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COUNTY Waterford’s seaside resort of Ardmore lost its bathing ‘good water quality’ status, which it received in 2013 from the EPA, after being downgraded to ‘poor’ status in the most recent EPA report on bathing status for 2014. The results will be disappointing to the community, as Ardmore attracts a large number of tourists during the bathing season (June to September). Waterford City and County Council acknowledged that “historic issues” resulted in Ardmore bathing area being classified as ‘poor’. “However, the Council has prepared, and is in the process of implementing improvement measures, in consultation with the EPA,” stated a spokesperson for the

Council. “These improvements consist of the construction of a wastewater treatment system which is due for completion in February 2016.” Waterford City and County Council said that despite the classification by the EPA, they would work to ensure that Ardmore has ‘good’ bathing water quality for 2015. “An interim treatment system will be in operation for the 2015 bathing season, which will ensure ‘good’ bathing water quality status for Ardmore during 2015,” said the Council spokesperson. “Weekly monitoring will be conducted throughout the bathing season, in conjunction with the HSE. These results will be published on the EPA and Council websites and local notice board adjacent to the beach.” Continued on page 5

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WATERFORD is to be allowed to make a formal case for inclusion in the Wild Atlantic Way. Fine Gael TD John Deasy has secured a commitment from Tourism Minister Michael Ring to facilitate a presentation to officials from Fáilte Ireland and his Department. The Waterford Deputy made the request in the Dáil last Wednesday, notwithstanding the previous morning’s launch of ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’, a new marketing promotion based around heritage sites and cultural

assets. Last July Mr. Deasy met Fáilte Ireland CEO Shaun Quinn and persuaded the tourism body to let Waterford City and County Council pitch to become part of the Wild Atlantic Way. But while the Waterford local authority set to work on a submission, Council officials in Cork have not pushed for East Cork’s inclusion, leaving an obvious missing link to the touring route’s conclusion in Kinsale. Continued on page 2

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Ireland to make a assets. July Mr. Deasy met Fáilte the is to be allowed Last and persuaded WATERFORD inclusion in the Wild City and CEO Shaun Quinn formal case for body to let Waterford part of secured a tourism Council pitch to become Atlantic Way. John Deasy has Fine Gael TD Minister County Atlantic Way. from Tourism local authority to the Wild commitment facilitate a presentation his But while the Waterford Council offiand Michael Ring to a submission, East Fáilte Ireland set to work on not pushed for officials from in Cork have missing request cials Department. leaving an obvious Deputy made the Cork’s inclusion, conclusion in The Waterford notwithstanding link to the touring route’s in the Dáil last Wednesday, launch of ‘Ireland’s Kinsale. 15 the previous morning’s promotion on page 2 new marketing Continued cultural Ancient East’, a and heritage sites based around

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FROM FRONT PAGE Mr. Deasy sees Waterford Airport as an ideal south-eastern starting point for the WAW touring route. The new VLM Waterford to London-Luton service will operate 12 flights each way weekly from 27th April, with strong bookings so far. “Our priority is marketing our spectacular coast,” said Deputy Deasy. He said the Wild Atlantic Way status would work in tandem

with a number of major tourismled projects, such as the Déise Greenway route traversing Dungarvan, Ballinacourty and Durrow, and the UNESCO Copper Coast Geopark. “Then there are places like Stradbally Cove, Clonea Strand, the Ring peninsula,Whiting Bay and Goat Island in Ardmore each of which would bring something unique to the mix.” Deputy Deasy added: “To see the Giant’s Causeway promoted on the Wild Atlantic Way website

John Deasy raising the Wild Atlantic Way issue in the Dáil last week. while a large chunk of the southern seaboard is left out is slightly incongruous”. However, he cautioned that connecting East Cork remains a serious obstacle to Waterford

joining the Wild Atlantic Way. “There are people in West Cork who would like it to end there; one factor being the concerns surrounding the huge debt attached to Cork Airport.”

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WEATHER OUTLOOK ANY mist, fog or lows cloud will burn off quickly on Wednesday to give another dry day with good sunny intervals. Mild or warm, with highs 15 to 19 Celsius in moderate easterly breezes. It will be a little cooler near the south coast where winds will be fresh at times. Wednesday night: Dry, with good clear intervals in most areas. Cold, with a risk of grass frost and some mist or fog patches. Min. 2 to 5 Celsius. Thursday: Most areas dry, with some bright or sunny spells, but cloudy periods also. A few showers may occur, especially in the south and southwest. Max. 13 to 18 Celsius, coolest on exposed coasts, with mostly light south to southeast or variable breezes. Later Thursday, more persistent rain will develop in the southwest, spreading northeastwards on Thursday night and Friday morning. Friday: Mostly cloudy, with rain in many areas at first, but brighter weather, with scattered showers, will follow from the southwest during the day. Still mild. Max. 12 to 16 C, in a moderate south to southwest wind. Saturday: A spell of rain will move down from the north and northwest. Clearer, colder conditions will follow, with scattered showers and winds will veer northwesterly. Some showers may turn wintry over high ground in the north and northwest on Saturday night. Sunday: Cold, with sunny spells and showers, some heavy and of hail, with a risk of thunder. Breezy, with moderate to fresh west to northwest winds.

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UNESCO approves extension to Copper Coast UNANIMOUS approval has been given for an extension to County Waterford’s Copper Coast Global Geopark which will include prehistoric and medieval sites including the village of Kill. The approval was given at a recent meeting at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, France. Speaking at a community information meeting held recently in Kill village, Mossie Cheasty, Chairman of Kill Community Centre said: “We welcome the extension and look forward to working closer with all the communities in Geopark and hope this will improve the lives of everyone living and working in the area as well as improving the experiences of visitors”. The Copper Coast is a 25 kilometre stretch of coastline situated between the towns of

County Waterford’s stunning Copper Coast, which was recently given unanimous approval for an extension to include the village of Kill.

Tramore and Dungarvan and is characterised by rugged cliffedged shorelines and unique geological formations.

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The ruins of Dunhill Castle, along the Copper Coast.

Commenting on the extension Keith Kirwan, of Kirwan’s Bar and Off-Licence and Jenny O’Brien, owner of Pisces Restaurant said: “We think its great news that Kill is now included in the Geopark”. “This something we can use to promote and develop our businesses and hopefully it will increase visitor numbers coming to and enjoying Kill village.” Mike Sweeney, Chairman of Copper Coast Geopark welcomed Kill to the Global Geopark family and said he looked forward to working with them and was sure that the addition of the historically important village could only strengthen the Geopark and enhance its attractiveness to visitors. “The timing couldn’t be better, the inclusion of important prehistoric and medieval archaeological sites will add value to our educational pro-

grammes as well as giving people more reasons to explore the Geopark,” he said. “In terms of tourism offering, we are perfectly positioned to benefit from Fáilte Ireland’s new tourism proposition ‘Ireland’s Ancient East’.” The Visitor Centre, with geological and mining heritage exhibition is based in Bonmahon. The Copper Coast was awarded European Geopark status in 2001 and received Global Geopark status under the auspices of UNESCO in 2004. Find out more information about these and other things to see and do in the Geopark at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre in Bonmahon, which also has a café and gift shop selling local products and a recently opened art exhibition space with the aim of supporting local artists and bringing their art to wider audiences.

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Councillor warns treatment plant needed first before Ring water supply is built

Sonya Monahan and Joseph Kiely who were married on the 28th December at the Maryborough Hotel and Spa, Douglas, Co. Cork, followed by reception. The bride is daughter of Jacinta and Michael Monahan, Dungarvan, and the groom the son of Sally and the late Seamus Kiely, Glendalligan. Donna Duggan, the Bride’s sister was Maid of Honour, and Bestman, the Groom’s lifelong friend John Craeven. Ava Duggan and Leah Hall were Flowersgirls and Paigeboy Wayne Hassett. The couple honeymooned in New York. A most wonderful day was shared with family and friends and the new Mr. and Mrs. Kiely would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who travelled from both near and far to make their day so special. [Sean Byrne Wedding Photography]

A WATERFORD Councillor has welcomed the announcement that €7m will be allocated for a new water source in An Rinn, but said an issue with sewerage needs to be addressed first in Ballinamuck. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell warned that a treatment plant for sewage needs to be built in Ballinamuck before a new water supply pipe is built from Dungarvan to Ring. Two weeks ago, the Dungarvan Observer revealed that Seánaí Kiely, Gaeltacht native and Fianna Fáil National Executive Member, was informed by Irish Water that an estimated €7m was approved under Irish Water’s Major Capital Section for a new water source to come from Dungarvan. “While I welcome the €7m for the new water source for Ring, I want to see some of that money

build a treatment plant in Ballinamuck,” Cllr. O’Donnell said. “There are too many houses together in that area, meaning there are too many tanks together and not a proper sewerage scheme in place. “Irish Water needs to build a treatment facility in Ballinamuck before they take water out to Ring, because I don’t want to see polluted water being piped out to Ring.” Cllr. O’Donnell said he was working with the Council in relation to examining the possibility of getting a treatment facility at Ballinamuck, but then Irish Water took over water services and the matter was never followed up.

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Seánaí Kiely responds to Councillors’ comments regarding new water supply for Ring A MEMBER of Fianna Fáil’s National Executive has responded to comments made by Councillors at the April meeting of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council, in relation to €7m of funding for a new water source in Ring. Gaeltacht native and Fianna Fáíl National Executive member, Seánaí Kiely, announced two weeks ago that An Rinn was approved an estimated €7m for a new water source from Dungarvan, with work expected to begin later this year. The story was carried on the front page of the Dungarvan Observer. At the April meeting of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council, held last week, some Councillors criticised Mr. Kiely for “taking credit” for the news while another Councillor questioned whether the money had actually been approved. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan (SF) accused Mr. Kiely of claiming credit for the scheme, while Cllr. Pat Nugent (FG) said some Irish Water representatives he met had denied any knowledge of the money being sanctioned. Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer, Mr. Kiely said he was “disappointed” by the response of the two elected representatives at the Dungarvan-Lismore Council meeting. “The funding announcement for Ring is good news and it is an accurate story,” Mr. Kiely said. In response to Cllr. Nugent’s comments, Mr. Kiely said that not all Irish

Water staff would be informed of decisions in relation to big capital investment programmes. “The people of Ring have been suffering over the past 20 years with poor quality water and it is time to stop playing party politics,” he said. “I am not a fan of party politics and the people of Ring don’t care who gets them clean water, as long as it is done. This is too serious an issue to play party politics.” In relation to comments that the water issues in Ring have been previously raised by other Councillors at Council meetings, Mr. Kiely acknowledged this. “But, everyone has raised the water issues in Ring over the years, because it is the largest ongoing problem in the constituency,” said Mr. Kiely. “However, there is a difference between raising the issue and getting a result,” said Mr. Kiely. He pointed out that regardless of what representations were made years ago, Irish Water has only been in existence for the past year and a half, which is where he made his representations to. A plethora of emails seen by this newspaper, going back and forward from Mr. Kiely to Irish Water, MEP Brian Crowley, Mayor James Tobin, EU Commission and various engineers, show that there was a substantial amount of work involved in getting this issue addressed by Irish Water. Mr. Kiely said any citizen can make

representations and do not necessarily have to be an elected representative. “I am happy to work with anyone, but I was dealing with Fianna Fáil elected representatives, such as Councillors James Tobin and Tom Cronin; and MEP Brian Crowley,” he said. He commended the work and assistance from Councillors James Tobin and Tom Cronin, as well as assistance from MEP Brian Crowley and his office, particularly in relation to the interpretation of water testing results. As previously published in the Dungarvan Observer, written correspondence from Irish Water to Mr. Kiely (and seen by this newspaper) confirmed that the funding for a new water source for Ring “has recently been approved”. “A new source of water from the Dungarvan area will be diverted to Ring.This project has been appointed to our Major Capital Section for design and construction,” Irish Water confirmed to Mr. Kiely. While Irish Water was not able to give an estimate for completion of the project, Mr. Kiely believes that the project should begin later this year, at a cost of approximately €7m. Concluding, Mr. Kiely welcomed the news from Irish Water and said he believes that a permanent solution has been found to the water problems in Ring. “I look forward to the initiating of this project,” he added.

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Scenic areas of Waterford continue to be dumping ground for some people

THE photographs shown are from different scenic parts of County Waterford, which were taken in the past fortnight, and all have one thing in common flytipping and littering. The first photograph was taken by a vigilant

citizen who came across some household litter dumped in a stream near to Ballydwane Cove. It is mostly plastics and papers - all of which can be recycled. The second photograph is also household litter -

plastics and mostly glass jars, which was dumped in a field at Affane, near Cappoquin. A glass ‘bring bank’ facility is located at Affane Cross, just over 500 metres from where this litter was observed. The third photograph

Checking for NCT is a waste of Garda time - says Councillor A WATERFORD Councillor has stated that Gardaí checking vehicles for NCT’s is a waste of time and resources and said the private company which carries out the NCT should check vehicles themselves. Cllr. Cha O’Neill was speaking at the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County, which

was informed by Superintendent Michael Leacy that MAT (Mandatory Alcohol Testing) checkpoints were down by 13 percent in the year to date. Supt. Leacy said that the seizure of vehicles was also down by 29 percent. In relation to the checkpoints, Cllr. O’Neill said he “honestly thinks that it is a waste of Garda time being on the roads checking for NCTs”.

He pointed out that the NCT service is operated by a private company (Applus+) and the Gardaí should not be checking vehicles on behalf of a private company. “The same company should be asked to go out themselves and check for NCTs and not be wasting Garda time,” said Cllr. O’Neill. “There is 150 new Gardaí coming on stream during the year, I don’t want to see those new

was taken at a local scenic area near Stradbally. The citizen who came across this litter noted that it was all soiled nappies. Last month, a large quantity of nappies were found dumped in a stream in the Comeragh

Mountains. Environmental Inspectors are following up on enquiries in relation to that investigation and it is hoped a prosecution will be brought in the near future. While Waterford Council’s Environmental

Inspectors continue to investigate and monitor illegal waste issues, members of the public are encouraged to contact the local authority and report all incidents of flytipping, illegal dumping and littering.

Anyone who observes individuals in the act of flytipping or illegal dumping should note the details (car registration, description of the person, etc.) and report it to the Council on 0761-10-2020.

Councillor welcomes completion of work on Monea Road The National Car Testing Service (NCT) is operated by Applus+ Automotive with a registered business address at Lakedrive 3026, Citywest Business Campus, Naas Road, Dublin 24. Gardaí out checking for NCTs. They would be a lot more beneficial out in the communities, not checking for NCTs. “It is only a money making exercise for the NCT. “I’ve no problem the Gardaí checking for drunk driving and no tax, but the NCT is carried out by a private company. “They should be employing people to go out and check vehicles!” Cllr. O’Neill added.

COUNCILLOR Tom Cronin has welcomed the completion of work carried out by the Council on the Monea Road, just outside Ardmore village. Waterford Council car-

ried out work recently on a 450 metre stretch to rebuild the road, and then tar and chip the surface. Works were completed last week. “I want to welcome that

work, which was part of the Road Works Programme for 2015,” said Cllr. Cronin. “Previously, the road was extremely uneven and causing problems for motorists.”

Provisional figures show arrests are down this year PROVISIONAL figures released to the Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County show that arrests are down slightly in the year to date. Superintendent Michael Leacy told the JPC that arrests are down slightly in the Waterford Division - by three percent which searches carried out by Gardaí are down by around 34 percent, in the year to date.

Supt. Leacy said that in the first quarter of 2015, Gardaí have dealt with over 5,600 calls for service from the public in Waterford City and County. Supt. Leacy informed the meeting that the figures are only provisional and are a tactical assessment of the divisional performance. He said the Central Statistics Office is the official resource for crime statistics.

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Tiffany’s to host major fundraiser in aid of Oncology unit By Paul Mooney A MAJOR fundraiser in aid of a Oncology cancer unit in Cork is to be held in Tiffany’s Restaurant, Dungarvan, on Friday week, 1st May, from 7.00 p.m., and promises to be one of the most spectacular events the town has seen in years. There will be an Auction with guaranteed craic, as it will be expertly compéred by local character, DJ, and Master of Ceremonies, ‘The Mad Hatter’, (aka Michael Wright), as well as a raffle

with some fabulous prizes, along with entertainment and complimentary food and drink. All proceeds raised from the event will go towards the Head and Neck Oncology Unit in the South Infirmary - Victoria University Hospital (SIVUH), Cork, which will assist in the ongoing research, and the purchase of a new state-of-the-art laser machine, and enhance and develop services and ensure a world class service is provided to patients and their families. Proprietor of Tiffany’s Restaurant, Mustafa

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Elatrash, was a patient at SIVUH after being diagnosed with cancer. Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer, Mr. Elatrash praised the doctors, consultants and staff of SIVUH for the work they do and commended them for their work while he was a patient at the hospital. Mr. Elatrash said he was very happy to hold the fundraiser in aid of the SIVUH’s Head and Neck Oncology Unit and he hoped that the fundraiser would help future generations in the battle against cancer. The event is by invitation and there is no entry fee - but donations will be gratefully accepted on the night. Some special guests at

the fundraiser include two Consultants from the Head and Neck Oncology Unit at SIVUH, Mr. Gerard O’Leary, and Mr. Patrick Sheahan, along with a large number of other hospital staff, nurses, doctors and theatre staff. Local TD, John Deasy and Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, Chairperson of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council, have also been invited to attend and speak on the night. The fundraising event will be one of the largest the town has seen in years. Tiffany’s Restaurant, which has been operating for many years at the Plaza, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, is a quality family restaurant and the business is to be commended for hosting this event for such a good cause.

Everyone is affected by cancer in some way whether directly or indirectly, and the various cancer facilities and services around the country wouldn’t be able to provide and improve their important services without the people who support them - making a real difference to the lives of those affected by cancer. Mr. Elatrash expressed his gratitude and thanks to all the businesses in town which donated prizes and items for the raffle and auction. “The business people in Dungarvan are extremely generous,” he said. “I want to thank everyone who donated to this great cause and I hope to see you all on the night,” Mr. Elatrash added.

Council vows to improve Ardmore’s bathing waters FROM FRONT PAGE Ardmore Beach was one of seven areas around the country which failed to meet the stricter new EU standards. Just down the road, Youghal’s Front Strand was also downgraded from ‘sufficient’ in 2013, to ‘poor’ in 2014. According to the EPA, the ‘poor’ result for Ardmore and Youghal’s Front Strand bathing waters is due to the impacts of wastewater discharges. “The fact that these waters have been designated as being of ‘Poor’ quality means that there is a requirement for local authorities to put in place notification for the entire bathing season advising the public against bathing, but this could include a bathing

prohibition if a pollution incident occurs,” warned Peter Webster, EPA Senior Scientific Officer. Mr.Webster noted that in conjunction with Irish Water, local authorities have prepared and submitted management plans to the EPA for improving water quality at ‘poor’ sites. In the case of Youghal, new sewage works are being constructed, while in Ardmore, improvements to the effluent disinfection system that operates during the bathing season are being undertaken. The new EU standards introduced this year are said to be almost twice as strict as those standards previously applied. The assessment of water quality in 2014 was undertaken using data from the

2011 to 2014 bathing seasons, rather than just the annual data, as in previous years. OTHER BATHING AREAS Clonea Beach went from ‘good’ status in 2013 to ‘excellent’ in 2014, while Bonmahon Beach maintained its ‘sufficient’ status from 2013 into 2014. In the East of the county, Counsellors’ Strand in Dunmore East also went from ‘good’ in 2013 to ‘excellent’ in 2014, while Dunmore Strand in Dunmore East and Tramore Beach went from ‘sufficient’ in 2013 to ‘excellent’ in 2014. BEACH MANAGEMENT PLANS Waterford City and County Council said it is

currently preparing beach management plans for all beaches in the county and metropolitan areas for 2015. The aims of the beach management plans are to: Monitor twenty eight bathing areas around the coast; maintain, and improve if necessary, bathing water quality; apply for Blue Flag and Green Coast beach awards, where possible; ensure safe access to bathing areas for all visitors; and provide adequate public information in a timely manner. “The Council’s aim is to help all visitors to the beaches and coastal areas enjoy themselves safely amid the stunning natural beauty of the Waterford coastline,” said the Council spokesperson. “Waterford City and

County Council is also considering the development of coastal Blueways along the Waterford coast. Blueways are coastal routes, where water based activities such as snorkelling and kayaking can be enjoyed.” Members of the public and interest groups are encouraged to provide suggestions on beach and coastal management in the county. Anyone interested should send their suggestions by email to bathing@waterfordcouncil.ie. Further information on Waterford bathing waters can be found on the Council website www.waterfordcouncil.ie on the EPA bathing water website http://splash.epa.ie and on local beach noticeboards.

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Karen McCarthy and Kayleigh McCarthy of Calypso IT, Catherine McCarthy of LEO who sponsored the Easter Camp, Mags Durand O'Connor, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, pictured with kids who took part in a week long Easter Coding Camp at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre; Conn Willans, Alanna Willans, J. J. Mahony, Sean O’Sullivan, Bryan Regan, Mark Dee, Martin Halley, Maria Grant, John Power, Vesta Cimermanaite, Jack Condon, Charlie Organ, Mark McCarthy, Adam McGregor, Farlie Flynn-Malon, Gearoid Coffey, Alan Keogh.

Easter Coding Camp at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre a huge success DUNGARVAN Enterprise Centre in association with Local Enterprise Office recently ran an Easter Coding Camp for children aged between 8 and 14. There was a full house with 17 children receiving certificates at the end of the week.

The kids learned how to code Quiz HTML, how to play with styling sheets and they also had fun with Makey Makeys. Code is the language of the future and it is important that kids get immersed in it as early as possible. The

camp was run by Karen and Kayleigh McCarthy of Calypso IT. “I strongly believe that today’s kids will need to understand code in order to get jobs in the future,” says Mags Durand O’Connor of Dungarvan Enterprise

Centre. “We are indebted to LEO for working with us to provide this service, as well as DEC Coder Dojo, ensuring we can facilitate the development of these skills.” Dungarvan Enterprise Centre runs a

free coder dojo for kids every Saturday morning from 10.00-1.00. If your child is interested in computers please bring him/her along to join this fun learning environment. Details and booking on www.facebook.com/coderdojodec

Are you compliant when it comes to employment legislation? Collins McNicholas & Purdy Fitzgerald want to ensure you are! COLLINS McNicholas & Purdy Fitzgerald Solicitors are holding a Complimentary Employment Law Breakfast Briefing on Thursday, 30th April, in The Tower Hotel at 8.00 a.m. The event will provide an overview on recent updates in legislation and covering key areas of change to focus on over the coming 12 months. Key note speaker Alastair Purdy, Partner in Purdy FitzGerald Solicitors will focus on recent developments in employment law and will give a general update of what changes are likely to happen and how they can affect your business. Alastair himself is an expert in Labour Law having spent a number of years working at HR Director and Manager level within the Manufacturing, Retail and Financial Services sectors so he brings a HR practitioner’s view to employment matters backed with sound legal advice and expertise. Purdy Fitzgerald were the first company to launch Ireland's first On-Call Employment Law & HR Service which provides on-going advice on all Employment Law and HR matters for a fixed monthly fee dependant on the

number of employees you have. Séamus Tobin, Regional Manager with Collins McNicholas said that ‘now more than ever businesses of all sizes need to ensure they are fully compliant when it comes to employment legislation and be ready to face any issues that may arise within the day to day operations’. He said ‘the SME sector in particular should focus on same as many small or growing companies may not have the resources to take on board a full time HR professional and often forget the necessity of proper HR policies and procedures until too late!’ To reserve your place at the breakfast briefing please contact: Séamus Tobin, Collins McNicholas, at seamus.tobin@collinsmcnicholas.ie or contact 021 4809118. Celebrating 25 years in business this year Collins McNicholas has an extensive nationwide presence with offices based in Cork, Dublin, Galway, Athlone and Sligo - Collins McNicholas are experts in providing recruitment assistance in a range of sectors including executive recruitment, technical engineering, supply chain, information technology, human resources and all commercial recruitment

such as accountancy & finance, customer service/multilingual and sales & marketing. Collins McNicholas was delighted to be awarded one of the Deloitte Best Managed Companies Awards 2015 and one of Irelands Best Workplaces 2015. Aside from our Permanent Recruitment Services Collins McNicholas also provide Temporary & Contractor Recruitment Services to a range of companies nationwide including Operators, Trades qualified personnel, Technicians and Engineers and support personnel. Séamus Tobin stated that this can be ‘beneficial around specific projects or ramp up periods where the employees are on Collins McNicholas payroll directly until the company decides that they wish to take the personnel on full-time and transfer them over’. He added ‘outsourcing of recruitment and HR has been popular with some companies and we work with the company to design a recruitment process that suits their needs ensuring all candidates are vetted, psychometric assessed, provide dexterity and/or numerical testing and ensure full reference checks are completed thus taking this task away

from HR in the company giving them time to concentrate on other strategic needs within the company’. Collins McNicholas provide a suite of psychometric assessments which is managed on-site by Caroline Ward (Occupational Psychologist) who heads up the HR Services Division having previously worked with SHL providing advice and support to companies. Caroline works closely with the client in order to design bespoke assessments/tests often utilising their own products which will enhance their recruitment process or performance appraisal process overall – such tests could include ability testing, dexterity testing, personality profiling or conducting role plays. For recruitment advice or more information on other services provided by Collins McNicholas you can log onto www.collinsmcnicholas.ie or call 0214809118 For further information on services provided by Purdy Fitzgerald please call 091 565765 for a confidential discussion or log onto www.purdyfitzgerald.com

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IBAL ‘needs to prove its credibility’ says Council Chairman By Christy Parker DUNGARVAN-Lismore District Council Chairman, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan says IBAL (Irish Business Against Litter) needs to prove its credibility if the results of its anti-litter survey are to be taken seriously. The Chairman made his observation at April’s district meeting after Senior Executive Engineer for Environment Fergus Galvin revealed

that Dungarvan would be re-introduced in the movement’s first round survey results for 2015 over the Summer. Mr. Galvin also noted that Waterford city and Tramore had fared well in IBAL’s litter league findings in recent years. Cllr Geoghegan responded that the former Dungarvan Town Council believed the scheme “lacked credibility.” He said the “much more credible” Tidy Town’s report provided gradual,

year-on-year progress reports, with slight differentials, compliments and advice on where improvements could be made, etc. IBAL’s ranking on the other hand, proceeded the councillor, fluctuated wildly, with towns zooming up and down from “40th one week to 2nd a few weeks later. That’s why Dungarvan Town Council withdrew from it. Hopefully,” the councillor conclude, “on this occasion there will be a bit more credibility.”

Gardaí to focus more on detecting thefts from vehicles THERE will be more Garda focus on detecting theft from vehicles in County Waterford’s scenic spots, particularly with the Summer coming and areas becoming more busy with visitors and tourists. Speaking at the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County, Superintendent Michael Leacy said that the detection rates for thefts

from vehicles is quite low 11 percent - which is three percent above the national average. He pointed out that theft from vehicles can be a difficult crime to detect, as it occurs mostly in isolated areas with no CCTV and no witnesses. He said visible property left in cars, such as purses, handbags, laptops, tablets and mobile phones are the

number one item stolen in such incidents. “Remote and quiet locations, such as car parks and beaches are most at risk,” said Supt. Leacy. According to the provisional figures presented to the JPC meeting, theft from vehicles increased by 57 percent in the Dungarvan area in the year to date, while in Tramore, that figure increased by 70 per-

cent. Waterford City saw a drop in the crime by 63 percent, while the whole Waterford Division recorded a drop of 33 percent in the crime. “It is an area of crime we have to target, especially coming into the Summer,” said Supt. Leacy. He said that the number of disruption operations and patrols are in place at key times and locations.

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Ravensburger fun taking place this Saturday at Eason THIS Saturday, as part of Children’s Spring Fest, Eason will be hosting Ravensburger fun and games in Eason Dungarvan. Children will get to join in on a host of fun Ravensburger games including Disney’s Frozen Mini Memory, Bugs in the Kitchen and Mandala Designer Classic with prizes for the winners. So, call down to Eason, Dungarvan this Saturday, 25th April, and don’t miss the fun!

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Forage at Dromana House on the Waterford Garden Trail A TALK about growing and foraging for your own herbs and wild flowers followed by a foraging expedition and home remedy making demonstration in one of Waterford’s most amazing and historic gardens is set to be a huge hit on May 3rd. Expert Aine Marie Reilly is at Dromana House near Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, on Sunday, May 3rd, from 2–5 p.m. for the event which is the latest on the Waterford Garden Trail programme for 2015. Attendees will gather in the old kitchen of the historic, West Waterford ancestral home of the FitzGerald clan for a talk before foraging outside in the stunning grounds of Dromana gardens on the banks of the Blackwater. After the walk - light refreshments with a herbal twist will be served. Aine Marie will then demonstrate how to make some simple home remedies. Hostess Barbara Grubb said: “We’ve hosted several similar events in the past and they have been exceptionally well supported. We love being able to mix theory and practice by learning indoors and then going outside to apply what we learn. “This is just one of a number of events we’re hosting in the run-up to Dromana 800, a major event from July 2nd to 5th. Pre-booking for the

Barbara Grubb, owner of Dromana House & Gardens foraging for food in the historic estate in West Waterford. [Patrick Browne]

Council assures that Ballinroad works will be completed By Christy Parker WATERFORD Senior executive Engineer Pat McCarthy has issued a reassurance that road restoration work in the Ballinroad area of Dungarvan will be fully implemented and that €80,000 committed to the project under the council’s 2015 Roads Programme will be spent there. The promise came as the topic, which has elicited some contentious commentary at recent meetings, was once again raised at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District sitting. Cllr. Pat Nugent was less than impressed with a fullpage response from Smarter Travel in the local press, outlining the work they had done and were intent on doing in the area. He said he had not been seeking headlines but that this followed his earlier crit-

icism, in which he accused the contractors of failing residents. Cllr Nugent acknowledged that Smarter Travel had conducted “fantastic work” in the location but that Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath “cannot put the cart before the horse.” He said the road outside the local church was “about six inches lower than the houses” despite assurances that the road in front of the graveyard and in front of Knocknagrahan estate would be rendered “more aesthetic.” Furthermore, continued Cllr. Nugent, the road in front of Lord Maguire’s pub and restaurant “is probably too wide and there is speeding.” Whatever Smarter Travel claimed to be doing when dealing with the local community, “this is what we are hearing,” he insisted, adding

that “what we were promised two or three years ago didn’t happen.” Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan commented that “the road there is atrocious” and that the councillors “will not be happy” if €80,000 committed for restoration work was not forthcoming. The Smarter Travel initiative meantime has committed €10,000 to Ballinroad for 2015. PRIORITY LIST Senior Executive Engineer for roads, Pat McCarthy replied that the “roads works programme had assured a certain amount of funds” for work that would certainly be conducted in the vicinity of the church in Ballinroad. That area had been included on a “priority list” provided by locals. The council would be meeting with resident groups again and any surplus monies

available this year would be proposed for other identified requirements in the area. As regards the Smarter Travel budget, Mr. McCarthy said it was small for Ballinroad area for 2015. The contractors had subsequently prioritised such works as improving sight lines at the centre of the junction opposite the church side. There persists, he continued, an ongoing land acquisition issue there too. The engineer promised that the entire work would be expedited as quickly as possible within the roads programme guidelines. The programme was moving west to east and the Council would talk to the residents again shortly to see if there was any other smaller work they could conduct. In due course the €80,000 grant would be spent in the vicinity.

foraging event is advised as we expect a large gathering.” Pre-booking is highly recommended as numbers are limited on (024) 96144 (086) 8186305 or bgrubb@eircom.net and for more, log on to www.waterfordgardentrail.com or www.dromanahouse.com or www.dromana800.com Admission is €12 for adults and children under 12 go free. The Waterford Garden includes a cluster of 14 very different gardens and attractions which range from the vast gardens surrounding the region’s great historic houses to smaller gardens and garden centres. A programme of Spring and Summer events for everyone from the novice gardener to the most green-fingered enthusiast gets underway each year. Other events to look forward to over the coming weeks and months include a talk at and tour of Fairbrook on May 10th and a lunchtime arias at Salterbridge on May 31st. Further Garden Trail events include Dromana 800 festivities from July 2nd to 5th; a talk by Robert O’Bryne on ‘The Beauties of the Blackwater’ on July 2nd; a visit to Cluster Gardens around Kinsalebeg and Ardmore on July 19th and a talk by Dermot O’Neill and Seamus O’Brien at Tourin on July 25th.

Supported by Waterford County Council, the Trail is a major tourist attraction which can be enjoyed by groups or individuals, families and friends either by road or on a leisurely boat or canoe trip along the meandering Blackwater River. Ancient tower houses, castles and historic houses with spectacular gardens are situated along the spectacularly beautiful banks of this salmon-rich river. Groups can enjoy guided tours of the houses open to the public and of the gardens- usually with the owner or head gardener as your guide.You may also choose to enjoy afternoon tea or light refreshments in such unrivalled settings. • Anyone choosing to visit more than one of the member gardens is urged to contact the Lismore Heritage Centre which offers a wonderful package – The Great Garden Trail Day Out. A group simply selects their destinations and Lismore Heritage Centre will make all the arrangements, organising an itinerary especially tailored to that group’s needs. Contact: Alice O’Donoghue Telephone: 05854975 Email: adonoghue@lismoreheritage.ie • For more on the Waterford Garden Trail visit their Facebook page or www.waterfordgardentrail.com

Housing allocation to be clarified By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council has yet to be told how a €35m housing grant package from Central Government is to be spent across three respective schemes. Responding to an inquiry from Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Housing Administration Officer Liz O’Mahony told April’s MunsterLismore Municipal District meeting that the ‘break-down’ details had yet to be supplied in respect of building, Rent Allowance Scheme (RAS) and leasing. Cllr Whelan suggested that whatever way it was dispersed she was “sure it won’t be enough anyway, particularly the rental side it.” Ms. O’Mahony informed her that nonetheless the department expected the funding to reduce the waiting list by 40%. Oddly, nobody was whooping with joy at this astounding prediction.

Cllr. John Pratt welcomed the funding housing report generally and noted that the Tallow Alms houses were set for refurbishment for social houses. Similarly, four houses in Cappoquin, were due for improvements, though he wasn’t sure exactly where in Barrack Street they stand. Ms. O’Mahony said she would find out. In a related issue, Cllr. Tom Cronin was told that mobility grants received a ‘top up’ towards last year, while he recalled the council being allocated money at either end of the year. Ms. O’Mahony said the first 2015 allocation was still being awaited but the council was still progressing Priority 1 work meantime on the understanding that the same level of initial funding as 2014 would materialise. Meanwhile, it was also confirmed that work on 15 houses on the old Ormond Cinema site in Dungarvan is expected to start shortly.

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L i s m o r e C a s t l e to p s t h e list for Condé Nast’s ‘ C a p t i va t i n g I r i s h C a s t l e s’

IT is considered the world’s ‘top travel bible’ and the luxury lifestyle travel magazine, ‘Condé Nast Traveller’ has put Lismore Castle at the top of its ‘captivating Irish Castles’ list in its April 2015 edition. The article describes Lismore Castle as being “one of Ireland’s grandest castles ... but there is nothing austere about Lismore”.

“There may be 15 bedrooms and a formal garden - Ireland’s oldest but its charm is its cosy domesticity,” the Condé Nast article stated. “It is easy to understand why Fred Astaire was in no hurry to leave,” added the article. Actor Fred Astaire’s sister, Adele was married to Lord Charles Cavendish and they lived at

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regime, have listened to their mentors and have taken to the turf and put it into practice. While it is yet early days, the loyal supporters in white and blue can harbour expectations knowing that their heroes will perform on the sod to their best and beyond. And no one can ask for more than that.

Deise County loses out in tourism plan WHAT a pity that when Failte Ireland was framing its most recent plan for tourism in the south-eastern part of the country, Waterford was all but by-passed in the process. Even the South East Region seems to have disappeared as a designation and defined area and with it any mention of our magnificent coast and the treasures which abound not only on our shores but also deep into the county. The Western seaboard which barely turns the corner in south Kerry still seems to get the lion’s share of the tourist numbers and official attention and, while it has undoubted appeal to Irish and foreign visitors alike, it seems to be promoted at the expense of other regions. The visitor attractions targeted in the South East are those important elements of our built heritage concentrating primarily on Kilkenny and the Rock of Cashel and other Monastic and defensive sites. Deputy John Deasy took up the issue last week pleading the case of Waterford’s Coastline, which he correctly points out is one of our most attractive features. He is taking the matter up with the relevant Minister, but whether the proposed plans for ‘Ireland East’ are set in stone, or capable of being changed, remains to be seen. However, conspicuous by its absence is Ardmore with its Monastic site, finest Round Tower and complementary buildings, as well as its pre-Patrician history. Failte Ireland have not seen fit to include it in their Top Ten Facts about Ireland’s East, where we appear to be officially located, or include it on the map of recommended sites to visit. Waterford City gets three, including the five year old Waterford Crystal and next going west are Lismore Castle – not open to the public – and Blarney Castle in County Cork. Ardmore, with its 1,600 years of history merits no mention. The very cradle of Christianity in Ireland, still promoted by Failte Ireland as the Island of Saints and Scholars, has no room for the ecclesiastical site where it all started. The South East generally and County Waterford in particular has never got its due recognition from successive national tourism authorities and there never

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate seems to have been anyone within the organisation to battle effectively on our behalf. This disgraceful neglect has to be rectified and Failte Ireland taken to task for their seeming discrimination against County Waterford, Ardmore and the many other attractions, natural or built, with which we are blessed.

Well done to hurlers WHILE there is yet no silver on the shelf, it is opportune to extend our congratulations to the County’s stalwart Senior County Team which last Sunday won its way into the National League final at premier level with much spirit and in some style. This in itself is a fine achievement and more and more of the people of Waterford are sitting up and taking notice of this young team whose members, even at a young age, have carved their own niche in the country’s premier sport. In truth, not many pundits gave this young Waterford team much chance of victory over a Tipperary side which was considered to have a better hurling pedigree. Not for the first time, the pundits were proved wrong and while it took to the dying moments of the game to clinch this very significant victory, Waterford were worth every score and no one could deny that they were worthy of the victory. What may be forgotten is that while many of the players are young, they are not inexperienced. Through Secondary School and College hurling, many have battled at the highest level and won. They have regularly experienced that unique moment of success and wish to taste it again. It is addictive and this team is well and truly hooked. They are willing to work for their rewards, hold their heads high, not panic in tight situations and, most of all, believe in themselves and the magic they are capable of delivering from the wand of ash. They have bent to a disciplined and demanding training

Irish Water Has arrived LAST week, Irish Water arrived in Dungarvan in some force, but stealthily nevertheless to commence the programme of installation of water meters. They need not have worried, no protestors met them at the town limits and when most people awoke there were already barriers outside their houses in selected areas. These have proved to be problematical for residents, interfering with easy access and egress to and from their premises and, while Irish Water workers are reserved and generally courteous, there is no denying their intent on achieving their quota of installations. As is often the case, the precautions taken in the name of health and safety and the barriers which are meant to protect the public – or the insurance cover of the company – are causing more problems than they are worth. Our news report says that barriers on Mary Street were erected and then left in place, even though there was no visible presence of Irish Water. On Church Street, one side of the footpath was completely closed off, with barriers outside residents’ homes, causing inconvenience, while there were barriers also erected on the footpath on the opposite side. The same has happened in some estates in the outskirts of the town and in many cases, these cause genuine disruption to peoples’ lives. It should be time enough to erect the requisite barriers a short period before work actually commences and this should be known to the workers and their supervisors from previous experience. The matter is being taken up by some public representatives, though with the history of public relations and Irish Water, it is debatable if the representatives of the people will get any realistic hearing, or a even a reply other than tired old mantras.

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Councillor questions spending €1m on Grattan Square when footpaths are in disrepair By Paul Mooney A COUNCILLOR has questioned the sanity of spending €1m in the redevelopment of Grattan Square, while there are footpaths around the town in serious states of disrepair. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell said he just can’t understand the logic of spending such a large sum of money on a redevelopment of Grattan Square, which is not welcomed by many businesses, yet there are footpaths in many locations which he said are a real health and safety concern. Drawing attention to one example, Cllr. O’Donnell said he received numerous complaints about a section of footpath at McCarthyville in Abbeyside. “There is an elderly woman living near there

who has to use a walker and she can’t come and go from her house as she is afraid she will fall because of the state of the footpath,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. “If they are spending €1m on the Grattan Square project, why can’t they spend money on the footpaths? “In my view, Smart Travel should be doing all the footpaths first, before they go near the Square. There are footpaths in nearly every housing estate in town that are in a state of disrepair. It is disgraceful,” he said. Cllr. O’Donnell also hit out at the Council for not using a better surface on existing footpaths in the town centre. “Several years ago, a new footpath surface was put down on Mary Street, and along Main Street using new paving stones,” he said.

“These paving stones were laid on top of sand or gravel and after the first drop of rain all the stuff underneath the paving stones washed away, making the stones lift up. “People are getting tripped up every day with raised paving stones. Using tarmac is better, it would be a better job and would cost less money.” Cllr. O’Donnell said the state of the footpaths around Dungarvan are a serious health and safety issue. “The Council is going to be cleaned out with claims!” he warned. PARKING AND SCANLON’S YARD Cllr. O’Donnell said he believes that there are too many parking spaces being removed during Smarter Travel’s upgrade of Grattan Square. “I have had businesses

from all around the town asking me what is going on,” he said. “Smart Travel are claiming this job will take at least nine months to complete I’m saying it will take longer than a year, because they don’t know what they will meet when they start digging.” Only last week, it was noted that workmen were present in the Square taking archaeological samples from the ground. Cllr. O’Donnell said he wants to see serious money spent at Scanlon’s Yard to improve the car park facility. “The whole area needs tarmac and re-lined. There should also be a special place for motorcycles to park, rather than using up a full car space for a motorcycle,” said Cllr. O’Donnell.

Charlie Weldon (6), pictured at Mount Congreve Gardens, Waterford, which will host the first Waterford Country Fair, a festival celebrating the very best of country life and country living. [Patrick Browne]

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County Waterford man wins €350k A LUCKY County Waterford man got his week off to a flying start after collecting a cheque for €350,000 at National Lottery offices in Dublin. The lucky winner, who wishes to remain private, bought a €6 Quick Pick for the Lotto draws on Wednesday, 8th April, 2015, in Carry Out,Tyrone Road, Lismore Park, Waterford. His six lucky numbers came up in the Lotto Plus 1 draw that evening to win the fantastic top prize of €350,000, but he didn’t find out his good news until he contacted the National Lottery. “I read out the numbers

over the phone and when I was told I’d won €350,000 I couldn’t believe. Are you sure?! I said,” smiled the happy winner as he celebrated in the National Lottery Winners’ Room

with a glass of champagne. “I needed to take a bit of time to process it. I even waited a few days until I told the wife. I sat her down and said, I’ve some news to tell you … I think she thought I was going to say someone had died, and when I delivered the good news, she collapsed!” he continued. As the winner was handed his cheque for €350,000, he said “I believe it now!” The delighted Waterford man plans to pay off his mortgage, make some home improvements and get a new vehicle.

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Community support and assistance at hand By Christy Parker COMMUNITY Support Officer for Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District, Henry Moloney is keen for all community groups to contact him regarding issues of concern or indeed issues that are not of concern but may be of interest. To that end, the officer circulated a press release to April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting, describing his role and aspirations on

ious ageing well, youth, community safety and family support initiatives and promoting an increase in participation of sport and physical activity by supporting the development of sports facilities and promoting active communities The community support officer for the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District is Henry Moloney and he can be contacted at Dungarvan Civic Office; e-mail: hmoloney@waterfordcouncil.ie Tel: (058) 849587’ 0761102020.

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Ian Noctor facilitating “The Great Debate” between Marian Finnegan, Economist and Director of Sherry FitzGerald, and Jim Power Economist. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

At ‘The Great Debate’ hosted by Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Collette Hannon, Carmel Hanrahan, Patrick Harrington, Eileen Walsh and Pamela Phelan, BOI Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Jim Power, Economist; Kerri FitzGerald, Sherry FitzGerald, Dublin; Marian Finnegan, Economist and Director of Sherry FitzGerald; Aisling Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald, Dublin; Gerardine Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; David Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Mary Dillon, Head of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide; Sinead Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; Marian Finnegan, Economist and Director of Sherry FitzGerald; Aisling Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald, Dublin; Gerardine Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; David Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Aisling Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Dublin; Frank Daly, Chairman NAMA, and Jim Power Irish Dancers Marianne Ryan and Sinead Tim Hegarty Lismore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Economist. Reynolds.

Jim Power, Economist; Mary Dillon, Head of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide; Sinead Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; Sean Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; Marian Finnegan, Economist and Director of Sherry FitzGerald; Gerardine Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds; Aisling Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald, Dublin; David Reynolds, Sherry FitzGerald Reynolds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ian Noctor, the Communications Coach; Jim Power, Economist; Marian Finnegan, Economist and Director of Sherry FitzGerald; Philip Sherry, Chairman of Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Thefts from shops increased by 50% in Dungarvan Gardaí have proactive strategy to tackle retail theft By Paul Mooney DUNGARVAN and Tramore has seen a substantial increase in thefts from shops in the year to date, according to provisional figures released to the Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County. Presenting the figures to the JPC meeting, Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan, said the Gardaí are trying to proactively manage the crime by having a pro-arrest strategy and a pro-charge strategy, particularly for repeat offenders. The figures showed that there was a 50 percent increase in thefts from shops in Dungarvan in the year to date, while Tramore experienced a 40 percent increase. Across the whole Waterford Division, there was a 26 percent increase in the crime and an eight percent increase in Waterford City. The detection rate for thefts from shops is 72 percent in the Waterford Division, which is two percent lower than the national average of 74 percent detection rate. Supt. Leacy said that there are instances when criminals travel into the area to commit thefts from shops. He said that while the Gardaí are catching the criminals who carry out thefts from shops, “they are coming back and they seem to be targetting the likes of

chemists, clothes shops and supermarkets”. “We’ve seen a spate of it in recent times, and that is what is driving those figures in Dungarvan and Tramore at the moment,” said Supt. Leacy. “This is a trend we are trying to address and we are developing initiatives to deal with it.” He outlined that the type of property stolen from shops includes clothing and footwear, which accounts for 21 percent; perfume and cosmetics, which accounts for 18 percent; groceries account for 18 percent; and alcohol accounts for 12 percent. “Approximately 70 percent of items stolen from shops is accounted for in these four categories,” said Supt. Leacy. He pointed out that a retailers alert resource using ‘Whatsapp’ technology is working well in Waterford City. Cllr. Cha O’Neill questioned how thefts from shops was being tackled in Dungarvan, noting that the scheme operated in Waterford City was showing results. Supt. Leacy said there is Gardaí on the beat and calling into shops. He said Gardaí meet with retailers in Dungarvan and there is also a ‘no change’ policy in the town. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan said businesses in Waterford City have a successful retail watch scheme and said it is one of the biggest deter-

Public lighting for An Rinn, An Sean Phobal and Ardmore LOCAL Sinn Féin Councillor Siobhán Whelan made representation under the lighting and footpaths programme and is delighted that three lights are to be installed in An Rinn between the Lifeboat Station and the entrance to the break water, one light at the bottle bank in Old Parish, and four in Ardmore on the pedestrian walkway from the beach car park to the Dungarvan Road. Also,

Councillor Siobhán Whelan. ninety metres of footpath is to be renewed in 2015/2016 in Ardmore along by the sea wall at the old toilets.

rents to thefts. “Could the scheme be made available for Dungarvan and Tramore?” he questioned. Supt. Leacy said Dungarvan businesses already use a ‘text alert’ scheme, but they would look at the city scheme with the ‘Whatsapp’ and see if it can be expanded into Dungarvan. Superintendent John Mulligan,Tramore, said that while figures for shop thefts have gone up, it is coming from a low base originally. He said a Business Watch scheme could be prioritised for Tramore, but it would be dependant completely on the business people in the town. “We will call a meeting and address the issue,” Supt. Mulligan said. Cllr. Joe Kelly sought an explanation of ‘detection rates’. “What is considered a detection rate? Is it when a crime is reported, solved, or ends up in court?” he questioned. Supt. Leacy clarified that a detection rate is where sufficient evidence has been uncovered, a crime has been detected, where people are caught at the scene of a crime, or arrested afterwards, or found in possession of stolen property. He pointed out that a crime doesn’t always go to court, because some cases may involve juveniles who may have been referred to the Garda Juvenile Liaison Officer (JLO).

The Waterford Rose of Tralee for 2015 – Sarah Tobin pictured with the Tallow Tostál committee Anne Tobin, Gerty Murphy, Helen Barry and Cllr. John Pratt, Chairman. [Noel Browne]

Zoning reassurance and turbine updates provided at District Council meeting By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council has no plans to alter zoning at the old Waterford Crystal factory in Dungrarvan from leisure use. The assurance was given to Cllr Siobhán Whelan at April’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting, who said it the local

soccer club was currently availing of part of it for training. Director of Services for Housing Jim O’Mahoney said there are “no plans to change it.” Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan said the councillors could have the final say on it anyway and it was his personal view that it should remain as it is and not be designated for

industrial or housing. The County Council is still awaiting the results of independent monitoring being conducted into noise levels from two wind turbines at Ballycureen, Ring and also into alleged intermittent light flickering at the same location. Mr. O’Mahoney informed Cllr Pat Nugent that the consultant was working “at his

own pace” into the noise emissions as he had to monitor the turbines under various weather conditions and wind speeds. He was for completion in “a few weeks.” Regarding flickering, the developers themselves were obliged to submit a report within a year of the facility being commissioned, which was also due shortly.

More consistent availability of jet patcher promised

By Christy Parker

WATERFORD Council’s highly regarded jet patch road mender is in good fettle again and will be more consistently available from here on, April’s DungarvanLismore District Council meeting was told. Cllr. Declan Doocey raised the topic saying that while excellent road works had recently been conducted in the Lismore west area, it remained he said, in the manner of stories from his school days, “to be continued.” Summarising the situation, the councillor reiterated, “Praise where praise is due but criticism where criticism is due as well,”

though not in reference to his school days in this instance. The councillor reminded the meeting that the patcher had also been promised for west Lismore last year “but it was never put into the floppy disc apparently” or, further deferring to his school days had not been “anseo.” Cllr Tom Cronin too wanted to know the whereabouts of the jet patcher, having conducted “an awful lot of good work” in recent weeks. He noted meantime that the outdoor stuff were presently doing “a superb job” rebuilding and surfacing dressing roads. BUS STOP NEEDED Diverting to another route as it were, Cllr. Cronin said the bus

stop at Grange, near Ardmore, needed a shelter as, on wet or murky days, passengers were getting “destroyed” by passing lorries. He wondered if a shelter required permission from CIE. Senior Executive Engineer for roads, Pat McCarthy said the council “would like to have the jet patcher on the road as often as possible and will do from now on.” He would update Cllr. Doocey on where it has been and felt that only a breakdown (physical, not emotional presumably of the machine would explain its absence. “I assure you it will be fully manned from now on”, he promised.

Regarding a bus stop at Grange, the engineer said the council would first see if Bus Éireann would fund or co-fund the shelter. However, he felt the ground condition was not suitable and he would comprise a short report on the availability of suitable land and funding options. Meanwhile, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked when road resurfacing at the bog road at Boreen na Rua, Ballinameela, would start as it was in a “dangerous” condition. Senior Executive Engineer at Environment Josephine McGrath said it would hopefully commence in a few weeks.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

The large turnout for the Waterford City & County Council Mayoral reception for Ardmore Pride of Place Committee. included are Cllr. James Tobin, Mayor Waterford City & County Council; Michael Walsh, Manager Waterford City & County Council; Councillors and Ardmore residents. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ardmore honoured with Mayoral Reception By Paul Mooney ARDMORE’S Pride of Place Committee were accorded a Mayoral Reception last week in recognition of their outstanding achievements to date including their national success in last year’s Pride of Place Awards. Mayor James Tobin said he felt that the Ardmore Committee “are deserving of the Reception”, considering the amount of success they have had. He outlined the success Ardmore has had in the past five years - winner of the Community and Voluntary Awards for Arts, Culture and Heritage in 2010; National winner of the Best Festival Website of the Year by Aoife Irish Festival Marketing Awards in 2011; Winner, for the second time, of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Award and crowned overall winner of the County Waterford Community and Voluntary Awards in 2013; Nominated to be the steering group to represent Waterford in the National Final of the Pride of Place competition in 2013; Shortlisted in two categories in Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber Awards, where a Committee member won the Social Contribution Award and also the Ambassador of the Year Award in 2013; Gained national coverage on RTÉ’s Nationwide programme for their filming as Pride

of Place nominees, with Ardmore going on to win the National Title in Ennis in November, 2014. Mayor Tobin said Ardmore will be one of four nominees to represent Ireland in the International Livcom Awards in 2016. “There is great community spirit in Ardmore which has definitely put it on the map, not only for tourism, but for festivals and music,” said Mayor Tobin. He said he was envious of the amount of activities and events held by Ardmore. “What impressed me the most was the pride I saw in the faces of the Ardmore Committee when they won the national award in Ennis last year,” said Mayor Tobin. “It goes to show what a community working together can achieve. Ardmore is united as a community, you are going forward and you should be very proud of your achievements. I am proud to be giving you this Mayoral Reception and I’m sure that with your list of achievements, the other Councillors will agree that Ardmore deserves to be awarded this Reception,” Mayor Tobin added to applause. Cllr. Tom Cronin, speaking on behalf of the Fianna Fáil party, proposed the reception and expressed thanks to the Mayor and Council for honouring Ardmore.

“On the day of judging the Pride of Place Awards, it was a great show put on by the community,” said Cllr. Cronin. “It was second to none and blew the judges away.” Cllr. Cronin thanked everyone in the community for their commitment and wished them luck in the future. Cllr. Damien Geoghegan, speaking on behalf of the Fine Gael party, congratulated Ardmore on their recognition and achievements. “We live in a beautiful county here in Waterford and the people in Ardmore are particularly lucky because they live in an absolute gem of a place,” said Cllr. Geoghegan. “It is not just the physical characteristics which make it a gem, but it is also the people who live there. “On the day of the Pride of Place judging, it was a fantastic couple of hours and the enthusiasm you displayed was positively infectious. It came as no surprise to me or to anybody else that you were selected as national winners last November.” Cllr. Geoghegan said Ardmore has a fantastic record of achievement and wished them success for the future. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, speaking on behalf of the Sinn Féin party, concurred and said it was a brilliant day in Ardmore on the day of the Pride of Place

Waterford City & County Council Mayoral reception for Ardmore Pride of Place Committee. Cllr. James Tobin, Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, with the Ardmore Pride of Place Committee – Seated: Rosie Mansfield and John Supple. Standing: Ciara Mitchel, John Kennedy, Ciara Griffin and Maurice Power. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

judging. “I really enjoyed my day in Ardmore and congratulate them on their success,” Cllr. Whelan said. Cllr. Cha O’Neill, speaking on behalf of the Independent Councillors, said it was down to people like the volunteers on the Ardmore Committee who make the community such a great place to live and congratulated them on their success. Chief Executive of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh said the success of Ardmore over the years speaks for itself. Mr. Walsh said the Council was happy to work with communities like Ardmore and said he hoped their success would continue. Mayor Tobin made a presentation of a framed scroll and a piece of Waterford Crystal to John Supple of the Ardmore Pride of Place Committee. Speaking on behalf of the Ardmore community, Rosie Mansfield expressed thanks for the Reception and said the community were extremely grateful for the recognition by the Council. “Everyone who works in a voluntary or community group does it for the benefit of the area they live in, they don’t do it for grandeur,” said Ms. Mansfield. “The honour is hugely appreciated and on behalf of the Ardmore Parish, thank you,” Ms. Mansfield added to applause.

Waterford City & County Council Mayoral reception for Ardmore Pride of Place Committee. Cllr. James Tobin, Mayor Waterford City & County Council, presents a framed scroll to John Supple, Ardmore Pride of Place. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Concerns expressed over Irish Water barriers By Paul Mooney IRISH Water contractors have started work in Dungarvan, installing meters around various sections of the town. Along Mary Street and Church Street last week, areas of footpath were cordoned off as Irish Water work on installing the meters. This newspaper received complaints from some members of the public who were concerned about health and safety in relation to the barriers on the footpaths. One person pointed out that there wasn’t much room for pedestrians to walk on the footpath, and there was no room at all for prams, wheelchairs, etc., to pass without having to walk on the road. Another person pointed out that the ‘feet’ of the barriers stuck out and were a tripping hazard for some pedestrians. The barriers on Mary Street were erected and then left in place, even though there was no visi-

Both pictures show two sets of barriers along Mary Street, Dungarvan, last week. ble presence of Irish Water. On Church Street, one side of the footpath was completely closed off, with barriers outside residents’ homes, causing inconvenience, while there were barriers also erected on the footpath on the opposite side.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell, who also received complaints, hit out at the Irish Water contractors for blocking up the footpaths and causing a safety hazard for pedestrians. “Some people can’t get in and out of their houses,” he said.

In a statement to this newspaper, Irish Water stated the company is committed to installing water meters with the minimum disruption to householders and their neighbours. “The installation process will cause disruption to the public road or

footpath outside customers home,” a spokesperson for Irish Water told the Dungarvan Observer. “This is unavoidable but we’ll endeavour to keep disruption to a minimum and make sure that customers have safe pedestrian access to and

from their homes while all work is being carried out. “Our contractors have plates available on-site to ensure that there is access to driveways and to protect the public during the works by providing safety barriers,” said the spokesperson. “In some cases the

Pictures of Church Street, Dungarvan, last week, where barriers were erected outside the doors of houses and on the opposite side of the street.

metering works necessitate the closing of footpaths. In these cases ‘footpath closed’ signs are put in place and pedestrians are directed to use footpath on opposite side of street. “Where an alternative footpath is not available a pedestrian route is provided. “Protective barriers are used throughout the installation process for the safety of residents, pedestrians, road users and our contractors. “Irish Water and our contractors endeavour to deliver this project safely without putting persons at risk. “Irish Water has a strict auditing programme of all works carried out as part of the programme, in order to review the quality of works that the contractor has undertaken a team of Field Inspectors carry out frequent audits of the contractors works,” the spokesperson added.

Drugs offences drop in Waterford Garda Divisional area THE number of drugs offences has dropped in the year to date, the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee was told. Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan, presented provisional figures to the meeting, which showed there was a substantial drop in the number of offences detected for simple possession of drugs (Section 3 Misuse of Drugs Act); and a slight decrease in

detection of offences for possession of drugs for sale and / or supply (Section 15 Misuse of Drugs Act). Overall, the number of drugs offences in the Waterford Division dropped in the year, compared with the same period the previous year. “It is an area of policing that requires intense intelligence and surveillance capability,” said Supt. Leacy. “It takes time, intelligence and resources to bring a successful inves-

tigation to fruition.” He said that heroin and drug-influenced crime continues to be a major concern for the Gardaí and that urban areas are the main location for streetlevel dealing. Supt. Leacy said the Divisional Strategy is to target high-end dealing and work with statutory agencies to reform drug users. He pointed out that a number of Gardaí recently attended a course in

relation to ACRA (Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach) substance misuse counselling and training. John Devlin, of the Public Participation Network, said it was great to see forward thinking in relation to working with statutory agencies. He queried which Gardaí (community or JLO officers) would be given training in relation to the ACRA model.

Supt. Leacy said the training would be given to Gardaí operating in the community sector and JLO officers. Chief Superintendent Pat Murphy added that whatever Gardaí come into contact with young people who are addicted - the idea is to refer them to the relevant statutory agencies. He said care of the person is the central point, which, therefore should lead to a reduction of crime.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

‘Restriction when moving my arm behind my lower back’ – Shoulder Joint Capsule Tightness Craft and Cultúr post for Facebook.

Crafting at Coláiste na Rinne 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

Crafting at Coláiste.

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&Bs 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.'

Olivia McGrath Kudzmaite makes a presentation of a polo shirt, to mark his visit to Dungarvan, to Conor McGrath, Co. Down, who jointly unveiled the plaque to mark the site of the McGrath’s Castle in Abbeyside.

Seamus Mac Craith makes a presentation of Waterford Crystal to Fr. Paddy Ryan, author of Miler McGrath – The Engima of Cashel, to mark his visit to Dungarvan for the unveiling of the plaque to mark the site of McGrath’s Castle in Abbeyside.

Dan McGrath makes a presentation to Sean Alexander McGrath, Ceann Fine Clan McGrath of Ulster, to mark his visit to Dungarvan for the unveiling of plaque to mark the site of McGrath’s Castle in Abbeyside.

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles Difficulty and restriction when reaching into your back pocket or when putting on a shirt are examples of restriction in internal rotation of the shoulder joint. Internal rotation involves the movement of placing your lower arm behind your lower spine. Injuries of the shoulder that can restrict shoulder joint internal rotation movement include Acromion bursitis, AC joint sprain, Strain to the Subscapularis muscle and rotator Cuff tendonitis. However if there is no known trauma to the shoulder, the movement restriction can be caused by abnormal tightening of the Joint Capsule of the Shoulder joint. This is a restriction that I see on a regular basis in my clinic. WHAT IS SHOULDER CAPSULE RESTRICTION? The shoulder capsule is a sleeve of tissue that surrounds the rim of the glenoid fossa (shoulder socket) and attaches to the head of the humerus (bone of the upper arm). Along with the ligaments of the shoulder its role is to reinforce the shoulder joint hence assisting in stabilizing the joint. However, this Shoulder capsule can become abnormally tight and thus restrict shoulder rotational movement. If the Posterior Joint Capsule at the back of the shoulder becomes tight then it restricts the movement of placing the hand behind the lower spine. The patient then finds a big difference in movement when comparing movement to the opposite shoulder. A history of carrying bags, previous shoulder surgery and rounded posture posture can lead to shoulder joint capsule restriction. WHO DOES THIS AFFECT? Patients who carry heavy bags, buckets for long periods causing a downward pulling traction of the shoulder joint. Overhead sports such as tennis, basketball, GAA Patients who have shoulder surgery for Labral tears. Tradesmen who work overhead and also people with rounded shoulders. MANAGEMENT & TREATMENT Tightness of the Shoulder Capsule can be treated by graded mobilizations that encourage gradual stretching of the posterior Joint Capsule. Mobilisation to encourage movement into the shoulder blade coupled with stretching soft tissue manipulation of the muscles that pull the shoulder blade upwards and forwards such as upper trapezius and Pectoralis minor muscle should be included. Retraining of the weak shoulder blade muscles alongside emphasizing good upper body posture is very important in the treatment plan. 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

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Meditation, stress release and great scones at Cliff House Hotel ARE you interested in meditation, gentle stress release movement and great scones? A meditation session titled ‘Spring Stillness and Transformation, Embodied Mindfulness’ with Meditation Teacher and Psychotherapist John Doyle, along with Holistic Movement Therapist and Author, Lani O’Hanlon will be held in the Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore, this Sunday, 26th April, from 10.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. The session aims to help people cultivate a deeper sense of stillness and ease in your everyday life, in a grounded, worry-free way; on the journey from trauma to transformation; or seeking spiritual awakening.

During the session, to help participants to rest, breathe, release and ground themselves, John and Lani will be using meditation, gentle, stress release movement, journaling and time in nature to still the mind and come home to the instinctual body. Cost of the session is €65 including refreshments with special price for low income artists at €50; couples €110. In order to avoid disappointment, people should book their place. Contact Mary Lys on 087-2970692 or email: marylyscarbery@gmail.co m. There will also be further meditation sessions held at the Cliff House Hotel, on

Facilitators for the meditation session at the Cliff House Hotel this Sunday, left to right: Lani O’Hanlon and John Doyle.

24th May and 21st June. YOUR FACILITATORS John Doyle: has a background in Philosophy and Theology, with an MA in Spirituality. John has trained in bodyorientated psychotherapy, initially as a Biodynamic Psychotherapist and more recently in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. He has facilitated workshops on ‘Silence and Stillness’ and ‘Radical Stillness’ in Ireland and in Britain, and presently works in Waterford with the Men’s Development Network. Lani O’Hanlon: is Author of ‘Dancing the Rainbow - Holistic Well Being through Movement’, Mercier Press, and is a Movement Therapist and award winning writer and poet. She has a family background in theatre and dance and has worked as a teacher-trainer with the DTR Movement Practice for 25 years and internationally as a Group Leader, Director and Holistic Movement Facilitator. A member of International Dance First Association and the Laban Guild for Movement and Dance, she is currently studying for an MA in Creative Writing.

Dan McGrath and Sean Alexander McGrath make a presentation of a framed scroll on behalf of the McGrath Clan to Fr. Paddy Ryan to acknowledge the work and research in writing and publishing his book Miler McGrath – The Engima of Cashel.

Unveiling of plaque to mark the site of McGrath’s Castle, Abbeyside: Pictured at the plaque are Olivia McGrath-Kudzmaite and Conor McGrath who unveiled the plaque recently in Abbeyside.

Reduction in burglaries across County Waterford despite recent spike in Tramore Gardaí target burglaries as priority crime to tackle By Paul Mooney PROVISIONAL figures presented to the recent Joint Policing Committee of Waterford City and County show that the targetting of burglary crime has resulted in a reduction of the crime in the year to date. The JPC, which met in Dungarvan last week, was told that burglary was reduced in Dungarvan by 19 percent; a reduction of 20 percent in Waterford City; and an overall reduction of eleven percent in the Waterford Division. Superintendent Michael Leacy, who delivered the figures to the meeting said there was an overall reduction in burglaries, despite a spike of burglaries in Tramore around the end of last February. The provisional figures revealed that there was a 60 percent increase in burglaries in Tramore in the year to date. Supt. Leacy said a number of individuals had come into the area to commit burglaries. “Those individuals have been arrested and files are being prepared to be sent to the DPP,” Supt. Leacy said. “Burglary crime is one of our priorities and we will

continue to monitor and be proactive in engaging with and tackling this type of crime.” It was pointed out that recent trends show a declining trend in the number of burglaries in County Waterford - nationally, there was a 14 percent rise in burglaries. Across the Waterford Division, there is an 18 percent detection rate for burglaries, which is above the national average of 13 percent. Cllr. Joe Kelly said he was inundated with complaints from constituents about burglaries and break-ins of houses around Waterford. “There seems to be houses being broken into, left, right and centre,” said Cllr. Kelly. “The word on the street is that the trend in burglaries is continuing. Criminals seem to be stealing stuff that is easy to move on, like jewellery.Televisions were taken at one time, but it seems they are too awkward now to deal with. “That seems to be the general view - is that the same as the Garda view?” he questioned. Supt. Leacy disagreed that there was a trend of increasing burglaries in the Waterford area and drew attention to the figures

again - which are for the year to date. “There is a reduction in burglaries in the year to date in Waterford and Dungarvan. Overall, in the Division, there is a decrease of around 11 percent in burglaries,” said Supt. Leacy. “Burglaries were quite high last year,” Supt. Leacy admitted. “But burglary crime is a priority we’ve identified going into 2015 and into 2016.” Cllr. Eddie Mulligan welcomed the reduction in burglaries, but pointed out that on the ground, people have raised a lot of reservations in relation to recent burglaries. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald asked the meeting about figures for how many burglaries are drug related. However, Chief Superintendent Pat Murphy said those figures would be “speculative” because it would be impossible to get accurate data to rely on. PROPERTY CRIME Property crime (which is all thefts in general) increased in County Waterford in the year to date. According to the provisional figures presented to the JPC, there was a 25 percent increase in property crime; a 42 percent increase

in Tramore; and a three percent increase in the crime in the Waterford Division in the year to date. Waterford City was the only area to experience a slight decrease in the crime - nine percent - in the year to date. Supt. Leacy said that while there was an increase of three percent in property crime in the Waterford Division, it is lower than the national average of eight percent. Supt. Leacy also pointed out that the detection rate for property crime in Waterford is 38 percent, which is 12 percent higher than the national detection rate. “Property crime and especially crimes against the person are a high priority for the Divisional Prevention Strategy,” Supt. Leacy said. Cllr. Pat Nugent queried what type of offences were included in property crime and what areas can be affected. Supt. Leacy said it can be significant, especially in Dungarvan. “The theft of home heating oil is a big factor in it, as well as the theft of tools from unlocked garages and the backs of houses,” Supt. Leacy pointed out.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Paint My Pub in Waterford with Sandtex #PaintMyPub in Waterford with Sandtex Brighten up your local with a make-over IS your local pub in need of a make-over? Is it looking more tired than inspired? Well, help is at hand thanks to #PaintMyPub! This new campaign, in association with Sandtex Masonry Paint and Crown Paints Ireland, is calling on the people of Waterford to nominate a pub in their area that’s in need of an exterior make-over! Win a chance for your favourite watering hole to be transformed from drab to fab by posting a photo to Crown Paints Ireland’s Facebook page or tweeting it to @CrownPaintsIRL

with the hashtag #PaintMyPub. A shortlist of the best entries will be chosen by a crack team of painting professionals and then it’s down to the public vote. Simple! Four perfectly imperfect pubs, one per P rovince, will each win an incredible exterior make-over courtesy of Sandtex, as well as €500 worth of vouchers for future decorating jobs. One lucky #PaintMyPub voting customer will also win an action packed adventure holiday for two in Barcelona to be enjoyed

while their local is getting a fresh lick of paint.The winner will take to the skies in a helicopter to see the sights, cruise around the city and surrounding hills in a supercar and enjoy a flyboarding experience in the Mediterranean Sea. People can nominate their preferred pub by using the hashtag #PaintMyPub from April 9th to May 18th, 2015 and the shortlist for the public vote will be announced on May 21st 2015. For more information, please visit www.sandtex.ie #PaintMyPub

Frank Kelly, Tony Daly and Ron Consenheim at the launch of #PaintMyPub, in association with Sandtex and Crown Paints. [Leon Farrell/Photocall Ireland]

One Stop Shop Event for small businesses in South East region launched by Minister Bruton Taking Care of Business is aimed at informing existing and potential entrepreneurs of the Government supports available to them:• REGISTER NOW: Thursday, 30th April in The Tower Hotel, Waterford from 8.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. www.takingcareofbusiness.ie • Event will allow small business owners to learn about financial supports and assistance available • Get advice from a diverse mix of Government Agencies THE Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation, Richard Bruton, T.D together with the Minister for Housing, Planning and Coordination of Construction 2020 Strategy, Paudie Coffey, T.D., launched Taking Care of Business – a one-stop-shop event for existing and potential entrepreneurs in the South East region. This free event will take place on Thursday, 30th April, in the Towers Hotel, Waterford from 8.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. The half-day event is specifically targeted at people thinking of starting a business, as well as small business owners and managers. Attending the event will allow entrepreneurs to: • Better understand the key regulations that affect them so that they can focus on the main task of running their business; • Meet experts from a broad range of public bodies in an informal setting; • Find out about advice and supports that are available from across the public sector. This joint initiative of the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation and the Health and Safety Authority, as part of the Action Plan for Jobs, will bring together over 26 State bodies in one location and builds on previous events in

Dublin in 2013 and 2014. Earlier in 2014, three regional events were held in Cork, Limerick and Galway, bringing the total attendance at TCOB events to date to just over 1,750. Minister Bruton said: “‘Taking Care of Business’ is part of a wider effort to communicate better with business and promote awareness and understanding of the full range of Government supports that are available for the SME sector.Two thirds of all new jobs come from start-up businesses in the first five years of their existence, so it is essential for Government to support new businesses in order to grow employment and that is what we have being doing through the Action Plan for Jobs process. “This will also be a great opportunity for people to ask questions and raise individual concerns face-toface with staff from across the public sector. The Government is committed to engaging with the small business community and this event will help SMEs to better understand the regulatory environment. I would strongly encourage anyone with a business or thinking of setting up a business to come along to get free information about state supports”. Minister Nash, who will

attend the event on April 30th, said: “As the minister with responsibility for SMEs, I would encourage businesses from across the South-East, but particularly start-ups or people thinking of making the leap to start their own business to attend this event. Government has a range of supports available to help SMEs make their business a success and the Taking Care of Business event is a great way for busy people to get all the information they might need from our agencies in one spot.” The State offices and agencies represented will provide information across a wide range of areas, including: • Tax, employment and Health & Safety obligations; • Legal requirements for setting up and running a business; • Requirements in areas such as food and environmental safety; • Advice on government procurement and intellectual property; • Assistance and supports from enterprise agencies and Local Authorities. There will be two separate strands running concurrently with presentations from State bodies in one area and information stands manned by staff from these bodies in a separate area. The concise presentations will focus on key

regulatory requirements as well as assistance available to help entrepreneurs develop their businesses. Experts will be available at the information stands to speak directly to attendees and answer questions throughout the event. Speaking at the launch, Minister Coffey said: “This event will allow small business owners to informally ask questions and get advice from a diverse mix of gov-

ernment agencies; Ireland needs small businesses to thrive and so I welcome efforts such as this to demystify Government regulation and tell people about the supports available to them.” It is essential for SMEs to make the most of the advice and supports available to them so I encourage entrepreneurs and those thinking of starting a business to capitalise on this chance to hear

from a wide variety of agencies, in one location”. The Minister for Housing, Planning and Coordination of Construction 2020 Strategy, Paudie Coffey, T.D., will give the keynote address. Clare Hughes, Managing Director of CF Pharma Ltd., will Chair the first set of presentations. Dermot Walsh, Director, M & D Bakery Ltd. and Louise Grubb, CEO Q1 Scientific

will chair the remaining two sessions. Minister for Employment and Business, Ged Nash, T.D., will close the event. To register for the event and for more details including the running order of presentations and the full list of State Bodies attending, please visit www.takingcareofbusiness.ie. Early booking is strongly advised as there are a limited number of places available.

