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have been broadcast several times over the year on Sky 191. This has generated huge publicity for the festival and for Dungarvan and its cultural attractiveness. The big news for this year’s festival which features a virtual who’s who of trad performers, is that three production companies will attend over the five days. On Thursday, May 28th, coinciding with the Schools Songs Project in the Park Hotel,

Council wants moratorium on new wind farm applications By Michael Quinn WATERFORD City and County Council has called for a halt for new commercial wind farm planning applications around the county until new national guidelines are published by the Government. Constant humming noise and “flickering” from lights on wind farms were causing misery and distress to residents in West Waterford. People living in proximity to the turbines feared their houses would be devalued by the appearance of large rotating turbines. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan (FF) proposed that the Council request the Minister of the Environment, Community and Local Government to place a moratorium on the

granting of any new planning applications for commercial wind farm projects as they would be premature prior to the emergence and finalisation of new national guidelines. The wind energy strategy in County Waterford was based on national guidelines which were first published in 2006 and were now outdated and too old in terms of modern technological advancements. Turbines were getting bigger and louder and new planning guidelines were needed, Cllr. O’Ryan said. “The national guidelines are no longer fit for purpose in relation to size, height, tolerance levels and closeness to residential dwellings as they are outdated,” he said. Continued on page 2

Forefront Productions, the Fleadh programme experts will be present primarily to record Festival Chairman Micheál Marrinan. “Series na Baléid” presenter John Spillane well-known singer and entertainer will converse with Micheál on the background to songs which he researched some years back. Once again, Irish TV will have a crew here on the Saturday and Sunday of the

festival. Another company Red Shoe whose principals are well known to the festival committee, are commissioned to produce a documentary on a festival. Their choice of Dungarvan has given an added impetus to this year’s event with the news as we go to press that at least two other high profile musicians and media personalities Finbar Furey and Donal Lunny will be present at the festival over the weekend.

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new planning applications as they granting of any wind farm projects emerfor commercial prior to the would be premature of new national Council gence and finalisation City and County WATERFORD commercial guidelines. a halt for new strategy in County has called for The wind energy national guidelines applications around was based on wind farm planning new national guidelines Waterford first published in 2006 and the county until of which were the Government. and too old in terms are published by noise and “flicker- were now outdated Constant humming farms were caus- modern technological advancements. and louder on wind in West ing” from lights were getting bigger distress to residents to Turbines planning guidelines were needed, ing misery and living in proximity and new Waterford. People their houses would be Cllr. O’Ryan said. no longer rotatguidelines are the turbines feared “The national appearance of large to size, height, relation devalued by the in fit for purpose to residential ing turbines. levels and closeness he said. O’Ryan (FF) proposed of the tolerance Cllr. Michael J. are outdated,” request the Minister Local dwellings as they that the Council and on page 2 Community on the Continued Environment, place a moratorium Government to

Sarah carries Waterford hopes in Rose of Tralee Regional Festival

Pictured is Kevin Moran, Waterford, with his GAA / GPA Opel Player of the Month Award at Croke Park recently.

Sarah TALLOW native, carrying Tobin, will be to Waterford’s hopes end of Portlaoise at the takes part May when she Final of in the Regional the Rose of Tralee. Staff Sarah (23) a University Nurse at Cork as Hospital, was selectedfor Rose the Waterford extremely 2015, and is represent honoured to and her family, friends, the locality as take part the Rose. Tallow, who will Sarah Tobin, from Tralee from 28th to 31st Waterford Waterford Rose See page 3 of the Rose of in the Regional Final May.

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Council wants moratorium on new wind farm applications FROM FRONT PAGE “Developers are obtaining planning permission in some case on a mismatch between what the guidelines were initially and what they should be today. For starters wind mills have become taller, in some cases 50% larger, and engines are more powerful and the noise from them louder,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. The number of wind mills had increased dramatically and developers were obtaining planning permission on the basis of national guidelines that were outdated, he added. The Minister was urged to take cognisance of the difficulties that have arisen and to immediately publish the new best practice guidelines and to seriously look at biomass as a viable alternative option in the future greening of the Irish countryside. Sinn Fein’s Siobhan Whelan said the Government should take into account the bad experiences of communities living near wind farms. The constant noise levels and flickering lights from turbines were disorientating. Wind farms were heavily subsidised by the Government and money was being spent to prop up big companies while at the same time bills were getting higher.

The current guidelines were outdated as the wind farms were getting bigger and masts were getting higher. More rigid guidelines were needed to take these changes into account. She said she was not against the very sensible push for renewable energy but the move should not be confined to wind. The tourism industry would be damaged if wind farms were allowed to be dotted around the countryside. Cllr. Mary Butler (FF), Comeragh, said wind farms were damaging the quality of life of people living near the turbines. Cllr. Pat Nugent (FG) said he lived close to two windmills and eight more would soon be in position. The two mills working in his area were causing considerable problems for householders in so far as “noise and flicker” were concerned. Many people were unaware of the size of the turbines when planning was granted. People in the Villierstown–Aglish areas now feared their houses will be devalued by the proximity of wind turbines which would blight the countryside. Cllr. John O’Leary (FF) said he would not like to be living under a wind turbine. They were obnoxious and soul destroying.

Cllr. Cha O’Neill said he was shown a wind farm in a forest near Pulla, above Dungarvan. Turbines were unsightly and he was led to believe that in 20 years time they would become obsolete and there was no place in Ireland to dismantle them. He felt sorry for people who were suffering because of turbines. This was disgraceful and the reason was greed. Cllr. John Pratt (Lab) said the problems being caused by turbines were not foreseen. The Council could not allow unsightly turbines to undermine the quality of life of people living near them. Cllr. Declan Doocey (FG) said wind farms were causing many difficulties for people living close to them. Mayor James Tobin (FF) said there was an onus on him to support the resolution. Wind farms had turned out to be a most divisive development and they had divided communities and families all over the county. They were the most divisive development that came into a parish, he said. Cllr. Seanie Power (FG) said turbines were causing fear and stress and people could not sleep at night because of noise.

OPPOSITION Opposing the resolution, Cllr. Joe Conway said wind energy guidelines were under review and many submissions had been lodged including 15 from County Waterford. The planning process was democratic and independent and for the Council to intervene would be unfair because it would subject one source of energy to constraints that would not apply to any other. Wind was working for Ireland and 27% of energy was coming from wind power. There were two wind farms operating in County Waterford. There were local benefits through investment, rates, development contributions and operational and construction jobs. “We should not be distracted from our wind energy plans at the first appearance of sectional pressure”, he said. “Everybody had recourse to the planning regime and we should show firmness and even handed treatment of all and display grit to point this out,” he said. The Council passed the resolution.

Local Architect part of campaign which raised €80k for homeless services UP to €80,000 has been raised by the Royal Institute of The Architects of Ireland as part of the ‘Simon Open Door’ fundraiser to help tackle homelessness in Ireland. The money was raised by Architects donating their time for free to advise members of the public on design matters, in return for a donation of €50, for a one hour consultation. The public could enrol for an hour consultation with an RIAI Qualified Architect through ‘Simon Open Door’. The Architects involved gave their time voluntarily and there was no charge. There were many Architects around County Waterford who took part in the fundraiser last week to help tackle homelessness in Ireland. Local Architect, Damien Dillon (MIArchS, MRIAI, Conservation Architect) who is based at Friars Walk, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, said the fundraiser was a “most deserving cause”.

“The initiative is by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, or which I am a member, and was started some years ago,” said Mr. Dillon. “It has raised hundreds of thousands of euro for the homeless. I am proud to be associated with this very good cause, which is a good way of giving something to the community,” he said. According to a spokesperson from RIAI Simon Open Door, this was the most successful year to date, raising up to €80,000 from over 1,400 appointments. Including Mr. Dillon and other local Architects, there was a total of 245 Architects nationwide who took part in the fundraiser.

This is the 11th annual fundraiser for the Simon Open Door campaign. Last December, the Simon Communities reported a 41 percent increase over a two year period, in the numbers of families and individuals around the country who were turning to the services of the Simon Community for help. According to the Simon Community, there were nearly 3,000 people nationally in emergency accommodation, including 870 children. The Simon Open Door fundraiser provides significant funding for the Simon Communities of Ireland, while also providing an opportunity for

Local Architect, Damien Dillon, who participated in the RIAI fundraiser for Simon Open Door 2015, which raises money to tackle homelessness. the RIAI and Architects to increase awareness of the services of Architects. More information, or to donate / volunteer, check out www.simonopendoor.ie / www.simon.ie.

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Welcome for Waterford Council move to halt wind turbines A WATERFORD group has welcomed the move by the local council to call for a halt to wind farms. ReThink Pylons said it was “wonderful news” that Waterford City and County Council had joined a number of other counties in voting for a moratorium on any new turbines.

The Council is requesting Environment Minister Alan Kelly not to grant any new planning applications for commercial wind farm projects in the county. It made the decision at a council meeting on Thursday night (May 14th). Paddy Massey, from Lismore, a

spokesman for ReThink Pylons, said: “We welcome the unanimous decision by Waterford City and Council, along with a number of other councils, to vote for a moratorium on the construction of all wind farms. “The country is waking up to the threat that these monstrous industrial

Tallow’s Sarah carries Waterford hopes in Rose of Tralee Regional Final WATERFORD Rose Sarah Tobin is rallying her supporters to follow her to Portlaoise, Co Laois for the Rose of Tralee Regional Festival from 28th to 31st May. Rose of Tralee Host Dáithí Ó Sé will interview each of the 56 Roses over three nights before two Judging Panels select 23 Roses to go forward to the International Festival in Tralee next August. The Rose of Tralee, Maria Walsh, who took part in the 2014 Regional Festival, said: “The essence of this four-day festival is about celebrating the Roses, their families and their Irish heritage. They have all travelled here to share with us their stories, pastimes, dreams and most importantly the grá they have for their Irish roots. What is fortunate for us Roses, is that we have the opportunity to build life-long friendships and experience from the epicentre which is why the Rose of Tralee Festival has gone from strength to strength over the past fiftysix years.” The Regional Festival highlights include the official opening of the event in the

Civic Plaza on Friday 29th, Vintage Car Parade of Roses and their Rose Buds followed by Street Party on Saturday 30th and the annual visit to Abbeyleix and Castle Durrow on Sunday, 31st May. Roses representing 28 counties in Ireland, 13 regions in the United States of America, Scotland and four major cities in England as well as Melbourne, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Canada, Luxembourg and Germany will all take part in the Regional Festival. 23 Roses will go forward to the Rose of Tralee International Festival where they will be joined in August by Roses from Kerry, Cork, Dublin, Sydney, New Zealand, Darwin, Perth, Queensland and South Australia. This year’s Rose of Tralee International Festival will take place from 14th to 18th August. For details on how to book tickets for all Rose of Tralee events in Portlaoise and Tralee, visit www.roseoftralee.ie or contact the Festival Office on +353-66-7121322.

New local diaspora Engagement Fund announced for communities WATERFORD City & County Council has been informed of a new Diaspora Engagement Fund which local communities can apply for. Local and community groups and organisations based in Ireland are being invited by the Department of the Taoiseach to apply for funding for local diaspora engagement projects and initiatives. The purpose of the newly created Local Diaspora Engagement Fund is to promote diaspora engagement at a county, local and community level.

Minister for Diaspora Affairs, Jimmy Deenihan stated “...there is great potential for communities and counties in Ireland to connect with their own diaspora and build relationships that can work for mutual benefit”. Funding of €200,000 has been made available under this grant scheme and the closing date is Friday, 29 May. Full details and the application form can be accessed from the Department of the Taoiseach website: Website: http://bit.ly/1RfUYKh

I know that not every married couple has a child. But I also know that every child ever born started with a mother and father. That’s what our Constitution recognises, and that’s why we shouldn’t change it. Warrick, Youth Worker

wind factories pose not just to rural Ireland but the country has a whole. “They threaten rural industries and drive up energy costs for all, necessitating the construction of up 700km of high voltage powers lines carried on 60metre high pylons. “All of this to meet renewable energy

Enda Kenny has confirmed that if the referendum passes, schools will have to teach children about same-sex marriage, irrespective of the wishes of parents or school ethos. Edel, Primary School Teacher

I’m a gay man. Let’s be clear – this is not a referendum about how we feel about gay people. Same-sex couples already get to say ‘I do’ in civil partnerships. There’s no need to feel guilty about voting ‘No.’ Paddy, Blogger & Commentator

This is not about equality Equality is important. But so is respecting difference. Sometimes you can introduce new inequalities by treating things that are different as if they are the same. So the question we need to consider in the marriage referendum is whether there is anything unique about marriage between a woman and a man. And if there is, whether it protects children in a way we should never change. This is not a referendum on whether gay people are equal. They are. The Constitution already guarantees this. We have Civil Partnerships Same-sex couples are already saying ‘I do’ in civil partnership ceremonies in front of their families and friends every week in this country. These civil partnerships provide State recognition as well as tax, pension, social welfare and inheritance rights. But they do not undermine the rights of children the way redefining marriage would.

targets that could be easily hit by the simple, cost effective solution of converting Moneypoint in Co. Clare, Ireland’s largest power station and CO2 emitter, to sustainable biomass. “This would not only save this Irish countryside for future generations but also save the country billions.”

New inequalities? Who are more vulnerable than children? By changing the meaning of marriage in the Constitution, we change the legal meaning of parenthood forever. The Constitution currently protects the right of a man and a woman to found a family. If we change the Constitution, it will create a ‘right’ for two men, or two women to found a family. This would often involve adoption, surrogacy or donor-assisted reproduction. No two men or two women, however loving they might be, can ever give a child both a mum and a dad. ‘Marriage equality’ would mean inequality for children. If the amendment passes people who want the right to opt out of providing services to facilitate same-sex weddings may face prosecution. This is happening in countries that have introduced same-sex marriage. The Government’s refusal to allow a conscience clause for small businesses makes it much more likely to happen here.

Same-sex marriage withholds either a mother or father from a child. I ached every day for a dad. I loved my mom’s partner, but another mom could never have replaced the father I lost. Heather, raised by mother and same-sex partner

It’s OK to vote No If you vote NO on May 22nd you will: Protect the rights of children Recognise the unique benefits of having both a mum and a dad Protect freedom of conscience Maintain existing legal supports for same-sex couples in civil partnerships

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FITZGERALDS from across the globe and everyone with an interest in history and genealogy will delight in Dromana 800, a landmark celebration on the banks of the River Blackwater in Waterford over the coming weeks. Thousands are expected to converge on stunning Dromana House & Gardens, Waterford and East Cork from July 2nd–5th as exactly 800 years previous King John of England was granted not only Dromana, but all of Waterford and Cork to Thomas FitzAnthony. From there began an eight century long story of alliances made and broken; sieges; battles; at least one underage marriage; a family member becoming mistress to an English king; Catholic emancipation; a unique, Hindu-Gothic arch built as a wedding present to a young couple in love, a celebrated Egyptologist; the loss of lands; hard times; demolition and redemption. For 26 generations the Villiers-Stuarts and their FitzGerald and Fitz-Anthony ancestors have lived on the cliff at Dromana, overlooking the majestic Blackwater and now Barbara Grubb, the 26th generation, is inviting not just FitzGeralds but anyone interested in history and their family roots to join them for a very special weekend this summer. “Dromana 800 is very much a celebration of people and place. There

are few families in Ireland today whose history is so well documented. We want the people of Ireland and the Irish abroad to come along and partake in the exciting events that offer a social and cultural mix with something for everyone. “For the culturally curious, we want people to come take a tour of the great houses of the area and learn why so many houses of historical interest came to be built on the banks of the Blackwater and why one hundred and twenty-six remain, when elsewhere their peers were sacked, looted or deserted.” For true history buffs there’s 'The History, Architecture and Art of the Blackwater Valley and Beyond'. Watch The Battle Of Affane come to life and learn how this 1565 private battle between the FitzGeralds and Butlers, fought on local soil, went on to shape Ireland’s future. To round off the weekend, Villierstown is throwing a Georgian Fete to celebrate the village’s foundation. The founder, John Villiers will make an appearance in person. The highlight for others will surely be a concert on Saturday, July 4th by internationally renowned performer, Rebecca Storm. For more log on to www.dromana800.com

Chairman ‘astonished’ VTOS Art Exhibition ‘Art-tastic’ by Irish Water’s ‘double standards’ By Christy Parker DUNGARVAN-Lismore Municipal District Chairman Damien Geoghegan has questioned Irish Water’s policy towards providing a service to housing estates not taken in charge by the local authority. Cllr Geoghegan told May’s Municipal District meeting that “of all the things I’ve heard about Irish Water this astonishes me the most!” The Chairman described how on two recent occasions the beleaguered water company had gone into estates tore up pavements and installed water meters. “Yet,” he added with unconcealed anger, “when there was a problem with water pipes in the same areas they said it wasn’t their problem

at all as the council had not taken over the estates.” The council declined to intercede by the same argument. “I find it astonishing that they could wash their hands of any problems with waste water,” the chairman proceeded with unwitting irony. Cllr. Pat Nugent wondered if Irish Water’s involvement in “interfering with water pipes” could “complicate things” by hand ready excuses to developers poised to hand over estates that some issues were not of their making. Nobody seemed sure of this so for once Irish water weren’t criticised – not yet anyway. Meanwhile, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked when would An Grianáin and Pairc na mBlath estates be taken in charge. Director of services for Environment Jim O’Mahoney said he would find out.

A GROUP of local artists will bring their exciting new exhibition ‘Arttastic’ to Dungarvan Shopping Centre on Wednesday, 20th May. The artists will display a wide variety of work from sculpture and painting to weaving and batik, with a few surprises on the way. This diverse group with a mix of ages, outlooks and life experiences are coming to the end of a two year VTOS QQI Level 5 Art Course. This exhibition celebrates their achievements at the Adult Education Centre Dungarvan. The exhibition will be open to the public on Wednesday afternoon, all day Thursday until 7.00 p.m. and on Friday, 22nd May, until 6.00 p.m. The Exhibition will be launched by local artist and former student David Minehan, and the students would like to thank Dungarvan Shopping Centre for their generous support. VTOS are now enrolling for September courses in Art or VTOS Second Year Students who will hold an art exhibition to Dungarvan Shopping Centre Business. Contact Aileen or Marian on Wednesday, 20th May. on 058 45757.

West Waterford Contractors may need to reduce quotes By Christy Parker

The Enterprise Group Sculpture Exhibition: Pictured at the opening are Gino and Grainne Lommana with Maurice O'Sullivan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

CONTRACTORS in the west Waterford region tendering for local authority house repair contract may either be missing out on work either through tendering too high or by bypassing the procurement system, according to Waterford Council. The issue arose at May’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting when Cllr Declan Doocey again – as he has done several

times – complained that last March 90% of contracts went to the east of the county. He said 42 contracts had been awarded to the Waterford city area, one to the Comeragh and two to west Waterford. The imbalance didn’t reflect well on efforts to “sell the amalgamation” of two local authorities to people, he suggested, adding that, “There are people, especially elderly and disabled, who are waiting long time for house repairs and that contractors also needed and were entitled to the work.

In response Director of Services for Housing Michael Quinn said contracts were awarded under the “reasonably independent” procurement Local Authority (LA) system. “People submit prices and the council’s obligation is to choose the best price. It’s not a system that we can specifically influence.” The director suggested that west Waterford contractors were perhaps “not using systems as much as contractors in the city or maybe their prices are not as competitive.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Cold water poured on 24/7 cardiac unit for Waterford - Cullinane SINN Fein Senator David Cullinane has reacted angrily to comments from Minister for State Kathleen Lynch on the future of cardiology services at University Hospital Waterford. Minister Lynch said that a national review of PPCI centres recommended 24/7 cover for Cork and Galway but only 9-5 cover for Waterford. Last year, the Dungarvan Observer highlighted that lack of 24/7 cardiac cover in Waterford could prove fatal for heart attack patients. With the current cardiac unit at University Hospital Waterford only open from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Monday to Friday, it means if a person having a heart attack outside of those times, they will have to be transferred to Cork - which could increase the chances of a person dying from a heart attack. At the September, 2014 meeting of Waterford City and County Council, a Notice of Motion was passed unanimously, calling on the Health Minister and Taoiseach to immediately implement 24/7 cardiac cover for Waterford and the South East. A large group of Waterford / South East res-

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The story which appeared in the Dungarvan Observer last year. idents have been campaigning for a long time to have 24/7 cardiac services at University Hospital Waterford. (www.facebook.com/WRHCardiacC are). Addressing the Minister in the Seanad last week, Senator Cullinane said: “24/7 cardiology cover is vital for the people of Waterford and the South East”.

“It is unacceptable that University Hospitals in Cork and Galway will have 24 hour PPCI cover but not Waterford,” Senator Cullinane said. “This is a clear reneging of a promise made by the previous Minister for Health. “The Minister is citing an Acute Coronary Syndrome Programme report published in 2011

which recommended 24/7 cover in hospitals in Dublin, Cork and Galway. “The same report noted international best practice indicated a requirement for one 24/7 PPCI unit per 500,000 to one million population. “The South East has a population close to 500,000. Is this not recognised? Is UHW no longer serving the regional population? “And where does this leave promises made during the hospital reconfiguration process? "This is very disappointing news. It is unacceptable and it's again second best for Waterford and the South East,” said Senator Cullinane. “It seems 9-5 cover is only acceptable in the South East but 24/7 cover elsewhere. This mindset needs to change and change quickly,” he added.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Councillor says increasing housing Dungarvan welcomes leading businesswoman adaptation scheme would benefit all Heather Reynolds of Eishtec

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DUNGARVAN-Lismore Municipal District Chairman Damien Geoghegan wants County Councillors to urge national politicians to increase Housing Adaptation grants and schemes saying it benefit enormously residents, general society and the Government. Cllr. Geoghegan made his observation during May’s Municipal District meeting while commenting on the most recently approved housing adaptation / schemes figures for the electoral area. These comprise €217,868 in eleven Housing Adaptation Grants; €19,769 in five Mobility Aid Grants and €4,164 in two Housing Aids for Older People. The chairman said every

local authority has a waiting list for repairs of two to three years and it made “absolute sense” to increase grant funding. The benefits to the people of Waterford would be “astonishing”, he insisted. “Firstly the people who have applied to have work carried out would have it carried out,” he explained. “Secondly, the small builder sector, which has suffered more than most in the recession, would benefit by doing the works and the money would then be carried into every corner of every town and Parish. Thirdly, the Government would gain through increased VAT and Income Tax returns. It would be a win-win situation for everyone and for comparatively very little outlay.” Cllr. Geoghegan said he had already contacted national politicians urging them to

press for increase housing aid funding. BUT WAITING GOES ON Meanwhile Director of Services for Housing Michael Quinn had uncomforting news for tenants awaiting lesser repair work to their homes. “Our budgetary allowance only enables us to progress Priority 1 applications,” he informed. “We have sent out notifications to applicants advising them that Priority 3 applications are unlikely to progress in foreseeable future and most of Priority 2’s similarly.”The director was responding to a plea from Cllr Pat Nugent that house repairs be completed in total once money was available, rather than partly completed, with tenants “waiting two or three years” for the rest of the work to be done.

DUNGARVAN Enterprise Centre and Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber are absolutely delighted to welcome leading businesswoman Heather Reynolds to Dungarvan on Wednesday, 27th May.There are very few of us who can say that we have created 950 jobs in just 3 years but that is exactly what Heather Reynolds and her business partners have done. Made redundant from Talk Talk, she turned a challenge into an opportunity and set up her own contact centre. At a time when employment was at an all-time low in Waterford, Heather created a hugely successful business and a significant number of jobs. Eishtec currently has two sites – in Waterford and Wexford. “Heather is a fascinating woman with a great story to tell, she has built an incredibly successful career through hard work and determin-

ation and she is currently building an exceptional enterprise” says Mags Durand O’Connor, Centre Manager of Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, “I saw her speak at an event last year and I was absolutely blown away by her honesty, her attitude and her achievements. I cannot wait to hear her share her experience and to learn her tips for success”. In 2013 Heather was 1 of 6 Industry partners appointed to the Action Plan for Jobs based on her track record of job creation and developing a business. In addition, Heather was appointed to both the National Competitiveness and Labour Market Councils of which she is actively involved. In early 2014 Heather was appointed as a Non-Executive Director of Respond Housing Association and also became a Lead Entrepreneur as part of the Going for Growth initiative supporting women in business.

Heather Reynolds of Eishtec The lunchtime seminar includes a light lunch and networking, in addition to Heather’s talk. The seminar runs from 12.00-2.00 p.m. and cost is just €15, bookings can be made through dungarvanec@gmail.com or 058 23598.

Sixty finalists vie Waterford cataract surgery for honours in Irish list significantly reduced Pharmacy Awards 2015

A LARGE backlog of mostly elderly patients awaiting cataract surgery at Waterford Regional Hospital has been significantly reduced by outsourcing operations to private healthcare providers. Last year, the Dáil Public Accounts Committee was asked to look at how certain public hospital waiting lists were being tackled and whether value for money was being achieved. In response to an earlier January 2014 Parliamentary question submitted by Waterford TD John Deasy, the HSE outlined the steps it was taking to reduce the cataract surgery list. The HSE subsequently confirmed there had been 1,135 patients on the WRH Ophthalmology Scheduled Care register as of July 31st, 2013. Of these, 382 had breached the Department of Health 12-month waiting list target. PAC member Deputy Deasy says: “An analysis of the hospital’s capacity to manage the accumulation of cases identified that only 320 would be treated by the end of 2013. “The inability to deal internally with the backlog was attributed to three vacant permanent posts at Ardkeen – the hospital having been down to one fulltime ophthalmic surgeon and two part-time consultants.” The Hospital’s general manager sought and received approval from the HSE to outsource proce-

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John Deasy: PAC follow-up. dures to five hospitals to complete the volume of surgeries by the end of 2013. Of the 815 patients offered a service in private hospitals, 666 accepted. Some patients wished to remain on the Waterford waiting list and others had already received treatment elsewhere. A breakdown shows the operations were carried out in Whitfield Clinic, Waterford (171), Aut Even Kilkenny (196), Eye and Ear Hospital Dublin (122), and two Cork hospitals, The Bon Secours (101) and Mater Private (76). Initial discussions with the private providers indicated a cost of around €2,300 per cataract procedure. Agreement was reached on a price of €1,900, paid to the hospitals, which the HSE regarded as “reasonable”. In a recent follow-up report to the PAC, the head of the HSE’s South/South West Hospital Group said that since December University Hospital Waterford has had a full

complement of four consultant ophthalmologists. There's also a plan in place to cater for patients inhouse, “ensuring reduced waiting times”. John Deasy said: “While the numbers who have received procedures are significant, I’m aware of others who couldn’t wait and went abroad to get treatment. I also know there are people who don’t fall into these categories so I’ll be asking the HSE what the current waiting list is like and how quickly it will be dealt with. “There has been progress but there are still people waiting too long. Elderly people shouldn't have to endure diminished sight and blindness considering how treatable the condition is in most circumstances,” he added. “Ideally all these operations should be taking place in University Hospital Waterford but the priority has to be to ensure people get the treatment they need. And if that means outsourcing procedures to private providers then that’s fine.”

SIXTY FINALISTS in 17 categories are vying for the honours in the Irish Pharmacy Awards 2015, which are being announced at a glittering awards ceremony in Dublin at the end of the month. The 4th IPAs, which celebrate excellence in the Irish community pharmacy industry, will be presented by RTE’s

Miriam O’Callaghan, at the Hilton DoubleTree Hotel, Dublin, on May 23rd. Over 600 pharmacy professionals will attend the awards, organised by Irish Pharmacy News, Ireland’s leading independent pharmacy publication. The Jack and Jill Children’s Foundation of Ireland is the chosen charity for the event.

Natalie Maginnis, Managing Director of IPN Communications Ltd, said: “We are delighted at the huge number of entries for this year’s Irish Pharmacy Awards, which reward and distinguish the important role pharmacists play in the healthcare community. “Pharmacists are increasingly the first point

of call for the public on health issues and are often consulted before GPs or hospitals. Many pharmacists now offer more services such as delivery services, blood pressure and cholesterol testing and trusted medical advice free of charge.” More about the Irish Pharmacy Awards at: www.phar macynewsireland.com

Waterford cleans up as National Spring Clear 2015 comes to a close People love Waterford as over 80 clean-ups are hosted across the county throughout April THERE were 80 clean-up events hosted in Waterford for the 17th annual National Spring Clean campaign which ran throughout April and into May this year. In total, more than half a million volunteers participated in cleanups across the country, making 2015 one of the campaign’s most successful years to date. Volunteers from a range of organisations and community groups across Waterford joined in the community spirit of National Spring Clean to

show just how much they love where they live, including Tidy Towns groups, Scouts, youth clubs, environmental and residential associations and schools and colleges. 2015 marked the 17th annual National Spring Clean and the last campaign for Chairperson Patricia Oliver, who is this year retiring after a 40-year career with An Taisce. The founder of National Spring Clean and other campaign’s such as Green Schools and Clean Coasts, said that she was immensely proud of the

progress of the campaign since its establishment in 1998. Speaking of the campaign, Ms Oliver said, “National Spring Clean is, and always has been about loving where we live and coming together as communities and neighbours to make the towns and villages across the country a better place, and even more beautiful for everyone. To think that in its first year, 5,000 volunteers took part in National Spring Clean and that number has grown to over 500,000 today is truly

heartening and a testament to our volunteers nationwide.” The National Spring Clean Campaign is organised by An Taisce and is funded by the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government and the Wrigley Company. It is also supported by Repak, which supplies colourcoded refuse sacks for recycling the materials collected and Local Authorities, which coordinate activity in their communities.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

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‘A dress’ your love of books at Abbeyside NS Book Fair BOOKS are an item that are unlikely to ‘go out of fashion’, and there are certainly plenty of them on sale this week at Abbeyside National School, as part of its annual second hand Book Fair. Your Summer style will be made easy, with plenty of titles ‘made to measure’. There is something for everyone, from adult fic-

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Comeragh Tidy Towns reception A DESERVING and fitting tribute was paid to all the Tidy Towns groups operating in the Comeragh Municipal area, when a Mayoral Reception was held for them by the Comeragh District Council, recently. The reception was the first of its kind for the Comeragh District Council, which was hosted by Cathaoirleach of the

District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan. The Tidy Towns groups which were honoured were: Ballyduff, Ballymacarbry, Bonmahon, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Stradbally. Cllr. O’Ryan said he was delighted to accord the Mayoral Reception to the groups and said it was important that the District Council acknowledge these

groups and promote their work. He outlined the importance of the work they carry out in their communities and commended them for it. Cllr. O’Ryan also thanked the Council’s environment section for working with the Tidy Towns groups to enhance the Comeragh area and County Waterford.

The other Councillors, Mary Butler, John O’Leary, Liam Brazil, Declan Clune and Seanie Power, all echoed the Cathaoirleach’s sentiments. District Manager and Director of Services, Brian White, said that after working in the Council for 19 years, the biggest sense of achievement was working with the various community groups, including

Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Pat Power, Ballymacarbry Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager; Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer, and group members Chrissie Horkan, Catherine Ryan and Pat Melody. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Margaret Whelan and Helen Bowdren, Kilmacthomas Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager, and Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer.

the Tidy Towns groups. “To me, the Tidy Towns groups are the most proactive environmentalist group in their areas and get things done,” Mr. White said. Giving an example, he pointed out that by the year 2000, County Waterford did not have any playgrounds. “There are now 33 playgrounds,” Mr. White said, which he put down to con-

tact with Tidy Towns groups which helped to “make things happen”. Mr.White acknowledged the importance of the very first reception held by the Comeragh District Council being accorded to people who are working on the ground within their communities and said it was well deserved. “Congratulations to each and every one of you and

thank you for all your work which helps to make the Comeragh District a special place in County Waterford,” said Mr. White to applause. Cllr. O’Ryan presented representatives from each Tidy Towns group with specially commissioned scrolls to mark the occasion, while a delicious spread of food and refreshments was enjoyed afterwards in the Council canteen.

Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Tony O'Leary, Ballyduff/Kilmeaden Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager; Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer; Cllr. John O'Leary and group members Leanne Walker, Secretary; Sandra Walsh and Ann Nolan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Seamie O'Brien, Bunmahon Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager, and Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Joe Curran, Stradbally Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager; Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer, and group members Margo Crowley, Sheila [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Corbett and Cathy Maitland.

Waterford City & County Council Cathaoirleach Reception for the Tidy Towns Groups of the Comeragh District – Michael J. O'Ryan, Chairperson Comeragh District, making a presentation to Johnny Crotty, Portlaw Group. Included are Brian White, District Manager; Eamon Lonergan, Area Engineer; Cllr. Mary Butler, Cllr. Declan Clune and group [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] members Peter Phelan Snr. and Jnr. and Andy Lennon, Chairman.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Council will receive WHAT’S THIS €60k to mark 1916 ON VIEW WEEK Anniversary celebrations By Michael Quinn WATERFORD City and County Council is to receive a total of €60,000 in funding for events to mark the 1916 commemoration. Director of Services, Michael Quinn, told a meeting of the Council, last week, that €30,000 was expected this year with a further €30,000 next year. There may be further funding available but the extent of that was not known at this stage. A draft plan of the type of evens that will take place has been sketched out but ultimately it was up to the Commemoration Committee to decide on the nature of the events. A key element of the programme will be support for community events and it was up to the committee to decide the scope of the events, he said. Sinn Fein Councillor John Hearne expressed disappointment that there was not one mention in the draft plans of the leaders who fought for the country’s freedom. Fianna Fail’s Jason Murphy said it was important that they did not get bogged down in political correctness. During the 1916–1921 period the country was most united in the cause of a republic. It was important to recognise the role of

the Irish Republican Army or Irish Volunteers. For some people the IRA had connotations that they would not feel comfortable with in modern times. It was a very unified struggle in that period. Cllr. Eddie Cunningham, a member of the 1848 Tricolour Committee, said that given the fact Waterford was the home of the Tricolour, he was disappointed the Tricolour was referred to in the Council’s plans as green, white and gold rather than green, white and orange. He asked that this be remembered in future. Councillors asked that the Council make sure that the events did not overlap in the city and county. Mayor of Waterford James Tobin said he hoped the members would keep the commemoration in mind when the Budget Meeting came around. Cllr. Quinlan said the celebrations were very much based round language and identity. If the Council was going to single out leaders in the revolution, the GAA should also be acknowledged for its part in the creation of the Irish identity. The Director of Services said all the councillors suggestions would be taken on board. There was no issue with including recognition of all the people involved when drawing up the final plan.

Only matter of weeks until work begins on Déise Greenway WORK on the exciting new Waterford Greenway tourism project on the old Dungarvan–Waterford railway line is due to get under way in the coming weeks, a meeting of Waterford City & County Council was told last week. The Greenway has been described as the “Jewel in the Crown” of Waterford tourism and is expected to attract record numbers of walkers and cyclists to the Deise countryside and boost tourist revenue when the track site is development. Councillors heard that it was expected the “litigation issue” regarding the old railway track will be sorted and signed off within the next two weeks by the Circuit Court. This will allow work to proceed initially on the Clonea to Durrow section of the Greenway.The contract for the surfacing of the Bilberry–Carriganore section of the railway line was underway. The planning process for a new footbridge over the main Waterford–Dungarvan Road (N25) at Kilmacthomas was due for advertising in the local

newspapers. Works were also continuing on the N25 with the aim of having a shared cycle–walk way around the perimeter of Dungarvan town. Large sections of off-road works have already been completed including the section at the Annie Leroy Centre near the Kilrush Roundabout and from Strandside Roundabout towards Coolagh Roundabout. Public lighting has been upgraded in these areas. The Council heard that the completion of this scheme will result in pedestrians being able to travel around Dungarvan on the N25 route without the need to interact with traffic.

Work has also started on the Cappoquin Road to construct a widened shared footpath on the right hand side when leaving Dungarvan. This will provide safer space for pedestrians and cyclists to travel on. The speed ramps currently in use are being redesigned and some additional street lights will be installed. Kerbing is due to begin in the coming weeks. At Dungarvan AFC the improvement works for better access and safety for pedestrians have been completed. The club was now encouraging members to choose alternative modes of travelling to club events, it was stated.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

The Referenda – let your voice be heard MOST people in Ireland are agreed that the forthcoming Referendum on same sex marriage will define the kind of society in which we will live for the foreseeable future. If it is passed it will mean for those who support the measure, that we will have an open, moderate, tolerant, inclusive society. For others it will mean an unwelcome departure from tradition, old values and Christian beliefs, but still an open, moderate, tolerant, inclusive society which has embraced much change over the last three decades. No civilisation in recorded history until the present generation has ever formally endorsed marriage between members of the same sex. Bearing this in mind, the present proposal is an enormous leap and one which should be treated very seriously. Records show that only seventeen of two hundred countries across the globe have implemented such a measure. For everyone in this country, it will redefine the very basis of the format of marriage which, in Ireland, goes back at least two thousand years and which at the moment is a union and a contract between one man and one woman. While the primary aim of marriage is the procreation, nurturing and protection of children, there is no prohibition on those who will not have children through age, or for medical reasons. That is the definition of, and the purpose of marriage and a significant percentage of the population would like it to continue in that mould. Next Friday will show just how many. Those in favour of same sex marriage feel that same sex couples are deprived of a right, are treated as lesser citizens and are seeking, not equal rights and treatment under the constitution, but similar rights. It is argued by the NO side that similarity is not an option and that a couple made up of a man and a woman is not, and cannot, be similar to two people of the same sex. However, it is evident from surveys and contributions in public debate, that the vast majority of the population would not deny same sex couples any or all of the legal rights which conventional couples enjoy under the Constitution. It is held that these could be granted tomor-

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate row through legislation. But the term marriage stays exclusively with the mixed couple. A feature of the debate so far has been the amount of resources which both sides have been able to commit to their respective campaigns. It is evident that the Yes camp has a well filled war-chest judging by the number of posters and the extent of advertising they have commissioned. The NO campaign has had little paid advertising and few posters and accuses the YES side of securing very substantial funds from abroad, particularly the United States from like minded groups to fight their campaign. If the Referendum is passed, they claim it will have been bought with foreign money. This is vehemently denied by the YES campaign. The YES organisation has also enlisted the support, willingly or otherwise, of well known personalities, business leaders and politicians to endorse their campaign and has spared no effort in promoting their message. There is no doubt either that a certain amount of psychological and moral pressure has been applied to well known names to lend their support, though most will have come out willingly. The view of many people who propose to vote NO is that same sex couples should have, and currently have, an appropriate ceremony where they can formally and openly commit to each other for life, publicly express their love for each other and go on to enjoy all necessary legal and civil rights in respect of their union. If there are legal provisions lacking, then they should be provided for through any necessary legislation. The term marriage, they feel, should be reserved exclusively for the union of a man and a woman. And on this latter point hinges the division between the opposing viewpoints. Problems in regard to surrogacy have emerged in recent weeks, but that is a detailed legal area requiring expert consideration and advice.

Opinion polls would suggest that those who intend to vote NO are unlikely to make their views known in public and that the vote against the measure will be substantially larger than many people are prepared to admit, or that the polls show at the moment. The Irish people will have to be patient and await an indication of the result which may be forthcoming by noon on Saturday. Present indications suggest that the measure will pass, but there are many imponderables to be considered including weather conditions, the attitude of the young voter, the likelihood that the mature voter is likely to vote NO and turn out in greater numbers. In the final analysis it will come down to what people think as their pencil hovers over the voting paper on Friday next. It is only then that the final decision will be made and, in the anonymity of the polling booth, that is the voter’s right. SECOND REFERENDUM PROPOSAL THE second proposal to amend Bunreacht na hÉireann concerns the reduction in the age at which a person can become President. It is difficult to know why the Government has proposed this as there has been little or no demand for it. While those in favour of the proposal point to former young office holders in Ministerial or Junior Ministerial posts, or in other areas of responsibility in public service, there is little or no precedent for people as young as twenty-one holding very senior positions in the Civil Service. This rarely starts before a person’s mid-thirties. The office of Uachtarán na hEireann is the highest office in the land and, while its statutory functions are few, they are important and occasionally onerous. It is an office which demands experience in public and civic matters, diplomatic skills and the wisdom of years. These attributes are rarely attained by the age of twenty-one. It is up to the people to decide, but if it were a stand alone poll, there is little doubt that there would be a very, very low turnout. Perhaps the Government feels it needs a victory in a referendum and that this proposal will provide it. But whether either of the proposals produces that result, will not be known until Saturday. It is the people’s choice. Please use your hard won vote and set aside what probably only requires some minutes, to exercise your right and give your opinion using one of our most important civic functions and civil rights.

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Strong support for motion calling on ban of fluoride in water WATERFORD City and County Council at their monthly plenary meeting on 14th May, 2015, passed a motion calling on the Irish Government to reverse the State’s isolated policy within Europe of mandating a mandatory national water fluoridation policy for the purposes of reducing incidence levels of dental caries experienced by the population. Waterford historically become the 13th Council since the beginning of 2014 representing over 2.5 million Irish citizens to formally adopt such a position since the beginning of 2014. The motion, “That Waterford City and County Council calls on the Government to amend the Health (fluoridation of water supplies) Act 1960 and subsequent Statutory Instrument (42/2007 Fluoridation of Water Supplies Regulations 2007) and to ban the addition of fluoride to water supplies in Waterford City and County” received widespread support from

Councillors of all political affiliation. Cllr. Breda Brennan (SF) who tabled the motion which was seconded by Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald (SF), received near unanimous support from all Councillors except Cllr. Eddie Mulligan (Ind) and upon being contacted for comment she stated, “I was very happy at the support my motion received at the Council Chamber this evening and wish to thank my Council colleagues for the huge support the motion received. Our Council becomes the 13th Council including Wexford since 2014 to call on the Government to cease fluoridating the country’s public water supplies. 25 out of 26 Councils in the North voted against the same policy some 15 years ago bearing in mind all other European countries have abandoned mandatory national water fluoridation over safety concerns. I hope the Minister for Health and his Department will soon heed to the wide-

spread concerns of so many Councils around the country and call time on this outdated and controversial public health policy.” Fluoridation was first implemented in Ireland after a Constitutional Challenge to the legislation (Ryan v AG) in 1964 was subsequently struck out of the High Court and Supreme Court appeal. However, Justice John Kenny who presided over the challenge ruled malformation of teeth (fluorosis) or any other adverse effect would not be inflicted upon the Irish people as a result of fluoridation1, however, the IDA (Irish Dental Association) in 2012 estimated some 40% of the population were suffering from malformation of teeth (fluorosis) as a result of the policy but have failed to advise the Irish Government of this unconstitutional harm (fluorosis) that some 40% of the population continue to suffer from bearing in mind not one scientific or medical authority worldwide have

been able to ascertain or determine a margin of error or safety threshold between alleged caries prevention and fluorosis infliction as a result of fluoridation. Ironically, the Irish people’s right to bodily integrity was enshrined in enumerated fundamental rights or Article 40.3.1 of Bhunreacht na hEireann as a result of the same legal challenge. Waterford’s anti fluoride vote comes just three weeks after the USDHHS 2 (United States Department of Health and Human Services) in an unprecedented move in the country where the policy originated from some 70 years ago have publicly recommended reducing the levels of fluoride added to public water supplies by some 50% over concerns of some 41% of US citizens now estimated to suffer from fluorosis. The move means the current levels of between .7mg/l – 1.2mg/l have been reduced to no more then .7mg/l. The Irish Department of Health cur-

rently sanction between .6 .8mg/l of fluoride are added to public water supplies. The NRC (National Research Council, a prestigious branch of the United States National Academies of Science) Report of 2006 as result of a three year review raised the issue of fluoride induced thyroid disruption and stated, “In humans, effects on thyroid function were associated with fluoride exposures of 0.05-0.13 mg/kg/day (4.0 10.4 mg for a person weighing 80kg) when iodine intake was adequate and 0.01-0.03 mg/kg/day (0.8 – 2.4 mg or approximately 1 - 3.5 litres of water per day for a person weighing 80kg) when iodine intake was inadequate”. Iodine deficiency is estimated to affect some 33% of the population. The NRC report also classified fluoride as an endocrine disruptor. In a study that was carried out by researchers from the University of Derby (2013) and the former

Health Protection Agency (now part of Public Health England) using 38 everyday tea brands, it was found that persons could be ingesting up to 2mg of fluoride for each serving.The study was published in the peerreviewed journal Food Research International. The EU in 2006 also banned hexafluorosilicic acid (fluoride) for use as a biocidal product due to a lack of toxicological data to demonstrate the substance as safe for humans or the environment. Owen Boyden, director of The National Fluoride Free Towns Project upon being reached for comment said, “Waterford’s vote of no confidence in the outdated and dangerous policy of medicating without consent the entire Irish population is a very welcome development on this major human rights issue where Councils representing over half the Irish population have since last year called on the Government to scrap enforced compulsory water fluoridation."

Mr. Boyden also stated “Given recent announcements made by the USDHHS (United States Department of Health and Human Services) because of widespread malformation of teeth to some 41% of US citizens due to fluoridation, I have just last weekend requested a meeting with the Minister for Health, Mr. Leo Varadkar to discuss the matter for which I’ve also sought further additional support from An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny TD, the Minister for Justice Ms Frances Fitzgerald TD and the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Mr. Simon Coveney TD and considering the systematic violations to human and civil rights the policy continues to incur, I hope the Government will give this matter of urgent national important the inter Departmental attention it deserves and take action to have this matter brought to a prompt and wise conclusion in the near future.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Over 2,000 new jobs in Waterford expected over three year period INDUSTRIAL development in Waterford was at its highest level in 30 years and over 2,000 new jobs were forecast by Michael Walsh, Chief Executive, Waterford City and County Council, in a report to a meeting in Waterford City Hall last week. The Chief Executive said he was satisfied that there would be over 2,000 new jobs created in large enterprises over the three year period up to 2016. The biggest industry in

the South East, Bausch and Lomb, optical lens makes in Waterford, had experienced a huge turn around in its fortunes over the last 12 months. The company had announced plans to invest €75 million in extra manufacturing capacity which was expected to create 125 additional jobs. Planning permission has been granted for an additional 112,000 sq ft of new building on a 17 acres site. This project will create 150 construction jobs.The total investment is estimated at

116 million. In Portlaw, the Agard Publishing Services, had announced plans for an additional 100 jobs over the next three years in a new multilingual and technological Centre. This would have a very positive impact on Portlaw, he said. The resumption of the Waterford to London Luton Air Service and the retention of the existing flights to Birmingham was a welcome development. The Chief Executive said 35 members of the

Council attended a half day consultation on the Local Economic and Community Plan in Dungarvan. The new economic incentive scheme for town centre businesses had been launched and already a number of enquiries have been received. Staff in the economic Development Dept. would be representing Waterford, Dungarvan and Tramore at a Retail Excellence Ireland “Town and City Investment Village on May 13th.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Waterford renewal scheme widened – Deasy HAVING lobbied for a new urban regeneration scheme for Waterford to be extended beyond Georgian buildings to all pre-1915 properties, John Deasy says the revised Living City Initiative launched recently means hundreds of additional residences will qualify for the incentives. “To definitively determine whether their property is included in the scheme people should contact Waterford City and County Council’s Economic Development team,”

the Fine Gael TD said. “The map is strictly defined and there are stringent criteria and various restrictions / options that should be studied.” Aimed at revitalising rundown city centres, the scheme will see two types of tax allowances applied to works carried out to century-old houses and certain commercial properties within the designated zone, whose scope is wider than originally intended. Drawn up by the Department of Finance in consultation with

the local Council and Revenue, the Waterford ‘special regeneration area’ – which will be operative over a five-year qualifying period – effectively comprises the entire old inner city, as well as the derelict north wharves opposite the quay. Having pushed to get the scheme widened to maximise its uptake here – “The initial 2013 version was confined to Georgian era buildings, which Waterford has very few of, so a much broader interpretation of ‘old’ was needed” – Deputy

Deasy says it gives those with the resources to renovate an opportunity to write off the cost against their income. The first type of relief available allows owner-occupiers of properties originally built as dwellings before 1915 to carry out refurbishment or conversion works and deduct the outlay from their income tax over 10 years. The second element will enable investors to claim capital allowances – spread over seven years – for the refurbishment or

conversion of premises used for retail or providing local services. There’s no ceiling on the total commercial spend, just the relief, which is capped at €200,000 per project – a requirement to get past EU State aid rules, which delayed the scheme’s roll-out. In all cases works must cost at least 10% of the property’s existing market value. Some 80% of architects and auctioneers surveyed in Waterford suggested a significant direct employment impact from the scheme, which is also being

Author and Artist Gerard Taylor to return to his roots for Immrama Festival of Travel Writing

Council urged to provide barrier to restrict access to river at Water’s Edge Estate By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is being urged to negotiate with the developer with a view to erecting a barrier at Water’s Edge estate to prevent access to the river from the estate. The plea came from councillors at May’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting amidst fears for children’s safety under alternative measures being considered by the council. The matter arose as members welcomed the council’s intentions to take in charge eight more estates across the county, namely Knocknagranagh Village, Knocknagranagh Park, Knockraganagh Court, Garranabane Green, Ballyrandle Drive, Ashley Court (Lismore,‘old’ estate), Monea Crescent (Ardmore) and Village View (Clashmore). Additionally, the council expects a request from residents to take in charge also a McInerney estate, Spring Meadow, and is putting the process in motion. SNAG LIST Correspondence circulated to the meeting informed that the Council

had compiled a detailed snag list regarding two unfinished McInerney estates, namely An Cruachán and Water’s Edge. The council is working with the relative services and departments to ascertain how best to utilise the bond to resolve the list. Cllr John Pratt asked how far advanced was the taking in charge process and whether there would be a barrier erected at Water’s Edge. Director of services for Environment Jim O’Mahoney said the Council had received “a large volume of information” with the date for submissions closing on May 27th. The matter should come before the council in June. Meanwhile, he expected a report back from the various departments shortly and hopefully work on the snag lists could then commence. SHRUBS Cllr Pratt then said he believed there may be no intention to erect a barrier at Water’s Edge. Mr. O’Mahoney replied that the council would implement only what was permitted on the snag list within the realms of the planning per-

mission provided. He didn’t think there had been any application for a barrier. Rather, the plan was to install shrubbery and that was what the council now envisaged doing to restrict access to the foreshore. Cllr James Tobin said “shrubs won’t stop children” and advised that a barrier was needed. “Maybe it’s time for the council reconsider the planning that was given,” he added. Cllr Pat Nugent reminded that there had been a drowning fatality on that side of the river in relatively recent times, albeit not in that specific location but due to lack of fencing nonetheless. “It is a new estate, with young children there and the onus is on the council to ensure it is safe,” he stressed adding that a barrier “wouldn’t cost very much.” Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan said the issue “will never go away” unless a barrier is erected and said the council should “sit down with the developer and find some way round the original planning specification. There was however, no indication that this request will ensue.

introduced in other main urban centres, including Kilkenny and Cork, both of which are a relatively short distance away. “Refurbishment of old buildings is very labour intensive and high-standard work, and over half the capital spend would be expected to go on tradespeople and related services,” Deasy said. “If the take-up is anywhere as good as the Home Renovation Incentive Scheme, which only involves reclaiming the VAT back, then it should be worthwhile.”

Author Gerard Taylor is set to return to his mother’s birthplace to host a talk on his book ‘But For Ireland I’d Not Tell Her Name’ at the Immrama Festival of travel Writing this June 11th to 14th in County Waterford. AUTHOR Gerard Taylor is set to return to his mother’s birthplace to host a talk on his book ‘But For Ireland I’d Not Tell Her Name’ at the Immrama Festival of travel Writing this June 11th to 14th in county Waterford. Gerard Taylor was born in London in 1951. His father was South African and his mother was from Lismore, Co.Waterford. His career started in the Merchant Navy, after which he was a gardener for 12 years. He became a mural artist in 1981. As great part of the author’s career has been as a mural artist this book is lavishly illustrated with 48 fine-art reproductions of his paintings and drawings. ‘But For Ireland I’d Not Tell Her Name’ begins in

1982 when Gerard photographed and recorded the voice of his great uncle Joe Collins in London just before he died. In that interview he told about his life and his part in the War of Independence. Joe joined the IRA in 1917 and remained with the IRA throughout the civil war. He told of a particular incident in which he was nearly shot when he set fire to the Lismore courthouse. After Joe died, Gerard went to Lismore to record his great aunt, Lissie Collins, talking about her life and the troubles; she was 99 years old. Lizzie was a dispatch rider in the Cumann na mBan and her husband Maurice was also in the IRA. She was very lucid as she recited, poems, songs

and stories. In this book, Gerard transcribes their words as well as other conversations with the older people in Lismore who knew Joe. Speaking of his journey to Lismore Gerard says, “In my life I have travelled around the world, but nothing compares to the journey I made to Lismore in order to discover the history of my family from Botany. The people I met in Lismore and my visit to Bay Lough were all truly inspirational. It felt like I had come home.” Gerard joins a stellar lineup of travel writers including multi-award winning journalist and author Robert Fisk, travel writer and presenter Charley Boorman and intrepid explorer and author Jonathan Shackleton whom will all set their compass for Lismore in County Waterford this June 11th to 14th for the thirteenth annual festival. The festival opens on Thursday, June 11th, with a book launch by Egyptian author Salwa Elhamamsy and author John Dwyer

who is launching his travel book on South Africa. Travel writer Antonia Bolingbroke-Kent is set to host the annual ‘Literary Breakfast’ at the Immrama Festival of Travel Writing in Lismore, Waterford on Sunday, June 14th at Ballyrafter House Hotel discussing her book, ‘A Short Ride in the Jungle: The Ho Chi Minh Trail by Motorcycle’. Author Paul Clements will host a two-day writing workshop on the ‘Great Houses of Ireland’ along the River Blackwater and John Dwyer will host an E-Publishing workshop at The Red Hall. On Saturday morning Donald Brady will host a presentation on the life of Catherine Boyle and at lunchtime Harry Bucknall will read from his book ‘Like a Tramp Like a Pilgrim’ a journey of Elizabethan proportion. Family Fun Sunday will take place at the Millennium Park with live music by Baker Street. For full details see www.lismoreimmrama.com or call (058) 53803.

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renowned Wobbly Circus. Lady Longbottom will be ready to meet everyone on their arrival and Paul will be showing off his many circus skills. There will also be face painting for all. Currently tickets are on sale, and are reasonably priced at €15 for a family ticket. Tickets are available at Grange and Ardmore Post Offices or by contacting Nora on 087-6592573 or Damien on 087-2662734. All entrance tickets will be entered into a fantastic draw, which will be held on the evening. Prizes include weekends away in some of Ireland’s top hotels and

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Pastoral message by Bishop Phonsie Cullinan MARRIAGE is Important – please think before you change it Dear Friend, Thank you for the really kind and affectionate welcome you have given me since I arrived in the Diocese of Waterford & Lismore just a few weeks ago. Everyone has been so friendly that I feel very much at home. That word ‘home’ is a good way of beginning what I want to say about the up-coming referendum. What will ‘home’ be like in twenty years? I had not intended writing a letter to you so soon but this matter is so vital that I felt I needed to speak up. The message we are bombarded with is that we are all equal.This is true – we are all equal in dignity but we are not all the same. Men and women are different. Children are different to adults. The union of a man and a woman is

different to any kind of relationship between two men or two women. A man and a woman join in bringing new life into the world and every child has a right to a father and a mother (be they natural or adoptive). Common sense alone tells us that every child should have its ‘mammy and daddy’. This has been the way since the dawn of civilization in every culture and on every continent. Neither the Church nor the State invented marriage and neither can change its nature. The referendum on 22 May is seeking to change the very meaning of marriage. It is like removing concrete foundations under a house and saying that any material will do. If passed it will mean that according to the highest law of the land a ‘marriage’ between two men or two women will be equal in all respects to a marriage between a man and a

woman.The amendment will give constitutional approval to the recent Children and Family Relationships Act which proposes to remove all mention of terms like ‘father’ and ‘mother’ and make all ‘family’ types the same. This goes against nature itself and against God’s plan for humanity who “made them male and female”, and Jesus adds: “this is why a man will leave his father and mother and cling to his wife and the two shall become one body”. Family life in Ireland is already under pressure. I salute all lone parents who, often heroically, bring up their children is tough circumstances.Will this amendment make family life better or worse? Of the 193 countries in the United Nations only 17 permit same-sex marriage – that’s fewer than 9%. The international majority is not in favour of it! Please do not think I am in any way

critical of homosexual people whom I care for as I do everyone. Christ calls us to love everyone and treat all with equal compassion and respect.There are many homosexual people who do not agree at all with this amendment. So what is put before us in this referendum has huge implications. Please exercise your vote.You will be on your own in the polling station booth and your decision will have real consequences for the future of this society and the natural loving care of its children. In what has turned out to be a desperately one-sided public debate I hope you will think long and hard about your decision. I finish with a few questions which I respectfully put before you. If this referendum is passed: – Are we pandering to the desires of adults over the rights of children?

– Will parents who hold that marriage is only between a man and woman be free to teach this to their children? – Will every school, Catholic, Protestant or Muslim, etc., be free to teach according to its ethos? – Will people who work in adoption agencies and other jobs dealing with the public be free to act according to their conscience? – Will the terms ‘father’ and ‘mother’ have any real meaning in the future? We all want what is best for society and for our children. But let us consider very carefully what exactly is best. We are all equal but we are not all the same. I sincerely wish God’s blessing on you and your family. + PHONSIE CULLINAN Bishop of Waterford & Lismore

Every vote will count in Marriage Equality Referendum - Ní Riada SPEAKING to Yes campaigners in Waterford, Sinn Féin MEP Liadh Ní Riada called for a resounding ‘Yes’ vote in the Marriage Equality referendum, but warned against complacency. “This referendum is about equality, no matter what way you dress it up,” said Ms. Ní Riada. “At its core it is about ensuring all people, and all couples, have access to

equal rights, dignity and respect. “I have had several discussions with young LGBT and Sinn Féin activists about the campaign and the recurring theme is that our major challenge will be to get the voters out on the day. "There are no foregone conclusions in elections and referendums, and I am calling on young people in particular to make sure they get out and vote on

May 22nd. “Marriage equality is a necessary step on our road towards an Ireland of equals, where all are respected and cherished for their worth. Discrimination against people because of their sexual orientation can no longer have a place in our legal system. Vote for change this May!” she added.

Liadh Ní Riada with activists in Waterford campaigning for a yes vote in the referendum on marriage equality.

Waterford Council of Trade Unions calls for ‘Yes’ vote THE Waterford Council of Trade Unions believes a Yes vote would be a huge step in achieving legislative equality for same sex couples. The polls indicate this Referendum is likely to pass.This is indicative of how working people in Ireland now favour a more progressive, secular society. Therefore it is important not to lapse into complacency. A Yes vote

would be an historic breakthrough for LGBTQ rights and a significant step away from the repressive past. The momentum around this campaign could push for real change and challenge homophobia in all sections of society. WCTU calls for the abolition of all homophobic laws such as section 37.1 of the Employment Equality Acts

which allows for schools to fire, or not hire, people whose sexual orientation, gender identity or family status is not in line with their religious ethos. Marriage is a civil right and should be available to all citizens whatever their gender. People should be free to marry if that is what they wish. The Dail must ensure a secular and comprehensive sex education pro-

gramme as part of a school’s curriculum. The Referendum is not about the care of children. Gay People, Widows and Widowers and single people have all raised children, and there is no "Ideal" family to which we should be forced to conform. WCTU are strongly committed to working for an equal society in which

everyone is entitled to the same rights and protections. We strongly support the Yes Equality campaign and call on all working people to support our Brothers and Sisters by voting YES for this essential legislation. For further Info or v/p contact: Trevor Skelton President WCTU 0862686073.

‘Yes’ campaign remarks are “disgusting slur” - McGrath INDEPENDENT TD Mattie McGrath has said comments by Dr Maureen Gaffney, which compared the No Campaign to Nazism have exposed a reprehensible attitude of contempt beneath the Yes Campaigns veneer of liberal tolerance. Deputy McGrath made his remarks as another eminent psychologist Prof Patricia Casey called for the immediate withdrawal of the comments: "To draw such a comparison while at the same time claiming that it is the No side which is engaging in a politics of fear is

almost laughably pathetic. For Dr Gaffney to draw an exact parallel between the murderous Nazi regime and honest, conscientious No voters is despicable and must be immediately withdrawn and apologised for. I think there are some on the Yes side who are mistaking an apparent consensus as a licence to make these kind of outrageous characterisations of the No Campaign. In many ways this kind of crude and nonsensical language is a reflection of the panic which must be setting in as the No vote

continues to draw support for its position, because when you don't have an argument it’s just much simpler to call people names, " added Deputy McGrath. STATES ‘EMPTY RHETORIC’ ON MARRIAGE IS EXPOSED SAYS MCGRATH Meanwhile, Deputy McGrath has described the Governments decision to withdraw over €360,000 in state funding for Accord's marriage preparation courses as wilfully vindictive and

counterproductive. Deputy McGrath made his comments after Tusla, the child and family agency denied the move was a reaction to Accord's refusal to support the governments position on the same sex marriage referendum: "Any bland assurances that these matters are not directly related to the government’s broader social agenda have no credibility whatsoever. The constitution clearly outlines how the state will guard and protect the institution of marriage, which ironically is one of

the main aims of the marriage preparation courses that Accord offer. To offer the limp excuse that this is about savings when the Government is busy shouting from the rooftops how well the economy is doing reveals the outright lie at the root of this decision. The government cannot have it both ways. It cannot remove all funding to Accord while still, for example, demand that Catholic priests fulfill a state function as registrars at church weddings. In terms of where we are

heading, this is a glaring insight into this Governments attempt to advance a social agenda which undermines any vision of marriage which does not equate to its own. In broader terms it will do nothing to allay the now genuine fears that the Government is intent on marginalising institutions or organisations with a Christian ethos by making them financially as well as philosophically unsustainable," added Deputy McGrath.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Grass cutting, landfill charges and seating issues raised at District Council meeting By Christy Parker RESPONSIBILITY for grass cutting lies with the residents in housing estates being taken in charge by Waterford Council, Director of Services for Environment Ray Moloney told the May’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting.The director was replying to a query from Cllr John Pratt. Mr. Maloney added that the council would assist in setting up residents’ associations and in the purchase thereafter of lawn mowers. Insurance cover would also be a matter for the residents’ association, he continued, given that the council would not have any supervisory role. The director also informed that currently no new areas had been added to the grass cutting schemes since the amalgamation of city and county councils but that a policy review is underway. A report is expected to come before the plenary council by year’s end. EASY PAY: Mr. Moloney also informed the meeting that a new payment landfill at Dungarvan amenity site permits users to pay for their waste disposal by cash or credit card, thus eliminating the need for tags or labels in advance. Prices remain as they were. SEATING SOUGHT: Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked whether extra seating could be provided at popular walking and tourist locations, including by railway tracks. Mr. Moloney agreed to review the situation and seek now locations away from residences and where nuisance might not be caused. He added that the council was already considering seating at the boardwalk and Abbeyside beach. Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan suggested a scheme whereby seats are sponsored by families with a small plaque in honour of deceased’s loved ones might be introduced, such as has been successful in other towns. “We can definitely consider it, once standards and specifications are agreed, said Mr. Moloney.

Civic Reception in City Hall, Waterford, for Niamh Briggs (l. to r.): Kitty Briggs, Michael Briggs, Katie Cashman, Niamh Briggs who was given a Civic Reception by Waterford City & County Council in City Hall, Cllr. James Tobin, Mayor Waterford City & County Council; Maura Wadding and Ger Briggs. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Comeragh Tour to take place this Sunday THE 5th annual Comeragh Tour 100km cycle sportive will take place Sunday, 24th May, 2015, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford, in the heart of the Nire Valley.This year’s

event will be run primarily to raise funds for the Special Olympics - Team Ireland World Games Volunteers. The legendary cyclist Sean Kelly helps us promote the tour with a few launch photographs. He also made

a surprise appearance at the local Special Olympics Carriglea Cáirde Service in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, for a cheque presentation of the funds raised in the 2014 event, much to the absolute delight of all the Special

Olympic Athletes. As previous years, the 2014 Comeragh Tour was a huge success. Hundreds of cyclist took part to support a worthy cause and to undertake a good personal challenge. Registration was

Launch of the Comeragh Tour 2015 (l. to r.): Martin Moore, Race Organiser; Diane Behan, who will start the race in Ballymacarbry next Sunday morning, and Martin Power. The proceeds of this year's event will go to the Special Olympics - Team Ireland World Games Volunteers. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

up and running by 8.30 a.m. with a fantastic team of people. The atmosphere built steadily. Adding to the atmosphere was the television crew from Sky’s Irish TV “Country Matters”. The programme can be viewed on the website www.irishtv.ie, Co. Waterford, Episode 2. Ballymacarbry, County Waterford, and the Nire Valley show up very well indeed! The cycle itself is not a timed event but rather a challenge that you do at your own pace. All levels of cyclists will take part from the fastest to the slowest and all levels in-between. There will be plenty of help on the day from registration, road and bike marshals, Dungarvan Civil defence providing ambulance cover, caterers, Molleran’s GAA in Carrick, Killigrew’s Cycles for mechanical back-up, photographers and all the others that will be in the background. A special mention for Martin Power, Sean Kelly’s brother, who will be Lead Marshall once again this year. Diane Behan of Waterford AC will lead off the Comeragh Tour this year. Just recently, Diane was first lady home and eighth overall in the event called “The Race” which was a 250km unsupported endurance mixed discipline event across the rugged landscape of North West Donegal – some achievement!

On a sad note, Jim Hogan, our resident motor bike paramedic unexpectantly passed away a short time ago, a good friend and greatly missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.We will be observing a minute’s silence for Jim before we set off. The Comeragh Tour’s route travels approximately 100km around the very scenic Comeragh Mountains. The peloton will travel to Dungarvan and onto Lemybrien. After Lemybrien the cyclists have the choice to climb the iconic Mahon Falls or to continue on to Carrick-onSuir. In Carrick there is the second optional climb of Seskin Hill. The two optional climbs were made famous by the likes of cycling legends Sean Kelly, Stephen Roche, Martin Earley, to name but a few, on the 1986 Nissan Classic – the then Tour of Ireland and of course the Rás had a stage finish on Seskin Hill only last year. After a refreshing drink and small snack at St. Molleran’s GAA it is onwards to Clonmel and a safe return to Ballymacarbry and a welldeserved feed. Events like this are for everybody so there is no excuse not to be ON YOUR BIKE!! See you Sunday 24th May, 2015. Put it in your diary, maybe it might be your first attempt? See our Website http://www.comeraghtour.com.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Cinema site housing contract imminent

By Christy Parker

THE contract to develop Dungarvan’s old cinema site for social housing will be awarded shortly, Director of services for Housing Michael Quin told May’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. The director was replying to an update request from Cllr Siobhán Whelan, while addressing housing inquiries. Last March Mr. Quinn had explained that no specific allocation had been made but that a number of units were earmarked for sheltered housing and the council was looking at particular organisations to work alongside in that respect. He told Cllr Whelan that the problems that existed now seem to have been resolved.

PEOPLE IN DESPAIR Cllr Whelan meanwhile bemoaned the dearth of social housing in the region. “I see we have 19 houses with commencement dates, 15 at planning and 20 at the design stage but there is so much despair amongst constituents,” she explained. “They can’t get private housing and there is no social housing available.The government last week said it was spending €1.5bn on housing but only €300m of that going is going to building contracts with the rest going to the private sector, which won’t work out if private sector housing isn’t available to people.” ANNOUNCED TOO SOON Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan denounced last week’s government announcement of funding for housing development as “premature”, given that

many housing schemes “aren’t even at design stage yet.” He said in Waterford the schemes had not come before the council but people were “already asking about them – rightly so – and looking for designs, etc. The Government was too quick to make the announcement”, he declared, seemingly oblivious to a general election in the offing. WHAT LAND? Cllr. James Tobin questioned how much council was available in the electoral area and where, for council housing development. Mr. Quinn said a list had been circulated at the previous plenary council meeting. Cllr. Tobin explained that he wanted to know where land existed as against had been allocated.The director agreed to review the list and see what, if any, locations are missing. Cllr. O’Donnell joked that there was an acre and a half

in Old Parish that could do with some housing, although he didn’t want 20 social houses at once in reference to his earlier contested concerns over anti-social behaviour in such circumstances. DISABILITY FUNDING UNCHANGED Earlier, in a related matter, Cllr. Tobin had asked whether Waterford Council had as yet been formerly informed of its full approved allocation for disability grants for 2015. “Half the year is gone and we still don’t seem to know what we are getting” he complained. Mr. Quinn said there had been no formal allocation approved yet but that the Council had been urged to “work on the basis that it will be the same as it was in 2014. He assured that the council would continue to process grants as in previous years, with no undue delays or complications.

Irish Water letter confirms new water source project for Ring By Christy Parker A SOMEWHAT tetchy episode at May’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting saw Cllr James Tobin read a letter from an Irish Water official by way of reassurance that Ring is to receive a new, improved €7m water scheme. Fianna Fáil Cllr.Tobin was responding to remarks issued by Sinn Féin Cllr. Siobhán Whelan at April’s meeting – from which Cllr Tobin was absent- whereby she had belittled the scheme’s announcement as “a bit rich” coming from Fianna Fáil member Seánai Kiely. Fine Gael Cllr. Pat Nugent had even cast doubt as to whether the announcement was credible at all! The letter was a response to a query from Waterford Council in the wake of April’s meeting. Cllr.Tobin began by

declaring that “doubting Thomases don’t impress me” before proceeding to read the correspondence from one Colm O’Toole (“Irish Water PO Box 860 South City delivery office, Cork City, Ireland,” he included). The correspondence confirmed that the project had “recently been improved” and a new source of water from the Dungarvan area was to be diverted to Ring. The project was now awaiting design and construction and consequently Irish Water could not as yet provide a completion date for the programme. INTEGRITY DOUBTED Cllr Tobin said he was delighted for the people of Ring but was disappointed that “some people had cast doubt on the integrity of the people who worked to get the water supply.” Independent Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell said there had been a lot of

money spent on water in Ring I recent years and a big improvement had resulted but he retained doubts that the scheme would be delivered by 2017. Cllr. Pat Nugent said his main concern now was that there would be manganese in the new water supply from Mapstown, bringing ‘hard water’ as it is known. Manganese has beneficial health affects but negative repercussions for electrical appliances. A similar issue was prevalent in a new supply to Aglish from Mapstown and has long been prevalent in Lismore. Cllr. Tobin meanwhile said he was prompted to acquire the Irish Water letter due to Cllr. Whelan’s comments in particular. Cllr. Whelan replied that she was “entitled to make comments.” Cllr. Tobin agreed and said he was “delighted that you did.” The conversation then evaporated.

Sisters doin’ it for themselves

ASTI Dungarvan Branch Chairman Patrick Collins, Margo McGann (Branch Secretary) presents Máire Ni Chiarba (ASTI President Elect) with flowers to mark her visit to Dungarvan.

Eight local Post Primary Teachers retire ON Friday, 8th May, 2015, an ASTI Retirement Function was held in Lawlors Hotel to mark the retirement of eight teachers. Retirees were: Mary Ashe,Valerie Cotter, Margaret Dennehy, Colette Power and Eibhlin Power from Ard Scoil na nDeise, and John Hughes, John Murphy and Michael Scanlon from the CBS. The function was attended by ASTI Branch Officers, ASTI Emeritus Members, former colleagues, family and friends. Each retiree was presented with a token to mark their long years of dedicated service by Máire Ni Chiarba, President Elect of the Association of Secondary Teachers of Ireland.

LAUNCH OF NEW WOMEN’S SUPPORT NETWORK THE Waterford Women’s Support Network (WWSN), an organisation run by women for women to offer support, advocacy and friendship, will be launched by Waterford ’s Independent TD, Deputy John Halligan. The service, set to be modelled nationally, will offer a confidential and friendly out-of-hours drop-in service and workshops. Jo Cregan, WWSN co-ordinator, described the decision to establish the Network in the city as a response to ‘the many women experiencing loneliness and isolation in today’s society’ while Deputy Halligan said the service would offer invaluable support and information to women from all sections of society. “There is clear evidence that the recession has had a disproportionate impact on women”, Deputy Halligan commented. “Government spending cuts hit women hardest, as women are critically impacted by slashed benefits, jobs cuts and a reduction in services. Yet there is a tendency for women to struggle on.The WWSN will seek out and help the women of Waterford to pursue positive solutions to the problems they’re facing.” To mark the launch, a public meeting has been organised

at the Granville Hotel in Waterford on Monday, 25th May, which will, according to Jo, "shed light on a range of issues affecting local women".The event will feature key speakers from the Citizens Information Centre, who will deliver a presentation on Social Welfare payments including the changes to Lone Parent payments. Budgeting advice will be available from Monetary Advisory Board MABS, while the Shine Foundation, which recently opened an office in Waterford, will discuss supports available locally to people affected by mental ill health. A group of expert speakers from the HSE’s Substance Misuse Team and the board of Education will address parenting challenges relating to drugs, alcohol, anti-social behaviour and cyber bullying. Other speakers include representatives from Waterford ’s women’s refuge Oasis House and Women’s Aid, a national organisation supporting victims of domestic abuse, as well as experts in Family Law. This is an open meeting for members of the public and a one-stop information shop. Experts will be on hand to answer any further questions after the meeting.The meeting starts at 7.00 p.m. and will conclude by 9.00 p.m.

Back Row: Retirees John Hughes, Mary Ashe, Colette Power, Michael Scanlon. Front Row: Valerie Cotter, Margaret Dennehy, Máire Ni Chiarba (ASTI President Elect), Eibhlin Power. (Absent from picture John Murphy).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

New ‘brand’ name announced for South East European Capital of Culture 2020 bid WATERFORD, Wexford and Kilkenny have joined forces to make an official bid for the title of European Capital of Culture South East 2020 and on May 15th the new brand for the three counties bid has been announced as ‘Three Sisters 2020’. The brand name which draws on the three rivers of the three counties, The Barrow, The Nore and The Suir will help to reaffirm the connection amongst the three South East counties

and also assist in setting the unique regional bid apart within the bid process. Commenting on the announcement of the new brand Michael Quinn, Bid Director said, “We are delighted to unveil this new brand for the South East’s European Capital of Culture bid. This is one of the many steps the bid process will be taking along the way and we are excited to announce this as the first step in a series of exciting opportunities for the people

of Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny to engage with the ‘Three Sisters 2020’ Bid process. This Bid is for the people of the South East but it also needs to be ‘by’ the people of the South East and it is a real opportunity for the region.We have some really great activities planned for everyone to come on board with the bid process and we will be announcing these over the coming weeks. We look forward to working with everyone across the

region to help make Three Sisters 2020 a reality.” The ‘Three Sisters 2020’ can be found on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Youtube at ‘Three Sisters 2020’. The European Capital of Culture is designated by the European Union for a period of one calendar year during which the host city or region organises a series of cultural events with a strong European dimension.

240 planning applications in four months Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny have joined forces to make an official bid for the title of European Capital of Culture South East 2020 and on May 15th the new brand for the three counties bid has been announced as ‘Three Sisters 2020’ pictured at the brand unveiling is Katherine Collins, Waterford City and County Council, Annette Fitzpatrick, Kilkenny County Council and Michael D’Arcy, Wexford County Council. [Patrick Browne]

Funding cuts criticised THE cuts in funding for grass mowing on green areas of housing estates were sharply criticised, at a meeting of Waterford City and County Council last week. Funding for Residents’ Associations has been slashed from an average of €650 to €450 but overall funding under the Supporting Waterford Communities Funds, which allocates funding to Resident’s Association, Community Groups and Recreational Clubs across the county has increased from €60,000 to €111,000. The cuts are due to the increased number of applications for funds. Cllr. Davy Daniels said without the voluntary work of residents the Council would be in trouble in keeping up with all the work that needed to be done. Many people believed that funding should have been increased much more because of the advent of Property Tax. The sum of €450 was a help but many groups would not be able to continue work on estates. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan said representations had been made to keep funding at €600.The cuts were “insulting” to people who did a huge amount of voluntary work. Direction of Services, Ml. Quinn, Housing, Community and Culture, said the number of applications had increased to 269 since the amalgamation. The draft funding scheme was limited in terms of what they could do and the amount of money to be allocated. Broadly speaking the same amount was being offered to different groups. The Council would consider an increase in funding next year but too much work would be involved in allocating funding depending on the size of estates.

Members of the Comeragh District with District Manager Brian White on the occasion of his retirement. Seated from left: Eddie Ruane, Brian White, Cllr. Michael J. Ryan and Eamon Lonergan. Standing from left: Cllr. Seanie Power, Cllr. Declan Clune, Cllr. Liam Brazil, Cllr. Mary Butler and Cllr. John O'Leary. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Students urged to do SUSI applications now

Looking for something to do this weekend? DUNGARVAN Auction Rooms will hold an Auction of Antiques, Furniture, Collectibles, Jewellery and Garden Furniture on Sunday, 24th May, at 2.00 p.m. sharp at Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan (behind the Fire Station). The auction will include - briefly: Victorian mahogany case Grandfather clock, brass and silver dial. Circa 1860, Mahogany Bureau Bookcase, Card Tables, Inlaid Display Cabinet, Sofa Tables, Writing Desk, Mantel Clocks, Occasional Tables, Pictures, Mirrors, EPNS, Ornaments, Cutlery Sets, Oil Lamps,Writing Boxes, Dinner Services,Tea Sets, Jewellery, garden tables and chairs, gar-

den furniture and much more. Viewing for the auction will take place at Dungarvan Auction Rooms on Saturday, 23rd May, from 10.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m. and Sunday, 24th May, from 10.00 a.m. - time of sale (2.00 p.m.). The full catalogue and more information can be previewed at www.easyliveauction.com/dungarvan (Online live bidding available for this sale). Dungarvan Auction Rooms, Unit 8, Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan. T: 085-282 0158 | E: dungarvanauctions@gmail.com |facebook.com/dungarvanauctions

STUDENTS and their parents are being advised to get their grant applications in for the next academic year, as the SUSI system is open for business. “The good news is that the SUSI opened two weeks earlier this year – this is great for parents and students as it gives people more time to get their applications together,” said local T.D. Ciara Conway. “The website (www.susi.ie) has also been redesigned, so it should hopefully be easier to use. There are two important dates to remember the closing date for prioritising renewal applications is 12th June, 2015, and the closing date for new applications is 1st August, 2015.” “If anyone is having difficulty with their application, or if you have questions, you would be welcome to contact my office on 058 24514 and we’ll do what we can to assist," concluded Deputy Conway.

WATERFORD City and County Council received a total of 240 country wide planning applications between January 1st and April 30th.This compared with 241 applications received during the same period last year. Last month a total of 52 planning decisions were received of which 47 were granted and five were refused. Councillors heard that the Forward Planning Unit examined both the city and county development plans and was in the process of identifying policy areas in order that the merged policies, land zones and development standards in both plans were compatible and supported the unified council purposes. Water Survey Ireland has been appointed to carry out a comprehensive wetland survey of Waterford with the aid of assessing conditions and the conservation status of wetlands sites.The survey will include a broad overview of the value of the wetland network for flood attenuation and carbon sinks and the identification of sites of high ecological value.

