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GSK wind turbine gets the go-ahead AN Bord Pleanála has given the go-ahead for GSK to erect a single wind turbine at its plant in Dungarvan, writes Paul Mooney. The proposed development is for the erection of a single wind turbine, with a hub height of up to 85 metres, a blade radius of 46 metres and overall height, from ground to tip of blade of up to 131 metres, along with associated site works at Knockbrack, Dungarvan (An Bord Pleanála reference: PL24.243011). The proposed development of the wind turbine was previously granted by
Waterford County Council last February, but the decision was appealed to An Bord Pleanála by Michael Kugel of 13 Lisfennel Close, Dungarvan; Sharon Mulcahy and Pat Cunningham of Lisfennel, Dungarvan. The grounds for appeal by the parties included detrimental visual impact; shadow flicker from the blades; impact on health; negative impact on resale value of property; dwellings located just marginally from the wind turbine (414 metres); noise disturbance. Continued on page 6
Pink Bra High Nelly Cycle which was held in Cappoquin on Saturday, 21st June – Pictured taking part are Niamh Coffey, Kathleen Coffey, Joanne Fraher and Nicola Lynch. SEE PAGE 15. [Nathan Burke Photography Dungarvan]
School investigating high lead levels in drinking water By Paul Mooney A LOCAL school is investigating an issue with its drinking water, after it was identified by an EPA survey of having high levels of lead
in the drinking water supply. Garranbane National School, Dungarvan, was one of three schools around the country named as having high levels of lead in the drinking water by the EPA report, which dates from 2012, although the matter only
came to public attention at the weekend. 41 other areas around the country, mostly public supplies, were also identified as having high levels of lead in the drinking water. A spokesperson for Garranbane National School
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County Council has given Waterford the deciAN Bord Pleanála GSK to last February, but to An for was appealed the go-ahead turbine sion by Michael erect a single wind Bord Pleanála Lisfennel Dungarvan, at its plant in Kugel of 13 . Dungarvan; Sharon writes Paul Mooney Pat develop- Close, and The proposed Mulcahy erection of a of Lisfennel, ment is for the with a Cunningham single wind turbine, to 85 Dungarvan. appeal up The grounds for hub height of radius of 46 the parties included metres, a blade height, by impact; metres and overall of blade detrimental visual the tip flicker from from ground to along shadow on health; of up to 131 metres, at blades; impact on resale works site with associated negative impact Dungarvan of property; dwellings Knockbrack, refer- value from (An Bord Pleanála located just marginally (414 ence: PL24.243011). the wind turbine developdisturbance. noise The proposed turbine metres); on page 6 ment of the wind Continued granted by was previously
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authority has that if a school the newspaper that concerns about the quality of confirmed to this school probwater on its attention at the they are investigating the in the no drinking came to public areas around moment and had this premises, it should consult, local weekend. 41 other public sup- lem at the with its to make at first instance, Irish Water for further comment the country, mostly identified as havauthority and/or plies, were also of lead in the time. issued to the advice. A statement from the on page 5 Continued Dungarvan Observer Education said Department of
the levels is inves- schools around of ing high A LOCAL school with its named as having high levels the drinking water. for by spokesperson A tigating an issueafter it was lead in the drinking water from School dates drinking water, EPA survey EPA report, which matter only Garranbane National although the identified by an levels of lead 2012, of having high
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IT was the weekend when West Waterford are as follows: moved to Fota. From Our weekly themesThursday July 4th onwards throngs June 30th –fans tookmask making, of hunts, to the N25, en route treasure to support our much more) food tasting and local hero
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as the Irish amateur international lined pros. After openingout with the with a fine 72, the Aglish man produced five under par a 66 to go into the weekend tied for 16th with the likes of defending champion
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Paul Casey on four under par. Gary raised the make the roof Fota Island when at a packed many of cut in a field, where and the big names registered birdies he holed out from 55 feet on were 5th, 17th already on the cheered the their hero through his sixth birdie 9th green for Saturday heading home. completedand 18th holes. Gary was not to be the ups and downs. of the day. his debut in the Mission accomplished one of Open his better days, Irish with a very respectable It was a yet he as he his became the second eagle managed on Sunday morning. 73 been there priviledge to have only amateur and we look forward to competition of the the Thanks to many supporters to many more on the par 5 fourth, big days as Gary who progresses walked the 18 holes and in his golfing exploits.
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WEATHER OUTLOOK DRY and bright spells on Wednesday, but generally cloudy, with scattered outbreaks of rain or showers developing, some of these heavy, especially in the west. Highest temperatures of 17 to 20 Celsius, with light to moderate variable breezes. Pollen Count: Very High for Wednesday. Sunburn Index: High in sunshine. The weather will be changeable and fresher than of late. Wednesday night: A cloudy, misty night, with showers or longer spells of rain, heavy and thundery at times. Mild and close with lowest temperatures 11 to 13C. Misty and mostly cloudy on Thursday, with just a few bright or short sunny spells. Some persistent and heavy rain is expected over parts of Munster, with occasional showers expected to affect other areas.Top temperatures 16 to 19 C., in light to moderate southeast or variable breezes. There will be further persistent and sometimes heavy rain over Munster and south Leinster on Thursday night and on Friday. But it should be drier elsewhere. Some bright spells on Friday too – best over Ulster, where some hazy sunshine is likely at times. Temperatures will be in the mid to high teens on Friday, down on recent values. Winds will be moderate possibly fresh easterly. The latest charts suggest that more rain or showers will affect much of Leinster and Munster during Saturday, but it should be mainly dry and bright elsewhere, with some hazy sunshine at times. Highs on Saturday of 16 to 20 C., best in western areas. Drier in all areas for Sunday, some sunny spells at times, but a few light showers may develop here and there also. Highs on Sunday in the mid to high teens.
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Property sales increased by €2m in Waterford last May THE sale of property in Waterford City and County increased by just over €2m from April to May this year. According to figures freely available on www.propertypriceregister.ie, the combined value of residential property sold in Waterford last April was €6.9m, whereas in May, the sale of residential property in Waterford jumped to €9.3m which could be a possible indicator that the property market may be on the turn upwards, after a six year recession. Last January, there were a total of 58 proprieties sold for a combined total of €7.1m in Waterford. In February, there were 70 properties sold for a combined total of €7.6m. In March, that figure increased to €8.5m when 64 properties were sold in Waterford. In April, the figure dropped to €6.9m when 70 properties were sold. However, the biggest jump in the recorded selling prices in Waterford for 2014 was in May, when 71 properties were sold for a combined total of €9.3m. So far this month, there have been seven properties sold in Waterford with a combined total value of just over half a million euro. Since the start of 2014, there have been a total of 340 properties sold in Waterford, with a
combined total value of €40.1m. The Property Price Register lists all sales declared to Revenue for stamp duty. Some property sales of note include the sale of Woodlock House, Portlaw, which had a recorded selling price of €1.1m last May, while the lowest recorded selling price was
€18,000 last January, for 61 Cathal Brugha Place, Dungarvan. The second highest recorded selling price was €730,000 last March, for Holmacre, Newtown Road, Waterford. Other properties of note include: St. Bernard’s, Church Road, Tramore, which recorded a selling price of €470,000 last
March; The Old Presbytery at South Mall, Lismore, which had a recorded selling price of €380,000 last March; 2 Carraig na Mara, Ring, which had a recorded selling price of €352,000 last January; and Annestown House, Annestown, which had a recorded selling price of €300,000 last February.
Debut at Coolest Projects YOUNG programmers from CoderDojos, both nationally and internationally were invited to attend The Coolest Projects Awards 2014 in the Helix, Dublin City University. The aim of the annual event, now in its third year, is to encourage and showcase creativity in the field of technology by the innovators of the future who have been attending their local Dojos over the year. CoderDojo Dungarvan has been in existence for eighteen months and runs classes weekly on Saturday mornings in The Fusion Centre.Twenty five children and young teens from the club travelled to DCU by car, train, Luas and bus to promote their projects at the event.Their entries included a website coded in HTML, CSS and Javascript, a multi-player game built with Java, a single player game using Python and a very cool robot. Kai Anderson and Owen O'Hara presented the group projects, while Ozzy Murphy, Charlie Crowe and Jan Mil presented their individual entries. With 250 projects on display, 4 hack spaces and lightening talks, the Helix was buzzing. RTE's Stephen Byrne from The Voice, entertained throughout the day and the members enjoyed photo ops and autograph hunting. A popular treat was an opportunity to try out the super cool Oculus Rift, a virtual reality headset which hasn't even hit the shelves yet! In addition Hackett3D provided a 3D printing space and Mechatrons ran robotics workshops. There were drones and encryption codes. Special guests included
CoderDojo co-founders James Whelton and Bill Liao who mingled with kids and Mr. Liao even offered to continue the Dungarvan Dojo's multi-player game of Connect 4 with them via Twitter. Prizes were awarded on the day for an
eCar charger locator app, an anti-bullying app, a game for dyslexic young people, a rebuilt robot, a camera selfie site and more. Everyone was a winner and all entrants were awarded the CoderDojo Coolest Projects USB belt.
CoderDojo Dungarvan members Owen O'Hara, Matthew Hurley, Brendan O'Hara (mentor) and Alastair Kavanagh, pictured with CoderDojo Co-Founder Bill Liao at Dublin City University for the Coolest Projects Awards 2014.
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FUNDING made available by Waterford City and County Council for hedgecutting at dangerous junctions and bends in the Dungarvan / Lismore area was welcomed. Cllr. Tom Cronin said the funding by the Council has provided the equivalent of 80 hours of hedgecutting service to remove overgrown hedges and foliage from the sides of roads at dangerous bends and junctions around the district of Dungarvan / Lismore. “I welcome the funding and the work being carried out,” said Cllr. Cronin, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. “Some of the work has already been carried out and it is set to continue into next week. Hedgecutting has also
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Pictured are residents, staff, family, friends and supporters of St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore, at the launch of the 400 KM Crazy Charity Cycle last Thursday evening. The cycle will take place on 26th and 27th July.
From Tír Chonaill to the Déise 400 km to raise money in aid of St. Carthage’s Rest Home By Paul Mooney FOUR local men will bravely cycle a gruelling 400 km from Letterkenny in Donegal to Lismore in County Waterford to raise money for St. Carthage’s Rest Home
for the elderly. The crazy cycle challenge will take place over one day and night - without stopping - on Saturday, 26th July to Sunday, 27th July. The four lads, Mark Whelan, Alan Landers, Michael Whelan and Davy Nugent, will be welcomed
home on the Sunday at approximately 3.00 p.m. with a gala day at St. Carthage’s Rest Home. At the launch of the challenge, which was held at St. Carthage’s Rest Home last Thursday evening, Cathaoirleach of Waterford City and County Council, and Chairperson of the Board of St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Cllr. James Tobin, welcomed everyone and praised the four men taking up the challenge. “They are doing this to raise money for St. Carthage’s,” said Cllr.Tobin. “They are prepared to practice and cycle, and offer the proceeds of their cycle from Donegal to Lismore, to St. Carthage’s so the people living here will have comfortable surrounds. “This is money which is badly needed, but if we were to listen to everything being said, the doors would be closed. We have proved that all to be lies and a figment of the imagination of some people whose wish it might be to see those doors closed,” said Cllr. Tobin. “As long as there is a drop of blood and a breath of air in anyone in Lismore and the West Waterford
area, this home will be kept open for the residents and senior citizens of West Waterford,” Cllr. Tobin said to loud applause. He said that any money raised and collected is spent on the rest home. “I am 27 years on the Board and we are on it for the love of it. We do it voluntary and we don’t take a penny,” Cllr. Tobin said. He said it was a “massive undertaking” for the four lads to participate on this cycle challenge and it deserves recognition and support. Cllr. Tobin pointed out that fringe events would be held in the lead-up to the cycle challenge, which will include coffee mornings and table quizzes - the proceeds of which will also go to St. Carthage’s. On Sunday, 27th July, when the four lads are due back, a large gala day will be held on the grounds of St. Carthage’s Rest Home, with events and activities suitable for all the family. “It will be a massive event and something that Lismore and West Waterford will remember,” promised Cllr. Tobin. He paid tribute to the two special guests at the
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launch, David Tobin and Patrick Buckley, both Special Olympic Athletes who achieved two silver medals and a bronze medal respectively in the Special Olympics Games, held recently in Limerick. Alan Landers, cyclist, who is undertaking the 400 km journey, urged people to support the events and the cycle challenge. “Every cent matters,” he said. ST. CARTHAGE’S REST HOME The facility, based on its own large grounds on the outskirts of Lismore town, was constructed and opened in 1994 and houses up to 54 older adults who require minimal assistance, and serves the area from Cappagh, to the Nire, as far as Youghal Bridge.
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While the residents pay 80 percent of their state pension to reside at St. Carthage’s Rest Home, the other additional €60,000 to €70,000 is raised locally in fundraising events to make up the balance. Most of the residents have their own room and each block has an enclosed courtyard, while residents also enjoy the large surrounding landscaped gardens. There is an Oratory on the premises, along with a multi-purpose room and television rooms. Administrator of St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Mary Fenton-Morrissey, insists that St. Carthage’s is not a nursing home, but a residential home for the elderly.
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“There is a distinction we don’t provide 24 hour nursing care,” she pointed out. While there are nurses on hand, they work from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. every day, with a nurse at certain times at the weekend. St. Carthage’s Rest Home is for elderly residents who require only minimal assistance. Money raised from the fundraising events will go towards the day-to-day running of the Rest Home. To support this worthy cause, contact Alan Landers on 087-7799325; Mike Whelan on 087-7769900; Davy Nugent on 0868312688; Mark Whelan on 086-8938114 or a member of St. Carthage’s committee on 087-9554246.
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School investigating high lead levels in drinking water FROM FRONT PAGE “The school authority may also wish to arrange for testing of the drinking water within the school by an accredited independent testing laboratory,” said a spokesperson for the Department of Education. Following the independent testing of the water, if there are problems identified, the spokesperson said the school authority may contact the Department to determine what funding mechanisms can be invoked to remediate the problems. “This may involve the school, following authorisation from the Department, engaging a suitably qualified professional engineer to scope the works required and to oversee a tender exercise to appoint a contractor to carry out the required remedial works,” said the spokesperson. “The Department was not informed of the 2012 test results,” the spokesperson pointed out. “However, it is the Department's understanding that where the EPA or a Local Authority finds a problem with a water supply that any notification required would be directly to the Building Owner. Notification to the Department of Education and Skills would only arise where the Department owns the school building. This is not the case with respect to either of the schools referred to by the Correspondent,” added the Department of Education spokesperson. The issue was also dis-
cussed on RTÉ’s Morning Ireland last Monday, where Head of Communication at Irish Water, Elizabeth Arkett, was discussing lead in the water. She outlined that Irish Water ensures that the water supply is lead-free and that any issue in regards to Garranbane NS or the other two schools “would be a matter for the Department of Education”. Effectively, Ms. Arkett was making the point that Irish Water’s responsibility ends at the boundary of the property, and the building owner / property owner, is then responsible for the water pipes in their property. Some dwellings which were plumbed prior to the late 1960s could still have lead pipes on their property. A statement from Irish Water to the Dungarvan Observer said the water produced by Irish Water and the water flowing through the mains distribution network “does not contain lead”. “There are no lead pipes in the mains distribution network in Ireland - they have all been replaced. Lead services are generally in place in the vicinity of and within the boundary of older properties and have been there for decades, predating current regulations,” said a spokesperson for Irish Water. Advice from the HSE’s National Drinking Water Group states that people should drink water with as little lead in it as possible, as even water with small
amounts of lead in it may not be completely safe. The legal limit of lead in drinking water in Europe was reduced on 24th December, 2013, from 25 micrograms per litre to 10 micrograms per litre, as part of a greater plan to reduce everybody’s lifetime exposure to lead. The HSE states that lead can affect the development of a child’s brain, which may lead to problems with learning, behaviour and attention. In older children and adults, lead may harm the kidneys, may contribute to high blood pressure and has been linked to cancer. The HSE recommends that where the level of lead in the water from the cold tap at the kitchen sink is above 10 mg per litre, to run the tap before using the water for drinking or cooking. Water, while standing in the pipes, can dissolve lead in the pipes and any lead in solder used to join copper this is called ‘plumbosolvency’, which is why the advice of the HSE recommends that people flush the system by running the tap before using the water for drinking or cooking. However, running water like this does not always work and with the advent of water charges introduced by the Fine Gael / Labour government, people will find their water bills increasing if they have to ‘flush’ their system every day. The Irish Water spokesperson said that as the
national utility, Irish water can do a number of things to minimise plumbosolvency. “Ensuring that the water leaving our treatment plants is at the correct pH also minimises the risk of lead dissolving into the water when it enters service pipes,” said the spokesperson. “Irish Water also has a robust monitoring process that will see us take over 250,000 samples across the network this year. “Where there is a lead exceedance Irish water notifies the customer and provides the HSE guidance notes regarding lead and public health.” The spokesperson pointed out that under the Water Services Act, 2007, the property owner is responsible for ensuring that the internal distribution system of the premises is sufficient for, and maintained in such condition, as to ensure that water intended for human consumption meets prescribed quality requirements at the tap or taps used for such purposes. “Where lead does occur, it is generally in the communication pipe and the service pipe,” the spokesperson explained. “The Communications pipe is the pipe from the mains to the stop cock, which is the responsibility of Irish Water; while the Service pipe is the pipe from the stop cock to the kitchen sink - which is the responsibility of the property owner.
“There are also incidences of lead piping in what we refer to as common shared back-yard services. The latter are located in private gardens and are now often under building extensions, where the only remedy is the provision of a new water main in the street and provision of an entirely new individual service pipe from the street to the back of each house. Before you can disconnect the common back yard service every single property has to agree to the new connections. “Irish Water has a programme to address this category over 10 years which reflects the scale and cost of the work. The replacement of these lead pipes will be best, and most economically, achieved as part of the wider Water Mains Rehabilitation Programme to replace leaking cast-iron piping and remove the back-yard shared services,” the spokesperson added.
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Fianna Fail Kilrossanty Cumann members and friends pictured with Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan, Mary Butler and John O’Leary at their Comeragh electoral area celebration night which was held in Micilins Bar, to honour their success in having three candidates elected to Waterford City and County Council in the recent local elections. [Michael Kiely]
GSK wind turbine gets the go-ahead FROM FRONT PAGE Mr. Kugel also argued that the wind turbine would affect his young daughter, who suffers from Sensory Processing Disorder, while he himself suffers from tinnitus and the proposal will have an impact on his health. Ms. Mulcahy and Mr. Cunningham also argued that the proposed area is classified as a “no-go area” for wind turbines as outlined in the Wind Energy Strategy, published by Waterford County Council and is included in the County Development Plan (2011-2017). They said that the proposed turbine would be taller than the Spire in Dublin and it will have a significant impact, dominating the landscape of Dungarvan and the surrounding area. In response, the planning authority argued that shadow flicker calculations do not exceed permitted thresholds, and stated that ‘other’ effects on health “are not proven”. The planning authority stated that the proposed wind turbine meets the minimum standards, as there is no dwelling located within 400 metres. They stated that the visual impact is unchanged from the previous decision, and this did not form a reason for refusal on the Board’s decision. The planning authority also stated that the predicted noise levels arising
from the proposed turbine with respect of Lisfennel House for daytime is 04dB, which they described as “inaudible”. ARUP Consulting Engineers, on behalf of GSK, also responded to the appellants’ arguments, stating that the view from Mr. Kugel’s house would be considered to have “moderate impact”, while properties with unobstructed views of the wind turbine would be considered “moderate to significant”. The ARUP group noted that “existing screening” at the appellants property “will reduce the magnitude and visual impact”. They stated that the proposed wind turbine will have a ‘shadow flicker control module’, which will switch off the wind turbine for the duration of any potential exceedences of limits. ARUP said a noise assessment was undertaken at locations 414 metres (Ms. Mulcahy’s dwelling) from the proposed site and 605 metres and said “all sensitive locations will be imperceptible” and that “no noise disturbance is predicted at the appellants’ family home”. They state that the noise in the vicinity of Mr. Kugel’s property (850 metres from the proposed site) would be “negligible”. They also dismissed Mr. Kugel’s concerns about his health concerns relating to tinnitus.
ARUP also dismissed the suggestion that one single wind turbine would devalue property. They also found that there is “no basis”, in relation to Mr. Kugel’s daughter, that her “sensory processing disorder could be exacerbated by the operation of the proposed turbine”. ARUP said the wind turbine is in compliance with the Wind Energy Strategy and does not contravene the strategy, and the height “is typical of the size of turbines planned and installed across Ireland in recent years”. A submission made by an Taisce stated that there should be an overall strategic approach to wind turbines and the Bord should not be granting single wind turbines,“as it will set an undesirable precedent”, while they said the proposal “will also represent an incongruous feature on the landscape”. In a previous application by GSK in 2013, An Bord Pleanála refused permission on the basis of noise nuisance and disturbance (An Bord Pleanála reference PL24.240967). Later that year, GSK held a public information consultation day in Dungarvan for comments, feedback and suggestions to be incorporated into a new planning application. GSK said they addressed those problems outlined in the first planning refusal, with increased distance
from the nearest dwelling and a gearless turbine which will reduce noise. Inspector with An Bord Pleanála, Caryn Coogan, who visited the proposed site on 21st May last, recommended the Bord grant permission. According to An Bord Pleanála’s direction, they decided by a majority of 3:1 to grant permission in accordance with their Inspector’s recommendation, with revised conditions, having regard to national policy; wind energy development guidelines; county development plan; environmental sustainability; environment and landscape; distance between turbine and nearby dwellings; and the Environmental Impact Statement. The Bord found the proposed wind turbine “would not interfere with the character of the landscape; not seriously injure the residential amenity of the area and would be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area”. The Bord also found that the turbine would “not have a significant adverse effect on the environment” and they were satisfied that the proposed development, on its own or in combination with other plans or projects, would not adversely affect the integrity of a European site in view of the site’s conservation objectives”.
GSK welcomes An Bord Pleanála decision GLAXOSMITHKLINE (GSK) has welcomed a decision by An Bord Pleanála to uphold the decision of Waterford Council to grant planning permission for the construction of a single wind turbine at its Knockbrack site in Dungarvan. GSK said their ‘Green Project’ will deliver a wide number of environmental benefits, including generation of up to 30 percent of the site’s electricity requirements and a 15 percent reduction in its carbon footprint. The decision by An Bord Pleanála follows an extensive Public Consultation Process undertaken by GSK in 2013 that included a Public Open Day during which the company shared information relating to the planning application with the local community and members of the Project Team answered any questions raised, noting all comments and views. The proposed project will deliver a number of key environmental benefits including: sustainable energy generation; generation of up to 30 percent of the site’s electricity requirements; 15 percent reduction in the carbon footprint of the site; 10 percent energy cost saving for the site; and a cost base advantage for the location when competing for future projects. According to GSK Dungarvan’s Site Director, Pat McLoughlin, this project is of key importance to GSK’s green ambitions. “In GSK we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and have set challenging energy and carbon reduction targets that will also support our business by cutting costs,” said Mr. McLoughlin. “By introducing wind energy on our site in Dungarvan, we will generate ‘green’ electricity that will meet up to 30 percent of the site’s total electricity consumption. This will also have positive environmental impacts on the community, as harnessing renewable wind power produces no carbon dioxide, thereby reducing the site’s carbon footprint by 15 percent.” GSK is also looking at other renewable energy sources at its site in Dungarvan,
including the introduction of biomass technology. This would enable the site to use renewable woodchip fuel to produce steam to serve the production facilities on site, further reducing CO2 emissions and energy costs. This focus on introducing renewable energy sources is part of a green strategy, not only for Dungarvan, but for all of GSK’s operations in Ireland. GSK is committed to protecting resources and safeguarding the environment and making significant reductions in both energy and water use, and in waste production. Mr. McLoughlin added that the wind turbine project is also important for the future sustainability of the site. “Wind energy is one of the most mature and stable renewable energy sources available,” he said. “The installation of a wind turbine on our site will reduce our energy costs by 10 percent per annum. Obtaining electricity that is both cost-effective and environmentally friendly will help secure the global competitiveness of the site and allow us to continue to grow in the coming years,” Mr. McLoughlin added. Dungarvan is home to two key sites in GSK’s global network. The two manufacturing operations in Dungarvan – Oral Care (OC) and Over the Counter (OTC) – produce a range of leading brands including Panadol, Alvedon, Beechams, Coldrex, Poligrip and Niquitin. These products are supplied to more than 70 global markets including Europe, USA, Japan, Australia and Brazil. As one of the world’s leading researchbased pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, GSK is committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. In 2011, GSK signed up to the UN Caring for Climate initiative, reflecting the company’s commitment to take action on climate change. GSK’s long-term goal is for its entire value chain to be carbon neutral by 2050, a first step being a 10 percent reduction in the company’s carbon footprint by 2015.
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Kilrossanty GAA leads the way in Mental Health Awareness By Paul Mooney KILROSSANTY GAA is one of the first clubs in the country to step out and proudly support positive mental health and mental health awareness with their new jerseys, sponsored by Cllr. Liam Brazil. Mental Health and suicide is still a taboo subject in Ireland, but the walls around the issue are crumbling, thanks to the work of people like Cllr. Brazil. Just last year, two well known GAA players, Conor Cusack and Wayne Hutchinson revealed their battle with depression. While he was County Mayor, Cllr. Brazil spearheaded the organisation of a Mental Health and Suicide Awareness conference in Dungarvan. The event was a success and was followed with a second conference the following year. His sponsorship of Kilrossanty GAA jerseys stems from the successful conferences held in Dungarvan. “I want to bring mental health awareness into the GAA,” said Cllr. Brazil, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. “I believe the GAA have a big role to play because they have a lot of young members. “The GAA Central Council say they are promoting Mental Health Awareness, but how and where are they doing it? I can’t see it,” he said One of the banners which will be placed at Kilrossanty GAA field was designed by students from St. Declan’s Community College, Kilmacthomas, Laura Keating, Heather Ryan, and Ailin Power, while they were in Transition Year. They wanted to do something for Mental Health and Suicide Awareness and came up with the idea of a banner with all the helplines. “That banner will be placed at Kilrossanty GAA
grounds, where it will stay. I hope other clubs follow suit, because it would be fantastic to have that banner up in every club,” said Cllr. Brazil. Depression can be misunderstood by coaches and trainers, and Cllr. Brazil said these are the people who need to understand the symptoms so that young people know they can talk to someone. He suggested to get coaches involved, they should attend a mental health awareness course. “Coaches deal with young people, but they don’t always know what the young people are thinking,” said Cllr. Brazil. “If we could get the coaches involved in mental health awareness, I think it would be fantastic.” Cllr. Brazil pointed out two high profile players, Conor Cusack and Wayne Hutchinson, who have battled with depression. “They are still here to tell their story,” said Cllr. Brazil. “They told their story about what they went through and how they came back.They should be brought to clubs to speak with the players and tell their story.” Cllr. Brazil said he would love to see a Waterford team in a final, wearing a jersey which supports mental health awareness and the other team with a helpline on their jersey. He outlined some harrowing figures of the amount of people who take their life by suicide each year. Some official figures show that there are around 550 people every year who die by suicide - but those are only the figures which are reported. It is believed that for every two suicides, one goes unreported. “So it is more likely there are 750 people who die every year by suicide,” said Cllr. Brazil. “How many families are affected by that? “That works out at 64 people a month / 15 people per week, or 2.2 people every day.” He pointed out that
Kilrossanty GAA Club supports Mental Health Awareness: From left to right: Jason Dee, Laura Keating, Tommy Prendergast, Heather Ryan, Paul Whyte, Cllr. Liam Brazil, Ailin Power and Kevin Lonergan. [William Cusack]
Kilrossanty GAA Club receiving jerseys sponsored by Liam Brazil to promote Mental Health Awareness: Kevin Lonergan, Chairman, Tommy Prendergast and Paul Whyte Players, Cllr. Liam Brazil Treasurer and Jason Dee Secretary. [William Cusack]
while readers are reading this article, there are 2.2 people somewhere in the country today contemplating taking their own life a shocking statistic, particularly considering that there is huge publicity surrounding the amount of deaths on the roads. In 2013, there were 190 people killed on the roads. In 2005, that figure was 396. “There were over 300 people who died on the roads several years ago, it was described as carnage. There is carnage in people’s homes every day and week. “Some might think we are fighting a losing battle, but I will continue to highlight this issue. I want to see the number of those who die by suicide to be at least reduced by half. “The GAA has a big role to play in mental health and suicide awareness and I’m proud that Kilrossanty GAA have taken the initiative and the first step in wearing the mental health awareness jersey to pro-
mote mental health awareness,” said Cllr. Brazil. He said it was hoped that other sports clubs would follow suit. Cllr. Brazil said he was not doing this for the publicity (as the elections are over), but he was doing it to promote mental health awareness, a cause which is close to his heart. Cllr. Brazil has sponsored two sets of adult jerseys (senior and junior) at Kilrossanty GAA. He said he hoped to sponsor the juvenile jerseys as well next year. Meanwhile, Cllr. Brazil said it was also hoped that Kilrossanty GAA representatives will go to Croke Park later in the year and give a presentation on mental health awareness. “I’m trying to take the stigma away from talking about mental health and depression,” he said. “All we can do is keep talking about it and keep promoting it,” Cllr. Brazil added.
Samaritans fundraising in Dungarvan THIS coming Friday, June 27th, 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. In these recessionary times financial worries can be a major cause of distress for many people and Samaritans encourage such people to talk in confidence about their feelings rather than keeping worries to themselves. The service is provided by specially trained volun-
teers 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 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. 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 prem-
ises, 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 9.00 a.m. and 9.00 p.m. 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 087-2609090 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.
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A breakthrough on pylons THOSE who campaigned strongly, especially those who protested locally, will be pleased to hear that after much soul searching, investigation and surveying, Eirgrid has at last come up with a proposal for undergrounding at least part of the contentious electricity line which had been proposed to be erected on massive pylons throughout the country to the detriment of the environment and possibly public health. From a stance which could not accept that undergrounding was an option, the company has had to bow to public opinion and, presumably government pressure, and has come up with the current set of proposals. The company has undertaken to ‘keep an open mind’ on the different options and that represents a major victory on the part of the Irish public. The announcement came earlier this week when the company acknowledged that they have been listening to all of the feedback received and will continue to do so. In response to this feedback, in January 2014, they announced a commitment to undertake a comprehensive analysis of an underground option for the Grid West project. They have now identified an underground route option and propose to give the public the opportunity to view the proposals, ask any questions and discuss the Project at an open day in the area. Later this year, EirGrid’s analysis of the underground and overhead options will be reviewed by an Independent Expert Panel appointed by the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, to provide reassurance to the public that both the underground and overhead options are considered in a fair, objective and comparable way. Work on both options is being advanced in line with the terms of reference set by the panel. The project will not progress to the next stage of the EirGrid Project Development and Consultation Roadmap until this review is complete. That certainly sounds a little more flexible than their earlier approach which consisted mainly of ‘not an inch’, citing many reasons, including financial, why it could not be done.
Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate While this applies only to the north-western proposal, the outcome will undoubtedly have knock-on effects for the other line proposals including that for the Comeragh Mountains. The Waterford public will await the outcome of this review and consultation process with immense interest and will look closely to see what it might hold for this area. At least a precedent in regard to public consultation and the opening of minds has been set and has shown some light at the end of a hopeless tunnel for our rural and urban dwellers.
We must continue the fight IT would appear that we are still bent of killing ourselves from drink. Far from being an aid to the social life of this country, it continues to be, as it has historically been, one of the great problems of this country. This is again one of the conclusions of a survey and report by the Health Research Board whose most recent conclusions were released this week. We are still a country with a drink dependency and a drink problem and we still continue to pile up difficulties for ourselves in the future. This new report from the Health Research Board, Alcohol Consumption in Ireland 2013: Analysis of a national alcohol diary survey, highlights harmful drinking patterns among drinkers in Ireland. The survey, involving almost 6,000 people, aged 18-75 years during 2013, indicates that more than 150,000 people are dependent drinkers and more than a 1.35 million are harmful drinkers according to WHO standards. Thirty per cent of people interviewed say that they experienced some form of harm
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as a result of their own drinking. The report also reveals we underestimate what we drink by about 60. This last one is particularly true as we continue to delude ourselves in regard to the extent of our drinking and the possible harm it could do to our individual health and to our society as a whole. Three out of 10 drinkers have experienced harms from their alcohol drinking — including financial difficulties, health consequences and getting involved in fights. In addition, one in six have suffered the consequences from someone else’s drinking, such as family problems, property damage, or assaults. Experts at the Health Research Board said these issues were not just those of problem drinkers, but the large swathe of people who consider themselves light or moderate drinkers. The National Alcohol Diary Survey found that 30 of people said they had experienced negative consequences as a result of their own drinking, while 17 said they had suffered at the hands of someone else’s drinking. In terms of self-inflicted harms, the rate was highest among young people aged 18-24 (56) and was higher among men (36) than women (24). The health and social harm we are inflicting on ourselves is not only a problem of the present, we are also storing up problems for the future. The drain on the exchequer is another – if lesser – consideration, but our drinking costs us a great deal in financial terms. It is an unnecessary drain on health service resources and takes up essential beds which could be occupied by more deserving cases. While highlighting the negative consequences of our drinking habits, we should not forget the equally negative effects and the financial burden of our smoking habits. And of course, the use of illegal drugs continues to grow with all of the health and social consequences that addiction brings. There is little more that we can do to bring the negative effects of these addictions to the attention of the most educated generation Ireland has ever had. But the education must continue, the advice must be given, the penalties for illegal behaviour must be implemented. If that can be interpreted as saving us from ourselves, then so be it. In this we are little different from the rest of the world and the battle must continue to be fought.
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Hospitality & Catering Skills programme organised in Dungarvan by Waterford Leader Partnership/LCDP – Pictured above are the individuals who took part in the Hospitality & Catering Skills Programme in Dungarvan recently. The training was FETAC accredited and funded by Waterford Leader Partnership/Local Community Development Programme and Pobal. Training took place over 12 weeks covering a wide variety of modules: Customer Care, Career Planning, Entry Level Bar Skills, Hotel/Reception Skills, Restaurant Skills and Work Experience. The training was delivered by tutors Cyril Deevy and New Links Training Solutions. The programme was a tremendous success and has given the participants valuable new skills which will enable them to take up opportunities in the Hotel, Catering and Tourism sector. For more information on training please contact Jillian O’Brien, Waterford Leader Partnership on 054 51504. Seated from left: Jillian O'Brien, Waterford Leader Partnership; Michaela O'Brien, Tina Fitzgerald, Nuala Duffy and Miriam Rooney. Standing from left: Cyril Deevy, Alan Butler, Colin Stephen O'Grady, Timothy McGrath, Owen Kirkham, Michael O'Hara, Tony Hansberry and Jim Tumulty, New Links Training Solutions. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
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‘Sore Heel Pain when Walking’ - Achilles Tendonitis By
Tomás Ryan BSc., AHS, Ph. Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel & Thurles
IF you suffer from burning or piercing pain into the tendon above the heel bone of your foot, then you may be suffering from a condition known as Achilles tendonitis. Achilles tendonitis is a condition where the large tendon of the lower leg which attaches to the heel bone becomes inflamed and sore. This leads to burning, shooting pain occurring during walking and running activities that cause stress to the tendon. Indeed burning pain can be felt when getting out of bed in the morning time or when walking after been seated for a prolonged period. Achilles Tendonitis can commonly be caused by a sudden increase in walking or running activity coupled with tight inflexible calf muscles. This leads to the Achilles tendon becoming stressed resulting in the development of micro tears in the fibrous treads of the tendon. These tiny tears can harden and swell overtime, leading to a hardening of and poor elasticity in the Achilles tendon. On movement the tendon is then stressed, producing this burning shooting pain. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS • Pain into the Achilles tendon both during and after a long walk or when out jogging
• Stiffness and pain eases at the start of the activity but gradually worsens during the activity • Tight calf muscle, tenderness felt when pressing on Achilles tendon • Patient is overweight and has fallen arches in his feet • Stiffness felt in the morning when getting out of bed. Stiffness can also be felt before or after walking or running session. ACTIVITIES THAT CAUSE ACHILLES TENDINOPATHY • Many years of running / walking with tight calf muscles and restricted ankle joints. • Running / walking on uneven road surfaces • Weakness in calf muscles & poor running technique • Poor footwear or a change of footwear • Excessive falling inwards of the foot (pronation) when walking or running. TREATMENT & MANAGEMENT When the Achilles is overloaded there is not enough of blood circulation to the tendon, resulting in weakening of the tendon with microscopic scarring and tearing occurring within the tendon. Patients who attend my clinic with Achilles Tendonitis are instructed to ice the tendon on several occasions throughout the day. A small heel raise is often inserted in their shoe in order to reduce the tensile stress on the tendon when walking, thus allowing healing to occur. Treatment to stretch out the tightened calf muscles is essential, coupled with mobilisations to the restricted joints of the foot and ankle. Phased local friction soft tissue massage coupled with ice to the tendon also. The next step to fully rehabilitating the Achilles tendon involves the patient undergoing a series of graded eccentric strengthening. These exercises should be performed under the guidance of your Physical therapist.
Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy (MIAPT) and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504-26672. Email your queries to: tomaspryan@gmail.com
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AN average of just over one Waterford woman a week travelled to England for an abortion last year, according to statistics revealed by Britain’s Department of Health. The figures, which were released last week, show that a total of 57 women from County Waterford travelled to England to have a termination of their pregnancy in 2013. This figure is up on the previous year, when 45 Waterford women travelled to England to have an abortion. The Waterford figure for 2013 could be higher, as there were 855 Irish women who did not state their county of residence when having a termination of their pregnancy. In neighbouring counties, there were 74 women from Tipperary and 262 women from Cork, who travelled to England to have a pregnancy termination in 2013. Nationwide, there were a total of 3,679 Irish women who made the trip to have an abortion, while 802 women from the north of Ireland travelled to England to have an abortion. In 2012, there were 3,982 women from Ireland who had an abortion; while in 2011, that figure was higher - 4,149. In total, 202,577 abortions were carried out in Britain in 2013.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
CEO lays out draft plan to make Waterford a better place for all THE Chief Executive Officer for Waterford City and County Council, Michael Walsh, has laid down the gauntlet for the newly amalgamated local authority to make Waterford the best possible place for its people and for those who wish to live, visit, work or invest here. In a draft corporate plan for the new organisation, Mr.Walsh said it is a map for the Council to follow over the next five years and outlined a set of values the Council will adhere to as it goes forward - Unity: to speak with one voice for Waterford and its people, unified in actions, service delivery and leadership; Democracy: encourage active engagement and participation in the democratic process and facilitate informed decision making by the elected representatives; Inclusion and Integrity: deliver opportunities and accessibility for all activities and promote respect for diversity and inclusion in the communities; About people: recognise that Council services are delivered for the people and through people, and accordingly place respect for people as individuals and communities at the heart of the organisation; Quality: aspire to quality and long-term sustainability in all Council services, notwithstanding pressure on resources. Mr. Walsh outlined the foundation and pillars of the organisation - the priorities which will make Waterford stronger - Economic;
Tourism; Primary Urban Centres; Heritage and Culture; Environment; People and Communities; Council Services; Communications. As part of that infrastructure, Mr. Walsh said the Council would seek to achieve maximum efficiency from scarce resources; concentrate on roads maintenance above improvement, with emphasis on road drainage, mechanisation and community involvement; ensure clarity for all the Council workforce as to their roles and responsibilities. Mr. Walsh said the Council will also seek to optimise the transition to Irish Water and manage organisational risks with emphasis on the business community and cost management; aspire to quality in all the public realm, amenity and recreation provisions; and sustain the asset value of Council building and housing stock to the best level possible. “There is no other organisation, or State entity, that can hope to influence the lives of people in the way that we do,” Mr. Walsh pointed out. “That is an absolute fact, with the exception of education and health, we have a role across every other aspect of people’s lives.” In relation to Economic Development, Mr. Walsh said that the Council needs to develop and implement an effective economic plan as well as place jobs at the forefront of all services. He said there needs to be a focus on self-generation of jobs through enterprise support and enabling entrepreneurship and commu-
nity involvement. Mr. Walsh said the Council needs to be the best for start-ups and inward investment through maintaining a low cost base, providing a one-stop-shop interface for businesses, and developing a clear strategy for property solutions. Key areas of strength need to be determined, and align with other players’ activities including the Technological University, as well as seek to realise value from Waterford’s unique marine environment. In relation to Tourism, Mr. Walsh said there needs to be an effort to make Waterford a ‘longer stay’ destination. He said product development will include the Déise Greenway project; Comeraghs Wild; Mount Congreve; Viking Triangle in the city; Copper Coast; Blackwater Valley and Munster Peaks, as well as the towns, Lismore, Tramore, Ardmore and Dunmore East. Mr. Walsh said the Council needs to define an integrating entity such as the ‘Ring of Waterford’; develop an integrating branding and communications programme; identify key audiences; develop stakeholder participation; enhance the culture and festival offer; and further
develop the accommodation product in city and county. Mr. Walsh identified three Primary Urban Centres which are in need of further enhancement and development - Dungarvan, Waterford City and Tramore. He said the Council needs to maximise the public realm improvements from Smarter Travel in Dungarvan, as well as regenerate O’Connell Street; recognise the Quay area as a focal for nighttime vibrancy; and develop a town centre management group involving all stakeholders. In relation to heritage and culture, Mr. Walsh said the Council needs to embed heritage as part of our essence in the communities. He said the Council must develop and realise the value from heritage and cultural assets for community benefit as well as high quality visitor experiences, by innovation in the use of heritage and culture assets and a promotion of the arts with particular emphasis on developing youth arts in Waterford, sustaining venues and rewarding creativity. He said part of heritage and culture means to expand and support the
range of festivals and activities, raise standards, as well as promote and sustain the Gaeltacht as unique to Waterford. In relation to Environment, Mr. Walsh said the Council needs to manage the outdoors and the natural heritage of the county, ensuring the best in presentation of the towns and villages, and the county as a whole. Included in the plan for environment is the development of coastal and mountain amenities; development of a healthy county and city; ensure the best for drinking water; impartial delivery of regulatory functions; high quality waste management services; and develop an ‘age friendly’ county and city. In relation to People and Communities, Mr. Walsh said the Council would work to develop sustainable and safe communities, develop an effective local community development committee, as well as have a focus on regeneration in towns and villages, economic development and educational attainment in those areas; an emphasis on the quality of life in local authority housing estates; sustain the quality of the housing stock; minimise empty houses in the housing stock, and maximise
provision of social housing. The Council will endeavour to deliver efficient, effective and equitable services by quality people with appropriate skills, be customer-or ientated, friendly, and transparent. As part of its Communications drive, the Council will develop positive media relations, progress online communications, engagement and feedback with customers, work with tourism promotion and have a consistent communications approach throughout the organisation. Mr. Walsh pointed out that Councillors can make suggestions / submissions on the draft plan and those comments will be taken on board He said it would then come back before the July meeting with the changes, then it would go out on public display for submissions / suggestions from the public. After that, the document will come back before the Council for consideration of final adoption of the plan, most likely at the September meeting. Cathaoirleach, Cllr. James Tobin, said he hoped the vision outlined by the CEO can be achieved with all the Councillors support. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan (FF) said he applauded the CEO’s draft corporate plan and vision for the Council. “It is clear, concise and easily attainable,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. He pointed out that the Comeragh area is the most rural and isolated of areas in the county and welcomed a suggestion in the corporate plan to have a ‘Ring of
Waterford’, similar to the ‘Ring of Kerry’ tourist attraction. In relation to the development of the three urban centres (Dungarvan, Tramore and Waterford City), he urged the Council not to forget the other rural settlements Cllr. Liam Brazil (FG) described the draft corporate plan as “a great vision going forward”. He urged the Council to focus more on tourism and attracting tourists to the county. “Tourists are coming off the boat in Wexford every day of the week and going to Killarney and other places,” said Cllr. Brazil. He said the Council needs to find a way to keep those tourists here in Waterford and pointed out that no other county in Ireland has the stunning scenery which we have. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald (SF) said that the environment is one of County Waterford’s “most under-exploited assets” and more focus was needed there. He commented that the draft corporate plan did not outline the Council’s position on pylons going through County Waterford’s landscape, such as the Comeragh Mountains. “The Council needs to take a stand on that,” he said. “Tourism Ireland said pylons being placed in the Comeragh Mountains are not in keeping with its policy,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald, who queried the Council’s position on proposed pylons, but he did not receive an answer at the time.
Helvick Swim and BBQ set for Sunday, July 20th
Alan & Caroline Ryan, Dungarvan Business Centre; Eimhir Ni Chonchuir, West Waterford Festival of Food and Martina McGrath at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
“The Annual Helvick Sponsored Swim & BBQ is scheduled for Helvick Pier at noon on Sunday, July 20th” says Hon RNLI Fundraising Chairman Oliver Clancy. “2014 is a very special year marking the 20th anniversary of the Helvick Swim, which has morphed into a major event attracting participants from all over Ireland and beyond. “We are hoping for a huge turnout to raise funds for our new lifeboat the RNLB Robert Armstrong, an Atlantic 85, a bigger and faster boat with more communication and electronic aids, including radio
direction finding equipment and radar, etc. “We will have a 2k and a 4k distance, weather permitting, and this year’s registration list includes many new swimmers in addition to those who have participated over many years, and a few right from the very first sponsored swim in 1994. The fundraising committee work hard to supplement the often heroic and dangerous work carried out by the brave volunteer crews who risk their lives in all kinds of weather to save life at sea 24-7-365. Info: 087 821 0420; rnlihelvick@gmail.com
Sponsored swimmers Johanna, Angela and Maire Moore who took part in the 2013 Helvick Swim in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat. [© Miriam Foley Macleod]
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
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Cyclist tragically killed GARDAĂ? are investigating a fatal road crash in Stradbally where a cyclist was killed at the weekend. The road traffic collision, which occurred between a car and a pedal cyclist, happened at approximately 6.50 p.m. last Friday, 20th June, at Ballyvoile,
Stradbally. The injured cyclist, a 32year-old male who was named locally as Niall Ă“ ManachĂĄin, from Maoil na hEorna, An Rinn, was taken by ambulance to Waterford University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead a short
time later. No other person was injured. The road at Ballyvoile was closed for a Garda Forensic Collision examination. GardaĂ have appealed for any witnesses to contact Kilmacthomas Garda
Station on 051-295630, or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111, or any Garda Station. Funeral Mass for Niall Ă“ ManachĂĄin was held at SeipĂŠal na Rinne last Monday, with burial afterwards in the New Cemetery.
West Waterford woman publishes first novel A WEST Waterford native has published her first novel which is now on sale in local bookshops, as well as online. Alison (Allie) Murray (nee Hearn) originally from Touraneena, Ballinamult, now living in Rathcormac, County Cork, is the author of ‘Bountiful’, a general fiction novel which is a funny, heartfelt story of secrets and
intense relationships in the quiet market town of Padbury. Allie worked as a legal secretary for 15 years in Wicklow, Dublin and Cork, before leaving paid work for ten years to stay at home and become a full-time mum. She now lives in Rathcormac with her husband and four children. It was during the ten years at home that she wrote freelance features for various publications, including Cork’s Evening Echo, Woman’s Way and Ireland’s Own. She holds a degree in Literature and Sociology from UCC and has only recently returned to work part-time in Fermoy. Allie’s first novel
‘Bountiful’ is on sale at Eason Dungarvan, priced â‚Ź8.99, and is available at other good bookshops around the area. The book has also gone on sale in counties Cork and Kerry, and wider distribution of the book is expected in the coming months. Bountiful can be purchased online at Amazon and is available for purchase and download on Kindle. SYNOPSIS Beryl Foley’s life is about to enter a new and exciting phase but she risks jeopardising it all if the secret which she is harbouring is revealed. Her husband’s long-running feud with Beet Nyhan, which is escalating at an alarming rate, is only adding to her concern.
Allie Murray (nee Hearn), a native of Touraneena, Ballinamult, who has published her first novel, ‘Bountiful’, available to buy locally and online.
Beet and his brother, Doug, have other issues on their minds; not least the long-unanswered question of what happened to their father, Jack, who disappeared from their lives over forty years earlier. Bountiful is on sale now, at Eason Dungarvan, Amazon.com and all good bookshops, retailing at â‚Ź8.99.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Ardmore Open Farm – Children and Animal Heaven By Tom Keith IN the 1600 years or so since St. Declan and his companions came to Ardmore, there have been many pilgrims and tourists who have made the journey to an area which is a little bit of heaven on earth. Along with the longstanding attractions of the Monastic settlement and its glorious and sad history, as well as the more recent amusement parks, another major venue has been added which is attractive to the young and not so young alike. Last weekend, Ardmore Open Farm celebrated the first anniversary of it opening its door to visitors with the addition of a very interesting drumming session, in which children and adults could join. In the intervening twelve months since the opening in mid-June last year, thousands have flocked through its portals to see the wide variety of animals, numbering about 300 at any given time, in their accessible and relatively open locations around the fifteen acres. They have amused themselves in the
two dedicated indoor play areas; eaten ice cream and cake at birthday parties or, in the case of adults, had their staff Christmas night out there. “We can cater for just about any happy occasion”, says the smiling Bridget Collins (nee Colbert), “we have a 90 seat restaurant and two soft play areas for children, so we can take and provide for all comers. We have a very willing, cooperative and motivated staff whose primary concern is a positive, safe and enjoyable visitor experience.” The extensive recreation area is open and inviting and can accommodate up to ninety people, while it is ideally spacious for a child’s birthday party, so that they can receive the kind of individual attention which their age group requires. At the half-way mark in the year, a very extensive and elaborate Christmas set was built through which children and adults could wander with ease, meeting all of the indoor animals in comfort and out of the elements. There were numerous little experiences along the
Eoin and Katy Whelan listen for instructions from Drummer Fergal O’Connor during the drumming session at Ardmore Open Farm First Anniversary last Sunday.
way, culminating in the usual visit to Santa in his cabin. The set, which was designed by Franc, was an instant success with the thousands who passed through and there are many cards, letters, texts and e.mails to attest to the enjoyability of the experience and the memorable time which the children and their parents and friends had there. Last Sunday however, was a summer experience and as the visitors moved along the pathways between the sun-
footed and strong-willed Clydesdale horses lumbered around showing their strength and hairy ankles. Checking on their welfare were Bridget’s parents Mary and John who keep an eye on the animals and chat with visitors, occasionally posing for a photo. The shaggy Shetland ponies and neighbouring Poitous were content to graze, while the Spanish donkey ‘next-door’ stayed away from its ‘more intelligent’ neighbours. Mary, the Irish donkey, rescued from dreadful conditions some The Ardmore Open Farm team pause for a picture during their busy First Anniversary celebrations last Sunday. From left: Steve McInerney, Natalia Lisowska, Bridget Collins (Managing Director), Amy O’Brien and Hannah Power.
Ben, Mary and Rebecca Feehan from Kilworth at the Drumming session at Ardmore Open Farm First Anniversary last Sunday.
drenched fields, they met the many different varieties of animals, several of which came trotting up to meet their young visitors. The Llama and Alpacas kept their heads haughtily high, while the Vietnamese Pot Bellied Pigs grovelled in the mud beside the fence and gave a continuous photo op for the cameras. The dainty deer just two weeks old, gambolled with their elders around their enclosure, while the heavy-
Fergal O’Connor leads a group of enthusiastic young drummers at the Ardmore Open Farm First Anniversary last Sunday.
time ago, is more than happy no doubt with the care and attention she now receives in retirement in Ardmore. Indoors the Meerkats, Guinea Pigs, Ring-Tailed Lemurs and rabbits swung or scurried across the paths of the little ones, confident that they could stay out of range of searching hands. In the duck-ponds around the farm live the different species of birds that are normally associated with a watery habitat. They have been grouped together around the duck-ponds and, apart from the odd skirmish they are compatible and live happily together. These include swans, several varieties of geese including Atlantic Canadian, Toulouse Geese and African Geese. There are Carolina Ducks, Mandarin Ducks and tufted ducks, all waddling around and splashing and flapping in the ponds. The Snowy Owl rules from his perch, while colour is provided by Cockatiel, Budgies, Sulphur Crested Cockatoos and Peach-Faced Love-Birds. It
is a busy menagerie which commands and holds the attention. Visitors came from near and far, with families visiting from Cork, Clonmel, Kilkenny, Waterford City and Wexford. There were others from further afield like the family from Normandy who come to Ardmore every few years on holidays. The father’s grandmother came from Killarney, while his partner, Adriana hails from Gloucester. A couple of weeks previously they had witnessed the 70th Anniversary Ceremonies of the Normandy Invasion of 1944 and had seen all of the dignitaries and heads of state, who had come to participate in the extensive Commemoration of the greatest invasion force in the history of the world. But, despite their extensive travel, they were still very impressed with Ardmore Open Farm where, this week, along
with becoming acquainted with 300 animals they learned the basics of drumming with their hands.They may not be lucky enough to get drums for Christmas, but they can still enjoy the extensive display which is already being planned for the Festive Season.
Time may have stood still for St. Declan and his community, but in Ardmore Open Farm everything changes, each dawn brings a challenging day, but also the compensation of the squeals of happy children as they wander through animal heaven.
Adriana, Patrick, Genevieve and Martin from Normandy holidaying in Ardmore visited the Ardmore Open Farm First Anniversary last Sunday.
John and Mary Colbert of the Ardmore Open Farm show the Clydesdale horses to P. J. and Caroline Murphy with Children Ben and Liam last Sunday.
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Gill Walsh, Gill Pollard, Joanna Ormond and Ciara Liston.
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Jimmy Power, Jerry O'Rourke, Grainne O'Donnell, Bernie O'Donnell and Aoife O'Donnell.
Clodagh, Muriel and Bonny Mills.
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Tommy, Jake and Mike Coffey.
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Caroline Quinn, A.J. Ormand, Mags Ormond, Ella McGrath and Sarah McGrath.
Siobhan Moore, Leona Stapleton, Ciara Donnelly and Aoife Landers.
Michael and Lena Foley.
Sharon, Alana, Fionn and Brian O'Connor.
Eamonn Murphy, Jenny Murphy and John Lynch.
Paddy and Martin Reddy.
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Linda Bennett and Bernie Prendergast.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Home Instead Senior Care urges care for older people during heat wave THE recent heat wave has us flocking to the beaches, seeking out the shade and ensuring we are well protected with effective sun creams. Whilst we all need to exercise caution during the warm spell, older people are at increased risk of heat related illness, especially if they live alone, have medical conditions or take certain medicines. In many cases being frail, not able to move as easily or having dementia can affect an elderly person’s ability to take adequate care of themselves in hot weather. Home Instead Senior Care Waterford has issued guidelines and advice to enable people to put together a plan for how to assist an older person to cope during extreme heat. • Arrange to check on an older person twice a day if you can during extreme heat, especially if he/she lives alone. If possible, do
not rely on just talking on the phone, as you need to be able to make sure they are drinking enough water and assess any changes to their physical condition, • Make sure the older person has a phone which will work during a power failure. If they have a safety alarm pendant, make sure this will work if the power was off. • If an older person seems to be suffering from heat stress, they need to be cooled down immediately. Use cool baths, showers, or place cool, wet towels on their neck and underarms. • Call a doctor or an ambulance if an older person’s condition does not improve within an hour after taking steps to cool them down, or if they have any heat related symptoms that are causing concern. • People caring for others also need to look after themselves in extreme heat, or they put at risk their own
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Know Your Rights SERVING ON A JURY Question: I’ve recently been called for jury service and I’d be happy to do it, but I’m not sure who can serve on a jury. At the age of 65 am I too old? Answer: There is no upper age limit for eligibility for jury service, but at age 65 or over you can be excused as of right if you do not wish to serve. There are several other categories of people who can be excused as of right, including members of the Dáil and Seanad, ministers of religion, doctors, nurses, midwives, teachers etc.You can also be excused as of right if you have served on a jury within the last three years or have been excused by a judge at the end of a previous period of jury service. It is an offence to fail to attend for jury service without reasonable excuse. Every Irish or British citizen in Ireland who is aged 18 or over and who is on the Register of Dáil Electors is eligible to serve on a jury, except for: People who are involved in any way with the administration of justice and People who are unable to read or who have a long-term impairment so that it is not practicable for them to serve on a jury. You cannot serve on a jury if: You are not an Irish or British citizen You have been convicted of a serious offence in Ireland You have ever been sentenced to five years or more in prison or Within the last ten years, you have been sentenced to three months in prison. Read more on the Courts Service website courts.ie. 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) Clinic 1st Thursday of every month at 1.00 p.m., by appointment only.
health as well as their ability to care for others. KEEPING COOL Try to encourage the older person to take simple steps to keep cool such as: rinsing a cloth in cool water and using it to wipe their arms and neck; sleeping with just a sheet over them; putting their feet in a bowl of cool water; making ice cubes from water or cordial and sucking them to keep cool; and/or putting a bowl of ice cubes in front of a fan to create a cool breeze. CLOTHING AND PERSONAL AIDS Encourage them to wear light coloured, loose fitting clothing. Sunscreen should always be worn by an older person, even if they only go outside for a short time, as their skin is much thinner and can burn easily. A widebrimmed hat that shades the face and covers the head is advisable if going outdoors in the heat. Sunglasses should always
be worn outside but make sure they are taken off before going inside to prevent an accident. Pausing inside for a few minutes is a good idea to help eyes adjust from the bright sunlight. Check that wheelchairs, walkers and other metal equipment that may be used by an older person do not become hot to touch, as this can cause a burn. EATING AND DRINKING Older people may not always be able to tell when they are thirsty so encourage them to drink water regularly, unless their doctor has advised them to limit the amount of fluid they drink. It is a good idea for an older person to have a water bottle with them at all times in the heat to avoid becoming dehydrated. Encourage them to eat smaller meals more often during hot weather. Using
stoves or ovens less often also keeps the temperature cooler in their home and reduces the risk of accidentally leaving them on. MEDICINES If they take prescribed medicines, they must continue to take these during
periods of extreme heat. Some medicines can make an older person more prone to sunburn and heat stress, so extra care should be taken to watch for signs that they are becoming affected by the heat. If you need more advice on particular
medicines, speak to a pharmacist or a G.P. If you are concerned about a senior family member or friend, call Home Instead Senior Care Waterford on 051-333966 or check out www.homeinstead.ie.
Gardaí warn about dangers of buying cars privately 78 cars (out of 79) have been recovered in the last three years after being purchased with fake bank drafts and sold onto unsuspecting buyers for cash. There have already been more cases this year (24) than in all of 2013 (21). Gardaí are urging members of the public who are buying or selling their cars privately to take necessary precautions before finalising the sale. In general, what happens is as follows:Criminals target members of the public who advertise their vehicles for sale on Irish classified websites. Contact is made expressing an interest in viewing and then purchasing the vehicle. The criminals also place adverts seeking "drivers wanted” on websites.The applicants
are then asked to meet for an interview in pubs, hotel receptions or car parks. These drivers are instructed by phone to meet prospective sellers to view the vehicles. The ciminals make arrangements over the phone without personally viewing the vehicle to purchase same using a bank draft. This transaction will take place in the evening time, usually a Friday evening. The draft is handed over and the driver receives the vehicle and vehicle registration certificate.The seller is told the buyer is in the motor trade and given an RF105 (Change of ownership to Motor dealer) form with details of a fictitious garage. The vehicle is already re advertised on the internet below the market value to attract attention. It is then immediately resold, some
times within hours, to an innocent purchaser. When the false draft is discovered the vehicle is reported as stolen. The most important advice we can offer to sellers and buyers is as follows: - If offered a bank draft, get details of that draft in advance and check it is legitimate with the bank/branch it’s purported to be from. - Avoid buying a car in a car park - If the seller is unwilling to provide details for verification, walk away All the cars that were recovered were returned to their owners, and left the unsuspecting buyers out of pocket – one such person was down €40,000 last year. Gardaí have been working
closely with a number of Irish classified websites such as DoneDeal.ie, Adverts.ie, Carzone.ie and the auto trader to trace the suspects, warn their customers and remove adverts that have been placed. Gardaí continue to investigate and liaise closely with financial institutions and jobs websites advertising for drivers. A number of arrests and searches have been carried out, but Gardaí hope that the public will take on board the advice to only accept Bank Drafts that are verified by the banks as genuine. If they are about to purchase a vehicle themselves, consider a method of payment that is traceable. Any information to contact Garda Crimestoppers - 1800 250025.
‘Ferry good’ World Cup action with Stena Line
Niall Collins, Quantum Life; Shane Curran, Colour Store and David Gaffney, Murrays Pharmacy at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
SOCCER fans won’t have to miss out on the World Cup when they travel between now and Sunday, July 13th, as Stena Line is showing the action onboard its Irish Sea ferries. Passengers will also have the opportunity to enjoy some friendly competition with a World Cup fussball table in each of the bars and spot prizes. Other competitions include the ‘Win in a Minute’ competition with passengers winning an instant prize if they pick the time of the first goal in the live matches and a draw to win an official World Cup football shirt.
What’s more, families still have the opportunity to set sail for less with Stena Line’s fantastic Kids Go Free* offer which is available every day on every sailing on the Dublin Port/Dun Laoghaire – Holyhead and Rosslare – Fishguard routes, when booked at least seven days in advance and before June 30 for travel by car until January 30th, 2015. For more information or to book click on www.stenaline.ie/kids, call 01 204 7777 or visit your local travel agent. * Subject to availability.Terms and conditions apply. See online for further details.
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Ardmore U-14s at Féile 2014 in Ulster www.gomahony.com
Pictured with Armagh GAA legend Joe Kernan are members of the Ardmore GAA Club who travelled to Féile 2014. In the photograph are Anthony Aherne, Dan McNamara, Nick Keating, Joe Kernan, Seamus Veale and Adrian O'Donnell. [www.gomahony.com]
Taking in the GAA Féile Parade in Armagh city last weekend were Harry Yellop, Scott O'Mahony and Joe McNamara from the Ardmore GAA Club. [www.gomahony.com]
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Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Laura Murphy, Taylor Murray, Debbie Smith and Orla Queally, Dungarvan. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 was Marie Grant. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 was Liam Kirby, Tallow. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Julia Ahearne, Hannah and Mary Curran. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Pat Murphy and Marian Dobbyn. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Hannah Houlihan and Jessica, Lismore. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Mary Fraher and Paddy Casey.
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Vourneen Gleeson, Mary Larkin and Mary Burke. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Joan and Billy Hickey. [John Power Photography]
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Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Cian Conway and his mum Nuala. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Josephine [John Power Photography] O'Keefe, Maura O'Keefe and Con Dwyer.
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Maura and Daphnie Power. [John Power Photography]
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Special Olympics Athletes with their winning medals from the Special Olympics Games held in Limerick recently, pictured with Cyclist Sean Kelly, outside Euroroute Cuisine Anne Le Roy Centre last Monday afternoon. Sean Kelly made a presentation of a cheque from the Comeragh Tour Committee to the Carriglea Cairde Services Special Olympics Club. The cheque was from some of the proceeds raised during this year’s Comeragh Tour.
Special Olympics 2014 THE Special Olympics Ireland Games which were hosted in UL Limerick in glorious mid-summer sunshine, proved to be an overwhelming success. Throughout the 4 days, the atmosphere was electric at each of the 14 venues. It proved to be a life changing experience for everyone involved especially the 1500 Athletes, their families and the 3000 Volunteers. These Volunteers are the heartbeat of Special Olympics. The whole focus of the games was first and foremost on the Athletes and their ability, not the disability.The games catered for Athletes with all levels of intellectual disabilities. One should always remember the Special Olympic motto “There is a place for everyone” and that is definitely the case in
Special Olympics. On Thursday the opening ceremony was held, here all 1,500 Athletes marched in a parade up through the streets of Limerick where supporters lined up in their thousands. It had to be said that the Munster Team got the biggest and loudest cheers of support. The Athlete’s congregated in the People’s Park, where there was an array of entertainment including Paddy Casey and a variety of Sports Stars. This is where the event was officially opened and the Olympic Torch was lit. The Atmosphere was amazing. Friday was a day of divisioning. This is where all Athletes performed in their event and following on from this, they were divisioned for Saturday’s competition. This strategy ensures that all
Nicola Moroney of Carriglea Cairde Services making a presentation to special guest, Cyclist Sean Kelly, last Monday afternoon.
Athletes participate against other Athletes of similar ability. Saturday was the first day of competition where we saw the following results: Anne Byrne finished 2nd in the 100m Walk. Helen Burke finished 2nd in the 25m Walk. Sandra Byrne finished 2nd in the 25m Walk. Patricia Kelly finished 1st in the 100m Walk. Patrick Buckley finished Fifth in the singles Bowling. Sean Cheasty finished 2nd in the 15m floatation Aquatics event. Laura Lannigan finished 3rd in the 10m assisted Swimming event. Sunday was the last day of competition where the Athletics and Bowling athletes participated in their second events, resulting in: Patrick Buckley finished 3rd in the Doubles Bowling event. Anne Byrne finished 1st in the 50m walk. Helen Burke finished 4th in the 50m walk. Sandra Byrne finished 3rd in the 50m walk. Patricia Kelly finished 2nd in the 50m walk. What a successful 2 days for all our athletes. On Sunday evening after the closing ceremony, the athletes and coaches arrived back to a tremendous reception in Carriglea, at this stage everyone was really exhausted and looking forward to Monday off. A special word of thanks to all the coaches involved, Nicola
Moroney, Brian Sheehan, Helen Fraher and Suzi Keane, Patricia Connors, Philomena Tutty. On Monday last, a Celebration Party was held for all the Athletes in the Anne Le Roy Restaurant in recognition of their fantastic achievements at the Games. The event was attended be the Athletes and their families along with special guest, cyclist Sean Kelly, who made a presentation of a cheque from the Comeragh Tour Committee to the Carriglea Cairde Services Special Olympics Club. Martin Moore and Martin Power, also representing the Comeragh Tour, were present for the cheque presentation. The cheque was the proceeds of some of the money raised during the 2014 Comeragh Tour earlier in May. Sean Kelly was given a very warm welcome by Special Olympics Athletes, staff, guests and everyone present at the restaurant. Sean congratulated all the athletes on their achievements and urged them to continue with their sporting successes and to enjoy it. Nicola Moroney made a presentation of a painting to Sean Kelly, on behalf of Carriglea Cairde Services Special Olympics Club, before the Celebration Party continued with music and refreshments. This was a fitting ending to what has been an amazing experience for all involved.
Cyclist Sean Kelly presents a cheque on behalf of the Comeragh Tour Committee in aid of Carriglea Cairde Services Special Olympics Club, to Nicola Moroney of Carriglea Cairde Services. The proceeds of the cheque were raised from the 2014 Comeragh Tour challenge.
Athlete Anthony McGrath, Kilmeadan, Co. Waterford, Team Munster, swaps hats following the Short Putt event with volunteer David Rofe, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare. Special Olympics Ireland Games, Ballykisteen Hotel & Golf Resort, Co. Tipperary. [Diarmuid Greene / SPORTSFILE]
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Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Daragh Coleman and Brian Power, Dungarvan. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Fr. Conor Kelly, Theresa Barry, Tom Halley, John Queally, Una Murray, Pat Burke, [John Power Photography] Jimmy and Ann McGrath and Margaret Burke pictured with Bishop William Lee.
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Lorna Lenihan and Sarah Preston. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Jack and Lorna Jane Murray, Betty Daly and Carmel O'Lone. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Mary and Thomas Fitzgerald. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Nathan and Kathleen Troy and John Condon, An Rinn. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Margaret McNamara, Frances Tobin and Breda Walsh. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 was Danny Corcoran [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Ann Thayre, Joan Lonergan and Yvonne Lonergan. [John Power Photography]
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Marian Dobbyn and Mary Cunningham, Tallow. [John Power Photography]
Traditional Basket Making opportunity in Dungarvan
OWING to the success of the recent basket making workshops in the Old Market House Arts Centre, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan there is now another opportunity to develop these skills. A one day beginners course is being run on Friday, 25th July, 2014. Followed by a two day advanced course on Saturday 26th and Sunday, 27th July. Please note that those intending to do the advanced course will need to have already completed a beginners day course and there is not a single day option for the advanced course. Participants can expect great attention as there is a limit of 6 people each day for the workshops. Basketmaker Sabine Wolniczak is once again conducting the courses. These workshops offer the opportunity to sample and recreate a traditional craft which is absorbing and incredibly satisfying and leaves you with a sense of achievement. Beginners Day - €60 for the day including all materials. Advanced Basket making - €100 for the two days including all materials. Places can be booked in advance by contacting the Arts Centre on 058-48944. A €30 non refundable deposit is required to secure a place on either course before Friday, 4th July, 2014.
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Bausch & Lomb welcomes positive outcome of union ballots at Waterford plant BAUSCH & Lomb welcomes the approval by its employees of the cost reduction proposals required to secure the future of its Waterford facility. Following the separate votes by SIPTU and the TEEU in favour of the proposals, the CEO and Chairman of Valeant Pharmaceuticals Mr. Michael Pearson said: “I would like to express our gratitude to all employees for their support, and to their union representatives for the robust and constructive way in which they negotiated with us.” “As we stated at the outset we needed to realise these savings in order to make the Waterford plant competitive and to position
it for future growth. We will invest further in this facility. Our preference was always to keep the plant open, and this vote allows us to do that.” “We are grateful to the Government and the IDA for their engagement with us and their agreement to offer grants and incentives to us in support of our ambition to invest in the Waterford plant. We appreciate the constructive approach taken by elected representatives in Waterford which allowed for constructive dialogue,” said Mr. Pearson. “Finally, we would like to thank the Labour Relations Commission for their support chairing our talks with the unions.”
