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COMMUNITY STUNNED AT DEATH OF POPULAR DJ

THE tragic death of popular local entertainer and DJ, Michael Wright has left the community in Dungarvan and wider West Waterford area stunned with grief.

Mr. Wright (60) a Council worker, who was well known as ‘The Mad Hatter’ DJ was killed

last Sunday evening when he was hit by a truck while walking his dog at Kilossera, on the N25 at Youghal Road, approximately one kilometre from the GSK plant.

Gardaí said the tragic collision occurred around 8.15 p.m. on Sunday night, 20th January.

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene, but Mr. Wright was pronounced dead at the scene.

The male driver of the truck was uninjured.

The road was closed and traffic diversions put in place for a period of time to allow Garda

forensic collision investigators to examine the scene.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information can contact Dungarvan Garda Station on 058-48600 or the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111.

Mr. Wright, who lived at Congress Villas, Dungarvan, was an extremely popular entertainer in the locality.

He stood as an independent candidate in the 2014 elections with the slogan ‘make your vote matter, vote for the hatter’.

His wife Teresa Wright is a

The late Michael Wright, AKA ‘The Mad Hatter’ DJ.

former Councillor and former Mayor of Dungarvan.

Tributes have been flooding in over social media for Mr. Wright, who was described as a “really popular man” while another wrote: “Dungarvan won’t be the same without SEE PAGE 21 you”.

Homelessness remains a serious concern for Council 65% jump in homelessness in Waterford over four year period THE substantial increase in homelessness remains a serious concern for Waterford City and County Council as figures show that the number of people who presented themselves as homeless increased by 65 precent between 2014 and 2018.

Cllr. Breda Brennan raised concerns at the January Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, noting that 915 cases presented as homeless in 2018 and queried what the Council should be doing.

“Should we be buying extra properties? What can we do as Councillors - where do we need to put pressure?” she asked.

The figures contained in the monthly management report shows that there were 323 cases

which presented to the Council as homeless in 2014. That figure increased by 36 percent to 504 homeless cases in 2015.

There was an increase of 33 percent between 2015 and 2016 (757 cases); and increase of 2.5 percent between 2016 and 2017 (776); and a further increase of 15 percent in homeless cases between 2017 and 2018 (915).

Responding, Ivan Grimes, Director of Services for Housing said homelessness in Waterford City and County “remains a serious concern for us”.

“The key is to increase supply [of houses]. But I also make the point that a number of households who are in rented accommodation are becoming aware

that they are likely to face eviction for whatever reason and they tend to present to the Council for homeless services at a time when they don’t actually need them,” Mr. Grimes said.

“They might need other support and assistance, such as assistance in finding alternative HAP accommodation - that is one of the factors in the increase in numbers, but it’s not the only factor,” he added.

Cllr. Siobhán Whelan noted that the increase in homeless cases between 2017 and 2018 was 139 more cases - “which is disappointing”.

“But, the inertness of government on this matter is not surprising,” she said. c Continued on page 2

Cappagh dairy farmer Noel Griffin was announced as the Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award winner for 2018. His parents Eamonn and Eithne Griffin were in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, to pick up the prize of €2,000 along with a Waterford Crystal trophy on his behalf from Hooper Dolan Insurances CEO, Cathal Lowe. [Noel Browne] SEE CENTRE SPREAD FOR FULL STORY

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Councillor calls for road raising plan to be resurrected

By Christy Parker

Municipality meeting.

The Councillor acknowledged the “exceptionally mild” climate before warning that “as sure as day follows night we will get our ration of rain!” On that note he was concerned about flooding at Ballyrafter and in the general re Bridge area of Cappoquin.

Cllr. Doocey recalled that prior to the local government

DESPITE the relatively mild winter to date, Waterford Councillor Declan Doocey chose a pessimistic regard for the Irish weather when he called for pre-emptive flooding measures in Ballyrafter at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore

Homelessness remains a serious concern for Council c FROM FRONT PAGE

are actually sleeping in the meantime.

Mr. Grimes replied that he couldn’t give a commitment on providing information about something they don’t actually know.

“Quite often if emergency accommodation is not available the person in question simply leaves the office and doesn’t impart information,” Mr. Grimes replied.

“We have been operating throughout the Winter our cold weather initiative in the city and it has been used every night by people who wouldn’t normally engage with hostels and other homeless services.”

Mr. Grimes added that the Council is now rolling out its HAP placefinder service.

“Since Christmas, two families and two individuals who were housed in B&Bs have been assisted in finding new HAP tenancies. We will be rolling that out over the course of 2019,” Mr. Grimes added.

“Has the Council any intention of providing emergency accommodation to people within their own area?

“Waterford is a large county and the only area offered to those who find themselves homeless is the city. If children are involved there is disruption to their young lives, meaning travelling long distance to go to school, or even changing schools,” Cllr. Whelan added.

Mr. Grimes acknowledged that the city is the only area where all the Council’s emergency accommodation is based.

“But, I gave an undertaking at the previous November meeting that we would keep the issue of providing emergency accommodation in the West under review,” he said.

Cllr. Eddie Mulligan said he believes there is a duty of care on the Council to actually know where those people waiting on emergency accommodation

ing, site cleaning and hedge cutting” prior to “this torrent of rain that we are definitely going to get!”

Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes said the council was aware of the issues in the area and had a severe weather plan in place to deal with places prone to flooding, including the N72 and any diversion routes affected.The

Council would also “oversee some funding” in regard to improving the flood situation at Ballyrafter, he added.

The Engineer said raising the road at Lismore bridge was “not on the current agenda” but could be reviewed. Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath, meanwhile, said she’d send a crew to investigate the Kilbree road.

amalgamation plans had been agreed to raise the road from the Red Bridge towards a location known as ‘the rock’. He explained that “a spring tide, south east wind and the flood coming down from north Cork and the Knockmealdowns”, was a recipe for “crisis.”

The Councillor explained that when the area flooded doctors

and emergency services were unable to get from Cappoquin to Lismore without going up around Melleray” via the Kilbree road. He wondered if the plans had been forgotten about.

DOWNPOUR Cllr. Doocey also referenced a subsiding embankment on the Kilbree road and said the route was in dire need of “pothole fill-

Drug seizure and arrest in Tramore

A great day for the Blackwater’s Freshwater Pearl Mussel

GARDAÍ have seized a large quantity of drugs and arrested a man in an operation in Tramore, Co. Waterford today 18th January 2019.

In a planned operation Garda from Tramore Garda Station, assisted by the Regional Armed Support Unit, searched a premises at Riverstown Business Park in Tramore.

They discovered a large cannabis cultivation operation, with up to 450 plants growing in the building. The seizure has an estimated street value of €360,000.

A man in his 40s was arrested at the scene and is detained at Tramore Garda Station under Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (Drug Trafficking) Act, 1996.

ENVIRONMENTAL campaigner and serial litigant, Peter Sweetman, has recently rowed in to support the freshwater pearl mussel that inhabits the Blackwater River.The freshwater pearl mussel (Margaritifera margaritifera) is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, and is one of the 365 most endangered species in the world. It is protected under the Wildlife Act and Annex II and V of the EU Habitats Directive. The Minister for Heritage Culture and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan, decided to remove protection for the endangered species from part of Munster's Blackwater River area meaning that it would no longer be a protected species of the SAC along the Blackwater Valley.

Peter Sweetman, only person to have three Court of Justice of the EU wins to his name has been granted a Judicial Review on the proceedings undertaken by the Minister for Heritage, Culture and the Gaeltacht.

Ireland hosts approximately 46 per cent of the EU population of the species and has approximately 96 individual populations within 139 rivers as well as in lakes.

These populations range in size from hundreds to almost three million.

Mr. Sweetman says, in an affidavit, the pearl mussels "can't by themselves take court cases" to ensure their protection so the only other option is for interested members of society to do so.

This means that, at least for now, the freshwater pearl mussel is reprieved from immediate extinction in the Blackwater Valley.The Judicial Review could take at least two years to be heard. A good day for biodiversity. The environment salutes Mr. Sweetman.

While Mr. Sweetman’s case is a good for the biodiversity of the Blackwater and Bride Valley it creates serious issues for the proposed Lyrenacarriga Wind Farm between Youghal and Tallow. The proposed industrial wind development which proposes to covers an area of 1400 hectares sits right on top of not only the main water source for Tallow and Youghal but also a significant number of private wells including feeding a number of water courses that directly run into the Blackwater SAC, the very area that Peter Sweetman is

fighting to protect.

Paddy Massey of Blackwater Wind Aware commented that “The current development which was supposed to go for planning in late 2018 seems to have hit a number of difficulties.

The developer missed that the area feeds the water supply to large populations in Tallow and Youghal and also connects to the Blackwater SAC which is of European importance.”

Mr. Massey continued, “You would think that after nearly three years of work that the developer, Innogy Renewables Energy Ireland and their planning consultants Galway based McCarty, Keville, O’Sullivan would have spotted something as significant as this. It just makes you wonder what else they have missed, it really is a schoolboy error.”

“It makes it utterly impossible for the local community, that will have to live with 25 wind turbines 150m high, to trust anything the developer has to say.

Not that the developer is saying much, preferring to keep the community in the dark on the detail of the development that will impact 270 family homes.”

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Wright, AKA The late Michael DJ. ‘The Mad Hatter’ and former former Councillor who lived at Mayor of Dungarvan.

Mr. Wright, to been flooding Dungarvan, was Tributes have collision investigators Congress Villas, enterser- forensic media for Mr. extremely popular in over social described as a examine the scene.

Gardaí and emergency for wit- an locality. when he the scene, but Mr. Wright, who was man” while Gardaí are appealing Anyone tainer in the vices attended last Sunday evening independent dead at forward. of popular “really popular He stood as an a truck while walking Wright was pronounced nesses to come THE tragic death and DJ, was hit by can contact in the 2014 elections another wrote: “Dungarvan on the N25 with information Station on candidate the scene. local entertainerhas left the his dog at Kilossera, ‘make your vote won’t be the same without of the truck approximately Dungarvan Garda the Garda with the slogan the hatter’.

The male driver SEE PAGE 21 at Youghal Road, Michael Wright GSK or you”.

Dungarvan and one kilometre from the matter, vote for was uninjured.

Wright is a community in and traf- 058-48600 Line 1800 666 His wife Teresa Waterford area plant.

The road was closed for a Confidential wider West the tragic collision fic diversions put in place grief. said 111. with Gardaí stunned to allow Garda 8.15 p.m. on a Council period of time Mr. Wright (60) known as occurred around January.

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Responding, for factor,” he meeting of Waterford Whelan noted noting that of Services Cllr. Siobhán in County Council, as homeless Director in homeless homelessness winner for that the increase 915 cases presented what the Housing said Farm Safety Award 2017 and 2018 and County Waterford City concern for cases between cases - “which is in 2018 and queried Hooper Dolan Waterfordto pick up the prize of €2,000 be doing. serious announced as the was 139 more Hotel, Dungarvan, CEO, Cathal Lowe. [Noel Browne] Council should buying extra “remains a Noel Griffin was were in The Park Cappagh dairy farmer Dolan Insurances disappointing”. and Eithne Griffin us”.

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Maximum temperatures 6 to 10 degrees, in light to moderate west to northwest winds.

Wednesday night: Mainly dry in the midlands, east and northeast, with some clear spells. Cold, with some frost and a risk of icy patches on untreated surfaces. Minimum temperatures minus 1 to plus 2 Celsius, coldest in east Ulster. Minimum temperatures in Munster and Connacht will range between 3 and 6 degrees, where it will be mostly cloudy, with patchy light rain or drizzle, extending further east by morning. Mist and fog patches also, in light westerly or variable breezes.

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Plenty of oversight bodies to deal with any alleged corruption within Gardaí IF someone has a complaint about alleged corruption in the Gardaí, there are many oversight bodies, including the Garda Ombudsman, which people can go to with their complaint, the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee was told.

Cllr. John Hearne said figures presented to the JPC are missing a column of figures on the number of alleged corruption complaints.

“I wonder when the day will

come when a corrupt politician / journalist / judge phone a Garda and looks for something to be quashed - will the squad car go in the opposite direction to arrest them?” Cllr. Hearne said.

“This is hugely important because of a lack of faith [in the Gardaí] some people have.

“This is something we should work on.We don’t seem to arrest people who are corrupting a Garda - I have never seen that happen - I hope it will happen,” Cllr. Hearne added.

Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne pointed out there are between nine and 11 oversight bodies which look at and examine the Gardaí - “which we in Garda management have positively no difficulty with”.

“We have no problem at all with oversight committees,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

He pointed out that corruption is a crime which would be in the crime figures the same as any other crime.

He said Garda officers are all

signed up to a Code of Ethics “and we operate openly and transparently within the rule of law”.

“That is what I hope we do and what we intend doing as a management team going forward and what has been done here ever before I arrived,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

He said if someone has a complaint there are lots of oversight bodies, which includes the Garda Ombudsman, where people can go with their complaint.

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24/7 Cardiac Care March, Waterford [John Power]

Lives at risk as Government stalls on 24/7 Cardiac Care SPEAKING at a rally of over 10,000 people in Waterford City this weekend, Sinn Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness said Government inaction on 24/7 emergency cardiac care is putting the lives of Waterford people at risk.

McGuinness said: “University Hospital Waterford serves a population of half a million people, yet the South East remains the only region without 24-hour emergency cardiac care.

“If someone in Co. Waterford experiences a cardiac incident between 5.00 p.m. on a Friday and 9.00 a.m. on a Monday their only option is a transfer to Cork City, if and when an ambulance is available.

“We need a permanent second Cath Lab at UHW and the

provision of 24/7 emergency cardiac care. A second lab needs to be adequately resourced and capable of performing both diagnostic and intervention work.

“There is a 14-day waiting list for crucial cardiac diagnostic treatment in UHW, treatment which should be occurring within 24 hours of a patient experiencing a cardiac incident.

“The Government and HSE management are treating people in Co. Waterford like second-class citizens. Lives are being put at risk by the failure of this Government and its predecessors to take action.The clear message from this weekend’s rally is that the people of Waterford demand 24/7 emergency cardiac care without further delay.”

The South East must keep up the pressure for Health Equality says People Before Profit UNA Dunphy of Waterford People Before Profit believes that the thousands who attended the Health March in Waterford on Saturday can keep up the pressure on Government to provide the health service for the South East that we need and deserve.

The march and demonstration on the 19th was focussed on the critical issue of providing 24/7 Cardiac Care at University Hospital Waterford, and that campaign must continue, with regular demonstrations in Dublin and in the South East until the next election. The modular Cath Lab at UHW must be refitted with the equipment that was removed before it came to Waterford. At present it can, on

three days a week, detect cardiac disease but not treat it. A budget to permit an Interventional Cardiologist to begin stenting and treating critically ill patients must also be provided.

PBP is affiliated to the Still Waiting Campaign, which is a national movement seeking secure and effective health services throughout the country.

It supports the SláinteCare plan and believes that we are seeing the loss of resources to the South East which we feared, with the setting up of the Hospital Groups aligned to existing University Medical schools. This is now clear, as capital and finance flow towards Cork and its University Hospital. The suggested estab-

lishment of Regional Integrated Care Organisations could and should revitalise the Waterford Hospital, which will benefit everyone in the South East.

People Before profit is campaigning for a decent health service and that means wholehearted support for the INMO Campaign for pay restoration.

The crisis in our health system cannot be addressed if we can’t recruit and retain the nurses we need. The Minister may say we can’t afford to pay them, but the reality is we could find the money to pay unsecured junior bondholders, to increase military spending and we are running a budget surplus; we have the money, not the political will.

David Cullinane TD and Conor D. McGuinness attend the 10,000 strong rally in Waterford.

South East must keep feet on the street to win 24/7 Cardiac Care says WCTU THE Waterford Council of Trade Unions wants to keep up the pressure on Government with marches and demonstrations following the huge turnout in the Health March on Saturday the 19th.

The Council, which is affiliated to the Still Waiting Health Campaign, believes we need to stay on the streets. Perhaps with a march in Dublin in about six weeks, then another in the South East soon after, and continue the campaign of demonstrations up to the next election.

The Government cuts or delays to health expenditure arising from the cost overruns on the National Children’s Hospital cannot be allowed to impede or delay the provision of 24/7 car-

diac care to the South East. In fact, what is required is a credible commitment to funding to ensure that the existing modular Cath Lab in UHW is refitted as an intervention facility which can provide stenting and the full range of treatments to cardiac patients immediately.

The situation for the population of the South East is that the modular Lab brought to Waterford had been providing intervention in its British location, but the equipment to provide treatment facilities were removed when it was brought to UHW and it is used now only to diagnose cardiac conditions.

Whatever promises have been made the fact is that, no official order from the Minister for

Health has been made and there is no budgetary provision in the 2019-2020 HSE Capital Service Plan to increase cardiac access or implement 24/7 cardiac care at UHW. The new Cath Lab, to be constructed above the existing Cardiology Department, will require the appointment of at least one new Consultant Cardiologist, along with the equipment and ongoing budget to provide emergency intervention treatment to the population of the South East, within the internationally recognised time frame.

Only political pressure exerted on the streets by the workers of the South East and their families can make this happen.

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Land, walkway, dead trees and Alms houses considered at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore meeting

By Christy Parker TALLOW LAND BANK Cllr. James Tobin wondered if the Council had made any move to re-acquire land from a landbank in Tallow that it had bequeathed to a housing agency during more austere times. He had raised the matter at a previous meeting and been told that much of the 15 acres had been taken back and the rest was retrievable, bar some that had been used to facilitate a crèche.

Waterford Technician for Housing Derek Lyons said if and when a need would arise to consider land for housing developments in Tallow the Council could engage with the Department of Housing about taking back the remainder. At the moment “that need has not been

determined to be there “, he replied, but the situation would “continue to be assessed.”

Cllr. Tobin observed that the current owners had leased the land to farmers for eleven months,“so it’s gone for that time anyway.” Mr. Lyons however felt property managers would have a clause in the contract that they could serve notice on anyone leasing to terminate it sooner.

MURPHY’S PLACE Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell asked whether the council had opted to remove a walkway/cul-de-sac it had created in Murphy’s Place, Abbeyside, as he had requested at December’s meeting.

Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes said he understood the walkway was created “to prevent people using it as a rat run down to the school.” The

council “did have a look at it” again and were happy that low speed, enhancing pedestrian and cyclist safety were its priorities.

He believed that outside of school hours the traffic calming measures were working very well so there were no plans to remove the walkway.

Cllr. O’Donnell insisted that “quite a number of people” opposed the walkway and that nobody had “walked over that area for the past 5 years.” It was now “a problem for the emergency services”, he added and also drivers were “parking outside people's doors and householders can't get in or out. It should be removed.” Cathaoirleach John Pratt quickly moved the meeting on to the next item however.

LISMORE CEMETERY Cllr. John Pratt asked for an

update on plans to cut weakened trees in Lismore cemetery.

Environment Officer Ray Moloney said a contractor had been appointed with work due to commence in the week commencing February 11th.The estimated completion time was a week.

ALMS HOUSES Cllr. Pratt complimented the “fabulous” restoration of the four Tallow Alms houses and wondered if there would be an official opening ceremony to showcase the high standard of work.

Mr. Lyons agreed it was a “lovely scheme” and had no doubt there would be an official opening, “hopefully very soon.”

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Decrease in overall property crime is welcomed THERE was a slight decrease in overall property crime in the Waterford Garda Division in 2018, compared with the previous year.

According to the figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, there was just over a one percent decrease in property crime.

In a breakdown of the figure, it showed that property crime decreased by just over one percent in Waterford City; and by eight percent in Dungarvan.

Tramore was the exception, as property crime increased by 3.5 precent in 2018.

Property crime is theft and related offences, including burglary.

Superintendent Michael Leacy, who presented the figures, said the figures are relatively stable and that the Waterford Division is still below the national average overall crime trend during an eight year period (2010-2017).

Property crime has fallen by 22 percent in 2017, compared with a peak in 2010.

BURGLARIES Supt. Leacy said there has been a dramatic reduction in burglaries in the Division since 2017.

“That is very welcome because we view burglaries as a very serious offence.

It impacts people so negatively and we are delighted to see this reduction,” Supt.

Leacy said.

The figures showed that there was a 26 percent reduction in burglaries in the Waterford Division in 2018, compared with the previous year.

In Waterford City, burglaries dropped by 28 percent; in Dungarvan there was a 34 percent drop in burglaries; and in Tramore, there was a ten percent drop.

Over an eight year period (2010-2017) burglaries dropped by 34 percent compared with a peak in 2014.

Supt. Leacy said burglaries in the Waterford Garda Division are also below the national average.

Cllr. Joe Kelly noted that the overall crime trend is down over the past eight years, “yet I hear people saying crime is out of control and you can never get a Garda when you need one”.

“These figures clearly show there is a significant trend down the way and Waterford and the surrounding areas are safer now than they were, looking at these figures, six years ago,” Cllr. Kelly said.

“I commend the Gardaí for that because it is down to Garda detection, it’s not because people suddenly became good - it’s because law enforcement is there,” he added.

Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne confirmed the overall crime trend is down for the past six years, but pointed out that society will never eradicate crime.

“You can’t, it just isn’t possible,” he said.

“But what we can do is do our best to lower the risk of crime happening. A lot of good work has been done by the Garda management team in Waterford I’ve only been here 18 months, but the three Superintendents (Michael Leacy, Dungarvan; John Mulligan,Tramore; and Chris Delaney, Waterford) have been here through those last six years and the real plaudits should go to them,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

“It is good to see those crime figures going down and I’ve always said it is important to have the message go out that Waterford City and County, compared with other cities and counties, is a comparably safe place - that’s not to say something won’t happen that will give rise for concern - it will, because we are living in a big urban and rural area, but in general terms, for people looking at Waterford for various reasons - it is a very good place to live in. That is commendable to the vast majority of people who are law abiding. Most people are law abiding and we get great respect and assistance from the public,” Chief Supt.

Dunne said.

Cllr. Jason Murphy agreed the vast majority of people are law abiding and queried if it was the same perpetrators carrying out crime.

Chief Supt. Dunne said people from all walks of life can be engaged in crime.

“Sometimes you could have opportunistic criminals and sometimes you have career criminals,” he said. “You also have people who make a mistake and thankfully they learn from that mistake and move on and are no longer a customer of the Gardaí,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

He said tackling crime is a whole team effort by Garda management, looking at strategy, operational command and sending the Garda teams out into the communities.

“There is a lot of good work done, but that’s not to say one burglary is a burglary too many, because entering people’s homes and people feel their peace and safety has been violated.”

Chief Supt. Dunne also warned people that purchasing items from dubious sources also contributes to the vicious cycle of burglaries.

“If you are offered items for sale and it’s too good to be true, then it usually is too good to be true - you are taking someone else’s misfortune and you are buying it,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

Cllr. Murphy welcomed that the headline figures were down, particularly burglary figures.

“Burglary has a huge impact on people’s mental health, particularly elderly people and ruins what’s left of their life.They never have the same ‘mas’ on their home as they had previously,” Cllr. Murphy said.

TEXT ALERT Cllr. James Tobin said that with crime figures down, he liked to think that community text alerts played a part in it.

Superintendent Michael Leacy confirmed community text alert was very important in combatting crime.

“Without community alert and text alerts and without the support of the community, we couldn’t do our jobs, it’s as simple as that,” Supt. Leacy said.

“We work in tandem with the local communities and that’s essential for us to be effective in policing this Division.

“I hope that continues long into the future, because it is a partnership and we serve for the benefit of local communities. In all the Districts, I would say community help for the Gardaí is very strong and we welcome that,” Supt.

Leacy added.

Cllr.Tobin suggested that where a successful arrest and prosecution has taken place, due to information / observations received via text alerts, there should be an acknowledgement text to the community.

“That will drive the community to help more - a bit of acknowledgement would help,” Cllr. Tobin said.

Supt. Leacy said an acknowledgement text was a good idea, but was unaware how possible it would be, but assured he would examine the suggestion.

Sunlight is essential for our physical, Motion calling on RTÉ mental and emotional wellbeing to boycott Eurovision THE quality and quantity of light we’re exposed to has a profound effect on our bodies and minds. All living beings – ourselves included – have evolved to the fundamental rhythm of dark nights and light days and are finely tuned to adjust to the light of dawn.

Light tells plants, trees, etc., which way to grow and birds when to sing. It affects our mood, skin, nervous system, eyesight and carcardian rhythm. We spend more and more of our lives exposed to artificial light and now the nature of light is changing dramatically in ways we may not understand.

Natural light benefits vision. Computer screens, smart phones and florescent light can cause eye strain that can lead to permanent eye damage. Natural light has been shown to lower the risk of near sight in children and young adults by helping the eye to produce dopamine which aids the healthy eye development.

Sunlight helps our bodies make Vitamin D, lack of this vitamin causes rickets, a bone deforming disease that affect children. This is on the increase. The effect of sunlight on our skin stimulates and

JOSEPHINE RYAN regulates the immune system.

Studies have shown that people who are outside more live longer.

Our inner biological rhythm that aligns us with night and day, help us sleep better, relax more, gives us more energy, help us recover from our work and keep us very healthy and relaxes our nervous system. If we are not outside, our bodies and minds are out of sync and our natural rhythms are mixed up.

People who do night work suffer most and struggle with energy, eating habits and sleep. It is not natural to work by night and sleep by day continually. Over long term it can cause ill health.

We need to be aware of

how to live a more healthy life. Try living with natural light, getting as much sunlight as is possible during the day and limit exposure to artificial light in the evening and night. This will result in much better sleep. Try to stay off computers, etc. We need to dim our lights as the night progresses to replicate the light fading and move more naturally into darkness of night time. This produces the sleep hormone melatonin, which brings about a feeling of mellow relaxation inducing sleep. A good night’s sleep helps our body totally recover and stay healthy.

Sunlight is good for everything. In the Winter months, we need to make the most of any brightness by going outside and soaking up the bright lights of the Winter sunshine.

You will feel and look a lot better. Go out and get it! It’s there for the taking!

Josephine Ryan is a registered Reflexologist with 28 years experience in Clonmel.

Now working in Dungarvan Healing and Osteopathic Clinic, Youghal Road, Dungarvan. For appointment ring (086) 3887888. Josephine also does Healing Massage and Indian Head Massage.

2019 is defeated at Waterford Council A CONTROVERSIAL Notice of Motion was defeated at the January Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, which called on RTÉ to boycott the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest, which is to be held in Tel Aviv, Israel this coming May. Previously, the Notice of Motion was discussed at the October 2018 Plenary meeting of the Council, but it was peppered with heated rows and acrimony, which resulted in the meeting ending in disarray and the motion being ruled out of order due to running out of time.

The motion, proposed by Cllr. Siobhán Whelan was resubmitted the following month, but due to time constraints, there was no chance to discuss it until the January meeting of the Council.

The motion was seconded by Cllr. John Hearne.

While Mayor Declan Doocey didn’t allow any discussion on the motion as the Council meeting was out of time, Cllr.

Whelan issued a statement afterwards explaining her motion.

Cllr. Whelan was seeking the Council’s support for the motion in an “act of solidarity” with the beleaguered people of Palestine.

“We, as a country, are proud of the fact that we were the first nation to shine a light on what was an apartheid regime in South Africa, thanks to the bravery of Dunnes Stores workers [in the mid 1980s],” Cllr.

Whelan pointed out.

“We, as a country, need to stop legitimising the behaviour of Israel towards Palestine,” she said, describing it as “genocide and robbery”.

She said Israel now occupies 77 percent of Palestine - compared to less than 50 percent when the regime was established in 1948.

Cllr. Whelan pointed out that Senator Frances Black’s Occupied Territories Bill (which aims to make it illegal to buy produce or goods from lands stolen from Palestine) has garnered cross party support in

the Seanad.

“The call on RTÉ to boycott the Eurovision is gaining traction with many well known people supporting it, such as former RTÉ presenter, Mike Murphy; Senator David Norris; and former Eurovision winner, Charlie McGettigan; Christy Moore; Carrie Crowley; artist, Robert Ballagh, to name but a few,” she said.

“Our silence facilitates the ongoing murders and displacement of the Palestinian people.

This motion is an important act of solidarity, but it will also bring to the public’s attention the plight of the Palestinians.

There is not a war going on how could there be when only one side - Israel - has an army, a navy and weapons, and control of water supplies. All Palestine has is its pride and courage,” Cllr. Whelan added.

However, the motion was defeated in a show of hands, with 17 Councillors against; seven in favour and one abstention.

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East Cork looking to replicate Waterford’s Greenway success

By Christy Parker INSPIRED by their Waterford neighbours’ success, Cork County Council has officially sanctioned plans to construct a 23 km greenway from Youghal to Midleton along the disused rail link between the two towns.

The scheme was unanimously approved by county Councillors following a period of public consultation. It comes despite reservations in some quarters that finally dismissing the rail link might prove regrettable in decades to come, should the N25 for example become a gridlocked, environmental liability.

It does seem however that the pro-railway lobby won recognition for their concerns as guarantees were issued that the greenway would be constructed in a manner that would make restoring the line more physically viable than had been previously considered.

Expectations are high for the project, with smaller rural communities along the route expected to benefit as well as Youghal and Midleton.

Waterford is regularly – and inevitably – cited as proof of the greenway pudding by the scheme’s enthusiasts, but the more cautious, or cynical, argue that the Déise enjoys far more scenic attributes than the east Cork corridor will offer.

Meanwhile, Cork County Council will now embark on a fundraising drive to acquire the estimated €15m to build the facility.

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Grange native is scientist leading team in infant research breakthrough A TEAM of researchers in Cork who made a breakthrough in identifying new blood biomarkers in the umbilical cord that may detect brain injury in newborn babies, is being led by a scientist who is a native of Grange, County Waterford.

UCC Professor Dr. Deirdre Murray is Principal Investigator at the Infant Centre, Cork University Maternity Hospital. She is the eldest daughter of Denis and Eileen Murray, of Knockaun, Grange, County Waterford.

BREAKTHROUGH Last week it was revealed that Prof. Murray’s and her team have identified warning signs in the umbilical cord when a baby’s brain is not developing properly due to lack of oxygen - which is called Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalophy.

It is very difficult to test newborn babies for neurological damage and permanent neurological damage or cerebral palsy can develop due to low oxygen levels.

The earlier it is detected, the better the child’s chance of survival without brain damage, as once it is discovered, the brain can be cooled to reduce injury.

The research which was carried out on 160 newborns, revealed similar results across two different studies carried out in Ireland and Sweden.

Prof. Murray told the media last week that the new

findings “are very promising” and that the next step is to apply the research so it can be used as quickly as possible.

Almost 200 babies a year suffer lack of oxygen to the brain during birth, resulting in death or disability.

Prof. Murray appeared on numerous media outlets across the country last week, speaking about the breakthrough in her research.

The findings are published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Neurology.

Prof. Murray is a Consultant Paediatrician and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University College, Cork.

She qualified from UCC in 1995 and completed subspecialist paediatric training in Paediatric Intensive Care Medicine in Bristol Royal Hospital for Sick Children, and as a Paediatric Intensive care Fellow in the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne from 2003-2004. She completed her PhD thesis on neuro-developmental outcome in hypoxic-ischaemic encephalopathy in 2008.

In 2012 she was awarded a prestigious Health Research Board Clinician Scientist Award for BiHiVE an ongoing project focusing on the discovery and validation of biomarkers in neonatal brain injury.

For the last five years, Dr Murray’s research has focused on early brain injury, and the development of new ways to predict and assess neurocognitive outcome in children.

UCC Professor Dr. Deirdre Murray

Public order Waterford is a offences drop over busy Division past eight years for Gardaí THERE has been a 41 percent reduction in public order offences in the Waterford Garda Division over the past eight years (2010-2017 inclusive) according to figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee.

In the year to date, compared with the previous year, public order offences were slightly up in all the Districts (Waterford, Dungarvan and Tramore) which represented an increase of three percent in the Waterford Garda Division.

ASSAULTS Superintendent Michael Leacy, who presented the figures to the JPC, said the more serious offence of assault causing harm is on a par with last year, while the more minor offence of assault has increased by nearly five percent in the year to date.

“The late night economy would contribute something to that,” Supt. Leacy said.

Increase in robberies from establishments in Waterford THERE was a marked increase in the number of robberies from establishments in the Waterford Garda Division in the year to date, compared with the same period the previous year.

According to figures presented at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, there was just over a 30 percent increase in robberies from establishment.

Superintendent Michael Leacy, who presented the figures, said the increase in the figures was primarily in the Waterford City area.

The number of robberies from a person is on a par with the previous year.

Meanwhile, the number of robberies from the person over an eight year period (2010-2017) has fallen by nearly 40 percent from a peak in 2011; and the number of robberies of the establishment over the same period has fallen by around 73 percent.

WATERFORD is a busy Division of An Garda Síochána, according to figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee.

The figures, presented by Superintendent Michael Leacy, showed that in 2018, Gardaí recorded nearly 22,500 incidents, while the Division responded to in excess of 17,000 calls for service from members of the public.

“That equates to approximately 1,600 calls per month in the Waterford Division,” Supt. Leacy said.

“Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays were the busiest days for calls for service.”

Cllr. Joe Kelly queried why there was a gap between recorded incidents and calls for service.

Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne said there could be duplicate calls for service or some calls which don’t require service.

“In general, we are probably dealing with 50 calls every 24 hours,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

The figures also showed that each week in 2018, there were up to 242 Garda patrols; up to 42 checkpoints; and up to 27 MIT (Mandatory Intoxicated Testing) Checkpoints across the Waterford Division.

There was also approximately seven arrests made a day in the Waterford Division; up to 27 searches carried out a week; and nearly ten vehicles seized each week.

SEARCHES Críostóir O Faoláin, Public Participation Network (PPN) representative on the JPC, queried if it was possible to get a breakdown of Garda stop and searches and a breakdown of the number of adults and young people who are stopped and searched.

“I wonder if the figures captured are in relation to the number of successful searches?” he asked.

Chief. Supt. Dunne said the figures is for all searches regardless if they were successful or not.

“A Garda must have a legitimate or legal reason for searching someone,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

“The figures in relation to whether they were successful searches - I don’t know if that is something which would be helpful, because if you just look at the successful ones, then you could be saying that if you don’t get something [in a search] that it wasn’t a success,” he said.

“A lot of the times, we are responding to very irate members of the public who might say ‘there is a large group of people at the corner of our street and we are pretty certain they are drug dealing’ - or something like that,” Chief Supt. Dunne explained.

“Garda members have to make on-the-spot decisions and I wouldn’t like to say that the only searches we count are the ones which result in the seizure of a weapon or seizure of drugs.”

VEHICLES SEIZED Cllr. Kelly wanted to know about the vehicles seized.

Supt. Leacy explained that Gardaí can seize vehicles under Section 41 of the Road Traffic Act for various offences, such as no insurance or no tax.

He said if the fine is paid by the vehicle owner, the vehicle is returned to them, but if not, the vehicle is retained for a certain amount of time before it is disposed of and the vehicle owner will incur charges for that.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Supt. Leacy said the Gardaí were also busy with community engagement activities throughout the year across all the districts in the Waterford Division, including engagement with businesses over antisocial behaviour; meetings with Residents’ Associations; social inclusion and community activation programme for West Waterford; information stands in Lismore and Dungarvan; Station visits at Dungarvan and Waterford; community talks; internet safety; and multiple schools visits.

“That is just some of the engagement we’ve had with communities. It is very welcome and we see it as very positive for ourselves in the Waterford Garda Division,” Supt. Leacy added.

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Increase in thefts recorded across Waterford Division THEFTS from shops have increased across the entire Waterford Garda Division in the year to date, compared with the same period the previous year.

The figures presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee shows that there was a two percent increase in thefts from shops in the Waterford Division, and in a breakdown of those figures, the offence increased in Waterford City by three percent; while in Dungarvan, there was a slight increase (one percent); and Tramore experienced a two percent increase in the crime.

THEFT FROM MPV The number of thefts from Mechanically Propelled Vehicles (MPVs) increased across the Waterford Division in the year to date, except in Dungarvan, where the figure remained on a par with the previous year.

The figures showed that thefts from MPVs increased by 29 percent in the Waterford Division. In Waterford City, that increase was 30 percent; while in Tramore it was 43 percent.

Cllr. Cha O’Neill wanted to know if there were any particular ‘hot-spots’ where thefts from MPVs occur - revealing to the meeting that his mobile phone was stolen from his car recently in an area of the city.

“I was talking to people afterwards, who said there were numerous robberies going on in the area,” Cllr. O’Neill said.

Superintendent Chris Delaney said the majority of thefts from MPVs occurred in the Waterford City area in the early part of 2018.

“It took a lot of effort to pinpoint and target the gang involved in thefts from MPVs,”

Supt. Delaney said.

“One of the things we learned was that people were leaving their cars unlocked and valuable items of property on front seats of cars,” Supt. Delaney pointed out.

He said there were issues also at beaches and car parks during the Summer months, while there were a number of transient criminals not from Waterford who were moving through the city and county - “they were also detected”, Supt. Delaney said.

“While the number of thefts from MPVs are up, we have detected a significant number of them and the people involved,” Supt.

Delaney said.

He said the key thing is for people not to leave items of value in the interiors of cars and for people to be observant and look out for their neighbour’s car and report anything suspicious immediately to the Gardaí.

THEFT OF OTHER PROPERTY Theft of other property has increased in the Waterford Division in the year to date.

The figures revealed that there was a 12 percent increase across the Waterford Division, and in a breakdown, showed that there was an increase of 17 percent in Waterford City and seven percent in Tramore, but the offence was on par with the previous year in Dungarvan.

Supt. Leacy explained that theft of other property means thefts that are categorised, such as petrol station drive-offs, theft of home heating oil, tools from back gardens / sheds / farms; theft of gates from fields, etc.

Over an eight year period (2010-2017) theft of other property has fallen by 37 percent from a peak in 2012.

Donal Murphy, Public Participation Network (PPN) member on the JPC asked for an update in relation to vehicles, particularly jeeps which were being stolen from farms last year.

Supt. Leacy said there has been no further reports of jeeps being stolen and that the investigation is still ongoing in relation to the matter.

TELEPHONE / EMAIL FRAUD Members of the public are also urged to be mindful of more vulnerable members of society in relation to fraudulent telephone calls, where people are conned into giving their personal / bank details over the phone.

Cllr. Jason Murphy raised the matter at the JPC meeting.

He said more effort should be made in protecting those vulnerable members of society who might be dupped into revealing their details over the phone or by email.

Chief Superintendent Padraig Dunne said it was a valid point and pointed out that criminals are global, and many of these fraudulent calls are being made from places like Mauritius and all sorts of islands in places like the Caribbean.

“That is where these calls seem to be coming from - but they may not be coming from there, because the calls may be re-routed from elsewhere,” Chief Supt. Dunne said.

He said these criminals “could spend their day making these calls in the hope that they will get one innocent person to give them their bank details”.

Chief Supt. Dunne said it was important to keep it in the public eye through the media and maintain awareness of it.

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EDITORIAL

as we march boldly into our second century, looking back, not just on one century of achievement, but of two proud millennia.

Michael will be missed NOT many people from the town or county who pass from this world are acknowledged in this column, but when someone’s passing generates the level of reaction and sympathy across the community, which has been occasioned by the untimely death of Michael Wright, probably better known to the younger generation as ‘The Mad Hatter’, then it behoves us to record the passing of that special person.

From the moment of the announcement of Michael’s death last Sunday evening, word of the loss of ‘a good community man’ spread across social media and by word of mouth, as is the case with exceptional news.

From his entry into public life as a founder of Dungarvan Youth Club and later as a DJ in clubs, hotels and discos around the district, his popularity grew.

His was the personal touch, knowing names, occupations and families over a wide area. He made his entertainment a personal offering to his audiences.

He thrilled enormous crowds at Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day, at festivals, homecomings and presentations, his enthusiasm was infectious and his rapport with his audience complete.

His contribution to the community was immense and he will be remembered by all who witnessed his unique and tireless performances. He will be missed by many, especially his grieving family, work colleagues and the public.

We extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends on their great loss.

Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh a h-anam dílis.

Independence Day AS our first Independence Day on Monday last – if that it was – generated little excitement across the country.

While some communities like those of Solohead in Tipperary, the location for the beginning of the War of

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 Independence, chose to have their celebrations on Sunday last, the only national commemoration was live TV coverage of the re-enactment of the events of the First Dail in The Mansion House on Monday, the exact date of the that first gathering hundred years to the day.

This was where Irish Independence was proclaimed to the world by the first elected Irish government in over a hundred years.

Carpe Diem- Seize the Day – may well have been the motto of those first parliamentarians who were elected by the people to sit in Westminster, in London but saw an opportunity in the immense result the people gave them to set up our own parliament. Recognising the overwhelming success of Sinn Fein above the traditional Irish Party, the decision was made to have our own administration in Ireland, rather than continue to serve in London, and they began to implement the Republic which had been declared in 1916.

Though it had a passage of fire and brimstone in its early years, the military struggle, allied to its political success saw the new Republic blossom and grow.

A Civil War, a trade war with Britain and a neutral stance in the Second World War, all presented challenges to the fledgling state. Our status as a Free State also presented problems until the Republic was formally declared again in 1949.

Over the decades, there have been many major mistakes of our own making and daunting challenges still lie ahead. But we have made major strides and have many international achievements of which to be proud,

Northern Ireland Impasse IT is long past time when the problems and log-jams which have kept the Northern Ireland Assembly inactive for the past two years should have been resolved. While there has been little or no violence in that disturbed part of the country in recent years, the absence of Government has created a political vacuum, never a welcome development.

We have seen in recent times in this country how the political and social vacuum has been filled by undesirable people in masks committing undesirable acts.

The detonation of a car-bomb in Derry last week and the hi-jack of further vehicles this week, seems to suggest the possible further use of car-bombs.

This would be a greatly disappointing development.

Three significant security alerts in Derry that came in the wake of a car bombing have brought back unwelcome reminders of Derry’s violent past and is a development which the local people and wider population in Northern Ireland dislike and resent. They would not welcome a return to violence at any level.

Tensions are running high in the city and people are being forced back into worrying conditions and fears for their safety, which belong only in the distant past.

The apparent inaction and disinterest on the part of the British Government towards these developments is worrying and there seems to be little urgency on the part of the Irish Government to bring pressure, even international pressure, to bear on Theresa May who will devote her energies to Brexit rather than ‘the Irish question’.

Getting the Assembly up and running, especially after two barren years, should not be an insurmountable problem. It is a facet of Northern life which should be given priority.

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DUNGARVAN CREDIT UNION CAR/CASH DRAW WINNERS

January Car/Cash Draw Winners – Congratulations to Muriel Tobin (first photo) who was the January winner of the Car/Cash Draw and opted to take the €10,000 cash … happy spending Muriel. The 3 x €1,000 winners were Christine Wade (in the photograph with her kids Eanna and Murieann), Patrick Lenihan (third photo) and Teresa Norris (right). Big congratulations to Mary Sheehan (below left) who was the December winner of the Car/Cash Draw and Mary opted for the car from Hornibrooks. Safe driving Mary. The 3 x €1,000 winners were Seamus Phelan (below), Thomas Hogan and Olive Troy (below right). And remember, you can join the Car/Cash Draw anytime!

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A BIG thank you to the Kilmacthomas community and Dungarvan areas that supported Anna Scurry in the Evening Echo Cork Women’s Mini Marathon.

The amount raised for comfort needs and activities for the residents in Dungarvan Community Hospital was €2,277.90. Thank you to all who gave donations, bought tickets for the raffle and supported the coffee morning in the Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas. Thank you to all who sent good luck messages by post and text. A special expression of thanks also must be attributed to the Rainbow hall committee for the use of the hall, to Liam Power, Garvey’s SuperValu for the collection day and to

all who donated prizes for the raffle. Thank you to staff at “Dungarvan Observer,” “Dungarvan Leader,” “Munster Express,” “Waterford News & Star”, John O’Shea (WLR FM) and Orla Dawson and Dungarvan Credit Union.

Winners of the raffle were :– Hamper: Sr. Consilio (Dungarvan); Pre N.C.T Voucher: Ann McNamara (Abbeyside); Petrol Voucher: Ger Barron (Tracey’s Hill); Voucher for Coachouse: Mary O’Brien (Dungarvan); Voucher for Kiersey’s Tea Rooms: Tom Fitzgerald (Abbeyside); Hamper: Mary Moloney (Ardmore); Pressure Cooker: Mary B. Bowdren (Kilmacthomas).

Motorists appear to be getting message to never, ever drink and drive THE message to never, ever drink and drive appears to be getting across to motorists after figures showed that there was nearly a ten percent drop in the number of DUIs (Driving Under the Influence of an intoxicant) across the Waterford Division in the year to date, compared with the previous year. The figures were presented to the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee.

The reduction in the figures for 2018 was

welcomed by Superintendent Michael Leacy.

“Hopefully, people are getting the message not to drink and drive. It is foolhardy, reckless and causes a danger to themselves and everyone else,” Supt. Leacy said.

“If a person is drinking [alcohol] they shouldn’t be driving. We don’t want people losing their livelihoods or being involved in collisions through drinking and driving. We want to see a reduction in the DUI figure

through enforcement, visibility and through education of the public,” he added.

Cllr. Joe Kelly said it was “a fairly substantial reduction”, which he said was “great”.

TRAFFIC COLLISIONS Meanwhile, the figures also revealed that there was nearly an eight percent increase in serious collisions in the Waterford Division in the year to date; while the number of fatal collisions was reduced by 50 percent.

Councillors seek the light in reporting faults

By Christy Parker PUBLIC light malfunctions came in for some discussion at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting, with discourse largely focused on how to report faults.

Cathaoirleach John Pratt complained that broken lights he had reported through the Council’s online Killaree system (www.klightings.com) seemed not to have been repaired within the advocated 10-day timeframe.

He knew this because the lights on the site map are represented by red and green according to their status. Others had had similar experiences and he wanted to know why it took so long.

Cllr. Cronin contributed that

Airtricity has replaced a bulb outside the Clashmore GAA field and it soon blew again.

Cllr. Pratt felt there were many constituents who would rather report faults by phone than online, which in itself had “become an issue.” He claimed there were “numerous” lights out in some areas that may not have been reported because people felt they couldn’t do so by phone.

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan by contrast, embraced the Killaree system wholeheartedly, explaining that it wasn’t even necessary to know the pole number to make a report. He suggested members of the public could phone a councillor and let the elected representative log the problem.

LINGERING Cllr. Pratt countered that when reporting numerous lights it was difficult to check if they had been repaired. “You could be lingering on for weeks”, he observed. Cllr. Geoghegan insisted that this would easily be diverting the problem to a Councillor who would communicate back to the constituent.

He added that sometimes the website actually explains why a light is out and also “the guy that operates it for Killaree will call you directly.”

Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes cited the web-based system as “the most effective way of reporting faults.” He said the site indicated whether the fault had been reported already and that a

reference number was supplied by email for checking whether it had been fixed.

The Engineer elaborated that there were 16,000 public lights in the county and if a bulb blows, “which it does about once every 4 years” it was simple to fix within the 10 days. However, where an underground cable, for example, was culpable the repair could take longer and that might explain Cllr. Pratt’s disillusionment.

Finally, Director of Services for Corporate, Culture and Human Resources, Ferghal Reidy, said people without internet access could avail of voice service by ringing the council’s customer service desk who would report the fault on their behalf.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Shortlist announced for Waterford Business Awards THIRTY-SIX of Waterford’s top businesses have been shortlisted for the fifth annual Waterford Business Awards.

This is the first year organisers Waterford Chamber and WLR have collaborated with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, a move which is most welcome by Overall Sponsors Waterford City & County Council.

The gala awards ceremony will take place on Friday, March 8th in the Tower Hotel, where the select ed businesses will be cele-

brated for their extraordinary contribution to the economic life of Waterford.

Speaking about the awards, Waterford Chamber President Kathryn Kiely said, “As we focus more and more on collaboration within the region, it is fitting we have joined forces with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber for these awards and the shortlist is certainly a reflection that the business community across the county is stronger than ever. We look forward to celebrating the outstanding achieve-

ments of all the businesses shortlisted in the Tower Hotel. To us they are all winners and their contribution to the economic life of Waterford is invaluable.”

Commenting on the decision making process Frank O’Regan, Chairperson of the Judging Panel, said, “It has been an exciting year for us in terms of the judging process, particularly with the introduction of new categories, which reflect the direction business is taking at the moment.

The innovation, creativity and determination is so impressive

Who will take the coveted title of Waterford Business of the Year at the Waterford Business Awards on Friday, March 8th in the Tower Hotel? Pictured is last year’s winner Maeve Ryan of The Book Centre.

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Turnkey developments not always ideal

By Christy Paker WATERFORD Councillor Tom Cronin has cautioned that the turnkey house building system – where houses are designed built by contractor and purchased by the local authority – may suit large urban areas like Dungarvan and Ballinroad but may not be appropriate for small villages like Clashmore, Aglish and Ardmore.

The Councillor told January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting that some large developers would not be interested in building a handful of houses in small rural areas, while he didn’t think smaller contractors had “enough money at this stage to build them.” Cllr. Cronin felt the Council should rely on the old system in certain areas when the need for a few houses arises “and then the following year maybe build three or four more.”

Waterford Council Technician for Housing Derek Lyons agreed the sentiments were “a fair reflection of the situation at the moment”, with the smaller rural areas better served by traditional capital projects. He believed that would “continue to be the practice unless a particular developer comes along with ambitions to build a three of four house scheme that might suit our needs.”

and having reviewed each application, I can confidently say that Waterford, through its business community, is a city with a vision and a future that can only be admired.”

The shortlisted businesses were nominated by the public and also through self-nomination for the thirteen categories. An independent judging panel, chaired by Frank O’Regan and including David Breen, David M. Breen & Co; Irial Mac Murchu, Nemeton; Lena Murphy, WLR; John Noonan, Flahavans; Louise Grubb, Q1 Scientific; Tina Darrer, Dooley’s Hotel, TV Honan, Spraoi; Noel Kelly, NYPRO and Richie Walsh, Waterford Local Enterprise Office, decided upon the finalist shortlist after a rigorous judging analysis of each application.

WLR will broadcast features on all the shortlisted companies on Deise Today Monday to Friday, Feb 18th to March 7th.

The Hot Desk on Sundays with Julie Smith will also highlight the nominated companies. You can listen back to the programmes on podcast on WLRfm.com Three businesses have been shortlisted for each of the thirteen categories and the winners of those categories will then go head to head in the hope of claiming the Overall Waterford Business of the Year, sponsored by Waterford City & County Council. A special Ambassador of the Year Award, sponsored by Dawn Meats, will also be presented to an individual chosen by the judging panel and will only be revealed on the night.

For further information on the Waterford Business Awards or for tickets see www.waterfordchamber.com or contact Lynda Lawton on 051 311130.

The Waterford Business Awards shortlist includes the following businesses:COMMUNITY & SOCIAL ENTERPRISE (Sponsored by City Enterprise Centre) • Renew Enterprises • Solas Cancer Support Centre • The Shona Project ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by Faithlegg Hotel) • Encon • The Beach House • Thimba Media SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING (Sponsored by Waterford Institute of Technology) • Readlane Boutique • Murphy Larkin Timber Products • 360 Cookhouse SME OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by AIB Bank) • Artesyn Biosolutions Ireland Ltd. • Errigal Operations Software • RelateCare CUSTOMER SERVICE (Sponsored by KBC Bank) • HavenWood Retirement Village • Faithleg House Hotel • Wigworld FOOD & BEVERAGE (Sponsored by PwC) • Chia Bia • Molloys Butchers Ardkeen • Eunice Power Cooking for You TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (Sponsored by EirGen Pharma) • Sanofi • Sedicii • Enerpower RETAIL EXCELLENCE (Sponsored by TOTEM) • McCarthy Fuels & Builders Providers • Nolke Opticians • Ardkeen Quality Food Store NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by Waterford Local Enterprise Office) • Coach House Coffee • Aphex • Everett’s Restaurant TOURISM ACTIVITY/ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR (Sponsored by Morgan McKinley) • Blackwater Valley Opera Festival • Lismore Castle • Spraoi EXCELLENCE IN CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (Sponsored by Cpl Resources) • Sanofi • West Pharma • GSK Dungarvan TRAINING & PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT (Sponsored by Waterford Chamber Skillnet) • Dawn Meats • Home Instead Senior Care • New Links Training Solutions

Choice Based Letting predicted to be “the only show in town”

By Christy Paker WATERFORD Council’s choice based letting service (CBL) for local authority housing is running “successfully” and will be “the only show in town” by the end of 2020, predicts the Council’s Technician for Housing Derek Lyons.

The technician was responding to an inquiry from Cllr. Siobhan Whelan at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal district meeting.

CBL is an allocation scheme that allows approved applicants to express an interest (i.e. bid) online in suitable council property or properties, anywhere in the city or county.

The properties are advertised on the council’s website. By contrast the standard housing limits the applicant to three areas of preference per year.

Mr. Lyons elaborated that despite “some

teething problems” the scheme was “successful in terms of the number of people bidding” though not everyone gets the property they desire. He said the Council will shortly undertake a major promotional drive for a system that he foresaw shortly as “the primary source of allocations, except for some special needs or disability needs properties.”

Cllr. Geoghegan believed the main problem with CBL was people don't know if and when a house has been allocated as the information is not displayed on the system.

Mr. Lyons said that “amongst the tweaks” being processed one difficulty was that it can take up to six weeks after a CBL competition concludes to arrive at a decision due to background checks and so on.

Cllr. James Tobin wondered if sometimes people bid without having any genuine interest in living in the area. He welcomed city people wherever they settled, but wondered

if this practice was particularly prevalent in urban areas and if it was “slowing up the system.”

The Technician said it did occur and is sometimes due to people misinterpreting an address. He cited the case of Barrack Street apartments in Cappoquin whereby, despite a name and map of the area, several people in Waterford city mistook it for Barrack Street in the city.

Mr. Lyons explained that the council could neither presume someone was not making a genuine bid nor preclude them from bidding.

However, if a successful bidder someone refuses to take the property it would be considered an unreasonable refusal and see them excluded from the system for 12 months. He added that anecdotal evidence suggested more people from the city were active on CBL system than from rural or smaller urban areas.

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Councillors discuss Irish Classes anomalies to register Earrach 2019 Spring of electors Oíche Clárúcháin

By Christy Parker

THE timely topic of electoral registration was amply discussed at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting.

Cllr. Declan Doocey understood that a Government policy was being introduced to register citizens automatically on turning 18. He wondered if the council had received any information on this.

Cllr. Doocey added that it was “also very annoying” for people to be taken off the register when they should be left on it. “There were people turned up to vote at the last elections and couldn't vote”, he alleged.

Meetings Co-ordinator Honor Dunphy said no new registration directive had been received, though she believed one was being considered and

she would support it.

Meanwhile, the Council, she added, would only remove someone if informed to do so in writing by a family member. “People have been removed without their consent”, insisted Cllr. Doocey, to which Ms. Dunphy replied that she would welcome details of any such occurrence.

FAMILY CONTACT Director of Services for Corporate, Culture and Human Resources Ferghal Reidy said the council had to “very, very cautious” about removing anyone from the register. “We do go through death notices and check things”, he explained, “but we do have to be notified by the family – even if it adds to what people have to deal with at a sorrowful time.”

Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked whether it was “still ok to use the

regular form to register people” or should they use the supplementary one, which Gardaí have to sign off on?

The Director replied that the Council was presently working on the live register, which would be published on the 14th of February, inclusive of all the changes received to date.

Anything thereafter “will be on the supplementary register.”

Cllr. Doocey appealed to the executive to advise people through the media and papers to register by 14th. Ms. Dunphy said that was planned.

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said there were “numerous opportunities” for people on the register but he found it frustrating that a week before any election people asked for the register to be checked for their names – “when it's closed!”

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Pesticide found in Villierstown drinking water last December FARMERS and other users of pesticides are being urged to be mindful when spraying after the chemical ‘Glyphosate’ was detected in the drinking water supply in Villierstown last December.

Glyphosate is used mainly for the control of broad-based leaves and is found in a number of weed killer formulations used by gardeners and growers.

Exceedances for the pesticide Glyphosate were noted in the Villierstown supply in December. While there is no threat to public health, it is imperative that users of pesticides are mindful of best practice when spraying their lands.

Irish Water working in partnership with the National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group is appealing to farmers and other users of pesticides to follow the guidelines when applying these substances to their lands particularly near lakes and rivers used as drinking water sources.

A single drop of pesticide can breach the drinking water limit in a small stream for up to 30 kilometres.This clearly highlights the potential risk facing many of Ireland’s drinking water sources.

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New lights to be welcomed at St. Declans N.S. Ardmore SINN Féín Councillor Siobhán Whelan is happy to confirm that the warning lights on the approach to Ardmore National school are to be replaced with new lights and traffic calming is to be introduced. Local residents had reported to her that these lights have not been working for quite some time.

Following a visit to the area, Cllr. Whelan said that the lights are very important for safety reasons, and it is vital that they are maintained and working at all times, she urges people if they notice that the warning lights are not working again anytime in the future, to report it to her or to the Council.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Reviving Rural Ireland Conference to take place in Dungarvan Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane has announced details of a major conference entitled ‘Reviving Rural Ireland’, which will take place this Saturday, 26th January between 10.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan.The conference is an initiative of West Waterford Sinn Féin representatives Louise Brierley, Conor D. McGuinness and Cllr. Siobhán Whelan.

David Cullinane said: “This conference will hear a wide range of opinion concerning the difficulties facing rural Ireland and practical solutions for making our communities stronger

and more sustainable.

“Our villages, towns and country areas have suffered as a result of the recession and austerity. Emigration and the lure of Cork and Dublin has seen populations decline in some rural areas. The growth of large multiples and divestment by Government has seen local shops, post offices and Garda stations close. The failure to ensure broadband connectivity is hurting investment and opportunities for economic diversification.

Dairy farmers are experiencing labour shortages, and the drystock sector is facing more chal-

lenges than ever before.

“Rural Ireland has never been further down the list of political priorities. This conference will discuss innovative solutions and practical steps to revitalise the rural economy and protect the rural way of life.

“Confirmed speakers include ICSA President Patrick Kent, Sinn Féin spokesperson on Agriculture Martin Kenny TD and Senan Cooke of Dunhill Eco-park, with representation from Macra and rural development and farming organisations.”

All are welcome to attend the conference.

West Waterford Sinn Féin representatives Louise Brierley, Conor D. McGuinness and Cllr. Siobhán Whelan.

Another rebuttal of right hand lane on Cork Road

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council’s Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes has reiterated the Transport Infrastructure Ireland’s (TII) stance that there will be no right turn installed on the N25 near the Déise vets, on the Cork road from Dungarvan.

The request had previously been discussed – and dismissed – at previous meetings, where fears of rear-ending on the roadway were expressed. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan raised it again at January’s DungarvanLismore gathering.

The Councillor pleaded that Carriglea Cáirde Day Care and Respite Services, as well as the veterinary practice, had entrances in relatively close proximity. She wondered if a right hand turn could be incorporated in “one big box” to facilitate both places given that the combined volume of traffic might meet TII’s required level to justify the turn. “Carriglea has to ensure their workers’ and service users’ health and safety” she urged “but another arm of the State is denying them this right. And it is also tricky for the public using Déise vets.”

Mr. Hynes said Cáirde Care had “a right hand turn before their junction that they can use.” He continued that standards in relation to right hand lanes had been reviewed and revised and where traffic

volumes were not high enough, the turns were being removed when new road surfaces were being laid.

Cllr. Whelan said she didn’t understand TII’s approach and asked was it not a safety issue? The engineer said safety was precisely why they were removing the turns and that TII’s revised policies were “based on analysis of accidents.” He explained that a right turn lane in the middle of the road meant the width of the road was increased.

“So if you are coming out of a minor Junction you have a longer distance to travel and a higher risk that you will misjudge your travel time. That way you get more serious accidents.”

McGuinness welcomes Foras na Cllr. Nugent gives reassurance Gaeilge funding for Food Festival over roads issues

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council will not be digging up any newly-laid surface on the Ballylemon Road at Cappagh near Dungarvan, Senior Roads Engineer Gabriel Hynes told January’s DungarvanLismore Municipality meeting.

Cllr. Pat Nugent had queried the council’s intentions on foot of €2.8m capital funding to be spent on improvements between the Welcome Inn pub and Ballylemon, including Ballylemon Cross where safety concerns had been raised over a hump on the road. “I hope they are not going to do a full-time tarmacadam and then take it all up again in six months’ time to remove the height”, he cautioned.

Mr. Hynes said the outcome of a feasibility report for Ballylemon would determine the length of surfacing on the route but he need fear not as the Council Engineers were working

“hand in hand” with each other on both projects.