Event Chair, Louise Grubb of Q1 Scientific, event Chair Dermot Walsh of M&D Bakeries, Minister for Housing, Planning and Coordination of Construction 2020 Strategy, Paudie Coffey, T.D. and event Chair Clare Hughes of CF Pharma.

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Easter Commemoration 2015 A LARGE crowd of in excess of over 200 people gathered outside Fourmilewater church, Ballymacarbry to commemorate the people of 1916 on Easter Sunday last. It was an excellent spring day and the crowd assembled enjoyed thoroughly the events put on by the local Nire Valley / Ballymacarbry Easter Commemoration Committee. The event is the ultimate responsibility of the West Waterford Old IRA Brigade and is staged in a different area of West Waterford every year. Ballymacarbry last staged the event in 2009 and previous to that in 2003. The proceedings commenced with a march behind the Colour Party, made up of local individuals each carrying flags of major importance from the Tri-colour down to the local GAA club flags by both chairmen.The Youghal Fife & Drum Band sounded the music for this procession as they have continuously done since the 1920s, followed by members of the local community and west Waterford including neighbouring counties. Once gathered outside the Church grounds, the chairman for the event took over. As with ’03 and ’09 Cllr. Michael J. O’ Ryan from the locality was Master of Ceremonies. He welcomed all gathered to commemorate “all those who died through every generation, not merely those,

who assembled on this day 99 years ago to march to Dublin.” He also expressed the wish that “this be a day of commemorating, not politicising, celebration not electioneering to ensure its enjoyment for one and all.” The Chairman then recited a decade of the Most Holy Rosary as Gaeilge for those who lost their lives for the struggle for Irish freedom. This was followed by a wreath laying ceremony on the gates of the adjacent cemetery. The first by John Prendergast, Ardmore on behalf of the West Waterford IRA Committee, the second by Paddy Phelan, Shanballyanne, Ballymacarbry on behalf of the local Commemoration Committee and thirdly by Cllr. Siobhan Whelan on behalf of Sinn Féin. To finish this segment a minute’s silence was impeccably observed by all gathered. To commemorate Irish culture the day included music and song and at this juncture, Mary Hannigan Knockavannia sang “An Irish Soldier Boy” as she did in 2009 along with her father John Coffey. “Big” Tom Walsh, Priestown, recited the very applicable 1916 Proclamation. Tom also read this in 2009 as did his namesake, Tom St. Martin’s Place (RIP) in 2003 and at previous ceremonies. Coincidently, Tom’s grandfather, Big Pat Walsh, was elected Vice Commandant of the local “K” Company

in 1917. The chairman then proceeded to inform the gathering of the local happenings of 1923. He commented from an article published by the above Paddy Phelan entitled “The Valley of the Old Irish” detailing events of the build up to and fallout from a meeting of the Republican Army Council & Republican Government at Knockanaffrin in late March 1923 to which a lasting monument now resides by the Steel Bridge at Knockaun, Ballymacarbry. Jack Lane of Millstreet, Co. Cork, and Aubane Historical Society in West Cork spoke of the time period 1916-1923 and analysed its significance in Irish History. Then Deputy Aengus O Snodaigh Sinn Féin spoke and focused on the ideals of the signatories, the aspirations of the Proclamation and the importance of commemorating those who died. He expressed dissatisfaction with those who criticized the Rising and he also expressed the wish that the centenary would be an event for all our people to celebrate. More music was then enjoyed by the local Lonergan family, Danielle & Ross, Knockmeal who played tunes from an excellent repertoire and they also provided the after event entertainment at Ballymacarbry Community Centre. As is traditional, at this

Aengus O Snodaigh, T.D., addressing the crowd at FMW on Easter Sunday. event, Pat Ormond then sounded The Last Post on the bugle. This is a final farewell, symbolising the fact that the duty of the dead soldier is over and that they can now rest in peace. Pat’s father was Staff Officer in the West Waterford Brigade and was badly wounded by Free Staters near Ballylemon in 1923. The Chairman thanked the guest speakers including all present, The Band, The Lonergans, Tom Walsh, Pat Ormond, Mary Hannigan, the wreath layers, printed press & WLR, Seamus McGrath Newcastle, Eileen Condon and the food servers, Mattie, Fiona & Thomas from the West Waterford Old IRA Committee, the local Committee including flag bearers, bucket collectors, Tom Flynn Bus Hire and both the Nire and FMW GAA clubs. The chairman expressed the wish as we head towards the centenary that “the Government of Ireland will afford this day next year its rightful Pride of Place and do this country proud –

irrespective of party or parties in Governance at the time and that we would have a State commemoration for all the people and not just a Government commemoration.” To conclude the Youghal Fife & Drum Band sounded

Amhrán na bhFiann and the large crowd reassembled in the local centre to enjoy much appreciated refreshments served by local ladies to the tunes of the Lonergan family. There was also a display of era uniform and equipment by local

enthusiast Brendan O’Brien. The general consensus was it was a very enjoyable parade, solely focused on commemorating those who died for Ireland – a good foundation for the centenary in twelve months.

Ross and Nicole Lonergan provide the music as special guests listen in.

Tom Walsh reciting the 1916 Proclamation as young children look on.

Cllr. Michael J. O'Ryan addressing the crowd as colour party stands to attention.

Youghal Pipe Band and members of the public en route to the church grounds.

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Ten cent 4 Cambodia Street Outreach – we need your help today! BAD Boy Turned Good is 5 years old this year and we have helped many young lads turn their lives around, get free from addictions and gain employment, through our programmes based in Dungarvan and Cappoquin. This year we are reaching even further afield as we travel to the Kampot region of Cambodia to build and

orphanage along side a new school that is currently being built there. These are young children. They have no childhood. They have no choice.

It’s a terrible situation to witness and difficult to know what to do. Trapped by the lack of education of their parents, who know of nothing except hardship and the need to send their children out to work for extra support, the only hope of ending this sad situation is the education of the new generation. All we ask is that you

donate your 1, 2, 5 and 10 cent coins, the ones lying in a jar around your house. Overview: Bad Boy Turned Good “Street Children's Outreach” is about to Launch in the Kampot region of Cambodia. We make our first trip in June this year. This project will provide the poorest children and teens living on the streets in

this area of Cambodia with food, clothing, access to healthcare and basic education. Who We Are: Bad Boy Turned Good has been working with troubled youth in Ireland for the past 5 years. We now ask for your help start this muchneeded programme for Cambodia’s most vulnerable children.

What Your Money Will Do: Your money will provide the children with basic services: water, food, clothing, education, paid-for instructors, rent for the schools in the area, school and recreational supplies and lastly, positive loving adult role models to nurture them. How You Can Help: Donate now by dropping

off your coins at Ross B Training Gym and tell all of your friends! If you are interested in volunteering and travelling with us, get in touch today. Ross 0858894665.

Waterford Country Fair shines the spotlight on country life and country living

Pictured (l. to r.): Mark Bergin, Coffee Warehouse; Ciaran Cullen, LEO Waterford; Eamonn Clancy, SuperValu, and Eamonn McEneaney, Waterford Museum of Treasures. [Garrett FitzGerald Photography]

Something’s brewing at Coffee House Lane! THE COFFEE WAREHOUSE REVIVES WATERFORD’S TRADITIONAL ART OF COFFEE ROASTING WHEN you think of some of the great foodstuffs that originated in Waterford you can’t but help think of the blaa, rashers or even cream crackers. But, one of Waterford’s better kept secrets is coffee, and a Waterford company, is reviving the tradition of coffee roasting. The Coffee Warehouse is renowned for its Ponticelli brand and has just launched a new coffee brand, Coffee House Lane, in honour of Waterford’s coffee roasting tradition. Back in the late 17th century, John Aikenhead was the visionary who first brewed and distributed coffee in Ireland, from his coffee house in the aptly named Coffee House Lane. Mark Bergin, founder of the Coffee Warehouse, has a long association with coffee, with Ponticelli being the first brand created by the company in 2009. Then in 2011, Mark invested in a

coffee roaster and exclusively roasts at its Kilcohan facility. “Ours is a labour of love”, said Mark. “My father has been working with coffee since the 60’s and it was only a matter of time before I got into coffee too. After we acquired the coffee roaster in 2011 we knew we wanted to pay tribute to the true home of coffee in Ireland, Coffee House Lane. We have created Blend 1690, which is a medium to dark roast. The slow roasting of the beans gives a sweetness to the blend, which balances the deep earthiness of a dark roast.” “Not many people know that Waterford led the way in coffee roasting in Ireland over 300 years ago and I am confident that it is a tradition we can revive on a large scale.” The venture would not have been the success it has been without local and

national support. “We have had the good fortune to work with support agencies such as Waterford Local Enterprise Office, Love Irish Food and, of course, SuperValu which now stocks our product in 62 stores throughout the country.” Sourcing the finest coffee beans from around the world, the beans, which are green at this stage are roasted between 180ºC and 230ºC for 14 to 20 minutes. The length of time roasting has an impact on colour, aroma and moisture. The Coffee House Lane beans are roasted for longer, thus giving them a darker colour and richer roast flavour. The popularity of the blend is also a reflection of the evolving Irish palate. Waterford Local Enterprise Office has backed the venture since Day One. According to Ciaran Cullen, it is a proud Waterford tradition that

deserves to be revived. “When Mark approached us about investing in a roaster we heartily concurred that coffee roasting should be encouraged, promoted and nurtured in its Irish birthplace.” “The food and beverage landscape in Waterford is one of the most vibrant in the country. Entrepreneurs and small producers are creating an exciting portfolio of high quality, great tasting local produce and at Waterford LEO we are delighted to be part of a movement that shines the spotlight on Waterford’s taste revolution.” Keep up to date with Coffee House Lane on Facebook and Twitter. Alternatively if you have an inspirational food idea and what to know what assistance is available to you, talk to Waterford Local Enterprise Office. Call 051 849905 or visit www.localenterprise.ie/waterford/

ON June 14th Mount Congreve Gardens will host the first Waterford Country Fair, a festival celebrating the very best of country life and country living. The one day event will feature a host of field sports and country pursuits including dressage, side saddle displays and sheep dog trials, along with falconry, beekeeping, artisan craft producers and local food producers. Jo Breheny, Chair of the Waterford Country Fair is delighted with the reaction to the festival so far. “A few months ago, some friends and I discussed the idea of a festival that showcases the best of country pursuits, but we also wanted to ensure it was a festival that would have a wide appeal to all ages. We formed a dedicated committee, spoke to some local businesses and so far, have received phenomenal support from the business community.” “The day itself will have something for everyone, not just those with an interest in equestrian and country pursuits. There will be pony club games, sheep dog trials, and dressage. There

will be an exciting falconry display as visitors can learn more about these majestic birds, hot-shoeing farrier demonstrations, carriage driving displays, beekeepers will give a fascinating insight into the busy life of bees, traditional artisan crafts such as basket weaving and some of the county’s finest food producers will have stalls at the event.” The event setting couldn’t be more stunning. Mount Congreve Gardens are regarded as “one of the great gardens of the world.” Situated just outside Kilmeaden in Co.Waterford the gardens consist of seventy acres of planted woodland gardens and a four acre walled garden. Ray Sinnott, Mount Congreve Estate Manager, is looking forward to hosting the Waterford Country Fair. “The festival and the gardens complement each other very well. The Fair will put the focus on country living and we believe that Mount Congreve Estate is the perfect example of country living at its best. We have wide open spaces to accom-

modate the myriad of events on the day with plenty of room for country pursuits’ enthusiasts, families and tourists. Visitors will also have the chance to explore the largest collection of plants in Ireland and thousands of trees and shrubs.” The Waterford Country Fair will also work with the charity CRY, Cardiac Risk in the Young. According to Ms. Breheny, “We chose CRY as our charity partner in order to raise awareness of the crucial work this organization does tirelessly. It raises awareness of Sudden Cardiac Death Syndrome, provides free counselling and support for families affected by sudden cardiac death and supports the Centre for Cardiovascular Risk in Younger Persons. We hope the day will help spread the message about sudden cardiac death syndrome and raise funds for this remarkable charity.” To find out more about Waterford Country Fair, which takes place at Mount Congreve Gardens on Sunday, June 14th, visit www.mountcongreve.com

Pictured at Mount Congreve Gardens, Waterford which will host the first Waterford Country Fair, a festival celebrating the very best of country life and country living. Pictured are Charlie Weldon (6), Amy Moloney (4). [Patrick Browne]

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21 The Enterprise Group Sculpture Exhibition: Pictured at the opening are Jackie Tynan, Theresa Foley, John Young, Julie O'Shea and Margaret Flannagan.

In the Courts …

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Violent and vicious late night street fight TWO Polish men based in Dungarvan were attacked and beaten in a violent and vicious late night street fight during the Maritime Festival in the town, the Circuit Criminal Court heard in Waterford last week. A jury of seven men and five women found Garrett Flynn (24) of Mountain View, Marlfield, Clonmel, guilty of causing violent disorder and assaulting the two Polish men at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 3rd May, 2013. The row erupted shortly before midnight on the Bank Holiday Weekend when a group of four Irish men from South Tipperary clashed with the injured parties and there was a general melee near the tall ship on The Quay. The incident was witnessed by a taxi driver and two women who feared that somebody would be killed. Racial slurs were shouted at the Polish men who were speaking their own language and they were told to “f… back to their own country”. Barrister Noel Whelan, for the DPP, said Adam Jana (29) of Suncount, Dungarvan, and his cousin Rafael Paczykowski were set upon and punched and kicked. Adam’s head and lips were bruised and his eye was swollen and a front tooth was chipped. His cousin sustained a fracture of his ring finger. An eyewitness said after a meal in a nearby restaurant, she walked with her husband along The Quay to see the tall ship at its moorings. Four “very loud” men approached and the witness and her husband moved to the other side of the road to avoid them. Suddenly, a fight broke out and one of the two Poles was knocked to the ground and a man picked up a large traffic cone and brought it down on his head. At that stage the

husband of the witness rang the Gardaí. Racial insults were shouted at the Poles and she heard somebody say: “F… back to your own country”. The two injured men sat on the ground and were very upset and one of them was terrified. The men from South Tipperary were the aggressors and their victims retreated during the attack. The group of four men left the area and went in the direction of the Bridge when they heard the Garda patrol car approaching. Garda Ian Kennifick, Dungarvan, said the fight was over when he arrived on the scene near the brass band building. He spoke to the four men who were all under the influence of an intoxicant and their clothes were dishevelled. The accused man made reference to a broken gold neck chain and mentioned two “Polish fellows”. When invited to make a formal complaint he started to smile and said: “No. It’s okay. I will get it fixed”. Then he walked away. Sergeant Fergal O’Toole, Dungarvan, said the four men from South Tipperary celebrated a birthday and later had drinks in two pubs in Dungarvan. The accused man denied being involved in the row. The Polish men appeared to have been badly beaten and were out of breath and were dishevelled. Garrett Hayden, BL, defending, appeared for the accused who did not give evidence. At the end of the two day trial the jury returned unanimous guilty verdicts on all three counts following deliberations lasting an hour. Judge Melanie Greally noted that the accused had no previous convictions and directed the preparation of a Probation Service report. She remanded him on bail for sentencing, to 19th May, next.

[Dan McGrath / Editorial Images]

Childminder’s partner convicted of sexual assault A COUNTY Waterford childminder’s partner sexually assaulted a young boy and his sister when they stayed over night in her house, the Circuit Criminal court heard in Waterford last week. The victims, a boy (9) and his sister (8) were asleep in their beds when the childminder’s 56 year old boyfriend came into their bedroom and molested them in the early hours of the morning on 27th June, 2013. The man, who was not a native of County Waterford, had been living here for more than eight years, pleaded guilty to two counts of sexual assault on the children. Barrister Noel Whelan, for the DPP, said nothing should be published by the press that would identify the victims. They were young children and their parents felt that the names of the childminder and the accused man should also not be published. Detective Garda Jennifer Ryan said three children from the same family were staying in the house on the night in question. The childminder went to bed at 1.00 a.m. and the children were all asleep in the one bedroom. The accused man went into their room an hour later at 2.00 a.m. He went over to the girl’s bed and tried to pull down her pyjamas and take photos of her. The girl woke up and resisted him. The man then went to her brother’s bed and pulled down his pants and masturbated him. The boy woke up while this was going on but pretended to be asleep. But his sister shouted to the accused man and asked him what he was doing and asked him to stop. Then the man went back to the girl’s bed and tried to take her pants off and take photos. He managed to take a photo of the little girl but she was fully clothed. The accused man said to the girl: “If I show you, will you show me”. He indecently exposed himself, said Det. Garda Ryan.

At this stage the childminder woke up and came into the room and realised immediately that something serious had happened. She confronted the man and he left the room. For the remainder of the night she stayed with the children. The next morning the girl told her what had happened and what she saw being done to her brother, and their parents were contacted. When confronted again by the childminder the man did not respond and left the house. He had been very drunk that night. The victims were taken to the Children’s Hospital in Crumlin, Dublin, where they were examined. Some days later the accused man presented himself to the Gardaí. During interview he said he was drunk and had no memory of the incident or the camera but he accepted the children’s account of events. The only memory he had was his partner telling him to get out of the children’s bedroom. Victim impact reports stated that the girl was an independent child with a wonderful imagination. But since the sexual assault she would not go upstairs on her own and insisted on a brother or sister being with her. She could no longer tolerate her brothers undressing in front of her and she cried on occasions and asked them to get dressed. Her trust in people was destroyed. A curious child in the past, she no longer had an inquisitive spark. Her parents described her as a “brave and courageous little girl” who stood up for her brother and shouted at the man to stop and then called for help. Now she was a lot more sensitive and cried easily and had been transformed by the trauma. The court heard that the boy was terrified of being alone and would not sleep on his own and the light had to be left on in his bedroom. He would not go out to bring in his dog at night and was cautious and nervous and wary of people

and was terrified of men with beards. Once a month he suffered from nightmares and he was embarrassed and ashamed and would not talk about the incident. The accused man had previous convictions for indecent exposure to a schoolgirl and sexual assault on two children and served a three year prison sentence. Ms. Michelle Smith de Bruin, BL, defending, said her client co-operated fully with the Probation Services and the Gardaí and he pleaded guilty at the earliest possible opportunity. The two children were examined and no bruising, abrasions or acute trauma were found. The accused worked as a mechanic, factory welder and was in the army. His marriage broke down when he was jailed for sexually assaulting two children. He had a difficulty with alcohol and tried to avoid being a danger to children. The court was urged to take into consideration that for 18 years he had not offended. The risk of future sexual re-offending was deemed to be moderate to low. But the risk was considered to be high when alcohol was involved. At no stage did he suggest the two children were not telling the truth. He was unemployed and lived in rental accommodation and still had the support of his partner but they were no longer living together. Judge Melanie Greally thanked the parents of the two children for coming to court. She said she appreciated what a disturbing episode this had been for their family. It was undoubtedly a case where a custodial sentence would be imposed but many factors had to be considered before the quantum of the sentence was determined. The accused man was remanded in custody and the case was adjourned to 13th May next for sentence.

74 counts of alleged indecent assault A 64 YEAR old sports coach was sent for trial by Waterford District Court last week, on 74 counts of alleged indecent assault against teenager boys over a 16 year period. The charges arose out of incidents which occurred in the 1970s and

1980s. A book of evidence was served on the accused man who spoke only to confirm his identity. Judge Kevin Staunton granted the accused man legal aid and remanded him on bail to Waterford Circuit Criminal Court on April 21st next.

A Waterford man in his 50s was also sent for trial accused of sexual offences against minors of both genders on unspecified dates. The accused man was granted legal aid and was remanded on bail to Waterford Circuit Criminal

Court on April 21st. Conditions of bail included not interfering with witnesses, signing-on at Waterford Garda Station three times weekly and notifying the Gardaí of any change of address.

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Social Media for Sports Clubs Workshop

The search for the ten 2015 Nissan Generation Next ambassadors was launched by members of the ‘Class of 2014’ pictured (l-r) Dermot Malone, Seadna Morey, Danielle Murphy, Sean Doyle, Emma Fogarty and David O’Caoimh.

Nissan seeks to put Waterford leaders in driving seat with free new car NISSAN is seeking ambitious people from Waterford who could use a brand new car or van to achieve their dreams of becoming one of the new generation of Irish leaders on the local, national and international stage. Nissan has launched a nationwide search to find ten ‘Nissan Generation Next’ ambassadors who will each receive a brand new, taxed and insured Nissan of their choice to drive for a year – and anyone from Waterford can apply to put themselves in the driving seat. The Nissan Generation Next programme is designed to support ambitious Irish people, from whatever walk of life, who exemplify the drive and determination to succeed in their chosen field and who have what it takes to become tomorrow’s leaders. “Nissan Generation Next is all about helping the best and brightest on the road to success. It is open to anyone who is passionate, committed and working hard to achieve their goals and we want people from Waterford to apply,” explained James McCarthy, CEO of Nissan Ireland. “Waterford is home to some

great talent. There are ten places on Nissan Generation Next programme for 2015. There is every chance that an applicant from Waterford could be selected and that we could be supporting them to become the next Gilbert O’Sullivan, Sean Kelly, John Treacy or Ernest Walton,” he said. “No dream is too big or small. Tell us about it and you could find yourself with the keys to a brand new Nissan that is the right choice for you and best suited to helping you to achieve your ambitions and to succeed in your chosen field,” he explained. Applicants’ chosen field can include anything be that creating a new business, launching a new product, pioneering scientific research, winning at the top level of sport, having a chart-hitting single, to making it as an actor, top chef, dancer, writer or artist. The Nissan Generation Next progamme was created last year and the ten members of the Class of 2014, selected from over 650 applicants nationwide, have achieved remarkable success during the past year. “Our Nissan Generation Next

ambassadors are truly inspirational. They only see what is possible and their ability to forge ahead and to find creative solutions to the challenges and obstacles that they encounter is something that we are Nissan are only too happy to support. These people really are the leaders of tomorrow,” said James McCarthy, CEO of Nissan Ireland. The Class of 2014 Nissan Generation Next ambassadors included Irish writer and director Gerard Barrett whose acclaimed film ‘Glassland’ featuring Jack Reynor and Toni Colette won the best acting award at the renowned Sundance Film Festival last February. 30 year old Emma Fogarty from Laois learned how to drive and became the first and oldest woman in Ireland living with EB – a painful, debilitating condition that makes her skin as fragile as a butterfly’s wing – to pass her driving test. Clare Inter-County hurler Seadna Morey (21) won an U-21 All-Star and was crowned Munster U-21 Hurler of the Year, while Dubliner Emma Cahill (25) is set on qualifying for the 2016 Paralympics in Equestrian Games

three years after a serious spinal injury and being told that she would never walk again. HOW TO APPLY Applicants for the 2015 Nissan Generation Next programme can apply online at www.nissangenerationnext.ie or through the Nissan Generation Next Facebook app and will be requested to outline why they are an ideal candidate for Nissan Generation Next and how Nissan can help them to achieve their goals. The closing date for applications is Tuesday, 19th May 2015. A shortlist of 20 candidates will be announced soon after and put forward to a four-week public voting phase. The seven individuals with the largest number of votes will win a place on the Nissan Generation Next programme. The judges at Nissan will also select three applicants whom they believe are deserving of a place on the Nissan Generation Next programme, giving applicants another opportunity to achieve their dreams and never look back with the support of Nissan’s commitment to excellence and innovation.

AS part of the WSP 2015 Seminar Series - Waterford Sports Partnership in conjunction with the Dungarvan Enterprise Centre is running a Social Media for Sports Clubs Workshop on Thursday, 14th May - Places are limited - Early booking advised. THIS PRACTICAL WORKSHOP WILL COVER: Setting up a Facebook Page for your Club | Managing the Page | Building your Fan Base | Do’s and Don’ts on Facebook | Useful Tips & Tricks. If time permits on the night the tutor will also cover Twitter and YouTube. The Workshop is being designed to give maximum benefit to the attendees.The content will be tailored to the audience. Places are limited to 20. To benefit fully from the training participants are encouraged to bring a laptop or tablet with them (Please note: we have a limited supply of laptops for anyone who has no access to one - please ask when booking). The Workshop Presenter is Mags Durand O’Connor: Mags’ background is in Marketing, having worked for full service marketing agencies and multinationals ntl, SEAT and ABB. Her areas of expertise are sales, digital marketing and social media. She currently runs Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and works for WIT as a lecturer in social media. Mags has been delivering social media training since 2009, her focus is on helping you to understand what social media can do for your club and working with you to develop a plan for attracting new fans, interacting with current members and showcasing the work of your club. Social Media for Sports Clubs Workshop. Thursday, 14th May | 6.30 to 9.30 p.m. Dungarvan Enterprise Centre, Main Street, Dungarvan. Cost: €10 per person | Limited Places | Don’t delay register today! Download a Registration Form at: www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie For further information please contact: Karen Phelan, Communications Officer, Waterford Sports Partnership, on (058) 21192 or email: kphelan@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

Annual Flag Day for Helvick Lifeboat THE annual Flag Day and church gate collection in aid of the RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat will take place in Dungarvan, An Rinn, Abbeyside, Ballinroad, and Old Parish on May 2nd and 3rd. “All monies raised will go directly to the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station” says Hon Fundraising Chairman Oliver Clancy. The RNLI is supported entirely by voluntary contributions and is comprised of brave and dedicated volunteers who risk their lives in all kinds of weather to save life at sea. Further information: 087 821 0420; 086 122 5818. rnlihelvick@gmail.com

RNLB Robert Armstrong the new Helvick lifeboat with crew Alan Kelly at the helm and Dónal Ó Faoláin, Terence Morrissey and [Patrick Browne] Mike Tobin.

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RNLI calls on public t o ‘g i v e i t s o m e w e l l y ’ t h i s M ay D ay THE RNLI is calling on the public to join them in recognising the lifesaving work of their volunteer crews in Waterford by giving it some welly and supporting May Day, the charity’s national fundraising campaign. From Friday, 1st until Monday, 4th May, collections and fundraising events will be taking place in Wexford and nationwide. Events will have a welly theme, like the yellow wellies worn by the RNLI’s volunteer crew members. The charity is encouraging people to show their support by buying and wearing a yellow welly pin badge which will be on sale on streets and in local businesses or by holding a welly themed fundraising event. There is also a text to donate option whereby people can text RNLIMAYDAY to 50300 to donate €4* The yellow welly is an essential piece of RNLI crew kit and is a part of every crewmembers kit. Waterproof with steelcapped toes, the specially designed boots keep the volunteer crew’s feet warm and dry while also protecting them in dangerous conditions on deck. RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew have responded to the Mayday calls of those in distress around Ireland’s 2,500km of coastline for over 190 years. Lifeboat crew members are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Many have full-time jobs, but each carries a pager and, when it goes off, they rush to the lifeboat station and launch the lifeboat to rescue those in danger. Funds raised go to the training of the lifeboat, which is constantly ongoing and the upkeep, maintenance and provision of new kit and equipment. Last year, RNLI volunteer lifeboat crew in the Waterford lifeboat stations, Dunmore East, Tramore and Helvick Head

launched 45 times and brought 40 people to safety. Nine of those call-outs were carried out in the hours of darkness. Supporting Mayday, Dunmore East RNLI Coxswain Michael Griffin said: ‘We are delighted to be involved with the RNLI’s Mayday campaign. I am one of 1,500 lifeboat crew in Ireland who relies on the generosity of the public to help my lifeboat station to save lives at sea. From crew kit to training and fuel for our lifeboats, every cent raised this Mayday will help us to continue to rescue people every day.’ Events that will be raising funds for Mayday in Waterford include an auction and music night in The Haven on Friday 1 May at 9pm. Included in the auction items is a signed jersey by the Irish Rugby Team. On Sunday 3rd May there is the Splash and Dash held on the Strand beach and pin badges will also be on sale in Waterford city on the Saturday. Members of Helvick Head RNLI will also be selling the badges throughout Dungarvan on Saturday 2nd May. Pauline McGann RNLI Community Fundraising Manager added: ‘Yellow wellies are an important piece of kit for our crew. They keep our lifesavers on sure footing during rescues and they are a symbol of the amazing work they do. So whether you donate, fundraise or volunteer, please consider giving it some welly and do something extraordinary for the RNLI.’ Last year, RNLI lifeboat crews from Ireland’s 45 lifeboat stations launched 1,089 times, rescuing 1,414 people. It’s not too late to hold a Mayday Yellow Welly event. To donate and for ideas on how to get involved with Mayday visit www.rnli.org/MAYDAY.

Local winners in regional final of Council congratulates Festival of Food on successful weekend Irish Restaurant Awards 2015 THE Munster Regional Final of the Irish Restaurant Awards, took place in The Limerick Strand Hotel recently and named the top restaurants in the six counties for 2015. Over 400 restaurant owners and staff celebrated their hard work and achievements at the Awards, which saw many wellknown restaurateurs of Munster, turn out to see if they had won one of the prestigious awards. Speaking at the awards last night, Chief Executive of the Restaurants Association of Ireland Adrian Cummins said;“The Irish Restaurant Awards celebrate their seventh year this year and have become the Island’s biggest food awards. The credibility that these awards have is reflected in the amount of nominations they received this year- over 30,000 votes were cast across twelve categories, showing that these are the awards that everyone wants to win. “The Irish restaurant scene is internationally recognised for its high

calibre of restaurateurs and chefs. These awards celebrate the people that make the restaurant sector the dynamic and exciting industry it is. They are the people who provide 72,000 jobs to our economy and generate revenue in excess of €2 billion. We’re recognising the talent, hard work and commitment that everyone here gives to the food industry. Tonight, everyone is a winner.” Following on from their impressive haul of awards in 2013 and 2014, The Tannery won Best Restaurant in Waterford, with Chef Paul Flynn scooping Best Chef in Waterford. Food outlets were nominated under the categories of Best Restaurant, Best Chef, Best Restaurant Manager, Best Hotel Restaurant, Best Casual Dining, Best Gastro Pub, Best Customer Service, Best Newcomer, Best Wine Experience, Best Emerging Irish Cuisine, Best Kids Size Me and Local Food Hero. All County winners now compete for the Regional

and All Ireland Title which will be announced at the Irish Restaurant Awards in the DoubleTree Hilton Hotel, Dublin on Monday 25th May, 2015. There are 3 components to phase two of the process. Each element is independently assessed by BDO. Mystery Guest Visit (55%) This component of the awards is conducted by Prism Consulting headed by Hugo Arnold, independent food writer and consultant. All County Winners and Dublin Shortlist receive a mystery guest visit throughout the month of April and May. NATIONAL AWARDS ACADEMY (35%) Our National Awards Academy is made up of representatives from each of the regional judging panels and will meet in May to Judge the County Winners and Dublin Shortlist. The Academy members include food writers, journalists, academics and hospitality magazine editors. MENU JUDGING (10%) All County winners and

the Dublin Shortlist in each category are asked to submit a copy of their food and wine menus for judging. THE WATERFORD WINNERS ARE AS FOLLOWS: Best Restaurant, sponsored by Dalcassian & Wakefield Wines - The Tannery. Best Chef, sponsored by La Rousse Foods - Paul Flynn of the Tannery. Best Hotel Restaurant Zak’s Restaurant at Athenaeum House Hotel. Best Casual Dining, sponsored by Total Produce - Bodéga. Best Kids Size Me in Munster, sponsored by Heinz & Kids Size Me Momo Restaurant. Best Gastro Pub, sponsored by Bunzl McLaughlin - The Spinnaker Bar. Best Newcomer, sponsored by Elavon - Burzza. Best Wine Experience, sponsored by Classic Drinks & Massottina - Dennison’s Restaurant. Best Customer Service, sponsored by TheTaste.ie La Bohème Restaurant & Winebar.

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THE weather had not been at its most obliging for the recent Dungarvan Food Festival weekend but the event was nonetheless deemed a success and councillors at April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting were keen to congratulate all connected to the event. Amongst the congratulations, Cllr. Declan Doocey

described the community effort as “excellent”, Cllr Pat Nugent thanked all the voluntary organisations and Cllr Damien Geoghegan noted that groups such as the festival committee and volunteers, the Lions Club, restaurant owners and other business people were “the driving force” behind the annual event. “They don’t sit back and wait for it to happen or for someone else to do it for them”, he

observed. Cllr. John Pratt meantime sent best wishes to Helvick lifeboat in its representation of Waterford in the upcoming Pride of Place competition. He said he hoped that at some future stage, an ‘internal Pride of Place’ competition would be held to encourage towns to raise their levels of tidiness and community spirit, etc.”

Decrease of public order offences in West Waterford, but increase in East Waterford PUBLIC order offences have dropped in the Dungarvan area, but increased in East County Waterford, figures presented to the recent Joint Policing Committee show. Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan, told last week’s meeting of Waterford City and County JPC that public order offences in Dungarvan have reduced by half in the year to date. Despite a slight increase in Tramore, and a spike in the offences in Waterford City, the overall figures for the Waterford Garda Divisional area show a decrease in public order offences. Supt. Leacy said the figures are on a par

with the previous year, but there is a continuing divisional decrease in public order figures of six percent. He said that while a small spike in the offences was seen in Waterford City around the middle of February, the trend has now stabilised. “The Divisional Strategy is to target lowlevel public order issues before they lead to serious assaults,” said Supt. Leacy. He pointed out that the Purple Flag initiative is a key tenant of the public order Strategy in the Waterford City area, along with a partnership approach to providing dynamic and safe social centre.

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Call for Council flexibility over toilet opening times By Christy Parker EVERY silver lining has a cloud it seems and the unexpectedly warm weather has left Waterford Council grappling with the issue of providing toilet facilities ‘off season’ at the county’s beaches. Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan raised the matter at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting, saying he had received “lots of complaints” from dissatisfied beach patrons and that it was a situation that looked set for repeats. The councillor said he understood there being a set time –May to September- for opening the toilets but felt “a little bit of common sense” and flexibility was needed. Director of Services for Water and Environment Fergus Galvin said it was a cost issue due to overtime considerations, especially at weekends. “We are looking at ways to get better value from a very tight budget,” he continued “and in Ballyquinn and Ardmore we have concluded an agreement for the Tidy Towns to open and close the toilets. We are looking to do something similar in other areas to provide a longer service elsewhere in the county.” Cllr Tom Cronin paid tribute both to council senior engineer Gabriel Hynes and the Tidy Towns committee in facilitating the arrangements in Ardmore and Ballyquinn.

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Musician issues alert for stolen equipment By Christy Parker A COUNTRY music singer whose equipment was stolen is appealing for music business affiliates in West Waterford to be alert for anyone trying to sell the property. Adrian Ryan, who regularly plays at John Paul’s bar in Old Parish, had the equipment stolen from his van between 11.30 pm and midnight while playing in Ferrybank last Saturday (April 18th). The incident comes

some months after a Youghal musician suffered a similar theft from his vehicle and amidst an apparent increase in such incidents nationally. One musician advises registering a Google alert describing in detail the stolen items. Google then signals to one’s e-mail if goods matching the description become available on such sites as e-bay, DoneDeal, etc. Mr. Ryan, from Carlow, has performed on TV4’s c/w talent show Glór Tíre

and will play in Youghal’s Walter Raleigh on Saturday next. He describes the stolen items as: a small Red Excelsior midi Piano Accordion (with bass reeds removed); a Ketron Midjay Plus in a Ketron small Wooden case; a Ketron FS13 Pedal in gator soft case and a Dynacord Powermate

600 with fragile sticker on lid. Contact: Ferrybank Garda station on (051)

830240; Adrian Ryan: 0868375615. Reward offered for information leading to recovery.

Waste Management issues highlighted and discussed at Dungarvan-Lismore District Council By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is to review the situation after Cllr Siobhán Whelan said residents in Cappoquin were unhappy with the dearth of the receptacles.The councillor added that Dungarvan needed more bins too. Senior Executive Engineer with Water and Environment Services, Josephine McGrath said she would investigate but explained that several bins were removed from Cappoquin some years back due to people depositing household waste in them. Cllr. Declan Doocey asked for more bins for Lismore and Tallow also. More pertinently, he wondered whether extra CCTV had been deployed to detect illegal dumping and if so, how many successful was it being? Director of Services for Environment & Water, Fergus Galvin said new and newly designed bins were being considered for Dungarvan, especially within the context of Smarter Travel works around the Square. He said CCTV is constantly being deployed across the county, especially in rural and remote areas. However, processing evidence was a long “a long, slow process”, often involving up to three weeks’ material being meticulously reviewed. Nonetheless, the director continued, there were ongoing successes and fines were regularly issued. Where fines went unpaid, convictions took time, but the council would be persevering because overall it was worth it and CCTV would remain, especially near bottle banks and in woodland areas. FINES AND PROSECUTIONS Mr. Galvin also assured Cllr Whelan’s that the council

removed illegally dumped bags reported to them. They would investigate the bag (or local CCTV) for evidence in tracing its origins and would issue fines or commence prosecutions where possible. He recommended always reporting illegal dumping to the council’s Environment section. Cathaoirleach Damien Geoghegan advocated bypassing the fine process and going straight to prosecution in order to remove the anonymity of offenders. As things stood, “it could be cheaper to dump rubbish and pay a fine than dispose of it properly,” he added. Mr. Glavin agreed but said “there is a definition scale” as to what constitutes litter and what is fly tipping, under EPA stipulations. A couple of bags might just be termed litter and not significant enough for prosecution. NEW REGULATIONS Cllr John Pratt wondered if the council ever called to doors seeking proof of responsible waste disposal from householders in regard, for example to “known estates, where there might not even be a lorry collecting waste.” Mr. Galvin said the council “systematically surveys” estates to ascertain how householders dispose of rubbish” and that people are “legally required to provide proof ” through, for example, receipts. The director revealed that new regulations being introduced in July 2015 and coming into full effect in July 2016, would give the council “stronger powers of inspection and enforcement.” At present, he explained the council needs a reasonable degree of suspicion that waste is not being collected or has been illegally but from July can investigate without such due cause.

FILLING THE GAP Cllr Pat Nugent asked if private operators now fully covered the numbers of households previously availing of the council’s waste collection service. Mr. Galvin said he could not require private operators to provide their customer details but, anecdotally, he believed very many of the council’s approximate 5,500 customers now used private operators. Nonetheless, he believed there was a gap of up to 15% and the council would be surveying estates, towns and villages across the county over the next year to monitor waste management. QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS: In regard to the new waste management regulations due to come into effect from July next, Director of Services for Environment and Water, Fergus Galvin was happy to answer questions posed to him as follows: Q: Is this new legislation being introduced nationally? Yes, it has been flagged to the local authorities and the private waste industry for some time. It is contained in a (2012) Dept. Waste Policy Document (www.environ.ie/Publications/E nvironment/Waste/WasteManag ement Q: Will it apply only to council tenants? No, it applies to all. Q: How will it enable you better to investigate suspected domestic waste littering, fly-tipping etc? The new regulations will (amongst other measures) strengthen the powers of a local authority, as they will place a legal obligation on householders to demonstrate how they manage their waste and make provision

for a fixed payment notice for those who fail to demonstrate same.The regulations should also give additional powers to the local authority to enforce the licence conditions and standards of service provided by private operators. Q: So you may not need strong suspicions of malpractice, such as you do now? I don’t envisage us doing random checks; I see it still being used only in terms of trying to close the loop where waste is disappearing out of the normal waste stream. Q: How high will be the spot fines? I don’t know yet. It will be set nationally and has been described as operating “at a modest level.” Q: What if someone says ‘go away, I don’t have receipts or proof?’ There are other ways of proving responsible waste management, such as using compost bins or naming third party sources to show they are recycling or producing very little waste. Often elderly people for example have their waste managed by family members. Q: In extremity could an enforcement officer abuse this enhanced power to target individuals for whatever reasons he might hold? We always ensure enforcement officers are operating to correct standards but in rare cases where such allegations arise we can avail of an independent estimator. Also we would try to deploy enforcement officers outside their own domestic area. Q: What are the present limitations within the council’s enforcement system? Presently there is no legally defined obligation on householders to demonstrate how they

manage their waste and there is no fixed payment penalty.Where the council suspects a householder is improperly holding or disposing of waste, we serve a notice on them requiring them to provide information but any further action arising from a failure to respond has to be through a costly and prolonged court prosecution. Q: What broader measures are involved in this new regulation? They will cover areas like pay by weight, customer charters, standards of services provided by private operators and so on. From July 2015 private operators must weigh waste collected from individual householders and provide statements of weight collected in various waste streams, on an ongoing basis. Waterford Council doesn’t presently have problems with private operators incidentally. Q: Might that brings increased prices? About 400,000 houses across Ireland are already using pay by weight anyway and most trucks have the mechanisms already installed and it’s just a matter of printing the details though a computer system.The big advantage is it incentivises people to recycle and use compost bins. Q: How bad is it illegal dumping in Waterford city and county? It depends on what is defined as bad. Any level of illegal dumping has all manner of consequences from spoiling the countryside, creating an environmental and health hazard, cleaning up costs, reputational damage, and so on. I don’t think it has got worse in recent times and I don’t believe Waterford is particularly bad; in fact I’d say the county ranks quite highly on a national basis. Through the work done by

the council and the tremendous efforts of Tidy Towns committees, Spring Clean Committees, etc., Waterford is achieving high scores at a national level in the national Tidy Towns Competition and IBAL Surveys. Notwithstanding that, we have persistent and on-going problem areas of which one of the more visible is casual littering along our roadsides of what appears mainly to be fast-food and drink packaging dumped from passing vehicles and which is extremely unsightly and difficult to remove given its widely dispersed nature. Q: What is the annual estimated cost of illegal dumping to the council per year? Very difficult to calculate; we have the direct costs of the enforcement team, which includes waste regulation and enforcement, covering wages, supervision, vans, legalities and minor clean-ups and is budgeted at €447k for 2015. That figure would also include grants and supports to community groups. It is difficult to calculate the cost of clean ups as they are included as part of the overall street cleaning and roads maintenance budgets and not isolated under a particular budget. Q: How many private operators are there in the city and county and how many amenity sites? There are six permitted operators and two civic amenity sites – one in Dungarvan and one at Kilbarry, Waterford City. Q: Will you be recruiting extra staff in lieu of these regulations? We should be able to manage within our current staff? Q: Won’t people curse, yet another new law?! Maybe, but some practices just have to be made stop.

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More consistent availability of Jet Patcher promised By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council’s highly regarded jet patch road mender is in good fettle again and will be more consistently available from here on, April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting was told. Cllr. Declan Doocey raised the topic saying that while excellent road works had recently been conducted in the Lismore west area, it remained he said, in the manner of stories from his school days, “to be continued.” Summarising the situation, the Councillor reiterated, “Praise where praise is due but criticism where criticism is due as well,” though not in reference to his school days in this instance. The Councillor reminded the meeting that the patcher had also been promised for west Lismore last year

“but it was never put into the floppy disc apparently” or, further deferring to his school days had not been “anseo.” Cllr. Tom Cronin too wanted to know the whereabouts of the jet patcher, having conducted “an awful lot of good work” in recent weeks. He noted meantime that the outdoor stuff were presently doing “a superb job” rebuilding and surfacing dressing roads. BUS STOP NEEDED Diverting to another route as it were, Cllr. Cronin said the bus stop at Grange, near Ardmore, needed a shelter as, on wet or murky days, passengers were getting “destroyed” by passing lorries. He wondered if a shelter required permission from CIE. Senior Executive Engineer for roads, Pat McCarthy said the Council “would like to have the jet patcher on the road as often as possible and will

do from now on.” He would update Cllr. Doocey on where it has been and felt that only a breakdown (physical, not emotional presumably of the machine would explain its absence. “I assure you it will be fully manned from now on”, he promised. Regarding a bus stop at Grange, the engineer said the council would first see if Bus Éireann would fund or co-fund the shelter. However he felt as it was on the hard shoulder, alternative land would be needed. He would comprise a short report on the availability of such and funding options. Meanwhile, Cllr. Siobhan Whelan asked when road resurfacing the road at the bog road at Boreen na Rua, Ballinameela, would start as it was in a “dangerous” condition. Senior Executive Engineer at Environment Josephine McGrath said it would hopefully commence in a few weeks.

Chamber Afterhours with Dungarvan Brewing Company – celebrating five years of excellence CELEBRATING 5 years of Excellence – Chamber Afterhours with Dungarvan Brewing Company. Date and Time: 5.30 – 7.00 p.m.; Thursday, 30th April, 2015. Location: Dungarvan Brewing Company,Westgate Business Park, Dungarvan. Cost: Free for members. As they celebrate their 5th birthday, Dungarvan Brewing Company are delighted to offer Chamber Members the opportunity to visit the brewery to preview their Summer series of talks and tastings. This is a rare opportunity to explore the inner workings of Dungarvan’s award-winning micro-brewery, learn about ingredients and brewing and sample the award-winning beers. One of Ireland’s most

successful micro-breweries, Dungarvan Brewing Company has gone from strength to strength, producing a range of traditionally brewed bottle-conditioned craft beers on site, for distribution to select bars, restaurants and off-licences nation-wide and for export. Visitors will be treated to a tour of Dungarvan Brewing Company's production site at the Westgate Business Park, followed by refreshments. This event is free for members, but places are limited by capacity so booking is essential. To book contact Tel. 058 45054 or email info@dungarvanchamber.ie

A seal enjoys some sun in Dungarvan.

Living City scheme nearing launch date AN urban regeneration scheme aimed at renovating old properties in Waterford and five other cities will finally get off the ground in the coming weeks. When the Living City Initiative was first announced over two years ago it was restricted to Georgian era buildings. But after consulting with local authority officials and Waterford Civic Trust, Deputy John Deasy lobbied to have it modified to include all pre-1914 properties. “This has been a tortuous process, with the scheme held up by the European Commission. Getting State Aid clearance has required some minor changes but generally speaking the concept is pretty much intact.” He expects Finance Minister Michael Noonan to sign the commencement order next month. Waterford City and County Council submitted its recommended designated areas some time ago and these have been weighed up by the Department and Revenue. The residential element of the scheme,

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which is expected to have a much bigger take-up in Waterford, will allow eligible home owners to claim reliefs for the entire cost of refurbishment works, spread against income over 10 years. Meanwhile, commercial owneroccupiers will be able to claim tax reliefs (capped at €200,000) for refurbishment works on business premises, written off over a seven-year period. Depending on the final designation, it’s understood that a significant number of residential properties in Waterford could qualify. Deputy Deasy says the fact that this scheme will also operate in Cork and Kilkenny means it has the potential to create substantial work for local tradespeople in the construction/conservation sector. “If the take-up is anywhere as good as the Home Renovation Incentive Scheme, which only meant reclaiming the VAT back, then it should be a useful initiative.”

National Spring Clean on Ring beaches “THE beaches in An Rinn are very popular amenities and we welcome volunteers of all ages to help in this great Spring clean amidst the splendid coastal scenery in the beautiful Co. Waterford Gaeltacht” says CMR (Coiste Maisithe na Rinne) founding

"Irish Craft in a Glass: Beer" event at Merry's Bar & Restaurant, Dungarvan, during the West Waterford Festival of Food.

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Chairperson Anne Kenneally. A clean up of the beaches on the Ring peninsula is scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd, from 11.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. as part of An Taisce Coca-Cola Clean Coasts Week. The meeting points are:

Muintir Ui Mhurchadha in Poll a Phúca for the 2011 National Spring Clean. [Mary Tobin]

Baile na nGall Pier, The Cunningar car park, Helvick Pier car park on upper level, Poll a Phúca. Bags and gloves will be provided but please bring your own pickers, if you wish. All are welcome to attend our committee meeting ahead of the Clean Up in the Halla on Tuesday, April 28th, at 7.30 p.m. Organised by Coiste Maisithe na Rinne - Ring Peninsula Community Group and An Taisce Clean Coasts in conjunction with the Environment Section of Waterford City & Co Council and Coca-Cola, there are over 100 people of all ages expected to take part. Info: (058) 46448; 086 813 4597; 087 986 0532. info@joanclancygallery.com

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Frank Colbert, co-writer of ‘The Forgotten Legends,’ writes from South Africa …

The Old Parish Mayors NEW York based author Thurston Clarke recalls in his highly acclaimed book titled ‘JFK’s Last Hundred Days’ that on 22nd November, 1963, when Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley heard about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas he “immediately burst into tears while having lunch with his cronies.” That same afternoon, Daley’s reaction of shock and grief was simultaneously shared by millions of others, not only throughout the western world, but even in Russia. Clarke tells us that even Soviet leaders had been “as profoundly moved and shocked by the slaying of President Kennedy as were many leaders of America’s closest allies.” Co-incidentally, Daley’s stunned reaction was probably compounded by the fact that only three weeks earlier he was due to host Kennedy at Chicago’s O’Hare Field Airport during the early stages of the President’s campaign for the forthcoming 1964 Presidential election. Kennedy was well aware at the time that, just like in 1960, both Illinois and Texas were once again vital in this recent campaign. However, he soon decided to postpone the Chicago trip until early 1964, a date which he sadly would not be able to keep due to his tragic assassination. The reason for the postponement was the disturbing revelation that the prior deaths of both the South Vietnam President Ngo Dinh Diem and his brother, security chief Ngo Dinh Nhu, were in fact as a result of murder, and not due to suicide. This dramatic event would now unfortunately prolong America’s involvement in the Vietnam war for many years later, something which Kennedy had been continuously striving to prevent. Co-incidentally, Mayor Daley’s shock was also surely due to the fact that he shared his Irish heritage with President Kennedy. In actual fact, while Kennedy’s ancestors were emigrating

Mayor Richard M. Daley

to America from Dunganstown in County Wexford during the Famine years, Daley’s own predecessors were simultaneously heading for the same destination from Old Parish, in County Waterford. It is therefore likely that the close association between both politicians, after coming to power, was at least partly as a result of this common heritage. In the words of his own son some decades later:“My father took enormous pride in helping the first IrishCatholic President,” not only during his election campaign in 1960, but also at various times during his term of office. Startlingly, some 55 years now after the 1960 Presidential election in America, rumours continue to grow alleging that Daley bent the rules somewhat in order to secure Kennedy’s paper-thin victory over Republican rival Richard Nixon.These allegations are based on a half hour of prime time on NBC television which Daley bought for Kennedy on the eve of the election. Co-incidentally, this masterstroke by Daley was like a double edge sword because it simultaneously deprived the Republican party of the same critical 30 minute exposure. This strategic move on Daley’s part was the first time a local political organisation purchased national television time on behalf of a Presidential candidate. According to the experts at the time the race between Kennedy and Nixon was too close to call. As a result, Mayor Daley was determined to push Kennedy over the top – even if it meant digging deeply into the party coffers! Shortly beforehand Daley boldly stated prophetically that: “With the Democratic organisation and the help of a few close friends, John F. Kennedy will prevail on election day.” According to Edmund Kallina in his book titled ‘Kennedy versus Nixon – The Presidential Election of 1960,’ “There is sufficient evidence that the ‘few close friends’ mentioned by Daley actually included Chicago crime boss Sam Giancana!” Allegations still exist to this very day that: “Mayor Richard J. Daley stole Illinois’ twenty-seven Electoral College votes for fellow Democrat John F. Kennedy in an attempt to deny Richard Nixon the

Presidency. The resulting outcome was that Kennedy won the State by a mere 8,858 of the 4.7 million votes, and duly became America’s youngest President. In the early sixties there were a number of rumours circulating in Illinois which alleged that: “Daley had a reputation for stuffing ballot boxes and giving both ward bosses and precinct captains vote quotas. “Daley’s son Bill admitted some decades later:“My father took enormous pride in helping the first Irish-Catholic President.” Author Clarke also relates to us another typical example of Daley’s “help” which happened in 1963, a mere 23 days before Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas. For many months previously the popular President had been struggling to gain enough support to implement an important innovative Civil Rights Bill. In the words of Clarke: “On one occasion the Illinois congressman Roland Libonati persisted in raising objections to the Bill during a vital meeting attended by Kennedy. However, the President then quickly suspended the proceedings and left the room to call Mayor Daley with the words: ‘The Judiciary Committee is trying to get a Civil Rights Bill together and Roland Libonati is sticking it right up us … ‘Daley immediately reassured him that: ‘Don’t worry, he’ll vote for it. He’ll vote for any Goddamned thing you want.’ He then asked Kennedy to pass the phone to Libonati so he could deliver the instruction in person. Kennedy balked at such naked steamrolling by the confrontational ebullient Mayor and suggested that Daley call him later. “That’s better,” Daley agreed. “But he’ll do it.The last time I told him: ‘Now look here, I don’t give a Goddamned what it is, you’ll vote for anything the President wants, and that’s the way it’s gonna be.’ Kennedy’s relieved reply was: “That’ll be good.” Incidentally, Kallina also makes the accusation in his book that Kennedy’s father, Joseph, made a deal in 1960 with the Chicago mob, including Giancana, after he received 1 million dollars from them for his son’s campaign coffers. Kallina further suggests that Attorney General Robert Kennedy’s subsequent clampdown on the mob a

few years later may have motivated Giancana’s likely involvement in JFK’s assassination in Dallas in November 1963. THE MAKING OF A MAYOR Richard J. Daly was born in Chicago’s heavily Irish American Bridgeport neighbourhood in 1902. He was the only child of Michael and Lillian (Dunne) Daley, whose ancestors had emigrated to America during the middle of the nineteenth century. Prior to his mother’s death, he won the Democratic nomination for Cook County sheriff, but his ambitious mother soon stated to a friend: “I didn’t raise my son to be just a policeman.” However, he did hold that position until 1955 when he was elected Chicago’s Mayor at the age of 52 with a small margin of votes and he would go on to invariably rule the city with an iron fist. Daley’s youngest son William recalls attending Kennedy’s swearing-in ceremony as President in 1960 and also visiting him in the White House the following day. He states that:- “Harry Truman was first, my mum, dad and us kids were second.” In 1966 Martin Luther King Jr. brought the Civil Rights Movement northwards from Georgia to Illinois and encouraged racial integration of Chicago’s neighbourhoods. Daley soon called for a summit conference and duly signed an agreement with King and other black community leaders to foster open housing. However, it would be another two years before the Fair Housing Act was passed, leading to the beginning of de-segregated housing in the city. In due course, Daley proceeded to combine the power of the Mayor’s office with the political clout of the Democratic organisation to become “perhaps the biggest, and ultimately the last, of the big-city bosses.” During his reign the face of Chicago changed enormously. His relationship with Kennedy and VicePresident Lyndon Johnson brought millions of federal dollars to the city to pay for ambitious infrastructure projects and to fund them, thereby holding his political apparatus together. Not surprisingly, he was elected by huge margins on six successive occasions during his long reign of 21 years. His eldest son Richard

President John F. Kennedy meets Mayor Richard J. Daley’s family. M. would co-incidentally also be elected Chicago Mayor in 1989 and served until 2011. The youngest son, William, served as White House Chief of Staff under President Barack Obama having worked as US Secretary of Commerce under President Bill Clinton. Another son, John, is still a member of Cook County Board of Commissioners. While many members of his administration were charged with corruption and successfully convicted, the controversial Daley was never actually formally charged with similar offences. After his retirement, a poll of 160 historians, political historians and urban experts ranked Daley as the sixth best Mayor in American history. On the 50th anniversary of his inauguration as Mayor, several dozen Daley biographers and associates gathered at the Chicago Historical Society where Historian Michael Beschloss called Daley “the pre-eminent Mayor of the 20th century.” In the words of Chicago folksinger Steve Goodman: “No man could inspire more love, or more hate. “ Among the prestigious buildings in Chicago named in his honour after his retirement are the Cook County Civic Centre, the Primary Academic Library, the Bicentennial Park and one of the City Colleges. Ardmore-born author of “The Cry of the Curlew” Tommy Mooney recalls meeting him in Dungarvan in the sixties during his visit to unveil a memorial stone to himself by the County

Council on the roadside at Moinameen schoolhouse. His biography writers include Adam Cohen, Barak Goodman, Eugene Kennedy, Mike Royko and Elizabeth R. Taylor. RICHARD M. DALEY Four years after Mayor Daley’s retirement, his eldest son Richard M. also became Mayor of Chicago in 1989 and remained in office for one year more than his father. He was born in April 1942 in Chicago and prior to being elected Mayor he served in the Illinois Senate for eight years before becoming Cook County State’s Attorney for two years. In September 1991 he was questioned about the city’s rising homicide and made the controversial statement that: “The more killings and homicides you have, the more havoc it prevents!” In April 1991 he was reelected with an impressive 71% of the total vote, a figure which he exceeded for both his third and fourth terms. Towards the end of 2010 he drastically reformed the laws relating to firearms licences in a city noted for its high proportion of major crime and in 2007 he spearheaded the city’s bid to win the 2016 summer Olympic Games, but without success. Despite his various successes during his 22 years in office the city had a deficit of 1.2 million dollars at the end of his sixth term in contrast to revenue-generating assets, manageable debt and flush pension funds at the beginning. By late 2009 his approval rate was now down to 35%. As a

result he announced that he would not seek a seventh term. After his retirement the Chicago Tribune columnist Steve Chapman stated that: “Daley lasted 22 years in office partly because he resolved to ingratiate himself with black Chicagoans appointing many to high positions. His achievements included focusing on Chicago as a tourist destination and spearheading the conversion of Navy Pier into a popular tourist destination. He also supported immigration reform and green building initiatives, for which he was awarded an Honour Award by the National Building Museum. After his retirement he joined an exclusive speakers bureau, the Walker Agency, that pays tens of thousands of dollars per appearance and he also joined the board of directors of The CocaCola company. In 2013 The National Law Journal included him in its list of “The 100 Most Influential Lawyers in America.”

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No marks and zero points for SUSI FOR a significant number of students, SUSI, the relatively new grant-awarding body for third level education, has been little short of a disaster. A report by the Comptroller & Auditor General, Seamus McCarthy is very critical of the body which was set up to centralise grant applications for third level education and ended up by inflicting unnecessary worry and hardship on students, most of whom had more on their minds that just trying to make ends meet. The C&AG identified bad planning, outsourcing core services with no contract, and inadequate staffing as contributing to the student grants agency’s disastrous first year of operations that cost €5.9m – more than three times its budget. That has been the story with several attempts at privatisation across the public sector and, in many cases, instead of financial savings, better services and a personal approach, there is now a stonewall mentality and higher costs among some members of staff. Indeed, it is difficult not to believe that stonewalling has not been installed as a culture and the number of serious complaints about service to students – or lack of it – are legion. Just listen to Joe Duffy during September / October when grants are being allocated - and not in some needy cases - and again in April and May when some students are still waiting for their money. These are real people, with real needs, real hunger, real rents to pay and not just

statistics and applicant numbers as so often seems to be the case. The word heartless comes to mind and those who have been caught in the SUSI trap will readily concur. The problem stems from taking this service from local VECs and Council Offices and placing it behind a barrier of closed doors, a series of mantras, a culture of not caring and calling it SUSI. According to a report in the Irish Examiner last week, Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) took over the system for all new applications in 2012 as part of City of Dublin VEC, now City of Dublin Education and Training Board (CDETB). However, students experienced long delays getting their grants, with many forced to wait until early 2013. The C& AG said that certain elements were poorly planned, with no proper benchmarking of the likely volume of business or work required.The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform sanctioned establishing a grant-awarding body on condition that staff be redeployed from elsewhere in the public service, but the process started in late 2011 and took much longer than expected. “Staffing was 60 below the level planned in February 2012,” the report noted. By summer 2012, only 13 of the 36 positions expected from the process were filled, and it took 17 months for the full level of redeployment to happen. No wonder there was chaos, no wonder there was hardship, worried parents and

Kilrush speed ramps to be of uniform design for Dungarvan By Christy Parker NEW traffic calming ramps across Dungarvan will be of a uniform deign and bring consistency to the town’s streets and estates, according to Waterford Council Senior Executive Engineer Pat McCarthy. The issue has largely revolved around the Kilrush area during regular and sometimes divisive discussions at the monthly Municipal District meetings. April’s sitting heard Cllr. John Pratt return to the fray, asking if it was possible that ramps could be left absent from the Kilrush vicinity once what Cllr James Tobin liked to label the three “Beecher’s Brooke” fixtures, installed on the R672 in 2012, were removed. Mr. McCarthy said the contractors would replace the ramps subject to council approval shortly. He said three ramps were being replaced and two more added and that they were of a new design intended for general deployment in the town. There was currently a short

delay in proceedings to facilitate a third party, he added. “I hope they don’t come back to haunt us and that we aren’t back here discussing this again,” replied Cllr Pratt. The engineer said most Kilrush residents were happy to have ramps and that the new design would be effective but “not as severe” as the present ones. He further revealed that a pedestrian crossing would be installed also. An audit would be conducted afterwards to ensure design standards were met. Cllr Pat Nugent advocated installing just one or two ramps and monitoring the situation for a month before deciding whether or not to instate the remainder. Mr. McCarthy responded that were three ramps in Kilrush on the approach to Dungarvan and most residents would be appreciative of their benefit to drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. He acknowledged that designs were not previously uniform but this would now change.

tearful, hungry students, bunking in wherever they could until money came through. If there had been enough testing of the process, the C&AG report says, other approaches might have been identified, including deferral of SUSI’s launch for a year. Instead, it went ahead but only opened to applicants on June 11th, 2012, three months later than first envisaged. Core services of managing applicant’s documents and handling calls – two elements that came in for most criticism – were outsourced to private firm Abtran in late 2011.The 320,000 calls it received from June 2012 to March 2013 was more than twice the expected number, and almost three times the expected 25,000 emails were received. The C&AG report reveals that despite Abtran beginning work for SUSI in January 2012, a contract was not signed until February 2013, contrary to public procurement procedures. Ask a goodly number of students and their families what their experience of SUSI is and they will probably tell you that it is a litany of failure and abuses and another example of how contractors – sometimes from god-knows-where – can project a heartless image and a don’t care attitude. Just one more example of failure in a fruitless campaign to save money at the expense of the people.

A licence to talk IT looks as if it will be all good news from here to the General Election as the Cabinet attempt to curry favour with an electorate they have largely leant on to pay a national debt which should not have been foisted on us. Next up was to be the broadcasting charge which was to substitute for the Licence fee for TV and radio. Now, with programming being pulled in on a number of media, including the internet and a variety of receivers, the old charge is outmoded and difficult, if not legally impossible, to collect. So, instead of the TV Licence fee, we have the broadcasting charge to go with the water charge and the property tax. It is interesting that when visitors from abroad hear that we have to licence TV sets, or a range of receivers – even aerials – they consider it hilarious. The licence fee was to help finance the state broadcaster, which it does, and also to maintain high standards in broadcasting which often, it does not. RTE gets the lion’s share of this revenue, but some of their programming leaves a great deal to be desired. According to a report in the Irish Independent this week, the so-called broadcast charge is seen as the inevitable replacement for

the television licence which is being rapidly overtaken by computer technology. The new charge was to be a blanket levy on all houses - while the current licence, which continues in place, is based on houses with televisions. Earlier this year Communications Minister Alex White conceded that the broadcast charge could not go ahead on top of local property tax and the controversial water charges. “Government is still committed to the principle of the broadcast charge. But more time will be needed to build better public support for the measure,” one source told the Irish Independent. Not another rush job then to take more money from people’s pockets. Time now to do away with the broadcasting charge and make it a levy on general taxation to which everyone has to contribute, whether through income, car tax or the VAT on a lollipop. However, rather than risk further unpopularity, the Government has postponed action on this until after the General Election. But who will return to the cabinet table next May? That is the question for which we will have to wait for an answer.

Mayor opens childcare consultation forum MAYOR of Waterford City & County Cllr. James Tobin opened the recent local consultation forum event “Planning and Delivering Early Childhood Care and Education Services for Children and Families – A Children’s Rights Approach” in City Hall Waterford. The report from the recent consultation with community & private childcare providers and practitioners, childminders, parents were presented at the event. The Mayor acknowledged the vital importance of supports and services for children and families and noted also the opportune timing of the report to feed into the national public consultation currently being led by Dr. James Reilly Minister for Children & Youth Affairs and the Inter Departmental Group (IDG) established by the Minister to review future investment in early years and school age care & education. Submissions to the public consultation can be made at the following link up until Friday 1st May (sector) and Monday, 4th May ( p a r e n t s / g u a r d i a n ) http://dcya.gov.ie/viewdoc.asp?DocID=3428. At the local forum event, a panel of national speakers including Noirin Hayes,Visiting Professor Trinity College; Catherine Hynes, Principal Officer, Department of Education and Science & Early Years Education Policy Unit; Dr. Margaret Rogers Director Better Start National Early Years Quality Support Service and Deputy Ciara Conway TD Vice Chairperson, Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health & Children responded to the main findings from the consultation. The main areas identified from the consultation were Governance Management and Finance, Quality, Continuing Professional Development & Professional Status, Affordability, Accessibility & Equity, Rights of the Child, Protection, and Welfare & Prevention. Professor Noirin Hayes highlighted the need for a greater focus and more resources to promote and support the interactions between the adult and the child in the early years setting which is key to providing quality experiences for children on a daily basis. Profession Hayes also noted the pivotal role of the Childcare Committee in supporting and

co-ordinating services locally and drew attention to the fact that in the most recent 2015 Report Card (http://www.childrensrights.ie/content/report-card-2015), Ireland has dropped a grade from C to D in the area of early year’s education. Dr. Margaret Rogers stressed the need for data collection to help with policy and planning and the need for “progressive investment” for sustainable childcare. Catherine Hynes referred to the Discussion Paper on the colocation of early year’s services in primary schools and the need for policy to be developed in this area. Catherine also noted the importance of the Aister/Síolta Practice Guide and the importance of this resource in promoting and supporting quality in early year’s settings. The Practice Guide can be found at the following link and is a useful resource for services, practitioners, parents, tutors & students http://www.ncca.ie/en/Practice-Guide. Deputy Ciara Conway acknowledged the value and importance of the work undertaken on a daily basis with children and families within early year’s settings and the personal and societal dividends of the work. Deputy Conway acknowledged also the importance of the consultation process and findings from the report and the onus on public representatives, like herself, to bring the issues to the Government where satisfactory resolutions must be found. Rose Murphy CEO Waterford Childcare Committee also participated in the panel discussion offering a local perspective - she acknowledged the strength of the consultation process in bringing about a collective voice and identifying common ground for the sector in Waterford at a very opportune time, drawing attention also to the “top heavy” structures that are in place and the need for a “bottom up” approach putting much more resources in at ground level where the most important work happens on a daily basis in the interactions between adults and children. The event was expertly chaired by Elaine Barron Fitzgerald and the closing address by Derek O’Byrne both members of the Board of Directors Waterford Childcare Committee.

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† JIM HICKEY Lackendarra, Ballinamult The wife and family of the late Jim Hickey who died on 30th April, 2014, wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us at the time of Jim’s death. We thank those who sent Mass cards, other messages of condolences and floral tributes; those who called to the house; those who attended the removal, Mass and Crematorium; those who travelled long distances to be with us. A special word of thanks to the staff of the Bon Secours Hospital and Marymount Hospice, Cork. To Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., for his support throughout; to Drohan Funeral Directors and the staff of the Island Crematorium, Cork, for all their wonderful care and professionalism. Special thanks to Brian Gleeson for his much appreciated eulogy honouring Jim’s life; to Colm and Breeda Bannon for the wonderful Choir put together at such short notice; to Dina Walsh for music and to the members of the Cork and Waterford Point-to-Point horse racing community who took part in a guard of honour. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of all. First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated for Jim in St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, 1st May.

O C Planning Permission WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Liam Cunningham, intend to apply for permission for upgrade of septic tank system and percolation area serving existing dwelling house with new wastewater treatment system and polishing filter to ensure compliance with the EPA Code of Practice 2009 standards and all ancillary works at Garrison, Ballyduff Upper, 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. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Permission is sought to demolish existing extension to dwelling and replace with dormer extension with ridge level above existing, construct new window to existing dwelling, upgrade existing wastewater treatment system and ancillary works at Monameean, Old Parish, Co. Waterford – Kathleen Dobbyn. The 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 and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Geraldine Power, intend to apply for planning permission for a dairy, milking parlour, holding yard, slatted tank, extension to existing shed and associated site works at Kilbarrymeaden, Kill, 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.

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THE DISTRICT COURT (AN CHUIRT DUICHE) District Court Area of Youghal District No. 21 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR A CERTIFICATE UNDER SECTION 15 OF THE GAMING AND LOTTERIES ACT, 1956 APPLICANT: RUSSELL PERKS TAKE notice that the above named applicant of TOWER FUN FAIR, Ardmore, in the County of Waterford, will apply to the District Court sitting at The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal in the County of Cork on the 15th day of May, 2015, at 10.30 a.m., for a Certificate under Section 15 of the Gaming and Lotteries Act, 1956, authorising the issue of a licence permitting gaming at an amusement hall or funfair, namely TOWER FUN FAIR, situate at Ardmore Village in the County of Waterford, in said Court area and district. The number and kind of games proposed to be carried on are as follows: Thirty Gaming Machines. AND further take notice that the Applicant will rely on the following matter in support of the application: 1. The Applicant is not disqualified by Section 8 of the said Act from the promotion of gaming under Section 6 or Section 7 thereof. 2. The other forms of amusement to be provided are as follows: Twenty Video Machines, Five Pool Tables, Two Pin Tables, Five Kiddy Rides, Bingo, One Dodgems, One Waltzer, One Twist, One Kentucky Derby. Dated this 15th day of April, 2015. Signed: E. A. Ryan & Co., Solicitors for Applicant, Dungarvan, County Waterford. TO: 1. County Secretary, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan in the County of Waterford, being the Local Authority. 2. County Fire Officer, Waterford City and County Council, Fire Service Headquarters, Kilrush, Dungarvan, County Waterford, being the Fire Authority. 3. Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Midleton in the County of Cork. 4. District Court Clerk, District Court Office, Youghal in the County of Cork.

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THE DISTRICT COURT (AN CHUIRT DUICHE) District Court Area of Youghal District No. 21 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR A CERTIFICATE UNDER SECTION 15 OF THE GAMING AND LOTTERIES ACT, 1956 APPLICANT: PHILIP TIVY TAKE notice that the above named applicant of PERKS FUN FAIR, Seafield Business Centre, Seafield, Youghal in the County of Cork, will apply to the District Court sitting at The Mall Arts Centre, Youghal in the County of Cork on the 15th day of May, 2015, at 10.30 a.m., for a Certificate under Section 15 of the Gaming and Lotteries Act, 1956, authorising the issue of a licence permitting gaming at an amusement hall or funfair, namely PERKS FUN FAIR, situate at Seafield Business Centre, Seafield, Youghal in the County of Cork, in said Court area and district. The number and kind of games proposed to be carried on are as follows: Thirty Franco, Forty Pokers, Sixty-five IGT, Fifteen Coin Pushers, 10 Amatic. AND further take notice that the Applicant will rely on the following matter in support of the application: 1. The Applicant is not disqualified by Section 8 of the said Act from the promotion of gaming under Section 6 or Section 7 thereof. 2. The other forms of amusement to be provided are as follows: Tenpin Bowling, Adventure Play Area, Megazone Lazer Arena, Ghost Train Ride, Six Kiddies Rides, Fifty Videos, Four Pool Tables, Remote Control Cars, Remote Control Trucks, Remote Control Boats, Seven Driving Tests, Four Electronic Guns, Five Games of Skill, Three Tests of Strength, Six Pintables, Derby Racer, Air Hockey, Basketball, Six Snooker Tables, Tea Cup Ride, Fast Food Restaurant, Coffee Dock and Ice Cream Parlour, Dance Machine, Crazy Mirrors, Crazy Kick Soccer, Portrait Studio, Aqua Blaster, Carousel, Water Bumpers, Safari Train, Foam Ball Arena, Paintball Arena. Dated this 13th day of April, 2015. Signed: E. A. Ryan & Co., Solicitors for Applicant, Dungarvan, County Waterford. TO: 1. Ms. Helen Mulcahy, Clerical Officer, Cork County Council, Youghal Municipal District at Mall House, Youghal, in the County of Cork, being the Local Authority. 2. County Fire Officer, Cork County Council, at Westpoint Business Campus, Link Road, Ballincollig, Cork, being the Fire Authority. 3. Superintendent, Garda Siochana, Midleton in the County of Cork. 4. District Court Clerk, District Court Office, Quay Lane, Youghal in the County of Cork.

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BURKE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Albert Burke, late of Monea, Ardmore, who died on 28th April, 2012. Softly in the morning, You heard a gentle call, You took the hand God offered you, And quietly left us all. As each day dawns we think of you, As each night falls we pray for you, And throughout our lives no matter where, In our hearts you are always there.

–Always loved and remembered by his mother Peggy; sisters and brothers and all the family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore, on Tuesday, 28th April, at 10.00 a.m. ENRIGHT (49th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Enright, late of Coolagh Road, Abbeyside, who died on 21st April, 1966. R.I.P. Masses offered. Happy memories keep forever, Of days when we were all together, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today.

FOLEY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of a loving husband and dear father Billy Foley, late of Knockaun, Grange, who died died on 22nd April, 2013. R.I.P. A loving husband and father, Each one of us thought the world of you, For us you always did your best, God grant your soul eternal rest. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands at rest, It broke our hearts to see you go, God only takes the best. We miss your smile, your joking ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. Your life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for others’ needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories left behind.

–Always in our thoughts, your wife Kathleen; daughter Mary; sons Michael, Eamonn, Liam, Thomas and their families.