Road works completed in Dungarvan Lismore area ROAD strengthening work on roads in the Dungarvan–Lismore area has been completed by the Council and similar work in the Comeragh Area is expected to be finished by mid-May. The road surface dressing campaign will commence in June, a meeting of the Waterford City and County Council was told last week. Coastal repair works are in progress on underpinning the sea wall at Dunmore East and gabion baskets along the Sand Dunes in Tramore are currently being restored. An application made to the Dept. of the Marine for funding for works at Helvick Pier is under consideration.

President Michael D Higgins visits Coláiste na Rinne

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Cait Ní Charthaigh and Fiona Ní Léime from Coláiste na Rinne pictured during President Michael D Higgins’ visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn. [David Clynch Photography] President Michael D Higgins pictured with the Meánscoil singers, teachers and Ábhair Oidí during his visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn.

Coláiste na Rinne Catering Staff pictured during President Michael D Higgins visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn.

President Michael D Higgins pictured with local artist Mick Mulcahy during the President's visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn. [David Clynch Photography]

The audience in the Halla at Coláiste na Rinne for President Michael D Higgin's visit.

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President Michael D Higgins being interviewed by Míchéal Ó Drisleáin from WLR during the President's visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn. [David Clynch Photography]

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Doireann, Paddy, Sadhbh and Rudhann de Faoite from An Rinn awaiting the arrival of President Michael D Higgins to Coláiste na Rinne. [David Clynch Photography]

MC Mathún Ó Caoimh speaking during President Michael D Higgins visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn. [David Clynch Photography]

Brian Nammock from RTE pictured with Dr. Míchéal Ó Drisleáin during President Michael D Higgins’ visit to Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn. [David Clynch Photography

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Dungarvan Shopping Centre Mother’s Day promotion CONGRATULATIONS to Sinead O’Meara, winner of our very successful Mother’s Day promotion at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Sinead and her mother Kathleen enjoyed a 5-star experience at Dungarvan

Shopping Centre where Kathleen had Fashion Stylist Katherine Cahill from Prima Model Agency on hand to select the most flattering outfits to purchase with her €250 prize fund courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Kathleen took a break from an excellent day of shopping to undergo a make-over courtesy of Jenny’s Beauty Secrets and New Images Hair Salon before winging her way to the 5-Star luxurious Cliff House Hotel. Kathleen was

Sinead O'Meara from Cappoquin, Olive Flynn from Ciaran O'Flynn Jewellers, Kathleen O'Meara and Katherine Cahill from Prima Model Agency. Sinead nominated her mother Kathleen for the prize of Dungarvan Shopping Centre Mother's Day Competition. Kathleen was treated to lunch, hair and make up pampering, personal styling session and a €250 voucher from Dungarvan Shopping Centre before they spent the night at The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore. [David Clynch Photography]

greeted on her arrival to the Cliff House and given a tour of the 5-Star rooms and spa facilities which was to be at her disposal for the night followed by a Gourmet dining experience with views overlooking the majestic Ardmore

Bay to round off a truly 5star experience courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre, the number one shopping centre in the South East. Dungarvan Shopping Centre would like to thank our partners in this 5-Star

Promotion: • New Images Hair Salon, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan • Jenny’s Beauty Secrets, The Plaza, Dungarvan Shopping Centre • The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore

• Prima Model Agency, Waterford City And thank you to all our customers for participating in this wonderful promotion courtesy of Dungarvan Shopping Centre – the Centre of Dungarvan.

Claire Duggan from Dungarvan Shopping Centre pictured with Kathleen O'Meara and her daughter Sinead and Serena Kenny from The Cliff House Hotel. Sinead O'Meara from Cappoquin nominated Kathleen for the prize of Dungarvan Shopping Centre Mother's Day Competition. Kathleen was treated to lunch, hair and make-up pampering, personal styling session and a €250 voucher from Dungarvan Shopping Centre before spending the night at The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore. [David Clynch Photography]

Sinead O'Meara from Cappoquin pictured with her mum Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. Sinead O'Meara from Cappoquin pictured with her mum Kathleen O'Meara at The Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore. [David Clynch Photography]

Kathleen O'Meara at the Dungarvan Shopping Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

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Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.[David Clynch Photography]

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Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre. [David Clynch Photography]

Katherine Cahill from Prima Model Agency pictured with Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

Kathleen O'Meara at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

[David Clynch Photography]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Sponsored teams and supporters at the Lookout in Dungarvan Harbour ahead of the start of the 2014 Raft Race Challenge.

[Julianne French]

Niamh Briggs Ireland Women’s Rugby Team Captain l a u n c h e d D u n g a r v a n Ra f t Ra c e C h a l l e n g e

Launch of the Dungarvan Raft Race 2015: Irish Women’s Rugby Captain Niamh Briggs who launched this year's Raft Race in Dungarvan Sailing Club pictured with Oliver Clancy, Hon. Fundraising Chairman Dungarvan & Helvic Head RNLI. The proceeds of this year's race will go to the RNLI, Suir Draggon Warriors and the Waterford Draggon Wariors. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

NIAMH Briggs, Ireland Women’s Rugby Team Captain launched Waterford Warriors 2nd Annual Raft Race to a large gathering in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club on Thursday, May 7th. In aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers, the Raft Race challenge is scheduled for Dungarvan Harbour at the Lookout at 3.00 p.m. Sunday, June 14th. With an entry fee of €600 per team, there are at least 30 groups expected to participate, with each raft raising much needed funds for these well deserving causes. “We would encourage

all clubs, pubs and local businesses to enter.” said Hon RNLI Fundraising Chairman Oliver Clancy, “Entry forms and registration can be obtained from the contacts listed below. “There is a perpetual trophy of specially commissioned hand crafted Ring Crystal for the winning team and prizes for Best Dressed Crew and Best Youth Category and I can predict that there will be a great spirit of fun and friendly rivalry among all the teams of six on the water and their supporters on the shore” he added. “The 2015 Raft Race Challenge is expected to attract over 2,000 spectators and participants to

Dungarvan and will feature both Waterford and Clonmel Dragon Warriors long boats. “The Fundraising Branch of the Helvick Lifeboat are happy to host and organise the raft race which we hope

will become an annual event!” said Oliver Clancy. Further information: 087 821 0420; rnlihelvick@gmail.com info@joanclancygallery.c om Stephen Foley 087 780 0256 FB: Dungarvan

Raft Race Challenge. FB: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising. FB: Waterford Dragon Warriors. FB: Waterford and Clonmel Dragon Warriors Raft Race Challenge with RNLI.

Young sponsored kayakers enjoying the 2014 Raft Race Challenge in Dungarvan Harbour with St Mary’s Church of Ireland in the background. [Julianne French]

Multi-million euro compensation warning seems unlikely to delay treatment plant any further By Christy Parker IRISH WATER has reassured that construction of the waste water treatment plant at Foxhole will proceed “once all statutory processes are completed.” The commitment comes amidst a declaration by a shellfish harvesting company that it would seek millions of euros in compensation should the treatment plant proceed as proposed. Regardless of the perceived threat, which was made in December 2013, Irish Water has reiterated its intention to press ahead. The tone of the water company’s response suggests it does not expect any serious or

prolonged delay to result from the compensation warning. The threat to seek recompense – either from Irish Water or the Dept of Environment or both – was issued to the Department in December 2013 in a submission from Dunmore East based Woodstown Bay Shellfish Ltd (WBSL), who claims the presence of outfall pipes will infringe adversely on its mussel farming business in Youghal harbour. The company says it invested €3.5 in the building a purposebuilt boat, the Creadan Lady to harvest the harbour. WBSL Managing Director Paul Barlow says his enterprise has “absolute

legal ownership of the rights to the bed of the Blackwater in Youghal Bay under licence issued by Lismore Estates and the Duke of Devonshire in 2002.” MILLIONS OF EURO The managing director says his company’s plans were supported by the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, BIM and the Minister for Marine and was “selected to receive” €1.4m in grant aid in support of the Youghal bay being a 100% export undertaking. He has warned that proceeding with the treatment plant as proposed “would give rise to not only claims for the millions of Euro we have invested in this business

but there would be claims of millions of Euro of lost earnings going forward.” Irish Water plans to install a sole outfall pipe to carry treated water in the centre of Youghal harbour, while retaining three outfall pipes – at Paxe’s Lane, Green’s Quay and Foxhole, currently dispersing raw sewerage, simply as storm water overflows. Mr. Barlow says he supports treated water but that all pipes should be far removed from the bay or beaches. Mr. Barlow says he was never consulted by any of the bodies involved in drawing up the treatment plant plans back in 2008, naming Cork County Council,

Youghal town Council, Bord Iascaigh Mhara, Dept. of Environment, Dept of Marine, the Sea Fishing Protection Authority and the Food Safety Authority as guilty parties. DISPUTED ROVER Following the submission from WBSL, the Department of Environment sought further information from Irish Water and this was supplied by Atkins Ireland Ltd. the projects engineer agents. Atkins has dismissed the WBSL concerns, insisting that very little mussel farming has been conducted in the past decade or so. The engineers say the outfall pipes will not interfere with whatever mussel beds exist

and that treating the waste water will actually create a better marine environment for shellfish mussel farming “should it resume.” Furthermore, argue the agents, the State is in dispute with the Duke of Devonshire as to ownership of the river in any case. Environment Minister is expected to decide on the issuing of the foreshore licence by late September. Irish Water, seemingly unfazed by WBSL’s contentions, says work will commence on constructing the plant at Foxhole “is due to begin once all statutory processes are completed” and that construction will take “an ambitious 24 months.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

‘We Need to Correctly Rehabilitate the Ankle Sprain!’

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles A high percentage of athletes that suffer an Ankle Inversion Sprain suffered a similar injury previously. So very often the latest Ankle sprain is simply a re-occurrence of an old ankle injury. However, we make the mistake of failing to re-habilitate this ankle injury thoroughly and hence the reason for its re-occurrence and in many cases its multiple re-occurrence. So what are the dangers/risks of not fully completing a rehabilitation programme for the sprained Ankle? • Restricted Ankle Movement leading to an altered gait/running style • Loss of Speed, Poor cutting, twisting & turning movements • Poor ankle Joint Stability leading to a poor single leg Landing technique causing ankle/knee injury • Greater Risk of knee Injuries such as medial meniscus, medial Collateral Ligament & Anterior Cruciate Ligament injury due an inward angling (valgus angle) of the knee joint during landing & twisting movements. • Risk of Ankle Impingement syndrome, development ankle joint arthritic chondral lesions due to multiple sprains. So what does a Full complete Ankle Inversion Sprain entail? When we are rehabilitating an ankle or even a knee or shoulder injury, in order for the Patient to progress from one exercise to a more advanced exercise they most successfully pass a series of exercise tests. These tests performed under the guidance of your Practitioner, are vitally important in order to ensure that the player can return to play a better athlete than prior to injury. So what are we testing to ensure confident return of Athlete to Full Sport? • Balance stability – Can the Patient stand on one leg with good control for a sustained period with free limb movement. • Is ankle movement now the same as the opposite ankle? • Have they performed Hopping and Landing drills that progress from double leg landing to single leg landing in multiple planes of movement. • How much Ground Reaction Force has the rehabilitation programme allowed for. Ground Reaction Force is the degree of force or load that is exerted on the joint during landing activates. • Are there any Abnormal Alignment issues noted in the athlete during squatting, jumping, running, and landing activities. Crucially these alignment abnormalities such as trunk rotation, knee angle, foot landing position will need to be corrected before the Athlete returns to play. • Finally it very important that the athlete continues some aspects of the rehabilitation program after they have returned to play. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

Second time round for Minister Michael Ring TD as Youghal Eco-Boardwalk re-opens to public MICHAEL Ring TD, Minister of State for Tourism and Sport ‘officially re-launched’ the Youghal Eco-Boardwalk, on Thursday last having performed the original opening back in July 2012. With funding of €200,000 from the Department of the Environment and project managed by the Coastal Management Section of

Cork County Council, the boardwalk was recently reinstated having fallen victim to the aggressive storms that struck many coastal areas in January 2014. The boardwalk consists of 400 metres of hardwood panels sourced in Cameroon, fixed to the original steel pylons, sunk deep into the sand. It is completely disability access friendly. The original facility proved to be immensely

popular, becoming a daily destination for many walkers of all ages. As well as being a healthy and pleasant amenity it has also proven to be a venue of great social interaction and a key driver of tourism in the area. The Minister also performed another official duty by opening ‘The Raleigh Quarter’ in the historic area of the town of Youghal. The area is seen as

key to Failte Ireland’s recent ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ initiative and incorporates the medieval town walls and gardens and St. Mary’s Collegiate Church. The Raleigh Quarter will be the ‘visual identity’ for the area, using the world famous ‘Renaissance Man’ and one time Mayor of Youghal as the “hook” to entice international visitors to the historic area. Visitors will be

guided through the area by following a series of branded ‘Raleigh Quarter’ interpretive panels. As part of his visit the Minister reviewed the progress of the Youghal Clock Gate Tower Building which is set to open to the public in 2016 as a visitor attraction, bringing an additional €1.2M to the local economy per annum once opened.

Michael Ring TD, (FG) Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport with Special Responsibility for Tourism and Sport, (centre) officially relaunching Youghal's Eco Boardwalk, with David Stanton TD, (FG) currently Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality, Cllr. Alan Coleman, (FF), Mayor of the County of Cork, and Sandra McLellan TD, (SF) Sinn Fein spokesperson on Arts, Heritage, Tourism and Sport, during the Minister's visit to Youghal. [John Hennessy]

Michael Ring TD, (FG) Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport with Special Responsibility for Tourism and Sport, officially opening Youghal's Raleigh Quarter during the Minister's visit to Youghal. [John Hennessy]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Garda Policing Plan supports communities with impactful law enforcement THE Garda Policing Plan for 2015 aims to have impactful law enforcement, while also supporting the growth of community resilience and spirit in County Waterford. At the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee, Chief Superintendent Pat Murphy said the Policing Plan will shift from a reactive case driven approach, which is hugely resource heavy in terms of detention, courts, appeals, and money going into coffers other than the development and safety of communities, to a more strategic prevention thrust. He was responding to a question from John Devlin, representing the Public Participation Network, who noted that figures for community policing had decreased, yet it was earlier stated that community Gardaí could be increased at times, indicating a more reactive than preventative strategy in communities. Chief Supt. Murphy said the policing plan strategy, working with community leaders and other agencies, aims to enable the people of Waterford to live in inclusive, thriving communities, free from the impacts of crime, danger and disorder, through the fostering of civic spiritedness, progressive networking aimed at cutting the flow of children and young people into life paths blighted by crime, addiction and delinquency. Chief Supt. Murphy said it was envisaged to train and

develop members of the force to develop an additional set of skills to enable them to collaborate with other agencies to help support and treat young and addicted people and restore them to productive citizenship. He said that young people involved with criminality, whether drug taking or anti-social behaviour, can cause mayhem in communities. “Can we get to these young people earlier and engage with them? Can we divert them from criminality and develop them into productive young citizens, rather than dealing with them through cautions, bringing them before the courts, and then dropping them into the criminal justice system, when they likely could be in and out of jail,” Chief Supt. Murphy said. While Mr. Devlin agreed with the Chief Superintendent’s comments as the way forward, he said that on the ground, people like to see more visibility of community policing. Mr. Devlin said the view coming back to the services is a sense there is a low visibility of Gardaí in communities, and the perception, or sense, of abandonment in some communities. He acknowledged what Chief Supt. Murphy stated about the Policing Plan and said he would bring that back to the communities he works with.

Dr. Michael Martin, Fota House; Barbara Murray, YSEDG; Nick Ryan, Walter Raleigh Hotel, and Jenny De Saulles, Fáilte Ireland, pictured as Cork Tourism Businesses Meet with Fáilte Ireland to progress ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. Tourism operators from Co. Cork attended Fáilte Ireland’s ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ stakeholder workshop at the The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork. [Gerard McCarthy]

Know Your Rights Council seeking GETTING MARRIED ABROAD Question: My partner and I are getting married next year. We are planning to travel abroad for the ceremony. What do we need to do? Answer: If either your or your partner are Irish citizens and you are thinking of getting married outside Ireland, the legal validity of your marriage is governed, in part, by the laws of the country in which you marry. In most, if not all cases, the legal formalities abroad are very different to those in Ireland. For example, a church marriage abroad is usually a purely religious ceremony with no legal effect. Because it is not recognised in law in the country in which it takes place, it cannot be regarded as a legal marriage in Ireland.This is the case even though a marriage in the same church or denomination in Ireland is legally binding. This is because the religious ceremony is recognised in Ireland as a civil contract. It is very important, therefore, that you make sure to meet all the legal requirements of the country you are marrying in.You should contact the civil registration office in that country to find out what is required. You may decide to have a civil marriage in Ireland followed by a religious ceremony abroad. Although you must meet the foreign requirements, you are still bound by Irish law as far as the capacity to marry is concerned. For example, your marriage abroad will not be recognised under Irish law if one or both of you was ordinarily resident in Ireland and one or both of you was aged under 18 at the time of the marriage and did not have a Court Exemption Order. Marriages that take place outside the State are not normally registered in Ireland. They are usually registered in the country where they occur.Your foreign marriage certificate will usually be accepted for official purposes in Ireland if you need to show evidence that you are married. If the certificate is in a foreign language, you must provide an official translation or a translation from a recognised translation agency. You may require a Certificate of Freedom to Marry to get married in some foreign countries. This may also be called "Certificate de Coutume" or "Certificate of Nulla Osta". You apply online to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for a Certificate of Freedom to Marry. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. 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: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

funding for ‘Better Energy’ scheme

WATERFORD Council will know in the coming weeks whether it has been successful in obtaining funding for a Better Energy Communities Scheme it hopes to initiate in a Portlaw housing estate. Cllr. Mary Butler noted at the April meeting of Comeragh District Council that the Council is seeking funding from Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland (SEAI) under the ‘Better Energy Communities Scheme’, with proposals to upgrade 12 housing units in

Beech Grove, Portlaw. Proposed work to the 12 houses includes insulation measures and installation of air-water heat pumps. Cllr. Butler asked why it was only 12 houses receiving the energy upgrade and how the Council will decide which 12 houses will be picked. Senior Environment Officer, Ray Moloney said the information was not to hand, but would get details of the scheme from the Energy officer and forward them to Cllr. Butler.

Meeting adjourned in respect of bereavements By Christy Parker MAY’S DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting observed a minute’s silence and a five minute suspension of business in honour of deceased relations of councillors and of community members in the very recent past. Cllr. James Tobin extended sympathy to the family of John Cronin (Johnny), Ardmore, who died last weekend. The late Mr. Cronin was a

nephew of County Councillor Tom Cronin. Cllr. Pat Nugent also extended three votes of sympathy in respect of Pat O’Gorman, sister-in-law of Cllr. Declan Doocey; Donough Keane, who died in Signapore and to Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan on the death of his aunt, Eileen O’Sullivan, in England. Cllr. John Pratt added a vote of sympathy to the family of 94 year-old Michael Murphy from the locality.

Mary Houlihan, Waterford Tourism; Jenny De Saulles, Fáilte Ireland, and Maura O'Keeffe, Lismore Castle, pictured as Waterford Tourism Businesses Meet with Fáilte Ireland to progress ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. Tourism operators from Co. Waterford attended Fáilte Ireland’s ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ stakeholder workshop at the The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork. [Gerard McCarthy]

Liz Quinn, Stone Mad Workshops, Holycross; Brid Skelly, The Old Abbey, Holycross; Ann Marie Walsh, Holycross Community Network, and Ruairi Deane, Fáilte Ireland, pictured as Waterford Tourism Businesses Meet with Fáilte Ireland to progress ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. Tourism operators from Co. Waterford attended Fáilte Ireland’s ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ stakeholder workshop at the The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork. [Gerard McCarthy]

Jeff Dawson, Fitzwilton Hotel; Fiona McHardy, Waterford Viking Triangle; Jenny De Saulles, Fáilte Ireland; Ray Sinnott, Mount Congreve Estate, and David Rogers, Waterford Treasures, pictured as Waterford Tourism Businesses Meet with Fáilte Ireland to progress ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’. Tourism operators from Co. Waterford attended Fáilte Ireland’s ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’ stakeholder workshop at the The Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal, Co. Cork. [Gerard McCarthy]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Writing blossoms in May at Waterford Writers weekend WATERFORD’S literary riches was in full display recently for Waterford Writers Weekend, with four days of schools and children’s events, writing workshops, talks, readings and performances around the city. Never has it been more important to celebrate and explore our cultural capital than now, when Waterford is vying for the prestigious City of Culture 2020 for the South East along with sister counties Wexford and Kilkenny. Waterford poet and journalist Seán Dunne died in 1995 and to commemorate the twenty years since his death, the festival this year chose to mark Seán’s legacy with a celebration of the man and his work. Friends and family spoke warmly of Seán at the Seán Dunne Young Poet award presen-

tation, of his wit and warm charisma as well as his art. Sean’s daughter Niamh and sons Cathal and Gavin read some of his poems and writer and actor Lynda Gough read from his autobiography In My Father’s House. 17 year old Niamh Keegan was overjoyed to be awarded the Seán Dunne Young Poet 2015, recieving €500 and poetry mentoring. A student of St Declan’s in Kilmacthomas, Niamh attends Waterford Youth Arts’ creative writing classes in Waterford city where her tutor Eimear Cheasty encouraged her to enter the competition. Sabai Thai on the Mall was the glamorous backdrop for an evening of practical positivity with dating guide author Avril Mulcahy. Avril’s book Go Get Him! is a whipsmart and straight

talking guide to finding and maintaining romance. Being your best self and knowing what you want is useful for all of us, but it is essential to having a successful love life and finding a partner. “If he hasn’t contacted you all weekend and he texts you at 10.00 p.m. on a Sunday night, don’t you dare reply!” Avril pointed out to her audience. Overcoming nerves and doubts, many of Waterford’s writers got to the stage at Saturday’s hugely successful open mic night at Downes bar.Those who shared their writing with the very supportive audience included writers from the Waterford writing groups Compass and Word Weavers, self publishing success Karen Power and writing retreat organisers Nollaig Brennan and Margaret O’Brien. Writer and musician

Derek Flynn finished the evening off with some excellent songs from his new album, The School of Night. Féted novelists Donal Ryan and Mary Costello were quizzed by poet Paul Perry on Sunday afternoon in Greyfriars Gallery at a hugely engaging readers’ event that closed out the festival. Both writers spoke of their inspirations and successes but also of their writing trials and challenges. Mary Costello spoke of her reliance on poetry to inspire her work: “There is nothing more finely distilled and pure as poetry”. Donal Ryan, author of the bestselling The Spinning Heart spoke of the responsibility writers shoulder in caring for and crafting literary fiction, sentence by sentence. Waterford City and County Librarian closed

Niamh Keegan, Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford, winner of the Seán Dunne Young Poets Award. [Patrick Browne]

the Waterford Writers Weekend with her thanks to the authors and audi-

ences, the Dunne family, the organisers Vanessa O’Loughlin & Galánta

Events and the Arts and Library departments of the City and County Council.

Pictured at "Go Get Him" with author Avril Mulcahy. are Liz O'Mahoney, Pictured at "Seán Dunne – A conversation with his contemporaries and friends" – Harry author Avril Mulcahy and Ger Guiry. Flynn, Thomas McCarthy, Nichola Beresford, Peter Fallon, Jim Nolan. [Patrick Browne] [Patrick Browne]

Pictured at "Seán Dunne – A conversation with his contemporaries and friends". Standing are Harry Flynn, Thomas McCarthy, Peter Fallon, Jim Nolan. Seated are Seán's children Eoghan, Gavin and Niamh. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured from left are Margaret Organ, Arts Officer Waterford and City Counci; Jim Nolan, Judge; Niamh Keegan, Kilmeaden, Co. [Patrick Browne] Waterford, winner of the Seán Dunne Young Poets Award; Thomas McCarthy, Grace Wells, Judge.

Pictured at "An Act of Love - The Marie Flemming Story" – Dave Kenny, Marie Fleming's daughter Corinna and Sue Leonard, Author of "An Act of Love," and Tom Curran, partner of the late Marie Fleming. [Patrick Browne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Four year sentence for teenager who assaulted Garda Superintendent A COUNTY Waterford teenager was given four years detention with the final three years suspended by the Circuit Criminal Court last week, for attempted armed robbery, hijacking a car and smashing a beer bottle over the head of a Garda Supt. in anti-social violence that led to the tragic death of a Dungarvan youth who was drowned in a dyke. The 17 year old defendant pleaded guilty to the attempted robbery of Sean Hayes, Siopa Ris, Hennessy’s Rd., Waterford; the hijacking of a car and theft of a phone in Dungarvan and the attack on the Garda Officer during an incident outside his house late at night. A 72 year old Waterford shopkeeper Sean Hayes beat off an armed raider with a can of pepper spray during the attempted robbery in his lock-up shop on April 14th, 2013, the court heard. One of the two raiders pointed an imitation firearm at the pensioner and ordered him get down on the floor and hand over

the contents of the till or he would be shot in the head. But the brave shopkeeper reached for a can of pepper stray and discharged it in the face of one of the raiders forcing them to flee empty handed. Garda John Paul Foley said the shop was targeted because it was small and outside the Centre. The culprits were observed outside the shop before they got up the courage to go in and they were later tracked going through the streets on CCTV. For close on 20 years Mr. Hayes ran his shop, catering mainly for elderly people and children. After this incident he was shocked and felt ill and now locked up when darkness fell. Describing the death of the Dungarvan youth following an anti-social incident in Abbeyside on May 15th, 2014, Det. Inspector Anthony Petit said Supt. Ml. Lacey of Seafield, Abbeyside, was going to bed when a loud noise of a breaking bottle was heard outside his front door. Bottles were also thrown at cars on the estate

and neighbours came out to investigate. A group of teenagers were followed by the Superintendant in his car and he stopped and identified himself and spoke to two of them on the Clonea Road. As he was about to arrest the youths he was suddenly caught from behind in a “bear hug”.The defendant smashed a beer bottle over the crown of his head and he started bleeding. He was removed to hospital by ambulance for treatment of a laceration. A search was launched for three youths who fled the scene in different directions. One of them was found later drowned in a shallow water dyke. The defendant was arrested on a nearby beach four hours later in a highly intoxicated state. He was unfit to be interviewed and was distressed on learning of the drowning tragedy. The car hijacking incident took place in Dungarvan town centre when a group of five youths piled into the car of Robert Crowley and demanded a spin to

Abbeyside. The defendant had been at school with the car owner. A mobile phone was grabbed from the dashboard by the youths. The car was driven to Clonea. The driver was dragged from the car and was kicked and punched and was “knocked out”. The youths had difficulty starting the car before the defendant got it going and drove off. The phone was thrown from the window of the moving car and was never recovered. The car was abandoned in a damaged condition at Leamybrien. Replying to questions Sergt. Larry Sheehan said the defendant was 16 at the time of the incident and had no previous convictions but had been dealt with under the Juvenile Liaison Scheme and given two formal cautions. Since the age of nine he was known to the Gardai and he abused alcohol and drugs from a very early age. His parents were separated and his early years were “chaotic and without structure” and his father had his own addiction problems.

All of the offending was drink and drug related. There was a good period in his life when he was in foster care in Co. Wexford. It was essential that he kept away from friends in the Dungarvan–Lismore area of West Waterford. The teenager’s former foster mother said while he was in her family he was very popular with his peers and joined the local GAA club and was a very good worker. Unfortunately, he kept in touch with his Dungarvan friends by facebook and went downhill when he joined them. She said her family had a recruiting company in Wexford and they were willing to employ the youth and act in loco parentis and eventually offer him an apprenticeship. It would not be a “free ride” and he would have to work and build up trust. Barrister Conor Roberts, instructed by Martin Lavan, solr., said the drowning tragedy was very distressing for the defendant who was addressing his addiction problems while in custody. He was gen-

uinely remorseful and there was great hope for him. Judge Melanie Greally said the serious nature of the offending in all three incidents was grave enough to attract custodial sentences. All the offences occurred in a short time period when the defendant was under the negative influence of drugs and his peer group. The tragic death of one of the youths was a stark reminder of the danger of anti-social activity. The Judge suspended the final three years of the detention term on the youth entering into a bond to keep the peace and take up the “exceptional” apprenticeship offer which was a “life raft” for him. He was directed to remain under the care of the probation service after his release and stay away from County Waterford as well as two named Dungarvan youths. Detention for children was a last resort and the defendant would be back in the community by the Autumn, said the Judge.

Jail sentence for man who sexually assaulted young siblings A 56 YEAR old man, who sexually assaulted a brother and sister aged eight and seven years as they slept in the home of their child minder, was sentenced to four and a half years in prison with the final 12 months suspended by Waterford Circuit Criminal Court last week. The man, whose name and address cannot be published to protect the identity of his victims, had previous convictions for indecent exposure to a schoolgirl and sexually assaulting his own nephew and niece. Stating that the offences were very serious, Judge Melanie Greally noted that the accused man had been in a prior relationship for six years with the child minder who was entrusted with the care of the children over night. Passing sentence, the Judge said the accused man had pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault on an eight year old boy and his seven year old sister in the home of their child minder on the night of June 27th, 2013. For six years prior to the incident the accused was in a relationship with the child minder who was entrusted with the care of the children on the night in question. In the early hours between 2.00 a.m. and 3.00 a.m. the accused man entered the bedroom where the children were sleeping and removed the girl’s lower clothing and tried to touch her private part. But the girl resisted and he then went over to the bed

where her brother was sleeping and removed his lower clothing and tried to masturbate him. The man then returned to the girl and tried to take a picture of her private part and entreated her to show him her private part and he would expose himself indecently. The girl’s shouts alerted the child minder who came into the bedroom and immediately realised that something had happened and she stayed with the children for the rest of the night. Later that same morning the child minder confronted her partner and at that stage he left the house. The Judge said the two children were medically examined in Crumlin Children’s Hospital, Dublin, and the examinations were normal and nothing untoward was found. The accused man was arrested by the Gardaí and interviewed and he said he was very drunk on the night and did not recall in the incident but did not dispute the accounts given by the children. He had three previous convictions going back to 1984. One conviction was indecent exposure to a schoolgirl and two were for sexual assault on his niece and nephew, who were of similar age to his two latest victims. He served in excess of two years in prison and completed a sex offender’s programme. Jude Greally said she was taking into consideration the extremely saddening effects the assaults had on the two children.

Prior to this they had been care free and trusting as children should be. The accused man was 56 years of age and was previously married and had two sons. It was a happy marriage until he was incarcerated and it broke down. The previous convictions led to him being isolated from his family but the relationship he had with the child minder was a positive one and it had survived. Reports before the court showed that he had a history of depression and suicidal but that was only when he was caught and faced charges. Alcohol was a difficulty in his conduct and his drunken condition was the prime driver in his offending, she said. In spite of his previous convictions and the completion of the sexual offenders programme, it did not deter him from reoffending. He demonstrated little understanding of his offending and he denied an attraction to children. The court was compelled to take the view that the accused man was at high risk of re-offending and to decide where the offences stood on the scale of gravity. Such acts of depravity were of an extremely serious nature but these offences fell at the lower end of the scale because of the nature, direction and lack of violence associated with the incident. But there were a number of aggravating factors involved – the youth of the victims; the breach of trust when they thought they

were in a place of security; the significant impact the offences on the children and the previous convictions for similar conduct as well as the intoxication, which was self induced when he knew he was in the company or presence of children. The mitigating factors were the early guilty plea that spared the two victims the trauma of going through a trail; his cooperation on arrest and an early willingness to accept responsibility and his expressions of remorse and more recent remorse in court. Judge Greally imposed a sentence of four and a half years in prison with the final 12 months suspended on the accused entering into a bond to keep the peace for two years after his release from prison. A condition of the bond is that he remains under the supervision of the probation service for five years post release and comply with specialist therapeutic intervention for alcohol abuse. The Judge said he must absent himself from all situations were he had unsupervised access to children. “You must stay away from situations that give unsupervised access to children. Failure to comply is an offence in itself. You must not have access to children on you own”, she warned. Reporting restrictions were imposed in relation to the publication of the names of the victims, their family, the child minder and the accused man.

No place for youth apart from detention THERE was no place apart from detention for a troubled County Waterford youth, who has been found guilty of charges of robbery, assault causing harm, hijacking a car and producing a broken bottle during a family row. The 16 year old youth is being held in custody awaiting sentence for assaulting his uncle, who lives in the family home, by biting him on the arm, as well as taking a car by force or threat at Ballinacourty, Dungarvan. The court heard it was alleged the youth recently assaulted three prison officers while in a juvenile detention centre at Trinity House. A planned conference of HSE and medical and psychological professionals to assess him for ADHD and schizophrenia was called off as staff could not bring him to Waterford in light of the assault allegations. Solicitor Graham Farrell, for the HSE, said that there was no place for the troubled youth outside of detention.The situation was a very difficult one. In light of the recent assaults and criminal allegations, foster care nor residence in a special care home were options. Judge Melanie Greally said the reasons for the failure to hold the conference on the youth were of grave concern and the court needed to take a multifaceted view of all maters while he was in a volatile state. The HSE’s Child and Family Agency would work with the probation services but the options available were not suitable for the defendant. The Judge said in the foster care option the safety of the foster parents and other members of the family were of utmost importance. She remanded the teenager in custody in Trinity House and adjourned the case for a week. She directed that the youth receive counselling for his drug and anger management problems and told him that he must follow all instructions given him by the probation services.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Moe’s Rising Star just rose higher! THERE seems to be a never-ending stream of good news regarding Moe Dunford’s acting career since ‘Patrick’s Day’, the film in which he stars, took its first Award at the Galway Film Fleadh last year. It was announced last week by Bord Scannán na hÉireann / the Irish Film Board (IFB) and the Irish Film & Television Academy (IFTA) that in addition to his nomination as Best Actor in the forthcoming IFTA Awards, Moe has also been given the nod as one of four young Irish actors who will contend for the Rising Star Award. The 2015 nominees are: Caitriona Balfe – Actress (Outlander); Moe Dunford – Actor (Patrick’s Day); Donal Foreman – Writer/Director (Out of Here) and Sarah Greene – Actress (Noble). The winner will be announced at the IFTA Film & Drama Awards ceremony to be held in The Mansion House on Sunday next, May 24th. Selected by a special jury

IFTA Rising Star Award Nominees 2015. and sponsored by the IFB, the Rising Star Award is a unique IFTA Award in that it aims to highlight exceptional new and breakthrough talent working in all areas of Irish Film & Drama. The Fall actor Jamie Dornan won the IFTA Rising Star Award in 2014, while writer/director Gerard Barrett won in 2013 for his work on Pilgrim Hill. 2012 saw writer/director John Michael McDonagh win the award for his film The Guard while actor

Domhnall Gleeson won in 2011 for breakthrough performances in When Harvey Met Bob and Sensation. In announcing the nominations, Áine Moriarty, Chief Executive of the Irish Film and Television Academy said that for the past 12 years the Academy has put the international spotlight on great new Irish talent making a significant mark in the film industry at large. “This important Award showcases four superb Irish talents who have shown themselves to be world class

professionals in their fields,” she said. “IFTA is proud to showcase Ireland’s Rising Stars and acknowledges the partnership with the Irish Film Board across this Award supporting new Irish industry talent.” Moe Dunford graduated from the Gaiety School of Acting in 2009 and wasted no time securing television roles being cast as Richard Leland in two episodes of the internationally renowned series The Tudors in 2010. Further television roles followed including appear-

ances in Game of Thrones, Raw and An Crisis before being cast in the recurring role of Aethelwulf in the History Channel’s successful Irish/Canadian co-production Vikings in 2013. In 2014, Moe undertook his first lead film role when Terry McMahon cast him as the very complex titular character in his feature film Patrick’s Day. Moe’s performance as the love-struck, schizophrenic Patrick received enormous praise upon the film’s release and the actor was recognized with an EFP Shooting Star Award earlier this year with the jury stating that “he shows compassion and subtlety always putting the character first, never letting Patrick's issues overwhelm the performance.” Moe returned to Dungarvan to a rapturous welcome in a packed SGC Cinema, when Mayor, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan led a string of tributes to him and especially his performance in ‘Patrick’s Day’. He and the film are synony-

mous, as Director, Terry McMahon, a magnificent cast and crew created a very commendable film which highlights the difficulties of mental health difficulties. Over 500 people turned out for the event and contributed handsomely through their admission to a generous donation to Pieta House. News of the result of the IFTA Awards, for which ‘Patrick’s Day’ gained nine nominations will be eagerly awaited by an enthusiastic following in his home town and district and anticipate another major award to a growing collection on Moe’s sideboard. Highlights of the programme of the event will be carried on TV3 on Monday night next featuring all the excitement from the Ceremony and the Red Carpet in a one hour IFTA Awards Special with highlights and interviews with nominees and winners, stars of the screen, guest presenters, Lifetime and special guests.

The Language People - fulfilling St. Cathaldus honoured your language needs at Canty LANGUAGE learning is becoming more and more important in today’s world. The Language People, Dungarvan’s only language school, having morning and evening classes for both younger and older learners. French, German, Spanish and Italian classes are held on a weekly basis. Secondary school students are often required to have a language for many third level courses and the very competitive points system forces students to do well. A language cannot be acquired in one school year, students need to get a good foundation and gain a good understanding of language in 1st and 2nd year. An intensive week-long programme gives students an opportunity to: learn and understand; revise; practice; develop, listening and speaking skills; learn in a fun

and enjoyable way. Dates: June 8th - June 12th - Juniors 2nd / 3rd year, September 2015; August 10th - August 14th - Seniors 5th / 6th year, September 2015. The senior programme is an ideal opportunity to get on top of the language before entering 6th year. The intensive speaking practise prepares students for oral exams. Morning classes cover all parts of the Junior and Leaving Cert. Curriculum and the activity based afternoon gives the student a chance to use the language. Students also see that a language is more than just a school subject. Here are some comments from students who have attended our school and what they gained and thought of our Language school: “I gained so much from my German grinds. Just sit-

ting and speaking in German for an hour a week improved my German so much. I definitely wouldn’t have got my A1 grade without the grinds. It made me love the language because it was so laid back and I was very confident for my oral and written exams because of it”. “It really improved my level of speaking German. An unreal experience and overall very beneficial.” “Doing the camp at the Language People was a great choice. Everything was so well explained, the group was samll, so we got lots of practice time and it was great fun too.” Contact Maud Cunningham, The Language People, 4 Shandon Street, Dungarvan on 087-9753783 or you can also email on dungarvanlanguagepeople@gmail.com.

LAST Monday week, on the day after his Feast Day, St. Cathaldus (Cathal) was honoured in Canty, his native place, with a Mass of Thanksgiving celebrated by Fr. Gerard O’Connor, P.P., at the Holy Well named for the Saint. Many members of the local community attended, some of whom had travelled to Taranto in Italy some years ago to take part in the three day festival in honour of the Saint there. Memories were recalled of the great three hour processions in his honour, through the inner and outer harbours of

the Mediterranean city and in the streets of the old and new city where up to a hundred thousand people lined the route to acknowledge in fitting fashion the Bishop whom they revere as their Saint Protector and to whom they have immense devotion. Afterwards the congregation retired to the Community Hall / Sports Centre for tea and cake and to watch a short video of the Taranto celebrations and refresh their memories of amazing spectacle which is the May Festival there.

‘Sacred Grove’ exhibition continues at Old Market House THE ‘Sacred Grove’ Exhibition continues at The Old Market House from Tuesday to Friday, 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. (lunch 1.30 to 2.30 p.m.) and on Saturday 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. with free admission. This exhibition continues until Saturday, 6th June, 2015. This is an exciting and vibrant exhibition by a collective of Waterford artists and consists of ceramics, woodcarvings, woven willow works, oil and acrylic paintings and photography. The collection, which was shown initially during Waterford's Imagine Arts Festival, was featured on RTE's 'Morning Edition'. It invokes the mysterious if not mystical presence that can sometimes be felt when we are surrounded by woodland. All of the experienced artists showing in this exhibition are based in the South East. They include Kevin Connolly, Róisín Kinsella, Darragh Lyons, Pat McArdle, Christine O'Brien Shanahan, Conor Rush and Milia TsaoussisMaddock. They are joined by guest artist Beata Zakrzewska.This exhibition is curated by Christine O'Brien Shanahan and Conor Rush. Admission is free and for more information you can contact the Arts Centre on 058/48944.

Murder investigation launched after stabbing at Cork prison A MURDER investigation has been launched by Gardaí at Cork prison following the completion of a post-mortem examination on the body of a man who was stabbed to death last Saturday evening. It is believed a row started over a TV remote control between two inmates in the kitchen area, before the victim, named as Graham Johnson (41) from West Cork, was stabbed. The second inmate, believed to be a

Dungarvan native, aged in his 30s, was placed in isolation. Following a post-mortem of the body of Mr. Johnson, a murder investigation has now been launched. The Prison Service and the Inspector of Prisons will be carrying out their own investigations. A weapon recovered at the scene was sent for forensic examination. No one has been charged yet in connection with the incident.

Pictured with Fr. Gerard O'Connor, P.P., at the celebration of the Feast of St. Cathaldus at the Holy Well at Canty last week were [Rory Wyley] some of the congregation who attended to honour the local saint who is Saint Protector of Taranto in Italy.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Carriglea Cairde Services

2015 Job Shadow initiative a huge success! Margaret O’Keeffe and Neil at Eden Cafe.

Michael Keating

John Luke McGrath at the Butcher’s Block.

Stephen Power and Sarah O’Brien at Vodafone.

Killian Power and Michael at the Game Stop.

Mark Mansfield and Liam Walsh at Boston Barbers.

ON Wednesday, 22nd April Dungarvan Shopping Centre was the focal point for job seekers from Carriglea Cairde Services to ‘shadow’ a work place mentor in various outlets. Mary Morrissey – Eason: Mary assisted the manager Lucy for the afternoon. While there, Mary helped to display some candles on a stand in the store. She was also shown how to price books using the pricing gun and enjoyed interacting with the staff she was working with. John Luke McGrath – Butchers Block: John Luke started his job by handing out leaflets to the customers passing by. Afterwards he was shown how to use the pricing gun and priced some boxes of eggs and other stock. ‘Thanks to all the staff in the Butcher Block for a great experience’. Liam McLoughlin – Hereos: Liam worked in Heroes men’s clothing store in the Shopping Centre. ‘I worked with the shop assistant Daniel on the day and helped him to fold and tidy clothes. Well done Liam!! Killian Power – Game Stop: Killian worked in his favourite shop in Dungarvan – Game Stop. Killian really looked the part as he helped Michael to sort out the stock and tidy the store! Thanks to all the staff in GameStop for making it an enjoyable day. Liam O’Mahony – Lynch’s Greenhouse: Liam worked in Lynch’s fruit and veg shop with Sarah. Liam helped to serve customers, price new stock and even got to make his own smoothie using fruit and veg he picked himself! Thanks Sarah for a great day! Danny Corcoran – Paul Byron’s: ‘I enjoyed working with Roman and Mary in the shoe shop’.They showed me how to use the till, how to stock the shoes correctly on the shelves and clean down the shelves’. Great work Danny and thanks to all the staff in Paul Byron’s Shoes! Louise Walsh - Ciaran O’Flynn’s Jewellers: Louise got the opportunity to shadow Mary and Ciara in Ciaran O’Flynn’s on the day. Louise got to see all the beautiful jewellery there and was shown how the engraving was done! ‘Thanks to staff Mary and Ciara for a great day!’ Margaret O’Keeffe – Eden Café: ‘I worked with Neil in Eden Café. I cleared off the tables when the customers were finished with their tasty meals. It was very busy in the Café and I also helped by bringing the ware into the kitchen. I chatted to staff and customers and had a great day.’ Well done Margaret!! Emma Walsh – Lloyd’s Pharmacy: ‘I worked in Lloyd’s Pharmacy and shadowed Mary from 12noon-2pm. I put the new stock on the shelves and got to stock lots of different products. Thank you to all the staff!’ Amy Twomey – Carraig Donn: ‘I put up the new stock of jewellery that had been delivered. I helped to hang up the lovely new clothes that came in and helped to find jewellery to match. Thanks to Justin and all the staff for making it a wonderful day’. Triona O’Sullivan – Shanique: ‘I worked in Shanique with Marian. She was really lovely. She showed me how to use the till and do orders.Thank you for a wonderful day and for the lovely gift!’

Sarah Lynch – Harrington’s Bakery: Sarah loves baking and really enjoyed her job shadow in Harrington’s Bakery. Sarah ‘shadowed’ Monica and got the chance to use the ice cream machine and serve customers. Well done Sarah! Hughie Power – Ger Wyley’s: Hughie is an employee in Ger Wyley’s. He worked with James today and helped with the recycling and tearing up the boxes. Hughie loves his job and gets on great with the staff there! Mark Mansfield - Boston Barbers: Mark worked with Liam Walsh and Laura Tobin for the day. Mark was given a wonderful demonstration of how all the equipment worked and even got to try out some of it. Mark also got his hair cut and helped to wash and dry Liam’s hair with the assistance from Laura! Stephen Power – Vodafone Store: Stephen worked alongside Sarah in the phone store in the afternoon. Stephen enjoyed looking at the latest phones and accessories that were in the Shop. ‘Thanks to all the staff in the Vodafone Store and for the cool gift’. Davina Power & Nicola Walsh – Dungarvan Shopping Centre: Davina and Nicola worked at the Job Shadow Stand today in the shopping centre. Both girls helped the Transition to Work staff promote the day and raise awareness for supported employment for people with disabilities. ‘We gave out sweets and enjoyed taking part’. Well done girls!! Memorable Visit to Dungarvan Garda Station as part of National Job Shadow Day 2015: On the morning of the 23rd April a group of 9 service users and their support workers from Carriglea Cairde Services had the pleasure of visiting Dungarvan Garda Station. We were made feel so welcome by Garda Ian Kennefick, Garda Claire Courtney and Claire Murray as we arrived. Michael, Peter, Jean, Liam, Ellen, Carmel, Kathleen, Noelle and Claire immediately got into the role by sitting into the Garda Car and having a good look inside. They even got the opportunity to sound the sirens!! Garda Claire Courtney then showed us the breathalyser device, both Michael and Kathleen got the chance to blow into this!! We then went indoors and got some pictures taken in the cells. Next we got to see the base for the CCTV cameras that are placed all around town. We chose different places around the town to see what was going on there. Next it was back outside for us to have a go at using the radio. Most participants got the chance to pass messages to and from the station. Next we started fitting on the Garda Jackets, vests and hats.This was greatly enjoyed by everyone and we practiced stopping traffic!! Refreshments were enjoyed after this and we were all thrilled with the spread that was put in front of us! Afterwards we all went back outside and had pictures taken with all the other staff that were available on the day. Thank you so much to Sergeant Mark Allen and to all the staff who helped out on the day. An extra special thank you to Garda Ian Kennefick, Garda Claire Courtney and Claire Murray who made the morning extra special and really memorable for the participants!!

Amy Twomey in Carrig Donn.

Mary Morrissey and Lucy at Eason.

Sarah Lynch and Monica at Harrington’s Bakery.

Hughie Power and James Veale at Ger Wyley’s.

Garda Claire Courtney and Kathleen McGrath.

Garda Ian Kennefick and Carmel Curran.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Meeting the Chinese FOR the last decade or more, the Chinese economy has been booming and opening up to trade with other countries particularly in the western hemisphere. Ireland has been looking eastwards for some time – looking to all four points of the compass, in fact – and China has been chosen as a country with which to do business, despite their appalling human rights record. Outside of the economic benefits it can bring, we can, I suppose, claim that it is better to be in contact with recalcitrant countries with a view to influencing them in the proper direction, rather than standing on the sidelines huffing and puffing about their abuses with our hands in our pockets. This week the Chinese were in town, or to be more precise, in Ashford Castle in Cong, Co. Mayo, the Taoiseach’s own constituency, a point he emphasised several times to reporters. Never one to pass up an opportunity, our Taoiseach! This was a serious delegation led by the Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, the second most powerful political leader in the most populated country in the world. Big stakes to be played for there, or perhaps we should say ‘big steaks’ for the opportunity also exists to ship a great amount of beef to that faraway place now that they too have lifted the ban on the Irish produce. According to media reports on Monday and Tuesday, Bord Bia were quoted as saying that Irish beef exports to China will bring a significant economic return when they resume later this year. The re-opening of the market was centre stage at a bilateral meeting between

the Taoiseach and the Chinese Premier, together with ministers from both Governments on Monday evening. According to RTE, the Chinese Premier told Taoiseach Enda Kenny that he viewed Ireland as a gateway to Europe and the western economy. Mr Li said the improving and strengthening the relationship brought benefits to both countries. He was particularly interested in our beef and there seemed to be a little conspiracy afoot to make sure that the Irish animals and the lush grass in the fields were at their absolute best to impress the Premier. And he made particular mention of the appeal of beef produced in Ireland, saying he was sure it would appeal to Chinese consumers. Even the RTE Reporter was impressed and was tempted at one stage, she said, to bend down and eat the grass herself it was so inviting. Economic and investment issues were discussed by both sides during the exchanges, with tourism and educational matters also on the table. With the American market also opening up to our beef trade, farming should be on course for some good years at least. So long as the increased herd does not increase our carbon gas output and consequently increase our carbon footprint, we should stay ahead. In all, the Chinese were in Ireland for a mere 21 hours, but with six of our senior Ministers and two Junior Ministers on hand to do business, it must have been a productive exercise. Let’s just wait and see.

A fool and his money … A FAVOURITE question of the moment is ‘How many checkouts do Lidl have open at any one time’? Answer: One less than they require. That may be true or just the view of a disgruntled shopper, but time was, when going into any shop or store was a predictable event and one could ramble from shelf to display and from counter to checkout in the same fashion each week finding your groceries without difficulty. Now, it is your experience in a store that the displays are changed every couple of weeks, necessitating shoppers to traverse the aisles looking for the wayward goods for their baskets. That, the experts and psychologists tell us, is a deliberate policy to get shoppers to wander up and down aisles they wouldn’t otherwise frequent, with the hoped for possibility that shoppers will buy extra items we might not otherwise have seen or bought. Now, we are told, big stores have acres and tons of research and numerous ploys to get saleable goods into our hands and out through the checkout maximising sales. A major list of these ways and means – much too long for this column – was printed this week in the Irish Times.

Try the first scenario. The area you’re funnelled through as you queue to pay for your groceries is always kind of narrow? That’s not so the supermarket can fit as many tills into the shop as possible – why would they want to do that when so many of them lie idle all the time? Oh no, the reason there’s so little space as you approach the checkout is because retailers don’t want to make it easy for you to discard any items that you decide, on mature reflection, you don’t need. The till area is deliberately confined to help your subconscious decide to leave that thing you probably don’t need in your trolley because finding somewhere to leave it is too much hassle. Retailers keep the most expensive, high-margin products at eye level. If you were to do all your shopping from the top shelves, you’d probably save yourself a fortune. There is an exception to the eye-level rule. If you see big-name brands lower than an adult’s eye level, you can be sure the products are high in sugar or aimed at a more youthful market. Sugary children’s cereals, pink princess tat, superhero merchandise and all the rest are almost always positioned at a child’s eye level. Devilishly clever. You now have bigger trolleys

because they make us put more in them. Sweets are now a thing of the past at check-outs – too much hassle from parents, but to help you fulfil that desire for an impulse purchase, there is a range of glossy magazines. According to the Irish Times report, there are three main reasons why all supermarkets put their fresh fruit and vegetables near the door at the beginning of our shopping trip. First, bright colours put us in better form, and when we are in better form we tend to shop with more abandon. Retailers also want to tell us – without actually telling us – that we have entered a palace of freshness, a place where wholesomeness reigns. Oh yes, and multiple consumer studies have proved that consumers buy more processed foods and high-margin junk foods if they already have a lot of good stuff in their trolleys. Because we have put vegetables in our basket, we feel less guilty about chucking in a few treats. There are many more ploys and ways to get around them, but we have run out of space here. Why not google last Monday’s Irish Times and you will find the entire expose under the title: Big trolleys and long aisles: the sneaky sales techniques of supermarkets.

Campaign against water charges heats up in West Waterford THE campaign against water meters and water charges heated up last week when a campaigner for Dungarvan Says No was arrested by Gardaí. The campaigner, a representative of ‘Dungarvan Says No’ was placed in custody by Gardaí and taken away from the scene, but it is understood he was released shortly afterwards. It is understood the protest was peaceful and there was no violence at the Dungarvan estate. GMC / Sierra contractors, who are carrying out the water meter installation programme on behalf of Irish Water were hampered from installing water meters in various housing estates across Abbeyside and Dungarvan over the past number of weeks, as residents and members of ‘Dungarvan Says No’ took to the streets to protest. GMC / Sierra contractors are also working in other areas of West Waterford over the past number of weeks to install water meters. PROTEST AT TOPAZ The protest against water meters and water charges has spread to other areas of business connected with Irish businessman, Denis O’Brien. Members of the Dungarvan Says No group staged a protest at the local Topaz petrol station on Youghal Road, last Saturday afternoon, asking the public to boycott the local Topaz

garage. In 2013, Topaz was taken over by Irish businessman, Denis O’Brien. Mr. O’Brien’s Millington purchased Siteserv in 2012. GMC / Sierra are a subsidiary company of Siteserv, and was awarded the contract to install water meters for Irish Water in 2013. Members of Dungarvan Says No are adamant they will continue their protests against the installation of water meters. Their campaign operates on social networking site https://www.facebook.com/DungarvanSaysNo. HOUSEHOLDS SIGNED UP A breakdown of figures in relation to households which have signed up to Irish Water shows that only 10 counties out of 26 counties have registration rates above 75 percent. The information from Irish Water is the most recent, obtained under the Freedom of Information Act, and relates to households signed up to Irish Water up until 23rd February. The figures indicate that out of the 42,500 households in County Waterford, 69 percent (or 29,267) have signed up for water charges. Cavan has the highest sign up rate with 91 percent, while Leitrim has the lowest up take of households signing

up - at 57 percent. Some of the counties which have a cabinet minister have the highest rates of registration for water charges, such as Taoiseach Enda Kenny’s constituency of Mayo (90 percent); Arts Minister Heather Humphries constituency of Cavan (91 percent); Public Expenditure Minister Brendan Howlin’s constituency of Wexford (80 percent); and Environment Minister Alan Kelly’s constituency of Tipperary (76 percent). Deputy Gerry Adams’ constituency of Louth has one of the lowest rates of registration - at 65 percent. Dublin also has a low rate of registration - at 65 percent, along with Meath (68 percent) and Donegal (69 percent). According to the information, just over one million houses have registered for water charges, as of 23rd February. While there has been calls for a mass boycott of payments of water charges, the Fine Gael / Labour coalition government is finalising legislation to deduct water charges from people’s dole and wages / salary if they fail to pay, while separate measures are being drawn up by the government to allow landlords of private dwellings to retain the deposits of tenants if they leave water charges unpaid.

Civic Reception in City Hall, Waterford, for Niamh Briggs – Pictured with Irish Rugby Captain Niamh Briggs who was given a Civic Reception by Waterford City & County Council in City Hall are Ailbhe Ni Neachtain, Principal St. Augusine’s College, and Shiouvan O’Sullivan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Civic reception for Niamh Briggs IRELAND Rugby Captain Niamh Briggs of Abbeyside was given a civic reception by the Mayor of Waterford Cllr. James Tobin in Waterford City Hall last week. Mayor Tobin said Niamh made a significant contribution to local, regional, national and international sport as Captain of the Ireland Women’s team. It was not often that the honour of a civic reception was bestowed on an individual but in this case it was truly deserved.

The Mayor said that in a relatively shot period of time she has brought great honour to Waterford, to Munster and to Ireland. He hoped that she would retain her captaincy in 2017 given that Ireland will host the Women’s Rugby World Cup for the first time. Niamh was also praised by the Metropolitan Mayor Lola O’Sullivan as well as the other members to the City and County Council. Cllr. Siobhan Whelan said: “Niamh has brought great pride to Abbeyside

and Dungavan through her sporting career and I am proud to stand up here tonight and pay tribute to her”. Among those present at the civic reception were Niamh’s parents Mick and Ger; Ireland team-mate Fiona O’Brien; former Clonmel RFC and Ireland team-mate Kate O’Loughlin; Séanad Leader Maurice Cummins; Waterford City and County Council CEO Michael Walsh and many of her Garda colleagues.

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† THOMAS (Tom) COFFEY Clashmore, Co. Waterford Died: 7th October, 2014 Tom’s sister Margaret; nephews James and Donal; nieces Mary and Una and extended family wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with them on their recent sad bereavement. Our thanks to the Coastguard, Individual Boat Rescuers, the Gardaí, Carrick-on-Suir Search & Rescue team, Fr. O’Gorman, P.P., and Fr. O’Connor, P.P., and to everyone else who helped on that day. We also thank Tom’s neighbours for their help and support and everyone who called to the house; those who attended the removal and Funeral Mass. Our thanks to Fr. O’Gorman, P.P.; Fr. O’Connor, P.P., and Fr. Leahy, P.P., for concelebrating the Funeral Mass and for their kind words throughout. We trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

† DANIEL (Dan) LEAHY Monatrea, Kinsalebeg Died: 7th October, 2014 Dan’s wife Margaret; sons James and Donal; daughters Mary and Una; son-in-law and daughter-in-law; brothers Noel and Tom and sister Anne and extended family would like to thank all those who sympathised with them on their very sad loss. Thank you to all those who attended the house, the Funeral Home, removal, Funeral Mass and burial. Those who sent Mass cards and who travelled to be with us at that time. A sincere thank you to all our neighbours, relatives and friends who all came in such large numbers to give their support. A special word of thanks to Youghal’s First Responder Crew, Ambulance Crew, CUH Emergency team and the Mercy Hospital, Cork. Thanks to Fr. O’Gorman, P.P.; Fr. Leahy, P.P.; Fr. O’Connor, P.P., and Fr. Cooney, O.S.A., for concelebrating the Funeral Mass and for their kind words throughout. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank Dr. Declan O’Callaghan and his staff for taking such good care of Dan over the years. We trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

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Midleton and late of Monea, Ardmore, Co. Waterford Died: 23rd May, 2014 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary As we remember Joe on his First Anniversary, his wife Mary, son Alan, sister Patricia and extended relatives would like to express our very sincere appreciation to all those who sympathised with us on our sad loss. Our sincere thanks to all who attended the Rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and burial; those who called to our home and travelled long distances to support and comfort us. Many thanks to those who sent Mass cards, enrolments, letters of sympathy and floral tributes. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful neighbours and friends who helped us in so many ways. We would like to thank Dr. Liam Motherway, Midleton, and his staff for their dedicated attention to Joe at all times. A special word of thanks to his Doctors, Nurses and staff at C.U.H. for their wonderful care during his illness. We would like to thank Rev. Dean E. Goold, Midleton, and Rev. Fr. Milo Guiry, P.P., Ardmore, who celebrated the Funeral Mass. A word of thanks to Deborah Desmond for the beautiful singing and to the members of Ardmore G.A.A. for the Guard of Honour; to the Sacristan Paddy Foley, the gravediggers and the management and staff of the Ardmore Hotel. We wish to thank O’Farrell’s Funeral Directors for their kindness and professionalism. As it is not possible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Joe will be celebrated in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Chapel, Midleton, on Friday, 22nd May, 2015, at 6.30 p.m.

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In Memoriam

DOYLE (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of Patricia Doyle, late of Ardsallagh, Youghal, who died on 22nd May, 1999. God saw you getting weary, A cure was not to be, He put His arms around you Pat, And whispered come to me. Keep your arms around her Lord, And give her special care, Make up for all she suffered, And all that seemed unfair.

CURRAN (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Liam Curran, late of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, who died on 21st May, 1997. Mass offered. Your needs were simple Liam, Your wants were few, If your family was happy, So were you. A heart of gold, a life so true, Loved and respected by all he knew, Always willing, helpful and kind, What lovely memories you left behind. No special day is needed, For us to think of you, For you were someone special, And we thought the world of you.

–Always remembered by your brother Ned; sister-inlaw Brighid and family. ––––––––––––––– I hide my tears when I speak your name, But the ache in my heart is still the same, Though I may smile and seem carefree, No one misses you more than me. You were a brother so very rare, Content in your home and always there, On earth you toiled, in Heaven you rest, God bless you Liam, you were one of the best.

–From your loving sister Helen; brother-in-law Gerry and family.

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CURRAN (21st anniversary) – In loving memory of Nellie Curran, late of Grawn, Kilmacthomas, who died on 24th April, 1994. Mass offered. You were always there when I needed you, No task too great or small, With loving hands and a loving heart, For me you did it all. I speak your name with love and pride, I smile with tears I cannot hide, Thank you for the years we shared, The love you gave and the way you cared. –Lovingly remembered by your daughter Helen; son-in-law Gerry and grandchildren Mary and Ger. ––––––––––––––– I sat beside your beside, My heart was crushed and sore, I did my best to the end, Till I could do no more. Sad is the heart that loved you, Silent the tears that fall, Living my life without you Mam, Is the hardest part of all. As I held your hand that morning, I knew I would have to part, With the kind and gentle mother, Whom I loved with all my heart. So rest in peace dear mother, And thanks for all you’ve done, I pray that God has given you, The crown you’ve truly won. In the shelter of the Sacred Heart, Sweet Jesus may she rest. –Always remembered by your loving son Ned; daughter-inlaw Bridget and family.

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DUGGAN – 30th birthday remembrance of our beautiful son Leonard Duggan, late of 10 Cloneety Villas, Dungarvan, whose 30th birthday occurs on Friday, 22nd May. This day will be a celebration, Of the short time you were here, You will always be remembered, With great love and many tears. But to only feel pain and sorrow,

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Would not be fair to you, You gave us love, and happy memories, To last our whole life through. So as this day is upon us, And though our hearts still hurt, We will not mourn your death, We will celebrate your birth. Happy 30th birthday Leonard.

–Always loved and missed by your Mam, Dad, brother David and sister Marie, XXXX.

–Sadly missed by your husband Pat; son Billy; daughter Fiona; son-in-law Anthony; grandsons Simon and Adam; grand-daughter Taylor, and brother-in-law John. DOYLE (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Tom Doyle, late of London and Ardsallagh, Youghal, who died on 23rd May, 2007. R.I.P. God saw the road was long, The hill was hard to climb, He gently closed your loving eyes, And whispered peace be thine. We shall meet again in a better place, Where farewell is never spoken, We shall clasp each other by the hand, And that clasp shall not be broken. Forever in our hearts and thoughts.

–Always remembered by brothers John and Pat; nephew Billy; niece Fiona, Anthony and their families.

KELLEHER – In loving memory of Dan and Kitty Kelleher, late of Ballyduff, Dungarvan, whose Anniversaries occur at this time. A silent though, a quiet prayer, For two special people in God’s care, Two hearts of gold, a life so true, Loved and remembered by all they knew, Quietly today your memory we treasure, Loving you always, forgetting you never.

–From your loving family at home and away.

KIRWAN (19th anniversary) – In loving memory of Dinny Kirwan, late of Graiguerush, Kilmacthomas, who died on 19th May, 1996. In the silence of a May morning, You heard a gentle call, You took the hand of Jesus, And quietly left us all. You suffered much in silence, But your spirit did not bend, You faced each day with courage, And smiled right to the end. The happy smile you always had, So much of you will never die, But will live with us forever.

McCARTHY (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dad John McCarthy, late of Nire Road, Ballymacarbry, whose Anniversary occurs on 19th May. R.I.P.

LANDERS (14th anniversary) – In loving memory of David Landers, late of Knockmaun, Dungarvan, who died on 25th May, 2001. Mass offered. A shadow walks beside us, Forever by our side, Always there to guide us, Ever since you died. No matter how our lives may change, No matter what we do, There is a place within our hearts, That is forever kept for you.

–Always loved and remembered by your husband Noel and family.

May the wind of love blow softly, On a quiet and peaceful spot, Where the one we love lies sleeping, And will never be forgot. Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you.

–Never forgotten by Dad, brothers and sisters.

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ORMONDE (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ann Ormonde, late of Deerpark Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford, who died on 20th May, 2009. Ann’s Sixth Anniversary Mass and Bridie Noonan’s Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 30th May, at 6.15 p.m., in St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore. A light from our household gone, A voice we loved is still, A place is vacant in our home, That never can be filled. How dearly we loved you, And prayed you might live, But Jesus just beckoned, And we had to give.

–Loved and remembered always by your husband Richie; daughter Colette; son Richard; family and friends.

LANDERS (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of Nora Landers, late of 16 Townspark, Lismore, whose Anniversary occurs on 22nd May.

Missed in the morning of every day, Missed in the evening as light fades away, Missed in a thousand and one little ways, Around every corner a memory stays. You gave us years of happiness, Then sorrow came with tears, You left us lovely memories, We will treasure throughout the years.

–Loved and always remembered by daughters Anne and Bernie; son Frank; son-in-law Owen; daughter-in-law Mary; grand-daughters Lisa and Denise.

–Always remembered by your loving wife Rena; daughter Aoife; sons Raymond and Thomas.

–Sadly missed by your mother, brother and sister, nieces and nephews.

FITZGERALD (1st and 23rd anniversaries) – In loving memory of Maureen Fitzgerald, late of Garranbane, Dungarvan, who died on 31st May, 2014, and her daughter Mary who died on 3rd June, 1992. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 24th May, at 10.00 a.m. in Ballinroad Church.

Happy memories keep forever, Of days when we were all together, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, So loved, so missed, so very dear.

Our hands cannot write, What our hearts want to say, Except that we love you, And miss you each day. Deep are the memories, Especially today, No passing of time, Can take away. No matter how our lives may change, Or whatever we may do, We will never forget those special years, The ones we had with you. Will those who think of our mother today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always loved and missed very much by Billy, Michael, John, David, Joseph and families.

O’DONNELL (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Phyllis, late of Toor North, Aglish, who died on 23rd May, 2011. R.I.P. A loving spray of memories, Tied up with all our love, Memories we will treasure, Of the one we dearly loved. In the centre of God’s garden, There is someone special there, That someone is my wife and our mother, The best beyond compare.

–Always loved and remembered by husband Billy; daughters, sons, extended family and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 24th May, at 9.45 a.m., in Mount Stuart Church, Aglish.

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QUEALLY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Kitty Queally, late of Matthewstown, Fenor, Co. Waterford, who died on 23rd May, 2013. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Sacred Heart, Dunhill, on Friday, 22nd May, at 7.30 p.m. You are missed, And remembered, Every day.

–Never forgotten by your loving family. WALL (14th anniversary) – In ever loving memory of Joe Wall, late of Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, who died on 25th May, 2001. We think of you in silence, And often speak your name, How we would love to hear your voice, And see you smile again. You may be out of sight, We may be worlds apart, But you are always in our minds, And forever in our hearts.

–Sadly missed by your loving sister Marian, Jack and family.

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

AVAILABLE – Hy-Line Point of Lay Pullets for sale. Contact: Ryan (025) 27299. (17-7) FOUR BEE HIVES AND SUPERS FOR SALE – Also 100 Commercial Bar Frames. All assembled. Never used. Call: Jim (051) 396400.

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Tree Felling

HEALY TREE FELLING AND LANDSCAPING – Fully insured and certified. Specialising in tree felling, tree pruning and reducing, chipping and removal, landscaping and garden construction including grass and hedge cutting, lawn laying, gravel gardens, paving, decking and fencing Contact: Eamonn (085) 7784335. (26-6)

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Gardening Services

COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping professionals. Garden design and layout. Planting, water features, patios, stonework, kerbing, fencing, etc. Lawn laying turfed and seeded. For a professional and affordable service contact Paul Curran (087) 2908403. www.comeraghlandscaping.ie (ind.)

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Landscape Gardening

LANDSCAPE GARDENING SERVICE – Tree Topping, Hedge Cutting, Pea Gravelling, Fencing, Decking, Patios, Rockeries, Flowerbeds, Digger Work, Slabs, Power Cleaning and much more. Please call Dermot (083) 1970643. (29-5)

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

AFFORDABLE COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY, Dungarvan – Personal Counselling for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Member of IACP and PSI. Contact: Dr. Kay McKiernan (Psychology) 086-8578521 • email: kay@aonahouse.com (31-12)

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Computer Services

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

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Heating & Plumbing

EOIN WALSH HEATING & PLUMBING – Extensions, Bathroom Revamp, Boiler Service with Combustion Analysis, Boiler and NonBoiler Stoves Fitted. For all your heating and plumbing needs call (087) 2749497. (3-7)

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (12-6)

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Air Compressors

AIR COMPRESSORS – Sales / Service / Repairs. New and Used Compressors. Air Tools / Sandblast Units / Aluminium Air Lines. Spray Guns / Air Line Hose and Fittings. Full After Service and Spare Parts. AIRCO COMPRESSED AIR SERVICE. Deelish, Dungarvan. Tel. (086) 8664555 / www.airco.ie (31-7)

MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flatroofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work under-taken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.)

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

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

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DECORATING SERVICE – All internal / external painting. New house spraying before second fix. Tired old kitchen units hand-painted, hygiene coatings. Epoxy floor paint systems. Qualified local tradesmen. Free estimates. Insurance work. Fully insured. VAT registered. Call: Prodec Painters. Padraig (087) 7730520. Steve (086) 8410901. (31-12)

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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.) PEDIGREE ANGUS BULL FOR SALE – 17 months old. Easy calving. AI Sire. Mobile: (087) 9898560. CONTINENTAL SUCKLER COWS WITH CALVES AT FOOT FOR SALE – Nice stock. Contact: (058) 47183.

For Sale

PLANKS FOR SALE – Raised Borders. Delivered. Phone: (087) 6836035. 8X4 CAR TRAILER FOR SALE – With Twin Axel, €275. 57 KVA Generator, 200 hours, Dice, €5,000. Circular Saw SF €250. Kiln Dryer, Arrowsmith, €500. Tel. (051) 396377, 9.30 a.m. to 2.00 p.m., Friday and Saturday only.

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Joe Coffey Blinds & Curtains 27 GRATTAN SQUARE, DUNGARVAN 058 41506 / 087 0518333 Roller Blinds • Wood Venetian • Vertical • Roman • Velux Roof Blinds • Aluminium Venetian Selection of Wooden & Aluminium Curtain Poles now in stock Curtain Material, Lining & Tapes SELECTION OF READY-MADE CURTAINS IN STOCK 40% OFF WOOD VENETIAN BLINDS OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday 10.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.

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THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect. Call HELEN. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Tel. (087) 2756576. (26-6)

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KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (13/5/2015) – 1st Betty Murphy & Brenda Cummins; 2nd Tess Cusack & Beth Spollen; 3rd Bertha O'Connor & Iris Graham; 4th Peg Phelan & Ann Murphy; 5th Catherine Power & Anne Marie Brown.

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MIRACULOUS PRAYER TO ST. THERESA, THE LITTLE FLOWER – O glorious St. Theresa whom Almighty God has raised up to aid and counsel mankind. I invite your miraculous intercession. So powerful are you in obtaining every need of body and soul, Our Holy Mother Church proclaims you a prodigy of Miracles. The Business Saint of Modern Times, now I fervently beseech you to answer my petition (mention here) and carry out our promise of doing good upon earth, of letting fall from Heaven a shower of roses. Henceforth, Dear Little Flower, I will fulfil your plea to be made known everywhere and I will never cease to lead others to Jesus through you. Amen. Say prayer for 9 days, by the fourth day ask for a sign if prayer is to be answered. Between the 4th and 9th day you will see a rose in a magazine or receive roses, also can get a strong scent of roses in home, even if no roses are present. Must promise publication for favours received. M.C.

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, John Roche and Lorraine Geoghegan, intend to apply for permission for construction of extension to rear of existing dwelling house comprising single-storey extension and dormer extension and all ancillary works at Fernville, Lismore, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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COMMUNIONS Friday, 22nd May, 2015

Pupils from Carriglea National School who received their First Holy Communion in St. Marys Parish Church, Dungarvan. Included are Very Rev Canon William Ryan, P.P.; Jillian Hayes, School Principal; Fr. Matt Cooney, Vicky Sheehan, Teacher, and Elaine Shanahan, SNA. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Scoil Gharbhain, Rang 2, ar lá a gCéad Comaoineach i Séipéal Naomh Aibhistín, Dún na Mainistreach, le foireann na scoil agus an tAthair Michael Enright, an tAthair Ned Hassett agus an tAthair Richard Doherty.

[Sean O Bhroin]

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Pupils from Bunscoil Bothar Na Naomh, Lismore, who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday, 2nd May, with teachers Patricia Lonergan and Una Maher.

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[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Pupils from Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside, who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday, 9th May, 2015. Included are Fr. Ned Hassett, Fr. Richard Doherty, Fr. T.J. Breen, Ruadhri de Paor, School Principal, and Niamh Shiels, Class Teacher. [Sean Byrne] Having just received her First Holy Communion Faye Twomey of Abbeyside is seen here with her sister Ali waiting for their friends to arrive for a celebration of this wonderful day.

Ardmore Communion â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ian O'Mahony and family members.

Pupils from Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyside, who received their First Holy Communion on Saturday, 9th May, 2015. Included are Fr. Ned Hassett, Fr. Richard Doherty, Fr. T.J. [Sean Byrne] Breen, Ruadhri de Paor, School Principal, and Geraldine Barry, Class Teacher.

[Richard Mooney]

Grange Communion â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Grace Reardon pictured here with family members and extended family. Rathgormack First Holy Communion Class pictured with their teacher Mrs. Leahy and celebrant Father Bernard Hughes at Rathgormack Church.

[David Clynch Photography]

[Gerry O'Mahony]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Pupils from St. Joseph’s N.S., Dungarvan, who received their First Holy Communion in St. Mary’s Parish Church. Included are Maeve Saunderson, Principal; Tracy Shalloe, Class Teacher; Aoife McGrath and Emma Hogan, Teachers; Susie Keane, SNA; Feena Lacey, SNA; Catherine Dunne, SNA; Pat Curran and Fr. J. Harris. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

First Holy Communion in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow, including Claire O’Halloran (Teacher), Scoil Mhuire, Tallow, and Fr. Gerry McNamara, P.P., Tallow, which took place on Saturday, 9th May last.

[David O’Flynn]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

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

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper, Cards Results 13.05.15 – 1st Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine; 2nd Christy Higgins & Aaron Pratt; 4/5 John Conway & P. J. McInerney. Lucky Tables: Mary Fitzgerald & Joan Hannon; Dan Howard & Eddie Sheehan. Raffle: Aaron Pratt, Helen Cunningham, Sheila Lonergan x2; Eddie Sheehan, Dan Howard, Eileen O’Callaghan, Mary Fitzgerald.

Second-Hand Book Sale SECOND Hand Book Fair in Abbeyside N.S. on Thursday and Friday, May 21st and 22nd 3.00 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, May 23rd and 24th 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. All types of books available: Adult, children, Fiction/non fiction, bargains galore.

Charity Vintage Tea Rooms ST. Mary's Church of Ireland Old fashioned afternoon teas and cake stall in aid of Scoil Gharbhain on Saturday, 23rd May, 2–5 p.m. All welcome. Play area and fancy dress for kids at the back of the Church. Find us on Facebook.

Talk on prehistoric Waterford BARONY of Gaultier Historical Society in association with Waterford Civic Trust are giving a presentation on “Prehistoric Waterford" hosted by Noel McDonagh. This event will take place in Greyfriars Municipal Arts Gallery on Thursday, 28th May at 8 p.m. Admission: €5.00 per person - all proceeds in aid of the restoration of the Medieval Leper Hospital and St. Stephen’s Graveyard. Please come as Noel has more information since his talk in February.

Fr. Twomey’s Residence Association THANK YOU A big thank you to Waterford City and County Council employees who did a great job in tidying up the green area in Springfield.The shrubs got a nice trim, the overgrown trees cut down and the JCB cleaned all around the perimeter one or two loads of top soil would now finish off a job well done. THE GROTTO Work is now complete at the Grotto and we now have the lights back working again. A new ESB cable had to be installed. This was done when the lights on the road were upgraded. A fresh coat of paint now by the locals would finish off this beautiful area. SMART TRAVEL Smart Travel are still working on the area e.g. the Youghal Road.There are some great improvements, but there is problems with some of the works done which is not allowing the free movement of traffic.This is causing problems for people in the area. More discussions with the revelant enginners will have to take place. Shrubs and plants are now planted and there is a huge improvement to the landscape. The Led lights now replace the old sodium lamps and this takes a bit of getting used to. THE WELL Discussions are taking place about the future of Fr. Twomey’s Well and how it might be improved. Plans are being drawn up and a meeting will be held with all interested parties regarding further feedback and how to upgrade this historic landmark in our area. BARBEQUE The annual Barbeque will be held in the Green again this year, with local businesses giving us huge support for this event. Just waiting for the long evenings and a big of sunshine. A sport’s day will also be held in the Summer.

Participants in Birdsong Night at Cúil na Sméar Hall

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach FULL HOUSE AT BIRDSONG NIGHT What a pleasant surprise it was to be part of the crowd of enthusiastic listeners who turned up to Cúil na Sméar Hall on Saturday night. In last week’s notes we referred to the dawn chorus but it was quite different “Bird Songs” we enjoyed at this event. With an audience drawn from many parts of the South and South East not to mention Dublin, Limerick and Clare, the singers provided an amazing night’s entertainment. In the unavoidable absence of Anne Mulqueen the Berry brothers, Phil and Paddy came on board from the Leinster concert and joined the “Munster Five” made up of Máire Ní Chéileachair, Larry Joy,Tim Dennehy, Senan Lillis and Micheál Marrinan. In an interesting and absorbing programme in two halves of seven songs, each singer gave a knowledgeable introduction enlightening us to their consummate bardic skills and love of their culture of native song. As usual our committee extended a céad míle fáilte with the usual tea, coffee and refreshments at the break. SCAIRBHÍN NA gCUACH Like clockwork the

annual sound of the cuckoo is in abundance this past week. The broken weather too reminds us of the title our ancestors gave this climatic regularity “scairbhín na gcuach”, which roughly translates as a break of tough cuckoo weather. T.V. CREWS FOR TRADFEST The Fleadh committee are busy putting the final touches to their work. Road Signs, posters, funding and the preparation of a detailed competition clár together with the programmes for the Gig Rig and the Pub session trail are all in hand as we go to press. This year nine pubs are in the session trail as well as Lawlors and The Park Hotel. Thanks to the participants the Anchor, Downey’s, Lady Belle, Merry’s, Mooring’s, Nagles, Ó Cadhlas, the Local and the Tudor House and also to Paddy Foleys who give generous support although not participating. Breaking news also is that three separate TV crews will attend this year’s event and that at least two high profile trad media personalities Finbar Furey and Donal Lunny will also be present. SUMMER MONDAYS Our annual Monday excursions to The Mill Bar,

Millstreet have begun. From now until September at 7pm each Monday our adult group will gather at this iconic venue. With two weeks already gone it looks like we’re in for another enjoyable season with songs, tunes, dances and a few tall tales redolent of times past when the natural entertainment involved participants and onlookers alike in the living tradition. CONGRATULATIONS Just as we go to press news has come through that young Joseph O’Keeffe danced at the Irish Nationals Championship over the weekend and has qualified for the 2016 World Irish Dance Championships in Scotland. We appreciate the dedication and hard work he, his teachers and his parents have put in to reach this goal. Like his three brothers, all dedicated musicians and performers, he is a valued member of Comeraghs Comhaltas. We will expand on the achievements of the O’Keeffe family at a later date. DANÚ TICKETS Bookings are coming in from far and wide for the Danú concert on Sunday, May 31st. It is confirmed that the line-up will include Daragh Bracken the original fiddler as well as the Doorley brothers, Donal

Clancy, Muireann Nic Amhlaoíbh, Donnacha Gough and Benny McCarthy. Celebrating twenty years on the road this birthday party of Dungarvan’s favourite band is a night not to be missed. Tickets available at the Wine Buff, the Local, Ben O’Neill’s and the Tourist Office.

