; Bunmahon 2-5. With almost a two month gap to the first football championship match it's time for Kill to knuckle down and train hard. Team:- Kieran Dunphy, Niall Hennessy, Peter Torpey, Peter Casey, Eric Lonergan, Oisin Queally, Ciaran Kirwan, Corey Kennedy, John Flynn, Conor Rockett, Ben Gallagher, Ollie St John, Shane Relis, Anthony Kiely. Subs used Fergal Whelan, Mark Hennessy, Colm Casey.
Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) SYMPATHY Lismore GAA Club offers sympathy to the relatives and friends of Canon Wl. Madden, South Mall, Lismore and to the family relatives and friends of Tom Doocey, Deerpark, Lismore, both who died over Easter week. May they both rest in peace. CLUB SHOP Contact Bernie Prendergast on the following number for club shop purchases 087 7563402. GYM INFORMATION Contact Will Cunningham for Gym Information on the following number 086 0719635. MEMBERSHIP 2017 Last call for membership payment for 2017. Adult player €40, Student player €25, Single member €30, Couple €45. LOTTO DRAW Due to this Monday, April 17th been a Bank Holiday our Lotto Draw will take place on Tuesday evening. Results will appear on next week's notes. LISMORE V PASSAGE – THE RISE FROM THE ASHES On Saturday evening last our senior team back in the Senior Championship after twelve months, took to Fraher Field and took on Passage in the first round of the Waterford 2017 Senior Hurling Championship. And what a match it turned out to be. After a minute of play we registered our first score a point from a free by Maurice. However, Passage levelled shortly after and blasted the net with their first goal, leading now 1-2 to 0-1. Our first goal came from a free taken by Jack which was kept in on the goalmouth by Peter and connected on by Dan who blasted it to the back of the Passage net. Two more points were added to Lismore's score in the first half and these were to be our only scores of the first half. Half-time score read 3-13 to 1-3. 16 pts down would be some turn around if we came back. And came back we did. What a difference in these lads within seconds we were registering scores. Players were finding their rhythm on the field and playing as a team. Two minutes in to second half Maurice had the ball in the net, another 40secs later a goal from Dan. Now score read 2-03 to 3-13. Hat-trick for Dan on the 15th minute of second half and he wasn't finished yet. 4-08 3-14. Kenny on his knees struck the ball, Dan caught and again found the net. Five minutes of injury time was announced and within these minutes our goalie Seanie brought off some fine saves to keep Passage from winning the game. Final score for a fantastic match Lismore 6-13; Passage 3-19. Lismore scorers on the night were as follows: Dan 4-1, Maurice 2-8, Ray 0-1, Jack 0-2, Kenny 0-1. Well done to all involved. Next game which is second round of the Championship will be on this Saturday, April 22nd in Fraher Field at 6 p.m. taking on Fourmilewater. Be sure to come along and support your club.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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Shamrocks Shamrocks (Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd) CLUB LOTTO Our Easter lotto special draw was held in the Shamrock Inn last Saturday night. The winning lotto numbers were 6-8-12-26, and there was no winner of the €3,300 jackpot. €20 winners were Marian Forbes, Eamonn Lonergan, Darragh Casey, Sandoval, and Oliver Flanagan. Next up was our Easter Egg draw, and the prizes were as follows, Promoter’s prize; Larry McGrath, Egg winners were John A. Kelly, Margaret England, Paula & Ella McGrath, Susan Cliffe, and Sr. Agnes Geary. Congratulations to all our winners. Next week's jackpot will be €3,450. INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP The first round of this year's hurling championship for Shamrocks takes place this Sunday 23rd in Lismore versus Cappoquin. As opening rounds go this is a tough one, with the cornerstone club just down from Senior ranks. With only three matches in this year's group stages, it's going to be very tight. Training and preparation has gone well, so all we can hope for now is a clean bill of health, and for the players to play to their potential. Throw -in is at 1.30 pm, and we wish them good luck. JUNIOR HURLING Our junior hurlers also get their championship under way this Friday night in Ballyduff against Modeligo, throw-in at 7 p.m. Come along and give them some support. TOM DOOCEY R.I.P. Shamrocks C.L.G would like to sympathise with the family and friends of Tom Doocey, Deerpark, Lismore, who passed away last weekend. Tom was President and former player of neighbouring club Tourin, and we we offer our sympathies to all at the club as well. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. 'ANYONE COULD ROB A BANK' No, not a statement of intent, but the title of a hilarious 3 Act comedy taking place this Saturday night in the KGK Hall starring Transition year students from the area. Produced and directed by Will Motherway and Liam Roche, this play is a collaboration between the newly formed K.G.K. Youth Drama Group, and Brideview Drama. They will also be performing on the following Friday and Saturday nights, and I believe all proceeds will be going to local charities. The play starts at 8.15, and we wish them well.
St. Juveniles Mary’s Juveniles St.Mary’s U-11 HURLING We are in a unique situation in U-11 hurling in that possibly for the first time in our history that we have two teams in an age group competing in an official competition. Such are the numbers at this age group, that last Monday night, 10th April, saw the’ Maroon’ team head to Carrick-beg, while the ‘White’ team were in the opposite direction as they headed for Ballygunner. Unfortunately, for them the home team were way too strong as they ran out comfortable winners, despite the best efforts of all involved. It was a different story in Carrick-beg as this one went to the wire with St. Mollerans just edging it on a scoreline of 4-2 to 3-6 in a thrilling game, that ebbed and flowed throughout. Well done to all concerned, and let’s hope we get some positive results going forward. U-14 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Last Saturday, saw Newtown hosting this Round 4 clash of the championship which also doubled as a Feile fixture, as Clann Na Gael were the visitors. When we met earlier in the Spring our neighbours were comfortable winners, but it was a different story this time around. Playing against the breeze in the first half we kept the opposition at bay for long spells, with the retuning Geoff Dowdall superb at full back, and when we got a tonic of a goal from Colyn Power we were right in this game at the break as we trailed by 0-6 to 1-0. On the resumption Clann Na Gael kicked the opening point before wing back Josh O’Donnell came forward to stick a great goal for us. However, back came the opposition to raise a green flag of their own, as we now trailed by 5, with 10 minutes remaining. It was at this stage we took over completely, but missed opportunities were killing us. Two fine points left it a one score game, with more chances going abegging, including a missed penalty. One final chance saw a great Brian Dowdall effort go over the bar, to leave us on the wrong side of a 1-8 to 2-3 scoreline. With two rounds to go one win would see us qualify for the knockout stages. Next up is St. Saviours this Wednesday evening in Bunmahon.
Mitchels John Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL Training continues this Tues and Thurs at 7:30 p.m. First round of championship V De La Salle is fixed for 6th May. UNDERAGE Training continues Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m.
Naomh Chartaigh U-12 hurlers played a challenge game against Fermoy recently
WATERFORD MATCH We will be running a bus to the first round of the hurling championship for our underage and adults who are interested. We will be taking names over the coming weeks. This should be a great day out. CONFINED DRAW Last week's winner was Trevor O’Reilly. CLUB MEETING We will hold our monthly meeting after adult training on Thursday night 8:45 p.m.
Modeligo WEST INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP RESULT; Modeligo 1 - 14; Ballinameela 0 -13 Played Friday, April 14th, 2017 in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. (Réiteoir: Tommy O'Sullivan) Another year brings another championship and another challenge, and that certainly was the case on Friday night last as Modeligo's Intermediate Hurlers got their 2017 campaign off to an extremely hard earned winning start. This was a really tough, physical encounter with both sides hoping to secure the win, but in the end, we were lucky to come away with the points on offer. WESTERN BOARD CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES WEST INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP (Round 2) Modeligo vrs. Brickeys Sunday, April 23rd 4 pm in Fraher Field WEST JUNIOR 'C' HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP (Round 1) Modeligo vrs. Shamrocks Friday, April 21st at 7 pm in Ballyduff Upper. We move into the second part of a huge week for our hurling sides in Western Championships, as Modeligo will have their second outing in Intermediate Hurling against Brickey Rangers on Sunday. Meanwhile, the Junior Hurling squad will have their first game on Friday night, April 21st in Ballyduff Upper against Shamrocks. Again, please go along to show your support for the lads involved with these two squads and hopefully, there will be a good 2017 for the club in both grades. COUNTY JUNIOR CAMOGIE LEAGUE RESULT Tallow 3-6; Modeligo 0-4 Played Sunday, April 16th, 2017 in Modeligo. (Réiteoir: T. O'Sullivan) Despite the scoreline, this was a much improved and spirited display from a very young side. In truth, they could not be faulted for effort here, but were beaten by a more experienced Tallow side who were deserving of the win. COUNTY JUNIOR CAMOGIE LEAGUE FIXTURE Modeligo vrs. Tramore Sunday next, April 23rd at 11 am in Modeligo. CARDIAC SCREENING A staggering statistic is that approximately two young people per week die in Ireland from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. With this in mind, Modeligo GAA will host a Cardiac Screening to help prevent such an occurrence of S.A.D.S. Our date for Cardiac Screening is fast approaching, but it's not too late to sign up. However, places are limited so book as soon as
possible to avoid disappointment. The screening takes place on Saturday, May 13th from 9 am to 5 pm, priced at €65 per person (free to those covered by Laya Healthcare Insurance) You can book your place by following three simple steps as follows; (Details are also listed on our clubs facebook page) STEP 1: Go to www.ameds.ie STEP 2: Click "Online Booking" STEP 3: Enter Clinic Code: modeligo WESTERN U21 FOOTBALL FINAL; Cluiche Cheannais Peil Fé 21-"B" Gael na Comeraigh vrs. Chlais Mhór/Ceann tSaile Beag Fraher Field, Dungarvan on Friday, April 28th at 7.30 p.m. (Réiteoir: TBC). Please note that in the event of a draw at full time, 2 x 10 mins extra time will be played.
Chartaigh Naomh Chartaigh Naomh (LISMORE/BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) The U-9s boys are putting in a big effort at the moment. They played hurling against Cappoquin on last Monday and football against Noamh Brid on Bank Holiday Monday. A very good bunch of boys they all played very well and were victorious in both matches. U-10s played Tallow at home last Friday night. Our U-10s played Tallow at home last Friday night and again these boys put in a great effort and some great hurling was played by both teams. The U-12 s were also in action last week and played Ballyduff in a challenge match on Tuesday night We would like to thank all who participated in, organised and provided sponsorship for the Annual Fundraising table quiz held Easter Thursday night in Meaghers Bar, Ballysaggart. A goods night’s entertainment was had by all. We are organising a Medal presentation night for last year's U-11, U-15 and U-16s next Sunday, 23rd April in Club house at 7 p.m. Many thanks to all who have this year's membership paid; any outstanding memberships can be paid directly to any team mentors or to Patricia Morrissey 086 / 8598598.
Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €12,800 held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 16/04/17. Numbers were 6, 8, 14, 22. €30 won by the following people Michael Keating, Seapark; Mary Ryan, Modeligo. Seller’s prize of €30 Brian Lennon, Leamybrien. Next Clotto to be held in Micilin’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 23/4/17 for a jackpot of €12,900. On duty on the night Sean Lennon and Robbie Whelan. JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior Hurlers were beaten in the first round of the championship against St. Mary’s. Played last Saturday evening,16th April we had the better of the exchanges in the first half. We opened the scoring with a Paul Keating point in
the second minute and converted frees from Donal Fitzgerald in the 4th, 7th,11th,14th,17th and 19th minutes. We had a chance of a goal from Willie Brazil on 21st minute, this effort being narrowly wide. Another free on the 23rd minute converted again by Donal Fitzgerald. Alan Quinn had a point from play in the 27 minute. Donal Fitzgerald pointed two frees in 28th and 30th minute’s. We went in leading at half-time 0-11 to 0-7. In the second half we pointed frees from Donal Fitzgerald in the 6th,11th,16th minutes and a great point from Pa Whyte in 17 minute. Donal Fitzgerald pointed free in the 18th minute. This was a game that we could have won. St. Mary’s finishing stronger their goal came with four minutes remaining. Full-time score 0-16 to 1-17. Kilrossanty Team: Joey Veale, Kenny Houlihan, Killian Whelan, James Whyte, Emmett Dorthey, Niall Walsh, Michael Hassett, Oscar De Paor, Paul Whyte, Alan Quinn, Pa Whyte, Donal Fitzgerald, Willie Brazil, Michael Walsh, Paul Keating. Subs: Jim Maher for Joey Veale (Injured). Scores: Donal Fitzgerald 0-13 Frees, Paul Keating 0-1, Alan Quinn 0-1, Pa Whyte 0-1.