BURGERY, LAY-BY AND BALLYCURRANE Cllr. Nugent referenced a further €1.9m allocated for road works at the Burgery near Dungarvan, noting that there was a “serious dip on the road past Gordon’s petrol station.” He considered it would be “a difficult job” to get it drained properly but it needed doing on behalf of several houses in the area.

In a further matter of concern, the councillor complained that overgrown foliage at the lay-by coming down the sweep was obstructing the view of the Dungarvan town and the bay.

Finally, Cllr Nugent asked that a small road leading to a school at Ballycurrane outside Clashmore, be considered for improvement.

Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath said an upcoming roads workshop would deal with the issues he had raised, including the lay-by.

CONOR D. McGuinness has welcomed funding from Foras na Gaeilge for West Waterford Festival of Food. The festival was awarded the maximum amount available under the Scéim na bhFéilte scheme, which provides funding for Irish language programming in festivals. West Waterford Festival of Food was the only applicant from Co. Waterford.

McGuinness, who is a board member of Foras na Gaeilge, said: “West Waterford Festival of Food has made a strong and consistent effort with regard to Irish language programming and promotion and this has been widely recognised.The Irish language is an important part of the heritage of West Waterford. Dungarvan has recently

been named as a Gaeltacht Service Town and An Rinn and An Sean Phobal is the only Gaeltacht region in the country to have recorded growth in the last census.

“I wish to commend the organisers of the Food Festival and wish them well in the lead up to April.”

CUIREANN McGUINNESS FÁILTE ROIMH MHAOINIÚ FHORAS NA GAEILGE LE HAGHAIDH FÉILE BIA IARTHAR PHORT LÁIRGE Chuir Conor D. McGuinness fáilte roimh mhaoiniú ó Fhoras na Gaeilge i gcomhair Féile Bia Thiar Phort Láirge. Bronnadh an tuasmhéid atá ar fáil faoi Scéim na bhFéilte, scéim a sholáthraíonn maoiniú d’ábhair agus imeachtaí Gaeilge i bhféilte. Ba é Féile Bia

Thiar Phort Láirge an t-aon iarratasóir ó Chontae Phort Láirge.

Dúirt McGuinness, atá ina chomhalta boird de chuid Fhoras na Gaeilge: “Tá iarracht láidir agus comhsheasmhach déanta ag Féile Bia Bia Thiar Phort Láirge maidir le úsáid agus cur chun cinn na Gaeilge agus aithníodh go forleathan é seo. Tá an Ghaeilge mar chuid thábhachtach d'oidhreacht Iarthar Phort Láirge. Ainmníodh Dún Garbhán mar Bhaile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta le déanaí agus is é An Rinn agus An Sean Phobal an t-aon réigiún Gaeltachta sa tír lena bhfuil fás tagtha de réir an daonáirimh is deanaí.

"Molaim eagraithe na féile agus guím gach rath ar a gcuid oibre i mbliana.”

Councillor calls for another mattress amnesty

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council may re-apply for funding to provide another reduced rate ‘mattress amnesty’ but recycling such material is a costly exercise, Environment Officer Ray Moloney told January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting.

The officer was responding to a request from Cllr. Damien Geoghegan for the repeat initiative. He cited an incident last August in which some people had brought a small trailer of waste to the Dungarvan civic

amenity centre expecting to be charged €40 for disposal. However, they ended up being asked for a separate €30 for a mattress. Not taking it lying down, so to speak, had they brought the mattress home instead. Cllr.

Geoghegan wished some “common sense” had been applied.

Mr. Moloney said last July’s mattress recycling scheme was funded under a Department of Environment anti-illegal dumping scheme. Approximately 84 mattresses were brought to the site.

While suggesting the Council could seek repeat funding, Mr. Moloney reminded that

mattresses went into “a particular recycling stream” for which the Council had to pay and was “not even recovering our true costs.” He accepted that the people in question had made an effort to dispose of the item responsibly and said “maybe it’s something we can look at.”

Cllr. James Tobin observed that there were a lot of mattresses “outside the customs posts beyond the Master McGrath monument”, so perhaps they could be removed too if grant aid was forthcoming. “And we could collect mattresses in Lismore civic amenity site as well”, he added.

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Locals unhappy with traffic calming measures in Tallow

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is to review traffic calming measures recently implemented on West Street, Tallow, and on the Conna road following some disquiet amongst locals.

Cllr. James Tobin told January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting that “people don't seem to be happy.”

He asked if speed recording lights could be erected in the area as the narrowing of the road seemed not to worked to satisfaction.

Cllr. John Pratt alluded to some “close calls” in the area and suggested painting around the rim of the newly installed island “might help” matters.

Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath reflected that the West Street traffic calming

meant coming in from the Conna side gave a straight section, “so we put in build outs of islands and so on, with kerbing to give a narrowing effect to the road.”

The Engineer said the 50kph had been moved out on the Conna side and she hoped drivers would respect it. There was also a flashing speed sign on the entrance road, telling people their speed, she recalled.

Ms. McGrath said the Council would look at providing further lining and signage if the kerbing was causing a problem to people coming in, as had been also indicated. “But there was a blue arrow sign telling people to keep out”, she noted. She said other locations like Ballyduff and Ring had had no problems with similar build outs and was at a loss as to why Tallow was different.

COIS BRÍD DELAY Meanwhile, Cllr. Pratt asked what was preventing Cois Bríd estate in Tallow being taken in charge by the Council. He understood that the vast majority of the works in relation to sewerage, etc., had been done.

Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes said there was a review and a snag list carried out by individual sections of the council.

The roads section had identified several issues to be resolved and referred them back to planning.

It now needed resolving as to who would conduct and fund those repairs. “What needs to be done”, asked Cllr. Pratt. “Parts of the road are defective. Some of the gullies and manholes have sunk. There is cracking on some of the footpaths and a boundary wall needs to be repaired”, returned the Engineer.

Ardmore footpath a step by step project

By Christy Parker WORK to extend a footpath from Ardmore village to the GAA field will have to be done in phases due to the funding process, according to Waterford Council Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath told January’s DungarvanLismore Municipality meeting.

The Engineer was responding to an inquiry from Cllr. Tom Cronin on when the Clár funded project might begin.

Ms. McGrath said the footpath had commenced the footpath that week, with “in-fills as you leave Ardmore.” The route’s next phase was now being prepared and there would be “some lands required” to complete the programme, she added.

SCHOOL LIGHTS In other matters, Ms. McGrath assured Cllr. Siobhán that light at Ardmore school would be in place in the coming weeks.

COLLIGAN CONCERN Elsewhere, Cllr. Cronin asked

when a Council crew might attend to the area from Colligan Church, to the bridge. He described how parts of the side of the road were collapsing and said water was flowing onto the road leading to the turn off for the GAA field due to blocked inlets.

The engineer said crews had conducted pothole repairs and site cleaning before Christmas and the subsequent rain may necessitate further work of that kind.

Council expects meeting to bring clarity on rural broadband situation

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council hopes a meeting with Government officials in Galway at the end of this month will clarify where the tendering process for broadband provision stands and how communities can come together and make a case for funding.

The perception was aired by the Council’s Meetings Administrator Ferghal Reidy at January’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting, where he added that he and the council’s broadband officer would travel to Galway.

Earlier, Cllr. Tom Cronin had sought clarification of a rumour that that community groups

could get funding to upgrading their broadband. He surmised it might be available for particular areas of towns and wondered was it possible for people in rural areas to avail of it. Otherwise, he asked what was the current position regarding rural broadband?

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan observed that broadband had been rolled out so far and then no further, leaving it “extremely frustrating” for householders at the end of a line of houses or further along a roadway being just outside the conclusion line.

He suspected this might be a deliberate tactic to allow “a certain number of people to be without broadband” so that others come in afterwards and

create competition in the market.

Mr. Reidy suggested the grant being rumoured may actually refer to a EU-provided grant for pubic Wi-Fi that the Council would soon be installing some quarters, such as Dungarvan.

He said at present the Council’s roles was simply supporting the telecom industry with road openings and suchlike.

The administrator suggested that the broadband officer reports back to the Municipal District meeting with an update on what the national policies are and what we can do, after the Galway meeting. Cathaoirleach John Pratt said it could be put on the next meeting’s agenda as a specific topic.

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BEFORE I SAVE FOR MY FIRST MORTGAGE: THE 5 STEP PREP GUIDE If you’re planning to run a 10k, it’s always a good idea to do a bit of training before you attempt the main event. You don’t have to adopt the training regime of an Olympic athlete but doing some work ahead of the race should prevent you from collapsing as you reach the halfway point.

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balance until the second half of the month. Or you regularly blow your pay cheque in the first three weeks and then survive on beans on toast for the rest of the month.

It’s all about adopting the habits that will stand to you when you eventually take the next step. We’ve come up with a few tips to help you do the groundwork for a successful application.

Take a look back over your bank statements and try to establish where you can make savings. You may be surprised to see how much you’re spending on takeaways or nights out. Seeing the details in black and white may even make you rethink some of your bad spending habits.

1. Make sure everything goes through your bank account One of the things that you need to demonstrate is that you can make the necessary monthly mortgage payments.

So if your monthly rent is €700 and your mortgage would be €1200, you’ll need to be saving €500 to show that you could make the payments.

You need to be able to demonstrate your rental outgoings and savings. The simplest way of doing this is to have your rent and savings come out of your account so you have a paper trail. If you still pay your rent in cash, ask the landlord to set up a direct debit so that your mortgage agent will be able to clearly identify rent payments on a monthly basis.

If a tree falls in the forest and there’s no one there to hear it, does it make a noise? You can ask a similar question about any money that you put aside.

It doesn’t matter if you’ve been stuffing hundreds of euros into a shoebox in your wardrobe every month. Unless your lender can see a proven record of regular savings, they’re not going to be able to take them into account when assessing your case.

2. Get a saving account There’s the small matter of the deposit to deal with when you’re applying for a mortgage so you’re going to need to put some money aside. Unless you plan to win the lottery at a very convenient time, which seems like a bit of a long shot.

Aside from having a lump sum to get the ball rolling, your lender will also want to see a history of saving. So even if you’re thinking about a mortgage but don’t intend on applying for a few more months, starting to save early is worth it.

The first step is to set up a savings account and a direct debit to automatically transfer funds. It’s simple to do and it makes it easy for a lender to see what you’re doing.

When saving, put aside a regular amount on a monthly basis to create a solid saving history. Try not to dip into your savings account for holidays as the money that’s withdrawn will not be included when your overall savings are totted up.

3. Work out what you’re spending One of the major steps towards getting yourself mortgage-ready is working out what you’re actually spending your money on. If you keep adding to your collection of designer shoes or buying rare vinyl records, this one may not be such a mystery.

For most people, it’s easy to overlook casual spending that could add up over the month. Maybe you never check your

4. Stay in the black Credit cards and overdrafts come in handy when you’ve had a particularly heavy month of spending. Maybe the car insurance was due, you had a friend’s wedding or you just couldn’t resist that sale in your favourite online retailer.

If you do have a credit card, you need to be sure to make all your minimum monthly repayments and try to avoid carrying over large debts from month to month. This could be a red flag for lenders.

The same thing applies to your overdraft. This shows that you’re more than capable of living on your wages and that making mortgage payments isn’t going to pose a problem.

5. Pay off existing loans There’s nothing wrong with having loans – and being able to demonstrate your ability to pay back borrowings can actually be a good thing. If you are thinking of getting a mortgage, paying off any outstanding personal loans can only streamline your application.

That’s not to say that you won’t be able to get a mortgage if you have an existing personal loan. But additional borrowings could impact the amount you can get for your mortgage. Try to use the months before your application to chip away at any loans that you currently have.

If you follow these simple steps, you’ll be nicely warmed up and limber when you finally approach the mortgage starting line. You’ll also be in better financial shape than you were when you started, which can only help you to go the distance and get your mortgage in the quickest possible time.

Are you thinking of buying your own home?

Now that you’ve done all the preparation, it’s a good time to call into your local EBS office for a chat with one of our friendly mortgage advisors. Find out how much you can afford to borrow with our mortgage calculator or book a mortgage meeting to suit you with one of our mortgage expert, or get the ball rolling with our First Time Buyer guide.

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SINN Féin area representative Conor D. McGuinness has accused the Government and its backers of sitting on their hands while young people are forced off the road by extortionate motor insurance prices.

“The ever increasing cost of motor insurance for young drivers is an outrage. The failure by Fine Gael, and by their backers in Fianna Fáil, to address it in Government is an insult to young people. I have spoken with workers in their 20s and 30s, people with full clean licenses and noclaims bonuses, that have been quoted amounts of €3,000 and €4,000 for car insurance.

“Without access to their own car, a large number of people living in smaller towns and villages would be unable to work, to shop, to socialise, to access medical services or to facilitate

their children's education. The high price of motor insurance is a huge and unavoidable burden on many families in Co. Waterford.

“The concern expressed to me is that the high cost of insuring a vehicle, especially for younger people, is a barrier to them finding and keeping a job, or accessing further education and training.

“It is very clear that the motor insurance market is deeply dysfunctional and has been for several years. There is no transparency as to the metrics used in arriving at a quotation, and the profits of insurance companies continue to rise year on year. Decisive action by Government must be taken to address this issue.They can no longer sit on their hands while young people are being all but forced off the road.”

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Councillor says fate of Grange Junction in Council’s own hands

By Christy Parker

WATERFORD Councillor Damien Geoghegan says it is now up to the council itself to advance roads issues that remain of concern following a recent meeting with TII officials in Dublin. He says this is particularly true of Grange junction on the N25 in the wake of proposals put forward by Councillors to TII. The junction is almost unique in that includes three local roads converging off the N25 and two stop signs adjacent to each other.

Given the presence of a church and school in the area particularly, Councillors view it as a lethal convergence.

Cllr. Geoghegan, as a member of the deputation that met TII officials, recalled the shock on their faces as he described the location. However as TII is only responsible for national primary

and secondary roads the small, routes feeding onto them are beyond its remit.

Cllr. Geoghegan told January’s meeting of the DungarvanLismore municipality that while TII could not offer a solution, the officials had provided “a road map – no pun intended – on how to make progress.”

He recalled the officials advising the deputation to bring the issue of the local roads to the Department of Transport.“I don’t think they completely wrote it off ”, he noted, “and it’s up to us now make progress with what they put in front of us.”

Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes agreed it was now a matter for the Department of Transport to provide funding towards a solution.“We can bring it to their attention”, he urged, “but it's not easily achieved because there is land acquisition involved. It’s tricky.”

Councillor Whelan raises local issues at Municipal District Meeting

By Christy Parker CLLR. Siobhán Whelan said some people in Cappoquin who liked to go out walking at night were concerned about lighting around the industrial estate and

by Padre Pio Nursing Home.

“Apparently there are posts but no lights”, she suggested.

Cllr. John Pratt agreed, observing that he had raised the issue “a long time go.” Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes said funding from Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) had been discussed and he would pursue it again.

PLAYGROUND FUNDING Cllr. Whelan welcomes recent Clár for the district and with the playgrounds in Lismore and Clashmore set to benefit well, she

wondered whether there had been “any issues flagged. Senior executive engineer Josephine McGrath said the funding would upgrade and repair playground equipment.

RAILWAY GARDENS Cllr. Whelan said there was an ongoing problem behind some hoardings at Railway Gardens, Lismore, where footings for new housing had been laid. She explained that when the council give permission for new developers to come in it wasn’t stipulated that they had to develop those houses with footings. Recently the hoarding had fallen down, allowing easy access and people were now afraid it would become hazardous.

Senior Executive Planner Hugh O’Brien said the Council would investigate.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Criostal na Rinne award winners at Showcase 2019 Annual awards programme recognises excellence at Showcase – Ireland’s Creative Expo® LOCAL business Criostal na Rinne, based in the An Rinn Gaeltacht were awarded the top prize in the Design Ireland category this Sunday at Showcase – Ireland’s Creative Expo, which takes place at the RDS in Dublin until Wednesday, 23rd January.

Showcase 2019 was officially opened on Sunday, 20th January,

by Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys, T.D., and awards were presented by Karen Hennessy, Chief Executive of the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland. Now in its 43rd year, Showcase is one of Ireland’s most important international trade fairs and this year is welcoming buyers from 2,580 retail businesses from 26 countries worldwide, including Ireland, the UK, USA, Mainland Europe and the Far East.

Winning the Design Ireland Award was Criostal na Rinne for its new Whiskey Tumblers called Cló. Inspired by the markings of Ogham script, the early Irish alphabet, Cló is a range of fine contemporary glassware featuring elegant linear cuts. Criostal na Rinne is a craft maker of hand cut crystal, based in the Waterford Gaeltacht of An Rinn. Eamonn Terry started his career in Waterford Crystal where he rose to the level of Master Craftsman Glasscutter before establishing Criostal na Rinne in 1988.

Highly commended in the Design Ireland category were McKernan from Tuamgraney, Co. Clare for its Formby Scarf

Karen Hennessy, Chief Executive DCCOI, presents Eamonn Terry of Criostal na Rinne with the Best Product Award in the Design Ireland category of Showcase 2019.

[Leon Farrell at Photocall Ireland] and Dublin-based candle company Rathbornes 1488 for its Dublin Dusk Candle. Overall winner of the Showcase Best Product Award was Studio Donegal for its Handwoven Tweed Coat.

Trade buyers attend Showcase to source new and exciting products designed and made in Ireland, many of which are

unique to the show. Over 400 designers, manufacturers and craftspeople, including 60 companies exhibiting at Showcase for the first time, are unveiling their new season collections at this year’s fair across the product categories of fashion, jewellery and home & giftware.

Karen Hennessy, Chief Executive of the Design & Crafts

Suggested Gaeltacht Council sitting to mark the first Dáil SINN Féín Councillor Siobhán Whelan has said she would like to see Waterford mark the Centenary of the first Dáil with a gesture befitting of its significance.

Cllr.Whelan has contacted Mr.

Siobhan Whelan

Michael Walsh, CEO of Waterford City and County Council to announce her intention to propose that the Council sit in Coláiste na Rinne to mark the centenary of the first Dáil.

Cllr. Whelan went on to say that she thinks this would be a fitting acknowledgement of the importance of Cathal Brugha who was the first Waterford TD and also chairperson of the first Dáil.

Cathal Brugha had a deep affection for An Rinn where he learnt to speak his native language and later spent time on the run there. Cllr. Whelan hopes that the Council will agree that this would be a truly honourable way to commemorate the sitting of the first Dáil.

Criostal na Rinne Cló tumblers and decanter.

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Council of Ireland, said: “We are thrilled to see such a busy and productive atmosphere at the RDS as hundreds of designers and makers from across Ireland network with retail buyers from all over the world during this four-day trade fair. The continued growth and popularity of Showcase signifies the positive appeal of high-quality Irish designed and crafted products worldwide and the desire from buyers to discover and access more of what we have to offer.

Our yearly Showcase awards programme encourages makers to keep innovating and developing, and I’m delighted to say that once again we have a wide range of outstanding Irish products to choose from.

I offer my sincere congratulations to all this year’s award recipients, runners-up and those who were highly commended.”

Eamonn Terry, owner and Master Craftsman at Criostal na Rinne, said: “It is a great honour to be recognised for the high quality of design and craftsmanship of our crystal by a select panel of judges, amongst such a high standard of craft businesses in the Design Ireland section of Showcase.”

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Woman fined for stealing from local retailers A WOMAN who stole from local retailers was fined in court last week.

Lorna Delaney (30) with an address at 31 Ravensdale Road, Mahon, Cork, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to theft from Coolagh Road Service Station and Eurospar, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 19th January, 2016; and theft from Eurospar, Abbeyside, on 27th January, 2016.

The case was adjourned to allow the accused to pay compensation and for a Probation Service report.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted that full compensation has been paid to the retailers.

Solicitor Niall King said the report on his client was “good”.

Judge Finn handed down a €500 fine for one of the thefts and marked the other two as proven and taken into consideration.

Fine imposed for public order offence A DUBLIN man was fined in the District Court last week for a public order offence.

David Lavin (46) unemployed, with an address at 26 Stockingwell Wood, Rathfarnham, Dublin 16, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public at the Moorings Pub, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 17th April, 2018.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused was in an intoxicated state and had to be arrested for his own safety.

A fixed charge penalty notice which issued for the offence was never paid.

Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client accepts full responsibility.

Judge Finn handed down a fine of €100.

Fine imposed for possession of cannabis resin A KILMACTHOMAS man who admitted possession of cannabis resin was fined in court last week.

Michael Lanigan (42) with an address at Dunscott Cottage, Fews, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty at last week’s Dungarvan District Court to possession of cannabis resin for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 24th May, 2017.

Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí executed a search warrant at the accused’s home on the date in question.

“The accused was not present when his home was searched. A lump of cannabis resin was found, with an estimated value of €20,” Insp.

Sheahan said.

He said at a later date Gardaí interviewed him and he admitted the cannabis was his, for his own personal use.

Solicitor Niall King said his client is a separated father of two and he works in the building industry.

Mr. King said his client apologises for the offence and has pleaded at the first opportunity.

Judge Finn handed down a €350 fine.

Man found with quantity of cannabis A DUNGARVAN man who was found in possession of a small quantity of cannabis had his case adjourned to await the preparation of a Probation Service report.

Adam Nugent (18) with an address at 29 Cluain Ard, Shandon, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 11th April, 2018.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan said Gardaí searched the home of the accused on the date in question and found a quantity of cannabis, approximately €5-€10 worth in value, along with a grinder.

He said the accused accepted the substance was for his own personal use.

Solicitor Niall King said his client has had a lot of difficulties and this offence dates back to last year.

“He has remained out of trouble since,” Mr. King said.

The case was adjourned to 8th May, 2019, to await the preparation of a Probation Service report.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Disqualification for driver who told Garda speeding fine was ‘easy money’ A KANTURK motorist who was detected speeding near Dungarvan and replied to the investigating Garda that the speeding fine was a “f***ing disgrace ... it’s easy money for ye” - was handed a fine and a driving disqualification in court last week.

Brendan Michael O’Sullivan (39) with an address at Ballyheen, Kanturk, Cork, was fined €500 and disqualified from driving for six months at last week’s Dungarvan District

Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which was issued after Gardaí detected him driving at 97 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 1st June, 2018.

Garda Nolan, prosecuting, told Judge Terence Finn that the he stopped the accused driving on the day after detecting him exceeding the special speed limit.

Garda Nolan said all of O’Sullivan’s driving documents were in order, but when he was

told a fixed charge penalty notice would be issued for the speeding offence, Garda Nolan said the accused replied: “Are you serious?

That’s a f***ing disgrace ... easy money for ye!”

Judge Finn, noted the accused did not appear in court. “It seems he has a negative opinion regarding Garda enforcement,” Judge Finn said, before imposing the fine and driving disqualification.

Unaccompanied learner driver makes donation to poor box AN unaccompanied learner driver who was stopped by Gardaí had a road traffic charge struck out after he made a donation to the court poor box.

Jakub Zajac (20) with an address at 43 Leacon Fionn, Dungarvan, failed to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after he was stopped by Gardaí at Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, on 18th July, 2018, and found to

be a provisional licence holder who was driving unaccompanied.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor Martin Lavan said the facts are admitted and revealed that his client obtained his full driving licence only a week later.

“My client tried to pay the fixed charge penalty notice, but had failed to pay it on time,” Mr. Lavan said.

Judge Terence Finn said that while the court cannot condone provisional licence holders who drive unaccompanied, he noted the accused achieved his full driving licence days later.

The accused was offered an opportunity to keep his record clean by making a €100 donation to the court poor box, which the accused paid and the charge was struck out.

Road traffic offences A MOTORIST was fined in court last week for driving 27 km over the national speed limit.

Mantas Zantaravicus, with an address at Oak Leigh, Knockane Road, Newcastle West, Limerick, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which issued after a vehicle registered in his name was detected travelling at 127 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Parkeenaglogh, Newtown, Kilmacthomas, on 24th June, 2018.

The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court.

DRIVING without insurance resulted in a disqualification for a Dungarvan man.

Trevor Moore (33) with an address at 19 Convent Lodge, Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, was fined €300 and disqualified from driving for two years, for driving without insurance when he was stopped by Gardaí at Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan, on 21st February, 2017.

Last week’s Dungarvan District Court heard that the accused has previous convictions.

Solicitor Niall King said his client is on a disability pension and suffers from a genetic problem with his legs and had a major hip operation last year.

He said the accused had difficulty getting around and had purchased a vehicle, but he had no money for the insurance.

Mr. King said on the date in question a relative of the accused was in trouble.

“He didn’t have insurance, but regarded it as an emergency,” Mr. King said.

“He apologises for his actions. My client hopes to return to college now he has had his mobility restored.”

Handing down the €300 fine and the driving disqualification for driving without insurance, Judge Finn marked a charge of failing to produce insurance as proven and taken into consideration.

AN Abbeyside driver was fined in court last week for exceeding a special speed limit.

Emma Bones (42) with an address at 97 Cruchan, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, was fined €250 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after her vehicle was

detected travelling at 84 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 25th May, 2018.

Solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that his client “foolishly forgot to pay the fine”.

“She apologises,” Mr. Burke added.

A PORTLAW driver was fined in court last week for a speeding offence.

Peter Boylan (49) with an address at Hacktown, Portlaw, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 95 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 15th June, 2018.

The accused, who appeared in court, acknowledged he had received the fixed charge penalty notice, but had failed to pay it on time.

A KILMEADEN driver was fined in court last week in relation to a speeding offence.

David John Foley (36) with an address at Ballyduff, Kilmeaden, was fined €300 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at 81 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 15th June, 2018.

The accused did not appear in court.

A FINE was issued in court last week to a Cavan woman who was using a vehicle in Dungarvan without any tax.

Sarah Morphey (34) with an address at 52 Oak Manor, Drumgola Wood, Cavan, was fined €500 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for driving without any tax on her vehicle when stopped by Gardaí at Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 3rd July, 2018.

Garda Clifford told Judge Terence Finn that there was no tax disc at all on the vehicle. She said she used her discretion and did not seize the vehicle as the accused was on her holidays in Dungarvan and had children in the vehicle.

The court was told that the tax had expired in January, 2018 and the vehicle was still not taxed to date.

The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court.

EXCEEDING a special speed limit near Dungarvan resulted in a fine for a Bandon driver.

Robert McCutcheon (73) with an address at Clancoolmore, Bandon, Cork, was fined €100 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 82 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 16th July, 2018.

The accused, who was in court, explained that he was going uphill in the climbing lane when he was detected exceeding the speed limit. The accused apologised for his speed.

Judge Terence Finn pointed out that even though there is a climbing lane on that particular stretch of road, he said the speed limit applies to both carriageways.

A WOMAN who was found driving without insurance was put off the road for two years.

Philomena Bolger (54) with an address at 18 Thomas Hill, Waterford, was fined €300 and disqualified from driving for two years after she pleaded guilty at last week’s Dungarvan District Court to driving without insurance at Applegreen, Lemybrien, on 3rd December, 2017.

Solicitor David Burke said his client admitted the offence and the loss of her licence will cause difficulty for others in her care as well.

Recognisance was fixed in the event of an appeal.

A CORK driver who was found to have no NCT or tax on his vehicle was fined in court last week.

Rob Fitzgerald (38) with an address at 55 Temple Grove, Carrs Hill, Douglas, Cork, was fined €500 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which issued for using a vehicle without an NCT when he was stopped at a Garda checkpoint on the N25 at Ringcrehy, Dungarvan, on 28th March, 2018.

He was also fined €300 for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which issued for not having tax displayed on his vehicle on the same date.

The accused, who has previous convictions, did not appear in court.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

NOTICE OF DEPOSIT OF RATE BOOKS FOR INSPECTION AND INTENTION TO MAKE RATE FOR 2019

Michael Wright (The Mad Hatter) R.I.P. St. Patrick's Day will never be the same. Mr. Entertainment, a massive loss to our Community. Image by Richard Cutbill.

Michael Wright - A Man, a Character and a Light MICHAEL Wright whom his family, friends and the community of Dungarvan, lost so suddenly and so tragically last Sunday night, would probably be taken aback at the extent of the expressions of grief and loss which have been pouring in to his family and on social media in the days since.

One of nature’s most inoffensive gentlemen, in his public persona as the Mad Hatter and privately in the streets of Dungarvan, he had a word for everyone and about everyone, as he greeted people from the many stages he occupied throughout the year. He knew everyone and everyone knew and loved him, loved his expressions, his stage antics and his endearing way with children.

He was a familiar figure wherever he went, but most of all he was known in all corners of the town, drawing salutes, quips and goodwill from all and sundry, as he traversed the streets on his familiar rounds, knowing everyone he met and they knowing him.

“He entertained us at homecomings, parades, festivals and events, St. Patrick’s Day and Christmas,” wrote Cllr. Damien Geoghegan on Facebook. “He played at all of our weddings and socials, where he kept us dancing until morning. He made us ache with laughter from the stage of the Town Hall.”

Dungarvan Aglow and the switch-on of the lights will never be quite the same again. For a couple of hours, waiting for

the darkness, he played his music, made his jokes, teased the children and made many an adult blush as he admired hats, umbrellas, prams or anything which might provoke some humour.

He added colour to the St. Patrick’s Day Parade as he progressed along the route in his trademark swagger. He made children smile, posed for pictures and brought a lighter touch to the seriousness of the day.

He was in his element at parties and weddings; his sure choice of music; funny asides and colourful dress made a memorable event.‘A Mad Hatter party, was a successful party’.

His stage friends and audiences will miss him greatly. A tribute from his producer David Hennessy summed up the man of the stage as “a proud and authentic performer. After all those years, his nerves portrayed how much he truly cared and how much he loved what he did. He was a true born entertainer, but more importantly a gentleman.”

Michael had his serious side and gave loyal and devoted service to the County Council for forty years or more anticipating his nearing retirement. He loved family, friends, acquaintances, returned emigrants and had a word for them all.

Michael was a founder member of Dungarvan Youth Club to which he gave his allegiance for several years and where he first cut his teeth as an entertainer and MC four decades ago. He stood for election for the local Council, but it was

decided that Michael’s immense contribution to his community could better be served in his present capacity.

In decades to come, grown women and men will recall the antics of ‘the Hatter’ on those special days when he came out to play. When they speak of him, they will have no bad memories to recall; no moments when they were unhappy; no time when they did not smile.

The dreadful loss of Michael, not only to his loving wife Theresa and family, has made many people aware of their frailty.

After his accident, Michael learned the lesson of enjoying the day, living in the moment and but most of all the value of being alive and sharing with others.

Michael Wright was Dungarvan and he will be remembered for generations as epitomising the friendliness, cheeriness and traditional generosity of the Irish and of the people of Dungarvan, his beloved Hometown.

Go cinnte, ni bheidh a leithéid ann arís.

We extend our deepest condolences to Michael’s wife Teresa, Barry, Sarah and Michelle, and also his wider family at this most difficult time.

May you Rest in Peace Michael “You put a smile on everyone's face young and old, you supported people with their talents, you respected people and made them feel great about themselves, be it with a facebook story or a little comment, your jokes brought a smile to everyone.” (Christina on Facebook)

RNLI AGM postponed as mark of respect AS a mark of respect to the family of the late Michael Wright aka The Mad Hatter, the AGM of RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch, scheduled for 8.00 p.m. this

Friday, January 25th, in Quealy’s, has been postponed to Friday, February 1st.

Deepest sympathy to his wife Teresa and family on the passing of Michael who volun-

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teered his talents with his own unique style of continuity at the RNLI Helvick Swim, BBQ & Raffle for many years. Michael Wright aka the Mad Hatter May he rest in peace. Ar dheis at the 2018 Helvick Swim, BBQ & Dé go raibh a anam.

Raffle on Helvick Pier.

[Mary Tobin]

NOTICE is hereby given that Waterford City & County Council is about to make the Municipal Rate on the property rateable thereto in the City & County of Waterford.

The annual rate on valuation for the service of the year ending 31st December, 2019, on all rateable property within the City and County is 0.2583.

The Rate Books are deposited for inspection by any ratepayer in the Customer Care Office, Baileys New Street, Waterford and in the Customer Care Office, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford and will be there open for inspection between the hours of 9.30 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. excluding Saturdays and Sundays during the fourteen days following the date hereto.

Dated this 22nd day of January, 2019.

LOUISE TOBIN, Rates Department, Waterford City & County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford.

Wonderland As if the tide could change its course and rocks could sway and laugh.

As if the river could return to source and sand could stop in glass.

As if the breeze could catch a hat with a price tag on its band and the air could hold a pen to be placed in the hatter’s hand.

Clodagh Beresford Dunne (20th January, 2019)

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Walk in my Shoes searching Grasshoppers for the next ‘Mission Possible’

By Mandy Tompkins

Calling all teachers and students – Walk in My Shoes searching for the next ‘Mission Possible’ school achievement award winners WALK in My Shoes, the mental health awareness-raising campaign of St Patrick’s Mental Health Services, is calling for students and teachers to showcase their efforts to promote positive mental health in their schools, as it today launches the third annual Mission Possible: School Achievement Awards.

Mission Possible, first launched in 2016, was created to highlight the positive initiatives that students and teachers are taking in their schools to promote positive mental health and tackle the stigma associated with mental health difficulties. With 75% of all mental health difficulties beginning before the age of

24, mental health awareness and education from a young age is vital in ensuring that young people feel empowered to live mentally healthy lives and know how they can seek help if mental health difficulties do arise.

The awards are open to and recognise primary and secondary schools from all over the country, not only for their efforts in raising mental health awareness in the classroom, but for their efforts in promoting positive mental health in the wider community.

Last year’s award ceremony saw three primary and three secondary schools from all corners of the country collecting prizes for

their contributions to educating, raising awareness and promoting positive mental health among their peers. The winning entries from 2018 included initiatives such as: • Daily mental health runs • Power of positive thinking activities • Concentration station • Sensory rooms • Gratitude trees For full entry details and for further information visit www.walkinmyshoes.ie. The closing date for entries is March 22nd 2019 and an awards ceremony will be held on April 12th 2019 in St Patrick’s University Hospital.

GRASSHOPPERS are Arthropods, or creatures with segmented bodies, covered with an exoskeleton. This is divided into three parts, the Head, Thorax and the Abdomen. The head contains the antennae and external mouthparts, the thorax is the body and has 6 legs attached to it along with 2 pairs of wings and their muscles, while the abdomen carries all the organs required for breathing, reproduction and digestion.

Grasshoppers have short antenna, typically shorter than their body, and are usually muted shades of green or brown, or a combination of both with a splash of red to enable them to avoid predators. If, however, they are startled they use their powerful back legs to jump to safety.

There are around 11,000 species of Grasshopper worldwide, but here in Ireland we are fortunate enough to have the Common Green and the Common Field Grasshoppers.

Still Waiting Health Campaign THE Still Waiting Health Campaign urges all citizens of the South East to come together in protest at the appalling situation regarding Cardiac Care in the South East.

A strong message needs to go to Government that we will not tolerate the current situation any longer, this will only be achieved by a people powered protest of mass numbers saying enough is enough to the dysfunctional system we have regarding Cardiac Care for the 511K population of the South East region.

Still Waiting is a National Health Campaign focusing on both the local and the national, it has harnessed the power and energy of locals campaigning for necessary services which in turn fed into a national desire to lobby for a fair national health service, free at point of entry and needs based with fair regional access.

Local campaigns working with all elected TDs get taken in circles of party politics, giving photo ops to those elected on promises of delivery while they have to be dragged kicking and screaming to attempt to fulfill these promises.

We do not operate in this manner. Still Waiting is made up of some 40 TDs committed to its goals.

Regarding Cardiac Care in the South East, our demands are clear.

• The modular lab currently in situ must be fully equipped immediately to carry out treatment. A Cardiologist hired and those in need of medical intervention seen.

• Work on the permanent second Cath lab must be progressed expeditiously.

• Regional Integrated Care Organisation for South East as

per Slaintecare plan.

• Continued protest until 24/7 Cardiac Care is delivered.

Still Waiting has reached out to communities, to workers, to unions and politicians who agree with our demands. The slogan of Stronger Together has encompassed the thinking behind the campaign. We do not respond to government narrative, but we create our own in response to local and national health deficits..

A strong national campaign will be needed to push the implementation of Slaintecare plan and that is why we campaign and protest with all communities to keep pressure on government to deliver.

The hospital groupings of Minister James O’Reilly crucified the South East, particularly in Cardiac care, divvying it up between Cork and Dublin.

Progress to move the South East

into it’s own regional own Regional Integrated Care Organisation (RICO) is a welcome move and would see many areas of health receive better funding and improvement.

The Still Waiting Campaign is growing constantly to capture all who feel strongly that our creaking health service needs to change and as a campaign Still Waiting is ready and willing to stand up and force that change.

Widespread amongst the long grassy fringes of Fields, Hedgerows and the Wildlife Garden, the Common Green Grasshopper has a body length of between 17 and 20 mm, and is usually all green, but may show some darker or buff colouration upon the abdomen and wings. After mating the female lays her eggs in the soft ground around the base of plants during the Autumn, where they overwinter before hatching in the Spring.

Gerry O’Donoghue, Lead Breast Cancer Surgeon at UPMC Whitfield, appointed Honorary Clinical Associate Professor by Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland GERRY O’Donoghue, Lead Breast Cancer Surgeon at UPMC Whitfield, the largest private hospital in the South East, has been appointed Honorary Clinical Associate Professor by the Academic Council of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI).

The honorary promotion recognises an individual’s sustained contribution to RCSI and its students, as well as their academic achievements.

Professor O’Donoghue is a leading breast surgeon in the South East, and has been treating patients at UPMC Whitfield for nearly three years. His specialist areas of expertise include benign and malignant breast disease, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, skin cancer treatments, including

melanoma, radiotherapy and endoscopy. He holds an honours degree from the RCSI and was awarded his Doctorate of Medicine by the same institution in 2005 for his research into breast cancer treatment.

David Beirne, CEO at UPMC Whitfield, says: “We’re delighted that Gerry O’Donoghue has been awarded this promotion by the RCSI. Gerry combines firstclass medical treatment for his patients in the South East with a strong commitment to raising the standards for hospital care across the country, and we’re very proud that his contributions to medicine and health sciences have been recognised in this way.”

UPMC Whitfield has over 50 expert consultants working across

a range of specialties including: radiotherapy; cardiology; orthopaedics; ophthalmology; oncology / haematology; radiology; ear, nose and throat; gynaecology; urology and general surgery.

These are supported by a wider team of 180 dedicated medical, nursing and administration staff to ensure the 70-bed hospital offers patients the right care, in the right way, at the right time – in a first-class facility that is close to home.

The UPMC Whitfield campus is operated by UPMC, the international not-for-profit healthcare company that is transforming the way health care is provided.

Already trusted by millions of patients across the world, the company operates 40 hospitals, as well as 600 doctors' offices and outpatient sites, and is now delivering this global expertise to

those living in the South East of Ireland. www.UPMCWhitfield.ie @UPMCWhitfield

Gerry O’Donoghue

The Common Field Grasshopper is 18-24 mm in length and is the most common and widespread species throughout Ireland, with a mostly brownishbuff colouring with some darker markings, giving it good camouflage amongst the grasses where it lives.

The females are larger than the males.

Grasshoppers are mostly Herbivores and they are Ametabolous Insects, meaning that they hatch from an egg as smaller versions of the adult insect, developing from the egg into a Nymph, known as a Hopper, and gradually grow through various stages called Instars.

Each Instar is separated by a skin moult, until finally they reach adulthood.

Grasshoppers are well known for making a ‘chirping’ sound. This is called Stridulation and is achieved by rubbing their back legs or wings together, which is carried out most commonly to mark territories or to attract a mate.

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Home Instead Senior Care celebrates ten years in Waterford LOCALLY-OWNED and managed home care provider Home Instead Senior Care, recently celebrated ten years of providing home care to Waterford seniors, with a corporate event, supported by Waterford Chamber.

Home Instead Senior Care is an international brand with 1150 offices around the world and recognised as the world’s leading provider of non-medical, in-home services to seniors.

Impressed by the Home Instead philosophy of providing worldrenowned, quality care to seniors in their own homes, Danette and Michael Connolly extended this philosophy to Waterford city and county and in 2009 opened Home Instead Senior Care Waterford at the Cleaboy Business Park.

Managed and operated by a team of trained and dedicated care professionals, Home Instead Senior Care offers an array of senior care services such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, transport and companionship, up to and including personal care, dementia care, post hospital care and disability care.

Danette Connolly, Director of Care was delighted to celebrate this milestone. “Good quality home care is something we pride ourselves on delivering to the seniors of Waterford city and county.”

“Our ageing population is growing each year and we have a duty of care to ensure that they can live longer and happier in their own homes, and retain, as much as possible, their independence. It’s the Home Instead Senior Care philosophy.”

As crucial as the right care package is for clients, the delivery of that care by the right people is paramount. Today the Waterford operation employs 20 office staff and over 120 CAREGivers, delivering thousands of hours of home care each week.

“Our services are flexible, designed with our client in mind and are person-centred. We pride ourselves in recruiting and training CAREGivers to enable them to provide quality care. We spend a lot of time ensuring the right CAREGiver is assigned to the right client in order to develop a rich, rewarding and personal client-caregiver relationship.”

Former Ireland International and Leinster rugby player and Home Instead Senior Care Director of Franchise Operations, Shane Jennings, congratulated Michael and Danette Connolly and the Home Instead Waterford team on their tenth anniversary and said the Waterford office is held as the benchmark for Home Instead franchises throughout the country.

To find out more about the services of Home Instead Senior Care Waterford call 051 333966 or 058 75298 or visit www.homeinstead.ie

Home Instead Senior Care, Waterford made a cheque presentation of €3,000 to Waterford Hospice at their 10 year anniversary event, pictured receiving the cheque on behalf of Waterford Hospice was Neil O’Sullivan, also included were former Irish International and Leinster rugby player Shane Jennings, Home Instead Senior Care Ireland, Michael Connolly, Home Instead Senior Care Waterford and staff members, Lisa Burfort, Marion Sheppard, Edel Murphy, Marguerite Long and Louise Phelan.

[Noel Browne]

The Home Instead Senior Care team pictured at the event celebrating their 10 years in business at their premises in Cleaboy Business Park on Thursday evening last. Included were Michael Connolly, Managing Director, Danette Connolly, Director of Care and staff members, Mark Bourke, Linda Lanigan, Yvonne Power, Edel Murphy, Louise Phelan, Marion Sheppard, Marguerite Long, Breda Russell and Lisa Burfort.

[Noel Browne]

Michael Connolly, Managing Director and Danette Connolly, Director of Care, Home Instead Senior Care, Waterford who celebrated 10 years in business last week.

[Noel Browne]

Victoria Wilmott, Waterford Area Partnership pictured with Tanya Kropottna, Deise Beauty.

[Noel Browne]

Irene Treacy, Smovey Health was the hamper winner on the night and she is pictured receiving her prize from Danette Connolly, Home Instead Senior Care and Shane Jennings, Home Instead Senior Care Ireland. [Noel Browne]

Shane Jennings, Home Instead Senior Care Ireland, is pictured with Karen Cheevers, B2B Communications and Jonathan Earl, Deputy President, Waterford Chamber.

[Noel Browne]

Millie O’Gorman and Catherine Murphy, HSE WICOP and Barbara Murphy, Manager of Older Peoples Services, HSE. [Noel Browne]

Shane Jennings Home Instead Senior Care Ireland is pictured with Marie [Noel Browne] Dennehy, Waterford Hospice and Redmond O’Donoghue.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Minister launches South East Community Healthcare’s “Healthy Ireland” implementation plan THE Minister of State at the Dept. of Health with special responsibiltiy for Health Promotion Ms. Catherine Byrne T.D. was in Kilkenny recently to launch South East Community Healthcare’s “Healthy Ireland” implementation plan.

The South East Community Healthcare organisation delivers Primary Care (including community services), Social Care (including services for disabilities and older people), Mental Health and Health and Wellbeing services in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford.

The government supported Healthy Ireland Framework 2013-2025 underpins Ireland's response to its changing health and wellbeing profile. It identifies a healthy population as a major asset for society and sets the improvement in the health and wellbeing of the nation as a priority. The Framework draws on existing policies but also proposes new arrangements to ensure effective co-operation and collaboration to implement evidence based policies at government, sectoral, community and local levels.

The aim of our Healthy

Ireland Plan for the South East Community Healthcare (SECH) area is to support people living in counties Carlow, Kilkenny, South Tipperary, Waterford and Wexford to be happy, healthy and well, in order to reach their full potential. In setting out the Plan, SECH is aware that many factors can influence a person’s health, such as where they live and work; their access to education and to job opportunities; their individual lifestyle choices; their social supports and access to amenities such as clean water and transport. Because health can be influenced by many determinants outside of the health service itself, SECH is linking closely with partners, through joint committees such as the Local Community Development Committees (LCDCs) of the five local authorities in the South East and Children and Young People’s Services Committees (CYPSCs) in each of the five counties to ensure that agencies are all working together to create a happier, healthier region. Routes and strategies to achieve these goals, in which all people and all parts of society can participate, are set out in the Plan.

Samaritans in Waterford launch volunteer recruitment campaign INFORMATION Meeting at 11.00 a.m. on Saturday, 2nd February, 2019, at 16 Beau Street (off Catherine Street),Waterford - Samaritans Ireland are encouraging people to get involved with the charity to give something back to the local community and make a difference to people’s lives.

Men and women of all ages and walks of life are among those who dedicate three hours a week to those most in need. Some overnight shifts are also required.

Samaritans are best known for the vital support given to callers on its 24-hour telephone service, but volunteers are also on hand to offer support by SMS, email and face-to-face in communities, festival, outreach events and in prisons.

To find out more about becoming a volunteer with Samaritans in Waterford please confirm your attendance at our Information Meeting by contacting 086 1744605 (text preferably), by email waterfordsamsrecruitment@gmail.com or fill in an application form on www.samaritans.ie/volunteer.

Anne Woodworth, Director of Samaritans in Waterford said:“As Samaritans volunteers, we offer round-the-clock emotional support to anyone who is struggling to cope with whatever life has thrown at them. As the New Year begins, we call on people to consider making a difference to someone’s life by volunteering with Samaritans in one of our branches nationwide. As well as supporting people emotionally, there are a wide range of roles which ensure the running of the service 24/7, from administrative support to fundraising, so please contact your local branch to find out more.”

Sinn Féin Lismore Local Election Candidate, Louise Brierley (on left) with Cllr. Siobhán Whelan at the new safety railings outside Lismore Millennium Park playground.

Parents welcome safety railings at Lismore Playground LOCAL Election Candidate Louise Brierley has welcomed the railings which have now been erected outside the side entrance to Lismore Millennium Park which leads through to the playground.

“I’m delighted to see the railings are now in situ” said Ms Brierley, continuing;“A number of parents contacted me last year, anxious

that it was a potential danger spot when the gates were often left open and a child could easily run straight from the playground out onto a very busy road.

“Thanks is due to the council engineer, Josephine McGrath for taking account of our petition for this and including it in the work this year, as well as to our local Sinn Féín

councillor, Siobhán Whelan who visited the playground and requested the work be undertaken on our behalf.” Ms Brierley concluded, saying; “We’re hopeful that the playground gate will soon be fitted with better self-closing hinges which would be another safeguard to protect the children, residents and visitors alike.”

Local event will help shape the future Heritage Policy for Ireland – submit your views before February 28th Heritage Ireland 2030 - a new national heritage plan for Ireland Have Your Say on www.chg.gov.ie/heritage/heritageireland2030 PEOPLE throughout County Waterford are encouraged to have their say in the public consultation on the new heritage plan for Ireland, Heritage Ireland 2030.

Local events aimed at people in Waterford will be held on 24th January next in City Hall, The Mall, Waterford and on 31st January at the Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Waterford. Full details are available from the County Heritage Officer at Waterford County Council.

Heritage Ireland 2030, based around three themes of:

- national leadership - supporting stronger heritage partnerships and - building community and local involvement in heritage will guide the Government’s heritage priorities and investment over the next decade and beyond, including the €285m commitment to heritage in Investing in Our Culture, Language and Heritage 2018 – 2027, which was launched in April 2018.

Local workshops are a key element of the public consultation process and are being

co-ordinated and facilitated by local authority Heritage Officers.

Direct submissions are also being accepted by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and there is an easy online survey. Full details, including dates and locations of upcoming local and regional workshops together with information on how to submit before the February 28th deadline, are available here.

“The natural and built heritage around us enriches our lives, inspires our achievements and gives life to our communities

– it also underpins our culture, our economy and our society,” Minister Madigan said, when launching this consultation in November, urging all to have their say in shaping heritage priorities for the decade to come.

“Our heritage is a shared responsibility and a shared treasure. We need to work together at national, local and community level to care for it and to unlock its future potential. So I invite you to play your part in shaping the future of our heritage and have your say during this consultation period”.

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Irish Fight for Independence Commemorated at Soloheadbeg WHILE much of the commemoration of the outbreak of the War of Independence, often referred to as the Black and Tan War, took place in and around Solohead Church last Sunday, which was attended by public representatives and members of the 3rd Tipperary Brigade Commemorative Committee, a further commemoration took place later at the site of the ambush beside Soloheadbeg Quarry which took place on 21st January 1919, while the Dáil was in its first session.

A crowd estimated at over two thousand people gathered for what was a very fitting, evocative and tasteful commemoration at the ambush site, with contributions by local residents in song, oration and prayer.

The 1919 Ambush saw the first shots of the war being fired which killed two RIC Officers who were guarding a consignment of explosives destined for the quarry. For the first time, the two Constables were identified by name as James McDonnell and Patrick O’Connell.The two Council men accompanying it, one of whom was named as Patrick Flynn were unharmed in the engagement.

The ceremonies in the historic district opened with Mass in Solohead Church, celebrated by the Archbishop of Cashel and Emly, Most Rev. Kieran O'Reilly.

PRESENT Among those present at the Church earlier were the Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Josepha Madigan who praised the respectful com-

munity-led commemoration.

The Minister said she saw no contradiction between honouring the memory of the two RIC Constables and those on the other side in the War of Independence.

The oration in the village was given by Fianna Fáil TD Éamon Ó Cuív, grandson of Éamon de Valera who gave an impassioned defence of the motivations behind the ambush, stating that the Irish Volunteers involved had been instructed by headquarters to procure arms wherever they could get them.

The plaque was unveiled by Dr. Martin Mansergh, a native of Tipperary who had taken a leading part in the early peace initiatives on behalf of the Irish Government.

AMBUSH SITE In the afternoon, a further Commemoration was held at the site of the ambush beside Soloheadbeg Quarry to where the consignment of gelignite was destined on that fateful day.

The guests and public were led to the site from Solohead by the Sean Treacy Pipe Band. During the Commemoration musical tributes were paid by local singers and musicians. Fiddler, Finbarr English played ‘The Cualainn’ on a violin which had often been played by Seán Treacy. Margaret O’Dwyer sang ‘Donohill’ composed by John Hassett; Mary Touhy sang ‘Seán Hogan’ while Joanne O’Callaghan, Great Grand-Niece of Dan Breen read the 1916 Proclamation and Josephine Carroll led a Decade of the Rosary.

Derek Warfield of the Young Wolfe Tones sang ‘A Nation Once Again’ in which he was enthusiastically joined by the large attendance. The capable MC for the event was Michael McGuire, one of the organisers along with Raymee Shanahan and others.

ORATION Dr. Labhras O Murchu, Chairman of the 1916 – 21 Club Commemoration Committee delivered the Oration.

In the course of his address, Dr. O Murchu recalled that it is a hundred years since the birth of lrish Democracy with the inception of the First Dail Eireann which was mandated by the Irish people.

“The Democratic programme - ratified by the First Dáil and based partly on the Easter Rising Proclamation - remains a template for lrish democracy,” he said.

“The Democratic Programme was published and approved by the First Dail on the same day as the declaration of the Irish Republic, and, on the same day as the outbreak of the Irish War of Independence.

“Britain rejected the democratic vote of the Irish electorate,” he continued, “and inflicted a brutal and merciless war on an innocent people.

This was a continuation of the tyrannical actions which this same regime inflicted on the insurgents of 1916 and the summary execution of our patriotic leaders.

“After the establishment of the Dail, it was now clear that British

rule in Ireland had no mandate.

British rule, which was always a product of conquest and subjugation, was rendered devoid of parliamentary and moral authority.

Turning to the Ireland of today, Dr. O Murchú said that this generation now has the opportunity to raise a living monument to those who gave their all for independence and control of our destiny, without outside interference, so that the people of lreland, without exception, could realise their full potential.

“In the intervening years since 1919,” he continued, “there have been many notable achievements but also many opportunities that

remained dormant. Each person who is a beneficiary of the sacrifices of those who won independence for us, also has an obligation to contribute to the dream and aspirations of those selfless men and women.

“Now is the time for bridgebuilding between communities, opposing factions, what might seem like conflicting ideologies, former protagonists, those of property and no property, and between nations. Idealism and compassion speak to the heart and human spirit and their potential to empower is inestimable,” he concluded.

While this Commemoration has been held for over thirty years led by John Hassett, who is

The new plaque which was unveiled at Soloheadbeg last Sunday. originally from Ballytarsney, this special year saw the biggest attendance ever for what was a very effective and efficient event.

The original plaque at this site has been taken away for refurbishment and will be restored in due course.

A section of the very large crowd who attended the Commemoration ceremony and Unveiling of the new plaque at Soloheadbeg Quarry, the location of the opening shots of the War of Independence, 21st January, 1919.

The Seán Treacy Pipe Band which played at the Soloheadbeg Commemoration last Sunday.

John Hassett and Sally Ryan lay a wreath at the new plaque commemorating the Soloheadbeg Ambush, with Aedín Hassett.

Picture from left at the Commemoration in Soloheadbeg Quarry last Sunday were from left: Bernie O’Doherty, Sally Ryan, Aedín Hassett, John Hassett long time member of the organising committee and Niamh Hassett at the Soloheadbeg Commemoration.

Josephine Carroll leads a Decade of the Rosary at the Soloheadbeg Commemoration.

Joanne O’Callaghan, Great GrandNiece of Dan Breen reads the 1916 Proclamation.

Derek Warfield of the Young Wolfe Tones leads the gathering in a rousing rendition of ‘A Nation Once Again’.

Mary Touhy sings ‘Seán Hogan’ at the Soloheadbeg Commemoration.

Margaret O’Dwyer sings ‘Donohill’ composed by John Hassett.

Fiddler, Finbarr English plays the Cualainn at the Soloheadbeg Commemoration. This violin was often played by Seán Treacy himself.

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End of year musical is family favourite “The Little Mermaid”

Observer Competitions Winners Holiday World Show ANN BARRY, 49 Bothar Mac Mochuda, Lismore, Co. Waterford.

NORA HASSETT, Ashtown, Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford.

MARGARET BROWNE, Ballingaul Beg, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

MARY BERESFORD, 5 Coady’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

MARIA DOHERTY, Coady’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

JUDITH DALTON, Touraneena, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford.

LIZ POWDERLY, Brambledown,” Clonea Lower, Dungarvan.

Winners can collect prize at Dungarvan Observer offices, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

La Traviata @ SGC Dungarvan MARY BERESFORD, 5 Coady’s Quay, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Winner can collect prize at SGC Dungarvan.

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BOOK your child now. We are delighted to announce our end of year musical is the family favourite “The Little Mermaid.”

Class recommences this Saturday.

Why choose Encore Stage Academy?

When you and your child choose Encore you are joining something special - an affiliation and friendship that we hope will last many years, providing a solid base on which your child will thrive.

CURRICULUM We have the experience and dedication to offer your child the very best in theatre arts training in an enjoyable and nurturing environment. Our curriculum is continually honed and crafted to meet the expectations of parents and students. We offer fresh, creative, innovative teaching and follow a syllabus of work which offers optional exam work in all disciplines in order for parents to see development and progression in their child each year. While not compulsory we offer exam work across all disciplines with the prestigious London Academy, The Leinster School of Music, and The Royal Irish Academy.

OUR TEACHERS Our teachers are carefully selected, Primary and LAMDA School teachers. It is the objective of all staff at Encore to offer innovative and creative teaching without discrimination or favouritism. All teachers share the same objective; to help each student increase their abilities and grow as an individual, within a warm and compassionate teaching environment. Throughout the year we continually train, and upskill with new courses to progress our Teaching methods.

PERFORMANCES We offer our students a multitude of opportunities to perform on stage. For the term ahead our students will perform in our end of year Musical The Little Mermaid in May.We have lots of PR events, theatre tots shows and The Lamda student Acting Night. Over the last few years we were thrilled our students have won awards, such as a former L.A.M.D.A student who won the Pat McEvoy Acting Awards and Chloe Walsh who was chosen to be the Face of The Greenway for the national Greenway Advertising Film.

CLASSES We offer classes in many disciplines and for all ages.

Saturdays: Junior School 10.00 – 11.00 a.m. Preschool-Snr Infants. Music creative Drama & Dance Interactive Storytelling!

1st to 4th Class from 11.10 – 1.00 p.m. weekly, is run with three different disciplines encompassing Contemporary Dance, Musical Theatre, Drama.

5th-Teens 1.00-2.30 p.m. all teens will have starring roles in this year's The Little Mermaid.

Tuesdays / Wednesday / Thursday: Elocution / Musical Theatre / Poetry / Public Speaking.

These classes are after school on times that suit parents they can either be one to one OR Group classes depending on the child's age.

THE REHEARSAL HUB STUDIOS Our unrivalled local studio is located in the Westgate Business Park beside Shane Curran Home Company. This state of the art facility boasts two multi purpose dance and drama studios, an

Amazing Glazing pottery and costume room, and a reception room for parents. In addition all studios are fitted with floor to ceiling mirrors, ballet barres and dance flooring. We have plenty of stress free parking for parents.

'Theatre Tots Drama' is the newest and most innovative drama class in Dungarvan, and is specifically designed for preschool children aged between 3 and 6 years old. Our classes are full of fun and games, and the perfect start for children to explore the world of their imagination. We offer a wide variety of elements including drama, poetry, singing, dancing, exercise, storytelling and much more. In each class the children explore new, imaginary worlds; one week they might be visiting Dinosaur world, the next looking for Unicorns or Talking to happy aliens.

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Young Picasso: EOS Tuesday, 5th February,19:30 Pablo Picasso is one of the greatest artists of all time – and right up until his death in 1973 he was the most prolific of artists. Many films have dealt with these later years – the art, the affairs and the wide circle of friends. But where did this all begin? What made Picasso in the first place? Too long ignored, it is time to look at the early years of Picasso; the upbringing and the learning that led to his extraordinary achievements. Three cities play a key role: Malaga, Barcelona and Paris. Young Picasso visits each and explores their influence on Picasso, focusing on specific artworks from these early years. The film thus explains how this young artist acquired his craft. Looking carefully at two key early periods – the so-called Blue Period and Rose Period – the film takes us all the way to 1907 and the creation of a critical painting in the history of art – Les Demoiselles d’Avignon. It was a painting that shocked the art world but changed it irrevocably. Picasso was only 25 years old. Working closely with all three Picasso Museums in Malaga, Barcelona and Paris this film explains how he rose to great heights.

The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Picasso Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 29th January. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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John McGrath, Downey’s Bar, Dungarvan, pictured with Simon Hewson, first cousin to U2 lead singer Bono, who made a short visit to Dungarvan this week to check out the locality and in particular Downey’s Bar, the designated U2 Irish Fan Club Meeting Place.

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An Garda Siochana Public Meeting AN Garda Siochana Dungarvan will be holding a public meeting on Monday, 11th February, 2019, at 8.00 p.m. in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

The purpose of this meeting is to encourage and inform the residents of Neighbourhood Watch schemes.

The advantages of the schemes and how to get started.

The areas we are concentrating on are Dungarvan Town and Abbeyside.

But if anyone living outside of these areas wish to attend they also would be most welcome.

There will be a few guest speakers also on local services.

We would be delighted if you would attend this meeting and if you have information for those attending please let me know in advance.

This is an opportunity to give the community information on how to set up their group.

It will also give locals the opportunity to engage with each other who might not otherwise have an opportunity to engage.

There is a need, and interest has been expressed for neighbourhood watch schemes in these areas lets us work together to get these schemes off the ground.

Garda Christine Keniry Community Policing Dungarvan and West Waterford 05848600

Good News from the Local Employment Service for Employers!

New Employee Development – Skills to Advance [STA] support THE County Waterford Local Employment Service [LES] which is funded by the Dept of Employment Affairs and Social Protection [DEASP], provides a local gateway to jobseekers who are in receipt of a social welfare payment, to the full range of services and facilities that are available to help them to enter or return to employment.

