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Council meeting adjourned in remembrance of Berkeley victims

By Paul Mooney

students and one Irish-American, when the balcony they were standing on collapsed in the American town of Berkeley, near San Fransisco, California, on Tuesday, 16th June.

Seven other students were seriously injured in the collapse, including 21-yearold Jack Halpin, a Dublin native and UCD student with family connections in Ballymacarbry.

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COMERAGH District Council adjourned its monthly meeting for five minutes as a mark of respect for the victims of the Berkeley balcony tragedy, which claimed the lives of six young students.

The entire Irish nation, both at home and abroad were shocked and stunned when it learned of the deaths of five Irish

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Deasy: Strong perception locally that he was poorly treated by Department THE Department of Agriculture has told Waterford TD John Deasy that it will direct a special steering committee to review the circumstances in which a Dungarvan farmer was compelled to slaughter 4,000 pigs at a loss of almost €750,000.

Speaking at last Thursday’s meeting of the Dáil Public Accounts Committee, which discussed the Department’s handling of the 2002 mass destruction of pigs at the Ballinamuck farm of Tom Galvin, Secretary General

Aidan O’Driscoll said they would not allow a similar situation to unfold again.

“There’s no doubt about that.There are many aspects of this that we wouldn’t handle the same way. If we did allow on-farm slaughter we would supervise the whole thing,” said Mr. O’Driscoll.

Outlining the case history, he told how traces of Carbadox — banned in the EU in 1999 because of its carcinogenic properties but still legal in the United States — were found in a pig carcass traced to Mr.

Galvin’s farm, where officials later found several bags of the product.

Mr. Galvin was convicted under animal remedy regulations but successfully appealed the verdict. The Department did not defend the appeal on the basis that the Supreme Court had decided that the Minister did not have the right to amend regulations.

Deputy Deasy, vicechairman of the PAC, told the Secretary General: “When it comes to Tom Galvin, I have to say he’s someone who’s very well

The Dáil Public Accounts Committee meeting with Deputy John Deasy (left) and Aidan O’Driscoll (right), Secretary General at the Department of Agriculture. regarded and the feeling locally would be that the Department treated him poorly, and that’s my own subjective view having looked at the evidence”.

Deputy Deasy said he formed this opinion “regardless of the constraints Department officials might have been under

when it comes to the rules and regulations in dealing with animals suspected of being diseased, or fed things allegedly that would affect the food chain adversely”.

Mr. O’Driscoll, stressing he had “no axe to grind” with Mr. Galvin and “he could well be a fine person, as you’ve said”, explained

why officials entered the farm and that the farmer admitted spreading the product on the floor of his pig pens.

“Once that admission was made, effectively the pigs had to be slaughtered,” he said. No further testing took place.

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Local pig farmer’s case to be reviewed FROM FRONT PAGE Deputy Deasy wondered why not, if only for clarity’s sake.

Mr. O’Driscoll acknowledged “there must have been a test we could have done, yes.”

The Fine Gael TD disagreed with his contention that “there would have been nothing served” by testing the pigs on the farm.

“If it had produced “incontrovertible evidence as to what might have gone into the food chain, I think it would have solved an awful lot of problems subsequently.”

Though accepting the Department has to act in cases involving threats to the food chain, “I think you made a mistake - and left a real grey area about the state of those pigs - by not going down that road [testing],” Deputy Deasy said.

Mr. O’Driscoll agreed that this was a reasonable assessment.

The Department had told Mr. Galvin to have the pigs destroyed in an approved plant as they must not enter the food chain. Instead, he asked to carrying out the slaughter on his property using a humane killer.

The Secretary General said the disposal of the carcasses was supervised by a Department official at all times. Around 25 percent of the slaughter was overseen by a veterinary official and it was done “meticulously”.

Mr. O’Driscoll - who refuted an allegation that a Department official overseeing the slaughter had handed Mr Galvin a lump hammer and told him to finish the job - said he understood that about ten animals were killed in this way before the vet inter-

vened and took away the hammer.

Deputy Deasy said that for the Department to admit it wouldn’t allow such a scenario to unfold again “is significant”.

The fact that the Veterinary Council had exonerated the vets involved was “fair enough” but “that doesn’t mean that things that happened were done properly” or that this “should have occurred the way that it did.”

Mr. O’Driscoll said: “You’re quite right - if we did this again I’m quite sure we wouldn’t do it in the same way and in the same circumstances”.

“In particular, if we did allow on-farm slaughter by the farmer I think we would supervise the entire thing. Would we allow [it] at all? I don’t know, I’d be unwilling to say definitely not,” said Mr. O’Driscoll.

Deputy Deasy said: “It amazes me that when it comes to the obvious, potentially devastating financial result that did occur that only 25% of the slaughter was actually supervised” - compounded by the fact that procedures didn’t change even after the alleged use of a lump hammer; which Mr. O’Driscoll regarded as “a fair point”.

Having been “constructively made [to] slaughter those pigs himself,” he deemed it “understandable” why Mr. Galvin asked permission to do so on his own farm, given that he’s gone to a couple of abattoirs who refused, presumably because they didn’t want any potentially contaminated pigs going into the foods chain. Plus,“it was probably the cheaper option at the time.”

Mr. O’Driscoll had “no prob-

lem with that interpretation”.

The only other option would have been to bring a professional slaughterman onto the farm, “and I think if we were doing it again that option would be quite a prominent one.”

In his opinion, “The key error we made was not having one hundred percent supervision.”

However, Deputy Deasy maintained this was “not the only mistake really”. First off, when that singular pig was believed to have tested positive, the Department left Mr. Galvin “remain in a state of limbo for three months.”

He couldn’t understand how, “if it was so crucial that those pigs were slaughtered, why did you wait three months? It seems to me it really was a haphazard approach by the Department”.

During that time, the pigs got sick, disease spread, medicines were taken away from the farmer, and he moved animals in that interim period; “probably because he needed cash to keep going.”

The Secretary General said because Mr. Galvin contested the slaughter order in the High Court, which found against him, a lot of delay before the slaughter took place “related to those legal issues.”

Deputy Deasy also said Mr. Galvin “would contend that the manner in which those pigs were slaughtered was not correct”.

Mr. O’Driscoll said the method the farmer had used was very widely applied in the UK during the swine fever outbreak two years previously.

Another option was the Department could have taken

over the pigs and got them slaughtered - but the legal advice was that it would have ended up having to pay significant compensation.

“Would that have been a better outcome?” the Secretary General asked. “Not for the taxpayer.”

But, Deputy Deasy said: “You could certainly make the argument, for fairness sake, it might have been the best option”.

He added that, notwithstanding the disease risks associated with the movement of animals and so on, “there’s also the question of treating somebody fairly, and when I look at this I think, actually, he was treated poorly”.

On account of a product that’s still not banned in the U.S. to this day, he’d been left out of pocket to the amount of €0.75m.

With a 2005 review of the case conducted without Mr. Galvin’s input, and its findings still unpublished, Deputy Deasy said: “I think your new steering group within the Department should take another look at this, for the sake of fairness to the individual in question who was put out of business... and at least offer him the opportunity, outside of an adversarial setting, to make his case”.

The Secretary General had “no difficulty with that” and said the best thing he could do was to refer the 2005 internal report to the steering group for its consideration, and also hand it over to the PAC. Mr. Galvin could make a submission to the steering group, “if he wants to contest anything that’s in the report, or just present his own narrative”.

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Archeological survey to be carried out at Gallows Hill

Dungarvan is named.

As part of July’s 800 year celebration of Dungarvan’s Town Charter, Waterford County Museum in association with residents from the surrounding area have organised a Community Archaeology Project that will attempt to find the answer.

When, after the Norman invasion of Ireland in 1179

A Motte and Bailey Castle. Copyright 2002 by Jeffrey L. Thomas.

resulted in the establishment of a strong base in the city of Waterford.

The Normans viewed the Dungarvan area as the gateway through which expansion into Munster by way of the Blackwater Valley could be most easily achieved.

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ON the 11th and 12th July the first geophysical survey of Gallows Hill will begin to answer the speculation that has surrounded the mound for centuries.

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The Gallows Hill project has been funded by Waterford City and County Council..

The aim of the Gallows Hill Community Archaeology Project is to test the theory with a geophysical survey of the Hill with the help of community Geophysicist Kevin Barton and members of the local community.

Geophysical survey is a technique which allows Archaeologists to create maps of archaeological features and traces of human activities beneath the earth’s soil without carrying out an excavation.

The results of the survey planned on Gallows Hill could help to establish it as Dungarvan’s oldest standing monument.

The weekend of discovery will commence Friday, 10th July, at 7.00 p.m. with a talk by Geophysicist Kevin Barton in the Town Hall.

The survey will run all day on Saturday, 11th and Sunday, 12th July.

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Book of Condolence opened in Dungarvan for Berkeley balcony tragedy MAYOR of Waterford City and County, Cllr. James Tobin, opened a Book of Condolence last Friday morning, to allow the people of County Waterford to express their sympathies to the families and friends of those victims who died in the Berkeley balcony collapse in San Francisco, USA. Five Irish students died when the fourth floor balcony they were standing on

collapsed and plummeted nearly 13 metres to the ground, in Berkeley, California, last Tuesday, 16th June.

One American also died in the tragedy, while seven others were seriously injured.

The students were celebrating a 21st birthday at the time when the balcony broke loose under the weight of 13 people and fell to the ground.

Olivia Burke, Niccolai Schuster, Eoghan Culligan, Eimear Walsh, and Lorcán Miller, all 21 years old and from Ireland, along with their Irish-American friend, Ashley Donohoe (22), died in the tragedy.

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Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. James Tobin, opens a Book of Condolence at Dungarvan Civic Offices, to allow the people of County Waterford to express their sympathies to the families and friends of those victims who died in the Berkeley balcony collapse in San Francisco, USA. Murray, Jack Halpin, Conor Flynn and Clodagh Cogley.

An investigation into what caused the collapse of the balcony is still ongoing, with the results of the

investigation expected to be known at a later stage.

Mayor Tobin expressed his personal sympathy to all who have suffered the loss of loved ones and at this

time his thoughts and prayers are with all those who have been affected by this terrible tragedy.

The book of condolence is available for signing in

the foyer of the Civic Offices in Dungarvan and City Hall in Waterford between the hours of 9.30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. Monday to Friday.

Council meeting adjourned in remembrance of Berkeley victims FROM FRONT PAGE Jack was described a hero after he grabbed Clodagh Cogley and helped to break her fall when the balcony collapsed.

At the Comeragh meeting held last Monday evening, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan suspended standing orders to propose a vote of sympathy to the families who lost loved ones in the tragedy. The vote of sympathy and adjournment of

the meeting was unanimously supported by all the Councillors.

“Six young adults were taken from us too soon last Tuesday,” said Cllr.

O’Ryan.

“From that moment, a cloud of grief descended upon the entire country and indeed County Waterford, the diaspora and still remains with us,” he said.

“Our thoughts go out to the families of this massive tragedy, and the

sad moment will always be remembered by Irish folk for decades to come.

“Over the next few days, burials will take place around our capital and communities will rally together in Ireland as they always do and share the burden with those most affected, like the Irish phrase ‘Ar scáth a chéile a mhaireann na daoine’. Our thoughts go out to the families, friends and communities in Dublin.”

Cllr. O’Ryan noted the local link to one of the victims of the tragedy, Jack Halpin.

Jack’s father, Johnny, was born in Ballymacarbry and left the area in the late 1970s to pursue his profession.

Cllr. O’Ryan said Jack received serious injuries during the balcony collapse in Berkeley and underwent major surgery, but thankfully, the operation was deemed a success and doctors are confident

that Jack will make a full recovery.

“The local community is delighted to hear that young Jack is convalescing,” said Cllr. O’Ryan.

He said the Halpin family are synonymous with the Ballymacarbry area - “Josephine and Paddy ran a shop and petrol pumps for several years across from the local school; they are also still very involved in both Ceoltas and GAA circles locally; Ann, who cur-

rently teaches at my school in Ballymacarbry; and Paudie, who is a current selector with both Nire and Fourmilewater Clubs; and Siobhán lives locally,” Cllr. O’Ryan said.

“Their uncle, and young Jack’s grand-uncle whom he is named after Jack Halpin again - played for Waterford in an AllIreland final in 1938.”

He said the Halpin family are grateful for all the messages of support

they have received from around the area.

“They have received tremendous support from the area and into the county,” said Cllr.

O’Ryan.

Cllr. O’Ryan said he speaks for the people of the Comeragh in praying for the remaining casualties and that they make a speedy recovery, and to remember those who died in the tragedy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anamacha go leir.

Irish pull together in times of tragedy

By Paul Mooney THE Irish pull together in times of tragedy and no more so than when abroad, which is exactly what happened following the tragic event which occurred in the American town of Berkeley, California, last Tuesday, 16th June.

A balcony on a fourth floor apartment collapsed under the weight of 13 students who were celebrating a 21st birthday, six of those students (five Irish and

one Irish-American) were killed in the tragedy, while seven were seriously injured.

A stunned disbelief reverberated around the Irish diaspora in America and into every community back home in Ireland, followed by shock that such a terrible event could happen to young people who had their whole lives ahead of them.

They were on a J1 Visa, which allows students to work and travel in the USA for up to four months.

Owen Leahy (20), a UCC

student from Tourin, Cappoquin, and a former pupil of Blackwater Community School, Lismore, is also on a J1 Visa in America and is based in Los Angeles.

While Los Angeles is several hours away from Berkeley, Owen said that nonetheless, the effects of the tragedy have been felt all along America’s Western coastline, from San Fransisco, to Los Angeles, and further south to San Diego.

Those who lost their lives in the Berkeley tragedy were in

America for the same reason as Owen - to have an experience of a lifetime to remember.

Speaking to the Dungarvan Observer from Los Angeles, Owen said he woke on the morning the news broke about the balcony collapse, and it was total shock.

“There is a close knit community of Irish here and the news really shocked everyone,” said Owen.

“Even though we are several hours from Berkeley, it still has affected us and our thoughts go

out to the victims and their families.”

Owen said that there are lots of events taking place up and down the west coast of America in remembrance of the students who lost their lives.

A procession, as well as Mass and a candlelit vigil is being held as far south as San Diego, while Chinese lanterns were released in Los Angeles in a remembrance ceremony at the weekend, and a remembrance Mass was held in San Francisco last Sunday.

“It is great to see the Irish community coming together in times of tragedy,” said Owen, who attended the releasing of lanterns event in Los Angeles.

A fundraising page was set up by the San Francisco-based Irish Immigration Pastoral Centre on www.gofundme.com called ‘Irish J1 Berkeley Tragedy Fund’ which is raising funds for the students affected by the tragedy and their families, and has so far raised in excess of €226,000 ($200,000 US dollars).

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FEATURE

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Moore’s Garden Machiner y celebrates e x p a n s i o n i n t o D u n g a r va n

Pictured, left to right: Eric Moore, Proprietor of Moore’s Garden Machinery; with staff members, Liam O’Sullivan and Ivan Keegan.

MOORE’S Garden Machinery has been operating in West Waterford for the past seven years, and is celebrating its recent expansion into Dungarvan.

The business, which provides sales, service and repairs of garden machinery, as well as stockists of lawnmowers, strimmers, hedgecutters, chainsaws, and other garden electrical and power equipment, opened its new premises at Dungarvan Business Park last year.

The new store is located in a spacious unit at

Dungarvan Business Park, with ample parking for customers.

Moore’s Garden Machinery was started by proprietor, Eric Moore in 2008, and continues to operate in Lismore, as well as its new store in Dungarvan, and has gone from strength to strength, providing people of County Waterford with the very best in garden machinery, as well as other equipment, such as power tools, quads, generators, mixers, power washers, motorbikes, cycles, go-carts,

consaws, outboards, and much more, including repair of garden machinery and power tools.

Car / van bulbs, batteries and wipers are also fitted, while you wait.

Eric’s team comprises of Ivan Keegan and Liam O’Sullivan who ensure a skilled service and quality repairs for all customers.

Liam celebrated his 85th birthday last week.

Moore’s Garden Machinery are authorised service agents of Briggs and Stratton - one of the world’s largest producers

of air-cooled petrol engines for outdoor power equipment.

To celebrate their expansion into Dungarvan, Moore’s Garden Machinery are offering a free service within the first year for customers who purchase a brand new lawnmower.

Moore’s Garden Machinery, Unit 2B3 Dungarvan Business Park, are open Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. and Saturday, 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Tel: 058-45261; Mobile: 087-7660336.

Pictured above are some of a selection of lawnmowers for sale at Moore’s Garden Machinery, at their new store in Dungarvan Business Park.

Eric Moore, proprietor of Moore’s Garden Machinery, in the new shop at Dungarvan Business Park.

Some of the other products sold by Moore’s Garden Machinery, including chainsaws and hedgestrimmers; strimmers; lawnmowers and ride-on lawnmowers.

Easy to find - the Dungarvan base for Moore’s Garden Machinery is located at Dungarvan Business Park, Shandon, Dungarvan.

Moore’s Garden Machinery are authorised service agents of Briggs and Stratton - one of the world’s largest producers of air-cooled petrol engines for outdoor power equipment.

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Council ‘caught for time’ is excuse for skipping ‘vital’ Notices of Motion THE running of the monthly meeting at Waterford City and County Council came in for sharp criticism at the June meeting of the local authority, after ‘Notice of Motions’ listed on the agenda was skipped.

Deputy Mayor, Cllr.

Jason Murphy, was chairing the meeting on short notice, as Mayor, Cllr. James Tobin, was unable to make the meeting due to a family bereavement.

At the end of the June meeting, Cllr. Murphy noted the time, which was several minutes to 7.00 p.m.

and said “time is against us”, and moved from item 12 on the agenda (Correspondence) to item 14 which was ‘Any Other Business’.

‘Notice of Motions’ was listed as item 13 on the agenda.

However, it was noted that there were only two Notice of Motions and it would only take ‘five or ten minutes’ to complete.

One of the motions proposed that Waterford City and County Council calls on the government to immediately cease domestic water charges; immediately stop the installation of water

meters across the country; recognise that Irish Water is not fit for purpose and should be abolished; and cease the threat of taking water charges frome people’s salary, pension / social welfare benefits, as currently planned.

The second motion proposed that Waterford City and County Council calls on the government to protect rural Post Offices by ring fencing and enhancing the services they provide and to implement the proposals put forward by the Irish Postmasters’ Union.

Both motions were described as “vital” and would only “take five or ten minutes”.

However, Cllr. Murphy insisted the meeting had to finish by 7.00 p.m.

He pointed out that he did not rush through the meeting and got through most of the agenda, but due to time constraints at the end, he was unable to take item 13 on the agenda – Notices of Motion.

Cllr. Murphy expressed his thanks to Councillors for their patience, as it was his first time chairing a meeting of the Council.

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Conway supports Post Offices by getting commitment to change forms LABOUR T.D. for Waterford Ciara Conway is welcoming a commitment from the Tánaiste to the Labour Parliamentary Party that she is to amend the recently revised application forms for a range of DSP payments.

Deputy Conway commented “The revised Social Protection forms had recommended direct payments to bank accounts and this was being interpreted by postmasters around the country as the DSP directing payments away from

the Post Office network around the country and here in Waterford.”

“There is no doubt that having Social Welfare payments paid directly into bank accounts has been, and will continue to be the choice of many and possibly the

majority of applicants - but it should not be as a result of direction from the Department which could result in a disadvantage to post offices.”

“I am delighted that the Tánaiste has responded to concerns raised by myself

and many of my Labour Party colleagues and that she has directed her officials to amend the forms to address the concerns raised.

I look forward now to a speedy implementation of that decision.”

184 people homeless in Waterford “an indictment of the society we live in” UP to 184 people seeking homeless services from the local authority in County Waterford is “an indictment of the society we live in today”, the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council was told.

Cllr. John O’Leary noted in the monthly management report that in the year, up until 29th May, 2015, 184 people presented themselves to Waterford City and County Council offices seeking homeless services.

In a breakdown of those figures, 32 people sought homeless services from the Council in January; 40 people in February; 45 people in March; 32 people in April; and 35 in May. The report stated that 58 single people and 15 families were in homeless accommodation in Waterford at 24th April, 2015.

In a breakdown of those figures, two people were in an emergency B&B (single persons); one family was in an emergency B&B (families); 50 people were in supported temporary accommodation (singles); 13 families were in supported temporary accommodation (families); six people were in supported temporary accommodation (transitional, singles); and one family was in supported temporary accommodation (transitional, families).

Cllr. O’Leary noted that 184 people in total have been classed as ‘homeless’ in Waterford and described it as: “an indictment of the society we live in today”.

He said the Council “doesn’t seem to be making progress in housing”, after also noting figures for the housing strategy, which aims to build 700 houses

between 2015 and 2020.

In Waterford, there was a total number of housing applications of 333 between January and May, 2015, 112 of which were validated and 207 which were approved.

“I feel sorry for single people, because it seems they are left on the backfoot, and never come to the fore in getting permanent accommodation,” said Cllr.O’Leary.

Cllr. John Hearne said the problem with housing was a national problem which lay with the government, and said it was a “national disgrace”.

“I was in court last week and there were 34 more houses repossessed,” said Cllr. Hearne.

“The Council only gave out 17 houses last month.

We are digging a massive hole, but the problem is with national government,”

he said.

Cllr. Hearne said the Council should also be “brutally honest” with housing applicants and tell them how long they expect to be on the waiting list.

“If we know the applicant won’t get a house for four years, then we should be brutally honest and tell them, rather than wasting their time, and stringing them along.”

Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said there would be no new builds of Council houses this side of 2020 in the city east ward district and urged the local area Councillors to help the Council source land to build on in that area.

Mr. McCarthy said the Council was conscious of not having land to build on in the city east ward district, but was working on it and hoped to sort the matter.

Attending the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM 2015 were Pat Whyte, Whyte’s Corner Ltd.; Paul O'Gorman, Permanent TSB; Janos Bartos, SGC Cinema, and David Reynolds, Sherry/Fitzgerald/Reynolds.

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‘Detailed response’ expected from Council on estate painting scheme A ‘DETAILED response’ will be expected from Waterford Council on why residents in a Dungarvan estate were made to pay an extra €3.00 per month on top of their rent to fund the painting of their estate, which was only done once in the past 13 years.

Cllr. Siobhán Whelan raised the issue at the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council meeting, saying it was a scheme introduced in the Dungarvan area, where the tenants of one local authority housing estate were paying an extra €3.00 per

month on top of their rent to fund a painting scheme for the estate every four years.

“One tenant told me that in the past 13 years, his house was only painted once!” Cllr.Whelan told the meeting.

Senior Engineer, Pat

McCarthy said the issue was discussed at the last Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) meeting on housing, and the matter is due to come back before the SPC meeting.

He said a ‘detailed response’ will be given, going forward.

Attending the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM 2015 were Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Christine O'Donovan, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] and Irial MacMhurcu, Nemeton, guest speaker.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Success in Dublin for two young Dungarvan Coders ON 13th June CoderDojo's annual awards ceremony, The Coolest Projects Awards, took place in the Main Hall at the RDS in Dublin. CoderDojo is a rapidly expanding and very popular organisation of volunteer run computing clubs for young people.The Coolest Projects Awards, now in its fourth year, is the largest competition of its kind in the world and provides young programmers who attend their local CoderDojos with an opportunity to showcase their achievements and to have their innovation recognised and rewarded.

There are currently over 700 CoderDojos worldwide and this year participants from Ireland and the rest of Europe entered more than 500 projects in categories which included, Websites, Hardware, Mobile and Games. High profile sponsors such as Intel, Zendesk, UPC, Microsoft, RTE, and Liberty Global provided sponsorship for the event and the RDS welcomed 5,000 visitors on the day.

Of the 47 regular attendees, thirteen young people between the ages of nine and sixteen from CoderDojo Dungarvan (based in the Fusion Centre, next to the Sports Centre), travelled to Dublin with their projects to participate in the competition.

David Foley, Jose Jay, Matthew Hurley, Daniel Walsh, Ryan McCraith, Ozzy Walsh, David Roche, Dara Baumann, John David

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White, Kyle Walsh, Tianze Cheng, Eoin O'Hara and Joe Walsh all represented Dungarvan with projects involving everything from robots and 3D prints to websites and games.

The RDS was a hive of activity during he event with excitement and anticipation echoing throughout. While robots walked amongst the crowd, stage talks given by leaders in the industry served to inspire the next generation of innovators. While ideas and inventions were pitched to sponsors an opportunity to

turn your head into a speaker at one of the hack spaces could not be resisted!

But the overwhelming feeling on the day was one of awe and admiration for the raw talent possessed by those who are so young.

Young people from around the country presented an array of amazing projects which included a communications aid for the disabled, a CNC mill, a simple computer, an app to keep children safe, an online event booking system, and a game to teach conservation of our oceans to name just

a few. After a day spent presenting projects at their stands, pitching them in front of the cameras on the innovation stage and enjoying Occulus Rifts, Apple watches, drones, wearable technology, and 3d printers at the many hack spaces, team Dungarvan joined hundreds of other Ninjas to fill the Concert Hall for the Awards Ceremony while parents, friends, mentors and members of the public watched the results unfold as the footage streamed into the Main Arena to be viewed on huge screens.

Kyle Walsh and John David White, both members of CoderDojo Dungarvan, and pupils of Garranbane NS, did their CoderDojo mentor, Aoife O'Brien, proud by upstaging the 71 other international website entries and becoming the overall win-

Mentor Aoife O'Brien with her champion students, Kyle Walsh and John David White.

John David White and Kyle Walsh, winners of the website category at Coolest Projects 2015 with Stephen Byrne RTE, James Whelton, Mary Dunphy Moloney CEO CoderDojo and the runners-up.

ners of the category. The boys impressed the judges with their book review website which enables young readers to find and/or create book reviews on their latest reads or possible purchases. The boys worked together writing pages of code and coming up with ideas to make the vision they had of their website become a reality.

They more than deserve

their super cool prize, a Microsoft Surface Pro which was sponsored by Zendesk. It turns out that the lads are not only brilliant programmers but are great salesmen as well! They didn't just win first place in the website category but also managed to bag an Innovators Stage Award for their pitch. Aoife, a Web Designer, is one of the founder members of

CoderDojo Dungarvan and continues to volunteer as mentor to Ninjas on a weekly basis in the Fusion Centre. Aoife teaches the programming languages necessary for building websites such as HTML, CSS and Javascript and the boys have been part of her group on Saturday mornings in the club since they joined CoderDojo Dungarvan sixteen months ago.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

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DUNGARVAN Pharmaceutical plant Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Ltd. has received planning permission for a new car park at its site at the IDA Business Park in Clogherane.

The planning application (File 15/104 @Waterfordcouncil.ie) pertains to ‘176 space surface car park of 1 Ha. in area, a pedestrian walkway, access control barrier, pedestrian crossing lighting, landscaping and boundary treatments, bicycle track and a bicycle parking area on an

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According to its own website, Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories in Ireland “provides microbial, chemical and biologics analysis to the pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device industries throughout the US, Europe and Japan.” It employs 120 workers

in Dungarvan.

The permission was granted after June’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting agreed to rezone the land from open space to facilitate the proposal. The land sits adjacent to Dungarvan GAA club, from whom the company purchased it earlier this year.

Cathaoirleach Cllr. Damien Geoghegan told June’s meeting that he welcomed the application as effectively a joint undertaking that saw a sporting organisation and big businesses collaborating to mutual benefit.

Historic graveyards to be tidied three times a year OLD historic graveyards in West Waterford will be cleaned up in the coming weeks, with a commitment to carry out such work three times a year.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell said he was delighted to announce that the historic graveyards at Hacketstown, Old Parish and Grange will be tidied up shortly.

“I’ve also received a commitment from the Council that those graveyards will be cleaned and tidied up three times a year,” said Cllr. O’Donnell.

“I delighted with that news, because Hacketstown graveyard dates back to the 14th Century,” he pointed out.

“It is sad to see such old graveyards become overgrown and unkept, because some peo-

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Cllr. O’Donnell expressed thanks to Engineers, Josephine McGrath, David Campion and Pat McCarthy for their help and assistance.

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EDITORIAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Free education – not an impossibility IT is ironic in some ways that it was in Dungarvan that the then Minister for Education, Donogh O’Malley first announced publicly that secondary education in Ireland would henceforth be free to students. It is believed that as he was about to deliver his scripted speech, the then Taoiseach Sean Lemass leaned forward, took the script and crossed out the reference to ‘means-tested’.

Today, we have neither free primary education nor even means-tested education; everyone pays, regardless of their means. Of course, this is not called fees these days, it is a contribution here, a collection there and a charge for something else. All for a saving of a little over 100 million euro. That is not an inconsiderable sum, but in the context of the tens of billions we budget for each year, it is little more than a pittance.

This does not need to be brought to the attention of hard-pressed parents of primary school children, they know all about it, but many others in the population, not least the Government, do not seem to realise the hardships which parents are under, some of them sending children to the three levels of education and seriously feeling the burden as a result.

This inequitable situation was highlighted last week by Barnardos, the children’s agency, as children are changing classes and being given new booklists which will cost a great deal more than many parents can afford.

Before ever uniforms are taken into account, the cost per child, depending on the school, could approach €200, a genuine hardship on those with several children attending school.

The Government says it has money to spend in the next budget. Naturally they have, having squeezed the taxpayer and just about every disadvantaged sector in our society, for more taxes or alternatively, have offered only reduced services.

We have over 300,000 people unemployed, a figure that

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate is masked by employment schemes, internships and other poorly paid substitutes for a decent job. We have almost 50,000 people on hospital waiting lists; patients of 100 years are spending days on trolleys before getting a hospital bed.

Yet, high on the list of priorities for the Government’s largesse is the restoration of pay cuts to public employees, some of whom already earn substantially more than they need to live comfortably. In less straitened times, no one would grudge highly qualified personnel, the fruits of their many years of study and relative hardship, but until such time as people are treated in hospital properly, or not have to incur grave hardship to educate their children, any pay restoration has to be modest at best.

It is clear that the election campaign has started and that resources are being diverted to where they will have greatest electoral results rather than the relief of hardship. And that is cynical in the extreme.

Interference from United Nations DESPITE the high ideals of the founders of the United Nations and the aspirations of its various charters, it is an organisation which has not always covered itself in glory.

Our troops abroad serving on UN peacekeeping duties found themselves on more than one occasion at a distinct disadvantage because of questionable policies and suspected underhand dealings of the umbrella organisation.

The Irish Army heroes of Jadotville in The Congo could

easily attest to that.

There have been financial scandals and other abuses diametrically opposed to the aims and aspirations of the organisation and its house is anything but a model of propriety.

Now, from reports of hearing held in Geneva earlier this month, the UN is reported to be unhappy with this country’s policy on abortion and has called, through its Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, for a change in our attitude and laws on the wide question of abortion.

Firstly, this country’s policy on the difficult and divisive question of abortion is clearly enunciated in this country’s Constitution, Bunreacht na hEireann. That is a matter solely for the people of Ireland and any interference, actual or implied by an outside body or agency, even one as powerful and representative as the UN should be told to keep out of our domestic constitutional affairs.

They do not have the right and are not in a position to call for a Referendum on any element of our Constitution which has been endorsed by a majority of those voting in successive referenda.

If and when the people of this country indicate and the sovereign government facilitates a proposal to change our Constitution, then that will be the time to do it.

It is surprising in the extreme that this course has not been pointed out by our Government representatives at the Conference, which dealt with a wide range of matters concerning economic, social and cultural rights.

The committee also called for the 2013 Protection of Life During Pregnancy Act to be amended to clarify what constitutes a real and substantive risk to the life of a pregnant woman.

The Committee also delved into our poor record in the Magdalene laundries, something of which we are all painfully aware. It also questioned and called for a change in our school admissions policies and the cuts in services which have hit the lowest paid and unemployed the hardest.

These are matters to be dealt with domestically and should not be the domain of influences outside our jurisdiction.

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Líadan Ni Lonáin, Béibhinn Ni Riordáin, Niamh Hayes and Iona Tanner created beautiful artistry on children’s faces at the Dungarvan Raft Race Challenge in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers. [Joan Clancy]

Council observes a minute’s silence

Ann Quinn and Clare Clancy formed part of the flotilla of safety kayakers at the Dungarvan Raft Race Challenge in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers.

[Martin Landers]

WATERFORD City and County Council observed a minute’s silence at its June meeting as a mark of respect on the passing of a family member of Mayor James Tobin’s family.

Chairing the meeting, Deputy Mayor Cllr. Jason Murphy noted the significance of the meeting, as it was the last meeting of the first year of the inaugural amalgamated Council, before a new Mayor is elected.

He said that Mayor

Tobin was unable to attend due to the death of his brother-in-law, Paddy Ahern, from Cork.

Cllr. Murphy led the Council in a minute’s silence as a mark of respect on the death of Mayor Tobin’s brother-in-law.

VOTE OF SYMPATHY TO DENNIS SHEEHAN FAMILY Following the minute’s silence, further votes of sympathy were proposed for the recently deceased in the county.

Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan proposed a vote of sympathy to the family of the late Dennis Sheehan, U2 Tour Manager, who lived locally, at Ballyconnery, Dungarvan, and died in Los Angeles, USA, on 27th May, last, where U2 were performing a five night gig as part of their ‘Innocence and Experience’ Tour.

Cllr.

Geoghegan described Mr. Sheehan as “a modest and sincere gentleman”.

“He travelled all over the world many times and loved coming back to Dungarvan,” said Cllr.

Geoghegan.

“He was recognised in his field at being the best at what he did and honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award,” he added.

All Councillors concurred with the sentiments expressed for the recently deceased.

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US Ambassador would favour a visit to Dungarvan

By Tom Keith LAST Friday afternoon, in the luxurious surroundings of Waterford Castle Hotel, Waterford Chamber President Michael O¹Dwyer welcomed U.S. Ambassador Kevin F. O’Malley on his first official visit to Waterford.

Ambassador O’Malley was the guest speaker at the Waterford Chamber President’s Lunch which hosted a capacity crowd, including Minister of State for the Department of the Environment, Paudie Coffey, TD; Waterford City & County Council CEO Michael Walsh, WIT President Prof. Willie Donnelly and Anne-Marie Tierney Le Roux, Regional Director, IDA Ireland.

Welcoming the Ambassador, Mr. O’Dwyer said that it had been a difficult week for our two communities with the tragedy at Berkeley which has been heartfelt, not just across Ireland but around the world.

“Today is about strengthening our business ties with the US,” he said. “We also now stand united in sadness. Ambassador, can I thank you personally for all your hard work over the past few days and extend a very warm welcome to you and to your wife Dena.”

Mr. O’Dwyer went on to speak of the positivity, determination and renewed sense of hope that is evident in the business community at present, making reference to the groundbreaking ceremony at West Pharma in the City earlier in the week, along with the positive news in relation to job creation and significant investments which are ongoing in the region.

Replying and maintaining the positive theme, Ambassador O’Malley said that he was delighted to be in Waterford.

“There is a long history of strong commercial, educational and cultural linkages between the U.S. and Waterford,” he said. “The Chamber’s vision of Waterford as a ‘Vibrant Gateway’ has wide-reaching benefits not only for the local economy and community, but for the region as a whole.”

At a press briefing before

the lunch, the Ambassador was informed that Dungarvan has very close links with the United States through the Sister City relationship with Erie Pennsylvania and the Study Abroad Programme of Mercyhurst University which has seen over 250 US students come to the town for their ten or twelve week Semester over the past six years.

It was also drawn to the attention of Ambassador O’Malley that Dungarvan has the only public memorial in Ireland to the victims of the 9/11 attacks in 2001.

Close co-operation with Mercyhurst University also sees the fourth Global Intelligence Forum being held in Dungarvan in two weeks time.

In all the circumstances, would he consider visiting Dungarvan, he was asked.

“I would be delighted to come,” replied the Ambassador. “This is my first visit to Waterford, but it will not be my last.”

When asked if his time in Ireland had lived up to expectations, he said that he and his wife Dena had been talking about that earlier in the morning and they were agreed that it had far surpassed their expectations.

“This is the most welcoming people on earth,” he continued, “and we have been received so well, it has been a delight to be here.

The tragedy in Berkeley has made it a difficult time, and one which we will get through, but it has been a truly remarkable stay so far and one we are looking forward to more and more.”

“Ireland has always stood with the United States,” he continued, “in our moments of great triumph and in our moments of great tragedy. The events of 9/11 were proof of that and we drew strength from knowing that you understood what was going on.”

Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan, Chairman of the Dungarvan / Lismore Municipal Council said he would be pleased to extend a formal invitation to Ambassador O’Malley to further cement the ties between the communities of Dungarvan and West Waterford and those of Erie, Pa and the wider United States.

“I would be delighted to

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Care Home could close due to traffic safety appeal

By Christy Parker A WEST Waterford Care Centre is facing possible closure and the loss of over jobs after An Bord Pleanála upheld an appeal by the National Roads Authority against planning permission granted for an extension to the premises.

Last January Waterford Council granted planning for a 34 bedroom, single storey extension to the Padre Pio Rest Home at Kilderriheen, Cappoquin, including ncillary accommodation, kitchen and dining facilities, new oratory, 35 car park spaces and a wastewater pipeline.

The redevelopment, needed to enable the centre

to meet new HIQA standards, would involve design alterations and increased accommodation and employment.

Matron-in-charge Mary Flynn says the home has conducted several upgrades in recent years in accordance with HIQA standards. She is “shocked” to have the planning overturned on foot of a roads issue and says the centre faces “a real possibility of closure” unless the matter is resolved. Meanwhile, HIQA has been advised of the situation.

The home, which has operated for over 30 years, is currently operating at full capacity of 24 residents, cared for by 32 staff.

The NRA appealed the planning on the grounds

that the centre exists on to the N72 and a 100 km/h speed limit that it believes presents a considerable safety risk, particularly without a right had turn design.

Developer Joe Moynihan had submitted that Waterford Council had agreed to extend a 60 km/h approximately 150 metres to the home later as part of a Speed Limits Review later this year. The developer also submitted that a right hand turn provision would be unnecessary once sight lines were suitably altered.

It was also submitted that the centre would accept additional residents until all criteria were met.

The NRA argued that there was no definite timeframe stipulated for the review that the reduced limits were guaranteed as such alterations required sanction by the roads authority themselves.

The Bord said that while it accepted the application on principal, a “major increase in traffic movements along a high speed road where inadequate sightlines apply was unacceptable.” It said the development was “dependent on matters outside the control of the applicant” and, deeming the application “premature”, upheld the appeal.

Waterford Cllr. James Tobin labelled An Bord Pleanála “a secret organisation” and that his previous calls to have it disbanded were “not far wrong.”

Sarah Lynch does Waterford proud at the Eason Spelling Bee Munster Finals

Pictured at the launch were Mayor of Waterford City & County Cllr. James Tobin, Lenny Burns, Waterford Harley Davidson; Michael Dolan, RSA; Laurent Borla, V.Pres., Waterford Chamber; Colin Darby, CEO, Volt; Cllr. John Pratt, Peter Bartlett, MAG, Ireland, and Victor Donnelly, PRO, MAG, Ireland.

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Waterford officially becomes Ireland’s first bike friendly county WATERFORD City and County Councils are the first to include a provision for PTW (Powered Two Wheelers) in its published Traffic Management Plans.

MAG Ireland (The Irish Motorcyclists’ Association) recently announced the official launch of dedicated parking provision for PTW vehicles in Waterford City, Tramore and Dungarvan. This is a first for Ireland and is being administered following months of discussions with Waterford City and County Councils.

In January of this year, MAG Ireland presented a submission to the Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) at Waterford Municipal Council to consider the provision of dedicated parking facilities for PTW vehicles in the major conurbations of Waterford County.

“To be honest I was amazed at the positive and constructive support from everyone involved in this initiative” said Victor Donnelly MAG Ireland PRO and Co.Waterford native. “I first approached Ciara Conway, Labour T.D. for Waterford on this project in early January and she proved to be a major support and ensured the MAG Ireland submission was included for consideration by Waterford SPC.

MAG Ireland is grateful to Deputy Conway for her outstanding assistance as well as her Labour colleague Cllr John Pratt (Tallow) who was instrumental in the day to day communications relating to this project” said Donnelly.

The objective of dedicated PTW parking is to alleviate congestion in Waterford and put in place a dedicated parking facility, which is free for PTW vehicles at key locations in the City and County. “MAG Ireland are very supportive of recent initiates to promote cycling as an alternative to using a car, especially in Waterford City” said Victor “The cycle initiative will only work if you live within 6 km of your end destination, however should you live further than 6km MAG Ireland is recommending the use of motor scooter or moped as an alternative to the car. Now that there are dedicated parking zones, that are 100% free to use, we believe this will greatly help to alleviate congestion and will help business and tourism through the freeing up of valuable car parking spaces”.

MAG Ireland is keen to point out that no existing car parking spaces have been used to facilitate PTW parking, “the staff at Waterford

Municipal Council have been brilliant in suggesting locations that are ‘dead space’ for PTW parking. Having conducted our own surveys MAG Ireland was able to identify other locations and submit our proposals to the Council. In all this was a project that everyone wanted to make happen and the cooperation between all entities has been very positive” said Donnelly.

Following the success of implementing a provision for PTW parking in the current traffic plans for Waterford City and County, MAG Ireland will now use this positive experience and work with authorities in Cork, Limerick, Galway and Dublin. “Waterford is the first County in Ireland to adopt a ‘bike friendly’ attitude and ensure its success through the amendment of by-laws within the County” said Donnelly. “This is a precedent that other County’s need to observe and implement to their own traffic plans, with a view to reducing traffic congestion and ensuring a safe and free space to park PTW’s for day visitors, business people and tourists who would otherwise ignore the City Centers due to lack of adequate facilities”.

EASON is delighted to announce that Sarah Lynch (12), from Fenor N.S., Fenor, Co.Waterford, represented her county at the Munster Spelling Bee provincial in Eason Patrick Street, Cork and came in as a runner up last week.The Eason Spelling Bee is part of an overall Eason literacy and reading initiative that aims to inspire children to develop a greater appreciation of words in a fun and educational way, and to encourage them to perfect their spelling and pronunciation skills.

Sarah went head to head with Michael O’Donnell from Tipperary who was crowned Munster champion and will go on to represent his province at the Eason Spelling Bee All-Ireland Final on June 19th.

Four provincial winners will then battle it out for the 2015 Eason All-Ireland Spelling Bee Champion title and for the chance to win a library of books for their school.

Sarah started her Spelling Bee journey in January as the representative of his school and took the Waterford County Bee title on the day. Over 1,100 schools from all over Ireland have entered the competition this year. The competition saw 32 children progress from their county finals to the provincial stage of the Eason Spelling Bee.

The Eason Spelling Bee, in association with RTÉ 2FM’s Tubridy, is now in its fifth year and is Ireland’s ultimate spelling contest, with all four provincial finals and the All-Ireland Final to be broadcast live on 2fm’s Tubridy.

Speaking at the Munster Spelling Bee, RTÉ 2fm’s Ryan Tubridy said: “This is the fifth year we at 2fm’s Tubridy have packed up our bags and travelled around the country to see the best and brightest young people challenge themselves to an incredibly high level.“ Also speaking at the Munster final, Brendan Corbett, Group Head of Marketing at Eason said: “We’ve experienced an electrifying welcome here in Munster and the spirit of both the local communities and all the schools taking part has been fantastic. After five months of Spelling Bees happening all over Ireland, it’s exciting to think we will soon crown our All-Ireland champion.”

For more details on the Eason Spelling Bee, visit www.easons.com/spellingbee and stay tuned to RTÉ 2fm for more details.

Follow Eason on Facebook – Facebook.com/EasonsIreland and Twitter @easons

Provincial finalist Sarah Lynch from Fenor NS, Co. Waterford, pictured at the Munster Provincial Eason Spelling Bee in Cork. This is the fifth year of the Eason Spelling Bee, in association with RTE 2Fm’s Tubridy Show. Hundreds of schools have entered, the County Bees took place in every county in Ireland and we are now entering into the Provincials Finals. The Tubridy Show will be broadcasting live from each The four Provincial Winners will then be invited to take part in the grand final taking place in RTE Studios where the overall winner will be crowned in June.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Global intelligence leaders to convene in Dungarvan INTELLIGENCE officers, former U.S. Secret Service agents, cybercrime fighters and members of international police forces will convene in Dungarvan for the biennial Global Intelligence Forum taking place from 13th to 15th July 2015.

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Mercyhurst College Ireland, said, “The Global Intelligence Forum 2015 has an incredible line-up of expert speakers that will provide the latest insights and innovations in security, business intelligence, data management and the use of technology to counter

criminal and intelligence threats. This is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders on diverse topics such as corporate risk management, advanced data analysis, anticipatory intelligence, cybercrime and realtime forensic analysis, among others.”

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Garda Commissioner Noirín O’Sullivan will also address the event, along with recent White House official for cybersecurity, the Honorable Howard Schmidt, and former director of the U.S. Secret Service Lewis Merletti.

Moderated by Dean James Breckenridge of The Ridge School, forum attendees will also hear from Europol’s Strategic Analyst for the European Cybercrime Centre Jaroslav Jakubcek, NAMA Chairman Frank Daly and a number of eminent academics, among them Liam Fahey of Babson College; Andrew Roth, presidentemeritus of Notre Dame College; Matt Whelan and Stefan Hyman of the State University of New York at Stony Brook; and Patrick Gibbons of UCD. John Deasy T.D. has been instrumental in developing the relationship with Mercyhurst College Ireland to bring the Global Intelligence Forum to Dungarvan in July 2015 as have members of the Waterford County Council.

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Celebrity Chef Rachel Allen is set to hold a fundraising event in aid of Focus Ireland Waterford Pictured at the Bank of Ireland 'Big Break' at the Taste Enterprise initiative at Taste of Dublin 2015 are Viki and Conor Mulhall of The Little Milk Company.

Waterford based dairy company wins Bank of Ireland ‘Big Break!’ initiative at Taste of Dublin 2015 DUNGARVAN based dairy company, The Little Milk Company, has won Bank of Ireland’s 'Big Break' at the Taste Enterprise initiative at Taste of Dublin 2015.

Bank of Ireland is the No. 1 bank for business in Ireland and are committed to helping businesses connect to larger audiences in Ireland. The Taste Enterprise event is part of the Bank’s extensive programme of activity to support Ireland’s SMEs. In addition to the ‘Big Break’ initiative the Bank also ran a competition to give two SMEs Patel’s and My Organics the opportunity to host stands at this year’s Taste of Dublin.

The Little Milk Company competed against 9 other likeminded food and

agriculture businesses in the 'Big Break' at the Taste Enterprise initiative to win an impressive prize which includes a stand at Taste of Dublin festival for The Little Milk Company in 2016, two weeks on Bank of Ireland nationwide ATM screens (1.6 million impressions) and professional photography at their work premises.

The judging panel made up of Ross Lewis from Chapter One Restaurant, Una Fitzgibbon, Director of Marketing at Bord Bia and Nicola Canavan, Head of Sectors at Bank of Ireland listened to the rapid fire pitches from the ten businesses during the afternoon Taste of Enterprise session. All the action took place in the Bank of Ireland lounge at Taste of Dublin 2015.

CELEBRITY Chef Rachel Allen is set to hold a fundraising event in aid of Focus Ireland Waterford to help raise vital funds to combat and prevent homelessness in the county. The event is being proudly sponsored by Tom Murphy Car Sales.

So why not hone up on your cookery skills and join Rachel Allen on Thursday 9th July for a fun evening full of Summer recipes and demonstrations in the Tower Hotel.

Rachel Allen said she is delighted to support Focus Ireland especially at a time when so many families and children are finding themselves in need of support.

She said: “As a mother of three children I cannot imagine the stress and worry of finding yourself at risk of losing your home and becoming homeless.

Focus Ireland do amazing work to prevent homelessness becoming a reality for people so I would urge everyone to come out and join us for a fun and entertaining evening!”

Focus Ireland has been providing housing and homeless services in Waterford for over 15 years.

Last year, the demand on

Focus Ireland services increased by 35% and over 1,000 children across Ireland are now homeless with their families. In addition to providing long and short term housing to over 200 families and individuals in Waterford, services include advice and information to those at risk of homelessness, childcare facilities, educational services, and aftercare for young people coming out of state and residential care.

According to David Niblock South East Area Manager “Without fundraising many of these services wouldn’t be possible and we are extremely grateful to Rachel Allen for giving her time so generously in support of the work we do at Focus Ireland and to Tom Murphy Car Sales for sponsoring the event”.

Tickets for the event cost €20 and are on sale online at eventbrite.ie or can be purchased at the Tower Hotel, Waterford and at the shop in Christ Church Cathedral, Waterford. The ticket price includes a wine reception and there will also be fab prizes to be won on the night!

So come along and join

Rachel Allen in support of Focus Ireland in Waterford.

A total of 89c of every euro received by Focus Ireland

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For information about Focus Ireland see www.focusireland.ie

New Links Training Solutions celebrates six years in business!

NEW Links Training Solutions celebrated 6 years in business recently in the Viking Hotel. The 6th birthday celebrations included an awards ceremony for recent successful students from a variety of courses along with special guest speaker Pauline O’Reilly who is a recent graduate of Waterford Institute of Technology.

Opening the event Jim Tumulty, Company Director welcomed guests, tutors, students and local employers and acknowledged the outstanding achievements of students who would be receiving certificates on the night.

Thanking the many local employers throughout Waterford City and County who displayed their commitments, generosity and support to the trainees, Mr. Tumulty confirmed that many have secured fulltime jobs as a result of attending programmes such as the Momentum Skills training programme with New Links Training Solutions. A second pro-

gramme rolled out in association with the Waterford Chamber Skillnet has also provided students with a vital stepping stone to fulltime employment.

Janet Tumulty, Company Director, spoke about the highlights of their 6 years in business – not least conquering the challenge of setting up and running a business through a harsh recession. Speaking to those in attendance, Janet emphasised “the importance of adult and continuing education which creates vital opportunities for clients regardless of their starting point or academic ability at entry level. Once a learner embarks on a learning journey they immediately open up a network of progression opportunities for themselves – this may be towards employment, training or further education – the journey is different for each and every individual.”The celebration heralded another milestone as award recipients received the first QQI certificates on the night (replacing the for-

mer and well recognised FETAC Certificates). The new QQI award system is recognised both nationally and internationally offering valuable and well recognised qualifications to adult learners. Since becoming a Registered FETAC provider in 2009 the business has gone from strength to strength with approximately 40 programmes currently registered with QQI in addition to a suite of non-accredited programmes aimed at specific groups or organisations within the private sector. Nominated in 2012 for their work in community education by Aontas, the National Adult Learning Organisation, New Links Training Solutions, continues to forge ties within community organisations and education within Waterford City and County. Over the past 3 years New Links Training Solutions has delivered 9 Momentum Skills programmes in association with SOLAS under the Pathways to work

initiative – 192 learners have signed up for this programme to date.

The business now comprises of Jim & Janet Tumulty Directors, Susan Hogan training coordinator and a panel of highly qualified trainers.

Currently recruiting an additional part time administrator and a selection of niche trainers, New Links Training Solutions client base has grown in number and region. They currently deliver training to

clients in: Waterford, Cork, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford, Tipperary, and Kildare & Dublin.

Pauline O’Reilly guest speaker spoke about her learning journey and inspired all those present as she has just completed her studies in Waterford Institute of Technology and will be conferred with an Honours Degree later this year. Pauline commenced her learning journey by signing up for a part time course with New Links

Training Solutions – Pauline’s story highlights the important role of adult education in Ireland. Janet closed her speech by acknowledging the excellent work carried out by local agencies in promoting and supporting local jobseekers. Acknowledging that Waterford is a great place to live and work, Janet noted that research indicates that “although the effects of the recession are still evident locally there is reason to believe that an upturn in the

economy is imminent with news of future opportunities in local tourism, security, retail and more”.

In his closing address Jim congratulated learners on their successful achievements - QQI certificates were awarded for Tourism, Train the Trainer, Security and Career planning. Jim encouraged certificate recipients to highlight their achievements to employers or educators to ensure success in everything that they do moving forward.

Programme – Momentum – Train to Work, Tourism and Hospitality, Dungarvan – Jim Tumulty, Cyril Deevy, Robert Whelan, Hannah Jeanes, Catriona Allen, Katherine Peacock, Hilary Jeanes, Janet Tumulty.

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Council to request meeting with WIT President and Education Minister A REQUEST was made to have the new President of WIT,Willie Donnell and Minister for Education, Jan O’Sullivan, to meet with Waterford Council in relation to the upgrading of Waterford Institute of Technology to university status.

At the June meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. Davy Daniels said the upgrading of WIT was included in the programme for government, yet the matter has stalled.

“It is time to get this issue moving and it is up to us, as public representatives, to put some urgency into this,”

said Cllr. Daniels. “As of now, it is going nowhere and it is up to us to get this on track.”

He suggested the Council should organise a meeting with the new WIT President, Willie Donnelly, to discuss the matter and also consider a requesting a meeting with Education Minister Jan O’Sullivan.

Meetings Administrator, Eddie Ruane, said a request would be sent from the Council.

Deputy Mayor, Cllr. Jason Murphy, concurred with Cllr. Daniels’ frustration.

“This issue has been going on for many years and it is something I’m frustrated and worried about,” said Cllr. Murphy.

“I think we were led up the garden path many times on this issue and I have to say, as a member of Fianna Fáil, my own party have not covered themselves in glory on this throughout the years.”

Cllr. Murphy said the matter needs “urgent attention”.

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John McGrath from Terra Nua Building Contractors pictured with Paul Curran from Comeragh Landscaping at the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd., Kiladangan, Dungarvan, in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

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Liam Houlihan from Radley Engineering pictured with Kathy Fitzpatrick from AIB Business Banking, Helen O'Shea from Radley Engineering and Joe Murphy from Joe Murphy Warehousing Rentals at the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd., Kiladangan, Dungarvan, in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

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Jeff Allen from Elite Lifestyle and Fitness pictured with Anne O'Sullivan from Radley Engineering with Tom Keith from Quantum Life at the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd., Kiladangan, Dungarvan, in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

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Michael Colivet from FBD Insurance pictured with Olivia Maher and Liam Houlihan, both from Radley Enginering, at the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd., Kiladangan, Dungarvan, in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

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RADLEY ENGINEERING Ltd. were delighted to welcome members from the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber to their manufacturing facility recently. The visit included a brief presentation by Paul O’Riordan (Business Development Manager) followed by a comprehensive tour of the workshop by Greg Conaty (Workshop Manager) and Kevin Walsh (General Manager) Radley Engineering Ltd. was founded in 1972 by brothers John and Thomas Radley in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Radley Engineering Ltd is a significant employer in West Waterford, directly employing 265 people. It is now one of Europe’s leading specialists in the design,

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manufacture, fabrication and site installation of high quality stainless steel, carbon steel and other exotic materials.

As the company looks to the future, Radley Engineering will continue to maintain the excellent relationships with the existing supply chain from client, EPCM and contractor in the current market sectors. Radley Engineering will forge ahead to develop new relationships within the subsea oil and gas markets.

This is an exciting time to be working at Radley Engineering Ltd. and with the next generation of Radley’s now in key positions within the company, the future looks bright.

Kevin Walsh and Paul O'Riordan both from Radley Engineering pictured with Jenny Beresford and Ann Butler, both from Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, at the Hard Hat Tour of Radley Engineering Ltd., Kiladangan, Dungarvan, in association with Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber.

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Courtroom clampdown for penalty point dodgers OUT of the 750 motorists convicted of a penalty point offence in Waterford between January, 2014 and March, 2015, 70 percent did not have their licence numbers recorded, meaning that penalty points could not be enforced.

The data, revealed last week through a series of parliamentary questions showed that while 28,387 motorists nationwide were convicted in the District Court of penalty point offences between January, 2014 and March, 2015, only 8,059 drivers had their licence numbers recorded so penalty points could be applied to their licence.

According to figures, 70 percent of the 750 drivers who were convicted of a penalty point offence in County Waterford in the 15 month period did not have their licence numbers recorded.

Failing to produce a driving licence in court is an offence, with fines up to €2,000 and / or three months imprisonment.

However, the offence was not actively prosecuted, but Gardaí will now clampdown on the issue, with an operation to target penalty point dodgers in courtrooms.

Motorists who do not bring their driving licence to court can expect

to find themselves being prosecuted for the offence.

Gardaí are to pay particular attention to repeat offenders and will liaise with Court Clerks for information on those not producing their driving licences.

Justice Minister Frances Fitzgerald welcomed Garda action to prosecute motorists for failure to present driving licences in court.

The Courts Service already has measures in place to inform motorists of the requirement to produce their licences in court, including the display of notices in courtrooms.

Council to investigate possible breach of planning laws WATERFORD Council is to investigate possible breaches of planning legislation, where a sewage pipe is alleged to be going into a neighbour’s front garden.

At the June meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr.

John Hearne said he raised this matter previously, about

people being afraid to come forward to report breaches in planning in their local area.

He said he has forwarded a list of four houses in the Waterford area, which are alleged to have breached planning laws, with ‘doubleback kitchens’ and in one

case, where a “sewage pipe is going into a neighbour’s front garden”.

Cllr. Hearne sought information about the matter and what action the Council will take.

Director of Services, Lar Power, confirmed that any reports of planning irregu-

larities are investigated by the planners and if a breach of the planning laws are found, the Council then takes action.

“I am not aware of the four cases you mentioned, but we will look into it,” Mr. Power assured Cllr.

Hearne.

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Council congratulates hurling team on recent success THE Waterford Senior Hurling Team were congratulated by Waterford Council on their emphatic win over Cork recently.

Leading the congratulations, Cllr. John O’Leary said it was a great day for Waterford hurling and it was great to see the team back in a Munster final.

Concurring, Cllr. Blaise Hannigan said he would like to see more flags erected in support of the hurling team, particularly on Council buildings.

Deputy Mayor, Cllr.

Jason Murphy also congratulated the hurling team on their success and said the Waterford Hurling Team encompasses all what Waterford should be about - the county and city as one.

He noted that many Councillors were not in favour of an amalgamation of Waterford City and County Councils, but they have worked as best they can to make it work.

“The hurling team is the personification of our unity as a county and city,” Cllr.

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JEALOUS? Elaine Drohan, Danielle Daly and Paulina Swiderczuk were a great help at the Dungarvan Raft Race Challenge in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers.

[Joan Clancy]

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Grace Hayes and Alanna Martin.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Kay and David Tyler.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Martin and Geraldine Smith. [John Power]

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Annette Geoghegan, Fr. Geoghegan, Ann McGrath and Geraldine Prendergast.

[John Power]

Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Alannah Martin and her mum Colette.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Marian Cantwell, Bishop Padraig O'Donoghue and Maura Hayes.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were William Crowley and Martin Kennedy. .

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Jacinta Brennan and Maura White.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Ellen Curran, Sharon Williams and Alice Russell.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were William O'Hara, John Maher and Marie Fahy.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Joe Keane, Dungarvan, and Liam Kirby, Tallow.

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Pictured in Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2015 were Dr. Colette Walsh, [John Power] Paula Evoy, Ann Gillane, Mary Fox and Pauline Hopkins.

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Historic swim enters Waterford waters TWO seasoned Irish adventurers passed along the Waterford coastline this week, as they embark on the opening leg of the longest endurance swim ever undertaken in Ireland.

David Burns and Maghnus Collins Smith are attempting to make history by becoming the first swimmers to ever circumnavigate the Irish coastline. They set off in early June on a whopping 1,600 km journey that will take them around the coast on a trip that they expect will take up to four months to complete.

The two adventurers set off from South Dublin and spent three weeks travelling along the Wicklow and Wexford coastline – much of it taking place as far as 10k off shore.

Their ‘Swim360’ effort is being sponsored by retailer‘ Costcutters’, and is being undertaken to raise funds for two chosen charities, Gorta Self Help Africa and the RNLI. In completing the course it will put the two 30 year olds on course for a place in the Guinness Book of Records for the longest swim ever undertaken in the Atlantic Ocean.

No strangers to extreme sporting endeavours, Dublinbased David Burns and Limerick-man Maghnus Collins Smith previously completed a charity cycle to South Africa and back, have run the legendary Sahara Sand Marathon, and in 2013 undertook a 14,000 km cycle, run and raft along Asia’s ‘Silk Roads’, from Istanbul to Shanghai.

The pair have time-tabled their effort on a ‘six hours on, six hours off ’ rota of swimming to resting, and are being accompanied on the trip by a support crew using jet-skis, inflatables and other boats during different stages of the trip.

On the eve of departure David Burns predicted that the expedition would be their toughest yet: "It’s going to be harder than anything we have ever done before. That’s the attraction I suppose, it’s a challenge that might break us.”

"We wanted a opportunity to really test ourselves and it’s a real bonus that we can do that at home here in Ireland," he added.

The duo stopped into Dunmore East at the start of their Waterford leg, and have further scheduled stops in Bunmahon, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, Ardmore and Youghal during the week. On the trip so far they’ve been accompanied by curious seals, jellyfish, boaters and other forms of marine life.

David and Magnhus are hoping to raise up to €100,000 for the two nominated charities with their efforts, and will be hosting a number of centre-piece fundraising events during the trip.

Anyone who is interested in supporting them can check out their MyCharity page via the website of Self Help Africa at www.selfhelpafrica.org, or by visiting the page directly at: http://www.mycharity.ie/event/swim360/

David Burns and Maghnus Collins who are about to attempt to swim 1,400KM taking 90–120 days around Ireland backed up by Philip Hatton and Leisha McPartland in aid of Gorta Self Help Africa and the RNLI.

Councillor queries first responder authority in emergency situation Ian Barry from Tramore, Co. Waterford, has won €22,000 including a holiday to Yosemite National Park on last Saturday’s (20th June, 2015) National Lottery Winning Streak game show on RTE. Pictured here at the presentation of the winning cheques were from left to right: Sinead Kennedy, Winning Streak game show co-host; Ian Barry, the winning player; Niall Andrews, Head of Sales at the National Lottery, who made the presentation and Marty Whelan, Winning Streak game show co-host. The winning ticket was bought from Tesco.

[Mac Innes Photography]

€218,000 won on ‘The Winning Streak’ TV game show THE first show of the National Lottery’s WINNING STREAK TV GAMESHOW for this season presented by Marty Whelan and Sinead Kennedy, took place in RTÉ Studios last Saturday 20th June, 2015.

Five players from Laois, Cork, Louth, Down and Waterford won prizes to the value of €218,000. The biggest winner on the night was Kenneth Hoey on behalf of his father Michael Hoey from Laois who won prizes to the value of €77,000.

Winning Streak Scratch Cards offer players the chance to win instant prizes of up to €50,000. Five players will be selected each week to appear on the Winning Streak TV Gameshow

and win up to €500,000 instantly on the Grand Prize Wheel. This season, not one but two players may have the life-changing opportunity to spin the iconic Winning Streak Grand Prize Wheel and win up to half a million euro each. Between two wheel spinners a total of €1 million can be won on the wheel.

One Golden Spin symbol will be hidden at random in the Wheel Reveal game and if a player is lucky enough to reveal the Golden Spin during the game, they automatically get to spin the Grand Prize Wheel at the end of the show. The remaining four players will play out Wheel Reveal and as always, the first player to

reveal three wheels will also get to spin for a chance at half a million euro.

The Winning Streak TV Gameshow is based solely on chance and there is no skill involved.To enter, players must submit a 3-star ticket in one of the special 3-star envelopes, which are available from all National Lottery Retail Sales Agents. Each Thursday in National Lottery offices, one hundred 3-star entries are drawn randomly in a preliminary draw that takes place under strict security controls. From these 100 entries, the five players for the following show are drawn and their names are featured on the gameshow.

A COUNCILLOR has questioned why emergency service first responders do not have the authority to call out other sections of the emergency services to road traffic collisions.

Speaking at the June meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. John Hearne said he recently came across a road traffic collision and dialled three 9s.

“Two lads staggered out of the car and I knew they were in a bad way,” said Cllr. Hearne. “After about 20 minutes the ambulance arrived and I was directing traffic - we kept waiting for the Gardaí to come, and they didn’t turn up for about a half hour after that.

It seems they didn’t immediately get the call,” said Cllr. Hearne.

“Three quarters of an hour after that, the Fire Brigade were called out.

“I knew by the oil on the road that the Fire Brigade should have been called straight away.”

Cllr. Hearne said he was informed that the ambulance personnel do not have the authority to call out the Fire Brigade in such situations.

“I think that’s crazy -

they spend so much time being trained in their discipline, why can’t any of the three disciplines call out all the services? A first responder should be able to call a situation and to say they need all services at the scene. It was 9.00 a.m. and there was lots of traffic. We were lucky it was a straight part of the road,” Cllr.

Hearne said.

Acting Director of Services, Paul Daly, said all emergency calls go through central control in Limerick.

“Very often, the Fire Brigade won’t be called immediately to an accident unless there is a requirement to remove a person from a vehicle,” Mr. Daly pointed out.

“Normally, if one first responder seeks the requirement of another emergency service, it will be passed through central control who will call out the other emergency service.”

RURAL ADDRESSES Cllr. Seanie Power warned that in some instances, the fire brigade cannot find an address in rural areas.

“The Fire Brigade do a brilliant job, but they need to familiarise themselves

with local areas, boreens and local area names,” he said.

FIRE STATION RECRUITMENT Meanwhile, Cllr. John Pratt queried if Waterford’s fire stations have full crew complements, indicating he was made aware of one area had difficulty in filling positions.

Mr. Daly replied that there is an ongoing recruitment campaign for retained fire fighters.

“At this stage we are all up to strength. If not, there is a process that is ongoing,” Mr. Daly said.

“At any given point in time, there are always people coming and going, but there is an ongoing process where we have panels in place. There is quite a long lead-in time from when someone attends an interview, because of the level of training involved.”

Mr. Daly confirmed there may be one or two areas which have difficulty in recruiting some fire fighters. “But we are repeating our advertisement for retained fire fighters and are confident it will address the issue,” he added.

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Man pleads guilty to assault An Chúirt Dúiche … and criminal damage A MAN who turned violent in the Garda Station pleaded guilty to assault and criminal damage last week.

Michael McGovern (37) formerly of Kyne Park, Abbeyside, but with addresses on record at St. Patrick’s Crescent, Dungar-

Dungarvan District Court

Drugs charge struck out for teenager A TEENAGER who made a donation to the court poor box had a drugs possession charge struck out.

Sean Conway (19) with an address at Apartment 2, 17 Grattan Square, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court, to possession of a controlled substance, namely amphetamine, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his home on 9th June, 2014.

The court heard at the time that the accused had purchased tablets online and one of them contained amphetamine.

The case was adjourned to allow the accused to gather a €200 donation for the court poor box.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke said his client has handed in the donation.

Judge Terence Finn struck out the charge.

van, and Harbour Mill, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to assault and criminal damage at Dungarvan Garda Station, on 13th June, 2013; and obstruction of a peace officer at Dungarvan Garda Station on 8th October, 2014.

The case was outlined to

Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court.

Inspector David Nolan said the accused has 130 previous convictions.

Solicitor David Burke said his client is well known to the court, but he has “turned a corner”.

“They are small steps, but he is engaging with the psychiatric services,” said Mr. Burke.

He said that despite his client’s large volume of previous convictions, he has never had the benefit of the Probation Service.

Mr. Burke said he was

asking the court to “take a leap of faith” in relation to his client, whom, he said appears to be making efforts.

Judge Finn sought a probation report on the accused and adjourned the case to 11th November, 2015.

Chef was ‘out of his head’ on drugs A COMMUNITY service report was sought on a chef who was ‘out of his head’ on drugs and admitted to ‘cooking’ amphetamine.

Sandor Banyai (33) with an address at 35 The Willows, Classes Lake, Ovens, Cork, pleaded guilty to possession of controlled substances for sale and / or supply, contrary to Section 15 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at 41 Cois Mara, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 18th January, 2015.

He also pleaded guilty to possession of controlled substances for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at the same location and date.

The accused also pleaded guilty to a further charge of criminal damage at Dungarvan Garda Station on the same date.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí called to a disturbance at 41 Cois Mara, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 18th January, 2015.

He said Gardaí met the accused and a quantity of cannabis and amphetamine were found.

After a search warrant was obtained, more cannabis was located at the premises, along with

other substances and paraphernalia for ‘cooking’ amphetamine.

He said the accused admitted to supplying cannabis and the manufacture of amphetamine.

The accused has no previous convictions.

Solicitor Niall King said his client pleaded guilty to the charges.

He said his client is a Hungarian national who has lived in Ireland for six years and is a qualified chef.

“Last August, he was let go from work,” said Mr. King. “He was smoking cannabis at the time, and his drug taking increased and his life spiralled.”

Mr. King said the accused was living with his girlfriend at Cois Mara, Dungarvan, at the time.

“On the day the Gardaí arrived, he was ‘out of his head’ on drugs, so much so that he invited the Gardaí into the apartment where the drugs were.

“He was then taken to the station where he caused damage to the cell. My client has no recollection of this, but he is ready to plead guilty to all the charge,” Mr. King said.

“My client said he has not taken drugs or

smoked cannabis since January. He has obtained part-time work in Cork and is living with a work colleague in Cork.”

Mr. King said his client admitted supplying friends with cannabis and was not selling the drugs for financial gain.

“As a result of his drug-taking, he separated from his girlfriend.”

He said his client was in a ‘depleted state’ in January, but seems to have made a remarkable recovery since then.

Mr. King said his client will pay the €300 compensation for the damage caused to the jail cell at the Garda Station and handed €50 into court as part-payment.

Mr. King asked the court to allow his client an opportunity to prove himself, and adjourn the case for further compensation and to allow him to continue his rehabilitation.

Judge Finn sought a Probation Service report on the accused to see if he is suitable for community service.

Adjourning the case to 22nd July, 2015, Judge Finn warned the accused to confine himself to using ingredients to cook food.

Woman to pay compensation for damage to Garda car A WOMAN who caused criminal damage to a Garda patrol car and then left the jurisdiction for a period of time, returned to have the matter dealt with and finalised.

Leah Bray (25) who gave an address of 47 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, but now living in England, had pleaded guilty at a sitting of the District Court in February, 2012, to criminal damage of a Garda patrol car and using threatening abusive behaviour and language in a public place, at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 13th November, 2011.

The damage caused to the Garda patrol car was valued at €500. The case was adjourned for a Probation Service report and for compensation to be paid.

However, later that year, in November, 2012, the

court was advised that the accused had left the jurisdiction and a bench warrant was issued for her arrest.

The accused was brought before last week’s sitting of Dungarvan District Court on foot of the bench warrant.

The court heard that the accused stated she returned home to Dungarvan to “sort matters out”.

Free legal aid was granted and solicitor, David Burke, was appointed. He said his client is in college and still lives in England.

“She did plead guilty to matters some time ago,” said Mr. Burke. “She is residing in England for the last three years and wants these matters finalised so she can bring her children home to see their grandmother and cousins.”

Mr. Burke said his client

has €100 in court for compensation towards the damage to the Garda patrol vehicle.

He said his client is the mother of two young children, and she has not come to any police attention in England.

Judge Finn said there is €400 outstanding in relation to compensation for damage to the patrol car.

“She is returning now to deal with this matter, yet she has had three years to gather €500,” Judge Finn said.

Mr. Burke said his client is of limited means, but she has given an undertaking to put the compensation together, if given time.

Judge Finn adjourned the matter to 25th November, 2015, to allow the accused to gather the rest of the compensation, and to deal with penalty on that date.

Micheál Martin, TD, Leader of Fianna Fáil, with Paddy McGrath and Cllr. Mary Butler, General Election candidate.

[Pat Crowley]

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Community service report sought on man who threw bottle at Garda car

Cllr. Mary Butler, General Election candidate; Micheál Martin, TD, Leader of Fiann Fáil, with Dennis and Caoimhe Byrne.

[Pat Crowley]

A MAN who threw a bottle at a Garda patrol car had his case adjourned to see if he is suitable for community service.