JUNIOR A HURLING FIXTURE Our next match is against Tourin next Saturday evening at 7 p.m. in Colligan GAA Grounds. Please come along and support. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE RE-FIXTURE Our senior football league match against Ardmore is re fixed for Saturday, 29th April in Leamybrien at 7.00 p.m. SENIOR FOOTBALL FIXTURE We will play Gaultier in the first round of the championship on Saturday, 6th May in Kill GAA Grounds at 7.00 p.m. JUNIOR B FOOTBALL FIXTURE We will play Nire in Leamybrien on Thursday evening 4th of May 7 p.m. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Volunteers needed to help rake the new GAA field this coming Friday evening 21st April at 6.00 p.m. KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILE Text Notifications: Any player who is in doubt at any time of not being able to attend for games or training are asked to please use the facility available on the teamer text system and reply as early as they can. It is so simple to use since all is needed is to type Y or N. Under 6, 8 and 10 Football & Hurling: Training continues for Under 6's, Under 8's and Under 10's in both football and hurling at 7 pm. in the field with Brian and Eamonn each Monday night. An Under 10 hurling blitz has been arranged for Saturday morning in Tramore at 11.30. Arrangements will be confirmed to all players by Colette and the mentors in the coming days. Under 12 Hurling Town & Country Leagues: This competition continues on Friday night when Kilrossanty play their second game, taking on Dungarvan in Leamybrien at 6.30. Following the defeat in the first game against Brickey's, a home win here is a must in order to avoid the possibility of missing out on qualification. A hundred per cent effort is required and all support would be a welcomed. Under 14 Football: There are two games remaining in the league section for Kilrossanty and both are away from home. This Wednesday, April 19th. it's Cois Bhride in Tallow at 7.00 pm followed by a second game three days later on Saturday, April 22nd when they play An Ghaeltacht at 3.00
pm. Qualification for the knockout stages is likely at this stage but not guaranteed so more points on the board are needed as is all the support this eager squad can be given. Feile Football: A great performance on Monday afternoon in Leamybrien for the Under 14 footballers in the first round of this year’s Feile competition, defeating Affane on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-2. Panel for the game. Alan Dunwoody, Darragh Veale, Joshua Browne, Kieran Morrissey, Rian Hayes, Kalum Hogan, Seamus O'Sullivan, Ronan Power, Cormac Curran, Jamie Quinn, Michael Casey, Dara Quinn, Ultan McCusker, Jack Quinlan, Eoin Veale, Jack Power, Colm Barry, Will Comyn.
Scores came from Darragh Veale with 7 points, Jack Power, Ultan McCusker and Colm Barry a point each and goals from Alan Dunwoody and Joshua Browne.They advance now to meet Mount Sion in the next round. Details not finalised before going to print. Under 16 Football: There are no further updates on who Kilrossanty play in the next round which will be at knock-out stage. Training continues and it is hoped a challenge game or two can be arranged over the next number of weeks as it looks like early May before the next round takes place. Bingo: Once again a reminder. Jackpot of €1,200 on 40 calls on Friday night, April 28th. and of course the usual cash prizes also amounting to €1,200. Proceeds to the juvenile club. Put the date in your diary and be in Crotty's for 8.30.
CappoquinCamogie Camogie Cappoquin UPCOMING FIXTURES U-12 Blitz Saturday, 21st April at 10.45 am at Modeligo GAA Pitch Cappoquin U-14's will play Dungarvan on Sunday, 23rd at 10.30 am at the Affane/Cappoquin GAA Pitch Cappoquin Senior team will play De la Salle in De La Salle on the 23rd at 11 am TRAINING U-8/U-10 is now on in the GAA field Thursdays, 6-7 pm U-12/U-14 training Tuesday 6-7 and Thursday 6:15/7:15 U-16/U-18/Senior Wednesday and Friday at 7.15 at the GAA field
Brid Naomh Brid U-11 HURLING The U-11 boys played St. Pat’s on Saturday last in Modeligo. Although they lost on the day, it was a great game of hurling CLUB REGISTRATION If anyone still wants to register, please contact a committee member – the fees are as follows: €10 family fee for players in the U-10 age group and downwards: €20 per player in the U-11 and above age groups (max €40 per family). KELLOGS CÚL CAMP 2017 The Naomh Bríd cúl camp is fixed for Kirwan Park - August 14 to August 18. Online booking only - www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie For all children booked in by 1st June, club coordinators will have the kits for same before school holidays.
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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Crotty’s Bar where the jackpot is €7,800 as on Sunday night Shane Hallahan was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 50 which wasn’t the Joker but he did win €50. Joey Mullen and Joe Power won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar, Abbeyside Post Office and Crotty’s Corner Bar. SENIOR HURLING On Sunday evening last our Senior hurlers played Dungarvan in the opening round of the County Championship in Fraher Field. It would be fair to say we put in a very disappointing performance on the night as our opponents ran our comprehensive winners. All involved will be acutely aware that a improvement on this performance will be required this Sunday night when we take on Tallow: Team: S. ENRIGHT, E. BRACKETT, S. O’HARE, E. COLLINS, M. O’HALLORAN, J. O’MAHONEY, M. POWER, R. FOLEY, J. ELSTEAD, S. CROTTY, M. FERNCOMBE, S. DALY, P. HURNEY, T. MURRAY, E. KIELY.
JUNIOR HURLING This Saturday night we play Tallow in our first game of the Western Championship at 7.00 pm in Fraher Field. 300 CLUB AND DÉISE DRAW As you may be aware we recently launched our “300 Club” Fundraising initiative. This is similar to the Development Fundraiser we ran in the last number of years whereby people donated €300 to the club to help with the development of our club grounds. The money raised from this latest version will be used to help pay for extending our hurling wall and astro turf, provide additional car parking and repay our loan with Croke Park. Those who sign up for the 300 Club will be given a Déise Draw ticket and it also includes their membership. The €300 can be paid in instalments by Direct Debit or up front, and all monies raised will be used to improve our facilities for all our playing members, both young and old. If you are interested in joining the 300 Club then please contact any committee member and they will be happy to help you join up. The Déise Draw has been changed for 2017 and it now consists of six draws costing €15 a month or €90 in total. The Déise Draw has been our main fundraiser for many years and the funds raised from the draw help us meet the ever rising costs associated with running our club. If you would like to join the draw please contact any Committee Member. CLUB LEISURE WEAR Our new range of Club Leisure wear has arrived and is proving extremely popular with young and old alike. If you missed out on the gear this time then there’s no need to panic as we will be taking orders in the next fortnight, with dates posted on our website and Facebook page. FIELD BOOKINGS We ask that all team managers book their times for training/matches with Michael Donovan in advance of returning to training. Managers must notify Michael in advance if they wish to change from their allocated time. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo session continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night with a jackpot of €900.
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DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw takes place on the 10th of May. Tickets can be got from Catherine Lyons who is the Deise Draw coordinator for the year. SENIOR HURLING We travelled the short journey to Fraher Field last Sunday evening to play local opponents Abbeyside and came away with a win. Well done to all concerned LOTTO This week’s Lotto numbers were 4, 12, 20 and 30. No winner, Next week’s jackpot is €3,800, Four winners of Match 3 €75 each: Breda Walsh c/o Bingo; Caoimhe Meehan, Teresa Daly and Glen Kiely, Next week’s prize €100. QUIZ ANSWERS 1. Joseph Allen is u-21 Football Captain. 2. Tipp played Wexford in Kilkenny 3. If the league semi-final finished in a draw after extra time there would have been a free taking competition 4. Leitrim play their home games at Pairc Sean Mac Diarmuda. 5. The Bombers club is Ring. QUIZ 1. What club play their home games at Pairc Ui Shiothchain? 2. Colm Cooper plays for which Club? 3. What date is La na gClubanna this year? 4.Which school won the Post Primary Schools u14b Hurling Cup? 5. Who refereed the Munster Minor Hurling Championship game when Waterford played Clare in Ennis? CAMOGIE U-14: Our first match is upon us and we are playing away to Cappoquin on Sunday 23rd April at 10.30 am.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
U-16: Training is up and running. Junior: Dungarvan competed in their 2nd match of the year away to Portlaw on Sunday morning. Congratulations and well done coming away with a win on a scoreline of Dungarvan 3-13 v Portlaw 2-1. Panel: Alix Fitzgerald, Aoife Nagle, Anne Marie Tutty, Taylor Murray, Clodagh Curran, Michaela Moran, Kaiesha Tobin, Aisling Baumann, Isabella Wade, Caoimhe Denmead, Angela Tobin, Sophie O'Shea, Erica Kiely and Kayleigh Veale.
Next match is at home to Tallow, date and time TBC. U-8/U-10/U-12: Training continues in the Sports Centre on Tuesday evenings from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. All girls welcome. Membership: Membership is now due for all players. For any information regarding training or membership, please contact our club secretary Fiona Fitzgerald 087 2393924 or email: secretary.dungarvan. waterford@camogie.ie LADIES FOOTBALL This week was our first week back training with the U-8 and U-10 girls, and we are all delighted to be back! This week's player of the week is Odharna Cleary. Odharna is on our U8 team and was also voted "Personality of the Year 2016" last year. Odharna is always kind and friendly at training and always does her best, getting better and better each time! Well done Odharna keep up the good work! Training every Friday from 7-8 contact 0872620287 for more in formation.
Brickey Rangers CLUB LOTTO THURSDAY, APRIL 13th NO WINNER. Numbers drawn: 19 - 22 - 27 & 29. €25 to each of the following: Noel Murray, Philip and Edel Walsh, the Brophy family and Maire Mhic Craith. Thursday night’s draw to be held in The Local Bar with a jackpot prize of €1,800 up for grabs. Just a reminder your yearly lotto ticket has now expired, please contact any member of the committee to renew your subscription. Yearly lotto tickets cost €95. All club members/players are urged to subscribe to a yearly lotto ticket or deise draw ticket. CLUB LOTTO THURSDAY APRIL 6th NO WINNER Numbers drawn: 1 - 4 - 20 - 27. €25 to each of the following: Deirdre Flynn, Michael Hickey, Eamonn Tobin & Geraldine Curran. Thursday night’s draw to be held in The Tudor House with a jackpot prize of €1,700 up for grabs. Just a reminder your yearly lotto ticket has now expired, please contact any member of the committee to renew your subscription. Yearly lotto tickets cost €95. All club members/players are urged to subscribe to a yearly lotto ticket or deise draw ticket INTERMEDIATE HURLING Our inermediate hurlers took on Clashmore in the first round of the comeragh oil intermediate western hurling championship. Unfortunately, the lads just were not good enough for the Clashmore outfit on the day and lost out 2-14 to 2-11. But its onwards and upwards as we take on Modeligo this Sunday in Fraher Field throw in 4 pm. Please support. CLOTHES COLLECTION A very successful clothes collection took place last weekend in Bushy Park. A big thank you to all who cleared out their wardrobes and made the fundraiser such a success. Thank you to all the ladies and gents who came to Bushy on Saturday am to load the lorry. DEISE DRAW The first of the 2017 Deise Super Draws will take place on 10th May. Tickets are €15 per month for 6 months and are available from Mary McGrath or any committee member. SYMPATHY The sympathies of the club are extended to Noel O'Connor and family on the death of this mother, Nonie and also to the sisters and relatives of the late Dr. Tom Barry. Tom wore the Brickey jersey with pride in the late 40's and 50's. May they rest in peace. JUVENILE NOTES U-16 football: Challenge match V Rathgormac in Bushy on Tuesday at 7:30 pm. U-14 football: Our footballers had a tough contest last week when they faced Rathgormac in the next round of their championship last Thursday evening. Despite some great play by our lads they were beaten by a better team on the night. U-12 hurling: Training continues every Tuesday at 6:30 pm. U-11 hurling: Brickeys U-11 hurling team played their first game of the town & country on Friday in bushy against St. Olivers. This was to prove to be a lively, skilful, enter-
Lismore GAA Charity Cheltenham Preview Night Cheque presentation – Pierce Flynn, Park Hotel, Dungarvan; Tom O’Grady, Ken Whelan, Una Dowd representing West Waterford Hospice accepting the cheque.
taining and hard fought battle of two very capable outfits. U-8 hurling and football every Saturday morning at 10:30 am for one hour. Brickey Rangers Easter Camp was a great success again this year.