The LES also provides information to Employers about the range of supports and services which are available to them at no cost, from DEASP. Your local contacts are Julie O’Donnell [Co-ordinator] Tel: 058 58025; Niamh Kuhne [Employment Guidance Officer] and Paula Hennessy [Administrator] Tel: 058 44077.

EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT – SKILLS TO ADVANCE [STA] A new policy framework supporting working lives and enterprise growth in Ireland was officially launched by Minister Richard Bruton in late 2018.

The new policy will enable targeted support for the Irish workforce, particularly those who have lower skill levels and who need more opportunities to advance in their working lives.

The policy also supports small and medium-sized enterprises [SMEs] who need some assistance to invest in and develop their workforce.

This initiative offers valuable skills development opportunities in Dungarvan in the coming months.

If you are employed (full or part-time), you may qualify for up to 100% funding to attend the following courses as part of the NEW Skills to Advance Employee Development Initiative which is being delivered through your local Education and Training Board (ETB).

For further information and to check eligibility please contact sta@wwetb.ie Part-time evening courses which employers/employees may wish to consider include (Course / Start Date) :– IT Training [ECDL] (100% funding) 12.2.2019 Customer Service Training QQI L5 (100% funding) 19.2.2019 Training Needs Identification & Design 19.2.2019 [Train the Trainer] QQI L6 Minor (70% funding) Project Management QQI L6 Minor (70% funding) 4.3.2019 Team Leadership QQI L6 Minor (70% funding) 26.3.2019 For more information on this valuable support please:- Email: sta@wwetb.ie ⏐ Telephone Evening Course Office @ 051 301 500.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

PLANNING PERMISSION

SITUATIONS VACANT

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Nicola O’Reilly and Stephen Kelly, wish to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for the ‘Replacement’ of an existing habitable Cottage with a new 2-storey dwelling on an adjacent site within part of the overall landholding, including domestic garage, new waste water treatment system, new entrance and all associated site works situated at a new location within the same landholding at Cush of Grange, Grange, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours. 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, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission.

HELP WANTED ON DAIRY FARM – Part-time help wanted on a Dairy Farm near Kilmacthomas. Milking and calf rearing.

Experience an advantage, but not essential. Contact: (087) 8791641.

(25-1) EXPERIENCED TRACTOR DRIVER AND MACHINERY OPERATOR WANTED – Near Carrick-on-Suir. Contact: (086) 1893077.

(25-1) CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind 7 month old baby in childminder’s own home. Monday to Thursday. Apply with references to: Box No. 7039.

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Permission is sought to construct a Bungalow, Entrance, Wastewater Treatment System and Ancillary Works at Barracree, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford – Colin Dunne and Noreen Quealy. 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, Murty Barron, intend to apply for planning permission to construct a new overground permastore storage tank and associated new access road at Kilmalloo East, Kinsalebeg, Youghal, 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. Monday - Friday (excl. public holidays)}. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application.

The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Jim and Helen Lynch, intend to apply for planning permission for alterations to boundaries of existing dwelling house site at Fruithill, Dungarvan, 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 revise dwelling location, increase roof height, alter fenestration, Chimney and Porch from that granted Permission under planning reference 18/304 for Two-Storey Dwelling at Glendeish East, Lismore, Co. Waterford – Paul and Catherine Fennessy. 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.

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Aidan Walsh & Sons Funeral Directors & Monumental Works Cappoquin and Tallow REQUIRE

Full-time & Part-Time Assistants • Candidates who are highly motivated, with good communication skills and interested in working in all aspects of the business.

• Assisting in funeral directing, trade and internal monumental services.

• Full clean driving licence.

• Computer skills essential.

• Evening and weekend work will be required with a flexible approach.

Send CV to aidanwalshandsons@gmail.com Member of the Irish Association of Funeral Directors

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 (ind.) out of publication of the advertisement.

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SERVICES AVAILABLE 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.)

SEAMUS O’NEILL, Clashmore – Welding Fabrication and Concrete Works. Repairs to Sheds, Gates and Crushes.

Shuttering Works. Contact: (087) 2778712.

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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.

RE-UPHOLSTERY, CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home. Collection and delivery. Sofas and Couches made to order.

Curtains and Pelmets made to measure. Extensive range of fabrics to choose from.

Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must.

Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed.

Ned O’Connell, Seafield, Youghal. Tel. (024) 93106.

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

PAINTER & DECORATOR PAINTER AND DECORATOR AVAILABLE SERVING DUNGARVAN AND SURROUNDING AREA – No job too big or too small. Over 30 years experience. Fully insured. Competitive rates.

Wallpapering service also.

Call: Michael on (085) 8566631.

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DUNGARVAN SELF STORAGE DUNGARVAN SELF STORAGE – For all your household or business storage needs. From as little as €20 per week. Call REA Spratt (058) 42211 or (086) 2577958.

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SAMARITANS WORRIED? DISTRESSED? SUICIDAL? – Whatever you're going through, we're here to listen and help, 24 hours a day, every day. Call SAMARITANS in confidence Freephone 116 123, or e-mail us jo@samaritans.ie (ind.)

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

Call us on 051 645445 • 087 9677797 Skip Hire and Waste Collection Services in Dungarvan and surrounding areas • Domestic & Commercial Skip Hire • Wide Range of Skip Sizes from Mini to RoRo • Mattress Collection • Contaminated Soil Collection • Sludge Collection

WALL’S CHIMNEY & BOILER SERVICE – Chimney & Boiler Services. Gutters and Drains Unblocked. Contact us on (087) 9931571.

TO LET 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.)

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STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

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FOR SALE PRESERVATION NOTICE TAKE NOTICE that my lands at Grawnfada and Lacken, Dungarvan, are strictly preserved, fur and feather.

Signed: Owen Carroll.

SILAGE BALES FOR SALE – Dungarvan area.

Contact: (086) 1964504.

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References available on request. Contact: (087) 7916261. email: mlstonework@yahoo.ie (15-2)

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IN MEMORIAM For Quick Results ALLEN (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Peggy Allen, late of Crushea, Ardmore, whose 4th Anniversary occurs on 24th January, 2018. R.I.P. Memory is a lovely lane, Where hearts are ever true, A lane we often travel down, Because it leads to you.

Mother – as each new 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.

Your smile was made of sunshine, Your heart was made of gold, Thank you Mam for the precious years, And the memories that we hold.

–Sadly missed by her loving son, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren and extended families.

CROKE (14th anniversary) – In loving memory of Oliver Croke, late of Melleray Road, Cappoquin, who died on 26th January, 2005. R.I.P. Masses offered.

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.

–Sadly missed by his loving wife Mary; daughters Martina and Olive; son Michael; sonin-law John; daughter-in-law Sharon; and grandsons Robert and Thomas.

CUMMINS (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Joe Cummins, late of Ballyvooney, Stradbally, who died on 25th January, 2010.

R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 25th January, at 9.30 a.m. in Stradbally Church.

On his soul sweet Jesus have mercy, Just a thought of sweet remembrance, Just a memory fond and true, Just a token of affection, And a heartache still for you.

Always in our thoughts and prayers.

–Sadly missed by your brother Matt; sisters Mary, Majella and Noirin, and their families.

DEE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Maurice Dee, late of Friars Walk, Abbeyside, and Ballyneety, Dungarvan, who died on 30th January, 2016.

Third Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on Sunday, 27th January, at 12 noon.

These special moments of you, Will always bring a smile, If only we could have you back, For just a little while.

Then we could sit and talk again, Just like we used to do, You always meant so very much, And always will do too.

The fact that you’re no longer here, Will always cause us pain, But you’re forever in our hearts, Until we meet again.

May he rest in peace.

KEOGH (11th anniversary) – 19th January. In loving memory of our wonderful mother Rita Keogh, Shanacoole, Kinsalebeg.

May the winds of love blow gently, And whisper for you to hear, How much we love and miss you, As it dawns another year.

–Forever in our hearts, Ann, Brendan and Georgina, sonin-law Marco, XXXX. Loved and missed by your grandchildren and great grandchildren, XXX.

–Sadly missed by his loving wife Betty; sons Pat and Brendan; daughters Charlotte, Liz and Lorna and their families.

LAWLOR (13th anniversary) – Pray for the soul of Patrick Lawlor, late of 8 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, who died on 26th January, 2006.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in All Saints Church, Newtown, Kilmacthomas, at 11.30 a.m. on Sunday, 27th January, 2019.

GOODE (21st and 31st anniversaries) – In loving memory of Declan and Kathleen Goode, late of 17 Church Street, Dungarvan, and their sons Eoin and Paul, and Lilly, whose Anniversaries occur at this time.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 27th January, at 11.00 a.m., in St. Augustine’s Church, Dungarvan.

Loving parents and grandparents too, Each one thought the world of you, Just a prayer from the family who loved you, Just a memory fond and true, In our hearts you will live forever, God grant you Dad and Mam eternal rest.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanamacha.

–Always remembered by their loving family.

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Like falling leaves, The years roll by, But memories of you, Will never die.

Sunshine passes, Shadows fall, But memories of you, Outlast them all.

–Sadly missed by all the family.

O’GRADY (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear son and brother Thomas O’Grady, late of West Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford, who died on 28th January, 2006. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, on Sunday, 27th January, at 11.00 a.m.

You never miss the sunshine, ‘Til the evening shadows fall, You never miss loved ones, ‘Til they are gone beyond recall.

So be forever with him Lord, Hear him should he call, And light a star above his grave, When evening shadows fall.

Will those who think of Thomas today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

No length of time will heal our grief, Our love for you is far too deep, With broken hearts we whisper low, God bless you Thomas, we miss you so.

–Lovingly remembered by your Mam, Dad, Elaine, Kieran, Sean and Michelle, Mairead, Peter, nieces EllenBeth, Madeleine and Evelyn; and nephew Noah.

VEALE (19th anniversary) – In loving memory of Eileen Veale, late of 1 College Road, Ardmore, who died on 25th January, 2000. Also remembering her father James whose Anniversary occurs around this time.

Anniversary Mass for Eileen and James will be celebrated on Saturday, 26th January, at 7.30 p.m. in Ardmore Church.

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A date that is filled with sadness, Returns to us today, As we stop to remember you, In a very special way.

You are not just a memory, Or part of the past, You will be loved and remembered, For as long as life lasts.

Will those who think of Eileen today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered by her sister Catherine; brothers Michael, Seamus and Harry; their families and friends.

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THANKS THE family of the late Ann Nesbitt (nee Hickey) of South Africa, Stradbally, and the last eight years of her life were spent in Dungarvan, where she had a lovely circle of friends, would like to thank everyone who sent cards, flowers and called; those who attended the service, especially Dave Bickerton and all in the congregation at the Kingdom Hall for the lovely service and for looking after us so well.

RYAN (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of James (Dilly) Ryan, late of Lauragh, Cappagh, Co. Waterford, who died on 3rd February, 2017.

Your are missed and remembered every day.

–Always loved, never forgotten by Theresa and all your family.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in St. James’ Church, Ballinameela, on Saturday, 2nd February, at 7.30 p.m.

To Patricia Lait who did so much for Ann before and after her death. To Tom and James Drohan (Undertakers) who helped us with all the arrangements. To Ann’s school friends from Stradbally. To the O’Keeffe family for their support. To Antoinette, Sandy, Steve, Danny, Zara and Leeroy who was put in the middle of it all. To Nicola, Mage, Suzanne and Rosie and the staff at Tesco in Waterford for your help. To John, Spar, Jenny’s Beauticians, Siobhán Murphy (Hair Salon) who all looked after Ann so well.

To everyone who wanted to attend the service but were unable to, due to other commitments.

Thank you all.

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You left behind your spirit Mam, It guides me like a light, Your gentleness surrounds me, To be with me all my life.

So if you see me crying, And looking very sad, It’s just because I miss you Mam, And the special times we had.

–Always remembered with love by your daughter Rose and family.

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PATRICIA FAY (née Mullins)

MARY McGRATH (née Henneberry)

Ballycoe, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Acknowledgement and 1st Anniversary

Park Gate, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Died: 7th December, 2018

On the 1st Anniversary of the death of Patsy Fay, her son Edwin, daughters Jean and Karla, along with their families, wish to acknowledge the many expressions of sympathy and gestures of kindness shown to them following the death of Patsy.

We would like to thank all who attended the Rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and burial. Thank you also to those who sent Mass Cards and letters of condolence, made telephone calls and to everyone who helped and supported us following our sad loss.

A special thank you to Sr. Alice (Sisters of Mercy) who led the recitation of the Rosary.

We express our deep appreciation to Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., for his meaningful celebration of Patsy’s Funeral Mass, and also Canon W. Ryan, P.P. Sincere thanks to Dina Walshe for her beautiful music and hymns. Thank you also to the Harbour Bridge Club for providing a guard of honour.

A sincere thank you to Kiely Funeral Directors for their professionalism, kindness and understanding and also to the Sacristan, altar servers and gravediggers for their services.

A special thanks to all those who cared for Patsy throughout her illness.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope you will all accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our deepest gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass for Patsy will be celebrated on Sunday, 27th January, at 10.00 a.m. in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad.

The family of the late Mary McGrath, Dungarvan, wish to thank all who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement; those who attended her lying in repose, removal and Funeral Mass and all who sent Mass cards, letters and supported us at this difficult time.

A special word of deep appreciation to John and Deirdre Collender for the many years of dedicated and unselfish support they gave Mary.

Special thanks also to those who travelled a considerable distance to be with us.

We would like to thank the wonderful staff at CareChoice, Dungarvan, and all the staff in the Medical Unit of University Hospital, Waterford.

A special word of thanks to Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A., who recited the Rosary.

We express our deep appreciation to Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A. (Chief Celebrant), who was assisted

by Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P.; Fr. Raymond Liddane, A.P.; Fr. Jim Mountain and Fr. Michael Brennock, O.S.A., for the beautiful Funeral Mass and Burial Ceremony.

Thank you to Dina Walshe for her beautiful music and singing and also to the Sacristan, altar servers and gravediggers for their services.

Our thanks to Kiely Funeral Directors for the professional and caring way in which they organised everything.

As it would not be possible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our sincere appreciation and gratitude.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions.

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MARIA FENNESSY

MARGARET (Peggy) MOORE (nee Chapman) Villierstown, Cappoquin First Anniversary and Acknowledgement

13 Abbeyglen, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford Acknowledgement and First Anniversary Maria’s husband Paudie; mother Audrey Duggan; sons and daughters and the extended family, would like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who sympathised with us on the loss of our beautiful, gentle and kind Maria on 24th January, 2018. To everyone who attended the prayers, removal and the Requiem Mass; who sent Mass Cards; words of comfort and sympathy; phone calls; emails and who called to the house with food and to those who travelled any and long distances to be with us, we deeply appreciate your kindness.

We would like to thank, in a special way, those who looked after Maria in her final weeks – especially the Doctors and Consultants at W.R.H. Drs. Creedon, Horgan and McCart and the Nursing staff of Medical 3. To the Palliative Care team Mary, Regina, Karol and Carmel; to the Night Nurses from the Irish Cancer Society, Marissa Harrigan and Marie Ahern; to Renee O’Sullivan from the Solas Centre and especially to Marcella Scanlon, District Nurse, and to Sinead Coleman, Maria’s wonderful Carer, we say a heartfelt Thank You. We are greatly indebted to Fr. Robert Arthure, P.E., for his kindness and professional pastoral care and for his many visits to minister to and comfort Maria and the family in our distress and for celebrating her Funeral Mass and burial. Thank you too to Fr. Pat Gear, P.P., for attending the prayers and for being with Maria’s sons at the Funeral Home to offer support and comfort. To the neighbours and friends who have been and still are a wonderful support to Paudie and to Audrey, we are forever grateful. To everyone who helped us in any way and especially during the funeral obsequies with readings, prayers of the faithful, music and singing thank you for your special support. Finally, to Aidan and Marie Walsh for their sensitive and completely professional handling of all the funeral arrangements.

Please accept this acknowledgement as token of our sincere appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass for Maria will be held on Sunday, 27th January, at St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, at 11.30 a.m.

† EILEEN LENANE (nee French) Mullinahorna, Ring, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Died: 29th January, 2018 The family of Eileen – her daughter Áine; sons Nicky, Packie and Seamus; brother John-Joe, and all other relatives, would like to express their sincere and heartfelt thanks to all of those who supported them on their sad loss. Thanks to all who sympathised, sent Mass cards, letters of condolence and to those who travelled long distances to attend the removal and funeral. We thank our neighbours and friends for their kind generosity and constant support. We would like to thank Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú; the staff of the Ambulance Service and University Hospital Waterford for their support, care and kindness to Eileen during her brief illness. We thank Fr. Conor Kelly for the beautiful Mass and prayers, and also, Cór Fear na nDéise and Ann Mulqueen for their beautiful music and hymns.

Finally, we would like to thank Drohan’s Funeral Directors for their kindness and help with all the arrangements.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Memorial Mass for Eileen will be celebrated at Séipéil San Nioclás, An Rinn, at 11.45 a.m. on Sunday, 27th January, 2019.

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Her sons David and Sean; daughters Mary Dalton, Bridget Landers, Anita Hamill, Gráinne Mernin and Imelda Landers, and their families and the extended family of the late Margaret (Peggy) Moore (nee Chapman), mother of the late recently deceased Michael, wish to thank all those who sympathised with us on our recent sad bereavement; those who called to our houses, sent Mass cards and letters of sympathy.

A special thanks to all those who attended the Rosary, removal, Funeral Mass and burial. To our kind relatives, neighbours and good friends who called to our home and helped us during such a difficult time and for their support and kindness.

We express our sincere gratitude to all the Doctors, Nurses at CareChoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan, who cared for Peggy and to her own Doctor Ben Murphy.

Sincere thanks to Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., who celebrated Peggy’s Funeral Mass and was assisted

by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E., for their kind words of comfort and support.

To Mary Landers, Paddy O’Brien and Connie Casey for their beautiful music and singing; to our Sacristan Queenie and gravediggers, thank you. To all who participated in the Funeral Mass and to all who provided refreshments following the funeral, many thanks. To Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, for their kindness and professionalism which is greatly appreciated.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually we trust that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as token of our appreciation and gratitude. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

First Anniversary Mass will be offered for Peggy in the Church of Assumption, Aglish, on Friday, 1st February, 2019, at 7.00 p.m.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Cappagh dairy farmer wins Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Award

Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award Finalists, JP and Bernie Nugent from Rathgormack are pictured receiving their certificate from John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri.

[Noel Browne]

Pat Coady, Glanbia, JP Nugent, Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Award and John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri pictured before the start of the award ceremony in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

[Noel Browne]

Cappagh dairy farmer Noel Griffin was announced as the Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award winner for 2018. His parent’s Eamonn and Eithne Griffin were in the Park Hotel to pick up the prize of €2,000 along with a Waterford Crystal trophy on his behalf, also included were Hooper Dolan Insurances CEO, Cathal Lowe, John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri and the judges, Sue Phelan, Kildalton College, John McNamara, Teagasc and Kieran O’Connor, O’Connor Communications.

[Noel Browne]

Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award Finalist, Maurice Hallahan from Grange, Ardmore is pictured receiving his certificate from John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri.

[Noel Browne]

AT a special function in Dungarvan, Cappagh dairy farmer Noel Griffin's farm was announced as the Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award winner for 2018. The farm was one of five finalists who's farms were honoured for their outstanding Farm Safety standards at a special function in Dungarvan today.

The Awards which are in association with Teagasc and confined to farms in County Waterford aim to highlight good Farm Safety Standards on farm with the winner receiving a prize to the value of €2,000 along with a Waterford Crystal trophy.

Presenting the awards Cathal Lowe, Chief Executive, and Hooper Dolan Insurances said, “Firstly, I want to say how delighted we at Hooper Dolan are to sponsor an award scheme to help promote good Farm Safety Standards on our farms across county Waterford, as farm accidents have

become such a huge problem across the county and indeed the country. The response to our new Farm Safety Award scheme has been very encouraging for such a new scheme. I want to congratulate and thank our five finalists for their cooperation and high farm safety standards and in particular our overall winners Noel and Sinead Griffin who are fantastic role models for other farms to follow.

The Agri farming sector has become a huge part of our business and our Agri specialists’ team of John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron who are specialists in this area and are available to call and discuss any farm insurance requirements you might have.

I also want to thank John McNamara Teagasc Health and Safety Officer and Chairman of our judging panel who along with Sue Phelan, Kildalton College and Kieran O’Connor, O’Connor Communications / WLR Agricultural

Owen Power, Teagasc, Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Award judge John McNamara, Teagasc are pictured with Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Award finalists, Bernie Nugent and Maurice Hallahan.

[Noel Browne]

Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award Finalists, Matthew and Anne Fogarty from Whitechurch, Cappagh are pictured receiving their certificate from John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri.

[Noel Browne]

The Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Judge’s Special Merit Award went to Jim McGrath, Ashleigh Farms and his son’s Jason and John accepted the award on behalf of their father from Hooper Dolan Insurances CEO, Cathal Lowe.

[Noel Browne]

Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award Finalists, Jason and John McGrath from Ashleigh Farms are pictured receiving their certificate from John Paul Kiely and Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan Agri on behalf of their father, Jim [Noel Browne] McGrath.

Correspondent did such a diligent job for us with judging and farm visits” The winning Griffin farm is a family run dairy farm where Noel, Sinead and family have the highest standard of farm safety from their dairy parlour, calf and winter housing, slurry facilities, farmyard lighting, machinery as well as a children's play area. While they also have constructed a special road underpass to avoid cows crossing a busy main road twice daily Speaking as Chairman of the judging panel John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Officer said, “Farming needs constant health and safety management to prevent accidents due to its hazardous nature. As a Judge of the Awards, we found that participants very motivated to manage farm health

Kieran O’Connor, MC and member of the Hooper Dolan Farm Safety Award judging panel speaking with Eamonn Griffin, father of the winning farmer, Noel Griffin from Cappagh.

[Noel Browne]

and safety on a continuing basis plus all had fully updated Risk Assessment Documents.

In addition we observed numerous innovative safety features to solve farm specific problems clearly showing that farm safety was in participant mind-sets.

Participants had also skilfully implemented many buildings and equipment upgrades to adapt farms for expansion which positively impacted on farm health and safety.

Health issues such as having a regular health check and eliminating heavy lifting to avoid musculoskeletal injuries was also being practiced by farmers.

I want in particular to thank Hooper Dolan for this great initiative and generous sponsorship of the awards to highlight Best Farm Safety and give further impetus

in promoting Farm Health & Safety.

The four other award finalists who each received framed certificates are John P. & Bernie Nugent, Rathgormack, Co. Waterford; Matthew Fogarty, Whitechurch, Cappagh, Co. Waterford; Maurice Hallahan, Grange, Co.Waterford; Jim McGrath, Ballinameela, Co. Waterford.

A judge’s special merit award was also presented to Jim McGrath, Ashleigh Farms and was accepted by his sons Jason and James.

To apply contact: John Paul Kiely / Richard Barron, Hooper Dolan, The Mall, Waterford, Tel 051 860 600 john.paulkiely@hooperdolan.ie / www.hooperdolan.ie Note: Closing date for entries is Friday, 23rd November, 2018.

Cappagh dairy farmer Noel Griffin was announced as the Hooper Dolan Waterford Farm Safety Award winner for 2018.

His parent’s Eamonn and Eithne Griffin were in the Park Hotel to pick up the prize of €2,000 along with a Waterford Crystal trophy on his behalf and they are pictured with Paul Power, Business Manager, Glanbia and Marie Scanlon, Glanbia.

[Noel Browne]

COUNTY NEWS NEWSREEL …

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St. John’s Special School Mini-Lotto Results THURSDAY, 17th Janaury, 2019 – Numbers drawn: 13, 25, 27. There was no winner of our €300 jackpot. €20 Lucky Dip winners: Majella Fitzgerald, Killeagh; Stan Cummins, Dungarvan; Eoin Kilcawley. Next week's jackpot will be €350. Tickets are €2 and available from The Country Store, Hallahan's Pharmacy, McGrath's Newsagents, Forde's Spar in Tallow, Conna Post Office and Decky’s Bar in Modeligo. Thanks so much to everyone for your support!

Helvick to feature on TG4’s Bailte BAILTE, the new 13 part TV series on TG4 which examines life in Gaeltacht townlands will feature Helvick, An Rinn at 8.30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 30th. Produced and directed by West Waterford woman Darina Clancy, some of the Helvick episode was filmed during the 2018 RNLI Annual Helvick Swim & BBQ and captures the excitement and ethos of this great community event and the glorious July sunshine on the beautiful Ring peninsula, Ballinacourty Pier and Dungarvan Bay.

KILMAC GAA CLUB SOCIAL All roads lead to the Park Hotel, Dungarvan on next Friday night, 25th January when Kilmacthomas GAA Club will hold their club social . Its been a great year for our club and we look forward to 2019 being an even better year. Looking forward to seeing you all on the night, a great night of good food, music and fun assured.

LOTTO Kilmacthomas AFC lotto winners on Saturday, 18th January winner.

Five winners of €20 each to Murt Power, c/o PPI; Damien Carey, Craughaun Vew, Klmac; Gary McCormack, c/o PPI; Theresa Power, Walsh Place, Kilmac and Caroline Casey and Margaret Scurry, Kilmac. Next week’s Jackpot €2000, be in to win.

WHIST Ballylaneen Whist Club results for Monday, 13th January – Agnes Thomas, Mary Walsh, Maureen O’Sullivan, Eileen Power, Biddy Carroll, Cissie Kiely, Stess Connolly, Eric Townsend, Mary Power and Nicola Carroll. Raffle winners Stess Connolly, Monica Gough, Mary O'Donnell and Eileen Power.

FLEADH CHEOIL NA nDEISE Comeraghs Comhaltas based in Cuil na Smear will hold their annual Co. Waterford festival of traditional music, song and dance in Kilmacthomas over the weekend of May 17th / 19th. We are holding a meeting in Kieresey,s Bar & Tea Rooms on Wednesday, January 30th at 8.00 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

KILROSSANTY BINGO Dont forget the Bingo this Friday night in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m.sharp. The proceeds will go to Parish funds. Prize money €1,200, Jackpot is €2,100. Cash prizes for raffle. Hope to see lots of support for this bingo.

I.C.A. Names for the annual dinner for ICA ladies and their friends to be given to Kay Veale or Molly Casey immediately. Dinner is in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan on 1st February.

Price is €28.50.

NEW BOOK Congratulations to Catherine Kirwan, Ballyboy whose novel Darkest Truth, published by Penguin

was launched in Waterstones Cork during the week. A great read full of suspense and twists which will get you through the remaining dull days of January. Buy it now or use your book tokens.

Set in Cork and with her legal background, Catherine has written about what she knows.

Unputdownable as they say. Well done Catherine.

WELL DONE Congratulations to Tommy Prendergast, Kealfoun who was voted Footballer of the Year at the awards ceremony in Lawlor’s Hotel last Friday night. It was a great honour for Tom and his family, also his club and county. Well done Tommy.

Coach Emmet O'Toole and Athlete William McGrath from Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford in attendance at the Special Olympics Ireland official launch Team Ireland for the 2019 Word Summer Games at the Carlton Hotel Tyrellstown in Dublin.

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Kilmacthomas athlete to compete for Team Ireland at the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in Abu Dhabi THIS March, William McGrath (38) from Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford will travel to Abu Dhabi to compete in Football at the 2019 Special Olympics World Summer Games. Part of a 91-strong Team Ireland squad, William will represent his country at highest level of sporting competition for Special Olympics athletes.

The road to Abu Dhabi started four years ago; this week, the final preparations began in earnest for Special Olympics athletes across the country, with the official launch of Team Ireland for the 2019 World Games.

Taking place between 14-21 March 2019, Abu Dhabi 2019 will be the largest sporting and humanitarian event in the world this year.

Supported by a volunteer management team of 39, including football coach and chaperone Emmet O’Toole from Waterford city, Team Ireland will join 7,000 Special Olympics athletes from 170 countries at the Games.

Supporters and sponsors caught up with the athletes for the official launch of the squad on Friday night in Dublin, ahead of their last residential Team Ireland training session this weekend. The 91 athletes travelled to Dublin to train together and ensure that they are ready to take on their biggest sporting challenge yet.

Emma McMenamin, Head of Delegation for Team Ireland added: “These athletes are extremely focused and determined and like any athlete facing into a major competition, they are putting 100% into their training. It

was great to see how excited the athletes are to be part of this huge event. To represent Team Ireland and compete on the World Stage in Abu Dhabi is a big honour and one these Special Olympics athletes are not taking lightly.”

Ahead of the official launch, President Michael D. Higgins sent a message of support to Team Ireland athletes. He said: “Being chosen to represent your country on the international stage is a great honour indeed.

It is a tribute, not only to your great talent as athletes, but also to your dedication, hard work and perseverance; qualities which make you inspirational role models and admirable ambassadors for Ireland.

“I thank you for your commitment to representing our country so proudly on the international stage and assure you that, as you travel to Abu Dhabi, you bring with you the support and goodwill of all of the people of Ireland. May I wish each and every one of you every success and many precious moments of enjoyment and happiness at the 2019 Games. May I also commend those who have encouraged and assisted you on your journey to date including your coaches and family members.

“I have no doubt that Ireland’s great reputation at the World Summer Games will be further enhanced by Team Ireland’s performance in Abu Dhabi, and that you will make us very proud indeed.”

Special Olympics Ireland is first and

foremost a sports organisation and charity that supports children and adults with intellectual disabilities. As the countdown to the World Games gets under way, Special Olympics Ireland is calling on the business community and individuals to help them raise much-needed funds to send the athletes to Abu Dhabi.To cover the cost of sending Team Ireland to the Games, Special Olympics needs to raise a total of €455,000 (€5,000 per athlete).

Matt English, CEO Special Olympics Ireland, said: “2019 is shaping up to be a huge year for our athletes having worked so hard over the past three years to qualify for these Games. Companies large and small can show their support for Team Ireland by visiting www.specialolympics.ie and getting involved in our support an athlete campaign.The Irish community have been so generous towards us and we are calling on you again to play your part and help make the dreams of our athletes come true.”

For further information about Team Ireland and the Support an Athlete programme, visit www.specialolympics.ie To keep up to date with Team Ireland’s preparations for the Special Olympics World Summer Games in Abu Dhabi, follow Special Olympics Ireland on Twitter @SOIreland and Facebook, facebook.com/SpecialOlympicsIreland and follow the hashtags, #TeamIreland and #PlayYourPart.

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KILL OUT WITH THE OLD! Start your spring cleaning and de-cluttering by bagging up all your reusable clothes, coats, boots, shoes, belts and handbags for Kill National School's Clothes Collection which will take place on Friday, March 8th at 10.00 a.m. Bags can only be dropped to the school that morning but if you cannot hold until then, contact Grace at 0863289212.

Please contact all your family and friends and get them bagging up too! This is a vital fundraiser for our School's pupils as it goes a long way towards keeping the costs of gymnastics and swimming down and also helps with our Book Rental Scheme which the Parent's Association initiated this school year to great success.

Not only do we benefit but the company we use for the Clothes Collection makes a donation to Barretstown too this is a camp for very sick children set up by the late actor Paul Newman! Our last collection netted us €646 which also meant that over 2 tonnes of your unwanted STUFF was saved from landfill. So hit the hotpress, drag out yer drawers and whittle down that wardrobe NOW! YOUR VILLAGE NEEDS YOU! All residents, clubs and organisations of the Kill area are cordially invited to attend the Kill Action & Alert Group's AGM on Tuesday, February 5th at 7.30 p.m. in Kill Community Centre where the order of business will include the announcement of the allocation of €80,000 grant awarded to the Group via the Town & Village Renewal Scheme. Come and hear their plans and ideas for 2019 and share your ideas too.

A new committee will also be elected on the night. The Group will also be meeting tonight, Tuesday, January 22nd at 7.30 p.m. in Kill Community Centre and all are welcome to attend.

There is no obligation to volunteer but just one hour of your 2019 will go a long way for your Village.

MARY'S U-6S/7S/8S Indoor Training for children

born 2010-2014 continues in Kill Community Centre on Friday evenings - U-6s at 5.00 p.m. - 5.45 p.m., 7 & 8s 5.50 p.m.

- 7.00 p.m. Indoor hurls are provided, please just bring helmets, runners, water and €2 per first child, €1 per sibling. Contact Grace at 086-3289212 for more information and details about the helmet order which will be taking place soon.

SEAVIEW YOUTH CLUB There is no need to be a member of Seaview Celtic to attend the weekly youth club. All 8-14 year olds are very welcome every Friday at Seaview, Annestown from 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Admission is just €4 per child and all leaders are Garda Vetted. Activities include Lego Room, PS4, Wii, Table Tennis, Karaoke, Board games and Puzzles, Fussball, Pool, the biggest Scalextric set ever, soccer on AstroTurf, or just come and hang out with your friends. Contact Sean at 086-8597793 for more information.

MICHAEL POWER MEMORIAL CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM Please make sure to return any sponsorship cards for the 2018 Michael Power Memorial Swim to any member of the committee before the January 25th.

Presentation of the proceeds will take place in Kirwan's Bar in Kill on Friday, February 1st.

DAVID KEENAN IN KILL We are delighted to announce that David Keenan is to headline The GealachGorm Singer / Songwriter Festival 2019.

David has been a rising star in the Irish music scene and beyond enjoying phenomenal success in recent months playing sold out performances both here in Ireland and across the Atlantic.

This is an opportunity to see David up close in the very cosy atmospheric venue that is The Gealach Gorm Theatre.

Support comes from Northern Ireland duo Lemoncello. In their relatively short lifespan, Lemoncello have played a sold out show in France at the beautiful Musée de La Piscine in Roubaix, supported renowned Irish songwriters

Déise Animal Sanctuary Pet of the Week: Kitty!

HERE is Miss Kitty, a beautiful young girl, about a year old.

She’s white and black with green eyes. Kitty is up to date on her shots and has been spayed. She would love a place by the fire, but as long as she has love and attention, she will be happy.You will be, too!

For more information about Kitty or any of the other 200+ creatures at the Déise Animal Sanctuary in Ballymacarbry, please call Pat at 087-3119509.

The Déise Animal Sanctuary is

a registered charity (CHY 21017) serving County Waterford and beyond.

Mick Flannery & Damien Dempsey, & helped start ‘Common Grounds Collective‘, a group dedicated to building a network of musicians of all disciplines, giving them a platform to create and showcase original works within a nurturing community environment. New York based Those Sensible Shoes, no strangers to the festival will complete the festival line up.

Tickets are €17 (incl. fees) and are on sale now through Eventbrite tinyurl.com/y9ongtdf or book your tickets by calling or texting 086-8569358. The show takes place on Sunday, February 24th at 8.00 p.m.

SOCIAL DANCING Social dancing continues each Tuesday night from 9.00 a.m. – 11.30 p.m. On 22nd January Michael Cahill will provide the music and on Tuesday, 29th January Peter Burke will be on stage. Admission is €10 and refreshments are served. So why not put on your dancing shoes and come along and dance the night away or just sit and relax and enjoy the music. A great social atmosphere is guaranteed.

BINGO Its Bingo night again this Thursday, January 24th in Kill Community Centre at 8.00 p.m.

Our Jackpot is up for grabs, as is the raffle on the night.

Refreshments are served and the shop will be available on the night.

ST. MARY'S JUVENILE CLUB For St. Mary's U-6s/7/8s, indoor training has now resumed every Friday, with hurling for U6s 5.00 p.m. - 5.45 p.m., U-7 and 8s at 5.45 p.m. New members are always welcome, just bring a helmet, runners and €2 to cover the hall costs. Indoor hurls and lots of fun provided.

KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's lotto draw held in Dunphy's Bar, there was no winner of the jackpot worth €10,000. On the night, we had one match 3 winner who was Emma Gallagher. The numbers drawn were 7, 8, 19 and 22. The lotto draw was sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan.

"Cursing Stone" in the Copper Coast Geopark's Geological Garden, Bunmahon.

BONMAHON BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn for our recent lotto were 2, 7, 20 and 21.We had no Jackpot winner but Bridget Corcoran (Knockmahon school) matched 3 numbers to win €150.

Bridget's numbers were 2, 7, 20 and 23. Our next Jackpot stands at €12,000 with a Match 3 paying €150 or €50 for lucky dips.

COPPER COAST GEOPARK Have you visited the Geological Garden in Bunmahon lately? Have you seen the Cursing Stone recently installed and on permanent display?

Magical powers were ascribed to this distinctive object, a sea-rolled conglomerate.

"Move yourself around it anticlockwise, counter to the movement of the sun, and intone a malign curse on someone to whom you wish evil - may your cows dry-up, or your crops fail, or a plague of fleas infest you."

Beware the power of the Cursing Stone!

Thank you to Rev. Fr. Michael Walsh for presenting this stone to the Copper Coast Geopark, and to Des Cowman for the information.www.coppercoastgeopark.com

Waterford’s Archaeology from the Air A lecture by Simon Dowling to the Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society THE Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society lecture season for 2018 and 2019 continues on Friday, 25th January with a lecture at 8.00 p.m. in St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre, Waterford when Simon Dowling, a local pharmacist, will share his passion for Waterford's rich archaeological heritage with his talk on, “Waterford's Archaeology From the Air”. Simon has spent a number of years photographing, scanning and analysing sites of archaeological interest around the county.

The talk will showcase a virtual overview of Waterford’s archaeology that has been imprinted on the landscape across the county.

Simon applies an aerial scanning technique called photogrammetry, a method which

often reveals hidden details in the landscape which may otherwise be overlooked. He has been involved in a number of heritage projects across the county in this capacity and will share visualisations of the sites recorded.

The Summer of 2018 also presented a special opportunity for airbourne photographers to record cropmarks and make new discoveries, and part of the talk will detail his endeavours in this respect. 2018 also saw the publication of an aerial laser survey (LIDAR) covering parts of the country, and he will give an overview of the different types of archaeological sites that this has brought to light across County Waterford.

The talk aims to avoid much of the tech-

nical details and instead focus on presenting virtual visits to a variety of archaeological sites around the county. It should therefore be enjoyable and accessible for anyone with an interest in the County’s heritage.

Admission to the lecture is €5 (students €2.50), but is free for members of the Waterford Archaeological and Historical Society.

Details of the full programme of monthly lectures and other events can be found on the Society’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/waterfordhistory/. New members are always welcome, the membership application form can be downloaded from http://www.waterford-history.org.

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ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS

This week's photo comes from the collection of the late Alice Dimond, nee Moore (1923-2008) of Carriganna. The photo was probably taken some time in the late mid- to late 1930s. The girl on the pony is Alice Moore. The man on the left may be her father, Charlie Moore, but we're not sure. We don't know who the girl on the right is. The cottage looks like Dunford's on the Chapel Road but we're open to correction on that. If you have any queries or information on this photo, phone Tom - 087-9386209 - or email Cian - cianflaherty96@gmail.com [Courtesy of Hazel Dimond]

STRADBALLY AGM Stradbally Tidy Towns Committee Annual General Meeting takes place at the GAA Centre in Stradbally on Wednesday night, 23rd January, 2019 at 7.30 p.m. There is an open invitation to anyone interested in getting involved in tidy towns to attend especially those in the newer estates or anyone that has an hour to spare when the work evenings begin as the weather improves.

ALPHA Alpha is an invitation to come and explore the basics of the Christian faith in a friendly and informal environment at Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan on Tuesday, 22nd January, 2019 running until 2nd April, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Alpha currently runs in 169 countries, over 24 million people have attended Alpha worldwide and approximately 20,000 people attended in Ireland. Each week comprises of food, a short talk and a discussion afterwards where you can share your thoughts.

Alpha is free of charge.

For catering purposes please indicate if you plan to attend to

either email parishofficedungarvan@eircom.net or phone 086 233 4282. Explore life, faith meaning.

PINS AND NEEDLES CLUB The Pins and Needles Club meet on Monday, 21st January at the Old Schoolroom St. James School, Stradbally and on Monday, 28th January from 7 p.m. to 9.30 p.m.

STRADBALLY MARKET The range of whole foods improves each week at the Stradbally Market. The choice of nutty brown bread, brown, white, fruit and cheese scones.

Vegetables and fruit of all description and bags of floury potatoes.

If you want that special treat there are tarts, cakes, pastries, buns and bread pudding, just to name a few. Chutneys with various flavours and jams and lemon curd to pile on your brown or white homemade bread.

If you still have not got your 2019 calendar there are still some copies of the local Stradbally Market calendar available.

The market takes place at the

Cove Bar, Stradbally each Saturday morning from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. with the added bonus of tea, coffee and scones available after you have shopped.

CAST AWAY The Cast assembled last week for the first rehearsal of "Sleeping Beauty and the Beast". The general air of exuberance and enthusiasm was tempered by the palpable misgivings of one or two members of the troupe.

Cracks in the Oscar night smiles betrayed the disappointment of a glamorous girl once again playing a brute, and a would be fairy denied her wings.

Brave faces were worn by several who competed unsuccessfully for Mrs Teapot, and there was no antagonism or unseemly language as everyone settled down their allotted role.

In the coming week songs old and new will be thrown into the arena, and even the most lacklustre part is expected to bring joy. The pantomime is a fundraiser for the Barron Hall, to be performed on 22nd and 23rd February, tickets available from 1st February.

Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes 2019 5th - 10th JUNE, 2019 Application Forms for Invalid Section of Lourdes Pilgrimage now available. If you would like to be considered for travelling with the Invalid Section of the Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes please make contact with the undersigned without delay. Closing date for applications: 18th March, 2019.

Name (Guild) Telephone No. :– Joan Hogan (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty) 05842103; Triona Hennessy (Ardmore/Grange) 024-94584; Ellen Daly (Ballyduff Upper) 058-60125; Noel Mason (Cappoquin) 058-

54296; Phyllis O’Halloran (Clashmore) 02496644; Ann Crowther / Noel Devereux (Colligan) 087-7606941, 087 -2572850, 058) 41113; Kathleen Keane (Dungarvan) 087-9729233; Ned Dunphy (Kilrossanty) 086-2639446; Tom Murphy (Lismore) 05854606; Danny Coughlan (Modeligo) 0877609198; Margaret McCarthy (Affane) 05854587; Siobhan de Faoite (Ring) 058-46191; Tessie Begley (Stradbally, Co. Waterford) 051-293267; Frances Tobin / Eddie Cunningham (Tallow) 086-3900006, 058-56672.

SURVEY Ardmore Tidy Towns has carried out a detailed biodiverstiy survey of all the plants and nature habitats in the village.

It included a detailed study of The Cliff Walk in preparation for the proposed improvements there.

John Tierney presented a most professional and detailed result to The Executive committee and County Council personnel last week. In his presentation, John clearly identified the various habitats that are protected and other important vegetation and areas that need to be preserved in any work.

It was a most impressive presentation and it is now a very important study and record to ensure the preservation and enhancement of Ardmore’s rich natural heritage and environment.

ST DECLAN’S WAY A lot of money has been spent upgrading St. Declan’s Way in recent years. When Siobhán Lincoln started the project to reopen the 60 mile ancient pathway that connects Cashel to Ardmore, probably 30 or so years ago, most thought it would never

happen.

But she persevered and walked the path herself and the campaign went on. Ardmore GAA Club did a few sponsored walks on the 26 mile stretch of it from Lismore to Ardmore back around 2004-’05 and Bernie Stilwell did significant clearing work on that stretch at the time.

Then in recent years a South Tipperary led group took up the mantle and with the backing of sizeable Leader funding, they’ve really done a fine job on it. If you click on the link below you will get a lovely insight into the ramblings of many of the visitors you will see arriving to Ardmore on foot. https://stevebarhamramblingman.com/category/walking-hiking-rambling/ireland/stdeclans-way-cahir-to-ardmore/ SPLIT THE POT Well done to Georgina Keogh who won €205 in the Split the Pot last week. The Ardmore National School Parents’ Association also received €205.

Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participat-

ing businesses in the village.

Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the businesses who sell and keep the envelopes for us.

POKER AT ROUND TOWER HOTEL Well done to Fr Finbarr Lucey who outflanked all the bluffers to win last week’s poker at The Round Tower Hotel. Catherine Mansfield was 2nd and James Bryan was 3rd. Jerome Curran ended up with 90% of the total stake at the runner up table and I managed to sweep up the few crumbs that were left.

PROGRESSIVE 45 AT KEEVERS We had a 3 way tie on 8 games at Keevers last week involving Peggy Keevers & Marie Stilwell, Tommy Power & Michael O’Reilly and Richie Tobin & Anthony O’Mahony. Willie & Brian Keane were best of the last 5 and Pat & Mary Prendergast won the last game.

SYMPATHY Ardmore Tidy Towns offer sincere sympathy to the Walsh family on the death of Paddy Walsh, who passed away during the week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Abbeyside Scouts (4th Waterford) AFTER the prayer, we had a warm-up game reminding Scouts what was where on a compass.

Then we had a discussion about what we had done so far badge wise.

Between September and Hallowe'en we worked on our Pioneering Badge. From Hallowe'en to last week, we worked on our Bushcraft Badge. Now it was time to revisit Pioneering but this time making gadgets and furniture for camp, which would be useful at the County Challenge in April.

Firstly, we had to revisit square lashings, leading to tripods. It is amazing how much you forget if you

haven't done it in a while so it was a well worth exercise! Next week we will move on to tables and other camp gadgets.

We have a lot coming up in the next few weeks.

On Saturday, 26th January, we are going to have our first hike of the year and do the Cliff Walk at Ardmore.The County Scout Weekend is on the 8th - 10th February in Melleray Scout Centre. Deposit in next week please.

Finally, we wish one of our Scouts a speedy recovery after a recent operation. Get well soon, Axel.

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Dungarvan Fire and Rescue Service Presentation to Lions Club – Georgie Hamilton, Dungarvan Fire & Rescue Service presenting a cheque for €5,600 (Proceeds of their Annual Christmas Ladder Climb in Dungarvan Square) to Phyliss David, President Dungarvan Lions Club towards the Lions Club Chrtistmas Appeal. Included are John Coade, Dermot Arnold and Des Power, Dungarvan Lions Club and Members of Dungarvan Fire & Rescue Service. [Sean Byrne]

NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA RANGANNA GAEILGE Beidh ranganna Gaeilge ar siúl i nGaeltacht na nDéise i rith an Earrach. Sraith deich rang a bheidh ann, ag tosnú oíche Céadaoin 6 Feabhra.

Beidh na ranganna ar siúl i Meánscoil San Nioclás sa Rinn, más maith leat tú féin a chlárú i gcomhair na ranganna tar go dtí an Meánscoil ag 6.30i.n. ar an 6ú Feabhra. Beidh na ranganna ar siúl ón a 7 ‘dtí 8:30i.n. Beidh na ranganna ar fáil ar ceithre leibhéil, Glantosaitheoirí, Bunrang, Meánrang agus Ardrang. Is é an táille ná €50.Tuilleadh eolais: 058 46664 nó cuir r-phost ‘dtí cfdeise@gmail.com Irish classes will be held in the Waterford Gaeltacht during the spring. This will be a tenweek course and classes will begin on Wednesday 6th of February. Classes will be held in Meánscoil San Nioclás in An Rinn and if you would like to register for the course, come along to the Meánscoil at 6.30pm on Wednesday 6th of February. Classes will take place from 7pm to 8:30pm.The classes will be available at four levels, absolute beginners, beginners, intermediate and advanced. The fee is €50. Further information available from 058 46664 or email cfdeise@gmail.com COISTE LOURDES - AN RINN AGUS AN SEAN PHOBAL Más suim leat dul ar oilithreacht Phort Láirge agus an Leasa Mhóir go Lourdes i mí an Mheitheamh 2019, tar i dteagmháil linn gan mhoill. Is féidir do chuid sonraí a thabhairt dtí’n tAthair Ó Ceallaigh, Siobhán De Faoite ag 058 46191 nó Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa ag 058 46262.

At present we are taking names of sick people in our Parish who would like to travel on the Waterford & Lismore Dioceson Pilgrimage to Lourdes in June, 2019. Please give your name to An tAth Ó Ceallaigh, Siobhán De Faoite on 058 46191 or Seosaimhthín Uí Mhuiríosa on 058 46262, as soon as possible.

TITHE INACMHAINNE | LÉIRITHE SPÉISE Tá fáilte roimh léirithe spéise ar thithe inacmhainne i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Táimid ag iarraidh éileamh ar thithe inacmhainne sa cheantar a mheas agus má bhíonn go leor éilimh, tabharfar coiste le chéile chun tús a chur leis an

bpróiseas chun Comharchumann Tithíochta a bhunú sa cheantar.Tar i dteagmháil le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise ag cfdeise@gmail.com / 058 46664 i gcomhair a thuilleadh eolais.

SEIRBHÍS BUS I NGAELTACHT NA nDÉISE Tá seirbhís bus idir Aird Mhór agus Dún Garbhán ar fáil anois. Tá stadanna in An Sean Phobal, Heilbhic, Baile na nGall, ag Oifig an Phoist agus i Maoil ‘a Choirne. Seirbhís ceithre uair sa ló, Luan go Satharn atá ann.Tuilleadh eolas ar www.locallinkwaterford.ie AN GHAELTACHT CLG | TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine.

SPRAOI | GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10r.n. go 12i.n.

Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil.

Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087 7470428.

GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán. Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30r.n. go 12i.n.

Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí.

Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie.

An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30am to 12pm on Tuesday. Further information: contact Cabríní on 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SCÉIM TÚS An bhfaigheann tú an Liúntas Cuardaitheora Poist? An bhfuil tú dífhostaithe agus ag iarraidh obair a dhéanamh ar tograí pobail? Bíonn deiseanna ar fáil faoin scéim TÚS do dhaoine

dífhostaithe sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal. Más rud é go bhfuil tú faoi 25 bliain d’aois, tá buntáiste mór ar fáil. Déan teagmháil le cigire TÚS Cian O hAileasa ag 087 3770256 nó Bainisteoir Comhlacht Forbartha na nDéise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin ag 058 46664 nó cfdeise@gmail.com Are you on job seekers allowance? Are you Unemployed and interested in working in Local Community Projects? Tús provides work opportunities for all unemployed people in the An Rinn/An Sean Phobal area. If you are less than 25 years of age there will be a major financial incentive for participating. Contact the Tús supervisor Cian O hAileasa at 087 3770256 or the manager of Comhlacht Forbartha na nDeise, Críostóir Ó Faoláin 058 46664.

CAIRDE NA GAELTACHTA Buaileann Cairde na Gaeltachta, Cumann Gníomhaíochta Lucht Scoir i nGaeltacht na nDéise, le chéile an céad Máirt den mhí ag 3i.n. in Ionad Pobail na Rinne. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách.

CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó (083) 1128870.

The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or (083) 1128870.

SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com.

If you think you could benefit from a panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com.

MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 058-46664.

Tionól Niocláis Tóibín 2019 i Rinn Ua gCuanach: 8 – 10 Feabhra Tionól Niocláis Tóibín - an stair agus an scéal.

The History and the story!

THOSAIGH Tionól Ceoil na Rinne siar sa bhliain 1990, nuair a tháinig cúpla amhránaí as Conamara agus cúpla píobaire le chéile. Thar na blianta, thainig fás agus forbairt ar an Tionól agus bhí ceardlanna, ranganna agus ceolchoirm i gceist.

Tógadh briseadh i 1994 ach thosaigh sé arís i 2002 agus tá sé leanta ó shin. Tá méadú tagtha ar na huirlisí a múintear, bronntar Gradam Niocláis Tóibín gach bliain agus le cúpla bliain anus, seoltar dlúthdhiosca ná dhó chomh maith. Roinnt bhlianta siar déanadh athainmniú ar an Tionól go Tionól Niocláis Tóibín, i gcuimhne ar an réalt sean nóis ón Rinn ach lean leagan amach an deireadh seachtaine díreach mar a chéile!

Bionn scoth na namhránaithe, ceoltóirí agus rinceoirí inár measc gach bliain. Táimid faoi scáth an bhróin i mbliana ar chúpla cúis. Níl ach cúpla seachtain ann ó cailleadh Eibhlís Tóibín, deirfiúr Niocláis. Bhí Eibhlís ana-dhílis don Tionól agus bhronn sí Gradam Niocláis gach bliain ó 2012 go 2017.

D’éag Mícheál Ó Suilleabháin chomh maith le déanaí, fear uasal agus ceoltóir den scoth, agus sheol seisean an Tionól go hoifigiúil siar sna 1990adaí. Cé nach raibh Nan Ghriallais, Liam Ó Floinn ná Alec Finn linn go hoifigiúil ag Tionól, bhíodar uilig anseo sa Rinn agus cuimhnímid orthu an deireadh seachtaine seo.

Ar deireadh, tá cúig bliana fichead ann(1994) ó d’éag Nioclás agus mar sin is Tionól ar leith ceann na bliana seo a thosnóidh ar an Aoine 8adh lá

Feabhra. Beidh sonraí fenár gcuairteoirí an tseachtain seo chugainn.

Tionól Ceoil na Rinne began in 1990, when a few sean nós singers from Conamara and a few pipers came together. Over the years the Tionól has grown and developed with workshops, classes and a concert added.

After taking a break in 1994, it recommenced in 2002 and has been run annually since then. We now tutor in other instruments, we present Gradam Niocláis Tóibín annually and a CD or two have been launched over the weekend. Some years back, the Tionól was renamed Tionól Niocláis Tóibín, in memory of the local sean nós virtuoso but nothing else has changed!

The cream of singers, musicians and dancers visit us from year to year.

We’re in mourning this year for a few reasons. It’s only a few short weeks since Eibhlís Tóibín, Nioclás’s sister, passed away. She was very loyal to the Tionól and she presented the Gradam each year from 2012 to 2017.

Míchéal Ó Súilleabháin, also left us recently, a gentleman to his fingertips as well as being a superb musician. He launched a Tionól back in the 1990s. Although Nan Ghriallais, Liam Ó Floinn and Alec Finn weren’t at a Tionol, they all spent time here in An Rinn, and they will be in our thoughts this weekend.

Finally, it’s twenty five years (1994) since Nioclás passed away so it’s a special Tionól this year, starting on Friday, February 8th. There will be further details next week about our visiting artists.

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The American scene: Gavin Hallahan (Con Sweeney), Emma Walsh (Lizzie Sweeney), Kris Cowming (Gar Public) and Liam Roche (Ben Burton) at rehearsals in Tallow Community Centre last week.

‘Philadelphia’ to open in Tallow next week

The Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart THE Catholic School is an integral part of a parish community. Sincere thanks is due to teachers who work in our schools.

Teachers present the Catholic way of life to the students that is both though provoking and respectful. Many may not know intentions of the NCCA, which is a statutory body of removing Faith formation from the core curriculum. I would draw your attention to an article in the Furrow magazine, the December edition where Daniel O'Connell produces a paper 'Catholic primary schools on rapidly thinning ice. He lectures in Religious Education at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick.

The Catholic Schools Week begins on January 27th. The daily themes are as follows: Monday Living tradition. Our school has traditions and these help make our school unique and different from other schools. Today we celebrate all those special things that make our Catholic school what it is.We are all part of this living tradition.

Tuesday 'Welcoming diversity’. Today we are asked to think about how our Catholic school is a place where everyone is welcome. In our school every person, no matter their background or where they come from makes our school a better place.

Wednesday 'Grandparent’s Day’. Grandparents can be very important teachers who show us how to love, how to be caring and how to share.They teach us about the past and about the importance of caring for each other. They can teach us about God and how prayer is such a wonderful way to talk to God.Thursday; In service to our community.Today we celebrate the things that we do in the community that show we are called to help and care as Jesus taught us. Friday; Supporting Faith. We think

about how we can celebrate our Faith. Our Catholic School can help us live as Jesus taught us.

In prayer, we learn to talk and listen to God and know that God will never stop loving us. We learn about Confession, Mass, and Confirmation and how these help us to come closer to God. Through lessons, stories, and so we learn that we are children of god and that by using our gifts and talents we can help create a world where people treat each other with kindness and mercy and love.

Our school could not function without the generous work of the Parents Council. The government of our school done by the Board of Management is a totally free service to our country.

The time has come when the Department of Education must put in place real support for members of Boards as their legal responsibly are more than off putting to good people who want only the best for their school. Between directives and policies, each of which have a myriad of sub sections which we would need a senior council to tease out coming from the Department of Education needs urgent review. Great thanks is due to our Principals in Bothar na Naomh and in Blackwater Community School. Thanks to all the ancillary staff who make such a contribution to our schools MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m.

Saturday, 26th January - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m.

Sunday, 27th January 2019 - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m.

Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m.

Parish Radio Link 103.9FM.

OPENING night is just around the corner for Brideview Drama Tallow who will stage their production of Brian Friel’s ‘Philadelphia, Here I Come’ on February 1st in Tallow Community Centre.

The play follows a day in the life of Gareth O’Donnell who is heading off to Philadelphia the following morning.

A story of heartbreak, emigration, hopes, dreams, youth and old age, ‘Philadelphia’ is a story relatable to many.

Set in the 1960s in Northern Ireland, it is an era where feelings are kept under lock and key, while the American Dream swirls in every young person’s head.

With a stellar cast of Kris Cowming, John Stack, Sean Ahern, Helen Aherne, Gráinne Barry, Liam Roche, Gavin Hallahan, Emma Walsh, Ted O’Brien, Conor Goulding, John Cullinane and Eoghan Hennessy led by the directing duo of Jack Aherne and Tomas Roche, this play is due to be a well polished

and entertaining show.

Following on from last year’s success with ‘Stolen Child’, Brideview Drama will contest 8 competitions around the country throughout the month of March on the festival circuit.

However, before they travel, it is essential that they get a number of performances under their belt, starting with three performances

in their home town on Tallow on Friday, February 1st, Saturday 2nd and Saturday 9th.

The show will start at 8.15 p.m. nightly at Tallow Community Centre where there will be refreshments and a raffle at half-time.

To book your place phone Tallow Enterprise Centre on 058-56445. Tickets €12.

Philadelphia Here I Come: John Stack and Kris Cowming who will be performing as Gar Private and Gar Public in Brideview's upcoming production.

TALLOW BRIDGE CLUB RESULTS FROM TALLOW December 10th: 1st Mary McCarthy & Alice Henley; 2nd Ann Tobin & Rita Leamy; 3rd Martha Keniry & Peter Reilly.

December 17th Christmas Party: 1st Peter Reilly & Maura Callanan; 2nd Anne Murphy & Paddy Condon; 3rd Kay Barry & Ita Meade.

January 7th: 1st Anne Murphy & Breda Sexton; 2nd Greta Barry & Rita Leamy; 3rd Dette Hogan & Ita Butler.

AWARDS NIGHT Saturday, January 19th saw the first ever Tallow Community Awards night held in Tallow Community Centre, and what a night it was! Congratulations to

the many people who were nominated and who received awards on the night. As with so many small rural communities it’s people like these to help keep the cogs turning.

Many of the people involved in the awards night are the unseen, who work tirelessly behind the scenes at the many functions and events and in the planning and delivering of the many projects which take place throughout the year in the community. Well done one and all.

SOCIAL DANCING Social Dancing continues this coming Friday night, January 25th in Tallow Community Centre, dancing with Pat Daly, from 9 pm to midnight. A great

night assured, refreshments served and all for only €10.

TALLOW ENTERPRISE CENTRE Spring classes are now underway at Tallow Training and Enterprise Centre. If there are any classes you are interested in, give us a call and we will be able to help you choose a class to suit you. 058-56445. A Safe Pass course will take place on Tuesday, February 26th, contact us for further details.

BINGO The Jackpot is still standing at Tallow Bingo, so if you’d like to try your hand at walking away with €2,300 on Sunday night next at 8.30 pm in Tallow Community Centre.

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BALLYSAGGART BALLYSAGGART LADIES CLUB Ballysaggart Ladies club will hold their first get together of 2019 on Monday night, February 4th at 8.00 p.m. in the Community Centre weather permitting.

Our guest on the night will be Helen Morrissey from Cappoquin who will demonstrate her wonderful arts and crafts. All are welcome members and non members, a cup of tea and a biscuit will follow, looking forword to seeing you all.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 10/1/19 – 1st: Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby; 2nd: Helen Cunningham and Kathleen Coleman, Nellie Devine and Tess Hale.

Lucky Tables: Delia Cashell and Liz McCarthy, Stephen Cunningham and Fr. Cullinan, Finbarr Byrne and Tommy Fenney.

Tickets: Liz McCarthy x2, Nellie Devine, Dave Fennessy, Mary Fennessy, Tom Fenney and Delia Cashell.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 17/1/19 – 1st: Mary Byrne and Helen Walsh.

2nd: Pat Kirby and Pat Ryan. Lucky Tables: Kathleen Coleman and Helen Cunningham, Stephen Cunningham and Fr Cullinan, John Mills and Mike Fennessy. Tickets: Nellie Devine, Dan Howard, Finbarr Byrne, Delia Cashell x2, Helen O'Keeffe and Pat Kirby.