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ABBEY BRIDGE CLUB (14/4/2015) – 1st Kate McNamara & Walter Murphy; 2nd Kay Shanley & Mary Mitchell; 3rd Anne Power & Joan Mansfield; 4th Rita Harnedy & Angela Freyne; 5th Cait Christopher & Margaret Foley. CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (15/4/2015) – 1st Ella Whelan & Aida O’Neill; 2nd Walter Murphy & Mary Dee; 3rd Kay Shanley & Eileen O’Donoghue; 4th Mary Mitchell & Sean de Paor; 5th Betty Prendergast & Mary O’Brien. DEISE BRIDGE CLUB (20/4/2015) – 1st Kathleen Phelan & Michael Kirwan; 2nd Maureen Power & Mary O'Brien; 3rd Kay Kirwan & Brian O'Brien; 4th Doreen Keane & Ann Power.

The person who doesn’t advertise knows what they’re doing – but no one else does! Call … 058-41205/42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie

LOMBARD (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Eamon Lombard, late of Ballyheeney, Clashmore, whose 8th Anniversary occurs on 24th April. You gave us years of happiness, Then sorrow came with tears, You left us loads of memories, We will treasure through the years. Although we smile, And make no fuss, You’re deeply missed, By all of us.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 17th May, in St. Cronin’s Church, Clashmore, at 11.00 a.m. –Lovingly remembered by your wife Berry and family, XXX.

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QUINN (2nd and 6th anniversaries) – In loving memory of David Quinn, who died on 20th April, 2012, and his wife Triona, who died on 3rd February, 2009. We believe you are both together now, We have such lovely memories left behind, And with every day that passes by, Another fond memory comes to mind. And memories are possessions, That time can never destroy, For it is in happy remembrance, The heart finds its greatest joy.

–Always loved and never forgotten, Michael, Ann Margo and families, XXX. Anniversary Mass for David and Triona will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 26th April, at 10.00 a.m.

SULLIVAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jimmy Sullivan, late of Ballybrack, Kilmacthomas, who died on 25th April, 2006. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 26th April, in Newtown Church, Kilmacthomas, at 11.30 a.m. Our hearts are full of memories, With pride we speak your name, Though life goes on without you, It will never be the same. Those special days will not return, When we were all together, But love and memories, Will walk with us forever.

–Always remembered by your loving wife Eileen.

MOLONEY (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather John Moloney, late of Ballinamona, Ardmore, who died on 26th April, 2000. R.I.P. You have your memories people say, They keep you going day by day, But no one knows or understands, How can you touch a memory’s hand. Or how can you kiss a memory’s face, How can a memory be embraced, We miss you day by day, We love you more than words can say. Love is a smile, A tear, a touch, Love is a little word, That means so much.

RHEINISCH (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Capt. Patrick Julian Rheinisch, late of Dublin and Dungarvan, who died on 23rd April, 2011. R.I.P. It does not take a special day, For us to think of you, Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up for you.

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DUNGARVAN BRIDGE CLUB (16/4/2015) – 1st Justin Spratt & Colin Carthy; 2nd Helen Russell & Maureen Power; 3rd John and Joan Mansfeild; 4th Michael Kirwan & Miora Ormond.

–Eamon, James, Frank, Mary, Eileen and their families.

Birthday Remembrance

–Remembered by his family, sons Donal, Eamon, Killian and Pat; daughters Ann, Helen and Mary; sons-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 25th April, at 7.30 p.m., in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

–Sadly missed by his wife Mary, son, daughters and their families.

The Samaritans

––––––––––––––– Dad, you were a special person, Who stood out in a crowd, You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, a time to care, Love you Dad and always will.

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KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (15/4/2015) – 1st Claire Shanahan & Nan Murphy; 2nd Bertha O'Connor & Breda O'Sullivan; 3rd Ann Murphy & Catherine M. Power; 4th Claire Cummins & Mary Prendergast; 5th David Kelly & Elayne Kirwan. HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (16/4/2015) – 1st Mai Mernin & Laboure Cliffe; 2nd Cait Christopher & June James; 3rd Teresa Queally & Kitty Power; 4th Pat Murray & Breda Cleary; 5th Lola Holmes & Maeve Fitzgerald.

Telephone: (058) 41205 / 42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie

† Drohan Monumentals † Headstones in Marble, Granite & Limestone Inscriptions Cut Existing Stones Cleaned & Restored Graves Chipped Tel. (058) 43211. Mobile: (087) 2540295. www.drohanfuneraldirectors.ie

DAVID KIELY MONUMENTAL WORKS KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Showroom at Kiladangan (near Radley’s Engineering Ltd.) over ONE HUNDRED headstones on display Telephone: (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663. Fax: (058) 48712. www.davidkielymonumentals.com

HEADSTONES IN LIMESTONE, MARBLE, POLISHED GRANITE We restore existing headstones, kerbs, graves, chipped, inscriptions, etc. FULL RANGE OF COMPUTER OPTIONS + DESIGNS MAHER – 30th Birthday remembrance of Michelle Maher, late of Knocknamaulee, Colligan, whose 30th birthday occurs on 24th April. No birthday cards to put on show, No candles on a cake to blow, Your special day we cannot share, Our gift to you must be a prayer. Let the stars be your candles Michelle, And keep them burning bright, So that when we look up to the sky, We know that you’re alright. So today on your 30th birthday Michelle, We would like to send, A great big happy birthday wish, Just to tell you that we thought the world of you, And miss you every day.

–Loved always, Mam, Dad, Una, Paudie, Sinead and nephews Cormac and Ben.

Distance no problem to us – Member of Guild of Master Craftsmen Ring for appointment: Open Saturday and Sunday

James Kiely & Sons Prop. DAVID KIELY David & Margaret, ‘Garrán Mhuire,’ Kiladangan (058) 42200 / (086) 2525663 (Est. 1919) Irish Association of Funeral Directors

Funeral Home Embalming & Cremations Arranged We attend to all the details: Church & Cemetery

Floral & Artificial Wreaths Supplied Obituary Notices

SHANDON STREET & KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Phone: David (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663 Fax (058) 48712. www.kielyfunerals.ie

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

ROUND BALES OF SILAGE AND OATEN STRAW FOR SALE – Delivered if required. Kieran Hallahan, Bewley, Cappoquin. Tel. (087) 2549759. (24-4)

Deadline for all adverts is 10.00 a.m. each Tuesday

MAGNUM FODDER BEET FOR SALE – Freshly pulled. West Waterford. Tel. (087) 9252554.

Telephone: (058) 41205 / 42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.com MUNSTER TRUCK, TRAILER AND BUS SERVICES – Tachograph Calibration and Installation • Speed Limiter Installation and Repair • DOE Preparation • Servicing • Sand Blasting • Spray Painting • Contact: Gerard on 058-68855 or 087-2884113 • www.truckrepairs.ie • info@truckrepairs.ie • Garryduff, Colligan, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. (ind.)

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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. (1-5)

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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

LOW COST 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.) COMPUTER SERVICES – Laptop – PC Repairs, Screen Replacement, Virus – Spyware Removal, Pop-up Removal, Data Recovery, Network Installation, Speeding up your PC, Server Set-up (Linux, WIN), Secondhand PC / Laptop, Trade-ins, IT Service contracts for Businesses and Schools. Call: Thomas or Brian (086) 8606709 / info@technoelectronic.com / www.technoelectronic.com (15-5)

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Carpentry & Construction

MARK BURKE CARPENTRY AND CONSTRUCTION – Highest standards, best price guaranteed. Available for maintenance, renovation and new builds. No job too big or small. Free quotations. Call 086 318 0612 or find us on Facebook https://m.facebook.com/pro file.php?id=141422531549 5691. (1-5)

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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

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

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Tarmacadam

TARMACADAM & TAR & CHIPPINGS – Drainage and Kerbing. Michael Fennell, Stradbally, (086) 8342233 / (051) 293943. (29-5)

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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. (1-5)

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Stonework

STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening. Fountains, Paving, Construction Works. Pictures and references available. Fully qualified. Polish professionals. Mobile: (087) 7916261 (text preferred). Email: mlstonework@yahoo.ie / www.facebook.com/mlston ework (24-4)

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Decorating Service

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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Agri Sale

GALVANISED GATES – Barriers, Cubicles, Cattle Crush Panels, Cow Mats. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry / www.ryanbrothers.ie / Laurence (087) 7994737. (6-15)

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Cleaning Services

COMPLEX CLEANING SERVICES / SHINY HOUSE – Carpet Cleaning, Office Cleaning, General House Cleaning, Car Interior Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Gardening Cleaning, Trees and Shrubs Cutting, Walls and Patio Cleaning, Ironing. Contact: Dorothy (087) 6854522 or dorinaa84@gmail.com (24-4)

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Domesitc Appliances

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE REPAIRS – To all makes and models. Certified Appliance Repairer. Contact: Mark Burke, South East Appliance Repair, (086) 3180612. Find us on Facebook. (8-5)

For Sale

STANDARD CONTAINER FOR SALE – 20 ft. x 8 ft. Ballinamult area. Contact: Richard on (086) 8239944. (15-5)

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

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www.crews.ie www.crews.ie Dinner Wed-Sat from 5.30 Lunch Fri-Sat from 12-3 Open Sunday from 12.30-9pm A la Carte menu now available Set Price Menus still available for Groups from 2-4 courses For Enquiries & Reservations contact (058) 23422 or info@crews.ie (25-4)

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Childminder Available

EXPERIENCED FULLY QUALIFIED CHILDCARE WORKER – FETAC Level 6. First Aid Course. Garda Vetted. Mum of two. Available for childminding. Full clean driving licence. References available on request. Tel. Karolina at (087) 2282146. (24-4) KIND, RELIABLE LADY AVAILABLE / LOCAL AREA – Monday to Friday. To mind child in my own home. Mother, non-smoker, full clean driving licence. References available. Please contact: (087) 6670648. (24-4)

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Charity / Donations

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. (15-5)

DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.) HEREFORD, ANGUS AND CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR SALE – Suitable for Cows or Heifers. Delivered. Tel. (087) 6176746. (1-5)

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) LISMORE – Beautiful scenic area, 2 miles from Lismore town. All new 1 Bedroom Apartment. Fully furnished. €375 per month plus Gas and Electric. Tel. (058) 53447. (24-4) 2 BED APARTMENT FOR RENT – Fully furnished. Within 2 miles of Kilmacthomas N.S. Longterm. Phone: (087) 6742060. (1-5)

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HALF ACRE SITE WITH FULL PLANNING PERMISSION – Elevated scenic site. Stradbally area. To exchange for small house in Abbeyside / Dungarvan, with cash adjustment as required. Principals only. Box No. 5502. (8-5)

Novena

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

Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all. Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers; further they do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccurracy in the printing of any advertisement. They reserve the right to refuse or alter any advertisement, no matter by whom or where accepted for publication; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisements previously published. Advertisements paid or otherwise are therefore accepted only subject to the above conditions. The advertiser undertakes to indemnify the proprietors against all liability for any civil action arising out of publication of the advertisement. (ind.)

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

NEWS

FESTIVAL OF FOOD

Johnny Brunnock and Dara Dever, both from Go Dungarvan, pictured at the Moorings Bar and Restaurant, Dungarvan during the Three Course Wheel restaurant trail as part of the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography] Phil and Rachel Traynor from Dungarvan pictured during the Go Dungarvan Three Course Wheel event. [David Clynch Photography]

Dymphna and Sam Traynor from Dungarvan pictured during the Go Dungarvan Three Course Wheel restaurant trail. [David Clynch Photography]

Aoife Coughlan from Dungarvan at the 'Be a Pizza Chef' event at Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan, County Waterford during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Dara Dever from Go Dungarvan pictured with Orla Harren from Clare at the Moorings Bar and Restaurant, Dungarvan for the Go Dungarvan Three Course Wheel during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

John Noonan from Flahavan's and Karen Fennell pictured at the Flahavan's Breakfast Brunch at the Tannery Cookery School during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Chloe O'Dea from Cork pictured at Historic Fun at Dungarvan Castle for the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Thomas Broderick from Dungarvan pictured at the AgriAware Mobile Farm at Dungarvan Castle for the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Bill Corbett from Kilrossanty tastes the pizza he made at the 'Be a Pizza Chef' event at Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan for the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Laura and Louise O'Neill from Abbeyside at Historic Fun at Dungarvan Castle during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Gillian and Emily Lenihan pictured at the Charity Vintage Tea Rooms in St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

-Tom Hendron and Sophia Kenny from An Rinn pictured at Cork Circus in Dungarvan Library during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Sarah and Hannah Daly from Dungarvan pictured at the Moorings Bar and Restaurant, Dungarvan for the Three Course Wheel during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Niamh Dalton from Kilgobinet with the pizza she made at the 'Be a Pizza Chef' event at Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan for the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

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WEST WATERFORD FESTIVAL OF FOOD

Chefs Rory O'Connell and his sister Darina Allen of Ballymaloe Cookery School in conversation with Paul Flynn of the Tannery Restaurant during 'Food Stories: A Family Insight' at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

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Volunteers Annmarie Coughlan from Cappoquin and Anne O'Mahony from Ballinroad pictured at 'Food Stories: From Farm to Shelf' at Dungarvan Sailing Club during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Cliona O'Keeffe from Clashmore pictured with Leslie Williams from the Irish Examiner and Ernie Whalley from The Sunday Times at the Flahavan's Breakfast Brunch at the Tannery Cookery School during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Shane and Sarah Murphy from Ardmore pictured at Cork Circus in Dungarvan Library during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Ciaran O Gealbhain from the Department of Folklore and Ethnology, UCC at the Tionol na nDeise, Bainnlann Chuil na nGabhar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Joe McNamee from the Irish Examiner, Carmel Horan from Dungarvan and Maggie Landers Van Der Meer from the UK at the Flahavan's Breakfast Brunch at the Tannery Cookery School during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Hook & Crookes performing at Seafood Saturday on Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 8th Annual West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography] Aoife Carrigy, Shay Harty from Harty Oysters, Jim Garvey of Garvey's Group and Quinlan Steele of Mileens Cheese pictured at 'Food Stories: From Farm to Shelf' at Dungarvan Sailing Club. [David Clynch Photography]

Chloe Drummy Sandford from Dungarvan pictured at Seafood Saturday on Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 8th Annual West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Anne Sullivan from Enviroment Department, Waterford County Council pictured at the Local Enterprise Office Marquee in Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. Enda, Caroline and Sinead Donnelly from Abbeyside at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Poilin Ni Mhaille, Tanya Ni Dhuill and Ciarrai Ni Choirc, all from An Rinn, pictured at the Tionól na nDéise in Bainnlann Chuil na nGabhar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

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Trevor Power and Sandra Mulcahy from Early Bird pictured at the Enterprising Food Market at the Marquee on Grattan Square, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Annmarie, Ella and Niall Daly from Dungarvan pictured at Dungarvan Library for the Cork Circus performance during the West [David Clynch Photography] Waterford Festival of Food.

Grace Hodge from Ballinroad enjoying the Farmers and Country Market at Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford [David Clynch Photography] Festival of Food.

Ria and Tom Jones from Sea of Vitality pictured at the Enterprising Food Market at The Marquee, Grattan Square.

Wildside Catering stall at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Becky and Tanya Lawrence from Ballinroad pictured at the Tionól na nDéise at Bainnlann Chúil na nGabhar, Dungarvan.

Maire Flynn from the Tannery Restaurant and Cookery School pictured with Mary Flahavan from Festival sponsor Flahavan's at the Flahavan's Breakfast Brunch at the Tannery Cookery School during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Maire Seo Breathnach, Irish Officer pictured with guest speaker Ciaran O Gealbhain from UCC at the Tionol na nDeise, Bainnlann Chuil na nGabhar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

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Mary McGrath from McGrath's Homemade Jam and Aurelia Hassett from Tastefully Yours pictured at the Enterprising Food Market at The Marquee, Grattan Square. [David Clynch Photography]

Daniel Zacharewcz from the Tannery serving up hot porridge at the Flahavan's Breakfast Brunch at the Tannery Cookery School during [David Clynch Photography] the West Waterford Festival of Food.

COUNTY NEWS

Rebecca O'Neill from Baldwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ice Cream setting up their stall at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Tiarna Quinn from Abbeyside, Dungarvan, County Waterford pictured at the Farmers and Country Market at the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Nicola Keane from Dungarvan and Carly Butler from Dublin at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Mary Connolly Lynch from Waterfall, County Cork and Amy Desmond from the Lough, Cork city pictured at the Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

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Anne Blair with her sons Duncan and Richard from Blair's Inn, Cloghroe, Cork pictured before their demonstration at 'Food Stories - The Emerging Generation' at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Michelle O'Donoghue from Melleray pictured with Grainne and Aoife O'Donnell from Cappoquin enjoying the food at the Farmers and Country Market at the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Chef Rob Karawczyk giving a demonstration with his father Frank, Charcuterie Master during 'Food Stories - The Emerging Generation' at the Town Hall Theatre. [David Clynch Photography]

Laoise and Ciara Cartwright from Dungarvan at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Lily, Faye and Aimee Higgins pictured with Hannah Daly, all from Abbeyside, at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Orla Costin from An Rinn pictured with Caoillin Costin from Dublin at the 'Food Stories: The Producers' discussion at the Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan.

Cathal Murphy from Abbeyside pictured at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food.

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Speakers Jamie Costin from An Rinn pictured with Liam Herlihy, Chairman of Glanbia Group and Stuart Steele from Silverhill Foods at the 'Food Stories: The Producers' discussion at the Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Ballysaggart

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.)

Interested in volunteering with Dungarvan Citizens Information

WE offer you: • a rewarding and worthwhile experience • the chance to learn new skills • induction, training and ongoing support We ask you to: • share your time and skills • attend training as required Contact Dungarvan CIC, Scanlon’s Yard, Friary St., Dungarvan. Tel. 0761 07 6550. Closing date 6/2/15.

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper, Cards Results 15-4-15- 1st Pat Noonan & Delia Cashell; 2nd Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrne, Bob & Mary Allen; 4/5 Hugh Collins & Mary Fennessey; Eddie Sheenan & Dan Howard Lucky Tables; Dinny Tobin & Stephan Cunningham; Eileen O’Callaghan & Maura Lindsey; John Conway & Sean Twomey. Raffle: Pat Kirby x2; John Conway, Ml Whelan x2; Bill Leddy, Dan Howard, Denny Tobin Sean Twomey x2.

BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LTD. TÚS EMPLOYMENT SCHEME Ballysaggart Community Development Company have been very fortunate to benefit from the Tús Community Work Placement Scheme for a fourth year. The Tús initiative is a community work placement scheme providing short-term employment for people on the live register and is managed by Waterford Leader Partnership Ltd. For the Department of Social Protection, who has overall responsibility for the scheme. The participants this year are John Lyons and P. J. Walsh who are participate: Keeping road margins clean and maintaining hedging and flower beds Maintaining church grounds and graveyard Upkeep of the Community Centre Litter control on the approaches to the village, leading to visible improvements around the Ballysaggart area. John and PJ take over these duties from the previ-

ous participants who were Mark Veale and John Hannon in 2012 and Elaine Burchill and John Lehane in 2013 and John Devine and Pamela Nixon in 2014, Helena Walsh is also at the end of her term as Tús participant. Her duties throughout the year included: ·Administrative Assistance ·Development of the Company ·Community Newsletter ·Photographic Recording of Community Works and Events ·Weekly Newspaper Notes ·Fundraising Flyers The Company wish to welcome the new participants and hope that their experiences are both productive and enjoyable. We also acknowledge the ongoing assistance and support from WLP Tús Supervisors Jonathan Heyburn, and Vincent Mernin who recently took over Jonathan’s position; they are invaluable to the success of the scheme in the area. Thank You. It is hoped that the scheme will continue to be a success in the years ahead. Quick Note: Even

New Participants John Lyons and PJ Walsh with Tús Supervisor Vincent Mernin and out-going participants John Devine and Pamela Nixon. [Helena Walsh] though Helena is finished on the scheme she will continue to submit notes to the papers on behalf of the community, all groups, organisations or individuals with news or announcements they wish to include can email to ballysaggartwaterford@gmail.com or contact Helena directly. SOCIAL DANCE Our first Social Dance took place in the Community Center last Friday night, April 17th. It was like a re run of the good old days in every

3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk in aid of Children's Hospital Crumlin - Main sponsor Lidl THE 3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk took place on Easter Monday in glorious sunshine. Over 300 adults and about 100 children took part in the 10k, 5k Run and 5k Walk. We would like to thank all our sponsors (too many to mention). A full list of sponsors is on Aglish Fun Run Facebook page. All our helpers on the day, Civil Defence, Stewards, kitchen and hall helpers, Conor and Jamie on traffic duty, David and James on the cameras, An Gardaí, Waterford County Council for repairing road, Councillor John Pratt and anyone else that helped out on the day. A special word of thanks to Brian who is always available when needed. A total of €5,039.00 was raised for Crumlin. Thanks to everybody that took part. Next year’s Fundraiser takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016.

Bobby Gardiner Celebration Concert THERE will be a special concert to celebrate the wonderful achievements of musician, Bobby Gardiner. He has been a major influence to a generation of accordion and melodeon players, many of whom will be participating in this concert in Ballyduff on Saturday, April 25th, at 8.00 p.m. Booking is advisable and enquiries can be made at 086/8208242.

Stepping it out at the Social Dance

sence of the word with waltzes, two steps and tangos, you name it we did it with our able musicians Joseph Nugent and Kevin Roche. Thank you lads ye were fantastic. We have to thank our friends from Melleray, Lismore, Youghal and Mitchelstown who came along and made our night a big success. We got a little bit carried away with ourselves and lost all since of time ending up with a three hour session instead of two, everyone was having such a good time it would have been a shame to stop. Thanks again to our local ladies and friends who brought home baking for our cuppa at the end of the night. A repeat of this night will be on Friday 15th of May, from 8:00 to 10:00 in the same venue so don't miss out. AN TAISCE ANNUAL LITTER PICK REMINDER The annual litter pick of the Ballysaggart area will take place on Saturday, April

25th with the group meeting at the Community Centre at 10:00 am. Bags and pickers have been supplied by An Taisce and Waterford City and County Council will also be providing assistance. All help with the litter pick will be greatly appreciated. This work will make Ballysaggart a beautiful area to live in and a place be proud of. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st and 2nd: Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey, Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Lucky Tables: Dave Fennessy and Sheila Lonergan, Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. Tickets: Stephen Cunningham x2, Helen Morrissey and Dan Howard. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations to Lisa Fitzgerald and Chris Boyle on the birth of your beautiful baby girl recently.

The Curraghmore Bluebell Festival IN association with SERT will take place in Curraghmore Estate, Portlaw on Sunday May 3rd. Gates will open at 11am for what promises to be a fun filled day out for all the family. Admission Adults €10, OAP/ Students €5 Under 12s free. Among the attractions on the day will be Vintage Teas on the Lawn where the Irish Historian Costumers will be in attendance in full regalia, Waterford Hunt on Parade, Model boats on Lake, Spinner with numerous prizes including a spin in Waterford’s Hot Air Balloon, Kiddies Activities, Carousel and amusements, Dog Show, Portlaws own

Birds of Prey, Tour of Curraghmore Gardens, Tour of the Shell House and Jaunting Car Rides. There will also be plenty of vintage cars and vehicles to view. Among the stalls in the Courtyard will be Pig on a Spit, Home made Icecreams, Smoked meats, Humans of the Deise, Thru ur eyes by Jamie, Portlaw Heritage Centre and numerous other artisan stalls. While all this is going on there will be musical entertainment all day long including John O’Shea DJ, Gerry Walsh, Noddy Jacob, The Carter Sisters, Ben Delaney and friends, Mulcahy/ Bible Irish Dancers and Mcgrath dancers and many more.

Sert (South East Radiotherapy Trust) is a voluntary organisation that aims to provide transport for cancer patients requiring radiotherapy as part of their treatment from their home

to the Radiotheraphy Centres in either Cork or Waterford free of charge and will use the monies raised to continue this work. The proceeds for the day

will be split between SERT 60% and Curraghmore Estate 40% after expenses. This is a fantastic cause and a great opportunity to see Curraghmore Estate first hand.

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Bonmahon

Des Hearns from Spain pictured with Domhnaill O Murchadha from An Rinn and Prionsias O Domhnaill from The Pike at the Tionól na nDéise at Bainnlann Chúil na nGabhar, Dungarvan. [David Clynch]

Ballymacarbry Community Notes Flower Power! Knockmahon National School’s winning entry in the mobile garden competition. NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON NS Congratulations to all our pupils who have won FIRST PRIZE at the West Waterford Festival of Food MIY/GIY [Make it yourself/grow it yourself] mobile garden competition. Since the beginning of the year all pupils have been busy growing for this year's festival. With help from their teachers, they designed, constructed and planted this special grow box under the watchful eye of Anne Sullivan of Go Green Project (WCCC), Glanbia's CountryLife Team and Paul Vart of GIY Dungarvan. Well done to all. Congratulations to Dara

O'Grady and Conor Hamersley who celebrated their birthdays recently. Thank you to all who are supporting us in the Bonmahon Community Lotto. HAMERSLEY ART New paintings have started to line up along the studio wall in preparation for an exhibition at the Cockleshell gallery in Duncannon, Co. Wexford this summer. I love the freedom of working from home but you can get a little isolated at times, you don't get much artistic feedback from the dog and even less from the cat. I recently had the opportunity to catch up with two wonderful creative ladies for

coffee, we bounced ideas around and I got great feedback. Claire Povey creates a wonderful range of oilcloth bags and Bernadette McCann is co-owner of TheWoolshop.ie, thanks for the pep talk girls. I am now ready to take on the world from the studio above my kitchen. More locally my "Working Hand" collection is on display in the Copper Coast Geopark, Bonmahon for another couple of weeks, pop in and have a look. NEWS FROM THE ART HAND We are very excited to welcome all the children back to the next term of Kids’ Art Classes this week. A big thank you to

Waterford Art Group who visited us for a Batik Workshop last week, some beautiful pieces of art were created and we had a fabulous day. Sean is currently assembling the mosaic for the project with Gaelscoil naDeise while Miranda is putting the finishing touches on the mosaic of Kilrossanty National School which will be unveiled soon. For details on our biweekly art club for adults find us on facebook or call 051 292919. BIRTHDAY WISHES All the best to Brian Fleming who is celebrating his birthday this week!

Claire Povey, Bernadette McCann, and Orlaith Hamersley, creative entrepreneurs from Co. Waterford pictured in Bonmahon.

YOGA LESSONS Yoga will continue, if we get enough participants, Monday, 27th April, 2015 6.30-7.30 p.m. in Ballymacarbry Community Centre. If you are interested please ring Dorothy Proctor on 087-9235494. MUSIC LESSONS For Tin Whistle, Banjo, Fiddle and Accordion with Niamh Fenton is now on in Ballymacarbry Community Centre every Saturday 3 pm, Price €5. Everybody is welcome.

JOIN OUR LOCAL 2.5 MILES WALK IN AID OF PIETA HOUSE Saturday, 9th May, 2015, 4:15 a.m. Starting point is here at Ballymacarbry Community Centre. All

participants are required to wear a high visibility vest and light. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Donations for Pieta House are very welcome and will be collected on the day. FORAGING IN THE NIRE VALLEY Saturday, 16th May, 2015 there will be a guided foraging in the Nire Valley. Places are limited. Ring Michael on 087-7539276 to book your place.

Abbeyside Scouts THE meeting opened as ever with the Scout prayer, and then moved on to a compass treasure trail set by Jonnie. The scouts are getting better at using compasses (this was the fourth compass exercise this Spring) so the work is starting to pay off. We discussed the Darkness into Light Annual Pieta House fundraiser walk this year (May 9th at 04.15 a.m. at St. Augustine's College).We hope to have a really good-sized group of Scouts from Abbeyside, Dungarvan and Cappoquin troops participating together. This is a Scouting Ireland supported event and Dungarvan has done particularly well in terms of numbers and media coverage in the past, so we want to make ourselves highly visible. We will have some ideas around that too! Even though children under 14 are free, that we would suggest a small payment from each Scout. We would bring all the Scouts to the Den the night before,

do hot chocolate and games, an appropriate movie (and maybe a few chips!) lights out at 12.00 midnight then away for the walk at 3.45 a.m. in the morning and present the funds to the Darkness into Light committee. Leaders would register as normal (€20 each) and that way we could raise €500+ for the campaign, as well as having a great night with a real social contribution. We might even get someone from Darkness into Light in the night before for a chat about the event and its purpose. Parents would have to collect/arrange lifts early the following morning but hopefully so many will be attending in their own right that that won't be a prob-

lem. Annual Camp numbers are going up but there is still a significant number who say they are going but have not yet put down a deposit. If you have not yet paid a deposit (if you did you should have a receipt) could we ask that you let us know for sure whether your child is going or not, as we have to pay for activities etc. long before travel. When the County Challenge is over at the end of April one of the next things we are thinking is another "Walk In" camp overnight or weekend, as we did last year at the Cunnigar, so look forward to news of that soon. Another venue at the side of the Blackwater is also being talked about. We finished with the prayer and next week is Uniform again as too few had full uniform this week. A long way before the event but a big hint, look at the group logo and do the sums, what age is the group going to be this year!

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A busy week at the Shed, with a production line started for the barrows!

Jimmy Breen and Geddy have no problem motivating the lads, and things are moving nicely in the workshop. The garden is looking radiant, with Ger and Nicky on the rakes and hoe's. On a sadder note, the whole membership of the Shed sends its condolences to stalwart Shed member Joe O'Reilly on the sudden death of his sister Mary in County Laois. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe.

The existing and new boundaries of the Copper Coast Geopark.

Kill John Foley applies stain to the barrows.

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. MEDIEVAL BANQUETDUNGARVAN 1215 Tickets are now on sale for the Medieval Banquet celebrating the 800 Anniversary of the Granting of the Town Charter by King John. The Banquet will take place At Crews Restaurant, Church St. on Saturday, 4th July at 7.30 p.m. Cocktail Attire Tickets €35 available at the Museum, Friary Street. Contact 058-45960. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP We would like to remind our members that the annual membership fee is now due for renewal. If you

Joe on the lathe.

are interested in becoming a member of the Museum, the annual subscription is €15. LOCAL HISTORY Three more significant dates relating to Dungarvan 1816 Dungarvan Bridge opened 1821 Presentation Convent erected in Church Street 1823 Augustinian Church begun in St. Augustine Street VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10-5 p.m. Admission is free. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST Week Ending 24th April Surname, First Name,

Age, Service No Rank, Service, Unit, Where Born, Death Category, Date of Death. Connell Thomas, 9487, L Cpl., Army, R.I.Reg. 1Bn, Waterford, Killed in Action, 4/24/15. Flynn John, 9208, Pr., Army, R.I.Reg. 1Bn, Tramore, Killed in Action, 4/24/15. Gorby Francis Reuben, 25, 8930 Pr., Army, R.I.Reg. 1Bn, Aglish, Villierstown, Killed in Action, 4/23/15. Walsh Edward, 25, 9692 Pr., Army, R.I.Reg. 1Bn, Waterford, Killed in Action, 4/24/15.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch THANK you so much for the generous sponsorship of local businesses for our upcoming run – we would not be able to hold this event every year without

your support! It’s only another couple of weeks to go. If you would like to participate, please watch this space for more details next week. Walkers start at 6.45

pm with the race starting at 7.30 pm. Anyone who would like to support the race as a steward, please contact Brian Nugent on 087 6128 451.

WELCOME TO THE COPPER COAST GEOPARK Following the public meeting in Kill Community centre last week, it now gives me great pleasure to report back that Kill Village is now part of the Copper Coast Geopark – congratulations to all involved! The meeting was well attended and certainly well informed after a presentation by Mr. John Galloway and Ms. Paula McCarthy from the Copper Coast Geopark. We heard about the beginnings of the Geopark concept, the worldwide network and how an opportunity arose to expand the Copper Coast Geopark to include Kill Village as well as an area around Dunhill. While the European and Global Geoparks Network awards areas of geological interest with the status of a Geopark, it certainly is not all about rocks and stones. Geological heritage is just one way of attracting visitors from near and far to our beautiful landscape and heritage, establishing a wide ranging profile is of tremendous benefit to all included in the specified area in terms of marketing, networking, mutual support and of course the opportunity to be a part of a large initiative highlighting what the Copper Coast has to offer. While it was made very clear that there is no input required of businesses or individuals, it also became quite clear that the more is put in, the greater the benefit. Volunteers for the Copper Coast Geopark are always most welcome. The visitor centre,

located in Bonmahon, is a great place to get more information while having a cup of tea or a snack but you can also visit the website www.coppercoastgeopark.com or find them on facebook. Congratulations to all involved! SPRING CLEAN UP CHANGE OF DATE! Please note we had to change the date for our annual An Taisce Spring Clean. We now meet on Sunday, 26th April from 10 a.m. in Kill Community Centre. Bags, litterpicks, gloves etc. will be provided. Looking forward to meeting many local residents during the day! For more information, please contact Michelle on 083 1737 051. A little bit of inspiration for us all: Young Caoimhe Spinks suggested herself and her mum fill a bag of rubbish whilst they took a walk on Annestown beach this week, well done Caoimhe! FIRST CONFESSION Well done to all the pupils of Kill NS who made their first confession on Friday last in preparation for their First Holy Communion in just a couple of weeks.Thank you to Miss Mooney for all the work during the year preparing the children for this big time in their life. Congratulations to all the children also on their beautifully sung hymns. Well done. SWAN LODGE CLASSIC AND VINTAGE CLUB VINTAGE FIELD DAY Note the date for your diary: Following on last year’s great success, our second Charity Field Day is taking place on Sunday, 10th May and has an even bigger programme in store

– there is something for everybody – from Pony Club Jumping Competitions, Threshing Demos, a Country Market, bouncy castles to great live music and BBQ and so much more. Don’t miss it! Watch this space for more details. 2015 SINGER / SONGWRITER FESTIVAL Another great weekend in Kill – well done to the festival directors Angela and

Anthony Mulcahy, all the fantastic artists and anyone else who helped to make this festival celebrating original music such a tremendous success! Watch this space for the full report next week. BIRTHDAY WISHES Very best wishes to Lisa Walsh and Orla O’Mahony who both celebrate their birthdays this week – have a great time, Ladies!

Litterpick Initiative by Caoimhe Spinks – you’re never too young to make a difference - well done!

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Stradbally PARISH DRAW RESULTS The results of the Parish Draw for week 4/5 are as follows: 1st prize €150 - Enda Martyn, Dublin. 5 x €25 went to Martin Fitzgerald, Seafield; Pat Organ, Carrigaready; Mary Crowley, N. T. Ballydwane; Emer Lucey, c/o Mary McKeown; James O’Rourke, Bonmahon. Promoter’s prize went to Peggy Walsh and Mary Aherne. 1st prize €150 - Eamon Flynn, Ballinabanogue South. 5 x €25 went to Fr. Connie Kelleher, Touraneena; Isobel Flynn, McGrath’s Cross; Jack and Rory O’Shea, Foxescastle; Jo Hickey, Carrigahilla; Carolann Wilkins, Carrigcastle. Promoter’s prize went to Brendan Troy. TIDY TOWNS NEWS The date for the Stradbally Tidy Towns Big Clean-Up for the village and the surrounding areas is Thursday, 7th May, 2015 at 7 p.m. The committee would like to invite all the local sports organisations to get involved and would welcome representatives from the local estates and householders within the judging areas. Please take a good look at your own area and see what needs doing. The Dungarvan and Bonmahon sides of the Five Crosses needs a clean-up as does the road to

Kilmacthomas. Everyone is welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult. All workers need to wear high viz vests and be visible on the roads. Safety is a priority. The Clean-Up will take place weather permitting. BARRON HALL NEWS The Barron Hall is available for bookings now, be it in the Main Hall or the smaller meeting room, kitchen facilities, disabled toilet and outdoor green area included. Contact booking officer Nicola at 087 716 0700. Currently, Whist Drives takes place each alternate Friday night at the Barron Hall. Contact any of the local card playing enthusiasts for more information. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS Stradbally completed their league campaign with a comprehensive victory over Red Star. Rob Finn, Kiko Casey and Ricky Power featured on the scoresheet. The Infirmary Cup action is next on the agenda. The U-11’s return to action versus Kilmacow on Saturday for the first round of the knock-out cup and they progressed with a fine 4-0 victory to the next round where they face Villa at home on Saturday at 10.30 a.m. Academy and Little Dribblers continues on Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. All children and their

parents welcome. Astro Turf is available to hire. Contact Tadgh for time slot availability at 087 230 6841. A limited amount of Club gear is still available in children’s sizes, ideal birthday presents. Contact Gerry at 087 224 5712. ACTIVE RETIREMENT "Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Group". The Group is responding well to the initiative to collect old and not so old photos, so that we may record same.Thanks to Brian Corry who visited our last Gathering with his scanning and viewing equipment, really brought the pictures to life.We will continue to record these photos. Remember "what one generation might want to forget, the next might want to remember". We are organising a trip to Killarney for early June, for four days. If you are interested in travelling or might like to find more information on the trip please contact Carrie Wilkins (Sec.,) 0892157439 or Ken Begley 087-6118938.Weather permitting we have a number of sites of Historic interest to visit, will fit in with present activities. Next Gathering on Monday, 27th in the Barron Hall, all welcome. WHIST Whist Drive will be held this Friday night, 25th April in Barron Hall, Stradbally.

Ballyduff Community Council Monthly Meeting APRIL monthly meeting of Ballyduff community council took place on Friday 17th last with a good attendance present. Chairman John Barry opened the meeting by thanking all involved in the recent tractor run injury fundraiser.The event was an outstanding success and we wish to thank all who organised, helped, and supported the event. It was good to see new members join the Community Council and no doubt they will bring new talents and support to our group. The Social and Festival Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday 29th, so please come along to help plan our summer agenda. The next event will be the family day BBQ and Duck Derby which will be held in Mocollop on Bank

Holiday Monday, June 1st. Community care will travel to a social evening in Knockraha on Friday next and welcome new members to join them. The community alert texting is now fully operational in the area and is providing supportive and informative to all who have joined. If you require further information or would like to be included please contact John Hogan. Tidy Towns are appealing for help with their Spring work and preparing for the Summer. If you have some spare time and can paint, plant or power-hose, please contact Marion Frewen or any Tidy Towns member. Well done to all, including the Foroige group who helped on the recent litter pick which was undertaken on a three mile radius on all approach roads.The amount of litter collected was sim-

ply shocking! During May, the History & Heritage club will hold two events. Firstly a talk on the life and times of Michael Collins, and also an evening “foraging” where a walk and talk will be given on edible and not so edible herbs and plants. Both events will be advertised locally. Our Parent and Toddler Group continue to meet on Friday mornings in the Carnegie Centre. For a simple fee of €2, this is a good way to get young parents and childminders out of the house and meet for a couple of hours. We wish the very best to our local drama group who take part in the All-Ireland finals in Athlone on May Bank holiday. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, May 21st, members will be notified of time and venue.

Micheal O Mairtin from Kilkenny with Padraig Seosamh O Mathuna and Una De Paor from An Sean Phobal at the Tionól na nDéise at Bainnlann Chúil na nGabhar, O'Connell Street, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Tallow REMEMBERING WORLD WAR 1 In Tallow on Saturday, May the 9th a very special commemoration will take place, for the 23 young men from the locality who died during WW1. Their names will be called out during a performance of poetry and songs from that tragic time. Everyone who was at the first performance of this tribute during the Tostal festival last year, was moved by the very dramatic presentation of the events surroundings the deaths of so many young men. Brideview Drama proudly host this commemoration as part of the Gala Concert, which includes The Voices, a mixed choir from Killeagh, who will sing light classic songs under the direction of Mary Pedder Daly, and the Kiltha Tones, directed by Ursula O’Toma will sing a selection of popular light music – our own Con Ryan is a member of this choir. Both choirs have accomplished soloists among their members, but we have special guest soloists on the bill also, these include, Ellie Anne Mason, Liam Roche, Sinead O’Neill, Emily Ahern, Martina Cullinane, Sarah O’Mahony and our main man on the night Frank Ryan, who will give us a selection from his recent most successful concert tour. So be sure to leave Saturday May the 9th free, for this very special concert. Booking advisable at 058-56445 Admission €10.00; Concessions €8.00. Tallow Community Centre at 8.00 pm

CLG Tulach an Iarainn GAA SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO - SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 9, 14, 17, 24. No winner. Consolation prizes: Shane (Glenaglough), Joe Geary, Josh Geary, Cecelia Connell. Promoter: Gretta Power. Next draw: The Hotel April 27th. Jackpot: €3,200. SENIOR HURLING Due to the Waterford hurlers win in the League semi-final last weekend our championship game against Ballyduff has been deferred and will now be our last championship game. JUNIOR FOOTBALL We showed an improved performance from the previous game against Affane when our Junior footballers took on Shamrocks last Friday evening in Ballyduff. However, we still came up short in this keenly contested championship encounter. There was never much in it but Shamrocks were able to maintain a 2/3 point lead throughout. Half-time score saw Tallow 0-6; Shamrocks 1-5. Shamrocks had the first 3 points of the second half to put them in the drivers seat. They emerged winners by 1-11 to 0-10. We have not received any more football fixtures as of yet. Tallow team: J. P. Grey, Alan Curley, Eric Hickey, Jack Tobin, William Hogan,

Mark O’Brien, Kieran Fraser, Brian McCarthy, Kieran Geary, Donnchadh Mulcahy, Paul O’Brien, Michael Curley, William Curley, David O’Brien, Michael Curley. Subs: Stephen Pratt, Noel Condon, Stefan Tobin, Mikey Tobin, Ross Livingston, Dylan Mangan, Evan Sheehan, Kevin Henley. Scorers for Tallow: Michael Curley (3 pts.), Donnchadh Mulcahy (1 pt.), Kieran Geary (2 pts.), Stephen Pratt, Paul O’Brien, Kieran Fraser (1 pt.), William Curley (1 pt. F). COIS BHRÍDE U-16 FOOTBALL Our lads played Ballyduff in Tallow on Monday night. Our boys led at half time a goal and six to a point. But with a nasty injury to a Ballyduff player at the start of the second half the game was abandoned. We wish the player a speedy recovery.Training Thursday night at 7 15. Next match on Monday, 27th April, at 6.30 p.m. in Kilmacthomas. For the players who have not paid their membership, please bring it to training on Thursday night. U13 FOOTBALL Our U13 footballers had a great win against St. Olivers on a scoreline of 3-15 to 2-4. U12 HURLING The boys were in action against Lismore and they finished this game victorious on a scoreline of 3-6 to 1-5. The U9s 11s and 13s were also all playing last week so it was a busy one with our up and coming players, well done to all

involved!! LEAGUE FINAL A well fought contest last Sunday saw Waterford senior hurlers qualify for the League final against our neighbours Cork. This will be played Sunday May 3rd on Tipperary soil in Thurles. We all know the rivalry between these two teams in the past and I'm sure it will be no different in two weeks time, hopefully with the silverware coming this side of the border!!!! DEISE DRAW Money is now due for the next draw which will take place this Friday. We hope to continue our winning streak so get the money into Fada or any of the coordinators asap! WELL DONE SARAH We were delighted to hear the fantastic news that Sarah Tobin, representing Tallow Tóstal, was crowned Waterford rose on Friday night last in the Tower Hotel Waterford. We wish you all the best in Portlaoise!! NOEL McGRATH CLG Tulach an Iarainn would like to send best wishes and a speedy recovery to Tipperary forward Noel McGrath, who underwent surgery last Friday. We look forward to seeing him back on the field again soon. CÓBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Dympna Thomson (nee Cox), late of Waterford, who passed away recently. We also extend our deepest sympathy to family of Timothy (Tim) Doyle, Blarney. May they rest in peace.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Ardmore ARDMORE/GRANGE COMMUNITY ALERT MEETING HELD ON 16th APRIL, 2015 Garda Report: Garda Pat O’Shea was unable to attend the Meeting, but he reported that it had been relatively quiet in the Ardmore/Grange area on the crime front since our last meeting in February. A robbery had taken place in the Kinsalebeg area in February in which cigarettes had been stolen from a fuel station. He indicated that a Garda unmarked car was now patrolling the Ardmore/Grange area on a regular basis. Garda Community T h e Alert Meeting: Secretary reported that he had represented the Ardmore/Grange Community Alert at a meeting held in the Dungarvan Garda Station on 8th April. Garda Superintendent Michael Leacy chaired this meeting. The topics discussed were Road Traffic, Crime and Garda Presence. Superintendent Leacy said that Gardai are now stopping and searching vehicles of people selling items door to door. A group of these sales people were recently arrested in Limerick. He also said that the number of burglaries had decreased in the District. Garda cars are now deployed throughout the District. Any Other Business: A discussion took place on panic alarms, and in particular the fact that they rely on the operation of a landline. It was agreed that the use of G.S.M. units that can

operate without the landline should be investigated. Date of Next Meeting: The Chairman suggested that a meeting would only be arranged in the summer if deemed necessary. A Garda Permit is to be got for the Church Gate Collection which is due to take place in late August. The funds collected are used entirely to support the operation of the Ardmore / Grange Community Alert. ARDMORE ROAD RUNNERS Great to see such a wonderful turn-out last Wednesday night at Ardmore beach car park. The beginners group were out in force covering 2.5 miles walk/jog with only one pit stop. Improvers/Advanced covering over 4 miles. Beginners will meet every Wednesday night at 7.00 p.m. All other runners for the improvers/advanced group can meet on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7.00 p.m. at the beach car park. Any newcomers more than welcome. RTH LAST FRIDAY SESSION Just a reminder that the Round Tower Hotel Last Friday Monthly Session for April takes place this Friday, 24th April, from 10.00 p.m. All those that want to sing or play a tune, recite a poem or just sit back and relax are most welcome. GRANGE N.S. PARENT ASSOCIATION Plans are well underway for our major fundraiser, An Evening at the Dogs, which will take place in Youghal Greyhound Track on

Friday, 29th May. Confirmed details for the event are commentary from Brian Gleeson of RTÉ and Channel 4 and Oisin Langan from Newstalk. We will have entertainment from the renowned Wobbly Circus, face painting and lots lots more. 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. HALLA DEUGLÁN BAZAAR Mentioned this briefly a while back so just take this a little reminder. I know it’s only April, I know we are yet to experience the fullon 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.: 1st Brian and Willie Keane. 2nd Fr. Lucey and Billy Harty. Last game: Anne Baker and Michael Keane. Best of last 5: Teresa Corrie and Nicky Keating. ARDMORE GAA GOLF CLASSIC The Golf Classic committee are making final preparations for our upcoming fund-raising event being held at West Waterford Golf Club 15/16th May 2015. Super First Prize is Weekend at the Award Winning Magnificent 5 Star Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore (2 Nights B/B + Dinner for four) plus Runner Up Prizes to the Value of €2,000. So we are appealing to all members to get your clubs out and be ready to putt. Also contact all friends you know that maybe in aposition to play or give some sponsorship to the event. Great to see former club player Martin King booked in with his team. Anyone wishing to book in just call WWGC 058-43216 for tee time. SFC Ardmore are paired up against The Nire on Sunday, 26th 3:30 pm at the Fraher Field in our second championship fixture. UNDER-16 Ardmore travelled to Portlaw last night and while a win would secure their involvement in the c’ship both sides batted out a draw.

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Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach THE FIGHT FOR THE FLEADH As we go to press the battle to win the 2016 Munster Fleadh has reached the penultimate stage. This Wednesday night at a specially convened meeting of Munster Council of CCE a vote of delegates will make the final decision. Following months of preparation two venues Youghal and Listowel are trying to fill the gap which opened when Ennis were awarded Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. While many of us who attended all the Fleadhanna in the 1970s and 80s would love to return to that most traditional of venues, the attractiveness and potential innovation of Youghal, based on our Dungarvan experience of 2012 might swing the vote on this occasion. CÉAD MÍLE FÁILTE Following many months of planning, emails and phone calls we will welcome our French musical guests

this coming Friday evening, April 24th. Led by Steven Cashin, President of Ecole de Musique et la Danse de le Valee de Munster (Munster Valley Music School), the group consisting of ten students and two teachers will be in the area for 5 days. From Friday evening to Sunday they will be guests of our branch and the students will be staying in the homes of our members in Cúil na Sméar and neighbouring areas. The Munster Valley Music School is situated in Alsace near the French/German border and like our own Sliabh na Féile School of Traditional Arts it is managed by a voluntary committee. Like ourselves also it was set up 35 years ago. Following the official welcome in Cúil na Sméar at 6.30 pm on Friday there will be a musical interlude in the hall with a session by our members and some of our own teachers and pupils. Should our guests arrive on

time they will of course see the final classes of our busy Friday schedule. From 10.30 am Saturday until 3 pm we will have the workshops given by their teachers and ours with some shared recitals. We have made special arrangements for our guests to attend the tribute night to Bobby Gardiner which will commence at 8 pm in Ballyduff on Saturday. On Sunday evening our guests will host a barbeque and on Monday and Tuesday visits to places of interest and Cúil na Sméar school are scheduled. We encourage all our members to help make our guests welcome and please attend as many functions as possible. Final details will be available on Friday evening at the classes. DON'T FORGET Follow us on Facebook Comeraghs Comhaltas Branch or alternatively check out our Website www.comeraghs.com to keep up with all our news and activities.

Senior pairs HT Cmps 2015: Aisling O'Brien, Eimear O'Brien, Clara Roch-Perks, Kobee Fawkes.

West Waterford Branch of the Irish Pony Club CONGRATULATIONS to our fourteen members that competed at the national Irish Pony Club Hunter Trial Championships. On the back of wining two cups last year, we again brought home some silver. Congratulations to Clara Roch-Perks & Kobee Fawkes who won the senior pairs competition with Aisling O’Brien & Eimear O’Brien coming second. Molly O’Neill & Hanna Roch-Perks were third in the Junior Pairs competition and Robyn Creagh & Jack Creagh were fourth in the Novice intermediate competition. Also competing were Sean Flavin & Ciara Fives, Sarah Mulcahy

& Eabha Walsh, Karynn Collins & Ella Roch-Perks. This was a great start to the year. We had a beautiful day for the Easter Egg ride this year, a big thank you to Don & Michelle Hanrahan and the other local landowners for their hospitality. We split into different groups to accommodate the various levels and had a great day. The Egg hunt was rounded off with a drink and a big egg each so everyone was happy. There are some great pictures on facebook of this event. Our next event will be a fun day hosted by Dick and Marie Hennessy, Kilmountain Equestrian

Centre, Ballinascarta, Midleton on the 16th May. This will involve a variety of disciplines, flatwork & jumping, possibly a dog show, the details are being finalised at present. Summer Camp will again be held in fort William by kind permission of the Evans- Bevan family and there will be a variety of training sessions prior to this. Members will be notified via text. Any horse/pony enthusiasts with children who would be interested in joining please contact Catherine O’Brien the membership officer: 086 062 2628, or visit www.westwaterfordponyclub.org for further details.

Ardmore Tidy Towns SRUTHÁN LIGHTS ON Our sincere thanks to Waterford Council & Airticity for lighting up An Sruthán. Many locals have been requesting that this very popular walk way should be lit up and fair play to executive engineer, Josephine McGrath for granting the request and following it up. Our thanks too to Councillor Tom Cronin for his constant support for the project and also to Airtricity’s Declan Power who made it happen. The laying of the ducting on the inside bank was a difficult dig to put it mildly, through roots and walls etc and we would like to thank Kenny Murphy, Dan Carlton, Patrick Stilwell, Steve McInerney and Darragh Harty for their work on the project. Of course none of this would be possible without the major contribution of Mary Hennessy and Bernie Stilwell. GIVE US AN HOUR This is a new initiative aimed at improving each area of the village and involving all the local residents. We’ll assemble at 5 different locations at 7.30 on Tuesday evening – The Boat Cove, The Health Centre, The School, Upper College Road and The Petrol Station – and we’ll do a general clean up and sweep and see what needs to be done next week &and the week after. Bring your own tools, gloves and hi-viz and we’ll do just an hour.

BORD FÁILTE EASTERN MAP The new Ireland’s Ancient East initiative announced by Bord Fáilte during the week has caused much discussion & debate onset by premature conclusions. Our understanding is that the announcement was just notice of a draft plan prior to widespread public consultation.We had been aware that such a plan was being hatched since our day at the Tourism Towns Awards last October when Bord Fáilte put us on notice and at which we pitched for Ardmore’s inclusion. We are also aware that Aidan Quirke, who is a member of Waterford City & County Tourism Board, has being keeping a close eye on it too. Many towns & interest groups expressed surprise and concerns as they felt their particular patch had been overlooked but I don’t think (and I hope) Ardmore need worry as Tony Gallagher’s Blackwater Cruise is featured on the brochure sketch as is The Ardmore Pattern Festival. So they know we’re here! THE STOP FOOD WASTE CHALLENGE This course got off to a flying start last Thursday evening at The Round Tower Hotel and was appreciated by the large turnout and they continue this Thursday at 7.00 p.m.

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Lismore PARISH OF LISMORE AND BALLYSAGGART Fr. M.Cullinan, P.P. AS a Parish how are we doing in terms of vocations to the priesthood? When was the last ordination to the priesthood in the St. Carthage’s Church? We can be certain that vocations come from Catholic homes where Faith in valued, lived and promoted. Keep up the family prayer for vocations to the priesthood and religious life. God’s wise ways are not always our ways. I posed the question in the last edition of the paper as to the reasons we participate in Sunday Mass? For the answer we need to go back to Jesus Christ and how he meant us to keep in communion with him. At the last Supper at the close of the institution narrative he said ‘Do this in memory of me’. Fidelity to the ritual has marked the life of the church since the beginning. How we understand what precisely we are doing when participating in the Mass is at issue. Too many see themselves simply as spectators at an event much like those on the side line of the sporting event. That leaves only a limpid understanding of the word ‘participation.’ Fidelity to the Mass as Sacrifice we must see our very selves caught up in the sacrifice today. Jesus gave his body and blood as gift at the last supper, expression of unconditional love. Today we dedicate our lives to the Lord in direct response to the Word of God proclaimed. How do we dedicate our lives to the Lord expect through our dedication to the Body of Christ. That we come to Mass, that we actively engage in the dialogue, the listening the responding, the sacrifice of giving of our resources, our walking up to receive Holy Communion, our going out to live that truth in our homes, in our places of work, in our places of leisure. The heart of the Eucharist is Sacrifice. How do you understand the Mass

as Sacrifice? Mass Timetable:Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 25th April, Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 26th April, Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO Pastoral Council, Parish Radio Link 103.9FM. HAPPY HEART WEEKEND Lismore Community First Response in conjunction with the Irish Heart Foundation will be holding a Happy Heart awareness event on Sunday, 10th May from 11.30 am - 4 pm at Lismore Farmers Market, Castle Avenue, Lismore. - Free blood pressure checks - Could you save a life? Try your hand at 'hands only' CPR - Responders in action: First Aid demonstrations at 12 noon, 1, 2 and 3 pm. This is a free event - all are welcome. LISMORE TIDY TOWNS On Monday 13th April the lay-by at the Ballyanchor Road - across the road from the old Monastery building- was planted up with over two hundred perennials that will give colour through out the four seasons. Thanks to Alison Ardern Cosy Meadows Plant Nursery for her advice and help. It has been the aim of Lismore Tidy Towns over the past three years to take one area which would normally be planted up with Summer bedding plants and replant it with permanent planting for all year round interest. This approach will save money and reduce the towns carbon footprint in the process. The month of April is National Spring Clean Month the month when local communities carry out clean ups in their local areas. Our thanks to Lord Burlington and the heads of departments at Lismore Castle who did a litter pick up on Lismore Estate property in the environs of

Lismore town and collected twenty bags of litter.Thanks also to the residents of the Deerpark area of Lismore who recently carried out a clean up in their area. Members of Lismore Tidy Towns will be doing a clean up on the three main approach roads to Lismore as part of their work evenings this week. Please put the date of the Annual General Meeting of Lismore Tidy Towns into your diary / on your calendar. The 2015 A.G.M.will be held on Thursday 30th April in Lismore House Hotel at 8 pm.This meeting is open to all members of the community and all are invited to attend. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Here are some choices that we can make at home to reduce waste: Try growing your own vegtables - start small! You don't need a large space, window boxes and containers can be used. Buy a compost bin or make your own from wooden pallets. Remember that one third of all household waste can be composted successfully. Purchase garden furniture made from recycled plastic. Learn to share - if you are only going to use a product a few times then borrow it and likewise share yor products with your friends. Drink tap water - use a filter if necessary.There will be fewer plastic bottles in your bin. PARISH OF LISMORE & BALLLYSAGGART COMMUNION This is the weekend when we bring the Mass to our attention. The children of 2nd Class, carefully prepared by their teachers Mrs Lonergan and Ms Maher will receive First Holy Communion. The parents who took on the role of leading the parish preparation for First Holy Communion from the parents can be justly proud of their creative and inventiveness to draw as many parents to the monthly Mass.

Their efforts are much appreciated by those who value the Eucharist life of the parish. To receive Holy Communion is a way of saying who we are as a community. We want to say who we are as persons but that leaves us short. We must think of who we are as a community who receives Jesus Christ. We want to put skin and flesh of the values Jesus lived and died for. It is a pity that we as Catholics are not much more familiar with receiving from the Chalice. Those of you who participated in the Mass for the Episcopal Ordination of Very Rev Dr. Alphonsus Cullinan in the Cathedral did have an opportunity to receive from the Chalice. There is a different emphasis in both Holy Communions. We congratulate the children and their parents on their very special day. May the memory of this day hold a special place in their minds and hearts. Occasional great Liturgies enrich our growing Faith in Jesus. I appeal to you parents to make a genuine effort to bring your child to Mass as often as you can. Your child will begin to doubt you is as a parent you neglect Mass following the great build up to the First Communion Day. Adults cannot fool children as children are so perceptive. LISMORE MOCHUDA LOTTO DRAW RESULTS Date: April 14th , 2015 Super Jackpot €11,100. Letters drawn: E, L, Q, U. No winner. Bonus Jackpot €150. Letters drawn were: C, E, H, Z. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 each: Nora and Tina Walsh, New Street, Lismore Sharon Hawkins, Coolagurtwee, Cappoquin Colm Nagle, c/o Dungarvan Leader. Next Draw April 21st, 2015. Rose’s West End Bar. Super Jackpot €11,250.00

New event as part of Darkness into Light AS part of Darkness Into Light Dungarvan 2015, we will be creating a special 'Tree of Peace' memorial, very kindly donated by Mike McKenna & his family at Blackwater Garden Centre. Mike offered to research what would be an appropriate tree for this purpose, and as a result, suggested the beautiful Japanese Cherry Tree.

The tree can be hung with messages of peace (written on biodegradable tags) available during most of the registrations and at the walk itself. The tree will then be planted by the council along the route, with all the messages buried underneath, so they will feed and help the tree to grow. The Council has very

kindly offered to put a plaque on the tree, and facilitate a tree planting ceremony after Darkness Into Light. We would like to thank Anne Sullivan and Ray Moloney of Waterford Council for supporting this new Darkness Into Light project 100%, Mike of Blackwater Garden Centre for taking such time and

care with our idea, David Walsh for providing the tags, and to Ann Miller and Margo Flanagan of our committee for organising it all. The new CEO of Pieta House, Brian Higgins will help us launch ‘DILDungarvan 2015’ this Friday 24th in Lawlor’s Hotel, at 6.30pm, and all are welcome to attend.

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‘A Laugh and A Half’ Conal Gallen is coming to Youghal this Friday night DESCRIBED as ‘Ireland’s Ambassador of Humour’, Conal Gallen will bring his side splitting comedy show, ‘A Laugh & A Half ’ to the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal on this Friday night, 24th April. Selling out venues all over Ireland, Conal is looking forward to this visit to the newly restored Walter Raleigh Hotel: “We haven’t been to Youghal for many years and I’m really looking forward to a great night this Friday, “he told the Dungarvan Observer. Conal Gallen is also well known for many hit songs like ‘Let Your Ears Hang Low’, ‘The 50 Shades’, ‘Horse It Into Ya Cynthia’ and ‘Anna From Buncrana.’ Tickets are now on sale at the Walter Raleigh, telephone 024 – 92011 or at the door on the night.

The hilarious Conal Gallen will present his hit show ‘A Laugh & A Half’ at the Walter Raleigh Hotel on this Friday night at 8.15 p.m.

Modeligo CONFIRMATION IN MODELIGO The Bishop of Waterford and Lismore had his very first Confirmation Ceremony at Modeligo on Tuesday last, April 14th, where he confirmed the 5th and 6th class children. We wish to thank all who made the Sacramental celebration such a success, including Brid our Sacristan, class teacher Caoimhe and all the School staff, Fr. Kiely and Fr Arthure, our wonderful Parish choir and indeed all who helped in any way. ASTROTURF OPENING The official opening of the Astroturf took place on Sunday morning last (April 19th), it was a proud day for all those involved in the project from its inception to what it is today. Many thanks to Jessie and the other Naomh Brid and

Camogie Club members who organised a youngsters match for the occasion. Micheál Phelan, one of the founding members of the Community Association, performed the official opening and recalled the foresight and indeed the vast input that the then PP of the Parish Fr. Russell had as part of the original committee that got the complex that we have now up and running. Fr. Kiely referred to the achievements of the committee and praised the facilities that the community now had. Great to see such use being made of the complex, long may it continue. CONDOLENCES It was with great sadness that we learned of the death of Jerry Ormonde, Poulbautia, which sad event occurred on Friday last after a period of ill-health. Sincerest sympathies are offered to his daughters and

son and their spouses as well as to his grandchildren and indeed all of his extended family. The late Jerry, who ran the family farm in Poulbautia all his life before retirement, was a kind, soft spoken man who enjoyed a bit of craic and banter with all of us who came to know him. Following Requiem Mass at Affane on Monday, April 20th, celebrated by Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., the late Jerry's mortal remains were laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé. CRANNCHUR AITIUL The numbers drawn from the drum on Saturday night last were 1, 10 and 27, and as we had no "match 3" tickets. Next week's jackpot will be €700. Bhuaigh an ceathrar seo leanas €25 sa mhála séanmhar: Emma Hennessy; Monica & Tom O'Byrne; Gerard Horgan; Carmel Buckley.

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Weekending 19th April 2015. Lotto jackpot €200.Winning numbers were 5, 20, 28. No winner. Next week's jackpot is €300. The winners of the 5 x €20 were: 1) Nuala Dunne, 2) Sean Power, 3) Emma Fitzpatrick, 4) Mon Hickey, 5) Trevor Cullinan. Promoter's prize of 20 Euro, Hanrahan's Bar. Tickets cost €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets and designated promoters. Next draw is in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena, on Sunday 26th April 2015. Well done Waterford.

CONGRATULATIONS Many congratulations to Derek McGrath and the Waterford hurlers on their narrow but very impressive win over Tipperary last Sunday in Nowlan Park (2-15 to 1-19).The win secured Waterford's first Division 1 Allianz Hurling league final appearance since 2007. It would be great to have some silverware back in the cabinet and the best of luck to the lads when they take on Cork in the final on the 3rd May. DEISE DRAW Reminder that April’s Deise Draw will take place this Friday night, 24th April in 'Micilin's' in Kilrossanty.

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Trekkin Eegits 2015 -Miles for Smiles – The Sequel In aid of Cappoquin Day Centre WELL the clock is ticking with only a few days left until we all head off on this year’s trek. As always it will be starting and finishing in Cappoquin with a short pit stop in Tourin for a cuppa to help get us over the line. The first group will head off in the direction of Ballinameela at 4 pm on Friday and the last group should arrive into Cappoquin at about 5 pm on Saturday. Remember if you haven’t told Cara what stage you would like to do please get in touch with her before Friday. Also anyone who hasn’t collected a card yet but would like to take part, please feel free to call into her at Cappoquin Credit Union. This year sees the return of two of our favourite mascots Ham and Donkey. This duo last took part a few years ago when we raised funds for the Laura Lynn Foundation. They have since recovered (They only have little legs) and are feeling up to the challenge of another 140km walk. They are of

course looking forward to seeing a few old friends from their last time out and raising funds for Cappoquin Day Centre. All walkers are reminded that they are expected to wear Hi-Vis jackets when taking part. A small torch or headlight is recommended for late evening, night and early morning stages. Bring water and remember to prepare for all types of weather, so pack a change of clothes and definitely bring spare socks. Please try to stick together as a group when walking. It is not a race, it is a relay and it would be nice to start and finish together. All start times given on the sponsorship card are estimates, these may change slightly throughout the course of the walk. If there is a change to your start time you will be contacted, so please make sure you have given your contact details to Cara. For any further information contact: Gina 0879028594, Cara 0879664513 or Eamon 0872867453

Deise Singers Summer Soiree REHEARSALS are going very well for our Summer Soiree which is a two night concert with different guests each night offering our audience a choice of entertainment. Our musical director Fiona is extremely happy with the results so far, and extra practices are pencilled in to achieve perfection for the upcoming performances. Our own choir will be doing pieces from George Gershwin, John Rutter, Benny Andersson and Tim Rice to name but a few, also including arrangements of folk, traditional and some wonderful lullaby’s. This year, our concert will be held in Ard Scoil

na nDeise school hall on Thursday 7th and Friday, 8th May, 2015, and will include the Ard Scoil School Choir and Caoimhe Kiely on both nights, with the Ardmore choir taking the stage on Thursday night only and our own local soprano Maria Condon with Brian Hughes on Friday night. Performances from our guest artists will vary 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. Tickets will be available from The Wine Buff,

Tourist Office and Maria Kiersey on (086 8526569) priced at €12, this year as per usual the audience will be treated to the wonderful home baking skills of our members including refreshments at the interval. Our chosen charity this year is the Irish Heart Foundation, and we are hoping for a good response for such a worthy cause, come along to a night of magical music and lift your heart!! Date for your Diary: Thursday 7th and Friday, 8th May.Venue; Ard Scoil na nDeise School Hall. Time: 8.00 p.m. [Photo by Tom Keith]

Kilmacthomas IMPORTANT MEETING The Kilmacthomas Steering Committee will be hosting a meeting this Thursday 23 rd April at 8.00 pm in the Rainbow Community Hall. We are asking 2 members from each club/ voluntary organisation in the area to attend. This is an important meeting and concerns future funding etc., so please make sure you have representation. FIRST HOLY COMMUNION Following are the dates for First Holy Communion in the parish, Saturday 9th May Kill, Saturday 16th May, Kilmacthomas, Saturday 23rd May, Newtown and Saturday 30th May Saleen, all at 11.00 am. TROCAIRE BOX Please return your Trócaire box to the church as soon as possible. Thank you. LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmac AFC lotto draw for Saturday 18 th April, letters drawn C G L Q, no

jackpot winner, five winners of €20 each to Rose Power, Shanakill, Brian Foley, Kilmac, Mark Gallagher, c/o P P I, Ruby Power, Cruachaún View, Kilmac and Pat Hayes, The Pike. Next weeks jackpot €2,050, be in to win. WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club winners for Monday 20 th April, Rosie Keane, Carrie Wilkinson, Kay Veale, Peggy O'Callaghan, Mary O'Donnell, Veronica Walsh, Alice Walsh, K. Keating, E. Power, Hannah McGrath and Margaret Hassett. Raffle winners Kathleen Foran, Peggy O'Callaghan and Eileen Power. KILMACTHOMAS GAA U-16 FOOTBALL Well done to Ballyduff Lower/Kilmacthomas team who had a great win last week against De La Salle. The boys are having a great run of luck this year in the under 16 football. They are working very hard at training each week. Keep up the good work boys. JUNIOR FOOTBALL We played Ferrybank last

Friday night in the junior football. We were short a few of our players for one reason or another. Ferrybank ran out easy winners. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We will be playing Portlaw in the next round of the Intermediate football. We would like to see bigger attendance at training each week to have any chance of winning some games. MEMBERSHIP Players are urged to have their membership paid up as soon as possible. It is in your own interest to pay up for insurance reasons. WATERFORD HURLERS Well done to our hurlers on beating in what is supposed to be the best team in the country at present, that is Tipperary for the 6th or 7th time this year. The GAA punters got it wrong again and the Deise boys got it right. We wish the lads the best of luck in the league final. Up the Deise.

Easter at Garranbane Church – A beautiful Easter garden display by the Garranbane Ladies Altar Committee.

[Jim Daly]

Students to Help Each Other by Sharing their #StudyHacks THE Easter holidays are over, and with just weeks to go until the Junior and Leaving Cert exams, broadcaster Eoghan McDermott has teamed up with eircom StudyHub to call on Waterford students to support each other by sharing advice using hashtag

#StudyHacks on Twitter. The #StudyHacks campaign asks students in Waterford and across the country to share their revision tips in advance of the Leaving and Junior Cert, as well as hearing what advice high profile influential young people have for stu-

dents preparing for their exams. All of the tips submitted over the course of the campaign can searched by students using the hashtag. Eircom StudyHub is available free-of-charge to all eircom customers at www.studyhub.ie. Once

registered, users can also use their login details to access the mobile app, which can be downloaded from the itunes and Google Play stores. To track the #StudyHacks campaign, follow @eircomnews on Twitter.

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The Amazing Gypsi Swing

At the recent Easter Monday Clean-up in Colligan: Mark and John Power, Eoin and Sean Dennehy, Joe Walsh, Eoin and Tadgh Flavin.

to Premier in Dungarvan this Sunday 26th THE exciting and unique Gypsi Swing will appear at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, this Sunday, 26th April, at 3.00 p.m. sharp in aid of Volunteer Services Abroad (VSA) and the Church repair fund. Tickets are only €7.50 (children under 14 free) and include refreshments. The Waterford band has appeared at many festivals

and is often heard on Lyric FM. The music is a mixture of Spanish and jazz and the lads can be seen online for those who wish to sample their delights. This is a great opportunity to see an up and coming band of a very high standard for a cheap as chips price. Sunday afternoon is made for this! Joe Conway (Ciara's Brother) a trainee Doctor is travelling to

Zambia this summer and some of the money raised from concert will go towards medical supplies for Joe to take while working in the local hospital. Tickets are available from Blasta Wholefoods Opposite SHAWS or Ria in the Tea Rooms Sat afternoons or on 087 2257983 or on the door. Very few tickets left so don't delay.

Dungarvan Toastmasters THE Park Hotel was the place to be last Wednesday night for the event 'Dungarvan: A Bridge To The Future'. There was a real sense of passion and pride of place for the town and the surrounding areas from those present. We had four excellent presentations from Ian Noctor, Jenny Beresford, John Foley and Anne Halpin all of which generated a lot of comment and

opinion from the floor. By the end of the night the room was brimming with ideas and initiatives that would surely enhance any future plans for the area. Dungarvan Toastmasters facilitated this event to create a forum for discussion, comment and opinion connected with the assets and amenities that we have in the town and within close proximity.

The common thread throughout the night was that Dungarvan is steeped in natural, built and cultural heritage and if it is to realise its potential as a destination for adventure activities, tourism and investment, then as locals we all have a part to play. The feedback has been very positive and already there is an appetite for another similar event.Watch this space!

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Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien EINSTEIN ON AGEING Einstein tells us that massive objects like a planet warp space and time. The closer you are to a planet's core, the bigger the warp. The more massive the warp, the slower the passage of time. The nearer you get to a truly massive object like the sun, the more leisurely your journey. If you were to orbit real close to the sun without burning up, you'd have time for another cup of tea while the earthlings stuck back on the home planet would already have washed up and stacked the dishes. On a personal level, your feet are moving through time more slowly than your belly button. Your toes are pulled harder by gravity than your upper body and the little piggies slow down while your belly button hurtles along at breakneck speeds. Space and time quite literally shift all along your torso at different rates. Absolutely weird, but absolutely true. Maybe we

have to lie down at night simply to give our nether regions time to catch up with our brains. According to the April issue of the science magazine "Discover", scientists measured this time displacement precisely back in 2010. For every one foot higher in elevation, a clock ticks four-hundredquadrillionth faster per second. Your head moves through time ever so teensy-weensy faster than your shoulders. Moving more rapidly through space and time, your head ages more swiftly than the rest of you. There's an Irish proverb, or sean fhocal, that goes "You can't put a wise head on a young body." Ní féidir cann críonna a chur ar cholainn óig. Maybe not, for wisdom is not simply a matter of age. But every time we stand up, our Universe is arranged so that we do indeed put an old head on a young body. THE PRIMROSE They're here! The "first

Fergus and Rory Donnelly from Abbeyside at the Farmers and Country Market during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

rose", the Prima Rosa. The wild European Primrose, Primula Vulgaris, stands for youth and first love in the language of flowers. And sadness, too, for their fading. John Ruskin, the famous English cultural commentator, compared primroses to new-born yellow ducklings. Charles Darwin studied them and noted that the children of his time used to thread primroses together to make necklaces. The most famous breeder of display primulas, the fancy varieties with many colours that we buy at the garden centres, was Miss Ellen Willmott, a rich spinster. At the beginning of the 1900's, Ellen had gardens in France, Italy and England and all were flamboyantly planted with colourful displays of fancy primulas. Then she went broke and the gardens were abandoned. The lands went wild and, before too long, the wild yellow variety appeared. There's no need to spend a fortune to enjoy the wild

primroses abundantly in evidence along most lanes in the Parish. It's Spring and the Prima Rosa beckons. COMMUNITY WALK Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights Reminder: Meet at 7.30 pm at Coolnasmear Hall. High visibility vests are provided. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

Spring is here and the "first rose", the Prima Rosa, is out in full glory.