Clashmore/Kinsalebeg PRESENTATION TO EAST CORK RAPID RESPONSE Proceeds from the hugely successful Donie Scanlon Remembrance Day will be presented to East Cork Rapid Response on this Friday evening, April 21st, at the GAA Club House. Proceedings will commence at 8.30 p.m. All are welcome so come along. The huge turnout for the Remembrance Day was a manifestation of the high esteem in which Donie was held as a club member, talented player and friend. In excess of €7,000 was raised, which is a credit to all who turned up on the day and so generously supported the event. Light refreshments will be served in the Decies Bar following the presentation RESULT INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE We recorded a well deserved victory over Brickeys in our first game in the intermediate hurling championship which took place in Ardmore on Saturday evening last. We led by four points at half-time, battled very well against the wind in the second half and ran out winners by three points. The final score was Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-14. Brickey Rangers 2-11 Overall, it was an excellent team performance. Team: Mark McGrath, Ciarán Bourke, Jason Seward, Adam O'Sullivan, Seán Bourke, Tadhg de Búrca, Ronan Fitzgerald, Declan Allen, Edmund O'Halloran, Cillian O'Keeffe, James O'Leary, Brian O'Halloran, Paddy Prendergast, Darren Foley and Paul O'Connor. Sub used: Brian Lynch.
Well done lads, on your excellent display. Our next championship game takes place on this Sunday against Ring in Fraher Field at 2.30 p.m. Once again your support would be very much appreciated. FIXTURES: JUNIOR HURLING Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Brickey Rangers will be played in Aglish on Friday evening, April 21st, commencing at 7 o'clock. Your support would be greatly appreciated INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Intermediate team will line-out against Ring in Fraher Field on Sunday next, April 23rd, at 2.30 p.m. Please come along and support the team. U-21 FOOTBALL The U-21 Football Western Final V Comeragh Gaels is provisionally fixed for Friday evening, April 28th. As three of our key players are due to travel to London for the weekend it is hoped that the game will be played on either Wednesdy 26th or Thursday 27th. Update in next week's notes. DEEPEST SYMPATHY We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Nora O’Connor (née Healy), Summerhill, who passed away recently. Nora was somewhat of a pioneer in local GAA circles in the 1940's as she represented Waterford in Camogie, with distinction, and was well known as a real sharpshooter. She was a member of the Waterford team which won Munster Final honours in 1945, against Tipperary, at the Cappoquin Sportsfield. On the day Nora contributed greatly
to Waterford's victory as she scored three goals and a point. That team went on to contest an AllIreland Final against Antrim which also took place at Cappoquin but unfortunately they narrowly lost out on the day. At that time, both Clashmore and Kinsalebeg had separate camogie clubs, so this period was truly the heyday of camogie in this locality and it is indeed a pity that no club exists today. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h’anam dílis. COMHGHAIRDEAS Heartiest congratulations to Philip and Marie Dee on the birth of their daughter, Emma. We are all delighted to hear your wonderful news and wish ye all the best. DÉISE SUPER DRAW 2017 Don't forget to purchase your ticket for the New Déise Super Draw which commences on the 10th of May. The cost of a ticket is €15 per month. There are 20 chances of winning a prize in each draw with the 1st prize being €12,500. As this draw is the club's main fundraiser your support is vitally important. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA FUNdamental Movement Classes Thursday at 4 p.m.: Our FUNdamental Movement Classes for 4,5,6 and 7 year old boys and girls recommence this Thursday 20th. Last week we took a break due to holidays and unavailability of coaches but are back in action this week. The remaining two sessions are on Thursday. April 20th and 27th and will take place at the GAA Pitch. A few parents have helped with the running of the classes up to this point; we really appreciate this as it means each child gets the attention and care they deserve. Looking forward to seeing you all again on Thursday at 4 pm, as always the sessions are FREE to attend. Easter Raffle A Big Success: Our Easter Raffle took place last Saturday night and once again it was very well supported by the local community. The Raffle is one of the main fundraisers for the Juvenile Club during the year thus the support we receive is really appreciated. There were some super hampers to be won and well done to all our winners listed below. Easter Raffle winners: 1st prize Eamon Foley; 2nd prize Ken Morgan; 3rd prize Eamon Foley. Seller’s Prize James Mullins Thank you to all our sellers, organisers and supporters for your help and support, it is greatly appreciated. Underage Training and Matches: Our U-8's and U-10's are training away each week under their diligent coaches and they are making great progress. Our U-8 footballers are hoping to play in a blitz in Carriganore on Saturday morning so best of luck to them in this. Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps 2017 - Booking Open!!!! Be sure to book your place early at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club Cúl Camp which takes place this year from July 18th to 22nd. The camp is always one of the biggest in the county and we are hoping to get our biggest attendance yet in 2017. It is open to all boys and girls aged 6-13 and a child has to have been born in 2011 or before to attend. The cost is €60 for the first child in a family registered, €50 for a second child and €40 for the third and each subsequent child registered. The boys and girls attending receive a zip top, t-shirt, gearbag and five days of fun and games. To book, register at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact Katie Fleming on 0879499266. All those who book before May 1st will be entered into a draw for two stand tickets
for the Munster SHC semi-final between Waterford and Cork/Tipperary. So book early and often and here's to another Cúl summer!
Tourin SYMPATHY Due to the sad passing of our esteemed club president Tom Doocey, our match at the weekend was postponed to a later date. Our sincere sympathies and respect go out to his family and friends, may he rest in peace. Please see next week's notes for full obituary. CHAMPIONSHIP Tourin play Kilrossanty on Saturday night in Colligan. Please come out and support the lads. Best of luck to all involved. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Clothes collection: Tourin Badminton Club are holding a clothes collection this month. All donations of clean clothes welcome. Donations will be collected at Tourin Community Hall. Field Day: 25th June EASTER DRAW 1st prize Jimmy Collender, Kilbree 2nd prize Sophie Browne, Lismore 3rd prize Michael Daly, Dungarvan 4th prize Adam Wilkinson, Tourin We would like to thank everyone for the big effort which was put into making this such a success and to all the great hampers that were kindly sponsored. Once again we would like to thank Roche's Centra, Lismore, Houlihan’s, Ballyrafter, Lismore and Kelleher’s SuperValu, Cappoquin, for allowing us to sell tickets outside their premises. Also a big thanks to all who gave up their time to sell tickets. MEMBERSHIP Please contact Daniel Dransfield regarding membership of the GAA. Direct debit forms are available or a cash payment. Also Déise draw tickets are in circulation so if you do not already have one please contact the club for more information
Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST LOTTO Due to the Bank Holiday the lotto draw will not take place until Tuesday, so both sets of results will be in next week's notes. MEMBERSHIP Anyone who has not yet paid their membership could they please do so as soon as possible. It can be paid to our membership officer Timmy Sheehan. Membership is as follows: Single €25, married €35, student €35, player €45, player and partner €55. DEISE SUPER DRAW Tickets are currently available to purchase from any of the promoters. Tickets are €15 per month, €90 in total. It can be paid monthly or in full. FIXTURES Our senior hurlers were well beaten against Ballygunner in their first championship game on Sunday last. They will play Abbeyside this Sunday, April 23rd, in Fraher Field at 7 pm. Our junior hurlers will play Abbeyside on Saturday at 7 pm in Bushy Park. Your support, as always would be much appreciated.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
St. Mary's/Sliabh gCua Sliabh gCua/St. Marys LOTTO No winner for the local Lotto held on Sunday night, the winning numbers were 6, 7 and 30. €20.00 winners were Mick Sullivan, Liam Fraher, Nora Walsh, Imelda Gleeson and Karina Drohan. Dunne’s Bar won the promoters price. Jackpot for next week is €2,300. Remember – if you’re not in you can’t win! GOOD LUCK TO THE WATERFORD MINOR FOOTBALLS WHO TAKE ON CLARE The club would like to extend best wishes to Cillian Tobin and Dylan McCarthy who are part of the Waterford minor panel who take on Clare this coming Wednesday, 19th April. Best of luck to all involved. VICTORY OVER KILROSSANTY St. Mary's played Ballinameela in the first championship match of 2017 and secured the win. Final score St. Mary's 1-17; Kilrossanty 16 points. Great start to the year. ST. MARY'S TAKE ON COLLIGAN St. Mary's play Colligan in the second championship game of 2017. The match will be played in Cappoquin this coming Saturday, 22nd April. All support appreciated. Ballinameela in the first championship match of 2017.
Tourin SYMPATHY Due to the sad passing of our esteemed club president Tom Doocey, our match at the weekend was postponed to a later date. Our sincere sympathies and respect go out to his family and friends, may he rest in peace. Please see next week's notes for full obituary. CHAMPIONSHIP Tourin play Kilrossanty on Saturday night in Colligan. Please come out and support the lads. Best of luck to all involved. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Clothes collection: Tourin Badminton Club are holding a clothes collection this month. All donations of clean clothes welcome. Donations will be collected at Tourin Community Hall. Field Day: 25th June EASTER DRAW 1st prize Jimmy Collender, Kilbree; 2nd prize Sophie Browne, Lismore; 3rd prize Michael Daly, Dungarvan; 4th prize Adam Wilkinson, Tourin We would like to thank everyone for the big effort which was put into making this such a success and to all the great hampers that were kindly sponsored. Once again we would like to thank Roche's Centra, Lismore, Houlihan’s, Ballyrafter, Lismore and Kelleher’s SuperValu, Cappoquin, for allowing us to sell tickets outside their premises. Also a big thanks to all who gave up their time to sell tickets. MEMBERSHIP Please contact Daniel Dransfield regarding membership of the GAA.
CLG Na na Rinne CLG LOTTO Torthaí lotto 10/4/17. Uimhreacha: 2, 9, 12, 19. Ní raibh aon buaiteoir den pota óir an tseachtain seo chaite. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25: Sinead Ní Chadhla, Eoin Mac Craith, Katie Foley. Beidh €10,000 sa pota óir an tseachtain seo chugainn agus is I dTigh an Cheoil a bheidh an tarraingt. IOMÁINT SÓISEAR Tá an céad cluiche sa comórtas iomána sòisir ar siúl an Aoine seo chugainn 21/4/17 in aghaidh Chlaismhór thall sa Chlaismhór ag tosnú ag 7 p.m. IOMÁINT IDIRMHEÁNACH Tabharfaidh na leaids aghaidh ar an Chlaismhór an Domhnach seo chugainn 23/4/17 sa chéad babhta den craobh comórtas iomáint Idirmheánach. Istigh I bPáirc Uí Fhearachair a bheidh sé ar siúl ag tosnú ag 2.30pm. Tá an iarracht curtha isteach ag an grúpa seo le roinnt seachtain anuas agus iad dírithe isteach ar an cluiche seo. Ba bhreá slua a fheiscint istigh ar an Domhnach chun tacaíocht a thabhairt dóibh.
An Coilligeán / Na h-Emmetigh WESTERN JUNIOR “A” HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1 Ardmore 3-18; Colligan 2-15 Despite a brave and battling performance, Ardmore proved too strong for us in this well contested opening round of the divisional Junior “A” hurling Championship at Bushy Park last Saturday evening (15/4). After being relegated last year from the Intermediate grade, Ardmore were always going to be hard to beat but our lads can be pleased with their efforts as we matched them in many departments. Three first half goals proved to be the deciding factor, as we trailed by 3-6 to 0-9 at the change of ends. The lads battled away in the second period
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and were rewarded for their hard work with some well taken scores, ultimately we made too many errors but there are plenty of positives as we look forward to this weekend’s local derby against St. Mary’s. Team: Dean McKenna, Ben Dunford, John Nick Fennell, Ray Bannon, Dan Booth, PJ Coffey, Michael Horgan, Ross Browne, Colin Dunford, Sam Murphy-Nix, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan, Johnny Wall, Fran Duggan, Richie Kiely. Subs: Adam Dunford (used), Jason Dunford (used), Ian Fraher (used), Charlie Whelan, Alan Walsh.