Forest Mammal Survey THE Mammals in a Sustainable Environment (MISE) Project is pleased to invite volunteers to attend a Forest Mammal Survey on Saturday, 5th July, where we will survey for signs of pine marten, fox, deer and squirrels. If you are interested in learning about the elusive wild creatures that live in our woodlands or want to find out more about the research that the MISE Project is carrying out on these species, then we would be delighted to invite you along! This day-long event will start at 9.30 a.m. in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan for a short talk and briefing. Volunteers will then be divided into teams, led by an experienced member of the MISE team, and allocated to a woodland survey area. The event will be finished by 5.00 p.m.
Please bring appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear and a packed lunch. The day will require walking in woodlands and uneven terrain with the possibility of adverse weather conditions. The event is free to attend and no previous experience is required, but places are limited to 20 people and
Pine Marten.
booking is required. Please contact Andrew Harrington, MISE Project Officer at Waterford City and County Council at aharrington@waterfordcouncil.ie or 086-4135544. The MISE project is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund under the IrelandWales Programme 20072013 (INTERREG IVA).
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Stay within your depth when swimming in open water IRISH Water Safety is appealing to the public to stay within their depth when swimming in open water during this current spell of hot weather, following an analysis of the thirteen drownings in last years heat wave. 1. Swim at Lifeguarded waterways www.iws.ie 2. If there is no Lifeguarded waterway nearby then swim at a recognized, traditional bathing area 3. Swim within your depth - stay within your depth; 4. Use local knowledge to determine local hazards and safest areas to swim; 5. Ensure that ringbuoys are present; 6. Make sure that the edges are shallow shelving so that you can safely and easily enter and exit the water; 7. Only drink alcohol after your aquatic activity has ended. Stay Away From The Edge after you consume alcohol. 8. Never bring inflatable toys or floating killers to beaches, lakes or rivers
The majority of drownings, 62%, occur inland where river and lake beds can be difficult to see and therefore extremely difficult to determine if you are swimming within your depth. The onset of cramp, combined with the panicked realisation that you are out of your depth can have tragic consequences and can be compounded further by the muscle cooling effect of longer periods in open water. Bear in mind that in a recent analysis on drowning over the last 25 years, we discovered that 32% of drowning victims had consumed alcohol, so stay away from water when you have been drinking. If you see someone in difficulty, these simple steps may save a life: 1. Shout to the casualty and encourage them to shore.This may orientate them just enough. 2. Reach out with a long object such a branch or a piece of clothing but do not enter the water yourself. 3. Throw a ringbuoy or any floating object and call 112 for the coast guard.
Pictured above are Orla Russell, John Foley and Mealla Fahey.
The Towers, Ballysaggartmore DISCOVER the folly of Arthur Kiely Usher, just two miles from Lismore on the Ballyduff road, it’s a magical place for you to explore. The Towers are getting a facelift, work has commenced on the fabulous Towers at Ballysaggartmore, all the pathways have been cleared and new benches and seating will be going in over the coming weeks. Orla Russell former town councillor who has been working on this project for the last year has been taking a look at the works and commented "this is a fabulous amenity for the area, a hidden treasure for all to use, it is fantastic to see the waterfall again after so many years of it being covered up". Orla has been lobbing the Council over the last year to have the work carried out and has worked with Mealla Fahey of Lismore Heritage Company on this project. Lismore Heritage Company run a series of nature trails at The Towers each year as part of their school tours programme and with the assistance of Council Overseer John Foley, and the Council team, have just completed work on the first permanent orienteering course for County Waterford at the
Towers. Ms. Fahey stated "we are delighted that the council are putting so much work into making the Towers a place for all to enjoy, it is an added attraction to compliment the tourism development of the area, undertaken by Lismore Heritage Company and Lismore Tidy Towns and other community organisations". Rose Ryall, Executive Conservation Officer at Waterford City and County Council has been up to the Towers to advise on the works to be carried out to the actual buildings of the Gate Lodge and The Towers. Noel Healy, former Town Engineer started the works before leaving the Lismore area for Dungarvan. The two bridges are being replaced and new benches, picnic tables will be in place for all to enjoy over the summer months. The history of Ballysaggartmore Towers is told as part of the "Lismore Experience" an audio visual presentation available at the newly renovated Lismore Heritage Centre, The Courthouse Building, Lismore. For further information contact the staff of Lismore Heritage Centre on 058-54975; www.discoverlismore.com
Arts Summer School Bursaries Awarded WATERFORD City & County Council’s Arts Office has announced details of the successful recipients for various artistic summer schools 2014. In receipt of a bursary for the Drama League of Ireland Summer School, at the University of Limerick is Declan Finn from Dawn Players, Kilmeaden. The recipients of the writing bursaries to the
Molly Keane Writers Retreat Week in Ardmore are Mary McCarthy, Tallow and Wendy Livingston, Tallow. The recipient of assistance towards attending the Irish Youth Choir Summer programme is Neil Dunne, Tramore.The bursary to the National Youth Orchestra of Ireland Summer School is awarded to Conor Douris, Tramore.
David Barron, Cappoquin is attending the Blas Traditional Irish Summer School at UL. Róisín Ní Shíthigh, Tramore is supported to attend the residential dance course at NUI Maynooth. Margaret Organ, Arts Officer said that they were pleased to support these bursaries and acknowledged the Arts Council’s input into these awards.
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Local Enterprise Office to host event for trading online voucher scheme Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2014 WATERFORD City & County Council’s Arts Office is pleased to announce that the winner of the Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2014 is Anne Marie Kennedy, from Craughwell, Co. Galway, with a short story titled ‘A Modest Matter’. As a mature student, she was awarded a First in her Undergraduate degree in English Literature and Celtic Civilization from NUI Galway, where she is currently enrolled in the MA in Writing. She has been published in ROPES 2014, Blackheart Magazine, 433, The Colony, The Galway Review and Irish Central. She has work forthcoming in The Shop. Anne Marie has won prizes for 'on stage and on page' poetry and qualified at the Cúirt Poetry Grand Slam to perform at Electric Picnic. She won the GRCC Flash Fiction Competition, 'This is a Story,' in April. ‘A Modest Matter’ is the seventeenth winner of the Molly Keane Creative Writing Award run by the Arts Office with support from the Arts Council and by kind permission of the Keane family. The winner read her winning story at a presentation ceremony during the IMMRAMA Festival, Lismore and was presented with prize money of €500 and a scroll by Molly Keane’s daughter Virginia Brownlow.
THE Trading Online Voucher scheme is designed to help small companies access the opportunities open to them through trading online. This will help companies in Waterford City and County to access new markets so that they can grow and create more jobs. Anike Tyrrell of the Local Enterprise Office in Dungarvan emphasises the importance of the vouchers, “This scheme has evolved from and improves on any of the website funding previously available. It matches the current requirements for modern websites including the need for promotion via adwords.”
The Local Enterprise Office (LEO) will be the key delivery partner working with the Department of Communications in implementing this scheme. Waterford LEO will play a critical role in ensuring the success of this scheme, which is designed to develop and grow existing and new business in their area of responsibility. Minister Rabbitte commented on the voucher scheme: “Far too much on-line business goes to suppliers from abroad. We want to ensure the companies who access government support to go online will get the most from it. We are working with the Local
THE Waterford Garden Trail have announced an Open Day featuring four gardens across Waterford City as the latest event in the 2014 Waterford Garden Trail Summer series. The Open Day is in aid of Waterford Alzheimer Society and will take place on Saturday, June 28th. The Waterford Garden Trail is a group of 15 garden locations spread across Waterford City and County. Its members include the majestic Mount Congreve, the iconic Lismore Castle and the grand surroundings of Curraghmore Demense. Four City garden owners have joined together to host a Visitor Day to raise vital
tion committee will meet in late July to decide on successful applicants, who will be informed in writing in late July and should not begin before receiving this letter as applying is not a guarantee of success. There are only 50 places available for this event so even though the event is free, booking using the expression of interest form is essential. For more information or to collect your expression of interest form please contact your Local Enterprise Office at 32 the Mall in Waterford City or the Civic Offices in Dungarvan. Alternatively you can email info@leo.waterfordcouncil.ie
funds for Waterford Alzheimer Society. Follow the Waterford City Garden Trail around four intimate town properties on Saturday, June 28th from 2.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. Meander from garden to garden and enjoy the beautiful surrounds of well planted plots full of colour and fragrance. Rest with a cuppa, invest in some plants to take home or pick up some garden photography tips from the Waterford Camera Club. Margaret Power, from Abbey Road Gardens in Ferrybank presents her secluded three quarter acre garden with mature trees, unusual perennials, shrubs,
The Waterford Garden Trail have announced an Open Day featuring four gardens across a City Garden Trail, as the latest event in the 2014 Summer events series. The Open Day is in aid of Waterford Alzheimer Society and will take place on Saturday, June 28th. For details see www.waterfordgardentrail.com
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from 8.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. An expression of Interest form is available from your Local Enterprise Office in Waterford and Dungarvan. Attendance at this information morning is mandatory for your digital voucher application. The Information morning will include items such as targeting customers on line, search engine optimisation and social media marketing. The Digital voucher process is competitive and there are €62,500 worth of vouchers available in Waterford for this Pilot phase. Applications will be processed during June and July. An evalua-
Waterford Gardens open for one day trail in aid of Waterford Alzheimer Society
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Enterprise Office to up-skill their personnel. We are helping them understand how digital impacts on logistics, marketing, search engine optimisation, payments and other aspects of small business. This will help to ensure mentors and staff in each LEO will be well geared up to guide applicant companies all over Ireland to use the investment wisely, grow their businesses, start exporting and ultimately increase employment” As part of the National Digital Strategy, on Thursday, 26th, June the Local Enterprise Office is hosting a free Digital Voucher Information morning in Dungarvan Enterprise Centre,
The Waterford Garden Trail have announced an Open Day featuring four gardens across a City Garden Trail, as the latest event in the 2014 Summer events series. The Open Day is in aid of Waterford Alzheimer Society and will take place on Saturday, June 28th. For details see www.waterfordgardentrail.com
water features and small woodland area. Refreshments will be available as well as bric-abrac sales and a raffle. The garden of Brendan and Breda Knox at 2 Ormonde Crescent, in Lismore Park hosts plenty of rare and unusual plants. Refreshments and plants will be on sale all afternoon. Paddy & Mary Tobin of ‘Riverside’ Lower, Gracedieu have a large extensively planted space with many rare plants and-
will have members of the Waterford Camera Club on hand to give tips on how to capture the perfect garden photograph. Jim and Paula Heenan from ‘Sanmichele’, Newtown Park have a wonderful garden resplendent with colourful planting and river views. Admission only €5 per garden. Call Margaret on 087 2209026 for further information and directions. Read all about Waterford Alzheimer Society
www.alzheimer.ie or call the national helpline on 1800 341 341. This event is one of a series of Summer events for the Waterford Garden Trail 2014. A variety of garden talks, tours and demonstrations across the fifteen different trail gardens are on offer until August 24th. Details of these events are available on the Waterford Garden Trail website www.waterfordgardentrail.c om
Gracedieu Volunteer Day WOULD you like to spend some time helping out at a nature reserve? Then come along to the Native Woodland Trust’s volunteer day on Saturday, 28th June from 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. at our Gracedieu Reserve. The Native Woodland Trust is an environmental charity dedicated to the protection of Ireland’s rare, native and ancient woodland. The Trust achieves this by setting up woodland reserves around the country, such as our Gracedieu Reserve. This reserves network allows the Trust to protect existing woodland as well as plant new native woodland for the future. Part of the work we do involves running educational and fun events for our members and the public to encourage more people to use their local woodlands. The Gracedieu site is a beautiful place to spend the day, bordered by the River Suir on one side and the Waterford and Suir Valley Heritage Railway on the other. On this volunteer day we will be checking on our young trees that we planted earlier this year and last year.We will fix any tree guards that have blown over and remove any grass growing inside the guards to ensure our young trees are getting the light they need.This volunteer day will be suitable for families. It will be ideal for kids to get involved as there will be no heavy duty tasks. The meeting point for this event will be at 11.00 a.m. at the NWT Gracedieu Community Woodland Reserve. For a map and further details please check our website www.nativewoodlandtrust.ie or the events section of our Facebook page. This event will run from 11.00 a.m. until 1.00 p.m. and all are welcome. For more details please contact Rebecca at rebecca.doyle@nativewoodlandtrust.ie or on 0879619083.
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Immrama Festival of Travel Writing Jan Rotte from Immrama Festival Committee pictured with speaker Charlie Bird at the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing. [David Clynch Photography] Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is Gerry and Patricia McGarry of CareMed Direct and Tony Dow of FDI. [Patrick Browne]
Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is author Allannah Hopkin and author Paul Clements who launched his new book ‘Romancing Ireland’ at the 2014 Festival and lead the panel discussion on the topic of his new book, ‘Richard Hayworth'. [Patrick Browne]
Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is Veronica Troy of Bonnies Bouquets, Expedition leader and Immrama Presenter Michael Whelan and author and Immrama Presenter Alan Murphy who launched his new book at the 2014 festival. [Patrick Browne]
Niamh Glavin and Betty O'Grady, both from Lismore, pictured at the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing literary breakfast at Ballyrafter House, Lismore. [David Clynch Photography]
Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is Paud O’Reilly from the Immrama Committee, with Donald and Mrs. Brady. Historian Donald presented a full house talk at the 2014 festival. [Patrick Browne]
Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is Mary Houlihan, Waterford County Tourism Officer, Eimear Whittle Failte Ireland, Graham and Helen Farrow of Cavendish Computing.
Karolina and Leonardo Maxwell from Dungarvan pictured at the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing literary breakfast at Ballyrafter House, Lismore. [David Clynch Photography]
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Alan O'Callaghan and Rachel Owens, both from Lismore, pictured at the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing literary breakfast at Ballyrafter House, Lismore. [David Clynch Photography]
Pictured in Lismore at the Immrama Festival of Travel writing is Johnny Troy of Bonnies Bouquets, author Diana Gleadhill who launched her book at Immrama 2014, Michael McMonagle who launched his book at the 2014 Festival and Patricia Gleadhill. [Patrick Browne]
Helen and Graham Farrow, both from Lismore, pictured at the Immrama Lismore Festival of Travel Writing literary breakfast at Ballyrafter House, Lismore. [David Clynch Photography]
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I n t h e C o u r t s … Bench warrant
issued for man who failed to appear in court
L i s m o re D i s t r i c t C o u r t & Dungarvan District Court ADDRESSES - Addresses in Court stories are given to us by the Courts Service, who in turn receive them from the Gardaí. Any error in an address, where the address of the defendant is not updated, rests solely with the system and the address cannot be changed by the Dungarvan Observer.
A MAN who failed to appear in court last week had a bench warrant issued for his arrest. William Ward (21) with an address at 21 St. Catherine Grange, Waterford, is accused of alleged theft from Walsh’s Garage, Lemybrien, on 25th June, 2013. There was no appearance by the accused
when his case was called at last week’s Dungarvan District Court and solicitor, David Burke, said he was not in contact with the accused. There was no valid reason for the accused’s absence. Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for the accused’s arrest.
Patrick Murphy, Murphy’s Toyshop; Martina McGrath and Dermot Arnold, Bank of Ireland at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Prison sentence for Dungarvan man who went on the rampage in Lismore A DUNGARVAN man who went on the rampage in the quiet West Waterford town of Lismore, causing criminal damage to vehicles, assaulting a person, and later causing criminal damage to a prison cell by smearing excrement on the walls, was handed a term of imprisonment last week. Wayne Ducey (20) formerly of 85 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, but now with an address at 9 Bothar Mochuda, Lismore, pleaded guilty to four counts of
criminal damage to vehicles parked in Lismore, on 31st May, 2014; and criminal damage at Dungarvan Garda Station later that night. He also pleaded guilty to assault, contrary to Section 2 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act, in Lismore on the same date. Outlining the events at last week’s Lismore District Court, Inspector John Mulligan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused was observed walking near Main Street, Lismore, at 1.40 a.m. on the date in question, when he threw an unknown article
at a parked vehicle, smashing the windscreen. Insp. Mulligan said there was then an altercation, where the accused walked across the road and exchanged words with a group of people. “The accused struck one of the people, a male, on the head, knocking his glasses off,” said Insp. Mulligan. He said Ducey then continued onto Chapel Street and caused damage to several other parked vehicles. Insp. Mulligan said that while at Dungarvan Garda Station, Ducey smeared excrement over the doors
and walls of the prison cell in which he was being detained. “The cell had to be professionally cleaned at a cost of €200,” said Insp. Mulligan. The total cost of damage (vehicles and prison cell) caused by Ducey amounted to €1,390. The court heard that Ducey has 23 previous convictions, the last of which was imposed at Dungarvan District Court on 12th March, 2014 where Ducey received a jail sentence of two months, suspended on a Section 99 bond for one year, for an offence of using threaten-
ing, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 24th November, 2013. Solicitor Niall King said his client pleads guilty to the charges of criminal damage and assault in Lismore. The case was adjourned to a special sitting of Dungarvan District Court last Monday week, for the Judge to obtain details of the terms of the suspended sentence previously imposed on Ducey. At the court on Monday, Judge Finn was informed that as part of the terms of the suspended sentence,
Ducey was to be of good behaviour and keep the peace for one year. The offences in Lismore on 31st May, 2014, were committed during that period of suspended sentence. Mr. King said his client “was very drunk” on the night in question and had some personal difficulties. “He lives at home with his mother. My client apologises for his behaviour on the night. He has pleaded guilty at the first opportunity,” said Mr. King. Judge Finn said he was seeing “similarities” in the accused’s offending and for that reason he activated the suspended jail sentence of
two months. On top of that, he imposed a consecutive jail term of six months for the assault charge in Lismore. In relation to the criminal damage charges of the parked vehicles and the prison cell, Judge Finn imposed a six month prison term on each of those charges, concurrent with each other, but consecutive to the six month jail term imposed on the assault charge - a total of 14 months imprisonment. Recognisance was fixed in the event of an appeal of the decision.
Judge refuses jurisdiction in case THE District Judge has refused jurisdiction in a case of alleged assault causing harm. John Ahern (34) with an address at Graigue, Aglish, is
accused of alleged assault causing harm and allegedly producing an article in the course of a dispute, at Graigue, Aglish, on 7th September, 2013.
At last week’s Lismore District Court, Inspector John Mulligan gave an outline of the allegations to Judge Terence Finn. Judge Finn then refused
jurisdiction on both charges. He adjourned the case to 11th July, 2014, for the preparation and service of a Book of Evidence.
Farmer fined for failing to lodge income tax returns
Catriona Connery, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Paul Ryan, Forcelink and Terese McDermott, Hands On Events at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises.
A LISMORE farmer who failed to lodge income tax returns was fined last week. Niall O’Brien, with an address at Shrough, Lismore, was prosecuted at last week’s Lismore District Court by the Revenue Commissioners, for failing to lodge income tax returns on 31st October, 2011. Judge Terence Finn was told that the accused pleaded guilty to the charge and has no previous convictions. Inspector John Mulligan, acting on
behalf of State Prosecutor, Frank W. Hutchinson, said the accused has filed his returns and matters are now in order. Insp. Mulligan informed Judge Finn that the maximum fine for such an offence is €3,000, which cannot be mitigated to any less than €750. Solicitor Mary Ronayne said her client has a small farm with up to 25 sheep. Ms. Ronayne said the accused’s wife looks after the accounts and when her sister became ill, she
‘dropped the ball’ in relation to the accounts. Ms. Ronayne said her client would need time to pay any fine imposed. Judge Finn took into account that the tax matters were resolved and returns were made, and the accused has no previous convictions. On imposing the statutory penalty of €3,000, he mitigated the fine to €750, allowing the accused six months to pay, or ten days imprisonment in default of payment.
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Fine imposed for dangerously defective vehicle A DUNGARVAN man was fined last week for driving a dangerously defective vehicle. Peter Keenan (23) with an address at 1 Wolfe Tone Road, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to driving a dangerously defective vehicle at Mary Street, Dungarvan, on 14th November, 2013. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Sergeant Mark Allen said the accused’s vehicle was observed at Mary Street, on the date in question. The car was seized and Gardaí noted that the steering was loose and the tyres were bald.
“The vehicle was defective at the time,” said Sgt. Allen. Solicitor David Burke said his client has put matters right with the vehicle and an NCT certificate was presented in court. The court heard that Keenan has 35 previous convictions, nine of which relate to road traffic matters. Mr. Burke said his client has “dramatically changed his ways” and the vehicle was put through the NCT when it was returned from the Gardaí. Judge Finn handed down a €300 fine for the charge of driving a dangerously defective vehicle.
Jurisdiction refused in case JURISDICTION was refused in a case of alleged assault causing harm last week. Thomas Feeney (33) with an address at Ballydorgan, Fermoy, Cork, is accused of two
charges of alleged assault causing harm at Churchview, Ballyduff Upper, on 20th October, 2013. At last week’s Lismore District Court, Inspector John Mulligan gave an
outline of the allegations to Judge Terence Finn. Judge Finn then refused jurisdiction in the case and adjourned the case to 11th July, 2014, for the preparation and service of a Book of Evidence.
Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Michael Walsh, Chief Executive Officer, Waterford City and County Council; Christine O'Donovan, President and Colette Bannon, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber at the Chamber's AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Temporary transfer of licence granted to Lismore House Hotel
Martina and John Kelly, John Kelly School of Motoring with Louise Clarke and Lucy Whelan, Nude Food at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
A TEMPORARY transfer of a licence was granted to the Lismore House Hotel, at last week’s Lismore District Court. An application to have the liquor licence transferred was made by an Oliver Nolan, who is involved in running the Beresford Hotel in Dublin. According to a barrister acting on behalf of Mr. Nolan, the transfer of licence was from a Thomas O’Rourke into Mr. Nolan’s name. Mr. Nolan’s company has signed a ten year lease to run the Lismore House Hotel. The barrister told Judge Terence Finn that the client, Mr. Nolan, is entitled to trade as a hotelier and has experience in the licensing trade.
She said Mr. Nolan is one of 13 children and he is involved in running the Beresford Hotel in Dublin. She said Mr. Nolan’s company has taken out the lease on the Lismore House Hotel for ten years. The application at court was for a temporary transfer of the licence for Lismore House Hotel into Mr. Nolan’s name, and he intends to carry on the business of the hotel. The barrister said Mr. Nolan would be back before the annual licensing court to confirm the transfer of the licence. There was no Garda objection to the transfer of licence and Judge Finn granted the application.
Speeding and road traffic prosecutions A DRIVER had her speeding charge adjourned to allow her to make a donation to the court poor box. Donna Wall, with an address at 53 Poplar Drive, Carrig an Ard, Waterford, failed to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after her vehicle was detected travelling at a speed of 71 km/h in a 60 km/h zone at Lemybrien on 12th October, 2013. The case was adjourned to 8th October, 2014, to allow the accused to gather €200 for the court poor box. A DRIVER who paid a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out. Claire Phelan (23) with an address at 29 Riverview, Kilmacthomas, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to exceeding the speed limit at Cooltubrid West,
Kilmacthomas, on 30th June, 2013. The court heard that the accused did not receive the fixed charge notice for the offence and the case was adjourned to allow for a donation to be made to the court poor box. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was told that the €200 donation was paid, and he struck out the speeding charge. A DRIVER detected speeding was found to have no insurance cover. Peter Mulligan (39) with an address at 2 Parnell Row, Granard, Longford, was fined €300 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for not having insurance cover when stopped by Gardaí at Newtown, Kilmacthomas, on 10th August, 2013. There was no disqualification as the accused has no previous convictions. The court heard that the
accused was detected driving a vehicle at 121 km/h in a 100 km/h on the date in question. The speeding charge was struck out when the accused made a €200 donation to the court poor box. A charge of failing to produce insurance was marked proven and taken into consideration. A WOMAN who was given the opportunity to have a speeding charge struck out if she made a donation failed to do so and ended up with a conviction. Joanne Whittle Power (26) with an address at 7 Marian Terrace, Dunmore East, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge notice, which issued after her vehicle was detected travelling at 120 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Monameen, Dungarvan, on 24th
October, 2013. The case was heard at a previous sitting of the District Court, where the accused said she did not receive the fixed charge notice. The case was adjourned to allow her to make a €200 donation to the court poor box. However, at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn noted the accused did not take up the opportunity and marked the speeding conviction against her, also fining her €200. A DRIVER who said he did not receive a fixed charge notice for a speeding offence had his case adjourned for a donation. Peter Byrne, with an address at Briska Lower, Lemybrien, pleaded guilty to exceeding the 60 km/h speed limit on the N25 at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 14th October, 2013. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court,
Judge Terence Finn was told that the registered owner of the vehicle was the accused’s wife, who nominated her husband as the driver on the date in question. Sergeant Mark Allen said the accused did not receive any fixed charge notice after being nominated as the driver. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 10th September, 2014, to allow the accused to gather a €200 donation for the court poor box. He indicated if the donation is paid, the case will be dealt with leniently. A DRIVER who made a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out. John Delaney, with an address at 11 St. Peter’s Drive, Green Hills, Dublin 12, failed to pay a fixed charge notice after his vehicle was detected exceeding the 60 km/h
speed limit on the N25 at Garranbane, Dungarvan, on 14th October, 2013. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, the accused told Judge Terence Finn that he received the fixed charge notice, but was not able to pay it because his bank card had been swiped and his bank account cleared. Judge Finn said he would treat the matter as a “lost opportunity” to deal with the fixed charge notice, due to the accused’s circumstances. He noted the accused travelled all the way from Dublin to deal with the matter. A €200 donation to the court poor box was sought, which was paid by the accused. Judge Finn then struck out the speeding charge. A DRIVER will have a speeding charge struck out if he makes a donation to the court poor box.
Patrick Hannon, with an address at St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth, Kildare, pleaded guilty to driving at 87 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on the N25 at Windgap, Dungarvan, on 22nd August, 2013. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Garda James Maher told Judge Terence Finn that he stopped the vehicle in question and the accused apologised, saying he did not realise the speed. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said the accused accepted the speed and told the court he did not receive the fixed charge notice. Judge Finn noted the address which was on record and said it may have not been definitive enough to allow the postal authorities to deliver the fixed charge notice. He adjourned the case to 10th September, 2014, to allow the accused to make a €200 donation to the court poor box.
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Frank Colbert, co-writer of ‘The Forgotten Legends,’ writes from South Africa …
World Cup Tales POPE FRANCIS’ MESSAGE! In his recent message to the world on Brazilian television, Pope Francis reminded us that the world’s most popular sport can promote peace and solidarity by teaching the importance of fair play, team work as well as respect and honour for opponents, in addition to working hard to reach our goals. Having personally experienced, here in South Africa, how World Cup 2010 brought together so many people of different race, colour and creed, I couldn’t agree more. WORLD CUP 2014 PREDICTION Despite Uruguay’s initial defeat in their first game in Brazil 2014, the following statistics would appear to suggest that Uruguay may have a real chance of winning World Cup 2014 :(a) Brazil were winners in 1970 and 1994, 1970 + 1994 = 3964. (b) Argentina were winners in 1978 and 1986, 1978 + 1986 = 3964. (c) West Germany were winners in 1974 and 1990, 1974 + 1990 = 3964. Because Uruguay originally won it in 1950, therefore 1950 + 2014 = 3964! Watch this space! THE MADAGASCAR TONGUE- TWISTERS In the nineties television viewers surely chuckled at times when pundits struggled with the fact that the English team contained both Hoddle and Waddle? However, on 5th May, 2001, many football commentators around the world heaved a sigh of relief after hearing that our neighbouring African country Madagascar narrowly failed to qualify for World Cup 2002.The source of their joy and relief was the fact that they now realised that for the coming tournament they wouldn’t have to struggle with pronouncing the following names in the lineout :Raharison, Radafison, R a k o t o n b r a b e , R a d o n o m a h a , Ratsimihalona, Randr iamarozaka, R a n d r i a n a i v o , Randrianoelison, Razafindrakoto, Rasoanaivo and Ralison. If Madagascar did qualify one can only imagine, with much amusement, the resulting pronouncements emanating from Eamonn Dunphy on one of those evenings when he is apparently slurring his words after a hard night on the tiles the previous night?
The contrast with the easily pronounced names of Brazilian players down through the year such as Edu, Vava, Didi, Pele, Zico, etc., could not be greater. THE YEAR ENGLAND FELT REALLY ‘PICKLED’ Incidentally, when England captain Bobby Moore lifted the world cup trophy at Wembley on 30th July, 1966, he wasn’t the first Englishman to do so that same year. Over four months earlier a light-fingered thief had already lifted the trophy at the Central Hall in Westminster where it was on display. As a result it can be claimed, with tongue in cheek, that England became the only country to have both lost and won the trophy in the same year despite the fact that the competition is held only every four years. As a result of this startling theft there was therefore considerable embarrassment on the part of England’s football hierarchy, especially when it was realised that the same trophy had survived the Nazis during World War 11 while it was hidden under the bed of Italian Vice-President Ottorino Barassi! Amazingly, one week after the theft of the trophy, it was discovered by a small terrier dog named Pickles under a holly bush in a public park in south London, while he was being taken for ‘walkies’ by his owner David Corbett. Shortly afterwards Corbett received an award of 5,000 pounds sterling, surely enough to keep the lucky Pickles in chocolate covered biscuits for the rest of his life? Interestingly, this lump sum was five times as much as the bonus paid to each of the England players after they won the World Cup four months later! Tragically, however, over five years later poor old Pickles’ life came to a sudden tragic end when, while in pursuit of a cat, he unfor-
England’s Jimmy Greaves.
tunately hanged himself on his own lead on the branches of a tree. GREAVES’ FAMOUS “DRIBBLE!” The prolific English striker of the sixties Jimmy Greaves went on to score a hugely impressive 401 goals in 573 games for club and country including 6 hattricks for England. He scored in his debut games, not only for England at different levels, but also for his four different clubs. In the words of respected journalist at the time Geoffrey Green: “Jimmy Greaves scores goals with the ease of a man closing a Rolls Royce door. “ However, his bad luck in World Cup tournaments suggests that there was a hodoo on him. During the 1966 competition in England he was unable to recover his place after being injured in a first round game against France. Despite his remarkable scoring record and being fit again for the final against West Germany, manager Alf Ramsey decided against changing a winning team. Definite rumours exist to this very day that Greaves’ ongoing problem with alcoholism for decades after his retirement was precipitated by the fact that his replacement Geoff Hurst went on to score a memorable hat-trick in the victorious final. However, with his typical definite sense of humour ‘Greavesy’ likes to recall another World Cup incident which further supports his suspicion of this personal hodoo in similar Cup tournaments. During a game in Chile 1962 against Brazil, in contrast to Greaves’ own ineffective performance, the star of the game was the Brazilian right winger Garrincha who found the back of the net twice. Early in the game a stray black mongrel dog entered on to the pitch. While quickly maintaining “a holding role” in midfield, the canine made a number of disorientated diagonal runs ‘off the ball’ and led a posse of star players on both teams and ball-boys a merry dance. Not untypical of the English team’s performance, goalkeeper Ron Springett caught the dog but failed to hold him on the edge of the penalty area, much to the amusement of the Brazilian fans. On another occasion the mutt achieved what no English player succeeded in doing by side-stepping the master-dribbler of the wing Garrincha.
Eventually, near the centre circle, Greaves resorted to getting down on all fours before eye-balling the dog and quickly scooping him up and carrying him in his arms to the touchline accompanied by thunderous applause. However, it was only then that he felt some wet and smelly liquid soaking his prized England shirt, much to his discomfort. Forty years later Greavesy recalled with much amusement and a little frustration: ‘I smelt so bad it was awful. I should have scored a hattrick for England because no defender could come near me, but sadly we lost by 2-1 thanks to Garrincha’s two goals.’ It was bad enough being beaten by Brazil but I hadn’t expected to be also pi**ed on by a Chilean mutt! Apparently, Garrincha was so amused that he adopted the dog as a mascot, and having brought him home, he duly christened him Jimmy Greaves! THE BELO HORIZONTO DEBACLE Prior to 1950 England boycotted the World Cup. Being the country that originally invented football, their superior attitude was that they were the best in the world and why should they have to prove it to anyone? Little did they anticipate the monumental banana skin that awaited them in Belo Horizonto, Brazil, during their first game in the 1950 World Cup tournament. The England squad in those days contained some of the best players in the world such as Billy Wright, Tom Finney, Stanley Matthews and Wilf Mannion.Their USA opponents contained only one professional player, their Glaswegian captain Eddie McIlvenney. Also, among the humble USA team was a dishwasher, a teacher, a hearse driver, a failed accountant and a blacksmith.Three American players still didn’t even have USA citizenship, including their Haitain-born forward Gaetjens, and the cock-ahoop England team duly arrived at the stadium minutes before the kick-off. Despite England’s many missed chances in the subsequent game, USA ran out winners by 1-0, thanks to a misdirected shot from Bahr (the teacher) which was headed in by Gaetjens (the dishwasher)! Back in England the press treated the result with typical disdain and disbelief and one newspaper even went to press
with the scoreline of 10-1 to England. The New York Times at first dismissed the result as a wind-up and refused to report it. Fourteen years later Gaetjens returned home to live in his native Haiti where he was strongly opposed to the tyrannical rule of the notorious President ‘Papa Doc’ Duvalier. Not long afterwards he was abducted by Papa Doc’s ruthless and vicious secret police. Subsequently, definite rumours exist that he is one of 30,000 citizens murdered by the dictatorial President’s henchmen. THE ‘HAND OF GOD’ Whenever one mentions Argentina 1986, the reaction of typical English fans is one of revulsion while they immediately recall Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal. What they also prefer to ignore while recalling this incident is the fact that the diminutive Maradona, who was about ten inches shorter than the six foot two inches tall goalkeeper Shilton, succeeded in beating him to the high ball as he punched it into the empty net. However, in view of their team’s subsequent defeat at the hands of the future World Champions, the English surely simultaneously choose to conveniently forget his ‘Goal of the Century’ when the same player soon waltzed around five English defenders before duly placing the ball in the net. While the Argentine star player regularly claims to be the greatest player in the world with his 293 goals in 582 games for club and country, I believe that Pele’s record of 1281 goals in 1363
An unimpressed Jimmy Greaves (far right) after the final whistle in World Cup 1966 final with an impassionate Alf Ramsey still glued to his seat. games for club and country places him firmly in top position. Also, Maradona’s reputation is tainted with a 15 month cocaine ban and various misdeeds, such as being withdrawn from Argentina’s squad in USA 1994 for being pumped up with five kinds of ephedrine. In contrast, Pele is a tireless worker for UNICEF, has won an International Peace award and at the time of his retirement he was Brazil’s ambassador to the United Nations. THEY THINK IT IS ALL OVER … Undoubtedly England fans can bemoan the fact that during South Africa 2010 the obstinate Sepp Blatter had not installed goal-line technology to pick up Frank Lampard’s shot against Germany. However, they surely once again
“Palm Sunday” – Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal during Argentina 1986.
choose to ignore the fact that with an eventual convincing full-time scoreline of 4-1 it surely would have not altered the result. At the same time it would appear that maybe these same supporters can be grateful that no similar technology was present at Wembley during the final in 1966 when West Ham United striker Hurst scored a very dubious goal against West Germany, which was subsequently vital in securing England their only World Cup victory to date? At the final whistle the well known BBC commentator Kenneth Wolstenholme uttered the now famous statement “They think it is all over …” – words which surely could apply to the reaction of the England fans and players with reference to the ball as it rebounded down onto the goalline from the West German crossbar. Because the Swiss referee Gottfield Dienst wasn’t in a position to see the action, the home players and fans were extremely fortunate to get a positive reaction from the Russian linesman Tofic Bakhramov who himself wasn’t appropriately located to give a realistic ruling. A German newspaper the following day stated: ‘We lost 2-2,’ and in Scotland for many years later, discrediting England’s victory became a national sport. ABSENT PLAYERS Great players who have never played in a World Cup tournament include George Best, Alfredo di Stefano, Ryan Giggs, Jim Baxter, Kenny Dalglish and Ian Rush as well as Ireland’s Johnny Giles,Tony Dunne, Liam Brady and Charlie Hurley.
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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .
Afraid to be Christian? ONE has to have great sympathy for senior judges in this country who are represented as being so weak willed, vulnerable and so easily influenced that they must be protected from all possible influence. This is certainly suggested by the furore caused by a Fianna Fail TD sending a letter to the Judge hearing the case of a man accused and convicted of serious drug offences. The TD, also the Fianna Fail Justice Spokesman, Niall Collins was clearly wrong to have sent, privately or otherwise, a letter directly to a Judge suggesting a particular course. However, little credit is being given to the Judge for being able to resist the temptation to do the TD’s bidding, with the clear inference being that the Judge will immediately bow to the wishes of the TD. In modern parlance ‘judges don’t do bowing’. Our judges are far more resilient than that. Even in our worst days of the Northern Troubles when the Special Criminal Court was in full swing, judges were regularly threatened and received the vilest of post, occasionally with a bullet enclosed. So, with their education and training, not to mention a fair degree of intellectual ability, I think we can trust them not to be over-influenced by a mild letter from a member of the Oireachtas. Naturally, it would have been much wiser and proper had the letter not been sent at all, but having outlined the integrity and suitability of the Judges above, would it be expecting too much that they be able to make up their own minds. Neither should we lose sight of the fact that drug dealing and the misery it can inflict must be one of the worst crimes
against the community today and should not, under any circumstances, be tolerated. Amidst all the condemnations of Deputy Collins and the deploring of his effrontery to have a letter requesting mitigation presented in open court, two journalists broke with their colleagues and praised the Deputy. Sarah Carey, writing in the Sunday Independent asked: “What is his crime? He asked for clemency for a convict. He asked for mercy for the four innocent children who’d lost their mother and face the prospect of their father being jailed. Poor Mr. Collins took pity on this family. “And God love him he didn’t realise that what he did, even if it was legal, ethical, transparent, and entirely above board, would enrage the cold-hearted misery guts that appoint themselves judge and jury of the political class. “The same crowd who berated the Priests for reading sinners from the altar now read a legitimately elected TD from their altars online and on air for behaving in a truly Christian spirit and asking for mercy. Concluding, she said that she wanted “a country where mercy is a quality bravely practiced and lauded by everybody, including the political class. And if Collins does become a future Minister for Justice, I hope he will carry those instincts with him.The country will be the better for it.” In the Independent, John Drennan invoked the Parable of the Good Samaritan to shed some light on his views. “In a political system where there are far more pharisees than Samaritans,” he wrote last Sunday, “one would have thought the decision by the Fianna Fail justice
spokesperson Niall Collins to engage in a similar act of mercy would have attracted universal praise. “We are, of course, saying that ironically, in the current great age of the pharisees any act of simple humanity is fraught with danger. “This certainly was the case when it came to the decision by Collins to appeal for clemency on behalf of the father of four young children who had been convicted of a drugs offence. “This was no normal case, for the mother of the children had committed suicide earlier that year.The children faced being taken into care. “In the subsequent furore the claim by Collins that his "decision was based solely on compassion and concern for the four children'' who did not even reside in his constituency was, in the arid age of ethics, no defence. “Instead the consensus amongst our ethical pharisees was that Mr. Collins should not have lifted a finger, or uttered a syllable to defend the interests of four traumatised children. “Niall Collins as his milk-and-water leader noted, last week, may have broken a couple of technical rules, but, he acted with a purer heart than his censorious, quibbling detractors. “As for the chief of those, Mr. Kenny, the whole fandango suggests that under 'Dear Leader' Enda, charity and pity are confined to acts of the past rather than the present.” We pride ourselves on being a Christian country, but unfortunately too many of us have forgotten what it is to be truly Christian. Maybe we are too busy being Catholic instead!
Let’s get 2016 right WITH the Centenary of the 1916 Rising less than two years away, arrangements must be well advanced by the Government for what will be the most important commemoration in the history of the State. This will be a celebration of Ireland’s persistent fight for freedom since the Norman Invasion eight and a half centuries ago and of the Rising itself which not alone triggered the final push towards nationhood, but also caused the first cracks to appear in the British Empire. There will be heads of state, dignitaries from the main Churches, diplomatic delegations and numerous of the great and the good worldwide, all of whom will get their envelopes with the gold harp embossed in good time. But what of the families of those three thousand or so volunteers who fought that Easter week ninety-eight years ago? Where will they fit in to the Government’s plans? They do not know and suspect that the Government does not yet know yet either. But they fear that they, as the tangible link to those freedom fighters, will be left behind and not fully recognised at the historic ceremonies. As a result, according to the Irish Independent last week, the Easter Rising relatives have formed a new association to push the Government to meet their demands for the centenary celebrations in 2016.
According to Clodagh Sheehy’s report, they are angry that none of them has been consulted in any way about what the Government has planned to mark the 100th anniversary of the Rising, nor have they been offered invitations to any centenary events. More than 150 people, all with relatives who took part in the Rising, gathered in Wynn’s Hotel in Dublin city centre and officially formed the Relatives of 1916 Association. Dave Kilmartin, one of the founders of the group, said: “We will now form a delegation to go to the Government before the summer recess and tell them what we want.” Mr Kilmartin, who had three relatives in the Rising, at the GPO, the Four Courts and the Mendicity Institution, which was known as The Mendo, added: “There has been no consultation with us at all. We don’t know whether or not we are getting invitations.” Outside of being the most important civic event, it is also one of the most sensitive and the Government at this stage should have made some moves to acknowledge the families involved. Of course, the finer detail has to be worked on, but some acknowledgement should have been made at this stage. Hopefully, the Taoiseach will set this right, meet with the Relatives’ Association and give recognition where it is most deserved.
Judge commends man for bravery in capturing burglar THE bravery and civic duty of a Co. Waterford man who chased and captured a burglar and tied him up, for handing over to the Gardai was highly commended by Judge Kevin Staunton in Waterford District Court, last week. The court compliment was extended to Paddy Gavin of Ballyhussa, Kilmacthomas, who pursued the thief in his jeep and recovered two stolen clocks.
The burglar attempted to escape but Aiden Gavin, the son of the injured party, arrived in a car and after a struggle on the road the thief was overpowered and tied up. Before the court was Patrick Veale (21) of Glendalligan, Leamybrien, who was sentenced to 10 months in prison for burglary and ten months concurrent for theft. Describing the burglary,
Inspector John Mulligan said the defendant was disturbed at 10.00 p.m. in the home of the elderly couple, Paddy and Mary Gavin, as he stole the two clocks. The couple were uninjured and the two clocks were found on the defendant’s person when he was apprehended. Solicitor Hilary Delahunty, defending, said his client was travelling with friends in a car and was put out of the vehicle
and he wandered into the house. He stole whatever came in front of him.When asked what he was doing in the house he said he was looking for directions and was told that Kilmac was 2 miles down the road. The man of the house followed him in a jeep and got out and grabbed hold of him and emptied his pockets. He recovered the two clocks and placed them on the bonnet
of the jeep. The defendant “wriggled” but the man’s son came and wrestled with him and tied him up and contacted the Gardai. The defendant was so intoxicated that he did not know where he was and was in no position to fight back. Mr. Delahunty added that his client lived with his grandmother and had a two year old son. Every few months he came to the attention of the Gardai
and had completed community service. Currently he was being accessed for a horticultural course, in Kildalton College and now looked an awful lot better and hoped to make a go of his life. Judge Staunton said the burglary was a traumatic experience for the elderly couple and he highly commended the bravery and civic duty of the people who apprehended the defendant.
‘Path of true love never runs smoothly’ - as man is fined for causing criminal damage to ex-partner’s vehicle “THE path of true love never runs smoothly”, it was stated in Waterford District Court, last week, when a Co. Waterford man admitted causing criminal damage to his ex-partner’s car and stealing five bags of her fire logs. Michael Harte (37) of No 11, Coolfin Meadow, Portlaw, pleaded guilty to puncturing tyres on the car of his ex-partner Catherine
Keane and stealing the firewood on the night of November 1st, 2013. Supt. Chris Delaney, Waterford, said the injured party reported the criminal damage and theft to the Gardai. She arrived home to find tyres on her car flat and the five bags of timber were gone. She suspected her expartner who had left the house because of some “dif-
ficulty”. Following an investigation the defendant was arrested and questioned and he accepted responsibility for the tyres and the fire logs were recovered. He carried out the crimes because of the broken relationship. He had previous convictions for road traffic offences. Solicitor Hilary Delahunty, defending, said
his client returned a key of the property to his ex-partner and he voluntarily paid her €200 compensation for the damaged tyres. In a general sense he was not somebody who came to the attention of the Gardai. There was a guilty plea, total co-operation with the Gardai when he was questioned and he paid full compensation. The couple had been liv-
ing together for 19 years and they had one child who was now 17 or 18 years of age. In March 2013 he left the family home. “The path of love never runs smoothly and their relationship was very volatile”, said Mr. Delaney. “She entered another relationship and he was staying in the house and had access to a shed at the property. When he found the shed
door locked it gave rise to bad blood.That was the difficulty but he will not be near the house again”. Judge Kevin Staunton noted that an undertaking had been given in court by the defendant to stay away from Catherine Keane and the house. A fine of €300 was imposed for causing criminal damage and the charge of sealing the fire wood was marked “taken
into consideration”. The Judge told the defendant that if there were ongoing difficulties and Catherine Keane received any further attention she could seek a Protection Order from the court. “Do not engage with her or approach her”, he warned. “If you come before the court again I will remember this case”.
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The Queen of the Sea contestants with Oisin Crowley, representing Youghal RNLI, Perkie Bear and Clodagh Heywood and Darren Johnston, 96 FM, at the launch of the annual Queen of the Sea 2014 Festival in Youghal which will be held on the 11th, 12th and 13th of July in aid of Childline and the RNLI. [John Hennessy]
Queen of the Sea Festival set to be Youghal’s best festival yet! YOUGHAL’S 2014 Queen of the Sea Festival was officially launched in brilliant sunshine at Farrell’s Summerfield Bar. This year’s Queens Selection climbed aboard Perkie bears “Pirate ship” to have their photos taken for the launch of the 2014 festival which will take place from the 11th – 13th July. Speaking at the launch, festival organiser Padraig Sheehan unveiled details of this year’s events which includes the fun, colour and spectacle of a "fun Mardi Gras night", for festival opening on Friday night.The lively “free Children’s Fancy Dress party takes place under the new umbrellas in Nealons
Quay, followed by a live open air concert with Galleon on the gig rig. Saturday will see the Food Festival officially opened by local Chef Mark Johnston where you can wander through the many food and craft stalls and treat yourself to some of the finest local produce to be found in the area. The kids can also join in the fun and enter the crab catching or the sand castle building competition all for free!! The more adventurous can test their skills on the rock climbing wall or try to stay on the rodeo bull. Saturday evening will see the crowning of the Queen of the sea followed by an open air concert with a
Garth Brookes Tribute band on the gig rig, followed by a spectacular Fireworks Display. Sunday is fun day with fun family races, a fun dog show, free bouncy castles, the wife carrying race and much more... ongoing update of events can be found on the Queen of the Sea Youghal Facebook page. Padraig also went on to explain how the festival supports two charities Childline and the local RNLI He then thanked all of the festival sponsors, including 96FM and Youghal Credit Union before handing the microphone to Sean Slattery from the RNLI. Sean explained that the lifeboat
service’s survival is immensely reliant on the support of local communities and that the RNLI needs €3m annually to stay afloat. Next to take the microphone was Elaine Murray from Childline who also explained that their organisation was completely dependent on the generosity of the local community and were delighted that the organisers had once again chosen Childline as one of the charities supported by the festival. Local TD Sandra McLellan also took to the podium and thanked the organisers and wished them good luck with this year’s festival, she went on to say that the
festival would be a much needed major boost to the local economy. Sandra also wished all the prospective Queens the best of luck in this year’s competition. Padraig concluded the speeches by thanking the Youghal Chamber of Tourism & Development who have supported the festival over the years, and also thanked Farrell’s Bar Summerfield, The Quays Bar, and Doyle’s Takeaway for the food and drink supplied on the night. He then invited everyone to come to Youghal for the weekend of the Queen of the sea festival where they will be treated to a truly remarkable free weekend of family fun.
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SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years old. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (4-7)
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COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping profes-sionals. 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.) SUMMER LAWN LANDSCAPING – Professional Landscaping and Garden Construction. Grass, Hedge and Tree Cutting, Scarifying and Lawn Laying. Planting of Shrubs, Hedges and Trees. Large and Small Maintenance Contracts undertaken. Construction of Sleeper Beds, Gravel Gardens, Paving, Decking, Concrete and Timber Fencing, Block and Brick Walls, Powerwashing, etc. Good quality work at a reasonable price. Phone: Eamonn (085) 7784335. (25-6)
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AGRI PRODUCTS – Silage Covers, Bale Wrap, Silo Bags, Silo Nets in stock. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry. Agents for Durapac Products. Contact: Lce. (087) 7994737. (25-6)
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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.) STRADBALLY AREA – 3 Bedroom Bungalow with scenic views to let. Mature gardens. All mod cons. Reasonable rent. Immediate availability. Approximately 9 miles from Dungarvan. Tel. (087) 4139437. (4-7) LISMORE – All new 1 Bedroom fully furnished “Just Hang Up Your Clothes,” Sky / multi-channel fitted, river and mountain views. Call: John (058) 53447. (27-6) SILVERSPRINGS, DUNGARVAN – 3 Bedroom Bungalow to let. All mod cons. Central heating. Back boiler. No R/A. Rent reasonable. Immediate availability. Very quiet area. Tel. (087) 4139437. (4-7)
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MORTGAGE APPROVED COUPLE – Seek House or Site to buy in Kilmacthomas / Carrick-onSuir area. Replies in writing to Box No. 5436.
AGLISH AREA 40 Acres – Silage on Stem Roadside Lands. Ready to Cut. Well Fertilised. Available in lots. For Further Information, Maps and Details, please contact 058-41377
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TYRES! TYRES! TYRES! – Full callout breakdown service. Quick puncture repairs. Lorry, tractor and car. Also all makes of car serviced and repaired. Contact: Eamonn Beresford, THE CASTLE GARAGE, Dungarvan. Open 6 days, 8.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m., including dinner hour. Tel. (058) 43540 / (086) 8128184 / www.castlegaragetyres.com (ind.) HAY FOR SALE – Ardmore. Delivery can be arranged. D. Hurley (086) 8229877. (27-6) TOP QUALITY HAY AND SILAGE FOR SALE – Mahonbridge. Ex-field. Tel. (087) 9924422. (27-6) LARGE DINING ROOM DISPLAY CABINET FOR SALE – Table and Chairs consisting of 2 Carvers and 6 Chairs. All in very good condition. Also Hoover Washing Machine and Hoover Tumble Dryer. In good working order. No reasonable offers refused. Contact: (058) 52042.
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BARRON (10th anniversary) – Treasured memories of a beautiful friend Marita (nee Nugent), late of Ballymacart, Old Parish, who died on 28th June, 2004. So many things have changed, We wanted you to share, So many times we needed you, And wished that you were here. No matter how life changes, No matter what we do, A special place within our hearts, Is always kept for you.
–Always loved and remembered Marita from all your friends, XXX.
CROTTY (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of my husband Jerry Crotty, late of Lackenfune, Dungarvan, who died on 22nd June, 2001. R.I.P. Will those who think of Jerry today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Loved and remembered always by your loving wife Mary and family.
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
FIVES (23rd anniversary) – Cherished memories of Michael, late of The Burgery, who died on 25th June, 1991. –Sadly missed by your loving family.
McCABE (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Tom McCabe, late of Knockaun, Ballinamult, who died on 1st July, 2012. R.I.P. A smile for all, A heart of gold, One of the best, This world could hold. Never selfish, Always kind, These are the memories, You left behind. Will those who think of Tom today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Always loved, never forgotten, Phyllis, Kieran, Aoife, Sarah and grandchildren Ben, Lucy, Josh, Joe and Isabella. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on this Saturday, 28th June, at 7.30 p.m., in Touraneena Parish Church.
Depression is very common and impacts thoughts, feelings, energy and behaviour. If you are concerned for yourself or a loved one Aware can help: LoCall Helpline 1890 303 302 E: wecanhelp@aware.ie W: www.aware.ie Aware also offers: Support Groups nationwide; Life Skills CBT-based programmes and a positive mental health programme for secondary schools Aware: Support through depression. Dungarvan – Deise Day Centre, Dungarvan Community Development Centtre, Mitchell St. Group meets every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Waterford City – Edmund Rice Heritage Centre, Mount Sion, Barrack Street. Group meets every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m.
MULCAHY (1st anniversary) – June 30th marks the First Anniversary of a dear husband and father Paul “Mull” Mulcahy, late of “Dún Daingean,” Ballyknock 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.
MULCAHY (1st 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 loved one, 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, XX.
MULCAHY (1st 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.
–Loved and remembered by Orla, Sinéad, Brian, James, Decky, Rhianna, A.J., Hannah and Chloe, XXXX.
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MULCAHY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul “Mull” Mulcahy, late of “Dún Daingean,” Ballyknock Lower, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, who died on 30th June, 2013. 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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Our hearts can feel many things, That words can never say, The sadness this day brings, Can never fade away. You gave us all you had to give, Gifts both big and small, Most of all you gave us love, The greatest gift of all.
Your life was love and labour, Your love for your family true, You did your best for all of us, We will always remember you. Will those who think of Paul today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
RYAN (18th anniversary) – In loving memory of Paddy Ryan, late of Kilbrien, Ballinamult, who died on 26th June, 1996. Out of the world of suffering, And into a garden of rest, May God in all his glory, Grant you eternal rest.
–Always remembered by your loving sons, daughters and families.
MULCAHY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of my nephew Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013. R.I.P.
–Sadly missed by your uncle Joe, Cait, Alan, Michelle, Sharon, Dave and their families.
MULCAHY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul Mulcahy, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013. Miss you every day at work.
–Your work-mates Harry, Paddy and Alan.
Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.
–Sadly missed by your loving family at home and away. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 28th June, in Colligan Church at 7.30 p.m.
WALSH (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear daughter and sister Mary, late of Modeligo, Cappagh, who died on 5th July, 1994. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 29th June, at 10.00 a.m., in Modeligo Church. Twenty years may seem a very long time, But to us it was only yesterday, We miss you so much, You are forever in our tears and dreams – Forever young.
–Always remembered by Mam, Siobhán and Pat; Christine and Tomás, Shelly, Mary Kate, Mickey Joe and Deuglán.
–Sadly missed by Auntie Mary, Sean and Michael.
Sometimes when I think of you, I feel that you are near, Sometimes when I talk to you, I think that you can hear.
WALL (12th anniversary) – In loving memory of Johnny Wall, late of Knockroe, Colligan, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs at this time.
–Sadly missed by your loving husband Michael and all the family.
Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Kilgobinet Church on Monday, 30th June, at 7.30 p.m.
MULCAHY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of my nephew Paul, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, who died on 30th June, 2013. R.I.P. –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 7.30 p.m. on Monday, 30th June.
O’CONNELL (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Monica O’Connell, late of Glenlickey, Grange, who died on 29th June, 2010. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on this Sunday, 29th June, at 10.00 a.m., in Grange Church.
ST. JOHN (9th 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.
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The sons John, Georgie and Tony; daughter Helene, and extended family of the late Johnny Hamilton, would like to express our sincere thanks to all who sympathised with us on our sad loss of our dad Johnny. Sincere thanks to all who attended the Rosary, Funeral Mass and burial and who sent Mass cards and letters of sympathy. Thanks to Fr. Cooney and Fr. Harris who assisted with the funeral ceremonies. A special thanks to St. Vincent’s, Dungarvan; Doctors and Nurses; Dungarvan Day Care Centre and the staff of CareChoice Nursing Home for all the tender care and attention Johnny received right to the end which was greatly appreciated. A special thanks to all the Firemen and colleagues who provided a memorable guard of honour during the services. Thanks to Tom Drohan, Undertakers, for their professionalism and kindness at this time. To anyone who we may have unintentionally missed, your kindness will always be appreciated and remembered. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions. Month’s Mind Mass for Johnny will be offered on Sunday, 6th July, at 10.00 a.m., in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.
† JACK McGRATH Touraneena, Ballinamult Acknowledgement and First Anniversary 27th June Anne and the McGrath family and relatives of the late Jack McGrath would like to express our sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with us and supported us on our sad loss. To those who attended the Rosary, removal, Mass and burial, thank you. We would like to pay tribute to the wonderful Carers who looked after him so well before he died. We thank Dr. Janes and his caring staff; the Doctors and Nursing staff in Dungarvan, Waterford and Clonmel Hospitals. We thank Fr. Kelleher, P.P., who celebrated the funeral service; the servers and Sacristan; also Fr. W. Ryan, P.P., who performed the Last Rites and Lorna who sang so beautifully. Many thanks to those who sent Mass cards, flowers and letters. We are grateful too to the Point-to-Point members who formed a guard of honour. A special word of thanks to Drohan Funeral Directors for their kindness and professionalism. Our friends and neighbours were a tower of strength, as were the efficient caterers in the Community Centre. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for all your intentions. First Anniversary Mass for Jack will be celebrated on Friday, 27th June, at 7.30 p.m. in Touraneena Church.
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AA Roadwatch warn of the dangers of driving in Summer WITH the hot weather set to continue into next week, The AA is warning motorists of the dangers of driving in Summer. GLARE The glare from the sun has been known to cause collisions, particularly under clear skies at dawn or dusk. “The worst spot for glare that we’ve noticed is around Junction 12 Firhouse on the M50, there are often collisions there” says Arwen Foley Editor of AA Roadwatch. “It’s a problem in many areas though, it can be particularly dangerous when you’re driving at speed and all of a sudden you’re blinded by the sun.” The best way to protect yourself against the sun’s glare is to make sure the windscreen is clean, both inside and out and remove smears, which will catch sunlight and impair vision. Don’t forget, windscreen wipers only last about a year so it might be time to change them. A pair of unscratched sunglasses are handy as well. OVERHEATING The heat can cause all sorts of problems under the bonnet too. “Some of the most common call-outs our patrols receive during hot weather are to vehicles with low coolant levels, leaking hoses or broken electric cooling fans” says Arwen. “The problem is that any of these issues can make the car overheat and this can lead to expensive damage.” The best way to avoid a breakdown during a heatwave is to keep an eye on your temperature gauge and top up your coolant fluid regularly. It might also be time to get your car serviced. Remember a car service is just as important during the summer months as it is in winter.
TYRES High temperatures can aggravate any existing damage to the rubber in your tyre. It’s very important to check the condition of your tyres and regularly make the trip to the fuel station to check the tyre pressure. Under-inflation causes friction and the more heat made the more it will affect weak spots in your tyre. AT THE BEACH “Coastal roads are likely to be very busy in the coming days as people flock to the beach to make the best of the lovely weather” advises Arwen. If you are going to the beach it’s important to take care of your belongings. It’s very easy to lose your car keys in the sand and every year the AA Rescue Centre receive calls from people who have gone into the sea with their key fob in their pocket, only to realise that remote control access to their car doesn’t work when it’s time to go home. DOGS We’re not the only ones who suffer in extreme heat, our four-legged friends feel it just as much, if not more than us. Never leave your dog in a car during hot weather, even if it feels cool outside. As soon as the engine is turned off and the cool air is not being pumped into the vehicle, it can get extremely hot. If you do have to bring your dog with you, try to avoid the long journeys and hottest time of day, make sure you have plenty of water and consider using a car sunblind to provide shade. AA Roadwatch staff and Rescue Patrols will be working hard over the next few days to keep all motorists safe on the roads.
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DIAMOND JUBILEE RE-UNION
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Happy Diamond Jubilee Re-Union for First Communicants
Sr. Philomena and Hilary (Lynch) Beresford at the First Holy Communion Reunion.
A VERY unique anniversary celebration took place last Friday evening, when the First Communicants from, Convent of Mercy Infant School 13th June, 1954, celebrated their Diamond Jubilee in the Convent Chapel. Among the congregation were twenty of the Jubilarians as well as members of their families and Communicants from other years bringing the happy group to a total of thirty-five. The event was organised by Mary Morrissey (Beresford) and Nellie Murphy (Power) and hosted by Sr. Angela and the Sisters of Mercy. One of the proudest of the Sisters present was Sr. Philomena who had taught the celebrating class and others in her many years at the school before leaving to teach in Nigeria. The Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated by Fr. Michael Curran who was also celebrating the 51st
Anniversary of his Ordination that day, as was his brother Fr. Jim. Many members of the Mercy Community joined the happy group in the Convent Chapel for the special occasion. In her words of welcome, Mary Beresford thanked people for coming and said how pleased she was to see such a magnificent turnout of their class who were eager to renew friendships and catch up on the news of their friends, in some cases after several decades. She extended a special welcome to those who had come from the United States and Britain and from all over the country for the unique occasion. “Your dedication in coming here has made the effort very worthwhile,” she said. She recalled their special day in the Convent of Mercy and St. Mary’s Church sixty years ago and the opportunity to renew that bond of friendship, which had tied
many of them together during good times and sad times. Breda Fennell recalled also the excitement in the town nine years to the day later, on the Ordination Day of the two Fr. Currans, then resident in Grattan Square. She thanked everyone who had helped in finding contacts for the class and also those who had promoted the event locally. In his welcome to the happy congregation, Fr. Michael Curran said that having had experienced difficult times, the Church needed some positive endorsement which was adequately provided by the great attendance. He said that such a happy occasion and the celebration of Mass, brought people back to their roots, back to the same location on the same date of their First Holy Communion. During the Mass, the Lessons were read by Mary Morrissey and the Prayers of
the Faithful by Mary Kelly, Ann Moloney and Pauline Kiely. The Gifts were brought to the Altar by Biddy Duggan and Terry Crotty. The Hymns and responses were led by Muriel and Imelda Keohan, with the organ music of Muriel in accompaniment. In a moving Ceremony of Light, Mary Morrissey brought a memorial candle to the Altar as Nellie Murphy remembered by name the six pupils who had passed to their eternal reward: Mary Walsh, Mary O’Donnell, Nora Casey, Vyna Power, Noel Hayes and Micheal Dolan. “Memory is a powerful thing,” she said, “rightly used, it is a form of immortality. It keeps the past alive. Those we remember never die.Their influence is still felt amongst us. The light of our candle is a symbol of our continuing memory of you. May your
lives among us continue to inspire us and may we and you reap the rewards of your goodness.” Before the Final Blessing, co-organiser, Nellie Murphy thanked everyone for attending the Liturgy and the wider celebration later. She also extended the appreciation of everyone to Sr. Angela and the Mercy Community for helping to make the day special and, on behalf of Bishop Emeritus, Dr. William Lee, she conveyed his best wishes and God’s Blessings on the Class of 1954. The Mass was brought to a close with a moving rendition of Dungarvan My Hometown in which everyone enthusiastically joined. At the close of Mass the chat between old friends began; memories of schooldays were recalled; funny moments and sad events were brought to mind and everyone immersed themselves in nostalgia.
Fr. Michael Curran, Celebrant of the Diamond Jubilee Reunion Mass, on the 51st Anniversary of his Ordination. This continued later over return to their homes. Dur- preciation, presented by lunch in The Park Hotel, ing lunch a commemorative Biddy Duggan and Renee when some of the Mercy cake was cut by the organis- Walsh. It was a unique event and Sisters also joined in the ers, Nellie Murphy and pleasant recollections. It was Mary Morrissey and they was so successful that it may late in the evening before the were also the recipients of inspire other classes to do last little groups broke up to bouquets of flowers in ap- likewise in the future.
Mary Morrissey and Nellie Murphy cut the Diamond Jubilee Cake.
Noreen Wright and Biddy Duggan at the First Holy Communion Reunion.
Singing Grace before Meals at the lunch for those who attended the Diamond Jubilee First Communion Reunion were: Mary Morrissey, Imelda Keohan, Nellie Murphy and Muriel Keohan.
Kathleen Wright and Bernie Walsh at the First Holy Communion Reunion.
Bouquets of flowers are presented to the organisers of the recent Diamond Jubilee First Communion Reunion, Biddy Duggan to Mary Morrissey and Renee Walsh (far left) to Nellie Murphy (third from left).
Sisters, Nellie Murphy (Joint Organiser) and Mary Murphy who travelled from the USA for the Diamond Jubilee Reunion.
Angela Keohan, Marie and Margaret Lyons and Kathleen Foley at the Diamond Jubilee First Communion Reunion.
Sr. Eileen Troy, Elizabeth Begley, Rita Stack and Terry Crotty at the Diamond Jubilee First Communion Reunion.
Jacinta Earley, Ann Moloney and Joan Walsh at the First Holy Communion Reunion.
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NEWS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Kill SWAN LODGE CLASSIC AND VINTAGE CLUB The newly formed Swan Lodge Classic and Vintage Club would like to once again thank everybody who helped in the success with the recent Classic Field day. The chairman of the club, Peter Kirwan, was delighted to present the Eoghan Keating Medical and Rehab Fund with a cheque for €9,600. Well done to all involved. We welcome new members at any time. To join or for more information, please contact the club secretary Quan Butler on 087-2525327 or any member of the committee. KILL NATIONAL SCHOOL Well done to all our pupils for their great participation in our recent sports day – a fantastic day was had by all. A very warm welcome to all our new pupils who came in for a visit last week – we are looking forward to having you from September! Thank you to the Portlaw Red Cross who visited the school last week to teach 3rd to 6th class CPR, choking and more - very important skills to have, and all our children did great – well done all! We will be finishing up for the summer this week and would like to wish everybody a wonderful summer holiday, hopefully this fantastic weather will stay for the summer – if it does, please stay safe and heed the warnings about water and sun safety.We will see you all again in September! KILL 7K RACE DAY AND NATIONAL HEN RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS We are looking forward to another great day – this year the Kill 7k will take place on Sunday 20th July – more details to follow, please spread the word and mark the date in your diary. This is the sole fundraising event for the Kill Cardiac First Response Group. Thank you. FO OROIGE IS COMING TO KILL! A Foroige registration day is taking place at Kill Community Centre on Monday, 30th June, 2014 between 12.00 noon 1.30 p.m. It is hoped that a group will be established to offer activities and a meeting place for all teenagers around the area. This is for teenagers twelve to fifteen years old in the Kill area. All are welcome to attend, adult volunteers also required. Suggestions on activities and trips are most welcome, or perhaps you can tutor a course. For further information contact 086 4545 304. Bring your teenage friends! GET WELL SOON Best wishes to Ben Gallagher who was recently injured during a match. All your friends and family are thinking of you and wish you a speedy recovery. NOT A GAME FOR BOYS Phoenix Productions present ‘Not A Game For Boys’, a play in 2 acts in The Gealach Gorm Theatre at Kill Community Centre on Friday, July 4th at 8.00 p.m. Directed by Ben Hennessy and starring Kieran Doyle, Trevor Somers and Stephen Forristal, the play is set in the dressing room before a table tennis match. A hilarious comedy that will have you in stitches, the antics of the three boys have to be seen to be believed. All three actors are well known in drama and film circles with Trevor Somers having starred in Fair City. To book call/text 086-8569358. Tickets are just €10. Please note this play is suitable for over 15’s only as it contains references and language of an adult nature. SUMMER CAMPS Please note the date of ‘Make Your Own Movie’ Camp has been changed frpm 28th July to 1st August. There are a few places left for this camp and also for the Drama Camp taking place from 11th to 14th August. Contact Angela on 0868569358 for info and to book. NEW SERVICE More good news from Kill! Not only has the shop opened again, but they are now also providing free home delivery to all local and neighbouring customers - call 051 292764 between 9.00 a.m. and 12.00 noon to place your order. Don’t be stuck. Great service for holidaymakers and locals alike! Well done Paudie for identifying and responding to needs in the local area.
Pupils from Knockmahon N.S. enjoying tennis lessons with Ian Bolger.
Bonmahon COPPER COAST GEOPARK The book launch of Dr. Thomas Power's book Ministers and Mines, a religious conflict in an Irish Mining Community, recently took place at the Copper Coast Geopark Centre. Born in Waterford, Thomas Power is a member of the faculty of Wycliffe Collage, University of Toronto, Canada. Thomas' book is on sale at the Center in Bonmahon. E: info@coppercoastgeopark.com BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO The jackpot is still growing with no winner again! This week’s jackpot will be €6,750! The numbers drawn were 1415-28-29 with one lucky match 3 winner, the one and only Eddie McCarthy, thanks for all the support from everyone, the more tickets we sell the more each club gets back.
TALKS IN BARRON HALL The Barron Hall in Stradbally will be hosting another talk on Thursday, 26th June, at 8.00 p.m. Marine Biologist and local resident Barbara Duff will give a new slant on a visit to the beach with a colourful introductory talk about Life on the Seashore. Barbara will explain how inhabitants survive in this unique environment and how to identify the huge numbers of plants and animals that you will find in rock pools, on the rocks and under the sand. Entrance €5, children free, this includes tea and biscuits afterwards. The following week, 3rd July, a History Talk and Walk around the Village at 8.00 p.m. will take place with a meeting place outside the Cove Bar. Entrance fee €5, children free, more on this history talk next week, all money collected at
these Talks will help to purchase chairs for the Barron Hall. THE WORDS BASH AT THE ART HAND Come along to The Words Bash to celebrate the event’s 1st birthday on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014, at 6.30 p.m. All are welcome and there is no obligation to perform.We are looking forward to showcasing our performance skills to a bigger audience than normal so we are really encouraging new people to come along and check out what we’re doing. We are also asking our regular performers to bring along a guest, their spouse or a friend perhaps.The Words Writers’ Group performing at The Art Hand began last July and has gone from strength to strength. On the first Wednesday of each month we now have between 30 and 40 participants. It’s an intimate performance night. Be prepared for great original story-
telling, plenty of comic moments, poetry, prose and perhaps a few lyrics thrown in. Every event so far has been full of surprises and The Words Bash will be no different! Full details of this unique one off event are available on our Facebook page or by ringing 051-292919.We’re looking forward to welcoming you to The Words Bash. Make the weekend of it… Join us for The Promenade Festival which will get underway on Friday, 4th July at 7.00 p.m. in Tramore. Perhaps you would like to perform at The Artist’s Club which takes place after the main festival activities on the Saturday and Sunday, or meet the 8 international artists who are taking part and the extensive cast and crew who will be letting their hair down! Art Class News: The Saturday Art Club is a new adult art class that starts on the 12th of July, followed by a
St. Michael’s Hall, Ballyduff Upper Card Results 11/6/’14 – 1st Divided: May Fennessy & Marie Heskin; Delia Cashel & Lizzy Keane. 4 out of 5: May Fitzgerald & Joan Hannon. Lucky Tables: Bill Leddy & Helen O’Keeffe; Stephen Cunningham & Nellie Devine; Mary Whelan & Christy Higgins. Raffle: Delia Cashel, Denny Tobin, Peg Murray, Nellie Devine x 2, Pat O’Connor, Joan Glavin, Eily Callaghan.