Pictured at the 2018 Senior Citizens Party in Knockanore.

BALLYDUFF UPPER JAILBREAK 2019 A trad night fundraiser for the Jailbreak 2019 Initialtive is to be held in The Log Cabin next Saturday, 26th at 9 pm. Jailbreak, a charity event organised by Cumann Gaelach, DU Amnesty International and Trinity St Vincent De Paul (VDP) which sees students race across Europe.

The event consists of a race to a mystery location or ‘location X’ which is selected somewhere around the world for teams of two to find, all within 36 hours and spending none of their own money along the way. Third level students from across Ireland will be take part. Money raised will be given to St Vincent de Paul and Amnesty International.

Two local lads Éanna Hyland and Kieran English will be trekking across Europe on the 23rd to the 24th February to find location X to raise awareness for this worthy cause and the Irish language! A raffle will be held on the night and donations would be greatly appreciated. Bígí linn!

CULTURAL EXCHANGE On Saturday evening we welcomed 20 students from Lycée St Martin in Rennes, France to Ballyduff in conjunction with the French cultural exchange programme that is currently being run at Blackwater Community School (BCS) in Lismore. The students are visiting for 10 days and students from BCS will travel to Rennes in March.

Thanks to Tom Hyland for giving so generously of his time to introduce the French and Irish students to Irish Set Dancing.

They had a great time dancing “The Walls of Limerick”, “The Siege of Ennis” and there were shrieks of laughter as they tried to “Shoe the Donkey”. Thanks to all the musicians who joined us on the night especially Éanna Hyland on fiddle and Rachel Lynch (from

Kildorrery) on the accordion who played for the dancers.

Tom’s former Scór na bPáistí set dancers dance the Ballyduff Polka Set for the visitors. They were gamely joined by Catherine O’Brien and Rory McCarthy from Modeligo (former Scór arch rivals), who danced the Ballyduff set as if they had danced it all their lives. Well done to all!

Thanks to Mono for welcoming the students to The Log Cabin for what was a lively evening of Irish music and dance.

BINGO There was a nice turn out for the Bingo on Friday 18th last. The jackpot of €200 was not won and so rolls over to next month’s bingo.

Keep watching for details of the date.

SOCIAL DANCE The next dance is on Saturday, 16th February with David Mulcahy at the usual time of 9.00 p.m. See you there!

CARDS Results from 9th January 2019 – 1st Tommy Feeney & Michael Fennessey; 2nd Mary & Aoran Pratt.

Lucky Tables : Bill Leddy & Stephan Pratt; Pat Kirby & Sean Higgins; Mary Fennessey & John Conway; Mary Byrne & Helen Walsh. Raffle: Christy Higgins, Michael Fennessey, Tommy Feeney, John Conway, Hugh Geary, Eddie Sheehan, Michael Fennessey, Mary Fennessey, Stephan Pratt, Bill Leddy.

Cards run every Wednesday night in St. Michael’s Hall at 8.15 p.m. All welcome!

LOTTO No winner of the local GAA Lotto of Tuesday, 15th January. The numbers drawn were 3, 9, 23 and 28. Lucky €30 draw winners were: Theresa Higgins, Joe Barry, Bobby Gardner and The 3 Boys (C/o the Log Cabin).

Results from the draw on 22nd

January coming from An Síbín with a jackpot of €8,700 next week.

Tickets are on sale in St. Michael’s Hall from 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. on weekdays, before Sunday mass. They are also available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín.

PARENT & TODDLER GROUP Parent & Toddler meet at the regular weekly slot of 9.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. in the Carnegie Centre.

Parents, grandparents and childminders are very welcome for a cuppa and a chat. The usual €2 each week will apply. It’d be great to see you there!

NEWS FOR INCLUSION Thank you to all who contributed this week. To keep this notice page topical everyone’s help is needed. If you have any photos, announcements, congratulations or condolences and stories you would like to be included, please contact Denise at ballyduffuppernews@gmail.com, or 087-2273737 by Sunday night each week.

BALLYDUFF LADIES FOOTBALL The Ballyduff Ladies Football Club will hold their AGM on Friday, 25th January at 8.00 p.m. in the foyer of St. Michael’s Hall. We encourage adult players and parents of juvenile players to consider taking posts of responsibility within the club, to ensure the continued vibrancy of the club and its committee.

Please notify our club secretary, Sheila Ahern, of your intention to attend the AGM, indicating, if possible, the extent of the commitment you are in a position to make to the club in 2019. There are many roles to be filled and all offers of assistance in the smooth functioning of the club will be very much appreciated.

KNOCKANORE KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL Check us out on our Facebook pages, (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History).

PERSONAL ALARMS These alarms are available for people at risk such

as the elderly and those living alone. Please contact the Community Council at 087-2234220 for details.

COMMUNITY ALERT Don’t forget to keep an eye out for any suspicious activity, strange vehicles etc and report to the Gardai.

Ballyduff Upper Comhaltas MUSIC & SET DANCING CLASSES The new music term will be starting shortly, information regarding fees will be sent out this week. Set dancing classes continue on Tuesday nights in Araglin from 6.30 p.m. onwards, with adult classes at 9.00 p.m.; on Friday nights in the Library in Ballyduff at 9.00 p.m. for teenagers/adults, with a special emphasis on reel steps; and on Saturday mornings in the Library in Ballyduff there are 2 classes, beginners from 11.00 a.m.

- 12.00 noon and the second class from 12.00 noon 1 .00 p.m.

FUNDRAISING SESSION FOR ST. VINCENT DE PAUL AND AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL On Saturday night next 26th January, Eanna Hyland is hosting a fundraising music and dance session at 9.00 p.m. in the Log Cabin. The fundraising is in aid of St. Vincent de Paul and Amnesty International and is part of a nationwide fundraising activity, the Jailbreak Initiative, run by Third Level Colleges. This is the 8th year of the Initiative and it is Ireland’s largest student fundraiser, so come along on Saturday where a great night of music and craic is ensured!

Pictured at the 2018 Senior Citizens Party in Knockanore.

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Cappoquin Firemen raise €4,073.18 C h r i s t m a s 20 1 8 L a d d e r C l i m b

Front row left to right: Betty Kelleher (Cappoquin Tidy Towns), Kathleen Barron (Cappoquin Day Centre), Mary Coughlan (Tidy Towns), Conor Prendergast FF presenting the cheque to Mary Burke and Joan Mason (Tidy Towns), Mary Murray (Cappoquin Civic link). Back row left to right: J. Coffey FF, E. Coffey ASO, S. McLaughlin FC, P. Morrissey ADM, James Casey, Vice Principal and Tony O’Donnell, (Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin), Paddy Mason (Tidy Towns), J. Noonan SO, Karl Uniacke FF, N. O'Connor FF. Special thank you and happy retirement to Fintan Murray who has retired and has been part of the climb since the start. Cappoquin fire brigade would most sincerely like to thank everyone who gave so generously to help raise €4,073.18 which will be used to great effect by the benefactors - Cappoquin Day Centre, Cappoquin Lourdes Invalid Fund, Cappoquin Civic Link, Bunscoil Gleann Sidheáin, Cappoquin Tidy Towns.

CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; Email ocappdev@eircom.net COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €2,800 Lotto draw 21st January, 2019 – Jackpot €2,700. Numbers drawn 18, 20, 22 and 27. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Harry, Ben & Charlie Kenneally, Ballyduff; Liam O’Donnell, Bellville; Luke and Abbey Ryan, Leamybrien; Tom Burke Jnr, Church Street; Eithne Ashby, Abbeyglen. Next week’s draw is on the 28th January, 2019, with a jackpot of €2,800.

Remember anyone looking to buy our lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win!

GYM Opening Hours MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per Month, €5 per casual, OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session.

Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the lasted cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness.

Resistance equipment - These states of the art machines provide resistance against a certain movement, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your work out. Up to 37.5 Kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches.

We have large selection of loose weights plates ranging from 1.25kg to 20kg.

Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls dumb bells and suspension training.

Physical Trainers - Connor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified).

Claire Egan (087-9713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will

help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level. These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and life style, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge.

WEEKLY EVENTS IN THE HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m.

Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome.

WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald (058) 52570 First Floor of the Community Centre.

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 19th January, 2019 – Numbers drawn were 2, 9, 23. No Winner. €25 winners - Tony Shalloe, Ballintaylor; Billy Nugent, Modeligo; Nicky O’Donovan; Mike O’Neill Jnr., Clashmore.

Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member. Next week’s Jackpot €1,900.

NA DEISE LADIES FOOTBALL Na Deise Ladies Football Club will hold their annual AGM on

Friday night, 25th January at 8.00 p.m. in Modeligo Community Centre. All members and parents of children playing welcome to attend.

CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuit Training has restarted on Monday nights at 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. in Modeligo Community Centre. Adaptable exercises to suit any level of fitness, beginners or experienced are welcome. No Booking required. Great way to have fun get fit and get through those winter months. Classes instructed by

qualified strength and conditioning instructor. For more info contact Shane Coughlan on 087-1345574.

NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Monday’s on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro-turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Last week’s winner was John O’Brien who chose card number 29, the six of Diamonds and won, €50.

Next week’s jackpot is €800.

Tickets can be bought locally.

Remember if you are not in – you can’t win.

VILLIERSTOWN WATER SUPPLY In County Waterford traces of the pesticide Glyphosate were noted in the Villierstown water supply in December.We are advised there is no threat to public health but it is imperative that users of pesticides are mindful of best practice when spraying their lands. The efforts to reduce the incidence of these detections are being coordinated by the NPDWAG which is chaired by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

All of the key stakeholders are represented in this group and include other Government departments and agencies; local authorities; industry

representative bodies; farming organisations; water sector organisations; and amenity sector organisations.

LÁ FHÉILE BRÍDE OR ST. BRIGID’S DAY The 1st February is the Feast of St. Brigid and marks the beginning of warmer days and the early signs of spring. St. Brigid is one of Ireland’s oldest patron saints. But the 1st February is also the start of the pagan festival of spring.

ESB CAREERS WORTH NOTING Applications for the 2019 ESB Networks Apprenticeship Programme will open on Monday, 18th February 2019. Check out esbcareers.ie VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB With winter passing and spring just around the corner, now is the time to: • Its prune nearly everything time • Prune your Wisteria now

• Prune over wintered fuchsias • Prune Winter Flowering Jasmine • Plant Lilies and Allium bulb • Plant bare root roses JUST B YOGA New Year Yoga times – Tuesday in VECP Community Room. 10:00 & 11:15 am Contact Blánaid – 0872076189.

CRAFTY CRAFTERS First meeting of the New Year last Monday and a full house of crafters gathered in the Community Room.

We met our new tutor for the next few weeks, paid up and on leaving had a list of easily sourced, inexpensive requirements to get for the real start next week.

NEWS FOR INCLUSION This is a community notice page and we need your help to keep it topical and of interest locally.

If you have any photos, announcements, stories you would like included in the notes, please contact – Caroline on 087-7763751.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY CIRCUIT TRAINING TM FITNESS will continue Circuit Training Classes in Ballinameela Community Centre every Monday night at 7pm until end of March. €5 pay as you go, check out our FB page “TM FITNESS”. Let’s get 2019 started in a professionally structured class and improve your Health and Fitness!

BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP The Ballinameela toddler group meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the Halla of Whitechurch National School.

New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945.

FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going).

Full programme of events can be

By Donal Buckley

obtained at our training session.

LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies indoor soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 836 2695 if interested.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 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.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own indoor soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087 8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids

parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also.

Mathew Fogarty is responsible for the month of January for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on (086) 064 4811.

LOTTO RESULTS 21/1/’19 – Numbers drawn were 1, 20 and 24. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were John Treacy, Aglish; Kay, Albert and Gina c/o Cruiscín; Babins Carlton, c/o Cruiscín; Dermot Ryan, Cappagh and Kay Carlton, c/o Cruiscín. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,900 and the draw will take place in Deise Brú.

NOTES FOR If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

TOURANEENA

Is It Just Me . . .?

ON the 21st of January, exactly 100 years ago, the fuse for the War of Independence was lit on a byroad in Soloheadbeg, County Tipperary. Two RIC officers were escorting a consignment of gelignite explosive to the local quarry.The explosives were being carried by horse drawn car, led by two county council workers. They were ambushed by a contingent of Irish Volunteers from the 3rd Tipperary Brigade at about noon on the 21st. The Volunteers included Sean Treacy, Dan Breen, Sean Hogan and Seamus Robinson among others. Robinson, who had experience in the Easter Rising three years earlier, was the commanding officer.

Both RIC officers, James McDonnell and Patrick O'Connell, were shot dead in the encounter. The council workers, Ned Godfrey and Patrick Flynn, were tied up until the explosives were driven far away and hidden in a field.

There is no record of what happened to the horses.

Last weekend the centenary of that momentous event was commemorated in a day long conference at the Ballykisteen Golf Hotel. I can only guess the organisers brought their clubs. For the most part it was a sombre occasion with many of the guests apprehensive, as this would be the first of many commemorations over the next few years.The speakers too seemed to be uncertain of their ground and either rushed their delivery or spoke in subdued tones. The applause seemed to be sporadic and a little hesitant.

You see, when the 50th anniversary was taking place in 1969, many of the protagonists of the War of Independence were still alive and involved in state affairs. This was also a crucial time north of the border as tensions were running high between Republican Civil Rights campaigners and the Loyalist Old Guard which would eventually spill over into "The Troubles". On the Island of Ireland, Nationalist sentiment was swelling chests, straightening shoulders and dampening eyes. In fact, some politicians from the Republic tried to organise an illegal arms delivery into the North,...allegedly! This was a time of

huge national pride and talk of "we shall not stand idly by".

Now, fifty years later, the participants of that great struggle have gone to their eternal reward.

We have hopefully left the sectarianism of the latter part of the 20th century behind us (apart from the odd aberration) since The Good Friday Agreement. In many other ways, we have moved on, as a nation. So, this is where the problem lies.

1916 is widely considered as a heroic failure where all the rebels were valiant and honourable.

The GPO, Bolands Mill and the Proclamation have achieved iconic status in a country that idolises its gallant losers. But now, the nation must try to commemorate a period in our history that achieved freedom and independence through some of the most dubious tactics where, (literally), brother fought against brother.

The two RIC officers killed that day at Soloheadbeg were staunch Irish Catholics. They were there doing their job, protecting their community and supporting their families. After the ambush, the rebel Volunteers went on the run and the people of west Tipperary had to suffer the constant reprisals on their behalf. There were no winners in this situation, only confusion and feelings of vengeance.This was a very difficult period in the formation of the state where battle lines were, at best, murky.The next few years of memorials will be interesting in so far as there will be new light shed on many contentious issues about our past. We will also see whether the wounds of the past have healed or will they be re-opened and will those issues be dealt with in a constructive way. On no account should there be an attempt to gloss over the events or propagate the secrecy and lies of the past. 100 years is long enough to bemoan and lament the "800 years".

Time to move on.

Ballinameela Creatives welcome the opportunity for open discussions and lively debate leading to a positively constructive future.

American author Frederick Douglass said, "The thing worse than rebellion is the thing that caused the rebellion"

CHURCH GATE COLLECTION The Asthma Society Of Ireland are holding a church gate collection at St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, this Saturday night at 7.30 pm.

The Asthma Society of Ireland state that 470,000 people in Ireland have asthma, including one in five children and that tragically one Irish person dies every week as a result of their asthma. They also state that 90% of these deaths are preventable.

Unfortunately, Ireland has the fourth highest prevalence of asthma in the world with 5,000+ asthma admissions to Irish hospitals every year.

The Asthma Society of Ireland provide people with information, education, services and support to improve people's ability to control their symptoms and therefore reduce the likelihood of an asthma attack.

Your generosity would be greatly appreciated at this year’s church gate collection.

TOURANEENA RUNNERS CLUB Our club was very well represented at the Newcastle 5K last weekend. Well done to Gillian Whelan, Maighread Barron, Michelle Guiry, Laura Barry, Clodagh Kearns, Louise Prendergast and Aishling Hallahan.

SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last week’s lotto draw took place in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult.The winning numbers drawn were 3, 14, 16. There was no jackpot winner. The lucky 5 x €20 winners were: Alície Burke, Granger; Brendan Tobin, Ray Duffy, Terri Fitzpatrick, J & G Queally.

The promoter’s prize was won

by Thomas Keane. Next draw will

take held in Dunne's Bar on Sunday night, 27th January for a lotto jackpot of €1,400.

A.G.M Na Déise Ladies Club will hold their Annual General Meeting this Friday night, 25th January at 8 pm in the Community Centre, Modeligo. All are welcome.

ALLIANZ FOOTBALL LEAGUE Best of luck to Waterford next Saturday night, 26th January when they take on Wicklow in Fraher Field for the first round of the national league. Kick-off is at 7 pm.

NATIONAL CLUB DRAW The deadline for purchasing tickets for the 2019 GAA national club draw is Monday, 11th February. The draw will take place on Wednesday, 6th March. Tickets cost €10 each. The purpose of the national club draw is to assist clubs to raise funds to aid development and promotion of the game. All funds raised by each club, goes directly back to the club. Don't miss the deadline for purchasing tickets as there are some great prizes on offer this year.

SCÓR NA nÓG The standard of talent at the Munster Finals in Cappoquin last Sunday was exceptionally high and despite our figure dancers, set dancers and musicians all putting in fabulous performances, it was not to be Sliabh gCua or Waterford's day.

Great credit is due to Monnie and our figure dancers, Roisin Whelan, Meadhbh Houlihan, Anne Hickey, Holly Foley, Ellen O'Gorman, Orla Whelan, Emma Fitzpatrick and Mairead Hickey; to our set dancers, James Connors, Meadhbh Houlihan, Conor Butler, Roisin Whelan, Darragh Hallahan, Anne Hickey, Cormac

Butler and Emma Fitzpatrick and to our musicians Conor and Cormac Butler, for representing both their club and county so well and for all their hard work throughout the year.

Well done to all the young boys and girls and a big thank you also to their parents and their families and to Monnie and family for all the time and hard work they put in throughout the competition.

SYMPATHY It was with great shock and sadness that the people of the parish and the surrounding areas learnt of the tragic and unexpected passing of Michael Wright, Congress Villas, Dungarvan.

Michael who was also fondly known as 'The Mad Hatter' was an amazing, unique man that brought joy and happiness wherever he went. His love and talent for music, acting and entertaining the audience was second to none. A Christmas pantomime with Michael in it was always guaranteed to be a sell-out success and a function with Michael as DJ was always sure to be a thoroughly enjoyable night. Michael was a warm and generous man who genuinely cared for his community and the people in it. He always gave more than he received and his work for local charities and communities, like Michael himself, will never be forgotten.

His passing is a huge loss to his family, the people of Dungarvan, Waterford and far beyond. We extend our sincerest sympathy to his wife Teresa, son Barry, daughters Sarah and Michelle, grandchildren, extended relatives, colleagues in the Waterford County Council, neighbours and many, many friends.

May Michael rest in peace.

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WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note items to be included in this the West Waterford Notes column are always welcome. Items for the notes can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 0872076704 or calling 024-92249.Thank you.

SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to the family and friends of Paddy Walsh, Lisarrrow, Ardmore, whose death occurred on Thursday last, January 17th following an illness.

Reposing at Egan’s funeral Youghal on Friday evening. Following requiem Mass on Saturday morning at the Church of our Lady of Assumption, Grange, Paddy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery Paddy will be dearly missed by his loving wife Maureen; his children Pat, James (Kinsalebeg), Bridget, Ollie, Raymond and Richard (Kinsalebeg); his sister Eileen; his dearly loved grandchildren, daughters-in-law, son-in-law, brother-inlaw, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May he rest in peace.

THANKS FOR THE FLOWERS! Clashmore Church flower arrangements group wish to sincerely thank Clashmore Foroige Group for their very kind donation towards the cost of flowers for the altar for Christmas.

Once again the flower arrangements on the alter looked stunning and they greatly enhanced our celebrations, for that we also say thank you to the ladies - your wonderful work is very much appreciated.

STEPPING STONES ENROLMENT Stepping Stones Pre School in Kinsalebeg are now enrolling children for September 2019. If your child is born between 1st January 2015 and 31st December, 2016 they are entitled to two free pre school years. Give Jane a call to secure your child's place CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night, January 20th. Our letters drawn were J, U, I and F. We had no winner of our Jackpot which now stands at €1,200. The following were our lucky weekly prize winners of spot prizes of €20 each: Maura Keogh, Pat O’Halloran, O’Doherty's.

Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

DEATH OF MICHAEL NUGENT The death has occurred of Michael Nugent a well-known and widely respected member of the farming community in An Rinn and

Kinsalebeg. Michael’s death occurred at St. Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, and Dublin, on Saturday last, January 19th, following a long battle against illness.

Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, and later at his home in Ballycreen, An Rinn on Sunday evening. Michael’s removal took place to Séipéal San Nioclás on Monday morning for the celebration of requiem mass Michael was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

To his wife Eileen; his children Cristíona, Michael A. and Ellen; sonin-law Tim Ryan; grandchildren Donnacha and Tadgh; sisters Margaret Ryan, Eileen Curran and Cáit Keating; all his extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends we extend our deepest sympathy. May he rest in peace.

DEATH OF GAY MOOREHEAD With a great sadness we received news of the death, which occurred in Dublin following an illness of Gay Moorehead, Tinnock, Clashmore.

Gay died on Saturday last, January 19th. An American citizen, Gay first came to live in our community some twenty-four years ago. A most unassuming and gentle lady, a gifted artist she shared her talents, knowledge and love of art so generously, with all whom attended her art group sessions. All her neighbours and the huge circle of friends she has made in the West Waterford Community over the years miss Gay so dearly.

To her family and friends we extend our deepest sympathy at the loss of this dearly loved lady.

2019 GALA CONCERT Each celebrating 30 years plus in the music business – Paddy O’Brien, Gina, Louise Morrissey, John Hogan, Mick Flavin and Declan Nerney along with the Ryan Turner Band are this years all star line up for our grand 2019 Gala Concert. This year the Gala Concert takes place at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, on March 25th.

Tickets are now on sale at The Park Hotel and for the first 100 early birds who buy their tickets before March 22nd their names go in to a draw for a chance to win €100 cash!

DEATH OF MARY (MAUREEN) (NEE CONDON) LAWN The death has taken place in Buffalo, USA, of former West Waterford lady Mrs. Mary (Maureen) Lawn, (nee Condon) of Lackawanna, NY. Sister of Terrance Condon, Maureen died on January 11th, 2019.

She is survived by her husband Denis; her children Audrey and Brendan; daughter-in-law of Becky; her grandchildren, nieces and nephews, a wide circle of relatives and friends, to whom we extend our deepest sympathy. Maureen’s funeral

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart OUR thanks to the parents who went to the trouble of joining the Parish community on Sunday, January 13th – the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

Nine of the 17 children baptised during the year were brought to the Mass and they got a special blessing. We had two other children baptised during the year that live outside the area.

Week of Christian Unity 2019: January 18th to 25th is Christian Unity Week 2019 here in the Parish – On Monday evening Mass for Christian Unity was celebrated in Aglish Church.

Catholic Schools Week: Catholic Schools Week begins on Sunday, January 27th.

Feast of St. Brigid: Friday, February 1st is the Feast of St. Brigid. Masses will be celebrated in Ballinameela Church at 9.30 a.m. and 7.15 p.m. on Friday.

Presentation of the Lord: Mass for the Presentation of the Lord will be celebrated will be celebrated on Saturday, February 2nd in Aglish Church at 9.30 a.m.

Feast of St. Blaise: Blessing of the Throats on the Feast of St. Blaise will take place at weekend masses on February 2nd and 3rd.

takes place in the USA. May she rest in peace.

CHOIR RAISED €2,720 Our pre Christmas Carol Service in aid of the new Church Organ Fund for Clashmore Church raised a whopping €2,720. On behalf of all involved in organising the Carol Service thank you all most sincerely for you support and your very generous contributions.

'CHAT AS GAEILGE' Our weekly 'Chat as Gaeilge' has resumed at Beresford’s (The Rising Sun) and it continues every Thursday evening at 8.30 p.m. This Thursday, our special guest will be Padraigin Kiely. This is a lovely informal group, who just enjoy general conversation in our native tongue, new people are always welcome.

“THE PETERSENS” ON STAGE IN CLASHMORE We have a brilliant country band playing in the Old Schoolhouse Clashmore on Sunday evening, January 28th, at 8.00 p.m. A family group “The Petersens” are an awardwinning bluegrass band in their eighth season of shows at the Little Opry Theatre.

In 2015, the band received international attention when banjo player, Ellen Petersen, competed in the singing reality TV show, American Idol, and placed in the top 48. The family has toured throughout the United States, Canada, and they are currently on tour in Ireland.

Audiences, in Cork, Clare, Kerry Tipperary and at the Waterford venue Clashmore will be entertained as the band performs bluegrass standards, gospel favourites, and are sure to laugh at the sibling humour on stage, and they will make any audience feel like a part of the family.

Tickets are available at the door on the night of the Old School House on Sunday night. Hope to see you all there, enjoying the music of this great band playing here in our own little community.

KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY GROUP NEWS Kinsalebeg Community Group send condolences to the family of the late Paddy Walsh, Lissarow, Ardmore.

May he rest in Peace.

NEW YEAR PARTY - A GREAT COMMUNITY DAY 2019, and another New Year beginning, we celebrated it, in Kinsalebeg Hall last week. We have some people to thank for their help and kindness each year:- An anonymous donor; Mayor Declan Doocey; Cllr. Pat Nugent; Roger Halloran, Point Bar; Quinn's Ardmore; Parish Finance Committee; Michael O’Connell; Mary Trihy, Kinsalebeg Country a Stores; Colette Whelan, Kinsalebeg Discount Fuels; Ken Brooks Super Value Youghal; St. Vincent De Paul;Tesco,Youghal; Lidl, Youghal.

Kay Ledingham, for capturing our day; The Latch Tallow, for their voucher and tasty lunch Martin Walsh and our own Michael Hickey, and all the beautiful Singers, for entertaining us. James O’Donoghue, Rural Transport, Mick and Darren.

Sylweruisz who helped out in the evening. So many people we could not even begin to name, brought wine, chocolates, biscuits, money, on the day, there is a long year there and these will put towards other raffles for the Thursday during the year, also a huge thank you to everyone who gave to our Church Gate Collections, and most of all, to all of you, who made it over to the hall last week to celebrate with us.

I hope I haven't left anyone out, very best wishes for 2019 from all the

Kinsalebeg Community Group Committee. Please God with all your continuing support we I'll be able to do it all again in 2020.

Kinsalebeg Community Council VICTORY SOCIAL The Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club Victory Social takes place on Saturday night, January 26th in Dungarvan. We hope you can join us in The Park Hotel to celebrate our clubs first ever Western Intermediate Hurling Title. On the night there will also be a special presentation to the Junior Hurling winners of 2000.

Our special guest speaker on the night will be former Waterford Hurling Manager Derek McGrath.

Tickets at just €35 will include meal, live music by “The Buchaills” followed by a late night DJ. What a fantastic night it promises to be hope you all can join us!

You can also secure your tickets by phoning any of the following - Billy O’Halloran 087-2671090, Mary O’Halloran 085-7237948, Jason Seward 085-2027552, Jaz Fitzgerald 086-1904593, Cillian O’Keeffe 0874237686, Fintan Walsh 085-7356320.

CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Zumba: Classes are being held on Tuesday nights at 7.30 p.m. in Piltown Hall. Cost is €50 for 6 weeks.

Operation Transformation: This continues with the on Thursday at 6.30 p.m. at the Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Gym, followed by exercise with Timmy O’Keeffe on the GAA pitch. It's not too late to join in.

Community Gym: The gym is now open for new members.

Membership is only €60 for the year.

Contact Jazz on 086-1904593.

There are still some places available for the circuit training with Ann Guiry on Wednesday nights at 6.00 p.m. or 7.00 p.m.

Report from the Migrant Integration Group: One of the objectives in setting up the Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council was to ensure our area was represented on outside bodies. At the moment, we have reps on the Alliance, St. Declan’s Way Committee, Climate Change Ambassadors, Sustainable Energy Communities – South West Blackwater Valley Enterprise Zone, and the Migrant Integration Group.

We will try and keep you updated on these as things happen.

There is a national migration integration plan for Ireland.

Each City & County Council is tasked with developing and implementing their own migrant integration strategy in line with the national plan.

The Councils do this helped/advised by their Public Participation Network Migrant Integration group and Ithel McKenna is on this group representing West Waterford on behalf of Clashmore and Kinsalebeg Community Council.

It would seem that Waterford has made more progress at implementing government strategy on a migration forum than any other county.

This forum (made up of migrants) would allow them to have direct contact with the thinking and decision making which the council would undertake in the coming years.

There have been several meetings with migrants. These meetings were an attempt to reach as many people as possible to discuss their needs, what the migrant form is and how it might work. Also what the migrant forum

Noel O’Malley pictured outside his shop in Clashmore in the early years. We wish Noel and Bridie a long and happy retirement.

End of an Era MANY of us have grown up and lived with O’Malley’s Shop, Clashmore which closed its doors for the last time recently. Noel and Bridie O’Malley set up their grocery business back in 1975 and hence the curtain has fallen on 43 years of servicing the retail needs of parish and village residents and passers-by alike.

Many’s the time a weary driver was glad to see the Texaco sign over the door as they drove cross-country with a near-empty petrol tank! It is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the O’Malley family that so many of their customers have remained loyal to them throughout the decades.

Of course, it helped that there was always a friendly face behind that counter where the problems of the world would be thrashed out. If you were on the road early enough in the morning, you would see this dedication in practice as Noel made his daily run to Youghal a little after 6 o’clock every morning of the week.

Of course, Noel also extended his reach around the parish and to areas as far as Knockanore with his mobile grocery van which provided a great service to those people who mightn’t have had the means of transport to get to a shop.

Also more recently Noel would be known to many in GAA circles as he ran the tuck shop at the Shandon Field for many years.

We wish to sincerely thank the O’Malley family and staff for all their years of hard work and service and we wish them the very best in their much deserved retirement!

should do e.g. it must represent the interests of all migrants, it must have a well thought out structure, gender balance, nationality balance etc The East of the county is well represented by migrants on the Forum.

The West of the county less so. Some migrant groups despite everybody’s best intentions are not represented e.g. Brazilians who work in the meat factories.

It seems the better a group has integrated the less they perceive the need to be part of the forum.

The Launch of the Migrant Forum is on Monday, 4th February with Minister David Stanton in attendance.

Circuit training: There are still some places available for the circuit training with Ann Guiry on Wednesday nights at 6.00 p.m. or 7.00 p.m.

CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Club Lotto took place last Monday night, January 21st.

The following were the numbers out of the drum 6, 15, 24 and 31.

We had no Jackpot winner so next week our Jackpot will be €3,400 when our draw takes place at The Old Mill.

Our lucky winners of €20 spot prizes this week were Mary O’Keeffe; Billy Kelly; Wa and Elaine; Noel O’Brien, Grange; Noah O’Sullivan.

Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for you’re support.

CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night last, January 21st, top winners on nine games this week were Derry Cotter and Jock O’Connell. In second on eight games were Gabriel Hynes and Tony Keane,

Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower.

Best of the last five winners this week were Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Our Lucky last game winners this week were Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy.

Well done to all our winners and thanks for your support.

“FORGOTTEN” & “SILENT” The Clashmore based “Blood in the Alley Theatre Company” this week presents “Forgotten” & “Silent” two Fishamble productions “Forgotten” and - “Silent” running individually at various venues along the Blackwater Valley between January 20th and 26th” as follows: Wednesday, January 23rd - 8.00 p.m. – Ballynoe Community Hall – Silent.

Thurday, January 24th - 8.00 p.m. – Meelin Community Hall – Forgotten.

Friday, January 25th - 8.00 p.m. – Kades Kounty, Glenville – Silent.

Saturday, January 26th - 8.00 p.m.

– The Town Hall, Mitchelstown – Silent.

Week two of “Blood in the Alley Theatre Company” Blackwater Valley fit up festival brings Seamus O’Rourke’s - “From Under the bed” to the following venues in our local community.

Tuesday, January 29th - 8.00 p.m. – Muintir na Tire, Buttevant.

Wednesday, January 30th - 8.00 p.m. – Ballynoe Community Hall.

Thursday, January 31st - 8.00 p.m. – Meelin Community Hall.

Friday, February 1st - 8.00 p.m. – First Fruits, Watergrasshill.

Saturday, February 2nd - 8.00 p.m. – The Town Hall, Mitchelstown.

Sunday, February 3rd - 8.00 p.m. – The Palace Theatre, Fermoy.

Tickets for all shows are available at the door.

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Sesame Early Intervention Service among Waterford organisations to benefit as National Lottery reveals more than €227 million raised for Good Causes in 2018

Good Causes funding helping Sesame to make meaningful early interventions . .

MORE than €227 million – the equivalent of €622,000 a day – was raised for Good Causes all over Ireland in 2018, according to National Lottery figures. This funding, raised by players of National Lottery games is supporting thousands of organisations, sports clubs and community projects across the country, many of which are from Co. Waterford.

The amount brings to over €5.4 billion the figure raised for Good Causes since the National Lottery was established 31 years ago. Among such Good Causes to benefit from National Lottery funding recently is Sesame Early Intervention Service, in Waterford.

Certain milestones might seem minor but to small children with specific hurdles to overcome, success can mean so much. And for their families the achievements are anything but minor.

For over 30-years, a service in west Waterford has been helping young children at a critical time in their development to reach those milestones, to learn and develop.

The Sesame Early Intervention Service assists children, ranging in age from two to five-years-old, once they have been referred by the HSE’s Early

Intervention team.

Children using the service many have Down syndrome, Turner syndrome, autism, or other conditions.

Many of these children require intense speech and language assistance and it’s the one-to-one structure of Sesame which makes it such a vital asset for families in need in the west Waterford area.

“We operate with six staff members who, in a session, work with six children. That closely focussed work helps the children learn in a welcoming environment,” explains Pamela Morrissey, a co-ordinator at Sesame.

Therapists with a range of specialties visit the service each week and develop child-specific programmes.

Run by a voluntary management committee the Sesame Early Intervention Service has also developed strong ties with parents whose children have attended the service over the years.

As a result, fund-raising events for the service in Dungarvan, and beyond, are embraced. At Christmas time Santa even makes a visit to Sesame to bring even more smiles to a centre full of them of a daily basis.

“It’s very rewarding work,” explains Pamela. “The children each have their own milestones and when

From left to right: Noreen Nugent, Anne Casey, Sandra Power and Julie Mulcahy from Sesame Preschool, Dungarvan.

Julie Mulcahy and Noreen Nugent from Sesame Preschool, Dungarvan.

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they reach them it gives everyone a high, especially the parents.”

A recent grant from the National Lottery Good Causes fund enabled the service to purchase a hoist which is used for children with physical disabilities.

“It was especially useful moving children from the floor onto their chair. Equipment such as this is much-needed and makes our life and work easier,” said Pamela.

This year the service was shortlisted for the ‘Specialist Care Centre of the Year’ in the Irish Health Care Centre Awards. Catering for approx-

imately 13 children at any one time the service runs eight-sessions a week – each weekday morning and on three afternoons.

Caring for and nurturing young children with special needs at a vital time in their development this service is invaluable for families in West Waterford.

2018 was a successful year for Good Causes across Waterford as in the inaugural National Lottery Good Causes Awards the Health category was won by the Waterford Healing Arts Trust, based at University Hospital Waterford.

Among the 36 finalists there were also three other good causes from the Deise who were the Mount Sion Choir, the Waterford Intellectual Disability Association (WIDA) and Park Rangers AFC. National Lottery CEO, Dermot Griffin, today thanked players for supporting Good Causes by playing National Lottery games: he said: “More than €4.4 million was raised every week in 2018 which goes to good causes such as Sesame across the country in the areas of Health, Sport, Youth, Recreation, Amenities, Welfare, Arts, Culture, Heritage and

[Julien Behal Photography]

the Irish Language.

This is all down to the people of Ireland who played National Lottery games over the past 12 months for whom we are really appreciative of.

Good Causes funding has played an important role in the development of the country over three decades and has helped to define Ireland, our communities and our culture.”

Nearly 30 cent in every €1 spent on National Lottery games go back to Good Causes. Last year alone over €227 million was raised by the National Lottery and its players for Good Causes all over Ireland.

Mary puts her stamp on Youghal Post Office WHEN the pages of history are written 2018 will long be remembered in towns and villages across Ireland as the year when the core of their community was rattled with the closure of their local post office and the restructuring of many of the remaining branches.

When plans by An Post to convert its Youghal Office from a company to a contract office were announced they were received with much reservation by its large network of customers drawn from the town and the surrounding rural areas. Not everyone was so pessimistic however, for long serving Post Office Clerk Mary Smiddy – the possibility of early retirement was not appealing, instead she looked with optimism at an opportunity to take her own career to a whole new level A career which began for the Clashmore lady way back in 1974 when the young student, who had previously worked in the Post Office during holiday periods was asked to help out in her local village Post Office when the local Postmistress fractured her hip. Opportunity knocked again for Mary in 1993 when a position became available in Youghal Post Office – Mary recalls her early days in the busy town office when all figures were done in your head – no calculators – and postal orders and pension dockets had to balance at the end of the day before you went home.

In 1996 Mary took up an offer to work in the busy Dungarvan town Post Office, before returning to Youghal

five years later, to work with postmaster Declan Hennessy and his team. 2018 the year when Youghal converted to a Contract office - Mary was ready for the challenge and made history, by not only taking over ownership of the Post office but also by becoming the first ever “postmistress” at “Youghal Post Office”. A family with a great tradition in the postal service – her late father Christy Ryan served as postman in the community for many years.

Mary is very passionate about the service which she gives to the community. For her its all about the customers most of whom she knows on a personal basis. Supported by an excellent team which includes Declan Hennessy, Mary’s daughter Jenny who was a previous clerk at the post office and her grand daughter Chloe, being able to remain in the same building and wearing the original uniforms ensured the customers have not been affected by the transition.While the services offered by the Post Office to the community have revolved hugely over the years since Mary sold her first stamp way back in 1974. Today the busy Youghal office - offers AIB PostFX, postmobile, all in one-gift cards, lotto and bill pay along with all the traditional postal services. Mary has put her own stamp on the business by introducing a photocopy service and sales of stationery, cards for all occasions and a range of small gifts.

As we wish Mary and her team every success in their new venture- always remember the Post Office benefits the whole community – if we don’t use it we will lose it!

Postmistress Mary Smiddy with her daughter Jennie Moloney, grandaughter Chloe Smiddy and Declan Hennessy at Youghal Post Office, Co. Cork.

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Men’s Sheds awarded prestigious European Citizens’ Prize

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Photo Catriona Zambra

A CROWD of over 100 men’s sheds members gathered at the Metropole Hotel in Cork to see the Irish Men’s Sheds Association awarded the European Citizens’ Prize.

The prestigious award, conferred by the European Parliament upon the recommendation of MEPs, has previously been granted to organisations such as the GAA and Foroige.

The Irish Men’s Sheds Association was honoured with the award after being nominated by Kerry MEP Sean Kelly, a long-standing supporter of men’s sheds. The award recognises the contributions that men’s sheds have made to communities throughout the island.

Over 100 men’s sheds members witnessed the occasion, with attendees serenaded by the men’s sheds choirs of Mayfield and Carrigaline.

Barry Sheridan, CEO of the Irish Men’s Sheds Association, expressed his delight on a red-letter day for the movement.

“This is an incredible honour”, said Sheridan. “I’d particularly like to thank Sean Kelly and his colleague Deirdre Clune, both for the nomination and for coming here today to present us with the award”.

“This award”, he continued,“acknowledges almost a decade of hard work and dedication by thousands of men’s sheds members throughout the country, who have made the movement what it is today. Men’s sheds are now synonymous with civic spirit and community engagement, and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of ”.

Sean Kelly MEP spoke glowingly on the impact of men’s sheds: "As Fine Gael's leader in the European Parliament, I was proud to see my delegation nominate a positive, community-based organisation such as Irish Men’s Sheds and it is even better to see the association presented with the award at today's event.

"Irish Men’s Sheds are filling an important need in our communities, not just in Ireland, but right across the EU. We are hopeful that the European Citizen’s prize will encourage the movement to expand into every Member State in the EU. I congratulate everyone involved in the Irish Men's Sheds on this important accolade, and encourage them to continue the great work they are doing" Deirdre Clune MEP stated: "It was a very proud moment for me to see the Irish Men's Sheds awarded the European Prize in Brussels.

There was a genuine sense of admiration for the very important role the Shed's provide. They are an outlet for men to connect with each other in their locality, to share their skills and to work together on community projects."

With over 400 men’s sheds in operation, serving a weekly total of 10,000 members, Ireland has the greatest density of men’s sheds in the world. Friday’s event was the second major outing for men’s sheds in Cork in quick succession, with 500 having attended a Men’s Sheds Gathering at Pairc Ui Chaoimh last September – the largest such event ever hosted anywhere in the world.

The Light of Dawn When the cricket’s chorus chirps day’s last lament, In the hidden halls behind the glowing bars, Then down the sky the weary sun is sent, By the silver-eyed battalions of the stars.

Moths hammer frantic wings against the globe, Of the lamp that holds at bay approaching night, ‘Till drowsy dawn dressed in it’s newest robe, Comes dancing down the corridors of light.

Shadows stretch like serpents through the town, When pastel shades are painted in the East, And mountain summits wear a golden crown, When domination of the darker hours has ceased.

And once again the world will be revealed, When ten thousand times ten thousand stars have fled, In the light of dawn will secrets be concealed, Much more than when the stars marched overhead.

John Daly

I r i s h A r t i s t M a d J e s s i e c r e a te s c u s to m l e g g i n g s fo r g r o u p s THE offbeat Irish leggings and apparel business Mad Jessie has just introduced a new approach when it comes to orders and the options they offer.

For the first time in Ireland, Mad Jessie, a new Waterford based business which creates unique, quality, illustrated leggings, now offers custom orders for groups with a minimum of fifteen people. Lovers of leggings can now request bespoke hand-drawn designs when purchasing small quantities. This includes a consultation with Mad Jessie’s in-house artist and illustrator to ensure customer needs are met.

This novel way of buying in quantity gives groups, teams and parties choice when it comes to the designs they are looking for, bringing an originality to their sportswear, and giving them the opportunity to own custom items unique to them.

Founder and Creative Director Marie-Jeanne Jacob explains; “Our focus as a business is on creating high-quality, comfortable, strong leggings. By using a strong blend and weight of fabric, our leggings retain their four-way stretch, and the designs are printed using a process which penetrates the fabric so colours don’t fade or run.” This results in leggings that pass the infamous ‘squat test’, that ‘feel as smooth as water’, that are long lasting and an investment in women’s active lifestyles.

For further details, contact Mad Jessie at: mariejjacob@gmail.com or go directly to the Etsy shopat MadJessie.etsy.com. You can also keep up to date with Mad Jessie on Facebook (madjessiemad4fun) and Instagram (m.a.d.jessie)

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Noah’s Wish To Walk Fundraising Campaign set to launch for 4 year old Waterford boy Noah Much beyond walking independently, the surgery would help to stop painful muscle spasms which wake Noah most nights and which get worse with every growth spurt. It would allow him to interact with his friends at eye level and encounter so much more socially.

LIFE ALTERING SURGERY The surgery Noah has been accepted for is called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy, a spinal surgery, in the USA which would aim to eliminate the spasticity in Noah’s legs and give him the opportunity to learn to walk independently in all environments.

Unfortunately, this surgery is not available in Ireland and Noah’s parents David and Debbie must raise €100,000 to get their son the help he needs to walk and be pain free. Money raised will cover the cost of the surgery itself (approx €55k), travel to St Louis (approx 5k) and 3 years intensive post-op rehabilitative physio therapy (20k in year 1, 10k in years 2 & 3).This will help Noah achieve the maximum benefit from the surgery and reach his full potential.

A fundraising initiative “Noahs wish to walk” will be launched on January 23rd at 5.30pm at the Greenway Manor Hotel. Already a number high profile people who have heard

A FOUR year old Waterford boy with cerebral palsy has been approved for surgery in the USA which will allow him learn to walk and end his days and nights of painful muscle spasms.

This surgery is not available in Ireland and his parents, David and Debbie O’Sullivan, together with committed supporters have launched a fundraising initiative to raise the €100,000 required to make this little boys wish to walk become a reality.

NOAH’S STORY

Noah O’Sullivan was born at just 29 weeks. At just 13 days old he was transferred to Temple Street Children’s Hospital having suffered two brain bleeds, hydrocephalus and meningitis.

He was diagnosed with spastic diplegia cerebral palsy at 18 months old, as a result of these early conditions.

Cerebral Palsy affects Noah in that he cannot stand or walk safely without support, as his body is in a constant battle against him, forcing him into an extreme tip-toe position every time he tries to use his legs. He cannot sit freely or comfortably without a chair. He has poor balance and finds it difficult to transition from one position to another. All of these simple movements are a major challenge to Noah.

Noah has attended physio since he was just 4 weeks old (long before he was even due to be born!!). He works through grueling physio sessions every single day and continues to improve all the time. He is a determined little boy who works so hard, but to achieve control over his movements and progress to the next level, he needs surgery to eliminate the spasticity which dominates his body.

of Noah’s wish to walk have pledged their full support in raising the necessary funds for Noah.

Derek McGrath and Enda O’Doherty will team up with well-known speaker Bryan Tehan for a motivational night at the Tower Hotel on February 16th.

Lynne O’Shea (better known as Lynne McEnery) - previous world kickboxing champion will climb Kilimanjaro in March in aid of Noah.Tickets for all events along with the opportunity to sponsor all fundraisers is available on www.wishtowalk.ie This surgery is life-altering for little Noah and will allow him so much more than the ability to walk - he will be able to stand, interact with his peers at their eye level, learn to become independent, and most importantly live a life without the daily pain of muscle spasms.

Noah is a fun loving little boy and would love the chance to run, jump and play with his little brother and friends - This operation is his chance!

If you can help by donating, organising an event, offering advice or simply sharing his story visit our website www.wishtowalk.ie or follow Noah’s journey on Facebook “Noahs Wish to Walk”, https://www.facebook.com/NoahsWishtoWalk/

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Port rait of an art ist ‌

By Don al Buck le y

Marc Daly IN 1970, Ray Stevens sang "Everything is beautiful, in its own way". Beauty, of course is subjective and not always immediately obvious. Sometimes it needs to have a light shone on it, to accentuate it. A painter or sculptor can only embellish or exaggerate beauty, but a good photographer can locate and enhance what is already there. Marc Daly is a very good photographer. Like night vision glasses, he finds a spark of light and fills the whole frame with it. Marc suggested we meet in Starbucks, Dungarvan where I had a coffee and he had a sparkling water!!

After some tentative jousting, we found common interests in science fiction and the music of Freddie Mercury. Suitably acquainted and comfortable, having found the sweet spot in our respective chairs, we settled down for a question and answer session.

Who is your favourite photographer?

An Australian named Dean West is a conceptual photographer. He takes the aesthetic staging of such artists as David Hockney and Edward Hopper and brings them in to the realms of fantasy. He has exhibited all over the world and is a favourite photographer with international brands like Disney, MTV, Fox Sports and Saatchi&Saatchi.

What kind of music do you like?

Indie rock band Alt J from Yorkshire have been producing great music and music video's for more than ten years.Their atmospheric sound is featured in many international movies and tv series, such as "Silver Linings Playbook" and "Captain America:Civil War". "Bohemian Rhapsody" is a movie about the music of Queen and their lead singer Freddie Mercury. Great film and great music.

Do you like any other movies in particular?

I've always been a Science fiction movie buff.

One of my favourites is "Galaxy Quest" starring Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver with a brilliant performance from the late Alan Rickman. Probably the ultimate tech movie for any sci-fi fan is "The Matrix" which created a new interest in the more cerebral plot lines.

Have you a favourite book or author?

Apart from any technical books to do with photography and film, I have always admired the novels of Terry Pratchett. His "Discworld" fantasy stories had a lot of humour and amazing revelations.

Where is your favourite place?

I've travelled a little bit around the world to

Marc Daly places as far flung as Malta, France and India and enjoyed them all. But if I had to choose one location, whether for leisure or work, it would be The Comeraghs. Its a great place for hiking and scenery as well as being a great location for taking photographs. Its got the mountains, Mahon Falls, several glaciated lakes and mystical woods. The Comeraghs are full of variety and surprises.

Marc Daly studied Computer Science at Waterford Institute of Technology where he was editor of the student union newspaper. His technical skills were in demand with high profile companies like Bausch and Lomb (Application Developer), and AOL (Broadband Technical Specialist). His skill as a photographer is largely due to his love of the medium added to his technical abilities and knowledge. Though Marc has done landscapes and even some still life, his real passion is in portraits. He has worked with some of the most fashionable outlets in the area and creates portfolios for several male and female models, many of whom are local.

He describes himself as The Boss at onelessrobot.com where he holds the positions of manager, employee, cook and chief bottle washer. His photographs can be at once artful, crisp and atmospheric.There is no denying his abilities with a camera and the setting of a scene. Annoyingly, he is also a nice guy. Thank you, Marc. Its been a pleasure.

Sandra Starkute

Ernesta Asak

Hannah Walsh

Teresa Daly

Emma Hallahan

Jurgita Takiniene Kubiliute

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New Year, Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan New Beat! Stan and Ollie

By Tamara Ní Shíocháin

MARKET leading regional radio station Beat 102-103 has announced a new presenter line-up, including the return of Emma Nolan from iRadio.

Top 7@7 and Takeover presenter David Hammond, who won Best Radio DJ at the 2018 IMRO Awards, is the new voice of Beat’s Big Lunch, taking up the reins from Dave Cronin, who moves to Beat at Work AM following a successful stint on the extremely competitive lunchtime slot.

Multi-award nominated primetime presenter Darren Rice takes on the much-coveted Beat Drive slot.The weekday switch-up incorporates welcoming back a familiar voice in Emma Nolan. Emma, who presented The Takeover from 2015-2017, returns with a new Takeover format for 2019, while taking up an additional editorial role as MultiPlatform Content Coordinator. All of these presenter changes are aimed at further strengthening the brand which has, as its umbrella show, the hugely popular Beat Breakfast hosted by Waterford’s Niall Power along with Vincent Bradley from Wexford & honorary Waterfordian, Jamaicannative Trish Archer.

Speaking on her welcome return, Emma promises to be the nighttime companion you didn’t know you needed in your life!

“The romance and companionship associated with night-time radio remains healthy in the digital age. Whether you're passionate about music, a late-night grafter or just going for a spin with your mates, the Takeover is set to bring engaging content that's relevant to you – the people of the South East”, she says.

“Coming back to this vivacious and personality-fuelled radio station is incredibly exciting. It's no secret that some of the most amazing talent in the country hails from the Broadcast Centre, and I can't wait to reimmerse myself with the creative, digital and programming teams, and more importantly, my good friends there. I cannot wait to be a part of all of the major plans for Beat in 2019 and beyond.”

Beat’s on-air makeover doesn’t stop there.Weekend also sees a change of guard as Shonagh Lyons becomes the new presenter on Beat’s Big Saturday. Meanwhile,Waterford’s Paula Phelan takes over from Shonagh on Sunday afternoons from 4-6pm. Both presenters are graduates of the Beat/WLR/WIT Broadcast Course.

Head of Station Sound, Niall Power adds that he’s really proud to be working with the best young radio talent in the country: “The two Davids and Emma are the voices of a generation of young adults living and working in the South East. Darren Rice is a recognised name and voice across the region and I'm looking forward to hearing his easygoing approach to getting you home every day; all in the company of great music!”

Niall Power adds that “the show changes will be supported by an exciting station sound update as we introduce a new branding package from the talented team at Reelworld Europe. The package was created at their studios in Manchester and Seattle and is the perfect fit for Beat’s bolder attitude and playlist in 2019”.

Reelworld Europe's Paul Fernley says: "It’s great to continue our relationship with Beat in 2019! We love working with Niall, Gabrielle and Darren at Beat to support their exciting and ambitious output.This new set of themes brings the station’s sound right up to date with jingles that match Beat’s CHR playlist. I can’t wait to hear them on-air!”

Beat has also announced a new addition to the station's creative team in 2019. UK radio executive David Lloyd will be working with the Beat programming team on strategy and presenter development this year. David has held key management and programming roles in several UK stations, including LBC, the Galaxy Network, the BBC and the Orion Network. He has also served as Head of Programming at the UK Radio Authority.

Gabrielle Cummins is the C.E.O. and Programme Director of Beat.

She says “We’re constantly hearing that radio needs to adapt and change to survive. Beat has been constantly evolving ever since it launched as Ireland’s first regional radio station back in July 2003. As we head towards our sweet 16th birthday, I’m confident the exciting changes we’ve introduced, coupled with plans that will undoubtedly further engage our super loyal audience, all point towards 2019 being one of the most successful years to date for this multi award winning, market leading station.

We always listen to input from our valued listeners & clients, so all the team here has been working hard to exceed expectations. We’re all really looking forward to hearing feedback about our exciting new line up and fresh new sound to mark this latest chapter in the successful life of brand Beat”.

IS iad Steve Coogan agus John C. Reilly na príomhaisteoirí sa scannán Stan & Ollie. Is scéal croíúil é faoi na fir greannmhar, Stan Laurel agus Oliver Hardy, ag buaicphointe a gcuid gairmeacha. Bhí an scannán stiúrtha ag Jon S. Baird agus scríobh Jeff Pope an script scannáin. Is iad Shirley Henderson, Danny Huston, Nina Arianda, Rufus Jones agus Susy Kane cuid de na haisteoirí eile a bhí sa scannán.

Ag tús na scannáin, tá sé suite sna 1930í nuair atá gairmeacha Stan agus Ollie an-rathúil agus tá go leor scannáin acu. Tar éis 20 bliain, tá daoine i Meiriceá tuirseach den seó greannmhar cáiliúil agus bheartaigh Stan agus Ollie chun dul go hÉireann agus go Breatain chun tús a chur ar a ngairmeacha ann. Nuair atá siad ar chamcuairt, tá siad ag iarradh dul i bhfeidhm ar na lucht féachanna, ach ag an am céanna, tá drochsláinte agus fadhbanna eile acu agus tá sé an-deacair mar a gheall ar sin.

Tá sé an-deacair locht a fháil sa scannán iontach seo. Tá na haisteoirí ar fheabhas agus tá an scéal an-ghreannmhar agus uaireanta an-mhothúchánach. Ina theannta sin, níl sé deacair a thuiscint cén fáth go raibh John C. Reilly a ainmniú do dhuais Golden Globe mar thoradh ar an scannán seo. Tá an scannán suimiúil agus siamsúil ó thús go deireadh agus is fiú é a fheiceáil, gan dabht ar bith.

Ráta: 4.5/5

Verdi’s “La Traviata” Live from Covent Garden-Movies@SGC Dungarvan on Wednesday, Jan 30th, at 6.45 pm. ‘Traviata’, as Maria Callas showed again and again, is an operatic treasure.

GUISEPPEVerdi’s “La Traviata”, his nineteenth opera, premiered at Venice’s La Fenice Theatre on March 6th, 1853 - and that below-par opening night was a disaster. The soprano, who looked anything but consumptive, was greeted with derision at Violetta’s death scene - “A complete fiasco” was the composer’s verdict. It was a shattering blow to him, as ‘Rigoletto’, had premiered to wild enthusiasm in the ‘Fenice’ only two years earlier. But he held to his belief that he had written a great opera. He wrote to a friend: “’La Traviata’ was a fiasco … And, what’s worse, they laughed … Am I wrong or are they? The last word on ‘La Traviata’ was not heard last night.

They will hear it again - and we shall see!”

Antonio Gallo, who ran the Teatro San Benadetto in the same city, agreed with Verdi – he pleaded for permission to stage the ‘failed’ opera. When, after some revisions, it was performed in Gallo’s theatre and was received with acclaim. Ever since, La Traviata (‘the woman who strayed’) has been among the most popular of all operas.The role of Violetta is one of the most demanding in all opera. The soprano is on an emotional roller coaster and she needs great versatility in acting and in voice to do justice to the part – Violetta goes from frivolous pleasure-seeker to a figure of genuinely tragic stature. It can be a monstrous part for a soprano. For Callas, with her “rainbow of tones” (Matthew Boyden), it was her favourite role. She may have been the greatest ever in the part – sadly she made no proper studio recording, but what we have of her in that role is matchless.

‘Traviata’ is just one other opera that survived calamitous premieres to become worldwide favourites – many believe that ‘Carmen’s first-night fiasco hastened Bizet’s early death; Rossini’s “The Barber of Seville”, was likewise greeted with derision.

‘Traviata’ is packed with marvellous arias, duets, ensembles and lovely tunes. Denis Forman, in “The Good Opera Guide”, is emphatic: “’Traviata’ is a great opera: the music speaks to us directly … we believe in the characters … We can take the opera to our hearts lock, stock and barrel because of the warmth and pathos of the story. Alpha-plus.” It has been called “the first grown-up opera about contemporary life”.

The plot: Boy falls in love with girl; she’s not ‘good enough’ for his family; under parental pressure they separate; they get back together but it’s too late …

The real-life story happening which inspired ‘La Traviata’ is in itself a fascinating tale. Its subject was a cause of scandal for many in Verdi’s day.The libretto, by Piave, is adapted from Alexandre Dumas’ play, ‘La Dame aux Camelias’ - based on an event in Dumas’ own life. Its premiere in Paris, on February 2nd, 1852, with the legendary actress, Sarah Bernhardt, memorable as the heroine, was a triumph. The novelist and playwright had a year-long affair with the Parisian courtesan, Marie Du Plessis. When it ended she returned to Paris where she died aged only twenty-three Duplessis, though of tender years, was a famous courtesan who had been mistress to a number of wealthy men and had married twice; at seventeen her father had sold her to a seventy-year-old bachelor. When she died, greatly in debt, her belongings were sold. Charles Dickens attended the auction and wrote: “One could have believed that Marie was Jeanne D’Arc or some other national heroine, so profound was the general sadness”.

It’s Verdi’s magical music, the inherent drama of the plot, the wonderfully moving story that unfolds along with a soprano role that is a tour de force, which make ‘La Traviata’ so popular. The highlights are numerous. The preludes to Acts 1 and 3, The ‘Brindisi’ or drinking song, Alfredo’s first love song, ‘Un di felice’, and the marvellous ending to Act 1 are all genuine

showstoppers. Then there’s the magical, if sad, duet, ‘Ditte Alla Giovinne’, in which Violetta asks Germont to explain to his son, Alfredo, why she’s leaving him. (Try to come by a celebrated 1920s recording of it by Amelita Galli-Curci and Guiseppe de Luca. Likewise,‘Parigi o cara’, the duet towards the end, with John McCormack and Lucrezia Bori). And there’s so much more of beauty in its score.

With the exception of Mozart’s miraculous opera, “The Marriage of Figaro”, I can think of no opera which has more showstopping ‘hits’.

With lavish period sets and costumes and directed by one of the great Directors of theatre and opera, Sir Richard Eyre, this production with Anthony Pappano at the podium, should be magnificent. [Incidentally, I believe Sir Richard would be proud of having once directed Jenny Fennessy, from Ballysaggart, if he had seen her magnificent performances last week in “Lovesong” at Garter Lane.]

A screening not to be missed. It’s Live at SGC on Wednesday, January 30th at 6.45 p.m. Be there. Gan teip.

[From Jim Ryan].

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Dungarvan Tidy Towns SO what have we done in the last year???

The year 2018 was an exciting one for Dungarvan Tidy Towns. A few new committee members and fresh ideas.With all the volunteers that joined and helped make us bigger and better every time.

We took part in some major Litter Pick-Ups in town and surrounding area where we collected an obscene amount of litter through the year. We took part in West Waterford Festival of Food, Gum Litter campaign, Anti Roadside Littering Campaign, Coca Cola Clean Coast, National Spring Clean, GSK Green week, Dungarvan Aglow, Tidy Towns and of course the International Entente Florale competition where we took home Silver plaque and won over all Mitigation of Climate Change for the Greenway.

Now its 2019 and we are looking forward to our weekly Litter Pick Ups starting again.

If you haven't yet got involved but think you might like an hour in the open air making a positive difference to your community then follow us on Facebook Dungarvan Tidy Towns,WLR fm FYI section and keep your eyes on the paper or call to AnnMarie Rossiter Capitol Cleaners.

Longer nights, shorter days and suspected snow on the horizon means its more important than ever to provide garden birds with a high energy food source to supplement scarce winter foraging.