Kevin Duggan (32) with an address at 54 Silversprings, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive behaviour in a public place, at Hospital Road, Dungarvan, on 1st January, 2015.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that Gardaí were called to the Lismore Avenue area of Dungarvan.

Gardaí observed three people, one male (the accused) and two females.

“The accused began roaring at Gardaí.

They stopped to speak to him about his behaviour. He threw a bottle at the patrol car which hit the rear bumper,” said Insp.

Nolan.

“There was no damage to the patrol car.”

The court heard that the accused has previous convictions.

Solicitor David Burke said his client is concerned about his liberty.

Judge Finn asked Mr. Burke to “talk me out of sending him to jail!”

Mr. Burke replied that his client does not recall the incident.

“As soon as he found out, he went straight to the Gardaí and apologised for his behaviour,” Mr. Burke said.

“He was coming home from a party at the time and had too much alcohol taken.

He has stopped drinking and changed his ways dramatically.

“He has also changed his behaviour towards the Gardaí and realises he must be a good citizen at all times.”

Mr. Burke said his client is engaged and is soon to be married.

Judge Finn adjourned the case to 8th July, 2015, for a Probation Service report to see if the accused is suitable for community service.

Road traffic prosecutions A FINE was imposed on a driver last week for a speeding offence.

Alan Kerslake, with an address at 44 Pairc na mBlath, Ballinroad, Dungarvan, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 64 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on the R675 at Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 23rd November, 2014.

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

DRIVING at 20 km/h over the national primary road speed limit resulted in a fine for a motorist.

Gary Quirke, with an address at Fiddown, Piltown, Kilkenny, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 120 km/h in a 100 km/h zone at Parkeenaglogh, Kilmacthomas, on 24th November, 2014.

Solicitor for the accused, Martin Lavan, said the fixed charge notice was posted to his parents’ house and his client did not receive it until after the payment deadline of 56 days. He said his client has no previous convictions.

DRIVING at nine kilometres over a speed limit cost a driver €200 last week.

Don Devine, with an address at Cullinagh, Kilmeaden, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 59 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on the R675 at Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 29th November, 2014.

Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the accused attempted to pay the fixed charge notice, but was outside the time limit.

He said the accused has no previous convictions.

Judge Finn noted there was correspondence from the accused, who could not attend court. He handed down a €200 fine.

A DRIVER who had no tax on his vehicle was fined last week.

Michael O’Donovan (37) with an address at 38 Seanabothar, Killeens, Cork, was fined €60 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was observed on the N25 at Ringcrehy, Dungarvan, without a current tax disc displayed, on 26th September, 2014.

The accused was represented in court by his father, who said his son was on holidays. He said his son taxed the vehicle later that day, which was confirmed by the Gardaí.

A DRIVER who had no tax on her vehicle was fined

last week.

Jane Kelly (35) with an address at 116 Meadow Bank, Baile na nDéise, Waterford, was fined €100 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after her vehicle was observed without a current tax disc on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 23rd October, 2014.

The accused, who has no previous convictions, attended court last week.

A DRIVER received a fine last week for failing to pay a fixed charge notice.

Peter Keegan (65) with an address at 42 Ely Close, Old Court Road, Firhouse, Dublin 24, was fined €100 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 87 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 25th October, 2014. The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, has no previous convictions.

A DRIVER who made a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out.

Harry Neville (28) with an address at 2 Lus Mór, Whiterock Hill, Wexford, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 81 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25

at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 25th October, 2014.

The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, said he had moved address for a period of time, but had now returned to his home address. He said he never received a fixed charge notice.

A €200 donation was made to the court poor box and the charge was struck out.

PARKING on double yellow lines cost a Youghal driver €200.

Lisa Fitzgerald, with an address at 56 Kenny’s Lane, Youghal, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after her vehicle was observed parked on double yellow lines at High Street car park, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 16th November, 2014.

The accused, who attended court said her vehicle was not causing an obstruction and said there were other cars also parked on the double yellow lines.

Judge Terence Finn replied that double yellow lines means no parking at anytime, no exceptions.

A DRIVER who exceeded a special speed limit was fined last week.

Keith O’Driscoll (43) with an address at Lehenagh, Carrigadrohid, Cork, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a

fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 100 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 2nd December, 2014.

The accused did not appear in court.

A DRIVER who made a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out.

Raymond Fitzpatrick (46) with an address at Rath, Kinsalebeg, via Youghal, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 82 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 3rd December, 2014.

The accused, who attended last week’s Dungarvan District Court, said he didn’t receive the fixed charge notice.

The case was adjourned to 9th September, 2015, to allow the accused gather a €200 donation for the court poor box.

A PROVISIONAL driver who was driving without being accompanied by a qualified driver, ended up with a fine last week.

Nicole Loftus (19) with an address at 1 Ryan’s Way, Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for driving a vehicle as a provisional licence holder and not being accompanied by a qualified driver, at Cluain na Griene,

Dungarvan, on October, 2014.

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A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a Lismore driver who failed to appear in court last week.

David O’Keeffe (39) with an address at Carrignagour, Lismore, is accused of not having insurance, failing to produce insurance, failing to produce licence at the roadside and within ten days, and driving without a licence, at the Military Road, Ballyneety, Dungarvan, on 27th December, 2014.

There was no appearance by the accused at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, and no reasonable excuse for his absence.

The court heard that the Gardaí have not sighted any documents from the accused.

Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for the accused’s arrest.

A WOMAN who admitted driving without insurance was fined but not disqualified.

Rachel Haines (36) unemployed, with an address at Ballynorris, Fenor, Waterford, pleaded guilty to driving without insurance at Kilmacthomas, on 25th September, 2014.

She also pleaded guilty to not displaying insurance and failing to produce insurance, not having tax on the vehicle nor displayed on the vehicle, failing to produce licence within ten

days and at the roadside, using a vehicle without an NCT, and not displaying a valid NCT disc.

Solicitor Niall King told Judge Terence Finn that his client pleads guilty to the charge.

The court heard that the accused has three previous convictions.

Judge Finn noted that the accused did not have any previous convictions for any insurance offence.

He handed down a fine of €300 for the offence of driving without insurance, but did not disqualify her from driving.

He marked the other charges as proven and taken into consideration.

A POOR box donation at last week’s Dungarvan District Court resulted in a speeding offence being struck out.

Gary Madden (28) formerly of 17 Merrion Square, Clara, Offaly, now with an address at 63 Blackwood Avenue, the Gallops, Cavan, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 94 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 26th August, 2014.

Solicitor Niall King told Judge Terence Finn that his client accepts the speeding offence, but did not receive the fixed charge notice.

A donation of €200 to the court poor box was made and the charge was struck out.

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Sharp shooting pain into Forefoot & Toes when Walking

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles MORTON’S Neuroma is a condition where people experience sharp shooting pain into the ball of the foot when walking. Pins and needles can often accompany this pain and weight bearing activities such as standing and walking commonly bring about episodes of pain.

The condition occurs when the plantar digital nerves that supply movement control and sensation to the muscles of the foot are compressed between the metatarsal heads of the 3rd and 4th toe. This compression between the metatarsal joint heads leads to the formation of a neuroma which is a point of nerve swelling.

This neuroma is aggravated by weight bearing activities when the metatarsal heads are compressed together causing impingement on the neuroma. Pain is described as sharp and sore pain.

People who have a history of wearing high heels or very flat shoes commonly suffer from Mortons Neuroma. Other conditions that are similar to Mortons Neuroma include a stress fracture of the 2nd and 3rd metatarsal head which can occur due to changes in running/walking frequency, intensity or indeed intensive walking with new footwear. Again tenderness and swelling are common symptoms of a foot stress fracture.

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF MORTON’S NEUROMA • Collapse of the transverse Arch in Forefoot • Sore sharp pain in the ball of the foot when walking • Clawing of the toes which indicates collapsed metatarsal heads with toes in curled position • Pain can be triggered by squeezing the metatarsal heads together TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT OF MORTON’S NEUROMA My main objective with treatment is to reduce swelling around the metatarsal heads and this is achieved by focusing treatment on lifting the transverse arch in order to create greater space around the metatarsal heads thus relieve the compressed neuroma.

Taping of the 3rd & 4th toes alongside inserting a dome pad underneath the aforementioned metatarsal bones will certainly help to lift the transverse and thus help relieve compression of the neuroma. Manual treatment to relieve the tight joint capsules of the individual toes coupled with graded manual release of the extensor tendons of the toes. The Patient should avoid wearing high heels or very flat shoes but instead wear shoes with a strong forefoot support.

Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

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E i s h t e c p r o u d wa t e r s p o n s o r o f t h i s ye a r ’s Vi k i n g M a ra t h o n Pictured are Eishtec staff members – Selina Grant, Sean Connolly, Niamh Murphy, Sarah Power, Franklin Hughes, Adrian Hartery, Brian Dwyer, Conor McSweeney, Aisling Fell, Sean Hammond with Roisin Ferris WVM project manager.

[Noel Browne]

SITUATED in the Cleaboy Business Park, Eishtec is one of Waterford’s big success stories of the past few years. They are an outsourced contact centre, providing tailored solutions to businesses who really understand just how important their customers are.

This year is Eishtec’s first year to come on

board as one of the main sponsors of the Waterford Viking Marathon. With over 25,000 bottles of water required along the route, backed with an extensive environmental clean-up plan, it’s a substantial sponsorship commitment from the company.

Heather Reynolds, Director of Eishtec, said; “We are delighted to sponsor the water

The bittersweet side of science A RECENT study claimed that eating chocolate can lead to faster weight loss. It sounds too good to be true, but it was the finding of a scientific study and was published in the International Archives of Medicine. Oh, and by the way it was only for dark chocolate. Sounds too good to be true? It also sounds like something a lot of people would want to believe true.Well it is too good to be true - it was a hoax engineered by a John Bohannon (who actually has a science PhD) in association for a German TV programme that will air this week.

The aim was to highlight the problems with diet/nutrition type research and its reporting in the media and it was carried by media around the world.

The oldest scientific journal in the world is 350 years old this year so it is an appropriate time to reflect on the history of scientific publication.

It is vital though that we address the problems facing science and the communication of science such as those outlined above. Scientists seem quite vocal regarding attacks on science from without, but have been slow to see these threats from within. That is why the 4th Robert Boyle Summer School will address this theme, when leading international commentators will come to Lismore, Co. Waterford, June 25th-28th. These include Professor Dorothy Bishop from Oxford who has been actively campaigning in this area through her blog deevybee.blogspot.com The full programme with booking details can be found at www.robertboyle.ie The trial described above was conducted “scientifically”. Subjects were randomly assigned to three groups – low-carb diet, low-carb diet with chocolate and a control group.

Weight and various parameters were monitored over the 3-week trial. The result? At the end the chocolate group was found to lose weight 10 % faster.

And why is this a con? Well, because there were only 15 people in the trial.That is 5 in each group. Bohannon and collaborators were sure that something among the parameters measured would show some benefit for the chocolate group that could be spun accordingly. The spin was reported in papers and online journals reaching millions around the world.

The public (and journalists it seems) attach a

very high credibility to press releases from scientists and scientific institutions. Even more to a published paper reviewed in advance by expert scientists (peer review), after all that has solid validation, doesn’t it? Well, there are a lot, an awful lot, of journals out there with a great range of rigour or care in the review process.This paper was accepted by the journal with no questions.

Career advancement in science (and other areas of academia) is dependent on publications.

This has led to an explosion in the number of papers published annually and a growth in journal titles. There is just so much noise out there and in reality probably more papers than could be rigorously reviewed.

The leading peer-review journals are not without problems either with flawed papers regularly withdrawn or fully fraudulent research being exposed occasionally. Add to this the manner in which scientific research is communicated on to the public through the media and these are very serious challenges for academia and the whole of society. What must be done?

These issues will be discussed at the Boyle Summer School – www.robertboyle.ie For more details please contact Alice O’Donoghue at Lismore Heritage Centre on 058 54976 or aodonoghue@waterfordcouncil.ie or visit the website for booking and pricing details www.robertboyle.ie In addition to the lively discussions, the school will also include BBQ in the courtyard of Lismore castle, music sessions, dinner with poetry, guided walks and costumed recreations of Boyle’s experiments all in the stunning surroundings of Lismore.

For more details please contact Alice O’Donoghue at Lismore Heritage Centre on 058 54976 or ao’donoghue@waterfordcouncil.ie or visit the website for booking and pricing details www.robertboyle.ie The Robert Boyle Summer School is an initiative conceived by Calmast the leading science and technology promotion centre at Waterford Institute of Technology. It is run in conjunction with partners at Lismore Heritage Centre and The Robert Boyle Foundation (TCD). The main sponsors include Science Foundation Ireland, Institute of Physics and Waterford City and County Council.

for WVM 2015, it’s a fantastic event for Waterford and gives people the opportunity to embrace a healthy lifestyle while supporting local and national charities.”

This year’s event takes place on Saturday June 27th. For further information and a route map for the WVM 2015 log onto www.waterfordvikingmarathon.com

Know Your Rights UK CITIZENS AND MOVING TO LIVE IN IRELAND Question: I am a UK citizen and I am thinking of moving to Ireland. Are there any restrictions on taking up residence?

Answer: Citizens of the United Kingdom (UK) are entitled to live in Ireland without any conditions or restrictions. Unlike the citizens of other countries, they are not subject to the Aliens Act 1935 or to any orders made under it. This means that you, as a UK citizen, do not need a visa, any form of residence permit or employment permit to live in Ireland.

In general, while living in Ireland, UK citizens are entitled to avail of public services on the same basis as Irish citizens living in Ireland. For example, UK citizens who are resident in Ireland are entitled to health services in the same way as Irish citizens who are resident. UK citizens resident in Ireland whose income is from a UK source and who do not have any income from Ireland may be entitled to a medical card regardless of their means.

Unlike other EU citizens, UK citizens may retire to Ireland without having to establish that they have sufficient resources or that they have private health insurance. UK citizens living in Ireland are eligible for social welfare payments in the same way as Irish citizens living in Ireland. However you need to meet the requirements of the habitual residence condition (in the same way as Irish citizens living in Ireland) to qualify for many means-tested social welfare payments. If you have recently moved to Ireland, you may find it more difficult to establish that your main centre of interest is in Ireland.

UK citizens living in Ireland are entitled to vote in Irish elections, with the exception of Presidential elections and referendums.

The UK government has published a short guide on gov.co.uk for UK citizens who are living in Ireland and travelling to Ireland.

Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000. FLAC (Free Legal Advice) 1st Thursday of every month, by appointment only.

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Innovative Family Mediation Pilot project receives positive response at New Orleans conference

Bernard Shields (left), Ballinacourty, with Kilkenny Hurling star Charley Carter taken recently at the official opening of Top Oil Filling Station in Abbeyside.

Trish and Jack Ryan, Ballinroad, with the National Hurling League Hurling Cup won by Waterford this year taken recently at the official opening of Top Oil, Abbeyside.

DR. Roisin O’Shea was invited by the Association of Family & Conciliation Courts (AFCC) to present interim results on parenting outcomes, from the Waterford Institute of Technology Family Mediation Pilot project, at their annual conference on May 29th in New Orleans.

The pilot results, implementing a new mediation process developed by Dr. O’Shea, show greatly improved parenting outcomes for children. Dr. O’Shea co-presented the workshop titled ‘Do Mediated Agreements Promote Shared Parenting?’ with solicitor Katherine Irwin, Family Law specialist and Partner in Beauchamps law firm, Dublin, a volunteer mediator.

All pilot cases had parenting issues, with 80% of non-resident parents having no parenting time with their child or children pre-mediation. In cases where the non-resident parent was seeing the child or children, the average amount of access before mediation was 2.3% of the child’s time per week. This mirrors Dr. O’Shea’s 2014 doctoral research findings on the Family Courts, funded by the Irish Research Council, where 2% was the average court ordered parenting time for the non-resident parent. In the pilot, the average parenting time, postmediation, for the nonresident parent set out in the mediated parenting agreements was 14.8%. In all cases to date the father was the non-resident parent, and in 53% of the

cases the father was a lay litigant.

The means-tested selfsustaining pilot project, with volunteer mediators, including Shane Dempsey, Mediator and IT consultant, was launched in May 2013 by the then Canadian Ambassador Loyola Hearn.

The initial inspiration for this project came from a brief meeting between Dr. O’Shea and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada Beverly McLachlin. Phase I was held in Waterford from May to December 2013 with 312 hours available, and Phase II commenced in Kilkenny in October 2014 with 260 available hours until July 31st. However, Dr. O’Shea, a Mediator and Partner at Arc Mediation, hopes to extend the pilot project until the end of this year; “This project is selffinancing so we are dependent on the good will of the volunteer mediators from W.I.T. and Arc Mediation who receive a contribution towards their travel expenses, and also the support of the Newpark Close Family Resource Centre Kilkenny who provide a meeting room once a week at a nominal rate. 30 cases have concluded and there are currently 20 active cases, but we know we could handle a lot more if people were aware of this option.”

Dr. O’Shea indicated that appointments are usually available within 10 days.

Fees are means-tested and start at € 25 per hour.

There were dependent children in 100% of pilot cases. 60% of cases had an active case listed at the District Court, and were

Rihanna Lynch, Grange, with the National Hurling League Cup won by Waterford taken recently at the official opening of Top Oil, Abbeyside.

Robert Falkowski and his son Dominik, Town Court, Dungarvan, one of winners of the painting competing held in conjunction with the official opening of Top Oil, Abbeyside.

Pilot Project Administrator and Mediator, Laura La Brooy, Kilkenny.

Dr. Roisin O' Shea (left), Pilot Co-ordinator, Waterford, and Katherine Irwin (right), Family Law Specialist and Partner in Beauchamps Law Firm, Dublin, presenting at the AFCC annual conference 'Children in the Court System', New Orleans, May 27th-30th. referred to the pilot by their solicitors or the judge.

Agreement was reached on the primary issue in 74% of cases.

Dr. O’Shea described some innovative elements of the project; “The process includes a directive and facilitative approach, where the mediators pro-actively case manage, keep the clients time-focussed and solution-focussed, and engage in option development. The sessions are co-mediated and bi-gender.

Children and parenting arrangements are given priority and, where possible, the mediators seek to meet with the children confidentially to hear their views.We spoke to children, with the consent of their parents, in 17% of cases.

Mediations are conducted in the shadow of the law, working directly with solicitors to manage timelines, seeking adjournments if more time is needed, and referring draft agreements for review so that clients receive independent legal advice where possible. The process uses text, email and skype communications, and translators where necessary.

21% of the pilot participants were non-Irish citizens, and 10% resided outside of Ireland. We used bite-sized agreements where there was significant conflict between the parents, starting with 6 weeks and moving to 3 months, then 6 months. In high conflict cases, or cases where there were domestic violence issues, we screened the clients individually, and proceeded if we assessed the case to be appropriate for mediation. In most of these cases the clients did not attend any session together.

Domestic violence was

raised as an issue in 53.3% of the cases that we mediated. All agreements reached are in writing and are capable of legal enforcement.

“It was very important to us to bring the pilot project into the community that would have the greatest need for this service, which is why the Newpark Close FRC Kilkenny is such a perfect fit. The aim of the Family Resource Centre programme in 108 centres throughout Ireland is to combat disadvantage and improve the functioning of the family unit, and family mediation is an appropriate and complimentary service to the existing supports available in FRCs.” “The directive nature of this pilot is quite radical, and I don’t believe this approach has been taken anywhere else in the world.

The whole process in this project as outlined by Dr. O’Shea at the conference is really quite exciting and I would be very keen to liaise with this project, with perhaps some implementation

here in Canada” commented Hilary Linton, a Toronto lawyer attending the conference, who supervises court-connected family information and mediation services in the courts in Toronto, Ontario (mediate393 inc.), and whose private practice Riverdale Mediation Ltd. provides mediation, arbitration, teaching and consultancy services. The incoming President of the AFCC, is New Zealand judge and Law Reform Commissioner Peter Boshier. Judge Boshier is on the international advisory panel for the WIT project and is currently in discussions with Dr. O’Shea to organise an ‘Access to Justice’ event in Ireland early in 2016, at which the final project findings will be presented.

To access the pilot, contact the Kilkenny based project administrator Laura La Brooy on 087 345 7569.

Issues that can be mediated include parenting arrangements, guardianship, custody and maintenance.

Dr. Roisin O'Shea, Pilot Co-ordinator, Waterford, presented at the AFCC annual conference 'Children in the Court System', New Orleans, May 27th-30th.

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Fr. Gerard O’Connor celebrates Silver Jubilee

By Tom Keith THE parishioners of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mountstuart recently gathered to join with their Parish Priest, Very Rev. Gerard O’Connor in celebrating with his many friends from around the country and his confreres in the Diocese, the Silver Jubilee of his Ordination.

The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Aglish was full for the Mass of Thanksgiving for twenty-five successful and fruitful years of ministry and to petition the Lord for many more for Fr. Gerard ‘as a labourer in the vineyard of the Lord’.

The Bishop of Waterford and Lismore, Most Rev. Alphonsus Cullinan was joined by almost forty fellow priests and a capacity congregation in honouring and thanking Fr. Gerard for his twenty-five years of faithful service.

In his homily, Fr. O’Connor said that when the Gospel stating that ‘the harvest is rich and the labourers are few’ was read at his first Mass in Macroom Church on Monday, 4th June 1990 ‘I was full of life, ready to go’.

“I remember getting my first appointment which was to Ballybricken. I then moved to various other rural parishes in the Diocese and one other time in the City.

He said he had been bestowed with many blessings throughout his life.

“Twenty-five years have passed since then,” he said, “and we now know that in 2015, the Church is a changed place and that the

Most Rev. Alphonsus Cullinan, Bishop of Waterford and Lismore; with Fr. Gerard O’Connor and Cllr. James Tobin, Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, at the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Fr. O’Connor’s Ordination.

Pictured at the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the Ordination of Fr. Gerard O’Connor, in the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption, Aglish, were Fr. O’Connor’s brother John, his niece Joanne, Fr. O’Connor and his nephew Dan. number of labourers, or priests, has decreased over the years, but we still have the gift of the Lord inspiring us to do His will where we are and people to inspire us to that purpose.”

Speaking near the end of Mass, Bishop Cullinan took up the theme of the harvest in the Gospel.

“There is a great sense of community gathered around Fr. Gerard, gathered around Jesus who is here among us,” he said. “He comes to be with us in the very centre of our daily lives to lift up our hearts.

“I have no doubt that God is still coming,” he continued, “that He is still calling labourers to His harvest, to gather it in and there are young and not so young people here who would love to follow in His footsteps. How wonderful that would be.

“It was said to me on the

day of my ordination that there ‘There is nothing in the world like being a priest’.That is if that is your vocation. The majority of people are called to that wonderful vocation of marriage and may I thank today your mother and dad, Elaine and Dan. “I have not met them,” he said, “but I have met in Fr. Gerard the fruit of their love and of their faith.What a gift his priesthood has been for the last twenty-five years, for all of you and for all of us and all of the Diocese and of the parishes in which he served.”

Remarking on the words of a little girl who had innocently defined a priest’s work as ‘saying Mass and drinking coffee’, he said that that statement ‘has a great deal of truth in it’.

“This is because he goes to God in Mass,” he said, “he is filled with Jesus and

then brings Jesus out into the homes, perhaps over a cup of coffee. He is helping people to see, in the words of St. Therese who once said ‘the world is my ship, not my home, we do not have here a permanent dwelling, we are moving through time heading for our destination, eternal life with God’.

“We pray that men and women will respond to that call to the priesthood and religious life; to teach people, to preach the good news, that life is indeed full of meaning that we have a reason to live and we have a reason to die. That reason is Jesus Christ who is the Way, the Truth and the Life. Fr. Gerard has been a witness to that for the last twentyfive years. Ad multos annos.

At the outset, the congregation and visiting friends were welcomed to the Church and to the

Jubilee Celebration by the Chairman of the Parish Pastoral Council, Danny Fletcher. He thanked Fr. Gerard for his dedicated involvement with the Council, ‘for his leadership and guidance regarding decision making and his enthusiasm; and for making the Parish Pastoral Team very much involved in Pastoral issues’.

“May Our Lady of Lourdes watch over you Father and keep you in good health,” he said.

He also thanked the team who had made the arrangements for the celebration, including the reception in the school afterwards.

Fr. Gerard’s brother, John, speaking on behalf of the family thanked the Parish Pastoral Council and the wider parish community for organising the celebration and for the warm welcome they gave all the visitors.

“It is symbolic that we are here to celebrate a priest’s Jubilee in a place called Aglish,” he continued, “the name coming as it does from the Irish for church.”

Pictured above at the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of Fr. Gerard O’Connor’s Ordination are Most Rev. Alphonsus Cullinan, Bishop of Waterford and Lismore, with Fr. Gerard O’Connor and many of the Priests and Altar servers who celebrated the Jubilee Mass with him.

He recalled their childhood at home and the faith which they received there and hand in hand with that, the values of decency, honesty and respect for others.

“Our father practiced his religion faithfully and our mother took a more rigorous approach. Given the respect that our parents had for priests, the fact that they did not live to see their son ordained is a regret that still registers with us.”

He said that the experience of seeing pain at home ‘honed in Gerard a sensitivity for dealing with people in difficulty, something I think which has stood him well as a priest’.

“The Church at that time was to the forefront of social issues,” he said “and this cultivated in Gerard a sense of social justice. He joined and became a proactive Secretary of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

This provided him with a stepping stone which would lead to the Seminary and ultimately to ordination.

“His ministry has brought him all over Waterford and South Tipperary meeting people in the good times and difficult times of their lives.

His has been a busy demanding life, but one which has given him great fulfilment.”

Turning to his brother he said: “There is one picture which you must take from this celebration and store in your heart It is the picture of this gathering of your friends.

As John O’Donoghue put it ‘Open your eyes and see the friends which hearts recognise your faith as kin’.

Throughout the Mass, the combined parish choirs under the direction of Dina Walsh rendered many appropriate hymns adding greatly to the solemnity and sense of occasion. Included were some of the more traditional hymns which were especially appreciated by the older members of the congregation.

Symbols representing many stages and events of Fr. Gerard’s life and service were brought to the Altar before the start of Mass.

Afterwards, many people came up to congratulate Fr. Gerard before going to the school where a very extensive reception had been organised by the committee, where they catered for the hundreds who mingled with Fr. Gerard’s family and took the opportunity to meet for the first time with Bishop Cullinan.

It was a very appropriate and moving celebration of twenty-five years of service and one which was greatly appreciated by Fr. O’Connor.

Pictured at the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the Ordination of Fr. Gerard O’Connor were his co-celebrants, Fr. Michael Kennedy; Fr. Joe O’Mahoney, Macroom; Fr. Gerard O’Connor; and Fr. Finbar Lucey.

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A wonderful day as Stradbally host HB Down Syndrome Ireland Ice Cream Funday

By Richard Cutbill BABY Joey Fraher was born to Tina Carey and husband Michael Fraher, Ballinroad, on April 6th, 2015. Joey was born with Down Syndrome and to celebrate her arrival and to create a network for Joey's family with other Down Syndrome families, a HB Down Syndrome Ireland Ice Cream Funday was held. Joey's aunt Helen Carey and husband Stephen McCarthy held the party for Joey at their home in Stradbally on June 13th.We would like to thank every person who made the day such a success and if any person has not been mentioned it is not with intent.

The Fraher and Carey families wish to thank everyone who sent good wishes and delivered such thoughtful gifts to Joey since her birth. But most of all for the phenomenal support they received at Joey's Party on Saturday.

We would like to thank the following Businesses and Individuals for their very generous sponsorship, support and assistance in making this wonderful day. We will have a final total raised by Friday. At the

moment we have raised €5,575.60, but there is a substantial amount to be added, which is just fabulous and has well exceeded our greatest expectations. Final total will be published when we hand over the cheque to DS Ireland, hopefully next week.

Sacha Bulfin, Design & Print, Dungarvan; Lisa Gorey, Hairdresser, Stradbally; Céide Stained Glass, Stradbally; O'Donnacha's, Kilmeaden; Kilmeaden Cake Supplies; Philip Egan, Wholesale Meats, Waterford; Billy Murphy, Butchers, Waterford; Kiely's Butchers, Waterford; Kenny's Pharmacy,Tramore; Kents, Kilmacthomas; John Foley Images; Pisces Restaurant, Kill; Irwin’s, Dungarvan; Tannery Restaurant, Dungarvan; Farm Relief Services/Ned Dunphy, Kilmacthomas; Griffin’s Garage, Kilmacthomas; Cove Bar, Stradbally; Organ family, Ballylaneen/Kilmacthomas; Mary Fraher, Amy Fitzgerald, Denise Troy, Melissa Fennell; Scallan’s Food Factory, Waterford; Tramore Racecourse; Hickson’s Centra,Tramore; Lloyd’s Hair Salon,Waterford; Beautified by Gemma, Kilmacthomas; Roger Casey; Eibhlin Shiaghail, Jewellery Design, Kilmacthomas; Phelan’s Centra, Kilmacthomas; Kirwan’s Pharmacy, Kilmacthomas; GAC Automotive, Youghal;

Bridgie Terries,The Pike, Dungarvan; Cunningham’s Shop, Stradbally; Whelan’s Bar, Stradbally; Mahon Valley Gun Club; GSK Sports & Social Club; Park Hotel Dungarvan/Flynn Hotel Group; Precision Engineering,The Pike, Dungarvan; Buck family, Glen Fruits, Clonea, Dungarvan; Ned Whelan Newsagents, Dungarvan; Garvey's SuperValu, Dungarvan; P&H Bouncy Castles, Ring; DJ Tyrone Power, Kilmacthomas; Kieran Foley, Faha; Richard Cutbill Photgraphy, Stradbally; Mayor Damien Geoghegan; Cllr. Liam Brazil; Michael "Brick" Walsh; Mossie Joyce, Butchers, Dungarvan; Rosslyn Art, Stradbally; Sodapop/Jo Roche, Dungarvan; Fenor Marquees; Marks & Spencer, Clonmel/Mairead Tobin; Sam McCauley's, Dungarvan; Collette Grant Morrissey, JP & Valerie Brazil, Bróna Power; Emma Coleman Acupuncture, Dungarvan; Tom Halloran, Victualler, Kilmacthomas; Liam Rossiter Meats, Dungarvan; Shamrock Restaurant, Dungarvan; Murray's Family Pharmacy, Dungarvan; The Local Bar, Dungarvan; Helvick RNLI Pike Service Station, Dungarvan; Brian Barton; Run Amuck, Tramore; John O'Shea WLRfm; Haven Pharmacy Connolly's, Dungarvan; Paddy Coffey.

Michelle McGrath, Ann Organ, Annie Organ – all delighted to be supporting such a worthy cause.

The Crowd begins to gather for the raffle, which had some fantastic prizes donated by local businesses and Individuals, all for HB's Joey Funday.

Carol and Mikie Carey and Lynne Skelly of Stradbally.

Brian Barton of Dungarvan was most popular giving the Joey Partygoers rides around the village on his fabulous tri-motor bike. This went on well into the early evening.

Waterford Hurler Michael Walsh and son Niall Walsh exhibiting signed Waterford Hurlers team shirt about to be auctione, together with organiser Helen Carey.

Marie and Cllr. Liam Brazil and grandson Niall Walsh – great suppporters of local events and charities.

Helen Carey showing off her beautiful niece Joey Fraher at the HB Party.

The very beautiful Sarah Morrissey is bemused by attention of the photographer.

Ronan Geoghegan, Michael Walsh, Caragh Geoghegan, Chairman of Dungarvan–Lismore Municipal District Damien Geoghegan and Cllr. Liam Brazil – all delighted to to be supporting HB's Joey Fun Day.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

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

When Denis was King!

JUST over two weeks today ago a deliveryman from DHL courier service arrived on our doorstep in Johannesburg with a package containing a complimentary 1963 Manchester United shirt. This memorable shirt had recently been kindly autographed for me by the club’s legendary ex-Scottish international of the sixties Denis Law. It soon brought back several vivid memories of the numerous occasions in the sixties when I was fortunate to personally witness this flamboyant “Lawman” and his fellow ‘United Trinity’ colleagues, George Best and Bobby Charlton, enthral invariably capacity crowds with their swashbuckling attacking football for nearly a decade, especially at the Theatre of Dreams in Old Trafford.

This much-sought shirt was a gift from MUTV (Manchester United Television) in lieu of payment for a 50 minute interview which they recently requested me to take part in for inclusion in their upcoming documentary on the Legendary United and Irish captain of the late forties and early fifties, “Gentleman” Johnny Carey.

Having labelled me as the Dubliner’s official biographer due to my profile of him in The Forgotten Legends book, they therefore decided to interview me for the documentary which is due to be screened appropriately on St. Patrick’s Day 2016.

Back in 1964, soon after United manager Matt Busby had created his third great team, Law was elected European Footballer of the Year. Two years later Charlton was similarly honoured and was followed by

A typically bespectled Law prior to his 15th birthday.

Best in 1968. To be subsequently able to watch these three European Footballers of the Year weaving their magic in the same team during the next nine years was like a dream come true for United supporters like myself.

Frequently nicknamed ‘The Unity Trinity’, they mesmerised capacity crowds throughout the country with their swashbuckling attacking football.

In the words of the flamboyant Law: “We always felt that if the opposition scored one, we could score two. If they scored two we could score three.”

During this sparkling period of ultra attacking football all three stars were hugely instrumental in United collecting an FA Cup and two League championships, as well as the first European Cup trophy to come to England. In addition the team also reached seven unsuccessful cup semi-finals (domestic as well as European) and were league runners-up on two other occasions.

Many years later Busby’s eventual successor Wilf McGuinness described these three world famous legends as follows: “Bobby Charlton – a thoroughbred

Scotland under-15 team with Law 3rd from left in back row.

who oozed class, and just to look at him on the field. He was like a ballet dancer in many ways – graceful with power. George Best had everything, he was very brave, good in the air, scored many goals and could do things no other player could do. Denis Law was aggressive, yet spectacular, marvellous in the air with jackknife headers and occasionally overhead or bicycle kicks. He normally strutted his way around the field and used his sharp anticipation to score some impossible goals.

I must confess however that, while growing up in Ireland, the one member of this trio who shaded it over the other two for me was Law who soon became my hero as a result.

16 year old Law in a Huddersfield Town jersey.

Undoubtedly the club’s most memorable game which I attended in those exciting days was however not at Old Trafford but at Wembley in May 1968. On what was universally regarded as the greatest night in the club’s history both Best and captain Charlton almost singlehanded beat renowned European kings Benfica in the European Cup final.

Unfortunately, on that illustrious occasion, the downside for me was the absence of Law who was still recuperating from a serious knee operation in a Manchester hospital.

However, four months later I was fortunate to witness his spectacular hat-trick against League of Ireland champions Waterford in a European Cup game in Lansdowne Park. The exuberant Lawman was once again back to his unsurpassed best.

Invariably, he was not just a prolific goalscorer but also a scorer of frequently spectacular goals, especially on the great occasions. He was electric and possessed great

charisma, had lightning reflexes, agility, great powers of improvisation and phenomenal aerial ability despite his medium height.

He was also a showman with a streak of villainy running through his game and was always a great entertainer who frequently loved to posture – qualities which soon after his arrival at United in 1962 earned him the title of ‘The King.’

During the next ten years, approximately, he was hugely popular with the Old Trafford faithful who regularly paid homage to him, especially after one of his multitude of goals, often produced with extreme panache.

THE RISE OF A LEGEND Denis Law was born in Aberdeen on 24th February, 1940, in a Council tenement flat, the youngest of seven children.

A little money had to go a long way in the Law household because his father worked only sporadically as a trawlerman in the North Sea. Denis went barefoot until he was 12 years old and wore only hand-medown shoes throughout his early adolescent years. His first pair of football boots were a second-hand pair, a birthday present from a neighbour as a teenager.

A disconcerting sample of life at sea soon afterwards alongside his father quickly convinced him to alternatively find a career on dry land. Fortunately, football would prove the escape and having started to show early promise in school he soon went on to play for Scotland Schoolboys.

In those early days he had a serious squint and as a result he normally wore glasses and kept his right eye closed on the football field.

At the age of 15 he was signed by Huddersfield manager Bill Shankly who would later become a legend at Liverpool in the sixties and immediately after his arrival at the club the Scottish-born manager’s reaction was one of shock when he suddenly was confronted by the ‘frail, pale, skinny kid who was lacking in height.’ The manager elaborated that: “The boy’s a freak. Never did I see a less likely football prospect – weak, puny and bespectacled with a terrible squint.” In the words of assistant manager Andy Beattie many years later: “Anybody less like a footballer I’d never seen, but once I had watched him kick a ball I realised he had

it in him to be truly great.”

Fortunately, after a subsequent successful operation to correct his squint, Law’s self-confidence soon started to greatly increase. In addition, Shankly soon arranged with the manager of a nearby restaurant for him to be put on a diet of steak and milk a few times a week in order to build up his overly slim physique.

Manchester City beat off an offer from their rivals at Old Trafford and he duly scored a goal on his debut against Leeds United. Over 12 months later, having become the youngest captain in club history, he scored a goal that ensured his club escaped relegation to the third division.

During the same year he scored an incredible 6 goals

A 16 year old Law scores his first FA Cup goal.

He made his first team in an FA Cup game against debut in December 1956, at Luton Town. However, with the early age of 16, which City leading by 6-2 the was a club record, and game had to be abandoned quickly made his presence due to bad weather, resultfelt. Immediately after a ing in the glaring headlines youth team game against ‘The six sorrows of Denis Manchester United their Law’ in the Manchester manager Matt Busby Guardian the next mornoffered the substantial fee of ing! His considerable disap10,000 pounds to sign the pointment was later comwhen City ‘will o’ the wisp’ Law, but pounded Huddersfield refused what alarmingly lost the replay, was a hugely tempting offer despite the fact that he for such a young untried scored another goal.

In January 1961 he was player.While still only a sixteen year old he scored his selected for the Football first FA Cup goal before League selection against the 40,000 fans at Italian League eleven in the Huddersfield’s Leeds Road. San Siro stadium at the He would subsequently early age of 20, and duly put score another 39 in the his name on the scoresheet. competition before his His hugely impressive perrecord was eventually sur- formance caught the eye of passed by the prolific some Italian scouts. Having Liverpool striker Ian Rush. scored an impressive 21 On the 18th October, goals in 43 games for his 1958, Busby, who was also club in his first season he manager of Scotland, gave was quickly signed by him his international debut Torino for a British record against Wales at the tender fee of 110,000 pounds. age of 18, a post-war Remarkably, his transfer had record, and he duly thereby doubled in a mere crowned it with a goal, twelve months.

However, despite the lure albeit an unspectacular one.

In March 1960 a British of the lire in those days of a record transfer fee of 55,000 maximum wage in Britain, pounds by second division he found that the ultra-

defensive catenaccio system in Italy was not to his liking, although he scored 10 goals in 28 games in his first season as a lone striker up front. In September he played at Hampden Park for the Italian League team against the Scottish League and his team-mates included British players John Charles, Joe Baker and Gerry Hitchens.

In February 1962 he was lucky to escape with his life after being involved as a passenger in a serious traffic accident in an Alfa Romeo car driven by his team-mate and close friend Joe Baker.

In November 1961 he scored a goal at Old Trafford for the Italian League team against the Football League eleven. Shortly after the game he went to see Matt Busby and informed him that, although the salaries at Torino were far greater than in England, he was already seeking a way to return home to the English League as soon as possible.

Law in a Manchester City shirt.

His newfound frustrations with the defensive Italian football in general, and the restrictive club philosophy in particular, was compounded in April when the coach had ordered the referee to send him off the field during a game, purely because he had ignored the former’s orders not to take a throw in.

Law (4th from left in front row) with Manchester City.

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Buried with my people “WOULD you like to be buried with my mother’s people” was just one of the odd ways Irish men had of proposing to their future wives. More often than not, it worked, especially if there was the prospect of sharing a good many acres of land.

Where can you be buried legally? Can anyone have her / his wishes fulfilled to be buried on a mountain top, in a lonesome valley or even in a quiet field in your own land.

The small stone tower at the top of the Vee where a member of the Grubb family has lain for nigh on a century is surely testament to this.

But, surely we remember more recent precedents for this with Councils objecting and Courts eventually approving of such an arrangement.

According to a report by Conall O Fatharta in the Irish Examiner this week, a farmer from Swinford, Co. Mayo, named Martin Neary, took his fight to An Bord Pleanála when Mayo County Council refused his initial request for a burial plot.

Mr Neary, who is an atheist and has no next of kin, wanted to be buried in a private burial plot on his own land. In his application, he stated that he wants to erect a simple headstone with the names of deceased family members next to the proposed grave.

Mr Neary stated his intention that the land will never be sold or redeveloped and that no grazing would occur on the site.

In her decision, An Bord Pleanála inspector Lorraine Dockery said Mr Neary’s appeal was one of only three such developments brought before

the body in the last 11 years and was unlikely to set a precedent.

She said Mr Neary’s wish to be buried on his land did “not raise any issues of principle”.

“I can understand the need for concern with regards to setting of precedent within large, urban areas,” she said.

“However, in this instance, the application is for a single plot within a rural, agricultural area where there is no evidence of widespread demand for such facilities.The proposal is therefore considered acceptable in principle, subject to compliance with all relevant criteria.”

Ms. Dockery said that the impact of a decomposing body on groundwater “would be limited”.

She also found that the proposed burial plot would be a sufficient distance from dwellings and posed no issues in relation to traffic safety.

The planning appeals board also found the planned plot would be a sufficient distance from dwellings, wells, and the water supply infrastructure.

Mr. Neary said he was “delighted and shocked” and said he simply wanted to be buried on the land where he had worked most of his life.

“I have seen people put into nursing homes,” said Mr. Neary. “Alzheimers is also a frightening disease so I thought I would have things arranged.”

Well, there is one man who got his wish from the State without too much of a struggle, a rare enough event these days.

The crisis which wasn’t a crisis EVERYONE will recall the main talking point of last summer, that major problem which threatened some people’s long-term enjoyment and contentment?

Yes, of course, the Garth Brooks saga, the crisis which wasn’t a crisis and the ‘tragedy’ in which no one died. No, we don’t intend to rake over still smouldering coals and it may not be necessary, for the people charged with ‘this kind of thing never happening to someone else’ have come up with a new formula to prevent people from being subjected to such cruel and inhumane treatment as missing a Garth Brooks concert.

(What about those who think that cruel and inhumane treatment is. . . oh, forget it!!)

According to a report by Mark O’Regan in the Irish Independent this week, new licensing rules have been unveiled for concert promoters in an effort to avoid a repetition of another Garth Brooks-style controversy.

The new arrangements will

require promoters to arrange consultative meetings with relevant parties. Well, not a lot new there!

Failure to comply with the guidelines will result in the automatic rejection of a license application.

Promoters who advertise or sell tickets prior to engaging in the consultative process will also be denied a license.

Definitely a case of closing the stable door . . . !

Going forward (not retrospectively then?) licensing applications must be lodged at least 13 weeks in advance of an upcoming event.

And if it is proposed that additional performances will be added to a schedule already announced, a further consultation meeting will be required, before permission for these concerts is granted.

(Again, the stable door syndrome!!)

The public consultation period for event license applications will be reduced from five to three weeks.

Junior Minister with responsibility for planning, Paudie Coffey, said major out-

door events such as high profile concerts can be a significant economic boost for Ireland.

“These events also bring large numbers of visitors to our shores with significant benefits for our tourism industry,” he added.

Quite right, a half a million fans, many from abroad, needing food, drink and other sustenance have the ability to generate a major economic windfall for traders. The financial fallout from the Garth Brooks controversy cost an estimated €50m loss in revenue for the Dublin area, following objections from various residents groups living near Croke Park.

The new "fit for purpose and streamlined guidelines" will come into effect on October 1st, the decision coming after more than fifty submissions were received by the review group which recommended these new guidelines.

Well, glad that’s settled, now, let’s get on with living and enjoying our summer . . . or what’s left of it.

Lack of support threatens to sink Youghal’s Queen of the Sea festival

By Christy Parker ONE of Youghal’s most successful Summer festivals faces closure due to lack of local support, according to the organising committee.

The eighth Queen of the Sea festival, which runs from July 10th-12th was launched at Farrell’s Bar, Summerfield last weekend but the occasion was marked by a plea for greater local support.

Festival Committee spokesman Pádraig Sheehan described it as “very hard work to be chasing and scraping for funds” and that the organisers were

“exhausted from running around begging for money.”

He claimed the committee was “still seeking support for this year’s festival, never mind next year’s one.

If the event does not break even financially,” he alluded, “we will have to think twice about doing it again next year.

Funds are not meeting our costs. It’s as simple as that.”

The festival’s current sponsors are Cork County Council and the VFI, Youghal Chamber of Tourism and Development, along with local businesses, including the Old Imperial Hotel, Farrell’s Bar, Beatless

Design, Quay’s Bar and Team Bailey. Radio stations 96 FM and C103 are also supporters. However previous sponsors such as Youghal credit Union and SECAD are no longer on board.

WHAT RECOVERY? The situation would seem to reflect a very slow economic recovery - if any at all in the seaside town.

The problems persist despite the apparent success of the 2014 festival in particular when, according to Mr. Sheehan, the festival drew over 20,000 visitors to the town and surrounding area. He anticipated a similar response for 2015.

Some of the contestants launching Youghal's annual Queen Of The Sea Festival 2015 which will be held between Friday 10th of July and Sunday 12th July in aid of Youghal RNLI and Breakthrough Cancer Research.

[John Hennessy] Thanking “all the businesses that have faithfully supported us over the years,” Mr. Sheehan urged everyone to enjoy this year’s event. “God knows, it could be our last one,” he concluded.

CHARITIES Each year the Queen of

the Sea festival raises money for charity. This year the chosen beneficiaries are Cork Cancer Research Centre and the RNLI. Declan Soden, Head of the Cork Cancer research Centre said the centre, “brings together researchers, clinicians,

oncologists, surgeons and other specialists involved in cancer treatment in Cork, “with the aim of grouping our understanding of cancer and providing treatment that was less invasive, less toxic and more effective.”

The centre had treated over 400 patients in Cork over

last eight years through clinical trials.

Lifeboat Operations Manager Fergus Hopkins thanked the local community for its ongoing “fantastic” support. He revealed that next year the station will receive a new, hightech Atlantic 85 lifeboat.

Council to engage with new owners of Waterford Crystal WATERFORD Council will engage and work with the new owners of Waterford Crystal, which was sold recently.

At the June meeting of the local authority, Cllr.

Davy Daniels noted the sale of Waterford Wedgwood to Finnish homewares group ‘Fiskars’.

Waterford Wedgwood was rescued six years ago

when New York turnaround fund ‘KPS Capital Partners’ an American private equity fund, bought the business in 2009 for approximately €100m and maintained a

significant manufacturing presence in Waterford, as well as investing in a new visitor centre.

The company was recently sold to Fiskars, for an estimated €400m.

Cllr. Daniels asked if the Council’s Chief Executive, Michael Walsh, if he has had any contact with the new owners?

Mr. Walsh replied that the sale is closing some-

time in July, and so far there has been no contact with the new owners, but he assured Councillors that the Council would engage and work with Fiskar at a later date once

the sale is complete.

He described the news as nothing but “positive” and Waterford Crystal was bought by Fiskars with “long-term interest”.

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O’BRIEN – Birthday remembrance of Anna O’Brien, late of Templeverick, Bunmahon, whose birthday is on 27th June and who died on 28th December, 2014.

Even though you are no longer with us, You are in our thoughts daily, We each cherish our memories of you, And will hold you in our hearts forever.

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Maimie’s huband Mick; daughters Noreen and Nuala; son Patrick and the extended Carey and Cashell families would like to express their sincere gratitude to all those who sympathised with us on the sad passing of Maimie.

Thanks to all those who sent Mass cards, floral tributes and letters of sympathy. A special thank you to all those who travelled long distances to be with us and to our wonderful neighbours and friends who brought food to the house.

A huge thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and staff of Waterford University Hospital; Dr. B. Lordan, Carol and Regina of the Palliative Care team; Public Health Nurse Catherine; Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., Lismore; Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., Ballyduff; Sacristan Nellie; Altar servers, musicians Riognach, Séamus, Fiona, Sinéad and Brenda. Thanks also to the gravediggers, Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore, and to the Ballyduff Community Council for the use of the hall and all those who helped with the catering after the funeral.

Please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our deep appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

Anniversary Mass for Maimie will be celebrated on this Sunday, 28th June, in St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff, at 11.00 a.m.

† DAN LOOBY Clonea, Dungarvan 28th June, 2015 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary Mary and family would like to thank most sincerely all of those who sympathised with us following Dan's death; those who called to the house, telephoned, wrote cards and letters and who travelled long distances to be with us. The unforgettable kindness and support from friends, neighbours and work colleagues was very humbling for us all, and very much appreciated.

We would like to express our appreciation to Dr. Stacey for his care and attention over many years, and to Nurses Patricia Barry and Orla O’Mahony who along with Carers Maria, Bernie and Bridie, with great skill and kindness, made Dan's final days more comfortable.

We would like to thank Fr. Doherty for his friendship and kindness to Dan; to Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., who led the Rosary; to Fr. Martin Keogh who celebrated the Requiem Mass along with Monsignor O’Mahony; Fr. Michael Enright and Fr. Matt Cooney. Thanks too to Finbarr Keohan, Muriel and Mel, for their beautiful music and singing; to Drohan Funeral Directors for their thoughtfulness and professionalism; to the Power family who provided extra car parking and to the Chapelwoman, Altar servers and gravediggers, all of whom contributed to the funeral and burial at Garranbane.

As it would be impossible to thank everybody individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. The Holy sacrifice of Mass has been offered for all of your kindness.

The First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Garranbane Church on Sunday, 28th June, at 11.00 a.m.

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Frank Seery Water Services wish to apply to the above Authority for full Planning Permission to construct a New Workshop, Service and Storage Unit with associated works at Clashnagoneen, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Tom Power is applying to Waterford City and County Council for planning permission for the construction of a new agricultural shed, (circa 1500m2) and underground slatted tank, and associated site works at Ballymualla West, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Luke Cunningham, intend to apply for permission for the construction of a loose house / slatted shed for cattle and associated site works at Ballysallagh, Kinsalebeg, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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BARRON (11th anniversary) – Marita (nee Nugent), late of Ballymacart, Old Parish, Dungarvan.

Treasured memories of a wonderful friend who departed this life on 28th June, 2004.

You always had a smile to share, A laugh, a joke, time to care, A wonderful nature, kind and true, These are the memories we have of you.

–Always in our thoughts and prayers, from all your friends, XXX. COUGHLAN (7th anniversary) – Remembered with love Rose Coughlan (nee Nicholson), late of Curragh, Ardmore.

–Missed by daughters Elizabeth and Veronica; cherished grandchildren, relatives and many friends in County Waterford and Dublin.

DALY (16th anniversary) – In loving memory of Francis Daly, late of Knockateemore, Abbeyside, who died on 24th June, 1999. R.I.P. Treasured memories, Of a gentle person, May your gentle soul, Rest in peace.

–Loved and missed by your brother Michael; sister-in-law Breda and their families.

UÍ FHIANNUSA (25 Bliain) – I ndil chuimhne ar Phádraig Uí Fhiannusa, Sliabh gCua agus Ceapach Chuinn, a d’éag ar 21ú Mheitheamh 1990.

Gael, Oide, File, Saoi, Cara, Athair, Údar, Scríobhnóir, Stairí, Scéalaí, Baileathóir Béaloideasa, Rólmhúnlaithe dóibh siúd le dúil sa Teanga Gaolainne, agus níos mó fós.

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FIVES (24th anniversary) – Cherished memories of Michael, late of The Burgery, who died on 25th June, 1991.

–Sadly missed by your loving family.

MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – June 30th marks the Second Anniversary of a Husband and Father Paul “Mull” Mulcahy, late of “Dún Daingean,” Bally-knock Lower, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

The moment that you died, My heart was torn in two, One side filled with heartache, The other died with you.

I often lie awake at night, When the world is fast asleep, And take a walk down memory lane, With tears upon my cheeks.

Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, But missing you is heartache, That never goes away.

It does not take an effort, For me to think of you, Each Mass I hear, each prayer I say, Is offered up for you.

I cannot bring the old days back, When we were all together, Our family chain is broken now, But our memories will live forever.

–Codail go sámh a ghrá, go gcasfar ar a chéile arís sinn, ó your loving wife Fiona and son Paul beag, XX. Mass will be offered for Paul in Kilgobinet Church at 11.00 a.m. on Sunday, 28th June, 2015.

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MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of our son Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013.

No farewell words were spoken, No time to say goodbye, You were gone before we knew it, And only God knows why.

No one knows the pain we bear, When we all meet and you’re not there, You gave us years of happiness, Then sorrow came with tears, You left us lovely memories, We will treasure through the years.

We hold you close within our hearts, And there you shall remain, To walk with us throughout our lives, Until we meet again.

So rest in peace dear son, And thanks for all you’ve done, We pray that God has given you, The crown you’re truly won.

–Your loving parents Tony and Breda, 228, XX.

MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013.

God called your name so gently, That only you could hear, No one heard the footsteps, Of the Angels drawing near.

You left us so many memories, To us you were so dear, No matter when we needed you, We always found you near.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Kilgobinet Church on Tuesday, 30th June, at 7.30 p.m.

How can we put on paper, The feelings we have inside, Of a broken hearted family, Who have missed you since you died.

Our lives go on without you, But things are not the same, It’s hard to hide the heartache, When someone speaks your name.

We miss you Paul “Mull.”

–Love: Matty, Ann, Monica, Mick, Treasa, Katelyn, James and Claire, X.

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ST. JOHN (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear mother and grandmother Rita St. John, late of Abbeyside, who passed away on 23rd June, 2005.

R.I.P. Loving memories never die, As years roll on and days pass by, In our hearts a memory is kept, Of the ones we loved and will never forget.

–Always loved and remembered by your daughter Mary; son-in-law Ian and grandchildren Cameron and Alina, Canada.

–Sadly missed by Auntie Mary, Sean and Michael, 228, XXX.

–Sadly missed by your uncle Joe; Cait, Alan, Michelle, Sharon, Dave and their families.

MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul Mulcahy, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013.

We think of all the good times, When we were all together, Your memory lives with us today, Always and forever.

–Your work-mates Harry, Paddy and Alan.

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MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of my nephew Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013. R.I.P. Sometimes when we think of you, We feel that you are near, Sometimes when we talk to you, We think that you can hear.

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Quietly today your memory is kept, Deep in our hearts we will never forget, Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of my nephew Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013. R.I.P.

MULCAHY (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul “Mull” Mulcahy, late of “Dún Daingean,” Ballyknock Lower, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who was taken from us on 30th June, 2013.

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

–Always loved and remembered by your family at home and away, X.

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

Floral & Artificial Wreaths Supplied Obituary Notices

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

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RIVER TRIPS

SERVICES AVAILABLE

FROM YOUGHAL www.blackwatercruises.com

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

087-9889076

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

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HEALY TREE FELLING AND LANDSCAPING – Fully insured and certified.

Specialising in tree felling, tree pruning and reducing, chipping and removal, landscaping and garden construction including grass and hedge cutting, lawn laying, gravel gardens, paving, decking and fencing Contact: Eamonn (085) 7784335.

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CONTAINER GROWN TREES – Direct from the nursery. Suitable for planting all year round. Contact: Jim at (087) 2508846.

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COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping professionals. Garden design and layout.

Planting, water features, patios, stonework, kerbing, fencing, etc. Lawn laying turfed and seeded. For a professional and affordable service contact Paul Curran (087) 2908403. www.comeraghlandscaping.ie (ind.)

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AIR COMPRESSORS – Sales / Service / Repairs.

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

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COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer.

20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)

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

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

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DECORATING SERVICE – All internal / external painting. New house spraying before second fix.

Tired old kitchen units hand-painted, hygiene coatings. Epoxy floor paint systems. Qualified local tradesmen. Free estimates.

Insurance work. Fully insured. VAT registered.

Call: Prodec Painters.

Padraig (087) 7730520.

Steve (086) 8410901.

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

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

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RE-UPHOLSTERY CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home.

Collection and delivery.

Sofas and Couches made to order. Curtains and Pelmets made to measure.

Extensive range of fabrics to choose from. Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must.

Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed.

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

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SMALL BUSINESS FOR SALE – Operating 2–3 days a week with great potential to expand.

Running with thirty-one years. Owner retiring. Box No. 5516.

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CLEANER AVAILABLE – Monday to Friday.

Lemybrien / Dungarvan and surrounding areas.

Own transport. Tel. (087) 7600436.

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COMPLEX CLEANING SERVICES / SHINY HOUSE – Carpet Cleaning, Office Cleaning, General House Cleaning, Car Interior Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Gardening Cleaning, Trees and Shrubs Cutting, Walls and Patio Cleaning, Ironing.

Contact: Dorothy (087) 6854522 or dorinaa84@gmail.com (17-7)

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AVAILABLE – Hy-Line Point of Lay Pullets for sale. Contact: Ryan (025) 27299.

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STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124

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

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STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening.

Paving, Construction Works.

Pictures and references available. Fully qualified.

Polish professionals.

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DUNGARVAN MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY – Would like to thank the people of Dungarvan and the surrounding areas for their generosity towards the collections which were held on 23rd and 24th May. Many thanks, Dungarvan Multiple Sclerosis.

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THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail.

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Youghal, Co. Cork.

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HUGE SAVINGS CALL TODAY FULL RANGE OF QUALITY BLINDS, CURTAINS AND ACCESSORIES Quotes, Measurements & Fitting Free of Charge You’ll be “BLINDED” by our SPECIAL PRICES & SERVICES

DON’T DELAY! CALL TODAY ON 024 92850/93469

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Agri Sale

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

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SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB (17/6/2015) – 1st Anne Holland & Walter Murphy; 2nd Pierce Casey & Andrew McGrath; 3rd Aine & Anne Veale; 4th Kay Kirwan & Sheila Towey; 5th Margaret Foley & Lorraine Vart.

POINT OF LAY PULLETS, DUCKLINGS AND BROILERS FOR SALE – Outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 29th June, between 11.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Contact: (026) 41905 / (087) 2208061.

ORTHOPAEDIC CHAIR FOR SALE – Also two Dining Chairs, Dining Table with Glass Top. All in perfect condition. Tel. (087) 9733848 after 6.00 p.m.

60 ROUND BALES OF SILAGE FOR SALE – 2014 and 34 Round Bales of Silage. 2015 ex-field. Tel. (051) 291470.

(3-7) OLD PARISH AREA – 40 Acres on Stem. Sell in suitable lots. Ready for cutting next week. Fertilised and rolled. Contact: (085) 7119641.

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THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect.

Call HELEN. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Tel. (087) 2756576.

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.)

AGLISH – Three Bedroomed House To Let. €550 per month. Tel. (087) 6252788.

(3-7) LATE JUNE – Modern 3 Bedroom House to let.

Abbeyside area. All mod cons. Tel. (087) 6646152.

(26-6) LARGE 4 BEDROOMED HOUSE TO LET – Fully furnished. 5 miles from Dungarvan.

West Waterford area. Suitable for family. Tel. (087) 7461147.

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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown.

(025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.)

BREEDER HAS FOR SALE A SELECTION OF PUREBRED CHAROLAIS BULLS – 16 to 20 months old by LGL and home bred.

Easy calving and from closed herd. Delivered. Tel. (087) 6176746.

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BEREAVEMENT Support and help available Service – Free & Confidential Tel. 058-46100 www.westwaterfordbereavement.org

Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all.

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

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Department receiving information on operation of new pilot HAP scheme THE Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) is a pilot scheme operating in Waterford, with information on its operation being fed back to the Minister of Environment.

HAP is a new form of housing support provided by Councils, where housing assistance for households is provided for those who qualify for social housing support.

Under HAP, the Council makes the full rent payment on behalf of the tenant and the tenant will make a rent contribution to the Council, based on income

and ability to pay.

At the June meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Seán Reinhardt noted that there are 148 new applicants for HAP, and requested the Council to ask HAP applicants how they sourced their landlords.

Cllr. Reinhardt said he contacted 13 letting agencies and found only one landlord willing to take part in the HAP scheme.

He claimed that people living in Waterford City were being penalised in rents, as rents in the county were around €100 to

€200 cheaper.

Both Cllr. Eamon Quinlan and Blaise Hannigan queried why there was different bands of rent within Waterford and compared with other counties, and suggested writing to the Minister about the problem Cllr. Siobhán Whelan said there was a feeling that HAP could be rolled out regardless if it is successful or not.

Senior Engineer, Pat McCarthy, agreed that sourcing landlords who would accept HAP was difficult and it was “an ongoing piece of work”.

He said information on the HAP pilot scheme is being fed back to the Department.

Mr. McCarthy said the difference in the rent bands would be taken up with the Department.

Cllr. Reinhardt requested that Councillors see the report before it is submitted to the Department, arguing that ‘all is not rosy in the garden’ in relation to the HAP scheme.

“There are some good things about HAP, but it has bad things about it that we need to iron out,” said Cllr. Reinhardt.

Mr. McCarthy pointed out

that the first port of call is the Strategic Policy Committee (SPC) on housing and the matter can be discussed at the next meeting of the SPC. HOUSING LIST Cllr. Cha O’Neill said that for years, Councillors were able to see who was on the housing list and who got a house.

“Where have those names gone?” he questioned.

Deputy Mayor Cllr. Jason Murphy agreed, saying traditionally Councillors received information on who was allocated a house.

Provision of affordable childcare and not cuts will help lone parents back to work - Cullinane

I n te r n a t i o n a l R u g by s u c c e s s ‘ k i c ks off ’ at WIT

Ireland Women’s Rugby Captain and WIT graduate, Niamh Briggs.

[Stephen McCarthy / Sportsfile]

EARLIER this year as Ireland Rugby Captain Niamh Briggs held aloft the Women’s Six Nations Rugby Championship Trophy, following an incredible tournament, staff and students at Waterford Institute of Technology’s School of Health Sciences had particular reason to be proud of the Dungarvan woman’s achievements.

As a graduate of the School of Health Sciences, Niamh completed a degree in Exercise and Health Studies and also got her first taste of competitive women’s rugby at WIT. Reflecting on her time at WIT, Niamh acknowledges that it set her on the path to international sporting success.

“I completed a degree in Health, Sport and Exercise Science at Waterford Institute of Technology,” said Niamh.

“I really enjoyed my experience in college, loved that there was a

strong sense of community attached to the college and there was always a great rapport amongst all the students.

“I also loved that the lecturers often went above and beyond their duty to make sure that everyone got on in their studies and were always willing to help in any way needed.”

When it comes to her passion, rugby, Niamh says, “Most of all I loved that I was attached to such a fantastic sporting third level institution. Here I got a taste of playing ladies football and soccer to a very high level, but it was also where I had my first proper taste of rugby and most definitely set me on my way to international honours. The college has always been massively supportive of me ever since.”

Waterford Institute of Technology’s School of Health Sciences provides a broad range of programmes. Recreation, coaching, exercise and health promotion are

Chief Executive, Michael Walsh, said there was a data protection issue about publishing the names and addresses of people on a public document / record.

Cllr. John Pratt said he was informed by the Director of Service there was no reason why Councillors could not receive the information.

Mr. Walsh said he had no objection to circulating information to Councillors, but did have an objection to putting that information into a public document / record.

studied at the Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Science, whilst nursing and allied health professions are the focus of the Department of Nursing and Healthcare.

Dr. Michael Harrison, Head of Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Science says “With a community of over 650 students and 32 staff, WIT’s Health, Sport and Exercise Science department is the largest in the country.

Our specialised staff gives the department expertise in a wide variety of fields relevant to health, sport and exercise.”

“Ultimately, the student gains an invaluable insight into a variety of programmes which span the health, sport and exercise science field.

Coupled with this, all undergraduate programmes involve work placement for at least one semester.

The fitness element of these programmes is accredited, which gives

our students access to the Register of Exercise Professionals in Ireland (REPS Ireland) and from this, international recognition.”

With state of the art sporting facilities on campus, students also have access to the Waterford Regional Sports Centre track and a 25m pool at the Waterford Crystal Sports and Leisure Complex, both adjacent to WIT’s Main Campus.

If you think a career in sport or health science and promotion is for you, find out more about the School of Health Sciences departments and courses by visiting www.wit.ie/healthsciences If you’ve still got questions about your CAO choices, WIT is hosting a drop in clinic daily from Monday, 29th June, to 1st July, from 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. Or if you can’t make it on to campus, our academics will be available for a live CAO Q&A from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. on www.wit.it/cao.

SINN Fein Senator David Cullinane has said that the government needs to provide better access to affordable full-time childcare and cease changes to the one parent family allowance that will deepen poverty levels in this state.

“Between 2008 and 2013, the number of children living both at risk of poverty and in consistent poverty jumped from 6% to 12%. This means that at least 135,000 children in Ireland, or one out of every eight, are experiencing material deprivation on a daily basis. Lone parent families are among the most vulnerable people in our society. CSO figures show that 63% of lone parent families are living without basic necessities.

“This is the already stark reality in which Fine Gael and Labour wishes to introduce savage cuts to payments for one parent families. We are told that the cuts are being introduced to encourage lone parents to enter employment or education. Almost 12,000 parents, many of them already in employment, will lose up to €86 per week under these proposed cuts.”

“On top of this, we have a situation where childcare remains unaffordable and out of the reach of many families in the country.

When these cuts were first proposed by Labour leader Joan Burton she promised that affordable childcare and afterschool care would be made available.”

“This has not happened, and we are now only weeks away from the introduction of these cuts. The anxiety and anger of one parent families is palpable as we approach the 2nd of July.”

David continued: “I am calling on Joan Burton to roll back on these savage cuts that will have such devastating and long-lasting effects on so many children and their families.”

“The Government needs to focus on the European Commission’s Country Specific Recommendations (CSR) for Ireland in which they outline that the government needs to take steps to increase access to affordable full-time childcare.

“The Governments measures to cut lone parent family payments will do not thing to alleviate poverty or to help lone parents back to work.”

“However, a concentrated government approach on providing affordable childcare would help to alleviate poverty by helping many parents into the workforce and help others who currently undertake family care duties and can only work part-time, to be able to commit to full-time employment.”

“We need to have more enlightened measures to deal with helping lone parents, and in particular women, into the workforce through progressive policies which benefit all of society instead of more thoughtless austerity measures.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Club Deise Golf Classic a huge success Photographs by Karen Dempsey

West Waterford Golf Club Captain David Condon congratulating Austin Kiely on coming 3rd with a team including Nick Dee, Jamie Ryan and Gavin Flynn.

THIS year’s Club Deise Golf Classic in aid of our County teams training funds proved to be an outstanding success with over 90 teams taking part in what was a fantastic weekend of golf at West Waterford Golf Club. The Classic received truly great support from companies, individuals and GAA clubs not alone with golf teams but also with tee and raffle sponsorships as well.

Thankfully the weather held up very well over the 3 days and it was great to see several of our County players including Senior Team Captain - Kevin Moran and Senior Manager - Derek

McGrath supporting the event with souvenir photos, with the National League trophy proving to be very popular with all the teams.

A special thanks to Denny Meats who supplied the food for the 9th and to our raffle sponsors, Pierce Flynn The Flynn Hotel Group; Sean Power Harvey Travel plus P. J. Ryan and the County Board.

Our thanks also to all at West Waterford Golf Club for the warmth of their welcome and generous hospitality over the 3 days with special thanks to Austin Spratt and his staff for having the course

in such great condition and to Bridgid Spratt for her outstanding work in coordinating the catering at the 9th which proved to be a big hit with all the golfers.

Speakers at the presentation of prizes included - Tom Shanahan - Club Deise Chairman, PJ Ryan - County Board Chairman, David Condon - West Waterford Club Captain and Helena Byrne - Chairperson of Club Deise Events Committee.

RESULTS 1st - Chris Garde, Gerry Kearney, Declan Mooney and J P Ryan - 99 pts

2nd - Tom Melody, Michael Kelleher, Cyril Power and Billy Quealy - 98 pts.

3rd - Nick Dee, Austin Kiely, Jamie Ryan and Gavin Flynn - 97 pts - Back 9.

4th - Michael Buckley, David Buckley, Alan Twomey and Richie Ronayne - 97 pts.

5th - Joan Sheehan, Jean Conway, Nora Flynn and Geraldine O'Connor 96 pts - Back 9.

RAFFLE 1st Prize –All Ireland Hurling Final tickets & hotel accommodation - Billy

Quealy, Mapstown, Dungarvan.

2nd Prize – Flynn Hotel Group B&B plus dinner - Oliver McCarthy, c/o Brickey Rangers Club.

3rd Prize – Return flights x 2 tickets - Waterford to London - Joan Sheehan, Coolnagour, Dungarvan.

CLUB DEISE NIGHT AT THE RACES The next major fundraiser for Club Deise is our Club Deise Night at the Races, in Tramore on Thursday, 13th August, which always proved to be such a huge success in the past and promises to be even bigger and better this year.

More details of the event will following Official launch next month.

CLUB DEISE MEMBERSHIP We are delighted with the response so far to membership of Club Deise but encourage all Waterford supporters at home and abroad to support the Waterford Teams and Club Deise.

For more information on membership log on to www.clubdeise.com or contact any of the Club Deise Committee. For more information on event contact Kieran O’Connor, O’Connor Communications 087 2516419.

Jim Dee and Michael Hogan.

Donal Dempsey, Justin Spratt and Donnchadh Gough, all Club Deise.

West Wateford Golf Club Captain David Condon congratulating Richie Ronayne on coming 4th with a team including Alan Twomey, David Buckley and Michael Buckley.

Ann Hogan, June White and Mary O’Keeffe

West Wateford Golf Club Captain David Condon congratulating Joan Sheehan on coming 5th in a team including Jean Conway, Nora Flynn, Geraldine O’Connor.

James Lacey and Tom Doyle (both Club Deise)

West Wateford Golf Club Captain David Condon congratulating the team that came 4th in a team of Alan Twomey, David Buckley, Michael Buckley, and Richie Ronayne.

Tom, Danny and Anne Marie Corcoron with National League Cup.

Prizewinners, Club Deise Members, including Tom Shanahan (Chairman) and David Condon, Capt West Waterford Golf Club and Mary Barron, Lady Capt West Waterford Golf Club.

Tom Corcoron (Club Deise), Morgan Sheehan, Pat Murray (West Waterford GC).

West Wateford Golf Club Captain David Condon congratulating Billy Quealy on coming 2nd with a team incluing Michael Kelleher, Tom Melody and Cyril Power.

Mary O’Keeffe and Johanna Barron.

Elma Fleming, Johanna Barron and Geraldine O’Donoghue

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Letters to the Editor …

Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

British State collusion Dear Sir, RTE’s recent documentary on British State collusion and British State operation and control of death squads in Ireland over the course of the war in Northern Ireland has shed light onto the issue that Republicans have been highlighting for generations.

The Irish public has now seen the tactics deployed and authorised from the highest level in Whitehall of Britain’s dirty war in Ireland.

The Irish Government should and must now call for the British Government to order an independent inquiry into alleged collusion during the conflict. This must happen in order to prevent any damaging impact to the current power sharing and policing arrangements in the six counties.

I believe the problem is that the steady flood of allegations is actually already quite damaging to present-day policing. And we need to separate present-day policing from the past, and we need to deal with the past and have that dealt with, because I believe the families have a right to have it dealt with.

The British Government must now accept that nothing less than an independent investigation is required into the numerous allegations of collusion. For years Whitehall officials have claimed that they were not aware, nor had reason to be aware, of the dirty war that was being carried out in their name in Northern Ireland. The British government has continually claimed this was the action of a few rouge individuals who were not directed or known to politicians in Whitehall.

This is a fallacy. Not only did the British Government know that it was happening but indirectly sanctioned it.