Don't forget you can keep up to date on all branch activities through our social media sites as well!! Facebook: Comeraghs Comhaltas Branch & Dungarvan Tradfest or for those who aren't acquainted with facebook check out our web site www.comeraghs.com

Joseph O’Keeffe 5th at the Irish Nationals Championship, qualifying for the 2016 World’s Dancing Championships in Scotland.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Kill KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE A public information meeting will be held this Wednesday, 20th May, 2015 at 8 pm in Kill Community Centre. All with an interest in the further developments of the Kill community are most welcome and encouraged to attend to voice opinions and suggestions for the village and the centre. Waterford City & County Council’s Community Support Officer, a representative of the Public Participation Network and Cllr. Declan Clune as well as representatives of the Community Centre will be in attendance to give information, answer queries and consider suggestions for the way forward. It is hoped that further councillors will be in attendance as well. In line with the public meeting, we are delighted to announce that Kill Community Centre will shortly be introducing a key position to the centre’s daily operations: Mareike Eccleston has taken on the role of Development Manager with the aim of further developing the centre to its full potential. Exciting plans are in the pipeline for the coming months – before any action is taken however, thoughts, ideas and needs will be

gathered at this week’s public meeting and by means of a survey which will be widely available as from this week. The Board of Directors of Kill Community Centre would like to wish Mareike all the best with the role.We are looking forward to the future developments. Please contact 087 4133 522 for further information and queries. SWAN LODGE VINTAGE CLUB VINTAGE CHARITY FIELD DAY A big thank you to all who came along to this year’s Charity Field Day despite the adverse weather – well done to all the organisers, a brilliant day of entertainment with something for everyone was put on and prizes galore were won and auctioned. A huge thank you also to all who helped out on the day! SPRING CLEAN CONTINUED A big thank you to all who helped with the litterpick on the Kill to Bonmahon Road. An unbelievable 20 bags of rubbish were collected on the evening. Well done all. THE RETURN OF THE SHOP! It was with great excitement that we all watched the activity in and around our local shop over the last

week. At the time of writing, I can confirm that the shop is indeed due to open this week! Fantastic news for all and a big, warm welcome to Dave – wishing you every success with your venture! I would like to encourage everybody to call in to the shop and give their support, it is such an important facility to have. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Best wishes to the wonderful Caoimhe Norris who will celebrate her birthday this week – have a fantastic year ahead Caoimhe! A very happy birthday also to Michael Raher this week, hope you enjoy the day! MEMORIAL PRAYER GARDEN OPENING The official opening of the Memorial Prayer Garden, Our Lady of Mercy Church, Kilmacthomas, took place on Sunday 10th May. A large crowd, including 35 Sisters of Mercy, attended the opening prayers and blessing by Father Keogh.The garden is beautifully laid out and is a wonderful asset to the community. Refreshments were served afterwards in Kiersey’s tearooms. A sincere thank you to all involved. KANGOO JUMPS Classes continue in Kill Community Centre every

Tuesday evening 7-8 pm and Thursdays 7.30 pm to 8.30 pm. New members of all abilities are most welcome to join. Ring Christina on 086 3043 214. KILL CARDIAC FIRST RESPONSE GROUP The Irish Red Cross Portlaw have two events coming up, a FREE workshop for Paediatric Life Saving Skills on Saturday, 6th June 10am to 1 pm in Clodiagh House in Portlaw and a certified Cardiac First Response Course on Monday, 15th June 6 pm to 10 pm. Neither of these come with any obligation to join us as responders or our unit with two ambulances, but anyone with an interest is most welcome to do so! For more information or to book your place, please contact Brian Nugent on 087 6128 451 or email us on secretar y.por tlaw@redcross.ie. KILL NATIONAL SCHOOL We would like to wish all our pupils a fantastic time on their upcoming school tours – Ardmore Mini Farm, Adventure Centre, Lismore Heritage – the destinations and plans are cause for great excitement! A big thank you to the parents’ association who have subsidised the cost of the tours considerably once again. Enjoy, everybody!

Bonmahon NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON NS Congratulations to Aaron Hickey who celebrated his birthday recently. All the lovely plants in our winning mobile garden display have been put to "bed" - the pupils have their own raised beds which they tend regularly. There are some "budding" gardeners in our midst! Well done to everyone for all their hard work. A BIG THANK YOU to Nick Casey who is our GAA coach - fond memories for Nick who is a past

pupil! A BIG THANK YOU also to all who are supporting us in the Bonmahon Community Lotto. BONMAHON TIDY TOWNS Our Tidy Towns, Open Village meeting will take place on 27th May at 7.30pm in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitors Centre. If you have an interest in our village, and would like to have an input in improving our village, please come along. Contact Gillian on 086 3866 380 for further information.

A big well done to all those who joined us for last week’s beach clean up. BONMAHON COMMUNITY LOTTO Last week’s draw resulted in one Match 3 winner – congratulations to Helena Fitzgerald who had three of the numbers 14, 27, 28 and 29 right! This week, we will play for a jackpot of an unbelievable €9,100 – be in with your chance to win! Draw takes place on Thursday evening, so get your tickets locally or play online.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch THE Irish Red Cross Portlaw Unit is holding a free workshop on Life Saving Skills for Paediatric patients on Saturday, 6th June from 10 am to 1 pm in Clodiagh House, Portlaw. Skills like CPR, how to deal with a choking child and much more will be taught in this practice based workshop. This workshop is perfect for parents, childminders, teachers – anyone dealing with children! There is a very limited

number of places for this event, so please contact Brian Nugent on 087 6128 451 to book your place. A certified Cardiac First Response Course (Community Level) will take place on Monday, 15th June from 6pm to 10 pm, also in Clodiagh House. This course teaches all basic life saving skills for adults and paediatric patients – CPR, the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator),

treatment of a choking patient, recovery position and more. Please note, participation in this course does not put you under any obligation to join our CFR Group as a responder. To register for this course, please contact Brian Nugent on 087 6128 451. Well done to our members who recently completed an Ambulance Procedures Course. We are all set for our busy season now!

Abbeyside, Dungarvan and Cappoquin Scouts pictured during the Darkness into Light walk

Abbeyside, Dungarvan and Cappoquin Scouts pictured recently in Lismore as part of the Farrell Shield/O’Sullivan Cup.

Abbeyside Scouts Darkness into Light Walk WE have had a busy time recently, lots to report. Firstly, our participation in the Darkness into Light walk for Pieta House went very well, between Abbeyside, Cappoquin and Dungarvan scouts we had about 60 people in all at the walk, and between cash collected on the night and teeshirts we reckon we raised near enough €1,000. The picture shows one scout from each unit giving Niamh Connolly (a DIL walk committee member as well as our Group Leader, a busy woman is Niamh!) the proceeds. We had made high viz accessories for the walk, and had a movie and overnight in the den

beforehand, so all around a great success. There were a lot of weary legs by the time we got back the den, by walking to and from the Friary and doing the walk itself we covered 8 km between 03.00 and 06.00, not a time that young people usually excel at. Weekend of the 15-17th May saw the three troops together again. This time up at Lismore Castle where we combined a fun weekend with a small campcraft competition as the second part of the Farrell Shield/O’Sullivan Cup. 43 scouts and their scouters did loads, including the tour at the Heritage Centre, Lady

Louisa’s walk along the Blackwater and a particular highlight, an afternoon of water activities and fun at Villierstown Boat Club. A Barbecue, a campfire, and some pioneering filled out the list and the weather held, so a great time had by all. Great thanks to all the leaders who co-operated and shared out the tasks to make this happen so well, and especially to Dungarvan for the kayaks and Cappoquin for the shopping. Also thanks to our friends at Villierstown Boat Club, we recommend it highly. Next week will be mufti.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Native Woodland Trust in Bealtaine Living Earth Festival Saturday, 23rd May: Native Woodland Trust Planting Day THIS is the first year that the Native Woodland Trust will be taking part in the Bealtaine Living Earth Festival. The NWT has organised a citizen action afternoon on our Gracedieu Community Woodland for the festival on Saturday, 23rd May from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The Native Woodland Trust is an environmental charity dedicated to the protection of Ireland’s rare native and ancient woodland.The Trust achieves this by setting up woodland reserves around the country, such as our Gracedieu Reserve. This reserves network allows the Trust to protect existing woodland as well as plant new native woodland for the future. Part of the work we do involves running educational and fun events for

our members and the public to encourage more people to use their local woodlands. The Native Woodland Trust community woodland is rapidly developing with the help of super Waterford volunteers. The Deise Greenway is soon to border our site and so we have lots of work to do to get the site ready. On this volunteer day we will planting more native trees on the site. We would love to see as many volunteers as possible along to join us for this Summertime planting day. Our Gracedieu site is a beautiful place to spend the day, bordered by the River Suir on one side and the Waterford and Suir Valley Heritage Railway on the other. If you have some free time we would love your help on this volunteer day.

Appropriate footwear, clothing and water are advised. This event is weather dependent. The meeting point for this event will be at 12 noon at the NWT Gracedieu Community Woodland Reserve. For a map and further details please check our website www.nativewoodlandtrust.i e or the events section of our Facebook page. This event will run from 12 noon to 2 pm and all are welcome. For more details please contact Rebecca at rebecca.doyle@nativewoodlandtrust.ie or on 0879619083. Meeting Point: NWT Gracedieu Community Woodland Reserve, Waterford Meeting Time: 12 noon Event Finish: 2 pm

TICKETS FOR THE MEDIEVAL BANQUET NOW ON SALE Get your tickets now for the Medieval Banquet celebrating the 800 Anniversary of the Granting of the Town Charter by King John. The Banquet will take place At Crew’s Restaurant, Church St. on Saturday, 4th July at 7.30pm. Tickets €35 are available at the Museum, Friary Street. Contact 05845960. BOOK SALE THURSDAY, 28th MAY As a date has now been confirmed for our annual Book Sale Fundraiser, we would appreciate all donations. Books can now be handed into the Museum, Friary St. Dungarvan. No magazines, encloyopedias or school books accepted. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP If you are interested in becoming a member of the Museum, the annual subscription is €15. LOCAL HISTORY Three more significant

dates relating to Dungarvan: 1859 Edward Brenan discovers mammoth bones at Shandon. 1860 Town Hall (later Provincial Bank), Bridge Street was built. 1963 William Williams designed new Dungarvan coat of arms. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS: Monday to Friday 105pm. Admission is free FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASULTY LIST, WEEK ENDING 22ND MAY Surname, First Name, Age, Service No Rank, Service, U n i t , Where Born, Death Category. Bowman, Walter, 35, 9480 Pr. Army, Hampsh.Reg., Waterford, Killed in Action. Cullen, Michael, 2193 Pr. Army, I.Guards, Killea, Dunmore East, Killed in Action. Ducey, Martin, 5834 Pr. Army, I.Guards.1Bn, Modeligo, Killed in Action. Harris, James, 21, 4185 Sgt. Army, I.Guards.1Bn, Dungarvan, Killed in

Action. Healy, John J., 25, 4852 Pr. Army, I.Guards.1Bn, Waterford Gracedieu, Killed in Action. Maher, James, 869 Pr. Army, I.Guards.1Bn, Waterford, Killed in Action. Martin, John, 35, 5754 L.Cpl., Army, R.I.Fus.2Bn, Fourmilewater, Old Bridge, Wounds. McGuinn, Michael John, 31, 5096 Cpl Army, H'hold Cav.3Dragoon, Dungarvan, Wounds. Nolan, David, 23, 8761 Pr. Army, R.Mun.Fus.1Bn, Waterford, Millstreet, Cork, Wounds. Power, Edward, 3028 Pr. Army, R.I.Reg.2Bn, Slieverue, Kilkenny, Wounds. Walsh, Patrick, Cattleman, Merc. Marine S.S.Formby, Waterford, Drowned. Whelan, T/John?, 28, 4224 Pr. Army, R.I.Reg.1Bn, Waterford, Wounds.

The Men of the Shed, stewards for the walk.

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The Shed has been very busy lately, with wheel barrows flying out the door! The garden is looking brilliant in the sunshine thanks to the careful tending of Ger Dalton and Tommy Butler. A big thanks to our Shedders who acted as stewards for the Darkness into

Ducks head handle on walking stick made by Danny Moore.

Light walk, and the Team that made the signs that lit the way! Well done to all involved. And don't forget people, the weekly walk under the watchful eye of Nicky Sheehan continues every Tuesday evening at 7pm, so dust off your walking shoes and get moving lads!

Hall stand marbled by Jim Egan and Tom Street.

The Thorny Rose of the Comeraghs! ON Saturday, 30th May next, the Carraig Hotel, Carrick-on-Suir, hosts a Beauty Pageant with a difference! The event is in aid of Rathgormack/Clonea Multi Use Games and Community Amenity Area, which will be developed on a site adjacent to Rathgormack Hiking Centre. ‘The Thorny Rose of The Comeraghs’ is the committee’s biggest fund raising venture of 2015 and we hope to count on your support. As part of the event you will see a host of local male talent as you have never seen them before! The men are losing their jeans, shirts, boots and inhibitions to be replaced by

lipstick, mascara, eye-liner, mini-skirts, wigs as well as tantrums and tiaras for one night only-all in the name of good fun and fund raising for a very good local cause! 12 men will take part in the event, which our very special guest and RTE South Eastern Correspondent, Damien Tiernan will MC. The 12 brave contestants are as follows: Mick Norris, Seanie Lacey, John Kirwan, Cathal Crowch, Ronan Cahill, James Lacey, Gavin Nugent, Paul Keating, Billy Power, Tony Bolger, Kevin Kelly and Brenny Behan. The lads have been busily practising walking in stilettoes and applying make-up in the lead up to the big

night! Who will win……YOU DECIDE!!! In keeping with the tradition of more conventional beauty pageants, such as the Rose of Tralee et al, there will be a judging panel on the night who will cast a critical eye over the lad’s vital statistics, their obligatory ‘party piece’ and, of course, their witty banter! However, the destination of the winners’ tiara will not rest solely with the judges alone. You can vote for your favourite Rose simply by filling in a line on their voting card (each rose has one). A line, which equals one vote, costs just €1 but you can vote as often as you like

and give your favourite rose a better chance of scooping the coveted title on the night! Tickets for the night are already selling fast so don’t miss your chance to be part of a great nights’ entertainment and pick up your ticket today. Tickets costs just €15 and are available from any committee member or by calling Tony Bolger on 0872271520 or Johnny Brunnock at 086-8483210. Doors open at 8 p.m. on Saturday 30th May and the event itself will be followed by a DJ and dancing until late! For more details check out ‘Rathgormack All Weather Pitch’ on Facebook.

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Ardmore GRANGE N.S. PARENT ASSOCIATION NEWS We are in the finalising stages of our An Evening at the Dogs, which will take place in Youghal Greyhound Track on Friday, 29th May. Currently tickets are on sale, all families and teachers in Grange School have tickets for sale. The tickets are priced at €15 for a family ticket.Tickets are also available in Grange and Ardmore Post Offices. All entrance tickets will be entered in a fantastic draw, which will be held on the evening. We can confirm we have prizes in some of Ireland’s top hotels. Even if you cannot attend on the night by purchasing a ticket to support the school, you will be entered in the draw for these fabulous prizes. We are also holding on the evening a Trap Challenge. For €20, you will own a trap (1 to 6) in a selected race and if your trap wins in your selected race you will win a fantastic meal for 2 in the beautiful White Horses Restaurant, Ardmore. Traps can be purchased in Grange and Ardmore Post Offices, An Tobar, Keevers and Kiely’s Cross public houses, or by contacting Nora on 087 7411410. HALLA DEUGLÁN BAZAAR Mentioned this briefly a while back so just take this

a little reminder. I know we are yet to experience the full-on summer season but one of the ‘must go to’ events for many people every July is the Annual Halla Deuglán Bazaar which is traditionally held on the first Sunday of July, which is the case this year as well. Time to start dropping down items for said Bazaar to the Hall every Saturday morning then! If you get in touch with any of the Hall Committee I’m sure they could arrange any other day as well if Saturday doesn’t suit. My wife is one of those committee members and her number is 0861985524, give her a buzz if you have anything interesting to donate! ARDMORE AFC SUMMER SOCCER SCHOOL FAI Summer Soccer Schools returns to Ardmore A.F.C. again in 2015!!!! It takes place in Dysert Park, Ardmore from Monday, 20th July, to Friday, 24th July, 2015!!!!! Bookings open soon @ www.summersoccerschools.ie CARDS AT KEEVERS Card results: Joint 1st shared by Peggy Keevers and Michael Keane, Tom Power and Michael O'Reilly and Hugh O'Reilly and James Flavin. Best of last 5: Des Fitzgerald and Gerry O'Brien. Last game Willie and Brian Keane.

Pictured here at Ardmore Communion recently were J. D. Whelan with mother Leanne and gran Robbie Whelan. [Gerry O'Mahony]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Ardmore Tidy Towns PROUD OF ARDMORE. After the fantastic effort by all to record a wonderful and historic win in The Pride of Place competition last year, we have to say we were extremely disappointed with the turnout for our Public Painting last Wednesday evening. We know other things are on but really all we asked was to give us a couple of hours on an evening we knew was going to be dry.We do need to give the whole place a touch up. As it was, we had 5 or 6 of our own members along with Marie Therese Power and they got through all the bollards on the street as well as the barriers at the entrance to the beach car park. So a big well done. There’s a load more painting to be done and we’ll be having another night. Apologies to those who weren’t aware of it but we had it all over face book,

face booked a lot of other organisations and we had it on these notes. COASTAL CLEAN WEEK. Well done to the volunteers, young and old who did trojan work on our beaches on Saturday morning. Joan Flavin led the Whiting Bay campaign and she had a good turnout of adults and children and gathered loads of stuff – enough to fill Bernie Stilwell’s van.Volunteers for Ardmore Beach were much scarcer, which was a surprise given all the public outcry about the quality of the water. We expected a large crowd, but again the job was left to the predictable old reliables, assisted by some very willing school children. And again, they collected a huge amount of stuff. Most of what was collected was sea stuff as opposed to dumped rubbish, so again there’s evi-

dence of improvement amongst the public although it was a huge disappointment to find the remains of a mattress on Ardmore Beach. DOG WARDEN Despite several appeals to dog owners to clean up after their pets and the provision of free dog poo bags through our two dispensers, I was appalled at the state of our footpaths recently. In particular, Tower Hill and around St Paul’s Church is a disgrace. So much so that we are considering alerting the dog warden to our plight so he might keep an eye on things. Dogs need to do their business a couple of times a day and really if you’re not prepared to pick it up off the street, then may I suggest you allow him to do it in your back garden, where you can lift it with a shovel, before taking him out

Get On Board With Ardmore Boat Club For 2015 Summer Season

Pictured at Ardmore Communion were Kate Broderick, Margaret Lynch and Liz O'Mahony. [Gerry O'Mahony]

Pictured here at Ardmore Communion were Liam Lynch, Sean Mulcahy, Mick Casey and Martin Mulcahy.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

ARDMORE Boat Club, founded in the autumn of 2013, is a non-commercial, voluntary, community boat club with the objective to get as many people as possible out enjoying the waters around Ardmore in an inclusive, fun and safe way. The club is pleased to announce that it is now open for membership for the 2015 season. Ardmore Boat Club has already launched its exciting, fun filled season of events planned for this summer. They have planned many events throughout the season so that members can enjoy several new boating opportunities. These events include sailing, kayaking and motor boating in Ardmore Bay and cruising to Goat Island, exploring the Blackwater River and exploring Cork Harbour. The club will also introduce some competitive events during their summer regatta that is planned for 11th and 12th July. Check out the event calendar on www.ArdmoreBoatClub.co m for the latest information on these events. “Many of our members have told me of their surprise at how easy it has now become to launch their motorboats, sailing dinghies, rowing boats, and kayaks here in Ardmore with the help of our fellow club members along with the increased enjoyment they now have in sharing their experiences with like-

minded boaters on Ardmore Bay”, says Aidan Foley, Chairman of Ardmore Boat Club. “Our residents and many visitors really appreciate viewing the increased leisure activity on the bay each weekend while they are enjoying our stunning beaches and cliff walk” adds Aidan. Two laser sailing dinghies and two motor boats have been donated to the club that are available for use by members who do not have their own boats. They hope to increase their fleet of club owned boats to accommodate these members as funds become available. The club intends to introduce some dinghy sail training for club members when the club has sufficient demand and resources. Ardmore Boat Club offers new members the opportunity to “Get On Board” in an inclusive, fun and safe way with an Irish Sailing Association (ISA) affiliated club in many different types of craft at a very

low cost. They welcome both experienced and beginner motor boaters, rowers, dinghy sailors, cruisers, kayakers, stand up paddle boarders, wave surfers and windsurfers to become members of their club. Ardmore Bay is a great bay for all of these activities especially with the reassurance of a club safety boat being on the water just in case you might need their help. The fine micro climate of Ardmore, the prevailing offshore wind that offers smooth water, the beautiful scenery and the award winning village all make a day on Ardmore Bay a great day to remember. You can see more about the planned activities for 2015 and how to become a member of Ardmore Boat Club for the 2015 season on the club website at www.ArdmoreBoatClub.co m, on Twitter @ArdmoreBoatClub or on Facebook at facebook.com/ardmoreboatclub.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

West Waterford SUMMER CAMP Clashmore After school Summer Camp 2015 will be running from the 4th August for three weeks, from 1.30 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. daily.The cost will be €30 per child this includes all materials, snacks, etc. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, model making, cookery and lots of team games. Please contact Jackie on 086-8858187 to book your place. CHURCH GATE COLLECTIONS ACT Clashmore branch of Aid Cancer Treatment wishes to sincerely thank all who supported their series of Church Gate collections which took

everyone for your support. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG LADIES GAA Recycling Collection – Clashmore Kinsalebeg Ladies GAA Club will be holding a Clothing Recycling drive on Saturday, May 23rd, from 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. – in the Clashmore Clubhouse to raise funds for our club. Items that can be donated include Clean Clothes, bed linen and towels textiles such as shoes, bags, belts and soft toys can also be donated Mobile phones are also included Books are also accepted but no school books, magazines or diaries If anyone wants to drop off bags before

Dungarvan Citizens Information Bureau which was very informative with a Q and A session afterwards where individual questions were dealt with. The Annual General Meeting followed, Chairperson Margaret Keevers presided she welcomed everyone to the meeting. The minutes of the previous year’s meeting were read and matters arising dealt with. In her address the chairperson outlined the activities of the previous year which included a Card Drive and other fundraising events. The number of people on the “Text alert” system is now well in excess of 100. Margaret went on to thank her committee for

The Walsh School of Dancing who are travelling to Larmor Plage, France. place at Churches in the East cork area recently. The total amounts collected were as follows, Youghal Town – The Holy Family Church – €390.84, Our lady of Lourdes, The Strand – €434.78 – St. Mary’s Parish Church – €522.63. Ballymacoda – €270.23 Gortroe -- €227.66 Total: €1,846.14. The total amount collected in Killeagh & Inch was, €612.46 Thanks to all the collectors and those who donated so generously, your support is very much appreciated. CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our weekly Lotto draw took place on Monday night, May 18th, we had no match four tickets to win our jackpot so next week our jackpot is €5,600, when our draw takes place at The Old Mill Bar. Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Billy Lynch; Grainne Lawlor; Aine Curran; Angela O’Neill; Nancy Kiely, Ballinamult. Once again thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners at Monday [May 18th] 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were Podge Cunningham and Kyle Cunningham. In joint second place we had Tom Osbourne and John Motherway, Michael and Mairead Fahey. In Best of the Last Five spot this week we had Derry Cotter and Billy Connery, while our last game winners were Anne Ledingham and Noel Nugent.Well done to all our winners and thanks to

then you can contact Cliona and organise a time that suits you. Your support would be very much appreciated. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS On Sunday, May 17th, the letters drawn in our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw were A. B.V. W. We had no Winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €4,350 when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to: J.P., An Siopa; John Hurton; Sarah Hickey. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. ANNUAL BOAT RACE Our annual Boat Race take place on Sunday, 31st May, lines now on sale, €2 a line or 3 for €5. AGLISH SUMMER SERIES The Aglish Summer Walking / Running League continues on Thursday evenings at 7.15. You can Walk / Run 2, 3, 4 or 5k. All levels of fitness catered for, from Beginner, Intermediate or advanced. Children welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. €2 per night or €10 for six nights. Meet at Aglish Community Hall to register and collect your number and away you go... Bring a friend and enjoy the chat and the fresh air. CLASHMORE COMMUNITY ALERT Clashmore Community Alert held their AGM on Wednesday, May 13th. The meeting started with a presentation by a member of

their work during the year. Garda Bob Tritchler addressed the meeting gave the crime statistics for the area over the past year which again were very low, he commended the group on their vigilance and for looking out for the elderly and vulnerable in the community. The following Officers were elected for the coming year: Chairperson Pat Nolan. Vice Chairperson Anna Foley. Secretary Maria Scanlon. Treasurer Billy Kelly. The outgoing chairperson wished them good luck for the year ahead. STATIONS In recent weeks the annual celebration of Mass in homes in the various Station areas has been taking place here in the Parish of Clashmore and Piltown. As the Stations continue over the next week or so we would like to say a big thank you to our Parish Priest Fr. O’Gorman and to all who hosted the Stations keeping this lovely community tradition alive. PARISH OF AGLISH BALLINAMEELA MOUNT STUART First Holy Communion – First Holy Communion day in our Parish was Saturday last, May 16th, in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, with 27 children in total receiving the Sacrament. Mission Appeal – This coming weekend May 23rd and 24th will see the annual Mission Appeal will be held in churches. A lay reprehensive from the Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver will visit the Parish. Exam Mass – The celebra-

The Walsh School of Dancing perform Cotton Eye Joe. celebrated in Aglish Church at 6.00 p.m. to mark the Silver Jubilee [25 years] of the ordination of our Parish Priest Fr. Gerard O’Connor. SUPPORTING SUICIDE OR SURVIVE Waterford Rose Sarah Tobin from Tallow came along on Friday night to support Stephen Mernin, Brendan Mernin, David Moore, Eric Moore and Philip McGrath from the village of Villerstown, as they prepared for their upcoming sponsored Kayak of the River Blackwater from source to sea. This sponsored kayak on the 1st June 2015 is being done in association with Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes for Suicide or Survive. SUICIDE OR SURVIVE – MUSIC BINGO A whole new novel idea for tion of Mass for all students sitbingo and music lover has been ting their exams in the coming weeks takes place on Friday, devised for as Fundraiser Event in aid of Suicide or Survive and May 29th, at Aglish church at 7.15 p.m. those in leaving cert it will take place in the group are invited to put their Cruiscin Lán in Villierstown on name on the list in the church Friday, 22nd May. “Music Bingo” - “Match the songs”, so that Certs can be prepared. not the numbers promises to be Special Mass of Thanksgiving – On a great night of fun and challenges. Music Bingo comWednesday, June 3rd, a special mences at 9.00pm sharp. The Mass of Thanksgiving will be

cost is just €5 for a bingo card. Some great stop prizes have been donated by business and these are very much appreciated. we will also have a special guest on the night. A great night guaranteed. KINSALEBEG MACRA TAG RUGBY Congratulations to all the members of Kinsalebeg Macra on winning the County round of Tag Rugby. CEILI MOR The Walsh School of dancing will host the fabulous Donal Ring Ceili Band at their upcoming Ceili Mor on June 20th The venue for this event will be Youghal GAA – Club Aras from 9.00 p.m. to 11.00 p.m., on the night the schools dancers will perform their fabulous tribute to Riverdance. A night not to be missed for just €10 contact Nora on 0860652051 to book your ticket. COMMUNITY COUNCIL Clashmore, Ardsallagh, and Kinsalebeg areas. Just to remind you all of the public meeting on Wednesday, 27th May, in the Clashmore School Hall at 8.00 p.m. – to

Kinsalebeg Macra Tag Rugby winners.

form a Community Council in the Clashmore, Ardsallagh, and Kinsalebeg areas. Please come along and have your say. For more Details call Mike McKenna on 087 7621604 or email cakcc.org@gmail.com THE WALSH SCHOOL OF DANCING STEPS OUT FOR YOUGHAL TWINNING The Walsh School of Dancing was once again honoured to accept an invitation from Youghal Twinning to join them in their upcoming five day trip to Larmor Plage in France.The tapping of feet and songs so sweet could be heard from halls around county cork as pupils from Clashmore, Ballynoe and Dungourney prepare for their trip the team consists of boys and girls from seven years up. We are delighted to be given this opportunity to perform old favourites such as a tribute to “Riverdance” and “Country Cross Roads” as well as showcasing new routines such as “Cotton Eye Joe” and “I’ll tell me Ma” The Walsh school of dancing wish to thank Youghal Twining and to wish all success on the trip.

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CARNIVAL PREPARATIONS The hard-working committee for the 2015 Cornerstone Carnival is pulling out all the stops at present to ensure that this year’s event (19th to 21st June) reaches the heights of last year, at least. The official opening this year will be at the Square on the evening of Friday, 19th June, followed by music and dance, a fire brigade demonstration and the Dromana 5 road race. Saturday will be jam packed with events, some old and some new, and we will give more details in the coming weeks.We can confirm already that there will be, once again, a spectacular fireworks display as darkness falls over the river bend on the night of Saturday, June 20th, and an afternoon opportunity to view the latest wonderful paintings from Arthur Maderson, one of the Carnival’s greatest supporters over the years. Sunday, 21st June will be busier still, and already the problem being encountered by the committee is just where to fit everything in. Don’t worry, they will manage. The next committee meeting for the Carnival will be at the Tavern on this Thursday evening, at 8.00 p.m. JULY DAYS A reminder of two upcoming events, supported by Cappoquin Heritage Group. On July 4th, we will provide a guided tour of the sites associated with the Battle of Affane in 1565, taking in the battlefield site, the Earl’s Stone and the Cornerstone in Cappoquin

itself – all part of the Fitzgerald legacy in this area. The timing coincides with the Dromana 800 celebrations of eight centuries of the Fitzgeralds in the area. Further details, and a few surprize additions, will be provided in the coming weeks. Secondly, all cycling enthusiasts are reminded, and invited, to the inaugural Cappoquin 78 event, being staged by Cappoquin Cycling Club and the Heritage Group and looping around the Blackwater and Finnisk valleys on Saturday, 18th July. Full details, including how to entry, can be found on www.sportstiming.ie or by emailing cappoquincyclingclub@gmail.com SEEKING YOUR SUPPORT A fundraising effort well worth supporting this weekend is the Cappoquin Scout Troops popping-up shop, a bric-a-brac bonanza

being held at Lynch’s on Lower Main Street over the weekend. Best of luck to all involved. Now feels like a good time to remind people to get their sponsorship money form the Trekkin Eejits walk, in aid of the Cappoquin Care Centre, into Cara and co. at the Credit Union as soon as possible. THIS WEEK’S PHOTO It was lovely to meet an elder statesman of Cappoquin, and Dungarvan, Mr. Joe Conway last week. Joe was a major figure in Cappoquin and Waterford GAA circles during the 1950s, before a spell in Canada, and was instrumental in the purchase of the GAA field by the Cappoquin club around 1960 too. He shared many great memories, of the playing of the All-Ireland camogie final in the field, and of the Sargent family. It was Joe (on the right) who actually presented the Sargent Cup to Mr. Curran, Chairman of the County Board, close on sixty years ago, as shown in the photograph here. Hopefully, without the slightest hint of bias, it bears mention that the Cappoquin senior camogie team last week performed heroics in losing the county

league final by a goal to a great Lismore team, although they had only six players on the team who were old enough to have completed their Leaving Certificates. Then on Sunday, possibly the greatest comeback from adversity which a Cappoquin hurling team has achieved, was witnessed by hundreds at Ballyduff, when the Cornerstone lads pipped Lismore in the senior championship by the narrowest margin. It was lovely symmetry that the winning point was scored by Paul Murray, who had also coached the camogie team the night before. The photo here of Joe Conway presenting the Sargent Cup is all the more appropriate this week, as Cappoquin’s next encounter is in the Sargent Cup, at 7.30 this Thursday evening, against Passage at the Fraher Field. The last time Cappoquin played Passage at that venue, the locals triumphed over the seasiders who were powered by a certain Noel Connors. That was in 1976. Next Thursday, the son and namesake of Noel Connors – already a hurling legend – will lead Passage against the Cornerstone lads. A repeat of the 1976 score would be just lovely.

Joe Conway presenting the Sargent Cup to Charlie Curran.

The McGrath family, supporting Freida in the Waterford Adventure Race last weekend. Marguerite, Evan Freida, Emily, Abbie and James Coade.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

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Waterford Rose Sarah Tobin from Tallow arrived on Friday evening to offer her help to the boys for there charity fundraiser Suicide or Survive Fundraiser Event, Music Bingo Match the Songs Not the Numbers, Cruiscin Lán, Villierstown, on Friday, 22nd May, at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Team of Four: €20.00. Great stop prizes have been sponsored by businesses and these are very much appreciated. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. virtue.pc@hotmail.com HOLY COMMUNION Hope all our local Communicants had a great day last Saturday. CLASSIC WHEELS IRELAND Vintage & Classic Car & Bike Event 2015 will be visiting Villierstown next Saturday, 23rd May. Always a great visual event with lots of very friendly drivers who are ready to share their love of vintage cars to all. SUICIDE OR SURVIVE – FUNDRAISING EVENT Friday, 22nd May, in An Cruiscín Lan at 9.00 p.m. sharp – Music Bingo. Match the songs not the numbers. Team of 4, €20. A guaranteed great night out. Everyone welcome. JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán last Saturday night and €50 was won by Amie Landers with card number 46, the Jack of Clubs. Congratulations Amie. The Jackpot next week is €2,400. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. DROMANA 800 – A CELEBRATION OF THE FITZGERALD FAMILY On Sunday, 5th July, a Georgian Fete will be held in Villierstown, noon to 5.00 p.m. An action packed, fun filled day including a Food Village, Kids Village, Craft Village. Also a full programme of entertainment over three nights in Villierstown Church Hall. For a complete list of all events and to book your tickets – wwwDromana800.com / 087-4660921 Find us on Facebook. Local details are available in the Community Notice Board beside the bottle bank at the crossroads. 25th ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION On the 3rd June, Fr. Gerard O’Connor will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of his Ordination. There will be a Celebrated Mass in Aglish Church on the June 3rd at 6.00 p.m., followed by refreshments. Everyone is invited.

VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB IS IN BLOOM! After months of organising and planning,Villierstown Gardening Club has been accepted to exhibit a 2mx3m Postcard Garden at Bloom in the Park, Phoenix Park in Dublin. Bloom is Ireland’s premier Gardening and Food event which takes place over the June Bank Holiday Weekend, 28th May, to 1st June. The Club has only been up and running for 18 months yet this hard working group of local volunteers will now be representing Villierstown at Bloom in the Park. The Club’s theme for the Postcard Garden is “Villierstown Quay” and displays a shady woodland garden next to the River Blackwater.Villierstown is proud to be backing such a positive reinforcement of village community life. BROWN BREAD COMPETITION The National Brown Bread Baking competition is on! The search for Irelands best Brown Bread Baker is just starting. Check out:- www.npa.ie/ www.ica.ie COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village….Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 0876635465. THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK “Who says nothing is impossible. I've been doing nothing for years.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Lyre Heritage News By Marie O’Shea THE ANATOMY OF A SHOE IT is funny what catches your eye when you are sitting waiting for someone. I was in the hospital in Waterford and waiting for the daughter to come and take me home when I became aware of a poor soul hobbling along the corridor towards me. “Poor thing,” I thought. “She must be in pain.” Her face betrayed no such feeling and I realised that the awkward gait was induced by the most precipitous pair of high heels on her feet. Why do people wear such things? My generation suffered the after effects of stiletto heels and wickedly pointed toes on our toes but this is something else. Later that evening I was looking at a “Red Carpet” event on the TV and here were those heels again – and I also came to the conclusion that in order to walk at all in these things one must assume a projecting derriere á la Beyoncé or Kim Kardashian!

Examples of Lofty Heels!! The definition of a shoe: “A shoe is a device that is used in human locomotion that consists of an interface placed between the foot plantar and support surfaces, and a fixation system which mitigates shear (horizontal) forces so as to keep the plantar surface positioned over the interface.

The interface may be a single material or consist of a series of layers, such as a sock liner, insole and outer-sole, typically found on most modern shoes. It may be of uniform thickness, or thicker in the heel region as with most current footwear. High heeled shoes of current fashion can be seen as having an interface that is considerably thicker, and rigid at the heel region, and tapers to a narrow base near the support surface.” Humans have used footwear for several thousand years. Outside of small groups living

in extreme northern latitudes, footwear were used by small elite groups within many societies to indicate elevated status at the expense of health and functionality during locomotion. The first region in which the majority were shod was Renaissance Europe, where people of all classes donned footwear for the first time for reasons other than status. They were willing to pay a considerable price in terms of health and mobility through footwear use in an attempt to survive death from disease according to then current notions. Perhaps as little as a century ago, footwear use outside of the home was ubiquitous only in economically advanced countries. Now it is almost universal. Even in the world’s poorest countries, only remote small sub-populations remain barefoot. For some the wearing of footwear is used (unknowingly) to continue an ancient decorative tradition of using foot ornaments as a fashion statement or to signify social class. Others wear them based on a millennium old, long refuted notion that footwear represent an effective barrier to communicable disease transmission. Some have the misconception that footwear is needed by humans because the bare foot is insufficiently robust to sustain walking and running safely. The recently shod from the developing world are under no such illusions about the benefits of footwear. They know that diseases acquired by being barefoot are rare and are not communicable. Whereas their feet feel fine when they are barefoot, they are painful when they wear shoes, and they remain so after they are removed. They find them unsafe because shoes cause them to trip and fall.They note that it is more tiring to walk and run wearing them. They may not know that the plantar surface has the highest density of sweat glands of any body part, but they notice foot stench for the first time in their lives when they remove their initial shoes, and wonder why people in the developed world tolerate this disgusting condition of keeping their feet perpetually bathed in sweat through footwear use! They avoid them when they are not required. They dismiss shoe wearing as a purely illogical price that must be paid for entry into the colonialist created system. Ironically, most people living in developed countries are now historically so far removed from when their fore-bearers commenced footwear use that they have forgotten the actual reason why they were first worn and are presently in such widespread use.This has made them vulnerable to myths regarding the importance of footwear to good health fabricated mainly by self-serving pseudoscientists. What follows is an examination of the origins of footwear in terms of health and mobility, with emphasis on explaining their current prevalence. From

this comes ideas about advancing public health. Mobility with footwear in any era is considered here to be the ability to walk and run efficiently with footwear relative to the barefoot state on common pedestrian routes used by humans. Some of the earliest examples of footwear use in a society that are available from records and artifacts comes from ancient Greece and Egypt. The sandal was occasionally worn mainly by men in all but the poorest classes commencing perhaps 2000 BCE in ancient Egypt. Footwear use was not a social norm because men of even the highest classes were often visually portrayed barefoot. This leads to the conclusion that shoes were mainly decorative and used within living quarters or briefly outdoors. Barefoot walking was undoubtedly more efficient, and effective running was performed exclusively with bare feet. A wide variety of footwear were worn during the early part of the Middle Ages. Design and construction became more standardized in the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries when demand for footwear justified the creation of guilds for shoe making. By the beginning of the Age of Discovery, footwear use outside of the home was widespread, and might have been considered an implicit social norm in most of Europe. By this time shoes with elevated heels were the standard design. In terms of mobility, these footwear allowed extensive walking but were incompatible with running, which was performed with bare feet. Footwear design and construction techniques in Europe remained relatively unchanged until modern times. As synthetic expanded polymers and rubber became available in the last half of the twentieth century, their integration into athletic footwear permitted reasonably efficient walking and also running on both natural and man-made surfaces. Synthetic sole materials could be designed to offer better frictional resistance than the bare foot when considering artificial indoor surfaces. Footwear allowing the mobility of the

Now where did I put my runners?

barefoot via permitting both walking and running is truly a modern phenomenon. To summarize, the use of footwear entails presently, and even more so historically, some limitations on mobility. Foot disorders became common in sixteenth and seventeenth century France, particularly in men, with is attributed to the introduction of shoes with elevated heels and narrow toe box.The incidence of these disorders in contemporary females exceeds any historical sample, presumably due to particularly high heeled shoes and narrow toe box in women’s shoes. There is evidence that most back symptoms and disabilities seen in developed countries are accounted for by the wearing of shoes. Symptoms referable to the back and degree of disability was significantly greater in the shod group. It should be noted that many reports have suggested that barefoot groups also have a significantly lower incidence of advanced osteoarthritis of the hip compared to those from the shod society. Falls risk is higher when wearing footwear compared to when barefoot.. This poor stability produces a behavioral response which amplifies impact. Ankle spraining is extremely rare in traditionally barefoot groups presumably due to superior foot position awareness. In addition, ankle spraining increases in relation to heel height. Athletes Foot and nail fungus are common problems in shod populations. Prior to the science of infectious disease, many believed these conditions were transmitted by barefoot humans. We now know they are caused by opportunistic funguses. The persistent humid environment associated with footwear use produces ideal conditions for fungus propagation. Return to the newly shod individual from the developing world. He may not realize that the barefoot weight-bearing tradition he was keeping alive was a practice intrinsic to human evolution, therefore one which humans are superbly adapted.

Sarah Power, Grace Walsh and Olivia McGrath Kudzmaite, Carriglea National School, pictured at The Park Hotel after they made their First Commmunion last Saturday in St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

HAPPY to report that all members are out and about clicking away capturing the wonderful signs of spring bountifully appearing all around us. From hedgerows to roadways, mountains to coastline you can hear the click, click of Deise Camera Club photographers among the tweet, tweeting of the blackbird and the swallows!! Harmless to approach and always happy to chat to the locals! CLUB COMPETITION Theme for May is HANDS. Upcoming for Junes monthly competition is SEASONAL CHANGE (7” x 5”) and Quarterly due in June is MACRO (12/10” x 8”). V E N U E UNCHANGED FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS. Change of mind folks! Our upcoming meetings will go ahead as usual in the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. We meet second Tuesday of the month, every month, so 11th May

in Town Hall Theatre at 7.30 p.m. is the place to be! We will be having many more field trips for our tech nights on the fourth Tuesdays so keep an eye on your email and text for venues. CONTACT New members are always welcome to

drop into our meetings and check us out. You can also view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and you can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com and DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN on Facebook.

Villierstown Vista by James O’Donnell.

Fields of Gold by Ml. Kelly.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien TOBIN'S LOVELY RHUBARB Rhubarb is a vegetable, just like cabbage or onions. But, we don't think of them the same. Compare rhubarb and custard with steaming hot cabbage and a bit of butter. Both are full of flavour, but not quite the same thing. Rhubarb's tangy sweetness sets taste buds to salivating and places this particular "vegetable" in a category all its own. MARKET GARDEN Probably this is why Matty and Maggie Curran of Ballyknock were remembered for their rhubarb. They grew plenty of other vegetables and some fruit. Lettuce, scallions, onions, carrots, parsnips, cabbage, peas, early and late potatoes, blackcurrants, gooseberries. But, it was the Curran's lovely rhubarb that had the neighbours stopping by their Ballyknock home for more. Unfortunately, rhubarb is only in season for a few weeks from April to late June. During the rest of the year, the duo's produce was not anticipated with such fervour. Still, there was demand at the weekly Dungarvan market for everything they grew. Next to the old weigh hut at the centre of the town square, the Currans used to sell their wares.Their shop consisted of a farm cart piled beyond the brim with seasonal foods. This was the product of the couple's intensive work on their hillside field, not much more than an acre, behind their home in Ballyknock.That small field grew enough vegetables to help feed and clothe their three girls. TURNIPS & MANGELS Growing vegetables for sale is an old tradition in the parish. A local memory is that Kilgobinet Fair was an excellent place to sell mangels and turnips, both good fodder foods for animals and, in the case of turnips, for people as well. They provided nutritious cattle feed right when it was most needed. Turnips and mangels were planted in April or May and harvested in the fall. They were preserved in "pits", though the digging consisted merely of shovelling down to the bare ground in the haggard. Normally, the haggard was stripped of deep sods as part of house building, so these "pits" were quite shallow. The turnips were piled together in a heap, then covered with fine furze or

Fionn & Caoimhe Timmons at the recent Charity Plant & Bake Sale. straw to protect them from frost damage. To keep the rain off, rushes were gathered and placed atop the pile. This covering was tied down with sugán ropes woven from straw or, later, with twine. The same was done with the mangels in their own big pile. And, for that matter, potatoes were treated the same. In this way, the haggard served as an outdoor barn with various piles of vegetables placed here and there. Both turnips and mangels were used to extend the supply of hay. But, before feeding them to the cattle, the big root vegetables were pulped. The pulper was a metal tub standing on four legs. About a dozen mangels or turnips were sproinged, or piked, into this tub. Turning the attached handle turned the grater at the bottom of the contraption. Starting off was hard, but once it bit into the turnips, the work got easier. It was the gym equipment of its day, providing "good upper body exercise," in the memory of one user. This was the kind of work that left you "real warm on a frosty afternoon." As the turnips or mangels were mashed, a bucket or close woven basket set beneath the pulper caught the resulting mush. This mush was poured off into the feeding trough in front of each animal in the cattle shed. A scoop of barley meal or crushed oats was spread on top. This thick puree provided extra nourishment, particularly as the cows started to milk in the spring before new grass was available. When cold weather slowed grass growth, or when the previous year's hay harvest was poor, the need for animal fodders rose. And from at least the

early 1700's, the Fairs at Kilgobinet offered a ready market for selling turnips and mangels.The Fairs were held at regular intervals through the spring and summer starting on Saint Gobinet's Feast Day of February 11th. Local families did not neglect this retail opportunity.They sold their mangels and turnips at the fairs and earned some hard cash. A FAMILY AFFAIR So, there was plenty of precedent for the Curran family as they worked their vegetable patch and peddled their harvest at the local mart. Their operation was successful enough that Matty and Maggie's youngest daughter, Maryanne, continued the trade when the years forced her parents to step back from the business. Maryanne was working as an attendant in Dungarvan hospital during the 1950's when she met Martin Tobin of Tooraneena. Martin was also a hospital attendant and before long the two were courting. And courting.The courtship lasted six years, but in the end, the pair were married in 1957. They joined Maryanne's parents at their Ballyknock cottage. Eventually Maryanne returned to the job she had learned as a child - growing vegetables. Whenever the demands of raising six children allowed, she was out working on the hill plot. Like so many other of her rural neighbours, Maryanne "wasn't afraid of work. She never grumbled." WORK APLENTY And work there was aplenty. Husband Martin would return home from his daytime jobs delivering milk in Abbeyside from a horse and cart. Before household refrigeration,

milk deliveries used to take place twice a day. And when he got home, out to the vegetable garden he'd go. The heavy digging was his particular job. Even after entering employment at Central Dairy in Dungarvan, and then the Waterford Glass Factory, the setting sun would find Martin hard at work with shovel and hoe. The busy couple added two side gardens to the lands under cultivation by converting them from grass. They needed this extra space to service their clients in Dungarvan. Customers included the now vanished shops of Andy O'Donnell across from St. Mary's Church and Mrs. O'Neill's dairy on O'Connell Street. The VG supermarket and The Country Store were also regular delivery points. Deliveries were made daily using the family donkey and cart. A car made life considerably easier starting in the 1970's. Martin would go in every morning since housewives insisted that food had to be fresh! The couple made a rule when they got married. "We agreed to live according to our means - and if we didn't have it, we'd wait." The vegetable field out back meant they didn't have to wait too long. Hundreds of families throughout Dungarvan enjoyed the fruits - and vegetables - of Martin and Maryanne's labour. And just as in older days, it was the couple's rhubarb that neighbours thought of when they pictured the little farm's produce.Whether it was the ancient varieties they were growing, or the care they took, or both, to this day local families remember with fondness the Tobin's lovely rhubarb. DAWN CHORUS Singers love songs. Hang around a meeting of singers and they'll sing all night. Which pretty well describes the 'Afters' of the recent Bird Song Project get-together at Coolnasmear Hall. The project is "a celebration of traditional songs about birds." Going in, artistcompiler-movie-maker Michael Fortune and his wife Aileen Lambert reckoned there were at least 300 traditional songs which featured birds. But, when singers up and down the country got involved, that number rose swiftly to 500 and after that people stopped counting. Seven singers, each with their own lovely style, sang two songs each at

the Hall. After which came the sing-along-till-dawn. If you missed it, you missed something special. MISSIONARY SISTERS 23rd & 24th May, Saturday and Sunday - A Lay member of the Missionary Sisters of St. Peter Claver will speak at the Masses about the Sisters'

work. According to the Sisters' website, they assist the poor, hungry, homeless and sick. They help fund “selfreliance” projects, train priests and sisters and help build and repair churches, and much else besides. There will be a collection to help the Sisters in their work.

LOURDES MASS 2nd June, Tuesday - Mass will be celebrated in Colligan church on Tuesday June 2nd for all those travelling to Lourdes. Everyone welcome. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

Villierstown FUNDRAISER FOR SUICIDE OR SURVIVE On the 1st June, 2015 five chaps are taking part in a sponsored Kayak of the River Blackwater from source to sea. This sponsored kayak is taking place in association with Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes for Suicide or Survive. The founder of Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes is Stephen Mernin. The five gentlemen in

question are Stephen Mernin, Brendan Mernin, David Moore, Eric Moore and Philip McGrath. This is a long term ambition of theirs and they decide why not give it to a charity as a fundraiser. The five men in question are all from the village of Villierstown. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Mikey Hamill and Rebecca Hennebry who announced their engagement last weekend.

Mikey Hamill is son of Anita & Colin Hamill Villierstwon and Rebecca is daughter of Toni and Mag Hennebry Mount Melleray. We wish them both many years of happiness and health for there future together. QUIZ NIGHT Quiz Night with a difference in aid of Suicide or Survive In Cruiscin Lan in Villierstown, Friday, 22nd May at 9:00 p.m. Team of Four €20.

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN TIDY TOWN NOTES THE 'STOP FOOD WASTE' CHALLENGE We all waste food. Sometimes it can't be helped - plans change, we prepare too much, leftovers go off in the fridge, we forget about the stuff in the bottom of the freezer.... Over the last 4 weeks, Anne Sullivan from Waterford County Council, presented a series of talks increasing awareness of what is being wasted, the importance of proper planning of meal and using a shopping list, storing of food, new ideas in serving and reusing the food we already have on our homes and finally composting. If we stick to some of the tips we learned, not only will we waste less food but also we will have more cash on our pockets - our group's target is to reduce food waste by a 1/4. By doing this we might save up to €60 per month...a nice bonus for everyone. Some of our attendees measured their food waste at the beginning of the month and again at the end - to compare and contrast. Top prize to Catherine O'Donnell (nee Cunningham), who metic-

ulously weighed and measured, and scored the best results in reducing her food waste. DID YOU KNOW.... 50% of salads are thrown away. Buy less but more frequently and also store in the fridge. 25% off of fruit and veg bought is thrown away especially apples and bananas - store apples in the fridge and bananas in a paper bag. 20% of bread and bakery products are thrown away buy a half pan or freeze items to keep them fresh. GLENSHELANE WOODS The best things in life are free.This is certainly true in the case of wild garlic which is carpeting the woodland floors of Glenshelane. A wonderful pungent smell of garlic wafts through the woodlands right now coupled with the sight of an infinite number of bluebells, this season is surely the most beautiful to walk, run or cycle through the trail. PLANTING Annual bedding will be planted in the coming weeks. We would really appreciate your help - if you even have a spare hour over the coming weeks, please phone or text

Gráinne on 087 2194742 or drop in to Mary (in BT Lincoln's) to let us know when you have some time to help. CAPPOQUIN PARISH NOTES Last Sunday our Parishes again held a May Procession. The Parish Council thank all the very many people who helped in any way to organise the procession, to ensure it ran smoothly and to provide the refreshments and clean up afterwards. We wish to give special thanks to our stewards on the streets who very ably looked after safety and directed the traffic. Thanks also to all those who participated, including the First Communicants and volunteer bearers. All along the route it was noticeable that many people had gone to considerable trouble to decorate their windows in honour of Our Lady and thanks to them also. During the discussions around the tea tables afterwards it was agreed that we had succeeded again in providing a fitting May tribute to Mary, the Patron of Cappoquin Parish. Church who played her part by ensuring we had good weather.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of May, it is Bernie McHugh who can be contacted on 086 1714452. Current events on in the hall and local community. FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Upcoming events for your diary, Primary School Western finals on Thursday, 21st May, Day 2 Waterford County championships on 24th May and Juvenile U-9 to U-13 Munster Track & Field Championships on 6th/7th June, the closing date for entries is Saturday, 23rd May, Please let us know who is interested in competing. COMMUNITY GAMES Aglish/Ballinameela Community games trials on Friday, 22nd May, in the Ballinameela community pitch/hall. Please be there for 6:45 p.m. Any children in our community who is interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday & Friday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Saturday training is be 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, this is to prepare kids for completion (Sprints, Jumps and throws). Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Irish Dancing: New members very welcome. For more information please contact Deirdre on 086-0640892. Ballinameela Foroige: Ballinameela Foroige meets

on Thursday evenings in the Ballinameela Community Centre from 7-8.30 p.m. We have a very limited number of spaces available for new members this year, which will be awarded on a first come first served basis. Please text Moya (0876356478) to join the waiting list if you are interested. Ballinameela Foroige is looking for new leaders to help out on club nights. Anyone interested in getting involved please call Mary (087-9840827) for more details; you can also check out www.foroige.ie or call down to the Ballinameela Community Centre any Thursday between 7-8.30 p.m. Ballinameela Adult and Toddler Group: Meet every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, child minders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome! For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. Badminton: If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 p.m. If interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975. Community Alert: There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the look out. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie AGLISH SUMMER WALKING / RUNNING LEAGUE Aglish Summer Walking / Running League commences on Thursday 7th May for six weeks at 7.15. Can you Walk / Run 2, 3, 4 or 5k. All levels of fitness catered for from beginner, Intermediate or advanced. Children welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. €2 per night or €10 for six nights. Meet at Aglish Community Hall to register and collect your number and away you go.

Six weeks of gentle exercise and who knows you might even enjoy it. Bring a friend and enjoy the chat and the fresh air. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Our Fundraising night will be held on Friday, 7th August, more details to follow, a good night guaranteed. BLACKWATER KAYAKS & CANOES On the 1st June, 2015, five chaps are taking part in a sponsored Kayak of the River Blackwater from source to sea. This sponsored kayak is being done in association with Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes for Suicide or Survive. The founder of Blackwater Kayaks & Canoes is Stephen Mernin. The five gentlemen in question are Stephen Mernin, Brendan Mernin, David Moore, Eric Moore and Philip McGrath. This is a long term ambition of theirs and they decided why not give it to a charity as a fundraiser. The five men in question are all from the village of Villierstown. You can donate by: Online using My Charity.ie Bank Details: Sort Code: 93-41-86 Account No: 01279161 BIC: AIBKIE2D IBAN: IE25AIBK93418601279161 Fundraiser Event – Music Bingo: Match the songs, not the numbers, Cruiscin Lán, Villierstown, on Friday, 22nd May, at 9.00 p.m. sharp. Team of four: €20. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre. LOTTO RESULTS 18th MAY, 2015 Winning numbers were: 11, 19, 22. No winner. €20 winners: Paul Hansberry, Ballintaylor; James McGrath, Ballinameela; Ronan Culloo, Ballygambon; Bernie Troy, Modeligo; M. Beston, Aglish. Next week’s jackpot €2,300 and will take place in the Cruiscín Lán.

NEWS ITEMS All news items and notes are to be forwarded to the following email address:news@dungarvanobserver.ie

WHOOPEEE! BIG BROTHER IS BACK We can now be entertained, every evening by the inane witterings of a bunch of narcissistic wannabe's. Fake tan, stilleto heels, bouffant hair and designer underwear (if any!) is the order of the day. And, thats just the boys. The games thought up by Channel 5 will only be a side show in comparison to the competitive nature of the housemates. Jostling for the best camera angles, shrieking "Oh my God" more than anyone else, feigning innocence and comradery would make the dramatics of the Leinster House pale into insignificance. Every year, the participants claim that they are going to be themselves, unique individuals who will "tell it like it is". Yet, every year they are the same. But every year millions of people

watch Big Brother and similiar programmes, to scoff at and mock the ridiculous antics of these pathetic people who want fame and fortune at any cost. Dignity, self respect and common sense are the first casualties of these 'fly on the wall' shows. The producers of Big Brother have always packaged it as a social experiment, as well as entertainment. I can't remember any scientific conclusions being put forward to the Nobel Prize commitee, but, maybe I missed that memo. The basic idea is still a sound one. A mirror is being held up to society.

Watching other people making fools of themselves, forming alliances, budgetting and sharing emotions are things we can engage with through the medium of the tv screen. At the same time we can distance ourselves, if it becomes uncomfortable, with the flick of a switch. I don't believe that Big Brother is some microcosm of the world, but, people can see aspects of their own egotism and inadequacies reflected in High Definition. Sometimes, just sometimes, the reflections are uncanny. Speaking of Reality TV, (seamless) a programme that just recently finished on Irish TV was "Home of the Year". All of the six finalists and the eventual winner were judged on their architecture, interior design, decoration and environmental impact. Excuse me, but that’s surely "House of the Year". A home would surely be judged on its coziness, its welcoming nature and how it reflects the personality of its owners. The houses on display in this programme could have come from a designer catalogue. A house does NOT make a home. People do. Ballinameela Creatives meet every Wednesday night, at 7.30 p.m. The venue; Chateau dePaor, Breathnach wing. Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis wrote, "Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes that see reality."

Ballysaggart CAR PARK RE-DEVELOPMENT WORKS CONTINUE The Re-development of the car park took a huge step towards completion last Saturday when a great work force of volunteers turned out again to complete the grading of the car park area and building the earth bank to the car park perimeter. It is very close now in getting to the final stages of construction. Work also started on the site preparation for the new Welcome Village signage at three locations on the approaches to the Village. We hope to have these in place over the next few weeks. Thanks a lot to everyone who turned out to help, including the lads who couldn't be there, but gave out their tractors and trailers.Without the diggers and excavators and the tractors, the work couldn't be done. A great turn out and an awful lot of work done. It's a credit to all involved. The whole area surrounding the village is beginning to take shape and looks very well.The tea and

sandwiches were a God send! CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Ballysaggart Ladies Football U-16s who became County Champions for a third year. It is a fantastic achievement and a testament to all involved. Also, best of luck to the

U-14s team who will represent Waterford at this years Feile in Wicklow on the 26th-28th June. Congratulations to Ballyduff Drama Group on their recent success at the RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival in Athlone for their production of Takin' Over the Asylum.Very well done to all involved.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Pat O'Connor and Dave Fennessy. 2nd: Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville. Lucky Table: Mary Power and Ber Coughlan. Tickets: Sheila Lonergan, Delia Cashell, Dave Fennessy and Nellie Devine.

Ballysaggart Volunteers busy at work on the car park and preparing for new signage.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise CRAFT AND CULTÚR SA RINN Ag tosnú ar an Aoine, 29 Bealtaine agus don deireadh seachtaine ar fad tá cuid mhór imeachtaí eagraithe i gColáiste na Rinne dírithe ar cheardanna éagsúla. Beidh deis ag daoine freastal ar ranganna, cainteanna agus siúlóidí agus beidh fáilte roimh dhaoine ó chian is ó chóngar páirt a ghlacadh sna ranganna agus imeachtaí eile. You might want to keep the last weekend in May free for Crafting in Coláiste na Rinne as some of Ireland's most loved crafters have been brought together, with the help of Craft and Cultúr, in the wonderful scenic setting of Ring College to help teach people of all ages not only how to craft, but how to learn a bit of gaeilge while you're doing it. And to make it easy for you the college is providing all your needs from hostel style accommodation and full dining menu for the different classes and visitors. For example, basket weaving is an age old craft that is showing a resurgence in Ireland, we have classes on basket weaving in the college over the weekend. Crochet, Knitting, Patchwork and Spinning are just some of the other old style crafts that you can book in for.There's also Card making, Scrap-booking, Mini-book-making, Paper crafting, not forgetting Talks and Story telling for the young and young at heart. There's the Photographic Exhibition where you can see for yourselves how some of the local photographers are inspired by their surroundings, and let's not forget the ground shaking, foot stomping Saturday Night feverish Céilli where you can throw your arms (or legs) in the air like you just don't care! And if all that sounds too much for you then you can go for a 'Ramble in Ring' and visit some of the local craftspeople like the famous Eamonn Terry, Master Craftsman Glasscutter or relax in the luxurious Sólás Na Mara seaweed baths, or bring the camera and focus on the wonderful wildlife, landscapes and scenery, or perhaps you'd prefer a bit of fishing?. The point being that there's everything to do for all the family and we hope to entice you here to experience for yourselves what some people refer to as the 'Living Time Capsule' where age old pure Irish traditions and culture not only survive but thrive side by side and lend themselves for inspiration, as they have done for generations. You want to bring the family and make a weekend of it? No problem, you can book in to the college for Hostel style accommodation (058 46128 or www.anrinn.com) or some of the excellent B&B's in the area. Ring is based off the N25 between Dungarvan and Youghal, turn off the main road and you'll find a very warm welcome. Hope to see you here. Find us on facebook for even more details and all the updates at: 'Craft and Cultúr sa Rinn' SCANNÁIN Ó MHIC LÉINN AN ARD-DIOPLÓMA Beidh deis ag an bpobal féachaint ar na scannáin atá déanta ag mic léinn ó chúrsa Ard-Dioplóma i Léiriú Teilifíse ar an Déardaoin 21 Bealtaine ag an bpictiúrlann i nDún Garbhán. Bíonn cláracha den scoth déanta gach bliain agus tá éagsúlacht iontach arís ann an bhliain seo sna cláracha. Beidh an cúrsa á reáchtáil arís sa bhfómhar agus is féidir tuilleadh eolais a fháil anois ó Waterford Institute of Technology and Nemeton TV Post Graduate course in film making based in Ring, Co. Waterford are pleased to announce class of 2015 film premiere will be held on Thursday, 21th May in SGC Dungarvan. The films to be showcased on the 21st May include a cookery programme on healthy food, a documentary on Inis Meáin, an Ob Doc on Clonmel Woman's Rugby Team. Aoife Ní Rian's documentary features rare footage taken by her Grandfather from Waterford while working for the UN in the Middle East in the 1950's. The films are written, filmed and edited all by the students themselves. In the past few years, emphasis on drama has led to at least two dramas being written,shot and edited on the course. For further information on the September 2015 Higher Diploma course or shorter Camera and Editing courses contact the Nemeton Training dept at traenáil@nemeton.ie www.wit.ie 058 46499 https://www.facebook.com/HigherDiplomaNe meton

REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE / FAMINE GRAVEYARD Tá an Coiste Fáilte, coiste turasóireachta i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun pleananna forbartha ar Reilig an tSléibhe faoi láthair agus táid ag lorg eolais nó scéalta nó grianghraif ar an áit. Má tá aon eolas ag éinne, ba mhór an chabhair dúinn é a fháil. Is féidir labhairt le Míchéal ar 058-46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com The Cultural Tourism Committee, an Coiste Fáilte, are currently researching Reilig an tSléibhe / The Famine Graveyard and are collecting any stories / information / photos that people might have. If you have any material or information, we would be very grateful to collect same. Contact Míchéal on 058-46664 or cfdeise@gmail.com FOIRNE NA nDÉISE PÁIRTEACH I BHFÉILTE PEILE GAEL LINN 2015! Thaisteal foireann peile Scoil Náisiúnta Bhaile Mhic Airt, An Sean Phobal go Ráth Chairn ghlas na Mí ar na mallaibh chun páirt a ghlacadh i bhFéile Peile Gael Linn in éineacht lena múinteoirí Liam Ó Lonnáin agus Gráinne Ní Chéirín, mar aon le Seán Uada, Cathaoirleach CLG na Gaeltachta. Eagraíonn Gael Linn na féilte seo go bliantúil le cabhair ó choistí áitiúla chun deis a thabhairt do pháistí ó bhunscoileanna Gaeltachta agus Gaelscoileanna teacht le chéile in atmasféar taitneamhach, shóisialta. D’éirigh leis an bhfoireann dul chomh fada leis an gcraobh leathcheannais, ach fuair foireann láidir ó Ghaelscoil Eoghain Uí Thuairisc, Ceatharlach ( curaidh an chomórtais ar deireadh ! ) an ceann is fearr orthu le scór 6-5 go 4-2. Ar an Mháirt, 2 Meitheamh agus Céadaoin, 3 Meitheamh, cruinneoidh suas le 160 peileadóirí óga agus a gcuid múinteoirí i gColáiste na Rinne don fhéile deireannach den tsraith cúige a reáchtálfar i mbliana, agus é ar an dara féile a bheidh ar bun i gCúige Mumhan, chun freastal ar an éileamh mhór ó na scoileanna sa taobh sin tíre. ( Tionólfar an fhéile eile i gCorca Dhuibhne ar an gCéadaoin 20 agus Déardaoin 21 Bealtaine ). CUID D’ÓRÁID AN UACHTARÁIN, MÍCHEÁL D. O HUIGINN A BHÍ SA RINN LE DÉANAÍ Tá an tír seo faoi chomaoin mhóir ag an bpobal beag Gaeltachta seo. Cheapfadh duine gur mhíorúilt í gur mhair an Ghaeilge agus oidhreacht chultúrtha na nGael anseo nuair a bhrú cúinsí sóisialta agus eacnamaíochta sa naoú haois déag (19ú) agus sa bhfichiú (20ú) haois an teanga go himeallbhord thiar na tíre; cúinsí a bhfuil an Ghaeltacht fós in achrann leo sa lá atá inniu ann, faraor. Ach d’éirigh le ceannairí áitiúla pobail, saothraithe cultúir agus físithe náisiúnacha tabhairt ar mhuintir na Rinne agus an tSeanphobail fanacht dílis dá ndúchas sinseartha. D’fhág na saothraithe cultúir céanna, (ar dhuine díobh, ar ndóigh, an Dr. Risteard de Hindeberg), d’fhág siad cuid mhór de shaíocht fhileata, cheolmhar na hÉireann i dtaisce agus i gcoimeád mhuintir na dúchaí bige seo. Ba shin é an traidisiún béil agus traidisiún na bhfilí léannta araon a bhí á shaothrú i ngleanntaibh agus i bhfothairibh sléibhe na Mumhan nuair a bhí an Ghaeilge fós i mbarr a nirt. Ghlac muintir na háite seo leis an dúshláin le fonn agus coinníodh an oidhreacht sin beo ina mbéala agus ina gcuimhne. Thugadar faoin oidhreacht sin a athghiniúint san aos óg, glúin i ndiaidh glúine, ní mar iarsma amháin ach mar oidhreacht chruthaitheach, láidir, anuas go dtí ár linn féin. Nach ábhar bróid, mar shampla, iad fonnadóirí na Gaeltachta seo, atá chomh maith nó níos fear le fonnadóirí Gaeltacht nó Iar-Ghaeltacht ar bith eile sa tír maidir le feabhas a n-ealaíne nó luach oidhreachta agus fileata na n-amhrán atá ar a dtoil acu. Tá an tír seo faoi chomaoin mhóir ag an bpobal beag Gaeltachta seo. Cheapfadh duine gur mhíorúilt í gur mhair an Ghaeilge agus oidhreacht chultúrtha na nGael anseo nuair a bhrú cúinsí sóisialta agus eacnamaíochta sa naoú haois déag (19ú) agus sa bhfichiú (20ú) haois an teanga go himeallbhord thiar na tíre; cúinsí a bhfuil an

Ghaeltacht fós in achrann leo sa lá atá inniu ann, faraor. Ach d’éirigh le ceannairí áitiúla pobail, saothraithe cultúir agus físithe náisiúnacha tabhairt ar mhuintir na Rinne agus an tSeanphobail fanacht dílis dá ndúchas sinseartha. D’fhág na saothraithe cultúir céanna, (ar dhuine díobh, ar ndóigh, an Dr. Risteard de Hindeberg), d’fhág siad cuid mhór de shaíocht fhileata, cheolmhar na hÉireann i dtaisce agus i gcoimeád mhuintir na dúchaí bige seo. Ba shin é an traidisiún béil agus traidisiún na bhfilí léannta araon a bhí á shaothrú i ngleanntaibh agus i bhfothairibh sléibhe na Mumhan nuair a bhí an Ghaeilge fós i mbarr a nirt. Ghlac muintir na háite seo leis an dúshláin le fonn agus coinníodh an oidhreacht sin beo ina mbéala agus ina gcuimhne. Thugadar faoin oidhreacht sin a athghiniúint san aos óg, glúin i ndiaidh glúine, ní mar iarsma amháin ach mar oidhreacht chruthaitheach, láidir, anuas go dtí ár linn féin. Nach ábhar bróid, mar shampla, iad fonnadóirí na Gaeltachta seo, atá chomh maith nó níos fear le fonnadóirí Gaeltacht nó Iar-Ghaeltacht ar bith eile sa tír maidir le feabhas a n-ealaíne nó luach oidhreachta agus fileata na n-amhrán atá ar a dtoil acu. RANGANNA HATHA YOGA Go maith don chorp - neart agus aclaíocht gach maidin Dé Céadaoin, 10.00 - 11.30 r.n. i Lios na Sióg, Sean Phobal. Beidh rang nua ag tosnú san óiche go luath. Tuilleadh eolais ó Claire - 087 0569907. Hatha Yoga Classes - Gently improves flexibility and strength. Posture work, breath awareness and relaxation structured into the class. Classes take place every Wednesday morning - 10.00 - 11.30 a.m. in Lios na Sióg. An evening class will be starting shortly. Further information from Claire at 087 0569907. CUIBHRINN / ALLOTMENTS Anois teacht an earraigh .... Tá deis iontach ann

do dhaoine gur mhaith leo tosnú leis an garraíodóireacht. Más suim leat a bheith páirteach i ngrúpa beag daoine a bhíonn ag fás glasraí is bláthanna srl, in áit fíor álainn chuige sa Sean Phobal, cuir scéal dtí Míchéal ar 058-46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com As the growing season approaches, we are looking for people to get involved in the allotment site in an Sean Phobal. People can grow their own vegetables in the community area or take a small plot of land. If interested, contact Míchéal on 05846664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Tá an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú thar n-ais ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9-11 ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am – 11am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An Sean Phobal branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal ar an leathnach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhlucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, seol iad chuig cfdeise@gmail.com nó 058-46664.

Páistí agus múinteoirí ó SN Bhaile Mhic Airt a ghlac páirt i bhFéile Peile Ghael Linn i Ráth Chairn le déanaí.

Páistí ó Lios na Síog ar cuairt chuig Tigh Solais Mhion Aird le déanaí.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Ballyduff Comhaltas

Kilrossanty I.C.A. Kilrossanty Guild held their AGM last Monday night, 11th May. It was well attended. Sympathy was passed to the Hobbs family on the death of Bernie, our esteemed member and Treasurer at the time of her death; also sympathy to Bridget Curran on the death of her brother-in-law Martin Curran and Christine Houlihan on death of her uncle Martin Curran; to Margaret Cronin, Ardmore Guild on the death of her son Johnny Cronin. Many tributes were paid by members on the death of Bernie, she will not be forgotten by the Kilrossanty Guild. May

she rest in peace. Lots of topics were discussed. Kathy Murphy was elected as President of the Guild; Molly Casey, Secretary and Kay Veale as Treasurer. Myra Whelan was thanked by all for her two years as President. Mark Chapman gave a talk on valuation of glass, any kind and brought along many pieces of glass and gave an indication of the value of them. Members brought along pieces and he gave them a value, it was very interesting. Raffle ewinners on the night were: Liz O’Riordan and Margaret Cassidy. Fees due at the next

meeting. Hoping to have a day out in July. More details later on. COMMUNION Congratulations to the pupils of Fews School who received their First Holy Communion last Saturday in Fews Church. Thanks to all who helped to make arrangements for their special day. VOTING Voting will take place in the hall this Friday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. SCHOOL If you want details about the school’s 50th anniversary of Kilrossanty, please contact the school at 051291419 as soon as possible.

COMMUNION Best wishes to all the boys and girls of Kilrossanty School who will receive their First Holy Communion this Saturday in Kilrossanty Church at 11 a.m. FEWS COMMUNION CLASS The following pupils made their Holy Communion last Saturday in Fews Church: Aislinn Baldwin, Aoife Lenihan, Cian O’Rourke, Ciaran Kirwan, Daniel Power, Sean Brazil, Tomas Og Dee. Congrats to all. GREEN FLAG Fews School is receiving Green Flag today Wednesday.

Stradbally SPECIAL MEETING A special Child Protection Meeting for all involved with children in Church activities in our Parish of Stradbally will take place on Wednesday, 20th May, 2015 at 7 p.m. at the Community Centre, Ballylaneen. PARISH DRAW RESULTS The results of the double draw 11/12 week of the parish draw in Stradbally are as follows: 1st prize €150 - Martina Cassidy, Shanbally. 5 x €25 went to Tommie Organ, Carrigcastle; Esther Barron, c/o Madge Barron; Helen Byrne, Garranturton; Eileen Power, Seafield Cross; Richard McKeon, Ballygarron. Promoter’s draw: Breda Costello, Rockville. 1 x €150 - Joe Curran, Newtown, Stradbally. 5 x €25 went to Jim Skehan, Island; Cass Aherne, Knockrour; Peggy Walsh, Brenan; Donnacha and Davin Walsh, Carrigcastle; Hannah Hayes, Bonmahon. Promoters draw: Mary Power, Carrigcastle. TIDY TOWNS It’s all systems go as we prepare for the 2015 National Tidy Towns competition. Like all other organisations we in tidy towns have to raise funds to continue to do what we do. We have just launched our annual Tidy Towns raffle will take place this year at Whelan’s Bar in Stradbally on Saturday night, 6th June, 2015. A huge thank you to the following sponsors Garvey’s Super Valu, Dungarvan; Pat Phelan, Centra Stores, Kilmacthomas; Whelan’s Lounge Bar, Stradbally; Richard Hickey, Cove Bar, Stradbally; Ann Cunningham, XL Stores, Stradbally. The prizes for the

raffle are: 1st prize - shopping voucher value €250 for Garvey’s Super Valu, Dungarvan; 2nd prize €100 shopping voucher for Centra Stores, Kilmacthomas; 3rd prize €100 cash from Whelan’s Bar, Stradbally; 4th prize €100 cash from Richard Hickey, Cove Bar; 5th prize - €100 shopping voucher for XL Store, Stradbally. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. Permission granted by G.S. Tramore. Committee members will be knocking on doors this weekend and would appreciated your support. A big thank you to Pat and Christopher Fennell and Alan Kiely, Plant Hire for their help in clearing the back of the Ball Alley bright and early on Saturday morning and Eddie who also helped out. A great job well done, hope it gets us some extra marks. Also thanks to our master hedgecutter Ray D’Arcy who did a splendid job as always on the fuchia hedge opposite the church and didn’t charge us. We in Tidy Towns would like to say a special thanks to the gentlemen who picks litter each morning on his walk from the Five Crosses to the Church. We did not know his name but would like to extend our thanks for the work he is doing we appreciate it and hope he reads the notes. STRADBALLY MARKET The Stradbally stall holders are always trying to improve on what they have on offer each Saturday at the Market at the Cove Bar which takes place at 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Last Saturday there was an abundance of lovely bedding plants and potted flowers for sale. In addition to all the other products such as fresh

fruit and vegetables, cakes, bread, jams, sweets and local scene and cards.The addition of lovely savoury pies from Yvonne’s home-baking to make a lovely lunch-time treat. It’s the place to bring your visitors for the lovely fresh scones and welcome cup of tea. LOCAL SOCCER Stradbally faced Seaview Celtic in the semi-final of the Infirmary Cup in Ozier Park on Monday evening. Check next week’s notes for match report. Following discussions and meetings it has been decided in principal to once more hold the Soccer Summer Camp. Dates and times have yet to be finalised, so watch t space for details. Academy and Little Dribblers continues on Saturday mornings at 10.30 a.m. all children and their parents welcome. Astro Turf pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadgh for time slots availability at 087 230 6841. A limited amount of club gear is available in children sizes, would make ideal presents. Contact Gerry on 087 224 5712. BARRON HALL NEWS The Barron Hall is available for booking now, be it in the main large hall or the smaller meeting room, the kitchen facilities disabled toilets and outdoor green area also included. Contact the booking officer Nicola at 087 716 0700. A whist drive takes place on each alternate Friday nights in the Barron Hall. Contact any of the local card playing enthusiasts for further news. Following the success of the Valentine’s night disco. The Barron Hall officers are hosting a BBQ on May 31st (Bank Holiday Sunday night). Over 18’s only, great 70’s, 80’s, 90’s music, succulent grilled food and interesting company. It’s

BYOB (bring your own bottle) so come prepared, a great night guaranteed. Not content with just having the BBQ on the 31st. The Hall committee are organising a Vintage Tractor Run earlier on that same day. Do come along and see these iron warriors of a bygone age, great day. More details in next week’s notes. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Next Gathering of "Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Group' on Monday, 25th May 2 pm to 4 pm, in Barron Hall. Brian Corry who is doing fantastic work copying old photos will be present. If you have any old photos please bring some. Exercise, Music, Reading (poetry), Games Cup of Tea and chat etc. All welcome. CLOTHES RECYCLE While the official date for the Barron Hall collection of old clothes is the 1st August, bags will be accepted any time. VINTAGE CAR AND TRACTOR DRIVE Bank Holiday weekend is a busy one at the Barron Hall. 31st May, noon registar for a Vintage Care, Tractor and Motor Bike drive will take place from the Barron Hall, Barbaque included. Later that night at 10 pm, 1970's style Disco and Barbecue. to raise funds for the Hall. We have also being requested to provide an outdoor stage at the rear of the Barron Hall. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Kelsey Power, Hillside Close, Kilmacthomas, who competed at the East Munster girls Track & Field in Templemore. Kelsey ran a great race to win a bronze medal in the 200m race.Well done Kelsey.