We face neighbours, St. Mary’s this weekend in Round 2. The games goes ahead on Saturday evening next (22/4) in Cappoquin at 7:00 pm. Best of luck to all involved. MUNSTER MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Commiserations to the Waterford Minor footballers, who unfortunately were at the receiving end of some poor officiating in their Munster Quarter-Final loss to Limerick by 1-10 to 0-9 at the Gaelic Grounds last Wednesday evening (12/4). The club was well represented on the night, with three starters – Michael Horgan and Sam Murphy-Nix in defence, and Dan Booth up front, while Reece Stringer (who’s still U-17) was amongst the substitutes. Gavin Whelan is involved as a selector, the lads (who had to play the majority of the game with 14 men following the ridiculous sending off of Billy Power), battled extremely well and done themselves proud on the night. They’re back in action again this evening (Wednesday) in a playoff game away to Clare. The action is underway at 6:30 pm in Cusack Park, Ennis – here’s wishing all involved the very best of luck, and hopefully a little more luck this time.
Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Draw Tuesday, April 11th: Numbers drawn were: 1, 10, 27 and 28. No jackpot winner. The winners of €30 each were: Helen O’Sullivan, Biddy Daly and Rachel Landers. Lotto draw every Tuesday night at Meagher’s at 10 pm. Jackpot this week is €2,750. Buy your €2 ticket from any club member. HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballysaggart Intermediates play Stradbally in Cappoquin this Friday night, April 21st at 7 pm in the first round of the Western Intermediate championship. Do come along and give them your support. SCÓR Well done to all who took part in this year’s Scór na bPaistí and to those who represented the club well in the county final in Cappoquin. DEISE DRAW Tickets for this year’s New Super Deise Draw are now available to buy with the first draw commencing on May 10th.
Waterford Cumann na mBunscoil Allianz County Mini 7s Finals in Fraher Field, Dungarvan. Glenbeg beaten by Ballygunner in the Camogie Final. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Ballinameela INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballinameela 0-13; Modeligo 1-14. Our first throw of the dice in the Western Intermediate Hurling Championship promised much but failed to deliver as we fell to a four point defeat at the hands of our near neighbours. Taking some good form in from our pre-season and league fixtures, we were hopeful that we were capable of beginning the year with a win over the Western champions of 2015. Starting brightly, the first five minutes were even-steven with a point apiece. Between there and the 15th minute, however, we took control of proceedings and it was in this spell that we'll feel we left the game behind us. A purple patch brought us five clear, 0-7 to 0-2, and had we managed to open up a little more daylight at this juncture we may well have made the rest of the game much easier for ourselves. Paul Curran and Brendan Phelan were particularly effective and punished Modeligo on the scoreboard whenever they coughed up possession. The whole team was functioning well, and with the crowd doing their part the omens looked good. Modeligo, to their credit, managed to halt our march and made a telling contribution in the final 15 to leave the score at 0-9 0-8 in our favour at the break. Having had the slight breeze, there's no doubting that here was where we left the game behind us. We started the second half in earnest and added the first two points to stretch our lead to 0-11 to 0-8, but Modeligo were threatening again, hitting a few scoreable wides. The telling score came in the 45th minute when Tom Devine kicked the ball to the net, 1-10 to 0-12. He was the decisive player in the second half when the game became a mass of bodies around midfield, and his tireless running and ability to hold the ball and draw men proved vital in bringing the other capable Modeligo into the fray, whereas they had been marshalled well up to that point. Our opponents ability to strike points from range came more into play at this time. Aided by the slight breeze and some poor clearances, they found space where there hadn't been any earlier on and used this to see out the game.
Nire/Fourmilewater U-13 footballers had a great victory over Stradbally recently.
David Phelan added our last score courtesy of a lobbed free, while he also went close with a 21 yard free as we sought the goal to bring us back into it late on, but it wasn't to come. While there are undoubtedly positives to be taken from the game, the overwhelming feeling afterwards was that we hadn't done ourselves justice in a game we fully believed ourselves capable of winning. Modeligo, though, were deserving winners on the night, a point further emphasised by their 17 wides. Hopefully the memory can provide us with the motivation needed for the next round of fixtures, though that will not be for some time to come as we have a bye in round two; round three remaining unscheduled. On a side note, credit must go to the Fraher Field ground staff who had the pitch in excellent condition. Ours was the first championship game played at the venue for the year and the surface allowed for an entertaining hour's fare. Team: Donagh Looby, Kealan Looby, Lorcan Looby, Stevie McGrath, Micheál Shine, Davey Phelan (0-1), Eamonn Walsh, Kevin Phelan, Colin Walsh, Mikey Phelan, Brendan Phelan (0-10), Paul Curran (0-1), Micheál Culloo (0-1), Eddie Walsh, Cian Culloo.
SENIOR FOOTBALL Attention turns to the Senior Football Championship as round one approaches, we play Portlaw on the 9th May at 1:30 pm in Lemybrien. MEMBERSHIP A reminder that any outstanding membership needs to be paid to Brian Phelan a.s.a.p. He can be contacted on 087-6651169. DEISE DRAW David Phelan, Kealan Looby and James McGrath are our Déise Draw Officers and the lads are currently working through getting tickets out to our supporters. 6 draws will take place over 6 months. David Phelan can be reached at 089 950 3681. MUNSTER CHAMPIONS Well done to the ladies linked to the locality who were part of the Sliabh gCua figure dancers that claimed overall honours at the Munster Scór held in Limerick on April 8th. Elaine and Sarah Flavin, Claire Shine, Mary McCarthy and Maggie O'Neill were part of the group and will now travel to Belfast on May 6th to compete for the national prize. Go n-éirí libh cailíní!
Ballyduff Upper SENIOR HURLING RESULT Ballyduff played De La Salle in the first round of the Waterford Senior Hurling Championship last Sunday, losing by five points on a scoreline of 1-13 to 0-21. Team: David Walsh, Oran Leamy, Shane Hannon, Cian Leamy, Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney, Conor Murray, Eoghan Murray, Seamus Hannon, Eoin Scanlon, Mikey Kearney, Jamie Kearney, Kevin Casey, Andrew Casey, Eoin O’Brien. Sub used: Tom Feeney for C Leamy.
SENIOR HURLING FIXTURE Ballyduff will play Ballygunner in the second round of the Waterford Senior Hurling Championship this Saturday at 7.30 pm in Fraher Field, Dungarvan. JUNIOR HURLING FIXTURE Ballyduff will play Dungarvan in the first round of the Waterford Junior B Hurling Championship this Sunday at 11.30 am in Cappoquin. WATERFORD U-17 HURLING Well done to Fionnan Hickey and the Waterford U-17 hurling team who beat Clare recently and qualified for the Munster Final.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Dungarvan Senior Hurling team that defeated Abbeyside last weekend at Fraher Field.
Affane/Cappoquin UPCOMING WESTERN CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES FOR THE SPORTSFIELD Intermediate Hurling Championship: Stradbally v Ballysaggart, Fri., 21st April at Cappoquin 7.00 pm Junior A Hurling: Geraldines v Ardmore Sat., 22nd April at Cappoquin 5.30 pm Junior A Hurling: St Marys v Colligan Sat., 22nd April at Cappoquin 7.00 pm Junior B Hurling: Dungarvan Ballyduff Upper Sun., 23rd April at Cappoquin 11.30 am CROKE PARK GO GAMES Excitement has been building ever since the news broke last month that the Cornerstone Club had been drawn from the hat as one of just three clubs to represent County Waterford in this year’s Croke Park ‘Go Games’ Blitzes. The annual event affords the Cappoquin under 12 hurlers the opportunity to play for the first but hopefully not the last time on the hallowed ground of GAA Head Quarters. Enormous efforts have been made by the team mentors, David Sheehan, John Begley, Brian Curtin and Eamonn Cliff and preparations have been intense to say the least with many training sessions squeezed into an already busy schedule and several challenged matches convened to prepare the team in the best possible fashion for what will no doubt be a memorable experience for all. Everybody at the club hopes that all the hard work will be rewarded on the day and want to wish the panel of players, their mentors and the large party of parents travelling to Croke Park the very best of good luck on the day. Special acknowledgement must be made to Clubman Anthony Rooney and TQS Integration Ltd. who have very kindly sponsored the team with a commemorative set of jerseys especially for the Croke Park Go Games. WESTERN IHC FIXTURE Cappoquin wil open their Western Intermediate hurling campaign against the Shamrocks at the Castle Farm Grounds, Lismore on this Sunday, 23rd April at 1.30 pm. REMEMBRANCE MASS FOR JOHN 'CONNIE O’SULLIVAN THURSDAY, 20th APRIL A Remembrance Mass in memory of the late Connie O’Sullivan, Villierstown and London will be held in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin on Thursday, 20th April at 8 pm. Connnie did his Leaving Cert. in St. Anne’s Secondary School, Cappoquin in 1977 as well as playing hurling and football for the school. He also played for St. Olivers and starred for Geraldines and was a friend of many of the successful Cappoquin/Affane minor teams of ‘77/’78 who he went to school with in Cappoquin. WESTERN JHC FIXTURE This Friday, 21st April Cappoquin junior hurlers will make their championship debut against Ring in Clashmore at 7 pm all players to be in venue at 6.30 pm, transport will leave the square at 6 pm. EASTER EGG HUNT Massive thanks to everybody who took the time to call down to the Cappoquin pitch earlier today for our Easter Egg Hunt making it a wonderful success. The pitch was just thronged with boys and girls combing every blade of grass searching for eggs. The mams and dads were not forgotten with a huge spread of teas, coffees and treats served up in the clubhouse by amongst others, Karen, Ailish and Marie. Thanks to all the many members of our Juvenile Club committee who gave of their time and were on hand to organise things with special mention to Breda O’Sullivan and her team who have been working for weeks to make this wonderful family event such a success. Thanks also to Marie Ormonde for organising sponsorship which is very much appreciated. See you all next year. THREE TO ANSWER 1, What club does Wexford's Lee Chin play for? 2, Who won the All Ireland Junior club hurling championship in 2017? 3, When did Longford last win a Leinster senior Football final? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Wexford last won the Liam McCarthy Cup in 1996 2, Galway's Daithi Burke plays for Turloughmore 3, Before Ballygunner last year the last club to win three-ina-row county senior hurling titles were Mt. Sion. PORTABLE GOALS Will all team mentors who use the portable goals for training, please remove same from both pitches after training CLUB PLAYERS’ ASSOCIATION
The CPA website is now live and all players coaches and administrators are encouraged to register. It only takes a minute. DEISE DRAW The 2017 Déise Draw is scheduled to take place this coming May. It’s a new formula this year, with 6 draws taking place, 1 draw per month. WAX AND HEADSHAVE FUNDRAISER The Cappoquin Juvenile GAA club will hold a Wax and Headshave Fundraiser on Sunday, 30th April which is a Bank Holiday weekend in The Central Bar. COUNTY MINOR FOOTBALL C'SHIP FIXTURE Rd 6 This Sunday, April 23rd Affane take on Ardmore in The Sportsfield at 11 am. U-12 HURLING T/C Rd 2 21st April An Gaeltacht (A) at 6.30 p.m. WESTERN UNDER 13 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP FLYING START SECURES WIN FOR AFFANE Cappoquin/Affane 3-11; Ardmore 1-6. There is an old Irish proverb that says “a good start is half the work” and this was certainly true this evening in Cappoquin when Affane squared up to Ardmore in the second round of the under 13 football championship. Both teams came into this fixture having lost to inform St. Olivers in round one and would have been conscious that a second loss would pose an insurmountable challenge for the latter stages of the competition. Ardmore, shorn of some of their regular players were forced to start the game with 10 men. Affane took full advantage by racing into an early lead with a goal and a point from Michael, a goal from Cian and a well taken point from play by Rory. Ardmore struck back with two points, one from play and one from a free kick before Affane stretched their lead when Rory added two more points and Michéal got onto the end of a good move to slot another ball deftly over the bar in the tenth minute. Despite the Affane dominance Ardmore were unlucky to have a good effort saved on the line by Dylan Sheehan in the eighteenth minute before scoring their fourth point from play in the twenty fourth. The half came to a conclusion immediately after Cian Nolan scored a nice point from play leaving a comfortable lead for the Affane men at the interval of 2:06 to 0:4 The second half was to be a much tighter affair than the first with both teams exchanging possession early on before Cian scored a point in the sixth minute. Ardmore kept the score board ticking over with a lovely point from a free in the tenth minute however Conor Rooney responded with his first point of the game in the eleventh. Shortly thereafter, inform Rory Byrne knocked two balls over the bar without reply before Dylan Sheehan, who had started the game in goal popped up on the edge of the box to score his first and his team’s third goal. Ardmore finished with a flurry when the excellent John Gleeson who was moved from midfield into the full forward line during the second half scored a goal and a point from play within two minutes late in the game. The final whistle rang out just after Conor Rooney slotted a nice point from play – his second on the game. This game served up some excellent football in very favourable conditions. Dylan Sheehan kept a clean sheet between the posts in the first half and was aided by the very dependable full back paring of Eoin Coffey and Mark Ormonde. Mark in particular had an excellent game – popping up all over the field, always hungry for possession, finding his target in the majority of cases despite the close attention of his markers. Conor Ormonde and Stevie Organ worked very hard throughout the game to repel the Ardmore attack whilst Cian and Conor Rooney worked tirelessly at midfield with some excellent high fielding under pressure. Rory Byrne is quickly forging a reputation for himself as an all-round player and tonight’s game will only reinforce that. Sean Begley was involved in many of the Affane counter attacks and Michéal and Oisín Power proved a threat throughout the game. The players that were introduced Cathal Carey, Oisín Coffey, Alex O’Sullivan and Dara Begley gave great accounts of themselves and will be vying for places with the rest of the panel in our next fixture. In a very sporting gesture the Affane mentors opted to voluntarily reduce their team to 10 men until such time as Ardmore had a full complement of players late in the first half. It needs to be acknowledged that the outcome of this game may well have been different had Ardmore a full complement of players from the start. For Affane, the most gratifying aspect would certainly have been their points tally of eleven, many of which were from play and the highest they have registered in some time. Many thanks to all parents who turned out on the night to support the team! Affane Panel: Dylan Sheehan, Mark Ormonde, Eoin Coffey, Stephen Organ (Capt), Cian Nolan, Conor Ormonde, Sean Begley, Conor Rooney, Michéal Dalton, Oisín Power, Cathal Carey, Dara Begley, Rory Byrne, Alex O’Sullivan, Oisín Coffey.