Jimmy Costin from An Rinn pictured with Liam Herlihy, Chairman of Glanbia Group at the 'Food Stories: The Producers' discussion at the Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, [David Clynch Photography] Dungarvan.

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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 April is Pauline Ryan who can be contacted on 087 2480321. Current events on in the hall and local community: FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Any children in our community who is interested 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 pm to 8.00 pm, Saturday training is be 11:00 am 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). Next completion will be the Waterford County championships in Waterford RSC on 10th and 24th May. Anybody interesting in competing in these please contact the club, Full program on events can be obtained at our training sessions. IRISH DANCING: New members very welcome. For more information please contact Deirdre on 086-0640892. BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, child-minders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome! For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945. BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE Ballinameela Foroige meets on Thursday evenings in the Ballinameela Community Centre from 78.30pm.We have a very limited number of spaces available for new members this year, which will be awarded on a 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.foirge.ie or call down to the Ballinameela Community Centre any Thursday between 7-8.30 pm. BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to ballinameela community centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish. communityalert. AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE MAIN SPONSOR LIDL The 3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk took place on Easter Monday in glorious sunshine. Over 300 adults and about 100 children took part in the 10k , 5k Run and 5k Walk. We would like to thank all our Sponsors (too many to mention). A full list of sponsors is on Aglish Fun Run Facebook page. All our helpers on the day, Civil Defence, Stewards, Kitchen and Hall helpers, Conor & Jamie on traffic duty, David & James on the cameras, An Gardaí, Waterford Co. Council for reparing road, Counciller John Pratt and anyone else that helped out on the day. A special word of thanks to Brian who is always available when needed. A total of €5,039.00 was raised for Crumlin. Thanks to everybody that took part. Next year’s Fundraiser takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March 2016. 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. BALLINAMEELA LOTTO RESULTS 20th APRIL, 2015 Winning numbers were: 4, 16, 23. No winner. €20 winners: Sean Maher, Ballinameela; Teresa and Martha Ryan, Lauragh; Pat Daly, Cappagh; Amy Ryan, Cappagh; Brian Connery,

Shanakill. Next week’s jackpot €1,700 and will take place in the Cruiscin Lán. BALLINAMEELA GAA INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONSHIP Ballinameela 1-5; Geraldines 1-12. Our first championship game took place on Saturday, 11th April against near neighbours and fierce rivals, The Geraldines. This was a game earmarked by many to be an explosive start to the 2015 Intermediate Football Championship, with both sides expected to do fierce battle for the 60 minutes. However, the promised spectacle never materialised as our traditional adversaries, having recovered from a 6th minute concession of a goal to Tom Curran, proceeded to dominate every facet of the match therein, on the field and, more tellingly, on the scoreboard. An insipid first half display left us with it all to do, having conceded 9 scores in a row at one stage, but the trend of the game was to continue. We endured a barren spell of over half an hour, a period which spanned both halves and saw us trail by 1-9 to 10 before a ghost of a fight back saw the game finish 112 to 1-5. It was too little too late, and even with a missed penalty and missed players to allow some room for “If onlys”, in truth there was only one deserving winner on the night. Ballinameela 4-4; Ballinacourty 2-9 The second round of the championship played out in a resplendent Bushy Park on Saturday last (the 18th) against Ballinacourty’s second 15. This was a game in which an improved performance was needed as much as an improved result, and no more could be asked of the latter as we came away with the 2 points on offer to belatedly kick-start our campaign. In terms of the performance, the return of some key players allowed us to reshuffle and field with a more familiar starting XV than we had in the previous week’s encounter. We played with greater fluidity and more impetus as the team sought to brand the prior defeat as a one off. We started in a determined fashion, sweeping upfield with the very first move of the game and moving the ball at pace, only to see a goalbound shot well saved. We were almost too anxious to make amends in this period as we spurned several opportunities to take the points on offer by either shooting for goal or shooting wide.

The first 20 minutes of the game were somewhat surreal in that five goals were scored in that period, shared two to Ballinacourty and three to Tom Curran! Tom’s third strike was the pick of the bunch as he finished a trademark burst through the heart of the opposition defence with an increasingly trademark drive to the far top corner. The others were well worked team moves that saw Tom in the right place to add the finishing touches. The third green flag left the scores at 3-1 to 2-0 at the time. We retired at the short whistle having been punished by a couple of close-in frees, 3-1 to 2-2. The second half would see no let-up in intensity, but it was again on the scoreboard that both sides continually failed to do themselves justice, with many chances going begging. We raised a 44th minute green flag in what was to be the crucial score of the game, allowing us just enough breathing space when the game went to the wire in the final moments. With the opposition keeper caught off his line, we kept our cool to work the ball over and around the stranded netminder to the returning Brian Phelan who dispatched powerfully. The goal was sandwiched by points from substitute Mikey Phelan and corner forward Cian Culloo to bring us to our tally of 4-4 for the hour, and all that was left was to hang on after a flurry of late scores saw Ballinacourty reel us in but never quite catch us. Overall, a game where there were massive improvements from the opening Geraldines defeat, with some obvious room for improvement. Football will be put on the back-burner for a time as we turn our attentions to the impending hurling championship.. UPCOMING FIXTURES Junior Football Championship: Friday, 24th April – Ballinameela v Ardmore in Ardmore at 7:30 p.m. Our Juniors seek to begin the defence of their county title with a win this Friday coming as they journey to Ardmore to take on the local outfit. As always, a big crowd would be welcomed for a team that rarely fails to produce an entertaining game! Junior Attached Hurling: Friday, 8th May Ballinameela v Cappoquin in Clashmore at 7:30 p.m. Intermediate Hurling Championship: Saturday, 9th May – Ballinameela v Stradbally in Colligan at 7:30 p.m

AMERICAN actor Alec Baldwin was once asked why he named his daughter Ireland. He answered, a bit mischievously, "Because she's small, beautiful and has no idea how to handle money". I think Mr. Baldwin was being grossly unfair. We have a long history, in Ireland, of handling money. Brown envelopes don't stuff themselves you know. At least he didn't mention Ireland’s frequent wetness. There is a lot of things we don't do well in this country.Things like quangoes. Oh, we have a lot of them, but none of them are any good.We also do a lot of good things in this country like art, literature, comedy, sport and friendliness. By and large we are a happy-go-lucky, craic-loving, shoulder-punching, chuckle-inducing, drunken-hugging, helpful and friendly type of people. But is it all just for show? Are we hiding our latent shyness or inferiority complex? Deep down,

are we less than we portray ourselves to be? Are there hidden prejudices and intolerences in us, as a nation? We like to think of ourselves as a progressive, forward thinking(going forward) country.We get all excited and proud when the latest United Nations survey puts us in the top 20 countries in the world for our kindness to cardboard or having the most hygienic daffodils in the northern hemisphere. We like the praise of being "handy" at something. We like being the brave also rans or the valiant losers. Putting our heads above the parapet, never sat easy with us. But sometimes, just sometimes, we have to stand up for something thats right. Something that is a right to all members of society, not a privilege. And that is, (cue Johnny Cash) a thing called love. The up coming Referendum is a complicated piece of legislation containing some emotive issues. Basically its about love and the ultimate expression of that love in

society. Marriage is a commitment between a loving couple. If a purple dwarf (sorry, person of limited stature) wants to marry a 3headed red-indian (again, sorry, native American) in a bamboo coal scuttle, why should we interfere in their happiness. I have no doubt that some of you had objectors to your nuptials. Maybe some of you objected to your own nuptials.Thats life. Marriage is between a couple, by that couple and for that couple. Commitment like this should be encouraged, not interfered with. This debate should never have been neccessary. Lets hope it never will be again. Ballinameela Creatives meet at Place de Midi, every Wednesday night at 7.30.( or 9.30 Vicarstown time) American journalist Mignon McLoughlin said," A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person"

Charity Plant & Bake Sale TAKE the stress out of buying your plants this year by coming along to our Annual Charity Plant & Bake Sale at the Causeway Tennis Club, Abbeyside, Dungarvan on Saturday, 2nd May from 10 am until 2 pm. Let our experienced horticulturalist help you pick the flowers and shrubs best suited to your garden. There will be a massive

range of bedding, perennials, David Austin Roses, strawberries, tomatoes, herbs and more! Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, or strawberries and cream, while absorbing the splendor of the beautiful plants, their aroma mingeled with the smells of freshly brewed coffee and decadent baked goods. Children can participate

in workshops throughout the morning, pre-booking not required. This year we hope our Plant Sale will be even more successful. It will be held at The Causeway Tennis Club, Dungarvan, on May 2nd 10 am until 2 pm. In addition to Chernobyl Children International we will also allocate funds to Pieta House and to CRY.

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Villierstown VILLIERSTOWN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Oh! To be a child again … Villierstown Montessori School had a fun filled action packed day last Tuesday playing host to Irvine, Hazel & Henry. These are some of the dogs in training for “Dogs for the Disabled.” The children really enjoyed their day and it was a great introduction to all of the children and staff to the way these trained dogs help so many people. Many thanks to Mary and Sur’anne for bringing the dogs out to visit, we hope they will come again soon. “Dogs for the Disabled” is a great charity for all the family to be involved with. Check out:info@dogsfordisabled.ie PILATES Pilates every Wednesday evening at 7.30 – 8.30 p.m. in the VECP Community Room, Main Street, Villierstown. Beside the shop. MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP Still lots of chat about this Mother & Toddler group but no one willing to organise it … Come on, organise it once and it really takes off from there. The

VECP Community Room is available. It just takes someone to take the initiative. There are lots babies & toddlers out there who would love to meet a new friend!, and it’s a great opportunity for mothers to meet up. Tea & Coffee kitchen on site. Contact 0876635465 for room availability. JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán last Saturday night and €50 was won by Brigid Conroy with card number 12, the Queen of Hearts. Congratulations Brigid.The Jackpot next week is €2,000. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally. FOROIGE The Villierstown/Aglish group meet up every Friday evening, now in Villierstown Church Hall. WE STILL NEED VOLUNTEER LEADERS. Contact Melanie @ 0872342099. VILLIERSTOWN BOATING CLUB Villierstown Boating Club committee got together last Sunday for a “Work Party,” getting the Club ready for the Summer

season. Lots of hard work and lots of fun was the order of the day culminating in an impromptu BBQ for the workers. Next Sunday the Club are hosting a Sunday Sail for Mercyhurst College and invite all members to come and enjoy the day with them. Check out our Facebook page. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village … Text: 087-3538347. MABS – MONEY ADVICE & BUDGETING SERVICE If your finances are in a mess – we can help. Contact: 0761 07 2000. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. All local news very welcome. FUNNY … POEM OF THE WEEK … Lord, you know I like to

bake, that velvety rich chocolate cake, covered with icing, I never stop, until chocolate curls adorn the top. Lord, you know I like to bake, custard slices and biscuits make, with fruit, nuts and choc chips, though they all linger on my hips. Lord, you know I like to bake, (I say it's for my family's sake), apple pies and cheesecake too, and dumplings in the Irish stew. Lord, you know I like to bake, but I need to curb my intake, Pavlova, a delicious sugary fluff, I never seem to have enough. Lord, you know I like to bake, but cholesterol pills I now take, these words I must never utter, "Please pass me the cream and butter." Lord, a special favour I shall ask, it would only be a simple task, you who changed water into wine, dissolve those calories when I dine!

Dungarvan Camera Club THERE was reduced attendance at our monthly meeting due to the fact that we had to postpone from last week, but nonetheless it was a most interesting evening with contributions and discussions from the floor on many subjects relating to matters photographic. Field trips have been organised, we are preparing for our annual exhibition, competition themes were discussed and Ed/Tech evenings confirmed. Special congratulations were extended to Club Member Frank Lloyd on achieving his 2nd Licsenciate awarded by the Society of International Nature and Wildlife Photographers – an extraordinary achievement and extremely well deserved. Well done Frank! The competition theme this month was “Minimalist” and results are as follows: Grade 3: 1st John Bermingham

“Introspective”; 2nd Bridget O’Neill “Feathery Soft”. Grade 2: 1st Rosalind Ledingham “Blossom”; 2nd Colin Smith “Two Sticks”; 3rd Michael O’Brien “Barren”. Grade 1: Joint 1st John Pelham “Mystery Tree”, David Coleman “Heron”; 3rd Julieanne French “Jasmin in White”. Overall it was a full and busy meeting with interesting ideas for the club going forward and much to look forward to during the Summer.

Julieanne French “Jasmin in White”

John Pelham “Mystery Tree”

David Coleman “Heron”

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN TIDY TOWNS Spring has arrived in all of its glory. It is wonderful to see the recently pruned trees along the Main Street, sprouting new leaves and blossoms. A very big thank you to the County Council for taking on this task. Especially to Josephine McGrath, Area Engineer and Mike Bennett, Area Manager, for helping with this and numerous other tasks. With the recent blessing of beautiful sunshine, we are all out and about enjoying the weather and perhaps walking further afield. Why not carry a bag to pick up any litter that you might see

along the way? Even in the area around your own home and street. Unfortunately, there is still litter being dropped but a bit of social responsibility from everyone will go a long way. Requests have been coming from a number of sources for extra bins on the streets of Cappoquin, but unfortunately, domestic rubbish is filling these bins up immediately, and until this stops, we will not be getting any more bins. Please help with this problem in any way you can. Why not take a trip down to the Rowing Club and walk over to the Community Centre along the river bank to admire the

work of the very hard-working Transition Year Student, Julius Ballegaard, from Blackwater Community School. For Julius An Gaisce project, he approached Cappoquin Tidy Towns with an idea to make this walkway more accessible. Previously, the pathway had areas along it which needed to be levelled out and filled in. Now we have an even pathway making another local beauty spot available to us. Our appreciation and thanks to Dorthe Ballegaard too. Plants will be arriving soon to be planted all around the town.

This year, we would like to invite families and various clubs to take a bed/plant pot or two, and see the results of their endeavours throughout the Summer months. Perhaps call down to Mary in BT Lincoln’s to register your interest or call Gráinne on 087 2194742 and we can put you on the list and let you know when we can start planting. Take care all. BELATED BIRTHDAY GREETINGS Belated birthday greetings to Miss Eileen Buckley, Aglish, Cappoquin who celebrated her birthday on the 14th April from your friend Catriona Barron, Aglish

Kilrossanty 50th ANNIVERSARY SCHOOL If you have not received your invitation to the reunion yet, please contact the school at 051 291419. DEISE DRAW The deise draw will be held in Micilins at 9.p.m. this Friday night, 24th April. If anyone would like to join for this month and any

other month you can do so by contacting jason mairead or kevin. KILROSSANTY N.S FUNDRAISER A lenree fundraising clothes collection will take place in the school next Friday, 24th April. Any clothes, pairs of shoes, household items and old mobile phones would be

greatly appreciated. These may be dropped in bags into the school anytime before Friday morning. CONFIRMATION Best wishes to all the boys and girls who are receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation in Fews Church next Tuesday, 28th. They will be confirmed by the new Bishop Alphonsus

Rosalind Ledingham “Blossom”

Cullinan. SYMPATHY The death occurred last Sunday of Martin Curran, Carrigaline and formerly Ballinavouga. Sympathy to his wife and family and also his sister Sis Fennell and all the Curran family on their loss. Burial took place in Carrigaline. May he rest in peace.

Michael O’Brien “Barren”

Colin Smith “Barren”

John Bermingham “Introspective”

Bridget O’Neill “Feathery Soft”

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Awards night for Finisk River Riders SOC IT has been a long time coming, but we made it. Four years ago our club was established and in those four years we have grown in confidence, commitment and unbelievable achievement. Our membership has grown from 16 athletes to 38 members. The Athletes have competed in many competitions from Area, Regional

and on to our National Games with fabulous results. Because of their huge commitment the committee members of the club and Special Olympic Munster wanted to recognise this. An Awards Night was held in The Park Hotel on the 21st March. Philippa McKelvie, our Chairperson, introduced the night with a slide show of all

the activities that take place in the club, and family members were able to see the different aspects of horse riding. Each member was presented with a trophy and a certificate announcing their achievements. It was a wonderful successful night and we are all looking forward to the next four years and what we might accomplish.

Group picture at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

Philippa McKelvie, Chairperson and Liam Mahony at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

Philippa McKelvie, Chairperson and Aine Supple at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC. Imelda Clynch, Therese White and Elaine Martin at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

Philippa McKelvie, Chairperson with Joseph Burns at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

Ann Hanley, Ann Flaherty, Mary McGrath, and Bridgit Caprice at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

Katie Wright and Elaine Martin at the awards night for Finisk Riders SOC.

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The Foghorn Stringband for The Local DIGITAL EXPRESSIONS EXHIBITION Deise Camera Club wishes to extend a huge THANK YOU to everyone who came to view our recent exhibition in Dungarvan Shopping Centre. We are delighted with the gracious comments and well wishes received from the many hundreds that came to visit us over the past few weeks.Thank you to all who purchased images, it’s nice to know how much our photographs mean to you too. Images often evoke memories of times past, holidays spent in our youth at the various strands and beaches along our coastline or climbing the many hills and mountains, a place where magic memories were made for many reasons. We were told some lovely stories over the course of the exhibition and invited to explore some hidden gems also. The summer should see us wandering the many tracks and trails around the Deise in search of these treasures you have described! Thanks to Gerry O’Connor, Manager, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, for affording us the opportunity to avail of a unit in the Centre. We appreciate everyone’s support

1st Prize Winner: Mary Sweeney, Rochestown, Cork, accepting the prize from Michael Kelly, Deise Camera Club, on her behalf is Jo Kelleher and Jessica Beresford, Dungarvan. “MANY are called, but few are chosen. On their new recording Devil in the Seat, Foghorn Stringband proves once again that they are still the Chosen Ones when it comes to down-home, footstomping, ass-kickin’ old time music.” – Stuart Mason, FiddleFreak. The Foghorn Stringband is the present day shining gold standard for American string band music, with eight albums, thousands of shows, over a decade of touring under their belts, and an entirely new generation of old-time musicians following their lead. Through all this, they’ve never let the music grow cold; instead they’ve been steadily proving that American roots music is a never-ending WELL of inspiration. The music of The Foghorn Stringband TODAY, as heard on their new album Devil In The Seat, revolves around four master musicians: Portland, Oregon-based Caleb Klauder (vocals, mandolin, fiddle) and Reeb Willms (vocals, guitar), and Yukon-based Nadine Landry (vocals, upright bass) and Stephen ‘Sammy’ Lind (vocals, fiddle, banjo). Each member of The Foghorn Stringband comes not only from a different part of the American roots music spectrum, but leads the pack in their field as well. Caleb Klauder’s wistful, keening vocals and rapid-fire mandolin picking are as influenced by Southern roots music as much as by his upbringing in WASHINGTON State. Also from Washington, Reeb Willms grew up in the State’s Eastern farmlands singing hard-bitten honky-tonk with her family. Nadine Landry’s roots lie in the rural backroads of Arcadian Québec, but she cut her teeth as one of the best bluegrass bassists in Western Canada. Minnesotan’s Stephen ‘Sammy’ Lind, simply put, is one of the best old-time fiddlers of his generation and has a voice that sounds like it’s coming from an old 78. On stage, The Foghorn Stringband gather around one microphone, balancing their music on the fly, and PLAYING with an intense, fiery abandon. To make their new

album, Devil in the Seat, the band retreated to the ISLAND paradise of Kauai, where, surrounded by coconut palms, beachside views and margaritas, they blazed through a set of old favorites and new discoveries. The music on Devil in the Seat reaches from roots in Appalachia, like Clyde Davenport’s fiddle tune “Lost Gal,” the old square dance song “Stillhouse,” or “Mining Camp Blues” which comes from their friend Alice Gerrard, all the way to the early neon lights of Nashville (“90 Miles an Hour” from Hank Snow). It touches on old gospel (“Longing for A Home” from The Cooke Duet), newly composed fiddle tunes (“Jailbreak”, “Leland’s Waltz”), even British folk (“What Will We Do”). Throughout, the honest intensity of the music remains the trademark of The Foghorn Stringband. They see no reason to polish this music, or to deviate from the roots which first inspired them. To Foghorn, this music is as relevant today as it was a century ago. They see themselves not as revivalists, but as curators and ardent fans, and their music is a celebration of these roots. From their origins in Portland Oregon’s underground roots music scene in the late 90s and early 00s, when members of today’s hot bands like The Decemberists and Blind Pilot were gathering to explore the roots of American folk music, The Foghorn Stringband have spread the old-time string band gospel all over the world. Along the way, they’ve brought in influences and inspirations from their many travels and late-night jam sessions. Old-time square dance tunes now rub shoulders with Cajun waltzes, vintage honky-tonk songs, and pre-bluegrass picking. This is the kind of bubbling musical brew which first intoxicated the American mainstream in the day. The Foghorn Stringband will be appering at The Local, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 7th May, at 8.30 p.m., where there is no cover charge to for entry.

and encouragement and look forward to meeting you all again soon! DRAW WINNERS ANNOUNCED During the Exhibition we held a draw for three beautiful prizes worth over €250 and wish to thank everyone who took the time to visit us and buy a ticket. Heartiest congratulations to Mary Sweeney, Rochestown, Cork who won first prize of a framed image of ‘Tramore Wreck’ by Karl Reinl. Second prize was won by Carol McAndrew, Dungarvan who chose a framed image of ‘Waterford by Night’ also by Karl Reinl, third prize of a mounted image of ‘Good Night Carlow’ by Richard Cutbill was won by twins Séan Óg and Sile Marie Bray, Cappoquin. The happy prize winners were presented with their prizes over the weekend. CLUB COMPETITION April’s theme was TEXTURE and again we had such interesting and varied photographs to chose from. Well done everyone who went to the trouble of really stepping outside the box and coming up with intriguing images! Congratulations to Angela Feldon who came first with ‘Red Eye’, 2nd and 3rd place was won by Mary Herlihy with ‘Cobalt Blue’ and ‘Urban Doorway’ respectively. Fantastic studies of macro photography also. 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”). VENUE CHANGE FOR UPCOMING MEETINGS Dillon’s Bar is the venue for our next monthly meetings due to refurbishment of Town Hall Theatre. We meet second Tuesday of the month, every month, so 11th May in Dillon’s 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. Upcoming is Ardmore on 28th April. 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.

3rd Prize Winners are Séan Óg and Sile Marie 2nd Prize Winner: Carol McAndrew, Dungarvan, Bray, Cappoquin, pictured here accepting their accepting her prize from Michael Kelly, Deise Camera Club. prize with their mam Siobhan Bray.

TEXTURE 1st ‘Red Eye’ by Angela Feldon.

TEXTURE 2nd ‘Cobalt Blue’ by Mary Herlihy.

TEXTURE 3rd ‘Urban Doorway’ by Mary Herlihy.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

West Waterford CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS On Sunday, April 19th, the letters drawn in our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw were P, O, I, W. We had no winner of our Jackpot, so next week it will be €4,150, when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to Maurice Trihy, Piltown; D.J. Ger; Bridie Condon, Clashmore. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night, April 20th – we had no match four ticket to win our jackpot, so next week our jackpot is €5,200, when our draw takes place at Decies Bar. Last night’s numbers were 10, 12, 26, 28. Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Larry Kiely; J. & M. Seward, Grange; Ian Connors, c/o Nicky Troy; Joseph Keogh, 11 Woodbine Way; Billy Collins, c/o Collins Town & Country. Once again thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prizewinners at Monday [April 20th ] night’s 45 Drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were Mairead and Michael Fahey on nine games. In second place on eight games we had Derry Cotter and Billy Connery. In third place jointly on six games we had Hannah Lucas and Tommy Osbourne, Mary Anne and Bobby Connery, Tom Osbourne and John Motherway. Best of the last five were Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Our lucky last game winners were Pat O’Halloran and Martin Lynch, John Cliffe and Noel Nugent. Well done to all our winners and thanks to every one for your support. CLASHMORE LADIES GAA Under 8s Training – Under 8s girls training takes place on Friday night from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Registration – Ladies just a reminder, registration is now due for payment. It’s €48 for under age players and €62 for all adult players. Please have the correct amount in an envelope with your name address and date of birth on it please. CLASHMORE COMMUNITY ALERT Clashmore Community Alert held monthly meeting on Wednesday, April 15th. Chairperson Margaret Keevers presided, minutes of the previous meeting were read and any matters arising were dealt with. Among the issues discussed were the recent “Text Alert” signs which had been purchased and erected, feedback from the recent area meetings held in Dungarvan and the Public Meeting held on Crime Prevention. A discussion on the upcoming AGM followed

and it is hoped to have a guest speaker on the night as well as a representative of Muintir na Tíre. The chairperson closed the meeting by thanking all for attending and there followed the customary cup of tea. As always we urge everyone to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the local Garda station and we look forward to a big attendance at our AGM on Wednesday May 13th in the Heritage Centre. COURSE POSTPONED The parenting course which was scheduled to start this week in Kinsalebeg hall has been postponed until September, apologies for any inconvenience caused. AGLISH FUN RUN Main Sponsor Lidl The 3rd Aglish Fun Run / Walk took place on Easter Monday in glorious sunshine. Over 300 adults and about 100 children took part in the 10k, 5k Run and 5k Walk. We would like to thank all our Sponsors (too many to mention. A full list of sponsors is on Aglish Fun Run Facebook page. All our helpers on the day, Civil Defence, Stewards, Kitchen and Hall helpers, Conor & Jamie on traffic duty, David & James on the cameras, An Gardaí, Waterford Co. Council for repairing road, Councillor John Pratt and anyone else that helped out on the day. A special word of thanks to Brian who is always available when needed. A total of €5,039.00 was raised for Crumlin.Thanks to everybody that took part. Next years’ Fundraiser takes place on Easter Monday, 28th March, 2016. CLASHMORE COMMUNITY COUNCIL Bringing the Community Together Mike McKenna of Blackwater Garden Centre recently chaired a meeting to explore the possibility of setting up a Community Council covering the area of the Parish of Clashmore and Kinsalebeg. A Community Council would provide a support network for local organisations to share ideas and co-ordinate activities. It would ensure that the area gets a fair share of Council attention and of any grants available. Working together as a Community Council, it would be stronger in dealing with issues which affect everybody - like employment, youth facilities, en-vironmental factors, broadband and tourism. But most importantly it would ensure that there is a Community in the future for local children. Representatives from local community organisations were present and agreed that the idea of a Council was worth exploring and set a date of May 27th for a public meeting to assess public support. Summing up, Mike McKenna said “Local communities face a choice of getting together and getting organised or getting left behind!” LATE PADDY BUCKLEY With deep regret we record

the death of Paddy Buckley, Geosh, Aglish. Paddy died peacefully on Saturday last, April 18th. Reposing at his home “The Forge,” Knockanore, Paddy’s removal took place to the nearby Church of the Sacred Heart in Knockanore on Monday evening. Funeral Mass was celebrated yesterday, Tuesday afternoon, following which Paddy was laid to rest in Affane Cemetery, Cappoquin. A man of many talents Paddy was a well known member of the West Waterford farming com-munity. A carpenter by trade for many years this talented tradesman worked on many projects in this area. In later years, Paddy was the owner of Geosh Pub, until his retirement which took him to Knockanore, where he undertook restoration of his home “The Forge”, a pro-ject in which he took great pride. A man of great faith. In recent years he travelled to Lourdes annually with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage, and he will be dearly missed by all the group with whom he travelled. However, it is by his family Paddy will be most dearly missed, to his wife Mary; his sons Pat, John, James and Gabriel; his daughters Paula, Kay, Mary, Carol, Eileen and Deirdre; his brother Jim, and all his grandchildren, relatives, neighbours and friends our deepest sympathy to your all. May Paddy rest in peace. KINSALEBEG MACRA NEWS Best of luck to our club this coming weekend as they travel to Kilkenny to represent Waterford in the national finals of Macra Volleyball. PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART Our First holy communion group of 27 children were involved in Sunday mass in Aglish Church which included the Do this in memory programme. First holy communion day is Saturday, May 16th, in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela. Bishops Ordination – Our parish was represented by teenager Sam Hallahan accompanied by his mother Helen; also Michael Culloo [school principal], Danny Flecther (Chairperson of the parish Pastoral Council), Brendan O’Connell, Kay Queally and Carmel O’Connor at the ordination of the new bishop on Sunday last in Waterford Cathedral. St. Cathaldus Mass – The annual celebration of Mass at St. Cathaldus Well will take place on Monday, May 11th, at 7.45 p.m. St. Declan’s Mass – The annual celebration of mass at St. Declan’s well will take place on Thursday, July 23rd, at 12 noon. Graveyard Masses July 2015 – Aglish: Friday, July 23rd, at 7.30 p.m. Ballinameela: Friday, July 10th, at 7.30 p.m. Mount Stuart: Friday, July 17th, at 7.30 p.m.

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Lyre Heritage News By Marie O’Shea I WAS talking the other day with a good friend whose sister had recently left this earth. She was a woman I knew and admired greatly. As the conversation advanced and we shared memories of Bernie, I could sense our attitudes beginning to change. We were suddenly smiling. I was feeling again the genuine warmth of her personality. I was picturing myself walking toward her and I could clearly picture her smile emanating joy, the same way it did every single time we had met. It was a smile one could always depend on to lift their spirits and brighten their day. Our conversation soon became filled with stories about how Bernie helped the community, the sick and those in need. Her son later recalled to me the times he and her family members stepped in to help her if, due to her health she was unable to fulfil her charitable tasks. Her sense of purpose imbued her ICA and other commitments, which were many and demanded travelling long distances at times – she would drive to sections of the country reserved for only those who have a specific purpose for travelling there, and she always had a specific purpose: to help. I began to think of the legacy Bernie left for her family and those who knew, respected and loved her. It is not a legacy that can be measured in money; it is far more valuable. In fact, to this day, you could offer her children or her husband a million for the legacy of love that she

left each of them and I assure you they would not trade what she left in their hearts and lives for what they could put in the bank. There's an old saying: "Measure wealth not by what you have, but by what you have and would not sell." I also began to think of my own life's legacy and what I needed to change to bequeath upon my loved ones the same priceless gift of being ‘More Than a Memory’ in their hearts and lives. I want them to feel the same aura, the same warmth when they speak of me; I want them to subconsciously wear a smile when my image appears in their mind. Bernie’s light will continue to shine as we endeavour to follow the path her footsteps left here on earth, and strive to live a life that will be More Than

More than a Memory

a Memory. Tis little poem is one I found to express what I would like to say: “THE DASH” By Linda Ellis I read of a man who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend. He referred to the dates on the tombstone from the beginning…to the end. He noted that first came the date of birth and spoke the following date with tears, but he said what mattered most of all was the “dash” between those years. For that dash represents all the time that they spent alive on earth. And now only those who loved them know what that little line is worth. For it matters not, how much we own, the cars… the house…the cash. What matters is how we live and love and how we

spend our ‘dash’. So, think about this long and hard. Are there things you’d like to change? For you never know how much time is left that can still be rearranged. If we could just slow down enough to consider what’s true and real and always try to understand the way other people feel. And be less quick to anger and show appreciation more and love the people in our lives like we’ve never loved before. If we treat each other with respect and more often wear a smile, remembering that this special dash might only last a little while. So, when your eulogy is being read, with your life’s actions to rehash…would you be proud of the things they say about how you spent YOUR ‘dash’? (In fond remembrance of Bernie Hobbs, R.I.P.).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

DUNGARVAN CBS (Est. 1807)

Barcelona Comenius 2015 By Jack Mulcahy I WAS one of the lucky few who were chosen to go on a trip to go to Barcelona with the Comenius project in school. The Comenius project or Y.E.S. (young European Scientists for Sustainability) project, the name really speaks for itself. Students from around Europe gather and participate in scientific

projects with each other while having fun. I went to Barcelona with three other students and three teachers as part of the most recent Comenius project. We departed for Spain at 3:45 p.m. and arrived at 7:00 p.m. Spanish time we then travelled by bus and train to St Quirze to meet with the families whom we would be staying with. The following day we attended the local

secondary school and met with our fellow students from Span, Holland, Germany and Italy We then commenced our first Comenius meeting of 2015. Following a warm welcome by the teachers and students we were introduced to the programme. We then were given a guided tour of the school and the grounds, after this we prepared what we had made for the challenge task

which was to see which school could reach the highest temperature while burning 10 sheets of paper in a homemade oven. At 10 o’clock we were given our first workshop about plastics by the Spanish and German schools. We then hosted our workshop on water wheels and their renewability in collaboration with the Dutch students. At 1:30 p.m. we had lessons with

foreign teachers, I had English with a Spanish class along with the other Irish students and some German students. Our school day ended at half past two and following lunch departed for a guided tour of Barcelona taking in all the sights especially the work of Antonio Gaudí’s. After a very entertaining and educational tour we returned to our respective residences for dinner and eventually went

to bed. The next day we went to school and had the third workshop which was food sustainability and health. We were all evaluated on our workshops. We then took lessons with other teachers, I had geography lesson with a German teacher and I had a history lesson with a Italian teacher these two lessons were 30 min each.We then came up with ideas for the next meeting and we all said good bye. In the afternoon we all went shopping in Sabadell and got something to eat. On Saturday I went to a school soccer match where our multinational team consisting of Irish, Dutch and German students narrowly lost a nailbiting game against the

local school team and then later to Barcelona to do some gift shopping and under the guidance of our Spanish hosts we had our lunch, I had char grilled spring onions as a starter and paella as a main course and learned how to order lemon sorbet in Spanish which we had for desert. Later that evening all the students went for pizza. We were up bright and early the following morning to find it snowing heavily and very, very cold. Having thanked our hosts for looking after us and saying our goodbyes to our European colleagues we departed for our return flight to Cork. We are now working on the next project which will take place in the Netherlands.

Rice Cup Students and teachers from Italy, The Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Ireland (Dungarvan CBS) who recently participated in the Comenius Project meeting in Barcelona.

Students and teachers from Italy, The Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Ireland (Dungarvan CBS) who recently participated in the Comenius Project meeting in Barcelona.

ON Friday 20th March the U14’s from Dungarvan CBS headed up to Doon, Co. Limerick, for the Rice Cup Blitz. CBS Dungarvan had a tough group with Nenagh CBS and Doon CBS. The first game was against Nenagh CBS. Dungarvan did not get going at all and appeared lacklustre with none of the fight that Nenagh possessed. Wayne O’Donnell, Tristan Loftus and Sean Lennon were some of the players that were clearly giving it their all but Dungarvan trailed 2-3 to 0-1 at half time, the point coming from a free from Noel Duggan. Dungarvan were a completely changed team after half time. They passed excellently and really played as a team. Michael Kiely took two superb frees and scored a goal from both efforts. Toby Taylor, out in front of his man started to cause all sorts of bother to the defence and scored a point.The Nenagh goalie was then sent off for a deliberate off the ball strike across Cian O’Riordan which gave Dungarvan the advantage. However the scoring deficit from the first half was just too much and Dungarvan lost 2-5 to 2-2. They then went straight into their next match against the home school Doon who had already beaten Nenagh. Dungarvan were on fire in the first half, passing superbly, tackling like their lives depended on it and always helping out their team mates. Michael Kiely scored another goal from a superbly taken free and Greg Waters came into the game and scored a well worked goal. Noel Duggan continued his accuracy from frees and Cian O’Riordan and Tristan Loftus who both played excellently throughout the game both scored points. Dungarvan went into the break 2-4 to 1-3 ahead. However, in the second half, the fact that we had played 45 minutes of continuous intensive hurling started to tell and Dungarvan failed to score. Doon’s colossal centre forward really came into the game and dominated his area of the pitch despite the best attempts of the Dungarvan backs. We lost the match 4-8 to 2-4. This meant that Dungarvan finished third in their group behind Doon and Nenagh and now played Tramore in a play-off. Two tired teams produced a good competitive game. It was level at half time. Padraig Fitzgerald (0-1) and Noel Duggan (0-2) scored some fine points and goals from Jack Kavanagh, Toby Taylor (1-1) and Stephen Moynihan (1-1) meant that CBS Dungarvan came out on top on a score line of 3-5 to 2-3. CBS Dungarvan qualified for the Westcourt Cup to be played on 22nd April.The two teams that were in our initial group, Doon and Nenagh, turned out to be the best two teams on the day and went on to play each other in the final with Nenagh topping the group.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Upcoming TY activities WITH only a few weeks remaining for Transition Year students, co-ordinator Ms Nollaig Sheehan has a hectic schedule planned including an Interview Skills workshop, the County Final of Wheelchair Basketball, the Pieta House Darkness to Light Walk, YLP Gala night. Students will also be sitting their Food Hygiene exam. Lots to keep them busy until year end.

POLE-VAULTING – GOLD FOR TOMAS AND LISA HOULIHAN At the Inter-Varsity Track and Field Championships in Belfast recently, past pupils Thomas and Lisa Houlihan took gold in the pole vault event.This was a second gold for both Thomas and Lisa who secured gold in the same discipline at the All-Ireland Track and Field Championships in

Santry earlier in the year. Congratulations to you both not, forgetting your former coach Bro Patrick Lennon OSA who is so proud of your achievements. TY TRIP TO POLAND A group of Transition Year students enjoyed a four day trip to Krakow, Poland over the Easter break. Accompanied by Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní

Neachtain, Mr Jim Power (Deputy Principal), Ms. Nollaig Sheehan (TY Co-ordinator), Ms Shiovaun O’Sullivan and Fr Gerry Horan OSA, the group visited Auschwitz Concentration Camp where they met with a camp survivor.They also enjoyed a tour of the city of Krakow and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Thanks to Nollaig Sheehan who organised the trip.

TY Trip to Poland – A group of Transition Year students enjoyed a four day trip to Krakow, Poland over the Easter break. Accompanied by Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain, Mr Jim Power (Deputy Principal), Ms Nollaig Sheehan (TY Co-ordinator), Ms Shiovaun O’Sullivan and Fr Gerry Horan OSA, the group visited Auschwitz concentration camp where they met with a camp survivor. They also enjoyed a tour of the city of Krakow and the Wieliczka Salt Mine. Thanks to Nollaig Sheehan who organised the trip.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Busy week for Exam students THIS week is a very intense and busy time for our State exam students with Leaving Certs having Oral Exams in German on Monday and Orals in French on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The Music practical is on Tuesday for the music students with deadline dates for history and geography projects this Friday. Junior Cert students have their Music practical on Thursday. BLESSING OF SCHOOL BUILDING Last Friday morning Fr. Michael Cullinan blessed the extension of the school and the Council Buildings in the presence of School Chaplain Caroline Flynn, representatives of the Board of Management and Parents’ Council, students, staff and Mr. Ring, Principal. RICE CUP Well done to the Rice Cup team who were victorious over CBS, Cork, in Fermoy last Thursday on a score of 7-9 to 1-11. They compete against Thurles CBS this week in the next round. TRANSITION YEAR NEWS Last Friday this group headed off on a guided walk

over the Comeragh Mountains and with the great weather on the day had a fantastic view over the Waterford area. A very enjoyable day was had by all. This week they head to Castletownroche Adventure Centre for a 3 day trip as part of their Gaisce Award programme with many group activities being organised for them during their stay. PARENTS’ COUNCIL HOSTING “LISMORE CASTLE AFTERNOON TEA” On Sunday, May 3rd, the Parent’ Council are inviting you to Afternoon Tea in the Banqueting Hall of Lismore Castle and a Walk of the Gardens. This event was a great success when held a number of years ago with many people taking in opportunity to tour the gardens, get a talk on the history of the castle and be served tea and refreshments. The cost per adult is €20 and per student is €10. Booking is essential for the event with limited places so we advise early booking by contacting the school at 53620 during school hours.

IMRAMMA FESTIVAL 2015 This year the Imramma Festival has organised an Essay writing competition as part of this year’s event. The essay is open to all students in the school with prizes in first year, in second/third year and in senior years. The theme of the essay is Travel, the key that unlocks the door to a world of possibilities. So get writing and all entries can be handed to Mr. Ring.

Extension blessing – Fr. M. Cullinan blesses the extension to Blackwater Community School.

TY Hike – Transition Year students as they head off for a hike over the Comeraghs last Friday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

GLENBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL

Seachtain na Gaeilge

RBS Six Nations Cup visits Glenbeg

Seisiun Cheoil

Teddy Bears Picnic

World Book Day

Spring Flowers

World Book Day 5th Class

Trรกith na gCeist winners

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Gaisce Award Hike 2014 The Ger Howley Cup for overall metalwork student – sponsored by Radley Engineering

Pictured above is Mr. Michael O’Brien, the Education Officer of Waterford and Wexford Educational Training Board, presenting Bill Brennan with the ‘Ger Howley Cup’ for his overall result in his Junior Certificate Metalwork. The cup was generously sponsored by the local company Radley Engineering and was named after the retired metalwork teacher, Ger Howley. The cup is an acknowledgement of not only the best results in the subject, but also the student’s effort and participation in the subject. Mr Kevin O’Donoghue is holding the model that Bill completed. The model is of a chinook helicopter which Bill submitted as part of his junior certificate metal work exam. The model was made using aluminium, brass, copper and steel. The project also contains a hand-held control console to operate the model.

OVER the Easter holiday fifteen students from Coláiste Chathail Naofa were busy completing their adventure journey hike for their Gaisce awards. Seven students were completing their Silver awards and the other eight were participating in their Bronze award. Day one saw the eight Bronze along with two Silver participants and three staff members hike from the Vee car park over the Knockmealdown Mountains into Melleray. The hike started off well but weather conditions changed throughout the hike and it made it a tougher challenge for the group. Apart from the driving wind rain and hailstones the spirits of the group remained high. After many cries of “are we there yet” or “where is that forest we should have reached an hour ago?” we eventually arrived back in Melleray. Day two saw five Silver participants and two staff members hiking along the St. Declan’s Way walk from Ardmore to Melleray. Thankfully, the weather conditions were better for this day, there were a few heavy scattered showers but

we were fortunately able to find shelter from these unlike the first day.The hike brought us through many localities across west Waterford including Ardmore. Grange, Clashmore, Ballinameela, Affane and finally Melleray. The hike took 8.5 hours which averaged out at just around 3 miles per hour over the whole journey. By the time we got back to Melleray all that was requested was dinner and bed. After dinner the group were joined by two more Silver participants and two bronze participants who would be taking part on Day 3. Spirits were high and the atmosphere were good. On the third day the hike took us on a nice short 14 mile hike along local roads, forest paths and river walks. Conditions weather wise were perfect for the hike. After about six long hours of walking we eventually arrived back. That evening the remainder of the group did a final check on the bikes for the next day’s journey. Day four saw three silver two bronze participants and two staff members cycle from Melleray to Cashel. The first part of the cycle

Pictured above are the students who recently participated in the Gaisce hike to Cashel. was tough on the legs as it was a gradual climb out to the border on the Newcastle road. From here it was freewheel all the way down into Newcastle. From Newcastle we cycled onto Ardfinnan via Goaten Bridge. After a short break in Ardfinnan we cycled onto Cahir where we had lunch by the beautiful scenic Cahir Castle. After lunch we headed off on our last stage of our journey which took us along the New Inn road from Cahir to Cashel. The participants and staff were very relieved to see

Adventure Journey Requirements. The Bronze participants were, Ross Mitchel,Chris O’Mahony, Daniel Drummey, Robert Jeanes, Josh Britton, Shauna Young, Pawel Chrzastek and Alex Pavuk. The Silver participants were Ryan Pratt, Andrew O’Donnell, Blake Blakely, John Cliffe, Joseph Power Megan Heeran and Aine Walsh. A special thanks to the staff members who were made up of teachers and PLC students who without their help we would not have been able to run this event.

County Waterford Beekeepers’ Association mark Arbor Week EVERY year Co. Waterford Beekeepers’ Association mark Arbor Week by planting shrubs and trees valuable to bees in order to raise awareness of the environmental advantages of bees in our world. On Thursday, 26th March, the Co.Waterford Beekeepers’ Association planted a mountain ashe tree in the grounds of Coláiste Chathail Naofa.The WBKA will also be providing a plaque that will give the name of the tree in English, Irish and Latin, Arbor Week 2015, the name of the Association and the name of the Sponsors. During the planting ceremony the first year students who planted the tree Coláiste Chathail Naofa agreed to look after the tree in the years ahead.

Study Skills Day Pictured above is Bernard Thompson and some of the Leaving Certificate students at Coláiste Chathail Naofa that took part in a study skills workshop with the Amazing Brains Company. This company has developed an extensive range of research informed educational programmes that are interactive, practical, relevant and highly engaging. During the workshop, students immersed themselves in action packed challenging activities related to achieving success in exams. Students were given useful tips on dealing with exam stress and anxiety, sitting the exam and time management tips.

the Rock of Cashel in the distance as they struggled over the brow of the final hill before their decent into Cashel. After we took photos at the rock of Cashel and had loaded up the bikes we had a trip to McDonalds before heading back to Melleray and home after that. I would like to congratulate all the Gaisce Award participants and say well done for their efforts. Conditions weather-wise and other ways were tough going over the four days and I am proud to say you have all achieved your

Pictured above is Mr John Cunningham, Chair, County Waterford Beekeepers’ Association, and Mr. Jim Claxton, President of the WBKA, with a group of students from Coláiste Chathail Naofa and Mr. Danny Cunningham, Principal.

Pictured above is guest historian Mr. Gerard McCarthy with history teacher Ms. Coughlan and some fifth year students.

Guest Historian gives lecture on 1916 rising ON Wednesday, 15th April, Gerard McCarthy visited our Junior Cert and 5th Year History classes. Gerard has made a film of the events which led to the 1916 rising. The film covered events from 1897 up to 1922.This film covered the events such as fight for Home Rule up to and including 1922. The film showed events that unfolded in relation to the failed Easter Rising and the execution of the main leaders at Kilmainham jail which caused a public outcry amongst the Irish people. Gerard’s film, “A Birth of a Nation” really focuses on the events after the rising as well and is a great revision for Junior and Senior cycle students. Students enjoyed the experience and we had a question and answer session at the end of the visit. The visit was organised by the History Department represented by Sineád Coughlan Murphy, Niamh Fitzgerald and our Librarian Jessica Whelan.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

ST. JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

John McGuire being brave with two snakes during a hands-on animal demonstration in Coláiste Chathail Naofa.

Irish rugby captain Niamh Briggs pictured with the Six Nations trophy with the pupils and staff of St. Joseph's Primary School.

Learning with iPads AFTER completion of staff training and setting up robust procedures for managing the devices, our iPads are now time-tabled for use in all the classes. The boys are very excited about using them, and consider many of the apps to be games, without even realising they are practising skills and learning. The iPads are also a great addition to our literacy Power Hours, as they provide another reading medium that the boys find engaging.We also

plan to use them for listening to audiobooks to improve listening and oral language skills. As we build up a collection of apps, we expect that the iPads will deliver even greater educational benefits. This project would not have been possible without help and funding from a number of sources.We sincerely thank our Parents' Council, PPI Adhesive Products, East Cork Oil, and a number of anonymous donors for their generosity in helping

to purchase this technology for our school. MY TRIP TO LOURDES At 3.30 a.m. on Easter Sunday morning, the bus picked me up and brought me to Cork airport. I was travelling to Lourdes with the Irish Pilgrimage Trust. I was very excited as it was my first time on a plane.When we arrived in Lourdes we went straight to our hotel to have lunch. The food in our hotel was different, but nice.We went to the Grotto every day. We also went to the candlelight procession and the baths. We visited the Museum of St. Bernadette and her birthplace, Bolly Mill. We had fun doing activities such as soccer, rounders, water fights and snowball fights up in the Pyrenees Mountains. On Wednesday we had a lovely mass on the mountain with a group from Co. Cork. On Thursday we went to the International Mass which had over six thousand people there, and I got to hold my group's banner. We also visited the basilica and the stations of the cross. On my last day we visited the City of the Poor and had a lovely Mass with Bishop Donal from Derry. We went shopping and I got gifts for all my family. We then went to the Grotto for

the last time to light a candle and say a prayer. I really enjoyed my time in Lourdes and made lots of new friends. I hope to go back soon as a Carer. We also learned a song called "Rise and Shine". I arrived back in Ireland tired but very happy on Saturday morning. [Michael Lynch, 6th class] SPORTING ACTIVITIES The boys who will be

Daryl Swales playing a spelling game on an iPad.

representing St. Joseph's in the upcoming West Waterford Primary School Sports are training hard. They train every Monday afternoon after school under guidance from our sports co-ordinator Ms. Shalloe and parent Michelle O'Connell, to whom we are very grateful. Our school hurling team are also training on Wednesday afternoons. They have two matches coming up on 24th and 20th March. Many thanks to Ms. Shalloe and Ms. McGrath for giving up their time after school to train the team. GREEN SCHOOLS NEWS We held our annual spring clean last week as part of our Green Schools work.Well done to all the boys who collected litter in and around the school grounds.The overall winners in the transport slogan contest were Matthew Power, Patrick Kenneally and D.J. Casey. Our Green Schools coordinator Ms. Ryan has now submitted our application for our 4th Green Flag for sustainable transport. Fingers crossed! NEWS SNIPPETS The whole school when Irish rugby captain Niamh Briggs visited us with the Six Nations trophy. The boys asked Niamh some very relevant

questions about her experience and she was delighted that they showed so much interest in rugby. All classes are enjoying Irish dancing lessons with Patricia Leahy over the next few weeks. These lessons cover the dance strand of the PE curriculum and are also relevant to rhythm in the music curriculum. Ms. O'Brien's class enjoyed a trip to Coláiste Chathail Naofa last week for a hands-on animal demonstration. They got to

handle snakes, owls, rabbits, lizards and a hedgehog. Some boys were braver than others! Many thanks to Danny Cunningham and his staff for their hospitality. We send very best wishes to our 2nd class pupils as they make their First Communion in the Parish Church this Saturday.We hope the boys and their families find the ceremony spiritually fulfilling and that they enjoy the rest of the day afterwards.

Jake O'Riordan and Eoin O'Callaghan using iPads for reading e-books during the literacy Power Hour with TY work experience student Adam Power.

Matthew Power won first prize in the Parents' Council Easter raffle.

3rd class pupils Patrick Walkowiak, Adam Marks, Jamie Hickey and Leon Maye planting onions in our raised bed with our caretaker Paddy.

Winners in the transport slogan competition: Matthew Power, Patrick Kenneally and D. J. Casey.

Spring cleaning in our Garden of Inclusion.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Ten schools in County Waterford to take part in Tech Week 2015 Over 80,000 pupils nationwide to take part in technology festival THIS week will see students from 10 schools in Co. Waterford take part in Tech Week 2015.Tech Week is Ireland’s festival of technology aimed at students, parents, and the public. It takes place from 26th April – 2nd May, 2015, supported by the SFI Discover programme and tech industry sponsors including Salesforce, Google, Lero and Púca. Organised by the Irish Computer Society, Tech Week 2015 will involve over 80,000 primary and post-primary pupils all over Ireland in a huge range of fun activities including the finals of tech events that have been running throughout the past year. Tech Week provides hands-on opportunities to learn about how computing and related technology are shaping every area of life. The aim is to stimulate thinking around future opportunities for study and careers in technology, through learning in the wider areas of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects. You can learn all about Tech Week 2015 by

downloading the Tech Week App through Google Play and the iOS App store, visiting www.techweek.ie, facebook.com Dr. Abigail Ruth Freeman, Director of Strategy and Communications of Science Foundation Ireland said: “Science Foundation Ireland is delighted to continue our support of Tech Week, now in its second year.Technology is rapidly changing and shaping society. Tech Week helps to highlight how technology contributes to peoples' lives, and the breadth of opportunities and careers available in this sector to young people.” Tom O’Sullivan, Deputy CEO, Irish Computer Society said, “We are delighted that so many students from Co. Waterford will be taking part in Tech Week. We hope that they learn a lot during the week, and gain confidence in their ability to make technology a part of their future.” “Tech Week is a fun festival of technology with a serious ambition. Ireland needs over 45,000

The children of Ballymacarbry Montessori School were very busy this Easter....they baked some yummy chocolate buns and enjoyed an Easter Egg hunt at the Community Centre! Easter Egg Hunt.

Well done to the Garden and Green Schools Club in Carriglea NS who won a special prize in the Mobile Garden Schools competition in the Festival of Food.

skilled new ICT professionals by 2018 to fuel the continuing growth of our economy. The current generation of children and teens are ‘digital natives’ but instead of just using technology it’s important for them to understand that it can enable and enrich their lives through their own productivity and creativity. We want young people and parents to understand the opportunity that exists and to figure out if technology is for them at an early stage. They can then choose the right subjects and make college decisions on an informed basis around all that technology has to offer.” Tech Week 2015 aims to encourage female students in particular to explore technology. Currently less than 20% of computing students are female which is truly surprising as the tech sector is full of equal opportunities. Tech Week 2015 has created a series of videos of technology industry participants which can be accessed through www.techweek.ie

The children of Ballymacarbry Montessori School were very busy this Easter … they baked some yummy chocolate buns and enjoyed an Easter Egg hunt at the Community Centre! Easter Cooking: Austin Walsh and Sam Tobin Cullinan.

During Tech Week, Dublin Castle will be the venue for super events and finals on 29th and 30th April including the F1 in Schools finals (pupils use CAD to design and race model F1 cars), National Young Tech Entrepreneur finals, Scratch Coding Finals and a myriad of gadgets, gizmos, talks and technology. Activity packs are available to order at www.techweek.ie and include suggestions for interactive classroom activities and promotional materials such as the Tech Week Window, Activity Booklet and Tech Week poster. The fun and engaging Tech Week app will be available to download during the week from Google Play and the iOS App Store. The following schools in Co. Waterford are registered to take part in Tech Week 2015 activities: Ballyduff NS, Access IT, CoderDojo Tramore, CoderDojo Dungarvan, Skills u like, Mount Sion Primary School, Ballyduff NS, Access IT Ltd., St. Declan’s N.S., Kilmacthomas Primary School.

St. Declan’s Kilmacthomas Transition Year Show 2015 "Top of the World" – Kate Shanahan singing "Battles" with her class 44. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Modeligo NS Confirmation Class group. The Confirmation Celebrant was Most Rev. Alphonsus Cullinan, Bishop of Waterford and [Eleanor Ryan] Lismore. Also included are Rev. John Kiely, P.P.; Rev. Robert Arthure, P.E., and Class teacher Caoimhe Ni Churraoin.

SCHOOLS / OBITUARY ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Transition Year Journalism Competition CONGRATULATIONS to Muireann Walsh who recently won a competition held by All the Young Blues, West Waterford GAA and Lifestyle website. The competition was aimed at providing students with an interest in journalism an opportunity to show their ability and to develop a media portfolio. The competition was open to Transition Year students across West Waterford. It involved students entering articles relevant to any topics covering sports or lifestyle. The articles submitted were published in the All the Young Blues website, Muireann entered four articles on the topics of; Culture in Ireland, Modeligo’s Road to Birmingham, Underage Drinking and Player Burnout. Muireann was presented with her prize by David Prendergast of All the Young Blues. Congratulations again to Muireann and we wish her all the best for any future endeavours in journalism. NO NAME CLUB NATIONAL FINALS We would like to congratulate Líadain Nic Dhonncha, 5th Year, on making it to the No Name Club National Youth Finals in recognition of the work she has done for the local community. We wish Líadain all the best for the final. TY HAIR CARE On the morning of 13th April, Eleanor Power of the Colour Room Dungarvan spoke to both TY classes about hair care. We discussed the care of our hair and learned that

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

REBECCA KIRBY 5 Estuary Heights, Dungarvan With deep regret we record the passing of Rebecca Kirby which sad event occurred on Friday, 17th April, 2015. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Tuesday morning at 10.30 a.m. to St. Mary’s Parish Church for Funeral Mass on arrival at 11.00 a.m. Cremation will take place at the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, at 1.30 p.m. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

SALLY WALSH (nee Liddane) Park Terrace, Dungarvan, and formerly of Ballinroad With great sadness we recall the death of Sally Walsh who died peacefully in the Bons Secours Hospital, Cork, on 31st March after a brief illness. Sally will be greatly missed by her sons Michael, David and Raymond and her daughter Elizabeth; her brother Fr. Ray Liddane; sisters Pauline, Claire and Josephine; daughters-in-law Monica, Ursula and Luna; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives and many friends. Sally’s removal took place on Good Friday from her home to St. Mary’s Parish Church where the Liturgy of the Word was celebrated by Fr. Ray. Bishop Lee presided at the ceremony, after which Sally was laid to rest in the adjoining ceremony. Her Funeral Mass – Mass of the Resurrection – was celebrated on Easter Monday morning – the principal celebrant being Fr. Ray, assisted by the Priests of the Parish and his Priest colleagues. May she rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Muireann Walsh pictured with Mrs. Hughes (Principal) and David Prendergast (owner of All the Young Blues Media). the necessary amount of shampoo is only a pea size. She advised on dying hair and about the care of roots and re-dying. Before Eleanor finished she demonstrated the art of perfect

GHD curls and we even got to try ourselves. We also had the opportunity to ask her any questions we had. Muireann Walsh, 4th Year.

St. Mary’s Waterford Arts Just think of it! Parish Church, Bursaries Dungarvan WATERFORD City & County Council’s Arts Office has announced details of a stream of Bursary supports available to Waterford artists in association with national resource organisations. Bursaries are now available for attendance at the following Summer Schools 2015. The Drama League of Ireland Summer School at the University of Limerick. The Irish Youth Choir Summer School. The National Youth Orchestra of Ireland Summer School. The Blas Traditional Irish Summer School at the University of Limerick. In addition, applications are invited for residencies at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre, the artists workplace at Annaghmakerrig, Co. Monaghan to take place anytime during 2015. Application forms and guidelines for all these bursaries are available for download on www.waterfordcouncil.ie and waterfordarts.com or by contacting the Arts Office on 058/41416 or 051/849678. The closing date for receipt of completed submissions is 12 noon on Wednesday, 29th April, 2015. The Arts Office acknowledges the support of the Arts Council/An Chomhairle Ealaíon to their annual arts programme.

Waterford students win top prizes in Texaco Art competition TWO Waterford students have won top prizes in this year’s 61st Texaco Children’s Art Competition. Both winners of Special Merit Awards, they are Reece Arrigan (13) and Olivia Queally (13), both from Waterpark College, Park Road. A total of 469 students from Co.Waterford entered paintings in the Competition. Prizes will be presented at an awards ceremony in Dublin next month when all of the 126 top prize-winners will be in attendance.

I WANT to offer an opinion: a very quick way of losing faith in God is to give up going to Mass … What do you think? It seems to me that if you don’t go to Mass for an appreciable length of time, you find that the idea of God, and everything connected with God, begins to have no interest for you, no place in your life.You seem to be getting on O.K. without God, so it does seem that God isn’t really needed in your life, so why bother? To put it this way: you don’t deliberately abandon belief in God, you just discover that it has happened, creeping into your life. I suggest that it’s like lighting the fire in the evening: then you go away, forgetting about it, and when you go back the fire is black, having died of malnutrition! Faith has to be kept alive: that’s why daily prayers aren’t just to bring you good luck, they should be the nourishment that keeps your relationship with God alive. When your relationship with God fades away, Mass, Holy Communion, Confession seem to lose their meaning and their power to move your heart. Perhaps this is why many people who attend a Funeral Mass or a Wedding Mass quite clearly don’t know how to behave at Mass, they feel uncomfortable with all this kneeling and standing up and so on. In their estimation there’s nothing happening at Mass except a seemingly unending lot of words. I suggest therefore that the Church needs, not to persuade such people to start going to Sunday Mass, but to convert them all over again to believe in God and in Jesus Christ, to relight the fire of faith. To such a person who might feel the wish to come back to their old belief, I respectfully suggest that they say the “Our Father” slowly and thoughtfully every day, and wait for God to react. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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FOURTH Sunday of Easter – Acts 4:8-12 This is the only name by which we can be saved. 1 John 3:1-2 We shall see God as he really is. John 10:11-18 The good shepherd is one who lays down his life for his sheep. From Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan First Words as Bishop – “We reach out to those who have turned away from the practice of the faith, many of whom are in our own families and parish communities. How can we walk with them in a way that will help them to see once more the beauty of following Jesus? We are called to step out from the doors of the Church to bring Christ to all we meet. This is our mission: to be filled with Christ and to bring Him to others. Christ has no body now but yours and mine ….. So let us walk together and in the words of the brave young Donal Walsh so we can “climb God’s mountain.” Go raibh maith agaibh agus beannacht Dé oraibh go léir.” Easter Collection – Please continue to return your Easter Collection Envelope for the support of the Priests of the Parish.

Easter Garden – We invite you to visit the Easter Garden at the top of the church in front of St. Joseph’s statue. Please continue to return your Trócaire Boxes to the sacristy or parish office.Your contributions are greatly appreciated. Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help continues each Monday at 7.30 p.m. until June 8th. No Morning Mass on Mondays during the novena. National Eucharistic Adoration – Pilgrimage to Knock Shrine on Sunday next, April 26th. 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, 24 April, 2015

JOSEPHINE ROCHE Southways and formerly Ballymulalla, Cappagh It is with feelings of profound regret we record the death of Josephine Roche, Southways and formerly Ballymulalla, Cappagh, which sad event occurred on Thursday, 2nd April, 2015, at Waterford Regional Hospital. Josephine was well known in the area, a member of a well known and respected family. She possessed many fine qualities, a most unassuming lady, always hard working and industrious. Her passing is much regretted, not only by her sorrowing family, but also by her many friends. May she rest in peace. Following Rosary on Holy Saturday evening, recited by Fr. O’Connor, P.P., also in attendance was Fr. Fitzgerald, P.E., her remains were removed to the Church of the Assumption, Aglish, where they were received and blessed on arrival by Fr. O’Connor, P.P., assisted by Fr. Fitzgerald, P.E., and followed by a large cortege. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Sunday morning by Fr. O’Connor after which interment took place in the adjoining cemetery, again in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners.The lesson were read by James Walsh. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Philomena Walsh. Offertory gifts were brought by Jim Walsh and Philomena Clinch. The chief mourners were – James, Frank and David (brothers); Brenda and Margaret (sisters); Jim and Michael (uncles); Philomena (aunt); nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MATTHEW (Sonny) WHELAN Glenanore, Ballymacarbry With deep sorrow and regret we record the passing of Matthew (Sonny) Whelan, late of Glenanore, Ballymacarbry, which sad event occurred peacefully at his home on Thursday, 19th March, 2015. R.I.P. Reposing at Condon’s Funeral Home, Clonmel, Rosary was recited on Thursday evening and following funeral prayers on Friday evening removal took place to St. Helena’s Church, Nire Valley. The remains were received and blessed by Fr. Connie Kelleher, P.P., Touraneena / The Nire. After Funeral Mass for the happy repose of Sonny’s soul, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. Deep sympathy is extended to his sons Kevin and Paddy; daughters Carmel and Helena; their families, relatives and friends. The Month’s Mind Mass for the repose of Sonny’s soul will be celebrated on Thursday, 23rd April, 2015, at 7.30 p.m., in St. Helena’s Church, Nire Valley. (Funeral arrangements were by Condon’s Funeral Directors, Clonmel).

MARY (Monnie) WALSH (nee Fitzgerald) Ballybrien, Ballymacarbry, and formerly of Salterbridge, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford

OBITUARY JEREMIAH (Jerh) ORMOND Poulbautia, Cappoquin With sadness and regret we record the passing of Jeremiah (Jerh) Ormond, Poulbautia, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, husband of the late Mary (nee Burke), which sad event occurred peacefully on 17th April, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford. Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening by Rosary Committee member Danny Coughlan in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Sunday evening Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends, before removal took place to St. John the Baptist Church, Affane. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P. Symbols representing his life were presented to the Altar by Jeremiah’s grandchildren Conor – a tray of soil; Sean – a newspaper; Aislinn – a packet of bourbon biscuits; and T. J. – a walking stick.These were narrated by daughter Marie. Readings were recited by son Tom and grand-daughter Roisin. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Mairead, Ciara, Siobhan, Aoife, Olivia and Niamh. Soloist Andree Cunningham and organist Mairead Cullinane provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Funeral Mass.The offertory gifts were presented to the Altar by grandchildren Sinead, Muireann and Saoirse. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Jeremiah was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and a large cortege of mourners. Nephew Philip McCarthy delivered a graveside oration paying a lovely tribute to the gentleman that Jeremiah was. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Kathleen Moore, Helen Baverstock, Maria Jackson, Joan Cahillane and Patricia Boyce; son Tom; sister Joan Lyons (New Zealand); sons-in-law Pat Moore, Gary Baverstock, Steve Jackson, Maurice Cahillane and Martin Boyce; daughter-in-law Marie; grandchildren, great-grand-daughter, brother-in-law Francis Burke; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

TIMOTHY (Tim) DOYLE Chapel Street, Tallow, and Killowen, Blarney, Co. Cork We record with sadness the passing Timothy (Tim) Doyle, Chapel Street, Tallow, and Killowen, Blarney, Co. Cork, which sad event occurred unexpectedly on 17th April, 2015. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Tuesday evening, Rosary and prayers was recited in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on (this) Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow. Followed by burial in All Saints Cemetery, Garrycloyne, Blarney. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughter Sharon; brothers, sisters, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

PADDY BUCKLEY Geosh, Aglish, Cappoquin, and The Forge, Knockanore, Co. Waterford

It is with feelings of profound sorrow and deep regret that we record the passing of Mary (Monnie) Walsh (nee Fitzgerald), Ballybrien, Ballymacarbry, and formerly of Salterbridge, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Patrick Joseph, which sad event occurred peacefully on 12th April, 2015, in St. Joseph’s Hospital, Clonmel, surrounded by her loving family. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Thursday evening Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Followed by removal to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, where on arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. G. Desmond, P.P. Funeral Mass on Friday morning by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. Readings during the Mass were recited by Gina McGrath and P. J. McGrath. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Tom McGrath and Mary Lynagh. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by Rita Ryan and Finola Savage. Followed Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Declan’s Cemetery, Cappoquin. Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., officiated the graveside prayers where Monnie was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving son Brendan; daughter Michelle; daughter-in-law Aoife; grandchildren Conor and Ella; sister-in-law Margaret (Mayo); nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace.

With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Paddy Buckley, Geosh, Aglish, Cappoquin, and The Forge, Knockanore, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 18th April, 2015, at the Mercy Hospital Cork. Reposing at his home The Forge, Knockanore, Rosary and funeral prayers was recited on Sunday evening by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. On Monday evening before removal took place to The Church Of The Scared Heart, Knockanore, Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P., recited funeral prayers. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday afternoon. Dina Walshe provided a selection of hymns and music throughout the Funeral Mass. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in Affane Cemetery where Paddy was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives and many friends. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving wife Mary (nee Prendergast); sons Pat, John, Gabriel, and James; daughters Paula, Kay Hannigan, Mary Colbert, Carol, Eileen Butler and Deirdre; brother Jim; daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, grandchildren, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

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

55 MARY MURPHY 10 St. Garvan’s Terrace, Dungarvan, and formerly The Railway Lodge, The Causeway, Abbeyside It is with feelings of profound regret we record the passing of Mary Murphy, 10 St. Garvan’s Terrace, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on Sunday, 29th March, 2015, at Waterford University Hospital, peacefully surrounded by her loving family whom she loved and adored dearly. Mary Murphy or foxy Mary Power, as she was known in her earlier years, she was born to parents Mikey and Bridie Power and was reared in Dungarvan. She married Johnny Murphy in 1953 and they had a daughter Baby Anne who died in infancy. She then went on to have three sons who she dedicated her life to. Mary led a simple life, she gave years living in the Railway Lodge in Abbeyside where she opened the gates to leave the trains go through on a daily basis. As she said on several occasions she had the railway, the road and the tide and three young fellas to deal with. In 1971 they moved from Abbeyside to 10 St. Garvan’s Terrace because the railway was closing and CIE would demolish the Lodge. It was the end of an era for Mary, but also the beginning of another chapter in her life. Johnny pre-deceased her in 1979. Her house was always full and always a pot of stew on the cooker for all the boys that came in after a hard day pheasant and duck shooting. When the boys married and the grandchildren and great grandchildren came along, she put every waking minute and every shilling she had into them. Christmas and birthday presents were got way in advance of their due dates. Her kindness didn’t stop there, she reared her sister Rita’s two boys, Glen and Eugene, as their dad Tommy and Rita were in failing health and when Rita’s health went completely almost ten years ago, she cared for her day and night and protested to the last when eventually Rita had to go into long-term care, as at that stage Mary’s own health was also starting to deteriorate. The boys took it in turns as did her grandchildren to stay with her at night until 2014 when she moved in with Tom and Carmel until Friday, 27th March, 2014, when she went to WRH. Mary was a lady who never did wrong to anybody. Her passing is much regretted. May she rest in peace with all who have gone before her, especially her husband Johnny; daughter Anne; grandchild Brendan and her beloved daughter-in-law Sylvia. The Rosary was recited on Monday night, 30th March, 2015, by family and friends at Drohan’s Funeral Home. Removal was on Tuesday evening, attended by Fr. Ryan. Lorna Jane Daly sang beautiful hymns as Mary was carried shoulder high by her brother Gusty, nephews Glenn and Eugene Kiely, John and Kevin Power and Ger Walsh, to the door of St. Mary’s Parish Church and then by her sons Micheal, Paddy and Tom and grandsons John, Derek and David Murphy. Requiem Mass was held on Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m., celebrated by Fr. Ryan and attended by Fr. Richard Geoghegan. Mary was taken from the church by her daughters-in-law Carmel and Alice Murphy, grand-daughter Donna Murphy, grand-daughter-in-law Katrina Murphy and nieces Breda Fitzgerald and Mary Walsh. Mary was then laid to rest by her three sons Micheal, Paddy and Tom and three grandsons John, Derek and David at the old churchyard alongside her beloved daughter-in-law Sylvia Murphy. During Requiem Mass, the lesson was read by Derek Murphy and Noreen Power. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Sam Murphy-Lucas, Dylan Murphy, Mary Walsh and Margurite Moore. Offertory procession was by Áine Murphy and Ryan Cummins and gifts were presented by Emma Murphy, Naomi Cummins, Sean Murphy-Keeley and Elysia Flynn. Hymns and psalm were sung by Lorna Jane Daly and the Eulogy was given by Mary’s nephew Kevin Power. The chief mourners were – Micheal, Paddy and Tom Murphy (sons); Carmel and Alice Murphy (daughters-in-law); Amanda, John, Emma, Áine, David, Karen, Derek, Donna, Stephen and Nikita (grandchildren); Dylan, Darragh, Brandon, Sean, Breon, Keeley, Elysia, Angel, Ryan, Naomi, Sam, Leon and Mark (great grandchildren); Gusty Power (brother); Rita Kiely and Nonie Wall (sisters); Noreen Power and Rita Power (sisters-in-law); and all her nieces and nephews. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

DEREK GAMESTER Comeragh Crescent, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Derek Gamester which sad event occurred on Saturday, 18th April, 2015. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home, on Thursday from 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. with Service at 7.30 p.m. Removal on Friday at 1.30 p.m. to St. Mary’s Church of Ireland. Funeral Service on arrival at 2.00 p.m. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his relatives and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

FARMING

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … IFA to host major international conference examining fertiliser costs and competition

Andrew Purcell (left) and Alf McGlew (far right) with Ministers Coveney (2nd from right) and Nash (2nd from left), participating in a ‘Farm Safety Walk’ which took place on Andrew and Alf’s partnership farm at Grangebellew, Co. Louth. The walk was hosted by the HSA and Teagasc to launch Farm safety Fortnight.

Ministers Coveney and Nash join farm walk to promote safety MINISTERS Coveney and Nash officially launched ‘Farm Safety Fortnight’, part of the Health and Safety Authority’s (HSA) farm safety initiative for 2015. The Ministers were participating in a ‘farm safety walk’, hosted by Teagasc, taking place on the farm of Andrew Purcell and Alf McGlew, who are farming in partnership at Grangebellew, Co. Louth. To demonstrate their ongoing support for farm safety, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine, Simon Coveney TD and the Minister for Business and Employment, Ged Nash TD joined together with local farmers and members of the Farm Safety Partnership to look at key messages and areas of risk on the farm. There were four key areas were covered during the walk; yard and building design, tractors and machinery, live-

stock handling and slurry management. “The number of farm accidents are unacceptably high on Irish Farms and it is important that we collectively work to improve our safety record’, Minister Coveney outlined. “I have provided a substantial grant aid scheme to support safer farms and it is my intention to provide further support in 2015 but it is equally important that farmers themselves increase awareness of farm safety,” Minister Coveney added. Speaking about working with all stakeholders to improve safety on farms Minister Nash said: “I think that ‘partnership’ is the key word here today. I am very happy to see the various stakeholders, who work through the Farm Safety Partnership to collectively improve safety on our farms, supporting this message”.

Minister Nash added, ‘While inspection and enforcement are important they are just part of a mix that includes prevention and partnership initiatives. Farmers, their families and the wider community can all play a supportive role in raising awareness about improving standards in farming from the ground up.” The Farm Safety Partnership, which is made up of the major stakeholders, has been instrumental in providing guidance and advice that is straightforward, practical and easily implemented and brings together the various stakeholders from government, industry and farming bodies to work together on farm safety. The HSA also plans to carry out 500 visits during farm safety fortnight, focusing on areas such as tractor maintenance including

ensuring serviceable handbrake, animal handling facilities including facilities for calving, adequate guarding of PTOs and other areas of safety. Minister Coveney outlined, “I believe we are seeing real engagement now at ground level and what I saw today is further evidence of that. For my part I will continue to support farm partnerships and the development of safety awareness through farmer engagements in Knowledge Transfer groups that we will be setting up across the sectors”. Ministers Nash and Coveney also reaffirmed that they would continue to work closely together in this important area of farm safety. Further information on farm safety visit; www.hsa.ie/eng/Your_Ind ustry/Agriculture_Forestry

Glanbia Holdings milk prices through early peak sets the tone for all other Co-Ops – O’Leary IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has said the move by Glanbia to ensure that suppliers will receive the same price for their milk through the early peak (March to May inclusive) was a valuable commitment in the immediate

aftermath of the end of quotas. He called on all co-ops to ensure that their suppliers could benefit from the same level of stability through this challenging period. “It is important to recognise that all dairy farmers need the certainty of sta-

ble milk incomes over the next couple of months, as they enter the post quota era,” he said. Mr. O’Leary urged all co-ops to take note of the GII move, and to ensure that they too provide stability for their suppliers through peak.