TIP OF THE WEEK Ideally birds should be fed all year round, but in winter a convenient food source can be difference between life and death for our feathered friends.

Abbeyside Girl Guides Volunteering.

Tidy Towns Volunteer Group.

To get the most enjoyment out of winged visitors place your bird feeder where you can see it. This way you can easily identify when you feeder needs to be refilled, and enjoy the splash of colour blue tits, robins and chaffinches bring to a wintery garden. By placing feeders in an open area, birds are more protected from predators like neighbourhood cats.

When it comes to the type of food you feed your birds it's important to remember Quality, not Quantity and a variety in the food you put out will attract different species - supplement high quality seed mixes with foods like mealworm, fat balls, suet cakes or kitchen scraps, but nothing salty!

Keep feeders clean and don't let food residue build up as this can spread disease among all the birds visiting your feeder. By feeding birds little and often you can avoid food going mouldy in our damp weather.

Visit birdwatchireland.ie for more information on species identification and to take part in their annual garden bird survey.

Tidy Towns Volunteer Group Spring Clean.

Aoife Power and Gemma Power at GSK Green Week.

Tidy Towns Beach Clean Volunteers.

Entente Florale: Annmarie Rossiter, Gemma Power & Aoife Power Dungarvan Tidy Towns Committee.

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11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scout Group CUB NOTES DECEMBER/ JANUARY NOVEMBER ended with our new cubs being Invested. This means they take the Scouting Promise in front of their families, friends and peers and officially become cub scouts.

We had a great night, our County Commissioner Alison Parle also attended and presented four of our older cubs who had moved onto scouts earlier this year, with their Chief Scout Award. They put in extra work in their last year in Cubs including doing a 20km hike, working on Adventure Skill Badges and Special Interest Badges.

They were presented with a Certificate and a badge which they will sew onto their scout uniform.

We ended the night with treats and teas/coffee and treats for the adults also.

Well done all the Cubs and Leaders.

Early in December we had our Cinema Day. This year we were joined by cubs from both Abbeyside and Cappoquin cub groups, it was a fun morning and great to get the groups together. We have been working on our knots and lashings during our weekly meetings.

Our last meeting for December we had our Christmas Party, fun, food, music and Christmas hats and jumpers were present.

After a two week Christmas break we came back with a bang. Our first activity of the new year was a hike from Crough Wood to Mahon Falls on Jan 13th. Cubs met at the Crough Woods carpark and set off at 10.00 a.m. It was a cold, windy morning, terrain was rough in places but not a problem to our cubs and for some it was their first time in the Comeraghs. 8km was the distance so well done all, that will go towards their Hill Walking Adventure Skills Badge.

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TALK BY DES POWER There was a large attendance at the museum last Wednesday to hear Des Power’s talk about the Power family of St. Brigid's Well Brewery. Des thanked Eddie Cantwell for his assistance with the research and said he was delighted to give the talk in the museum which was such a great setting and an asset to Dungarvan.

Des traced the story of individual family members and how many of the family set up their own businesses.

He explained the history of the brewery, developed by Thomas

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Power who also established a successful cider industry.

The museum is delighted to say that Des has kindly donated a collection of papers relating to the brewery which will be added to our existing Power archive.

LOCAL BUSINESS HELPS SOLVE AN ANCIENT MYSTERY! A massive thank you to Waterford Oysters (Meitheal Trá na Rinne Teo) for helping us achieve our goal to carry out detailed scientific analysis on the human remains found at Gallows Hill. These finds have been a major discovery in Dungarvan’s

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history and with the help of ground breaking technology we plan to tell the story of each individual. Ancient DNA will now also be carried out thanks to the fantastic support of Waterford Oysters and who knows maybe we can find some living local relatives!

There is so much to learn from the finds at Gallows Hill and the next few months will reveal some exciting revelations.

The Gallows Hill project would not be possible without the incredibly generous donations of local supporters and businesses.

Funds are still required to com-

Eddie Cantwell and Chrissy Knight O’Connor (Waterford County Museum/Gallows Hill Project Co-ordinators) receiving a generous donation from Clíona Mhic Giolla Chuda (Waterford Oysters Director). A great big thank you to Michael Burke Snr and all at Waterford Oysters (Meitheal Trá na Rinne Teo).

plete further isotope analysis to uncover this fascinating story and all donations will be really appreciated.

Our main concern now is a further dig at the Mound that this time could take up to four weeks. In order to complete the archaeological excavation at Gallows Hill, large funds are required and it is hoped that some organisation will have pity on us and come forward to fund the dig.

Sadly, on a recent visit to hill, we discovered evidence that bonfires have been lit once again on top of the mound where the human remains were located.

This certainly should not be tolerated on such an historical site, and we appeal to residents in the area to please contact us if such behaviour is witnessed by them.

YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the museum. The museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fund raising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member.

DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The Museum relies on dona-

Pictured at the talk by Des Power last Wednesday.

PHOTO OF THE WEEK THIS week we begin a new series where we take photographs from the museum archive which remain unidentified and for which we would like the reader's help to name the people and places featured.

Can you identify the people and place in this photograph?

If so please let us know. tions of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them.

VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m.

- 5.00 p.m.

Admission is free.

CONTACT DETAILS Tel: (058) 45960 Email: info@waterfordmuseum.ie Website: www.waterfordmuseum.ie Facebook: waterford county museum Twitter: @waterfordmuseum TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS See what people think of our museum on TripAdvisor at https://bit.ly/2ODTk9b Waterford County Museum is a non profit organisation, curated and managed by a voluntary committee.

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The Towns and Villages of the Waterford Greenway a history of Dungarvan, Abbeyside, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Waterford City.

An excerpt from the Portlaw chapter of Waterford County Museum’s new book The Towns & Villages of the Waterford Greenway. The book is a history of Dungarvan, Abbeyside, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Waterford City. The Portlaw chapter was written by Ger Crotty utilising research by Tom Hunt, Majella Walsh, Bill Irish and Willie Power.

Portlaw Cotton Mill

All roads lead to the mill. This aerial view of Portlaw shows how the village was constructed around the mill.

[Pat Kenealy]

PORTLAW village’s structure and layout is based on its relationship with the cotton mill and the Malcomson family.

The Malcomson name became familiar throughout 19th-century Ireland as they grew to be one of the bestknown industrial families in the country, influential in milling and shipbuilding. As businesspeople they were deeply influenced by their Quaker ideals. Honest endeavour, religious tolerance, respect and consideration were hallmarks of their interactions with both employees and neighbours. Portlaw village owes its existence to the arrival in the early 1820s of David Malcomson who founded the cotton mill.

Mayfield Mills, Portlaw, 1884.

Water was one of the key resources that made Portlaw attractive to Malcomson.

Between 1825 and 1830, a canal was built connecting the River Clodiagh and the factory complex to transport raw materials in and finished goods out by barge.

A significant proportion of this raw cotton originated in North America. It was shipped to Liverpool and then Waterford before being transported to Portlaw by barge.

In 1825 over 100 masons and labourers were employed on site constructing the new mill. By 1846 the total investment was reported as being more than £100,000, which equates to approximately €11.5 million in today’s money. The number employed in the mill was in excess of 1,000 by this period.

Some of the earliest workers were brought from Lancashire and the northeast of Ireland.

These skilled workers trained the locals in the manufacture of cotton.

The cotton mill eventually suffered several hammer blows which eventually led to the demise of the business. The American Civil War resulted in a significant decline in the supply of raw cotton. The Malcomsons’ bank, Overend, Gurney & Co.,

collapsed with significant losses for the family, and the withdrawal of substantial shareholdings by Joseph Malcomson’s widow combined with this to undermine the business. The factory closed in 1876 and the village’s population dropped from over 4,500 to around 1,100 in the 1901 census as many of the skilled workers emigrated to find work.

BUY THE BOOK This impressive 270-page book priced at €20 is now available in the following local outlets:Dungarvan: Eurospar Abbeyside, Reader’s Choice, Shalloe’s Newsagents, Dungarvan Tourist Office, Waterford Co. Museum, David Walsh Office Supplies, and Easons. Stradbally: Cunningham's Supermarket.

Dunhill: Education Centre.

Kilmacthomas: Post Office.

Kilmeaden: Hickson's Centra.

Lismore: Heritage Centre.

Portlaw: Portlaw Heritage Centre, Fogarty’s Shop.Waterford City: The Book Centre, Ardkeen Foodstore. Online: www.waterfordmuseum.ie/greenway All profits go towards supporting Waterford heritage groups.

The project is supported by Waterford Leader partnership, Waterford Council and The Heritage Council.

The Square, Portlaw c.1910.

Map of Portlaw by Michael Power and Anne Lannon Power.

SCHOOL NEWS Ballinacourty National School – Reunion to mark 50th Anniversary of Closure 1885 was an important year for Dungarvan town and its surrounding districts as during this year some of the town’s street names were renamed after Irish patriots e.g O’Connell Street. This street was historically known as Blackpool and very early records note it as Market Street.

The year of 1885 was equally a vital one for the families of Ballinacourty as this was the year its National School opened. Due to changing times of a different kind, the school closed some eighty four years later in 1969. Many were sad to see this closure especially the remaining students as they had to take the bus away from their small rural country school to the relative hustle and bustle of Scoil Mhuire in Abbeyside.

During the lifetime of Ballinacourty NS a small army of pupils from the immediate area (many of whom were related!) marched through its doors and received a fine education in its one classroom building. Now one hundred and thirty four years later the beautiful stone cut school building is still standing and is used by Dungarvan Golf Club.

To mark the 50th Anniversary of the school’s closure, a reunion will be held in the Gold Coast Ballinacourty on Sunday, 4th August at 8.30 p.m. Tickets €10. Past pupils, friends and their families are very welcome. This will be a night to reminisce and catch up with old school friends and chat about school days next door to what was once a very vibrant and important school building in the Ballinacourty community.

To co-inside with the reunion it is hoped to publish a short collection of articles and a brief history of the School. If you have any old photos, stories to tell, even a poem or a song please e mail Mary Lawless (Norris) at ballinacourtyns@gmail.com Tickets for the reunion will go on sale nearer the date for but for now mark Sunday, 4th August 2019 at the Gold Coast as an important date in your diary.

Try Rowing at Blackwater Community School ON Thursday, 17th January, Blackwater Community School, Lismore, took part in a Rowing Ireland ‘Try Rowing' Workshop organised

by Waterford Sports Partnership and facilitated by Mary Maloney of rowing Ireland.

The programme is designed for Transition Year students to become skilled and knowledgeable in the sport of Rowing and to become confident in organising and coaching sessions for young people.

Twenty one TY students participated in the 3 hour workshop which is a mix of theory & practical work, the group were a pleasure to work with as they engaged fully in the workshop and each student had the opportunity to coach and demon-

strate the skills of Rowing.

The students will now work coach sessions with the 1st years in the school.

A big thank you to: Cappoquinn Rowing Club for the use of the five ergometers, the staff of Blackwater Community School who helped coordinate the workshop, and to Mary Maloney from Rowing Ireland for delivering a most enjoyable workshop. Best of luck to all involved in rolling out the programme in the coming weeks!

For more information on this programme, please contact Louise Barry, Sports Development Officer, Waterford Sports Partnership on 0761 10 2619/ lbarry@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

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A group photo at Cork on Ice before the fun began.

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Camogie semi-final for the Árd Scoil Junior Team WE would like to wish the very best of luck to our junior camogie team who play their Munster semi-final versus Templemore next Wednesday, January 23rd at 11.30 a.m. in Clonmel Commercials GAA. They have been training very hard and we wish them all the luck in the world!

ARD SCOIL NA nDÉISE STUDENT TO REPRESENT IRELAND AT THE IWAS WORLD GAMES IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Congratulations to Aislinn O’Regan, Transition Year, who has been selected to represent Ireland in the International Wheelchair and Amputees Sports Federation World Games in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates in February. This year’s World Games will welcome athletes from age fourteen years and up including former Paralympic athletes and champions. Twelve athletes will represent Ireland and Aislinn is the youngest member of the Irish team again this year.

Aislinn will compete in the shot put and discus field events.This is a well deserved opportunity for Aislinn who is currently training three or four times a week in Dungarvan, Cork, and Wexford.

We hope that she will thoroughly enjoy the experience and will also get to spend some time taking in the sights in the United Arab Emirates!

TRANSITION YEAR STUDENTS TAKE TO THE ICE On Wednesday, January 16th our Transition Year students went to Cork to try their hand at ice skating. It was the first time that many of the girls had tried this activity and thankfully they all managed to get the hang of it to some degree. We are pleased to report that there were no broken bones, although we hear that there are plenty of bruises! Ice skating was a lovely start to 2019 and a trip to Mahon Point to check out the shops rounded the day off nicely! Thank you to Mr. Barry for organising the trip and to Ms. Scully and Ms. Cleary for accompanying the girls.

Congratulations to Aislinn O'Regan who has been selected to represent Ireland at the IWAS World Games in the United Arab Emirates in February.

Best of luck to the Junior Camogie team in their upcoming semi-final.

Transition Year students take to the ice.

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DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Under 14 Hurling OUR Under 14 hurlers enjoyed a visit from one of Irelands most prestigious hurling nurseries last week, when The North Monastery from Cork visited Dungarvan CBS.The visit of North Monastery highlights the high esteem that the current crop of Under 14’s are held in, and it most also be noted that two teams were brought down to Dungarvan on the day showing the depth of talent in each school. The games were very enjoyable and show cased the immense skill of all on show.

On the day North Monastery were victorious in both games.

However it has to be noted that the North Mon are consistently competing at Harty Cup level in recent years and hopefully these lads can reach that level in the coming years.

It was also great to see a good number of supporters present at the game, with many familiar faces from the Under 14’s successful football campaign easy to recognise.

TY BIKE MAINTENANCE WORKSHOP It was with great pleasure that Garda Aidan McCarthy recently visited Dungarvan CBS Transition Year Students. Garda McCarthy

who can often be seen cycling around town on his garda bike visited our Transition Years to give the first of a number of workshops on the areas of Bike/Cycling Safety and Bike Maintenance.

The boys thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and are looking forward to the next workshop.

TY POETRY WORKSHOP Transition Year Students also enjoyed a visited from the immensely talented Stephen Murray in the past week. Stephen has been visiting our Transition Years with a number of years delivering an engaging poetry shop.

1st YEARS SAY GOODBYE TO “FERNANDO” It was with much sadness that 1st Year Joyce waved goodbye to Spanish exchange student Fernando who returned to his home school over the Christmas holidays. It was a pleasure to have Fernando in the CBS for the short period of time he spent in the area.

Fernando fully immersed himself in the culture of Dungarvan CBS and he was truly sad to leave some new found friends behind.

Hopefully, we may see Fernando again in the future but for now “espero verte de nuevo amigo.”

Garda Aidan McCarthy conducting a bike safety workshop with our Transition Year students.

Dungarvan CBS Under 14 A Team who lost narrowly to North Mon in a recent challenge game.

Our Under 14 B Team who were defeated by the North Monastery in a recent challenge game in the CBS.

Dungarvan CBS Junior athletics team.

Our First Year Joyce Class say goodbye to Spanish Exchange Student Fernando.

Dungarvan CBS Athletics Club members at the recent championship held in St Augustines.

Dungarvan CBS athletics team members

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BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

French Exchange WE welcome over 20 students to our school who are with us on our school exchange programme with Lycee Saint Martin in Rennes.

They are attending classes and special activities are organised to give them an insight into our culture and activities that students are involved in both in school and in the community.

JOHN PAUL 11 AWARDS Bets of luck to students who are to receive their John Paul 11 Awards from Bishop Cullinan and wish all the best to Transition Year students who have recently registered for this years awards.

TRANSITION YEAR INFORMATION NIGHT Third Year students and their Parents/ Guardians are invited to our Transition Open Night this Thursday night, January 24th, at 7.00 p.m.

This will be of interest to those who are considering applying to do Transition Year in September 2019 and information on the programme will be available on the night.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR On Wednesday there is an U16½ Gaelic Football match, Thursday the Munster Badminton will take place in UL and on Friday the Camogie and U15 Hurlers have games.

French Exchange students arrive at BCS.

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Apprenticeships at GSK Presentation WE were delighted to welcome past pupil Eibhlín Hennessy of GSK to the college last Tuesday.

Eibhlín and her colleague Kieran Wilcock gave our Senior Cycle students a very comprehensive account of Apprenticeships at GSK entilted "Start Changing Your World".

R.N.L.I (HELVICK) VISIT As part of a fundraiser TY Student Bank, Banc Na Mara invited, Nicky Hannigan, Anne McCarthy and Seán Walsh of Helvick RNLI to the college last week. Banc Na Mara have organised a Treasure Hunt for 1st Year students with the proceeds going to the RNLI Helvick.

"HAIRSPRAY" Our eagerly awaited school musical will be staged in the school theatre on week beginning February 4th. Full details are available on the school website www.staugustines.ie. This year it's the turn of "Hairspray", a 2007 musical romantic comedy based on the 2002 Broadway musical of the same name. Further information regarding ticket sales etc. next week.

STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOP FOR JC STUDENTS Máire Shannahan of The Super Generation gave a very helpful-

study skills workshop to Junior Cycle students recently.The workshop is designed to help students develop study methodologies, organisational skills and memory techniques. Many thanks to Bean Uí Fhoghlú (Yearhead) who organised the workshop for the studen WATERFORD SCHOOLS'CROSS COUNTRY This event took place in the school on Thursday last and the Friary runners enjoyed great suc-

cess with Tommy and Rory Fennell taking first and second places respectively in the Junior Boys event. Angelina Chizhikova won the Minor Girls' section,Ali Cunningham took first place in the Junior Girls' event.Well done to all.

CAMOGIE NEWS On Saturday last our Senior Camogie team took on Coláiste

Phobal Ros Cré at Bushy Park in the Schools' Senior "C" Camogie final. Unfortunalely it wasn't to be our day with a final score of 2-03 to 4-06.

Well done to all team members who put up a great battle making us all very proud of our team.

Rhona Drohan was our top scorer notching up a goal and two

points.Thanks to mentors Mr. Jason Forrestal and Ms. Lisa Hanrick.

WATERFORD COUNTY FOOTBALL NEWS Congrats to staff member Mr. Brian Looby who has being named as captain of Waterford Senior Football team for the upcoming season.

Brian replaces his colleague at St. Augustine's Mr. Paul Whyte.

Well done Brian. Best of luck in 2019.

RUGBY NEWS Congratulations to Past pupil Thomas Ahern who recently took his place in the Munster Academy.

Well done Thomas The Friary is proud of this great achievement.

Ali Cunningham winner of Junior Girls' section in the recent Cross Country event at the college.

Members of RNLI Helvick, with members of Banc na Mara. From left - Anne McCarthy (RNLI), Ms. M. McGann (TY Co-Ordinator), Seán Walsh (RNLI) and Nicky Hannigan (RNLI).

Máire Shannahan, The Super Generation pictured with Junior Cycle students from left, Lara, Cliodhna, Elizabeth and Amy at a study skills workshop which took place in the school recently.

5th Year students (from left) Molly, Kate, David and Alex are pictured with Eibhlín and Kieran of GSK.

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN

Busy times in St. Mary’s OUR boys and girls have settled back into school life with ease after the Christmas break. It was lovely to hear all about the man in red visiting their homes and about all the fun they had with their families and friends.

Our ukulele classes have started up again much to the delight of our students. Drama also continues each Thursday for pupils in classes 2nd to 6th. The children are thoroughly enjoying the classes facilitated by Mary Nagle. It is a wonderful opportunity for them and will culminate with a performance by all the children in May of this year. Auditions and planning have already commenced and the excitement is building each week.

ACTIVE SCHOOLS Ms. Harty held an active school committee meeting last week. Trojan work has been done to date this school year with regards to the Active Schools Programme. One new initiative that is proving to be very succesful are the Playground Leader sessions where volunteer students guide younger children in games for a portion of their break. It is facilitating the development of leadership skills and responsibility while building relationships between older and younger pupils.

DEBATING Last Friday, St. Mary's welcomed Ardmore NS for a debate. The St. Mary's team propsed the motion that gmfs are essential in the fight against world hunger. It was a very close debate and all the girls were super we were defeated by St. Declan's on this occasion. Wonderful questions were asked by 5th and 6th class students who attended. The speakers were Niamh O’Riordan, Kathleen Burke and Alex Keohane.

Chairpersons were Niamh Moroney and Macayla Hannigan Dalton.

Timekeepers were Chloe, Isabella and Malwina.

We would like to thank the judges who had a difficult job. Also huge thanks to Ms. Foley and to the teachers and students from Ardmore who travelled to us. Debating is fantastic for developing confidence in public speaking and we look forward to more debating fun in the near future.

AISTEAR IN JUNIOR INFANTS This week, Junior Infants have been learning all about Antarctic and penguins. We brought this learning to life in Aistear by building our own igloos, ice fishing for sounds, roleplay in an igloo, making arctic animals from junk art and small world play of Antarctic it’s self! We learned loads and it was 'snow' much fun!

St. Mary's Primary School Active Schools Committee.

Kaylum, Daksh, Alison and Sofija playing in Antartica... wow!

Nathan did a great job building an igloo for his penguin.

Playing in Antartica.

Debating in St. Mary's.

4th Class students enjoy a drama session with Mary Nagle.

Ice-fishing for sounds was lots of fun!

Building an igloo.

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MODELIGO NATIONAL SCHOOL

Busy times in Modeligo National School THE new term is up and running at Modeligo N.S. We recently celebrated our Allianz Sciath na Scoil Roinn D victory with a special assembly. Modeligo GAA, together with the school’s Parents’ Association sponsored medals for the senior girls; winners and the senior boys; runners up.

Modeligo GAA is enjoying great success currently, and the captains/players from the local victorious football and camogie teams came along to present the medals. It was very inspiring for our young players!

SUCCESS IN MATHEMATICS Our school had a recent curriculum evaluation of Mathematics.We are very pleased with the follow-up report and findings.

“The overall quality of pupils' learning in Mathematics is very good, the pupils display high levels of interest in their learning and are highly motivated.They experience Mathematics in a positive and encouraging environment.Teachers' practice is of a good quality, with very high quality practice observed in some settings. The quality of support for pupils with Special Educational Needs is good and the overall quality of school planning, including School Self-Evaluation, is good.”

SCIENCE IN ACTION During Science Week, our 5th & 6th Class pupils visited the EuroFins laboratory in Dungarvan.They studied cultures grown from their own skin samples, taken earlier in the week. They undertook several exciting tasks, supported by the staff of Eurofins. The children had a wonderful time using the lab equipment and being scientists for a day!

We recently celebrated our Allianz Sciath na Scoil Roinn D victory with a special assembly. Modeligo GAA, together with the school’s Parents’ Association sponsored medals for the senior girls; winners and the senior boys; runners up.

Science in action for Modeligo National School pupils.

5th and 6th Class pupils who visited the EuroFins laboratory in Dungarvan.

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St. Joseph’s Primary School – The Parents’ Association would like to thank all those who supported our 3rd and 4th Table Quiz. We could also thank the parents that have their time to help out on the night. Pictured is the 3rd Class Quiz team.

Dungarvan Branch INTO Presentations to Recently retired Teachers – At the Function in The Park Hotel were standing Muireann MhicDhonncha, Chairperson Dungarvan Branch INTO; Brendan Horan, INTO CEC Representative and Mary Harney, Secretary Dungarvan Branch INTO with seated from left retirees Vera Collins, Mary Dunford, Mary Cusack and Meave Gildea.

[Sean Byrne]

Dungarvan Branch INTO Presentations to Recently retired Teachers – Cutting the Cake at the Retirement Function were Retirees Mary Cusack, Mary Dunford, Vera Collins and Meave Gildea.

[Sean Byrne]

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Our school were lucky to have the Red Kettle Theatre come to us during the week and the boys really enjoyed the morning.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Third Sunday In Ordinary Time - Nehemiah 8: 2-6, 8-10 - Ezra read from the Law of God and the people understood what was read.

1 Corinthians 12: 12-30 - You together are Christ’s body; but each of you is a different part of it.

Luke 1: 1-4; 4:14-21 - This text is being fulfilled today.

Alpha 2019 - The Alpha programme began in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Tuesday, 22nd January from 7 – 9 pm. The first session looked at the question: Is there more to life than this? Next week’s session on Tuesday, 29th January, will look at the question: Who is Jesus? Alpha is a series of sessions exploring the Christian faith which is open

to people over 18 years of age, of any faith or none and is free of charge. Each session is made up of a meal, a video presentation and a discussion.

World Youth Day, 22nd – 27th January 2019 - This gathering of young people from around the world is, in fact, spread over a week. It will take place in Panama from 22nd – 27th January. The theme is ‘I am the servant of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.’ (Luke 1:38) Pope Francis will attend from 23rd – 27th January.

Please watch out for television coverage on EWTN. Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes This pilgrimage takes place from Wednesday, 5th June – Monday, 10th June 2019. Bookings at

Lourdes Office, St. John’s Pastoral Centre, John’s Hill, Waterford. More details on church noticeboard.

Catholic Schools Week, 27th January – 3rd February 2019.

Celebrating the Work of Our Local Catholic Schools - These days celebrate the work of our Catholic Schools in local communities throughout Ireland. If they are to continue, they need the support of families and communities. Each day has a particular theme: Monday: Living Tradition.

Tuesday: Welcoming Diversity.

Wednesday: Grandparents’ Day/Intergenerational.

Thursday: In Service of our Community.

Friday: Supporting Faith.

Lord, help our Catholic schools to celebrate our faith.

Parish Office - Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 058-42374.

Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136.

Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282 St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087 774 7870.

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MARY (May) McCARTHY (nee McCarthy) Chapel Street, Tallow, and formerly of Parkdotia, Tallow With sincere sorrow and regret we record the passing of Mary (May) McCarthy (nee McCarthy), Chapel Street, Tallow, and formerly of Parkdotia, Tallow, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred suddenly on 29th December, 2018.

May was born on 16th November, 1934, in Parkdotia,Tallow. She was educated in the Convent National School in Tallow until the late 1940s. Some time later, she moved to London where she worked in Hampstead General Hospital. She returned home to Tallow sometime later and began working for the O'Brien family in Barrack Street. She spent many happy years in employment there.

May loved dancing and she was a big fan of the Showbands. She spent many a night in Redbarn Youghal and in The Arch Ballroom in Tallow.This is where she met her husband Michael and they were married on 27th December, 1969. May had two children, her daughter Martina and her son John.

May spent her life after that being a homemaker at her house in Chapel Street. She created a loving home for her family. She also helped to rear her five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

May was a very religious person and she was very devoted to Our Lady and St. Therese. She loved to pray and she would always have her Rosary beads and holy medals with her everywhere she would go. May was a very kind, loving and gentle lady who always had time for everyone. Her door was always open. Many a chat was had and many a pot of tea has been drank over the years. She was so selfless and always put others first. She will be so dearly missed by her family who are heartbroken.

May she Rest In Peace.

Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home,Tallow, on Saturday evening, Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of her loving family relatives and friends. On Sunday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church,Tallow.

On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P. Symbols representing Mary’s life were presented to the altar by grandson Sean (Rosary beads, holy medal and a prayer), grand-daughter Sophie (a radio), son John (family photographs) and daughter Martina (Golden Anniversary 50 years marriage symbol).

The significance of these were narrated by grand-daughter Maria.

Readings during the Mass were recited by grandson David and niece Mary. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Shane Houlihan, Karen and Adrian O’Brien and Peter Willoughby. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Mary Peddar-Daly throughout the Mass.

The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by her loving husband Michael and sister Ann Hogan. Following Communion grandson David recited a poem and grand-daughter Julie delivered a beautiful tribute to her grandmother and showed their appreciation on behalf of the family for the help they received throughout the funeral. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers, where Mary was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May’s husband Michael and extended family would like to express their gratitude to: Dr. Lordan (Lismore), Dr. Owens (UHW), the staff of UHW and a special word of thanks to Nurse Norma Caples for your care and attention. Aidan and Marie Walsh and staff for their professionalism, support and kind words at such a difficult time. Fr. M. Mellican, I.C., and Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., the Sacristan, altar servers and Martin Sheehan. Mary Peadar-Daly for the lovely music. Kearney Catering for all of the lovely refreshments throughout the days of the funeral.

A special word of thanks to May's neighbours and friends who contributed in any way at all during the family's difficult time, it is so greatly appreciated. Lastly, to all of you who attended the funeral and sent Mass cards and floral tributes or just rang or called in.Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support.

We extend of deepest sympathy to her loving husband Michael; son John and his partner Suzsanna; daughter Martina; brother Tom McCarthy; sister Ann Hogan; grandchildren Maria, Julie, David, Sean and Sophie; great-grandchildren Adrian, Darragh and Billie-Mae; brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Month’s Mind Mass will be offered up for May on Saturday, 26th January, 2019, at 6.30 p.m. in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow.

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

OBITUARY MICHAEL MOORE Ballingown West, Villierstown With sincere sadness and deep regret, we record the passing of Michael Moore, Ballingown West, Villierstown, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, beloved son of the late Davey and Peggy (nee Chapman), which sad event occurred unexpectedly on 23rd December, 2018.

Michael was born in Ballinameela on the 16th May, 1962. He was the second eldest of eight children. He attended Villierstown National School,Youghal Secondary School and Cappoquin Technical School.

On leaving school, he took up employment at Stewards of Ballinaparka, then at Moloney’s in Ballinameela and at Otto’s Engineering in Villierstown.

In 1985 Michael moved to England, where he joined his sister Anita and good friend Connie (R.I.P.). He spent many years there working in construction. He married Ann and they had three children Rosiianne, Shannon and Crystal. In 2007 Michael returned home to Ireland. He lived with his brother Sean until he got a house in Aglish.

He then moved to Villierstown where he lived in Riverview Estate next to his brother Wattle. Following the death of his father Davey, Michael and beloved mother Peggy, returned to live in the family home in Ballingown West, where he continued to live until his untimely death.

Here, along with his sister Anita and family members, they cared for Peggy until her admission to CareChoice Nursing Home in Dungarvan, to where he was a regular visitor until her death on January 29th, 2018.

Michael was a true family man and kept in constant contact with his children and grandchildren in London, visiting them regularly.

Michael was also a very religious man who gave generously to the missions. He would always wear his Rosary beads around his neck and was a regular visitor to church and to the graveyards to say a prayer for the dearly departed, especially his father, mother and dear friend Connie.

Michael always liked to help others. He spent many years helping Mike on the farm, as did his father before him. Michael also had a great love for the outdoor life and would spend many days out fishing in the boat on the River Blackwater or hunting in the fields with his brothers Wattle and Sean and his dear friend Bobby. He loved his dogs and could be seen walking them regularly. He also had a love for cutting timber. Michael and Bobby could be often seen travelling here and there on their motorbikes together, another of his loves.

Michael had a great family and great friends who would call to him regularly and lend a hand if he ever needed it and he would do the same for them in return.

At Christmas time Michael loved to go and get red berried holly and give it to his many neighbours, a tradition he got from his father.

And in fitting style, along with his brother Wattle that is how he spent his last day delivering holly around. Michael was truly a great son, brother, father, grandfather and friend to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered.

May he Rest In Peace.

May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Rosiianne, Shannon and Crystal; brothers Wattle and Sean; sisters Mary Dalton, Bridget Landers, Anita Hamill, Grainne Mernin and Imelda Landers; brothers-in-law James Dalton, James Landers, Colin Hamill, Michael Mernin and Declan Landers; sisters-in-law Deirdre and Michaela; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, grandchildren, his very special friend Bobby; relatives, neighbours and friends.

Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Friday, 25th January, 2019, in St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin, at 7.30 p.m.

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

FRANCES ANNE PICKERING-CANNING Mocollop, Ballyduff Upper It is with much sadness and sincere regret that we record the passing of Frances Anne Pickering-Canning which sad event occurred on Sunday, 13th January, 2019.

Lying in repose at her residence, many friends and neighbours gathered on Tuesday evening to sympathise with her loving family.

Funeral service took place at her residence on Wednesday, the celebrant was Very Rev.Walter Hill. Following the service the cortege proceeded to St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff, where Frances Anne was laid to rest in the family grave.

To her loving husband Liam Canning; children Cara, Kate, Tom, Emillie and Richard; grandchildren Josh, Alfie,Tilly and Algie, and her extended family, we extend our deepest sympathy.

(Funeral arrangements by Pat Ryan, Funeral Director, Lismore).

59 MICHAEL NUGENT Ballycreen, Ring The passing of Michael Nugent on Saturday, 19th January, 2019, in the loving care of staff in St.Vincent's University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin, evoked feelings of deep sorrow and regret. We express our deepest sympathy to Michael’s wife Eileen; family Cristíona, Michael A. and Ellen; son-in-law Tim Ryan; grandchildren Donnacha and Tadgh; sisters Margaret Ryan, Eileen Curran, Cáit Keating and the late Maureen Kiely; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Michael lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening, 20th January, to where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects and console his bereaved family. Later in the presence of his loving family Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., led the Rosary and Funeral Prayers.

Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Michael’s life was celebrated on Monday morning, 21st January, by Fr. Kelly, P.P., assisted by Fr. Michael Enright, P.E., in Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn, and afterwards Michael was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MICHAEL WRIGHT 3 Congress Villas, Cloneety, Dungarvan It is with shock and deep regret we record the passing of Michael Wright which tragic event occurred on 20th January, 2019.

We express our deepest sympathies to his wife Teresa and family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May he Rest In Peace.

Funeral arrangements later.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

Liturgy of Appreciation for the work of Religious Orders and Congregations in our Diocese Friday, 1st February at 7.00 p.m.

Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, Waterford ON 1st February in the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity,Waterford, at 7.00 pm there will be a Liturgy of Appreciation for all the work which the Religious Orders and Congregations have carried out in this diocese. There are 22 Religious Orders working and praying among us. The diocese wishes to acknowledge the great work carried out by the Religious in the ceremony on 1st February, the Feast of St. Brigid.

The ceremony will include scripture readings, hymns and a homily and will be followed by light refreshments in Dooley’s Hotel afterwards.

Parishioners throughout the Diocese are invited to attend.

Just think of it!

“Who do you say I am?”: this very direct question was put to Peter and the other apostles by Jesus. He had asked them what people generally were saying about him: now it was time for his close followers to make up their minds.

Time and again during his public life Jesus challenged someone, “Do you believe in me?” A man might ask the Lord to cure him, maybe to restore his sight or to heal his leprosy.The first response would be, “Do you believe I can do it?” Jesus required that people believed that he was who he claimed to be, the beloved Son whom the eternal Father had sent to live in the world.

In our prayers to Jesus we might pause from time to time to activate our faith in him. He is truly God: all that we think and say about God can be applied to Jesus. He is eternal:“In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was God.” He is goodness itself.

He is holiness itself.

If we reflect on truths like these it helps us to think with wonder and love on the extraordinary person who grew up as a child in the home of Mary and Joseph in Nazareth. Later in his life, how amazing it was that the man sitting in a boat on the lake of Galilee, helping Peter and his companions to pull a fishing net into the boat, later on sitting down with them to eat some of the fish, that that man is the eternal, all-powerful God living as a genuine human being. This is the mystery called the Incarnation, where the Word was made flesh and dwelt amongst us.

Reflecting on this helps us to give meaning to the words we use when we say our prayers.

Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

FARMING Lancet report fails to recognise carbon efficient food production in Ireland

Pictured at the ABP stand at the recent BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition are students (Left to Right): Emily Coughlan and Caoimhe Cliffe from Blackwater Community School, Lismore, Co. Waterford, with Martina O’Leary from ABP.

ABP sponsors Farm Safety category at BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2019 FOR the fifth consecutive year, ABP Food Group has sponsored the special Farm Safety Award at the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE). The

“ABP Farm Safety Award” recognises projects that focus on improving safety on farms and educating people about the dangers of accidents in a farming environment.

ABP Food Group also hosted a stand at the event, which replicated their food production process, and highlighted the company’s use of recycled materials in their operations.

No progress expected on farm-family Fair Deal Scheme changes– Butler FIANNA Fáil’s Spokesperson on Older People, Mary Butler has said that she is desperately disappointed at the Government’s continuing tardiness at passing a bill to enact changes to the Fair Deal Scheme for farm families.

Deputy Butler was commenting as the Spring Legislative Programme, published by the Government Chief Whip, showed that the heads of bill of the Nursing Homes Support Scheme (Amendment) Bill is still being prepared and that no timescale for pre-legislative scrutiny has been identified.

This is the exact same position as the Autumn Legislative Programme.

“It seems to me that opportunities to progress vital pieces of legislation, such as this bill, are being missed as the Government prioritises Brexitrelated legislation.

“Don’t get me wrong, the Oireachtas needs to pass important legislation needed to protect Ireland from the ravages of Brexit, but I think scrapping and delaying other vital bills is not what is needed.

“If time is of the essence, increase the amount of days that the Dáil and Seanad will sit to accommodate both priorities. I don’t believe it’s an either or scenario.

“The changes that have been put forward with respect to the

Fair Deal Scheme are critical to making it fairer for farm families who have been unable to secure the benefits of the scheme for their older relatives.

“The bill, if passed, would make changes to the scheme to ensure that farm and business assets would be treated in the same manner as the principal private residence where a family successor commits to working the land.

“This has been a bug-bear for farming families for years, and these changes are desperately needed to make the scheme fairer and to ensure that older farmers can access the care they need.

“It’s very disappointing that

no progress will be made this legislative term on passing this bill. Farm families, while wanting the country to be prepared for Brexit, still want and need these changes to the Fair Deal Scheme implemented,” concluded Butler.

Mary Butler

RESPONDING to the report published by The Lancet, IFA President Joe Healy said the report fails to take any account of how carbon efficiently food is produced in different regions of the world, or the very high standards that Irish farmers adhere to.

Joe Healy said, “Irish farmers are engaged in climate action. We have very efficient food production systems in Ireland from a climate perspective. We are the most carbon efficient dairy producer in Europe and amongst the top five in beef. It’s important that this sustainable production is not restricted, as it would lead to increased international climate emissions. This would happen because regions like the Brazilian Amazon in South America would be deforested to meet this growing demand”.

The Teagasc climate roadmap, published in June last year, represents a clear strategy for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in the sector. However, it requires whole of Government support. The IFA has written to An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar and sought his climate leadership in co-ordinating the key Government Departments and state agencies to fully deliver this climate roadmap.”

Joe Healy said proteins from beef and dairy are an important part of a balanced diet. The threat to public health from obesity is well documented. Dietary balance, variety and moderation combined with an active lifestyle remain the single-most important message we all need to act upon, and this is what public health authorities must focus on.

He said it was a ludicrous distraction to suggest that people should have little or no meat and dairy as part of their diet.

Pig sector spiralling deeper into financial crisis IFA Pigs Committee Chairman Tom Hogan has called on the pig factories to recognise the devastating consequences of paying below the cost of production. Current prices range from €1.38c/kg to €1.42c/kg, with the cost of production around €1.60c/kg.

“Farmers are losing up to 20c/kg on factory pigs. This equates to a loss of over €16 on every pig produced. Costs are rising and the feed market is showing no signs of abating.

Without a significant increase, the viability of many family pig farms will be called into question by their bank managers, and the outcome will not be a good one,” “An immediate and substantial price rise is required to give pig farmers some glimmer of hope that 2019 will see a return to breakeven margins, at the very least,” said Tom Hogan.

The situation has worsened as pig prices remain stagnant and feed has increased along with other input costs such as labour, energy, insurance and veterinary.

Tom Hogan has sought an urgent meeting with the Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed to find some way to alleviate the dire financial stress on pig farms. However, the Minister has yet to even acknowledge this request.

He also called on secondary processors and retailers to support pig farmers by purchasing Bord Bia approved, Quality Assured pig meat products from certified plants.

“It is heart-breaking to walk into a local retailer and see imported pig meat on the shelf, displacing locally- produced pork and bacon. This not only displaces Irish pig meat, it jeopardises an entire industry which supports over 10,000 jobs,” he said.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Forestry Advisory Clinic takes place in Dungarvan LANDOWNERS who are considering establishing a forest can avail of a private and personalised one-to one consultation with an experienced forestry adviser.This Forestry Advisory Clinic takes place in the Teagasc offices in Shandon, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 29th January. The consultation is arranged by appointment.

This Clinic is part of an extensive nationwide series of Forestry Advisory Clinics organised by the Forestry Development Department of Teagasc promoting the establishment of forestry as a sustainable and rewarding land use on Irish farms.

The Forestry Programme offers landowners and existing forest owners many options in relation to forest establishment with a range of attractive grants and annual premium categories available.

Dr. Nuala Ní Fhlatharta, Head of Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department said “Landowners consider forestry for many reasons, such as supplementing farm income or creating a biodiverse native woodland.

That is why a land use change to forestry, like any new farm enterprise, will raise many questions.”

John Casey, local Teagasc Forestry Adviser agrees, “It is important to get answers to your

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Are you considering establishing a farm forest?

Are you looking for tips to better manage your forest?

FORESTRY ADVISORY CLINIC Tuesday, 29th January @ Teagasc Offices, Shandon, Dungarvan Forestry Clinic 2019 questions before creating a farm forest. You need to understand the requirements of the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and other farm schemes. These Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clinics are an ideal opportunity to flesh out the details of how forestry might work for you.”

A consultation with your local Teagasc Forestry Adviser will provide independent and objective advice, empowering you to make informed decisions. For instance: • What options are provided under the Forestry Programme

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• What grants and premiums are available?

• How does forestry interact with other farm schemes, e.g.

BPS, GLAS, etc.?

• How can forestry improve farm income and the environment?

• How to apply and get the job done right first time?

• What to expect from harvesting and timber sales?

Although the emphasis for the upcoming clinics is on new planting; existing forest owners, regardless of what stage their forest is at, can also avail of this opportunity to pick up valuable management tips.

Prior booking of a one-to-one forestry consultation is essential.

To book your appointment, contact the Dungarvan office on 058-41211. Please bring maps and other relevant information on the day to optimise the advisory experience and outcome.

These clinics provide an ideal opportunity to get answers to your forestry questions – don’t miss it!

For further details, visit www.teagasc.ie/forestryclinics

If so, then book your one-to-one consultation with an experienced Teagasc forestry adviser.

Please bring maps and other relevant information.

Prior booking is essential.

To book your one-to-one consultation: Contact the Dungarvan office on 058- 41211 Visit www.teagasc.ie/forestryclinics for further details

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New Principal appointed to Teagasc Kildalton Agricultural College TEAGASC has appointed Tim Ashmore as the new Principal in the Teagasc Agricultural and Horticulture College in Kildalton, Piltown, County Kilkenny.

He takes over from Paul Hennessy who is retiring after a long career in Teagasc.

Tim Ashmore holds an honours degree in Agricultural Science from University of Plymouth-Seale Hayne Faculty, a Graduate Diploma in Business in Farm Financial Management from the Waterford Institute of Technology and a MBS in Business Practice from the Irish Management Institute.

For the past six years, Tim has been the Assistant Principal in Kildalton Agricultural College. Prior to holding

this position he has worked in Teagasc as a teacher and lecturer, tillage specialist and as an agricultural advisor. Over the past few years, Tim has actively facilitated and encouraged the adaption of technology in practical training programmes. In addition to his role in the college, Tim is a part-time tillage farmer in Co. Kildare.

Speaking after his appointment Tim Ashmore said: “As College Principal I will ensure that Kildalton College continues to be recognised as a centre of excellence for the delivery and support of land based education and training and that it plays a lead role in the development of resources and course

material. The integration of the revised level 5 and 6 certificate in agriculture programmes is an exciting challenge and is a priority for me. It is a great opportunity to future proof the agricultural programmes and embed key areas such as sustainability, breeding and grassland management.”

Congratulating Tim on his appointment, Head of Education in Teagasc, Tony Pettit said: “As Assistant Principal, Tim has led the development and initiation of a comprehensive strategic plan for the college. Some of the key elements involved an upgrade of methodologies to cater for the demand for distance learning, a general

improvement in the quality of the learner’s experience and an integration of technology into practical training on the college farm. Student numbers on Teagasc run courses are at an all-time high and Teagasc needs to continuously innovate to deliver a high quality education experience.”

Tony thanked Paul Hennessy for his contribution to agricultural advisory and education during his career in the Farm Apprenticeship Board, and in Teagasc as part of the national curriculum development team, and most recently as College Principal in Kildalton for the last four and half years.

Tim Ashmore

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FORESTRY ADVISORY CLINIC TAKES PLACE IN DUNGARVAN Landowners who are considering establishing a forest can avail of a private and personalised one-to one consultation with an experienced forestry adviser. This Forestry Advisory Clinic takes place in the Teagasc offices in Shandon, Dungarvan on Tuesday, 29th January. The consultation is arranged by appointment.

This Clinic is part of an extensive nationwide series of Forestry Advisory Clinics organised by the Forestry Development Department of Teagasc promoting the establishment of forestry as a sustainable and rewarding land use on Irish farms.

The Forestry Programme offers landowners and existing forest owners many options in relation to forest establishment with a range of attractive grants and annual premium categories available.

Dr. Nuala Ní Fhlatharta, Head of Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department said “Landowners consider forestry for many reasons, such as supplementing farm income or creating a biodiverse native woodland.That is why a land use change to forestry, like any new farm enterprise, will raise many questions.”

John Casey, local Teagasc Forestry Adviser agrees, “It is important to get answers to your questions before creating a farm forest.You need to understand the requirements of the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and other farm schemes.

These Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clinics are an ideal opportunity to flesh out the details of how forestry might work for you.”

A consultation with your local Teagasc Forestry Adviser will provide independent and objective advice, empowering you to make informed decisions. For instance: • What options are provided under the Forestry Programme 2014-2020?

• What grants and premiums are available?

• How does forestry interact with other farm schemes, e.g. BPS, GLAS, etc.?

• How can forestry improve farm income and the environment?

• How to apply and get the job done right first time?

• What to expect from harvesting and timber sales?

Although the emphasis for the upcoming clinics is on new planting; existing forest owners, regardless of what stage their forest is at, can also avail of this opportunity to pick up valuable management tips.

Prior booking of a one-to-one forestry consultation is essential.To book your appointment, contact the Dungarvan office on 058-41211.

Please bring maps and other relevant information on the day to optimise the advisory experience and outcome.

These clinics provide an ideal opportunity to get answers to your forestry questions – don’t miss it!

For further details, visit www.teagasc.ie/forestryclinics ARE YOU INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT GRASSLAND MANAGEMENT? The answer to this question should be yes for most livestock farmers. Its our cheapest feed, numerous studies have demonstrated the improvements in farm profitability from increasing grass utilisation on the farm, it improves the sustainability of the farming enterprise and it gives us competitive advantage in the market place.

Teagasc Kilkenny and Waterford are establishing groups / courses of like minded farmers who want to learn more about grassland management under the Grass 10 programme. There are 2 options for farmers who might be interested in attending: 1. Grassland Management skills develop-

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ment i.e. grow more grass and utilise more grass Managing grass is a challenging task on Irish livestock farms and if not used correctly can impact greatly on farm profitability. This course involves: • On-farm practical experience on managing grass all-year round • Build confidence to make grazing decisions • Increase profit by utilising more grass!

2. Developing grazing infrastructure i.e. improve grazing infrastructure on your farm The biggest limitation to grass utilisation on many Irish farms is grazing infrastructure. This course involves: • On-farm practical experience to improve grazing infrastructure on your farm • Working together with other farmers to achieve higher returns from grazing infrastructure • Increasing grass utilisation and profit as a result!

Remember every ton grass DM/ha eaten is worth €105/ha to a drystock farmer & €173/ha to a dairy farmer.

These groups / courses are open to farmers from all enterprises - dairy, beef & sheep farmers.

The groups will meet 5-6 times per year over 2 years and there is the option to gain a qualification at the end of the 2 years. These will be delivered on-farm with advisors/specialists & farmer coaches. The course is free to Teagasc clients.

Is this something that employees might be interested in? There are a lot of intensive farm across the region now employing significant labour. An employee that is well trained in grassland management is a very valuable resource to have on any farm. Could you perhaps send one of your employees for training? There is a dual benefit from this – 1. The employee has a skill which is of economic benefit to the farm 2.The employee is gaining a qualification which is an important part of keeping staff motivated and interested.

If you are interested in this initiative, please contact your local Teagasc office in Kilkenny, Mullinavat or Dungarvan to discuss the options.

The is free to Teagasc clients.

EVENTS Contract Heifer Rearing Information meeting on Tuesday, 5th February at 11.00 a.m. at Teagasc Office, Dungarvan. Tom Curran Financial Specialist will detail the system and returns for those interested.

Early Spring Grass Walk on the farm of John Raggett, Stoneyford on Thursday the 24th January at 11.00 a.m. KT Approved Event.

Spring Tillage Seminar will take place on Thursday, 24th January at 7.45 p.m. in the Teagasc Office, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford.

Topics will include Crop Planning and Margins 2019, Spring Cereal Varieties and Sowing Rates, Crop Nutrition to achieve savings, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Enable Conservation Tillage Project (ECT).

Speakers: Eammon Lynch, Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Tillage Specialist, Jimmy Staples,Teagasc ECT Advisor.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2019

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D. and National President of Macra na Feirme James Healy.

Minister Creed confirms National Reserve in 2019 THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., has confirmed the National Reserve will be open for applications in 2019.

Minister Creed said “the National Reserve continues to be a vital resource for providing support to young farmers and new entrants to farming in the crucial years following establishment of the farm holding”.

Following recent consultation between the Department and the Direct Payments Advisory Committee, comprising members of the main farming bodies and agricultural advisory and education providers, Minister Creed has acted on recommendations arising from this consultation process to provide for applications to the National Reserve in 2019. The EU Regulations underpinning the operation of the National Reserve provide for priority access to the mandatory categories of ‘Young Farmer’ and ‘New Entrant to Farming’. The funding for the National Reserve in 2019 will be met from natural replenishment of the fund without the requirement for a linear cut to the value of all Basic Payment Scheme entitlements. It is expected that the funding in place for the 2019 National Reserve will be in the region of €3 million, which based on the level of applications in recent years will be sufficient to meet the expected demand.

Successful applicants to the National Reserve receive an allocation of entitlements at National Average value or a top-up to the National Average value on entitlements that are below the national average.

Full details of the operation of the scheme, including Terms and Conditions, will be available when the scheme opens for online applications in early February 2019 to coincide with the opening of online Basic Payment Scheme applications.

The closing date for receipt of applications under the scheme will be 15th May 2019.

The 2019 Young Farmers Scheme will also open for online applications alongside the National Reserve and the Basic Payment Scheme in early February. Funding of €24 million is available in 2019 for the Young Farmers Scheme.

While the detailed Terms and Conditions of the National Reserve and the Young Farmers Scheme for 2019 will be made available when the schemes launch for online applications in early February, it is expected that the terms and conditions will be consistent with those that applied in 2017 and 2018.

The Minister concluded “Since 2015 the National Reserve has proven to be a huge success in facilitating the entry of over 7,700 young, well educated persons into the farming community through the allocation of over €31 million in payment entitlements. The 2019 National Reserve will continue to build on this progress in supporting the regeneration of agriculture in Ireland and providing a solid basis for the future of the industry”.

DEFINITION OF ‘YOUNG FARMER’ • To qualify as a ‘young farmer’ an applicant must meet the following conditions: • S/he is participating in the

Basic Payment Scheme in the year s/he submits an application; • S/he is no more than 40 years of age during the calendar year in which s/he first submits an application under the Basic Payment Scheme; • S/he is setting up an agricultural holding for the first time or has set up such a holding during the five years preceding the first submission of the Basic Payment Scheme application.

DEFINITION OF ‘NEW ENTRANT TO FARMING’ • A ‘new entrant to farming’ is defined as: • S/he is participating in the Basic Payment Scheme in the year s/he submits an application; • S/he must have commenced the present agricultural activity in the 2017 calendar year or any later year; • S/he did not have any agricultural activity in his/her own name and at his/her own risk in the five years preceding the start of the present agricultural activity.

OTHER ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA In line with the requirements under National Reserve schemes since the introduction of the Single Payment Scheme in 2005, successful candidates will be required to meet an appropriate agricultural education qualification standard.

Successful candidates will also be required to have a gross offfarm income of less than €40,000 in either of the 2017 or 2018 tax years. There is no off-farm income limit for the Young Farmers Scheme.

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From left to right: Brian Walsh, Tom Power, Tom Hickey, J J O’Donnell, Pat Cummins, Michael Veale, Edmond Hayes, Pat Fennell, Kieran Mansfield, Tom Curran, Michael Fraher and Patrick Trihy part of a KTG (Knowledge Transfer Group) on a visit to the Biomass facility at GSK Dungarvan (in background). [photo courtesy of Josephine Hickey]

Waterford Forest Owners’ Group IT is incredible, the facility has all but eliminated Carbon Omissions. Others could learn from GSK. The KTGs are supported by the DAFM (Dept of AG, Forestry, and Marine), at producer level, the strategy will support lifelong training and knowledge transfer programmes to give forest owners the skills to maximise their profitable in the most productive sustainable manner, also to facilitate voluntary forest certification to access market.

The Group represented different stages of Forest growth from before first thinning to

ready for clearfell. We covered from Management Action Plan, Health and Safety to Sustainable Management and Markets (and more).The most important item is, take control of your own forest, whatever stage. Over thinning may reduce the potential for final clearfell. Buyers/contractors not interested to work with individual forest owners, join forest group to maximise your returns. Have proper procedures in place with haulier for timber from your forest.

Waterford Forest Owners’ Group will hold

our AGM on Tuesday, 29th January, in the Teagasc Office at 7.30 p.m. We will have an update on Forest Tax. There is some interest in CCF (Continuous Cover Forest Management). John Casey Teagasc forester will give a talk on this system on the night.

CCF is practiced widely across Europe, a few private forest owners are initiating transformation in Ireland.

If you have any interest in forestry you are welcome to attend our AGM. Any queries to Secretary, Tom 087-9386209.

Legislation on Indemnification of Landowners must be passed without delay – IFA IFA National Hill Committee Chairman Flor McCarthy has welcomed the announcement by the Minister for Rural Affairs Michael Ring that he will bring in legislation that will indemnify landowners in the event of hillwalkers having an accident and making a claim. Flor McCarthy said this issue has always

been of great concern to landowners, particularly the cost involved in defending any case that could arise.

“The Minister has pledged to have this in place in 2019 & we would be hopeful that his bill gets cross-party support.”

The Hill Committee Chairman also wel-

Dungarvan Mart Prices Monday, 21st January, 2019 COWS 1 Ch. 770 kgs made €1,050.

1 Fr. 575 kgs made €720.

1 Fr. 630 kgs made €760.

1 Sh. 520 kgs made €730.

1 Fr. 575 kgs made €650.

BULLOCKS 5 Fr. 624 kgs. made €1,005 each.

5 Her. 508 kgs made €925 each.

2 Her. 462 kgs made €830 each.

3 B.B. 493 kgs made €860 each.

5 Her. 268 kgs made €520 each.

HEIFERS 1 Sh. 515 kgs. made €960.

2 B.B. 455 kgs made €860 each.

3 Her. 435 kgs made €690 each.

2 Lim 382 kgs made €750 each.

The next Sheep Collection in Dungarvan Mart will be on Wednesday, 30th January, with prices available from Tuesday 29th. Booking essential on 058 41611.

Calf collection service for weekly sales is now available please contact Dungarvan Mart.

Special entry next Monday 21st of 7 (A.A. and Her).

Outlying Bullocks and Heifers for a local producer also 4 Beef Suckler Cows with strong calves at foot.

comed the plan to double the number of farmers in the Walks Scheme.

He said the scheme has proved very attractive in creating walkways around the country and the additional €2m in funding will add to the network, and will bring another two thousand farmers into the scheme.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I am farming both cattle and sheep. I have heard that a grant is now available on feed bins for these. Is this the case, if so, can one apply for one of each and also can they be put inside a house? Can you please advise?

Answer: The good news is yes, both are now included under TAMS.You can apply for both or you can also get a split feeder to cover both species. As regards indoors, they can only be put inside a house if you have obtained planning permission on that building, as you would! In most cases they are put outdoors, however they must be painted or coated. The base for the bin must be a minimum of 3m x 3m x 0.25m with 37N concrete and the supplier must be DAFM approved. If you intend on getting it in before the winter, you would be advised to apply before the next tranche deadline which is the 5th of April next.

I trust this will clear things up for you.

Tip of the Week: Make Farm Safety your priority for 2019!

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Wateford Macra na Feirme host Capers Final 2019 WATERFORD Macra are very proud to host the FBD Capers Variety Show National Final on Saturday, 2nd February in the WIT Arena,Waterford. Doors open at 7.30 p.m. with show starting at 8.00 p.m. sharp. Tickets are €13 for Macra Members and €15 for NonMacra members. A great night of music, dancing and drama guaranteed as six of the most talented clubs in the country battle it out for the Capers 2019 title! Tickets can be purchased on www.macra.ie/shop. A night not to be missed!

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IT is fairly unheard of in any country that a new party would go into a General Election against a well established political machine and come out on top.

That was the feat of Sinn Fein in the General Election of December1918, which Ireland is now commemorating and, instead of heading off to Westminster to which they were elected, the organisation decided, having got what they believed to be a solid mandate, they set up Ireland’s first home-based Government in well over a century.

Thus was founded Dáil Éireann with a Waterford man, Cathal Brugha as its first Chairman.

There were to be 105 seats filled by the Irish in that General Election, held in the aftermath of the carnage of the First World War and when the population was still reeling from the savagery of the post Easter Rising executions and other negative events. Many of those seats had been held traditionally by the increasingly ineffective Irish Party. Sinn Féin, with the electorate firmly behind them, took 73 of the 105 seats, a landslide by any yardstick.

Those first days of Dáil Éireann were re-enacted in the Mansion House last Monday and made very interesting viewing and listening through the afternoon.

This Dáil was but the first step – a giant one for Irish people – with many more political and financial hurdles to be cleared before the national climate settled and we became a viable country taking its place among the nations of the world, as Robert Emmet wished.

Parallel with the commemoration of the First Dáil were the events remembering the first armed engagement of the War of Independence at Soloheadbeg Quarry. There was a major turn-out for the historic event which was very tastefully organised. There is a comprehensive report of that event inside.

One of the musical tributes was the playing of Finbarr English on his violin, an instrument we were told, that was played by Seán Treacy himself.

I am sure Seán would have been happy to hear the violin played so well last Sunday, especially as Finbarr chose ‘The Cualainn’ and the famous ‘Mason’s Apron’ as two of his tunes.

Finbarr English tunes his fiddle which was regularly played by Seán Treacy.

De Banned in Concert at The Friary THOSE who frequent the Friary Church must be pleased with the internal painting and repairs to keep out the leaks. It looks as new as it did in 1828 when it was

finally opened after several years delay.

The cost of the work has been substantial, but well worth the money.

Fund-raising is ongoing and De Banned, that

group of talented singers and musicians are once more to the rescue when they will play a concert in the Church, this Friday night, 25th January, at 8.00 p.m.

Special Guests will be the highly talented Evana Mansfield; the evergreen Neil Hurley (pictured right) and the Prior himself, Fr. Tony Egan.

Admission is a modest

€10 for what will be a rousing, lively, entertaining and sometimes funny evening of real entertainment. Tickets are from David Walsh, Office Supplies, Main Street.

Final push to the €10,000

Pictured above are the Friends of Dungarvan Community Hospital and West Waterford Hospice who will play in Crotty’s of Leamybrien on this coming Saturday night at about 9.00 p.m. The campaign to date has been successful and the group hope to reach their target of €10,000 and close that particular campaign. Front from left: John Moran, Mary Sheridan, Paddy Joe Ryan, Paula French and Anne Hogan. At back from left: Pat Langan, Mick O’Keeffe, Marian Ryan, Deirdre Ryan, Triona Ryan, Billy Flanagan, Patsy McGrath and Donnchadh Gough.

AFTER what has been a very successful campaign, Paddy Joe Ryan and his Band are beginning to wind down their fundraising campaign on behalf of Dungarvan Community Hospital and the West Waterford Hospice, which will soon yield the target of €10,000 which they set at the start.

There are still a few concerts to go and a handful of CDs still to be sold and the enthusiastic band, Paddy Joe Ryan and Friends are set to give their fans and the wider public some great nights out.

One of these is the coming Saturday night when they will play in Crotty’s of Leamybrien commencing about 9.00 p.m. Everyone is welcome; bring a friend and, along with having a great night of fun, you will be helping these two very worthy causes.

These are two beneficiaries which are near to the heart of everyone who has had occasion to use their services and your donation will help to get over that final hurdle on the road to €10,000.