Waterford GAA Supporters Dublin
‘25th Anniversary and U-21 Appreciation Night’ Croke Park ON April 26th next join the Waterford GAA supporters club in Croke Park where we will be joined by Paul Flynn, Sean Power along with members of the 2016 All Ireland U-21 winning team. On the night there will be an informal Q&A with both team management and players along with the launch of our 2017 club membership. There will be also be a Waterford themed raffle on the night with fantastic prizes available Paul, who needs no introduction to Waterford hurling fans, was a selector on the successful 2016 U21 team as well as being a pivotal player on the 1992 U21 All Ireland winning team. Along with this Paul won 3 Munster Senior Titles, a National Hurling league and an All Star award with Waterford, while also
winning 8 county titles with his native Ballygunner and a famed Munster club title in 2001. Also speaking at the event will be Sean Power – Sean has successfully managed both Minor and U-21 winning All Ireland teams with Waterford which is a remarkable achievement when one considers the number of All Ireland titles which have come to the Deise over the years. There will be members of the U-21 winning team including the Bennett brothers, Patrick Curran, DJ Foran, Peter Hogan and Adam Farrell while both the Munster and All Ireland U-21 trophies will be on display on the night so plenty opportunities for photos etc. Our annual launch event has surged in popularity in recent years – it hardly seems like 12
months since we had a mighty night with Dan where we were treated to some great stories of his time both as a player and a selector with Waterford while we have also been lucky enough to have Ken McGrath, Stephen Molumphy and Tony Browne grace us with their presence also. This is always a great social and network event as well as an excellent opportunity to meet fellow Deise ‘exiles’ in Dublin. The Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin, now in this our 25th year was formed in 1992. We have grown steadily over the past quarter of a century with our primary objective continuing to support and raise funds for Waterford GAA across all codes while also providing a forum for Deise folk in Dublin.
Dungarvan Hillwalking Club WALK SCHEDULE APRIL 2017 Meeting point for the Sunday B & C walks - Scanlan’s Yard Car Park, near archway to Tudor. During BST (Summer) Sunday “C” walk start time will be 13:00 DATE CPF GRADE TIME LOCATION LEADER Meeting point for walks is Scanlan’s Yard car park, 10 minutes before walk time listed unless stated WALK MEETING PLACE OUTSIDE THE PARK HOTEL.
FOOD FESTIVAL WEEKEND Sunday, 23rd April €3 B 10:00 Comeraghs Tom Fitzgerald 087 986 0495 €3 C 13:00 Araglin Valley, Archaeological sites, Richard Dykes 086 241 1287 Sunday, 30th April €3 B 10:00 Comeraghs Colm Humpreys 087 232 6329 €3 C 13:00 Slievenamon Lillian Comerford 086 810 7321 Thursday Afternoon “C” Style
Walks. Meeting outside the Park Hotel at 13:30 20th April Eileen & Michael 087 1301493 Glen Patrick 27th April Margaret 087 6326283 Clonea Greenway Thursday afternoon “B” style walks. Meet outside Park Hotel at 12:30 Next Club Meeting is on Tuesday, 2nd May at 20:00. Tudor House, Dungarvan. REMEMBER NO BOOTS, NO WALK.
Dungarvan Hillwalking Club members on a recent walk to Mahon Falls in the Comeragh Mountains.
LISMORE GAA CLUB VICTORY SOCIAL
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were members of the extended Prendergast family.
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At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were Anthony Whelan and Michael Hickey. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were Jack Prendergast, Paddy Foley, Andy McGlone, David Smith and Graham Lyons. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were Dan, Mary, Maurice and Brian Shanahan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were Sinead Bennett, Sinead Kearney, Ciara O'Mahony and Colin Kearney. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Group enjoying the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Enjoying the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were John Whelan, Michael Shanahan, Mattie Prendergast, Brendan Landers and Dan Shanahan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
At the Lismore GAA Club victory social in the Community Hall Lismore were Ray, Stevie and Seanie Barry.
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SOCCER
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Stradbally FC RESULTS Infirmary Cup: Stradbally 2; Villa 3. Under 14 Kiely Gaule Cup: Ferrybank 1; Stradbally 2 JUNIOR Despite playing their part in a fine game, Stradbally exited this season's Infirmary Cup at the semifinal stage at the hands of city side Villa. The locals had the lions share of possession early on and tested the mettle of the uprights on three occasions, before a dismissal changed the dynamics of the game and Villa took the lead just before the break. Stradbally equalised via a Kevin Lawlor penalty kick, before the city side regained the lead after a forward slalomed through the rearguard. Onward the locals pressed back and a Lawlor brothers interchange saw Kevin strike his and Stradbally’s second. Time seemed to be running out and penalties beckoned, but Villa broke through to score the winner in the dying seconds. Team Kiko Casey, Philip Curran, Alan D'Arcy, Ger Crowley, Nicky Connors, Martin Coffey, Emmett Cummins, Paddy Kiely, Stephen Lawlor, Damien Sheehan, Kevin Lawlor. Subs: Pa Collins, Tony Collins, Paul Tobin. LEAGUE WINNERS Despite the disappointment of not qualifying for the Infirmary Cup Final, there was reason to be
cheerful in Ozier Park last Saturday. The Division Two League trophy was presented to the captain Emmett Cummins, on behalf of the team. After winning successive league titles, and this season remaining unbeaten during their campaign, Stradbally can look forward with confidence to First Division fare in 2017-18. SCHOOLBOYS Stradbally advanced in the Under 14 Cup when they overcame Ferrybank on a 2-1 scoreline. It was level at one-all, before Daire Walsh scored his and Stradbally’s second, a finely driven shot dipping just below the bar. A draw seemed likely when the hosts were awarded a penalty but Oran Grant made a fine save (not his first in either the game or the season) to seal the win for Stradbally and earn them a game v Tramore in the next round. Team Oran Grant, Will Comyn, Mikey O'Brien, John McAurther, Ultan McCusker, Cormac McGrath, Tommy Fennell, Rory Fennell, Conor Organ, Daire Walsh, Dara McGrath. Subs Darragh Quinn, Jamie Quinn, Rian O'Reilly, Jack Quinlan. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Our youngest members had another great morning of small sided games when they visited Portlaw on Saturday. Thanks to the local
United for hosting the games. Back to the normal Saturday morning activities this week at 10.30, and remember, new children and their parents are always welcome. LOTTO There was no winner in the Club Lotto Draw in O'Mahonys, Durrow on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 18, 17, 22, 24. €25 to Richard Hickey, Marian Fitzgerald and Paddy Joe Carey. Promoter’s prize: Geraldine McGrath. The next draw is 8th Whelan’s on April 30th and the Jackpot prize on offer will be €5,300. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. LAST MAN STANDING Excitement abounded last weekend as both our final 2 Remainers successfully crossed the Match Day 8 hurdle. FA Cup action on Saturday/Sunday means we take a break, but fear not, we return on the May Bank Holiday weekend with Match Day 9. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. For details contact Tadhg at 087 2306841. FIXTURES Thursday, April 20th Under 14 Kiely Gaule Cup Tramore v Stradbally 6.30 pm Saturday, April 22nd Under 13 League Stradbally v Carrick United 12.30 p.m.
WATERFORD SCHOOLBOY FOOTBALL LEAGUE (WSFL) FIXTURES FIXTURES Wednesday, April 19th (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-12A Tramore A v Southend Utd. (Park Rangers) Villa A v Ferrybank A (De La Salle) 6.00 pm U-12B De La Salle A v Carrick Utd. B (Ferrybank) Kilmacthomas v Piltown A (Ballyduff) Portlaw Utd. v Railway Ath. (Carrick Utd.) Wednesday, April 19th WSFL Under 13D Cup - The Watty Walsh Cup (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Ferrybank C v Piltown B (Park Rangers) 6.30 pm Wednesday, April 19th (Kick-off 6.45 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-16A Bohemians A v Tramore A (St. Pauls) Villa A v Carrick Utd. A (Seaview Celtic) Thursday, April 20th (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-12C Ballyduff v St. Pauls (Ballyduff) Bolton v St. Saviours (Bolton) De La Salle B v Ferrybank B (De La Salle) Kilmacow v Villa B (Kilmacow) Mooncoin Celtic v Piltown B (Mooncoin Celtic) Villa C v Bohemians B (Villa) 6.00 pm Thursday, April 18th (Kick off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-14A Ferrybank A v Piltown (St. Saviours) Thursday, April 20th WSFL Under 14C Cup - The Kiely Gaule Cup (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Tramore C v Stradbally (Kilmacow) 6.30 pm Thursday, April 20th (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-16A Southend Utd. v Ferrybank A (Villa) Thursday, April 20th WSFL Under 16B Cup - The Greenstar Cup (Kick-off 6.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Park Rangers v Kilmacow (Southend Utd.) Villa B v Piltown (Portlaw Utd.) 7.15 pm Saturday, April 22nd WSFL Under 11 Leagues (Kick-off 10.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated) Red Ferrybank A v Bohemians A (Home / Away) St. Pauls v Carrick Utd. A (Home / Away) Green Kilmacow v Dungarvan Utd A (Home / Away) Portlaw Utd. v Piltown A (Home / Away) Blue Johnville v Carrick Utd B (Home / Away) Orange
Bohemians B v Park Rangers B (Home / Away) Tramore C v Villa C (Home / Away) Purple Abbeyside v St. Saviours (Home / Away) Bohemians C v Bolton (Home / Away) 12.15 pm Villa B v Southend Utd B (Home / Away) Saturday, April 22nd (Kick off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-13A Carrick Utd A v Bohemians A (Mooncoin Celtic) U-13B Dungarvan Utd. A v De La Salle A (Kilmacthomas) Kilmacthomas v Piltown A (Ballinroad) Kilmacow v Park Rangers A (Tramore) Stradbally v Carrick Utd. B (Dungarvan Utd.) Villa B v Bohemians B (St. Saviours) Saturday, April 22nd WSFL Under 13A Cup The Johnny Barnes Cup - Quarter Finals (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Tramore A v Ferrybank A (De La Salle) Saturday, April 22nd WSFL Under 13C Cup - The Joe Delaney Cup Semi-Finals (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) St. Pauls v Ferrybank B (Southend Utd.) Mooncoin Celtic v Seaview Celtic (Carrick Utd.) Saturday, April 22nd WSFL Under 13D Cup - The Watty Walsh Cup Semi-Finals (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Ferrybank C / Piltown B v De La Salle B (Johnville) St. Saviours v Park Rangers B (Kilmacow) Saturday, April 22nd (Kick off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-15A Carrick Utd. A v Ferrybank A (Portlaw Utd.) Piltown v Dungarvan Utd. A (Ferrybank) Tramore A v Bohemians A (Park Rangers) Portlaw Utd v Southend Utd. (Piltown) U-15B Ferrybank B v W. Crystal (Villa) Saturday, April 22nd WSFL Under 15B Cup The Roy Power Cup (Kick-off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Villa B v Railway Athletic (Seaview Celtic) Saturday, April 22nd SFAI Skechers Under 12 Regional Cup Final The Jack Carthy Cup (Kick-off 11.00 a.m. unless otherwise stated) Borris St. Kevins v Southend Utd (Not Applicable) Venue: Evergreen Celtic FC - Kilkenny Saturday, April 22nd SFAI Skechers Under 15 Regional Cup Final The Shane Long Cup (Kick-off 2.00 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Villa v Evergreen Celtic (Not Applicable) Venue: Evergreen Celtic FC - Kilkenny.