THE consolidation of the fertiliser industry has eliminated effective competition in the market and is impacting very negatively on farm incomes and the wider agri-industry, IFA President Eddie Downey has warned. The IFA President was speaking ahead of a major conference to be hosted by the IFA later this month, at which market concentration among the major fertiliser manufacturers and mechanisms to restore competition in the market will be examined by key international speakers. Mr Downey said the changed support environment for farmers under the reformed Common Agricultural Policy has brought the impact that input costs have on margins into much sharper focus. “The ongoing consolidation of the world’s fertiliser industry, and increasing market concentration among fewer players, is resulting in higher farm gate prices. Changes to EU regulations are needed to address market concentration and the unbalanced power held by a small number of multinational input suppliers. The Government and agrifood industry must engage with the EU Commission to tackle the major cartels controlling, in particular, the supply and price of fertiliser. The EU’s DG Competition must examine why there is a disparity on fertiliser pricing.” The IFA President welcomed Commissioner Hogan’s commitment to raise competition in the Fertilizer sector with EU Commissioner for Competition, Margrethe Vestager. Downey pointed out that since 2005, total expenditure by Irish farmers on inputs has increased in excess of 50%, from €3.7b to €5.7b, representing over 70% of the farm-gate value of output produced. He said, “Fertiliser, as the second biggest expenditure on farms, has seen prices increase by over 75% during the same period - to over €600m in 2014. Meanwhile, farm incomes over the same period have fallen by more than 20%. “Ammonia used to produce urea and nitrates is particularly energy dependent and natural gas accounts for over 75% of ammonia production costs. Despite a 30% plus fall in the average wholesale gas price for 2014, European nitrogen manufacturers increased wholesale CAN and urea prices by 5% to 10%.” Conference Details IFA President, Eddie Downey and IFA Inputs Chairman James McCarthy will lead a panel of international speakers including. Maximo Torero, International Food Policy Research Institute;

Nikolay Mizulin, Partner Mayer Brown; and, Max Schulman, Chairman CopaCogeca Cereals Working Group. The IFA International Fertiliser Conference will be of interest to farmers, agri-merchants, co-ops and suppliers in addition to food and drinks manufacturers and processors and EU and Government policy makers. The conference will take place in the Heritage Hotel, Killenard, Portlaoise on April 30th, commencing at 4.30 p.m. Full details are available at www.ifa.ie

Minister must get all farm schemes moving now that EU RDP letter of comfort has been issued IFA President Eddie Downey said confirmation of the letter of comfort from the EU Commission to Ireland for our seven-year, €4bn RDP 2014-2020, must be seized upon by the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to put in place all rural development schemes without delay. Eddie Downey said it was vitally important that the outstanding schemes such as TAMS, Knowledge Transfer, Beef Data and Genomics, targeted agri environment schemes and ANC improvements on off shore islands are implemented. It is now up to Minister Coveney to ensure that farmers have access to all schemes under the RDP. Meanwhile, IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy said that clarification on the land eligibility must be immediately sorted out as there is a lot of uncertainty among farmers who want to avail of both Pillar I and Pillar II schemes in 2015. “The lack of clarity on this issue has led to disallowances in the past. No farmer should have a fine imposed restrospectively, and individual farmers and the country cannot be exposed in the future.” IFA Hill Committee Chairman Pat Dunne said that one of the issues which has to be addressed is securing a payment for private non designated mountain land which the current GLAS scheme excludes. Also the GLAS+ €2,000 top-up should be available to more farmers and the targeted output scheme should play an important role for farmers who have a lot of designated land. Pat Dunne said that the flexibilities in place for commonage farmers should ensure that more farmers in these areas will qualify for the maximum payment of €5,000. The payment for commonage areas will be paid on the gross area which will be important for increasing the payment at farm level.

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NPA MD Anna May McHugh, with accountant Tom Mason and NPA Directors Eddie Hally, Tom Fahy, Patsy Condron, Denis Keohane, John Whelan, P. .J Lynam (Chairman); Mick Mahon and James Sutton at the launch of the trade pack for the National Ploughing Championships to be held at Ratheniska, Co. Laois, 22nd–24th September, 2015. [Alf Harvey/HRPhoto.ie]

Almost two in three dairy farmers plan increased milk output post quota ALMOST two-thirds of Irish dairy farmers plan to increase milk output post quota, taking advantage of what many dairy farmers perceive the greatest opportunity for the sector in the short/medium term. Younger farmers and those in the Leinster region are planning the greatest increases in milk supplies, according to new research carried out by Ipsos MRBI for Allied Irish Banks (AIB). Farmers in Connaught/Ulster are least likely to consider an increase in milk output. Overall, the research found that

almost half (49%) of those planning increased supplies expect to increase output by up to 10% in the next five years; while over one in ten (13%) expect to increase output by more than thirty per cent on existing levels. Expanding herd size was the principal strategy for increased milk output among farmers in Leinster, while increasing milk yield per cow; improving on-farm efficiencies and grass utilisation were more commonly cited by farmers in the Munster region.

Anne Finnegan, AIB’s Head of Agri Sector, said:“While the opportunity to increase output is open to all dairy farmers, it is important to remember that increased farm profitability is as dependent on cost control and technical management as it is on scale. The priority should be to improve and maximise existing efficiencies before considering expansion. Dairy farmers should aim to become “Better Before Bigger.’’ “As the number one bank for Irish dairy farmers, AIB are com-

mitted to supporting the continued development of the sector at this time of opportunity. I would encourage farmers contemplating farm investment or seeking additional working capital to contact AIB to see how best we can support their individual needs,” she added. AIB last year announced a €500 million fund and a doubling of its Agri-advisor team to greater support the investment and working capital needs of the Agri-sector at farm level.

Glanbia to continue to hold manufacturing milk price at 30.5 cpl (incl VAT) for March, April & May supplies THE Board of Glanbia Co-operative Society Limited has taken a decision to provide support to members, so that the manufacturing milk price for March supplies will remain at the current level (30.5 cent per litre including VAT). This follows a decision taken recently by Glanbia Ingredients Ireland (GII) to reduce the base milk price for March by 1.0 cpl to 29.5 cpl including VAT, due to the current weakness in global dairy prices. Glanbia Co-op will pay members, who supply manufacturing and liquid milk (and who have signed a Milk Supply Agreement), a bonus of 1.0 cpl (including VAT) for March supplies. The Society Board made clear its intention to

take such action at its meeting in February 2015 to ensure that milk prices remained stable for the first three months of the year. The Society Board has also decided to provide support, if necessary, so that the milk price paid for April supplies will also remain at the current level (30.5 cpl including VAT). The Board also stated its further commitment to keeping the price for May supplies at the same level in the absence of any significant unforeseen circumstances. Commenting, Chairman Liam Herlihy said, “The Society Board is pleased to be in a position to support our members at this transitional period in the Irish dairy sector.

We have just come to the end of the quota era and we believe that providing as much certainty as possible on milk price will underpin farmer confidence at this important time. The Board has made this decision to recognise the commitment and loyalty of our supplier base at a time of significant growth and investment in the sector.” As previously stated milk suppliers to GII who have signed a Milk Supply Agreement and who become members of the Society at any time during 2015 will be eligible to participate in all 2015 milk price supports provided by the Society.

Macra’s Dairyfest set for UCD National Dairy Week MACRA na Feirme have once again teamed up with The National Dairy Council (NDC) to host ‘Dairyfest’ – a celebration of dairy with a difference! To mark the third year of National Dairy Week, Macra will take over the green area at the UCD student centre on Wednesday, the 22nd April from 11.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m.

MACRA MILK CHALLENGE How fast can you drink a pint of delicious milk? Show us what you’ve got at Dairyfest and you might win a Samsung Galaxy Tab! There will be three rounds at 12 noon, 1 pm, and 2 pm before each winner goes through to a final stage. If you’d like to take part please text ‘info’, your name and

number to 51444. DAIRYFEST – CELEBRATING ALL THINGS DAIRY! DairyFest will be a fun and colourful event aimed at promoting the quality of Irish dairy. Young farmers will be available to talk to students to explain how dairy is produced and why they are passionate about what they do. Members of

the NDC nutrition team will also be on hand to answer queries in relation to dairy as part of a balanced diet. You can also meet ‘Milly the cow’ – the NDC mascot; take part in our ‘So Cheesy’ selfie photo competition, with a chance to win One4all vouchers; and enjoy some free dairy treats. We hope to see you there!

NATIONAL DAIRY WEEK National Dairy Week (18th – 25th April) aims to showcase the excellence of our pasture-based dairy farming and produce – from farm to fridge; and also highlights the quality, versatility and nutritious benefits of dairy within our lives, as part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Question: I am a grassland farmer. Following DAFM post inspection advice a number of years ago, I consolidated my farm into two LPIS parcels from the seventeen prior to then. I now wish to join GLAS however, I am extremely restricted as to the options I can choose and the annual payment I can achieve as most high value options cannot run concurrent on the same LPIS parcel. Is there any way I can change my land parcels in this year’s BPS application and apply for GLAS before the May 22nd deadline? Can you please advise? Answer: Unfortunately land parcel identification for Tranche One of GLAS is based upon the parcels submitted on your 2014 SPS application. To split the land into more parcels will not change the options available to you for tranche one however, they should make things a lot easier later in the year for tranche two. Everyone seems to be afraid that the scheme will be over-subscribed and that they will lose out however it is hard to see this presently as the scheme in its current format could not be further removed from the commercial reality of modern farming. Many will lose out however as they are trying to make the cap fit at all costs and this could have devastating financial consequences down the line. The choice is ultimately yours.You can go ahead with what is achievable in Tranche One based on your 2014 parcel identification or make the parcel adjustments to your 2015 BPS application and widen the scope of options available under tranche two. GLAS as we know it is a win-win for the Government as it has secured the West of Ireland vote and will also substantially boost the coffers of the Department of Finance through taxation as the many of those applying are already on the top rate of income tax. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The closing date for applications under the Young Farmer’s Scheme (Single Application) is the 15th May 2015.

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Three year Superlevy payment scheme is standalone and must not be linked to MSAs – O’Leary IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has welcomed the issuing by the Department of Agriculture of basic legal provisions for the three-year Superlevy Payment Scheme, which ensure that the farmer’s superlevy debt is independent of the co-op they choose to supply over the next three years. The details of the scheme are to be set out in a Statutory Instrument. “Some co-ops had feared that they may be left to pay the debt of a farmer leaving them or ceasing production. The notice of the

scheme published recently makes it clear that this is not going to be the case. In essence, this will be a standalone scheme and there is therefore no justification for it to be linked in any way by co-ops to their Milk Supply Agreements,” Mr. O’Leary said. “However, numerous practical issues remain to be addressed by the Department of Agriculture as to what detailed payment arrangements will be open to farmers through their co-op, and this must be clarified urgently,” he concluded.

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Teagasc News . . . DAIRYING Achieving a 90% Submission Rate this Spring: As the breeding season commences a key target for 2016 is to have at least 75% of cows calving in the first six weeks. Achieving this target will lead to an early and sustained peak milk supply, increased days in milk, improved labour efficiency, fewer cows culled as empty, and more early born heifer calves. In order to achieve this you must have a 90% submission rate in the first 3 weeks of the breeding season. What is submission rate? Submission rate measures the % of cows eligible for breeding served in a given period. Eligible cows are all cows that you intend milking next year (excluding heifers) whether calved or not i.e. exclude cows for culling. To achieve a high 6-week calving rate, a combination of high submission rate and good conception rate to first insemination is essential. Submit 90% of eligible cows in the first 3 weeks of breeding, and 100% of eligible cows in the first 6 weeks. Projected 6 wk in-calf rates for a range of conception rates and submission rates Average conception rate Submission Rate High* Medium Poor

40 62 55 46

50 73 65 56

60 82 75 65

*High = 90% in first 3 wks and 100% in 6 wks; Medium = 80% in 3 wks and 90% of remaining nonpregnant cows in 6 wks; Poor = 60% in first 3 wks and 75% of remaining in 6 wks. Write down the target number of cows you need to breed over the first 3 weeks and then calculate the number of cows to be AI’d each day.You are then in a position to monitor progress on a daily basis and to take action early if required. HEAT DETECTION We know from Herd Plus data that 25-40% of cows are not being served within the 18 to 24 day heat cycle. This would suggest that farmers don’t know the signs of heat; are prepared to take a chance; or have missed the heat and then go to “recover ground” and serve her. Heat identification isn’t as easy as people think. Each standing mount only lasts 2-3 seconds; the average number of mounts by Holstein-Friesians and heifers is 11 and bulling lasts 3-30 hours, averaging 11 hours. You only have a window of 25-40 seconds over the whole bulling period to identify bulling cows. Only 59% of farmers use heat detection aids. What aids are available? Tail paint with non-drip household emulsion at a cost of 20-25 cents per cow for the season. Specialised tail paints with brush on bottle costing €1 per cow for the season. Aerosol sprays, costing 30-80 cents per cow. Kamars, costing €1.50-€1.80 each. Paint sticks, costing 15 cents per cow or so every time it is put on. ‘Scratch cards’ costing 75 cents. Vasectomised bull, but do not use him until 5-6 weeks into the breeding season as he will be ‘murdered’. You still have time to get the vet to vasectomise an uncastrated yearling. They are worth their money in gold late in the season when few cows are on heat. It has been proven through research that if 90%-100% of the paint is removed, then there is a 95% chance the cow is bulling and even if only 50% of the paint is removed there is a 70% chance she is bulling. So, you should bull cows when 50% or more of the paint is gone. To avoid confusion it is essential to put on the paint correctly. A 9 inch long by 2 inch wide strip from the top of tail head forward is correct. If it is wider or longer than this you will be confused if some paint removed.

Focus on Dairy Profit per Hectare will Yield Dividends Post- Milk Quota: As milk quota is no longer a limiting factor changing the focus towards profit per hectare rather than profit per litre could increase profitability on a 40 hectare dairy farm by €18,000. That’s the finding of the analsis of the 2014 financial performance of the top net profit dairy farms ranked by net margin per litre, or by net margin per hectare in the Teagasc publication e-Profit Monitor Analysis: Dairy Farms 2014. While milk quotas were in place, maximising profitability per litre was the focus on farm because milk quota was the first limiting constraint.With the abolition of milk quotas, land is now the first limiting constraint changing the emphasis from maximising profit per litre to maximising profit per hectare. The analysis of the top performers from over 1,360 spring milk farms, found that the top net profit per hectare farms had similar herd sizes but were 15% more intensively stocked (2.66 LU/ha); utilised 15% more grazed grass (11.2 tonnes of dry matter per hectare) and milk solids production per hectare was 35% higher (1,176 kg/ha). The top performing farmers were able to increase their profits without significant increases in their costs. Production costs per litre were just 1 cent per litre higher on the high profit per hectare farms. The highest profit per hectare farms still managed to retain €464 per hectare of the €1,147 extra gross output generated. This is worth over €18,500 in extra profit for a 40 hectare dairy farm.” Grass utilisation remained the key to generating higher profits in spring-based milk production systems. In 2014, even though the price paid for milk was relatively high, ‘grass rich’ systems of milk production – those using the highest proportions of home grown grass, were almost €200 per hectare more profitable than ‘grass poor’ farms. AHI CELLCHECK TIP OF THE MONTH Gloves – looking after your cows and hands Let’s be practical-considering the broad range of jobs you do daily as a farmer, it is going to be very difficult to have very clean hands. Yet milkers’ hands are an important vehicle for the transfer of bacteria from cow to cow at milking time. Research done in the 1960’s in England showed that 50% of milkers’ hands were contaminated with bacteria (that could cause mastitis) before milking, and 100% of hands were contaminated by the end of milking. Wearing gloves during milking can reduce the risk of transferring bacteria in 2 main ways: Prevents bacteria from getting lodged in skin cracks, creases and around the nails. The smooth surface of the glove makes it easier to remove any bacteria by washing and disinfecting. A recent Dutch study showed a bacterial reduction of up to 98% between gloved hands that were disinfected, and bare hands after milking. Another added, and often underestimated benefit, is the protection that gloves give the skin on your hands. Gloved hands will have less dirt engrained and are therefore easier to scrub clean. The gloves will also protect against direct contact with chemicals, and help prevent the chapping that can occur when hands are constantly wet, especially in cold temperatures. Milkers that wear gloves generally have hands that are smoother, softer and cleaner, something both you and the people in your life will appreciate! It’s time to dispel the myth that gloves are for “sissies”! 1. Gloves come in various sizes, so find the size that fits yo 2. Use 2 new disposable gloves for every milking, and replace them if they get torn during milking. 3. It’s easier to put gloves on dry hands before milking, rather than wet hands when a problem appears. 4. Rinse and disinfect them at regular intervals during milking, especially after finding clinical cases and after forestripping known high SCC cows i.e. subclinically infected.

NPA Chairman P. J. Lynam and MD Anna May McHugh at the launch of the trade pack for the National Ploughing Championships to be held at Ratheniska, Co. Laois, 22nd–24th September, 2015. [Alf Harvey/HRPhoto.ie]

Restoration of roads goodwill payment critical to landowners MINISTER of State at the Department of Transport, Michael Ring has announced the restoration of a roads goodwill payment, as part of an overall package of measures for landowners affected by road schemes. This follows detailed discussions between the Department of Transport, the Irish Farmers’ Association and the National Roads Authority. This announcement will result in up to €5 million being provided to landowners on road schemes in counties Mayo, Sligo and Monaghan whose farm holdings have been severely impacted to facilitate new road developments. Minister Ring said, “I am delighted on behalf of the Government to be in a position to continue the roads goodwill payment for farmers who have had lands compulsorily taken. Landowners on road schemes that are at pre-CPO stage will receive a goodwill package of €3,000 per acre as part of their

Proposed tougher sentences welcome IFA IFA Deputy President and Countryside Chairman Tim O’Leary has welcomed the proposal by Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald to impose tougher penalties on criminals who carry out repeat burglaries. Tim O’Leary said, “Over 26,000 burglaries occurred last year, many in remote rural areas. Rural security and feeling safe in the family home is a real issue for farm families and rural dwellers right across the country”. “Minister Fitzgerald’s proposal to allow the courts hand down consecutive sentences for repeat burglary offences is welcomed and will provide some comfort to families that have previously been victims of raids in their homes.”

compensation”. IFA President Eddie Downey has welcomed the announcement, which will ensure that the full impact of new road developments and the ongoing disruption is fairly compensated for. While this agreement, in principle, will deliver immediately to farmers impacted by road developments in counties Mayo, Sligo and Monaghan, it will also make a significant contribution to future compensation received by farmers on other schemes around the country. The IFA President has encouraged Minister Ring and Minister for Finance Michael Noonan to conclude discussions regarding the re-introduction of roll-over relief for farmers who re-invest the compensation in the farm businesses. “This is an important measure to support the farmers who try to rebuild their farm holdings, which are often left seriously fragmented after a CPO.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 20/4/2015 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day Kg Meal Kg/cow/day Average Farm Cover Cover per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 29.4 4.02 3.49 2.20 2 671 195 1,500 55 55

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 25 4.69 3.63 2.11 1.5 615 180 1,700 51 70

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • 2 Paddocks taken out for bales, will be cut in the next 10 days. • Scanned cows showing no pre-breeding heat on Tuesday, 4 of them were treated. • Starting AI on Thursday 24th. • Calves on grass with 5lts of milk and 1kg meal per day. Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • 3 paddocks taken out for long term silage • 3 paddocks of a cover of 2,000kg DM/ha will be cu/baled this week. • 10 ha will be reseeded this week. • Started breeding heifers on the 20th April and cows start 24th April.

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New Innovation Centre for Grassland and Dairying opened

Waterford Forest Owners Group (l. to r.): Ciarán Foran (Dungarvan), Robert Tyrell (Fenor), Gerald Curran (Ring), Colin Greaney (Forester), Waterford; Tom Hickey (Sec.), Stradbally, and Tom Curran (Ring) at the Forest Harvesting and Chipping Demo in Wexford last week. Some of the more interesting points coming from the"Demo" were, price per ton standing varied from €9 to €16, Chipping added big value, €48 to €118 per ton. We will work with the industry to generate more energy heating systems based on Chipped Wood. Also of interest, when the forest is thinned and allows the air and light get through the crop produces a massive growth increase. If you want maximum growth in your forest you know what to do. Have you acquired your "Felling Licence".

Minister and Department must clarify land eligibility issues immediately DEADLINE IS ONLY WEEKS AWAY

SPEAKING at a presentation at the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture recently, IFA President Eddie Downey said the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney and the Department of Agriculture have to provide clarity immediately for farmers on the land eligibility issue. Eddie Downey said the lack of clarity on this issue has led to disallowances in the past and the potential for significant fines on the country. “No farmer should have a fine imposed restrospectively, and neither individual farmers nor the country can be exposed in the future.” IFA has expressed serious concerns for some time

about the lack of clarity which exists on eligible land under the new Basic Payment Scheme. Farmers expected that this would have been addressed and clarified at the recent Department of Agriculture CAP meetings throughout the country. IFA strongly believe that this was the forum for this issue to be addressed. Eddie Downey said at a recent Charter of Rights meeting, it was agreed that the Department of Agriculture would send out a booklet on eligible land to every farmer in advance of the application process.This must happen immediately. “Farmers are entitled to be given practical guidance on

this vital issue and it is the job of the Department of Agriculture to provide this. I understand that discussions are continuing between the Department of Agriculture and the EU Commission on this important matter.” The IFA President said without guidance, farmers are being left in a very precarious situation as they are uncertain whether to include certain lands or to exclude them. There is a real serious concern that farmers could take out areas which would be eligible for payment. “It is important that there is a fair degree of tolerance given to farmers as it is quite an inexact science

determining whether land is eligible or not.This is particularly the case in large parts of the country where there is mountainous and other marginal land areas. Much of this land is designated as Natura as well as commonage. However, this is a significant issue across the country in all counties where there is marginal land. In fact, most farms have some marginal lands and have adjusted for this.” On inspections, Eddie Downey said IFA is particularly concerned on the overzealous approach of some inspectors on the issue of land eligibility and cross compliance. Recent information on the level of penalties on a county by

county basis obtained by Parliamentary Questions shows this to be the case with way higher penalties in some counties. The Minister must proceed immediately to introduce a new Charter of Rights involving:– Proper and fair notice of inspections – A reduction in overall inspections – Increased tolerances – A yellow card system with reduced penalties – An improved payment deadline. These discussions have been ongoing for some time and need to be satisfactorily concluded by the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney now.

Organic Farming Scheme payment increases welcomed IOFGA welcomes the opening of the Organic Farming Scheme for 2015, Gillian Westbrook, IOFGA General Manager stated “we are delighted the scheme has opened and that the environmental credentials of organic production are at last being recognised with a 60% increase in supports. The new support rate puts many grass based Irish producers on a similar support rate with our EU counterparts. Although there is always room for improvement, especially better use of

targeted supports, the new rate will no doubt help grow the sector. Meaningful support is crucial to the development of the organic sector, and with an EU market valued at €23b, Irish farmers have a lot of market opportunities sitting on their doorstep”. In Ireland 1.3% of land is certified organic, well below the EU average of 5%. In addition there are 10 countries in Europe recording over 10% of their land as certified organic.

“There is a new interest in organic production as farmers are becoming more aware of the cost saving potential of the right sustainable agro-ecological system, and organic farming offers just that” said Gillian Westbrook. IOFGA are encouraging all new entrants to send in their organic licence application to IOFGA as soon as possible. The closing date for the DAFM Organic Farming Scheme is May 29th and it is an online application form.

OVER €4.5 million has been invested in a new Innovation Centre for Grassland and Dairying at the Teagasc campus in Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork. The Paddy O'Keeffe Innovation Centre, funded by FBD Trust and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine was officially opened on Friday, 17th April. Present for the opening were EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan, EU Commissioner for Research, Science and Innovation Carlos Moedas and Minister for Agriculture, Food, the Marine & Defence, Simon Coveney TD. The Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre will be used by the researchers, specialists and advisers involved in the delivery of the Teagasc Animal & Grassland Research and Innovation Programme, and in the delivery of part of Teagasc Education programme. Specifically, it will support the research programme on grassland, animal breeding and health, and farming systems. Speaking at the official opening, EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development Phil Hogan

said: "The late Paddy O'Keeffe really is one of the legends of Irish agriculture. His passion for innovation, for change, for development, for productivity and ultimately for the sustainability of Irish agriculture and the rural way of life are values more important today than ever before, as we enter a new era of Irish, and indeed European, agriculture." Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD said: “Paddy O’Keefe was a much admired figure who spent his life seeking out new knowledge that would ultimately help improve the agri-food sector here in Ireland. His commitment to education, research and the dissemination of information to the farming community remained constant over the decades and this Innovation Centre is a truly fitting tribute to his legacy.” The Teagasc Animal & Grassland Research and Innovation Programme is funded through the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, the Dairy Levy and from the EU through Horizon 2020 and its previous Framework programmes.

Dungarvan Mart Monday 20TH APRIL, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES BULLOCK SECTION 6 Charolais 599 kgs. made €1,405 each. 1 Her. 705 kgs. made €1,450. 4 A.A. 635 kgs. made €1,385 each. 4 A.A. 618 kgs. made €1,355 each. 1 Lim. 685 kgs. made €1,490. HEIFER SECTION 6 Char. 433 kgs. made €1,055 each. 2 Char. 452 kgs. made €1,065 each. 4 Lim. 436 kgs. made €1,020 each. DRY COW 1 Friesian 685 kgs. made €1,080. 1 Friesian 700 kgs. made €1,025. 1 Friesian 640 kgs. made €1,030. 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.

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Avengers – Age of Ultron 23rd April MARVEL Studios presents "Avengers: Age of Ultron," the epic follow-up to the biggest Super Hero movie of all time. When Tony Stark tries to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping programme, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to the Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure. Marvel’s "Avengers: Age of Ultron" stars Robert Downey Jr., who returns as Iron Man, along with Chris Evans as Captain America, Chris Hemsworth as Thor and Mark Ruffalo as The Hulk. Together with Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow and Jeremy Renner as

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Hawkeye, and with the additional support of Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury and Cobie Smulders as Agent Maria Hill, the team must reassemble to defeat James Spader as Ultron, a terrifying technological villain hell-bent on human extinction. Along the way, they confront two mysterious and powerful newcomers, Wanda Maximoff, played by Elizabeth Olsen, and Pietro Maximoff, played by Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and meet an old friend in a new form when Paul Bettany becomes Vision. Written and directed by Joss Whedon and produced by Kevin Feige, Marvel’s "Avengers: Age of Ultron" is based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series "The Avengers," first published in 1963. Get set for an action-packed thrill ride when The Avengers return in Marvel’s "Avengers: Age of Ultron" on April 23rd, 2015.

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Gemini ACROSS 1 The Most Honourable Order of the _ , order of chivalry (4) 3 Town after which a kind of cake is named, going back to 1793 (6) 9 Betrayal of trust (9) 10 Choke or retch (3) 11 Keith _ , character portrayed by comedian Leigh Francis (5) 12 The distinctive decoration used on a company’s vehicles (6) 15 A particular form of combat (6,7) 17 A platform for lifting and stacking goods (6) 18 No longer fashionable (5) 21 One of the words whose meaning can be changed with an apostrophe (3) 22 The place where a type of state official abroad works (9) 23 A brimmed felt hat with the crown dented lengthways (6) 24 Very eager to experience something (4) DOWN 1 General term for a number of species of fish (5) 2 Anagram of CATCHLINE (9) 4 Military abbreviation of Company (3) 5 Region of Italy, capital Genoa (7) 6 Herb with grey-green leaves (4) 7 An organisation supplying, for example, electricity (7) 8 Established in 1872, it is widely held to be the first national park in the world (11) 13 “_ durch Technik”, Audi advertising slogan (9) 14 A hare in its first year (7) 16 In computer terms, activated (7) 19 Non-standard words used only informally (5) 20 A sharp blow with the fist (4) 22 An exclamation of excitement or admiration (3)

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May 21st June 20th

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

Sagittarius

HO has been taking up a little too much of your time and energy recently? You know what you want to achieve by impressing them with your willing help but don t let them use you.

EEP a tighter grasp of the purse strings this week as you may need your pennies for an exciting plan or trip which may be on the horizon it s something you ve been looking forward to.

O ONE knows what changes are in store for them, and in the next few months your life might face a few challenges. This won t faze you as you re ready for the next step.

ONEY issues have dominated your thoughts of late, but try to not let this cloud your judgement over something equally important on the home front which might happen this week.

TANDING up for a friend could land you in hot water this week, so make sure it s worth sticking your neck out for them. In return they may be able to help you solve your own little problem.

CHANCE meeting with a person you ve not seen around for a while, could lead to an important piece of news coming your way. Don t lose this opportunity for personal growth.

UCCESS and failure can be closely linked, but this week, Libra, you ll be lucky in more ways than one. Lets hope that some of your luck rubs off on an unfortunate family member.

OU VE been making a real effort recently, with a lover, and your perseverance will now pay off. It will pay to take your time and enjoy spending precious hours together.

Y G

O OUT and enjoy yourself this week as it s

important to relax and spend time with your November friends, you deserve a break so take this 22nd December 21st opportunity to refresh body and soul.

Capricorn December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

OME people are likely to make trouble for you this week, so be on your guard. A letter or chance meeting could also improve your luck in love in the coming months.

OST people don t have your energy or commitment to solving problems that come your way, and now is the time to focus your energies on home and work related issues.

ECENTLY you may have felt that life is passing you by; you tend to be impatient wanting everything at once. However, you must ask yourself which of your dreams are more important.

IT'S the end of the world. A flood is coming. Luckily for Finny and his dad Dave, a couple of clumsy Nestrians, an Ark has been built and all animals are welcome… well almost all. Unfortunately for them, Nestrians are not on the list! But Dave has a plan, and Finny and he manage to sneak onto the Ark disguised as Grymps – much to the horror of real Grymps, Hazel and her daughter Leah. However, their troubles are just beginning

as the two curious youngsters end up falling over board. Now Finny and Leah have to brave the elements in their quest to find higher ground while fighting off hungry predators and making unlikely friends. Meanwhile, on board the Ark the parents must set aside their differences and hatch a plan to turn the boat around and make it back in time to rescue their kids.

Unfriended Opens 1st May LAURA Barns was the most popular girl in school, but when a video of her intoxicated and passed out at a party was anonymously uploaded and shared throughout the school on social networks, she was heavily ridiculed and bullied. Six of her classmates, who didn’t move in the same popular social circles as Laura, were the cruellest tormentors. The ceaseless ill-treatment resulted in Laura committing suicide. A year after Laura’s death, the six friends meet online for a chat, when they’re joined

by a seventh party who’s using Laura’s old screen name, things take an unexpected turn. This uninvited person proves to know a lot more about the events leading up to Laura’s death the previous year. Leaving or signing out of the chat isn’t an option, as the mysterious person promises certain death to anyone who tries to leave or stops talking. Friendships are tested, the truth is probed and dark secrets revealed as the chat progresses into the night…

Aerosmith Rocks Donington (Recorded) Thursday, 21st May, 8.30 p.m. CAPTURED at Donington Park at Leicestershire UK on Sunday, June 15th, 2014, where tickets to the live event went for $800… Aerosmith proved beyond a doubt that they still have what it takes to ROCK an

audience. Performing classic hits like Livin’ on the Edge, Last Child, No More No More, Come Together, and more – this concert will take fans on an epic Dream On journey full of Sweet Emotion.

The Impressionists Tuesday, 26th May, 6.30 p.m. THEY are the world’s most popular artists. The works of Cezanne, Monet, Degas and their compatriots fetch tens of millions of dollars. But just who were they really? Why and how did they paint? What lies behind their enduring appeal? To help answer these questions, the film has secured unique access to a major new exhibition focussing on the 19th century Parisian art collector Paul Durand-Ruel, the outspoken champion of Impressionism. This eagerly anticipated exhibition is perhaps the most

comprehensive ever held about the Impressionists. Durand-Ruel’s brave decision to exhibit the Impressionists in New York in 1886 introduced enlightened, wealthy Americans to modern French painting. In doing so, he not only filled great American galleries with Impressionist masterworks but also kept impressionism alive at a time when it faced complete failure. This energetic and revealing film will tell his remarkable story along with that of the Impressionists themselves.

Across: 1 Bath, 3 Eccles, 9 Treachery, 10 Gag, 11 Lemon, 12 Livery, 15 Trench warfare, 17 Pallet, 18 Passé, 21 Ill, 22 Consulate, 23 Fedora, 24 Agog. Down: 1 Bream, 2 Technical, 4 Coy, 5 Liguria, 6 Sage, 7 Utility, 8 Yellowstone, 13 Vorsprung, 14 Leveret, 16 Enabled, 19 Slang, 20 Biff, 22 Cor.

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Clancy Festival Launch. [Patrick Lyons]

Dungarvan based VoiceOver Ladies Choir who appeared as guests at West Waterford Festival of Food Afernoon Tea in Lismore Castle. Emma Hogan, Tricia Quirke, Margaret Tritschler, Alice Shanley, Barbara Wladecker, Brigid Walsh, Cordelia Burke (Musical Co-Ordinator), Antoinette Walsh, Daniel Kearney (Accompanist), Mary Lawless (Founder), and Aedin Tynan. [Karen Dempsey Photography]

Don’t miss Stagemad’s ‘Somebody And Nobody’ at Central Arts this week JAMES Power, Artistic Director, calls on all theatre lovers this Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8.00 p.m. as Central Arts hosts Stagemad's presentation Somebody and Nobody by Ian Wild a revenge comedy about betrayal in a meaningless universe. A send up of existentialism and the Theatre of the Absurd of Pinter, Beckett and Ionesco, the action takes place in a cartoon bedsit. Here Somebody – the most important person ever, and his sidekick Nobody, a nonentity with twelve mothers, twelve fathers and a hatred of imaginary asparagus soup – act out the savagery and pointlessness of the world beyond the bedsit door. When a blank piece of paper enters the lives of the two men, their relationship cosmically and comically implodes.

Starring Waterford actors Darren Malone and Richard Clare "Somebody and Nobody" will delight and surprise audiences.The last few tickets are €10 on sale now and selling fast "please book now to avoid disappointment! capacity is limited, this show is sure to be a sell out very soon. Darren Malone starred with Little Red Kettle in their very first show 'The 4 Euqilds of Squid' He has worked with most theatre company's in Waterford with' pushpull productions and 'Bouncers' with Bowler Hat.The Lieutenant of Inishmore. Fresh from his own production of "Someone Who'll Watch Over Me" at Garter Lane and most recently 'Sister Act' Darren is delighted to be cast as 'Nobody' Richard Clare is an actor, writer and director based in Cork. He

THE streets of Carrick-onSuir will burst into life once again with music and art this year during the June Bank Holiday weekend from May 27th to June 1st. With a full programme of events for all ages, the Clancy Brothers Festival of Music and Art promises to be a year of celebration. Celebrating the historical heart of the town, ‘The Legacy of the Lanes’ launches during the festival with art installations, live performance and music, and history walks. Beginning with Hotel Lane, Jones Lane, Oven Lane, Rowes Lane, Comerford’s Lane and the Bianconi Arch, this long term project will revitalise and animate the hidden heritage of Carrick-onSuir. ‘The Legacy of the Lanes’ will also be a theme for this year’s vibrant Art Trail. An integral part of the festival for eight years, the Art Trail showcases new and established artists from all over the South East in traditional and unusual spaces and runs throughout the festival weekend. For their 10th anniversary, the Nano Nagle

Community Resource Centre will host a day of live entertainment, music and arts for all the family on Sunday. This will be followed by the Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition final in the Nano Nagle Chapel, featuring the three finalists and last year’s winner Lisa Loughrey with her band, The Mariannes. The Brewery Lane Theatre celebrates 60 years with a wide range of events including a variety concert featuring songs and stories by local talent, The Dunhill Choir, a Clancy Brothers inspired evening of music with Colm Power and friends, and the popular Lunchtime Theatre. And the Strand Theatre celebrates the Musical Society’s long history of musical success with ‘Hits from the Musicals’, produced by Liam Butler. The Busking Competition brings music to the streets on Saturday, the Live Music Pub Trail has music for all tastes throughout the festival, and the Eoghan Power Memorial Song Competition returns to

Figgerty’s on Thursday. Also on Thursday, the Emmy nominated Nebraska Wesleyan University and Symphonic Band and Choirs will play a fundraising concert in St. Nicholas Church. Finally, the riverside will be hopping once again for the River Festival on Bank Holiday Monday.There will be live performances and amusements, crafts and demonstrations for all the family, and a bigger music line up than ever before including Tweed, Newfoundland, The Eskies,

The Mariannes and The Cedartowns. Other highlights to look out for include art, drama and music workshops for children and youth, the annual River Walk to Dove Hill, a movie afternoon in the library, and the Tennis Club Inter-Firm Competition and Barbeque. For further information about the festival, please go to www.clancybrothersfestival.org, check Facebook, or visit the festival office in the Tudor Artisan Hub, 42 Main Street, Carrick-onSuir, (051 640 921).

Final Call for the Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition THE Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition is accepting entries until April 29th. Now in its second year, the competition has a prize fund in excess of €1,500, is free to enter and is open to all musical genres and styles, and to all ages and nationalities. Entries are accepted on CD or by email in MP3 format. The competition is supported by the Clancy Brothers Festival, IMRO, Music Matters Ireland, InMusik, Duplication Ireland and the Tudor Artisan Hub. For details on how to enter the Clancy Brothers Songwriting Competition please go to www.clancybrothersfestival.org or call 086 854 8381.

James Power grew up in Waterford and as a youngster took part in Waterford Youth Drama. Richard directed the short film Hiccups, also The Solution in the Cork Arts Theatre and being MC of the Shandon Hallowe’en Parade. His one man show The Private Life of the Jellyfish has played in theatre and comedy venues in Cork and Dublin. Booking Online: www.centralarts.ie or call Box Office on 086 4543246 all tickets €10.

Gypsi Swing play at the Coastguard Cultural Centre SATURDAY 25th April 8 p.m. €10 Tickets on sale at venue Gypsi Swing (Formerly Waterford Gypsy Jazz Ensemble) is a 5-piece group who combine guitars, violin and double bass to create an infectious groove. They have also added vocals and snare drum/percussion to their dynamic set. Their sound is

based on various musical styles encapsulated by Django Reinhardt’s Jazz Manouche, though an original slant has been added by the members. Gypsi Swing are going from strength to strength and are playing an increasing amount of events in Ireland and further afield The group have played a number of national festivals

and events including; The National Ploughing Championships with Lyric FM, Ardmore Pattern Festival, Bloom in the Phoenix Park, Waterford Harvest Festival and Spraoi. Their CD launch in the Theatre Royal in October 2012 was a great success. Gypsi Swing’s versatile repertoire is encapsulated by the musicians’ own

interpretative style, and includes arrangements of popular tunes together with some of their own original compositions. The group will give you a musical journey with a twist, one you won’t want to miss. For more information, visit their Facebook page www.facebook.com/gyp siswing1

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Dungarvan 800 IRELAND is one of those countries which could have a major national celebration at least once a month. With well over a thousand years of documented history behind us, invasions by the Vikings, the Normans, the Spanish (almost) and the French which changed the course of that history, wars, rebellions, broken treaties, famines, massacres and the occasional glorious military victory. The country can look back to Patrician times to the dawn of Christianity and here in County Waterford, we can reverse a few additional decades to the time of St. Declan himself, who set up his Monastic settlement on the high ground at Ardmore in the latter part of the 4th century. Even at that, he was looking across the bay at ‘The Old Parish’, an area with which Colman himself, the monk who baptised Declan, was closely associated. However, it is in Dungarvan we are interested in this week and we are told by the Waterford County Museum

that this year is the 800th Anniversary of the granting of a charter to Dungarvan by King John himself, from his seat at Marlborough. This document to which John affixed his seal, ‘granted the customs of Breteuil (in France) to Dungarvan and freed the burgesses in the town from tolls and customs owed to the Crown’. This pivotal event in the history of the town took place on 3rd July, 1215, and a special 800 Committee of the Museum Society is currently planning a series of events to mark the significant date and the grant of the charter. This could lend itself to all manner of pageantry inside and outside the very castle where the announcement was made and where the document was more than likely handed over with due pomp and ceremony and the blowing of trumpets. However, the terrain around the castle was much different then, with the tide coming up to its very walls, poor access and few other substantial

buildings in its vicinity. One of the main events in the celebration of Dungarvan 800 will be a banquet to be held in the medieval section of the town at Crew’s Restaurant. The banquet, which is being organised by the Dungarvan 800 Charter Committee will be held on Saturday, 4th July. Tickets are available, but limited in number. What stories that area of the town could tell, from the early days of marauding raiding parties, perhaps even Vikings themselves, to the chainmailed Normans; the merciless Cromwell, the ravages of the years of the Great hunger to the British Army, the Black and Tans, RIC and the members of the Garda Siochana themselves. However, this year we will remember King John and his munificence to the town, or at least to those merchants and ruling class who through such benefit would develop the town and make Dungarvan a significant settlement.

A fine view of Dungarvan Castle in the sun.

Sister Act on the move Social Justice a priority with Mollie ANYONE who has been through Grattan Square recently, has opened Facebook or has driven past the Friary College cannot but be aware that ‘Sister Act – The Musical 2015’ will be / is running there this week. This is the latest in a series of productions to emerge from the talents of Dungarvan’s Aileen Hogan and Waterford’s Vicki Graham, on this occasion through the superb cast of Dungarvan and West Waterford Theatre Group. Aileen is the Producer / Director who brings you the now well anticipated annual Pantomime which packs them in, in traditional fashion in the Town Hall Theatre at Christmas time. Vicki Graham is second generation Director who is taking charge of her second adult Show in Dungarvan, having successfully brought ‘All Shook Up’ to the stage last year. All that can be said about ‘Sister Act’ has already been written in the extensive promotion and this week, the cast are showing the fruits of several months of hard work, a great deal of effort and a pool of talent deeper than Coumshinghaun. ‘The Nun’s Story’ it ain’t; ‘The Sound of Music’ it aint, it is Sister Act, the

irreverent, hilarious, song filled show which gets the Dungarvan treatment, calling on a wealth of experience delivered through several generations. Anyone who saw the preview by the ‘Nuns’ Chorus’ on the stage of The Festival of Food last Sunday week, knows the energy and fun which this cast of women bring to the production, aided, abetted and inspired by their numerically fewer male counterparts. This production sees a change of venue as the company moves to Duckspool to occupy the Assembly Hall of St. Augustine’s College which has been revamped for the occasion. This involves the installation of tiered seating in the flat hall and can accommodate a bigger stage and a considerably bigger audience than the Town Hall Theatre can. Tickets, as usual, are in high demand, so do not delay. You may be too late already. Once word gets out after last night’s (Tuesday) opening performance, tickets will take off faster than a flight of starlings. Definitely worth seeing.

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TRANSITION Year in secondary school can be a pivotal time in the life of a student and so it was for Mollie Lenihan, who found the year very productive and also discovered the direction she might take in her student and adult life. Like many of her peers, Mollie’s first foray onto the public stage was through the No Name Club, an organisation which has launched many public careers of the young people of Dungarvan. “Dungarvan No Name Club is known all over the country,” she says, “and is very popular and well respected by all the clubs with which we came into contact. I loved dancing and the Club is well known for the concerts and shows it puts on and the national variety competitions for the Clubs and individuals, so that gave me a chance to use my talents there.” In the two years in which Mollie was in the Dungarvan Show, the Club won the national competition of which she is still very proud. Mollie was also named Hostess of the Year by her Club, as was David Power on the boys side, making it a double for the Friary, the only school to be so honoured. “I also liked the possibility of providing something for teenagers which did not involve drinking,” she says.“My Principal in St. Augustine’s at the time, Mr. Moynihan told me about Comhairle na nOg and suggested I should join. “It was in its infancy just then and was a small organisation led by Muriel Moore and Johnny Brunnock from the County Council.” With a small number of representatives from all around the County, Mollie began to discuss issues with a particular relevance to teenagers, from drinking to bullying to suicide. Their mentors at the time were two young people, April Duff and Jamie Moore who had reached the upper age limit for membership, but had stayed on to give guidance to the next generation. “We noted that mental health and suicide were major issues in the area and began a wide programme of research among organisations and individuals. “We produced a short video on the subject which we circulated nationwide through schools and other youth outlets. We interviewed Aslan, Brent Pope and Award winning chef, Paul Flynn among others and got a very good response.” The video drew a great deal of attention nationally and fulfilled its function of drawing attention to what Mollie says is a major problem around the country. As well as attending to her outside interests, Mollie applied herself to her studies and her diligence was rewarded with the 2013 All-Ireland Scholarship, J. P. McManus Award at the University of Limerick for excellence in her Leaving Certificate Exam.

In her Leaving Cert year also, Mollie was part of the team which took part in the mock European debate at Stormont in Belfast, so she is not in the least overawed by the big occasion. St. Augustine’s was one of just six schools nationwide to be selected for that honour. Why did Mollie choose a career in law? “I have been interested in UCC Law Student, Law and the drama of the courtroom since I was young, Molly Lenihan. so it was a natural progression to pursue the law degree when I found I had enough points to study in UCC. With her clear focussed mind, her excellent results and a natural feel for social justice, it was no surprise that Mollie chose to study Clinical Law at UCC, where she is now completing her second year. In February last, she spent a week visiting and studying the European Institutions in Brussels, Strasbourg and The Hague. There she met with Ombudsman Emily O’Reilly, with judges and senior figures in the various bodies, as well as the Irish MEPs. Lunch with the three Irish Judges and the Lawyer Linguists was a pleasant and informative experience. “I came home from that trip with a greater appreciation and understanding of what happens in those institutions and their particular relationship with Ireland,” she says. Would Mollie like to work in Europe after she qualifies in law? “It is a very diverse culture over there,” she says. “Yes, I would like to gain experience in Europe, expand my horizons but not on a permanent basis.” With two years almost complete and a year of placement ahead in a law firm or with a Non-Governmental Organisation, Mollie does not yet know where her future really lies or what strand of her profession she will pursue. But she is sure that her future will be in some aspect of law. “I have always wanted to do law,” she says. “I have a personality suited to it, I have the logical reasoning for it, to get my teeth into a problem and figure it out.” With those attributes, an analytical mind and a gift for speaking, her talents as prosecutor or public defender will always be in demand.

Vol. 102

Friday, 24th April, 2015

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Hurlers answer the big questions and qualify for league final Waterford's Colin Dunford and Tipperary’s Paul Curran battle for possession. [Noel Browne]

CLEARCUT WIN FOR ST. MARY’S IN U-21 REPLAY Page 7

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DUNGARVAN & DISTRICT SPORTS TRIBUTE NIGHT

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ALLIANZ NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Hurlers answer the big questions and qualify for league final Waterford …………… 1-19; Tipperary …………… 2-15. WATERFORD’S Senior hurlers will make a reappearance in a National League Final after an absence of eight years following their richly deserved 0-1 victory over competition favourites Tipperary in Nolan Park last Sunday afternoon. There is no doubting their right of a place in this year’s decider as they answered all the big questions posed to them last Sunday and especially when they conceded two goals in the first thirteen minutes and trailed by 2-6 to 0-5 with twenty three minutes on the clock. The line of thought that Waterford are fitter than other teams at this time of the year, who are gearing themselves more to the championship, doesn’t hold good anymore as there is a hunger and intensity in this latest Déise side that, whoever plays them, will find difficult to overcome in the games ahead. All Derek McGrath’s charges, who saw action in Nolan Park, left nothing out on the field, led heroically by the display of team captain and Man of the Match Kevin Moran, who arguably gave his best display ever in a County jersey. Waterford upped the tempo on their more fancied opponents in the final ten minutes before the break where they outscored the Premier team by 0-6 to 0-2 and it was in this period that we got a foothold on proceedings, resulting in three yellow cards being awarded to the favourites in seven minutes. As expected, Waterford played their now usual system throughout and despite, Paraic Maher being a free man in the Tipp defence, the winners recorded a healthy finishing tally of 1-19. The inclusion of Maurice

Shanahan from the outset helped the forward line here as he proved an ideal target man throughout and he was a constant threat upfront. Seamus Callinan didn’t cause the trouble anticipated in the full line for Tipperary and credit Barry Coughlan for his efforts and all of the players outfield who cut the supply of the ball into him. The pace of the Division 1 side caused Waterford trouble in the first twenty minutes resulting in the two green flags but once they adapted and settled, there wasn’t any sign of the teams being from different divisions. The youthful Waterford team matched Tipperary both in physicality and in intensity and their work rate proved greater overall which earned them the victory they so richly deserved. Tipperary won the toss and elected to play with the wind but it was Waterford who opened the scoring with a brace of points from Pauric Mahony, one free and one ‘65’. The Déise side were handed their first test in the 5th minute when Patrick Maher shook the net but a third placed ball point from Paraic Mahony after Stephen Bennett had been fouled levelled the game for the first of only two match occasions. Mahony’s free was from a difficult angle as was many of his successful twelve dead ball efforts throughout which were crucial to the victory. Paraic Maher placed Niall O’Meara for an 8th minute lead and Seamus Callanan increased this as a result of a foul on him by Barry Coughlan for which the Ballygunner man received a yellow card but in the process prevented a second Tipp goal. That goal wasn’t long in coming, however, when a one handed John O’Dwyer effort finished a good team move past Stephen O’Keeffe

to leave last year’s All Ireland finalists in control at 2-2 to 0-3. Tipp added two more Seamus Callinan scores, one from a free, before you could see Waterford settling into the pace of the tie and a good run by Colin Dunford resulted in a foul on Maurice Shanahan and a welcome and morale boosting point by Pauric Mahony. The tireless Kevin Moran placed Shanahan for our first point from play in the 20th minute, 2-4 to 0-5, and we should have made further inroads into Tipperary’s lead at this stage but for shooting our fourth and fifth wides of the game. Seamus Callinan‘s pointed ‘65’ left two clear goals between the teams and though Austin Gleeson’s trade mark long run into the Tipperary defence yielded nought, it inspired confidence, demonstrated by his team scoring six of the remaining nine points of the half. After midfielder James Woodlock raised a 23rd minute white flag, Pauric Mahony pointed three frees interrupted only by a Colin Dunford score from play, 2-6 to 0-9 with thirty minutes played. After some minutes of intense play and mouth watering action from both teams, Niall O’Meara struck his second point, followed by a similar score by John O’Dwyer. Waterford finished the half strongly with Kevin Moran placing Pauric Mahony for his sole point from play before the Ballygunner man raised his ninth white flag of the half. With the wind at their backs in the second half and trailing by just 0-3 at 2-8 to 0-11, Derek McGrath’s charges had everything to play for and they did not disappoint. In a second half where they battled strongly and

showed high skill levels, Waterford outscored Tipp by 1-8 to 0-7 with the key score coming from Colin Dunford in the 51st minute. It put the winners in front for the first time and though the game was level for only its second occasion overall in the 66th minute, it was they who got the winning score from a Pauric Mahony free three minutes later. The second half opened with an exchange of pointed frees by Mahony and Callinan and it continued with a further exchange from play by the latter and Jake Dillon from a Michael Walsh pass, 2-10 to 0-13. Waterford’s impact on the game grew from the 45th minute when Tadhg De Burca placed the hard working Jamie Barron for a massive point and Maurice Shanahan followed suit from a Stephen O’Keeffe puck-out. At the other end of Nolan Park, the Deise defence held firm on a number of occasions, including one when Jason Forde had to be content with a 47th minute point. Maurice Shanahan and his team’s influence was increasing at pace and the Lismore man recorded his third point followed by the key score in the 51st minute when Colin Dunford left the Tipp defenders in his wake before striking a beauty past the Tipp custodian Gleeson to restore the Deise’s early match lead at 1-16 to 2-11. The winners continued to excell and Pauric Mahony pointed twice from frees either side of a terrific save by Stephen O’Keeffe from Niall O’Meara. By this stage Tipperary had introduced four substitute in an attempt to change matters around but it was Waterford’s substitute Tom Devine who came nearest to scoring with a 57th minute goal effort.

Waterford Senior hurling team who defeated Tipperary at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Sunday last to qualify for the League final.

The pendulum in this highly entertaining and competitive game swung Tipp’s way on the hour mark when they were trailing by 0-4 at 1-18 to 2-11. Credit them, they levelled the contest by the 66th minute and they should have gone ahead but for a number of poor wides. Their first score in twelve minutes came from sub Conor Kenny and Seamus Callinan (f), Brendan Maher (f) and Pauric Maher all raised white flags and with four minutes remaining, the Premier County’s fifteen was the bookies favourites to prevail, no doubt. The final and biggest question was now been asked of Derek McGrath’s charges and it was positively answered three minutes later, following a refusal to succumb at this late stage,

and when Pauric Mahony struck his twelfth score in the 69th minute after Kevin Moran was fouled, the Division 1B winners had deservingly taken another higher Division scalp. Waterford’s Top Three: Kevin Moran, Pauric Mahony, Maurice Shanahan. Tipperary’s Top Three: Pauric Maher, James Woodlock, Michael Breen. Observer’s Man of the Match: Kevin Moran. Number of Scorers: Waterford 5; Tipperary 9. Scores from Play: Waterford 1-7; Tipperary 2-8. Frees For: Waterford 11; Tipperary 9. Wides: Waterford 9;Tipperary 12. Score of the Match: Colin Dunford’s 51st minute goal for Waterford. S c o r e r s : Wa t e r f o r d : P. Mahony 0-13, C. Dunford 1-1, M. Shanahan 0-3, J. Dillon, J.

Waterford's Michael Walsh breaks through the Tipperary defence.

Barron (0-1) each. Tipperary: C. Callanan 0-8, J. O’Dwyer 1-1, P. Maher 1-0, N. O’Meara 0-2, Padraic Maher, J. Forde, J. Woodlock, C. Kenny (0-1) each. Waterford: S. O’Keeffe; S. Fives, B. Coughlan, N. Connors; A. Gleeson, T. de Burca, Philip Mahony; K. Moran, J. Barron; M. Walsh, Pauric Mahony, J. Dillon; C. Dunford, M. Shanahan, S. Bennett. Subs: B. O’Halloran for Bennett; T. Devine for J. Dillon; S. O’Sullivan for Walsh; E. Barrett for Moran. Tipperary: D. Gleeson; P. Stapleton, C. O’Mahony, P. Currran; S. McGrath, Padraic Maher, R. Maher; M. Breen, J. Woodlock; J. Forde, B. Maher, Patrick Maher; N. O’Meara, J. O’Dwyer, S. Callanan. Subs: J. Barry for Stapleton; S. Bourke for O’Dwyer; C. Kenny for Forde; G. Rhan for S. McGrath; J. Maher for Curran. Referee: B. Kelly (Westmeath).

[Noel Browne]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

ELECTRIC IRELAND MUNSTER MINOR FOOTBALL SEMI-FINAL

Tipperary proves too strong for minor footballers Tipperary ……………2-16; Waterford ……………...1-7. THERE was no joy for the Waterford Minor Football team and their small band of loyal supporters at Semple Stadium last Wednesday evening when the home team proved to be a step ahead of Tim Lenihan’s charges in a game that they were always in control of. The movement in the home team and their running with the ball troubled Waterford throughout, but for seven first half wides, their 0-8 to 1-3 half-time lead would have been much greater. Waterford didn’t look to be working hard enough from the outset but it was probably the difference in quality between the teams that portrayed this as the Tipp team looked likely winners from early on. Despite being totally out-played, the visitors snatched the lead in the 26th

minute with a Shane O’Meara fisted goal, 1-3 to 0-5 but Tipp were too good to let Waterford take any kind of a foothold on the game. They responded with three unanswered points to resume control and go on to win the second moiety by 2-8 to 0-4. Both teams lined out as listed apart from Waterford’s centre back John Elsted who was a flu victim. Hopefully he will be available for this Wednesday evening’s do or die game against Limerick who were also defeated by Cork last week. Many of the Tipp players impressed here and none more so than midfielder Stephen Quirke from the Moyle Rovers club who also played in the hurling equivalent the previous week. Quirke was the best player on view and the midfield battle between himself and Waterford’s key player Conor Prunty didn’t materialise as

the Ballinacourty player looked tired throughout which once again brings into question the amount of games our young footballers and hurlers are playing in different grades and in both codes. Conor Murray was our main threat in the forward line while Brickey’s Darragh O’Grady and Ballinacourty’s Conor McCarthy both played well in an overworked defence. Tipp’s freetaker Jack Kennedy opened the game’s scoring in the 2nd minute, following which Waterford had a morale boosting goal chance but Michael Sweeney’s fisted point attempt came back off the upright to Rathgormack’s Conor Murray but the home goal remained intact. Mark Kehoe had a goal chance for the winners in the 7th minute but corner back Conor McCarthy thwarted his attempt with a timely clear-

Supporting the Waterford Minor Footballers in Thurles were Michaela O'Grady, Kay Barry and Bridget O'Grady. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

ance off the line. Stephen Quirke, who captained the Premier team’s Minor hurlers the previous Wednesday, recorded the first of his three match points in the 8th minute and Conor Murray opened the Deise account two minutes later after good work by full forward Sean White. Tipp’s dominance in general play soon relected on the scoreboard and points by Jack Delahunty from an Aidan Buckley pass and a brace of white flags by Stephen Quirke gave the winners a 0-5 to 0-1 first quarter lead. The visitors only response up to this was a point attempt by Nire’s Shane O’Meara off the upright and a wide by Dylan Guiry after good lead up play by Micheal Sweeney and David Looby. However, credit the young Blues, they enjoyed their best period of the hour after this, recording three unanswered scores and snatching the lead momentaraly. David Looby placed Conor Murray for his second score and Murray and Dylan Guiry combined for a Micheal Sweeney white flag in the 25th minute. A further Deise attack resulted in a welcome green flag when a Conor Murray pass on the end-line was fisted over the goal line by Nire’s Shane O’Meara with the umpires content that the ball had indeed reached its intended destination. As expected Tipp’s response was immediate and Jack Kennedy’s scores in the 27th and in the first minute of added time and midfielder Tommy Nolan’s point finished the half with a 0-8 to 1-3 reading that flattered the visitors. The announced attendance of 657 patrons expected Tipperary to drive on in the second half and this is what occurred. Following a 45th second point by Sean

Waterford Minor Footballers who lost to Tipperary in the Munster Minor Football Quarter-Final in Thurles.

White, the Blue and Gold resumed normal duty, resulting in six unanswered scores, including one major one, to end the contest by the 39th minute at 1-13 to 1-4. Wing forward Aidan Buckley commenced and completed this scoring spree with a brace of points, the latter being the score of the match from his left boot. Further excellent team work, especially by Danny Owens and Jack Kennedy, produced points by Jack Delahunty and Tommy Nolan, Kennedy’s penultimate pointed free and an opportunist green flag by Newport’s Delahunty. In fairness to Waterford, living on crumbs, they battled on and they created two scoring chances followed by a pointed free by David Looby. However, Tipperary earned the scoreline their match efforts deserved when Emmet Moloney placed effective second half sub Brendan Martin for a 45th minute goal and both management teams emptied their

benches for the final quarter. The winners finished with 0-3 from Jack Kennedy (f), Brendan Martin and substitute Ross Peters from Clonmel Commercials and Waterford’s final two scores were a result of placed balls by Micheal Sweeney and Sean White. Tipperary await the winners of the play-off series in the sem-final and Waterford are part of that play off series and they will have to defeat Limerick and Clare if they want another crack at the Premier team. Tipperary’s Top Three: Stephen Quirke, Jack Kennedy, Jack Delahunty. Waterford’s Top Three: Conor Murray, Darragh O’Grady, Conor McCarthy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Stephen Quirke. Number of Scorers: Tipperary 7. Waterford 5. Scores from Play : Tipperary 2-14. Waterford 1-4. Score of the Match: Aidan Buckley’s 39th minute point for Tipperary with his left leg. Frees For: Tipperary 13. Waterford 16. Wides: Tipperary 13.

Waterford 6. Scorers – Tipperary: Jack Delahunty 1-2, Jack Kennedy 0-5 (2f), Brendan Martin 1-1, Stephen Quirke 0-3, Tommy Nolan and Aidan Buckley 0-2 each, Ross Peters 0-1. Waterford: Shane O’Meara 1-0, Conor Murray 0-2, Micheal Sweeney 0-2 (1f), Sean White 0-2 (1f), David Looby 0-1f. Tipperary: Charlie Manton; Tommy Lowry, Morgan Irwin, Tadhg Fitzgerald; Liam Fahey, Danny Owens, Mark Kehoe; Tommy Nolan, Stephen Quirke; Aidan Buckley, Jack Kennedy, Shane Power; Emmet Moloney, Conor Cashman, Jack Delahunty. Subs: Brendan Martin (ht), Jamie Bergin (44), Brian McGrath (46), Gavin Whelan (52), Ross Peters (56), Jack Butler (57). Waterford: Kevin Dwane; Conor McCarthy, Stephen Ryan, Darragh O’Grady; Neil Montgomery, Darren McGuckian, Carthach Barry; Ciaran Looney, Conor Prunty; David Looby, Conor Murray, Shane O’Meara; Micheal Sweeney, Sean White, Dylan Guiry. Subs: Micheal Culloo (39), Mikey Phelan and Darragh McGrath (both 44), Gavin Sheehan (53), Eoin Kiely (57). Referee: Barry Kelly (Clare).

Supporting the Waterford Minor Footballers in Thurles were Freddie, Esther and Rachel McGuckian from Stradbally. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Kilgobinet off to a winning start LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Kilgobinet …………… 2-12; Melleray ………………..3-7. USUALLY goals win games but on this occasion in Colligan last Friday evening, it was a case of points winning, when Kilgobinet kicked twelve of them compared to seven for their opposition Melleray. The winners led at half-time by 1-8 to 2-2 with their goal coming from the boot of corner forward James Fennell and a good spread of point scorers in Johnny Murphy, David Crowther, Tomas Fahy, Paudie Fahy and Paul Walsh.

Naomh Chartaigh U-9 football team who played Dungarvan last Monday night in Lismore.

Colligan Emmetts remain unbeaten LAWLORS HOTEL PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Colligan Emmetts .......1-7; Modeligo ……………...0-7. EMMETT’S recorded their second win in succession in the Western Junior Football Group stages with a well deserved victory over rivals, in this grade, Modeligo at the Fraher Field last Thursday evening. Emmetts also won the corresponding match last year in Cappoquin before going on to contest the Divisional final against Sean Phobail. There was never going to be much of the unknown between both teams here as they played one another on all of five occasions in 2014 with Modeligo winning three times, Colligan once and the two clubs drawing in the first round of the Junior Hurling Championship. The familiarity between the sides didn’t produce a lively encounter here for most of the hour but of the two, Emmetts were the more focused and on their performance against the strong breeze in the second half alone, they well deserved to claim their second brace of championship points. Both teams were missing their Inter County players in the persons of Colin Dunford for Emmetts and Tom Devine for Modeligo while other absentees from both sides included such as Ross Browne and Pa McCarthy. The scoreboard remained at 0-0 each for all of twelve

minutes of the first half before a Johhny Wall pointed free opened the scoring. The first point from play arrived two minutes later when John Flynn set up Mark Flynn and playing with the elements, Emmetts held an unconvincing 0-2 first quarter advantage. Modeligo’s first score came in the 20th minute from the familiar boot of Michael Troy via a pointed free and the same player kicked his team’s first score from play three minutes later to level the match for the only time. The key score of the hour arrived on the call of half-time when a fine delivery by Sean Browne was well fielded in front of goal by Mark Flynn and he gave goalie Nicky O’Donovan no chance with a strong kick of the size 5 into the bottom of the country end goal. Robbie Buckley placed Thomas Walsh for a Modeligo response in the second minute of added time to leave the winners holding what looked like an insecure 1-2 to 0-3 lead with the elements to face on the restart. However, Emmetts actually played better in the second moiety and they were full value for their win here. Ben and Darren Dunford marshalled their defence well and Johnny Wall kept the scoreboard ticking with later assistance from John Morrissey and Sean Browne. Michael Troy reduced the deficit to the minimum with a point from play which was answered by a Johnny Wall

pointed free in the 33rd minute. Centre Back Pa O’Donovan again cut the lead short but once more a similar score by Wall kept his team in control on the scoreboard. At the end of the third quarter, for the third time, Modeligo closed the gap with a Thomas Walsh point from a Pat Fitzgerald pass, who was now playing more out the field and more involved in the play. Once again Johnny Wall kept Emmetts’ nose in front with a 50th minute score from play and in semi darkness the board read 1-5 to 0-6 in favour of the Colligan club. Modeligo had a real goal scoring opportunity in the 51st minute when a kick on goal by Shane Troy, following a quick free, thundered back off the crossbar and Emmetts made the most of this let-off with two further scores which ultimately closed out the game in their favour. Sean Browne, who had returned as a second half sub, placed John Morrissey for a 53rd minute point and he added a magnificent one himself in the 59th minute which was the insurance score at 1-7 to 0-6. Modeligo attacked in waves for the remaining minutes but it was too little too late and their sole return was a Michael Troy 62nd minute pointed free after the same player’s earlier effort struck the upright. Emmetts can be well pleased with their performance here, especially in the second half, and there is no

doubting but that they will be around at the business of the championship especially when both Colin Dunford and the injured Ross Browne will be back on the team. Modeligo will be similarly shortlisted but they will have to up their form on this performance if they wish to win further silverware. Emmet’s Top Three: Darren Dunford, Ben Dunford, Ross Browne. Modeligo’s Top Three: Shane Troy, Sean O’Donovan, Michael Troy. Observer’s Man of the Match: Darren Dunford. Number of Scorers: Emmetts 4; Modeligo 3. Scores from Play: Emmetts 1-4; Modeligo 0-4. Frees For: Emmetts 17;Modeligo 21. Wides: Emmetts 9; Modeligo 6. Score of the Match: Emmett’s 30th minute goal engineered by Sean Browne and executed by Mark Flynn. Colligan Emmetts: Dean McKenna; Michael McGrath, Ben Dunford, Peter Moloney; Alan Kinsella, Darren Dunford, Ray Bannon; John Fennell, John Morrissey; Gavin Whelan, Mark Flynn, Sean Browne; John Flynn, John Wall, Richie Kiely; Subs: P. J. Coffey (ht), Sean Browne (51). Modeligo: Nicky O’Donovan; Paudie McCarthy, Pat Fitzgerald, Gary Power; John McGrath, Pa O’Donovan, Sean Hennessy; Shane Troy, Sean O’Donovan; Thomas Walsh, Robbie Buckley, Rian Reddy; Michael Troy, Jamie Troy, Cian O’Byrne. Subs: Kieran McCarthy (15), Brian McCarthy (43), Micheal Power (54). Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

Affane wins again LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Affane ………………… 0-9; Sean Phobail …………1-3 BOTH teams were short some regulars at Pairc Colmain last Friday evening for this Round 2 Western Premier Junior Football Championship game. Affane

led by 0-6 to 0-2 at half time and despite a Sean Phobail goal ten minutes from the end, they held out for a deserving win that puts them joint top of the table with Colligan Emmetts. Affane: Sean Cullinane; Colin Landers, Tim Looby, Cillian Denn; Evan McGrath, David Cahillane, Pat Morrissey; Keith Landers, Pa

Greene; P. J. Curran, Paul Murray, Shane Coughlan; Damien McCarthy, Richard Scanlon, Gavin McCarthy. Subs: Nathan O’Mahony, Keith Farrell, Brian Crotty, Jack Mangan. Sean Phobail: Aodhan De Paor; Sean Stilwell, Reamonn O Turraoin, Donal O Murchu; Aindreas Breathnach, Micheal

Frinnseach, Stiofan O Conbhui; Cormac O Innseaduin, Aodhan Mac Gearailt; Bryan Frinnseach, Uaitear O Muinbheal, Deuglan De Paor; Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Graham O Gadhra, Risteard Stilwell. Fir Ionaid : Shane De Paor, Nioclas O Conduin. Referee: Shane Reddy (Modeligo).

Goals by Robert Stuart and Craig O’Shea kept Melleray in touch on the scoreboard but their sparse return from white flags by Martin Ormonde and Patrick Cummins kept them on the back foot here. A second half penalty goal by Paul Walsh was a key score for Kilgobinet while Michael Crowley came off the bench to raise a green flag for Melleray. Melleray outscored Kilgobinet on points by 0-5 to 0-4 in the second half with scores by John Begley, Paddy Shelley and Patrick Cummins with Neil Phelan, David Crowther and Tomas Fahy replying to earn a narrow but deserving win for

Kilgobinet. Kilgobinet: Eoin Dunford; Fergus Power, John Cass, Johnny Hallinan; Conor Kavanagh, J. J. Fitzgerald, Mark Dunford; Tomas Fahy 0-3 (1f), Paul Walsh 1-1 (1-0 peno); Johnny Murphy 0-2, David Crowther 0-4, Neil Phelan 0-1; Stephen Coffey, Paudie Fahy 0-1, James Fennell 1-0. Sub: Kevin Dunphy. Melleray: James Crowley; Ciaran Kelly, Gary O’Connor, Craig O’Shea 1-0; Brian Hennessy, Eoin O’Donoghue, Shane Coughlan; Ciaran Flynn, Dean Coleman; Paddy Shelley 0-2, John Begley 0-1, Mark Montague; Martin Ormonde 0-1, Patrick Cummins 0-3 (2f), Robert Stuart 1-0. Subs: Michael Crowley 1-0, Ivan Cliffe, Philip O’Rourke. Referee: John Condon (An

Rinn).

Shane Bennett’s hat-trick guides Ballysaggart to first win LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) CHAMPIONSHIP Ballysaggart …………. 5-4; Geraldines …………… 1-6. FIELDING a football team for the first time in twenty odd years, Ballysaggart showed that they can play with the big ball as well as the small one when they recorded a deserving 0-10 win against the Geraldines second fifteen in Lismore last Friday evening.

Shane Bennett was the star of the show with three goals behind his name while other scorers for the winners were Eugene O’Brien and Barry Murphy, a goal each and Cailean O’Gorman and Michael Ryan, a point each. Jack Roche completed the winner’s tally with a brace of white flags in a game that Ballysaggart led at the short whistle by 3-0 to 0-2. Ballysaggart: Darren Meagher; Sam Ryan, Bobby Ryan, Stephen Mangan; Christy Murphy, Kieran Bennett, Chris

O’Gorman; Cailean O’Gorman, Barry Murphy; Liam O’Gorman, Eugene O’Brien, Jack Roche; Paudie Hale, Shane Bennett, Michael Ryan. Geraldines: Mark Ronayne; Patrick Hickey, Jack Tobin, Cian Ryan; Richie Lynch, Vincent O’Brien, John O’Connor; Michael O’Brien, James Casey; Eric Kennefick, Stephen Landers, Mark Lynch; David O’Connell, Kieran Mernin, Josh Jensen. Subs: Ed Donovan, Stephen O’Brien, Luke O’Connor, Michael Murray, John Corkery. Referee: John Michael Kelly (Shamrocks).

Geraldines top the table RADLEY ENGINEERING WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Geraldines …………1-13; Sliabh gCua …………1-11. GERALDINES became the only team to win both its Western Intermediate Championship games to date when they beat Sliabh gCua in a well contested match at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon. Though they didn’t produce the form they displayed against Ballinameela the previous week, they still did enough in the second half to overtake a gallant Sliabh gCua team on the scoreboard. Sliabh gCua started without the injured David Whelan

and Kevin Sheehan but they still led at the short whistle by 1-8 to 1-4 with their goal coming from midfielder Eoin Kearns. Danny O’Keeffe recorded the winners major and with the strong easterly wind at their backs on the restart, they won this half by 0-9 to 0-3. Jason Sheehan was the game’s top point scorer with 0-6 (4f) to his credit with one white flag each being raised by Kieran Barron, Cormac Condon, Johnny Ahearne, Tom Tobin and Aidan Fitzpatrick. Geraldines gradually ate into the Sliabh gCua advantage and points by Aidan Dwyer, Steven Kennefick, Ray Connery, Eamonn Mernin and Danny

O’Keeffe got them over the line at the final whistle. Gerealdines: Shane Lambden; Ricky Fitzgerald, Steven Fitzgerald, Brendan Dwyer; Johhny Healy, Jerome Maher, Stephen Hally; Ray Connery, Matty O’Brien; Aidan Dwyer, Peter Coughlan, Steven Kennefick; Danny O’Keeffe, Eamonn Mernin, Shane Kenny. Sliabh gCua: Jonathon Carroll; Ronan Gleeson, Jack Power, Johnny Ahearne; Sean Fitzpatrick, Denis Coffey, Tom Tobin; Mike Kearns, Eoin Kearns; Daniel Flynn, Dermot Tobin, Cormac Condon; Kieran Barron, John Queally, Jason Sheehan. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane). The other Intermediate game last Saturday didn’t materialise when Dungarvan conceded to Ballyduff.

Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Championship League Table P W D L Pts. Geraldines 2 2 0 0 4 Ballinacourty 2 1 0 1 2 Ballinameela 2 1 0 1 2 Sliabh gCua 2 1 0 1 2 Ballyduff 2 1 0 1 2 Dungarvan 2 0 0 2 0 LAWLORS HOTEL (PREMIER) JFC LEAGUE TABLE P W D L Pts. Affane 2 2 0 0 4 Emmetts 2 2 0 0 4 Shamrocks 2 1 0 1 2

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LAWLORS HOTEL (INTER ATTACHED) JFC LEAGUE TABLE P W D L Pts. Ballysaggart 1 1 0 0 2 Ballinacourty 1 1 0 0 2 Kilgobinet 1 1 0 0 2 Geraldines 1 0 0 1 0 Melleray 1 0 0 1 0 Emmetts 1 0 0 1 0

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

GAA

Gaelic Jottings County JFC ON this Friday night the opening round of games in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Junior football championship senior attached section will be played. The fixtures are as follows: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v. Nire; Ardmore v. Ballinameela; Gaultier v. Stradbally; An Rinn v. St. Saviours; Kilrossanty v. Brickey Rangers. First named team have home venue and all games throw-in at 7 p.m.

Sargent Cup SHL THE Sargent Cup county senior hurling league continues this weekend with 6 games down for decision. In group 1, Tallow host Ballygunner, Cappoquin have home advantage against Roanmore while Passage and De La Salle meet in Passage. The group 2 pairings will see Ballyduff take on Abbeyside, Fourmilewatwer will welcome Dungarvan to the Mill Field with Lismore making the journey to Mt. Sion.

County Awards Committee THE 2015 County GAA Awards Committee has been announced by County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan. The members are Brendan Tobin (Chairman), Pat Flynn (Secretary), Owen Sauvage, Jerry Whelan, Pat Casey, John J. Murphy, Richard Tobin, Neil Moore and John Jackson.

Poc Fada THE Poc Fada County Finals i.e. adult and U-16 will take place at Mahon Falls on Monday, June 22nd. All clubs are asked to ensure that they have participants in both categories.

Season Ticket Activation SEASON Ticket Activation will take place in Fraher Field on this Saturday, April 25th from 10.30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tickets costing €100 and €65 for senior citizens can be purchased on the day. Tickets are no longer available from Ger Wyley Sports Shop in Dungarvan.

West IHL THE second round of games in the Divisional hurling league will be played this weekend with the following fixtures: Saturday, April 25th at 6.30 p.m. - St. Mary’s v. Modeligo; Geraldines v. Shamrocks; Colligan v. Ballysaggart. Monday, April 27th at 7 p.m. - Brickey Rangers v. Ballinameela. First named team have home advantage.

Féile Peil BALLINACOURTY will represent Waterford at the National Féile Peil

finals in 2015. They recorded a 3-9 to 0-9 win over An Ghaeltacht in the decider at Fraher Field on Saturday last.

Junior Football Selectors GER Power (Rathgormack) had been appointed as Manager of the county junior football team. His co-selectors are Brian Looby (Nire, John Kiely (Kilrossanty) and Tom Flynn (Nire). Waterford will play Tipperary in the opening round of the Munster championship in Semple Stadium, Thurles on May 30th/31st. Meanwhile, Derek Lyons (Dungarvan) has been announced as the County’s Intermediate Hurling selector.

Munster MFC HAVING lost out to Tipperary in the opening round of the Electric Ireland Munster championship at Semple Stadium on Wednesday night last, Waterford minor footballers are back in Munster losers group action this evening (Wednesday). They face the long journey to Newcastle West to take on Limerick in a game that has a 7 p.m. throw-in.

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons SHC THE opening round of games in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County senior hurling championship on the weekend of May 3rd have been put back due to Waterford senior hurlers involvement in the League Final. The opening round of games i.e. Round 2 and the fixtures are as follows: Friday, May 8th at Fraher Field at 8 p.m. - Tallow v. De La Salle. Saturday, May 9th at Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. - Ballyduff v. Ballygunner. Sunday, May 10th at Fraher Field, at 2 p.m. - Abbeyside v. Fourmilewater; at 3.30 p.m. - Cappoquin v. Mt. Sion; at 7 p.m. - Lismore v. Dungarvan. At Walsh Park - at 7 p.m. - Roanmore v. Passage. Round 1 will now be played on the weekend of May 16th/17th. Fxtures are: At Walsh Park - Roanmore v. Mt. Sion; at Lismore - Tallow v. Ballyduff; at Ballyduff - Cappoquin v. Lismore; at Fraher Field - Fourmilewater v. Ballygunner; at Walsh Park - Dungarvan v. Passage; at Fraher Field - Abbeyside v. De La Salle. Dates and times for these games will be announced at the weekend.

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons SFC BALLINACOURTY had a facile win over De La Salle last weekend while St. Saviours and Gaultier played out an exciting draw. The remaining four games in Round 2 will be played as two double headers at Fraher Field this weekend as follows: Saturday, April 25th at 6.30 p.m. - Stradbally v. Brickey Rangers; at 8 p.m. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v. Rathgormack. Sunday, April 26th at 2 p.m. - An Rinn v. Kilrossanty; at

Golf Classic in aid of the Waterford Intermediate Ladies Football Training Fund at Dungarvan Golf Club on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th: Included are main sponsors of the event, James Hayes, James Hayes Carpentry Services; Mark Ronayne, Manager, Park Hotel, and Adrian Hansbury, Adrian Hansbury Construction, Waterford players, Linda Wall, (captain) and Elaine Power (Vice Captain), and Pat Sullivan, Trish Fitzgerald and Gary Collins, Waterford Intermediate Ladies Football Management team. Missing from photo, Christy Ross Power, Deise Scaffolding. Limitted number of tee time available - telephone 086 1664215. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

3.30 p.m. - Nire v. Ardmore. Some interesting and important games down for decision at the weekend. Champions Nire have yet to record a win as have Rathgormack and Brickey Rangers, last year’s intermediate champions. J. J. KAVANAGH & SONS LTD. SFC LEAGUE TABLES GROUP 1 P W D L Pts. Ballinacourty 2 2 0 0 4 Ardmore 1 1 0 0 2 Clashmore 1 1 0 0 2 Nire 1 0 0 1 0 Rathgormack 1 0 0 1 0 De La Salle 2 0 0 2 0 GROUP 2 P W Stradbally 1 1 An Rinn 1 1 Kilrossanty 1 1 St. Saviours 2 0 Gaultier 2 0 Brickey Rangers 1 0

D 0 0 0 1 1 0

L 0 0 0 0 0 1

Pts. 2 2 2 1 1 0

NHL Final SEMPLE Stadium has been confirmed as the venue for the Allianz National Hurling league final on Sunday, May 3rd between Waterford and Cork. Throw-in will be at 3.30 p.m. Tickets costing €25 and €20 will be on sale at Fraher Field and Walsh Park on Thursday of next week i.e. April 30th. Further details in next week’s issue.

Insurance warning SECRETARY of the County Board advised delegates at last Monday night’s County Board meeting in Lawlors Hotel that unless their club has the Public Liability and Propety Insurance paid in full by April 30th to lock the gates of their field and to let nobody in as the club officers will be personably liable.

Child Welfare Officer ABBEYSIDE/Ballinacourty’s Neil Moore has been appointed the County’s Child Welfare Officer in place of Tim O’Byrne who didn’t seek re election for 2015.

Club Déise 2010 CLUB Deise has been relaunched under the above banner and this year’s officers are Chairman, Tom Shanahan; Secretary, James Lacey and Treasurer Michael Hogan. The club will organise this year’s County Golf Classic and they will half the profits with the County Board.

Training Camp THE Senior Hurlers are expected to attend a training camp from May 19th to the 23rd with the location being in County Mayo.

Senior Hurling Championship DUE to the County’s welcome participation in the Allianz National Hurling League Final in Thurles on May 3rd, the first round of the County Senior Hurling championship will now be held on the weekend of May 17th with the second round standing for the weekend May 10th.

22 Walkovers A TOTAL of 22 walkovers has occurred in the County Minor Football

Champonship, prompting County Board Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan to review the state and future of the game in the County at a special seminar in September.

Munster MHC WATERFORD minor hurlers will play Limerick in the play-off of the Electric Ireland Munster championship on Wednesday, May 6th. This game will now be played at Semple Stadium, Thurles.

Gleeson Cup THE annual Inter-Divisional U-16 hurling Gleeson Cup competition final between West and East Waterford will be played at Fraher Field on Sunday evening next, April 26th with a 5 p.m. throw-in.

Déise Day A TOTAL of 41 tables have been sold by the middle of this month for the County’s Deise Day fundraiser and tickets have been distributed to all of the clubs.

Scór na Seachtaine COLIN Dunford’s 51st minute goal for Waterford in the Allianz National Hurling semi-final against Tipperary in Nolan Park last Sunday.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to Fr. Tom Rodgers of the Ballygunner club on the recent death of his father.

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Western Board Results & Fixtures RESULTS Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Ballinameela 4-4; Ballinacourty 2-9 Geraldines 1-13; Sliabh gCua 1-11 Ballyduff W/ Over Dungarvan Scr Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Affane 0-9; An Sean Phobal 1-3 Emmetts 1-7; Modeligo 0-7 Shamrocks 1-11; Tallow 0-10 Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached: Ballinacourty 1-15; Emmetts 1-3 Kilgobinet 2-12; Melleray 3-7

Ballysaggart 5-4; Geraldines 1-6 FIXTURES Saturday, 25th April Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: St. Mary’s V Modeligo at Touraneena 6.30 pm Colligan V Ballysaggart at Colligan 6.30 pm Geraldines V Shamrocks at Aglish 6.30 pm Monday, 27th April Brickey Rangers V Ballinameela at Bushy Park 7 p.m.

Tom Curran’s hat-trick leads Ballinameela to victory RADLEY ENGINEERING WESTERN INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Ballinameela ………… 4-4; Ballinacourty ………….2-9. THREE goals in nine minutes by Ballinameela’s Tom Curran was the highlight of this Western Intermediate Football Championship Round 2 game in Bushy Park last Saturday afternoon. This much anticipated fixture never reached its expected high quality and at half-time the score read like an under 14 match of years ago at 3-1 to 2-2 in favour of the winners. Playing with the strong easterly wind, Ballinameela wasted many good scoring opportunities, recording seven wides and in a second half that Ballinacourty won by 0-7 to 1-3, a draw would have been a result that nobody could have complained about. Ballinacourty were missing seven of the team that played and won against Ballyduff the previous Sunday while Ballinameela were missing two of their key players through injury, Brendan Phelan and Jason Morrissey. Ballinameela required the two points more than Ballinacourty having been beaten by local rivals Geraldines in Round 1 and perhaps this is what got them over the line in the end. Ballinameela enjoyed all the play early on but they kicked some very bad wides and Ballinacourty made them pay for this in the 8th minute when wing back Colm Kindregan and Stephen Cliffe combined to send full forward Jason O’Brien through for the game’s opening score, a goal.

The winner’s Tom Curran then took centre stage and in a seven minute period between the 9th and the 16th minute, he raised three flags and one white one in the convent end of the field with his final goal, a screamer into the back of the net, proving to be the score of the match. Ballinacourty’s sole response in this period was a very well taken goal by Evan Collins after good work by Jamie Ryan and Jason O’Brien and with just over one quarter of the game gone, the attendance had been treated to five goals in total. The winners made little use of the wind in the second quarter and the only two points in this period fell to Ballinacourty’s Stephen Cliffe (f) and Mark O’Gorman from a Michael Maher pass. Trailing by just 0-2 at halftime by 3-1 to 2-2, the winning potential looked to be with Ballinacourty and by the end of the third quarter, the teams were level for the first time at 2-5 to 3-2. Substitute Mikey Phelan opened Ballinameela’s second half account with a 37th minute point but the scoreboard belonged to Courty for the rest of this quarter with scores by Stephen Cliffe (f), Mark O’Gorman (f) and corner forward David Ferncombe. Ballinameela regained the initiative with a Cian Culloo point in the 48th minute and two minutes later he supplied the size 5 for midfielder Brian Phelan to score his side’s fourth goal which ultimately proved to be the winner here. Credit Ballinacourty, they continued to chase the win and once again, they scored three unanswered points via Mark Gorman, 0-2 (1f) and

Stephen Cliffe. The winners made life difficult for themselves with three bad wides before Cian Culloo gave them a 0-2 cushion in the 56th minute from a John Harrington pass, 4-4 to 2-8. The final score of the hour fell to Stephen Cliffe (f) and both teams may well meet again at the business end of the championship. Towards the end of the hour, Ballinameela’s Micheal Shine suffered concussion and the Observer wishes this whole hearted player a full recovery and a return to the playing fields. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Tom Curran, Kealon Looby, John Harrington. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Mark O’Gorman, Stephen Cliffe, Maurice Power. Observer’s Man of the Match: Tom Curran. Number of Scorers: Ballinameela 4; Ballinacourty 5. Scores from Play: Ballinameela 4-4; Ballinacourty 25. Frees For: Ballinameela 15; Ballinacourty 10. Wides: Ballinameela 12; Ballinacourty 6. Score of the Match: Tom Curran’s 16th minute goal for Ballinameela. Ballinameela: Paul Curran; Christy Troy, Colin Walsh, Jason McGrath; Kealon Looby, Kevin Phelan, John Harrington; Brian Phelan, Lorcan Looby; Micheal Shine, Tom Curran, Micheal Culloo; Cian Culloo, Jim Curran, Rob Shine. Subs: Shane Flavin (ht), Mikey Phelan (35), Stephen McGrath (both 40). Ballinacourty: Richie Ryan; Conor McCarthy; Martin Lavan, Jamie Ryan; Maurice Power, Patrick Lynch, Colm Kindregan; Michael Maher, Eoin Enright; Evan Collins, Mark O’Gorman, Nicky Dee; Stephen Cliffe, Mark O’Gorman, David Ferncombe. Subs: Laurence Hurney (46). Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Ballinacourty completes unique three grade championship wins Ballinacourty ……… 1-15; Colligan Emmetts …... 1-2. WHEN local club Ballinacourty won this first round Western Junior Football Championship in Bushy Park last Friday evening, they completed a unique club treble of wins following the Seniors’ victory against Rathgormack and the Intermediates’ win against Ballyduff both played the previous Sunday. Add on to this, the minors convincing win against County Champions the Nire, also played last Friday, which deprived the Junior team of additions to their panel of twenty players in Bushy, and the recent Western Title win by the under 21’s, it clearly shows the healthy position now and into the future for the club in the big ball game for the green and whites. Credit Emmetts here, they fielded a second team for the first time in a few years and but for nine second half

wides, they would have been much closer to the winners on the sounding of referee Donal O Murchadha’a final whistle. They were rewarded with a late goal in the 59th minute by John Nick Dunford but overall, the youth and the speed of the Courty team was the difference here and of course Man of the Match Mikey Coleman, who was by far the best player on view. The winners led at halftime by 1-7 to 0-2 with Mikey Coleman’s fine individual goal coming in the 8th minute. Coleman also added 0-2 from play while Ronan Proctor kicked 0-3 (2f) including the score of the match from play in the 26th minute. ‘Courty’s other first half scorers were Malachy Flynn and David Sweeney with Davy McGrath and Paudie Flynn replying for Emmetts. Emmetts enjoyed a lot more of the play in the second half but their wides tally mounted while the winners

raised a further eight white flags via Mikey Coleman 0-3 (1f), Tadhg Prendergast, Ronoan Proctor, David Hickey, Laurence Power and David Sweeney. John Nick Fennell’s goal was a just reward for Emmetts efforts here and as was their other second half score, a point by Davy McGrath. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Mikey Coleman, Ronan Proctor, Conor O’Dwyer. Emmetts Top Three: John Kiely, Stephen McGrath, David McGrath. Observer’s Man of the Match: Mikey Coleman. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7; Emmetts 3. Scores from Play: Ballinacourty 1-12; Emmetts 1-3. Frees For: Ballinacourty 12; Emmetts 17. Wides: Ballinacourty 9; Emmetts 9. Score of the Match: Ballinacourty’s 26th minute

point both engineered and executed by Ronan Proctor. Ballinacourty: Declan Enright; Patrick Bergin, John Fitzpatrick, Conor O’Dwyer; Shane O’Gorman, Jamie Organ, Patrick Collins; David Morrissey, David Sweeney; Ronan Proctor, David Hickey, Stephen O’Connor; Mikey Coleman, Cian O’Connell, Malachy Flynn. Subs: Tadhg Prendergast (ht), Kevin Dee (39), Jack Duggan (43), Laurence Power (47), John O’Riordan (49). Emmetts: Pat Dunford: Kevin Hickey, Stephen Ryan, Simon Waters; Brian Fraher, John Kiely, Noel Drohan; Stephen McGrath, Benny Hickey; Jason Dunford, Tom Kiely, Paudie Flynn; Shane Hickey, David McGrath, Michael Ryan; Subs: Niall Browne (ht), Maurice Butler (42), John Nick Dunford (45). Referee: Donal O Murchadha (An Rinn).

Ballinacourty: Back Row (l to r): Declan Enright, Johnny O’Riordan, Patrick Collins, Cian O’Connell, John Fitzpatrick, Jamie Organ, David Sweeney, David Morrissey, Ronan Proctor. Front Row (l to r): Patrick Bergin, Mikey Coleman, Malachy Flynn, Jack Duggan, Tadhg Prendergast, Shane O’Gorman, Conor O’Dwyer, Stephen O’Connor, Kevin Dee.

St. Mary’s maintain their drive for honours J. J. KAVANAGH MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION 3 St. Mary’s …………....5-11; Kilrossanty ……………0-4. EASTERN group team St. Marys maintained their good form since the start of the championship with another comprehensive win, this time against a very young Kilrossanty fifteen, with eleven players under age

again next year, in Leamybrien last week. Corner forward Brian Walsh kicked a first half hat trick and Luke Foran added a further two green flags, one in each half. Niall Dunphy was the game’s top points scorer with 0-6 (1f) to his credit while Joshua Kay recorded 0-3f for the home team. St. Mary’s: Michael Mooney, Michael Dunphy, Thomas Foran, Conor Keane, Ger Mooney

0-1, TJ Veale, Luke Foran 2-0, Corey Kennedy 0-1, Cian Hally, Oisin Kiely 0-1, Jeff Hally 0-2 (1f), Niall Dunphy 0-6 (1f), Brian Walsh 3-0. Subs: Pierce O’Callaghan, Shane Kearney. Kilrossanty: Michael Lawlor, Conor Whelan, Patrick Hayes, Ryan Houlihan, Anthony Lonergan, Michael Galvin, Donal Fitzgerald, John Paul Quinlan, Dylan Parrish, Joshua Kay 0-3f, Jack Whyte 0-1, Conor Fennell, Luke Collins, Eoin Curran. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Colligan Emmetts: Back Row (l to r): Kevin Hickey, John Nick Dunford, Bryan Fraher, David McGrath, Stephen McGrath, Simon Waters, Benny Hickey, Shane Hickey. Front Row (l to r): Noel Drohan, Stephen Ryan, Paudie Flynn, Jason Dunford, John Kiely, Tom Kiely, Pat Dunford, Michael Ryan.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

J. J. KAVANAGH COUNTY UNDER 21 ‘B’ FOOTBALL FINAL REPLAY

Clearcut win for St. Mary’s in under 21 football replay St. Mary’s ……………2-12; Brickeys Rangers ……2-2. THE extent of the absence of St. Mary’s duo Jonathon Fenton and Niall Queally in the drawn encounter was highlighted at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening when both players made a telling contribution to their team’s Under 21’B’ Football title win which was achieved very impressively against Western standard bearers Brickey Rangers. This well deserved title win was far from a two-man show, though, at the Shandon venue for, as in the drawn game, St. Marys were the hungrier team as they sought to win this grade on the recent third time of trying. In Dunhill in 2014, the group team deserved something out of their County Final game against Ardmore but the Western club won out after an exciting tussle by 2-14 to 3-7. Ten of that team started last Saturday and following the drawn game, which they looked to have won in added time, they were obviously dead set on suc-

cessfuly completing their title winning aspirations. St. Mary’s won the toss and they claimed the advantage of the current resident wind at the venue. Following an unimpressive first quarter display by the winners, at the end of which the teams were level at 1-1 to 0-4, St. Marys took control of the game on the scoreboard. The engine of the team once again, Micheal Harney, opened the scoring after just 40 seconds from a Corey Kennedy pass but it was the Brickeys who recorded the first major when a perfect long ball by Cormac Curran in the 4th minute found corner forward Noah Whelan and despite being tackled his momentum brought the size 5 over the goal line at the town end of the field. Niall Queally showed the value of his inclusion this time round when he scored 0-3 (1f) in a ten minute spell before the end of the first quarter with Brickeys sole response and only other score in the first half being a Jamie Kiely 8th minute point

aided by Kieran O’Neill. The winners dominated the second quarter territorially but some good Brickey defending and a wasteful seven wides kept the match score close for most of the remainder of the half. It was at the very end of the first half that St. Mary’s opened some daylight on the scoreboard with late points by Man of the Match last year, Shane Dwan and Niall Queally (f) after Jonathon Fenton, Micheal Harney and Luke Foran had all raised white flags by the 29th minute. Brickeys were still in contention on the restart with the wind at their backs and 0-5 in arrears but their winning chances were floored in a two minute spell and it coincided with the introduction of Ciaran Kirwan by St. Mary’s. The half-time substitute placed Micheal Harney for a peach of a goal in the 31st minute and before the Western champions could draw their breath, Kirwan again started a move which resulted in a second goal, on this occasion

St. Mary's Captain Conor Flynn holds the U-21B Football Cup high following the presentation by Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman County GAA Board. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] by corner forward Dylan Power, after same move opportunities by himself and Shane Dwan. This brace of green flags decided the contest and a Shane Dwan point left the scoreboard reading an unassailable 2-10 to 1-1 in favour of the Eastern champions with just five minutes of the second moiety played. Injured in the drawn encounter, Brickeys intro-

duced Martin Houlihan in an attempt to get back into the match and credit their side, they scored the best worked goal of the evening in the 38th minute, engineered by Cathal Curran and Maurice Daly and executed by Conor Morrissey in the country end goal. A good run into the St. Mary’s defence by Carthach Barry was rewarded with a pointed free by Jamie Kiely

St. Mary's Co. U-21B Football Champions 2015.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

from all of 48 metres but at 2-10 o 2-2, that was as good as it got for the local club. There were only two further scores to alter the scoreboard and both fell to the winners via Shane Dwan and a third Niall Queally pointed free. The scoreboard remained unchanged for the final fourteen minutes of the game and both sides emptied their benches with a total of six subs being introduced. Man of the Match Niall Queally had the opportunity to kick a third goal for the winners at the very death when he outpaced Brickey keeper Michael O’Dwyer to the size 5 but his attempt went wide off the posts. When the final whistle sounded almost immediately, the honours lay where they belonged and the pain of last year’s defeat in Dunhill had now eased somewhat. Congratulations to St. Mary’s who have kept the show going at underage level in their part of the County for a number of years and it is good to see them enjoy their moment in the sun. Anthony Fitzgerald added to his reputation as a competent knight of the whistle here with an accurate and a sensible implementation the rules of the game. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board Paddy Joe Ryan presented the cup to the winning

captain Conor Flynn amid scenes of considerable excitement. St. Mary’s Top Three: Niall Queally, Micheal Harney, Shane Dwan. Brickeys Top Three: Jamie Kiely, Carthach Barry, Cormac Curran. Observer’s Man of the Match: Niall Queally. Number of Scorers: St. Mary’s 6; Brickeys 3. Scores from Play: St. Mary’s 2-9; Brickeys 2-1. Frees For: St. Mary’s 18; Brickeys 13. Wides: St. Mary’s 7; Brickeys 8. Score of the Match: Brickeys 38th minute goal engineered by Cathal Curran and Maurice Daly and executed by Conor Morrissey. St. Marys: Brendan Murphy; Nicholas Hally, Conor Flynn, Conor Keane; Cian Hally, Fionn Buckley, T. J. Veale; Micheal Harney, Jonathon Fenton; Daniel Dwan, Nall Queally, Corey Kennedy; Luke Foran, Shane Dwan, Dylan Power. Subs: Ciaran Kirwan (ht), Ross Kiely (47), Jeff Hally (56), Kevin Hally (57), Brian Walsh (60). Brickeys: Michael O’Dwyer; Ryan O’Neill, Micheal Barry, Darragh O’Grady; Cathal Curran, Carthach Barry, Cathal Curran; Cormac Curran, Ciaran O’Neill; Laurence Houlihan, Jamie Kiely,Cormac O’Grady; Cian O’Halloran, Conor Morrissey, Noah Whelan. Subs: Maurice Daly (ht), Martin Houlihan (35), Stevie Ahearne (40), William Barron (54), Kevin McCarthy (58). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Gaultier).

Waterford under 14 ladies defeat Kerry in thriller IN sunny Castletownroche on Saturday last, Waterford under 14 ladies team added to their growing reputation with a well deserved win over last year’s All Ireland champions. Playing with the aid of a strong wind in the first half, Kerry were quickly out of the blocks and scored some wonderful points but the Deise girls kept with their opponents and were rewarded themselves with two first half goals one from Annie Fitzgerald and captain Sarah Lacey scoring the other. Waterford were the happier of the two teams going in at half time with only the bare minimum separating the teams Kerry 0-7; Waterford 2-0. In a second half that was nip and tuck all the way Annie Fitzgerald was to prove

to be a heroine for her team with two well taken goals, Sarah Lacey scored three points and Sheenagh McGuckian added another vital point. Kerry to their credit never gave up and scored a goal and a point early in the second half. The last five minutes was edge of the seat stuff with Kerry getting a new lease of life but the Waterford defence held firm and while Kerry got through for a goal in the dying seconds of the game it was to prove to be only a consolation score and Waterford held out for a well deserved two points victory. The Waterford defence ably marshalled by Rosie Landers and Mary Kate Curran were outstanding. In midfield Keeley

Corbett Barry and Jade Queally were tireless in their running up and down the field setting up attack after attack. Up front Annie Fitzgerald was the star of the show with three goals ably assisted by Sarah Lacey with 1-3 and Sheenagh McGuckian with a point. Manager Ciara Dunphy was thrilled with the win and especially with the way the girls performed as a unit and worked for each other. They now go forward to contest the A final against Cork on May 2nd INTERMEDIATES FACE ROSCOMMON IN LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL By virtue of topping the table Waterford Intermediate ladies face Roscommon in

the Tesco Homegrown Division 3 semifinal and a venue to be confirmed on Sunday next. The Deise girls have played and defeated Roscommon earlier in the league but that result will count for nothing next Sunday. Indeed Roscommon came to Dungarvan and caused many problems for Pat Sullivan’s side keeping Waterford scoreless for the first twenty minutes and leading at half time by 2-9 to 0-2. In the second half however, Waterford got back on track and goals from Sinead Ryan, Aileen Wall and Aoife Murray ran out six point winners in a very entertaining contest. Roscommon had a qualifying game this weekend and ended up being narrowly

beaten by Leitrim who would be considered by many as favourites to win the division and gain promotion. Waterford need to be wary of the Roscommon threat and will need to perform to their undoubted ability but the girls should have too much fire power for the Western girls and if the Deise defence can prevent the Roscommon forwards especially Jenny Downey and Siobhan Tully from scoring they should reach the league final for the second year in a row. As stated earlier there is no confirmation of venue for the match but the details will be announced on WLRFM and also on our Twitter page as soon as they come to hand.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Minor Football Division 1 Round 5

Ballinacourty dominate proceedings in one-way traffic Ballinacourty ……… 4-13; Nire ……………………. 0-8. THE top of the table clash between these two Western giants in the County minor football championship failed to take shape as a contest as Ballinacourty dominated the proceedings with a powerful display of near perfection. The Green and White outfit led at the break 2-9 to 0-4 after firmly pressing the pedal to the floor in the first half. Goal Number One arrived as early as the third minute after David Looby passed to Conor Prunty. The towering midfielder powered like a train through the Nire backline before teeing up an unmarked James Beresford to dispatch to the net, 1-1 to 0-0. David Looby then hit a hat-trick of placed balls in the 11th, 12th, and 13th minute (to bring his tally to four at that stage). His points on 11 and 12 minutes were back-to-back 45s hit crisply off the freshly cut sod of the Millfied. On 15 minutes Looby hit Goal Number Two for Ballinacourty – his outside of the right low piledriver from the 45 yard mark dipped in

underneath the crossbar at pace, 2-5 to 0-1. Ballinacourty’s light inside forward line of Ben Mulligan and Pa Power worked extremely hard showing for the ball and tracking back and created some great interplay with those around them. Power hit points in the 17th and 21st minute. Despite the high scoring of 4-13 it was Ballinacourty’s defence that impressed most. Nire’s attack could not breach their lines or gain a foothold in that half of the field. Ballinacourty’s defenders were tenacious in pursuit of possession and constantly beat their players to the ball, be it with an outstretched hand or foot. Power’s 17th minute point was the result of a great turnover of by a committed Conor Brennan (corner-back) who dived head first toward the challenge to deflect it back into Ballinacourty’s grasp. Conor McCarthy at Number Six was the linchpin of the defence and oozed composure when on the ball; he even got forward for a point of his own on 16 min-

utes. All of Ballinacourty’s six backs played as a unit and moved the ball out of trouble and into attack in a precise, swift and calculated fashion. Nire struggled to get a foothold in proceedings from the start. That said Dylan Guiry struck a great point from the 45 on 24 minutes when he plucked a stray Ballinacourty kick-pass from the air and immediately sent it sailing back over the crossbar. Having trailed at the break 2-9 to 0-3, Nire did show better urgency in the second half and hit five points in the final 30 minutes (for a second half scoreline of 2-4 to 0-5) as well as bringing a great double save out of Ballinacourty goalkeeper Kevin Dwane on 47 minutes. Goal Number Three arrived for Ballinacourty on 38 minutes after great blind running from Ben Mulligan and Rory Conway allowed space and time for David Looby to surge through the middle. He eventually popped possession to Mulligan who was swallowed up but the ball broke back outside where an incoming Anthony Fitzgerald

smashed it to back of the net with a pinging connection off his left leg. Goal Number Four arrived on 58 minutes when substitute Darragh Smith tapped home to take his tally to 1-1 for the night. This was a terrific performance from Ballinacourty. They are now the only unbeaten team in the division and their 100% winning streak is still intact. For Nire, they are certainly capable of producing far more than that and they will still be quietly confident of their chances of retaining this Minor title despite tonight’s major setback. Ballinacourty: K. Dwane; C. Brennan, C. Dwyer, D. McGrath; E. Dwyer, C. McCarthy, R. Conway; C. Prunty, J. Beresford; N. Montgomery, D. Looby, A .Fitzgerald; B. Mulligan, E. Kiely, P. Power. Subs: D. Smith, M. O'Riordan, T. Fagan, T. Looby, T. Collins. Nire: C. Ryan; B. Guiry, J. Mulcahy, C. Boyle; T. Barron, C. Walsh, T. Guiry; L. Cooney, S. Ryan; S. O'Meara, D. Guiry, D. Morrissey; C. Hennessey, G. Cullinane, I. Gillman. Subs: D. Phelan, J. Ryan, J. Prendergast. Referee: Tommy O'Sullivan.

Waterford camogie team defeats Kildare to contest League Final WATERFORD reached a first adult final since 2011 following a 1-15 to 1-7 victory over Kildare on Sunday. With little separating the sides throughout the game, a second a half goal from substitute Niamh Rocket paved the way for victory. Playing with the breeze in the first-half, Kildare began strongly and long-range efforts from dominant midfielder Roisin Keatley put Waterford on the back foot in the early stages. Waterford stayed in touch though with pointed frees and a spectacular score from the left sideline by Dawn Power. Waterford received a blow midway through the first-half though when the lively Dearbhile Byrne cut through from the left-wing and popped a handpass into the incoming Melissa Lyons who made no mistake from 10m in raising a green flag to push Kildare three points ahead. But Waterford showcased the determination built throughout the league and set about eating into the deficit before the break. Jennie Simpson and Nicola Morrissey began to impose themselves and two further placed balls saw Kildare take a 1-5 to 0-7 lead at the break. With a slight breeze at their backs, Waterford put the Lilywhites defence under huge pressure in the opening stages but some wayward shooting failed to reflect the high levels of possession. Efforts from the industrious Valerie O’Brien, Lorraine Bray and a pointed Trish Jackman

Louise Keatley, Kildare, in action against Catriona McGlone, left, and Trish Jackman, right, Waterford. Irish Daily Star National Camogie League Division 2 Semi-final: Waterford v Kildare. McDonagh Park, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. [Caroline Quinn / www.cquinnphotography.com] free put the Deise two clear. Kildare responded by moving corner-forward Siobhan Hurley to play as a third-midfielders and this reaped immediate dividends with a brace of points from Melissa Lyons levelling the sides. Slowly but surely, Waterford came to grips with this ploy as first a time starter Kate McMahon thundered into the game and set up numerous attacks. The intro-

duction of Niamh Rockett at full forward resulted in an immediate score. The key score came mid-way through the half when O’Brien gathered possession on the leftwing and hit a diagonal ball to the hand of right-half forward Bray who cut through the defense before passing the ball off to Rockett who billowed the net from close range. From this point, Waterford

repelled the Kildare efforts to cut into the lead with Claire Whyte and Vikki Falconer cutting out the dangerous Lyons and Suzie O’Carroll in the closing stages. Referee Jenny Byrne soon blew the final whistle and Waterford booked a Division 2 final spot against Laois on May 3rd. Both side topped their respective groups and an tight game will be expected.

The late Shane Gleeson

Shane Gleeson Awards draw to a close AS we approach Shane’s R.I.P 11th anniversary, we would like to acknowledge his memory and talk about how these awards came about. It was on a Saturday afternoon on April, 24th 2004 that Shane R.I.P died in a tragic accident on the family farm. He was due to play a soccer match, fate intervened and a much loved, talented and likeable young lad was taken from us. The initial shock and sense of loss is still vivid and will remain forever. Many, many people remember where they were when this tragic news broke. As the news spread around the valley and beyond, family, neighbours and friends rallied round in a fantastic show of support. They came in their hundreds from near and far and their presence was a huge help in easing the pain and providing comfort and consolation. That magnificent response was very much appreciated and will never be forgotten. Over the next four days people came in droves to the family home and then to the Nire Church to pay their respects. It was as if time stood still. Fr Connie Kelleher P.P, as he has often done in the past and since, was very helpful and supportive towards the family throughout this difficult time. Following the burial and for a time afterwards, time was spent reflecting on the tremendous impact that Shane had made during his short time amongst us. His talent on the sports field was central to those reflections. Playing colleagues and school friends from the High School, Clonmel, recalled some of his deeds.

He excelled at hurling, football and soccer. But in truth, such as it was, every game came easy to him. It took a long time to get over his loss. As the months passed by the Gleeson family searched for a way to honour his memory. Thus, The Shane Gleeson Memorial Awards were born. A committee was set up and along with Mary and Jim, a format was drawn up. It was decided that there would be three awards: hurling, football and soccer. Mary and Jim were adamant that every facet of club activity would be taken into consideration, not just stars on the field of play but also hard working officials and other involved in different aspects of club activity. There were three separate awards. Fourmilewater Hurling, Nire Football and Pinewood Soccer votes were cast by committee members in each club and sent to our local Garda Barracks, where they were counted in private by Garda Michael Fraher, Dónal Foley and this year by Garda Stephen Phelan. The awards were launched in May 2006. January 2007 was the start of eight great years of competition. Great nights were held in Dooceys Oriel Bar in Ballymacarbry village. Clinton Hennessy was our first special guest. He had graced the playing fields of Ireland with distinction. He was followed by Tom Feeney, John Mullane, Dan Shanahan, Ken McGrath, Stephen Molumphy and Declan Brown. (I can hear Mary saying Up Tipp!!) Many great club persons were honoured, along with

successful teams. The Gleeson family and the organising committee could not have envisaged the success of the event which drew huge crowds each year. The final curtain was drawn, in October 2014, when the Gleeson family decided that the awards had served their purpose and that the 2014 awards would be the end of a great era. It was decided to move the event to the Community Centre in Ballymacarbry and Kilkenny’s Brian Cody was the special guest. Saturday, 31st January, 2015 saw a huge crowd attend and having Brian there was a great attraction for young and old. His presence was a fitting end to eight wonderful years - this also ensured that the Shane Gleeson name will never be forgotten. The Gleeson family would like to thank everyone involved with their awards: The Committee, ticket sellers, sponsors, Doocey’s Oriel Bar, Gardaí in Ballymacarbry Garda Station, special guests, Ballymacarbry Community Centre, photographer Catherine Ryan. Sincere thanks also to Michael RyanMaster of Ceremonies, Michael Joseph O’Ryan on IT and Gerard McGrath on video. From Jim, Mary, Gemma, Laura and Conor. ‘A son, a brother, a friend so true. Thoughtful and kind was the Shane we knew. We miss you Shane and always will. You’ve left a place no one can fill.’ Shane Gleeson 15th December, 1988 to 24th April, 2004.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

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Gleeson Cup this Sunday

Official Opening of Modeligo Community Centre Astro Turf by Micheál Phelan, former Principal of Modeligo National School and Committee Member of Modeligo Community Centre since its inception in 1986.

THE annual Gleeson Cup (U-16 Divisional hurling tournament Final) between a selection of players from West Waterford and East Waterford takes place on Sunday evening next (that’s April 26th) with throw-in at 5:00 pm in Fraher Field. Please come along and show your support for these players who are the future of Waterford GAA. The board would like to thank Liam Gleeson, and all the Gleeson family for their kind sponsorship of this pop-

ular tournament which is held annually. UNDER 16 COUNTY FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP (Sponsored by Combined Waterford City Credit Unions) The latest rounds of games were played on Monday evening last (April 20th), the final round of matches in Division 1, along with the penultimate games in Division’s 2 & 3. The final rounds of games (in Division’s 2 & 3) along with

the remaining group game in Division 1 take place on Monday evening next (that’s April 27th), the fixtures are as follows: Division 1, Round 5 Re-fixture: Gaultier Vs. Ballinacourty at Gaultier. Division 2, Round 9: St. Oliver’s Vs. The Nire at Ballymacarbry, Tramore Vs. Portlaw at Tramore, Brickey Rangers Vs. An Ghaeltacht at Bushy Park, Kilrossanty Vs. Rathgormack at Leamybrien, Ardmore Vs. Clan na Gael at Ardmore.

Division 3, Round 9: St. Mary’s Vs. Ballyduff Upper at Kill, Naomh Deaglán Thoir Vs. Cois Bhride at Kilmacthomas, Sacred Heart Vs. Stradbally at Poleberry. FEILE “A” FOOTBALL COUNTY FINAL Ballinacourty were crowned Feile “A” Football County champions in Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon (April 18th) following a 3-8 to 2-3 victory over An Ghaeltacht in an entertaining contest.

Official opening of Modeligo Astroturf facility THE sign entering Modeligo Community Centre reads a maximum height of 6’ 1’’ but locals can stand much taller than this with the official opening of their €100,000 Astroturf facility at the Community Centre on Sunday morning last. By universal agreement, the tape was cut by former Parish school principal, Micheal Phelan, who was described by Community Centre Chairman, Vince O’Donovan as ‘the main man over the years in developing the Centre’. Two years in the making, the community received a €50,000 grant from the Sports Capital Fund and the remainder of the cost was raised locally. Looking splendidly in the warm Spring sunshine, the Astroturf was supplied by Mark Hyland Sports and installed by builder Dermot O’Brien. This new addition should stand the test of time especially as it was blessed twice last week, firstly by the new leader of the church in the Diocese, Bishop Cullinane on his visit to the Parish on his first official function to confirm the local school children on Tuesday and on Sunday by Fr. Kiely, who described Modeligo as a special parish with a lovely atmosphere and stated that this innovation will be enjoyed by all for decades to come. Chairman Vince

O’Donovan paid tribute to his fellow committee members including Treasurer Siobhan Troy, Secretary and PRO Dan Fenton, John Fitzgerald, Tom O’Byrne and Collette Manahan for bringing the project to fruition before he asked special guest Micheal Phelan to open the gate and cut the tape for the first official match on the Astroturf which was enthusiastically played by the local children. In a very informative address, the former Parish teacher took a trip down Memory Lane when he recalled the school teams changing in the corner of the field but a meeting in January 1986 was to change all of this, culminating in the facilities second to none that are in place today. “I am grateful to the Committee and I am humbled to be considered to cut the tape on the astroturf pitch and I do so on behalf of all of the great people that have gone before us. Unfortunately, some who were involved in fundraising our projects are no longer with us” added Mr. Phelan, “but their efforts have been rewarded and as we look around us they have certainly not been in vain. It’s great to see so many young people here today and I want to tell all of you about the inspiration and the vision of Father Russell, who wanted a

Centre in Modeligo open to everybody and who was the driving force in providing the ‘A1’ facilities that are in place today’’. Not a Community to rest on its laurels, Micheal Phelan reminded all present that there are four corners in a field and that two of them at present are occupied by the Astroturf and the playground but that there are still two more to be developed. Certainly on the committee’s track record to date, the Modeligo Community Centre will see further developments in the years ahead. The birth of the Astroturf coincided with the birth of the latest Modeligo Parishioner, the previous night, Cian Fitzgerald, born to his parents John and Bridget, the announcement of which was greeted enthusiastically by all present. Included in the large gathering were public Representatives, Paudie Coffey, John Deasy and M. J. Ryan and at the end of the formalities all present were treated to refreshments in the Community Centre. The Modeligo Community Centre Committee is comprised of representatives from all the local bodies including such as the GAA, the Ladies, Camogie, Naomh Brid, Badminton, Parents Association and Neighbourhood Watch.

Children of Modeligo waiting to give a demonstration on the new Astro Turf pitch in Modeligo [Noreen O’Brien] Community Centre.

The Ballinacourty team after their win over An Ghaeltacht in the U-14 Féile "A" Football County Final at Fraher Field.

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An Ghaeltacht team who lost to Ballinacourty in the U-14 Féile football Final at Fraher Field.

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GAA Coaching & Games Development U-13 WEST FOOTBALL West U-13 Hurling Coaching takes place in Dungarvan this Friday 24th at 6.30 pm All players born in 2002 are welcome to attend the coaching sessions. U-12 HURLING COACHING U-12 West Hurling Coaching takes place this Friday 17th at 6.30 pm venue TBC East U-12 Hurling Coaching takes place in Carriganore Friday 1st May at 6.30 pm Upcoming Carriganore Blitzes Sat. 24th April - U-10 Hurling at 11 am -12.30 pm Sat. 9th May - U-8 Gaelic Football 11 am -12.30 pm Sat 23rd May - U-10 Gaelic Football 11 am -12.30 pm

Clubs are welcome to enter as many teams as they wish. All clubs will play 3 games per blitz. PRIMARY SCHOOLS SKILLS On Thursday, May 7th we will be running the Divisional Finals of the Primary Schools Skills. This is run jointly by Cumann na mBunscol and Coaching & Games Development. There will be a Hurling & Gaelic Football Skills Competition run on a team format with teams of 3 representing their schools. Full details of venues and times will be sent to all schools during the week. The county final will take place on Tuesday, 19th May in Carriganore. 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 & August with all clubs in the county being involved in the camp programme. Full details are on www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.i e. Application forms are being sent to clubs and schools this week and next week. NEW COACHING BOOKLET AVAILABLE Last week we published a coaching booklet that will be very useful to all coaches of children up to 12 years of age including teachers, club/school coaches and club coaches. The booklet contains coaching prorammes for skill development and warm ups/movement exercises. The booklet can be purchased for €5 from C&GD staff members.

GAA COACH EDUCATION WEBSITE The GAA Coach Education website is a very useful resource for all coaches. Information on coaching courses, workshops, presentations from conferences along with session planning templates are all available. The website address is www.learning.gaa.ie & http://learning.gaa.ie/planner/ for the session planners FACEBOOK & TWITTER Don’t forget to join us on Facebook to see all the news and pictures from our latest events. www.facebook.com/waterfordcoaching. Waterford C&GD is now on Twitter @WaterfordGAACG for all the latest happenings.

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Ballinacourty signals Conway cup intentions J. J. KAVANAGH SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Ballinacourty ………...4-14; De La Salle ……………. 0-2. BALLINACOURTY ran in four goals for the second successive weekend as De La Salle were left reeling at Walsh Park, losing by 24 points while scoring just two points over the hour on Saturday. Remarkably, Courty didn’t take the lead until the 22nd minute, but as soon as they hit the front, the match effectively ended as a contest and all but assured the victors of a quarter-final berth. As they had against Ardmore, De La Salle began brightly with the wind in their favour, with Colm Morris opening their account inside the first minute after latching onto a deep delivery. Patrick Hurney, assisted by brother Gary, garnered an equaliser from the next ‘Courty attack but Morris restored De La Salle’s lead in the third minute after taking hold of a Pat Fitzgerald pass on the left flank.

However, that was to prove the Gracedieu men’s final score of the evening, despite their enjoying more than their fair share of possession over the course of the opening half. But their failure to finish off decent opportunities via the boots of Colm Morris and Ian Cantwell dented their confidence over the remainder of the fixture. By the 21st minute, Michael O’Halloran restored parity, which was soon followed by a Patrick Hurney point and it was clear that Ballinacourty had woken from their sluggish start. O’Halloran tagged on his second point in the 27th minute and moments later, Mark Ferncombe surged onto a Gary Hurney pass, slotting the ball beyond DLS goalkeeper David Dennison to goal for the green and whites. Injury time points from Shane O’Donovan and the impressive O’Halloran left Ballinacourty 1-6 to 0-2 ahead, and with a strong wind to gust in their favour, it was clear that the points were

heading in one direction by the break. De La Salle ought to have goaled through the unmarked Conan Watt, but the veteran’s fisted effort was easily dealt with by Courty goalkeeper Stephen Enright. That miss was compounded by Gary Hurney’s adding on 1-1 in double quick time at the Keane’s Road end from the next couple of Courty attacks. And things got worse for De La Salle when Hurney rifled in a brillant second goal from a narrow angle to drive a few nails into the DLS net from a competitive perspective. Ten minutes from time, Shane O’Donovan tucked away Ballinacourty’s fourth goal, and in these opening weekends of Championship action have adamantly signalled their Conway Cup intentions. Patrick Hurney and Michael O’Halloran added further points for ‘Courty to leave us with a final score that will have raised eyebrows all over the county and doing little to dispel the notion that the

title will once again be disputed by the ‘big three’. As for De La Salle, a relegation play-off is already looking difficult to avoid, but they’ll be digging deep to elicit something from their clashes with The Nire, Clashmore and Rathgormack. Ballinacourty Scorers: Gary Hurney (2-1), Shane O’Donovan (1-2), Michael O’Halloran (0-5), Patrick Hurney (0-4), Mark Ferncombe (1-1) and David Collins (0-1). De La Salle Scorer: Colm Morris (0-2). Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; David Collins, Eoin Bergin, Dermot Hanley; Conor Moloney, Sean O’Hare, Shane Briggs; Brian Looby, John Hurney; Michael O’Halloran, Mark Ferncombe, Patrick Hurney; Shane O’Donovan, Gary Hurney, Mark Fives. De La Salle: David Dennison; James Coad, Thomas Kearney, Chris Sheehan; David Kennedy, Conor Clancy, Stephen Dalton; Stephen Walsh, Oran Keevers; Colm Morris, David Greene, Patrick Fitzgerald; Conan Watt, Lee Hayes, Ian Cantwell. Subs: Kenneth Byrne for Stephen Walsh, Eddie Meaney for David Greene and Patrick Flynn for Conan Watt. Referee: Kieran O’Toole.

A draw a fair result J. J. KAVANAGH SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Gaultier ………………0-10; St. Saviours …………...1-7. AS the initial pleasant sunshine made way to the now customarily biting Carriganore wind, Gaultier and St. Saviours played out an entertaining SFC draw on Saturday evening. Playing towards the Suir with the wind to their backs in the first half, Gaultier led by 05 to 0-3 at the break and certainly left three to four scores behind them as the sun set and the floodlights warmed up. Saviours midfielder Peter Crowley opened the scoring with a free after 36 seconds; while Gaultier levelled in the fifth minute when Conor O’Riordan gathered a breaking ball after Paul Holohan palmed away J. J. Hutchinson’s dipping shot. Young Gaultier midfielder Caomhán McGuire, one of a clutch of emerging talents in green and gold, struck from 40 metres to send his side ahead two minutes later. J. J. Hutchinson, who didn’t score until the 53rd minute, flashed a shot inches wide of Holohan’s right hand post in the ninth minute, much to the marksman’s frustration. In the 11th minute, impres-

sive new Saviours recruit Garth Duffy converted a free, but Gaultier’s lead was restored two minutes later via the boot of David Cullinane. Brian Power, who along with Joey Phelan, emptied their lungs for the Saviours cause throughout, tagged on a third free from a dead ball just shy of the quarter hour mark. After 18 minutes J. J. Hutchinson picked out Rory Walsh who bisected the posts to restore Gaultier’s lead. Seven minutes later, Paul Holohan brilliantly denied Conor O’Riordan a Gaultier goal, diving low to his left after O’Riordan had palmed David Cullinane’s inswinger towards the net. Two minutes from the break, Hutchinson turned provider once more, sending the combative Sean Hogan through, with the youngster pointing well. Yet despite their dominance of the Saviours’ kickouts and greater scoring opportunities, Gaultier went in just two points ahead. Six minutes after the restart, Garth Duffy fired over a free for Saviours, an effort which was cancelled by Brad Carroll from the next Gaultier attack. In the 40th minute, a superb upfield surge from

Kieran Murphy split open the Gaultier defence, and his pass left Stephen Whelan with a routine finish as he slotted home the night’s only goal. Less than a minute later, Dean Crowley sent another shot over the bar to send the black and whites two points clear, as the tide began to turn in Saviours’ favour. On the three-quarter mark, Caomhán McGuire sent over a fine point, and only a brilliant Kieran Murphy block denied the towering McGuire a goal two minutes later. Brian Power, full of industry, pointed well in the 48th minute and Saviours were denied a goal twice over just a minute later, after Deise Under-21 captain David Whitty brilliantly kept out efforts from John Paul Jacob and Garth Duffy. Hutchinson finally got off the mark seven minutes from time, and he repeated the feat barely a minute later to restore parity. Saviours lost Darren Tuohy to a Black Card in the 51st minute but that didn’t prove too significant a development between then and full-time. Brad Carroll made another run from the deep to finish off a fine Gaultier move to send them ahead with two minutes remaining, but Saviours

weren’t about to fade like the evening sunshine. Deep into stoppage time, Jacob clipped over a fine 20metre point from the right flank to ensure a share of the spoils. On the balance of play, a draw felt like the right result. Gaultier Scorers: Caomhán McGuire and Brad Carroll (0-2 each), J. J. Hutchinson (0-2f), David Cullinane, Sean Hogan, Rory Walsh and Conor O’Riordan (0-1 each). St. Saviours Scorers: Stephen Whelan (1-0), Brian Power (0-2; 0-1f), Garth Duffy (0-2f), Peter Crowley (0-1f), Dean Crowley and John Paul Jacob (0-1 each) Gaultier: David Whitty; Brad Carroll, Gary Molloy, Ronan McDonagh; Billy O’Keeffe, Sean Whitty, Josh Cunningham; Conor O’Riordan, Caomhán McGuire; David Cullinane, Rory Walsh, J. J. Hutchinson; Ian Hatton, Sean Hogan, Aaron Jones. Subs: Adam O’Donoghue for Aaron Jones (37 mins). St. Saviours: Paul Holohan; Darren Tuohy, Kevin Boland, Brian Quinn; Keelan Cassidy, Dean Crowley, Anthony Jacob; Kieran Murphy, Peter Crowley; Garth Duffy, John Paul Jacob, Shaun Corcoran; Joey Phelan, Stephen Whelan, Brian Power. Subs: Adam Brophy for Stephen Whelan (47 mins), Michael O’Brien for Darren Tuohy (Black Card, 51) and Mickey Merrigan for Shaun Corcoran (56). Referee: Alan Kissane

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 7th September, 2005 Western Minor Hurling (Grade A) Final

Fourth successive title for Villagers Abbeyside ........ 1-17; Lismore .......... 0-5. ABBEYSIDE minor hurlers, after a hardfought, evenly contested first half in last Wednesday evening’s decider, upped their performance in the second half when playing into the breeze to pull well clear with Mark Ferncombe’s 45 minute goal putting the game behind the reach of a gallant Lismore side. Lismore defending the road goal had a brace of early points per Chris O’Gorman and Maurice Shanahan (free). Stephen Slater and Mark Ferncombe replied for the holders before Stephen O’Keeffe denied Mark Ferncombe a certain goal at the expense of a ‘65’ in the 9th minute which John Gorman pointed to put Abbeyside in front for the first time at 0-3 to 0-2. Jason O’Brien (0-2) and Sean O’Hare left Abbeyside four points clear at the end of the first quarter (0-6 to 0-2). Still Lismore’s Philip Bennett, Daniel Leahy and Brendan Bennett were causing problems up front and on three separate occasions the Abbeyside citadel bore a charmed life. Michael Shanahan pointed two frees to make it 0-6 to 0-4 after 20 minutes of play. Mark Ferncombe and Jason O’Brien extended Abbeyside’s lead before a fierce onslaught on the Abbeyside citadel produced almost two minutes of inconsistent pressure before Lismore recorded their sixth wide of the opening half. Richie Foley broke upfield and scored a fine point in the 28th minute (0-9 to 0-4) at the interval break. STRONG GRIP ON EXCHANGES All the indications now pointed to a hectic second half as Lismore with the breeze to their backs remained very much in contention. Mark Ferncombe (free) and Brendan Bennett exchanged points to leave the score 0-10 to 0-5 by the 35th minute.

However, Abbeyside now began to exert a strong grip on the outfield exchanges as Mark Ferncombe and John Gorman (0-2) stretched their lead to eight points by the 40th minute (0-13 to 0-5). The cathedral town side’s forwards were being closed down by a gritty hard working “village” defence in which centre half back Richie Foley was now thundering into the exchanges with Sean O’Hare showing at centre field. In the 45th minute Abbeyside got the vital break when for once Mark Ferncombe slipped his marker to flash a brilliant left handed strike to the net and that effectively was that (1-13 to 0-5). Lismore to their eternal credit kept battling away but Stephen Enright dealt effectively with all the shots which came his way. Abbeyside added four further points per Mark Ferncombe and John Gorman who had a great duel with his fellow county player Michael Coleman, which was one of the highlights of this decider. This was an excellent team effort by Abbeyside with each of the 17 players who took part playing his part to the full. PRESENTATION After the game Western Board Chairman, Paddy Walsh, presented the cup to Abbeyside captain Mark Ferncombe and complimented both teams on producing a fine sporting contest. Our Colour Scheme: Abbeyside passed while Lismore failed by one. Scorers for Abbeyside: M. Ferncombe (1-6), J. Gorman (0-5), J. O’Brien (0-3), S. Slater (0-1), S. Hehir (0-1), R. Foley (0-1). Scorers for Lismore: M. Shanahan (0-3), C. O’Gorman (0-1), B. Bennett (0-1). Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Donnacha Enright, Diarmuid Hehir, Brendan Walsh; John O’Driscoll, Richie Foley, Eoin Brackett; Sean O’Hare, James Mahony; Jason O’Brien, John Gorman, Stephen Slater; Jason Healy, Mark Ferncombe, Stephen Lanigan. Subs: Billy Ryan for J. Healy, Dermot Henley for S. Slater. Lismore: Stephen O’Keeffe; Terence Walsh, Brian Walsh, Lar Byrne; Sean Leahy, Michael Coleman, Daniel Devine; John Fenton, Philip Bennett; Philip O’Keeffe, Daniel Leahy, Chris O’Gorman; Maurice Shanahan, Brendan Bennett, Brian Murphy. Sub: John O’Grady for B. Murphy. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane/Cappoquin).

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Teams of Times Gone By ARDMORE SENIOR HURLERS Year: 2005. Date: September 5th. Opposition: De La Salle. Venue: Fraher Field. Half-Time Score: Ardmore 1-8; De La Salle 2-5. Full- Time Score: Ardmore 3-10; De La Salle 2-13. Clinton Hennessy; Austin Flavin, Donal Lenane, Maurice Hennessy; Alan North, Declan Prendergast, Richie Hennessy; Wayne Hennessy, Cathal Hennessy; James O’Donnell, Seamus Prendergast, Niall Hennessy; Adrian O’Donnell, John Hennessy, Conor O’Connor. Subs: Patrick Conway, James Flavin. Scorers: Seamus Prendergast 2-5, James O’Donnell 1-0, Alan North, Wayne Hennessy, Cathal Hennessy, Niall Hennessy and John Hennessy 0-1 each.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecast: 12 Forecasts. 7 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 58.3%. Best So Far: 88.8%. This Week’s Forecasts: Munster MFC: Limerick v (Waterford). County SFC: Stradbally v (Brickeys), Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Rathgormack), An Rinn v (Kilrossanty), Nire v (Ardmore). Western IHL: Colligan v (Ballysaggart), Shamrocks v (Geraldines), Ballinameela v (Brickeys), Modeligo v (St. Marys), Ardmore v (Clashmore). County MFC: De La Salle v (Dungarvan), Gaultier v (Kilmacthomas). To Date: 194 Forecasts. 124 Correct. 70 Incorrect. Success Rate: 63.9%.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

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Kenefick, S. Landers, M. Lynch, J. Jensen, K. Mernin, D. O’ Connell. Subs: E, Donovan, S. O’Brien, J. Corkery, L. O’Connor, M. Murray.

LOTTO Last week’s lotto took place in the Tudor House with a jackpot of €3,550. The numbers drawn were 4, 6, 15, 18. There was no winner. The €25 winners were Sybil and Austin Flynn, Dermot Murtagh, Tim Foley, Katie & Clara Jane. This week’s draw will take place in the Local Bar with a jackpot of €3,700. DEISE DRAW 'The April Deise Draw takes place on this Friday, 24th April. Promoters are requested to hand money in to Mary McGrath this week.' A reminder that Deise Draw tickets are available from McGraths Newsagents. GLENBEG N.S. Glenbeg Parents Association are holding a Table Quiz in Dillion’s Bar on Thursday, 23rd April at 8 pm. Teams of 4 €40 a table. All are welcome to attend. Enrolment for new pupils for 2015-2016 will take in the school on Wednesday, 29th April at 2.00 p.m.

HURLING LEAGUE Attention now turns to the small ball. League game Vs Shamrocks on Saturday, 25th April in Aglish at 6:30 p.m.

Kill Kill CLUB LOTTO This week’s lotto draw was held in Dunphy's Bar on Monday, 13th April. There was no winner of the jackpot worth €9,850 on the night, however, Tony Kirk, Ballyduff did manage to 'Match 3' of the 4 numbers drawn and so wins €50 for himself. The numbers drawn on this occasion were 1, 9, 15 and 16. Next week’s draw is in Kirwans. BLANK WEEKEND Due to the replayed u-21 County Final involving St. Mary’s both our junior and intermediate games were called off last weekend and will be played at a later date. This weekend sees our junior footballers kickoff the action in Kill with a home game versus neighbours Kilmac. This game has a 7 pm throwin. Twenty four hours later John Mitchells will provide the opposition for our intermediates in Round 3 of the league. This game is fixed for Portlaw but the time is subject to change. Please check with club officials nearer the weekend. DEISE DRAW Kilrossanty host the April draw this Friday night, 24th April, and as usual we all our promoters to get their 'dues' into Hannah Power before the weekend.

Naomh Brid Naomh Brid LEAGUES The Under 12 Hurling vs St. Pat’s was played on Wednesday evening in Modeligo. This was a very competitive game with very little between the sides all through, eventually Naomh Brid came out marginally on top. This was a promising start to the campaign for both sides. On Friday the under 11 team played St. Pat’s in Bohadoon. Unfortunately, this turned out to be a miss-match as Naomh Brid were very understrength on the day. As well as some injured players some more cried off very late in the day leaving it too late to call off the match. Thanks to the under 9 players for togging out and helping to fulfil the fixture. Unfortunately, it was too one sided to be of any benefit to either side. Our next fixtures are – Under 12 Hurling away to Youghal on Friday, 24th April at 6.30 pm and Under 11 Hurling at home to Ballyduff Upper on Friday, May 1st. 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 6 pm for inclusion that week.

Geraldines INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL The intermediates played Sliabh gCua in the second round of the Championship in Fraher Field last Saturday evening. The lads got off to a good start with a penalty won by Peter and scored by Danny. After that Sliabh gCua kept tipping over the scores and scored a goal to lead at half-time 1-7 to 1-3. In the second half the Gers upped the tempo and got back level. After that it was point for point by both teams. In the last five minutes the lads went two points clear that sealed the victory. Final score- Geraldines 1-13; Sliabh gCua 1-11. Team: S. Lambden, R. Fitzgerald, S. Fitzgerald, B. Dwyer, J. Healy, J. Maher, S. Halley, M. O’Brien, R. Connery, A. Dwyer, P. Coughlan, S. Kenefick, D. O’Keeffe, E. Mernin, S. Kenny. Subs: S. Keane for S. Kenny.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL The junior footballers got their championship under way last Friday, 17th April against Ballysaggart in Lismore. The lads played well but the old expression goals win matches proved to be the difference in this game. Ballysaggart won this game 5-04 to 1-06. Team: M. Ronayne, P. Hickey, J. Tobin, C. Ryan, R. Lynch, V. O’Brien, J. O’Connor, M. O’ Brien, J. Casey, E.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP We got our football campaign off to a winning start last Friday night against a gallant Melleray side where a draw would have been a fair result. We were lucky in the last five minutes to get a penalty which was scored by Paul and two late points to seal what was a typical opening round game. We had some bad shooting and bad passes, a big improvement is needed if we are to progress further in this competition. For our next outing it's back to the small ball as we face the Geraldine's in two weeks time. CONGRATULATIONS A big congrats to Waterford on reaching the National League Final after a fantastic win over Tipperary last Sunday, we wish them all the best when they play Cork in two weeks time.

Nire Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Senior Championship: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-8; Nire 0-13 26/06/15 Nire v’s Ardmore in Fraher Field at 3:30 pm. Phelan Cup 2015: Nire 1-10; De La Salle 1-5 Nire 5-16; Brickey Rangers 1-7 Ballinacourty 8-14; Nire 0-4 Nire 2-18; St. Saviours 0-10 16/05/15 Gaultier v’s Nire in Gaultier at 7:30 pm. Junior Football Championship: 24/04/15 Clashmore v’s Nire in Clashmore at 19:00. Minor Football Division 1: 08/02/15 De la Salle 3-0; Nire 2-10 15/02/15 Gaultier 2-8; Nire 4-7 08/03/15 Nire 2-16; Dungarvan 0-4. 17/04/15 Nire 0-8; Ballinacourty 4-13 29/04/15 Kilmacthomas v’s Nire in Kilmacthomas at 19:30. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due. €50 for playing adults, €20 for non-playing adults, €20 for students. Please pay as soon as possible. If interested in the direct debit scheme please contact Ger Walsh or Tom Doocey.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last Saturday's winning lotto numbers were 9-12-17-20, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Teresa & Dave, Pat O'Brien, Anna Stewart, Liam Casey, Katie Ann O'Connell. Next week's jackpot will be €6,300. J.F.C. SHAMROCKS 1-11; TALLOW 0-10 Shamrocks faced Tallow in the second round of the Junior Football Championship last Friday evening in Ballyduff. Having both lost their respective opening rounds, neither side wanted to lose any more ground, so it was a keenly contested game from the start. The only goal of the game was scored by Colm Roche who finished off a good move by Stevie Lucey in the first half. In the end four points separated the teams, and it was no more than Shamrocks deserved. The football will take a back seat for a few weeks as the first rounds of the hurling championship are due to commence soon, but Waterford's participation in the National League final will probably mean a postponment of the first round due to take place on the May Bank Holiday weekend. PADDY BUCKLEY R.I.P. Shamrocks C.L.G. would like to sympathise with the family and friends of Paddy Buckley, The Forge, Knockanore and formerly of Aglish, who passed away last Saturday. Paddy was a good supporter of the club and a good neighbour to all. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. CONGRATULATIONS Congrats to popular player Padraig Ahearne who celebrated his 21st birthday recently. SHAMROCKS LADIES FOOTBALL Training: Training continues this Tuesday and Thursday at the Shamrock GAA pitch at 7.30. Every effort is appreciated! 11 aside league: On Saturday, 4th of April, we took on Ballysaggart in the second round of the 11 aside league.Although we lost by four points, it was great to see such a big panel of players and we really improved since the game versus Clashmore. We are due to take on Old Parish on the 11th of May. New Jerseys: We are very lucky this year to have gotten a new set of jerseys, which we sponsored by Jimmy O'Neill Agri. Ltd, which he presented to us recently.Not only has Jimmy given us the jerseys he has also come on board as our manager. We really appreciate everything Jim and hopefully we will have plenty of success in these jerseys in the future.

Brickey Rangers Intermediate Camogie Team who beat Roanmore in their first match of the league recently in Bushy Park.

Newtown/Ballydurn Newtown/Ballydurn INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL After one win out of two games played our Intermediate footballers are progressing along nicely. Our loss to Portlaw was a close affair losing out by two pts. After that came Mount Sion. Again this was a close affair until half way through the second half when we tagged on two goals to settle the issue. Training is going very well at the moment so keep up the good work lads. DEISE DRAW We had no winner in the first draw of the year. The next draw is on Friday night so hopefully we will have better luck. I would appeal to anyone who have a ticket and not yet paid anything, would they please do so to avoid paying a lump sum at the end of the year. The club would like to thank everyone for their support for the Deise Draw which is a very important financially to the club. ST. MARY'S GAA Congratulations to St. Mary's U-21's who won the County Final last Saturday evening on a scoreline of 2-12 to 2-02. In his speech captain Conor Flynn thanked "everyone" involved in the success. Again well done to everyone involved in this great victory. CAKE SALE The club are having a cake sale after 11.30 Mass on Sunday 26th. Would anyone who is interested in supporting the cake sale please contact any committee member or just bring something along the morning of the sale. LADIES FOOTBALL Best of luck to the Comeragh Rangers Ladies who are involved with the Waterford Intermediates who play either Leitrim or Roscommon in the league semi-final on Sunday.

St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles St. Juveniles U-9 HURLING Ferrybank was the venue last Wednesday evening, 15th April, as our u-9s played De la Salle and the host club in a 3 game blitz. Each club has 2 teams, so every player got a game. Well done to all concerned, keep up the good work. U-14 FOOTBALL Rathgormack were the visitors to Kill last Monday evening, 13th April, for the latest round of the championship. The Comeragh boys proved too strong for our lads who fought to the bitter end losing on a 6-2 to 3-2 scoreline. U-11 HURLING Our u-11 hurlers had a busy and a trying week in the city league in the week just gone. On Monday 13th, Kilmacow were the visitors to Bunmahon as we suffered a heavy 8-7 to 0-0 defeat. Four days later we travelled to Slieverue to take on the home team in Round 3 of the league. A bad start didn't help the lads confidence, yet they battled gamely away for the hour losing in a 6-7 to 1-0 scoreline with young Jack Mooney knotching a goal. Others to impress were Jane Kirwan, Jack Hennessy and Adam Moynihan in goal. MINOR FOOTBALL Our minor footballers completed their league programme over the last week and have safely qualified for the semi-final of the championship which will take place on the weekend 8/9 May. As

of writing the notes we are not sure who our opponents will be just yet, but much too look forward to with this good bunch of lads. Back to the action and last Tuesday evening, 14th April, we faced Kilrossanty in Lemybrien and ran out comfortable winners on a 4-11 to 0-4 scoreline. We were due to play Ballyduff upper this coming week but as they gave a second walkover, they are new eliminated from the championship and so we receive the points. More news next week. U-21 'B' FOOTBALL CHAMPIONS At the second time of asking our u-21s captured the county title in Fraher field last Saturday evening when they proved too strong for Brickey Rangers (see report elsewhere in paper). The returning Jona Fenton and Niall Queally made a huge difference to the team and so did Ciaran Kirwan who was available after his efforts with St. Declans. Despite playing with a strong breeze we only led by two points coming up to the interval when a mini scoring burst of 2-3 either side of the short whistle copper-fastened the win. It was just rewards for some of these lads who have lost the last two County U-21 finals and a couple of minor finds to boot as well. Well done to the young management trio of Conor Hennessy, Tommy Dunphy and William Harney who have done trojan work with this group since late January (that’s not easy with most lads in college and adult competition as well). As its some lads last time in a St. Marys jersey we wish them well with their adult club and thank them for many years service to the maroon and white.

Rathgormack Rathgormack TRAINING TIMES Training for u-21, Junior and Senior continues on Tuesday and Friday nights at 7.30 p.m. and at 11.00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our seniors take on Clashmore this coming Saturday in a crucial round two game. Throw-in is at 8 p.m. in the Fraher Field. We would urge all Rathgormack supporters to get to Dungarvan on Saturday evening and shout on this young team. Your support is very much appreciated. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our minors take on Stradbally in a play-off for third place in the group in Stradbally on Thursday, 23rd April. All support is much appreciated. PLAYING GEAR The club will be placing a new order with O’Neills for various items of club gear in the coming weeks. Anyone who wishes to place an order should give details and money to Vinny Murray, 087-9969403, before Friday, 1st May. Details of items available can be viewed at rathgormackgaa.ie TOPAZ CASH FOR CLUBS Rathgormack GAA Club has signed up for this promotion which will see the club entered into a draw, with a minimum payback of €250 for qualifying clubs. Everytime you spend €40 at participating Topaz garages, you will receive a stamp on your cash for clubs card. When you receive 5 stamps the card should be returned to your club. The club needs to collect 300 cards to qualify but we have already made a good start and we would call on all our members and parents of our juveniles to give a big push to collect enough full cards before the entry deadline of 10th May. The top prize in the draw is €10,000, but every club who qualifies will receive a minimum of €250. Our

local Topaz is Autopower, Clonmel Road, Carrickon-Suir. Completed cards should be returned to any committee member. U-6, U-8 & U-10 FOOTBALL TRAINING With the long evenings upon us training for our U-6, U-8 and U-10 teams has switched to Tuesday evenings from 6-15-7-15, with our first session last Tuesday, 31st March. The photo shows four of our U-6's braving the strong winds at their first outdoor session with the club last Tuesday evening. We would urge all parents to get their boys to the field every Tuesday evening, and anyone who we did not see for the indoor sessions or who is new to the club from Rathgormack, Clonea or the surrounding areas is more than welcome to come along and join in.

John Mitchells John Mitchels INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We play our final championship league game this Saturday against Kill. We currently have 3 wins from 3 and are guaranteed a place in the knockout stages. However our opponents have been playing good football and pose a serious threat. Please come out and support the lads before the break in games over the coming months. Game is timed for 2:30 pm in Portlaw. UNDERAGE Training is now in full swing on Thursday evenings. We cater from ages 4 years and up. We start at 6:30 pm. If you are new to the area and your child wants to take part in training and games then come along, we'll make you feel welcome. All coaches are Garda vetted and have their coaching courses completed. LAST MAN STANDING There will be a round of games this weekend. We still have 22 entrants in with a chance of winning. Well done to everyone in reaching the business end of the competition. WEDDING BELLS Congratulations to Dan Kirby and Joy Hearne on the celebration of their wedding last weekend. Dan is a former player for the club. They were joined by a large gathering of family and friends for a truly great day. Best wishes to the happy couple in their future lives together.

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. CLONEA 100 CYCLE Our Sponsored Cycle has been re-scheduled to Sunday, May 10th. Registration will start at 8am and cycles will commence from 8.30am onwards. WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Well done to our young County Senior Hurlers on their fantastic win over Tipperary and all the best to them in the League final against Cork. CLONEA JUVENILE HURLING CLUB BLOTTO April Blotto draw this Sunday in Clancy’s. Jackpot is now €5,400. We appreciate your support.

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Abbeyside Abbeyside Ladies Ladies GAELIC4GIRLS STARTING IN ABBEYSIDE The Gaelic4Girls Programme starts next Monday, 27th April, in the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA pitch. It is targeting girls aged 8-12 who have not previously played football with a club and teaches the girls the skills of Ladies Football through fun based games. The programme will run every Monday from 6.30 to 7.30 pm in Abbeyside up until the end of June. We are asking girls to come at 6.15 pm next Monday to register for the programme. The cost is €8 for the 10 weeks and includes the Gelic4Girls jersey. The club are also looking for parents and past players to help out with this exciting programme. Anyone interested should contact the Gaelic4Girls co-ordinator Siobhan Murray (0876480671) INDOOR FOOTBALL The Indoor Football held in Scoil Gharbháin on Mondays is finished as we move outdoors with the Gaelic4Girls Programme which starts next Monday, 27th April in the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA pitch and everyone is welcome. We would like to thank the girls, their parents, Scoil Gharbháin, our coaches and helpers for making this such a great success and look forward to seeing everyone at the Gaelic4Girls next Monday. INTERNATIONAL SUPER-SCHOOLS TOURNAMENT Best of luck to Caoimhe Dwyer, Sarah Morrissey and Ciara McKenna who are competing in France this week with their school, St. Augustine’s, in the annual “Super-Schools Tournament” REGISTRATION Registrations are now due and can be given to the team managers at training. FACEBOOK AND TWITTER Abbeyside Ladies GAA is now on Facebook and Twitter, where club members can easily keep in touch with club news.