Rights Watch (UK) has long argued that there is clear evidence of State involvement in murders in Northern Ireland, and has supported those that have sought to expose it. The British Government must now accept that nothing but an independent investigation will be sufficient to ensure the families and victims have access to the truth and an adequate remedy.

The lack of a public inquiry into the death of solicitor Patrick Finucane, and the failure by the police to investigate the Glennane Gang and Kingsmill cases show the inadequacy of the current investigatory system in cases where there is clear evidence of collusion.

One must remember that the Glennane Gang was made up in the main of then serving RUC and UDR officers.

We must ensure that there is adequate accountability for the past so that these dirty tactics are never utilised again.Collusion was not random or the work of rogue individuals. It was part of the British Government policy, designed at the highest levels of Whitehall, and implemented with deadly consequences with the murders of hundreds of people.

There is clear and undeniable evidence that not only proves the existence of collusion, but also that it was British government policy; that it was routine, systematic, planned and directed with full political authority that went right to the top. It can no longer be dismissed by those who wish to ignore its impact or to cover it up.

The real cost of collusion is still felt by families and survivors who are campaigning for the truth about what happened to their loved ones. Both Governments must honor their obligation on the murder of Pat Finucane, open up its files on the Dublin and Monaghan bombings, and fund investigations into cases of collusion.

The Sinn Féin party has consistently called for an international, independent truth recovery process to deal with this issue.

Republicans are ready to work with any Independent truth recovery commission, and have acknowledged that wrongs were committed by Republicans aswell. But as of yet only Republicans have stood up and are prepared to deal with the past.

Republicans will continue to support access to the truth for those who have lost loved ones at the hands of the death squads that were set up, directed and armed by the British State. They are entitled to truth and justice and the British Government, which colluded in those it had a legal duty to protect, have a responsibility on dealing with the past.

Collusion between British security services and Loyalist gangs was committed on a large scale and with impunity.There is clear evidence that points to collusion being not only practice but policy; it was planned and directed with full political authority.

The Taoiseach has failed to hold the British Government to account for their refusal to fully cooperate with the inquiry into Dublin/Monaghan. The Taoiseach also needs to answer why the Gardai even though aware that ballistic evidence showing that two firearms used in the Greysteel massacre in 1993, were linked forensically to the murder of Sinn Fein Cllr. Eddie Fullerton in Donegal yet the Gardai never sought to question those charged with the massacre.

During my time as an elected representative I proposed a motion before Waterford County Council calling for the Government to have a public inquiry into the murder in his home of Sinn Fein Cllr. Eddie

LETTERS Fullerton in Donegal in 1991 by a pro British death squad, only one other elected member (Then Cllr.Teresa Wright of the Labour party) supported this motion, others who pertain to be Republicans hung their heads and remained silent, perhaps now, as they no doubt prepare to proclaim their Republican virtues next year for the anniversary of 1916, they will first examine their conscious for their lack of support for their countrymen who were under attack in the North for over 30 years.

The Taoiseach allowed the British Government to walk away from their commitment into a public inquiry into the death of Pat Finucane.

This flood of revelations about collusion is not going to stop.

Prevarication doesn’t work. London tolerated, even encouraged, collusion.

The British Government’s response to the bombing of Dublin and Monaghan in 1974 was to enact legislation which legalised, de-proscribed, the organisation that carried out the attacks – the UVF. It’s time to ask the difficult questions of our neighbours, surely in this the decade of centenaries and reconciliation it’s time for answers.

The truth will always come to the surface.

Regards, BRENDAN MANSFIELD The Burgery, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

party are gradually driving Nelson Mandela’s South Africa into the gutter, in the manner of Zimbabwe, due to the gradually increasing fraud, corruption mismanagement of funds and nepotism in Government as well as the gradually deteriorating economy.

Whither South Africa – watch this space!

FRANK COLBERT South Africa.

Vandalism at the Vee!

Al Bashir’s great escape!

Dear Editor, On the evening of Friday, 11th June, while driving home past Sandton in Johannesburg, I was suddenly taken aghast when a motorcade of approximately 23 luxury cars came speeding through a red traffic light while entering the intersection from my left, a mere two cars ahead of me, with sirens blaring and blue lights flashing.

It was only the following day later that I discovered that this Nazi style police escort was escorting the notorious Omar al Bashir, President of Sudan, to an African Union (AU) summit conference in nearby Nelson Mandela Square. Back in 2009 and 2010 Bashir had two warrants of arrest issued against him by the International Criminal Court (ICC). Startlingly, he faces seven counts of war crimes, crimes against humanity, and 3 counts of genocide due to a UN estimate that more than 300,000 people died in the bloody conflict presided over by him and also 2 million people were displaced. As a result the ICC had issued a ruling that he be arrested while here in South Africa.

On the Sunday, while Bahir was attending the conference, his security forces back in the Sudan capital Darfur received news of an overnight ruling in a Johannesburg High Court stipulating that he must be arrested and handed over to the ICC to face trial in The Hague. As a result about 800 South African peace-keeping troops in Sudan were soon held “hostage” by Government troops in an effort to guarantee Shabir’s safe return home.

However, because South African President Jacob Zuma decided to typically defy the court ruling, al-Bashir was soon moved to a local military airport where it was covertly parked out of sight in a hangar.

Sharir was then quickly whisked away from the conference and secretly escorted by fifteen police cars to the same military airport for his flight back to Sudan.The Government troops in Darfur were then soon withdrawn only after his plane had safely touched down in Khartoum.

The contrast between Zuma’s red carpet rolled out for Bashir could not be greater than his recent refusal to allow the peace-loving Dalai Lama to even enter the country. It therefore is starkly apparent that Zuma’s Government has deserted, not only his own people, but the core values that underpin this society, in favour of Africa’s most brutal dictators like Bashir and Mugabe.

Because South Africa is a member of the ICC, shockwaves reverberated around the country due to this latest typically defiant deed

by Zuma which disregarded our Constitution as well as refusing to comply with a court order. On reflection it is obvious that he was prepared to violate the rule of law in order to preserve his cosy relationship with a number of other dictatorial leaders on the African continent.

Also attending the same AU conference was the notorious Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe who is startlingly leader of the AU, despite having driven his country into the gutter at the expense of his totally impoverished people. This self-serving 92 year old pariah tried to justify al Bashir’s quick escape on the basis that he was a guest of the AU in Johannesburg. He also confessed that Zuma had guaranteed both himself and Bashir before the AU conference that the latter would not be arrested while in South Africa, irrespective of any court rulings.

Co-incidentally, according to statistics of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace, Mugabe himself also committed genocide between 1982 and 1986 by massacring some 30,000 Matebele opposition supporters. His only comment some twenty years later, without naming the culprit, was that: “It was a moment of madness.”

Zuma is now facing growing criticisms locally, not only due to this incident, but also the obscene amount of taxpayers’ money which he has spent on his private Nkandla residence. Also, although it has taken his Government two and a half years to complete the inquiry into the Marikana massacre by his police, we are still awaiting for three months for him to complete his review of the relevant report, which took only one month to complete.

Many local political experts now forecast that Zuma and his ANC

Dear Editor, For the past fifty years I have taken an annual trip to the Vee in early June to enjoy the breath-taking beauty of the greatest annual floral display in County Waterford i.e. the Rhododendrons, especially the backdrop to Bay Lough in the Knockmealdown Mountains.This floral extravaganza attracts countless tourists each year by tourist bus and private car. As I passed Melleray I was horrified to see large council machinery systematically destroying these beautiful shrubs in full flower by the roadside and ponder the impact this heathen action would have on our guests who obviously would ask what Philistone could authorise this desecration at this time of year. Most by-roads in the county by late May have briars and grass practically meeting across the road from hedgerow to hedgerow but to priortise the tourism sensitive area for such treatment at this time shows a total ignorance and insensitivity to the promotion of tourism in our county.

This episode is symptomatic of ill-informed people making decisions that impact negatively on the Tourism potential of our County.

When I look at the attempt of Waterford Council to link the proposed desecration of Grattan Square with the 800 year Charter celebrations and the sucking in of well intentioned people my stomach churns.

Look at what they, the Council, have already done to our Square.

Two hundred years ago, the then Town Planners designed a grid system of streets leading onto the Square which was orientated to create a vista on the Mary Street/Bridge Street axis towards Cruachan (the dominant feature on the local landscape). All buildings in the Square had a common theme with a parapet at eaves level with hidden guttering. Over the years, our Council allowed the systematic destruction of this unity, which can be seen, where the parapets are still intact on the Western side of the Square, whereas the Eastern side has been shamelessly destroyed. Financial Institutions were allowed to demolish and erect totally inappropriate buildings in the Square.

How could we have faith in plans drawn up by this institution who have no regard for the principles and vision of the original planners for the future city of Dungarvan, as they called it and the wonderful civic space they created i.e. Our Square.

I flinch when I imagine a Multiple Sclerosis or Motor Neuron victim in a wheelchair being torturously wheeled over cobblestone in their native town centre.

The stressed mother trying to get her children to a number of schools enduring gridlock because of reverse parallel parking in the main artery in the town centre.

The ambulance and firetender trying to function in a similar traffic situation.

A delivery truck on Mary Street trying to negotiate a ridiculous roundabout to enter Main Street.

And what would the original planners think of a section of their Square being hi-jacked thus destroying the symmetry and integrity of their original masterpiece.

We are sleepwalking into a disaster which will cost millions and leave us all the poorer.

The buzz word of the moment is the self appointed stake holders for the development of the Square and with true dracula venom they will drive their stake through the heart of our beloved town.

Like the vandals of the Vee our generation will be blamed for allowing the desecration of our finest asset, Grattan Square.

JOHN R. WALSH.

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The Irish Chamber Orchestra

Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.

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

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper, Cards Results 17-6-15 – 1st Mary Whelan & Christy Higgins; 2nd Helen Morrissey & Pat O’Connor. Lucky Tables: Dan Howard & Eddie Sheehan, Hugh Collins & Larry Byrne, Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine, Pat Noonan & Delia Cashel. Raffle: Joan Hannon x2, P. J. McInerney, Anne Geary, Nellie Devine x2, Dan Howard, Marie Heskin, John Conway, Mary Whelan, Eddie Byrne.

Church gate collection volunteers needed IRISH Wheelchair Association’s Church Gate Collections are taking place in County Waterford on Saturday 25th & Sunday, 26th July. We are looking for volunteers to co-ordinate our Church Gate collections for us in many Parishes across the County. If you can help please contact Charlene on 087 2600802 or email fund@iwa.ie. Thank You.

Samaritans Fundraising in Dungarvan THIS coming Friday, June 26th, the Waterford branch of Samaritans will be fundraising in Dungarvan to help raise much needed funds to continue the valuable service they offer.

Samaritans provide a phone, email and text service to people who might be depressed or suicidal and want to talk in confidence about their feelings. Sometimes financial worries can be a major cause of distress and Samaritans encourage such people also to talk in confidence about their feelings rather than keeping worries to themselves. The service is provided by specially trained volunteers and is available on a 24 hour basis 365 days a year. There are in excess of 100 such volunteers providing emotional support from the Waterford centre at 16 Beau Street (off Catherine Street). The centre covers Counties Waterford, Wexford and South Tipperary and, in addition to phone, email and text service around the clock, the centre is open from 9 am to 9 pm every day, for anyone wishing to visit in person.

As in all voluntary organisations, funds are essential to continue the service. Money raised on fundraising days goes towards providing premises, telephony etc needed for the service. Samaritans motto for fundraising is “Help us help others” Fundraisers will be located at retail outlets around the town this Friday between 9 am and 9 pm. Biros carrying the Samaritans phone number etc will be on offer in return for a donation.

Please support this worthy cause.

Samaritans can be contacted 24/7 by phone, text (087 260 90 90) or email (jo@samaritans.org).

While the low call phone number 1850 60 90 90 is still in operation, Samaritans can now be contacted anytime on a new totally free number 116 123

The Samaritans Beau Street, Waterford Tel. (051) 872114.

1850-60-90-90.

Lonely – Suicidal – Despairing?

Talk to us any time, any day in complete confidence Phone – write – visit

The Irish Chamber Orchestra.

THE IRISH Chamber Orchestra is touring countrywide (9th-19th July) visiting 8 venues with The Four Seasons Twice!

Under the leadership of the very virtuosic Katherine Hunka, the Irish Chamber Orchestra has toured with great success across Europe, Australia, South Korea, China, Singapore and the U.S. The orchestra collaborates with some of the world’s finest musicians and excels in a diverse repertoire ranging from classical to

modern day masterpieces and new commissions.

Friday, 17th July St. John’s Church,Waterford 7.30 pm Tickets: 051 855 038 w w w. g a r t e r l a n e . i e €20/€18.

Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons is one of the most popular classical works ever written - four violin concertos, each capturing moods and illustrating stories related to a specific time of year. Three hundred years later, these melodies continue to thrill

and seduce, their harmonies haunt and excite their tonepaintings, ravishing the ear and capturing the imagination.

The Irish Chamber Orchestra love performing this ever-popular work while bringing their own blend of musical alchemy as they combine The Seasons with Astor Piazzolla’s sassy Four Seasons of Buenos Aires.

Piazzolla’s name is synonymous with tango, the signature dance of his native

Argentina.

The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, a series of single tango movements with several references to Vivaldi’s famous work, is a vivid sequence in which the changing moods of the seasons are expressed by means of an almost limitless emotional range and depth. Piazzolla has created Four Seasons of tango bars and late night jazz clubs that are passionate and thrilling and symbolic of life in Argentina’s atmospheric capital city.

Katherine Hunka Director/Violin

RNLI Helvick Swim & BBQ THE 21st Annual Helvick Sponsored Swim & BBQ is set for Helvick Pier on Dungarvan Bay in Co. Waterford for 1.00 p.m.

Sunday, August 9th.

This great family fun fiesta has something for all ages with an afternoon of tasty treats and BBQ, RNLI merchandise, King of Helvick competition, face painting, dog show, music and entertainment. The WLR Outside Broadcast unit will be present to mark our winning the Overall Community Award in 2014. This topped a fabulous year for Helvick RNLI following the launch of the Robert Armstrong our new lifeboat.

“Swimmers needing info on preparation and registration please let us know.

Email us at rnlihelvick@gmail.com” said Oliver Clancy, Hon Fundraising Chairman Dungarvan & Helvick Fundraising Branch. ”There is good weather for training right now but mind the jelly fish. Thanks to those who have supported the Helvick Swim in the past!” he added.

The Sponsored Swim & BBQ is the main fundraising event in support of the Helvick Lifeboat. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea.

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Laurence Boland, second swimmer home, with his family, Paddy, Maura and Peg Moloney, at the [Miriam Foley MacLeod] 20th RNLI Helvick Swim & BBQ on Helvick Pier.

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Waterford County Museum presents Historical talk

by Professor Séan Duffy Followed by Medieval Music by Laoise O’Brien

Sand Art homage to Neptune.

Bonmahon HOMAGE TO NEPTUNE A rake..an idea..a beach – in anticipation of the upcoming Promenade Festival in Tramore (3rd to 5th July), Sean Corcoran tried his hand recently on creating sand art in Kilmurrin Cove with a

homage to Neptune– looks fantastic, don’t you think?

BONMAHON COMMUNITY LOTTO No Jackpot or match 3 winners at last week’s draw.

The numbers drawn were 7-9-16-25. Our 4 lucky dip winners who receive €25

each were Tadgh Crowley, Louise Starmer, Finny & Kate Buckley and Marcella Power. This week’s Jackpot will be €9,350 – make sure to be in with a chance to win!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Best wishes to Kevin Whelan who celebrated his

birthday last week – hope you had a great day! A very happy birthday also to Matilda Corcoran and Eddie McCarthy who both have their birthdays this week. May the weather last for your celebrations and the year ahead be a happy one!

Kill ANNUAL FISHERMEN’S MASS The annual fishermen’s Mass takes place on Saturday, 4th July 2015 at 10.30 am in Boatstrand Harbour. As this year marks the centenary of the tragic loss of the “Morning Star” which was shipwrecked on the 7th October, 1915 off Boatstrand Pier, resulting in the deaths of its five crew, we considered it fitting to remember them at this year’s Mass as well as all the seafaring people from the area that worked on ships and have since passed away.

All are cordially invited to attend. Refreshments will be served afterwards in and around the Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre.

BIRTHDAY WISHES A very happy birthday to Conor Hennessy who celebrated his birthday last week – hope you had a good one Conor!

BOOK LAUNCH Tom Power’s new book “Dust Covered Memories” will be launched by Karen Power (well known for her bestseller “Butterfly Barn”) in The Book Centre in Waterford on Friday the

17th July.To mark the occasion,Tom composed this little verse: BOOK TRAVELLING You can explore the world while sitting on your chair just open up a book and it will take you everywhere.

Why not explore outer space, be a cowboy or deep sea diver cruise down route 66, without a Harley or a driver.

The Niagara Falls or Grand Canyon is just a page away the south of France, or Asia, on the next rainy day.

Try climbing Mount Everest and be home in time for tea or gambling in Monte Carlo and watching their Grand Prix.

Take a boat up the Amazon, or go swimming in the Nile, Laze on a Caribbean beach, or wrestle a Crocodile.

You don’t need a boat, a jet plane, train or car with a book as your passport, you can travel near and far.

Sip bourbon in Nashville, Toronto or Mississippi take a trip back in time, wear some flowers, and be a hippie.

With a book the World’s

your oyster, you can travel at your will if you want a drink at home, we have two lovely pubs here in kill You can drive the Wild Atlantic Way, of which I’ve heard them boast but I would recommend the fantastic Copper Coast.

London, New York or Paris, San Francisco for a tram and if want some window shopping, a book will take you to Amsterdam.

When you open up a book, you soon will understand that you are really holding the whole world in your hand.

No borders, no horizon, no luggage or no queue the past, the present, the future, all in a book for you.

So...which book are you reading next?

Congratulations to Tom on another exciting venture – can’t wait to read the next novel full of mystery, history, banter and adventure!

KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE A big thank you for all your suggestions which came in over the past weeks. The survey distribution has now been completed. Please return your

survey by Tuesday next week so we can evaluate the results and start making it all happen. Collection boxes are placed in the shop and in Kill church, or call in to the centre on Tuesday or Thursday mornings and have a cuppa with us. An information morning will take place shortly in relation to the new Eircode system – this is the postal code system which is due to be implemented soon – watch this space for the date.

Last but not least, we would like to say a huge thank you to Cathy Sheehan who is finishing up her year at Kill Community Centre this week. Cathy has been a great asset to the centre and we wish her well in future endeavours (don’t be a stranger!).

GREAT WORK! A big well done to Johnny Murray who has spent days on end completing Trojan work at Kilmurrin Cove and various other places – the coastline looks fantastic. It’s great to have someone so dedicated to keeping everything in ship shape! Thank you.

SEÁN Duffy is Professor of Medieval History at Trinity College Dublin. His interests include the political history of Ireland in the eleventh, twelfth and thirteenth centuries; Medieval Irish relations with Scotland and Wales, and the history and archaeology of Dublin; his books include Ireland in the Middle Ages (1997) and The Concise History of Ireland (2000), Brian Boru and the Battle of Clontarf (2013), and he is editor of the long-running Medieval Dublin series (2000–).

Professor Duffy is a graduate of Trinity College Dublin, from which he also holds a Ph.D. He is a Fellow of the College, where he has lectured since 1993 and is currently Professor/ Associate Professor of Medieval History in the School of Histories and Humanities. He has written or edited more than 25 books. Since 1998 he has been Chairman of the Friends of Medieval Dublin, and since 1999 he has organised an annual interdisciplinary conference on medieval Dublin, the proceedings of which are published each year by Four Courts Press.

Dr. Duffy has published widely on Irish history generally, and medieval Ireland in particular. (107 to date).

The Vikings and Anglo-

Sean Duffy

Laoise O’Brien

Irish relations are of particular interest to him, particularly the historiography of the English colony in medieval Ireland.

Laoise O'Brien has a growing reputation as a virtuosic performer and imaginative concert programmer.

Laoise studied recorder at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam having completed an undergraduate degree on concert flute at the College of Music in Dublin. She also holds a Masters degree in Performance and Musicology from NUI Maynooth.

Laoise enjoys both solo and ensemble playing and performs repertoire from the 12th to the 21st centuries.

She has performed and recorded with all the major early music groups in

Ireland including the Irish Baroque Orchestra, Camerata Kilkenny, and the Irish Consort and with ensembles such as the Irish Chamber Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra and Vanbrugh Quartet.

She performs at festivals and series throughout Ireland and is regular contributor to RTE Radio.

Laoise has also performed with international ensembles such as the Royal Wind Music, Amsterdam and is currently exploring instrumental dance music with The Gregory Walkers.

So folks this is an evening not to be missed.

Venue: Town Hall, Friary St. Dungarvan Date: Friday, 3rd July Time: 8 pm Admission €5.00 Refreshments served, all are welcome.

Ballymacarbry Community

Cathal Dunne CAHAL DUNNE CONCERT IN AID OF BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE Make sure to get your ticket for the Cahal Dunne concert here in Ballymacarbry Community Centre, Friday, 3rd July 2015 at 8pm.

Tickets at €15 (incl. light refreshments) are available in the office of Ballymacarbry Community Centre, or from any of the Ballymacarbry Community Centre's Committee members.

BALLYMACARBRY COMMUNITY CENTRE’S GRAND OFFICIAL OPENING Reserve Friday, 28th August 2015 for Ballymacarbry Community Centre's Grand Official Opening. More details to follow.

BALLYMACARBRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL All places at Ballymacarbry Montessori Pre-school are now fully booked for September 2015.

Miriam and Clodagh are now taking bookings for the Free ECCE scheme for September 2016 and 2017.

Places are limited so please contact us as soon as possible to secure a place for your child.

Please call Clodagh 0861081784 or Miriam 0877752814.

NIRE VALLEY VOICES Nire Valley voices and the

congregation of the Nire Parish will be hosting Mass on Sunday, 5th July, 2015 as part of the very popular Sunday Service series on RTE Television.

The choir and some members of the congregation will be travelling to RTE studios in Dublin to record the Mass. Fr Bobby Power is the celebrant for the Mass.

The Mass will air on Sunday, 5th July at 11 am and will also be broadcast simultaneously on RTE Radio long wave 252 and DAB. Viewers abroad can also enjoy the programme via the web on www.rte.ie/live.

Nire Valley Voices who are based in The Ballymacarbry Community Centre are very excited to be part of the programme and we hope that everyone will tune in and enjoy this inspiring and uplifting occasion.

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Lismore LISMORE FARMERS MARKET Lismore Farmers Market runs every Sunday, 11.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. in the Castle Avenue, with the kind permission of Lismore Estates. There is something for everyone with arts & crafts, fresh food, cakes & delights, fruit & veg and plants and flowers. If anyone is interested in attending the Market as a stall holder, please contact Helen on 087 6234454.

BALLINVELLA COMMUNITY CENTRE Thursday, the 25th of June is the date of our

Annual Mass so please come along to the Old Schoolhouse at 8 pm. All are welcome.

PARISH OF LISMORE & BALLYSAGGART The schools are quiet now. The children and the students are on holidays. It would be great if every one of them had some good life experiences during these weeks. While teachers are on holidays, many are taking steps for updating their skills or tasks they wish to offer their students in the new school year.

Summer time is when so many voluntary groups host their festivals and social

events. So much planning goes into these. All who give graciously of their time, talents and resources to make these festivals happen are to be praised.

Community is built up not in one event however great but over time with many events. If we are not organising or planning the events it is good to take time to support the efforts.

We must all think safety first whether on the roads, in the farms or in the homes and in the water and on the hills. Whatever it is we are about to do, we could save ourselves lots of trouble by a few moments

to review the safety aspects of what it is we are about to engage in.

St. Peter and St. Paul are still our companions on our Faith journey. Their Feast Day is 29th June. Come if possible to our 10 am Mass during your holidays.

OPEN GARDEN Veronica and Johnny Troy, Bonnie's Bouquets Lismore, sincerely thank all those who visited their garden during their recent open garden weekend. The total amount raised was 900 Euros which was presented to Sr Gertrude Howely on behalf of GROW, Dungarvan.

Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy FETE 2015 Well, the preparations are finally here again for our Fete for 2015.

This year our Fete will be over 3 days starting on Friday July 3rd through Sunday July 5th. Anyone interested in volunteering to help out in any capacity over the 3 day event, please come along on any of the days, we would be delighted to have your help!

Here is a run-down of the schedule of events for the 3 days: FRIDAY, JULY 3RD The return of our every successful Fun Run and Walk will kick off our 3 Day Festival on Friday, July 3rd. Registration for the 5K Run & 5K Walk begins at 6.30 p.m at the KGK Hall with the run starting at 7.00 p.m followed by the walk.

Later that evening at 9.00 p.m in The Shamrock Inn will be a the Progressive 45 Drive.

This was very successful last year so we are bringing it back for another run!

SATURDAY JULY 4TH The Soccer Blitz will take place again in the JFK Field, Knockanore at 6.30 p.m. Teams of 7. This has always proved a very popular event and we have always had a great turnout for teams on the evening.

This year we are holding the Table Quiz on the Saturday. You have 2 weeks to brush up on your geography, current affairs, sports trivia and general knowledge to be in with a chance to take the top prize!!

The usual rules apply and the Quiz will start at 9.30 p.m in The Shamrock Inn Knockanore.Teams of 4 per table..

SUNDAY JULY 5TH MONSTER FANCY DRESS COMPETITION As part of our Fete this year we are bringing back the Fancy Dress competition, which is open to all ages.

Get your thinking caps or tiaras on!!!! Prizes will be given for best group and best individual costumes.

Involve all the family for this monster event.

Whether you want to come as your favourite cartoon character, super hero, current event or sportsperson, whatever you can imagine, we would be delighted to see what you come up with.

All you have to do to participate, is arrive in your costume, no later than 1.15p.m on Sunday July 5th, outside the school.

There will be a parade of all the entrants from the school to the field at 1.30p.m.

The winner will be announced during the Fete.

We are very excited to be holding the Fancy Dress this year after such a long hiatus.We encourage everyone to join in for this festive event.There are great prizes to be won so get your costumes together and come see us on the 5th!!!!!

The big Fete Day is in the JFK Field, and there will be lots to see and do for all the family and lots of goodies to eat also.

Some of the attractions on the day will be the Wheel of Fortune, Waterfall, Bouncy Castle, Baby Show, Cake Stall, Face Painting and much more.

Please check out our Facebook page for all the finer details associated with the daily events @knockanoreglendinekilwater moycommunitycouncil Again this year we would like to put out a request for MORE BAKING!!!

We can never have too many cakes, scones, tarts, cookies etc to sell in our Cake Stall.

Every year we are cleaned out early and so we ask again, if those that could, would kindly bake a dozen queen cakes, or a dozen scones, or a cake of their choice and bring it to the stall on the day, we would greatly appreciate that!

We look forward to seeing you all over the 3 days!!

Let's hope that the weather will stay dry for all of our outdoor activities!!!

Youghal Cine Club Presents THE Mall Arts Centre, Youghal. Directed by Lasse Hallstrom. Starring Helen Mirren, Om Puri & Manish Dayal.

Displaced from their native India, the Kadam family settles in the quaint village of Saint-AntoninNoble-Val, in the south of France – the ideal place to settle down and open an Indian restaurant. That is, until the chilly chef and proprietress of an acclaimed restaurant just 100 feet

away, strongly objects. War erupts between the two establishments, until Mallory recognizes Kadam’s impressive epicurean gifts and takes him under her wing. Without giving away the story the plot from then on as they say in the movie world "thickens"......just like the gravy!!

Thursday, 25th June, at 7.30 p.m. €5.00 Members / €7.00 guests. All are welcome! Membership is FREE!

Very satisfied customers enjoying a cuppa in a relaxing setting at the Vintage Tea

Ballysaggart VINTAGE TEA WEEKEND On the weekend from the 12th to the 14th of June a Vintage Tea was organised in Lismore. James and Cathlin O'Flynn of the Castle Lodge kindly gave permission for the use of her premises on the Main St. All of the best table dressings and fine china were taken out and dusted off for use over the weekend, and the local ladies contributed beautiful home baking to be served to all the very satisfied customers.

There was also a raffle with beautiful hampers up for grabs. The whole weekend was a huge success as a fundraiser for the Community Centre Re-

Development fund and the feedback from all who attended was very positive and encouraging, this reflects all the very hard work that went into organising and running such an event. It is certainly an event we wish to organise again and again.

Ballysaggart Community Development Co. Ltd. would like to thank everyone for all their support and to the ladies who gave all of their time in making it a success.

GRAVEYARD MASS The Ballysaggart Grave yard Mass this year will be held on Friday, July 3rd at 7:30.

GOOD LUCK Best of luck to The

Ballysaggart U-14 football team who represent Waterford at Feile in Wicklow this Weekend 26th to the 28th of June. A great achievement for the Ballysaggart girls to make the trip to Feile. We wish them all the best from everyone in Ballysaggart.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Bertie Neville and Sheila Lonergan, Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey, Dan Howard and Fionula Hynes. Lucky Tables: Tom Cahill and Pat O'Connor, Pa Geoghegan and Stephen Cunningham.

Tickets: Eddie Sheehan, Pa Geoghegan, Rita Doocey and Dan Howard.

Bark in the Park WALTON Park is host to our furry friends this coming Sunday, 28th June, as the annual “Bark in the Park” takes place.

In aid of Irish Dogs for the Disabled, this event promises to be a fun day out for all the family. Registration takes place from 12.30 and at 1.00 p.m. and the day begins with a short dog walk along the tracks as far as the turn before Seaport before returning

the same route. Then it is back to the park for an afternoon of fun. Local DJ Kieran Eaton will be spinning the tracks and Butler’s ice creams will cool the humans whilst the doggies can chill in paddling pools. A fun dog show with great prizes will also be part of the afternoon, with even a prize for the waggiest tail every dog should be able to enter! Why not bring along a picnic and enjoy a day out for all the family?

Entry covering all events is €10 for each family (humans and dogs).

Irish Dogs for the Disabled is a unique Irish charity which helps children and adults with physical disabilities by providing assistance dogs to make their lives easier.

Assistance dogs are specially trained to carry out a range of simple tasks which gives great independence to a person with a disability.

These clever dogs can open and close doors, pick up dropped items, empty the washing machine, call for help or even offer stability to a child enabling them to walk for the first time! As Irish Dogs for the Disabled receives no Government funding they rely on events like this to keep their doors open.

The organisers hope for a huge turnout for what promises to be a great day for all the family.

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LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR THE MEDIEVAL BANQUET As tickets are limited for the Medieval Banquet, in celebration of Dungarvan 1215, it is advisable to purchase same as soon as possible.

Banquet at Crew’s Restaurant on Saturday, 4th July at 7.30 pm Tickets €35 are available at the Museum, Friary Street. Contact 05845960.

NEW EXHIBITION “VILLIERS STUART-EGYPT” A very large crowd attended the official opening of our new exhibition on Friday night, 19th June. This exhibition will be open from Monday to Friday over the next few weeks.

Admission is free and all are welcome.

GALLOWS HILL COMMUNITY ARCHAEOLOGY PROJECT As part of July’s 800 year celebration of Dungarvan’s Town Charter, Waterford County Museum in association with residents from the surrounding area of Gallows Hill have organised the Gallows Hill Community Archaeology Project.

When, after the Norman invasion of Ireland in 1179 resulted in the establishment of a strong base in the city of Waterford, the Normans viewed Dungarvan area as the gateway through which expansion into Munster by way of the Blackwater valley could be most easily achieved.The establishment of a port and town in Dungarvan was a logical way of protecting this gateway. With the establishment of the town came the need for an initial defensive structure known as a motte and bailey which was made up of a wooden stockade and living quarters on top of a mound within a larger stockade yard at surface level, all surrounded by a defensive ditch.

Gallows Hill is believed by the National Monuments Service to potentially be such a 12th century Norman motte and bailey type fortification and the aim of the Gallows Hill Community Archaeology Project is to test this idea with a geophysical survey of Gallows Hill with the help of Kevin Barton of Kevin Barton Landscape & Geophysical Services and members of the local community interested in getting hands on experience using two or three methods of geophysical survey.

Geophysical survey is a technique which allows archaeologists to create maps of archaeological features and traces of human activities beneath the earth’s soil without carrying out an excavation. Previous superficial examination of the area prior to the construction of the present housing in the area suggested that there may well have been a defensive palisade at Gallows Hill and the results of such a survey on Gallows Hill could help to further establish it as Dungarvan’s oldest standing monument.

UPCOMING EVENTS An Evening of Entertainment An illustrated Lecture by Prof. Sean Duffy at Town Hall on Friday 3rd July at 8 pm followed by Medieval music

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by instrumentalist Laoise O’Brien.

(See press release for more details) PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION “DUNGARVAN THROUGH THE AGES” at Dungarvan Shopping Centre, beginning Tuesday, 30th June to Friday, 10th July, 10 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

An exhibition not to be missed.

LOCAL HISTORY Three more significant dates relating to Dungarvan 1899 Dungarvan Urban District Council established 1903 Rev. Richard Henebry unveils monument to Edmund Power in the park on 20th March 1903 On 6th October, Nobel Prize winner Ernest Thomas Sinton Walton was born at Epworth Cottage in Abbeyside.

A HISTORY OF DUNGARVAN (PART 3 THE DEVELOPMENT OF INDUSTRY) Dungarvan had its own ship building industry in the 18th and 19th centuries. It is thought that the boats were constructed above the old Railway Bridge on the site of the Civic Offices.

The ship builders included Mahoney, Risbill, Kidney, Thompson, Large & Power. A report of 1832 noted that Dungarvan was in a 'prosperous and improving state, was neat in appearance and a popular sea resort.' The fisheries were still a major source of employment for about 4,000 of the inhabitants.

In 1839 Dungarvan workhouse (now St. Joseph’s Hospital) was started to a design by George Wilkinson and it was completed in 1841. It was situated at The Spring to the west of the town.The workhouse was constructed to accommodate 600 inmates. During the height of the Famine the building could not house the numbers of destitute people applying for admission, up to 4,000 at any one time. A number of warehouses and other buildings were acquired as auxiliary workhouses. During this time people were initially buried at Kilrush until a special cemetery was opened in 1847 at Slievegrine.

The Famine period in the 1840s had a disastrous effect on the town, drastically reducing the population and those who could afford it emigrated, never to return. (For further information on this period see Desperate Haven, The Poor Law, Famine & Aftermath in Dungarvan Union, published by Dungarvan Museum Society) In 1854 the Towns Improvement Act was adopted and Town Commissioners elected. In the 1860s the town began to recover and prosper. Several new buildings were constructed and a Gas Works established.

In 1878 the Waterford, Dungarvan, Lismore railway was opened and this helped to develop the economy of the town.The first Urban District Council was established in the town in April 1899.

The town went into commercial decline towards the end of the 19th century. However, it became increasingly popular as a sea resort and a new

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The Lourdes Youth Group 2015 at the Fancy Dress Party for the malade.

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Esplanade and Park were created with a bequest from Captain William Gibbons. The chief trade of the port in the early 1900s was in the export of timber and corn. Dower's Brewery was one of the major employers. It was run by John R. Dower, J.P. In 1919 Thomas Power purchased the brewery from the Marquis of Waterford and developed it further.

He also started producing cider and jam. In 1917 the Shandon Dairy employed over 100 men. It was eventually acquired by the Dungarvan Cooperative Creamery Ltd (est. 1921) which produced milk powder, milk foods, and baby foods and operated a sawmill.

In 1964 Dungarvan Co-op merged to form Waterford Co-op, and the name was changed to Waterford Foods. It is now part of Glanbia. The Dungarvan factory closed in the early 1990s.

In 1935 a major new industry was started in Dungarvan, the Dickens Leather Company Ltd, which produced leather boot and shoe linings and leather for bookbinding, sandals etc. The business ceased operating in 1985.

In 1970 Quigley Magnesite opened a factory at Ballinacourty, Waterford Crystal opened a branch in Dungarvan in 1972. Through the 1990's Dungarvan expanded rapidly with many new building projects.The cultural life of the town has been enhanced by the development of a New Library, County Archive, Museum and Arts Centre.

The key historical building in the town, Dungarvan Castle, has been restored by Duchas and opened to the public. The above text is an extract from “Dungarvan Historic Guide & Town Trail” by William Fraher & Willie Whelan VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit.

OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10-5 pm.

Admission is free.

A SMALL AREA OF FRANCE By a Lourdes Youth Helper There are many words that one could use to describe a small area in France neatly placed inside the Pyrenees Mountains.

This place - full of determination, faith and hope is beyond words.

Although we were in Lourdes for an incredible 6 days, our preparation to make this trip happen began at the start of the school year. We commenced our fundraising through schools, Parishes and clubs by means of fashion shows, concerts, bake sales, quizzes and many more events that took place across the length and breadth of the Waterford and Lismore diocese.

Three meetings took place, one in Dungarvan, and the remaining two in pastoral centre in Waterford city. On these occasions we took sizes for uniforms, discussed our roles and the duties ahead of us in Lourdes and also conversed about the serious code of behaviour. On the final day in the city we were shown how to operate the wheelchairs safely and correctly and also participated in a lovely mass in the cathedral said by Bishop Cullinan and Father Kelly.

ARRIVAL On Saturday, 6th June a bus left from the Park hotel Dungarvan about 4.30 pm and we commenced our journey to Cork airport which eventually led on to our arrival in the St. Louis de France Hotel in Lourdes at 11.30 pm. Adequately tired from our travelling we filled up on various refreshments provided by the hotel and we acquired an early night’s sleep looking forward to our busy day starting early the following morning.

Everyone was split into teams differentiated by colours. Sunday morning the youth were up bright

and breezy as a number of the teams had their first encounter with the invalids for breakfast and cleaning.

Everyone was down to bring our new friends to the first mass at 8.30 am.

Throughout the week we transported the pilgrims to daily Masses, trips up the town for a spot of shopping, visits to the baths, candle lit processions and confession.

On each step of the way we got to know the invalids inspirational life stories and became very close with them as we rushed to their voitures for the next spin and to pick up where we left off the previous conversation.

WORK & PLAY After a small warm up sing-song on Monday afternoon, we had the Fancy Dress invalids’ party that night which included many familiar faces - clowns, bananas, priests, nuns, cows and convicts and not to forget Minnie Mouse. Full of jellies and 7-Up we danced and sang to our hearts content. This was certainly a highlight of our trip to Lourdes.

On Tuesday we had an opportunity to visit the baths, which the majority of the people did, though apprehensively at first. We were more than satisfied afterwards. We also had our own Youth Mass with Father Conor Kelly. This was a good chance to reflect

on our time in Lourdes so far. That night we had a fun filled quiz after the Candle Lit procession. Our final night in Lourdes, pizza was on the menu in a nearby restaurant.

From all the pulling and pushing, running and racing in good weather and bad and the valuable time spent with the invalids we got to learn appreciation for life and good health, respect for people, their suffering, their positivity and their love for life. All agreed that it was a very humbling, life changing experience, which should be part of every youth’s bucket list.

THANK YOU! A huge thank you to all the people that supported the Lourdes fundraising events. Without your support we would not be able to go to Lourdes to work.

DÉISE FESTIVAL PHOTOS A story about the Déise Festival is in the works for the 40th Anniversary.

Photos are few and far between, though. If you have a photo of the Festival, any part it, and are willing to share it, please contact Tom Corcoran at 087-2429682 or Scott Simons at 087-906-6825. We'll scan your photo and promptly return it to you.

INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com

Students of Kilbrien School admire the remarkable cake presented to Principal Geraldine Casey at her retirement event.

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Ardmore ARDMORE BEACH BATHING WATER QUALITY Bathing water samples have been taken and analysed by The HSE for the past five weeks from Ardmore Beach and all 5 samples returned excellent bathing water quality, so fingers crossed it remains that way for the summer.

Details of the results are published weekly at the sign near the Tourist Office and are also available from Waterford Council.

Incidentally, Goat Island, Ballyquin and Curragh were all awarded The Green Coast Flag recently.

PUBLIC TOILETS Thanks to Waterford Council who funded us to give the public toilets and Sandcastle a complete makeover.This work was all done by Gerry O’Brien and Bernie Stilwell and a right good job they did too. The place looks absolutely great now and we hope that visitors and locals will all help to keep it in good condition. One negative already – we have noticed that the bin in the ladies toilet is being used by a few ladies disposing of their household waste!! Now we knew a few were using the bins in the car park for domestic waste and the cameras are

able to identify them – but bringing rubbish into the public toilets is just incredible. Incidentally, we are assured that due to the Tidy Towns involvement the toilets will remain open after the season.

NO BALL PLAYING Ball playing at the entrance to the beach car park is dangerous to children and the elderly, intimidates visitors and pedestrians and is causing damage to the buildings and signs in the area.We raised this issue in last weeks notes and frankly the response was horrible. The no ball playing sign was removed and one of our news signs was damaged and a barrier protecting the wet paint was thrown down onto the beach. With the Sandcastle freshly painted and looking resplendent after significant cost and effort and also mindful of the fact that The Tidy Towns spent a lot of money and effort erecting lovely new signs in that area, we appealed to our younger generation to refrain from ball playing there. We are proud of Ardmore and also proud of our people, young and old.

We’ll progress by pulling together.

NEW GREEN FLAGS We hope to have our

new Green Flags flying in The School this week. Our thanks to The Board of Management for replacing the old ones, which succumbed to our windy weather. We were delighted to present copies of our Habitats of Ardmore sign and our Sruthán sign to the school for their own use.

The school, thanks to all the staff there, has a brilliant nature and biodiversity ethos and the senior classes had a very informative nature walk last week, accompanied by Ann Sullivan from Waterford County Council and Ecologist, Grace O’Sullivan.

MY OWN PATCH The response to keeping our own little neighbourhoods spic and span has been brilliant. This week we’re appealing to a few walkers perhaps or just well intentioned people to pick some of the litter from the R673 from Kiely’s Cross and from Power’s Cross.The Council have done great work clearing the verges to take water when it rains but the lack of growth unfortunately exposes the litter discarded by mindless motorists. If you do get a chance to pick some of it, give one of the Tidy Towns Committee a buzz & we’ll collect it.

WHITE WASHING Sincere thanks to Michael Lynch and Jason Lenane who brightened up the approach road from Youghal with a barrel of white wash on Saturday morning.

Also, thanks to all the painters, Mary, Nora and John Hennessy, Kathleen Troy and Jason Lenane who painted the black and amber kerbs during the week. Little things can make such a difference.

TOURIST OFFICE VOLUNTEERS Peak season is upon us and we will again endeavour to keep the Tourist Office open 7 days a week if possible – this will be down to how our quest for volunteers goes.If you have a few hours to spare each week then give me a shout on 086-8785222 & we’ll try to arrange something to suit you. This has been a very enjoyable experience many meeting visitors from so many different nationalities and it has also given invaluable experience to a number of young people who have an interest in working in the hospitality sector or indeed anyone who wants to share the treasures of Ardmore with our visitors.

Disney’s High School Musical DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School are presenting the Disney smash hit musical High School Musical in the beautiful Town Hall Theatre all this week at 7.30 p.m. nightly from Wednesday to Saturday with matinee performances on both Saturday and Sunday at 2.30 p.m.

Fresh from their sold-out production Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat at the Town Hall Theatre in February, the very talented students of the stage school can’t wait to hit the stage on Wednesday night. Packed with all the hit songs from the Disney film High School Musical is a must see

production for all the family.

Tickets are now on sale at Kelly's Pharmacy, Abbeyside, and also the 3 Mobile Store, Dungarvan Shopping Centre, and are selling fast, so early booking is highly recommended.

Previous productions from the stage school include Joseph,The Addams Family, The Little Mermaid, The Wizard Of Oz, Grease, Seussical, Hairspray, all of which left audiences amazed at the very high standard of the productions and talent on the stage and High School Musical should prove to be yet again a show that will live long in the memory. Secure your

Irish Red Cross Portlaw WELL done to all the participants in last week’s Cardiac First Response Course (Community Level). You all did fantastic – the more people know

life saving skills, the better!

Well done all and a big thank you for giving up your time on such a lovely evening to help such a wonderful cause.

seats today to avoid disappointment.

The stage school is now in their seventh year and growing with each passing term and we are now taking names for our next term that will commence in August. Classes take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan, and we cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 14 and 15 to 18. No experience is required to join the school as all levels of ability are catered for, if you like to sing, dance, act or you just like to have fun then Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school is the place for you.

We have a strong emphasis on confidence building, having fun, making new friends while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented and in demand professionals. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about end of term productions, so why not see for yourself why so many happy students can’t be wrong.

For more information on the school or our production of High School Musical call Brian or David on 087-2360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have regarding the production.

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Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents OPEN-AIR Garden Theatre Tour of UK and Ireland 2015 Magical Theatre in Magical Surroundings Chapterhouse Theatre Company are thrilled to announce that we will be visiting the Curraghmore Estate with one of our most popular shows Pride & Prejudice.

PRIDE & PREJUDICE CURRAGHMORE ESTATE Curraghmore, Portlaw, Co. Waterford

Sunday 19th July, 4.00 pm Curraghmore House (051) 387 101 Garter Lane Arts Centre (051) 855 038 www.garterlane.ie See Tickets (0871) 220 0260 or www.seetickets.com Adult €17 / Child €12 / Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) €48 10% Discount for parties of 10 or more GATES OPEN AT 1.00PM. Please bring your own

rugs or low-backed seating.

This year marks Chapterhouse Theatre Company’s 16th year of touring UK and Ireland, bringing to life some of literature’s best loved classics in magical outdoor performances that are great fun for all the family. This summer we will be touring with 6 fantastic shows; Jane Eyre, The Jungle Book, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Pride and Prejudice, The Secret Garden and The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes.

Ballyduff Community Council JUNE MONTHLY MEETING June monthly meeting of Ballyduff Community Council took place on Thursday 19th last in the Carnegie Centre.

John Barry welcomed all, and said it was good to see so many members attending despite the good weather and holiday season. The recent charity fundraiser at Sands open garden was a success with a substantial donation being made to the Alzheimer’s Support Society.

Shelley Mack reported for Tidy Town’s and outlined the work which continues in the community.

Summer planting is now complete and beginning to make a good colourful show throughout the village. Paddy John Feeney gave a financial report and

updated the meeting on loan repayments and statement of accounts.

Community care attended a social evening in Knockraha recently and on Friday 19th travelled to Glenville. New members are always welcome to join and travel to these events.

Paddy Jim Feeney fondly mentioned the recent passing of two Community Care regular members Eileen O’Callaghan and Maura O’Keeffe.

The sports hall is now in its quiet season therefore Donal O’Sullivan and his group will use the opportunity to complete some overdue maintenance and upkeep of the facility. Due to the weather conditions, the June Bank Holiday Duck Derby and Family Fun Day had to be cancelled. This will be resched-

uled shortly once a suitable date has been agreed. The social and festival committee continue to meet regularly to prepare for the Summer festival which will culminate on Sunday, August 23rd. New members are always welcome to these meetings, so please contact Mag Cashell if you are willing to help in any way. The card nights are due to finish shortly for the Summer, Pat Kenny will advise at next week’s game.

Plans are still awaited for the proposed foyer changes by the Playschool group. Some concern was raised about the proposal, however John Barry assured the meeting that all community groups will be consulted for input prior to any changes being made. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, July 16th.

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

West Waterfird bikers John Whelan and Gerry O'Mahony who on Sunday last travelled The Longest Trip on The Longest Day from Mizen Head to Malin Head in aid of East Cork Rapid Response.

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THE SMALLEST BOOK IN THE WORLD In County Waterford, we are rich in cultural and historical centres.

From the Iron Man in Tramore to the Monastic site in Ardmore.

Reginalds Tower to Lismore Castle. We have Vikings, Beaches, Great houses like Curraghmore, the vastness of the Comeragh range and twin centres of historical and artistic excellence that are Waterford city and Dungarvan town.

In County Tipperary they have .......The Derrynaflan Hoard.

NO, actually that was dug up and taken to Dublin.

But,Tipperary has one of the oldest and most venerated sporting organizations housed in Thurles.

Well, NO, GAA HQ was moved to Dublin a long time ago.

So what’s left for the tourists and locals to enjoy in the vast county of Tipperary? If you take the advice of the tourist organisations in the town, County and Nation there is only The Rock of Cashel to attract the tourists. Busloads of people are transported there every day to have their picture taken in front of moss covered walls as their rain lashed umbrellas turn inside out.

Then they are herded back onto the buses and brought directly to Waterford Crystal (the house of..), Kilkenny

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Castle or Bunratty folk park.

But wait, less than a few hundred yards from The Rock is the most amazing collection in Ireland, maybe even in Europe.

On John Street, in Cashel, there is a Cathedral.

On the grounds of this Cathedral is The Bolton Library.

This is not your usual library. This is an extraordinary collection of books (surprise, surprise!), maps, artefacts and silver which was begun

by Archbishop Bolton almost 300 years ago.

In this collection is the world’s smallest handmade book. So small is this book that its kept in a glass case, so that little birds wouldn't mistake it for a tasty crumb and abscond with it.

If that was all that the library contained, you'd say 'that’s nice' and go for a coffee.

However, there is a petite Guide by the name of Fiona who will take you on a tour of this most fascinating building.

If all guides were as efficient, enthusiastic and as knowledgeable as the wonderful Fiona … well, if only!

Obviously, it would be impossible to list all the 12,000 books, including first editions by the likes of Dante, Cervantes, Isaac Newton, Erasmus, Machiavelli and Jonathon Swift. There are maps made by the cartographer to King Phillip of Spain as he plotted the Naval

manoeuvres of the Spanish Armada.

Papyrus from the Nile valley, dated to the 1st century AD and centuries of Church silver are also on display. The official seals of Catherine of Aragon, Francis Bacon and Trinity College Dublin can be seen alongside a handwritten letter signed by Jonathon Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels.The oldest manuscript is an encyclopaedia from the 12th Century which was rebound in the 13th century with deerskin.

At least 50 of the books in this Library are NOT to be found ANYWHERE else in the whole world. (maybe, not even in the universe!!)

And then, we move upstairs.This 1st floor area is modelled on The Long Room in Trinity College which was used in the filming of the Harry Potter films.

This entire building and contents were

bequeathed to the people of Cashel by Archbishop Theophilus Bolton on his death in 1744. What a fantastic gift!

But, like many other treasures, funding is an eternal problem. The upkeep of the library is not so much a matter of money but a lack of expertise. Unfortunately, this situation will more than likely mean that the whole kit and kaboodle will be moved to Limerick University.

Maybe it’s for the best.

There will be years of restoration, catalogueing and academic studies to be done.

It could be, at least, a generation before these masterpieces will be viewed by the public again.

Maybe they will never return to Cashel.

What a shame for the people of Cashel and Tipperary. Ballinameela Creatives will continue to meet in their historical and spiritual home at the house that Noel built, Midi's. We will congregate at 7.30 on Wednesdays.

Actor Broderick Crawford summed it up, "I collect antiques. Why? Because they are beautiful."

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National Bike Week Draws to a Close NATIONAL Bike Week took place from Saturday 13th to Sunday, 21st June and it drew to a close with the Dungarvan Dawn Cycle and Faithlegg and Fenor Family Cycles, bringing the curtain down on a super week of cycling events here in Waterford. In all there were 38 events that took place right across the city and county, as part of Bike Week 2015, joining with hundreds of events taking place all over Ireland.

Bike Week, which is funded at national level by the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport is about celebrating all of the benefits of cycling for both recreation and transport. Waterford City and County Council, Waterford Sports Partnership, Go Dungarvan and An Taisce Green Schools would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the community groups, schools, preschools and sports clubs who organised

events as part of Bike Week. Without the support of these groups it would be difficult to organise so many events at local level.

In advance of having the full figures to hand it would appear that, anecdotally at least this was the most successful Bike Week to date.There were many new events which added greatly to the programme, whilst most of the more traditional events reported an increase in numbers participating. In 2014 over 3,500 people took part in Bike Week events in Waterford. For 2015 it would probably be fair to say that participation would have well surpassed the 2014 figure.

All of those involved in Bike Week are already looking forward to 2016!

For more information on Bike Week events here in Waterford log onto www.waterfordcouncil.ie or www.bikeweek.ie.

Participants head out on the 15 and 25k routes as part of the Dawn Cycle, one of the final events of National Bike Week 2015 in Waterford.

Susan O'Mahony and Orla Dawson setting off on the Dungarvan Lunchtime Cycle, part of Bike Week 2015 here in Waterford.

Sliabh gCua Ladies Club Summer outing to JFK Arboretum, Co. Wexford.

Children at Rathgormack NS enjoying their 'Bike Day' as part of Bike Week 2015!

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Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Weekending Sunday, 14th June 2015. Lotto jackpot €1,000. Winning numbers were 2, 7, 27. No winner. The winners of the 5 x €20 were: Imelda Gleeson, Breege Gleeson, Aoife Butler, Mike Power, )Kathleen Lynch.

Promoter's prize of €20 Thomas Keane.

Weekending Sunday, 21st June 2015. Lotto jackpot €1,100. Winning numbers were 2, 17, 23. No winner.

Next week's jackpot is €1,200. The winners of the 5 x €20 were: John Michael Power, Patsy Dalton, Veronica Troy, Sharon Cliffe, Butler boys.

Promoter's prize of €20 Pat Dalton

Tickets cost €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets and designated promoters. Next draw is in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday, 28th June 2015.

Best of luck to Waterford hurlers in the upcoming Munster Final.

OPEN GARDEN Veronica and Johnny Troy, Bonnie's Bouquets Lismore, sincerely thank all those who visited their garden during their recent open garden weekend. The total amount raised was €900 which was presented to Sr. Gertrude Howely on behalf of GROW, Dungarvan.

DEISE DRAW Don't forget to have your tickets in for the June Deise

Draw which will be held this Friday nigh, 26th June in Ballymacarbry.

CAHAL DUNNE CONCERT Well known singer Cahal Dunne will be in concert in the Community Centre, Ballymacarbry on Friday night, 3rd July at 8 pm.

Cahal is a native of Cork and is famous for representing Ireland in the 1979 Eurovision Song Contest with the song 'Happy Man'.

Tickets cost €15 each including light refreshments. Tickets can be purchased at the Ballymacarbry Community Centre office or from any of the Community Centre Committee members.

Kilrossanty WHIST Results from the hall: 12/6/2015 – Tessie Cusack, Biddy Quinlan, Kay Veale, Peggy Sullivan, Aileen Dowling, Betty Murphy, kay Mullaney, Eric Townsend, Mai O’Brien, Carrie Wilkes, Seamus Dowling. Raffle: Betty Murphy, Carrioe Wilkes, Mai O’Brien, Peggy Sullivan. Next Whist on 26th June at 8 o’clock New players always welcome.

DEISE DRAW The Deise Draw will be held in Ballymacarbry on this Friday night, 26th June.

Money to be with Mairead, Jason or Kevin by Friday please. There is some outstanding money due so please pay this as soon as possible as names will be taken out of the draw if not paid up.

SYMPATHY The death took place last week of Maurice Monny Comyn of Comeragh.

Sympathy to the Comyn family. Burial took place in Kilrossanty cemetery. May he rest in peace.

COLLECTION Collection this weekend at Masses in Kilrossanty, Fews and Faha for Comeragh Development Group. The collection will go towards the extension of Crough Wood.

COMERAGH QUEEN Comeragh Queen Festival will be held at the end of July. Lots of events will take place. More details at a later date. Any girl that would like to enter as a contestant in the Comeragh Queen on Sunday, 2nd August.You can contact any of the Committee.

KILROSSANTY SCHOOL 6th Class – Well done to the 6th class children who had their Graduation Mass last Friday in Kilrossanty Church celebrated by Fr. John Delaney, P.P., and prepared by Ann Kavanagh.We wish the 15 pupils all the best as they leave us to go to their secondary schools in September.

Green Flag raising – We had our green flag raising ceremony attended by Ann Sullivan Environmental Awareness Officer Waterford County Council and Councillor Liam Brazil who raised the flag along with green schools committee. A party and concert followed and thanks to the P.A. for organising the teas and Sile Murphy for making a beautiful cake.

Safe cycling course and RSA course – Children from 3rd to 6th classes have just completed safe cycling course over a number of

weeks with instructor Donal Jacob. We also had a speaker from the RSA in to talk to the children about road safety.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS School closes for the summer holidays on this Thursday, 25th June, at 12 noon. School re-opens on Friday, 28th August. We wish all children and their families a happy and safe summer holidays and we thank everyone involved with the school for their help and support during this school year.

SOCCER CAMP The ever popular Summer Soccer Camp will be held in Stradbally from 28th July to 31st July from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Ever popular activities and some new ones will ensure that this year’s will be another one to remember. For more details contact kevin at 097 2760304.

BIRTHDAY Congratulations to Jimmy Jimineen Power, Robertstown, who celebrated his 90th birthday last week. A surprise birthday party was arranged for him by his family at Crotty’s Inn last Saturday night where many of his friends from the GAA were present for this special occasion.

OUR recent monthly meeting was a chance to compare notes and check out our diary of events for the Summer.

There are many events covering all kinds of interests happening all over the county throughout the Summer months so there is no reason not to get out with your camera and enjoy! Why not fill a car and head off with your friends for some phototherapy! Be safe wherever you go!

A.G.M. CLUB OFFICERS We had a full house for the AGM in the Town Hall Theatre and thank the outgoing officers for their help and support over the last term. We congratulate the incoming officers and wish them well in their positions. Life Honorary President: Sean Byrne; Chairman: Kieran Russell; Asst.

Chairman: John Foley; Secretary: Mary Herlihy; Joint Treasurers: Patricia Hurley, Michael Kelly; PRO: Noreen O’Brien; Event Organisers: Angela Feldon and Luke O’Brien; Technical Officer: Irina Duane.

Chairman Kieran Russell gave a comprehensive run down on club activities last year and complimented all members who took part in and helped in any way to make Deise Camera Club more accessible to enjoying the art of photography for all members. We had a particularly busy year with not one but TWO club exhibitions!

Dungarvan Credit Union in conjunction with Déise Camera Club hosted an exhibition of photographs

of SCENES OF DUNGARVAN in their branch office, Parnell Street, Dungarvan, where all proceeds from sales were donated to Newport House, Dungarvan Community Hospital. Newport House is a Day Centre Mental Health unit based at St. Joseph’s Hospital, providing assistance and support to individuals enduring mental health problems through promotion of self management and independent living in the community.

Our DIGITAL EXPRESSIONS Exhibition held during the Festival of Food was again a fantastic success showcasing Waterford and surrounding countryside in all her glory. The many thousands of visitors were understandably wowed by the many consistently vibrant, inspiring and revealing images of a county with strong undulating mountains sweeping to rugged cliff sides and sandy beaches, meandering roadways and welcoming towns and villages that make up the Deise.

Members are already out searching for new perspectives and vistas in anticipation of next year’s DEISE CAMERA CLUB Exhibition!

SUCCESSES AND AWARDS We had wonderful individual and club successes and awards in Interclub events, International Salons, SACC Distinctions, National and International Media presence and an overall sense of achievement!

Meanwhile we simply love getting out together as friends taking photos and having the craic!

CLUB COMPETITION Monthly theme for June was SEASONAL CHANGE: Congratulations to Mick Kelly winning 1st place with ‘Frosty Twigs’ and 2nd and 3rd place was won by Patricia Hurley with ‘Autumnal Hues’ and ‘Brambles’ respectively.

The Quarterly theme was MACRO: Congratulations to Tom Corcoran with ‘Golden Dragonfly’, 2nd Mary Herlihy and ‘Star Anise’ and 3rd Kieran Russell with ‘Blue Dragon’. Brilliant entries from Everyone making it a close fought competition. Theme for July is ‘ABBEYSIDE CHURCH’, (7”x5”), showcase it in any perspective you chose! Theme for August is ‘GOLDEN HOUR’, sunrise or sunset whichever you are up for!! MEETING VENUE Our upcoming July meeting will go ahead as usual in the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. We meet second Tuesday of the month, every month, so 14th July in the Town Hall Theatre at 7.30 p.m. is the place to be! We will be having many more field trips for our tech nights on the fourth Tuesdays so keep an eye on your email and text for venues.

Membership is due now also! CONTACT New members are always welcome to drop into our meetings and check us out. You can also view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com and DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN on Facebook You can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com

SEASONAL CHANGE: 1st ‘Frosty Twigs’ by Mick Kelly.

SEASONAL CHANGE: 2nd ‘Autumnal Hues’ by Patricia Hurley.

MACRO: 1st ‘Golden Dragonfly’ by Tom Corcoran.

MACRO: 2nd ‘Star Anise’ by Mary Herlihy MACRO: 3rd ‘Blue Dragon’ by Kieran Russell.

Tallow Enterprise Centre THE newly created Tallow Website www.tallowwaterford.com, will be on view at Tallow Enterprise Centre on Wednesday, 1st July.

Join us for a cup of tea and

view the site on the big screen in the Multi-Media room from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. We welcome everybody in the community to visit and see the dis-

play.

There will also be an exhibition/sale of the Art, Craft and Quilting work created at the Enterprise Centre during the year.

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Cappoquin COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF REBEKAH SMITH A coffee morning will be held in Eda and Liam Costin’s house, Affane, Cappoquin at 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. on Saturday, 27th June, 2015 in aid of Rebekah Smith and her family.

Rebekah has been diagnosed with Encephalitis (an acquired brain injury) caused by inflammation on the brain which in Rebekah’s case was caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (the cold sore virus).

Rebekah has a slow and difficult journey to recovery. She needs a huge amount of support and care, both physically and emotionally. Rebekah is currently being cared for at University Hospital, Waterford since 31st March, 2015.

Rebekah is waiting to be called to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin. A place here will provide Rebekah with the specialised medical rehabilitation and therapies required to further help Rebekah’s recovery. Family is central to Rebekah’s progress and recovery so travel to Dublin will be necessary.

The funds raised on the Coffee Morning are to help Rebekah’s partner Ward, daughter Mia and family members who at present travel to Waterford daily and will need to travel to Dublin once Rebekah is transferred there to be by her side.

Please drop in for tea or coffee and some cakes to Eda’s on Saturday morning, children are more than welcome. We’re a nation of tea drinkers, let’s make this cup really mean something by supporting Rebekah and her family. We appreciate your help and know she will too.

Contact Eda Costin 087 124 6626 or Anna Fraher

087 970 0718.

CAPPOQUIN ACTIVE RETIREMENT ASSOCIATION The past couple of weeks have been quite a busy time for some of us. Well done to Monica, Val and Vincent who did us proud representing our ARA in the Waterford team at the National Go for Life Games in DCU on the 6th June.

Then we had a very enjoyable day visiting Kilkenny on Thursday 11th.

Thanks to Val for her great organisation.

Clonmel ARA celebrated their 20th birthday on Sunday, 16th and kindly invited us to join their festivities in the Minella Hotel. Five of us had a happy time there on Sunday, 14th dining and dancing, along with members from all the other ARA's in the South East Region.

We paid a return visit to the lovely ladies in Carriglea on Tuesday, 16th and thoroughly enjoyed meeting them again in their beautiful Hall and toured the wonderful place that Cairde Services have there.

We have another outing coming up in July to Fota, Cobh and Spike Island.

Then we take a Summer break until September.

Thursday Gym mornings and Thursday afternoon walks continue every week for the really energetic members. We send get well wishes to member Mary Dore who is in CUH after an accident and hope she has a speedy recovery.

To all our members enjoy the sunshine. Any day you can get up is a good day!

ANNUAL CLEAN UP We will be meeting in the Square for our annual clean up this coming Saturday, 27th June at 11 am. We would welcome all the help we can get, so please come along for an hour as judging has commenced for Tidy Towns.

There has been a lot of work done so far this year i.e. painting of benches in the square, clean-up of beds outside GAA field etc. but still plenty more work to be done. Looking forward to seeing you all there and many thanks for all your help over the last number of months.

BELATED BIRTHDAY WISHES Belated birthday wishes to Miss Nellie Barron, Aglish, Cappoquin who celebrated her birthday on Monday last, 22nd June from her niece Miss Catriona Barron.

Cappoquin News CAPPOQUIN CHILDCARE FACILITY There will be an outing for the pre-school children to Sallyfort Farm, Stradbally, on Wednesday, 24th June, 9.00 a.m. and bus will return at 1.00 p.m.

A musical will take place on Thursday, 25th June, 10.00 a.m., this will comprise of preschool children.

The theme of the musical is Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Parents and community welcome. Admission free of charge.

Summer Camps for preschool & Junior Primary School children will take place on Monday, 13th July, for five days, 9.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. Fees: €15 per day or €50 for week. Bookings taken now: 058/52746.

Forms available in preschool or office.

LOTTO Current Jackpot: €6,500.

Lotto: Monday, 22nd June, 2015. Jackpot €6,400. Won by: No Winner. Numbers: 13, 14, 17 & 23.

Consolation Prizes: Margaret McLaughlin, Carrigeen; Margaret Casey, Lacken; Mary O'Neill, Barrack St.; The Mason Girls, Allen St.;Tom Feerick Jnr., Main St., and Chrissie Denn, Modeligo. All proceeds goes towards Community Centre.

Bobby Gardiner DVD RENOWNED musician, Bobby Gardiner, performing at the recent celebration concert in Ballyduff.

NEXT Saturday night, June 27th, there will be a launch of the DVD Celebration of the Music of Bobby Gardiner in The Log Cabin, Ballyduff.The viewing will begin at 8.00 p.m. and it will be an opportunity to enjoy the wonderful celebration night that was held in Ballyduff recently. Anyone who ordered the DVD can collect it on the night and for anyone else hoping to obtain a copy, they will be on sale for €10. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to a few tunes from the great man himself after the launch.

Holy Cross Church Graveyard

Stradbally ACTIVE RETIREMENT Next gathering of 'Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement Group takes place on Monday, 29th June, 2 pm to 4 pm in Cove Bar. Note change of venue.

All welcome.

SUMMER IS HERE Summer is surely here when the Scouts have arrived at Woodhouse Estate near the Stradbally Cove. We trust they have a pleasant and safe camp in Stradbally. Summer is also here when the Sean Ahearne Cul Camp begins on Monday, 29th June, and finishes on Friday, 3rd July, 2015 at Stradbally GAA Club Grounds. The camp is open to boys and girls aged from 6 years to 13 years of age. The camp begins at 10 a.m. and finishes at 2.30 p.m. If you have any queries please contact club co-ordinator Tomas Walsh. There is also a pre-school camp for boys and girls aged 4 and 5 years on the same week.

This camp begins at 10 a.m. and finishes at the earlier time of 12 noon.

ST. JAMES’ FIELD DAY The St. James’ Field Day committee are busy getting prepared for their annual fundraising event.The event takes place in the field attached to St. James School, the grounds and church. The refreshments are served in St. James Old School Hall. The stalls are currently being planned and will be filled with vegetables, brick-a-brack, james, homebaking and good as new. There will be games too to test your skills.This is a great family day out not to be missed.This event will take place on Saturday, 18th July.

TIDY TOWNS NEWS

If you happened to be passing through Stradbally in the past few weeks, there is every chance of you being swept away with either a rush of sweeping brushes or paint brushes, by Tidy Towns members. Like all other places in the county awaiting the Tidy Towns judges it is pressure time to have one’s area looking its very best. A big thank you to the volunteers who plan to paint the seaside railings at Ballyvooney Cove on Monday night and thanks to our overseer Tom for facilitating same.

Our water butt scheme has been invaluable for taking care of our flowers.

With many people coming on board for looking after their gardens or washing of cars it has become so important as the water bills drop in the letter boxes.

We are delighted to have the schools, churches, and sporting organisations signed up to this project in Stradbally.

SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Filippo, Johnny, Maria, Siobhan, Marc, Giovia and Rachel Vespa, Durrow, Stradbally; grandchildren, sisters Peggy and Ann; and sons-in-law on the sad passing of Teresa (nee Hallahan), Durrow, Stradbally whose funeral Mass took place at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally on Saturday, 20th June with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

WEDDING In brilliant sunshine beautiful bride Cathy Weldon, Seafield, Bonmahon arrived at her parish church, St. Ann’s, Ballylaneen for her wedding to Eoin Cunningham, Newtown, Stradbally on

Friday, 19th June, 2015.

Cathy was assisted by her sister Rebecca as chief bridesmaid with Christina and Paul Weldon and Aisling Barry also bridesmaids. The bestman was Stephen Cunningham, brother of the groom with Trevor Curran, Richie Scanlon and Kevin Coffey as groomsmen. The pretty flowergirl was Eile Gough, the pageboys duties were performed by Ronan Cunningham, Oisin Cunningham, Charlie Weldon and Cian Curran.

The readers of the liturgy were Matty Weldon and Niamh Cunningham. The prayers of the faithful were shared by Robert Weldon, Aoife Cunningham, Maria Scanlon and Fergal Weldon.

The gifts at the Offertory were brought to the altar by Margaret Cunningham and Nora Barry.

The Communion reflection was read by Sinead Cunningham. The music during the ceremony was provided by the Weldon family. The wedding reception was held at the Garryvoe Hotel, Cork.

Congratulations and best wishes to Eoin and Cathy wishing you both many years of wedded bliss.

LOCAL SOCCER NEWS There was no jackpot winner in the lotto draw at O’Mahoney’s, Durrow. The numbers drawn were: 6, 8, 14 and 21. €25 went to Mags Kiely, Nicky Drohan, Emma Fitzgerald. The promoter’s prizewinner was Peggy Carey.The next draw will take place on Sunday night at Whelan’s Bar. The jackpot prize on offer will be €2,900. Thanks to all who continue to support our lotto. The ever popular

Stradbally Soccer club Summer Camp will take place this year from 28th July to the 31st July, 2015 from 10.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily. With a range of activities, old favourites and some new surprises. There will be plenty of fun for everyone. Help, of course, will be needed and volunteers would be especially welcomed. For further details contact Kevin Barnes at 087 276 0304. The astro turf pitch is available to hire.

Contact Tadgh at 087 230 6841.

HISTORIC WALK/TALKS We commence the Historic Walk/Talks on Thursday night 25th, we start this season in the Holy Cross Church graveyard.

The above memorial in Stradbally graveyard, in memory of the five members of the Barron Family who drowned in 1817 returning from London via Holyhead. It was custom at the time, for some of the more affluent Catholic families to send their sons to England to be educated.

The School was St Edmonds in Hertfordshire.

The College website tells us " St Edmonds has an History dating back to Elizabeth 1st of which we are very proud. How many schools can list twenty canonised Saints in its register?.," Left of picture, one can see the remaining wall of an earlier thatched Church. Meeting point on Thursday in Barron Hall 8 pm. Short walk into graveyard, one hour Walk/Talk and then back to Barron Hall for cup of tea. €5 adults, accompanied children free, all money to the Barron Hall development fund.

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Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc. and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish.

If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran.

Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of June is Mary Curran who can be contacted on 086 3337552.

Current events on in the hall and local Community.

FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday & Friday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm, Saturday training is be 11:00 am to 12:00 noon, this is to prepare kids for completion

(Sprints, Jumps and throws).

Minimum age limit is 5years old (Child needs to be School going).

BALLINAMEELA ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New Parents, Child minders, Grandparents with toddlers very welcome, we will be finishing up on Thursday 25th of June and hope to see you all back in September. For more information contact Janice on 087-9718945.

BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 if interested contact Mairead 087 7681975.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout.

Secondly, you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately.

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www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie AGLISH SUMMER WALKING / RUNNING LEAGUE Aglish Summer Walking / Running League commences on Thursday 7th May for six weeks at 7.15.

Can you Walk / Run 2,3, 4 or 5k. All levels of fitness catered for, from beginner, intermediate or advanced.

Children welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. €2 per night or €10 for six nights. Meet at Aglish Community Hall to register and collect your number and away you go.

Six weeks of gentle exercise and who knows you might even enjoy it. Bring a friend and enjoy the chat and the fresh air.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY We are busy planning and organising a Community Centre Fundraising BBQ which will be held on Friday, August 7th to raise some money for the Community Centre while having a social evening to meet friends and neighbours. So keep the date in your diary!