@DungarvanObserv

Vol. 106

Friday, 25th January, 2019

SPORT

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THE LOCAL BAR WATERFORD GAA AWARDS 2018

TQS 2019 GAA COUNTY TEAMS SPONSORSHIP ANNOUNCED

CARTON STEALS THE SHOW AS DÉISE GETS OFF THE MARK

MARTIN HAYES WINS 31st ANNUAL KIELY MONUMENTAL COLLIGAN CUP

Waterford 1-13; Wexford 1-5.

Nicola Cunniffe ladies overall winner

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SEE PAGES 11, 12 & 13 Fiona Flynn presents the Park Hotel Waterford Supreme Sportstar Award 2018 to Brid Golden who accepted it on behalf of the Overall Winner, Thomas Barr. Also included are Pierce Flynn, Owner Park Hotel and Special Guest, John Treacy, CEO Sports Council Ireland.

[Sean Byrne]

THOMAS BARR TAKES 28th PARK HOTEL TITLE

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Pat Flynn, Secretary Co.GAA Board presents the Underage Hurler of the Year Award to Abbeysides/Ballinacourty’s Michael Kiely. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board and John Galvin, Special Guest.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board present the Underage Footballer of the Year Award to Clonea's James Power. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Overall Sponsors) and John Galvin, Special Guest.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board present the Club of the Year Award to Chairman Ballygunner GAA Club, Gerry Cullinane. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and John Galvin, Special Guest. [Sean Byrne]

Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board presents the Special Award U-18 Hurling to Clonea's Ciaran Power. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

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Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board present the Footballer of the Year Award to Kilrossanty's Tommy Prendergast. Included are Ger O'Brien, Glanbia (Award Sponsors), Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Overall Sponsors) and John Galvin, Special Guest.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co.GAA Board present the Hurler of the Year Award to Ballygunner's Pauric Mahony.

Included are Ger O'Brien, Glanbia (Award Sponsors), Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Overall Sponsors) and John Galvin, Special Guest.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board present the Hall of Fame Award to John Galvin, Portlaw. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the Special Award U-18 Football to Abbeyside/Ballinacourty’s Daithi Breathnach. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (sponsors) and Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board.

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Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board presents the Special Merit Award to Tina Meagher, Ballysaggart. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board and Eoin Breathnach.

From left Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors), Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board presents a Special Achievement Award to Thomas Keane, Sliabh gCua. Included is Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

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Pat Flynn, Secretary Co.GAA Board presents the Special Achievement to Declan Hennessy, Ardmore GAA Club.

Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board. [Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the Seamus O'Brien Award to Portlaw's Jack Laffan. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board present Special Achievement Award to Pat Power, Ballymacarbry. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

Kerry Kirwan, D.I.D Electrical (Sponsor) presents the Schools Award to Neil Kirwan, St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors), Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board, Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board and John Phelan.

[Sean Byrne]

Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board presents the Special Achievement Award for Development to Dermot Moore, St. Mollerans GAA Club. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board.

[Sean Byrne]

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the Special Recognition to Culture Award to Moll Shields, Abbeyside/Ballinacourty. Included are Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors) and Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA [Sean Byrne] Board.

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TQS Integration Announce their 2019 Sponsorship of Waterford GAA County Teams. Ger Fineen, CEO TQS Integration speaking at the Launch.

[Sean Byrne]

TQS Integration Announce their 2019 Sponsorship of Waterford GAA County Teams. Marie Quilty, Corporate Managing Director, TQS Integration with Waterford Senior Hurlers Jack Prendergast, Conor Gleeson, Kevin Moran, Austin Gleeson, Billy Nolan and Calum Lyons, Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board; Sean O'Regan, Vice-Chairman; John Jackson, Treasurer; David Walsh, Golf Classic Committee; Nicola and Tara Quilty and Soyna O'Flynn, TQS Integration at the special function in the W.I.T. Arena Carriganore, Waterford.

[Sean Byrne]

TQS 2019 GAA County teams sponsorship announced at WIT Arena TQS Integration announced their 2019 Sponsorship of Waterford GAA County Teams at a special function in WIT Arena last Friday morning.

The sponsorship covers all Waterford county hurling and football teams from under 14 to Senior in both codes and will be performance bonus related.

Once again the county jersey along with all leisure wear including track suits, polos, windcheaters, training tops and kit bags will carry the TQS Integration logo.

Integration, with Corporate Head Quarters in Lismore, Ireland; is a global data intelligence consultancy group specialising in the management of realtime data from manufacturing assets within organisations, working in partnership with best-inclass technology companies globally. The company continues its impressive growth in the USA and throughout Europe, extending its footprint to include Australia, China, Japan, India and Mexico.

Speaking on behalf of TQS Integration at the launch, Máire Quilty, Corporate Managing Director

said, “My executive team and all at TQS Integration are delighted to be launching this year’s sponsorship with Waterford GAA. This sponsorship I feel is an ideal opportunity for us to promote our company nationally and indeed internationally.

The involvement with the GAA has enhanced our connections with the International business community and has resulted in expanding our employees portfolio.

As a Waterford based company operating in the international stage, we hold special pride in being an Irish success story, and as a Waterford native I feel particularly honoured to be sponsors of our county teams who have given us such entertainment over the last few years and we are delighted to support them in any way we can into the future’’. ‘’In particular I want to publically thank County Board Chairman PJ Ryan and his Board officers for all their help and support with our sponsorship.

Finally, I want to wish all of the county teams and management every success in the future and; yes;

we will be celebrating All Ireland success in the near future; Deise Abú”.

At the event TQS also announced a very special online competition for Deise men and women across the globe with a chance for them to win a Return Trip Home from anywhere in the World for the Waterford Cork Munster Senior Hurling clash in Pairc Ui Chaoimh Cork on Saturday, 19th June - more details to follow in the near future.

Also speaking at the launch, Waterford Chairman, PJ Ryan, said, “We in Waterford GAA are delighted to have a company like TQS Integration as our team sponsors again for 2019.

They are an outstanding and successful Waterford based international company and we are so proud to have them on board. I want to personally thank them for being so courteous and professional in our dealings with them and I look forward to a strong working and successful relationship into the future.

With the huge costs now involved in running our county teams it would be impossible to prepare them

to the level required without their generous support and sponsorship”.

Also at the launch were senior hurling and football managers Paraic Fanning and Benji Whelan along with senior players from both senior county teams as well as County Board officers.

TQS employs approximately 100 consultants and support staff, to serve valued clients, in offices located in: Lismore & Dublin, Ireland; London, England; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA; Houston, TX; Chicago, IL and Berkeley, CA in the USA, Basel, Switzerland; Madrid, Spain and Singapore.

Working in partnership with best-in-class technology companies such as OSIsoft and operating across all industry verticals that include LifeSciences, Chemical-Petrochemical, Food-Beverage, Energy and Utilities TQS facilitates transformation of data into Business Intelligence to maximize effectiveness and productivity within these organisations through digital transformation resulting in increased profitability.

Fitzgibbon Cup Third Level Colleges Hurling

W.I.T. push competition favourites DCU DCU …………………………0-16; WIT ………………………..…0-14.

ONE could not expect a great game of hurling on a cold afternoon in the open spaces of Carriganore last Sunday and one wasn’t delivered between the home side WIT and the current league champions DCU in front of a good crowd.

The organisation of the event left a bit to be desired with no team sheets, scoreboard, clock or P.A. system while on the other hand patrons from around the country didn’t argue with no admission fee.

Waterford players in action included John Curran (Dungarvan) for the winners and Billy Nolan (Roanmore), Robbie Flynn (Clonea, Jack Prendergast (Lismore) and Ed O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg for WIT. DCU were favourites to win this quarter-final qualifier with little difficulty but the opposite was the case as the home side pushed them until the very end of the game.

Fintan O’Connor’s charges had the first use of the stiffish breeze but really only made use of it in the last

ten minutes when they turned a 0-7 to 0-5 deficit into a 0-9 to 0-7 interval advantage.

Kilkenny’s James Bergin was a key figure for DCU early on pointing three frees with a sole reply from WIT’s top scorer Stephen Condon from Glanworth. This was Condon’s sole point from play before a flawless display of free taking in which he dissected the posts seven times straddling both halves.

The only real goal chance of the hour fell to Bergin in the 8th minute but Billy Nolan saved brilliantly to deny DCU a strong foothold on proceedings.

Condon’s accuracy kept WIT in touch during the first half and when Michael Whelan, Jack Prendergast, Shane Murphy and Stephen O’Gorman rifled over points between the 18th and the 22nd minutes, the teams were level at 0-7 each.

WIT goalie Billy Nolan edged the home side in front in the 23rd minute from a long distant free but was subsequently off target with

three further attempts at a stage in the game when DCU looked a very ordinary side.

Arguably, the match was lost in the final eight minutes of the first half for WIT when they failed to make their dominance show on the score line but for a 30th minute Stephen Condon pointed free to leave the home side 0-2 to the good at the short whistle, 0-9 to 0-7.

One would have expected wind assisted DCU to dominate the second half, but WIT put in a commendable shift and the game was level on five occasions up to the 54th minute. Points by four different players for DCU had the teams level by the 33rd minute and two ahead three minutes later, 0-11 to 0-9.

Just when it looked as if DCU would open some serious daylight between the teams, WIT responded per scores by Jack Prendergast and Ross Smithers which had the teams back level at 0-11 each.

Stephen Condon and James

Bergin traded pointed frees as did Shane Morrissey and Condon (f), again, to tie up matters at 0-13 each with 48 minutes played.

The outstanding player on the field at this stage was Lismore’s Jack Prendergast whose high catching, and running with the ball won valuable frees. On the DCU side wing back Chris Crummy was a life saver and his reading of the game and his accuracy yielded two valuable scores from play in the final ten minutes.

Stephen Condon scored WIT’s final point in the 54th minute, while DCU made life hard on themselves shooting two scoreable wides nearing the end while Kevin Hassett expertly dispossessed DCU’s John Donnolly in a move that had a score written all over it.

WATERFORD PLAYERS Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Ed O’Halloran was introduced in time added on while the other Waterford players, John Curran, Billy Nolan, Robbie Flynn and Jack Prendergast played well enough to suggest that they will hold their

team positions at this high level of colleges hurling for the next outing.

Dungarvan’s Patrick Curran wasn’t available for DCU for this encounter due to a hand injury but he is expected to be back in action before long.

DCU’S Top Three: Chris Crummy, James Bergin, Eoghan O’Donnell.

WIT’s Top Three: Jack Prendergast, Stephen Condon, Billy Nolan.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Jack Prendergast.

Number of Scorers: DCU 7. WIT 7.

Scores From Play: DCU 0-9. WIT 0-7.

Frees For: DCU 10. WIT 18.

Wides: DCU 5. WIT 5.

Score of the Match: Chris Crummy’s 60th minute point from play for DCU. Scorers – DCU: James Bergin 0-7(6f), Sean Morrissey 0-3, Chris Crummy 0-2, Brian Ryan, Rian McBride and John Donnolly 0-1 each, Tommy Walsh 0-1’65’.

WIT: Stephen Condon 0-7 (6f), Stephen O’Gorman 0-2, Ross Smithers, Michael Whelan, Jack Prendergast and Shane Murphy 0-1 each, Billy Nolan 0-1f.

DCU: Oisin Foley (Wexford), Patrick Smith (Dublin), Eoin O’Donnell (Dublin),

John Curran (Waterford); Conor Delaney (Dublin), Tommy Walsh (Kilkenny), Chris Crummy (Dublin); Conor Firman (Wexford), Fionntan McGibb (Dublin); Brian Ryan (Limerick), Donal Boyle (Dublin), Fergal Whitely (Dublin); John Donnolly (Kilkenny).

James Bergin (Dublin), Sean Morrissey (Kilkenny).

Subs: Rian McBride (Dublin) for Brian Ryan (26), Aaron Maddock (Wexford) for Fergal Whitely (inj. 41), Damien Reck (Wexford) for Fionntan McGibb and Killian Doyle (Westmeath) for Patrick Smyth (both 47), Conor Burke (Dublin) for Sean Morrissey and Daire Grey (Dublin) for Aaron Maddock (both 57).

WIT: Billy Nolan (Waterford); Seadnaith Smyth (Cork), Owen McGrath (Kilkenny), Kevin Hassett (Tipperary); Shane Ryan (Kilkenny), Tommy Walsh (Kilkenny), Robbie Flynn (Waterford); Ollie Walsh (Kilkenny), Michael Whelan (Tipperary); Shane Murphy (Kilkenny), Stephen Condon (Cork), Ross Smithers (Carlow); Stephen O Gorman (Wexford), Conor Hennessy (Kilkenny), Jack Prendergast (Waterford).

Subs: Conal Flood (Wexford) for Ross Smithers (53), Ed O’Halloran (Waterford) for Stephen O’Gorman (61).

Referee: Diarmuid Kirwan (Cork).

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Gaelic Jottings For the fridge door … TG4’s Spring schedule of games IRISH language station TG4 recently announced its plan to show 40 GAA matches as the station launched its Spring GAA Schedule Live and exclusive coverage of all the major Finals including the Allianz Football League Finals, Allianz Hurling League Final and the AIB All Ireland Club Finals will be included in the bumper schedule for GAA fans.

TG4 will broadcast 40 GAA matches between now and April beginning with live coverage of last weekend’s O'Byrne Cup Final between Dublin and the winners Westmeath.

The station's Allianz Leagues coverage starts on this Sunday 27 January with full coverage of both the All Ireland Football and Hurling champions.

GAA Beo will be live from Clones with football champions Dublin taking on Monaghan. There will be deferred coverage of Wexford against hurling champions Limerick in the first round of the Allianz Hurling League.

Following on from last year's successful coverage, GAA BEO will again show three Allianz League games in full every Sunday, beginning on the 3rd February.

TG4 will also provide a comprehensive service for the GAA Community on the Spórt TG4 YouTube page with live coverage from no less than 13 different events and games including the AIB All Ireland Intermediate and Junior Club Football and Hurling Finals, All Ireland Scór na nÓg and Scór Sinsir Finals, Electric Ireland Sigerson and Fitzgibbon Cup Finals, Gourmet Food Parlour O'Connor Cup Ladies Football Final and the All Ireland Colleges Football and Hurling Finals (Post Primary Schools Finals).

TG4's Head of Sport Rónán Ó Coisdealbha said: "We look forward to our 20th year of broadcasting Allianz League matches and we are proud that our station has a long history of providing comprehensive GAA coverage at this time of the year. These 40 GAA matches will provide GAA fans with the best possible line-up within the GAA world from Scór na nÓg Finals to the Allianz League Finals."

GAA Beo is produced by Waterford based production company Nemeton TV and the series will be presented by Micheál Ó Domhnaill with commentary

by Brian Tyers, Mac Dara Mac Donncha, Marcus Ó Buachalla and Cuán Ó Flatharta. The channel's highlights show, GAA 2019, also returns for another season, broadcasting exclusive highlights every Monday evening at 8pm starting 28th January.

The full line-up of matches on TG4 for the coming months are as follows: FRIDAY, 18 JANUARY Dublin v Westmeath, Bord na Mona O'Byrne Cup Final, Live from Parnell Park.

Coverage begins at 7:55 pm (Throw-in: 8 pm) SUNDAY, 27 JANUARY Live: Allianz Football League - Round 1 Monaghan v Dublin, Clones. Deferred: Allianz Hurling League - Round 1 - Wexford v Limerick, Innovate Wexford Park SUNDAY, 3 FEBRUARY Live: Allianz Hurling League - Round 2 Clare v Kilkenny Deferred: Allianz Hurling League - Round 2 - Cork v Wexford Deferred: Allianz Football League - Round 2 - Tyrone v Mayo SATURDAY, 9 FEBRUARY AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Hurling Championship Semi-Finals 3 pm St. Thomas' (Galway) v Ruairi Óg Cushendall (Antrim) Live from Parnell Park, Dublin 5 pm Ballyhale Shamrocks (Kilkenny) v Ballygunner (Waterford)

Live from Semple Stadium, Thurles Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: AIB All Ireland Intermediate and Junior Club Football Finals, Live from Croke Park.

SUNDAY, 10 FEBRUARY Live: Allianz Football League - Round 3 Monaghan v Galway, Inniskeen, 2 pm Deferred: Allianz Football League - Round 3 - Roscommon v Tyrone Deferred: Allianz Football League - Round 3 - Match to be confirmed Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: AIB All Ireland Intermediate and Junior Club Hurling Finals, Live from Croke Park SATURDAY, 16 FEBRUARY AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football Championship Semi-Finals 1:30 pm Corofin (Galway) v Gaoth Dobhair (Donegal) Live from Páirc Sean Mac Diarmada, Carrick-on-Shannon 3:30 pm Dr. Crokes (Kerry) v Mulllnalaghta St Columba's (Longford) Live from Semple Stadium, Thurles Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: All Ireland Scór na nÓg Finals, Live from TF Royal Theatre, Castlebar SUNDAY, 17 FEBRUARY Live and deferred coverage from the Allianz Hurling League (Round 3) including Kilkenny Limerick, Wexford v Tipperary and Galway v Dublin.

WEDNESDAY, 20 FEBRUARY Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: Electric Ireland Higher Education GAA Sigerson Cup Final SATURDAY, 23 FEBRUARY Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: Electric Ireland Higher Education GAA Fitzgibbon Cup Final, Live from Waterford I.T. SUNDAY, 24 FEBRUARY Allianz Football League (Round 4) and Allianz Hurling League (Round 4). One live match and two deferred matches.

SUNDAY 3 MARCH Allianz Football League (Round 5) and Allianz Hurling League (Round 5). One live match and two deferred matches.

FRIDAY, 8 MARCH GAA President’s Awards, Live from Croke Park SATURDAY, 9th MARCH Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: Gourmet Food Parlour O'Connor Cup Ladies Football Final SUNDAY, 10 MARCH Allianz Hurling League Quarter-Finals SATURDAY, 16 MARCH Allianz Hurling League Semi-Finals SUNDAY, 17 MARCH AIB All-Ireland Senior Club Football & Hurling Finals, Live from Croke Park SUNDAY, 24 MARCH Allianz Football League (Round 7) Allianz Hurling League Final SATURDAY, 30 MARCH Allianz Football League (Division 3 and 4 Finals), Live from Croke Park Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: All Ireland Colleges Hurling Final (Post Primary Schools Finals), Double header live from Semple Stadium, Thurles SUNDAY, 31 MARCH Allianz Football League (Division 1 and 2 Finals), Live from Croke Park SATURDAY, 6th APRIL Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: All Ireland Colleges Football Final (Post Primary Schools Finals - Paddy Drummond Cup Final and Hogan Cup Final), double header live from Croke Park SATURDAY, 13th APRIL Live on Sport TG4 YouTube: All Ireland Scór Sinsir Finals, Live from the TF Royal Theatre, Castlebar

National League ticket hike GAA FANS attending games in this year's Allianz League will have to dig deeper into their pockets as a €5 increase in the cost of admission is on the way. It will see admission to the stand for an adult to Allianz Football and Hurling Leagues in the higher divisions rise from €15 to €20. There will be no charge for children U16 who are accompanied by an adult.

In Allianz Leagues Divisions 3 and 4 in football, and Divisions 2 and 3 in hurling,

The Local Bar Waterford GAA Awards 2018, Jack Furlong Award. From left: Helena Gough, The Local Bar (Sponsors), Pat Flynn, Secretary Co. GAA Board and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presenting the Jack Furlong Award to Breda and Michael Clancy, Ballysaggart.

[Sean Byrne] the admission prices will remain unchanged at €10 and €5. There is also speculation that All-Ireland final stand tickets will rise by €10 from €80 to €90, with the last increase having taken place eight years ago.

Dates for your diary • Western Championship Structures Meeting- Thursday, 24th January 2019 at 7.30 p.m.

• Re-grades closing date-Friday, 1st March 2019 at 5 p.m.

Dates confirmed for Munster Under 20 Championships MUNSTER GAA have confirmed the dates for the 2019 Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling Under 20 Championship and the 2019 EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship. These games will take place in July 2019 to accommodate players sitting the Leaving Cert exams in June or 3rd Level College exams in May. Under 20 Hurling Wednesday, July 3rd Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling Under 20 Championship Quarter-Final Cork v Limerick at 7:30 p.m. in a Cork venue Tuesday, July 9th Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling Under 20 Championship Semi-Final Tipperary v Waterford at 7:30 p.m. in a Tipperary venue Wednesday, July 10th Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling Under 20 Championship Semi-Final Clare v Limerick or Cork at 7:30 p.m. in a Limerick or Cork venue Tuesday, July 23rd Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling Under 20 Championship Final UNDER 20 FOOTBALL Tuesday, July 2nd EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship Quarter-Finals Waterford v Clare at 7:30 p.m. in a Waterford venue Tipperary v Limerick at 7:30 p.m. in a Tipperary venue Thursday, July 11th EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship Semi-Finals Cork v Waterford or Clare at 7:30 p.m. in a Cork or Clare venue Kerry v Tipperary or Limerick at 7:30 p.m. in a Tipperary or Kerry venue

Wednesday, July 17th EirGrid GAA Football Under 20 Munster Championship Final

Ladies and gentlemen ALSO, Munster GAA can confirm that the curtain-raisers for the Munster Senior Football Championship Quarter-Finals and Semi-Finals will be games in the TG4 Munster Ladies Football Senior and Intermediate Championship which will see each of the six adult Ladies Football teams in the province taking part in at least one curtain-raiser. Details as follows: Senior Football & Senior / Intermediate Ladies Football Saturday, May 11th Munster Senior Football Championship Quarter-Final: Tipperary v Limerick at 7 p.m. in Semple Stadium Thurles TG4 Munster Intermediate Ladies Football Championship Round 1: Tipperary v Limerick at 5 p.m. in Semple Stadium Thurles Munster Senior Football Championship Quarter-Final: Clare v Waterford at 7 p.m. in Cusack Park Ennis TG4 Munster Senior Ladies Football Championship Round 1: Kerry v Waterford at 5 p.m. in Cusack Park Ennis Saturday, June 1st Munster Senior Football Championship Semi-Final: Cork v Tipperary or Limerick at 7 p.m. in Pairc Ui Chaoimh TG4 Munster Senior Ladies Football Championship Round 3: Cork v Kerry at 5 p.m. in Pairc Ui Chaoimh Munster Senior Football Championship Semi-Final: Kerry v Clare or Waterford at 7 p.m. in Cusack Park Ennis or Fraher Field Dungarvan TG4 Munster Intermediate Ladies Football Championship Round 3: Clare v Limerick at 5 p.m. in Cusack Park Ennis or Fraher Field Dungarvan.

County Camogie team starts with a win BETH Carton’s increasing profile, and that of Camogie in Waterford, was illustrated by the Déise’s first ever AllStar being named WLR/Granville Hotel Waterford GAA Award winner for 2018 recently. And she showed just why with nine points as the Donal O’Rourke’s side survived a Wexford third-quarter rally to prevail by 1-13 to 1-5 at St Patrick’s Park in Enniscorthy.

Five of those scores came in the first

half, when debutant Sarah Lacey also showed well at corner-forward and finished with two points by the end of proceedings. Skipper Niamh Rockett struck for a goal just before the interval, at which juncture it was 1-7 to 0-3.

Wexford resumed with intent and Anais Curran’s goal reduced the margin to two with 20 minutes left. But they were unable to score again, while Carton kept stretching the gap.

Handpass rule gets the boot THE experimental handpass rule has been binned ahead of the start of the Allianz Football League this weekend.

Central Council voted 25-23 not to continue with the three handpass limit which has been trialled in the pre-season competitions and has been the subject of much criticism, with the GPA and team managers leading calls for it to be scrapped.

The other four experimental rules which relate to kickouts, sideline kicks, a 10-minute 'sin bin' and the advanced mark will remain in place for the duration of the Allianz League.

Scór Na Seachtaine CHRIS Crummy’s 60th minute point for DCU in their Fitzgibbon Cup hurling match against WIT in Carriganore last Sunday afternoon.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Western Winter league hurling final between Lismore and Shamrocks on the Observer dated March 8th, 1969. Lismore 2-11; Shamrocks 4-3.

Sympathy THE Observer extends it sincere sympathy to the Breathnach family.

Ballinagoul, An Rinn; the Gaffney family, Ballygunner and the Lonergan family, Touraneena on their recent sad bereavements.

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Carton steals the show as Déise gets off the mark LITTLEWOODS IRELAND CAMOGIE LEAGUE DIVISION 1 Waterford .........................… 1-13; Wexford ..............................… 1-5.

By Tomás McCarthy NINE points from 2018 All Star Beth Carton (six frees and three from play) led Waterford to a comfortable first round win over Wexford at bitterly cold St. Patrick’s Park on Sunday Helped by a fortuitous goal from captain Niamh Rockett, the visitors went eight points up after 28 minutes but the home side rallied in the second half and a stunning strike from Anais Curran cut the deficit to two. A wonder point by Carton where she held off two Wexford defenders and got a shot away off her right side settled the leaders. Waterford drove on from there with the last six points (four from Carton) to run away with this South East derby.

Donal O’Rourke looks to have strengthened his squad this season. League debutant Sarah Lacey caught the eye in the corner with two points. Ladies football star Caoimhe McGrath has committed to both codes and donned the number seven shirt here while Lismore’s Shona Curran started her first inter county game since the 2015 All Ireland intermediate final at centre forward.

Wexford are still without a manager following the departure of Martin Carey (brother of Kilkenny

legend DJ) and only sixteen players togged out on Sunday.

Even without nine Gaultier squad members, who are preparing for the All Ireland club semi final, O’Rourke had 25 players at his disposal.

Playing against the wind, Waterford registered 1-7 by half time to Wexford’s 0-3 but it could have been 5-7 given the goalscoring chances they created. Lacey marked her first start with the opening point of the afternoon. The Dungarvan attacker then fed Carton but she was smothered by busy Wexford stopper Emma Kiely.

Carton then rifled over a free.

Wexford levelled by the eighth minute through dead balls from Chloe Cash and Anais Curran.

A foul on Niamh Rockett allowed Carton to regain the lead for the away side as they scored 1-5 without reply. Two more goal opportunities also went abegging. Carton hit the side net before Kiely thwarted the lively Lacey from close range. Carton needed treatment for her knee after she was fouled but got back up to convert the free. She then dummied before unleashing a point off her left side.

At this stage, Waterford were carving Wexford open with accurate hand and stick passes. Aine Power laid off the ball for Shona Curran to rampage through the middle and strike a point. Carton finished another defence splitting move which

Waterford team that defeated Wexford Littlewoods Senior Camogie League Div.1, Group 2 at St. Patrick’s Park, Enniscorthy on Sunday, 20th January 2019. [Noel Browne]

involved Rockett and Bray. On 28 minutes, Kiely attempted to take down Rockett’s point effort but only managed to divert the sliotar into the net (1-7 to 0-2). Anais Curran replied with Wexford’s first score in all of 21 minutes. On the stroke of half time, Kiely denied Kaiesha Tobin after Carton found her team mate with a precise hand-pass.

Wexford decided to stay out on the field during the interval while Waterford returned to the dressing rooms. On the resumption, Curran landed her third free before Emma Walsh was on target from an

awkward angle. At the other end, three Carton frees dropped short.

On 40 minutes, WIT student Curran sped past three Waterford defenders and buried a shot to the top corner of the net (1-7 to 1-5).

Carton’s switch to centre forward and that moment of magic got the Déise back on track. The sliotar hopped into the net from a Carton free but referee John Dermody ruled that Kaiesha Tobin was in the square. Waterford finished with a flourish. Carton and Bray spurred them on as five more white flags were raised. Mairead Power sup-

plied Lacey with her second point before she left the field. Dungarvan team mate Orla Hickey made a big impression off the bench and Bray set up a late point for her.

Waterford are on the road again on February 3 when All-Ireland champions Cork provide the opposition.

Scorers for Waterford: Beth Carton 0-9 (6fs), Niamh Rockett 1-0, Sarah Lacey 0-2, Shona Curran, Orla Hickey 0-1 each Scorers for Wexford: Anais Curran 1-3 (3fs), Chloe Cash (45), Emma Walsh 0-1 each.

Waterford: Brianna O'Regan; Sibeal

Harney, Iona Heffernan, Sadie Mai Rowe; Mairead Power, Aoife Landers, Caoimhe McGrath; Lorraine Bray, Clara Griffin; Aine Power, Shona Curran, Niamh Rockett; Kaiesha Tobin, Beth Carton, Sarah Lacey. Subs: Keeley Corbett-Barry for Rowe, Orla Hickey for Curran, Niamh Ahearne for Aine Power, Sally Kelly for Lacey.

Wexford: Emma Kiely; Chloe Cash, Siona Nolan, Derbhla Doyle; Shauna Sinnott, Ciara Storey, Leah Walsh; Sorcha Foley, Clodagh Jackman; Emma Walsh, Mairead Sheehan, Anais Curran; Lauren Murphy, Joanne Dillon, Orla Molloy.

Referee: John Dermody (Westmeath)

Waterford Ladies Football

Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Association announces 2019 Championship Fixtures SENIORS The Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Association has announced details of its 2019 Championship Fixtures across all grades. In the TG4 Senior Championship, holders Cork, Kerry and Waterford will play off on a round-robin basis, with the top two teams to contest the Final. More info at www.ladiesgaelic.ie Trials for the Senior football panel will take place on Sunday 27th of January time & venue to be confirmed. The team under Ciaran Curran played a good challenge match in Cahir last Sunday morning against a strong Tipperary side.

MINORS The minors under manager Joe O’Riordan are continuing to put in the work on the training ground in preparation for the coming season.

Last Sunday morning coach Bobby Lyons put them through their paces at the Friary College in Abbeyside.

U-14 GIRLS The U-14 girls are putting in some great training sessions under lights on the Tramore Astroturf despite the inclement weather. Details of the structure for the Munster U-14 Championship are now available at www.ladiesgaelic.ie TRAINING COURSES Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association are delighted to announce the first of our new LGFA courses for 2019. Course Details as follows: Club Officer Training: These 2 hour workshops are available to all (current and new) Club Chairs, Secretaries, Treasurers & PRO's. The courses are free to attend and are only run once a year. For more information see our Facebook page.

Getting New Kit For Your Club?

McKeever Sports the official Teamwear and Leisurewear provider to Waterford LGFA have a loyalty scheme for WLGFA clubs that source their kit from them.

Contact WLGFA for more info.

Referee Level 2 Refresher Course - Waterford: Participants must have completed the LGFA Grab your Whistle Level 1 course or have refereed Gaelic football for a minimum of 5 years.

Date: Tues., 12th Feb., 2019 Venue: Viking Hotel, Waterford.

Cost: FREE Referee Level 2 Refresher Course - Dungarvan: Participants must have completed the LGFA Grab your Whistle Level 1 course or have refereed Gaelic football for a minimum of 5 years.

Date: Weds., 20th Feb., 2019 Venue: Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan Cost: FREE FUNdamentals Coaching Course (1-day course): This course is an introductory coaching programme.

Date: Sat., February 23rd, 2019 Venue: Ballinameela GAA Club, Cappagh, Dungarvan Cost: €20.

Coaching the Keeper Workshop (For Coaches): To supply coaches with the coaching techniques to provide focused and beneficial training for Goalkeepers.

Date: Sat., March 9th, 2019 Venue: Kilrossanty GAA Club, Lemybrien Cost: €5.

Grab your Whistle - Level 1 Referee Course: A course designed to recruit and train new referees with a specific emphasis on females.

Date: Sat., 9th March and Sun., 10th March, 2019 Venue: Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan Cost: €15 Level 1 Coaching Course (2-day course): For existing coaches looking in more in depth at coaching principles and practices.

Date: Sat., 2nd March (Day 1) & Sat April 13th (Day 2) Venue: Ballinameela GAA Club, Cappagh, Dungarvan Cost: €50

You can get more information and book any of the above WLGFA courses online at Eventbrite http://wlgfa.eventbrite.com or our Facebook page @WaterfordLadiesFootball Places on all courses are limited. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Contact Richard at development.waterfordlgfa@gm ail.com if you require more information.

GREAT START TO 2019 FOR KILROSSANTY BRICKEYS, DUNGARVAN & TRAMORE Congratulations to Kilrossanty Brickeys Ladies Football Club on being selected for the 2019 "Gaelic4Teens Programme" for girls aged 15 -17 years. Run over 8 weeks it affords participants an opportunity to try out new & fun events. The highlight of the programme is an All Ireland Blitz Day in Dublin playing against clubs from all over Ireland.

Also Dungarvan Ladies Football & Tramore Ladies Gaelic Football have been selected to participate in the 2019 Gaelic4Girls. 12 weeks of coaching sessions with fun non-competitive blitzes aimed at increasing participation in Ladies Gaelic Football. This is a great start to 2019 for these clubs.

MUNSTER POST PRIMARY SCHOOLS LADIES FOOTBALL FINAL Loreto from Clonmel and St John the Baptist from Limerick played out a very exciting draw in Bansha on the 17th January.

Waterford were well represented in the final by the Ballymac girls on the Loreto team. Best of luck to them in the replay.

WHEN YOU GIVE A GIRL A PAIR OF FOOTBALL BOOTS We were sent this piece of prose by a member of Ballyhegan Davitts GAC. It sums up the importance of Ladies Gaelic Football and answers the question as to why do so many girls, parents and mentors devote so much time to it. Space precludes us from printing the whole piece but the first and last paragraph captures the sentiments.

When you give a girl a pair of

Waterford Ladies Gaelic Football Association. If your daughter is looking for an interesting, fun, activity where she'll make lifelong friends contact your local ladies' football club. These Gaultier girls did and the smiles say it all.

boots, you are giving her far more than a new pair of shoes. You are giving her new friends and new challenges and so many lessons and some of her best memories.

When you give a girl a pair of boots, you are giving her a team.

You are giving her a group of girls that she might not have ever talked to if it wasn’t for these common boots. A group of girls who will teach her how to be a teammate. A group of girls who will laugh with her and yell at her and train with her and win with her and lose with her.

With a pair of boots comes a group of mismatched people with a common goal who are learning from each other and working together.

When you give a girl a pair of boots, you are giving her a challenge. She is going to grow and learn, and she’s going to want to

quit at times, but she is going to look down at her feet and remember why she’s doing this.

She’s going to remember her teammates and her coaches and the amount of time she’s poured into this sport, and she’s going to realize that it’s worth it. She’s going to be covered in bruises and her socks are going to stink, and she’s always going to be looking for a sock or needing a hair elastic.

She’s going to be tired, and she’s going to get hurt.

But those boots are going to establish lessons that she’s going to remember for the rest of her life, friends that she is going to learn to love, and discipline that she is going to be thankful for. If you’re the girl with the boots, soak it in.

Love the long practices and the exhaustion and the sound of the

whistle that starts the game. If you’re the girl without the boots, go get some. Try something new.

Take the risk. Sign up for the team, the musical, the club. You will regret it if you don’t. Even if you fail, few things can teach you the lessons that those boots will.

Sincerely, The Girl Who Hung Up Her Boots SOCIAL MEDIA Stay up to date with the latest news from WLGFA by following us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

On Facebook find us at @WaterfordLadiesFootball on Twitter and Instagram we are @WaterfordLGFA CLUBS If any clubs need help publicising events email us at pro.waterford@lgfa.ie or contact us via WLGFA social media.

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Crucial opener for footballers ROUND 1 DIVISION 4 NATIONAL SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE

Waterford v Wicklow in Fraher Field on Saturday, January 26th at 7.00 p.m.

John C. Flood and his wife Martha Flood at the 14th Annual WLR/Granville Hotel GAA Awards Gala Dinner.

[Noel Browne]

THIS Saturday evening’s National football league game may be the first round but from a Waterford perspective, it is a crucial encounter ahead of our remaining six fixtures. Playing at home in a very competitive division, albeit division 4, a win at home is the only result that will get this year’s competition

Waterford Football Captain Brian Looby.

off to the correct beginning.

Last year we drew away to the Garden County and the year before that we won well against them in Carriganore in a game that was also played under lights. We could have received a tougher opposition for this opener so all sights must be on getting the most positive result required...a win. This would raise the confidence of probably a new look Waterford side and its new team management and hopefully the home fans will come out in their numbers to cheer them on.

Though it was a tough encounter, the team had a useful outing against Clare in the McGrath Cup and they also have a recent challenge game against Louth under their belt. The locals will have to field without the injured Tommy

Prendergast while one of our best players in 2018, Gavin Crotty is not available this year.

A number of newcomers to the panel are likely to receive their NFL debut and amongst them may be goalie Aaron Beresford, Sean Whelan Barrett, Brian Lynch and Stephen Curry. The return of the experienced Shane Aherne is welcomed while other seasoned players such as James McGrath, team captain Brian Looby, Ray O Ceallaigh, Michael Curry and Aidan Trihy will be called upon to lead by example.

Throw-in is at 7.00 p.m. and the other division 4 games this weekend features Antrim v Derry, London v Limerick and Limerick v Wexford all to be played on Sunday with a 2.00 p.m. starting time.

Waterford hurlers take on Offaly in Division 1B League DIVISION 1B NATIONAL SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE

WATERFORD V OFFALY New Waterford senior hurling manager, Pairic Fanning and his wife Susan at the 14th Annual WLR/Granville Hotel GAA Awards Gala Dinner.

2019 Cúl Camps proposed dates CUL CAMP DATE VENUE Gaultier 1 July 1st -5th Gaultier Roanmore July 1st -5th Roanmore Clonea July 1st -5th Clonea Stradbally July 1st -5th Stradbally Abbeyside July 1st -5th Abbeyside An Ghaeltacht July 1st -5th An Rinn DLS Gracedieu July 8th - 12th Gracedieu Na Gaeil July 8th - 12th Dunhill Ballygunner 1 July 8th - 12th Ballygunner Passage July 8th - 12th Passage Brickey Rangers July 8th - 12th Bushy Park Ballyduff Upper July 8th - 12th Ballyduff Upper Ballygunner 2 July 15th - 19th Ballygunner Mount Sion July 15th - 19th Mount Sion Kilrossanty July 15th - 19th Kilrossanty Clashmore July 15th - 19th Clashmore Cappoquin July 15th - 19th Cappoquin St Saviour's July 15th - 19th Ballybeg Gaultier 2 July 22nd - 26th Gaultier Butlerstown July 22nd - 26th Butlerstown St Mary's 1 July 22nd - 26th Kill Dungarvan July 22nd - 26th Dungarvan St Oliver's July 22nd - 26th Ballinameela Sacred Heart July 29th - Aug 2nd Williamstown Ballyduff Lower July 29th - Aug 2nd Ballyduff Lower Tramore 1 July 29th - Aug 2nd Tramore St Mary's 2 July 29th - Aug 2nd Kill Cois Bhríde July 29th - Aug 2nd Knockanore Fourmilewater July 29th - Aug 2nd Ballymacarbry Rathgormack Aug 5th - 9th Rathgormack Tramore 2 Aug 5th - 9th Tramore Ardmore 1 Aug 5th - 9th Ardmore St Patrick's Aug 5th - 9th Kilgobinet Naomh Carthaigh Aug 5th - 9th Lismore DLS College Aug 12th - 16th DLS College Ferrybank Aug 12th - 16th Ferrybank St Molleran's Aug 12th - 16th St Molleran's Portlaw Aug 12th - 16th Portlaw Tramore 3 Aug 12th - 16th Tramore Ardmore 2 Aug 12th - 16th Ardmore Naomh Bríd Aug 12th - 16th Tournaneena Walsh Park Aug 19th - 23rd Walsh Park subject to development Fraher Field Aug 19th - 23rd Fraher Field Eoin Breathnach 087-9219345 Booking available from 1st March www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

in Thurles on Sunday, January 27th at 2.00 p.m.

WATERFORD Hurlers begin life in Division 1B short the services of the Ballygunner players and the injured Darragh Fives, Conor Gleeson, Jamie Barron, Darragh Lyons and Patrick Curran, our hurlers travel to Semple Stadium this Sunday for our first game in division 1B of this year’s NHL. The reason for our exile for this game has been well documented but every player should relish the opportunity of playing on one of the best surfaces in the country. This match will be giving up to half a dozen players the opportunity to show their value to the management team and though an Offaly team can be a tough nut to crack at

times, this an opening game where players can stake a place for future fixtures.

Billy Nolan is likely to man the posts and in front of him, one would expect either Shane Fives or Conor Prunty to be wearing the number 3 jersey on the retiral of Barry Coughlan. Noel Connors and Shane McNulty may well complete this line of defence.

Tadhg Bourke looks primed for centre back flanked perhaps by a combination from Kieran Bennett.

Conor Prunty, Micheal Harney, Callum Lyons and Jordan Henley.

Austin Gleeson wasn’t match fit against Clare in the Munster league game at the Fraher Field and this is an area he will need to work on if he is going to be an asset come the Munster championship.

Jamie Barron is a loss at midfield due to a hamstring injury and Kevin Moran is likely to be drafted in such as Stphen Roche or Colin Dunford.

Up front, Stephen Bennett has been the main scoring machine in pre league games and he should figure likewise here from his berth

Stephen Roche.

Jack Prendergast.

on the edge of the square. The half forward line could have a look of Shane Bennett, Michael Walsh in the centre and DJ Foran on the wing, though the latter’s best position is arguably closer to goal.

Mikey Kearney should also nail down a spot either in the half or full line similar to Tommy Ryan and

Jack Prendergast.

Like the footballers, it being our first league outing a win is of importance on Sunday with difficult games down the line at home to Galway and away to Dublin. The other games in this division this week are Dublin v Carlow and Galway v Laois.

Minister Halligan confirms Sports Capital injection for seven local clubs SEVEN Waterford sports clubs are to benefit from the latest funding announcement under the Sports Capital Programme (SCP), local Minister of State John Halligan TD has announced.

The grants represent the first set of allocations under the 2018 round of the SCP and relate to projects previously deemed invalid under the 2017 round, which have now been corrected.

Minister Halligan confirmed total funding of €258,200 for the successful Waterford clubs. This includes: €43,600 for De La Salle Hurling and Football Club towards the development of a new all-weather

floodlit pitch; €40,800 for Roanmore GAA Club towards a gym extension; €79,300 for Waterford Wexford ETB towards the extension of a grass pitch; €39,400 for Carbally Community Development Group towards a community development project; €49,000 for Clonea GAA Club towards field development; €3,300 for Gan Baru Jiu Jitsu Academy towards new training equipment; And €2,800 for Butlerstown GAA Club for a new lawnmower.

Minister Halligan said: “Waterford has been highly successful under recent rounds of the

Sports Capital Programme. This announcement follows a record €1.5 million for 43 clubs in Waterford last year and applications for the next round of the scheme in the locality have been equally strong, providing a fantastic opportunity for even further improvements. Well done to all the Waterford clubs who successful secured funding to date. Following an agreement with my own Department of Education, the scheme has now been extended to all schools provided their application is in conjunction with a sports club.

“In relation to the new applications submitted under the 2018

round, work will now be advanced on the assessment of these with allocations to be announced later in the year.”

Minister Shane Ross stated: “The Sports Capital Programme remains an essential vehicle for providing suitable sports facilities and equipment to allow as many people participate in sport as possible.

The grants which we have approved today will benefit every county and 23 different sports will see improved facilities and equipment.

I look forward to announcing grants to many more deserving sports projects later in the year.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Dungarvan GAA Annual 2018 available THE Dungarvan GAA Annual covering the happenings of the town club both on and off the fields in 2018 have hit the shelves and are available in Conor Lannon's Country Store, Johnny Lynch, Fruit and Veg in the Shopping Centre and in Albert McGrath's Newsagents, Mitchel Street, all three outlets great supporters of the Blues.

Priced at €10.

FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER 66 Main Street, Dungarvan

(058) 45590

Enjoying the Clonea GAA Club Victory Social in the Park Hotel were Kelsey Curran, Avril Dunne and Taylor Flynn.

[Sean Byrne]

nicky@mckennacomputers.com

Club Focus Wednesday, 3rd February, 1999.

AIB TOURNAMENT FINAL

Solid performance from hurlers Waterford 1-5; Kilkenny 1-9.

WATERFORD hurlers turned in a solid performance in last Sunday’s Annual AIB Tournament Final to run our deserving winners of a well contested encounter in which they always held the upper hand.

At the end of the first quarter Waterford had built up a four point lead, 0-5 to 0-1, with points per Dave Bennett and Anthony Kirwan (0-2 each) and Sean Daly.

Then came the only touch of class displayed by Kilkenny all day when D. J. Carey’s first time pull put Ken O’Shea clear. His blistering drive from 25 yards out went straight to the net to leave the scoring in the 19th minute at 0-5 to 1-2.

Waterford replied with a neat point from Stephen Cunningham who showed up well here. As did Anton Lannon who finished a good move involving Billy O’Sullivan and Anthony Kirwan in the 26th minute when his drive found the net, giving goalkeeper Martin Carey no chance between the posts. Ken O’Shea and Ken McGrath exchanged points to leave Waterford in front at the interval by 1-7 to 1-3.

On the turnover the pattern of play remained much the same as Waterford always kept a gap of three or four points between themselves and the Noresiders who, in truth, never really looked like winning here.

Brendan Landers made some good saves. While Tom Feeney, Sean Cullinane and Brian Flannery were always op top, with the exception of O’Shea’s 19th minute goal. Stephen Frampton and Peter Queally were solid on the wings with James O’Connor and later Fergal Hartley working hard in the centre half back position.

Pat Walsh was very effective at centre field, well supported by Ken McGrath. They held the edge over

Johnny Dooley and D. J. Carey. Kilkenny, as always, kept plugging away and at the end of the third quarter Waterford were still in front, 1-10 to 1-7. Dave Bennett (0-2) and Henry O’Shea (0-1) replying for the visitors.

Shefflin was allocated the free taking duties here instead of D. J. Carey whose two efforts from placed balls well outfield were poorly struck. Another item of interest for hurling fans here was the form of Kilkenny’s veteran centre half forward John Power who, at times, displayed a few neat touches. But in truth he ran out of steam and overall Waterford were much the fitter team.

Dave Bennett, who was Waterford’s leading scorer here, added three further Waterford points. With Anton Lannon’s kicked effort going over the bar when the ball could as easily have gone under the bar.

While substitute Paul Flynn displayed his pace when scoring a neat point when opposed by Kilkenny full back John Costello who hurled solidly throughout.

Henry Shefflin and midfielder Johnny Dooley were Kilkenny’s scorers in this period. While Dooley had his goal-bound shot thwarted by an alert Brendan Landers.

Sean Daly at wing forward displayed some good touches. While Billy O’Sullivan worked hard as always. With Dave Bennett being our best forward here. While Anthony Kirwan also displayed a welcome return to form.

Waterford scorers: D. Bennett 0-7, A. Lannon 1-1, A. Kirwan and S. Daly 0-2 each, K. McGrath, P. Flynn and S. Cunningham 0-1 each.

Kilkenny scorers: K. O’Shea 1-3, H. Shefflin 0-3, N. Moloney 0-2, J. Dooley 0-1.

Waterford: B. Landers; T. Feeney, S. Cullinane, B. Flannery; S. Frampton, J. O’Connor, P. Queally; K. McGrath, P. Walsh; S. Daly, B. O’Sullivan, D. Bennett; S. Cunningham, A. Kirwan, A. Lannon. Subs: F. Hartley for J. O’Connor; P. Flynn for A. Kirwan; D. Shanahan for S. Daly; T. Browne for P. Queally; B. Browne for S. Cunningham; B. Greene for S. Frampton.

Kilkenny: M. Carey; T. Hickey, J. Costello, M. Kavanagh; A. Comerford, T. Henderson, P. Barry; D. J. Carey, J. Dooley; B. Ryan, J. Power, B. McEvoy; N. Moloney, H. Shefflin, K. O’Shea. Subs: D. Buggy for J. Power.

Referee: Pat Moore (Waterford).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY COMFORTABLE FOR UNDERSTRENGTH TIPPERARY Championship: McGrath Cup football. Date: Sunday, 31st January, 1999. Venue: Golden. Half-time score: Tipperary 1-5; Waterford 0-7. Full-time score: Tipperary 3-9; Waterford 0-9.

Waterford: K. Cullinane; A. Hubbard, G. Walsh, B. Lyons; L. Dalton, D. McMahon, M. Kiely; M. O’Brien, A, Ahearne; P. Fitzgerald, F. O’Brien; C. Watt; T. Cunningham, K. Whelan, A. Fitzgerald. Subs: C. Keane for O’Brien; K. Walsh for P. Fitzgerald; J. Fitzgerald for A. Hubbard.

Waterford scorers: A. Fitzgerald 0-3, K. Whelan and C. Watt 0-2 each; T. Cunningham and C. Keane 0-1 each.

COUNTY BOARD MEETING

2019 County Senior Hurling and football championship Groups and draws CHAIRMAN of the Waterford County Board, Paddy Joe Ryan presided at its January monthly meeting in front of a packed house at Lawlor’s Hotel last Monday evening.

Prior to the selection of this year’s senior hurling and senior football championship groups and draws, delegates decided by 17 votes to 14 that group teams in all underage competitions, including Bord na nÓg championships, consisting of three clubs or more will be graded in either division 1 or 2. This requires that the proposed grades by both the adult and juvenile boards will have to be revisited and altered accordingly.

BOARD SNIPPETS • Clubs must register their players for the player injury fund before March 1st.

• Tickets for the National draw must be returned by February 8th.

• The Board’s ‘CUBE’ fundraiser will be held in Carriganore on Friday. March 29th.

• The Board’s Golf Classic fundraiser will be played over three days from May 23rd to 25th in Dungarvan Golf Club. Entry per team is €200.

• County Management Teams:

Minor Football: Tom Guiry (manager), David Robinson and Gavin Whelan. Under 19 hurling and football management teams yet to be finalised.

• Clubs requested to provide two stewards for Board games.

• On a vote of 28 to 6 it was decided to run this year’s County junior B senior football attached championship with two groups of five teams each.

• The intermediate hurling leagues in 2019 will be organised separately by the divisional boards.

SENIOR HURLING GROUP A: Ballygunner, Dungarvan, Tallow and Clonea.

GROUP B: Abbeyside, Mt. Sion, Roanmore and Fourmilewater.

GROUP C: DLS, Passage, Ballyduff and Lismore.

ROUND 1: Weekend March 31st: Tallow v Dungarvan, Ballygunner v Clonea, Roanmore v Mt. Sion, Abbeyside v Fourmilewater, Ballyduff v Passage, DLS V Lismore.

ROUND 2: Weekend April 7th: Clonea v Tallow, Ballygunner v Dungarvan, Fourmilewater v Roanmore, Abbeyide v Mt. Sion, Lismore v Ballyduff, DLS V Passage.

ROUND 3: Weekend June 23rd: Ballygunner v Tallow, Dungarvan v Clonea, Abbeyside v Roanmore, Mt. Sion v Fourmilewater, DLS V Ballyduff, Passage v Lismore.

SENIOR FOOTBALL GROUP A: Nire, Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, Rathgormack and Ardmore.

GROUP B: Kilrossanty, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas and Portlaw.

GROUP C: Ballinacourty, An Rinn, Gaultier and Brickeys.

ROUND 1: Weekend April 14th: Rathgormack v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg, Nire v Ardmore, Kilrossanty v Portlaw, Kilmacthomas v Stradbally, Gaultier v An Rinn, Brickeys v Ballinacourty.

ROUND 2: Weekend April 21st: Ardmore v Rathgormack, Nire v Clashmore/Kinsalebeg, Portlaw v Kilmacthomas, Kilrossanty v Stradbally, Brickeys v Gaultier, Ballinacourty v An Rinn.

ROUND 3: Weekend July 7th: Nire v Rathgormack, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Ardmore, Kilrossanty v Kilmacthomas, Stradbally v Portlaw, Ballinacourty v Gaultier, An Rinn v Brickeys.

2019 Munster GAA Convention THE 2019 Munster GAA Annual Convention will take place on Friday, January 25th at 8.00 p.m. in The Devon Inn Hotel, Templeglantine, County Limerick.

Outgoing Munster Chairman Jerry O’Sullivan (Cork) will step down at Convention following the completion of his three year term.

Outgoing Munster Vice-Chairman Liam Lenihan (Limerick) will be

elected unopposed to the position of Munster Chairman at Friday's Convention. Ger Ryan (Tipperary) will be elected unopposed to the position of Munster ViceChairman.

Youghal Road, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. 087 2674890 Dungarvanstatoil@cablesurf.com

FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 9 Forecasts. 6 Correct. 3 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.6% This Week’s Fixtures: NHL: Waterford v (Offaly).

NFL: Waterford v (Wicklow).

Harty Cup SF: Midleton CBS V (DLS).

To Date: 15 Forecasts. 9 Correct. 6 Incorrect. Success Rate: 60%.

GAA CLUB NOTES

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Ardmore LOTTO DRAW January 14th. Numbers drawn 1, 16, 25, 27. No winner. €20 each to the following: Willie Power, Seller Ardmore Post Office; Sean Casey, Flemings Bar; Ann French, Grange Post Office; Georgina Keogh, Quinns; Patrick Riordan, Keevers.

DEAGHLAIN NAOFA RECEIVE SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD The club was honoured by the County Board at the County Awards on last weekend when we received one of the special achievement awards. This was for our All-Ireland triumph last year.

Declan Hennessy, Vice chairman received the award on behalf of the club in what we thought was in the absense of Chairman Nick Keating, but Nick made it in the end but was happy to take a back seat. Pat and Mary Prendergast and John Hennessy also attended in what was an enjoyable evening.

The club would like to congratulate all winners on the night and wish Ballygunner the best of luck in their quest for AllIreland glory.

THE FIELD With training now started, we would like to remind all people in charge of teams that they must contact Adrian O’Donnell about their training schedules and any games that may be played in the field.

I would urge you please adhere to this as with so many different teams it wont be easy for Adrian and if he is not con-

tacted it will only cause confusion and probaly end up with people missing out. Adrians phone number 086 3657891.

PADDY WALSH, LISAROW RIP There was a sadness in the parish last Thursday night when word filtered through that Paddy Walsh had passed. One of life’s thorough gentlemen, Paddy was thought highly of inside and outside the parish. A great husband father and grandfather, Paddy lived and worked for his family.

I myself worked with Paddy at Carlton Kitchens and always found him to be a very obliging and was very popular. I travelled with Paddy as helper in my early years there and used to look forward to it. One day in Mitchelstown Paddy stopped the lorry on the way home outside a garage. He had brought two planks in the back of the lorry and then took the two planks put them against the back of the lorry. He went into the garage came out and hopped into a Morris Minor car drove it into the back of the lorry and we brought it home. A lot of the lads at the factory could tell you stories and laughs we had with Paddy. He was very well thought of and well liked I am sure he was a proud grandfather when his grandson Jack starred in our famous All-Ireland last year.

God rest you Paddy you were a good one To his wife Maureen; sons Pat, James, Raymond, Ollie and Richard and his daughter Bridget as well as all his grandchildren. To all his other relatives and friends the club extend their deepest sympathy. RIP.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Draw 8th January: Numbers drawn were 6,14, 18 and 24.

There was no jackpot winner. €30 weekly winners were Kate and Sarah O’Donovan, Paul Veale and Here’N Now. Draw 15th January: Numbers drawn were 11,19, 21 and 25. There was no jackpot winner. €30 weekly winners were Mike Veale, Chris Moore and Eily Walsh. Next draw takes place on January 22nd with a jackpot of €2,375. Draw every Tuesday night in Meagher’s. Tickets available from any club member.

THE LOCAL BAR GAA BANQUET Lawlors Hotel hosted the Waterford GAA awards which are

sponsored by The Local Bar. The club was well represented to see Mike and Breeda Clancy receive the Jack Furlong Award for their contribution to the GAA and Tina Meagher, who received the Special Merit Award.

Congratulations to them from all in the club.

MUNSTER SCÓR n-ÓG Well done to Niamh Meagher who represented Waterford in the Munster Scór Finals of the Solo Singing last Sunday in Cappoquin and to Molly, Rena, Ciara and Niamh Meagher who represented Waterford in the Ballad Group.

Well done to you all.

Kilgobinet

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION As part of RTÉ’s Operation Transformation, Kilgobinet GAA Club are lighting up the pitch in Bohadoon, every Thursday for

the duration of Operation Transformation, 7-8 p.m. It’s a chance to make exercise more accessible on dark winters nights, and enjoy walking in the bright, safe environs of your local GAA club. All are welcome.

GAA NATIONAL CLUB DRAW The G.A.A. National Club Draw will take place on Wednesday, 6th March 2019. Tickets are €10 each and are available from the club. Tickets must be bought before Monday, February 11th. The sole purpose of the GAA National Club Draw is to assist clubs in their drive to raise much needed funds to aid in the development and the promotion of our games, the club retains all the proceeds from the tickets sold.

This is a great way to support your local GAA club and raise much needed funds as well.

MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due. Please contact Eamonn Curran, Membership Officer ASAP. Membership fees for 2019: Players: €100. Non playing members/students €50.

FACEBOOK Follow us on Facebook for the latest club news and updates. @kilgobinet.gaa

Kilmacthomas WATERFORD GAA AWARDS On Friday night the Kilmacthomas GAA committee travelled to Lawlors hotel for the annual Waterford GAA Awards.

Kilmacthomas GAA was nominated for club of the year after winning both the Intermedaite Football and Junior B Hurling Eastern and County titles. This was a huge honour for us as a club to be nominated along side Abbeyside and Ballygunner, after a very successful year on the field.

Congratulations to Ballygunner who received the award on the night.

Also a speical congratulations to St. Declan’s C.C. who on the night recieved the schools award.

KILMACTHOMAS GAA SOCIAL There are limited tickets left for our GAA social which will be held in the Park Hotel, this Friday, 25th January. This is a four course meal, with music on the night from the Renegades.

Tickets can be purchased by contacting any member of the club, or on Main Street Kilmacthomas in Danny's Bar, Kierseys Bar & Tearooms or Kents shop.

We hope to see you all there for what will be a great night.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 14th January. The numbers drawn were 3, 4, 16 and 18. The €20 lucky ticket winners were

as follows: Emma Wall, Pa Dalton, Betty Condon and Michael McKenna.

The seller’s prize went to Michael Wall. Last Monday, 21st of January night’s jackpot was worth €9,800.

Cappoquin Camogie Club – Last Saturday saw two very special groups of girls gathered together in the GAA Clubhouse in Cappoquin to collect their winners’ medals and to commemorate their various club county titles that they deservedly won throughout 2018.

Cappoquin Camogie MEDAL PRESENTATION Last Saturday saw two very special groups of girls gathered together in the GAA Clubhouse in Cappoquin to collect their winner’s medal and to commemorate their various club county titles that they deservedly won throughout 2018.

Club chairperson Damien Landers was on hand and he congratulated not only both teams along with their parents for their commitment for the past year, but also the mentors and coaches of both teams as sometimes they are the unsung heroes of these achievements.

Club President Joan Mason was on hand to present each medal individually, but not before she gave a rousing speech underlining the importance of the community in these efforts and that without that sort of commitment then nothing could have been achieved.

First up to collect their medals was the Under 12 team who were captained by Grace Power. This group of girls won the Under 12 C County Championship in 2018 but not without a huge effort from Eda, Ger and Louise who put in a lot of work getting them prepared for each and every game. A lot of these girls have already made the jump to the Under 14 panel so the future is indeed bright.

After this we had the Under 14 squad. Led by captain Emma Kiely, these girls won both the Under 14 Feile C Championship and the Under 14 County Championship in 2018. In fact, a number of girls from the successful Under 12 panel were also selected for this panel so that meant we had a few girls collecting 2 medals on the night for their efforts.

Joan then concluded the evening’s events by saying that the future is bright for these up and coming superstars, along with Tricia McCarthy who underlined the importance of the efforts being put in by all.

Finally, Club Chairperson Damien Landers finished off the evening by thanking the Club Committee for their hard work both in putting the evening together and their efforts throughout the year. He also thanked the Affane/Cappoquin GAA Club for the continued use of their facilities.

AGM The Cappoquin Camogie Club AGM will be held on Friday, 15th Feb., at 7.30 p.m. in the Affane/Cappoquin GAA Clubhouse. All members are asked to attend. New or interested people are always welcome, we would like to encouraged everyone to attend to have their say in the future of the club.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 4,15, 16, 20. No winner. Consolation prizes: Geraldine Murphy, Martin McCarthy, Denis Martin, Mike Condon. Promoter: Martin Sheehan. Next draw: Hotel January 21st. Jackpot: €8,800. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around town.

AGM A well attended meeting chaired by the last time by outgoing chairman Liam Mulcahy was held in the clubhouse on Friday last. He lamented the loss of our late Patron Father Farrell and our club member and life and soul of any meeting the late Finn McCarthy. The highlight of the playing year was Cois Bhride under twenty one football county victory. On an adult level the senior team had a inconsistent year and the junior hurlers had two very good wins and came unstuck in the Western semifinal. Our financial situation was stable and he thanked John O'Sullivan our lotto coordinator and David O'Brien head of Deise draw for their contributions. We are indebted to any promoters for selling any tickets and all those your purchase tickets throughout the year. Clubs cannot function with the generosity of the people.

It was wonderful to see Tom Doyle in attendance after his hardship of the previous year.

Terence McSweeney takes over the chair of chairman from Liam Mulcahy after his four year tenure. Liam himself has said 'that the club needs an injection of youth". Such youthful endeavour brings with it new ideas, energy, exuberance and freshness. I would safely say that Ter possesses all these and more. His relentless pursuit of the principles of what we expect of our club is what I look forward to in the coming years.

I will do an interview with Liam in the coming weeks discussing his chairmanship and others aspects of his reign over the last four years.

The election of officers were as follows :– President: Eddie Cunningham; Vice-Presidents: Canon Seán Cotter, Michael Prendergast, Sean Twomey, Dinny Cunningham, Connie Henley, John Lyons, Johnny Curley, Tom McSweeney; Chairman: Terence McSweeney; Secretary: Lindsay Murphy; Treasurer: Mairead Sheehan; PRO: David O'Brien; Lotto Secretary & Co-Ordinator: John O'Sullivan; Registrar Lindsay Murphy; Deise Draw: David O'Brien; Membership Officer: Billie-Jean Sheehan; Health & Wellbeing Officer: Veronica Henley; Child Welfare Officer: Kate Ryan; Insurance Officer: Terence McSweeney; Irish Officer: Seán Twomey; Club Representative: Timmy Sheehan & Denis Tobin; Chief Medical Officer: Georgina Cunningham; Senior Hurling: Coach Denis Walsh, Selectors Jimmy Cronin and Paul Kearney; Junior

Hurling : Manager Terence McSweeney, Selectors: Stuart Barry, Luke McCarthy and Seán Slattery; Junior Football: Manager Stephen Pratt, Selectors: Dinny Tobin and Seán Gleeson.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL AWARDS The inaugural Community Council Awards took place on Saturday last in the community centre. A crowd of over three hundred packed the hall. An abundance of untold and unknown work was done in the vicinity in the last year. It was great to see that recognized and all those in the numerous fields they represented on the night. A resounding success, it's a tribute to those that organized the event and all those who took part.

OPERATION TRANSFORMATION LIGHTS UP The GAA, in partnership with RTÉ’s Operation Transformation, is seeking to bring together communities across the 32 counties to enjoy healthy walks in the safe, bright, environs of their GAA club.

We have been asked if Tallow GAA is participating in the "GAA Lights Up Event" on every Thursday. The club does not have a designated walkway around the pitches but walks can still be organised once the walk starts and end at the clubhouse every Thursday between 7 and 9 p.m. for the next six weeks.

However, to be covered for insurance we need at least two leaders.

One to walk at the front and the other at the back of the group. All walkers must record their names before the walk. If anyone is interested contact Terence ASAP and we can get started.

ANTI SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR It is a sad state of affairs that each night our club grounds are locked up to prevent damage being inflicted on them and to stop underage drinking. To make matters worse a litany of debris of cans and bottles are left in the facility. The Gardaí have been contact and it is noted that such conduct will not be tolerated.

NATIONAL DRAW Tickets are now available from the club for the National Club Draw. It's country wide. Tickets are €10. All funds raised will be retained by the club and so all ticket purchases would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Kate Ryan to avail of any purchase.

LAST MAN STANDING Commences on the 2nd of February again under the guideship of Kieran Geary and Ter McSweeney. All the senior squad should have a booklet so please avail of the opportunity.

TO FOLLOW I have a few plans for interviews on clubmen in the past and present on various matches and events that were of historical value to the club.

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GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Ballinameela CLUB SOCIAL Reminder that we will be holding a Club Social and medals presentation on Saturday, 9th February in the Park Hotel following our Junior Hurling Western and County championship success. Tickets for the night are €35 and are on sale now. Please make contact with Kevin Phelan (087 7675430), Donagh Looby (086 3324352), Brian Phelan (087 6651169) or Imelda Walsh (086 2210036) to secure your ticket.

CONGRATULATIONS A huge well done to Henry Griffin for his nomination for

Waterford GAA Young footballer of the year at the recent Waterford GAA awards night. Henry made the shortlist of three for the award having had a great season with St. Olivers while also representing the county in the Munster Minor Football Championship.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS TALK A Mental Health Awareness Talk from Pieta House Counsellor, Alan Farrell will take place in Ballinameela Community Centre on Wednesday, 6th Feb at 8 p.m. All are welcome.

Sliabh gCua/ St. Mary’s LOTTO RESULTS No winner of the €1,300 local lotto held on Sunday night, the winning numbers were 3, 14 and 16. €20 winners were Alicie Burke, Brendan Tobin, Ray Duffy, Terri Fitzpatrick and J&G Queally. Thomas Keane won the promoters prize. The next draw will be in Dunnes on 27th January. Remember – if

you’re not in you can’t win!

JUNIOR SCÓR RESULTS Hard luck to all the boys and girls who took part in the Scor in Cappoquin on Sunday. This was the 50th year of the Scor but unfortunately it wasn’t the day for Sliabh gCua set, figure or instrumental music players. Well done to all involved!

Cois Bhride (Kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware) TALLOW COMMUNITY AWARDS Well done to our under 21 footballers who represented the club well at the Tallow Community Awards last Saturday night.

It was a very enjoyable night.

Thanks to all involved in the organising.

AGM Reminder of our AGM on Monday, 28th January at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse in Tallow.

All welcome.

Lismore BR. J. L. DORMER TO BE HONOURED AT THE 2019 GAA PRESIDENT'S AWARDS The Lismore GAA club would like to congratulate current Vice President and Honorary Life Member Br. J.L. Dormer on his invitation as one of the recipients of the 2019 GAA Presidents Awards in light of his outstanding voluntary contribution to the GAA over a prolonged period. The awards are presented on an annual basis to honour those who go beyond the call of duty in their commitment and dedication in their chosen field in the wider GAA family. It will be screened live on TG4 on March 8th. Br. Dormer was pivotal in Lismore/Ballysaggart's underage success and domination during the 1980's and 1990's culminating in winning all underage county titles in 1990 (U-14, U-16, U-18 and U-21). This success led to Lismore winning senior county titles in 1991 and 1993.

TRAINING AND MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due and can be paid to the club Registrar Tom Hannon.

Player €60 (inclusive of 1 National Draw ticket) Member €40 (inclusive of 1 National Draw ticket) Couple €60 (inclusive of 1 National Draw ticket) Student €25 It is imperative that membership is paid as soon as possible to allow all players resume training and playing matches.

Insurance cannot be in place for a player unless membership is paid.

The deadline for the National Draw ticket with membership is 8th February 2019.

COUCH TO 5KM The Couch to 5km is continuing every Saturday morning at 10 a.m. with Circuit training every Wednesday evening in the Community Centre at 7 p.m. We are three weeks in with a

marked improvement in fitness levels for everybody attending.

Anyone wishing to join the group is still more than welcome.

The goal of the programme is to complete a 5km run on St. Patrick’s Day. Remember all money raised goes directly back to the club. For more details contact Bernie on 087 7563402.

OMISSION Due to the extensive volume of notes taken following the AGM, the following detail was omitted from the Chairman's address. He thanked Marie Prendergast and Trish Morrissey for their part in organising the very successful Christmas Fair in which they had gathered many businesses and artisans of the community displaying their wares that evening. Well done to both.

LISMORE GAA LOTTO This week’s results will be published next week due to a rescheduled draw. The jackpot is now €7,250. Tickets can be bought from all usual outlets priced at €2 each or three for €5.

Don’t miss out on your chance to win €7,250!

The club lotto is a fantastic way of supporting your own local GAA club no matter where you live in the world! Simply log onto www.KlubFunder.com, search for Lismore GAA Club and create an account. Then select your numbers, make the payment for the time period of your choice, which can be from one week to 52 weeks. It is an ideal way for many people who are living away or abroad who would like to contribute to the running of the club. Klubfunder is an innovative way to help cut down on administration and keeps the sport at the heart of the club!

SYMPATHY Lismore GAA club would like to extend its deepest sympathies to the O’Keeffe family on the passing of Kitty O’Keeffe (Catherine, nee Mackey), Garrylaurence, Dungourney, Cork during the week. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

Pictured above is Stradbally Léiriú team who represented us and Waterford with such great distinction in the Scór na nÓg Munster Final that took place in Cappoquin last Sunday.

Stradbally SCÓR Pictured above is our Léiriú team who represented us and Waterford with such great distinction in the Scór na nÓg Munster Final that took place in Cappoquin last Sunday.

Despite putting in a stellar performance, victory on this occasion went to Na Gaeil from Kerry who will now represent Munster in the All-Ireland final and we wish them every success in this.

Congratulations to the team on reaching this far in the competition and many thanks to Liz Murphy who did fantastic work with the team in preparation for this.

Team on the day was; Molly Kate Hearne, Beibhin Delaney, Eva Davis, Ellie Skehan, Niamh Kavanagh, Peter Davis, Éabha Fee and Lily Casey.

RORY’S STORIES A great night was had by the big crowd in attendance at the Park Hotel last Friday night for our evening with the very popular Rory O’Connor from Rory’s Stories. All in attendance were gripped from start to finish and thoroughly enjoyed the banter on the night. Well done to all who participated in the sketches and added to the occasion.

As we know Rory is a big ambassador for mental health which is something we are also advocates of here in Stradbally.

His message to finish the night was simple “it’s okay not to be okay” and it is not a sign of weakness to talk if you are not okay.

Please bear this in mind if you are struggling at this time.

A huge thank you and well done to Eamonn Clancy who was the driving force behind this evening and did tremendous work to ensure the night was the success that it was.

2019 WINTER LEAGUE Preparations are continuing for the 2019 Winter League which will begin on Thursday night, February 7th at 6.30 p.m.

A meeting will take place this Thursday at 8.00 p.m. in the club house to pick the teams. Anyone wishing to get involved and help during the league are invited to come along.

VICTORY CELEBRATION A victory celebration will be held in the clubhouse on the 2nd of February to celebrate our successful Minor football & Intermediate Ladies teams who won their respective championships in 2018.

There will be live music on the night from the very popular Fuse and finger food will also be served. Tickets are now on sale for €10 and can be purchased from any committee member.

ALLIANZ NATIONAL HURLING & FOOTBALL LEAGUES This weekend our county Hurlers & Footballers begin their Allianz National league campaigns. First up on Saturday night are our footballers who take on Wicklow in the Fraher Field, followed on Sunday by the hurlers who take on Offaly in Thurles.

We would like to wish both teams the very best of luck in their respective campaigns and to Michael, Shane, Jack and Eoin, who we hope will see plenty of action throughout.

WATERFORD GAA AWARDS NIGHT The Waterford GAA awards night took place last Friday.

Unfortunately, Liam was not crowned the underage footballer of the year; however, everyone in Stradbally is very proud of the year Liam had in 2018 and we look forward to seeing him progress to the adult setup in 2019. Congratulations to

Rathgormack’s James Power who won the award and to all the other winners who were recognised for their performances in 2018.

SUNDAY NIGHT MUSIC Sunday night Mary Prendergast will be the live music in the club. In February we have more great musicians lined up so come along and enjoy a set or two.

Music for February: - 3rd Mike Humphries; 10th Reunited; 17th Quickstep; 24th 2 of a Kind.

50:50 WINNER Congratulations to Irene Kilbride who won €250 in our first 50:50 draw of 2019. Our next draw will take place on the 27th of January.

Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Tickets are available from Cunningham’s shop, Farm Relief Services, Whelan’s Bar and The Cove Bar as well as from any of the club committee. You can also log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line.

LADIES TRAINING U-15 & U-16 ladies football training resumes this week.

Training will commence in Sallyfort and will take place every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 p.m. Girls are asked to wear runners and bring €2 per night.

LADIES U-8 & U-10 TEAM In 2019 our ladies are entering teams in U-8 and U-10. This is a very important age group for us and we are looking for people to get involved with coaching. Courses for new coaches can be provided, for further details please contact Elaine – 0876259498.

NATIONAL CLUB DRAW National Club draw tickets are now available to purchase from any Committee member. The National club draw is organised by Croke Park to support clubs with their day to day running costs. Tickets are €10 with fantastic prizes on offer. All proceeds of these ticket sales go directly to our club.

2019 MEMBERSHIP At our recent AGM it was agreed to maintain the current membership rates for 2019.

Adult €70; Couple €120; OAP €50.

Student/1st child in a family €40, 2nd child in family €30, 3rd & subsequent children €30; U-5/U-6 €5.

Membership can now be paid to membership officers Ollie Costelloe and Pat Fennell or alternatively you can pay online by visiting www.stradballygaa.com where all options are available.

Again in 2019 we have several membership packages available if you wish to avail of these. They can be purchased on line or can be paid by direct debit. Direct debit forms are available from any committee member or by email to our club secretary at secretary.stradbally.waterford@gaa.

Adult Package. Membership €70, Déise Draw €90, 50/50draw €130, National Ticket €10.

Total €300 or €25 per month.

Couple Package. Membership €120, Déise Draw €90, 50/50 Draw €130, National Ticket x 2 €20 Total €360 or €30 per month.

OAP Package. Membership €50, Déise Draw €90, 50/50 Draw €130, National Draw Ticket €10, Total €280 or €23.23 per Month.

Melleray/Glen Rovers The Lismore GAA 5km group paying close attention to coaches Paudie and Sandra Prendergast.

SCÓR NA nÓG Well done to Aislinn Cahillane who represented Melleray and Waterford in the Munster final of Scór Na Nóg in Cappoquin on Sunday.

Aislinn performed an exerpt from ‘Dancing at Lughnasa’ by Brian Friel to a rapturous applause.

The standard was very high and although we had no joy on the day - a fantastic day out was had by all. Well done Aislinn.

LOTTO There was no winner of our lotto for weekending 20/01/19.

The numbers drawn were 8, 9, 17 and 19. Consolation prize winners were Terry O’Connor, Pad Joe Kiely and Robert Ryan.

Next week’s jackpot stands at €9,600.

CONDOLENCE Our sympathies from all in the club to the families of Terry Maguire, Marty O’Donoghue and Jim Murray who all sadly passed away recently. May they rest in peace.

28th PARK HOTEL SPORTS AWARDS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

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Thomas Barr takes 28th Park Hotel title AS the midnight hour approached for the capacity audience at the 28th Park Hotel Sports Awards last Saturday night, all eyes were on Waterford Superstar and Special Guest, John Treacy, as he opened the all important envelope which would reveal the winner of this year’s most coveted award across Waterford sport.

When he announced that the Waterford City athlete, Thomas Barr was this year’s winner, the audience rose as one to applaud a most worthy and popular recipient.

Regrettably, sporting commitments abroad kept Thomas from attending at the gala banquet and his award was accepted on his behalf by his long-time coach, Brid Golden.

However, the Ferrybank Club Athlete came on the phone from his training camp in Tenerife to thank the Park Hotel and say how thrilled he was with the news.

“The Park Hotel Award is a great one to take home,” he said. “For me it is even ahead of the national awards. It is always nice to be recognised in your own county.”

Thomas had earned his monthly nomination having won a Bronze Medal in the final of the 400m hurdles at the European Championships in Berlin. This made him the first Irish man to ever win a sprint medal at the Europeans. It was his fifth monthly award and now, his third Overall Park Hotel Award.

As usual, the Banqueting Hall was full to capacity for the occasion with Monthly Winners, family and friends as well as many from across the Waterford sporting world.

Also among the guests were the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Declan Doocey; the Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council, Cllr.

John Pratt and the CEO of Waterford City and county, Michael Walsh.

The guests and sportspeople were welcomed by The Park Hotel’s Pierce Flynn, the architect of the awards almost three decades ago, who told his audience how proud and pleased they were that this significant event in Waterford Sport was still as strong as ever after twenty-eight years.

Pierce thanked all of the guests for coming, the monthly winners,

families and friends as well as the team of adjudicators who have worked so diligently over the years and wished everyone an enjoyable evening. The Adjudicators include John O’Connor, Munster Express and RTE; Kieran O’Connor, O’Connor Communications; Ger Lawton, Sports Editor, Waterford News & Star and Neil Gough, WLR-fm.

He introduced this year’s Special Guest, one of Waterford’s most famous and revered sons, John Treacy, who can count among his many accolades, two World Cross Country Titles; an Olympic Silver medal in the Marathon and the Freedom of Waterford City.

“Throughout his career and especially during his tenure as Chief Executive of Sport Ireland,” said Kieran, “John Treacy has been involved with our top international athletes, ensuring that the high level of achievement that Ireland has enjoyed over the years, is kept very much to the fore. Sports people everywhere, and parents in particular, really appreciate what he has done to encourage youth participation at all levels because sport is so important for all generations.”

After a very generous round of applause, John spoke of his own career and the principles and disciplines by which he trained for competition at the highest level.

“Like all the athletes who are here this evening,” he said, “each of those monthly nominees during the last year; all who were medal winners, who all achieved during the year, it took a huge amount of hard work to do so.

“You drive yourself and take yourself to great heights,” he said, “and you get as much out of yourself as you can in any given day. It all came together for me that day in Los Angeles. I ran myself to a standstill as everyone would remember. Charlie Spedding had to help me up to the podium because my legs had stiffened so much. I went for a training run a week after and even then I couldn’t run. It was the only time in my life when I could not run that I actually came back with a smile on my face.”

The message was clear, give everything you have on the track or on the field of play, bring nothing home but the prize.

“The Waterford achievements

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were [Sean Byrne] Lijana Kudzmaite and Danny McGrath.

are second to none,” he said, “I compliment everyone who has received an award throughout the year. I compliment the coaches who train you and the parents who drive you. Without those people in our lives, we would not be here this evening.”

After the usual hearty dinner, the main business of the evening got under way and, over the next hour, the monthly winners were introduced to the guests by Kieran O’Connor, some joining the revellers via telephone link. As MC, John O’Connor introduced each one, Kieran took them through their memories of their year, the highs, the lows and the sometimes humourous moments.

Finally, the big moment came and when Thomas was announced as winner and the extended applause at the announcement finally faded away, his Coach Bríd Golden was presented with the magnificent Crystal piece from Pierce Flynn.

Bríd is no stranger to Park Hotel audiences having been there in her own right on two occasions and having deputised for several of her Ferrybank AC protégées over the years.

Accepting the Award, Brid said that Thomas had an amazing year in 2018.

“When athletes do it again and again, the class stands out,” she said. “Thomas Barr is an amazing athlete. This is a fabulous recognition of his success. We have spent the last enjoyable hour recognising our sports stars and it brings it home to us just how wonderful our Waterford athletes are and how Waterford is really punching above its weight on the European and world stages.

Speaking from Tenerife, Thomas said that he was sorry for not being there that night. “I know there is a huge crowd there,” he said, “and I would love to have been there with you all. Looking at the line-up of athletes over the year, they are all of huge calibre. This really is a major accolade for me and wherever I am, whichever country I am competing in, I always know that I am part of a strong sporting background.”

The Ferrybank AC man received his monthly Award when he claimed bronze in the final of the 400m hurdles at the European Championships in Berlin to be-

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Conor Lannen, Geraldine Dunphy, Ann Marie Howard and Damien Geoghegan.

[Sean Byrne] with his form and he was improving.

“Thomas is an exceptional person in every way. He is an exceptional sportsperson and an exceptional student. He is just fantastic guy all round.”

And so ended the formalities.

The cream of Waterford sporting talent left for the photo calls led by

a proud Pierce Flynn who had delivered another successful end of year finale to top-off a magnificent year of Waterford sport.

Later, The Pete Rivers Band supplied the excellent music for the revellers to dance the night away and complete another very successful night of the park Hotel’s Supreme Sports award.

come the first Irish man to ever win a sprint medal at the Europeans. It was his fifth Monthly Award for the now three times overall winner of these Park Award.

Speaking to MC, Kieran O’Connor, Brid said that everyone in his Ferrybank Club was immensely proud of Thomas and his achievements.

“He is a great ambassador for athletics, for Waterford, for Irish sport. His achievements speak for themselves and he has astounded everybody by his performances. but Berlin this year where he finally got a European medal was the icing on the cake of his career so far.

“When Thomas joined the club, he came in the shadow of a large group of successful and really talented athletes who were trailing a blaze of glory across the Irish national scene as well as the UK and Europe. These included Kelly Proper, Mairead Murphy, Niamh Whelan, his sister Jessie.

As he progressed through the juvenile ranks, you could see that his talents were developing. He was a beautiful runner with great technique.

His success in Berlin was amazing. We could see it coming. Rio had been magical but there was no medal. Thomas is a championship performer. Those of us who were watching were quietly confident

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Carolyn Reynolds and Louise O'Gorman.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were [Sean Byrne] John and Margo Pratt.

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were [Sean Byrne] Liz Gough with her daughter Aisling.

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28th PARK HOTEL SPORTS AWARD

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January, 2018

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Kit O'Grady, Deirdre Hennessy and Ber Burke.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Special Guest John Treacy with Breda Wall and Carmel Buckley.

[Sean Byrne]

The Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018. Seated l to r. Joe Gough, (September Winner), Emily Mahony for Pauric and Phillip Mahony (November Winners), John Treacy, Special Guest; Fiona Flynn presenting the Supreme Sportstar Award to Brid Golden, who accepted it on behalf of the Overall Winner Thomas Barr; Pierce Flynn, owner Park Hotel; Catherine Condon for Anthony Condon, (July Joint Winner) and Kieran O'Connor, Adjudicator. Standing L to R; Ger Lawton, Adjudicator; Alan Reynolds, (March Winner); Kieran Jackson, (June Winner); Andrew Goff, (July Joint Winner); John Dawson for Robin Dawson, (May Winner); Tom Carney, (April Winner); Lee O'Connor, (October Winner); Neil Gough and John O'Connor, Adjudicators.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Tom and Carmel Keith, Declan Doocey, Waterford City & County Mayor and Damien Geoghegan.

[Sean Byrne] Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Nancy Condon, Anthony and Caroline Lynch.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were James Veale, Special Guest John Treacy, Margaret Poyner, Eilis and Joe Gough and Declan Doocey, Mayor of Waterford City & County.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Mairead Flynn and Caroline Condon.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Gavin Whelan, Donnacha Gough, Pierce and Fiona Flynn and Helena Gough.

[Sean Byrne] Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were John, Stephanie, Andrew, Emily and Fiona Goff.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Lee O'Connor, Shannon Lee Barrett, Aaron [Sean Byrne] O'Connor and Jess Crowley.

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Karen, Claire, Catherine, Sarah and Michelle Condon.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Mary and Michael Lynch.

[Sean Byrne]

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Damien, Kieran and Margo Jackson.

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GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Dungarvan CLUB MEDAL PRESENTATION NIGHT Club Medal presentation night is Friday, February 1st in clubhouse at 8 p.m.

Team presentations: Western and County 2017 Intermediate football Championship.

Western Junior 2018 Hurling Championship.

Under 14 Division 3 football Championship.

MEMBERSHIP Membership is now due for 2019 and our prices remain the same as previous years.

Working Adult €50 Non working Adult and student €30 Non playing Adult €20 Couple €30 Juvenile €20 Second juvenile €20.

Membership officer is Gerry Silke.

Membership can be paid to any committee member.

GAELIC FOR TEENS AND GAELIC FOR GIRLS Dungarvan ladies football club along with Tramore and Kilrossanty /Brickeys have been selected for the 2029 Gaelic4Teens programs for girls aged between 15-17. The programmer is run over eight weeks affording participants an opportunity to try out new and fun events. The highlight of the programmer is All Ireland Blitz Day in Dublin playing against clubs from all over Ireland.

LADIES FOOTBALL AGM The ladies football AGM takes place tonight Wednesday, 23rd January at 6:30 pm. All are welcome to attend.

Remember many hands make light work!

CAMOGIE AGM Our club AGM takes place on January 31st at 7.30 p.m. in

Sponsored by

the clubhouse. Great to see such enthusiasm and dedication from people to ensure the continued progress and continuation of the club. All new faces as well as the old reliables will be made more than welcome.

INTERCOUNTY CAMOGIE Well done to the Waterford Senior Camogie team who had a fine win over Wexford on Sunday last. Super to see club players Kaeisha Tobin, Orla Hickey and Sarah Lacey playing their part in a great win. Sarah Lacey was a league debutante on the day and found the range on two occasions with two fine points. Well done girls.

CLUB NEWS Keep up to date on all club activities through twitter, Facebook and the club website. Anyone wanting anything included in the weekly notes can email same to meehan.claire@yahoo.ie LADIES COUNTY FOOTBALL Two busy men for the new year will be Ciaran Curran and Bobby Lyons who have taken on roles with the Waterford ladies. Ciaran is the new Senior football manager and Bobby will be coaching the minor team. We wish both of them every success on the playing fields for 2019.

CLUB LOTTO Many thanks to all supporters and promoters of our weekly lotto. Lotto tickets are available at Hallahan Chemist, Paddy Foley’s Bar, Johnny Lynch Greengrocer, John Walsh Spar, Quealy’s Bar. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Lotto can also be purchased online.

DUNGARVAN GAA LOTTO Lotto results 21/09/19. Numbers drawn: 2, 12, 13, 17. No winner. Next week’s jackpot € 3,100. One winner match three €100 Mary McGee c/o Bingo.

Brickey Rangers U-11 Town & County Div 1 Football Winners.

Lismore Camogie Club CHURCH GATE COLLECTION The annual church gate collection was held last weekend in Lismore on Saturday and Lismore and Ballysaggart on Sunday. Thanks to all who contributed over the weekend. Your continued support is much appreciated.

INDOOR TRAINING Indoor training continues for our younger members.

Times are as follows:

3rd and 4th class: every Wednesday from 5-6 p.m.

Junior and Senior Infants: every Thursday from 5-6 p.m.

Training takes place in the community centre and new players are always welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Beth Carton of De La Salle Camogie Club who received the overall winner of the Granville Hotel award.

Brickey Rangers U-13 Div 2 County Hurling Champions.

St. Pat’s Juveniles COUNTY LADIES' TEAMS The club is very well represented on the various county panels in 2019. Aoife Walsh is on the u-14 county panel. Eve Power on the u-16 panel. Kate Hickey and Aoife Dee are on the Minor panel. Kelley Moroney continues to represent us in the Senior squad.

Well done also to Emma Hickey, who is on the county u16 camogie squad. Gillian Whelan is with the Waterford Minor camogie squad who are gearing up for the upcoming AllIreland Championship, they are working extremely hard at the moment under the stewardship of Kevin Barry from Clonea.

Dede Fahey and Aoife Landers are both again on the Senior camogie squad. We wish the girls the very best of luck and all in the club are very proud of them.

SPLIT THE POT The first Split the Pot monthly draw of 2019 in aid of St. Pat’s Juvenile GAAand Ladies football club will take place on Sunday, 27th January in Queally’s Bar, Bohadoon at 9 p.m.

Tickets available from Coordinators James Dalton, Clare Cullinan, Mentors and Committee members. Tickets are also available from Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station.

Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

PROGRESSIVE 45 Cards are on each Thursday night at 8.00 p.m. in Coolnasmear Hall.

FACEBOOK Follow St. Pat's on Facebook for all the latest club news: www.facebook.com/saintpatsgaa

CLG an tSean Phobail AGM The time has come again to dust ourselves off and face the coming season. And our AGM recently started the process with us setting our stall for the coming season.

A change of guard at the top table saw Michael Hogan taking Cathaoirleach from John Murphy who completed a very successful term of office.

To add a bit of youth and vigour Cormac Nugent took the vice chair with a view to the future, and we are delighted to welcome Brian Barry to the Runaí role succeeding Luke who did a great job for the past few years. Francis Nugent continues to balance the books in the Cisteoir role and Ann Hogan steps in as PRO. To complete the line up we have Sean Uada as coaching officer, Olivia Whelan as Childrens Officer, John Murphy as FAS co-ordinator, Michéal Toibín – delegate to Western/County board, Patrick Conway – player rep. Also on board we have Ray Terry, Alan Leahy, Luke O’Brien and Martin Whelan.

A big thanks to all who stepped up to the plate and we look forward to a good year on and off the field.

COMHBHRÓN Guímid ar na anamacha agus ar son na muintreacha Eibhlís Bean de Paor agus a chara Sile Breathnach a fuar bás le deanaí. Sincere sympathy to their families on the deaths of two lovely ladies.

TRANSFERS The transfer window left us some good news, and some not so good news. Welcome to the junior playing ranks to Kristan Delaney, and to Michael Flynn who have come of age.

Farewell to Aidan Fitzgerald and Liam and Conor Reilly who have joined our sister club An Rinn.

While we are very disappointed to see them go we wish them well and the door is always open should they wish to return in the future.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Andy and Michelle on the birth of a young son.

LOTTO RESULTS Over the past few weeks we have kept our Lotto Jackpot intact but consolation prizes have been won as follows: WK 30/12/2018: Numbers 5, 15, 20, 25. €15 each to John Murphy, Nioclás Graves, Ann Whelan, Tony Mansfield and Hannah Whelan.

Wk 06/01/2019 Numbers: 8, 12, 45, 19. €15 each to Ryan & Ann O’Donnell, Liam Kelly, Eileen Power, Michael & Bronach, Seamie O’Neill.

WK 13/01/2019 Numbers: 3, 4, 15, 25. €15 each to Martin Curran, Eileen Nugent, Francis Nugent, Walter Nugent, Ryan & Ann O’Donnell.

Next week’s Jackpot €6,850.

Brickey Rangers U-14 Div 3 County Hurling Champions.

Brickey Rangers U-15 Div 2 County Football Champions.

Brickey Rangers LOTTO Last week's lotto was held in The Local. Numbers drawn were 1. 2. 13. 25. There was no jackpot winner. €25 to each of the following Margaret Power, Kevin Whelan, Olivia McCaffery, and Mary Barry. Next week’s draw will take place in The Enterprise Bar where the jackpot will be €1,800. Tickets €2 each and can be bought from any committee member.

2019 NATIONAL CLUB DRAW Tickets are now available for above draw from Treasurer Mary McGrath or any committee member.

Tickets are €10 each and 100% of the income from tickets sold by our club stays in the club, so please support by purchasing a ticket.

There are 20 prizes in total with first prize being a Renault Clio, other prizes include All Ireland tickets, travel vouchers, and various other prizes.

KEEP FIT CLASS Lorna's exercise class continues each Monday night at 7.30 p.m. in Bushy Park.

WALKING The walking group will meet on Wednesday at 7.00 p.m. from the Parish Church, all are welcome to come along.

COMMITTEE MEETING Committee meeting on Thursday, 24th January at 7.30 p.m. in Bushy Park. All committee are asked to attend.

JUVENILLE NOTES We held our Medal Presentation last Wednesday evening.

It was great to have Mr. Padraig Fanning present the medals to all our players on the night. Congratulations to everyone: U-11 Town & County Div 1 Football Winners.

U-13 Div 2 County Hurling Champions.

U-14 Div 3 County Hurling Champions.

U-15 Div 2 County Football Champions.

Thanks to all who helped out on the night. To Aidan McCarthy (Chairperson), Siobhán Gardner (Secretary), Valerie O'Donnell (Photographer) and all parents who were busy with the refreshments. As usual it was a lovely social event bringing young and old together!

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

CLG na Rinne LOTTO Mar chomórtha ómóis do Shíle Breathnach ní raibh aon tharraingt déanta ar Luan na seachtaine seo caite Bhí tarraingt Dé Céadaoin, in ionad i dTigh An Cheoil. Torthaí lotto: 16/01/2019. Uimhreacha: 4, 15, 18, 30. Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den bpota óir ach do bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25: Liam Walsh, Matt Malony agus Tommy Grace.

I lotto na seachtaine seo, bhí tarraingt i dTigh Uí Mhuirithe ar an Luan. Torthaí lotto: 2, 11, 12, 28. Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir den bpota óir ach do bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25: Caroline King, Páid Ó Cuirrín, Mary Uí Arta. Comhgháirdeas leo uilig. Beidh tarraingt na seachtaine seo chugainn i dTigh Uí Mhaonaigh.

FEISTIS LE CEANNACH Tá Léinte €35, Geansaithe €40 agus Hoodies €40 le fáil ó Chatherine anois. Cur glaoch uirthi ar 087 137 5518. Níl mórán fágtha so brostaigí oraibh!!

TARRAINGT DON CHRAOBH SINSEAR PEILE Beidh an fhoireann shinsear ag tosnú sa Chraobh Peile ar an 14ú Aibreán v Gaill Tír, ansin ar an 21ú Aibreán v Baile na Cúirte agus ansin ar an 7ú Iúil v Ródaithe na Brice. Beidh níos mó eolais faoi na gráid eile go luath.

TEAGMHÁIL Más mian leat aon eachtra a liú le nótaí na seachtaine seo chugainn nó má tá aon cheisteanna breise is féidir ríomhphost a sheoladh dtí ocpnarinne@gmail.com

Ballyduff Upper AGM Thanks to all who attended our AGM on Friday night. A very successful meeting was held, with the following officers elected: Chairman: John Barry Vice Chairman: Mike Leamy Secretary: Olive Feeney Assistant Secretary: Colin Keane Treasurer: Pat Flynn Assistant Treasurer: Bill McNamara P.R.O: Shane Hannon Our chairman of the last three years, Séamus Condon stepped down from his position at the meeting. Séamus has given his all to the club over the past three years, and indeed prior to this, which was reflected in the tributes that were paid to him at the meeting. We thank Séamus for all his work over

the past years and wish him all the best for the future. No doubt he will continue to be an integral part of our club going forward.

NATIONAL CLUB DRAW Tickets are now available for the National Club Draw from club officers, players and members at a price of €10 per ticket.

All proceeds from ticket sales go directly to our club and there are some fantastic prizes on offer in the draw.

CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 am – 1 pm on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before and after Sunday mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín.

CLUB SHOP Our O’Neills club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €4,800. On Sunday night Jack O'Hare was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 12 which when turned was not the joker but he did win €50. Stags and Gerry and Olivere Maher won €25 each.

COUNTY BOARD AWARDS NIGHT On Friday night last the Annual County Board Awards Night took place in Lawlors Hotel where the club were well represented. Moll Shields was be honoured for her service to Scór for many years and Daithi Breathnach was be presented with his award as under 18 footballer of the Year. Also on the night Michael Kiely was named as the Waterford Underage hurler of the Year. This was a fantastic honour for Michael and his family and indeed all our club.

MEMBERSHIP With the playing season commencing very shortly we ask all players to get their membership paid quickly. Also non playing members can pay their membership in the coming weeks.

Membership can be paid to Kevin Tobin.

CLUB BINGO Our club bingo continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night where the jackpot is €700.

SYMPATHY On behalf of all in the club we would like to send our sympathies to the family and friends of the late Michael Wright who was tragically killed over the weekend. Michael was a hugely popular figure not alone in Dungarvan but throughout all of West Waterford. Michael's nephews played for our Club and indeed continue to do so. Once again we send our sympathies to Michael's family and his large circle of friends.

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €10,500 held in Micilin's Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night (20/1/19). Numbers drawn were 2, 13, 14, 21. €30 won by the following people Jackson Kiely, Ballingowan; P. J. Houlihan, Kilrossanty. Seller’s prize of €30 won by Sean Lennon, Leamybrien. Next to be held in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night (27/1/19) for a Jackpot of €10,600. On duty on the night Sean Lennon and Robbie Whelan.

CLOTTO CHANGE It was decided at the AGM to change the Clotto to a Monday night starting from Monday, 4th February at 9 p.m.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2019 We have been paired with Portlaw Stradbally and Kilmacthomas in Group B. Our first game is against Portlaw followed by Stradbally and Kilmacthomas the first two games have been provisionally fixed for April. Dates times and venues to be confirmed.

ASTROTURF PITCH BOOKINGS Kilrossanty GAA are now taking bookings for our recently developed artificial playing pitch. If you would like to book a time slot please contact Kevin on 087 6021964.

MONSTER BINGO Our next Monster Bingo will take place will take place this coming Friday evening, 25th January, 2019 at 8:30 p.m. sharp.

The money raised will go towards Kilrossanty and Fews Parish Funds. Prizemoney €1,200. Prizemoney €2,100 cash prizes for raffle. Please come along and show your support.

MINOR HURLING MEDAL PRESENTATION Our minor hurlers will be presented with their Division 3 medals this coming Saturday evening, 26th January in Micilin's Bar, Kilrossanty. Starting with a viewing of the match DVD at 8 p.m. followed by the medal presentation at 9:30 p.m.

WATERFORD GAA AWARDS SPONSORED BY THE LOCAL BAR Congratulations to Tommy Prendergast on being named Adult Footballer of for 2018. A fantastic achievement and well deserved award. Tommy played outstanding for both club and County and throughout the championship and played a vital role in qualifying for the county final.

KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILE NOTES Membership: The membership fees for the coming year are as follows. Family €50. Player €15. All players must register and pay the appropriate fee before they are allowed play for the club.

To facilitate those who have not yet registered, club officials will be in attendance at the clubhouse on Thursday night of next week January 31st from 7.30 p.m. onwards. Players who have already paid their membership fee either individually or as part of a family membership must fill in an application form for the current year and this they may do on that night also.

The requirement to complete a written application form is a directive from Croke Park and must be adhered to.

Vetting: Mentors/Coaches/Selectors are reminded that, under the National Vetting Bureau (Children and Vulnerable Persons) Acts 2012 to 2016, they are required to make an eVetting application prior to taking up any duties within the juvenile club for the current year. The Code of Behaviour (Underage) and application form can be accessed at https://vetting.garda.ie/Application/Invitation.

Bingo: The next night out at the bingo will be Friday, January 25th. in Crotty's with the usual 8.30 start. The jackpot will be €2,100 on 49 calls in addition to the usual cash prizes amounting to €1,200. Proceeds from the night will go towards the running costs of the juvenile club. Come along and have an enjoyable social evening, and be in with a chance to make some money and collect some prizes.

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Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ANNUAL SOCIAL Best of luck to all our club members attending the adult Club Celebratory Social this Saturday night in the Park Hotel. A great night is guaranteed for all who are attending and we hope everyone has a blast!

U-8 TRAINING CONTINUES Our U-8 hurlers are training each Wednesday evening in Youghal GAA Club at 7.00 p.m. This training will continue until the end of March/start of April.

This is a great opportunity for our young players to burn off some energy, practice their skills and have fun! All are welcome as the lads and lassies prepare for the indoor hurling and football blitzes which takes place each Saturday in February in Ballinameela Community Centre.

UPCOMING BLITZES AND COMPETITIONS In the coming weeks and months we will have lots of blitzes and competitions to look forward to. We have indoor blitzes for our U-7's and U-8's in February, our U-10's are playing football in March and following this our U-9's are in action. There will also be blitzes in Carriganore and Gold Coast for some of our teams also. So plenty to look forward to!

COACHES AND VOLUNTEERS WELCOME! At this time of year we are always on the lookout for new people to get involved in the juvenile club. Anyone who is looking to help out in any way is asked to contact Barry Dunne on 087-6953648.

All we ask is for a hour or two a week to help in any capacity and all help is much appreciated.

VICTORY SOCIAL - Saturday, January 26th All roads lead to the Park Hotel on Saturday next. Join us as we celebrate with our team who recorded a historic first ever victory in the Western Intermediate Hurling Final. Our guest speaker on the night is former Waterford Senior Hurling manager, Derek McGrath.

Enjoy excellent food and dance the night away to the exceptionally talented band "The Buachaills" which will be followed by a disco. It will be a wonderful night of celebration.

As a large attendance is expected and there is a busy schedule to complete patrons will be seated at 8.00 p.m.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY GYM The Clashmore Kinsalebeg G.A.A. club is delighted to announce the reopening of our newly refurbished, fully kitted gym to all its players, trainers and the local community. Set up last year, this gym offers all the latest equipment coupled with exercise classes to support all fitness levels.

The gym runs circuit classes, information sessions, training in the use of gym equipment and are always on hand to support members. This gym will help improve the fitness, health and training of the entire community.

Membership is a mere €60 per year which is excellent value. For further information or to arrange a look around simply call Jazz on 086 1904593.

Some of the equipment in our gym.

Have fun as you get fit in the gym!

Affane Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO Monday, 21st January Club Lotto Monday, 21st January Jackpot €12,400.

Numbers drawn 8-15-19-22. No winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners are: Cappoquin Camogie Club; Mary McGrath, Melleray; Mary Murray, Barrack St.; Edel Hourigan, River Glen and Jim Barry, Castle St. CLUB GEAR Our O’Neil’s online club shop has a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children sizes available.

GAA SEASON TICKET 2019 The very popular Waterford GAA Club Only Season Ticket is now available in both Intersport Elverys Waterford and Dungarvan, David Walsh’s Dungarvan and Walsh Park! This Season Ticket includes All Club games from Minor-Senior and Co. Finals! Alternatively you can purchase the club and county one directly from Croke Park see link for more details on this option. This is the best value option! http://waterfordgaa.ie/taggedNews/10045570/2119/2019_n ational_season_tickets

THREE TO ANSWER 1. Name Dublin’s first All star award winner?

2. Who were the first Waterford school to win the Dr. Harty Cup? 3. Who were the first county to win an All Ireland senior title with sponsored logo on their jersey?

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Tipperary won the first two All Ireland ladies senior football titles.

2, Mickey Kearns was Sligo’s first All Star.

3, Thomond College were the first team from Limerick to win an All Ireland senior club title.

SYMPATHY The Affane/Cappoquin GAA Club send their sympathies to Peg, Bridget and James, and extended family and friends on the untimely passing of Jim Murray last Monday.

Jim was a great supporter of the club and will be truly missed. May he rest in peace.

Modeligo CAMOGIE MEDAL PRESENTATION Our Minor Camogie squad will be presented with their County medals on Saturday, January 26th at 7.15 p.m. in Deckies.

This event will also see Na Déise Ladies U-13 andU-15 Footballers also receive their medals on the night.

It would be nice to see a good crowd in attendance to show your appreciation for these girls efforts in both codes throughout the past year. So please come along to what will be another enjoyable event.

CAMOGIE REGISTRATION There will be an opportunity to pay fees and complete the registration process for our Camogie players on Friday, January 25th in the Community Centre from 6 p.m. to 7.30 p.m.

Parents and players are asked to please come along on the night to ensure that all girls are signed up for the year ahead.

NATIONAL GAA DRAW FOR CLUBS All players and committee members now have tickets for sale for the Annual National GAA Draw for Clubs, which once again has a top prize of a brand new Renault Clio.

There are some fabulous other prizes also, which include Prize Package weekends including an overnight stay in Dublin for the Football & Hurling All-Ireland finals.

Tickets are on sale for €10, with every single cent of our amount sold coming directly back into our club.

Please support this great fundraising initiative, & be in with a chance of winning.

NA DÉISE LADIES FOOTBALL AGM The AGM of Na Déise Ladies Gaelic Football Club will be held on Friday night next, January 25th at 8 p.m. in Modeligo Community Centre. All are welcome to attend.

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ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Michael Roche Carpets Race Series - 17th Annual Kilmacthomas 4 THE penultimate race in the Michael Roche carpets series will be on Sunday, February 24th at 11 a.m., the 17th Annual Kilmacthomas 4. Entries will be taken at the Community Hall Kilmacthomas at the top of the town with the entry fee being €8. Shower facilities will also be available in this hall after the event for both men and women. Very attractive prize funds will be on offer for the top competitors and plenty of spots for down the field finishers also. Sandwiches and refreshments will be available to all after the event.

37th Annual Deise College Dungarvan 10k THE final race in the Michael Roche carpets series, the Déise College Dungarvan 10K will take place on Sunday, March 10th at 11 a.m. Now in it’s 37th year and one of the oldest races on the local road running calendar the Déise College Dungarvan 10k is always one of the more popular races. The club is delighted that Déise College and its proprietors Caroline and Alan Ryan are continuing their sponsorship for this race.

The race will also see a number of perpetual trophies being presented. We have the Seamus Power Memorial Trophy to the first male finisher and the Mikey Roche Memorial Trophy for the first local female finisher. We will be using the fast canal circuit as we have used now for the past couple of years for this race with the race headquarters at the Dungarvann GAA Club Pavilion which is where the presentation of prizes for the race and for the overall series will also take place. The race will start and finish in the same place as always at the Industrial Estate just off the N25, with just a short jog to and from the Dungarvan GAA club grounds for the runners.

Running Quote IF I lost running, I lost who I was.

Swimmers from KCK who performed at the Community Games County Finals in Waterford recently.

KCK Community Games SWIMMERS from KCK performed brilliantly at the Community Games County finals held in Waterford Crystal Leisure Centre recently. In all 26 medals were brought home by some very happy swimmers.

First into the 25m pool was Loughlan McGrath, racing this distance in the under 8 freestyle for the first time, bringing home a well deserved silver medal.

Aimee Ryan was next in the under 10, 25m backstroke taking bronze medal. Holly Hayes also took a bronze medal home in the under 12, 50 m free style as did Eoin Keane.

Our first Gold medal of the night was secured y Colm McGrath in the under 12 50m backstroke.

Lucy McCabe followed that up with a bronze medal in the under 12 breaststroke and Eoghan White

went one better with a silver medal in a close race in the under 12 50m breaststroke despite losing his goggles early in the race.

Murieann Hickey and Stephen Dunford gave gutsy performances in the under 14 freestyle and just missed out on the medals.

Our next gold medal was in the boys under 14 50m backstroke with a superb performance by PJ McGrath. He was followed home

by Fionnan Drohan securing silver.

Ben McCabe was up next and took home the bronze medal in the under 14 50 Breaststroke. Sean Dunford and Eanna Drohan took to the pool for the under 16 boys freestyle in very competitive race.

Eanna took bronze.

The final individual race of the night was the under 16 Boys butterfly. The closest race of the night

with some exciting swimming saw John David White take home the Gold in a personal best time.

Inspired by that performance our under 13 Boys relay team of Eoghan White, Fionnan Drohan, PJ McGrath and Ben McCabe went on to take Gold.

Our under 16 boy’s medley relay consisting of John David White, Sean Dunford, Eanna Drohan and Stephen Dunford took the silver medal.

Swimming for the girls under 13 relay were Aimee Ryan, Holly Hayes, Emily Foran and Muireann Hickey. They got a bronze medal for their efforts.

The seven gold medal winners go on to represent Waterford in the National finals in UL in May. Well done to all our swimmers and best of luck in the National Finals.

Greenway tribute to late Tom Connors THE countdown continues for the Greenway tribute to the late Tom Connors due to take place on Saturday, February 9th beginning at McGrath’s Cross and ending at the Coach House, Kilmacthomas.

Proceedings begin after Tom’s first Anniversary Mass in Faha Church at 11.00 a.m.

Recently a pensioner who

wishes to remain anonymous had a trial walk which took an hour to get as far as the Railway Station in Kilmacthomas and it was a chastening experience! It is advisable that the older brigade of Bally AC might begin their walk at the Railway Station which should see them reach the Coach House in

twenty minutes or less and leaving the longer distance to the younger brigade!

The organisers are still anxious to have some idea of numbers to facilitate the catering arrangements so please get in touch with Róisín Foley, Fr. Michael Enright, Gerry Rundle or any member of Bally A.C.

All to play for, yet, who will it be?

ONCE again we were blessed with a brilliant night weather wise for last week’s league with 175 completing the long course.

It’s noticeable this year that the numbers still running the league with 10 rounds completed are way up on previous years and that’s encouraging to see. Our thanks once again to Karen Ryan and her team of stewards who have been looking after our welfare out on the roads for the past ten weeks, as we say without them we couldn’t have the league at all, so many thanks from all runners.

Well done to our first runner home last week Pat Morrissey who completed the course in 47.21. He was followed by Michael Gee 41.04 with Alan Hogan 3rd man home in 31.32.

The ladies were lead home by Sinead Ní Fhaoláin with a time of 41.20. Next was Sinead Moore in 43.57 and third lady back to the Sports Centre was Tricia Cullinane 46.03.

Fastest runner on the night was Michael Ahern 29.47, he was just one second faster than John O’Rourke’s posting of 29.48. These were the only two to break the 30 minute barrier on the night.

Looking at the league table there’s plenty of movement here, uniquely we have a father and son in the top three placing’s in Joe O’Rourke on 1789 points and Jordan, his son on 1680 in 3rd place, but in between in 2nd place is Brendan Cosgrave 1735 points.

Will our winner of the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League come from one of these three or could someone else come from the pack take it at the death? Molly Fitzgerald, Nicky McKenna, Mark Lenihan, Debra Doherty, Lorena Mooney, Jim Barry and others all still in with a shout, it’s all to play for as they say.

With three nights remaining in this week we can just say best of luck to all and also of course to these battling for division honours.

1 Joe O’Rourke 1789 2 Brendan Cosgrave 1735 3 Jordan O’Rourke 1680 4 Jim Barry 1651 5 Debra Doherty 1640 6 Molly Fitzgerald 1629 7 Nicky McKenna 1615 8 Lorena Mooney 1591 9 Mark Lenihan 1583 10 Tasha Lanigan 1583 TIGHT AT THE TOP ON SHORT COURSE LEAGUE It was cool, breezy but dry as the runners gathered at Dungarvan Sports Centre for week 10 of the Forde’s Daybreak Winter League before heading out on the 2.4 mile run.

This was our third night back of 2019 and it was great to see some new faces still joining up - remember it's never too late to start. There are now only three more nights left before the conclusion of this year's league.

There was a great number out again last Wednesday when 70 runners took up the challenge, on what was our tenth night of the Winter league for 2018/’19. This section of the league specifically has first timers and beginners in

mind and is a manageable distance for most as it covers 2.4 miles in total. After registering make sure to check your start time on the sheets posted on the wall.

First home on the night was Mairead Barron in 21.04 (a 42 second improvement on last week's run). Next was Conor Reilly in 17.35 followed by Catriona Foley in 24.44. In 4th and 5th were Elaine Curran and Natasha Dee in 22.47 and 23.25 respectively.

Good times on the night were recorded by many including Pat O'Connell (24.42), Conor Phelan (16.09) and Sean Breathnach (22.12). Kealan Hayes (28.28), Gayle Burke (22.54), Claire Moffat (19.50) and Mary Power all had good improvements when knocking off between 15 and 30 seconds.

Fastest time on the night was recorded by Ciaran Frisby in 13.59 followed by Gavin Whelan in 14.24.

Fastest lady was Lisa McGrath in 17.23. Well done to all who took part, and remember newcomers are always welcome.

Next Wednesday night, 23rd January, we will be taking registrations for the league in the Dungarvan Boxing Club (building is located directly behind the Sports Centre). We will also be having a Mass start (everyone starting together) at 6.50 p.m., so make sure to be along in good time to register.

Registration will take place from 6.30 p.m. onwards.

Also remember that there is a long sleeve t-shirt for anyone completing 9 of the 13 nights of the league. Also if you haven't been taking part up to now, maybe you could try and make it your new year's resolution to give it a try. The overall league table continues to be very closely contested with just 13 points between 1st and 4th are starting to take shape and will be closely contested over the coming weeks.

At the top, the leader is Theresa Curran on 874 with Christopher Phelan 2nd on 864. Last week's leader, Michael Coakley drops to third on 863 with Patrick Ryan 4th on 861.

The top 10 is as follows: 1 Theresa Curran 874 2 Christopher Phelan 864 3 Michael Coakley 863 4 Patrick Ryan 861 5 Clare Moffat 853 6 Elaine Curran 821 7 Margaret Whelan 793 8 Aishling Hourigan 777 9 James Fennell 760 10 Eamon Phelan 757 Division 2 Leader Ciaran Frisby 751 Division 3 Leader Eimear Casey 681 Division 4 Leader Helen Beresford 640 Division 5 Leader Conor Donovan 590 Division 6 Leader Kevin Murphy 520 Division 7 Leader Mary Hogan 442 TEAM COMPETITION AT FORDE’S DAYBREAK WINTER LEAGUE As part of the Forde’s Daybreak winter league, we also have a team competition. Teams are made up of

three members with the best two scorers on each night counting to the score.

This competition has been up and running with the past four weeks. On the long route, their leaders are still "Not Fast, Just Furious" (Joe Grant, Mark Shalloe and Kelly Shalloe) on 428 points.

In second are "Father, Son and Holy Spirit" (Joe O'Rourke, Jordan O'Rourke and Mark Lenihan) on 561. In third are "Buachailli Broga" (Uinsean O'Tuathaigh, Micheal O'Duiginn and Padraig O'Muirosa) on 594 with "Pavement Princesses (Geraldine Barry, Onra Power and Michelle Finnegan) fourth on 695.

On the short routes, the leaders are still "Curran and Co" (Theresa Curran, Elaine Curran and Nicola McCarthy) on 190 points. In second place are "West Cork Crew" (Michael Coakley, Conor O'Neill and Lisa O'Neill) on 282.

25th FORDE’S DAYBREAK ANNIVERSARY T-SHIRT A special anniversary T-Shirt (which is very nice) will be awarded to all Forde’s Daybreak winter league runners celebrating the 25th year of the countries original and longest running winter league.

All participants have to do is to run nine nights of the 13 in this year’s league. T-Shirts will be awarded at our Winter league presentation night in Minnies Bar on Friday night February 8th.

TOP OIL - ASSOCIATE WINTER LEAGUE SPONSORS For the 2018/’19 Forde's Daybreak Winter League we have been fortunate enough to have received associate sponsorship from our friends in Top Oil, our own Kevin Casey and James O’Sullivan have come on board to generously sponsor two €20 vouchers, one for the short route and one for the long route each week.

We decided the best way to allocate the vouchers was to pick the 50th finisher in each route every week and to date we have six winners and they are: Week 1 winners were short route Nicola McCarthy. Long route Cathal Dwane.

Week 2 winners were short route Jackie Tobin. Long route Linda Foley.

Week 3 winners were short route Oisín Downey. Long Route Éanna de Faoite.

Week 4 winners were short route Áine O'Brien. Long route Phillipa Keating.

Week 5 winners were short route David Towey. Long route Lee Martin.

Week 6 winners were short route Sheilanne O'Donoghue.

Long route Patrick Carey.

Week 7 winners were short route John Power. Long route Eoin Walsh.

Week 8 winners were short route Marie Ahearne. Long route Eileen Heffernan.

Week 9 winners were short route Aisling Hourigan. Long route Sinead Moore.

Week 10 winners were short route Tim O'Keeffe. Long Route Billy Ryan

ATHLETICS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

David Kiely presents the Colligan shield to the ladies overall winner Nicola Cunniffe at the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan cup

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David Kiely sponsor presents the winner Martin Hayes with the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup.

27th Annual Michael Roche Carpet Series - Race 4

Martin Hayes wins 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup

Prize winners at the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup were Martin Tobin, Paul O'Gorman Martin Hayes, overall winner; David Kiely, sponsor and Timmy Curran.

Alan Hogan winner of the Victor Mullins cup for the athlete nearest the winning time who has never ran the race before at the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan cup making presentation is Victor Mullins.

Pictured are the Barry family, Mahon Bridge, with Natalie holding the McGrath Newsagents Colligan Shield for Juveniles after her big win last Sunday in Colligan. Included are parents Niall and Aisling along with their two other children Michael and Kate.

Ladies prize winners at the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup l-r: David Kiely, sponsor; Nicola Cunniffe, overall shield winner; Molly Fitzgerald, Angela Moore and Katie Bullen.

THE weather man gave us a bad weather report for Sunday’s Colligan Cup but thankfully the early morning rain cleared just in time for the first race of the day the McGrath’s Newsagents Colligan Shield of juveniles. Full report on this great event can be seen in this week juvenile club notes.

So it was from this to the 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup, the race where all participants have exactly the same chance of winning as the next runner.

The countdown clock was started at 60 minutes by Ray Burke and Victor Mullins our timing scrutinisers at the stroke of 12 noon. It was then up to the runners themselves to start when they wanted with the aim being to be the first person to finish when the clock hits 0. At the end of the three and a half laps covering a total distance of 5 miles the runners were well and truly grouped together with a huge group heading down the wood for the final time on the last lap.

As the field of runners got closer and closer to the finishing line it was a toss-up as to who would be deemed the winner for the 31st time, and after the clock struck 00 it was a male this year, an army corporal with 37 years' service in the defence and based in the Kilworth camp, Martin Hayes is the name next to go on the famed Colligan Cup and stone plague situated in the woods right alongside the finish line.

Martin, a very popular local runner when asked by a fellow finisher on the day ‘what prize did you get’?

He answered ‘I don’t know or care, it’s getting my name on that cup is what matters’, and so he succeeded in his long time ambition for more of us we have to wait at least another year. Well done Martin.

Well done also to our other prize winners who were ever so close on the day, Alan Hogan was next just 4 seconds out as himself and our winner Martin ran the whole race together, Alan was running the event for the first time so he received the Victor Mullins Cup. Paul O'Gorman was so unlucky also, he was just 18 seconds off his target time.

Martin Tobin, another who could easily have snatched on his birthday as he was only 24 seconds out

it was next and Michael Deegan was only 30 seconds out and Timmy Curran was also running the race for the first time and he could well have taken the overall also as he was only 37 seconds off and imagine if Kate Veale was a second slower a walker could have won the event, now that would have been a first for sure.

Caroline Russell was also very close as she was also only one seconds off the win, indeed the three finishers were all ladies who were only seconds out, so it's well done to all and very well done to Martin. Here's to the 32nd year next year PG. FIRST FIVE MENS Martin Hayes (First Man and overall winner) Alan Hogan (Victor Mullins cup) Paul O'Gorman Martin Tobin Michael Deegan Timmy Curran NICOLA CUNNFFE CLAIMS COLLIGAN SHIELD Huge congratulations to our ladies shield winner last Sunday Nicola Cunniffe who won the Kiely Monumental Colligan shield for ladies when she was just seven seconds off her predicted time.

Nicola who is a regular supporter of all our events could well have pulled off the overall cup win as she finished third overall and was one of only 16 runners on the right side of the clock on the day, congratulations to Nicola.

Our second lady home was Molly Fitzgerald who was only 9 seconds off the overall win.

Katie Bullen was our next lady across the line and she was only 11 seconds off the win as she finished fifth overall.

Sinead Moore was next, 30 seconds and Angela Moore was fifth lady home on the right side of the clock 36 seconds off her target time.

It must have been a better day for running than most thought as the stats show us that a whopping 95 runners were too fast of their predicated time and only sixteen were on the right side of the clock.

Well done to all our ladies winners and those who came along to take part also.

FIRST FIVE WOMEN LADIES 1.Nicola Cunniffe 2. Molly Fitzgerald 3. Kate Bullen 4. Sinead Moore 5. Angela Tobin VICTOR MULLINS CUP GOES TO ALAN HOGAN Victor Mullins was the creator of this style of time handicap race as it was he who came up with the handicap timing system which has been used now for the past 31 years in this event. Each year Victor presents the Victor Mullins Cup and a prize to the first person on the right side of the clock that has never ran the Colligan Cup before.

This year’s winner was Alan Hogan who could have also won the overall also as he was next runner home after our winner. Our thanks go to Victor for his help and sponsorship of this element of the race and for his ongoing involvement with this race each year.

MANY THANKS Our thanks to all who helped in any way to make last Sunday’s 31st Annual Kiely Monumental Colligan Cup. Firstly, a huge thank you to our loyal sponsors of 31 years David and Margaret Kiely of Kiely Monumental works. Many thanks to David who once again was available to present the winners with the famed Colligan Cup and shield on the day.

Our thanks also to Victor Mullins for all his practical help on the day and he also was on hand to present his cup the Victor Mullins trophy winner to this year's winner. To the numerous people who looked after the entries and results especially Brid, Ray, Shirly, Tom and Ann and thanks to Ray and Victor for looking after the timing and Gerry and Bríd who sorted this year's results.

Thanks to Ann Dunford for looking after the prizes for the race and her efforts with securing the use of Colligan Wood for the event.

Thanks to John McGrath on the finish line and all who helped with the stewarding. Thanks to Jamie Mills for all his help also.

Many thanks to Coillte for the use of Colligan, without their help we couldn’t have staged the event at all. Here's to next year and the 32nd year of the event in 2010.

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GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

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

www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS Competition 3 man scramble 7th to 20th January - 1st Paul Kenneally, Dermot O’Leary, Donal O’Leary 47 pts; 2nd Paul Kenneally, Dermot O’Leary, Donal O’Leary 44 pts B6.

Competition 2 man scramble 7th to 20th January - 1st Alf Bardon, Craig Scotton 41 pts; 2nd Barry Conron, Tom O’Donovan 39 pts.

CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN SCRAMBLE 1st Ed Aherne, Dom Spillane, Michelle Hanrahan 28 pts; 2nd Peter Whelan, Dave Lonergan, Laoise Ni Chonchubhair 26 pts B3; 3rd Paddy McMahon, Frankie Corcoran, Mary Ellen Aherne 26 pts.

FIXTURES Competition: 12 hole s/ford Sponsored by club member Date: Monday, 21st Jan. – Sunday, 28th Format: 12 holes Singles S/Ford NOTES A huge crowd turned out for the Captain’s Drive-in last Sunday.

Biggest crowd for many years. The sun was shining as Lady Captain Chrissie, Mens Captain Cal and President Seamus teed off to a very loud cheer from the gallery.

The drive in was followed by a nine-hole scramble with soup and sandwiches in the club house after the golf.

RULES NIGHT The club will be holding a rules

Lismore Golf Club Captains’ Drive-In. Left to Right: Cal Aherne (Captain), Seamus Beecher (President), Chrissie Denn (Lady Captain). night on Friday, 1st February at 7.30 p.m. for both ladies and gents.

Two representatives from the GUI will give a run down on the rule changes that came into effect on January 1st last. A lot of effort has gone into organising this night so please make the effort to come

along on the night.

ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION Thank you to everybody who have paid their sub and to those of you who have yet to pay, please do so asap.

SPRING LEAGUE: Mens Spring League starts on Monday,

28th January. Draw Sheet is now on the Notice Board.

LADIED FIXTURES Spring League Draw Sheet is now up on the Notice Board and is filling up fast, so please make sure your name is included for draw to take place on Wednesday,

February 6th.

FIXTURES 9 Hole on-going till end of January.

Spring League starts on Sunday, February 10th and ongoing 9 Hole S/ford for month of February.

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707.

Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: Office@dungarvangolfclub.com

A GREAT weekend to be Irish as Munster & Leinster kicked ass in the Rugby while Shane Lowry took home a million euro and Conor Purcell from Portmarnock became the first Irishman to win the Australian Amateur title. Another busy week at the club with the kind weather lending to much golf being played. We also hosted a Rules night which had a great turn out and a very successful Poker Classic.

RULES NIGHT Our Rules night presented by GUI & ILGU officials proved to be an interesting affair. It goes to show that Golf Rules can be tricky affairs as even the officials were unable to answer a couple of questions presented by the members. Even the Pros on TV were struggling to come to grips with the changes.

However, members should note that it is your responsibility to know the Rules. As always, our resident PGA Professional David is on hand to explain the Rule changes.

GENT’S SPRING LEAGUE No rest for the wicked as our Spring League, kindly sponsored by our resident PGA Professional David Hayes kicks off this Wednesday 23rd January. Running until March 10th, the format remains the same as last year with everyone competing in a Singles format till the final week where the leading qualifiers in each category will be put into a team of 4.

Following the success of the Winter League with almost 1200 rounds played, we hope that the Spring League will follow in a similar vein. We wish all competitors the best of luck.

GENT’S WINTER LEAGUE Captain David Shanley presented the prizes for our Winter League kindly sponsored by David Hayes PGA. Captain David was delighted with the number of participants for the League and thanked all concerned in running such a

successful event and those who attended the prizegiving.

GENTS RESULTS Mon. 1st Maurice Crotty (21) 39 pts, 2nd Tim Browne (17) 39 pts (Back 9), 3rd Mossie Walsh (6) 35 pts, 4th Louis Walsh 34 pts.

Results for Week 16th - 20th January Division 1: Declan Walsh (8) 31 pts: Neil Power (5) 27 pts Back 7.

Divison 2: Gerry Raher (10) 34 pts; Michael Drummy (9) 33 pts.

Division 3: Sean McGovern (17) 38 pts; Craig Susdorf (9) 33 pts back 7.

Division 4: Mossie McNamara (21) 34 pts; Denis Ryan (19) 33 pts Back 7.

John Reynolds recorded a Hole In One on the 13th!

Congratulations John!

GENT’S FIXTURES Wed 23rd Jan 14H Singles S/F David Hayes PGA Spring League, Thurs 24th Open 14H Singles S/F David Hayes PGA Spring League, Fri 25th 14H Singles S/F David Hayes PGA Spring League, Sat 26th 14H Singles S/F David Hayes PGA Spring League, Sun 27th 14H Singles S/F David Hayes PGA Spring League, Mon 28th Open Seniors (50+) 16H Singles S/F. LADIES RESULTS Tues 15th Jan, 1st Miriam Matthews (24) 22pts, 2nd Theresa Keane (25) 22pts, 3rd Maria Fahey (22) 22pts, 4th Michelle Mernin (11) 22pts, Celia Power (26) 21 pts. Sat 19th Jan 1st Marie Fahey (22) 32 pts, 2nd Colette O’Mahony (33) 32 pts, 3rd Miriam Matthews (24) 29 pts.

LADIES FIXTURES Fri 25th Jan 14H Singles S/F, Sat 26th 14H Singles S/F, Mon 28th Open Seniors (50+) 16 Singles S/F, Tues 29th 11H Singles S/F & Ladies GIG & Ladies Home Allliance.

GET INTO GOLF Here in Dungarvan Golf Club we are now recruiting for our very suc-

Dungarvan Golf Club Winter League kindly sponsored by David Hayes, P.G.A. Club Professional. Front Row L-R: Maria Kiersey, Lady Captain; John G. Moloney, Martin Lynch, Mark Raher, Winners; David Hayes, sponsor; Jim Brown, winner. Back Row L-R: David Shanley, Captain; Mossie Walsh, John Moloney, Maurice Conway, Pat Drummy, accepting prize for Derek Kiely runner-up; John Moran, President; Martin Landers, Vice Captain.

[Pat Crowley] cessful Get into Golf programme for 2019. We are in Year Four for the ladies and Year Two for the men. We have fine tuned the programme and with the help of our resident PGA Professional David Hayes we have successfully attracted a large number of new members to our club.

The programme consists of four group lessons with David Hayes followed by four weeks of on course golf activities with members.

Golf clubs etc are available in the club. Dungarvan Golf Club is a vibrant social club with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. So if you are interested in this programme and would like to find out more feel free to contact: Colette 087 222 6320 (Ladies GIG); John 087 913 9484 (Men GIG).

LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE The Ladies Coastal Alliance will take place on Thursday, 8th February at West Waterford Golf Club.

60.COM The cooler weather reduced our numbers on Wednesday 16th January but those who participated found the conditions to be excellent.. The winners were: 1st Martin Landers (17) 18 pts. 2nd Denis O’Brien (17) 15 pts. Come along next Wednesday and join us for social golf, coffee and chat. Tee-off is at 1:30 pm so please be in the clubhouse before 1:15 pm to allow the teams to be selected.

FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES We are delighted to see so many golfers turn up on Friday

mornings for this social event. They are so enthusiastic and enjoy the fun. Why not join us if you are free.

WINNERS (FRIDAY, JAN 18) First: Rena Landers and Mattie Whelan; Second: Rachel Kiely and Michael Marrinan; Third: Anne Hennebry and Anita Geoghegan.

If you want to play social golf be in the clubhouse next Fri (Jan 25) at 9.30 am. Draw takes place at 9.45 am ready to start at 10 o'clock.

JAZZ INTO SPRING – 9th FEBRUARY Our Social Committee are busy planning our first event of 2019.

Jazz into Spring takes place on Saturday, 9th February at 7.30 pm in the Clubhouse. Tickets are €30 and a delicious three course buffet style meal will be served along with music from the fantastic Indigo. We know this will be a great night with lots of dancing and fun!

Tickets are on sale in the office or give us a call on 058-43310.

Our new email address is office@dungarvangolfclub.com.

Please send us an email to reserve a ticket.

PILATES FOR MEN We will be starting pilates classes for men in the clubhouse in February. We have had a great interest in these classes, call John on 087-9139484 to add your name to the list. Classes will start in February and mats will be provided. These classes are a great way to get fit and healthy for 2019.

LOTTO The clubhouse was busy on Sunday afternoon, 20th Jan. with

the Winter League prizes being presented by the sponsor David Hayes - all smiles from the winners and “blazers”! Many thanks to David who generously sponsors many events throughout the year.

The Lotto gets an income boost each time there is an event in the clubhouse and the fundraising committee are very appreciative of this.

The weekly Lotto draw took place after the presentations to the prize winners. The numbers drawn were 9, 12, 18 and 27. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €2,300 next week!

We had four Match 3 winners this week – Bob O’Brien, Ollie O’Neill, Mark Raher and Pat and Ann Harty – they each win €25.

Congratulations to each of them.

This week we would like to thank the card players who play 45 on Thursday nights and the Friday morning Bridge players – they are great supporters of the Lotto each week and this is a great help.

The draw next Sunday will be held at 4:30 pm in the clubhouse.

POKER CLASSIC We had a great turnout for our Poker Classic on Sunday night, thank you to everyone who came out to support it. Our next Poker Classic will be on Sunday, 17th February. Winner – Pat Phelan; 2nd – Victor Mullins; 3rd – Michael Walsh PROGRESSIVE 45 Another great turnout for our Progressive 45 on the 17th January.

Winners: Anne Ryan & Tom

Cummins, Tom Melody & Michael Kelleher, Anne Morrissey & Josephine Melody Last 5: Michael Roche & Eddie O’Halloran Lucky Table: Ina Considine & John Considine MEMBERSHIP 2019 We have unbeatable new membership rates for 2019 in Dungarvan Golf Club. If you are interested in hearing more please call our office on 058-43310 or email us on Office@dungarvangolfclub.co. Rates for Under 35’s start at €200 per year with rates for over 35’s starting at €300 per year.

Don’t delay join us TODAY! SOCIETY BOOKINGS Golf Societies have been booking in earnest over the past two weeks. We look forward to welcoming lots of new Golf Societies this year to Dungarvan Golf Club along with all our much valued familiar faces who return each year to play on what they consider a fabulous course. We are very proud of our Golf Club and Course here at Dungarvan Golf Club and we look forward to sharing it throughout 2019 with all those that visit.

To book your golf society in for 2019 please call Karen on 05843310 or email Office@dungarvangolfclub.com DATES FOR YOUR DIARY JAZZ INTO SPRING – MUSIC AND BUFFET – SATURDAY 9TH FEBRUARY GENTS SPRING LEAGUE – COMMENCING SOON PORTUGAL 2019 – LADIES TRIP – DEPOSITS REQUIRED.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

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

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com

JOHN WHITE CARPENTRY WINTER LEAGUE No change in the table order this week as all teams maintained the positions they held last week.

Dunhill 427 Copper Coast 425 Ballinacourty 420 Touraneena 418 Abbeyside 409 Dungarvan 407 Deise 403 Dunhill and Copper Coast have just two games each to be played to complete a full card of all players having played their ten games.

Ballinacourty, Tourneena and Deise have three games for a full card, Abbeyside have fifteen games and Dungarvan have eighteen games.

In the race for the individual title Johnny Hughes leads with a score of 41.3, Micheal White is in 2nd place with 41, John White is 3rd with 40.6, Maurice Swan is 4th with 40.4, Joe Meade id 5th with 40.3 MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS Our annual Mass for deceased members and friends takes place on Friday, 25th January at 7.30 pm in the Bunker Bar. RULES NIGHT A rules night hosted by the GUI and ILGU is taking place in Goldcoast Hotel on Tuesday, 29th January at 7.30 p.m. All members are welcome to attend.

In preparation its suggested players download R&A 2019 Official Rules of Golf App. It will help you quickly find the Rule you need and gives guidance for many common situations.

Log on to www.randa.org and download this app https://www.randa.org/en/rog/2019/ pages/visual-search LADY CAPTAIN’S QUIZ NIGHT IN GOLD COAST Lady Captain Ruth Hannigan will be taking part in the Jigs and

Reels in aid of Lions Club Charities and to help with fundraising a fun table quiz will be held in the Gold Coast on Friday 1st Feb at 8.30 p.m.

GENT’S FIXTURES Monday 21st to 25th Jan Wk 13 Winter League Tuesday, 22nd Jan. Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles Friday, 25th Jan.: Open Gents 18 holes Singles.

Saturday, 26th Jan – Sunday, 27th Jan: WK 13 Winter League Tues, 29th Jan Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles GENT’S RESULTS Monday 14th to 18th Jan WK 12 Winter League 1st Aaron Crotty (5) 43 pts (b9); 2nd Darren O Droma (11) 43 pts; Gross Gonzalo Macaya (1) 39 pts Tuesday, 15th Jan Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles - 1st Francis O’Connor (19) 43 pts; 2nd John D Walsh (22) 41 pts Saturday, 19th Jan – Sunday, 20th Jan: WK 13 Winter League 1st: Mark Lenihan (11) 42 pts Cat (0-7): Michael Lenihan (1) 41 pts Cat (8-13): Brian Fahey (8) 40 pts Cat (14-18): Michael Whelan (15) 40 pts Cat (19+): Joe Curran (23) 40 pts CLUB’S APPROVE GOLF IRELAND PROPOSAL After landmark votes at separate meetings held today, the Irish Ladies Golf Union and the Golfing Union of Ireland have formally approved the establishment of Golf Ireland.

The Irish Ladies Golf Union approved a special resolution at their AGM, while simultaneously the Golfing Union of Ireland passed a

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

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Round 3 Winter league 13 Hole stableford Jan 14th – Jan 20th Category 1 Stephen Spillane (8) 30 pts, 2nd Ken Fenton (7) 27 pts b7 Category 2. Luke Swayne (12) 32 pts, 2nd Robbie Dalton (14) 30 pts Category 3 Ronan Foley (18) 29 pts, 2nd John C Byrne (17) 28 pts Category 4. Tom Shanahan (21) 34 pts, 2nd Matt Olden (19) 30 pts 13 Hole CSS (domestic) 28 FIXTURES Monday, 21st to Sunday, 27th January – Round 4 Comeragh Oil

Winter League.

13 Hole Stableford includes wekly club competition.

Sunday, 27th January – South East Junior Alliance - Tee reserved 10.30 to 12.30 p.m.

Comeragh Oil Winter League Leaderboard after Round 3 Ballymacoda 374, Ballyguiry 367, Kinsalebeg 364, Glenbeg 363, Tivoli 361, Helvick 358, Ballyduff 356, Mount Odell 355, Old Boro 348, Cariglea 346, Old Parish 343, Cappagh 330.

COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE UPDATE Round 3 came to a conclusion on Sunday following two weeks of

motion at a Special General Meeting. In the case of the GUI, for the first time in its history postal voting was permitted, and 292 of the Union’s 395 clubs availed of this facility. A further 34 clubs attended and voted at the meeting. 269 clubs attended the ILGU AGM to cast their vote.

RESULTS GUI RESULT 94% in favour of the proposal ILGU RESULT 100% in favour of the proposal GENTS MEMBERSHIP RATES FOR 2019 The following are the standard rates for 2019 inclusive of GUI fees FULL: €575 DISTANCE: €435 HUSBAND & WIFE: €845 COUNTRY: €230 SENIOR: €435 STUDENT: €150 JUVENILE: €90 EVERY TUESDAY OPEN GENTS & LADIES SENIORS Every Tuesday we host our popular Open Seniors (50+) Gents and Ladies Singles competition. Visitor Entry is €12 or Golf and Carvery €20.

EVERY FRIDAY OPEN GENTS SINGLES Every Friday at the Gold Coast we host an Open Gents Singles Stableford competition. Visitor Entry is €15or Golf and Carvery €25.

SOCIETIES AND GREENFEES WELCOME Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcomes Societies and Green fees and we look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2019.

Here at the Gold Coast our golf course is maintained in excellent condition. Our course and pristine greens offer superb playability and presentation all year round.

With our top quality golf course, spectacular scenery, comfortable surroundings in our hotel bar and restaurant, a warm and friendly welcome awaits our visitors.

Our society rates are very competitive for 2019 and our Director of Golf Irene Lynch is available to provide advice and assistance to the Organisers of outings and Classics.

Contact Irene on 05844055 or goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com for favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements. We aim to ensure that all our visitors

intense competition as all twelve teams battle for a place in the top 8 and progression to the matchplay stage.

Ballymacoda moved up four places to take top spot from Ballyguiry who are currently just three points ahead of Kinsalebeg.

Glenbeg took another joint leap to claim fourth position but are closely pursued by Tivoli, Helvick, Ballyduff and Mount Odell.

The bottom four teams have a bit to do but with two more qualifying rounds to go any of them could sneak into the top eight.

Round 4 begins on Monday 21st January and will be played over 13 holes.

You can play any day from Monday to Sunday inclusive subject to booking your tee time.

To date we have had a great spread of weekly prizewinners and the domestic handicap system helps keep the serial winners under control.

The domestic handicap sheet is posted on the men’s notice board.

Again we thank you for your continued support and remember, you don’t have to be in the winter league to play in the weekly competitions.

HOLE-IN-ONE Congratulations to Phil Kinsella

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David Shanley, Captain Dungarvan Golf Club presenting prize to John Reynolds for a Hole in One on the 13. Also included L-R: Martin Landers, Vice Captain; John Moran, President and Maria Kiersey, Lady Captain.

[Pat Crowley]

enjoy their day with us and we look forward to making your outing in 2019 a memorable one.

LADIES NOTES FIXTURES 10 HOLE ON-GOING COMPETITION Winter League sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 10 holes has now finished Round 5, but with no results yet there could be a big shake-up with the leading teams.

Round 5 had a good entry which was very encouraging and with the dry weather continuing we can hopefully look forward to the same for Round 6, keep up the good work girls! Remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting!!

Round 6 starts on Monday, 21st JANUARY and runs for 2 weeks.

Team Positions after Rd. 4 Daisies (Mairead) 258 Bluebells (Elaine) 239 Pansies (Peig) 235 Violets (Noirin) 212 Tulips (Lil) 225 Snowdrops (Marie) 223 Daffodils (Mary D) 224 Primroses (Rosie) 206 18 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE Our ladies are playing a blinder in the 18 Hole W/league with some

having passed the ten rounds and are now eliminating their worst scores!! There has been some fantastic scores returned even with domestic cuts applied, and all 7 have been putting in a tremendous effort so far, Well Done!!

Results for 18 Hole Winter League Rd 1- 1st Rosie Murphy (12) 44 pts; 2nd Ger Hallinan (17) 40 pts Rd 2 –1st Rosie Murphy (11) 41 pts; 2nd Esther McGuckian (12) 40 pts Rd 3 – 1st Esther McGuckian (11) 40 pts; 2nd Rosie Murphy (10) 39 pts Rd 4 – 1st Rosie Murphy (10) 42 pts; 2nd Mary Clancy (13) 37 pts Rd 5 – 1st Ger Hallinan (17) 43 pts; 2nd Mary Clancy (13) 39 pts.

CONDOLENCES The Lady Captain, committee and members would like to express their sincerest sympathy to Mary Kiely, our wonderful secretary on the recent passing of her mother Kathleen Kiely, Ballincollig, Cork.

We would also like to convey our condolences to her dad Patrick B, her siblings and extended family.

May she Rest in Peace.

JIGS ‘N REELS Our Lady Captain Ruth has aspirations of joining Riverdance, so in the meantime she is taking part in Jigs ‘n Reels run by Dungarvan Lions Club, a table quiz to raise

funds for same will be held in the Gold Coast on Friday, 1st February.

Please support this worthy cause with a team of four or just come on the night to be included in a table.

We wish Ruth every success with her fundraising and especially her performance on the night!!

COASTAL ALLIANCE Our next proposed outing is the re-scheduled Christmas event postponed due to inclement weather, and will now go ahead on Thursday, 7th February in West Waterford GC, tee times 10 – 11.30 am.

MEMBERSHIP OFFERS We here at the Gold Coast are very proud of our course and it’s natural beauty, if you would like to sample same, please contact Irene or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.

FEMALE MEMBERSHIP RATES FOR 2019 The following are the standard Ladies rates for 2019 inclusive of ILGU fees: FULL: €420; HUSBAND & WIFE: €845; DISTANCE: €360; COUNTRY: €180; SENIOR €340; STUDENT: €120; JUVENILE: €80.

who recorded the first ace of 2019 on the 9th hole on Sunday morning. Playing in his regular fourball with Eddie, John C, and Larry, Phil used a 5 wood on the 165 yards par 3 to record his third career hole in one.

SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE West Waterford plays host to the Alliance on Sunday next. Tee reserved from 10.30 am. to 12.30 pm.

Please contact the office on 058 43216 to confirm your tee time.

NEW WEDNESDAY COMPETITION FOR SENIORS Commencing on Wednesday, 13th February the Midweek Medley is a 9 hole seniors competition for ladies and gents.

The emphasis is on enjoyment and a bit of banter followed by a cup of tea/coffee and a chat. Be there at 11 am for draw for playing partners and 11.30 am start.

RULES NIGHT On Friday, 25th January we will have a rules night in the clubhouse at 7.30 p.m.

All members of the ladies and gent’s clubs are requested to attend.

Phil Byrne from the ILGU has kindly agreed to come along and

inform members on the rules with special emphasis on the New Rules that came into effect on January 1st 2019.

Members are requested to log on to the R&A website and download the app https://www.randa.org/en/rog/2019/ pages/visual-search).

This will give you a general idea of the changes to the rules and you will have the opportunity to raise any questions you may have on Friday night.

We anticipate a large attendance so please come early to guarantee your seat.

LADIES Winter League “Hotting Up:” Sunday last saw the climax of Round 2 in our Team Winter League. “Lang Whang” captained

by Rosie Murphy are in the lead with 225 points, hotly pursued by “Tickly Tap” captained by Mary Herlihy with 224 points. Ann Rochford’s team “Roon the Ben” fill the third spot with 215 points while “Ca Canny” captained by Joan Sheehan fill the 4th spot followed by “Finn me Dot” captained by Ger Curran and “Donna Fouster” captained by Marian Hilliard.

Over the next two weeks the competition switches into Matchplay format.

Judging by all the scores to date, the results should be interesting.

In the individual scoring Eithne Ashby was the overall winner in Round 1 while Mary Herlihy had the best individual score in Round 2.

Mary Herlihy Flying High: Mary Herlihy is certainly the in-form player at the moment.

Her Winter League team is just one point behind the leaders while Mary herself won the ongoing 13 Hole competition sponsored by Joan Ronayne.

Mary playing off 33 had a score of 34 points. In second was June Whyte playing off 17 also with 34 points, and in third place was Rosie Murphy playing off 12 with 32 points.

A new 13 hole competition has now commenced kindly sponsored

by Joan Sheehan.

Rules Night: On this Friday, January 25th Phil Byrne will address the members on the New Rules of Golf which have been introduced this year.

Members are requested, if possible, to download an App on these New Rules and have it available on their phones for Friday night’s session.

This app is available from the R&A website www.randa.org

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Ballinroad FC U-13C LEAGUE Ballinroad …………………..…. 1; Villa ………………………….….. 1.

GREAT draw for Ballinroad the effort in training is playing off.

Ballinroad scored an early goal with a great goal from Aaron Quinn.

There was some excellent play by the whole team throughout the game, with everyone wearing the Ballinroad jersey with pride.

Player of the Match Katelyn Gardener with an excellent display in goal.

Special thanks to all the parents for their support.

U-15B LEAGUE Ballinroad ………………….….. 5; Dungarvan Utd B ………….….. 1.

THE U-15 team had their first game of 2019 on Saturday last with a local derby at home to Dungarvan B.

It was their first game in more than six weeks but the boys hit the ground running and took the game to Dungarvan right from kick-off and quickly were two goals up.

The first coming when Rory's drive came back of the postand Trevor was on hand to drive home the rebound. Leon doubled the lead with a good finish to Seanie's through ball. Dungarvan got back into the game with a goal midway through the half and caused a few concerns for the hpme team.

Those were eased however when team captain Eoin superbly headed home from a corner.

Further goals came in the second half with Trevor getting his second, a sublime finish from Jack Kiely and Charlie getting the goal he deserved to cap off a fine individual and overall team display in

which everyone contributed.

Squad: Jack McGrath, Oisin Brazil, Eoin Kiely, Michael Casey, Aidan Higgins, Trevor Kenneally, Seanie Callaghan, Charlie Treen, Rory Tyrell, Leon Cummins, Gavin Christopher, Jack Kiely, Kevin Collins, Darragh Walsh, Brian Callaghan.

SPEEDY RECOVERY Ballinroad 1A team travelled to Piltown on Sunday afternoon last, with the game being called off just a few minutes into the game following a Piltown player picking up a serious injury.

The managers and players all wish Kevin a speedy recovery and hope to see him back in action soon.

The fixture will be replayed at another date.

Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 13 Kilmac ...................................… 3; Kilmacow ..............................… 2.

THE boys continue to make progress and added another good impressive win on Saturday. The boys were made work for this win and came up with the vital goals when they were needed. Jack Behan opened the scoring before Kilmacow hit back with one of their own. Kilmacow then went ahead to

leave it 2 - 1 at the break.

Michael Power levelled the game on 35 minutes and we survived some sustained pressure from Kilmacow before Ciaran Kirwan sealed the points. Well done to all the lads.

YOUTHS C Bohs ......................................… 5; Kilmac ....................................… 1.

TRAVELLED to Bohs, missing a couple of key players but did well

with what we had. It seemed like every time Bohs attacked they got a goal. Indeed, they scored with their first attempt after we missed at least three and that was the story of the game.

Bohs used the opportunities they got much better than us and the final score was anything but a reflection on how the match was.

Plenty of positives to be taken out of this one going forward.

Stradbally FC RESULTS Waterford Junior League Div One: Stradbally 3; Ballinroad 2.

JUNIOR Coming from behind to secure late victories is becoming a recent trait for Stradbally. On Saturday visitors Ballinroad open their account on 10 minutes with a fine strike from 25 yards. They were pegged back when the locals engineered good work on the left, which resulted in David Power beating the offside trap and calmly slotting home.

Ballinroad soon regained the lead when some careless midfield play alllowed them to attack and shoot low into the corner. Back came the locals when great work on the right wing and an accurate cross from Brian Fitzgerald resulted in Damien Sheehan slotting home at the back post to equalise proceedings before the break.

The half-time pep talk seem to iron out any kinks in the formation, leading to Stradbally dominating proceedings in the second half. The tempo was upped whilst patience was observed.

This virtue was rewarded with 10 minutes to go, when a Kevin Lawlor volley to the net, saw all three points secured.

This important win over our local rivals pushes Stradbally into second place in the league table. More home action next Saturday when Tramore Rangers are the visitors at 2 pm.

Team: Christopher Casey, Gary Kiely, Nicky Connors, Alan D'arcy, Damien Sheehan, Martin Coffey, Patrick Kiely, Ricky Power, David Power, Brian Fitzgerald, Kevin Lawlor. Subs: Michael Hearn, David Sutton.

SCHOOLBOYS Back to Under 12 action on Saturday when we travel to Annestown to face neighbours Seaview Celtic. Kick-off 10.30 a.m.

Dermot O'Brien of Sallyfort Mini Farm and Camping, who kindly sponsored our Last Man Standing competition, with Stradbally FC Secretary Damien Sheehan.

ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS A large crowd gathered on Saturday morning for a series of games at Under 7, Under 8 and Under 10 versus Piltown. Thanks to our South Kilkenny visitors for coming in such large numbers. Its back to Academy and Little Dribblers on this Saturday at 10.30 a.m.

LOTTO No jackpot winners in our Club Lotto Draw on Sunday night.

Numbers drawn 3, 14, 15, 24. €25 Winners: Maurice Walsh, Irene Kilbride, Pat Fennell. Promoters Prize: Damien Sheehan.

Next draw is in Whelan’s Bar on February 3rd. Jackpot on offer will be €2,700.

LAST MAN STANDING Once more there has been a fantastic response to our Last Man Standing competition with 307 entries. Huge thanks to all our promoters and to everyone who supported this fundraiser.

Our winner is guaranteed €500.

Thanks to Dermot O'Brien and all at

Sallyfort who once again sponsor our competition.

Check out 'Stradbally AFC' on Facebook for a full list of predictions and further information. A text with fixtures for Week 2 will be sent to those still standing in the coming days.

ASTROTURF HIRE Astroturf Pitch is available to hire.

A game of 5-a-side with your friends, is an ideal way to keep fit during the Winter. For booking details contact Alan D'arcy at 087 698 7387.

ON-LINE CLUB SHOP Our on-line club shop is now open for business. For a myriad of playing and leisure gear, go to www.oneills.com Ideal birthday presents FIXTURES Saturday, January 26th Under 12 Schoolboys League: Seaview Celtic v Stradbally 10.30 a.m.

Waterford Junior League Div One: Stradbally v Tramore Rangers 2 p.m.

Sunday, January 20th WaterfordJunior League Div Three: Kilmacow v Stradbally 11 a.m.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Good turnout for McGrath’s Colligan Cup FIFTY-three athletes took to the road and woodland track to compete in last Sunday’s Colligan Cup sponsored again this year by McGraths Newsagents.

First off were a group of young athletes most of whom were competing for the first time and set themselves a target of 15 mins.

The clock counted down and each athlete went off at their predicted time with Grainne Moore 8m10 and Eoin Buenaventura 8 mins the last two off. Ten athletes ran faster than their predicted times which was nine less than last year.

Some like Sean Nyhan, Derry Dwyer and Conal O’Droma were much faster than they thought both coming in about two and a half minutes ahead of their predicted time.

Next across the line were Maeve Bradfield and Aoife Butler who ran the course side by side.

They were followed by Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich, Cormac O’Regan, Ian Holmes, Darragh O’Droma and Aoife Buenaventura just three seconds too fast. Victor Mullins and Tony Shalloe were watching the clock closely and a large group of athletes was approaching the finish as it ticked down the last few seconds and as it struck zero young Natalie Barry crossed the line to become the youngest winner of the race.

Next home was Clodagh Lattimore who was also second

last year and was just 1secs outside her time. She was followed by Owen Morrissey and hot on his heels was Oisin O’Riordan.

Next home was Eoin Prendergast who just finished ahead of Liam Broderick. A large group including Mark Blackwell, Lucy Holmes, Caoimhe Prendergast, Sarah Nyhan, Lia Cunningham, Sean Hogan and Mary Kate Prendergast all crossed the line one after the other less than 20 secs outside their time.

Everyone else ran slower than their predicted times.

A malfunction with the new timing devise on the day meant it did not record the actual finishing times of all the athletes on the day but this was a different devise to the countdown clock so we were able to countdown those who were ahead or slower than their times.

Well done to all the young athletes who completed the course.

Our thanks to Albert McGrath for his continued sponsorship of this event. Thanks also to all our stewards and officials who helped to run the event and to Victor Mullins who is on hand each year to pick the winner PATRICK FITZGERALD WINS MUNSTER INDOOR TITLE WITH NEW PB There were five pole vaulters from West Waterford AC in action at the Munster Indoor

Championships in Nenagh on Sunday last and all came home with Munster medals. Patrick Fitzgerald set a new indoor pb of 4m winning the under 19 title and in fact came very close to clearing 4m10. Sam O’Neill also improved on his performance of last year clearing 2m80 for second place in the same event and Ryan McGrath cleared 3m to finish 2nd in the under 18 boys event.

Kate Killigrew finished 2nd in the under 17 girls event with a new pb of 2m60 while in the under 18 girls Alannah Kelly who also finished 2nd attempted a new of 2m60. Aislinn O’Regan competed in the shot and finished in 6th place with four of her six throws over 5m50.

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING IN THE FRIARY AND BELFAST West Waterford athletes put in some very strong performances when competing for their schools last Friday. It was an ideal day for cross country running and the Friary course was as always well laid by Bro. Lennon.

Competing for St Augustine’s Angelina Chizhikova won the minor girls race. Ali Cunningham also St Augustine’s won the junior girls race just ahead of Caoimhe Prendergast who was competing for the Ard Scoil and West Waterford athletes helped the Ard Scoil to the team title in this race.

Prizewinners at last Sunday’s McGrath's Colligan Shield with members of the organising committee.

The Fennell twins Tommy and Rory representing St Augustine’s were first and second in the junior boy’s race. Sarah Nyhan competing for the Ard Scoil won her first county schools title in the intermediate girl’s race and led the Ard Scoil to the team title while in the boy’s race Eoin Buenaventura finished third.

Mary Kate Prendergast finished 3rd in the senior girls race and led the Ard Scoil team to third place while Sophie Landers scored on the Blackwater team that finished in second place. Cian O’Riordan kept the flag flying for Dungarvan CBS with a convincing win in the senior boy’s race.

Conor Mullanny finished in 5th in this race and helped Blackwater to third place in the team competition.

Well done to all those competing on the day and a special thank you to the official from West Waterford AC who ensured the smooth run-

ning of the event with all eight races completed in less than two hours.

Meanwhile, Lucy Holmes competed on the Irish under 20 team in the Celtic International Cross Country in Belfast. Lucy who was the youngest member of the team finished in 20th place and the experience she gained should stand her in good stead as we look forward to her competing in this event again in 2020 and 2021. Lucy made the long trip home from Belfast on Saturday and was out in Colligan on Sunday morning to compete in the Colligan Shield using the event as a recovery run from her race the day before.

AISLINN’S FUNDRAISING QUIZ IN MINNIES ON FRIDAY, JAN. 25th AT 8.00 p.m.

Aislinn O’Regan has been selected by the Irish Wheelchair Association to compete in the World Games in Sharjah in the UAE.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juvenile Committee is organising a fundraising quiz to assist Aislinn in her bid to get to the World Games.

The Quiz will take place in Minnies on Friday, January 25th at 8 pm. €40 for table of four.

This will be a fun night as well as a chance to help a young athlete reach her potential.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Friday, Jan. 25th Fundraising Quiz to send Aislinn to the World Games Minnies Bar 8 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 31st East Munster Schools Cross Country Carriganore 12.30.

Friday, Feb. 15th Munster Schools Cross Country Carriganore 12.30.

Tuesday, March 5th Munster Schools Indoors Nenagh 11 am Saturday, March 9th All Ireland Schools Cross Country Clongowes Wood College Clane, Co. Kildare.

SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

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WWEC Schoolboys League

Ciaran Murphy’s goal gets League team back on track WELCOME to our weekly notes for the West Waterford East Cork Schoolboy League which we hope to bring you every Wednesday for the season. These notes are completely independent and have no connections to anyone on the WWEC Schoolboy League committee. We will try and get as much up-to-date information from Clubs and supporters as possible to compile these notes and keep you informed of the happenings every weekend.

UNDER 12 SFAI INTERLEAGUE SUBWAY CHAMPIONSHIP WWEC SL .................………… 1; South Tipperary SL ....……..… 0.

THE local boys welcomed South Tipperary to Leonard Fraser Park in Tallow last Sunday afternoon and got their Subway Inter League campaign back on track following defeat away against Cork SL in their opening fixture.

A Ciaran Murphy goal earned the WWEC boys their first three points and sets them up nicely for their remaining games against Waterford SFL and West Cork.

The game itself was a very tight affair with both teams afraid to make any mistakes.

Murphy's goal midway through the opening half gave the local boys something to hold onto and they went in at the break a goal to the good.

The second half saw the away side assert more pressure on the home goal as they looked to get back into the game with the home team content on playing on the counter attack.

The Tipp boys were unlucky on a few occasions not to equalise but the WWEC were holding firm and saw out the game to the delight of the home support.

A hard fought victory but well deserved in the end. Well done to all concerned.

UNDER 13 LEAGUE PREMIER DIVISION Inch United..................……...…2; Cappoquin-Railway FC........…0.

INCH closed the gap on leaders Lismore with this hard fought win at home to a gallant CappoquinRailway outfit that fought to the final whistle but came up short against a fine side on the Sexton Park pitch.

Barry Walsh and Michael O'Donovan were the goal scorers on the day and this win sees them join Clashmore Ramblers in second place five points behind Lismore but with a game less played.

Sean Meade was in fine form for the home side between the posts with Oisin Coffey the star man for the away side on this occasion.

Clashmore Ramblers............…8; Ardmore A.F.C.......................…1.

CLASHMORE Ramblers moved into joint second place five points behind leaders Lismore with the

Valley Rangers U-16 team who has a fine win over neighbours Castlebridge last Saturday. ruthless victory over neighbours Ardmore AFC in Pablo Park.

Two goals each for Noah O'Sullivan, Oisin Ryan and Mossie Keogh were added to by Rian Power and an OG to compound matters for the away side although they did leave with a consolation goal before the final whistle.

Ardmore remain in the bottom three following this defeat but it’s onwards and upwards for the Ramblers who will fancy their chances for upsetting the leaders as the season goes on.

UNDER 16 LEAGUE Castlebridge Celtic....…………1; Valley Rangers ..........…………4.

LEADERS Valley Rangers strengthened their grip on the Under 16 League with a fine win away in Bridesbridge on Saturday afternoon.

A brace from Tom Hartnett and further goals from Harry Draper

and Jake O'Brien sealed the win and kept the gap at six points to second placed Inch Utd but they have played two games more than the East Cork side but as well, all know its points on the board that matter. The game between these two teams could decide where the U-16 title lies come the end of the season but for now all they can do is keep winning.

Lismore AFC........…………..…0; Inch United.........……………… 2.

INCH remain on the heels of leaders Valley Rangers following this away victory in the Castlefarm grounds on Saturday afternoon.

Goals from Robbie Treacy and Ciaran Leahy settled this game in the away sides favour after a tough 80 minutes of play. Ben Budds in the Inch goal was excellent and helped out by his defence to keep a clean sheet.

Lismore remain in fourth position and will still have a say in the title race as they are a good side but for Inch the chase for the silverware is real as they are six points behind Valley with two games less played.

West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboys League Results and Fixtures LAST WEEKEND’S RESULTS Under 13 League: Clashmore Ramblers 8; Ardmore AFC 1 Inch Utd 2; Cappoquin-Railway 0 Kilworth Celtic 'A' P - P Ballybridge Utd Under 16 League: Castlebridge Celtic 1; Valley Rangers 4 Lismore A.F.C 0; Inch United 2 SFAI U12 Subway Championship: West Cork SL 1; South Tipperary SL 0 NEXT WEEKENDS FIXTURES Saturday, 26th Jan., 2019.

Under 12 First Division Clashmore Ramblers v Ballybridge Utd 2.30 pm (Ref.) Clive Good Cappoquin - Railway B v Castlebridge Celtic 11.00 am (Ref.) Brian Donnelly Ardmore AFC v Kilworth Celtic B 1.00 pm (Ref.) Finn O'Sullivan Under 12 Premier Division:

Lismore AFC v Cappoquin - Railway A 1.00 pm (Ref.) Chris O'Sullivan Ballymac FC v Valley Rangers 11 am (Ref.) Finn O'Sullivan Inch Utd v Mogeely FC 11 am (Ref.) Stephen Pratt Brideview Utd v Kilworth Celtic A 12.30 pm (Ref.) John Roche Under 14 League: Brideview Utd v Ballymac FC 11 am (Ref.) John Roche Inch Utd v Ballybridge Utd 12.30 p.m. (Ref.) Stephen Pratt Lismore AFC v Kilworth Celtic A 2.30 pm (Ref.) Chris O'Sullivan Kilworth Celtic B v Cappoquin-Railway 11 am (Ref.) Chris O'Sullivan Sunday, 27th Jan., 2019.

Under 14 League: Mogeely FC v Clashmore Ramblers 11 am (Ref.) Clive Good

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Dungarvan on the double in 2019!

Dungarvan United FC Youth A League team who defeated Bohs 3-1 on Sunday last in Kilrush Park.

Dungarvan United FC YOUTH A LEAGUE Dungarvan …………………...... 3; Bohemians …………………..... 1.

WELL done to the Blues who came back fighting after an away defeat in their last fixture.

Goals from Sam Uniacke, Kian Carey and Toby Taylor saw Dungarvan take three points in a 31 win against Bohs last Sunday in Kilrush Park.

FIXTURES Saturday, 26th January 7.00 p.m. Premier League: Dungarvan United FC v Waterford Crystal.

7.00 p.m. 3rd Division League: Johnville v Dungarvan United.

2.00 p.m. 2A League: Dunmore East v Dungarvan United.

2.00 p.m. U-12 SFAI Skechers Cup: Dungarvan United v Belvedere FC (Dublin).

RESULTS Premier League: Carrick United 3; Dungarvan United 1. (G. Crotty).

Division 2 A League: Dungarvan United 2; Villa 3. (D. Coward 2).

U-15B League: Villa 2; Dungarvan United 1. (M. Loftus).

U-13B League: Piltown 1; Dungarvan 1. (D. Colleran).

Div. 3 League: Dungarvan Celtic 2; Dungarvan United 2.

(J. McCarthy, K. O’Sullivan).

Over 35 League: Dungarvan United 2; Crusaders 0.

(O. Sheridan, W. Fennell).

GOALKEEPER TRAINING INITIATIVE J4K South East have offered our schoolboy goalkeepers to participate in their new clubs initiative.

Michael Walsh is the current Ireland International goalkeeper with the national deaf squad and has been coaching for number of years throughout Kilkenny and Waterford coaching a number of teams such as Ireland Deaf football team, Kilkenny Women's Football club and Waterford U-12 development Squad.

In the six months since J4K South East has been set up we have had success of goalkeepers making their county squad along with progression onto the FAI Emerging Talent Programme J4K are offering our schoolboy keepers (age 10 and above) two free sessions! If you are interested and would like the club to put your child through please contact Vicky to arrange - 087 055 7939 EVENING TRAINING It’s great to see the new Astro lights at training in the evenings.

The super new state is the art LED lights are another new asset to our facilities at Kilrush Park.

We remind all players that subs must be paid to play and this will now be strictly enforced by the management committee, we ask for all your kind co operation with this going forward, thank you.

ACADEMY NEWS Once again great to see such

big numbers at training on Saturdays and special thanks to our coaches who are giving up their time every week.

Our shop is now open selling beverages, snacks and lotto tickets.

We have lots in the pipeline coming up games and blitzes in the coming weeks.

Please ensure your child is registered. Those already registered from last season, a gentle reminder second term subs are due for February so anyone wishing to pay in instalments is welcome to do so.

ACADEMY TRAINING SCHEDULE Tuesdays: 4-5 p.m. U-8 & U-9 Thursdays: 4-5 p.m. U-10 Only Saturday: 10.30-11.30 U-10; 12.30-1.30 U-7 & U-8; 1.30- 2.30 U-9.

PASSING OF MICHAEL WRIGHT Along with the town of Dungarvan, all at Dungarvan United were deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Micheal.

Micheal, Teresa and the whole family have always supported the club in anyway asked of them with a heart and a half.

The Mad Hatter has entertained us at various events in Kilrush Park throughout the years and everybody young and old loved him.

You would cringe to walk by him with his mic in hand for fear he would call you out, yet be slightly disappointed if he didn't have the banter.

It is certain to say that a light has gone out in Dungarvan but we have no doubt that Michael has left a stamp on the town and will always be remembered by his community work, acting, brilliant story telling, all fond memories.

We offer our sincere condolences to Teresa, Barry, Sarah and Michelle and especially their grandson Kalem who plays football with our U-12 team. May Michael rest in peace.

GOOD LUCK U-12 SFAI CUP LAST 32 All in Dungarvan Utd. wish the very best of luck to our U-12 team who take on Belvedere FC in the last 32 of the competition. Good luck lads LOTTO This week’s numbers: 29, 7, 17.

No jackpot winner. €50 James Cooney, €25 Barry Sexton, €25 Kevin Barry. Jackpot is rising!! €8,400 would certainly take away the January blues!! Be in it to win it people! Tickets are available from: Our Saturday Academy Shop 12.30-1.30; Crottys Abbeyside; Hallahan’s Chemist; Paddy Foley’s; The Tudor Bar. WATERFORD U-16 Well done to the U-16 Waterford team in their 3-1 victory against Clare last weekend. Dungarvan have three players on the team

Kian Carey, Alan Dunwoody and Sam Uniacke. Keep up the good work lads!

DUNGARVAN DIVISION 5 Fermoy ……………………...… 2; Dungarvan ………………….… 3.

ON a cold Sunday morning last, our division 5 teams set off to an away match against Fermoy. The first fixture of 2019 for the Dungarvan girls. Always very tough opponents particularly on their own turf.

Dungarvan lined out as follows, in goal Sarah Landers, sweeping Sarah McCoy. The defensive trio of Jessie Donnelly, Anne Marie Tutty, Avril Dunne. in the middle for Dungarvan, Alex Hally, Saoirse Hayes, Judith Campbell. Leading the forward line was Tess O'Hara, Molly Shrubb and Kelsi Walker.

The first five minutes of the game was a bit dishevelled with players running all over the place and not quite gelling as a team.

This was causing pressure as the rustiness was evidence after the Christmas break.

Fermoy were causing problems and they broke from the hallway line, cutting through the Dungarvan defence as they put the ball past Sarah in goal to take a one nil lead.

It was from here Dungarvan got the wake up call and started to play more like a team ready to challenge Fermoy's one nil lead.

Molly was causing all sorts of trouble up front moving around and hitting some great shots on target, the Fermoy keeper equal to them for now.

Five minutes before half-time, Dungarvan got a short corner, Kelsi passed to Sarah who passed to Molly, doubling on it the ball was surely going in.

A great save from the Fermoy keeper to push it out, and even better play from Kelsi as she was quickest to react and knock the ball delightfully back in past the Fermoy keeper this time. The game all levelled up at 1-1 as the teams went in at half-time.

The second half started, a thrilling game of hockey, possibly one of the best of the season so far for Dungarvan as they weathered the poor start.

The play was up and down with Alex dominating play beaten player after player laying off great balls to Tutts, Saoirse and Judith as Dungarvan added pressure.

Tutts cleared a strong ball in the defence and sent it all the way back up to the Dungarvan forward line.

Molly running on collected the ball calmly, rounded the keeper with ease and Dungarvan were 2-1 up!

Kian Carey who plays with the Waterford U-16 team who defeated Clare recently.

Alan Dunwoody who plays with the Waterford U-16 team who defeated Clare recently.

Sam Uniacke who plays with the Waterford U-16 team who defeated Clare recently.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club Division 5 team.

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club Division 6 team.

From here Fermoy upped their game and were enjoying possession of their own for a change, some lovely inter play by the opposition as they moved up the pitch.

Entering the circle the ball dropped to a Fermoy player who doubled on it, unbelievably the game was now 2-2. Certainly game on with all at stake for the remainder.

Dungarvan for all their hard work were clearly frustrated, the hard work quickly undone. They did not want to leave Fermoy without all the points. Jessie, Avril, Sarah and Tutts got stuck in stopping all Fermoy attacks.

Tutts was covering the length of the pitch was all of a sudden charging in on the Fermoy goal, and with one thing on her mind she buried the ball with ferocity! delight all round as Dungarvan were ahead once again!

3-2 to Dungarvan at full time!

Player of the Match - Alex Hally Next weekend the girls will take on Fermoy once again in the Munster Cup at home at 11.30 a.m.

Sure to be a mouth-watering clash!

DUNGARVAN DIVISION 6 Dungarvan …………………...... 1; Blackrock …………………........ 0.

Player of the match - Eabha Gough.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

C walkers find five out of the Seven Sisters on a Comeragh walk on 13th January last.

[Ann Mangan]

Dungarvan Hillwalking UPCOMING SUNDAY WALKS ON Sunday, 27th January, we will have a B walk in the Comeraghs with Michael Hanrahan. It leaves from Scanlon’s Yard Carpark in Dungarvan at 10 a.m. The C walk is at Mount Melleray with Tom Walsh. It leaves at 1 p.m. from Scanlon’s Yard.

CHANGE OF DATE FOR SLIGO WEEKEND The club is going to Sligo for its annual Irish weekend away. There has been a change of dates for this weekend and it will now take place on 17 and 18 May. This is to facilitate members who need to attend Holy Communions around that time. We’ll be staying in the Sligo Southern Hotel and enjoying walks up Ben Bulben and Knockaree, which is a beach walk.

The weekend costs €140 for two nights’ B&B plus evening meal.

CROATIA HOLIDAY ABROAD The club is also planning a holiday abroad, and it was decided that Croatia would be the location for our 2019 holiday. The holiday is with the Travel Department and its for a week from 4 October. The walks on this holiday are accessible to all levels of walkers. The holiday costs €950 per person sharing, including flights, accommodation and baggage charges.

THURSDAY WALK Our next Thursday walk will go beyond the borders of Co. Waterford. On 31st January, Dick will take the walkers to Youghal, for what is bound to be a very pleasant walk. The walk leaves from the Park Hotel in Dungarvan at 1.30 p.m. We also have Thursday B walks, which offer more challenging climbs. These leave from the Park Hotel at 12 noon during the winter months.

If our holiday or weekend away sound temping and want to come along, you’ll need to join our club.

You can find out more about joining by visiting www.dungarvanhillwalking.org. Or you can contact dungarvanhillwalking@gmail.com.

Remember, no walking boots, no walk.

DUNGARVAN RUGBY CLUB ANOTHER SUPER WIN FOR DUNGARVAN SENIOR TEAM WE had a short journey to play Douglas on Sunday, the game was played at Presentation Brothers College in Wilton.

On a wide and fast pitch Dungarvan kicked off against a strong wind. It was clear early on it would be a tough day at the office, with Douglas taking us on up front from the offset. It was a slug fest for the opening minutes with both sides testing each others metal.

Dungarvan drew first blood with a penalty kick. However, Douglas drew level a short time later with a kick of their own. The first half played out in a similar fashion both teams trying hard, but sloppy errors prevented a free flowing game.

Dungarvan got a try before the half through winger Oran Keevers finishing well off a good backs move. Half-time 3-10.

Things opened up a bit for Dungarvan in the second half and we used the wind well to keep possession in the right half. With the pack providing good set piece ball the backs showed off their skills, with Daniel Slevin going over for two tries in quick succession.

However, now seeking the bonus point, we drifted from our basics and allowed Douglas in for two tries bringing the game closer than we would have liked.

However, a huge effort from the pack on their own line allowed Lar

Houlihan to break the length of the field to secure a bonus point win.

Plenty of stiff and sore bodies after a hard fought win as the team continues its quest for promotion.

Final score 10-27.

U14'S V FETHARD & DISTRICT EAST MUNSTER PLATE On Sunday Dungarvan U-14s played the first game of the East Munster Plate. The opposition, Fethard & District struggled to field a full team. With the game conceded before kick-off we used the match to give as many players as possible a full match, while giving Fethard a number of players so that a game could take place.

The game kicked off and it was evident early on that both teams were there to play rugby. With a lot of hard tackling it was a free and open game with a lot of lengthy passages of play from both sides.

Our next match is away to Waterford City, Training on Wednesday and all new players welcome. Thanks as always to our sponsors Dungarvan Credit Union.

U-16'S TRAVEL TO CROSSHAVEN FOR EAST MUNSTER BOWL Our U-16 team travelled to Crosshaven on Saturday for our second of five matches in the East Munster U-16 Bowl Tournament.

With seven of our squad either sick or unavailable, we travelled with the bare fifteen and no subs.

We had many players playing

out of position which led to a below standard performance and the opposition took full advantage of this and ran in far too many tries against us to leave us badly beaten in the end. A great try from Cian Keith and magnificent tackling from our guys were some positives to take from a disappointing trip to Crosshaven.

Hopefully, the squad will be back to full strength for our next game in two weeks time.

U18’S EAST MUNSTER BOWL Dungarvan/Carrick U-18’s travelled to Mahon on Saturday to take on Douglas/Carrigaline. We were missing some key players and had to adapt by switching players into different positions.

Unfortunately, due to a lack of replacements the starting fifteen had to battle it out for the entire match as we had no subs.

Douglas/Carrigaline were able to empty their bench and bring on fresh players which ended in our defeat.

However, the sheer determination of our squad would make you proud, as they gave it their best and never gave up, crossing the line twice only to be held up by Douglas/Carrigaline. Final result 22 to 0.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Sunday, 27th December U14 East Munster Plate: Waterford City v Dungarvan, kickoff 11 a.m.

HEADWINDS and crosswinds, cold and mud splattered. DCC cyclists having a thoroughly enjoyable January.

SPIN REPORTS 11 for the Saturday Club Spin departed Kilrush on a changed route owing to thick fog on the planned course. A steady pace along the coast road to Kilmac. An unfortunate mechanical for the lady rider had her hitch a lift home in a most roundabout fashion! And then there were 10, continuing on up the back of scrouty and down to the Carrick road for the return loop back to town. A steady pace home on a lovely crisp morning. 80k at 28kph.

G5 were once again out in force on Sunday as 14 enthusiastic riders took the route along the bog road, Kilmolash and on to Cappoquin.

Plenty of roll ups helped the group battle the headwinds and crosswinds encountered along the way.

Turning left at Cappoquin Bridge, a wise decision was taken to head towards Lismore turning right at Tourin rather than tackling the windy climb to Deerpark.

Lismore Garage was taken over by mud spattered cyclists where G5 joined up with G4 and a further group from Youghal CC. Plenty of banter, good coffee and lots of photos before returning to Dungarvan along the main road arriving back in town with 54 km completed at 19kph G23k started the Sunday spin in favorable weather conditions but as the group turned at master mcgrath and headed for coligan a strong cold headwind greated us with rain to add to our steady climb to the halfway bar.

Turning for Millstreet the rain finally abated at Millstreet leaving us with the cold wind to dry us off by the time we reached Cappagh cross. The group turned right and headed for Lismore for coffee. The group met with G4 and G5 leaving, keeping the seats warm for us. The group then headed for home Dis 73km avg 22kph

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The new summer gear Group 4 cyclists set off from Dungarvan on a murky Sunday morning into a headwind out the Lismore road. Turning left at the Welcome Inn there was some reprieve from the wind. Onwards to Aglish, Villierstown and Dromana the roads were wet and muddy and into the wind again at times.

Through Cappoquin turning left for Tourin and Deerpark brought more wind and muddy roads but finally the stop at Lismore was in sight.

The Vault Cafe was closed so on to the garage in Lismore to meet with Group 5 and 23K from DCC as well as a group from Youghal cyclists take over the seating area!

Back on the bikes again with continuous roll ups from Lismore to Cappoquin and back to Dungarvan via Kilmolash and the Bog road. A challenging 67km at 25Kmph.

G3 had 12 starters on Sunday on a mild enough morning. A puncture for Vinny at Ballinroad proved time consuming to repair. Back in the saddle again and it was off to Bunmahon. The Kill hill into a headwind is never a pleasent experience and all were relieved to reach the top. A split at Kill for various reasons reduced the group to eight for the remainder of the spin.

The weather deteriorated from here on with wet and very gusty conditions on a lumpy bumpy road across to Clonea, even the geese at the estate were in cranky form.

Once the climb on the Carrick road was scaled the tempo was ratched up and it was a very lively spin back to town. 80k 600m elevation at 27kph. A very good workout in the depths of winter!

SUMMER GEAR Many thanks to Jason Travers, DCC kit manager, for organising the new summer gear. Aidan Crowley at Velorevolution produced another striking and contemporary design for DCC. DCC next generation summer cycling gear is now being ordered from Velorevolution. If you have missed the fitting night and want to order, please contact @jasontravers73.

MALIN TO MIZEN 8th - 15th JUNE 2019 The Committee are looking for a volunteer from the club to organise DCC participation in this event. It would be good to see DCC represented and support would be available. If you have an interest please contact any member of the committee.

Attending the Park Hotel Waterford Sports Stars Awards Banquet 2018 were Kevin and Sandra Healy.

[Sean Byrne]

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GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 25 January 2019

Talking Horses Tyner got the better of Elliott at Fairyhouse

Irish Point-to-Point Fixtures List Saturday, 26th January, 2019 - Tyrella Sunday, 27th January, 2019 - Dungarvan Sunday, 3rd February, 2019 - Bellharbour Sunday, 3rd February, 2019 - Bally Vodock Sunday, 3rd February, 2019 - Ballinaboda Saturday, 9th February, 2019 - Kirkistown Sunday, 10th February, 2019 - Moig South Sunday, 10th February, 2019 - Oldtown Sunday, 10th February, 2019 - Tallow Sunday, 10th March, 2019 - Lismore

ROBERT Tyner got the better of Gordon Elliott to win the 2m5f handicap chase at Fairyhouse on Tuesday. He sent out the seven-year-old Gotaway, a 3/1 chance ridden by Phillip Enright, to land the spoils at the main expense of 6/4 favourite Ticket To Ride.

Murphy teamed up with Foley to land the maiden at Dundalk JOHN Murphy teamed up with Shane Foley to land the 8f maiden with Confrontational at Dundalk on Friday night. Sent off a 10/1 chance, the five-yearold won by a length from Tony The Gent.

Wayne Lordan was also among the winners at the meeting as he partnered the Joseph O'Brien-trained Chess Grand Master in the opening 12f maiden.

Owned by the Rugby & Racing Syndicate, the six-yearold came from off the pace to win at odds of 12/1.

Henry De Bromhead enjoyed mixed fortunes at Thurles Portnablagh, winner at last year's Dungarvan Point-to-Point meeting, seen here winning at Cork on her racecourse debut.

Dungarvan course in fabulous shape as point-to-point preparations step up a notch IT is all systems go for the Dungarvan point-to-point at Kilossera, taking place on Sunday, January 27th.

Unseasonably dry weather has left the course in great shape as racegoers look forward to a second year with the new course layout in place.

This new track was noticeably popular with trainers in its inaugural year and it is envisaged that a high class of horse will be attracted when entries close over the coming days.

As well as high class horses, high class jockeys will also be itching to be in attendance. Jamie Codd, multiple champion rider, rode a treble at last year’s meeting and having suffered a partially collapsed lung at Christmas it is likely Codd will be anxious to make his return from injury at Dungarvan. Codd will have a particular incentive to return

at Dungarvan following his treble at last year’s meeting.

Billy Queally takes over as committee chairman this year, taking the reins from Breda Kiely, who oversaw a few fantastic years for the point-to-point, including a national first as a roving camera in the in-field greatly improved viewing for the patrons at Kilossera. This innovation will continue this year ensuring “the hill” remains one of the best viewing vantages on the national circuit.

Should any local businesses wish to advertise in the racecard, please contact PRO Stephen Cass on 086 3037961.

The first race on Sunday takes place at 12.30 pm, and patrons are reminded there is ample parking available at the track. Entry is €8 and free for under 16’s.

Fozzy Stack celebrated his first jumping winner FOZZY Stack celebrated his first jumping winner with his first runner in that sphere when Carlo Biraghi won the 2m maiden hurdle at Punchestown on Monday.

Ridden by Danny Mullins, the 12/1 chance ran out a clear-cut winner and Stack has plans for the four-year-old that include Cheltenham, Aintree and summer races on the Flat like the Chester Cup and Ebor Handicap.

At the same meeting, Ballymacady trainer Aidan Fogarty won the novice handicap hurdle with Gliondar Mo Chroi, which was ridden by Mark Enright. The 6/1 chance got on top close to the line to deny 7/2 favourite British Art.

Father Jed ran out the winner at Fairyhouse FATHER Jed ran out the 25/1 winner of the 2m4f handicap hurdle at Fairyhouse on Tuesday for Templemore trainer John Ryan and owners Pat Morrissey and Adam Lloyd.

Tommy Brett rode the winner and Ryan is looking forward to sending the eight-year-old over fences.

Kilossera Point-to-Point Races

Gavin Ryan rode the first double of his career at Dundalk

This Sunday, 27th January 1st race 12.30 p.m.

KILLENAULE apprentice Gavin Ryan rode the first double of his career at Dundalk on Friday. He teamed up with Jim Bolger on both, landing the 10f handicap on 9/2 shot McGuigan and following up on the well-backed 4/1 favourite Latchet in the second division of the 8f handicap. The 18year-old now has 16 winners to his name.

(By kind permission of the landowners) SPONSORS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1st race Topline Currans 2nd race Bridgie Terries 3rd race Tom Fleming Equine Dentist 4th race Al Eile Stud 5th race Murray’s Pharmacy 6th race Country Store

HENRY De Bromhead enjoyed mixed fortunes at Thurles on Sunday but left with a winner thanks to the veteran The King Of Brega. With Daniel Holden in the saddle, the 12year-old headed the gambled-on 7/2 favourite Ask Nile before the final hurdle and went away to score by six and a half lengths for owners the BMW Partnership at odds of 7/1.

De Bromhead commented, “He seems to be improving with age and is a pleasure to have in the yard. He has thrived on the good ground and I don't know when he'll get a break at this rate. We are getting pretty high in the ratings now but I've no race in mind. He does want a break at some stage.”

Upcoming Fixtures McGuigan and Gavin Ryan winners of the Fastfix Handicap Dundalk Stadium.

[Patrick McCann/Racing Post]

Gowran Park - Thursday, January 24 (Goffs Thyestes Day) (First Race 12.45) Dundalk - Friday, January 25 (First Race 5.30) Fairyhouse - Saturday, January 26 (First Race 12.30) Naas - Sunday, January 27 (First Race 1.20)