The Booley House will open for its summer run in St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff, from mid-July. CÉILÍ IN ARAGLIN Next Saturday night, May 23rd, there will be a céilí held in Araglin Hall with the proceeds going to the hall committee in Araglin. All are welcome and it will be a night of sets, waltzes, Siege of Ennis, Walls of Limerick, etc. It will start at 8.30 p.m. and should be a good night out for all the family. DANCE CLASSES Ballyduff, Lismore and Villierstown Irish Dance classes will hold their end of year family céilí in Ballyduff hall on Monday, May 25th, at 6.30 p.m. All family and

friends are invited to come along and join in. There is free entry but donations can be made to Trad for Trócaire. DVDs OF BOBBY GARDINER CONCERT Anyone wishing to order their souvenir DVD of the wonderful Bobby Gardiner night should place their orders with Thomas Hyland at (086)8208242. They will be for sale for €10. FLEADH CHEOIL NA nDÉISE All musicians and dancers in the branch are currently preparing to participate at the county fleadh which

will be held this year in Dungarvan. The music competitions will be held on Saturday, May 30th, while all the dance competitions will take place on Sunday, May 31st. BOOLEY HOUSE Preparations are underway again for the annual show, The Booley House, which will begin it's summer run from mid July. It will be held every Wednesday night in St. Michael's Hal, Ballyduff, until the end of August. Dancers and musicians have begun their rehearsals for this legendary show.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Weekending Sunday, 17th May 2015. Lotto jackpot €600. Winning numbers were 17, 25, 29. No winner. Next week's jackpot is €700. The winners of the 5 x €20 were: Alan White, Rose Halley, Mick O'Mahoney, Jim Queally, Colin Gleeson. Promoter's prize of €20 Betty Condon. Next draw in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Sunday, 24th May 2015. Tickets cost €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets and designated promoters. SLIABH gCUA LADIES CLUB The first Ladies Club meeting was held in the Parish on 25th April, 1995 and the club are celebrating their 20th anniversary with Mass at 7.30 pm in St. Mary's Church,Touraneena on Tuesday, 2nd June. Mass will be celebrated for all current, past and deceased members. Light refreshments will be served after Mass in the Community Centre. OPEN GARDEN Veronica Troy, Bonnie's Bouquets, New Street,

Lismore will be holding an open garden weekend on Saturday, 13th and Sunday, 14th June. Proceeds from the weekend will go to GROW Ireland. GROW Ireland is a charity that helps people who have suffered, or are suffering from mental health problems. GROW also works to promote mental health wellbeing programmes to those who have not suffered mental health issues and to prevent such happening. They also work with young people in schools on suicide prevention programmes, with the prison services to integrate those entering back in to the community and supporting those who are in a caring role. Admission fee to the open garden is €5 per adult. Children free. Refreshments will also be served. All are welcome. WEST WATERFORD SUMMER SERIES Reminder that the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series in association with West Waterford Athletics Club will take to the roads in Touraneena on Friday night 29th May.

There is race number 5 in the 2015 series and there is always a big turn-out in Touraneena for the race. If you are interested in taking part or for more information please contact either James Veale on 086 8184762 or email info@westwaterfordathletics.org THE ANN POWER MEMORIAL WALK takes place this year on Friday May the 29th. Registration begins at 6.30 p.m. and the walk will commence at 7.15 p.m. sharp. This will ensure that everyone is back in time to see the 20th Ger Wyley sponsored West Waterford summer series 5K race which this year will have many local participants. We would encourage people who come to support the runners to try the walk this year, this is a "fun walk" and suitable for families. Proceeds this year will be given to St Mary's NS Touraneena. Thank you to the Touraneena Racquetball Club committee for their help and assistance in organising this.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

The 6th Annual Lismore Music Festival 2015 IRELAND’S ONLY SUMMER OPERA FESTIVAL JUNE BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND - THURSDAY, 28th MAY TO MONDAY, 1st JUNE

Picture of (l-r) Harry Smith Huskinson, Amelia Jane Feeney and Luca Madden bringing biscuits to the visitors at Lismore Castle Arts and Gardens for National Biscuit Day. [Chole Draper]

National Biscuit DayFriday, May 29th IT’S the biggest day in the calendar (for us!) and on Friday, May 29th vwe want you to join in and celebrate National Biscuit Day. We have lots of great events to tickle the biscuit taste buds on a day full of fun for everyone! ‘NOW THAT TAKES THE BISCUIT!’ – THE SUMMERHOUSE, LISMORE Blow the trumpets and bang the drums!! Along with tastings of all of our fantastic flavours we’ll have a very special preview of one of our new biscuits (due out later this year)… and it’s really yummy! For one day only at The Summerhouse we’ll have a limited number of these beauties to taste! ‘EAT THE BISCUIT!’ – LISMORE CASTLE ARTS AND GARDENS Our friends at Lismore Castle Arts & Gardens really love our bikkies! And so we’re sending them lots of our famous shortbread and other delicious flavours for their visitors to enjoy. But be quick… because the amazing gardeners and arty

people really really love them too!! ‘DECORATE THE BISCUIT & THE BISCUIT TEA PARTY!’ – THE SUMMERHOUSE, LISMORE (Children’s Event) 4pm (Limited Places – Booking at The Summerhouse 05854148) Kids love biscuits – in all sorts of shapes sizes and colours. And that’s what this event is all about! Arrays of icings, chocolates, toppings, sprinkles, fillings and more besides for the young bakers to put their finish on our delicious bikkies! Then it’s time to eat the delicious treats, all washed down with a hot chocolate! Lots of fun, treats and a fine mess assured! ‘MEET THE BISCUITEER – AT BLOOM 2015!’ – PHOENIX PARK, DUBLIN We’ve travelled the highways and the byways during the past few months with our fabulous bikkies and for our big day we’ll be in the

big smoke (Dublin that is!) for the big foodie event of the year. It’s Bloom 2015 at the Phoenix Park and thousands of people will be coming to say ‘hello’ and have a taste…or two! We can’t bloomin’ wait! ‘AFTER THE BISCUIT!’ – A COMPETITION WITH LOTS OF BIKKIES TO GIVE AWAY! People adore our beautiful orange and gold packaging…but what to do with the divine tube when all the bikkies are gone? We have lots of biscuit prizes for the most innovative, imaginative and downright crazy ways that our gorgeous tubes can be used! ‘WE’RE ALL ABOUT BIKKIES – NOT COOKIES (INTERNET PUN!)’ Follow us on twitter @lismorefoodco where we’ll be tweeting on the day using the #nationalbiscuitday We’ll also be posting pics and fun facts on facebook.com/thelismorefoodcompany

Lismore LOCAL CHOIR WELCOMES CANTOIRI TO LISMORE Lismore Choir is very much looking forward to having Cantoiri as their guest choir at Lismore Cathedral this Saturday. Cantoiri, directed by Ben Barnes is a Dublin based chamber choir with an international membership. They particularly enjoy singing folk songs from around the world in the original language. Cantoiri will be contributing half of the evening’s programme.

Lismore choir will be performing the Faure Requiem, accompanied by Colin Nicholls on organ with a string quintet from the Cork School of Music. So do come and enjoy a special evening of varied and beautiful music. Tickets at €10 each are available from Lismore Heritage Centre 058 54975 and Dungarvan Tourist Office and a few will be available at the door on the night. The performance begins at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, 23rd May.

LISMORE MOCHUDA LOTTO DRAW RESULTS Date: May 12th , 2015 Super Jackpot €11,700. Letters drawn: R, S,V,W. No winner. Bonus Jackpot €150 - K, L, O, W. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 each: Aine O’Sullivan, Deerpark, Lismore; Christy Cahill c/o The Classroom, Lismore; Ron Fawkes, Cappoquin. Next Draw May 19th, 2015. Eamonn’s Place. Super Jackpot €11,850.00.

A STUNNING production of Rossini’s 'La Cenerentola’ (Cinderella) to be the centrepiece of this musical celebration. Tickets on sale now. LMF 2015 RETURNS TO THE CASTLE STABLES In 2010 a small group of opera professionals set out to create a Summer Opera Festival and the very first Lismore Music Festival (LMF) was born. Over the past 5 years the Festival has grown in size and popularity and is now a firm fixture on the festival calendar.The Festival takes place in the stunning surroundings of Lismore Castle and Gardens, along the Blackwater River. Running over 5 days from 28th May – 1st June it celebrates world class music in some of Ireland’s most beautiful venues and gardens. Each year the Festival presents a well-known opera in the transformed upper stables on the grounds of Lismore castle. Audiences enjoy a stunning opera in an intimate and very unique setting for a truly unforgettable experience. The Festival also strives to nurture young talent both on and off the stage, providing opportunities for young people to get involved, introducing the next generation to classical music and opera. LISMORE MUSIC FESTIVAL 2015 PROGRAMME This year the Festival is delighted to present Rossini's beautiful opera 'La Cenerentola’ (Cinderella) for two performances only Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May. La Cenerentola: The well-known fairy tale of a handsome prince seeking a beautiful bride is given an extra dimension and twist in this opera the prince’s bride is to be the kindest of them all, as well as the fairest, so his tutor uses disguise in order to bring about a happy ending. Prince Ramiro and the illtreated, kind-hearted Cenerentola fall in love and marry, and Cenerentola repays her step-family’s cruelty with forgiveness. This production will feature Irish Soprano (Carolyn Dobbin) in her

LMF debut as Angelina and Puerto Rican Tenor (Javier Abreu) who will return to Lismore in the role of Prince Ramiro. Supported by a predominantly Irish cast and an Irish Chamber orchestra, this original production is a must see operatic event this Summer.The cast will also include Damon Ploumin Nestor, Sandra Oman, Martha Bredin and Mark Duff as well as the LMF Male Chorus. Once again the opera will feature the LMF Chamber Orchestra conducted by Marco Zambelli. La Cenerentola will be directed by Gerald Stollwitzer, Co-Director Dieter Kaegi and produced by Jennifer O’Connell. Rossini composed La Cenerentola in 1817 when he was 25 years old, following the success of The Barber of Seville the year before.The opera, which he completed in a period of three weeks, is considered to have some of his finest writing for solo voice and ensembles. Rossini saved some time by reusing an overture from La gazzetta and part of an aria from The Barber of Seville and by enlisting a collaborator, Luca Agolini, who wrote the secco recitatives and three numbers (Alidoro's "Vasto teatro è il mondo", Clorinda's "Sventurata!" and the chorus "Ah, della bella incognita"). The facsimile edition of the autograph has a different aria for Alidoro, "Fa' silenzio, odo un rumore"; this seems to have been added by an anonymous hand for an 1818 production. For an 1820 revival in Rome, Rossini wrote a bravura replacement, "La, del ciel nell'arcano profondo". The light, energetic overture has been in the standard repertoire since its premiere as La Cenerentola. Musical events and recitals: As well as the two performances of La Cenerentola, the 2015 Lismore Music Festival will stage a number of musical events and recitals in St. Carthage's Cathedral and in some of the wonderful historic big houses and gardens along the Blackwater valley. In 2015 these will include lunch time arias (tickets priced €20)

Saturday, 30th May 2015 12 noon Recital Soprano Sandra Oman, Mezzo Martha Bredin (venue) Cappoquin House Sunday 31st May 2015 12 Noon Recital Students from RIAM Dublin (venue) Salterbridge House LMF SCHOOLS EDUCATION AND AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME A key element of the Festival is a consistent engagement with schools and schoolchildren, helping to inspire the musicians and singers - and the audiences - of the future. As part of its ongoing Schools Education Audience Development Programme the Festival will dedicate the Dress Rehearsal for La Cenerentola to local school children who will have the chance to attend free of charge. For many this is the very first time that they experience opera or classical music live. Lismore Music Festival is for everyone no matter what your age be part of this summer musical celebration. The operas are always well known and are performed in English.There is no dress code, though many patrons do take the opportunity to dress up. ABOUT LISMORE MUSIC FESTIVAL The Festival takes place in the stunning surrounds of Lismore Castle, the privately owned residence of the Duke of Devonshire and his family. The Festival team have transformed the former castle stables into a beautiful and very unique setting for its productions. The Festival was founded by two former Opera Ireland staff, Jennifer O'Connell and Dieter Kaegi with the raison d'etre is to bring the highest possible standards and quality of opera and classical music to an audience outside of the Capital city, to create beautiful music in beautiful surroundings, to create employment opportunities, stimulate the local economy, build the audiences of the future, attract visitors to the region, create performance opportunities for young talent and present

opera in a totally inclusive and authentic manner. On a visit to the Festival in 2010 President Michael D. Higgins remarked, "Music is such a powerful medium and the Lismore Music Festival has been working tirelessly promoting the beauty and relevance of opera. It is wonderful to witness results of the drive and enthusiasm of such dedicated people making opera more accessible and connected to audiences in such an inclusive and authentic manner." Renowned caterer Eunice Power has devised a delicious 2 course preopera supper Opera 2 course meal and glass of wine is €25 extra: - Lamb tagine with cous cous, toasted almonds and Pomegranate seeds - or Vegetarian option Aubergine and chickpea tagine with cous cous, toasted almonds and Pomegranate seeds. For dessert: - Lemon pots with raspberries and pistachio shortbread. Power & Co. fine wines have selected wines and bubbles from their cellars to complement the opera suppers and will be available throughout the castle gardens pre opera and during the 45 minute interval. BOOKING AND FURTHER INFORMATION To find more information and accommodation suggestions please visit www.lismoremusicfestival.c om Tickets for La Cenerentola are priced from €95 Tickets for Lunchtime recitals are priced at €20 Booking www.lismoremusicfestival.com or Lismore Music Festival Box office - Tel: 058 72516 Dungarvan, The Wine Buff, 17 Grattan Square, Dungarvan, County Waterford - Tel: 058 24523 www.thewinebuff.com Lismore Jonathan Ackroyd Fine Jewellers, Main Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford Tel: (058) 53888 Cork City Farmgate Cafe, The English Market, Princes St, Cork Tel: (021) 427 8134

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Kilmacthomas Banna Céilí Húlaí fé 12 ag ullmhú don bhFleadh Cheoil.

Húlaí réidh don bhFleadh Cheoil THE Húlaí, led by Mary Rafferty in An Rinn are gearing up for some fun at the Waterford County Fleadh on May 30th in St. Mary's Primary School in Dungarvan. This year the Gaeltacht have quite a few solo entries, duets, céilí bands and a grúpaí ceoil. On Wednesday, 27th May, the páistí will put on a concert at the Halla Pobail in an Rinn beginning at 8.00 p.m. The concert will give the páistí lots of encouragement for the big day. €2 Adults, €1

Children, €5 Family. There will be door prizes and Ciarán Ó Gealbháin will MC the evening. Tá an-obair á dhéanamh ag na múinteoirí agus páistí agus iad ag ullmhú don bhFleadh Cheoil a bheidh ar siúl i nDún Garbhán go luath. Beidh cuid mhaith páistí ag glacadh páirt sna comórtaisí agus cuid eile ag gabháil don busking thar an deireadh seachtaine, spórt iontach geallta. Ar an gCéadaoin seo chughainn, 27ú Bealtaine, beidh ceolchoirm ar leith i Halla

Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart MANY thanks to our new bishop, Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan for giving us a clear and precise message on the Marriage Referendum. A few copies are still available at the Church door. Make sure you set aside time on Friday and exercise your hard won constitutional right to vote by exercising your most important vote on Friday. There is no other human relationship the same as a marriage relationship between a man and a woman open to the begetting of children. We will have a special hour of prayer regarding this Referendum on Tuesday, 19th at 7 pm in St. Carthage’s Church, at the request of our Bishop. We are in the season of prayer for the fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit of Pentecost. Surely this week needs this time of prayer. By our Baptism and Confirmation we are gifted with the Spirit. Read again the Word of God. Hear

again the Word of God in the Mass.We learn both the meaning, mission, power of the Spirit, both in our lives and in the Church. It is wise to begin the day with a simple sincere prayer to the Holy Spirit to guide the decisions we must make in the course of the day. Our lives a shaped by the small decisions we make, much more so than by the major decisions we may have to make. Our prayers are with the young people coming to the end of their school year in the B.C.S. The Graduation Mass for the Leaving Cert Class, their parents and staff will be in the school on Wednesday, 20th.Thanks to the staff and students who have prepared this Mass. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 23rd May, Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 24th May, Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m.

Pobail na Rinne agus deis ag na páistí cúpla port a sheinnt agus amhráin a chanadh. Beidh an campa samhraidh – Húlaí Lúnasa, ar siúl ón 4ú – 7ú Lúnasa agus beidh eolas faoin dáta clárúcháin againn go luath. Mary Rafferty's Annual Summer Camp celebrating the 5th year - Húlaí Lúnasa will be held August 4th 7th -- 10.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. at the Meánscoil San Nioclás. Registration date will be announced shortly. Keep an eye out as the Summer Camp fills quickly.

COMMUNITY GAMES ATHLETICS The games will take place at Alaska Park, Kilmacthomas on Wednesday, 27th May, at 7.00 p.m. for both boys and girls aged 6-16. The first two athletes in each event will represent our area at the Waterford Community Games in June. 2 euro entry fee per athlete to cover the county affiliation fee. All are welcome. MEMORIAL PRAYER GARDEN The official opening of the Memorial Prayer Garden at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Kilmacthomas took place on Sunday, 10th May. A large crowd including 25 Sisters of Mercy attended the opening, prayers and blessing by Fr. Keogh, P.P. The garden is beautifully laid out and is a wonderful asset to our community. Refreshments afterwards in Kiersey's Tea Rooms. A sincere thank you to all involved. CLEAN-UP The Kilmacthomas Gateway Initiative in conjunction with the

Kilmacthomas Tidy Town's committee are inviting everyone to join in another Clean Up of the village on Tuesday evening, 26th May, between 7.00 and 9.00 p.m. to help prepare for the visit of the Tidy Town's judges in early June. All helpful hands would be very much appreciated. We will be meeting in the car park at the end of the street. Look forward to seeing you there. Don't forget your vizzy vest, gloves and bags will be provided. 1st HOLY COMMUNION Saturday, 16th May, was a very special day in the lives of numerous children in the surrounding area when they received their First Holy Communion. They were blessed with a nice fine day. Following are the names of the children from Kilmacthomas Primary School who received for the first time, Moya Bowdren, Clodagh Casey, Tadgh Donnelly, Anisha Flynn, Liam Kavanagh, Rachel Kelly, Lauren Kiely, Liam Kiersey, Cheyanne Moran, Ellie Mulcahy, Kirsty O'Brien-Meares, Sarah Norris, Alana Long-

O'Connell, Emma O'Rourke, Ben LongPower, Casey Ryan, Leah Sammon, Bobby Troy, Emma Whelan and Jack Kiersey-Woods. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas A F C lotto draw for Saturday, 16th May, letters drawn, D I W Y, no jackpot winner, five winners of €20 each to Seamus Sullivan, Georgestown, Senan Casey, Kilmacthomas, Rian Hayes,

The Pike, Murt Power, c/o P P I and Siobhán Cleary, Riverview, Kilmacthomas. Next weeks jackpot is €2,450, be in to win. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Kelsey Power, Hillside Close, Kilmacthomas, who competed at the East Munster girls Track & Field in Templemore. Kelsey ran a great race to win a bronze medal in the 200m race. Well done Kelsey.

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Tallow TALLOW COMMUNITY COUNCIL NOTES Tallow Community Council 5km FUN RUN/Walk will take place on Saturday, the 30th of May 2015 at 3.30 pm. Many Prizes-including spot prizes. Entry Fee €5. Registration from 2.30 onwards in St Patricks Hall. All money raised is for the upkeep of the ramp boreen walkway. TALLOW PARISH CHURCH RENOVATION NEWS Our Parish Church here in Tallow was built in 1826 and anybody who has entered its portals will testify that it is artistically and in every way a special place of worship. Fr. Denis O’Donnell who commissioned the building of the church spared no expense and the church has generally withstood the test of time. However, some problems have arisen with the building and need attention. Before proceeding with the painting of the church

some structural work must be carried out within the building and some repair is needed to the roof. This work is well underway and soon the painting will begin. Traditionally, the church in Tallow is held in high regard by its Parishioners and over the years the people have contributed generously to its upkeep. Time has come round once again for us to honour what has been handed down to us by our forefathers and preserve the church for the next generation. Our Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Gerry McNamara is overseeing the work with the help of a group of parishioners. We appeal once again to the generosity of our Parishioners to assist financially. The amount we need to raise is €40,000. An amount of €60,000 is available from existing Parish funds. A collection will take place within the Parish during the next few weeks. If everybody gives a little it will mean a lot. We trust in the Lord and in the good-

ness of our community. We look forward to having all the work completed by mid summer. CASTLELYONS GOSPEL CHOIR will perform, at the 6.30 pm Mass this coming Saturday, May 23rd in the Church of the Immaculate Conception In Tallow The will begin the performance at 6 pm before Mass. SUPERB CONCERT Congrats to all involved in the most enjoyable concert held in Tallow Community Centre last Saturday night. A full house cheered and applauded the wonderful talent on show. The Voices, from Kileagh set the standard with Mary Daly conducted in her own inimitable style. Frank Ryan followed with a solo and a duet with Sarah O’Mahony. Then Emily Ahern delivered an engaging rendition of Rib Tide, followed by Sinead O’Neill with Bring Him Home, and then EllieAnne Mason thrilled the audience with Read all

about it, accompanied on piano by Olivia Lennox. Frank and Sarah, delighted the crowd with The Prayer, while Frank closed the first half with aplomb by singing I wore my coat from Joseph. The Kiltha Tones opened the second half with an hilarious mix of comedy and song including three costume changes.The audience were entertained and impressed by this choir under the direction of Ursula O’Tuma. A quick trad session followed, courtesy of Sarah O’Mahony on button accordion, Sinead Mansfield, Violin, Marie Barry, Concertina and Sinead O’Keeffe on Flute. Lots of toe tapping from the audience here. Then came the main event of the evening the tribute to the 24 young men who died during World War 1. Frank Ryan set a sensitive tone with The Roses of Picardy, while Moll O’Keeffe, John Murray, Richard Sweeney and Bart O’Donoghue delivered the war poems, with depth and feeling.

Sinead O’Neill was exquisite with Johnny I Hardly Knew You, and Danny Boy. Liam Roche opened our hearts with his rendition of Christmas 1915. Tom Roche, Robbie Geary, Cian Ryan, Charlie Murphy and the brothers Nico and Dirk-Jan Bakker, were most convincing in their World War 1 uniforms as they represented the 24 men of the very same age who died so tragically. A superb concert indeed, well done to Ross Livingston who was on sound and build a lighting rig worthy of the X Factor. Mary Ahern was on the lighting desk, and set the scenes with colour and imagination. Accompanist on piano all night was the very talented Tracey Simon from Youghal. Front of house and refreshments were organised most efficiently and thanks to Kay Murphy for the floral arrangements. Please can we have another concert like that soon!.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Are you in this photo?

Photo shows classes in Kilrossanty N.S. during the 1970s.

Kilrossanty N.S. 50th Anniversary Don’t miss Abbeyside National School’s Book Fair, which will be held this coming Thursday, 21st, Friday 22nd, Saturday, 23rd, and Sunday, 24th May. Helping out during preparations for the Book Fair are pupils: Philip Tobin-Fraher; Katie Power; Ryan Borsa; Tiarna Quinn; Jack Kiely; and Ciara Coffey. In the background are Sixth Class Pupils, Tammy Whelan, Becky Lawrence, and Ellen Regan, who created the art work ‘A Dress Book’, which is made entirely from the pages of books.

SCOIL MHUIRE

All roads lead to the Scoil Mhuire Book Sale! FINAL preparations are underway for our annual Book Sale which promises to be a bumper one! Sixth class have been extremely busy collecting and sorting books under the supervision of their teachers Colette O'Mahony and Paddy O' Dea. The Sale takes a huge amount of organising each year, but everybody lends a hand and our loyal sponsors have been very generous once again.We are very grateful to them as the sponsorship really helps us to stage this event.We know that our customers won't leave us down either and that they are looking forward to replenishing their stock of reading material for the year ahead.We will also have plenty of novelty events to keep the children (and many of the adults!) entertained. Stalls include many of our old favourites such as "Guess How Many Sweets in the Jar" and "Pick a Lucky Square" but there

will be the odd surprise stall too. The Book Sale takes place from Thursday, 21st to

Sunday, 24th May. Posters are dotted all over town with opening times so be sure to save the date!

Saturday 30th & Sunday, 31st May KILROSSANTY N.S. celebrates its 50th Anniversary this year, having been built in 1965. As part of our celebrations we are having a special re-union weekend on Saturday 30th and Sunday, 31st May. During this weekend we hope all connected with the school will have a chance to meet up with former classmates and teachers, exchange stories and memories and take a look at how the school has changed in the past 50 years. Take a trip down memory lane with our display of photos and school books from the ’60s/’70s/’80s and ’90s. Have a look at our time capsule box which we are creating at the moment. We are putting in symbols of everyday life in Kilrossanty N.S. in 2015 e.g. childrens writing samples and photographs, pens, pencils, art materials, sports items, etc. This is intended to give future generations an idea of what life was like at this stage in our school's development. This box will be then sealed and mounted on the wall with a plaque on the outside. It is to be opened in 50 years time in 2065 which will then be the 100th anniversary of our school. Hopefully some of the children presently in the school will be in this area in 2065 and will be present for the re-opening of the capsule! We hope as many people as possible will be able to attend over the weekend to make it a special time to remember for our school. The itinerary is as follows: Saturday, 30th May – Guided Walk 2.30 p.m. approxi-

mately. Guided walk (suitable for families) of the Famine Road from Boolattin to Cutteen. Leaving from the school. Wear suitable walking shoes. Bus will be available to collect from Cutteen. Ceol and craic in Michilín's Pub afterwards with refreshments. Sunday, 31st May, 12 noon – Special Mass in St. Brigid's Church, Kilrossanty, for all present and past pupils and their families. Refreshments served in the school afterwards with a concert, unveiling of commenorative art piece and time capsule, BBQ and fun and games for all the family. 9.00 p.m. – Special function in Crotty's Inn Lemybrien with music by Gerry Walsh and Dallas and finger food. This promises to be a great night’s entertainment so book your tickets €10 each.These are available from the school on 051 291419 and will be on sale after 10.30am Mass Kilrossanty Church on Sunday, 24th May. If you have any old photographs or memorabilia please drop them into the school at any stage - we will copy them and give them back to you. We have set up a blog online where you can contribute your memories of your school days in Kilrossanty N.S. Go to anniversary.kilrossantyns.com we would love to hear from you. See our blogsite http://kilrossantyns.scoilnet.ie/blog/and facebook page Kilrossanty N.S. 50th Anniversary for more information on any of the above. WIT Scifest Highly commended winner CBS Dungarvan. Waterford Institute of Technology Scifest recently. Highly recommended winners from Dungarvan CBS from left Darragh Curran, Daniel Walsh and Maurice Kiely who were presented their award by Fergal O'Hanlon. [Mary Browne]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Participants enjoying the Carriglea Art Exhibition.

Carriglea Art Exhibition ON Monday, May 11th the Transition Years hosted our annual Carriglea Art Exhibition. The morning was spent rushing around trying to get all the pieces hung and displayed inside the junior hall. Parents filled in along with students and the whole exhibition began at 11.30 am. Following the numerous speeches and thank you’s the show was opened by Joan Clancy. The students and parents had a great time observing the artists work and commenting on the great detail to the pieces. Overall, it was a great success and I think all the 4th year students will agree that it was an amazing experience to work with the artists from Carriglea. They brightened up our Monday mornings and we’ll miss them and their wonderful talents.

Sinead O’Donnell, 4th Year TY SURFING Wednesday, the 13th of May was a very eventful day for us T.Y’s. We headed back to Tramore to reattempt our surfing abilities. When we arrived we got briefed once again on how to surf correctly.Then the struggle to get into the wet suits began. After we finally made it into the wet suits, we picked up the boards and headed down to the water. We spent quite a while trying our best. Some people managed to stand up on the boards but the majority fell off every time. When we finished up surfing we were given a cryptic challenge.We had to run around Tramore looking for clues and bring back significant items. The winning team was given a prize and everyone had an amaz-

ing day out in the sun. I can safely say everyone enjoyed it even though very few managed to actually stand on the board. Sinead O’Donnell, 4th Year DÉISE SINGERS SUMMER CHOIR The Déise Singers summer choir was held in the junior hall on Thursday the 7th and Friday the 8th May. Our 5th Year choir was invited to perform as part of the show. They performed wonderfully on both nights and were very well received by everyone in attendance. We would like to extend our congratulations to the choir and to Mrs. Lucey for all the wonderful work she has done with them this year. VINTAGE CAR RALLY The morning of Sunday, 10th May was a busy time in Árd Scoil

na nDéise as the Lourdes Committee along with teachers; Mrs. O’Driscoll, Ms. Rochford and Mrs. Power provided refreshments for the drivers of the wonderful vintage cars before they set off on their tour of the coast.The Lookout was a hive of activity as the cars lined up before heading on their journey. We would like to wish a huge thank you to all the participants, those who helped out on the day and all those who provided sponsorship for the raffle.We would like to give a special thank you to Eamonn and Nora Foley for all of their work in organising the event and helping on the day. This event raised funds in aid of the Lourdes Helpers Fund which will allow eighteen students and two teachers to travel to Lourdes this year.

Vintage cars taking of on their journey.

Transition Year Surfing.

KILMACTHOMAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

St. Declan’s under 14 hurlers win inaugural Donal O Faolain tournament PLAYED in Dunhill hurling grounds, the blitz hurling tournament this year consisted of St. Declan’s C.C., Mount Sion CBS and Tramore. Onlookers were treated to a feast of good hurling played in a very sporting fashion. The first game began with St. Declan’s against Mount Sion. Declan’s got off to a great start with a well taken goal from Gavan Nolan at full forward and minutes later it was Nolan again finding the net after sum sublime vision from corner forward Jack Hally. This put Mount Sion on the back foot and essentially allowed the boys from St. Declan’s to express themselves and play some fine hurling and finish the game strongly to secure their place in the final. The next game was between Tramore and

Mount Sion. While Tramore would have been fancied to win well, huge credit must be given to Mount Sion in putting together a great performance to ensure the game was a truly epic encounter. Essentially the difference between the two teams was that Tramore took their chances while Mount Sion may not have been quite as clinical in attack. And so it was left to last year’s champions, St. Declan’s and the champions of the previous year, Tramore to contest the final. The first half was evenly contested with Tramore taking the lead with goal and a point. However, bit by bit the St. Declan’s boys played their way back into the game via some great work from James Power at midfield as well as some genius attack-

ing play from Dylan Dee to leave Tramore ahead by just 2 points at half time. The second half saw Declan’s take up where they left off and again started to play some superb attacking hurling while being ever tight in defence.This lead to the getting of some great scores from Dylan Dee, James Power, Gavan Nolan and Jack Hally to ensure the cup would be coming to its original home in Kilmacthomas. Finally, it was left to cup and tournament sponsor Pat Phelan of Centra, Kilmacthomas, to present the cup to Tom Walsh to the delight of him team mates. To a man St. Declan’s were outstanding. However, one will forgive me for mentioning the solid Kyle Walsh Gahan at full back, the ever dependable Tom Walsh at centre back, the

hardworking James Power and Tommy Carbery at midfield and the hugely talented Dylan Dee, lethal Gavin Nolan and the poacher supreme Jack Hally in attack. 1st YEAR LADIES FOOTBALL The St. Declan’s 1st year Ladies Football panel showing off their new jerseys and

matching shorts, kindly sponsored by Phelan’s Centra, Kilmacthomas. The first year Ladies football team competed in a Co. Waterford blitz last week in the Dungarvan GAA grounds. It was a fantastic outing for the young girls and a great team building experience before next year’s very competitive

Ladies Munster Junior Football Championship. The team played three games on the day and enjoyed tea and sandwiches afterwards. The girls would like to thank Pat Phelan of Phelan’s Centra, Kilmacthomas, for sponsoring a lovely set of jerseys and matching shorts.

St. Declan’s 1st Year Ladies Football

Panel: Keely Cunningham, Louise Casey, Zara Stratford, Lauren Power, Molly Walsh, Aislinn Breslin, Sophie Lye, Bell Walsh, Erica Kiely, Amy Kirwan, Zara O’Donnell, Aoife Power, Zoe Kett, Jenifer Barry, Aoife Sullivan, Amy Power, Bonnie O’Rielly, Caoimhe Hassett, Lauren Dalton.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

GLENBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL

Grandparents Day

Active School Flag committee

Ceili Dancing

Lรก Glas

Pancake Tuesday with 5th Class.

Irish Dancing

Baking

Pancake Tuesday

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

J.C.S.P. Awards and Summer Celebration C.C.N had a wonderful day on Thursday, May 14th as we held our annual J.C.S.P. Awards and Summer Celebration. All of the first, second and third year students participated in this event. The students and teachers were busy in the preceding days as they prepared to welcome the students' parents to the school. The day commenced with the presentation of certificates to the first year students and then the second year group. The students succeeded in obtaining certificates in recognition of their great work throughout the year in all of their school subjects. Several students were awarded special certificates for the great effort they have made with their homework during the last term. Many students received Gold Certificates for their participation and hard work in their classes. After the awards ceremony for each there was time for a cup of tea, sandwiches and cakes. We were delighted to see so many parents in the school on the day.There was a very special ceremony for all of the third year students in which they all received a J.C.S.P. plaque in recognition of their work over the past three years. They were also presented with their J.C.S.P. Portfolios which included a personal reference letter for each individual student as well as a description of all of the J.C.S.P. Statements which they completed in their school subjects in first, second and third year. We would like to thank the students, their parents and all of the staff for participating in this celebra-

tion. A special word of thanks to our S.N.A. Sharon for once again treating us to her excellent baking skills! ERASMUS SPANISH TEACHER VISIT Last week the school was delighted to welcome Maria José from Zaragoza in Spain. Maria was on an Erasmus exchange. The aim of the project was to introduce traditional Spanish games through the medium of Goya’s artwork to our first year students. It was explained that Goya regularly depicted Spaniards daily activities in his artwork and students were shown examples of this in a powerpoint presentation. The initial class was based on the traditional ball games played in the Aragón area. The subsequent classes explored the strength and agility themes of their games and finally the students tried skipping and cooperative games. Our students really enjoyed the experience and some commented that many were quite similar to our games here in Ireland whilst others were surprised at the ferocity of the games. As well as learning about Spanish games our First year Spanish students were delighted to get to practice their Spanish vocabulary whilst interacting with Maria in natural situations outside of the classroom. They were especially able to practice and develop their sports related vocabulary whilst in the gym. As well as this they decided to invite

Maria to go on a tour of West Waterford with them so that they would be able to have further contact with her and more opportunities to practice their language skills.The weather was horrendous and “tiempo de perros” (weather for dogs) was the catch phrase of the day! However, the day passed quickly as we stopped in Melleray for a cup of tea (food related vocab was emphasised).The First years would especially like to thank Jonathon for driving us and acting as Maria’s tour guide. We are now hoping to organise an exchange for our first years to Zaragosa. The school would also like to thank Smarter Travel for lending Maria a bike for the week. She immensely enjoyed the opportunity to cycle the Heritage Route. She intends to return with her family as she found all the local people she met to be very friendly and welcoming. At the end of the week, Maria was presented with a wooden barometer made by Frank Denmead, the caretaker. This was very much appreciated by Maria and thank you to Frank for all his hard work in making this thoughtful gift. SECOND YEARS BOW OUT AT ALL IRELAND QUARTER FINAL STAGES Hard luck to the Second Year girls Volleyball team who travelled to Dublin last week. They firstly comprehensively beat Coláiste Bríde of Clondalkin in two

FIRST YEAR CYCLE TO CLONEA – Well done to all especially the Girls team of Caoimhe Claffey, Gráinne McCarthy, Abbie Healy, Kayleigh Nugent and Kayleigh Beecher who made this amazing piece.

sets. This was a great team effort with superb serving from Serena Murray. Following this we were drawn against the competition favourites Sr. Brigid’s from Lough Rea. The girls played really well and showed great team spirit at 18 points each. The first set could have gone either way but Lough Rea came out on top 25-20.The girls kept their heads high. The second set was again closely contested but it was not to be our day. Well done to all involved. FIRST YEAR CYCLE Last Thursday, our First years set out on their annual cycle to Clonea. It was a glorious day with plenty of sunshine. On arriving at Clonea

J.C.S.P. AWARDS – Pictured above is Mr. Ross Kerley, D.C.G teacher with some of the second year students who received awards. they enjoyed a picnic. Thanks to Michelle for facilitating this. Following lunch they divided into teams and were given the task to create a

piece of art based on the theme of “cycling.” The students scoured the beach finding everything from sandals to baby dummies to incorporate into

their work. Some efforts were excellent. The class returned to school tired but happy after a great afternoon with their classmates.

SPANISH TEACHER VISIT – Pictured above is Spanish Erasmus Teacher, Maria José being presented with a barometer by Principal, Mr. Cunningham. Also pictured is Spanish teacher Caroline Ryan and first year student Adam Beresford.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM: Back row Layla O’Brien, Rebecca Young, Lucy Lenane, Robyn Corby, Serena Murray, Front row, Natalia Chruzlak, Ally Tobin, Claddagh Power and Amber Kinghorn.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

CARRIGLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Sacrament of Communion

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying tennis lessons with Shelly Mernin.

WELL done to all the boys and girls in 2nd class who received the Sacrament of Communion on Saturday last. A big thank you to their teacher Miss Sheehan, Ms. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Dea, Mrs Walsh, Fr. Ryan and Fr. Cooney for all their help in preparing the children.The school choirs of both Carriglea NS and Glenbeg NS performed on the day also. Many thanks to all the teachers and school community who were involved in making this day so special for the children. Thanks also to Maeve and Sinead who were on hand with refreshments back at the school. SCHOOL SPORTS Well done to all the athletes who represented Carriglea NS in the small schools event recently and to those who are in action again this week for their school. School sports is part and parcel of the school calendar and a much anticipated event each year. Thanks to West Waterford AC for facilitating the event each year. GREEN FLAG Well done to all the staff and pupils involved in our Green Schools Committee in receiving our 4th green flag.

This has been a whole school effort in maintaining our green fingers and watching our carbon footprint. Thanks to all the parents who have helped with our healthy lunches, carpooling and recycling. PRIMARY GAME Well done to our 6th class pupil DJ Melia who was selected for the primary game panel. This is a fantastic achievement for DJ and all at Carriglea NS will be cheering him on. PLAY AFTERNOON Our new junior infants for September are invited to come for a play afternoon on Thursday, 4th June.They will meet their teacher and get to see the school and their new classroom and meet new friends. Please contact the office 058 44050 for more info. TENNIS All classes began their Tennis Coaching classes with Shelley Mernin last week. Shelly will be with us for the next five weeks teaching the boys and girls tennis skills and having lots of fun.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying tennis lessons with Shelly Mernin.

3rd and 4th classes Carriglea NS proudly displaying their summer art.

Carriglea NS soccer team who qualified for the regional finals in Ferrybank FC.

Well done to DJ Melia Carriglea NS who was selected for the Waterford Primary Game panel.

Amy Mirza, Ă&#x2030;abha Walsh, Saoirse Moloney and Jenna Walsh who competed in the U12 Relay Race in the West Waterford Primary School Sports last Thursday.

Some of the boys from Carriglea N.S. who competed in the West Waterford Primary School Sports held in St. Augustine's College on Thursday last. Well done to all who competed.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Letters to the Editor … Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

Thought line of argument was clear A Chara, I refer to Dónal Traynor's comments (15th May) on my letter of the previous week. He suggests that I may have been disingenuous in my assertion that the ban on close relatives marrying could be overturned were the Marriage Referendum to be passed. I had thought that my line of argument was clear but perhaps, Editor, you will permit me to state it again in simpler language. I was merely pointing out the fact that the Irish Constitution is superior to any law enacted by the Government. The primary purpose of existing laws against incest and incestuous marriage is to prevent inbreeding.Therefore, a brother and sister cannot marry each other. In the event of the Constitution being changed then two brothers (or two sisters) could challenge such a law on the basis that since they cannot procreate as a couple why should they be denied marriage. I believe that such a challenge could succeed on purely logical grounds. Is mise, le meas, LIAM O'MAHONY, An Rinn, Co. Phortláirge.

Marriage Referendum Saturday, May 16th. Dear Editor, Next Friday, May 22nd, we are being asked to vote in a referendum to change the Constitution to give marriage recognition to same sex pairings. As a person with gay friends I can sympathise with the fact that they have suffered discrimination for some time. However, we are being asked by the Government to defy reason, logic and nature. From time immemorial marriage has involved the union of two members of the opposite sex, a man and a woman. The Government want us to believe that two people of the same sex, who cannot consummate such a union, should be given the same recognition. And that something naturally different is not only equal but the same, like trying to square a circle. We are also being fed the notion that gay people will be happy if they are married. If so, only married people would be deemed happy and we all know that is not true. Marriage of itself does not make anyone happy. Happiness is an inside job. Gay men and women have recognition for their relationships in Civil Partnerships with all the rights that ensue but that should not mean we should destroy the meaning of marriage. The Government also want us to believe that the referendum has nothing to do with children. However, they have not assigned it to Article 40 of the Constitution which is about equality but Article 41 which is entitled The Family. As everyone knows marriages usually, though not always, give rise to children. It is through the union of man and a woman by which persons down through the ages have come into being. Same sex pairings, no matter how much anyone would like to think differently, cannot achieve the same result. In Genesis God tells us that a man shall leave his family and cleave to his wife and they “shall become one flesh”. This does not include same sex pairings. The Irish Government and opposition parties believe they can defy the laws of God, without consequences of course! Wiser people would chart a different course. It is also sad to see that those people promoting the referendum have engaged in bullying, name calling, intimidation, door-stepping elderly people late at night and the tearing down of No posters in order to force the Irish people to give in to their strange idea of what constitutes marriage. All the more reason then to vote No. Regards, FINTAN J. POWER, BA, OCSS, CWM. 23 Grange Lawn, Waterford.

Preserve our freedoms Dear Sir, Freedom of religion, conscience and expression are genuine human rights recognised in the various Human Rights Charters. Clear and undeniable evidence emerging from countries where same-sex marriage has been legalised highlights that those who disagree with the LGBT ideology around marriage and sexuality suffer direct discrimination and prosecution. A two year prison sentence and/or €25,000 fine may be imposed on any person who, in all good conscience, is unwilling to participate in a same-sex marriage ceremony through their business. The European Commission report entitled Tackling

LETTERS Intolerance and Discrimination in Europe with a Special Focus on Christians (2015), highlights how Catholic Bishops, Pastors and Preachers who have upheld traditional Christian doctrinal teachings have been subject to investigations, prosecutions and convictions under hate speech legislation. This will happen here also. The GRA has described the traditional understanding of marriage as “bigoted” and “unenlightened” and have compromised their ability to uphold the law impartially. The impact on education will be profound. Under the guise of “tackling homophobia” the LGBT lobby will seek to advance the promotion of the LGBT ideology of marriage, sexuality and gender in the school system. Already, the Taoiseach has indicated that all schools will be expected to teach the new understanding of marriage. Will young children be forced to read books entitled “The King and the King” or “The Boy in the Purple Dress” which promote a particular ideology around marriage and sexuality which is at odds with the ethos of a large section of the population? So it seems. The referendum proposal represents a radical redefinition of marriage which will profoundly change our perception of marriage as a society. Counsel for defense in the case of Zappone and Gilligan v. Revenue Commissioners and Others (2006) highlighted the fact that there would be no logical reason to retain the other defining features of marriage, including exclusivity, if same-sex relationships were recognised as marriage. Polyamory, which involves multiple marriage partners, has been proposed by LGBT activists in the US and is supported by prominent academics. In Canada, polyamory already has legal recognition and is being taught in schools as a valid relationship form. I was amazed in talking with people on the streets of Waterford today (16th May) that polyamory is now considered “no big deal”. If love is all that matters and three people love each other, then “why not?” In the medium to long term (perhaps 15-20 years) we may well see calls for the further redefinition of marriage. On the streets of Waterford today "No" campaigners were subject to significant levels of aggression and abuse for expressing our views on the referendum.To disagree is to be homophobic, prejudiced, bigoted and hateful. This has been a characteristic of this debate. Do we want to endorse a vision of marriage and sexuality which appears to be totally intolerant of any alternative viewpoint? Do we want to see Bishops and Pastors in jail for being faithful to Christian teaching? What a tragic legacy to leave to the coming generation on the eve of the 1916 celebrations - a new era of penal law. Let's reject aggressive secularism and preserve our freedoms. Yours sincerely, IAN KENNEDY 73 Monvoy Valley, Tramore, County Waterford.

Personal perspective on upcoming Referendum Dear Editor, I am a 26 year old man living in Dungarvan with my boyfriend. I am writing today to give a personal perspective on the upcoming referendum, which I hope will resonate with your undecided readers. My boyfriend was born and raised in an extremely religious Jehovah's Witness household. He could legitimately be denied life saving treatment in the form of a blood transfusion because of his mother’s faith. I find this extremely disturbing. My boyfriend does not subscribe to his mother's faith, yet if a car ploughed into him in the street she would be the one called to make decisions regarding his treatment. I don't believe that his mother would deny him a blood transfusion. I love the woman with all my heart, she calls me 'son' and I call her 'mammy'. I believe that she would defer to me if the worst were to happen. But the fact that my boyfriend and I cannot enjoy the legal protection afforded to heterosexual couples disgusts and scares me. A little over two years ago our home was broken into, by a dozen young men. It was not a homophobic attack, they were all under the influence and saw what they thought was an easy target. At the time, adrenaline took over and we held our invaders off until the Gardaí arrived on the scene. In the hours that followed, panic set in. Had my boyfriend been injured, I would not have one jot of influence in his treatment. I know him better than anyone, we have talked about what our respective wishes are if something terrible were to happen, but without the legal protection that marriage equality can bring, our wishes may never be carried out if the worst were to happen. I would marry this man in the morning. He's the only part of the future I can see with absolute certainty. I am not (as some from the no side would like to think) looking to steal the children of heterosexual parents, I am not claiming the right to be given a child from the state. I am simply looking for the same legal protections given to heterosexual couples. A lot of religious people who oppose marriage equality do so with an authority gleamed from a very selective reading of the bible. They are happy to quote scripture to back up their arguments, but cry discrimination when they are challenged. If I were to quote 1 Timothy 2:12 ("But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.") to some of our religious no campaigners and demand that their women be quiet, I would be laughed at; and rightfully so. I am tremendously concerned about the effect this campaign is having on our most vulnerable citizens: our children. I was very fortunate

53 to be raised in a large extended family, with love and affection. I knew when I realised that I was gay that my family would not think of me any differently, but I was still petrified of what the future would hold. I cannot imagine what it's like to be a kid in house where the parents believe the rhetoric from the no side. Peer-reviewed studies suggest that LGBT young people in Ireland are much more likely to selfharm and attempt suicide. If you are a no supporter and reading this, I beg you, think of the young people in this country and think of the damage you are doing.You could have blood on your hands. We are a few short months away from the centenary celebrations of the Easter Rising. In the proclamation of our independence, we are told that "The Republic guarantees religious and civil liberty, equal rights and equal opportunities to all its citizens". As a nation, we should rejoice at the opportunity to be the first country in the world to introduce marriage equality by popular vote. In the years following the proclamation, we became the tiny nation on the edge of Europe who brought the greatest empire the world has ever known to its knees. A hundred years on, our relationship with our closest neighbours could not be better. Through sheer hard graft, we have forged a national identity on a world stage. We are known across the globe as a charitable and welcoming people. On the 22nd of May, we can show the world that we have clung to the ideals expressed in our proclamation and used them to mould our future, guaranteeing that we still cherish "all of the children of the nation equally". Yours, JOHN DAVID O'CONNELL 1 Mountain Villas, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Letter from Bishop Phonsie Cullinan Dear Sister or Brother in Christ, May I respectfully put before you just four points about next Friday’s crucial referendum. 1. CHANGE : If passed it will change our definition of marriage and have enormous implications for the future. It will change what has been understood as marriage since the dawn of civilization. Instead of a man and a woman coming together to marry and bring up children the amendment is saying that any combination of gender is equivalent. It is not only an extension of marriage to same sex couples but a total change and many gay people do not agree with this referendum. 2. CHILDREN: This referendum does involve children and the care of children. Same sex couples will only be able to have a child by getting assistance from a third party but will this third person be part of the child’s life? You who are reading this have been brought into the world by a mother and father. If passed Ireland will be putting into its Constitution an article which will mean that some children will not know a mother’s or a father’s love and care. 3. MAJORITY:We will be the only country in the world to bring in same sex marriage by popular vote. No other country has same sex marriage in its constitution. Over 91% of countries world-wide do not have same sex marriage. International studies convincingly demonstrate that children do best when brought up by biological parents in low-conflict homes and the vast majority of countries value man/woman marriage as the solid foundation for society. 4. CONSCIENCE:Will our schools be able to teach the Christian understanding of marriage without hindrance? Will adoption agencies’ staff, bakers, printers, priests, etc. be free to act according to their consciences? Are we really sure this amendment is a good idea? I hope that you go out and vote on Friday. I pray for wisdom from God for us all and ask the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph to help us. +PHONSIE CULLINAN Bishop of Waterford & Lismore

Just think of it! LIFE is full of surprises. A few weeks ago I was reading in some newspaper the obituary notice of a certain man. The report said that his death was deeply regretted by his wife. To my astonishment I learned, on reading on a bit further, that his wife was a man. Greatly puzzled, I consulted, not one dictionary, but two dictionaries, and each of them defined a wife as “a married woman.”Then it dawned on me that we are living in a brave new world where “equal” means “the same.” (N.B. Must look up my dictionaries about that also). Really, politicians are wonderful: not only have they given us an efficient health service and provided homes for everyone who needs one, but they have now managed to produce a female man and a male woman. What will be the next trick out of the magic hat? Some of the implications of this are intriguing. Since it has been decided that equal means the same, I assume that the All-Ireland hurling and camogie championships will be treated as one – although “hurloging” doesn’t sound too good as a name. And the task of picking a team with fifteen players on completely even terms, half and half, will really test the team manager. We await developments. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

SCHOOLS/OBITUARY

Special Moments, Special Memories A fine young hurler, Tom Devine who scored 1-1 in the National League Hurling Final, presents his winning jersey to a fine young man, David O'Keeffe in Semple Stadium Thurles on Sunday, 4th May, 2015. Special Moments should always be [Noel Browne] shared.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

MARY CONNOLLY (nee Kiely) Barracree, Ballinamult We learned with deep sorrow of the passing of Mary Connolly on Saturday, 16th May, in the loving care of staff at St. Francis’ Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital. In her 100th year and predeceased by her husband Dan we express our sincere sympathy to Mary’s son Donal; daughter Catherine Saunders; daughter-in-law Cathy; sister-in-law Nancy Kiely; grandchildren Donal, Maura, Cathriona, Padraig, Sinéad, Deirdre, Eoin, Tomás and Mark; greatgrandchildren, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Mary lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening where Fr. M. Kennedy, P.P., led family and friends in the Rosary. Removal took place on Monday evening to St. Patrick’s Church, Kilbrien. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning and afterwards Mary was laid to rest in the adjoining Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PEGGY KIELY (nee Walsh) Ballytrisnane, Old Parish The passing of Peggy Kiely on Tuesday, 12th May, evoked feelings of deep sadness and regret. Predeceased by her husband Michael and brother John Paul Walsh we extend our sincere condolences to Peggy’s son Peter; daughters Padraigín and Siobhán; daughter-in-law Eleanor; son-inlaw Ed Devlin; grandchildren Kate, Erica, Gillian, Nicole and Peigí; sister-in-law Hannah Nugent; brother-in-law John Kiely; other relatives and friends. Peggy lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday evening, 13th May, and from where removal took place to Old Parish Church. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning and afterwards Peggy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí go raibh aici. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan

Paudie Prendergast and Maurice Shanahan from the Waterford Senior Hurling team on a training visit to Kilrossanty National School. Included in photograph is Sandra Prendergast, teacher.

Mrs. Fraher's 1st and 2nd class pupils at Modeligo National School relax and celebrate last week after all their hard work in preparation for the First Holy Communion of the 2nd class pupils on Saturday, 2nd May. The Parents Association of Modeligo N.S. hope all the children, their parents, families and teacher had a wonderful day.

PENTECOST SUNDAY Acts 2:1-11 They were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak. Galatians 5:16-25 The fruit of the Spirit. John 15:26-27 The Spirit of the truth will lead you to the complete truth. PENTECOST SUNDAY Next Sunday, May 24th is Pentecost Sunday. At Pentecost, 50 days after the Resurrection, the Holy Spirit came upon his disciples. From being afraid they went out with courage to witness to Jesus. NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP continues this Monday at 7.30pm and each Monday until June 8th. No Morning Mass on Mondays during the Novena. GIRLS FROM ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL Will receive their First Holy Communion on Saturday next, May 23rd, at the 11.00 a.m. Mass. THE NEW BOXES OF ENVELOPES continue to go out over the next few days. Thanks to the Distributors who are doing great work in delivering the boxes. BLESSING OF GRAVES Will take place after the 7.30 p.m.Vigil Mass on Saturday next, May 23rd. ST. MARY’S PARISH AND FRIARY PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES August 27th to September 1st see Church porch for further details. COPIES OF BISHOP CULLINAN’S PASTORAL LETTER: Marriage is important think before you change it, are available in the Church porches. Please take one, if you haven’t already done so, and please take one for someone who would benefit from reading it. MARRIAGE JUBILEE CELEBRATION This will take place on Saturday 6th June at the 7.30 p.m.Vigil Mass, followed by refreshments. We would like to encourage people to send their forms into the Parish Office as soon as possible. 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: 086 233 4282 St.Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087 774 7870.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

OBITUARY

MICHAEL MURPHY 4 West Street, Tallow

LIAM O’HARA 3 New Street, Tallow

We record with sadness and regret the passing Michael Murphy, 4 West Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving husband of the late Mary Agnes (nee Connery) and beloved father of the late Liam and Martin, which sad event occurred peacefully in the tender and loving care of the staff at Conna Nursing Home on 10th May, 2015. Reposing at his home in West Street, Tallow, on Monday evening Rosary was recited by Rosary committee member Mary Mangan in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons Funeral Home, Tallow, on Tuesday evening Rosary and Funeral Prayers was recited by Rosary Committee member Mary Mangan in the presence of his loving family relatives and many friends. On Wednesday morning removal took place from his home in West Street,Tallow, to the Church of Immaculate Conception,Tallow, where a fitting tribute was made by his family by shouldering Michael’s remains to the Church. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing Michael’s life were brought to the Altar by his grandchildren Trevor – a photo of Agnes; Eimer – a packet of Werthers Originals; Kirsty – a can of Guinness; son Kevin – chain from his chainsaw; and Mellisa – Michael’s pocket watch; these were narrated by Sinead Murphy. Readings were recited by his grand-daughters Maria and Aisling Murphy. Prayers of the Faithful were read by his grandchildren Michelle Browne, Sharon, Brian, Chloe and Lauren Murphy, his carer Ann Flanagan and family friend Pia McCarthy. Tallow Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of hymns and music during the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by niece Marguriette Walshe and grand-daughter Kiara Murphy. Michael’s son John delivered a eulogy. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael 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 daughter Margaret; sons Michael, Bart, Patrick, Gerard, John, Maurice,Thomas, Kevin and Francis; son-in-law Michael Kiely; daughters-in-law Breda McGuire, Helen Keane, Jackie Halloran, Evelyn Barry, Ber McCarthy, Leonie Ahern, Mairead O'Brien; sister-in-law Nora Morrissey; nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends.

With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Liam O’Hara, 3 New Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 12th May, 2015, surrounded by his loving family at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Reposing at his home on Tuesday and Wednesday evening, Rosary was recited by Ann Delaney and Mary Mangan in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends. Reposing at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, Rosary and funeral prayers was recited on Thursday evening by Rosary committee member Mary Mangan in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. Following Funeral Prayers removal took place to Liam’s home in New Street and a lovely tribute was made by members of past and present An Post staff by forming a Guard of Honour alongside the hearse on the way to his home. On Friday morning Eddie Cunningham recited funeral prayers before removal took place to the Church of The Immaculate Conception,Tallow. Liam’s coffin was shouldered to Tallow Post Office by family, friends and An Post staff. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and assisted by Rev. Fr. C. Kelly, P.P. (Ring). Symbols representing Liam’s life were presented to the Altar by friend and work colleague Milo – An Post tie; nieces Shannon and Melissa – a steering wheel from a rally car; sister-in-law Sandra – a chequered flag; sister-in-law Linda – Liam’s model car; twin nieces Ciara and Orla – a picture of them with Liam and his twin sister Noreen; Liam’s brother Lar – Liam’s bird book; and Liam’s twin sister Noreen – Liam’s harmonica; these were narrated by niece Siobhan Flynn. Readings were recited by nieces Lorraine Tobin and Michelle McCormack. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Sam O’Hara, Ann O’Hara, Deirdre Cummins, Jennifer Downing, Sandra Curran and Jackie Wilson. A lovely selection of hymns and music throughout the Mass was provided by Liam’s sister Frances and organist Mairead Cullinane. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Liam’s wife Christine and sons Stephen and Jamie. Following Communion his brother Bernard and wife Christine delivered a fitting eulogy paying a lovely tribute to Liam. As Liam’s coffin was leaving the Church, Patsy Irwin played the song “Danny Boy” on the saxophone. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. C. Kelly, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Liam was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Christine (nee Tobin); sons Stephen and Jamie; brothers Bernard and Laurence; sisters Frances Tobin, Margaret Walsh, Eileen McCarthy and Noreen O’Keeffe (twin sister); mother-in-law Kathleen Tobin; uncle William O’Hara; aunt Elizabeth (Betty) O’Riordan; sisters-in-law Ann and Angela O’Hara, Linda Dunford, Sandra Donnelly, Jennifer Downing and Edel Tobin; brothers-in-law Sean Tobin, Liam Walsh, William McCarthy and Pat O’Keeffe; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace.

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

ANN DELANEY (nee Walshe) Main Street, Tallow With sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Ann Delaney (nee Walshe), Main Street, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Dan, which sad event occurred peacefully on 17th May, 2015. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons Funeral Home, Tallow, on (this) Wednesday evening from 5.30 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., followed by Funeral Prayers. Funeral Mass on (tomorrow) Thursday morning at 11.00 a.m. in the Church of Immaculate Conception,Tallow. Followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Daniel and Victor; daughter Grace; brothers William, John and Ollie; sisters Rose Roche and Florence Twamley; daughters-in-law Sharon and Grace; grandchildren Aaron, Alanna, Draíocht, Karah and Danielle; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

SR. MÁIRÉAD FOLEY Convent of Mercy, Dungarvan, and formerly of Ballyduff Lower, Kilmeaden Sr. Máiréad Foley passed to eternal life on Friday, 15th May, in the loving care of staff at University Hospital Waterford. A native of Ballyduff Lower we extend our sincere sympathy to Sr. Máiréad’s sisters, Kitty Power and Mary Hayes; her brother Oliver; sister-in-law Gretta; brother-in-law Jimmy; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, extended family, her Mercy Community and many friends. The Reception of Sr. Máiréad’s remains into the Convent Chapel took place on Friday evening.The Evening Prayer of the Church was recited on Saturday evening in the presence of Sr. Máiréad’s relatives, friends and Mercy Community. Funeral Mass was offered on Sunday morning in St. Nicholas’ Church, Ballyduff Lower, and afterwards Sr. Máiréad was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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

JOSEPHINE FLYNN (nee Whelan) 69 Tournore Park, Abbeyside It is with deep regret and sadness we record the unexpected death of Josephine Flynn which sad event occurred on Saturday, 16th May, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday evening to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning. Burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To her husband Colm; daughter Ellen; family, relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

NORA O’NEILL (nee Roche) Formerly of St. Martin’s Tce., Dungarvan, Congress Villas, Springmount House and CareChoice Nursing Home With deep sadness we record the passing of Nora O’Neill which occurred on Tuesday, 12th May, 2015, at CareChoice Nursing Home. We extend our sincere sympathy to Nora’s brother John (London) and to the Roche, Power, Tutty, Kiely, Crotty and Wade families. Removal took place on Wednesday evening from the Kiely Funeral Home to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning and afterwards Nora was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 CHRISTY MEEHAN Ballinclamper, Ballinacourty Christy Meehan of Ballinclamper, Ballinacourty, peacefully passed to eternal life on Monday, 4th May, with his loving family by his side and in the care and attention of the wonderful staff of St. Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, having borne his illness with strength, dignity and great courage. Born in Ballincourty in December 1928 into a family of four brothers and four sisters, Christy attended Ballinacourty National School and following a time in Dungarvan Technical College went on to work for the Waterford County Manager Mr. Moynihan in Helvick House, Ring, where he spent many years. It was here that his love of the Irish language and music began and where Christy met and made many good friends, forging lifelong friendships that he treasured. Christy had many fond memories and great stories of the years spent in Helvick which he would often recall with great humour. He then moved to work in Quigley Magnesite, Ballinacourty, where his good humour, diligence and gentle nature earned him many dear friends and good memories. A lifetime member of the Pioneer Association Christy wore his Pioneer Pin with great pride and was happiest when surrounded by nature and took great pride in his garden where he could be found, shovel in hand from dawn till dusk. Chirsty will be fondly remembered as having a kind word, a smile for all he met, one of nature’s true gentlemen. May he rest in peace. Christy lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 5th May, where the Rosary was led by Fr. Richard Doherty, A.P., and recited by family and friends. Christy’s remains were removed to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, pausing briefly en route at the Barnawee Bridge to say a final farewell to the Lodge, his childhood home. On arrival Fr. Doherty, A.P., led the Service of Reception.The Funeral Pall was placed by Angela Meehan (daughter); Norma Meehan (daughter); Eddie Meehan (brother) and Biddy Morrissey (sister). Requiem Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning, 6th May, by Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., assisted by Fr. J. Condon, P.P., and Fr. M. Enright, P.E.The Readings and Psalm were read by Pat Meehan (nephew) and Eleanor Walsh (niece). Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Eoin Meehan (grandnephew). The Offertory Gifts were presented at the Altar by Olivia and Connor O’Riordan (grandchildren). Norma Meehan (daughter) delivered the Communion Reflection. Throughout the Mass Christina Tobin sang beautiful sacred hymns. After Mass Christy’s coffin was carefully carried to his final resting place by his nephews. The Rite of Committal and graveside blessing was imparted by Fr. Hassett, P.P. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. Christy is sadly missed by his wife Mary; daughters Norma and Angela; grandchildren Olivia and Connor; brother Eddie; sister Biddy; sister-in-law Eileen Horgan Gaul; brother-in-law Bertie Sweeney; nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends, including Eily and Johnny Kiely. The family wish to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Higgins and the staff of Dungarvan Community Hospital for the care, attention and kindness shown to Christy. We are eternally grateful for the support and kindness shown to us. A special thank you to James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their sympathy and professionalism and also we express our gratitude to the gravedigger Jim Ryan who is a great friend of the Meehan family. Month’s Mind Mass for Christy will be offered on Sunday, 14th June, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

CHRISTY HANRAHAN Kilmore, Tallow, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Glanmire and Glanworth, Co. Cork It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Christy Hanrahan, Kilmore,Tallow, Co.Waterford, and formerly of Glanmire and Glanworth, Co. Cork, devoted husband of the recently deceased Evelyn (Norrie) Hanrahan (nee Lynch) which sad event occurred peacefully at his home on 15th May, 2015. Reposing at his home in Kilmore, Tallow, on Monday, Rosary and Funeral Prayers was recited in the presence of his loving family, and friends. Removal took place on Tuesday morning from his home in Kilmore, Tallow, to St. Joseph’s Church, Springhill, Glanmire, Co. Cork, where Funeral Mass was celebrated. Followed by cremation in the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving family Don, Gerard, Charlie, Evelyn, Michael, Fiona and Dyane; grandchildren; daughtersin-law Michelle, Susan, Deborah and Adrienne; sons-in-law Dirk Bakker, David Murphy and Sean McDonnell; brother-in-law, sistersin-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Tallow and Cappoquin).

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … Broadband benefits must be extended to rural Ireland without delay

(L to R): Eoin Lowry, President of the Agricultural Science Association; Prof. Alex Evans, Head of School of Agriculture and Food Science, UCD and Dr Frank O’Mara, Director of Research Teagasc.

Advances in Knowledge and Technologies for Agriculture Conference IRISH farmers and the agricultural sector will need to embrace new technologies and acquire new knowledge to remain competitive in an increasingly global food market place. To explore the latest developments, Teagasc and UCD, in association with the Agricultural Science Association, are organising a conference on Advances in Knowledge and Technologies for Agriculture on Wednesday, 10th June in the Tullamore Court Hotel. Speaking about the focus of the conference Dr. Frank O’Mara, Director of Research,Teagasc said that “this conference will highlight relevant new technologies under development by Teagasc and UCD that already have, or will soon bring benefits to farmers and the industry. These technologies have come about

through investment in research and development. Teagasc and UCD scientists collaborate on many of these and other research projects, and this pooling of expertise is important in delivering world class research.” Prof. Alex Evans, Head of School of Agriculture and Food Science, UCD is looking forward to a lively discussion and said this conference “is an opportunity for delegates to learn about the latest research and developments in their area, but more importantly to think what the future of agriculture will be and what options will be available to the industry in the future”. He added “Ireland has some of the best researchers in the world and this conference will look at how their work will impact the industry in the future.”

Eoin Lowry, President of the Agricultural Science Association is delighted to be associated with this conference and stated that “the ASA is committed to the development of science based research to drive the agri-food industry forward”. He added “this conference is a valuable opportunity for professionals working in the agri-food industry, agricultural science graduates, and leading farmers, to get updated on new technologies and opportunities for innovation emerging from the latest agricultural research carried out by Teagasc and UCD which have national and international application”. The conference fee is €40 for ASA members and €50 for non-members. Delegates must register in advance at www.asaireland.ie.

Opening of young farmer grants scheme must be followed by early introduction of TAMS II for all farmers IFA President Eddie Downey said that the opening of 60% TAMS II grant scheme for young farmers by Minister Coveney is welcome but must be immediately followed by the opening of the scheme for all other farmers. The IFA President said in the Rural Development Plan 2014-2020, €395m is available for the TAMS II scheme. Of this, €120m is being allocated to the Young Farmer Scheme,

which is an important boost and will help in getting vital investment carried out on farms. IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy pointed out the five-year Young Farmer rule to avail of the higher grant is disappointing as this will limit the impact of the scheme. It is important that the allocation of funding for each tranche is front-loaded as there is a lot of pent up demand for investment on

farms. Flor McCarthy said that the list of items eligible for grant aid is extensive but there are still a number of important areas that have not been included, among them: grant aid for sheep fencing, grain storage, underpasses, automatic scrapers, mobile cattle crushes, and elements of the farm safety scheme. The 40% grant for other farmers covering all sectors must be introduced imme-

diately. This is particularly relevant for farmers who require additional slurry storage and investment in dairy facilities in light of the abolition of milk quotas. Flor McCarthy said the investment scheme must also be reviewed on an ongoing basis and funding should be directed at those areas where there is most demand. Investment in animal housing and slurry storage should be a priority for all farmers.

THE far-reaching positive impacts of broadband must be extended to rural Ireland without delay, IFA Director of Organisation James Kelly said at the launch of a pilot fibre broadband programme in Belcarra, Mayo recently. Mr. Kelly said, “Inadequate broadband service continues to undermine the enterprise potential of rural Ireland. The IFA is continually pressing this issue with both Government and Industry. The National Broadband Plan is a welcome commitment from Government to prioritise rural broadband, and the high level of industry interest is very encouraging. The Government must now begin the tendering process and make the needed investment to deliver a high-speed, future-proofed solution to rural homes, farms and businesses.” The pilot fibre broadband programme running in Belcarra by Eircom Wholesale shows the positive effects and potential that are achievable for farm families and businesses, Mr Kelly said:“It is very clear from our engagement with farmers on the programme in Belcarra that the adoption and use of ICT brings clear benefits in increased productivity and efficiencies at farm level. We also know that farmers all over the country want to embrace the opportunities ICT brings but find themselves restricted from many innovation opportunities due to poor or no broadband access.” Alongside the benefits to individuals, families, and businesses, broadband access also has the potential to have huge social and economic impacts:“The National Broadband Plan presents a real opportunity to finally address the digital divide. Creating a level playing pitch on broadband access can create jobs and rejuvenate rural Ireland; it can encourage new enterprise and investment in rural Ireland; and, support diversification and expansion of existing businesses.” “IFA will work to ensure that the National Broadband Plan remains a key governmental priority and will engage with industry and government throughout the roll-out to ensure that every home and business in rural Ireland has access to a cost-effective, high-speed broadband service as soon as possible,” Mr. Kelly assured.

Economic recovery has to deliver for farming sector IFA President Eddie Downey has said the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney will have to reflect the improving economic situation by reversing the cuts to farm schemes, which were decimated during the crisis. Mr. Downey said the agriculture sector had responded to the economic

crisis by delivering a massive increase in exports and jobs, which has significantly boosted our economic recovery. However, farm incomes have not benefitted and it is critical that this is recognised by Government as improving conditions take hold. Eddie Downey said he has written to the Minister pointing out that reversing the cuts to Disadvantaged Areas payments and additional funding for the suckler cow and sheep sectors were key to supporting farmers in vulnerable sectors and regions. “IFA will also be participating in the National Economic Dialogue over the coming months, at which we will be setting out the key taxation and expenditure priorities for the agriculture sector and for farm families to the Minister for Public Expenditure Brendan Howlin.” On the new agri-environment scheme GLAS, Eddie Downey said it is clear that the full allocation will not be filled this Spring and the Autumn reopening will have to accommodate up to 50,000 farmer places so that full GLAS payments apply form 1st January, 2016. The IFA President said the Government must prioritise the removal of the discrimination against self-employed workers in the income tax system, and reducing the income tax burden for all taxpayers is the fairest way to reflect the upturn in the economy.

Feeders resisting lower quoted prices as numbers tighten – IFA IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns last week accused the factories of driving Winter finishers into loss-making territory with their latest moves on prices. He reminded factories that Teagasc figures have clearly shown winter finishers need a price of over €4.30/kg to get a small margin this year. Henry Burns said factories are sending all the wrong signals to Winter finishers on price cutting. He said this will compound seasonality and damage the sectors ability to service the year round retail trade. The IFA Livestock leader said there is no doubt that finished cattle numbers will tighten and tighten rapidly over the next number of weeks and months. He said the facts on the numbers are that on the latest AIMS data for April cattle numbers between 12 and 36 months of age are down a massive 180,000 head compared to this time last year. Henry Burns said feeders are digging in hard and resisting the lower quoted prices from the factories. He said factories are getting it much harder to get cattle this week. The general base price for steers is €4.10 and €4.20 for heifers. A significant volume of cattle are being killed at prices above these levels on contract and customer type arrangements with the factories.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Movement on the burning date now long overdue IFA Hill Committee Chairman, Pat Dunne has called on the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Heather Humphreys to make the necessary changes to burning dates for gorse. Pat Dunne said that the Public Consultation on amendment to Section 40 of the Wildlife Act closed in early January. Five months later, there has been no movement by the Minister on the issue despite the overwhelming evidence that the current window for burning is too narrow. The IFA Hill leader said the closed date needs to change from the end of February to the middle of April. This is in line with similar practices in Northern Ireland and Britain. In addition, with commonage plans being drawn up under the GLAS scheme managed burning can be an integral part of this plan with increased timeframe. Pat Dunne said that IFA will be meeting Minister Humphreys on this urgent issue in the coming weeks and will be pressing for an early announcement.

ICSA calls on Minister to convene Beef Forum Christy Doherty, Head of Farm and Business, FBD, and Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD along with (r) Prof. Gerry Boyle Director Teagasc, present to Thomas Moroney, Coolishall, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford, who was a finalist at the FBD sponsored Teagasc Student of the Year award. [John T Ohle Photography]

Closing date under 2015 Basic Payment scheme is Friday, 29th May THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, TD, is reminding farmers that the closing date for receipt of applications under the 2015 Basic Payment Scheme had been extended from 15th May to 29th May, 2015. The Minister said that “this extension was introduced to assist farmers and their advisors to prepare and submit BPS applications this year and to comply with additional requirements arising from implementation of the Greening Payment’’. The Minister said “I am very pleased to be in a position to confirm that over 82,000 applications have already been received by Department under the 2015 Basic Payment Scheme of which 57,000 have been submitted using the online system”. The Minister took the opportunity to remind farmers

with specific Greening Payment requirements, organic farmers and those in partnerships that their applications must be lodged on-line in 2015. The Minister also welcomed the increased usage of iNet, his Department’s on-line application facility for the Basic Payment Scheme. "I am delighted to see that on-line applications under the 2015 Scheme are currently running at such a high level”, the Minister said. "This is very much in line with the trend each year since the introduction of iNet in 2007, with increased numbers being lodged on-line each year.The continuing increase in the number of on-line applications is because of the benefits of iNet", the Minister said, outlining that, due to the system of in-built validations on the on-line facility, the options for applicants to make errors on

their applications is dramatically restricted. The Minister concluded by adding "I would strongly recommend that anyone considering availing of the on-line facility to make enquiries via the website, www.agfood.ie or, alternatively, the dedicated Helpdesk at Lo-call 1890 252 118". The Minister reminded farmers of the importance of ensuring that their applications were submitted by the closing date of 29 May taking into account that farmers were applying for new payment entitlements under the Basic Payment Scheme as well as payment under the 2015 BPS. In order to avoid late penalties that must be applied under EU rules”. He added “Unfor-tunately quite a number of applications are received after the May deadline

each year and in some of these cases it is not possible to make any payment. Such penalties can easily be avoided simply by ensuring that applications are submitted on time”. Minister Coveney said that “In an effort to increase awareness amongst farmers of the impending deadline of 29th May for the submission of applications, my Department will remind farmers by text to submit their applications ontime and to use the on-line facility for so doing.” To facilitate receipt of applications the Basic Payment Unit of the Department, based in Portlaoise, will be open to the public as follows: Monday 25th – Thursday 28th May-9am to 9pm and Friday 29th May – 9am to Midnight.

Study on air pollution highlights the need for Government action to create a sustainable Biomass market REACTING to the release of a study of air pollution from fuel burning, IFA’s Alternative Land Use Team Leader James Murphy said that years of Government inaction has stymied the creation of a sustainable biomass industry and an associated renewables domestic heat market. James Murphy said, “The development of a biomass market and accompanying supply chain will deliver a win-win situation for

Ireland. On the domestic front, the incorporation of biomass into manufactured smokeless fuels will significantly reduce domestic fuel pollution and associated deaths. In addition, these fuels are proven to burn more efficiently, delivering greater heat per euro spent while reducing our carbon emissions”. “Further benefits are the displacement of fossil fuel imports and the creation of real employment in rural

economies. However, significant roadblocks have been placed in front of any biofuels/biomass company that attempted to break into what has been a protected market dominated by semistate companies and Government quangos.” “A lack of clear policy direction by Government to date, without tangible incentives for stakeholders, has meant that projects are not bankable through the normal funding channels.

The Government’s planned Renewable Heat Incentive must focus on the key deliverables of air quality, carbon abatement and job creation by putting the necessary support policies and structures in place to stimulate primary production.” James Murphy said, “An announcement by Government to move to a smoke-free Ireland would be an initial first step in sending a clear message to farmers, manufacturers,

investors and lending institutions that Ireland is serious about developing a sustainable, indigenous biomass industry. In addition, the Government’s announced amendments to the Solid Fuel Carbon Tax which were published in the 2013 Finance (No.2) Bill must be enacted. This will financially incentivise householders to switch to safer, more efficient and environmentally-friendly manufactured fuels”.

ICSA Beef Chairman Edmond Phelan has called on Minister Coveney to confirm a date for the next meeting of the Beef Forum. “The beef forum is due to meet again this month, but so far, there has been no word from the Minister,” said Mr. Phelan. “Little or no progress has been made on the issues discussed at recent meetings, including the marketing of bull beef and the classification grid, and it’s time the Minister called the stakeholders to

account on this.” “The beef crisis hasn’t gone away, after all. Prices may have improved, but they are still well below where they should be given the strengthening of sterling and the drop in throughput,” he continued. “The increase in calf births this year, combined with a decrease in live exports, will soon lead again towards over-supply, and the Minister must take action now to prevent a return of the crisis.”

READER’S QUERIES Question: I recently had a GLAS plan prepared. I only have 30 acres of ground. I chose the low input permanent pasture and then protection of watercourses from bovines to increase my payment and get my entry score up to 16.3. I have a good share of water surrounding and passing through my land and had envisaged a nice top up to my payment. When I met up with my planner, I was surprised to see only a fraction of the watercourse marked in. The best of it that flows through the land was not marked in and the planner said he can only mark in areas already marked blue by the DAFM. Is this the case? Will I be able to be paid on this river down the line and will I be penalised if this area is not wired? Can you please advise? Answer: GLAS continues on one cylinder despite all efforts to park it until it is fit for purpose. Those in authority would be better placed sorting out their own house as opposed to waving ships goodbye to the Mediterranean, canvassing for a yes vote or escorting the Chinese around County Clare. Each day brings more negatives with it on GLAS. The system operates at a snail’s pace and it regularly crashes, if not, it is closed for essential maintenance.The Minister has ruled out an extension to the closing date of the scheme on the basis he didn’t want to put planners over the edge. He is actually putting planners over the edge by keeping the dam open. The watercourse information is uploaded from EPA river data. I have made enquiries on your behalf and as things currently stand you will only be paid on the watercourses that are already identified on the map in blue. This may or may not be reviewed. I have also been told that you have no obligation to wire off any watercourse that has not been already identified and you will not be penalised for this on inspection. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The following closing dates are fast approaching, GLAS,Tranche1 – 22/05/15 and BPS-29/05/15.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Teagasc News . . . MAKE LIMING A PRIORITY Applying lime on a regular basis (every 4 – 5 years) has become a neglected practice on many farms. Lime is required to neutralise acidity and raise the pH which in turn will increase the efficiency with which all of the other nutrients are used by the plant. For mineral soils, a pH of 6.3 is recommended for grassland, and 6.5 for cereals. Acid soils will result in reduced nutrient release from soil, and poorer response to fertilizers. Apply lime as a priority as per the lime advice from your soil analysis. What does lime do? It corrects soil acidity; helps microorganisms thrive; breaks down plant and animal residues; frees up elements for plant growth; helps release N and other nutrients from organic matter; increases earthworm activity; assists clover growth and the survival of N fixing bacteria; improves the availability of N, P, K, S, Ca, Mg and many trace elements and productive grasses survive and grow better. So, on many levels it makes absolute sense to prioritise getting the lime status of your soils right. Acidity in the top 2 inches of our soils occurs due to high rainfall and high nitrogen use. Depending on the lime status of the soil, liming can result in the release of 50 – 70 kg N per ha that has been locked into the soil. This Summer spread lime on the silage fields after the first and/or second cut. Spread every week after that week’s grazing, because there will be no grass cover. So in 3 weeks all the grazing ground will be done. Do not apply more than 7.5 tonnes/ha (3 tonnes/ac). If your soil analysis indicates that you need more than this spread the rest in 2 years’ time. Where land contains high levels of molybdenum the soil pH should not be raised above 6.0 as this can induce copper deficiency in the grass.Therefore, lime application rates on such land should be reduced by 5 t/ha. Lime breaks down the tough sod of old pastures on very heavy wet soils giving rise to a greater risk of poaching. A 'little and often' approach to liming should be used in such cases. HEALTH AND SAFETY It is coming up to a time when children will be on holidays and there will be an increase in the activity of machinery on the farm. It is therefore important to reflect on how you can ensure that your children or any children visiting are safe on your farm this Summer. Do’s Talk to children about safety on the farm. Carry out a Risk Assessment to identify potential hazards to children around the farmyard and buildings. Provide a secure play area for young children. Supervise children on the farm at all times. Keep children out of work areas. Keep children away from tractors and machinery that are in use. Keep children a safe distance from livestock. Cover and protect water hazards on the farm. Put up warning signs in dangerous areas and explain what they mean to children. Don’t Allow children to play unsupervised on the farm. Allow children on tractors unless the tractor is fitted with a properly designed and fitted passenger seat (with seat belts) inside a safety cab or frame. Allow children to get close to potentially dangerous farm animals. Allow children to play at or near water hazards. Allow children to handle harmful substances on the farm.