18/6/’14 – 1st Divided: Sheila Lonergan & Pat Kirby; Maura Lyndsey & Eily Callaghan. Lucky Tables: Helen Cunningham & Pat O’Connor; Dan Howard & Eddie Sheehan; Larry Byrne & Denny Tobin. Raffle: Stephen Cunningham, Pat O’Connor, May Fennessy, Denny Tobin, Marie Heskin, Nellie Devine, May Fitzgerald, Mary Fennessy.
Knockmahon N.S. pupils with Tadhg Buckley/Bonmahon Surf School taking their annual surfing lessons.
weekend Stained Glass Course that takes place from the 18th of July.We are already developing new kids art projects for the September term here at The Art Hand as well as for Primary Schools around the country.We are also taking bookings from groups who would like a day at the seaside and in our art school making Environmental Art. A recent giant stone circle is still visible at Kilmurrin Cove even after a week of tides. Film News: We have had a few recent TV appearances. A programme on Irish TV of Waterford’s County Matters featuring The Art Hand and the Words Event was aired on Sky 191 and Freesat 400, as well as in America, Europe and Australia.Then on the Sky Arts HD channel, the movie we worked on with the New Zealand director Michael Heath called ‘Village by the Sea’ was screened in New Zealand, Australia and Asia. We are currently working with a Northern Ireland TV company who are making a documentary that includes some of the storm footage we shot on The Copper Coast during Storm Christine. Our adult Film Editing courses are now available throughout the year. NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON N.S. Congratulations to Matilda Corcoran who celebrated her birthday recently. What a brilliant week everyone had last week, completely action packed with our bike week event "Rothaíocht agus spraoi i Bun Machan" where all pupils participated in cycle training in the school and the older pupils then cycled to Faugheen, where they were intrigued with the history of this small chapel. Then we had our annual surfing/beach day on Wednesday with Bonmahon Surf School & Tadhg Buckley. The weather was absolutely fabulous and all had a great day. A big thank you to Tadhg. Our 7th Green Flag celebration party is on Thursday, June 26th at 1.00 p.m. All are more than welcome to come along and celebrate with us. Once again thank you to all who are supporting us in the Bonmahon Community Lotto.
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Irish Red Cross - Dungarvan WE would like to wish all our members and supporters a very enjoyable summer.
Health checks in Dungarvan Shopping Centre.
Please remember to stay hydrated, especially in the recent hot weather spell, wear a sun hat and high protection suncream and stay in the shade wherever possible. Once again, a huge thank you to all who popped into Dungarvan Shopping Centre at our recent Awareness Day.We very much enjoyed the chats with everybody while watching the children complete their 8 hour CPR Marathon, applying therapeutic handcare to countless hands, taking over 120 Blood Pressures and checking Blood Glucose levels. Thank you to our Portlaw colleagues for joining us to make this a very successful day, to Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the great co-operation and of course to everybody who contributed in any way. Your generosity was most appreciated. We are looking forward to school visits after the Summer holidays, but in the meantime, there are many other events to be excited about – the High Nelly Ride over the weekend being one of them!
A lesson in the treatment of a choking baby in Kill National School.
Irish Red Cross - Portlaw
Therapeutic Handcare provided free of charge by Dungarvan Branch of the Irish Red Cross.
The Portlaw Cadet Unit’s 8 hour CPR Marathon at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.
CADET UNIT Firstly, a big WELL DONE to all our cadet unit members for working so hard to complete our 8 hour CPR Marathon in Dungarvan Shopping Centre, you all did a fabulous job and did your unit proud. Awareness was raised throughout the day with the CPR demonstration (and a few extra inpromptu demonstrations) of the importance of this life saving skill. Thank you to all the parents who popped in to bring and collect and give us a cheer and of course to all the members of the public for their outstanding support and kind words. A big thanks also, to our senior unit members who performed health checks on the day and our colleagues in Dungarvan who gave soothing handcare – all free of charge. Well done to our Cadet Unit Officer Sheila Walsh and her team. SENIOR UNIT Despite the recent great weather, training is still going strong – well done to all of our members who are giving their time to keep their skills refreshed. Our training sessions take place indoors and outdoors with realistically staged scenarios, keeping us all on our toes and alert for any situation we may be faced with. Next week, we will have one of our big scenario training sessions for Cardiac First Responders – refreshers are so important for anyone who has learned a skill. A big thank you also, to our team of five who visited Ballyduff and Kill
CPR Practice in Ballyduff National School.
National Schools with “Life Saving Skills for Primary schools” Programme over the last few weeks and trained over 150 pupils aged 9 to 12, in how to treat someone who is choking, how to make an emergency call correctly and how to perform CPR. Hopefully, these skills will never be needed but it was astonishing to see how much pupils already knew and how quickly they became proficient in these basic skills. Well done to all involved, and thank you to the schools for having us. Our manikins will have a well deserved rest now. Not for long though!
Health checks in Dungarvan Shopping Centre.
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COUNTY NEWS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Ardmore FÉILE ADVENTURE! The rolling hills of Armagh, and we came across quite a few over the weekend, are a sight to behold and last weekend Ardmore GAA club spent some time in South Armagh area participating in the GAA Féile 2014. The club were representing Waterford at U14 Hurling and while no trophies returned home with the large travelling contingent, memories of a special nature were made. My own son was one of the panel hence my reason for being there, many other parents of players made the long trip up on Friday and back on Sunday as well. The majority of the players stayed with host families connected to the Derrynoose GAA club in Armagh while the rest of the party, which was substantial, stayed at the fine establishment that is the Cross Square Hotel in Crossmaglen. Crossmaglen has its own special place in the history of Northern Ireland, sometimes for not so happy reasons, but the welcome we received from everyone in this now peaceful and tranquil town will be remembered for a very long time. In fact, the welcome that the club received from all of those we had contact with was very special. Early afternoon at our host club Derrynoose, Ardmore U14s played the host club in the first round of the Feile but lost by a narrow margin. Friday night saw the club take part, along with almost one hundred other clubs, in the Opening Parade in Armagh city, a wonderfully colourful event that drew a very large crowd.T’was off back to the leabas for all then! Saturday saw another three games for the U14 hurlers and while all results went against them, there was
Catherine FitzGerald-Hourigan from Ardmore, who was recently named Regional Winner of an RNLI Supporter Award for 2014 in recognition of her ongoing organisation of the Ardmore Christmas Day Swim.
RNLI Award CONGRATULATIONS many times over to Catherine FitzGerald-Hourigan from Ardmore, who was recently named Regional Winner of an RNLI Supporter Award for 2014 in recognition of her ongoing organisation of the Ardmore Christmas Day Swim.The awards ceremony took place at Farmleigh House in Dublin. The Swim has been taking place since 1996 and while in some recent years donations have been lower than usual, there is still a considerable amount of money collected every year for the RNLI. Great credit to Catherine and all involved in the organisation of what is now a mainstay of Yuletide celebrations in our area. nothing to be ashamed of and in the last game, a quarter-final, it was a last minute score that denied Ardmore a place in a semi. Heartbreak yes, but nothing that time will not heal. That night the host club Derrynoose laid on a special event for all from the Ardmore club and
young and old alike had a ball! I could go waxing on lyrically ad infinitum about his trip but that would bore the trousers off ya! To finish, we came home on Sunday evening tired, almost broke but feeling very very good about the whole weekend. My own favourite moment
John Conroy, Ava Martin and Holly Conroy enjoy the drumming at the Ardmore Open Farm First Anniversary last Sunday.
will only be understood by those who travelled; ‘Del Boy’ upstaging ‘Rodney’ with the best one-line reply that I have ever heard! LAST FRIDAY AT RTH! June's last Friday Session here at the hotel takes place this Friday, 27th June, at the later time of 10.00 p.m. Looking forward to seeing you all there. See you Friday. ARDMORE AFC PENALTY KICK 2014 Keep July 26th clear in your diary! Why? Because that’s when I will be defending the Penalty Kick title I won last year, at the Round Tower Hotel! As ever, this fun event is being run by Ardmore soccer club, and a full BBQ will be up and running on the day as well! So, good fun, good food and good bevvies from Aidan and Trish’s fine hostelry; what more could you want on a, hopefully, sunny July Saturday!! ARDMORE/GRANGE ICA ANTIQUES FAIR Preparations are underway for the Annual Antiques Fair to be held in Halla Deuglán, Ardmore on Sunday, 20th July, from noon to 5:30 p.m. Admission is €5 inclusive of afternoon tea in the ICA Hall at the rear of Halla Deuglán. This very popular event draws dealers and visitors from far and wide. There will be a large and varied selection of antiques and collectables on sale. We are hoping to see as many members, friends and interested visitors as possible. Come and participate in what should be a very enjoyable day for families and friends - take a walk on the beach, spend some time visiting the Antiques Fair, and follow this by enjoying afternoon tea in the ICA Hall where there will be delicious cakes and desserts on offer, with the usual cups of tea or coffee and soft drinks for the children, all for the price of €5. A perfect day out for everyone. HALLA DEUGLÁN BAZAAR 2014 In connection with the above, the Hall Committee is welcoming donations of articles for its annual Summer Bazaar on July 6th next. The hall will be open every Saturday, 9.30 a.m. – 12 noon, from now till the end of June to accept donations. Further information from Terry on 087-9477213. AFC SUMMER CAMP Ardmore soccer club will once again be holding their almost world famous Summer Soccer School this year, bookings now being taken! Camp dates are July 21st–25th inclusive and more details can be found at w w w. s u m m e r s o c c e r schools.ie
Ardmore Pattern Festival's Ciara Mitchell presents Michéal Gildea (Grange Principal) with the cheque for €1,000 for Grange.
Ardmore Pattern Festival Annual Sponsored Walk Raises €2,000 for Local Schools
THE year’s ‘Walk and Win’ event, the annual sponsored walk held by Ardmore Pattern Festival was in aid of Scoil Naisiunta Naomh Deaglan, Ardmore and St. Mary’s National School, Grange. On 30th May the streets of Ardmore were filled with families and friends who took part in the buggy-friendly stroll around the seaside village.
Lucky fundraisers were all in with a chance to win some great prizes including weekend breaks away, Aura Leisure Centre membership and family passes, plus week-long places on Ardmore’s Ranger Camp. The sun shone over Ardmore during the fun walk and a good time was had by all. Now that the tallies are complete, Ardmore Pattern Festival committee is delighted to announce that the sponsored walk has raised the fantastic sum of €2000, split evenly between the two local schools. Pattern Festival committee members Ciara Griffin and Ciara Mitchell did the honours of presenting the cheques in aid of the
schools to the two principals Ber Keevers (Ardmore and Michéal Gildea (Grange). Following the success of the sponsored walk, the committee’s attention is now focused on the upcoming concert in St. Declan’s Church on 25th July, featuring ‘The Priests’, starting at 8.00 p.m. Tickets are priced at €25 and selling fast.They can be purchased from the Brigid Shelly Art Studio, Main Street, Ardmore or by contacting any of the following numbers 0879618073, 0879382001 or 0871211099. To learn more about Ardmore Pattern Festival visit www.ardmorepatternfestival.ie or find us on Facebook.
Ardmore Pattern Festival's Ciara Griffin presents Ber Keevers (Ardmore Principal) with the cheque for €1,000 for Ardmore.
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Stradbally CEMETERY MASSES The Cemetery Masses for the Parish of Stradbally are as follows: St. Anne’s Ballylaneen on Tuesday, 8th July, 2014 at 7 p.m; Holy Cross Stradbally on Tuesday, 15th July, 2014 at 7 p.m; Sacred Heart Faha on Tuesday, 22nd July, 2014 at 7 p.m. There is an appeal to have graves clean and tidy before Mass is celebrated. WELCOME Welcome to the Jones family to Nunnery Lane in Stradbally wishing you good health and happiness. TIDY TOWN NEWS Stradbally Tidy Towns committee is hosting ‘Education at the Rockpools’ at Stradbally Cove on Saturday next, 28th June, 2014 at 11.00 a.m. for Primary School Children and families. Tina Keating Geologist and Grace O’Sullivan Environmentalist from Copper Coast will provide a fun family event, along the rocky shoreline discovering the world of rock pools and the rich varied tidal habitat. Children must be accompanied by an adult or guardian and supervised. WE would suggest the those attending should park on the road due to the current situation with the sand bank. Tidy Towns annual raffle tickets are currently on sale. The raffle takes place on Friday, 4th July, Cove Bar, Stradbally. The current fine weather has brought the throngs to the Stradbally beaches, unfortunately, for the tidy towns committee it also brought lots of cleaning at Stradbally Cove over the weekend. A truck full of rubbish was collected this
week, where on Saturday unfortunately the beach had to be cleaned before lunch and after tea. WE would appeal to visitors please take your rubbish home. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations and best wishes to Pupils and Teachers at St. Anne’s Primary School Seafield on receiving their 6th Green Flag on Tuesday, 24th June. Stradbally Tidy Towns committee are delighted to be associated with the occasion and celebrations. SOCCER NEWS There was no jackpot winner in the latest Lotto draw, the numbers drawn were 6, 7, 10, 23. The €25 winners were Alan Stone, Stradbally and Tomás Power Carrigbarahane (twice), the promoters prize went to the Cove Bar. The next draw will take place in the Bally Inn on 29th June, 2014 with a jackpot of €1,600. The U-15 side finish the season with two games this week. On Thursday they are away to Dungarvan at 6.30 p.m. and on Saturday at 11.00 a.m. they host Tramore in Stradbally. SOCCER SUMMER CAMP The Stradbally Soccer Club Camp takes place this year on 14th to 18th July. As ever a great camp is anticipated. The cost starts at a very reasonable €35 per child with reduced rates for second, third and fourth children of the same family. Application forms are available from all local shops and schools and from Eamon Clancy, or Kevin Barnes. Of course to run such an event it needs helpers and we are appealing to anyone who can help out on any of the days. If you think you can help contact camp co-
ordinator Kevin Barnes at 087 27603047. CAKE SALE Thanks to all who supported the recent Cake Sale in aid of the Barron Hall funds. A special thanks to all those who baked such lovely confectionery on possibly the warmest day of the year, much appreciated. BARRON HALL Cake Sale was a great success, people were so generous, bringing cakes and buying them. Thanks to everyone for your support. The result of the Cake Sale is we can afford to paint the interior of the Hall in July. We also now intend to have the floor polished. Life on the Seashore – We are delighted to welcome Marine Biologist Barbara Duff to the Barron Hall on Thursday night 26th June at 8.00 p.m., to host a talk on Marine life and explain how inhabitants survive in this unique environment, and how to identify the huge number of plants and animals on the rocks and sand. History Walk and Talk on local history, Stradbally Village, by Archaeologist Dave Pollock and local historian Tom Hickey on Thursday, 3rd July. On the night we intend to put on display the “1819 Uniache Woodhouse Estate Map”, a most wonderful hand made map, which shows the names of the estate tenants and their holdings in 1819. Interestingly, only two names remain in situ. It also shows the location of the Druids Altar. Clothes Collection – old clothes, school uniforms, any clothes clean and dry, Saturday, 26th July in the Barron Hall.
Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Week ending 22nd June, 2014 Lotto Jackpot €1,700. Winning numbers drawn were 18, 23 and 24. No winner. New jackpot for next week is €1,800. 5 x €20 winners Anna Thompson, Teresa Butler, Pat Dalton, Trevor Cullinan, Keane Family. Promoter's Prize €20 - Tom Keane. Tickets can be purchased from committee members, designated promoters and all the local retail outlets. Next draw is in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult on Sunday, 29th June, 2014. EIGSE MHAOL DONN 2014 The annual Eigse Mhaol Donn festival, Newcastle, commences this Friday, 27th June, and over the weekend will host a variety of activities to suit all the family. Newcastle has the distinction of being the only former Breac-Ghaeltacht in Tipperary. Last year's festival proved to be a huge success and with a focus this year on culture, literature and the environment, another
interesting and informative weekend is assured. There are activities for all the family over the weekend, including music sessions, dance, Tai-Chi classes, heritage walks, lectures and bike tours in the scenic surroundings of Newcastle. The english translation of 'An Gleann is Raibh Ann' will also be launched over the weekend. Don't miss out on a great weekend, set the date in your diary now! For further information or for contact details, please go to www.discoverireland.ie. All are welcome. WELL DONE Congratulations to the Waterford U-14 Ladies Football team on their recent win over Antrim to secure a place in the AllIreland Final. One of our local girls Abbie Dalton, was once again part of the winning team. Abbie is on course to win two back to back All-Ireland titles and we wish Abbie and the team all the best in the final.
Barnardos Big Toddle which took place at Small Talk Preschool & Creche on Friday last, 13th June. The children and their parents raised a fantastic €514.00. Wow!
Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien COLLIGAN LODGE Part 4 - James Galwey Continued Note: A Colligan resident suggested I do a piece on Colligan Lodge. I thought I'd zip off a page about the place. But, this is a project that has grown... and grown. The Lords of Fermanagh, the wealthy Dawson family, centuries old maps of the parish - this one keeps sprouting. Last week's column examined James Galwey, one of the three men responsible for bringing Master McGrath, the famous Irish greyhound, to worldwide renown. This week - more about James Galwey, the Landlord's Agent who lived in Colligan Lodge from about 1855 until his death in 1880. These articles about the history of Colligan Lodge including, naturally, the tale of Master McGrath, will continue to appear sporadically over the coming weeks. JUSTICE OF THE PEACE James Galwey, the superbly well connected Colligan man, was asked to become a Justice of the Peace in County Tipperary. He agreed to take on these responsibilities, which were onerous. As a Justice, he was required to travel to County Tipperary at least four times a year for petty court ses-
sions. There he would meet with fellow judges for several days, dealing with the middling serious matters which piled up each quarter. Contested wills, criminal trials short of murder or treason, commercial suits such has always been the bread and butter of the courts and such Mr. Galwey oversaw. He was proud of the duties he discharged, so much so that he had the initials J.P. placed on his grave stone. Justice of the Peace. Closer to home, there was Colligan barracks with its cell and constables. It was located half a mile up the road from the Lodge and Mr. Galwey would have overseen its staff and signed his name to legal paperwork. For instance, someone resisting arrest for drunk and disorderly behaviour might be held for a local court sitting and Mr. Galwey's signature would be required on the legal holding order. THE GOLDEN HANDSHAKE James Galwey's business life is represented in the meagre existing records by an 1845 article in the Morning Post of Friday, December 5th.The reporter noted there was a bit of argy-bargy at the first general meeting of shareholders in the Waterford and Limerick Railroad. The Chairman of the Board was
Thomas Meagher, father of the famous Fenian and American general. James Galwey was there, and he was confirmed as a director of the company "at a salary of £600 per annum." One of the shareholders objected "to the name of Mr. Ryall being allowed to stand on the list of directors, as that gentleman had become the chairman of a competing line." A compromise was reached: Mr. Ryall got his £600 directorship, but the board then passed a motion that it was "inexpedient to have any person a director of the company who was interested in a competing line." It was a classic Irish solution. Mr. Ryall got his golden handshake, then the barn door was closed. SPORTSMAN Most importantly, surely in his own mind, James Galwey was a sportsman. He loved the outdoor life, the hunting and fishing and, joy of joys, greyhound coursing. His judgment of dogs was superb, enough so that Lord Lurgan, Lord Lieutenant of Armagh, bet immense sums based on Galwey's word. Mr. Galwey might have trained dogs to course for Irish hares, but he very much admired these swift animals. No hare was to be killed on the lands over which he had charge. One family remembers the time
great granddad's dog unexpectedly savaged a hare. What to do? Should the poor animal be buried in the hope that no report reached Mr. Galwey's ears? The final choice was to go, cap in hand, to Colligan Lodge and explain to Mr. Galwey what had happened and tender apologies. Mr. Galwey thanked the man for his honesty and no more was said about the matter. ONE POISONOUS EVICTION Very tellingly, the locals have nothing bad to say about James Galwey. He caused no trouble to his tenants, and seems to have been a fair minded and respected man. Compared to the all-too-common verdict "he wasn't the worst of them", this rates as high praise indeed for a landlord's agent. That said, there was one eviction so poisonous that Mr. Galwey ordered the tenant turned out and cottage burned to the ground. This one was personal... and, it turns out, absolutely central to a great national story. But, that's a tale for a later column. This is the man, the dutiful, much esteemed man who made Colligan famous. INCLUDE YOUR INFO Scott Simons - greenhillsofireland@gmail.com
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CÉILÍ AND SOCIAL DANCING A Céilí and Social Dancing night (organised by Ann O’Connor) is being held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on 27th June, 2014 at 8.30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided on the night and also a Raffle. Admission is €8. All are welcome.
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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.)
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YOU are not alone – Been Bereaved through suicide? Meet people in similar circumstances for a free tea or coffee and chat. 1st Tuesday of every month from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon - Charity Vintage Tea Rooms, St. Mary’s Church of Ireland. Contact Breda Maher on (086) 9822498.
menssheds.ie A GLORIOUS start to the week in the Shed, with the weather bringing out the best in the Shedders!
Old Fashioned Afternoon Teas and Cake Stall OLD Fashioned Afternoon Teas & Cake Stall in aid of Dungarvan Football Club on Saturday, 28th June, 2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m., Charity Vintage Tea Rooms – St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Dungarvan. Dainty sandwiches, homemade cakes, while you listen to the sounds of the ’40s in our unique little tea room. Come hungry! Find us on Facebook – Charity Vintage Tea Rooms.
Birthday Wishes CONGRATULATIONS to Miss Nellie Barron, Aglish, Cappoquin who celebrated her birthday on Sunday last, 22nd June from her niece Caitriona Barron, Dromore, Aglish.
Pictured at Lourdes with the Waterford & Lismore Diocesan Pilgrimage 2014 were Denis Moynihan and John Flynn. [John Power Photography]
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Much painting and gardening going on, with Tommy painting, Ger super busy in the garden and greenhouse. Paudi and Joe doing sterling work in the shed for Nicola and Oliver and Steve stripping and renovating some garden benches that were in bad repair. A great Monday, I hope it continues for the week!
MONEYMATTERS Villierstown N.S. recent First Holy Communion Group 2014.
Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place on Saturday night last in An Cruiscín Lán and €50 was won by Kenny Kearns with Card Number 14, the Seven of Hearts. Congratulations. Jackpot next week is €1,300. Remember if you are not in … you can’t win. This is a joint community fundraiser. Tickets can be bought locally. HUGE CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations and well done to Gary Hurley for his performance in the 2014 Irish Open. “If you watch a game, it’s fun. If you play it, it’s recreation. If you work at it, it’s golf.” DOWN SYNDROME IRELAND Fundraising for this very special charity takes place in Villierstown next Sunday, 29th June, from 12 noon to 2.00 p.m. outside the shop and is being sponsored by HB, Hazelbrook Farm Ice Cream. Come and join us to eat lots of Ice Cream. I can’t wait. VILLIERSTOWN COMMUNITY COUNCIL PRESENTS THE 1st ANNUAL INTER-PUB QUIZ The 1st Heat will begin at 9.00 p.m. on Friday, 4th July, in An Cruiscín Lán. 2nd Heat will begin at 9.00 p.m. on Friday, 11th July, in The Kereen Bar. 3rd Heat will begin at 9.00 p.m. on Friday, 18th July, in Maureen’s Bar. And the FINAL will be held on Saturday, 26th July, at 9.00 p.m. in An Cruiscín Lán. For more information check out www.villierstowncommunitycouncil.ie BOOLEY HOUSE DANCERS COME TO VILLIERSTOWN Villierstown Church Company are delighted to host
the world famous Booley House Dancers in Villierstown Church Hall facility on Friday, 25th July. YET ANOTHER GREAT DAY OF FUN FOR THE VILLAGE On Sunday, 27th July, from 2.00 p.m. there will be a “Reeling in the Years” fun filled day of nostalgia in Villierstown. For more information check out www.villierstowncommunitycouncil.ie ÁINE’S DANCERCISE CLASS Áine’s Dance Class every Tuesday evening from 7–8 in Villierstown Church Hall. COMPLETE ART CLASS – MOST ASPECTS OF ART TOUCHED UPON Starting July 7th, for 5 nights at a cost of €35. Places going very quickly. Book now. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. POTTERY CLASS – COMING SOON Contact Carol:- 0876635465. VILLIERSTOWN BOATING & ACTIVITIES CLUB Yes, we are there. We are open for business. Anyone wishing to join just come down any time and we will show you around. This is a community facility for everyone. This club was set up to encourage and promote safe usage of the River Blackwater by local communities. The project has been four years in the making, with lots of hard work and community participation. We want to show what can be achieved when a rural community takes ownership of its future. The club plans to organise events to enable all interested parties of any age to learn and improve their river craft.The club house has all the necessary facilities. Shower, WCs, etc. Outside there is a secure storage area for boats
and equipment. We also have for club use a selection of kayaks, canoes and sailing dinghies. E-mail – villierstownbac@yahoo.ie Find us on Facebook OUR LOCAL POST OFFICE The Post Office network is under serious threat. The Post Office is a very important element of community life in rural Ireland. Losing this service will be another nail in the coffin of Irish communities. All our local post offices provide a community service and community activity. Rural Ireland will not take this lying down and rural Ireland will fight this head on because any threat to close our local Post Offices will be fought. Please sign the petitions in your local Post Office. DEISE AGAINST PYLONS We are a local community group concerned with the impact the proposed EirGrid upgrades will have on the environment, health, agriculture and tourism in our county and beyond. We can be contacted by phone, email or Facebook. SAFE TALK We are lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Councillor”. If anyone has a reason to need someone to talk to or just needs someone to listen. Call Carol on: -0876635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If any group or individual has anything they would like to be included in these notes, just let me know. Remember if I don’t know what’s happening I can’t include it. All local news very welcome. A THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK When I read about the evils of drinking, I gave up reading.
MABS GUIDE TO BACK TO SCHOOL COSTS The school year is nearly at an end and it won’t be long until September is with us again and the kids go back to school – with all the associated costs. The list can seem endless. Rather than wait for the last frantic weeks of August, it’s a good idea to start planning now and to try and spread the cost of going back to school over the summer. To help you plan for this MABS have produced a leaflet offering practical tips and guidance on how to plan for back to school costs. Contact your local MABS service for a copy or download it from the MABS website at www.mabs.ie/publications The Money Advice & Budgeting Service is based at Civic Offices, Davitts Quay, Dungarvan (Tel 0761 07 2770 – Fax 058-45296) and provides a service throughout the West Waterford area. It is part of the national MABS Service and is free, confidential and independent. Visit our web site at: www.mabs.ie. Phone MABS Helpline 0761 07 2000. Email helpline@mabs.ie
Just think of it! TWO religious festivals which occur at this time of the year help us to focus attention on the person of Jesus: they are the feast of the Body and Blood of the Lord (Corpus Christi for us ‘oldies’) and the feast of the Sacred Heart. The latter feast directs our thoughts to Jesus’ heart as the centre of his love for each one of us.The heart is universally accepted as the symbol of our innermost feelings. I don’t mean that our feelings actually reside with in the lump of muscle which gets worn out and needs to be repaired at times. But did you ever hear anyone sing of his or her true love ‘You are my pancreas’s delight’, or did Robert Burns write a poem called ‘My femus’s in the Highlands?’ But the heart is the symbol by which we describe the mixture of emotions, joys, fears, hopes that make up our inner life. So, Jesus’ heart is for us the sign of his love, his longing for our well-being, his unfailing patience and willingness to forgive, all that leads us to throw in our lot with him and become his followers. The other feast, that of the Body and Blood of Christ, presents us with a challenge. In chapter 6 of St. John’s gospel Jesus promises the Eucharist as the food that will give us eternal life. Some of his followers decided that it was asking too much of them to believe that, and so they walked away from Jesus. Jesus turned to Peter and the other apostles and asked them did they too want to go away. To his credit Peter, speaking for the whole group, answered, Lord, who shall we go to? You have the message of eternal life, and we believe, we know that you are the Holy One of God’. Every time we go to Mass, every time we prepare to receive Holy Communion, we are presented with the same challenge. Hopefully, we’re not satisfied with brushing the thought aside: instead we accept the challenge and pray, ‘Yes, Lord, I do believe your words: you are really present in what I am going to receive’. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.
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THERE will be a meeting of the Grow It Yourself Club on Thursday, 3rd July, at 7.00 p.m. at Laura’s house near Clashmore. Laura is a new member of our group and is a keen G.I.Yer. Directions are: go through Clashmore village from the N25 side, pass the grotto and through the village turning right to the other side of the village. Take the right fork up the hill and turn right
at the crossroad as if you were going to Clashmore Kennels. Before the kennels turn left and it’s the first house on the right. I will be at the grotto at 6.45 p.m. for those that cannot find it. All are welcome. As I write the weather is very dry and hot and the veggie plants need watering twice a day morning and evening, never of course during the heat of the day, it is not economical. We now need rain and by the time you read this it will have rained, after all we are living in Ireland. I have very stony ground and have found that potatoes, broadbeans, blackcurrant and general fruit trees grow best in it. Nearly everything else is
Dear Diary, Today was an utterly, utterly marvellous day. It was the Secret Sevens’ annual jaunt to the seaside. Our chosen port of call was the wonderful Kinsale-on-the-Bandon in Corkshire. As it was rather a long way, Midge, the bus driver, decided we would leave early and get to the sun loungers before the German tourists arrived. So, as soon as, Madge, Betsy, Linda, Kit, Mabel and Dobbin the dog turned up, we set off. To keep our spirits up on the long journey, we sang some jolly songs like, “The Wheels on the Bus Go Round and Round”, “It’s a Long Way to Tipperary” and “Stop the Bus, We Want a ...” well, you get the picture. As we approached our destination, Dobbin got all excited, barking and wagging his tail. “I say” chorused Kit and Mabel, “whatever is the matter with old Dobbin?” “I think he’s trying to tell us something” said Betsy, “what is it Dobbin? What’s that? Theres a big
grown in raised beds, with a mixture of compost and topsoil. I cleared out the gutters recently and I mixed that in with everything else. I have painted some of the raised beds blue, because it is said that it keeps away aphids and flies. Seems to be working. The Chard and perpetual spinach keeps bolting in the heat and I have to cut it. The courgettes have grown into marrows and are as big as baseball bats. Everything is growing profusely including the weeds and I appear to have lost the battle with them. Eradicating them organically is very difficult, although a field of daisies does not look too bad. Made some
fortified barracks over looking the bay?” And as we looked upwards, there it was. Charlesfort. “Good old Dobbin” cried Linda, “he always knows the best places for ‘walkies’!” and the bus was filled with peals of laughter. Having spent a very pleasant time exploring and taking snaps of the old fort, we headed for the town because Midge claimed she was hungry.......again! After we had fed Midge, and ourselves, there was more exploring to be done.This time, we visited little curiosity shops and galleries. Each premises we entered was friendlier than the last. The staff were jolly helpful, even when they discovered we had no money. Even, Dobbin, was allowed in to some places. As the day wore on and everyone became tired and hungry, the seven friends looked around for suitable tearooms to have a spot of lunch. “I know of a splendid place” said Madge, “it’s called Fishy Fishy and its not far from here”. “Oh, do, let’s” chorused everyone
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elderberry cordial, rather sweet and needs to be watered down and very refreshing in the heat. A big thank you to Mike McKenna of Blackwater Gardens who showed us around his veggie and fruit area.We had a good turnout on 5th June. Mike is both affable and very knowledgeable and all questions were answered. Tea / coffee and cakes were consumed and there was a lot of social interaction with like minded people. Our bee talk has been put off until the first Thursday in October. Very soon I am going to have so much produce that I may have to open a market stall. Happy GIYing.
in unison, “we’re famished”. Having lost everyone, at one stage or another, on the way, we finally alighted on the doorway of the restaurant. As soon as everyone was seated, Martin the Chef asked for our orders. Immediately, Midge ordered for everyone, “Hot buttered scones, clotted cream and lashings and lashings of Ginger beer, please!” Martin the Chef said, “this is a fish restaurant!” Puzzled looks were exchanged among the friends until Linda said, “fish and chips all round then and lashings and lashings of Ginger beer”. “No Ginger beer” said Martin the Chef. Madge was very disappointed. Despite all this, everyone enjoyed a slap up meal and even got to have our picture taken with Martin the Chef .....eventually! As the evening closed in, seven weary travellers trudged back to the bus and headed for home. It had been a long, tiring day, but everyone agreed that an utterly, utterly marvelous time was had by all. “Woof ” agreed Dobbin and everyone laughed. This week’s quote, “The best way to treat obstacles is to use them as stepping-stones. Laugh at them, tread on them, and let them lead you to something better.” - Enid Blyton, Mr. Galliano's Circus
Ballinameela Creatives on tour at Fishy Fishy restaurant in Kinsale with left to right Mary Gough, Chef Martin Shanahan, Betty O’Connor, Donal Buckley, Lyn Hayes, Mary Downing, Midi Walsh and Kitty Longan.
Collette Bannon, Outgoing President, hands over the Presidents Chain to the New President Christine O'Donovan at the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Ballinameela THE tickets are printed for the Community Centre Fundraising BBQ which will be held on Friday, August 8th 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! With your BBQ meat you get a selection of four salads, bread, dessert, tea/coffee for €20. Similar to last year we encourage you to bring your own drinks, BYO (Bring Your Own) as we used to call it in my student days! 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 087-8196264. Monies raised will go back into the community centre to keep it to the high standard for all the community to enjoy. The centre is a wonderful amenity for you to use for indoor soccer, parties etc. To book the hall or equipment in the hall please contact our booking officer Pauline on 087-2480321. Each month one of the committee is responsible for opening and closing for events on in the hall, June is Mary Curran 086-3337552. CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY: FINISK VALLEY AC NEWS Busy weekend for Athletics, Corey Scanlan and Jack Prendergast travelled to Tullamore last Saturday to compete in the All Ireland U-9-U11 Juvenile Team and Relay Competition, both competed well in the Boys U-9 long jump and where unlucky to get to finish out of the Medals. Aglish / Ballinameela Community games update: Great day for our Kids in the Community at the Waterford Community Games qualifier in Waterford RSC last Sunday, 16 athletes travelled down to compete, everyone competed very well in there events, Corey Scanlan had a great run to finish 1st in the Boys U8 80m sprint, Morgan Buckley also had a good run to finish 3rd in the Boys U14 100m sprint, Aine O’Brien finished 2nd in the Shot Putt.The Boys U14 Relay team had a great run to finished 2nd (Relay team: Morgan Buckley, Michael Fogarty, Matt McGrath and Evan Mansfield), We hope to add more to the list next year, and thanks to all who helped out to
make this a success. Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7.00 pm to 8.00 pm Badminton: Tuesday 8-10 p.m. Contact Mairead Morrissey 087-7681975. Adult, Baby and Toddler Group: Is now finished for the summer and will return in September. A big thank you to Janice Barry and all involved with this wonderful group for their dedication to this wonderful community group. Forogie: A big thank you to all the leaders for their hard work in Foroige. The kids loved their new club and are looking forward to September when it re starts. Thanks comes from all kids and Parents as only for the Leaders This club could not continue (THANK YOU) Whitechurch National School: Congratulations to all involved in the Bring and Buy cake sale in the school hall last Friday which made €740 for West Waterford Hospice. Well done. Enjoy your summer holidays, stay safe and have fun! Good Luck to all those pupils moving onto secondary school in September. Deise Against Pylons: We can be contacted by phone, email or Facebook.Telephone: 085-2801977. Email: Deiseagainstpylons@hotmail.com Facebook: Deise Against Pylons. Community Alert: There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert Notes for Inclusion: If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email vikimulhall@gmail.com Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre. BALLINAMEELA LOTTO RESULTS - 23rd JUNE, 2014 Winning numbers were: 9, 11, 26. No winner. €20 winners: John Moynihan, Kereen; Mike Beston, Aglish; Ann Curran, Aglish; Jack Curran, Twomilebridge; Paul Hansberry, Ballintaylor. Next week’s jackpot €1,700 and the draw will take place in the Cruicin Lan.
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Cappoquin TIDY TOWNS WINDOW DISPLAY Berry and Aidan Walsh kindly offered one of their windows on main street for Tidy Towns to put on a window display. Creative input came from Cora Cummins who put a wonderful display together, complete with butterflies, trowels and pickers and lovely messages. Thank you so much Cora CONGRATULATIONS TO CAPPOQUIN CORNERSTONE FESTIVAL The 10th Anniversary celebrations were rolled out last weekend with a litany
of entertaining, colourful and fun events. Congratulations to all involved. It was a huge success - a vibrant mixture of events to keep every age group entertained and active. ALL HANDS ON DECK! The troops have been gathered and great work has been going on throughout the town. However, the weeds are relentless. We do have our Tus workers but there is so much work to do, and only 2 pairs of hands part time so....if you see any work that needs to be done, please just go for
it. Lets all play a part in keeping our town looking good. If everyone spends a little time keeping their area looking good, it will make such a difference. TIDY TOWN JUDGING PANEL The judges will be circulating any time between now and mid August, so please keep up all the effort. CAPPOQUIN CORNERSTONE CARNIVAL 2014 The Very Revd Paul Draper, Dean of Lismore Cathedral and Rector of Lismore Union of Parishes, including St. Anne's in Cappoquin sent this mes-
sage for Carnival Opening on Friday, 20th June last:“Saint Anne's is at the heart of Cappoquin and delighted to host the opening of the Carnival which looks even more exciting and engaging than ever this year. Not only does Cappoquin have a rich and detailed heritage, diverse and beautiful gardens and countryside, but also, critically, community, creativity and fun. Well done to the organisers, planners, supporters and all involved. Every blessing on your weekend. Go raibh maith agat”.
On Sunday, along with the old favourites like the historical walk and car treasure hunt, down in the GAA field the day of fun activities, dog show, terrier races, etc., was really brought to life by the demonstration from the emergency services, with the Coast Guard’s R111 helicopter clearly the star of the show. As always, the Carnival ended with the giant snapshot and the Pound Lane Ping Pong Pick-Up – if you haven’t seen this, then it’s impossible to get a sense of the crack really, and great thanks to Jimmy, Mick and Brian for the uplifting experience. We will have some photos of the 2014 Carnival in the coming weeks, with this week’s one showing just a section of the crowd at the helicopter demonstration. The whole weekend was fabulous, and was set off in particular by two things – the fine weather, and the generosity of spirit which saw so many people helping out as stewards, obstacle course builders, dog handlers, ball sellers, chair movers and who knows what else. Our local Council men too were fabulously supportive when barriers etc. were
needed. It is this kind of willingness of everyone to give a hand without seeking anything in return which, we think, is particularly special. Long may it continue. It was particularly poignant on Sunday night to know that as Carnival ended, the great Cornerstone man Billy Kiely had been laid to rest in his adopted Mayo. Billy was, among many other things, one of the writers involved in our heritage publication, ‘A Stitch in Time’ last year and had been hoping to get here for Carnival before he took ill. Few people epitomised a commitment to his birthplace more than Billy did, even though forced to move away in search of work when a young man, and he will be both fondly remembered and sorely missed by many. We will publish the final accounts for Carnival 2014 in the coming weeks, with a small loss anticipated because we really pushed the boat out for the tenth anniversary, but we think the place and the occasion were worth it. Thanks to our main sponsors, the Credit Union, and to the business people and general public who supported this year’s Carnival in any way.
Kristy and Grace Arrigan pictured before the Pink Bra High Nelly Cycle in Cappoquin. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
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THE CARNIVAL IS OVER Cornerstone Carnival Number 10 has been and is now gone. But what memories it has left! By popular acclaim, this was probably the best carnival yet. At the off on Friday night last, the committee made a presentation to Fr. Kiely to thank him for his support for the carnival and the community, and to mark both his jubilee and his anticipated retirement. After the lovely choral singing at the opening, the music and song, fire demonstration, art exhibition, dancing and middle distance running were soon in full swing, with approximately 160 runners from West Waterford AC joining the locals as the Dromana Five arrived. It was actually great to see some traffic chaos for a bit, in a
Chopper at Cappoquin.
place which has suffered more than many in recessionary times, and what great crowds there were! Saturday saw a new form of traffic chaos, with two hundred and seventy participants heading off on the inaugural Pink Bra High Nellie Cycle in aid of the Irish Cancer Society. What a wonderful event this turned out to be, and how magnificently the local people responded to this very worthy cause on the day. The Recession Olympics then took up the carnival baton, along with the market in the Square and the Battle of the Bars, until the Civic Link hosted barbecue at the Boathouse, outdoor music from Sampson and monster Carnival fireworks at eleven. The feelgood factor around town all evening was palpable.
Bridget Murray and Maureen Allen pictured before the Pink Bra High Nelly Cycle in Cappoquin. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
Yvonne Kearns, Maria Houlihan and Julie Rafferty, pictured before the start of the Pink Bra High Nelly Cycle in Cappoquin. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]
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Lismore LISMORE TIDY TOWNS At this time, the end of June it would be expected that the first adjudication in the National Tidy Towns Competition has taken place but irrespective of that the work still goes on. Over the past few weeks lots of different types of work has been carried out by many people within the community. The large heavy gates at the entrance to St. Carthage's Cathedral have been painted and some of the decorative sections painted in gold, it looks really well. Thanks to the select vestry at the Church of Ireland and their CES worker for a job well done. Thanks to Mr. Derek Dowd for his co-operation also in relation to signage. Business and private property owners in Main Street, New Street and Station Road have painted gates, boundary walls and properties in the last week and with the recent sunny weather lots of window boxes and hanging baskets have been put out so thanks to all those who have made the effort. Work continues at the hotel car park, a second section of the stone wall is now being rebuilt and already the appearance of the area is improving. Once again thanks to the owners of the hotel for carrying out this major work.
The Tidy Towns working team and its CES workers have also been busy. A large gate has been painted at Chapel Street; the cemetery walls and gates have been washed; the box hedging at the fire station has been trimmed; St. Carthage's Well has been swept and the railings painted; the gates at the entrance to Lady Louisa's Walk have been washed; the long footpath out to Ballyrafter House Hotel has been swept and all of the areas planted with Summer bedding have been weeded and watered. Bee attracting sedums have been planted at the layby on the Tallow Road and blue/purple perennials have been planted at the Butterfly corner, at the Grotto, Bankfield.Thanks to Alison, Cosy Meadows Plant Nursery for donating the plants. The two raised beds at the pump New Street has also got a revamp and we look forward to more colour in this area in the future with the new planting of perennials. In recent weeks Lismore Castle Arts have also been involved with work on the frontage of two empty properties in the town in preparation for a project called the “Beasts of Lismore” which will run from the 12th July to 31st August. Nickey Deeley presents an immersive event involving the history, archi-
tecture, public spaces and inhabitants of Lismore. St. Carthage's Hall will mark the beginning of a self guided trail through Lismore where you will discover whispers of evidence revealing the towns oldest and more mysterious visitors. For more information contact Lismore Castle Arts. We bid arrivederci / goodbye to our young Italian volunteer Francesca who has worked enthuiastically with the Lismore Tidy Towns group on our work evenings since early May. Francesca returns home to Italy this weekend after a work placement in Lismore Heritage Centre. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK With the sunny and rainfree weather of the past few weeks many of us have become more conscious of water usage and we keep thinking of next year when we will have the introduction of water charges, so the next time that you go to brush your teeth remember that letting the tap flow, while you idle around playing with the toothpaste tube or brushing for the allotted two minutes plus, uses 6 litres of water per minute or 24 litres per day if you 2 scrubs. Demand better practice of everyone using the bathroom wash basin. Don't leave the tap running when washing hands or brushing teeth.
Lismore Camogie UPCOMING FUNDRAISING EVENT Lismore Camogie Club will be holding a used clothes collection in the coming weeks in July as one of their Fundraising endeavours. As the summer is here at last its time to tidy out those wardrobes and presses and get rid of those old winter clothes, and why not support your local camogie club in doing so. Clothes can be either collected by or dropped off to the following people. Mary Russell (086) 3326128, Jojo Tobin (087) 2063880 or Ciara Duffin (087) 2923002 please contact any of those people to make arrangements. Alternatively there will be a collection point arranged for around the third weekend of July, please keep an eye on our notes or The Lismore Camogie Club Facebook page over the coming week for details.
U-16 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP The U-16 County Championship will begin on July 8th for our U-16 girls when they will be playing away to Tramore and round 2 will be at home on July 22nd to Clonea/Power. The U18Championship fixtures are due to be made at the time of going to press hopefully details for next weeks news. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Shona Curran, Shauna Kiernan, Nicola Morrissey, Shauna Prendergast and Ruth Geoghegan who are on the Waterford Intermediate Panel who defeated Meath in the first round of the All Ireland Intermediate series on Saturday last. The girls will be playing Cork at a home venue to be arranged on Saturday next, June 28th. Also Congratulations to Kelly Ryan who repre-
sented the Lismore / Ballysaggart Community Games club in the County Long Puck in the RSC on Sunday last, June 22nd. Kelly will take part in the All Ireland finals in Athlone in August. COUNTY PRIMARY DEVELOPMENT SQUAD Well done to Isabella Markiewich, Abbie Roche and Leann Landers who got through the trials for the County Primary development squad and had their first inter County blitz in Rathkeale Co. Limerick on Saturday. June 14th. WEBSITE Lismore Camogie Club in conjunction with Lismore GAA Club will be going live over the coming weeks when their new website will be launched. This website will be updated every week with the latest news and pictures along with some memories of the past.
Catriona Connery, Jenny Beresford, Roberta Foley and Rachel Power, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber at the Chamber's AGM held in Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club Premises. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart WE live in an age of hero/heroine worship. Then there is great grief when such a person becomes a flawed hero/heroine or even a fallen one. They are quickly replaced by another. And these persons can enthuse and encourage a pursuit of excellence in their particular social, cultural or sporting arena. We will befriend two great heroes of our Christian Faith, Peter and Paul. There was nothing instant in their rise to greatness. They learned very slowly and with great humility. If you can find your New Testament, the second part of the Bible you can walk with these persons in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Peter does the will of Christ to keep
the Church beyond the reach of the power of evil. Paul helps shape Church beyond the confines of Jewish Christian tradition. At a time of growing religious indifference, sometimes intended but more often than not noticed those who claim to be persons of Faith in Christ, need to become less apologetic for their Faith. If you can get away to another place for holidays try and participate in the local Church for the celebration of Mass. I noticed two things very different from how we do things in this parish. Every week day Mass included a homily spoken with enthusiasm for at least ten minutes and there was a
collection taken up at week day Masses. It was rather sad to see the kind of coinage placed in the baskets. It showed a reasonably mean streak in the worshippers. Apart from children all adults could place a reasonable note denomination in the basket. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 28th June - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 7.30 p.m. Sunday, 29th June - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM
Tallow CHERNOBYL CHILDREN’S TRUST There were a lot of tired and happy faces in Dublin airport in the early hours of Sunday morning last, when close on 40 of our children arrived here in Ireland for much needed rest and recuperation. We are looking forward to having them in our company with their host families in the coming month. We have several trips planned for them such as Fota Wildlife Park and trips to the seaside to name but a few. As an entirely voluntary organisation we continuously depend on your support, which has been tremendous I might add over the years. No matter how little or large, every bit of help we receive is greatly appreciated and you can be assured that every single donation goes directly towards the children and their families. At present we have in the East Cork and West Waterford area raffle tickets on sale for €2 each of a book of 3 for €5. These are available in local venues or from any committee mem-
ber. Contact Tom Doyle on 087-9974643 in the Tallow area or Tom Dineen on 087-2225374 in the Ballynoe/Conna area. Top prize includes two nights in the Midleton Park Hotel, a tour of the Heritage Centre/Old Distillery Midleton, a family day pass to Fota Wildlife Park and a host of many other top prizes. Our annual Open Day in Tallow, for donation/goods collection will take place in the usual premises, in Barrack St. near the Hotel on Saturday, 12th July from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. We urgently need clothes and shoes, slippers etc. for boys and girls from babies to teenagers. We cannot accept second-hand footwear as the health of our children is a top priority, I’m sure you understand this and all and any other goods such as toiletries soaps, etc. will be gladly accepted. On the same evening Saturday, July 12th our raffle will take place in the Corner House Bar Tallow at 9.00 p.m., a great evening assured with Mike
Rourke on the disco. Evening kindly sponsored by Bridie and Paddy Martin. I wish to take this opportunity to thank all our local businesses, and individuals for sponsoring many of our prizes, and a particular thanks to the management and staff of the Park Hotel Midleton for sponsoring our top prize. Thanks to everyone. TALLOW TÓSTAL FESTIVAL 2014 As our second annual festival drew to a close in Clancy’s Bar in Tallow with a barbecue, music, face painting and fun for all the large attendance spoke for itself. This was Monday, June 2nd as we ended our successful weekend. This had kicked off on Friday, May 30th when our local Carriage Club took our lovely entrants to the Community Centre for the choosing of our Festival Queen. This was a great night and Sarah Tobin who represented Tallow Tyre and was an eloquent winner. Our concert included local singers, dancers and even an unusual late entrant to our Queen competition Janine
Clancy our surprise entry. Saturday started with the unveiling of our plaque in honour of those who fought in World War 1. Next was the 5km walk/run. Over 100 people turned out and it was a great success. Saturday night we had a special production from Brideview drama which was top class. This was followed by our dance in the Community Centre, music by Tim Riordan and Natural Gas.We had a fancy dress for the children on Sunday evening which was judged by our Festival Queen. After this we had games which led us into the music on the street provided by the Trad Lads. Despite the bad evening weather-wise we had a decent crowd and a great atmosphere it created around the town.The lovely weather on Monday made for a great finish.To all who attended our festival, took part in any way, helped and supported us we are very thankful and hope to get new members to join our small but strong committee. Go raibh mile maith agaibh go leir.
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Photo shows 5th and 6th Class pupils Kilrossanty N.S. with class teacher Ann Kavanagh, Principal Catherine Dunwoody, Síle Murphy and Jenny Hunt following their recent win in the National History Competition.
Kilrossanty COLLECTION Thanks to all who contributed to the Irish Kidney Association last weekend. COMERAGH DEVELOPMENT GROUP Comeragh Development Group will hold their annual church gate collection this weekend at Masses in Kilrossanty, Fews and Faha. Your generosity would be greatly appreciated. I.C.A. Kilrossanty Guild will go on their day trip on 8th July to Rathwood Carlow and the Chocolate factory. Deposit of €10 must be paid as soon as possible. Non members very welcome. Evening meal will be
served at the Granville Hotel, Waterford. Please contact Molly at 087-7381655 to reserve your seat. Congratulations to one of our members Catherine Lawlor who came first in the bag and fasinator competition at the federation meeting last Monday night. She will represent the federation at An Grianan in July. Well done catherine. 40th ANNIVERSARY OF ORDINATION Don’t forget you are all invited to attend the celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the Priestly Ordination of Rev. Fr. John Delaney, P.P., of our Parish Fews and Kilrossanty. The celebration will commence with Mass at 8.00 p.m.
on the evening of 27th June. Afterwards there will be a gathering of his family, friends and all the parishioners in Crotty’s Inn, Lemybrien. Contact 086 3827934 for further information or if you wish to help with the catering etc. Hope to see you all at this important function on the night of 27th June. KILROSSANTY NATIONAL SCHOOL We had our 6th Class Graduation Mass last Friday at 10.30 am in St. Brigid's Church. A big thank you to Ms. Kavanagh and Fr. Cooney for preparing the pupils so well and for such a lovely service. Sixteen children are leaving us from 6th Class
and we wish them all well as they go on to secondary school. After the Mass we made presentations to the 6th Class pupils. We also had Síle Murphy and Jenny Hunt pay us a visit and we celebrated our win in the National History Competition with them. Finally the ice-cream van arrived and everyone was treated to an ice-cream thanks to the Parents Association Funds. We would like to take this opportunity to thank the Board of Management, the Parents Association and general parent body for their support throughout the year. We wish all our pupils and their families a happy and safe holiday. School re-opens on Monday 1st September.
Ballysaggart Community Development Company Vintage Tea Fundraiser A VERY successful fundraiser took place last weekend for the development of our old school, now the Community Centre. Our theme for this was a vintage tea room. A decision was made quickly to go to Lismore for the Imramma Festival weekend and with the kind permission from
Michelle O’Hanrahan to use her vacant shop on the Main Street we did just that. The posh table cloths and china were taken out of all the old cabinets and drawers to lay out the tables for morning coffee and afternoon tea. All our home baking came from
local ladies to give us a great array of scones, cupcakes, tarts etc. This went down a treat with all our customers who visited us during the three days and we were complemented every day for our effort. A big thank you to all who helped in anyway during the week-
Enjoying the setting at the Vintage Tea Fundraiser.
end. Our raffle was also a huge success, thanks to everyone who donated the prizes and congratulations to all 16 prize winners. This was a social event as well with people meeting up and having a chat over a cup of tea, overall a very enjoyable and successful fundraiser was had.
NAÍONRA CHOILL MHIC THOMÁISÍN MINI MARATHON RUNNERS Well done to Annice Griffin, Laura Balfe and Sandra Norris for taking part in the women's mini marathon in Dublin on June 2nd. As well as having a great day the girls raised an incredible €866 for An Naíonra. We are really grateful to them for volunteering to run the mini-marathon on our behalf this year. Táimíd fíor bhuíoch daoibh.!. Go raibh míle maith agaibh !. Thanks a million girls for organising this fundraising effort for An Naíonra and a big thank you to everyone in the village who sponsored the girls to run in the marathon and supported them to raise such a fantastic amount of money for our community based pre-school. We depend on the support of the community to keep us going year after year and we appreciate especially in these hard times that people have to dig deep to support us, Once again we salute Annice, Laura and Sandra for the brilliant total of €866 that they achieved. Go raibh míle maith agaibh arís. ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Trevor Mears, Old Road, Kilmacthomas and Catherine Roche, Lismore Avenue, Dungarvan who recently announced their engagement. Wishing you both a lifetime of happiness. THANKS The Irish Kidney Association would like to thank
everyone who contributed to their annual Church gate collection taken up at all Masses last week-end. A big thank you to all our helpers on both days. SCHOOL PLAY Newtown School 5th and 6th classes present Cinderella and Rockerfella on Thursday 26 th June at 7.30 pm at All Saints Church, Newtown. Admission adults €5 and children €3. A free raffle will take place on the night. All are very welcome. End of year Mass on Friday at 10.30 am in Newtown Church. SCHOOL HOLIDAYS School is out on Friday, we wish a long and happy sunshine summer to all the pupils and hope they will enjoy safe and happy holidays. LOTTO DRAW Results for the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw on Saturday 21 st June, letters drawn M, T, V, W, no jackpot winner, five winners of €20 each to: Leanne Casey, Kilmac, Martin Sutton, Riverview, Kilmac, Grace Power, Union Road, Kilmac, Gina Quinlan, Grawn and Tommy, Charlie and Billy Power, Riverview, Kilmac,. Next week’s jackpot €3,050. Be in to win. WHIST Results for the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday last, Breda Galvin, Margaret Riordan, E. Keane, Kitty Murphy, Biddy Fitzgerald, Maura Lannon, Alice Walsh, Mary Drohan, Mary O'Donnell, Mary Walsh and Mary Kirwan. Raffle winners Monica Gough, Kitty Murphy and Mary Kirwan.
Modeligo PASTORAL PRESENTATION Our P.P. Fr. Kiely is celebrating the golden jubilee of his ordination to the priesthood this year, and to mark the occasion, the Modeligo/Affane Pastoral Council made a presentation of a memento of his 10 years as P.P. of Modeligo/Affane, during the concluding part of last Saturday evening Mass at Affane. Council chairman John Moore made the presentation on behalf of the group, and Fr. Kiely expesssed his thanks and commended the Pastoral Council for their work and co-operation over the past 10 years. SUMMER CAMP A summer camp will be held at the Modeligo Community Centre starting on June 24th. There will be arts and crafts for all ages and outside activities such as football, hurling, treasure hunts and lots lots more! It's for children between the ages of 4 and 12, and will run each day between 10 am and 12.30 pm. For further details contact Maria at 087 6403895. WEDDING BELLS Hearty congratulations from family and friends to Susan Nugent, Scart, and David Hehir, Glenbeg, on the occasion of their wedding which took place at Modeligo on May 30th. We extend our good wishes for the future to Susan and David. MODELIGO NS SCHOOL NEWS We got our Summer holidays on Friday last, hopefully we'll get plenty fine weather and have lots of fun. We had a visit from Tayto Park Park Mobile Zoo, and we got to see all kinds of amazing creatures. Also we had our annual sports Day, an occasion enjoyed by all. We had our end-of-year Mass on Tuesday last, attended by staff, children and parents alike.We were a small bit sad because we ahve to say goodbye to the 6th class of 2014. Be3st wishes then to Isaqbelle Sheehan, Sadhb O'Shea, Jessica Burke, Cathryn O'Brien, Aoífe O'Donovan, Aoífe O'Byrne, Emily O'Mahony, Oisin Reddy, Owen Phelan, Rory McCarthy Niall Dalton and Bernard Wright. Best wishes for secondary School next year. Also not forgetting to say goodbnye to Karen, who has been on the staff for the past number of years. also best wishes to staff member Amy for her upcoming nuptuals. CRANNCHUR AITIUL The numbers drawmn from the drum on Saturday night last were 10, 18 and 26, and we had one jackpot winner: congrats, then to Gerry Fitzgerald Dungarvan winner of a cheque for €3,500. The winning was sold to him by his brother-in-law John Fitzgerald, Derra, and Catherine Nugent, Scart, Derek Kelly, c/o Deckies, Marie Walsh, Clashmore and Robyn and Chloe Fitzgerald were our €25 lucky dip winners. An tSeachtain seo chughainn, beidh €500 sa phota óir.
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Scéim cuairteoirí baile ag tosnú go luath. Language support scheme for families beginning soon.
Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise SCÉIM CÚNTÓIRÍ BAILE / IRISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES Tosnófar ar scéim cúntóirí baile sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal i mbliana agus táimid ag lorg teaghlaigh gur spéis leo cúntóir baile ar feadh uair nó dhó in aghaidh na seachtaine. An coincheap taobh thiar den scéim ná cainteoirí maithe Gaeilge ag dul isteach i dteaghlaigh chun cabhrú le saibhreas na Gaeilge agus foclór an teaghlaigh. Is le cabhair ó LCDP a chuirfear an scéim seo ar siúl. A new scheme where Irish speakers will help families improve their spoken language will commence in an Rinn and an Sean Phobal in the coming months. The concept of the scheme is that a fluent speaker will visit the family once per week, with a plan of improving the vocab and spoken Irish over a number of months, in an informal manner, including games and activities. We are now looking for families who are interested in taking part in the scheme. Contact Míchéal on 058-46664 nó
cfdeise@gmail.com for further information. TOGRA TURASÓIREACHTA – PUBLIC MEETING IN AN SEAN PHOBAL Tá Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise, le cabhair ó Chompháirtíocht Leader Phort Láirge ag tosnú ar chúrsaí turasóireachta i nGaeltacht na nDéise a tharraingt le chéile ar mhaithe leis an gceantar. Beimid ag díriú ar thurasóireacht cultúrtha agus conas an leas is fearr a bhaint as an gceantar - an Rinn agus an Sean Phobal a chur chun cinn agus deis a thabhairt dóibh siúd atá ag obair in earnáil na turasóireachta teacht le chéile. Tá Thérése McDermott ceapaithe chun an togra a stiúradh agus beidh sí ag bualadh leo siúd atá sáite san obair seo sna seachtainí atá romhainn amach. Is féidir dul i dteagmháil léi ag myhandsonevents@gmail.com nó ag 087 2478615. Beidh an dara cruinniú poiblí ar siúl ar an Luan, 30 Meitheamh, chun deis a thabhairt do dhaoine a bheith páirteach sa togra seo i Halla Cholmáin sa Sean Phobal ag 7 pm. Togra Turasóireachta - Briefing
Meeting - Monday June 30th Halla Chólmáin, An Sean Phobal, 7 pm If you are interested in being part of the Cultural Tourism Development Project in Gaeltacht na nDéise please join us for the second briefing meeting this coming Monday (30 June) at 7 pm in Halla Cholmáin in an Sean Phobal. Anyone wishing to attend please register with Therese by email at myhandsonevents@gmail.com or by phone 087 2478615. Please spread the word. PÁIRC UILE AIMSIRE Is féidir an pháirc uile aimsire a chur in áirithe tré glaoch a chur ar Ann Hogan ar 086-1655137. The all-weather pitch in An Sean Phobal can be booked by calling Ann Hogan on 086-1655137. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Ní bheidh aon dochtúir ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Leighis na Rinne ar feadh cúpla seachtain. Nuair a bheidh dochtúir ann arís, cuirfear an scéal sna nótaí seo. There will be no doctor at the Health Centre in an Rinn in the coming weeks. As soon as a doctor is working at the centre, we will have the information
here. All patients will be seen by Dr. Brady and Dr. Higgins in Strandside; (058) 41227. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 0851520494. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An Sean Phobal branch of St. Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 nó 085-1520494. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal ar an leathnach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhlucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, seol iad chuig cfdeise@gmail.com nó 058-46664.
Knockanore/Glendine/Kilwatermoy MEETING Next Council meeting is Thursday the 26th of June at 8.30 p. m in the Hall. CONGRATULATIONS A huge congratulations goes out to Knockanore National School on achieving their 4th Green Flag. The flag raising ceremony was held last Wednesday morning and it was a privilege to be there to see the smiles on the children's faces as they saw the flag being raised. It truly is a great achievement for the children and the school.We wish them all the best in their future efforts in achieving the next Flag!!!!! FETE 2014 Well there is only a week to go before the start of our Fete for 2014. Anyone interested in volunteering to help out in any capacity over the 4 day event, please come along to our meeting on Thursday or forward your name and phone number to any member of the community coun-
cil. Here is a rundown again of the schedule of events for the 4 days: Among our plans are the return of our very successful Fun Run and Walk which will kick off our 4 day festival on Thursday July 3rd. Registration for the 5K Run & 5K Walk begins at 6.45 p.m at the KGK Hall with the run starting at 7.15 p.m followed by the walk. Later that evening at 9.30 p.m in The Shamrock Inn will be a Table Quiz. Teams of 4 per table. Friday July 4th will be a Progressive 45 Drive. This will be held at The Shamrock Inn, with a start time of 9.00 p.m. Saturday July 5th will be the Soccer Blitz in the JFK Field, Knockanore and we have the return of the Bumper Bingo night that will be held again in the KGK Hall at 8.30 p.m This brings us to the big day on Sunday July 6th in the JFK Field, 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,Tag Rugby, 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 4 days!
Dear Editor, June 20th 2014 As a part of Tallow we are very proud of the area in which we live and as with many small groups of people in various towns and villages across the land we strive, successfully, I might add, to keep the area in which we and our families dwell, in top condition. The maintenance of our green and the planting of flowers and shrubs in recent years we feel is a credit to one and all. The only major concern we have is the constant and persistent dog fouling. This of course goes without saying, is no fault of the dogs, quite simply and plainly the arrogance and couldn’t care less attitude of their owners, who simply ignore and couldn’t care less about the danger it poses to human beings, particularly our children, who play in what should be a safe and healthy environment. This problem is not only confined to our area, as the footpaths leading to our local National School are quite simply a disgrace. Also the beautiful walkway provided by our local hardworking Community Council, namely The Ramp Boreen, doesn’t fare any better. As with many requests in the past, this will most likely fall on deaf ears again. We as a community will no longer tolerate it, and will have no hesitation whatsoever, if witnessing such disgusting behaviour, report it to the relevant authorities. We are not afraid to name and shame those irresponsible people. Quite simply we are fed up with it. And we will be watching you from here on in. WOODVIEW PARK RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION
St. Mary’s Parish, Dungarvan SS Peter and Paul, Apostles – Acts 12:1-11 Now I know the Lord really did save me from Herod. Timothy 4:6-8. 17-18 All there is to come now is the crown of righteousness reserved for me. Matthew 16:13-19 You are Peter, and I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Will be celebrated on Friday next, June 27th.The Novena to the Sacred Heart began on Thursday last, June 19th. Leaflets with prayers and the Novena prayer are available in the Church and in the porches and at the statue of the Sacred Heart. Please pray the Novena Prayer each day – Lord Jesus Christ, your heart was moved with love for the men and women who came for help in their need. You healed the sick, you fed the hungry, you forgave sinners, you cried over Jerusalem. Above all, you showed to those who were prepared to listen the way to true life, for you are the Way, the Truth and the Life. Lord, your heart is still moved today by your people and their many needs. Open our hearts to hear your word, to accept your love, and to respond to your call. In particular, I beg you to grant me the favour I ask during this novena (make your request silently), provided that it will contribute to my own eternal good and to the building up of your Kingdom of justice, peace and love here on earth. Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you. Peter’s Pence Collection next weekend, June 28th/29th. Peter’s Pence, the annual collection for the pope and the Various Needs of the Diocese will be taken up next weekend, June 28/29th, as a Second Collection after Communion at all the Masses. Envelopes for the collection are available in the church and in the porches. For those using the weekly envelopes, please use the yellow and white envelope for the ‘Pope and Diocesan Purposes’, 29th June, 2014, from your box of envelopes. West Waterford Pilgrimage to Lourdes on Thursday, July 17th, from Cork for 5 days. Contact Tandem Travel for details. 2014 is the Year of the Holy Name of Jesus – The aim of the year is that we may be more conscious of the Holy Name of Jesus and use it with reverences and respect and not carelessly and without respect. 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. St.Vincent de Paul Helpline No. 087-7747870. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282. Weekday Masses – Please note that on the occasion of funerals in St. Mary’s Church, there will only be one morning Mass at 11.00 a.m. (No 9.30 a.m. Mass). Masses already booked on those occasions will be rescheduled for the next available time.