Ballyduff Upper Juvenile Ballyduff Upper Juvenile U-9 HURLING & FOOTBALL LEAGUE We played the 2nd round of the hurling league away to Naomh Brid in Modeligo last Monday. A great match was played. Next Monday, 27th April we play the 2nd round of the Football League at home in Ballyduff Upper against Naomh Brid at 7 pm. The boys are really enjoying the mix of hurling and football at the moment. U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY We played our Round 2 match in the U-11 Town & Country Hurling League in Tallow last weekend losing out narrowly to Cois Bhride. The next match in this League will be played on Friday, 1st of May in Modeligo against Naomh Brid. U-12 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY The first match of this Hurling League will take place on Friday next, 24th April against Fourmilewater in Ballymacarbry. U-14 WESTERN FOOTBALL – DIVISION 3 The 4th round match of this Division was played last Thursday at home against Naomh Brid. We lost heavily in this encounter but hopefully we can pick ourselves up for the next match on Wednesday, 29th April against Affane in Cappoquin. CONFIRMATION The Club would like to congratulate all the children in fifth & sixth class who made their Confirmation during the week. Hope you all had a great day! SYMPATHY The Juvenile Club would like to extend their sympathy to Geraldine Power and family on the recent passing of Pat O’Flynn, in Birmingham, England. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Fourmilewater JAMIE BARRON Congratulations to Jamie Barron and the Waterford team on a magnificent victory over Tipperary last Sunday in the National Hurling League Semi-Final that sees Waterford qualify for their first league final since 2007. Jamie played a huge part in what was a thrilling victory. Waterford now go on to play Cork in the final on Sunday May 3rd. 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. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Fourmilewater v Dungarvan Friday, May 8th at 7:30pm. Venue: Colligan. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The weekly Lotto draw took place in Doocey's

Bar last Saturday evening. No winner. Five by €30 winners: Helen Ryan, Ann Joy, Eileen Power, Eileen Mulcahy, Tony Doocey. Numbers drawn 4, 19, 27. Next week’s Jackpot €1,650. WEEKLY LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Doocey’s Bar at 9:30 p.m. 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 1st shared between Maurice Prendergast & Mary Ryan. Eddie Byrne & Kathleen Coleman. Lucky Tables: Mem Murphy & John Mangan. Philly Freaney & Con O’Dwyer. DEISE DRAW The first Deise Draw took place last Friday, March 27th. There will be another 7 draws over the next 7 months. Every Months 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 Elvery’s 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. DEISE DAY 2015 Tickets are now on sale for the Deise Day corporate event at Punchestown on Saturday, May 2nd. A table of 10 costs €1500. The package includes free admission, a free race card, 4 course meal and live entertainment. Local band Newfoundland are lined up for the event. Proceeds to be split 50/50 between Waterford GAA and the Waterford Ladies development fund. If you are interested in coming along with a group of friends, work colleagues, family etc please contact any of the following Committee Members: Pat Grant 083 1056545, Crohan McGregor 086 0763918, Sean O'Regan 083 1019884, David Walsh 058 42786, Lisa Cronin 087 6210103, John Jackson 087 9833905 or Pat Sullivan 087 8533900. VIP If you are interested in a VIP package which gives you a seat at the County Chairman’s table please contact any member of the committee. A seat at the table costs €150. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-8's: Our u-8 were in Carriganore last Saturday morning they play Stradbally, De La Salle and Ballygunner had a fantastic morning all played well getting better by the week. U-11s: Our U-11s travelled to Abbeyside last Friday evening. We performed really well against a very good Abbeyside team who emerged as winners on the night. Well done to everyone involved. U-14s: Hard luck to our U-14s who lost out to Brickey Rangers in a close contest last week. 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 Milfield €1. U-10/U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening in the Milfield at 6 pm €1. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursday's between 5 pm and 6 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 Milfield €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 team-mates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Naomh Chartaigh Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh Juveniles (LISMORE / BALLYSAGGART JUVENILE) U-9s Our U-9s played Dungarvan at home on Monday night last in the football league. U-11s The U-11s had a great game at home to

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Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty handball Club Club Championship. Pat Devereux with U-11C & D Rian Cosgrave, Winner. Con Willams, Finalists. Sean Callaghan and Jack Kiely. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Youghal on Friday evening in the Town & Country League with the game ending in a draw. A fair result, well done to all involved. The Ber Ryan U11 Tournament is fixed for Saturday, 9th May. MEMBERSHIP Outstanding membership can be paid at training to the mentors or to any committee member. Thanks to all who have paid up. €30 per family for the year. SYMPATHY Naomh Chartaigh Juvenile GAA Club, offers sympathy to John Heneghan & family, Main St., on the death of John’s father Sean. May he rest in peace.

Kilmacthomas Kilmacthomas UNDER 14 CUP Kilmac 1; St. Pauls 0. A great performance from the lads in an evenly contested Cup match. We knew this was going to take something special to over-come the league champions. With a full squad to pick from we started with Patrick and Aiden in the centre of the back 4 with Luke pushing up to a midfield role.This worked well as it made us more competitive. Early exchanges were evenly shared but we gradually got more of a hold on the game and good approach work saw Jack just beat their ‘keeper to a 50/50 ball to score the only goal of the game. It came at a good time as half-time approached, the expected back lash came from the visitors after that and we had to with stand some sustained pressure when Ben was called on to make a few great saves as well as the crossbar coming to our rescue. We caused them plenty trouble with Daniel Fenlon grazing the post on a couple of occasions. Finally, it was the fact that everyone subs included worked tirelessly that we got something out of this game, I’d like to thank St. Pauls for a very sporting game and wish them success next year in the A league UNDER 13 CUP Kilmac 7; Railway 2. We adavanced to the next round after an easy win over Railway. The boys did all that was asked of them and we look forward to the next round. COMMUNITY GAMES We took part in the indoor games on Saturday and did well to reach the final after beating Abbeyside in the semi-final after extra time and penalties. We came up against a strong Gualtier team in the final and had to give best on a 2- 1 scoreline. Our thanks to Conor Keating, Fionn Whelan, Jake Whelan, Oscar Brunnock, Alan Cantwell, Daniel Behan, James Lenihan and Barry Whelan who put in a great effort and played good football. Our thanks to all the parents who supported us and turned up at short notice. INFIRMARY CUP We face Carrick on Saturday in Tom Drohan Park at 4.15 p.m. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Clashmore/Kinsaelbeg SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our Senior Footballers are back in action this week as they take on Rathgormack in the second round of the championship on Saturday night at

8 pm in the Fraher Field. Our lads will be anxious to carry on where they left off here after a great opening round win but on the flip side Rathgormack will be all out to pick up their first points of this campaign so a tough challenge is expected here and we wish our panel the best of luck for this game. Also after a poor local turnout for the first round game, we are urging as many of our supporters as possible to go along to this game to cheer on your team! JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior footballers make their championship bow on Friday night with a home game in Clashmore at 7 pm against a strong Nire team. So we also wish them the very best of luck as they face into a competition which we normally compete very well in and we would hope to see a good crowd at the field to support them for this one. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Our Intermediate hurlers are back on the field of play on Monday night at Clashmore at 19.15 p.m. when they play near neighbours Ardmore in the Intermediate Hurling League. So again we hope to see some good support up at the field for this one. DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The Deise Development Draw for April will take place on this Friday night at Micilin's, Kilrossanty. NATIONAL HURLING LEAGUE SEMI-FINAL Huge congratulations to Waterford Senior hurlers on a superb win over Tipperary in the NHL Semi-Final over the weekend and especially to our own two representatives Tadhg de Burca and Brian O'Halloran who both played their parts. We all look forward now to a final meeting with neighbours Cork in a few weeks time which will give everyone a sneak preview of their championship meeting a few weeks later. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES U-16 Footballers Qualify for Knockout Stages: After a great win against Dungarvan last Monday night, our U-16 footballers have earned a place in the semi-finals of the Division 1 County Championship. This match will be played on May 9th against opposition yet to be decided. Well done to the entire team and management for their hard work and keep an eye on these notes and social media for updates on this game. Waterford Win: Well done to Waterford on their fantastic win against Tipperary in Nowlan Park and a special congrats to two former star juvenile players from our own club, Tadhg de Búrca and Brian O'Halloran, who are on this panel and representing their parish and county proudly.

Cois Bhride SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW UNDER 13 FOOTBALL Our U-13 footballers were in action Thursday 9th and had a great game against St. Oliver's, with a final score of Cois Bhride 3-15; St.Oliver's 2-4.The following night our U-12 hurlers were in action against Lismore in the Town & Country league beating them on a score of Cois Bhride 3-6; Lismore:1-05. Both matches showed off some great skills in football and hurling so well done to both teams and their mentors, keep up the good work! UNDER 16 FOOTBALL Our U16 footballers travelled to Waterford

again on Sunday 12th to take on Sacred Heart in what was our third game of the championship. After a loss and a draw in the first two games a win was vital to ensure an easier passage into the knockout stages. The boys did not disappoint with a big win scoring 6 goals two crackers from Ciaran and William. Team: Mark Steward, Tom Roche, Billy Henley, Dean Beecher, Robbie Geary, Ben Aherne, Ian Beecher (2-1), Billy Hynes (0-3), Ivan O’Neill, Eoin McGrath (0-1), Kieran Crawford (0-2), Ciaran Hunt (2-0), Liam Motherway (1-1), Michael Condon, Ciaran McCarthy, William Cunningham (1-0), Padraig Hynes.

Our next match is against Ballyduff Upper fixed for Monday, 20th April at 6.30 p.m. in Tallow. Full-time result Cois Bhride 6-8; Sacred Heart 1-3. Well done again to all the team and mentors, this was a great result and effort by everyone. UNDER 9 FOOTBALL Our U-9 footballers were in action in Tallow last week, (Monday 13th) and despite playing some really good football they unfortunately couldn't get the better of Ballyduff on the night. UNDER 11 HURLERS On the same night our U-11 hurlers were in Knockanore to play St. Pat's where they had a great win seeing Cois Bhride on a final score of 6-8, while holding the opposition scoreless. Well done to all involved! UNDER 13 FOOTBALL Tuesday night last week (14th) our U-13 footballers were in action and unfortunately didn't come out on top, but played very well against Na Gaelteacht with a final score of Cois Bhride 0-12; An Gaelteacht 2-13. TOWN & COUNTRY LEAGUE Friday, 17th April, our U-11 hurlers were in action in Tallow against Ballyduff in the Town & Country League, where they had a great game with a result of Cois Bhride 1-4; Ballyduff 2-1. Team: Ciarán Lenehan, Darragh Spillane, Ian Martin, Jake Henley, Shane Cronin, Shane Martin, Jake O'Brien, Jack McDonnell, Adam McSweeney, Dylan Beecher Flynn, Callum McCarthy.

UNDER 16 GAME ABANDONED Our U-16 lads played Ballyduff in Tallow on Monday night. Our boys led at half-time a goal and six to a point. But after a nasty injury to a Ballyduff player at the start of the second half, the game was abandoned. We wish the player a speedy recovery. Training Thursday night at 7.15 pm. Next match on Monday, 27th April at 6.30 p.m. in Kilmacthomas. For the players who have not paid their membership, please bring it to training on Thursday night. FIRST AID We are hoping to assign a first aid person to each team for the coming GAA season. If you have a first aid qualification and would be interested in helping out then please let any team mentor know. If you have no first aid qualification and would like to gain one with a view to helping out with one of the teams please contact Sinead Lenehan on 087-4194808. If we have enough interest then the club will look into organising a course. UPCOMING FIXTURES Friday, 24th April at 6.30 pm U-12 Hurling Div 1: Home v Dungarvan. Monday, 27th April at 6.30 pm U-16 Football Div 3: Away v Kilmacthomas. Monday, 27th April at 7pm U-9 Football Div 2: Away v St. Pats. Wednesday 29th April at 6.30 pm U-14 Football Div 2: Home v The Brickeys.

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 €6,400. On Sunday night last Bridie Moore was drawn out and chose card number 4 which wasn’t the Joker although she did win €50. Coleen Power and Michael Sullivan 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 FOOTBALL On Saturday evening last we recorded our second victory in the County Senior Football Championship when we defeated De la Salle in Walsh Park. Team: S. ENRIGHT, D. COLLINS, S. BRIGGS, E. BERGIN, B. LOOBY, S. O’HARE, D. HENLEY, J. HURNEY, C. MALONEY, P. HURNEY, M. FERNCOMBE, M. O’HALLORAN, S. O’DONOVAN, G. HURNEY, M. FIVES.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We played Ballinamelia in the second round of the Western Championship in Bushy Park where after an entertaining game of football we were unfortunately defeated by one point. Team: R. RYAN, C. McCARTHY, M. LAVAN, J.RYAN, M. POWER, P. LYNCH, C. KINDREGAN, M. MAHER, E. ENRIGHT, E. COLLINS, M. GORMAN, N. DEE, S. CLIFFE, J. O’BRIEN, D. FERNCOMBE. Subs: L. HURNEY.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our Junior Footballers got their Western Championship Campaign off to a winning start on Friday night last as they defeated Colligan in Bushy Park. Team: D. ENRIGHT, C. DWYER, J. FITZPATRICK, P. BERGIN, S. O’GORMAN, J. ORGAN, P. COLLINS, D. MORRISSEY, D. SWEENEY, S. O’CONNOR, D. HICKEY, R. PROCTOR, M. COLEMAN, C. O’CONNELL, M. FLYNN.

SENIOR HURLING This Sunday we are due to play Ballyduff Upper in Ballyduff at 2 pm in the County League. COUNTY MINOR We would like to wish the Waterford Minor Footballers especially Conor Prunty, Kevin Dwane, John Elstead, David Looby, Conor McCarthy, Neil Montgomery, Eoin Kiely and Darragh McGrath the very best of luck ahead of their Munster Championship game against Limerick this Wednesday night. We also wish Gary Hurney the very best of luck in his role as team coach for the match. MEMBERSHIP We would ask all players to please make an effort to get their membership fees paid as soon as possible as any player who suffers an injury in training or matches is not covered by insurance unless they have paid their membership. Membership can be paid to Kevin Tobin or Pa Enright. 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 €1,400. JUVENILE SECTION Under 14 Feile football: The under 14 players had a great win on Saturday against the Gaelteacht in the Feile final with a final score line of 3-08 to 2-3. Conditions were tough in the first half as we played against a strong wind. We scored two early goals through our full forward Daniel Raher. Our full back line of Patrick Fitzgerald, Michael Troy and Sean Roche played well and dealt with the high ball well. Ring came back at us before half-time and it was all level at the break. We began well in the second half with our half forward line of Oisin Hallahan, Darragh Slevin and Cian Riordan playing well, with a great goal by Cian. We continued to defend well with half back line of Colin Foley, Alec Norris and particularly Eoin Aherne playing very well. Our goalkeeper played well and wasn't at fault for any of their goals. Our midfield partnership of Rory Aherne and Senan Travers got really on top in the second half and played some great ball into the full forward line of David Shields, Daniel Raher and David Hayes This was a good team performance with Ben O’Donavon, Daniel Treen, Eoin Flynn, Jamie Moylan also impressing, and also tony Dwyer, Calum Beresford, Cathal Cosgrove were part of the squad. The lads now have a wonderful weekend away to look forward to in late June, something they will remember for the rest of their lives. We wish a speedy recovery to Michael Kiely, Niall Buckley and D. J. Kiely who are presently on the injured list. Minor football: On Friday night last we took on county champions the Nire and after playing well in this game we came away with victory. Well done to all. Under 8: The under 8s travelled to Carriganore on Saturday morning last to take part in a blitz. We had two teams involved and both teams played three games each. All the training at home and in the field is paying off as some great hurling was played by all. A big thank you must go to all the parents who provided transport on the day. It is back to the field this Saturday

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015 morning at half past ten for training and, of course, new members are always welcome. Outdoor hurling: Our outdoor hurling sessions continue again on Saturday morning, the 25th April at our club grounds. These sessions will include under 6, 7 and 8s and will run from 10.30 to 11.30. Our under 9 team will train between the time of 11.30 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. PLAYER PROFILES Name: Eoghan Cosgrave Age: 5 years Favourite Sport: Hurling Favourite Food: Pizza Favourite TV Programme: Batman Name: James O’Donnell Age: 6 years Favourite Sport: Football Favourite Food: Chips Favourite TV Programme: Spongebob CAMOGIE The Abbeyside U-12 Camogie players travelled to the well presented An Rinn venue where the first blitz of the year was played in glorious sunshine. The girls played three games on the day against An Rinn, Brickeys and Dungarvan. The girls competed well in all of the games with the skills improving as the games went on. Well done to all of the girls who played excellent Camogie throughout the day. Thanks to all parents who assisted in ensuring all of the girls had transport to the venue. Thanks to An Rinn for the excellent hospitality as always. Go raibh maith agaibh. The next U-12 blitz is Saturday, May 2nd in Abbeyside. We would like to wish Moya a speedy recovery from a recent injury. Panel for the day: Laura Morrissey, Laura Murray, Megan Foley, Hannah Walsh, Aoibheann O’Grady, Emma Byrne, Emma Reynolds, Ellen Power, Cliodhna Roche, Kaia McGovern, Heather O’Reilly, Caoimhe Ni Mhurchu & Lauren Maher.

Training continues every Friday evening from 17:00 to 18:00 in the Abbeyside field.

St. Patrick’s U-8 Our under 8's had a great day in Carriganore on Saturday. They played really well and worked hard. The players that took part were: Darragh Condon, Eoghan White, Michael Tobin, Fionnán Drohan, Darragh Devine, Noel Fleming, Jamie Walsh and Colin Ryan

U-9 Our under 9s started their series of matches against the Brickey Rangers. Our lads tried hard but were up against stronger teams in these hurling and football matches. Cois Bríd is our the next opposition.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 14th April: Numbers drawn were 5, 11, 20 and 23. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Aidan Roche, Daniel & Anne Devine and Mary B. O’Brien. Next week’s jackpot is €1,000. HURLING LEAGUE Well done to the Waterford Senior Hurlers who had a fantastic victory over Tipperary last Sunday in Nowlan Park to secure a League Final meeting against Cork on Sunday, May 3rd. Our own club player Stephen Bennett had a key role in this success. Well done Stephen. WESTERN JUNIOR INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED FOOTBALL LEAGUE Ballysaggart opened their football league campaign in Lismore last Friday evening with a game against The Geraldines. This was our first venture with the big bag in a number of years and we made a successful return to the football stage winning on a scoreline of 5-4 to 1-7. Scorers: Shane Bennett 3-0, Eugene O’Brien 1-0, Barry Murphy 1-0, Cailean O’Gorman 0-1, Michael Ryan 0-1, Jack Roche 0-2 Team: Darren Meagher, Sam Ryan, Bobby Ryan, Stephen Mangan, Christy Murphy, Kieran Bennett, Chris O’Gorman, Cailean O’Gorman, Barry Murphy, Liam O’Gorman, Eugene O’Brien, Jack Roche, Paudie Hale, Shane Bennett, Michael Ryan, Stephen Hale.

LADIES FOOTBALL NOTES U-16 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP The U-16 girls took to the field in the 3rd of Championship last Sunday where they met St. Olivers. It was even pegging at half-time 1-2 to 5 pts. but in the second half Ballysaggart stepped it up a gear and came away well deserved win-

Friary/Abbeyside/Ballinacourty handball Club Club Championship. Pat Devereux presents presents William Beresford with his U-12A Winners Trophy. Also included is Seanie Lenihan, Finalists. Rian Hayes, U-11B Winner and Adam Barry, Finalist. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] ners on a scoreline of 3-11 to 1-2. They now meet St Pats in the next round. Venue, date and time to be confirmed. Team: Shiona O’Regan, Shauna O’Keeffe, Niamh Aldred, Aine O’Reilly, Claire Murphy, Eimear Montayne, Abbie Roche, Robyn Roche, Jane Murphy, Alison Prendergast, Erin Mangan, Emma Tobin, Ribh Ardern, Becky McGlone, Sophie Landers, Lorna Foley, Keelan Ardern.

U-14 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP Congratulations to the U-14 Waterford girls who beat Kerry by a point last week. We wish Leanne Landers and the county the very best of luck as they meet Cork in the Munster Final.

Affane/Cappoquin Affane/Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in our Club Lotto for the jackpot prize of €7,100 on Monday April 13th were 5-9-19-25 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Sham/Sheila Denn, Bawnfaun; Brian/Ger Murray, Kilbree; Lar/ Esther Denn, Affane; Cathy Halley, Allen St, and Paul McCormack Killahalla. This week’s draw was held on Monday, April 20th and the results will appear here next week. UPCOMING U-12 HURLING TOWN/COUNTRY FIXTURES Rd 2 Fri., April 24th at 6.30 pm Cappoquin (H) V Lismore in The Sportsfield. THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who are the last two players to captain both Waterford senior hurling and senior football wiining sides? 2, Who was the Waterford ref who refereed the 1977 national football league final between the Dubs and Kerry and the 1980 Munster senior hurling final between Cork and Limerick? 3, Who were the joint captains of the Ballygunner side who won last year’s Waterford senior hurling championship? LAST WEEKS ANSWERS 1, Brian Flannery is the former Waterford and Tipp senior hurler that lined out for Tipp at centre half back against Waterford in the 1992 Munster Minor hurling final. 2, Ken McGrath is the last Waterford player to play minor, u-21 and senior hurling championship in the same year. 3, Waterford won the munster minor hurling championship on four occasions. SYMPATHY The Affane/Cappoquin GAA club extends its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Jer Ormond, Poulbautia who died recently. May he rest in peace SARGENT CUP Cappoquin play Roanmore in Cleaboy this Thursday, April 23rd at 7 pm in Round 2 of the Sargent Cup.

Colligan Emmetts WESTERN JFC (PREMIER), RD. 2 We faced neighbours Modeligo in the second round of the Divisional Junior (Premier) football Championship on Thursday evening last (April 16th) in Fraher Field, and after a hard fought battle we came out on top by three points, final score Colligan Emmetts 1-7; Modeligo 0-7. WESTERN JFC (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED), RD. 1 For the first time in a few years, we fielded a second football team and last Friday evening saw seventeen players togged out in Bushy Park as we faced a lively Ballinacourty outfit in this open-

ing round clash. On the night, Ballinacourty were the better team and ran out deserving winners, but huge credit to our lads who showed great pride in the jersey and battled away throughout. I think it’s fair to say we had a nice blend of youth and experience but fair play to all who turned up and put in a gutsy performance. For the record the team that lined out was as follows: Pat Dunford, Simon Waters, Stephen Ryan, Kevin Hickey, Bryan Fraher, Johnny Kiely, Noel Drohan, Stephen McGrath, Benny Hickey, Jason Dunford, Tom Kiely, Paudie Flynn, Shane Hickey, Davy McGrath, Michael Ryan. Subs: Maurice Butler, and John Nick Dunford.

WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Our Junior hurlers face Ballysaggart in the second round of the hurling league this Saturday evening (April 25th), throw-in at 6:30 pm in Colligan. Our remaining hurling league games will be against Geraldine’s, Ballinameela, and Brickey Rangers. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quill’s Master McGrath Bar on Monday, April 13th last. The numbers drawn were 17, 18, 22 & 24, the €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Pat Dalton, Betty Condon, Martina Walsh, and John McCarthy. Last Monday (20/4) night’s Jackpot was worth €4,450. WELL DONE COLIN! Congratulations to club man Colin Dunford and the Waterford senior hurlers on a fantastic victory over Tipperary in last Sunday’s Allinaz NHL semi-final in Nowlan Park, Kilkenny. Colin’s second half goal proved to be a decisive score as Derek McGrath’s charges ground out a hard fought win (1-19 to 2-15) after a sterling second – half display. All roads will now lead to Semple Stadium for the League Final against Cork on May 3rd, which will be a dress rehearsal ahead of the sides’ Munster Semi-Final Championship clash in June.

Modeligo 2015 WESTERN JUNIOR PREMIER FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Colligan 1 - 7; Modeligo 0 - 7. Our second game in this year's Western Junior Football Championship saw us line out against last year’s Divisional Finalists, Colligan. The game was played on Thursday, April 16th at the Fraher Field venue, and the lads were beaten on this occasion by a goal. While it wasn't a great game to watch, there was very little between the teams in the first half with Colligan's goal coming right on the stroke of half-time. The same pattern of broken play continued throughout the second half with both sides missing several more scoreable chances. Our next outing in this championship comes some time in June as the focus now turns to the huling championship. SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy is expressed from all in Modeligo GAA Club to the Ormonde family on the passing of Mr. Ger Ormonde, of Poulbáite. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hainm." CAMOGIE TRAINING RETURNS 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. FIXTURES & DATES FOR THE DIARY Please note the following Official Fixtures & upcoming event dates for our local Club; ● Thursday, April 16th;West Junior Football Championship vrs. Colligan. Fraher Field at 7.15 pm.Reitoir TBC

● Saturday, April 25th; West Intermediate Hurling League vrs. St. Marys, Touraneena. Kirwan Park, Touraneena at 6.30 pm. Reitoir TBC ● Friday, May 1st: West Intermediate Hurling Championship vrs. Ardmore. Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. Reitoir TBC ● Sunday, May 10th; West Junior "B" Hurling Championship vrs. Geraldines. Bushy Park 1:30 pm Reitoir TBC ● Saturday, May 23rd: Fundraising Collection of Unwanted Clothing & Scrap Metal; Modeligo Community Centre from 11 am to 1 pm. NEW ARRIVAL! Congratulations from all in Modeligo GAA circles to our Club Treasurer John Fitzgerald and his wife Bridget, Derra Lower, Modeligo on the birth of their son over the weekend. UNWANTED CLOTHING & SCRAP METAL COLLECTION Modeligo GAA Club will hold a fundraising Scrap metal collection on Saturday, May 23rd, between 11 am and 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

DEISE DRAW 2015 The second draw in the 2015 series of Deise Draws takes place this Friday night, April 24th in Micilín's in Kilrossanty. CONFIRMATION IN MODELIGO Congratulations to the local children from Modeligo National School who were Confirmed on Tuesday of last week by our newly ordained Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan. N.H.L. SEMI - FINALS Congratulations to the Waterford Senior hurler's, along with Tom Devine, on their victory over Tipperary in the National Hurling League Semi-final in Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Sunday last. Next up are Cork in the League Final on Sunday, May 3rd in Semple Stadium, Thurles.

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Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €2,400 held In Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 19/4/15. Numbers were 2, 8, 9,16. €30 to the following people Benny Whyte, Cutten Rachel & Sinead c/o Micilins €30 Seller’s prize to Joan Walsh c/o Monica’s. Next Clotto Held in Miclins Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 26/4/15 for a Jackpot of €2,500. On duty on the night Benny Whyte and Michael Keating. SENIOR FOOTBALL Our senior footballers are in second round championship action this coming Sunday in Fraher Field at 2.00 p.m. After getting off to a winning start in the opening game it is very important to keep the winning momentum going. Here's hoping we will have a big crown to cheer on the famed Green & Gold on Sunday. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our junior footballers are also in championship action this weekend. They take on the Brickeys at home in Leamybrien at 7:00 pm this coming Friday evening. The lads have done well in this championship over the last couple of seasons. Let’s hope that Noel P. and his team of selectors and players will have another successful campaign this term. MINOR FOOTBALL Our minor footballers were in championship action last week and lost out to a more physical St. Mary's outfit. The lads have done very well in this championship, considering the amount of players we have at our disposal in this age group. The ability to continue to field a team at this age when many of the other teams in our division are giving walkovers. The lads have reached the semi-final and as of yet our opponents are not known. DEISE DRAW This coming Friday sees the second Deise draw taking place in Micilins Bar, Kilrossanty. This continues to be a great fund raiser for the club with 70% of ticket sales returning to the club. Tickets can still be got for Fridays draw and remaining draws. Contact Mairead, Jason or Kevin or any committee member for details. Thanks to one and all for your continued support JUVENILE NOTES Under 16 football: Our U-16 footballers took on Clan Na Gael last Friday evening in Leamybrien and came out on top winning with ease on a scoreline of 3-20 to 2-1. On Monday we travelled to Ballymacarbry to take on Nire we lead at half-time on a scoreline of 2-2 to 1-8 but in the second half the tables turned and we lost out by a single point. Final score 3-8 to 1-13. We now take on Rathgormack this Monday in Leamybrien at 7 pm; come along and support the lads Juvenile Training: Continues on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. 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. Under 13 football Division 1: Our boys played The Nire in a very exciting game last week; The Nire came out winners by 4 pts in the end. Our next game is against Dungarvan. Results next week. Under 11 and 12: Town and Country hurling league has started and our under 11's played Oliver's at home last Wednesday evening. Our under 12's are playing Ardmore at home this Thursday evening at 6.45 p.m.

Stradbally MINOR FOOTBALL Minor Football play-off against Rathgormack in Stradbally at 8 pm on Thursday evening, the 23rd April, in the event of a draw 10 minutes each way extra time will be played. ON COUNTY DUTY Well done to Michael Sweeney who played for Waterford Minors last Wednesday evening in Thurles against Tipperary. Also to the Brick who hurled so well for Waterford against Tipperary to reach the final of the National League. WELL DONE MICHAEL. Well done to Michael Sweeney who was the March winner of All The Young Blues performance of the month for his outstanding performance in the minor football championship game against St. Savours played in Stradbally. All The Young Blues is a new media outlet covering all aspects of GAA in Waterford. U-21 PLAYERS Congratulations to Ciaran Cusack, Cathal Cusack and Paul Tobin who were picked by the All The Young Blues U-21 team of the year. This was in recognition of their excellent performances throughout the year. DEISE DRAW The April Deise Draw takes place in Kilrossanty on Friday the 24th. All money to be in to Breda Kiely before then. It is still not too late to join, contact any committee member. PARISH LEAGUES Winter league points table after round 6. Roscommon 35, Down 32, Meath 31, Kerry 29,

Waterford 27, and Cork 24. We will have two rounds this week, on Thursday and Sunday evening at 6-45 p.m. Fixtures for round 7 on Thursday next. Kerry V Waterford. Meath V Cork, and Roscommon V Down. COPPER COAST CYCLE Please support our club cycle in aid of the pitch development which takes place on Sunday, 10th May at 10 a.m. There is two routes: 40km Stradbally - Bunmahon - Kill Ballylaneen - Kilmacthomas - Stradbally 100km Stradbally - Bunmahon - Tramore Waterford - Dungarvan- Stradbally. It cost's €20 per cyclist and includes a BBQ after. This will be a great day out for all the family. LADIES NOTES County Duty: Well done to the Waterford U14 ladies team who beat Kerry last Saturday. This was their fourth win having beaten Tipperary, Limerick and Clare in the round robin. They are now due to play Cork in the Munster A Final in the coming weeks. Stradbally have six girls on this panal, Sarah Mullaney, Jade Queally, Aoife Brazil, Roisin Dunphy, Sheena McGuickian and Kaylyn O'Donnell. Well done girls!! The U-16 county ladies and minor ladies were moved into the A section of their championships and had to play Cork and Kerry. The 16s lost both their games with the Minors beating Kerry but losing to Tipperary and Cork. However, due to an appeal from the county Board both teams have been reinstated to the B championship. Fixtures for these games are not yet known but will be in the coming weeks. League Semi-Final: The Waterford Ladies Intermediate team will take on Roscommon in the Division 3 semi-final this weekend. The Intermediate team won all their league games to date and here's hoping they keep up the winning streak. Best of luck to Nicola Fennell is part of the county Intermediate ladies team. Club Fixtures – U-16: Stradbally travelled to Comeragh Rangers on Sunday morning to play their second match in this grade. Having had a comprehensive win over Gaultier, the girls were in a confident mood but they met a stern challenge from the Comeragh Rangers girls. The home team got the better start scoring 3 quick points but the Stradbally girls got their challenge going with great points from Margaret Anne Boylan and a quick goal put the girls in the lead by 5 points at half time. Comeragh Rangers fought back in the second half but our defence was superb and held the home team scoreless. Final score Stradbally 4-14 to Comeragh 4 pts. It was a great team performance with huge work rate throughout the field won it on the day. The girls are now through to a semi-final. Team: Megan O'Brien, Sarah Mullaney, Emily Keane, Ashlin Keane, Roisin Dunphy, Rachel McGuckian, Aoife Brazil, Jade Queally, Chloe Fennell, Margaret Anne Boylan, Aishling Mullaney, Meadbh Curran, Kaylin O'Donnell, Anna Shaw Hamilton, Sheena McGuckian, Kate Heffernan, Hannah Walsh, Rebecca McCormack, Ellen Boylan, Shiona Dunphy and Taylor Flynn.

Intermediate: Our Intermediates have played Abbeyside and Comeragh Rangers in their 11 aside league and were unfortunately beaten in both. They are due to play Dungarvan away on the 11th May. Best of Luck: We would like to wish Chloe Fennell, Aishling Mullaney and Rachal McGuickian all the best as they represent their country and school St. Augustine's College in the Superschools competition in France this week. Thank You: We would like to thank all the girls that helped out in the bag pack on Easter weekend. This is to help fundraise towards the pitch development.

SliabhgCua/St. gCua/St. Mary’s Sliabh Mary’s SLIABH gCUA V GERALDINE’S Played in Fraher Field in fine but windy conditions on Saturday afternoon, Sliabh gCua took on Geraldine’ in Round 2 of the intermediate championship. Both teams had secured first round wins and would be eager to continue their winning ways. Sliabh gCua faced an uphill struggle from the start being without the services of Kevin Sheehan, David Whelan, Conor Tobin, JJ Coffey, Owen Barron, Stephen Coffey & Aidan Hickey. All seven players are likely to be in the starting 15 in normal circumstances. Nevertheless, our panel is strong and we had replacements eager to make their own mark on the team. The Geraldines opened the scoring after 6 minutes before almost immediately Kieran Barron had the team’s level with a fine point. The Aglish outfit then recorded 1-1 from placed balls, but 3 unanswered Sliabh gCua points from Cormac Condon and Jason Sheehan (2) kept the game close. Before the half came to a close, the outstanding Eoin Kearns raised the green flag, while the in-form Jason Sheehan, Johnny Ahearne & Tom Tobin each pointed and we had a 1-7 to 1-3 lead at the break. Both teams swapped scores early in the second half, and then Sliabh gCua suffered a huge blow on 38 minutes when they lost Eoin Kearns due to injury. Undoubtedly, this dramatically changed the game. The Ger’s went on to score five points on the trot before club stalwart Aiden Fitzpatrick levelled the game for the third time on 47, 1-9 apiece.

Though our lads fought hard and never gave in, Geraldines proved to be stronger in the final quarter and ran out 1-13 to 1-11 winners. While every player gave 100%, solid performances came from Jonathan Carroll, Johnny Ahearne, Denis Coffey, Eoin Kearns, Dermot Tobin & Jason Sheehan. The players and management can take huge pride from their performance and will look forward to their next outing, hopefully having a full panel available again. Sliabh gCua line out: Jonathan Carroll, Ronan Gleeson, Jack Power, Johnny Ahearne (0-1), Sean Fitzpatrick, Denis Coffey (capt), Tom Tobin (0-1), Mike Kearns, Eoin Kearns (1-0), Cormac Condon (0-1), Dermot Tobin, Dan Flynn, Kieran Barron (0-1), John Queally & Jason Sheehan (0-6 4f). Subs: Aiden Fitzpatrick (0-1) & Jack Skehan (both used), Eoin Walsh Other scores of interest: Ballinameela 4-04; Ballinacourty 2-09.

SPEEDY RECOVERY We would like to wish Eoin Kearns, who sustained an injury during the weekend’s match along with all our injured players at the moment a speedy recovery. IOMAINT IDIRMHEANACH (LEAGUE) We have officially received our fixture for our first intermediate hurling league. Naomh Muire V Madh Dheilge in Kirwan Park, Touraneena at 6.30 pm on Saturday, 25th April. This will be a fantastic local derby and the St. Mary’s team and management would appreciate your support. JUNIOR (A) HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURE Naomh Muire V An Coillegaein at Pairc Ui Fhearichair, 4.30 pm Saturday, 9th May. As ever, this will be an entertaining game of hurling and support is vital. WATERFORD U-14’S REACH MUNSTER FINAL Huge congratulations are expressed to Waterford U-14 ladies on reaching the Munster final after a hard fought 4-4 to 2-8 win over a much fancied Kerry side in the semi, played in Castletownroche during the weekend. Part of this fantastic young team is Emily O’Mahony of Clonegagaile. They now face a very strong Cork side in the Munster final where we wish them the very best of luck. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Numbers drawn were 5, 20 & 28. No winner of our €200 jackpot Sunday night. 5x€20 winners are Nuala Dunne Touraneena; Sean Power Touraneena; Mon Hickey Knockboy; Trevor Cullinan, Newcastle and Emma Fitzpatrick Knocmeal. Promoter’s prize went to Mary Hanrahan. New Jackpot will be €300 in Dunnes Bar next Sunday night. Get your tickets for €2 at any local retail outlet or any committee member. TOURANEENA RUNNERS ‘SPRING LEAGUE’ Week 2 of Touraneena Runners ‘Spring League’ was held on Monday evening last. Our crowds are growing weekly with a monstrous 58 participants competing this week. In the hugely enjoyable event, James Condon (Touraneena), Daniel Kennedy (Newcastle) and Alan Whyte (Ballymacarbry) are contesting for top spot of the men’s division at the moment. We would like to urge everyone to come along and join us every Monday evening. You may join at any stage during the league and run or walk or mix both. Unbelievable improvements are already noticeable for many contenders. We meet at the graveyard carpark behind Dunford’s Bar and first group leaves at 7 pm sharp. We ask you to come early to register and collect your number each week.

Melleray Glen Rovers Melleray Glenrovers ON Friday last our footballers had their first championship outing against Kilgobinet in Colligan. We had a great start with an early goal from Robert Stuart and indeed probably should have had at least two more during the opening half. We added a second goal later in the half through Pa Cummins but were pegged back by an experienced Kilgobinet team and a late goal in the first half resulted in a 3 point lead for them at the break. We started the second half well and had a forged a 1 point lead when awarded a penalty. We got a point from the resultant penalty for a 2 point lead but within a minute Kilgobinet scored a goal of their own from a penalty. We managed to score another goal through Mikey Crowley and we were level with only 3 minutes remaining but 2 late points resulted in a 2 point loss for our lads on a score of Melleray 3-7; Kilgobnet 2-12. Overall, a great team performance and plenty of positives to take from the game. Team: J. Crowley, C. Kelly, G. O’Connor, C. O’Shea, S. Coughlan, E. O’Donoghue, B. Hennessy, C. Flynn, D. Coleman, M. Montayne, J. Begley (0-1), P. Shelley (0-2), M. Ormonde, P. Cummins (1-4), R. Stuart (1-0). Subs: M. Crowley (1-0), I. Cliffe, P. O’Rourke, D. Byrne, D. O’Connell, M. O’Rourke.

On Monday night we had a hurling challenge against the Shamrocks in Cappoquin. A great second half comeback resulted in a 3 point win 5-9 to 2-15. Our best wishes to the Shamrocks player injured in the game which required an ambulance to be called to the pitch. We have upcoming hurling matches on this Thursday night at 7.30 p.m. in Melleray v. Modeligo and Sunday at 3.00 p.m. away to Marlfield in Clonmel. Our first hurling championship game is Sunday, 10th May, at 1.30 p.m.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015 v. Brickeys in Colligan. MEMBERSHIP This is now due and can be paid to any of the following officers: Tony Hennebry, Mike Morris or Pa Lyons. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Ormonde and Duggan family on the recent passing of Ger Duffy Ormonde. Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam. Well done to Waterford Senior Hurlers on their superb victory against Tipperary on Sunday last, Roll on National League Final v. Cork in Thurles on Sunday, 3rd May.

Dungarvan FLAG DAY The Adult club’s Annual Flag Days take place this weekend and anybody who has an hour on hand to help out is requested to contact coordinator Paddy Fitzgerald. LOTTO This week’s numbers are 3, 6, 15 and 16. There was no winner. Next week’s jackpot is €7,900. The winner of the €100 was Noel McHugh, c/o Billy Goode. Thanks to everybody who buys and sells the lotto. DEISE DRAW The April Draw takes place this Friday, April 24th and all monies are requested to be with our draw co ordinator Catherine Lyons by this Thursday. THE FIELD All groups using the field are reminded to book it first of all with the club and the collection of the weekly €2 by the mentors involved is a condition of its use. THE STAND Last call for anybody wishing to buy one of the few remaining seats in our new stand in the club grounds. All the names will feature in the stand later in the year and everybody will be notified when this happens. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We conceded a walk-over to Ballyduff in Colligan in Round 2 of the Western Intermediate Football Championship last Saturday evening. All concerned will have to regroup in preparation for the next round. Our apologies to the Ballyduff club for not for fulfilling the fixture and to the Colligan club, who, as always had their grounds very well prepared for the game. MINOR FOOTBALL Our Minors footballers play De La Salle in their penultimate Championship game at our own grounds this Thursday at 7 pm. UNDER 14 FOOTBALL Our championship game v Clashmore /Kinsalebeg has been refixed for Tuesday, 5th May at 6.30 pm in our own field. UNDER 16 FOOTBALL We played Clashmore/Kinsalebeg away last Monday evening and our under strength team due to the Super-schools and injuries were beaten on the night. This ends our interests in this year’s championship and thanks to our mentors John O’Shea and Thomas Duggan and crew and all the players for all their efforts this year. UNDER 11 AND UNDER 12 FIXTURES Under 12 Hurling away to Cois Bhride in Tallow this Friday, April 24th at 6.30 pm. Under 11 Hurling away to Youghal Friday, May 1st at 6.30 p.m. Training for both age groups continues on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the field at 5 p.m. THE SMALL PEOPLE Liam Moore and his willing band of helpers started this year’s outdoor beginners sessions in the field last Saturday morning and these will continue each week, starting at 11 a.m. All are welcome to come along and to enjoy the fun. DUNGARVAN LADIES FOOTBALL TRAINING U-6/8/10 & 12 training continuous every Thursday at 6:30-7:30 p.m. U-16/Minor/Intermediate training continuous every Monday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due and a reminder to all players that if it is not paid you are not insured to train or to play matches. U-16 CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-16s played their third match of the campaign against Na Déise on Saturday in Modeligo, The girls started the game very strongly and dominated the first half, Na Déise came out in the second half playing with the wind however Dungarvan ran out deserved winners. COUNTY Well done to the Waterford U-14 team who won over the weekend and also well done to Dungarvan players Sarah Lacey and Shannon Cockwell who are part of the team. WEEKLY PLAYER PROFILE Name: Aoife Curran Age: 5 School: St. Marys Favourite Food: Apples Favourite Sports Star: My big brother Donnachadha Playing Position: Full Forward Name: Ava Lannon Age: 5 School: St. Marys Favourite Food: Bacon and Cabbage Favourite Sports Star: Natasha Maher

Playing Position: Goal Keeper Name: Maya Kumari Age: 6 School: St. Marys Favourite Food: Raspberries Favourite Sports Star: My coach Aisling Playing Position: Forward

Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) WELL DONE Well done to our County Hurling Team, on beating Tipperary last Sunday in the League Semi-final in Nolan Park. Wishing them the very best for the final on May 3rd against old rivals Cork. LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO The club lotto was held in the Community Centre on Monday, 20th April at 7.30 p.m. for a jackpot of €15,550. Numbers drawn were: 1, 3, 8, 13. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to: Miley Flynn, John Landers, Reddy girls, and Brian Buckley. Next week’s jackpot will be €15,700. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. LISMORE CAMOGIE NOTES U-14 CO. CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-14's played their first game of the 2015 Co. Championship away to De La Salle on Tuesday night, April 14th but unfortunately they came up against a very strong opposition and were subsequently beaten on a score line of De La Salle 9-7; Lismore 1-1. The girls will have played Gall Tir on Tuesday last April 21st in the Lismore GAA Field hopefully lady luck will be on their side. Our U-14s will be taking part in the County Feile Blitz on Saturday next April 26th in Brickey Rangers and have got a bye to the semi-final and will play the winners of De La Salle and Brickeys. Throw in time for this game is expected for 11.30 a.m. SENIOR LEAGUE After last week’s win over St. Annes in the first round of the league the Senior girls will play Gall Tir away on Sunday next, April 26th at 11.30 a.m. FRIENDLY BLITZ FOR OUR YOUNGER GIRLS There will be a Friendly Blitz for our U-6's, U8's and Under 10's on Thursday evening next in the GAA Field at 6 p.m. Ballyduff and Ballybacon/ Ardfinnan will attend to play our girls. U-12 BLITZ Well done to our U-12s who played their first blitz of the year in Cappoquin on Saturday last. A good day was had by all they won 2 out of their 3 games. These girls will be taking the trip to Semple Stadium on Saturday next to play in the Munster U-12 blitz. NATIONAL LEAGUE DIV. 2 Well done to the County Intermediate team especially our own Nicola Morrissey, Caithriona McGlone and Shauna Prendergast who have qualified for the Div. 2 Final after a fantastic win over Kildare. The final will be on May 3rd against Laois at a venue TBC. DANCE Lismore Camogie Club will host "The Smokin Doves" a dance which will be held in Lismore House Hotel on Bank Holiday Monday, May 3rd. The presentation of the 2014 Senior League Runners up medals, Senior Co. Championship medals and the Intermediate Munster Club medals will also be presented on the night. Doors open on the night at 9pm with the presentation of medals followed by the band and D.J. Matt until late. Admission €10 with bar extension. CONDOLENCES The club would like to extend their condolences to the Heneghan family on the death of John Heneghan’s father whse death occurred over the past week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Tourin WATERFORD WIN Waterford pulled off a great win against Tipperary on Sunday at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny. Little did anyone think to be honest that Waterford would be in the 2015 League Final. Congrats to all and to Shane & Darragh Fives on this great win. DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW Please continue to support this draw as every one gains from either a win in the draw or a claw back of money to the club. TREKKIN EEGITS The Trekkin Eegits take the roads on Friday, 24th April for another non-stop walking relay covering 140km. The route will take 24-26 hours to complete and incorporates most of West Waterford. This year's recipient is Cappoquin Day Centre which provides a range of social and recreational services for older people and people with disabilities living in the West Waterford/South Tipperary area. If you would like to participate in any or all (if you are really ambitious) of the legs, please contact Cara McGrath. SYMPATHY Sympathy is extended to Brendan & Michelle Walsh (Former Toby Jug proprietors) on the passing of their mother Mary Walsh, Ballymacarbry and formerly of Salterbridge, Cappoquin. Brendan was part of the Tourin Badminton club for a few years. May she rest in peace.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Colm Roche leads Shamrocks to first victory WESTERN PREMIER JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Shamrocks …………1-11; Tallow ……………… 0-10. A CONTRIBUTION of 1-6 by Colm Roche went a long way to securing Shamrock’s first win in this year’s Western Junior Football Championship at Ballyduff last Friday evening. Roche’s freetaking ,in particular, was impressive and two of his kicks were converted from as far out as the 45 metre line. His goal in the 15th minute gave the winners a 1-5 to 0-6

halftime lead with Edward Hynes kicking 0-2 in addition to 1-3 by Roche. Tallow had seven scorers compared to four for the winners and their first half white flags were raised by Donnacha Mulcahy, Kieran Geary, Stephen Pratt, William Curley, Paul O’Brien and Michael Curley. Three early second half pointed frees by Man of the Match Colm Roche put Shamrocks in a strong position with a 1-10 to 0-7 advantage but credit Tallow, after an early Kieran Fraser point,

they added three unanswered ones via Kieran Geary and Michael Curley, 02 (1f) to leave just two points between the sides with 58th minutes on the clock. Shamrocks finished strongly, though, and late scores by Thomas O’Neill and Colm Roche (f) earned them a well deserved first victory. Shamrocks: T. Linehan, J. Ahearne, T. O'Donovan, B. Herlihy, C. Herlihy, S. Roche, K. O'Farrell, S. Lucey, J. Leahy, E. Hynes, J. O'Donovan, A. Crawford, E.

Lonergan, C. Roche, E. Murphy. Subs. P. Roche for J. O'Donovan (Blood sub), A. Kelly for A. Crawford, T. O'Neill for K. O'Farrell. Tallow: J. P. Grey, A. Curley, E. Hickey, J. Tobin, W. Hogan, M. O'Brien, K. Fraser, K. Geary, B. McCarthy, D. Mulcahy, P. O'Brien, M. Curley, W. Curley, D. O'Brien, S. Pratt. Subs. E. Sheehan for B. McCarthy, K. Henley for W. Curley. D. Mangan for S. Pratt Referee: Pat Casey (Affane).

Dungarvan & District Sports Tribute Night

Austin Flynn

Eamon Walsh

John O’Grady

Martin Walsh

Michael Ryan

Niamh Briggs

Patrick Curran

Shone Curran

Gavin Crotty

THE inaugural Dungarvan & District Sports Tribute Night will be held in Lawlors Hotel on Sunday, 26th April at 8.30 p.m. A number of sports personalities, past and present, will be honoured at a function sponsored by Lawlors Hotel. Sunday night will give people an opportunity to pay tribute to ten sports stars, five Hall of Fame and five current sports stars. The Sports Tribute Night will go some way towards acknowledging their achievements in their chosen sport. The five people who will be getting a Hall of Fame Tribute are, Austin Flynn (GAA), Martin Walsh (Soccer), Michael Ryan (Equestrian & GAA), Johnny O'Grady (GAA) and Eamon Walsh (Rugby & GAA). Austin Flynn is a name known in every Parish of the county, an All Ireland hurling medal winner on the legendary team of '59 and one of the greats of the game of hurling. Martin Walsh is a very popular figure in junior soccer and played a pivotal role on and off the field in the success of Dungarvan United

AFC for many years. Michael Ryan is a well known figure in the equestrian world and the Kilgobinet clubman has been a generous sponsor of Waterford Ladies Football for a number of years. Johnny O'Grady, a well know character in the Aglish area and proud Geraldines man, who kept goal for the Deise hurlers on many occasions. Eamonn Walsh played rugby with Dungarvan, Dolphin and Munster for many years. During the Summer break, he lined out with Ballinameela and was a key member along with his brothers Nicky and Jack, of that great Ballinameela team of the early eighties. The five young sports stars who will also be honoured on the night are the captain of the victorious Irish women's rugby team, Niamh Briggs, the very talented young hurler and a winner of two All Ireland medals, Patrick Curran, Dungarvan's Gavin Crotty, a consistent hurler for the Old Boro club, Shona Curran captain of the Lismore All Ireland winning camogie team, the first club team from

the Deise to have capture a club title at national level and Tom Devine, another All Ireland medal winner, who played a key role in Modeligo's path to Munster glory. The night is been sponsored by Mick Burke of Lawlors Hotel, a talented sportsman in his own right with his native Cork. All are welcome to come along on Sunday night and pay tribute to ten sports personalities who have given us hours of enjoyment. Admission is free and your advised to come early to secure a seat.

Fraher Field Fixtures Saturday, 25th April Senior Football: At 6.30 p.m. Brickeys V Stradbally At 8.00 p.m. Clashmore V Rathgormack Sunday, 26th April Senior Football: At 2.00 p.m. An Rinn V Kilrossanty At 3.30 p.m. Nire V Ardmore At 5.00 p.m. Gleeson Cup 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.

Scéalta na Seachtaine Seo Gate receipts announced THE April meeting of the County Board was held in Lawlors Hotel last Monday evening in front of a sparse enough attendance with many of the clubs in the County unrepresented. Treasurer of the Board, John Jackson gave a run down on the gates at the various games since the start of the new year and it is clear that the local championship games have not yet caught the imagination of the GAA public. ‘’The Phelan Cup Final from 2014 between Nire and St. Saviours earned just €50 and the Sargent Cup Final between Lismore and Mount Sion

brought in €110. The gate for our two under 21 Football finals on Good Friday was €1,760 and the ‘B’ replay last weekend was €480’’, stated the Board’s new Treasurer. Gates from the recent Senior Football championship games were also announced as follows, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v Nire, €328, double header at Kill involving Stradbally v Gaultier and An Rinn v St. Saviours, €694 and another double header in the Fraher Field, Ardmore v De La Salle and Ballinacourty v Rathgormack, €738. The biggest indi-

vidual match gate was €655 at the Kilrossanty v Brickeys game. National League gates, which go directly to Croke Park, were also announced and the biggest one was the Hurling quarter final in Walsh Park against Galway at €14,650. ‘’Our football game against Wicklow brought in €2,545 and the gate for our first home hurling game against Laois at the Fraher Field was £10,125. Our double header against Antrim at Walsh Park was €6,590 while the lowest gate was our home football match against Carlow at €1,540’’ concluded John Jackson.

Games on Good Friday Chairman of the Western Board, Eddie Cunningham, stated at last Monday’s County Board meeting that there was a bye law in place that there are no games to be played on Good

Friday and this was not kept this year. He was supported by Paddy Fitzgerald (Dungarvan) and Tommy Hennessy (Kill). Board Vice-Chairman Sean Michael O’Regan spoke from

the top table and said that there was divided opinions on this in the County and Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan said that the matter will be looked at again in 2016.

Senior Football Championship fixtures The County Senior Football Championship continues this weekend with the following fixtures being announced at the County Board meeting. Saturday, April 25th at the Fraher Field, Brickeys v

Stradbally at 6.30 pm and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Rathgormack at 8 pm. The same venue hosts a further two games on Sunday with An Rinn Playing Kilrossanty at 2 pm followed by the Nire v Ardmore at 3.30 pm.

Munster Minor Football Championship FOLLOWING their defeat to Tipperary last Week, our Minor footballers have one last bite of the cherry this Wednesday when they travel to Newcastle West this Wednesday evening for a 7 pm starting time against Limerick who, themselves were beaten by Cork in the first

round. This will be another difficult fixture for Tim Lenihan’s charges but a win here will be rewarded with a further game against Clare the following Wednesday, the 29th of April.

Tom Devine

GENERAL SPORT West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Training in Waterford Track on Friday night IN preparation for the upcoming County championships West Waterford juvenile athletes will travel to the RSC on Friday night to train on the tartan track. All members from under 11 upwards are welcome to take part in this session. A bus will leave the Park Hotel at 5.30 p.m. and will cost €5 which includes the entrance fee to the track. Bring tracksuit pants and a sweatshirt a drink and a snack. Anyone who is competing in the East Munster schools and the County championships should avail of this opportunity to train on the track and tryout all the field events. Training for under 9 and 10 athletes will be in the Friary as usual at 6 p.m. BRONZE FOR IAN HOLMES AT LEEVALE SPORTS A small group of athletes from West Waterford travelled to CIT on Sunday last to take part in Leevale Open Sports. This is always a very competitive fixture with athletes travelling from all over the country to compete. West Waterford had just one medal winner on the day when Ian Holmes finished 3rd in the boys under 10 300m. In the under 14 sprint Aoife O’Brien made it through the

Minnies Fit4Life Running League starts this Thursday evening PREPARATIONS are well advanced for one of the most popular leagues in the club’s calendar year, the annual Minnie’s fit4life League at St Augustine’s College. We are delighted that Minnie’s Bar and the O’Brien family have once again come on board with kind sponsorship for this important league. Beginning next Thursday night, April 23rd for a total of 8 consecutive weeks; it has always proved to be a most popular league especially for beginners but also for

regulars. It is most suited to beginners in that there is a choice of running 1, 2, 3 or 4 laps of the Friary. Obviously, if you are a beginner you will start with one lap and walk a bit and jog a bit until one week you will find that you can run a lap without stopping. For those interested in the league, you must run 6 out of the 8 nights to count in the overall divisions. Please note that the league will switch to

Wednesday evening for 3 of the dates to avoid a clash with the juvenile club's primary school sports, these dates are Wednesday 6th13th and 20th all other league nights will be on the Thursday night. See you all at the Friary on Thursday night 23rd April. Time: 7 p.m. Venue: Friary College Cost: €2 each night Dates for the league: April 23rd, April 30th, May 6th, 13th, 20th, 28th June 4th, and 11th

West Waterford AC ahtlete Ian Holmes finishing third in the under 10 boys 300m. heats to qualify for the final. COUNTY SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIPS ON WEDNESDAY Secondary school students from all over the county will head to the RSC on Wednesday next for the Waterford championships. There will be a full programme of events for minors, juniors, inters and seniors. The event will get underway at 12.30 p.m.. DATES FOR YOU DIARY Wed., 22nd Waterford Schools Championships

RTC at 12.30 p.m. Wed., 29th East Munster Girls Championships Templemore at 12.00 noon. Wed., 6th May East Munster Boys Championships Waterford at 11.30 a.m. Thur., 7th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Big Schools St Augustines at 6.30 p.m. Sunday, 10th County Champiomships Day 1 RTC at 11.00 a.m. Thurs., 14th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Small

Schools St. Augustine’s at 6.30 p.m. Sat., 16th May Glohealth Munster Schools Championships CIT at 9.30. Thurs., 21st May Western Primary Schools Sports St. Augustine’s at 6.30 p.m. Sunday, 24th May County Championships Day 2 RSC at 11.00 a.m. Sat., May 30th Glohealth All Ireland Schools Championships Tullamore at 9 a.m. Thurs., June 4th County Schools Finals.

Best of luck to Jason Travers in Madrid JASON Travers, a member of Tried and Tested Triathlon Club, will soon embark on his biggest Duathlon challenge to date. Jason recently qualified to represent Ireland in the European Duathlon Championships which take place in Madrid on Sunday next, April 26th. Jason has been competing at a National level for the past two years and prefers the Duathlon event to Triathlon, as running and cycling are his preferred and strongest disciplines. He did perform well in his first forays in Triathlon during 2014, so watch this space! In order to qualify for the European Championships 2015 he had to compete in three Duathlon races around Ireland and in the National Championships in 2014. On the basis of strong performances in these events, he was proudly selected for the National Team in the Age Group category (40-44). The race consists of a 10k run, followed by a 40k cycle, finishing with another 10k run. Training has consisted of a mix of both running and cycling, sometimes one discipline straight after another on the same day, which is called a “brick session” and is essential training for anyone involved in multi-sport. Different muscles are used for cycling and running, so the body has to get used to engaging different muscles, particularly when transitioning from bike to run. When asked about his diet he said he hasn’t done any-

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 17 April, 2015

thing different with his diet over the past 40 years let alone during the past eight months of training bar giving up the demon alcohol! We look forward to hearing how Jason gets on and everyone in Tried & Tested wishes him the very best of luck. He has a wonderful support crew travelling with him, who will keep us updated on the day. CLUB MEMBERSHIP We’re delighted to announce that we now have reached a milestone of 100 members in Tried & Tested. Since the club’s inception in May 2012, it has gone from strength to strength, appealing to a wide range of people of different ages, fitness levels and abilities, who are all enjoying the challenge and variety of multisport. Hosting our own event in 2014 drove membership up considerably, as people benefitted hugely from club support, training and advice. So far in 2015, membership has continued to grow steadily, with lots of our new members enjoying the rewards of group cycles, brick sessions and swim traning. Club training sessions are posted on Facebook on a regular basis, swim sessions continue in Clonea and the Gold Coast; and brick sessions are added into training on an ad hoc basis. A begin-

Jason Travers competing in Fota Duathlon recently. ner’s cycling group has started in the past few weeks and we’re delighted to see lots of new faces getting out on the bikes. Thoughts will soon turn to the ever popular Ballyvoile Brick sessions and the first group sea swim of 2015. Some hardy souls have already started their open water training and assure us that temperatures are rising! If you are interested in Triathlon or want to find out more about the club check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TriedTest edDungarvan or our website www.dungarvantri.com. All details about group training or coaching are posted on both. ONLY 2 PLACES LEFT IN LOCAL TRIATHLON! The Dungarvan Triathlon to be held on June 20th has all but filled, with just two indi-

vidual places and two team places remaining. Due to demand we increased the entries to 320, and have received entries from all over the country and overseas. It promises to be a super event again this year, with the Race Committee working hard to ensure everyone has an enjoyable experience. We expect to see a lot of firsttimers, as well as plenty of seasoned triathletes in and around Clonea in just under 3 months. If you would like to enter a super local event, enter on line on www.triathlonireland.com. Please see www.facebook.com/DungarvanTriathlo n2015 for more information. CLUB TRAINING Club training sessions are posted on Facebook on a regular basis, swim sessions continue in Clonea and the Gold Coast; brick sessions are added into training on an ad hoc basis and always prove popular. A beginner’s cycling group has started in the past few weeks and we’re delighted to see lots of new faces getting out on the bikes. Thoughts will soon turn to the ever popular Ballyvoile Brick sessions and the first sea swim of 2015. The first one is always the hardest! If you are interested in Triathlon or want to find out more about the club check out our Facebook page www.facebook.com/TriedTest edDungarvan or our website www.dungarvantri.com. All details about group training or coaching are posted on both.

West Waterford Ladies to the fore at the start of last Friday night’s Butlerstown 4. Race 2 in the Ger Wyley Sports /Skins summer series.

Finisk Valley Athletic Club A FEW of our athletes travelled to Leevale Open sports in CIT last Sunday. The weather was excellent with tough competition from Munster counties. Chloe Morrissey and Eimear Griffin both completed well in the Girls U-10 60m sprint and Turbo Javelin. Chloe finished 4th in the 60m sprint. Eimear also had a good run in the Girls U-10 300m finishing in 8th place. Maeve Griffin also had a good run the Girls U-13 600m. Ciaran Cotter, Jack Prendergast and Corey Scanlan all competed well in all the events, sprints, Middle distance, and Turbo Javelin. Corey Scanlan ran an excellent race in the boys U-10 300m finishing in 1st place. Congratulations to all the athletes who travelled to Cork and to compete at these high

standards. Also thanks to all the parents who travelled to support. Next completion will be the Waterford County championships in Waterford RSC on 10th and 24th May. Anybody interesting in competing in these please contact the club. Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. 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 p.m., this is to prepare kids for competition (Sprints, Jumps and throws). Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be school going).

Finisk Valley AC athletes at Leevale Open Sports. Left to right (Back row): Jack Prendergast, Corey Scanlan, Ciaran Cotter and Maeve Griffin. Front row: Chloe Morrissey, Eimear Griffin and Eilis Cotter.

GENERAL SPORT

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21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

Massive field for the 33rd Annual Butlerstown 4 LAST Friday evening saw the second race of the Ger Wyley Sports/Skins summer series take place with the 33rd annual Butlerstown 4 mile road race. The race this year for the first time has come under the organisation of Butlerstown GAA club and they are to be congratulated on a great effort in the running of the event. The race was founded by Pat Hennessey and he has been the driving force behind it for all of the 33 years, on the night a special presentation was made to Pat in recognition of his contribution to the race in keeping it alive for all of those years. Thankfully it was yet another beautiful evening for road racing which certainly contributed to the big numbers that took part. When you consider that the race had 178 taking part last year and this year a huge field 350 faced the starters gun, a big congratulations to all involved it looks like the decision to change the distance to a 4 miler from the traditional 10k for this particular race was a decision well received by all. Like all our races we must rely on a band of helpers to have everything go smoothly on the night and with this in mind we thank Conor and Jamie for all their work out the course and to all the stewards who manned the various junctions on route. Our thanks to Breda,

Megan, Liam, Ann, Sharon and Shirley for all their assistance once again with entries and results and sorting out the prizes winners. The huge increase in numbers this year was handled expertly by our crew well done guys. The entries were taken at the Butlerstown GAA pavilion and the Holy Cross bar was the venue for the presentation of prizes many thanks to them and to the Ladies who provided us all with a great cuppa and bite to eat after the race. Thanks To DC images for all the brilliant photos as usual. Finally, thanks to Fintan Walsh on PA and to our race director of 33 years a big thanks to Pat Hennessey Kilmeaden for all his work over the years with the event. To Vinnie Codd and all involved in Butlerstown with organising the race this year it certainly is in safe hands going forward . PHILIP HARTY A CLASS APART Philip Harty claimed a decisive victory in last Friday evenings Butlerstown 4, race 2 in the 21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports summer series for 2015. On taking the win Philip beat last years winner Trevor Power into 2nd place with his team mate Noel Murphy takings the third spot. Unlike the ladies race the time gaps at the Top end of the men's placings were wider with Philip 20 seconds ahead of Trevor who was a

further 16 seconds ahead of Noel none the less all good times recorded for the 4 mile distance by all. In the age categories an athlete certainly worthy of mention is Walter Keane who won the over 55 category. Walter has been out of action for quite some time through injury but his quite obviously over all those worries and is back to his very best recording a time of 24.26 Friday evening. Joe a Gough over 60 was the only male athlete to retain his age category win from last year when he again took that prize with a fast 24.30. MEN’S RESULTS 1. Philip Harty, W.W.A.C. 20.09 2. Trevor Power, W.A.C. 20.29 3. Noel Murphy, W.A.C. 20.45 1st O/40 Frank Quinlan, W.A.C.20.48 1st O/45 P. J. Guinan Ind, 23.07 1st O/50 Liam Clince, W.W.A.C.25.56 1st O/55 Walter Keane, W.A.C.24.26 1st.O/60 Joe Gough, W.W.A.C.24.30 1st Junior Adam Power Ferrybank 24.27 ADELE WALSH GOES ONE BETTER Well done to St. Senans AC athlete Adele Walsh who took her first Butlerstown win in the ladies race last Friday night. It was a sweet victory for Adele as she had finished

runner-up in this race last year. Adele came very close to winning last year when Martina Murphy just held her off by 5 seconds, similarly in last Friday evenings race just 5 seconds separated our first two ladies when Adele took the win in 24.23 from the fast finishing Annaleigh Hore Kilmore AC who clocked a time of 24.28, Sally Forristal St. Josephs AC who had won the first race in this year’s series the Ballinroad 5k came home 3rd in 24.52. In the categories prizes it's worth noting the performance of Corinna Walsh who took the over 40 category with a very fast 25.13 and the only athlete to retain her placing from last years race was Eileen Heffernan who again this year won the over 50 category. LADIES RESULTS 1. Adele Walsh, St. Senans24.23 2. Annaleigh Hore, Kilmore A.C.24.28 3. Sally Forristal, St. Josephs 24.52 1st O/35 Maedbh Savage, W.A.C. 25.44 1st O/40 Corinna Walsh, W.W.A.C. 25.13 1st O/45 Marie Murphy Ind, 30.39 1st O/50 Eileen Heffernan, Tried and Tested 30.55 1st O/55 Una Ni Mhuirithe Ind, 28.23 1st Junior Maria O’Donovan, Ind 31.59

THE ZUZANA MALIKOVA PRIZE For each race in this years Summer Series, as she has also done for the past 2 years, Zuzana Malikova has generously sponsored 2 massage vouchers.The winners of the vouchers for the 33rd annual Butlerstown Race were Anne Massey and Stephen Curran. Zuzana is a Neuromuscular Physical Therapist and Massage therapist and is based at the Complementary Health Clinic, Tournore, Abbeyside. She can be contacted at 0871218721 ENTRY TO THE SUMMER SERIES CELEBRATING 21 YEARS Please note that entry to the summer series is separate to that of the individual races. It’s an extra €5 to join the series and you may join the series at any of the races up to and including the Dromana race which is the deadline for doing so. When you enter the series, you must do 6 of the 11 races and you will automatically qualify for a €30 Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS voucher. For those who need a bigger challenge how about having a go at the 11 from 11. Those who complete the 11 from 11 challenge will receive a special prize on the final night courtesy of our sponsors. (the prize for this will be different from the bags awarded the previous 2 years).

Good turnout for last night of Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan Spring Running League ROUND 4 of the Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Colligan Spring League (by kind permission of Coillte) took place last Wednesday evening in ideal conditions for running. We got underway at 6.30 – starter on the night was once again league sponsor Mark Mason. 80 participants took part on the night, 17 completing the 2 laps, 18 ran the 5 mile flat course which is 3½ laps of the wood and road and finally 45 took on the challenging 5 mile hill route. This league was the last nihht of this league and a full roundup of the winners of the various prizes will be in next weeks notes. For anyone who was running this league, why not try out the league starting in the friary on Thursday, 23rd April - again at this league different distances are catered for - full details elsewhere in the notes. 2 LAPS First home in the 2 lap league was Ger Cummins in 20.00 (37 seconds faster than last week). He was followed

home by Ann Quinn in 20.33 and Michael Moynihan in 21.11 - his fastest time in this years league. 2nd lady on the night was once again Jenny Mulcahy in 21.32, this was good running by Jenny who improved her time each week. Sharon Higgins will be happy to have dipped under 22 minutes when running 21.56 showing her training with the meet and train group is paying off.7 seconds faster than last week). There were slso good runs on the night by Niamh Kenneally and Nicola Ni Artaigh who both dipped under 29 minutes. 5 MILES FLAT We had 18 runners taking part in the 5 mile flat route which of course is the same course as the Colligan Cup race held in January. Runners must make their way to the starting point near the stone bridge and assemble there until the race begins. The route takes in 3½ laps approximately of the wood and road. First home for the 4th week running was

Michael Ryan in 31.18, He was followed by 1st lady Corrina Walsh in 34.58. Next was the man of many miles, Paul Brunnock in 38.30. Jackie Tobin continued her weekly improvement knocking of another 22 seconds to finish in 46.30. Jacinta Sheil, Irene Dee and Marian Keane ran together and finished in 51.07. 5 MILE HILLS A great crowd of 45 runners took to the hills for one final time in 2015. First home on the night for the 4th week running was Kevin Kenneally in 30.43 followed by Mossie Keogh and Anthony Flynn in 31.08 and 32.02 respectively. First lady finisher on the night was Sandra Prendergast in 37.39 followed closely by Diana Chizikova in 39.34 and 3rd lady Maria Condon 39.53. There were good runs on the night by Conor O'Neill 38.49, Donal O'Donoghue 40.41 and Freda McGrath 45.01. Well done to all who took up the challenge of the hills this week and remember that the hills will definitely put strength in the legs for the

upcoming summer series. SPONSORS AND THANK YOUS Once again thanks to Mark Mason of Mason Mortgages and Financial Services Cappoquin for his kind sponsorship and also for his attendance at the league each night. Also a massive thank you to Coillte for the use of this great local amenity which as always is a great location to run in. As always thank you to, Sharon and Shirley who took the entries, stewarded and manned the finish line and to Liam, Jim and John who stewarded the course.

Kevin Casey on his final lap at last Friday nights 33rd annual Butlerstown 4 mile road race.

Vinny Codd, Butlerstown GAA Club presents Philip Harty winner of the 33rd Annual Butlerstown 4 with his prize.

Vinny Codd, Butlerstown GAA Club presents ladies winner Adele Walsh with her prize at the 33rd Annual Butlerstown 4.

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series Race 3

46th Annual Bluewall Paddy Flanagan Memorial Waterford to Tramore Road Race RACE 3 and one of the oldest road race’s in the country the Bluewall Waterford to Tramore 7.5 mile event takes place on Saturday, 2nd May. The race starts at Waterford's new Viking Triangle in Waterford city and goes out the Tramore road to finish in Tramore outside Splashworld. Showers, refreshments, and prize giving will be in the GAA centre in Tramore after. Registration will be available on www.totaltiming.ie and on the day entries are between 5:45 and 6:45. This race has really grown in popularity with another big turnout expected for this year's race, we urge all athletes to please register online to ease queues on the night. Again Bluewall Technologies have come onboard as main sponsor for the 5th year. Changing and shower facilities plus refreshments and prizegiving will take place in the Tramore GAA clubhouse after the race. The usual array of prizes will be on offer and Mrs Mary Flanagan, wife of the late Paddy will again be in attendance as she has for the last 45 years to present the prizes and to present her annual special prize to the athlete whom she picks as worthy of a special award on the night. Course record Pauline Lambe Tullamore Harriers A.C. 44.03 (2010) Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 36.44 (2010).

Committee Meeting THE Senior club’s monthly meeting will take place on Thursday, May 7th at 8.30 pm in Minnie’s Bar Abbeyside.

Running Quote MOST people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they've got a second.

Geraldine Barry comes into complete race 2 in the 21st annual Ger Wyley sports/ skins summer series the Butlerstown 4.

Fiona Ormond, Jimmy Connors and Magaret Conway pictured before the start of race 2 in the Ger Wyley Sports Summer Series the Butlerstown 4 last Friday ending.

GOLF

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Monday, 13th April: Autumn Seniors, CSS 38 pts. 1st: John Bolger (17) Clonmel 38 pts. 2nd: John Brett (13) Carrick-on-Suir 37 pts. 3rd: William Gilbert (20) Callan 37 pts. Category 0-14: 1st: Donal Coughlan (12) Gold Coast 37 pts. 2nd: Michael Kelly (9) Dungarvan 36 pts. 3rd: Andy Travers (14) Gold Coast 33 pts. Category 15-19) 1st: Brendan O’Brien (15) Gold Coast 37 pts. 2nd: Michael Morrissey (15) Dungarvan 36 pts. 3rd: Colm Fleming (16) Carrick-on-Suir 36 pts. Category 20+: 1st: Pat Herbert (20) Callan 37 pts. 2nd: Tom Kent (25) New Ross 37 pts. 3rd: Michael Allen (22) Carrick-on-Suir 37 pts. Tuesday, 14th April: Open Seniors, CSS 36 pts 1st: Michael Whelan (14) 36 pts B9. 2nd: Peter Byrne (20) Williamstown 36 pts. Friday, 17th April: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Micheal White (5) 37 pts. Saturday, 18th April: Club Competition, CSS 36 pts. 1st: David Mulvihill (16) 38 pts. Gross: Derek Power (4) 31 pts Sunday, 19th April: Vice Captain’s Prize kindly presented by Rafael Alvarez, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Nicholas Power (26) 41 pts. 2nd: Seanie Lenihan (18) 40 pts. Gross: Derek Power (4) 32 pts. 3rd: Pat Power (6) 37 pts.