BEEF Beef Data and Genomics Programme (Suckler Cow Scheme): All suckler farmers should have received an application form for the Beef Data Genomics Programme (Suckler Cow scheme) by now. This is a six year programme and gives significant support to suckler farmers and to the beef industry. While payment is based on eligible forage area, participants will be paid the equivalent of €95 per cow for the first 10 cows and €80 for each additional cow. Payment will be based on the number of calved cows on the holding in 2014 and limited to a maximum stocking rate of 1.5 cows per hectare e.g. to be paid on 40 cows you must have had at least 40/1.5 = 26.67eligible hectares on your 2014 SPS application. A qualifying suckler farm with 40 cows will be eligible for a payment of €3,350 per annum or €20,100 over the six years of the scheme. The completed application form must be returned by May 29th. Requirements of the programme: 1. Calving details Register all new born calves within 27 days of birth, provide sire number and complete survey relating to calving ease. 2. Surveys Complete a range of surveys relating to the calves, cows and bulls in your herd. 3. Genotyping Genotype all of the animals specified by ICBF. Each year, the number to be genotyped will be equivalent to 60% of the number of calved cows on your holding in 2014. 4. Replacement strategy Stock bull –At least one stock bull on the holding on 30th June, 2019 must be a bull that has been genotyped 4 or 5 star on either the Terminal or Replacement index and this or a similar 4 or 5 star bull must be retained on the holding until 30th June, 2020. AI – When using AI at least 80% of the AI used must be from 4 or 5 star bulls. This applies from 30th June, 2016. Female replacements – You will be required to ensure that a percentage of your heifers/eligible suckler cows are genotyped females that are 4 or 5 stars on the replacement index; at least 16 months old and born in 2013 or later. The number of heifers/ eligible suckler cows meeting these requirements on 31st October, 2018 must be 20% and on the 31st October, 2020 50% of the number of calved suckler cows on your holding in 2014. 5. Carbon navigator You must complete a carbon navigator with an approved advisor by 31st October, 2016 and provide data for it to be annually updated.This is a tool which estimates the potential financial savings and greenhouse gas reductions that could be made on your farm. It is also an indicator of efficiency. 6. Training You must attend a training course relating to this scheme by 31st October, 2016. More detail is available in the programme terms and conditions. Remember the closing date for applications is May 29th. IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc Better Beef Farm National Open day: A Teagasc National Open Day will take place on the Better Beef Farm of Patrick Grennan, Kennedy Homestead, Dunganstown, New Ross, Co. Wexford on Thursday, May 21st starting at 2.00 p.m. and 6.00 p.m. Teagasc advisers and specialists will give an overview of the farm system and financial performance. They will discuss grassland management, soil fertility and breeding performance as well as the under 16-month suckler beef production on the farm. All are welcome.

Co-Ops must emulate Glanbia, Kerry and Lakeland and hold April milk prices – O’Leary WELCOMING the decision by Kerry and Lakeland to hold their April milk price, after the announcement by Glanbia that they would support prices at current level to May, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary urged all other co-ops to hold prices for April and into peak. “The National Dairy Committee met recently in Dublin to examine milk prices in the context of market developments and significant farm income and cash flow challenges being faced by farmers this year,” he said. “There is no denying that markets have weakened, but some of the commentary focussing on GDT auction results ignore the fact that EU dairy commodity prices have held far better. Late April returns for an Irish product

mix, at around 34c/l before processing costs, about match what is being paid by most co-ops,” Mr. O’Leary said. “Also, the Ornua PPI for April, which at 98.9 was down 1.1 points on the March level, is equivalent to a VAT inclusive farm gate price of 30.4c/l – again suggesting that current milk prices are definitely sustainable for April,” he added. Mr. O’Leary said the Committee had examined closely rising production costs, and the fact that higher cow numbers were increasing proportionately expenditure on inputs. “Cash flow stress is the main problem for dairy farmers at the moment. Milk prices have come back by around 8c/l since last year’s peak, and in addition to rising production costs,

many farmers are also having to factor in massive superlevy bills. Even allowing for the promised 3 year payment scheme, whose implementation is long overdue and anxiously awaited, this will put a huge strain on farm incomes,” he said. “Most co-ops have filed strong profits for 2014 and have benefited from increased Ornua (IDB) payouts in cash and other bonuses worth €12m reflecting exceptionally good export trade in 2014. Co-ops expect increased output to fill newly built or increased processing capacity this year, and it is vital that they would support milk prices through peak as necessary,” he concluded.

Niamh Mooney, representing Kilmacthomas Macra, Co. Waterford, won the title of Best Debater at the Macra Impromptu Debating final. She is pictured with Macra National President, Sean Finan, and Past President, and competition judge, Joe Healy.

Waterford girl is best debater at Macra Impromptu Debating Competition THE team from South Leitrim Macra won this year's National Impromptu Debating competition. The final of the competition which took place on Saturday, 9th May, at the Macra AGM in Loughrea,

Co. Galway. The special prize of Best Debater went to Niamh Mooney from Kilmacthomas Macra, Co. Waterford. Runners up were Mitchelstown Macra,

Avondhu, Cork. Macra National President, Seán Finan, attending his first competition in the role, congratulated Niamh on her skilful debating.

Glanbia hold April manufacturing milk price at 30.5 cpl (incl VAT) GLANBIA Co-operative Society Limited is to continue its support of members, holding manufacturing milk price for April supplies at 30.5 cent per litre (cpl) including VAT. This follows a recent decision taken by Glanbia Ingredients Ireland (GII) to reduce the base milk price for April by 1.0 c/l to 28.5 cpl (including VAT), reflecting current weakness in global dairy markets. Glanbia Co-op will pay members who have signed a Milk Supply Agreement a

All GLAS applicants must be accepted into the scheme IFA IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has said that the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney must ensure that all applicants who apply for the current phase of GLAS must be accepted into the scheme. Flor McCarthy pointed out that the use of a points system for Tier 3 farmers only is unfair given the Minister’s intransigence on the split parcel problem. Some farmers will struggle to get up to the 16.3 point score set for Tier 3 farmers as the number of options has been reduced for many farmers who were not allowed to split parcels to carry out certain land-based or linear measures. In relation to the closing date of 22nd May, IFA is calling on the Minister to continue to accept applications after that date and at least up to 29th May BPS closing date.

bonus of 2.0 c/l (including VAT) for April manufacturing and liquid milk supplies. This reflects the decision of the board on 14th April to utilise its resources to maintain milk price at 30.5c/l for the months of March, April and May (in the absence of any significant unforeseen circumstances). Chairman Liam Herlihy said: “While dairy markets remain weak, the strength of the Glanbia model allows us to support our dairy farmers during these high volume milk supply months”.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 18/5/2015 G r a n g e , K i l m a c o w, Waterford Kilkenny Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day Kg Meal Kg/cow/day Average Farm Cover Cover per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

28.3 3.88 3.55 2.10 2 500 172 1500 46 92

24 4.5 3.62 2 2 556 157 1400 57 50

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Calves weighed last week and averaged 100kgs. • Calves eating 1.3kg meal per day and fresh grass every 4/5 days. • Dosed 1st calvers with Eprinex. • 93% of cows AI’d in the 1st 3 weeks.

Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • Veterinary treatment for non-cycling cows. • Weaned calves (23) – remainder on milk for the next 3 weeks. • Fertiliser – 1 bag nitrogen/acre • Grass seeds are up – will get 2 bags of 10.10.20/acre

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

ICSA calls on factories to justify discrepancies in payment weights

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD and Minister of State Tom Hayes TD with Edward Butler on his farm in Danesfort, Co. Kilkenny RECENTLY to announce the opening of the new Young Farmer Capital Investment Scheme which is the first of the new Targeted Modernisation Schemes (TAMS II) to be launched under the new Rural Development Programme 2014 - 2020.

ICSA Sheep Chairman John Brooks has called on meat factories to justify not paying above 20kg on Spring lamb carcases while at the same time, paying for up to 23.5kg on hoggets. “We are now at the time where there is full changeover from hogget to lamb in factories, some of which showed a distinct preference for hoggets and had no problem paying up to 23.5kg for them. How do they justify paying nothing above 20kg for high quality lamb carcases, which often arrive in the same load as the hoggets?” asked Mr. Brooks.“ICSA is calling on meat processers to pay for lamb carcases up to 22kg at least.” Mr Brooks said that while some customers do not want very heavy car-

cases, there is little evidence that there is any difficulty finding good outlets for up to 23.5kg. “We know that there is a preference in some markets for the lighter carcases, but it is clear from the hogget trade all along that there is little difficulty in selling meat from somewhat heavier carcases.” He added that the better quality, leaner carcases should be given leeway to even higher weights than 22kg. “Overall, farmers believe that there is no justification for such tight cutoff points and that factories are profiteering on an unnecessarily low weight limit. Spring lamb is a premium product which is expensive to produce, and this must be recognised in fair returns.”

Glanbia Society members approve package of proposals GLANBIA Co-operative Society Limited (the Society) has announced that its members have voted overwhelmingly in favour of a package of proposals which will result in approximately €238 million* of value being made available to all Members. The proposals are aimed at releasing a portion of the value of the Society and making it available to members at a time of significant expansion and investment in the Irish dairy industry. The proposals from the Board of the Society include the transfer, via a Share Spin Out, of 10 million Glanbia plc shares, valued at approximately €170 million*, to all existing Members of the Society. The Society will also create a €68 million* Members’ Support Fund through the sale of four million Glanbia

plc shares. An additional objective of these proposals is to strengthen the current relationship between suppliers and Society shareholding with the issuing of shares to facilitate new member applications. The Society will also initiate a Share Buy Back Plan to purchase up to three million existing shares from current Members thereby facilitating a voluntary sale mechanism for Members who wish to participate in this plan. These proposals were approved by the eligible members of Glanbia Cooperative Society at a Special General Meeting (SGM) of the Society held on 14th May, 2015 at Gowran Park Racecourse, Co. Kilkenny. Details of the proposals and the results of the individual votes are outlined below.

Commenting, Liam Herlihy, Chair of Glanbia Co-operative Society said: “I’m very pleased that the members of the Society have voted in favour of these proposals. The proposals were made at a time of unprecedented change in the Irish dairy sector. In recent months we have successfully commissioned our world class dairy facility in Belview and Milk Quotas have been consigned to history. Many of our members are in a period of expansion and they clearly felt that this is an appropriate time to make some of the value that has been built up in the Society available to members which will give them both security and resources for growth. It is equally an opportunity to recognise the members who have built up the Society over

many years. We’re all proud of what Glanbia has achieved in recent years and the Society is in a very healthy position for the future.” As a result of this vote, the Society intends to sell four million Glanbia plc shares equivalent to 1.35% of the issued share capital of the Company and distribute (Spin Out) 10 million Glanbia plc shares to over 15,500 individual Society members equivalent to 3.38% of the issued share capital of Glanbia plc. J&E Davy and Goodbody Stockbrokers have been appointed by the Society as joint brokers to place the four million Glanbia plc shares in the market immediately. Once the Placing and Spin Out are completed, the number of Glanbia plc shares held by the Society

Pictured at the Special General Meeting of Glanbia Co-Operative Society Ltd. at Gowran Park in Kilkenny was Tom [Dylan Vaughan] McCarthy, Pat and Miriam Kiely and Willie Fennell from Ballinamult, Co. Waterford.

will reduce from 121.9 million (41.2% of Glanbia plc issued shares) to 107.9 million (36.5% of Glanbia issued shares). The Society's Board will retain the discretion to reduce the Society's holding in Glanbia to 33% in the future. Under current agreements the composition of the Board of Glanbia plc will reduce from fourteen nominees from the Society to ten nominees in 2016 and eight in 2018. Following the approval of these proposals today the Society’s representation on the Board of Glanbia plc will reduce by one further nominee by 2020, bringing the number of Society nominees on the board of Glanbia plc to seven. *Illustrative value based on Glanbia plc official closing share price on 13th March, 2015 of €17.03.

RONAN KING ESTATES Dungarvan 058-48855 • 086-2512544 ronaneking@gmail.com Ballymacarbry Upper, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford

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FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION On Thursday, 4th June, at 4.00 p.m. At Melody’s Bar, Ballymacarbry Lot (1) – 7 Acres in 4 Grass Fields, 150 metres public road frontage. Scenic views. Site potential. Mains water and ESB available. Lot (2) – 5 Acres in 2 Grass Fields, 250 metres road frontage onto 2 public roads. Scenic views. Site potential. Mains water and ESB available. Location: Melody’s Bar, Ballymacarbry, 2km. Maps and directions from Auctioneer. (29-5)

RING AREA c.29 Acres Silage on Stem • Well Fertilised • Ready to Cut – 2/3 Weeks For Further Information, Maps and Details, please contact the Auctioneers.

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Dungarvan Mart Monday 18th MAY, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES BULLOCK SECTION 3 A.A. 566 kgs. made €1,225 each. 6 Char. 523 kgs. made €1,180 each. 1 Char. 435 kgs. made €1,110. 2 Char. 352 kgs. made €905 each. HEIFER SECTION 2 A.A. 497 kgs. made €1,070 each. 1 A.A. 505 kgs. made €1,105. 1 Bel. Blue 430 kgs.

made €1,010. DRY COWS 1 Char. 955 kgs. made €1,835. 1 Fr. 805 kgs. Made €1,370. 4 Frs. 742 kgs. made €1,285 each. 4 Frs. 677 kgs. made €1,190 each. Cattle Sales in 2015 will commence at 11.30 a.m. sharp. Friesian Bull Calves wanted for export. Must be over 14 days old. Contact Dungarvan Mart 058 41611.

Pictured at the Special General Meeting of Glanbia Co-Operative Society Ltd. at Gowran Park in Kilkenny was Tom Beausang, Clashmore, Co. Waterford and Rob O'Keeffe, Glanbia. [Dylan Vaughan]

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Amazing Charity Bluegrass Concert – American Band to storm Dungarvan! BLUEGRASS Royalty The Petersen Family to premiere in St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan, for their 1st Irish Tour. Sunday, 24th May, at 3.00 p.m. Tickets only €7.50; Adults and Children €2.50. Includes refreshments. Starts at 3.00 p.m. sharp. Tickets from Blasta Wholefoods, opposite Shaws, Dungarvan, or Ria 087 2257983 or Mary Tobin. In aid of the Church Repair Fund and the HOPE Foundation. Don’t miss this one music lovers!

Songs of Praise A WONDERFUL night of music and song entitled 'Songs of Praise' was greatly enjoyed by a sell-out crowd on Sunday, 10th May as local choir Nire Valley Voices hosted a concert in aid of Church funds. Nire Valley Voices is a new exciting choir directed by well known Musical Director, Marji Maxwell and comprises members from Ballinamult, The Nire,

Ballymacarbry, Newcastle and Clonmel. The concert featured Tipperary Gospel Choir, The Gordonaires, local harpist Clodagh Kelly and Madeleine Doherty renowned harpist and singer. Nire Valley Voices are now rehearsing for their next big gig - appearing on RTE 'Sunday Service' on July 5th 2015.

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ETTING out and about is essential if you re going to blow the cobwebs away and really put the past behind you. The time has come to stop dwelling on the past and move on.

OU may need to seek professional help on a financial or career issue that will come to a head soon. Now is the time to seek advice, not only from friends, but the world at large.

ON T beat around the bush if someone out there has been making you feel uncomfortable of late. It is important for your sake and theirs that you make your feelings known.

F YOU didn t mean what you said then it s important to find a way of apologising that doesn t bruise your ego. In this instance there is no right or wrong, but be brave and say sorry.

ROBLEMS on the work front can be easily solved this week by communication. Standing up for yourself is not unreasonable and you ll feel much better for clearing the air.

O all out to spend more time with your friends this week, as one of them may have some surprising news. This could have repercussions for you, so be prepared.

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AKE it easy this week and relax as you deserve a break from the routines of life which are getting you down a bit at the moment. However, change is now on the horizon.

O OUT and have fun this week as it s important to enjoy life and spend time with your friends, you deserve a rest so take this opportunity to refresh body and soul.

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communicative. Try to draw them out and get November them to confide in you. Don t do the same in the 22nd December 21st workplace, it s best to keep your head down. December 22nd January 19th

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ONG-TERM changes could start to come into effect soon, when your views on certain issues crystallise. Don t lose the opportunity to change things for the better.

EEP up to date with the adventures of a friend, as they could provide welcome light relief from a otherwise stressful week. Try to keep a cool head and you should save yourself hassle.

RIENDS are likely to be less than honest with you this week as you ve been a little touchy of late and so they may be afraid to spell out the truth. Maybe you should be more honest with yourself.

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Opening this week! Seussical The Musical & High School Rock! ATTENTION All Adults!! Teens! Children!! Get your Tickets your in for a treat!! It's almost here...A Family friendly show bring your popcorn and Enjoy.."Seussical The Musical & High School Rock! This Thursday 21st, Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd at 7.30 p.m. and Sunday 24th Matinee 2.30 p.m. The Town Hall Theatre in Dungarvan will be magically transformed into a Colourful Dr. Seuss & Disney musical show packed with songs and theme tunes everyone knows! Come meet Horton the Elephant! Cat in the hat! The Sour Kangaroo & The wonderful cute "Who" people. After the first Act the stage will be transformed to the hip "High School Rock" where Characters from Pitch Perfect, High School Musical & Camp Rock will enter! Encore Stage Academy have a proven track record for delivering great shows and musical entertainment. Catering for all ages from junior infants and upwards the Encore team strive to make sure each child is a star!

Tickets are on sale in David Walsh's Office Supplies, Main Street, Dungarvan They are €10 each or 4 for €36! A very talented and hard working cast await your approval and enjoyment and are eager to please following months of hard work. Don’t miss the chance to sing along to your favourite Dr. Seuss & Disney songs and enjoy a musical with all your favourite Animals & Disney characters like Sharpay & Mitchie! Encore Stage Academy is now taking bookings for our Broadway Buddies Summer Camp July 6th–10th 4 years -Snr infants 10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. (€65) and 1st class – 6th class 10.00 a.m. – 2.30 p.m. (€75) this years camp is based on Broadway's "Shrek", "Aladdin" "Frozen" & "Cinderella" each camper will be dancing, singing, costume & set making! With a mini showcase for parents on the Friday! For further details, contact Aileen Hogan, Encore Stage Academy on 0876299508 or check out our Facebook Page Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy!

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School presents

Disney’s High School Musical DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School will make a welcome return to the stage of the beautiful Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan, for their latest end of term production of Disney’s hugely popular High School Musical from Wednesday, 24th June, to Sunday, 28th June, at 7.30 p.m. nightly and two matinee performances on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th at 2.30 p.m. Following on from their stunning production of Joseph And The Amazing Tehnicolor Dreamcoat in February, the Stage School have been very busy the past few months of their term to ensure that High School Musical will once again be a groundbreaking production from Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school. The school is now in its seventh year and going from strength to strength with each passing term, the hugely talented and hard working students of the school are having great fun at classes this term and are looking forward to hitting the Town Hall Theatre stage in June with their full scale production of Disney’s High School Musical. Once again the Stage Schools Artistic Director / Choreographer David Hennessy along with the Stage Schools Musical

Director / Singing Teacher David Hayes are working their magic and working tirelessly with the students to insure no stone is left unturned to maintain the very high standards set by the school and the students. With stunning stage sets and costumes High School Musical is shaping up to be yet another not to be missed production and tickets will go on sale in the near future at Kelly's Pharmacy, Abbeyside, and 3 Mobile Store, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, and early booking is highly advisable to guarantee your seats at what will once again prove to be the Musical event of the Summer. Disney's High School Musical was the stage school's first production seven years ago and we are delighted to once again bring the show to a new generation of musical theatre lovers and Disney fans. The school is now taking names for our new term that will commence in late August and run until February, classes take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan, and we cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 14 and 15 to 18, no experience is required to join the school as all levels of ability are catered for. If you like to sing, dance, act, or you just like to have

fun and make new friends, then Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School is the place for you. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit our students way and beyond the world of the stage and the rehearsal room. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students from Dungarvan and The West Waterford area can’t be wrong and secure your place for the next term early to guarantee your place. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about end of term productions, our previous productions include Hairspray, Disney's Beauty And The Beast, Grease, Honk, Seussical, Disney's The Little Mermaid, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Addams Family Musical and many more.We will be announcing our next end of term production in the coming weeks. For more information on our production of Disney's High School Musical or to secure your place in our new term simply call Brian or David on 087-2360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have.

Deise Singers Choir before their performance on Thursday night, 7th May.

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Déise Singers summer soiree a resounding success THIS year, our concert was held in Ard Scoil na nDeise school hall on Thursday 7th and Friday, 8th May, 2015, with the Ard Scoil School Choir, Caoimhe Kiely, the Ardmore Choir and our own local soprano Maria Condon with Brian Hughes as our guests. Performances from our guest artists varied from well known musicals including Cats, Mama Mia, South Pacific, Hairspray and Les Miserables to beautiful love songs and operatic arias from the Barber of Seville. The varied programme and talent offered on Thursday night had many coming back for more on Friday night, which was a testament to the hard work put in by everyone involved. The feedback from the audience was fulsome in its praise for the production, and we are most grateful for the accolades bestowed on us!! We would like to thank all of our guest artists who gave sterling performances and made the concert such a

success – Thank you one and all!! A concert of this magnitude does not happen on its own, behind the scenes there were many practice sessions, locating a venue, designing and printing of tickets, flyers, programmes and posters, organising interval refreshments and front of house. A big thank you to all our volunteers who helped out each night, it was much appreciated. Our Chairperson Ann with her committee left nothing to chance with their organisational skills and kept everything on an even keel with the minimum of fuss!! A big Thank You to a great team. Our Musical Director Fiona with our accompanist Elaine deserve every praise, after hours of teaching tedious harmony lines to achieve the high standard expected – nothing less than the best!! The Lincoln Boys Choir from Nebraska in the USA will perform with The Deise Singers on Sunday, June 7th, at 8.00 p.m. in St.

Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore, in aid of the Solas Centre, Waterford. Tickets will be on sale from The Wine Buff, Dungarvan;The Heritage Centre, Lismore, and from Deise Singers choir members at a nominal price of €10. The Lincoln Boys choir consist of 3 organised choral groups, which promote healthy lifetime singing skills through musical performance. The groups are; The Cantare, The Chorale and The Concert Choir. The total choir has 120 boys ranging in ages from 8 to 17, but only 28 will travel to Ireland. The choir have travelled extensively, including New York, Austria and Rome. The Deise Singers are very much looking forward to being part of this performance; also performing on the night will be Daniel Kearney, who will be playing some wonderful pieces, including Bach, Kapustin and Debussy. The Solas Centre in Waterford is one of the

finest buildings in the country and the range of services offered to cancer patients is second to none. Within the calming environment of the centre, one to one therapies, counselling, and a broad range of treatments are available to patients, carers and family members. This wonderful centre is testament to the people of Waterford who fundraised vigorously to achieve their goal, and now they want to promote this facility to all. Please support this very worthy cause and enjoy a night of wonderful music and entertainment!! We would like to wish Elaine, who is Musical Director of the Encore Stage Academy’s production of High School Rock the very best for their performances in the Town Hall Theatre. Wishing Aileen, cast and crew a wonderful time and full houses – Break a Leg Guys!! Dates for your Diary – Sunday, 7th June, St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore.

Two dates for your diary! THURSDAY, 4th June, Dungarvan Drama Club will be holding its Annual General Meeting in The Park Hotel at 8.00 p.m. Tuesday, 9th June, Readings for Tom Murphy's ‘A Crucial Week in the life of a Grocer’s Assistant' will be held in Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre at 7.30 p.m. Director Ruaidhri de Paor is looking for no less than thirteen people

(9 male and 4 female). A classic comedy with characters ranging in age from 19 to 90! Do come along all welcome. For more information contact 086-3244175. The club extends its sincere sympathy to our president Padraigin Ni Chadhla and all the Kiely family on their recent bereavement.

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Royal Opera: La Boheme (Live) Wednesday, 10th June, at 7.15 p.m. A lost key and an accidental touch of cold hands in the dark – so begins one of the greatest romances of all opera. Anna Netrebko and Joseph Calleja star in the live cinema relay. When Rodolfo, a penniless poet, meets Mimi, a seamstress, they fall passionately in love. But their happiness is threatened when Rodolfo learns that Mimi is gravely ill. Rodolfo, painfully aware that he cannot afford the medicine and care Mimi needs, separates from her. At the end of her life Mimi returns to Rodolfo's garret. They ecstatically embrace – but, despite the care of Rodolfo and his friends, Mimi dies. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into La Boheme Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 2nd June. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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THE Pull, the popular comedy show by Liam Horan and John Corless of Half Solid Productions, has been confirmed for the Friary, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on Saturday, May 23rd, at 8.30 p.m. Local hosts on the night will be Stradbally GAA Club. The Pull was written by Mayo writers and actors Horan and Corless, and is currently enjoying a successful 50-night run all over Ireland. The Pull is a lively comedy based on an “unreal real event that may or not have taken place in rural Ireland,” according to Liam. It is set in the fictional town of Ballybore, where, bizarrely, the local GAA club claim to pre-date the foundation of the GAA by some 130 years. “It’s about a GAA club that runs into some financial trouble, but it’s not nearly as big a deal as they think. Basically, Ballybore GAA club are only €1,000 in debt but it feels like €1m to

the main people involved in the club. They set about trying to solve the problem and decide to pull a truck around their home town to raise money and get themselves in the Guinness Book of Records. Chaos ensues and they end up getting in way over their heads”, explained Liam. Instead of the whole club rallying around the event, matters are left ‘to the usual one or two, really just one’. Things don’t really go according to plan – in fact, it might be said that the actual plan itself is not the most convincing document ever produced. In the midst of the panic and the unconventional attempts at fundraising, there are a number of other subplots for the audience to enjoy. The Pull is suitable for all ages. Liam and John are looking forward to bringing the show to the Friary, Dungarvan, on Saturday, May 23rd. “We are touring all over Ireland and

it will be great to stage it in conjunction with Stradbally GAA,” added Liam. The show starts at 8.30 p.m. and admission is €10. Tickets can be purchased from club members and on the door on the night. Paradoxically, the event will double as a fund-raiser for Stradbally GAA, but the authors are keen to emphasise that any similarities between Ballybore and Stradbally clubs are entirely accidental. “Stradbally have been a very prominent club in Waterford GAA over many years. Ballybore can only dream of such glory,” said Liam. Liam is a former Gaelic Games correspondent of the Irish Independent, and creator of the popular Championship Man series on RTE Radio One. John is a well-known poet who has performed a number of readings in this region. For more information, visit www.halfsolid.com

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Laurel & Hardy Double Bill: Sons of the Desert & County Hospital ONE NIGHT ONLY Two timeless classics for all film buffs Only in SGC Cinema On their actual 125th Anniversary Day Tuesday, 16th June, at 8.30 p.m. It's time to introduce the next generation to Laurel and Hardy. To coincide with the 125 year anniversary of Stan Laurel's birth, we’re hosting a fantastic double bill featuring Sons of the Desert (1933) and County Hospital (1932). SONS OF THE DESERT As members of the fraternal organisation Sons of the Desert, the boys are sworn in to attend the annual convention in Chicago, but realise they will need to somehow trick their wives into letting them go. The only way out is to come up with a subterfuge for the wives - and Ollie's plan is to have Stan bring a doctor, and bribe him to pretend Ollie needs convalescence in Honolulu. COUNTY HOSPITAL With nothing else to do, Stan pays banged-up Ollie a visit in the hospital, bringing a gift of some hard-boiled eggs and nuts, which he proceeds to eat himself. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Laurel & Hardy Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 9th June. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

DUNGARVAN Barbercum-Playwright Hank Regan is currently taking Youghal by the scruff of the neck as his self-penned comedy play, God Rest His Soul, undertakes a fivenight run in the town. The play is being performed at Comhaltas Craobh Eochaille’s Brú na Sí, headquarters Magner’s Hill, off Cork Hill, thus providing an ideal, cosy venue in which patrons can more intimately bury themselves in the stage proceedings. Written for an adult cast

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of seven, the play notes that ‘where there’s a will there’s usually a dead relative!’ It revolves around siblings Jim and Mick, whose brother Ned has just died but who are determined not to let his grieving widow Mary Jo sail off with the spoils of the deceased’s estate. It emerges we are told, that Jim and Mick had executed a plan just before Ned’s ‘death’ to ensure a favourable will. The family uncover this dastardly deed but more shocking surprises lie in wait for Jim and Mick as they discover that there were certain things about their brother and his mar-

riage that they had not realised. Deliciously, the story is even based in a true event. God Rest His Soul romps through three days of an average Irish funeral and the subsequent reading of the will. Like all good comedy it has an underlining moral, while exposing hypocrisy, family back stabbing, bickering, human avarice and lusts of all kinds! BROADWAY The play is one of seven thus far written by the award-winning playwright, who has been cutting hair in Dungarvan for almost 50 years. Hank’s plays have

travelled – and are travelling- throughout Ireland and have been staged as far afield as Broadway in New York. The Dungarvan man began God Rest His Soul about six years ago and spent three subsequent years developing. The play is directed by Aidan de Brún. All you have remember is that funeral is an anagram of ‘real fun’! God Rest His Soul – or Ned’s removal if you prefer runs from Tuesday, May 19th, to Saturday 23rd. Doors open 8.15 p.m. Admission €10. Rollick In Peace.

Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition Winners Announced

Final Concert in Nano Nagle Chapel, Carrick-on-Suir WITH more than 120 entries from the four corners of Ireland, and as far away as Canada and Jamaica, this year’s Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition was hotly contested. Now the votes are in, the top three have been

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tition will be revealed on the night. The last three songs standing are ‘Make it Stay’ by Avi McGourty from Templemore, ‘The Truth is not Your Own’ by Jamie Mulrooney from the West coast of Mayo, and ‘Southern Fire’ by Katie

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Catherine discovers community THERE is no doubt that the now annual Darkness into Light Walk in aid of Pieta House is not only one of the most successful events in the district, but also one of the most lucrative fundraising events also. It attracts people of all ages and disciplines and is a true community effort on behalf of one of the most pressing problems in our society today, mental health. Among the 2,700 or so walkers who took part in the event almost two weeks ago were the three young people pictured above. Casey Patmore Maggie Goulden and Catherine Henley decided for a variety of reasons to participate in the walk, contribute to the good cause and collect a very attractive T-Shirt as well. While Maggie and Casey opted to set out with the crowd, Catherine decided to join with the other runners to test her fitness.

Later, they all met up close to the finish for a dawn picnic having brought the necessary supplies with them. As the later runners streamed past, these three relaxed over hot drinks and cake and watched a fair number of the citizens of the world go by. “I thoroughly enjoyed my run,” says Catherine, “I wasn’t sure how fit I was, so it was an achievement for me to have finished at a good pace. I like to run, but I have been out of training because of study.” “I loved the assembly in the Friary before dawn broke and the way that Niamh Briggs and Dan Shanahan spoke before the start. I remember Dan saying about never losing hope, how important life and family is, and to talk, just keep talking when problems might be getting you down.” “We all linked arms at that and I had a friend in one arm and a woman I

never saw before in the other and it was a very pleasant experience. I will always remember the way we came together that night, it was lovely. I really felt at that moment that the community was there for people in need. I had never really got a sense of community before and that is a memory which will live with me forever. “I was amazed at the turnout. I had not expected to see such a crowd, especially at that time of the night.” Catherine is disappointed by the manner in which social media is used to make life unhappy for some young people. Hurtful remarks are posted, young people suffer because they are not able to shrug it off at that young age and it can affect them deeply. They can be asked horrible, personal questions and they are just not able to deal with it. “Much of this is done anonymously from other

sites onto Facebook and can be damaging. You never know what is going on inside some people, they hide their feelings and they can be suffering greatly inside. “Mental illness is not a

physical condition so it is not easy to see, even in those you may be close to.” Catherine will have an opportunity to help young people as she intends to become a

teacher. Her experiences and what she is told by others will help her prepare for the outside world. But she also knows that out there is ‘community’, many good

people who are willing to help. Having discovered it in her Leaving Cert year, she knows that after her experiences on Darkness into Light, community will be part of her life for the future.

Pictured having a dawn picnic at Sallybrook during their Darkness into Light Walk are Casey Patmore and Maggie Goulden with Catherine Henley who ran the 5k course.

Veterans visit Seanachai ANYONE driving through the roads of West

Waterford last Sunday afternoon might have

encountered the magnificent spectacle of a line of Ford Model T cars, resplendent in shining brass, buffed paintwork and immaculate leather seating. The Irish Model T Club were on one of their regular runs, this one organised by Tim Crowley, a founding member of the Club. Their destination was the equally ancient Seanachai Restaurant where they stopped for a leisurely lunch, a rest from the rigours of driving a very basic car and to enjoy the rural ambience and panoramic view of Dungarvan Bay. There was a variety of cars among the twenty or more shining in the sun, some with just black panelling, while others had extensive brass decoration from headlights to radiator, to win-

dow frames. John Vahey from near Macroom had brought his dog along, sitting sedately in the back seat, patiently waiting for the journey to resume and to feel the wind on her face again. “When Henry Ford began to make his Model T car in 1908,” John explained, “it came in a variety of colours, green, red, blue, black. But when he began mass production of the famous car, the colour was standardised as black. Which gave rise to the saying that the buyer could have any colour he liked so long as it is black. John’s car is one of the rarest of the Model Ts. It is a 1910 Tourabout and that model was manufactured only in 1910 and 1911. It does about 25 miles to the gallon, but has a very complicated combination of pedals

and handbrake. When compared to the positioning of the pedals in the modern car, it is vastly different and a push on the pedal which might look like the clutch sends the car hurtling forward. Likewise the handbrake lever is used to access forward gears as well. Hardly surprising that this car necessitated a special licence to drive it in the United States. Of the original 960 cars which were manufactured in his range, only four are left, one in Ireland, one in England and two in America. To John it is priceless, but the market value is whatever someone wishes to pay for it. Some years ago, John had a 1904 Bayard which a man in Lyons, France wanted and came to buy. When it came to

discussing money, he just pulled out a wad of 50 euro notes, started to peel them off and told John to stop him when he had reached a desired figure. Coming up are the Gordon Bennett Classic, an event which was started in 1903 as a ‘neck-breaking race through the countryside and villages of Kildare, Carlow and Laois’. Today, it is a sedate run which attracts entries from all over the world. There are also the Pioneer Run in Dublin and the Brass Brigade Run (Pre 1915) in Dungarvan in September. In between are several local runs and enthusiasts could be out ‘every other week’ if they liked. There are up to seventy Model T’s in the country, forty-seven of which attended the Stradbally, Laois gathering last year. One of those

was Stradbally man, John Hendy who has a Model T Tourer from 1909. Stradbally, he reminds us, is the home of the steam engine and their Annual Steam Rally celebrated half a century of exhibition last year. His car is a right hand drive because it was made in Toronto in Canada, spent time in South Africa where they drive on the right as well, then to England and finally to Ireland. Touring in a magnificent car is a pleasant pastime, almost equally so for the interested passer-by to browse through the line of cars, some of which made their debut more than a century ago. They can also expect to see service for several more decades, especially if cared for lovingly like their present owners.

Vol. 102

Friday, 22nd May, 2015

SPORT

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Pictured is Kevin Moran, Waterford, with his GAA / GPA Opel Player of the Month Award at Croke Park recently. [Piaras Ó Mídheach / SPORTSFILE]

GA A /G PA O p e l P l a ye r o f t h e M o n t h a wa r d f o r Kev i n M o ra n COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND-UP Pages 2, 3 & 4

TWO IN-A-ROW FOR STRADBALLY U-16 LADIES

DENNY BUCKLEY CUP RETURNS TO ITS HOME TOWN

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J. J. .KAVANAGH AND SONS ROUND 2 SHC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Tallow topple Ballyduff in Western derby game Tallow ……………… 2-15; Ballyduff …………… 1-13. EVERY match has its own story and what lingers in the memory in this one is the displays of County minor Jordan Henley and the free scoring Thomas Ryan for Tallow with young Henley coming of age at Senior level and Ryan finishing the hour with a tally of 0-10 (8f), including the score of the match off his hurley in the 29th minute following a trade mark dash into the Ballyduff defence. As anticipated, this local derby saw the rival supporters flock to the Lismore venue with traffic delays outside the grounds and the Board gratefully collecting a gate of €1,895. Having been defeated by Ballygunner the previous week, Ballyduff badly needed the win here and in a clash that was level on nine occasions altogether, they looked like achieving this after 35 minutes when they enjoyed a 1-10 to 1-7 advantage. However, the Reds did not score from play thereafter and not at all from the 47th minute as Tallow finished very strongly to finish up deserving 0-5 winners. Starting at wing back, Jordan Henley’s striking, high catching of the sliotar and his runs into the Ballyduff defence earned him a man of the match performance and he recovered from a serious unsporting knock in the 39th minute to resume normal duty and drive on his team into the winning enclosure. Ballyduff’s best player and one of the game’s better ones was their centre back Shane Kearney but the Reds were over dependant on the youthful Andrew Casey, Kevin Casey and Michael Kearney, the latter from placed balls, to

work the scoreboard. Despite losing by 0-5, the result could have been much closer but for the concession of two goals of the soft variety in the 9th and in the 35th minutes when Ballyduff were hurling well in general play. Tallow won the toss and elected to play with the slight wind at their backs but it was Ballyduff who started the brighter and in a low scoring first eight minutes, a Mikey Kearney pointed free separated the teams. Tallow received a timely boost one minute later when a speculative lob from William Henley ended up in the dressing room goal but almost immediately the Reds regained the initiative when Mikey Kearney executed a one on one penalty after he was fouled on receipt of the sliotar from a Colm Horgan delivery. The see saw nature of this entertaining local derby continued for the remainder of the first half with both teams enjoying the lead on three occasions each and being level five times. The best scores in this period came from Tallow hurleys via Paul O’Brien at the end of the first quarter and Thomas Ryan just before the short whistle. An in form Ryan struck a further 0-3 (2f) in addition to a Rob O’Sullivan ‘65’ and a William Henley white flag for the Bridesiders. For Ballyduff, the pace of Kevin and Andrew Casey resulted in a haul of 0-2 and 0-1 respectively while Eoin Scanlon, Mikey Kearney (f) and Jamie Kearney each chipped in with further points. On the resumption, Ballyduff started the brighter and they were rewarded with points on the board via Mikey

Kearney (f), team captain Stephen Molumphy, from an Eoin Scanlon pass, and a delightful score by Andrew Casey from lar na pairce. At the other end of the field, corner back Shane Hannon made a terrific goal saving block on a Thomas Ryan effort but Tallow enjoyed better fortune in the 35th minute when Evan Sheehan was on hand to finish a Bob McCarthy strike into the country end goal. Level for the sixth time at 1-10 to 2-7, Thomas Ryan and Mikey Kearney increased this stat to nine occasions with an equal share of 0-6 between the 39th and the 49th minute. Tallow introduced four substitutes in the final quarter, Ryan Grey, Rob Beecher, James Murray and Brian McCarthy and team management obviously got it right as the winners outscored the Reds by 0-5 to 0-0 before the long whistle. Thomas Ryan struck 0-3f, Jordan Henley produced a contender for score of the match in the 54th minute as did Paul O’Brien in the penultimate minute of the hour. Forays by Ballyduff into the dressing room goal in the final moments were repelled by the excellent defending of David O’Brien at number 3 for the winners and his colleagues with Ballyduff striking three wide balls on attempts at goal and they were reduced to fourteen men when substitute Cian Leamy was red carded. This derby was a good advert for staging games in the far West as the large attendance and the atmosphere generated could not be guaranteed if Fraher Field hosted the tie. Tallow are an improving

team and they will not fear Fourmilewater, Abbeyside and Ballygunner in their remaining fixtures while on the other hand, Ballyduff, after two consecutive defeats, will have it all to do to make this year’s quarter finals. Tallow’s Top Three: Jordan Henley, Thomas Ryan, Paul O’Brien. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Shane Kearney, Kevin Casey, Andrew Casey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jordan Henley. Number of Scorers: Tallow 6. Ballyduff 6. Scores from Play: Tallow 1-6. Ballyduff 0-7. Frees For: Tallow 17. Ballyduff 14. Wides: Tallow 7. Ballyduff 7. Score of the Match: Tallow’s point both engineered and executed by Thomas Ryan, without catching the sliotar, in the 29th minute. Scorers – Tallow: Thomas Ryan 0-10 (8f), William Henley 1-1, Evan Sheehan 1-0, Paul O’Brien 0-2, Rob O’Sullivan 0-1’65’, Jordan Henley 0-1. Ballyduff: Mikey Kearney 1-6f, Kevin Casey and Andrew Casey 0-2 each, Eoin Scanlon, Jamie Kearney and Stephen Molomphy 0-1 each. Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Mark O’Brien, David O’Brien, Kenneth Kearney; Aidan Kearney, Rob O’Sullivan, Jordan Henley; Kieran Geary, Paul O’Brien; Shane Feeney, Paul Kearney, Bob McCarthy; Evan Sheehan, Thomas Ryan, William Henley. Subs: Jake Beecher (17), Ryan Grey (48), Rob Beecher (53), James Murray (54), Brian McCarthy (56). Ballyduff: Brendan Hannon; Shane Hannon, Tom Molumphy, Jamie Hannon; Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney, Colm Horgan; Seamus Hannon, Jamie Kearney; Eoin Scanlon, Stephen Molumphy, Mikey Kearney; Kevin Casey, Tom Feeney, Andrew Casey. Subs: Cian Leamy (41), Brian Kearney (56), Denis McDonagh (60). Referee: Michael Wadding (Roanmore).

Billy Nolan the hero as Roanmore win City derby Roanmore ………… 0-15; Mount Sion …………0-12. A FLAWLESS display by seventeen year old Billy Nolan was hugely influential in helping Roanmore to their first championship victory over city rivals Mount Sion in over 25 years. In a tense and closely fought encounter it was the sky blue side that showed greater energy, teamwork and enthusiasm for the contest throughout. The opening half finished level 0-8 apiece with both Billy Nolan and Martin F. O’Neill accounting for the bulk of scores from placed balls for their respective sides. Two fine long distance points by Gavin O’Brien

and similar score by Austin Gleeson were some of the scoring highlights from the opening 30 minutes. Three points in a row from Martin F. O’Neill, Stephen Roche and John Dee put Mount Sion ahead 0-11 to 0-8 after 35 minutes and the favourites looked primed for victory. Remarkably Mount Sion didn’t score again till the 57th minute. The winners with Charlie Chester, Eoin Madigan, Daniel Murphy and Gavin O’Brien all outstanding throughout began to reel in their near neighbours. Constant pressure forced Mount Sion into conceding a string of frees with Billy Nolan converting 6 frees in a row,

including 2 from inside his own half, to put Roanmore 0-14 to 0-11 up after 55 minutes. Martin F. O’Neill did point for ‘Sion in the 57th minute but fittingly it was Paul O’Sullivan who hit the final score of the game deep in injury time to copper fasten a famous victory for Roanmore. Scorers – Roanmore: Billy Nolan (0-10f), Gavin O’Brien (0-2), Mark Phelan, Daniel Murphy and Paul O’Sullivan (0-1 each). Mount Sion: Martin F. O’Neill (0-6, 0-4f), Stephen Roche (0-3), Martin O’Neill (0-1f), John Dee (0-1 sideline), Austin Gleeson (01). Roanmore: David Barrett, Charlie Chester, Colm Burke, Tony O’Brien, Ray Connolly,

Frank McGrath, Eddie Carew, Daniel Murphy, Eoin Madigan, Paul O’Sullivan, Eamonn Power, Gavin O’Brien, Billy Nolan, Dale Hayes, Mark Phelan. Subs: Emmet O’Toole for Dale Hayes (24mins), Chris Dempsey for Gavin O’Brien (56 mins). Mount Sion: Ian O’Regan, Michael Gaffney, Stephen O’Neill, Pat Kelly, John Dee, Austin Gleeson, Martin O’Neill, Owen Whelan, Eoin McGrath, Sean Ryan, Stephen Roche, Martin F. O’Neill, Richard Roche, Bill Walsh, Mickey Daykin. Subs: Jordan Broaders for Richard Roche (11 mins), Tony Browne for Sean Ryan (42 mins), Aaron Cody for Owen Whelan (50 mins), Gavin Carroll for Jordan Broaders (57 mins). Referee: Paul Foley (Ballygunner).

Man of the Match Jordan Henley (Tallow) pictured with his aunt Teresa Clynch.

Pictured from left: Tommy O’Sullivan (Linesman), Michael Wadding (Referee), Stephen Molumphy (Ballyduff captain), Mark O’Brien (Tallow captain) and John Condon (Linesman).

Waterford GAA Results J J Kavanagh & Sons J J Kavanagh & Sons Minor Football - Division 1 Knock-Outs: Ballinacourty 2-15; Kilmacthomas 2-5 Gaultier 3-10; The Nire 0-7 JJ Kavanagh & Sons JJ Kavanagh & Sons Minor Football Championship Division 2 Knockout: Brickey Rangers 3-17; Naomh Brid 3-5 Cois Bhride 3-8; Rathgormack 2-10 J J Kavanagh & Sons J J Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship - Group 1: Tallow 2-15; Ballyduff Upper 1-13 Ballygunner 1-14; Fourmilewater 1-7 Abbeyside 2-17; De La Salle 0-20 J J Kavanagh & Sons J J Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship - Group 2: Passage 2-18; Dungarvan 2-12 Roanmore 0-15; Mt. Sion 0-12 Cappoquin Affane 2-16; Lismore 2-15 The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship Grp 1: Abbeyside 3-20; Kilgobnet 1-8 Geraldines 1-16; Tallow 1-13 The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship Grp 2: St Mary's 1-22; Ballyduff Upper 0-11 Colligan 1-25; Fourmilewater 1-10 The Local Bar Western Junior B Hurling Championship Grp 1: Glen Rovers 1-14; Brickey Rangers 1-13 Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 1: Ardmore 1-14; Modeligo 0-17 Ballysaggart 1-18; Shamrocks 1-18 Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 2: An Rinn 4-14; Ballinameela 1-7 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 3-12; Stradbally 0-13 Whites Bar Whites Bar Eastern Intermediate Hurling League Group A: Clonea 2-10; St Saviour's 2-10 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 1: St Saviour's 2-10; Clonea 2-10 Mt. Sion 1-11; Portlaw 0-14 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Gerry

Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 2: Ferrybank 2-15; De La Salle 0-13 Erins Own 3-16; St Molleran's 0-8 Ballygunner 1-11; Micheal MacCraith Tramore 1-7 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs East Junior A Hurling Championship: Clonea 3-14; Mt. Sion 4-11 Fenor 2-14; Ballyduff Lower 0-12 Roanmore 1-13; Bunmahon 1-13 Ballydurn 2-11; Passage 2-9 John J. Murphy John J. Murphy Eastern Junior B Hurling Championship: Butlerstown 0-14; De La Salle 1-8 Ferrybank 2-11; St Molleran's 2-5 Erins Own 5-7; Ballyduff Lower 0-9 Portlaw 1-18; St Saviour's 0-7 County U16 Gaelic Football Division 1 Knockout Waterford Credit Unions De La Salle 3-18; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 1-7 City League U11 Hurling Division 2 Countrystyle Foods: Portlaw 4-7; Slieverue 0-1 Ballyduff Lower W/O St Mary's Juvenile Kilmacow 6-5; Passage 0-3 City League U11 Hurling Division 3 Countrystyle Foods: Ballygunner 8-4; Scared Heart 2-3 Piltown 1-3; De La Salle 1-1 St Saviour's W/O Kilmacthomas City League U12 Hurling Division 1 Countrystyle Foods: Mt. Sion 6-6; Passage 4-2 East U13 Gaelic Football Division 1 & 2 Group 2: St Mary's Juvenile 4-12; Rathgormack 2-1 East U13 Gaelic Football Division 3: Kilmacthomas 5-11; Scared Heart 0-1 St Saviour's 0-0; Tramore 0-0 Tramore 5-5; St Saviour's 4-3 East U14 Gaelic Football Division 1 Knockout: Gaultier 4-9; Ferrybank 1-3 Tramore 4-6; Rathgormack 1-7

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

J. J. .KAVANAGH AND SONS ROUND 2 SHC

Passage well on top in Walsh Park Passage ……………...2-18; Dungarvan ………….. 2-12. DESPITE this Saturday evening game in Walsh Park being level on nine occasions, the same amount as in Lismore the previous night, Passage looked the likely winners throughout and their impressive display was well rewarded with a 0-6 winning margin against a Dungarvan side that didn’t play well. Passage were the hungrier and the sharper team and their alertness and combined play had the Blues on the backfoot throughout. Both teams lost key players through injury, Gavin Crotty for the Blues at the end of the first half and Owen Connors for the winners in the 49th minute. Despite playing against the wind, Passage were on top in general play in the first half and they deservingly led by 1-7 to 1-3 at the end of normal time before a goal and two points from Patrick Curran gave Dungarvan an unexpected 0-1 advantage at the short whistle. The teams were level on five second half occasions, the final time being in the 53rd minute at 1-15 (P) to 2-12 (D) but Passage finished the stronger, scoring an unanswered 1-3, the goal coming courtesy of a mistake in defence in the 62nd minute. Man of the Match in this encounter was undoubtedly Thomas Connors, whose work rate was outstanding and he finished the hour with a deserving 2-5, all from play. He made lots of room for himself throughout the hour and he was the cornerstone of his team’s second win in the championship. Passage looked an improved side on last year and they will fear no

opposition in this group or in the knockout stages. An interesting aside, is that their wing back, Donal Power is a grandson of the legendary Seamus Power of Mount Sion and Waterford fame. Connors opened the scoring after just 40 seconds before Dungarvan worked the scoreboard on three occasions via Kieran Power, Gavin Crotty and a Jamie Nagle free. Passage were fortunate not to have a player sent off in the 12th minute for a pull on the head of Dungarvan’s goalie Darren Duggan as he lay on the ground in a crowded goal area, following which the perpetrator received a yellow card. Owen Connors took centre stage between the 13th and the 16th minutes, striking 0-3 (1f) before Dungarvan’s challenge received a timely boost when Michael Kiely flicked the sliotar into the city end goal from a placed ball delivery by Cormac Curran 1-3 to 0-4. Passage continued to dominate, though, and they opened a 0-4 lead by the 30th minute with a brace of Killian Fitzgerald points, a point from Tommy Connors and a peach of a goal from the same player. In added time, Patrick Curran (f) ended his team’s ten minute barren scoring spell and he then reacted best to a breaking ball among backs and forwards from a Jamie Nagle delivery to score his side’s second goal of the half. A final pointed free by Curran gave the Blues the lead for the third time in the half at 2-5 to 1-7 but Passage were clearly the better side and they proved it after the break. Ciaran Carey levelled the

match for the first of five second half occasions after just 17 seconds and corner forward Brendan Fitzgerald regained the winner’s lead in the 32nd minute. A Patrick Curran pointed free and a score from his brother Cormac from a Ryan Donnelly pass put the Blues back in front before the pendulum swung the way of the winners again by the 42nd minute with a third Killian Fitzgerald point and scores by that man again, Thomas Connors, and Owen Connors, 1-12 to 2-7. Dungarvan seemed to be gathering momentum at the start of the final quarter and three Patrick Curran pointed frees had the sides level at 1-14 to 2-11 with 51 minutes on the clock. Darragh Lyons gave an exhibition of the skill of blocking down on at least seven occasions during the hour and his workrate was an example to his team mates The Blues were over dependant on Curran for their scores, however, whereas, the next four scores by Passage were registered by four different players. Thomas Whitty magnificently struck a line ball over the bar in the 54th minute and, after an interruption on the board from play by Patrick Curran, Pa Walsh, Thomas Connors and substitute Eoin Kelly (f) all pointed to leave the winners in control at the end of normal time at 1-18 to 2-12. Four minutes of added time were announced during which the icing was put on the winner’s win when Eoin Kelly pounced on a mistake in the Dungarvan defence to place Thomas Connors for his second green flag. Passage produced an out-

standing team display here while Dungarvan were not just up to the pace of the game. The Blues face another tough challenge in Round 3 when they take on the high flying Mount Sion, scheduled for June 19th while Passage will be aiming to maintain their winning run in their third match against Lismore. Passage’s Top Three: Thomas Connors, Killian Fitzgerald, Owen Connors. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Kenny Moore, Darragh Lyons, Patrick Curran. Observer’s Man of the Match: Thomas Connors. Number of Scorers: Passage 8. Dungarvan 7. Scores from Play: Passage 2-15. Dungarvan 2-5. Frees For: Passage 12. Dungarvan 14. Wides: Passage 3. Dungarvan 9. Score of the Match: Thomas Connors’ 30th minute goal for Passage. Scorers – Passage: Thomas Connors 2-5, Owen Connors 0-5 (2f), Killian Fitzgerald 0-3, Ciaran Carey, Brendan Fitzgerald, Pa Walsh, Eoin Kelly (f) and Thomas Whitty (lineball) 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Patrick Curran 17 (6f), Michael Kiely 1-0, Kieran Power, Gavin Crotty, Jamie Nagle (f), Cormac Curran and Cathal Curran 0-1 each. Passage: Eddie Lynch; Darragh Lynch, Noel Connors, Jason Flood; Stephen Mason, Jason Roche, Donal Power; Pa Walsh, Killian Fitzgerald; Thomas Whitty, Thomas Connors, Owen Connors; Sean Hogan, Ciaran Carey, Brendan Fitzgerald. Subs: Eoin Kelly (21, 38 and 49). Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Aaron Donnolly, Eoin Healy; Gavin Power, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Kieran Power, Cathal Curran; Darragh Lyons, Cormac Curran, Colm Curran; Michael Kiely, Patrick Curran, Gavin Crotty. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Fraher Field Dungarvan FIXTURES Wednesday, 20th May Minor Football Division 2 County Final at 7.00 p.m. Cois Brid V Brickey Rangers Minor Football Division 1 County Final at 8.15 p.m. Ballinacourty V Gaultier Thursday, 21st May Sargent Cup at 7.30 p.m. Passage V Cappoquin Friday, 22nd May Intermediate Hurling Championship at 7.30 p.m. Shamrocks V Ardmore Saturday, 23rd May Under 16 Football County Finals at 10.30 a.m. Division 3 - Cois Brid V St Saviours at 11.45 a.m. Division 1 Ballinacourty V De la Salle at 2.00 p.m. Division 2 – Tramore V Rathgormack Sunday, 24th May Under 14 Football Western Finals at 10.45 a.m. Division 1 An Gaeltacht V Baile na Cuirte at 12.00 noon Division 3 Stradbally V Ballyduff Upper

TICKET & PROGRAMME BOOTHS Patrons will note some new additions to our facilities at Fraher Field. A new Ticket Booth is now in operation at the main entrance, where patrons may purchase match tickets prior to entering the stiles. It is hoped that this will speed up the process of gaining entry to the field. Also one stile has been allocated for Pass-holders entry only. All pass holders must enter through this stile in order to have their passes scanned. The other addition is a new booth for the sale of programmes, which is situated just inside the main gate. NO PARKING Patrons please refrain from parking in front of Entrances with yellow lines as these are emergency entrances for Ambulances etc., also there is NO PARKING allowed at the main entrances gates. Patrons please refrain from parking in front of private properties adjacent to the Fraher Field as this is causing undue stress for people exiting and entering their properties on Match day.

HEALTH & SAFETY CONCERNS Parents are advised that in the interest of Health & Safety that children are supervised at all times. Also, it is not permitted to have people who are not directly involved with teams encroaching onto the field of play, this is also in accordance with health & safety guidelines. NO SMOKING Patrons are advised to take note that the Stand in Fraher Field has a no smoking policy and spectators are asked to have consideration on other patrons and use the smoking areas in the showground area. Patrons can now avail of the new seating in the smoking area under the Stand. ADVERTISING Please contact paddygcoyne@hotmail.com or phone 087 9804373 FIELD BOOKINGS Please contact gercotter@hotmail.com or phone 087 7568493

Abbeyside's Sean O'Hare in action with De La Salle's Paidi Nevin during Round 2 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling championship at Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

The Villagers are on a roll Abbeyside …………2-17; De La Salle …………0-20. THE local Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty is without doubt the top Senior dual club in the County at present on the results of the first two rounds of both the Football and Hurling Senior Championships. They currently occupy top spot in both codes in their groups after their impressive 0-3 win over city side De La Salle at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening. De La Salle led at the short whistle by 0-11 to 1-7 but the second half belonged to the Village who won this period of time by 1-10 to 0-9. Stephen Cliffe scored 1-8 in total with Patrick Hurney and goalkeeper Sean Daly also making key second half contributions. The teams were level on four first half occasions with Jake Dillon, John Mullane, Brian Phelan and Eddie Barrett prominent on De La Salle’s scoring list while for Abbeyside, Patrick Hurneys long range delivery in the 8th minute went all the way over the goal line for the only major score of the half. Stephen

Cliffe struck 0-4f and other contributions came from the hurleys of Mark Ferncombe, Michael O’Halloran and John Hurney. A brace of Stephen Cliffe pointed frees by the 34th minute levered Abbeyside back into the lead, the young Abbeyside player scored 1-9 (9f) in total and he also struck for the key score of the half when he finished a Patrick Hurney pass to the net in the 35th minute, 2-9 to 0-12. Credit the 2012 champions, they regained the lead by the 43rd minute via 0-3 (1f) by Jake Dillon and 0-1f by Brian Phelan on a scoreline of 0-16 to 2-9. The challenge was now being put up to Seanie O’Brien’s charges and they answered in style by winning the remainder of this very entertaining contest by 0-8 to 0-4. Patrick Hurney was first to stand up and take responsibility for the scoring and he fired over three unanswered points by the end of the third quarter, 2-12 to 0-16. The nearest De La Salle came to the winners was in the 54th minute at 2-14 to 0-19 but three of the remain-

ing four scores were struck by Village hurleys via Gary Hurney (2) and Stephen Cliffe’s final pointed free to give Abbeyside a well deserved second consecutive win and their best start to the championship in six years. Scorers – Abbeyside: Stephen Cliffe 1-8 (8fs), Patrick Hurney 1-3, Gary Hurney 0-2, Sean Daly (f), Michael O’Halloran, John Hurney, Mark Ferncombe 01 each. De La Salle: Jake Dillon 0-8 (5fs), Brian Phelan (4fs), John Mullane 0-4 each, Eddie Barrett 0-2, Eddie Meaney, Paidi Nevin 01 each Abbeyside: Sean Daly; Eoin Bergin, Conor Prunty, Shane O’Donovan; Maurice Power, Sean O’Hare, Evan Collins; David Collins, Richie Foley; Michael O’Halloran, John Hurney, Patrick Hurney; Stephen Cliffe, Gary Hurney, Mark Ferncombe. Subs: Brian Looby, Darragh McGrath. De La Salle: John Coady; Stephen Dalton, Ian Flynn, Shane McNulty; Stephen Daniels, Eoin Madigan, Tom Moran; Brian Phelan, Eddie Barrett; Paudie Nevin, Kevin Moran, Adam Farrell; John Mullane, Jamie Sage, Jake Dillon. Subs: John Kennedy, Eddie Meaney. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Senior Hurling Championship League Tables J J KAVANAGH & SONS SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 p w d l for against diff pts. Ballygunner 2 2 0 0 41 19 22 4 Abbeyside 2 2 0 0 38 33 5 4 Tulach An Iarainn 2 1 1 0 39 34 5 3 De La Salle 2 0 1 1 38 41 -3 1 Fourmilewater 2 0 0 2 23 32 -9 0 Ballyduff Upper 2 0 0 2 25 45 -20 0

J J KAVANAGH & SONS SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 p w d l for against diff pts. Passage 2 2 0 0 35 28 7 4 Mount Sion 2 1 0 1 42 22 20 2 Roanmore 2 1 0 1 25 23 2 2 Dún Garbhan 2 1 0 1 31 34 -3 2 Cappoquin Affane 2 1 0 1 29 51 -22 2 Lismore 2 0 0 2 31 35 -4 0

J. J. .KAVANAGH AND SONS ROUND 2 SHC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Paul Murray’s point clinches derby win for Cappoquin Cappoquin …………. 2-16; Lismore …………….. 2-15. NEWLY promoted Cappoquin gained their first Senior Championship win in the most exciting of ways at Ballyduff last Sunday evening. This was the final Senior match of the weekend and it followed the trend of unexpected results which has thrown this group wide open after two rounds of play. Having trailed at the short whistle by 1-11 to 1-6, the Cornerstone club won the second moiety by 1-10 to 1-4 to deservingly take the honours against a Lismore team that now, surprisingly, find themselves rooted at the bottom of the championship table. For the second time last weekend, this fixture proved the value of staging derby games at local venues as the fixture arrangements by the Ballyduff club, the atmostphere and the large attendance all added to a memorable encounter between the Cappoquin and Lismore clubs. Whatever happens in the future, the clocks can’t be turned back for this one and it’s a terrible pity that all the Cappoquin players from last year were not available to enjoy this victory, gained against all the odds but truly well deserved by a bunch of players that just would not accept defeat. Lismore will be very disappointed with their poor start to this year’s championship as, for all of the first half, they looked to be coasting into the winner’s enclosure. The loss

of Maurice Shanahan in the 29th minute to a worrying leg injury was, of course, a blow to their winning ambitions but the County star had not scored from play up to his departure and his absence from the field of play on the restart can’t take away from the Munster Intermediate Champions victory. Hopefully, Maurice’s injury is more temporary than long term, as he is needed more than ever now in the club and County set-up. The match seemed destined to end on level terms when Ray Barry fired over an equalising score in the 59th minute but, man of the match, Paul Murray took centre stage when he struck the sliotar over the dressing rooms end crossbar at the end of normal time to give his team the lead in the second moiety for the fourth and most importantly final occasion. In a Man of the Match performance Murray was in the engine room of the Cappoquin comeback as he led the second half charge and it was fitting that is was his score that decided the game. Lismore truly looked to be coasting to victory throughout the first half, prompted by a Jack Prendergast goal after just five minutes from a Dan Shanahan set-up after Lismore had availed of a slip up in the winner’s defence. John Prendergast was lording the play and he struck three first half points and he was supported on the scoreboard by Dan Shanahan, 0-2 and from placed balls by

Maurice, 0-3 (2f,1’65’), Ray Barry 0-2 (1f, 1’65’) and a point from play by County minor Jack Prendergast. Cappoquin were struggling to keep in touch with the favourites and by the 25th minute, they trailed by 0-8 at 1-10 to 0-5. Three pointed frees by Shane O’Rourke and scores from play by Pa Greene and the impressive Aaron O’Sullivan was their only return until they received the original morale boosting score when O’Sullivan placed Andy Molumby for a peach of a goal in the 27th minute. Having been under the cosh throughout all of the first half, the Cornerstone players regrouped during the interval, somewhat in touch at 0-5 in arrears. Lismore shot nine first half wides and this came back to haunt them when play resumed as they couldn’t stem the Cappoquin revival. The winners found it easier to work the scoreboard in this period and by the 39th minute, they had reduced the deficit to 0-2 at 1-13 to 1-11, courtesy of scores by Shane O’Rourke (0-3, 1f), Aaron O’Sullivan and Shane Coughlan. Their challenge really hit the centre spot one minute later when Killian O’Sullivan scrambled home a goal in a crowded square to give Ger Manley’s charges the lead for the first time at 2-11 to 1-13. Credit Lismore, they responded with a Ray Barry equaliser at the end of the third quarter after five minutes of no match score, 1-14 to

Referee Michael O’Brien pictured with captains Stephen O’Keeffe (Lismore) (left) and Keith Landers (Cappoquin). 2-11 but proof that Cappoquin’s resurgence was permanent was provided by Aaron O’Sullivan’s score of the match in the 47th minute followed by an Andy Molumby white flag. A number of Lismore wides at this stage didn’t help their cause but Dan Shanahan shot his team back into the lead momentarily in the 49th minute when he finished a Paudie Prendergast delivery to the country end goal at the second attempt, 2-14 to 2-13, providing another question for Cappoquin to answer. Well, they were good at answering pertinent questions on the night and after three further minutes, Shane O’Rourke, from play, levelled the match for the second

Gaelic Jottings

Senior hurlers off to camp THE County Senior hurlers travelled to Kildare on Tuesday for a six day training camp in preparation for the forthcoming Munster Championship.The Déise have been the team of the year so far in 2015. They were full value for their league title win, though the loss of Pauric Mahony for the championship is a

huge setback. The Ballygunner clubman bagged 1-90 for his county during the spring. Boss Derek McGrath has assembled a squad that is full of enthusiasm and work hard for each other. Much comment has focused on the side’s ability to curb the opposition threat, though they still managed 9-

113 in their five regulation games in 1B. Waterford will hope that they haven’t peaked too soon, and if they can get over the loss of Mahony, they can have a long summer. Dungarvan player Patrick Curran joined the panel last Sunday on completion of his college exams in UCC.

McLoughlin Injury CORK'S hurlers have suffered another setback ahead of their Munster SHC opener against Waterford after Lorcan McLoughlin suffered a dislocated shoulder in a club game on Sunday night. Depending on the severity of the injury, it could take the Kanturk man a

number of months to recover. A spokesman for Cork GAA said that McLoughlin will be out for the "foreseeable future" and he will see a surgeon later in the week to attain a full diagnosis. Cork are already without another defender, Chris Joyce, for the match on

Scór Na Seachtaine ABBEYSIDE’S 35th minute goal in their Senior hurling championship game v De La Salle in the Fraher Field last Saturday evening, engineered by Patrick Hurney and executed by Stephen Cliffe.

7th June. Joyce tore his cruciate ligament against Dublin back in March. The news will come as another blow for manager Jimmy Barry-Murphy ahead of the match as his team try to recover from their league final defeat to Waterford.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Flynn family, Abbeyside and Martin Whelan, Dungarvan on the death of Josephine Flynn last weekend.

occasion. The winners won a free in their own half in the 54th minute and when it was brought forward for dissent, Shane O’Rourke struck a mighty point from the centre of the field to regain the lead. From the 55th minute, Lismore had two opportunities to draw level before Ray Barry did just that from play in the penultimate minute of normal time. In a game that seemed destined for a draw at this point, there was one further twist and Paul Murray’s score from a pass by sub Evan McGrath, deservingly gave his side a treasured championship win. Next up for Cappoquin is their third round clash with Roanmore while Lismore will face Passage with both

games scheduled for June 19th. Cappoquin’s Top Three: Paul Murray, Shane O’Rourke, Aaron O Sullivan. Lismore’s Top Three: John Prendergast, Dan Shanahan, Ray Barry. Observer’s Man of the Match: Paul Murray. Number of Scorers: Cappoquin 6. Lismore 6. Scores from Play: Cappoquin 2-9. Lismore 2-10. Score of the Match: Aaron O’Sullivan’s 46th minute point. Frees For: Cappoquin 10. Lismore 11. Wides: Cappoquin 4. Lismore 14. Cappoquin: Shane O’Rourke 0-9 (7f), Andy Molumby 1-1, Killian O’Sullivan 1-0, Aaron O’Sullivan 0-3, Pa Greene, Shane Coughlan and Paul Murray 0-1 each. Lismore: Dan Shanahan 1-2, John Prendergast 0-4, Jack

Prendergast 1-1, Ray Barry 0-4 (1f, 1’65’), Maurice Shanahan 0-3 (2f, 1’65’), David Prendergast 0-1. Cappoquin: Donal O’Rourke; Pat Morrissey, Colm Looby, Damien McCarthy; David Cahillane, Timmy Looby, Shane Murray; Keith Landers, Pa Greene; Shane O’Rourke, Paul Murray, Andy Molumby; Aaron O’Sullivan, Killian O’Sullivan, Shane Coughlan. Subs: P. J. Curran (8), Evan McGrath (53), Tommy McCarthy (60). Lismore: Seanie Barry; Aaron Whelan, Paul Fennessy, Micheal Fitzgerald; Stevie Barry, Stephen O’Keeffe, Paudie Prendergast; Ray Barry, Anthony McClone; John Prendergast, Maurice Shanahan, Jordan Shanahan; David Prendergast, Dan Shanahan, Jack Prendergast. Subs: Brian Bennett (29), Pat Hennessy (42). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Ballygunner wins again Ballygunner …………1-14; Fourmilewater ……….. 1-7. DESPITE a good start, where they registered 1-1 inside two minutes, Fourmilewater's challenge gradually petered away and Ballygunner were deserving winners in Fraher Field, thus inflicting the second defeat on Fourmilewater, whose margin for error is small at this stage, if they wish to reach the knockout stages. Ballygunner, still reeling from the loss of their talisman Pauric Mahony, were considerably below par here but they still had too much for the Western team. Fourmile had an ideal start, and Conor Gleeson scored a goal and a point, his goal coming when he slipped in between Stephen O'Keeffe and Barry Coughlan. With Pauric Mahony out of bounds, Stephen Power is on freetaking duty for Ballyguunner and he converted the first of his seven in the 3rd minute to get them off the mark. Craig Guiry replied for Fourmilewater but the

next four scores came from the champions- three further Stephen Power frees and a J J Hutchinson point from play. Liam Lawlor slotted over a brace of frees, with Barry O'Sullivan replying but the hammer bow came just before halftime when Stephen Power received the ball, turned quickly and slammed it past Kenny Brazila bad time to concede a major. Somewhat improbably, they led at the interval by two points, 1-7 to 1-5. The champions added three rapid points on the resumption in an attempt to copperfasten victory here but their scoring dried up considerably from then on. Unfortunately, for Fourmilewater, they could only add two points in the second half, one from Craig Guiry and the other from Seamus Lawlor. Stephen Power converted a further three frees and with Barry O'Sullivan, J J Hutchinson and centre-back David O'Sullivan also chipping in

with points, they won this game without ever being over extended. Fourmilewater: Kenny Brazil, Dermot Ryan, Thomas O'Gorman, Darren Guiry, Shane Ryan, Brian Wall, Shane Lawlor, Seamus Lawlor (0-1), Craig Guiry (02), Michael O'Gorman, Liam Lawlor (02 fs), Shane Walsh (0-2), Conor Gleeson (1-2), Gearoid Hearne, Jamie Barron. Sub: Diarmuid Wall for Hearne. Ballygunner: Stephen O'Keeffe, Robbie Cunningham, Barry Coughlan, Ian Kenny, Shane O'Sullivan, David O'Sullivan (0-1), Philip Mahony, Harley Barnes, Gary Molloy, Barry O'Sullivan (0-2), J. J. Hutchinson (0-3), David Walsh (0-1), Conor Power (0-1), Stephen Power (1-7, 0-7fs), Brian O'Sullivan. Subs: Eddie Hayden for Cunningham, Peter Hogan for Hutchinson. Réiteoir: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

LOCAL BAR JUNIOR PEMIER WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2

Another big win for Abbeyside’s junior hurlers Abbeyside …………. 3-20; Kilgobinet ………….... 1-8. FOR the second week in a row, Abbeyside recorded a big match score and in doing so proved too strong for Kilgobinet at Bushy Park last Sunday afternoon. Mark Fives was their top scorer with a tally of 0-9 while their goals were scored by John O’Riordan, Laurence

Hurney, 1-4 and Jason O’Brien,1-1. Other Village players to work the scoreboard included Eoin Enright, 0-2, David Ferncombe and John Power 0-2 each. Abbeyside’s real test will be when they play one of the Junior club’S first teams later in the championship. Kilgobinet scorers:

Tomas Fahey 0-7, 4 frees, 3 play; John Fennell 1-0; Paudie Fahey 0-1. Abbeyside: Laurence Power; Shane O’Gorman, Diarmuid Henley, Mikey Coleman; Stephen O’Connor, Shane Briggs, Patrick Lynch; David Ferncombe, Colm Kindregan; Eoin Enright, Mark Fives, John Power; Jason O’Brien, Laurence

Hurney, John O’Riordan. Kilgobinet: James Fennell; Jimmy Cullinane, Martin Curran, Mark Dunford; J. J. Fitzgerald, Paudie Fahey, Paul Walsh; Tomas Fahey, John Cass; Kevin Dunphy, Tommy Cullinane, Johnny Murphy; Stephen Coffey, Johnny Faulkner, John Fennell.

Tom Cronin, Chairman Western Bord na nÓg presenting the trophy for the Western u-14 Div. 2 championship final to Brickey Rangers captain Jack Lombard. [Rory Wyley]

Three point win for Geraldines Geraldines ……………1-16; Tallow …………………1-13. PLAYED in Lismore last Sunday afternoon, this was a good standard of hurling, competitive from start to finish and played in a manly spirit. Tallow probably had the edge in hurling finesse but the Geraldines lacked nothing in this department either. They were well prepared, fitter and finished strongly to deservedly clinch victory by 0-3. They had a championship game under their belt following their comprehensive win over Kilgobnet the previous week end and it stood to them.

Tallow on the other hand were a little ring rusty and they faded near the end of the game after battling very well throughout. Tallow hurled well in the first half and weren’t flattered by a 0-2 lead at half-time. Geraldines held their composure throughout the opening half against the light wind and stayed in touch. Will Curley converted 0-5 from frees/65s. Donnchadh Mulcahy had a single effort while Jake Neville had 0-3 points from play, all good but one in particular was special, crafted from a tight angle, under pressure close to the

line. As they say ‘twas touch and go for the opening quarter of round 2 – Tallow kept the lead intact but Geraldines were piling on the pressure. A Geraldines goal 16 minutes into the second half turned the game. Jake Neville got the final touch for a Tallow goal shortly after but the tide had turned. Tallow backs came under increasing pressure as Na Gearaltaigh sustained their assault and they finished out the game with four unanswered points. Geraldines: Eric Kenefick; Johnny Healy, Stephen

Fitzgerald, Jamie Landers; Richie Fitzgerald, Jerome Maher, Stevie Hally; Ray Connery, Stephen Keane (0-1); Matty O’Brien, Eamon Mernin (0-1), Stephen Kenefick (1-0); Mark Lynch, Ger O’Donovan (0-11, Kieran Mernin. Subs: Aidan Dwyer (0-3), Brendan Dwyer. Tallow: J. P. Grey, S. Pratt, J. Tobin, W. Hogan, E. Hickey, T. McGrath, P. O’Mahoney, W. Curley (0-8, 7f, 1 65), S. Tobin, J. Neville (1-4), D. Mulcahy (0-1), Dylan Mangan, J. Power, M. Curley, B. Buckley, D. Tobin, N. Condon, K. Fraser, M. Tobin, A. Buckley.

Colligan drive on in second half Colligan ……………... 1-25; Fourmilewater ……….1-10. LAST year’s Western finalists, Colligan won their first championship game at Bushy Park last Sunday afternoon with a comprehensive win over Fourmilewater’s second string. Fourmilewater lost two of the team, Gearoid Hearn and Diarmuid Murphy that defeated Dungarvan the previous week and so, as expected, they faced a tough ordeal here. Fourmilewater were in the game early on and had

scores through Dylan Guiry and J. P. Fitzgerald. Colligan managed to get to grips with the game and had points from Gavin Whelan, and Johnny Wall (play and frees) J. P. Fitzgerald scramble up a goal for Fourmile' to keep them in touch, with Mark Flynn netting Colligan's goal following a fine team move. Colligan kept the scoreboard ticking over in second half and hit points at ease to give them their first win of the campaign, and make up for

last week's disappointing showing against St. Mary's. Once again, Johnny Wall was their leading scorer with a tally of 0-10 while Gavin Whelan had one of his best games in the black and amber jersey, firing over a half a dozen points from play. Colligan: Dean McKenna, Mike McGrath, Alan Walsh, Ray Bannon, Darren Dunford, John Morrissey, P. J. Coffey, Colin Dunford (0-4), Mark Flynn (1-3), Johnny Wall (0-10), John Nick Fennell (0-1), Ross Browne (0-1), Gavin Whelan (0-6),

Tom Kiely, Sean Browne. Subs: Stephen McGrath, John Flynn, Johnny Kiely, Jason Dunford. Sub: Pa McGrath. Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan; Jake Mulcahy, Sean McGrath, Conal Mulcahy; Oliver O'Gorman, Aidan Condon, Johnny Hannigan; Liam Cooney, Dylan Guiry; Eamonn Wall, David O’Gorman James McGrath; David Prendergast, JP Fitzgerald, Sean Ryan. Referee: Joe Salmon (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Mike Kearns points the way St. Mary’s ……………1-22; Ballyduff ……………0-11. LAST year’s Western Senior Attached champions, Ballyduff were short key player Eoin Scanlon, who has progressed to Senior ranks, but, one way or another, St. Mary’s were too strong for them in this second round game, played in Colligan last Sunday afternoon. St. Mary’s now occupy top spot in Group 2 on their own following another high scoring tally, following on from their local derby win against Colligan the previous week. Mike Kearns was again the main man in this game, scoring a variety of eleven points and he was well supported by such as Kevin Sheehan, 0-4, Kieran Barron, 1-1 with his second cham-

pionship goal and Sean Fitzpatrick, 0-2. Ballyduff supplied seven different scorers themselves with Michael Drislane recording 0-3 (1f), John Twomey, 0-2 and David Walsh, 0-2 (1f). St. Marys: J. P. Fitzpatrick, Ronan Gleeson, Tom Tobin, John Queally, Dermot Tobin, Denis Coffey, Owen Barron, David Whelan, Sean Fitzpatrick 0-2, Cormac Condon, Eoin Kearns 0-1, Mike Kearns 0-11 (9f,1’65’), Jason Sheehan 0-1, Kieran Barron 1-1, Kevin Sheehan 0-4. Subs. Stephen Coffey 0-1 for David Whelan, John Ahearne for John Queally, Jack Power for Owen Barron, Jonathan Carroll 0-1 for Cormac Condon, Aiden

Fitzpatrick for Kieran Barron. Ballyduff: Conor Sheehan, Bill Keane, Aidan Feeney, Conor Hannon, Maurice McNamara 0-1, Gerard Feeney, Oisin Hickey, John Twomey 0-2, Seamus Mills 0-1, Jack Daly, Michael Drislane 0-3 (1f), Tommy Feeney 0-1, Colin Keane 0-1, David Walsh 0-2 (1f), Kenneth Geary. Subs. Mike Ahearne for Kenneth Geary, Mike Hannigan for Tommy Feeney, Tomas McDonagh for Jack Daly, Gerry O'Donovan for Maurice McNamara (Blood injury). Both teams finished with 14 players each after Aidan Feeney Ballyduff and Sean Fitzpatrick St. Marys both picked up second yellows. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

League Table The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship Grp 1 p w d l For Against Diff Abbeyside 2 2 0 0 60 23 37 Geraldines 2 2 0 0 43 22 21 Tallow 1 0 0 1 16 19 -3 Lismore 1 0 0 1 12 31 -19 Kilgobnet 2 0 0 2 17 53 -36

Pts 4 4 0 0 0

League Table The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship Grp 2 p w d l For Against Diff St Mary's 2 2 0 0 51 28 23 Colligan 2 1 0 1 45 39 6 Fourmilewater 2 1 0 1 35 40 -5 Dungarvan 1 0 0 1 12 22 -10 Ballyduff Upper 1 0 0 1 11 25 -14

Pts 4 2 2 0 0

The Gold Coast is attracting more and more county teams

Wexford Senior Hurling 2015, May Training Camp at the Gold Coast.