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West Waterford BALLYCURRANE SCHOOL NEWS Farewell Ciara & Emma Very Rev. Fr. O'Gorman celebrated our End of Year Mass in Ballycurrane N.S. on Friday, 20th June. As we say farewell to Ciara Prendergast and Emma Musgrave, we wish them well in secondary school. Thanks to Peggy, Veronica & Edel The parents, staff and pupils of Ballycurrane N.S. would like to express their gratitude to Peggy Beausang, Veronica Curran and Edel Cadogan for their many years of dedicated service to the school. A party was organised in the school on Friday last to celebrate and wish them well. A great time was had by all! AID CANCER TREATMENT Youghal Flag Day Aid Cancer Treatment are having their Annual Flag Day in Youghal on Friday, 4th July. Anyone available on the day and would like to volunteer would be very much appreciated, contact Margaret Walsh at 024/96375 or Helen Trihy 024/96323. FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life finishes up for the summer season on tomorrow Thursday until Tuesday, 2nd September. Many thanks to everybody who took part since we started in January. A special word of thanks to Anne, Martin and Brian who did a lot of work throughout the six months of training. Also thanks to all the people who have turned out week after week and helped to raise over €1,300.00 for Children’s Hospital, Crumlin, and hopefully improved your level of fitness. Hope to see ye all back in September. SINGLES RINGS TOURNAMENT We have reached the finals of the Rising Sun Singles rings tournament and over the next two weeks or so we will have the play off for the winners in both the A & B groups – It’s a three way play off between Pat Dalton, Pa McCarthy and Liam Troy in the A group. While Podge Cunningham and Mike O’Neill play-off for the winner of the B final. Be sure to keep
an eye out for the date and time for these challenges – they are games not to be missed. ICE CREAM SUNDAY! Your support for “Down syndrome ice cream day”, which takes place Sunday, 29nd June, from 12 noon to 2.00 p.m. would be very much appreciated. Our West Waterford venue, for this very worthy charity takes place in the picturesque village of Villierstown outside the recently re-opened - village shop (with kind permission from new owners). We wish them well with their new venture. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO DRAW Sunday, June 22nd Here are the results of the weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto Draw – which took place in Clashmore last Sunday night, June 22nd, the letters drawn were drawn S, J,Y and U.We had no winner jackpot winner so next week’s jackpot will be €2,450. €20 lucky dips went to: Dermot Murphy, Clashmore; Aiden O’Rourke, Clashmore; Pat Collins, Kilgabriel. Thanks to all our friends for your continued support! CLASHMORE AFTER SCHOOL CLUB Thanks for Your Support! The Afternoon Tea and Cake Sale ran by the children in Clashmore Afterschool Club last Thursday was a huge success. A big 'THANK YOU' to all who supported the event and especially the children who show cased their new talents in baking and crafts and serving some delicious goodies. The funds raised will go directly back to the children in the afterschool club in enriching their experience at the club. The summer camp programme begins in the first week of July for 4 weeks we still have a few places available at €30 per week, Contact Jackie on 086 8858187. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG LADIES GAA Under 16s Congratulations to our under 16’s girls who won the county final on Saturday last
Edel Cadogan, Veronica Curran and Peggy Beausang.
against St. Oliver’s. Well done girl. AGLISH/ BALLINAMEELA/ MOUNT STUART PARISH Special Parish Mass Celebration On Sunday, June 15th last, we had the celebration of a very special Mass in the parish to mark the Golden Jubilee of the ordination of Fr. John Kiely a native of the parish who serves as Parish Priest of Cappoquin, Modeligo and Affane. Fr. John celebrated his first Mass on the 15th of June, 1964, in the same Church. On Sunday Fr. Kiely was chief celebrant assisted by Monsignor Patrick Osbourne, Fr. Finbar Lucey, Fr. Patrick Fitzgerald, and Fr. Gerard O’Connor, P.P., Aglish. A number of Fr. Kiely’s family took part in the Mass and the choir provided appropriate music. Our thanks to all who helped out and thanks to all the People took time to have a cup of tea afterwards in the Parochial House. Grave yard Masses 2014 The annual celebration of masses for deceased relatives and friends at rest in our cemeteries will be celebrated as follows: Aglish: Friday, July 4th, at 7.30 p.m. Ballinameela: Friday, July 11th, at 7.30 p.m. Mount Stuart: Friday, July 18th, at 7.30 p.m. All are welcome especially those living out side of the parish with relatives at rest here. Parish Event On Tuesday last, June 17th, in Aglish Church we had an evening of Christian Singing from Achill Island, Co. Mayo. I was a nice event and was enjoyed by all present. Our thanks to all who helped out. KINSALEBEG MACRA On Saturday night last Kinsalebeg hosted the exchange night with other Macra clubs from around the county – here in Clashmore – with a fancy dress social night! A big thanks to Aine Curran who helped sponsor our Fancy Dress Prizes – The best dressed
on the night went to “Danger Eddie” from Waterford City Macra and Paul McGrath from our own Kinsalebeg Club. Best partnership dressed went to the two bannas Mark and Thomas Cunningham. Our club would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came along and supported us on the night. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our weekly Clashmore 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar on Monday night, our top prize winners this week on ten games were Mary O’Donovan and Eileen Dower. In second place jointly on nine games we had Mike Hunt and Martin Lynch, Mary Dower and Jack Douris. Best of the last five were Nell Foley and Jim McGrath; our lucky last game winners were Tom Osbourne and John Motherway. Cards as usual on Monday night at 9.00 p.m. sharp well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE / KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €5,100 Our weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night, our four numbers were 7, 14, 25, 26; we had no match four ticket in the drum. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,100 when our draw takes place at the Rising Sun Bar. Well done to the following who were the lucky winners of €20 spot prizes: Liam Flynn; Mairead Fahey, Ardmore; Angela O’Neill, Ardsallagh; Rosaleen Connery, Aglish; Vincent Donovan, Modeligo. Thanks as always to all our supporters. RETIREMENT CELEBRATION As many of you may know Mrs. Veronica Curran – who has given 40 years teaching at Clashmore National School is retiring. To mark the occasion on Friday, July 4th, Mass will be celebrated at 8.00 p.m. in Clashmore Church followed by refreshments in the Decies Bar. This is an open invitation to all of you past and present pupils and your families and all her friends to come along on the night – you will be all very welcome.
Irene Malone from Carrick-on-Suir Musical Society celebrates winning the 'Best Actress' Sullivan section for her role as Evita in 'Evita' at the Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) annual awards ceremony in Killarney at the weekend. [Don MacMonagle]
Lyre Heritage News By Marie O’Shea GRAND OPENING A beautiful summer evening made the perfect setting for the first night of the new season in Lyre. The “usual suspects” and a few more arrived and we had young and old joining in music and craic.The little old house was so welcoming and Mary’s coffee sponge is to die for – not to mention the scones! I couldn’t help but remark how music is such an excellent cure for the blues. Modern life is stressful. We all experience tough events and need to know how to handle them. Here are some hints to help; Don’t be an ostrich. Avoiding the issue won’t make it go away. Find the root of it and deal with it. Worry about possible
future events is a waste of time. They may never happen. Live in the now. If you waste the present worrying about the future you are just creating more stress. Do a “mind download” instead. Get everything you have to do and everything that’s worrying you out onto paper. Emptying your mind of all that stuff brings wonderful relief. Now make a plan for one thing at a time. Switch off. Do a bit of gardening. Take a walk. Watch a funny movie. Better yet – come to Lyre and have a good laugh – let your hair down and sing your heart out! All that fresh air in the lungs ventilates the mind as well. We’ll be there again next Thursday. See you there!
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ANNUAL BOOK SALE Our annual fundraising book sale will take place this Thursday 26th to 28th June at the usual venue, at the entrance to Garvey's Supermarket, Main Street.Thousands of books on all subjects - history, novels, childrens, Irish language, etc - something for everyone. So come along and find lots of bargains. Open from 9.00 a.m. each day. A big thank you to all those who donated books. PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION As part of our outreach in the community initiative, we are currently planning a photographic exhibition which will take place in The Plaza Shopping Centre, Dungarvan in July.There will be a fascinating collection from the museum's past exhibitions of images of people ,places, and events from Dungarvan and surrounds. Further details nearer the time. HERITAGE WEEK 23rd TO 31st AUGUST This year the Museum Society are teaming up with the County Heritage office to present a talk by Mr. John Martin titled - 'Dungarvan -Historic Town Atlas'. The town atlas is a project of the Royal Irish Academy which was first launched in 1981. A number of towns and cities have already been published. Waterford city and Dungarvan are both being researched at present and John Martin has been commissioned to write and research Dungarvan. For this talk John will tell us what he has found to date and the format of the finished atlas and its benefit to local people, schools etc. The publication is being supported by Waterford County & City Council. The talk will take place on Monday, 25th August in the Town Hall Theatre at 8.00 p.m. Admission is Free. GROUP VISITS TO MUSEUM Last week we had a visit by the pupils of St. Mary's Primary School, Dungarvan. It is vital that we encourage young people in particular to take an interest in the history of their locality. Schools and other groups can be given a guided tour, there are replica items which can
be handled and DVDs on local subjects such as The Moresby, Railways etc. If you are interested in arranging a visit please ring 05845960 to make an appointment. LOCAL HISTORY Fire in Dungarvan Bridewell - report from Waterford News 20th March 1868:Thomas Hughes was indicted for having, on the 4th January last, maliciously set fire to a bed in the Dungarvan Bridewell...the property of the Queen, and others.. The prisioner was defended by Mr. Power solicitor, Mr. James Shaw, (examined by Mr. O'Donnel, QC., ) is bridewell keeper at Dungarvan, and was so in January last; knows the prisioner; he was put into custody on 4th January ...three male prisioners (including Hughes) and one female were imprisioned the same day; witness put three male prisioners in the day-room; there was a fire in that room; Hughes was searched, but there was nothing ignitable found upon him...witness went into the cell, and there found the bed on fire, witness got some police and a couple of magistrates from the Sessions Court, and they put out the fire...John Hearn was a prisioner in the bridewell on 4th January [he saw the prisoner brake] the window with a metal pint. William Keane, an old beggarman, a prisioner,...deposed he saw Hughes breaking a window of the day-room with the bellows. The jury found Thomas Hughes not guilty on the grounds of insanity. Note:The bridewell keeper, James W. Shaw was the father of the Dungarvan born author known as 'Shaw Desmond', whose real name was Charles Nanthaniel Lowe Shaw and was born in Dungarvan in 1877. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.; Saturday 1.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. June to August. Phone 058-45960; Email:info@waterfordmuseum.ie; Web:www.waterfordmuseum.ie; www.facebook.com/waterfordcountymuseum
Abbeyside Scout Group SCOUTS had no meeting this week to allow the leaders time for planning the final details for Annual Camp. We have been collecting deposits and payments for camp, many thanks to everyone who brought in their money. As of now, we have 26 scouts and venturers attending, and still a few undecided. Those with amounts outstanding please contact Paul or Niamh to arrange payment, as meetings are concluded now until July 9th at the usual times, to pack for camp. And a gentle reminder, parents are asked to please not give excessive pocket money, €40 is loads for the week. Speaking of packing, the personal gear list for scouts going to Cuskinny is as follows: CAMPING GEAR Rucksack/Duffle bag Torch and/or head torch (w/extra batteries) Mess Kit (plate, mug, dish and knife/fork/spoon) Water bottle CLOTHING Socks (min. 2 pairs) Tee Shirts (min. 2) Underwear (min. 2) Long Pants (2) Sweatshirt or hoodie Jacket/Coat Sleepwear Hiking shoes/boots Extra Pair of Shoes or runners (not open-toed) Raingear/Poncho
Sun hat UNIFORM Uniform Shirt Uniform Pants Scout Belt Uniform Cap Troop Neckerchief/Camp Neckerchief Woggle BEDDING Sleeping bag Sleeping pad Pillow or camp pillow OTHER ITEMS Medications clearly labelled Scouting Trail Handbook Notebook and pencils Compass Penknife (only 1, blade no longer than middle finger) Camera (Optional) Bivouac Bag Wetsuit (optional) Bug spray Camping chair TOILETRIES Soap in a carrier (or plastic bag) Towels and washcloths Toothbrush & Toothpaste Comb or Brush Deodorant Tissues The plan is to depart the den at 12.00 on Sunday the 13th July, and depart Cuskinny (outside Cobh) on the 19th at 14.00. We will be car-pooling with parents, please ensure that your son has agreed if he is
going with someone else, or confirmed to you that you are bringing other scouts. Leave no scout behind! Also remember that we will come back on the 19th via the den to offload equipment, this is a group task. Many hands make light work. In other news, we will support the raft cancer charity event in August, at a minimum by loaning equipment to the organisers, but also hope to enter a full team (depending on who is here at the time). See more by searching for “RAFT RACE Challenge August 10th at 4.00 p.m.” on Facebook or Google. We would like to extend our sympathy to the family of the late Pat Morrissey who passed away last week. Anyone who has camped in our Glenshelane scout campsite will have seen our third old style former county council workers roadside caravan in place by the river. Pat was instrumental in making sure this beautiful caravan got a good home with us, when it reached the end of its days with the local council. We will do a full camp report in late July, hopefully with lots of pictures of fun in the sun. We wish all supporters of scouting a wonderful summer and will see you back in the Autumn!
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THE SUN SHINES ON MOUNT MELLERAY ANNUAL CUB SCOUT CAMP! ON Friday evening, the 4th, Waterford’s Abbeyside Cub Scout group embarked on their annual camping expedition to Mount Melleray Scouting Centre. Arriving in the early evening sun, the Cub Scouts first task was to put up the tents and lay out their sleeping bags ready for 2 nights under canvas. On the campsite there were several other groups from different parts of Waterford: Dungarvan; De La Salle; St. Paul’s; Ferrybank. It was a great opportunity to meet other Cubs, Beavers and Leaders. After a few games in the main field of rugby and soccer, we grabbed a bite to eat and then set off on a night hike to the Cross, set in the hills behind Mount Melleray Abbey. The hike took the Cubs past the Abbey farm, then through the woods and finally, after a short climb, on
to the top of one of the hills and to the Cross. By the time we reached the Cross the sun had almost set and clear skies were filled with stars. It was a great experience for everyone who participated. Highlights included a suspected sighting of a U.F.O. At one point panic ensued when a herd of donkeys passed silently by, close to the Cubs, who caught sight of them by torch light. Thankfully, calm was soon restored. Once back at camp, it was to bed we went and a good night’s sleep was had by all. Saturday dawned bright and sunny, ideal conditions for the planned hike to Glenshelane. We set-off down the road and turned into the wooded valley close to the Mount Mellaray Grotto.Walking through the woods the Cubs sung a few songs, learnt how to hoot
like owls and refreshed themselves with splashes of river water. At Glenshelane, picnic lunches were rapidly consumed, then the Cubs put their fire lighting skills to the test.The reward for those that were successful was sausages and beans cooked “Backwoods style”. In the afternoon, the Cubs built a shelter for 14 in the woods and set another campfire. Some of the Cubs were keen to camp overnight in the shelter until they heard the Leaders tales about woodland beasts and creepy crawlies. On returning to base camp, there was some “down-time” to relax, play soccer and chat to other Cubs before it was time to wage a friendly war with the other groups in a Monster Water Fight. Yep, Cubs, Beavers, Brownie’s and most of the Leaders grabbed anything that was handy and could be filled with water and on the whistle water fighting chaos was unleashed. It seemed to be every man, women and child for themselves with no mercy shown. In fact, it seemed the youngest “fighters” were the meanest, quite happy to creep up behind their Leader and give them a good soaking! Having drip-dried, everyone tucked into a BBQ of burgers and sausages rounded off with ice-cream. The proceeds of funds raised for this meal were partly spent on the food itself. The balance, a considerable sum, was donated to a leading Downs Syndrome charity. To round of Saturday,
everyone gathered at the main camp fire, arena and sat around a huge fire giving welcome warmth as the sun set. The Master of Ceremonies Tom, led a wide range of camp fire songs, most of which included actions. Songs about Moose; Zombies; Drunken Sailors and a Squashed Baby Bee. During the sing-song candy floss was served to keep the kids blood sugar high enough to help them stay awake for the film. The Venture Scouts had helped the Leaders to set up a Log frame and stretched a sheet across it to form a Cinema Screen, visible from the Camp fire arena. An excellent sound system, tested with songs like Gangnam Style and 1-D, created an awesome outdoor cinema. The feature film was “The Lego Movie” – Clever, hilarious and perfect entertainment for 150+ kids. By the time the film finished around midnight, the Cubs and the Leaders were ready to crash. Another good night’s sleep was had. Sunday was bright and sunny again. We could not have had more perfect weather for the weekend. After breakfast, camp was packed up. The Venture Scouts then took the Cubs on a quick 1 hour orienteering course around the local fields and wood. At 12 o’clock it was pick-up time and some very tired and very happy Cubs headed back to the civilized world having enjoyed an “Everything is Awesome” weekend!
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Magnificent turn-out on Ring beaches Michael Landers receiving his gold medal in May.
Finisk River Riders S.O.C. do it again THE competition season started in May when five of our riders headed up to
Conor Fraher receiving gold in May competitions.
Clonshire, Limerick. Michael Landers, Michael Horgan, Laura Lanigan, Laura Wall and Conor Fraher. Each competing in two disciplines, trail riding and equitation. The girls did really well bringing home two Golds and two Silvers each. Michael Landers landed a Gold and Bronze, Michael Horgan was rewarded with a Silver and fourth place and after much persuasion from the Judges Conor Fraher got the pony he wanted to ride for his competition and brought back two Silvers. A lot has to be said for Conor's determination, it certainly pays off. Well done guys. In June we had the National Games again held in Clonshire Limerick and as you know David Tobin and Davina Power have been training for the last 6 months for this big competition. These competitions are qualifiers for the World Games
which are held in Los Angeles 2015. These competitions were held over two days so a lot of tension among the Riders. Davina rode first and was given a horse that needed a strong confident rider and the Judges rewarded her fabulous skill by giving her Gold in her category. Brilliant start for her. Next up was David. His group had a lot of very accomplished riders so there was stiff competition, but David rode really well and came in Second place. The following day Davina and David rode their trail ride and executed it brilliantly, and both came in second in their categories. Both David and Davina are at the top of their game in Ireland, huge achievement well done guys we are all so proud of you. During the course of their stay Sharon Power stayed with Davina and David and was their chaperone for the
three days so thanks Sharon for all your support. Like all big events there is always a great team behind the scenes working very hard to have everything running smoothly and the most important part of the event were the horses and ponies that were on loan. Our Connemara pony Flash was in great demand throughout the three days. Flash is no stranger to these big competitions. In 2003 when the World Games were held in Kill, Co. Dublin he
helped his American Rider win two Golds for her country. A great ambassador for Connemara ponies everywhere who are known for their wonderful temperament and ability to adapt to all riders. Our Club is still very busy during the summer months with camps and club competitions and treks. We are always looking for volunteers to help out, so if interested don't hesitate to call out and see the wonderful work the athletes do each week.
Molly, Marie and Jack Magner from Clonmel at the Cunnigar Beach, for the 2014 An Taisce Coast Care Clean-up. [Joan Clancy]
David and Ed during National Games.
Out on a Trek.
THERE was a magnificent turn out on the beaches in Ring on Saturday, May 31st. Over one hundred people of all ages pitched in to help with the cleanup of the four beaches as part of An Taisce Coast Care. “This great community event was very successful!” said Anne Kenneally from Coiste Maisithe na Rinne – Ring Peninsula Community Group. “We were blessed with a beautiful sunny day, and we are grateful to all those who assisted with the clean up, including Beachcombers Maeve and Seamus Phelan, local oyster farmers, An Taisce Coast Care, the Environment Section of Waterford City & Co Council, SPAR An Rinn, and the local media!” said Hon Press Sec. Joan Clancy.
David Tobin, Davina Power and Flash (Connemara).
Waterford Festival of Architecture 2014 A VERY successful outreach programme, ‘Architects in Schools’ in partnership with the Arts Office,Waterford City & County Council facilitated by architects, Harry Bent and Garry Forristal, reached a conclusion on Thursday, 19th June, with an exhibition of finished works by students from Portlaw National School and the Gael Scoil Philib Barún, Tramore. The children enjoyed a great day out which included a tour of the Waterford School of Architecture and Certificates were presented by Margaret Organ, Arts Officer,Waterford City & County Council. All prizes were kindly sponsored by Hasbro Ireland. The Exhibition of the students models and drawings were on display and will be exhibited again during the Festival 27th – 29th September. ABOUT US The Waterford Festival of Architecture (WFA) is a festival which supports architects and works towards enhancing the understanding and appreciation of architecture among the wider community, including creative practitioners of other artistic disciplines. It produces a high quality programme of events that maximise its unique status in Ireland as the only festival of architecture outside of the capital. Further details of the exciting programme of festival events will be announced at the festival launch in August.
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Alain & Morganne prepare to board the helicopter.
Excitement in the skies over Ballyduff WE often see helicopters flying overhead, but last Saturday June 21st. saw the rare occurrence of one landing not just once but three times at Upper Ballyduff in County Waterford. Famous French film producer Alain Pancrazi & his equally famous wife fashion & jewellery designer Morganne Bello were staying at the K Club in Kildare and decided to come to Blackwater Lodge for a day’s salmon fishing. They flew down by helicopter and landed close to the Lodge thanks to the kind co-operation of the Lodge’s neighbouring farmer Shamy Daly. Alain and Morganne spent a wonderful day fishing at Ballyhooly in the morning and then down to Kilmurry for a sumptuous lunch on the bank of the river followed by the afternoon fishing when Morganne actually hooked a
salmon but unfortunately lost it.They were overwhelmed by the welcome & friendliness of all concerned and arranged for the helicopter to take Shamy Daly’s daughters for a tour of the area to say “Thank you” for being allowed to land in Shamy’s field. Shamy’s daughters Niamh and Maeve and his neighbour Denis Kenneally’s daughters Molly and Katie were the lucky ones to fly over their houses and the village of Ballyduff then a couple of miles upriver and back around to Shamy’s field. It was a day they will remember for a very long time. Morganne was so touched by how excited and grateful the kids were that she burst into tears when they boarded the helicopter to leave, promising that they would be back again soon! Ian Powell Blackwater Lodge
The excited kids come back down to earth. From left - Niamh Daly, Molly and Katie Kenneally and Maeve Daly.
WHAT a busy, action-packed year 2014 has been for the staff and pupils of Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin! Here are some of the highlights. GOODBYE, GOOD LUCK AND THANK YOU! On Tuesday, 24th June 2014, pupils, staff, members of the Board of Management and Parents’ Association and parents, gathered to pay tribute to our longest serving member of staff, James Bennett. James has taught in Cappoquin for thirty seven years and is retiring at the end of this school year. The pupils marked his retirement from the school with a feast of poetry, music and song.We say ‘mile buiochas’ to James for his years of dedicated service, we will all miss him very much. We wish him all the very best as he embarks on the next phase. A week earlier, on Wednesday, 18th June 2014, we marked the impending retirement of another popular and frequent visitor to our school, Fr. Kiely. The end-of-year mass for 6th Class students included our good bye messages to Fr. Kiely. We wish him good health and happiness in the future. SCHOOL TOURS This year, the school tours embraced a myriad of different venues, including Ardmore, UCC, Trabolgan and Mount Melleray. The feedback from all the students was positive, so it can most definitely be concluded that a good time was had by all. SPORTS DAY The sun shone continuously on Thursday,19th June. What a joy, as this was School Sports Day! In the morning, all pupils participated in a variety of races, fun
activities and soccer coaching. Pupils from 3rd to 6th Classes took part in a bike maintenance workshop. After lunch, everyone was treated to a very welcome ice-cream and the two winners of the Bike Poster Competition were announced. The afternoon was spent basking in balmy sunshine as we watched the teams battling for the Mass Lane Cup. TEN YEAR CELEBRATION On Wednesday, 14th May, a prayer service was held in the school hall to mark the tenth year anniversary of the official opening of Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin. Prayers were said by pupils and by representatives of the Board of management,Parents Association and staff. Among the invited guests were Bishop Lee, Fr. Kiely, Fr. Arthure and parents. Bishop Lee and Mr. Denis McCarthy, Chairperson of the BOM, addressed the assembled group. After the prayer service, tea and refreshments were served. GREEN FLAG AWARD Well done to our Green Schools Committee and to our Green Schools Coordinator, Jenny Kiely who organised and managed the water conservation project. As a result of their efforts, Bunscoil Gleann Sídheáin has been awarded its third green flag. A wonderful achievement! VISIT TO THE OPERA The pupils from 5th and 6th Classes enjoyed a special treat during the month of May. They attended a night time performance of Mozart’s famous opera ‘The Magic Flute. This memorable experience was organised by our Music and Choir Director, Mrs. Duggan.
FIRST COMMUNION On Saturday, 10th May 2014, sixteen boys and eight girls from 2nd Class received their First Holy Communion. The mass celebrant was Fr. Arthure.The school choir provided the music and singing under the competent direction of Mrs. Duggan, Ms. Roche and Mrs. Curran. SPORTS COACHING Since Easter, the children in all classes have taken part in soccer coaching sessions on a weekly basis. They have benefited enormously from these sessions and they have greatly enjoyed participating. A sincere word of thanks to the local soccer coaches for the provision of training. OPEN AFTERNOON FOR INCOMING JUNIOR INFANTS An Open Afternoon was held for the incoming Junior Infants and their parents in early June. The event was facilitated by Ms. Kiely, teacher of Junior Infants. It was a very special and important occasion and it gave the children and their parents the opportunity to become accustomed to the school and classroom environment. THANK YOU! As the school holidays beckon, this is an opportune moment to say heartfelt thanks to parents, to members of the Board of Management and Parents’ Association, to visitors to our school, to everyone who contributed to school life during 2014. Your help and support are very much appreciated. And now, it’s time to wish you all a very happy, sun-filled and relaxing summer!
Health and Safety Authority and Waterford Teachers’ Centre announce ‘On the Ocean’ Primary Schools Safety Competition Winners THE Health and Safety Authority and Waterford Teachers’ Centre has today, 24th June 2014, announced the winners of their ‘On the Ocean’ art and writing competition open to primary school children nationwide. The competition aims to raise awareness of ocean safety amongst children. For children in coastal communities, there was an additional focus on the life of fishermen, staying safe at sea, the role of rescue services and life in fishing communities. Winners in the Waterford Teachers’ Centre catchment area were: Paddy McCarthy, Carriglea National School; Megan Roche, Rathgormack National School; Peter Walsh, Rathgormack National School and Jenny Nic Bhloscaigh, Scoil Gharbháin. Joanne Harmon, Education Manager with the Health and Safety Authority and Harry Knox, Director of Waterford Teachers’ Centre, presented winners with certificates and prize money of €50 at a workshop in Kilmore Quay, Wexford, where the winning children had the opportunity to work with artists and writers from Kids Own Publishing. A book will be published on ocean safety from their work and sent to all primary schools’ and libraries later in the year.
Joanne Harmon, said, "We’re delighted to present the winner and runners-up with their well-deserved prizes. It’s so important for children to become aware of water safety and the dangers of the ocean, especially coming into the summer season when they are off school.” In addition to raising ocean safety awareness amongst children, the HSA brought their primary school workshops directly to six fishing communities around the coast.
The competition and children’s book coincides with the Authority’s awareness raising campaign aimed at reducing death and injuries in the fishing sector. Based on numbers employed, sea fishing is the most dangerous sector in which to work and fishermen are up to 40 times more likely to be killed at work than other workers. Director of Waterford Teachers’ Centre said, “We are delighted to be associated with a competition like this
which is promoting the health and well-being of children around ocean safety and raises awareness of the high levels of risk that fishermen undertake in their work. The children hugely enjoyed exploring these themes and learning about life in coastal communities. Children are a huge source of influence in families and if they can be made aware to keep themselves safe then they can also to bring the safety message home to parents.”
Pictured at the presentation of Certificates for the ‘On the Ocean’ safety project in fishing communities were Paddy McCarthy, Carriglea National School; Megan Roche, Rathgormack National School; Peter Walsh, Rathgormack National School and Jenny Nic Bhloscaigh, Scoil Gharbháin.
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First Holy Communion in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Tallow, including teacher Catriona Bennett and Fr. Gerry McNamara, P.P., Tallow, which took place recently.
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Garranbane N.S. gets CRAFTed CRAFTed is the Craft Council of Ireland’s Primary School Visual Arts based educational programme. It promotes learning through creativity and innovation, placing professional craftspeople to work alongside teachers in primary schools. It focuses on integrated learning methodology that focuses on the child’s own creativity. CRAFTed is currently being delivered and developed in partnership with 16 full-time Education Centres across the Republic of Ireland. In January 2014 the pupils in Fourth class Garranbane N.S. applied to participate in the CRAFTed programme in conjunction with the Waterford Teachers Centre. Their teacher Mrs Collins wrote a letter to Polly Minett, Project Manager to CRAFTed outlining why they should be chosen to participate in the programme. The children then waited with bated breath and 250 fingers crossed to see if they would meet the necessary criteria! 4th March, 2014 proved to be a red letter day for Garranbane N.S. when Harry Knox, Director of Waterford Teachers Centre wrote to the school confirming that the pupils in Fourth Class had secured a place on the programme. The children greeted this news with great excitement. There then followed an evening of collaborative planning for teachers and craftspeople in the Waterford Teachers Centre to discuss their forthcoming project. Laura McNamara, Ceramic Artist was assigned to Garranbane N.S. Laura is a ceramic artist based in Waterford. She graduated with a First Class
Honour Degree in Ceramic Design from the Limerick School of Art and Design in 2010. Her work has won a number of awards including IACI Muriel Gahan Development Award, the AIB Award for Excellence in Ceramic Design and a Future Makers Award, 2011. Working with porcelain clay, she hand builds sculptural forms which are fired to 1260 C. Much of her work is in white porcelain. Laura McNamara’s porcelain jewellery is based on her sculptures. Her work combines both her interests in ceramics and biology in a curious, investigative way. The children in Garranbane were very excited when they heard that they would be working with a ceramic artist and making things with clay. As clay comes from the riverbed they decided that the theme of their project would be rivers. Here Éabha a pupil in Fourth Class describes her first encounter with Laura. Today Laura McNamara a ceramic artist came to our classroom. She was really nice and funny. We did some brainstorming about rivers and made a mind map. We spoke about life in the river and on the river bank. We thought about why ancient peoples decided to build towns and villages near rivers. We made sketches about life on the riverbank. Many societies around the world use clay pots to carry water from the river. The children began to work with clay to make simple pots. They made coil pots involving skills of measuring, rolling and blending. The children loved working with clay. Laura took the pots back to her studio to
dry in her kiln. Roisín in fourth class echoed everyone’s thoughts when she said ‘I can’t wait until day two!’ On day two the children further explored their theme of rivers with lots of lively debate on all aspect of life on and near the river. They explored plant, bird, human, animal and insect life. They spoke about how rivers are used for leisure and enjoyment. They looked at local rivers and rivers around the world. They examined the life cycle of a river. Then each child chose a slip of paper containing a heading
connected to the theme of rivers. Lara chose ‘Birds feeding on the river’. Gavin chose ‘The Salmon of Knowledge’ Darragh chose ‘Journey of a River’,Victor chose ‘The River in Autumn’, Joseph chose ‘Fishing on the River’. They proceeded to make beautiful pencil drawings. The next step involved the children transferring their pencil drawing onto clay. Each child made a clay tile about A4 in size featuring their drawing. They built up their tiles in 3D effect using a variety of tools to create pattern and texture.
Both boys and girls proved themselves to be eager and adept students and quickly gained confidence in working with clay. On day four Laura showed the children how to use glaze. The children loved this process and proved themselves to be very skilful. Laura brought the 25 glazed tiles back to her studio to fire them in her kiln. We hope to mount these A4 clay tiles onto a wooden board and to frame them as a centrepiece in our new building. There they can be seen and enjoyed by the
4th Class Garranbane N.S. pictured with Laura McNamara (Ceramic Artist).
children for many years to come. On 17th June the children in fourth class organised an art exhibition of their work. They invited all other classes to come, look and respond to their ceramic pieces. They presented their work with great pride, explaining every step of the process to a very receptive audience. The pupils had a wonderful learning experience in this hands-on project. They have acquired many new skills i.e. how to make a coil pot, how to use slip, how to glaze a piece of
clay, how to create 3D effects on clay pieces. Throughout the project the children recorded their progress in a diary. A huge thank you must go to the wonderful and very supportive Parents’ Association for allowing funding towards this programme. Working in collaboration with Laura McNamara has been a pleasure for the school and for the children in Fourth Class. It has proved to be most enjoyable and memorable venture for the children and a huge learning curve for all involved.
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A Fourth Green Flag for Knockanore National School ON Wednesday, June 14th, the parents, friends and community of Knockanore gathered in a very hot and sunny school yard to celebrate the achievement of the school in being awarded their 4th Green Flag. The theme of the fourth flag is Transport, following on from Litter and Waste, Energy and Water. The Guest of Honour was Councillor James Tobin, first Cathaoirleach of the newly amalgamated Waterford City and County Councils. It was one of the first functions he was invited to attend and officiate at in his new role, and he was delighted to do so. Cllr.Tobin has been a long time campaigner against the littering that happens in our county’s beauty spots and has attended previous Green Flag ceremonies in the school. Following a rousing performance of our school motto song, “Respect, Encourage, Enjoy and Learn, That’s the Spirit of Knockanore,” Mrs. Ronayne, Principal, welcomed every-
one; pupils, parents, grandparents, Board of Management, community representatives, County Council representative and Cllr. Tobin. Gabriel Hynes from Waterford County Council praised the schoolchildren on their ongoing work. He made the point that many schools will start the Green Flag programme and get the first flag, but it takes commitment and effort to continue with it and progress through the flags. Anna Stewart, on behalf of the pupils, read a letter that had been sent to the parents outlining the ideas behind the Transport theme and suggesting ways parents might cut down on transport costs. We had music from Catherine Hynes on the concertina and made reference to the many pupils who worked on the committees over the 8 years we have been involved in the Green Flag Programme. Ms. Virginia Sandoval, who spoke on behalf of the KGK Community
Council, was loud in her praise of the work being done in the school and in the community. The Knockanore Green Code comes in the form of a song, 4 verses long at the moment, one verse for each Green Flag theme. Our final speaker was the Guest of Honour, Cllr. James Tobin. He reiterated his support for the work of the school and made reference to the scourge of littering. He also presented Mrs. Ronayne with a memento of the occasion; a tie with the Waterford council crest which will be displayed in the school. Then the flag was raised to loud applause. It will hopefully fly for the next two years, after which we hope to have done enough work to be awarded the 5th flag for Biodiversity. Afterwards, visitors were invited into the KGK Hall for refreshments provided by the Parents Association. This time many of the cakes were made by the senior pupils. And very nice they were too!
Well Done to Larry Walsh, Kelly Ann Hogan and Kyle Cuddy who were chosen to represent Ballymacarbry N.S. in the Primary Game Hurling and Football this year.
News from Le Cheile DURING last week’s National Bike Week, Le Cheile hosted a bike event on Friday, 20th June. The children had a wonderful day – it started with cycling to creche, then the children labelled and decorated their bikes and helmets and each child had a turn on a balance bike. Emma Walsh came to Le Cheile with our new balance bikes from Cycle Sports, to facilitate cycling activities which included instruction on how to use the balance bikes, obstacle cycling and following a line. All the children had an ice-cream delivered by bicycle from Butler’s Ice Cream shop. It was a glorious day of sunshine which also added to the enjoyment of the event. Thanks to Sarah Chadwick of Waterford Sports Partnership who came along on the day and Smarter Travel Go Dungarvan for their support Also a huge thanks to all our parents and staff for supporting the event and making it a great day!
Children from Le Cheile Childcare facility lining up eagerly as Patricia Hennessey (Butler’s Ice Cream) prepares to serve ice cream when she paid them a visit last Friday.
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Busy week at Kilmacthomas Primary School
Seán agus Éabha ó Rang 2, Scoil Gharbháin, ag bronnadh seic €152 don RNLI, Heilbhic ar Dolores Breathnach.
Scoil Gharbháin donates €152 to Helvick Lifeboat THUG na páistí ar fad ó Rang 2 cuairt ar an Stáisiúin RNLI i Heilbhic le déanaí, áit a bhuaileadar le Tomás Rua Ó Cadhla. Labhair Tomás leo mar gheall ar an obair thábhachtach a bhíonn ar siúil sa stáisiúin i rith na bliana. Scoil Gharbháin students Seán and Éabha from Rang 2 presented a cheque for the amount of €152 to RNLI Hon Fundraising Treasurer Dolores Walsh, who gratefully accepted it on behalf of the Helvick
Lifeboat Station. All of the Rang 2 students in Scoil Gharbháin recently visited the Helvick Lifeboat Station, where they were met by RNLI crew Tomas Rua Ó Cadhla who showed them around and explained about the special safety gear worn by the crew and the importance of their work in saving lives at sea year-round. “They were most impressed” said their teacher Sinéad Uí Ruairc.
Blackwater Community School Awards Night: Supporting Learning Website Design award went [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] to Cillian O Miacháin.
WE had such a fantastic week last week, that was full of activity. On Tuesday each class went on their school tour to Ardmore. Junior Infants to first class went to Ardmore Open Farm and enjoyed all the animals, playing indoors and outdoors and had a great day.The other classes spent the day at Ardmore Adventure Centre and were lucky enough to spend the day doing land and water activities. The weather was perfect! On Wednesday we welcomed Donál Jacob and DJ Tyrone for Bike Day as part of National Bike Week. We walked to school with our bikes and spent our day having bike races, doing obstacle courses and dancing and singing with DJ Tyrone. It was a fantastic day. On Thursday Éamonn Flynn visited our school to hand out certificates to those pupils with full attendance. A big well done to Kelsie Power who got a GOLD certificate for not missing any day from Junior Infants to Sixth Class. Amazing!!! Michael ‘Brick’ Walsh arrived in the afternoon to raise our fourth Green Flag for Travel. Finally, on Friday we had our Sports Day. We spent the day outside having lots of fun and later on in the day we celebrated ‘Ice Cream Day’ to raise funds for Down Syndrome Ireland.The sun shone every day and we had a great time! What a week!!! To check out all the photos, log on to www.kilmacthomasprimaryschool.we ebly.com GREEN SCHOOLS On Thursday we were lucky enough to have Michael ‘Brick’ Walsh raise our Green Flag. It was a great occasion and we want to sincerely thank everyone who came to witness it. The green schools committee made a great speech informing every-
body of the work involved in gaining our flag and thanked those that helped them achieve it. We then asked our special guest to raise it and he did so to rapturous applause. We want to say a big thank you to ‘Brick’ for taking time out of his busy schedule to visit. It was really appreciated and we were delighted.
Classes enjoying surfing at Ardmore Adventure Centre.
Our fourth Green Flag in all its glory.
Green Schools Committee with Ms. Briggs and Mrs. Power.
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Blackwater Community School Awards Night
Choral award winners with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh, Declan Doocey, Chairperson of Board of Management and Sr. Ella McGuinness, Board of Trustees. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Shane Moloney celebrates after receiving the overall Student of the Year with his parents Vincent and Caroline Moloney and Year Head Mr. John Heneghan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Soccer Players of the Year with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh and coach Kieran Geary.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Monika Kazinska receives the Donal Walsh Heroic Achievement Award from special guest Ms. Elma Walsh along with her parents Marzena and Marcin Kazinska and Ms. Eva Treacy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Junior, Dean Ryan, Harty Cup and Senior Hurlers of the year with coaches Sean Murphy and Colm Perrott and special guest Ms. Elma [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Walsh.
Camogie Players of the Year with coach Mary Jane Maher and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Eimear O’Brien, Senior National Hunt Trials Equestrian Award, Darragh O’Rourke, Niamh Daly, Scifest Award, Charlie Murphy, Munster Cadets, Kobee Fawkes, Junior National Hunt Trials, Ellen McCloskey for Lorna Power, Equestrian Award, Elaine Looby, SciFest Award, Siobhan Hayes and Vivienne Timbs, SciFest Award winners. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
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Blackwater Community School Awards Night
Winners of this years BCS Factor Thomas Ahern, Ryan O’Keeffe, Daniel O’Keeffe and Evan Mason celebrate after receiving their award. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Under 14 and Under 15 Hurlers of the Year with coach Sean Murphy.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Lucy O’Brien receives the Eric Flynn award for athletics from Ms. Tina Flynn along with Mr. Denis Ring, School Principal and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Athletic Award winners of the year with coach Nicola Barrett and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Ladies Football players of the year with coaches Michelle Ryan, Yvonne Coleman and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Badminton Players of the Year with coach Sheena Wilkinson and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh.
[Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Recipients of the rowing awards at Under 15, Under 16 and Under 23 level with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Waterford Minor All-Ireland Camogie Champions 2014 Roisin Cahillane, Sarah Coughlan, Sarah Geoghegan, Johanna Houlihan, Lorraine Bray and Jessica Glavin along with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
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6th Year Students of the Year Shane Moloney, Lucey O'Brien and Cillian Cotter with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh and Sr. Ella McGuinness, Board of Trustees. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Lisa Rohan, Students Council makes a presentation to special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Fifth Year Students of the Year Jessica Glavin, Sinead Shanahan and Elaine Looby with Ms. Deirdre O’Neill, Fifth Year, Year Head and Sr. Ella McGuinness, Board of Trustees. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Jayson Molumby, Irish Under 15 International soccer team and Eimear O’Brien, participant in Irish Pony Club Tetrathlon in Perth with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Special guest Ms. Elma Walsh and Cllr. Declan Doocey, Chairperson of Board of Management celebrate with Emma Power, U-16 Ladies Football Award, Ruairi O’Neill, Creativity Award, Sean Hale Cullinane, Nathan O’Mahony, Enterprise Award winners, Laura Casey, U-16 Ladies Football Award, Anita Osborne, Enterprise Award winner, Lauren O’Sullivan, Art Award, Claudia Barry, Enterprise Award winner, Mary Kate Curran, U-14 Football and Soccer Award and Lorna Power, Equestrian Achievement. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]
Jack Prendergast and Cian Leamy receive awards as captains of Under 15 and Senior Waterford hurling squads along with Sean Murphy, Mr. Declan Doocey, Chairperson of Board of Management, [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Colm Perrott and special guest Ms. Elma Walsh.
Lismore Club All-Ireland Camogie Champions 2014 receive their award in recognition of their success along with Ann Bennett for [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Shane Bennett, Ballysaggart Hurling Award with special guest Ms. Elma Walsh.
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OBITUARY MARGARET (Peggy) KEARNS (nee Ronayne) Kereen, Villierstown, Cappoquin
With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Margaret (Peggy) Kearns (nee Ronayne), Kereen, Villierstown, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, wife of the late Pad, which sad event occurred peacefully on 14th June, 2014, at Waterford Regional Hospital. Reposing at her home in Kereen,Villierstown, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, neighbours and friends. Funeral prayers were recited on Sunday evening by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., before removal took place on to St. James’ Church, Ballinameela. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Fitzgerald, P.E. Symbols representing Peggy’s life were presented to the Altar by grand-daughter Cheryl Power – knitting wool and needles; grandson Ross Power – Ireland’s Own Magazine; and grandson Robert Walsh – Rosary Beads. Readings were recited by grandchildren Katie Power and Kenny Kearns. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by grandchildren Jeanette Power, Jean Walsh, Carley Kearns and Kelly-Marie Kearns. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by soloist Andrea Cunningham and organist Mairead Cullinane. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by daughter Kitty Power and granddaughter Cheryl Power. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers and was assisted by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Fitzgerald, P.E., where Peggy was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May she rest in peace. Deeply regretted by her loving sons Patrick, George, Michael, Eamonn (Ned) and Billy; daughters Kitty Power, Lily Walsh and Rebecca Coleman; sister Bessie McNamara; sons-in-law Joe Power, John Walsh and Colin Coleman; daughters-in-law Josephine, Eileen and Theresa; grandchildren, great-grandchildren Fintan and Clodagh; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
JOHN (Johnny) KIELY Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult With sadness and regret that we record the passing of John (Johnny) Kiely, Ballinagulkee, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 14th June, 2014, in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at the Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Sunday evening by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and friends. Removal took place on Monday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena; funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., in the presence of his loving family and many friends. On arrival to St. Mary’s Church, his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. Readings and Prayers of the Faithful were recited by family members. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns during the Mass. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Johnny was laid to rest in the family grave in the presence of his loving family, neighbours and many friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sisters Josie Cleary, Ciss Ryan and Mary Houlihan; sister-in-law Mary Kiely; brother-in-law Tommy Cleary; nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).
JAMES (JIM) LEAMY ‘Ahaun Lodge’, Ballyduff Upper, County Waterford It’s with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of James (Jim) Leamy, ‘Ahaun Lodge’, Ballyduff Upper who passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, 1st June, 2014 after an illness borne with dignity and courage. Age 81, Jim was a native of Glanworth, County Cork and was predeceased by his brothers Liam, Joseph and Michael. In 1956 Jim moved to Ballyduff and settled into a life of farming, and was a hugely popular member of the community and always available to lending a helping hand to his wonderful neighbours and friends. In 1963, he married his soul mate, Rita (née McAuliffe) and were blessed with eight children and only last July they celebrated their Golden Jubilee of a wonderful and happy marriage. A pioneer all his life, he was the proud recipient of the Golden Pioneer pin presented to him some years ago. He loved following the local G.A.A. matches and being a Corkman kept one eye on the happenings in his native County. The game of 45 was a great love of his love and along with his wife Rita were regular players in the local progressive 45 drives. A big part of Jim’s life was his deep Christian faith and his devotion to the church. Every Thursday the Eucharistic Adoration is held in his local St. Michael’s Church and Jim would always give of his time each week spending time in silent prayer. He was also a Eucharistic Minister and collector at weekend masses. But above all Jim was a family man. He cherished his wife of fifty years, Rita, adored his children and had a special bond with each and everyone of his grandchildren and was a particularly proud man last September when his grandson, Cian, who was a member of the Waterford minor hurling team, won the All-Ireland. Despite being diagnosed with Motor Neurone disease in April 2013, Jim’s faith enabled him to accept his diagnosis and continue to live life to the best of his ability right up to the day of his passing. He was grateful for the love and care that he received from his loving wife and family and while his passing is deeply mourned they will cherish forever the wonderful memories they shared with him. May he rest in peace. Jim lay in repose at his home on Sunday night and Monday, where Family Rosary was recited both nights. Following prayers recited by Fr. M. Leamy (nephew), his removal took place on Tuesday morning to St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff. On arrival at the church, members of the Ballyduff Pioneers’ Association formed a guard of honour. Chief Celebrant of the Requiem Mass for the happy repose of his soul was Fr. M. Leamy, assisted by a large gathering of visiting clergy. Altar servers were his grandchildren, Fionn Hess, Micháel Hess, Liam Fox, Cormac Murphy and Michael Leamy. The readings were by his daughter Noelle Mullins and son Liam. The Prayers of the Faithful were offered up by his grandchildren Ellen Fox, Fionn Hess, Jenny Mullins, Sean Leamy, Aaron Murphy, and Niamh Leamy. The offertory gifts were brought to the altar by his grandchildren Eoin Murphy, William Leamy, Oran Leamy and Tom McGrath. The Communion Reflection was read by his sister, Sr. Mary and his son Michael delivered the eulogy in his dad’s memory, whilst the singing of the Ballyduff Folk Choir and the solo at communion by his grand-daughter Fiona greatly enhanced the celebration of Jim’s life. After mass the cortege proceeded to St. Michael’s cemetery, where after final prayers recited by Fr. M. Leamy, Jim was laid to rest in the family grave. The huge turn-out of mourners, both at his home, funeral mass and burial were a fitting tribute to a man who was held in such high esteem, not only in his local community but from a much wider area. May he now be rewarded in his heavenly house for eternal life. To his loving wife Rita; sons Michael and Liam, daughters Maireád (Fox), Marie (Murphy), Angela (Hess), Carmel (McGrath), Noelle (Mullins) and Martha (Byrne); brother John; sisters Sr. Angela, Sr. Mary, Sr. Martha and Katherine (McCarthy), grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends we extend our sincere sympathy. Months Mind Mass for Jim will be celebrated on this Friday, 27th June in St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by Ryan’s Funeral Directors, Lismore).
JOAN MOORE Rice’s Court, Dungarvan
NIALL Ó MANACHÁIN Maoil na hEorna, An Rinn
With deep regret we record the passing of Joan Moore which sad event occurred on Monday, 22nd June, 2014. Reposing at Drohan’s Funeral Home from 4.00 p.m. with removal at 6.30 p.m. to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 11.00 a.m., burial afterwards in Colligan cemetery. To her sons Martin, Liam, Francis and John; daughters Mary, Diana, Ann Marie and Caroline; brother Dick Ahearne; sisters Rita Denis and Ann Ahearne; grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives and friends. Full obituary next issue.
With great sadness we write on the passing on Friday last of Niall Ó Manacháin. Aged 32 years, son of Patrick and Maeve, brother to Alan, Rory and Sheena, we sympathise with all Niall’s relatives and friends on their unexpected loss. Rosary was led at the Kiely Funeral Home ar an Domhnach by An tAth Ó Ceallaigh, S.P., who also celebrated Funeral Mass in celebration of Niall’s life in Seipéal na Rinne on Monday. The interment followed in the New Cemetery. Ar dheis lámh Dé go raibh Niall as seo amach. Full obituary next issue.
(Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Dungarvan).
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MARGARET (Peg) DALTON (nee Coffey) Kilcooney, Ballinamult It is with profound regret we record the passing of Peg Dalton (nee Coffey) of Kilcooney, Ballinamult, who died on the 2nd June, 2014. She was wife of the late Maurice Dalton and sister to Tommy who passed away some short few weeks ago. Born on the 28th January, 1935, to Denis and Bridget Coffey of Reanadampaun, Peg married Maurice on the 28th January, 1960, and they enjoyed a long and happy life together. The death of Maurice in June 2002 devastated Peg and in November 2010 she went to reside in St. Ann’s Ward at Dungarvan Community Hospital where she got the very best of care. Peg was a highly regarded singer and herself and Maurice won many a trophy for ballroom dancing. In 1972 they won All-Ireland medals for Rinnce Set with Sliabh gCua. Peg’s passing has left a void in the lives of her family and friends that cannot be filled. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. Peg’s family and friends gathered on Tuesday evening, June 3rd, at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, where the Rosary was recited. Removal took place on Wednesday evening to St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, where an impressive Guard of Honour which included many of her Set Dancing and Singing colleagues stood in tribute. Peg’s remains were received and blessed by Fr. Kelleher, P.P. Requiem Mass for Peg was celebrated at 2.00 p.m. on Thursday afternoon by Fr. C. Kelleher, P.P. The Liturgy of the Word was shared by Stephen Coffey and Claire O’Brien. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Jimmy Coffey, Kathleen Tobin, Paul Coffey, Sinéad Hannigan, May Clarke and Nicola Dalton. During the Mass, Peg’s four nieces Breda, Kathleen, Marian and Bernie Coffey sang and played an appropriate selection of hymns. Presentation of the Gifts by her Set Dancing colleagues from 1972; Breda Hallahan, Winnie O’Keeffe, Tommy Hickey and John Kearns was co-ordinated by Pat Dalton. Her brother John Coffey brought up the Bread and Wine. Following the Requiem Mass burial took place in the adjoining Cemetery. Fr. Kelleher, P.P., officiated at the graveside. Peg’s niece Mary Hannigan sang her favourite song, “The Cabin with the Roses Round the Door” and the Sliabh gCua duo from 1972, Tom O’Donoghue and Jim Cliffe played a selection of Set Tunes. We express our deepest sympathy to Peg’s brothers Jimmy, Pat and John; sister-in-law Josie Coffey; nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, other relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Peg will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, on Tuesday, 1st July, 2014, at 7.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
FRANCES CHALLIS-LOHF “Clairvaux,” Convent Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford Frances Challis-Lohf passed away on Wednesday, 18th June, 2014, at St.Vincent’s Hospital, Dungarvan, aged 79 years, after a long battle with multiple myeloma. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. In her younger days she worked as a Nurse at Bournemouth Hospital and was proud to have gained the distinction of S.R.N. During the 1980s she also served her community as a Councillor for Wimborne District Council in Dorset, England, and also a School Governor of St. Catherine's, Colehill. In her daily life, she followed an ethic of love and caring, advocating against the harming of all creatures and following a vegetarian diet. One of her other loves was collecting dolls and she had a collection of them representing all cultures of the world. Frances was predeceased by her husbands; Denis Challis (in April 1991) with whom she had two sons, Daniel and Andrew, who both survive her, and her second husband Gerry Challis-Lohf (in October 2012). Frances was removed from St. Carthage’s Mortuary, Lismore, last Friday for funeral service in The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy. Donations if desired to the R.S.P.C.A. (Funeral arrangements by O’Brien’s Undertakers, Tallow).
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OBITUARY PAT MORRISSEY 12 Kilrush Park, Dungarvan
CLODAGH CONNORS Castleview Stables, Fenor, and formerly of Bellard, Stradbally, Co. Waterford The hunting horn sounded 'gone away' as Clodagh Connors was laid to rest in the graveyard of Fenor Church on a sunny afternoon in early March. Clodagh, wife of Martin Curran and devoted mother to Hannah; sister of Rosemary and Claire and brothers, Dermot and Alan, aunt to Adrian and Sarah, was taken from this world at the young age of 46 after a 16 month struggle with cancer which she fought with such dignity, positivity and determination. Born into the Connors family in Bellard, Stradbally, Clodagh could not escape a life associated with horses. Her late father, Nicholas, bred and produced show hunters, a tradition carried on by his daughters. When Clodagh suffered a fall from a pony while competing at a local Hunter Trials, surgery was required to insert rods in her back as support, after which she took on the role of showing the young horses in-hand. As Dermot mentioned in the beautiful eulogy he delivered, 'Clodagh was the right height' for the job and showed off the horses to their full potential earning her numerous wins around the country. The highlight had to be winning the RDS Young Horse Supreme Champion with the 3 year old filly,Woodfield Valier - the first time in history a filly won the supreme championship - who later went on to win the Ridden Horse Supreme Champion. Clodagh attended the local Mercy National School and was a boarder at the Mercy Secondary School in Dungarvan. She studied a Science degree in University College Galway and specialised in Quality Control. After a short time working in this area, Clodagh decided that she wanted to do something else and trained in computing and went onto become the Adult Education Coordinator with the County Waterford V.E.C. in Dungarvan and worked there for 22 years till the time of her illness. She also studied a postgraduate diploma in education through the long distance University of South Africa, and more recently received a masters in Community Education in W.I.T. During this time she met her partner Martin Curran and together they set up home at Castleview Stables, Fenor where she hunted and became a follower of the Kill Harriers and bred and produced young horses. In 2007, Hannah was born much to the delight of her proud parents. Clodagh was an amazing and devoted mother to Hannah and a rock of support to Martin over the years. There was nothing Clodagh couldn't do, whether it was things to be done in the house, DIY or technology. She was a wonderful baker and cook and her picnics are famous around the country for providing sustenance to everyone at shows wherever she went. She would be busy weeks in advance of the Dublin Horse Show each year, baking lasagnas and cakes of every variety. One particular day an elderly man sat down in the popular Connors tackroom when tea was being served and after being satisfactorily replenished enquired how much he owed! Everyone was so delighted at his affirmation of Clodagh’s spread that he was invited back the next day and the day after that! She loved travelling and frequently holidayed in Southern Spain and enjoyed skiing holidays with Martin and Hannah. She was also a regular visitor to family in South Africa and knew the country extensively, enjoying a visit as recently as New Year.When Clodagh returned from one holiday she booked her next trip. Perhaps she sensed that there was little time for her to see all the places she wished to visit. Clod was also passionate about shopping and more recently enjoyed indulging online when she ordered all her Christmas presents in October to ensure on time delivery! On Valentine's day this year, Clodagh married Martin, her long term partner, no doubt one of the happiest days of her life and a memorable one for both families present. Clodagh will always be remembered for her endless selflessness and kindness, hospitality, intelligence and sharp wit. Clodagh loved practical jokes and had a great sense of humour. Also known for her short temper, Clodagh could rise to the occasion, but moments later all would be forgotten. She loved life and was always looking forward to getting back to work and beating her illness. She remained positive to the bitter end. In our sorrow, we take comfort in the blessing that Clodagh was to us in her short life. Her presence and light continue to shine even on the darker days. Written by her sister, Claire.
Feelings of great sadness and regret were expressed with the passing on Tuesday last, June 17th, of Pat Morrissey at Waterford University Hospital after a relatively short illness which was borne with admirable courage and bravery. Aged sixty-one years, Pat was son of the late Ned and Lily (née Mulvihill) and was also predeceased by sister Ann. Educated at the local Christian Brothers, Pat on completion of his formal education took up a position as a Fitter with Waterford County Council, where for the next forty-two years Pat gave of his best, a valued member of staff and a great favourite with both management and colleagues alike. Totally dedicated to his work, responsibilities trust upon his shoulders were always carried with vision and in an exemplary manner. Promotion beckoned, Pat eventually was given responsibility for the Council yard and its machinery. Retiring in September of last year, Pat had many plans for the years ahead after enjoying the fruits of his years of service. But it was not to be! Also following in the footsteps of his father Ned, Pat enrolled in the Fire Service and for seventeen years he was part and parcel of the Fire Station.This Community work saw Pat deal with many challenges and tasks which were attended to in a most trustworthy and diligent way. He loved a social drink with his lifelong friends, was the essence of good company and had a wonderful sense of humour. Kind, considerate and generous Pat was a great favourite with one and all. Knowing Pat since the early years of childhood, that saw us with others of our vintage spend hours and hours in our theatre of dreams – Quanns playing football and enjoying the banter and comraderie that one associates with schoolboys. Against the backdrop of World Cup ’66, the emergence of Waterford in League of Ireland, Dungarvan United came into being, organised training, weekly games at home or away, the blue jersey of the local club was worn with pride. Pat Morrissey was one of our jewels, outstanding footballer, his genius and footballing skills often rescued us from the jaws of defeat. Speedy, wonderful dribble, accurate crosses, vision and a powerful shot, Pat was blessed with an array of skills. Even at training sessions, Pat tormented us defenders, his left leg the major source of our discomfort and heartbreak, yet Pat was a model sportsman despite our close and “marked” attention. It’s this scribe’s view that Pat Morrissey was one of the best footballers to don the United jersey and could have made it cross channel as a professional if he so desired. Very much a family man, his union with Jacinta (née Drummy) was blessed with two children Owen and Claire. His two grandchildren Ryan and Grace were so special and clearly the apple of his eye. Pat had many, many friends who have all related of his endearing traits, friends he had since childhood and who will miss him greatly. Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home on Wednesday where hundreds and hundreds came to pay their respects and console the bereaved. Fr. Jim Mountain led us in prayer and readings and also led the liturgical reception prayers at St. Mary’s Parish Church assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A.There were many tributes at Pat’s removal, a most impressive Guard of Honour from the Fire Service past and present flanked the hearse on its journey while a Dungarvan United jersey was placed on Pat’s casket. A Guard of Honour from Dungarvan United A.F.C. stood in tribute at St. Mary’s. The numbers present left no one in doubt as to Pat’s popularity and the esteem and respect he was held in by all sections of the local Community. On Thursday morning Funeral Mass was offered in thanksgiving and celebration of Pat’s life. Fr. Jim Mountain was chief celebrant with co-celebrants Fr. M. Cooney, O.S.A., and V. Rev. Fr.William Ryan, P.P. Personal items of importance in Pat’s life were brought in procession and presented at the Altar, Owen (fireman’s hat), Claire (Moody Blues CD, Pat had attended their concerts in London and Birmingham in the past), Michael Murphy (a book on Alfa Romeo – Pat’s favourite car), Pamela (photograph of his grandchildren) and Stephen Prendergast (an Aston Villa Top). A detailed and comprehensive commentary on the gifts was delivered beautifully and with outstanding clarity by John Walsh (friend and neighbour). Kelly and Niamh (nieces) shared the readings. Prayers of the Faithful were read by Eamonn (nephew), Alan Murphy, Erin Morrissey (niece), Richael Boland and Pamela Morrissey (daughter-in-law). Jacinta (wife) and Eleanor (sister) brought forward the bread and wine for the Holy Sacrifice. In his homily, Fr. Jim spoke in glowing terms of Pat and related of Pat’s influence on the lives of so many, although his life was somewhat short in years, it was a full and really worthwhile one he concluded. His kind and sincere words spoken from the heart were greatly appreciated by all present. A Communion Reflection ‘The Fireman’s Prayer’ was read by Brendan Morrissey while appropriate music was provided by Lorna Jane Murray. After the Holy Sacrifice the funeral cortege left for Kilgobinet Cemetery a route which passed the “Gas House”, Council Yard, Kilrush Soccer Pitch, Fire Station where four tenders were parked with lights flashing in salute and finally a prayerful pause at Kilrush Park. Fr. Jim officiated at the graveside in Kilgobinet reciting graveside
55 prayers and imparting a final blessing as Pat was laid to rest. Pall bearing duties were carried out by Owen (son), Eamonn (nephew), Eamonn (brother), Michael (brother), Shane (nephew) and finally Anslem (friend, who soldiered with Pat on many a playing pitch).Very many beautiful floral tributes were placed on Pat’s resting place, expressions of love and appreciation from family, friends, neighbours and organisations. We tender our heartfelt sympathy to Jacinta (wife); family Owen and Claire; daughter-in-law Pamela; grandchildren Ryan and Grace; brothers Michael and Eamonn; sister Eleanor; brother-in-law Michael Flynn; sisters-in-law Méabh, Libby, Myra, Noreen and Aileen; uncles Billy and Joe Mulvihill; aunt Dinah and many other relatives and friends on their heavy cross of bereavement. Month’s Mind Mass for Pat will be celebrated on Friday, 11th July, at 7.30 p.m. in Kilgobinet Church. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).
ANN CASEY (NÉE WALSH) Tallacoole, Clonea, Dungarvan, County Waterford It is with great sadness that we write of the passing of Ann Casey, Tallacoole, Clonea, Dungarvan. Ann passed away peacefully, at her home, early on the morning of Wednesday, 4th June, with her family around her. Ann was born in Knockboy, Ballinamult, on 27th July 1949, to Brigid Walsh. Her father Rody Walsh passed away shortly before she was born. Ann was the youngest of four children; she had two sisters; Helen and Breda and one brother, Paddy. Ann married Dan Casey of Tallacoole in 1971 and they were blessed with four children, Gillian, Kathryn, Anna and Eddie. Though her family and friends were devastated by her passing, we take some comfort in knowing Ann is now at peace and no longer suffering. We wish to thank; the doctors, nurses and chaplin of the Mercy Hospital Cork, the staff of High Street Medical centre and the Public Health Nurses for the care which they provided throughout her illness. We also wish to acknowledge the wonderful work of the West Waterford Hospice nurses and the Irish Cancer Society night nurse, who were so kind and a great support to us, at such a difficult time. In this regard we would also like to thank everyone who donated so generously to both charities, as it was Ann’s final wish that her passing would provide an opportunity to raise much needed funds, so that other families could benefit from these services in the future. A most generous sum of €5,480. Rosary was recited at Ann’s home in Clonea on Thursday evening, 5th June by Fr. Gerry Horan and Fr. Matt Cooney. On the morning of Friday, 6th June, Ann’s remains were brought to Garranbane Church and met by a guard of honour of the Dungarvan Flower Club, Dungarvan Bridge Club and the staff of Casey’s Caravan Park. Funeral Mass was con-celebrated by Fr. Ned Hassett, Fr. Gerry Horan, Fr. Matt Cooney and Fr. Peter Aherne. Liturgy of the word was read by Ann’s sisters Helen Hickey and Breda Smyth. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Ann’s son Eddie and daughters; Kathryn and Anna. Offertory gifts were brought to the altar by Aine and Roger Walsh, Ann’s niece and nephew. A short reflection was read by Ann’s daughter Gillian. Mala Raggart sang a selection of Ann’s favourite hymns and Linda Curtin kindly sang ‘The Rose’. Following the Funeral Mass, Ann was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery, in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. Ann is deeply missed by her husband Dan; son Eddie; daughters Gillian, Kathryn and Anna; sisters Helen Hickey and Breda Smyth; brother Paddy Walsh; aunts Crissie and Moira Barron, sons-in-law John Gleeson, Anthony Rochford and Joe Curtin, grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Ann will be celebrated at 11.00 a.m. in Garranbane Church on Sunday, 6th July, 2014. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan).
NAN CAREY (nee Connors) Furraleigh, Kilmacthomas, and Clairvaux Care Abbey, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, and Dunabbey House, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of Nan Carey which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 23rd June, 2014. Funeral Mass today (Wednesday) at 12 noon in St. Bridget’s Church, Kilrossanty. Burial afterwards in Timoleague cemetery, Co. Cork. To her sister Bridget Walsh; nephews Michael, Declan, Joe and James; nieces Geraldine and Mary; grandnephews, grandnieces and extended family, relatives and friends, we express our sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).
FARMING Round-up … IFA President’s reaction to comment by Minister on income crisis in beef sector RESPONDING to the statement by the Minister for Agriculture this afternoon, IFA President Eddie Downey said, “It’s clear that Minister Coveney fails to understand or appreciate the extent of the problems faced by farmers in the beef sector”. Eddie Downey said the Minister has completely ignored the two issues highlighted at today’s protest, namely the abuse by factories of farmers on the QPS and the roadblocks impeding trade to Northern Ireland.
IFA President Eddie Downey has held detailed and constructive discussions with the Taoiseach Enda Kenny on a wide range of issues, including CAP implementation, the beef crisis, trade talks, funding for farm schemes in this year’s Budget, retailer legislation and the agri-taxation review.
IFA President meets Taoiseach to discuss key agri issues IFA President Eddie Downey has held detailed and constructive discussions with the Taoiseach Enda Kenny on a wide range of issues, including CAP implementation, the beef crisis, trade talks, funding for farm schemes in this year’s Budget, retailer legislation and the agri-taxation review. Eddie Downey said, “Our key message for the Taoiseach was that agriculture has a number of priorities which require urgent Government attention, to allow the sector continue its central role in the economy in driving output, jobs and exports”. The IFA President said on CAP implementation, the Rural Development Programme that will be submitted to Brussels in the coming weeks, and must iron out a number of issues to ensure the effective implementation of new farm schemes. Eddie Downey said a resolution to the Sheep Grassland difficulty has to be found and proper funding must be secured in this year’s Budget to allow payments under GLAS and TAMS to be made in 2015. Ahead of the visit of the US Secretary for
Agriculture Tom Vilsack later this week, Mr Downey said any outcome on the TTIP negotiations cannot be allowed to damage Irish agriculture and he urged the Taoiseach to adopt a robust stance during the talks. He welcomed the Taoiseach’s commitment to resist a damaging Mercosur trade deal that is being pursued by Commission President Barroso and Commissioner de Gucht. The IFA President said the agri-taxation review underway is an opportunity to address structural issues by improving land mobility, encourages the timely transfer of land and addresses income volatility as a result of weather events and sharp price fluctuations. Eddie Downey expressed dissatisfaction at the content of retailer regulations and pressed the Taoiseach to include IFA’s amendments in the final legislation. Mr. Downey also highlighted the need to re-focus the CAP on active, productive farmers and said Ireland should take the opportunity in the next Commission to pursue the Agriculture portfolio.
IFA call for workable implementation of new agricultural transport regulations HAROLD Kingston, IFA National Environment & Rural Affairs Chairman, has called on the Department of Transport and the Road Safety Authority to ensure the changes announced to the legislation, regarding the use of agricultural vehicles on public roads are implemented in a workable way which allows farmers comply with the requirements Mr. Kingston added, “These new regulations which will be implemented from January 2016 will place new obligations on farmers. It is important that the RSA now put in place a clear information campaign which explains the new requirements and ensures that farmers clearly understand all
parts of the regulations in advance of them coming into force.” “Safety of farm families is a priority of the Association. This legislation will introduce additional requirements regarding the plating and lighting of tractors and trailers as well as specific towing weights and braking obligations. IFA has secured important concessions which will ensure that excessive compliance burdens are not imposed for existing tractors and trailers. The new weights and braking requirements are an improvement on the original RSA proposals, however these limits must be reviewed after their initial introduction, to ensure they are workable for farmers.”
Hill Farmers protest over lack of action on commonages and RDP concerns HUNDREDS of farmers from commonages and other vulnerable areas protested in Dublin on Thursday last, outside the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, to highlight the lack of action on farmer concerns relating to the new GLAS scheme and the restrictions imposed in SAC areas. The protest coincided with the Minister for Agriculture taking questions in the Dail that morning. IFA President Eddie Downey has called on Minister Simon Coveney to immediately address farmer concerns as the Rural Development Plan is due to be submitted to Brussels in the coming weeks. Eddie Downey said there are outstanding issues to be resolved.These include clarity on the stocking of commonages, including farmer opposition to the unworkable collective agreement rule, payment levels for all GLAS measures, including the Natura designated area payment, and details of eligible items for grant aid under TAMS II. Farmers were strongly critical of Minister Jimmy Deenihan, with the protest sending a clear message that there can be no restrictions without adequate consultation and compensation on all SAC and designated areas. IFA’s SAC Chairman Tom Turley said, “The two Ministers need to come forward with a plan to sort out designation issues, with an immediate commencement of inclusive discussions on the Commonage Framework Plan”. IFA Rural Development Chairman Flor McCarthy has also urged the Minister for Agriculture to change the GLAS ranking system, in favour of low-income farmers and to remove any specific reference to an organic nitrogen limit in the selection criteria.The GLAS scheme as proposed by the Minister is discriminatory and will result in many low-income farmers not qualifying. “There should be no reference to such categories within the GLAS criteria. All farmers, and in particular those who are on low incomes, must get priority.” On hill farmers, Pat Dunne Chairman of the IFA Hill Farming Committee said that other than the commonage issue, he wants to see meaningful engagement on the stocking rules, a higher GLAS payment in hill areas, higher ANC payments and a specific measure for hill sheep under the knowledge transfer criteria.
Failure of EU Agri Council to conclude on butterfat adjustments are a major let down for Irish farmers IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary, said the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney must put more pressure on Commissioner Ciolos to stop playing politics with the soft landing, and to take charge of this issue to bring it to a satisfactory resolution urgently. This follows failure by the EU Agriculture Council to come to any conclusion on the proposed butterfat adjustment, indeed any conclusion at all in their
dairy discussions. “The Council’s indecision and Commissioner Ciolos’ politicising of the issue are letting down farmers all over Europe, including Ireland. Minister Coveney must urgently secure the fast tracking of this issue to the very top of the Italian Presidency agenda if it cannot be dealt with any sooner,” Mr. O’Leary said. “IFA pressure has played a crucial part in obtaining a joint position in COPA-COGECA in favour of a butterfat corrector reduction, and the European farmers’ group joint position will have helped influence a large number of member state Governments,” he said.
Government must defend Irish farm interests in TTIP Trade Talks RESPONDING to a Department of Enterprise report expounding the benefits of an EU/USA trade deal TTIP, IFA President Eddie Downey advised caution, saying there were real risks for Irish agriculture. He said the Irish Government and EU negotiators must ensure that the unique standards and production systems that apply on Irish and EU family farms are not compromised in these discussions. He strongly questioned the validity of Minister Bruton’s report, stating that thousands of jobs in agriculture could be lost unless the concerns of the livestock sector are fully addressed in any final agreement. In discussions with US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack in Dublin yesterday, IFA President Eddie Downey had an open and frank discussion on the real concerns of Irish farmers over the US demands for increased volumes of US beef imports, in the TTIP trade negotiations. “Equivalence of standards and end-use control of quotas will have to be strict criteria”. Agriculture cannot become the sacrificial lamb in the EU/US trade negotiations, according to Mr. Downey, who said Minister Coveney and our Government must be very strong and forthright in defending the interests of Irish farmers. The IFA President said Minister Coveney’s focus of opening the US market to Irish beef and lamb is very welcome, but cannot come at too high a price on US beef imports, which have the potential to seriously damage the Irish beef sector. In addition, Eddie Downey said Minister Coveney must also make it abundantly clear to Secretary Vilsack that Irish and European consumers will not accept any US beef, produced with the use of hormones and anabolic growth additives such as ractopamine, substances banned as unsafe in the European Union. Eddie Downey said Minister Coveney has to insist that there can be no imports from the US which fail to meet EU standards on the key issues of traceability, food safety and environmental standards. “Minister Coveney must make it clear that these are red line issues for Ireland and the EU in the TTIP negotiations.”