€10,000 JACKPOT WON – Pictured is Colette Whelan and some of the Whelan family at the recent presentation of the €10,000 Dungarvan United FC Lotto jackpot Colette won in last week's draw. Present at the draw were the lotto committee Ber Whelan, Christy Power, John Sullivan and Vicky O'Donnell, Club Chairman David Walsh and ticket seller Ricky Whelan. During the presentation Ber congratulated Colette on the win and thanked everyone who has supported our club lotto and asked that they continue to do so. The club and lotto co-ordinators would like to thank everyone with kept numbers, all those who regularly buy tickets, our sellers and the business who sell our tickets from their premises. Tickets can continue to be purchased from Crotty’s, Florries Centra, Hallahan’s Chemist, Paddy Foley’s and The Tudor Bar. Please continue to support our club lotto as it is a vital fundraiser for Dungarvan United. We all wish Colette the very best and happy spending!
Dungarvan United FC FIXTURE Saturday 22.4.17: U-11 Girls Away to Kilmac 10.30 am U-13B Home to Delasalle 12.30 pm (Glass pitch) U-15A Away to Piltown 2.30 pm Premier Away to Villa 7.00 pm 4th Div. Home to St. Josephs 7.00 pm (Main pitch) Monday 24.2.17: U-14B Home to Johnville 6.15 pm (Glass pitch) Thursday 27.2.17 U-16A Away to Carrick 6.15 pm Thursday 27.2.17: U-12A Away to Southend 6.15 pm PREMIER DIVISION PREVIEW Villa v Dungarvan United, 7 pm kick-off, Saturday, 22nd April, Connors Park The Blues complete their league programme for 2016/17 with an away trip to Villa next Saturday evening. With Hibernians the league champions having already been crowned, and the relegation battle down to two sides (Ballybeg or Tramore Rangers), there is nothing other than pride at stake in this game for Villa or Dungarvan. Villa come into the game lying in third place in the division after a very strong season which sees them with a record of P17 W10 D3 L4. They are the only team this season to take points off Hibernians, when they drew 2-2 with them earlier in the year, and two of their four defeats have happened in recent weeks when it was clear that they could no longer catch Hibs at the top. Those defeats have both come at home, first to Hibs (1-3) last weekend, and 3-5 to Crystal the week before. Prior to these meaningless fixtures, they had conceded only fifteen goals in fifteen league games, showing they have a miserly defence to go with the second most potent strikeforce in the league, scoring an impressive thirty-nine league goals this campaign. Sitting a few places below Villa in the table in seventh, Dungarvan have had a similar end of season where they have lost a couple of games as the year winds down, after a long run of great form
through the engine room of the season from October to March. Like Villa, the Blues have also lost their last two outings, but before that had lost only one in nine, including a run to the quarter-final of the Munster Junior Cup. Their league record for the season currently stands at P17 W5 D2 L10, leaving them comfortably clear of the relegation battle, which they never looked like getting dragged into at any point in the season, even after a very difficult start when they played the top four finishing sides in the first two weeks. The sides have already met twice this season, with Villa winning 1-3 up in Kilrush Park early in the season. The Blues avenged this defeat with a 0-1 victory down in Connors Park in the third round of the Munster Junior Cup in January, handing Villa what was at that point their only home defeat of the season. Predicting the outcome of this game is next to impossible as end of season fixtures bear little resemblance to games played in the full
cut and thrust of the main league campaign. Both sides will want to put their best foot forward as preparation for the O’Neill’s Ardagh Premier Cup which begins in the next week or two. Dungarvan have drawn Tramore away, so the Blues will want to get back into a winning groove before their trip to Graun Park. ACADEMY UPDATE Our Easter camp kicked off this week with over 50 young blues and it was great to see the sun come out! Wednesday, 19th April 5-6 pm U-9 Training. Thursday, 20th April 5-6pm U10 Training. Saturday, 22nd April U-8s Home Game to Villa. U-9s Away to Johnville. All registered players will be text on Wednesday whem times are confirmed. LOTTO LOTTO LOTTO Due to Bank Holiday this week's draw will have taken place on Tuesday after we have gone to print. Results can be found on our Facebook page.
GENERAL SPORT
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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Members take to the sea at Claycastle BANK holiday Monday saw a large group from South Coast take to the sea at Claycastle for our first sea swim of the year. Conditions were near perfect with a flat calm sea and excellent visibility in the water, temp wasn’t too bad either once your face got use to the water. If these ideal conditions remain, we’ll be starting our weekly sessions in the sea in the very near future. This weekend also saw Sebastian Helka and Filip Kolodziej represent the club at the Intervarsities Champs Nenagh Triathlon. This was the first National Series race of 2017, Sebastian came home in a very respectable 6th position while Filip finished in 20th place. Two excellent results considering the high quality of the field. The club will also be starting our time trial league this week which will see our members taking to the roads every Tuesday evening for the next 10 weeks, they will race against the clock each week, best of luck to all taking part. If you’re interested in taking part please check the South Coast Website for more information (www.southcoast.club). PICTURED RIGHT –
South Coast Tri Club Members who took to the sea for the first time this year at Claycastle on Bank Holiday Monday.
West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles
Track and Field Season kicks-off on Wednesday IT will be all action on the track at the RSC Waterford as the secondary schools championships get underway at 12.00 on Wed., April 26th. Minors and juniors will compete in their own age groups with the inter and senior competing together. Events include 100m sprint, 800m,1500, relay, long jump, high jump, triple jump, shot, discus and javelin. There is a big entry in this year so competition will be keen across all the age groups. All the local schools will be represented and we wish all the West Waterford athletes competing the best of luck. BIG SCHOOLS READY FOR ACTION ON THURSDAY, MAY 4th On Thursday, May 4th it will be the turn of the primary schools athletes to take to the track. Arrangements are now complete for the first session of the sports for big schools which will get under way at 6.30 pm sharp. Parents and teachers should arrive early, as line up for the sprints will start at 6.15 pm. Parking inside the grounds will be limited and those who arrive late will have to park outside and walk in. If you are parking on the road please park in a sensible way to allow the free flow of traffic on the road. Parents with children in the younger age groups should be in the Friary before 6 pm to allow time for parking and getting to the lineup area. Every year we have one or two disappointed children who arrive in the field at five minutes past six to find they have missed their race. As there is such a large programme we will start on time. There is a large entry in these qualifying heats and there will be three heats in each of the sprints and all the young athletes will be attempting to qualify for the Western finals.
Eoin O'Brien getting the hang of the Shot Putt.
Jake Hallissey gets good height in the long jump.
We ask all parents, teachers and athletes to comply with the instruction of our stewards to ensure the safety of everyone. This year there will be 14 schools competing in the big schools section to even out the number of schools competing in both the small and big school sections. There should be some close and exciting as the youngsters vie for places in the Western Finals. ST. SENANS OPEN SPORTS A small group of athletes travelled to Kilmacow on Monday last to compete in their annual open sports. There were some good individual performances with David Nyhan. Ian Holmes and Sophie Crottty all qualifying for the finals of the sprints. Training continues this week on Wednesday and Friday at 6 p.m. in the Friary, DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Saturday, April 22nd Munster Junior & under 23 and Juvenile Multi Events RSC. Sunday, April 23rd Leevale Open Sports CIT. Wednesday, April 26th Waterford Secondary School Sports Waterford RSC 12.30 pm Wednesday, May 3rd East
Munster Girls Championships Waterford RSC at 12.00. Thursday, 4th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Big Schools St Augustines at 6.30. Wednesday 10th May East Munster Boys Championships Templemore at 11.30. Thursday, 11th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Small Schools St. Augustines at 6.30. Sunday, 14th May County Champiomships Day 1 Waterford RSC at 11.00. Thurs., 18th May Western Primary Schools Sports St Augustines at 6.30 Saturay, 20th May Glohealth Munster Schools Championships CIT Cork at 9.30 Sunday, 21st May County Championships Day 2 Waterford RSC at 11.00 Thursday, June 1st County Schools Finals Saturday June 3rd & Sunday 4th Munsters under 9 - 13 Ennis Saturday, June 4th Glohealth All Ireland Schools Championships Tullamore at 9 am Saturday, June 17th & Sunday, 18th June Munsters under 14-19 CIT.
Finisk Valley Athletic Club CLUB members travelled to Kilmacow on Sunday last for Kilmacow open sports and another huge number of young athletes competed. Club athletes had another brilliant days sport taking home many trophies. Kate Nugent got us off to a great start in the girls under 8 60 metres going through to the final from her heat taking second place in the final. Saoirlaith Mernin had a fine performance in the girls under 9 80 metres to finish fourth in her heat. In the boys under 9 80 metres, Tomas Scanlon and Cadan Scanlon had fine performances just missing out on places in the final. In the girls under 10 80 metres, we had four competitors all making the final. Lucy Nugent winning her heat, Ava Flavin winning her heat, Brooke Dunford 2nd in her heat. The final was hotly contested with
a brilliant win for Lucy Nugent and fine running from Ava Flavin on third place. It was a very close finish as the first three were almost on the line together and fine running from Brooke Dunford in fifth place and Suin Mernin in sixth place. Lucy Nugent had another super run in the girls under 10 300 metres to come home on easy winner and to round off a brilliant day for the under 10 girls they took part in the under 10 4 x 200 relay and it was here they really showed their class. The relay was a straight final with eight teams. The girls got off to a brilliant start and came home clear winners with about 80 metres to spare. The team - Lucy Nugent, Ava Flavin, Brooke Dunford and Siún Mernin. Sean Og Costin having his first outing with the club had a fine
performance in the boys under 10 80 metres just missing out on a place in the final. In the boys under 11 80 metres Lee Dunford had a fine performance to take third place in his heat and just missing out on a medal in the final finishing in fourth place. Corey Scanlon had a fine performance in the boys under 12 80 metres to win his heat and finished fourth in the final. Corey went on to have a fine competition in the boys under 12 shot putt where he finished in second place with a throw of 8 metres 9 centimetres. The boys had a fine performance in the 4 x 200 relay finishing in fifth place. The team was Corey Scanlon, Brian Scanlon, Lee Dunford and Sean Og Costin. Well done to all on a great days sport.