FIXTURES Tuesday, 21st April: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Thursday, 23rd April: South Munster Seniors, 60+. Friday, 24th April: Open Singles. Saturday, 25th April: Club Competition. Sunday, 26th April: 18 Holes Stableford Tuesday, 28th April: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. CLUB CLASSIC Due to the involvement of four club teams in GUI/ILGU competitions next weekend it has been decided to postpone the club classic until later in the year. The new dates will be announced shortly. JIMMY BRUEN V WATERFORD CASTLE On Saturday next, Gold Coast will travel the short distance out to West Waterford to play Waterford Castle in the preliminary round. Derek Power is in charge of this team and we wish Derek and all the team the very best of luck on the day. JUNIOR FOURSOMES V TRAMORE On Sunday next, 26th April, Gold Coast will play Tramore in the County final of the Junior Foursomes at 3 p.m. Brian O’Connor, Junior Officer, has picked his team and the following will represent the Gold Coast: Michael Lenihan, Darren McGuckian,

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sat/Sun April 18th/19th 1st. Damian O’Donovan (17) 41pts b9, 2nd. Shane Dalton (15) 41 pts, Gross: Luke Cummins (2) 35 pts, 3rd. Robert Smyth (17) 39 pts. CSS: Sat 36, Sun 37. Tuesday Treats April 14th Cat. 1 Malcolm Ashby (20) 26 pts, Cat. 2 Thomas O’Grady (12) 25 pts, Cat. 3 Michael Murphy (18) 28 pts. Al Eile Open Gents Singles Wednesday, April 15th 1st Donal O’Brien (19) 38 pts, 2nd Eoin Conway (4) 37 pts CSS 37 Dungarvan Senior Pairs Thursday, 16th April Overall Gents: 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) and Tommy Long (12) Gold Coast 143 pts. 2nd: John O’Keeffe (12) & Con Walsh (18) Adare Manor 120

pts Overall Mixed: 1st: Ray Rochford (15) West Waterford and Ann Rochford ((23) Youghal 141 pts. 2nd: Len Cotter (17) & Dympna Cotter (25) Cellbridge Elm Hall 114 pts Overall Ladies: 1st: Margaret Shanahan (30) & Judy Doyle (21) Millicent 122 pts. 2nd: Una Robinson (21) & Mary Robinson (17) 111 pts. South Munster Open Seniors – Friday, 10th April Cat A. 1st Pat O’Connell (14) 39 pts, 2nd John McCarthy (12) 39 pts. Cat B. 1st Eddie Hayes (18) 37 pts. Cat C. 1st Donal O’Brien (25) 31 pts CSS 36 pts FIXTURES Tuesday, 21st April – Open Seniors plus 13 Hole Tuesday treat.

John Elsted and Seanie Lenihan. Lee Crotty who was on the original qualifying team, unfortunately, had an accident and is unable to play. BEST WISHES Two of our regular golfers are indisposed at present and we wish them both well and hope to see them back on the golf course soon. We wish both Johnny and Lee a speedy recovery. DAWN INTERNATIONAL MIXED FOURSOMES The draw for this competition will take place on Sunday, 26th April at 4 p.m. Entry is €5 and should be paid on entry. Separate entry sheets for Gents and Ladies are posted in the kiosk. SENIOR PAIRS TOURNAMENT The Senior Pairs tournament was held over the three local courses on Tues, Wed and Thurs last week and the following are the results: Tuesday, 14th April at Gold Coast Golf Club: Dixie (1 to count on par 4’s and 5’s and 2 to count on par 3’s); 1st: Thomas O’Brien (17) and Dan O’Rourke (17) Adare Manor 49 pts; 2nd: Patrick O’Sullivan (14) Adare Manor & James O’Neill (24) Kilcock 46 pts. Wednesday 15th April at Dungarvan Golf Club: Fourball 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) and Tommy Long (12) Gold Coast 45 pts; 2nd: Margaret Shanahan (30) & Judy Doyle (21) Millicent 45 pts. Thursday, 16th April at West Waterford Golf Club: 1st: Ray Rochford (15) West Waterford and Anne Rochford ((23) Youghal 51 pts; 2nd: Nick O’Brien (18) & Barry Woulfe (14) Beaufort 40 pts. Overall Gents: 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) and Tommy Long (12) Gold Coast 143 pts. 2nd: John O’Keeffe (12) & Con Walsh (18) Adare

Manor 120 pts Overall Mixed: 1st: Ray Rochford (15) West Waterford and Anne Rochford ((23) Youghal 141 pts. 2nd: Len Cotter (17) & Dympna Cotter (25) Celbridge Elm Hall 114 pts Overall Ladies: 1st: Margaret Shanahan (30) & Judy Doyle (21) Millicent 122 pts. 2nd: Una Robinson (21) & Mary Robinson (17) 111 pts. AUTUMN SENIORS On Monday last over 120 golfers from New Ross, Waterford, Gold Coast, West Waterford, Carrick-on-Suir, Callan, Clonmel and Dungarvan descended on the Gold Coast in perfect weather for golf to take part in the Autumn Seniors. Frank O’Meara had the timesheet well organised and on the day Stephen Greene and Mark Lenihan ensured that everything went to plan. Our thanks to the number of players, who came to us afterwards to praise the condition of the course. The full list of prize-winners is published above. MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES The following preliminary matches which must be completed by 25th April: Michael Lenihan & Tomas Wall v Tony Sheehan & Seanie Lenihan. Michael Kavanagh & Michael Whelan v Diarmuid Henley & John Queally. Larry Whelan & Frank Waters v Shane Casey & Nicholas Power. Kieran Cullinan & Benny Kiely v Johnny Hughes & Johnny Ryan. John White & Andy Travers v Stephen Greene & Des O'Brien. Micheal White & Nicky Hayes v Brian O'Connor David Mulvihill. The full draw will be posted on the Club App and posted in the kiosk.

Wednesday, 22nd April – Al Eile Qualifier Open 18 hole stableford. Friday, 25th/Sat 26th/Sun 27th Intermediate Scratch Cup Sat., 25th April/Sun., 26th April – Club Competition 18 hole stroke. GARY HURLEY SELECTED ON PALMER CUP TEAM West Waterford’s Gary Hurley is the only Irish player selected for the Palmer Cup to be played at the exclusive Rich Harvest Farms course just outside Sugar Grove Illinois. Currently ranked 33 in the World Amateur rankings, the NUI Maynooth student earned his place on foot of an excellent series of results in Europe and the U.S in 2014 and 2015. Gary has played in the Palmer Cup in 2013 where he shook hands with the man himself Arnold Palmer. The Aglish man has come a long way in those two years. The Palmer Cup is a Ryder Cup style event, played between the best collegiate amateurs in Europe and the U.S. Among the greats who have played in the competition are: Luke Donald, Ben Curtis, Graeme McDowell, Hunter Mayhan, J.

B. Holmes and Dustin Johnson. Gary has represented his club, college, his country and continent on some of the biggest courses throughout the world and his selection is just reward for years of hard work, dedication and a burning ambition to reach the highest echelons of the game. CORKONIAN’S RETURN TO WEST WATERFORD ON ANNUAL TOUR The Corkonian’s were on tour at West Waterford last weekend. Defending champion Paul Carroll put in a strong performance but had to give way to an in form Jim Morgan. Played over two courses Jim Morgan took the honors with 63pts, 2nd Paul Carroll 61pts, 3rd Brian McNamara 58 pts. SUMMER RULES All competitions are now played under Summer rules. Remember to play as it lies. Speaking of rules we recently had a most successful evening when the GUI Rules Roadshow visited West Waterford. Thanks to Barry and Tommy for a most informative presentation which was greatly appreciated by the large audience.

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Lismore Golf Club Cllr. Noel Devereux sponsored weekend competition. Dean Daly, Club Captain pictured presenting first prize to Ted O’Leary. Picture also includes Willie Henry, Club President and Amanda Power, Club Lady Captain. [Michael Kiely] FACEBOOK The Golf Club will be using our Facebook page more often from now on to let people know what is happening and also for some spot offers which will be available on Facebook only. Please like our page so that you can follow what is happening here in the Gold Coast. TRIAL MEMBERSHIP Glad to see that this offer is appealing to so many players. It is a good way to find out if you enjoy the game of golf. If you would like to try out playing golf without paying out too much for membership then why not try out the trial membership package available here in the Gold Coast. This membership will offer a trial period for beginners and will afford them the time to play on the course Monday to Friday and at special times on the weekends. It lasts for six weeks and costs €60. After the six weeks players can opt to extend it and become members of the club at a very attractive rate.

LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition: Our 10 hole ongoing competition for a voucher is started again and entry is just €3!! Waterford Castle 18 hole 2 card Competition: This competition will finish the end of April, now is your chance to win green fees to play this stunning course all for an entry fee of €5 and re-entry €3 ILGU LEAGUES Wishing the best of luck to our Minor Cup and Challenge Cup teams as they take on their respective opponents in East Cork GC on Sunday, 26th May. IRISH DAILY MAIL FOURSOMES Congratulations to Rosie and Elaine who took the honours again against the Mitchelstown pairing on a very tough course, next match will be decided next week and will be posted in these notes. We wish them the very best for their forthcoming match, and are confi-

dent they will do it again!! Well Done to you both. DAWN INTERNATIONAL MIXED FOURSOMES Entries are now being taken for this competition in the kiosk, entry €5, Draw next Sunday at 4 p.m. CONDOLENCES The Lady Captain, Committee and ladies club would like to convey their heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of the late Margo Booth. Margo was the first Lady Captain of the Gold Coast GC, and was held in high esteem by club officers, fellow golfers and indeed by everyone who had the pleasure of her company, May she Rest in Peace 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.

INTERMEDIATE SCRATCH CUP 18 hole stroke Handicap 12 –18. Friday, April 24th, Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th, sponsored by Moorings Bar & Restaurant. CLUB FOURBALL AND CLUB SINGLES MATCHPLAY Entry sheets for club singles and club fourball matchplay are now posted in the clubhouse. J. B. CARR TROPHY West Waterford recorded a 4-1 victory over Waterford GC on Monday, 13th April. We now await the winners of Dungarvan v Tramore in the county final. BELVEDERE TROPHY Manager Edward Hickey is keeping an eye on the high handicappers with a view to building his panel for the upcoming first round. Please enter name and handicap on sheet on notice board if available to play midweek. ARDMORE CLASSIC Ardmore GAA will hold a Golf Classic at West Waterford on Friday / Saturday, 15th / 16th May. Team of 4, ladies gents or mixed. Entry fee is €140 per team. 1st prize is a weekend at the award winning 5 star Cliff

House Hotel. For timesheet ring 05843216. TUESDAY TREAT AT WEST WATERFORD Tuesday golf proved very popular during the Spring/Summer season in 2014. The good news is that we are back with a bigger and better programme for 2015. The 13 hole competition is open to members and visitors and we welcome former members and golfers who are presently not members of a club to come along and enjoy a game in friendly surroundings. An Open Seniors is now part of the Tuesday programme at West Waterford. 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 the chance to qualify for the Grand final in September. GSK PLAYER HITS THE TOP IN CHALLENGE CUP Robert Torpey (GSK)

leads the Challenge Cup by 6 shots on 31pts. Tom Flynn (Executive Bus Hire) is in 2nd position with 25 pts. Best 3 Cards over the Summer Season. Play any day of the week. Full leaderboard on Facebook. LADIES NOTES Results of 18 hole Stableford played on Thursday 16th or Sunday 19th kindly sponsored by Conor Lannen of the County Store – Jean Conway (19) 37 points (Back 9); Rena Landers (28) 37 points; Jean O’Donovan (28) 34 points. FIXTURES This week’s 18 hole is Stableford on Thursday 23rd or Sunday, 26th April, and is kindly sponsored by The Beauty Place. The April 9 hole continues with two cards to count, kindly sponsored by Eileen Harty. INTER CLUB TEAMS Please come out and support our Intermediate team playing Youghal GC in Cobh GC, and our Challenge Team playing Fota GC in East Cork GC on Sunday, 26th April. We wish them the best of luck.

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Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Friday 17th: Kelleher SuperValu Open Qualifier – 1st Liam O’Keeffe (11) 41 pts. Saturday 18th to Sunday, 19th April, 2015: 18 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Pat Denn Feeds, Cappoquin – 1st Ted O’Leary (8) 39 pts.; 2nd Andrew Hamilton (13) 38 pts.; 3rd Barry Rumley (11) 37 pts. L9. CSS: Saturday 71, Sunday 68. SUPER TED! Ted O’Leary has continued his good form of late with a barnstorming 39 points to claim this week’s prize. playing on the Saturday, Ted fell victim to a bit of a unusual occurrence a standard scratch of 34 points and so

his prize comes with a heftier penalty than usual. That aside he played some very consistent golf. He turned with 20 points which included a birdie on the ninth and came back with 19 points with a birdie on the 13th. 9 pars in total with two birdies is no mean feat, so it's great shooting overall, and playing on Saturday also enabled Ted to watch his beloved Liverpool play in the FA Cup semi-final too on Sunday....not sure how that worked out. Second this week was Andrew Hamilton, Andrew won last year’s club singles and now the golfing season is almost in full swing (pun intended!!) he is back and

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB CLASSIC Timesheets are filling up for the Dungarvan Golf Club Classic. This major fundraising event for the Club takes place during the May Bank Holiday weekend from Thursday, 30th April to Sunday, 3rd May, 2015 and is kindly sponsored by life members Billy Queally, Liam Carroll and Ger Darcy. Team of 4 players which can be (Men’s, Ladies or Mixed Teams) are eligible and the entry fee is €100 per Team (Re-Entry Only €50). The format is 2 scores to count on holes 1 – 12, 3 scores on holes 13 – 15 and 4 scores to count on holes 16 – 18. Prizes are to the value of €1,500 and consist of Best Overall Team, Best Men’s, Ladies and Mixed Team plus additional prizes. Also there will be 2 Visitor Draws taking place for one Ladies and one Gents 2015 membership subscription. Traditionally this event always receives great support from Club members and visitors alike, expectations are of another good turnout this year. Ring 058 43310 or book online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com. WEEKLY NEWS A hectic week at the club despite some of our members heading for warmer climes. Club stalwarts Niamh and John Reynolds successfully hosted a classic in aid of the Chernobyl Children’s Trust. The event was brilliantly supported and man-

aged to raise in excess of €4,000. At the presentation John and Niamh thanked everybody associated with making the event such a success. Well done to all concerned. In other news, our Lady Captain Creina and partner in crime Mary Fleming continued on their winning ways in the Irish Daily Mail Foursomes. Playing against a pairing from Muskerry in the second round in a titanic struggle our dynamic duo managed to win on the third tie hole. Congrats and best of luck in the next round. And we wish our ladies teams the best of luck next week. The Junior, Intermediate, Minor and Challenge teams are in action next weekend and we are optimistic as the ladies have been practicing hard. Ladies are reminded that you must have two qualifying cards to be eligible to play in the Ladies Captain’s Prize. In other news our JB Carr team are in action away to Tramore on Tuesday, 21st. Again we wish them the best of luck. Tickets are selling well for our mystery tour and as numbers are limited you are advised to buy early. And study your club history as Francis Millerick has prepared a brilliant quiz for the bus journey. A presentation of Prizes takes place on Sunday, 26th April at 7 p.m. March and April Monthly Medal, Ballinacourty Cup, Spring League Winners & RunnersUp, P.I. Power Cup and all the

played some very fine golf to get 38 points, Andrew had a total of 11 pars for his 18 holes and had a very strong back nine which contained 7 of those pars. Third this week was Barry Rumley with 37 points and winning on a superior back nine, by superior I don't think many would have beaten a back nine of 23 points in a count back! 6 pars and a birdie on the 14th were the highlights of his last nine holes. MEN’S FIXTURES Tuesday, 21st April: 9 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m. Friday, 24th April: Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Last Tee 5.30 p.m. Saturday 25th & Sunday, 26th April: 18 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Ger Wyley Sports, Dungarvan. Saturday 25th: Course Reserved for Society from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Tuesday 28th: 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m. Friday, 1st May: Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier. Last Tee 5.30 p.m. Saturday 2nd / Sunday 3rd

& Monday, 4th May: 18 Hole Stroke Open Singles. NOTE ON SUNDAY COMPETITION TIMES Going forward, last card to be returned on Sundays will be 8.15 p.m. From this time competition will be closed. OPEN QUALIFIER The open qualifier competition is now on every Friday and the club would like to encourage all who can to play where possible and to encourage others outside the club to play in this summer long competition. SYMPATHIES The club would like to offer our condolences to Joan Cahilane and her extended family on the recent passing of her father. LADIES GOLF The Park Hotel was the place to be last Wednesday night for the event 'Dungarvan: A Bridge To The Future'. There was a real sense of passion and pride of place for the town and the surrounding areas from those present. We had four excellent presentations from Ian

Noctor, Jenny Beresford, John Foley and Anne Halpin all of which generated a lot of comment and opinion from the floor. By the end of the night the room was brimming with ideas and initiatives that would surely enhance any future plans for the area. Dungarvan Toastmasters

facilitated this event to create a forum for discussion, comment and opinion connected with the assets and amenities that we have in the town and within close proximity. The common thread throughout the night was that Dungarvan is steeped in natural, built and cultural

heritage and if it is to realise its potential as a destination for adventure activities, tourism and investment, then as locals we all have a part to play. The feedback has been very positive and already there is an appetite for another similar event. Watch this space!

members of the South East League Panel are asked to attend, see notice board for details. With the Winter golf finished all competitions are now counting events and golfers are reminded of their responsibilities regarding competition rules and handicap obligations. Golfers are also reminded of Pace of Play guidelines. Slow play is a constant problem in Golf and the golfing bodies are taking action to combat this problem. It is proper etiquette to play without undue delay and to be considerate towards other golfers and partners. Penalties can be applied for slow play. You have been warned. Our volunteer workers continue to be active around the clubhouse and course. The improvements are noticeable and drawing much praise from members and visitors alike. Keep up the great work lads. The ProShop continues to be a hive of activity with many members taking advantage of the demo clubs and free custom fitting. David is very busy with video lessons as members and visitors try and get their game in shape for the season. David has been very busy altering and gripping clubs as members get ready for the start of the season. If you are unsure about your weapons, call to David and get his free professional advice. He is also offering free custom fitting on clubs to ensure you have the correct equipment in your bag. Using a newly acquired Launch Monitor, David has the Callaway, Ping and Wilson fitting carts as well as several other demos available to allow you to choose the most suitable equipment. You can follow the Special Offers on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com and David guarantees the best prices in town. You can follow all the club news and results on the club website or on the club app as well as our Facebook site.

The club app can be downloaded at https://clubapplive.com/dungarvangc WATERFORD LADIES GAA GOLF CLASSIC Waterford Ladies GAA Golf Classic a fundraiser for the Waterford Intermediate Ladies Football Training fund takes place at Dungarvan Golf Club this Fri. 24th and Sat., 25th April. Teams of 4 are €120 and the format is 2 scores to count of each hole. You can book your time online www.dungarvangolfclub.com or contact Trish Fitzgerald 086-1664215. SENIORS PAIRS RESULTS Tuesday, 14th April at Gold Coast Golf Club: Dixie (1 to count on par 4’s and 5’s and 2 to count on par 3’s)1st: Thomas O’Brien (17) and Dan O’Rourke (17) Adare Manor 49 pts, 2nd: Patrick O’Sullivan (14) Adare Manor & James O’Neill (24) Kilcock 46 pts. Wednesday, 15th April at Dungarvan Golf Club: Fourball 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) and Tommy Long (12) Gold Coast 45 pts, 2nd: Margaret Shanahan (30) & Judy Doyle (21) Millicent 45 pts. Thursday 16th April at West Waterford Golf Club: 1st: Ray Rochford (15) West Waterford and Anne Rochford ((23) Youghal 51 pts, 2nd: Nick O’Brien (18) & Barry Woulfe (14) Beaufort 40 pts. Overall Gents: 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) and Tommy Long (12) Gold Coast 143 pts., 2nd: John O’Keeffe (12) & Con Walsh (18) Adare Manor 120 pts. Overall Mixed: 1st: Ray Rochford (15) West Waterford and Anne Rochford ((23) Youghal 141 pts. 2nd: Len Cotter (17) & Dympna Cotter (25) Celbridge Elm Hall 114 pts. Overall Ladies: 1st: Margaret Shanahan (30) & Judy Doyle (21) Millicent 122 pts, 2nd: Una Robinson (21) & Mary Robinson (17) 111 pts. GENTS RESULTS Mon 13th Open seniors: Winner Michael Foley

Faithlegg (5) 40 pts, 2nd Danny McSweeney Youghal (11) 37 pts. Thurs. 16th Open Seniors: Winner Denis Ryan (17) 39 pts, 2nd Gabriel Leacy (2) 37 pts, 3rd Michael Morrissey (15) 36 pts. Sat. 18th Monthly Medal sponsored by David Hayes PGA: Winner Justin Walsh (11) 71 nett, 2nd Seamus O’Neill (9) 73, Gross Gabriel Leacy (2) 74, 3rd Jim Moroney (16) 73. Sun. 19th Paul I. Power Cup: Winner Pat Phelan (13) 68 nett, 2nd Victor Mullins (14) 70, Gross John Reynolds 72, 3rd Michael O’Brien (13) 70, 4th Daniel Raher (10) 71. LADIES RESULTS Tues. 14th Open Singles sponsored by Eason: Winner June James (22) 40 pts, 2nd Fidelma Fitzgerald (23) 38 pts, 3rd June Hayes (23) 38 pts, 4th Teresa Hayes (18) 37 pts. SIXTY.COM Results 15th Winner: Liam Treacy (21) 19pts, Best Lady Peg Hennerbry (22) 12pts, Best Gent Frank O’Riordan (20) 15pts. YOUNGONES Annual party will take place on Wednesday 29th at 11.30 a.m. 9 Holes competition followed by lunch in the clubhouse. Please add your name to the list in the locker room. PROGRESSIVE 45 Results 16th Winners: Michael Kelly & Pat McGovern, Runners Up Michael Fitzgerald & Tom Mulcahy, Last 5 Derry Cotter & Billy Connery, Lucky Table Ollie O’Neill & Bernie Hayes. Thanks to all our players. Cards will resume in September. UPCOMING FIXTURES Mon 20 Open Gents/Ladies Senior (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 21 Ladies Singles Stroke G.O.Y. sponsored by McCauley Chemists + Walsh Cup. Wed. 22nd Blackwater Farmers GS, Sixty.Com at 2 pm.

Thurs. 23 Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F - Visitors €15. Fri. 24 Waterford Ladies GAA Classic. Sat. 25 Gents/Ladies Singles S/F, Waterford Ladies GAA Classic. Sun. 26th Gents Singles S/f. Mon 27 Open Gents/Ladies Senior (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 28 Ladies Singles S/F (Orbsen Consulting). Thurs. 30 Dungarvan Open Team of 4 Classic. Fri. 1 May Dungarvan Open Team of 4 Classic. Sat. 2 May Dungarvan Open Team of 4 Classic. Sun. 3 May Dungarvan Open Team of 4 Classic. Mon. 4 May Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F. JUNIORS NOTES Tuition for our beginners and Pre Juniors continues next Saturday, 25th April at 3 pm under the watchful eye of Club Professional and Waterford County Coach, David Hayes. We had a great turnout again last week with beautiful weather. Many thanks to Niamh and Joanne for running the show. Much fun was had by all. Tuition is open to non members so bring a friend. All equipment is provided. Cost is €2 per child. Our Fred Daly team was in action last Saturday at Carrick Golf Club where we took on Faithlegge. It was always going to be a difficult match for our young team but we gained valuable experience as we continue to build for the future. Ethan and Michael impressed against an older and bigger opponent but our time will come. Many thanks to Sally and Paul for providing transport. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to club Professional David. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. You can also follow junior activities on Facebook or on the Club app. You can download the Club app at the following

link clubapplive.com/dungarvangc 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! Tickets are just €2 each or a book of 6 tickets for €10. The club would be grateful of members and visitors support buying or selling tickets. Fundraising initiatives such as these are becoming an increasingly important part of the clubs revenue and your continued support is very much appreciated. The grand draw will take place on the night of the Presidents Prize 9th August 2015. Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. *1st Prize: (Value €1,000) ONE WEEK HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION IN STUDIO APT. IN CANNES. Including €300 Travel Voucher. 2nd Prize: Free 2015/2016 Membership Subscription (Value €685). 3rd Prize: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 at McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris (Value €500). 4th Prize: *Watercolour Painting (Value €350). 5th Prize: *2 Nights B&B + 1 Dinner for 2 in a choice of Flynn Hotels (Value €300). 6th Prize: *Canteen of Belleek Cutlery (Value €225). 7th Prize: *Voucher for O’Reillys Butchers, Kilmacthomas (Value €100). Draw will take place on Sun., 9th August in Clubhouse. *Prizes Kindly Sponsored by Club Members. Tickes €2 each, book of 6 for €10. Permit granted.

Lismore Ladies Golf Club Easter Prizes - Michael Riordan (Super Value, Fermoy Sponsor). Left to Right: Laoise Ni Chonchuir (3rd), Mary Ahern (1st), Mary Beecher for - Michael Riordan (Super Value, Fermoy Sponsor), Amanda Power (Lady Captain), Nora O’Sullivan (3rd).

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Stradbally FC LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw in O'Mahony's, Durrow. The numbers drawn were 2, 5, 8, 19. €25 to Melissa Fennell, Helen Aherne, Damian Sheehan. Promoter’s prizewinner: Tadhg Crowley. Next draw is in the Bally Inn on Sunday night, 1st May and the Jackpot prize on offer will be €2,700. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. CONVINCING WIN Stradbally completed their Division Two league cam-

paign with a convincing win over Red Star. Kicko Casey, Rob Finn and Rob Power all featured on the score sheet. Infirmary Cup action is next on the agenda and the locals host St. Josephs in Round One on Saturday. Kick- off 2 pm. UNDER 11 TEAM WIN The Under 11s started their Willie Moran Cup campaign with a 4-0 win away versus Kilmacow. They now face Villa in the second Round on Saturday at home with a 10.30 am kickoff.

ASTRO PITCH AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841. CLUB KITS There are a limited number of club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday presents. Sizes : 5 / 6, 7 / 8, 9 / 10. Contact Gerry at 087 2245712. ACADEMY Academy & Little Dribblers continues on Saturday mornings at 10.30 a.m. All children are welcome and so are their parents.

Ballinroad FC U-13 CUP St. Paul’s 3; Ballinroad 1 We bowed out of the cup last Saturday when we were beaten three one down in the city to a well organised St. Paul’s team. This result could have been so different if our front two had taken their chances and we also missed a penalty at a crucial time in the game when we were well on top. We went into this game without the services of our captain D. J. Kiely and defender Niall Buckley due to injuries but still fielding a very strong team. We played the first half against the wind and created very few chances. We fell behind after 15 minutes when we conceded a very soft goal and then another after 25 minutes but only for some great and brave saves from keeper Sean O’Sullivan we could have went into the break four or five down instead of just two. Centre back pairing of Colin Foley and Johnny Burke were playing great and under some pressure trying to keep St. Paul’s centre forward and goal machine Jack Taylor quiet. We had a good chat at the break and felt with the wind behind us we could claw back the lead and win this game. We started the second half great and created some great chances for Tadhg and Ben

up front, Frankie De Paoir Kavanagh whipped in a great cross from the left and somehow Tadhg missed when the ball took a bad bounce for him and he got his legs mixed up. Then Ben O’Donovan had two half chances but unfortunately for us they both went over the bar when maybe he could have rounded the keeper instead of trying to lob him. These are all things the boys will learn from and hopefully get right the next time. Then the biggest two minutes of the game happened, with us well on top and creating chances Eoin Flynn was taken down in the box after some great skill by him and we were awarded a penalty. I can only think that after his earlier miss his confidence might have been low but regular penalty taker Tadhg Collins gave the ball to Daire Slevin and unfortunately he missed. But worse was to come when the ‘keeper kicked the ball out, they attacked and against the run of play they scored a very soft goal and we found ourselves three down instead of one behind with 15 minutes left. We battled on and pushed a few more players forward looking to get something out of this game but really it was over after their third goal went in. With five minutes to go left

back Jack Riordan played a great ball into Eoin Flynn and he beat two players got into the box and was taken down to win us a second penalty. This time Tadhg Collins took it and scored. The game finished 3-1 to the home side and we went out of the Cup. I can't finish this match report without again mentioning today was the day our keeper Sean O’Sullivan stood up and showed us all what we always knew he was capable off and pulled off some great saves. We have one home league game against Railway left this season and it looks like were going to finish third in this league which means we will be playing in the U14B league next season. Squad on day: Sean O’Sullivan, Daniel Treen, Colin Foley, Johnny Burke, Jack Riordan, Alec Norris, Daire Slevin, James Cowler, Frankie De Paoir Kavanagh, Tadhg Collins, Ben O’Donovan (capt), Eoin Flynn, Tony Dwyer, Rian Hogan.

SOCCER CLUB PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW Current jackpot €9,700. Numbers drawn were: 1, 10, 18, 24. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each: Kevin Barry, Benny Crotty, Rory Pender. New jackpot €9,800. Next draw will be held in the Lord Maguires Pub, Ballinroad on Sunday, 3rd May, 2015. Thank you for your support.

Causeway Tennis Club and Bowls Club Munster Winners League Champions 2014/2015. L/R: [Pat Crowley] Ruaidhri de Paor, Michelle Finnegan, Sarah Feeney, Liam Fitzgerald.

Lismore Golf Club Dermot O'Leary Agri sponsored Spring League Competition. Dermot O'Leary pictured presenting first prize to John McGrath. Picture also includes Sean Daly, Club Captain; Willie Henry, Club President and Amanda Power, Club Lady Captain with prizewinners Seamus Beecher, Tom Joe Daly, Mike Keane, John Foley and Ted O'Leary, sponsor. [Michael Kiely]

Dungarvan United FC ALL ROADS LEAD TO OZIER PARK THIS SATURDAY FOR 1A PROMOTION PLAY OFF Dungarvan v Portlaw at Ozier Park Saturday, April 25th 5.00 p.m. This Saturday our 1A face Portlaw for a winner takes all play-off. This is going to be a battle to the very end as both teams fight for promotion after staying neck in neck for the latter part of the season. This is a game that can go either way on the night and all at Dungarvan United are willing it to go our way. This will be the toughest game we have played all season, but it is not overly presumptious to be quietly confident as the team and managers Stan, Tommy & Fishy have all put in the hard work and training through the whole season to prepare for this eventuality. We came away victorious from Portlaw 3-1 last month in the league to keep our promotion fight alive. The great run we had in the Muster Cup have kept our 1A in peak condition as we saw off Mungret Regional to secure a place in the quarterfinals where we bowed out to Newmarket Celtic on penalties. This team lost out on promotion last season when it came down to the last game, down to the wire against a fine Tramore side. For the last four years promotion to the Premier Division has eluded us, however this season its within our grasp and its very clear to see the team have pushed on, the huge commitment of these men and management has been shown on the pitch game after game and we have all been privileged to see some outstanding play from Dungarvan United 1A. This team have really stepped up to the plate and to go the entire season without losing a game in the 1A league, has been a huge achievement and testament

to the hard training and commitment of the team and Managers Stan & Tommy and Fishy and we really believe that we can go all the way, has a team ever gone unbeaten for an entire season and not won their league? It’s been a long number of years since we beat Grannagh away to secure promotion to the Premier Division under the guide of Colin Walsh and we are sure that Stan Tommy and Fishy can lead Dungarvan United to glory again on Saturday. Everyone in the club hope that our lads can get through this tough game to secure the well deserved promotion. Throughout the Cup run the eye was always on the league and the promotion to premier football. We would like to thank all our supporters for the unwavering support that has been shown so far this season and urge all our members, supporters, players and the people of Dungarvan to come to Ozier Park and support the lads on Saturday. We need the 12th man on the sideline to cheer our blues to victory, best of luck to all the players and management. U-16 LADIES DUNGARVAN GO MARCHING ON On Monday evening, 20th April Piltown made the journey to Dungarvan for the 7 p.m. game. Dungarvan started the game with sun behind them and a fight in their boots. They had the attack of the evening falling to Ciara Kilcawley who narrowly skimmed the post. Piltown drove us back into defense with some long driving balls into our half only to be met by a strong wall of Erica Kiely, Emma Guildea, Katie Duggan-Sullivan, Katie Wright, Orna O’Brien, with Maura Gallaher, Kaiesha Tobin Ashling Baumann, Ciara Kilcawley, Emily O’Mahony, Clodagh Curran. With the strength of these

girls playing defensively nothing was going to be easy for the Piltown girls. Emily opened the scoring with a great goal. Piltown were straight onto the attack with a mix-up in defense we gifted Piltown the equaliser. Again Dungarvan were not going down without a fight and were awarded a free about two yards inside the Piltown half. Kaiesha stuck a almighty shot which bounced over the head into the back of the goal 2-1. This spurned the girls on. Ashling Baumann fought hard in the box the make it 31. This seems to make the Blues hungrier and again the battle was won when up popped Ashling for her second goal of the night 4-1. Dungarvan introduced Atlanta Raher, Shauna McGrath, Guste, Amber Kinghorn and with fresh legs and plenty of attacking football in these girls all three were unlucky not to score. Piltown tore up the field and a shot on goal was saved from Shauna. But Piltown drove on and were rewarded with their second goal. The battle of the night was Emma Guildea and Irish International player Bethany Carroll, fresh from her duty in

Scotland. With a couple of minutes left Orna O’Brien unleashed a rocket of a shot to the back of the net. Don't know who jumped higher in celebration her dad Micko or Orna herself. Geat team performance also Molly Shrubb was missing on the night. GOOD LUCK Dungarvan United wish all the very best of luck to the U-12 & U-13 Waterford teams who have Finals on Saturday at the RSC. Club players Sam Uniacke and Kacper Zajac will both be representing their respective Waterford teams. Good luck lads from the Management Committee, your managers, coaches and all your team mates. FIXTURES Thursday 23-4-15 U-16A Home to Villa B 6.15 pm (Glass pitch). Saturday 25-4-15: U-11E Home to Bohs CUP 10.30 am (Main pitch). 3rd Div. Home to Tramore Rangers 2.00 pm (Main pitch). 1A Play-off v Portlaw 5 pm Ozier Park Sunday 26-4-15: Youths Away to Kilmacow CUP 2.00 pm Monday 27-4-15: U-12B Home to Park Rangers 6.15 pm (Glass pitch). Friday 1.5.15: 3rd Div Home to Park Rangers 6.30 pm (Glass pitch).

FIRST HOLY COMMUNION – All at Dungarvan United wish the very best to our players from St. Joseph's School making their First Holy Communion on Saturday. Leon Lannon, Zach Power, Callum Bulfin, Luke Irwin and Luke Power.

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Dungarvan Rugby Club

Under 18's win Cup final

Dungarvan Under 18 captain Dean O'Brien receives the trophy from Mike McSweeney, East Munster Juvenile Chairman after his side won the East Munster Under 18 Cup final at Clonmel. A BEAUTIFUL sunny day in Clonmel saw the first of two finals. We were to be the forerunners to the Garryowen Cup. Having earned a place in the final after a very strong win against Fethard last week, we now faced the combined might of a Kilfeacle/Galbally team, both strong teams in there own right, in the East Munster Under 18 Cup Final. Having lost in the quarterfinals of the Pan Munster, we were starting as favourites, but it may be a cliché but finals are always one off matches. Kilfeacle/Galbally started well making it very obvious they had come to upset the odds. The game was tough and no holds barred, so it was great when Matthew opened the scoring after moving the ball wide very quickly from a ruck in the middle of the field. This was shortly followed by a penalty from Kilfeacle/Galbally, taking the score to 5-3. Dungarvan now looked to be getting into their stride and were looking increasingly dangerous at all the breakaway’s. The forward battle was quite even but the Dungarvan backs well led by Maurice, looked very good. Every time they attacked they looked likely to score, especially with full back Daniel, joining in attack at every opportunity. He soon reaped

his reward and scored our next try. This was followed by a well-taken penalty from Maurice, taking the score to 13-3. Kilfeacle replied just before half time with a try, after some very good work from the No. 8 who was now beginning to make some dangerous runs. Half-Time score 13-8. The second half started well for Dungarvan with a fine individual score from Daniel followed by a conversion from Maurice. This was probably the turning point and the Kilfeacle/Galbally team where now chasing the game. Dungarvan settled down and ran in two more unanswered tries, both converted, taking the score to 34-8. Credit must go to Kilfeacle/Galbally who kept fighting and were rewarded with the final score, 34-13 to Dungarvan. So we retain the trophy we won last year, all in all a good season, winning a trophy, qualifying for Pan Munster, and getting all the way to the Quarter Final just losing by one score. Beating some big names on the way. Midleton, Cork Con and Cashel all senior clubs. Thanks to all the parents for driving, supporting and making sandwiches throughout the season. Finally thanks to all the coaches Trevor, Eamon. Johnny and Liam

The Dungarvan Under 18 side which won the East Munster Under 18 Cup final at Clonmel. and the players themselves. Well Done! AGM The Club AGM will be held in the Club House on Wednesday, May 20th at 8pm and all members are asked to attend. VICTORY SOCIAL The club's end of season Victory Social and Awards night will be held in Lawlors Hotel on Friday, May 22nd. SPORTS TRIBUTE Two former players will be recognized for their achievements on the field of play at the Dungarvan & District Sports Tribute Night next Sunday in Lawlors Hotel.

Niamh Briggs will be receiving one of five sports star awards and Eamon Walsh will be receiving one of the Hall of Fame Awards. The Ballinameela man started his playing career with the club and moved to play senior rugby Dolphin and the Munster senior team. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend. TAG RUGBY The annual Tag Rugby tournament at the club is not too far away. Time to start getting your team ready and thinking of players to recruit for this very enjoyable tournament.

Boxing

Nathan Jeynes showing great promise AN up and coming boxer Nathan Jeynes from Kilmacthomas, is showing great promise since joining the Peter Crotty Boxing Club Dungarvan less than two years ago. Nathan has won many bouts including a County championship title last year and this year he has gone on to win County and Munster championship titles. He also reached the semifinal of the All-Ireland boxing championships, a great achievement for a 13 year old. It is all due to his hard work and determination and the great work done by his coaches James Keohane and Killian Walsh at the Peter Crotty Boxing Club in Dungarvan.

Nathan Jeynes

Aoibhin Walsh with her March/April Swim Award at the Clonea Strand Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club HOSTS OF GENTS ALL-IRELAND STROKEPLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015 LADIES NATIONAL SOCIAL DAY On Saturday last a 100+ ladies descended on The Cunnigar Pitch and Putt, they came from all over Ireland for this National Ladies Social Day. It was an open draw for a 3 ball scramble (36 holes) which meant that ladies would be drawn with people they had probably never met before. There was no local success but everyone who played was a winner and made new friends for life and to top off a lovely day Jacinta O'Mahoney and Ann Wall both got a hole in one. The conditions were good and sunny with a blistery wind but the wind didn't hinder all the high scores on the day. The main topic of conversation was the magnificent course and the warm welcome the visitors got when entering our club. The course was, as always, in immaculate condition and its a credit to all those who work so hard on the course to keep it in the style our members and visitors come to expect it to be in. NEC officer Paudraig O'Shea in his speech said he had yet to see any course in better shape, in his travels around Ireland. We would like thank all the ladies and gents who made this day such a success. Also a special thank you to the officers of the NEC for attending and hosting this event at The Cunnigar Pitch and Putt Club. PUBS LEAGUE SPONSORED BY THE ANCHOR BAR The draw has now been made for this years Pubs League, games must be played by the 26th April. Please note each team has to organise their game and let Corinne or Patsy know when it is being played. The draw is as follows: Radleys Engineering v. The Tudor House; The Ballymaccers v. The Life Boats; The Marine Bar v. The Sailing Club; The Cove Bar v. The Gold Coast; PnP v. The O'Mahoneys; Anchor Bar B v. Murray’s, Ring Tom Curran’s Hardware v. Paddy Foley’s A; Clonea v. TUS; The Moorings v. Minnies Bar; Dillon’s B v. Quealy's; Paddy Foley’s B v. Dillon’s A; Anchor Bar A v. Stradbally GAA. MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR

Cunnigar Scratch Cup – May 9th. County Board Strokeplay – May 24th 10.00 a.m. – 12 noon. President’s Day (Patsy Hackett) – June 14th. All-Ireland Gents Strokeplay – July 25th+26th. Butcher’s Block – August 8th. So everyone get practising. WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. 4th March – Nett: Cait Mulcahy, Corinne McGee. Gross: Breda Foley, Lorraine Troy. SATURDAY TOURNAMENT Names to be in by 1.00 p.m. Tee off 1.30 p.m. No game due to Ladies National Social Day. 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 On a lovely sunny morning we saw the 1st week of the juvenile league, there was a lot of excitement about this league as there will be a variety of different games. We have Kyle Hackett, just ahead of Connall O'Ceallaigh, next week it will be the Nett scores. See you next Sunday at 1.00 p.m. MENS 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. This is a new competition format for the club, and will give everyone, especially the inter-club team, some badly needed practice in a Matchplay setting. There are 14 players in total taking part in the league which means there will be 13 rounds of games. Each and every one of the participants is capable of winning this league, and we look forward to some fiercely competitive matches in the coming weeks. Best of luck to all the

lads! 8th Round draw is: Paul O'Riordan v. Colin Houlihan; Aiden O'Rourke v. Paul Healy; John Charles v. Finbarr O'Rourke; Stephen Donovan v. Patsy Hackett; Michael Ahearne v. Declan Byrne; Liam Simms v. Paddy Noonan; Eoin Simms v. Michael Havens. 9th Round draw is: Michael Havens v. Paddy Noonan; Declan Byrne v. Patsy Hackett; Paul O'Riordan v. Finbarr O'Rourke; John Charles v. Stephen Donovan; Paul Healy v. Eoin Simms; Liam Simms v. Colin Houlihan; Michael A'Hearne v. Aiden O'Rourke 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, each have one each. Breda O'Donnell (2) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (2) and Cait Mulcahy has now has a hole in one for the women’s section. BONUS NUMBER Bonus number 41. The winner this week was Ann Wall. 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? In a strokeplay competition you must complete the play of each hole, i.e you may not pick up your ball before putting it. 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 clubhouse.

Photographed are some of the players from Ringcommon’s Pitch and Putt Club

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Ballyduff Upper Badminton Club season draws to a close

On the Podium at the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping 2015 Final in Las Vegas, USA (L to R) runner-up Penelope Leprevost from France, winner Steve Guerdat from Switzerland and third-placed Bertram Allen from Ireland. [FEI/Dirk Caremans]

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Bertram Allen finishes third in Las Vegas World Cup thriller IN his first ever World Cup Final, Wexford’s 19 year-old Bertram Allen was third overall at Las Vegas on Sunday last in one of the tightest finishing scores ever seen in the famous competition. Starting with one penalty point on his card, Allen and the 11 year-old grey mare Molly Malone had a single fence down to complete the first round on five penalties, equal second with France’s Penelope Leprevost and Vagabond de la Pomme. Swiss Olympic champion Steve Guerdat with Albfuehren’s Paille had started on a zero score and finished with no penalties, to maintain his World Cup lead. In the second round, featuring the top 20 riders, Allen and Leprevost each had a fence down, both now with nine penalties, which left

Guerdat with two fences in hand. In the last jumping round of the Finals, the Swiss rider managed to dislodge two poles, leaving him on a total of eight penalty points, thereby winning the championship by a single point. Allen and Leprevost tied on nine penalties apiece, but as the Frenchwoman’s time was just half a second faster than Allen’s she claimed second place, with the Irish teenager in third, equalling Eddie Macken’s World Cup finish in the 1979 World Cup Final. Allen’s remarkable achievement will not only earn him World Ranking points (he was 10th in the world before this weekend) but also garner him valuable Olympic individual qualification points. Irish show jumping man-

ager Robert Splaine said from Las Vegas after the competition: “This was a remarkable achievement in a world championship for a 19 year-old. Taking this third place was an incredible performance and is great for our sport. Bertram himself is a wonderful ambassador for Ireland." Ireland has never won the World Cup, with Jessica Kurten coming second in Kuala Lumpur in 2006 on board Castle Forbes Libertina, and Trevor Coyle also taking the runner-up spot in the final at Gothenburg in Sweden in 1999 with the legendary Irish Sport Horse Cruising. Eddie Macken achieved third place at the inaugural World Cup Final in 1979 with Carrolls of Dundalk, also in Gothenburg.

AS the season draws to a close we are finishing up on a high. Over the last few weeks we have a good few club members representing Waterford in the Munster's in grade H. Philip Heskin was the first out to represent. He travelled to Clonlara to participate in the Men's singles. After a hard day of badminton he came away with a runnerup medal. Well done Phil. Two weeks later Lisa McCarthy and Margaret Cashell travelled to UL to take part in the Ladies doubles. Their first match out against Tipperary proved to be the toughest with that being the only game lost on the day. After a brilliant display of badminton the Ladies also came away with runnerup medals. The same day Donna Feeney and Fergus Hickey were in UL to fight for the title of Munster champs in the mixed and that's exactly what they did. Only dropping one set to Tipperary the well experienced duo were crowned Munster champs. Well done to all and more medals to add to the now increasingly growing collection. The mixed league has now also come to and end. Ballyduff 2 played extremly well throughout the league which landed them a position in the semi-final against a very strong Rathgormack team. The standard of badminton was top notch as always but unfortunately Rathgormack came out triumphant on the night on the scoreline 5-2 which secured them a spot in the final against Ballyduff 1. Ballyduff 2 had some fantastic games throughout the league and a great achievement to come 3rd out of the 5 teams involved. They will be a more ex-

Lisa McCarthy and Margaret Cashell being presented their runner-up medals by the Munster Badminton President. perienced team for next year so watch this space. Team is Mag Cashell, Claire Hannon, Tanya Hallahan, Liz Martin, Tommy Hannigan, Sean Walsh, Kevin Martin and Kieran Keane. Ballyduff 1 patiently awaited the results from the semi-final to see who they would meet in the final as they narrowly topped the league to secure a spot straight to the final. Rathgormack were to be the opposition. Last Friday night was the night. Both teams travelled to Kilmacthomas who kindly gave us a court to play our final, thank you. This is the 3rd year in a row that we have had a team in the final so we were used to the position but had unfortunately lost out beforehand. This year though is our year!! Philip was the first out in the Men’s singles, after losing the first set Phil knew he

had a lot of ground to make up and that he did!! He won the 2nd set 21-6 to boost his confidence and get the drive he needed the pull himself and the team through to win the first game. Next up was Donna in the mixed. Donna has really settled into the play of singles and took the ladies in her stride by taking it in straight 2 sets. Fergus and Phil were at it again in the Men’s doubles. This game was so close it was nearly impossible to watch. After losing the first set 24-22 the boys knew that they had to do something special to take the game and that they did. They won the 2nd set 23-21 and won the 3rd set 22-20. What a close game and a great game to watch. Going into the Ladies we were in a very comfortable position being 3-0 up. The Ladies was like all the rest of the games close and though. Breeda and Lisa

were the ladies of choice. After taking a few moments to settle in they won the 1st set. Rathgormack proved stronger to take the second set but our ladies still had a chance to take this in the 3 round set which they did. The girls really got into their rhythm to take the 3rd set 2117 to secure the most important game and to guarantee the win on a scoreline of 4-0. This is the first time the club has won a mixed league and the smiles on the team proved their delight. Thanks to Rathgormack for some very close and tough games throughout the league. Now the team go on to the Munster's in UL again next Sunday. Best of luck to all the team, Breeda Hickey, Donna Feeney, Lisa McCarthy, Fergus Hickey, Philip Heskin, Eamonn Kelly and David Burke. Best of luck from all at Ballyduff Upper badminton club!!!!

Manchester United Supporters Club – Waterford Branch CHELSEA DEFEAT BUT POSITIVES As the headline suggests there were a lot of positives to be taken from United's 1-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday last. In terms of possession United bossed it, defended well in the main and lost to a great finish from Eden Hazard (probably the players player of the year to be announced this weekend). It was a coming of age for me of a couple of United's younger players and I would have to single out Paddy McNair who was very positive in all he did in the match. A lot of the philosophy of Van Gaal is to have more possession than the opposition which United achieved and have steadily got more comfortable with his promptings. However, Chelsea were more than happy to let United have the ball as they weren't hurting them and this was abundantly clear by John Terry and Jose Mourinho's after match interviews when they said United were great in posses-

sion and lauded them with plaudits (an old ploy of Mourinho). They were equally delighted to see Wayne Rooney dropped into midfield where he was less effective but still had a steady performance. The question must be asked would you put on Tyler Blackett (normally all for youth) and not RVP while chasing a result beggars belief. He could easily have gone 3 at the back and brought on Van Persie as a shattered Drogba at 37 was no threat to United's goal! That said it certainly let Chelsea and United's fans know we are not that far away domestically. Some shrewd signings in the summer and United will be back challenging for the title rather than settling for a good performance and in Van Gaal's words "Our best performance of the season." A silly statement giving that the score was a 1-0 defeat? I for one am not fully convinced by Van Gaal's attitude and sometimes arrogance. Why would you come out and say "we are the best in the league" while we

were 11 points behind Chelsea at the time? I am not his biggest fan as he has been lucky to fall into the side that went on the winning run of a few months ago through suspensions and injuries and await his next transfer spree which will see United flourish or flounder on the back of his decisions! EVERTON AWAY NEXT Manchester United travel the short journey to Goodison on Saturday next to take on an Everton side fresh from their victory over Burnley last time out. It has been a happy hunting ground for United in recent season's but it is usually a tough assignment. This weekend Martinez has his sights set on a home win so United would be folly to underestimate his charges and gain a vital three points ourselves to stay safely in the running for the automatic Champions league places of second and third. REGRETTABLY NO INTEREST It is a great pity that on Saturday

night next in Lawlor’s Hotel we were offered the chance of a fantastic night out in the shape of a three course meal LIVE band and late D.J. all for a song at €25 per head. The offer was that every table represented the opportunity for your club to be in the running for a €500 cash injection just for turning up on the night. It was a pity we could not gain enough interest to take part as not many opportunities to get €500 FREE come a club's way!! SEASON ENDS WE GO TO WORK The above statement is true because as soon as the season is over we as a committee are committed to getting all our curent members renewed to the "OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP" in Old Trafford which coincidentally is a stipulation for applying for any match in Old Trafford. We as an affiliated branch receive a guaranteed set figure of tickets/access cards based on the membership we hold on the predetermined deadline set out by the

ticketing and membership office in Old Trafford. Therefore, it is imperative that members renew as soon as possible to take the "HEAT" off the committee members. All United supporters should be delighted to be associated with an official branch. The minimum requirement to achieve the status of being affiliated is 50 members which we have achieved for over 20 years. However, we would like to see last season’s number improved on. If you are interested in joining the branch simply contact any committee member or ring the secretary on 087 1940089 and he will only be too happy to run you through the advantages of being in the WATERFORD BRANCH. END OF SEASON MEETING Over the next few weeks I would ask ALL United supporters who are not in the branch to consider attending our end of season meeting to explain exactly how we see the branch expand and with expansion will come the availability of extra tickets for the all important

category "A" fixtures which are comprised of currently LIVERPOOL, MANCHESTER CITY, ARSENAL, CHELSEA, TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR. As you can imagine everyone wants to attend the more attractive fixtures forgetting that there are only a set number based on our membership as stated above. This season the ratio was 8 members 1 ticket for category "A" matches and almost everyone was catered for. I am well aware that a lot of people are going to be vying for these tickets again next season. Just to be clear to ALL we operate a FIRST COME FIRST SERVED basis meaning quite simply if you are a member and apply to the secretary for any of the category "A" matches or any fixture for that matter you will be first on the list with no bias to members who are in the branch longer than you. So food for thought to those who follow United and would like to visit the "THEATRE OF DREAMS" as an affiliated WATERFORD BRANCH member.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Talking Horses Listed Leopardstown success for Weld and Smullen

Upcoming Fixtures Cork – Monday, 20th April Wexford – Tuesday, 21st April Fairyhouse – Wednesday, 22nd April Tipperary – Thursday, 23rd April Dundalk – Friday, 24th April Kilbeggan – Friday, 24th April Limerick – Saturday, 25th April Gowran Park – Sunday, 26th April

Gamble landed as Hurricane hits Dundalk THE well-supported Hurricane Cass overcame a little trouble in running to win the 10f auction maiden for Tommy Stack and Wayne Lordan at Dundalk on Friday night. Once switched to the stands’ side, the 2/1 favourite flew home to win from Blue Skimmer who had tried to make all the running. Mozetta came good for trainer Shay Barry when taking the 10f maiden under Pat Smullen. The Group 1 winning combination of Willie McCreery and Billy Lee were on the mark with Fact Or Folklore in the 10f fillies’ maiden. Ger Lyons and Gary Carroll scored with 25/1 outsider Blood Moon in the 5f maiden and at an even bigger price of 33/1, Dylan Express made all to win the 5f handicap under Rory Cleary. Navan trainer Pat Martin and Colin Keane landed the 6f handicap with Ishebayorgrey. Baby Dinnis, trained by Denis Cullen and ridden by Ross Coakley, saw off favourite Vocal Warm Up to win the 1m handicap.

Katie T stars at Limerick THE Grade 1 mares’ hurdle at Punchestown is the immediate target for Katie T who ran out the easiest of winners in the 11f handicap at Limerick on Thursday. Successful in the valuable BoyleSports Hurdle at Leopardstown in January, Kevin Prendergast’s six-year-old is now set to clash with Annie Power next week in what promises to be one of the races of the festival. Her win was one of four for Chris Hayes who had taken the earlier fillies’ maiden on the Paul Deegan-trained Corail. Hayes also teamed up with Tim Doyle to take the 1m handicap on outsider Pushkar and rounded off a memorable afternoon with an easy victory on the Patrick Prendergasttrained King Christophe in three-runner finale. Jessica Harrington and Fran Berry scored with Neverushacon in the 11f maiden on the other event on the card went to the Conor Hoban-ridden Jealika who scored for trainer Mark Fahey in the sprint handicap at odds of 25/1.

Lynch stars at Tramore with treble ANDREW Lynch dominated at Tramore’s Monday meeting where he rode three winners for three different trainers. He landed the opening four-year-old maiden hurdle on the Brendan Duke-trained Punch Bag who ran out a convincing winner on his first start over jumps. John Kiely’s Master Appeal was the well supported winner of the 2m maiden hurdle, running out a good winner from Patsio. Miss Peacetime, trained locally by Henry de Bromhead, battled well to complete the Lynch treble in the 2m5f handicap hurdle and was just one of the runners on the night helped by the better ground. Two claiming professionals also visited the winners’ enclosure. Shane Shortall got there first when taking the 2m handicap hurdle on the Ray Hackett-trained Phil The Flyer. Ger Fox continued his good run when taking the 2m6f handicap chase on Shane Ryder’s Halls Bridge. The final two races on the card were confined to amateur riders and Steven Clements enjoyed a comfortable success on the Jim Dreaper-trained Lord Fingal in the hunters’ chase while Finny Maguire was in the saddle as The Brock Inn landed the bumper for owner, trainer and breeder John Nicholson.

Parish Hall and Kevin Manning with Jim Bolger after winning the Alleged Stakes LR at the Curragh.

Super Sunday at The Curragh for Bolger and Manning MASTER trainer Jim Bolger enjoyed a fine Sunday at the Curragh with a treble that included both the Group 3 Gladness Stakes and the Listed Alleged Stakes. Mimicking took the opening maiden for juveniles in good style on debut for Bolger and Godolpin and a trip to Royal Ascot may be on the cards now for the well-bred daughter of Invincible Spirit.

Kevin Manning, who was on board all three winners for Bolger, was seen at his best when booting 50/1 shot Flight Risk home to win the Gladness Stakes before leading home a 1-2 for the Bolger team aboard Parish Hall in the Alleged Stakes. Chris Hayes continued his red-hot run of form in the saddle with a double that began with a win aboard Penny Pepper

for Kevin Prendergast and was finished with an enterprising winning ride on Papa’s Way for Paul Deegan. Ken Condon and Shane Foley teamed up to good effect again with In Salutem in the Cunningham’s of Kildare Handicap and Aidan O’Brien sent out newcomer Sandro Botticelli to take the final race in good style under Seamus Heffernan.

Bocca Baciata impresses at Navan BOCCA Baciata ran out the impressive winner of the Listed Salsabil Stakes at Navan on Saturday. Trained by Jessica Harrington and ridden by Fran Berry, the three-year-old is set for a crack at the Irish 1,000 Guineas following her win from the Jim Bolger-trained Pleascach. The Michael O’Callaghan-trained Mr Bounty and apprentice Shane Kelly got

up on the line to win from Lady Ranger in the sprint handicap. Bebhinn stepped up on her promising Curragh debut to win the 5f maiden for Kevin Prendergast and the in-form Chris Hayes. David Wachman’s Curvy was well backed when landing the 10f handicap under Wayne Lordan and another to hit the bookmakers was Madeira Classic

Mahon and Townend eye Punchestown with USA USA could turn out for a novice chase at the Punchestown Festival following his comfortable win at Tipperary on Friday. Trained by Stephen Mahon and ridden by Paul Townend, the eight-year-old had little difficulty in winning the 2m1f rated novice chase and looks

set to step up in class. If the ground stays fast, the Willie Mullins-trained Haymount is likely to be kept on the go after his winning debut under Patrick Mullins in the bumper. Doneraile-based Patrick Cronin sent out Give Her Bach to win the 2m maiden hurdle under five lbs.

UK Champion National Hunt Jockey AP McCoy. Simon Coveney TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine was guest of honour for the event and Jonathan Mullin, Irish Editor of the Racing Post, was MC for the occasion. The full list of winners and runners-up were, Irish Racing Excellence Award Pat O’Donovan, Assistant Trainer, Jim Bolger; Leadership Award, Martin Horan, Head Lad, Ger Lyons; Head Lad/Girl or Travelling Head Lad/Girl Tom Gallagher, Head Man, Dermot Weld; Rider/Groom

Byrnes and Walsh land Limerick win

who won the 1m5f handicap for Christy Roche, a second winner of the afternoon for Fran Berry. Aidan O’Brien and Seamie Heffernan shared a winner when Fluff took the fillies’ maiden in impressive fashion and In My Pocket was another success in the week for John Oxx and Declan McDonogh in the last race of the day. RUBY Walsh rode his first winner for Charles Byrnes when Crystal Pearl won the mares’ maiden hurdle at Limerick on Wednesday. An odds-on favourite, the fouryear-old scored a comfortable success for the pair the winner is likely to run on the claimer Pierce Gallagher and Loughran was on the mark Flat in the not too distant another County Cork trainer with the Tom Foley-trained future. Gordon Elliott and Paul on the score sheet was John Voisey’s Bay in the 2m4f Joe Walsh who won the 2m maiden hurdle. Henry de Carberry is a combination handicap hurdle under Brian Bromhead and Andrew that has enjoyed plenty of O’Connell. Lynch took the 2m4f handi- success over the years and Tom Taaffe’s I Knew Well cap chase with Never they struck with Casual comfortable took the rated Complain who was one of the Approach in the maiden novice hurdle in the hands of easiest winners of the after- hurdle. Sandra Hughes and Adrian Heskin teamed up to Niall Madden and Roger noon. win the beginners’ chase with Morney Wing and the other winner over fences at the meeting was Boher Call who won the handicap chase for Paul Flynn and Award, Pat O’Donovan, Assistant Trainer, Jim Bolger; Luke Dempsey. Stud Employee Award, Carmel Bowden, Stud Groom, Trainer Roger Sweeney Jockey Hall Stud; Administration Award Wendy Normile, Client saddled Corporate Box to Relations, Coolmore Stud; Dedication To Racing Award, win the mares’ handicap hurSeamus Cregan, Stud Hand, Islanmore Stud; Lifelong dle under Anthony Fox while Learning Award, Michael O ‘Rahilly, Foaling Manager, the bumper went to Babbling Coolmore Stud; Ancillary Services Award, Jim Reilly, Farrier Stream who was ridden by and Racecourse Grooms Canteen Award, Leopardstown Patrick Mullins for ThurlesRacecourse. based Pat Doyle.

Irish Stud and Stable Staff Award winners announced PAT O’Donovan, assistant trainer in the Jim Bolger yard, has won the Irish Racing Excellence Award at the Irish Stud and Stable Staff Awards sponsored by Godolphin. Pat, who was also the winner of the Rider/Groom award, was selected by the judging panel from among five finalists who were all individual category winners. The 11th running of the awards and the first sponsored by Godolphin was held at the Keadeen Hotel in Newbridge on Tuesday, April 14th. The trophies were presented by 19-time

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FASCINATING Rock gave Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen another early season success of note when easily winning the Listed Heritage Stakes at Leopardstown on Wednesday. The four-yearold is likely to step back up in class after this victory and the Group 3 Amethyst Stakes could be an immediate target. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane landed the 1m maiden with Sacrificial who came out on top in a threeway photo finish. Princess Aloof added to her win at the track on the previous Sunday when landing the 1m handicap for Jessica Harrington and Shane Foley. Over a furlong shorter, Corbata won the 7f handicap for John Oxx and Declan McDonogh. Hans Holbein was a disappointing favourite at Cork but made no mistake when scoring in the 10f maiden for Aidan O’Brien and his son Joseph. Kevin Manning and Jim Bolger were on the mark again with Ringside Humour who added to her Gowran Park win in the 10f handicap. The Paul Deegan-trained Mistiness edged out Diesel Ten to win the 10f handicap under Chris Hayes.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 24 April, 2015

Ballyrafter Showjumping, Lismore, Co. Waterford.

Spring Leagues Results SJI Spring League Final Ponies 19th April 2015 128cms 0-70cms Final 1st Tony Loughnane’s Little Farms Mr Flash (Maire Loughnane); 2nd Mary Power’s High Star Flyer (Ellen Power; 3rd Andrew Lee’s Wee Willie Winkie (Robyn Lee); Div, Patricia Devereaux’s Dancing Crystal (Olivia Devereaux): 128cms 0-80cms Final 1st Andrew Lee’s Wee Willie Winkie (Robyn Lee): Div, Patricia Devereaux’s Dancing Crystal (Olivia Devereaux); Patricia Devereaux’s Munsboro Plunkett (Olivia Devereaux): 138cms & 148cms 0-80cms Final 1st Colette Ryan’s Ms Houdini (Millie Ryan): 138cms & 148cms 0-90cms Final 1st Joan Dahill’s Glencairn Sixpence (Ali Flynn); 2nd J.J. Joyce’s Cookies N Cream (Chloe Joyce); 3rd J.J. Joyce’s Mystical Twilight (Chloe Joyce); 4th Julie Pratt’s Whos Little Cracker (Jodie Giles); 5th Kieran O’Donohue’s Little Smithe (Tony O’Donohue); 6th Barbara O’Reilly Hyland’s Cappagh Sparrow (Mark Moloney): Div David Bernard’s Sunny Sky (Aoife Bernard): 128cms 0-90cms Final 1st Seamus Fives’s Jackoo (Ciara Fives); 2nd Patricia Devereaux’s Munsboro Plunkett (Olivia Devereaux); 3rd Denis O’Reilly’s Tullibard’s Cocky Girl (Stephen

O’Reilly); 4th Denis O’Reilly’s Magneto Charlie (Stephen O’Reilly): 128cms 1-00m Final 1st Seamus Fives’s Jackoo (Ciara Fives); 2nd Mary Power’s Remington Steal (Katie Power): 138cms 1-00m Final 1st J.J. Joyce’s Cookies N Cream (Chloe Joyce); 2nd Christine Harte’s Something Special (Hazel Harte); 3rd Seamus Fives’s Eye Wonder (Ciara Fives): 148cms 1-00m Final 1st John Howard’s Beechcrest Storm (Zoe Mehigan); 2nd John Flavin’s Ballyea Star (Sean Flavin); 3rd Lorcan Hennessy’s Ballynoe Galway Girl (Shane Moloney); 4th J.J. Joyce’s Mystical Twilight (Chloe Joyce); 5th Paul Duffy’s Ok Pelly (Karynn Collins); 6th Kieran O’Donohue’s Dukes Mill Lady (Tony O’Donohue): Div John Devine’s An Barneach (Jaye Devine): 138cms 1-10m Final 1st Seamus Fives’s Eye Wonder (Ciara Fives); 2nd Mary Power’s Trendy Royale (Katie Power); 3rd Deirdre Rose’s Ballydoolagh Abbey (Ally Rose): 148cms 1-10m Final 1st John Flavin’s Ballyea Star (Sean Flavin); 2nd Julie Pratt’s Whos Bits N Pieces (Jodie Giles); 3rd Kieran O’Donohue’s Dukes Mill Lady (Tony O’Donohue); 4th Lorcan Hennessy’s Ballynoe

Galway Girl (Shane Moloney); 5th John Devine’s An Barneach (Jaye Devine): 148cms 1-20m 1st Julie Pratt’s Whos D.J. (Jodie Giles): Spring League Leading Novice Rider; Robyn Lee Spring League Leading Open Rider; Ally Rose Results SJI Spring League Finals Horses 19th April 2015 0 – 90cms Final 1st Cyril Reaney’s Rowanhill Carlo Clover (Shauna Reaney); 2nd Michael Kearney’s Montazuma (Michael Kearney); 3rd Michael Dalton’s Daulies Cavalier (Michael Buckley): 1 – 00m Final 1st Michael Buckley’s Focus Vendi (Michael Buckley); 2nd Michael Dalton’s Daulies Cavalier (Michael Buckley); 3rd Sharon Guiry’s Elegancia Suprema (Abigail Guiry): 1 – 10m Final 1st Jim Stafford’s Culleen’s Paddy (Shauna Reaney); 2nd Katie Frazer’s Keylogues Gold (Katie Frazer); 3rd Michael Houlihan’s Hogan’s Diamond Porsch (Hannah Houlihan); 4th Fiona O’Flynn’s Kilcolman’s Secret (William Fitzgerald); 1-30m Final 1st Sean Kelly’s Rehy Atlantic Touch (Sean Kelly): Spring League Leading Rider; Katie Frazer.

Causeway Tennis Club celebrates Munster League win LAST Friday evening in conjunction with the finals of the Spring League Causeway Tennis Club held a presentation to honour the winning grade 5 Winter league team. On the previous Sunday, the team had a victory over Mallow in the Munster final which was easier than expected as one of the Mallow players got injured playing Liam Fitzgerald and Ruaidhri de Paor in the men’s doubles. Sarah Feeney and Michelle Finnegan won their ladies doubles 6-4, 6-2 and with Mallow conceding one of the mixed doubles the other one became a ‘dead rubber’ and the title was Causeway’s. This does not mean that the title was easily won. This was the 10th match played by the team. There were 6 games in the group section. These were home and away

games against Tralee, Nenagh and Rushbrooke. Having qualified from the group they next met St. Anne’s (Waterford) in a last 16 game and won 4-0. Monaleen (Limerick) were next and they were beaten 3-1. In a home semi-final they played Balinlough (Cork) and won 4-0. Then to the final and the rest is history. From this you can see that they played teams from 5 of the 6 counties of Munster. This was a great achievement for the team - Liam Fitzgerald, Ruaidhri de Paor, Sarah Feeney and Michelle Finnegan, which shows great commitment and dedication and playing some great tennis, improving with every game. Here’s hoping this will encourage more players to take part in inter-club competitions and bring more hon-

ours to the club. Also mentioned were Pearse Moloney and Earnan O Cleirigh who played one game each in the group stage. The night started with the semi-finals and final of the clubs Spring League. The winning team were team 5 Clodagh Carty (capt.), Julianne, Kevin Leach and Karl Gleeson. The runners-up were team 7 - Sarah Feeney (capt.), Sarah Duffy, Ger Kelly and Jonathan Hayes. On the night S. Feeney was represented by Michelle Finnegan. A very pleasant evening was had by all remmising another teams and event in the club especially the last win in the ‘90’s with a team captained by Ger Cusack (more on that anon) and hoping for more victories to come.

Causeway Tennis and Bowls Club. Congratulations Grade 5 Munster League Winners, Liam [Pat Crowley] Fitzgerald, Sarah Feeney, Ruaidhri De Paor, Michelle Finnegan.

Dungarvan Cycling Club welcomes Forde's Daybreak Dungarvan on board as sponsor of youth racing. Pictured are: Kevin Forde (Forde's Daybreak Dungarvan) and Lester Callinan with DCC youth riders Conor Coleman, Mark McGarry and Aoibhe Power.

LIAM ROSSITER QUALITY MEATS PYT On a sunny Wednesday evening last, 36 riders signed on for the revamped Predict Your Time league, once again kindly sponsored by Liam Rossiter Meats. The new format involved the group riding together to the Welcome Inn. Then riders were left off in 30 second intervals for a 6km TT which finished at Cappoquin Chickens. Tom Mansfield applied his local knowledge and was closest to his predicted time, just 41 seconds out. In the end everybody was faster than their predicted time so well done to all, ye're going better than ye thought. Afterwards the group rode together to Villierstown for a chat, tea, coffee, and cake. And sausage rolls. Many thanks to Tory for keeping the shop open and looking after us. Thanks to Pa and Dwayne for helping out with the marshalling. I think all were agreed it was a great club event. For week 2 on Wednesday 22nd, sign-on at BALLINROAD (St. Laurence's Hall) at 6.15 for a 6.30 pm start. The time-trial section of this club spin is from Ballinroad Hall to O'Mahony's Pub at Durrow, finishing approx 200 metres beyond the junction. Then, after the hard part, on to Stradbally for coffee / coke / goodies and chat. With longer evening and slightly shorter total spin, there should be a bit more time for enjoying the chat. Cyclists then ride back to Dungarvan together. The organisers are confident that the winner WILL receive a lollipop this time! Open to anyone with a Cycling Ireland licence or newcomers on a try-it-out basis. Come join us for a great fun evening!

MARK McGARRY 2nd IN RÁS NA nÓG Mark travelled to county Louth last weekend as part of the Munster under 12 squad for Rás na nÓg and kept up his recent good form. He finished 2nd in all 3 stages to secure a podium place and 2nd overall. Well done Mark. FORDE'S DAYBREAK TO SPONSOR YOUTH RACING The club would like to welcome Forde's Daybreak on board as a sponsor of our youth racing sector. Many thanks to Kevin. JASON TRAVERS TO REPRESENT IRELAND IN MADRID Dungarvan Cycling Club wishes Jason Travers the very best of luck as he undertakes his biggest Duathlon challenge to date. Jason recently qualified to represent Ireland in the European Duathlon Championships which take place in Madrid, Spain on Sunday, 26th April. Jason will compete in the Age Group category and the race consists of a 10k run, followed by a 40k cycle, finishing with another 10k run. Jason has been competing at a National level for the past 2 years. In order to qualify for the European Championships 2015 he had to complete 3 Duathlon races around Ireland and the National Championships in 2014. Training has consisted of a mix of both running and cycling, sometimes one discipline after another on the same day, and he has often joined DCC members Frank and Vinny for their midweek spins which Jason says have been a great way to get his endurance up to speed (pardon the pun!).We look forward to hearing how Jason gets on and will keep you

posted. SPORTIVES Well done to those who represented the club at the various sportives around the country at the weekend. We were well represented at a couple close to home, the Comeragh CC Copper Coast Challenge on Saturday, and Youghal CC's charity fundraiser on Sunday. WEEKEND SPINS Some weekend to be on the bike. Saturday's spin went to the 5 Cross Roads, Mahon Bridge, Carrick, Kilmeaden, and back by Durrow. Many thanks to Frank for agreeing to call the Saturday routes. Saturday is a mixed group, with cyclists from groups 2, 3, and 4, and the average speed tends to be about 27 kph depending on numbers and conditions. Sunday brought “sunshine, shorts, and suffering” to quote one group captain. 18 from groups 1 & 2 went to Durrow, Killrossanty, Mahonbridge, Fews, Clonea Power, Portlaw, before stopping for a well earned coffee in Kilmeaden. Then the hardship recommenced on to Tramore Cross, Ballymorris, Dunhill, Annestown, Bunmahon, and Stradbally. Group 3 had 26 head for Clonmel, over the mountain road to Rathgormack, into Lemybrien, and home by Durrow. 7 in Group 4 headed up the Pike to McGrath's Cross, Kilmac, coffee in Lemybrien, and also home by Durrow. Group 5 had 10 riders head for Ardmore via Old Parish. Sunshine and no punctures meant the only problem was how long it took John's scone to arrive. To be informed of the weekend's routes please check the Facebook page on

Saturdays or send an email t o updates@dungarvancc.com requesting to be added to the list to receive the routes. Club spins leave at 9:00, from John Foley’s Kilrush on Saturdays, and The Square on Sundays. RACING UPDATE We had a number of riders in Nenagh on Sunday. In a very tough race the best placed DCC rider was Damian Travers, 12th in A3. CYCLING QUOTE “You don't have to be great to start but you have to start to be great.” CONTACT US You will find loads of updates, tips, photos, and commentary on the club’s Facebook page and on the club website dungarvancc.com. We're even on Twitter if 140 characters is about all you can handle. Join the Dungarvan Cycling Club group on Strava to see what everyone else is up to. If you have anything you’d like me to report please e m a i l seanoduibhir@gmail.com

DCC's Jason Travers who travels to Madrid for European Duathlon Championships.