Kerry holding their May milk price vindicates IFA analysis IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has said the decision by Kerry to hold their May prices at the April level showed clearly that it could be done, as IFA had evidenced in its analysis of May market returns. “In this context, the decision by Glanbia, Carbery and Lakeland to cut their May milk prices is all the more disappointing for milk suppliers,” he stated. “While it is clear that market returns have come back from their peaks of early this year, it is important that dairy farmers, under serious cash flow pressure with superlevy and merchant credit bills, would be in a position to optimise their incomes at peak – and this has not happened in previous market upturns,” he said. “Milk price adjustments in 2014 must be absolutely minimal. Northern Hemisphere supplies are past peak and the Oceanian 13/14 season has ended. There is now a seasonal lull in which market prices have stabilised, and even firmed somewhat, with demand picking up in some regions,” he said. “The most recent information available from the EU Milk Market Observatory shows that the raw milk spot prices in Italy and the Netherlands have been increasing for the last three weeks. Butter and SMP prices were up 0.6% and whey powder by 1% in the week beginning 8th June, reversing the trend of previous weeks,” he said.
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Pat Denn (Denn Feeds), presenting the sponsorship cheque (€1,000) for the All-Ireland Dairy Championship at the Dungarvan Show to Liam Curran (Chairman of the Show Cattle Committee). Included are committee members: Ned Phelan, Tomás Kiely, Mossie Donovan, and John Leahy. The show is on Thursday, July 24th. [Rory Wyley]
Know Your Neighbour Weekend Launched MACRA na Feirme, and media partners Irish Country Living, have launched the annual Know Your Neighbour Weekend which is taking place on the 12th and 13th July. The theme this year is ‘Neighbours – Near and Far’ as Macra encourage you to include your neighbours who are living abroad. You can do this by organising a skype call and getting everyone in the community to say hello to
their distant friends or send them a postcard letting them know you’re thinking of them. Communities across Ireland have lost neighbours to emigration and their loss is felt by those left behind – in the local Macra and GAA clubs, in their own homes and in their local communities.We’re encouraging everyone to make the most of technology like Skype to make their Know Your Neighbour event an
international affair and help their neighbours abroad feel part of the gang again! Know Your Neighbour Weekend is in its 9th year and aims to bring neighbours together over one weekend of the year to get to know each other better. Everyone is asked to organise an event in their own community – whether it’s a low key coffee morning or an all-inclusive field day, why not take the opportunity to get your neighbours
together? You can find information on the weekend, event ideas and resources to download like posters, invites and name badges on knowyourneighbour.ie – it’s where you can register your event. You can also register your event by texting ‘KYN’ followed by your name and address to 51444. And remember – don’t walk by, say hi!
Dungarvan Mart Report BULLOCK SECTION 1 Fr. 740 kgs. made €1,300. 3 Lim. 416 kgs. made €900 each. 2 Lim. 450 kgs. made €940 each. HEIFER SECTION 1 Fr. 625 kgs. made €1,100. 5 A.A. 403 kgs. made €770 each. 5 A.A. 377 ks. made 705 each. DRY COW 1 Fr. 855 kgs. made €1,020. 1 Fr. 695 kgs. made €880. 1 Fr. 655 kgs. made €870. Fr. Bull Calves wanted for export. All enquiries to Dungarvan Mart (05841611).
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Teagasc News Minister Coveney CATTLE Eight and half thousand beef farmers attended Beef 2014 at Teagasc, Grange, County Meath last week to see the largest display of beef technologies ever staged. This major event focussed on a roadmap for more profitable beef farming under Irish conditions. Beef farmers were informed that the challenge within the farm gate is to increase the competitiveness of their farming business through the adoption of key technologies in relation to beef genetics, grassland management, herd health and adoption of efficient beef production systems.The event focussed on those technologies through a series of well laid out technology villages. When discussing the key principles for profitable suckler beef production systems Teagasc researcher Paul Crosson emphasised the importance of grass based nutrition and of fitting the production system to the farm. Grass based nutrition Due to the considerably lower comparative cost of grazed grass as a feedstuff, maximising the proportion of high digestibility, grazed grass in the annual feed budget is critical. Grassland management revolves around a flexible rotational grazing system, with the objective being to achieve high animal performance from high digestible leafy grass over a long grazing season. Grass conservation is very important due to the obvious necessity of producing silage for the indoor winter period and because a high proportion of the total annual feed bill is for grass silage production. Also grass silage harvesting is an integral part of grassland management on beef farms. In Grange the objective is to produce high digestibility first cut grass silage for progeny (75% DMD) and moderate digestibility (higher yields) silage for cows (67% DMD).The annual feed budget on a dry matter basis for the Grange calf to weanling system comprises 70% grazed grass, 25% grass silage and 5% concentrates. For the calf to beef system it is 60% grazed grass, 30% grass silage and 10 % concentrates. These proportions will vary with weather conditions. Meal supplementation is necessary to make up the deficit in the nutrient supply from forage and when grass or silage supply declines. In integrated calf to beef systems supplementation of calves (1 kg/day) occurs pre and post weaning; supplementation levels are higher 2-3 kg/hd.) in calf to beef systems. Weanlings are generally supplemented with 1 – 2 kg concentrate daily during the first winter to grow at 0.6 kg live weight per day and avail of compensatory growth during the subsequent grazing season. Finishing cattle receive higher levels of supplementation daily; heifers 3-4 kg, steers 4-5 kg and bulls 5 kg to ad lib concentrates. Concentrate supplementa-
tion of cows (1-2 kg daily) is confined to first calvers, from calving until turn out to pasture. Fitting the system to the farm It is critically important that beef farms have a farm plan in place and that this plan sets out the production strategy for the farm including calving date, planned turnout dates, grazing management, planned housing dates, trading system and replacement strategy. Flexibility must also be built in to the plan to allow for weather volatility and opportunistic selling during high price periods. The following table sets out the risk factors that need to be considered when deciding on a production system. Risk factors for finishing male progeny from the suckler herd IMPORTANT System Market risk
Concentrate price risk
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24m steer beef Highest volume demand; suitable for all markets. Industry specifications around age and carcass weight critical. Lowest exposure to concentrate price changes. Lowest requirement for contracts.
16m bull beef Lower volume demand; primarily targeting UK market. Age specification critical.
19m bull beef Lower demand, primarily for continental EU markets.
High exposure to concentrate price changes.
High exposure to concentrate price changes.
Lower volume Lower volume market; contract market; conselling advisable. tract selling strongly recommended. Income High (see mar- Highest (see Moderate potential ket risk above) market risks and contracts above) Grazing Excellent grass- Lowest grazing Excellent management land managedemand grassland management ment required required for for a full grazspring grazing. ing season; high grass demand in autumn. Live weight High live System incorSystem performance incorporates a weight perporates a “store” period formance at all “store” period & average life- stages in the life & average lifetime gain of time gain of 0.9 cycle 1.3 kg/day 1.2 kg/day. kg/day. Animal injury Lowest risk of Risk of animal Risk of animal injury during injury followanimal injury the indoor fin- ing turnout & ishing period. rehousing. Farmer safety Vigilance to Very high level Very high of vigilance to level of vigianimals bulls required at lance to bulls required all times. required at all times.
TEAGASC/GLANBIA MONITOR FARM FOCUS Week Ending: 23rd June, 2014 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
Faha, Kilmacthomas 22.45 3.88 3.46 1.65 1 734 244 1,750 51 61
Ballynoe, Cork 21.2 3.65 3.53 1.57 0 574 179 1,700 57 62
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• Cut out 8 acres of paddocks for bale silage at 3½ bales per acre. • Spreading 1 bag of Pasture Sward/Acre after grazing. • Have 12 days grass ahead of cows. • All calves getting 1 Kg of meal per day. • 20 acres burned off to reseed when weather breaks. • SCC at 101,000 at present.
• Rain needed, growth slowing up now. • Following the cows with 20 units of sulfa can. • Breeding going well, vasectomised bulls essential now as very little activity. • Average calf weight 134kg, happy enough only lighter calves on meal now (13 of 48) 1kg/head/day. Heavier calves off meal.
EVENTS Teagasc Large Herd Open Day: Teagasc Large Herd Open Day on the farm of Tom and Simon Browne Knocknagappagh Killea, Co. Cork on Thursday, June 26th 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.. This is an 800 cow herd.You will hear the history of the development of this herd, see the excellent facilities and the 300 replacement heifers, hear the challenges associated with managing stock and labour and in the discussion forum you may ask your questions to the Browne’s. This is a unique opportunity to visit this farm and there are many lessons to be learned from the innovative thinking and ideas that have been put in to place. Advance booking is essential. Telephone Collette at 022 21936. All are welcome. Teagasc Greenfield Dairy Farm Open Day: An Open Day will take place on the Teagasc Greenfield Dairy Farm, Kilkenny on Wednesday, 2 July, 2014 commencing between 10.30am and 11.30 a.m. You will hear about the farm’s physical and financial performance since start up and how it compares to the original plan. There will also be discussion on the mistakes made and the lessons learned to date. There will be two farmer forums where farmers will get the opportunity to discuss their concerns and ideas for expansion. All are welcome. Teagasc “Crops and Spraying 2014”: A Teagasc Crops and Spraying event will be held in Teagasc, Kildalton College on Thursday, 3rd July, 2014 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. This major event will focus on a new piece of legislation that will affect every tillage farmer in Ireland (the Sustainable Use Directive or SUD), new technologies and trials on varieties, fertiliser and fungicide. Every farmer who uses agri-chemicals is required to register with the Department of Agriculture and needs to know what the SUD entails. Farmers will have the opportunity to register with the Department on the day. (Growers will need a PPSN number, email address and type of previous pesticide training completed). The event will also include demonstrations on all aspects of sprayers and spraying. All are welcome.
READER’S QUERIES Question: As part of my membership of Bord Bia Quality Assurance I received a letter informing me of an audit in the near future. I generally have things as right as I can so that’s not a problem, however, it mentions having my Health and Safety requirements and paperwork up to date. Safety is a priority on my farm however, I have no paperwork available.What level of documentation will they be looking for? Can you please advise? A. Bord Bia auditors will check to see if you are meeting your obligations under the Safety, Health and Welfare at work Act 2005. Farms that have three or less employees are obliged to have a valid Farm Safety Code of Practice Risk Assessment Document available for inspection. This document is basically a series of hazard analysis, risk assessments and the necessary controls required for them on your farm. By signing this document you are undertaking to make your farm a safe place of work as far as is reasonably practicable. This document is only valid if updated on a regular basis, annually, or where there has been any significant change. Documents are available on www.hsa.ie or you can complete them in electronic format on www.farmsafely.com. We also provide an audit service which includes completion of the necessary documentation. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Make Farm Safety Your Priority this summer. Farm Well, Farm Safely.Visit www.hsa.ie
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SPEAKING at the Teagasc Beef Open day in Grange in Co Meath recently, IFA President Eddie Downey said there is real anger and frustration on the ground among the country’s 100,000 livestock farmers over the income crisis in the beef sector. He said it is incredible that the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney would indicate that he is powerless and can do nothing with the meat factories, over the way they are abusing farmers on the Quality payment system and beef specification cuts. In addition, Eddie Downey said the Minister must address the lack of progress in removing the roadblocks impeding the live trade to Northern Ireland, vital for price competition. Eddie Downey said farmers do not accept that the Minister is powerless with the factories. He said, “The Minister must address this issue immediately in order to restore confidence before more damage is inflicted on producers”. The IFA President said Teagasc needed to immediately undertake a full and proper analysis of the implications of the beef specification cuts being implemented by the factories on farmers and the Irish beef sector. He said the factory proposal to impose a 380kg carcass weight limit will have a devastating impact on our quality suckler cow herd. In addition, Teagasc need to highlight the facts around the uneconomic returns and unsuitability of under16 month bull beef systems being promoted by the factories in our grass-based, production systems. Eddie Downey said farmers are concerned with the changes to the Teagasc blueprint on suckling, along the lines they have introduced in the Derrypatrick herd in Grange. He cautioned against abrupt changes to production systems and breeds. The IFA President said farmers had learned a very expensive lesson from the experience of following the lead from factories two years ago, where they were
strongly encouraged to keep their dairy bred calves for bull beef production. He said the reality this spring was the same factories walked away from buying these cattle at a viable price and farmers suffered severe financial losses. Eddie Downey also called on Teagasc to undertake a major communication programme with livestock farmers through marts, meat plants, farmer meetings, and discussion groups across all of the key areas on research, production and marketing in order to improve efficiency and incomes. IFA National Livestock Chairman Henry Burns said livestock farmers have encountered severe financial losses this spring and can take no more. He said its time Minister Coveney stood up for livestock farmers and restored some confidence back into the sector. He said farmers are sick and tired listening to the Minister telling everybody how good things are and singing the praises of the processing industry, when beef prices have plummeted and livestock farm incomes are on the floor. Teagasc recently confirmed the facts that livestock farm incomes are down 13% to 22% last year, at extremely low levels ranging from €9,469 to €15,595.” Compared to this time last year, beef prices are down 15% to 20%. Steer prices are down 70c/kg, which is equivalent to €280 per head on a 400kg animal. Across a full year a price reduction of this magnitude, discounting for increased supplies, would amount to a massive reduction of €370m in the value of beef output and exports. Henry Burns said the failure of Minister Coveney to challenge the factories on the beef price and specification issues at the Beef Forum, is being used by the factories as a licence to drive on and implement these severe cuts across the board. He said the Minister is allowing the factories to get away with imposing totally unfair and unnecessary cuts on farmers.
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New certified and subsidised Milking Course launched A NEW Certified Milking Course to develop the skills of dairy farmers has been launched by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Simon Coveney TD. The course has been developed by Teagasc, FRS Network (Farm Relief Services) and AHI (Animal Health Ireland) and is part subsidised by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Dairy farmers with an 80 cow herd could be losing up to €560 per week because of high somatic cell count (SCC) and this course, costing a fraction of this, has been developed to improve milking practices on dairy farms to help alleviate these and other inefficiencies affecting farmer’s pockets and herd health. Successful completion of the ‘Best Practice in Milking’ course will result in a FETAC/QQI Level 6 Certificate. It involves two days training followed by an assessment and includes practical on-farm milking sessions. It is designed to develop the skills of the milker to ensure that all cows are milked effectively and efficiently and reduce preventable waste by producing lower somatic cell counts (SCC) and better milk quality. The course is unique as it brings together the theory elements of milking and the practical implementation of the theory. A customised DVD aids its delivery and acts as a reference guide after the course. Course tutors have been specifically trained and course content approved by the
experts in the area of milking best practice. Courses, which begin in July, are open to all levels of milking experience from new entrants and people interested in relief milking to experienced dairy farmers. The cost of the course is €250 to each participant, which includes €250 Department funding and advanced booking is advised as funding is limited and is on a first come first served basis. At the Launch Minister Coveney said; “By improving standards and improving current farming practices through this milking course will help take this industry to the next level and to where we need to be in order to provide the best produce efficiently and compete on the wider international stage. The department is backing this course through its funding and encourages farmers to upskill their current practices and new entrants to put the best foot forward and complete the course.” Tom O’Dwyer, Head of Dairy Knowledge Transfer Teagasc says “With the expected increase in cow numbers and milk output, there is a requirement to train more milkers, as well as upskilling current milkers. A skills based course relating to milking skills has been sought by a number of representative bodies and Teagasc is delighted to have worked with FRS and AHI in the development of this new course. A number of our advisers have been trained to deliver course
material and I look forward to the nationwide roll-out of the course over the coming months.” Mike Magan, Chairman of the CellCheck Industry Implementation Group and Chairman of AHI said at the launch, “AHI is delighted to be involved with Teagasc and FRS in the development of the course material and in supporting this initiative. The “Best Practice in Milking” Course will highlight to the participants the importance of reducing SCC on dairy farms and the impact that reduction will have on the overall profitability of Irish dairy farms. A 10% reduction in the national SCC levels will be worth an additional €37.6m to Irish farmers and the dairy industry.” Peter Byrne, CEO FRS Network says “FRS have been providing milking training to FRS relief milkers and farmers for almost 35 years, but we wanted to standardise the course to improve the consistency of its delivery and also give a certification of achievement to participants that recognises the hard work they have put in and the learning value that they have received. FRS milking operators will also be attending the courses in order to maintain our high service standards.” Courses are available nationwide on a first come first served basis and can be booked online at www.frstraining.com/milkingcourse or by calling 1890 20 1000.
CAPPAGH, DUNGARVAN c.42 HECT. (104 ACRES) ROADSIDE LANDS IN 3 DIVISIONS
FOR SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION 17th July, 2014 – Park Hotel, Dungarvan These lands are currently all in permanent pasture and comprise some of the finest limestone land in the county. In 3 separate roadside divisions less than half a mile apart, this is an opportunity to acquire land in this renowned dairy farming area.
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CANTY 13.8 Hect. (34 acres) Roadside Land with Residence LAURAGH 11.53 Hect. (28.49 Acres) Roadside Land COOLATOOR 16.6 Hect. (c.41 acres) Roadside Land Solicitor: Kilfeather & Co., Solicitor, Galway, having Carriage of Sale. Further details, maps, etc., from the Auctioneers.
AHANAGLOGH, KILMACTHOMAS 33 HECTARES (C. 83 ACRES) ROADSIDE FARM • Good quality permanent pasture in 4 main divisions. • Excellent handling facilities with holding pens and cattle crush. • Farm Roadway. • Adjacent to N25 with ample road access on road to Stradbally. • Ideal cattle unit for beef or intensive dairy unit where heifers could be reared off grazing platform.
MONAVUGGA, CAPPOQUIN 8.10 HECT. (20 ACRES) RESIDENTIAL HOLDING • Prime Roadside lands with residence • All in permanent pasture in good sized divisions • Scenic area close to Mount Melleray Abbey • All services- Mains water, electricity • Solicitor Neil Twomey and Co., Lismore, having Carriage of Sale. HARTY & CO. Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.
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FROM director Clint Eastwood comes the big-screen version of the Tony Award-winning musical "Jersey Boys." The film tells the story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons. The story of their trials and triumphs are accompanied by the songs that influenced a generation, including "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man," "Dawn," "Rag Doll," "Bye Bye Baby," "Who Loves You," and many more. Jersey Boys is a musical biography of the Four Seasons – the rise, the tough times and personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became symbolic of a gen-
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BRENDAN O'Carroll's brilliant comic creation defends her market stall from a nasty developer in her hilarious bigscreen debut. Feisty matriarch Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll) runs a fruit and vegetable stall in Dublin's historic Moore Street Market. It's been in her family for generations and she hopes eventually to pass it to daughter Cathy (Jennifer Gibney). Then she receives a vast tax bill. Maria (Fiona O'Carroll) and Rory (Rory Cowan) embark on a foolhardy plan to raise the cash by swimming the channel. Meanwhile, our potty-
mouthed heroine learns that she's not the only one to have her livelihood and heritage threatened. A dastardly developer wants to bulldoze the entire market. Now Agnes must take on the Irish establishment – with a little help from Buster Brady's troop of blind trainee Ninjas, an alcoholic solicitor, and a barrister with Tourette's Syndrome! This uproarious spin-off from Brendan O'Carroll's muchloved, BAFTA-winning TV comedy sensation was filmed in authentic Dublin locations.
La Bayadere Live From The Mariinsky Theatre, St. Petersburg Monday, July 14th at 6.30 p.m. The powerful story of the noble warrior Solor and the temple dancer Nikia, La Bayadère is a classic 19th century production that combines the exotic setting of 19th century India with the stunning virtuosity of Russian ballet technique, and features one of the most celebrated scenes in classical ballet – The Kingdom of the Shades. When the Mariinsky Theatre last performed the production in London at the Royal Opera House in 2011, it received a rapturous reception from critics and audiences alike. The three principals – Viktoria Tereshkina, Anastasia Matvienko and Vladimir Shklyarov – will be reprising their roles for the live broadcast, giv-
ing ballet fans nationwide the opportunity to watch the very pinnacle of Russian ballet at their local cinema. The live broadcast of La Bayadère is part of the Mariinsky on Screen cinema season distributed by London-based event cinema distributor More2Screen in partnership with the French production company Telmondis. There will be a live broadcast of a new production of Prokofiev’s War and Peace from the new stage of the Mariinsky Theatre (Mariinsky II) on Wednesday, 16th July 2014. Cast – Nikiya: Viktoria Tereshkina; Solor: Vladimir Shklyarov; Gamzatti: Anastasia Matvienko.
War and Peace (Prokifiev) Live Opera from the Mariinsky Festival Wednesday, 16th July at 6.30 p.m. THE world premiere of a brand-new production of Prokofiev's epic masterpiece conducted by the internationally acclaimed Valery Gergiev and broadcast live from the recently opened Mariinsky II building in St. Petersburg. Konchalovsky's solution is brilliant: the action takes place on a convex dome like the curved surface of the Earth. This nicely reflects the circularity of the waltz music in the "peace" themes, while its
ceaselessly changing landscape gives the "war" theme a dizzy, global feel. All this is splendidly cinematic: under swirling Turner skies, the battling armies and oppressed multitudes shunt endlessly to and fro while acts of casual brutality and hopeless heroism suggest war's pity, terror and confusion. Prokofiev's atmospheric music emerges in all its glory thanks to Gergiev's magic in the pit.
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Waterford Dragon Warriors Fundraising Event
Sunday, August 10th at 4.00 p.m.
“Mutiny on the High Seas” in Dungarvan Harbour WHY not take part and enjoy the fun, with a day of Mutiny on the High Seas in Dungarvan Harbour on Sunday, August 10th at 4 p.m. Dragon Boating has been proven to be beneficial to breast cancer patients and survivors as part of their rehabilitation after surgery. Waterford Dragon Warriors are members of the public affected by cancer, who have come together to create a crew and they hold sessions twice
weekly from Neptune Marina, River Suir, Waterford City. Please log onto their website for more details www.waterforddragonwarriors.com They are looking for teams to participate in a 'Raft Race Challenge' to
secure funding for the purchase of a “Rescue Boat” for the Waterford Dragon Warriors. Each team will consist of a captain and six crew members, it is open to male and female contestants, we are appealing to all clubs
and employers to nominate a team, bring their family and friends along to join in what we hope will be the best “Mutiny on the High Seas”. All you have to do to be part of this worthy cause is to get a team together and hand build a raft and enter the challenge, you will also be in with the chance to win a €1,000 prize kindly donated for this event. For further information please contact Stephen Foley on 087-7800256.
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Downey’s Bar hosts battle of the bands - reunion FOLLOWING on from the recent success of The WLRfm/Waterford Credit Union Battle of The Bands 2014, the three finalists are coming together to perform for one night only in Downey’s Bar on Friday, 27th June. Starting off the night will be Dungarvan’s up and coming young star LUKE O’BRIEN who is no stranger to the stage having just
finished with performing in The Addams Family. This will be Luke’s first public gig. Luke will be followed by HOLLY RYAN, a young girl from Waterford City with a powerful voice who is also no stranger to the stage, having performed in The Theatre Royal on many occasions. The final act to perform will be the overall winners of the competition,
CIDER WASPS who need no introduction to Downeys and are fast becoming one of Dungarvan’s best bands to emerge on the music scene in the last couple of years. So for a night of great entertainment call into Downey’s this Friday, the music starts at 10.00 p.m. and give your support to these up and coming stars of the future.
Puccini’s “Manon Lescaut” Live from Covent Garden Tuesday, June 24th, at 6.45 p.m. (From Jim Ryan) Anew Puccini production at Covent Garden is
always an eagerly awaited event in the opera world. T he opera, ‘Manon Lescaut’, the composer’s third opera and his first major success,
makes a welcome return to this operahouse after an absence of twenty years, directed by Jonathan Kent. I am particularly happy
to see that it is being conducted by Covent Garden Music Director, Antonio Pappano. For me, he is a wonderful conductor and at every performance by conducted him which I attended, whether at the SGC screenings or in attendance at the theatre, I came away feeling that he had got the very best out of the musical score and from the singers at his disposal – and who could ask for anything more? Furthermore, with the great Puccini soprano, Kristine Opolais as the heroine, Manon, and the wonderful tenor, Jonas Kaufman as Des Grieux. The quality of the Soprano and Tenor for this performance from Covent Garden makes this a must see.
The Charity Vintage Tea rooms based in St. Mary's Church of Ireland have won an all Ireland award for their Facebook page. A group of independent jurors gave the tea rooms the 'Most Innovative Use of Social Media in a Parish' medal. The adjudicators commented that the use of colorful images and great interaction with community was a deciding factor in the award given by the Church of Ireland (South & North) press office. Ria Drohan, the Churchwarden who runs the page, said: “We are delighted that the tea rooms has won this award as it also helps us to raise the profile of the Church in the community and in turn help the charities. Apart from the Sunday services, we also run a suicide support group and a social knitting group as well as the fundraising teas and concerts and Facebook is a great way of getting our message out there. Sky TV are also coming to film soon, so the fame of our lovely tea rooms is spreading! We raised €21,500 last year for the local charities so it’s all good!” The tea rooms are open every Saturday 2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m. – and yes – you can find details on Facebook! Charity Vintage Tea Rooms.
Talented and experienced traditional musicians and dancers from the South East and Munster come together each Thursday in the Theatre Royal over the Summer SEÓ is a newly created celebration of traditional Irish music and dance inspired by the maritime and musical influences of Waterford and the southeast region produced by the Lismore Music Festival. The new Seó at the Theatre Royal begins at 6.00 p.m. in The Reg, with refreshments and the historical background to the city followed by a tour to the theatre to see Seó on stage. “Seò has been created by a group of incredibly talented and experienced traditional musicians and dancers from the South East and Munster and is a melting pot of traditional
music and dance with contemporary influences. We have drawn on centuries of maritime songs and local music as well as traditional dances and steps indigenous to this part of Ireland to create something new but traditional. We believe 'Seò' will appeal to a traditional Irish audience who will experience traditional in a new way and to tourists who may be experiencing Irish traditional music and dance for the first time.” -Jennifer O'Connell, Seò Producer Tickets are €14/ €10 conc. Children under 12 go free. Every Thursday from June 26th.
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Former Lismore Councillor angry at Estate signs ‘hi-jack’ By Christy Parker FORMER Lismore FG Town Councillor Orla Russell is none too pleased at what she perceives to have been a cheeky bit of political opportunism by a Labour County Councillor. The issue in question concerns the procurement of access signs indicating
house numbers at Lios An Óir housing estate in Lismore. The signs were acquired particularly to assist access by emergency vehicles to the area. Recent media coverage portrayed the signs having been installed and with Cllr. Pratt in close attendance or, some might interpret, claiming credit for them being there at all! Cllr.
Russell, having instigated and persistently raised the issue of the signs during her last term as a Town Councillor, was and remains “quite annoyed” at this perceived misrepresentation. Cllr. Russell says she contacted the County Council and the Labour Councillor for clarification on the matter following publication of the picture.
She says Cllr. Pratt told her that while campaigning for the recent local elections he had been informed that the signs were promised but were not forthcoming. “As I told him, that was because a number was wrong on one of them and it had had to go back,” she explains. An unhappy Cllr. Russell believes Cllr. Pratt “should have referred to me or to
the residents when concern was raised as to the delay with the signs. Residents and other former councillors are also quite annoyed about it as some of us fought to get these signs for two years,” she continues. Cllr. Russell claims she has gone public on the issue after Cllr. Pratt failed to maintain a spoken promise to clarify the matter in the
local press last week. Cllr. Pratt, now commencing his second term as a county councillor, denies any act of opportunism and says he contacted the local engineer after a Lios An Óir resident raised the matter of the then awaited signage. “I was asked to do something about it so I followed it up,” he explains.“The signs were only ordered at that stage
because the phone call was made in my presence and I have verified that since. What happened previously is immaterial to me,” the councillor continues, “but I certainly don’t go out to take credit for other people’s efforts and I’m quite proud of that. I don’t doubt that Cllr. Russell did a lot of work beforehand but I just do what is asked of me.”
Brazil and Deasy receive response in relation to Kilmac’ bus shelter Fr. Michael and his brother Noel (Dublin) with the special Papal blessing from Pope Francis to commemorate his Golden Jubilee.
Fr. Michael Enright’s Golden Jubilee FATHER Michael Enright from Abbeyside celebrated the Golden Jubilee of his ordination on Saturday, 14th June, 2014. The day commenced with a family Mass in Ballinroad Church, where he wore his original ordination vestments from 1964. There were 3 generations of the Enright family in attendance and the readings and prayers were read by many
of his nieces and nephews. At the end of the Mass, he was presented with a very special papal blessing from Pope Francis. A very enjoyable lunch was held afterwards at the Gold Coast Hotel where he was inundated with gifts and cards, many of them handmade by his young grand nieces and grand nephews. We wish him all the best for the future.
SECURING a bus shelter for Kilmacthomas has been made a public service priority by local councillor Liam Brazil and Waterford TD John Deasy. The Fine Gael colleagues have made representations to Waterford City and County Council on the issue, which has come up repeatedly in their contacts with residents over recent years. In reply to a letter from Deputy Deasy to County Manager Michael Walsh, the Council’s Director of Services Paul Daly confirmed: “We have investigated the matter and we are prepared to erect a bus shelter as requested.We are currently procuring same and seeking possible funding from the bus operator.
It is hoped to have the funding in place in the coming weeks.” The village is practically halfway between the city and the county town of Dungarvan and a lot of people, including senior citizens and parents with young children, use the Bus Éireann service between Cork and Waterford on a daily basis. Pleased that progress is being made, Cllr. Brazil said: “I have raised this at local authority level on a number of occasions and the need for a bus shelter was also brought up time and again on the extensive election canvass I did in Kilmac’. Last winter was one of the wettest on record and it’s long past the time when passengers should be expected to
wait for a bus exposed to the elements.” With a location earmarked at the end of Main Street, Deputy Deasy says it’s time to finally put this relatively small but still significant piece of infrastructure in place. “I’ve been informed by the Department of Transport that a new €7 million fund for public transport improvements includes €1.5m for a major investment programme in bus shelters across the country. “An estimated 40 additional shelters are to be provided under this measure, specifically targeting rural areas and I will be urging Waterford council officials to pursue this funding for Kilmac’ if necessary,” he said.
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Gary Hurley makes the cut in Irish Open IT was the weekend when West Waterford moved to Fota. From Thursday onwards throngs of fans took to the N25, en route to support our local hero Gary Hurley playing in his first Irish Open. What a weekend we had
as the Irish amateur international lined out with the pros. After opening with a fine 72, the Aglish man produced a five under par 66 to go into the weekend tied for 16th with the likes of defending champion
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Paul Casey on four under par. Gary raised the roof at a packed Fota Island when he holed out from 55 feet on the 9th green for his sixth birdie of the day. Mission accomplished as he became the only amateur to
make the cut in a field, where many of the big names were already heading home. Saturday was not to be one of his better days, yet he managed his second eagle of the competition on the par 5 fourth,
and registered birdies on the 5th, 17th and 18th holes. Gary completed his debut in the Irish Open with a very respectable 73 on Sunday morning. Thanks to the many supporters who walked the 18 holes and
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cheered their hero through the ups and downs. It was a priviledge to have been there and we look forward to many more big days as Gary progresses in his golfing exploits.
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PARK HOTEL WESTERN MINOR ‘B’ HURLING COMPETITION
Naomh Brid wins well in the end Naomh Brid ....................... 6-8; Brickey Rangers ............... 2-9. BRICKEYS deservingly led this game in Abbeyside last Sunday morning at half time by 1-7 to 0-5 but Naomh Brid were the more determined second half team and in the end they well deserved their 0-11 victory. From the outset, Brickeys availed of their not too numerous scoring opportunities very well while Naom Brid, if they recorded even a half of their chances, the game would have been settled long before it was, that being in the 52nd minute when sub Jack Skehan raised the second of his two green flags to make the score 4-6 to 1-8 in favour of the group team. The game boiled down to Naomh Brid wanting the win more than their opponents and in defender Ronan Gleeson, who played both very well and very consistently over the hour, they possessed the Man of the Match in this game. The Brickeys, who had to line out here without County player Cormac Curran opened the scoring with a good strike from play by Ryan O’Neill and Mike
Kearns responded with two pointed frees for the winners. The sides were level four times in the first half with Conor Morrissey 0-4 (1f) and Shane Nugent dissecting the posts for the Bushy Park team while Rian Reddy 0-2 and Stephen Cliffe kept the winners somewhat in touch at this stage. The match finished with eight goals on the board and the only one of the first half was struck by Brickey’s Ryan O’Neill in the 26th minute from a Conor Morrissey pass. The second half was only one minute old when Stephen Coffey raised the first of his side’s six second half goals and gradually the winners began to domoinate in general play and on the scoreboard. Conor Morrissey and Nicky O’Donovan traded pointed frees and what followed then was three consecutive Naomh Brid goals. The speedy Conor Kavanagh set up Nicky O’Donovan for the first of his three goals and sub Jack Skehan finished the sliotar to the net, after Kavanagh’s goal attempt was brilliantly saved by
Pictured at the Abbeyside / Ballinacourty GAA grounds last Sunday morning at the Brickeys v. Naomh Bríd Minor Hurling game were Pat Connaghton (Brickeys) and groundsman Michael O’Donovan.
Conor Whelan in the Brickey goal. Skehan nabbed his second goal in the 52nd minute and following a Darragh Herlihy score for Brickeys, Nicky O’Donovan scored his second goal courtesy of another Conor Kavanagh pass,(5-6 to 1-9). The winners finished with another goal from O’Donovan and a point each from Mike Kearns and Neil Phelan both of whom played a lot of ball here. Conor Morrissey got a consolation goal for the local club in the 61st minute as Naomh Brid now advance to the next stages of this competition. Naomh Brid’s Top Three: Ronan Gleeson, Nicky O’Donovan, Rian Reddy. Brickey’s Top Three: Conor Morrissey, Ryan O’Neill, Shane Nugent. Observer’s Man of the Match: Ronan Gleeson. Number of Scorers: Naomh Brid: 6. Brickeys: 5. Scores from Play: Naomh Brid: 6-5. Brickeys: 2-7. Conor Morrissey’s 20th minute point from near the sideline. Teams: Naomh Brid: Jonathon Carroll, Ronan Gleeson, Richard McGrath, Aaron Whelan, P. J. Coffey, Gary Power, Neil Phelan 0-1, Nicky O’ Donovan 3-1 (1f), Rian Reddy 0-2, Michael Kearns 0-3 (2f), Evan Hickey, Stephen Coffey 1-1, Conor Kavanagh. Subs: Jack Skehan 2-0, Nicky Walsh, Keith Hickey. Brickeys: Conor Whelan, Dylan O’Donovan, Michael O’Dwyer, Darragh O’Grady, Shane Nugent 0-1, Jordan Whelan Veale, Kieran O’Neill 01, Cathal Curran, Paul Whelan, Ryan O’Neill 1-1, Carthach Barry, Conor Morrissey 1-5 (2f), Darragh Herlihy 0-1. Subs: Paul Lannon, Michael Hanlon, Ruairi Curran. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside).
GAA Coaching and Games Development COUNTY POC FADA RESULTS Mahon Falls was the scene for the 2014 Poc Fada last Friday night. This was the 1st time we used the venue and the course was well received by all competitors. After the end of the U16 competition Cormac Gough from Stradbally was crowned the winner after beating Eoin Murray from Cappoquin narrowly. In the Senior Stevie Brenner from DLS was crowned champion for the 3rd year in a row with Andy Hubbard from Newtown/Ballydurn in 2nd. Both champions now head to the Munster Poc Fada on Saturday, 12th July in Glen of Aherlow. LENOVO SKILLS HUBS FOR 13-15 YEAR OLDS The Waterford Lenovo Skills Hubs will take place in Fraher Field, Tuesday, 8th - Friday, 11th July starting at 12 mid-day each day. Inter-County stars Jamie Nagle and Trish Jackman are heading up the coaching team for the Skills Hub which is open to boys and girls 13-15 years of age. Booking for the Skills Hub can be made at www.lenovoskillshub.gaa.ie. WATERFORD CLUBS IN ACTION AT FÉILE HURLING Last weekend was a busy weekend for 6 Waterford clubs in action at the national and regional Feile Hurling competitions. Abbeyside as county winners traveled to Thurles with the other Tier 1 champions but unfortunately did not make the knockout stages. Mt Sion, DLS & Ballygunner all participated in the regional Féile tournaments and all acquitted themselves quite well on the day. Sacred Heart and Ardmore as B winners and runners-up travelled to the national Féile in Ulster and both
clubs had very enjoyable weekends. Well done also to James Riordan from Abbeyside who was second overall in the national finals of the Féile Skills in Ulster KELLOGG’S GAA CÚL CAMPS START MONDAY Camps are starting next Monday and will continue for the next 8 weeks. Bookings are going well for the upcoming Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps. Bookings can be made online at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or through any of the clubs that are hosting camps. This year all children who attend the camps will get a county coloured kit bag. Week 1: St Saviour’s, Passage, Ballyduff Lower, Stradbally, Abbeyside / Ballinacourty Week 2: Clonea, Gaultier, Brickey Rangers, An Ghaeltacht, DLS Gracedieu Week 3: Ballygunner, Na Gaeil, Kilmacthomas, Clashmore/Kinsaleabg, Na Gaeil U-9 & U-10 HURLING & FOOTBALL BLITZES U-9 & U-10 Hurling and Football blitzes are taking place every week across the 3 GDA divisions. In West Division the action takes place on Monday nights with U9 H & F every secong Monday. In Urban and Mid County the action is on Wednesday nights with U-9 and U-10 H taking place. Further details can be got from GDA’s. FACEBOOK & TWITTER Don’t forget to join us on Facebook to see all the news and pictures from our latest events. www.facebook.com/waterfordcoaching. Waterford C&GD is now on Twitter @WaterfordGAACG for all the latest happenings.
Waterford GAA Poc Fada held in the Mahon Falls – Senior Competition: Tom Cunningham, Chairman County GAA Board presents the winner, Stevie Brenner, De La Salle with his prize while Sean O'Regan, Chairman Eastern GAA Board and Poc Fada organiser present the Runner-Up Andy Hubbard, Ballydurn with his prize. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE
High scoring derby ends all square Brickeys ........................................ 4-13; Ballinameela .................................. 4-13. CONDITIONS were ideal for a good game of hurling in Bushy Park last Friday evening and that’s exactly what these two teams produced for their respective supporters. Both teams were short a few regulars and looking at the team sheets, Brickeys looked to be nearer their starting fifteen than their near neighbours Ballinameela. As you would expect in a draw, both halves were evenly fought with Brickeys edging the first half by 2-5 to 0-9 and likewise Ballinameela winning the second by 4-4 to 2-8. Goals and points by Tadhg Tobin and Conor Morrissey helped Brickeys to their half-time lead as did white flags by the other Morrissey, John
at wing forward. Ballinameela recorded more first half scores than Brickeys but these were confined to points which were distributed among Brendan Phelan (3), Paul (2) and Jim Curran, Shane McGovern, Rob Shine and Christy Troy. Goals were the order of the day in the second half, with Olan Casey coming on board to strike two for the home team while Paul Curran went one better with a hat trick for his side. Paul Curran, Jim Curran and Rob Shine added points while Conor Morrissey was bang on target with 0-4 for the Brickeys assisted by further points by Darragh Duggan, Mark Shalloe, John Morrissey and Tadhg Tobin. Brickeys looked to have the league points wrapped up before the end but Ballinameela came with a strong
finish to deservingly claim a share of the spoils. Teams: Brickeys: Ray Landers; Kevin McCarthy, Diarmuid Tobin, Sam Keoghan; Carthach Shalloe, Philly Walsh, Tommy Lynch; Micheal Barry, Conor McGrath; Mark Shalloe 0-1, Darragh Duggan 0-1, John Morrissey 0-3; Conor Morrissey 1-6, Tadhg Tobin 1-2, Cormac O’Grady. Sub: Olan Casey 2-0. Ballinameela: Donagh Looby; James Shine, Tom Kiely, Keelan Looby, Kevin Phelan, John Harrington, Brendan Phelan 0-3, Cian Culloo, Paul Curran 32, Micky Phelan, Rob Shine 0-3, Shane McGovern 0-1, Jim Curran 1-2, Christy Troy 0-2. Referee: John Comdon (An Rinn).
Clashmore/Kinsalebeg wins at home Clashmore/Kinsalebeg...................2-9; Shamrocks..................................... 0-12. IT hasn’t been the most positive year on the field of play for Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg at adult level this season, so they will be happy with this win in the Western Intermediate Hurling League at home last Sunday afternoon, against a Shamrocks team that are working hard themselves in this grade in 2014. Of the two teams Shamrocks recorded more scores but a goal in each half by Shane Nugent and Paul O’Connor got Clashmore over the line here. The winners led by 1-6 to 0-4 at half time and this laid their foundation for victory. Shamrocks improved after the break, winning the half by 0-8 to 1-3 but it was the concession of the two goals that cost the Knockanore side the win. Clashmore started well with six different point scorers in the first 30 minutes
in the persons of James O’Leary, Paidi O’Rourke, Gavin Dower, Paul O’Connor, Donie Scanlon and Ronan Fitzgerald. Shamrocks were confined to 0-4 in the first period via Ciaran O’Keeffe (3) and minor Kelvyn O’Farrell. Shamrocks took the game to their hosts after the interval and they dissected the posts eight times with fine efforts from John Paul Lucey, Ciaran O’Keeffe and Ed. Hynes, 0-2 each, Tom O’Donovan and Sean Murphy. Former Inter County player Eoin Murphy lined out here again as he continues to give sterling service to his home club. Clashmore were confined to 0-3 in the second half apart from Paul O’Connor’s green flag and these came from the hurleys of O’Connor himself, Paidi O’Rourke and Sean Bourke. The goals were the difference between the teams as they have often been many times since the foundation of
the GAA itself and this win for the home side may be the beginning of turning their season around, with the business end of the championship somewhere around the corner. Teams: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Mark McGrath; P. Allen, Jason Seward, C. Lynch; Philip Dee, C. Bourke, Paidi Nugent; Sean Bourke 0-1, James O’Leary 0-1; Paidi O’Rourke 0-2, Gavin Dower 0-1, Paul O’Connor 1-2; Donie Scanlon 0-1, Ronan Fitzgerald 0-1, Shane Nugent 1-0. Shamrocks: Liam Murphy; John Baldwin, John O’Donovan, Chris Murphy; Tom O’Donovan 0-1, Eoin Murphy, Jason Ahearne; Brian Harnedy, Jamie Murphy; Kelvyn O’Farrell 0-1, Padraig Tobin, J. P. Lucey 0-2; Edward Hynes 0-2, Sean Murphy 0-1, Ciaran O’Keeffe 0-5. Subs: M. O’Neill, P. Roche, A. Kelly, R. Murphy. Referee: John Condon ( An Rinn).
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ELECTRIC IRELAND MUNSTER MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL . . .
Stern test awaits Deise Minors this evening Waterford -v- Clare in Fraher Field Wednesday, June 25th at 7.30 p.m. ALL roads lead to the Fraher Field this Wednesday evening for the eagerly awaited Munster Minor Hurling Semi Final between Waterford and Clare in what is expected to be the original 50/50 game between these two sides who have their sights set on qualifying for the Munster Final in Cork on Sunday July 13th. No Deise follower in their right hurling mind will expect the home team to repeat the 2013 result of 4-18 to 1-10 in our favour at the same venue, especially if they travelled to Ennis last April 9th, when it took a late surge by Derek Lyons’ charges to qualify directly for this evening’s encounter. At Cusack Park that evening, a Clare win looked to be the only outcome for most of the game and with a practically completely new squad from 2013 under manager Eamonn Fennessy, the Banner are certainly a force to be reckoned with this year. Clare are captained by Darragh Walsh, who is a son of Eibhlin Nic Craith and grandson of Seamus Mac Craith An Rinn and he usually lines out wearing the number 6 jersey at centre back. In our last meeting we failed to deal with the threat of Pauric McNamara around the centre of the field until Darragh Lyons was brought out to this area midway through the second half. Clare have the
ideal target man to aim for up front in six foot plus Aaron Shanagher who is the Provincial’s top scorer at present with 4-26 to his credit from three games played. The fact that our visitors have played two more championship games than we have is a distinct advantage even though we have played good challenge matches against all the leading counties. Following their defeat to us, Clare scored an easy win over Kerry by 6-25 to 0-11 which shows their quality up front if they are allowed to dominate. Behind the Banner’s beating or Tipperary by 1-23 to 0-12 lies the unusual story of the Premier County being reduced to 12 players as Clare Manager Eamonn Fennessy agreed that his charges didn’t play to their potential in the first half. Much of Clare’s hopes rest on the tall shoulders of Aaron Shanagher and when he blasted a 50th minute penalty against Tipperary to the net it ended their clash with Tipperary as a contest (1-18 to 0-11). However, Clare are more than a one man team as they showed in Ennis last April when their supporters left the grounds wondering just how they lost that match against us. It is said that it is difficult to beat a team a second time in the championship, especially at underage level, and this is the challenge that awaits our
minors this evening. Our positives from our last meeting, apart from the win naturally, is that we dug out the victory without being impressive and also our substitutes contributed handsomely to our comeback nearing the end of the game. A point in case was De La Salle’s Eddie Meaney who recorded 1-1 in his ten minute spell on the pitch and it shows the depth that is in the County squad. A further boost this evening is that Colm Roche from the Shamrocks is again available after injury and here is a real championship performer as we know from last year and especially in the All Ireland Final when the stakes were at their highest. Well the stakes are again rising by the day and hopefully our team will play to their potential on this occasion and start the rush for Munster Final tickets. BIG MATCH DETAILS Admission Fees: Adults: €10. Students and OAP’s: €5 with I.D. Under 16’s: Free. Match Officials: Referee: John McCormack (Tipperary). FIVE CHANGES ON TEAM FOR TO NIGHTS GAME The Waterford team was announced last Monday evening and it shows five changes in personnel and thirteen positional switches from the team that lined out against Clare in Ennis. Into the team come M.J. Sutton (Ferrybank), Michael Cronin (Ardmore), Colm Roche (Shamrocks) Jack Mullaney (Stradbally) and Aaron O’Sullivan (Cappoquin). This quintet replaces David Prendergast (Lismore), Shane Murray (Cappoquin), Edmond O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg), Joe
Allen (Dungarvan) and team Captain Shane Ryan (De La Salle). If the team lines out as announced, there are thirteen positional changes from the last day with only goalie Billy Nolan (Roanmore) and wing back Conor Prunty (Abbeyside) wearing the same number jerseys. M.J. Sutton has been given the task of marking Aaron Shanagher at the edge of the square and the fit again Colm Roche will man the centre back position. The midfield pairing of Darragh Lyons and Andy Molumby are driven hurlers with great engines and no doubt are placed there in an attempt to curb Clare’s dominance in this area. Shane Bennett has been moved up to the half forward line from centre back and now completes a line that are survivors of last year’s All Ireland winning team. The talented Aaron O’Sullivan is given his opportunity on the edge of the square and he is capable of getting valuable scores if the correct ball is delivered into him. Following some serious injuries, Patrick Curran is just back in the fray and despite his lack of practice, he is a valuable asset in the corner of the attack. The team in full lines out as follows: Billy Nolan; Eddie Hayden, M.J. Sutton, Michael Cronin; Conor Prunty, Colm Roche, Jack Mullaney; Darragh Lyons, Andy Molumby; Shane Bennett, Conor Gleeson, Cormac Curran; Peter Hogan, Aaron O’Sullivan, Patrick Curran. Team Management: Derek Lyons, John Treacy, Paul Keane.
Conor Prunty Abbeyside
Conor Gleeson Fourmilewater
Andy Molumby Cappoquin
The Last Time They Met Waterford ...............................................1-13; Clare ….............................………………..0-11. CLARE’S new look minor hurling team deservingly led this quarter-final championship game in Cusack Park, Ennis last Wednesday evening by 0-7 to 0-5 at half-time and likewise they enjoyed an 0-11 to 0-8 advantage with 53 minutes on the clock. They looked the hungrier team throughout but some positional switches and a number of substitutions revitalised the Déise effort as the visitors scored 1-5 without reply from the 54th minute to the 4th minute of time added on. The Clare support must surely have left Cusack Park wondering how they lost this game but credit Waterford, they upped their efforts when defeat was staring them in the face with time running out and amazingly the win was secured by the 58th minute after substitute Eddie Meaney’s kicked goal left the scoreboard reading 1-12 to 0-11. The 54th minute heralded a Waterford renaissance with Patrick Curran scoring his final free and Eddie Meaney slotting over a morale boosting point. Darragh Lyons restored parity between the teams in the 55th minute when he dispossessed his marker and shot over from midfield. A Lyons sideline cut found nippy corner for-
ward Peter Hogan in the 57th minute and he cooly scored the lead point for the first time since the 4th minute. Clare’s Conor O’Halloran raced through for what would have been a further equaliser but he caught the ball three times and the game’s key score came in the 58th minute when Eddie Meaney proved sharpest in the Clare goal area to kick the ball to the net and to event-ually decide the winners (1-12 to 0-11). Patrick Curran confirmed the win with a fine score from play in the 4th minute of added time. Scorers - Waterford: P. Curran 0-7 (6fs), E. Meaney 1-1, D. Lyons, S. Bennett (f), E. O’Halloran, S. Ryan, P. Hogan (0-1) each. Clare: A. Shanagher 0-7 (6 fs, 1 ‘64), I. Galvin, M. O’Shea 0-2 each. Waterford: B. Nolan; D. Prendergast, E. Hayden, D. Lyons; C. Prunty, S. Bennett, S. Murray; C. Gleeson, E. O’Halloran; J. Allen, C. Curran, S. Ryan (Capt.); P. Hogan, P. Curran, A. Molumby. Subs: S. Hagan for Allen (24), M. Cronin for Molumby (38), J. Mullaney for O’Halloran (49), E. Meaney for Ryan (49), J. Kennedy for C. Curran (60). Clare: J. Loughnane; J. McCarthy, S. Downey, R. Hayes; S. Fitzgerald, D. Walsh (Capt.), J. Arthur; M. O’Malley, G. Whyte; I. Galvin, M. O’Shea, D. Chaplin; P. McNamara, A. Shanagher, B. Guilfoyle. Subs: C. Fitzgerald for Whyte (ht), C. Quigley for O’Shea (52), C. O’Halloran for O’Malley (inj, 56). Referee: J. Murphy (Limerick).
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Can Laois repeat ‘Galway’ form Saturday, June 28th in Walsh Park at 7.00 p.m. NORMALLY when Waterford play Laois there is only one result in favour of the Deise men and the big question to be answered here is how were the O’ Moore men so good against Galway, who last week recorded a deserving draw against the mighty Cats. Were Laois that good or were Galway on the down side of their usual erratic form? Laois were eventually beaten in their Leinster Championship game by 1-22 to 0-23 points, having deservingly led at half time by 0-16 to 1-7. Despite playing against the second half wind, the contest was still level after the hour and it was just before the long whistle that Galway secured their victory. Laois had eleven different scorers against the Tribesmen and the tactic employed by Seamus Plunkett’s charges of long deliveries
into the heart of the Galway defence reaped rich rewards. Like ourselves, though, Laois are finding the scoring of goals a rare commodity and it will be interesting to see if we will have any at all in Walsh Park this Saturday. Waterford have prepared well since our defeat by Cork in the Munster Championship replay game and those two high standard games must stand to us for this particular clash. The squad spent the weekend training at the Gold Coast facilities in Ballinacourty and the only dampner is the late, recent news that Brian O’ Sullivan has been handed a two match ban following an incident in the second Cork game. In 2013, we beat both Offaly and Westmeath in the qualifiers and we played our best hurling of the year against Kilkenny on Michael Ryan’s shift before the County was catapulted into controversy not for the first time in recent years regarding team managers. A loss to Laois this Saturday would be a major setback to our Inter County hurling fortunes so the challenge is there for all involved to secure the correct result this weekend.
Pictured above are Shelly and Chrissy Walsh from Deckie's Bar, Modeligo presenting a set of sponsored training tops to Tom O'Byrne, Chairman of Modeligo GAA Club, along with the clubs captains for 2014 Pa Walsh (football) and Pa O'Donovan (hurling). The club are very grateful to the Walsh family for their generosity and continued support, all of which continues to display the strong bond held between the two, which also saw the late Deckie Walsh serve as a President of the local GAA Club.
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Blast from the Past – Dungarvan CBS Primary School An Banna Ceoil ag seinm Amhrán na bhFiann 1959.
WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE
Team captain Sean Leahy leads the way Tourin............................................... 5-12; Colligan .......................................... 2-16. AS with all league games last weekend, both teams were missing some regulars here for one reason or another. However, it was a worthwhile outing in a game that Tourin deserved to succeed by their 0-5 winning margin. The winners led by 3-8 to 1-6 at half time while the home team Colligan regrouped to win the second half by 1-10 to 2-4. The game’s top scorer was Tourin Team Captain Sean Leahy and his hat
trick of goals went a long way to his team claiming all two league points on offer here. Other Tourin marksmen included Tom O’ Brien, Dan Dransfield and Daithi Wilkinson. Colligan’s top scorer was Stephen McGrath with 1-3 to his credit and he was closely followed by Gavin Whelan (0-5) and John Morrissey (1-2). Teams: Tourin: Colm Bennett; Shane Dunne, Mike Scanlan, Jack Leahy; Tom O’Brien, Niall Fives, Brian Leahy; Kevin Leahy, Donal McGrath; David O’Brien, David Leahy, Dan
CITY LEAGUE U-12 HURLING DIVISION 1 p w d l Ballygunner A 5 5 0 0 St. Carthages 5 4 0 1 Glenmore 6 3 1 2 Tramore 6 3 0 3 Mt. Sion 4 1 1 2 Dungarvan 5 1 1 3 Roanmore 5 1 0 4 Abbeyside 4 0 1 3 CITY LEAGUE U-12 HURLING DIVISION 2 p w d l Ballygunner B 6 5 1 0 De La Salle 5 4 1 0 Portlaw 6 4 0 2 Clonea 6 3 0 3 Mooncoin 5 2 0 3 Passage 6 2 0 4
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Dransfield; Sean Leahy, Cathal Wilkinson, Daithi Wilkinson. Subs: Brian O’Donoghue, Brendan Scanlan, Craig Dunne, Eoin Dunne, Brendan McGrath. Colligan: Dean McKenna; Bryan Fraher, Alan Walsh, Ray Bannon; Peter Moloney, Mark Flynn 0-2, Mike McGrath; John Morrissey 1-2, P.J. Coffey 0-1; Gavin Whelan 0-5, Stephen McGrath 1-3, Ross Browne 0-1; Brian Flynn 0-1, John Kiely 0-1, Ian Fraher, Subs: Tom Kiely, Niall Browne, John Flynn, Michael Ryan.
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Gaelic Jottings Sympathy SINCERE sympathy is extended to sons John and Tony, daughters Marie Anne and Kathleen, grandchildren and great grandchildren and the extended family of the late Maurice (Moss) Hale, Lacken, Cappoquin. May he rest in peace.
Limerick I.T. to Host Fitzgibbon LIMERICK I.T. has been selected to host the Fitzgibbon Cup Inter-Varsities hurling competition in 2015. The Fitzgibbon Cup will see a number of top inter-county hurlers taking part. The current holders are Waterford Institute of Technology who won the title in Belfast earlier this year.
West MHC TOMORROW (Thursday) evening there will be two games in the Park Hotel Divisional (A) Minor Hurling championship. In the quarter-final there is a local derby encounter at Fraher Field when Abbeyside and Dungarvan meet. There is another local derby clash at Ballyduff when St. Carthages and Glenshelane clash. Both games throwin at 7.30 p.m. P.S. Cois Bhride has a bye to the semi-final.
Football Qualifier WATERFORD senior footballers make the trip to Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow on Saturday next to play the home county in group B of the qualifiers. The Deise side went out of the Provincial championship after a replay defeat to Clare in Fraher Field on a score of 3-11 to 0-12. Waterford lost mid-fielder, Shane Ahearne to a very harsh black card inside ninety seconds of the throw-in and his loss was a major blow. Carlow shipped a heavy defeat to Meath in the Leinster Championship. Waterford will travel to Dr. Cullen Park with confidence
and if in the right frame of mind, victory can be achieved. We wish all involved the best of luck. Elsewhere, Louth will host Tyrone, Cavan are at home to Westmeath while Leitrim travel to Newry to play Down. Last weekend in 1A of the qualifiers, Longford recorded a fantastic win in Celtic Park by 1-6 to 0-7 at half-time. It was the third time that Longford has defeated Derry in the qualifiers. Limerick had three points to spare over London at the Gaelic grounds in front of 607 spectators. Wicklow had a 3-12 to 0-17 win over Offaly in Aughrim while Laois were pushed all the way by Fermanagh in O’Moore Park. The sides were on parity at the break before the home side won by a point on the score of 1-19 to 2-15.
Feile Peil THIS weekend, Ballinacourty U-14 footballers will travel to County Mayo to represent Waterford in the National Feile Peil competition. This is the second year that they have qualified for the finals. The Feile has been revamped this year, in that it will be staged at the Connacht Centre of Excellence outside Ballyhaunis, County Mayo. There will be 128 U-14 boys teams and 56 girl teams participating. The idea of the new format is to take the ultra competitive nature taken by clubs out of the event. We wish Ballinacourty the best of luck and we know that they will represent the county with pride and honour.
West Hurling League MODELIGO have qualified for the final of the Divisional hurling league, having received a walk over from Cappoquin in a game due to have been played in Modeligo on Saturday evening last. Elsewhere in the same group Clashmore had a 2-9 to 0-12 win over Shamrocks. In Group 1, Brickey Rangers and
Waterford GAA Board makes a donation towards the Ken McGrath All-Star Challenge for the Ken McGrath Rehabilitation Fund – Tom Cunningham, Chairman Waterford GAA Board presents a cheque to Tom Shanahan, Chairman, Ken McGrath Rehabilitation Fund. Included are Joe Cleary, Treasurer County GAA Board, Kieran O'Connor and Tom Doyle, Committee. [Sean Byrne] Ballinameela played out a high scoring 4-13 - apiece draw. Tourin proved too strong for Colligan winning on a 5-12 to 2-16 scoreline. The Ballysaggart -v- St. Marys game was due to be played last night (Tuesday). LEAGUE TABLES GROUP 1 P W D Brickey Rangers 4 3 1 Tourin 4 3 0 Ballinameela 4 2 1 Colligan 3 1 0 Ballysaggart 3 0 0 St. Marys 2 0 0
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GROUP 2 P W D L Pts. Modeligo 5 5 0 0 10 Cappoquin 4 2 0 2 4 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 4 2 0 2 4 Geraldines 4 2 0 2 4 Shamrocks 4 2 0 2 4 Stradbally 5 0 0 5 0 P.S. Top team in each group to final.
Camogie DEFENDING All Ireland Senior Camogie champions Galway lost their opening game in the defence of their title last Saturday. They went down to Wexford in Athenry on a 2-12 to 1-11 scoreline in the round robin series. Elsewhere, Cork hammered Dublin by 4-24 to 0-5 while Clare accounted for Derry by nine points, 3-11 to 1-8. Kilkenny proved too strong for Offaly scoring a facile win on a 5-16 to 0-8 scoreline.
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Cycle organisers Liam O'Connor, Michael Gosgrave and Benny Flynn with Senior Players James Mahony and Michael O'Halloran at the Launch of the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Clubs sponsored Cycle from Limerick to Abbeyside on the 2nd August. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
TWO late points from Eoin Connolly saw Dublin advance to the electric Ireland Leinster Minor Hurling Championship. They accounted for Wexford on a 0-17 to 0-16 scoreline. Wexford led at half-time by 0-9 to 0-7 and still held a slender one point lead late on, before the Dubs snatched victory. The Dubs managed by Mt. Sion native Patrick Fanning who is deeply involved with under-age hurling in the capital. The Dubs will play Kilkenny in the final after the Cats defeated Laois by 1-21 to 0-16 in the other semi. The final will be staged in Croke Park on Sunday, 6th July.
East Waterford results INTERMEDIATE Hurling Championship: Ballygunner 3-19; St Mollerans 1-8; Dunhill 2-16; Clonea 3-13; Erins Own 1-19; Portlaw 1-11; Ferrybank 1-14; Tramore 0-12. Junior Hurling Championship: Passage 2-13; Roanmore 1-7; Clonea 1-14; Ballygunner 1-11.
Passing of true Gael from Cappoquin THE death took place on Thursday, 19th June, of Billy Kiely, late of Cappoquin and London. With his passing, Cappoquin lost one of its great sporting servants. In his younger days, Billy hurled with Cappoquin, and rowed with the ‘Old Dark Blue’ before circumstances forced him to London like so many others. There, not only did he carve out a career for himself, but he also became a leading light in the Cuchulainn’s GAA Club in the English capital. It was a source of great pride to AffaneCappoquin GAA Club that Billy was a chief organiser of a couple of weekend trips by the Cornerstone club to London in the 1980s. He and another Cornerstone legend, the late Jim O’Regan, were inseparable friends in London for many years too. Billy’s commitment to Cappoquin was quite amazing – he would come back nearly every year for a few weeks’ holidays at Biddy Doherty’s, go down to the Tailors for the chat, off to the matches and, of course, if ever the club here was trying to sell a few tickets for anything, he was never found wanting. When he retired, Billy and his wife moved back to her home area of Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo but even then Billy could be found in Cappoquin at carnivals, book launches and the occasional match. His passing, after a relatively short illness, has shocked and saddened many in GAA circles. Predeceased by his wife, Billy was laid to rest beside her in Ballyhaunis last
Monday, with his coffin draped in Cappoquin colours. Billy Kiely was one of the generations of great people that Cappoquin lost over the mid 20th century, but he never lost Cappoquin.
Feile Camogie Champions CONGRATULATIONS to Gaultier U-14 Camogie team on capturing the All Ireland Feile Na nGael title in Belfast on Sunday last. They had a 3-4 to 1-1 victory over Tullamore from Offaly in the decider. The defeated Antrim side Ballycastle in the semi-final on Saturday. This was a fabulous win for the Waterford representatives who received a huge reception when they arrived back at the club centre late on Sunday night. There was also success for De La Salle in the Division 3 shield final when they accounted for Eglish from Tyrone on 5-5 to 0-2 scoreline. A great weekend for Waterford Camogie.
Played in Cork SHC FOUR Waterford players lined-out in last Wednesday evening’s Cork senior hurling championship meeting of U.C.C. and C.I.T. at Pairc Ui Rinn. The College was a comfortable winner on a 3-23 to 1-13 scoreline. In the U.C.C. starting XV were Tadgh de Buirca (Clashmore / Kinsalebeg), Mark O’Brien (Tallow) and Modeligo’s Tom Devine who sent over three points from mid-field. On the C.I.T. side was Kieran Bennett from Ballysaggart who lined-out at wing back.
Sympathy THE Observer extends sympathy to sons Maurice, Eugene, Patsy and Ned; daughters Peggy (Orlandi), Maureen (Deppler), Anne (Phelan) and Chris (McTernan); grand-children and the extended Geary family on the death of Mary Ellen Geary, Lyrenaglough, Ballyduff. The Geary family has had and continues to have a long association with Ballyduff G.A.A. Club. May she rest in peace.
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SARGENT CUP HURLING LEAGUE . .
Local derby ends in stalemate Ballyduff.......................3-18; Lismore........................2-21. A LATE John Prendergast point earned Lismore a draw in a high scoring and competitive Sargent Cup Senior Hurling league game at Ballyduff on Friday evening. This local derby contest saw 44 scores, some of them excellent scores, recorded as play swung from end to end. The visitors held a slender two point lead at the interval, 2-21 to 2-10. The Ballyduff goals came from Andrew Casey after 10 minutes and top scorer Mikey Kearney in the 14th minute. Lismore’s opening goal came from Dan Shanahan after only four minutes, while John Heneghan who contributed 1-12 for his side had the second goal on 23 minutes. SECOND HALF Some excellent scores and great individual perform-
ances in the second half made for a great contest. The Red’s third goal came in the 57th minutes when a long range effort from wing back Ger Feeney went all the way to the net. This score tied up the game at Ballyduff 3-16, Lismore 2-19 and it was all to play for. Ballyduff regained the lead when Mikey Kearney converted a 65th in the 58th minute before Kevin Casey put two between the sides on the stroke of the full-time. Former hurler of the year Dan Shanahan pointed for the visitors as the game ticked into time added to cut the deficit to the minimum. Within 30 second mid-fielder John Prendergast sent over the equaliser with the draw a fair result. Scorers: Mikey Kearney 1-10; A. Casey 1-1; G. Feeney 1-0; S. Molumphy 0-3; S. Kearney 0-2; B. Kearney 0-1; K. Casey 0-1.
Scorers for Lismore: J. Heneghan 1-12; D. Shanahan 1-3; J. Shanahan 0-2; S. O’Keeffe 0-2; J. Prendergast 0-1; E. Bennett 0-1. Ballyduff: G. Hannon; T. Feeney, T. Molumphy, J. Hannon; G. Feeney, S. Kearney, C. Leamy; M. Kearney, S. Molumphy; Seamus Hannon, J. Kearney, B. Kearney; K. Casy, Mickey Kearney, A. Casey. Subs: D. McDonagh for T. Feeney. Lismore: J. McGrath; S. Reaney, D. Howard, P. Fenessey; S. Heaphy, B. Landers, B. Bennett; P. Coleman, J. Prendergast; J. Shanahan, E. Bennett, S. O’Keeffee; P. O’Keeffe, D. Shanahan, J. Heneghan. Subs: S. Barry for J. Shanahan; D. O’Gorman for Heaphy; P. Hennessey for Reaney. Referee: P. Casey (Cappoquin).
Good win for Abbeyside Abbeyside .................. 5-18; Passage ......................... 6-8. DESPITE both sides being understrength in a number of areas, this was a good win away from home by the Village against the County Champions Passage last Saturday evening. This victory continues Abbeyside’s good run in these competitions and they should be in the knockout stages of both. Passage will be disappointed with the loss at home as they were also doing well in both competitions but they will be
happy in sorts that they raised six green flags. Top scorer for the winners was Tiernan Murray who ended the hour with 3-2 to his credit while midfielders David Collins (1-3) and Michael O’Halloran (0-6) also contributed handsomely to their team’s tally. Teams: Abbeyside: Mark Gorman 0-1; John Power, Brian Looby, Eoin Bergin; Evan Collins, James O’Mahony, Maurice Power; David Collins 1-3, Michael O’Halloran 0-6; Sean Daly, Shane O’Donovan 1-3, Eoin
Enright; Tiernan Murray 3-2, Gavin Breen 0-1, Stephen Cliffe 0-2. Subs: Diarmuid Henley, Richie Ryan, Barry Henley, Jack Duggan, Stephen O’Connor. Passage: Brian Flynn; Callum O’Neill, Jason Flood, Mark Wyse; Stephen Mason, Edward Quann, Sean White; Eoin Connors, Robert Quann; Jamie Burke, Conor Carey, Joseph McClean; Adam Roche, Eoin Kelly, Mitchell Baldwin. Subs : Paul Donnellan, Ciaran Dower. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).
Mount Sion continues to impress Mount Sion .................. 4-19; Fourmilewater ............. 1-16. THOUGH there hasn’t been much Senior club hurling activity to assess what teams seem to be in the frame this year, it is clear that Mount Sion are in a better position than they have been for the past few years and they should mount a serious challenge for honours in 2014. Though this game in Ballymac was not in the championship, it shows how organised the City team are at present, following on from their championship wins against Tallow and Ballyduff and their progress will be closely watched by keen followers of the game. ‘Sion were in control throughout here in the Mill Field against an understrength local side and they led at the break by 1-12 to 0-6. Goal poacher supreme
Richie Roche scored their goal and a back in form Martin O’Neill contributed 0-7 from play and from placed balls. The winner’s other first half scores came from Tony Browne (2), Gavin Carroll, Damien Hurley and a returned from his cruciate ligament injury time out Ian Galgy. Shane Ryan kept the scoreboard ticking for Fourmilewater with 0-4 (2f) along with contributions from minors Diarmuid Ryan and Kenneth Brazil. The home team fared better after the interval in a half that Mount Sion won by 3-7 to 1-10. Goals by Martin O’Neill, Damien Hurley and Ian Galgy copper fastened this away win along with further points from O’Neill and Tony Browne, 0-3 each and Richie Roche. Fourmilewater had six second half scorers in Diarmuid Ryan (0-2), Jack Guiry, Johnny Hannigan,
Craig Guiry and Seamus Lawlor 0-1 each, while Shane Ryan brought his final total to 1-8 with some fine scores. Teams: Mount Sion: Shane Forristal, Lee Thornton, Christopher Ryan, Mark Hoban; Peter Penkert, Owen Whelan, Patrick Kelly; Michael Gaffney, Aaron Coady; Martin O’Neill 1-10, Gavin Carroll 0-1, Tony Browne 0-5; Richie Roche 1-1, Damien Hurley 1-1, Ian Galgy 1-1. Fourmilewater: Brendan Lawlor; Justin Walsh, Shane Lawlor, Jack Guiry 0-1; Oliver O’Gorman, Rory Rice, Aidan Condon; Craig Guiry 0-1, Seamus Lawlor 0-1; Michael O’Grady, Diarmuid Ryan 0-3, Kenneth Brazil 0-1; Shane Ryan 1-8, Stephen Ryan, Gearoid Hreane. Subs: Johnny Hannigan (40) 0-1, Shane Mullins (45). Refere: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).