Waterford Schoolboys Football League (WSFL) Results U-12A Ballinroad 0; Ferrybank A 4 U-12B Carrick Utd. B 0; Piltown A 3 Park Rangers A 3; Kilmacthomas 0 U-12C Bohemians C 4; St. Saviours 3 Ferrybank B 1; Kilmacow 2 Mooncoin Celtic 2; Tramore C 1 Piltown B 3; Bolton 2 Tramore B 3; Park Rangers B 0 Villa B 3; Bohemians B 7 WSFL Under 13D Cup - The Watty Walsh Cup Bohemians C 1; Park Rangers B 3 WSFL Under 14C Cup - The Kiely Gaule Cup Ferrybank B 1; Stradbally 2 U-16A Tramore A 4; Portlaw Utd. 0 WSFL Under 16B Cup - The Greenstar Cup Villa B 3; Carrick Utd. B 0 U-12B Seaview Celtic 4; Railway Ath 2 U-14B Ballinroad A 4; Johnville 1 Tramore B 2; Southend Utd. B 2
U-14C Railway Athletic 1; Ballinroad B 2 U-16A Bohemians A 5; Ferrybank A 5 Carrick Utd. A 6; Dungarvan Utd. 1 Southend Utd. 2; Villa A 2 WSFL Under 16B Cup - The Greenstar Cup Ferrybank B 3; Park Rangers 6 Piltown 3; Johnville 1 U-12B De La Salle A 3; Portlaw 2 U-12C De La Salle B 1; Ferrybank B 2 U-13A Johnville 1; Carrick Utd. A 6 U-13B Piltown A 2; De La Salle A 1 Kilmacow 2; Villa B 0 WSFL Under 13D Cup - The Watty Walsh Cup St. Saviours 2; Tramore B 0 WSFL Under 14C Cup - The Kiely Gaule Cup Railway Ath. 5; Bohemians B 1 WSFL Under 15B Cup - The Roy Power Cup Park Rangers 1; Abbeyside 1 AET (Park Rangers won 4-2 on penalties) W. Crystal 1; Ballinroad 5
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Club enters Rás na Mumhan international RACING NEWS The 4 day Rás Mumhan International race got underway in Killorglin, Co. Kerry on Good Friday with a 96 kilometre stage that included 4 categorised climbs. And in true Kerry fashion after a long dry spell the heavens opened for the race! Despite this the stage was one of the fastest in recent times with an average speed of nearly 44 kph. Dungarvan Cycling Club entered a team of 5 but unfortunately only 4 started as Daryl Kearns had to stay at home due to illness. Marc Flavin, John Hodge, Aidan Connell and George MacLeod took to the line ready for what lay ahead. The usual mad dash at breakneck speed out the Killarney road opened the stage with riders losing contact early on. From here on the race switched to narrow, rolling and heavy roads where the bunch was gradually whittled down to a much smaller group than the 178 that started. Several breaks formed and were caught before a large bunch of 82 riders reached Killorglin together for the tough finish up the main street. Tom Mazzone (Isle of Man) took the stage from Matteo Ciagala (Aquablue) with Paudi O’Brien (Killorglin) in 3rd. Marc Flavin and John Hodge finished in this bunch also. Aidan Connell came home in the 3rd bunch to finish with George MacLeod coming in in the next group. Such was the severity of the stage that 15 riders finished outside the time limit and are on their way home already! Stage 2 of Ras Mumhan got underway at 11 am on Easter Saturday from a dry but cold Listowel in Co. Kerry. Ahead lay 130 tough kilometres with some 9 KOM climbs along the way. As with the first stage the pace was extremely fast in the early stages and just fast for the rest! A breakaway group of 5 contested the finish up
the hill in Athea with Paul Kennedy (Newcastle West) taking the honours from 2016 An Post Ras stage winner Eoin Morton (UCD). Dillon Byrne (VCUK Velochampion) completed the podium in 3rd. Behind the race was in bits! There was another group of 7 some 20 seconds back containing stage 1 winner and yellow jersey Tom Mazzone (Isle of Man). The main field lost considerable time on the 12 men who comprised the front and chase groups.The race split to pieces, with the third, small, group on the road losing more than two minutes and everyone else over three minutes behind. Over half an hour had passed before all riders were across the line! Marc Flavin and John Hodge came in 44th and 46th at 3:22, Aidan Connell was 124th at 20:11 and George MacLeod was 146th at 32:11. Overall Paul Kennedy leads the race with Marc Flavin 46th at 3:24, John Hodge lies 49th at ST, Aidan Connell is 132nd at 37:14 and George MacLeod is 151st at 55:42. Stage 3 is the famous Valentia Island stage that zig zags and criss crosses the Kerry countryside around Waterville. 155 kilometres with a Cat 1 climb thrown in for good measure along with 6 others, you can be sure it will be a well strung out peloton that comes into the finish in Waterville. Stage 3 of Ras Mumhan was 150 kilometres based out of Waterville. The longest stage of the race was always going to be the real turning point. And on a day when strong winds blew the peloton to bits, the time gaps were significant. Lawrence Carpenter of the Surrey League Team took the stage from Ronan McLaughlin (Aqua Blue Academy) and Keith Finn (Planet-X Bikes). John Hodge had a great day on the tough Kerry roads coming home in 21st place only 27 seconds behind the winner.
Next home was Marc Flavin in 37th place at 2:14. The race was blown apart so much that no group on the road had much more than 20 riders in it! Aidan Connell was next home in 110th place at 28:44. Then we had George MacLeod coming in 136th at 42:27. Super riding by all on a tough day. Overall with one stage remaining Dillon Byrne (VCUK Velo Champion) take over as leader by only 16 seconds from Ronan McLaughlin (Aquablue) with first stage winner Tom Mazzone (Isle of Man) only another second back. John Hodge lies 23rd overall at 3:44. Marc Flavin is 37th at 5:31. Aidan Connell is 119th at 1:05:51 and George MacLeod is 140th at 1:37:52. The final stage and it’s all to race for at the top of the GC so the day is sure to be a fast and attacking one. It’s 115 kilometers with the first 75 kilometers mostly flat before the race switches to the laps of Killorglin that are covered 10 times with the leg bursting climb through the town each lap! We’ll have a report on the last stage next week. The Ras Mumhan team would like to thank Dungarvan Nissan for the use of a car over the weekend and also Kevin Forde of Daybreak service station for filling the tank with petrol before they left. Two great supporters of DCC always, that’s again. Sunday also saw racing in Rathdowney, Co Laois with Alan Landers and Davy Nugent making the trip up there. Alan was in the A3 race and it was a tough race made worse by cross winds and it was lined out a good few times with guys getting dropped early on. Alan managed to hang on and gave a great gallop to the line finishing outside the places but not far away. Well done Alan. Davy rode a good race with the A4’s finishing in the bunch at the end.
Pictured at Dungarvan Nissan are Eddie Fitzgerald and John C. Flood presenting the keys of a car to Dungarvan Cycling Club’s Marc Flavin ahead of this weekend’s Rás Mumhan. Dungarvan Cycling Club’s Rás Mumhan team are grateful to Dungarvan Nissan for giving them the use of this car as team car for the weekend.
Tourin, Grade H runners-up in the Munster Badminton Finals. We would like to congratulate our badminton players' successes at the recent Munster Club Finals. Waterford BC won Grade C and Kilmacthomas won Grades G and F. Tourin put in s solid performance to finish runners-up. We wish the teams progressing to the All-Ireland stage the very best of luck.
Waterford BC Grade C winners in the Munster Badminton Finals.
Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club LADIES AND GENTS CAPTAIN’S DAY Mary O'Neill and Aiden O'Rourke Captain’s Day was on April 17th. Full details next week DATES TO REMEMBER Cunnigar Scratch Cup 6th May, tee off between 8.30 am and 2.30 pm Munster Ladies and Gents Strokeplay entries close 17th May. Finals in ESB Cork, 17th and 18th June. PUBS LEAGUE 2017 GET YOUR TEAMS READY FOR THE 2017 PUBS LEAGUE. LAST YEAR’S WINNERS WERE PADDY FOLEYS BAR SO LETS SEE IF THEY CAN GET 3 IN-AROW. ENTRIES MUST BE IN BY MONDAY, 22ND MAY AND THE DRAW WILL BE MADE ON WEDNESDAY, 24TH MAY. SEE YOU ALL SOON WEDNESDAY LADIES TOURNAMENTS Our course is now open so games are to continue as before. Names in by 10 am tee off 10.30 am. Nett: Lorraine Troy, Bridget Walsh, Ann Raher. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Breda Murphy, Breda Foley. SATURDAY TOURNAMENTS Name in by 1 pm, tee off at 1:30
pm. Nett: Marie Forde, Paul O'Riordan. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Aiden O'Rourke. Easter Egg winners were: Paddy Noonan, Lorraine Troy, Liam Simms, Cait Mulcahy, Patsy Hackett, Jacinta O'Mahoney, Aiden O'Rourke, Mary O'Neill. BONUS NUMBER Winner of bonus number 13 was Meabh Fikadu Kebede. DID YOU KNOW A ball which is unplayable because it is too close to a tree or a shrub must be dropped under penalty of one stroke if the tree or shrub is free standing. If the tree or shrub is staked it is a free drop. The ball must be dropped within 2 club lengths but not nearer the hole. WHEN USING YOUR FOB PLEASE REMEMBER TO CLOSE THE GATE WHEN ENTERING AND LEAVING THE COURSE. IF THESE RULES ARE NOT ADHERED TO, ACTION WILL HAVE TO BE TAKEN. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the
correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. PLEASE NOTE Any one found to be teeing off onto greens not in play will be dealt with by the committee. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. CLOTHES COLLECTION Once again we are collecting clothes, bags, shoes, curtains, bed linen, towels to raise funds to help with the up keep of our club. It is an essential fundraiser for our club and has proved to be a great success. Any donation will be much appreciated. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €85 Family €155 Over 60's €55 Juveniles €50 Life Members €35 Extra fob €10 PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! Remember pitch and putt is only a game so go out and enjoy it.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
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Garda Pat Noctor Awards expanded OVER the past 23 years the "Pat Noctor" Sports Awards have recognised the sporting achievements of young people in the Dungarvan Garda District. The Pat Noctor award for 2016 will be expanded to recognise the contributions and achievements of young people throughout the County of Waterford, not only in the area of sport but also to those who are making a positive contribution to their Communities. The Dungarvan Garda Social Club would like to thank everybody who made the awards such a success over the years. The people who have sat on judging committees, John A. Murphy RIP, Mary Ashe, Jim Joe Landers, Tony Ryan and also Kieran O’Connor who did MC for many years. Dungarvan Brass Band for providing excellent entertainment every year without
fail. Tom Keith for writing citations and printing certificates. Frankie O’Neill for helping to provide the beautiful piece of Waterford Crystal that was presented to the winner every year. The staff and pupils of Ard Scoil na nDeise for providing their facilities to hold the awards and the all important cup of tea afterwards. Awards will be considered for nominated young people between the ages of 12 and 18 years, who, by their activities, make their communities a better place to live in, or who have shown great determination in their own lives. Nominations will also be accepted for a group of young people, such as a committee or subcommittee, or any other group that meets the criteria. Award winners will be notified in writing and will be invited to attend
an awards ceremony which will be held in Dungarvan Town Hall, County Waterford on the 20th May, 2017. This event will be open to the general public and it is hoped that supporters of all nominees will attend. If you would like to nominate any young person(s) for these awards please complete the form (in as much detail as possible) and return
it to Garda Aidan McCarthy JLO, Dungarvan Garda Station or Garda Ken McDonald JLO Waterford Garda Station or email to aidan.p.mccarthy@garda.ie or ken.p.mcdonald@garda.ie Application forms can be downloaded from www.garda.ie or picked up at any Garda Station within the Division. Before 12 Midnight on 6th May, 2017.
RULES OF THE COMPETITION 1. Awards are confined to young people who are not less than 12 years and not more than 18 years on December 31st, 2016. 2. Nominees must reside within Waterford County/Garda Division (Comprising of the Districts: Waterford, Dungarvan and Tramore) 3. These awards are to recognise achievements up to and including 2016. 4. Individuals or groups may be nominated. 5. The judge’s decision is final. 6. Anyone (including family members) may nominate a person or group whom they feel deserves an award.
Robin Hickey and Cian Conway with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for March/April. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Doireann Eaton and Kara Curtin with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for March/April. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
A LOOK BACK AT LAST YEAR’S WINNERS – Pat Noctor Supreme Young Sports Star of the Year Award 2015 presentation. Group picture of the twelve nominees for the Pat Noctor Award 2015 or their representatives. Included are Kirsty Reddy who accepted the cup on behalf of Jayson Molumby; Claire Reddy (Jayson’s mother); Paddy Reddy (Jayson’s grandfather); Mrs. Judy Noctor, Mary Butler TD, Chief Superintendent Patrick Murphy; Superintendent Michael Leacey; Garda Aidan McCarthy, Juvenile Liaison Officer; Mary Ashe, Adjudicator; Jim Joe Landers, Adjudicator and Tony Ryan, Adjudicator.
Career four-timer for James at Waterford Point-to-Point JOCKEY Rob James had a great afternoon at the Waterford Hunt Point-to-Point meeting held at Curraghmore, Portlaw on Sunday last when he recorded four wins from four mounts at the six race card. Dungarvan owner/breeder John P. Kiely saw his colours carried to victory twice by James, firstly in the winners’ of one by Bee A Beneficiary and in the five year old mares’ maiden with Baby Bee crossing the line with two lengths to spare. Peterbrough and The Great Getaway were the jockey’s other two winning mounts. The confined hunt maiden was won by Laketour Leader trained in Tramore by John Flavin for his father Pat. Knocknacassa King won the concluding six year old and upwards geldings maiden for owner / breeder Pat Fizgerald ridden by Shane Baragry. Goffs Punchestown Sale 4-Y-O Geldings’ Maiden of €800. 3 Miles. 1. Monbeg Syndicate’s Peterborough (FR) b g (Fuisse - Peony Girl) 11-11 mr. R. James 2. D. Tobin’s Cheer’s Delboy 11-6 Mr. S. Fitzgerald 3. Ms. S. Keane’s Getaway Trump 11-11 Mr. J. C. Barry. 8 ran. Nk, 2L, Sh Hd. (Winner trained by
Donnchadh Doyle). J. P. Flavin - Lake Tour Stables 5-Y-O Geldings’ Maiden of €800. 3 Miles. 1. Monbeg Syndicate’s The Great Getaway b g (Getaway - Park Mist) 12-2 Mr. R. James 2. W. Bates’ Rollerball Rocco 11-11 Mr. T. P. Roche 3. Ms. D. O’Connell’s Over The Arch 12-2 Mr. R. J. Kiely. 9 ran. 5L, Nk, 2L. (Winner trained by Donnchadh Doyle). Tattersalls Ireland Winners of One of €1,400. 3 Miles. 1. J. P. Kiely’s Bee A Beneficiary b m (Beneficial - Windy Bee) 6-11-11 Mr. R. James 2. E. Doyle’s Double Captain 7-11-11 Mr. C. M. Healy 3. R. Fitzgerald’s Hilly Lady 7-11-11 Mr. R. J. Kiely. 10 ran. 1L, 8L, 4L. (Winner trained by Robert Widger). Kilbarry Lodge Stud 5-Y-O Mares’ Maiden of €1,200. 3 Miles. 1. J. P. Kiely’s Baby Bee b m (Flemensfirth Pure Honey) 6-11-11 Mr. R. James 2. J. R. Motherway’s Something Sweet 5-1111 Mr. R. J. Kiely
3. Mrs. P. Halley’s Perle Rose 5-11-11 Mr. J. C. Barry. 10 ran. 2L, 2L, 3L. (Winner trained by Robert Widger). Vincent Halley - Horse Trainer, Billy Burke Fish Merchant and Talbot Hotel, Wexford 5Y-O & Upwards Confined Hunt Maiden of €1,200. 3 Miles. 1. P. T. Flavin’s Laketour Leader b g (Publisher - Gay De Cheen) 5-12-2 Mr. H. D. Dunne 2. Ross and Co. Syndicate’s Ohbaby 6-11-6 Mr. D. Kiely 7 ran. 4L. Only 2 Horses Finished. (Winner trained by J. P. Flavin). Gain Horse Feeds 6-Y-O & Upwards Geldings’ Maiden for Novice Riders of €1,200. 3 Miles. 1. P. D. & B. Fitzgerald’s Knocknacassa King b g (Wizard King - Beganze) 6-12-2 Mr. S. J. P. Baragry 2. L. G. O’Brien’s Taylor’s Guest 8-12-2 Miss C. V. Annan 3. M. Gleeson’s Insufficient Funds 7-12-2 Mr. J. W. Kenny 8 ran. 3L, 2L, 5L. (Winner trained by P. D. Fitzgerald).
Jack Quinn and Callum Power with their Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for March/April. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Shane Enright with his Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for March/April. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Dylan McGill with his Clonea Strand Hotel swim awards for March/April. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 21 April, 2017
Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Tipperary – Thursday, 20th April (First Race 5.10) Dundalk – Friday, 21st April (First Race 5.55) Kilbeggan – Friday, 21st April (First Race 5.00) Limerick – Saturday, 22nd April (First Race 1.45) Navan – Sunday, 23rd April (First Race 2.15)
Blackmore double all but secures title RACHAEL Blackmore all but secured the title of Champion Conditional rider with two winners at Cork on Easter Sunday. The Killenaule, County Tipperary jockey moved on to the 31-winner mark for the season and leads both Donagh Meyler and JJ Slevin by seven after winning the 2m maiden hurdle on 7/4 favourite Look Closer and the beginners’ chase on 9/2 chance Static Jack. Both winners are trained by Ellmarie Holden. Adrian Heskin teamed up with Andrew McNamara to win the Grade 3 Vincent O’Brien Centenary Chase with 9/4 chance Val De Ferbet which easily accounted for evens favourite A Toi Phil. It was McNamara’s biggest success as a trainer to date. Mark Walsh rode his first winner since returning from injury when partnering the Robert Tyner-trained Don’t Kick Nor Bite to win the 2m3f maiden hurdle at odds of 3/1. John Kiely and Brian Hayes took the handicap hurdle over the same distance with 25/1 chance Conduct Yourself and Hayes completed a double when Boru Boy, trained in Gorey, County Wexford by Ger Murphy, won the 3m handicap hurdle at odds of 7/1. Midleton, County Cork trainer Johnny Hurley recorded his first winner when 7/1 chance Sunchyme won the 3m maiden hurdle in the hands of Danny Mullins. Patrick Mullins landed a valuable success as he aims to retain his Champion Amateur crown when taking the bumper on 4/6 favourite Minella Beau which is trained by his father Willie.
Walsh favourite Seabass dies SEABASS, third under Katie Walsh behind Neptune Collonges in the 2012 Grand National, has died at the age of 14 following a suspected heart attack. The former Ted Walsh-trained chaser was spending his retirement with 26year-old Papillon, the trainer's 2000 Grand National hero, and 24-year-old multiple chase winner Rince Ri at Walsh’s stables in Kill, County Kildare.
Red-Hot Harrington Takes Three At Cork JESSICA Harrington continued her fine run of form with a treble on the all-Flat card at Cork on Saturday. Two of her winners were owned by her daughter Kate who was on hand as 9/1 chance Lady Derrynane got Tom Madden off the mark for the season in the mile handicap. In the same colours, 5/1 chance Caherdaniel took the 10f maiden under Colm O’Donoghue and the County Cork rider recorded a second winner and Harrington’s third as 9/4 Light That took the 10f handicap in gutsy fashion. Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen were the other big winners on the card as the talented Zhukova made a winning return in the Listed Noblesse Stakes. She scored at odds of 1/3 favourite and will certainly be stepping back up in class after her comfortable two length success over Henry de Bromhead’s Island Remede. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane captured the opening 8f maiden with 4/1 chance Gold Spinner and at double those odds, Edward O’Grady’s Roconga won the 10f handicap under Seamus Heffernan. There was a 12/1 winner of the concluding 7f handicap as Leigh Roche partnered Aspen Belle to win for Navan-based trainer Pat Martin.
Road To Respect ridden by Bryan Cooper, far side, winner, and Yorkhill ridden by Ruby Walsh, near camera, 2nd, racing away from the last fence in The Ryanair Gold Cup Novice Steeplechase at Fairyhouse on Sunday, 16 April, 2017. [Caroline Norris]
Mixed day at Fairyhouse for title chasing Willie Mullins THE race to become champion trainer will certainly be one of the stories as the 2016/2017 National Hunt season draws to a close and Willie Mullins enjoyed mixed fortunes at Fairyhouse on Easter Sunday as he bids to rein in Gordon Elliott. Mullins made a brilliant start to the day as he landed a 1-2 in the Grade 1 Irish Stallion Farms EBF Mares Novice Hurdle Championship Final when 8/1 shot Augusta Kate bounced back to form under David Mullins to beat the Ruby Walsh-ridden 8/13 favourite Let’s Dance. But he lost out as another of his Cheltenham Festival winners, Yorkhill went down by a neck to Noel Meade’s Road To Respect in the Grade 1 Ryanair Gold Cup Novice Chase. Bryan Cooper got the well-supported 7/2 chance, himself a winner at Cheltenham last month, home ahead of the 4/7 favourite which jumped badly to his left after pulling his way to the front at the fourth fence.
Meade landed a second notable success when the Danny Bensonridden Red Jack impressed in the valuable Tattersalls Ireland George Mernagh Memorial Sales Bumper at odds of 11/8 favourite. The session had begun well for punters as the Tony Martin-trained 11/10 favourite Tudor City won the opening maiden hurdle under Davy Russell who went on to complete a double when 8/1 chance Hurricane Ben, trained by James Sheehan in Dungourney, County Cork, won the novice handicap chase. Killaro Boy, trained in Rathowen, County Westmeath by Adrian Murray, won the rated novice chase in great style at odds of 6/1 under Barry Browne. Another claiming rider to visit the winners’ enclosure was Andrew Ring who partnered Fridaynightlights to win the novice handicap hurdle for Gordon Elliott. The winner was backed from 25/1 to 10/1 on course.
Codd nets valuable Tramore winner JAMIE Codd recorded a valuable success as he bids to wrestle the amateur riders’ championship from Patrick Mullins, when he won the handicap chase on the Gordon Elliott-trained Presenting Julio at Tramore on Monday. The pair went level on 32 winners after the 9/4 favourite drew clear between the final two fences to win by six lengths from Willow Grange. Andrew Slattery won the hunters’ chase with 9/10 favourite Dimple. The winner was ridden by 17-year-old Liam
Quinlan and Slattery related afterwards that his first success as a trainer came in the same race 20 years ago. Davy Russell teamed up with Castlelyons, County Cork trainer Rodger Sweeney to win the opening maiden hurdle with 7/1 chance Ineffable while Doneraile-based Con O’Keeffe took the five-year-old maiden hurdle with the Barry John Foley-ridden 20/1 shot Kilbarry Cushty, a horse that O’Keeffe also bred and owns. David O’Brien, who trains in Piltown, County
Kilkenny, won the 2m handicap hurdle with 14/1 chance Icelip which was ridden by Sean Flanagan. Andrew Lynch rode his second winner since he returned from his lengthy spell on the sidelines through injury when partnering Matthew Smith’s 10/1 chance Prince Garyantle in the 2m5f handicap hurdle. There was a 16/1 winner of the bumper as Finny Maguire made all the running on the John Nicholson-trained Fort Montagu.
Fozzy Stack still dreaming at Tipperary FOZZY Stack has made a fine start to his training career and he notched up his sixth winner when Onenightidreamed landed the conditions’ race at Tipperary on Tuesday. The 4/7 favourite battled well under Chris Hayes to see off Master Speaker and could now run in the Amethyst Stakes at Leopardstown. Johnny Murtagh and Seamus Heffernan combined to win the opening fillies’ maiden with 3/1 chance Tobacco Bay while Henry de Bromhead and Wayne Lordan landed the median auction maiden 6/1 chance Pecheurs De Perles. Pat Smullen won the opening division of the handicap on the Aidan Howard-
trained 15/8 favourite Not A Whisper and the second leg of the same race went to Dasheen and Billy Lee for County Tyrone trainer Jane Gillespie. The apprentice handicap went to the well-supported 6/1 chance Head Turner which was ridden for Pat Fahy by Clare jockey Dylan Hogan who was riding his ninth winner. Ana O’Brien and he trainer brother Joseph were on the mark in the concluding maiden with 20/1 chance Kalopsia which got the better of the Aidan O'Brien-trained 7/4 favourite Clear Skies. Both the first and second are owned by JP McManus.