The plan for the evening is a non-alcoholic drinks reception, BBQ with a selection of four salads, bread, dessert, tea/coffee for €20. We are delighted that the hall is being used by so many groups offering our Community a wide variety

of activities. The hall does require maintenance and upkeep, this is our only fundraiser for the year and we would appreciate your support. Last year’s social evening was a great success and a wonderful opportunity to meet up with friends and neighbours. In the coming weeks we will be looking for ticket sellers to help us reach as many of the Community as possible. If you would like to buy tickets please contact Alison Maher on 087-2879429 or Viki Mulhall on 0878196264. Monies raised will go back into the Community Centre to keep it to the high standard for all the community to enjoy.

LOTTO RESULTS 22nd JUNE, 2015 Winning numbers were: 3, 13, 28. No winner. €20 winners: Mairead Morrissey, Curraroache; Mrs. Thersa Ryan, Lauragh; Babs Carlton, Villierstown; Donnagh Looby, Canty; A. Curran, Cappagh. Next week’s jackpot €1,100 and will take place in the Welcome Inn. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287.

Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

COMERAGH COMHALTAS

Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach DUNGARVAN TRADFEST RAFFLE Well done to the winners of this year’s raffle - 1st prize of a weekend B&B plus evening meal for two in one of the Flynn Group Hotels plus €100 spending money went to CCE Cathair Phortláirge. 2nd prize of €200 went to Bébhinn Walsh, Cuil na Smear and 3rd prize of €100 went to Celineine Donoghue, Abbeyside, Dungarvan. Thanks to all our sellers, buyers and everyone else who supported the raffle in anyway.

A big thank you goes to the Flynn Group Hotels who very generously sponsored the fabulous weekend break.

YEAR OF COMMEMORATION Last week Waterford City and County Council launched the 1916 centenary programme at meetings in Ballymacarbry,

Dungarvan and Waterford City.

The National Executive was represented

by Commandant Stephen MacEoin who explained by way of PowerPoint presentation the multi-faceted headings under which the programme will be developed. Comhaltas as an important National organisation will have a high profile which was laid out by Árd Stiúrthóír Senator Labhrás Ó Murchú.

Culture and youth will be important aspects as we study the past and present and imagine the future Ireland. There will be many School projects including tracing family trees to the 1916 era. From an historical viewpoint the political position in Waterford in the years prior to the rising is a microcosm, particularly in reference to the “Volunteers”. While most attention will focus on late March early April 2016

there will be many events leading up to the central celebrations including a special day this August to commemorate the funeral of O’Donovan Rossa and Pearse’s oration at his graveside.

AN GHAEILGE AGUS NA HAMHRÁIN Le roinnt blianta anuas tá béim faoi leith á chur ar “Amhráin na nDéise”. Is iad na hamhráin Gaelige a bhíon fé caibidil again i bhfeachtas na scoileanna atá ag dul ó neart go neart ó thosnaigh sé i 2012. Le oscailt oifig Ghlór na Ghaeil i nDúnGarbháin tá an teanga níos lairní in an chuid slite go mór mór ‘sna meáin.

Comh maith leis sin tá roinnt athraithe déanta ag An Roinn, ceann acu go bhfuil an Oiche Chultúir faoi choimirce An tOireachtas i mbliana. I lár Meán Fomhair a bhíonn sé ar siúil agus i mbliana beidh

an oiche á reachtáil ag Craobh na gComarach ar siúil i Halla Chúil na Sméar ar an Aoine 18ú i dteannta chláir Fhéile” Comeraghs Wild”. Is fe’n teidil “An Cheoil agus Amhráin Eochar na Staire a bheidh an oiche seanchas seo agus beidh na sonraí le fáil ‘sna míonna amach romhainn.

MORE CONGRATULATIONS Members of our branch constantly strive for perfection and regularly feature on many prominent platforms. Last weekend young Joseph O’Keeffe took first place in the U-10's boys Irish Dancing Championship in Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo. Our seisiún group Cúil Cheoil will entertain the visitors from Mercyhurst at Dungarvan Castle on Monday, 13th July. There will be rehearsals for our Summer Show over the coming week.

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CARNIVAL ROUND-UP Well, Cornerstone Carnival Number 11 has come and just about gone.

We will locate and publish some photos of the fun over the coming weeks, but for this week, all that needs to be said is that it was once again a great occasion, and the exhausted organising committee would like to thank every one of our sponsors and friends for their backing, especially our main sponsors, Lismore / Cappoquin Credit Union and Kelleher’s SuperValu.

There were many highlights, including the Dromana Five run and the entertainment on Friday, the open day at Madersons, the Boathouse Pallet Races, barbecue and fireworks on Saturday and, of course, the dog show and infamous ‘Pound Lane Ping Pong Pick-Up’ to round off the Carnival on Sunday evening. More details and some censored photos next week.

RED BRIDGE CLEAN-UP Civic Link volunteers recently began restoration work on the mini-garden at the Red Bridge car park, kindly facilitated by the

new owner of the Inch, James Wall. We hope to continue this work in the coming weeks, and to install some picnic seating, while at the same time giving a hand with the Tidy Towns and a few other projects around the place. All help welcome.

THE BATTLE OF AFFANE ON TOUR On Saturday, 4th July next, at 2.30 p.m., Cappoquin Heritage Group is hosting a guided tour of the Battle of Affane sites.

This event is part of the Dromana 800 celebrations over that weekend. For the princely sum of €10, you will get an illustrated booklet about the battle itself, and be taken on a guided bus tour of the battle area, where the fateful events of February 1565 set in motion the Plantation of Munster. The tour will also take in the Earl’s Stone, where the last direct descendant of the defeated Earl of Desmond, Sir Adrian Fitzgerald, will unveil a plaque around 3.30 p.m.

From there it’s on to Cappoquin, where the ‘tourists’ will hear about the town’s great Fitzgerald legend, the story of the

Cornerstone. Finally, it’s off to the Parish Hall in Mill Street, where a short concert will take place at 4.00 p.m., featuring songs and poetry about the battle, and a play entitled ‘The Earl’s Trial’ which was very well received when it made its debut at our ‘Affane’s Battle’ concert last February.

The whole tour package is a real snip at just €10, and can be booked in advance through the Dromana 800 website at www.dromana800.com or paid directly on the day, although booking in advance is the optimum way to ensure that you will get a seat on the bus.

For those unable to make the tour, it will also be possible to just see the concert, between 4.00 and 5.00 p.m. at the Parish Hall, for an admission fee of €5 which will help us cover the basic costs of the event. This week’s photo shows the giant ‘Earl’s Stone’ in Cluttahinna, where the defeated and wounded Earl of Desmond was allowed to rest by his captors after the battle.

The area around the stone will be tastefully landscaped for the event on 4th July.

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Kilmacthomas CHURCH GATE COLLECTION The Irish Kidney Association would like to thank everybody who supported their Church Gate collection which took place at all Churches in the Parish at the week-end.

BIRTHDAY WISHES Congratulations to Michael Dee, Well Road, Kilmacthomas on celebrating his 50th birthday on Saturday night last in Danny's Lounge with a party for family and friends.

A great night was had by all.

LATE MARY (MOLLY) MORRISSEY The death took place at University Hospital, Waterford on Thursday, 18th June of Mary (Molly) Morrissey, Grenan, Kilmacthomas.

Molly reposed at her residence with rosary recited

by Fr. Keogh, P. P. on Friday afternoon. Removal took place on Saturday afternoon to All Saints Church, Newtown for 2.30 pm Requiem Mass celebrated

by Fr. Keogh.

The readings were read by her niece Alison and grand-niece Bridget. The prayers of the faithful were

shared by P. J. grand-son, nieces Anna, Aisling and daughter-in-law Breda and son Joe and Carmel. The gifts were carried to the altar by grand-daughter Anna and great-granddaughter Jasmin, daughterin-law Mary and greatgrandchildren Ria and Mya. Her daughter Cait and niece Trish brought the Bread and Wine to the altar, the eulogy was given by her son Joe. During Mass appropriate hymns were sung by Caroline Casey and Marie Phelan.

Following Mass burial took place in the adjoining Cemetery and Molly was laid to rest beside her husband Josie who predeceased her by seven years. There was a large gathering of family, relatives, friends and neighbours who came to support her family on their sad loss. Molly was held in high esteem by all who had the pleasure of knowing her, a loving wife, mother, grand-mother, great-grandmother, wonderful neighbour and friend, she will be sadly missed.

Our very sincere sympathy is extended to her daughter Cáit, sons Joe and

Padraig sisters Josephine and Ann, grand-children, greatgrand-children, nieces, nephews, daughters-in-law, relatives and friends.

May she rest in peace.

LOTTO DRAW Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw for Saturday, 20th June letters drawn C, D, E, F. No Jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Helen Power, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas; Joan Carroll, Ballylynch; Ger Barron, Tracys Hill; John Gallagher, c/o P P I and Marian Lawlor, c/o Danny's. Next week’s jackpot €2,700, be in to win.

WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday night, 15th June, Kathleen Fieldhouse, Agnes Thomas, Maureen Sullivan, Maudie Cusack, Mary Kirwan, Carrie Wilkins, Hannah McGrath, Margaret Walsh, Peggy O'Callaghan and Mary B. Bowdren.

Raffle winners Clodagh, Kathleen Foran, Margaret Hassett, Kitty Murphy, Biddy Carroll, Mary Drohan, Eric Townsend, Mary B. Walsh, Sheila Morrissey and Ann Navin.

Lyre Heritage News

By Marie O’Shea

YOU ONLY GET TO KEEP WHAT YOU GIVE AWAY. It's a universal law:

You have to give before you get. You must plant your seeds before you reap the

harvest. The more you sow, the more you will reap. In giving to others, you will find yourself blessed. The law works to give you back more then you have sown.

Those that obtain have little. Those who scatter have much. The giver's harvest is always full. Nature does not give to those who will not spend.

Mid-Summers Day was a time of great magic in olden times. Perhaps it still is? We, in the Lyre Heritage Centre are about to weave our own brand of magic with our opening night of the season on Thursday, 2nd July.

Our willing helpers have been busy getting thing in order. So many jobs to be done – a door that needed replacing (the years and rot have done their damage).

We’ve cleaned up after the birds in the big fireplace – they love to nest in the open chimney.The grass has been trimmed away, the hedges cut back and the wallpaper glued back up!

More details next week.

Watch this space!!

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

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85% of Waterford GPs Commit to Free Under 6 Care - Ciara Conway LABOUR T.D. Ciara Conway has confirmed that Eighty five percent of doctors in Waterford have now signed up to provide free GP care to children under the age of six.

The figure has increased due to the high volume of children being registered for the scheme by their parents since June 15th while the withdrawal of a High Court case last Thursday has also had a positive impact on

figures.. So far, more than 36,000 children countrywide have already been registered for free GP care.

Ciara Conway said:“I am delighted to see that there has been a further uptake among doctors of the free GP care scheme locally. In fact, at 85%, the take-up of the scheme in Waterford is among the highest in the country – so that’s good news for parents and patients alike. Nationally

some 71pc of doctors are now registered.”

"The withdrawal of this High Court challenge removes any remaining hesitation and should, I hope, encourage remaining GPs to sign up.

“I would continue to urge parents to sign their children up for the free scheme on gpvisitcard.ie, which became operational last Monday when the HSE opened its public registra-

tion process.

The service itself will begin on July 1st.

“The provision of free GP care to young families was a key focus for Minister for Primary Care Kathleen Lynch since she arrived in the Department of Health four years ago.

“The fact that we are now at this juncture proves that Labour is delivering in Government and continues to support families.”

Labour T.D. Ciara Conway, Minister Kathleen Lynch and a (very!) Junior Doctor are reminding parents to register their under sixes for the free GP Scheme at gpvisitcard.ie The scheme opens on 1st July and so far 85 percent of Waterford GPs have agreed to participate.

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A GREAT couple of weeks at the Shed, with new members finding their way and enjoying the workshops!

Plenty of projects going on and the garden looking

magnificent.

On Monday, a group of Shedders took off to Youghal for a trip up the river.

Everybody enjoyed it immensely, and some of the

views were lovely. Thanks to Skipper Tony for a lovely day out.

And please note people, a change of date for our Tea Morning in the Vintage Tea Rooms, St. Mary's Church

of Ireland, it is now on Saturday, 4th July 2015.

A great selection of cakes, sandwiches and treats are available, so come along and support your local Shed!

Modeligo PATTERN 2015 The Pattern Committee's flagship event namely the 4th Annual Duck Derby will be held on Friday, July 10th, on the Bank of the Finnisk, and the organisers have come up with an exciting new format for the event.

There will be heats of 50 ducks per heat, with the top 10 in each heat qualifying for the final. There are still plenty of ducks available, for just €5 you can be part of the excitement, you can purchase your "Competitor" at Deckies or

from any committee member.

The event gets underway at 6.30pm, so do come along on the night and see how your duck gets on!

INTERMEDIATE HURLERS The hurlers made hard enough work of it at last Sunday's championship game in Lismore.We were 8 points up at one stage and appeared to be in control of things, however the Ballysaggart hurlers rallied big-time, and at the end we were grateful enough to hold out for a 3 point win.

Meanwhile up at Pairc Uí Rinn in Ballintemple, Modeligo clubmen Tom Devine and Seán O'Donovan were part of the Déise under 21 hurling set-up that inflicted a 10 point defeat on their Rebel counterparts.

What a fantastic victory it was, especially because Waterford's recent record in this competition, especially against the Corkonians, was abysmal. Next up it's the Munster semi-final against the Banner, we wish Tom, Sean and the entire group best of luck for the next

game.

CRANNCHUR AITIUL On Saturday Night last, 13, 15 and 26 were the numbers drawn from the drum, we had a few very close ones, but no "match 3" tickets at the count centre. Mike Killigrew & Joanne, c/o Welcome Inn, Agnes Keniry, c/o Tom O'Brien, Mike Killigrew & Ciara, c/o Welcome Inn and Tomas Fenton were our €25 Lucky Dip winners.

An tseachtain seo chughainn beidh €700 sa phota oir.

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Abbeyside Cub of the Year 2015 ANOTHER successful year for the 4th Waterford Abbeyside Cub Scouts concluded with the Cub of the Year 2015 awards ceremony and party on Thursday June 18th.

After the usual intense debate amongst the Scout Leaders the award for Cub of the Year was made to Rory Tyrell, who made great strides with his leadership and participation in activities. As is customary the award was presented by

last year’s Cub of the Year, Sean Mullarkey. Well done Rory!!

Awards were also presented to Aidan Higgins and Mark Sheehan who showed most potential as they make their move from Cub Scouts to Scouts in the Autumn.

Finn Wright collected the award for most improved Cub and the Swift Clan were awarded Best Clan of the Year.

Congratulations to all of

Clan of the Year

Cub of the Year

Most Improved

you on your achievements in 2014/2015 and the very best of luck to those heading up to Scouts!

To celebrate the receipt of the awards the party food was shared out and the Cubs pumped themselves up on sweets, crisps, chocolate and fizzy drinks whilst bathing in the sunshine. A good time was had by all and the party spirit brought the Cub Scout season to a fitting close. Enjoy the Summer break!"

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Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán last Sunday night and €50 was won by Carol Smith with card number 23, the Four of Diamonds.

Congratulations Carol. The Jackpot next week is €2,900. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win.

This is a joint community fundraiser and tickets can be bought locally.

COMMUNITY COUNCIL In preparation for Tidy Towns judging days we are asking all residents of the village and the outskirts to make sure the areas in and around their own property are neat, tidy and weed free – thereby taking pride in our beautiful olde world village.

VILLIERSTOWN MONTESSORI GRADUATION Another year has gone by and this group of children are graduating on Tuesday, 30th June, in Villierstown Church Hall at 6.30 p.m.

Each year we are amazed by the sheer talent and diversity of the “Concert” that is now part of such an enjoyable evening. Villierstown Montessori School extend an open invitation to everyone to join them on the night. The school wish the best of luck to all our leavers now going to big school and look forward to seeing some old faces and lots of new faces in September.

10 CENTS FOR CAMBODIA A Fundraising Initiative headed by Bad Boy Turned Good – Ross B, is asking everyone to help open an orphanage in Kampot, Cambodia.

All we ask is that you donate your 1, 2, 5 & 10 cent coins … the ones lying in a jar around your house, on your desk in a dish, at the end of a bag … the small denomination coins, the ones that we all have thrown about the house.

Ross has a bucket in the shop ready to collect your coins.

The shop on Main Street, Villierstown. Call in anytime and have a chat with Ross about the total necessity of a street outreach facility to help educate these children out of

poverty.

Ross B – 085-8894665.

DROMANA 800 – A CELEBRATION OF THE FITZGERALD FAMILY It’s getting closer … 3rd, 4th & 5th July. For Villierstown, Dromana 800 is a weekend of fun.

Villierstown Church is the venue for numerous shows and exhibits over the weekend. The village itself is hosting a Georgian Fete on the Sunday and each evening a cruise boat leaves the quay for you to enjoy the river and its surroundings.

VILLIERSTOWN CHURCH HALL Friday, 3rd July - “The Booley House” at 8.15.

Saturday, 4th July – Daytime, an in-depth presentation by local schoolchildren of “John Villiers’ Linen Industry.”

Saturday, 4th July – Evening – Rebecca Storm in concert at 8.15. A night to remember.

Sunday, 5th July – Teac a bloc. Entertainment for all the family at 7.00.

Email – church@dromana800.com VILLIERSTOWN VILLAGE Villierstown is throwing a Georgian Fete to celebrate the foundation of the village in the year 1740. For one day, Sunday, 5th July, the village will be transformed back to its origins with the 1st Earl Grandison John Villiers opening proceedings at noon.

Traditional crafts such as basket making, weaving, thatching, bee keeping, blacksmithing and lace making will all be on display in Villierstown.

Games of the time – Hoopla, Skittles and Coconut Shy’s, will be available for all to play. And there will also be a giant chess board for beginners and aficionado’s alike.

An Animal Farm will help keep the kids entertained. While teenagers can try their hand at Archery or Falconry!

A food village will cater for all tastes, which can be washed town with local traditionally brewed Cask ales.

And our Town Crier will keep you informed on the many different activities during the day.

BLACKWATER CRUISES FROM VILLIERSTOWN QUAY View Dromana House from the river each evening, while enjoying a relaxing cruise on the River Blackwater with Tony Gallagher on his boat the “Maeve Óg”. The River Blackwater is one of Europe’s unspoilt major rivers with spectacular scenery and with Tony as your guide the history of the river and the area will come alive.

Leaving Villierstown Quay, each trip will last approximately 1 hour.The “Maeve Óg” seats a maximum of 12 people.

Villierstown Boating Club facilities will be available to all ticket holders.

More information on Tony and the Maeve Óg at www.blackwatercruises.co m For a complete list of all events and to BUY YOUR T I C K E T S : wwwDromana800.com / 087-4660921 Find us on Facebook Local details are available on the Community Notice Board beside the Bottle Bank at the crossroads.

REELING IN THE YEARS The Community Council will be hosting their annual Reeling in the Years Family Sports Day & Dog Show on Sunday, 2nd August. The evening will finish with a Slave Auction.

(Slaves still needed).

JUNE DAYS TO REMEMBER 25th June – Thursday, Villierstown N.S. closes for Summer holidays at 12.30 p.m.

25th June – International Seafarer Day. 28th June –The Irish Derby at the Curragh Racecourse, Co. Kildare.

30th June – Villierstown Montessori Graduation, Church Hall,Villierstown.

JULY DAYS TO REMEMBER 1st July – Change of Mind close date for first time CAO applicants.

3rd July – Graveyard Mass in Aglish at 7.30.

STAR IN A FILM Yes, it could be you.

Shredded Wheat “Live from the Heart” are looking for people who are over 40 (Well that must be a first!)

and following their hearts doing something they love….like dancing, cycling, running…..

Check out:ShreddedWheatat.ie COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village …

Text: 087-3538347.

SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”.

Contact Carol:- 087-6635465.

I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know.

Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. virtue.pc@hotmail.com A Poem of our Time … it could happen to you!

Home again, home again…

By Marilyn L. Taylor The children are back, the children are back – they’ve come to take refuge, exhale and unpack; The marriage has faltered, the job has gone bad, come open the door for them, Mother and Dad. The city apartment is leaky and cold, the landlord lascivious, greedy and old – The mattress is lumpy, the oven’s encrusted, the freezer, the fan, and the toilet have rusted.

The company caved, the boss went broke, the job and the love affair, all up in smoke.

The anguish of loneliness comes as a shock – O heart in the doldrums, O heart in hock.

And so they return with their piles of possessions, their terrified cats and their mournful expressions, reclaiming the bedrooms they had in their teens, clean towels, warm comforter, glass figurines.

Downstairs in the kitchen the father and mother Don’t say a word, but they look at each other, as down from the hill comes Jill, comes Jack.

The children are back.

The children are back.

Students should consider Tech careers

Most Potential 1

Most Potential 2

IN advance of the CAO change of mind deadline on 1st July, the Minister for Skills, Research and Innovation, Damien English, TD, encouraged students to consider a career in technology. Vacancies in the sector have increased by

89% since the start of 2011.

Over 3,500 free ICT course places are also on offer via Springboard+, with part-time and fulltime conversion options.

See www.springboardcourses.ie to view courses and apply.

A survey of Springboard+ ICT conversion graduates nationally recorded that 87% of respondents secured employment in the industry over the past 18 months.

A dedicated website, www.SmartFutures.ie, is

also available to support people in the career decision-making process. The site features real life career stories and video interviews with people working in a range of diverse industries including space technology and cybersecurity.

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West Waterford

Eamonn Keevers, Rosie O’Doherty, Sophie Condon, Maurice Ledingham, Podge Cunningham, Darren Hannigan, Sarah Ledingham and Edmond Ledingham.

LOUGH DERG & KNOCK 2015 TRIP You can now book your place if you wish to be part of our annual 2015 Parish Trip to Knock & Lough Derg [no bare feet]. This year we will leave Clashmore on August 17th, and we return on the 19th, as always there are limited number of spaces on the bus for this trip so it would be advisable to book your seat early. For bookings and any other information please phone Cait Hickey at 024 96239.

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION THIS SATURDAY As our Clashmore School Principal Mrs. Gerardine Shine retires this week, you are all invited to attend a community celebration which takes place here in Clashmore this Saturday, June 27th.

Beginning with Mass at 3.00 p.m. in Clashmore Church followed by refreshments back in the school hall afterwards.

Everyone is most welcome

so we hope you will all join us.

ACT – FLAG DAY Aid Cancer Treatment is having their annual Flag Day in Youghal, Friday, on 3rd July. Anyone available on the day and would like to help, would be very much appreciated. Contact Margaret at 024/96375 or Helen at 024/96323.

CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Top prize winners at Monday [June 15th] night’s 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were Bobby and Mary Ann Connery, Gabriel Hynes and Tony Keane, Kyle Cunningham and Pat O’Halloran Mairead and Michael Fahey. Our Lucky last game winners were Liam Curran and Thomas Power. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our weekly lotto draw took place on Monday night, June 22nd – we had

6th Class pupils with Mr. Gough – Ballycurrane School Principal.

no match four tickets to win our jackpot so next week our jackpot is €6,100, when our draw takes place at The Rising Sun Bar Clashmore. Monday night’s numbers were 10, 13, 24, 28.Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Angela O’Neill, Helen Collins, Assumpta Dalton, Tom O’Byrne, Hannah Lucas. Once again thanks to everyone for your support.

CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS On Sunday, June 21st, the letters drawn in our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw were U.I.X.Z. We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €4,600. When our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to: Mary Curran, Piltown; Betty Aherne, c/o Eithne; Liam Troy. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support.

ANNUAL BOAT RACE The Clashmore

Ramblers annual boat race which was postponed recently has now been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, July 12th, at 12 noon here in Clashmore Village.

A great afternoon’s entertainment is promised with lots of fun for all the family so do come along.

PARISH OF AGLISH BALLINAMEELA MOUNT STUART Special Mass of Thanksgiving – Our special Mass of Thanksgiving held on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2015, in Aglish saw the first visit to Aglish Church of our Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan to preside at the 25th Anniversary Mass of our Parish Priest Fr Gerard O’Connor. Thanks to all those who helped to make the evening both in the church and in the school so memorable Graveyard Masses July 2015 – The annual celebration of Masses in our graveyards in the Parish will be as follows – Friday, July 3rd, in Aglish Cemetery at 7.30 p.m. Friday, July 10th, in Ballinameela Cemetery at 7.30 p.m. Friday, July 17th, in Mount Stuart at 7.30 p.m.

St. Declan’s Well Toor – The annual celebration of mass at St. Declan’s Well in Toor takes place on Thursday, July 23rd, at 12 noon with confessions taking place prior to Mass at 11.30 a.m. and everyone is most welcome.

MICHAEL ENGLISH CONCERT A rare treat for all “Michael English” fans comes our way this coming week as he and his band will play Ardmore on June

Joey Ryan, Kilgabriel, tried out the All-Ireland Hurling League Cup for size when he met local hurling stars Tadhg de Búrca and Brian O'Halloran.

25th in what should be a wonderful night of entertainment.

A number of tickets are still available for this is fabulous concert which is a fundraiser for Ardmore National School so pick up your tickets today at Quinn’s Shop and Brigid Shelly Gallery Ardmore or by ringing John on 086/2330810. Price of ticket €20.

BALLYCURRANE N.S. NEWS End of Year Mass – As another school year comes to a close, teachers (past + present), pupils and parents gathered at Ballycurrane NS on Thursday to celebrate our End of Year Mass.

The Mass was celebrated by Fr. M O'Gorman PP and

music played by Mrs.White.

At the end of Mass, a special prayer was said for our 6th Class pupils who will soon be leaving us to head to pastures new. We wish each of you good luck in your future studies – Rhys Thomas, Shane Keating, Kiara Leigh Thomkinson, Niamh Faherty, Eadoin Aideen Meehan & Kieran McGrath. For the Thomas, Keating, Meehan and McGrath families, their leaving marks the end of an era for the current generation of those families.

A presentation was also made to Mrs White who after visiting the school weekly for many years has retired - gifts were presented on behalf of Parents

Association, Board of Management and current staff at the school. Of course, as with all events at the school, there was time for tea and a chat afterwards.

Special treats were also laid on for the pupils who were later seen with plenty of blue icing on their faces.... a safe and happy Summer break to you all.

CLASHMORE ROAD RACE The Annual Clashmore Road Race which was due to take place on June 12th which was postponed as a mark of respect to the O’Rourke gamily, has now been rescheduled.

The race will now take place on Thursday, July 16th – more details later.

A FLASH FROM CLASHMORE PAST - This week thanks to Cait Hickey, the Dunne and McCarthy families, we bring you this wonderful photograph of Clashmore’s Junior Hurling and Intermediate Football team from 1969. Back row (l. to r.): Willie Joe Leanane, Billy Dunne, Mickey Downey, Eamonn Lombard, [RIP], Pat White [RIP], Mike Lombard, Liam Curran, Liam O’Keeffe [RIP], Eamonn Beresford and Noel Murray. Second row (l. to r.): Mick Guiry, Jimmy O’Rourke, Dick Power, Liam O’Rourke [RIP], Fr. Ml. Kennedy, Pablo O’Rourke [RIP], Jimmy Roche [RIP] and John Hurton. Third row (l. to r.): John Hogan, Pat O’Rourke, Jimmy Daly [RIP], Vinnie O’Rourke, Claude Fitzgerald, Billy Allen. Front row: Pad O’Neill [Captain of the Intermediate Football] and Denis McGrath [Captain of the Junior Hurling].

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Photographed with their teacher Ms. Moroney are the pupils of 2nd Class at Ballycurrane N.S. who made their First Holy Communion recently at St. Cronin's Church, Clashmore, recently. Congratulations to all the boys and girls. A big thank you to all who helped make this day so special for all of them, especially their teachers and Fr. Maurice O’Gorman who officiated at the ceremony.

St. Michael’s NS Parents’ Association, Ballyduff Upper USED/NEW CLOTHES COLLECTION The final Clothes collection for this school year will take place on Wednesday, 24th of June at 9.30 am outside the Sports Hall. The last collection raised €660 and we hope to match it again this time! If anybody needs help with getting clothes collected, please contact Máiréad Considine on 086 6097906 or Colette Martin on 087 8515617. This is a great fundraiser for the school and we ask for your continued support.

KINSALEBEG NATIONAL SCHOOL – Ice Cream Celebration: Celebrating the Girls Camogie Team who recently reaching the School finals. We took a stroll to the local shop for Ice Cream celebrations.

St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas, School Awards 2015 – Derek Ryan Perpetual Trophy: Mr. Eugene Power (Principal) presenting Calum Lyons with the Derek Ryan Perpetual Trophy.

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Recipients of the Junior and Senior Ladies Football Players of the Year with coaches Catherine Ahearne and Michelle Ryan.

The Junior and Senior Athletes of the Year with coach Mrs. Nicola Barrett.

Recipients of the Hurling Players of the Year with coaches Eoin Mac Craith, Sean Murphy, Jamie Kearney and Brian Foley.

Recipients of the Badminton Player of the Year with coach Sheena Wilkinson.

Camogie Players of the Year with Kieran Fennessy, Laura Green and Mary Jane Maher.

Recipients of the Soccer Kennedy Cup Awards.

Rebecca Hanna and Isabella Markiewicz celebrate with the National Hurling League cup after receiving awards for Under 13 and Under 14 Waterford Camogie.

Ian Ahern and Jack Mullany recipients of Awards in Schools Rugby.

Recipients of Awards in Soccer for their success with West Waterford/East Cork.

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BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Schools Awards

Ms. Coward's 4th class after their final training session in the Ross B Gym.

ST. JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Brilliant Bike Week

Mr. Denis Ring makes a presentation to Derek McGrath, Waterford Hurling Manager, guest speaker at the recent BCS Student’s Award.

Mr. Derek McGrath, guest speaker, makes a presentation to Fintan O’Connor in recognition of his success with Waterford in winning the National Hurling League title.

Cian Murphy and Jake Chambers with the National Hurling League Cup celebrating after receiving their Soccer Awards.

WE had a brilliant Bike Week 2015 in St. Joseph's to promote and celebrate cycling. Since Monday, our pupils have been reading the 50 new fiction and non-fiction books on bikes and cycling purchased especially for Bike Week. The junior classes had a colouring competition and the senior classes had to design a cycling shirt and write a bicycle-themed story. We had Cycle on Wednesday, and all the boys who cycled to school took part in a cycling skills test in the yard. Prizes included bicycle locks, front and rear lamps and water bottles. Winners in the art and story com-

petitions got water bottles, pens, pencils and notebooks. All our pupils participated in at least one of the competitions to promote bikes and cycling.The message from St. Joseph's is "We Love bikes!"

ROSS B TRAINING Four of our classes had a weekly session in the Ross B Training gym over the last few weeks.The boys participated in circuit training that included squats, pushups, sit-ups and burpees.

Ross also taught them some bokotar moves. Bokotar is a Cambodian martial art in which many of the moves mimic the defensive strategies of animals. Besides

Seán Galvin completing the cycling skills test during Bike Week.

Kamryn Tutty was awarded a trophy for his excellent behaviour and commitment during training sessions in the Ross B gym.

An excellent pencil portrait of Abraham Lincoln by 6th class pupil Adam Whelan.

improving their cardiovascular fitness, the boys learned the disciple inherent to all martial arts.

Ross Barrett also runs Bad Boys Turned Good and featured on RTE's Secret Millionaire programme. His Ross B Training gym runs junior martial arts sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Check out these and all the ladies and senior sessions available at http://www.rossbtraining.c om/. A large portion of the fees paid by our pupils for their training is going to help an orphanage in Cambodia.What a wonderful way to combine a physical fitness learning experience with helping those less fortunate than us.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS Our 6th class pupils have been completing a transition programme with Schools Completion coordinator Michelle Mullaney to help with their move to secondary school.

Their graduation prayer service will be held today, Wednesday, 24th June, in the school hall at 2.00 p.m.

The spiritual part of the ceremony will be followed by a DVD slideshow of photos taking during their 5 years in St. Joseph's.

School will finish for the remaining classes at 12.00

noon on Friday, 26th June.

We wish all our pupils and their families a safe and enjoyable summer. We look

forward to welcoming everyone back for the new school year on Thursday, 27th August.

Some of the pupils who took part in the cycling skills test during Bike Week.

Leon Lannon explaining his volcano project to Young Scientist judge Mr. Éanna McGrath from Dungarvan CBS.

St. Joseph's 4th class at a storytelling session with author Niall de Búrca in Coláiste Chathail Naofa.

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Winners of the girls under 12 relay at the Primary Schools Country finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Ardmore N.S.; 1st Ursuline N.S.; 2nd Scoil Gharbhain N.S.

Winners of the boys over 12-100 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Ryan Mac Graith, An Rinn N.S.;1st Leigh Vernon, Geal Scoil N.S.; 2nd Sean Hickey, Ballyduff N.S.

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Winners of the girls over 12-800 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Mary Prendergast; 1st Una O'Brien, Gaelscoil Portlairge N.S.; 2nd Sarah Stone, Holy Cross N.S.

Winners of the girls under 12-100 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Victory Eddy, St. Declan’s N.S.; 1st Marc Mac Garrai, Scoil Gharbhain N.S.; 2nd Aaron Ebhonuaye, Ballygunner N.S. Winners of the boys under 11-600 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Conor Fennell, St. James’ N.S.; 1st Tommy Fennell, Garranbane NS.; 2nd Con Willans, Abbeyside N.S.

Winners of the boys under 8 at the Primary Schools Country finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Coolnasmear N.S.; 1st Holy Cross N.S.; 2nd Glenbeg N.S.

Alan Gilligan of Blackwater Diner (sponsors) pictured with the winners of the boys under 9 relay at the Primary Schools County finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Glenbeg N.S.; 1st Ballygunner N.S.; 2nd Scoil Lorcain N.S.

Winners of the boys under 9 - 80 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Corey Scanlon, Whitechurch N.S.; 1st Rhedeem Eddy, St. Declan’s N.S; 2nd Conor Henley, Tallow N.S.

Winners of the girls under 11-100 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Faelen Richards, Knockanore N.S.; 1st Katie Nolke, Ballygunner N.S.; 2nd Kelly Ni Fhaolain, Scoil Gharbhain.

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Winners of the boys under 11 relay at the Primary Schools Country finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Holy Cross N.S.; 1st Abbeyside N.S.; 2nd Garranbane N.S.

Winners of the girls under 8 relay at the Primary Schools Country finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Ursuline N.S.; 1st Abbeyside N.S.; 2nd Grange N.S.

Winners of the boys over 12 relay at the Primary schools Country finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd Scoil Gharbhain N.S.; 1st Abbeyside N.S.; 2nd Glor Na Mara N.S.

Alan Gilligan of Blackwater Diner (sponsors) pictured with the winners of the girls under 10 relay at the Primary Schools County finals held recently at St. Augustine's College. 3rd St. Mary’s N.S.; 1st Ballygunner N.S.; 2nd Ursuline N.S.

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Winners of the boys under 9-300 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Corey Scanlon, Whitechurch N.S.; 1st Radeem Eddy, St. Declan’s N.S.; 2nd Ian Holmes, Glenbeg N.S.

Winners of the boys under 12-600 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Marc Mac Garrai, Scoil Gharbhain N.S.; 1st Oisin O’Riordan, Abbeyside N.S.; 2nd Callum Hurley, Holy Cross N.S.

Winners of the boys under 11-100 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Conn Willans, Abbeyside N.S.; 1st Jack Corcoran, Gaelscoil Na nDeise N.S.; 2nd Tommy Fennell, Garranbane N.S.

Winners of the over 12 -100 metres at the County Primary Schools finals held at St. Augustine's College recently. 3rd Aoife O'Brien, Garranbane N.S.; 1st Katie Ni Bhroin, Scoil Gharbhain N.S.; 2nd Jody Tuohy, Gael Scoil Portlairge N.S.

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CARRIGLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their Sports Day. Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying a Green Day picnic to celebrate their 4th Green Flag.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their Sports Day. Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying a Green Day picnic to celebrate their 4th Green Flag.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their Sports Day.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their School Tour to a Parsons Green.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying a Green Day picnic to celebrate their 4th Green Flag.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their School Tour to a Parsons Green.

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

ARDMORE NATIONAL SCHOOL

Green Schools

Michael English live in concert

OVER the last two years the children, under the guidance of Mrs. Lee and the Green Schools Committee, have been working hard to increase awareness about Biodiversity. On Tuesday, 17th June, Michael Power, ex Green Schools Committee member, raised our 5th Green Flag for Biodiversity.

We wish to say a big Thank You to all who attended and a special Thank You to the parents who provided refreshments for the staff and guests and ice-cream for the pupils.

MASS We are marking the end of an era with a Mass of celebration on the occasion of the retirement of Sr. Martina and Nicola Carroll from the Presentation Pre-School. Parents, past pupils and members of the community are welcome to join with us at 1:15 in the Friary Church on Thursday, 25th June. We wish them both all the very best in their new adventures.

ONE of Ireland's top Country & Irish Singer Songwriter's is coming to Ardmore on Thursday, June 25th, to raise funds for Ardmore National School.

Michael English from Castledermot, Co Kildare started his musical journey at he tender age of 11. He studied at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin moving on to develop a prolific career.

Michael has been the recipient of numerous music and entertainment awards, including a Golden Roll of Honours Award from the Performing Artists Trust Society, Number 1 Selling Album, Best Album of the Year and most recently Songwriter of the Year !

Michael divides his time between Ireland, the UK and the USA, writing new material and performing

sell-out concerts to audiences who want to be part of Michael's extraordinary musical journey and we are delighted that he is coming to St. Declan's Church in Ardmore as part of his tour of Ireland. The proceeds from the concert will greatly benefit Ardmore National School and its pupils. John Supple, organiser of the concert feels that 'in difficult times, this fundraising event is a fantastic thing to be able to do as it helps to defray the cost of schooling to families and it opens up many opportunities for the school as it further develops.'

Michael's concert promises to be an uplifting evenings entertainment supporting our fabulous local school so please don't miss it! Tickets are €20 per person and are available

from Quinn's Foodstore, Brigid Shelly Art Gallery or from the School Office on 024-94569 between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. Tickets will also be available on the

Michael Power raises the Green Flag for Biodiversity at St. Mary’s School.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying a Green Day picnic to celebrate their 4th Green Flag.

Members of the Green schools committee with Michael Power, Mrs. Fitzgerald, John Deasy, Paddy Fitzgerald, Fr. Ryan and Anne Sullivan.

Very happy pupils enjoying a treat on the day we raised the 5th Green Flag for Biodiversity.

Pupils from Carriglea NS enjoying their Sports Day.

door on the evening of the concert from 7.00 p.m.

For further updates see www.facebook.com/micha elenglishardmore or www.michaelenglish.ie

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Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.

Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

Open Letter to Minister for Health Leo Varadkar from South Tipperary GPs Dear Minister, The undersigned General Practitioners of South Tipperary wish to provide free care to our under 6 patients.

The contract as offered by the HSE and due to commence on July 1st fails to provide the necessary support and protection to ensure the continued accessibility, confidentiality and high quality expected by our patients.

We are aware that many of our colleagues have only signed this contract under duress.

We call on you as Minister to meet with us to address our concerns and avoid placing patients healthcare at the centre of this dispute.

Signed: Dr. Kirsten Fuller, Dr. Carmel Condon, Dr. Maria Kelly, Dr. Molly Owens, Dr. Ger Barrett, Dr. Lorcan Keenan, Dr. Declan Murphy, Dr. Tim O’Donovan, Dr.Willie Ryan, Dr. Brian Morrissey, Dr. Kevin Kelly, Dr. Cathy Foley, Dr. Liam Meagher, Dr. Lucia Gannon, Dr. John McCarthy, Dr. Kieran O’Dwyer, Dr. Pilib O Duinn, Dr. Una Ni Rathaille, Dr. Mike Quirke, Dr.Tara Dillon, Dr. Stephanie Dowling, Dr. Michael Sheahan, Dr. Bernardine Rochford, Dr. Maire Nic Eoin, Dr. Damian Sharpe, Dr. Gerry Sullivan, Dr. Iver Hanrahan, Dr. Andrew Downey, Dr. David Janes, Dr. Joseph Browne, Dr. Jill Dalton, Dr. Anita Halley, Dr. Bernie Rouse, Dr. Conor Carroll, Dr. Breda Lonergan, Dr. Laura Molony, Dr. John Farrell. Dr. Colman Walsh, Dr. Martin Rouse.

COUNTY TIPPERARY GENERAL PRACTITIONERS. 18th June, 2015.

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Winners in the 6th class competition during Bike Week to design a cycling shirt: Tony Flynn-Kirwan, Patryk Kubera and Taidgh Murray.

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Winners in the 2nd class colouring competition for Bike Week: Kane Duggan, Leon Lannon and David Moynihan.

LETTERS / OBITUARY MARGARET (Peggy) KIELY (nee Walsh) Ballytrisnane, Old Parish Margaret (Peggy) Kiely of Ballytrisnane, Old Parish, passed to her eternal reward on Tuesday morning, May 12th, at her residence. A native of An Sean Phobal, Peggy was born and reared in a loving family; daughter of the late Willie Walsh and Ellen Brazil and younger sister of the late John Paul.

In her childhood Peggy’s family were proprietors of the local pub and shop, which in the Ireland of the time was often the very beating heart of the community. Walsh’s (now John Paul’s) was an institution in An Sean Phobal and noted as a stronghold of the traditional music scene. Peggy could relate of the visits of nationally renowned musicians such as Seamus Ennis and Ciarán Mac Mathúna on many an occasion.

Bhí Gaeilge ón gcliabhán ag Peggy agus bhí grá mór aici don teanga.

Freisin bhain sí an taitneamh as ceol tradisiúnta na hÉireann.

Following her education Peggy met and married Michael Kiely and together they raised a family of three; they worked hard and diligently developing their farming enterprise. A true home-maker she was a loving mother whose home was always a centre of welcome and hospitality.Very community orientated, for many decades Peggy played a huge role in many local organisations in An Sean Phobal and further beyond; she was a member of the Old Parish guild of Bantracht na Tuaithe (ICA) and also served on Coiste Forbartha, an organisation instrumental in bringing investment,industry and employment to the local area. She participated in many farm family groups and attended Irish language events regularly. Peggy’s contribution and expertise to so many organisations was hugely valued and her commitment never wavered.

Faith was the cornerstone of Peggy’s existence; she lived the Gospel message in word and deed, giving of her time in so many voluntary church activities; in the 1960s and ’70s undertaking vital fundraising for the local school and church, a hardworking member of the Parish Council and more recently the Child Protection Officer of Old Parish Church. Her horticultural talents were often brought to the fore when she prepared the flowers for the Altar at Eaglais Breith na Maighdine Muire. Possessing a love of the GAA, Peggy followed the progress of the Old Parish and Déise teams with keen interest and was thrilled with the recent achievements of “The Shocks”.

In recent years Peggy enjoyed her participation in events with Probus, an organisation which encourages active retirement. A true people person, whether with Probus, the ICA or the Farm Family Group she treasured her outings with friends, attending educational nights, visiting neighbours or friends in hospital.

Peggy was indeed the epitome of a lady who always put others first; possessing many fine qualities and giving a lifetime of dedication both to her family and community. Indeed, the huge number of people who came to offer their sympathies at her funeral obsequies is a testament to the esteem in which she was held. Peggy’s unexpected passing on the morning of Tuesday, May 12th, has left a void in the lives of her family and many friends that cannot be filled. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal.

On Tuesday evening, May 12th, Peggy’s family, friends and neighbours gathered at her residence where Prayers were led by An tAth. C. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P. Peggy lay in repose on Wednesday evening, May 13th, at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan. Many people came to pay their respects and console the bereaved. Later, removal took place to Peggy’s beloved Eaglais Breith na Maighdine Muire, An Sean Phobal. The cortege paused in prayerful tribute at John Paul’s, her place of birth, en route to the church. The Service of Reception was led by An tAth. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P. Léadh Aifreann na Marbh mar cheiliúradh ar shaol Peggy ar 14ú Bhealtaine. An tAth. Ó Ceallaigh a leigh an tAifreann agus ba é An tAth. Ó hAiséad S.P. (Dún na Mainistreach) a chomh-cheiliúraigh an tAifreann leis.

Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Peggy’s life was celebrated on Thursday morning, May 14th, by Fr. C. Kelly, P.P., assisted by Fr. N. Hassett, P.P. (Abbeyside).The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the huge congregation by Pádraigín Ní Chadhla (daughter), Kate Kiely (grand-daughter) and Peter Kiely (son). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Maura Ryan, Cáit Keating and Sharon Mansfield (friends), Eleanor Kiely (daughter-in-law), Joan Murphy (niece) and Erica Kiely (grand-daughter). The Offertory Gifts were presented at the Altar by Siobhán Devlin (daughter), Peigí Devlin, Gillian Kiely and Nicole Kiely (grand-daughters).The Communion Reflection “In Memory Of My Mother” by Patrick Kavanagh was read by Pádraigín (daughter) and heartfelt Words of Tribute were delivered by Peter (son).Throughout the Mass beautiful singing and music was provided

by Kathleen Tobin, Marian Gough and Ciarán Ó Galbháin.

Afterwards Peggy was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery where An tAth. Ó Ceallaigh read the Rite of Committal and imparted the graveside blessing.

Peggy is sadly missed by her daughters Siobhán and Patricia (Pádraigín); son Peter; son-in-law Edward Devlin; daughter-in-law Eleanor; grand-daughters Kate, Erica, Peigí, Gillian and Nicole; sisterin-law Hannah Nugent; brother-in-law John Kiely; nephews, nieces,

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

other relatives, neighbours and friends. Peggy is predeceased by her parents Willie and Ellen Walsh (nee Brazil); brother John Paul Walsh; husband Michael Kiely and by other close relatives. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile.

Month’s Mind Mass for Peggy will be offered on Friday, 3rd July, at 7.30 p.m. in Old Parish Church.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PADDY HOURIGAN Skehacrine Court, Abbeyside We learned with great sadness of the passing of Paddy Hourigan on Monday, 8th June. A native of Abbeyside, Paddy was one of a family of ten. He is predeceased by his parents Johnny and Agnes (Aggie), his sister Mary and his brother Johnny.

Paddy attended Abbeyside National School and subsequently the local CBS. Having completed his formal education he trained as a mechanic working for a duration at Bridge Motors. Paddy then went to England where he met and married Audrey and was employed for a number of years on the Isle of Wight. Returning to Ireland Paddy took up residence in his beloved native place. He was a keen student of the form and loved his flutter on the horses following the various race meetings with close interest. Many happy hours were spent picking periwinkles off Abbeyside Strand and the regular game of cards was always looked forward to at the local venues.

His pet dog “Lucky” was doted upon by Paddy, having been taken in as a stray and then nursed back to health. “Lucky” was a constant presence, often to be seen travelling with Paddy in his van.

A hugely obliging person who was always doing favours for people Paddy’s quiet and unassuming nature endeared him to all who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. His unexpected passing is deeply mourned and has left a void in the lives of his family and friends that cannot be filled. May Paddy rest in peace.

On Wednesday, 10th June, Paddy lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects and to sympathise with the bereaved. Rosary and Prayers were led by Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A. Later removal took place to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. On arrival Paddy’s remains were received and blessed by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was offered by Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., on Thursday morning, 11th June. The Liturgy of the Word was shared by J. J. (nephew) and Jacqui (niece). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were brought in procession to the Altar by Agnes and Eleanor (sisters).

Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Christopher, David and Mark (nephews), Sarah and Dawn (nieces). Dina Walshe played and sang beautiful hymns throughout the Mass. Afterwards Paddy was laid to rest in Old Parish Cemetery. En route the large cortege paused in prayerful tribute at Skehacrine and Paddy’s childhood home of Murphy Place. Fr. Hassett, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and read the Rite of Committal.

Paddy is sadly missed by his family, relatives and friends and we express our deepest sympathy to Danny, Mike and Audrey; his brothers Michael, David and Declan; sisters Nora, Eleanor, Kathleen and Agnes; aunt Rita Montgomery; grandnephews, grandnieces, other relatives and friends.

Paddy will be prayed for at the three Masses (7.00 p.m., 9.30 a.m. and 12 noon) in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, on the weekend of the 11th/12th July.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Dolores Walsh, RNLI Dungarvan & Helvick Hon Fundraising Treasurer with Lucinda and Eoin McGarry at the Dungarvan Raft Race Challenge in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station, Waterford Dragon Warriors and Suir Dragon Paddlers.

[Joan Clancy]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

MAURICE COMYN Comeragh and Furraleigh Maurice, or Monnie as he was better known, was born in Furraleigh (Mahon Bridge) on 1st February, 1929. Not many people know that he had a twin sister, Mary Brigid, christened in honour of the day she was born, St. Brigid’s Day. As we are all familiar with the St. Brigid’s Cross traditionally made by the Comyn family to a design passed down through generations, we realise how appropriate it was that one of the children should carry her name.

Sadly Mary Brigid died aged three years, as did many young children in those days. She was never forgotten by Monnie and he carried her memory and her spirit with him all his life.

Monnie was one of the large family of Mikey Comyn and Maggie O’Neill, or as was preferred the Irish version of the name – Néill. As it is now the centenary of World War 1 perhaps it is appropriate to mention Monnie’s uncle Tom O’Neill of Mahon Bridge who fought with the Irish Guards and was killed in France in December 1917.

He has no known grave but is commemorated on the Cambrai Memorial.

The Comyn family of Comeragh was one of the great Irish families who held and passed down a store of knowledge of the culture and traditions of the Comeraghs. Indeed the Folklore Commission based in UCD has, in the archives, a wealth of stories collected from Monnie’s grandfather. These stories were passed down to Mikey Comyn, Monnie’s father, who in turn passed them on to his own children. Monnie could recite Colmcille’s Prophesies which were revered as foretelling the future, in fact he delighted in quoting passages relating to the weather and events of natural disaster. He read extensively and treasured a few books relating to the history of Ireland, particularly about the Cromwellian plantation and the Penal Laws.

We had many discussions over the years in which he showed a great knowledge of local history and indeed we learned many interesting stories of folklore and local tradition from him. Many of the stories about the Patron Saint of Brigid of Kilrossanty were passed on by Monnie.

Monnie was a gentle, shy and non-argumentative person who did not like publicity and I’m sure would be embarrassed by the praise and honour he is being given today, but which is so well deserved.

He was a man of nature and nobody knew the mountains as he did.

He had a great affinity with children and animals and was loved by all. If you like, he was a sort of St. Francis of the Comeraghs. He knew every lake, hill and hollow of the whole Comeragh Mountain range from Kilbrien to Clonmel. ‘Loch Co Seangán na h-olla Pheiste’ – Coumshingaun of the Monster Serpent, was a favourite haunt of his and he believed that the serpent rose from the lake early in the morning as it had been seen by his grandfather in the 1890s. “Ó thuaidh, o dheas is soir in éineacht, Ó dhrom Finín i lár na nDéise, go Corrach Mór i dtir na bPaorach’s as san o thuaidh go Sliabh Ban Féinne A Chomaraigh aoibhinn ó.’

(Abbot Maurus O Faoileain).

Monnie was familiar with all those places and would be horrified today to see the modern maps showing the Comeragh area as Monavullagh and transferring the Comeraghs to Rathgormack.

Monavullagh means turf on the top and is just a name for that particular part of the Comeraghs.

About thirty years ago we met him late on a Summer Sunday evening and he casually mentioned that he had been to a football match in Clonmel. How did he get there? He walked, of course, trudging across the mountain from Comeragh, over Coumshingaun, along the foothills by Rathgormack and in the words of W. B. Yeats, “through hollow lands and hilly lands” and on the old Drover’s Road until he reached Harney’s Cross and down into Clonmel. This is a long short cut by any standards but he knew the mountains well. He knew the goat and sheep tracks and walked pathway long before hillwalkers came to enjoy it as a sport.

He often came down to Mahon Bridge on Sunday evenings, but never by the public road, always over the Dabh and down Coum Muinge and thence by the Mahon Riverbank to the bridge. He would surely approve of the new Crough Walk which follows almost exactly Monnie’s old path.

He had a story for every part of the journey and I think that he was a little afraid returning home at night, indeed if he met half of the ghostly people of long ago from the Foxy woman of Crough, the Black Stranger, the Famine Children, the five white dressed maidens nd the Black Dog, it would be a long night. In fact he returned back to Comeragh by the roadway often long after midnight and there weren’t many who could keep pace with im up the steep hill.

You may suppose from what I’ve said so far that Monnie did not approve of, or use, modern transport, but actually he was one of the first people in the Parish to drive a car, and he did so with great skill, except for the occasion when a wasp flew in and caused him to swerve and have a little altercation with the ditch.

I was told that he fitted nine men, excluding himself, into the car coming from Crotty’s one night. Needless to say Monnie was the only sober one among them. One of the passengers was an American visitor who related the miracle for years afterwards and was also able to say that the driver was a real shepherd whom he had met on the

OBITUARY mountain earlier that day.

As I look down there to the sloping window sills on my left, I remember how that was the men’s side of the church and their caps were placed there until Mass was over. Monnie was the last man to walk in, place his cap on the sill and when Mass was over retrieve it, genuflect and walk out. No standing outside for Monnie and certainly he would never venture over to the women’s side!

May he rest in peace, in the words of one of his great heroes, Commandant Pat Keating of the Comeragh Brigade, “Neath Comeragh’s Rugged Hills.”

SÍLE MURPHY (17/6/2015) (Funeral arrangements were by Kents Funeral Directors, Kilmacthomas).

CISS TRITSCHLER (nee Mary Bridget Power) 23 Ferndale, Waterford, and formerly of 129 The Quay, Waterford It is with feelings of profound regret we record the passing of Ciss Tritschler (nee Mary Bridget Power), 23 Ferndale, Waterford, and formerly 129 The Quay, Waterford, which sad event occurred on Friday, 29th May, 2015, at CareChoice Nursing Home, Dungarvan.

Ciss (nee Mary Bridget Power) was born on the 12th June, 1927, at the Castle, Carrigadustra, Kilmeaden into a well respected farming family. Ciss attended school in Ballyduff Lower and later trained as a nurse in Stoke-on-Trent. After completing her training, Ciss returned home to nurse at the then newly opened sanatorium in Ardkeen (now University Hospital,Waterford). Ciss was held in high esteem by both patients and staff for her ever kind and generous nature.To Ciss, nursing was not a job but a vocation, a way of life, a life dedicated to the selfless service of others. Outside of work her caring spirit continued to shine through. Ciss would regularly visit older people in her neighbourhood and run errands for them. In 1965, she married Bobby Tritschler, Jewellers, 129 The Quay, where they lived over the shop and had one son. Ciss retired from nursing in 1988 and following her husband’s death in 1992 moved to Ferndale, Ballytruckle where she enjoyed her golden years baking for family and friends. Ciss was a real people person, she always enjoyed the company of others and loved a good joke or a yarn. Ciss spent her final years at Care Choice Nursing Home in Dungarvan where fittingly she received the same great care she previously gave to others. On Friday, 29th May, 2015, Ciss passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. May she rest in peace.

On Sunday, 31st May, 2015 Ciss reposed at Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan from 5.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. where Sr. Eileen Troy led the rosary. Afterwards Ciss was removed to St. Nicholas’ Church, Ballyduff Lower where Fr. O’Byrne, P.P., and Fr. Gerard O’Connor (P.P., Aglish) said the prayers. Requiem Mass was on Monday, 1st June, 2015, at 11.00 a.m. and was officiated by Fr. O’Byrne, P.P. Following Requiem Mass Ciss was laid to her eternal rest in the adjoining cemetery alongside her late husband Bobby.

The lessons were read by Margaret Tritschler (daughter-in-law) and Marian Power (niece). Prayers of the Faithful were shared by Grace Tritschler (grand-daughter) and Catherine Power (niece). Offertory procession - Jimmy Power (brother) and Mary Power (sister-in-law).

Hymns were ‘Abide By Me’, ‘The Lord is my Shepherd’, ‘The Derry Air’ (instrumental), ‘How Great Thou Art’, Jesus Draw me ever near’ and ‘Farewell My Lovely Deise’ all sung beautifully by Mala Raggett.

Pallbearers - Patrick, Philip, Mark, Liam and Eamonn Power (nephews).

Chief mourners were: Robert (Bob) Tritschler (son) and Margaret Tritschler (daughter-in-law); Grace and Bobby Tritschler (grandchildren); Jimmy and David Power (brothers) and Mary Power (sister-inlaw).

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

TERESA VESPA (nee Hallahan) Durrow, Stradbally With sadness we record the passing of Teresa Vespa which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 16th June, 2015.

Removal was from her residence on Saturday morning to the Holy Cross Church, Stradbally. Following Funeral Mass on arrival, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

To her sons, daughter and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy.

Full obituary next issue.

(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 JIM HEHIR Rice’s Street, Dungarvan Profound feelings of sadness were evoked with the passing of Jim Hehir on Saturday, 13th June. Jim is predeceased by his son Edward; parents Paddy and Nonie; brothers Michael, Paddy, Seán and Monnie; sisters Margaret and Breda and other relatives. Jim was the last of his generation of the Hehir family.

He worked for many years as a skilled carpenter in London where he also married the love of his life Bernie, also from Dungarvan.They married in Clapham Junction in 1966. Together they moved back to Dungarvan and had three children Jimmy, Edward and Margaret. Jim took up various employment roles as a skilled joiner in Waterford, Dungarvan and Ring. When work was scarce during the recession in the 1980s Jim travelled to London to take up employment returning home in retirement.

Jim’s passing is deeply mourned by his family and friends and has left a void that cannot be filled. May he rest in peace.

On Sunday evening, 14th June, Jim lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, where the Rosary was recited in the presence of his family and friends. Funeral Prayers were led by Canon W. Ryan, P.P., before the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.

En route the cortege paused in tribute at Rice’s Street. Canon Ryan, P.P., led the Service of Reception. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Jim’s life was offered by Fr. J. Harris, C.C. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the congregation by grand-daughters Kirsten and Siobhan who also both read the Prayers of the Faithful and presented the Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine at the Altar.

Throughout the Mass the beautiful singing of sacred hymns by Dungarvan Parish Choir directed by Lena Walsh greatly enhanced the Liturgy.

After Mass Jim was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery where Fr. Harris, C.C., imparted the graveside blessing and read the Rite of Committal. The pallbearers were Jimmy (son), Margaret (daughter), Ruri (grandson), Kirsten and Siobhan (grand-daughters), Pat and David Hehir (nephews).

We express our sincere sympathy to Jim’s wife Bernie; son Jimmy; daughter Margaret; grandchildren Kirsten, Ruri, Siobhán and Roisín; great-grand-daughter Deniz; nephews Pat and David Hehir; niece Anne Healy; sisters-in-law Bridget and Mary; other relatives and friends.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 13th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Wisdom 1:13-15,2:23-24 It was the devil’s envy that brought death into the world.

2 Corinthians 8:7,9,13-15 In giving relief to others, balance what happens to be your surplus now against their present need.

Mark 5:21-43 or 5:21-24.35-43 Little girl, I tell you to get up.

We remember in prayer the young people who died in Berkeley. May the Lord comfort and console their families, friends and everyone touched by the tragedy.

Details of the work to be done on stained glass windows are posted in the side porch of the church and are also included in last weekend’s newsletter. Donations towards the cost of the conservation work can be made in the church or at the Parish Office.

Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament here in St. Mary’s every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10.00 a.m. – 4.30 p.m. You are encouraged to drop in at any time during those days for a few moments of silent prayer.

OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP - 27TH JUNE 2015 The Redemptorists are preparing to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the restoration of the Icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help to public devotion as a year of jubilee. On her

feast day, June 27th, 2015, a year-long celebration will be inaugurated to commemorate the event. The icon of Perpetual Help is probably one of the best known images of Mary.

Devotion to her – especially through novenas – in cathedrals and basilicas, rural churches and chapels, and even on television, radio and the internet, ensures that it is spread around the world.

PETER’S PENCE COLLECTION NEXT WEEKEND Peter’s Pence, the annual collection for the Pope and the Various Needs of the Diocese is taken up next weekend, June 27th/28th as a second collection after Holy Communion at all Masses. Envelopes for the collection are available in the church and in the porches and the yellow and white envelope for the ‘Pope and Diocesan Purposes’ in the weekly box of envelopes.

PARISH OFFICE Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times.

Phone 42374.

Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136.

Emergency Phone No:To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282 St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087 774 7870.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up …

Benefits of the 3 year Superlevy scheme must be available to farmers without further delay – O’Leary

IFA President Eddie Downey has welcomed Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald’s commitment to look more closely at the proposal to provide greater certainty to the legal status of pre-nuptial agreements. Pictured: IFA General Secretary, Pat Smith; Minister Frances Fitzgerald; IFA President Eddie Downey; IFA Farm Business Chairman, Tom Doyle; and, IFA Chief Economist, Rowena Dwyer.

Commitment to look at legal status of pre-nuptial agreements welcomed – Downey SPEAKING after a meeting with the Minister for Justice Frances Fitzgerald, IFA President Eddie Downey said he welcomed the Minister’s commitment to look more closely at the proposal to provide greater certainty to the legal status of pre-nuptial agreements.

Mr Downey said, “The uncertainty surrounding the legal recognition of pre-nuptial agreements, in the event of marriage breakdown, is a real issue which is impacting negatively on the timely lifetime transfer of the family farm”.

He said, “IFA is supportive of measures that can remove barriers to family farm transfer, and I emphasised to the

Minister that allaying the fears of parents would be an important supporting mechanism to facilitate the orderly transfer of the family farm. This is in line with other key policy measures required to address issues such as income security.

This includes IFA’s priority taxation proposal for this year’s budget, which would provide an incentive, through the taxation system for parents and children to farm in partnership together, prior to the lifetime transfer of the family farm”.

He continued, “IFA is clear that pre-nuptial agreements are a matter for individual families, but believes

that the main recommendations of the Study Group on Pre-nuptial agreements (2007) should be implemented by the Government as part of its reform programme for family law.This would require the courts to have regard to existing pre-nuptial agreements when making judgments in judicial separation and divorce proceedings”.

Eddie Downey also raised the issue of rural security and the need for an increased mobile Garda presence in rural Ireland. He said IFA is working closely with Garda Siochana in developing services to assist in the fight against rural theft and crime.

Coveney introduces Superlevy instalment scheme MINISTER for Agriculture Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD announced the introduction of a new instalment scheme for dairy farmers, to facilitate staggered payments of the 2015 superlevy bill over the next three years.

Minister Coveney said ‘I am delighted to announce the introduction of this Scheme today. It will significantly ease the cash flow burden on dairy farmers facing a superlevy bill in

2015. I have secured the agreement of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform to pay the full amount of the levy in 2015, on the understanding that the monies will be recouped in instalments from applicants in 2015, 2016 and 2017. I am satisfied that this approach will be of significant benefit to all dairy farmers facing a levy in 2015, including those considering expansion.”

The scheme will ease the

cash flow burden on dairy farmers, who would otherwise have to pay the entire bill in 2015. It follows the introduction by the European Commission of legislation to allow for such payments to be spread in three annual instalments, without interest.

Milk producers who wish to avail of the scheme will be obliged to pay the first one third of the liability to the Department before 1 October, 2015. The two remaining instalments must

be paid by the same date in 2016 and 2017 respectively.

Milk producers will apply, through their milk purchaser, to participate in this Scheme. Application forms and terms and conditions are being distributed to milk purchasers, who will deduct the payment due from the milk payments to farmers in the peak milk production months of May-September each year. The deadline for farmer applications is 30th June, 2015.

IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has welcomed the announcement that, as stipulated by IFA, the 3-year Superlevy repayment scheme would not exclude farmers with smaller superlevy bills, and would allow farmers to move to a new milk purchaser without the full bill becoming immediately due, provided a new agreement under this scheme is established with the Department and the new milk purchaser.

“It is regrettable that the long delay in setting up the scheme, announced over two months ago by EU Commissioner Phil Hogan, means it will not come in time for the May milk cheque. However, co-ops can help with this, and it is important that they would suspend Superlevy collections until their suppliers have decided whether or not to use the scheme, especially when 1/3 or more of their superlevy liability has already been collected,” Mr O’Leary said.

“I want to stress that, at IFA’s request, the scheme will be available to farmers who decide to move to a new milk purchaser, provided they enter into a new agreement under this scheme with the Department and the said new purchaser.

This means that there can be no justification for a co-op to seek to use the scheme to sway a farmer’s decision to leave or stay with them,” he said.

Mr O’Leary urged the Department to make the required documentation available to the farmers who wish to use the scheme urgently, to facilitate orderly decision making by co-ops and farmers with regards to levy collection this year and the next two years.

Working group for Beef genomics has to start its work immediately IFA President Eddie Downey has called on the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to establish the Working Group for the Beef Data and Genomics Programme (BDGP) without delay, to allow it address the technical and operational concerns of farmers with the scheme.

Eddie Downey said last week’s meeting of the IFA Executive Council was strongly critical that the key issues that have been raised at IFA meetings around the country have not been addressed. He said waiting for a mid-term review is not an option as there is an urgency around the concerns that have to be resolved if the Programme is to work for farmers.

Mr Downey said, “Nearly 29,000 farmers have signed up to participate in the Programme, but there remains a great deal of uncertainty among many of them about the BDGP and how it will work for them.The Minister cannot allow these doubts to remain if the maximum numbers are to take it up. The responsibility lies with him and his Department to make the Programme attractive for suck-

ler farmers”.Eddie Downey said the Working Group will have to include all views to ensure any changes reflect fully the issues that have been raised.

The IFA President said the problems with the six-year rule and clawbacks, the reference year and the star rating have put farmers off the Programme. “There is little point in attempting to open up the BDGP if the Minister does not recognise the genuine difficulties that suckler farmers have. Rather than push this out to a mid-term review, we need to see movement now.”

IFA congratulated new Glanbia chairman and vice-chairman IFA President Eddie Downey has (Friday) warmly congratulated Henry Corbally on his election to the Chair of Glanbia Plc, as well as Glanbia Co-op and GII. “I welcome Henry Corbally’s election to this very important position in the Irish dairy sector. In the context of the opportunities and challenges that are facing the sector, his is a very influential and responsible appointment.” Mr Downey said.

Mr Downey also complimented new Vice-Chairman Pat Murphy, also elected.

Joining in the congratulations, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary said: “I look forward to working with both men in the challenging and exciting post-quota era. Glanbia is our largest milk purchaser, and has broad relevance for all dairy farmers in Ireland. I have no doubt that Henry will provide strong leadership in Glanbia, and I look forward to meeting him very soon”.

IFA President Eddie Downey concluded that IFA would seek to meet with the newly elected Glanbia Chairman and Vice Chairman at the earliest opportunity.

IFA calls for Beef Forum meeting IFA Livestock Chairman, Henry Burns has called on the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney to immediately convene a meeting of the Beef Forum to access progress on implementation and to take stock of the recent developments in the beef sector.

Henry Burns said the last Beef Forum was in February and it is now time Minister Coveney called another meeting to progress issues.

Cattle trade this week: Henry Burns has said the cattle trade has remained very solid this week (18/6/15) with factories very anxious for extremely tight supplies. He said the base price for steers has increased with €4.30/kg being paid and the base price for heifers has moved up to €4.40/kg.

He said the general run of prices was a base of €4.25/4.30 for steers and €4.35/4.40 for heifers. He said young bulls are making from €4.10/4.15 for Os, €4.25/4.30 for Rs and €4.35+ for Us. Cow are also in very strong demand with prices are ranging from €3.70 to €4.15/kg.

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Ireland international rugby star and farmer Seán O’Brien becomes a Champion for Change Ireland rugby star Sean O'Brien (and FBD's Kathryn Speedie)– Ireland rugby star and farmer Seán O’Brien has urged farmers everywhere to stay vigilant and safe in a determined effort to tackle farm fatalities, injuries and accidents. O’Brien was speaking as he joined the FBD Champions for Change programme – a major national farm safety initiative. The programme is targeting an immediate reduction in farm related deaths where 30 people including 5 children died in the farming sector last year, accounting for over half of all workplace fatalities in Ireland, see www.championsforchange.ie

Amazing grazing!

Why is grass-fed Irish food so unique?

Dr.Vanessa Woods, Agri Aware WITH a greater focus on healthy eating and food provenance for a growing world population, to reach nine billion people by 2050, food awareness and education, right back to the farm, is of increasing interest and importance to the consumer.

We hear a lot about the benefits of grass-fed produce in Ireland. We also hear about how the food that comes from grass-fed animals has a unique flavour, colour and taste and why it allows Irish produce to be in huge demand across the globe.

However, does the consumer really know what it is about grass-fed produce that is so special and unique?

Some 80% of Ireland is covered in grass and our cattle graze this grass for up to 300 days each year.

It is only during the colder winter period, when the grass stops growing, that our animals are housed.

When they are housed, the main feed offered is grass silage, with some meal. As such, the food that comes from Irish cattle and sheep is said to be predominantly produced from grass.

In some countries, animals can spend a lot of their time in intensive feedlots. In Ireland, our animals graze the lush green pastures for the majority of their life. This is their natural environment where they express their natural behaviour, which is of paramount importance to both farmers who produce the food and consumers who eat it.This is what makes grass-fed Irish food so unique.

Indeed, the important attributes of grass-fed produce do not stop there, because grass is naturally rich in a number of healthy nutrients.

We all know that omega-3 fatty acids are healthy and we often purchase supplements or food that is fortified with omega-3 for this reason, often at a significant premium, but what about omega-3 fatty acids and CLA-Conjugated Linoleic Acid, from grass-fed produce? Conjugated Linoleic Acid or CLA, is known as an essential fatty acid that is found in ruminant (beef, cow and sheep) products, such as meat and milk. It is referred to as ‘essential’, because we have to get

these fatty acids from our food, as our bodies cannot manufacture them.

If we compare grass-fed meat for example, to grain-fed meat, research shows that grass-fed meat has higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and CLA. Meat contains a mixture of fatty acids in the fat, and many of these are considered healthy fats. As such, eating grass-fed produce can make a contribution to our requirement for these ‘essential’ fatty acids.

Furthermore, grass-fed produce is also rich in beta-carotene, which is a precursor to Vitamin A.Vitamin A is required for growth and development in humans, the maintenance of our immune system and good vision. Grass-fed meat and butter has a unique colour, flavour and appearance due to betacarotene coming from the grass.

This is why Irish butter, such as the famous Kerrygold, has a yellow colour, compared to a more white coloured butter that you might find in other countries, where the cows are not pasture-fed.

Another important nutrient that

we all need in our diet is Vitamin E, which is an antioxidant. Research has shown that grass-fed animals have higher levels of Vitamin E compared to grain-fed animals.

The next time you eat Irish butter, admire the colour and flavour and know why it has this unique colour and taste.When you next eat grass-fed Irish meat or dairy, you will know why we are so fortunate to have this unique product on our doorstep, because our grass-fed produce is natural and special and this is why it is in demand all over the world.

Professor Paddy Wall, Professor of Public Health in UCD, stresses that our health is our most valuable asset. He says “a healthy diet is essential, yet some people can sometimes give little thought to what they eat. An investment in your health is an investment in your future. We regularly talk about the ‘green image of Ireland’, but it is not an image, it is a reality that we have ‘forty shades of green’ and our grass produced meat and dairy products are special”.

Bord Bia launches Discover Farmhouse Cheese Farm Visits in Waterford!

Ballyneety, Knockanore, Co. Waterford on June 25th THROUGHOUT the Summer, as part of the Discover Farmhouse Cheese programme, farmhouse cheesemakers will be opening their doors and gates to the Irish public. All farm visits are free to attend but you must book your place online.The latest farm visits will take place in Ballyneety, Knockanore, Co. Waterford on June 25th from 11.00 am to 1.00 pm.

Eamonn Lonergan is pleased to welcome you to his farm in Knockanore where they produce award winning unpasteurised cow’s milk cheddar cheese from their own pedigree

Friesian herd. People are invited to visit Knockanore and experience first-hand, the story of their farmhouse cheese – the milk and dairy herds, the small batches and commitment to taste, the quality and dedication to making some of the finest artisan products.

The Discover Farmhouse Cheese programme is an EU co-funded campaign organised by Bord Bia, which is a celebration of farmhouse cheese in Ireland. The campaign aims to share some of the amazing stories and people behind farmhouse cheese – why and how they do what

they do.

Cheesemakers from across Ireland will open their doors and farm gates to the Irish public from April to October. Discover Farmhouse Cheese is encouraging people to visit one of the farms and experience first-hand, the story of farmhouse cheese – the milk and dairy herds, the small batches and commitment to taste and quality, and the cheesemaker’s dedication to making some of the finest artisan products.

Farmhouse cheeses have a wide variety of styles to choose from with some

taking years to reach perfect maturity. A distinctive feature of farmhouse cheese produced in Ireland is that all farmhouse cheeses created here are unique to each producer - a characteristic which is markedly different to the Continent where many farms and dairies produce the same cheese under strict guidelines to ensure consistent standards (e.g. Camembert).

Speaking of the relaunch of the Discover Farmhouse Cheese - Free Farm Visits, Eimear O'Donnell, Consumer Dairy Sector Manager, Bord Bia said: “The cheese

revolution in Ireland has been steady and it has succeeded for a very simple reason - the 50 farmhouse cheesemakers throughout the country who make the cheeses do so on their own farms, so the cheese speaks of their land, their milk, their labour, their passion.

We would encourage people to go out and sample as many as they can, so they can find new ones to love - and what better way to do that, than to meet the producers and to try the product first hand!" For more information on locations and events, please visit: www.DiscoverFarmhouseCheese.ie

MINISTER MUST FACE UP TO DEALING WITH ‘FORGOTTEN FARMERS’ ICSA president Patrick Kent, speaking after the association attended the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine said the Minister and his department must face up to dealing with the ‘forgotten farmers’.

“While we acknowledge the progress that has been made in the case of the ‘old’ young farmers, there is still a cohort of farmers who commenced their farming activity too late to benefit from the 2000-2002 reference period, but are now considered to be too long farming to get a fair opportunity under the new Basic Payment Scheme,” said Mr. Kent.

“ICSA maintains that the farmers in this category must be brought up to the national average payment per hectare which, with the greening top-up, is about €250/ha - a very modest demand for hard working young farmers.”

“We cannot complain about the age structure of the industry if we allow a hard core of younger farmers to be left behind,” continued Mr. Kent. “We want to emphasise that ICSA has met with many farmers in this category and in all cases, one can only be impressed with the hard work, the courage and the determination shown to make a go of farming.”

“ICSA believes that this issue must be re-visited if we are serious about supporting the future of agriculture and encouraging those who have worked hard to succeed in farming with very little EU or national support to date.”

READER’S QUERIES Question: I was registering the last batch of calves lately. Whether it was my handwriting or what, I don’t know but two of the cards came back with the wrong breed printed on them. Can this be rectified and if so how does one go about it? Can you please advise?

Answer: A common enough mistake and nothing to be too worried about. You can contact the DAFM, DVO and they will send you out a form ER94(b). Complete this, giving the reason for the amendment and return the form to the DVO. They will organise the issue of replacement cards to you.

I trust this will clear things up for you.

Tip of the Week: With the school holidays fast approaching – make safety a priority on your farm.

Think Safety – Farm Safely.

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Teagasc News . . .

LUNG WORM (HOOSE) THE FACTS This is the time of year when hoose can have a significant impact on animal health. The following information is provided by Animal Health Ireland. More details can be found on their website www.animalhealthireland.ie.

Lungworm infection is one of the most important respiratory diseases of cattle in northern Europe.

It is caused by lungworm (Dictyocaulus viviparous) which is a roundworm (nematode) parasite similar to gut worms. However, it completes its life cycle in the lungs rather than in the gastrointestinal tract. The clinical signs of infection include coughing and difficulty in breathing (especially when animals are being moved). The disease is described as a ‘parasitic bronchitis’ and is commonly known as hoose or husk and can result in death where serious infections occurs. As deaths from hoose can occur with very little warning and at variable times of the year, it is essential that farmers consult their own veterinary practitioner when drawing up their parasite control programmes.

When lungworm larvae on pasture are ingested, they pierce the intestinal wall and move through the lymphatic system and blood stream to the lungs. In the lungs they move to the larger airways as they grow and mature.

Within 24 – 28 days of ingestion, eggs are laid by adult females in the large airways, coughed up and are then swallowed by the host animal. During the passage through the intestine, the eggs hatch and the immature larvae are excreted in the dung.

The rate of development of the free-living stages depends on the prevailing environmental conditions and if the weather is warm (approx. 200C) and humid, infective larvae may be available on pasture within seven days of being passed in the faeces. Larvae may be dispersed from the dung pad by a fungus or by the splashing effects of rain. This means that pastures can become contaminated with infective larvae very quickly.

What are the signs that hoose may be in your herd?

• Mildly affected animals will have and intermittent cough especially after exercise.

• Moderately affected animals will cough frequently at rest and have an increased respiratory rate.

• Severely affected animals will have difficulty breathing and may adopt a mouth-breathing stance with the head and neck out-stretched, mouth open and the tongue protruding.

• Adult cows may also have a severe drop in milk yield.

This can be observed before respiratory distress is seen.

• Affected cattle have an increased susceptibility to other respiratory pathogens. Viral and/or bacterial pneumonia is a common secondary complication of lungworm infections.

Clinical disease usually results when dairy or beef cattle with poor immunity, typically first grazing season (FGS) calves, ingest larvae from pasture. Animals can acquire a dangerous level of infection even after only one day of grazing a contaminated pasture.

Prevention and Control: An assessment of the pastures on a farm can be carried out to estimate the level of larval contamination and potential for future disease outbreaks (Table 2). However, the unpredictable nature of the disease, the rapid development of larvae in faeces and the efficient dispersal to the sward make lungworm control through various grassland management practices challenging. Even with the adoption of grazing practices as outlined below, farmers need to remain vigilant for any clinical signs.

Recommended grazing strategies include: 1.The ideal option is to turn first grazing season calves out onto pasture on which there were no cattle the previous year.

2. If the previous option is not available, then calves can be turned out onto pasture grazed by adult cattle the

previous year.

3. Calves should be kept housed until they can be turned out onto pasture as one group.

4. If calf turnout is staggered, then the later calves should be turned out as one group onto another low risk pasture.

Current grazing patterns on Irish farms may not allow optimum grazing practices for the implementation of lungworm control but where possible every effort should be made to implement these practices. As a minimum, it is recommended that calves are turned out onto different pasture each year. In conjunction with recommended grazing practices calves must be monitored closely and treated as necessary. If calves have not been exposed to lungworm in the first year, they may be at increased risk of lungworm infection in subsequent years even on ‘low risk’ pastures. Constant monitoring for coughing animals is important on all farms even with good grazing manTime Spring

Mid-Summer

Gary Norris (Glendalligan) with his Champion Shearling Scottish Blackface Ram & Reserve Overall Show Champion at Cork Summer Show (June 21st, 2015). Judge: Robert W. Dick (Ballymena).

Risk Assessment of Pastures High risk pastures Grazed by first grazing season calves in the previous year.

Grazed by lungwor m-infected cattle in the previous year.

Grazed by first grazing season calves in the spring

Medium risk pastures Grazed only by cows or yearling cattle in the previous year.

Low risk pastures New pasture Grazed by sheep or used for hay or silage only in the previous year.

Grazed by cows Grazed by sheep and yearling cat- or after grass (used only for tle silage or hay in the first half of the season)

agement.

Treatment: Anthelmintics are used in two situations.

1. Therapeutically in the face of an outbreak.

2. Strategically in conjunction with a pasture management programme Discuss with your veterinary practitioner which treatment and grazing management strategy is most suited to your farm animals.

The three major groups of anthelmintics are all effective against lungworm. The choice of treatment is based on criteria such as previous experience, ease of administration, speed of action and persistency. The last is important if the animals remain on pasture and therefore will be vulnerable to re-infection. Dosing can be minimised with a concentrated effort on grazing management and careful stockmanship. This will enable the development of immunity to lungworms.

IMPORTANT EVENT Teagasc Dairy Open Day at Teagasc Moorepark: Teagasc Moorepark'15 is the major dairy event in the agricultural calendar for 2015 and Teagasc extend their welcome to all dairy farmers and dairy industry stakeholders to attend the event on Wednesday, 1st July, 10.00 am – 5.00 pm at Teagasc, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork.

The recent removal of EU milk quotas provides a long-term opportunity for the Irish dairy industry to increase milk production and Teagasc Moorepark'15 will focus on the technologies that will help farmers to grow more sustainable farm businesses, overcome the challenges of milk price volatility and provide an adequate reward to their farm families.

Additionally, these technologies will ensure that milk production systems will continue to meet the highest international standards of food safety and quality, be animal welfare friendly and environmentally sustainable.

Teagasc Moorepark’15 is an ideal opportunity to see at first-hand the results of the comprehensive research programme at Moorepark and to meet Teagasc research and advisory staff. Admission is free and all are welcome.

The Champion Scotch Blackface and also Interbreed champion at Cork Summer Show (l. to r.): Pa Whyte, Robert W. Dick, Ballymena (Judge) and Pat Whyte (owner).

Minister announces refund of €27m to farmers THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney TD, announced the reimbursement of €27m to farmers which was deducted from their 2013 Single Payment Scheme (SPS) payments under the so called Financial Discipline rule.

Minister Coveney said ‘I am very pleased to confirm that the Financial Discipline deduction will be reimbursed to 2014 applicants.’

The Minister continued ‘the re-imbursement amounts to €27 million or 2.74% of the amounts subjected to Financial Discipline deductions from their 2013 SPS payment’.

IFA calls on Minister to set up review Group on beef data IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns has said the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney needs to immediately set up the review group to examine the issues and farmer concerns under the Beef Data and Genomics Scheme. He said Minister Coveney has made a clear commitment to this review group and he must ensure it

commences its work immediately.

Henry Burns said farmers have applied to this important scheme in good faith and are expecting that the issues they have raised will be dealt with under the arrangements set up by the Minister and the Department of Agriculture, so as to make the scheme more workable for

farmers.

The IFA livestock leader said the Department of Agriculture, ICBF and Teagasc need to undertake a nationwide series of meetings to communicate the details of the scheme to farmers and explain the issues and concerns that have arisen as well as the requirements under the scheme.

Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 22/6/2015 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day Kg Meal Kg/cow/day Average Farm Cover Cover per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 25.8 3.84 3.74 1.95 0 442 150 1300 52 65

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 25.2 4.45 3.79 2.07 0 539 150 1300 61 40

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford

Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny

• Calves grazing reseeds this week.

• 8 weeks of AI finished now, stock bull with cows.

• Taking out another paddock this week for bales.

• Rain needed badly as growth is slowing down.

Some paddocks taken back to increase cover per cow.

• Cows to be scanned on Tuesday.

• Going to vaccinate for IBR as cows are being scanned.

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Macra na Feirme and Calor launch the 2015 ‘Know your Neighbour Weekend’ Campaign

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Lot 1 - Residence, Outbuildings standing on 4.5 acres.

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• The Auctioneers recommend viewing of this holding which is well presented and fenced.

• The property has its own independent water supply and good road frontage.

• Opportunity to acquire a substantial holding within easy reach of Dungarvan Town.

• Solicitors: M/s E.A. Ryan, Dungarvan.

• Maps and further details from Agents.

Research reveals rural communities want greater focus on job creation – 71% OF people living in rural Ireland feel that stronger Government policies are needed to promote job growth in rural communities, according to research published to launch of the Macra na Feirme, ‘Know Your Neighbour Weekend’ Campaign, which is supported by Calor.

Presented with 20 issues, such as unemployment, access to medical services, road quality, security and antisocial behaviour, unemployment was one of the issues of biggest concern, with 18 per cent of those surveyed, saying unemployment is the biggest issue facing communities at present.

Examined regionally; 16 per cent of Dubliners cite unemployment as an issue of concern, rising to 20 per cent for rest of Leinster, 21 per cent for people living in Connaught/Ulster and 18 per cent in Munster.

However, security and antisocial behaviour is also a significant issue for those living in Dublin – with 25 per cent – one in four - saying these issues are of concern to them.

Access to certain services is also an issue concerning rural communities, with 35 per cent of rural dwellers reporting that they have difficulty accessing broadband services, while only 5 per cent of urban dwellers cite this as an issue. Access to public transport (54 per cent) and hospitals (51 per cent) are also major issues in rural Ireland, with over half of those surveyed indicating difficulty.

Commenting on the research, Macra National President, Seán Finan said; “We know that there is an economic recovery under-

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Our concern is that the recovery to date seems very urban focussed and it is not impacting on rural communities, this is borne out by our research.”

“Those living in isolated parts of the country with limited access to services rely on their closest neighbours for support, security and friendship. The aim of ‘Know Your Neighbour Weekend’ is to provide an opportunity during the Summer, to get to know these neighbours and establish a strong support net-

Dungarvan Mart Monday 22nd JUNE, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES COWS 1 Lim. 715 kgs. made €1,470.

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1 Fr. 530 kgs. made €1,060.

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HEIFER SECTION 6 Lim 460 kgs. made €1,125 each.

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work. I am encouraging every community, rural or urban, to get involved.”

Other infrastructural issues of concern in rural Ireland include; the quality of roads (13 per cent) and access to hospitals and medical services (10 per cent).

The research also demonstrates that keeping in contact with elderly neighbours, with 72 per cent saying it is very important to them, and 49 per cent of those surveyed suggesting they would like if there were more community events in their area.

Knowing your neighbour on a personal level is also important to 58 per cent of those surveyed. However, there is a clear urban/rural

divide here. 63 per cent of rural dwellers feel it is important for them to know their neighbour on a personal level, as opposed to, 55 per cent of urban residents.

Speaking about the launch of the new partnership, Liam Silke, Finance Director, Calor said: “At Calor we understand the challenges faced by rural communities.

We operate in rural Ireland where we support homeowners, rural enterprises and larger industries by providing a cleaner, efficient fuel source for communities who cannot avail of natural gas.

Our research confirms that rural communities

require greater access to the infrastructure that will allow them to thrive and to create further employment and we are delighted to partner with Macra na Feirme and to support this campaign.”

Macra na Feirme is calling on communities nationwide to host a local event this summer to encourage neighbours to get to know each other better.

Any group or individual planning an event should register for an organiser’s pack at www.knowyourneighbour.ie The organisers pack will include helpful ideas, posters, t-shirts and balloons to help make the event successful.

AHI focus should be on commitments to farmers in existing programmes REJECTING a call from Animal Health Ireland (AHI) for extra financial resources from farmers, IFA Animal Health Chairman Bert Stewart said the priority of AHI should be to focus their existing resources towards delivery on their commitments to farmers under existing programmes.

Bert Stewart said AHI has a job of work to do to reassure farmers that their promises of BVD eradication would be achieved within the timeframes and costs set out.

He said more Government resources are definitely required for the TB Eradication programme as IFA has quantified the significant losses for those farmers impacted by the scourge of TB.

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Terminator: Genisys Opening 2nd July THE war against the machines continues in the year 2029. John Connor, the leader of the resistance, sends his loyal lieutenant, Kyle Reese, back to 1984 to save his mother from being killed by a Terminator that has been programmed to destroy her, preventing John from ever being born.

Despite successfully travelling back through time, Reese discovers that life in the past is not what they expected...

As the war rages on, John’s fears of an unknown future for the world become known when he gets word from undercover TECOM spies that Skynet has hatched a new plan. The ploy aims to attack John in both the future and the

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past, in order to permanently change the face of the warfare.

Meanwhile, Reese must work together with John’s mother and an aging Terminator in the past, to do whatever they can from preventing “Judgement Day” from ever happening.

Alan Taylor (Thor: The Dark World) helms the next instalment of the apocalyptic sci-fi franchise that stars Jason Clarke (Dawn of the Planet of the Apes) as John Connor, Jai Courtney (Divergent) as Kyle Reese, and Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones) as Sarah Connor, as well as the man himself, Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Magic Mike XXL Opening 3rd July

June 28 July 4 Aries March 20th April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

Gemini ACROSS 1 Horatio _ , captain of the Black Pig pirate ship (7) 5 A small shoot (5) 8 A senior member of an Oxford or Cambridge college (3) 9 One of the ways in which heat is transferred (9) 10 Missiles used in shooting deer, hence the name (8) 11 French for God (4) 13 A sugar-coated seed or nut (6) 15 Anagram of ANTHER (6) 17 Reach a highest point or level (4) 18 See 23 21 Lose or cause to lose water (9) 22 An area for parking vehicles (3) 24 See 23 25 An official statement supplied to the press (7) DOWN 1 A large group of creatures such as seals or whales (3) 2 Word element meaning produced or produced by (5) 3 A type of word puzzle (8) 4 See 23 5 A medical examination using a particular diagnostic aid (4) 6 An American mountain or a European prince (7) 7 A person engaged in smuggling firearms (9) 10 Reverse one s course of action hastily (9) 12 In a rushed or disorderly fashion (4-4) 14 Labour politician Michael (7) 16 Cloth or yarn derived from the angora goat (6) 19 A triangular tract of sediment at the mouth of a river (5) 20 _ of Darkness, 2010 crime thriller film starring Mel Gibson (4) 23 24 4 18 The world s biggest single machine, located partly in France and partly in Switzerland (3,5,6,8) SOLUTION

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Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

EING stressed out at work will filter into your home life. Try not to put unrealistic demands on those close to you, it is not their fault work is going badly for you.

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THERS are not always what they seem to be, don t assume what you see is what you get keep your wits about you. However, not everyone has a hidden agenda so be tactful.

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OOD moods are on the increase with those closest to you. However, you don t seem to be so happy. Cheer up, the world is not going to end before a plan falls into place.

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ONEY matters and Cancer don t seem to mix this week as you seem to have spent more than is physically possible in the time you have spent it. Sit down and work your finances out.

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OMMUNICATION is essential this week, especially at work as misunderstandings could cause people to get the wrong idea about you.

Remember to express your ideas clearly.

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RIENDS may be distant this week but are you sure that you are not the one being aloof?

People cannot always fit in with your plans so either make plans together or make plans alone.

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T S summer and yet you are still in the same job and house that you were five summers ago, which makes you feel stuck in the mud. Decorate your home to give a sense of change.

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HIS week is the right time to take the opportunity to reflect on this year s achievements so far. This will give you a chance to make future plans to look forward to.

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AMILY should be your main focus this week, Sagittarius especially your elder relatives who have been November neglected due to your preoccupation with work.

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AST experiences may be preventing you from doing something you may want to consider doing. Try to overcome your worries by thinking rationally about why you should pursue the idea.

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PERFORMER, Magic Mike, was once at the top of his game in the world of male strippers, before bowing out of the game for a more normal life.Three years after he left, the remaining Kings of Tampa are also feeling the need to pursue different lifestyles.

But before they leave the stripping world behind them and go on with their lives, the Kings of Tampa want to go out in style, preparing themselves for one final big blow out performance. With Myrtle Beach set to be the location of their grand finale, the boys head out on the road, commandeering Mike and

other old friends to join them for their last big performance.

As old friendships are renewed, the guys also form new relationships along the way. Shaking out their old dance moves and developing some impressive new ones, the guys prepare for their show-stopping final performance before they exit the stripping world for good.

Channing Tatum reprises his role in the forthcoming sequel alongside an allstar cast including Elizabeth Banks, Jada Pinkett Smith, Adam Rodriguez and Donald Glover.

Munster Hurling Final 2015 Watch Waterford play Tipperary in the Munster Hurling Final in HD on the Big Screen On Sunday, 12th July, at 4.00 p.m.

WATERFORD have qualified for the Munster Hurling Final for the first time since 2012, having beaten Cork in a thriller at the hallowed turf of Semple Stadium in Thurles. Now, attention turns to the Final itself, to be held on Sunday, July 12th, where the boys in blue and white will seek to win a first Munster

crown since 2010 for the Deise County.

It’s sure to be a game to remember, and you can see it in style at SGC Dungarvan. We’ll be showing the match LIVE in its’ entirety with High Definition picture and sound.

See all your Waterford heroes, larger than life, only in SGC Dungarvan!

Royal Shakespeare Company:

The Merchant of Venice Wednesday, 22nd July, at 7.00 p.m.

BASSANIO is determined to win the heart of the alluring Portia of Belmont, and to assist him in doing so, his friend, the Venetian merchant Antonio, agrees to lend him three thousand ducats.

However, Antonio’s money is tied up in business - business that relies upon his sea vessels safely returning from sea.

Antonio is left with no other option but to borrow the funds from Shylock, a Jewish moneylender renowned for his high interest rates. Shylock obliges, on the one condition that he will remove a pound of Antonio’s flesh if the debt is not paid back by a specified date.

Before long, it transpires that Antonio’s

ships have gone missing at sea, rendering him unable to repay his debt. Shylock’s case for the removal of a pound of Antonio’s flesh is taken to court, in the presence of the Duke. Unbeknown to many, the young male lawyer representing Antonio is in fact Portia dressed up in disguise, while her Lady-in-Waiting, Nerissa, is masquerading as the clerk.

Following the success of her recent production of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island at the National Theatre, award-winning British Theatre Director Polly Findlay brings us this stunning performance of one of Shakespeare’s most notable works.

Across: 1 Pugwash, 5 Sprig, 8 Don, 9 Radiation, 10 Buckshot, 11 Dieu, 13 Comfit, 15 Tehran, 17 Peak, 18 , 21 Dehydrate, 22 Lot, 24 , 25 Release.

Down: 1 Pod, 2 Genic, 3 Acrostic, 4 , 5 Scan, 6 Rainier, 7 Gunrunner, 10 Backpedal, 12 Pell-mell, 14 Meacher, 16 Mohair, 19 Delta, 20 Edge, 23 24 4 18 The Large Hadron Collider.

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Sister Act The Musical ANYONE who has been at The St. Patrick’s Day Parade, the Festival of Food, has opened Facebook or has driven past the Friary College cannot but be aware of the buzz and energy that ‘Sister Act – The Musical brought to Dungarvan Town. This was the latest in a series of productions to emerge from our locality. The Superb local cast of Dungarvan and West Waterford Theatre Company raised the roof with this Ambitious show!

The cast showed the fruits of several months of hard work, a great deal of effort and a pool of talent deeper than Coumshingaun. This was under the

direction of a great leader, Vicki Graham, who instilled confidence and nurturing in her cast to fulfill the best Theatrical experience possible. The sheer dedication by all our wonderful Actors, Dancers, Singers, Actresses, and backstage Crew did not go unnoticed. We received great support from audiences who awarded us with Standing Ovations every night.

For newcomers to the stage this was an amazing new venture, ‘We felt empowered to go on stage, everyone’s natural abilities and talents were fostered to develop creative expression. We were honoured

to be part of this major production, to reach our potential, and to capture the imagination of our audiences’. As a result of this, Vicki Graham has introduced an Adult Acting and Musical theatre class every Monday at 7.30 p.m. in the Lovely Town Hall theatre. If you would like to join this, pop along on Mondays!!

This production saw a change of venue as ‘Sister Act’ moved to Duckspool to occupy the Assembly Hall of St. Augustine’s College which was revamped for the occasion. We were delighted to support a local school in this venture. A special thank you goes

to all the Businesses who supported and sponsored us throughout the few months.

The Park Hotel. The Weight Clinic. Crew’s Restaurant. Paul Foley Oils. Ray Kelly’s Wellbeing Centre. David Walsh Office Supplies. StarStruck Studios. Shabby To Chic Cottage. Seasons.

McDonald's. Solas na Mara. Karen Dempsey Photography. Radley Engineering. Denise Radley Auctioneers. McKenna Computers. Nude Food.

The Shamrock Restaurant. Ciara Conway. The Colour Store. Medusa Hair Salon. TFlag Ardmore.

Ruffles Boutique. Joe Coffey Blinds.

Vince Power announced as Ambassador for South East European Capital of Culture 2020 Bid MUSIC festival mogul Vince Power has come on board as a Bid Ambassador for the Three Sisters 2020 – the partnership of the cities and counties of Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny who are preparing a joint bid for the 2020 title of European Capital of Culture.

Having grown up in Kilmacthomas in County Waterford and moved to London aged 15 to build a music empire Vince opened the live venue, ‘The Mean Fiddler’ and has hosted acts such as Paul McCartney, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, The Pogues and Christy Moore at the venue over the years. Vince is hailed for transforming the landscape of the now ubiquitous festival circuit along with his interests in Spanish music landmark, Benicassim and running burgeoning nightspot, The KPH, in London's Ladbroke Grove.

Commenting on his love of the South East region and his support for the Three Sisters 2020 Bid, Vince says, “I am delighted to be supporting the Three Sisters 2020 Bid, I came on board because I’m a Waterford man and I would love to see us win the Bid. I think this region with the three counties has a lot to offer, I think Waterford is a beautiful City and it is an historic City that is underrated, Kilkenny is also a beautiful historic City and Wexford has a lot to offer in terms of its array of cultural events, so the three com-

Vince Power. bined have a huge amount to offer.”

Vince also spoke about his love for the regions landscape, “The Copper Coast is beautiful and largely untouched and of course Tramore Racecourse also inspires me particularly when I win and when we win the European Capital of Culture Bid it will be a huge focus on the area and offer a real kick-start to the economy and it can leave a real lasting legacy.”

Vince encourages everyone from and beyond the region to support the Three Sisters Bid, “Join me and do your ‘Bit for the Bid’ sign up to support the Bid at www.threesisters2020.ie” A successful Bid for this title needs to come from the people of the region; the winning of the title

would have a transformational impact on the cultural and creative life of the South East region.

Visit the website www.threesisters2020.ie to view the European Capital of Culture Bid video interview with Vince Power or to get involved and support the Bid. The ‘Three Sisters 2020’ can also be found on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube at ‘Three Sisters 2020’. The websites’ ‘Get Involved’ page allows everyone to submit his or her thoughts and ideas on what the European capital of Culture 2020 in the South East might look like.

The European Capital of Culture is designated by the European Union for a period of one calendar year during which the host city or region organises a series of cultural events with a strong European dimension.

The chosen city/region will be selected by a jury nominated by the European Commission and in these coming months the selection process will get underway.

The South East’s Bid name and website www.threesisters2020.ie draws on the three rivers of the three counties, The Barrow, The Nore and The Suir. It re-affirms the connection amongst the three South East counties and also sets the unique regional Bid apart from the other single city bids. #BitfortheBid #ThreeSisters

Marji Maxwell Director Nire Valley Voices and Fr. Bobby Power finalise details of the Mass on 5th July in RTE.

Marji Maxwell, Fr. Bobby Power, Nire Valley Voices members and parishioners of the Nire at the rehearsal for The Mass on July 5th.

Nire Valley Voices appear on RTE - 5th July, 2015 NIRE Valley Voices and the congregation of the Nire Parish will be hosting Mass on Sunday, July 5th, 2015 as part of the very popular 'Sunday Worship' Series on RTE Television. The Choir and some parishioners will be travelling to Dublin to record the show at the RTE studios.

The Mass will air on Sunday, 5th

July, 2015 at 11 am and will also be broadcast simultaneously on RTE Radio 1 Long Wave 252 and DAB. Viewers abroad can also enjoy the programme via the web on www.rte.ie/live.

Nire Valley Voices who are based in the Ballymacarbry Community Centre are very excited to be part of

this programme and viewers and listeners can look forward to a musical treat!

Musical Director Marji Maxwell has created some new and exciting arrangements for this broadcast.

Fr. Bobby Power is the celebrant for the Mass which promises to be an inspiring and uplifting occasion.

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The Swiss hero William Tell longs to liberate his people from the cruel Austrian occupation. When he helps a Swiss prisoner escape Austrian justice he comes to the attention of the governor Gesler - who sadistically forces Tell to shoot an apple off his son's head. As Tell is arrested his fellow revolutionaries, led by the young patriot Arnold and his Austrian lover Mathilde, gather forces to fight for Swiss liberty. Tell escapes in time to lead the victorious uprising.

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 William Tell Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 30th June. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Spanish, the sound of Summer THE sound of Spanish voices has been heard across Grattan Square and the streets of Dungarvan for several decades and already the first group of this year’s young visitors are half way through their stay here.

Dungarvan has always proven to be a haven of welcome for visitors and that fact is on record since the Gaybricks first came here from Tipperary more than a century ago to learn Irish or ‘to seek rejuvenation through the curative powers of Stokes’ Baths’.

The forty or so who form the present group are from Valencia and will linger in Dungarvan until 7th July. Hot on their heels the day after they leave will be the second cohort coming in from Valencia, every bit as eager to test the town’s reputation for hospitality and to enjoy the many benefits of being by the sea outside of the city environ-

ment.

The happy bunch together with their supervisors, Maria Arroyo and Noelia Fuertes, as well as local woman, Anita Barry came to visit Cllr. Damien Geoghegan at the Council Chamber of the Civic Offices last week. Damien is Chairman of the Dungarvan / Lismore Municipal Council and de facto, as close as we can get to a Mayor of Dungarvan these days.

As always, Cllr. Geoghegan had a warm word of welcome and was happy to step into a picture which the students will take home and treasure as a personal memento of their time spent here in the Summer of 2015.

“I am delighted to welcome you to our town,” said Cllr.

Geoghegan, “and I hope you have been enjoying yourselves in the reasonably good weather.

Our town and district have a great deal to offer the visitor

and, like your own country, it is steeped in history going back two thousand years. We have many attractive places to visit: our parks, the beaches, mountains, lakes and beautiful green countryside.

“I trust you will have a happy time here and take back only the warmest memories.”

Cllr.

Geoghegan then explained the significance of the town and county crests displayed in the Council Chamber, as well as recalling some historic moments for his interested young audience.

Organiser of the Summer School trip to Dungarvan, Maria Arroya thanked the Chairman for his warm welcome on behalf of the people of the town and district.

“The boys and girls love it here,” said Maria, who has been bringing students to Dungarvan for the last seven years, starting

Patrick’s Day for DVD within weeks MORE good news this week concerning Moe Dunford and the awardwinning film, ‘Patrick’s Day’ in which he stars so strongly and which has been the toast of the Film Festivals across Europe and the US. The film will be released on DVD and in the stores on July 6th. As well as the film itself, there will be some behind the scenes – scenes and also some deleted material included.

This one is a must for the archive, for not only is it a film which will last the test of time, it is the first big movie in which Moe stars. No need to explain in too much detail, the story of ‘Patrick’s Day’, which has been screened so successfully for Festivals and theatres is now well known to have its searing storyline based on mental health issues.

Director of Patrick’s Day, Terry McMahon, posted on Facebook last week: “Massive appreciation to all of you who helped in the decision making process – this is the official DVD cover they have picked. PATRICK'S DAY will be released in stores July 6th with a

truckload of DVD extras and can also be ordered region free online at: wildcarddistribution.com” As well as Moe, the critically acclaimed film stars Kerry Fox, Catherine Walker and Philip Jackson.

Suffice it to say that Moe, who was honoured with the Shooting Star Award at the Berlin International Film Festival earlier this year, plays a young man with mental health issues who becomes intimate with a flight attendant (Walker) who has her own demons to face and surmount.

On top of that, next month Irish Film London will bring ‘Patrick’s Day’ and also Aoife Kelleher's touching documentary ‘One Million Dubliners’, (screened some time ago on RTE) to London’s Tricycle Theatre on Saturday, 18th July, at 8.00 p.m., with the director, producer and some of the cast present for a Q&A session afterwards. Both those films, of course, are IFTA Award winners.

Moe, (here in Dungarvan we should also use his family name Maurice, as well as the name he has chosen for his

acting career) is presently rising at the crack of dawn to play his ever-growing role as Aethelwulf, the King’s son in ‘Vikings’ now shooting in County Wicklow. It is a demanding schedule, but Maurice manages his time off well and is often seen at weekends at events in the town and district.

As a questionable exercise in resting and restoring batteries, Moe and three companions took part in the Hell and Back challenge recently and came through in flying colours … if a little muddy.

Followers of Vikings have the two seasons now in production to look forward to and, for us here in Dungarvan the added glow of seeing one of our young local heroes revel in the big time on the small screen.

at a modest seven and reaching the heady heights of eighty in two cohorts this year.

“The land is so green,” she said, “it is so different to Spain in the summer.This is a whole new experience for our visitors and they find the townspeople very

warm and friendly as well. It is a good environment in which to learn a new language and the students will be sad when the time comes to return to Spain.

“They will take home happy memories of the town,” says Maria, “as well as of the families

with whom they have stayed and where they have been so happy.”

We might have crossed the longest day of the year, but as long as there are Spanish voices in the air, it will be summer in Dungarvan.

Pictured with Cllr. D Geoghegan, Chairman of Dungarvan / Lismore Municipal Authority, outside the Civic Offices last week with the first group of Spanish students here to learn and improve their English. Included are the Group Organisers / Supervisors: Maria Arroyo and Noelia Fuertes from Valencia and local woman, Anita Barry.

Midsummer comes and goes ANYONE watching those gorgeous sunsets over the last few night, just like the one at Barnawee Bridge which I photographed at the weekend, might have realised with some sadness that they represent the passing of the longest day of the year. Yes, the 21st June has come and gone and now, the evenings will begin to get shorter.

However, we will probably not notice until early August at which point we just might have had a good spell of weather.

Because we have had very little up to now in what we might well regard as the first half of our summer, but as Irish people, we live in hope! T’will be grand!

We are having about seventeen and a half hours of daylight at the moment, not that very many know about the first three or four, but most of us love that late evening for a walk along Clonea beach or stroll Helvick Pier, or even the Cycle Track which is so popular.

The Summer Solstice stretching over 21st, 22nd and 23rd June was a sacred time for the Druids of old and there were many prac-

tices associated with the brightest time of the year, when the sun is truly overhead (use factor 50 at least) and the daylight is at its longest.

There are still Druidic groups who follow these rituals, but as many of them involve rising about 4.00 a.m., it is not a practice which will be re-introduced easily to this country.

There were symbols for all of the seasons and Litha was the one used for the Summer Solstice. Shakespeare even immortalised it with his play: ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’.

So, let us hope for a couple of months of prolonged sunshine, with night-time rain just so that we will have the potatoes and veg for the rest of the year and the children

returning to school will be brown as berries.

The druidic symbol for The Summer Solstice.

Midsummer sunset at Barnawee Bridge.

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Late goals earns Tallow surprise win GROUP 1 Tallow ……………….. 3-17; Abbeyside …………...1-22.

MATCH favourites Abbeyside led this Group 1 Junior Hurling game at Bushy Park last Friday evening in the 50th minute by 1-19 to 0-12 and they looked to heading to a third convincing win in the championship thus far.

However, goals by Basher Henley in the 53rd minute, sub Dylan Mangan in the 55th minute and by Kevin Henley in the 63rd minute turned the match on its head and gained the Bridesiders a win in the most dramatic of circumstances .

Tallow did very well in the last round, just losing out to Junior proper team, Geraldines by 1-16 to 1-13 so there was a hint that Tallow are up to the standard in this grade. However, Abbeyside must be wondering how they

left this one behind as they lost a 0-10 advantage in thirteen minutes.

The first half was even enough at the end of which Abbeyside led by 0-10 to 0-9.

Mark Fives struck 0-4 (3f), Shane Crotty 0-3 and minor Eoin Kiely 0-2 and Jason O’Brien 0-1 for the Village while Tallow’s scores came from Stefan Tobin 0-4, John Paul Grey 0-2 (1f) and Joey Power and Brian Henley 0-1 each.

The sides were level on four occasions up to the 35th minute, the last time at 0-12 apiece before Abbeyside pulled away with a goal of the soft variety by Colm Kindregan and points from such as Eoin Kiely, Shane Crotty, Mark Fives and Eoin Enright. It looked like lights out for Tallow but the first two goals by Brian Henley and Dylan Mangan brought them

close to their opponents and a 61st minute John Paul Grey pointed free left just 0-2 between the teams before Kevin Henley became the winner’s hero with that last ditch goal to win the game.

Tallow: John Paul Grey; Michael Tobin, Jack Tobin, Stephen Pratt; Kieran Fraser, Thomas McGrath, William Hogan; Michael Curley, Stefan Tobin; Kevin Henley, Eric Hickey, Jake Neville; David Tobin, Brian Henley, Joey Power. Subs: Dylan Mangan, Cathal Geary, Alan Curley, Stuart Barry and Matthew Scheibelreiter.

Abbeyside: Laurence Power; Conor McCarthy, Diarmuid Henley, Mikey Coleman; Jack Duggan, Gavin Breen, Patrick Lynch; Colm Kindregan, David Ferncombe; Shane Crotty, Mark Fives, Eoin Enright; Jason O’Brien, Laurence Hurney, Eoin Kiely.

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Falconer on target for Kilgobinet Kilgobinet ……………1-13; Lismore ………………0-10.

LAST year’s Western Junior ‘B’ Champions, Kilgobinet were another club to upset the apple cart last weekend when they were surprise winners against Lismore in Bushy Park on Sunday morning. This was the club’s first win in this year’s hurling championship and it was won on foot of a good display against the wind in the first half and a dominant second moiety performance, winning it by 0-9 to 0-3. Johnny Falconer’s goal against the wind in the 9th minute was a key score and his three points

when the teams were level entering the final quarter, helped Kilgobinet pull clear of their opposition.

Lismore’s six points in the first half were divided evenly with three from play and three from placed balls and they were just 0-1 in arrears at 1-4 to 0-6 with Kilgobinet’s points coming from the hurleys of Tomas Fahey, 0-2f, Paul Walsh and John Fennell.

The wind was so strong in Bushy Park on Sunday that in both games played there, the sliotar went all the way over the line from puck-outs.

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gave Kilgobinet a good lead with 56 minutes played at 1-13 to 0-8 with Lismore having the final say on the scoreboard with a brace of late points. This win lifts Kilgobinet off the bottom of the table and they are replaced there by Lismore.

Kilgobinet: James Fennell; Jimmy Cullinane, J. J. Fitzgerald, Eoin Dunford; Mark Dunford, John Cass, John Moloney; Tomas Fahey, Paul Walsh; Johnny Murphy; Tommy Cullinane, Johnny Faulkner; Johnny Hallinan, Conor Kavanagh, John Fennell. Subs: Jimmy Cullinane, Fergus Power.

Lismore: John McGrath; Cathal Fitzgerald, Mark Landers, Anthony Whelan; Emmet Quann, Philip O’Keeffe, David Smith; Des Twomey, Ronan Landers; Daniel O’Keeffe, Liam Prendergast, Jack Houlihan; Oliver Lineen, Brendan Landers, Darragh Foley.

Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys).

BIG WIN FOR COLLIGAN IN MAY DÉISE DRAW – Club Chairman, Patsy Coffey presenting a cheque of €10,000 to Richie Kiely - May Winner of the Déise Draw which was held in Kill. Also included in photo: Gerry Quinlan (Club Secretary), Michael Wall and Kevin Casey (Committee Members).

Ballyduff Upper U-9's who won the Plate at the recent Mount Sion Blitz.

Ballyduff wins high scoring encounter GROUP 2 Ballyduff …………..… 4-18; Dungarvan …………... 3-18.

A BRACE of goals by Ballyduff’s full forward Martin Feeney inside the first two minutes of the second half were the defining scores in this competitive and entertaining Group 2 Junior ‘A’ Hurling game at a splendidly prepared Lismore venue last Saturday evening. The teams were level at the short whistle at 1-11 (B) to 2-8 (D) but the Blues were chasing the game for all of the second half after Feeney’s double strike.

This game featured some other outstanding individual performances from such as David Walsh for the winners who recorded 0-11 (5f), including four crucial white flags in the final five minutes of the game. Former Senior player, John Twomey was unmarkable i lar na pairce and he scored 0-4 and made many other scores.

Dungarvan’s Rian Crotty was another player to shine and he was the match’s highest scorer with 1-12 (1-6f) to his credit. Corner forwards Glen Power and Aidan

0-1; Tommy Feeney 0-1, Michael Drislane 1-0, William Keane; Colin Keane 1-0, Martin Feeney 2-1, David Walsh 0-11 (5f). Subs: Michael Ahearne, Tomas McDonagh.

Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Mark Power, Jack Morrissey, Sean Hyslop; Darragh Fitzgerald, Ger Cusack, David Houlihan; John Curran, John Havens 0-1; Eamonn Crotty 0-1, Jamie Hallahan 0-1, Denis Kirwan; Aidan Kirwan 1-0, Rian Crotty 1-11 (1-5f), Glen Power 1-0.

Subs: Jack Lacey, Glen Waters 0-1, Ian Sheehan 0-1, David Crotty 0-1, Michael Power.

Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Kirwan struck two fine goals for Dungarvan, who supplied nine scorers in total compared to seven for Ballyduff.

The winners led by 4-17 to 3-15 with 59 minutes on the clock as Dungarvan’s waste of scoring opportunities proved costly. The final score of the game, fittingly, came from the hurley of David Walsh, who was unerring throughout from play and from placed balls.

Ballyduff: Conor Sheehan; Bill Keane, Aidan Feeney, Conor Hannon; Maurice McNamara, Ger Feeney, Kenneth Geary; John Twomey 0-4, Eoin O Brien

Fourmilewater put it up to St. Mary’s St. Mary’s …………… 2-12; Fourmilewater ……… 1-12.

ST. Mary’s made it three wins from three but met their toughest test yet after two relatively comfortable wins prior to this encounter with Fourmilewater.

Fourmile’ led for much of the first half with Sean Ryan’s goal on 12 minutes giving them a 1-2 to 0-2 lead.

A long ball into the attack wasn’t dealt with and the bouncing sliotar fell right into the corner-forward’s path. He made no mistake in the oneon-one situation and calmly tucked the ball past the goalkeeper and into the net.

Points from J. P. Fitzgerald and James McGrath and excellent ground work by Dylan Guiry at centre-forward kept them ticking over and increased their lead to five

points, 1-5 to 0-3 at the quarter-hour mark. A quick-fire 1-2 from Mike Kearns quickly levelled the game on 25 minutes and the sides remained level at the break 1-6 apiece with James McGrath and J. J. Coffey swapping points.

Fourmile’ kept the pressure on in the second half with Dylan Guiry and James McGrath hitting points either side of a Mike Kearns free.

However, on 40 minutes the decisive strike arrived.

Fourmile’ coughed up possession poorly in their defence and Kevin Sheehan punished them by rattling the back of the net, 2-7 to 1-8.

Coffey and Sheehan quickly added points to build this lead to four and it seemed as if St. Marys would drive on from this and put the game to bed but Fourmilewater refused to

bow and kept St. Marys on their toes for the remaining 20 minutes with Dylan Guiry, James McGrath and Ciaran Walsh all hitting points to bring the gap to just three points on three occasions.

On 55 minutes Eoin Kearns nearly wrapped up the game when he rattled the crossbar with a goal-bound effort. However, Mike Kearns added the insurance point two minutes later to push the lead to four once again. Guiry struck late on with a point from play but Fourmile’ never looked like getting the goal they craved. James McGrath

finished Fourmilewater’s top scorer with four points from play while Mike Kearns hit 15 for St. Marys.

St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick; R. Gleeson, J. Queally, J. Ahearne; D. Tobin, D. Coffey, J. Power; D. Fitzpatrick, E. Kearns; J. Sheehan, D. Whelan, M. Kearns; K. Sheehan, J. J. Coffey, K. Barron. Sub: J. Carroll.

Fourmilewater: S. Ryan; C. Morrissey, S. McGrath, J. Walsh; O. O’Gorman, A. Condon, P. McCarthy; L. Cooney, J. McGrath; J. O’Gorman, D. Guiry, J. Mulcahy; S. Ryan, J. P. Fitzgerald, D. O’Gorman. Subs: C. Walsh, A. Gillman.

Referee: Martin Curran (Sean Phobail).

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Bord Gais Munster Under 21 Hurling Semi-final

Waterford coast to victory over Cork Waterford ……………1-21; Cork …………………..1-11.

THE ghosts of the recent past and in bygone years in the under 21 grade were emphatically laid to rest in Pairc Ui Rinn last Wednesday evening when Derek Lyons’ charges were all the way winners against a very subdued and disappointing Cork fifteen. Waterford contested the Munster Final in the Fraher Field in 2009 against Clare but since then it has been one disappointment after another in this age group. However, there was no disputing who were the best team in Pairc Ui Rinn in front of the announced attendance of 3,765 patrons, especially so in a second half that the Deise hurlers comfortably won by 1-12 to 1-5.

In truth, Waterford weren’t required to put the pedal to the metal here and Cork, who were a very young looking under 21 team, played into our hands in leaving Tadhg Bourke unmarked as a sweeper in defence and no better hurler to perform this role than the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg clubman.

De Burca had eleven possessions in the first eleven minutes and seventeen in total in the first moiety as Waterford gratefully accepted and made the most of Cork’s tactical error in this regard.

The sod on Pairc Ui Rinn was in a tip-top lively condition and match arrangements were excellent, bar the toilet facilities, which produced long queues during the game, and a better Summer’s evening one could not expect for the ancient game. Waterford started slow enough and points by midfielder Martin Brennan and Kevin O’Neill had the home team in front inside the first three minutes.

Ryan Donnelly placed Shane Bennett for the Deise’s opener and the TG4 Man of the Match went on to register a personal tally of a goal and four points. Cork’s best period in the game was the first quarter at the end of which they led by 0-5 to 0-3.

Mark O’Connor (f), Martin Brennan and Luke Meade all worked the scoreboard for the Rebels and the winners replied with a D. J. Foran score, assisted by Tom Devine and a pointed free by Patrick Currran after Foran was held back en route to goal. Waterford increased the tempo in the second quarter, resulting in six unanswered scores and claiming the lead for the first time in the 20th minute.

Patrick Curran unerringly pointed a ‘65’ in the 16th minute and Micheal Harney placed Ryan Donnelly for the equaliser at 0-5 a piece before Patrick Curran’s first pointed free established a permanent lead for the visitors. Curran (f) and Shane Bennett increased Waterford’s lead to 0-8 to 0-5 and with 21 minutes on the clock, the unmarked Tadhg De Burca had now played the ball sixteen times.

Mark O’Connor struck Cork’s first score in ten minutes in the 24th minute with a pointed free from a difficult angle and Fermoy’s David Geary was introduced four minutes before the break and he went on to score a brace of second half points. The final score of the first half was Patrick Curran’s fourth point from a placed ball as Waterford led by 0-9 to 0-6 playing well within themselves.

Two points within 50 seconds heralded the start of the second half via David Geary for the Rebels and Austin Gleeson’s sole point for the

winners. Throughout the game, the Mount Sion player was hitting holy mary shots at the posts, with quality forwards inside proving better options on these occasions.

There was just 33 minutes on the clock and Waterford had opened some serious daylight, leading by 0-13 to 0-7 and with ten minutes to go, it was a result defining 0-19 to 0-10.

The winners looked to have another gear throughout the second moiety and rarely did they go for the jugular, content instead to pick out players and shoot point after point. One rare occasion Waterford went in pursuit of a green flag was immediately following Newcestown’s Luke Meade’s one for the Rebels in the 56th minute and it was Man of the Match Shane Bennett who obliged with a kicked effort on the goal line surrounded by a posse of four Corkonians.

Waterford’s workrate increased in that second half and they never looked in danger against a home team that were content in trying to contain their visitors.

De La Salle’s Shane McNulty enjoyed a terrific second half, playing lots of the ball and he brought a great save out of Patrick Collins in the 42nd minute following a pass from the hard working Darragh Lyons.

McNulty also placed Patrick Curran for a reassuring 0-16 to 0-10 advantage at the start of the final quarter after Cork had surprisingly called their freetaker Mark O’Brien ashore. T. J. Foran also had a goal effort denied in the 55th minute and Billy Nolan, who was very competent between the posts and with his variety of puck outs, denied his opposite number Collins from a close-in free immediately afterwards.

Waterford's Tom Devine hand passes ahead of Cork's Mark O'Connor during the Munster U-21 Hurling Championship match in Pairc Ui Rinn.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Another positive from a Waterford point of view was the work rate of Stephen Bennett playing further out the field and he was running more freely after his injury concerns of last year than we have seen in a long time. He scored a trademark point and other second impressively taken white flags included one from younger brother Shane Bennett in the 48th minute and another from Patrick Curran six minutes later following warrior type work by Modeligo’s Tom Devine.

In fairness to Cork, their goal was well taken when corner forward Luke Meade slipped inside the Waterford defence in the 56th minute to slot home from close range, 0-20 to 1-11 but, as anticipated, Waterford went in chase of a reply and it arrived via Shane Bennett just one minute later, which shows the control the winners exerted on proceedings.

With the result a formality from early in the second half, run-outs were given to Michael Kearney and Cathal Curran by the 51st minute and to Brendan Phelan and Barry O’Sullivan late in the game while others such as Kieran Power, Jason Roche or Mark O’Brien would have benefitted from some game time before sterner tests ahead.

It was also a special day for the Bennett family in Ballysaggart and all three brothers Kieran, Stephen and Shane, in chronological order, once again broadcast their hurling pedigree to the GAA public in style.

From a Waterford point of view the game analysis was provided by Sports Code via Tomas O Cadhla, Michael ‘Cha’ Ryan, RTE camera man Mac Giollachuda ón Rinn and Pat Bennett. One of the more interesting stats provided included that the Cork full forward didn’t have any possessions in the second moiety and that, perhaps, tells us more than any other

Patrick Curran, Waterford, in action against Darren Browne, Cork. Bord Gáis Energy Munster GAA Hurling U-21 Championship, Quarter-Final, Cork v Waterford, Páirc Ui Rinn, Cork.

[Matt Browne / SPORTSFILE]

information, in a ‘’backs and forwards’’ type second half, the control Waterford exerted in this Munster Championship on a night that we won our first game in this grade against the Rebels in Cork territory.

Waterford’s Top Three: Shane Bennett, Patrick Curran, Kieran Bennett.

Cork’s Top Three: Martin Brennan, Luke Meade, Niall Cashman.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Bennett.

Number of Scorers: Waterford 7. Cork 6.

Scores from Play: Waterford 1-13 Cork 1-7.

Frees For: Waterford 7. Cork 11.

Wides: Waterford 14. Cork 6.

Score of the Match: Waterford’s 54th minute point, engineered by Tom Devine and scored by Patrick Curran.

Scorers – Waterford: Patrick Curran 0-12 (7f, 1’65’), Shane Bennett 1-4, D. J. Foran, Ryan Donnolly, Austin Gleeson, Stephen Bennett and Colin Dunford 0-1 each. Cork: Luke Meade 1-1, Martin Brennan 0-3, Mark O’Connor 0-3f, David Geary 0-2, Conor Twomey 0-1f, Kevin O’Neill 0-1.

Waterford: Billy Nolan; Conor Gleeson, Kieran Bennett, Shane McNulty; Micheal Harney, Tadhg De Burca, Tom Devine; Colin Dunford, Darragh Lyons; Austin Gleeson, Ryan Donnelly, Shane Bennett; D. J. Foran, Stephen Bennett, Patrick Curran. Subs: Mikey Kearney (43), Cathal Curran (51), Brendan Phelan (57), Barry O’Sullivan (59).

Cork: Patrick Collins; Darren

Browne, Alan Dennehy, Sean O’Donoghue; Dave Noonan, Conor Twomey, Niall Cashman; Richard Cahalane, Martin Brennan; Kevin O’Neill, Killian O’Connor, Darren Casey; Mark O’Connor, Anthony Spillane, Luke Meade. Subs: David Geary (26), Dayne Lee (40), Kieran Histon (51), Shane Hegarty (59).

Referee: Fergal Horgan (Tipperary).

Supporting Waterford against Cork in the Munster U-21 Hurling Championship were Liam and Mary Clancy from Stradbally.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford U-21 Management of Tony Browne, Donncha Enright, John Mullane, Paul Keane and Derek Lyons, Manager.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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All-Ireland Football 1A Qualifier

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Offaly advances in football qualifiers Offaly …………………1-20; Waterford ……………...1-7.

WATERFORD’S football championship year is over for another season following this comprehensive 0-13 defeat

by Offaly at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon. Even before a ball was kicked, this 1A qualifier was always going to be a difficult assignment for Tom McGlinchey’s men as the panel’s forces were depleted for a variety of reasons. Considering this, the team selected for duty entered the dressing room at half-time just 0-1 in arrears at 0-9 to 1-5 after enjoying their best spell in the game just before the break.

Overall though, Offaly were a superior force and their large following enjoyed their trip to the Deise County in the knowledge that for the vast majority of the game, they were certainties for the winner’s enclosure. Pat Flanagan’s charges were fast out of the blocks and by the 5th minute, they were 0-5 to 0-0 ahead thanks to scores from midfielder Graham Guilfoyle, wing back Joseph O’Connor, full forward Nigel Dunne (2) and wing forward Anton Sullivan.

Waterford were chasing shadows in the strong heat at the Shandon venue before Paul Whyte, operating at centre back, and our best player on the day, Dean Crowley combined to send Mark Ferncombe in for our opening score in the 8th minute. J. J. Hutchinson, who retired as early as the 24th minute, followed up immediately with the homesters second white flag before Offaly again took a grip on the

game.

Graham Guilfoyle blasted the size 5 over the bar with a goal on and Nigel Dunne and Peter Cunningham combined in the 22nd minute to threaten similarly as Waterford were again being over run. In between these two goal possibilities, corner forward Bernard Allen kicked a 24th minute point which left his team a deserving 0-8 to 0-2 in front.

Tom McGlinchey introduced Nire’s Darren Guiry in the 24th minute and his workrate helped enormously to bring the home side into the game.

Tommy Prendergast kicked the score of the match in the 26th minute and following a Waterford wide from a free, Dean Crowley and Darren Guiry combined to serve up the size 5 to corner forward Joey Veale. The Kilrossanty stalwart had little time to finish the move but he quickly and superbly dispatched the ball into the town end goal, 0-8 to 1-3 with 33 minutes on the clock.

Waterford were now enjoying their best period of the game and following a missed point opportunity, the Ballinacourty pairing of Mark Ferncombe and Patrick Hurney both dissected the posts as Offaly’s William Mulhall picked up a black card for a foul on Darren Guiry. The half time score read 0-9 to 1-5 in favour of the visitors but at the same time it gave the home support hope for the second moiety.

Playing with the strengthening breeze on the resumption, Offaly upped their intensity once more, resulting first

of all in picking up a pair of Yellow cards and then in working the scoreboard and kicking five of the next six scores. Their full forward Nigel Dunne was central to this, scoring 0-3 (2f) with midfielder Conor McNamee and substitute Eoin Carroll following up with white flags also.

Caig Guiry and Tadhg O hUallachain, both of whom enjoyed good outings, supplied Joey Veale for Waterford’s only score in the third quarter and, one felt, that if Veale had received a greater supply of the size 5, he would have increased his match tally of 1-1. The final quarter was a replica of the third with Offaly again in the driving seat all over the field.

Trailing by 0-14 to 1-6, a good home team move resulted in a 51st minute Liam Lawlor point, which ultimately was our final score of the game with twenty minutes left to play.

For the remainder, Nigel Dunne kicked 0-3 (2f), and centre back Johnny Moloney, wing forward Peter Cunningham and centre forward Graham Guilfoyle also got in on the scoring act, 0-20 to 1-7. The icing was put on the visitors’ cake in the 66th minute when Anton Sullivan’s long delivery went all the way into the town end goal.

Thus, ended a disappointing championship for the Deise with our early season form, resulting in the McGrath Cup victory now a distant memory. From the win over Cork in Clashmore just Dean Crowley, Tadhg O hUallachain, Tommy Prendergast, Michael O’Halloran, Liam Lawlor and

Joey Veale started on Saturday so obviously a lot of unwelcomed developments have occurred in the meantime. It will be back to the domestic scene after this and hopefully, the Munster club championship will bring better fortune for Deise Football.

Offaly were deserving winners of course but they will find further progress difficult in the All Ireland series. Their support outnumbered the home one in the Fraher Field and among them were former All Ireland medal winners Richie Connor (capt), Matt Connor, arguably the best footballer of his generation, and Stephen Darby, who had two sons playing in the Offaly defence last Saturday, Brian and Niall. This trio of former stars were part of the famous Faithful County team that denied Kerry five in a row AllIreland titles by beating them in 1982 and making the prematch printed five in a row souvenir Kerry t-shirts collectors items in Offaly. Current star golfer Shane Lowry’s father and uncle were also on that team as was the late Liam Connor, who was a previous chairman of the St. Olivers Juvenile club here when living locally. Offaly football has fallen from grace since then but they have been promoted to Division 3 of the National league for 2016 and once again, the support they enjoyed at the Fraher Field last Saturday was very noticeable.

Offaly’s Top Three: Nigel Dunne, Graham Guilfoyle, Joseph O’Connor.

Waterford’s Top Three: Dean Crowley, Darren Guiry, Joey Veale.

Observer’s Man of the

Waterford's Mark Ferncombe with the ball ahead of Offaly's Johnny Moloney during the All-Ireland football qualifier match in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Match: Nigel Dunne.

Number of Scorers: Offaly 10. Waterford 6.

Scores from Play: Offaly 1-16. Waterford 1-7.

Frees For: Offaly 12.

Waterford 12.

Wides: Offaly 12. Waterford 12.

Score of the Match: Tommy Prendergast’s 26th minute point for Waterford, scored from a difficult angle.

Scorers – Offaly: Nigel Dunne 0-8 (4f), Anton Sullivan 1-1, Graham Guilfoyle 0-3, Bernard Allen 0-2, Joseph O’Connor, William Mulhall, Conor McNamee, Eoin Carroll, Peter Cunningham and Johnny Moloney 0-1 each. Waterford: Joey Veale 1-1, Mark Ferncombe 0-2, J. J. Hutchinson, Tommy Prendergast, Patrick Hurney and Liam Lawlor 0-1 each.

Offaly: Alan Mulhall; Brian Darby, Paul McConway, Cian

Donoghue; Niall Darby, Johnny Moloney, Joseph O’Connor; Conor McNamee. Niall Smith; Peter Cunningham, Graham Guilfoyle, Anton Sullivan; Bernard Allen, Nigel Dunne, William Mulhall.

Subs: Nigel Bracken and Eoin Carroll (both ht), James Evans (62), Niall Geraghty and Daithi Brady (both 67), Paul McPadden (70).

Sean Barron; Dean Crowley, Peter Crowley, Tadhg O hUallachain; Shane Briggs, Paul Whyte, Steven Prendergast; Tommy Predergast, Craig Guiry; J. J. Hutchinson, Mark Ferncombe, Michael O’Halloran; Liam Lawlor, Joey Veale, Patrick Hurney.

Subs: Darren Guiry (24), Liam O Lonain (46), Cillian O’Keeffe (51), Michael Curry (58) Jason Curry (66). Kieran Murphy (67).

Referee: Fergal Kelly (Longford).

Former Offaly All-Ireland medal winner Stephen Darby had two sons playing for Offaly.

Tom McGlinchey post-match quotes...

“WE’D a great January and when you look back on the year, people might scoff at it, but we won the McGrath Cup, and that’s not something you can take lightly. We beat Cork and we beat a star-studded UCC team and if you said at the start of the year that you’d beat Cork and win the McGrath Cup, you’d be very happy with that. And when the players sit down and reflect, I hope they’ll appreciate the McGrath Cup that they won. And, maybe for next year and building for the future that we’ll get our strongest panel out; I think at the start of the year we had our strongest panel together, without doubt, but it was just unfortunate as the season went on…and I suppose that’s the problem with weaker counties, the lure of going over to the States is there for them. And we were just unlucky with injuries and people that left the panel. We’d a good start to the year and hopefully we can build on that.”

–––––– Reflecting on withdrawals during the year (14 from the McGrath Cup & League panel, along with the missing O’Gorman brothers on Saturday due to a family wedding…

“The lads that are there and the effort that they’ve put in has been brilliant and I’ve said it time and time again in all the matches we played, and the few (three) matches we lost (in the League) by two points which could have went either way.

And at half-time today, we were in a good, strong position but as the second half went on we just didn’t have the legs or the experience to bring in, of players who had been available to us during the year but weren’t available to us (today) and yes, that is disappointing. In a county like Waterford, you’ve a low base to start with initially like, and when you lose that many players, it does get hard. But as I said, the lads put in a phenomenal effort. Hopefully they’ll stick at it and give it another go next year.”

–––––– Another year left to serve as Waterford manager, would you take a different approach next year?

“Ah, no. I think the approach we took this year was quite good, but you can’t legislate for what’s going to happen. When you have 14 players that leave for one reason or the other, you can’t cope with that. And maybe some of the better players in the

county aren’t playing for one reason or the other, and that’s something that people are going to have to take a look at. But now is not the time to be talking about what’s the plan for next year. Yes, of course we’ll have to sit down and go through it; I’ve just had a quick chat with members of the County Board and we said we’d sit down in the next week or two to sit down what’s going to happen in the coming year. But look, we’re disappointed, but as I said there was great excitement back in January, with some great wins up in Clashmore and the night we played UCC here, we’d a full stand and there was a great atmosphere around the place. They’re good players; they’re very good footballers but a Division Four team like Waterford needs all its best players available to you and, just unfortunately towards the latter end of our Championship we didn’t have them – but hopefully that will change next year.”

–––––– But you’re effectively doing the job with an arm tied behind your back when that many players aren’t available to you – that’s’ a legitimate contention…

“Ah yeah. That’s the reality of it. You’d

nearly be dreading getting the phone calls sometimes about who’s going where now but that’s the hand you’re dealt with and as a manager you’ve got to take these things on board and if you let it get to you then you’d become very disheartened, especially for the players who do stay around and put in the effort and that’s why we’re hoping that, for the coming year, players will commit to Waterford. This is a long term project, from Under-14 up – the County Board are looking at that and how they’re going to develop players to play football. As for the senior panel, the players that are there know there’s a huge effort required, but for some other players? I don’t know are they willing to put in that effort, do they want to put in that effort? But if you do put in the effort, you do get the rewards, and there are so many good players in Waterford that if they do give it a go for a couple of years that they would get their reward.”

–––––– Because we could do with a few more in the 19 to 22-year-old bracket filtering into the senior panel, and we’ve not had too many players from that age

breaking into the senior panel over the past few years…

“I know the Under-21s had a bad result against Clare, but the effort that Ger Power put into that team was fantastic and they really worked hard.

They scoured the county to see who was available and sometimes players don’t commit to it for one reason or another.

Maybe playing inter-county football for Waterford isn’t as attractive as maybe playing hurling but the players that are here within the county: if we get the best players that are available to play for their intercounty team, I think Waterford would have a bright future in football, and it will take time and it will take patience.

And while today is disappointing, for a lot of those players this was their first Championship year, and some players that came in towards the latter end of the Championship such as Darren Guiry and Craig Guiry, they came up from the Junior panel and weren’t out of their depth at all whatsoever, so there are good footballers there and I just hope we’d get the best footballers available to us next year.”

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

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Gaelic Jottings This Week’s Western Board Fixtures BALLINAMEELA will be favourites to overcome Ballyduff in the Radley Engineering Western Intermediate Football Championship in Lismore this Saturday, June 27th at 7.30 pm but they will not have it all their own way against the Reds, who are still in championship contention in this grade. Both teams, with this game in hand, are currently together in third place on four points behind joint table toppers Ballinacourty and Geraldines. Bar a draw, one of Saturday’s teams will join the leaders at the top.

Tallow and Modeligo meet in a promising Lawlors Hotel Premier Junior Football Championship fixture this Friday in Bushy Park at 7.30 pm.

Modeligo currently occupy top spot in the Group on scoring difference with Emmetts, both clubs having six points each while Tallow are nicely placed for a potential qualifying spot, along with Affane on four points each. Tallow are performing well of late with wins over Emmetts and Sean Phobail but they may find Modeligo a harder nut to crack.

In the Park Hotel Western Intermediate Hurling league this Saturday evening at 8 pm, Junior side St. Mary’s, at home, will have another useful outing against an Intermediate team when they will welcome Tourin to Kirwan Park. Having beaten Shamrocks last Sunday in the championship, Tourin should collect the two leaguepoints here.

The Local Bar Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship continues with the Clashmore venue hosting Geraldines v An Rinn on Saturday at 7.30 pm.

Geraldines will be hoping to build on their win over Glen Rovers last week and An Rinn will be aiming to come back from their surprise defeat to Brickeys. An Rinn may have lost a few of their Juniors for their clubs Intermediate match against Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg last Tuesday evening due to the unavailability of some of their players and if this is the case, it will strengthen Geraldines prospects of another win.

Modeligo and Glen Rovers will meet in this Championship in Lismore on Sunday at 1 pm and both will see it as an opportunity to bounce back from last week’s defeats. Modeligo lost two of their best players to their Intermediate team last Sunday against Ballysaggart in Sean Hennessy and Gary Power so this should open the door for a Glen Rovers victory.

Two Senior Football Games GAULTIER and Brickeys will play a very important JJ Kavanagh Senior Football Championship game this Sunday in Kill at 3.30 pm. Both teams have two games played to date and both occupy the bottom of the table with Gaultier just ahead of Brickeys on one championship point from their draw with St. Saviours. A win for either would be a huge boost for retaining Senior Status and, similarly, a loss would be a huge blow to it. From a Western point of view, hopefully, the Brickeys will come through this one and in doing so take some of the pressure off them.

The second game features Kilrossanty and St. Saviours in Walsh Park on the same day at 3.30 pm. This is an opportunity for the Comeragh club to copperfasten their knockout position as they currently have four points from two games played. St. Saviours are in a

spot of bother on one point from the same number of games. They are never easy opponents and Kilrossanty will need to focus on this game in order to get the win.

Jimineen Up To 90 HIS many friends in the GAA locally were delighted to hear that Kilrossanty’s Jimineen Power celebrated his 90th birthday among family and friends at a gathering in Crotty’s last week. Jimineen is a legend in Waterford GAA, having won seven County Senior Football medals with his club in his playing days and a County Senior Hurling medal with Clonea in 1952. Jimineen and his County team mates will always remain famous for beating Kerry in the Munster Senior Football Championship in Walsh Park in 1957 and he recently commented that he would love to be fifty years old again and take on the training of his club senior football team.

Current generations of the Power family are continuing the football tradition as his grandson Eoin is currently playing with the club and Eoin’s dad Roger won Senior medals himself in his own playing days. Hale and Hearty, Jimineen is presently a very popular gateman around the Western Division for the Board. Be sure and wish him a Happy Birthday at the next game!

Death of Tipperary Legend Jimmy Doyle THE death of the legendary Tipperary hurler Jimmy Doyle took place last Monday, June 22nd. Jimmy, from the Thurles Sarsfield's club, won six All Ireland medals in the period from 1958 to 1971. He was the holder of seven National League medals and was also a multiple Railway Cup winner with Munster.

In 1984 Jimmy Doyle was named on the Hurling Team of the Century to mark the centenary of the GAA. It was no surprise then when he was also named on the Hurling Team of the Millennium in 1999. The Thurles Sarsfield’s clubman was a very popular figure on the hurling scene outside his own County as well as in his beloved Premier home. May he rest in peace.

Munster Senior Hurling Championship Final – Waterford v Tipperary WATERFORD will play Tipperary in the Munster Senior Hurling Championship Final on Sunday, July 12th at 4 pm. The venue was decided at a meeting of the Munster Competitions Control Committee last night, Tuesday June 23rd and Semple Stadium Thurles was the Bookies’ favourite as Waterford manager Derek McGrath is reported in consultation with the Waterford Board to favour the venue where his charges have won two big games so far this year.

Video Analysis at Munster Championship Games FOLLOWING recent media coverage relating to the usage of video analysis at Munster GAA Championship games, Provincial PRO Ger Ryan has correcting a number of inaccuracies in the reporting of same.

“The controversy arose primarily because of misinformation and misrepresentation of the Policy and its range.

From all I have read of the recent commentary it is certain that the impression was given that there was a ban on match analysts operating in Munster.

This is simply untrue and not the case at all’’. ‘’The policy is confined solely to Munster (Senior) championship games for which RTE / SKY has purchased the exclusive rights. It does not apply to any other games in Munster. The change for games broadcast “live” by RTE / SKY is that a) analysts are not permitted to operate inside the PRESS / MEDIA area and b) analysts are not permitted to run a cable from the live feed source to the analysts’ position in the Stand’’ ‘’However arrangements are in place for analysts to receive a DVD of the game immediately after the game and ALSO to arrange with the broadcaster for a wireless feed from the broadcaster to the analysts in the Stand or to take a live feed from the broadcasters website.

This is not about restricting analysis but about how and where the analysts may operate solely for games with a “live” broadcast. The Council routinely and frequently provide appropriate accommodation for analysts in the Stand for all our games and has done so for all Munster Championships played in the Province to date this year. In fact, all four counties involved in the recent Munster Senior Football Championship SemiFinals received permission to video the game given there was no live TV coverage’’ added Ger Ryan.

No service to Waterford GAA WHILE both clubs Mount Sion and Dungarvan are responsible for the eight minute fracas at last Sunday’s Senior hurling championship game in the Fraher Field and acknowledge this fact, the individual who filmed the incidences and posted them on National media, where it takes on a life of its own, has done no service to the good name and all the positive work that is being carried out in GAA circles in the County on a daily basis. It may have brought him some temporary fame in certain circles but individuals like this should think about the bigger picture and the harm it does before pressing the little button, in our own view.

In the real GAA world in the Deise, County Chairman Paddy Joe Ryan who was present at the senior hurling championship game along with members of the CCC has indicated that the committee will act swiftly to adjudicate on the matter after referee Dessie O’Leary submits his report.

“I am not a member of the committee but I spoke with the chairman of the CCC.“They are waiting on the referee’s report and then they will be taking it from there. There were members of the CCC at the match and they will be looking at the situation as they saw it themselves.

The referee’s report plays a vital part in it because he is the independent arbitrator.”

The fracas lasted eight minutes in the first half between some players and some on the sideline before managers Ken McGrath and James O’Connor gathered their players at opposite ends of the pitch. Three red cards and eight yellows were flashed over the sixty minutes.

Ryan was disappointed by the unsporting scenes. “I was very disappointed with what happened. I saw it all

Derek McGrath named Manager of the Month for May Derek McGrath is pictured with Joseph Finn Philips Ireland receiving the Manager of the Month award for May. PHILIPS Ireland have named Derek McGrath, Waterford Hurling GAA Manager, as Manager of the Month for May 2015.

On the 3rd May, in Semple Stadium, Waterford beat a fancied Cork team 1-24 to 0-17 in front of an attendance of 17,559 to clinch their third Alliance Hurling League Division 1 title.

They last won the trophy in 2007.

Derek McGrath took over the Waterford position in October 2013.

His credentials are impressive in his own right, as he managed De La Salle to the Waterford SHC title in 2012.

And as manager of the De La Salle secondary school team, McGrath masterminded Harty Cup and All-Ireland (Croke Cup) successes in 2007 and 2008.

from the stand. I’m sure there is nobody more disappointed than the two clubs themselves after it. It’s something that we wouldn’t like to see happening.”

The Déise chairman stated that these occurrences are rare at club championship matches in the County: “Incidents like this are very isolated in Waterford thankfully. We don’t like to see anything like that happening on our playing fields.”

1700 Clare v Longford, Cusack Park Sunday 5 July 1500 Fermanagh v Antrim, Brewster Park

Scór Na Seachtaine WATERFORD’S goal in the 32nd minute of their All-Ireland Qualifier against Offaly at the Fraher Field, engineered by Dean Crowley and Darren Guiry and executed clinically by Joey Veale.

All-Ireland Round 1 hurling qualifiers Saturday, 4 July 1900 Laois v Dublin, O'Moore Park 1900 Clare v Offaly, Cusack Park 1900 Wexford v Cork, Innovate Wexford Park Saturday, 4 July/Sunday, 5 July TBC Westmeath v Limerick, Cusack Park All-Ireland Round 2A football qualifiers Saturday, 4 July 1500 Offaly v Dublin/Kildare, O'Connor Park 1700 Cavan v Roscommon, Kingspan Breffni Park

All Ireland Hurling and Football Qualifiers CORK face a testing trip to Wexford Park after the Model County suffered a heavy Leinster Championship defeat to Kilkenny at the weekend. Dublin and Laois, who were also on the wrong end of big defeats in Leinster, will meet at Portlaoise. Limerick must now face a trip to Westmeath after their Munster championship defeat to Tipperary. In the round's other tie Davy Fitzgerald's Clare will have home advantage over Offaly.

In Round 2A of the All-Ireland football qualifiers there's an all-Ulster affair as Antrim host local rivals Fermanagh.

Offaly will be waiting for the losers of Dublin v Kildare, while the Clare footballers have, like their hurling side, been handed a home tie - this one against Longford. Cavan against Roscommon in Cavan completes the draw.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to James Tobin and Family, Na Seamroga, on the recent death of Paddy Aherne in Cork. Sympathy is also extended to the families of Moss O’Donovan, Toor, Aglish, Paddy Hourigan, Abbeyside John Ryan, Sean Phobail and Jim Hehir, Dungarvan, all of whom died recently.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Roanmore continues winning streak Roanmore …………...2-13; Cappoquin ……………2-8.

CITY side Roanmore gave their Senior Hurling qualifying ambitions a huge boost at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon when they were deserving 0-5 winners over Cappoquin in the first of the venue’s double header.

Second half goals by Gavin O’Brien and Paul O’Sullivan were the key scores that earned the sky blues a consecutive championship win and places them directly behind leaders Passage in Group 2 heading into the Summer break due to the County’s Senior hurling commitments.

Both teams were guilty of poor shooting in front of the posts, Cappoquin with a tally of ten in the first half and Roanmore with eleven in total while, essentially, the winners battled harder when the game was in the melting pot at the end of the third quarter.

Cappoquin got little change from a tight marking Roanmore defence after the break and they were confined to four pointed frees and a superbly taken goal by Keith Landers in this period.

Roanmore’s victory came at a cost, though, as County under 21 goalie Billy Nolan was stretchered off the field with a suspected broken shoulder in the 24th minute following a legitimate tackle by a Cappoquin defender. He was sportingly attended to by Cappoquin’s Doctor Murphy and he required a pain killing

injection on the far side of the field. As well as being a loss to his club, the 16 year old Nolan will probably miss out on Waterford’s u-21 Munster Semi-Final clash against Clare in Ennis on the 15th of July and the Observer wishes him well and a complete recovery.

Both teams employed a sweeper in this game in Shane Coughlan for Cappoquin and Colm Burke for Roanmore. Cappoquin operated a two man full forward line in the O’Sullivan brothers Killian and Aaron and it worked well in the first half with the latter scoring 1-2 from play. The Westerners had the first use of the strong breeze but it was Roanmore who started the brighter with points by the impressive Shane Nolan in the first and the sixth minutes either side of a similar score by younger brother Billy.

Cappoquin required a score and it arrived in the 8th minute when their best forward Aaron O’Sullivan netted in the town end goal after good play by his brother Killian and Keith Landers.

This goal heralded a purple patch for the Cornerstone with Paul Murray, Shane O’Rourke, after a great catch, and Aaron O’Sullivan, under pressure, all pointing by the 18th minute, 1-3 to 0-3. Following the match delay due to young Nolan’s injury, Shane Nolan struck his second point in the 28th minute, followed by one of the best scores of the

game by Aaron O’Sullivan one minute later. Roanmore came within one score of their opponents before the short whistle with a brace of well taken points by Senior County panellist Gavin O’Brien in the 30th minute and in the third minute of added time.

Shane O’Rourke pointed a free after just 31 seconds of the restart but it was Roanmore who were hurling the better, resulting in four unanswered points by centre forward Dan Murphy (2) and a brace of pointed frees by Gavin O’Brien by the 41st minute. These scores earned Roanmore the lead for the first time since the 36th minute at 0-10 to 1-5 and following an exchange of points

by Shane O’Rourke (f) and Paul O’Sullivan, the winners took a foothold on proceedings when Gavin O’Brien ran through the Cappoquin defence and scored a very well taken goal at the end of the third quarter, increasing their advantage to 1-11 to 1-6. Roanmore had also come to terms with the threat of Aaron O’Sullivan in the Cappoquin attack and they were winning the majority of the big battles around the field.

Playing with the strong breeze, the initiative was now certainly with the City club and following another exchange of points, this time between Shane O’Rourke (f) and sub Chris Dempsey, we were treated to the score of

the match in the 52nd minute when Roanmore full forward Paul O Sullivan first timed an Eoin Madigan assist past Donal O’Rourke in the town end goal.

This ultimately ended the game as a contest at 2-12 to 1-7 but one man who wasn’t going down easily was Cappoquin’s centre back Keith Landers. He pointed a 53rd minute free and he followed up two minutes later with a gem of a goal from an Andy Molumby pass which left just 0-4 the difference at 2-12 to 2-8.

However, this was as close as Cappoquin came to the winners and the final score of the hour fell to Roanmore sub Emmet O’Toole, when he pointed a 57th minute free.

Though disappointed with this defeat, Cappoquin are still on course to retain their Senior status in their first year in the top grade, while also having the opportunity to make the qualifiers.

Roanmore are hurling better than in previous years, they have already taken the scalp of a fancied Mount Sion team and they are as close as they can be to the last eight with remaining games to come against Dungarvan and Lismore.

Roanmore’s Top Three: Gavin O’Brien, Shane Nolan, Paul O’Sullivan.

Cappoquin’s Top Three: Keith Landers, Aaron O’Sullivan, Evan McGrath.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Gavin O’Brien.

Cappoquin's Andy Molumby with the sliothar against Roanmore's Charlie Chester during the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling championship in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Number of Scorers: Roanmore 7. Cappoquin 4.

Scores From Play: Roanmore 2-11. Cappoquin 2-4.

Frees For: Roanmore 11.

Cappoquin 11.

Wides: Roanmore 10.

Cappoquin 14.

Score of the Match: Roanmore’s 52nd minute goal, engineered by Eoin Madigan and executed in style by Paul O’Sullivan.

Scorers – Roanmore: Gavin O’Brien 1-4 (2f), Paul O’Sullivan

1-1, Shane Nolan 0-3, Daniel Murphy 0-2, Billy Nolan, Chris Dempsey, Emmet O’Toole 0-1 each.

Cappoquin: Aaron O’Sullivan 1-2, Keith Landers 1-1, Shane O’Rourke (0-4 (3f), Paul Murray 0-1.

Roanmore: David Barrett; Charlie Chester, Colm Burke, Tony O’Brien; Ray Connolly, Frank McGrath, Eddie Carew; Gavin O’Brien, Eoin Madigan; Billy Nolan, Daniel Murphy, Eamonn Power; Shane Nolan,

Paul O’Sullivan, Mark Phelan.

Subs: Emmet O’Toole (24), Chris Dempsey (48).

Cappoquin: Donal O’Rourke; Colm Looby, P. J. Curran, Patrick Morrissey; David Cahillane, Timmy Looby, Evan McGrath; Keith Landers, Paul Murray; Pa Greene, Shane O’Rourke, Shane Coughlan; Aaron O’Sullivan, Killian O’Sullivan, Andy Molumby.

Subs: Tommy McCarthy (43), Mossy Noonan (56).

Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Passage leads the way Passage ……………...2-21; Lismore ……………...1-12.

2013 CHAMPIONS Passage are the most impressive team we have come across in this year’s championship to date and they are fitter and playing better than when they captured the News and Star Cup two years ago. No doubt, this is no coincidence as their fitness trainer is one Fergal O’Brien who is also responsible for having our County Senior hurlers jumping out of their skin at the moment.

Playing Lismore in the Fraher Field last Friday evening in front of a paying attendance of €1,622, the scoreboard read 2-6 to 0-1 after just nine minutes and even at this early stage, the game was over as a contest.

Lismore just couldn’t get to grips with the seasiders, who this year, have every one of their team playing consistently at a higher level. The score was a daunting 2-14 to 0-5 at the short whistle and, in a second half where Passage took the foot of the pedal somewhat, Lismore outscored them by 1-7 to 0-7 thanks to a 60th minute David Prendergast goal.

Prendergast also had a goal attempt hit the cross bar in the 47th minute from a clever Jordan Shanahan

pass and if a number of good point scoring opportunities had been availed of, the scoreboard would have had a kinder look about it from a Lismore point of view. The Cathedral Town club are pointless after three games and they have difficult season defining championship outings to come against both Mt. Sion and Roanmore.

Passage won the toss at the Fraher Field and playing with the assistance of the breeze, they were early to work, resulting in a lead of 1-3 to 0-0 after just three minutes and 2-8 to 0-2 by the end of the first quarter. Their final point in this period came from wing back Donal Power, grandson of the legendary Seamus of 1959 fame, making him the seventh different scorer in just 14 minutes for the winners.

As has been the norm in recent seasons, Killian Fitzgerald was prominent from an early stage and he had two points on the board before his long delivery in the third minute found Eoin Kelly and the outcome followed the traditional script with the green flag being raised in the Town end goal.

Lismore’s woes were compounded when a long delivery by Thomas Whitty went

all the way into the goal in the eight minute and, sensing an early kill, Passage drove on with further white flags courtesy of Thomas Connors, Donal Power, Conor Carey, Owen Connors (0-2f), Killian Fitzgerald and Eoin Kelly (0-1f). Credit Lismore, they tried their utmost to contest the game and they were rewarded with first half points

by Maurice Shanahan, 0-3 (2f), Paudie Coleman and the dangerous John Prendergast while playing on the edge of the square. Last year, these teams drew at the same venue but this time round, Lismore are a team experiencing a decline due to the retirement of some long time regulars, while Passage are playing at a higher level than in 2014.

The Westerners introduced Jordan Shanahan and Brian and Eoin Bennett on the restart and, with the breeze at their backs, Lismore fared better in this moiety. Maurice Shanahan struck 0-4 (3f), brother Dan a trademark point from play and John Prendergast an eleventh Lismore point but Passage tipped away with scores of their own from such as Pa Walsh, his teams ninth scorer by the 32nd minute, Owen Connors, Killian

Fitzgerald, his fourth white flag, and Thomas Whitty to lead at the end of the third quarter by 2-18 to 0-11.

Passage introduced John Whitty and Stephen Mason, portraying their current strength in depth, and it’s good to see the Whitty back on the playing fields after his serious leg injury last year.

The highlight of the remainder of the hour was a stunning save by Lismore’s Seanie Barry from Eoin Kelly when a third Passage goal looked a certainty.

After adapting to his surroundings, John Whitty struck his team’s final score in the 57th minute, 2-21 to 0-12 and just on the call of full time, David Prendergast scored the goal that both he and his team deserved for their second half efforts.

Passage’s Top Three: Killian Fitzgerald, Noel Connors, Owen Connors Lismore’s Top Three: Ray Barry, Maurice Shanahan, John Prendergast.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Killian Fitzgerald.

Number of Scorers: Passage 10. Lismore 5.

Scores from Play: Passage 2-15. Lismore 1-7.

Frees For: Passage 8.

Lismore 9.

Wides: Passage 15. Lismore 11.

Score of the Match: Killian

Captains Stephen O’Keeffe (Lismore) and Conor Carey (Passage) pictured with referee Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Fitzgerald’s 23rd minute long distance strike for Passage as the sliotar bounced over the bar.

Scorers – Passage: Owen Connors 0-7 (4f), Eoin Kelly 1-3 (2f), Thomas Whitty 1-1, Killian Fitzgerald 0-4, Jason Roche, Thomas Connors, Donal Power, Conor Carey, Pa Walsh and John Whitty 0-1 each. Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 0-8 (5f), David Prendergast 1-0, John Prendergast 0-2, Paudie

Coleman and Dan Shanahan 0-1 each.

Passage: Eddie Lynch; Jason Flood, Jason Roche, Darragh Lynch; Donal Power, Pa Walsh, Noel Connors; Killian Fitzgerald, Thomas Whitty; Owen Connors, Thomas Connors, Conor Carey; Sean Hogan, Eoin Kelly, Brendan Fitzgerald. Subs: John Whitty (43), Stephen Mason (48), Joey Upton (59).

Lismore: Seanie Barry; Pat

Hennessy, Stephen O’Keeffe, Paul Fennessy; Anthony McClone, Ray Barry, Paudie Prendergast; David Prendergast, Paudie Coleman; Maurice Shanahan, Dan Shanahan, Peter O’Keeffe; Jack Prendergast, John Prendergast, Aaron Whelan.

Subs : Micheal Fitzgerald (11), Brian Bennett, Eoin Bennett and Jordan Shanahan (all ht).

Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

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J. J. Kavanagh and Sons Senior Hurling Championship

Dungarvan prevails in bad tempered encounter Dungarvan ...................1-22; Mount Sion .................. 2-16.

BOTH Dungarvan and Mount Sion will not be in line for any fair play awards following an eight minute period of ugly scenes in the second game at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon. An altercation between a player from each side, who subsequently saw red, ignited mayhem both on and off the field and for a while one could not see the game continuing.

Eventualy, both managers called aside their teams and thankfully, sense prevailed and the second half produced hurling out of the top drawer.

This was a must win game for both clubs, having been defeated in the previous round by Passage (D) and Roanmore (M.S.) respectively. For all of 51 minutes it looked as if the two championship points were in the safe hands of the City team especially on foot of two early second half goals in the 34th and in the 37th minutes by Bill Walsh and Tony Browne.

However, following a goal from an ordinary free by Patrick Curran in the 53rd minute, the game swung Dungarvan’s way resulting in an unanswered 0-5 which ultimately did the business for the town team who however won’t be happy with their overall display.

A 39th minute Owen Whelan point gave ‘Sion a 2-12 to 0-10 advantage but they never shook of the Blues entirely and so paid the ultimate price in a hectic finish to the game. It was handshakes all round at the long whistle and rightly so as both teams mingled with each other in the

proper spirit this time round.

Dungarvan were short the long term injured Eoin Healy and Kevin Daly, while Mt. Sion were missing the American placed Stephen O’Neill and Stephen Roche and the injured Richie Roche.

However, Chris Ryan, Mikey Daykin and Tony Browne proved to be capable replacements for ‘Sion with Browne’s fitness once again standing out and superior to a number of players half his age.

Mt. Sion had the backing of the strong breeze in the first half and they made good use of it against a Dungarvan team that was slow to start irrespective of the weather.

After an even enough first few minutes ‘Sion upped the tempo and with 18 minutes played, they enjoyed and had earned a 0-9 to 0-3 advantage.

The teams were level with 0-2 each with three minutes played following scores by Cormac and Colm Curran for the Blues and by Sean Ryan and Eoin McGrath for ‘Sion.

All Dungarvan mustered for the next quarter of an hour was a Patrick Curran pointed free while Mt. Sion looked to be heading out the gap with scores in the same period by Martin F O’Neill (2), Martin O’Neill (2), Owen Whelan (2) and Michael Gaffney.

Dungarvan were living off crumbs and scores by brothers Cathal and Patrick Curran (f) either side of a Martin O’Neill pointed free left the scoreboard reading 0-10 to 0-5 in ‘Sion’s favour.

There were signs early on that this was going to be a feisty affair as Mt. Sion’s

Martin O’Neill received a yellow card after just ten seconds at the throw-in and both Darragh Lyons and Eoin McGrath followed similarly in the 18th minute. In total, Mt. Sion received five yellows and two reds and Dungarvan accumulated two yellows and one red.

When the dust settled in the 34th minute, Dungarvan initially reacted the better with scores by Patrick and Cathal Curran from play in the fourth and the sixth minute of added time to leave the half-time score reading better from a Blues’ point of view at 0-10 to 0-7.

Robert Bresnan was introduced for Ken McGrath’s charges on the restart of a second half when the real game commenced in earnest. Dungarvan looked as if they were going to eat into ‘Sion’s lead when Patrick Curran pointed a free in the 32nd minute but a mistake in defence left Bill Walsh in for a very well taken goal, followed by a Martin O’Neill pointed free which stopped any potential Blues’ revival in its tracks, 1-11 o 0-8.

Kieran Power placed Ryan Donnolly for a Dungarvan minor but disaster struck for them again when a Martin O’Neill free was batted down and Tony Browne rattled the net in the country end goal, 2-11 to 0-9 and 37 minutes played. Predicting a Mount Sion victory, a number of patrons left the venue to see the second half of the Tipperary versus Limerick Munster Championship game on the telly without getting their money’s worth but those who stayed were

Tempers flare during Dungarvan v Mt. Sion match in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior Hurling championship in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] treated to a brilliant Dungarvan comeback.

The local team registered four of the next five scores by the end of the third quarter via Patrick Curran (2f), Cathal Curran and Ryan Donnolly with Owen Whelan striking his third point for the leaders, 2-12 to 0-13. A Dungarvan win still didn’t look a reality with ten minutes remaining following an exchange of scores by Martin O’Neill and Tony Browne from play for ‘Sion and pointed frees by Patrick Curran and Jamie Nagle for Dungarvan, 2-14 to 0-15.

This was compounded with three wides from scoring positions but their fortunes changed dramatically in the final ten minutes of play.

Michael Kiely set the ball rolling with a fine point from play and Dungarvan’s winning intent really ignited when Patrick Curran successfully opted to go for goal from an

ordinary free in front of a packed ‘Sion goal line in the 51st minute.

Kieran Power was dominating all he surveyed on his positional swich to the half back line and five unanswered Blues’ points by Michael Kiely, Kieran Power, Patrick Curran (f), Cathal Curran and Gavin Crotty launched Dungarvan in front for the first time since the first minute with a 58th minute reading of 1-21 to 2-15.

Martin O’Neill’s 59th minute pointed free reduced the deficit to that most dangerous of leads, 0-2 but Michael Kiely had the final say in the 61st minute with his third point from play in a nine minute period.

At the end of a tempestuous day, Dungarvan edged closer to a quarter-final placing while Mt. Sion now have just two points from three outings with games to come against Lismore and

Passage.

Dungarvan’s remaining fixtures are against Roanmore and Cappoquin.

Dungarvan’s Top Three: Cathal Curran, Kieran Power Conor Sheridan.

Mt. Sion’s Top Three: Owen Whelan, Mikey Daykin, Tony Browne.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Cathal Curran.

Number of Scorers: Dungarvan 9. Mt. Sion 8.

Scores From Play: Dungarvan 1-15. Mt. Sion 2-12.

Frees For: Dungarvan 17.

Mt. Sion 11.

Wides: Dungarvan 6. Mt. Sion 5.

Score of the Match: Patrick Curran’s 53rd minute goal from a free to bring Dungarvan into the game.

Scorers – Dungarvan: Patrick Curran1-8 (1-7f), Cathal Curran 0-4, Michael Kiely 0-3, Ryan Donnolly 0-2, Cormac Curran, Colm Curran, Kieran Power and

Gavin Crotty 0-1 each.Jamie Nagle 0-1f.

Mount Sion: Martin O’Neill 0-6 (2f), Tony Browne 1-1, Martin F O’Neill 0-3 (2f), Owen Whelan 0-3, Bill Walsh 1-0, Sean Ryan, Eoin McGrath and Michael Gaffney 0-1 each.

Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Conor Sheridan, Aaron Donnollly; Darragh Lyons, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran, Kieran Power; Cormac Curran, Colm Curran, Ryan Donnolly; Michael Kiely, Patrick Curran, Gavin Crotty.

Sub : Sean Ryan (51).

Mt. Sion: Ian O’Regan; Aaron Coady, Chris Ryan, Pat Kelly; Mikey Daykin, John Dee; Martin O’Neill, Michael Gaffney; Tony Browne, Owen Whelan, Eoin McGrath; Sean Ryan, Bill Walsh, Martin F. O’Neill. Sub: Robert Bresnan (ht).

Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erins Own).

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Passionate Waterford GAA supporters, the Flahavan’s team were thrilled with the opportunity to meet some of the Senior Hurling team and hold the National League Cup at the mill on Tuesday.

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Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship

Tourin get off the mark Tourin ………………... 3-14; Shamrocks …………. 2-14.

THERE was very little between these two teams in what was an eagerly contested tie in Lismore GAA grounds last Sunday afternoon. The sides were level three times in all during the first half with the free-taking of Tourin’s Daithi Wilkinson and Shamrocks’ Shane Roche a key ingredient to the hunt and chase nature of the game.

Shamrocks started the brighter and led after 10 minutes 0-4 to 0-2 before Tourin struck their first goal of the day on 11 minutes.

A well-worked move saw corner-forward Daragh Wilkinson square the ball toward the back-post where team-mate Sean Leahy was at hand to bat home to the empty net.

That goal allowed Tourin to settle into the contest and they began to make further inroads, aided by Wilkinson frees. Shane Roche’s marks-

manship from placed balls kept Shamrocks in tow however and they would hit the final two scores of the half to tie the game at the break, 1-7 to 0-10 – Roche even missing a free with the last puck of the half that would have put his side ahead.

Tourin got off to a dream start in the second half when Kevin Leahy played the ball across to Daragh Wilkinson who fired to the net on 33 minutes. A further two points from Daithi Wilkinson and Sean Leahy put Tourin into a comfortable driving seat at 2-9 to 0-10.

On 38 minutes Daithi Wilkinson tried to finish off their opponents when he blasted for goal from a close in free.

However, his shot was saved and this appeared to act as a smelling salt to Shamrocks who reeled off some points before eventually grabbing a goal of their own on 50 minutes to cata-

pult them into the lead for the first time since the 10th minute.

Shane Roche made a fine pluck from the sky, laid off to Stephen Lucey who shouldered his way through before hand-passing off to Kelvyn O’Farrell who fired home, 114 to 2-10.The lead was short-lived though as three quick-fire points from Tourin re-opened a three point wound.

Again Shamrocks rallied.

On 56 minutes Adam McGrath latched on to a dropping ’65 from Shane Roche and dispatched the sliotar to the net to level the game for the fourth time.

But a determined Tourin side refused to be shackled and within sixty seconds the game was once again swinging in their favour. A long range delivery down toward the danger zone saw Daragh Wilkinson latch on to the loose sliotar and rattle it home past a crowded goal line,

3-13 to 2-14.

Substitute Sean Meaney added a point on 58 minutes to stretch the gap to three points again. Shamrocks pressed hard for the equaliser but Tourin’s defence held firm and would not be breached for a third time.

Scorers for Tourin: Daithi Wilkinson 0-8 (7fs); Daragh Wilkinson 2-1; S. Leahy 1-3; K. Leahy, N. Fives and S. Meaney 01 each.

Scorers for Shamrocks: S. Roche 0-7 (6fs); K. O’Farrell 1-2; A. McGrath 1-0; J. P. Lucey 0-2; J. Lonergan and P. Ahearne 0-1.

Tourin: C. Bennett; B. O’Donoghue, D. Leahy, J. Leahy; D. O’Brien, D. Fives, B. Scanlon; T. O’Brien, S. Fives; N. Fives, B Leahy, K. Leahy; Daithi Wilkinson, S. Leahy, Daragh Wilkinson.

Sub: S. Meaney.

Shamrocks: C. O’Keeffe; P. Ahearne, S. O’Donovan, J. Ahearne; C. Murphy, E. Murphy, B. Harney; S. Lucey, S. Roche; C. Hurley, J. P. Lucey, A. McGrath; K. O’Farrell, J. Lonergan, E. Hynes.

Referee: Timmy Organ.

Modeligo move to top of Group 1 on points difference Modeligo …………….. 3-12; Ballysaggart ……….... 2-12.

This game re-ignited a rivalry that produced a thrilling trilogy of hurling games two seasons ago.This game, though flat at times, delivered five goals and 24 points, as Modeligo held on to their unbeaten start to their Intermediate campaign while inflicting a first defeat on Ballysaggart this year.

Modeligo, backed by a strong wind, raced into a 1-2 to 0-0 score after seven minutes – their first crack at the target harvesting a goal on 2 minutes as wing-forward Nicky O’Donovan rifled home off his left-hand side. Shane Bennett’s first touch wielded a super score on eight minutes. Snatching a puck-out he accelerated down the wing past Green jerseys before taking the sliotar into his hand and firing over from a difficult angle on a high speed run Modeligo responded to that wonder score with force.

They had Tom Devine located at the edge of the square they rained sliotars

down toward his direction and within sixty seconds of Bennett’s point, a Rian Reddy dispatch from deep outfield was picked up by Devine and he rolled his way through the centre of Ballysaggart’s defensive lines and batted home to the net, 2-2 to 0-1.

Ballysaggart’s Chris O’Gorman and Devine then swapped points before Shane Bennett and Jamie Troy went head-to-head on placed balls. Four scores from Troy eclipsed two Bennett frees and Modeligo held a comfortable lead, 2-8 to 0-4 after 28 minutes.

Stephen Bennett and Michael Troy completed the first-half haul for a half-time score of 2-9 to 0-5 in favour of Modeligo. Bennett and Troy swapped scores immediately from the restart before a Chris O’Gorman goal on 33 minutes – after a long range dropping delivery from Stephen Bennett – gave Ballysaggart the foothold they had been chasing.

Between the 35th and 51st minute they would outscore

COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 p w d l for against diff pts Modeligo 2 1 1 0 38 35 3 3 Shamrocks 3 1 1 1 55 55 0 3 Ballysaggart 3 1 1 1 57 59 -2 3 Tourin 2 1 0 1 38 36 2 2 Deuglán Naofa 2 0 1 1 30 33 -3 1

Modeligo 0-6 to 0-2 to claw their way back into contention as they trailed by three points, 2-12 to 1-12.

The final ten minutes saw scoring dry up as the intensity reached a nervy finish. Both sides chased the game ferociously here with some great defending and fighting for a loose ball. On 59 minutes Modeligo managed to carve open huge breathing space when they struck for their third goal.

Ballysaggart were moving the ball out of the defence to kick-start another assault on the Modeligo goal only for Tom Devine to intercept a loose pass and quickly roll forward on Ballysaggart’s scrambling defence.

Devine snapped the ball quickly to Nicky O’Donovan who, bearing down on goal had the net at his mercy but did the unselfish thing to insure the win, passed wide to the open and unmarked Michael Troy who fired home from close range, 3-12 to 112.

One minute into stoppage

time Ballysaggart halved that mountainous deficit when Shane Bennett grabbed a long range delivery at the edge of the square, shook off would-be-tacklers and made enough room for himself to fire the ball to the back of the net.Ballysaggart continued to press but the clock ran out against them.

Scorers for Modeligo: J. Troy 0-10 (6fs, 1’65); M. Troy and T. Devine 1-1 each; N. O’Donovan 1-0.

Scorers for Ballysaggart: Shane Bennett 1-7 (6fs); C. O’Gorman 1-1; Stephen Bennett, S. Ryan, K. Bennett and B. Ryan 0-1 each.

Modeligo: C. Byrne; S. Hennessey, B. McCarthy, J. McGrath; S. O’Donovan, P. Fitzgerald, S. Troy; K. McCarthy, R. Reddy; P. O’Donovan, J. Troy, N. O’Donovan; G. Power, T. Devine, M. Troy.

Ballysaggart: M. Meagher; J. Roche, E. O’Brien, S. Mangan; D. Devine, K. Bennett, Cailean O’Gorman; B. Murphy, C. Murphy; Shane Bennett, D. Meagher, K. Cashell; Chris O’Gorman, Stephen Bennett, S. Ryan. Sub: B. Ryan.

Referee: Colin Cunningham.

Owen Savauge, Emer Barry and Richard Tobin, Waterford GAA Website personnel with Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board at the relaunch of the Waterford GAA Website.

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Stradbally tops Group 2 Stradbally …………… 0-14; Brickeys ……………... 0-10.

FOLLOWING a blip against Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in Round 2, Stradbally got back to winning ways against Brickeys in the Fraher Field last Sunday evening with a well deserved 0-4 victory.

Both defences were in control throughout the hour with Cormac O’Grady and Shane Ahearn being the only two forwards threatening a green flag in the opposing goal. Ahearn, in fact, was the difference between the teams as he scored 0-7 (6f) with his scores at the end of the third quarter and the beginning of the fourth the key scores in securing the win for the Reds and sending them to the top of Group 2.

Michael Walsh was again in superb form and he finished the hour with 0-3 from his midfield position. Jack Mullaney popped over two fine points while two players at either end of their careers, Cormac Gough and Stephen Cunningham also dissected the posts. A member of the five in a row Stradbally football team, John Halpin played his first game in eight years for the club having just returned from Australia to Coveside. Stradbally were missing some key players for this game, including Shane Lannon and Ger Power but they still came out on top as the Brickeys couldn’t match

their full hour intensity.

Having won against Clashmore, who earlier beat Stradbally, Brickeys will be disappointed with their display as they played well off form. They never looked likely winners in a second half where they scored just 0-3 via Conor Morrissey (65), Cormac O’Grady and Johnny Cooney. Brickeys, too, were short key players in Cormac Curran, Mark Shalloe, Diarmuid Tobin and Conor Phelan, and this trio would definitely have helped their cause.

Brickeys led by 0-7 to 0-5 at the short whistle, their scores coming from corner forward Conor Morrissey, 0-4 (2f), Darragh Duggan, Cathal Curran and Conor McGrath.

Cormac O’Grady came close to raising a green flag in the 4th minute but Stradbally custodian Trevor Curran affected a brilliant save in deflecting the sliotar out for a ‘65’.

Stradbally won the second moiety by 0-9 to 0-3 and they too almost had a major score but Shane Ahearn’s strike into an empty goal was hand flicked in the air out of danger within centimetres of the goal line. The Reds winning intensity was illustrated best by Luke Casey, who gave a classic display of corner back play while Stradbally need no longer be regarded as an ageing team with such good prospects as Jack Mullaney,

Cormac Gough, Cathal and Ciaran Cusack and Jack Navin lining out and performing well for them.

Brickeys are not yet out of the hunt in this group and in Mark Cummins, Philly Walsh, Cormac O’Grady, John Morrissey, Shane McGrath, Cathal Curran, Tommy Lynch and their missing quartet, they have the resources to get back into contention in this group.

Stradbally struck six wides compared to eight for the Brickeys and eight of their points were from play with Brickeys striking similar type scores on seven occasions.

Stradbally: Trevor Curran; Luke Casey, John Coffey, Ciaran Cusack; Cathal Cusack, Robert Ahearn, Tony Grey; Jack Mullaney 0-2, Michael Walsh 0-3; Stephen Cunningham 0-1, Shane Ahearn 0-7 (6f), Jack Navin; Nicky Power, John Halpin, Cormac Gough 0-1. Sub: Michael Ahearn.

Brickeys: Jamie Kiely; Shane McGrath, Mark Cummins, Johnny Cooney 0-1; Carthach Shalloe, Philly Walsh, Tommy Lynch; Shane Nugent, Conor McGrath 01; John Morrissey, Darragh Duggan 0-1, Sam Keohan; Conor Morrissey 0-5 (2f, 1’65’), Cormac O’Grady 0-1, Cathal Curran 0-1.

Subs: Darragh O’Grady, Carthach Barry.

Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

*The other game in Group 2 was played in Bushy Park last Tuesday evening between An Rinn and Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

COMERAGH OIL WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 2 p w d l for against diff pts Stradbally 3 2 0 1 48 42 6 4 An Rinn 1 1 0 0 26 10 16 2 Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2 1 0 1 32 25 7 2 Brickey Rangers 2 1 0 1 22 25 -3 2 Ballinameela 2 0 0 2 21 47 -26 0

Western Board Results & Fixtures RESULTS Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling: Modeligo 3-12; Ballysaggart 2-12 Tourin 3-14; Shamrocks 2-14 Stradbally 0-14; Brickey Rangers 0-10 Local Bar Junior A Hurling: Tallow 3-17 Abbeyside 1-22 St. Mary’s 2-12; Fourmilewater 1-12 Ballyduff 4-18; Dungarvan 3-18 Kilgobinet 1-13; Lismore 0-10 Local Bar Junior B Hurling: Abbeyside 6-21; Modeligo 1-03

Brickey Rangers 3-11; An Rinn 1-16 Ballysaggart 1-14; Cappaquin 1-14 Clashmore 1-10; Shamrocks 0-13 Geraldines 6-13; Glen Rovers 2-16 FIXTURES Friday, 26th June Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier: Tallow V Modeligo at Bushy Park 7.30pm Local Bar Junior B Hurling: Geraldines V An Rinn at Clashmore 7.30pm

Shamrocks V Cappoquin at Lismore 7.30pm Saturday, 27th June Radley Engineering Intermediate Football: Ballinameela V Ballyduff at Lismore 7.30pm Park Hotel Intermediate Hurling League: St. Mary’s V Tourin at Touraneena 8 pm Sunday, 28th June Local Bar Junior B Hurling: Modeligo V Glen Rovers at Lismore 1 pm

Captains Shane McGrath (Brickeys) and Luke Casey (Stradbally) pictured with referee John Condon (An Rinn).

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Waterford Ladies easily overcome Tipperary in Munster championship Waterford ……………..…………6-18; Tipperary ……………....…………1-4.

WATERFORD’S Intermediate ladies team justified favouritism in Fraher Field on Saturday last when they easily disposed of the Tipperary challenge in a very clinical manner.

Tipperary playing into a strong breeze in the first half opened the scoring when Gillian O’Brien opened their account with a well taken point in the first minute but this was to be the only time the Deise girls were behind in the game. Taking a good pass from Emma Murray, full forward Sinead Ryan got the equaliser in the 4th minute.

Maria Delahunty was on hand one minute later to slot over another point and from the 8th to the 16th minute Sinead Ryan was pivotal in every Waterford attack scoring three unanswered points to leave the Deise girls four points in front.

Aisling McCarthy kicked a point from a free to narrow the gap but this was quickly cancelled out by Emma Murray who came up field and finished off a flowing movement with a brilliant point.

Gillian O’Brien kicked her second point but the response from Waterford was prompt with a point from Maria Delahunty.

A defence splitting move with great inter-play from Delahunty and Aileen Wall set Sinead Ryan up for a well taken goal on 20 minutes and when Maria

Delahunty kicked a free from the ground out on the sideline two minutes later to give Waterford an eight points lead it looked like an impossible task for the Tipp girls to salvage anything out of the game.

Indeed, the game was over as a contest in the next three minutes. Maria Delahunty was at the end of a passing movement which started in the full back line with Karen McGrath and duly planted the ball to the back of the Tipperary net.

The Abbeyside girl added a point a minute later before Sinead Ryan took over again with a goal in the 28th minute, followed by another one a minute later and a point for good measure in the 30th minute, along with a point from Aileen Wall to leave Waterford out of sight.

Tipperary got a consolation point on the stroke of half-time when Lorraine O’Shea scored but the gap was a massive 19 points when Maurice Mulcahy blew the half-time whistle. Half-Time score Waterford 4-11; Tipperary 0-4.

Waterford opened the second half in determined mood, not prepared to let the concentration levels drop and were rewarded with five points without reply.

Aileen Wall opened the scoring followed by a free from Maria Delahunty. Aileen Wall was back on the score sheet a minute later with a well taken point before hard working Mary Foley got reward for her efforts with two well taken

points.

Tipperary availed of a rare mix-up in the Waterford defence in the 47th minute when Gillian O’Brien got inside the full back line and the Moyle Rovers player gave Katie Hannon no chance with a well taken goal.

This stung the Waterford ladies back into action Sinead Ryan got a point on 51st minute and substitute Hannah Landers struck for two well taken goals and a point for good measure to complete the scoring with Waterford very comprehensive winners on the final scoreline Waterford 6-18; Tipperary 1-4.

This was a very impressive win for the Deise girls who have now qualified for the Munster final. All over the field they went their personal battles with the Tipperary girls.

Based on this weekend’s results Waterford will now face Clare in the Munster final but these two teams will have to face each other in the final round robin series of games.

This game is scheduled to take place next Sunday in Fraher Field at 2:00.

Waterford lined-out as follows Katie Hannon, Megan Dunford, Karen McGrath, Linda Wall (Capt.), Emma Murray (0-1, Elaine Power, Michelle McGrath, Louise Ryan, Mairead Wall, Grainne Kenneally, Maria Delahunty (1-5), Aileen Wall (0-3), Mary Kate Morrissey, Sinead Ryan (3-6), and Mary Foley (0-2). Subs used: Hannah Landers (2-1), Nora Dunphy, Michelle Ryan, Nicola Fennell, Kate McGrath.

Waterford's Elaine Power about to find a team mate during the win over Tipperary in the Munster Ladies Gaelic Football Championship game at the Fraher Field.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Local Bar Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group 2

Local Bar Western Junior ‘B’ Hurling Championship Group 1

Unbeaten Clashmore tops Group 2

Ed Donovan’s and Shane Lambden’s goal feast

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-10; Shamrocks …………..0-13.

LATE points by Keegan O’Farrell and Chris Murphy gained Shamrocks a precious group point in this closely fought Group 2 game in Clashmore last Friday evening. The Shamrocks were ahead at half time by 07 to 0-4, thanks to points from placed balls by Chris Murphy and other scores by James Walsh, Bernie Kelleher and Jamie Murphy. Clashmore were slow to start and they were reliant on points by

Donie Scanlon, Adam Curley (f), Robbie Deady and Shane Kennefick to stay somewhat in touch for the restart.

Shamrocks increased their advantage to 0-10 to 0-5 by the end of the third quarter but a 49th minute Donie Scanlon goal ignited his team and further scores came from the hurleys of Adam Curley, 0-3f and Robbie Deady to give the home team the lead by 1-10 to 0-11 with 53 minutes on the clock. In a tense final ten minutes of the game, there was no further scoring

until Keegan O’Farrell and Chris Murphy ensured that both teams left the field with honours shared. Best wishes to Clashmore’s leading scorer Adam Curley, who received a shoulder injury in the 55th minute, forcing him to retire from the game.

Clashmore: Brian Dunne, Conor Lynch, Ed Beresford, Donal O'Connor, Edmund Ledingham, Paudie Allen, Declan Coughlan, Adam Curley 0-6 (4f), James O'Leary, Donal Scanlon 1-1, Robbie Deady 0-2, Sean O'Connor, Ryan O'Sullivan, Roger Ryan, Shane Kenefick 0-1.

Subs: Tadgh Cunningham for

Shane Kenefick, Eamon Keevers for Ryan O'Sullivan, Ryan O'Sullivan for Adam Curley (inj).

Shamrocks: Liam Murphy, Michael O'Neill, Thomas Baldwin, Michael Smith, John Baldwin, Tomas O'Neill, Liam Dalton, Sean Murphy, Chris Murphy 0-7 (6f), Conor Goulding, Jamie Murphy 0-2, Bernie Kelleher 0-1, Alan Kelly, Edward O'Neill,James Walsh 0-1. Subs: Keegan O'Farrell 0-1 for Conor Goulding, Jodie O'Neill 0-1 for Edward O'Neill, Nat Smith for James Walsh, Diarmuid Ahearne for Liam Dalton, Pat Murphy for Alan Kelly.

Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

Honours even at Lismore Ballysaggart …………1-14.

Cappoquin …………..1-14.

BOTH clubs’ second fifteens played out an entertaining draw in Lismore last Friday evening. Both the goals were scored in the first half with Seamus Kearney netting for ‘Saggart and Paudie Landers for the Cornerstone.

Ballysaggart led at the inter-

val by 1-8 to 1-7, courtesy of 0-7 (4f) by Ronan Walsh while Gavin McCarthy, 0-3 and Sean Cullinane, 0-2 were the main scorers for Cappoquin.

The second half was an equally close affair which Cappoquin edged by 0-7 to 0-6, ensuring a share of the spoils with late scores by

Ronan Walsh and Gavin McCarthy for their respective teams sending both clubs home reasonably happy.

Ballysaggart: Adrian Meagher; Jack Cunningham, Sham Clancy, Kevin Murphy; Paudie Hale, Bobby Ryan, Shane Meagher; Stephen Hale 0-1, Liam O’Gorman 0-1; Michael Ryan, Ronan Walsh 0-9, Seamus Kearney 1-0; Conor Bennett,

Fergal Meagher, Jamie Walsh 01. Sub: Padraig Murphy.

Cappoquin: Sham McCarthy; Evan Mason, Tom Mansfield, Brian Crotty; Jack Mangan, Killian Denn, Nathan O’Mahony 0-1; Moss Noonan 01, Gavin McCarthy 0-7; Sean Cullinane 0-3, Pat Fitzgerald, Colin Landers; David Sheehan, Craig Dunne 0-1, Paudie Landers 1-1.

Ref: John Condon (An Rinn.

Brickeys surprise An Rinn LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR ‘B’ HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP GROUP 1 Brickeys …………… 3-11; An Rinn ………………1-16.

IT was a weekend of surprises in the Western Championship which has plummeted our Forde’s Daybreak Forecast Corner to an all time low Success Rate.

This Group 1 game in Ardmore was an example

when top of the table, An Rinn were pipped at the post by two late goals scored by Brickeys corner forward Gavin Flynn.

An Rinn were heading for the winner’s enclosure when Fynn struck after team mate Tadhg Tobin had raised an earlier green flag.

This victory brings Brickeys up to four points, the same as An Rinn, who have been knocked off top of

the table on points difference

by Abbeysides 6-21 to 1-3 win against Modeligo.

An Rinn will have the opportunity this week to make an early return to the top when they play Geraldines in the next round but that will also be a tough game to win.

Brickeys: Ray Landers; Darren Cooney, Eoin Drea, Darragh O’Grady; Kieran O’Neill, Kevin McCarthy, Richard Halpin; Ian Walsh, Diarmuid Tobin; David

Ryan, Tadhg Tobin,Sam Keohan; Gavin Flynn, James Cooney, William Barron.

Sub: Ryan O’Neill.

An Rinn: Jack O hArtaigh; Neil O Muirithe, Tomas O Cadhla, Brian De Baruin; Tadhg O Cuirrin, Conor O Cuirrin, Darach O Cathasaigh; Sean De Paor, Lucas O Cuirrin; Cian O Fathaigh, Ray O Turraoin, Nioclas O Conduin; Sean Mac Craith, Ciaran O Toibin, Paraic O Lonain.

Fear Ionad: Dylan Toibin.

Referee: Shane Reddy (Modeligo).

Geraldines …………...6-12; Glen Rovers …………2-16.

A HAT-TRICK by Ed Donovan and two goals by Shane Lambden undid Glen Rovers winning ambitions in Bushy Park last Sunday morning despite the Melleray club scoring 2-16 which would win many a championship game. Following defeats to both Modeligo and the Brickeys, this was the Gers first championship win but it wasn’t a case of third time lucky as their forward division were lethal in front of goal.

None more so in this regard than the towering Ed Donovan who was a constant handful for the Glen defence and Shane Lambden was equally as effective in the first

half. Both raised the green flag twice each before the break, playing against the wind which levelled the teams at the short whistle on a score of 1-12 to 4-3.

Martin Ormonde scored Glen Rovers goal and Michael Crowley accounting for nine of their white flags.

Immediately on the restart, Geraldines grabbed the initiative with a third Ed Donovan goal and centre forward Liam O’Connell also took centre stage with seven second half points from play. Davy O’Connell scored the winners sixth and final goal in the 47th minute to give his team a 6-8 to 1-14 lead and a goal by Glen Rovers Mark Montayne with a clever high flick to the net in the 54th minute read

the scoreboard 6-12 to 2-15 as Geraldines ran out clear 0-10 winners.

Geraldines: Seamus Ronayne; Peter Coughlan, John Tobin, John O’Connor; Cian Ryan, Vincent O’Brien, Stephen Landers; James Casey, Michael O’Brien; Richie Lynch 0-1, Liam O’Connell 0-8, Pa Hickey; Shane Lambden 2-0, Ed Donovan 3-1, Davy O’Connell 1-2 (2f) 0-2f.

Subs: Morgan O’Connell, John Corkery, Mark Ronayne 0-1.

Glen Rovers: Ed Byrne; Pa Lyons, Philip O’Rourke, Shane Coughlan; James Crowley 0-1, Brian Hennessy, Craig O’Shea; Mark Montayne 1-3, Ciaran Flynn; Kevin O’Rourke, John Begley 0-1, Michael Crowley 0-11 (4f, 2’65’); Martin Ormonde 1-0, Gary O’Connor, Dean Coleman.

Sub; Mikey Bray.

Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

Abbeyside on track Abbeyside …………...6-21; Modeligo ………………1-3.

ABBEYSIDE gained their second win out of three outings in this year’s Western ‘B’ Junior Hurling Championship with a pillar to post victory over a gallant Modeligo team at the Burgery Grounds last Thursday evening. In Michael Maher, Richie Ryan and Nicky Dee the winners had three players that are capable of playing at a higher level and if they can hold on to this trio for the remainder of the championship, they will be there are thereabouts when the honours are being handed out.

Maher scored 4-4 in total,

Richie Ryan, 0-10 (2) and Nicky Dee prevented many a Modeligo attack gathering momentum from his position i lar na Pairce.

The home side led by 3-10 to 0-3 at the short whistle and this win now puts them on top of Group 1 on scoring difference ahead of both An Rinn and Brickeys.

Credit Modeligo, once again, they fielded a second team here and they were well served by such as Shane Hourigan, Sean Hennessy, Keith Hickey, Jessie Power and Micheal Power while Reg Fitzgerald’s ground strike rattled the net in the 55th minute.

Abbeyside: Paul Breen; Paddy Bergin, Aonghus O Raghnaigh, Jamie Ryan; Joey Mullen, David Morrissey, Pa Collins; Nicky Dee; Owen Young, Ian Kiely, James Beresford; Michael Maher, Richie Ryan, Jonathan Moore.

Subs: Jamie Organ, Ronan Proctor, Joe Walsh, Tony Collins, Kevin Dwane.

Modeligo: John Power; Keith Hickey, Jessie Power, Nicky Dalton; Gary Power, Paul Wright, Shane Hourigan; Richard McGrath, Sean Hennessy; Micheal Power, J. P. Ryan, Micheal Bumster; Nicky Walsh, Reg Fitzgerald, Eoin Quinn.

Subs: Stevie Bumster, Kevin O’Neill.

Referee: Tom Mansfield (Cappoquin).

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From the files of the Dungarvan Observer Wednesday, 28th September, 2005 TOP COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP REPLAY

Easy win for Lismore in replay Lismore 2-14; Stradbally 0-5.

FEW if any could have envisaged a 15 point victory for Lismore in last Saturday evening’s Top county senior hurling championship replay at the Fraher Field. It was an occasion when little went right for Stradbally as in the opening half they recorded a total of eight first half wides including no less than five of which were from the stick of county player Michael Walsh from frees.

That provided patrons with the essential difference on the scoreboard at half-time as the cathedral town men went in at the break leading by 1-6 to 0-3.

They received an early tonic as Michael Shanahan soloed fully 50 yards to drive the ball to the net in the 2nd minute. John Heneghan, Dan Shanahan receiving from a Dave Bennett free and David Howard added points to leave them six points clear by the 13th minute (1-3 to 0-0).

Ger Power, who was proving to be quite a handful at centre half forward, added a brace of points in the 17th/18th minute after having a 10th minute kick for a goal saved by a very alert Brendan Landers. Yet, their third point did not come until the 30th minute per Stephen Cunningham who also played well up front. In the 24th minute John Heneghan’s pass saw Michael Shanahan flick the ball goalwards with Michael Walsh clearing the ball off the goal-line. Sterling defender John Coffey who had the better of matters with Dan Shanahan was injured in this piece of

action and was forced to retire. Eoin Brackett, David Howard and a cheeky effort from Dave Bennett completed Lismore’s first half scoring with points.

On the turnover Dave Bennett’s 90 yard free saw John Halpin and Trevor Curran failing to hold the sliotar which went over the goal-line in the 32nd minute (2-6 to 0-3) and in truth the game was as good as over as a real contest at that stage.

It wasn’t that Stradbally were wanting in effort, no, it was that overall added to poor free-taking they lacked scoring potential up front while in contrast Lismore were converting points with ease. Michael Walsh pointed frees in the 33rd and 42nd minutes, yet Stradbally failed to score in the final 18 minutes.

Lismore went on to score 0-9 in the final 20 minutes per Dave Bennett (0-4), Dan Shanahan (0-2), John Heneghan, David O’Gorman and Paul Prendergast (0-1 each).

Lismore had James O’Connor back at fullback while Shane Kearney was switched to centre-back prior to the interval. Yet, it remains to be seen if they can reverse the previous result against the Gunners in next Sunday’s semi-final.

Stradbally never really played to their true potential here.

SCORERS AND TEAMS Scorers for Lismore: D. Bennett 1-5 (1-3 frees), M. Shanahan 1-0, D. Shanahan 0-3, J. Heneghan, D. Howard 0-2 each, D. O’Gorman, P. Prendergast, E. Bennett 0-1 each.

Scorers for Stradbally: G. Power, M. Walsh (frees 0-2 each), S. Cunningham 0-1.

Lismore: B. Landers, Michael O’Sullivan, J. O’Connor, S. Kearney, S. Bennett, P. Howard, W. Cunningham, E. Bennett, D. O’Gorman, D. Shanahan, D. Howard, P. Prendergast, M. Shanahan, D. Bennett, J. Heneghan.

Subs: Mark O’Sullivan for P. Howard, M. Prendergast for Cunningham, A. Ormonde for M. Shanahan, C. O’Keeffe for Mark O’Sullivan, B. Bennett for P. Prendergast.

Stradbally: T. Curran, T. Walsh, J. Halpin, O. Costelloe, K. Coffey, J. Coffey, T. Costelloe, M. Walsh, J. Hearn, P. Doyle, G. Power, S. Cunningham, N. Curran, G. Walsh, S. Lawlor.

Subs: P. Kiely for J. Coffey, M. Casey for Lawlor.

Referee: T. O’Sullivan (Cappoquin/Affane).

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Teams of Times Gone By COUNTY SENIOR FOOTBALL RELEGATION PLAY-OFF Team: Kilrossanty. Year: 2005. Date: Friday, September 30th. Opposition: Kilmacthomas.

Venue: Stradbally. Referee: John Michael Kelly (Shamrocks). Half-Time Score: Kilrossanty 0-8; Kilmacthomas 0-4. Full-Time Score: Kilrossanty 0-13; Kilmacthomas 1-8.

Stephen Raher; Conor Hayes, Gavin Byrne, John Ryan; Jay Kirwan, Roger Power, Paul Hayes; Stephen Prendergast, Mark Prendergast; Michael Walsh, Barry Prendergast, Brian Lannon; Willie Raher, Matty Kiely, Brian Kirwan.

Subs: Kevin Londregan, Ciaran Keating, Colin Dee. Scorers: Matty Kiely 0-7, Michael Walsh 0-3, Stephen Prendergast, Mark Prendergast, Willie Raher 0-1 each.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 15 Forecasts. 7 Correct. 8 Incorrect. Success Rate: 46%. Best So Far: 100%.

This Week’s Forecasts: County SFC: Brickeys v (Gaultier), Kilrossanty v (St Saviours).

County Minor Division 1 HC: Cappoquin v (Ballygunner), Cois Bhride v (Ballyduff Lower), Dungarvan v (Passage), St. Carthages v (De La Salle).

County Minor Division 2 HC: Abbeyside v (Brickeys),Roanmore v (Clonea), St. Pats v (Tramore), Mt. Sion v (Clan Na nGael).

County Minor Division 3HC: St. Olivers v (Ardmore), Clashmore v (Stradbally), Fourmilewater v (An Ghaeltacht), St. Saviours v (De La Salle ‘B’), St. Marys v (Ferrybank), Portlaw v (Erins Own).

Western IFC: Ballinameela v (Ballyduff).

Western IHL: Tourin v (St. Marys) Western JPFC: Modeligo v (Tallow) Western J’B’H: Geraldines v (An Rinn), Shamrocks v (Cappoquin), Glen Rovers v (Modeligo).

To Date: 318 Forecasts. 192 Correct. 126 Incorrect. Success Rate: 63.8%.

LOOKING for a fun filled week of activities this July & August? Well look no further than the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps that will be taking place in 35 GAA Clubs throughout Waterford in July & August 2015. Last year was a record year for Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps with almost 90000 boys and girls aged 6-13 taking part in Ireland and overseas.

Waterford had an increase in number with over 2350 taking part and we are hoping to grow that again this year. This is the fourth year of the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps sponsorship and the experience has been extremely positive for all involved.

Kellogg’s carried out some consumer research prior to this launch, which revealed that 73% of Irish families impressively devote more than ten hours per month to GAA sports – further proof that Gaelic games are an incredibly important part of Irish society.

The camps are open to all boys and girls aged 6-13 and take place Monday-Friday 10am-2.30 pm. Children born in 2009 who will be 6 in 2015 are welcome to attend if they wish.

There will be Hurling/Camogie, Gaelic

Football/Ladies Football & Rounders at all camps and many camps will have Handball also. Skills coaching, fun games, competitions & county player visits are just some of the highlights of each week.

GET YOUR WATERFORD COLOURED BAG FOR ATTENDING THE CAMPS This year we have a few new departures which will add to the excitement.

Everyone who attends the camp will now receive a county coloured bag so they can proudly display the county colours.

NEW GEAR FOR 2015 All children who attend the Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps will receive a Jersey and Training Top this year. So far the gear is proving very popular so be sure to book your place in your local GAA Club.

NEW 11-13 YEAR OLDS ATTENDING CAMPS During the camps we will be picking 1 boy and 1 girl from the oldest age group in each camp. These children will come to Carriganore on Tuesday, 25th August where we will have games against children from the camps in Wexford who are running the same programme.

Fraher Field Dungarvan FIXTURES Wednesday, 24th June U-14 Div ‘3’ County Football Final Replay At 7.30 p.m. Stradbally V Tramore ‘B’ Sunday, 28th June Ladies Football Intermediate Championship At 2.00 p.m. Waterford V Clare TICKET & PROGRAMME BOOTHS Patrons will note some new additions to our facilities at Fraher Field. A new Ticket Booth is now in operation at the main entrance, where patrons may purchase match tickets prior to entering the stiles. It is hoped that this will speed up the process of gaining entry to the field. Also one stile has been allocated for Pass-holders entry only. All pass holders must enter through this stile in order to have their passes scanned.

The other addition is a new booth for the sale of programmes, which is situated just inside the main gate.

County Bord na nÓg Fixture Wednesday 24/6/2015 Combined Waterford City Credit Unions (sponsored) U-14 Division 3 Co. Football Championship Final – Stradbally Vs. Tramore “B” – Fraher Field, throw-in at 7:30 p.m. Referee: G. Whelan.

In the event of a draw, extra-time (2 x 5 minutes) will be played.

COUNTY PLAYERS & AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME We are delighted to announce Jake Dillon as the Ambassador for the Waterford Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps 2015. Jake will visit each camp for 2 hours and engage in some coaching, skills tests with the boys and girls along with the usual signing of jerseys, hurleys, helmets etc!! Along with Jake we have a number of male and female inter county stars who will be working as coaches on the camps so you could be coached for an entire week by a county star.

Who knows a few of the Cups won by the various teams already this year may even make an appearance at the camps!!

HOW TO BOOK YOUR PLACE AT THE CÚL CAMPS Booking is available online at www.kelloggsculcamps.ga a.ie or application forms can be got in all GAA clubs and all primary schools. Cost of camps is €55 for 1 child, €100 for 2 children & €40 for 3rd and subsequent children from same family.

All children receive a Cul Camp kit & Rucksack.

Discounts are available for

children wishing to attend a 2nd camp. Completed application forms can be returned to your club coordinator or posted to Coaching Office, Waterford GAA, Walsh Park, Keane’s Road, Waterford.

In conjunction with Waterford Area Partnership we are able to provide SNA's to children who require them in the camps in Waterford City. All coaches on the camps are qualified GAA Coaches, are GAA Garda Vetted & have completed Child Welfare in Sport workshops.

We will be working with Waterford Ladies Football & Camogie County Boards to promote the camps across the county.

Application forms have been distributed to clubs and schools in the county and can be downloaded from www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.i e All in all a busy summer to look forward to in the next few months and hopefully the sun will be shining in the Déise in July and August. For a full list of dates go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie, contact your local club coordinator or county coordinator Eoin Breathnach at eoin.breathnach.gda.waterford@gaa.ie

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Fourmilewater SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

MINOR FIXTURE Monday, June 29th Fourmilewater V An Gaeltacht in Ballymacarbry at 7.30 pm.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior hurlers lost out 2-12 to 1-12 to our neighbours St Mary's Touraneena last Friday evening in Colligan. In what was an entertaining game between two committed side, we were unlucky to come out the wrong side of the result.

Great credit is due to both sides for serving up an exciting game.

WATERFORD U-21 HURLERS Congratulations to Conor Gleeson and the Waterford U-21 hurlers on their impressive victory over Cork last Wednesday evening. They now go on to play Clare in the Munster Semi final.

WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT The Club’s weekly lotto took place in Doocey's Bar last Saturday evening. One Winner.

Congratulations to Michelle Guiry. Numbers drawn 2, 6, 22. Jackpot €600. Next week's jackpot is €300.

WEEKLY LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Dooceys Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club.

45 CARD RESULTS Winners Pat & Mary Guiry; Patsy Halleran & Ger Henebry; Jim Skehan & Mickey Nugent; Paddy & Vincent Wall; Helen Ryan & Cathern Whelan; Michael Ormond & John O’Donovan.

Lucky Tables: Jimmy Quinn & Tom Brazil; Mary Murphy & Mary Kerns.

NIGHT AT THE DOGS A race night will be held in the Clonmel Greyhound Track on Thursday, August 13th in aid of The Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans. The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilwater GAA clubs and The Ballymacarbry ladies football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success the three clubs have enjoyed in the past, we need to improve our facilities in order to maintain these success we need these improvements. The new facilities will also be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters. Tickets are €10. A ticket gives you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1000. This is a family event and U-16's go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will also be getting a great night out with the family. The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night.

Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs.

Sponsorship: We are also looking for people/businesses/companies to sponsor pages in The Race Night Booklet. Full page €100; Half page €50; Quarter page €25. All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

FOURMILEWATER HURLING/WATERFORD HOSPICE JOINT FUNDRAISER MIZEN HEAD TO MALIN HEAD 2 DAY CYCLE CHALLENGE Fourmilewater hurling club in conjunction with the Waterford Hospice are delighted to come together to promote a joint fund raiser in September 2015. A group of 10 able bodied cyclists is being formed to take on the significant physical and mental test of cycling all the way from Mizen Head at the very far south of County Cork to Malin Head at the top of Donegal. To put this challenge in context, if you were to drive it in a car, without stops, it would take you in excess of 8 hours and that would be doing well! The lads are very motivated and already in serious training to take this on over an aggressive 2 day duration, with a stop off in Athlone after day 1. A number of fundraising events will be held in advance with all profits going back to FMW hurling club and the very worthy cause of the Waterford Hospice. At this juncture we are inviting any corporate brands that might like to come on board and have their corporate logo used in conjunction with the venture. A special jersey will be commissioned in due course with all of the corporate sponsors to be included. If your company is interested and wish to come on board then please contact Ronan Ryan at 087-6084788 or Beanie Byrne at 0876436046 DEISE DRAW This month Deise Draw takes place this Friday in the Community Centre at 9 p.m. Please come along.

NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616.

Support: We are always very grateful for the

support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing.

We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match.

Thank you again for your support and cooperation Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc.

Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield.

Training – U-12's: Our U-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1.

U-10/ U-11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening in the Milfield at 6 pm €1.

U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursday's between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1 U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1.

Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Brickey Brickey Rangers Rangers LOTTO We had no winner of last weeks draw which was held in The Tudor House and following numbers were drawn: 4, 5, 6, 25. €25 to each of the following: Seamie Phelan, Willie Halpin, Noel Fitzgerald Snr. and Nicky Power. This week's draw carries a jackpot of €5,050 and will be held in The Local Bar. JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at 10.30 am. New players always welcome, come along and have fun meet new friends and learn some new skills. If any parent would like to help for an hour or two on Saturday morning be it one Saturday a month or every week you are more than welcome. It is the most fun you will have while working with the children.

The under 8's are currently involved in a play and stay series each Monday night from 6.30 p.m. in Bushy Park, two weeks of hurling and then two weeks of football. For these young lads and lassies it will be the first time playing in a match, so all support would be appreciated.

Under 9 & 10: Training continues each Friday night at 6.30 p.m.

Larry Quinn Hurling Skills: U-13 Larry Quinn Skills at 6.30 pm in Bushy Park on Wednesday, June 24th. 3 players per Club.

Players born in 2002 invited to attend.

Feile 2015: After four weeks of anticipation we finally got going to Feile. The trip was a resounding sucess and the club was well represented. In our group which was one of the toughest in the Division, the competition was fierce and it was evident that it was the strongest group when the fur teams qualified for the semi-finals in Derry on Sunday. We were unfotunatate to lose to Garry Spillane in a game where a gale of wind was blowing and there was a torrential down pouring of rain. Our hosts for the weekend were Bredagh in Belfast and the players, mentors and all who travelled were in absolute awe of the hospitality, kindness and welcome that each and every person involved in the Feile showed to us. Full Féile report to follow.

DEISE DRAW The June Deise Draw will take place on this Friday night. Please have money in to Mary McGrath this week.

BRICKEY RANGERS U-14 CAMOGIE Fraher Field was the venue for the under 14 camogie B county final between the Brickeys and St. Anne’s. The atmosphere in the Brickeys dressing rooms was electric and confident prior to the game.

Conditions for the game were perfect and from the get go the Brickeys seized to initiative, dominating the first half, with some great hurling, work ethic, team work failed to turn all this possession into scores and the teams ended the first half tied.

The second half proved a more robust affair with every ball fiercely contested. The Brickeys pressed forward and were rewarded with a wonderfully taken goal to put us ahead midway through the half.

As the game entered the closing stages the girls tired a little from the huge effort in the first

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Committee members of the Ballysaggart Ladies Football Club with their main sponsors for Féile, Mark Ardern, Process Automation Solutions (an ATS Company), Ray Ryan (Toss Bryan's), Adrian Meagher, Club Chairman, representing (Kearney Catering), Paddy Nugent (Nugent’s Garage).

half and St. Annes levelled the game and then went ahead by a point when they were awarded a free in front of goal with minutes to go.

Shortly afterwards the referee blew the whistle and the Brickeys lost by the slimest of margins. It has to be said, the girls put in a stellar performance. The attitude and dedication by this team cannot be ignored and they are a credit to themselves, their parents and their club. No doubt lots of silverware is in the future for this young team.

Team: Ellen Kirwan, Misha Dee, Aoife O’Neill, Rhona Curran, Niamh Fennell, Clare Curran, Kate Heffernan, Ava Healy, Carly Dunford, Saoirse Curran, Aine O’Neill, Emily Murphy, Amy O’Donovan, Beth Gardener, Elle Maye, Fiadh Colleran, Ailbhe Shanley, Aoife O’Brien.

Geraldines JUNIOR “B” HURLING Geraldines 6-13; Glen Rovers 2-16 On the longest day of the year, the lads recorded their first victory in the Junior “B” Hurling Championship against Glen Rovers in Bushy Park. Glen Rovers got off to a great start with three early points but the lads bounced back with a goal from Ed. Further goals from Ed and Shane Lambden bought us back level with Glen Rovers at various stages in the first half. The discipline from the lads was poor as Glen Rovers free taker punished them every time from all areas on the pitch. At half-time the teams were level. Gers 4-3; Glen 1-12.

In the second half the lads drove on further with Ed completing his hat-trick of goals and further goals coming from Shane Lambden and David. The discipline from the lads was fantastic in the second half as Glen Rovers only scored 14 in the half. Sham and his backs dominated the second half winning everything. Midfield was strong in both defending and attacking. The forwards shooting was immense. Liam scored some fantastic points on his debut. Final score Gers 6-13; Glen Rovers 2-16.

Team: S. Ronayne, P. Hickey, J. Tobin, J. O’Connor, C. Ryan, V. O’Brien, R. Lynch, J. Casey, M. O’ Brien, S. O’Brien, L. O’Connell, S. Kenny, S. Lambden, E. Donovan, D. O’Connell. Subs: M. O’Connell, M. Ronayne, J. Corkery.

FIXTURES Junior “B” Hurling Championship Vs An Rinn in Clashmore at 7.30 pm on Friday, 26th June.

Junior Football Championship Vs Ballinacourty in Colligan at 7.30 pm on Friday, 3rd July.

Intermediate Football Championship Vs Ballinacourty in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, 4th July.

Kill CLUB LOTTO The draw this week took place in Kirwan’s Bar, last Monday night 15th June, and it produced no winner of the jackpot worth €10K. We had one match 3 and Padraig Dunphy (publican) nets €50 for himself. He will host the next draw where the 10k is still up for grabs.

DEISE DRAW The June draw takes place this Friday evening, 28th and is hosted by the Nire/Fourmilewater club. Let’s hope for a change in fortune this time around. As always Hannah awaits for your 'dues ' so all promoters please be prompt with your returns.

TONY KIRWAN PLANT HIRE EASTERN FOOTBALL LEAGUE We traveled to Dunhill last Saturday evening,

20th June, to take on Tramore in the fourth and final round of the league. On a beautiful sunny Summers evening, Kill matched the weather with their best performance of the year to date.

Despite having played no football in 8 weeks we showed no signs of rustiness early on as we raced into a 1-5 to 0-1 lead with Tadgh Campbell netting from a rebound. Our full back line were well on top at this stage with Niall Hennessy and Luke Middleton outstanding, however in the last 5 mins of the half Tramore got a run on us which culminated in them getting a fortunate goal on the stroke of half time to leave us 2 points up.

With the breeze at our backs we kicked on again on the resumption. A second green flag from Tadgh saw us open up a 7 point lead and when Ray Hennessy goaled from the penalty spot the 2 points were in the bag. For the closing 10 mins our forwards kicked sum great scores, with captain Anthony Kiely’s the pick of them.

Final score Kill 3-16 Tramore 1-9.

The team was:- Brian O’Sullivan, Luke Middleton, Niall Hennessy, Fergie Whelan, Corey Kennedy, Eric Lonergan, Paidi Raher, Anthony Kiely, Jim Halley, Tadgh Campbell, Sean Cheasty, Oisin Queally, Ben Gallagher, Ciaran Kirwan, Ray Hennessy. Subs used:- Richie Cullinane, Peter Torpey, David Casey, Colm Casey, Ollie St. John.

UPCOMING FIXTURES One fixture that definetly goes ahead this coming weekend is the junior football game against De La Salle. It is fixed for Gracedieu this Friday evening 26th June with a 7.30 p.m. throwin. A win for the juniors would seal a place in the knockout stages with still 2 rounds to go.

Meanwhile, our intermediates finished 3rd in their group and are due to play the 4th place team in the other group in round 1 of the championship proper. As the other group has not been completed as of writing these notes we are not 100% sure of who, where, and when we will be playing. More than likely it will be Kilmac and this game could be this weekend or next week. Keep in touch with club officer for more.

Ballysaggart Ladies Ballysaggart Football Ladies Football BALLYSAGGART TO REPRESENT WATERFORD AT FÉILE Ballysaggart Ladies Football Club are proud to have the opportunity of representing Waterford at Féile this year. The event will be held this weekend 26th to 28th June in Wicklow/Carlow/Wexford. Ballysaggart’s host club will be Bray Emmetts, Co. Wicklow. Féile is a prestigious event on the Ladies Football Calendar and Ballysaggart are thrilled of the opportunity to be part of it.

Ballysaggart Ladies Football Club was formed in 1996 with just a Junior team and it wasn’t until 2010 that the Juvenile side of the club was set up. Starting all those years ago the club had just 20 members but over the years it has gone from strength to strength and today there are over 90 girls registered with the club. The club has taken the girls on a journey over the years, winning many county finals. Some went on to represent the club at county level and even went on to win All Ireland medals.

Sometimes being the best doesn’t always mean winning. The girls in the club have always given their best and are a credit to the jersey and themselves.

It’s also about the people who have given of

their time to build the foundation stone on which this great club now stands. It’s a testament to all their hard work and it’s with their hard work and goodwill that the future certainly looks bright for Ladies Football in Ballysaggart.

Life is not measured by the breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away and the club going to Feile is just one moment in time and we hope for the girls it’s a memorable one.

Also life in Ballysaggart is not measured in time but by the love we share and the memories we make together. The girls along with their mentors have made many happy memories over the years. It’s not just about the girls winning matches but it’s about their winning their hearts and the journey we’ve taken and the many friends that we’ve made along the way. It’s with the support and generosity of the clubs sponsors, the parents and the help of so many individuals that have made this trip to Féile possible.

Sincere thanks to our Sponsors for Féile – Toss Bryan (Fermoy), Process Automation Solutions (an ATS company), Paddy Nugent, Kearney Catering, Roche’s Tyres & Shop, Meagher’s Bar, Willie Roche, Ballysaggart Festival Committee, GAA Western Board, Ballysaggart GAA Club, Riordan’s SuperValu (Fermoy), Kevin Hale, Pat Denn, Summerhouse (Lismore), Ladies Football County Board, Carmel Hale, Signet (Dungarvan) Ger Wyley, Dungarvan, Martin & Martina Landers, Ann & Cliffe Bennett, Diarmuid Walsh, Jackie Ryan, Hale Imports (Ballyporeen), Cash N Carry Clonmel, Pat Devine (Lismore Vets), Inka Design & Print, Michael Houlihan (Mace), Printmaster (Dungarvan).

FUNDRAISING EVENTS FOR FÉILE Cake Sale – Sincere thanks to all those who provided home baking and to those who supported it.

Guess the Score – Sincere thanks to Willie Roche who kindly sponsored our ‘Guess The Score’ and to Mike Houlihan and Willie Roche for allowing the club to sit outside their premises.

Sincere thanks also to the parents and individuals who sat and sold the lines on the day. No one guessed the score correctly so all names were put into a hat. The winner was Dean Paul Draper, the Deanery Lismore.

Table Quiz – Sincere thanks to our Quizmaster on the night Edward Lynch, to Martin Landers for sound, to Riordans SuperValu (Fermoy) who kindly sponsored 1st Prize and finally to all those who came and took part.

Bag Pack – Sincere thanks to Centra (Fermoy) for allowing the club a bag pack and to the parents and children who helped on both days.

Officers of the Club – Chairman: Adrian Meagher; Secretary: Martina Landers; Joint Treasurers: Deirdre O’Donnell and Claire O’Callaghan; PRO: Carmel Hale; Child Welfare Officer: Jackie Ryan.

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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €2,800 as on Sunday night last Paudie Morrissey was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 24 which wasn’t the Joker although he did win €50. Rosarie Donovan and Eilis Wilkins won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store, Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Eurospar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crotty’s Corner Bar. JUNIOR HURLING On Thursday night last, our Junior B team welcomed Modeligo to Abbeyside and recorded a big win on the night.

Team: P. BREEN, P. BERGIN, A. O RATHALLAIGH, J. RYAN, J. MULLEN, D. MORRISSEY, P. COLLINS, N. DEE, D. HICKEY, J. BERESFORD, I. KIELY, E. YOUNG, M. MAHER, J. MOORE, R. RYAN. Subs: J. WALSH, R. PROCTOR, T. COLLINS, K. DWANE, J. ORGAN

Then on Friday night our Junior A hurling team took on Tallow in Bushy Park and at the end of a high scoring entertaining game it was Tallow who emerged victorious.

Team: L. POWER, M. COLEMAN, D. HENLEY, C. McCARTHY, P. LYNCH, G. BREEN, J. DUGGAN, D. FERNCOMBE, C. KINDREGAN, E. ENRIGHT, M. FIVES, S. CROTTY, J. O’BRIEN, L. HURNEY, E. KIELY.

MUNSTER HURLING FINAL Any member wishing to order tickets for the Munster Senior Hurling Final is asked to have their order with Jonathon Donovan by this Sunday evening.

BOOKING OF FIELDS With a number of teams starting back training we would like to remind all team managers to please ensure that they book the field with Michael O’Donovan prior to training.

CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €500.

JUVENILE SECTION KELLOG’S CÚL CAMPS The Waterford GAA Cúl Camps are back again this year and this year they will take place In Abbeyside/Ballinacourty from June 29th to the 3rd of July. Our club co-ordinator is Audrey and she can be contacted on (087) 6987388 for any information regarding these camps. Alternatively you can find information on these camps and book your place on kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie MINOR HURLING Now that the leaving cert has finished minor hurling training has started again. Our first game is fixed for Monday, June 29th away to the Brickeys.

UNDER 14 We played the first round of the Division 1 hurling championship on Monday night of last week against Tramore. After playing a nice brand of hurling throughout our lads won the game comfortably on a score line of 5-11 to 0-8.

This weekend this group of young players head for Carnew in County Wexford to take part in the annual national Féile Peil competition where they will represent Waterford. We wish everyone involved well and hopefully all the players involved will remember this outing for many years to come. This a great opportunity for all the players involved to test themselves against some of the best players in the country at this age group and we are all sure in the club that they will do the club and their families proud over the weekend.

UNDER 12 Our under 12 team played against Cois Brid on Friday night last and everyone involved acquitted themselves well.

UNDER 9 Our under 9 team have just finished their Town and Country League in hurling and football.

In total they played eight matches and every one of the group improved as the league went on.

This group also travelled to Killeagh last weekend to take part in a hurling blitz. The improvement that was seen from the first game this group played this year to the blitz last weekend was plain for all to see and a big thank you must go to the mentors involved at this age group.

ABBEYSIDE/BALLINACOURTY PLAYER PROFILES Name: Nicky Fitzpatrick Age: 7 years Favourite Food: Pancakes Favourite Sport: Soccer Favourite TV: In a zooma eleven Name: Adam Fitzpatrick Age: 6 years Favourite Food: Shepherd’s Pie Favourite Sport: Soccer Favourite TV: Mr. Bean

Naomh Brid Brid LEAGUES The Under 8 Blitz is beginning this week.

There will be two weeks of hurling followed by two weeks of football.

The Under 12 hurlers had a good win over Dungarvan on Friday last. We have Abbeyside

left to play on Friday week and possibly Cois Brid if we can get game re-scheduled.

There is just one game left in the Under 11 league also, it is away to Ardmore on Friday evening at 7.00 pm.

CROKE PARK BLITZ. On Monday next our under 12 hurlers are due to play a blitz in Croke Park. There will also be a Museum tour which will now take place before the blitz, because of this we will have to leave a little earlier than we had planned. The Bus will be departing at 9.15 a.m. from Modeligo, then collecting in Touraneena at 9.30 p.m. Each child will need a packed lunch, water and hurling gear. We are stopping for a meal on the trip home and hoping to arrive by 9.30 p.m., we will notify parents on route.

CUL CAMP This year the Naomh Brid Cul Camp is to be held at the Touraneena venue. Log on to www.gaa.ie/kellogsculcamps for online applications.

The camp will run from Monday, August 3rd to Friday, August 7th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. each day. It is open to all boys and girls between 6 and 13 years of age.

Some of the gear has arrived for the early applicants and this will be handed out during this week.

CLUB NOTES If any person or group in the club wants to include match news, fixtures or photos etc in the weekly notes please send email to the club PRO. Email address is (nb-pro@outlook.ie). These need to be received by Sunday evening at 6 p.m. for inclusion that week.

Affane/Cappoquin WESTERN JUNIOR HURLING C'SHIP Cappoquin 1-14; Ballysaggart 1-14.

Cappoquin took on Ballysaggart last Friday evening in Lismore which turned out to be a nip and tuck affair with the 'Saggart eading at the interval by minimium 1-8 to 1-7.

The second half was evenly contested where Cappoquin came from two points down to level the game with a late Moss Noonan free.

Cappoquin team; Sham McCartthy, Brian Crotty, Tom Mansfield, Evan Mason, Nathan O’Mahoney, Killian Denn, Jack Mangan, Moss Noonan, Gavin McCarthy, Colin Landers, Pat Fitzgerald, Sean Cullinane, David Sheehan, Paudi Landers,Craig Dunne. Sub: James Mason.

CLUB LOTTO Club Lottto, Monday,15th June. No winner.

No's drawn 10, 11, 13, 26. €20 consolation winners: Brian/Geraldine Murray, Kilbree; Bernard Cullinane, Carrick-on-Suir; Peter Ahearne, Lismore; Noelie Hennessey, and Cappoquin Camogie Club.

This week’s draw took place on Monday, June 22nd and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 1, 6, 20, 23. €20 consolation winners: Billy O’Donoghue, Shanbally; Donagh Cummins, Main Street; John Cunningham, Green St.; Terence Walsh, Allen St. and Rena O’Donoghue, Shanbally.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, Name the four Passage players on the Waterford U-21 hurling panel that won the AllIreland in 1992?

2, Who was centre half forward on the Waterford U-21 hurling team that won the AllIreland in 1992?

3, Who is the Waterford man to win a Sigerson Cup medal in goal for UCD when they defeated Maynooth in the final in 1973?

THIS WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Cork lost three National League finals in 2015.

2, Martin Geary won County senior hurling medals with Mount Sion and Western Gaels Limerick.

3, John Byrne won a National League and a munster championship with Waterford in 1963 and also won a Cork County Senior hurling championship in 1963.

WEST U-13 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FIXTURES Rd 2 Saturday, July 11th at 3 p.m. A v Clashmore Rd 3 Monday, July 20th at 7 p.m. H V Stradbally Rd 4 Thursday, 13th Aug. A Bye Rd 5 Monday, Aug 24th at 7 p.m. H V Clashmore.

Rd 6 Thursday, Aug 7th at 7 p.m. A V Stradbally West Final Sept. 13th County Final Saturday, Sept. 19th COUNTY SENIOR HURLING C'SHIP Roanmore 2-13; Cappoquin 2-08.

Cappoquin took on Roanmore last Sunday in the County Senior Hurling C'ship at the Fraher Field. This was a game where we were a little slow in settling in and will rue a lot of missed opportunities. Full report on the game can be seen in the GAA section.

Cappoquin: Donal O’Rourke, P. J. Curran, Colm Looby, Pat Morrissey, Tim Looby, Keith Landers, Evan McGrath, Dave Cahillane, Paul Murray, Pa Greene, Shane O’Rourke, Shane Coughlan, Andy Molumby, Killian O’Sullivan Aaron O’Sullivan. Subs used: Colin Landers, Tommy McCarthy, Moss Noonan, Rest of panel: Darren Curran, Damo McCarthy, Jack Mangan, Gavin McCarthy, Keith Farrell, Brian Crotty, Killian Denn, Nathan

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Clonea U-8s who participated in the Abbeyside Camogie blitz Saturday, 13th June 2015.

O’Mahoney, Sean Cullinane, Shane Murray, Kevin Looby, Pa Greene. Subs used: Shane Coughlan, P. J. Curran, Damian McCarthy.

SPEEDY RECOVERY The Cappoquin/Affane GAA club wish Roanmore's Billy Nolan who broke his collarbone in our Championship tie last Sunday a speedy recovery, also best wishes and a speedy recovery to our own corner back Kevin Looby who undergoes a cruciate operation this week for the injury he sustained in the Mt Sion tie.

“THE KUBE” Affane/Cappoquin proudly present " The Kube" on Saturday, August 29th in Cappoquin Community Centre.

CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE GAA CÚL CAMP This years Cúl Camp will take place from Monday, July 20th to Friday, July 24th. All details and payment can be made at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact Eilish Curran on 0876141686.

GOOD LUCK JAYO The Cappoquin/Affane GAA club wish our star U-16/Minor player Jayo Molumby the best of luck as he heads across channel this week to 'The Amex' to further his soccer career with Brighton & Hove Albion. I reckon 'The Seagulls' will soon have a supporter’s club branch at the Cornerstone, good luck and best wishes for the future Jayo.

AFFANE U-10 FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT This evening, Wednesday, 24th June in The Sportsfield from 6.30 pm to 9 pm (the main field).

U-12 TOWN/ COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE This evening, Wednesday, 24th June Cappoquin V Youghal, at 7 pm in The Sportsfield Lower pitch.

COUNTY U-16 HURLING C'SHIP Rd 1 Thursday, 25th June at 7 pm, Cappoquin V Fourmilewater in The Sportsfield at 7 pm.

U-11 TOWN/COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE Friday, June 26th; Cappoquin V Cois Bhride in The Sportsfield at 6.30 pm.

JUNIOR HURLING C'SHIP Friday, June 26th Cappoquin V Shamrocks at 7.30 pm in The Castle Farm Grounds, Lismore.

COUNTY MINOR HURLING C'SHIP Monday, June 29th Cappoquin V Ballygunner in The Sportsfield at 7.30 pm.

COUNTY U-14 HURLING C'SHIP Wednesday, July 1st Cappoquin V Ballyduff in Ballyduff at 7 pm.

Nire Nire SENIOR FOOTBALL Senior Championship: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-8; Nire 0-13; Nire 0-11; Ardmore 0-7; 28/06/15 Nire v’s Ballinacourty in Fraher Field 7 pm.

Phelan Cup 2015: Nire 1-10; De La Salle 1-5; Nire 5-16; Brickey Rangers 1-07; Ballinacourty 8-14; Nire 0-04; Nire 2-18; St. Saviours 0-10; Gaultier 1-10; Nire 1-09; Semi-Final: Nire 1-11; Stradbally 1-10; Final: Nire v’s Ballinacourty no date yet.

Junior Football Championship: Clashmore 0-7; Nire 4-10; Nire v’s Ardmore Conceded by Ardmore; Nire 0-7; Rathgormack 1-8; Nire v’s Ballinameela Conceded by Ballinameela.

Minor Football Division 1: Semi-Final Nire 0-7 Gaultier 3-10.

NIGHT AT THE DOGS A race night will be held in the Clonmel Greyhound Track on Thursday, August 13th in aid of the Mill Field Development Fund. Plans are

in place to upgrade our facilities in the Mill Field but we need to raise some more funds to support these plans.

The Mill Field is used by The Nire, Fourmilewater GAA clubs, and The Ballymacarbry Ladies Football teams. In order to maintain the enormous success that the three clubs have enjoyed in the past we need to improve these facilities. The new facilities will be of most benefit to our young players and our supporters.

Tickets are €10. A ticket will give you admission to the dogs on August 13th and also entry into a Buster Draw for €1,000.

This will be a family event and U-16s will go free. Not only will you be helping to improve our facilities for you and your children but you will be getting a great night out with the family.

The three clubs in the community have come together to organise this night. Your support is greatly appreciated. Tickets are available from the three clubs.

Sponsorship: We are also looking for people/businesses/companies to sponsor pages in the race night booklet. Full page: €100; Half page: €50; Quarter page: €25.

All support is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member.

Clonea Clonea CLONEA 100 CYCLE Thanks to all who took part in our Cycles this past Sunday and in particular a big Thank You to all our sponsors.

CLONEA JUVENILES Juvenile Blotto: Next draw is this Sunday, 28th June in Clancy’s Bar. Jackpot is now €5,600.

Please support us.

Kellogg’s Cul Camp: Our camp runs from 6th July to 10th July. Cost is €55 for first and reductions after that for two or more children.

Contact Tommy on 087-4120350 or Kevin on 086-2215401 for more details.

Ballinameela Ballinameela PREDICT THE SCORE COMPETITION As there were no correct scores submitted for our 'Predict the Score' competition, there will be a draw made to decide the winner, which will be announced next week. There is still some money to be returned to Finbarr for this fundraiser, so any club members who have not returned what they collected are asked to do so as soon as possible.

GOLDEN GOAL For the upcoming Munster final where Waterford will face Tipperary, Ballinameela GAA will run a Golden Goal competition with a €500 prize for the lucky winner. Every club member will be selling scratch cards with a time on them over the next 3 weeks at a cost of €2 per card. The exact time that the first goal is scored will be confirmed and posted on Twitter (@Ballinameela), on the club Facebook page and also in the newspaper notes.

WATERFORD U-21 Well done to Brendan Phelan and the rest of the Waterford u-21 hurlers on their impressive victory over Cork in the Munster u-21 hurling championship. Brendan came on in the closing stages of the game at full forward, where he was involved in setting up a point.

LEAVING CERTIFICATE Well done to each club member that completed their Leaving Cert over the last two weeks - Paul, Rob, Cian, Michéal, Mikey, Mike and not forgetting Donagh! The lads have put in a lot of hard work and no doubt they're glad to finally be

able to return to matches and training.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Intermediate Football Championship Saturday, 27th June - Ballinameela v Ballyduff in Lismore at 7.30 pm.

Saturday, 4th July - Ballinameela v Dungarvan in Bushy Park at 7.30 pm.

John Mitchels Mitchels John SPONSORED CYCLE The 4th July is edging closer for our John Mitchels Tralee to John Mitchels Fews sponsored cycle. This is a 200km cycle and will require a huge effort. They will be joined in Mallow by the 100km group returning to the field to music and a well deserved BBQ. Our underage will join in nearer to home so that the whole club are part of the event. The event is fully supported and is open to non members of the club also.

Sponsorship cards and Guess the Time are currently in circulation so please support. Contact Molly 0879654173 or visit our Facebook page for entry.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL 24th July is our next competitive match v Portlaw in the League Final. It's a long wait for a game having played 4 games in 5 weeks in March/April.

UNDERAGE We're having a great year with games over the past few months. We played Portlaw at home in u-9 on Wednesday last. There was some great scores and defending from both sides, much to the crowds enjoyment.

This Wednesday we travel to Ballyduff for u-10. Training every Thursday at 6:30 pm.

SUMMER CAMP We hold our 3 day camp in Fews on 15th, 16th and 17th July this year. The camp only costs €15 and is open to all children. Contact Molly for more details. Our members can take part in Clonea's Cúl camp the previous week if they are interested. Check website for details.

MUNSTER FINAL If you intend jumping on the bandwagon for the Munster Final where Waterford play Tipperary. You have to be a paid up member to apply for tickets. Contact Paddy for any payments.

RIP The Club would like to offer our condolences to the Comyn family on the recent passing of Monnie. Monnie enjoyed all things GAA and will be sadly missed by his family and friends. May he rest in peace.

St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles St. CLUB CAMPS This year’s Cul Camp will b held in Kill G.A.A. field from Monday, 3rd August - Friday, 7th August and is open to boys and girls from the ages 6-13. You can book online at www.gaa.ie/Kelloggsculcamps or through the club co-ordinater Claire Mullins on 086-3912126.

U-12 HURLING We were due to play Ferrybank last Friday, 19th June, in the city league, but due to a breakdown in communication, ourselves turned up, the ref turned up, but no home team turned up, so no game took place. The game maybe refixed at a later date.

U-9 FOOTBALL Kill was the venue, last Friday evening, 19th June, for the latest in the U-9 Go Games Series.

Rathgormack and Sacret Heart were the visitors on this occasion, which ment our team got two games, which went very well with a number of boys stepping up to the plate.

Naomh Juvenile Chartaigh Juveniles Naomh Chartaigh (Lismore / Ballysaggart Juvenile GAA NAOMH CHARTAIGH KELLOGG’S CUL CAMP 2015.

Reminder of dates for KELLOGG’S CUL CAMP for our club are AUGUST 17th to AUGUST 21st. Any queries contact Ber on 0870903292 or Nora on 085- 7309471.

HOLIDAY TIME Wishing everyone on holidays from school at present a great fun- filled summer. Hope the weather stays in our favour and most of all be safe where water is concerned. Just like on the field of play look out for each other and be carefull out there. Enjoy the Summer break. Happy days.

U-11s Our U-11s played Bride Rovers in a challenge at home last Wednesday evening.

COUNTY U-21s Well done to the Waterford U-21s who beat Cork in the Munster Championship last Wednesday evening. Wishing them the best of luck when they face Clare in the next round. add to Naomh chartaigh Juvenile GAA Notes U-14s Naomh Chartaigh U-14s played in Mallow last Saturday in the Provisional Feile. We played Fr. O’Neill’s and Rathmore in our first round games and won both well. As a result of winning both these games we played An Gaeltacht in the quarter final and we won this game as well. Now we were in the semi-final against Glen Rovers.

Unfortunately, this was to be our last game, with The Glen beating us and going on to be outright winners of the tournament. But well done to all for playing with such passion for their club, and thanks to the mentors and all who travelled on the day to support the lads.

Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Results 16th June: Numbers drawn were 3, 6, 14 and 23. No jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each were Paul Hale, Dylan Meagher and Mark Veale. Next week’s jackpot is €2,125.

BALLYSAGGART LOSE OUT TO MODELIGO On Sunday the Intermediate team faced Modeligo in the third round of the Western championship. Aided with the strong breeze Modeligo raced into an early lead with two goals and two points scored in the opening ten minutes to Ballysaggart’s two points. By half-time Modeligo led 2-9 to 0-5. Ballysaggart outscored Modeligo in the opening quarter of the second half by 1-3 to two points and with ten minutes to go Ballysaggart had narrowed the gap to three points on a score of 1-12 to 2-12. Modeligo found the net again in the last minute with Ballysaggart also finding the net in injury time.

The final score read Ballysaggart 2-12, Modeligo 3-12.

Team: Matty Meagher, Jack Roche, Eugene O’Brien, Stephen Mangan, Daniel Devine, Kieran Bennett, Cailean O’Gorman, Christy Murphy, Barry Murphy, Shane Bennett, Darren Meagher, Ken Cashel, Chris O’Gorman, Stephen Bennett, Sam Ryan. Sub: Ronan Walsh (Ken Cashel).

JUNIORS DRAW WITH CAPPOQUIN On Friday evening in Lismore Ballysaggart’s Junior Intermediate attached team played Cappoquin in their third round game. In a closely contested game Ballysaggart had a one point lead by half-time, score reading 1-8 to 1-7.

In the second half Ballysaggart matched Cappoquin point for point and with a minute left on the clock were still one point ahead only for Cappoquin to level the game in the closing minute. Final score Ballysaggart 1-14; Cappoquin 1-14.

Team: Adrian Meagher, Jack Cunningham, Sham Clancy, Kevin Murphy, Paudie Hale, Bobby Ryan, Shane Meagher, Stephen Hale, Liam O’Gorman, Michael Ryan, Ronan Walsh, Seamus Kearney, Conor Bennett, Fergal Meagher, Jamie Walsh. Sub: Ger Fennessy (Conor Bennett).

WATERFORD U21 Well done to the Waterford U21 hurling team and to Kieran, Stephen and Shane Bennett for their contribution to the win over Cork in the Munster semi final in Pairc Uí Rinn last Wednesday. Congratulations to Shane Bennett who received the Man of the Match award after the game.

FÉILE Best wishes from all in Ballysaggart GAA to the Ballysaggart under 14 Girls Gaelic Football team representing Waterford in Feile Peil na nÓg this weekend in Wicklow.

CYCLE FUNDRASIER Last Saturday morning we welcomed cyclists from Belnaleck, Co. Fermanagh. Belnaleck GAA Club had organised a fundraiser for last weekend by cycling through all the 1,630 clubs in Ireland .

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet JUNIOR HURLING We recored our first win of the year in hurling last Sunday with a hard earned win over a spirited Lismore side. It was a real team effort with everyone giving their all. A crucial goal from

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FOOTBALL We play Colligan on Friday, July 3rd in Bushy Park at 7.30 p.m.

Upper Juveniles Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff Juvenile U-8 HURLING The U-8’s started their West County Play and Stay Go Games Blitzes on Monday last, 22nd June with two hurling matches against Dungarvan and Fourmilewater on the night. Well done to all the boys. Next Monday they play Naomh Brid and Abbeyside/Ballinacourty, again in the Dungarvan club grounds.

U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY HURLING LEAGUE – SPONSORED BY GER WYLEY We will finish off this League with our final match this Thursday, 25th at home to Kilrossanty.

WESTERN BORD NA nÓG U-13 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION 2 Our U-13’s kicked off the first round of this Championship on Monday last, 22nd June away to An Gaeltacht. We were well beaten on the night and look forward now to our next match. We have a bye in the next round, so our next match will be at home against Cois Bhride on 20th July.

U-14 WEST DIVISIONAL KNOCKOUT CHAMPIONSHIP / BÓRD NA N-ÓG HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP We played Dungarvan last Thursday in the Division 2 Western U-14 Divisional Knock-out Championship and lost to a much stronger side on a scoreline of 6-10 to 4-4. We return to the Bórd na n-Óg Championship for our 4th round match against Cappoquin at home on Wednesday, 1st July.

BORD NA nÓG COUNTY U16 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION 3A This Championship begins this week with our first match away to St. Mollerans this Friday, June 26th at 7 pm. There will be seven matches in the Championship and it will run up until September.

PRIMARY SCHOOLS “B” GRADE HURLING COUNTY FINAL Congratulations to the boys in St. Michael’s N.S who made it through to the County Final of the Primary Schools Hurling “B” competition last week. Unfortunately, they were beaten by just 2 pts by Portlaw N.S. CÚL CAMP DATES This year’s Cúl Camp will take place from Monday 13th July – Friday 17th July. All details and payment can be made up until the date online at kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie.

Clashmore/Kinsaelbeg JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Junior hurlers played their third group game on Friday evening last when they took on near neighbours the Shamrocks in Clashmore on a fine evening for hurling. This was a very competitive contest as ever between these two teams and not for the first time this tie ended in a draw on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-13 points so another hard-earned point in the bag for our lads which leaves us on top of the group after three games.

On a side note we want to wish a swift recovery to Adam Curley who unfortunately broke his collarbone in a heavy tackle late on in the game.

INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our Intermediate hurlers were back in Championship action last night in a refixed game against An Rinn down in Bushy Park so we will include a full report on that next week.

DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The next Deise Development Draw will take place on Friday night in Ballymacarbry and we want to remind all of our monthly members to make sure you are paid up to date to ensure your place in the draw and the very best of luck to all of our draw members on the night!

CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES Club Nursery - Hurling This Saturday at 10a.m.: The Club Nursery takes place again this Saturday at 10 am and we will be doing hurling again this week. We had over twenty five kids playing last Saturday so another big crowd is expected this weekend. The Nursery is absolutely FREE for any child that is a club member and a mere €10 to register if a child is not a member yet and FREE subsequent to this. Any boys and girls aged from 5 to 8 are welcome to attend and will be split up as per their age group to make things easier. Parents please try to ensure all kids have hurleys and helmets if possible as there may not be enough spare hurleys and helmets to go around. The Nursery runs from 10am to 11am sharp each Saturday so it's ideal for parents who may have something planned for the afternoon. There is free tea and snacks and kids TV on in the Club Room so plenty to keep everyone occupied.

Brian and Tadhg Visit Nursery: Huge thanks go to County senior hurlers and proud clubmen Brian O'Halloran and Tadhg de Búrca who visited the Club Nursery last Saturday morning and brought the NHL Division 1 Trophy with them also. The kids got to ask the lads questions

Ballyduff Upper U-9's who won the Mary Pratt Tournament in Lismore recently.

and get their hurleys and jerseys signed as well as getting some great photos with the trophy. All in all it was a super morning, thanks to the lads for coming, the County senior hurling management for letting us have the cup and everyone who helped out on Saturday morning.

Cúl Camps: The GAA Kellogg's Cúl Camps will be swinging into action shortly and interest in the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg camp is already very high with a large number of online bookings and applications received. The camp is open to any boys and girls born in 2009 or earlier (ie any child turning 6 in this calendar year and up to 13 years). This year the camp runs from Monday, July 20th to Friday, July 24th from 10 am to 2:30 pm each day. The cost per child is €55 for the first child, €45 for a second child and €40 for each subsequent child. This is superb value considering each child receives five days of quality coaching, a Cúl Camp jersey, a Cúl Camp zip top and a gear bag in the County colours. Katie Fleming is the Camp Co-ordinator for Clashmore and she can be contacted on 087-9499266 to apply or indeed answer any questions. Please be sure to book early as places are limited and it makes things run much smoother if as many people as possible book in advance.

Super Valu GAA Kit for Kids: The club is hoping to get people to support us in our attempt to get some gear and kit for our teams by shopping in Super Valu Youghal. If you spend over €40 you get a voucher and if we collect a certain number of vouchers, we get a range of great gear sponsored by Super Valu. More information is available on their website www.supervalu.ie, once you receive your voucher it can be dropped in a box in-store. So please remember us when you are doing your weekly shop!

Lismore (Kindly sponsored by EAMONN'S PLACE) COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF PIETA HOUSE Date for diary SATURDAY, JULY 4th at Jennifer and Rudy Lyons’ home, Toor, from 11 a.m. a coffee morning will be held in aid of Pieta House. Directions to their house will be signposted on the main road. Your support for this worthy charity would be very much appreciated

by Jeni and Rudy. Hope to see you there for a cuppa and a chat.

WATERFORD U-21S Well done to the County U-21s who beat Cork last week and now face Clare in the next round.

Senior player Seanie Barry is on this panel of players and wish all involved the best in their preparations for the next round.

CLUB HURLING Our juniors hurlers played in Bushy Park on Sunday last against Kilgobinet. They were beaten by two goals at the final whistle.

Our seniors took on Passage last Friday evening in Fraher field in the 3rd round of the County Hurling championship. It was a case of catch-up for our players from the first whistle as we were 1-3 down within 3 minutes. It took 5 minutes for us to register our first score on the board this coming from a free taken by Maurice. Halftime score read Lismore 0-5 pts; Passage 2-14.

Scores for our team coming from the hurleys of Maurice 3 pts, Paudie Coleman 1 pt, and John Prendergast 1 pt.

Second half we had three changes with Brian Bennett, Jordan Shanahan and Eoin Bennett taking to the field of play.

Our second half performance fell short on the night to beat Passage, ending the game on a scoreline of Lismore 1-12; Passage 2-21. Other players to register a score on the night were Dan Shanahan and David Prendergast.

THANKS Thanks to all involved for putting up of the new flag poles on the grounds of the Community Centre. Great to see all three flags flying.

LISMORE CLUB LOTTO The club lotto was held on Monday evening, June 22nd, 2015 in the Community Centre at 7.30 p.m. Numbers drawn on the night for jackpot of €16,900 were as follows: 1, 5, 12, 28. No winner. Consolation prizes went to Theresa Kearnes, Eoin O’Donoghue, R. Lyons, N. Fitzgerald. Next week’s jackpot €17,050. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5.

Bhride Cois Bhride Kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware, Tallow UNDER 14 HURLING DIV 2 We played two games this week. On Monday we played away to Mount Sion and on Saturday we were away to Dungarvan. We struggled against both teams and we were well beaten on both occasions. So far in this championship, we have struggled against teams who are much stronger and more physical than us and we have to really improve if we have any chance of progressing in the above championship.

CROKE PARK BLITZ On Monday 29th our under 12 hurlers will take part in a Blitz in Croke Park, and this should be a great day out for everyone involved. There will also be a museum tour at 2 pm before the first match. The lads will have 3 games on the day, playing Kilmaley of Clare, Feenagh/Kilmeady of Limerick and Milford from Co. Cork and those that are travelling are asked to park in the Davin car park. A safe journey to everyone travelling.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Thursday, 25th June Under 16 Hurling Div 2: Away v Clan Na Gael at 7 pm.

Friday, 26th June; Under 11 Hurling Div 2; Away v Cappoquin at 6.30 pm.

Wednesday, 1st July; Under 14 Hurling Div 2; Home v Portlaw at 7 pm.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €3,300 held in Micilin’s Bar Sunday Night 21/06/15. Numbers were 03, 10, 22, 27. €30 to the following people Tom Behan, Dermot Kiely, Ballingowan. Seller’s Prize of €30 Jason Dee, Leamybrien. Next Clotto held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, Sunday night 28/06/15 for a Jackpot of €3,400 DEISE DRAW The next Deise Draw will take place in Ballymacarbry this Friday, 26th June. All outstanding monies to be into Mairead, Jason or Kevin.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our seniors will take on St. Saviours this Sunday, 28th June in Walsh Park at 7 pm. Please come along and support the men in green and gold.

WEDDING BELLS The Club would like to wish best wishes to one of our senior players Seamus Veale and Amy Murphy as they are to be married this coming Friday. Hoping that you both will have many happy and healthy years of wedded bliss.

JUVENILE NOTES Training: Continues on Monday evenings at 7 p.m.

New members always welcome.

Membership €10 per child or €40 per family.

Please ensure that all membership is paid as soon as possible and any outstanding 'Code of

Conduct' to be returned immediately.

Membership is necessary for all juvenile players if you have not registered please do so ASAP. Under 8 and 10 West Football Tournament: Well done to our under 8's who played in the final night of this tournament in Abbeyside last wed evening. All our players received medals on the night. Well done to all in involved.

Under 10's: The under 10's are away in Cappoquin this Wed evening kick off at 6.30 pm Micro Helmets: Are available to order through the club starting at €35. Azzurri helmets start at €25. Money must be paid up front with your order. The helmets are blue and white unless otherwise stated. Text can also be added e.g club name, players ne etc. The club colours are also available. Please contact 0871227678 if you wish to place an order.

Cul Camp: Kilrossanty Kellogg’s Cul Camp takes place this year week beginning July 20th.

Application forms were handed out to schools which must be returned with the money Damien Ryan or apply on line.

Under 12 Football: Our under 12's are off to Croke Park on Tuesday 30th to take part in an Activity day. They will be playing clubs from three different counties. They are all looking forward to playing in Croke Park. Let's hope some of them will get the chance to play their more than once...

Cake Sale and Coffee Morning: Thanks to everyone that contributed to our Cake Sale on Sunday last. Thanks to all of the parents that baked and to all of you that supported the event.

It is much appreciated.

Phobal Sean Sean Phobal JUNIOR FOOTBALL Training continues as usual in the lead up to our next game which is against Colligan on July 4th.

FUNDRAISER As usual, the crowds turned out for Tony and Margaret last Friday in support of their fundraiser for S.N. Baile Mhic Airt. Thugadar cístí leo, d'itheadar cístí nuair a thángadar agus nuair a bhí deireadh deanta bhí calmán deas sa bhuicéad don scoil. A sincere thank you to all who supported the cause in the various ways. Míle buíochas do Anthony Walsh, Paddy Joe Ryan agus laochra móra iomána na nDéise, Dan agus Maurice Shanahan, a chaith seal inár measc. Ba mhór linn a bhflaithiúlacht lena gcuid ama.

A special thanks, once again to Tony and Margaret, whose generosity and enthusiasm made it all happen. Nár laga Dia bhur lámha.

LÁ SPÓRT Bhí an-lá ar fad againn go léir ag lá spórt S.N. Baile Mhic Airt ar an Domhnach seo caite. Bhí comórtaisí de gach aon saghas ann- ciceanna agus pocanna fada, rásanna le dhá chos agus le trí chos, rásanna málaí agus rásanna spúnóg.

Bhí na daidí's agus na mammies ag rásaíoct agus ag tarraingt téada gan trácht ar na burgers iontacha a bhí ag an BBQ ag Paula.

Mar bhárr ar an lá bhí Tadhg De Búrca i láthair chun na boinn a bhronnadh ar na páistí. Tá súil againn a Thaidg, go mbeidh bonn nó dhó agat fein roimh deireadh na bliana!

IOMÁINT SÓISEAR 'B' Chaill An Rinn don chéad uair sa chomórtas seo i gcoinne Ródaithe na Brice ag an deireadh seachtaine (3-09, 1-16) Beidh siad ag cur chun páirce arís an deireadh sechtaine seo in aghaidh Na Gearaltaigh.

BIRTHDAY BOY One of our recently retired footballers celebrated a significant birthday last week. I am not at liberty to say how old he is but it is nineteen years since he last played under-21!

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Stradbally VIKING MARATHON All is set for Saturday next, 27th June where we have 20 runners taking part in the Waterford Viking Marathon. This is a great achievement to have so many runners representing Stradbally GAA, and great credit is due to each and everyone of them. We have seen these runners in the past few weeks putting in the hard work out on the roads. Please support these runners in the next few days as all money raised will go to field development.

To thank all the runners for their efforts over the past number of weeks Stradbally GAA will be holding a night in the Social Centre on Saturday, 27th June from 10 pm. There will be a Disco and finger food on the night, plus lots of drink to rehydrate our thirsty runners!! Everybody is welcome to come along for what will be a great nights entertainment.

ON U-21 PANEL Great to see our own Jack Mullaney on the Waterford U-21 hurling panel that beat Cork so convincingly last week. Jack is a very accomplished hurler, and is destined for a long career with Waterford. They now meet Clare.

U-14 FOOTBALL FINAL The U-14 Football County Final replay takes place tonight (Wednesday) in Fraher Field.

Please come and support these young players.

It would be great to add the U-14 title to our already won U-13 title.

INTERMEDIATE HURLING We played The Brickeys last Sunday evening in Intermediate Hurling in Fraher Field and had a win by 4 points. The score was Stradbally 0-14; Brickeys 0-10.

SEAN AHEARNE CUL CAMP The Sean Ahearne Cul Camp begins on Monday, June 29th and finishes on Friday, July 3rd. The camp is open to boys and girls from six years of age to thirteen years of age. The camp begins at 10.00 a.m. And finishes at 2.30 p.m.

Any queries on this camp talk to Tomas Walsh on 087-7681546 who will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

This year we also have a pre-school camp for boys and girls aged four and five years on the same week. This camp also begins at 10.00 a.m.

And finishes at the earlier time of 12 noon. These children will receive the Cúl Camp kit and bag and the cost is €40.You can’t register online for this camp.

MUNSTER FINAL On Munster Final day, 12th July you will be able to see the game live in the Social Centre on the big screen, this is a social event, bring the kids along to cheer on The Brick and the Waterford team against our neighbours Tipperary, relax and have your pint and arguments as the game progresses, this is a day out for all the family.

BARN DANCE Work is already underway for the Barn Dance which will take place on Saturday, 1st August in the Social Centre. This will be a night of song and dance and craic. Some big named entertainers will be in attendance on the night. We will keep you informed as the participants are added to our list of entertainers. Put this date in your diary and keep it free for that night.

STRADBALLY PATTERN DAY Date for your diary. Stradbally GAA will hold numerous events to celebrate our Pattern Day on September 14th. Watch this space where we will keep you informed of the huge number of events we will have on the day.

MINOR HURLING We play our first game in minor hurling next Monday night, 29th June and the opposition will be Clashmore / Kinsalebeg. It will be an away game.

LADIES NOTES U-12 girls due to play Na Deise in the A semifinal this Wednesday night 24th in Stradbally.

U-14 girls due to play Comeragh Rangers in the semi-final of this championship in Stradbally in the coming weeks.

Senior ladies are due to play St. Annes in the first round of their championship in the next 2 weeks.

Munster Final: Well done to the Waterford intermediate ladies team who beat Tipperary on Saturday last and qualified for the Munster Final against Clare on July 11th.

Dungarvan DEISE DRAW The June Deise Draw takes place in Ballymac’ this Friday evening and all our loyal supporters are requested to forward all monies to our dra co ordinator Catherine Lyons by the Thursday please. Good luck to everybody in the draw.

GOLDEN GOAL Thanks to everybody who bought Golden Goal Tickets for the Munster Senior Hurling Final at the games in the Fraher Field last weekend and thanks to our club personnel who sold them.

MUNSTER UNDER 21 HURLING: Waterford 1-21; Cork 1-11 Well done to Derek Lyons and his team on

their convincing win over Cork in Pairc Ui Rinn last Wednesday evening. Club players Ryan Donnolly, Patrick and Cathal Curran enjoyed game time while Kieran Power, Michael Kiely and Gavin Power were on the bench.

MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Our County Minor Hurling Championship commences this Saturday evening with a home game against Passage at 7 p.m. Both teams drew last year in Passage and hopefully, we can get off to a winning start this time round. The Board have introduced an admission charge of €2 for each of the Minor games this year, which is fair enough for entertainment value alone.

JAMES KIRWAN TOURNAMENT Our footballers will take on Sean Phobail in James’ home field on Saturday, July 11th when we will be hoping to win the cup for the first time in its three year existence. We will also play our final Intermediate football championship game against Ballinameela in Bushy Park on Saturday week, July 4th.

JUNIOR HURLING: Ballyduff 4-18; Dungarvan 3-18.

Our Juniors put in a great effort against Ballyduff in Lismore last Saturday evening before losing out by just one puck of the ball. Rian Crotty was in a rich vein of form upfront, with a personal tally of 1-12, while our other goals were scored

by Glen Power and Aidan Kirwan. We had 22 players togged out for this match with some younger players being introduced to adult hurling for the first time.

Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Mark Power, Jack Morrissey, Sean Hyslop; Darragh Fitzgerald, Ger Cusack, David Houlihan; John Curran, John Havens 0-1; Eamonn Crotty 0-1, Jamie Hallahan 0-1, Denis Kirwan; Aidan Kirwan 1-0, Rian Crotty 1-11 (1-5f), Glen Power 1-0.

Subs: Jack Lacey, Glen Waters 0-1, Ian Sheehan 0-1, David Crotty 0-1, Michael Power, Paul Houlihan, Darragh Hayes.

SENIOR HURLING: Dungarvan 1-22; Mt. Sion 2-16.

Our Senior hurlers won their second game of the championship in this hard fought and unsporting game against Mt. Sion at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternnon. We struggled on the scoreboard for most of the game but finished brilliantly to outscore ‘Sion by 1-7 to 0-1 in the final nine minutes with Patrick Curran’s 53rd minute goal igniting the team.

Dungarvan Scorers: Patrick Curran 1-8 (1-7f), Cathal Curran 0-4, Michael Kiely 0-3, Ryan Donnolly 0-2, Cormac Curran, Colm Curran, Kieran Power and Gavin Crotty 0-1 each, Jamie Nagle 0-1f.

Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Luke Egan, Conor Sheridan, Aaron Donnollly; Darragh Lyons, Jamie Nagle, Kenny Moore; Cathal Curran, Kieran Power; Cormac Curran, Colm Curran, Ryan Donnolly; Michael Kiely, Patrick Curran, Gavin Crotty. Sub: Sean Ryan (51).

UNDER 14 HURLING Western Championship: Dungarvan 6-10; Ballyduff 4-4.

County Championship: Dungarvan 7-5; Cois Bhride 1-10 Dungarvan: Seanie McGrath; Edward Fraher, Sean Mulcahy, Kyle Hackett; Jordan Shaw, Martin McDonagh, Stephen Moylan; Tristan Loftus, Wayne O’Donnell; Noel Duggan, Toby Taylor, Alex Shanahan; Conor Keohan, Patrick Walsh, James O’Callaghan. Subs: Lorcan McGovern, David Flynn, Johnny Burke, Eoin Dunne, Oisin Morrissey, Rian O’Dwyer.

UNDER 11’S AND UNDER 12’S Our u-12’s lost out in a good game of hurling at home against Naomh Brid last Friday evening while our u-11’s are in action twice this week. We travel to Old Parish to play An Ghaeltacht this Wednesday evening the 24th for a 7.30 start and we are also due to play Abbeyside away on either Thursday or Friday.

SYMPATHY Sincere Sympathy is extended to Ann Healy, Youghal Road, and the Hehir family on the recent death of Jim Hehir, Rice’s Court, Dungarvan.

DUNGARVAN GAA LOTTO Numbers drawn were: 3, 4, 7, 23. No winner.

Next week’s jackpot €8,800. The winner of the €100 was Lauren Allen, Ballymacarbry. Thanks to everybody who buys and sells the lotto.

JOHN MEEHAN U-12 HURLING TOURNAMENT The John Meehan U-12 Hurling Tournament takes place this Saturday morning in the Club Grounds starting at 11 a.m. Teams competing are: Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Kilrossanty and Ballyduff Upper.

Modeligo WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP MODELIGO 3-12; BALLYSAGGART 2-12.

Modeligo's Intermediate Hurling side played their second game in the group stages of the championship on Sunday last, as they faced Ballysaggart at the Castle Farm Grounds, Lismore. A brilliant start saw Nicky O'Donovan goal within the opening three minutes, and when Tom Devine added a second midway through the half, the lads looked to be well in control as they led at break by 2-9 to 0-6.

As expected, Ballysaggart showed their determined side from the restart and came right back into the game. At one stage, they had cut the deficit to just 2 points but some great work by our lads saw Michael Troy net Modeligo's third goal of the game as they held on to win by a goal.

So that’s a win and a draw from the opening two rounds in the Intermediate grade and with

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Cois Bhride under 7 group of girls and boys who played their first game of the year against Lismore on Friday night last.

these results comes the hope that Modeligo could have yet another eventful year in hurling ahead! Well done to all the lads involved with the panel.

On the day, Modeligo lined-out as follows: 1. Cian O'Byrne; 2. John McGrath, 3. Brian McCarthy, 4. Seán Hennessy; 5. Seán O'Donovan, 6. Pat Fitzgerald, 7.

Shane Troy; 8. Pa O'Donovan, 9. Kieran McCarthy; 10.

Rian Reddy, 11. Jamie Troy, 12. Nicky O'Donovan; 13.

Gary Power, 14. Tom Devine, 15. Michael Troy. Subs: 16.

Mike Bumster, 17. Reg Fitzgerald, 19. Micheál Power, 20.

Keith Hickey, 21. John Power, 22. Richard McGrath.

Modeligo now have two remaining games in the group, Tourin and Shamrocks still to play.

UNDER 21 HURLING Congratulations to both Tom Devine and Seán O'Donovan, both members of the Waterford under 21 hurling squad who enjoyed a good win in the Munster quarter final between the sides last week. Best wishes to Sean, Tom and the entire panel as they now prepare for a semi-final clash with Clare in Ennis on July 15th.

WESTERN JUNIOR "B" HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Abbeyside 6-21; Modeligo 1-3.

Our Junior "B" Hurling side played their third championship game on Thursday, June 18th when they played Abbeyside in Abbeyside GAA Grounds.

Having suffered a huge loss to An Rínn in their last game, the lads were again well and truly beaten by a far better side here and must now try to get something from their remaining games against Glen Rovers of Melleray and Brickey Rangers.

On this occasion, Modeligo lined-out as follows: 1.

John Power; 2. Nicky Dalton, 3. Jessie Power, 4. Gary Power; 5. Keith Hickey, 6. Paul Wright, 7. Shane Hourigan; 8. Richard McGrath, 9. Seán Hennessy (0-2), 10. Micheál Power (0-1); 11. J. P. Ryan, 12. Mike Bumster, 13. Nicky Walsh; 14. Reg Fitzgerald (1-0), 15.

Eoin Quinn. Subs: 16. Steve Bumster (for N . Walsh) 17.

Kevin O'Neill (for N . Dalton).

FIXTURES & DATES FOR THE DIARY Please note the following Official Fixtures and upcoming event dates for our local Club: ● Sunday, June 28th: Junior "B" Hurling Championship: Modeligo vrs. Glen Rovers in Lismore GAA Grounds at 1 pm Reitoir: TBC. ● Saturday, July 4th West Intermediate Hurling League: Tourin vrs. Modeligo, in Tourin GAA Grounds at 7:30 pm. Reitoir: TBC CAMOGIE Modeligo had both an Under 12 and Under 16 Camogie Championship games in the early part of this week both to be played on Tuesday, June 23rd. Results to follow next week.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last week's lotto numbers were 1-4-8-18, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Laura Forbes, Jack & Daniel, Amy Cronin, Billy Kelly & Kevin O'Callaghan, and Anna Stewart. Next week's jackpot will be €7,650.

IHC, Shamrocks 2-14, Tourin 3-14.

Shamrocks lost their first match of this year's hurling championship when Tourin's ability to score crucial goals proved decisive. Despite getting off to a good start with four points from Shane Roche, J. P. Lucey, and Edward Hynes, once Tourin scored their opening goal they got their noses ahead and never let it slip. The two teams traded points up to half time with Shane, Cathal Herlihy, Padraig Ahearne, and Joe Leahy all getting points to go in level 1-07 to 0-10. Tourin started the second half better with another goal, and led by five points until Edward Hynes with a point, John Paul with another, and then Edward with a great goal after good work by Stevie Lucey

managed to tie up the game again. Tourin pulled two clear again but another goal from Cathal Herlihy put Shamrocks ahead, but in a hectic finish, Tourin scored 1-1 to win by three. Over the hour Tourin were probably the better team, and we can't really have any excuses, but obviously the absence of Colm Roche and Edward Lonergan didn't help our cause. Hopefully, with a full deck to choose from the next day we can win our last match to give us a chance to qualify for the knockout stages.

Panel; Ciarán O'Keeffe, Padraig Roche, John O'Donovan, Padraig Ahearne (0-1), Jason Ahearne, Eoin Murphy, Brian Harnedy, Shane Roche (0-7), Stevie Lucey, Cathal Herlihy (1-1), J.P. Lucey (0-2), Adam Crawford, Edward Hynes (1-2), Joe Leahy (0-1), Kelvyn O' Farrell, Tomás O'Neill, Mike O'Neill, Alan Kelly, Edward O'Neill, Bernie Kelleher, Chris Murphy.

JHC, Shamrocks 0-13; Clashmore 1-10.

Shamrocks junior hurlers were held to a draw

by Clashmore/Kinsalebeg last Friday in Clashmore. I don't have any details of this match, but the team is playing quite well, and I know several juniors are training and well done to them.

They are in 3rd round action again this Friday night in Lismore against Cappoquin, throw-in 7.30 pm. With a win and a draw so far, this team has potential.

TIPP AND THE CATS WIN BIG While Waterford have been hogging the headlines in hurling so far this year, Kilkenny and Tipperary served up a timely reminder that they haven't gone away with big wins over Wexford and Limerick respectively. Tipp eased into the Munster final with some terrific forward play, and despite the Deise's heroics, will undoubtedly start as favourites in the final. Waterford received a further boost last Wednesday when they trounced a poor Cork U-21 team in Pairc Ui Rinn, for which they earned the dubious prize of having to travel to Clare, the reigning All-Ireland champions, in the next round. Talk about a tough draw! Still, lots to look forward to.

Sliabh gCua/ gCua/ St. Mary's Mary’s MINOR HURLING FIXTURES Naomh Brid/St. Pat’s have received fixture information for their upcoming championship.

29/06/15 V Tramore in Tramore at 7:30 pm.

15/07/15 V Brickey Rangers in Colligan at 7:30 pm.

29/07/15 V Mount Sion in Colligan at 7:30 pm.

11/08/15 V Abbeyside in Colligan at 7:30 pm.

21/08/15 V Clan Na Gael in Colligan at 7:00 pm.

03/09/15 V Roanmore in Gracedieu at 6:45 pm.

Please note that fixtures are liable for change during the year.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP St. Mary’s played near neighbours Fourmilewater in Colligan last Friday night. In a good hard fought game, we were victorious on a 2-12 to 1-12 scoreline.

both teams will be eager to claim the prestigious title. We would appeal for support in honour of Ned. THE BOB KEANE MEMORIAL CUP The Bob Keane Memorial Cup will be played this Saturday evening (June 27th) in Kirwan Park, Touraneena where we are thrilled to welcome Tourin as our opponents. The game is an Intermediate league fixture in which the club will remember the years of work and support that Bob dedicated to the club. During Bob’s lifelong passion for the club, his roles went from chauffeur to First Aid and Jersey Keeper. With an 8 pm throw-in, please come along and cheer on the boys.

PEIL IDIRMHEANACH Sliabh gCua have received official notice for their Championship fixture. We will play Ballyduff Upper in Fraher Fielad at 8 pm on Friday, July 3rd.

BIRTHDAY BOYS Celebrating their birthday this week were Dermot Tobin and J. P. Fitzpatrick, happy birthday boys!!

MUNSTER FINAL TICKETS Anyone requesting tickets for the Munster final in which Waterford will take on Tipperary on July 12th are asked to contact J. P. Fitzpatrick on 086 1909980 no later that this Friday evening (June 26th).

MEDIA NOTES If anyone would like to add information or notes through the Sliabh gCua GAA Club, please have no hesitation in contacting 087 9634993 or e-mailing sliabhgcuapro@hotmail.com. We can also be contacted through facebook/twitter.

OFFICIAL WATERFORD GAA WEBSITE Waterford GAA has recently updated their website and is a fantastic browse for any ‘Deise Fan’. Congratulations to all involved in the updating process. Click on www.waterfordgaa.ie for a enjoyable read and up-to-date news.

TOURANEENA RUNNERS CONTINUE EVERY MONDAY Touraneena Runners will continue their weekly run/walk every Monday evening at 7 pm.

We welcome both runners and walkers along where a weekly €20 voucher is up for grabs to the person who predicts their closest finishing time each week. Come along and bring a friend. €2 entry.

St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick; R. Gleeson, J. Queally, J. Ahearne; D. Tobin, D. Coffey, J. Power; S. Fitzpatrick, E. Kearns; J. Sheehan, D. Whelan, M. Kearns; K Sheehan, J. J. Coffey, K. Barron. Subs: J. Carroll.

THE NED BURKE MEMORIAL CUP Ned Burke is a name that will never be forgotten by the Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s Club. Ned held many roles within the club over the years and in his memory, Sliabh gCua annually play for ‘The Ned Burke Cup’.

This Thursday evening (June 25th) at 8 p.m., we welcome Stradbally to Kirwan Park where

Under 8’s captain Jack Henley, receiving the trophy from sponsor Jack Tobin, after Cois Bhride won the Jumping Jack Bouncy Castle Hurling Blitz recently.

GENERAL SPORT

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Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW. TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 7, 20, 23, 25. No winner.

Consolation Prizes: Martin Sheehan, Helen Hampton, Laura Mills, Chloe, Darah, Dion and Raina Buckley. Promoter: Kearney’s. Next draw: Corner House, June 29th. Jackpot: €5,000.

JUNIOR HURLING A goal in the dying seconds by Kevin Henley gave Tallow a 1 point victory (even though the rest of us could argue and say two!!) against Abbeyside on Friday last in Bushy Park. The scoreboard at half time showed Tallow 0-09; Abbeyside 0-10. It appeared that the writing was on the wall halfway through the second half when Abbeyside led by 7 but the heart and never say die attitude of our lads ensured that this game went right down to the wire. It finished on a scoreline of Tallow 3-17; Abbeyside 1-22.

Tallow: J. P. Grey, S. Pratt, J. Tobin, M. Tobin, K. Fraser, T. McGrath, W. Hogan, M. Curley, S. Tobin, K. Henley, E. Hickey, J. Neville, D. Tobin, B. Henley, J. Power. Subs: D. Mangan, M. Barry, C. Geary, S. Barry, A. Curley.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL (PREMIER) Best of luck to our Junior footballers who play Modeligo this Friday, June 26th, at 7.30 p.m. in Bushy Park. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

SENIOR HURLING Our senior hurlers will play Abbeyside in Lismore on Tuesday evening, June 23rd, in Lismore. The result from and report of this game will be in next week’s notes.

BIKE 1630 A huge thanks to club members who contributed towards this fundraiser. The cheque was presented to them on Saturday morning last in the field.

MEETING CLG Tulach an Iarainn monthly meeting will take place this Thursday, June 25th, at 9.00 p.m. in the clubhouse. All members are requested to attend.

TICKETS If you require tickets for the Munster final please contact Lindsay on 058 56015 and leave a message.

COIS BHRÍDE Croke Park Blitz – On Monday 29th our under 12 hurlers will take part in a Blitz in Croke Park, and this should be a great day out for everyone involved, as there will also be a museum tour at 2.00 p.m. before the first match. The lads will have 3 games on the day, playing Kilmaley of Clare, Feenagh/Kilmeady of Limerick and Milford from Co.Cork and those that are travelling are asked to park in the Davin car park. A safe journey to everyone travelling.

Upcoming Fixtures – Thursday, 25th June, Under 16 Hurling Div. 2 Away v. Clan Na Gael at 7.00 p.m. Friday, 26th June, Under 11 Hurling Div. 2 Away v. Cappoquin at 6.30 p.m. Wednesday, 1st July, Under 14 Hurling Div. 2 Home v. Portlaw at 7.00 p.m.

Tourin GALA DAY It will be all go for the Tourin Committee this week with the organising of what should be a most entertaining afternoon for all on Sunday next. at Tourin GAA Grounds. We will have the static birds of prey, baby and dog show, Guess who? cakes and bakes, bric a brac, sliding castle for children, ball in the barrel and many many more. So if you have a few hours on Sunday, 28th June - why not pop out to check what's on offer while hopefully taking in the Summer sunshine. In relation to the Bric a Brac/Cake Stall we are always looking for items/donations - please contact J.D. Leahy 087 6329554 for further information.

TWO POINTS ON THE BOARD Tourin were somewhat relieved to put a win behind them against The Shamrocks last Sunday at Lismore GAA Grounds in their second game of the Western Intermediate hurling championship. From the start, the strong breeze made it difficult for both teams to guage their shots and with scores from Daithi & Darragh Wilkinson, Kevin and Sean Leahy in the first half - both teams were level at the break.

The second half saw Darragh Wilkinson score another goal with Daithi, Sean Leahy & Sean Meaney also contributing to the scoreboard and with a steady backline, Tourin were making headway. It was nip and tuck but when Darragh Wilkinson slotted home another goal to put us ahead it gave us a slight cushion but t was a very nervous time for both teams in the last two or three minutes but the lads prevailed in the end with a final score of 3-14 to 2-14. Well done.

Team/Panel: Colm Bennett, Brian O'Donoghue, Daniel Leahy, Jack Leahy, David O'Brien, Darragh Fives, Brendan Scanlan, Tom O'Brien, Shane Fives, Kevin Leahy, Brian Leahy, Niall Fives, Daithi Wilkinson, Sean Leahy, Darragh Wilkinson,Sean Meaney for Brian Leahy, Dan Dransfield for Kevin Leahy, Niall Leahy, Thomas McGrath, Donal McGrath, Ed Molumphy, Shane Dunne, Cathal Wilkinson.

BAG PACK Thanks to Tescos, Youghal for allowing us to have a bag pack on Saturday. The staff were more than accommodating and the customers were very generous with their donations - thank you. Thanks to all those who took the time out to help as these necessary fundraisers are all for the halls benefit/upkeep.

U-21 COUNTY HURLERS WIN Congrats to the Waterford hurlers on their great win over Cork last Wednesday evening at Pairc Ui Rinn. They now go on to play Clare and current All Ireland U-21 champions in July. One thing I have to say unfortunately is that Pairc Ui Rinn is a bit of a bottle neck...perhaps more Garda on point duty may have helped the traffic flow!!

SEASON OVER The senior Waterford footballers bowed out of this year’s football championship with a loss to Offaly on Saturday. Meanwhile, in the hurling front there were wins for Kilkenny over Wexford, Tipperary over Limerick and Galway over Laois.

SCHOOLS ALMOST OUT! Most Primary schools will be getting their Summer Holidays this week. We wish you all a safe and happy holiday.

BALLINVELLA ANNUAL MASS Mass will be held in Ballinvella this coming Thursday, 25th June at 8 pm.

FEILE BOUND Best wishes to the U-14 Ladies from the Ballysaggart Ladies Football club as they will be representing Waterford along with Gaultier in the Feile games at the weekend.

Ballysaggart Ladies Football Team that will represent Waterford at this weekend Féile competition. Missing from the photograph is Orla Ní Mhiacháin.

Melleray Glen Melleray Rovers Glenrovers UPCOMING FIXTURES Hurling v. Modeligo on Sunday, 28th June, in Lismore at 1.00 p.m.

Peil Soisear Intermediate Attached: Baile na Saggairt v. Cnoc Mellearii at Liosmhor 7.30 p.m.

Saturday, 4th July.

CLUB LOTTO Melleray Glen Rovers are currently getting a club lotto up and running and are hoping to launch same on Sunday night, 28th June. Weekly subscription are €2 or a once off payment of €100 for the year, payments can be made by way of weekly standing order, forms available from the club members, or weekly payments to any club official, your support would be greatly appreciated as this will be an important financial backing to the running of Melleray Glen Rovers Club.

NOTE FOR YOUR DIARY Rudy and Jen Lyons are holding a coffee morning in aid of Pieta House in their home in Toor on Saturday, 4th July, from 11.00 a.m. onwards. All welcome to come along and support this very worthy cause.

Cappoquin Under 8 Football Team overall winners of the Under 8 Football Blitz Tournament held over the past few weeks. Well done to all players involved and to their trainer John Twomey. Cappoquin would also like to thank the Brickeys, Clashmore and Abbeyside for hosting all games.

SHOW JUMPING -

Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady win Connolly’s Red Mills Munster Grand Prix Laura Connor takes FBD Speed Series

Ardmore Ardmore LOTTO Out Lotto number w/c 22nd were 2, 8, 17, 27. No winner of the €9,600 jackpot. Out Lucky Dip winners were: John Hennessy, c/o An Tobar; Billy Harty, c/o Mary Prendergast; Peggy O’Connor, c/o Flemings Bar; Peg Freyne, c/o Quinn’s Food Store; Josephine & Tony, c/o Flemings Bar. Next week’s Jackpot will be for €9,700. So make sure you get you ticket as it could make a great summer if you’re the lucky winner.

MINOR HURLING C’SHIP Our Minors will begin their championship on Monday, 29th against St. Oliver’s. With all the lads now finished Junior and Leaving Cert. we hope we can progress in this championship.

SENIORS Our Senior teams continue to train across both codes but await until mid-July for our next championship outing.

EXAMS OVER The Club extends the very best of luck to all the Leaving Certs who completed their respective exams in the past week. With 6 years of secondary school over it’s now the beginning of a new chapter as they look to enjoy the Summer before they start making new decisions in life. Best wishes from Deuglán Naofa to them all.

GAA Coaching & Games Development GAA COACHING WORKSHOP 6th JULY On Monday, 6th July Waterford GAA as running a Coaches Workshop as part of the Waterford Sports Partnership Coaching Series. The workshop is on Warm Up, Pat Flanagan, Warm Up, Stretching and Movement Exercises. The workshop is being delivered by Pat Flanagan and will take place in Ballygunner GAA Arena starting at 6.30 p.m.

Workshop is €10 per person booking:pjones@waterfordsportspartnership.ie

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NATIONAL AND REGIONAL FOOTBALL FEILE NEXT WEEKEND Next Saturday the national & regional Feile Gaelic Football Tournaments take place.

The National Féile takes place in Wexford/Carlow/Wicklow with Ballincourty as A winners and De La Salle as B winners taking part.

An Ghaeltacht are in regional Féile with Tramore and Ferrybank playing in the Munster Provincial Féile. Good luck to all clubs.

FRANCIS Connors and the incredibly consistent Uskerty Diamond Lady scored their fourth win of this year’s Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix league, this time at Killeagh in Co. Cork.

Having already won league rounds at Ballylawn, Aglish and at Ballylawn last time out, Connors and the Hilda Anthony owned mare once again collected maximum points at Killeagh, to extend their lead at the top of the league table.

They were pushed all the way however by Liam O’Meara and Curraghgraigue Jack Take Fligh, who finished just 17 hundredths of a second slower in second, while Nenagh based O’Meara also

filled third place with Realt na Carraig.

Tallow’s Paul Beecher and Danku were close behind in fourth while Francis Connors grabbed another slice of the prize-fund when finishing fifth with Cingdoctro and Seamus Hayes and Dilona Blue took sixth.

LAURA CONNORS WINS KILLEAGH ROUND OF THE FBD SPEED SERIES WITH JUSTJUMP Co. Waterford young rider Laura Connors claimed the latest round of the FBD Speed Series at Killeagh Gymkhana in Co. Cork, posting the fastest double clear round of the competition with Justjump.

The nine-year-old mare by Master Imp, who is owned by

FBD Speed Series. Killeagh Co Cork Sunday 21/06/2015 1. Laura Connors/Justjump 0/0 25.80 2. Peter Moloney/Valtaire 0/0 26.47 3. Phillip Horgan/Nina Van Overis Z 0/0 29.45 4. Patrick Joyce/Dusty Dude 0/0 31.66 5. Tadhg Beecher/ Loughnatousa Stan 0/0 31.82 6. John Gallagher/Vida Dancer H 0/0 33.27 Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix league – Round 7 Killeagh Gymkhana Co. Cork 21/06/2015 1. Francis Connors/Uskerty Diamond Lady 0/0 35.30 2. Liam O’Meara/ Curraghgraigue Jack Take Fligh 0/0 35.47 3. Liam O’Meara/Realt na Carraig 0/0 37.29 4. Paul Beecher/Danqu 0/0 37.74 5. Francis Connors/ Cingdoctro 0/0 38.31 6. Seamus Hayes/Dilona Blue 0/4 39.16 7. Alan O’Regan/Liberation 0/4 39.49 8. Philip Horgan/GVD Mispelaere 0/8.42.52 34 Starters 8 Into Jump-off

Ann Connors, stopped the clock in 25.80 seconds giving the pair over half a second to spare over their nearest challenger Peter Moloney. The Colligan rider took runner-up spot with the Deirdre Bourns owned Touchdown mare Valtaire.

Cork riders filled the next two places with Phillip Horgan finishing third with Nina Van Overis Z, just ahead of Patrick Joyce who was competing at his home

show in Killeagh, taking fourth spot with Dusty Dude.

Tallow’s Tadhg Beecher and Loughnatousa Stan were close behind in fifth, while John Gallagher completed the top six with Vida Dancer.

The Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix and FBD Speed Series league stays in Co. Cork next weekend, with Charleville Show hosting the eighth round of action on Sunday, June 27th.

Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Hallahan’s Pharmacy Predict your time Fit4Life Running League starts this Thursday, 25th THE first round of the club’s Hallahan’s Pharmacy sponsored Fit4life guess your time Running League will be held in the grounds of the Friary College by kind permission this Thursday evening, June 25th at 7 pm.

After the great success of the recently finished Minnie’s Bar running league at St. Augustine’s College we now turn our attentions to our next league and one of the most popular on the West Waterford running calendar.

This league is the Fit4Life Predict Your Time run, and we are delighted to announce

May Juvenile Athlete Award Winner – Jamie Fennell of Lemybrien and a member of West Waterford A.C., was the Combined Credit Unions of St. Dominic, Waterford and Lisduggan Juvenile Athlete of the Month Award Winner for May. Jamie was presented with his award for achieving 1st place in both the Pole Vault U-19 Munster Championships and the All-Ireland Championships. Presenting the award is Mary Leamy Power, Waterford Credit Union and John Collins, St Dominic Credit Union.

[Aileen Drohan]

County Schools Championships a great success THE county final was an exciting finale to a month of primary schools athletics. The best athletes from West Waterford, mid Waterford and the city competed against each other for Results Girls U-8 80M County Final 1st Petra Igwe, Ursuline 2nd Anna McGoldrick, Holy Cross 3rd Sarah Abullo, Ballygunner Results Girls U-9 80M County Final 1st Clare Butler, Holy Cross 2nd Kasey Mulhearne, Kilmacthomas 3rd Kiana Fitzgerald, St. John of God Results Girls U-10 80M County Final 1st Laura Flynn, Ballygunner 2nd Orlaith Walsh, Passage East 3rd Caoimhe Prendergast, Carriglea Results Girls U-11 100M County Final 1st Katie Nolke, Ballygunner 2nd Kelly Ni Fhaolain, Scoil Gharbhain 3rd Faelen Richards, Knockanore Results Girls U-12 100M County Final 1st Paula Igwe, Ursuline 2nd Megan Keogh, Kinsalebeg 3rd Laura Miller, Ardmore Results Girls O-12 100M County Final 1st Katie Ni Bhroin, Scoil Gharbhain 2nd Aoife O’Brien, Garranbane 3rd Jody Tuohy, Gaeil Scoil Phortlairge Results Girls U-9 300M County Final 1st Kasey Mulhearne, Kilmacthomas 2nd Meabh Kiely, Abbeyside 3rd Laura Geary, Holy Cross Results Girls U-11 600M County Final 1st Faelen Richards, Knockanore 2nd Caoimhe Prendergast, Carriglea 3rd Orna O’Reilly, Ballygunner Results Girls U-12 600M County Final 1st Megan Keogh, Kinsalebeg 2nd Rachel Walsh, Butlerstown 3rd Thando Ncube, Ursuline Results Girls O-12 800M County Final 1st Una O’Byrne, Gaeilscoil Portlairge 2nd Sarah Stone, Holy Cross 3rd Mary Prendergast, St. Mary’s Results Girls U-8 Relay County Final 1st Abbeyside 2nd Grange 3rd Ursuline Results Girls U-9 Relay County Final 1st St. John of God 2nd Holy Cross 3rd Scoil Gharbhain Results Girls U-10 Relay County Final 1st Ballygunner 2nd Ursuline 3rd St. Marys Results Girls U-11 Relay County Final 1st Ballygunner 2nd Scoil Gharbhain 3rd Mercy Results Girls U-12 Relay County Final 1st Ursuline 2nd Scoil Gharbhain 3rd Ardmore Results Girls O12 Relay County Final 1st Clashmore 2nd Lismore 3rd Holy Cross

the honour of being county champion.

Western athletes figured strongly in all events.

Full results as follows:Results Boys U-8 80M County Final 1st Fodilulah Bello, Scoil Lorcain 2nd Zak Ashraf, Glenbeg 3rd Nathan Power, Holy Cross Results Boys U-9 80M County Final 1st Rhedeem Eddy, St. Declan’s 2nd Conor Henley, Tallow 3rd Corey Scanlan, Whitechurch Results Boys U-10 80M County Final 1st David Igwe, Scoil Lorcain 2nd Ryan Tioffo, Scoil Lorcain 3rd Peter Cummins, Glenbeg Results Boys U-11 100M County Final 1st Jack Corcoran, Gealscoil Na nDeise 2nd Tommy Fennell, Garranbane 3rd Conn Willans, Abbeyside Results Boys U-12 100M County Final 1st Marc Mac Garrai, Scoil Gharbhain 2nd Aaron Ebhonuaye, Ballygunner 3rd Victory Eddy, St. Declan’s Results Boys O-12 100M County Final 1st Leigh Vernon, Geal Scoil 2nd Sean Hickey, Ballyduff 3rd Ryan MacCraith, An Rinne Results Boys U-9 300M County Final 1st Radeem Eddy, St. Declan’s 2nd Ian Holmes, Glenbeg 3rd Corey Scanlan, Whitechurch Results Boys U-11 600M County Final 1st Tommy Fennell, Garranbane 2nd Con Willians, Abbeyside 3rd Conor Fennell, St. James Results Boys U-12 600M County Final 1st Oisin O’Riordan, Abbeyside 2nd Callum Hurley, Holy Cross 3rd Marc Mac Garrai, Scoil Gharbhain Results Boys O-12 800M County Final 1st Sean Hickey, Ballyduff 2nd Oisin O Muiriosa, Scoil Gharbhain 3rd Padraig Hynes, Knockanore Results Boys U-8 Relay County Final 1st Holy Cross 2nd Glenbeg 3rd Coolnasmear Results Boys U-9 Relay County Final 1st Ballygunner 2nd Scoil Lorcain 3rd Glenbeg Results Boys U-10 Relay County Final 1st Holy Cross 2nd Ballygunner 3rd Glenbeg Results Boys U-11 Relay County Final 1st Abbeyside 2nd Garranbane 3rd Holy Cross Results Boys U-12 Relay County Final 1st St. Declan’s 2nd Coolnasmear 3rd Clashmore Results Boys O-12 Relay County Final 1st Abbeyside 2nd Glor na Mara 3rd Scoil Gharbhain

that “Hallahan’s Pharmacy” 38 Grattan Square, Dungarvan who took up this league sponsorship four years ago are going to continue this year and will sponsor the league once again.

The club wishes to thank Patrick, Jamie and the Hallahan family and staff for their continued involved in this sponsorship with our club. This is always a popular league and a big crowd is expected, the league format is especially geared towards newcomers and first timers who would like to give running a go as a way to a

healthier lifestyle. As we said this league is designed absolutely with the beginner in mind and the winner each night is the person who most accurately predicts the time it will take him/her to run the distance they chose to run.

As it’s suited for beginners, the distances are 2, 3, 4 or 5 laps so as you can see a distance to suit all. The clock starts at 45 minutes and when each person sees the time they think it will take them to run the distance they have chosen to run, that’s when they start running. The clock continues in reverse

and when the clock reaches 0.00, the next person to cross the line is the winner. It’s great fun and obviously watches are not allowed and the clock will not be in view once the last person starts running.

It’s this element that makes the league so entertaining and popular so don’t miss it, come along next Thursday night to the Friary College at 7 p.m. and keep fit and healthy this summer with your local family run pharmacy Hallahan’s Pharmacy Dungarvan and West Waterford AC . You’ll be glad you did. Entry fee is just €2.

Dublin City Marathon Mark Beer runs the THE Dublin City Marathon seems a long way away yet, but it's time to start our 16 week training schedules at this stage and it's also time to start thinking about accommodation which will be at a premium for the club's annual October Bank Holiday weekend trip to the capitol for the Dublin City Marathon.

We have over the past few years received a special deal with the Best Western Academy Plaza Hotel at the top of O'Connell St. and this year we have negotiated a €99 per room bed and breakfast package for club members. This deal will end on 31st July and is open now on a first come first served bases. You can Contact Sinead Birch who is looking after the accommodation at the hotel for us by e mail or phone. sbirch@academyplazahotel.ie or ring Sinead on direct line to 01-8174161.

ultimate of 100 miles ANOTHER of our ultra Marathon athletes was in action recently when Mark Beer completed yet another 100 miler to add to his impressive and growing list of ultra events. This one took place on the South Downs, a course that follows 12,700 ft of elevation of rolling hills, a race with breathtaking views but mostly chalky rocky trail, which Mark says was very hard on the feet.

Nonetheless, considering all the climbs the Lismore man was delighted with his finishing time of 25 hours 29 minutes. This event was halfway through his attempt at the Centurion grand slam, the next race for Mark will be on the weekend of 8/9th August. We wish him well.

West Waterford AC athletes Munster Track and Field compete in Cork track and Championships this field leagues coming Sunday ROUND 4 of the Cork athletics track and field league were held last Tuesday at CIT and the club had four athletes taking part on the night, Des Feeney ran a time of 2.10.91 finishing 3rd over 800 metres and in the same race Harry O'Brien clocked 2.13.01 for 5th. Joe Gough ran the 800 to win in 2.18.70 and in the same race Yev Chizhikov finished 3rd in 2.22.30 from the ladies Diana Chizhikova was 2nd with a time of 2.55.60, well done to all.

Champion Kiely 5k THE annual champion Kiely 5k will take place in Ballyneal Carrick-on-Suir on Friday, June 26th at 7.30 p.m.

THE Muster senior and masters Track and field championships will be held on this coming Sunday, 28th June in Templemore and the following club members are competing.

Corinna Walsh (400m, 800m & 1,500m) Brendan Moran (100m & 200m) Ray Hahesy (3,000m) Yevgeniy Chizihkov (400m & 800m) Michael Tutty (Javelin) Des Feeney (1,500m) Joe Gough (200 & 400 & 800) Harry O'Brien (1,500)

Youghal AC 5K

Running Quote IT'S my own space, my own time, when I'm just out there letting my thoughts go. It's a part of my day like eating, and it's one of my favourite parts.

OUR near neighbours Youghal AC are hosting a 5k road race on Thursday, July 9th at 8 pm. Entry is €10 with prizes for the 1st 3 male and female plus age category prizes, race HQ Youghal Community Centre, Main St.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Great run by Aoife Hamilton at Tailteann Games FOUR West Waterford athletes were selected on the team to represent Munster Schools at last weekend’s Tailteann Games. First in action was Eoghan Flynn CBS in the Discus and Javelin. Eoghan threw close to his personal best in both events again flinging the javelin over 50m to finish 4th in a very competitive contest with the Ulster boys.

Craig Cluna (St. Augustine’s) who is still a junior competed in the pole vault where he finished in 5th coming close to clearing 3m.

Next up was Aoife Hamilton (Meanscoil) in the Inter girls 1,500m steeplechase. Aoife was determined to improve on her 5th place finish in the All-Ireland and set off with purpose. Holding third place for much of the race Aoife put in a huge last lap to

claim the silver medal and gain selection to the Irish team for the schools international in Scotland. Our final competitor of the day was Micheal Power (St. Augustine’s) in the 300m.

James Edgar (Lisburn) set a very fast pace over the opening laps and Micheal went with the pace holding 3rd place for most of the race but in the final straight Craig McMeechan (Bangor) stormed through to snatch the bronze medal almost on the line and Micheal had to settle for 4th. Well done to all four athletes.

SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION TO CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS We had the final events in the club championships on Wednesday last with the girls competing in the Turbo Javelin and shot and the boys

in the long jump. All the competitors then completed a middle distance race of between 300 and 600m.

Over sixty athletes took part over the two nights and the completion through up some very interesting results which will be revealed at the prize giving on Wednesday night.

ALL-IRELAND QUALIFIERS Following the conclusion of the Munster club championships the following athletes have qualified for the AllIreland Championships DAY 1 SATURDAY, JULY 4th Aoife Hamilton 1,500m steeplechase, Cormac Mahony 800m, Sean Curran 800m, Eoghan Flynn Javelin, Ciaran O Maoilean Discus.

DAY 2 SATURDAY, JULY 11th Aoife Lai Pole Vault,

Eoghan Flynn Shot Putt, Dylan Walsh Javelin, Caoimhe Dwyer Triple Jump, Anthony McAuley 100m, and Micheal Power 3000m DAY 3 SUNDAY, JULY 12th Eoghan Flynn Discus, Craig Cluna. Seamie Fennell, Juri Kanash, Sam O’Neil, Patrick Fitzgerald, Eoghan Killigrew and Micheal Troy all Pole vault. Lucy Holmes, Micheal Power and Sean Curran all 1,500m and Ciaran O’Maoilean Hammer.

CLUB FLAG DAY The annual Club Flag Days will take place on Thursday, 2nd and Friday, 3rd July. We need the support of our older athletes and parents to ensure the success of the flag days. We have divided the days into two hour slots and you can sign up with Angela at training on Wednesday and Friday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

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21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series Race 6 – 23rd Annual Dromana 5

Carrick’s Brian Murphy takes the Michael C. Nagle Memorial Trophy CONDITIONS were ideal last Friday evening for the Dungarvan Leader sponsored 23rd Annual Dromana 5 mile road race, race number 6 in the 2015 Ger Wyley Sports/Skins summer series.

The field of 158 runners faced the starters whistle in the village of Villlierstown and at 8 pm were set on their journey along the beautiful Dromana 5 course to their destination finish in the town of Cappoquin.

The race once again this year was one of the events listed in the 11th annual Cappoquin Cornerstone Carnival weekend in the town and the crowds were out to cheer on the runners with one of the largest ever gathered for the race end in the square as the runners made their way to the finish line.

The race winner this year was Carrick AC's Brian Murphy who really had the race in his grasp from the gun as he lead a group of 3 through Dromana gates in Villierstown. Brian went through the first mile in a handy 5.35 and at this stage had broken away from the 2 chasers Kevin Kennelly, West Waterford and Ballynonty's Danny Smith.

Brian passed the 2 mile mark in 10.50 and was out of sight of the chasers on the twisty Dromana route at this stage, he went through 3 miles over the bridge in 16.06, Smith had also at this 3 mile stage of the race broke away from Kenneally. Our winner Murphy passed the old Cappoquin chickens factory, the 4 mile mark in 21.45 and was to be the clear winner on the night as he crossed the chipped timing

matt in Cappoquin in 26.26 almost a minute ahead of his nearest rival Danny Smith 27.24.

Kevin Kenneally who was 2nd in this race last year faded over the final 2 miles and was to be caught by club mate John Leahy who was 4th last year coming through with a very fast finish to claimed 3rd in 28.20 with Kevin in 4th 28.48, one of our Youghal AC friends Tomas Curran filled 5th place in 29.22. West Waterford AC won the team prize with the team of Mossie Keogh, Tom Leahy and Michael Dunford.

The race was well organised once again by Trevor Mason and his crew who deserve great credit for their efforts in keeping the organisational standard’s of this race at a very high level for all of these years.

MEN’S RESULTS Brian Murphy Carrick AC 26.26 Danny Smith Ballynonty AC 27.24 John Leahy West Waterford AC 28.20 Kevin Kenneally West Waterford AC 28.48 Tomas Curran Youghal AC 29.22 TEAM PRIZES West Waterford AC Mossie Keogh 7th Tom Leahy 9th Michael Dunford 13th CORINNA WALSH CLAIMS MASON FAMILY CUP Having last won this race in 2011 Corinna Walsh West Waterford AC is back running at her best once again proving last Friday evening that she is a force to be reckoned with once again in the local road racing scene. Corinna was having her name

inscribed for the second time on the Mason Family cup which is presented to the ladies race winner each year.

Corinna has in the series to date for 2015 finished 2nd in Ballinroad 5k, Butlerstown 1st over 40, Waterford to Tramore 1st over 40, 1st Ardmore 5 and again Friday evening last she was on the top spot of the podium with a winning time of 31.43 her winning time over the same distance in Ardmore was 31.49. So very consistent solid running from Corinna as from the gun she set a pace which no other could match on the night and she arrived in Cappoquin clear of the second lady and local Lismore runner Sandra Prendergast who also runs with West Waterford AC, Sandra is one of the most improved runners in the ladies section of the club this past year and she clocked an impressive 33.29 to fill that 2nd position having finished 4th in last year's race.

Speaking about improving runners in the club, the lady who was 3rd on the night is another who falls into that most improved category as Diana Chiznikova is flying high at the moment, a consistent winner in our various leagues over many years she claimed her 1st top 3 road race finishes last Friday evening taking 3rd in 36.39.

Our good friend St. Catherine's AC provided the 4th lady home in Catherine Clancy 36.54 just 15 seconds behind Diana and Karen Ryan is reaping the rewards of her weekly Sunday morning long run from the Friary as she claimed 5th on the night in 37.25. Just like the men's

21st Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2015

23rd Annual Marine Climb on Friday, July 3rd RACE number 8 in the 11 race 21st annual Ger Wyley Sports /SKINS Summer series 2015 will take place on Friday, July 3rd next at 8.00 pm with the 23rd annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race. A large turnout is expected for this race as its always a great test as to how our current form is.

Our thanks to sponsor of 23 years Christy and Helen O’Neill of the Marine Bar. The club is grateful to Christy and Helen and all the race committee at the Marine for all their work and help with the event for all those years and our wish is that we will continue with this association with the Marine for many more years to come. Please note race entries will be take at Dungarvan Sports Centre Quann's from 6.15

pm. Race entry is only €5 “where would you get it.”

21st ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2015 REGRISTRATION EXTENDED Entry to the above series was due to close last Friday at the Dromana race. But due to the postponement of the recent Clashmore race we will extend the entries to the series to The Marine climb on July 3rd, but for definite entries to the series will close here. All those that run any 6 out of the 11 races will qualify for a €30 voucher and those that run all eleven will be awarded a special prize courtesy of our sponsor. And all for €5 now (where would you get it) .

Old Still Bar Clashmore 5 rescheduled for Thursday, 16th July WE have now rescheduled the recently postponed Clashmore race for Thursday, 16th July at 8 p.m.

Please spread the word on our new date for this race in the summer series - Thursday 16th July at 8 pm.

race it was a win in the team award for the host club West Waterford AC Brigid Coffey, Andrea Gaffney and Catriona Kiely.

LADIES RESULTS Corinna Walsh West Waterford AC 31.43 Sandra Prendergast West Waterford AC 33.29 Diana Chizhikova West Waterford AC 36.39 Catherine Clancy St. Catherine's AC 36.54 Karen Ryan West Waterford AC 37.25 LADIES TEAMS West Waterford AC Brigid Coffey 6th Andrea Gaffney 8th Catriona Kiely 9th SPONSORS AND HELPERS West Waterford AC would like to thank all who contributed to the success of last Friday’s race. A sincere thank's to Colm and Linda Nagle and all the staff at the Dungarvan Leader for their kind sponsorship of the Dromana 5 for the 23rd year and for their on-going support of athletics through our weekly notes in The Dungarvan Leader newspaper.

Thanks to Colm, Linda, Kim and Evan who came along to present the winner's with their prizes.

To Villierstown Community hall committee for the use of the hall for registration many thanks. To all involved with the Cappoquin Cornerstone Festival weekend of which the race was part of this year, and to their crew who looked after the traffic management at race end. They did a brilliant job. To Garda David Mansfield for his help along the course. Our thanks to

Alan O'Donoghue Cappoquin Meats for supplying the sausages and to Fintan and Alice Murray’s Cornerstone take-away for their help with the food for the athletes. To all the stewards on the course, time keepers, entries and results administrators, van helpers and photographers whose help is invaluable in the organisation of any road race.

Thanks to Hallahan coaches for the use of their bus to bring the runners to the start in Villierstown. A special thank you to Nora and Danny Flynn and staff at the Central Bar, Cappoquin for again hosting the presentation of prizes and for supplying all with hot showers after the race. Ger and Eileen Mason and family who some years ago presented the race with a beautiful silver cup which is presented to the winning lady each year.

Finally, our thanks again to our local race co-ordinator of the event Trevor Mason and his family for all their work behind the scenes making sure our 23rd annual visit to the Dromana 5 was a memorable one for all. See you all for the 24th.

SUZANA MALIKOVA MASSAGE VOUCHER WINNERS The winners of the Suzana Malikova Sports Massage vouchers for the Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 miler were Una Mulligan and Liam Clince. Our thanks go to Suzana for donating these prizes to the summer series.

Suzana is available for sports Massage at the Alternative Health Clinic in Abbeyside, 087-1218721 for appointment.

Jackie Murphy with club mate Sandra Moore in close contention as they finish the Dromana 5 last Friday evening.

Jenny Murphy pictured in Cappoquin as she completes the Dromana 5 last Friday evening

T. J. Crotty had a brilliant run to finish 11th overall at the Dromana 5 last Friday evening.

Finnan Murray ran an excellent 32.07 for the Dromana 5 last Friday evening.

Paddy Mullally comes into complete the Dromana 5 last Friday evening

It’s a thumbs up from Marie Reilly after she finished the Dromana 5 last Friday evening.

Derek Nolan comes up the short incline to finish at the Dromana 5 last Friday evening.

Clonmel Half Marathon now open for entries CLONMEL Athletic Club is once again promoting the Boston Scientific Half Marathon, this year's event is on Sunday, 16th August at 11 am. The Early Bird entry fee remains at €25 and for that entry this year is by Online or by Postal entry. For all the Race details go the Club website - www.clonmelac.com and under the Boston Scientific Half Marathon. Please contact Niall O’Sullivan at niallfosullivan1@eircom.net or 0861660888 for any queries.

Track and Field Entries now due ENTRIES for some upcoming track and field fixtures are shortly due to be sent in 1) National Junior and U-23 Championships, Tullamore (5th July) closing date for entries 26th June 2) National Masters Track and Field Championships, Tullamore (26th July) closing date for entries 12th July Please contact Orla Bannon club track and field coordinator if you need to be entered on 087 315 6592. Strictly no entries on day of competition.

Sympathy WEST Waterford athletic club extends sincere sympathy to the families and friends of Mrs. Patricia Conway, Jerpoint Church, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny and Mrs. Philomena Walsh, 4 A William St., Portlaw Co. Waterford who passed to their eternal rewards recently. May they rest in peace.

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GOLF

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com.

Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 16th June: Open Seniors, CSS 36 pts. 1st: Tony Sheehan (11) 37 pts. 2nd: Johnny Hughes (12) 36 pts. 1st Lady: Renagh Murphy (9) 35 pts Tipperary Golf Club.

Friday, 19th June: Open Singles, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Michael Lenihan (5) 38 pts.

Saturday, 20th June: Half Sub Qualifier, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Paddy Walsh (16) 41 pts.

Gross: Micheal White (5) 35 pts.

Sunday, 21st June: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Mick Cronin (24) 38 pts. Gross: David O’Connor (7) 29 pts.

FIXTURES Friday, 26th June: Open 18 Holes Stableford.

Saturday, 27th June: Minor Scratch Cup. Saturday, 27th June: Intermediate Scratch Cup. Sunday, 28th June: Minor Scratch Cup. Sunday, 28th June: Intermediate Scratch Cup. Tuesday, 30th June: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents.

BARTON SHIELD On Saturday next we travel the short distance across to Dungarvan to play Thurles in the 1st round of the Barton Shield. Martin Murray is the manager of this team.

WILLIE BARRON FOURBALL DRAW The draw for the Willie Barron Fourball will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday, 28th June.

Entry is €5, payable on entry, and anyone interested should put their name on the sheet in the kiosk.

MATCH-PLAYS Gold Coast Cup: Matches to be completed by 6th July:

Rafael Alvarez v Tommy Long Roy Ware v Paddy Walsh Brian O’Connor v Seanie Lenihan Declan Kiely v Derek Power John W Walsh v Austin Kiely David J Veale v Michael Whelan Brian Dunbar v Tony Sheehan Danny Kiely v Mick Ahern.

Michael White Foursomes: Matches to be played by 25th July: Michael Kavanagh & Michael Whelan v Eamon O’Donnell & Noel Sammon/Kieran Cullinan & Benny Kiely John White & Andy Travers v Tom White & John Flynn Dawn International Mixed Foursomes matches to be played by 18th July: Kieran Cullinan & Ruth Hannigan v Rafael Alvarez & Gerardine Hallinan Micheal White & Mary O'Callaghan v John White & Martina Corkery Martyn Rayner & Deirdre Hannigan v Tom White & Rebecca Kavanagh Ger Bagge & Teresa Queally v John Queally & Patricia Doyle Austin Kiely & Breda Conway v Derek Power & Gillian Cashman Francis O'Connor & Deirdre Batty v Michael Whelan & Mary Kiely Frank Waters & Alice Collins v Jimmy Beresford & Bernie Morrissey Michael Kavanagh & Elaine Goss v Brian O'Connor & Rosie Murphy TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL On next Thursday, 25th June the Tony Dunford

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343.

E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition.

Sat., 20th June Eddie Hackett course 18 hole Stableford. Winner: Ger Murray (6) – 35 pts CSS: 34 pts.

Sun., 21st June Eddie Hackett Course 18 hole Stableford; 1st.

Shane Hanrahan (12) 37 pts, 2nd.

Michael Byrne (26) 33 pts, 3rd.

Phil Kinsella (14) 33 pts b9.

CSS: 33 pts R.O. Tuesday Treats 16th June CAT 1 1st Fintan Gee (18) 29 pts, 2nd Percy Walsh (20) 27 pts. CAT 2 1st David O’Keeffe (16) 31 pts, 2nd John Keane (15) 28 pts. CAT 3 1st Keith Landers (18) 26 pts Al Eile Open Gents Singles Wednesday, June 17th 1st Jack Corr (6) 42 pts Portarlington GC; 2nd Darragh Herlihy (4) 40 pts.

Extra Qualifers Phil Kinsella (14) 37 pts, Gross Conor Morrissey (3) 32 pts CSS 36 pts.

Carrig Na bhFear Golf Society 1st Bernard Holland 39 pts, 2nd Mark Kennedy 38 pts, 3rd Ray Galvin 36 pts.

Cottoners Golf Society – Thursday, 18th June 1st Brian Carey 39 pts, 2nd Anthony Ahearne 38 pts, 3rd Roger Harty 34 pts.

Comeragh Golf Society – Thursday, 18th June 1st Overall Helen O’Donoghue 35 pts,1st Lady Ann Leahy 35 pts,1st Gent F. O’Mara 34 pts.

Dunhill GAA Golf Society Captains Prize (Pat Crowley) 1st John Whyte (4) 38 pts 2nd Brian Dunbar (15) 35 pts, 3rd Frank Murphy (13) 34 pts.

Aghada GAA Golf Society – Saturday, 20th June 1st Ken

Memorial will take place. This tournament is in honour of one of our most popular members, who sadly passed away at a young age. Tony was involved with everything that went on in the Gold Coast and it is only fitting that he be remembered with this event each year.

It is a team event with four players on each team. It is played over 36 holes with a shotgun start at 9.00 a.m. All players are to check in at before 8.30 a.m.

This year the format will be as follows: 1st Round: 2 scores to count at each hole. 2nd round: All players to play off scratch with 2 scores to count at each hole. Players will be given 2 feet of string for each shot of their handicap and this can be used to move the ball.

When the string is used it will be cut off and dumped. Tactics will play a big part in this round and no doubt there will be plenty of stories afterwards. It is a fun day with a BBQ at the 10th hole and tea and sandwiches at the 18th hole and a three course meal in the Gold Coast on completion of the two rounds. Also a contribution will be made to SERT. All this for just €30 per player.

BELVEDERE TROPHY Waterford Castle ended our interest in this competition in the second round match at the Gold Coast on Thursday evening last. While we were short a few players due to holidays and work commitments the players brought in did a very good job and were unlucky not to get a better result. Best of luck to Waterford Castle in the next round.

JUNIOR GOLF Coaching: Coaching commences on Monday, 22nd June at 6.30 at the practice area for all our Junior Golfers with Ian Prendergast.

Fred Daly Plate: On Sunday last we played Tramore in the Fred Daly Plate. The Gold Coast was represented by Jack Kiely, Seanie Lenihan, Darren McGuckian, Lee Crotty and Michael Lenihan in that order with the highest handicap going out first and the lowest last. Tramore proved too strong for us on the day but we still have the return leg to look forward to. Brian O’Connor was in charge here.

O’Keeffe (11) 4 2pts, 2nd Mike Clarke (19) 34 pts, 3rd Seamus O’Driscoll (19) 30 pts.

The Old Forge Golf Society – Saturday, 20th June 1st P. O’Riordan, 2nd J. Phelan, 3rd Ted Hughes, F9 John Power, B9 Joe Rockett.

HOLE IN ONE 9th Jimmy Phelan. 3 Ball Scramble In Aid of Ethiopian Project – Friday, 19th June 1st Johnny Sheehan, Michael Kelleher & Eddie O’Halloran 42. 2nd David Condon, Suzanne Dalton & Chris Gough 42. 3rd Reena McDonnell, Mary Herlihy & Michael Hanlon 43.

Best Ladies June Whyte, Jean Conway & Phil Kelly 47.

FIXTURES Wednesday, 24th June – Al Eile Open Qualifier 18 hole sfd.

Fri/Sat/Sun., 26th, 27th, 28th June – Gent’s Open Fourball.

BRABAZON TROPHY Best of luck to Gary Hurley who competes in the prestigeous Brabazon Trophy at Notts golf club in Holinwell England this week.

GENTS OPEN FOURBALL JUNE 26th, 27th 28th To celebrate their famous win in the Friary Handball Classic, our Captain and President have joined forces to sponsor an open fourball on

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Gold Coast Golf Club Captain's Prize to the Ladies. Seated from left: Tom White, Captain, presents his prize to the winner, Bernie Morrissey, with Gillian Cashman, Lady Captain. Standing from left: Ger Hallinan, (3rd); Eilo Fitzgerald for Helena Fitzgerald (Best Gross); Williamena Reynolds (2nd) and Kay Classen (4th).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] New Membership Offer for Gents: We now have a very special offer for new members wishing to join the Gold Coast.

From now to 1st January, 2017 the fee is €540. This is a limited time offer and is only for new members. Talk to Bob or Mark for more information.

LADIES NOTES Coaching: Coaching for Ladies with Ian Prendergast will take place on Monday evenings at 7.15 p.m. The cost is €4 per session and sessions last about 45 minutes. This is available to all ladies and beginners especially.

Results: 18 Hole S/Ford kindly sponsored by Helvick Seafood 1st Loraine Birney (33) 38 pts; 2nd Karen Darcy (23) 36 pts; 3rd Kay Claassen (31) 34 pts.

18 Hole Ongoing: Mary Clancy (13) 37 pts.

Sanikleen 3 Ball Rumble 1st Kate Daly, Veronica Vaughan, Rachel Sheehan: 82 pts; 2nd Nora Roche, Geraldine Coughlan, Anne Kearney: 68 pts; 3rd Breda McCarthy, Ellen Dorgan, Phil Sheehan: 66 (on countback).

Fixtures: 18 Hole club Ongoing Competition This is a new competition with a limit of 20 entries and should prove very popular with everybody for the summer months. Entry is €5 and re-entry is €3, and along with our ongoing 10 hole competition there is something for everybody!!

Sunday, 28th June, AIG Interclub Foursomes in Clonmel GC. Draw sheet posted in kiosk.

Sunday, 28th June, 18 hole Club competition.

Sunday, 5th July, 18 hole competition sponsored by

Johnny Lynch.

Committee Meeting: Our next committee meeting will be on Friday, 3rd July at 8pm in the Bunker Bar Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay: This is one of our major matchplay competitions of the year kindly sponsored by Sheila Norris for which we are so grateful. Sheila, a past President of the club has always been an advocate of good golf, and deems strokeplay or matchplay to be the epitome of the game!! Sheila has always been so generous with her sponsorship, and many a hard battle has been fought to attain the coveted prize. This year we are trying a new format of a one day qualifier for each leg of the competition which eventually results in the final pairing. The draw is now extended to June 21st and

the first qualifying competition takes place on Saturday, July 4th, if you cannot play on this day you must have your match played before the specified date. Draw sheet for above competition now posted in kiosk, please add your name and support this worthwhile competition.

Dawn International Mixed Foursomes: Ladies, please note that the draw has been made for this competition, check your partners and arrange your match dates without delay.

New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

Friday 26th / Saturday 27th / Sunday, 28th June.

Online booking available or ring 058 43216 for timesheet.

Please note limited times on Saturday due to lady captain’s prize.

IRISH JUNIOR CUP We recorded a 3-2 victory over Williamstown at Waterford Castle in the preliminary round on Sunday evening and now progress to the first round proper on July 4th/5th.

BARTON SHIELD We make the short trip to Dungarvan on Saturday, 27th June for the first round of the Barton shield vs Tramore.

FRED DALY TROPHY Our Fred Daly team recorded a 5-2 victory over Faithlegg at Carrick on Suir on Saturday to set up an East Munster area final against Thurles in the next round.

CLUB FOURBALL The draw for the mens club fourball is now posted and players who have entered are asked to check pairings and matches with a view to completing first round by the due date.

CLUB SINGLES Anyone interested should put their names on the sheet now posted on notice board.

AUTUMN SENIORS ALLIANCE Timesheet is now available in the clubhouse for Waterford outing on Monday, 29th June.

Spaces are limited so please ring the office to book your place. 058 43216.

BELVEDERE TROPHY Waterford Castle will be our opponents in the next round of the Belvedere trophy. With the first leg to be played at home we will need to put in a mighty performance if we are to have any chance of progressing to the county final.

SUMMER CHALLENGE CUP – LANDERS HITS THE TOP Keith & Colin Landers lead the Summer Challenge on 45 pts & 42 pts after 2 rounds.

Last weeks leader County player Ryan Donnelly has now moved into Professional Ranks here at West Waterford. Cathal Curran holds 3rd position on 29 pts.

Full leaderboard on Facebook. Best 2 Cards during June/July.

CARE OF THE COURSE – YOU CAN HELP We are delighted with the many favourable comments on the condition of the course and the greens.

This is the result of time

effort and money from the course staff, volunteers and members. It has come to our attention that many players are failing to repair pitch marks and divots.

Consequently we are appealing to members and guest to be aware of pitch marks and to please repair same even if they are not your own.

We are so lucky to have such a magnificent facility, so lets all do our bit to keep it in the best possible condition.

JUNIOR NOTES Junior Competition – Tuesday, 16th June 1st Niall Blackwell (19) 36 pts; 2nd Simon Kelly (19) 32 pts.

Next Junior Competition Tuesday, 23rd June at 11 am sharp.

SUMMER CAMP DATES Tuesday, 7th July to Friday, 10th July & 7th to 10th August.

Girls (age 6-13) 11.00 am12.30 pm Boys (age 6-8) 1.30 pm3.00.

Boys (age 9-13) 3.00 pm4.30 pm.

CONTACT: 086 352 1070.

Email: twmurphy9@gmail.com F a c e b o o k : TimMurphyCoaching

LADIES NOTES RESULTS 18 hole S/F played on Sunday 14th or Thursday, 18th June, kindly sponsored by Cliff House Hotel – Phil Kelly (23) 39 points; Mary Lou Carroll (19) 38 points (Back 9); Rose McCarthy (24) 38 points. CSS – Sunday 38; Thursday 35.

18 hole S/F Sunday, 21st June, kindly sponsored by Marie T. Curran – Mary Donnelly (20) 41 points; Finola Butler (23) 38 points; Kathleen Broderick (32) 38 points. CSS 38.

LADY CAPTAIN’S PRIZE This week our Lady Captain Mary Barron hosts her Lady Captain’s prize on Thursday, 25th and Saturday, 27th. On behalf of all the lady members, we wish Mary a very enjoyable, fun filled and successful captain’s week. Draw for partners will take place after Tuesday scramble.

We wish all competitors the best of luck.

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Captain’s Prize to the Ladies on Saturday, 4th July.

MIXED FOURSOMES If you are interested in playing the Club mixed foursomes, please put your name on sheet in ladies locker room.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707.

Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net AN extraordinarily busy week at the Club. Our Monday Senior continue to grow in popularity and again we had a great entry. Tuesday saw the popular June Hayes rip the course apart shooting an unbelievable 49 points to claim victory. Not to be outdone, junior Sean Whelan Barrett shot 47points in the Thursday Singles. Friday saw John and Ina Considine hosting the Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland Classic and members and visitors came out in force to support this worthy charity. Almost 50 teams of four took to the course to raise funds with John and Ina delighted with the response. The weekend was particulary busy with the Tom Murphy sponsored Singles and Mai O’Brien showed her class shooting 41pts to win. In the Mens section Jack Collins claimed his first singles win on Saturday, with Martin Walsh winning again on Sunday. We hosting the Area Final of the Irish Mixed Foursomes, with Cahir coming out on top over Youghal. On the team front our ladies minor cup team were narrowly beaten by Cobh in the fourth round and our Fred Daly team played well but lost out to Bandon.

Next weekend we are hoping for better fortune as our Barton Shield team are in action. Our boys have been practising

hard and we wish them the best of luck.

OPEN FORTNIGHT Friday 3rd July to Sunday 19th July Dungarvan Golf Club’s popular Open Fortnight is only around the corner. It takes place from Friday, 3rd July to Sunday, 19th July. We will be hoping for a continuation of the fine weather as there is a magnificent line up of competitions to whet all golfers’ appetites with singles, fourballs, scrambles and rumbles events taking place throughout. We are very grateful as always to our sponsors for their continued support. For a full list of events see below and to book online visit www.dungarvangolfclub.com .

Fri 3rd Jul 2015 = Open 3 Person Scramble (Atec Fire and Security Group) Sat 4th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Sanikleen) Open Ladies S/F (Interlude) Sun 5th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Fourball (Helvick Seafood) +Presentation of Prizes Mon 6th Jul 2015 = Open Junior Golf (John Lynch) Open Mixed Foursomes (Moore Financial) Tue 7th Jul 2015 = Open Ladies 3 Person Champagne Scramble (Rich Rags) Wed 8th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Member Sponsored) Thurs. 9th Jul 2015 = Open

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026.

Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S RESULTS Sunday, 21st June – Kelleher SuperValu 18 Hole Open Qualifier: 1st Peter Whelan (13) 42 pts.; 2nd Noel McNamara (16) 39 pts.; 3rd Pat Morrissey (12) 37 pts.

CSS: Sunday 69.

PETER QUALIFIES IN STYLE! The men’s competition this week was a Sunday only affair and the Kelleher SuperValu Qualifier was held in lieu of a full weekend competition. Peter Whelan took full advantage and shot the lights out with a fine 42 points off a 13 handicap. Peter will now have the benefit of no shot on index 13 next week for his efforts!! His round was exception though with 8 pars and 3 yes 3 birdies a good start with a birdie on the first followed with steady golf and then a birdie on the 14th and then a birdie on the difficult 17th hole to cap off a fine days’ work.

Second was Lismore man Noel McNamara who had 39 points off a 16 handicap. Noel had 10 pars but even with that he had a bit of a wobble on the 6th and 7th holes and blanked them both so to turnout a 39 point total was great shooting from lifelong pioneer Noel!!

Third was Pa Morrissey, Pa was very steady throughout and he had 9 pars for his round to help him accumulate his total of 37 points off a 12 handicap.

LISMORE COUNTRY CLUBS Lismore had a fine win in the quarter final of the Country Clubs on Sunday by beating Lisselan in Rafeen Creek 4-3 the teams were very finely matched and manager Jack Aherne gauged it perfectly with the score at 3-3 Andrew Hamilton was the man to hold his nerve and win the 17th and 18th holes to clinch the win and the match for Lismore. The team was

Gents Singles S/F (Arachas) Fri. 10th Jul 2015 = Open 3 Person Rumble (Gleesons) Sat. 11th Jul 2015 = Open Gents/Ladies S/F (Ryan Motor Power Clonmel, Main Skoda Dealer) Sun. 12th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Fourball (Irish Turfcare) Mon. 13th Jul 2015 = Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday Tues. 14th Jul 2015 = Open Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Tannery) Wed. 15th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Deise Golf World,Graham Nagle) Thurs. 16th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (WLR FM) Fri. 17th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles S/F (Thomas Coffey & Son) Sat. 18th Jul 2015 = Open 2 Person Rumble Sun. 19th Jul 2015 = Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy (Waterford Crystal) Golfer of the Fortnight sponsored by Devereux Menswear.

Open Fortnight Hole in One sponsored by Muldoons Irish Whiskey Liqueur.

GENTS RESULTS Mon. 15th 1st Alan Diloughery (20) 40 pts, 2 Billy Forrest (19) Youghal 40 pts, 3 Des Power (23) 40 pts, Best Lady Mgt Fenton Cobh 36 pts.

CSS Home 37 pts/visitors 35.

Thurs. 18th Spar Open Singles: 1st Sean Whelan Barrett (10) 47 pts, 2nd Jake O’Riordan (10) 42 pts, 3rd M Hanrahan (12) 41, 4 Paul Morrison (17) 39, 5 John Corbett (19) 38. CSS 37.

AADI Classic 1st M Ryan, M Harty, E Walsh, M Hofstede 97pts, 2 D Waslsh, T Burke, K Croke, J Elstead 95, 3 A Yellop, D O’Keeffe, G Fyffe, P Griffin 95, F. Howard, S Beecher, M Burke, D Howard 94, 4 T Melody, M Kelleher, C Power, P Power 94, 5th G. Raher, D Raher, M O’Mahony,

James Bennett, John Kenneally, Frank Roche, Dean Whelan, Martin Power, Paddy O’Leary and Andrew Hamilton.

Aside from Andrews’ point the others to claim points for Lismore were Dean Whelan, John Kenneally and Paddy O’Leary. The other matches were all very tight and according to James his caddie ruined any chance he had of victory!!

Well done to Jack and all the team and they can now look forward to a Munster semi-final in Castlegregory and hopefully a final too.

MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 22nd to Thursday, 25th June – Ongoing FRONT 9 Singles Stableford Competition.

Tuesday, 23rd June – 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m.

Friday, 26th June – Kelleher SuperValu Open Qualifier. Last Tee 6.15 p.m.

Saturday 27th & Sunday, 28th June – 18 Singles Stroke (GOY) M. J. O’Brien Trophy.

Monday, 29th June, to Thursday, 2nd July – Ongoing Front 9 Singles Stableford Competition.

Tuesday, 30th June – 12 Hole Bacon at 5.30 p.m.

Saturday 4th & Sunday, 5th July – 18 Hole Singles Stableford kindly sponsored

by Shamrocks GAA. CAPTAIN’S PRIZE, KINDLY

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Dungarvan Golf Club Vice-Captain’s Prize 2015 kindly presented by Jim Kiersey. Front L-R: David Raher, Captain; Martin Walsh, winner; Jim Kiersey, Vice-Captain. Back L-R: John Corbett, 3rd; Gabriel Leacy, Gross; Fr. John Condon, 2nd; Donal Verling, 4th; Liam Carroll, President.

[Pat Crowley] G Whelan 93. 6 Sean McGovern, J Collins, J Norris, S Norris 93. Sat. 20th Open Gents Singles Tom Murphy Car Sales: 1st J Collins (24) 39 pts, 2 Donal Williams (5) 37 pts, Gross Kevin Stack (+1) 37 pts, 3 P Power (21) 37pts.

CSS 37. Sun. 21st Open Singles Tom Murphy Car Sales: 1st Martin Walsh (12) 37 pts, 2 John Corbett (18) 37 pts, Gross G. Leacy (1) 35 pts, 3 J T Fenton C-O-S 37, 4 N Curran (9) Gold Coast 37 pts CSS 35 pts.

LADIES RESULTS Tues. 16th 1st June Hayes (24) 49 pts, 2nd June James (21) 40 pts, 3rd Cathie Whelan O’Mahony (11) 39 pts, 4th Betty O’Brien (13) 39 pts CSS 39. Sat. 20th Open Singles (Tom Murphy Car Sales): Mai O’Brien (18) 41, 2 Marie Fahey (25) 40, 3 B Killigrew (29) 38 pts.

SIXTY.COM RESULTS 17th June: 1st Mce Cliffe

(15) 22, Best Lady Ann Morrissey (25) 13, Best Gent Pat Deasy (16) 19 pts. Next competition 24th June at 2 p.m.

YOUNGONES Next Club competition 24th June at 2.30 p.m. back 9.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Monday, 22nd Open Gents & Ladies Seniors (50+) Tuesday, 23rd Open Ladies Singles Wednesday, 24th Sixty.Com at 2 pm,Youngones back 9 at 2.30.

Thursday, 25th EuroSpar Gents Open Singles Friday, 26th Open Gents Singles S/F Monday, 29th Open Gents & Ladies Seniors (50+) Open Fortnight Friday, 3rd July to 19th July www.dungarvangolfclub.com LADIES OPEN SUMMER MEDAL QUALIFIER May: Front 9 Mary Phelan (23) 21 pts

Back 9 Bridget Aherne (14) 21 pts Final will be held on Wednesday September 2nd at 5.30 pm. This is a 9 hole s/f.

Ladies please remember to return your cards no matter what the score is as 5 are needed to qualify for the final.

JUNIOR NOTES Junior coaching continues next Saturday at 3 pm and we look forward to a great crowd.

Congrats to Barry Morrissey on making the Men’s board.

Any enquiries relating to Junior activities can be directed to Club Professional, David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

PROSHOP NEWS Resident professional David continues to be busy with Lithium batteries and trolley repairs proving popular.

Our Barton Shield and Minor Cup panels continue to work hard under David’s guidance

as they prepare for upcoming matches.

This week Callaway Demo Day. Fittings are by appointment only. You can follow ProShop activities on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com.

CLUB RAFFLE This year again Dungarvan Golf Club is running a Club Raffle for a fantastic array of prizes. Do you fancy a holiday abroad in magnificent Cannes, a free membership, or a relaxing getaway break in a luxury Irish Hotel?

To be in with a chance to win these and other superb prizes, enter the Dungarvan Golf Club’s big raffle! Your continued support is very much appreciated. The grand draw will take place on the night of the Presidents Prize 9th August 2015.

Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. Tickets €2 each, book of 6 for €10.

PRESENTED BY AMANDA POWER. Brid Henry claimed her first Captains prize in glorious sunshine on Saturday last. Brid was out early and handled the course best of all with her 69 leaving her just one very valuable point ahead of three chasing ladies. Hannah Lucas proved to be the best of the three and duly took second prize, Katherine Moynihan had the next best back 9 to take third with Catherine Neville’s 70 earning her fourth prize.

New member Eithne Bermingham received a lovely welcome to the club taking home the gross prize. Our three category winners all hit the 72 mark with Helen Farrow taking Cat 1, Mary Beecher Cat 2 and Alice Henley Cat 3. The 9 hole comp was won by Breeda Lucy.

Amanda presented her beautiful prizes and thanked all the ladies for their participation and support and anyone who helped in organising the day, especially Tony, Ann, Bernie, Katherine, club officers and competitions. She also welcomed her friends and her family and thanked them for their support throughout the year.

Brid when accepting her prize said she was delighted to finally capture her first Captain’s Prize on this special Jubilee year after being quite

close on a few occasions and she duly thanked Amanda for her fabulous Prize which she will wear with pride.

Well done to Amanda on a fantastic day which was thoroughly enjoyed by all.

RESULTS Sunday, 14th & Wednesday, 17th June 18 holes singles Kindly Sponsored by Thomas Baldwin –Baldwin’s Ice Cream.

1st Amanda Power (12) 37 pts 2nd Alice Henley (31) 36 pts Gross JoJo Tobin (19) 20 gross.

Sat 20th June Captains Prize,18 hole Stroke, GOY, Medal, kindly Presented by Lady Captain Amanda Power 1st Brid Henry (21) 69 nett 2nd Hannah Lucas (23) 70 nett Gross Eithne Bermingham (15) 88 gross 3rd Katherine Moynihan (19) 70 nett B6 4th Catherine Neville (31) 70 nett Cat 1: 13-20 Helen Farrow (18) 72 Cat 2: 21-28 Mary Beecher (23)72 nett Cat 3: 29-36 Alice Henley (31) 72 nett Past Captain Margaret Morrissey 9 hole Comp: Breeda Lucy (36) 14 pts FIXTURES Wed 24th June, fun team

event to include beginner ladies, check board for details.

Tuesday, June 2nd – Tues June 30th, ongoing 9hole stableford, re-entry.

Friday, June 26th, Kelleher’s Supervalu Qualifier, Open 18 holes Stableford Sunday, 28th June & Wednesday, 1st July 18 holes Stroke, Medal, Kindly Sponsored by David Hayes.

Sunday, 5th & Wednesday, 8th OPEN DAY Champagne Scramble, ladies are asked if possible to have a visitor on your team.

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS The club singles draw has been made and is posted in the clubhouse.

This year the format is slightly changed with everyone getting two games in a round robin system with the winner moving on to the next round. Please check in clubhouse for details.

The mixed draw has also been made and is posted up in the mens board.

Best of luck to the AIG ladies foursomes team who face the Goldcoast in Clonmel on Sun 28th June.

DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Every Monday night for the summer we provide an opportunity for of our Beginners/learners chance to try out golf in our “Desperate Housewives”.

On Monday nights at 7 pm we will have some experi-

enced ladies availlable to help out with any one who is thinking of giving the game a go, would like to come along and see how they would get on with some help and support and no pressure. Anyone welcome to come along at 7 pm and give it a try.

Please pass on word to any ladies you think might have an interest.

MIXED Mixed golf continues every Friday evening at 6.30 pm, we would love to see some more ladies or gents who wish to play some social enjoyable golf come along.

All welcome, please txt or call ahead if you are running late.

JUNIORS Junior Golf lessons are being organised for girls and boys in Lismore Golf Club. We hope to run two sessions by PGA David Hayes on Mondays 7 to 8 pm and Thursdays 10 to 11 am.

Equipment will be supplied, Cost: €20 for 5 lessons, discounts for siblings.

The lessons will start early July and if you are going on holidays no problem, lucky you. Lessons are a great way to get the basics right when starting off golf.

Any questions and to confirm attendance contact Laoise on 087 7512397 before spaces fill up.

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SOCCER

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Dungarvan United FC ARDMORE ACADEMY CUP A flurry of blue decended upon beautiful Ardmore on Saturday last for this annual event. It was a warm but cloudy day and we are sure there was some reddened skin on Sunday morning!

We had two teams in U-7 U-8 & U-10 and one team in U-9.

The events of the day got underway and before long Dungarvan were finding their footing with some great skill being shown all round.

The group stages had most of the blues in front with some great wins.

The U-7s were on great form under Mark Crotty and Davy "Skerries" Casey after teething at the recent Len Rodgers Tournament in Clashmore.

U-8s were making super headway in the groups with balls hitting the back of the net to cheers of applause from the many supporters who travelled with us.

The groups was as far as it went for U-9 and coach John Byrne who were just unlucky on the day which can happen to the best of teams.

Once the groups were done we were lucky to have an U-7, two U-8 and two U-10 teams into the semis, which unfortunately was the end of the road for one of our U-8 teams and thanks to Aiden Landers and Darragh Coleman who coached the team on the day.

Dungarvan U-7, U-8 and U-10 red won their semifinals with U-10 blue also coming out victorious against a serious Lismore side after AET and nailbiting penalties, shot stopper goalie Darragh Cozzie grabbed the first three of Lismore's penatlies with ease and all three Dungarvan strikes eluded the opposition....... onto the finals!

U-7 had a serious little team going in a game that seemed to last 90 minutes, they had a hugely successful final, these are boys to look out for in the future.

Our U-8 Captain Scott Collins and his team guided

by Dean Guiry and Mubs

Dungarvan United FC team who took part in the Ardmore Academy Cup last weekend.

Dungarvan United FC U-7 team who were successful at the Ardmore Academy Cup last weekend.

Ashraf were not coming away without a win, and it was a fantastic game to watch. The lads battled for every ball and found themselves down at times, it looked like it was heading to penalties when Scott Collins broke the deadlock with a cracking goal to bring the second cup of the day for Dungarvan.

With both U-10 teams mentored by Ken Gardner, Pat Roche and Billy Coleman getting to the final, these lads who have played together from such a young age, on their last visit to Ardmore decided reaching the final was enough for them and came away united and U-10 2015 winners forfeiting the lifting of a cup and putting their sportsmanship and friendship

above all, we are all very proud of you lads, worthy winners who travelled to Kilmacow on Sunday for a blitz of three games winning 2 and drawing 1. A good weekend of football was had by all and massive thanks as usual to all who were involved in anyway on the day.

Thanks to Ardmore for hosting the tournament and Kilmacow for the U-10 blitz on Sunday. All you parents and of course the young blues each of whom did themselves and the club proud last weekend.

CLUB LOTTO Winning numbers were 20, 36, 11. No jackpot winner. €100 winner was John Snail.

ACADEMY FUNDAY Thanks to all those who

travelled to Ardmore with us yesterday and congratulations to those who won in U-7 & U-8 & U-10. Our Academy Walk/Funday takes place next Saturday, 27th June. All children must be pre-registered by 4 pm on Wednesday, please text your child's name and year of birth to 086 886 5829 and timings etc will be text out on Thursday evening to those who register. All children should have already received a sponsorship card.

We would appreciate your support on Saturday as all proceeds will go to academy and club development for the benefit of us all. Please note those not participating, there will be NO ACADEMY ON SATURDAY.

Fundraising walk and Cycle this Saturday FUNDRAISING WALK & CYCLE SATURDAY, 27th JUNE, 2015 - GOOD NEWS Dungarvan United AFC are 90% completed on our floodlighting of our main field in Kilrush Park, Dungarvan.

BAD NEWS Dungarvan United AFC has to raise €10,000 of our own funds by the 1st of July to have floodlights in Dungarvan for next season.

WE NEED YOUR HELP WITH OUR SPONSORED CYCLE! COULD YOU DO THE CYCLE? COULD YOU GET SPONSORSHIP FOR SOMEONE TO DO THE CYCLE? COULD YOU SPONSOR SOMEONE DOING THE CYCLE? SPONSORING ONE OF OUR MANY PLAYERS WHO WILL BE OBTAINING SPONSORSHIP ON OUR CYCLISTS BEHALF!

COULD YOU HELP AS A STEWARD? COULD YOU HELP IN SOME SMALL WAY? Stan Cummins not only has helped lead us back in to Premier Football but is heading up the organisation of the clubs cycdle. Contact Stan or any of our committee or David Walsh 087-6896983 davidwalsh1@hotmail.com IS THE CYCLE FOR EXPERIENCED CYCLISTS ONLY? Not at all…… This organised cycle caters for both novice and experienced cyclists alike with the pace you follow up to yourself. There are also back up vans with mechanical support, just in case you need it!

DO I NEED TO REGISTER? Yes – you can register by contacting Stan Cummins or any committee member or emailing davidwalsh1@ hotmail.com

Pictured above is the cover of our Sponsored Cycle which will be making its way around the town in the coming weeks. Please support the club where possible.

Dungarvan United FC team who took part in the Ardmore Academy Cup last weekend.

Stradbally FC LOTTO The next Lotto Draw is in Whelan’s Bar on Sunday night. Jackpot prize is €2,900. Tickets available from local retail outlets and regular promoters. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. Be in to win.

SUMMER CAMP The ever popular Stradbally Soccer Club Summer Camp takes place this year over 4 days from 28th July to 31st July. 10.30 am to 2.30 pm daily. Old favourites and brand new activities will find favour with all the children. Of course none of this would be possible without the veritable army of helpers (over 40 last year) that makes everything tick.

Teenagers are a vital part of this campaign and will receive a Soccer Club Certificate to acknowledge their help. For further details

contact Kevin Barnes at 087 2760304.

CLUB KITS There are some club kits for children still available.

Ideal birthday presents.

Sizes: 5/6, 7/8,9/10. Contact Aine at 087 7618127.

ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg at 087 2306841.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Stradbally FC recently held their AGM in the Club Rooms. Officers - Tadhg Crowley, John O'Shea and Gerry Dunne gave résumé of the various team, activities and events which comprised the club's year. Thanks went to those who mentored the various team, including Academy & Little Dribblers.

Special mention went to our Under 11 side who captured their league title. Grateful

thanks was offered to all our Lotto Draw promoters and supporters, as well as FAI National Draw ticket purchasers. The Summer Camp of 2014 was a resounding success and it is hoped the forthcoming Camp will be of a similar vintage. Fulsome praise went to Colin Murray who keeps the grounds in fine fettle.

The adult team received a full kit from C2C Broadband and we thank their representative Eugene for his generous sponsorship.

The Christmas Day Swim once again was a great event and the club was delighted to present the proceeds to Bonmahon Lifeboat to help their excellent work.

All are looking forward to season 2015-16. The incoming committee will have their first meeting on Wednesday, 8th July at 8 p.m.

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Manchester United Supporters Club – Waterford Branch FIXTURES RELEASED Last Wednesday saw the coming season’s fixtures released and the ALL important provisional dates and opponents are as follows AUGUST: SPURS 8th (H), ASTON VILLA 15th (a), NEWCASTLE 22nd (H), SWANSEA 29th (a).

SEPTEMBER: LIVERPOOL 12th (H), SOUTHAMPTON 19th(a), SUNDERLAND 26th (H).

OCTOBER: ARSENAL 3rd (a), Everton 17TH (A), MAN CITY 24th (H), CRYSTAL PALACE 31st (a).

NOVEMBER: WEST BROM 7th (H), WATFORD 21st (a), LEICESTER 28th (a) DECEMBER: WEST HAM 5th (H), BOURNEMOUTH 12th (a), NORWICH 19th (H), STOKE 26th (a), CHELSEA 28th (H).

JANUARY: SWANSEA 2nd (H), NEWCASTLE 13th (a), LIVERPOOL 16th (a), SOUTHAMPTON (H).

FEBRUARY: STOKE 2nd (H), CHELSEA 2nd (a), SUNDERLAND 13th (a), ARSENAL 27th (H).

MARCH: WATFORD 1st (H), WEST BROM 5th (a), CRYSTAL PALACE 12th (H), MAN CITY 19th (a).

APRIL: EVERTON 2nd

(H), SPURS 9th (a), ASTON VILLA 16th (H), WEST HAM 23rd (a), LEICESTER CITY 30th (H).

MAY: NORWICH 7th (a), BOURNEMOUTH 15th (H).

So there is no confusion all the home fixtures are the ones with (H) after them and the same applies to the away fixtures denoted by the (a) after the fixture. Please be aware prior to booking any travel arrangements ALL fixtures are subject to change for T.V. and possible cup clashes and hopefully champions league latter stages!

Should you wish to apply for any of the above HOME fixtures you MUST become a member of the OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP IN OLD TRAFFORD as well as join the Waterford branch locally.

If interested contact the secretary on 087 1940089 and he will be only to happy to point you in the right direction.

OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP As already stated you MUST be an OFFICIAL member affiliated to the branch network in Old Trafford to be eligible to apply for matches to do so you can follow any of these options 1 Contact Old Trafford awitchboard on 0044 161 868 8000 and wait for the

prompt for "official membership."

2 Go onto manutd.com and click on the "official membership icon" and follow the simple instructions.

3 Contact the secretary on 087 1940089 and it can be arranged for you to get your application done via the secretary (this option will only apply for the months of JUNE AND JULY, once the season starts you will have to do it yourself).

WATERFORD BRANCH MEMBERSHIP Not to be confused with the official membership you MUST pay your Waterford branch subscription SEPARATELY to your official membership by joining the official membership does not automatically make you a waterford branch member.

The subscription will remain the same at €10 per adult and €5 for junior (u-16) and €5 for O.A.P (over 65).

Please arrange to get this to any committee member or simply contact the secretary on 087 1940089 to arrange payment.

TRANSFER MARKET VERY QUIET It is looking like a lot of signings will become closer to the start of the season as it

seems dormant for every club at the moment as the usual "cat and mouse" of agents and selling clubs haggle for as much as thay can squeeze the last few pounds out of the purchasing club. It is all speculation until you see a player on the pitch with a United shirt in his hand at a press conference to confirm that they have signed.

The rumour mill will be working overtime as Copa America players come under the spotlight of the watching millions. We can only hope that Mr. Van Gaal has his players all lined up and ready to sign as United obviously need to add to the squad.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT The minimum requirement for the branch to stay affiliated is 50 members and after a quick start some are dragging their heels and I would simply urge you to rectify your own situation asap so this figure can be obtained well in advance of the JULY 31st deadline.

The simple instructions are printed in these notes for renewals and first time members to join.The renewal discount deadline is this weekend 30th June after that you will have to pay the full price.

WLRfm Causeway Tennis Club Senior Open Week 2015 WD5 L-R: Clodagh Carthy, President; Denis O’Donovan, Committee; Orla Dawson, and Deirdre Ryan, Runner-up, St. Anne’s Tennis Club, Waterford. Also included Ger Kelly, Tournament Director.

[Pat Crowley]

WLRfm Causeway Tennis Club Senior Open Week 2015 WD4. LR: Clodagh Carthy, President; Sinead Hayes, Andrea Elaine Jones, 1st St. Anne’s Tennis Club; Orla Dawson, WLRFM Sponsor; Ger Kelly, Tournament Director; Ann Brennan, Julianne Veale 2nd, Causeway Tennis Club.

[Pat Crowley]

Evan Mahon (Lismore) after bowling the ball during the Lismore v Dublin Writers XI Cricket game at Castle Farm recently.

[Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

WLRfm Causeway Tennis Club Senior Open Week 2015 LR: Clodagh Carthy, President; Denis O’Donovan, Committee; Orla Dawson WLRfm Sponsor; Ger Cusack, 1st, Causeway Tennis Club; Ger Kelly, Tournament Director.

[Pat Crowley]

Suzanne McMahon on her way to score a try on the first night of the Dungarvan RFC's Tag Rugby Tournament.

Alex Lai in action during the first night of the Dungarvan RFC's Tag Rugby Tournament.

WLRfm Causeway Tennis Club Senior Open Week 2015 WD 6. L-R: Clodagh Carthy, President; Denis O’Donovan, Committee; Orla Dawson, WLRfm Sponsor; Mary Ellis, and Bernadette O’Donovan, winners, Rushbrook Cobh, Co. Cork. Also included Ger Kelly, Tournament Director.

[Pat Crowley]

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Dungarvan Triathlon 2015 WHAT a day we had for the Dungarvan Triathlon on Saturday last! The weather was most definitely on our side in Clonea for the second Dungarvan Triathlon. With sunshine, blue skies, a calm sea, conditions for this race organised superbly by local Triathlon Club, Tried & Tested, could not have been better.

It was a fantastic event, for both the 300 competitors and the spectators who came out in their droves to see the action. The feedback from everyone is so positive that all at the club are incredibly proud of how well it all went; from registration to transition to the race itself to the finish line. Everything ran like clockwork, which is a testament to meticulous planning by Race Director Dave Campbell, ably assisted by section leads Bryan Hallissey, Natalie Shaw Hamilton, Cathal Gleeson, Mark Rhys Thomas, Jason Travers, Mark Cliffe and Michele Durand. On the day, we had 120 volunteers helping at the event, which proves once

again how the people of Dungarvan and surrounding areas get behind events such as this.

The Sprint Triathlon consisted of a 750m swim, 23km cycle and a 5.7km run. Due to increased numbers this year, the swim was split into two waves, starting seven minutes apart. Super footage of the swim was captured by Mark Cliffe and is available to view on the Dungarvan Triathlon Facebook page.

The images of Clonea Beach with its crystal clear water and the Comeragh Mountains in the background are just stunning and showcase the area in the best way possible.

The cycle route took competitors out the coast road for 11.5km with a turnaround before the Five Cross Roads and back to Clonea for a 5.7km run loop, taking in the Gold Coast and the Ballinclamper/Kilgrovan track to the Finish Line.

Competitors came from all over the country and overseas to take part in what many triathletes said was the best organised race they had

Michael Fitzgearld taking part in the final stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Marie O'Gorman taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Photographs by Dan McGrath/Editorial Images

Some of the competitors taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Ray Dwyer taking part in the running stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Race winner Chris Mintern taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

ever experienced. The support and encouragement from marshals all along the route was second to none and was greatly appreciated by all participants.

The winner of the men’s race for the second year was Chris Mintern (UCC Tri Club) in a time of 1:09:43, followed

by Paul Ogle (Waterford Tri Club) in 1:12:47 and Sebastian Helka (South Coast Tri Club) in 1:14:17.

The winner of the ladies race was Niamh Richardson (Kilkenny Tri Club) in a time of 1:24:32, followed by Jess Bruton (Cobh Tri Club) and Elaine Mullan (Waterford Tri

Club) in 1:27:09. The top Junior was another Mintern, 15 year old James from Cork Tri Club who was placed 5th overall in 1:16:39, an incredible achievement for the teenager. It looks like he’ll be giving older brother Chris some serious competition in future races. The first relay

Linda Lannen taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Liz Callaghan taking part in the final stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Paul O'Gorman taking part in the running stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Maria Condon taking part in the final stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Billy Ryan taking part in the final stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday. [

Some of the competitors taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Pauline Travers taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Tasha Lanigan taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Una McShane taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

Johnny Brunnock taking part in the cycling stage of the Dungarvan Triathlon last Saturday.

team past the post was a local team of Conor Power, Shane Power and Dermot Ryan in 1:13:47.

Roll on 2016…..

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Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club HOSTS OF GENTS ALL-IRELAND STROKEPLAY CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015

Strokeplay in Fermoy – June 28th.

All-Ireland Gents Strokeplay – July 25th+26th.

Butcher’s Block – August 8th.

So everyone get practising. Please note if names are not paid for they will not be sent away.

Qualifiers for the Gent’s National Strokeplay to be held at Cunnigar. People who qualified for this competition are: Senior – Eddie Hennessey, Daniel Sullivan, Kevin Kirby.

Inter – Thomas Maher, Jimmy Hennessey, Aiden O'Rourke.

Junior – Michael A'Hearne, Keith Shanahan, Declan Byrne, Paul Riordan, Keith O'Connor.

Monday Evening Scrambles are now underway. Names in by 6.00 p.m.

Tee off 6.30 p.m. Nett: Marian Burke, Mirian Kiely, Stephen Donovan. Gross: Maureen Power, Damien Sheehan, Eddie Lenihan.

WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. Tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Kathleen Foran, Maura Ryan, Carmel Fitzgerald. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Mary Crotty.

THURSDAY TOURNAMENT Names to be in by 6.00 p.m. Tee off at 6.30 p.m. Nett: Liam Simms, Jim Maitland.

Gross: Marie Forde, Eddie Lenihan.

From now on with all games please note: The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card

(this is to get used to marking cards).

JUVENILE COMPETITIONS The juvenile league is now underway, there’s a great turnout every sunday and all are enjoying the leagues.

All members are welcome to play at 1.00 p.m., Sundays.

This week we held a Nett competition with Fionn Nagle in the lead with 24 points, James O'Donnell is 2nd with 20 points, Louis Simms and Jamie Healy closely following with 16 points and Rory Mulcahy has 12 points and Jamie Mulcahy with 8 points.

HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in one competition. So we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one.

To date Patsy Hackett (3), Paddy Noonan (2), Liam Simms (2), Michael Ahearne, Declan Byrne each have one each.

Breda O'Donnell (2) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (2) and Cait Mulcahy, Bridget Walsh, Mary O'Neill has now has a hole in one for the womens section.

BONUS NUMBER Bonus number 10. The winner this week was Patsy Hackett.

PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition. So all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so.

Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole.

If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome.

DID YOU KNOW? The flag must be removed from the hole and placed off the green when putting.

MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30.

Tee-shirts and caps and gloves are for sale in clubhouse.

Sophie Norris and Eve Meleady with their May/June swim awards at Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Emma Beresford with her May/June swim awards at Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

The damage caused at the Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club VANDALISM AT CUNNIGAR PITCH AND PUTT CLUB Just five weeks away from the Gent’s National Strokeplay Championships and our club has been subjected to mindless vandalism on our 18th feature green.

This has been nurtured along for the past few years and was in pristine condition for the forthcoming event.

With all the hard work that has been put into keeping the course and club in the excellent condition it is known worldwide for, our loyal members and visitors will not let this destructive behaviour ruin our enjoyment of the game here at the Cunnigar.

FUNDRAISER FOR THE CLUB We are looking for unwanted clothes, bags, shoes, bed linen, towels, curtains, belts and soft toys; also laptops and phones with leads are accepted. So anyone with anything to give us can tell a committee member or bring it to our clubhouse before 15th July, 2015.

COACHING LESSONS Anyone interested in coaching can come along on a Wednesday evening at 7.00 p.m. for the month of June. Please contact the club.

COMMITTEE MEETING Our next committee meeting will be on 2nd July after the game. This is an important one before the Gent’s National Strokeplay Championships.

MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR The Ladies Munster

Padraig De Burca and Sharon Murray pictured with Sean Kelly on the Cork to Galway Neil Power, winner of the A4 race in Dunboyne last weekend.

Cycle.

WINS FOR NEIL AND MARK Neil Power has been knocking on the door for a while and finally got the reward his efforts deserved with a win in the A4 race in Dunboyne last Sunday.

Meanwhile, our juveniles were in action in Nenagh.

Aside from the inevitable Mark McGarry win in the U-12 race, Aoibhe Power was 5th in the same race.

Ciaran Frisby took 7th in the U-14, and Conor Coleman took 8th in the U-16. Well done lads. Here's Mark's race account in his own words: Today I was in Toomevara just outside Nenagh where the race started at 11 o'clock.

We were all lined up at the start where there was a strong headwind and an uphill section. When we were given the go ahead I attacked straight away and dropped the entire bunch. I time trialled the rest of the race and slowly but surely made the gap bigger and bigger coming across the finish line a minute ahead of the second placed rider.

O'MAHONY CYCLES SUMMER SERIES WEEK 6 Groups 1 & 2 took the honours last Wednesday night.

Once they merged after Millstreet they worked hard to hold off strong A3 and Scratch groups, and decided the places amongst themselves on the finish up Ballinamuck.

1. Vinny Cronin (WRC)

2. Neil Power 3. Colin Organ 4. Anthony Kenneally (YCC) 5. Trevor Cullinane 6. Benny Flynn 7. Davy Nugent With 2 weeks of racing left Davy Nugent holds the lead from Anthony Dwyer: Standings after Week 6: 1. Davy Nugent 44 2. Anthony Dwyer 38 3. Dion McCarthy 29 4. Aidan Connell 28 5. Colin Organ 26 6. Mick Ahern 22 6. Neil Power 22 Thanks as ever to those who helped out on the night and ensured the smooth running and safety of the event.

Thanks also to our sponsors Tony and Siobhan.

YOUTH LEAGUE 2015 We had a terrific turnout last Thursday night for the juvenile league (kindly sponsored by Forde's Daybreak & MTS Broadband).

On a beautiful night for cycling we ran a time trial over 2 laps of the course and everyone put in a huge effort.

Well done all, brilliant times all round.

Thanks to all the parents and club members for turning out and helping. Many hands do make light work, as the chairman is fond of saying.

Next week we will break into groups and the racing proper will begin.

Racing starts at Cork Marts at 7:00. Please be

A group of DCC members at the Tour de Burren.

there to sign on for 6:45.

Don't worry if you haven't registered yet, new cyclists are welcome every week.

WEEKEND SPINS As well as the club spins we were well represented at sportives and cycles all over the country at the weekend with riders taking on the South Tipp Emergency Service spin (well done Group 5), the Cork to Galway cycle, Gran Fondo in Belfast, and the Tour de Burren. Well done all.

Saturday's spin went around the Fermoy loop on a beautiful morning.

On Sunday Groups 1 & 2 went to Colligan, Cul na Smear, Bohadoon, Mauma, Kilrossanty, Carrick, Kilmac, Bally, Seafield, and home.

Group 3 went to the 5 cross roads, Kilmac, Curraghmore, Clonea, Rathgormack, Clonmel, and home. Group 4 went to Cappoquin, stopped for coffee in Lismore, and then onto The Vee, Cappoquin, Dromana, Villierstown, Cappagh, Millstreet, and home. Plenty of hills and headwind, but lots of sunshine to enjoy too on a great spin. Group 5 went to Cappoquin via Villierstown, and on to Lismore.

To be informed of the weekend's routes please check the Facebook page on Saturdays or send an email to updates@dungarvancc.com requesting to be added to the list to

receive the routes.

Club spins leave at 9:00, from John Foley’s Kilrush on Saturdays, and The Square on Sundays.

SOCCER CLUB CYCLE Dungarvan United have been a good friend of the club over the last few years, with the use of their facilities for our open race. They are on the last push to complete their floodlights and are running 50k & 80k cycles on Saturdaym 27th June.

Your support would be appreciated, and if anybody would be willing to marshal on or off the bike that would be great.

You can donate on the morning, or get a sponsorship card from myself (Sean) if you'd like.

CYCLING QUOTE “I attacked straight away and dropped the entire bunch” Mark McGarry's summation of his race is well worth repeating.

CONTACT US You will find loads of updates, tips, photos, and commentary on the club’s Facebook page and on the club website dungarvancc.com.

We're even on Twitter if 140 characters is about all you can handle. Join the Dungarvan Cycling Club group on Strava to see what everyone else is up to.

If you have anything you’d like me to report please email seanoduibhir@gmail.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 26 June, 2015

Talking Horses Gowran Park success for Royal Ascot heroes

Upcoming Fixtures Naas – Wednesday 24th June (First Race 6.00) Leopardstown – Thursday 25th June (First Race 5.50) Curragh – Friday 26th June (First Race 5.25) Curragh – Saturday 27th June (First Race 3.00) Curragh – Sunday 28th June (First Race 2.15)

Henry de Bromhead sends out two winners at Down Royal THE long drive north proved worthwhile for County Waterford-based Henry de Bromhead who saddled two winners at Down Royal on Friday. Andrew Lynch was in the saddle as Three Stars easily won the 2m maiden hurdle while Niall Madden did the steering as Elegant Statesman won thetote.com Galway Plate Trial Handicap Chase.

Queen Alphabet provided owner Carmel Ennis with a birthday winner when landing the mares’ hurdle for Peter Fahey and Jonathan Burke.

Rawnaq, trained by Matthew Smith and ridden by his brother Kevin, proved too strong for market leaders Devils Bride and Bayan in the 2m4f hurdle. Denis Cullen and Jody McGarvey scored with May Dullea in the handicap hurdle while Sean Flanagan and trainer Pat Cloke combined to win the beginners’ chase with Bellgrove. Prickly landed his third bumper for Edward O’Grady when winning the last under Declan Lavery.

Doubles all round at Limerick on Friday ROSS Coakley was among those who enjoyed a double at Limerick on Friday evening. He landed the 6f handicap on the Liz Doyle-trained Annie Irish and followed up with John Larkin’s House Limit in the apprentice handicap. Chris Hayes also recorded two winners. He won the 7f fillies’ maiden on the Paul Deegan-trained Spinamiss and followed up on George Kingston’s He’s Our Man in the 2m1f handicap. Both Aidan O’Brien and Seamus Heffernan weighed in with two winners of their own, the pair successful with Jacobean in the 1m maiden while Loved took the 1m3f fillies’ maiden.

The remaining winner on the card was ridden by Connor King who guided the David Marnane-trained Kodiac’s Back to a cosy win in the 7f handicap.

Ulster Derby success for Botany Bay TRAINED by Charles O’Brien and ridden by Niall McCullagh, Botany Bay saw off the well-supported Fields Of Athenry to win the Magners Ulster Derby at Down Royal on Sunday. Running in the colours the trainer’s mother Jacqueline, the 7/1 shot won by a length and is likely to step up in trip for his next start. Chris Hayes enjoyed a double at Limerick on Friday evening and he went one better with three winners here.

He rode the Lee Smyth-trained Cheers Buddy to win the 7f handicap and Witty Repartee, trained by Andy Oliver, to take the Ulster Oaks and completed a memorable 24 hours when taking the 10f maiden on Mufrad, trained by Kevin Prendergast. Jessica Harrington saddled Lake Champlain to win the 10f handicap while the 5f races saw success for Calm Bay, trained by Harry Rogers and ridden by Gary Halpin, and Independence Day who took the maiden for David Wachman and Billy Lee.

Harrington success continues THE Jessica Harrington-trained Neverushacon looks like one to follow after he got off the mark in the 2m hurdle at Gowran Park on Saturday. With Robbie Power in the saddle, the well supported 7/4 favourite comfortably saw off his main market rival Vercingetorix. His trainer Gordon Elliott enjoyed better luck when taking the 3m handicap hurdle with From Frost who was ridden by Jack Kennedy.

Edmond Kent’s Time For Tea won the mares’ maiden hurdle under Paul Townend while Kilkishen narrowly won the 2m4f maiden hurdle for Shark Hanlon and Brian Hayes.

Solatentif won the 2m maiden hurdle for Henry de Bromhead and Jonathan Burke while over the same distance, Supreme Vic won the handicap hurdle for Norman Lee and Adam O’Neill. County Galway trainer John Neilan enjoyed his first winner when Hunters Call took the bumper under Declan Queally.

Free Eagle (Pat Smullen) beats The Grey Gatsby (Jamie Spencer) in the Prince Of Wales’s Stakes at Royal Ascot.

[Edward Whitaker]

No shortage of high-profile Irish success at Royal Ascot IRISH trainers enjoyed another successful Royal Ascot when saddling eight winners over the five-day festival. Aidan O’Brien brought his personal tally to 48 winners and emerged as the leading trainer at the meeting for the sixth time, while there was also notable success for Dermot Weld, David Wachman and Willie Mullins.

O’Brien recorded an opening day double with the mighty Gleneagles in the St

James’s Palace Stakes and Washington DC in the Windsor Castle Stakes while Willie Mullins was also on the mark on Tuesday when Clondaw Warrior landed the Ascot Stakes. All three Irishtrained winners were ridden

by Ryan Moore.

Dermot Weld saddled his 17th Royal Ascot winner when Free Eagle took the Prince of Wales’s Stakes on Wednesday afternoon, a seventh success at the meeting

for Pat Smullen who added to that when winning Saturday’s Hardwicke Stakes on the Sir Michael Stoute-trained Snow Sky. Thursday saw Aidan O'Brien enjoy two more winners as Waterloo Bridge prevailed in the Norfolk Stakes while War Envoy was victorious in the Britannia Stakes.

Both Ballydoyle winners were ridden by Ryan More who was also in the saddle as Curvy landed the Ribblesdale Stakes, a fourth Royal Ascot

winner for trainer David Wachman.

O’Brien was responsible was for the sole Irish-trained winner on Friday when Aloft and Ryan Moore landed the spoils in the Queen’s Vase. It was a fifth of the week for the trainer while the win saw Moore become the most successful rider of modern times at Royal Ascot. For good measure, there were 14 Irishbred winners at the meeting in 2015.

Mullins treble includes winners for his mother and father DANNY Mullins stole the show at Wexford on Wednesday where he rode winners for three different trainers. Remarkably, for the second time in his career, he rode a winner for his mother and for his father on the same card. He teamed up with Mags Mullins for the easiest of wins on Last Encounter in the 2m4f maiden hurdle but

had to work much harder on his father Tony’s Balinaboola Prince in the maiden hurdle over 3m.

The Dick Donoghuetrained Moonunderwater completed the treble with a gambled-on success in the opening division of the 2m2f handicap hurdle.

The second leg of the same race went to the

Michael P Hourigan-trained Keep Swinging who did not go unsupported when winning in the hands of Barry Cash.

There was a locally-trained success in the bumper when Yvonne Latta’s Little Mitch prevailed under Pa King.

I’m All You Need had earlier given another County Wexford trainer a winner

when impressing on her first start over fences for Paul Nolan and Mikey Fogarty.

Henry de Bromhead’s Beckwith Star provided Dublin claimer Adam O’Neill with his second winner of the season and his first for the County Waterford trainer when getting up on the line to beat his stable mate Tisamystery.

Group 3 success for Lyons and Gary Carroll GER Lyons was celebrating another notable success when Convergence landed the Group 3 Ballycorus Stakes under a fine effort from Gary Carroll at Leopardstown on Thursday.

The winner made all the running and held off favourite Tested by a neck.

Lyons had earlier won the 1m threeyear-old handicap with Cape Wolfe who scored a comfortable success in the

hands of Colin Keane.

Aidan O’Brien enjoyed a fine week at Royal Ascot and he sent out Painted Cliffs to win the 6f maiden under his son Donnacha.

David Wachman was also among the Royal Ascot winners and his Private Paradise narrowly won the fillies’ maiden under Billy Lee. The Rory Cleary-ridden Vocal Heir

gave Brendan Duke his first Leopardstown winner when victorious in the 1m handicap for owner Jackie Bolger and her colours made a quick return to the winners’ enclosure when Selskar Abbey won the 10f handicap for her trainer husband Jim and Ronan Whelan.

John Oxx and Katie Walsh were on the mark with Awesome Star in the concluding amateur riders’ maiden.

TRAINERS Aidan O’Brien, David Wachman and Willie Mullins rounded off a memorable week with winners at Gowran Park on Sunday.

O’Brien was first off the mark when taking the 7f two-yearold maiden with the long odds-on favourite Air Vice Marshall who was ridden by his son Joseph. David Wachman saddled Gussy Goose to win the three-yearold maiden under Fran Berry and quickly added a second when the Wayne Lordan-ridden Wardell took the 7f handicap for three-year-olds.

Over the same distance, Willie Mullins scored with the Pat Smullen-ridden Laviniad who was making up for a narrow defeat at Listowel last time.

Chris Hayes maintained his good run of form when Social Climber was successful for trainer Kevin Prendergast in the 9f handicap. Although he enjoyed little luck at Royal Ascot, Kevin Manning was among the winners as the Jim Gormantrained Snap Click won the 8f handicap while Lat Hawill battled well to see off Clonard Street in the 9f race that brought the card to a close.

Hayes stars at Sligo with early double CHRIS Hayes was quickly out of the traps at Sligo on Monday where he rode the first two winners. He took the opening 10f claiming race with the Pat Martin-trained Gun Shoot and followed up when Rathbride Raven, trained by Kevin Prendergast, won the 7f auction maiden.

Billy Lee and Andy Oliver combined to win the 10f rated race with the gambled-on I’ll Be Your Clown who just held on to win from the Rock Critic. His trainer and rider, Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen, were later on the mark with Harasava who won the 10f auction maiden.

Curragh-based Maria Richert, who took out her trainer’s licence in January, saddled her first winner when Excelli won the apprentice handicap in the hands of Gary Phillips. Other youngsters on the score sheet were Daniel Redmond who won the 7f handicap on the James Barrett-trained Lake George and Ian Queally who teamed up with Matty Tynanto win the fillies handicap over the same distance with Maontri.