Pictured in Walsh Park on Thursday last where Conan Watt from Azzurri Sports presented the Munster and Leinster jerseys for the Ken McGrath Challenge to the organisers of the event. Included are Tom Shanahan, chairman of the organising committee; John Mullane, captain of the Munster team; Ken McGrath and Conon Watt, Azzurri Sports who along with Bord Gais are one of the main sponsors of the event taking place on Friday, 27th June at 7.30 p.m. in Walsh Park, Waterford. [Noel Browne]
Ken McGrath All-Star Challenge ALL roads from within and outside the City and County leads to Walsh Park this Friday evening, 27th June to pay their sporting respects to Ken McGrath by supporting the All Star Hurling Challenge game between recent Inter County players representing Munster and Leinster. This rehabilitation fund game has really caught the imagination of Hurling folk far and near and one can only take a wild guess at the number of fans that will attend. The game has been very professionally organised by the committee under the stewardship of Tom Shanahan, Owen Savage and Kieran O’Connor and their efforts and the popularity and respect that Ken McGrath holds in the Hurling world will be there for all to see in Walsh Park. The match, which starts at 7.30 p.m. will be followed by an All Ireland Championship Preview in the Mount Sion Centre where a gala evening is being prepared for all who wish to attend. This Friday is sure to be an evening of unforgettable memories and in our view one not to be missed. Michael Wadding will literally set the ball rolling at 7.30 p.m. when the respective team managers Davy Fitzgerald and Brian Cody will send their Provincial selections into action. As the man in the stand use to say years ago ‘Anyone for the last choc ice?’ and that could well be the case here as tickets for the game, priced at a very reasonable €10 are flying out the door. Mount Sion GAA Club will have a free car-park in operation on Friday evening, for Ken's Game. People are asked to come early and walk down to the match. There will be sign posts for it. Bus parking also available. There will be traffic restrictions in place around Walsh Park. If your tickets are not pre-bought, you can get tickets for the game at the ticket van on the night of the game. Again, people are asked to arrive in plenty of time, seats are on a first come, first served basis. Pre-match entertainment from Yellow Road band from 6.45 p.m. Match throw in at 7.30 p.m. Gates open at 6 pm. After the game we have an All Ireland Preview Night in Mount Sion, tickets just €5. Kieran O'Connor will host the event with names such as Ger Cunningham, Jim Greene, Nicky English, and some of the players involved on the night. Live Music from one of Waterford's top bands, Avalon, The Barflys and Paddys Pride. EVENT PLAN 6.00 p.m. – Gates Open 6.15/6.30 p.m. - Players Arrive 6.45 p.m. - Band on field 7.05 p.m. – Teams on Field 7.20 p.m. – Introduce team captains and Managers – to Chairman Tom Shanahan and Ken McGrath.
7.30 p.m. - Game starts 8.00 p.m. – Half time 8.05 p.m. – Band/Go Games 8.10 p.m. – Presentation to Tony Browne – followed by interviews – Tom and Ken 8.15 p.m. – 2nd Half starts 8.45 p.m. – Game Ends At Mount Sion Centre: 9.00 p.m. – Music in Marquee 9.15 p.m. – Team/VIPS meal upstairs 9.15 p.m. – All-Ireland Preview – Top Class All Star panel Downstairs and Marquee Followed by Auction/Raffle Presentations to Managers, referee etc. by Tom and Ken 10.00 p.m. Approx – MUSIC ’til Late KEN McGRATH CHALLENGE - PANELS Munster Panel Fergal Lynch Niall Gilligan Brian Murphy Diarmuid O’Sullivan Donol Og Cusack Joe Deane John Gardiner Sean Og O hAilpin Tom Kenny Donie Ryan Mark Foley Mike O’Brien Niall Moran Ollie Moran Benny Dunne Brendan Cummins Brian O’Meara Eamonn Corcoran Brian Phelan Clinton Hennessy Dan Shanahan Declan Prendergast Eoin Kelly Eoin McGrath Eoin Murphy John Mullane Paul Flynn Tom Feeney Tony Browne
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Leinster Panel Liam Ryan Ronan Fallon Kevin Broderick Ollie Canning Tony Og Regan Cha Fitzpatric DJ Carey Eddie Brennan John Tennyson Martin Comerford Michael Kavanagh Noel Hickey Paddy Mullally Pat Tennyson Darren Rooney James Young Brendan Murphy David Franks Derek Molloy Ger Oakley Simon Whelehan Damien Fitzhenry Declan Ruth Diarmuid Lyng Eoin Quigley Garry Laffan
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All-Ireland Senior Football Championship Round 1B Waterford -v- Carlow in Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow Saturday, June 28th at 2.00 p.m. WATERFORD could have received a worse draw than this one in the qualifiers and this is a game that we are capable of winning even though we have to concede home advantage. Carlow football is going through a low spell at the moment as can be detected from their Leinster Championship campaign when they shipped a heavy defeat against Meath by 7-13 to 06 in Doctor Cullen Park. The last time these two teams met was in the Allianz National League in the Fraher Field last Sunday April 6th when we recorded a 1-9 to 0-9 win in a game of little consequence on the Division 4 League Table. Carlow ended the National League at the bottom of the table on three points from eight games played with five defeats, one win and one drawn game. Obviously, their fortunes have not improved since as the result of the Meath game indicates and so it is up to Niall Carew’s men to confirm Carlow’s position at the bottom of the pile with a positive performance from the very beginning of this game and so put our name into the hat for the next round of the qualifiers. Thankfully, this match does not clash with our hurling qualifier in Walsh Park on the same day so the option is there for all local gaels to make a day of it and to support both our teams in their ambitions to progress further in this year’s championships.
Waterford GAA Poc Fada held in the Mahon Falls U-16 Competition – Tom Cunningham, Chairman County GAA Board presents the winner Cormac Gough, Stradbally with his prize. Sean O'Regan, Chairman Eastern GAA Board and Poc Fada organiser presents the Runner-Up Eoghan Murray, Cappoquin with his prize. Also included are Eoin Fitzgerald, Stradbally; Donal Fitzgerald, Kilrossanty; Conor Quinn, Dunhill and T. J.Veale, St. Mary’s. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Western Board Championship Previews THIS coming weekend will see football championship action in the West Division with seven games down for decision. There will be three games in both the Radley Engineering Intermediate and Lawlors Hotel Premier Junior grades. There is one game in the Lawlors Hotel J.F.C. Intermediate attached. The results of games in the intermediate grade will be crucial as to what teams advance to the semi-final stages of the championship.
RADLEY ENGINEERING IFC Caoimhe Meehan presents the John Meehan Memorial Shield to Kilmacud Crokes’ captain Leo Fearon after his team’s 2-4 to 1-2 victory against the home side in the Dungarvan U12 Hurling Tournament Final. Also included are Chris Meehan and his son John.
Western Board FIXTURES Thursday, 26th June Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier Shamrocks V Modeligo at Knockanore 7.30 p.m. Park Hotel Minor A Hurling Competition Abbeyside V Dungarvan at Fraher Field 7.30 p.m. Glenshelane (Cappoquin) V St. Carthages at Ballyduff 7.30 p.m. Sunday, 29th June Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Nire V Sliabh gCua at Fraher Field 3.30 p.m. Ballinacourty V Brickey Rangers at Fraher field 7.00 p.m. Geraldines V Ballyduff at Cappoquin 7.00 p.m. Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Premier Kilgobinet V Affane at Bushy Park 2.00 p.m. An Sean Phobal V Emmetts at Bushy Park 3.30 p.m. Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached Brickey Rangers v Dungarvan at Fraher Field 2.00 p.m.
RESULTS Western Intermediate Hurling League Brickeys 4-13; Ballinameala 4-13. Tourin 5-12; Colligan 2-16. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; shamrocks 0-12. Modeligo W/O Cappoquin Scr. Park Hotel Minor B Hurling Competition Naomh Brid 6-08; Brickey rangers 2-09. Fourmilewater W/O Ardmore Scr. Ballyduff W/O Stradbally Scr St. Olivers W/O An Gaeltacht Scr.
Nire -v- Sliabh gCua at Fraher Field Sunday, 29th June at 3.30 p.m. THESE two sides have only one win between them from five games and that was Sliabh gCua who defeated Ballyduff by one point. Nire have lost out to Dungarvan and Brickey Rangers while Sliabh gCua have gone down to Ballinacourty and Dungarvan. This is a must win game for both sides if they are to make the knockout stages of the championship. When they met last year, Sliabh gCua won on a 4-7 to 0-12 scoreline. This is a game that could go either way and a lot will depend on what players Nire has lost to their first XV. Verdict Sliabh gCua.
Ballyduff -v- Geraldines at Cappoquin Sunday, 29th June at 7.00 p.m. THIS is a repeat of last year’s divisional final which Ballyduff won by seven points, 1-13 to 1-6. Both teams have struggled to make any impression in this year’s championship for the knock-out stages. Ballyduff has one win from three outings, while Gers have yet to record a win from two starts. The Reds conceded five goals
against Ballinacourty last time when going down by ten points. Geraldines put in a big performance against Brickey Rangers two weeks ago. Both sides have been short a number of regulars in their games and this is again likely to be the case on Sunday night. Verdict - draw.
Ballinacourty -v- Brickey Rangers at Fraher Field Sunday, 29th June at 7 p.m. THIS is the meeting of the championship front runners and the two unbeaten sides in the campaign to date. Both sides have been impressive and both teams are certain to make the knock-out stages. Brickeys will include Conor Phelan, Conor McGrath, Cormac O’Grady, Emmett Gaffney, Philip Walsh, John Morrissey, Mark Scanlon and Mark Cummins in their starting XV. The Bushy Park out fit have been boosted by the return of Mark Shalloe from New Zealand. Ballinacourty have won their three games to date and should have Richie Ryan, Gavin Breen, David Power, Tiernan Murray, David Ferncombe, Martin Lavan, Stephen O’Connor and Eoin Bergin in their line up. This should be the game of the weekend if not the match of the championship to date. This will be a well contested encounter which could go either way. The experience Brickey Rangers have from playing a higher grade could see them shade it. Verdict - Brickey Rangers.
LAWLORS HOTEL JFC (PREMIER) Shamrocks -v- Modeligo at Knockanore Thursday, 26th June at 7.30 p.m. MODELIGO has been the most
impressive team in the championship to date and has three wins from three outings. Shamrocks have played two, winning one and losing out to neighbours Tallow at Kennedy Park last time out. When these sides met last year in the league section, Shamrocks came out on top on a scoreline of 2-6 to 0-8. The Knockanore based outfit repeated their earlier success in the semi-final winning by two points, 2-10 to 1-11. Modeligo has match winners in Patrick Walsh, Pa O’Donovan, Robbie Buckley, Thomas Walsh, Shane, Michael and Jamie Troy. The home-side here have been a number of weeks without a game but will have John O’Donovan, Stephen Lucey, Joe Leahy, Ed. Lonergan, Brian Harnedy and the evergreen Liam Dalton in their starting XV. Should be a good contest between two evenly balanced sides. Verdict Modeligo.
Affane -v- Kilgobinet at Bushy Park Sunday, 29th June at 2.00 p.m. BOTH of these sides have been struggling to date with Affane having one win from two starts while Kilgobinet has yet to record a win from three games. Two weeks ago Affane were beaten by Modeligo on a 3-10 to 1-1 scoreline while Kilgobinet were well beaten by An Sean Phobal, after they put in a strong opening half performance. Affane has the players to challenge for the title if they put their minds to it. They will have Darren Curran, John Cunningham, Killian O’Sullivan, Paul Murray, Shane O’Rourke, Shane Coughlan and Paul Landers in their line-up. Johnny Murphy gave a man of the match performance for Kilgobinet last day out and will include Paul Walsh, J. J. Fitzgerald, Eoin Dunford, John Cass, Tomas O’Brien along with Paudie and Tomas Fahey in their starting XV.
Affane should have too much overall strength and record their second win here. Verdict - Affane.
An Sean Phobal -v- Emmetts at Bushy Park Sunday, 29th June at 3.30 p.m. REIGNING champions Emmetts got their campaign back on track two weeks ago with a 0-11 to 1-6 win over Tallow. An Sean Phobal got their first win against Kilgobinet last time out, their first from three starts. Emmetts welcomed back John Wall last time out and he kicked three first half points. P. J. Coffey, Ml. McGrath, Mark Flynn, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan and Stephen McGrath also got on the score sheet. They were without Sean Dempsey but it remains to be seen if he will be available for selection here. An Sean Phobal had strong performances from Cormac Nugent, Brendan Hogan, Shane Power, Padraig Healy, Ray Terry, Patrick Conway, Ml. French and Diarmuid Curran last time out and they will need the same if they are to win here. Verdict Emmetts.
LAWLORS HOTEL JFC (INTERMEDIATE ATTACHED) Brickey Rangers -v- Dungarvan at Fraher Field Sunday, 29th June at 2.00 p.m. THIS is a must win game for title holders Dungarvan as they lost out to Melleray in their opening game on a 3-8 to 2-4 scoreline. Brickeys were playing in a higher grade last year but came down when their first team was relegated. They should be too strong for their neighbours. Verdict - Brickey Rangers.
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Minor Hurling Championship 2014 PROPOSED GROUPINGS Division 1: 1. Ballygunner, 2. Dungarvan, 3. Roanmore, 4. Cois Bhride, 5. Lismore (St Carthage’s), 6. De La Salle, 7. Mount Sion, 8. Passage. Top 4 to semi-finals - 1 v. 4; 2 v. 3. Division 2: 1. Abbeyside, 2. Sacred Heart, 3. Cappoquin (Glenshelane), 4. Clonea, 5. Clan Na Gael, 6. Ferrybank, 7. Brickey Rangers (play-off one), 8. Fourmilewater (play-off one), 9. Michael McGrath Tramore (play-off two), 10. Naomh Declain Thoir (play-off two). Top 4 to semi-finals - 1 v. 4; 2 v. 3. Division 3, Group One, 13 a side: 1. Portlaw, 2. St. Mary’s, Stradbally, 3. St. Saviours, 4. St. Olivers, 5. Loser Play-off Two. Top team to semi-final - 2 v. 3 in quarter-final. Division 3, Group Two, 13 a side: 1. Naomh Brid, 2. Deuglan Naofa Ardmore, 3. An Gaeltacht, 4. Clashmore Kinsalebeg, 5. Ballyduff Upper, 6. Lower Play-off One. Top team to semi-final 2 v. 3 in quarter-final. PROPOSED DATES Round 1 - Wednesday, 2nd July Round 2 - Wednesday, 9th July Round 3 Wednesday, 23rd July Round 4 - Wednesday, 6th August Round 5 - Wednesday, 20th August Round 6 - Wednesday, 3rd September Round 7 - w/e 6th / 7th September Back Games / Play-offs 10th or 17th September Semi-finals - Saturday, 27th September County Finals T.B.C. DIVISION 1 1. Ballygunner; 2. Roanmore; 3. Cois Bhride; 4. Mt. Sion; 5. De La Salle; 6. Lismore (St. Carthage’s); 7. Passage; 8. Dungarvan. ROUND 1 Ballygunner v. Roanmore at Ballygunner on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Cois Bhride v. Mt. Sion at Tallow on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. De La Salle v. Lismore (St. Carthage’s) at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Passage v. Dungarvan at Passage on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 2 Dungarvan v. Cois Bhride at Dungarvan on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Lismore (St. Carthage’s v. Ballygunner at Lismore on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Roanmore v. Passage at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Mt. Sion v. De La Salle at Mt. Sion on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 3 De La Salle v. Ballygunner
at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2013 at 7.30 p.m. Mt. Sion v. Dungarvan at Mt. Sion on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Lismore (St. Carthage’s) v. Passage at Lismore on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Cois Bhride v. Roanmore at Tallow on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 4 Lismore (St. Carthage’s) v. Cois Bhride at Lismore on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Ballygunner v. Passage at Ballygunner on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Dungarvan v. De La Salle at Dungarvan on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Roanmore v. Mt. Sion at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. ROUND 5 Cois Bhride v. Ballygunner at Tallow on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Dungarvan v. Roanmore at Dungarvan on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. De La Salle v. Passage at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Mt. Sion v. Lismore (St. Carthage’s) at Mt. Sion on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. ROUND 6 Passage v. Cois Bhride at Passage on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Ballygunner v. Mt. Sion at Ballygunner on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Roanmore v. De La Salle at Gracedieu on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Lismore (St. Carthage’s) v. Dungarvan at Lismore on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. ROUND 7 Roanmore v. Lismore (St. Carthage’s) at Gracedieu on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. Passage v. Mt. Sion at Passage on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. Dungarvan v. Ballygunner at Dungarvan on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. De La Salle v. Cois Bhride at Gracedieu on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. Division 2 - 1. Abbeyside, 2. Winner play-off One, 3. Cappoquin (Glenshelane), 4. Clonea, 5. Clan na Gael, 6. Ferrybank, 7. Sacred Heart, 8. Winner play-off Two. Play-off teams: Brickey Rangers, Fourmilewater, Michael McGrath Tramore, Naomh Declain Thoir. Play-off One - Brickey Rangers v. Fourmilewater at Colligan on Saturday, 28th June, 2014 at 2.30 p.m. Play-off Two - Michael McGrath Tramore v. Naomh Declain Thoir at Kill on Saturday, 28th June, 2014 at 2.30 p.m. ROUND 1 Abbeyside v. winner play-
off one at Abbeyside on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Cappoquin (Glenshelane) v. Clonea at Cappoquin on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Clan na Gael v. Ferrybank at Dunhill on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Sacred Heart v. Winner play-off Two at Erins Own on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 2 Winner play-off Two v. Cappoquin (Glenshelane) TBC on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Ferrybank v. Abbeyside at Ferrybank on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Winner play-off One v. Sacred Heart TBC on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Clonea v. Clan na Gael at Clonea on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 3 Clan na Gael v. Abbeyside at Dunhill on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Clonea v. Winner play-off Two at Clonea on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Ferrybank v. Sacred Heart at Ferrybank on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Cappoquin (Glenshelane) v. Winner play-off One at Cappoquin on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 4 Ferrybank v. Cappoquin (Glenshelane) at Ferrybank on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Abbeyside v. Sacred Heart at Abbeyside on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Winner play-off Two v. Clan na Gael TBC on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Winner play-off One v. Clonea TBC on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. ROUND 5 Cappoquin (Glenshelane) v. Abbeyside at Cappoquin on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Winner play-off Two v. Winner play-off One TBC on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Clan na Gael v. Sacred Heart at Dunhill on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Clonea v. Ferrybank at Clonea on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. ROUND 6 Sacred Heart v. Cappouqin (Glenshelane) at Erins Own on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Abbeyside v. Clonea at Abbeyside on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Winner play-off One v. Clan na Gael TBC on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. Ferrybank v. Winner playoff Two at Ferrybank on Wednesday, 3rd September, 2014 at 6.30 p.m. ROUND 7 Winner play-off One v.
Ferrybank TBC on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 sat 3 p.m. Sacred Heart v. Clonea at Erins Own on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. Winner play-off Two v. Abbeyside TBC on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. Clan na Gael v. Cappoquin (Glenshelane) at Dunhill on Saturday, 6th September, 2014 at 3 p.m. DIVISION 3 - SECTION ONE 1. Portlaw, 2. St. Mary’s, 3. Stradbally, 4. St. Saviours, 5. St. Olivers, 6. Loser play-off Two. ROUND 1 Portlaw v. St. Mary’s at Portlaw on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Stradbally v. St. Saviours at Stradbally on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. St. Olivers v. Loser play-off Two at Ballinameela on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 2 St. Saviours v. St. Olivers at Ballybeg on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. St. Mary’s v. Stradbally at Kill on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Loser play-off Two v. Portlaw TBC on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 3 St. Saviours v. Loser playoff Two at Ballybeg on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. St. Mary’s v. St. Olivers at Kill on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Stradbally v. Portlaw at Stradbally on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 4 Portlaw v. St. Saviours at Portlaw on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. St. Olivers v. Stradbally at Ballinameela on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Loser play-off Two v. St. Mary’s TBC on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. ROUND 5 Portlaw v. St. Olivers at Portlaw on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Stradbally v. Loser play-off Two at Stradbally on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. St. Mary’s v. St. Saviours at Kill on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Division 3 - Section Two - 1. Naomh Brid, 2. Deuglan Naofa Ardmore, 3. An Gaeltacht, 4. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg, 5. Ballyduff Upper, 6. Loser play-off One ROUND 1 Naomh Brid v. Deughlan Naofa Ardmore at Colligan on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. An Gaeltacht v. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg at Ring on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Ballyduff Upper v. Loser play-off One at Ballyduff Upper on Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 2 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v.
Ballyduff Upper at Clashmore on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Deuglan Naofa Ardmore v. An Gaeltacht at Ardmore on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. Loser play-off One v. Naomh Brid TBC on Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 3 Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v. Loser play-off One at Clashmore on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m.
Deughlan Naofa Ardmore v. Ballyduff Upper on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014. An Gaeltacht v. Naomh Brid at Ring on Wednesday, 23rd July, 2014 at 7.30 p.m. ROUND 4 Naomh Brid v. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg at Colligan on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Ballyduff Upper v. An Gaeltacht at Ballyduff Upper on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. Loser play-off One v.
Deughlan Naofa Ardmore TBC on Wednesday, 6th August, 2014 at 7.15 p.m. ROUND 5 Naomh Brid v. Ballyduff Upper at Colligan on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. An Gaeltacht v. Loser playoff One at Ring on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m. Deughlan Naofa Ardmore v. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg at Ardmore on Wednesday, 20th August, 2014 at 7 p.m.
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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Paddy Mac’s Success Rate: 17 Forecasts, 14 Correct, 3 Incorrect, Success Rate: 82.4% This Week’s Forecaster: Pat Curran (Dungarvan). All Ireland Senior Hurling (3 Games): Kilkenny, Waterford. Offaly. All Ireland Senior Football (3 Games): Kildare, Dublin, Waterford Munster Minior Hurling (2 Games): Limerick, Waterford. Western Intermediate Football (3 Games): Ballyduff, Brickeys, Sliabh gCua. Western Junior Premier Football (3 Games): Modeligo, Emmets, Affane. To Date: 285 Forecasts, 184 Correct, 93 Incorrect, 8 Drawn. Success Rate: 64.5%. Leading Forecaster: Aidan O’Connor (Dungarvan) 92.8%.
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Google: St. Catherine’s GAA Club, Ballynoe
ST. Catherine’s GAA is situated in Ballynoe in East Cork, South East of Tallow. The club presents a very detailed and up to date site, including Club News, Development and Finance, Club Lotto, Match Reports, Match Results, Club Fixtures, Contacts, Club Gear, Juvenile Club, Club Child Protection Policy, Club Facilities and Dressing Rooms. The History of the Club is divided into three sections, pre 1946,1946 - 1980 and 1981 to the present day. This site also includes club videos and club photos, the link to club notes in the Avondhu Newspaper and the latest National GAA news. ST. CATHERINES HURLING ROLL OF HONOUR County Intermediate: 1984. 2004 (Premier). County Junior ‘A’: 1983. Under 21 ‘B’: 2011. Minor ‘B’; 1996, 2008. East Cork Junior ‘A’: 1957, 1981, 1983. East Cork Under 21 ‘A’: 1994. East Cork Minor ‘A’; 1993, 2003. WATERFORD CONNECTION 2004 Cork Intermediate Premier Champions Trainer: Pat Bennett (Ballysaggart). Famous Son: Denis Walsh (Born 1965). All-Ireland Senior Football Championship:
Winner (2): 1989 (sub), 1990 (sub) Runner-up (2): 1987, 1988 Munster Senior Football Championship: Winner (1): 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990 Runner-up (1): 1986 All-Ireland Senior Hurling Championship: Winner (2): 1986, 1990 Runner-up (1): 1992 Munster Senior Hurling Championship: Winner (5): 1984, 1985 (sub), 1986, 1990, 1992 Runner-up (3): 1987, 1988, 1991 All-Ireland Junior Football Championship: Winner (1): 1993 Munster Junior Football Championship: Winner (1): 1993 All-Ireland Under-21 Football Championship: Winner (2): 1985, 1986 Munster Under-21 Football Championship: Winner (2): 1985, 1986 All-Ireland Minor Football Championship: Winner (0): Runner-up (1): 1983 (sub) Munster Minor Football Championship: Winner (1): 1983
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Teams of Times Gone By TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY Team: Waterford All Ireland Under 21 Hurling Final. Year: 1974. Opposition: Kilkenny. Venue: Semple Stadium Thurles. Date: Sunday September 8th. Result: Kilkenny 3-8 Waterford 3-7. Referee: S. O’Grady (Limerick). Team: Willie Ryan (Fourmilewater), Frank McCarthy (Cappoquin), Micheal O Floinn (Abbeyside), Kieran Ryan (Tallow), Liam O’Brien (Tallow), John Galvin (Portlaw), Eamonn Ryan (Mount Sion), Pat McGrath (Mount Sion), Pat Egan (Cappoquin), Tom Casey (Dunhill), Liam Power (Ballyduff Upper), Brendan Mansfield (Ballydurn), Patsy O’Keeffe (Ballinameela), Mossie McNamara (Ballyduff Upper), Paul Moore (Ferrybank). Scorers: Tom Casey (1-2), Liam Power (1-1), Brendan Mansfield (1-1), Pat McGrath, Eamonn Ryan and John Galvin 0-1 each.
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Waterford County Camogie Team.
2014 Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Intermediate Championship IN the summer sunshine, the Waterford Camogie Intermediate team travelled to Rathmoylan to play Meath on 21st June for the first round of the 2014 Liberty Insurance All Ireland Championship. In the true sense of the meaning of a game of two halves Waterford were the eventual winners on a score of 1-09 to 1-07 but had to work extremely hard for the win. The match started with Waterford scoring a point when Karen Kelly converted a free after 5 minutes but this was quickly cancelled out when the Meath's player of the match Jane Dolan scored her first point of the afternoon. Waterford's next score came from Nicola Morrissey after receiving a pass from her Lismore clubmate Shona Curran and was followed by a Niamh Rockett point from play. The workrate of the entire team was impressive and it needed to be, as Meath were creating chances but Waterford's defensive partnership of Fiona Morrissey, Claire Whyte and Mairead Murphy were restricting clear scoring chances and when Meath did break the defence players such as Trish Jackman, Charlotte Raher and Sinead Cummins were working back to foil their attempts. Waterford extended their lead when Karen Kelly scored our goal after a Niamh Rockett pass into her, followed by a Trish Jackman free for Waterford to lead 1-04 to 0-01 after 15 minutes. Meath's Jane Dolan converted another free to finish Meath's scores in the first half but they always looked threatening in possession. After 20
minutes Meath sent in a free and once again Waterford's goalkeeper Becky Kavanagh and her defensive team smothered out a Meath goal chance. A Karen Kelly free and Trish Jackman 45 extended Waterford's lead and Shona Curran was unlucky not to have a goal scoring chance when she made an excellent run into space but mis-judged a ball that bounced high on the hard surface. The half ended with Nicola Morrissey scoring her second point from play for Waterford to lead 1-07 to 0-02. Meath started the second half strongly and in the first 5 minutes scored a total of 1-02 for no reply with all scores coming from the hurley of Meaths's Jane Dolan. First up was a converted free followed almost immediately by a goal when she fired into the Waterford net and finished with a point from play. A further point from Aoife McGuire reduced the deficit to two points. There is no doubt that Meath were exerting some serious pressure on Waterford and could have been worse when the ball ended up in the Waterford net but was denied due to square ball. When Waterford managed to work the ball down the pitch the Meath defense stood firm and some promising scoring positions were sent wide. Another Jane Dolan converted free reduced the difference between the sides to the bare minimum. It was not until 20 minutes into the second half that Waterford registered their first score when Trish Jackman converted a 45. Meath were not finished and Jane
Dolan scored another point to close the gap. As full time approached Waterford had a few wides from promising positions and it was not until into injury time that Trish Jackman fired over a free to finish our scoring. The full-time whistle blew shortly after and Waterford could claim their first points of the 2014 Liberty Insurance Championship. Waterford's next match is against Cork on Saturday 28th June (venue yet to be decided) . The Waterford team were: Becky Kavanagh, Fiona Morrissey, Claire Whyte, Mairead Murphy, Trisha Jackman (4pts), Pauline Cunningham, Sinead Cummins, Charlotte Raher, Karen Kelly (1-02), Shona Curran, Nicola Morrissey (2pts), Lorraine Bray, Valerie O'Brien, Niamh Rockett (1pt), Clara Hogan, Shauna Kiernan, Shauna Prendergast and Zoe O'Donoghue. Subs used: Zoe O'Donoghue for Valerie O'Brien (40 mins) 2014 U-16B ALL IRELAND CHAMPIONSHIP The 2014 U16B championship commences on 29th June when Waterford host Cork. In 2013 Cork denied Waterford the All Ireland when they won a thrilling final in Mallow last September. Our panel of players will hope to get off to a strong start in the 2014 championship. In addition to Cork, Waterford will face Antrim, Derry and Tipperary over the next month. NON COUNTY PLAYER LEAGUE This league commenced on Friday last and fixtures included Portlaw hosting Lismore and St. Anne's host Gailltir. This is
an important league for most of these players as gametime is still maintained while the County Intermediate panel and County U-16 players are unavailable due to inter county fixtures. U-12 LEAGUES SECTION A With Round 2 of the league behind us now we can see a clearer picture of team performance. This past week Brickey Rangers travelled to De La Salle and won the match giving them two wins from their first two matches. Butlerstown recovered from their Round 1 loss and won their match against St. Anne’s moving them into second place. It is difficult to see what impact Gaultier will have on final standings as they are still waiting to play their first match. Gaultier’s match this week sees them travel to Brickey Rangers while De la Salle must travel to Dunhill to play St. Anne’s. SECTION B Round 2 saw Clonea/St. Mollerans host Tramore. After their win against Abbeyside the previous week, Clonea/St. Mollerans were eager to continue their winning ways while Tramore lost their opening match by one point and were looking for their first points. The match ended all square in a tight encounter so both teams cannot be too dis-heartened from the result. Lismore also had their first win of the league when they won their match against Portlaw. In the third match near neighbours Abbeyside and Dungarvan faced each other and on this occasion Dungarvan were the winners. Next week’s fixtures sees Abbeyside
host Lismore, Tramore host Dungarvan and Clonea/St. Mollerans host Portlaw. SECTION C Round 2 has just been completed and Roanmore won against St. Anne's B to give them four points from their first two matches. Ferrybank hosted An Rinn but the western team proved to be too strong on the night and moves them onto four points also after two matches. The all western Waterford match between Cappoquin and Tallow ended in a Cappoquin win to move them up to third in the table with two points. Next weeks matches sees the top two teams play when Roanmore have the long trek to An Rinn, while Tallow travel in the opposite direction to play Ferrybank and Cappoquin have home advantage against St. Anne's. U-16 CHAMPIONSHIP The under 16 championship commences this week so keep reviewing this space for updates. U-18 FIXTURES The under 18 fixtures were published last week and the first matches are due to played on July 1st. FEILE 2014 Congratulations to Gailltir Camogie Club, De la Salle Camogie Club and Dungarvan's Kaeisha Tobin on taking part in this year's Feile hosted by Ulster GAA. Gailltir beat Tullamore to win the 'B' title and De la Salle beat Eglish Tyrone to win the 'C' section Shield. Well done to all players involved and to all the mentors and supporters.
Dungarvan Ladies Football UNDER 16 Our Under 16’s qualified for the A final. This match was played at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday in the Dungarvan pitch against Stradbally. On this occasion Stradbally proved too strong for our girls. Well done to all involved on reaching A final. UNDER 14 Our Under 14 team have qualified for the final. Date and venue to be decided. Training continues
as usual for this team. It’s important that everyone attends training. UNDER 12 Last Wednesday evening we played Stradbally in our pitch. Things did not go well for Dungarvan on this occasion and Stradbally proved too strong. At this stage we have won two games and lost one. Our next game is on tonight Wednesday, 25th at 7.30 p.m. in Dungarvan pitch. Come along and support the girls. The
16th player on the ditch can be an important part of the game to urge on the girls. Training continues every Monday at 6 p.m. UNDER 8/10 Our Under 8 girls played a blitz in St. Pat’s on Thursday last. This proved to be an enjoyable experience with the young girls playing four games. In the first game the girls ran all over the pitch but soon settled in and by the time they played their
fourth game they had begun to understand more about backs and forwards marking their players. A fantastic experience for all involved; girls and parents enjoyed it. Great credit to St. Pats on a well run contest. The Under 10’s played St. Olivers in Aglish on Friday. This young team played well despite their youth. Every game will give them more experience and they are improving
with every outing. Training for these girls continues every Monday from 6-7 p.m. Any girls interested in coming along are very welcome. CAMOGIE SKILLS Well done to Kaeisha Tobin who represented Dungarvan and Waterford in the Camogie feile skills. All in the club are very proud of you. SYMPATHY All in the Club would like to
express their condolences to Claire Morrissey and family on their recent bereavement. Also, to Teresa Denmead on the recent passing of her mother. FLAG DAY We held our annual Flag Day on Saturday / Sunday last. Thanks to everyone who supported us on the day and a very special thanks to the girls and parents who helped with the Collection.
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WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALL . . .
Waterford overcome a battling Limerick team in the Intermediate Championship ON Friday night last Waterford took their first steps to a sixth Munster Intermediate championship title in a row with a workman-like performance against a game Limerick team who battled hard and had the Deise girls worried for long stretches of the game. Played in excellent conditions, in Adare, on a hot balmy evening, Waterford were first off the mark with a well taken free from Michelle Ryan after 3 minutes. This score was quickly cancelled out when Limerick’s sharpshooter Marie Curtin slotted over a free for the Treatysiders. Liz Devine who was making her championship debut put Waterford in front after 5 minutes with a point from a very acute angle, before a long ball out of Waterford’s defence was picked up by Ballyduff’s Hannah Landers and she duly slotted the ball to the back of the net giving the Limerick ‘keeper no chance to leave Waterford 4 points in front. Instead of giving the Deise the impetus to drive on, it galvanised the Limerick girls to pour forward and take the game to the Waterford girls. In the 9th minute Aimee Jordan made a wonderful point balnk save from Limerick’s most dangerous forward Marie Curtin and in the resultant follow up Karen McGrath did exceptionally well to be in the right place at the right time and avert a Limerick goal. Limerick went on a little burst and scored two quick points to narrow the gap to two points before Liz Devine got her second score in the 15th minute to extend Waterford’s lead to three. From the 15th to the 23rd minutes it was all Limerick and it took major resolute defending by the Waterford girls to ensure that Limerick only scored two points in this period of the game to leave the bare minimum between the teams. Aileen Wall got her opening score of the game, a point in the 22 minute and sister Mairead settled Waterford nerves further with a point on 25 minutes. Elaine Power cut through the defences to add a third point for Waterford in the 27th minute to leave three between the teams coming up to half time. In the dying minutes of the half Michelle Ryan and Marie Curtin exchanged frees to leave the half time score Waterford 1-7; Limerick 0-7. Limerick opened the second half with renewed energy buoyed by the fact that Waterford’s Mairead Wall was harshly sin binned for a very innocuous tackle just before the half time break and with two quick points the green and white girls had eroded Waterford’s lead once again. In the 40th minute Linda Wall replied for Waterford with a well taken point following a quick passing movement orchestrated by her sister Aileen. Limerick were not to be outdone however and stubbornly clung on with a fine point in the 41st minute. Mairead Wall got her second point in the 44th minute but once again Limerick refused to wilt and narrow the gap with a well taken point in the 45th minute, to leave just one between the teams again. In the 46th minute Liz Devine who was having an outstanding game scored her third point before Aileen Wall and Elaine Power each got points to finally break Limerick hearts. The icing was finally put on the cake in the 58th minute when a long through ball caught the Limerick defence napping and an alert Linda Wall read the situation expertly and despatched the ball past the despairing Limerick goalkeeper to finally seal a Waterford win on the score line Waterford 2-12; Limerick 0-11 This was a tough game in which Waterford came out the right side of the scoreline against a game Limerick team who belied their status as underdogs. In championship the result is usually all that matters and Waterford got the necessary result with a below par performance in general. There is plenty of food for thought for the team management to take from this game but there are also many positives.The defence performed well as a unit especially in the second half with Grainne Kenneally, Grainne Enright and Mary Foley shining.
Midfield had a tough night at the office in general but the steadied things down in the latter part of the second half when the pressure came on. Up front Liz Devine can be rightly proud of her championship debut, Linda Wall and Hannah Landers took their goals well and Mairead and Aileen Wall got through a lot of hard work. Lauren Guiry entered the fray in the last quarter and can bre well pleased with her senior inter county debut. Bigger challenges lay ahead for the Deise girls, Tipperary are up next on July 2nd in a Waterford venue with a 7:30 throw-in. COUNTY UNDER 16 FINALS The first champions on the club scene were decided at Dungarvan GAA grounds on Saturday evening last when four finals were completed. The opening final, the D final was played by near neighbours Clashmore and St. Olivers and the Green and Red of Clashmore prevailed following the example of their Intermediates who won the Munster sevens two weeks ago with a comprehensive win over a gallant young St. Olivers team. Next up was the B plate final between Ballymacarbry and Kilrossanty/Brickeys. This was an exciting affair all through but the experience of county under 16 players Becky Hogan and Maeve Ryan ensured that Ballymac became the B plate champions for 2014. In the under 14 B final it was a case of east meets west when Ballysaggart from the far west of the county did battle with city representatives Roanmore. In what turned out to be the closest battle of the day the girls from the west ably led by captain Emma Power came out on top in a fine sporting game. The fourth final of the day was the A final, this was to be the meeting of Stradbally and Dungarvan. Stradbally, by virtue of the fact that their team contained seven members of the Waterford county team who had narrowly lost in extra time to All Ireland favourites Cork, were the hottest of favourites going in to this game. The Red and Whites justified their favouritism by accounting for a game and gallant Dungarvan who never gave up trying. Stradbally: Kailyn O'Donnell, Laura Cusack, Roisin Curran, Sarah Mullaney, Sheena McGuickian, Grace Heffernan, Roisin Dunphy, Rebecca Casey, Niamh Power, Jade Queally, Chloe Fennell, Aishling Mullaney, Meadhbh Curran, Margaret Anne Boylan, Rachel McGuickian. Subs: Emily Keane, Erika Kiely, Aoife Brazil, Yasmin Power, Kate Heffernan, Aishlinn Keane, Megan O’Brien Dungarvan: Caoimhe Veale, Niamh McComb, Kelly Tutty, Shanice McCarthy, Clodagh Curran, Katie Duggan Sullivan, Emma Gildea, Catherine Murray, Rachel Wyley, Aisling Baumann, Ciara Hurley, Katie Ferncombe, Alix Fitzgerald, Nicole Ferncombe, Orna O’Brien, Caoimhe Denmead, Eimear Hayes, Maura Gallagher, Kaiesha Tobin and Shauna Coakley Ballysaggart: Mags Tobin, Mary O'Brien, Olivia Foley, Niamh Aldred, Eimear Montayne, Emily Prendergast, Erin Mangan, Sharon Williams, Robyn Roche, Becky McGlone, Jane Murphy, Sarah Landers, Emma Power (Captain), Faye Curley, Alice Russell, Ailbhe Roche, Shiona O'Regan, Ellen McCloskey, Claire Murphy, Shauna O'Keeffe, Becky Fennessy, Alison Prendergast, Paige Twomey Roanmore: Siobhan Howe, Eilis Clooney, Emily Wadding, Aishling Sheridan, Orlaith Kidney, SadiMai Rowe, Sinead O’Regan, Jessica Devereux, Emily Frisby, Aoife Clooney, Leanne Kennelly, Ali O’Toole, Stephaine Grant, Kelsey Byrne, Stephanie Martin, Sarah Lyons, Kate Hickey, Arwen Howe, Maeve Sheridan, Carrie O’Keeffe Ballymacrbry: Becky Maunsel, Abby Wall, Shauna Hewitt, Brigitta Valuenta, Cliona Murphy, Maeve Ryan, Ava Kearney, Kelly Ann Hogan, Becky Hogan, Jade Condon, Clodagh Kelly, Ailis Ryan, Ciara Ryan, Becky Desmond, Muireann Boyce, Niamh Ryan, Niamh Power, Chloe Wall, Chloe Mullen, Queenie Mulcahy, Eva Mulcahy. St. Olivers: Aine O’Brien, Ella Ronayne, Caoimhe Fogarty, Emma Meskill, Kate Meskill, Ailbhe Looby, Caoimhe Aherne, Emma Stubbs, Angela Walsh, Rachel Seery, Ellen Curran, Sarah Cotter, Alice Sullivan, Saoirse Culloo, Amy Reynolds. Clashmore: team list unavailable at going to press but they will be included in next week’s notes.
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DUNGARVAN RUGBY CLUB . . .
Try Fest at Tag Rugby THERE was a try fest at last Friday night's Tag Rugby. It was the first round of the real action after all the teams were put into their respective sections. In the Elite Group, there were wins for the 'Anchor Bar', 'Fancy a quick tag' and the 'Bullfrogs', who secured a one point win over The Ranchers. 'The Specials' had a close game with 'Tag them young', winning by two points in the end. It was great to see so many people out supporting the team at Ballyrandle and the good weather on the night played its role. Action will start at 7.15 on Friday night for round 2 of the Anchor Bar sponsored Tag Rugby Tournament. Teams are requested to be at ground at least 15 minutes before their kick off time. Elite Group Dif Pts Anchor +13 2 Fancy a quick tag +8 2 Bullfrogs +1 2 Ranchers -1 0 Blaa Guards -8 0 Try Hards -13 0 Premier Group Dif Pts Red Roosters +12 2 Seanachai +7 2 Sheehananigans +3 2 The Specials +2 2
Boom Boom -3 0 Tag 'em Young -2 0 Social Group Dif Pts BH Agri +8 2 The Rossys +4 2 Double Scrum -4 0 Big Units -7 0 Spartans -8 0 KFC RFC -12 0 RESULTS Friday, 20th June Try Hards 6v19 Anchor Roosters 21v9 KFC RFC Seanachai 16v9 Big Units Fancy Tag 17v9 Blaa Guards Specials 14v12 Tag em Young Spartans 6v14 BH Agri Bullfrogs 11v10 Ranchers Sheehananigans 17v14 Boom Boom Double Scrum 5v9 Rossys FIXTURES Friday 27th June Anchor v Ranchers - Pitch 1 - 7:15. Blaa Guards v Bullfrogs Pitch 2 - 7:15. Big Units V Spartans - Pitch 3 - 7:15. Sheehananigans v Specials - Pitch 4 - 7:15. Tag em Young v Roosters - Pitch 5 - 7:15. Rossys v BH Agri - Pitch 1 8:00.
The Seanachai team which took part in last Friday's Tag Rugby.
Boom Boom v Seanachai Pitch 2 - 8:00. Double Scrum v KFC RFC Pitch 4 - 8:00. Try Hards v Fancy Tag Pitch 5 - 8:00. RUGBY CAMP The ever popular Munster Rugby Summer Camps are back for Summer 2014. This summer there are a total of 23 venues throughout the whole province. Th encamp in Dungarvan is on from Monday August 11th to Friday 15th. Camp fee is €85 per child with a family discount of a second and subsequent child at €75. Camp places are available for boys and girls from 6 years old to 12 years old. The camp takes place over one week (Monday through to Friday inclusive) between 9:30 am and 1:30 pm. Each participant will receive an Official Summer Camp Pack comprising an Adidas Summer Camp T-Shirt, Adidas Shorts, Adidas Socks, Adidas DrawString Bag, Mouth Guard and one Junior ticket to a Munster pre-season match. Children who participate in the camps will get the chance to make new friends, learn more about rugby values such
as team work, respect and integrity, and also become more aware of the importance of physical fitness. All this while learning to develop the basic rugby skills of passing, tackling (in a controlled environment), evasion and kicking. Most of all we guarantee lots of fun! For any more information please contact Munster Rugby on 021-4323563 (9 am - 5.00 pm) BEACH TAG Dungarvan Rugby Club took an active part in Bike Week last Saturday evening, when club members played Tag Rugby on Clonea Beach. The players meet at the club grounds and cycled to Clonea along the cycle path, played rugby on the beach and then returned to the Club house for a BBQ. Excellent weather conditions made the evening very enjoyable and may have something to do with the performances on the sand, as a few players rolled back the years and showed the young lads how it's done. Michael Pettit of Jitter Beans, was all set up and ready for the hungry players when they arrived back at the club.
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GAA CLUB NOTES
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Tramore Tramore INTERMEDIATE HURLING Our intermediate hurlers went down by 5 points against Ferrybank in the Championship on Saturday. Having led for most of the game, an inability to close it out proved to be our undoing. Next game is against Ballyduff in the league. U12 HURLING BLITZ We made the journey to the Dungarvan Club for a Hurling Blitz last Saturday. We fielded 2 teams and all our lads played exceptionally well on a hot day. We had good wins over Midleton and Dicksboro and went down to Ring and eventually Dungarvan in the semi-final while our other team had a good draw against Clonmel and 2 narrow losses against Midleton and Dungarvan. All the lads played their hearts out and showed immense bravery especially in the last match which was a close, tight, hard fought battle and it was a good tee up for our last City League match against Abbeyside this week. Thanks to the other teams who gave us good sporting games. Squad: Darren Connor, Oisin Crowley, David O'Connor, Thomas Murray, Cian Murphy, Sean Evans, Dean Larkin, Ben O'Brien, Sam Morrissey, Cian Rellis, Dillon Dunphy, John Finnegan, Oisin Keating, Josh Flynn, Arran Walsh, Jack Daniels, Craig Wilmott, Jonah Nyangasai, Richard Ayodele.
Our U-13s are out next Monday, keep a watch out for texts on upcoming matches. BINGO In the Club every Monday at 8.00 p.m. All are welcome. CUL CAMP Tramore Kellogg's GAA Cul Camps 18th22nd of August, Tramore GAA Club, 10.00 a.m. - 2.30 p.m. Monday to Friday, €55 1st child, €45 2nd child, and €40 for 3rd and subsequent children. Contact Denise Connor 086-2470899 to book a place on the camp. This is a great camp, the largest by far in the County and is very well run and great value and fantastic fun, so book your place early to avoid disappointment. STAR CAMP Star Camp is coming to Tramore GAA Club from 28th July to 1st August for boys and girls aged between 4 and 13. More info can be seen on www.starcamp.ie CAMOGIE Training for Junior Team now moved to Wednesday evenings 8.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Training on Wednesday Evenings for U-8 to U12 - 6.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Training now on Wednesday Evenings for U-14 to U-18 - 8.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. ASTROTURF AND HALL Open to Clubs and Children's Parties, bouncy castle available as well, for further information, contact our Sports and Social Manager, Charlie Ryan at 086-8232021. LITTLE WARRIORS Little Warriors is back, fun games for 3-6 year olds in our Astro-turf every Sunday at 10.00 a.m. only €2 per child, max €5 per family. A fun introduction to Gaelic Games and more in a safe environment . CORE PILATES AND CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuits with John Frost on Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. Pilates with Davy Wade on Thursday at 7.30 p.m. €5 for each class and all are welcome. Great to see the mix of people attending these classes every week, Lords and Ladies, young and not so young. LOTTO The next draw takes place this Wednesday, June 18th, when the Jackpot will be €2,300. Tickets €2 each are on sale in the usual outlets. There was no winner of the €2,200 Jackpot in last Wednesday weeks draw. The numbers drawn were 2, 3, 7 and 16. Lucky Dip winners of €40 each were Tessie Fleming, Peter Street, Betty Kavanagh, Sweetbriar and Thomas Cowman, Old Waterford Road. Thanks to all who support the Lotto. DEISE DRAW The June draw takes place in Portlaw this Thursday as the Ken McGrath All-Star Hurling Match is on in Walsh Park at 7.30 p.m. on Friday, Terrific prizes to be won monthly, including the top prize of €10,000. Tickets €10 per month can be got from Pat Cullen or Anne Bohan. In addition, there will be prizes of 2 All-Ireland Hurling and Football Final tickets to be won in the June and July draws. Thanks to all who support the Deise Draw. CARDS NIGHT Mary Halley, Nicky Power and Liz Halley beat Jack O'Brien, Ted Crowley and Greg Tobin in last weeks final. Friday draw winners were Jack O'Brien and Mark Lynam. Cards every Friday at 9.30 p.m. and all are welcome. Great to have ace card player, Josie Connors, back in action again. Everyone in the Club sends best wishes to Eamonn McCormack, who has been indisposed of late. Recent Bonus Ball were Maureen Cullen and Deirdre O'Connor.
Kill Club Lotto:- The jackpot continues to head towards the 8K mark after last Monday night’s draw in Kirwans (16th June) produced no winner. We had no 'Match 3's' either on the night so the
two lucky dip prizes went to Peter Mackey, Waterford City and Breda Jacob, Kilmac. Each receive €25. The numbers drawn were 4, 23, 24, 30. The next draw is in Dunphys where the jackpot stands at €7,750. Deise Draw:- The June draw takes place this Thursday, 26th, and not Friday as is the norm, due to a clash with the Ken McGrath Rehab night. We urge all our members to return their 'dues' to Hannah A.S.A.P. Ken McGrath Night:- The club has a few tickets remaining for the above cause this Friday night, the 27th in Walsh Park. Tickets cost €10 with U-16's free. Junior Hurling:- Fenor's 2nd round game in the championship was going along nicely last Thurs. night, 19th June, when an unsavoury off the ball incident in the 8th minute of the second half led to Ben Gallagher being 'stretched' and eventually being hospitalized. With the game being held up for 30 minutes. the ref had no choice but to abandon the game while an ambulance was called. Unfortunately, neither the ref or his officials saw the incident, so the culprit escaped punishment. In what was a very sporting and great game of hurling at the excellently prepared Dunhill venue, Fenor led Ballyduff by 2-9 to 1-9 up until that point. Everyone in both clubs wish Ben all the best and lets hope we see him back on the field in the near future. Fenors next game in the championship is this Thurs. night, 26th June, when Balldurn provide the opposition. The game is fixed for 7 p.m. in Portlaw. ST. MARYS JUVENILE U-11 Hurling City League:- Our 6th round game against Ferrybank was played in sunny Kill last Friday evening, 20th June. This turned out to be a very exciting game of hurling which ebbed and flowed the whole way through. The sides were tied at the interval and midways through the 2nd half the city side edged in front only for us to strike 3 quick goals. Back came Ferrybank and only for some good goalkeeping from James Harney and great defending from Josh McCormack, Frank Kavanagh and Dan Halley in particular, we kept them at bay to secure our 4th win on scoreline of 4-2 to 3-2. Others to impress were Geoff Dowdall and Anthony Mullins. We have one remaining game against Na Gaeil in early July in the city league. Croke Park Here We Come:- It has been announced that our U-12 hurlers are one of 4 Waterford clubs to represent the county in an organised blitz in Croke Park on Mon. 7th July. This is a great honour for all concerned and hopefully its a day the lads will never forget, to play on the sacred sod. More details in the coming weeks. U-14 Hurling:- We have played 2 more games lately in the championship. We gathered our first points on Monday, 9th June when we defeated Tramore by the narrowest of margains on a 3-4 to 3-3 scoreline. Three days later we took on a strong Passage outfit who beat us by 4-12 to 2-7 which didn't do us justice as we hurled very well. U-9 Football:- Our U-9's entertained John Mitchels in Newtown last Wednesday night, 18th June. An exciting game saw the sides level. Well done to all concerned.
Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Saturday, 14th June, numbers drawn were 1, 7, 10, 26, and there was no winner. €20 winners were: Margaret England, Helen McGrath, Sheila Tobin, Dave Hennessey, and Eamonn Forbes. Saturday 21st June, numbers drawn were 10, 16, 17, 26 , and there was no winner. €20 winners were: Paddy Flanagan, Paddy Murray, Catherine Baldwin, Sean and Michael Tobin, and Keith Watkins. Next week's jackpot will be €17,800, and the draw will take place on Sunday night next, 29th June. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Clashmore 2-9;Shamrocks 0-12. This league match which was switched from the Saturday night to last Sunday afternoon in Clashmore, (and our thanks to Clashmore for switching the match) was played in lovely sunshine, and resulted in a 3 point win for the home side. Given that we were without 8 first choice players, this was a good workout for the team with many of the younger lads playing very well and getting some valuable experience. We started a bit sluggishly, and found ourselves playing second fiddle to a lively Clashmore side who lad by 1-6 to 0-4 at half-time with Ciaran O'Keeffe and Kelvyn O'Farrell getting our scores. We came more into the game in the second half with points from John Paul Lucey, Edward Hynes and Ciaran getting us to within a couple of points, but Clashmore's second goal put some daylight between the sides again. We finished strongly with points from Edward, Ciaran and Seanie Murphy leaving just 3 points between us at the end. Our next championship match won't take place for a while yet, all depending on Waterford's progress in senior and minor over the next few weeks. Panel; Liam Murphy, Chris Murphy, John O'Donovan, John Baldwin, Tom O'Donovan, Eoin Murphy, Jason Ahearne, Jamie Murphy, Brian Harnedy, Kelvyn O'Farrell,
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Scoil Mhuire Tallow, winners of the County Allianz Cumman Na mBunscol B Camogie Title. They beat Kill in the Final in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Paidi Tobin, J. P. Lucey, Ciaran O'Keeffe, Sean Murphy, Edward Hynes, Mike O'Neill, Richie Murphy, Alan Kelly, Padraig Roche.
JUNIOR FOOTBALL Shamrocks will play the next round of the football championship tomorrow (Thursday) night against Modeligo in Knockanore at 7.30. With one win and one loss so far the selectors will be hoping for a big performance on Thursday. We are short a few players at the moment with some lads away, injuries, and other reasons, but the lads will give it everything, so come along and give them some support. MINOR HURLING, WATERFORD V. CLARE We wish the Waterford minor hurlers including our own Colm Roche the best of luck tonight (Wednesday) when they take on Clare in Fraher Field at 7.30 pm. Having already beaten Clare away, they find themselves having to play the Banner lads again, and with the losers going out of the championship there's a lot at stake. Good luck to all the players, don't give up your AllIreland crown easily. JAMES TOBIN CELEBRATION EVENING The Shamrock Inn, Knockanore, is the place to be next Saturday evening 28th June for a celebration evening for James Tobin who was elected to the new Waterford City and County Council recently, and was chosen as the Cathaoirleach for the new Council subsequently. A great evening is in store, so come along and give him your support. WEDDING BELLS Shamrocks would like to send our congratulations to Patrick Flanagan, Killeenagh, Knockanore, who tied the knot with Mary Mulcahy, Curraglass last Saturday in Conna. Our best wishes to you both for a long and happy life together. QUALIFIER DRAW At time of writing I don't know who Waterford have drawn in the Qualifiers, but certainly there are no easy draws anymore, and with the losers of Kilkenny/ Galway also in the hat, well it's a minefield. Galway's miraculous comeback against the cats was enthralling, but another draw in the championship is putting matches back further still, and as a consequence club games will be put back also. Good for the G.A.A. not great for clubs. KEN McGRATH BENEFIT NIGHT Tickets are still available for the Ken McGrath benefit night in Walsh Park, Waterford on this Friday night 27th. Adults €10, and u-16's are free, and they can be got from Tom O'Donovan. He's a genuine hurling legend, and deserves all the support he gets.
John JohnMitchel's Mitchells INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We are due to play Mount Sion in a rearranged championship fixture this weekend. Date, time and venue are not confirmed at time of writing. See elsewhere in local press for details. UNDERAGE BUSTER DRAW Joan Horgan was the €500 winner of the draw on Friday last. Joan had the winning combination of the 9 pm greyhound race in Youghal. Thanks to everyone who supported our draw and to everyone who helped sell tickets. UNDERAGE Our u-8’s travelled to Rathgormack on Monday evening last. Playing 3 games on the evening they improved with every game and
came home happy but tired on a very warm evening. On Wednesday evening our u-9’s took on St. Mary’s in Newtown and ran out winners in a very exciting game. This Wednesday our u-10’s take on Tramore at 6:30 pm in fews. Why not come along to watch the game and have a kick around. Training continues Thursday evenings at 6:30 pm. CAMP July 9th, 10th and 11th are the dates for our camp this year. Once again it is being run by DKAM Sports who provide a wide variety of sports and games throughout the 3 days. The camp will run from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm each day. Price for the 3 days is an incredible €15. This is the ideal camp if your child would like to make new friends, may not currently play football but enjoys sports or lives in the area but doesn’t attend the local schools. Camp is open for 5-13 year olds. Forms will be available at training Thursdays at 6:30 pm or call Molly 0879654173 for more info. CROKE PARK TRIP The 8th July is the date for our trip to Dublin. We are currently taking names of people who would like to travel on the bus for the day. The cost is €20 per adult and €10 per child. This will cover the cost of the bus and a meal in Carlow on the way home. We can also organise a tour of the museum for anyone interested. This promises to be a great day for our small club so why not be part of it.
St.Chartaighs Chartaighs Juveniles St. Juvenile Our u-7s hurlers played Cois Bride in Tallow in a friendly game last Friday evening. The u-8s played Cois Bride, Ballyduff and Cappoquin in the play and stay league last Monday night. U-13s had a great game against Abbeyside last Thursday evening. From our u-6s up to our u-11s there will be training once a week for the summer months. Times, days and venue for these training sessions will follow on other notes. All outstanding membership would be greatly appreciated by the club. Remember if your chid/ children play they pay. It's school holiday time for our members, here's hoping to a summer of sun, fun and laughter, but most of all be safe out there. KELLOGG’S CUL CAMPS 2014 Our club will be holding the Kelloggs Cul Camp during the week of August 18th to August 22nd. Closing date for hand in registration is now closed. Registration can still be done on line and will be open up to the week before camp dates. If preferred one can register and pay on first morning of camp and the gear and gear bag will be given out on the day after, which in this case will be the Tuesday. Any queries please contact Nora on 085 7309471 or Marie on 087 7979513.
Clonea Clonea JUVENILE BLOTTO Next draw is this Sunday, June 29th and Jackpot is now €4,400. KELLOGGS SUMMER CAMP Bookings are now being taken for our Kellogg’s Summer camp, which takes place from
Monday, July 7th to Friday, July 11th. Cost is €50 per child with reductions for two or more children in a family. As demand is expected to be high we may not be taking applications on the day of the camp so please return application forms and fees to any of our coaches as soon as possible or contact Kevin on 086-2215401 for more details. FAMILY FIELD DAY A Family Field Day will be held on the pitch during the August Bank Holiday weekend. Plenty of fun activities for young and adults including a few Novelty events. Further details soon. RESULTS Good win for the Juniors again over Ballygunner while the Intermediates had a good draw with Dunhill CLONEA CAMOGIE SCRAP RECYCLING The Camogie Club Scrap recycling collection is drawing to a close. Please contact Kevin or Maurice for more information. KELLOGG’S SUMMER CAMP Bookings are now being taken for our Kelloggs Summer camp, which takes place from Monday, July 7th to Friday, July 11th. Cost is €50 per child with reductions for 2 or more children in a family. As demand is expected to be high we may not be taking applications on the day of the camp, so please return application forms and fees to any of our coaches as soon as possible or contact Kevin on 086-2215401 for more details.
Ballyduff Upper Ballyduff Upper MAIN SPONSOR - KENNEALLY STEEL SENIOR HURLING LEAGUE The seniors drew with Lismore in a high-scoring league match last Friday night, 2-21 to 3-18. Team was: Brendan Hannon, Jamie Hannon, Tom Molumphy, Tom Feeney, Cian Leamy, Shane Kearney, Ger Feeney, Michael Kearney, Stephen Molumphy, Seamus Hannon, Jamie Kearney, Brian Kearney, Kevin Casey, Michael Kearney, Andrew Casey. Subs used: Denis McDonagh.
SYMPATHY The club would like to extend their sympathies to the Geary family on the death of Mary Ellen Geary. LOTTO The numbers drawn in last weeks lotto were 1, 9, 12, 29. There was no jackpot winner. €30 winners were Sean Higgins, J. P. Fitzgerald, Kathleen Molumphy, Tom Cunningham.
Naomh Brid Naomh Brid UNDER 8 Second round of blitzes are on this week in Ballymac pitch. Players are requested to be there for 6.45 pm. Hurling this week and Football for the next two weeks after that. UNDER 12 HURLING There is one game left in this league – v’s Clashmore. Date and venue to be decided UNDER 13 HURLING Our next fixture is away to Stradbally on Monday, 30th June. Players are requested to be in Stradbally at 06.45 p.m. CUL CAMP 2014 This year’s Cul Camp is in Bohadoon from July 21st to July 25th. Anyone interested must book in advance. Camp Co-Ordinator is Mary Fahey (0872813935). You can also book online Log in to Kellogs.ie.
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Affane/Cappoquin Affane/Cappoquin BILLY KIELY RIP It was with great sorrow we heard the news that a great Cappoquin man Billy Kiely died last week in County Mayo. He won football and hurling county titles with Cappoquin as well as representing Waterford in all levels, he was also a tremendous oarsmen with 'The Old Dark Blues' Cappoquin until he emigrated to London in the 50's. Billy hurled for London and was an active member of the Cucullanns GAA, which Cappoquin took on in the 80's, and which Billy was instrumental in organising. Billy visited Cappoquin every year and his HQ was the 'Tailors’ and just like the Tailors its another piece of the Cornerstone gone. The Cappoquin Affane GAA Club extend its deepest sympathy to all his relatives and friends. May he rest in peace. PADDY O'BRIEN, CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE, SATURDAY 12th JULY Affane Cappoquin will host Country and Western star, Paddy O'Brien in the Cappoquin Community Centre, Saturday 12th July. Doors opens at 9.45 pm. Admission €15. CLUB LOTTO The numbers drawn in our Club Lotto for the jackpot prize €2,800 on Monday, June 16th were 3, 4, 14, 26 and there was no winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Pat Egan, Greystones; Anto Rooney, Kilbree; Nora Crotty, Afffane and John Burke, Mellery. This week’s draw was held Tuesday, June 24th and the results will appear here next week. THREE TO ANSWER 1, What county has players in all positions in All Star hurling and football teams? 2, What team won an All Ireland club senior final without conceding a single point? 3, Name two players who have missed penalties in more than one All Ireland senior football final? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, The great Roscommon team of the early to mid 1940s had a player whose surname matches a village in nearby Leitrim. and his name is Frankie Kinlough. 2, Offaly had a brilliant minor football team in 1964. The Faithful XV beat Cork in the All-Ireland decider. Five of the starting fifteen went on to win All Star awards Martin Furlong, Eugene Mulligan, Mick Ryan, Willie Bryan, Tony McTague. 3, Three Corkmen acted as Presidents of the GAA: Michael Deering, Sean McCarthy and Con Murphy WESTERN MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Capoquin minor hurlers take on St. Carthages this Thursday, June 26th in Ballyduff at 7.30 pm WESTERN U-13 HURLING CHAMPIOINSHIP Cappoquin U-13 hurlers travel to Bushy Park to take on the Brickey Rangers this Thursday, June 26th at 7 pm and on Monday, June 30th they will play Ballyduff in the Sportsfield at 7 pm. COUNTY MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Cappoquin will play Ferrrybank this Friday, June 27th in Ferrybank at 5.15 pm, transport will leave the Sportsfield at 3.45 pm. CAPPOQUIN U-13, U-14 / U- 16 HURLING FIXTURE U-16 County Hurling Championship. Tuessday, June 24th - Round 1 Cappoquin V Brickey Rangers in Bushy Park at 7.00 p.m. Western Minor Hurling Semi-Final, Thursday, June 26th - Cappoquin V Lismore/Ballysaggart at 7.30 p.m. in Ballyduff. U-13 Hurling Round 2 - Thursday, June 26th - Cappoquin (A) V Brickey Rangers. U-14 Hurling County Championship Round 2 - Friday, June 27th - Cappoquin (A) V Ferrybank at 5.15 p.m. U-12 Hurling Round 7 - Friday, June 27th Cappoquin (A) V Ballyduff Upper. West U-16 Hurling Quarter-Final - Sunday, June 29th - Cappoquin (H) V Brickeys at 11.00 a.m. (Semi-final July 12th. Final July 19th). U-13 Hurling Round 3 - Monday, June 30th Cappoquin (H) V Ballyduff. U-14 Hurling County Championship Round 3 - Monday, July 7th - Cappoquin (H) V St. Declans.
St.Olivers CLUB LOTTO This week’s number was 21 and the winner was Conor Mulhall. UNDER 8 We played in the Western Football tournament in Ballinameela last Thursday and the evening was a great success. There were sandwiches, cakes, tea and coffee, plenty of smiles, sunshine and even a bit of football. Thanks To Kevin Phelan and Micheál Culloo for refeering and thanks to all the mums for helping out. UNDER 10 We play in the Under 10 Western football tournament in Kilrossanty this Thursday. COMMITTEE MEETING There will be a committee meeting Thursday, 3rd July in Ballinameela at 8.30 pm. ST. OLIVER’S LADIES
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
The under 16’s played in the County Final at Dungarvan GAA field against Clashmore. St. Oliver’s played with 14 and were defeated on the day. But they give it 110%. Congratulations to Clashmore on becoming county champions. This Friday training will be at the Ballinameela GAA field from 6-7 pm for all ages. Please bring your gum shields and €2. WELL DONE Congratulations to Gary Hurley on a great performance at the Irish Open last weekend in Fota.
Ardmore ARDMORE UNDER-14 “FEILE NA nGAEL 2014” – ARMAGH ARDMORE – ARMAGH: Ardmore Under-14’s travelled to Armagh this past weekend to represent Waterford in the AllIreland Feile na nGael competition. With a 20 year lapse since Ardmore last took part this was going to be an occasion for our young gentlemen to soak up & enjoy. We thank our host Club Derrynose GAC for the wonderful welcome & hospitality shown to our panel of players. Ardmore may not have progressed beyond the qualifier stages but I can assure you that we competed extremely well & made our oppositions work extremely hard for their win. The ethos of the new Feile format is to allow more teams & players to participate in such occasions. Like the Ardmore lads from past days who took part in Feile I am sure the memory of this past weekend will be notched in the Under-14 Panel of 2014 for a lifetime. We played our host club Derrynoose at their wonderful home grounds on Friday 2pm after a long sun-soaking drive from Ardmore & only lost by six points after a very exciting 2nd half. That evening we travelled to Armagh Athletic Grounds for the official opening of “Feile 2014” & the stunning parade of Club Banners & colours of over 90 teams into the GAA grounds. On Saturday morning we travelled to Pearce Og Park in Armagh from Crossmaglen to play “Cuchulainns Armagh” and after a hard fought game we lost by 5 points. Next up was “Corofin Clare” which was played at “Sherry’s Field” Armagh which is overlooking the stunning St Patrick’s Cathedral. The lads put up a great effort and were leading at half-time by a single point. As the second half progressed Corofin took the lead thanks to the skills/strength of their centre forward they ran out winner by six points (a player to watch out for and earmarked by Davy for Clare in the future) . Our final match was against Pallasgreen Limerick. This was a match we targeted but our 1st half performance did not match our previous games. The lads dug deep in the 2nd half and produced a stunning comeback with 2-2 in a five minute period to bring us to within one point of Pallasgreen. With the clock ticking we ran out of time to record a victory that would have put into a semi-final of the plate competition on Sunday. Participation is paramount but with any team events the combination of participation & wining is natural. The communities of Ardmore & Grange can be extremely proud of what the young lads have achieved both on & off the field of play as their behaviour was a credit to their parents. We travelled with our full panel of 17 players in a 15-a-side All-Ireland Tournament over a single weekend. We played against teams with panels of 24 and possible extended panels of 30plus players. That evening we all returned to the host clubhouse of Derrynoose for a fun packed evening. Ardmore GAA Club presented Derrynoose with a framed Ardmore Jersey representing “Feile 2014” along with a wonderful Brigid Shelly painting. THANKS & APPRECIATION: A massive thanks must go the Juvenile Committee for its wonderful fundraising over the past weeks with special thanks to Seamus Veale (Chairperson Juvenile Committee); Anthony Ahern (Under-14 Manager); Selectors Tom Foley, Ollie Walsh, Patrick Reardon, Tony Keane; First Aid Caroline Power and not to forget the wonderful work done over the past months by Coach Adrian O’Donnell. A special thanks to Patrick Reardon who took the lead in the fundraising efforts. To all our Sponsors we thank you very much and fully appreciate your kindest toward the Club Johnny & Mags “An Seanachaí Bar & Restaurant” who assisted us in a considerable fundraising event. Our Jersey Sponsors “SPAR” Head office, Shipmates Restaurant Ardmore, Perks Amusement Park Ardmore; AF Roofing (Anthony Ahern) & Brigid Shelly for her wonderful painting of Ardmore and the Round Tower which was commissioned for this occasion. Thanks to Keever’s; An Tobar; Round Tower Hotel & Quinn’s for their assistance in selling our tickets. KIND NOTE: On Friday afternoon prior to departing for our first game against Derrynoose All-Ireland Football winning Manager 2002 “Joe Kernan” popped to the Hotel to meet all the players and parents. He kindly stood in for photos with his son Stephen (Crossmaglen Rangers & Armagh Footballer). As we left for Derrynoose he kindly offered to lead the convey for over 10 miles to a point where we were all ok with the final journey to Derrynoose Club Grounds. On Sunday morning prior to departing for home we took the lads to a the
Newtown/Ballydurn who beat Clonea in the Eastern Allianz Cumann na mBunscol C Camogie final in Walsh Park. Crossmaglen Rangers Senior Football Training Session. A club that has won 6 All-Ireland Club Championships, 10 Ulster Club Final and 41 Armagh County Titles. We were delighted to have Oisin McConville take a moment out of his training session to stand in for a photo with the lads. A hero in the GAA circles with 16 Club County titles, 10 Ulster and 6 All-Ireland Club titles along with 7 Inter-County Ulster titles, 1 AllIreland, 1 National Football League and 2 times All-Star Footballer. Thanks to all for making this a wonderful weekend and well done the GAA for it foresight in extending the Feile Competition in the manner it was done this year. We were blessed with the sunshine for the weekend & after a sun & fun packed weekend we took the journey home to our beloved homes safe & well. ARDMORE GAA LOTTO - JUNE 16th, 2014 AT KEEVERS BAR No winner of the €10,000 jackpot. The numbers drawn on June 16th were: 3, 16, 19, 28. 5 winners of €20 each were: Marie Foley, c/o Quinns; Paddy Mac, c/o John O'Donnell; Pud, c/o An Tobar; Tony Gallagher, c/o Ardmore Post Office; WLK c/o An Tobar Bar. ARDMORE GAA LOTTO - JUNE 23rd, 2014 AT KIELY’S CROSS BAR No winner of the €10,000 jackpot. The numbers drawn on June 16th were: 13, 14, 18, 19. 5 winners of €20 each were: Breda Power, c/o Ardmore Post Office; Caoimhe Rose Healy, c/o An Tobar Bar; Tom & Gerry, c/o Keevers Bar; Willie Power, c/o Ardmore Post Office; Pat O'Connell, c/o Kiely’s Cross Bar.