THIS weekend saw Liam Dunne and his backroom team including Waterford man Peter Kirwan with the Wexford Senior Hurlers arrive to Dungarvan. The group of thirty eight stayed in Lodges on the Gold Coast Holiday, Golf & Sports Resort. Friday night saw a well organised session on the Gold Coast Sports Training Pitch. The team headed to Mallow from their training based on Saturday afternoon where they were narrowly beaten by Galway on a goal difference. The team worked to a well organised and exacting schedule. Beach and sea training on the coastline cou-

pled with the Team Briefing facility on the Gold Coast made for a full off pitch agenda. “The pitch and in particular the sod is one of the best that we have encountered and certainly makes training more enjoyable and rewarding” stated Mr. Dunne The Gold Coast is quickly becoming the venue of choice for many of the county teams from throughout the country to its now renowned Training Facility. The Gold Coast, Holiday, Golf & Sports Resort is looking forward to hosting Galway and the Wexford Senior Footballers over the coming weeks.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta Comhairle na Mumhan AR ocáid forghartha craobh Peile agus Iomána na Mumhan i gCaisleán na Carraige Duibhe, sheol Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Mumhan, Roibeard McGearailt an tSeaca, Scéim Scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta an Chomhairle. Tá an scéim seo i gcomhpháirtíocht leis na Boird Chontaetha agus na Coláistí Gaeilge. Bronnfar scoláireachtaí ar dhéagóirí, idir bhuachaillí agus chailíní, chun freastal ar chúrsaí Gaeilge trí seachtaine sa Ghaeltacht ina gcuirtear béim ar scileanna peile is iománaíochta. Bíonn na cúrsaí seo á reáchtáil ag Coláistí Chorca Dhuibhne i gCiarraí Thiar, Coláiste na Rinne i gContae Phort Láirge agus Coláiste na Mumhan i mBéal Átha an Ghaorthaidh i gCorcaigh. Tá feachtais éagsula curtha ar bun againn i CLG chun usáid na Gaeilge a leathnú i measc ar mbaill sna Chlubanna. Tá tacaíocht a tabhairt again leis do muinteoirí agus scoileanna chun usáid na Gaeilge a chur chun cinn i measc na ndaoine óga. Gan rannpháirtiocht na muinteoirí agus na macléinn ní bheidh an lá linn. Is mar cuid don bhfeachtas seo a bhronnamar na scoláireachtaí seo. Thug an Chomhairle 356 scoláireacht do bhuachaillí agus do chailíní chun freastal ar na cúrsaí seo anuraidh agus bhí Comhairle na Mumhan thar a bheith sásta leis an slí a reáchtáladh na cúrsaí agus bhí breis forbartha ar na cluichí. Thar ceann Coláistí Chorca Dhuibhne thug Roibeard MacGearailt cabhair le scileanna peile agus Eamonn MacMuiris cabhair le scileanna iománaíochta a fhorbairt. Bhí searmanas chun an fáinne agus teastas a bhronnadh ar na mic léinn a d’fhreastal ar chúrsa speisialta i gColáistí Chorca Dhuibhne i mí Lúnasa. I láthair don ócáid bhí an tUachtarán tofa Aogán Ó Fearghail, Cathaoirleach Chomhairle na Mumhan, Oifigigh Bhord an Chontae i gCiarraí, Cigirí ón Roinn Ealaíon, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta, Cigirí ón Roinn Oideachais agus foireann Choláistí Chorca Dhuibhne. Bhí cúrsa i bhforbhairt scileanna na gcluichí i gColáiste na Rinne i dteaca le coiste chontae Port Láirge agus bhronn Oifigigh Bhord an Chontae i bPort Láirge teastaisí. Tá Coiste Cultúrtha Chomhairle na Mumhan i bhfeighil na scéime seo agus tá dlúth cheangal ag an gCoiste Cultúrtha leis na Coláistí. Meabhraíonn sé dúinn an tábhacht atá leis an nGaeilge mar theanga labhartha i measc na ndaoine. Tá na daoine óga seo chun tréimhse a chaitheamh i measc na ndaoine arb’ í an Ghaeilge a ngnáth meán cumarsáide laethúil; uaireanta déanaimid dearmad go bhfuil saibhreas agus oidhreacht chultúrtha mar seo i mbéal dorais againn. Is í an aos óg a chinnteoidh go mbeidh ár dteanga féin slán agus is trí chomhoibriú agus trí chomhar i measc eagrais mar Chumann Lúthchleas Gael, an Stát, múinteoirí scoileanna, na meáin, coláistí Samhraidh agus an pobal i gcoitinne a thabharfar an spreagadh seo dóibh in úsáid a dteanga féin. Gura fada buan í inár measc. Derry Ó Murchú, Rúnaí, Coist Culturtha na Mumhan

The victorious Stradbally U-16 ladies team who defeated Dungarvan in the final played in Kilmacthomas last Sunday. The score was Stradbally 2-06; Dungarvan 0-11.

Ladies U-16 A County Final

Two in-a-row for Stradbally U-16 Ladies THE ladies U-16 A County Final took place in Kilmacthomas last Sunday, May 17th. It was the meeting of old rivals Stradbally and Dungarvan. Stradbally started the stronger side,

playing with a strong breeze. Goals from Chloe Fennell, two points from Maggie Boylan and another great point from Anna Shaw Hamilton. Half-time score; 2-3 to Stradbally and 2 points

Stradbally's Rachael McGuckian being presented with the U-16 Cup by Edel Curry after beating Dungarvan in the final played in Kilmacthomas last Sunday.

to Dungarvan. The second half was a different story. Dungarvan came back very strong scoring seven unanswered points, some fantastic free taking by Kaesha Tobin (Dungarvan).

But the Stradbally defence didn't give up, with great performances from Emily Keane, Kate Heffernan, the two McGuckians, Rachel and Sheena and the two Mullaneys Aisling and Sarah,

with tireless running from Jade Queally and Roisin Dunphy in the midfield positions. It was a very tight game in the second half with neither teams giving up, with great

displays from both sides but Stradbally held out for a one point win in the end that was scored by Ellen Boylan. There were jubilant scenes after the final whistle.

Proud Parents. Freddie and Esther McGuckian with their two daughters Rachael (captain) and Sheena after beating Dungarvan in the U-16 final played in Kilmacthomas.

LOCAL BAR JUNIOR ‘B’ WESTERN HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Michael Crowley strikes the winner for Glen Rovers Glen Rovers …………1-14; Brickeys Rangers …1-13. LAST year’s Western semi finalists Glen Rovers took both championship points away from the Colligan venue last Saturday evening after a thrilling 0-1 victory over Brickey Rangers. This was an entertaining and well contested game played in Colligan last Saturday evening and Brickeys held a slight advantage at half time on a score of 1-5 to 0-6. Dairmuid Tobin scored the Brickey goal with a cracking shot to the roof of the net after a great run in from the wing.

David Ryan, and Michael Gee, along with Conor Walsh from frees, were Brickeys main scorers before the break. Michael Crowley kept Glen Rovers in touch with some well taken points both from play and frees and they also had a good point from play by Shane Ormonde Brickey's held the lead for the majority of second half with scores through Conor Walsh and William Barron. Glen Rovers had a point through super sub Michael Morris along with a couple of pointed frees from the impressive Michael Crowley.

A Michael Morris goal five minutes from the end levelled up proceedings, Glen Rover’s hit the front through Michael Crowley, with Conor Walsh equalising for Brickey's with a pointed free. The drama wasn't finished there as Glen Rovers Michael Crowley pointed a 61st minute free from the half-way line to give the Melleray outfit a hard earned yet deserved win over a Brickey's side who showed have closed out the game. Glen Rovers: Edward Byrne, Gary O'Connor, Philip O'Rourke, Shane Coughlan, Kevin

O'Rourke, Brian Hennessy, Craig O'Shea, Ciaran Flynn, Mark Montayne, Shane Ormonde, Raymond McGlone, Michael Crowley, Dean Coleman, John Begley, Mikey Bray. Subs: Michael Morris, Patrick Cummins. Brickey Rangers: Cian O'Halloran, Kevin McCarthy, Darren Cooney, Darragh O'Grady, Raymond Landers, Sam Keoghan, William Barron, Dairmud Tobin, David Ryan, Tadhg Tobin, Michael Gee, Conor Walsh, Paul Veale, Olan Casey, Jordan Veale-Whelan. Subs: Laurence Houlihan, Martin Houlihan. Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan)

LEAGUE TABLE THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR B HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 p

for

against

diff

pts

Modeligo 1 1 0 0 10 7 3 2 An Rinn 1 1 0 0 24 23 1 2 Glen Rovers 1 1 0 0 17 16 1 2 Abbeyside 1 0 0 1 23 24 -1 0 Brickey Rgs 1 0 0 1 16 17 -1 0 Geraldines 1 0 0 1 7 10 -3 0 LEAGUE TABLE THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR B HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 Cappoquin Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Shamrocks Ballysaggart Ballinameela

1 1 0 1 1

1 1 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 1 1

for

24 19 0 11 9

against

diff

9 11 0 19 24

15 8 0 -8 -15

pts

2 2 0 0 0

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

LISMORE CAMOGIE CLUB

The Denny Buckley Cup returns to its home town THE PREMIUM BUTCHERS SENIOR LEAGUE Lismore ………………1-10; Cappoquin …………… 0-9. LISMORE and Cappoquin served up a very entertaining game in the local Derby as both sides played in Tallow GAA Field on Saturday night last, May 16th in The Premium Butcher Senior League final. Lismore who were all out to recapture The Denny Buckley Cup after a years absence as St. Anne’s had claimed it from them in 2014. The Denny Buckley Cup is of great sentimental value to Lismore as the family of the late Denny Buckley had donated the senior League Cup four years ago and Denny’s daughter Laura is a player on the Lismore team. Throw-in for the game was at six o’clock in Tallow GAA field and conditions perfect for a great game of camogie. From the throw-in both teams were determined to get the first score of the game and it was Cappoquin who scored the first point courtesy of Aisling Power from a free two minutes into the game. The Lismore girls gathered momentum and two minutes later a point from Nicola Morrissey from play gave the Lismore girls confidence and in the next ten minutes three points for the black and amber side was scored from play from Laura Buckley, Aoife Hannon and Nicola Morrissey. Caitriona McGlone who was a threat on the Cappoquin back line and was putting the Cappoquin backs

under severe pressure. A ball that was caught by youngster Emma Power which she lobbed into the awaiting McGlone in which she made no mistake and headed straight for goal and hit the back of the Cappoquin net. Score with fifteen minutes gone was Lismore 1-4; Cappoquin 0-1. Cappoquin’s Lorraine Bray scored their second point of the half on the nineteenth minute but was counteracted a minute later when Aoife Hannon scored for Lismore her second point of the day. Lismore were on top and Cappoquin found it hard to contain the Lismore pressure. Aoife Hannon pointed from a free on the twenty third minute and Cappoquin’s Carole McCarthy pointed on the twenty fifth from a free to give Cappoquin their third point of the day. Lismore finished the half with two more points courtesy of Caithriona McGlone and Aoife Hannon. Half-time score Lismore 1-8; Cappoquin 0-3. The second half began and it was Cappoquin who proved to be the strongest in this half keeping Lismore to a 0-2 score in this half. Caithriona McGlone was called ashore for the second half as she was carrying a hamstring injury and was replaced by Ruth Geoghegan. Cappoquin’s Aisling Power once again opened the half with a point from play on the thirty third minute and duly converted a free on the thirty sixth minute. Cappoquin were on top in this half and

put the Lismore back line under pressure, causing them to foul the speedy Cappoquin forwards in their advancements to the Lismore goalmouth. Carole McCarthy and Aisling Power converted four points between them in the next fifteen minutes. With five minutes remaining the score read Lismore 1-8; Cappoquin 0-9, things looked very dangerous for Lismore who badly needed a score. This did come on the twenty sixth minute when Ruth Geoghegan grabbed the ball in the air and put it over to put three points between the sides. Cappoquin kept putting pressure on the Lismore side, but Lismore's determination did not relent to the pressure and held Cappoquin scoreless for the remaining minutes of the game with Aoife Hannon get-

FIXTURES Friday, 22nd May Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling: Shamrocks V Ardmore at Fraher Field 7.30 pm

Local Bar Junior B Hurling: Glen Rovers V Abbeyside at Bushy Park 7.30 pm Saturday, 23rd May Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: Colligan V Ballinameela at Colligan 7.30 pm Brickey Rangers V Geraldines at Bushy Park 7.30 pm Local bar Junior B Hurling: Ballysaggart V Shamrocks at Lismore 7.30 pm Sunday, 24th May Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V St. Mary’s at Clashmore 11.30 am Ardmore V Tourin at Ardmore 11.30 am Local Bar Junior B Hurling Brickey Rangers V Geraldines at Colligan 2 pm Modeligo V An Rinn at Bushy Park 2 pm

Western Bord na nÓg

Under 14 Western Football Finals THE Division 2 decider (on agreement with both clubs) was brought forward to last Sunday morning, May 17th in Fraher Field where Brickey Rangers and The Nire tried conclusions. Both sides had reasonably comfortable semi-final victories over St. Oliver’s and Cois Bhride respectively. Brickey Rangers proved to be too strong for The Nire in what was a well contested final, Brickey’s being that bit stronger, as they prevailed by 4-10 to 2-3 to lift the Divisional title for the second year in

Tallow on Saturday morning last to play in the second blitz of the year. They played Tallow and Cappoquin on the day where they Tallow and were beaten by Cappoquin. Our U-8's and 10's will travel to Cappoquin on Saturday next to take part in their first blitz of the year on Saturday next. Best of luck to all. U-14 CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-14's have completed their championship. Well done to all and after being involved in a very tough group each and every girl performed to their best ability and improved in their performance in every game. CONDOLENCES All in Lismore Camogie Club would like to extend their sympathies to the O'Hara Family Tallow on the death Liam O'Hara. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé!

Waterford County Board Chairperson Ita Murphy presents the Denny Buckley Cup to Lismore Captain Shauna Prendergast.

Lismore senior Camogie Team who played Cappoquin in the Premium Butcher Senior League Final.

Western Board Results & Fixtures RESULTS Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling An Rinn 4-14; Ballinameela 1-07 Modeligo 0-17 Ardmore 1-14 Shamrocks 1-18; Ballysaggart 1-18 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3-12; Stradbally 0-13 Local bar Junior A Hurling: Geraldines 1-16; Tallow 1-13 St. Mary’s 1-22; Ballyduff 0-11 Colligan 1-24; Fourmilewater 1-11 Abbeyside 3-20; Kilgobinet 1-8 Local Bar Junior B Hurling Glen Rovers 1-14; Brickey Rangers 1-13

ting the insurance point in the dying minutes leaving the score reading Lismore 1-10; Cappoquin 0-9. Lismore Panel: T. Morrissey, S. Prendergast, E. Curran, S. Fenton, G. Kenneally, S. Williams, N. Morrissey (0-2), S. Curran, A. Hannon (0-5), J. Houlihan, L. Buckley (0-1), E. Power, C. McGlone (1-1), R. Geoghegan (0-1), M. Russell, E.Heneghan, E. Prendergast, J. Kingston, A. Russell, K. Kelleher, S. Nugent/ Shanahan, A. Houlihan, S. Coughlan, S. Geoghegan. Cappoquin Panel: T. Kiely, A. Power (0-5), L. Murray, A. Cahillane (0-1), B. Coffey, T. Coffey, C. McCarthy (0-2), C. Ahearne, C. Glavin, E. McCarthy, N. Foley, E. Meaney, E. Foley, J. Fraher, L. Foley, L. Bray (0-1), N. Moore, N. Landers, R. Cahillane, R. Uniacke, S. O'Brien. U-12 BLITZ Our U-12's travelled to

succession. The remaining two finals (Division’s 1 and 3) go ahead in Fraher Field as part of a double header on Sunday next (that’s May 24th), the programme is as follows: Lawlor’s Hotel (Sponsored) U-14 Western Football Championship Finals: 10:45 am – Division 1 FINAL: An Ghaeltacht Vs. Ballinacourty 12:00 noon – Division 3 FINAL: Ballyduff Upper Vs. Stradbally.

County Bord na nÓg

Under 16 County Football Championship Finals ALL roads lead to Fraher Field on Saturday next (that’s May 23rd) as we stage our first County finals of the year with the Combined Waterford City Credit Unions (sponsored) U-16 Co. football finals (across all three divisions) taking centre stage. First up (at 10:30am) will be the Division 3 Final which pits St. Saviour’s against Cois Bhride in what is set to be an intriguing game, as the sides finished level (1-9 apiece) when they met in the group stages of the Championship. Cois Bhride caused a bit of an upset as they put in an excellent team display in the semi-final hammering (7-14 to 2-2) of Naomh Deaglán Thoir (who had beaten them easily in the last round of group games the week before). St. Saviour’s had to show all their battling qualities as they eked out a narrow one point win in a cracking semi-final with St. Mary’s (4-8 to 4-7). The Division 1 decider gets underway at

11:45 am as Ballinacourty and De La Salle try conclusions it what’ll be an interesting encounter. Ballinacourty recorded a hard earned semifinal win over Gaultier (5-6 to 2-7) while De La Salle ran out comfortable 3-18 to 1-7 winners in their semi-final victory over Clashmore / Kinsalebeg. Ballinacourty were four point winners (2-10 to 2-6) when the sides met in the group stages, I’ve no doubt that this will be a closely fought encounter which will go right down the wire. The action concludes with the Division 2 Final which has a 1:00pm start for the all Eastern-affair between Tramore and Rathgormack. Both sides have been the form teams right throughout the group stages and they couldn’t be separated when they met earlier on, which suggests another close battle on Saturday. Tramore recorded a facile semi-final win over Portlaw (8-9 to 2-3) while Rathgormack were pushed

all the way before eventually overcoming Brickey Rangers by 4-8 to 4-4. Saturday’s three match programme is as follows:10:30 am, Division 3 FINAL: Cois Bhride Vs. St. Saviour’s, Ref: G. Whelan 11:45 am, Division 1 FINAL: Ballinacourty Vs. De La Salle, Ref: M. Curran 1:00 pm, Division 2 FINAL: Tramore Vs. Rathgormack, Ref: T. Organ Please Note: In the event of draws in any Finals, ExtraTime (2 x 10 minutes) WILL be played Here’s wishing all the clubs the very best of luck, and we look forward to an entertaining and enjoyable day’s football. UNDER-14 FÉILE HURLING COUNTY FINALS The U-14 Féile hurling County finals go ahead this evening (Wednesday) in Walsh Park. First up is the “A” decider at 6:30 pm which sees Ballygunner face

Eastern rivals Roanmore in what should be a cracking contest. This will be followed by the “B” final which pits Brickey Rangers up against Mount Sion, another intriguing game in store here. The games will be twenty minutes a-side, this year’s “A” representatives will be in Thurles, while the “B” teams will be in Ulster. Best of luck to all teams this evening, and please come along to show your support in what should be an entertaining evening’s hurling. FEILE HURLING SKILLS St. Carthage’s Oisín O’Gorman will represent Waterford at this year’s National Féile hurling skills competition. The Lismore youngster recently won the Co. skills title which was held in Abbeyside GAA Grounds with an impressive performance. We wish Oisín the very best of luck in next month’s competition, and no doubt he’ll do the county proud.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

Modeligo leaves Ardmore off the hook Modeligo …………… 0-17; Ardmore …………… 1-14. LAST year’s Munster Junior Champions, Modeligo deservingly led this first round Western Intermediate Hurling championship game for all of 45 minutes at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon but they failed to put the seasiders away and they had to be content with a share of the spoils at the finish. Modeligo led by 0-9 to 0-3 at the interval with Jamie Troy and midfielder Kieran McCarthy leading the way on the scoreboard while Ardmore were confined to 0-3f from Seamus Prendergast. Ardmore’s low return in the first half was self inflicted as they shot nine wides compared to two for the opposition. Cian O’Byrne made his debut between the posts for Modeligo in the absence of the injured Donal O’Keeffe and he can be pleased with his performance here. Nothing really changed on the resumption with Modeligo enjoying a 0-11 to 0-6 lead by the 36th minute but they never threatened a match defining goal and, gradually, they allowed Ardmore into the game. Points by Kenny Murphy, David Gartland and the Keating brothers Stephen

and Seamus, reduced Modeligo’s leading margin to 0-2 by the 45th minute and when wing forward Eoin Conway lashed in a goal one minute later, Ardmore had shot into an unlikely lead for the first time in the game. Credit Modeligo, they upped their efforts once more and after a good save by Clinton Hennessy from Michael Troy, three white flags from placed balls by Jamie Troy restored their lead with 56 minutes on the clock. The issue was now being well contested and the final minutes of the match were very entertaining with a further 0-6 being scored. Brothers Stephen and Seamus Keating traded scores with brothers Jamie and Michael Troy, 0-17 to 1-12 (58 mins) and the final 0-2 came from Ardmore hurleys with David Gartland (59) and an avoiding match defeat point at the death from team captain Kenny Murphy. Favourites for the match, Ardmore, will not be happy with their form in their opening game while, beforehand, Modeligo might have been happy with a point but they left the other one behind them here. Modeligo’s Top Three: Jamie Troy, Brian McCarthy, Pat Fitzgerald.

Ardmore’s Top Three: David Gartland, Kenny Murphy, Clinton Hennessy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jamie Troy. Number of Scorers: Modeligo: 5. Ardmore 6. Scores from Play: Modeligo 0-8. Ardmore 1-9. Frees For: Modeligo 20. Ardmore 15. Wides: Modeligo 6. Ardmore 14. Score of the Match: Eoin Conway’s 46th minute goal for Ardmore. Scorers – Modeligo: Jamie Troy 0-12 (8f, 1’65’), Kieran McCarthy 0-2, John McGrath, Sean O’Donovan and Michael Troy 0-1 each. Ardmore: Seamus Prendergast 0-5f, David Gartland 0-3, Eoin Conway 1-0, Kenny Murphy, Stephen Keating and Seamus Keating 0-2 each. Modeligo: Cian O’Byrne; Louis Queally, Brian McCarthy, Robbie Buckley; Sean O’Donovan, Pat Fitzgerald, Shane Troy; Kieran McCarthy, John McGrath; Jamie Troy, Tom Devine, Rian Reddy; Michael Troy, Pa O’Donovan, Nicky O’Donovan. Ardmore: Clinton Hennessy; Niall Hennessy, Declan Prendergast, Gavin Williams; Kenny Murphy, Wayne Hennessy, Richie Hennessy; Seamus Keating, Michael Cronin; Eoin Conway, David Gartland, Thomas Power; Stephen Keating, Seamus Prendergast, Cathal Hennessy. Sub: Sean Veale (ht). Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg are off the mark Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 3-12; Stradbally ………….. 0-13. AN interesting feature in both games at the Fraher Field last Sunday was that all four teams fared better playing against the strong wind blowing into the Country end goal. Following their defeat to the Brickeys the previous week, Clashmore returned to their best form here and they well deserved their 0-8 winning margin. Goals in the first half by Man of the Match John Prendergast and Brian O’Halloran set them on their way and when Prendergast rose high to flick home a third green flag from a Tadhg De Burca free in the 40th minute, their first brace of championship points was safely in the bag. Stradbally contested the game well but on this occasion, Clashmore possessed the greater hurling and in this form, they will be a match for any opposition. The game was held up just before the break for a serious leg injury to Stradbally defender Paul Connors, who was stretchered off the field and the Observer wishes him a complete recovery and a return to the playing fields. Two goals in the space of two minutes at the end of the first quarter put Stradbally on the backfoot and they never subsequently led the game after this. They started well and led by 0-3 to 0-2 from three Shane Ahearne scores but the impressive John Prendergast burst through

the Stradbally defence to score the first of his two goals in the 11th minute. Two minutes later, corner forward Alan Seward was upended and, though, Trevor Curran did very well to stop Tadhg De Burca’s one on one penalty strike, Brian O’Halloran reacted the quickest to finish the rebound to the town end goal, 2-2 to 0-3. Stradbally reacted well to this double goal blow with white flag responses by Shane Ahearn (0-2f) but following the injury sustained by Paul Connors, it was the winners who finished the half the stronger with similar scores by O’Halloran and Cillian O’Keeffe to establish a half time lead of 2-4 to 0-6. The exchanges were even on the restart, during which the Reds outscored Clashmore by 0-3 to 0-2 in the first five minutes with scores by Robert Ahearn and Michael Walsh but the winners turned the screw in the 40th minute when John Prendergast claimed his second goal. Clashmore drove on winning the final quarter by 0-6 to 0-4 with Tadhg De Burca’s freetaking coming into its own in a half share of these scores with Cillian O’Keeffe (f) Paidi O’Rourke and sub Paddy Prendergast. Stradbally were overdependant on Shane Ahearn and Michael Walsh for their scores but substitute Jack Navin struck a fine one in the final ten minutes of the match. Both teams now have two points on the league

championship table with two games played each and all to play for in their remaining fixtures. Clashmore’s Top Three: John Prendergast, Aidan Trihy, Cillian O’Keeffe. Stradbally’s Top Three: Shane Ahearn, Jack Mullany, Michael Walsh. Observer’s Man of the Match: John Prendergast. Number of Scorers: Clashmore 7. Stradbally 5. Scores from Play: Clashmore 3-4. Stradbally 0-8. Frees For: Clashmore 11. Stradbally 10. Wides: Clashmore 7. Stradbally 9. Score of the Match: Michael Walsh’s 32 minute point for Stradbally from a difficult angle. Scorers – Clashmore: John Prendergast 2-0, Tadhg De Burca and Cillian O’Keeffe 0-4f each, Brian O’Halloran 1-1, Sean Fleming, Paidi O’Rourke and Paddy Prendergast 0-1 each. Stradbally: Shane Ahearn 0-7(5f), Michael Walsh 0-3, Tony Grey, Robert Ahearn and Jack Navin 0-1 each. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Mark McGrath; Ciaran Bourke, Jason Seward, Sean Bourke; Paidi O’Rourke, Tadhg De Burca, Colm Faherty; Aidan Trihy, Declan Allen; Sean Fleming, Edmond O’Halloran, Cillian O’Keeffe; Alan Seward, John Prendergast, Brian O’Halloran. Subs: Paddy Prendergast, Paidi Nugent. Stradbally: Trevor Curran; Luke Casey, Ger Power, Paul Connors; Cathal Cusack, John Coffey, Shane Lannon; Robert Ahearn, Jack Mullany; Stephen Cunningham, Michael Walsh, Tony Grey; David Grey, Shane Ahearn, Cormac Gough. Subs: Jack Navin, Ricky Power. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

The Brickey Rangers team after their win over the Nire in the Bord na nÓg u-14 Div. 2 football Western championship final at Fraher Field. [Rory Wyley]

An Rinn inflicts a second defeat on Ballinameela An Rinn …………….. 4-14; Ballinameela ………… 1-7. 2014 WESTERN Finalists Ballinameela continue to struggle in this year’s Intermediate Hurling Championship, suffering a second defeat within a week at the hands of 2012 County Champions An Rinn at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. An Rinn led at the short whistle by 1-6 to 0-4 with their goal being scored by Fearghal O Cuirrin in the 23rd minute following good work by Tadhg O hUallachain and Donie Breathnach. Ballinameela started well and they led by 0-4 to 0-2 after 12 minutes, thanks to scores by Brendan Phelan (2) and Jim

and Tom Curran. Donie Breathnach scored all of An Rinn’s six first half points and he finished the hour with a personal tally of 010. Fearghal O Cuirrin’s and An Rinn’s second goal arrived in the 35th minute and it pushed the winners further ahead at 2-7 to 0-5. A Ballinameela penalty goal by Man of the Match, Brendan Phelan after Michael Culloo was upended, raised their hopes but Donie Breathnach continued to work the scoreboard and a further goal by Liam O Lonain after support play by the O Murchadhas Noel and Padraig in the 54th minute and a final green flag by substitute Fearghal O Ceallaigh

in the 59th minute gave An Rinn a convincing and deserving first championship victory this year. Despite losing out, Ballinameela supplied the man of the match in Brendan Phelan, who excelled in various positions around the field and he was well supported by the Curran’s Tom and Jim. Fearghal O Cuirrin, Donie Breathnach and Tadhg O hUallachain were instrumental in An Rinn’s win and the Ghaeltacht side should be there or there abouts when the winners of the 2015 title will be decided. An Rinn: Donie Ó Murchadha, Lorcán Ó Corraoin, Shane Ó Cuirrín, Jamie De Barúin, Noel Ó Murchadha,

Christy Breathnach, Eoghan Breathnach, Tadhg Ó hUallacháin (0-1), Ferdia Ó hAodha, Bili Breathnach, Donie Breathnach (0-10, 1 65, 6fs), Cathal Ó Cuirrín, Feargal Ó Cuirrín (2-1), Liam Ó Lonáin (1-2), Padraig Ó Murchadha. Subs: Feargal Ó Ceallaigh (1-0) do Cathal Ó Cuirrín, Ciaran Ó Manacháin do Christy Breathnach. Ballinameela: Donagh Looby, John Harrington, Keelan Looby, Cian Culloo, Micheal Shine, Kevin Phelan, Jason Morrissey, Brendan Phelan (1-4, 1-0 pen, 0-2 fs), Tom Curran (0-2), Stephen McGrath, Mikey Phelan, Micheal Culloo, Paul Curran, Brian Phelan, Jim Curran (0-1). Sub: Christopher Troy for Paul Curran. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

A draw a fair result in Lismore Ballysaggart …………1-18; Shamrocks …………..1-18. FRESH from guiding Passage to their Senior championship win over Dungarvan in Walsh Park the previous evening, Peter Queally was on the sideline with Shamrocks for this Western Intermediate hurling Championship fixture with Ballysaggart in Lismore last Sunday afternoon. The sides were level on ten occasions, following which both teams deserved something out of the game. Shane Bennett was the best player on view and he contributed 1-13 (10f) to his team’s tally in a masterclass display of the ancient game. At the other end of the field, Colm Roche fired over 0-10 (9f) for Shamrocks until he was forced off the field with a hamstring injury in the 46th minute. Credit Shamrocks, they didn’t fade in the absence of their key player and they fought tooth and nail to claim a share of the spoils. ‘Saggart trailed only once in the game from the 13th until the 45th minute and that was by the minimum of margins but they

were stopped in their tracks by a super strike by sub Kelvyn O’Farrell into the country end goal, which turned the initiative slightly towards the Seamroga at 1-13 to 1-12. Shane Bennett, however, was never too far away and he recorded a further 0-5 in the last ten minutes, his final one being the equaliser in the 62nd minute, which sent both teams home without winning but more importantly without losing. Shane Roche took over the freetaking duties in the absence of his younger brother Colm and he too scored regularly towards the end with likewise support from Ed Lonergan and John Paul Lucey. Ballysaggart led this very enjoyable encounter at the short whistle by 1-6 to 0-8, their green flag coming at the conclusion of a powerful and pacey run by Shane Bennett and they could have had a second goal but Bennett’s effort from a one on one peno was disallowed by referee Tommy O’Sullivan, at our guess of coming inside the 20 metre line before striking the

sliotar. The teams were level for an amazing eight second half occasions, including four times in the last nine minutes of play, which gives credence to the heading on this match account. Despite the high scoring, both sets of defenders played well here with Ballysaggart’s Stephen Mangan the pick of the twelve on view. Kieran Bennett worked tirelessly as always up front with younger brother Shane once again deservingly gaining the plaudits. Shamrocks are an improving team under Peter Queally and apart from the Roche brothers, custodian Kieran O’Keeffe, full back John O’Donovan, midfielder Ed Lonergan and John Paul Lucey and sub Kelvyn O’Farrell up front all shone out in an encouraging team display. Shamrocks Top Three: Colm Roche, Shane Roche, John Paul Lucey. Ballysaggart’s Top Three: Shane Bennett, Stephen Mangan, Kieran Bennett. Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Bennett. Number of Scorers:

Shamrocks 5. Ballysaggart 3. Scores from Play: Shamrocks 1-6. Ballysaggart 1-6. Frees For: Shamrocks 15. Ballysaggart 11. Wides: Shamrocks 10. Ballysaggart 8. Score of the Match: Shane Bennett’s 44th minute point from near the sideline. Scorers – Shamrocks: Colm Roche 0-10 (9f), Kelvyn O’Farrell 1-1, Shane Roche 0-4 (3f), John Paul Lucey 0-2, Ed Lonergan 0-1. Ballysaggart: Shane Bennett 1-13 (10f), Kieran Bennett 0-4 (1 sideline), Stephen Bennett 0-1f. Shamrocks: Kieran O’Keeffe; Paudie Ahearne, John O’Donovan, Jason Ahearne; Eoin Murphy, Shane Roche, Brian Harnedy; Stephen Lucey, Ed Lonergan; Adam Crawford, John Paul Lucey, Joe Leahy; Ed Hynes, Colm Roche, Cathal Herlihy. Subs: Paudie Roche, Kelvyn O’Farrell. Ballysaggart: Matty Meagher; Stephen Mangan, Kieran Fennessy, Jack Roche; Dan Devine, Eugene O’Brien, Cailean O’Gorman; Christy Murphy, Kieran Murphy; Darren Meagher, Stephen Bennett, Shane Bennett; Chris O’Gorman, Ken Cashell, Sam Ryan. Subs: Barry Murphy (45), Sam Ryan (48). Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

J. J. KAVANAGH MINOR FOOTBALL SEMI-FINALS

Brickey Rangers in a canter DIVISION 2 SEMI-FINALS Brickey Rangers ……3-17; Naomh Brid …………...3-5. BRICKEYS proved way too sharp for a lethargic Naomh Brid fifteen in the first semi final and it took two late goals by Nicky O’Donovan and Cian O’Byrne to put some respectability on the scoreboard for the group side. Carthach Barry was the outstanding player on view, operating in mid field and his surging runs into attack earned him a tally of 1-5 and a part in other player’s scores. James Cotter was also on song in front of the

St. Augustine’s College 1st Year players Eoin Ahearne and Oisin Hallahan who are taking part in the Munster Colleges Handball Doubles Championship. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Gaultier defeats champions DIVISION 1 SEMI-FINAL Gaultier ………………3-10; Nire ……………………. 0-6. THE main reflections from the second semi final at a freezing Fraher Field last Wednesday evening state how impressive Gaultier played in the first half at the end of which they led County Champons Nire by 1-8 to 0-3 and how young looking a lot of the Nire players were. Gaultier totally dominated the first half, not just because they enjoyed the backing of the strong wind but their workrate and team play was similar to that of the other semi final winners, Ballinacourty, setting up a mouth watering County Final this Wednesday evening. Corner forward Chris Thomas was the star of the first half with his pin point passing of the size 5 and his own 1-2 from play. Centre forward David Cullinane chipped in with 0-2 and Sean White (2), Gary

Cullinane and Cathal Ryan all worked the scoreboard with just three replies from Nire via Ciaran Looney, Glen Cullinane and a Shane O’Meara pointed free. The winners weren’t as dominant against the wind but a brace of goals in quick succession by team captain David Cullinane in the space of a minute in the final quarter earned them an unassailable 3-9 to 0-4 advantage, following which seven subs in total were introduced by both team managements. Credit the champions they battled away to the end and they were rewarded with points by Shane O’Meara and Ciaran Looney. Gaultier’s impressive performance sets up an intruiging County Final, the same pairing as in the under 16 decider two years ago, which Ballinacourty won by a point after a rematch due to a serious leg break suffered by a Gaultier player, so we are not

really sitting on the fence if we predict a draw this time around. Gaultier: Patrick Lambe; Mike Hutchinson, Darragh Lynch, Stephen Lynch; Nick Byrne, Donal Power, Sean Kelly; Gary Cullinane 0-1, Dean Kearns; Cathal Ryan 0-1, David Cullinane 2-2, Luke Nolan; David Jones, Sean White 0-4 (1f), Chris Thomas 1-2. Subs: David Dawson, Darragh Morgan, Killian Jones, Sean Flynn, Alex Deegan, Harry Ruddle. Nire: Ciaran Ryan; Brendan Guiry, Jake Mulcahy, Cian Boyle; Liam Cooney, Tom Barron, Kieran Walsh 0-1; Stephen Ryan, Ciaran Looney 0-2; Dylan Guiry, Shane O’Meara 0-2 (1f), Tholm Guiry; Charles Hennessy, Glen Cullinane 0-1, Ian Gillman. Subs: Darragh Morrissey, Dylan Phelan 0-1, Jonathon Prendergast, Jordan Ryan. Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Minor Football semi-finals DIVISION 2 BRICKEY RANGERS V COIS BHRIDE In Fraher Field Wednesday, May 20th at 7 p.m. DIVISION 1 GAULTIER V BALLINACOURTY In the Fraher Field Wednesday, May 20th

at 8.30 p.m. THIS year’s County Minor Football Championships reach their concluding stages at the Fraher Field this Wednesday evening, following four semi final games played at the same venue last week. Going on those encounters, the nod goes to both Cois Bhride and Ballinacourty to be crowned champions in their respective Divisions but that was last week and both Brickey Rangers and Gaultier will have plenty to say before the cups are presented by Chairman of the Board Paddy Joe Ryan.

posts with 1-4 to his credit, Cathal Curran chipped in with 0-3 and overall nine Brickey players worked the scoreboard. The speed of Maurice Daly and the workrate of the team as a unit did all that was asked of them on the night and, while Cois Bhride are the favourites all year for the title and on the standard in both semi finals last week, Brickeys will be worthy opponents in the County decider this Wednesday evening. Other Brickey players to impress last week included Conor Whelan, Darragh Herlihy, Ryan O’Neill and Niall Blackwell.

Naomh Brid never fired in this one and, though they trailed by just 0-7 to 0-5 at the short whistle, and by 1-10 to 1-5 after forty minutes, they never looked like winning here. Their best players in a disappointing performance were Gavin Dalton, Keith Hickey, Cian O’Byrne, Jack Skehan, Ronan Gleeson and Jonathon Carroll. Brickey Rangers: Michael O’Dwyer; Jordan Whelan, Darragh O’Grady, Dylan Donovan; Darragh Herlihy, Ryan O’Neill 0-1, Conor Whelan 0-1; Cathal Curran 0-3, Carthach Barry 15; Maurice Daly 1-0, Mark

Mulvihill, Niall Blackwell 0-1; James Cotter 1-4, Paul Whelan, John Blackwell 0-1. Subs : Mikey Hanlon, Conor Houlihan, Paul Lannon 0-1, Josh Whelan. Naomh Brid: Bryan Fraher; Keith Hickey, Jack Skehan, Jack Cullinane; Gary Power, Ronan Gleeson, Sam Murphy Nix; Dan Booth, Mike Kearns; Jason Dunford, Nicky O’Donovan 1-0, Cian O’Byrne 2-0; Kieran Tobin, Jonathon Carroll 0-1, Gavin Dalton 0-4 (3f). Subs: Cillian Tobin, Gearoid Hallinan, Michael Horgan. Referee: Tom Dee, John Mitchels.

Cois Bhride survives Rathgormack’s second half comeback DIVISION 2 SEMI-FINAL Cois Bhride ………….. 3-8; Rathgormack ………. 2-10. THE pace of this game and the standard of play entertained patrons at the Fraher Field throughout, making it one of the best games of football witnessed at the Shandon venue thus far this year. Cois Bhride fell foul of referee John Condon’s whistle on twenty six occasions but two of the seven they were awarded themselves were penalties and the return of two green flags via Ryan Grey was ultimately the difference between the teams. Rathgormack had all but engineered the perfect comeback when the outstanding Gavin Sheehan kicked an equalising 53rd minute goal but a point from full forward Grey in the 57th minute sent the group side into this evening’s County decider against the Brickeys. Goalie Davy Tobin was the hero for the winners when he

saved a pile driver from the best player on view, Conor Murray in the 54th minute while Rathgormack missed two good point scoring opportunities at the death, anyone of which would have sent the tie to extra time. The pace of this game from the start was electric and Cois Bhride shot into a 04 to 0-0 lead by the 13th minute. The sides were level at 05 to 1-2 in the 21st minute, courtesy of the score of the game, a goal from Rathgormack’s Aaron Power from a Donnacha Hassett pass. Cois Bhride’s first goal, themselves, from the penalty spot arrived in the 25th minute after Shane Ryan was upended for which Rathgormack custodian Eoin Bray received a black card. A brilliant second goal, engineered by Cathal Geary and Jordan Henley and executed by Dylan Mangan gave the winners a 2-5 to 1-2 lead before two late Conor Murray

pointed frees left the half-time score reading 2-5 to 1-4. Cois Bhride looked likely winners throughout but Rathgormack were proving difficult to put away, even though the winners opened a 3-6 to 1-6 advantage by 40th minute from a second Ryan Grey penalty. At the dawning of the third quarter, however, Rathgormack’s fortunes changed, aided, perhaps by a tiring opposition, and their team work and the brilliance of Conor Murray and the surging runs of centre forward Gavin Sheehan delivered them the initiative. A decent 46th minute goal effort by Donnacha Hassett was diverted by centre back Jake Neviile before Murray kicked 0-4 (2f, 2’65’), followed by the equalising score for only the game’s second occasion, a peach of a goal in the country end of the grounds by Gavin Sheehan. Ryan Grey, who ended the hour with a tally of 2-5, prevented the match from going

to extra time as a relieved Cois Bhride outfit welcomed John Condon’s final whistle. Both sets of players deserve the plaudits for a thoroughly enjoyable game of football. Cois Bhride: Davy Tobin; Padraig Roche, Jake Beecher, Robbie Beecher; Darragh Mulcahy, Jake Neville, Jordan Henley 0-1; John Paul Lucey, Kelvyn O’Farrell; Cathal Geary, Eddie Hynes 0-1, Dylan Mangan 1-0; Darragh Buckley 0-1, Ryan Grey 2-5 (2 pen, 1f, 1’45’) Shane Ryan. Subs: Billy Hynes, Ian Beecher. Rathgormack: Eoin Bray; Alan Power, Noah O’Brien, Thomas Kennedy; Adam Nugent, Liam Connolly, Alan Power; Conor Dalton 0-1, Conor Murray 0-7 (4f, 2’45’); Aaron Power 1-1, Gavin Sheehan 1-1, Conor Mulligan; Donnacha Hassett, Billy Power, Stevie Curry. Subs: Aaron Hassett. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Clearcut win for Ballinacourty DIVISION 1 SEMI-FINAL Ballinacourty ………2-15; Naomh Declain Thoir .2-5. BALLINACOURTY were always in control of this first Division 1 semi final played at the Fraher Field last Wednesday evening against a useful Kilmacthomas/ Ballyduff fifteen, who played well at times but who didn’t have the belief that they could topple the favourites. However, NDT will be happy with their venture into Division 1 this year, reaching the semi finals and defeating a number of established teams in this division along the way. Once again, Courty gave a workmanlike performance, which earned for them a 2-5 to 0-1 advantage after 22 minutes, a 2-11 to 1-5 lead after 47 minutes and a concluding 0-10 winning margin. David Looby was the win-

ner’s top scorer with a tally of 1-5, Eoin Kiely notched 1-2, while Ben Mulligan impressed in the corner, kicking 0-4 from play. Man of the Match, James Beresford worked hard in the midfield engine room and he turned in his best display in a Ballinacourty jersey to date. NDT supplied one of the best players on view in their full forward Alan Fitzsimons, who was a constant thorn in the opposing defence and he was well supported by Cormac Dunphy, Kevin Cheasty, Callum Lyons, Dylan Reid and Colm Dempsey. Fitzsimmons won and converted a penalty in added time in the first moiety to give his team, after playing with the wind, a little hope on the resumption, trailing by 2-6 to 1-4. A David Looby penalty after Ben Mulligan was

upended and a green flag from Eoin Kiely were mainly responsible for ‘Courty’s control of the half up to this. The winners resumed control on the restart, resulting in minor scores from Conor Prunty, Eoin Kiely and David Looby, the product of some excellent team work and NDT’s only response in this period was an Alan Fitzsimmons white flag which ranked as the score of the Match. In fairness to the Group side, they battled well in the second half and they were rewarded with a Colm Dempsey goal on 52 minutes, 2-11 to 2-5. It proved to be their final score, though, as ‘Courty finished out the hour with further scores via Ben Mulligan (2), Conor McCarthy and David Looby (f). Ballinacourty: Kevin

Dwane; Conor Brennan, Cormac Dwyer, Darragh McGrath; Eoghan Dwyer, John Elsted, Ruairi Conway; Conor Prunty 0-2, James Beresford; Anthony Fitzgerald, David Looby 1-6 (1-3f), Conor McCarthy 0-1; Patrick Power, Eoin Kiely 1-2, Ben Mulligan 0-4. Subs: Tom Looby, Tony Collins. Naomh Declain Thoir: Cormac Kiersey; Jonathon Long, Dylan Reid, Peter Gallagher; Ben Kennedy, Callum Lyons, Jack Power; Kevin Cheasty 0-2, Dan Cusack 0-1; Ross Coffey O’Shea, Cormac Dunphy 0-1, Ronan Dunphy, Colm Dempsey 1-0, Alan Fitzsimons 1-1, Jake Power. Subs: Frankie Walsh, James Organ Cathal Dee, Conor Walsh. Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

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From the files of the Dungarvan Observer Wednesday, September 14th, 2005 TOP OIL COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

De La Salle win replay

The Nire team who lost to Brickey Rgs in the Bord Na nÓg u-14 Div. 2 football Western final at Fraher Field.

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Lismore recapture senior league cup by the minimum THE PREMIUM BUTCHERS SENIOR LEAGUE 2015 Lismore ........................ 1-10; Cappoquin ..................... 0-9. IN what transpired to be a fairly evenly matched affair Lismore and Cappoquin served up a very entertaining game in this local derby played in Tallow GAA Field on Saturday night last, May 16th in The Premium Butcher Senior League final. Lismore were aiming to recapture The Denny Buckley Cup after a years absence when St. Annes had claimed it from them in 2014. The Denny Buckley Cup is of great sentimental value to Lismore as the family of the late Denny Buckley had donated the senor League Cup four years ago and Dennys daughter Laura is a player on the Lismore Team. Lismore recaptured the Cup by a point. (See full report elsewhere). GAEL LINN 2015 MUNSTER REACH FINAL Waterford were very well represented on the 2015 Interprovincial Junior Competition which took place today in Portlaoise, with Beth Carton, Charlotte Raher, Lorraine Bray and Valerie

O’Brien all part of the Munster set up. The current Intermediate Manager, Sean Fleming, was also a part of the managment team. The team had a great win over Connacht in the semi-final with our own Beth Carton playing a pivotal role in the game. The Final was dominated by the Down duo of Niamh Mallon and Catherine McGourty as Ulster defeated Munster in the Interprovincial junior camogie title. Catherine McGourty was susequently named 'Player of the Tournament' The Ulster team beat Leinster in a cracking and tense semi-final at the Laois venue although Ulster were down a point, they scored a brace of points to steady the ship and eventually won by a margin of 4. Having beaten Connaught by the minimum, Munster provided the opposition in the final. With Waterford's Beth Carton in incredible form, Munster got off to the perfect start in the decider, and led by 1-3 to 0-1 after 15 minutes the impact of McGourty started to take hold and following her first goal, Ulster now only trailed by just 1-6 to

1-3 having played against a very strong wind. The second half was all Ulster's who used the elements to their advantage and it was Niamh Mallon who inflicted the crtical blows as she put point after point over the bar. Final score was Ulster 3-15 to Munster 1-10. BUTLERSTOWN EDGE OUT BRICKEY RANGERS IN THE PREMIUM BUTCHER INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE FINAL The Intermediate League final was played between Butlerstown and Brickey Rangers at Dunhill on Sunday last. On a day when the elements were windy and wet it was Butlerstown that eventually prevailed despite the fact that Brickey Rangers led for much of the second half. Butlerstown started the brightest in the first half and were leading after an early goal. The workrate of the Brickey Rangers team never diminished and they had considerable possession which they converted to draw level at the mid point level at 1-2 to 0-5. It was a relatively evenly contested affair for the first 30

minutes so it was ‘game on’ for the second half. The second half started brightly for Brickey Rangers when they continued to add points to the score and extended their lead to four points during which they scored their first goal. Some position changes to the Butlerstown team made an immediate impact when Butlerstown began to reduce the deficit to one point midway through the second half. At this point Buterstown were on top and were exerting pressure on Brickey Rangers defence. Butlerstown then scored their second goal with ten minutes remaining to regain the lead that they had relinguished at the beginning of the half. Butlerstown continued to push on and extended that lead to seven points when they scored another goal as the injury time beckoned but Brickey Rangers ‘never say die’ attitude continued and converted points from play and managed a late goa resulting in a nervous finish to the match for Butlerstown . On the final whistle, Butlerstown had won the encounter by 4-4 to 2-9.

Coaching & Games Development U-14 FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT SQUAD Last Saturday the U14’s took part in a Cross Provincial Blitz in Carriganore with Clare and Carlow. This was their first challenge games after some trials and training sessions. The games were very competitive with Waterford beating Clare 3-6 to 3-3 and losing to Carlow 5-8 to 4-6. U-14 FOOTBALL JOHN O’REGAN CUP The East v West U-14 Football John O’Regan Cup will take place on Sunday, 31st May at 7.30 pm in Kill. This will be part of the training for the U-14 Gaelic Football panel in preparation for the Jim Power Munster Tournament on Saturday, 4th July. U-15 GAELIC FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT SQUAD THURSDAY A trial for U15 Gaelic Football Development Squad will take place this Thursday, May 21st. The trial is open to all players born in 2000. Venue will be confirmed with all Juvenile clubs PRIMARY SKILLS COUNTY FINAL The county final will take place on Tuesday, 19th May at 4 pm in Carriganore. Below are the schools qualified for the finals Hurling / Camogie - Scoil Gharbhain, St. Mary’s Girls NS, St. Declan’s NS, Gael Scoil

na Déise, St. Stephen’s NS, Kill NS, Crehena NS, Newtown NS Gaelic Football - St. Declan’s NS, Gael Scoil na Déise, Mount Sion NS, Portlaw NS, Scoil Gharbhain, Seafield NS, St. Mary’s Girls NS, Newtown NS PRIMARY TEACHERS SUMMER GAA COURSE In conjunction with Waterford Teacher Centre we are running a GAA Summer Course for Primary Teachers. This will take place in Colaiste Cathal Naofa Dungarvan Wednesday, 1st – Friday, 3rd July. Bookings for the course can be done through Waterford Teacher Centre. PROVINCIAL ACTIVITY DAYS Once again, in 2015 there will be U-12 Hurling & Gaelic Football activity days in Semple Stadium, Fitzgerald Stadium Killarney & Gaelic Grounds. These will take place in July and August and all clubs are invited to participate if they wish. Any club that wishes to attend please contact GDA’s or Games Manager by end of May to confirm. Venues and dates will be sent to all clubs in June POC FADA This year’s Poc Fada will take place on

Monday, 22nd June in Mahon Falls. Once again, there will be an U-16 and Senior Competition. U-16 starts at 6.30 pm and Senior at 7 pm. All welcome to participate with the winners qualifying for Munster Final on Saturday, 4th July. UPCOMING CARRIGANORE BLITZES Sat 23rd May - U-10 Gaelic Football 11 am -12.30 pm Saturday, 13th June - U-8 Hurling 11 am 12.30 pm Saturday, 27th June - U-10 Hurling 11 am 12.30 pm Clubs are welcome to enter as many teams as they wish. All clubs will play 3 games per blitz. Entries to be in to GDA’s or Games Manager by Tuesday, 5th May for U-8 Gaelic Football KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS BOOKING AVAILABLE Online booking is now available for this year’s Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps. We have 35 camps running in July and August with all clubs in the county being involved in the camp programme. Full details are on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie.coaches.

De La Salle ......0-16; Ardmore ........1-10. DE La Salle Senior Hurlers had three points to spare in this competitive County Senior Hurling Championship replay at the Fraher Field on Saturday evening last as they advanced to face Fourmilewater in the quarter-final of the Championship on Sunday next. De La Salle, playing into the road goal, led by 0-4 to 0-1 at the end of the first quarter as they looked a little bit sharper at that stage. In the 24th minute Ardmore were awarded a 20 metre free and, amazingly De La Salle only had four players on the goalline - or better put in the vicinity of the goalline and Seamus Prendergast did not look a gift-horse in the mouth as he drove the sliotar to the net (1-3 to 0-5). Still it was the city men who were still going better as John Mullane (0-3), Kevin Moran and Anthony Ryan (0-1) each left them four points to the good at the interval (0-10 to 1-3). The loss of their outstanding midfielder, Wayne Hennessy with a shoulder injury at the start of the second quarter, was a real body-blow to Ardmore and was, most definitely, a factor in their defeat here. Billy Harty, home from the United States came in for him. On the turnover Ardmore raised their efforts as John Hennessy added a Seamus Prendergast free for a point in the 37th minute. Patrick Conway landed a fine longrange point in the 40th minute, with Seamus Prendergast adding a further point in the 43rd minute (0-10 to 1-6). Derek McGrath pointed for the City men

who had shot six second-half wides in the 46th minute. Cathal Hennessy, Seamus Prendergast (free) and Johnny Hennessy left Ardmore in front by the 52th minute (1-19 to 0-11). The exchanges were hectic at this stage. James Quirke, from two placed balls, and John Mullane put De La Salle back in front (0-14 to 1-9) by the 56th minute. S. Prendergast came back for a point (0-14 to 1-10). In a final throw-in of the dice, Ardmore put A. O’Donnell in goal, with Clinton Hennessy moving to the attack. Anthony Ryan landed a magnificent point from out on the sideline and James Quirke pointed a free in time added-on (0-16 to 1-10). John Mullane stepped up on the previous week, with Kevin Moran, Derek McGrath and Anthony Ryan also finding the target. While James Quirke chipped in with a few points also. Brian Phelan had some hectic tussles with Seamus Prendergast, who, as always, did more than one man’s part, with Delcan Hennessy, Richie Hennessy, Damien Lenane, Cathal Hennessy and Johnny Hennessy also showing up well. De La Salle:- J. Quirke 0-6 (0-5 frees); J. Mullane 0-4; A. Ryan 0-2; L. Lawlor, K. Moran, B. Phelan (free), D. McGrath 0-1 each; Ardmore:- S. Prendergast 1-6 (1-3 frees); J. Hennessy 0-3; P. Conway 0-1. De La Salle:- S. Brenner, A. Kelly, I. Flynn, M. Doherty, B. Murphy, B. Phelan, D. Russell, C. Watt, K. Moran, A. Ryan, L. Lawlor, D. McGrath, J. Mullane, B. Farrell, J. Quirke. Subs.:- B. Power for Farrell. Ardmore:- Clinton Hennessy, A. Flavin, D. Prendergast, M. Hennessy, A. North, D. Lenane, R. Hennessy, Cathal Hennessy, W. Hennessy, J. O’Donnell, S. Prendergast, C. O’Connor, A. O’Donnell, J. Hennessy, P. Conway. Subs.:- B. Harty for Wayne Hennessy; D. Hennessy for Adrian O’Donnell; D. O’Donnell for Conway. REFEREE:P. Casey (Cappoquin/Affane).

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Teams of Times Gone By COLLIGAN INTERMEDIATE HURLERS Year: 2005. Game: Western Intermediate Quarter-Final: Opposition: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Venue: Fraher Field. Date: Saturday, September 10th. Referee: John Michael Kelly (Shamrocks). Half-Time Score: Colligan 1-6; Clashmore 0-4. Full-Time Score: Colligan 1-13; Clashmore 2-5. John David Casey; Johnny Kiely, Alan Walsh, John Flynn; J. McGrath, John Morrissey, Mark Flynn; Ray Bannon, John Wall; Pa McGrath, Sean Dempsey, Kevin Casey; Noelie Drohan, Paul Landy, Paudie Flynn. Scorers: Sean Dempsey 1-3, John Wall 0-5, Paul Landy and Kevin Casey 0-2 each, Ray Bannon 0-1.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 19 Forecasts. 13 Correct. 6 Incorrect. Success Rate: 68.4%. Best So Far: 100%. This Week’s Forecasts: County MFC Final: Division 1. Ballinacourty v (Gaultier). County MFC Final: Cois Bhrid v (Brickeys). Western IHC: Ardmore v (Shamrocks) Sargent Cup: Passage v (Cappoquin), Tallow v (De La Salle), Roanmore v (Ballygunner), Abbeyside v (Mt. Sion), Dungarvan v (Ballyduff), Lismore v (Fourmilewater). Phelan Cup: An Rinn v (Clashmore), Ardmore v (Rathgormack), Stradbally v (Kilrossanty), Brickeys v (De La Salle), Nire v (Gaultier). County J’S.A.’ L: Rathgormack v (Clashmore), Kilrossanty v (An Rinn). Western J’B’HC: Abbeyside v (Glen Rovers), Shamrocks v (Ballysaggart), Brickeys v (Geraldines), An Rinn v (Modeligo). Western IHL: Ballinameela v (Colligan), Brickeys v (Geraldines), Clashmore v (St. Mary’s), Ardmore v (Tourin) To Date: 247 Forecasts. 156 Correct. 91 Incorrect. Success Rate: 63.1%

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Fourmilewater SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member. SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our senior hurlers lost our to Ballygunner last Saturday evening in round two of the Senior Hurling Championship. Despite the 1-14 to 1-7 scoreline, the team can be proud and encouraged by the performance. Hard luck to everyone involved. Team: K. Brazil, Dermot Ryan, Thomas O’Gorman, Darren Guiry, Shane Ryan, Brian Wall, Shane Lawlor, Craig Guiry, Diarmuid Wall, Michael O’Gorman, Liam Lawlor, Shane Walsh, Gearoid Hearn, Conor Gleeson and Jamie Barron.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Round Three of J. J. Kavanagh Senior Hurling Championship. Date: Weekending 21st June. Fourmilewater v Ballyduff Upper. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Juniors tasted defeat to Colligan in the second round of the championship last Sunday. It was a hard battle against a strong Colligan side. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The Clubs weekly lotto took place in Doocey's Bar last Saturday evening. No winner. Five by €30: Damien O’Donnell; Stephen Shiels; Catherine Sheehan; Michelle Guiry; Kevin Jay; Michael Sheehan. Numbers Drawn 2, 22, 30. Jackpot next week €750. WEEKLY LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Doocey’s Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. 45 CARD RESULTS 45 card drive winners: Maurice Prendergast & Mary Ryan. Joint 2nd Paddy Wall & Vincent Wall; Con & Seamus O’Dwyer. Lucky Tables: John O’Donovan & Michael Ormond; Alice Ryan & Donal Fraher. DEISE DRAW There will be another 6 draws over the next 6 months. Every Month’s Draw includes. You can still enter for the remaining 7 Draws. 1st Prize €10,000; 2nd Prize €3,000; 3rd Prize €1,500; 4th to 11th Prize €200. Also, everyone who joins the Deise draw will receive a 15% discount when you spend €100 in Elverys Sportswear. The voucher will be available on request from the club. Please remember that 70% of all money raised will be returned to the club. If interested please contact any member of the committee. NIGHT AT THE DOGS A race night will be held in the Clonmel Greyhound Track on Thursday, August 13th in aid of The Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans. The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilwater GAA clubs and The Ballymacarbry ladies football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success the three clubs have enjoyed in the past, we need to improve our facilities in order to maintain these success we need these improvements. The new facilities will also be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters. Tickets are €10. A ticket gives you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000. This is a family event and U-16's go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will also be getting a great night out with the family. The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night. Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs. SPONSORSHIP We are also looking for people/businesses/companies to sponsor pages in The Race Night Booklet. Full page €100. Half page €50. Quarter page €25. All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-14's: Hard luck to our U-14's who lost out to Brickey Rangers in the Western Final last Sunday. The team deserve a tremendous amount of credit for their efforts this year. They were a credit to themselves and the club. Congratulations to Brickey Rangers. U-11's: Our U-11's travelled to Dungarvan last Friday evening and despite a great effort, they lost out to a better Dungarvan side on the night. Support: We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to

know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. Training – U-12's: Our U-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1. U-10/U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening in the Millfield at 6 p.m. €1. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursday's between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in last Saturday's Lotto draw were 6-11-13-14, and there was no winner. €20 winners were John Lyons, Billy Condon, Eileen Coady, Alan Mills, Anthony & Siobhan Walsh. Next week's jackpot will be €6,900. IHC: Shamrocks 1-18, Ballysaggart 1-18 For the second year in a row, Shamrocks and Ballysaggart couldn't be separated in the Intermediate Championship after a high tempo draw in Lismore last Sunday afternoon. Playing with the aid of a breeze in the first half, Shamrocks were a bit rusty while 'Saggart, who had the benefit of a game under their belts, won most of the 50/50 exchanges and when star player Shane Bennett raced through for a well taken goal we knew we would have to dig deep to get a result. However, they did respond and some great scores from John Paul Lucey and a monster point from Shane Roche left just a single point between the sides at half time, 1-6 to 0-8, Colm Roche getting the rest from frees. It could have been worse only for a disallowed penalty when Shane Bennett was penalised for carrying the ball over the 21 yd line. We started the second half a bit better, supersub Kelvyn O'Farrell getting a point with his first touch, and adding a well taken goal a little later to put us in front. Unfortunately we lost Colm to injury shortly after that, as a result of some very close tackling, basically he was hauled down every time he got the ball. It was score for score right to the end, Shane getting a crucial point with time up on the clock, but a last minute free for 'Saggart meant a share of the spoils in the end. A good tough championship match which was played sportingly by both teams. Shane Bennett was undoubtedly the Man of the Match, finishing with a tally of 1-13, but our own Shane Roche wasn't far behind him. We don't get much time for recovery, however, as we play Ardmore this Friday evening, 22nd May in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. Panel: Ciarán O'Keeffe, Padraig Ahearne, John O'Donovan, Jason Ahearne, Eoin Murphy, Shane Roche (0-5), Brian Harnedy, Stevie Lucey, Edward Lonergan (0-1), Adam Crawford, J.P. Lucey (0-2), Joe Leahy, Edward Hynes, Colm Roche (0-9), Cathal Herlihy, Kelvyn O'Farrell (1-1), Padraig Roche, Sean Murphy, Padraig Tobin, Mike O'Neill, Alan Kelly, Tomas O'Neill, Liam Hurley, Edward O'Neill.

JUNIOR HURLING It's a busy time for the club now with the Intermediate hurling against Ardmore on Friday, and our Junior hurlers have their first match in the championship next Saturday night, 23rd May against Ballysaggart in Lismore at 7.30 pm. Then our footballers play Old Parish the following Saturday night 30th May at 7.30 p.m. in Clashmore. So games are now coming thick and fast after a couple of weeks of postponements. COIS BHRIDE Congratulations to Cois Bhride's Minor and U-16 Footballers who have both reached co. finals which will be played this week. The minors had a narrow one point win over football specialists Rathgormack and now play Brickey Rangers tonight (Wed) in Fraher Field in the final, throw-in 7 p.m. The U-16 team had a big win over Kilmactomas last Saturday week to advance to the Co. final which takes place this Saturday, 23rd again in Fraher Field at 10.30 am. Best of luck to all the lads from everyone in the Shamrocks. MICHAEL MURPHY AND LIAM O'HARA R.I.P. Na Seamróga C.L.G. would like to offer its sympathies to Patrick and the family and friends of Michael Murphy, West St., Tallow, who passed away last week. We also offer our condolences to the family and friends of Liam O'Hara, New St., Tallow, who also passed away at the tender age of just 52. Liam was a postman in the area for a number of years, and was very well liked. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anamí dhílis.

Nire/Fourmilewater U-11 team.

Nire Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Senior Championship: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-08; Nire 0-13; Nire 0-11; Ardmore 0-07; 26/06/15 Nire v’s Ballinacourty. Phelan Cup 2015: Nire 1-10; De La Salle 1-05; Nire 5-16; Brickey Rangers 1-07; Ballinacourty 8-14; Nire 0-04; Nire 2-18; St. Saviours 0-10; 19/05/15 Gaultier v’s Nire in Gaultier at 19:30. Junior Football Championship: Clashmore 0-07; Nire 4-10; 22/05/15 Nire v’s Ardmore in Ballymacarbry at 19:30. Minor Football Division 1: De la Salle 3-00; Nire 2-10; Gaultier 2-08; Nire 4-07; Nire 2-16; Dungarvan 0-04; Nire 0-08; Ballinacourty 4-13; Kilmacthomas 5-7; Nire 3-11; Semi-Final Nire 0-07; Gaultier 3-10. NIGHT AT THE DOGS A Race Night will be held in the Clonmel greyhound track on Thursday, August 13th in aid of the Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans. The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilewater GAA clubs, and The Ballymacarbry Ladies Football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success that the three clubs have enjoyed in the past we need to improve these facilities. The new facilities will be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters. Tickets are €10. A ticket will give you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000. This will be a family event and U-16s will go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will be getting a great night out with the family. The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night. Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs. Sponsorship: We are also looking for people/ businesses/companies to sponsor pages in the race night booklet. Full page: €100; Half page: €50; Quarter page: €25. All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

Affane/Cappoquin THREE TO ANSWER 1. The great Tom Cheasty played in how many All-Ireland senior hurling finals for Waterford? 2. Name two players to play soccer for Lincoln City and later win All-Ireland senior football championships? 3. An Baile Nua, An Mhaigh Tir na nOg and Loch Mhic Ruairi are clubs in which county? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1. Seamus Looney Cork won five U-21 All!relands. 2. Pairc Esler is the name of the GAA grounds in Newry. 3. Paddy Harrington who played for Cork in the 1957 All-Ireland senior football final against Louth is father of golfer Padraig Harrington. U-12 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY LEAGUE Dungarvan was the venue for our latest match

in the u-12 hurling league. With seventeen players togged out it certainly gave our management team plenty to think about. The first half saw Dungarvan play with the elements but this didn't stop the lads from sticking to the task and after a lively first half we went in two points down. John and Tadgh getting our goals.Our forwards got more of the ball in the second half and further scores from Cian, Conor and Jamel saw us run out winners by a couple of goals. Well done to all the lads who togged out. Training continues every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. and Wednesday evening at 6 p.m. Panel: Micheal Dalton, Stephen Organ, Adam Burke, Neil Collendar, Tom Coffey, DJ Reddy, Conor Rooney, Tadgh Kelleher, John O’Donnell, Mark Ormonde, Danny Costin, Eoin Coffey, Jamel, Conor Wilkinson, Conor Ormonde, Oisin Power, Cian Nolan.

Congratulations to the lads on the panel who were victorious with the Railway Athletic U-12 team in their cup final the previous evening. CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in our Club Lotto for the jackpot prize of €7,500 on Monday, May 11th were 1-6-9-25 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Foley family, Melleray; Tim Looby, Kilbree; Maurice/Joan Cahillane, Lacken; Frank Killigrew, Modeligo and Cara McGrath, Lr. Main St. This week’s draw was held on Monday, May 18th and the results will appear here next week. COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP The phoenix rises from the ashes as the Cornerstone boys show true spirit in a great come-back to foil neighbours Lismore in a keenly contested local derby. Cappoquin 2-16; Lismore 2-15. Going into the game as eleven-to-two outsiders Cappouin's odds had drifted to 'any price - you like' category as Lismore eased into an eight point lead in Sunday evening’s second round tie in the Waterford SHC at the splendidly appointed Ballyduff venue. However, the wearers of the Red and Black remained unperturbed and produced a stirring second half come-back, culminating in a magnificent late long range winning point from the outstanding Paul Murray. No doubt, Lismore will contend that the loss of inter-county talisman through injury had a vital impact on the result, but not even their most partisan supporters are likely to argue against the fact that over the hour their side came up second best against a team who were recording their first SHC victory since 1990. It was all Lismore in the opening quarter, following John Prendergast opening point in the third minute. Maurice Shanahan added a couple more before minor county star Jack Prendergast found the net following good work by Maurice and Dan. Dan followed with another before Pa Greene opened Cappouin's account with a point. Dan Shanahan and Shane O’Rourke exchanged points before a breath-taking Cappoquin move involving county minor players Andy Molumby and Aaron O’Sullivan ended with Molumby flashing the ball past Seanie Barry to re-ignite a game that looked to have burned to its embers. Cappoquin were still five points in arrears 1-11 to 1-06 at the break. but were quickly into their stride on the restart with points from Shane O’Rourke and Aaron O’Sullivan. Their half back line began to dominate and their attack thrived on a decent supply of ball. Suddenly, the Lismore rearguard struggled to cope with the pace and skill of the Cappouin attack, Shane O’Rourke punished them from play and frees while Aaron O’Sullivan was a constant thorn in their side- with only two points separating the sides. Killian O’Sullivan (not for the first time) proved what a prolific goal poacher he is, when guiding his

brother Aaron’s delivery past Barry to give the Cornerstone side the lead for the first time in the fiftieth minute. However, another man well used to raising green flags, Dan Shanahan seized his opportunity following a mix-up in the Cappoquin defence to restore his sides advantage a couple of minutes later. It was tough and tense to the finish afterwards, Shane O’Rourke with a prodigious long range free levelled. Paul Murray landed a spectacular lead point for Cappouin. Following a costly miss from a close in free, Ray Barry brought the sides level from another. But Paul Murray had the last say, a point struck from well beyond the 65 metre line. Every Cappouin player deserves credit for the manner in which they refused to throw in the towel and also for their splendid hurling throughout on a day which did much to restore supporters’ faith in the club’s future, following the first round defeat against Mt. Sion. The game was a set-back to Lismore, not least the unfortunate injury to Maurice Shanahan. On behalf of all Cappoquin/Affane Club members we wish Maurice a speedy recovery and fervently hope to see him return to full fitness for the County’s championship clash with Cork on June 6th. Scorers: Cappoquin: Shane O’Rourke 0-9 (7f), Andy Molumby 1-1, Killian O’Sullivan 1-0, Aaron O’Sullivan 0-3, Pa Greene, Shane Coughlan and Paul Murray 0-1 each. Cappoquin Panel: Donal O’Rourke; Pat Morrissey, Colm Looby, Damien McCarthy; David Cahillane, Timmy Looby, Shane Murray; Keith Landers, Pa Greene; Shane O’Rourke, Paul Murray, Andy Molumby; Aaron O’Sullivan, Killian O’Sullivan, Shane Coughlan. Subs: PJ Curran (8), Evan McGrath (53), Tommy McCarthy (60), Darren Curran, Gavin McCarthy, Moss Noonan, Jack Mangan, Colin Landers, Keith Farrell, Brian Crotty, Killian Denn, Nathan O’Mahoney, Sean Cullinane.

SARGENT CUP Cappoquin senior hurlers take on Passage in the third round of the Sargent Cup this Thursday, May 21st in the Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE FIXTURES 2015 U-11 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY FIXTURE Rd 5 Friday, May 29th at 6.30 pm Cappoquin (H) V Kilrossanty in The Sportsfield. U-12 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY FIXTURE Rd 4 Friday, May 22nd at 6.30 pm Cappoquin (H) V Naomh Bhrid in The Sportsfield. BOOKING OF FIELDS With a number of teams now training and a lot of fixtures in the Sportsfield, we would like to remind all team managers to please ensure they book the field with Maria Scanlan prior to training.

Kill CLUB LOTTO Dunphy’s Bar was the venue for last Monday nights (11th May) Lotto draw. We had no winner of the jackpot worth €10,000, nor had we any match 3s so the lucky dip prizes went to Catherine Mooney, Dunabrattin and Eimear Corcoran, Rathanny. Both receive €25 for their troubles. The numbers drawn on this occasion were 19, 24, 25, 26. The next draw is in Kirwan’s, where the jackpot is still €10,000, with the second jackpot now at €1,050. JUNIOR HURLING Well done to Fenor hurlers who made it 2 wins out of 2 last Friday night in Walsh Park, when they defeated Ballyduff. Trailing by a point at the break, they quickly went 3 ahead before Ballyduff tied the game up with 10 mins to go. But a scoring bust of 2-2 in those final 10 minutes proved decisive as they won by 2-14 to 0-12. Next up is Clonea this Sunday evening, 24th May at 6.30 p.m, with the venue still to be decided.

GAA CLUB NOTES

St. St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles U-14 FOOTBALL Portlaw were our opponents in the eastern semi-final of the Div. 2 championship last Monday night, 11th May in Kill. In a goal fest we were just edged out by two points and so our football season ends for our U-14s. It was a great game that swung too and fro but when the final whistle blew the tannery boys won it on a scoreline of 10-3 to 8-7. Thanks to all the lads for their efforts and to Martin Allen and Dan Delaney for their time with this team. U-13 FOOTBALL Kill was once again the venue for Rd. 3 game versus Rathgormack last Thurs. evening, 14th May, in a crucial game. Defeat would have dented our ambitions for the year, but our lads rose majestically to the occasion winning on a 4-12 to 2-1 scoreline. It was nip and tuck for most of the first half, but a scoring bust just before halftime put us in a great position for the second half as we led by 9 at the break. We added 2-3 on the resumption and so we secure a semi-final berth with still a game to go. Our final game is against Tramore and we will have a report next week. U-12 HURLING Ballyduff obliged us last Saturday morning and played us in a very entertaining challenge which should stand to us for the remaining city league fixtures. U-9 HURLING Kill was a hive of activity as De La Salle and Butlerstown visited last Wednesday evening, 13th May to play our 2 teams in a blitz. Another very enjoyable evening for all concerned as our boys and girls may I add, proved more than a match for the opposition. NATIONAL LEAGUE CUP VISITS NAOMH MHUIRE Our very own Michael Harney was the star of the show along with the cup last Saturday afternoon as the 'duo' along with Stradbally’s U-6/7/8's hurlers visited Kill for a game and plenty of photos. A beautiful May day greeted everyone as the kids had a fantastic time. Well done to all involved for organising the event and let’s hope it inspires some to follow in Michael’s footsteps.

Noamh Brid Naomh Brid LEAGUES Last week the under 9 lads played the Brickey’s at home, once again the opposition proved too strong but they tried hard all the way. This week we are due to play Cois Brid in hurling at the Tallow venue and next Monday the same team will come down to us for Football. The Under 11 hurling team had a good win over Kilrossanty on Friday evening in Leamybrien, hopefully we can maintain this improvement. Next up for this group is a home game vs St. Oliver’s on Friday, May 29th. The next Under 12 game is fixed for this Friday, May 22nd - away to Cappoquin at 6.30 p.m. SEMI-FINAL Unfortunately there was no joy for either the Under 14 or Minor footballers in their semi-final matches last week. CLUB NOTES If any person or group in the club wants to include match news, fixtures or photos etc in the weekly notes please send email to the club PRO. Email address is (nb-pro@outlook.ie) These need to be received by Sunday evening at 6pm for inclusion that week.

Modeligo UNWANTED CLOTHING & SCRAP METAL COLLECTION Modeligo GAA Club will hold a fundraising Scrap metal collection on this coming Saturday, May 23rd, between 11 am & 1 pm at Modeligo Community Centre. This event will run in conjunction with a collection of Unwanted Clothing on the same day. So in the meantime, root out any scrap metal items that you may have, don't throw away your unwanted items, just bag them and we will gladly take them as long as they are in good condition! An example of some items of clothing which are acceptable are; • Bed linen. • Belts & Bags. • Shoes (MUST be in pairs!) • Curtains. • Soft cuddly toys. On this occasion, we will also take a collection of the following items; • Unwanted Laptops (must be intact & with charging leads) • Mobile Phones • Magazines • Diaries • Books (But NO SCHOOL-BOOKS!) In the collection of Scrap metal, please note that the following items CANNOT be accepted; • Gas cylinders • White Goods (Fridges; Washing machines; Dishwashers etc.) If you do have any items suitable for this recycling drive, but are unable to get them to the Community Centre on the day, you can arrange collection by contacting any of the following in advance. ¤ Tom O'Byrne (086) 3605202 ¤ John Fitzgerald (087) 7696510 ¤ Dolores Reddy (087) 6504774 ¤ Máiréad McGrath (087)7986586

¤ Kieran McCarthy (087)2786829 WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP MODELIGO 0-17; ARDMORE 1-14 Sunday last saw our hurlers return to the Intermediate championship when they faced Ardmore in the opening championship game for both clubs. With both sides here eager to get off to a good start in what is a highly competitive grade, it was obvious right from the throw-in that there was going to be a good hour of hurling here, and after an entertaining game, the sides could not be separated. Both sides may have been disappointed not to have secured a win, but on reflection, the point gained for the draw might just prove very valuable yet, as Ballysaggart and Shamrocks also drew in the other game in the group. All round this was a good display from our lads and an encouraging start to their return to the Intermediate championship. Plenty to work on, but there's plenty to build on too. WESTERN JUNIOR "B" HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo will play their second game in the Western Junior "B" Championship on Sunday next, May 24th when we face An Rínn in Bushy Park GAA Grounds at 2 pm. A spirited performance from the lads saw them eventually seal a win by three points in their first game against the Geraldines and hopefully they can build on that result on Sunday next. The support that came along to get behind the lads for their first championship outing was a huge boost, so if possible, please come along to get behind the lads again on Sunday. FIXTURES & DATES FOR THE DIARY Please note the following Official Fixtures & upcoming event dates for our local Club; ● Tuesday evenings; Camogie training at 6:30 pm in Modeligo community sportsfield ● Saturday, May 23rd: Fundraising Collection of Unwanted Clothing & Scrap Metal; Modeligo Community Centre from 11 am to 1 pm. ● Sunday, May 24th; Western Junior "B" Hurling Championship vrs. An Rínn. At 2 pm in Bushy Park. ● Saturday, May 30th: West Junior Football Championship vrs. Affane. At 8 pm Fraher Field. ● Saturday, June 6th: West Junior Football Championship vrs. Shamrocks. At 7:30 pm in Clashmore. PREMIUM BUTCHER'S U-14 CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo 7-9; An Rínn 0-2. Played in the Gaeltacht on Tuesday evening last, Modeligo recorded their third win in the championship and are now qualified for a County Semi-final against Butlerstown in this grade. Well done to all involved. Unfortunately, the camogie side from Modeligo National School had no such luck earlier in the same day, losing out to a stronger Clashmore side in their Cumann na mBunscoil semi-final. CAMOGIE TRAINING Modeligo Camogie training for junior infants up to u-16 will continue each Tuesday at 6:30 pm in Modeligo Community Field. New and existing members are all welcome. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP The semi-finals of the County Minor Football Division 2 Championship took place on Tuesday, May 12th in Pairc Uí Fhearichair as a double header. After a good display in the opening half, Naomh Bríd trailed by just 2 points at the break, but gave way to a sharper and fitter Brickey Rangers side in the second period. Final score here was 3-17 to 3-5. In the second semi-final between Rathgormack and Cois Bríd, the Tallow/Shamrocks combination held out to book a county final spot. The local lads will now concentrate on the hurling Championship which starts on the first week of July, immediately after the Leaving Cert.

Geraldines JUNIOR “A” HURLING On Sunday, 17th May the lads played Tallow in the second round of the Junior “A” Hurling Championship. The lads got off to a good start with a point from Eamon. However, Tallow were playing with a breeze in the first half and they made it count by being 7 points to 3 up after 20 minutes. The lads closed the gap with points from Ger through frees and from play. Half-time score was Tallow 0-9; Gers 0-7. The second half started with both sides exchanging points before the lads scored a goal with the strike coming from Stephen Kenefick but it was deflected into the goal by a Tallow defender. This bought the sides level and set up a tight finish to this game. Tallow won a penalty but they made a mess of it by crossing the 21 metre line but the free out was misshit and we struggled to clear our lines which resulted in Tallow getting a goal. The Gers finished stronger with points from Ger, Aidan and Stevie Keane to see out the victory. Final score Geraldines 1-16; Tallow 1-13 Team: E. Kenefick, J. Landers, S. Fitzgerald, J. Healy, R. Fitzgerald, J. Maher, S. Hally, R. Connery, S. Keane, M. O’ Brien, E. Mernin, S. Kenefick, M. Lynch, G.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Ballysaggart under 16 county D champions with a victory over Kilrossanty last Sunday.

O’Donovan, K. Mernin. Subs: A. Dwyer for K. Mernin, B. Dwyer for M. Lynch

FIXTURES Junior “B” Hurling Championship Vs Brickey Rangers on Sunday, 24th May at 2:00 pm in Colligan. Intermediate Hurling League Vs Brickey Rangers on Saturday, 23rd May at 7:30 pm in Bushy Park. DEISE DRAW Anyone who would like to buy Deise Draw tickets contact Dave Cullinane or Declan Sheridan. Tickets cost €10.

Brickeys Rangers Brickey Rangers LOTTO This week’s lotto took place in the Local Bar where there was a jackpot of €4,150. The numbers drawn were 4, 9, 13, 23. There was no winner on the night. The €25 winners were Catherine Nugent, Eddie Walsh, Deirdre Keohan, Gillian & Andy Hickey. The next draw will take place in the Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €4,300. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw members can get a 15% discount in Elvery’s Sports up to 31st July, 2015. If you have a Deise Draw ticket and wish to avail of the offer please contact Mary McGrath to get your voucher. COUNTY FINAL Best of luck to the Minor football team in the County Final this Wednesday against Cois Brid. Also the club would like to congratulate them on an excellent performance in the semi against Naomh Brid. UNDER 8 TRAINING After a short break it is back to the grindstone ie training for the younger lads. See you all at 10.30 a.m. on Saturday next. 1.5 hours of training for all under 8's broken into hurling and football so bring along your Hurley helmet and gumsheild. All players to wear shin guards and bring a drink. U-9 & U-10 Continue training every Friday at 6 p.m. A special Thanks to Pat Moore of Waterford GAA Coaching for assisting with training last Friday. It was great to see the players going though their drills. U-9 continue their league Football & Hurling matches each Monday. Players to be advised by text. UNDER 12 & 14 TRAINING Training each Friday and matches notified by text. FEILE HURLING We played De la Salle on Wednesday night last and from the off the lads gave it their all, they hurled their little hearts out as a place in the County Feile Final was at stake, the Brickey boys were hungry for success and this was reflected in the final score board. Well done to the players, mentors and to the supporters who came in large numbers to see the home team win. We now play Mount Sion in the County Final on Wedsnesday next in Waterford at 7.30 p.m. The joys of a successful club are apparent more so on this Wednesday night when our minor footballers will play their final in Dungarvan at the same time that the under 14's play in Waterford. NATIONAL FEILE FINAL The news came through at the later end of last week that both finalists in the final would qualify for the national final in a venue yet to be decided but it will be in one of the Northern Counties on the weekend of June 19th. The excitement of this announcement was visible through all ages in the club, was this the first group to represent the club, was the this the first juvenile group to travel to Feile? All of the memory men were enlisted and the club has been represented in Feile in recent times when it was held in Waterford and they

reached a Divisional final. Once the initial excitement wore off the next thing to be discussed was how will we get there...... An injection of finance will be needed and with this in mind the ball has started rolling, we have set a fundraising target and when all the players and parents put their shoulder to the wheel the can do attitude has surpassed all expectations. Watch out for the Feile fundraisers this Saturday coming we will have a Bring and Buy Cake Sale in Bushy Park, between 11 am and 1 pm. This sale will incorpate a coffee morning and book sale, all donations greatly accepted. Call in for a cuppa and a chat on Saturday morning next. UNDER 14 WESTERN FINAL On Sunday last the under 14 footballers on a high from their recent success in qualifying for the Feile County Final, played the Nire in Fraher Field, the boys who are in top form at the minute started how they meant to go on and played hell for leather under the watchful eye of the mentors who have brought on this young team to competining with the best of the county. The boys took the lead within 3 minutes and never relinquished this lead, fair play to all from no 1 to number 21, a great team effort and looking forward to the County Final already. The captain Jack Lombard accepted the plaque on behalf of his team-mates, he thanked the mentors, players and parents, he wished the Nire well. ANNUAL FOOTBALL BLITZ The annual Football Blitz has once again come around, week 1 this Wednesday night in Bushy Park will see the original 8 teams line out in what is fantastic competition that was born many years ago when there was little or no competition for the under age kids, the participating teams as was on day 1 and as is now are, Brickey Rangers, St Oliver's, Cappoquin, Abbeyside, Kilrossanty & Clashmore. As we are the host club for night 1 which is under 8 we would appreciate any help from any of the members who are not attending any of the match in either Waterford or Dungarvan. First match will commence at 6.30pm. SYMPATHY The club wishes to offer it condolences to Martin Whelan and family Carriglea on the untimely death of his sister Josephine Flynn recently.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €2,800 held in Crottys Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday Night 17/05/15. Numbers were 8, 10, 17, 24. €30 to the following people Nicholas P. Power, Ballyshunnock; Siobhan O'Sullivan, Friary College. Seller’s prize of €30 Ger Connors, Adramone Next. Clotto held In Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 24/5/15 for a Jackpot of €2,900.On duty on the Night Sean Lennon & Robbie Whelan. Places where Clotto`s can be purchased: Crottys Inn Leamybrien; Micilins Bar Kilrossanty; Veale’s Supermarket Leamybrien; Walsh's DayTo-Day Service Leamybrien; Monica’s Dungarvan. MEMBERSHIP 2015 Membership for 2015 can now be paid online. This will be a great advantage to everyone as it will take all the hassle out of bringing the money to the membership officer. The major benefit is for all those who may be living away from home. This is the only way to go. The link to pay online is available on our social media pages. RECYCLED CLOTHES We are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAA club and put them

in the recycling bin. PHELAN CUP Our senior footballers play their final game in the league tonight, Wednesday the 20th. The lads travel to neighbours Stradbally to take on the home side. This will be good preparation for the next championship game. The game is timed for an 8 pm throw-in. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our junior footballers play their second championship game this Thursday evening against An Rinn in Dungarvan club ground at 7:30 pm. The lads will be hoping to get their second win on the board after beating the Brickeys in their opening fixture. The lads will play their 3rd round fixture away to St. Saviours on the following Friday the 29th and will again play the following Friday the 5th June against Gaultier. The lads have a busy period coming up over the next few week. JUVENILE NOTES Training: Continues on Monday evenings at 7 pm. New members always welcome. Membership €10 per child or €40 per family. Please ensure that all membership is paid as soon as possible and any outstanding 'Code of Conduct' to be returned immediately. Membership is necessary for all juvenile players if you have not registered please do so ASAP. "If you don't pay you can't play " Micro Helmets are available to order through the club starting at €35. Azzurri helmets start at €25. Money must be paid up front with your order the helmets are blue and white unless otherwise stated. Text can also be added e.g. club name, players name etc. the club colours are also available. Please contact 0871227678 if you wish to order a helmet.

Tourin LEAGUE GAME Tourin play Ardmore in Ardmore this Sunday, 24th May at 11.30 am. Players will be notified through the usual texting service. BAG PACK Just to reminder that Tourin Community Hall will be having a bag pack at Tescos, Youghal on Saturday, 20th June. It would be great if people made their services available for a few short hours in order to raise funds for the hall. New faces as well as the usual suspects are most welcome to give a hand. FIELD DAY Keep Sunday, 28th June free in your diary as Tourin will be holding a Field Day. There will be a varied line-up with lots to entertain people from all walks of life. More details will emerge over the coming weeks. OMISSION Well I do not know where my head was last week but I omitted to include Niall Leahy in the Tourin panel that played Ballysaggart. The only thing that I can do for you Niall is to make a few extra buns when you place that order from the voucher!!! DEISE DEVELOPMENT Anyone wishing to purchase a ticket for this draw should contact the officers of the club. LOCAL INTERMEDIATE MATCH In Tourin’s Intermediate group game Ballysaggart drew with Shamrocks while Ardmore drew with Modeligo. In the senior hurling ranks, new comers Cappoquin beat Lismore by the narrowest of margins at Ballyduff GAA grounds. WHITE LINES I notice that there are at long last two new sets of white line markings at two junctions around the Tourin hinterland. Just up from Tourin Hall, there are lines (yes on the road) as you turn left into Lismore and again at the location called The White Gates (Tubrid/Killahala). The long and the short of it is to please obey these road markings!

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

GAA CLUB NOTES

An Phobal Sean Phobal AnSean CHAMPIONSHIP Training continues on the usual nights as we try to get back on track for our next game which is still some way off. PEIL NA MBAN Bhí árd-bhua ag An Sean Phobal sa chluiche leath-cheannais i gcomórtas na Sraithe an deireadh seachtaine seo caite. The ladies were very impressive in their defeat of Tramore on a score of 0-19 to 1-01 in the Division 2 (11-a-side) competition. They will contest the final next Saturday at a time and venue yet to be decided. So Sean phobal supporters have something to shout for. Bígí ann chun tacaíocht a thabhairt dóibh. Check elsewhere in the local papers, or keep your ear to the ground for full details of the final. SYMPATHY Tháinig an ghlaoch deireannach chuigh Peig Bean Uí Chadhla an tSeachtain seo chaite. Bean ba ea í go raibh suim aici i gcónaí in imeachtaí an pharóiste agus a thug cabhair agus cúnamh go fial agus go minic. The sympathy of the club is extended to Peter, Siobhán, Patricia and the extended family. Leaba i measc na naoimh go raibh aici. The sympathy of the entire area is extended to John and Margaret Cronin and family, Lissarow, on the passing of their son, Johnny. May he rest in peace. We remember also Agnes Barry R.I.P and pass on our sympathy to her family and relatives. GET WELL WISHES Mar bhárr ar gach donais, gortaíodh Tomás Ó Gealbháin sa chluiche le Má Dheilge. Droch scéal é seo do Thomás féin agus don bhfoireann. Tá súil againn go léir a Thomáis, go mbeidh tú i mbárr do shláinte arís, sar ibhfad. We sent our best wishes also to Maurice Power, presently recuperating in hospital. Maurice is a former player and leading light in Aisteóirí an tSean Phobail. Glad to hear that you are on the mend Maurice.

Ballinameela Ballinameela WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Stradbally 1-18; Ballinameela 1-8 Our opening bout of the Western Intermediate hurling championship didn’t go to plan as a lacklustre display saw us fall to a heavy defeat to Stradbally. Playing in fine hurling conditions in Colligan, we started poorly and fell behind to an early flurry of Stradbally points. Even at that early stage we looked off the pace and were fortunate on a number of occasions to only concede white flags as high breaking ball caused trouble, with Stradbally eager to capitalise on the breaks. Their hunger to win those rucks and battles all over the field was, in truth, one of the biggest differences on the night. Gaps were appearing behind our final line of defence and we were duly punished as a handpass over the top found a Stradbally man unmarked on the edge of the small square. Left with little choice, goalkeeper Donagh Looby was forced to commit the foul but it wasn’t enough as the ball still found the back of the net during the exchange. Advantage was played and the goal stood. Despite being second best in the majority of the individual contests around the field, we were handed a lifeline when a long range free from Brendan Phelan travelled unimpeded to the back of the net. We finished a bit better and added a few points. Remarkably we entered the break only trailing by two, 1-8 to 1-6. Having played poorly and yet still being in with a fighting chance, the second half promised much in terms of a fightback. It never materialised. We continued where we left off and could only muster two points to add to our total in the second period, both placed balls. Stradbally, on the other hand, found the killer instinct that had been missing in the first half and were far more clinical in dispatching the chances that came their way. Our ranks were reduced to 14 midway through the second half and our opponents moved through the gears thereafter to see the game home comfortably. Team: Donagh Looby, James Shine, Colin Walsh, Kealan Looby, Jason Morrissey, Kevin Phelan, Lorcan Looby, Brendan Phelan, Tom Curran, Mikey Phelan, Stevie McGrath, Chris Troy, Micheál Culloo, John Harrington, Cian Culloo. Subs: Paul Curran for Mikey Phelan, Micheál Shine for Colin Walsh, Brian Phelan for Chris Troy, Jim Curran for Stevie McGrath. Darren Mulcahy.

AN RINN 4-14; BALLINAMEELA 1-7. The re-fixed first round of the championship was a crunch game for us – win and we could look forward to our remaining fixtures safe in the knowledge that qualification remained in our own hands. Lose, however, and we would be under big pressure in our remaining two games to secure the points to have any chance of progressing. Unfortunately, the latter was exactly what transpired as we ended up on the wrong side of a comprehensive scoreline for the second occasion in the championship. This time, at least, the commitment and heart

St. Declans, Kilmacthomas who beat Dungarvan CBS in the Post Primary Schools Senior A Football final. of the team was much closer to what would normally be expected. We started the game brightly and took an early 3 points to 1 lead. Another two scores were swapped to leave us 0-4 0-2 to the good after 15 minutes and playing well. The pace throughout the Gaeltacht side was evident early on and it was taking high levels of work from our forwards in particular to ensure that our opponents were disrupted sufficiently to prevent them from delivering good early ball to their inside lines. It was a cruel twist that the opening goal came about from a Ballinameela mistake. A mix-up in communication around the middle of the field saw a pass go astray and possession eagerly seized upon by the opposition. Moving the ball down our left wing at pace, they made no mistake with their first chance to run at our defence. The danger seems to be contained as we got bodies back, but a short lobbed pass from the 21 and a first time volley saw the ball nestle in the back of our net and, for the first time, the initiative had been taken for us. It is a worry for the team that we never truly managed to seize it back. We did manage to put the ball in the net but, unlike the previous week, no advantage accrued for us and the ball was brought back for a 21-yard free. Brendan Phelan stood over it but his connection was not what he would have liked, top spin not bringing the ball down quick enough to bounce and his effort was saved and cleared. The remaining scores went to An Rinn, leaving the score at half-time at 1-6 to 0-4. Determined to banish the poor second half showing from the Stradbally game, we started brightly and a bursting run from Brendan yielded another point. Again, though, we fell victim to the quick running game when a break down our right hand side, followed by some quick hand-passes released a Ring man for a well taken goal to slow any momentum we had begun to muster. We did hit back when Micheál Culloo was deemed to have been fouled in the box after being released by Brian Phelan who had won good primary possession. Brendan again stepped up, but this time it was only one man on the line that faced him for the penalty instead of five for the 21. The novelty of the situation with the new penalty rule didn’t faze him as he opted to place the ball into the bottom right hand corner, 2-9 to 1-6. It was to be as good as it got, however, as we found it increasingly difficult to navigate through the tightly packed Ring defence while their forwards enjoyed increased time and space on the ball. We perhaps opted too many times to try to force a goal instead of taking the points on offer and we only added 0-1 in the final 15 minutes. An Rinn added 2-5 in the same period as they finished the game with a flourish. It was perhaps unfair to us that the margin was so great in the end but there is no denying that once Ring took the ascendency they were the superior outfit. Plenty to ponder as we now have a good break before our final two group games against the Brickeys and Clashmore in that order. Team: Donagh Looby, Cian Culloo, Kealan Looby, Micheál Shine, John Harrington, Kevin Phelan, Jason Morrissey, Brendan Phelan, Tom Curran, Stevie McGrath, Mikey Phelan, Micheál Culloo, Jim Curran, Brian Phelan, Paul Curran. Subs: Chris Troy for Paul Curran. Darren Mulcahy, Shane Flavin, Lorcan Looby, Rob Shine.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Intermediate Hurling League: Saturday, 23rd of May – Ballinameela v Colligan in Colligan at 7:30 pm. Junior Hurling (Intermediate-Attached) Sunday, 24th of May - Ballinameela v Clashmore in Ardmore at 2:30 pm.

Upper Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff (MAIN SPONSOR KENNEALLY STEEL) SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Senior Hurlers played Tallow in the second round of the senior hurling championship on Friday night in Lismore. Another local derby against Tallow played out in Lismore proved to be a tight and well contested affair. The teams were level on a total of 9 occasions over the hour,

however 5 unanswered Tallow points from the 47th to 60th minute gave Tallow a 5 point win. In a slow start Ballyduff had a single Mike Kearney point on the board by the 10th minute when a William Henley shot dropped short and ended in the back of the Ballyduff net. Ballyduff responded immediately when a low ball into the Tallow square directed to Mikey Kearney saw Mikey being pulled down resulting in a penalty which Mike duly dispatched to the net. Kevin Casey pointed either side of three Tallow points which were scored in a three minute period. The two sides traded points for the remainder of the half with the Ballyduff scores from Andrew Casey, Eoin Scanlon, Mikey Kearney and Jamie Kearney to leave the sides level on 1-7 apiece at half-time. Ballyduff were quick out of the blocks in the second half with 3 points on the boards within 5 minutes of the restart courtesy of a Mikey Kearney free followed by points from Stephen Molumphy and a long range effort from Andrew Casey. A second Tallow goal a minute later hauled back Ballyduff’s 3 point lead. Three Mikey Kearney frees were cancelled out by Tomas Ryan also from frees. Tallow finished the game the stronger and scored 5 unanswered points in the final quarter to give them a 2-15 to 1-13 victory. The next senior championship fixture is expected to be played on the weekend of June 20th versus Fourmilewater. Ballyduff panel and scorers: Brendan Hannon, Jamie Hannon, Tommy Molumphy, Shane Hannon, Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney, Colm Horgan, Seamus Hannon, Jamie Kearney, (0-1) Mikey Kearney, (1-6, 0-6f, 1-0 penalty) Stephen Molumphy (0-1), Eoin Scanlon (0-1), Kevin Casey, (0-2) Tom Feeney, Andrew Casey, (0-2). Subs used: Cian Leamy for Brian Kearney for and Denis McDonagh, David Walsh, Oisin Hickey, Ger Feeney, Maurice McNamara, Martin Feeney, Eoin O’Brien, Tommy Feeney.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Sunday, May 24th at 2 pm Senior Hurling League v Dungarvan in Ballyduff Friday, 29th May at 7:30 pm Intermediate football championship v Geraldines in Lismore JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our junior hurlers played St. Marys on Sunday afternoon in the first round of the Western Junior A Championship in Colligan. On the day St. Marys proved to be the stronger team and played some nice hurling. St. Marys took a 0-11 to 0-6 lead into the half-time break. The final score was St. Marys 1-23 to Ballyduff 0-11. On a positive note this game saw the introduction of Oisin Hickey, Micheal Hannighan, Tomas McDonagh, Conor Sheehan and Bill Keane to adult hurling championship. Well done to these young players and we hope they will all progress as the year and years roll on. Panel and scorers: Conor Sheehan, Conor Hannon, Aidan Feeney, Bill Keane, Maurice McNamara (0-1), Ger Feeney, Oisin Hickey, John Twomey (0-2), Seamus Mills (0-1), Tommy Feeney (0-1), Mike Drislane (0-3, 1f), Jack Daly, Colin Keane (0-1), Kenneth Geary, David Walsh (0-2, 1f), Gerry O’Donovan, Micheal Hannighan, Tomas McDonagh, Michael Ahern, Kevin Moroney.

SUPERVALU KITS FOR KIDS Riordan’s Supervalu Fermoy is currently running a “Kits for Kids” promotion. The promotion works as follows: When €20 is spent in Supervalu Fermoy you will receive a token. Just pop this token in the Ballyduff GAA collection box in store. Clubs must collect 2,000 tokens to receive a training kit containing training balls, bibs, cones water bottles etc. The promotion runs until July. GOLDEN GOAL The club is running a Golden Goal fundraiser for the upcoming Munster Championship SemiFinal between Cork and Waterford on June 7th. Tickets will be on sale from club players and committee members over the next few weeks at a cost of €2 ticket and the prize for the winning ticket is €500. BALLYDUFF UPPER JUVENILE U-9 HURLING & FOOTBALL LEAGUE We played the 4th round of the hurling league away to the Brickey Rangers in Bushy Park last Monday. The weather was unkind and it was a tough match. Next Monday, 25th May, we play

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the 4th and final round of the Football League at home against the Brickey Rangers. FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Congratulations to all the boys and girls in Ballyduff Upper who made their First Holy Communion last Saturday. Well done and we hope you enjoyed your day! U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE – SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY We played Cappoquin last Thursday at home in Ballyduff in what was a good game and well contested, with plenty skill shown by both sides. U-14 WESTERN FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-14’s will be playing Stradbally in the Western Final Football Championship this Sunday, 24th May. Further details will be sent by text. Well done on getting this far and we wish them all the best of luck! U-10 HURLING BLITZ We are holding our annual U-10 hurling tournament this weekend. It will be a busy few days, and we would greatly appreciate the help of our current parents and parents of past players on Friday evening and Saturday. There will be plenty of action with teams from Cork, Waterford and Tipperary participating. Anyone willing to help out on the day with Tea/Coffee etc, please contact Martina on 086 8264629 or Brendan on 086 8626602. CÚL CAMP DATES This year’s Cúl Camp will take place from Monday, 13th July – Friday, 17th July. All details and payment can be made online at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact Martina Joyce on 086 826 4629.

Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh Chartaigh Naomh Juvenile (LISMORE/ BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) 2015 KELLOGG’S GAA CUL CAMPS DATES FOR NAOMH CHARTAIGH CLUB AUGUST 17th TO AUGUST 21st Application forms have been circulated through the primary schools for this very popular summer camp. The camp in Lismore is being run this year from August 17th to August 21st. Applications can be made on line at kellogsculcamps.gaa.ie. Please note that by registering online our club will enter a competition to win a Coaching Clinic with KARL LACEY OR HENRY SHEFFLIN. Alternatively completed application forms with the appropriate fee can be returned to the school. Cost of camp is as follows: €55 for the first child, €45 for the second and €40 for the third and any other child from the same family. Any queries please contact Ber on 087 0903292 or Nora on 085 7309471. Camp is open to boys and girls aged 6 to 13 years of age. Also for your information, please have your applications in by JUNE 1st to receive your kit in time for camp. Otherwise kit will not be received until week of camp. No exceptions rules are rules. U-9s Our U-9s played Fourmilewater on Monday night last away. U-8s Thanks to Ballyduff for inviting the U-8s to play them in a match at home last Monday evening. U-12s & U-10s U-10s played Abbeyside at home on Saturday morning, while our U-12s played them away on the Friday night. All age groups playing great and enjoying the game which is the most important thing.

Clonea Clonea OUTDOOR CAMOGIE Outdoor Camogie continues every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 7.30pm for the following panels:Under 6 (born 2009 and 2010) contact Kevin on 086-2215401, Under 8 (born 2007 and 2008) contact Roisin on 087-2472007, Under 10 (born 2005 and 2006) contact Bridget on 087-3141338 and Under 12 (born 2003 and 2004) contact Joe on 087-6755018. All players bring €1 and a drink.

UNDER 14 CAMOGIE Best of luck to our Under 14 Camogie players who play the County Semi-final this Wednesday. Result in next week’s notes JUVENILE BLOTTO Next draw is Sunday, 31st May in Clancy’s Bar. Jackpot is now €5,500. Please support us

Mitchels John Mitchel's SPONSORED CYCLE On 4th July we are running a sponsored cycle from John Mitchel’s GAA Club Tralee to our home in Fews. Distance 200kms. These cyclists will be joined in Mallow by another group for a 100kms trip back to Fews. This will be a fully supported cycle and is open to anyone who wants to take part whether a member of the club or just wishing to test yourself on a long distance cycle. The younger members of the club will join the group at the 5km mark with everyone finishing together at our grounds. A bbq and music will round off the day. Sponsorship cards will be in circulation over the coming weeks. For more information and to book a place contact Gary 0877629846 or Molly 0879654173. UNDERAGE Training takes place Tuesday evening this week due to school sports taking place later in the week. Our u-10’s take part in a blitz in Carriganore this Saturday at 11 a.m. Can all coaches attend training this week as due to the extra numbers in the field we require more help. CONFIRMATIONS AND COMMUNIONS Congratulations to all members of our underage club who received the blessed sacrament over the past few weeks. Both days went off really well in Fews Church.

Rathgormack MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Hard luck to our minors who were beaten by Cois Brid on Tuesday night last on a scoreline of 3-8 to 2-10. A spirited performance from this team but our lack of accuracy on the night cost us. U-16 FOOTBALL All roads lead to Fraher Field this Saturday (23rd May) afternoon as our U16s take on Tramore iget to Dungarvan on Saturday and show your support. Best of luck to all involved.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet SYMPATHY The Club would like to sympathise with the O'Gorman family, Lismore, on the death of Patricia (Pat) O’Gorman (née O'Connor) RIP whose brother Brian played for us. JUNIOR HURLING We started our campaign against the Geraldines, after playing against the wind in the first half we found ourselves ten points down at half time. We made a good start in the second half to bring it back to six points an were unlucky to miss a goal chance, with that the Ger’s picked things up again and kept the scoreboard ticking with some good points and got a two goals towards the end. We played Abbeyside on Sunday, it what was an even enough first ten minutes, after which Abbeyside blitzed us with 3-5 in a five minute spell. After a few words at half-time the lads came out and gave a very spirited second half performance. We move back to the football now where we play the Geraldines in two week’s time.

Ardmore ARDMORE GAA LOTTO Lotto Results w/c 4th May for a Jackpot of €8,900. Number drawn were 10, 12, 13, 26. No winner! Lucky Dip winners were: two lucky dips for Josephine & Tony c/o Fleming’s Bar; Rosemary Daly c/o Keever’s; J & Q c/o Quinn’s & Ann Supple c/o An Tobar.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connor’s Bar where the jackpot is €7,200. On Sunday night last Kevin and Nora Tobin were drawn out and chose card number 44 which wasn’t the Joker although they did win €50. Bonnie Mills and Marie and Shirley won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. SENIOR HURLING On Saturday night last we recorded a fantastic victory over De la Salle in the second round of the County Championship in Fraher Field. The team played great hurling on the night to maintain our unbeaten run in both Championships to date this year. Our next game in the Championship is against Tallow, for which no date has been finalised. This Sunday we play Mt. Sion in the County League in Abbeyside at 2 pm. Team: S. DALY, E. BERGIN, C. PRUNTY, S. O’DONOVAN, M. POWER, S. O’HARE, E. COLLINS, D. COLLINS, R. FOLEY, P. HURNEY, J. HURNEY, M. O’HALLORAN, M. FERNCOMBE, G. HURNEY, S. CLIFFE. Subs: B. LOOBY, D. McGRATH.

JUNIOR HURLING On Sunday afternoon last our Junior hurlers continued their winning start to the Championship with a good win over Kilgobinet in Bushy Park. Team: L. POWER, M. COLEMAN, D. HENLEY, S. O’GORMAN, P. LYNCH, S. BRIGGS, S. O’CONNOR, D. FERNCOMBE, C. KINDREGAN, E. ENRIGHT, M. FIVES, J. POWER, J. O’BRIEN, L. HURNEY, J.O’RIORDAN. Subs: M. FIVES.

This Friday night our Junior B team play Glen Rovers in Bushy Park. MINOR FOOTBALL We would like to wish our Minor Football team the very best of luck ahead of their County Final against Gaultier in Fraher Field tonight at 8:30 pm. MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP TICKETS Any member who wishes to order tickets for the Munster Championship Semi Final game against Cork should give their name to Club Secretary Jonathon Donovan by this Sunday night. BOOKING OF FIELDS With a number of teams starting back training we would like to remind all team managers to please ensure that they book the field with Michael O’Donovan prior to training. CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €1,600. JUVENILE SECTION Minor football: Best of luck to our Minor football team who play in the county final tonight Wednesday against Gaultier. Everyone in the club wish all the players and mentors luck. Congratulations: Eveyone in the club would like to congratulate all the children of the parish who have made their communions in recent weeks and to those who will make them in the next few weeks. Under 16: Our under 16 football team also take part in a county final this Saturday against De le Salle. Like our minor team we wish everyone involved the very best of luck. Under 14: Our under 14 football team play in a western final this Sunday morning. For times of this game please look elsewhere in the issue of this paper. Under 10: Over the last few days we played a couple of challenge matches as we prepare for the Ballyduff Upper Festival of U-10 Hurling. First up was Mount Sion, on a beautiful evening in Abbeyside where, after a slow start we played much better in the second half. This is a very good Mt Sion team and a good learning curve for our lads. Then on Saturday morning just gone we travelled to Lismore, again a lovely morning for hurling. A great game was played by both clubs and you could see that the lads learned from the Mt Sion game, with improvements all- round the pitch. A couple more training sessions before Ballyduff (which is starting for us on Saturday 23rd) and we'll be well prepared for the tournament and we'll give it a right go. We are due to play De La Salle, Fourmilewater and Sarsfield. If we come out of the group we'll be playing the semi-final the following week. Also coming up we have an U-10 Western Football Tournament. Dates for your diary regarding the football are: May 27th in Ballinameela, June 10th in Kilrossanty and June 24th in Cappoquin. Outdoor hurling: Our outdoor hurling sessions continue again on Saturday morning the 16th May at our club grounds. These sessions will include under6, 7 and 8s and will run from 10.30 to 11.30. Our under 9 team will train between the time of11.30 and 12.30 at our wall ball. All are welcome to attend and it would be great to see some new faces. Helmets will be available to buy at a discounted rate at these sessions. Under 10 11 and 12: The under 10 team will train between the time of 6 and 7 on a Friday evening at the wall ball and the under 11 team between 7 and 8 on a Friday night. Our under 12 team will train between 7 and 8 on a Wednesday night again at the wall ball. Again all are welcome to attend.

The Blackwater Community School team which were defeated by De La Salle Waterford team in the final of the Waterford Colleges Under 151⁄2 A championship at the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club grounds. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Kellogs Cúl Camps: The Waterford GAA Cúl Camps are back again this year and this year they will take place In Abbeyside /Ballinacourty from June 29th to the 3rd of July. Our club co ordinator is Audrey and she can be contacted on (087) 6987388 for any information regarding these camps. Alternatively you can find information on these camps and book your place on kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

Lismore (Kindly sponsored by EAMONN'S PLACE) FIELD FIXTURES Junior / Intermediate attached Football Game: Melleray V Geraldines at Lismore Friday, 5th June at 7.30 p.m. Saturday, 6th June Ballyduff V Balilnameela at Lismore at 7.30 p.m. CLUB FIXTURE Sargent Cup Senior Hurling: Lismore V Dungarvan at Dungarvan 2 p.m. Monday, 1st June. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP V CAPPOQUIN On Sunday evening last we took the short journey to Ballyduff to play our second match of this year’s hurling championship against neighbours Cappoquin. Lismore started off the better team having 1-2 on the scoreboard within the first five minutes. Scores coming from the sticks of John and Jack Prendergast. It took until the eighth minute for Cappoquin to register their first score. Other scores in the first half came from Maurice, Dan and Ray. Just before half-time Maurice was substituted as a result of picking up a knee injury. He was replaced by Brian Bennett. Half-time scoreboard read Lismore 1-11; Cappoquin 1-6. Cappoquin in fairness never gave up and fought for every ball that came their way and kept biting into our lead and eventually took us over by two points. Then we got a goal which put us up by a point, and this proved to be our final score of the night. With Cappoquin getting two vital scores that made them winners on the night by one point. Final score Lismore 2-15; Cappoquin 2-16. Our next championship match is in June against Passage. SPEEDY RECOVERY Lismore GAA wishes Maurice a speedy recovery from the injury he picked up at the match on Sunday evening last. Also, to Peter O’Keeffe who sustained a foot injury on Sunday week last against Dungarvan. Hope to see them both on the playing field sooner rather than later. LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO The Club Lotto took place on Monday, May 18, 2015 In the Community Centre at 7.30 p.m. Numbers drawn on the night for jackpot of €16,150 are as follows: 5, 21, 22, 29. No winner. Consolation prizes went to Tomas O’Connor, Esther Celisse, Seamus Prendergast and Sharon Fitzgerald. Next week’s jackpot will be €16,300. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 12th May : Numbers drawn were 6, 8, 14 and 25. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Patrick Veale, Breeda O’Regan and Ken Horne. Next week’s jackpot is €1,500. INTERMEDIATE HURLERS On Sunday the intermediate team faced Shamrocks in the second round of the Western championship. These encounters are always going to be a closely contested match and Sundays game lived up to that legacy. Ballysaggart played against the breeze in the first half with early points coming from Shane and Kieran Bennett and a goal scored midway through this half from Shane. The half time score saw Ballysaggart edging slighty ahead on a score of 1-6 to 0-8. The opening minutes of the

second half saw the Shamrocks matching Ballysaggart point for point, so that by midway through this half the scoreline read 1-11 to 0-13. The Shamrocks found the net with a goal by the 16th minute to edge ahead for the first time. For the remaining quarter points continued to be exchanged tit for tat with both teams levelling the game on four occasions in the remaining 10 minutes. The final whistle saw both teams sharing the points on a score of Ballysaggart 1-18; Shamrocks 1-18. Team: Matty Meagher, Jack Roche, Kieran Fennessy, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Devine, Eugene O’Brien, Cailean O’Gorman, Christy Murphy, Kieran Bennett, Shane Bennett, Darren Meagher, Ken Cashel, Chris O’Gorman, Stephen Bennett, Sam Ryan. Sub used: Barry Murphy. Scorers: Shane Bennett 1-13, Kieran Bennett 0-4 Stephen Bennett 0-1.

INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED The second team face the Shamrocks B team in Lismore this Saturday in their second match, so do come along and support the team. RECYCLE COLLECTION A reminder that the Lenrec Ltd. recycle collection will be taken up on June 5th. To be ready for this collection we are organising collection dates as follows on Saturday, May 31st, a collection takes place in the hurling Field from 2–4 p.m. and on Sunday June 1st after Mass until 12 noon. On Thursday, June 4th, the collection will be from 7.30 – 8.30 p.m. If you have clothes, shoes, bags or laptops these can be dropped off at the GAA Field during those times with all proceeds from the collection going to your local GAA Club. UNDER 16 LADIES FOOTBALL Congratulations to all the girls, their team mentors and their families on their fantastic victory over Kilrossanty/Brickeys in the under 16 County D Final in Kilmacthomas on Sunday morning. From the beginning the girls were determined to ensure the title was heading to Ballysaggart for the third time. Early goals put them in the driving seat and the lead they had accumulated they were doggedly holding on to with a half time score reading 3-6 to 1-2. The second half saw the opponents doing all they could to narrowing the gap but Ballysaggart held on determinedly to their lead to finish strongly on score of 6-8 to 5-3. Well done again.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh WESTERN JUNIOR “A” H.C. GROUP 2, RD. 2 Colligan 1-25; Fourmilewater 1-10. We picked up our first win of the Divisional Junior “A” hurling Championship on Sunday afternoon last, May 17th overcoming a battling Fourmilewater outfit at the resplendent Bushy Park venue. It was important to make amends from our disappointing showing against St. Mary’s in the opening round, and the work rate and energy was way better which resulted in some excellent team scores and all round play. Whilst there’s still plenty to work on, we are off the mark and can look forward to the rest of the hurling season with plenty of confidence. Our two remaining group games are against Dungarvan and Ballyduff, no dates have been confirmed as of yet. The team that lined out last Sunday afternoon was as follows: Dean McKenna, Mike McGrath, Alan Walsh, Ray Bannon, Darren Dunford, John Morrissey, PJ Coffey, Mark Flynn, Colin Dunford, Johnny Wall, John Nick Fennell, Ross Browne, Gavin Whelan, Tom Kiely, Sean Browne. Subs: Stephen McGrath, Pa McGrath, John Flynn, Johnny Kiely, Jason Dunford, Simon Waters.

WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE We play host to Ballinameela in the 3rd round of the hurling league on Saturday evening next, May 23rd, throw-in at 7:30 pm in Colligan. UPCOMING WESTERN JFC (PREMIER) FIXTURES The Western Board have released the latest divisional Junior (Premier) football Championship fixtures, details are as follows:-

Peil Soisear Premier Na h-Emmetaigh V Tulach An Iarainn at Bushy Park 7.30 pm Thursday, 28th May Peil Soisear Premier Ath Meadhan V Na h-Emmetaigh at Pairc Ui Fhearichair 7.30 pm Friday, 5th June UPCOMING WESTERN JFC (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) FIXTURES Our Junior attached footballers have two Championship games coming up, the FIXTURE details are as follows:Peil Soisear Intermediate Attached Cnoc Mellearii V Na h-Emmetaigh at Bushy Park 7.30 pm Friday, 29th May Peil Soisear Intermediate Attached Baile na Saggairt V Na h-Emmetaigh at Dun Na Mainstreach 7.30 pm Saturday, 6th June. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club Lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday, May 11th last. The Numbers drawn were 8, 19, 22 and 28. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Mick Grace, Richard Houlihan, Betty Condon and Sinead Maher. Last Monday (18/05) night’s jackpot was worth €5,050.

Cois Bhride Bhride Cois Kindly Sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware, Tallow MINOR FOOTBALL, COIS BHRIDE INTO COUNTY FINAL Cois Bhride Minor Footballers are into a county final after a gutsy one point win over Rathgormack last Tuesday night in Fraher Field, Dungarvan. We got off to a good start with a couple of Ryan Grey points from play and then the same man added a goal from a penalty. Despite the fact we were leading we still weren't playing too well, and when Rathgormack struck for a goal they were right back into it. Then Dylan Mangan fired home a peach of a goal after a good move, and we finished the half 2-5 to 1-4 ahead. In the second half Rathgormack gradually began to erode our lead, but another penalty converted by Ryan saw us keep our noses in front. Rathgormack then fired a goal to level the match, but a marvellous point from play by that man Ryan just edged us home though it was mighty close. Final score was 3-8 to 2-10, and we now have a county final to look forward to against Brickey Rangers tonight (Wed) at 7.30 in Fraher Field. This is a good committed bunch of lads, so come along to Fraher Field on Wednesday night to give them some support. Panel; Davy Tobin, Robbie Geary, Jake Beecher, Darragh Mulcahy, Padraig Roche, Jake Neville, Kelvyn O'Farrell, Jordan Henley, John Paul Lucey, Cathal Geary, Edward Hynes, Dylan Mangan, Shane Ryan, Ryan Grey, Darragh Buckley, Ian Beecher, Billy Hynes, Alan Buckley, Cian Ryan.

UNDER 14 FOOTBALL - DIV. 2 We played The Nire In the Western SemiFinal last Monday evening in Ballymacarbry, unfortunately we were beaten.The lads played great football on the night. The match was level with five minutes to go but the Nire finished the stronger and eventually ran out the winners. Well done to all the squad. J. Geary, D. Spillane, S. Henley, E. Hurley, E. Lenehan, D. Beecher, T. Dalton, P. Hynes,C. McCarthy, M. Dalton, W. Cunningham, D. Power, D. Costello, M. Condon, J. Chambers, C. Hunt and S. Martin.

Just a reminder that hurling training will take place every Wednesday. All players will be notified by text as to time and venue. UNDER 11 HURLING Our U-11 hurlers had a great win over St. Olivers in Aglish last Friday night as part of the Town & Country League. Well done again to all involved! It is great to have two County Football Finals for the club this week; our Minors are in action first in Fraher Field on Wednesday night before our U-16 lads are in action there on Saturday morning. We would like to wish both teams all the best for these finals, it is a great

achievement by everyone involved and any support would be greatly appreciated at the games. Cois Bhride Abú ! KELLOGG`S GAA CUL CAMP This year’s Camp takes place in Knockanore, Monday, 10th August to Friday, 14th August. Application Forms have been given out at both Primary Schools so don`t forget to register on line or get your forms into our Camp Co-ordinator Lisa Henley. UPCOMING FIXTURES Wed., 20th May at 7.00 pm Fraher Field: County Minor Football Final Div 2 v The Brickeys. Friday, 22nd May at 6.30 pm: Under 12 Hurling Div 1 Home v St. Pats. Saturday, 23rd May 10.30 am Fraher Field: County Under 16 Football Final Div 3 v St. Saviours. Monday, 25th May at 6.30 pm: Under 13 Football Western Semi-Final Div 2 Home v The Brickeys. Monday, 25th May at 7pm Under 9 Div 2 Football Away v Naomh Brid. Wed., 27th May at 7.00 pm: Round 1 Under 14 Hurling Div 2 Home v Sacred Heart.

MellerayGlen Glenrovers Melleray Rovers ON Saturday last in Colligan our hurlers took on Brickey Rangers in our first hurling championship game this year. The game started slowly with points from Ray McGlone, Shane Ormonde and Mikey Crowley keeping us in touching distance of the Brickeys. A few minutes before half-time the Brickeys got in for a goal with a fine finish to leave us 2 points down at the break 1-5 to 0-6. We closed the gap in the second half through Mikey Crowley, but then the Brickeys pushed on and moved 4 points up. Mike Morris then entered the fray at full forward and within minutes he had scored 1-1 to put us level. The Brickeys then got ahead by the minimum with only minutes left. The lads dug deep and battled for everything and soon levelled approaching full time. We were then awarded a long range free which Mikey Crowley drilled over and after excellent defending for over 3 minutes of injury time we emerged victorious by a point 1-14 to 1-13. Well done to all the panel and what was a hard earned win over a very good Brickeys side. It is 2 points on the board but still a long way to go, with 4 more games to come. On Friday we had 5 players making their debut for The Glen and in total 8 of the starting 15 were aged 23 or under, which gives great hope for the future of the Club. Our thanks to all the supporters who attended and it was great to have both young and old roaring on the lads. Team: E. Byrne, G. O’Connor. P. O’Rourke, S. Coughlan, K. O’Rourke, B. Hennessy, C. O’Shea, M. Montayne, C. Flynn, S. Ormonde (0-1), R. McGlone (01), M. Crowley (0-11), D. Coleman, J. Begley, M. Bray. Subs: M. Morris (1-1), P. Cummins, J. O’Neill, R. Stewart, M. O’Rourke, P. Shelley, P. Lyons, E. Lyons, R. Lyons.

Best wishes to Shane Ormonde who received a hand injury during the game and we hope to see him back playing in the near future. Hurling training is on this Wednesday night 7.30 in Melleray with our next game this Friday night hurling against Abbeyside in Bushy Park. Upcoming Football games are Friday, 29th May, 7.30 p.m. v. Colligan in Bushy Park and Friday, 5th June, 7.30 p.m. v. Geraldines in Lismore. GOLF CLASSIC Our GAA Golf Classic takes place this Friday and Saturday at Lismore Golf Club. Tee times are still available as is hole sponsorship. Teams of 3 are €30 pp with meal included and hole sponsorship is €30. There are team prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd, Seniors, Ladies and non GUI with prizes also for nearest the pin and longest drive. So a round of golf, dinner and the chance of a prize or two for only €30. Contact any committee member for more details.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Intermediate hurlers played their second group game on Sunday last against Stradbally in the Fraher Field and were badly in need of picking up some points here after a disappointing loss to Brickey Rangers in the opening round. After playing with the wind in the first half our lads went in leading by four points thanks mainly to two firsthalf goals from John Prendergast and Brian O'Halloran. Against the stiff breeze in the second half our lads had to dig a bit deeper here and showed their worth with John Prendergast scoring his second goal which left us winners at the end by 3-12 to 0-13 so well done to all involved. On a side note it was great to see Declan Allen back on the playing field after his tour of duty ended last week and we also want to wish a speedy recovery to Paul O'Connor from his recent illness. Team: M. McGrath, C. Bourke, J. Seward, S. Bourke, P. O'Rourke, T. Bourke, C. Faherty, A. Trihy, D. Allen, S. Fleming, E. O'Halloran, C. O'Keeffe, A. Seward, J. Prendergast, B. O'Halloran. Subs Used: P. Prendergast for A. Seward, P. Nugent for C. Faherty.

THIS WEEK'S FIXTURES Our Junior footballers are due to play Rathgormack in their second group game on Friday evening in Clashmore at 7.30 pm. There is supposed to be a hurling league game on Sunday but this fixture is not to hand at the time of writing so please watch our Facebook page for further details later in the week. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE U-16 Footballers Defeated After Great Season: Our U-16 footballers were beaten at the semi final stage by a very talented De La Salle team down in Gracedieu. The lads have had a superb season and there is huge talent across the panel so there is much to be optimistic about for the future. We were missing a few players which made the task much tougher but the lads battled gamely for the 60 minutes. Best of luck to De La Salle in the final v Ballinacourty. Team: Finn O'Sullivan, Niall Kenefick, Sam Fitzgerald, Jack Ryan, Eoin O'Halloran, Dean Russell, Ciarán Tompkins, Brian Lynch, Kyle Roche, Luke Coughlan, Luke Seward, Cian Ryan, Caelin Rooney, Simon Lombard, Tom Fleming, Jim Scanlon, Ruairi Hynes.

Club Nursery Begins Saturday, May 30th: The juvenile club will be running a Club Nursery for boys and girls aged between 5 and 8 years starting at 10 am for one hour. We will be starting with Gaelic football on the first week with the kids and we'll be doing hurling from the middle of June. The cost is €10 for non members and it is free if the child is already a member of the GAA. For more information contact Barry Dunne, club PRO on 0876953648. SuperValu GAA Kit for Kids: The club is hoping to get people to support us in our attempt to get some gear and kit for our teams by shopping in SuperValu, Youghal. If you spend over €40 you get a voucher and if we collect a certain number of vouchers, we get a range of great gear sponsored by Super Valu. More information is available on their website www.supervalu.ie, once you receive your voucher it can be dropped in a box in-store.

Sliabh Sliabh gCua/St. gCua/St. Mary's Marys ST. MARY’S MAINTAIN GOOD FORM St. Mary’s maintained their good start to their championship year with a deserved win over Ballyduff Upper at the Colligan venue on Sunday afternoon last. The team/panel are putting in a huge effort this year which is obvious in their recent performances. Leading at half time by 1-11 to 0-6, St. Mary’s continued to thrive in the second half and propelled to a 1-22 to 0-11 victory. St. Mary’s lined out as: JP Fitzpatrick, Ronan Gleeson, Tom Tobin, John Queally, Dermot Tobin, Denis Coffey, Owen Barron, Sean Fitzpatrick (0-2), David Whelan, Cormac Condon, Eoin Kearns (0-1), Mike Kearns (0-10), Jason Sheehan (0-1), Kieran Barron (1-1) & Kevin Sheehan (0-4). Subs: Stephen Coffey (0-1), Jonathan Carroll (0-1), Aiden Fitzpatrick (0-1), Johnny Ahearne, Jack Power (All Used), Dan Flynn, Eoin Walsh, Shane Organ. Management team: John Hallinan (Manager), Kieran Hallahan, Declan Fitzpatrick & Maurice Geary.

Other scores of interest: Colligan 1-25 Fourmilewater 1-10 LOTTO Our weekly Lotto continues every Sunday night. Tickets are a mere €2 and can be purchased from any committee member or local outlets. BON VOYAGE The club would like to wish Conor Tobin the very best of luck as he moves across the Atlantic during the week on a J1 visa for the Summer months. PEIL IDIRMHEANACH Sliabh gCua have a received official fixture for their next Intermediate football fixture. Sliabh gCua V Baile Na Miolach in Pairc Ui Fhearichair at 8.30 pm on Friday, 29th May. The lads have a win and a loss to date. IOMAINT IDIRMHEANACH LEAGUE This Sunday will see St. Mary’s fulfill their next Intermediate hurling fixture. Naomh Muire V Claismhor/Ceanntsailebeg to be played at Claismhor at 11.30 am on Sunday, 24th May.

Stradbally THE PULL Stradbally GAA host Gaelic games comedy show in the Friary, Dungarvan. The Pull, the popular comedy show by Liam Horan and John Corless of Half Solid Productions, has been confirmed for the Friary, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on Saturday, May 23rd, at 8.30 pm. Local hosts on the night will be Stradbally GAA Club. Tickets are only €10 each, great value for a wonderful evenings entertainment. All proceeds to go to field development. Contact Brendan Breen who is the organiser of this event. INTERMEDIATE HURLING We played Clashmore / Kinsalebeg in Intermediate Hurling last Sunday and were beaten by 3-12 to 0-13. We would all wish Paul Connors a speedy recovery as he suffered a bad injury during the first half of the game. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our Junior Football Senior Attached re fixture will now take place on Friday, 22nd May in Stradbally at 7.30 pm against the Brickeys. JUNIOR FIXTURE Junior Football Senior Attached fixture against St Savours in Ballybeg on Friday, 5th June at 7.30 pm. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE We play old rivals Kilrossanty this Wednesday evening, 20th May in Stradbally, this should be an exciting game between two evenly matched teams. VIKING MARATHON Only 5 weeks to go. Let's all get back on track with interval training this Wednesday evening at 7:30 meeting at Ballyvooney Cove. SEAN AHEARNE KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMP This year’s Cúl Camp is dedicated to the memory of Seán Ahearne who gave a lot of his time to the promotion of underage Football and Hurling in Stradbally GAA Club. The Camp begins on Monday, June 29th and finishes on Friday, July 3rd. The camp is open to boys and girls from six years of age to thirteen years of age. The camp begins at 10.00 a.m. and finishes at 2.30 p.m. If you want any information please log on to www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps or you can also register on the beginning day of the camp.If you have any queries please contact club coordinator Tomás Walsh. PRE-SCHOOL G.A.A. CAMP This year we also have a pre-school camp for boys and girls aged four and five years on the same week. This camp also begins at 10 a.m. and finishes at the earlier time of 12 noon. These children will receive the Cúl Camp kit and bag and the cost is €40.You can’t register online for this camp. LADIES NOTES County Duty: Best of luck to the Waterford U-14 ladies team who play Tipperary in the replay of the Munster B Final this Sunday, 24th May in Stradbally at 2 pm. Stradbally have six girls on this panel, Sarah Mullaney, Jade Queally, Aoife Brazil, Roisin Dunphy, Sheena McGuckian and Kaylyn O'Donnell.

U-16 County Champions: The U-16's started their season in early April and played Gaultier and Comeragh Rangers in the round robin games. They then went on play Na Deise in the semi-final. It was a closely contested contest but are girls were victorious on the night and qualified for their second U16A final against Dungarvan. The girls have played Dungarvan numerous times in the past few years and there has been very little between the teams. They knew they had a tough contest ahead of them. It was a great game of football with us starting off well getting some great goals by Chloe Fennell from play and Margaret Anne Boylan scoring great points. The girls led at half-time 2-5 to 2 points. However, it was a game of two halves and Dungarvan came back at the girls in the second half with Kaeisha Tobin putting over some great points for Dungarvan. The teams were level with minutes to go but young Ellen Boylan showed great maturity when she slotted over a lovely point to put us ahead. The last few minutes were tense but our solid defence held out Dungarvan and the girls were victorious. The girls won on scoreline 2-6 to 11 pts. It was a superb team performance with every girl giving their all. It was a great achievement for the girls winning their second A final in this grade. There were great scenes after the match with Edel Curry presenting Captain Rachal McGuckian with the cup. Rachal thanked the team management,Kilmac GAA grounds, the referee, Dungarvan for a great game and everyone for coming to support. I would like to thank Esther and Freddie McGuckian, Fionnuala Flynn and for everyone else that helped in any way. Team: Kaylin O'Donnell, Sarah Mullaney, Emily Keane, Aishling Mullaney, Kate Heffernan, Rachel McGuckian, Sheena McGuckian, Roisin Dunphy, Jade Queally, Chloe Fennell, Aoife Brazil, Meadbh Curran, Anna Shaw Hamilton, Margaret Anne Boylan, Hannah Walsh, Rebecca McCormack, Ellen Boylan, Laura Renyolds, Shiona Dunphy, Ashling Keane, Taylor Flynn and Megan O'Brien.

U-14: Our 14s got their championship off to a start on Monday, 18th against Comeragh Rangers at home. In the coming weeks they will play Na Deise away on the 25th May and on

June 1st they are at home to Ballyduff. Senior League: Our Senior ladies had two matches in the league last week. We played the final round of the league against Dungarvan on Thursday night. Dungarvan were victorious on the night and so we had to travel to Ballyduff Upper on Saturday night to play in the league plate semi-final. The girls recovered well from Thursday night and were a transformed team and were comprehensive winners in the end. It was a great team display and we are now due to play St. Pat’s or Dungarvan in the League Plate Final in the coming week.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 5, 11, 13, 25. No winner. Consolation Prizes: Mary Murphy, Eamon Forbes, Eoin Gallagher, Pad Fitz (Woodview). Promoter: Lukies. Next draw: May 25th in the Hotel. Jackpot: €4,000. SENIOR HURLING Tallow knew going into this game that “the village” would throw the kitchen sink at them and they would have to be at their very best to come out of this one on top. As previous years have shown, these local derbys rarely have any more than the puck of a ball between them. From the throw-in, Ballyduff began the brighter and appeared to be a lot more energetic. This was evident from their numbers in and around the breaking ball. The first score of the game came from the stick of Michael Kearney from a placed ball. Frees seemed to be the order of the day, something which hampered any chance of a free flowing game. A long range effort by William Henley landed in the back of the Ballyduff net and things were looking positive for Tallow. This, however, was short lived when Ballyduff were awarded a penalty which was subsequently scored by Michael Kearney. Tallow were dealt a huge blow after 14 minutes when Paul Kearney went down with a nasty ankle injury. He was replaced by Jake Beecher. The sides were level 5 times in the first half which showed just how close this encounter was. Points by Thomas Ryan, William Henley and Rob O’Sullivan and superb defending at the back ensured there was nothing between the sides when the half-time whistle was blown. The switch of Jordan Henley to midfield at half-time worked a treat as he worked tirelessly with Paul O’Brien. This young lad has shown just how well he has made the transition into the senior setup. His hard work and application to the game has transferred onto the pitch. His high catching, skill and ability to run at teams is worth the entrance fee alone. It’s also fantastic to see Jake Beecher and Ryan Grey (who were both introduced) add strength and depth to this senior squad. The 35th minute saw Evan Sheehan quickest to react on a save from a Bob McCarthy effort. In the final quarter Tallow upped the ante and outscored Ballyduff by 5 points to 0. Tallow ran out victorious on a scoreline of 2-15 to 1-13. Ter and the lads now enjoy a well deserved break from championship action after picking up a valuable 3 points in the first two games. Tallow will look to improve on their first half performance but showed some great character and belief to finish this game strongly. Scorers for Tallow: Thomas Ryan 0-10 (8f), William Henley (1-1), Evan Sheehan (1-0), Paul O’Brien (0-2), Rob O’Sullivan (0-1) (65), Jordan Henley (0-1). Tallow Team: S. O’Sullivan, K. Kearney, D. O’Brien, M. O’Brien, A. Kearney, K. Geary, J. Henley, P. O’Brien, R. O’Sullivan, B. McCarthy, P. Kearney, S. Feeney, W. Henley, T. Ryan, E. Sheehan. Subs: J. Beecher, R. Grey, R. Beecher, J. Murray, B. McCarthy.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP (PREMIER) Tallow 1-13; Geraldines 1-16. I can’t recall when if ever these teams met in the junior hurling championship but the new refreshing format in the championship pitted them in competition in Lismore last Sunday. It was a good standard of hurling, competitive from start to finish and played in a manly spirit. Tallow probably had the edge in hurling finesse but the Geraldines lacked nothing in this department either They were well prepared, fitter and finished strongly to deservedly clinch victory by 3 points. They had a championship game under their belt following their comprehensive win over Kilgobnet the previous week end and it stood to them. Tallow on the other hand were a little ring rusty entering the fray and they definitely have room for improvement. Tallow hurled well in the first half and weren’t flattered by a 2 point lead at half time. Geraldines held their composure throughout the opening half against the light wind and stayed in touch. Will Curley converted 5 points from frees/65s. Donnchadh Mulcahy had a single effort while Jake Neville had 3 points from play, all good but one in particular was special, crafted from a tight angle, under pressure close to the line. A good prospect this young fellah. He’s a work in progress and has all the right attributes. As they say ‘twas touch and go for the opening quarter of round 2– Tallow kept the lead intact but Geraldines were piling on the pressure. A Geraldines goal 16 minutes into the 2nd half

15 turned the game. My man of the match Jake Neville got the final touch for a Tallow goal shortly after but the tide had turned. Tallow backs came under increasing pressure as Na Gearaltaigh sustained their assault. To my memory they closed out the game with four or five points in succession as Tallow faded. Lessons to be learned here which this promising young Tallow team need to take on board! The selectors laid it on the line in the dressing room after. Get down to the field! Tallow: J. P. Grey, S. Pratt, J. Tobin, W. Hogan, E. Hickey, T. McGrath, P. O’Mahoney, W. Curley (0-8,7f,1 65), S. Tobin, J. Neville (1-4), D. Mulcahy (0-1), Dylan Mangan, J. Power, M. Curley, B. Buckley, D. Tobin, N. Condon, K. Fraser, M. Tobin, A. Buckley.

FIXTURES Sargent Cup: Senior hurlers play De La Salle at Gracedieu on Sunday, 24th May, at 2.00 p.m. BEST OF LUCK We would like to wish luck to the minor footballers who will play Brickey Rangers on Wednesday, 20th May in Fraher Field at 7.00 p.m. We would also like to wish the very best of luck to the U-16 footballers who take on St. Saviours in the county final on Saturday, May 23rd, at 10.30 a.m. in Fraher Field. CÓBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn extend sincere sympathy to the O’Hara family, New Street, on the sad passing of Liam. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Dungarvan SENIOR HURLING Passage 2-18; Dungarvan 2-12. Passage proved too strong for us in this Round 2 game which was played in Walsh Park last Saturday evening. Despite the game being level on nine occasions, we were on the backfoot over the course of the hour and Passage well deserved the win. Team: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Aaron Donnolly, Eoin Healy; Gavin Power, Jamie Nagle 0-1f, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran 0-1, Kieran Power 0-1; Colm Curran, Cormac Curran 0-1, Darragh Lyons; Michael Kiely 1-0, Patrick Curran 1-7 (6f), Gavin Crotty 0-1. Sub: Ryan Donnolly.

This Sunday, May 24th, we play Ballyduff away in the Sargent Cup at 2 pm. UNDER 12 HURLING We played Cappoquin at home last week and after a great game, we went under by a few scores but, at the same time, gave an improved performance on our previous outing. This Friday evening, we are away to Lismore at 6.30 pm. Team: Sam Dalton, Tony Flynn Kirwan, Kyle Healy, Eoin O’Callaghan, Jake Ducey, Rian O’Dwyer, Mark McGarry, Micheal Power, Mark Loftus, Jack Mulligan, Sean Mullarkey, Brian Curran, Oisin Cummins, Sean Galvin, Gabriel McGovern.

UNDER 11 HURLING Our under 11’s enjoyed their first win of the season in a game against Fourmilewater last week in our own field. Training for this age group and the under 12’s continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5 pm. Team: Gabriel McGovern, Caoimhe Meehan, Kyle Healy, Jake Ducey, Sean Galvin, Mark Loftus, Eoin O’Callaghan, Brian Curran, Darryl Harty, Martin Downey, Darragh Healy.

UNDER 14 FOOTBALL We exited the Western championship at the knock-out stages against An Ghaeltacht i bPairc Ui Shiothchain last week after a close game and short a few players. All efforts are now being geared to the hurling championship which will begin shortly and a few challenge games have already been played. Team: Stephen Moynihan, Edward Fraher, Toby Taylor, Tristan Loftus, Martin McDonagh, Wayne O’Donnell, Alex Shanahan, Conor Keohan, Noel Duggan, Seanie McGrath, Eoin Dunne, Greg Waters, Kyle Hackett.

ON THE MEND Best wishes to our under 11 player Paul Mullarkey and our club President Paddy Fitzgerald, both of whom are currently recovering from recent operations at WRH. MUNSTER SCORECARD Our latest fundraiser to raise badly needed income for the club is a scorecard prediction for Waterford’s upcoming Munster Championship hurling game against Cork on June 7th. All members are asked to sell a card which are available from our co-ordinators Paddy Fitzgerald and Joanne Daly. WEEKLY €2 The weekly €2 for each person using the field is greatly helping the day-to-day running of the club and keeping the grounds in pristine condition. UNDER 10’S Ciaran Curran and Chris Meehan are catering for the above age group in the field each Tuesday at 5 pm and all are welcome. UNDER 7’s AND UNDER 8’s Bobby Lyons and Chris Meehan are organising training for the above age groups on Thursdays at 6 pm and on Saturdays at 11 am and all are welcome to join them. THE LITTLE PEOPLE Liam Moore and his willing band of helpers are in the field every Saturday morning to introduce our youngest age groups to our National games and all are welcome to join them.

LOTTO This week’s numbers are 8, 10, 11 and 17. The Jackpot was not won. Next week’s lotto is worth €8,300. The winner of the €100 was Nora Cooney. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the Lotto each week. SYMPATHY The club extends its sincere sympathy to Martin Whelan, Kilmurray and to the Flynn family, Abbeyside, on the death of Martin’s sister Josephine Flynn last weekend. DUNGARVAN LADIES FOOTBALL TRAINING U-6, 8, 10 training continues every Thursday at 6.30 a reminder to all parents if they would please be at the pitch at 6.20. Also anybody interested in helping out with this group could you please come along on the day. U-14 training continues every Monday at 7.00. U-16/Minor/Intermediate training continues every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30. U-14 The U-14s played Clashmore in the first round of the U-14 championship and they ran out deserving winners. U-16 COUNTY FINAL The U-16s played Stradbally in the U16A county final in Kilmacthomas over the weekend; Stradbally started the stronger of the two teams and raced into an early lead leading at half time, The girls came out in the second half fired up and got and the score sheet quickly thanks to some excellent scores from placed balls. The girls fought till the last second but unfortunately we could not find a winner and Stradbally won on a score line of Dungarvan 0-11; Stradbally 2-6. The team was as follows: Katie Ferncombe, Niamh McComb, Kelly Tutty, Shanise McCarthy, Clodagh Curran, Katie Duggan-Sullivan, Maura Gallagher, Emma Gildea, Rachel Wyley, Alex Fitzgerald, Aisling Bauman, Sarah Lacey, Caoimhe Denmead, Keisha Tobin, Orna O’Brien, Eimear Hayes, Clodagh Tutty, Molly Shrubb.

INTERMEDIATE The intermediates played their 3rd game in the 11-a-side championship against Stradbally last Thursday in our own field, the girls dominated throughout the game and had a well-deserved victory in the end despite losing 2 of our players to injury and finishing the game with only 10 girls on the field. They now face a semi-final against Saint Pat’s. The team on the day was: Aisling Hayes, Ellen Butler, Anne-Marie Tutty, Lucy O’Shea, Dawn Power, Ciara Hurley, Aoife Nagle Shauna Ferncombe, Zoe BarryFerncombe Richael Hayes, Deirdre Nagle, Lauren McGregor.

PLAYER PROFILES Name: Mischa Lyons Age: 8 School: Scoil Mhuire Favourite Food: Pancakes Favourite Sports star: Bobby Lyons Playing position: Centre back/Midfield Name: Nichole Tutty Age: 6 School: Saint Marys Favourite Food: Bananas Favourite Sports star: My coach Playing position: Forward

Ballysaggart Football Ballysaggart Ladies Ladies Football COUNTY CHAMPIONS The U-16 girls were crowned County Champions last Sunday in Kilmacthomas where they defeated Brickeys/Kilrossanty on a scoreline of 6-8 to 5-3. Team: Shiona O’Regan, Keelan Ardern, Mary O’Brien, Ciara Meagher, Abbie Roche, Eimear Montayne (Captain), Niamh Aldred, Faye Curley, Jane Murphy, Sophie Landers, Robyn Roche, Lorna Foley, Ribh Ardern, Erin Mangan, Shauna O’Keeffe, Alison Prendergast, Aine O’Reilly, Emma Tobin, Kayleigh Conway, Becky McGlone, Claire Murphy.

U-14 CHAMPIONSHIP Ballysaggart got off to great start with their first game of the championship against St. Annes. Even though the match was played in bad weather conditions the girls played well and won on a scoreline of 0-8 to 0-0. U-12 CHAMPIONSHIP The U-12 girls had their first training session on Monday evening. Their first match is set for this Saturday against Ballyduff at 5 pm in Ballysaggart. Best of luck girls. U-8/U-10 Training for these girls will start in the coming weeks. If your daughter qualifies for this age group please contact Deirdre O’Donnell, Jean Mangan or Catherine Moore. JUNIOR FOOTBALL The Junior girls continue to train weekly. New members are most welcome. CAKE SALE The club held a very successful Cake Sale last Sunday after Mass in Ballysaggart. The club would like to sincerely thank all those who did home baking and to all those who turned out to support it. UPCOMING EVENT The club will hold a fundraiser a Table Quiz in Meagher’s Bar on Friday 5th June at 9 pm. Tables of 4 at €20.00 per table. This Table Quiz is to help raise funds to send the girls to Feile.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Western Final of the Primary School Sports ON Thursday, May 21st a large crowd is expected at St. Augustine’s College for the Western final of the primary school sports. Over the last two weeks we have had some very exciting races as the young athletes tried to qualify for the final. We have been lucky with the weather so far and we hope this continues on Thursday. All the schools have been notified with list of qualifiers and the first race gets underway at 6.30 p.m. with line-up at 6.15 p.m. Once again we ask athletes and parents to arrive in plenty of time for the event. The first three in each of the individual events and the first two relay teams will qualify for the County finals on Thursday, June 4th. 2nd ROUND COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS NEXT SUNDAY The second round of the County championships will be held in the RSC Waterford on Sunday with the main programme starting at 11am. Check the notice board at training for full details of the events. We had a very successful day at the first session with over thirty athletes competing and we hope for even more next Sunday. Check at training for bus times. DAY TWO

U-9, U-10, U-11, U-12, U-13 75m Hurdles: Girls & Boys U-14 80m Hurdles: Girls & Boys U-15, Girls U-16 100m Hurdles: Boys U-16, U-17, Girls U-17, U-18 110m Hurdles: Boys U-18 Walks 2000m: Girls U-14, U-15, U-16. Boys U-14, U-15 Walks 3000m: Girls U-17, U-18. Boys U-16, U-17, U-18 200m: Girls & Boys U-9, U-10, U-11, U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 800m: Girls & Boys U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Relays: Girls & Boys 4x100m U-10, U-12, U-14, U-16, U-18 3000m: Boys U-16, U-17. Girls & Boys U-18 Field Events: Long Jump (Girls & Boys): U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 High Jump (Boys): U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Triple Jump: Boys U-15; Girls & Boys U-16, U-17, U-18 Discus (Girls): U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Shot Putt (Boys): U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Javelin (Girls): U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Hammer (Girls & Boys): U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Pole Vault: Girls & Boys U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18.

The girls under 13 team who finished 3rd in the relay.

Track Events: 60m Hurdles: Girls & Boys

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS JUNE 11th AND 18th This year’s club championships will be held on Wed.

11th and Wed., 18th June for athletes under 9-14. There will be two events each night one track and one field event. There will be a sprint, long race, long jump and either a turbo javelin or shot. Points will be awarded for each event and the overall points will determine the winner. GOOD PERFORMANCE AT GLOHEALTH SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIPS The GloHealth Munster Schools championships were held in CIT on Saturday and West Waterford athletes representing their schools were successful on the track and in the

Ryan McGrath who finished 2nd in the 80m at the County Championships.

Kate Killigrew who cleared 1m 20 to finish 2nd in the high jump.

Emma Fleming who finished 2nd in the under 11 long jump.

jumping and throwing events. Eoghan Flynn (CBS) had a double winning both the intermediate discus with a throw 37.92m and the javelin with a throw of 45.61m. Seamie Fennell (St. Augustine’s) also took gold in the senior pole vault and broke Thomas Houlihans record by one cm clearing the bar at 4.21m. Craig Cloona (St. Augustine’s) won his first Munster schools gold in the junior pole vault with a jump of 2m70. Sean Curran (CBS) had to battle all the way to the line in a very fast finishing 1,500m where he finished 2nd in 4.16.32. There was also silver for Micheal Power in the inter 3,000m which he completed in 9m14s. Silver medals were also won by Aoife Hamilton (Meanscoil) in the 1,500m steeplechase, Aoife Lai (St. Augustine’s) in the junior girl’s pole vault and Sam O’Neill (St. Augustine’s) in the junior boy’s pole vault. Later in the day Aoife Hamilton finished 3rd in the 800m and Megan Dunford (St. Augustine’s) finished 3rd in the senior pole vault with Megan O’Connor just behind in 4th place. Ciara McKenna had a new personal best of 26m 16 when finishing 4th in the junior girl’s javelin.

KCK Athletic Club

Sprint finish between Arthur Chizhikov and Conor Coleman at the Minnies Fit4life League at St. Augustine’s College.

West Waterford Athletic Meet and Train Group WE are now in week 12 of our Club Training programme. Its aim is to provide structured, progressive coaching for all athletes in the club to help them meet their athletic targets. As a club we have an annual training plan that covers 3 main areas – Summer series of races, Autumn Marathon and Dungarvan 10 mile at the end of January. Every week our club workout supports the current goal race. At the moment we are focussing on the summer series of races with GSK as our goal race. In a few weeks time we will be adding an Autumn Marathon group so will have two training groups running side by side. Our focus is not just to train athletes to run faster but to follow the Lydiard Training principles of healthy intelligent

County Championships continue this Sunday THE next outing for the club will be the second day of the County championships which takes place this Sunday, May 24th at the RSC, Waterford. Again there will be a wide range of events for athletes U-9 upwards. The hammer competition begins at 10.30 am sharp with track events kicking off at 11 am. All athletes should be in attendance by 10.45 a.m. and the club looks forward to seeing another good turn out from all our athletes. TRACK EVENTS 60m Hurdles: Girls & Boys U-9, U-10, U-11, U-12, U-13 75m Hurdles: Girls & Boys U-14 80m Hurdles: Girls & Boys U-15, Girls U-16100m Hurdles: Boys U-16, U-17, Girls U-17, U-18 110m Hurdles: Boys U-18 Walks 2000m: Girls U-14, U-15, U-16 Boys U-14, U-15 Walks 3000m: Girls U-17, U-18 Boys U-16, U-17, U-18 200m: Girls & Boys U-9, U-10, U-11, U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 800m: Girls & Boys U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Relays: Girls & Boys 4 x 100m U-10, U-12, U-14, U-16, U-18

3,000m: Boys U-16, U-17 Girls & Boys U-18

FIELD EVENTS Long Jump (Girls & Boys): U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 High Jump (Boys): U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Triple Jump: Boys U-15, Girls & Boys U-16, U-17, U-18 Discus (Girls): U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Shot Putt (Boys): U-12, U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Javelin (Girls): U-13, U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Hammer (Girls & Boys): U-14, U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18 Pole Vault: Girls & Boys U-15, U-16, U-17, U-18

COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS DAY 1 The first round of the Juvenile County Championships kicked off last Sunday in the RSC. Good weather greeted athletes from the seven Waterford clubs who took part in what was a very enjoyable and competitive day of athletics. Turnout from clubs was high, especially in the younger age groups. KCK had a very good turn out and finished the day with medals and some great perform-

ances. Our youngest performers on the day in the under 9 age group saw Mida McCusker and Aine Fiztgerald put in some strong performances. Aine came close to a medal with a fine 5th place in the turbo javelin with a throw of 4.65m with Mida just two places behind. Mida managed a fine jump of 2.64m in the long jump competition to take 7th place. In the girl’s U-11 age group, KCK had two athletes qualify for the 60m final in the form of Roseanne Power and Kayleigh Cass. Roseanne came within 3cm of a medal with a fine 2.92m long jump for 5th place. At U-13 level, Helena Barry, Aoife Barry and Nadia Power all competed very well. Aoife placed highly in the shot putt competition and the high jump, with Helena also doing very well in the middle distance and high jump competition. Nadia put in good performances in the shot and sprint competitions. For the boys, Shane Power and Padraig Fitzgerald both scooped

medals. Robert Power in the U-9 category put in a very good day’s workout while Alan Cantwell in the U-10 age group showed a good turn of speed in his 60m, and placed highly in the turbo javelin competition. Colm Barry, Shane Power and Eanna Drohan all competed strongly in the boy’s U-11 age group. Shane scooped a brilliant bronze medal in the turbo javelin, with Eanna also achieving a high placing here. Colm did very well in the boys 600m and long jump competitions. Donnacha Dunphy secured his place in the boy’s U-12 60m final after a very good run in the heats, and came close to a medal in the long jump with a 6th place finish. Padraig and Seamus Fitzgerald both put in strong runs in the boy’s U-14 1,500m with Padraig taking the bronze medal in the race and Seamus just two place back. TRAINING Training counties each Tuesday and Thursday nights in Lemybrien GAA Field at 6 p.m. All welcome.

Marian Dennehy completed the 4 lap course at last week’s Minnie's Fit4life Summer League at St. Augustine's College.

training and to develop to their fullest potential on a long term basis. Anyone who has regularly attended our training sessions and followed the weekly training plan are now starting to see the benefits of a strong aerobic base and feeling strong in the last few miles of a race. There have also been many pb’s recorded even at this early stage and we will be expecting many more over the course of the summer for athletes following the weekly plan and racing just the summer series of races. Too much racing will have a negative effect on performance and consistent results will be achieved by training at the right intensity every day not the maximum intensity. As part of our weekly session we have also covered movement skills, dynamic

warm-ups, basic running biomechanics and running form and hope to add to this over the coming months. To keep members up to date with club sessions, training information etc we have set up a dedicated Facebook page for athletes attending our sessions. If you have not joined yet you can do so here https://www.facebook.com /groups/1412444379051925/ Our group runs year round and you can join at any stage. If you are thinking of running an Autumn marathon now would be a great time to join and get some structured training sessions under your belt before specific marathon training kicks in. If you would like more information please contact Irene on 086 8242348 or just turn up at the hockey field in the Friary on Tuesday nights at 6.30 pm.

Mick Concannon Margaret runs completes his 5th Marathon Amsterdam CONGRATULATIONS to club member Margaret in Howth Hearne who completed the Leiden marathon in for 2015 Amsterdam last Sunday.

Stephen Hogan takes it all in his stride at the Minnies Fit4life League at St. Augustines College.

Running Quote WHEN I run, I'm just a person among people. A runner among runners. And we all experience the same challenge of get up and go regardless of ability.

MICK Concannon was back in marathon last Saturday at the Howth event in Co. Dublin. Mick who had been out of action for almost two months through injury ran a time of 4.15 on the stiff seaside course which took in 4 laps of Howth head. Mick now has five marathons completed in 2015 with 20 his target for the year.

Little South 4 mile THE Little South fun run/walk in aid of Kilmacow Hospice will be held on Sunday, 7th June at 2 pm at Kilmacow sports complex. Register online at Total Timing or on the day in Community Hall.

Margaret ran an excellent time of 4.05. Well done.

Cork County Track & Field Leagues WEST Waterford AC had 2 athletes taking part in round 1 of the Leevale AC Cork country league last Wednesday evening at the CIT track. Harry O’Brien ran the mile race in a great time of 4.59.88 breaking the 5 minute mark to finish 2nd in race 2 while Des Feeney had a run in the 400 metres which he finished in 58.98 to take 3rd and Des also competed in the mile finishing 10th in a time of 5.17.40.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Minnies Fit4Life Summer League

Minnies Fit4Life Summer Running League already at the halfway stage IT’S hard to believe that we are already at the halfway mark in the popular Minnie’s League a league this year which is really going from strength to strength. Week 4 last Wednesday thankfully for the fourth week in a row was a great night for running, with conditions idea, one of the largest crowd's to date ran with 82 runners heading off together each with their own goal in mind. It can be seen by the improving times being recorded by many runners that we are now well and truly getting as fit as a fiddle and are getting well set up for a great summer of running. Everyone is more than welcome to come along any night that they can and bring a friend or two, the more the merrier! The league is held every Wednesday evening and will continue until June 11th in the Friary College at 7 o’clock and registration begins at 6.45 p.m. and the weekly fee is €2 and water will be provided at the finish. See you out there.

TOMMY LENIHAN BREAKS THE 11 MINUTE BARRIER The one lap league was missing a few regulars and just 3 athletes chose to run the one lap in week 4 and was led home by Tommy Lenihan dipping just under 11 minutes in 10:59, well done Tommy, followed by Jason O’Riordan who took 3 seconds off the previous week’s time who was followed by Michelle Donnelly who also took 3 seconds off her previous time! Well done to all who are improving their times every week. DAVID AND MARIE LEAD 2 LAP RUNNERS HOME 21 was the magic number this week – the number of athletes who completed the 2 laps. This was up 3 runners from last week and week 4 was led home by David Donnelly in a very fast time of 17:04. Marie Condon was hot on his heels and a mere one second behind had a great run to cross in 17:05 and J. P. Curtin pushed himself all the way and dipped under 18

minutes to finish in 17:59 in third place ! well done. Having a great run this week and fastest to date was Carol Pope 22:16, Audrey Dowling & Sinead Gough 24:27 and Deirdre Clancy 26:05 – well done ladies is great to see your times improving every week so keep up the hard work. STEPHEN CURRAN CLOSING IN The three lap league is growing every week and this week we saw 24 athletes (the highest to date) cross the finish line. They were led home for the fourth week in a row by Yev Chizhikov in 22:09, followed by the ever improving Stephen Curran in a fast 22:42 and third place was David Towey running the 3 laps in 23:29. Well done to our top 3 finishers. Catriona Kiely had a great run finishing well under 30 minutes in 29:23 and keeping each other company but finishing the wrong side of the clock Was Michelle Finnegan and Linda Bradfield 30:08! Well done ladies. Yasmin Genc

was another big improver this week and had a great run as was Mary Hogan and Sue Genc. Well done to all the 3 lap athletes. MOSSIE, JOHN AND MARK BEST OVER 4 34 athletes competed the 4 laps in week four and Mossie Keogh was the man to lead them home in his fastest time to date 28:30, John Leahy was next crossing in 28:47 and third in week 4 was Mark Shalloe running 29:26. Well done great times for the top 3. Sandra Prendergast was the right side of the clock and finished 32:59 as was Angeline Drennan 36:52, Ann Dunford and James Veale 38:53 and Marion Dennehy 42:50, well done to all. With a little push and something to aim for to knock few seconds off to get to the other side of the clock was Ted O’Leary 32:08, Conor O’Neill 35:04, Pat Power 36:01 and Rose Power 40:07 – dip deep lads!! Well done to all 4 lap athletes on a great week.

Young ladies enjoying the Summer sunshine last week at the Minnies Fit4life League at St. Augustine’s College.

David McNally, Conor O’Neill and John Nee battling it out at last week’s at the Minnies Fit4life League at St. Augustine’s College.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series – Race Number 5

20th Annual Touraneena 5k Friday, May 29th WELCOME NEW SPONSOR JAMES HAYES CARPENTRY CONTRACTOR RACE 5 in the summer series will be held on Friday week May 29th with the Touraneena 5k.Firstly this week we are delighted to welcome on board as organisers of the race the Touraneena St. Mary's Primary School Parents Council who have now taken up the mantle from the long time organisers Touraneena Racquet ball club who have to be sincerely thanked for their involvement for the past 19 years and who always did a brilliant job in keeping the race alive and running so smoothly for all of those years. The committee of the parents council are also delighted this week to announce a brand new sponsor for the race in James Hayes Carpentry Contractors who very kindly have come on board and we sincerely thank James and all in his company for getting involved with the event. The race gets

underway at 8 pm. As per usual in Touraneena all will be catered for on the night, and all are welcome to come along and participate in either the walk which gets under way at 7.15 pm and if you’re over 16 the 5k run at 8.00 pm. The walk begins from outside the Community Centre while the run will start from the back road at Dunford’s Pub. A full array of the usual Senior and Masters prizes will be on offer for both men and women on the night. The first three senior ladies and men will be awarded cash prizes. 1st Male finishers in Junior-4045-50-60 and Ladies in Junior-35-40-45-50. Entries will be taken at the Community centre where changing and shower facilities are also available by kind permission. The entry fee is just €8 for the run. The presentation of prizes will take place after the race at the

community centre where we will be treated to the traditional ice cream and strawberries. And that’s well worth the entry fee alone. The current course records are held by David McCarthy of West Waterford AC (14.26) and Vanessa Molloy (17.41). 10th ANNUAL ANN POWER MEMORIAL TROPHY WALK THE walk which is well established as part of the event in Touraneena will again be held this year. The winner will receive the Ann Power Memorial Trophy for their efforts. It’s a walk with a slight difference too, as your task is

to predict your finishing time and the person who finishes the nearest to that predicted time without of course going faster than that predicted time will be the 10th winner of the memorial shield which is in memory of one of the founder members of the race back in 1996 Ann Power. No watches are allowed of course, all are welcome so do come along and be part of the walk. The start time here is 7.15 pm sharp. Again as with the race all proceeds will be donated to Touraneena Primary School Parents Council.

Martin McCarthy first over 50 at Blackwater 10 WELL done to our club members last Sunday who competed at the Blackwater 10 mile road race in Fermoy. Held over a hilly course especially the first 5 miles a total of 330 ran on the day. Race winner was John Meade St. Finbarrs AC 53.50 and the Ladies winner was Nollaig O'Neill Leevale AC who finished 11th overall in a time of 65.01. Tom Leahy lead our club members home with a brilliant run to finish 7th overall Tom ran and excellent 62.22 for

the undulating course. Martin McCarthy was also in great form finishing 8th just one place behind Tom Martin recoded a time of 63.43 and this was enough to take 1st over 50. The hugely improved Maria Condon ran her best 10 miler by far when she clocked a time of 76.58. Indeed there were many fine runs also from Geraldine Barry, Elaine Hamblen among others. Well done to each and everyone of you.

7 Tom Leahy 62.22 8 Martin McCarthy 63.43 98 Maria Condon 76.58 128 John Foley 79.51 139 Eddie Doran 81.20 213 Geraldine Barry 89.11 216 Elaine Hamblen 89.11 241 Tricia Cullinane 93.14 254 Una Mulligan 94.23 255 Orna Breathnach 94.36 260 Eleanor Casey 95.22 276 Judith McNally 98.41

Yev Chizhikov and Mark Shalloe go head to head to last week’s Minnies Fit4life League at St. Augustine's College.

Taking it all in his Micheal Moynihan week’s Minnie's Summer League Augustine's College.

stride is at last Fit4life at St.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

20th Annual An Tobar Ardmore 5 RACE 4 of the summer series is on this Friday night, May 22nd at 8.00 pm, the 20th Annual An Tobar Ardmore 5. Entries for the race will be taken at the GAA centre in Ardmore. The entry fee is just €5 (where would you get it) and the presentation of prizes along with refreshments will take place in An Tobar, courtesy of our race sponsor. The course will remain the same as previous years with the 2 lap circuit. Thanks to An Tobar and Ken Pallister for his ongoing sponsorship of the race. This race has a different prize policy to other races. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female athletes and after that prizes will be awarded to the first male and female athletes in each of the star signs. Entry to this race is only €5 to coincide with the West Waterford AC policy of mak-

ing races affordable for all where it's possible to do so (where would you get it). PRIZE CATEGORIES At West Waterford AC we like to spread around the prizes as much as possible and so this race has a different prize policy to other races. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female athletes and after that prizes will be awarded to the first male and female athletes in each of the star signs. When registering for the race, all athletes will be asked to declare their star sign and when the results are made out, the first female and male in each of the star signs will get a prize. Also on the night the Men’s winner of the race will be presented with the Veronica Ryan memorial cup and the Ladies winner will receive the Noel Faherty memorial cup also. Course record Madeline

Loughnane Thurles Crokes AC 29.06 (2009) and Philip Harty West Waterford AC 24.30 (2013). CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF RUNNING THE AN TOBAR ARDMORE 5 WITH A SPECIAL PRIZE Hard to believe but it's a fact that it's 20 years this year since we first made the journey to the beautiful village of Ardmore for our very first Ardmore race. To mark this significant anniversary a special prize of a voucher for a meal for two in The Whitehorses Restaurant in Ardmore will be raffled among all finishers in the race. This prize will be well worth winning as those of us who have dined at the famed Whitehorses Restaurant in the village will know. Remember the race takes place on Friday, May 22nd and online entries are open.

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West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Foursomes – Sat 16th/Sun 17th May 1st Kieran Gee (15) & Fintan Gee (18) 61.1/2; 2nd Pat Quinn (12) & Kieran Foley (14) 65. Tuesday Treats 12th May CAT 1 Percy Walsh (20) 28 pts, CAT 2 Shane Dalton (14) 28 pts, CAT 3 Kieran Allen (18) 22 pts. AL EILE OPEN GENTS SINGLES WEDNESDAY, MAY 13th 1st Daniel Burke (7) 39 pts; 2nd Shane Kelly (7) 37 pts, Extra Qualifiers Mike Drohan (5) 36 pts, CSS: 37 ARDMORE GAA GOLF CLASSIC 1st Adrian Yellop, Dave O’Keeffe, Joe Yellop & Killian Daly 99 pts, 2nd Mark O’Donovan, Colm O’Callaghan, Donal Foley & Stephen Phelan 95 pts, 3rd. Michael Crowley, Tony Whelan, Liam Carroll & Martin King 94 pts, 4th Stephen Spillane, Mick Lawlor, Tom Galvin & Chris Gough 93 pts. Best Mixed: Ray Rochford, Tom O’Donoghue, Breda O’Donoghue & Ann Rochford 87 pts, Best Ladies: June Whyte, Jean Conway, Gearldine Hickey & Mary

Barron 78 pts FIXTURES Monday, 18th May – Seniors Open Alliance Tuesday, 19th May – Open Seniors plus 13 Hole Tuesday treat. Wednesday, 20th May – Al Eile Qualifier Open 18 hole stableford Friday, 22nd May – Summer Scramble Names Taken at 6.30. Sat 23rd/Sun 24th May Club Competition 18 Hole Stroke. HOLE IN ONE BOOST FOR SEAMUS POWER Seamus Power aced the 17th hole in the final round to win a brand new BMWx4 worth €57,000 and clinch his first top ten in the BMW Charity Pro Am last weekend. The West Waterford man holed a 7 iron at the 217 yard 17th for his 10th career ace and a final round 68 to give him his first top 10 finish at Thornblade Club in Greer, South Carolina. CAPTAIN’S PRIZE 2015 MR DAVID CONDON 29TH – 31ST MAY It’s that time of year again. Only seems like yesterday since David took up office but I can assure you he has spent a large amount of time

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS: Tuesday, 12th May: Open Seniors, CSS 36 pts 1st: Edmond Morrison (13) 33 pts Mallow 1st Lady: Breda Wall (26) 31 pts Cahir Park. Friday, 15th May: Open Singles, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Liam Wall (9) 35 pts Cahir Park Saturday, 16th May: HalfSub Qualifier, CSS 36 pts 1st: Johnny Ryan (15) 38 pts; 2nd: Michael Lenihan (6) 38 pts; Gross: John White (5) 29 pts. Sunday, 17th May: Monthly Medal, CSS 72. 1st: John White (5) 70 pts; 2nd: Seanie Lenihan (17) 69 (Junior); Gross: Eamon O’Donnell (5) 75; 3rd: Brian O’Connor (9) 70. FIXTURES: Tuesday 19th May: Open Seniors, 50 +, Ladies and Gents Friday 22nd May: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday 23rd May: Club Competition Sunday 24th May: Club Competition. Tuesday 26th May: Open

Seniors, 50 +, Ladies and Gents PIERCE PURCELL: Gold Coast host the Pierce Purcell Shield on Saturday and Sunday next with eight teams taking part, Tramore and Faithlegg were beaten in the preliminary rounds on Sunday last. On Saturday Dungarvan play Williamstown, Dunmore East play West Waterford, Youghal play Gold Coast, and Lismore play Waterford Castle.. The winners move on to the semi-finals on Saturday evening and the final will take place on Sunday morning. RARE BIRDS ON SECOND HOLE: Not too often one would see a swan and an eagle on a hole in the Gold Coast but it happened on Saturday. Maurice Swan played a five wood for his second shot and it went all the way into the hole for a two. Well done Maurice. CAPTAIN’S PRIZE WEEKEND: Tom White’s Captain’s Prize will kick-off on Friday

in West Waterford over the past 5 months. You now have the opportunity to show your appreciation for all the work he has put in during those months. Time sheets are posted on the notice board and you are advised to sign up now as we anticipate a very busy weekend from May 29th to 31st. Qualifying will be over two days, Friday and Saturday with qualifiers playing on Sunday for the coveted prize. Book your place now by signing up or ring the office at 43216. Draw for playing partners will be held on Wednesday, 27th May. BELVEDERE TROPHY Manager Edward Hickey will take his Belvedere team to Waterford GC on Wednesday, 27th May to take on the home club in the away leg. The home leg is provisionally scheduled for West Waterford on Tuesday, 2nd June. FRIARY HANDBALL GOLF CLASSIC The 15th Annual Golf Classic takes place at West Waterford Golf Club on Friday, 5th and Saturday, 6th June 2015. Four Person Team. Any Combination. To book tee times please ring 058 43216 PIERCE PURCELL SHIELD Best of luck to Liam and Phil and the Purcell team who play Dunmore East in the first round at the Gold Coast on Saturday, 23rd May CLUB FOURBALL MATCHPLAY Entry sheets for club fourball matchplay are now posted in the clubhouse.

DUNGARVAN MASTERS This annual event is played over the 3 golf courses next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. West Waterford is the host club on Tuesday and we look forward to welcoming the many visitors to West Waterford. SUMMER SCRAMBLE First of the summer scrambles begins this Friday evening. Names taken at 6.30 pm with draw for partners at 7 pm. Following the scramble we will have a Presentation of Prizes for the Intermedate Scratch Cup kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant, also the May Bank Holiday Open Weekend kindly sponsored by The Country Store. TUESDAY TREAT AT WEST WATERFORD Tuesday golf is becoming increasingly popular at West Waterford. A number of former members along with guests and intending members are availing of the opportunity to brush up on their golfing skills each week. The open seniors competition continues to attract large entries and should increase during the summer season.With something for everyone we look forward to welcoming you to West Waterford for your Tuesday Treat. WEDNESDAY AL EILE OPEN SINGLES QUALIFIER Our annual Wednesday qualifier got underway on Wednesday, 8th April. For a modest entry fee of €15 you can enjoy a memorable round with weekly prizes and

29th May with qualifying taking place on the Friday and Saturday. This year will see 50% of the players qualify for Sunday (up to a maximum of 60). Any player wishing to take part should put their name on the time-sheet at a time suitable to himself. The draw for partners will take place on Wednesday, 27th May at 4 p.m. and the playing times will be posted on Thursday morning. Only players entered for the draw on the Wednesday can win the 1st prize. The presentation of prizes will take place in the Gold Coast on Sunday evening at 9 p.m. All members are welcome to attend. This year only Captains that qualify by right will be entitled to win the Past Captains Prize. BBQ, SKINS AND PRESENTATIONS: On Wednesday, 27th May from 4.30 p.m. we will have our Captain’s Skins Competition and all members are welcome to take part. The cost is €1 per entry. Weather permitting, there will be a BBQ running from around 6 p.m. onwards. This is a fun event and usually provided plenty of banter and craic, so see you all there. Last tee off time is 7 p.m. Presentation of all outstanding prizes after skins in the Gold Coast Golf Hotel. ANNUAL TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL: The date for this competition has been fixed for

Thursday, 25th June. It will feature teams of four playing 2 rounds of golf continuously with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Teams can be gents, ladies or mixed and the cost per person is €30 which included a three course meal and a donation to charity. Weather permitting there will be a BBQ on the 10th hole and tea/coffee/sandwiches after the 18th hole all included in the price. The day is limited to 20 teams and anyone wishing to enter a team should contact Bob as soon as possible. Different formats for each 18 holes. JUNIOR COACHING: Ian Prendergast will soon be starting coaching for our juniors and these sessions will take place on Monday evenings at 6.30 p.m. Anyone interested in taking part must be a member of the club and should give their names to the kiosk. If not a member, contact Bob or Mark for details on joining. DRAW FOR GOLD COAST CUP: The following are the matches still remaining to be played in the Preliminary Round: All those matches must be completed by 22nd May David Mulvihill v Rafael Alvarez Dermot Ahern v Kieran Cullinan Paddy Walsh v Eamonn O'Donnell Mick Cronin v Colin McArthur Andy Travers v Shane Casey Austin Kiely Jnr v Declan

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West Waterford Golf Club Winter League kindly sponsored by Comeragh Oil. Paddy Joe Ryan, Comeragh Oil (Sponsor) presenting the Cup to Tim McCarthy, Captain of the Winning Team, Killeagh. Included are Pat Murray, President; David Condon, Captain and Team Members. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

the chance to qualify for the Grand final in September. CHALLENGE CUP It’s the final two weeks of the Challenge Cup and it’s all to play for. Dinger Kenneally holds pole position for the 3rd week in a row. New debutant Ivan O’Connor (Portlaw GAA) goes straight into joint 2nd position on 31 pts with ever consistant Robert Torpey (GSK) Best two Cards over months of April /May to count, Play any day of the week. Full leaderboard on Facebook. LADIES RESULTS 18 hole stroke (GOY and Medal) kindly sponsored by Siobhán’s Hair Salon – 1st

Marie T. Curran (29) 78 nett (B9); 2nd Mary Donnelly (19) 78 nett; 3rd Ciara Donnelly (36) 80 nett (B9). CSS 74. 18 hole S/F on Sunday, 17th May, kindly sponsored by Whitehorses Restaurant – 1st Margaret O’Sullivan (23) 30 pts; 2nd June Whyte (17) 29 pts; 3rd Aine Parks (26) 28 pts. CSS 35. FIXTURES • On Thursday 21st, we have an Open Three Ball Ladies Event and hope to see you all supporting the event. • On Sunday 24th OR Thursday, 28th May – 18 hole S/F kindly sponsored by Marie Moloney’s Boutique. INTERMEDIATE TEAM Next Sunday (24th May) our ladies Intermediate Team

will be meeting the ladies from Cobh GC at Fota Golf Club in the next round – all support greatly appreciated. Best of luck ladies. CONGRATULATIONS Well done to Jean Conway, June Whyte, Mary Barron and Geraldine Hickey winners of the best Ladies Team in the Ardmore GAA Classic Congratulations to Ann Rochford, member of the best mixed team in the Ardmore GAA Classic. CONDOLENCES Sincere sympathy to Stella Kinsella on the recent passing of her sister Noeleen Anthony and to Jean O’Donovan on the passing of her brother-in-law John O’Donovan.

Kiely Derek Power v Jimmy O'Dwyer John W Walsh v Martyn Rayner NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFER FOR GENTS: We now have a very special offer for new members wishing to join the Gold Coast. From 1st May to 1st January 2017 the fee is €540. This is a limited time offer and is only for new members. Talk to Bob or mark for more information. MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES: All 1st Round Matches have now been completed and the draw for the 2nd round is as follows: Michael Kavanagh & Michael Whelan v Michael Lenihan & Tomas Wall Eamon O’Donnell & Noel Sammon v Kieran Cullinan & Benny Kiely John White & Andy Travers v Derek Power & David J. Veale Tom White & John Flynn v Jimmy O’Dwyer & Darren Power. LADIES NOTES RESULTS: 18 Hole ongoing Competition sponsored by Waterford Castle GC Karen Darcy 75 pts 10 Hole No 2: Noireen Darcy (29) 23 pts. MNA EILE QUALIFER Congratulations to our ladies who qualified on the first outing of Mna Eile in West Waterford GC on Thursday, 7th May – Mary Clancy, Ger Hallinan and

Ellen Foley – Well Done Girls. FIXTURES 18 Hole club ongoing Competition This is a new competition launched this week with a limit of 20 entries and should prove very popular with everybody for the summer months. Entry is €5 and reentry is €3, along with our ongoing 10 hole competition there is something for everybody. OMNI GROUP This competition will resume this Wednesday, 20th May at 1.45 pm for registration. This is a fun day with 10 holes of golf and social gathering in the Bunker Bar afterwards. OPEN 18 HOLE CHAMPAGNE SCRAMBLE SPONSORED BY DAWN MEATS Our first open event takes place on Monday 25th May and time sheet is in operation – to book, use the online facility or contact kiosk on 44055. CAPTAINS SKINS Ladies, our Captains skins and barbeque takes place on Wednesday, 27th May from 4.30 pm, an event not to be missed. MIELE FOURBALL MATCHPLAY Our ladies are drawn against Waterford GC on Sunday, 17th May, and our pairings at home are Mary Clancy & Karen Darcy, Ruth Hannigan & Elaine Goss, our pairings in Waterford are Mary Kiely & Ger Hallinan, Rosie Murphy & Martina Corkery.

We wish our girls the very best in their forthcoming matches and looking forward to a positive result. DAILY MAIL FOURSOMES MATCHPLAY Well done to Rosie and Elaine who are now heading into the fourth round in this competition, and have overcome some very strong opposition so far. Their next match will be against Kinsale GC in Kinsale on Saturday 6th June and we wish them both the very best of Gold Coast luck. DAWN INTERNATIONAL MIXED FOURSOMES Ladies, please note that the draw has been made for this competition, check your partners and arrange your match dates without delay!! LADY CAPTAIN’S DAY Our Lady Captain’s Day is fast approaching and to qualify to win her prize three 18 hole cards have to be submitted before the event which takes place on Sunday, 31st May. Ladies, entry sheet now posted in kiosk please add your name and make sure you have your cards in on time. NEW MEMBERSHIP OFFERS Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members. Please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015 17 when called in. A great win but the competition heats up. We return to the Gold Coast next Saturday morning to face Williamstown and hopefully we can get revenge for our recent defeat in the Bruen. We hope it’s a long weekend and all panel members are requested to attend. Best of luck boys. Due to the inclement weather our greens are susceptible to pitchmarks and members are requsted to repair any damage spotted. Our course staff and volunteers have made great efforts to improve the quality of our course so the least you can do is fix a pitchmark. Our volunteer work continues every Tuesday evening, if you have a free hour come and join us. DUNGARVAN GOLF INTERNATIONAL On Mon 18th May through to Thurs 21st May, Gold Coast, West Waterford and Dungarvan Golf Clubs are

Dungarvan Golf Club Club Classic kindly sponsored by Billy Queally, Ger Darcy and Liam Carroll. Front Row LR: Cashel Corby, Maeve Morrissey, Maeve Fitzgerald, winners; Creina O’Sullivan, Lady Captain; Ina H. Considine, winner. Back Row LR: Jim Keirsey, Vice Captain; Ger Darcy, Billy Queally, Liam Carroll, President; David Raher, Captain. [Pat Crowley]

hosting the annual Dungarvan Golf International Classic. This is a Singles Stableford event open to ladies and gents with daily prizes, and all three courses are played in rotation. The top qualifiers, decided by the best two scores over the three days go forward the final day in Gold Coast. We welcome back once again our Overseas competitors from the UK and USA along with players from Ireland. We hope they enjoy the golf and most of all the Irish hospitality. CAPTAIN’S SCRAMBLE The timesheet is now posted in the foyer for those wishing to play in the Captains scramble which takes place on Wednesday, 27th May at 6.30 p.m The cost is €10 and includes a light meal. Names need to be down on the sheet by 26th May when the draw for partners takes place. Our captain David Raher would love to see as many of you as possible – especially any beginners – this is the perfect event for you! GENTS RESULTS: Mon 11th Open Seniors (50+) Winner: John D. Walsh (19) 36 pts, 2nd Colm Bannon (22) 34 pts.Thurs 14th Open Singles Winner : Cillian O’Neill (15) 43 pts, 2nd Conor Duggan West Waterford (11) 40 pts, Gross Luke Cummins 38 pts. LADIES RESULTS: Tues., 12th Open Singles sponsored by Shaws Winner: Carmel O’Brien (14) 36 pts, 2nd Mary Phelan (23) 34 pts, 3rd Hilary Browne (26) 34 pts, 4th Joanne Fitzgerald (16) 34 pts, 5th Maeve Carthy (33) 34 pts. Sat., 16th Singles Winner: Joanne Fitzgerald (16) 35 pts,

2nd Kathleen Phelan (25) 35 pts, 3rd Maria Ryan (24) 35 pts. YOUNGONES: Results 13th May Winner: Maria Ryan (24) 18 pts, 2nd Olga Carroll (36) 17 pts. SIXTY.COM: Results 13th May Winner: Sean O’Ciarba (17) 21 pts, Best Lady Cathy Connolly (30) 13 pts, Best Gent Pat Power (21) 18 pts. UPCOMING FIXTURES: Monday, 18th Open Gents & Ladies Seniors (50+) Tuesday, 19th Ladies 18 Holes Singles Start of Season Wednesday, 20th Dungarvan Golf International; Sixty.Com at 3 pm Thursday, 21st Open Gents Singles Friday, 22nd Swing GS at 12.30 Saturday, 23rd Gents & Ladies Singles; Pierce Purcell at Gold Coast Sunday, 24th Gents Intermediate & Minor Scratch Cup; Gents Singles Monday, 25th Open Gents & Ladies Seniors (50+) PROSHOP: Our resident professional David is reporting a busy start to the season. Upcoming events include a Cobra Fitting day on Monday, 1st June followed by a Ping Fitting day on Tuesday 16th June. These days are perfect opportunities to sample premium brands and establish your specifications. Please contact the ProShop at 058-44707 to avail of this opportunity. In other news, David is now an agent for Pure Grips. These 100% rubber grips are of the highest quality and are installed using an air compressor and allows David to change a complete set within 15 mins. Video lessons are

very popular at the moment with members and visitors looking to improve their games. JUNIOR GOLF: Tuition for our beginners and PreJuniors continues every Saturday at 3 pm under the watchful eye of Club Professional, David Hayes. We had a great turnout last week with Megan, Sarah and AJ impressing. Thanks again to James Hayes for his assistance. Any enquiries relating to Junior activities can be directed to Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at the ProShop CLUB RAFFLE This year again Dungarvan

Golf Club is running a Club Raffle for a fantastic array of prizes. Do you fancy a holiday abroad in magnificent Cannes, a free membership, or a relaxing getaway break in a luxury Irish Hotel? To be in with a chance to win these and other superb prizes, enter the Dungarvan Golf Club’s big raffle! Your continued support is very much appreciated. The grand draw will take place on the night of the President’s Prize 9th August 2015. Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. Tickets €2 each. Book of 6 for €10.

who participated. JUNIOR GOLF The Junior Committee are holding an introductory night aimed primarily at 5th and 6th class primary pupils. This session will take place on Thursday evening, 28th May, commencing at 7.00 p.m. and ending at 8.15 p.m. This is open to boys and girls and the emphasis will be on fun and further sessions are planned if we get sufficient interest. Equipment will be provided on the night so why not come along have a go and some fun. Meet in the clubhouse at 7.00 p.m. CONDOLENCES Our deepest sympathies go to the friends and family of club member Christy Hanrahan who passed away last weekend. Christy was a well-known and well liked member of our club and the proof of the man was that he was playing competitive golf into his early nineties. Having met him and played golf with him I can tell you he was always great man to have the craic with and very willing to help you out with your golf game if he thought he could. There is no doubt about it the golf club has lost one of its greatest characters and he will be missed. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. PIERCE PURCELL Well done to the club’s Pierce Purcell team on progressing on Sunday last in the Goldcoast by defeating Faithlegg GC. This means that John McGrath’s troops

are out again on Saturday morning against Waterford Castle again in the Goldcoast. The managers tactical genius of back loading the team meant that the three last pairings out were victorious and the first two parings were called in. The winning pairs were Peter Whelan and Ger Mulcahy, Seamus Beecher and Martin Power and Frankie Corcoran and James Bennett. The other pairings who were both all square at the time were Maurice Cahilane and Kevin Foley and Michael Burke and Paul Kenneally. A ll systems go for next week and hopefully we can get a good weekend’s golf out of it! MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 18th to Thursday, 21st May: Ongoing Front 9 Singles Stableford Competition. Tuesday, 19th April: 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30. Friday, 22nd May: No Qualifier. Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Friday 22nd & Saturday, 23rd May: Melleray/Glen Rovers GAA Classic. Sunday, 24th May: Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Saturday 30th / Sunday, 31st May, & Monday, 1st June: 18 Hole Stroke-Junior Intermediate & Minor Scratch Cups. Tuesday 2nd to Thursday, 4th June: Ongoing Front 9 Singles Stableford Competition. Vice-Captain’s Prize to Mr.

Jack Aherne, Saturday 6th & Sunday, 7th June. Last card to be returned on Sunday’s will be 8.00 p.m. From this time competition will be closed. MONDAY TO THURSDAY 9 HOLE COMPETITION Ongoing 9 hole (front) competition to run each week from Mondays to Thursdays. 20 plus to count for competition to be closed on Thursdays. LADIES VICE PRESIDENT’S PRIZE Our Vice President Katherine Moynihan presented her prize this weekend and had a great entry from ladies an men. The sun shone throughout and the course was in super condition. The leading lady on the day was JoJo Tobin who claimed her first Vice Presidents Prize with 69 pts. Gross winner was Fiona Howard with a fine 79 gross. The three ladies following each had 72 pts with Joan Cahillane bringing in the best back 9, followed by Patricia Lonergan who took 3rd and Laoise Ní Chonchubair claiming 4th. Katherine presented her beautiful prizes to men and ladies and duly thanked everyone who works so hard in the club and those who helped her prepare for her day. JoJo thanked Katherine and all the efforts put in to holding this day on the course and indoors and she was delighted to win the clubs first major and her first Vice

President’s Prize, and she wished the club all the best for its Jubilee year. Our Open Day Champagne Scramble proved to be a very close affair with only one point between the top three teams. The top three were all out on the course at roughly the same time, conditions were favourable and this proved to be another game with only a puck of the ball seperating the winners. Lady Captain Amanda Power and her invited guests proved just an all important fraction better than the rest bringing in 60 pts for first place. Vice President Katherine Moynihan led her ladies from Dungarvan to second place with the better back 9 to finish with 59 pts, We had three locals taking third place also on 59 pts. RESULTS Sun 17th May 18 Hole Stroke, Vice President’s Prize kindly presented by Katherine Moynihan. 1st JoJo Tobin (21) 69 pts; 2nd Joan Cahillane (14) 72 pts; Gross Fiona Howard (6) 79 gross; 3rd Patricia Lonergan (16) 72 pts; 4th Laoise Ní Chonchubair. Sunday, 10th & Wed., 13th May Open 3Ball Champagne Scramble, kindly Sponsored by TFC Oil distributors. 1st Amanda Power (12) Lismore, Oonagh Mee (17), Siobhan Feehan (26) Fermoy, 60 pts; 2nd Katherine Moynihan (18) Lismore, Betty O’Brien (18), Breda McCarthy (4) Dungarvan, 59 pts; 3rd

Patricia Bolger McCarthy (15), JoJo Tobin (21), Mag Morrissey (23) Lismore, 59 pts. FIXTURES Wed 20th 18 holes stableford, & Kellehers Qualifier, Members Prizes. Sun 24th & Wed 27th 18 Hole Stroke, GOY, Kindly Sponsored by Kelplex Displays. May ongoing 9hole stableford continues, re-entry. Best wishes to the Miele team who take on Thurles on Saturday next and to the challenge cup team who play Fota in Mahon on Sunday. DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Every Monday night for the summer we provide an opportunity for of our Beginners/learners chance to try out golf in our “Desperate Housewives”. Every Monday night at 6.30 pm we will have some experienced ladies availlable to help out with any one who is thinking of giving the game a go, would like to come along and see how they would get on with some help and support and no pressure. Anyone welcome to come along at 6.30 and give it a try. Please pass on word to any ladies you think might have an interest. MIXED Mixed golf continues every Friday evening at 6.30 pm for any ladies or gents who wish to play some social enjoyable golf. All welcome, please txt or call ahead if you are running late.

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net DESPITE the weather it was a busy week again at the club. John Regan gets the nod as Player of the week having won the BRATS society on Friday and following up with a four shot win in the Monthly Medal on Saturday. Our Purcell team were in action in the first round at the Gold Coast were we faced a tough Tramore team. With some inspirational words for Managers Jim Kiersey and John Considine we got stuck

in early and played some fabulous golf in testing conditions. Jim Harty & Donal Dempsey led us away and recorded a 5 and 3 victory. Derek Power and Michael O’Mahony followed suit recording a 4 and 3 win. Unfortunately John Carroll & John Clancy were beaten but Anthony and Matthew Lynch got us over the line winning 5 and 3. Liam Carroll and Johnny Norris were one up on

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday 16th & Sunday, 17th May, 2015 – 18 Hole Stroke-Vice President’s Prize to Mrs. Katherine Moynihan: 1st Stephen Hartigan (20) 61; 2nd Brendon Hannon (9) 65; Gross: Michael McGrath (5) 75; 3rd Cal Aherne (16) 67 L9; 4th Peter Whelan (14) 67 L9. CSS: Saturday 69 & Sunday 70. STEVE DOES THE JOB! Stephen Hartigan claimed this year’s first major in fine fashion with a very impressive 61 nett off a 20 handicap. A birdie on the first started his day very well and some solid shooting for the remaining 17 holes was key to his exceptional score. Stephen had 7 pars along with the birdie and he ran out a clear winner and takes the prize back across the bridge to Co. Cork and to add to the list of Conna major winners in Lismore. Well done Steve! Second and with a score that would win most weeks, was Ballyduff’s Brendan Hannon, Brendan shot a 65 nett off a 9 handicap, this included 12 pars and a birdie

on the 9th hole and that score put some daylight between him and the chasing pack. The gross prize went to Michael McGrath who shot a 75 off a handicap of 5, a nice steady 13 pars for the 18 holes was the trick here!! Third was Ballynoe man Cal Aherne. Cal was in a group of players who shot 67’s but a superior back nine elevated him to third place. A consistent round which had 8 pars was good enough to get Cal on the podium. Peter Whelan had a good weekend.. fourth prize in the Vice President’s prize … a great win in his Pierce Purcell match and his beloved Arsenal snatching a draw from the jaws of defeat against Man Utd. I hope he did the lotto!! Peter was again in the group who shot 67, he had 10 pars and capped the round off with a tidy birdie on the 18th. The weekend was a great success and credit must go the Katherine and all who organised the weekend and luckily enough the weather was not too unkind to those

Gents €540

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Stradbally FC LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw in The Cove Bar on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 6, 13, 15 and 16. €25 to: Mags Kiely, Martina Roche, Breda Cummins. Promoters prizewinner: Liam Connors. The next draw is on May 31st in the Bally Inn and the Jackpot prize on offer will be €2,800. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. BEST WISHES We send Best Wishes and Get Well Soon to our former chairman Ollie Lawlor who is recuperating following a recent medical procedure. INFIRMARY CUP Stradbally faced Seaview Celtic in the semi-final of the Infirmary Cup in Ozier Park on Monday evening. Check next week’s column for a match report. SUMMER CAMP Following meetings and discussions, it has been decided in principle to once

again host the Soccer Summer Camp. Dates and times have still to be finalised, so watch this space for further details. ACADEMY Academy & Little Dribblers continues on Saturday mornings at 10.30 a.m. This is an ideal way to introduce little ones to group play and to learn the basics of soccer. All children are welcome and so

are their parents. CLUB KITS There are some club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday presents. Sizes: 5 / 6, 7 / 8, 9 / 10. Contact Gerry at 087 2245712. ASTRO TURF Astro Turf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841.

Dungarvan United FC Reliable team keeper Pa Collins.

Top scorer this season Robert Finn.

Kilmacthomas AFC UNDER 15 We rounded off our league campaign without full strenght teams and failed to our points tally all eyes now are on the Cup Final on Tuesday evening when we face Bohs at 7.00 p.m. Please come and give the boys some support. UNDER 11 (PLAYOFF) KILMAC 1 SOUTHEND 0 On Friday evening we finished our league in style in Tramore. The boys were fantastic and did what was asked of them. From the kick off they adopted a great attuide and pressed Southend. The back four were on the ball and cleared everything that came into the

Dungarvan United FC U-13 squad pictured with coaches Chris, Dean and Steve.

final third given Southend very few chances on goal. The winning goal came from a corner, Nathan whipped it in and Sennan was there to head home. The Southend keeper was outstanding on the night and made some fantastic saves to deny us. This was a complete team effort so full credit to all who involved and congratulations to Gary and all who helped out during the season. Our thanks to all the parents and supporters who travelled on the night. We are now league Champions. UNDER 13 Kilmac 3; Railway 0. We finished our league on Saturday, unfortunately with a

walk-over from Railway who were unable to fill a full team. Our thanks to all for a great season and hope to see all the boys again for next season when we should be competeing for league honours. Our thanks to players parents and management for their commitment and support during the season. COMMUNITY GAMES Our under 13 team progressed to the next stage after a good win on Wednesday evening. UNDER 14 CUP All eyes will be on Tramore next Saturday when we face Ferrybank in the Final kick off is at 12.30 p.m. We wish the lads well.

Waterford Schoolboys’ Football League Results U-11A Carrick Utd A 2; Villa A 3 U-11E Ferrybank C 3; Villa D 2 U-16A Villa B 0; Tramore 2 U-16B Villa C 1; Piltown 1 U-16B Cup Final - The Skoda Cup Kilmacow 2; Portlaw Utd 1. AET U-12C Cup Final - The Joe Delaney Cup W. Crystal 2; Railway Athletic 2 AET Railway Athletic won 4-3 on penalties U-13C Ballinroad B 2; Bohemians B 2 U-13A Cup - The Johnny Barnes Cup Carrick Utd A 0; Dungarvan Utd 3 Ferrybank A 1; Villa A 4 U-14A Kilmacow 4; Bohemians 3 U-15A Villa B 2; Ferrybank A 3 U-11E Dungarvan Utd B 2; Bohemians C 7 U-11E Park Rangers B 6; De La Salle C 1 Under 15 League U-15B Southend 6; Kilmacthomas 1 U-15C

De La Salle B 2; Park Rangers 4 Villa C 1; Ferrybank B 3 U-15C Cup - The Roy Power Cup Carrick Utd B 2; Portlaw Utd 2 AET (Carrick Utd B won 3-2 on penalties) Under 15A Cup Final - The Woolfson Cup Tramore A 5; Carrick Utd A 1 Under 11C League Play-off Kilmacthomas 1; Southend Utd B 0 U-14A Dungarvan Utd A 0; Villa A 6 U-11A De La Salle A 1; Ballinroad 1 U-11E Dungarvan Utd B 5; Ferrybank C 3 U-11C Cup - The Willie Moran Cup Bohemians C 1; Seaview Celtic 0 Un-11A Cup - The Mitchell Kennedy Cup Villa A 2; Southend Utd A 3 U-13B Kilmacthomas 3; Railway Athletic 0 Park Rangers 3; Ferrybank B0 U-14A Bohemians A 1; Southend Utd 1 U-15C De La Salle B 2; Portlaw Utd 2 Under 15C Cup - The Roy Power Cup Tramore B 1; Ferrybank B 5

U-13's SECURE SEMI-FINAL PLACE WITH IMPRESSIVE WIN OVER CARRICK UTD. U-13A CUP QUARTER-FINAL: Carrick 0; Dungarvan Utd 3 On Tuesday last, our young Blues challenged Carrick Utd in the cup quarter final. The last time these two sides faced each other it ended up all square in a 1-1 draw in the league. We were a bit off the pace in that fixture and we expected a much better performance this time out. We started off the game very positively, at times we played a few stray passes but it was the early nerves that hit our lads at the start. We nearly found ourselves a goal behind in the first 10 minutes when we played the ball back to Dylan Cliffe in the goal but the pass was didn't reach the distance. However, Dylan inside the goal was quick off his line to pounce on the Carrick forward before he pulled the trigger. A few minutes later Carrick tried again. However, the always reliable Jack Donnelly intercepted the ball and cleared our lines. We woke up after this and started to play some simple football. Kapi had a chance nearer the end of the half but his long range effort was just wide of the post. Nicholas also had a long range effort go slightly a miss. It was scoreless at the interval. We made a few changes in the second half. We went back to our usual 4-42 formation and brought on Cormac Mahoney for Nioclas Breathnach. Coming into the second half we were much more comfortable looking on the ball. It wasn't long before we took the lead as Kacper Zajac put us 1-0 up 5 minutes in. Kapi was assisted by Jack O'Flionn who played a great through ball into him and Kapi turned onto his good leg ran at the full back and placed the ball comfortably into the net. Dylan Cliffe was again called into action on several ocasions to keep us 1-0 up. Dylan pulled off some world class saves to drive us on. After 15 minutes in and we doubled our lead, Sam Uniacke this time with the goal. He met a Kapi cross and slotted the ball home from 6 yards out with ease. We drove on from this and completely took over the game. Only five minutes from time and we sealed our fate by grabbing another goal this time coming from the boot of Jack O'Flionn. His long range effort was struck like a bullet into the top corner to finish off the game and complete a 3-0 victory for the blues. Man Of The Match: The man of the match was our no.1 Dylan Cliffe who played a superb game in between the sticks. Dylan has been our most consistent player all season. This was a great game of ball. We played some of our best football to date. We now play host to Tramore AFC in the Semi-Final on May 27th. We urge all our club members to come out and support these young blues in their bid to get to a Cup Final. Well done to all involved on a great victory. Squad: Dylan Cliffe, Cameron Maguire,

Jack Donnelly, Ben Kavanagh, Kyle O'Donnell, Jack O'Flionn, Nioclas Breathnach, Aaron Ryan (captain), Artur Trziack, Sam Uniacke, Kacper Zajac, Junior Griffiths, Michael Power, Cormac Mahoney, Adam Ashraf, Martin McDonadgh, Molly Schrubb.

FUNDRAISING WALK & CYCLE SATURDAY, 27th JUNE, 2015 GOOD NEWS Dungarvan United AFC are 90% completed on our floodlighting of our main field in Kilrush Park, Dungarvan. BAD NEWS Dungarvan United AFC has to raise €10,000 of our own funds by the 1st of July to have floodlights in Dungarvan for next season. WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH OUR SPONSORED CYCLE! COULD YOU DO THE CYCLE? COULD YOU GET SPONSORSHIP FOR SOMEONE TO DO THE CYCLE? COULD YOU SPONSOR SOMEONE DOING THE CYCLE? SPONSORING ONE OF OUR MANY PLAYERS WHO WILL BE OBTAINING SPONSORSHIP ON OUR CYCLISTS BEHALF! COULD YOU HELP AS A STEWARD? COULD YOU HELP IN SOME SMALL WAY? Stan Cummins not only has helped lead us back in to Premier Football but is heading up the organisation of the clubs cycdle. Contact Stan or any of our committee or David Walsh 087-6896983 davidwalsh1@hotmail.com IS THE CYCLE FOR EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS ONLY? Not at all…… This organised cycle caters for both novice and experienced cyclists alike with the pace you follow up to yourself. There are also back up vans with mechanical support, just in case you need it!

Pictured above is the cover of our Sponsored Cycle which will be making its way around the town in the coming weeks. Please support the club where possible.

DO I NEED TO REGISTER? Yes – you can register by contacting Stan Cummins or any committee member or emailing davidwalsh1@hotmail.com DO I NEED TO TRAIN? We would advise that you prepare with some training for an event like this. You know your own pace and what it will take to complete a cycle of this nature? Remember you have 6 weeks to get those bikes out and get plenty of practice…… DO I NEED A PROFESSIONAL BIKE? No, but a relatively good quality bike in good condition will make your cycle a lot easier…. Make sure it is properly serviced. WHAT ABOUT PUNCTURES/ REPAIRS EN ROUTE? There will be mechanical support with back up vans en route should you need it. ARE THERE STOPS ALONG THE ROUTE? There will be refreshment stations along the route. ACADEMY UPDATE TOURNAMENTS We will participate in the following tournaments. Please note that places are limited and all players MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED. Contact 086 886 5829 to reserve a place. THE LEN RODGERS MEMORIAL, CLASHMORE SATURDAY, 30th MAY, 2015 This tournament is open to players as follows: Under 7 Born 2008 – 2009 Under 8 Born 2007 - 2008 THE HENNESSEY CLEANING CLOVER TOURNAMENT 2015 SATURDAY, 30th MAY, 2015 This tournament is open to players as follows: U-9 Born 2006 (Copy of Birth Certs required to play). We encourage all players available to take part in these tournaments to put into practice what they are learning at training each week. DUE TO THESE TOURNAMENTS THERE WILL BE NO ACADEMY ON SATURDAY, 30th MAY. LOTTO Winning Numbers 35 - 19 - 18. No Jackpot winner. €100 winner card 15, Line 3. John Dunne. Well done John. SYMPATHY All in Dungarvan United AFC were saddened to hear of the sudden and tragic passing of Josephine Flynn over the weekend. Josephine was married to our good friend and former player Colm Flynn, who was part of our famous AllIreland Youths winning squad. Both Josephine and Colm were in attendance last Summer at our Anniversary event in Kilrush Park. Our thoughts and sympathies are with all of the family at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Railway Athletic FC UNDER 12s ARE CUP CHAMPIONS On Tuesday evening last we travelled to Tramore to play city side Waterford Crystal in the under 12 cup final. We travelled down in the knowledge that if we played as well in this game as we did in our previous few games we would have a very good chance of claiming the cup. We had trained very well for the last few weeks and this was shown as we battled right to the end before claiming the title on a penalty shootout after a brilliant game of soccer. A huge crowd had travelled down to support this young bunch of lads and they certainly helped to get us over the line as their support was like the twelfth man on the pitch. From the off it was end to end stuff with both sides having a real go. We had the first chance to take the lead when great work down the left by Tom Coffey and Florence Flynn saw Caoilean Foley find Tadgh Kelleher at the back post and his shot was saved by the Crystal keeper at the expense of a corner. We fell behind after twenty minutes when the Crystal centre forward had a shot well saved by Adam Hallahan but he was on hand to score from the rebound and we were now in a real battle. When this Railway side came out for the second half they were a team possessed and from the off we had the Crystal side pushed back for most of the half. Adam Hallahan had a very quiet second half in goal as our back four of Reddy, Costin, Ahearne and Coffey were well on top. In midfield Patrick McCarthy was all over the pitch in a man of the match performance and with Rory Byrne Tadgh Kelleher and Florence Flynn working tirelessly throughout it was only a matter of time before we were back on terms. Foley and Conor Reddy were doing all they could up front and the introduction of

David Lommano really seemed to give us a bit of a cutting edge as we totally dominated the remainder of the game. We had to wait until the last three minutes of normal time to get the equaliser and it was Patrick McCarthy whose free kick went all the way to the net and we could breath a huge sigh of relief as we were deservedly back in the game. Conor Ormonde came on for Oisin and settled in well to his job at full back. The first period of extra time saw Crystal take the lead again but just before the break Patrick again was our saviour when he scored a brilliant free kick to send us into the dreaded spot kicks. After five kicks each we were all square at 3-3 and both teams missed there sixth kick. David Lommano scored our seventh and when the Crystal player took their seventh Adam Hallahan produced a brilliant save and Railway were Cup champions for 2015. This was a brilliant Cup final and when Dave Cullen Chairman of the Schoolboy League in his speech before the presentation said it was one of the best Cup finals he had ever witnessed that said it all. Danny Costin our excellent captain accepted the cup amid scenes of ecstatic joy as this young bunch of lads had produced one of the best battling efforts from a Railway team in a long time to win the silverware. As a team we were outstanding. Adam Hallahan was brilliant in goal and his final penalty save will go down in history. Oisin had a very good game at right back and was on one of the Crystal's best players but Oisin never gave him time on the ball and when Conor replaced him he did the same job. Conor Ahearne played solid when he settled into the game and made some crucial tackles when needed. Danny Costin has been a revelation

since moving to centre back and his reading of the game and leadership from the back was top drawer. At left back Tom Coffey gave his best display ever and was close to man of the match after keeping the Crystal winger who was excellent quiet throughout the whole match. In midfield Tadgh who was carrying an injury never stopped and battled right to the end. Rory was always a threat and even when things didn't work out for him he never stopped working. Florence on the left wing put in a massive shift and his tackling and work-rate was top class throughout. Patrick was outstanding for the whole game and his box to box play and energy plus two great goals had to be seen to be believed. At one stage the linesman said to us that he was tired just looking at him cover every inch of the pitch. Conor and Caoilean worked very hard throughout and when David replaced Conor he also ran his socks off right to the end. Eoin Coffey was also introduced at centre back and cleared some good ball in an historic win for us. Great credit too must go to Managers Colin Byrne and Darren Foley and coach Martin Reddy who had the boys in fine shape for the final and they have done an excellent job with this squad. Finally, a huge thanks to everybody who travelled down to support the team. There was a huge crowd there and when we got back to town there was some buzz as we paraded the Cup through the town before heading to the Cornerstone for refreshments. THANKS TO MAURICE AND BETTY KELLEHER When we returned after our Cup final win we were treated to fine refreshments in the Cornerstone Takeaway which were sponsored by the Kelleher family. We would like to thank Maurice and Betty for this kind gesture which was much appreciated by everyone.

ALL-IRELAND FINAL Great excitement again within the club as Tireoghain Flynn and the Waterford under 13 side are preparing for another All-Ireland final. Once again they will face Donegal in the final and that will take place on the weekend of the 23/24 May again in Cahir. It would be great to see a big crowd travel up to shout on the lads and we hope that they can make it back to back All-Ireland titles. RAILWAY SOCCER CAMP Yes folks it’s that time of year again when we are arranging our annual soccer camp which will be held between August 4th to 7th. Every year since we began this we have been getting huge crowds with 168 kids last year which is amazing. This year we will leave no stone unturned again as we plan another few days of great games and fun so book early as we may have to have a cut off point at some stage if numbers keep rising ACADEMY ON MONDAYS On Monday evenings our hugely popular soccer Academy will continue at the Community centre in Cappoquin. This Academy has been going for many years and this is where kids learn the skills of football and have some great fun while meeting new friends also. We will again cater for Boys/Girls aged from 4 to 9. It takes place at the Railway pitch from 6 pm to 7 pm and is free. CLOTHES COLLECTION We are at present collecting clothes/books and mobile phones as part of a fundraising drive to help out with the running of the club. If anyone out there has any old clothes ie bed linen, shoes, all types of clothes, mobile phones or books and would like to help us out you can drop them to the Railway Athletic pitch any Saturday morning between 10 am and 11.30 am or just contact Martin, Sheila, Tristan, Chantal or any club member and we will arrange to collect them from you

Presentation of jerseys to Kilmacthomas FC – Gary McCormick, Manager of U-11 Team, Craig Dee of First Class Castles, sponsor and Tom Connelly, Club President of Kilmac Soccer Club.

Craig Dee, sponor and manager Gary McCormick with the Kilmacthomas U-11 Soccer Team.

Ballinroad FC BALLINROAD SOCCER CLUB PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW Current jackpot €9,900.

Numbers drawn were: 3, 12, 16, 21. No winner. €20 winners: Jason O’Mahoney, Tom Foley, Ger Carey. New jackpot €10,000.

Next draw will be held in the Lord Maguires Pub, Ballinroad on Sunday, 31st May, 2015. Thank you for your support.

Manchester United Supporters Club - Waterford Branch ARSENAL DRAW OF NO BENEFIT This was an opportunity for United on home soil to crank up the pressure on Arsenal and finish the race in the coveted third spot avoiding the early season qualifier for the champions league which United last had to do in 1992 when they played a team called Debrecen (from where you may ask) from Hungary I think I should know as I attended the fixture in Old Trafford. Back to the Arsenal match and for the first time this season I was in agreement with the post match interview given by Louis Van Gaal when he stated "United were the better team for the first 60 mins and should have scored more than the 1-0 lead given to them courtesy of a tidy finish from Ander Herrera". After that, Arsenal took control of the game and on the balance of the match scored a deserved equaliser via the

deflected Theo Walcott shot forced past Valdes (who made his league debut as a sub. for the injured De Gea). The draw suited Arsenal far more than United but it secured fourth spot, a position United fans thought well beyond us pre Christmas. On the second half of the season it is well deserved even if it is in a way by the failure of Liverpool, Spurs and Southampton to capitalise on the weeks when United dropped points. DE GEA TO MADRID??? The Sunday tabloids had it that David De Gea's imminent departure from Old Trafford to Real Madrid is a done deal! The post match question was posed to Van Gaal who stumbled to an answer which would certainly seem to be of the opinion that the tabloids are right in this case. Also reported in the Sunday papers was that Manchester giants City and United would have to fight it

out at a minimum £110 million to bring Gareth Bale back to the premiership. It smells like the Madrid net is going to snare DeGea with Bale part of the deal I think. I certainly hope I am wrong for two reasons Bale is not worth £110 million and I would be fighting tooth and nail to hang onto De Gea voted the best keeper in the league by a country mile by his peers. BRANCH MEETING There will be a Branch meeting held in Lawlors Hotel on Friday, 29th May at 7.30 pm sharp. The interest or lack of interest in this meeting may well see an end to the Waterford branch if the interest is not shown and please take these two weeks to ponder if you want a branch which has GUARANTEED MATCH TICKETS to every Old Trafford home game. As a committee, the work has been harder and harder year on year to get SUPPORTERS to join/rejoin the OFFI-

CIAL MEMBERSHIP required to attain the status of an affiliated branch (minimum 50 official members). Some of the committee have already made their intentions known that they wish to resign their positions due to the laid back and down right lack of interest from members. It is up to every individual to contact the secretary on 087 1940089 if you are unable to attend the meeting and with two weeks notice I feel it is a minimum requirement from members. We are always looking for new members and have seen many a happy face in Old Trafford on social media sites who are not affiliated members to the branch and just wonder WHY??? Here is your big chance to insure that the club is affiliated once again next season by members showing a genuine interest and renewing memberships or joining as a new member without having to be

hounded to do so for the summer which unfortunately has been the case in recent seasons. BELATED BIRTHDAY WISHES As we close in on another season's end I almost forgot to wish Branch founder member and Branch LIFE PRESIDENT Pat Grant Snr. a very happy birthday (albeit a week late). There are a lot of rings on the tree now SNR!!!! WATERFORD BRANCH MEMBERSHIP We have decided to freeze our membership at €10 per adult and €5 for juniors and O.A.P's for the coming season. This minimal fee is not affiliation to Old Trafford as some people seem to think once the membership is renewed over the water they are members. This coming season we intend to clamp down on this fact diligently and every member MUST PAY "THE WATERFORD BRANCH"

subsription before you will be allowed to put your name down for a fixture. BIG INCENTIVE As an added incentive this season we have decided to waive the Waterford branch membership for the first 20 OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIPS renewed in Old Trafford. To insure your free membership just contact the secretary once you have renewed on 087 1940089. Should you wish to see how the branch is run or/and tripsorganised just attend the meeting on the 29th MAY or simply contact the secretary on the quoted number in these notes. SEASON TICKET HOLDERS All branch season ticket holders are reminded that the renewal date has been extended due to a glitch in the website in Old Trafford. Any members wishing to enquire about season tickets just contact the secretary or visit the official website of

manutd.com. Season ticket holders also qualify as branch members for numbers purposes but not in the quantifying of our allocation for category "A" games (usually 8 members = 1 ticket/access card validation). If you happen to know a season ticket holder please let me know on 087 1940089 if they are living in Waterford but not affiliated to a branch. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE The topic of the champions league came up on our last group trip as a possibility of going to a group phase match should United qualify for the group stages. The preferred match will be the game nearest to Christmas regardless of the opposition all enjoyed the BURNLEY trip and the seats secured for the match were without question the best seats EVER had collectively for the game. It is possible to secure similar seats with advanced notice so watch this space!!!!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club HOSTS OF GENTS ALL-IRELAND STROKEPLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015 PUBS LEAGUE SPONSORED BY THE ANCHOR BAR The semi-finals and finals were played Sunday last. It was a nail biting final as all teams were evenly matched. After a great entry of 24 teams, we had a very exciting semi-final with Paddy Foleys A overcoming the reigning champions Anchor Bar A, to be in the final with the team from Minnies Bar, also the other semi final saw The Cove Bar being pipped at the post by Minnies Bar, with all games going down to the wire, with wives and girlfriends cheering them on. The final 4 teams were in 1st place Paddy Foley’s A; in 2nd place Minnies Bar; in 3rd place The Anchor A; in 4th place The Cove Bar. We would like to say a big thank you to The Anchor Bar who sponsored this popular and very enjoyable tournament. FUNDRAISER FOR THE CLUB We are looking for unwanted clothes, bags and shoes so anyone with anything to give us can tell a committee member or bring it to our clubhouse. WATERFORD COUNTY STROKEPLAY FINALS These are being held at the Cunnigar on May 24th. Play from 10-12 all are welcome to play. COACHING LESSONS Any one interested in coaching can come along on a Wednesday evening at 7.00 p.m. for the month of June. Please contact the club. MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR County Strokeplay – May 24th 10.00 a.m. – 12 noon. All-Ireland Gents Strokeplay – July 25th+26th. Butcher’s Block – August 8th. So everyone get practising. Please note if names are not paid for they will not be sent away. Monday Evening Scrambles are now underway names in by 6.00 p.m. Tee off 6.30 p.m. Nett: Jacinta O'Mahoney, Darragh Power. Gross: Evelyn Torrens, Liam Simms. WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Breda O'Donnell, Maureen

DCC team and crew prior to the start of the 2015 Ras in Dunboyne.

Group of juveniles with Patsy and Cait. Power. Gross: Carmel Fitzgerald, Mary O'Neill. SATURDAY TOURNAMENT Names to be in by 1.00 p.m. Tee off 1.30 p.m. Nett: Cait Mulcahy, Darragh Power. Gross: Breda O'Donnell, Liam Simms. From now on with Saturday games please note: The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards). JUVENILE COMPETITIONS The juvenile league is now over this was a new league consisting of different games, which was played over a 4 week period, which our juveniles found to be thoroughly enjoyable. 1st Kyle Hackett, 2nd Jamie Mulcahy, joint 3rd was Louie Simms and Fionn Nagle. There was a great attendance over the 4 weeks and we will be starting another league on Sunday, 31st May, 1.00 p.m. MEN’S MATCHPLAY LEAGUE The inaugural Men’s Matchplay League is now in full swing, and all the participants are enjoying the challenge. This league has been sponsored by The Shamrock Restaurant, O’Connell St., Dungarvan, and the club is most appreciative of such a very generous gesture by this popular local restaurant. Results will be in soon. HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in one competition. So we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the

club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one. To date Patsy Hackett (3), Paddy Noonan (2), Michael Ahearne, Liam Simms, have one each. Breda O'Donnell (2) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (2) and Cait Mulcahy, Bridget Walsh have now has a hole-in-one for the women’s section. BONUS NUMBER Bonus number 29. The winner this week was Paul Healy. 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. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? Try to take each shot on its own and clear the mind of past mistakes or errors, it helps if you simply concentrate on looking at the ball until it has been well struck. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30. Club jumpers, tee shirts and caps and gloves are for sale in club house.

Causeway Tennis and Bowls Club. Runners-Up Team in The Spring League. L/R: Sarah Feeney, Sarah Duffy, Ger Kelly, Michelle Finnegan, Jonathan Hayes. [Pat Crowley]

RAS UNDER WAY The month’s of planning and training are at an end and now the real work has begun for the DCC Ras team and backup crew. All the lads finished safely after a fast and windy first stage into Carlow. Keep an eye on the DCC Facebook page for daily updates from Damian. It’s just like being there without the stress of trying to hold a wheel at 50kph and 200bpm. Keep her lit shams. O’MAHONY CYCLES SUMMER SERIES WEEK 1 We had a super turn-out for week 1 of the Summer Series, once again kindly sponsored by O’Mahony Cycles, and back on the old Millstreet circuit. Despite the wind it was a fast night’s racing. Groups 1 and 2 merged at Millstreet, and were caught by Group 3 at Cappagh. The scratch group made contact on the climb up Colligan but the night belonged to Dion McCarthy. Many thanks to everyone who marshalled junctions, drove lead cars, and our motorbikes. Much appreciated. Top 8 were: Dion McCarthy Stephen Murray Jamie Blanchfield Aidan Connell Mick Ahern Noel O'Dwyer Martin O'Loughlin Ray Dwyer Week 2 next week. Sign on from Colligan at 6:30 p.m. Everyone will be marshalling at some point so please indicate when you can do it. There’s 5 points available for

marshalling. RACING UPDATE Whitechurch in Cork was the venue on Sunday last for the St. Finbarrs’s GP, another race that has been good to DCC over the years. Mark McGarry continues to dominate with another terrific victory in the under 12 race, with Aoibhe Power finishing comfortably in the bunch in the same race. Conor Coleman has been working hard and got the result he deserved for his efforts with a fine 2nd in the under 16 race, getting into the break of the day. Well done lads. Neil Power finished in the bunch in the A4 race. Well done to Kieran Cahill who claimed 2nd overall in the A4 category of the Waterford Crit Series held over the last few weeks. CLUB GEAR The club gear that was ordered in February is now available. Please contact Liam Moore to arrange collection. WEEKEND SPINS There seems to be no end to the constant wind. Saturday was bright but breezy for a great spin to Cappoquin, Lismore, Ballysaggart, Araglin, Fermoy, Tallow, and home. Sunday’s spins saw a combined Group 1 & 2 head to Kilgobnet, Kilbrien, Beary’s Cross, Ballinamult, Affane, Villierstown, Aglish, Mount Stuart, Old Parish, and home. 24 in Group 3 headed to Cappoquin, Lismore, Tallow, Mount Uniacke, Killeagh, Youghal, Old Parish, and

home. Group 4 found some sunshine around the Tallow – Youghal Bridge circuit, with a coffee at Piltown Cross. Finally, Group 5 headed to Tramore for the charity cycle. 7 went to Dunhill, Kill, Bunmahon, and back the Coast Road to Tramore. A hard cycle but all survived it. Well done lads. We were well represented on the sportive front too with riders at the Mount Leinster Challenge, and also in

Wicklow and Galway. To be informed of the weekend's routes please check the Facebook page on Saturdays or send an email to updates@dungarvancc.com requesting to be added to the list to receive the routes. Club spins leave at 9:00 a.m., from John Foley’s Kilrush on Saturdays, and The Square on Sundays. CYCLING QUOTE “To look good is already to go fast.”

Tom, Paraig, and Declan at the Cycle4DSI in Blessington.

Conor Coleman and Mark McGarry - both podium finishers in Whitechurch at the weekend.

Causeway Bowls Club B.L.I. SOUTHERN LEAGUE 2015 We're back! Yes it's that time of year and your local bowls team has started its endeavours in the Southern League bowls competition. We began the season on Sunday, 17th May with a home match against the ICICYMA club from Cork. Although the weather was not too favourable; what with cold strong cross winds, we were able to enjoy the afternoons play. Both teams performed well through the afternoon and after the completion of the first games it was all square at one game a piece.

The third game continued for almost three and a half hours and finished with a score of fifteen all. So with honours equal we thought it best to get inside out of the cold to a bowl of soup and bread together with sandwiches and cakes that the lady members of the club had so graciously laid out for us. Although the weather did not help it turned out to be a most enjoyable first match of the season and after the refreshment our team captain, Mr. John Townsend, thanked the opposing team for their help in making it so.

Members of the Causeway Bowls Club who played against ICICYMA club from Cork.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Pictured L-R: Jason Ryan (sponsor), Emmet Cronin, Clerk of the Course, Pat Ryan (sponsor) getting ready for the The SWEEP Hillclimb sponsored by Pat & Jason Ryan Motors Youghal. Francis Connors Showjumping at the Aglish Gymkahna on Sunday last.

Francis Connors wins Aglish Connolly’s Red Mills Munster Grand Prix While Paul Beecher claims FBD Speed series

FOR the second time this season, Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady proved unbeatable in the Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix league, this time at Aglish Gymkhana in West Waterford where spectators were treated to a thrilling edge-of-the–seat climax to a brilliant jump-off. Eight horses and riders made it through to the second round after course builder Anne Waistell got the balance just about perfect in round one and Francis Connors set the early target when clear in 47.56 seconds with Capitol Cruise. Cork’s Alan O’Regan then really set the jump-off alight knocking a massive seven seconds off the target with Electric Feel and they would eventually hold on to finish fourth. Peter Moloney from Colligan in Dungarvan then produced a superb clear round with the Pat Duggan owned mare Ribanbelle Tame and their time of 38.79 seconds looked almost unbeatable. Seamus Hayes was next to go and he produced a great effort with Jerry Sweetnam’s striking grey Corphin, finishing clear in 40.14 seconds to move into second.

However, a competition is never over when Francis Connors is left to jump and just as he has done so many times in the past, the Waterford rider kept his composure on the way to a stunning clear in 37.92 seconds with the Hilda Anthony owned Uskerty Diamond Lady who was bred by John Doyle of Uskerty Horses Ireland. The Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix league now moves to Midleton, in Co. Cork for the fourth round, with Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady on top of the table with 20 points. PAUL BEECHER AND LOUGHNATOUSA ZIDANE SCORE SECOND FBD SPEED SERIES WIN AT AGLISH GYMKHANA County Waterford’s Paul Beecher scored his second FBD Speed Series win of the season on Sunday, this time at Aglish Gymkhana where once again the Tallow born rider was riding Loughnatousa Zidane. Former Hickstead Derby winner Beecher, had also come out on top in the FBD Speed Series opener at Ballylawn with the eight-yearold Temple Clover chestnut gelding and they beat off 53

fellow competitors at Aglish after a brilliant clear round in the two-phase competition, stopping the clock in 36.98 seconds. Cork young rider Daniel Joyce claimed runner-up spot with Loughnatousa Cisco, finishing just three hundredths of a second slower than the winner with the 10-year-old Krafty Clover gelding, while Deirdre Doyle was close behind in third (37.24) with Done Cruising.

Less than a second separated the top five finishers with Daniel Joyce also taking fourth place with Marvellous Marvin (37.46), just ahead reigning national grand prix league champion Vincent Byrne in fifth with Colorado, while Dungarvan young rider Nicholas Connors finished fifth with Lantino 31. The FBD Speed Series now moves to Co Cork, with Midleton hosting the fourth round this Sunday (May 24th)

RESULT – CONNOLLY’S RED MILLS MUNSTER GRAND PRIX LEAGUE AGLISH GYMKHANA CO. WATERFORD 17/05/2015 1. Francis Connors/Uskerty Diamond Lady 0/0 37.92 2. Peter Moloney/Rinanbelle Tame 0/0 38.79 3. Seamus Hayes/Corphin 0/0 40.14 4. Alan O’Regan/Electric Feel 0/0 40.44 5. Francis Connors/Capitol Cruise 0/0 47.56 6. Anthony O’Regan/Velvet Blackjack 0/5 54.84 7. Peter Moloney/ Ballyconnery Wood 0/8 42.62 8. Seamus Hayes/Barichello W 0/8 45.01 32 Starters 8 Into Jump-off RESULT – FBD SPEED SERIES AGLISH GYMKHAHA, CO. WATERFORD 17/05/2015 1. Paul Beecher/ Loughnatousa Zidane 0/0 36.98 2. Daniel Joyce / Loughnatousa Cisco 0/0 37.01 3. Deirdre Doyle/Done Cruising 0/0 37.24 4. Danile Joyce/Marvellous Marvin 0/0 37.46 5. Vincent Byrne/Colorado 0/0 37.79 6. Nicholas D. Connors/Lantino 31 0/0 38.49 53 starters

Dungarvan & District Sports Tribute Night sponsored by Lawlors Hotel: Hall of Fame Award Winner, Martin Walsh, pictured with family and friends at the Sports Tribute Night in Lawlors Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Imokilly Motor Club Sweep Hillclimb THE SWEEP HILLCLIMB SPONSORED BY PAT & JASON RYAN MOTORS YOUGHAL JUNE 14th 2015 Imokilly Motor Club are delighted to announce that the plans for the Hillclimb in Dungarvan at the famous SWEEP HILL are at an advanced stage. Much of the paper work and planning is already done and regs and entry forms will be available shortly. The Sweep Hill has a long history of motorsport in the Dungarvan area and is known the length and breadth of Ireland, it has been competed on for almost 100 years. The hill with its two hair

pin bends and fast sections is a great test of man and machine. This year’s event will see Emmet Cronin take control as Clerk of the Course for the event and after running Autocross, Rally Sprints and Rally’s a Hillclimb is a new form of motorsport for the Imokilly Motor Club to run. Emmet Cronin said we at the Imokilly Motor Club are delighted to welcome Pat & Jason Ryan Motors Youghal on board as event sponsors, sponsors are very important for the future of motorsport and it’s great to see a competitor putting something back into the sport. Emmet said it’s great to be

running an event on the SWEEP a place that has such a history with motorsport. Emmet added that there will be 4 runs on the day and there will be a huge incentive for rally cars on this event, at drivers briefing on the morning of the event any driver entered in a rally car will automatically be in the draw for a prize of a free entry in the Great Stuff Caterers Mini Stage Rally also based in Dungarvan just over a month after the Hillclimb. For further details check out our web site www.imokillymotorclub.com or follow us on Facebook.

Motorsport Ireland Weekend Round-up IRISH CREWS SHINE ABROAD Irish crews shone abroad this weekend with sparking performances by young Irish drivers in Wales and Belgium. Monaghan brothers Sam and Josh Moffett brought their Ford Fiesta RS WRC’s to the Plains Rally in Wales on Saturday to gain some gravel mileage ahead of their next outing on the European Rally Championship. Sam and Josh are regular competitors on the Irish Foresty Championship but this was their first time competing on the loose in World Rally Cars. A solid performance from the pair saw run consistently at the business end of the top 10 with Josh and co-driver John Rowan taking a brace of fastest times on their way to 2nd overall. Elder brother Sam with Karl Atkinso calling the pacebotes, brought his identical Fiesta home in 6th position. The Moffett’s next outing will be the Azores Rally at the beginning of June. On the Sezoens Rally in Belgium, Stephen Wright took an impressive podium finish in his Ford Fiesta R5. It was Wright’s first event in Belgium in 2015 having spent much of 2014 competing in the Belgian Rally Championship. Despite concerns over a leaking intercooler, Wright rose to the challenge setting a second fastest time on the penultimate stage of the rally on his way to taking 3rd place

behind event winner Freddy Loix and 2nd places Vincent Verschueren. Wright was codriven by local navigator Eddy Smeets in a one off deal. Meanwhile, at home, local driver Dominic McLoughlin took the honours in his Peugeot 205 on Connacht Motor Club’s loose surface autocross. The Sligo driver narrowly beat Cavan’s Joseph Smith and Galway’s Torsten Schmidt eventually overhauling them on the final few runs of the day. On home ground at Naul, in north County Dublin, the Whyte brothers, Dermot and Brendan, dominated the third

round of the Pat Kerley Doors and Windows National Autocross Championship yesterday. In mixed weather conditions, Dermot beat Brendan by just over a second after three runs. Ian O'Connell was best of the saloon drivers, with the Super Saloon category going to Brian Keegan. Starlet drivers John Nolan and Alan Auerbach scored a win apiece in the Birr Autotest weekend at Borris-in-Ossory, with Nolan beating John McAssey to top place on Saturday, while he had to give best to Auerbach the following day.

Josh Moffett at the Plains Rally in Wales.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 May, 2015

Talking Horses Treble for Shane Foley at Dundalk on Friday

Upcoming Fixtures Sligo – Wednesday 20th May (First Race 6.00) Clonmel – Thursday 21st May (First Race 5.40) Cork – Friday 22nd May (First Race 5.30) Curragh – Saturday 23rd May (First Race 1.40) Curragh – Sunday 24th May (First Race 1.40)

Picture perfect day at Limerick for Trainer Paddy Neville THE Paddy Neville-trained Shesaportrait got the better of last season’s Galway Plate second Burn And Turn to take the feature mares steeplechase at Limerick on Sunday. The grey made all under Kevin Sexton, who rode out his claim in this race, holding off the challenge of Burn And Turn up the straight. It was a good day for the smaller yards at Limerick on Sunday with Harry Kelly taking the first with Ballycorrigan, Peter Casey taking the second with Eight Till Late and Robbie Hennessy taking the third with Space Ship. Minella Foru deservedly got off the mark over fences in the beginners chase for Eddie Harty and Mark Walsh. Best Value relished the quick ground to take the handicap chase for Tom Nagle and Shane Crimin and Prickly could be a very nice prospect over hurdles for trainer Edward O’Grady after taking his second bumper in the final race under Kevin Power.

Pleascach impresses at Naas JIM Bolger was the man in form at Naas on Wednesday where he shared three winners with Kevin Manning. He looks to have a fine juvenile on his hands with Round Two who made an impressive winning debut in the 6f Fishery Lane Race and is Royal Ascot bound. Pleascach looked a filly to follow after her runaway success in the Group 3 Blue Wind Stakes and she could now be aimed at the Irish Oaks at the Curragh. Novis Adventus showed plenty of determination to win the 10f maiden and he too should continue to pay his way. The Kevin Prendergast-trained Rue Bonaparte was half-alength too good for Aidan O’Brien’s Californiadreaming in the 6f maiden but The Happy Prince came out on the right side of that winning margin for the Ballydoyle handler and his son Joseph in the 6f premier handicap. O’Brien got a second winner when Outstanding took the 1m fillies’ maiden under Seamus Heffernan. The apprentice handicap went to Peter Fahey’s Bootsandbars who won narrowly in the hands of Conor McGovern.

Eventual winner Forgotten Rules ridden by Pat Smullen winning the Coolmore Vintage Crop Stakes from Answered ridden by Kevin Manning, 2nd. [Caroline Norris]

Royal Ascot clues aplenty from Navan on Sunday FORGOTTEN Rules solidified his place at the head of the Ascot Gold Cup antepost market at Navan on Sunday with a winning return to action in the Group 3 Vintage Crop Stakes. Always in touch under Pat Smullen, the unbeaten fiveyear-old briefly looked in trouble when Answered ranged alongside at the furlong marker but his proven stamina told in the end as he prevailed by just over a length. His target now looks to be Royal Ascot but his trainer Dermot Weld

was quick to add the caveat that he will not run on ground with firm in the description. Group 1 placed two-year-old Toscanini also made a winning reappearance in the Brews Hill Race for Shane Foley and Michael Halford holding off the late challenge of Ainippe. He will be seen next at Naas before taking in the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot. Aidan and Joseph O’Brien had a double on the card with Jinsha Lake and

Ivanovich Gorbatov the latter of which could be bound for the Queen’s Vase at the Royal meeting. Auld Enemy looks a two-year-old colt with a future after winning on debut for trainer David Wachman who also doubled up on the card with progressive filly Curvy both of which were ridden by Wayne Lordan. Joe Eile made a winning return to Ger Lyons stable in the sprint handicap after a spell in England last season.

Brian Hayes doubles up at Kilbeggan BRIAN Hayes rode two winners at Kilbeggan on Friday. He got off the mark on the Michael Bowe-trained Aunt Alice in the 2m3f maiden hurdle and followed up on the John ‘Shark’ Hanlon-trained Abolitionist in the 3m1f handicap chase. Jody McGarvey and his boss Christy

Roche landed the 2m maiden hurdle with Off The Mark who looked a nice prospect. Davy Russell took the handicap hurdle over the same distance on the Dot love-trained Lucky Pat while Jessica Harrington’s Duckweed ran out a good

winner of the 3m novice hurdle under Robbie Power. Jonathan Burke and Richard Cotter took the beginners’ chase with Ronava while Shay Barry landed his second success in the space of 24 hours when Thumb Stone Blues won the bumper under Richie Kiely.

First and last race double Keane treble steals the show at Killarney for Willie Mullins COLIN Keane stole the show at Killarney taking another handicap over the same enjoyed success with Roca Rojo who HAVING dominated at the Irish National Hunt Festival at the course, Willie Mullins was again among the winners at Punchestown on Saturday. He took the opening maiden hurdle with Limini who made a winning jumping debut under Paul Townend. The champion trainer Willie Mullins and his champion amateur rider son Patrick combined to win the bumper with Potters Point who impressed when beating the Jessica Harrington-trained Don’t Touch It by four and a half lengths. Noel Meade and Paul Carberry won the 3m maiden hurdle with Champoleon and over the same distance Na Trachtalai Abu took the handicap hurdle for James Motherway and Mark Walsh. Mouse Morris and David Mullins enjoyed success in the 2m handicap chase with Real Steel who won narrowly from Foildubh. Davy Russell made much of the running to win the 2m beginners’ chase on Gordon Elliott’s The Game Changer while Mikey Fogarty and Louise Hallahan took the 3m1f handicap chase with Fr Humphrey.

New partnership on the mark at Tipperary A NEW partnership between Kevin Sexton and owner Pat Conway got off to a winning start when Don Franco won the 2m4f handicap hurdle for trainer Jim Dreaper at Tipperary on Thursday. The 20-year-old Kildare native has an agreement to ride all horses owned by Conway and his wife Tilly.

on Tuesday when riding three winners on the all-Flat card. He teamed up with his boss Ger Lyons for two of his winners, Bertie Le Belge in the EBF Race and Sacrificial in the 1m handicap. The young rider made it three when

distance on the Paul Flynn-trained Jackie Ellis. Jessica Harrington and Fran Berry were on the mark with Buyer Beware in the opening maiden while Ado McGuinness and Declan McDonogh

ran away with the fillies’ maiden on her first start. Wayne Lordan took the concluding 11f handicap with Water Sprite for John Murphy who rarely leaves the venue without a winner.

Limerick success for Martin and Townend THE Tony Martin-trained Pyromaniac was produced with a perfectly timed run to beat Totally Dominant in the 2m rated hurdle at Limerick on Tuesday. Paul Townend delayed his challenge until the run to the final flight and the tactic paid off as the 6/4 favourite outpointed his market rival to win. Martin was out of luck as the Walsh-

ridden Dollar And A Dream could only finish third to 50/1 shot Accordion Twilight, trained by Bill Lanigan and ridden by Roger Loughran, in the 2m handicap hurdle. The opening 2m5f maiden hurdle went to the Noel Meade-trained Killer Miller who came good under Mark Walsh who followed up for owner JP McManus on the Edward O’Grady-

trained Flaming Dawn in the 3m beginners’ chase. Liam Cusack’s Chief Of Panama ran out the gamest of winners under David Mullins in the 2m5f handicap hurdle while Andrew Lynch and Henry de Bromhead combined to win the 2m1f handicap chase with Crown Theatre. Willie Mullins and his son Patrick took the bumper with Good Thyne Tara.

Tsui family to sponsor Pretty Polly Stakes SUNDERLAND Holding Inc, the company of the Tsui Family who own Sea the Stars, will sponsor the Pretty Polly Stakes taking place at the Curragh on Sunday 28th June. First run in 1947, The Pretty Polly Stakes is named to honour one of the

great racing fillies of the 20th century. Recent previous winners include Dar Re Mi, Dance Design, and Alexander Goldrun, while the Roger Charlton trained Thistle Bird landed the race last year. Total prize money for the Group 1

contest for fillies and mares will be €250,000, an increase of €50,000 from 2014, ensuring the race continues to be one of the most valuable of its kind in Europe and thus maximising all opportunities to attract the very best horses.

DUNDALK has been kind to Shane Foley and he rode three winners at the County Louth venue on Friday night. He won the 7f maiden on the Michael Halford-trained Tailteann Games and followed up on Koybig for Ken Condon in the 1m handicap. The treble was completed when the Adrian Joycetrained Coach Bombay got up in the dying strides to win the 12f handicap. Tom Dooley, trained by Michael Mulvaney and ridden by Gary Carroll, left it even later and only led on the line as he won the 6f handicap. Colin Keane landed the rated race on the Ger Lyons-trained Fog Of War while other winners on the card were Fields Of Athenry, trained by Aidan O’Brien and ridden by Seamus Heffernan and Whitehaven Bay, ridden for trainer Sheila Lavery by Pat Smullen.

Killarney double for Doneraile Trainer Walsh JOHN Joe Walsh landed a first and last race double to take the training honours at Killarney on Monday. The 12/1 chance Monasteradenpauric and Brian O’Connell took the 2m4f maiden hurdle while Le Legro was the 33/1 winner of the ladies’ bumper under Maxine O’Sullivan. Tennis Cap landed his second success over fences when taking the featured Malton Novice Chase. With Ruby Walsh in the plate, Willie Mullins’ eightyear-old led at the second last fence and won comfortably from Shesaportrait. The Mickey Fogarty-ridden Miley Shah saw off the Walsh’s mount Ted Veale to win the 2m4f hurdle for Tullow trainer Joe Kenny. Other winning favourites on the card were Leave At Dawn who easily won the 2m6f handicap hurdle for Charles Byrnes and Mark Walsh while Ravished saw off his main market rival Federici to win the 2m6f handicap chase for Mouse Morris and Bryan Cooper. On a rewarding night for County cork trainers, Castlelyons-based Edmond Kent saddled Star Counsel to win the 2m6f maiden hurdle under Davy Russell.