Melleray/Glen Rovers Rovers Melleray/Glen GOLF CLASSIC Last weekend we held our first ever Golf Classic at Lismore Golf Club and what a success it proved to be. We had over 45 teams entered and the weather was perfect. Our thanks goes to all who participated and all who sponsored teams, teeboxes and prizes. On Saturday evening our main sponsor Ned O’Rourke, presented the prizes at a well attended Lismore Golf Club. Well done to the organising committee of Tony Hennebry, John O’Dwyer, Eamon O’Shea and Anthony O’Rourke. Finally, our thanks to Bernie Glavin for providing the usual top class food and all at Lismore Golf Club for being so helpful and making us feel so welcome. Hopefully an event we can repeat next year RESULTS OF 3 PERSON CHAMPAGNE SCRAMBLE GUI 1st: 105 pts Pa Morrissey, Martin O’Driscoll and Anne Bennett GUI 2nd: 100 pts. Craig Scotton, Colm Murphy and Michael O’Grady GUI 3rd: 99 pts. Damian Casey, John Foley and John Whelan. Ladies: 90 pts. Esther Hornibrook, Sheila Denn and Patricia Bolger Non GUI: 97 pts. Anthony O’Rourke, Shane O’Rourke and Fintan O’Connor. Nearest the Pin: Alf Barden. Longest Drive: Daragh Prendergast. Juveniles: Luke O’Rourke, Tiernan Cullinane, Daragh O’Rourke, Ciaran Power, Simon Power, Jack Coffey. CLOTHES COLLECTION Our clothes collection will continue on Saturday, 28th June, from 12 mid-day to 4.00 p.m. at The Cats Bar Carpark. Any clothes, shoes, belts, blankets, curtains, books or mobile phones can be dropped off at the Carpark during these times. Our thanks to Mike and Tina at The Cats Bar for facilitating us. If you are unable to call to the carpark we will have a collection
service from your front door. Just text 0876970169/086-8281685 on Friday with your name and phone number and we will arrange collection on Saturday. PLAYING FIELD Training continues this week with a hurling challenge game v. Marlfield (Tuesday) and football training Thursday night. We are likely to have our next hurling championship game v. Cappoquin next weekend so all players are requested to make the effort over the next few weeks. Our best wishes to the Waterford Seniors hurlers v. Laois in a game that should get them back on track for the knock-out stages of the championship. All in the community are requested to be extra vigilant at this time of year in relation to leaving windows and doors open when not at home and to keep an eye on neighbours property, especially if vacant. Any suspicious activity by persons or cars in the area should be reported straight away to Dungarvan Garda Station at 058-48600. Our best wishes to all who have completed exams in the area and to all the younger children in the area who are getting their school holidays. We hope the good weather continues for all of ye over the rest of the summer!
St. Patricks KELLOGG’S CUL CAMP This year’s Cul Camp is in Bohadoon from the 21st – 25th July, 2014. Contact Mary Fahey, Camp Co-ordinator 087-2813935. U-8 HURLING PLAY & STAY LEAGUES Last Monday night we participated in the first of four consecutive Monday nights in the Fourmilewater venue. Here we played two games Naomh Brid 1 and St. Olivers. This Monday night we are up against the host club and Naomh Brid 2. Next two Monday nights, it is football. U-10 HURLING Last Friday evening, St. Patricks travelled to Modeligo to play Naomh Brid in an U-10 hurling game. After a great contest, Naomh Brid will now travel to Bohadoon for the replay. Team: Michael Beresford, Eoin Flavin, Mark Power, Eoin Dennehy, Liam Dukes, Michael Knightly, David Butler, Tanzey Flynn, Eanna Drohan, Adam Daly and Thomas Byrne.
U-18 WESTERN MINOR HURLING This Sunday morning in Abbeyside Naomh Brid/St. Pats defeated the Brickeys 6-8 to 2-9 in the Western championship. Brickeys led at halftime 1-7 to 0-5. Both teams were under strength on the day. This competition is now stalled until later on in the year with the minor county championship commencing next week. Both camps will view this game as a useful exercise. FIXTURES U-14 – Hurling: Naomh Brid/St. Pats versus Passage next Thursday night in Touraneena at 7.30 pm, 26th June. U-16 – Hurling: 1st round Wednesday, 9th July.
Comeragh Ladies Comeragh Rangers LadiesFootball Football CLUB FUNDRAISER: Reminder that our main club fundraiser, An American Tea Party will be held on Saturday, July 19th at 8 p.m. at the Rathgormack Hiking Centre. Tickets are priced at €15 per person and will be
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issued to hosts in the coming weeks. CLUB ACTION Hard luck to our U16s who lost out narrowly to Stradbally in the A semi Final. This was a hard fought game with both teams inseparable after full time. Extra time was played on the night and it was Stradbally who came away with the victory in the end. Even through defeat, this is a very impressive u16 side with a lot of emerging talent coming through. On behalf of the club, we would like to thank the management team and the girls for all their dedication and effort throughout the year. Well done to our Junior Team who had a very impressive win over Na Deise in the Junior, 11 a side League Semi-final. Final Score was Comeragh Rangers 8-11 to Na Deises 4-11. The girls now progress to the Final where they will meet either Old Parish or Roanmore. COUNTY ACTION Well done to the Waterford Intermediate Ladies football team who beat Limerick in the first round of the Munster Championship. Our own club members on these team include: Ciara, Nora, Shauna Dunphy and Aisling Hahessy.
Fourmilewater MINI LOTTO No jackpot winner. Numbers drawn: 6, 10, 29. Next week’s jackpot €750. Match two number winners: Martha Blanchfield, Nire; Tom Kearney, Toureen; Donald Fraler, Kilbrien; Tony HIckey, Knockboy; Connie Power, Kilmacomma. 45 CARD DRIVE 1st Chris Noonan and Michael Aherne; 2nd Eileen Kelly and Ally Ryan. LUCKY TABLE PRIZES X 2 Michael Power and Richard Harte; John Donovan and Donald Fraher. CÚL CAMP The local Co-ordinator for this year’s Cúl Camp is Tom Guiry. If anyone wants to put their children’s name forward please contact him. SENIOR HURLING On Saturday night last in the Mill Field Mt. Sion defeated a very under-strength Fourmilewater team in the Sargent Cup.
Nire MINOR FOOTBALL Next Minor fixture Saturday, 28th June The Western championship kicked off last weekend. The Nire proceeded to the next round after receiving a walk-over from Ardmore. Their next fixture is this Saturday, 28th against the Brickeys, time and venue to be confirmed. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Round 1: Nire 3-22; Ballinmeela 0-02. Round 2: Nire 2-10; St. Saviours 1-03. PHELAN CUP Nire 1-13; Gaultier 0-12. Rathgormack 0-12; Nire 2-5. The Nire 2-16; Ballinameela 3-7. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Nire 2-6; Dungarvan 3-11. Nire 2-3; Brickeys 1-19. Next Intermediate match: Sunday, 29th June Vs Sliabh gCua in Fraher Field. MEMBERSHIP Can all club members ensure that membership is fully paid as soon as possible.
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Abbeyside Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our popular Jack the Joker Fundraiser will continue this Sunday night in Kennedy’s Live, where the Jackpot will be €5,620, as on Sunday night Margret Enright was drawn out of the drum and picked card 9 which wasn’t the Joker though she did win €50. Pat O’Brien and Margaret Dwane won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, The Village Inn, Village Flowers, Kennedys Live, Spar, Mike Kiely’s Butchers and Mousies Takeaway. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL This Sunday evening we play Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 7 pm. SENIOR HURLING Last Saturday evening we played Passage in the County League in Passage and at the end of a high scoring encounter we came away with a good win. Team: M. GORMAN, J. POWER, B. LOOBY, E. BERGIN, E. COLLINS, J. O’MAHONEY, M. POWER, D. COLLINS, M. O’HALLORAN, E. ENRIGHT, S. O’DONOVAN, S. DALY, T. MURRAY, G. BREEN, S. CLIFFE. Subs: S. O’CONNOR, D. HENLEY, J. DUGGAN, R. RYAN, B. HENLEY.
NATIONAL BIKE WEEK On Saturday last the club took part in a cycle to training morning. It was a fantastic success with over 100 children taking part. We cycled from Eurospar out the track to Seapark, around Duckspool and out to the field. Everyone was then treated to Butlers ice cream and all the children received a goodie bag. We would like to thank all the children and parents who helped to make the event a huge success. INTER COUNTY ACTIVITY There are number of Waterford teams in action this week and we have club players involved in all teams. Firstly, tonight the Minor Hurlers play Clare in Fraher Field where Conor Prunty plays at wing back and Stephen Cliffe and Sean Daly are panel members whilst Donncdha Enright is a selector. On Saturday the Senior Footballers travel to Carlow for the qualifiers where Shane Briggs and Stephen Enright are on the team and finally on Saturday night the hurlers play Laois in Walsh Park where Richie Foley is on the panel. We wish all the lads the very best of luck in their matches. CLUB BINGO This Sunday our Club Bingo returns to the CBS Hall at 8:30 pm where the jackpot is €800. FIRST AID If there are any members interested in giving a hand with first aid to any of our adult teams at matches, we would ask that you inform any club officer of your interest as we are hoping to arrange a First Aid course for any members who are interested. BOOKING OF PITCHES All team managers are reminded to please ensure that they have booked the pitch for training or matches with Michael O’Donovan. We would also ask team managers to please try and do as much heavy training in the areas behind the goals. JUVENILE NOTES OUTDOOR HURLING Our underage outdoor hurling continues this Saturday morning the 28th June at the Burgery at 10.30 am. All are welcome. This covers all age ranges from under 5 to under 10.Anyone who has not paid their membership yet is asked to pay it on the morning for insurance reasons. Membership forms will also be given out on the morning. Helmets are compulsory and if required can be purchased at a reduced price of €50. There will be a €2 cost also to cover expenses. CUL CAMPS The annual VHI cúl camp takes place at our club grounds this year beginning Monday June 30th. For more information or bookings please log on to their website www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/. This is usually a terrific camp for young kids and one which they most enjoy and look forward to. CONGRATULATIONS Big congratulations this week goes out to James Riordan who finished second in the All Ireland under 14 Féile hurling skills competition on Saturday last in the Athletic grounds in Armagh. Being very unlucky not to win, James represented his club and county with great pride and skill. This was a marvelous achievement for this up and coming hurler and everyone in the club was very proud of his efforts. FLAG DAY Our annual flag day this year for the juvenile committee takes place on July 5th and 6th. Anyone willing to help out on any way is asked to contact Kevin Tobin on (087) 9954448. UNDER 14 Our under 14 hurlers travelled to Thurles on Saturday last to take part in the Feile blitz competition. While victory was ultimately not achieved on the day all the lads enjoyed their day out and represented the club with great passion. NATIONAL BIKE WEEK As part of national bike week the club organized a cycle from Eurospar to our club grounds on Saturday morning last with various pick up points along the route. There was a big turnout and everyone who took part really enjoyed themselves.
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Ballysaggart LOTTO Results 17th June: Numbers drawn were 4, 14, 19 and 23. No Jackpot winner. Winners of €20 each: Geraldine Murphy, Timmy Murphy and Paddy Roche. Next week’s Lotto draw June 24th – Jackpot €2,750. SPOT THE SLIOTAR Ballysaggart GAA are holding a night for all those involved in our Spot the Sliotar fundraiser in the Community Centre on next Tuesday night, July 1st, at 8.30 p.m. anyone who helped out in any way is invited along. SYMPATHY The club would like to extend its deepest sympathy to Cailean and Chris O’Gorman and to the family and relatives of Maurice Hale who passed away over the last week. FUN DAY EVENT The club will host a cycling, running and walking fun day event on Sunday, August 31st, so keep that date free in your calendar; more details will follow as we get closer to the day. WATERFORD MINORS Best of luck to the Waterford minors and to Shane Bennett as they take on Clare this evening (Wednesday) in Fraher Field, Dungarvan, with a place in the Munster final at stake here. UNDER 16 LADIES FOOTBALL Congratulations to the Ballysaggart under 16 Ladies Football team on their great win over Roanmore, in their county final last Saturday in Dungarvan. BALLYSAGGART LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB U-16 LADIES CAPTURE COUNTY B TITLE It has been a great week for the U-16 ladies as on Thursday night last they beat Abbeyside at home on a scoreline of 9-10 to 2-8. This set the girls up with a final against Eastern rivals Roanmore on Saturday, 20th June. Earlier on in this competition, the girls played Roanmore away and were only beaten by the slimest of margins. The County final took place at Dungarvan GAA grounds on a beautiful sunny evening. Of course, there were a few butterflies with the girls before the game but Kevin gave them a pep talk and off they went. Both these teams were evenly matched and nobody was yielding hence the half time score ended with both teams on three points each. After another talk from Kevin at the break, a few fruit pastilles and some very determined words from team captain Emma - the girls in the blue and navy set out to wreak havoc. Once again the second half took off slowly with Emma Power putting over a point. Scores were hard to come by but once Emily Prendergast blasted the goal to the net and this was shortly followed up with another goal by Robyn Roche - the girls were on their way to victory. Each and everyone of them hassled and chased their opponents and got their just rewards. When the final whistle blew, the excitement and relief was brilliant. Our large contingent of supporters joined in the celebrations. Emma Power was presented with the cup by Crohan McGregor (Chairperson, Waterford Football Assoc) amid scenes of great excitement. Well done to the girls, Kevin Hale (Trainer/Manager), Dave Aldred, Ailish Murphy and Deirdre O'Donnell (Mentors). Comisserations to Roanmore on the night - there was nothing in it. Final score: 2-4 - 0-6 Team/Panel as follows: Mags Tobin, Shauna O'Keeffe, Niamh Aldred, Robyn Roche 1-0, Mary O'Brien, Alison Prendergast, Becky McGlone, Ailbhe Roche, Claire Murphy, Sharon Williams 0-2, Alice Russell, Erin Mangan, Faye Curley, Emma Power (Capt) 0-2, Sarah Landers, Emily Prendergast 1-0, Becky Fennessy, Jane Murphy, Eimear Montayne, Olivia Foley, Ellen McCloskey, Shiona O'Regan, Paige Twomey.
CELEBRATIONS After the match, the team and their families and supporters adjourned to Meaghers, Ballysaggart for music and food. Thanks to all who prepared sandwiches, hot food, DJ Martin and Meaghers. THANK YOU Thanks to all the parents/guardians who transported/travelled to the games during this championship. Thanks to the GAA field committee for the field/dressing rooms, thanks to Ailish Murphy for her numerous texts (keeping the girls informed); thanks to Anthony Glavin for supplying the extra water bottles which were badly needed on the night and to Ann Bennett for taking the pictures at the game. BIRTHDAY GIRL One of our players Shauna O'Keeffe celebrated her birthday during the week - hope you had a good one. U-12 GAME V BALLYMACARBRY The U-12 girls played Ballymac at home during the week and although not successful on this occasion. They still have more games to play. Final score 2-5 Ballysaggart, 4-4 Ballymacarbry. Team/Panel: Tara Lowe, Rachel Prendergast, Leann Landers, Niamh Meagher, Keelan Aldern, Emma Kelly, Emily Coughlan, Katie Meagher, Morgan Woods, Caoimhe Cliffe, Rena Meagher and Chloe Landers. Trainer/Mentor: Martina Landers/Jennifer Meagher.
U-14 GAME V STRADBALLY Our U-14 team played away to Stradbally on Sunday evening. I do not have details of the game but the girls lost out to Stradbally on this
Kill who beat the Portlaw in the Eastern Allianz Cumann na mBunscol B Camogie final in Walsh Park. occasion. JUNIOR TRAINING Junior Training has commenced - please contact Martina Landers if you want to receive texts about training/games. 086 1638616. LONG PUCK Well done to our U-14 player, Kelly Ryan as she captured first place in the Long Puck at the county Community games last weekend - congrats Kelly. JERSEYS!!!! Please make sure all the jerseys that were used at last Saturday nights celebrations are returned as soon as possible. I believe the curse of the missing jerseys has reared its ugly head again. If anyone out there has one, please return them to the club immediately. FESTIVAL GAMES The club will be involved in games during the Ballysaggart Community festival over the August bank holiday weekend. More details later. REGISTRATION As usual I am still chasing up some registration fees - the new season commenced on 1st June, 2014. If you are not registered, you are not covered should you get injured or other during the course of a match or training. The following fees apply: U-10 €10, U-12 - U18 €25, Adult Players €40 and non players/mentors/officials €20. All of these amounts have been reduced with the club paying the balance for registration. When submitting fees, please ensure that a registration form is attached for both juvenile/adult. If you would like a form please contact 087 9562839 and I will forward same. TEXT ALERT If you are not receiving texts about match fixtures or events, please let us know - you can contact 087 9562839 and you shall then be included in the appropriate texting group.
ClaisClais Mhór/Cionn CLG Mhór/CionntSáile tSáileBeag Beag DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The Deise Development Draw for June will take place tomorrow night Thursday, June 26th, instead of Friday night because of the Ken McGrath game so can we urge all of our monthly members to ensure that you are paid up to date and we wish all of our draw members the best of luck this time around. WESTERN HURLING LEAGUE Our Intermediate hurlers were in action this week in the Western Hurling League as they took on our near neighbours the Shamrocks at Clashmore on Sunday morning and they recorded a good win by 2-09 to 0-12 so well done to them here. INTER-COUNTY ACTION It is a busy week for some of our Intercounty teams with Waterford Minor hurlers playing Clare tonight in a mouthwatering Munster Semi-Final tie at the Fraher Field which should draw a great crowd to the Shandon grounds so best of luck to them in this game. Then on Saturday afternoon our Senior Footballers will take on Carlow in the first round of the All-Ireland Qualifier Series at Dr. Cullen Park, Carlow at 2pm with our own Declan Allen and Cillian O'Keeffe being involved here, so the very best of luck to all involved and hopefully they can progress to the next round here. KEN McGRATH ALL-STAR CHALLENGE As most of you probably know already the Ken McGrath All-Star Challenge takes place on Friday night at 7.30 pm at Walsh Park and we
urge you all to go along to this game if possible to contribute to what is a great cause. For those of you not familiar with this event, this is a fundraising game for the Ken McGrath Rehabilitation Fund which will be played between a Munster All-Star selection managed by Davy Fitzgerald versus a Leinster selection managed by Brian Cody with plenty of past and present greats of hurling being lined up to play on the night. We expect this to draw a superb crowd to Walsh Park and want to send our best wishes to Ken McGrath for the future during his rehabilitation.
Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €14,100 held in Miclins Bar, Kilrossanty on Sunday night, 22/06/14. Numbers were 7, 8, 13, 27. €30 won by the following: Niall Walsh, Comeragh; Liz Comyn, Leamybrien. €30 seller’s prize Teresa Kiely, Ballingowan. Next Clotto will be held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien on Sunday night, 29/06/14 for a Jackpot of €14,200. On duty on the night will be Liam Brazil and Pierce Whyte. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw will take place tomorrow, Thursday evening in Portlaw. All monies should be in to Mairead, Jason or Kevin at this stage. Tickets can still be bought for all the remaining draws. Good luck and thank you for your continued support. 40th ANNIVERSARY The club would like to congratulate our P.P. Fr. John Delaney on reaching the 40th anniversary of his ordination. Fr. Delaney has been with us for many years and we hope he has many more happy years of ministry with us. BARN DANCE Tickets are currently on sale for the player’s next big fundraiser. The Barn Dance will take place on Saturday, the 5th July and tickets are available from any of the players. This promises to be a great night with live band, DJ and a pig on a spit. COMERAGH QUEEN FESTIVAL The Comeragh Queen Festival will once again take place over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The committee are currently working very hard to finalise the programme of events but it promises to be a great weekend once again this year. The highlight of the festival this year will be the honouring of our 1964 championship winning team. KEN McGRATH FUNDRAISER The Ken McGrath fundraiser game will take place this Friday evening in Walsh Park. Anyone who is looking for tickets can contact Jason on 0877836731. JUVENILE NOTES UNDER 8 Under 8 training continues on Monday evenings at 7 pm. All new members are welcome membership is €10 per child. Parents of 6 and under are requested to stay at the pitch for the duration of training. UNDER 8 WESTERN TOURNAMENT The under 8's were in action last Thursday evening in Ballinameela. This was the final round of The Western Football Tournament. Well done boys and girls, you were great. We'll done to the mentors and parents for travelling each night to the blitzes.
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The team were presented with a lovely set of medals which was well deserved. UNDER 10 The final round of the Western Football is being hosted by Kilrossanty this Thursday evening with first game at 6.30 pm. We would ask parents of the players involved to make some sandwiches or cakes for this occasion as we the hosts this time around. UNDER 11 HURLING Well done to our under 11 hurlers they beat St. Oliver's in the final game of Town and Country. They won all 6 games in this league which deems them outright winners. Well done everyone and to the mentors and parents. UNDER 12 HURLING Under 12’s are playing a few games this week one away on Wednesday in Cappoquin and a home game to be fixed. CAKE SALE AND COFFEE MORNING The club is running a Cake Sale and Coffee Morning this Sunday morning at 10.30 am in St. Brigid’s Hall. We would ask in particular all parents of juvenile players to support this event. If you could make a cake or buns for the cake sale it would be appreciated. Please come along and support this Cake Sale and Coffee Morning CUL CAMPS Kilrossanty Cul Camp takes place Monday, 21st July. You can register online or by paper application form. The kits this year are County Colours. There is a change to the camp this year whereby there will be a bigger focus on skills for 11 to 13 year olds.
Kilgobinet JUNIOR FOOTBALL We play Affane on Sunday, 29th at 2 p.m. in Bushy Park. RETIREMENT The club would like to send our best wishes to Mrs. Nuala Fahy on her retirement from Coolnasmear NS. Nuala taught many a club member over the years and is held in high regard amongst them. Nuala has always been a loyal supporter of the club, sharing our highs and lows. We have called with many a cup to the school, where Nuala has always gone out of her way to make us welcome. Wishing Nuala, John and family the best of health and happiness in the years ahead. SYMPATHY The club would like extend our condolences to Owen and the Morrissey family, Kilrush on the death of Pat. May he rest in peace.
Tallow SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S PHARMACY, TALLOW TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW 23/6/’14 Numbers Drawn 2, 9, 16, 17. No Winner. Consolation Prizes: Bridie Martin, Helen Beecher, Bryan Farrell, Maureen Feeney. Promoter: Eddie Cunningham. Next Draw 30/6/’14 Corner House. Jackpot €7,000. KEN McGRATH ALL STAR CHALLENGE All roads lead to Walsh Park this Friday evening at 7.30 p.m. where a Munster selection will take on a Leinster selection in an exhibition game. It's a chance to show our appreciation for one of the greats of Waterford hurling who has given us many great days and I'm sure many GAA people from the west will make the journey.
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Sliabh Sliabh gCua/ St. St. Marys Marys 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. SUMMER OUTDOOR BOOT CAMP FITNESS TRAINING Due to the huge success of the Boot Camp in progress at the moment, another camp has now been added. Starting on Wednesday, 25th June, a 6 week event will start in Kirwan Park at 7:30. Both men and women of all ages and fitness abilities are more than welcome. €50 for the 6 weeks (1 hour every Wednesday for 6 weeks). Booking is essential. Contact Eithne on 087 1338492 or Trevor on 087 3185833 to book place or for any information. KEN McGRATH BENEFIT MATCH TICKETS Should anyone want ticket for the eagerly awaited benefit match for Waterford hero Ken McGrath, they should contact JP Fitzpatrick immediately. J.P. can be contacted on 086 1909980. The match takes place in Walsh Park on Friday, 27th June. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL FIXTURE Sliabh gCua V An Uidhir at Pairc Ui Fhearichair. This will take place at 3.30 pm on Sunday, 29th June. Let’s see your support for the team at the games. SPORTS PREDICTION QUIZ 2014 The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club prediction competition has a sole leader, Ber Burke on 32 pts. Colin O’Gorman & Ailbhe Kerwick are jointed in second position on 28 pts and Mike Hearn and last year’s winner Jack Kennedy joint third on 26 pts each. Patrick Kerwick is holding the fourth spot on 2 pts. Well done to all…. Some Statistics: - 119 people out of 440 chose Real Madrid to win the Champions league - Only 85 people chose Toulon to win the Rugby Heineken Cup If you have any queries regarding the competition, please email: secretary.stmarys.waterford@gaa.ie WATERFORD FIXTURES Waterford V Carlow Senior Football Qualifier - Dr Cullen Park Saturday next, 28th June - Throw-in 2 pm Waterford V Laois - Senior Hurling Qualifier Walsh Park - Saturday next, 28th June - Throwin 7 pm.
CLG na na Rinne Nótaí CLG Rinne TORTHAÍ LOTTO Torthaí ó 16 Meitheamh - uimhreacha ná 2,4,15,24 Ní raibh aon bhuaiteoir. €20 an duine buaite ag Eoin Mac Craith, Ciara Ní Mhanacháin, Tomás agus Áine Ó Faoláin, Éadaoin Ní Chadhla, Robert Power. Beidh €4900 sa phota óir an tseachtain seo chughainn agus déanfar an tarraingt i dTigh Uí Mhaonaigh. CLUICHÍ Níl aon socruithe go fóill faoi na cluichí iomána agus peile don chlub, de bharr peileadóirí agus iománaithe Phort Láirge le bheith ag imirt sna seachtainí atá romhainn. Guímíd gach rath ar na himreoirí ón gclub ag bheidh ag imirt le foirne Phort Láirge ag an deireadh seachtaine. Beidh na peileadóirí ag taisteal go Ceatharlach ag a 2 agus na hiománaithe sa mbaile i gcoinne Laoise ag 7pm i bPáirc an Bhreathnaigh. COMHBHRÓN Déanann club CLG na Rinne comhbhrón le muintir Mhanacháin ar bhás Niall; lena thuismitheoirí Pádraig agus Maeve, a dheartháireacha Alan agus Rory agus a dheirfiúr Síle. Bhíodh Niall ag imirt leis an gclub faoi aois. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.
Stradbally TOUR DE COPPER COAST Only a few more days to go to our Tour De Copper Coast. It takes place on Sunday next starting at the Social Centre. Registration begins at 9 am. 70 km will begin at 10am and the 40 km will begin at 11 am. €10 per cyclist for both routes. €20 per family. Lots of activities after the event in the Club where music will be provided. Food and burgers will be on offer so as nobody goes home hungry. This is a beautiful course where every cyclist will have a spectacular view of our Copper Coast. The course will be fully manned with stewards. So come early and get registered early as a large amount of cyclists will be taking part. View map of course on www.stradballygaa.com. SEAN AHEARNE SUMMER CAMP Our Summer Camp begins on Monday next, June 30th at 10 am in the GAA Field. Registration takes place from 9-15 am onwards. The Camp will have Football, Hurling, Rounders, and much more. All children will receive a Cul Camp Kit and Kit Bag. Children should bring their Hurley and
helmet and a lunch, (hurlers and helmets will be provided). Depending on the weather children should wear suncream and raingear. Any child born in 2008 or before that is eligible for the camp. The cost of the Camp is €55 1st child, €45 2nd child, and €40 for the third child from the same family. There will also be a shop. Preschool Cul Camp. For those children who are 4 or 5 years old there will be a Camp available to them from 10 am to 12 noon each day. There will be a fully qualified coaches and each child will receive a Cul Camp Kit and Kit Bag. The cost of this Camp is €40 for the week. You can only register on the morning of the camp. Any enquiries please contact Tomas Walsh. KEN McGRATH BENEFIT NIGHT As you all probably have read in local and national media by now, a committee has been formed to set up and administer “The Ken McGrath Rehabilitation Fund”. Ken, a former All Star and Waterford Hurling Legend is recovering from a serious heart operation which will involve a lengthy rehabilitation process with considerable financial implications. With that in mind, the committee, in conjunction with the GPA Past Players Advisory Board, Mount Sion, Club Déise, County Board and Former County Players, have decided to hold a benefit match on Ken’s behalf in Walsh Park on next Friday, 27th June at 7:30 pm. The match will feature a Leinster selection versus a Munster selection with a strong Waterford involvement. The Munster Team will be managed by the one and only Davy Fitzgerald, with the Leinster Team managed by the legendary Brian Cody. There will also be some cameo appearances by mystery guests on the night! Match tickets will cost €10 and will be available from designated outlets, which will be announced next week. Donations can also be made to any Permanent TSB, account number: 23053903, sort code 99 06 32. We would urge all Stradbally's supporters to support this worthy cause. LADIES NOTES U-16 A COUNTY CHAMPIONS The U16's started their season in early April and played Comeragh Rangers, Dungarvan, Na Deise in the round robin games. Three teams ended up on the same points so a draw was made, resulting in the girls having to play Comeragh Rangers away in the semi-final last Thursday night. This was a thrilling contest with fantastic performances by both teams. It was level when the full time whistle went so the girls had to play extra time. Comeragh Rangers started off the first half very well getting four points in quick succession but just before half-time a lovely movement up-field resulted in Aishling Mullaney scoring a crucial goal. What was to follow in the second half was a display of heart and determination by each and everyone of the girls. They scored 3-4 in the second half and held Comeragh Rangers scoreless. There was great joy when the final whistle went as the girls had qualified for the U16 A final against Dungarvan. There was a quick turnaround for the girls as this final was fixed for last Saturday in Dungarvan GAA grounds. Compliments must go to the team management who had the girls well refreshed and ready for this game after a tough game in extremely warm weather conditions on the Thursday night. The girls were beaten by Dungarvan earlier on in the year and knew they had a tough contest ahead of them. It was a great game of football with us starting off well getting some great scores with Chloe Fennell scoring some frees and Margaret Anne Boylan scoring a fantastic goal. The girls led at half time 1-8 to 4 points. Dungarvan came back at the girls in the first quarter but our girls never gave up and although numerous decisions went against us in the second half the girls showed what they did on Thursday night and used it to their advantage with Margaret Anne Boylan and Erika Kiely scoring some great goals with Aishling Mullaney, Chloe Fennell, Laura Cusack all adding points. The girls ran out winners on a scoreline 5-14 to 1-8. It was a great achievement for the girls winning their first A final in this grade. There was great scenes after the match with Ciara Dunphy presenting Captain Grace Heffernan with the cup. Grace thanked the team management, Dungarvan GAA grounds, the referee, Dungarvan for a great game and everyone for coming to support. I would like to thank Esther and Freddie McGuckian, Fionnuala Flynn, Pat Curran and for everyone else that helped in anyway for all the work they put in with this team. Their hard work with this fantastic group of players payed off. Team: Kailyn O'Donnell, Laura Cusack, Roisin Curran, Sarah Mullaney, Sheena McGuickian, Grace Heffernan, Roisin Dunphy, Niamh Power, Rebecca Casey, Chloe Fennell, Aishling Mullaney, Jade Queally, Rachael McGuckian, Margaret Anne Boylan, Meadbh Curran, Yazmin Power, Erica Kiely, Emily Keane, Aoife Brazil, Aishling Keane, Kate Heffernan and Megan O'Brien.
U12 Our U-12s are playing the last round of their championship on Wednesday (tonight) against Kilmac in Stradbally at 7 pm. The U-12's have being doing very well in this championship and have qualified for the next stage in this championship.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
The Kilrossanty/Bricky Rangers Under 8's and Under 10's team, which played Dungarvan at Bushy Park last week. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] U-14 Our U-14's have played two games in the past two weeks against Ballymac and Ballysaggart. They lost out to Ballymac but had a comprehensive win over Ballysaggart on Sunday evening last. They are due to play Ballysaggart again in the semi-final in the coming week. ON COUNTY DUTY Well done to the Waterford Intermediate Ladies team on their championship win over Limerick on Friday last. Grainne Costello and Amy Whelan are members of this panel. Well done girls. SPONSORED WALK The Stradbally Ladies GAA club is having a sponsored walk on Wednesday, 2nd July at 7 pm leaving the clubhouse. It would be great to see as many people coming out to support the club by taking part whether it is walking or jogging. The evenings are long and the weather is good so no excuses!! Sponsorship cards are in circulation and the girls on all teams have one so please support them.
CoisBhride Bhride Cois SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW U-8 - WEST COUNTY PLAY AND STAY U8 GO GAMES BLITZES Our Under 8 hurlers played the next two matches in the Play and Stay Go Games Blitz in Cappoquin on Monday evening. We played Lismore and Cappoquin in what were two very enjoyable games. Well done to all the team Taylor Twohig, Stephen Murphy, Aidan Murphy, Niamh Spillane, Billy Murphy, Alex Good, Jack Kiely and Joseph McDonald. Next week the Play and stay Blitz moves to Tallow for the first of two weeks of football. U-7 Our U-7 team played their first match in Tallow last Friday evening against Lismore. We had a big squad of players and all played very well. This was a very enjoyable game and thanks to the large number of supporters who came out to cheer the team on. GAA SKILLS CAMP A Lenovo GAA Skills Hub (Camogie and Hurling) for 13-15 year olds takes place in Fraher Field on July 8th-July 11th. This is a joint initiative between the GAA, Camogie Association, LGFA and the GPA which is being sponsored by Lenovo. The camp is open to boys and girls and will run from 12 noon-4 pm each day. The cost is €50, which includes a Lenovo Skills Hub jersey. Additionally, all attendees will be entered into a draw for Lenovo tablet, with one tablet for each camp. Those wishing to attend are asked to sign up online at http://lenovoskillshub.gaa.ie/. Patricia Jackman and Jamie Nagle will be coaching at the camp.
Modeligo WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP In our next game in this championship, Modeligo will play Shamrocks on this Thursday evening, June 26th at 7.30 p.m. in Knockanore. All players are asked to be at the venue no later than 6.55 p.m. please. Hopefully, the lads will build on the good win they recorded against Affane in the previous round, where they ran out convincing winners on a scoreline of 3-10 to 1-2. If possible, please
Dungarvan Camogie Photo: Dungarvan Camogie club chairperson Teresa Denmead making a presentation to Kaiesha Tobin prior to her departure for Armagh. Kaiesha was Waterford's Camogie representative in the Feile skills competition in Armagh on Saturday. She is a credit to her parents, family, mentors and team mates. Also in photo is club secretary Fiona Fitzgerald.
come along and support the lads.
Tourin TOURIN V COLLIGAN LEAGUE GAME Tourin played Colligan last Friday evening in glorious sunshine. Tourin's first score came from the stick of Tom O'Brien and their were many scores to follow from hat-trick goal scorer and captain Sean Leahy, Dan Dransfield and Daithi Wilkinson. Tourin led at the break 3-8 to 1-6 and went on to win the game on the scoreline of 5-12 to 2-16. Tourin did not have their full compliment of players Darragh Wilkinson (inj), Daniel Leahy (inj), Sean Meaney (not available) and Sean Fogarty (not available), Darragh Fives. Team/Panel: Colm Bennett, Shane Dunne, Mike Scanlan, Jack Leahy, Tom O'Brien, Niall Fives, Brian Leahy, Kevin Leahy, Donal McGrath, David O'Brien, David Leahy, Dan Dransfield, Sean Leahy (Captain), Cathal Wilkinson, Daithi Wilkinson. Subs: Brian O'Donoghue, Brendan Scanlan, Craig Dunne, Eoin Leahy, Brendan McGrath (all used).
DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW As is the usual, this draw takes place on a monthly basis, if you wish to be included contact members of the Tourin GAA committee. KEN McGRATH ALL STAR CHALLENGE Most of you are aware by now that there will be an all star challenge match on Friday, 27th June at Walsh Park (throw-in at 7.30 pm) for Ken McGrath who recently had a serious operation. It will be a Munster v Leinster challenge with Brian Cody in the Blue corner and Davy Fitzgerald in the red one. It will feature recent all stars as well as legends of the game. €10 for entry (no concessions) Children/Juveniles (U-16s) free of charge. WATERFORD V LAOIS
Waterford will play Laois in the qualifiers this Saturday night at Walsh Park. This Leinster County will be no pushover so all involved would want to be on their toes here! CONGRATS Congrats to former Tourin hurler Paudie Cronin who got married to Sinead Morrissey a few weeks backs. Every good wishes for you both in the future. CORNERSTONE CARNIVAL The sun shone throughout the weekend for the Cappoquin Cornerstone Carnival with many activities taking place. One event attracted huge publicity in aid of Breast Cancer research (a very worthy cause) and the town was awash with a sea of pink, high nellies, and other modes of transport at high noon on Saturday when the cyclists took off from the Car Park. Later on that evening there was a display of fireworks to celebrate ten years on the go. A great weekend was had by all!
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Dungarvan JOHN MEEHAN TROPHY John Meehan played a big part with the club especially with fundraising for the purchase of the clubs field. He was a valued member of the executive comittee in the eighties. His son Pa was a player, selector and outstanding Juvenile Secretary, his other son Jimo was also a great player with the club; his daughter Elenor was an outstanding Camogie player for the club; his son Chris is very much involved in the Juvenile side of the club and is absolutly wonderful with the smallies; his daughter-in-law Claire is involved with the Senior side of her club. A special thank you to all the teams who travelled to the Tournment on Saturday; Kilmacud Crokes, Dicksboro, St. Mary's, Kileagh, Midleton, Tramore and An Gaelteacht. A special thank you to the Meehan family; all the mentors, selectors, referees and umpires, all who had the fields and grounds looking so well, traffic organisers, Mary Burke for the first aid, all the parents and all the ladies who prepared the food. A fantastic final was played out between Kilmacud Crokes and Dungarvan in which our lads played themselves to a standstill and were very unlucky to come up short at the end. Well done to to all concerned. KEN McGRATH REHABILITATION FUND On Friday, 27th June a game between a Munster Selection and a Leinster selection will take place at Walsh Park at 7.30 pm in aid of this fund. Munster will be managed by Davy Fitzgerald, while Leinster will be managed by Brian Coady. Many of the great names of the past and the not so distant past will be lining out on the night to support this very worthy cause in honour of one of the all time greats of Waterford hurling. Ken at the moment, is recovering from a very serious heart operation which also involves a lenghty rehabilitation process with considerable financial implications. All contribution will be greatly appreciated while it is Ken's expressed wish that a significant portion of raised monies be presented to the Irish Heart Foundation.The club would like to wish Ken a speedy recovery to full health. Tickets will cost €10 each while children will be free. Anyone who wishes to buy a ticket for this worthy cause please contact Pat Curran (058) 42944, Tony Ryan (087)7657805. Tickets will be on sale at the club grounds every Tuesday and Thursday Evening between 8 and 9 pm. DEISE DRAW Catherine Lyons has asked me to remind all our members that the June Draw will take place on the 27th of June. ALL TICKETS AND MONIES SHOULD BE returned on Thursday 26th to Catherine (087 1334273). LOTTO The numbers drawn were 12, 14, 17, 30. No winner. Aishling Quann, c/o Jim Dee, won €100. Next week’s jackpot is €3,700. The lotto can be bought at the Ard Scoil Bingo, Lynches Green Grocers, Country store, Walshes Spar, Paddy Foleys, Hallahans Chemists, Quealys Bar, Crottys Bar, Leamybrien. This week’s Jackpot is over €3,000. CLUB STAND To celebrate the clubs 130th Anniversary in 2015 we are proposing to build a stand to commemorate past and present members. If you would like to purchase a seat which will feature the name of the person who it is dedicated to, the contacts are Chairman Tony Ryan, Secretary David Kiely, Treasurers Paddy Fitzgerald and Diarmuid Curran. There is 207 seats available. MINOR HURLING We would like to wish Derek Lyons and all the Waterford Minor hurlers all the best in their Munster Semi-Final on Wenesday (tonight) against Clare at the Fraher Field. BEST WISHES To Mary Fitzgerald who had a mishap with her hand lately. Get Well soon from all members of the club. LIDL AND CONOR LANNEN We would like to thank Lidl and Conor Lannen for all their support with the John Meehan Tournament. It is great that these two companies give such vital assistance to our Juvenile section. U14 HURLING We travelled the short distance to Leamybrien to play Kilrossanty in the 3rd round of the Hurling championship. After a long hard struggle we came out on top to record our first win in the county Championship. The plan now is to drive on from here and make a big push to qualify. Our next game is against Ballygunner on the 7th of July, while our 13s are in Lismore on the 30th June. DUNGARVAN CAMOGIE U-12 Our U-12s are continuing their games with a fine win against Abbeyside last week. This week they were due to have played Portlaw on Tuesday night. U-16 Our U-16s began their campaign with a game against Cappoquin last Tuesday night. We wish them well in their championship. CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to congratulate Kaiesha Tobin on her wonderful achievement over the weekend when she took part in the All Ireland Feile Skills Competition in Armagh. She did herself and the club very proud.
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Brickey Brickey Rangers Rangers CLUB LOTTO: There was no winner of last week’s lotto, numbers drawn were 2, 3, 17, 28. Next week’s jackpot stands at €1,750. Draw will be held in The Tudor House. Tickets €2 each available from the usual promoters and outlets. DEISE DRAW: The June draw will be held in Portlaw this Thursday night, all monies to be paid to Mary McGrath draw co-ordinator asap. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE: We played neighbours Ballinameela last weekend in the hurling league this game ended up all square at 4-13 each. Team: R. Landers, S. Keohan, D. Tobin, K. McCarthy, T. Lynch, P. Walsh, C. Shalloe, M. Barry, C. McGrath, M. Shalloe, D. Duggan, J. Morrissey, C. Morrissey, T. Tobin and C. O’Grady. Subs used: O. Casey for C. O’Grady, J. O’Donnell for S. Keohan, S. Nugent for K. McCarthy, D. O’Grady for M. Barry and J. Grant for C. Morrissey.
MINOR HURLING H.C. We play Fourmilewater in the Western M.H. championship play-off this Saturday at the Colligan Venue. The game is timed for a 2.30 start. JUNIOR & INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP: We take on Dungarvan in the JF championship this Sunday afternoon in The Fraher Field, the game is timed for a 2.00 p.m. throw-in. We then take on Ballinacourty in the third game of the Western Football campaign at the same venue with a 7.00 pm kick-off. JUVENILE NOTES UNDER 8 Training as usual at 10.30 am on Saturday morning, all welcome. If any parent wishes to help with coaching please let one of the coaches know. UNDER 8 FOOTBALL BLITZ: We played 3 matches on Wednesday last in the final night of the annual football blitz. We won 2 matches and were unlucky and much improved from previous weeks in the A final. Well done to the players, mentors and parents for participating and for attending the annual football blitz which are now being run by the group of clubs in the West for 15 years or more. PLAY & STAY: Last week was the first of 4 weeks for the annual play and stay for the Under 8'S this year Abbeyside are the host club and our teams played really good and won all their games. It is great to see so many players and parents out each week. The play and stay will continue each Tuesday night in Abbeyside for the next 3 weeks. UNDER 10 FOOTBALL WESTERN BLITZ: The final night of the Under 10 W.F. blitz takes place this Thursday night in Kilrossanty. All players to be at the venue at 6.15 pm, the first game is against Kilrossanty at 6.30 pm. UNDER 12 HURLING: We will have played away to Clashmore on Monday night and are due to play Dungarvan on Friday night, 27th in Bushy Park, the games is timed for at 7.00 pm start, all players are asked to be at the pitch for 6.30 pm UNDER 13 HURLING: We are scheduled to play Cappoquin this Thursday night in a rescheduled match at home, all players to be in Bushy Park at 6.30 pm. UNDER 16 HURLING: We will have played Cappoquin in the 1st round of the championship on Tuesday night. Results not available at present. CLUB MERCHANDISE: All club merchandise to be collected from Joanie this week, any orders not collected will be sold. CALLING ALL BRICKEY WOMEN! Experience dancercise, the most fun exercise in Bushy Park GAA Hall Wednesdays 7-8 pm. Burn 500 - 1,000 calories in an hour to chart music. Just €5 per person. For more info, call Áine: 086 0610551
Colligan Emmetts WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE, RD. 4 Tourin 5-12; Colligan Rockies 2-16. OUR Junior hurlers lost out to a lively Tourin outfit in a well contested league encounter played in glorious sunshine at Colligan on Friday evening last (June 20th). Tourin’s ability to get goals proved to be the crucial difference as their direct style of hurling yielded plenty of scores particularly in the opening half. We came more and more into proceedings in the second half as everyone upped the work rate, resulting in some fine team scores in that period. Anytime we did manage to reduce the deficit to a few points Tourin responded with a score of their own and this was a feature of the game as the visitors ran out deserving winners after an exciting contest. This was a good workout against a well drilled Intermediate side and hopefully this will stand to us going forward, we have one remaining league game against Brickey Rangers, this is due to be played on the weekend of July 13th. The team that lined out on Friday evening last was: Dean McKenna, Bryan Fraher, Alan Walsh, Ray Bannon, Peter Moloney, Mark Flynn, Mike McGrath, John Morrissey, PJ Coffey, Gavin Whelan, Stephen McGrath,
Ballyduff Upper, winners of the County Allianz Cumman Na mBunscol B Hurling Title. They beat Passage in the Final in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Ross Browne, Brian Flynn, Johnny Kiely, Ian Fraher. Subs: Tom Kiely for I. Fraher, Niall Browne for R. Bannon, John Flynn, Michael Ryan.
WESTERN JFC (PREMIER) Our Junior footballers return to action this weekend as they face Old Parish in the next round of the divisional Championship, this game goes ahead on Sunday afternoon next (June 29th) in Bushy Park, throw-in at 3:30 pm. We recorded our first win of the campaign last time out following a hard fought win over Tallow and here’s hoping the lads can keep the momentum going here. Best of luck to all involved and all support would be appreciated. The game will be preceded by the Western JFC (Premier) clash between Affane and Kilgobinet which throw’s-in at 2:00 pm. CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Quills Bar on Monday 16/06/2014, numbers drawn were 4, 11, 15 & 24. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Gillian & Aaron Whelan, James O’Shea, Neil Parks, Kathy Crotty, last Monday night’s (23/06) jackpot was worth €12,000, please see our Facebook or Twitter pages for details, thanks for your continued support. MINOR HURLING Naomh Brid Minor hurlers (assisted by St. Pats) played Brickey Rangers on Sunday morning last in the Western “B” Quarter-Final at the Abbeyside venue. After a well contested encounter the lads finished strongly to record a 6-8 to 2-9 victory. It remains to be seen when the Western semi-final will be played. The lads begin their Division 3 County-wide Championship campaign on Wednesday, July 2nd next with a home tie against Ardmore in Colligan at 7:30 pm. KEN McGRATH REHABILITATION FUND A selection of top class hurlers from both Munster and Leinster will square up against each other on Friday evening next (June 27th) in Walsh Park at 7:30 pm in aid of the Ken McGrath rehabilitation fund. Davy Fitzgerald will take charge of Munster while Brian Cody will oversee the Leinster side, tickets are still available for this worthy cause and can be got from Roger Casey (086-4003167) or Tricia Walsh (087-6642177) before Friday’s game, we’re urging as many people as possible to please support this worthy cause and give something back to a Waterford legend who gave sterling performances whilst donning the Deise colours. FIXTURE FOR COLLIGAN FIELD Please Note official notice Fixture For your Venue Iomaint Mionuir Play Off Rod Na Brici V Caislean Cuanach at An Coillegaein Saturday, 28th June 2.30 pm DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW This month’s draw will take place tomorrow evening (Thursday) in Portlaw, this was changed to allow people the opportunity to attend the Ken McGrath challenge on the Friday evening in Walsh Park. All tickets and monies should be returned to Gerry Quinlan (087-6063601) at this stage, by TOMORROW MORNING at the very latest. KELLOGG’S GAA CUL CAMP 2014 This year’s St. Pats / Naomh Brid Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp will take place in Bohadoon from Monday July 21st to Friday July 25th where boys and girls aged 6-13 will play games and learn GAA skills in a fun child-friendly environment with qualified coaches as well as a visit from some County players. Cost for one child is €55, if you book more than one child in your family to attend a camp, there is a special rate of €45 for the second child and €40 for the third and any other child. A Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp kit (including jersey, shorts and socks) and backpack in County colours are included in the cost of the camp. You can sign up on the day or register online at
www.gaa.ie/kelloggsculcamps. The Camp coordinator is Mary Fahey who can be contacted on 087 – 2813935.
Fraher Field Field Fraher
MUNSTER MINOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP All roads lead to the Fraher Field this Wednesday night when we host the Munster Minor Hurling Championship game, Waterford V Clare. A big crowd is expected, so it would be advisable to come early. Best of luck to Derek and the minor team. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers who answered Derek’s call for the painting of the seats in the stand. UPCOMING FIXTURES FOR FRAHER FIELD At the time of going to press, these are the fixtures which we have received notice of for the Fraher Field: Wednesday, 25th June at 7 p.m. Munster Minor Hurling Championship - Waterford V Clare Thursday, 26th June at 7.30 p.m. Western Minor ‘A’ hurling competition - Dungarvan V Abbeyside (extra time if necessary) Sunday, 29th June at 2 p.m. Junior Football – Intermediate attached - Dungarvan V Brickey Rangers At 3.30 p.m. Intermediate Football Championship - The Nire V Sliabh gCua At 7.00 p.m. Intermediate Football Championship - Brickey Rangers V Ballinacourty ADVERTISING Please contact Paddy Coyne on 087 9804373 or e-mail paddygcoyne@hotmail.com BOOKINGS For field bookings please contact Geraldine O’Keeffe on 087 7568493 or e-mail gercotter@hotmail.com
Geraldines INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL V BALLYDUFF We are due to play Ballyduff on Sunday evening in Cappoquin in the Intermediate Football Championship. Please check this paper for details. We played Colligan in a football challenge on Sunday evening. This was a good outing for the lads and there were some solid performances. This was the first outing of the new management team of Kieran Cotter and Steven Ronayne and we wish them all the best in their new roles. We also have to acknowledge the good work carried out by Nicky, Mike and Mikey. They put in a huge effort and their commitment to the club cannot be faulted. Now is the time for everyone to row in behind the new management team and show the effort required. CONDOLENCES The club would like to send sincere condolences to the family and friends of Siobhan Hayes who passed away recently. Siobhan is a sister of Breda Tobin, Curradaraa. Rest in Peace. GOOD LUCK AT THE IRISH OPEN Gary Hurley gave us a great day out last Friday when a large club contingent travelled to Fota Island to watch him compete in the Irish Open. On the day Gary was quite superb and sealed qualification to the weekend competition with a fifty foot putt on the last hole as the large support went wild. Things got tougher for Gary over the weekend but for those who were in attendance on Friday, they got to see some great golf and wonderful entertainment. No doubt this will be the beginning of great days for Gary. Gary’s father and caddy, Richard, must have been very proud of his son’s display. Richard played for the club for years and has always been a great supporter of the club while the Ware’s
have a long history with the club. Indeed Harold and Chalie were both claiming that Gary got the golfing gene from them! KEN McGRATH ALL-STAR CHALLENGE MATCH The Ken McGrath All-Star Challenge Match takes place Friday, 27th June at 7.30 p.m. in Walsh Park. Ken gave us many great days out during his playing career and never produced anything less than 100% in a Waterford jersey. Anyone who saw Ken play couldn’t but be inspired and now we have a chance to pay him back for the joy he gave us. Anyone with an appreciation for Waterford hurling should make their way to Walsh Park for what should be a great evening. DEISE DEVELOPMENT TICKETS The Deise Development Draw tickets can still be purchased and if you have not bought a ticket yet but would like to join the draw, contact any club member or Deise Draw Co-ordinator Donnacha Tobin at 0868533098 for details. ST OLIVER’S L.G.F.A The under 16’s played in the County Final at Dungarvan GAA field against Clashmore. St Oliver’s played with 14 and were defeated on the day. But they give it 110%. Congratulations to Clashmore on becoming County champions. This Friday training will be at the Ballinameela GAA field from 6-7 pm for all ages. Please bring your gum shields and €2. If there is anything that you would like to have included in the notes, please contact me on 087 6495845.
Ballymacarbry Ladies Ladies Football Ballymacarbry Football GILLIAN MOORE MEMORIAL MATCH The club will host the inaugural Gillian Moore Memorial Match on Sunday, July 6th, at 4.00 p.m. in the Millfield, Ballymacarbry, to acknowledge and remember Gillian's contribution as a player to the club and county at all grades over the years. Our Senior team and Cappawhite will play for a perpetual trophy donated by the Moore family. We welcome all friends of Gillian, the Moore Family and the club to come along for what is sure to be a keenly contested game of football. INTERMEDIATE MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIP Waterford got their Munster campaign of to a great start last Friday evening in Adare with a victory over Limerick on a scoreline of Waterford 212, Limerick 0-11. Club players involved were Linda Wall, Michelle McGrath (Capt.), Aileen Wall, Mairead Wall, Michelle Ryan, Karen McGrath, Louise Ryan and Lauren Guiry. They face Tipperary on Wednesday, 2nd July, in their next game. U-16 CLUB Well done to our U-16 side who won the "B" Plate final on Saturday evening last in the Fraher Field.The girls won an absolutely thrilling game on a scoreline of 3-12 to 5-3. U-14 CLUB Well done to our U-14s who have qualified for the B semi-final versus Ballyduff Upper. At this time a venue or date have not been set. Please keep an eye on Facebook or Twitter for further details. U-14 INTER- COUNTY Well done to Muireann Boyce, Ciara Ryan, and Cliona Murphy who will represent Waterford in the U-14 "B" All- Ireland. They recently beat Antrim in the All- Ireland semi-final. Details of this, the time and venue of this match will follow at a later stage. MEMBERSHIP Remember membership is now due. Prices are U-10 €20, U-12 to minor: €38, Adults €52, Non-Playing membership €30. Money can be given to Mairead Wall or Michelle O’Gorman.
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ATHLETICS
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
Hallahans Pharmacy Fit4Life Guess Your Time Running League
Some of the young athletes who competed in the recent club championships.
West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles PRESENTATION OF PRIZES On Wednesday last we finished training a little early and had the presentation of prizes for the club championship. (Full results were on last week’s notes and on the website). Our young athletes were delighted with their trophies). MUNSTER UNDER 14-19 IN CORK ON JUNE 28th & 29th The following have been entered for the Munster championships in Cork: UNDER 14 Emily O’Mahony: 75 hurd, 200m Sat. L.J. 80m Sun Danni Cunningham, Jav Sat UNDER 15 Sinead O’Brien, 800m Sun, Maura Gallagher, P.V. Sat High Jump Sun Caitriona Metcalfe, P.V Sat Aoife Lai P.V. Sat. Shot Sun Heather McCloskey, Shot Sun, Conor Coleman 1,500 Sat UNDER 16 Caoimhe Dwyer, 250 Hurdles, 800m Sun Emma Hallahan 1,500m Sat 800 Sun
Aisling O’Connor, PV Sat Micheal Power 3,000m Sat 1,500m Sun UNDER 17 Megan Dunford, PV Sat; Aoife Hamilton 800m Sat, 1500m & s/chase Sun Liam Reilly, 800m Sat, 1,500m & s/chase Sun Eoghan Flynn Shot, Jav, Sat. Discus Sun UNDER 18 Shane O’Riordan, 800m Sat, 1,500m Sun Sean Curran, 800m Sat, 1,500m Sun Yuri Kanash, PV Sat H.J. Jamie Fennell, PV Sat UNDER 19 Megan O’Connor. PV Sat. If you need transport contact Mary Ashe at training. POLE VAULTERS SELECTED ON IRISH SCHOOLS TEAM At the Tailteann Games last weekend Yuri Kanash and Megan Dunford competed on the Munster team. Yuri had another win in the pole vault to add to his Irish schools title and was again over 4m. Megan had to settle
for second on Saturday, a reversal of the All Ireland result. Both Megan and Yuri were
tances 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 on Tuesday night to the Friary College at 7.00 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. A full report of the first night will appears be in next week’s notes.
Team captain David McCarthy finishes 4th over 3,000m to help Irish team to 7th place at European Championships
Ryan McGrath, 2nd Under 14 and Ronan Mansfield 2nd Under 10 in the WWAC Club Championships.
Cara Community Games COUNTY TITLES FOR CIARA QUINN, CAOLAN MAC CRATIH, JACK O' FLIONN, MEG RYAN, EMMA HALLAHAN AND MEADHBH KIERNAN On Sunday last the Community Games county track and field event was held in the RSC Waterford. Our area, CARA (Clashmore, An Rinn/An Seanphobal and Ardmore), had great success with fantastic talent on display. All our participants who took part in heats, made it through to the final. Mossie Keogh had a great run in the boys u-8 80m. Our first gold was won by the very impressive Ciara Quinn in the girls u-8 80m. In the boys u- 80m Kevin Dower came a very strong second. Omelia Whelan was a very close second in the girls u-0 100m. Jack O'Driscoll finished very strong in the boys u-10 100m also taking silver. Darragh O'Neill run very well in the 100m u-10. Conor Moore gave all he could to finish well in the boys u-10 200m. In the girls u-10 200m, Neela Ni Rianin finished a very strong 4th. The girls u-12 100m final was very exciting as our Ella O'Neill took on the best. Ella ran a great race taking home the bronze medal. Kieran Dower finished very well in the boys u-12 100m. Laoise Keevers had a good run in the u-14 100m finishing a strong 4th. The long distance races proved difficult for some due to the heat, but not for CARA athletes. Megan Keogh ran a very competitive race, very unlucky not to win the 600m u-12, she came a well deserved second. Emma de Paor, one of the youngest com-
selected on the Irish School team for the schools international in Cardiff next weekend.
THE first round of the clubs Hallahan’s Pharmacy sponsored Fit4life Guess Your Time Running League was held in the grounds of the Friary College by kind permission last night Tuesday. The club are delighted that Hallahan’s have come on board again this year as league sponsors and speaking with Patrick Hallahan of Hallahan’s Pharmacy, Patrick says they too are delighted to be associated with the Fit4Life initiative, and he wished the best of luck to all participants. Yesterday, Tuesday was the first night of this popular league and a big crowd was expected, especially newcomers. 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 dis-
petitors in this race, also put in a fine performance. Our second gold of the day came as Caolan Mac Craith ran a fantastic race, winning at his ease in the boys u-12 600m. Our third gold medal went to Jack O Flionn who had a very impressive win the u-14 800m. Meg Ryan finished in style to win the u-16 1,500m. CARA also had success in the field events. Grainne Kiernan took silver and Neasa Keevers bronze in the u-12 ball throw. Ruairí O Floinn and Robert Quinn did very well in the u-12 long puck. Meadhbh Kiernan was our next gold medallist winning the u-14 shot putt. Hannah Hallahan jumped well in the U-14 long jump and. Emma Hallahan went home with another gold in the u-16 triple jump. Our relay teams were very impressive. The u-10 mixed relay were very unlucky not to win, they took a well rewarded second, the team was Jack O'Driscoll, Kate Keogh, Darragh O'Neill and Omelia Whelan. Our girls u-12 again took a very close second, more silverware, the team Megan Keogh, Grainne Kiernan, Neasa Keevers and Ella O'Neill. The u-14 girls Laoise Keevers, Meadhbh Kiernan, Grace Landers and Ella O'Neill ran a great race taking the bronze in third position. Well done to all who took part. The best of luck to our winners going to the national community games final in August. Many thanks to all at area and county level for making this day happen and keeping community games alive in Waterford.
Finisk Valley AC
BUSY WEEKEND FOR ATHLETES Corey Scanlan and Jack Prendergast who travelled to Tullamore last Saturday to compete in the All-Ireland U-9 and U-11 Juvenile Team and Relay Competition, both competed well in the Boys U-9 long jump and were unlucky to get to finish without the Medals. AGLISH / BALLINAMEELA COMMUNITY GAMES UPDATE Great day for our Kids in the Community at the Waterford Community Games qualifier in Waterford
RSC last Sunday. 16 athletes travelled down to compete, and everyone competed very well in their events. Corey Scanlan had a great run to finish 1st in the Boys U-8 80m sprint, Morgan Buckley also had a good run to finish 3rd in the Boys U-14 100m sprint, Aine O’Brien finished 2nd in the Shot Putt, The Boys U-14 Relay team had a great run to finished 2nd (Relay team: Morgan Buckley, Michael Fogarty, Matt McGrath and Evan Mansfield), We hope to add more to the list next year, and thanks to all who helped out to make this a success. Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Wednesday and Friday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.
ATHLETICS Ireland had a team of 45 athletes compete last weekend at the European Team Championships 1st League in Tallinn, Estonia. The Irish team were in a very strong group which included Estonia, Belarus, Greece, Norway, Romania, Portugal, Finland, Belgium, Hungary, Slovenia and Lithuania. After 2 days of competition Ireland finished seventh of 12 teams with 253.5 points matching their highest ever placing finishing achieved last year in Dublin. The competition was won by Belarus (302.5), Norway second (300) with Finland third (290.5) all three earning a promotion to the
next year's Super League. West Waterford’s David McCarthy was named as the men's team captain for the event and he ran the 3,000 meters finishing a very creditable 4th to secure very important points for his team. Ireland who fielded one of their strongest teams in recent years had several wins during the two-day competition and overall was the strongest of the 12 countries on the track. There was wins for Thomas Barr (Ferrybank AC) 400m Hurdles, Brian Gregan (Clonliffe Harriers AC) 400m, Mark English (UCD AC) 800m and Paul Robinson (St Coca’s AC) 1,500m.
Pictured before the start of the 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 was Brendan Coffey who was promoting the Pink Bra High Nellie cycle, which was held in aid of the Irish Cancer Society in Cappoquin as part of the Cornerstone Festival weekend held in the town.
Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
WEST WATERFORD AC
20th ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2014
Number 9 for Mick Concannon
Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 - Philip Harty a class apart
Philip Harty, winner of the 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5. THEY don't come much better than this, was one comment heard before the start of last Friday evenings 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 mile road race, yes indeed it was a super evening for road running and where better to be running on such a glorious evening than on the famed Dromana drive where race number 7 in the Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series of road races, which is now in its 20th season took place. The race this year was one of the events which kick started the 10th Cappoquin Cornerstone Carnival weekend in the town and the crowds were out in force making the race finish a hive of excitement and activity as all 165 runners came into the square to finish this year's race. We must also mention the great turn out of walkers who came along to this year's event from Mellery and surrounding areas to take part in the event, we hope to see them and many more take on the 5 mile challenge again next year. The overall winner this year was West Waterford's Philip Harty, and he did it with style. Philip lead a group of 4 up the village of Villerstown and past the homestead of one of Irelands greatest sports men John Treacy, this group consisted of Philip, his brother Tony, Kevin Kenneally and Tom Bennett. They were locked together still at the 1 mile mark which was timed at 5.30. The group kept in close contact through mile 2 in 11.13, shortly after the pace went to another level when Philip blew the group of 4 apart with a 5 minute mile crossing the 3 mile road marker on his own in 16.13. At mile 4 he threw in a 5.20 and it was plain sailing to the finish in Cappoquin crossing the line in 26.11. The race for the runner up spot was battled out between Kevin Kenneally and Tom Bennett who were part of the earlier 4 man pack, they both shared the pacing for much of the remainder of the race with a hairs breath between them. But on the sprint into the finish the battle for 2nd place on this occasion was to be won
by Kevin Kenneally, its unbelievably the 4th time in this year's series that Kevin has finished runner-up, so victory must surely be on the cards in the not too distant future for him. Kevin took that runnerup placing with a time of 27.39 and Tom was just 5 seconds behind after putting up a great fight to finish 3rd in 27.44. John Leahy worked his way through the field nicely to take 4th place in 28.23 and West Waterford's DCU student Damien Murphy took 5th place in 28.43. Unfortunately, for one of our early race leaders Tony Harty, an injury meant he had to cut back his pace and he eventually finished, disappointingly for him in 6th place. West Waterford AC won the two team prizes with a total of 13 runners breaking the 30 minute barrier on the night. 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 Philip Harty West Waterford AC 26.11 Kevin Kenneally West Waterford AC 27.39 Tom Bennett IND 27.44 John Leahy West Waterford AC 28.23 Damien Murphy West Waterford AC 28.43 TEAM PRIZES WEST WATERFORD AC-A Tony Harty, Tom Leahy, Anthony Flynn. WEST WATERFORD AC- B Andrew Leary, Mossie Keogh, Martin McCarthy. MARTINA O’DWYER AWARDED THE MASON FAMILY CUP The lady who is setting the road running scene alight presently, was once again unstoppable last Friday evening in Dromana. Martina O Dwyer Carrick AC brought her tally of series wins for 2014 to 5 from 7 races. Martina to date has had victories at the Butlerstown 4 miler, the Waterford to Tramore 7.5, the Touraneena
Martina O’Dwyer ladies winner of last Friday evenings 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5.
5k, the Clashmore 5 and now Dromana 5. It was really a case of yet another emphatic victory for her in a fine time of 30.55. Martina is to the fore in all Local races in the south presently and 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 Sinead Mansfield, who clocked 31.22 which on another day would be a time which could very well be fast enough to win this particular race but with the form of the Carrick lady it would take almost a course record effort to beat her. Martina becomes the 4th recipient of the Mason Family Shield which was put up by the Mason Family 4 years ago to be awarded to the female winner of the race each year, to complement the men's winner receiving the Michael C. Nagle memorial; trophy which is awarded to the overall race winner. Third on the night was Irene Clarke with a time of 35.08, Irene puts great planning into her running and is now getting just rewards running excellent times over a variation of distances this year, Sandra Prendergast is another West Waterford AC lady who is regularly among the prize winners in these races. Sandra who hails from Lismore is improving with each outing, she clinched 4th lady home with a time of 35.21, Niamh O’Donovan is taking her race times down to a very good standard now and her 36.23 posting last Friday evening was good enough for 5th Lady finisher. just like the men's race it was a 1-2 for the team awards with West Waterford AC claiming all. Well done to all the ladies. LADIES RESULTS Martina O’Dwyer Carrick AC 30.55 Sinead Mansfield West Waterford AC 31.22 Irene Clarke West Waterford AC 35.08 Sandra Prendergast West Waterford AC 35.21 Niamh O’Donovan West Waterford AC 36.23 LADIES TEAMS WEST WATERFORD AC-A Karen Ryan, Orla O’’Mahoney, Ann Dunford West Waterford AC-B Mary Dyer, Brigid Coffey, Anne Massey A SINCERE THANKS TO ALL West Waterford AC would like to thank all who contributed to the success of last Fridays 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 22nd year in succession and for their on-going support of athletics through our weekly column in The Dungarvan leader newspaper. Thanks to Colm Linda and Evan who came along to present the winner's with their
prizes. We must also take this opportunity on behalf of the club and all involved in athletics locally to wish the Nagle family all the very best with their new venture Nagles Bar on the Square Dungarvan. 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. Our thanks to Fintan and Alice Murray’s Cornerstone take-away for their help with the food for the athletes. To all the steward’s 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 Mason and family have been associated with this race for all of the 22 years and some years ago they 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 22nd annual visit to the Dromana 5 was a memorable one for all. See you all for the 23rd. SUZANA MALIKOVA MASSAGE VOUCHER WINNERS The winners of the Suzana Malikova Sports Massage vouchers for the Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 miler were: Ted O’Leary and Linda Garcia. 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. 20th ANNUAL GER WYLEY SPORTS/SKINS SUMMER SERIES 2014-REGRISTRATION NOW CLOSED. Entry to the above series closed at the Dromana race last Friday. We are delighted to announce that we have a series record of entries this year. All those that run any 6 out of the 11 races will qualify for a €30 voucher and those that run all ten will be awarded a special prize courtesy of our sponsor. Plus this year to mark the 20th year of the event we will have draw for a special prize for all those who have entered and run 6 races, this prize kindly donated by our sponsor will be well worth winning. And all for €5 now (where would you get it) run by runners for runners!
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MICK Concannon was on his “20 in 12 month's marathon” trail again Suday. This time it was the Howth marathon which consisted of 4 laps around the seaside town. Mick despite very warm condition's finished in 4.15 to record his 9th marathon completed in 2014, as he almost reaches the half way point Mick is well on target to achieve his 20 in 12 goal.
Clonmel Half Marathon Entries Open
Runner up Kevin Kenneally at the 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5 is presented with his prize by Sharon Duggan, the race was race number 7 in the 20th annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series 2014.
Woodies DIY National Junior and U-23 Championship Entries THE national juniors and U-23 track and field championships will be held in CIT Cork on Sunday, 6th July. If you would like to be entered please send your Name-Reg Number-Date of birth and event PB to Jim Fleming on 087-2891151.Your entry must be with Jim before Tuesday, 24th June.
CLONMEL Athletic Club is once again promoting the Boston Scientific Half Marathon this year's event is on Sunday, 18th August at 11.00 a.m. The Early Bird entry fee remains at €25. Entry this year is by Online or by Postal entry. The Postal Entry closes on 31st July. For all the Race details go to our Club website - www.clonmelac.com and under the Boston Scientific Half Marathon - 2013, click the Icon to gain access. Please note that the Early Bird entry Fee finished on 31st July after that it will €35. Please note that this year's race is limited to the 1st 500 entrants so the advice is enter early and avoid disappointment. Please contact Niall O’Sullivan at niallfosullivan1@eircom.net or 086-1660888 for any queries.
Highest Club Membership 22nd Annual for West Waterford AC JUST a quick reminder to you all that membership is now well and truly overdue and with so many races over the next few months only currently paid up members will feature in the team prizes. Paschal Proctor is the person to see if you want to join and the yearly fee is €25. Membership is based on the calendar year which means that all those that join will be members of the club until December 2014 and renewal will begin for everybody again in January 2015. Sharon our hard working club administrator tells me that our membership this year is the highest ever in the 20 year history of the club, so that's brilliant news for all involved.
Garmin Heart Rate Monitor Strap AN athlete at Friday evening’s Dromana 5 misplaced his Garmin Heart rate monitor strap, if found please ring 086818476, thanks.
Mooney’s Bar Ras na Rinne RACE number 8 in the 20th Annual Ger Wyley Sports/SKINS summer series will take place on Friday, July 4th when we head to Ring for the 2nd Annual Mooneys Bar Ras Na Rinne. The race will have an 8.00 p.m. start and registration will be at the Community Hall in An Rinn from 6.45 p.m. Gerry Cantwell has the ground work done for this event and we look forward to a great night in An Rinn. The top contenders of course will be vying to have their names inscribed on the famous O’Droma family shield. Seamus and Mary Rose and family are still loyal supporters of the race over its 22 year history and each and every year the runners battle it out on the sandy course of the An Coinigéar to try and have their name engraved on the now famous O’Droma family shield. Let the battle begin!
Conna 5K ST. Catherine's A.C. promote their Conna 5k again this year which is on Thursday, July 31st at 7.30 p.m.
Pictured are team winners Ann Dunford and Karen Ryan with club administrator Sharon Duggan at the presentation of prizes for the 22nd Annual Dungarvan Leader Dromana 5
Running Quote NOW bid me run, and I will strive with things impossible.
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DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net OPEN FORTNIGHT FRIDAY, 27th JUNE TO SUNDAY, 13th JULY Dungarvan Golf Club’s popular Open Fortnight tees off on Friday 27th June and continues until Sunday, 13th July. There is a magnificent line up of competitions to whet all golfers’ appetites with singles, fourball, 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 and to book online visit www.dungarvangolfclub.com . Friday, 27th June, 2014 Open 3 Person Scramble (Atec Fire and Security Group) Saturday, 28th June, 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F (Sanikleen), Open Ladies S/F (Interlude). Sunday, 29th June, 2014 Open Gents Fourball (Bolands BMW) + Presentation of Prizes. Monday, 30th June, 2014 Open Junior Golf (John Lynch) Open Mixed Foursomes (Tom Daly Catering). Tuesday, 1st July, 2014 - Open Ladies 3 Person Champagne Scramble (Rich Rags) Wednesday, 2nd July, 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F (Cliff House). Thursday, 3rd July, 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F (Arachas) Friday, 4th July, 2014 - Open 3 Person Rumble (Gleesons) Saturday, 5th July, 2014 Open Gents Singles (Topline), Open Ladies Singles S/F. Sunday, 6th July, 2014 - Open Gents Fourball. Monday, 7th July, 2014 - Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Special Value Monday. Tuesday, 8th July, 2014 Open Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Specsavers). Wednesday, 9th July, 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F (Deise Golf World, Graham Nagle). Thursday, 10th July, 2014 Open Gents Singles S/F (Irish Turfcare). Friday, 11th July, 2014 - Open Gents Singles S/F (Thomas Coffey & Son) + 9 Holes Scramble. Saturday, 12th July, 2014 Open 2 Person Rumble (GlaxoSmithKline). Sunday, 13th July, 2014 Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy (Waterford Crystal) + Presentation. 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, beautiful furnishings, or a relaxing getaway break in a luxury Irish Hotel? To be in with a chance to win these and other superb prizes, enter the Dungarvan Golf Club’s big raffle! Tickets are just €2 each and the club would be grateful of members and visitors support buying or selling tickets. Tickets are on sale in the clubhouse. Fundraising initiatives such as these are becoming an increasingly important part of the clubs revenue and your continued support is very much appreciated. The grand draw will take place on the night of the President’s Prize 17th August 2014. FANTSTIC NEW GREEN FEE RATES FOR MEMBERS OF LOCAL CLUBS Dungarvan, Gold Coast and West Waterford Golf Clubs are now offering new Green Fee rates for Members playing other
courses for only €10 Monday to Friday. The three local clubs have agreed to this rate for members of the three local courses from Monday to Friday on the production of their GUI/ILGU card. This rate does not include competitions. Normal green fee rates apply on weekends. WHAT HAPPENED IN THE CLUB THIS WEEK? Another busy and eventful week has just passed. With fantastic weather and a tenner entry fee, last Monday saw a huge entry for the Open Seniors. Open to ladies and gents the Monday Seniors is proving very popular and offers an ideal opportunity to bring a guest to enjoy our facilities. Friday night saw a welcome return of our 9 hole scramble. Lady vice captain Creina stole the show with an ace on the eighth leading to a bar bill as we celebrated her achievement. However the balloons in the bar were not for a hole in one but for a surprise party for the popular Cathie O'Mahony Whelan. Celebrating the nineteenth anniversary of her twenty-first, hubby Gerry invited her family and friends to a great night that was enjoyed by all. Despite the hangover Cathie managed to win Saturday's competition. Not to be outdone by the lady vice, on Saturday vice captain David holed a six iron for an eagle two on the fourteenth. Saturday saw our ladies Minor team in action in a third round match against East Cork at Slieve na Mon Golf Club. Led by manager Bridget Aherne the team played well but were narrowly beaten in a tight contest. Congrats to all concerned. Many of our members attended the Irish Open at Fota and the club would like to congratulate local golfer Gary Hurley on his fine showing. In other news it was great to popular member Anne Fitzgerald back on the fairways and we wish her a continued recovery. Resident Professional David Hayes is hosting a Ping Demo day on Tuesday offering a fantastic opportunity to try the latest Ping equipment. Winning Golfer of the year this year will win you an unique bonus prize. The winning Gent and Lady will receive a one year car park space. A prize not to be sneezed at on a busy day judging by the abandonment of vehicles on occasion. LADIES RESULTS Tuesday 17th - Singles sponsored by The Moorings: Winner June Hayes (26) 38 pts. 2nd Bernie Hayes (17) 38 pts. 3rd Bridget Aherne (15) 38 pts. 4th Siobhan O'Meara (19) 37 pts. 5th Kate McNamara (36) 34 pts. Saturday 21st Singles Winner Cathie Whelan (11) 39 pts. 2nd Maeve Fitzgerald (24) 39 pts. LADIES FIXTURES: Tuesday 24th - Open Singles sponsored by Daragh Connolly; Friday 27th - Open 3 Person Scramble sponsored by ATec Security Group; Saturday 28th Open Singles sponsored by Interlude. GENTS RESULTS: Monday 16th - Open Seniors Winner Rory Fitzgerald (5) Tramore 38 pts, 2nd Michael Hayes (12) Co. Tipp 37 pts, 3rd LJ Ryan (12) Co. Tipp 36 pts. Thursday 19th - Open Singles Winner Jim Moroney (14) 36 pts, 2nd Seamus Kearney (9) 36 pts.
Sunday 22nd - Monthly Medal Winner Michael O'Riordan (11) 66 nett, 2nd Willie O'Brien (9) 68 nett, Gross Kevin Stack 71, 3rd Niall Walsh (12) 68 nett. GENTS FIXTURES: Thursday 26th - Open Singles; Friday 27th - Open 3 Person Scramble sponsored by ATec Security Group; Saturday 28th Open Gents Singles sponsored by Sanikleen; Sunday 29th Open Fourball sponsored by Bolands BMW. SIXTY.COM Results: Wednesday 18th Winner Tom Phelan 18 pts; Best Lady Peg Heneberry 11 pts; Best Gent Frank Ryan 16 pts. Next Competition Wednesday, 25th at 2.00 p.m. YOUNGONES Results 18th at Water Rock, Winners Mary Phelan, Mary O'Donaghue, Ann Fitzgerald& Marianne Mulcahy 84 pts, 2nd Ina Considine, Mary Fleming, Maria Kiersey 77 pts, 3rd Emer O'Kennedy, Maeve Fitzgerald, Francis Millerick 72 pts, 4th Mary Flavahan, Creina O'Sullivan, Breda O'Sullivan 71 pts. Next Competition Wednesday, 25th at 2.45 p.m. Monday 23rd - Open Gents Seniors; Thursday 26th - Open Singles, Open Fortnight Friday, 27th June to Sunday, 13th July www.dungarvangolfclub.com for full listing of events. JUNIOR GIRLS GOLF Well done to all the girls who took part in the skills competition held during the lady captains weekend. We would like to sincerely thank our lady captain Margaret for including the Junior girls in her Captains Prize Weekend. Last Saturday six of our Junior Girls (Maisie Breen, Ciara Whelan Barett, Lia Cunningham, Ally Cunningham, Aisling Reynolds & Caoimhe Reynolds) travelled to Fota to the Irish Open. The CGI on the day provided coaching with a pro for the girls. The girls were very excited to see the likes of P. Harrington, Darren Clarke, Gmac and our very own Waterford man Gary Hurley in person and some were lucky enough to get a photo and autographs to mark the day. I would like to thank Denise Breen, Joanne Fitzgerald and Conor Barrett who travelled with the girls on the day. Our Junior Girls are entered in the Waterford Inter Clubs completion which will take place during the summer. The first round of this competition is on Thursday, 6th July at 2.00 p.m. in Faithlegg GC which consists of a 9 hole competition for the girls. Please let Niamh Reynolds know who would like to travel and transport can be arranged. Starting on Wednesday, 2nd July at 10.00 a.m. and every other Wed for the months of July and August our Junior Girls will meet for coaching/junior competition. Any new girls interested in taking up golf from the age of 6 years are very welcome to come along, equipment will be provided for new members. For our more advanced Junior girls a competition will be held on this morning, followed by prize giving in the club house. I would encourage all our Junior Girls to attend David Hayes’s coaching lessons every Saturday at 3.00 p.m. If you have any questions about the Junior Girls at Dungarvan GC please contact Niamh Reynolds by calling the Dungarvan GC office 058 43310. JUNIOR NOTES Dungarvan Golf Club is proud to present the Junior/Pre - Junior Summer Schedule for 2014. There will be a 9 Hole Competition for Pre Junior Girls and Boys on the dates below: The Super ‘7’ Major Series Date - Competition Details Sponsors Monday, 30th June - Open Singles (18 H. S/Ford) - Johnny Lynch. Wednesday, 16th July - Open
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Dungarvan Golf Club Junior Girls who took part in the CGI coaching programme at the Irish Open in Fota Island last weekend – Aisling Reynolds, Caoimhe Reynolds, Ally Cunningham, Lia Cunningham, Ciara Whelan Barrett, Maisie Breen. Also included CGI PRO Coach. Singles (18 V-Par) Knocknagranagh Shield Maurice McHugh. Friday, 18th July - Open Singles (18 H. S/Ford) - All Rounder. Wedneday, 23rd July - Open Singles (18 H. S/Ford) Captain’s Prize to Juniors - David Crowley. Wednesday, 30th July - Open Singles (18 H. S/Ford) Casey Shield - Jane Casey Florist. Wednesday, 6th August Open Singles (18 H. Nett Stroke) Juvenile Cup - Men’s Club. Wednesday, 13th August Open Singles (18 H. S/Ford)
Junior Captain’s Prize - David Sheehan. Junior Golf of the Year - Paul O’Riordan. Juvenile Entry for competitions (€4.00 Members - €5.00 Visitors) All Junior Golfers (Visitors & Members) must present a valid GUI Card to enter competitions. Handicap Limit is 36 for all competitions listed above. Pre-Junior Competition is 9 Holes open to all boys and girls. Entry €4.00 Junior Golfer of the Year is open to those members of Dungarvan Golf Club only. (Full
You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 17th June: Open Seniors, CSS 36 pts – 1st: Paul Vart (22) 37 pts Dungarvan; 2nd: Frank Egan (10) 36 pts Moote Golf Club. Friday, 20th June: Open Singles, CSS 34 pts – 1st: Johnny Burns (16) 37 pts. Saturday, 21st June: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts – 1st: Jimmy Beresford (20) 37 pts. Sunday, 22nd June: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts – 1st: Tom Moore (16) 39 pts.; 2nd: Tommy Long (13) 37 pts; Gross: Pat Power (6) 28 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 24th June: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 27th June: Open Singles. Saturday, 28th June: Intermediate and Minor Scratch Cups. Sunday, 29th June: Intermediate and Minor Scratch Cups. Tuesday, 1st July: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. DUNGARVAN, GOLD COAST AND WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUBS New Green Fee rates for Members playing other courses. €10 Monday to Friday. The three local clubs have agreed to a green fee rate of €10 for members of the three local courses from Monday to Friday on the production of their GUI/ILGU card. This rate does not include competitions. Normal green fee rates apply on weekends. INTERMEDIATE SCRATCH CUP The Intermediate Scratch Cup for players with handicaps from 12 to 18 will take place here in the Gold Coast on Saturday and Sunday next, 28th and 29th June.
Entry fee is €7 for members and €20 for Visitors. MINOR SCRATCH CUP The Minor Scratch Cup for players with handicaps from 19 and upwards will take place here in the Gold Coast on Saturday and Sunday next, 28th and 29th June. Entry fee is €7 for members and €20 for Visitors. SYMPATHY Our sympathy is extended to Tom Reynolds who’s brother, Gerry, passed away last week. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam. IRISH OPEN IN FOTA Congratulations and well done to West Waterford’s Gary Hurley on winning the amateur prize at the Irish Open. Gary qualified for the final two days, an achievement that eluded such greats as Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry. Over 20 members of the Gold Coast were involved at the Open, six of our Junior members caddied for the Pro-Am, one member was involved in the driving range and a total of 20 members were involved as marshals, all on the fourteenth hole. FOR BEGINNERS The Gold Coast will operate a trial membership for beginners starting in mid June. This membership will allow beginners to take part in a weekly coaching session and use the course midweek and after 2.00 p.m. on weekends. The trial membership lasts for a period of six weeks and costs €60. Coaching sessions cost €5 per session. After the six week period players can opt to become members of the club at a very attractive rate. Please note that this is for players who have not been members of a golf club previously. If you know anybody that you
Details on Junior Board) To enter just log on to www.dungarvangolfclub.com Or call 058 44707 Paul at 086 385 7122/Niamh at 087 679 2321 JUNIORS TUITION 3.00 P.M. EVERY SATURDAY Tuition for our beginners and Pre Juniors continues next Saturday at 3.00 p.m. under the watchful eye of Club Professional, David Hayes. Coaching is open to non members with all equipment provided. NOTES FROM THE PROSHOP Resident Professional David is
reporting a busy start to the Summer with Callaway and Cobra proving very popular. The new spikeless shoes are walking out the door and lithium batteries are well accepted. David hosted a Ping “Demo Day” on Tuesday, 24th June from 1.00 p.m. giving members and visitors an ideal opportunity to try the new Ping products. Appointments are available for “custom fitting” using the latest Trackman radar system. Check out David’s online catalogue at www.davidhayesgolf.com
think would be interested please let them know of this offer, it applies to both Ladies and Gents. MATCH-PLAYS: Willie Barron Fourball: First round matches to be played by 10th July: Tom White & Mick Cronin v Jimmy O'Dwyer & Brendan O'Brien. Tony Sheehan & Paddy Walsh v Brian O'Connor & Martin Walsh. Mick Ahern & Frank Waters v Nicky Dee & Jack Moore. JJ Henley & Liam Clancy v Lee Crotty & Austin Kiely. Kieran Cullinan & Tomas Wall v Shane Casey & Nicky Hayes. Ger Bagge & Des O'Brien v John White & Johnny Ryan. Michael Lenihan & Tom Reynolds v Tommy Long & John W Walsh. Micheal White & Gavin Flynn v Billy Power & Andy Travers. GOLD COAST CUP: Next round to be completed by 6th July. John Lynch Jnr v Michael Lenihan Ger Bagge v Kieran Cullinan Larry Whelan v Ian Pericho James Conroy v Johnny Ryan James Hayes v Michael Wall Frank Waters v John Hallinan Micheal White v Darren Williams Jimmy Beresford v Austin Kiely MICHAEL WHITE FOURSOMES The final of this competition is due to be played by 31st July and in the final Derek Power and David J Veale will play Shane Casey and Lee Crotty. LADIES NEWS RESULTS 10 Hole ongoing no 3, winner Julie Lawlor 16 pts. 10 Hole ongoing no 4, winner Deirdre Hannigan 16 pts. FIXTURES OPEN DAYS Commencing Monday 30th June and running until Thursday 3rd July we have 4 Open Days kindly sponsored by Sanikleen Ltd. Each day will be a 3 Ball Rumble. You can book on line or call 05844055. Sunday 29th June 18 Hole Club Competition. 18 Hole ongoing competition (2 cards to count) sponsored by Lynch's Greenhouse. This competition will run until Sunday 29th June.
10 Hole ongoing competition for a voucher Omni Group10 Hole competition every Thursday. Draw for partners at 2 pm. On Sunday next, 29th June Our Junior Foursomes team will travel to Youghal Golf Club to play Cork in the ILGU Inter Club Championship. Tee time 4pm. Players are asked to be at the Clubhouse at least one hour before tee off .We wish the team all the best as they represent our club. MIELA WIN FOR GOLD COAST Mary Clancy’s Miela Team continue their successful run in this year’s tournament with another win, this time against a very strong Coollattin team. It took an eagle on the 16th hole in Coollattin by Aisling Fennel to clinch the victory but it must be said that it was a great team victory overall with Esther McGuckian, Gerardine Hallinan, Helena Fitzgerald and Gillian Cashman playing in the Gold Coast and Aisling Fennell, Noireen Darcy, Mary Kiely and Karen Darcy on duty in Coollattin. LADIES MATCHPLAY The draw for the Ladies Matchplay, very kindly sponsored by Shiela Norris has taken place. Full details are posted in the Kiosk. First round matches must be played by Monday, 14th July. These matches are as follows: Josephine Fennell v Loraine Birney, winner v Gillian Cashman, Ann MCGrath v Breda Conway, winner v Mary Fenton, Rosie Murphy v Geraldine Hallinan, winner v Marie Hayes, Serena Roche v Eilo Fitzgerald, winner v Joan O’Dea, Mary O'Callaghan v Teresa Queally, winner v Bernie Morrissey, Esther McGuckian v Mary Kiely. Winner v Margaret Mulhearne. Second round matches include Ruth Hannigan v Martina Corkery and Willamina Reynolds v Kay Claassen. GOLD COAST FOURSOMES Ladies interested in taking part in the above competition can put their name on the sheet provided in the Kiosk. Draw will take place on Sunday 26th July. COACHING Coaching for Ladies will take place every Monday evening at 7.15 p.m. and will take about 45 minutes. This is for both beginners and regular players.
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West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343.E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com COMPETITION RESULTS Club Competition 18 hole stableford Saturday / Sunday, June 21st/22nd – 1st Ollie Broderick (19) 41 pts.; 2nd Patrick O’Riordan (6) 37 pts.; Gross: Eoin Conway (4) 30 pts.; 3rd Eamon Power (19) 36 pts. b9. CSS: Saturday 34 pts., Sunday 34 pts. High Handicap 9 Hole – Tuesday, 17th June: 1st Ollie Broderick (19) 23 pts.; 2nd Edward Hickey (21) 19 pts.; 3rd Michael O’Dwyer (21) 19 pts. b6. Guest: Maurice Hallahan (15) 26 pts. Al Eile Qualifier – Wednesday, 18th June: 1st Gavin Fitzgerald (11) 39 pts.; 2nd Eoin Conway (4) 35 pts. Extra Qualifiers: Hugh Coogan (18) 35 pts. b9; Gross: Pat Ford (7) 28 pts. Cork GC. CSS: 37 pts. Killeagh GAA Society Captains Prize – Saturday, 21st June: 1st Ann Rochford 37 pts.; 2nd Declan Galvin 35 pts.; 3rd Sean Treacy 35 pts.;
Margaret O'Sullivan, Lady Captain West Waterford Golf Club. [Sean Byrne]
Gross: Alan McCarthy 28 pts.; Guest: Niall Davis 35 pts. FIXTURES Tuesday, 24th June – 13 Hole High Handicap Competition. Wednesday, 25th June – Al Eile Qualifier 18 hole stableford. Saturday, 28th June – Mens 9 hole from 5.00 p.m. Saturday 28th / Sunday, 29th June – Club Competition 18 hole stableford. GARY HURLEY MAKES THE CUT IN IRISH OPEN It was the weekend when West Waterford moved to Fota. From Thursday onwards throngs of fans took to the N25, en route to support our local hero Gary Hurley playing in his first Irish Open. What a weekend we had as the Irish amateur international lined out with the pros. After opening with a fine 72, the Aglish man produced a five under par 66 to go into the weekend tied for 16th with the likes of defending champion Paul Casey on four under par. Gary raised the roof at a packed Fota Island when he holed out from 55 feet on the 9th green for his sixth birdie of the day. Mission accomplished as he became the only amateur to make the cut in a field, where many of the big names were already heading home. Saturday was not to be one of his better days, yet he managed his second eagle of the competition on the par 5 fourth, and registered birdies on the 5th, 17th and 18th holes. Gary completed his debut in the Irish Open with a very respectable 73 on Sunday morning. Thanks to the many supporters who walked the 18 holes and cheered their
Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S RESULTS & FIXTURES Sunday, 22nd June – 18 Holes Stableford Kelleher’s SuperValu Open Qualifier, sponsored by Kelleher’s SuperValu, Cappoquin: 1st Shaun Power (7) 32 pts.; 2nd Michael Burke (16) 32 pts. C.S.S. Sunday 71. Due to the Melleray GAA Classic and the Ladies Captains prize on Sunday the turn out for the mens competition was greatly reduced. Shaun Power and Micheal Burke both qualified with 32 points for the end of year play off. Tuesday 17th Bacon Results: 1st Dan Howard, Dermot O’Leary, Dom Spillane.
Thursday 19th Kelleher’s SuperValu Qualifier Results: 1st Billy Arrigan 30 pts. C.S.S. 68. FIXTURES Tuesday Bacon 24th June at 5.45 p.m. If you’re running late ring ahead to include your name for the draw. Thursday 26th Kelleher’s SuperValu Open Singles Stableford Qualifier. Friday, 27th June: Mixed teeing off at 6.30 p.m. Arrive, play and have tea and brac with a bit of craic. Friday 27th / Saturday 28th / Sunday, 29th June – Junior Intermediate Minor Scratch Cups Stroke Play Competition. Sponsored by Denn Feeds, David Hayes, East Cork Oil.
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hero through the ups and downs. It was a priviledge to have been there and we look forward to many more big days as Gary progresses in his golfing exploits. SEAMUS POWER Rounds of 68, 66, 67 and 62 at the Mimosa Hills Open saw Seamus finish tied for 5th on 17 under par. Having played in eight events this year he has finished in the top 6 each time. He has secured his place at the top of the eTour money list in what is proving to be one of his best seasons to date. CORRECTION It was stated in our notes last week that Gary Hurley was the first amateur from the club to play in the Irish Open. I was duly reminded that Seamus Power played as an amateur in the 2005 Irish Open and as a professional in 2013. I stand corrected. CLUB FOURBALL Draw for this competition now posted on notice board. Due to Gary Hurley’s participation in the Irish Open the deadline for round 1 has been extended to Sunday, 29th June. Entry Fee is due prior to playing and all matches must be completed by due date. CLUB SINGLES MATCHPLAY 2014 Draw is now posted on the notice board. OPEN WEEK 2014 Friday, 18th July – Sunday, 27th July Open week starts on Friday, 18th July, with a 3 person scramble and continues up to Sunday, 27th July. Throughout we have a varied selection of events for ladies and gents. Come along and sample the West Waterford Welcome on a course rated No. 8 in Ireland’s Hidden gems. NEW LOOK TUESDAY 13 HOLE On Tuesday last we had a record entry for our very popular 13 hole competition. Whereas this started out as a high handicap competition it has now been extended to all handicap levels. It provides
an excellent opportunity for those who fancy a sociable 13 hole competition and we extend an invitation to all who may not have participated to date, to come along and enjoy a game. Past members and guests are most welcome and if you haven’t got a playing partner you are sure to meet a member who will be delighted to join with you. Come along and see for yourself and sample the West Waterford Welcome at first hand. For full details contact 058 43216. We look forward to meeting you. AL EILE MENS OPEN Popular open mens Competition continues every Wednesday. Weekly prizes plus qualification for grand final. Ask at office for details of our loyalty bonus. Please book online or ring office 058 43216. 18th ANNUAL KILLEAGH GAA GOLF CLASSIC At West Waterford Golf Club on Thursday 10th, Friday 11th & Saturday, 12th July. This is an Open 3 Person Team Event, with Prizes for 35 Teams. Time Sheet with Ray Rochford 087 2330054. SUMMER CHALLENGE CUP Kenny Walsh hits the tonne, Colligan player has passed the 100 pts. mark from 3 scores in the Challenge Trophy for a total of 109 pts. Glen Power moves up to 2nd position with a further 33 pts. for a total of 93 pts. Fellow team mate Conor Sheridan is close behind in 3rd position. A number of players still have to get 2nd or 3rd cards in so the leaderboard at the end of June could change again. This popular event can be played any day of the week and at weekends. Please ring the office at 058 43216 for tee times. Best 3 Cards Count over the Summer. Check leaderboard on Westwaterford Face Book BARTON SHIELD Best of luck to our Barton Shield team who play in
Dundrum GC this weekend. LADY CAPTAIN’S PRIZE Best wishes to Lady Captain, Margaret O’Sullivan who hosts her Captain’s Prize this weekend. Let’s hope the heatwave continues. Good luck to all the ladies. CONDOLENCES Our sincere condolences to club member Owen Morrissey on the recent passing of his father Pat. JUNIOR NOTES Competition Results – 1st Simon Kelly (29) 43 pts.; 2nd Ciarán Power (24) 41 pts.; 3rd Sergei Quinn (16) 39 pts. Next Competition – Thursday, 26th June, at 10.00 a.m. Summer Golf Camps – Monday, 30th June, to Thursday, 3rd July. Monday 14th to Thursday, 17th July. Girls: age 6 to 12 (12.30 p.m. – 2.00 p.m.). Boys: age 5 up to 8 (2.00 p.m – 3.30 p.m.); age over 8 (3.30 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.). Early booking recommended as numbers confined to first 12 entries for each group. Contact the office at 058 43216 or Twmurphy9@gmail.com 086 352 1070 FB: (Tim Murphy Coaching). West Waterford Golf Club. Cost €25 per camp. WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB LADIES NOTES LADY CAPTAIN’S PRIZE Lady Captain Margaret O’Sullivan will host her Captain’s Prize on Friday 27th and Saturday, 28th June. To prepare us for the weekend’s golf and fun, there will be a 9 hole scramble on Wednesday 25th at 6.00 p.m., followed by the traditional draw for partners for the Captain’s Prize competition. Please put your name up on sheet in locker room before Wednesday evening, to be included in the draw. We wish all competitors the best of luck. Lady Captain Margaret O’Sullivan is a native of Dromina, a picturesque village in North Cork but she is no stranger to Dungarvan as
she received her secondary education in the Presentation Convent. Margaret is a successful business woman being the proprietor of the very popular Maria Moloney Boutique. Before returning to Dungarvan a few years ago Margaret got the travel bug and worked in Australia and Canada and on her return to Ireland took up employment with the Irish Cancer Society. Margaret came to West Waterford Golf Club on foot of having won one of the free membership draws at the ever popular Sunshine Classic and to everyone’s delight she renewed her membership. Margaret is a great club person and excellent golfer and so far this year has won a number of competitions. She has also represented West Waterford GC in the ILGU leagues on a number of occasions.
We wish Margaret a very successful and “bubbly” weekend. RESULTS 18 hole S/F Wednesday 18th or Thursday, 19th June, kindly sponsored by Helen’s Lingerie. Winner: Marie T. Curran (31) 40 pts. FIXTURES Wednesday, 25th July, at 6.00 p.m. – Lady Captain’s 9 hole scramble. Thursday, 26th June – 18 hole S/F. Friday 27th and Saturday 28th - Lady Captain’s Prize competition. CONGRATULATIONS GARY On behalf of the Lady Captain Margaret and all the ladies members we congratulate Gary Hurley on his brilliant performance in the Irish Open in Fota Island GC, and we wish him continued success for the future.
Sweepstake tickets are required with the stubs and money. The Melleray / Glen Rovers GAA Classic had a very successful outing at the weekend with over 45 teams playing. The weather was made to order which helped, as it was their first time to do this. Lismore Golf Club wish to thank the organising officers of the Classic and wish them the best of luck on the field of play for the future. The Junior Intermediate and Minor Scratch cups are being held in Lismore next week. Home Player €6 Visitor €10. The following weekend is the Albert Corcoran memorial competition. LADIES NEWS Lady Captain’s day went ahead in fabulous summer conditions on Sunday last, Captain Patricia Lonergan needed no help from the infant of Prague on this occassion. The ladies turned out in their summer attire and everyone really enjoyed the atmosphere of the day. Of course, there were a few who enjoyed it a little more than
everyone else and Laoise Ní Chonchubhair had the best time and the best score of the day bringing in a super 64 nett to finish 4 shots ahead of the rest and claim her first captains prize. Joan Cahillane took second place with a 68, that would be good enough to win on many an occasion. Fiona Howard claimed her usual gross prize with Katherine Moynihan taking 3rd, with a better 70 than Esther Hornibrook who took the 4th spot. Past Captain was Brid Henry, with category 1 going to Nora O’Sullivan, Cat 2 to Mag Morrissey and Cat 3 to Mary Cashman, with Erin O’Keeffe winning her first serious 9 hole competition. Once everyone had partaken of Bernie’s delicious menu and had a go at the putting competition (several times), Patricia presented her beautiful prizes to their worthy winners. The Lady Captain thanked everyone who participated in the day, especially all those who had helped her out in preparing for it, including her family and all her friends from Knockanore,
who turned up to celebrate her night. The winner on the day, Laoise Ní Chonchubhair also thanked all involved with the running of the club, her playing partners and the Lady Captain for her work and her beautiful prizes. A little more food was then worked off with plenty dancing on a most enjoyable evening. RESULTS Sunday 15th and Wednesday, 18th June - 18 Holes S/Ford Kindly Sponsored by Touch of Class – Youghal – 1st Sheila Denn (23) 37pts; 2nd Marie Condon (18) 34 pts B9; 3rd Katherine Moynihan (18) 34 pts. CAPTAIN’S PRIZE Lady Captain’s Prize (GOY) 18 Hole Stroke, Sunday, 22nd June, 2014 kindly presented by Mrs. Patricia Lonergan – 1st Laoise Ní Chonchubhair (33) 64 nett; 2nd Joan Cahillane (14) 68 nett; Gross Fiona Howard (5) 83 Gross; 3rd Katherine Moynihan (18) 70 nett B9; 4th Esther Hornibrook (29) 70 nett Cat 1: 4-21 Nora
O’Sullivan (16) 72 nett B9 Cat 2: 22-27 Margaret Morrissey (23) 75 nett Cat 3: 28-36 Mary Cashman (28) 72 nett Past Captain: Brid Henry (21) 76 nett 9 Hole Comp: Erin O’Keeffe FIXTURES Wednesday, 25th June 18 Hole Stableford, Members Prizes. Sunday, 29th June and Wednesday, 2nd July - 18 Holes Stroke Medal kindly sponsored by Karens Beauty Salon Cappoquin. July 1st – 31st Monthly ongoing, 9 hole stableford. July 1st – 31st Eileen Murphy Qualifier, 18 Holes S/Ford Greensomes, €6 per pair, Entry & Re-entry- H/Cap Calculation sheet is Blue competition folder in locker room. CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS The draws have been made for the Club Championships, Singles, doubles and mixed. There are a few first round games up for decision in the coming weeks. Matches are posted
up on notice boards please check the time limits on sheet and ensure your matches are played on time. DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES Desperate housewives is back on Monday nights as usual. So any lady out there who is interested in giving golf a go or would like to see if it would suit them, please come along on any Monday night at 6.30 p.m. to meet other like minded ladies and have some guidence and a laugh with a few more experienced ladies who will show you the ropes. Lessons for Lady Beginners also available on Mon nights with T. W. Murphy. SOCIAL MIXED Social mixed will continue next fri from 6.15 p.m. All men and ladies welcome, phone ahead if you are running late to be included in the draw. Hard Luck to the Intermediate Ladies who went down to a very strong East Cork team in Slieve na Mon on Saturday last, 21st June.
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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 June, 2014
SHERIDAN CUP FINAL
Better late than never Dungarvan.........................2; Johnville..............................1. NO Cup final should be left go without penning a few words about it. But apologies are the first thing on the agenda as this report should have been in two weeks ago. Dungarvan had to play this game without their excellent goalkeeper, Billy Sheehan due to holidays. Emmet Gaffney, who had a great game in the semi-final at full-back went between the posts for the Blues. He was tested after only two minutes when the Johnville’s midfielders Hurley hit a good shot from the edge of the box, that Gaffney tipped around the post. Five minutes later it was Dungarvan’s turn to test the Johnville keeper. Gavin Crotty put a good ball through for Pioter Goch and his left footed effort brought a good save from the keeper.
A few minutes later a Dungarvan corner broke to Shane Kelly, but his shot was cleared off the goal line by a Joinville defender. Dungarvan may have been favourites in this game, but Johnville didn’t come to only make-up the numbers and they created a number of good chances themselves. Johnville almost took the lead in the 34th minute. A run and shot down the right by their wide man just saved the post. In the closing minutes of the first half it took a brilliant save by the Johnville keeper to deny Shane Kelly the opening goal, when he tipped the ball around the post. Eight minutes into the second half, a great ball down the left by Tony Fitzgerald found Gavin Crotty, who cut inside and his left foot shot gave the diving keeper no chance 1-0. Johnville could have been
Gary Crotty and Dylan Swales, two Dungarvan players who were a part of the Waterford Schoolboy team.
back on level terms seconds later, but Gaffney again denied them with a good save. In the 58th minute a harmless looking free near the half-way line put the teams back on level terms, when a long range shot found the Blues’ net 1-1. Crotty was then unlucky not to put the Blues back in the lead, when his shot came back off the crossbar. David Condon then had similar bad luck when his shot came back off the post. Going into the last minute it looked as if extra time was on the cards. Then a great move again down the left saw Kelly put substitute Keith Landers through. His control and pace left the Johnville defence standing. His low left-footed shot gave the keeper no chance. 2-1, but Dungarvan had still some sterling defending to do in injury time almost conceding an O.G. in the last seconds of the game. Eventually, the final whistle blew to the relief of the Blues’ supporters. Kevin Walsh, the Dungarvan Captain was presented with the Sheridan Cup. This result was some consolation for the Dungarvan team and Management having lost out on promotion in the last game of the league. The Management team would like to thank each and every player for their effort and commitment during the season. Dungarvan: E. Gaffney; K. Walsh, T. Fitzgerald, P. Lynch; C. R. Power, S. Lannon, D. Condon; S. Kelly, P. Goch; G. Crotty, L. Hyslop. Subs: M. Shanahan, J. Burns. F. Hallahan, K. Landers.
Waterford Schoolboys’ Football League FIXTURES Wednesday, June 25th Under 14 League (Kick off 6.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-14A Ballinroad A v Villa A (Dungarvan) Carrick Utd A v Tramore A (Piltown) U-14C Villa C v Ballinroad B (De La Salle) Thursday, June 26th Under 15 League (Kick off 6.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-15A De La Salle A v Villa A (Ferrybank) Carrick Utd A v Bohemians A (Portlaw) U-15B Tramore B v Portlaw Utd (Park Rangers) Dungarvan Utd B v Stradbally (Ballinroad) Ferrybank B v Villa B (Southend) Saturday, June 28th Under 15 League (Kick off 11.00 a.m. unless otherwise stated) U-15A Villa A v Ballinroad A (Kilmacow) 10.30 a.m. Dungarvan v Carrick Utd (Ballinroad) U-15B Villa B v Ballyduff (Bohemians) at 12.30 p.m. Stradbally v Tramore B (Kilmacthomas) Portlaw Utd v Villa C (Carrick Utd)
Sunday, June 29th Under 14A Cup Final - The Pen & Brush Cup (Kick off 11.00 a.m. unless otherwise stated) Villa A v Tramore A (WSFL)
RESULTS Monday, June 16th Under 11 League U-11E Tramore C 4; Waterford Crystal 1 Seaview Celtic B 1; Ballinroad C 5 St. Saviours 4; Carrick Utd C 3 Thursday, June 19th Under 11 League U-11E Tramore C 3 Villa E 2 Ferrybank C 4; Waterford Crystal 0 Seaview Celtic B 3; Bohemians C 5 Thursday, June 19th Under 15 League U-15B Dungarvan Utd B 1; Kilmacow 1. Stradbally 2; Villa C 7 Portlaw Utd 0; Villa B 1 Saturday June 21st Under 12C Cup Final - The Joe Delaney Cup Ballyduff 4; Ferrybank B 3 AET Saturday June 21st Under 14B Cup Final - The Tom Conway Cup Southend Utd 1; Villa B 2 Saturday June 21st Under 15 League U-15B Kilmacow 3; Park Rangers 0.
Dungarvan United 1972 Double Winning Team
Dungarvan United FC PAT MORRISSEY Word filtered through the club on Tuesday morning of the untimely passing of who could only be described as one of Dungarvan’s finest soccer players in his day. Pat, better known as “Morr” played for Dungarvan United for many years being a part of many successful teams and part of a few that cannot go without a mention: the Youth team of 1969, the 1972 double winning team and many more up to and including munster senior league. If present day scouting systems were in place, then “Morr” may have had a chance at a professional career. “Morr” wore the number 10 shirt with pride. He was an Aston Villa supporter all his life and was a hugly popular player with everyone who played with him and knew him. A player with exceptional skills and great pace he certainly was Dungarvan United’s own George Best. Such was his popularity his ex team mates travelled from far and near for the removal of his remains. Everyone involved with Dungarvan United would like to extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Jacinta; children Eoin and Claire; grandchildren, brothers Michael and Eamonn and sister Eleanor. Pat will be a great loss and at such a young age a real tragedy.
KENNEDY CUP Dungarvan united along with the U15 team, managers and coaches were very proud to have two of our U15’s boys Gary Crotty and Dylan Swales as a part of the Waterford Schoolboy team under manager Tom Browne. They made it to the final of the Kennedy Cup in UL on Friday last but unfortuntly they lost out to DDSL in injury time. Well done to everyone involved with the team. Two stars to watch for the future, best of luck boys. CLUB HOUSE/ASTRO RENTAL We can offer you the use of the club house with astro turf, also why not consider the club house with full bar facilities for any special occasion be it a birthday party, christening. Why not give us call for more information, further details from John on 087 0607226 ACDEMY NEWS DECLAN BARRON ARDMORE ACADEMY CUP It was another beautiful day for our young boys to make yet another trip away to Ardmore on Saturday, for the Declan Barron academy cup. Once again our boys and girls turned out in abundance with teams in each of the U-7, U-8, U-9 & U-10 groups and they all played with pride in the blue jersey. All our teams reached the latter stages of the tournament with U-7 reaching a final
against Lismore and U-8 up with Corkbeg both conceded defeat but it was a great experience for all the younger players. Later in the day with games, won, lost and drawn, penalties and nail biting moments the U10 and U-9 cups were still up for grabs with Dungarvan teams progressing to the final in each group. U-10s put on a stirling performance but lost out to a very strong Lismore team. U-9s took on Youghal and boy did they give us a run for our money. Great game of football, with a 2-1 lead for us, supporters were willing the whistle to blow. A 3rd Dungarvan goal sealed the deal and the cup came home to Kilrush Park. As always our players were a credit to the coaches and their parents for their heart and effort that was portrayed in energy sapping conditions. A special thanks to all at Ardmore for the invitation to play. Thanks to the parents who travelled, coaches John Byrne, Colin, Bobo, Billy, Pat, Ken, Steve, Major & John Collins with a special mention to Peter Goch, Chris O’Donnell, Billy Sheehan & Tom Wright for stepping in and assisting on the day. SUMMER CAMP Our summer camp will take place Monday 14th Friday 18th July from 10 am2 pm daily. Non members €45/€40 for additional siblings.
Members €40/€35 for additional siblings. Bookings have started to come in so call or text 086 886 5829 to avoid disapointment. ACADEMY TIMES: Boy’s Academy 20062007 1 pm to 2.15 pm, 20042005 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm Parents please be aware that all children must be accompanied to training by an adult, each child must wear shin guards, bring a non fizzy drink and two euro. Contact 086 3053109 for any further assistance. CLUB GEAR We would encourage everyone to wear club gear where possible, Ken is available at Academy times each Saturday if you want to discuss anything with him, an easy payment option is also available. The shop has an ongoing Special Offer which includes a Dungarvan United Kit (top, shorts, socks) Dungarvan Utd hooded Rain Jacket and crested Dungarvan Utd umbro hat all for €65 kids, €70 adults, to order anything at the moment please call (087) 632 6611. LOTTO DRAW We had no Jackpot winner this week. Numbers drawn were 35, 13, 26. €100 winner Maurice Condon. Next week’s Jackpot €3,400. If you would like to take part in our weekly lotto please contact any committee member or call to the club house on a Saturday from 2.00 p.m.
Pictured above is a very different game of soccer than we normally see in Kilrush Park. A big hit with friends before they head out on a night out or on stags, birthdays etc. It was interesting to say the least. If anyone wants any information on this or are brave enough to try, give David a call on 087-6896983 or davidwalsh1@hotmail.com
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Cappoquin women set standards at Cork City Regatta
Kilmacthomas Under 11 Cup winning team that beat Ferrybank 2-1 in the final played at Ozier Park recently.
Manchester United Supporters Club - Waterford Branch Winners of the Women's Club 2 Coxed Quad Event – Back Row: Lisa Murphy and Kiera McLaughlin. Front Row: Emer O'Boyle, Tara Barry-McLaughlin and Ciara Hennessy. MEMBERS of Cappoquin Rowing Club made the short journey to Innishcarra, Co. Cork weekend last for this year’s Cork City Regatta. The event was held over 2 days and had over 600 crews and scullers rowing. This was the final Grand league regatta of the season where wins are allocated to the fastest boats in a particular event. Rowing conditions were near perfect with a slight headwind picking up from time to time. On Saturday, first out on the water for division 2 of the women’s club 2 coxed quad was Ciara Hennessy (stroke), Kiera McLaughlin, Lisa Murphy, Emer O’Boyle (box) and Tara Barry-McLaughlin (cox). The girls got off to a nice clean, sharp start putting them out in second place short of Lee Rowing Club from start to finish and qualifying for a place in the A final. The girls rowed well in the final of division 2 of the women’s coxed quad and went on to win the women’s club 2 event by finishing the 2000m course in the fastest time of 8:20. Shortly after, Shane Ahearne was out on the water to compete in division 1 of the
men’s club 1 single sculls event. This was Shane’s first time rowing division 1 and was up against advanced and tough competition. Shane got off to a great start, coming off the stake boats in first place for 1000m, but unfortunately got pipped towards the end of the race by a Carlow sculler. Shane performed well out on the water and qualified for the C final. Last race of the day was division 2 of the women’s club 2 double sculls event. Competing together in this event was Lisa Murphy and Kiera McLaughlin (bow). The girls had a very comfortable row in their heat, leading the race, finishing in first place by 16 lengths and qualifying for a place in the A final. Lisa and Kiera were back out on the water for the final of division 2, women’s club 2 double sculls event. It was a long and tiring day for the pair as this was their fourth time rowing 2000m in one day. They showed spectators an outstanding performance out on the water and comfortably finished in first place, and winning the women’s club 2 event, with the fastest time of 8:35. On Sunday, Shane Ahearne was back out on the water competing in division 1 of the
men’s junior 18B single sculls event. Shane came first in his heat and qualified for the A final. It was a straight final for Julius Ballegaard who competed in the men’s junior 15 single sculls event. Julius had a very comfortable row and finished the 1000m course in third place. In the afternoon, Lisa Murphy was back out on the water to compete in division 2 of the women’s junior 16 single sculls event and came 6th in the B final. Kiera McLaughlin was out next to compete in division 2 of the women’s junior 18B single sculls event and finished in 5th place. Well done to all our members that competed on the weekend. Outstanding performance had by all. All members are improving day by day. Keep up the good work. Next weekend, is another busy time for Cappoquin Rowing Club. We will be travelling to Castleconnell, Co. Limerick next Saturday and to Fermoy, Co. Cork next Sunday. Cappoquin Rowing Club will be holding a fun day regatta on Saturday, July 26th at 3 pm out by the rock. Everyone is welcome to come along.
WLRfm Causeway Tennis Club Senior Open Week 2014 Men’s Singles Grade 4. LR: Lena Murphy, WLR; Jamie Commins, Castleview Tennis Club runner-up; Peter Finnegan, Causeway Tennis Club [Pat Crowley] winner; Ger Kelly, President Causeway Tennis Club.
OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP This is the last time we will be printing the different options on how to join the "OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP IN OLD TRAFFORD," to apply for your membership card to be made LIVE. For your relevant match you must first of all be in possession of an OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP (the reason for this is there are no longer paper tickets to matches your membership card acts as your "access card/match ticket, to gain entry at the turnstile).To join you can either 1 Ring the Old Trafford switchboard on 0044 161 868 8000 and wait for the operator who will redirect you to ticketing and membership/official membership. 2 Go to manutd.com click on the "Official membership" icon and follow the instructions 3 Contact the secretary on 087 1940089 and your membership can be processed through the secretary via the prepaid card, the branch use. It cannot be stressed how easy than
the options above are on how to join and the Official membership is a must to apply for any match through our branch. WATERFORD BRANCH MEMBERSHIP Not to be confused with the OFFICIAL MEMBERSHIP the Watterford branch subscriptions are kept separate and at €10 per adult and €5 per junior (u-16) we are the cheapest branch in the world affiliated to MANCHESTER UNITED. In recent seasons some members have thought that becoming an Official member makes you automatically a Waterford branch member, this is not the case and applications will only be clarified once this subscription has been paid.NO EXCEPTIONS ! NEW SEASON FIXTURES OUT The new season's fixtures were out last wednesday and here are the ALL important HOME fixtures (ALL PROVISIONAL), so if flights are in your head be mindful of the added obstacle of no european football strengthening the possibil-
ity of MONDAY NIGHT matches!!! August 2014 - 16th Swansea September 2014 - 13th QPR and West Ham 27th October 2014 - 4th Everton, Chelsea 25th November 2014 - 8th Crystal Palace December 2014 - 2nd Stoke,13th Liverpool, 26th Newcastle January 2015 - 10th Southhampton, 31st Leicester February 2015 - 7th Burnley, 28th Sunderland March 2015 - 14th Spurs April 2015 - 4th Aston Villa, 11th Man City May 2015 - 2nd West Brom and Arsenal 16th It will be decided which match will be our group match. Looking like Burnley close to the Munich anniversary in Feb. All matches are available for application once the above memberships are clarified.
West Waterford Pony Club Fun Day held in Castlemartyr
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2014 Irish Fastest Person on Grass Weekend THIS weekend June 28th and 29th, will see the return of Autograss Racing to Ballysaggart, Lismore, after a longer than planned break. But what an event there is on the return, with the running of one of the most sought after titles in Autograss, the “Irish Fastest Person on Grass” and this coupled together with it also being Round 2 of the All-Ireland Autograss Series and a round of West Waterford’s “Driver of the Year Championship” should ensure a massive weekend, with loads of fast and furious racing and almost a guaranteed amount of thrills and spills. Weekends like this would not be possible without our sponsors and the club is very grateful and delighted that our 2 main sponsors; Lismore House Hotel in Lismore and
Mary Stokes presenting a category prize for the Dungarvan Triathlon to Paul Twomey and Bryan Hallissey (Tried &Tested TC). [DC Images]
Dungarvan Triathlon 2014 THREE more sleeps!! The excitement is building and after months of hard work and planning, the culmination of our efforts to organise the first DUNGARVAN TRIATHLON run by local club Tried & Tested Tri Club will take place on Clonea Beach on Saturday, June 28th at 10.00am. Final preparations are being made by the hard-working Race Committee under the leadership of Race Director Dave Campbell. The current spell of good weather is fantastic for sea training, and it’s great to see so many people availing of the opportunity to do so. The Race Briefing has been sent to all competitors and it is essential that everyone reads this carefully and takes note of all safety instructions and details contained therein. If you do not have a Triathlon Ireland Race License, please remember you must purchase a One Day License by 12pm on Thursday, June 26th. NO LICENSE NO RACE. The safety of all competitors is paramount and we will have ca. 85 marshals on the course for the duration, including safety kayakers, RNLI personnel, lifeguards, motor bike marshals, Gardai, Tried & Tested Club members, family and friends. We are very grateful to all our mar-
shals for helping out, for without their help, we would not be able to run the event. We are very grateful to many local businesses who have come on board to support us by donating to the goody bags, finish line refreshments and prizes, and thank them all most sincerely for their assistance. We would also like to thank the Clonea Strand Hotel, Dan Casey and Ivor Gordon for allowing us to use their facilities for race registration, transition, parking and the race finishing area at Clonea. We will have a substantial local participation on the day, so please do come to Clonea to support the competitors. There will be quite a competition at the top end of the field with some of Munster’s finest Triathletes in the mix, along with many first-timers whose goal is to finish and enjoy their first Triathlon experience. We hope that everyone enjoys the race and wish all competitors, especially our 42 new club members, most of whom have never done a Triathlon before, the very best of luck. Come lunch time on Saturday, you’ll be able to call yourself a Triathlete! The after-party will take place in The Moorings at 7.30pm and is kindly sponsored by Marie Quinn, who has also sponsored the race itself. HOOK OR BY CROOK TRIATHLON, DUNMORE EAST Last Saturday we had 26 competitors in Dunmore East for
Pearse Moloney (Allrounder Sports) presenting Category prizes for the Dungarvan Triathlon to Bryan Hallissey (T&T). [DC Images]
Waterford Tri Club’s annual ‘Hook or by Crook’ Sprint Triathlon. Our neighbours in Waterford were blessed with perfect water conditions for the 750m swim, which was run in two waves, males under 40 in one and everyone else in the second. With over 400 competitors and a narrow beach start, there was plenty of jostling in the water, with one of our first-timers likening it to a football match. The cycle was tough as it was straight into a headwind on a hilly course, and that wasn’t the last of the hills, as the run route took us uphill for nearly 2km before the course levelled out, with a final sting in another uphill burst to the finish line. The 7km run in this event makes it just a bit more difficult than most. Of the 26 members who competed, Michael Moloney was first to finish in 14th place in a time of 1:18:18, followed by Paudie Healy in 1:28:26 and Patrick Lannen in 1:29:31. We had three first-time triathletes in the bunch, who all had a great race, so well done to Peter Malachowski, Tomas Mahony and Patrick Hallahan. Paul Brunnock competed in his first Sprint Triathlon, so finishing an event in 1:36:32 must have been a novel experience for the man who most weekends is running marathons, if not ultra marathons. The training over the past few months is paying off as everyone beat their times from 2013; worthy of mention is Paul Dee Carter who knocked a massive 11 minutes off his time and Liz Callaghan who knocked nearly 7 minutes off her time. Well done all. Many thanks to all who came to Dunmore East to support us, the encouragement was fanatastic. We will return the cheers next week. MONKSTOWN TRIATHLON, CORK While most of the gang headed east to Dunmore, Elaine O’Grady went the opposite direction to Monkstown in Cork, opting for the event with the shorter run route as injury prevents her from much running at all. Elaine had a super swim and was first lady out of the water in 13:39. She walked most of the run route, finishing in a time of 1:32:04. CLUB WEB-SITE For all information on club training, events, benefits of membership etc please check out our website www.dungarvantri.com. If you’re interested in getting involved in Triathlon, please contact us via the website or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TriedTestedDungarvan
Avondhu Motor factors in Fermoy have returned for another year. This sponsorship allows the club to not only run events like this but also continue to improve our venue in Ballysaggart. Since our last race meeting the club has undertaken a major project on the track, in an effort to ensure that it will remain one of the top Autograss tracks and we will be looking forward to see how it goes at the weekend, when there will be over a 100 races taking place on it, with drivers from all the other Irish clubs; Carlow, Cork, Mallow and north of the Border, Down and Causeway. Plus with top visiting Drivers from the UK. Racing on both days will get underway at 11 am sharp and for those racing there will be scrutiny on Friday evening
and Saturday morning up until 10.00 a.m. As usual there are full facilities on site, toilets, PA, catering, first aid, etc., and also some extra entertainment for all throughout each day and also on the Saturday evening. As this was written in the past week or so check out www.facebook.com/ wwautograss or www.facebook. com/events/662059133864045 for full details. The info on these links will continue to be updated right up till Friday evening with everything that’s happening at the weekend with regards to racing, side shows, entertainment, etc. Also more info can be had by contacting Eamonn on 0876811330 or email sheehy.eamonn@gmail.com
Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club JUVENILES COMPETITIONS Juvenile Competitions will commence on Sunday, 29th June, at 12 noon. All members are welcome to play, this will also be great practice for the Munster Schools Competition. MUNSTER SCHOOLS COMPETITION The Cunnigar Pitch and Putt Club are hosting the Finals of the Munster Schools Competition. If you would like to represent your school in this competition contact Corinne McGee for more details. MUNSTER STROKEPLAY QUALIFIERS Aiden Ryan qualified on Sunday for the Munster Gents Strokeplay Finals to be held in Douglas on the 13th July and we wish him the best of luck on the day.
WEDNESDAY GAME Names to be in by 10.00 a.m. tee off at 10.30 a.m. Nett 0-9: Stella Kinsella; Gross 09: Lorraine Troy; Nett 10-18: Marion Burke; Gross 10-18: Eileen McCarthy. THURSDAY GAME Thursday games are now on, names to be in by 6.00 p.m. and tee off at 6.30 p.m. This week’s winners are – Nett: Cait Mulcahy, Marie Forde; Gross: Maureen Power, Liam Simms. HOLE IN ONE This year we are having a prize for the most hole in ones during the season. These must be in a club competition at the Cunnigar Pitch and Putt and cards must be verified by the tournament committee. To date Patsy Hackett and Paddy Noonan, John Carroll, Michael Havens, Liam
Simms (2) and Richard O'Leary have each got one in competition. Ladies to date are Breda O'Donnell and Sadie Ui Mhiachain, Margaret Shanahan, Breda Foley. BONUS NUMBER Bonus number this week is 21, Oliviere Walsh was the lucky winner this week. Now that the Club is open, if anyone has an hour or two to spare to give a hand helping on the course, you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW The Club Rules are as follows: • I understand that my membership may be reviewed at any time. • I agree to respect the course and equipment at all times. • I agree to comply with the rules of the Club.
• I agree to be bound by the rules of the Pitch and Putt Union of Ireland. 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. MEMBERSHIP FEES Membership fees are now due and can be given to any committee member. Family €150; Adult €80; Over 60 €50; Juvenile €45; Life members €30. GREEN FEES We are now open for green fees. Opening times are 10.00 a.m. ‘til 6.00 p.m. Club Jumpers, T Shirts and Caps are for sale in the Clubhouse.
An Rás thanks Carrick-on Suir for superb support IT wasn’t long ago that the pelathon worked their way through the roads of Waterford and Tipperary for the sixth stage finish of the An Post Rás and race organiser Tony Campbell has delivered a message of “thanks” to the Waterford and Tipperary locals for the overwhelming support that the riders received along the route. “The support that the race received in Waterford and Tipperary was nothing short of phenomenal. Despite the rain, hundreds of people turned out to roar on the riders as they made their way
up Seskin Hill and the riders were raving about the support afterwards. I’d just like to thank the locals and all the organisers and volunteers for doing such a wonderful job. They really made it an incredible sixth stage finish.” Markus Eibegger (Azerbaijan Synergy Baku) was the first to get over the ascent and cross the line and the Austrian rider was full of praise for the crowds that came out to support the riders. “It was pouring rain but still the locals were out cheering
us on every step of the way. I couldn’t believe it. It gave me such a boost to hear those cheers when every part of my body was screaming with pain trying to get up Seskin Hill. It was incredible, I’ll never forget it.” After eight gruelling days in the saddle it was the shy, unassuming Austrian rider, Clemens Fankhauser (Austria Tirol Cycling) who wore the coveted yellow jersey, becoming the 2014 An Post Rás Champion. Fankhauser acknowledged the victory as the best day in his cycling career.
“It’s an incredible feeling to be crowned the An Post Rás champion. It’s been a very hard eight days but it’s something that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life. The Irish people have been so nice to me and my team mates and it’s been a real adventure. The atmosphere in each of the towns was amazing. I have raced all over the world but I don’t think anything compares to the passion the Irish fans have for this race. I really am honoured to be the champion.”
Féile na nGael 2014 Gold medal for Michael Kiely, Silver medals for Friary/Abbeyside, Semi-Final place for St. Augustine's College . . . A great weekend for our two teams at the weekend Féile na nGael competition. Ulster hosted Féile na Ngael this year, 120 hurling and camogie and 20 handball clubs gathered in Armagh on Friday evening for the opening ceremony for Féile 2014. The handball competition for our two clubs started at 10.00 a.m. in Saval, Co. Down. Both of our teams reached the Semi-Finals after a hard few games. Semi-finals – Abbeyside played
St. Augustine's College and St. Mary's of Wexford played Leixlip of Kildare. Abbeyside and St. Mary's reached the final and played on Sunday morning. St. Mary's were the stronger team and were very good winners. Michael Kiely won the Skills Title and brought the gold medal and title back to our Club for the sixth time in our short history. Congratulations to Michael and to the Friary/Abbeyside and Ballinacourty in winning the silver.
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Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Naas – Wednesday 25th June (First Race 6:00) Tipperary – Thursday 26th June (First Race 6:00) Curragh – Friday 27th June (First Race 5:35) Curragh – Saturday 28th June (First
Race 3:10) Curragh – Sunday 29th June (First Race 2:15) Gowran Park – Tuesday 1st July (First Race 5:50) Fairyhouse – Wednesday 2nd July (First Race 6:00)
Lyons doubles up at Gowran Park GER Lyons has his team in excellent form and he took centre stage at Gowran Park on Sunday by teaming up with his in-form stable jockey Colin Keane to complete a double. He opened his account in the Family Fun Day Fillies Maiden by saddling Adroit to run
out the authoritative 1¾ lengths victor. The Lyons/Keane brace was secured in the Best Of Luck Kilkenny Hurlers Handicap with Toccata Blue grinding out a ½-length success in what was a hotly-contested handicap.
Wexford Town takes Ulster Derby THE Magners Ulster Derby is the highlight of the flat season at Down Royal and last Saturday’s renewal produced a thrilling finish with the Jim Bolger-trained Wexford Town coming from
an impossible possible to prevail. Ridden by Kevin Manning, the son of Teofilo arrived late and fast to score by a head. The other valuable handicap on the card was the
European Breeders Fund Coolmore Stud Ulster Oaks and it saw the Dermot Weld-trained Vintage Nouveau run out the comfortable two lengths victor under Pat Smullen.
Wannabe Better and Wayne Lordan win the Ballycorus Stakes (Group 3) Leopardstown.
Wannabe Better in charge at Leopardstown THE Group 3 Ballycorus Stakes was the feature race at Leopardstown on Thursday and it produced an exciting finish with the Tommy Stack-trained Wannabe Better coming out on top. The four-year-old was delivered with a well-timed challenge by Wayne Lordan
Aidan O’Brien Mark Walsh in double form at Gowran Park stars at Limerick
MARK Walsh took centre stage at Gowran Park on Saturday, completing a double that included the featured Ladbrokes Jack Duggan Memorial Handicap Hurdle on the Martin Brassil-trained Celestial Prospect. Walsh gave the six-year-old a patient ride
and delivered him to lead on the run-in, just holding on by a head. Walsh had already opened his account in the Goresbridge Maiden Hurdle, riding the Gordon Elliotttrained Riverside City to a hard-fought ½-length victory.
O’Briens erupt into form at Royal Ascot AIDAN and Joseph O’Brien had endured frustrating blanks on the first two days of Royal Ascot, but they burst into form on Thursday by combining for an exceptional double including a race for the ages with Leading Light in the featured Group 1 Gold Cup. The 10/11 favourite looked in trouble early in the straight as an Irish fairytale looked to be playing out with the Mick
Winters-trained Missunited making a bold bid from the front, but Leading Light battled on gamely to lead close home and prevail by a neck from Estimate who was bidding to gain her second consecutive win in the race for the Queen, with the gallant Missunited a short-head back in third. That completed the O’Brien doubles, as they had already teamed up with Bracelet to win the Group 2 Ribblesdale Stakes.
Leading Light (Joseph O'Brien) wins the Ascot Gold Cup from Estimate and Missunited.
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CHAMPION Trainer Aidan O’Brien was the man to follow on Friday evening’s card at Limerick, completing a double in the two most valuable races on offer. He opened his account in the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden with his Toscanelli recording an easy 2¾ lengths success under Seamie Heffernan. His double was secured in the concluding Derek Ryan 24th July Race with his daughter Sarah O’Brien-trained Marchese Marconi to an authoritative three lengths victory.
to lead home and prevail by ½-length. The pick of the remainder of the action was the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden and it saw the Aidan O’Brien-trained Battle Of Marathon that ran out the impressive 2¾ lengths winner under Colm
O’Donoghue. The John Kiely trained Saint Gervais patiently ridden by Derek O’Connor won the amateur riders’ maiden by 31⁄2 lengths for owner Victor Stroud. The 9 year old will continue racing during the Summer.
Irish equal record on memorable final day at Royal Ascot IRISH-TRAINED horses finished Royal Ascot with a real flourish on Saturday, securing two memorable winners that equalled the previous record of eight Irish-trained winners at the meeting. Trainer Eddie Lynam put the cherry on what was a remarkable week for him by sad-
dling Slade Power to win the Group 1 Diamond Jubilee Stakes under Wayne Lordan, which was Lynam’s third winner of the week from just four runners. The second Irish success came courtesy of the Willie Mullins-trained Pique Sous in the Queen Alexandra Stakes under Ryan Moore.
Fisher Bridge takes Down Royal feature THE Noel Meade-trained Fisher Bridge is an old favourite of many and he gained his first win over jumps since October 2010 by bolting up in the feature race on Friday evening’s card at Down Royal, the Live The Dream With Tote Galway Plate Trial Handicap Chase. Ridden by Paul Carberry, the 11year-old travelled powerfully prior to hitting
the front two out and recording an easy six lengths victory. The best of the rest came in the concluding Quilter Cheviot INH Flat Race with the Willie Mullins-trained Morning Run defending her unbeaten record by recording an authoritative 2¾ lengths victory under Patrick Mullins.
Smullen completes an Irish double PAT Smullen was the common denominator on what was an excellent day for Irish-trained horses at Royal Ascot, with him riding an opening race double. He got
off the mark in the Group 3 Jersey Stakes, riding the Dermot Weld-trained Mustajeeb to an authoritative length victory. Smullen landed his second winner of
the day in the Group 2 Queen Mary Stakes, giving Eddie Lynam his second winner of the week by riding Anthem Alexander to a gritty neck success.
Ohh LaLa impresses Sole Power Controversy at Sligo does it again at at Wexford
THE opening Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Median Auction Maiden was the most valuable contest on Tuesday evening’s card at Sligo and it was the Willie McCreerytrained Ohh Lala that took the spoils. Ridden by Leigh Roche, the daughter of Clodovil powered away inside the final furlong to score by 2¼ lengths. The most impressive performance on the remainder of the card came in the Irish Stallion Farms European Breeders Fund Maiden with the John Oxxtrained Tarziyna bolting up by six lengths under Declan McDonogh.
Royal Ascot THE Eddie Lynam-trained Sole Power was one of the Irish-trained stars of Royal Ascot in 2013 and the remarkable seven-yearold did it again on Tuesday, gaining his second consecutive win in the Group 1 King’s Stand Stakes. Given a supremelyconfident ride by Richard Hughes, Sole Power swept to the front well
inside the final furlong and prevailed by 1¼ lengths, gaining what was the third Group 1 victory of his career. There was another Irish winner later on the card, as Charles Byrnes made his first-ever runner at the Royal meeting a winning one as he saddled Domination to win the Ascot Stakes under Fran Berry.
THERE was major controversy at Wexford on Wednesday as the stewards had to intervene to change the result of the Wellingtonbridge Novice Hurdle after the first past the post Shield weighed in very light. Trained by Aidan O’Brien and ridden by Robbie Power, the trainer’s representative forgot to put the weight cloth under Shield’s saddle and thus he weighed in light, making his disqualification inevitable. The benefactor was the oddson favourite, the Philip Fentontrained Brian O’Connell-ridden Bentelimar, who had finished a well-held second.
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Comeragh Crossing in aid of West Waterford Hospice
Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady, winners of the fourth round of the Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix League at West Clare Show. [Sonya Dempsey]
ON SATURDAY, JULY 5th DUNGARVAN Hillwalking Club is set to embark on its epic annual trek across the Comeraghs, known as the Comeragh Crossing. The walk will take place on Saturday, July 5th, and as always, it's in aid of the West Waterford Hospice. The walk will be in three stages, and walkers can decide to do just one of the stages, or all three. Stage One begins in Clonmel and goes to the Nire; Stage Two goes from the Nire to the Carrigs and Stage Three from the Carrigs back to Dungarvan FC Soccer Club.
The Soccer Club will be the base for the crossing and the buses that take you to the walk will leave from there. Walkers taking part in the more difficult Comeragh Challenge will leave at 7.00 a.m. The bus for the first stage in Clonmel leaves at 7.30 a.m., the bus for the Nire stage leaves at 10.00 a.m. and the bus for the last stage leaves at 1.00 p.m. When the walkers finish, they will receive a certificate and a hot meal. Registration is on the day and the cost is €25, and €20 for the shorter Carrigs walk. All walkers must wear boots.
Francis Connors and Uskerty Diamond Lady take West Clare leg of Munster Grand Prix League COUNTY Waterford’s Francis Connors riding the Hilda Anthony owned Uskerty Diamond Lady, landed the fourth round of the Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix League at West Clare Show. Connors, who is the reigning Munster Grand Prix league champion, crossed the jump-off finish line clear in 34.29 seconds, giving him well over a second to spare over runner-up Ethen Ahearn with Arbutus Ohio (35.81). Seamus Hayes who was the winner of the second round of the series at Midleton Show, grabbed more valuable league points when finishing third at West Clare with Chipolini VMZ (36.12), while Francis Connors collected another slice of the 2,000 prize fund when slotting into fourth with the Bobby Flynn owned Hyperion. All of the top seven on the leaderboard at the finish managed to jump double clear rounds, with Seamus Hayes and Barichello W
in fifth just ahead of fellow Tipperary rider Liam O’Meara in sixth with Mr Coolcaum. The Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix League moves to County Cork for Round 5 of the series at Charleville Show on Saturday, 28th June, with Francis Connors at the top of the league table following his win at West Clare. Result - Connolly’s RED MILLS Munster Grand Prix League - Round 4 West Clare Show 22/06/2014 1st Francis Connors/Uskerty Diamond Lady 0/0 34.29 2nd Ethen Aherne/Arbutus Ohio 0/0 35.81 3rd Seamus Hayes/Chipolini VMZ 0/0 36.12 4th Francis Connors/Hyperion 0/0 38.07 5th Seamus Hayes/Barichello W 0/0 39.04 6th Liam O Meara/Mr Coolcaum 0/0 41.21 7th Joan Greene/Diamonds For Douglas 0/0 48.72 8th Noelle Barry/Norway Venture 0/4 38.33
Ellie Walsh and Daniel O'Brien with their Swim Awards for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Jennifer Mooney and Sophie Weldon with their Swim Awards for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Sarah Clancy with her Swim Award for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] James O'Neill and Mathew Carroll with their Swim Awards for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Mizen to Malin Head Charity Cycle FOUR men from the Parish of CloneaRathgormack are among a group of 18 cyclists from communities in Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny who are undertaking a cycle from Mizen Head in Cork to Malin Head in Donegal. Matt Greene, Ger Kirwan, Barry Power and Michael Shanahan hope to complete the cycle between Monday, 30th June and Friday, 4th July, covering a distance in excess of 650km. Many events have been organised to raise funds, including a static cycle outside Supervalu in Carrick-on-Suir to a Ceili in Grangemockler, a music night in Rathgormack to table quizzes in various venues, a bike raffle to a leg waxing in Grangemockler. All funds raised will be donated to the Irish Cancer Society. The fundraising target was originally set at €25,000. However, the group believe this will be exceeded prior to the start of the
event. The cyclists have all paid for their own accommodation and any costs incurred on the cycle in order to maximise the funds raised. They have set up a Mycharity page for anyone wishing to support the event and if anyone would like to contribute, one can follow the link and donate. Two of the cyclists, Matt Greene and Ger Kirwan joined the children of Rathgormack N.S. on their annual cycle day on Thursday, June 19th. The pupils are also supporting this worthy cause as well as celebrating National Bike Week, in aiming to also cycle 650 km during the week, Saturday, June 14th to Sunday, June 22nd. Each child in the school was issued with a “Cycle Journey Log” where they can log any journeys taken by them and their families during the week.
Simon Murray with his Swim Award for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]
Gavin Cooney with his Swim Award for May/June at the Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport