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FEARS GROW OVER RURAL FIRE SERVICE COVERAGE Kilmacthomas Fire Station hasn’t operated in weeks

THERE are growing fears that midCounty Waterford is not being properly covered by the fire service due to Kilmacthomas Fire Station being ‘off the run’ as a result of insufficient staffing levels, writes Paul Mooney.

The situation is becoming critical, as the fire station hasn’t operated in weeks due to a rostering dispute and staff shortages, which results in very little time off, or no time off for the fire fighter crews.

It is understood that the fire station in Portlaw was also ‘off-the-run’ for periods in the recent past as well.

The matter was raised at the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council by Cllr.

Seanie Power and Cllr. John O’Leary.

Cllr. Power said he was aware that Kilmacthomas Fire Station is currently ‘off the run’ which means they cannot attend any emergencies.

“They are trying to work with seven fire fighters,

so that means if five fire fighters are on-call, then two are off. Most of the time they are caught and never have time off, so basically they are always oncall,” Cllr. Power said.

He said if an emergency arises in the Kilmacthomas area, then it is the fire service from Portlaw which attends.

But if Portlaw Fire Station was also ‘off-the-run’ it means the fire brigade has to attend from Dungarvan, Tramore or Waterford City.

“The fire service do a brilliant job, a dangerous job, and it is a very essential service,” Cllr. Power said.

“But if there is a fire in Kilmac’ or a collision on the N25, the 999 call goes in and the fire service from Portlaw, or Dungarvan, or even Waterford City will attend, while the fire service in Kilmacthomas is basically sitting looking out at the emergency.

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Councillor disappointed over no Fears grow over rural pedestrian access from fire service Portlaw to music festival A WATERFORD Councillor expressed his extreme disappointment that people won’t be allowed to walk between Portlaw and the Curraghmore Estate during the August Bank Holiday Weekend due to the All Together Now Music Festival which will be held on the grounds of the estate.

The event will bring anything up to 15,000 visitors to the area.

Portlaw has been preparing for the influx of people for the past number of months, but Cllr. Ray Murphy told the July meeting of Waterford City and County

Council that it has come to his attention there will be no pedestrian traffic allowed between the venue and the town of Portlaw for the entire weekend.

“I find this disappointing as it denies us as a Council the tourism opportunity to showcase the unique, purpose built town of Portlaw, which was built in the 1800s,” Cllr. Murphy said.

“It is only a five minute walk to the main gate of Curraghmore and a further 20 minute stroll to the courtyard where the event is taking place.

“As a leading member of the

Tidy Towns, we have undertaken extra work in relation to the planting of flowers etc., in anticipation of this event. Some local people have also bought tickets for the weekend, who are hopeful of being able to walk to and from the event at their leisure over the weekend.”

Cllr. Murphy requested the planning section of the Council to give further consideration to opening up the road for pedestrian traffic between Portlaw and the venue before they finalise their plans for the festival.

Cllr. Murphy was told that the

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Cllr. Ray Murphy, who is also Cathaoirleach of Comeragh Municipal District Council.

Director of Services would bring the matter back to the attention of the promoters of the event.

An event license has already been issued by Waterford City and County Council to POD Festival Ltd.

Presidential candidates have chance to canvas Waterford Council on 31st July ANY candidates who wish to run in the Presidential election and need the support of a local authority will have the chance to canvass Waterford City and County Council on 31st July, next.

Cllr. Joe Kelly brought a Notice of Motion to the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council calling for a special meeting in order to facilitate non-aligned candidates making a pitch to try and get a nomination from the Council.

“The reason I am asking this is because we don’t have a meeting in August and it would be too late at our meeting in September,” Cllr. Kelly pointed out.

31ST JULY TIME SLOTS ON FIRST-COME FIRST-SERVED BASIS Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan proposed an amendment, that the Council facilitates the day of the Councillors’ choosing before the end of July; along with half an hour time slots allocated on a first-come first-served basis to any prospective candidate.

Cllr. Sean Reinhardt noted that it’s difficult enough for potential candidates as they need the backing of at least 20 TDs or four Councils, “which I presume is so that Mickey or Minnie Mouse, or Dustin the Turkey can’t run!”

“If we deny the people a choice of candidates we are actually denying them a right to vote, especially in light of the

recent Centenary celebrations,” Cllr.

Reinhardt said.

“People value what their vote is about and even in more recent struggles in the north, where gerrymandering was such a massive problem for the people there.”

While most Councillors were supportive of the motion, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan voiced his opposition, saying: “I won’t be attending any meeting here until I see a list of the people who want to come and talk to us!”

He made the point that as President of the AILG (Association of Irish Local Government) he attended a number of debates in Seanad Éireann over the past 12 months, in relation to the role of local Councillors and work they do in Councils across the country.

“An awful lot of people are putting their head above the parapet now and looking for votes off of us to become candidates in the Presidential election. They never showed up at those debates and never contributed to the debates,” Cllr. Geoghegan said.

COULDN’T CARE LESS ABOUT COUNCILLORS “They couldn’t care less about us as Councillors - and they will get the exact same treatment from me here!” Cllr.

Geoghegan said.

PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES CAN ‘GO AND WHISTLE DIXIE!’ Cllr. Geoghegan said there was one notable exception - Independent Senator Gerard Craughwell.

“I will give him credit on that one,” Cllr.

Geoghegan said. “But as for the rest of them - they can go and whistle Dixie!”

Cllr. Geoghegan said to laughter.

“The reality is that any of those candidates who wanted to speak to us as a Council could have done so before now,” Cllr. Geoghegan said.

“In fact, for any candidate that wants to stand in any election - the main aim is to be in the field as quickly as possible. They actually left it to the most awkward time of the year to come and speak to us,” he added.

Cllr. O’Ryan noted that the last Presidential election saw candidates indicated they wanted to meet with the Council but never showed up.

Cllr. Mary Roche clarified that the 2011 candidate, Mary Davis was supposed to meet the local authorities in Waterford, “but she got the four nominations before the meeting with us, so she didn’t require it”.

“And Sean Gallagher was supposed to come, but he didn’t show up,” she added.

The motion with Cllr. O’Ryan’s amendments was passed unanimously.

FROM FRONT PAGE Cllr. Power added: “The fire service in Kilmacthomas needs to be upgraded to ten fire fighters, so they can have five on-call and five off ”.

Concurring, Cllr. O’Leary said it appears to be a HR (Human Resources) problem and warned there is “a lot of discontent with the part-time fire fighters”.

“It is a grave injustice to them because they are all very dedicated people.

I’ve received a lot of representations about this and we want to see this resolved,” Cllr.

O’Leary said.

“We don’t want to see a situation where life is put in danger,” Cllr.

O’Leary added.

New changes brought in requires that five fire fighters be ‘on-call’, whereas previously, there was only a requirement to have four members ‘on-call’.

If the number of fire fighters who are ‘on-call’ should fall below five, then that station is deemed to be ‘stood down’, meaning the crews cannot respond to any emergency callouts. It is also understood that as well as Kilmacthomas and Portlaw fire stations being ‘off the run’ on one particular day earlier in the month, fire stations at Lismore and Tallow were also ‘off the run’ on the same day.

The situation has been deemed critical due to the staff shortages and there are fears that lives could be put in danger.

Mayor Declan Doocey supported the comments of Cllr.

Power and Cllr. O’Leary, saying he had first hand experience of the service provided by the fire brigade when they had to attend a fire on his farm.

Mayor Doocey revealed that

during one of the hottest days of the year, earlier in the month, a field of straw caught fire and spread to a neigbouring field.

“Only for the fire service, it could have been a lot worse,” Mayor Doocey said.

“It was frightening, and we could do nothing about it. It is so important that all our fire crews are available 24/7, especially in this heat,” Mayor Doocey added.

Director of Services, Ivan “It is so important that all our fire crews are available 24/7”...

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr.

Declan Doocey, outlined how he had first hand experience of the service provided by the fire brigade when they had to attend a “frightening” fire at his farm.

Grimes, pointed out that generally there are always arrangements in place for situations where a retained fire station is not available to respond for whatever reason.

“Cover, in such situations, are provided on a predetermined basis by the nearest available station,” Mr. Grimes said.

“The availability of all fire stations is communicated re-gularly by local fire service management to the Munster Regional Communications Centre which handles all 999 calls for the Munster region.”

In relation to the situation in Kilmacthomas, Mr. Grimes said the Council “is in ongoing discussions with staff and their union and we are hopeful that we will resolve the situation soon”.

“I am not in a position to say much more than that at this stage,” he added.

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Engineers find no breaches in Greenway boundary fence with quarry ENGINEERS with Waterford Council are satisfied that there is no breach in boundary fencing which separates the Waterford Greenway from a quarry lake near Carroll’s Cross.

Cllr. Declan Clune had raised the issue at a previous meeting of the local authority, saying that in light of a recent tragedy in Ennis where two teenagers drowned in a quarry lake, he had received representations from the public about a quarry lake beside the Greenway, which is at the rear of Dawn Meats and QK Cold Stores, Carroll’s Cross.

He said a number of youths had been spotted going into the quarry lake at Carroll’s Cross and there was a concern for their safety.

Cllr. Clune asked the Council to ensure the site was safe and secure and there were no breaches in the boundary fence.

At the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Director of Services, Fergus Galvin told Cllr. Clune that engineers went out to inspect the fencing the following day.

“We inspected the fencing along the Greenway.

The engineers found the fencing and area was secure and there were no breaches in it, so, we are happy with our role [in regards to it],” Mr. Galvin said.

He had previously pointed out that the quarry is on private property and the Council has no responsibility in relation to it.

Dungarvan Show this Thursday arranged an extensive programme for the day.

Top Class Show Jumping will take place throughout the day.

There are also numerous horse, pony, cattle and sheep showing classes to be competed for.

There will be lots of entertainment for the whole family, including bouncy castles, face painting, birds of prey, dog show,

THE 101st Dungarvan Agricultural Show takes place tomorrow (Thursday, 26th July), on the lands of Billy Queally, Shanleys, Tom Broderick and Liam Whelan at Ballygagin, Dungarvan.

Entries for this year’s show are on a par with recent years and Show Secretary, Sarah Conway and the Committee have

mini farm and many trade stands.

WLR FM will also broadcast live from the show grounds to add to the wonderful atmosphere.

Admission is €10 for an adult; €5 for over-16s and children under 16 go free.

Don’t forget to make a trip to Ballygagin for the 101st running of Waterford’s only county show.

Bottle banks in Abbeyside are on the move THE bottle banks in Abbeyside car park (at the rear of Eurospar) are on the move - but not far - to provide more space for nearby disabled parking bays.

The bottle banks are currently located at the exit to the car park (beside Mousie’s chipper wagon).

However, following some complaints, the Council has decided to move the bottle banks to

the adjacent side of the car park away from the disabled parking bays.

“The bottle banks are being moved across the car park in Abbeyside,” Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell said.

“They are too close to the disability parking bay, so the bottle banks are being moved to allow for more space,” he added.

Diana Morrissey, daughter of Breda and Michael Morrissey from Abbeyside, pictured with her husband Richie Nugent, son of Catherine and Michael Nugent from Modeligo. The couple were married in Saint Augustine's Church, Abbeyside, and their reception was held in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

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WEDNESDAY will be dry in most parts of the province, with sunny spells, especially in eastern areas. A little patchy rain or drizzle will occur at times in some western coastal regions, especially in the morning, with a risk of fog patches. Quite warm and humid. Maximum temperatures 17 to 23 Celsius, in light to moderate southerly winds.

Changeable weather for the rest of the week and through the coming weekend, with rain at times. Variable temperatures from day to day, but a little above normal on average.

Wednesday night: Dry in most areas, with clear spells, but mostly cloudy on west and southwest coasts, with patches of drizzle, turning heavier and more persistent there towards morning. A mild, humid night, with hill and coastal fog. Windy in Atlantic coastal areas, with fresh to strong south to southeast winds, but winds mostly moderate elsewhere.

Thursday: There is still some uncertainty in the forecast, but the eastern half of the country should remain dry for most of the day, with some hazy sunshine and it will be very warm and humid, with maximum temperatures in the mid 20s generally, but up to the high 20s in a few parts of north Leinster . The western half of the country will be mostly cloudy, with outbreaks of rain extending gradually from the Atlantic during the morning and afternoon, turning heavy in places. Temperatures will range 20 to 23 degrees here. Breezy, with moderate to fresh south to southeast winds.

On Thursday night, rain will extend to remaining eastern areas and clearer, fresher conditions will follow from the Atlantic.

Friday: Cooler and fresher than Thursday. Rain in eastern coastal areas in the morning will clear and most areas will have good dry spells, but another band of showery rain will extend from the Atlantic during the afternoon and evening. Max. 16 to 21 Celsius, in moderate southerly breezes.

Weekend: Changeable and unsettled. Early indications suggest that Saturday will be mainly dry, with bright spells and a few scattered showers, but more persistent rain will extend from the southwest on Saturday night.

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Fallen trees on Lismore Walk will cost €50,000 to remove

By Christy Parker THE bill to remove storm-knocked trees on Lismore’s Lady Louisa’s Walk is estimated to be in excess of €50,000, according to Waterford Council’s Senior Executive Engineer for roads. Gabriel Hynes.

The Engineer revealed the figure when questioned by Cllr. James Tobin at July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting.

The Councillor had assumed that a high cost was preventing the removal of the trees and, on realising the figure involved, remained adamant that the trees should be removed from what he deemed to be “one of the most historical walks in the west of the county.”

Elaborating on the cost, Mr. Hynes said a 200 metre stretch in middle of the walk had been ‘completely devastated.’ It was very close to the river and would require a specialist team with heavy machinery, to clear but he didn’t want to expend the money from the district’s general roads maintenance budget on the exercise. The council was consequently seeking funding elsewhere. “It is in our programme certainly”, he assured, “but we need

to find a funding source.”

Cllr. Tobin, undeterred, replied that a previous official responsible for such matters would approach emergencies with a doctrine that “we’ll do the work and someone will have to pay for it.”The Councillor considered this situation an emergency now that could not go unresolved while the council went looking for money from the tourism sector, he suspected.

Mr. Hynes confirmed that “economic development” was one source amongst several being explored but repeated that the district’s money was “badly needed elsewhere regarding roads, footpaths and low cost safety schemes.”

DEAD WOOD IN CEMETERY Meanwhile, Cathaoirleach John Pratt expressed concern about the damaged trees in Lismore graveyard which had been marked for cutting, remained (just about) standing.

He feared that they would “damage headstones”, was echoed by Cllr. Declan Doocey, who viewed that as “the best case scenario”, with the worst one being that “someone will get hurt.”

Cllr. Doocey said some dead branches had

been cut down post Storm Ophelia but there now “appears to be resistance from somewhere regarding cutting the rest of them.”

Cllr. Doocey believed that firewood emanating from cutting the branches in either location would “well cover the cost.”

Furthermore, he knew “a man in the firewood business who is well insured” and who would remove the timber for “a very reasonable fee.” Despite this apparent inducement to save over €50,000 the council didn’t snap up the opportunity!

Administrative Officer for Environment Luke O’Brien said a survey had been conducted on the damaged trees in the graveyard but he didn’t have an “expected time for action on that yet.”

Cllr. Pratt then introduced Glenshelane Walk to the conversation, asking whether there was any inclination yet on the part of Coillte towards “improving the area”, where trees had fallen during Storm Ophelia in October 2017. Cllr. Tobin couldn’t resist advising that Coillte was now “only interested in wind farms!” Mr. Hynes said he would consult with the Council’s Trails Officer and report back.

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Mick Mulcahy brings home the ‘Joy of Colour’ New exhibition of work currently on show at The Gourmet House

By Paul Mooney ONE of Dungarvan’s most famous sons, the acclaimed award-winning artist Michael Mulcahy, has returned home to Dungarvan after his recent travels in Paris, France, to bring his latest work ‘The Joy of Colour’ to the people of the town.

The exhibition of new work features a mixture of original paintings and Parisian litho-

graphs which are currently on show upstairs in the Gourmet House, Grattan Square, Dungarvan - a delightful coffee shop and tea room, which is owned and operated by Orlaith Brady.

It is around the corner from where Michael grew up - his family owned a drapers shop where Dungarvan Credit Union is now located.

Michael’s work can be

Proprietor of the Gourmet House, Orlaith Brady, with Artist Michael Mulcahy.

Michael’s exhibition of work continues upstairs in the Gourmet House.

described as a surreal and special version of reality, full of colour that uplifts and brings magic into the lives of others.

Michael is in the company of his long-time partner, Vera Whelan, a stained-glass artist from Wexford, and we are sitting outside the Gourmet Café on a warm sunny Thursday morning (when the Entente Florale judges are in town).

But, it could easily be outside a cafe somewhere on the Continent, with the colourful display of flowers, fine weather and atmosphere, the busy Farmers Market on the adjacent side of the Square and the steady throng of passer-bys, many of whom salute a greeting to Michael (or Mick as he is known to many) - including a couple of members of An Garda Siochána, and one woman who has one of Mick’s paintings and wants to know where she can sell it to make a ‘bit of money’ on it.

“Sure, wait until I’m dead and then you’ll make plenty of money on it!” laughs Mick in a good humoured way.

Vera and Michael are not long back from a recent trip to Paris, France, where he held a successful exhibition of his work at the world famous lithography studio - Imprimerie Clot, Bramsen et Georges, which is based at Rue Vieille du Temple, Paris. The company which was established in 1896 has collaborated with many other renowned artists over the years, including Picasso and Matisse.

Vera reveals that Michael was also recently commissioned by Údarás na Gaeltachta to create a huge painting on marine plywood (8ft tall by 12ft wide) for the thriving Gaeltacht on Cape Clear Island, just off Baltimore, Cork.

It is a stunning visual which Michael completed in a week for the island.

Michael Mulcahy with some of his work, which is currently on display upstairs at The Gourmet House, Grattan Square, Dungarvan.

Michael explains that the painting has a mermaid and a mythical hand coming out of the sea and includes many aspects of the island including its caves along the coastline.

NEW WORK Since his last exhibition in the Gourmet House last year (The Shapeshifting Series) Michael, a member of Aosdána, has been building up his collection of new work.

His current exhibition in the Gourmet House didn’t have a name, but Michael turns to his partner, Vera, who thinks of a name on the spot - “The Joy of Colour, because when you walk in, there is beautiful colour all around” she says.

Michael encouraged people to come and view his original artwork at The Gourmet House.

All work on display is new and is priced to sell.

“It is a mixture of still life, landscapes and seascapes,” Michael told the Dungarvan Observer.

The Gourmet House is open from 9.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m.

You can find The Gourmet House on Facebook.

Vera Whelan is also on Facebook.

ENTENTE FLORALE Michael expressed his congratulations to the town of Dungarvan on all the beautiful flower displays.

“I really hope they do well in the Entente Florale,” said Michael.

He suggested that the grey boxes which contain the flowers around town “should be painted by children, as a project for the schools”.

WHITEHORSES ARDMORE Meanwhile, Michael added that he will have a different art exhibition at the Whitehorses Restaurant, Ardmore, during the week of the Ardmore Pattern Festival (23rd to 29th July).

“This exhibition at the Whitehorses is another new exhibition during the week of the Pattern Festival only,” Michael pointed out.

RNLI HELVICK SWIM Michael said he was also donating a painting for the auction held during the RNLI Helvick Swim and BBQ fundraiser, as he does every year.

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He has amassed many awards throughout his 45 year career and as well as numerous exhibitions at home, he has exhibited his work right across the globe such as New York, Paris, Brussels, London, and Museum of Modern Art in Seoul.

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Various issues addressed at July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting

By Christy Parker PEDESTRIAN CROSSING Cllr. Siobhán Whelan proposed that a pedestrian crossing be installed near McDonald’s in Shandon, to serve the nearby playground. She said it was “a very dangerous area” and people had expressed concerns over it. Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath said she’d review the area.

BIKE RACKS Cllr. Whelan thanked the Council for resolving issues concerning a self-closing gate, safety railings and a bicycle rack at Lismore playground but asked that the bicycle rack be made “full height” to deter theft. Ms. McGrath said she was liaising with the playground committee.

ARDMORE HOUSES Cllr. Tom Cronin raised the issue of five social and five affordable houses in The Heritage Estate in Ardmore that were unfinished for over ten years despite the foundations having been laid. He sought the Council’s position on it and housing officer Joe O’Sullivan agreed to investigate.

FIRE ASSISTANCE Cllr. Declan Doocey paid tribute to the Fire Brigade and his “wonderful neighbours”

for their responses when a fire ravaged “corn, straw and hay” at his address recently. The councillor said four fire units spent three hours combating the “savage” fire which had destroyed corn, straw and hay. He lauded the firefighter’s “fabulous experience” in preventing damage that could have been “a hundred times worse.” Cllr. Doocey said the fire seemed to erupt spontaneously and urged extreme caution if trying to contain such an outbreak.

BOATS AND BEACH SAFETY Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell said that as a “former member of the Navy”, he was advising anyone going to sea to carry a compass, wear a lifejacket and inform someone of their activity. He said a fog could descend in five minutes” and a boat could be lost. The Councillor also urged parents to keep their children under careful supervision when swimming as they could be “whipped out in one second.”

COLLEGE NAME CHANGE CRITICISED Cllr. Damien Geoghegan was “very disappointed” to hear from Cllr. Pat Nugent that Dungarvan’s Coláiste Chathail Naofa was being renamed Dungarvan College. “Are we to get rid of everything in this country in the pursuit of secularism?”, he asked. The

Councillor agreed with Cllr.Whelan that the name was “too generic”, and recalled that ‘Dungarvan College’ had once been applied to two school hurling teams that had combined to win the Harty Cup. The change had been approved by the Education and Training Board and Cllr.

Geoghegan said Cllr. Nugent and fellow board member Cllr. Cronin “should have stood up for the school’s name”, adding that Dungarvan “doesn’t have many famous Saints.” Cathaoirleach John Pratt’s suggestion that the Council register its disappointment with the ETB was agreed.

SCHOOL BUS FUNDRAISER Cllr. Whelan informed the meeting that GlaxoSmithKline employees are running a fundraiser – Greenway walk – on Saturday, August 25th, in aid of acquiring a wheelchair accessible bus for St. John’s Special School, Dungarvan. The Councillor said “24% of children attending the school require either a wheelchair or other assistance to aid their mobility.” She believed that children “deserved the opportunity to broaden their horizons.” Cllr. Geoghegan praised the workforce and the company management for their longstanding efforts to help local causes and charities.

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Majority of Councillors not in favour of broadcasting Council meetings A PROPOSAL to live broadcast the meetings of Waterford Council online was not supported by a majority of Councillors at the July Plenary meeting of the Council last week.

Cllr. Mary Roche brought the Notice of Motion in a second attempt to have the Plenary meetings broadcast live online.

The first time she had suggested it, the proposal went to the Procedures Committee / Corporate Policy Group (CPG) where it was discussed and then dropped.

Cllr. Roche said that in bringing the motion - “this Council should make decision” on whether or not to broadcast their meetings live via the internet.

She pointed out that there are three other local authorities which broadcast their meetings live - Fingal, Dun Laoghaire / Rathdown and Galway.

“There is a whole lot of new people interested in politics after the last two referendums and a lot of younger people have registered to vote,” she said.

“The technology is available and a lot of the discourse has moved into the online social media world. I believe strongly that Waterford City and County Council should be there.”

Cllr. Roche said when this was discussed the first time, there were concerns that Councillors don’t have the same privileged protection enjoyed by politicians in the Dáil.

“That argument doesn’t stand up, because our meetings are recorded anyway [by the media]. Several members of the media are in attendance who take comprehensive notes and all of our meetings are covered comprehensively in both local broadcast media and in print,” she said.

“I think we would certainly be putting no more exposure to libel or slander on ourselves than we already bear,” she said.

IT’S TIME THE COUNCIL MOVED INTO THE 21ST CENTURY Cllr. Roche said it was time the Council “moved into the 21st Century”.

“I have young kids and none of them read any newspapers (apologies to the media),” Cllr. Roche said.

“They get all of their news from social media - every single bit of it. And I think it is encumbent on us to keep ourselves relevant.

“I believe it is time that we lead and Waterford Council meetings should be broadcast live either on our Facebook page or website.”

She said the technology is much cheaper now that it was before.

“In the scheme of things, it is a very small amount for the return we would possibly get and keeping ourselves relevant to the new voters and keeping democracy relevant,” Cllr. Roche added.

UNDER-SELLING OURSELVES Cllr. John Hearne said he supported Cllr. Roche’s motion “100 percent”.

“We are absolutely under-selling ourselves by not having access to the media in that scale. I think it would regenerate interest in Councils,” Cllr. Hearne said.

“We are going to the people next year to look for a mandate to stand up for them again. They have a right to see the work we are doing, because they pay our wages,”

Cllr. Hearne continued.

“If people are concerned about speaking in the Chamber and libeling themselves, the Council needs to consider a media training course for Councillors.

But, I think we are all very capable here.

All the good work and different projects we are involved in, that news should be getting out,” he added.

OFF-THE-CUFF Cllr. John O’Leary led the opposition against the motion, saying it would have more far reaching effects from a litigation point-of-view.

“I might say something here at the Council which is off-the-cuff, but I don’t believe every sentence I say or every sentence a Councillor utters is going to be reported by the media without clarification sought,” Cllr. O’Leary said. “I’ve been interviewed before and often-times you will be asked to clarify what you said.

“We as Councillors are not totally professional people, we are people elected to do the best we can and we have been served by a very good line of journalists in the print media and WLR FM,” Cllr.

O’Leary continued.

He pointed out that there are a lot of jobs in the print media - “I would hate to hear anyone promoting that no-one reads newspapers anymore, because there are a lot of jobs at stake”.

“There are a lot of opportunities and ways where people can access what is said at these meetings, but I don’t believe it’s what you say as a Councillor that matters, but what you do.”

Cllr. O’Leary said he would have inhibitions about meetings being broadcast live over the internet, and “I don’t think it would serve us well”.

“I don’t see the need for it. We have ample coverage in the media in a controlled way. So, on that basis, I’m opposed to the motion,” Cllr. O’Leary added.

Cllr. Sean Reinhardt said that while he supported the motion, he had reservations and said there was a large amount of work to do before it could be implemented.

SOME CAN TALK FOR WATERFORD, OTHERS CAN TALK FOR IRELAND “Some people here can talk for Waterford and others can talk for Ireland!

But I’d be concerned about people maybe wanting to indulge in a bit of drama - for instance someone getting ejected from the Chamber, or having to abandon a meeting because ‘so and so’ went overboard and wouldn’t shut up when s/he was supposed to shut up,” Cllr. Reinhardt said.

“There would be some media training necessary for everybody.”

Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said some of the reasons outlined by Cllr. Reinhardt is precisely why he is against it.

“We don’t have the Dáil privilege that politicians higher up the pecking order have. I think the print media and WLR FM have served us well and continue to serve us well,” Cllr. O’Ryan said.

“People don’t want the full blown meeting - we are here two and a half hours already and we are only at item five on the agenda. The public want a concise, accurate summary of what happened at the Council meeting.”

Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said he didn’t

have any objection to the basic premise proposed by Cllr. Roche, but pointed out that other local authorities which broadcast their meetings live use a sophisticated system of cameras and audio.

“It is not necessarily just a camera in the corner of the room recording what’s happening,” Cllr. Geoghegan pointed out.

“If we were to do this, then we have to do it right or don’t do it at all. We need to make sure we get the audio and visuals correct,” he said.

Cllr. Geoghegan said he would much prefer if WLR FM covered all of the Council’s meetings - Municipal District level as well as Plenary level.

“If we were to spend money on broadcast systems, maybe we could sit down with WLR FM about it and ask them to broadcast all of our meetings. That should be looked into as well.”

Cllr. Geoghegan suggested it should go back to the Procedures Committee for consideration, to tease the matter further.

Cllr. Roche said she objected to Cllr.

Geoghegan’s suggestion that the matter go back to the procedures committee for consideration.

“It got swallowed up in the CPG the last time and they just ‘spat it out’.

“I think this Council should make the decision, and if they do decide to do it, then it can go to the procedures committee or the CPG for discussion on implementation,” Cllr. Roche said.

NEEDS TO BE TEASED OUT MORE Cllr. Jason Murphy agreed the matter “needs to be teased out more”.

“We are elected representatives - we stood in front of the people for election and we expect to be in the firing line - but a member of the Council’s executive is here to answer questions - I don’t think they should be in the public eye every month,” he said.

“Some of the issues we discuss here in the Council Chamber are very individual in their nature and can be very sensitive.

In fairness it is always dealt with very maturely by the radio and print media,” Cllr. Murphy said.

COUNCIL MEETING AS GAEILGE Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell questioned why the Council doesn’t have half an hour of their meeting dedicated to speaking through Irish.

“It would make sense, we are an Irishspeaking country and we have a gaeltacht in Waterford,” Cllr. O’Donnell said.

“I would like to see at least a half hour of our meeting dedicated to speaking in Irish, then we’ll see how many Councillors will be speaking for ten minutes or more!”

ABSOLUTE PRIVILEGE AND QUALIFIED PRIVILEGE In relation to protected privilege, Cllr.

Eamon Quinlan said there are two forms - absolute privilege which relates to comments made in the Dáil, Seanad or a court of law; and qualified privilege, which relates to a fair and accurate report of proceedings.

“We do not qualify for either - this means if any Councillor was to simply make a mistake, for example, mention a commercially sensitive topic, or bring up a live planning application by accident -

WLR FM and the newspapers operate a form of discretion where they won’t reprint that - but if a Councillor mentions by accident [during the live broadcast online] a commercially sensitive topic, it could ruin that business person’s life and could destroy their business.

“In terms of someone in planning - it could destroy their future home they are trying to build.”

He said it also wasn’t clear in law if an individual Councillor could be sued if they spoke on a topic that resulted in the loss of income / loss of earnings, etc. or whether it would be the entire local authority which could be sued.

“There might be two or three Councils operating this live broadcast around the country, but it also means there are around 40 other local authorities which have looked at this and decided to pass on it,” Cllr. Quinlan pointed out.

“We need to look at this proposal, tease it out and talk to the other Councils that have implemented it. I wouldn’t be quick to make any rash decisions here tonight,” Cllr. Quinlan said.

COST OF LIVE BROADCAST EQUIPMENT Cllr. Quinlan continued that while it is an interesting proposal, it would cost the Council at least €50,000 to install the equipment at one site - so in total, it would cost upwards of €100,000 to install the live broadcasting equipment to each of the two locations (Chamber at Civic Offices, Dungarvan; and Chamber at City Hall, Waterford).

Putting the money into context, he said 18 months ago, the Council had €50,000 per District for the footpath repair programme.

“In other words, what we spent on an entire District for footpath repairs, we now want to put in more cameras, more eyeballs on ourselves. I think the people of Waterford are better served by politicians that deliver results on the ground, rather than delivering results in terms of ‘clickbait’ on Facebook,” Cllr. Quinlan said.

When Cllr. Geoghegan sought clarification on the cost, he was told by Director of Services, Fearghal Reidy that it would cost €50,000 per site - so it would cost Waterford Council €100,000 to equip both Chambers with the live broadcast equipment.

ROW When Councillors realised the total cost, a row ensued between them.

Cllr. Roche told the Chamber: “It’s a small price to pay for transparency and for the exposition of democracy”.

Cllr. Geoghegan responded: “We have five members of the media present right now in this Chamber! To come along and say there is a lack of transparency just isn’t correct”.

“There is no way I would support spending €50,000 per site to broadcast our meetings,” Cllr. Geoghegan added.

Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell agreed: “I won’t be voting for €50,000 to put cameras in here!”

MOTION FALLS In a show of hands, the motion fell, with 16 Councillors against and seven supporting it.

O’Donnell welcomes CLAR allocations AN allocation of €45,000 for work to construct a new footpath and public lighting at Piltown, Kinsalebeg has been welcomed by Independent Councillor Seamus O’Donnell.

The funding has been allocated under the CLAR programme.

Cllr. O’Donnell said he met a lot of people in the area in relation to the work needed.

“I’m delighted this money has been allocated for this work,” he said.

Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Donnell also welcomed an allocation of €31,000 from the same CLAR programme, for a new footpath and public lighting at Ballycurrane National School, Clashmore.

Cllr. O’Donnell also welcomed funding of €20,000 which will be used to install public lighting in Kilbrien, from the village to the church.

Waterford Council supports motion for convention on future of local government WATERFORD City and County Council gave its full support to a Notice of Motion from another local authority which calls for a convention on the future of local government.

The Notice of Motion was circulated by Wexford County Council, which Cllr. Mary Roche noted under ‘correspondence’ at the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council.

Cllr. Roche agreed with the motion which she said should be endorsed by the full Council and sent to the Minister.

All Councillors present unanimously agreed to support the motion.

The Notice of Motion from Wexford County Council states: “Given the continued efforts of the Department of Local Government to undermine local authorities and the increased centralisation of power in Ireland, this Council calls on the government to establish an independent convention on the future of local government, that will examine powers, autonomy and funding.

In the event of the failure of government to act, this Council calls on LAMA (Local Authorities Members Association) and AILG (Association of Irish Local Government) to establish such a convention and to seek cross party support.”

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Applicants should get house allocation information on Council website

By Christy Parker

WATERFORD Council Housing Officer Joe O’Sullivan says housing applicants should be able to ascertain from the Council’s website whether a house has been allocated or not.

The official was responding to uncertainty raised by Cllr.

Damien Geoghegan at July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting as to whether people were reliant on ‘street information’ under the

Choice Based Letting (CBL) system. Adding that constituents were also asking Councillors as to the status of properties in which they were interested, he urged to “put it up on the website.”

Cathaoirleach John Pratt concurred and also suggested that the website inform people how the system worked, with clarification that such criteria as length of time on the list, houses sizes, etc., still apply when applications are assessed for CBL. Mr. O’Sullivan agreed that if

people cannot check online whether a property has been allocated, they should be enabled to do so.

TRANSFERS Earlier Cllr. Siobhán Whelan had asked that the precise reasons for people seeking house transfers be broadened to avoid compelling tenants to remain in properties in which they were unhappy. She said there could be many reasons seeking transfers, including overcrowding and medical factors. Supported by

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Cllr. Pat Nugent, she asked if it could be referred to the Housing SPC. Mr. O’Sullivan said it could indeed be “trashed out” at that forum.

Meanwhile, Cllr. James Tobin asked how long the Council would wait on “banks and solicitors” before the Cúl Rua Estate in Aglish could be taken in charge and what steps might be taken to accelerate the process.

The officer said it was a planning section issue but he would find out and refer back.

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EDITORIAL

Our hometown looks splendid AS can be seen from our news columns, the muchpublicised visit of the eight-member Entente Florale Judging panel took place last Thursday. Despite predictions of bad weather for late in the week, the sun shone brilliantly just as it has for the last seven weeks.

The town looked splendid for the visit with some additional flowers and trees added for the occasion.

It is little short of a miracle that with the drought and the difficulties of watering without hose-pipes, the Council and local businesses and residences have managed to put on a magnificent display of colour which proved very effective.

One of the aims of the International Entente Florale is to promote the use of flowers and planting to enhance the environment in which we live and with it the lifestyles and contentment of the population.

For some time past, the Council has been working towards last Thursday’s deadline and, given the weather conditions, fulfilled their mandate effectively.

Dungarvan has been more fortunate than many other towns our size, in that it has had a dedicated gardening section for several decades which has kept up the standards of our parks and open spaces.

More and more it is accepted, better noticed since the visitor population has grown post-Greenway, that Dungarvan is a beautiful town in which to live. This was even more noticeable since last week.

Regardless of the outcome of last week’s judging, which will not be known until the 22nd of September, we know that we live in an exceptional town. It is largely litter-free, with a beautiful seaside aspect and a thriving economic heart and we should understand and proudly acknowledge that.

Very little is known about the other towns spread across Europe which are in the competition, but looking at Dungarvan on a sunny day, people will realise that it will take an exceptional town to get past us.

INCORP. MUNSTER INDUSTRIAL ADVOCATE Serving the community of County Waterford for over a century 1912–2018 Win or not, we do not need European endorsement of the beauty and resilience of Dungarvan, our hometown, we have known that all along.

Investing in education THERE are very few people who suffer a puncture on their car who will get out and investigate why it happened, before looking towards the more important matter of fixing the problem and leaving the musing about the cause until later.

In the most recent surveys on Third Level education in this country, our institutions have fallen in the rankings, with Trinity College, our only qualifying College, falling out of the Top 100 worldwide.

Instead of addressing this deficiency directly, the Government has chosen to examine the system of rankings.

It is widely believed within the education sector that the institutions at all levels are chronically underfunded. Starting with the Primary sector, budgets have to be supplemented by the fund-raising efforts of Parents Councils. This should not be, nor is it necessary.

The under-funding which school committees need to address could be eliminated by the state adding just €100 million to their budgets countrywide.

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Secondary Schools are equally in need of what additional cash their committees can provide, which amounts to another relatively paltry sum in the context of the national budget.

The situation is no better at third level, which is why our colleges have been falling back in the international rankings. Instead of looking to solve the deficiency in the educational system, the Minister of State for Higher Education has chosen to address how the rankings were decided, rather than accept what those in the sector have been saying for years: that there is a cash-related deficiency in our system.

This explanation is not even a band-aid solution, but a deliberate attempt to ignore the problem.

It has been accepted for decades that we have one of the best educational systems in the world, turning out high quality graduates who are sought after across the world.

Foreign businesses migrated here to take advantage of a highly educated workforce, but this may not last for much longer.

The cost of college education is rising rapidly and fewer and fewer students will be able to afford college in the future. This crisis has to be addressed and a great deal more money made available for education.

As a small country, if we lose this educational edge on the rest of the western world and settle for a less well educated population, then we have lost the best advantage we have.

It is widely accepted that with the investment which the nations of the Far East are making in education, particularly at third level, we will quickly be left behind and eventually submerged under a flood of better educated graduates from there.

The signs are there, the experts have predicted the crisis and it is now up to the Government to act.

Whether the culture of this Government which has nakedly neglected housing and health, will allow it to spend money to enhance the people’s education remains to be seen. Major investment, billions perhaps, needs to be made in education and, if we do not do this, then we face the real prospect of being left behind in education and industrial and economic development.

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Successful launch of The Sycamores “THE Sycamores Development located at Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, was launched on Sunday, 22nd July, by Denise Radley Auctioneers who are sole agents on this 36 home development.

We had wonderful success at the launch with over 300 people viewing the house and a large number of sales secured. Bank of Ireland Dungarvan were also present to offer Mortgage advice to a large number of interested Customers.

It is a new exceptionally energy efficient development brought to you by Castle Keep Developments, a developer synonyms for quality, design and craftsmanship.

These elegant spacious homes carry an A2 BER Energy efficient certificate. Boasting an "NZEB" standard certificate (Nearly Zero Energy Building) these future proof homes will also feature underfloor heating on the ground floor serviced by a Panasonic heat pump that will heat the homes and all hot water for less than €200 per year.

The house types are a mixture of three and four bedroom semi-detached homes. They enjoy wonderful sea views of Dungarvan’s Estuary. They are selling turn key with all fixture and fittings included. All appliances are provided and a choice of flooring, kitchens, bathrooms and wardrobes. Prices from €272,000.

For further information call Denise Radley 0876294754 or email denise@radleyauctioneers.com

Pictured (l. to r.): Dominic Losty and Denise Radley, (Denise Radley Auctioneers); Geri Garvey and Karen Darcy (Bank Of Ireland, Dungarvan).

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WILLOW & OAK 2ND ANNIVERSARY FASHION EVENT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Aine Buckley Ann Marie Norris and Bernadine Galvin pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath]

Helen Murphy, aka Daily Diva Diary; Marian Keane, Willow & Oak and Anita Buckley pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath]

Jennifer Hickey, Pat Keane, Willow & Oak and Gerri Garvey, pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath]

Aoife Walsh, Fianait Ui Bhrian, Marian Keane, Willow & Oak and Aine Ui FhoghlĂş pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath.]

Apofe and Mary Walsh pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd [Dan McGrath] Anniversary Fashion Event

Margaret Crotty, Elaine Crotty, Pat Keane, Willow & Oak, and Olive White pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath]

Tracy and Diana O'Flynn pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath.]

Maura McCarthy and Nora Cooney pictured at the Willow & Oak, Dungarvan, 2nd Anniversary Fashion Event.

[Dan McGrath]

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Pictured left cutting the tape to officially launch the Trishaw ‘Saoirse’ are Damien Geoghegan and Cllr. John Pratt.

Trishaw launch ON Tuesday, 10th July, saw the official launch of our Trishaw ‘Saoirse’. Older adults and people with limited mobility now have the opportunity to be driven around in a comfortable 'couch on wheels', at an easy pace, taking in the sights and sounds of nature on the Waterford Greenway, whatever the weather. As Cycling Without Age, who introduced this marvellous idea to Ireland, say 'everyone is entitled to feel the wind in their hair'!

'Saoirse' is the name of our trishaw and this name symbolises the freedom that users of our trishaw can enjoy. It communicates a positive message of Health & Activity for All. It will increase accessibility to the Waterford Greenway particularly for older adults and ultimately will have a positive impact on attitudes of the wider community to accessibility, inclusion and health for all.

The Trishaw which was funded by the Healthy Ireland Fund, is a partnership between Healthy Waterford (a subcommittee of Waterford LCDC), Waterford City & County Council, Waterford Sports Partnership and Deise Day Care

Centre. This Trishaw will be managed by Deise Day Care Centre and residents will be driven by trained volunteers.

We are grateful to a number of people and organisations who made the launch such a success.

A special word of thanks to Harrington’s Bakery of Youghal for donating a beautiful cake for the occasion and David Coleman photography who volunteered to capture special moments on the day.

Thanks also to the Dungarvan Pop Up Pipe Band, who kept the crowds entertained throughout. We are grateful to Cycle Sports who have kindly agreed to keep the bike maintained and in good working order.

There are now 13 Trishaw bikes across Ireland with more on order, taking older adults out on free spins.

If you are interested in volunteering your time to pilot the Trishaw, please contact Deise Day Centre on 058 44556. To access the bike currently, you must be a member of Deise Day Centre.

We hope that this will be the first of many Trishaws in County Waterford.

Dungarvan-Lismore housing update

By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council received 10 housing applications in the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District during June 2018, down from 25 for the same month in 2017 and bringing the total for the year to date to 98.

Meanwhile, there was just one new tenancy for the month and three refusals, with total new tenancies for 2018 standing at 14 so far.

The council has 978 housing units in the Municipal District, of which 24 have been refurbished for re-letting this year.There have been 168 requests for house maintenance so far in 2018, of which 111 have been resolved.

HOUSE BUILDING Three housing capital projects by the local authority are underway in the region at present.

These are listed as Tallow Almshouses (four units), Kilrush

(39 units) and Shandon (five units). Additionally four units at Cappoquin have been completed, while a 20-unit scheme at Dungarvan/Ballinroad is at the works tender stage.

A further 20-unit housing scheme, at Shandon, by the Co-operative Housing Ireland, is also under construction with a revised contract under negotiation.

GRANT SCHEMES A total of €62,955 was allocated in the district in June under Housing Adaptation Grants Schemes. These were: i) one award of €18,240 under housing adaption for people with a disability (max €30,000); ii) five mobility aids scheme allocations (max. €6,000), totalling €26,945; iii) four awards totalling under housing aid for older people (max €8,000) totalling €17,770.

The total awarded for the first six months of 2018 was €119,256, across 21 allocations.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

West Celebrates Official Opening of New Global Manufacturing Facility in Waterford And launch of Westar® Select Component Offering WEST Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (NYSE: WST), a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, on Thursday, 19th July, 2018 announced the official opening of its new Waterford, Ireland facility, a global centre of excellence for West’s advanced manufacturing network, and the launch of a new product line— Westar® Select. Customers and senior-level Irish government officials joined West at a ribboncutting ceremony to celebrate the facility’s opening and to recognise West’s ongoing commitment to improving patient lives through their products and services.

Pictured at the ribbon cutting ceremony of the West new Global Manufacturing Facility in Waterford, Ireland were from left, Bernard Birkett, CFO, West, Mary Buckley, Executive Director, IDA Ireland, Mayor of Waterford City & County Council, Cllr. Declan Doocey, Minister of State for Training, Skills, Innovation, Research and Development, John Halligan TD, Don O'Callaghan, West VP Operations, EU, Minister of State, Dept.of Education, Mary Mitchell TD, Eric Green, President and CEO, West, David Montecalvo, Sr.VP Global Operations & SC, West, Adam Wrench, Director of Operations, West and Alain Wolf, Site Director, West.

[Noel Browne]

Irish Water thanks people of Waterford for continuing efforts to conserve water during unprecedented dry spell

Members of “Unite in the Community” who protested outside the Housing Summit organised by the Waterford City and County Council at the Tower Hotel.

Housing summit "Unite in the Community" Waterford protest and lobby MEMBERS of "Unite in the Community" Waterford, who held a protest and lobby of Cllrs and Officials attending the recent Housing Summit on Friday 20th July, organised by Waterford City and County Council at the Tower Hotel.

Referring to "Rebuilding Ireland" as a failure,

and agreeing with the National Economic & Social Council's recent report's characterisation of Ireland’s housing system as "Speculative,Volatile, and Expensive", Unite members called as a matter of urgency the creation of a State led Construction Consortium to build mixed income Public housing on Public Lands.

IRISH Water and Waterford City and County Council would like to thank the people of Waterford for their continuing efforts to conserve water as we work together to maintain supplies during this unprecedented dry spell.

Combined with work being carried out by our leak repair crews to find and fix leaks throughout the network, this has led to a significant reduction in demand in a number of critical water supply schemes across the county.

However, with the drought set to continue for the foreseeable future, it is important that everyone continues to be responsible in their use of water so that supplies can be maintained and to avoid restrictions.

In Loskeran where night time restrictions had been imposed earlier this month, it has been possible to provisionally lift those restrictions as a result of the savings that have been achieved.

Demand peaked at over 50,000 litres of water per day in early July. This was considerably more than the plant was capable of producing and as a result it was necessary to use tankers to fill up the reservoirs.

The scheme was prioritised by Irish Water for both private side

leakage reduction and also leak detection and repair work on the public network. These measures, along with the water conservation efforts by people in the area, has seen demand fall significantly to 30,000 litres per day. This has allowed tankering to cease and also night-time restrictions to allow the reservoir to fill overnight have not been necessary over the past number of nights.

Demand at the Adamstown plant, which supplies much of Waterford City, has also fallen, from just under 29 million litres per day to approximate 27 million litres per day.

Similarly in Dungarvan, responsible use combined with public and private site leak reduction has resulted in demand falling by approximately 15% when compared with the start of the month.

It is important to note however that these and many other supplies in the county remain on a knife-edge and it is vital that people continue to do all they can to conserve water to avoid further restrictions.

Brian O’Leary, Irish Water’s Operations Lead for Waterford, urged people throughout the county to continue to act responsibly in the use of water.

“We would like to thank the people of Waterford for their continuing efforts to conserve water during this unprecedented dry spell. This reduction in demand combined with our ongoing efforts to find and fix leaks throughout the network has allowed us to ease restrictions in some areas and better manage atrisk supplies around the county.

“However, it is important that we do not become complacent and continue to everything we can to keep demand down. As a result of the unprecedented dry spell, it will take sustained rainfall over many weeks and even months to replenish raw water levels in rivers, lakes and groundwater sources and treated drinking water levels in our storage reservoirs. In the meantime we all have a role to play in conserving water. Simple steps like taking a short shower instead of a bath, turning off taps and fixing leaks in outside taps or farm troughs all help to make a difference.

We are also reminding people to report any leaks they see in the public network by calling 1850 278 278 or on the Irish Water website.

For more water conservation tips please see https://www.water.ie/conservation/

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

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Misty weather for 11th Walk to the Cunnigar THE 11th Annual Walk to the Cunnigar organised by the Dungarvan Hillwalking Club took place last Sunday when a large number of participants numbering 330, of all ages and from a wide area took part.

Some had travelled from as far as Newbridge and Wicklow to take part and loved the unique experience. This walk, as well as raising funds for charity – this year the Lions Club is the beneficiary – commemorates the journeys of the women of the Ring Peninsula who regularly waded through the water, Summer and Winter, to take the fish to the Dungarvan market

and bring back household supplies from the town.

The magnificent weather of the previous six weeks or so had disappeared overnight and rather than tee-shirts, people had to dress for wet conditions. Despite a foggy and misty start, the large gathering departed on time at 2.00 p.m. in high spirits and looking forward to the challenge and the chat as they crossed the Western Bay. Young and old splashed through the almost warm water, - temperature 18C - carefully avoiding submerged rocks until they reached the sandy beach of the Cunnigar turning right for

Gortnadiha and eventually the hospitality of Tig an Cheoil in Ballinagoul.

One of the oldest participants, Paddy Power of Carriglea, who was born and reared in Mitchell Street, took to the water enthusiastically and successfully made the crossing. He was eager to see the field where he and his friends used to play games in their childhood. One of the most popular of those games, was hurling which they played on the same sod on which the local golfers had played a generation before.

They had to be careful to watch the tide which provided only a short window before it

The long line of walkers heading for the Cunnigar and eventually Tig an Cheoil in Ballinagoul.

[Tom Keith]

became too deep and the current too strong to cross safely back home.

On one of the occasions they overstayed, Paddy and friends ran as fast as they could and just caught ferryman, Paddy Kenealy about to leave the point on his last run of the day to the Lookout.

“Hop in,” he said, and they were delighted to accept his offer getting home barely in time for tea. Paddy was there last at about the age of ten and was very pleased that he could still make the crossing which is a memorable part of his childhood.

The ruins of the last house to be inhabited on the Cunnigar are still to be seen and it is written that the Augustinian Archbishop Sheehan of Sydney, President of Maynooth College and cofounder of Coláiste na Rinne heard his first Irish conversation there.

Linda Humphreys, Secretary of the Dungarvan Hillwalking Club, which initiated this walk eleven years ago was supervising the ‘tail of the field’ to see that everyone was safe.

“The rain certainly has not dampened people’s spirits,” she said. “It is a great turnout, and I am somewhat surprised, but very

Daniela Scherf from Germany and Siobhán Fahey are well prepared for the crossing.

[Tom Keith] pleased at the numbers who are taking part. It is a pity though that after six or more weeks of dry, sunny conditions, that the weather should break just now.

“We are headed to Tig an Cheoil in Ring, crossing the Western Bay and will then walk the Cunnigar passing by the oyster beds until we reach Ballinagoul where there will be a hot cup of tea waiting.”

Some years ago, Liam Suipéil, former Bainisteoir of the Coláiste and local historian carried out extensive research on the Cunnigar and he produced a very comprehensive report on his most interesting findings on the origin, occupation, wildlife, and history of the spit of land which helps to protect the town from crashing waves in stormy conditions.

The Power family from Carriglea, led by Paddy Power, with the Finnegan family from Wexford, the Ryan family from Cork and the Kiely family, Ballingown, with Tom and family from Kilmurray.

[Tom Keith]

John O’Sullivan, Ciana O’Sullivan, Josephine Ryan, Samantha Foley and Noel Kelly are ready for the crossing.

A happy international group with ‘great diversity’ Mary Beresford shepherds her group for a photo before the crossing.

[Tom Keith]

Michelle Spratt, Anne Harnett, Linda Humphreys, Secretary, Dungarvan Hillwalking Club; Declan Caffrey and Richard Reeve pause for a photo half way across the Western Bay. [Tom Keith]

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Hedge cutting debated at Lismore-Dungarvan Municipality meeting

By Christy Parker HEDGE cutting on local roads is “very clearly” the responsibility of landowners, who undertake the work during the MaySeptember nesting season if there are health and safety issues, Senior Engineer for Roads Gabriel Hynes told July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting.

The Engineer was speaking after Cllr.Tom Cronin had urged the council to “put a bit of a spur on” due to parts of some roads being “nearly impassable”, with overgrowth liable to scratch cars and lead to accidents. The Councillor described the junctions on regional roads in and out of Ardmore as “deadly dangerous”, with grass growing “onto the road surface itself ” and badly affecting sightlines.

Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell in concurrence said he believed the thousands of euros TII spends annually on cutting hedges on the wider N25 roads would be

better spent on narrow regional roads.

HEADACHE Cllr. James Tobin revealed that as a councillor he was “getting a slight headache”, because under health and safety considerations one junction might be cut but another junction a half a mile up the road that was “just as dangerous or more so” might be omitted. “It’s a problem for us as councillors where to draw the line”, he said.

Mr. Hynes explained that in regard to national primary roads, maintained by TII,“a lot of hedge cutting on heavily trafficked roads relates to sight lines on side roads.”

Regarding regional roads, the Council was “doing dangerous junctions and approaches to towns and villages and on main tourist routes.” Landowners meanwhile had the responsibility to deal with local routes.

Cllr. Tobin then asked that, given the partiality for scenic routes, would the entire road

from Cappoquin to Youghal and “straight through, past Knockanore and Glendine” have its hedges cut?! The Engineer, maintaining his own direction, reiterated that “approaches to tourism villages and high traffic

roads reaching to beaches” would have hedges maintained within the Council’s available resources.

“In fairness to landowners”, he added, “a lot of cutting is being carried out and I’d encourage them to continue that.”

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Sign at Ballinacourty ‘too obtrusive’ says Councillor

By Christy Parker COUNCILLOR Damien Geoghegan has criticised Waterford Council for placing a “very obtrusive” sign at the Ballinacourty pier. The area is popular amongst bathers but equally is regarded as a scenic attraction for visitors, drawn to the picturesque setting, spectacular sunsets, etc.

The Dungarvan-based Councillor told July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting that the sign, advising bathers not to swim there, would be more aesthetically beneficial on a wall rather than on a pole. He felt the Council should try dealing with issues before erecting signage and causing “more clutter.”

Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes explained the health and safety motive behind the sign, while conceding that it could have been better located. Senior executive engineer Josephine McGrath added that the Council had failed, for now at least, to get funding from the Department of Marine for alternative works at the location.

Oblivious to aestheticism, Cllr.

Séamus O’Donnell then decided to seek a warning sign for Helvick pier also where, he reported, “a young fellow was badly injured a few weeks ago.”

Cllr. Geoghegan, exasperated,

sighed, “We’ll have tourists coming looking at signs!”, as he lamented Cllr. O’Donnell’s request. “Have you an objection about me wanting a sign?”, replied Cllr. O’Donnell tersely, sparking a brief but noisy exchange between the two representatives, which Cathaoirleach John Pratt moved quickly to diffuse.

A PIER IN THE DARK Cllr. O’Donnell produced another crow to pluck minutes later after Cllr. Siobhán Whelan asked “when in the name of God will lighting be turned on at Ardmore pier?”

Mr. Hynes said there were two locations set for illumination in Ardmore, one being the approach to the beach and the other the pier. The contractor was there that very morning and he hoped the switch would be flicked, so to speak, for the Winter! “It’s a long process from procurement to completion”, he advised, without detail “and I’ll keep you posted.”

Cllr. O’Donnell, unimpressed

by Cllr. Whelan’s intercession proclaimed aloud that he had “raised Ardmore pier lighting issues a year or more ago and Cllr.Whelan is now taking credit for it!” Cllr.Whelan denied “taking credit for anything”, while insisting she had been liaising with fishermen in Ardmore for more than a year, also.” There must be an election looming.

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Meet the people who make Food & Drink the Waterford Way – their place, their history, their community, their stories

Grainne Walsh, Metalman Brewing

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Town and country footpath concerns aired at Municipality meeting

By Christy Parker

METALMAN Brewing is well on its way to becoming a Waterford institution - and it’s not even a decade old. Back in 2011 - when Grainne Walsh decided that she’d had enough of the rat race - she packed in her well paying I.T. job and decided to take a chance on a dream. Herself and her partner Tim had dabbled in brewing before but from the dismay about the current state of the micro-brewery industry in Ireland, Metalman was born.

“I wanted to do something I was passionate about,” Grainne said.

“I researched the beer industry and volunteered at a brewery over in the UK to get some experience and more knowledge about the industry.”

For the first year, Tim stayed in his IT job while Grainne became the first employee of Metalman Brewing Company. In 2012 they moved into their new brewing facility in Tycor and soon,Tim packed in his job and joined them. They’ve gone from strength to strength ever since, constantly finding new ways to push the envelope and stretch the capabilities of the humble beer.

“When we released our American style Pale Ale on the market it was the first of its kind at the time,” Grainne said. “We were enjoying the originality and innovation so followed it with more beers that were quite unique in the market such as Windjammer, which was an amber beer brewed with hops from New Zealand and Alternator, which was a Belgian style wheat beer with black pepper and nutmeg.

We constantly wanted to do new stuff because, simply, brewing new beers is a lot of fun.”

Always ready to try something weird and wonderful, Metalman’s next step was their first collaboration with a local food producer.

“Dermot Walsh from Walsh’s Bakehouse arrived at my door with an empty bottle of beer one day,” Grainne said. “He had been in Belgium and tasted a beer made with waste bread. It was a perfect storm because he was looking for something interesting and exciting to do with his famous Blaa and we were ready to try something new as well.”

And so, Blaager was born, and very quickly became one of Metalman’s most sought after beers. It remains a symbol of innovation and also how effective two local companies can be when they work together.

“I think it’s important for small producers to recognise that we are very much the Davids in the David versus Goliath world that is the food and beverage industry,” Grainne said. “We have to work together to make sure that we are doing our thing with each other’s support.

It can be a nasty industry when you’re competing against the big companies with huge power, so it’s nice to know that there are so many other local food innovators that have each other’s backs.”

What motivates you?

“Making people happy,” Grainne said. “There are days when things go wrong and then you’ll pull a beer for someone and they’ll say ‘this is one of the nicest beers I’ve ever tasted and it makes it all worthwhile.”

What do you think of the food and beverage industry in 2018?

“It’s multi-faceted on a very macro, large scale and can be quite a depressing place,” Grainne said. “The only thing that lifts us is the surfeit of amazing small producers that are doing really interesting things and fighting back against bland, mass produced ethically challenged food and drinks.”

What’s next for Metalman Brewing?

“Well we’ve recently opened our bar on the Quay in Waterford City and that was a big move for us, and something we always wanted to do,” Grainne said. “Aside from that, we brought our beers to China for the first time this year and the Irish Government have asked me to go to Argentina in September to represent the Irish Craft Beer Industry.”

Want to learn more – check out www.foodthewaterfordway.com or follow us @Waterford_Way

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

WATERFORD Council will re-commence footpath repairs at Dungarvan’s O’Connell Street once Irish Water is finished lead replacement works in the area, Senior Executive Engineer for roads Josephine McGrath told July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipality meeting.

The Engineer said public lighting on the street will also be upgraded with about €16,000 grant aid available the for the projects under the €80,000 town and village renewal scheme.

DUNGARVAN FOOTPATHS Earlier Cllr.

Damien

Geoghegan complained that the footpaths between Grattan Square and Davitt’s Quay – close to the Lady Belle pub – were in “an appalling condition.”This, he claimed, was despite a commitment given that restoration works would ensue following the Grattan square scheme.

Cllr. Geoghegan called for “a major injection of funding for Dungarvan’s roads and footpaths”, particularly in lieu of the huge increase in visitor numbers and improved business. “And we need to look after the infrastructure across the estates too”, he added.

Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes agreed that the areas mentioned warranted repairs but the

money would have to come from capital funding as the district budget wouldn’t cover it. He suggested it be borne in mind when the next capital programme was being decided at plenary level.

Cllr. James Tobin observed that it was up to the eight councillors to unite during the capital programme negotiations to “fight for our share.”

Cllr. Geoghegan remained insistent that a commitment had been given regarding the Lady Belle area. “It was committed to already” he fumed “and just because Engineer involved may have retired doesn’t mean that the plan should retire with him!”

Mr. Hynes repeated that the money wasn’t available.

DISTRICT’S FOOTPATHS Meanwhile, Cllr. John Pratt rued what he saw as the absence of a “genuine footpath programme” for the district generally. He referenced someone having a fall in Lismore recently and Cllr. Tobin bringing him home.

Cllr. Pratt said funding must be found for footpaths in towns and villages as it was an issue being repeatedly raised. “I understood the property tax was supposed to go in part towards footpaths”, he said with a straight face, “and I don’t believe that happened or that we’ve made any progress on it.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell against current proposals to realign Cushcam junction Roundabout would be safer option, he says AN Independent Councillor has voiced his extreme objection to the proposed realignment of the notorious Cushcam junction on the N25, saying the plan doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go far enough and will make the junction much more dangerous than it already is, writes Paul Mooney.

Cllr. Seamus Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell, who is also Chairperson of the Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SPC (Strategic Policy Committee) on Transport and Roads, said a roundabout at the Cushcam junction would make it much safer for motorists, particularly those coming from the Wood Road who want to turn down into Garranbane.

Proposals to change the Cushcam junction were put on public display for submissions (which ended on 5th July, last).

The Cushcam junction is a staggered junction on the N25, intersected at a skewed angle by the L3005 to the north (Wood Road) and the L3013 to the TO D UNG ARV AN

South (Garranbane Road, leading to Garranbane National School).

Traffic at this junction is extremely busy, particularly around school drop-off and collection times. Many families whose children attend Garranbane N.S. live on the north side of the junction, up the Wood Road.

The stretch of N25 from Cushcam Cross up to the Pike Hill has been a collision blackspot over the past two decades.

The proposed realignment aims to widen the junction, but there are fears that N25 will increase as a result, so there is a proposal to erect electronic driver feedback signs on each side of the junction on the N25 to display the speed of each passing car.

However, Cllr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think these proposed changes go far enough because traffic coming from the Wood

Road still have to cross the busy junction to continue down towards Garranbane N.S. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m asking the TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) to take another look at this and plan for a roundabout at the junction - a roundabout is the safest answer,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The TII have plenty of money to put in a roundabout along with public lighting. It makes more sense and would be much safer. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty of room for a roundabout and if need be, they should CPO the land and get it done.â&#x20AC;?

Cllr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell said he has been campaigning for road safety measures at Cushcam Cross ever since he was elected. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But, I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t vote in favour of this proposal because it will make the junction more dangerous than it already is. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d prefer a roundabout at Cushcam junction, it would be the safest option,â&#x20AC;? Cllr. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Donnell added.

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Late night public order offences struck out A MAN who intervened with Gardaí in a late night incident had a public order charge struck out when he made a donation to the court poor box.

Aonghus Ó Faolain (28) with an address at Helvick Head, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act and being intoxicated in public, contrary to Section 4 of the Public Order Act, at T. F. Meagher Street, Dungarvan, on 22nd October, 2017.

Inspector Larry Sheahan told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that Gardaí had stopped to assist a young lady in difficulty at around 3.30 a.m. on the

night in question.

“The accused approached Gardaí and started being abusive. He had to be arrested,” he said.

Solicitor David Burke said his client has no previous convictions and pleaded guilty at an early opportunity.

“On the night in question he had too much alcohol.

He is employed and is into sports. He would welcome an opportunity to maintain a clean record,” Mr. Burke said.

“He has learned a valuable lesson and apologises to the Gardaí.”

A donation of €300 was made to the court poor box and Judge Marie Keane struck out the public order charges.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Woman fined for handling stolen property A DUNGARVAN native who was part of a trio of females involved in theft from a local retailer was fined last week.

Shannon Power (23) now with an address at 44 Morgan Street, Waterford, pleaded guilty to handling stolen property at Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, on 27th September, 2017.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Marie Keane that three females entered New Look. He said one of the females, wearing a baseball hat, tried on a jacket and left the store without paying, while the other two

females distracted the staff.

CCTV was viewed and the accused was identified. She was later located at Davitt’s Quay and the stolen clothing was recovered in a resaleable condition.

Insp. Sheahan said the value of the property taken was approximately €57.97.

“The accused made an admission to handling stolen property. She may have been under the influence of other females,” Insp.

Sheahan said.

The accused has previous convictions.

Solicitor David Burke said his client was under the influence of older females who

were more experienced in this type of behaviour.

“She foolishly engaged with them and she held onto the bag,” Mr. Burke said.

“When she was identified from the CCTV she admitted her involvement. She deeply regrets the matter and there has been nothing since.

“My client had her own difficulties earlier in life and she moved away from Dungarvan.”

Judge Keane imposed a €200 fine on the accused, allowing her four months to pay the fine.

Probation report sought on woman who admitted sharing cannabis with friends A PROBATION Service report was sought on a local woman who admitted sharing cannabis with friends.

Laura Tutty (35) with an address at 13 Convent Lodge, Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for sale and / or supply, contrary to Section 15 of the Misuse of Drugs Act; and possession of the drug for her own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act.

At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Maria Keane that Gardaí carried out a search of 13 Convent Lodge, where she was staying at the time.

“Cannabis was found, approximately €30 worth. She admitted sharing it between friends,” Insp. Sheahan said.

The court heard that the accused has two previous convictions under Section 3 of the

Misuse of Drugs Act. Solicitor David Burke said his client had been “doing well and abstaining” but had experienced a tragedy in recent times.

He asked the court to consider a Probation Service report on his client to see how the services could assist her.

Judge Keane adjourned the case to 10th October, 2018, for a Probation Service report.

Road traffic prosecutions at the District Court DRIVING at ten kilometres over a special speed limit of 50 km/h cost an Abbeyside motorist €200 in court last week Christopher Keenan, with an address at 1 St. Monica’s Terrace, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, was fined €200 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 60 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on the R675 at Abbeyside, on 21st October, 2017.

Solicitor David Burke strongly objected to the Gardaí presenting information in court, as the witness in the box (the Go Safe operator) was present to give evidence and it was up to the Go Safe operator to make enquiries regarding the ownership of the vehicle.

However, Inspector Larry Sheahan said the Go Safe operator’s only requirement in court was to give evidence in relation to operating the apparatus, whereas the Gardaí presents the details about the ownership of the vehicle.

Mr. Burke argued that the information presented by the Gardaí in court was not produced as evidence.

“What is stated by the Inspector is not evidence,” Mr. Burke said.

He argued there was no proof of vehicle ownership presented

to the court as evidence.

Judge Marie Keane over-ruled Mr. Burke’s objections, stating the court was satisfied that the ownership of the vehicle has been established.

Mr. Burke also argued that there was no evidence of proof that the fixed charge penalty notice was sent to the accused.

But Judge Keane ruled that the statutory procedures have been proved.

In mitigation, Mr. Burke said his client is the father of two young children and said his client’s speed “was not excessive”.

Handing down the €200 fine, Judge Keane directed that it be paid within three months.

•••••••••• A DRIVER was convicted in his absence from court last week, of exceeding the national speed limit.

Gavin Howard, with an address at 9A Windmill Heights, Wexford, was fined €300 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after the vehicle he was driving was detected travelling at 115 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Lemybrien, on 9th October last year.

The initial fixed penalty notice was sent to a company, which nominated the accused as the

driver of the vehicle on the day.

Inspector Larry Sheahan said a fixed penalty notice was then sent to the accused, but it was never paid.

Handing down the €300 fine, Judge Marie Keane directed that it be paid within four months.

•••••••••• A MOTORIST who was detected driving at 26 km/h over the national speed limit was fined last week.

Maurice Purcell, with an address at Kiltealy, Enniscorthy, Wexford, was fined €300 in his absence at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 126 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Kilmacthomas, on 22nd December, 2017.

•••••••••• A DRIVER was fined in court last week in relation to a speeding offence.

Paul Ingle, with an address at Carrig Cottage, Carrigloe, Cobh, Cork, was fined €300 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 112 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Lemybrien on

16th March, 2017.

The accused did not appear in court.

•••••••••• PARKING on double yellow lines resulted in a fine in court last week for a motorist.

Kieran Tuohy, with an address at 26 Longfield Drive, Longfield, Cashel Road, Clonmel, was fined €250 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which was issued after Gardaí observed his vehicle parked on double yellow lines at Mitchel Street, Dungarvan, on 11th January, 2018.

•••••••••• A MAN who drove at speed along a Dungarvan street was found to be over the legal drink driving limit.

Robertas Kipsidze (38) with an address at 3 Dene’s Yard, Cappoquin, pleaded guilty to driving a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, contrary to Section 4 of the Road Traffic Act, at John Treacy Street, Dungarvan, on 4th June, 2017.

Inspector Larry Sheahan told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that Gardaí observed the accused driving his vehicle at speed on the date in question.

When stopped by Gardaí, they

detected a strong smell of alcohol from the accused.

A urine sample which was provided at Dungarvan Garda Station revealed a concentration of 94 mg alcohol per 100 ml urine.

The court heard that the accused has a previous conviction under the Road Traffic Act. Solicitor Niall King said his client has pleaded guilty at an early opportunity.

He said the accused has been living here for several years, works as a general factory operative, and is the father of one child.

Judge Marie Keane handed down a €250 fine and disqualified the accused from driving for one year.

•••••••••• A DRIVER from An Rinn who collided with another vehicle then drove off was fined last week for careless driving.

Gary Hynds (19) with an address at Helvick Head, An Rinn, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to careless driving, contrary to Section 52 of the Road Traffic Act, at Coolagh Road Service Station, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 11th December, 2017.

Inspector Larry Sheahan outlined at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the accused had finished at the pump and

paid for his fuel. It was as he was leaving that he “reversed awkwardly” and impacted with a jeep which was parked nearby.

Insp. Sheahan told Judge Marie Keane that the damage caused to the jeep was €700 worth.

The accused drove away after the impact.

Insp. Sheahan said the incident was captured on CCTV and the accused was co-operative with the Gardaí.

Solicitor Niall King said his client got out to inspect if there was damage.

“It was dark and the jeep was not parked in a lit-up area,” Mr. King said.

“My client took a quick look and didn’t see any damage.”

He said his client lives at home with his father and works locally.

He said his client “has issues, physically and psychologically, as the result of an accident a few years ago”.

“My client should have left his number at the jeep. He didn’t think he had caused any damage and drove away. He has paid full compensation to the injured party,” Mr. King added.

Judge Keane noted that compensation has been paid.

She imposed a €250 fine on the accused for the careless driving charge, but did not impose a driving disqualification.

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Dungarvan GardaĂ­ involved in joint intelligence operation â&#x201A;Ź10k worth of drugs seized GARDAĂ? from the Drugs Unit in Dungarvan were involved in a joint intelligence-led operation targeting drug importations in the Fermoy area last week, which seized drugs with an estimated value of â&#x201A;Ź10,000.

The operation was conducted by Revenueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Customs

Service and also included the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau.

The operation focused on a residential address in Fermoy last Monday, 16th July.

During this operation, a package was seized by Customs, which contained

approximately half a kilogramme of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of â&#x201A;Ź10,000, together with other drugs paraphernalia, tablets, and a quantity of cash.

A 33-year-old male was arrested as part of the operation

by GardaĂ­.

He was detained at Dungarvan Garda Station under the provisions of Section 2 of the Criminal Justice Drug Trafficking Act 1996.

He has been released pending a file being submitted to the office of the DPP. Investigations are continuing.

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Woman was highly intoxicated and abusive to GardaĂ­ A WOMAN who was highly intoxicated and abusive to members of the GardaĂ­ was fined in court last week for a public order offence.

Kelsey Delaney (23) with an address at 64 Childers Estate, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act, at the Beeches, Dungarvan, on 26th November, 2017.

She also pleaded guilty to a charge of being intoxicated in public at the same location and date.

At last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Marie Keane that GardaĂ­ were called to the Beeches housing estate on the date in question. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The accused was in a highly intoxicated state and she was abusive to the GardaĂ­ and others in the area. The accused was arrested and she remonstrated

with GardaĂ­ on the way to Dungarvan Garda Station. She was detained until sober,â&#x20AC;? Insp.

Sheahan said.

The court heard the accused has three previous convictions relating to road traffic offences.

Solicitor David Burke said his client â&#x20AC;&#x153;isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a drinking ladyâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She had too much to drink on the night. This was in the early hours of the morning. She regrets her actions and apologises. It was behaviour unbecoming of a mother,â&#x20AC;? Mr. Burke said, adding: â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is the mother of one child and is due to due give birth in a few weeks.â&#x20AC;?

He said his client has moved out of Dungarvan, â&#x20AC;&#x153;away from parties who may have been leading her astrayâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She is in a steady relationship,â&#x20AC;? he added.

Judge Keane handed down a â&#x201A;Ź250 fine for the Section 6 charge and marked the Section 4 charge as proven and taken into consideration.

Fine for man who supplied friends with cannabis A MAN who admitted supplying cannabis to his friends was fined in court last week.

Mark Earley (27) with an address at 8 Cluain Garbhain, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being in possession of cannabis for sale and / or supply, contrary to Section 15 of the Misuse of Drugs Act at his home on 5th August, 2017.

He also pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at The Tracks, Abbeyside, on 26th June, 2017.

At last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Marie Keane that GardaĂ­ searched the accused at The Tracks on 26th June, last year, and found him in possession of a small amount of cannabis.

He said a search was conducted of the accusedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home on 5th August, last year, and â&#x201A;Ź60 worth of cannabis was found.

Insp. Sheahan said the accused admitted to supplying the drug to some of his friends. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He was co-operative with the GardaĂ­.â&#x20AC;?

Solicitor Michael McLoughlin, confirmed his client â&#x20AC;&#x153;co-operated fully with the GardaĂ­â&#x20AC;? and even went as far as to sign the Garda notebook on the date.

He said his client is in fulltime employment, is in a relationship and plays soccer.

Mr. McLoughlin acknowledged his client was supplying cannabis to his friends â&#x20AC;&#x153;purely to purchase more cannabis for himself â&#x20AC;?.

Judge Keane said she found it â&#x20AC;&#x153;disturbingâ&#x20AC;? that the accused â&#x20AC;&#x153;was supplying cannabis to other users he regards as friendsâ&#x20AC;?.

Under the Section 15 charge, Judge Keane handed down a â&#x201A;Ź200 fine and marked the Section 3 charge as proven and taken into consideration.

Meeting to be scheduled between Council and Steering Committee for Technological University of the South East IT will likely be September before a meeting is organised between Waterford Council and the Steering Committee of a Technological University of the South East.

Cllr. Eddie Mulligan had sought the meeting previously.

At the July Plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council, he asked if there was an update or any date proposed for the meeting between the two bodies?

Meetings Administrator, Honor Dunphy, confirmed the Council would be in contact

with the Steering Committee to organise a meeting.

She pointed out that with holiday leave over the next several weeks, it will more than likely be September before a meeting can be arranged.

Cllr. Mulligan cautioned that the meeting would have to be held before the submission deadline date for WIT, which is late September.

Ms. Dunphy confirmed she was looking at early September for the meeting between the Council and Steering Committee.

Fine for possession of cannabis herb A BALLYMACARBRY man who was found in possession of cannabis herb was fined last week.

Graham Guiry (27) with an address at Knockatrellane, Ballymacarbry, pleaded guilty to possession of cannabis herb for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at Crossbridge Street, Dungarvan, on 27th October, 2017.

At last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Marie Keane that the accused stopped by a Garda patrol on the night in question.

Following a search, they found the accused in possession of â&#x201A;Ź100 worth of cannabis herb.

The court heard the accused six previous convictions in relation to Road Traffic Offences.

Solicitor Niall King said his client is the father of one child and his partner is expecting their second child. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He is a native of Ballymacarbry and is employed as a general operative at a factory in Clonmel. He apologises to the court for this matter,â&#x20AC;? Mr. King said.

Judge Keane handed down a â&#x201A;Ź200 fine.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Entente judges pleased with Dungarvan HAVING prepared diligently since January for the visit of the Judges of the European Entente Florale Competition, the results of the City and County Council’s combined efforts to further beautify the town of Dungarvan came under day-long scrutiny last Thursday.

Among the Council’s partners in the enterprise were the Tidy Towns Committee whose litter campaign inspired an extra effort from the public through the Summer.

Along with various voluntary organisations and businesses throughout the town which ensured that their premised were resplendent for the day.

The International Judges representing eight countries arrived in Dungarvan on Wednesday evening and were ready for a full day’s work on Thursday morning when they arrived at the Civic Offices at 8.30 a.m.

The initial business was to raise the official Entente Florale Flag, which was carried out with due solemnity by the Mayor, Cllr. Dec Doocey and Cathaoirleach, John Pratt and Chairman of the Judging panel, Rudi Geerardyn in the presence of his fellow Judges and invited guests. A commemorative tree was also planted beside the Civic Offices to mark the important occasion. The party then entered the Council Chamber passing some magnificent floral displays courtesy of Dungarvan Flower Club which were admired and remarked on by the Judges and guests.

Despite weekend forecasts which suggested that it would be raining on the special day, it turned out to be one of our sunny days, typical of what we have had for almost two months now.

Opening their six hour tour of the town and district, the Judges were officially received in the Council Chamber by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Declan Doocey, the Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council, Cllr. John Pratt, Cllrs.

Damien Geoghegan, Siobhán Whelan and Pat Nugent. Also present were Michael Walsh, Chief Executive, WCCC, Fearghal Reidy, Director of Corporate Affairs and Raymond Moloney, Senior Executive Officer in charge of the Environment Department.

Earlier, Fearghal Reidy, Director of Corporate Affairs gave a presentation which demonstrated Dungarvan’s commitment to the criteria for Entente Florale and to the environment in general, as set out in the portfolio which was issued to the Judges prior to the event.There were also specialists from WCCC present and at various stages along the route, who dealt with the various points raised by the Judges.

After the formalities, the Judges were taken along the chosen route which showed in detail the implementation of the aspirations con-

tained in the Competition Portfolio.

While the sunny conditions cheered everyone as they visited each location, the sun served to show the devastation which it had wrought on the beds of flowers, especially along the bypass, where the former swathes of colour were wilting under the relentless heat and lack of water.

However, in the town the beds of geraniums, roses and begonias were resplendent and the individual displays of flowers outside some business premises made the town aglow almost as well as the Christmas lights.

THE TOUR The Judges were taken first to the panoramic view from The Sweep so that they could establish the beautiful setting in which the town is centred and its close proximity to the sea.

There, Hugh O’Brien, Senior Executive Planner, gave a comprehensive overview of the town and the hinterland, together with the substantial greenbelt on the landward side.

Later, the group made a short stop at The Seanchai for some light refreshments and to experience the interior of the 19th Century Inn. At GSK, Brian Fox, Site Director and Michael Dee, Site Utilities Engineer gave a very comprehensive presentation on the working of the Bio-mass power unit. Noting that all of the wood fuel which was used to power their boilers is what might be termed useless, they pointed out that the ash which was finally produced was only 0.27% of the actual wood itself which emerged wet from the process. This is used to fertilise the land. All wood is sourced from renewable forests and from a 50km radius of the plant.

At St. Mary’s Primary School, some of the students, who were placed at different points of the schoolyard, spoke of the school’s commitment to the environment and their work to win the fourteen Green Flags with which the school was awarded. The Judges inspected the well laid out beds of flowers and vegetables, the care of which had taken so much extra effort in what is an exceptionally dry Summer. The Judges, and those who accompanied them, were greatly impressed with the presentation, both verbal and visual.

In Grattan Square where additional trees and flowers have been added over the Summer, William Whelan gave a comprehensive presentation on the history of the place and the historic events which took place there over the years. He also explained the significance of the thirty-three plaques placed in the footpaths around the Square highlighting the events and lifestyle of the area over the centuries.

Fearghal Reidy spoke of the comprehensive re-development of the Square which was undertaken under the Smarter Travel programme.

At the Sean Dún Allotments, Henry Moloney and Billy Phelan,

Chairman of the Allotments Committee together with Siobhán Hubbard from Community Development outlined the history of the allotments and their benefits to those who worked them.

LUNCH With over half of the route covered, the group broke for lunch in Causeway Tennis Club overlooking the harbour at near full tide.This was provided by Dungarvan Chef, Eunice Power and her staff and comprised of local produce imaginatively and enticingly presented. This included a variety of local vegetables, cheeses and breads. Outside of the four active tennis courts and the bowling greens well occupied with players, the Judges were thrilled by the view from the windows across the harbour with its array of yachts, sailing boats and other craft.

Eoin Dullea outlined the history of Walton Park and other amenities beside the Causeway, as well as the business premises, all of which were developed on land reclaimed from the estuary. He also explained who the Park is named for and Ernest Walton’s achievements which gained him the Nobel Prize in 1951.

At Barnawee, Bernadette Guest, Heritage Officer with WCCC spoke of the natural environment and the biodiversity of Dungarvan, particularly the Natura 2000 Network and how the Council involves the community in wildlife surveys and co-ordinates with other bodies including Waterford Institute of Technology. She also spoke of the assistance they give with the provision of pollinators and the special planting areas for bees on the Greenway and elsewhere.

The Judges then cycled along the Greenway by the eastern end of the harbour to Seapark viewing the natural habitats of the marine and bird wildlife. Also on view were the grasses and wild flowers where bees thrive and the ‘bee hotels’ made and located by the members of the MensShed. Their representative, Nickey Sheehan explained their involvement in the project and their satisfaction at being part of the promotion.

GREENWAY BENEFITS There also, Richard Walsh, Head of Enterprise with the Local Enterprise Office, spoke of the many benefits of the Greenway especially in the additional numbers it has brought to the area, not just to Dungarvan but in the many Tourism attractions and to the hospitality industry in the district. He spoke also of the consistent and substantial use of the facility and the growing number of visitors which numbered 250,000 over twelve months.

At the Tourist Office, Jenny Beresford, CEO of the Chamber of Commerce gave a comprehensive overview of the strong tourism numbers which continue to grow, as do the number of businesses which cater for them.

Mayor of Waterford City and County Council Councillor Declan Doocey and Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan/Lismore Councillor John Pratt raising the Entente Florale Flag with chief Entente Florale Europe judge Rudi Geerard at Civic Offices, Dungarvan, during the judging of Dungarvan in the Entente Florale Europe 2018.

[David Clynch Photography]

Judges of Entente Florale Europe pictured with Waterford County Council staff and Dungarvan Tidy Towns members on the steps of Gibbons Park, Dungarvan, during the judging for the Entente Florale Europe 2018.

[David Clynch Photography] Before going to their final destination at St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, the entourage visited the World War I Commemorative Wall where over 1,100 names of the fallen are inscribed.

A very comprehensive and interesting history of the project and the involvement of the many volunteers from Dungarvan, was given by Jim Shine, one of the original promoters of the memorial.

At St. Mary’s Church of Ireland the party enjoyed refreshments in the Vintage Tea Rooms and viewed the magnificent architecture of the interior and exterior of the Church.

Dean Dreaper, Jenny Cashin and Kate Douglas with other volunteers were present to welcome the guests and answered the Judges questions on their preservation of the buildings and the upgrade of the grounds.

The Judges were entranced, as were all present, with the magnificent playing of haunting Irish airs by

Flautist, Evana Mansfield and pianist, Daniel Kearney in the quiet solitude of the old Church. This was a memory of a special moment everyone took away from the event.

SEAFRONT After their afternoon tea, the Judges completed their inspections gazing over the waters of the harbour and bay which they had first witnessed just six hours before from the viewing point at The Sweep. On the seafront the views to Ring and Ballinacourty were magnificent and were guaranteed to melt the hearts of any Judges. They were just in time to see the young sailors come around the point of the Cunnigar after a day’s sailing and instruction, a sight which added to the magical panorama.

The Judges were obviously highly impressed by what they saw and heard on their extensive tour, but the town will have to wait until midSeptember for a result.

However, Dungarvan can be

justifiably proud of how it looked and the many people, both Council employees and volunteers through the Tidy Towns Committee and other organisations, rendered it a very justifiable selection as one of the two national representative towns.

The long and busy day ended with a gathering in The Moorings of all the volunteers who had helped in a wide variety of ways in the months prior to the visit and who helped also to make Adjudication Day run smoothly. In the relaxed atmosphere of The Moorings, good wishes were exchanged between the Judges and the Mayor on what had been a successful day and eight month campaign.

To conclude, Ann Marie Rossiter, Chairperson of the Tidy Towns Committee presented each of the Judges with a commemorative piece of pottery specially commissioned for the occasion and bearing the Entente Florale logo.

Formal welcome for Entente judges PROMPTLY at 8.30 a.m. last Thursday, the European Jury of Entente Florale 2018 arrived at the Civic Offices for a formal welcome.

They were met by Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr.

Declan Doocey, the Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council, Cllr. John Pratt, Cllrs.

Damien Geoghegan, Siobhán Whelan and Pat Nugent. Also present were Michael Walsh, Chief Executive, WCCC, Fearghal Reidy, Director of Corporate Affairs.

Raymond Moloney, Senior Executive Officer in charge of the Environment Department who has co-ordinated the extensive campaign for the past six months was also present and acted as MC for the formal Reception.

Welcoming the special guests, the Mayor also extended a special welcome to Rudi Geerardyn, Chairman with his fellow Judges.

“I know that your arrival in Ireland is the eighth and final country on your visits this year,” said the Mayor, “and I trust you have kept the best wine until last. Dungarvan’s selection along with Inistioge, to be our representatives in this year’s Entente Florale is true recognition of the improvements in the presentation of Dungarvan in recent years.”.

“Through the combined efforts of Waterford City and County Council,” he continued, “Dungarvan Tidy Towns and various clubs and voluntary organisations too numerous to mention and with the support

of the business community, Dungarvan secured its first Gold Medal in the National Tidy Towns Competition in 2017. I am sure, with the ongoing endeavours of all involved, that Dungarvan can continue to improve its ranking year on year and hopefully challenge for national honours in the years to come.”

He wished the Jury a pleasant visit to the town and District and expressed the wish that they should all return some day.

Adding his welcome on behalf of the Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal Council, Cathaoirleach, John Pratt said that he echoed the Mayor’s “Céad Míle Fáilte” to the guests.

“Today we welcome the Entente Florale Judges,” he said. “Over the last two weeks I have been following with interest online, your journey around Europe as you assess the fourteen towns and villages in this year’s Entente Florale. I was intrigued to note that Dungarvan is the only coastal location in this year’s competition, I hope you enjoy our unique and picturesque setting.

MONTHS OF PLANNING “Months of planning and hard work have gone into preparations for your visit today,” he continued, “and I commend all those who have contributed particularly the members and volunteers of Dungarvan Tidy Towns and all the voluntary bodies that you will meet on your tour

today. In particular, I acknowledge the work of Council staff, not just in the preparations for today but for ensuring that Dungarvan and surrounding areas are presentable and looking their best all year round.”

Chief Executive of Waterford County and City Council, Mr. Michael Walsh also welcomed the Judges to town and wished them an enjoyable and pleasant stay.

“We see this initiative as a great opportunity for ourselves, not in the context of winning medals, but an opportunity for learning and to share experiences,” he said. “Our journey to this day has been more about those principles than the visit of the Jury. It is a journey towards development, towards sustainability and towards improvement.”

“We have a historical interest in this competition,” he continued, “as both Lismore and Stradbally were medal winners in the early 2000s and we are quite proud of that.”

He said that as an organisation, the Council is looking to a continued journey towards development at a significant time, as Central Government has decided to make significant investment in regeneration across the country.

“As a Council,” he said, “we are already focussed on that space.”

Having almost reached the defined starting time of 10am, the Judges and officials left the Chamber and began the six hour tour of the significant locations.

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Local Link brings Waterford continues to lag additional evening behind national recovery Signs that weak recovery has run out of steam services to West Waterford Ardmore to Dungarvan service will operate 2 return evening services Thursday to Saturday LOCAL Link Waterford are delighted to announce the addition of two return evening services on the Ardmore, An Sean Phobal, Helvick, An Rinn to Dungarvan bus service.The pilot service will commence on Thursday, 26th July, and operate up to December. In addition to the evening services there will also be a Sunday service for the weekend of the Ardmore Pattern Festival details on our website locallinkwaterford.ie This follows the National Transport Authority announcement that 50 new services providing evening and night time services in rural areas have been given the green light.

The NTA decided to proceed with a pilot project and applications for proposals to deliver

evening and night-time services were invited from Local Link offices nationally. Of the 17 Local Link offices across the country, 12 submitted applications for funding, and all were approved.

“The Launch of these services form part of Local Link Waterford’s plans to expand public bus services across the county” speaking to this paper, Teresa Fennell administrator with Local Link Waterford, said that “We are also working on increasing our Tramore to Dungarvan route from a three day service to six days per week, we have also applied to the National Transport Authority for a direct Dungarvan Clonmel service as we see this as a big gap in bus links to Dungarvan”.

As we continue to develop a

network of services for County Waterford we look forward to welcoming you on our services.

Fares vary depending on the destination and are set at a maximum of €3.00 per single trip for Adults. Reduced fares apply for students and children over 5 years of age. Free travel passes are accepted on all Local Link services.

For further details on this new service please see the advertised timetable in this issue. For information on any of our services please check our timetables at www.locallinkwaterford.ie or to let us know of unmet needs in your area our contact details are: James on 0761 102845, Teresa on 0761 102197, Caroline on 0761 102076, or email us at info@locallinkwaterford.ie

THE South East Economic Monitor 2018 shows that, despite some signs of improvement, Waterford continues to be left behind and is not enjoying a fair share of the national recovery.

According to one of the report’s authors, Dr. Ray Griffin, “a weak labour market, combined with lower levels of support from State agencies and the lack of a university in the region, all point to the end of the Waterford’s recovery”.

The report, now in its third year of publication, highlights the labour market in Waterford and the wider South East as an area of great concern.

The South East is a very attractive tourist destination, attracting 17.5% of domestic holidaymakers, but just 7.2% of international visitors. Dr Ray Griffin attributes this to poor marketing support from Fáilte Ireland and weakening inter-

national access with services suspended in Waterford Airport and ferry services being reduced in Rosslare in favour of Dublin.

Dr Griffin goes on to say that “what is driving the region’s poor economic performance is a structural issue related to the SE’s difficult relationship with the State. In particular, the very pronounced deficits in regional higher education capacity, acute hospital services, international tourism, and IDA supported employment drive ever lower job quality”.

According to John Casey, one of the report’s authors., “higher education remains one of the main reasons for the continued poor performance of the region. New census 2016 data shows that education attainment in the South East is far below the national average and is leading to a ‘demo-

graphic donut’, with a missing generation of 20-45 years now evident in the CSO returns”.

The South East has weaker human capital, driven by under-investment in higher education within the region.

Per capita spending of Waterford-South East is €327 against an average of €821 in the other city-regions. The brain-drain is likely to continue to accelerate with the recently announced Ireland2040 and technological university plans which concentrate further development of higher education in the seven universities.

To stabilise the region’s population, 7,944 additional degree places are required in the region based on universal university type services.

Download the report at www.senser.ie.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

The Stena Line Dublin Horse Show launched 8–12 August 2018

• European Champions back on home soil • Stena Line new title sponsor for Show • Strong sales for 2018: tickets, corporate hospitality, trade stands

WIN A PA I R OF TICKETS! BOVE all else, the Dublin Horse Show is an event for action. Each August some of the world’s best international Showjumpers descend upon Dublin for what is recognised as one of the top equestrian events in the world in the refined surrounds of the RDS Showgrounds.

International riders mix with the best national and junior riders in Ireland at this celebration event.

They compete for the almost €1 million prize fund in famous competitions including the Aga Khan Trophy in the FEI Nations’ Cup, the prestigious Longines International Grand Prix and the spectacular Land Rover Puissance.

But it’s not all about the action in the arenas.

Spend your day perusing the many fashion stalls before enjoying one of the many food offerings dotted around the grounds. Or why not treat yourself to a glass of bubbly at the Champagne and Seafood bar? You are at the Dublin Horse Show after all, one of the finest events of the Summer.

Invite the girls to enjoy the style of Dundrum Town Centre Ladies Day or bring the family for an experience like no other: shopping, food, horses, style and entertainment. It’s an event for all.

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The Dungarvan Observer has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. To be in with a chance of winning a pair of tickets, simply answer the following question and post your entries into RDS Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 30th July. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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Terms and conditions apply. The tickets are nontransferable and non-refundable. There is no cash alternative for this prize. The prize will be two tickets for Wednesday at the Dublin Horse Show.

Pictured at the launch of the 2018 Stena Line Dublin Horse Show with the Aga Khan Trophy are Kellie Allen, left, with her horse called Concorde and Lauren Murphy (11) from Glasson, Co. Athlone, and her pony called Taggarts Express. Kelly has qualified two horses for the Show. She is a former European Gold Medallist Pony Rider, winning the Gold Medal at the age of 16 at the European Championships. This is Laureen’s second year in succession qualifying two for the Show.

[Mark Stedman] OVER 1,600 horses and ponies, the return of a victorious Irish team, superb show jumpers from all over the world, as well as style, fun, food and glamour... it must be the 2018 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show.

Officially launched on July 18th, the Show promises its unique mix of style and sport over five days August 8th-12th, with top-class international show jumping, many national equestrian competitions, shopping, socialising, elegance and heritage seamlessly combining over the week. Corporate hospitality is already fully booked out, ticket sales have been consistently strong and increased entries in many competitions mean 2018 is on course to be one of the busiest and best Shows for years.

New for 2018, leading ferry company Stena Line has become title sponsor of the Show, while in a link-up with the FEI (the governing body of international equestrian sport), the Nations Cup™ across Europe is sponsored by Longines, including the Dublin leg of this eight-part series.

Speaking at the launch, Diane Poole OBE, Stena Line’s Travel Commercial Manager said: “Stena Line is delighted to confirm its position as title sponsor of the Dublin Horse Show for 2018. As one of highest profile sponsorships in Ireland, the Show is not only the highlight of the Irish equestrian calendar, but it is also one of the most iconic social and cultural events of the year attracting 100,000 visitors.”

CEO of the RDS, Michael Duffy said: “All signs suggest that this could be one of the best Shows yet and we are really looking forward to it. We are delighted to welcome back a tremendously strong international Irish team and are also really looking forward to the many national competitions that take place over the week, the qualifying for which has been very strong this year. As well as being an important social and sporting event for people around Ireland, the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland at the Stena Line Dublin Horse Show has significant effect on the economy of the city, contributing at least €45 million each year.”

International Irish show jumper Bertram Allen, who was also in attendance at the launch, added “I’m delighted to have the opportunity to work in partnership with Stena Line, Europe’s leading ferry company and help them engage with the show jumping community in Ireland and beyond.”

“Operating a complex team of horses and staff I fully appreciate the logistical challenges of travelling between countries and feel I can bring a unique experience to the partnership and I’m personally thrilled Stena Line is keen to develop its links with our sport and the businesses underpinning it.”

Speaking about the Show he added “For me, August always means the RDS. It’s a really unique Show and one that many international riders really look forward to competing at.”

Stinging Nettles

By Mandy Tompkins HAPPILY growing up to nearly 2 metres tall in full sun or shade, Stinging Nettles are found everywhere, from Roadsides, Waste ground and Gardens to abandoned Buildings and Ruins. They are a valuable food source for the Small Tortoiseshell, Comma, Peacock and Red Admiral Butterflies, who all lay their eggs on the new shoots to ensure their emerging Caterpillars are supplied with a diet of fresh young Nettle leaves.

Stinging Nettles have a perenniel underground network of tough yellow roots from which each rough, bristly haired, four sided stem emerges. Growing in pairs opposite each other, close to the stalk, the dark green leaves are heart shaped, with sharply pointed tips and deeply toothed edges.

Each leaf is covered with fine veins. The dangling sprays of small, green flowers grow from the leaf axils. Male and female flowers appear on separate plants. Stinging Nettles are completely covered with hollow stinging hairs containing formic acid. The brittle end of each hair breaks on contact and becomes embedded in the skin, where the contents are ejected, causing a rash.

In Ireland Stinging Nettles were regarded as a source for making cloth before the Bronze Age, and during the 1st World War German Army uniforms were made from Nettle fibres because cotton was scarce.

Young Nettles are rich in vitamins A, B, C, Iron and Minerals, and cooking completely removes the sting.

Nettle tea was drunk in ancient times to help clear the Measles rash. As a Spring tonic it was believed to be a cure for Pimples and Boils, whilst clearing the blood and increasing Mother’s milk. Being stung by Nettles was thought to be effective in counteracting Rheumatism, paralysed limbs and Arthritis. Crushed leaves applied to wounds stopped bleeding, or if pounded together with salt, Stinging Nettles were useful against the bites of mad dogs.

The universally acknowledged cure to relieve the sting of Nettles was to spit on a Dock Leaf and rub the affected area.

This is why Stinging Nettles and Dock Leaves grow near to each other.

Moneymatters GUIDE TO SAVING SAVING money can seem like a big thing to do. It can feel like it’s something for other people, for people who have spare cash. In reality, saving is for all of us. But when we’re finding it hard to make ends meet, saving money can seem impossible. So is it worth trying and if so, why?

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Michael and Mary Burke with Justin McCarthy at the Paddy Joe Ryan and Friends CD launch recently.

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BBQ IN BEER GARDEN Pictured at the launch of the Paddy Joe Ryan CD in aid of West Waterford Hospice and Dungarvan Community Hospital are from left: Kathleen Feeney, [Tom Keith] Annie O’Shea, Noreen Barry and Cait Dunne.

Pictured at the launch of the Paddy Joe Ryan CD in aid of West Waterford Hospice and Dungarvan Community Hospital are from left: Paddy Joe Ryan, Paula French Director of Nursing, Dungarvan Community Hospital; Justin McCarthy who launched the CD, Mary Sheridan, West Waterford Hospice, and Kieran O’Connor.

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IN MEMORIAM COUGHLAN (10th and 42nd anniversaries) – In loving memory of Rose and Kevin Coughlan, late of Curragh, Ardmore, whose Anniversaries occur about this time.

Inspiring memories of happy times.

–Always missed by daughters Elizabeth and Veronica, grandchildren and friends.

LENANE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Geraldine Lenane, late of Toor, Grange, Youghal, Co. Waterford, who died on 23rd July, 2015.

Loving and kind in all her ways, Upright and just to the end of her days, Sincere and true in her heart and mind, Beautiful memories she left behind.

DUNFORD (19th anniversary) – In loving memory of Frankie Dunford, late of Scart, Ballinamult, who died on 26th July, 1999.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on this Friday, 27th July, at 8.00 p.m., in Colligan Church.

–Always loved and sadly missed by her husband Liam; daughters, sons and grandchildren.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 29th July, at 9.00 a.m. in St. Cronin’s Church, Clashmore.

A lot of things have happened, A lot in life is new, But the things that never alter, Are our memories of you.

MORAN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too.

I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, All I have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is my keepsake, With which I will never part, God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart.

–From your heartbroken husband John Paul, XOXO. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 12th August, in Abbeyside Church at 9.30 a.m.

MORAN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

If only we could meet you, Just for a little while, To tell you how much we miss you, Just to see you smile.

To put our arms around you, But this we cannot do, So until we meet again, May God take care of you.

–Always loved and remembered by Róisín and Meadhbh, XOXO.

Your gave us all you had to give, Gifts both big and small, Most of all you gave us love, The greatest gift of all.

–So sadly missed by Mam Peg and Dad Hugh and Auntie Mollie and Uncle Jimmy.

LENANE (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear sister Geraldine, late of Toor, Grange, who died on 23rd July, 2015. R.I.P. Your life was one of kindly deeds, A helping hand for other’s needs, Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories left behind.

–Fondly remembered by your sister Caroline; Richard and nephews Marcus, William, John and Patrick.

RYAN (19th anniversary) – In loving memory of Bill Ryan, late of Knockalisheen, Ballymacarbry, who died on 23rd July, 1999.

To us you were so special, We only wish with all our hearts, That you were here today.

Happy memories we keep forever, Of days when we were all together, Each of us in our own way, Have special thoughts of you today.

May the winds of love flow gently, And whisper so gently you can hear, How much we love and miss you, As it dawns another year.

–Always remembered by his family, sons Jim, John, Paddy Joe and Fr. Willie; daughters Nuala, Maureen and Carmel, and families.

–Always loved and remembered by your loving wife Mary, your sons, daughters, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchild and extended family.

–Loved and remembered by wife Helen; children Sebrina, John, Francis and Christina; sons-in-law Michael and Johnny, and grandchildren.

LENANE (3rd anniversary) – In fond memory of a loving daughter and niece Geraldine, late of Toor, Grange, who died on 23rd July, 2015. R.I.P.

POWER (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Patrick (Pat) Power, late of Carrigcastle, Kilmacthomas, who died on 26th July, 2016.

R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 29th July, at 11.00 o’clock in Ballylaneen Church.

LYNCH (15th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather Patrick J. (Paddy) Lynch, late of ‘Tara,’ Tournore, Dungarvan, who died on 29th July, 2003. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 29th July, at 10.00 a.m., in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad.

God grant me the serenity, To accept the things I cannot change …

Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference.

MORAN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

Look around your garden Lord, For an Angel with a smile, She won’t be hard to recognise, She must stand out a mile.

So put your arms around her Lord, And kiss her smiling face, For she is very special, And can never be replaced.

MORAN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

A heart of gold, A life so true, Loved and remembered, By all she knew.

Always willing, Helpful and kind, What beautiful memories, She left behind.

–Always loved and remembered by Ger, Ann, Mark, Emer, Micheala and Max, XX.

–Always loved and remembered by Mam and Dad.

–Always in our thoughts and prayers – your loving family.

RHEINISCH (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mai (nee Morrissey), late of 12 Brookville Park, Malahide Road, Dublin, and Main Street, Dungarvan, who died on 28th July, 1998. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in the Friary Church, Dungarvan, at 6.15 p.m. on Saturday, 28th July.

Oh you whom we have loved during life, Is praying for us, Live always so that we may, Meet in Heaven.

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

MORAN (7th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

A lot in life has altered, A lot in life is new, But the things that never alter, Are memories of you.

It isn’t what we write, It isn’t what we say, It’s how we feel inside, When we think of you today.

–Always loved and remembered by your brother Eamonn, Niamh, Cal and Cian.

MURPHY (8th anniversary) – In loving memory of Sylvia Murphy, late of 36 Springfield, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd July, 2010. R.I.P. You are always in my heart, In every single thing I do, you still play a part, When I have to make decisions, And I don’t know what to do, Once again my mind I find, Will go right back to you.

I think of how you would smile, And the words that you would say, And I know that you are helping me, Every step along the way.

–Deeply missed by your loving husband Paddy and family David and Karen; Aine, Joe and Dylan and Darragh and your Mum Rita.

–Deeply loved and missed by her family Donal, Ann, Helen, Eamon, Killian, Pat, Mary and their families.

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Far away there’s someone waiting, For a voice that never calls, Far away there’s someone listening, For a step that never falls.

SCANLAN (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ellen Scanlan, late of Ballinwillin, Lismore, who died on 26th July, 2005.

Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at 11.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Cappoquin, on Sunday, 29th July.

As each day dawns, We think of you, As each night falls, We pray for you.

And throughout our lives, No matter where, In our hearts, You are always there.

–Sadly missed by her loving sons Eamonn, John, Charles, Stephen, Peter and Brendan; daughters-in-law Orla, Claire and Liza; grandchildren Conor, Aaron, Cody, Ollie, Robbie and Ellen.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † MAURA ENRIGHT

† JAMES (Jim) PHELAN

Templeogue, Dublin 6 W Called to her eternal rest on 26th June, 2018 Acknowledgement and Month’s Mind

Graignagour, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford 26th July, 2017 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary

Maura’s husband Noel, her children Kolette, Angela, Tom and Brian, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law and extended family, would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to all who sympathised and joined with them on the sad occasion of Maura’s passing.

To all those who visited the house, sent Mass cards and expressions of sympathy; to those who attended the Funeral Mass and also those who attended the burial in Ballinroad Cemetery, we extend our sincere thanks. We also thank those who showed such affection for Maura during her illness and also to those who travelled long distances to be with us.

We are grateful to the Doctors, Nurses and Carers in Frank’s Ward, Tallaght University Hospital, for their unbelievable support and care for Maura particularly during the last few weeks. They assisted and helped us in every way possible. Our thanks also to the Undertakers, Tom Drohan, Dungarvan, assisted

by Massey Brothers, Templeogue, and to the organist Ger and the soloist Gifford who sang beautifully throughout the Mass.

As always, Fr. Michael Enright, P.E., provided unstinting support to all of us in our hour of need.

We are forever grateful for his kindness and care and for his meaningful and thoughtful celebration of Maura’s Requiem Mass, assisted by Fr. John O’Connor, S.A.C., P.P., Shankill, Co. Dublin. Our grateful thanks also to Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., Abbeyside, and Fr. Gerry Moore, P.P., Templeogue, for their co-operation and assistance.

As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope this acknowledgement will be accepted as a sincere expression of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for all your intentions.

The Month’s Mind Mass for Maura will be offered at 5.00 p.m. on Saturday, 4th August, in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad.

On Jim’s First Anniversary, his wife Brigid, sons James and Shane, daughters Anne and Cora, together with their families, wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent loss; those who attended the funeral; those who sent floral tributes, Mass cards, letters of sympathy; those who telephoned and called personally to our house.

A special thank you to the staff at Bons Secours Hospital, Cork, for the care they gave Jim. We sincerely thank Fr. Desmond who celebrated the Funeral Mass and Fr. Enright who said Mass and prayers at the house. We thank the Church Choir for their beautiful singing, and special thanks to the Sacristan and to the altar server. Many thanks to Tom Drohan, Undertaker, and his team for their professionalism and all their support. We would particularly like to thank all of our relatives, neighbours and friends who helped at the house with everything from food to parking and traffic control – your great efforts were such a kind tribute to Jim and are hugely appreciated.

We would also like to remember at this time, Jim's son Gerard, who predeceased him in July 1992, and his mother Margaret Hickey of Colligan, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary also occurs at this time.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of all.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

Jim’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 28th July, at 6.30 p.m. at Four Mile Water Church, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford.

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Though we need to weep your loss, You dwell in that safe place in our hearts, Where no storm or night or pain can reach you, XXX. –Maud, Dom, Annabel, Shauna, Fiona, Will, Jess and Adam.

First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 2nd August, 2018, in Kilgobinet Church at 7.00 p.m.

† JOHN (Johnny) O’DOWD Ballyknock Upper and formerly of West Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford 2nd August, 2017 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary On John’s First Anniversary, his mother Rose, brothers, sisters and extended family wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent loss; those who attended the funeral; those who sent Mass cards, letters of sympathy; those who telephoned and called personally to our house.

We sincerely thank Fr. Gear who celebrated the Funeral Mass and Fr. Cullinan who called to our house. Many thanks to Aidan Walsh & Sons, Undertakers, Cappoquin and Tallow, and his team for their professionalism and all their support. We would particularly like to thank all of our relatives, neighbours and friends – your great support was such a kind tribute to John and are hugely appreciated.

We would also like to remember at this time, John’s sister Helen, who predeceased him in February, 2001.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for the intentions of all.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.

John’s First Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, 2nd August, at 7.00 p.m. in Kilgobinet Church, Co. Waterford.

† FR. MAURICE O’GORMAN Glasha, Ballymacarbry, and late P.P. of Clashmore and Piltown The family of the late Fr. Maurice O’Gorman would like to thank all those who sympathised with them and supported them in their sad loss; those who sent Mass cards and messages of sympathy and who attended his funeral.

We would like especially to thank Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan for concelebrating Mossie’s Requiem Mass and for his kindness to him in his final illness. To his fellow Priests, we say thanks for attending and concelebrating his Requiem Mass. To the Parishioners of Clashmore and Piltown, our thanks for their kindness and support to him over the many years he worked in the Parishes and to the Choir from the schools in the Clashmore and Piltown Parish, who travelled to his Requiem Mass and sang there. To Bishop William Lee for concelebrating his Month’s Mind Mass at Piltown Church, our thanks. To the staff of South Tipperary General Hospital for their kindness and attention in his final illness, our thanks. To John O’Donoghue, our thanks for his help and professional service at all times.

As is would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement, as a token of our sincere thanks. Mass will be offered for your intentions.

May he Rest in Peace.

An Anniversary Mass will be offered in Clashmore Church on Thursday, 26th July, at 7.30 p.m. and an Anniversary Mass will be offered in Newcastle Church on Sunday, 29th July, at 11.00 a.m.

CURRAN – Birthday remembrance of Ned Curran, late of 22 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, whose birthday occurs on 26th July, 2018.

NED I cannot send a birthday card, Your hand I cannot touch, But God will take my greetings, To the one I love so much.

–From your Bridget.

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–––––––––––––––––––– DAD As we opened our eyes this morning, We looked to the Heavens above, We whispered “happy birthday Dad,” And send you all our love.

–From your sons John, Darren and Eric; daughters Carmel and Cliona; daughter-in-laws Sharon and Trish.

POWER – Birthday remembrance of our much loved brother Seano, late of 25 Childers Estate and Gorteen, Ring, whose birthday occurs on Sunday, 29th July. And thinking of his partner of 32 years, Pat, who has joined him in Heaven for this birthday.

May they both rest in peace.

Mass offered.

It doesn’t take a special day, To bring you to our minds, A day without a thought of you Seano, Is very hard to find.

Will those who think of Seano and Pat today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Loved always, your sisters Helen and West; brothers Nick, Tony, Hughie and Martin, X.

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–––––––––––––––––––– GRANDAD Wonderful memories, Silently kept, Of a special Grandad, We will never forget.

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Lismore Fire Station And Ardmore Fire Station Remuneration:

Annual Retained Allowance 0-2 years service €7,817 2-5 years service €8,686 5-10 years service €9,741 10 year + €10,705 Additional payment for attendance at Fires and Drills and Clothing Allowance.

• Persons must reside and, if employed, work within 3 kms distance or 5 mins travelling of the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time as set by the Chief Fire Officer.

• Persons must hold a full unendorsed Class B driving licence or a provisional Class B driving licence.

• Persons must be able to provide proof of release from workplace to respond to fire calls if necessary.

• Applicants must be over 18 and under 55 years old.

• Candidates may be shortlisted on the information provided on the application form.

Application forms are available from the Human Resources Department, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Tel. No.: 0761 10 2621 or may be obtained on our website at www.waterfordcouncil.ie Closing date for receipt of applications is 4 p.m. on Friday 24th August 2018.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

WALSH’S Lemybrien, Co. Waterford FULL OR PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR

Deli Person

DELI EXPERIENCE AND HACCP TRAINING AN ADVANTAGE Apply with CV to: MANAGER AT WALSH’S TEXACO

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

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

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

• Full clean driving licence.

• Computer skills essential.

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

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

Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Goldcoast Golf Club is a privately owned golf facility, over-looking Dungarvan Bay and providing a quality and enjoyable golf experience for all members and visitors.

Goldcoast Golf Club is now looking to recruit a

Full-time Golf Administrator Role Reporting to the Resort directors, the Golf Administrator will be responsible for golf operations at the club, including time sheet management, membership sales, golf specific sales and marketing. The successful applicant will liaise closely with the Course Manager, Goldcoast Hotel Management and the Men’s & Ladies Club committees, to ensure the smooth and successful operation of the business.

The nature of the role will require flexibility and the working hours will vary due to the demands of the golfing environment.

Candidate The Successful candidate will be/ have: • Strong interpersonal skills with an outgoing personality • Experience in a golf operations role or similar role • A proactive self-starter with an ability to communicate effectively at all levels is a pre-requisite.

• Strong IT, social media, communication and marketing skills • Candidates should be fully familiar with both course management and general Club administration.

Remuneration will reflect the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

Application Please send your application & CV to: goldcoastpersonnel@gmail.com

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – CFS Structures Ltd. intend to apply for planning permission for the proposed erection of 36 number dwellings comprising of 2 number 2 storey with optional attic conversion detached dwellings (5 bedroom), 30 number 2 storey with optional attic conversion semi-detached dwellings (4 bedroom), 4 number 2 storey terraced (2 number end terrace (3 bedroom) and 2 number mid terrace (2 bedroom)) dwellings, new landscaping and boundary treatments, connection to existing estate road (The Cloisters) together with all associated site works and foul and surface water drainage connections, all at The Cloisters, Farrangarret, Ardmore, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Valerie and Peter Allingham wish to apply for planning permission to demolish existing single-storey rear extensions, construct a new single-storey extension at rear of cottage, make alterations to existing cottage with associated site works at No. 70, New Street, Lismore, Co. Waterford. This application may be inspected and/or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Planning Authority, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20.00 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Moore Financial Consultants Ltd., intend to apply for permission for the construction of a 2-storey extension to the rear of the existing office building, including all associated ancillary site works at, Crossbridge St., Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Donal Anderson Architect MRIAI, on behalf of Seamus Sheehan and Natalie O’Connor, wish to apply for planning permission for a two-storey dwellinghouse, wastewater treatment unit and associated site works at NewTown, Grange, Ardmore. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

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CAMPHIRE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS & COUNTRY FAIR 2018

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair 2018 T HE 2018 Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair on the historic and picturesque grounds of Camphire Estate will take place from this Friday, 27th to Sunday, 29th July. The event will be run on the Wilks family, Camphire Estate and on the adjoining Browne family farm on the banks of the Blackwater River in West Waterford and is less than one hour from Cork and Waterford cities.

The feature event this year will be the Sema Lease CCI 3* Class.

There are 7 International classes in all catering for amateur and professional riders. In addition, there are classes for 4 and 5 year old young horses and a 6 year old International Class. Top International and Irish senior riders will be competing at Camphire for places on the Irish team for the World Equestrian Games

which takes place in America this Autumn. GAIN Equine Nutrition who continue their support of the event with their sponsorship of the GAIN Equine Nutrition CIC2*, which also attracts a strong international field.

Over 300 horses will compete, representing some of the best riders and horses from 9 nations including Ireland, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brazil, France, USA and Germany.

The new 3* challenging cross-country course designed

by Paul Brady, with support from renowned Olympic and World Equestrian Games

course designer Mike Etherington-Smith – covers 3½ miles with over 40 obstacles and should be a great test for both horse and rider.

Paul Brady, Event Organiser said, “It takes huge cost and support in order to be able to run an international event such as this and I give special thanks to our main sponsors - Sema

Lease who have come on board this year, for their generous sponsorship.

Also, I would like to thank Gain Equine Nutrition, Castleacare and Ecclesiastical Insurance, George Corbett Skoda, Horse Sport Ireland and Eventing Ireland as well as private patrons and friends for their continued support. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank our land owners, the Wilks and the Browne family for this spectacular

venue, and also the wider local community and our large team of volunteers – without their support this event would be impossible to run.

Speaking on behalf of Sema Lease – Richard Ames said “It is a great honour for Sema Lease to be involved and partner such a prestigious event.

We are very much looking forward to a long relationship with the Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair.

Sema Lease has always retained very close connections to the equine world, providing direct sponsorship to several elite level riders, Andrew Nicolson, Caroline Powell and Christopher Burton. Also sponsoring several high level horse trails and events both locally, nationally and internationally. With offices located in the UK and Ireland we are perfectly placed to service our customer base

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ranging from private individuals through to multi-national corporations and now have a fleet in excess of 5,000 vehicles.

Camphire has much more to offer visitors than just horses and world class equestrianism with the added attraction of the Country Fair, Shopping Village, Craft and Artisan Food Stalls, which contain the best of locally produced products, as well as a Family Fun Area.

The “Birds of Prey” Display is a must for anyone who has never seen such an exhibit and is sure to draw huge attention.

Camphire Estate in West Waterford is located just ten minutes from Cappoquin, Lismore and Tallow and less than an hour from Cork and Waterford city making this venue the ideal location for the surrounding region.

CAMPHIRE ADMISSION …

Robyn Lee with her pony ‘Star’ and dog ‘Alfie’ at the Camphire 2018 launch.

[Dan McGrath]

Friday €10 per car Saturday & Sunday €15 per car

GAIN Dog Show in aid of the Irish Guide dogs: Martina McGrath and Lisa Curran, GAIN Pet Nutrition.

[Dan McGrath]

www.camphirehorsetrials.com

Camphire GAIN Dog Show partnering with the Irish Guide Dogs this year

GEORGE CORBETT SKODA – Jeep Sponsors for Camphire International Horse Trials 2018 (l. to r.): Alan Brady, Event Organiser; Michael Flynn, George Corbett Motors; Richard Ames, SEMA LEASE (main sponsor), and Paul Brady, Event Organiser.

[Dan McGrath] James O'Haire (IRE) and China Doll taking part in the Dressage at Camphire last year.

[Dan McGrath]

Big Names Confirmed for Camphire International Horse Trials OME of the World’s top riders have confirmed for this week's Sema Lease Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair which run from Friday 27th to Sunday, 29th July, on the picturesque setting of Camphire Estate on the banks of the Blackwater.

S Alex Houston (IRE) and Skyfall Echo taking part in the CIC 3* Cross Country at last year's Camphire International Horse Trials.

[Dan McGrath]

Camphire International Horse Trial & Country Fair (l. to r.): Paul Brady, Event Organiser; Richard Ames, SEMA LEASE (main sponsor); Alan Brady, Event Organiser, and Ian Hannon (Competitor), pictured at the launch of the 2018 Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair.

[Dan McGrath]

This year's winner of the prestigious Badminton

International Jonelle Price of New Zealand has confirmed along with her international colleague and former Olympic Gold Medal winner Blyth Tait who has won a total of four Olympic medals in his illustrious career.

In total over 300 horses have been entered with over 30 entered for the highlight of the week end The Sema Lease CC1 3* International Class.

Riders from nine nations including GB, USA, Brazil, New Zealand, Japan, South Africa, Norway, China and Ireland will be in action over the week end in seven International Classes as well classes for 4 and 5

year old young horses and amateur riders.

Irish riders competing at Camphire include Sam Watson, Sarah Ennis, Padraigh McCarthy and Michael Ryan.

Camphire is much more than Horses and International competitions in Dressage, Cross Country and Showjumping with added attractions of – Country

Fair, Shopping Village, GAIN Dog Show in aid of Irish Guide Dogs, Birds of Prey Display and Family Fun Area.

Camphire Estate is just 10 minutes from Cappoquin, Lismore and Tallow and less than an hour from Waterford and Cork.

ONE of the highlights of this year’s Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair which takes place from Friday 27th to Sunday, 29th July, on the picturesque Camphire Estate, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, is the GAIN sponsored Dog Show which will be held on Sunday, 29th July, at 2.00 p.m. GAIN Pet Nutrition have partnered with the Irish Guide Dogs.

The Irish Guide Dogs is a registered charity, that support people who are vision impaired and families of children with autism by providing life-changing services. Their highly trained dogs empower people to move safely and confidently around their communities. They help to create an exceptional partnership between people and their dogs.

• Registration on the day.

• Classes will start at 2.00 p.m.

• Entry fee is €4 per class • Classes will include – Best Crossbreed/any size – Best Purebred/any size – Best Rescue Dog – Any Dog that has come from an Animal Shelter – Most Handsome Dog – Prettiest Bitch – Waggiest Tail, Best Trick – Best 6 Legs (Adults Only) – Best Junior Handler (Under 14 Years) – Dog the Judge Would Most Like to Take Home Look forward to seeing you on the day.

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AUGUST 2018 A FESTIVAL FOR LOVERS OF MUSIC

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DUNGARVAN SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Natalie Merchant to guest at Lúnasa’s Dungar van Concert HOT OFF THE P R ESS! HE much-anticipated Lúnasa concert on Bank Holiday Friday gets even more exciting with the just-released news that American SingerSongwriter and former lead singer of the band 10,000 Maniacs, Natalie Merchant will join them on stage as a special guest.

Natalie, who is featured on Lúnasa’s most recent CD “CAS” has a long history in the music business as a singer/songwriter of socially conscious, intelligent lyrics, touching and blending musical genres such as folk, folk-rock and post punk-rock. Rolling Stone described her as “ a singer who can conjure up rare atmospheres”. She has maintained a long friendship with members of Lúnasa and her guest appearance in Dungarvan will undoubtedly add yet another frisson to a stunning performance from the “hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet” in this first-night opener to the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival.

Catch Lúnasa and special guest Natalie Merchant in concert on Friday, August 3rd, in the SGC (Cinema) Theatre.

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Enjoy free performances along the Waterford Greenway on Saturday, 4th August!

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ANY visitors to the Waterford Greenway were surprised and enthralled to happen upon the musical montages staged by the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival last August bank holiday weekend.

The 2017 “Greenway Cameo Sessions” included Marja Gaynor playing viola in the tunnel in Ballyvoile, Riverdance’s Colin Dunne and fiddle-player Tola Custy performing at the old train station in Kilmacthomas and harpist Maeve Gilchrist playing in the beautiful bandstand in Dungarvan Town Park.

This year, the festival will once again stage some surprise boutique performances at key points along the Greenway on the bank-holiday Saturday. The performances, by leading international musicians and actors, are free and can be enjoyed by all as they will take place at, or close to, various entrance points on the Greenway.

The 15-minute performances will happen at the following places, weather permitting:1.00 a.m. – The Bandstand, Dungarvan Town Park (The Lookout) 1.00 p.m. – Ballyvoile Tunnel 3.00 p.m. – The Old Train Station near the Kilmacthomas Viaduct The wonderful scenery, setting and amenities provided by the WaterfordDungarvan Greenway allow the festival to showcase its world-class music and performers out in the open, making it accessible to all in a relaxed, enjoyable and impromptu style.

Why not come along and enjoy one (or all!) of the free performances with us on the Greenway. What a lovely way to spend your bank holiday Saturday!

The festival committee would like to thank Waterford City and County Council for their support of the Greenway festival sessions.

Cian Whelan, Nicole Lonergan, David Power and Alice Fitzgerald. [Patrick Browne]

The origins of the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival HREE years ago, well-known musician, composer and curator David Power persuaded worldrenowned fiddler Martin Hayes and his musical partner Denis Cahill to perform in concert in David’s home town of Dungarvan.

Power, a talented and sought-after Piper had previously collaborated and performed with Hayes on several occasions. Maighréad and Triona Ní Dhomhnaill joined the trio, and David and his small team of volunteers set about creating a venue that would accommodate the anticipated large audience for such a concert. In a daring move, David approached Eugene Tobin in Dungarvan SGC to request the use of the largest cinema theatre in the building.

A stage was constructed, lighting and stage management employed, and the resulting “Masters of Tradition” concert was a sell-out success.

David’s vision of bringing world-class quality performers to Dungarvan as part of an annual high quality festival was further realised with the inaugural “Dungarvan Summer Music Festival” last year.

Following the success of the 2016 “Masters” concert, David was emboldened to expand the festival into a three-day

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event, featuring 3 performances including the return of Hayes, Cahill and the Ní Dhomhnaill sisters, a mesmerising dancebased performance “Edges of Light” and a newly commissioned work “The Piper and the Faerie Queen” combining baroque and traditional music –to huge acclaim.

Festival performances went on to tour Europe and attracted the attention of Lyric FM and the BBC amongst others.

The success of the 2017 festival took even the organisers by surprise. Every event was sold out – some had waiting lists on stand-by in the event of cancellations!

“It was a major achievement,” said David. “It was all packed, completely sold out, ..it was very progressive and very cool for Dungarvan!”

The standard, innovation and creativity of the performances in Dungarvan caught the attention of The Arts Council and the festival team secured funding for the 2018 event. Building on last year’s success, the current festival promises even more ground-breaking collaborations, taking traditional music further into new and unexplored areas. Exciting, enthralling and intriguing times ahead in Dungarvan during this “Festival for Music Lovers” over the August Bank Holiday weekend!

Sunny S u mme r Fe s t i v a l C ompe t i t ions!

HE wonderful sunny Summer weather is just perfect for a Bank Holiday treat, and the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival people are feeling very happy and very generous at the moment….They have no less than SEVEN great prizes to be won on Facebook and on local WLR FM radio!

Over the next couple of weeks, you might want to check out our Dungarvan Summer Music Festival Facebook page and see if you can bag one of the three fabulous prizes to be won there.

FACEBOOK FABULOUS PRIZES • A full Bank Holiday Friday night’s entertainment for two people with sumptuous Dinner for two at the perfectly-situated Lawlors Hotel before wandering over to enjoy the fabulous Lúnasa concert in the SGC theatre suite.

• Tickets for you and a friend to the Antarctica performance on Saturday night in Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre, PLUS Bike hire for two to explore the stunning Waterford Greenway during the day (and catch some of our free Greenway sessions along the way!).

• Lunch for two at one of Dungarvan’s newest culinary hotspots – 360 Cookhouse after you have enjoyed a complimentary performance of the festival finale, Buile Shuibhne at noon on Sunday in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland.

Meanwhile, over at WLR FM, there are several more festival prizes of free concert tickets to be won on the Geoff Harris show this week – including one pair of our special Festival Tickets which give entry into all 3 festival concerts over the weekend.

Listen out, and don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Once again – big, big thanks to our wonderful local businesses for their sponsorship of prizes. We greatly appreciate your support.

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[Patrick Browne]

Win Free Tickets and lots more with our Facebook and Radio Competitions

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Friday 3rd August

SGC Theatre, Dungarvan

Doors Do D o8pm orrs 8p o 8 8pm pm

€25.00

LÚNASA

KEVIN CRAWFORD, CILLIAN VALLELY, TREVOR HUTCHINSON, SEAN SMYTH, ED BOYD

“This is the hottest Irish acoustic group on the planet”. The New York Times Lúnasa’s repertoire includes melodies from Brittany, Galicia, Asturias, and Scotland, as well as Ireland. The all-star quintet has become one of the most popular bands on the international Celtic music scene. The group explores new territory for traditional music, such as three-part harmony; its guitar and bass rhythmic foundation gives it a contemporary punch, while maintaining its traditional lilt.

Lúnasa delivers music with a passion that informs every note and continues to define and redefine the genre. It’s a sound that moves beyond the long established boundaries of traditional music and it has earned the group a following that encompasses music fans of all ages and tastes around the world. This is a concert not to be missed!

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Saturday 4th August

€20.00

8pm

ANTARCTICA

'Antarctica, David Power and Linda Buckley’s evocative meditation on the icy southern wastes... the underwater acrobatics of the projected marine life... the music is beguiling.' The Irish Times

Electronic composer Linda Buckley and uilleann piper David Power join forces to create a groundbreaking new collaboration.

score with live music composed by David Power in an environment of evocative projected imagery.

Drawing inspiration from the early Antarctic expeditions, Antarctica is a multimedia performance combining Buckley’s hypnotic electronic

Designed and directed by John Comiskey, Antarctica stages an enthralling dialogue between past and future.

GREENWAY SESSIONS Come and enjoy free performances by leading international musicians along the Waterford Greenway Saturday 4th August.

“Lúnasa’s sound is one defined by driving, occasionally jazz-inflected rhythms, impeccable individual musicianship and an unswerving faith in the music’s ability to navigate new territory with the same confidence it revisits the old.”

The Irish Times

Tickets - The Wine Buff 058 24523 & SGC Dungarvan 058 45796

Sunday 5th August

St. Mary`s Church of Ireland

12noon

€20.00

BUILE SHUIBHNE

THE MADNESS OF SWEENEY

Townhall Theatre, Dungarvan

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DUNGARVAN Summer Music

FESTIVAL 2018

FESTIVAL TICKET €50.00

ADMISSION 3 CONCERTS

#DungarvanFest

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LÚNASA SGC Main Theatre 8pm €25.00 We are very excited to present a unique performance of new music and spoken word based on the ancient legend of Sweeney. With the gratefully acknowledged support of the Arts Council, this work was commissioned by David Power and composed by New York-based composer Dana Lyn for string quartet and uilleann pipes. It will be performed by David Power with acclaimed string ensemble the ConTempo Quartet.

Interwoven with this new music, Actor Eamonn Hunt will read excerpts from a translation of the ancient story. Its hero, Mad Sweeney, undergoes a series of purgatorial adventures after he is cursed by a saint at the Battle of Moira. The poetry spoken by the mad king, exiled to the trees and the slopes, is among the richest and most immediately appealing in the whole canon of Gaelic literature.

FESTIVAL TICKET

€50.00

Admission to all 3 concerts

This very special performance with some of Ireland`s leading artists will be a fabulous finale concert.

Tickets online @ www.eventbrite.ie

Saturday 4th August

ANTARCTICA Townhall Theatre 8pm €20.00

Sunday 5th August

BUILE SHUIBHNE St. Mary`s Church of Ireland 12noon

€20.00

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Opening Times: Gates will open at 8.30am each day.

Entry: ˡ15 per car.

Dedicated Car Parking.

CAMPHIRE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIALS & COUNTRY FAIR 2018

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Blackwater Eco Tours BLACKWATER Eco Tours is a not-for-profit ecotourism company that offers boat tours on the Blackwater River based in Villierstown, Co. Waterford.

Our tours incorporate in-depth local knowledge of the un-spoilt natural beauty and unique historic heritage of the Blackwater River Valley where Ireland’s Ancient East meets the Wild Atlantic Way. The River Blackwater is designated a ‘Special Area of Conservation’ and is home to species including Kingfishers,

Peregrine Falcons, Otters and much more. Through conservation, community and education our aim is to promote environmental awareness and sustainability in this stunning hideaway of West Waterford.

Throughout Camphire International Horse Trials 2018, Blackwater Eco Tours will operate afternoon and evening boat tours from Camphire Pontoon.

These tours will last 60 minutes and incorporate sights both north and south of Camphire

River Tours from Camphire Pontoon Thursday, 26th July – 16:30 / 18:00 / 19:30 Saturday, 28th July – 17:30 / 19:00 Saturday, 28th July – 09:00 – 11:00 / 17:00 – 19:00 Cost: €15 Adult / €10 Child

House. Along the way you’ll learn about the other Big Houses on the river and the unique human stories that have flowed with the river over many centuries. You’ll also experience the stunning landscape and ecology of the river, all while supporting the local community.

In conjunction with Camphire International Horse Trials, Villierstown Boat Club will operate a daily ferry service between Villierstown Quay and Camphire.

Ferry Service – Villierstown to Camphire Friday, 27th July – 17:00 / 18:30 / 20:00 Friday, 27th July – 09:00 – 11:00 / 16:00 – 18:00 Sunday, 29th July – 09:00 – 11:00 / 17:00 – 19:00 Cost: €5 (return trip incl. entry to events)

For Bookings visit our Trade Stand during the events or contact us.

Website: www.blackwaterecotours.ie Email: info@blackwaterecotours.ie Telephone: 089 253 8699

Country Fair & Trade Village

Blackwater Eco Tours at Camphire International Horse Trials 2018 – Paul Brady, Event Organiser; Richard Ames, SEMA LEASE (main sponsor); Alan Boardman, Blackwater Eco Tours, and Alan Brady, Event Organiser. [Dan McGrath]

Country Fair at Camphire: Timmy Ryan, Thin Gin; Emma O’Keeffe, Barron’s Coffee House, and Edward Lonergan, [Dan McGrath] Knockanore Cheese, pictured at the Camphire 20918 launch.

THIS year Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair promises the best of displays and family entertainment.

In addition to the great cross country action, dressage and showjumping, a range of wonderful trade and country fair events also take place.

This year Camphire International will offer an array of trade stands with something to suit all tastes. From beautiful crafts, country clothing, antiques to equestrian wear and saddlery.

The food village area will include handmade cakes, delicious hot food stands, ice cream, the best of coffee and fine wines.

• Country Fair Activities – Every Day FRIDAY, 27th JULY • Garden Games • Bouncy Castles • Chill Bags Rest Area • Trade Area Food village, Craft, Clothing & Equine Products SATURDAY, 28th JULY • Climbing Wall • Garden Games • Bouncy Castles • Face Painting • Chill Bags Rest Area • Trade Area Food village, Craft, Clothing & Equine Products SUNDAY, 29th JULY • GAIN PET NUTRITION DOG SHOW 2.00 p.m. – in Aid of Irish Guide Dogs – Registration at 1.30 p.m.

• Birds of Prey Display • Birds of Prey Static Display • Dog show • Climbing Wall • The Bubble Guys • Face Painting • Bouncy Castles • Garden Games • Chill Bags rest area TRADE AREA FOOD VILLAGE, CRAFT, CLOTHING & EQUINE PRODUCTS • Country Fair Trade Village • Blackwater Eco Tours • Hoofprint Innovations

• Childéric Saddles UK • EquiReel • Equissentials • H & S Basketware • Lismore Heritage Centre • Jackie Dee Pottery • Carrignavar Timber • Chillbag • PetGreets • Simon Fraser Plants • Bounce Around • The Vault Lismore • Tillys Natural Cosmetics • Butlers Ice cream • Reckless Chef • Coffee Express • Helen’s Home Catering • Mezze Middle Eastern • Packman Pizza • High Horse Events • Green Hills Fruit Farm • Antiques Judy Burton • Hennessey Art • PJ Geary Artwork • The Bubble Guys • Villierstown Boat Club

Birds of Prey Display.

[Dan McGrath]

COUNTY NEWS NEWSREEL …

Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.

Barony of Gaultier Historical Society THE Barony of Gaultier Historical Society will hold its July Heritage walk on Wednesday, 25th July. The walk will commence at 7.30 p.m. from the car park of Jack Meade’s. The walk which is open to all will cover the surrounding townlands.

The walk leaders will be Andrew Doherty, John Burke, Ray McGrath and Michael Farrell.

Click of a ‘like’ button spurs new transatlantic ties between Canada and Waterford TWO Japanese gardens located over 6,500km apart are forging an exciting new relationship over the coming days and adding a whole new meaning to the term ‘click and go’!

A Canadian delegation will visit the Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens in Tramore, Waterford, on Thursday and Friday 26th and 27th July. It’s the first step in what all involved hope will be an exciting new tourism initiative between Waterford City and County and Alberta, Canada for generations to come. The visit all sprang from the click of a ‘like’ button between the facebook pages of two Japanese Gardens’.

Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens Marketing Manager, Janet Carey, explained.

On Thursday, July 26th and Friday 27th July, Tramore and Waterford will be visited by a delegation from Lethbridge City, Alberta Canada for a Friendship Ceremony at the Tramore gardens. Events will also be attended

by His Excellency Ambassador Kevin Vickers, Canada’s Ambassador to Ireland.

Later on Friday evening at 5.45 pm The Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, Tramore will hold a free event in the Gardens for the public, which will see the exchange of Friendship Certificates, Tree Planting, Music and Japanese Martial Arts Display by members of Dragon’s Lair, in the presence of Ambassador Kevin Vickers.

On Saturday, the delegation will continue their sightseeing of the Waterford region and will meet with the managers and directors of other local attractions and gardens.

Dungarvan Tidy Towns Get Involved LAST week Dungarvan stepped up onto an International stage to showcase our town in the Entente Florale competition.

Only one town and one village in Ireland were selected to represent the country at the prestigious Entente Florale competition. Dungarvan is that exceptional town and the beautiful Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny is the selected village. This was a huge honour for Dungarvan and a valuable opportunity to turn an international spotlight on our beautiful town. We are competing with 8 other countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, the Netherlands and Slovenia.

One of the main reasons Dungarvan was selected to represent Ireland was our active and hugely successful Tidy Towns. For a number of years Dungarvan has won bronze, silver and most recently gold medals in the Tidy Towns Awards. For Tidy Towns to work, a committee of dedicated volunteers needs to come together to contribute time and energy to the presentation of our town.

The work performed by teams of people over a number of months preparing Dungarvan for the competition and the judges’ important visit became very obvious last week. Dungarvan looked its very best on the judging day. The effort made across each community was fantastic.

Groups, individuals and busi-

nesses really understood the importance of Dungarvan being involved in this competition and the support of every business, school, residents association, community group and individual volunteers made a huge difference.

By lending support and getting involved, Dungarvan people played such an important role in demonstrating the incredible community spirit and pride that our town is known for – working together made a powerful impression!

This important voluntary effort doesn’t end with the Entente Florale – the work of Tidy Towns will continue, to beautify our town and bring our community together. If you’d like to be part of it, we’d love to hear from you, everyone is valuable and welcome on the Tidy Towns Team!

We meet for a one hour litter pick every Wednesday night at 7.30 p.m.

There is a real sense of pride and achievement in being involved, and that’s before we even mention the social aspect.

It’s fantastic to get outside and have a chat while working toward a goal – it’s particularly valuable for children, teaching the importance of participation, civic pride and environmental responsibility. Our next litter pick is on Wednesday, 25th July at 7.30 p.m. meeting at Kielys Funeral Home,Wolfe Tone Road.You are very welcome to come along and

Meet the team behind Entente Florale (left to Right) – Aoife Power, Dungarvan Tidy Towns; Gemma Power, Dungarvan Tidy Towns; Ray Maloney, Director of Services; Annmarie Rossiter, Dungarvan Tidy Towns and Michael Daly, Economic Development.

Group of Volunteers for our weekly Litter Pick Up. join in to see what all the fuss is about!

For further details in advance

please contact Tidy Towns c/o Capitol Cleaners, O’Connell Street, and Dungarvan. Tel. 058-

41412 or find us on www.facebook.com/Dungarvan-TidyTowns-/

Annmarie Rossiter and Ray Maloney heading on the Greenway with the Entente Florale Judges.

Final preparations in Sean Dún Estate

Girls from Sean Dún Estate helping get ready for Entente Florale Judges.

Irish Judge Eamonn De Stafford with Entente Florale heading for the Greenway.

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ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS GLAMPING DISCO! I’ve heard it all now! The ould lads & lassies going to the 60s/70s Disco on Bank Holiday weekend will be vying for a Glamping Holiday! Now aren’t they getting real mod!

In their halcyon days camping was slipping over some farmers ditch to pitch a very basic tent and hope the cattle didn’t trample on you during the night.

Now, thanks to the generous sponsorship of Ardmore Open Farm, first prize on the door ticket for the forthcoming disco is an overnight stay for 4 persons in their new state of the art Glamping Pods. The tickets also have other brilliant prizes as well such as Dinner for 2 at White Horses Restaurant, a Half Day Voucher at Ardmore Adventures, a voucher for Reflexology or Chiropody at Eleanor Carlton’s and a voucher for Ardmore Art & Tea Rooms.

Tickets can be purchased at the Tourist Office during the week or indeed from any committee member or at The Farmers Market on Sunday.

FANCY DRESS AT DISCO The popularity of the 60s/70s disco will ensure a right craic on the bank holiday Saturday night and over the past couple of years many revellers have chosen to turn up in period costume, so this year we’ll have a special prize for the best period costume and DJ John O’Shea from WLRFm will be the adjudicator on the night.

ARDMORE OPEN FARM DUCK RACE IS ON Scarcity of water necessitates a change to our usual Duck Race and this year I believe we will be chasing them around a tank of sea water in the beach car park!!

So I’m told anyway!

Whichever, this all important fun fundraiser for The Ardmore Tidy Towns, which is very kindly sponsored by Ardmore Open Farm, is going ahead on Sunday after Mass.

Tickets will be on sale at The Car Park on Sunday before racing commences. Tickets can also be bought at any of our supporting businesses or at the Tourist Office during the week or indeed from any committee member.

Once again, we’ll have qualifying heats with about 40 ducks getting a second swim in the final and the first three home will receive fabulous vouchers for Ardmore Open Farm, who have once again kindly sponsored the whole affair.

SWIFT PROJECT UPDATE FRIDAY NIGHT Sean Hogan’s ever popular Bird Talks will feature an update on Ardmore Tidy Town’s Swift Project and will take place at the T Flag on Friday night at 7.30 p.m.

Our ‘Swift Project’ was inspired by Sean and both he and Marie Power, who heads up the project for The Tidy Towns will tell us that early indications are very positive and they will detail what as happened, update us on numbers and sightings and hopefully help us identify them in the sky overhead.

SPLIT THE POT Congratulations to Paul Foley on winning half the pot in our draw on Wednesday night in the Round Tower Hotel. Paul won €260 and the parents association received €260.

Don't forget to get your envelope in Ardmore before this week’s draw, simply put €2 in the envelope and write your name and phone number on it and leave with any of the participating businesses in the village.

Thank you all for your continued support and thanks to all the business who sell and keep the envelopes for us POKER League leader, Jerome Curran, was the lucky winner of last week’s Poker at The Round Tower Hotel, despite qualifying with a record low amount of only €70. In a very tight final, Billy Harty just pipped Ger Cronin for 2nd while Ann Mooney won the runners up table from visitor Mick Douglas.

45 HOLIDAYS Following a long and arduous winter, sometimes argumentative as well, the Progressive 45 players at Keevers have adjourned for a 2 week summer recess. It’s Ok for The Dáil to recess for a couple of months, but we just would not survive that length of a break without our Thursday night ‘fix’.

Last week’s winners were Willie & Brian Keane and Liz Griffin & Biddy Power. Gerry O’Brien & Nora Mai O’Neill were best of the last 5 & Tom Power & Michael O’Reilly won the last game.

PATTERN POKER THIS WEDNESDAY This Wednesday night is the annual Pattern Poker night when we hope to fill all 6 tables for what is usually a cracking game.

The table draw is at 9.30 sharp and it is advisable to book your place in advance by ringing 0868785222 or The Round Tower Hotel on 024-94494.

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

Ardmore/Grange Ladies Football Fundraiser THE hills are alive with the sound of....whoa, hang on there a minute.

Last Sunday at a place locally known as School Hill in Ardmore, the sound from the hill was of a couple of thousand wee plastic balls rolling down, and down, and

down...you get the idea. Eventually they came to a stop at the end of the hill, which was closed to traffic let me add, and a winner was had in the Ardmore Grange Ladies Football Ball Run Fundraiser! Emma O’Keeffe is now €100 richer thanks

to buying a line in the run!

The sun was shining, the postevent treats were yummy and quite a sizeable sum was raised for the ladies football club. Well done to all involved and the photo coverage will give a flavour of the day.

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STRADBALLY

German Scout Group “Wikinger” from Achim

11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scout Group ON Saturday, 8th July, we decided to spend the night on Coumshinaugh lake.We meet at hall at 6.30 in the evening and parents provided transport to Kilcooney Wood.

From their with full gear on our backs we headed up to the lake.

It was a lovely evening, and we made it up in good time.

We got our tents up, some scouts explored the lake, and sat around the triangia later in the night and made Custard cream and marshmallow smores.

Lights out was well after 12 and some even stayed up to the most fabulous sunrise.

Last week we got a call out of the blue from a German scout group, they hail from Achimnear Breman, their group is called “Wikinger” which I’m told means Vikings and their patrol is called Artio.

They arrived in Ireland on the 15th of July and got the train to Wexford and have been hiking (with full gear) their way to Melleray.

I got a call on Wednesday saying that they plan to be in Dungarvan on Saturday, the 21st, but they made good time and came in a day earlier. So for the Friday night Abbeyside kindly put them up for the night and they made their way to our hall on Saturday where they stayed for a well earned rest Also last week we had a meeting to go through final prep for Camp which is nearly upon us.

We are heading to Stradbally, Co. Laois on Wednesday, 25th July until the 2nd of August where were are taking part in a National Jambori with other Scouts from Ireland and abroad.

BAPTISMS Saoirse Healy, daughter of Niamh Barry and Tomas Healy was baptised at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally on Saturday, 21st July, 2018. The godparents were Pat Horsom and Aoife Barry. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated.

Carly May McCarthy, daughter of Helen and Stephen McCarthy, The Comeraghs, Stradbally was also baptised on Saturday, 21st July, 2018. The godparents were Nicola McCarthy and Ger Carey. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated.

POPE’S MASS The Parish Office in Abbeyside has made contact with Fr. Condon in Stradbally to inform him that Fr. Hassett has some places available on the bus travelling to the Pope’s Mass. If anyone is interested in transport on the bus the cost is €15 per

person. Tickets to the Mass will be issued free to those travelling.

Please contact the Parish Office in Abbeyside direct if you are interested in taking up a seat as soon as possible.

TIDY TOWNS NEWS Congratulations to Dr. Senan Cooke, Dunhill, Multi Education Centre, Waterford on the launch of his book ‘The Enterprising Community’ launched last Monday evening, 16th July.

Senan has had a long association with us in Tidy Towns n Stradbally and recently in the Copper Coast Forum where we have all been working together for the economic benefit of coastal villages.

We were delighted to have been represented by our Chairman Joe Curran and his wife Helen at the launch. Senan’s book is a must have for anyone involved in community develop-

ment, social enterprise and volunteering.

BROADBAND People living in the village of Stradbally and surrounds are very well pleased to have seen Eir arrive and start preparations for bringing Fibre Optic Cable and broadband to the village in recent weeks. Plans this week will take a step further and soon representatives from Eir will be knocking on doors for expressions of interest. The new broadband service will be most welcome by businesses, students and people working from home, it has long been on Stradbally’s agenda.

FESTIVE AFTERNOON A reminder of the fundraising Festive afternoon planned for St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, Dungarvan on Saturday next, 28th July, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. in aid of the Union of Parishes of

Comeragh, Stradbally, Kilmacthomas and Dungarvan.

There will be traditional teas, a variety of stalls selling cakes, brica-brac, books, a lucky dip and a raffle. Do drop in especially if you are on holidays in the area, a great afternoon assured and yo will be supporting a worthy cause.

WHIST Last week we had a nice crowd in for the Whist. Overall winner was Steve Smith and the following also won prizes: Betty, Mary Anne, Biddy, Peggy, Cissie, Mary O', Agnes T, Carrie and Ellis.

Wednesday 25th is the last Whist before we have a break for the Summer....opening again beginning of September. Notices will be in the Observer prior to this.

In the meantime I wish you all well and enjoy the wonderful weather.

Durrow Hall DURROW Hall (not to be mistaken for the Barron Hall).

Pictured across, inside page of a book, beautiful hand writing (probably by Miss Gough, Ballykerogue) writing of the winner, Jimmy Curran, Robertstown, Kilrossanty, and Remembrance of Whist Drive at Durrow Hall on the 19th December, 1926. The winner received twelve hard covered books, eleven still in the collection from Newera Library.

These included ‘The poems of Joseph Mary Plunkett. “The political works of Thomas MacDonagh” literature in Ireland studies Irish and Anglo Irish by Thomas MacDonagh MA UCD, and more, well worth a revisit.

Following and trying to put together the story of “Durrow Hall” has many interesting turns.

We believe the Hall was built on the foundations of a planned handball alley or adjacent to the

foundation of same (Mattie Lynch 1999).The Handball Alley, under the direction of Sgt. Lynagh was built in Stradbally and opened c1932.We know that at least one Hunt Ball was held in Durrow Hall 1920s (Nellie Norris/Hallihan 1999) the style/fashion was exciting to the young girls, first time they saw ladies wearing low cut dresses.

The Hall later became the premises for William Cronin’s carpentry business.

In later years it housed animals and fodder and is adjacent to the Greenway.

If anybody has any stories/memories/photos of this premises please contact Tom 0879386209 or brianjcorry@yahooo.ie.

We would like to thank Tom Curran (son of Jimmy) of Robertstown and Strandside North, Abbeyside for sharing the above story with us.

Vintage Tea and Book Jamboree BOB the builder on telly? Nicola Blair working on the 'authors live on TV' set for next Saturday’s vintage tea and book jamboree. It is great to have so many local authors of books and poetry going to be present and they will be interviewed by a local celebrity on Live on TV if you have any questions don't be shy. We wish to acknowledge the support of WCCC and Creative Ireland who are much involved in culture and creativity.

The place to be is the Barron Hall on Saturday, 28th July from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.While many books will be for sale, the high light for me will be the collector items books on view but not for sale, with the authors (or representatives) of same present. Any queries to Nicola 0877160700. [photo courtesy of Dave Pollock]

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BALLYSAGGART Festival Time THE time is upon us again for this year’s Ballysaggart Community Festival. It will commence on Tuesday, July 31st and the events are as follows: Tuesday evening - Art Competition and Pongo in the Community Centre Wednesday evening - 5K Road Race and Walk.

Registration from 6.30 p.m. in the Ballyvera Inn, Ballysaggart.

Walkers off at 7.15 p.m. and Runners at 8.00 p.m. Prize giving and Refreshments in the Ballyvera Inn afterwards.

Thursday evening - 45 Card Drive in the Community Centre.

Friday evening - Car Treasure Hunt and Table Quiz in the

Pictured in front of the Lismore Bug Hotel in the Millennium Park Lismore are on the left Lismore Tidy Towns member Sheila Roche leader of the project and on the right Liam Ahearne who helped.

LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns THE new wood sculpture in the Millennium Park continues to attract people to the park and there has been very positive feedback from locals and visitors. So if you have not seen it please come for a visit.

Even though the work team is on a small break our CE team and individual members are carrying out various tasks. For the past few weeks Gordon and Jim have been doing stone work on the wall in the car park and it should be finished this week.

Willie Henry our chairperson did work on removing Himalayan Balsam from inside the railing at Canal View Park.

Sean Daly has been working on the installation of water butts at various sites around the town-two at the public toilets and one at the golf club with more to

follow in the coming weeks. A grant was received from Waterford City & County Council for this water conservation project. We now wait for rain to fill them! Thanks to Liam Ahearne and Michael McBride for collecting stone as and when required.

Some weeks ago a bug hotel was installed in a quiet corner of the Millennium Park adjacent to the compost area.

This was the brainchild of one of the Lismore Tidy Towns planning sub group member Sheila Roche with help from Liam Ahearne and it is attracting a lot of attention from visitors and townspeople.

Thanks to Clive Blackwell for the timber sign on top and to Jacinta Uniake Munster Signs for the design of the information

sign at the front of the structure.

A bug hotel also known as an insect house/hotel is a manmade structure created to provide shelter for insects. Most consist of several different sections that provide insects with nesting facilities - particularly during winter offering refuge for many different types of insects.

A variety of materials are used in its construction such as stone, logs, banded reeds and bamboo, straw and drilled holes in wooden material to encourage insects to leave larvae to gestate.

Lismore Tidy Towns extends its sympathy to the O'Neill family on the recent death of Mary, Deerpark Road, Lismore. Mary’s late husband Paddy was an active member of Lismore Tidy Towns for many years. May she rest in peace.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart WHEN parishioners give a tenth of their yearly income to the work of their local Parish community we will have a revolution. Other than the Catholic Church, many of the Reformed Evangelical Churches accept it as the standard practice by all their members. The Church depends on the goodwill offerings of the faithful to carry on its work of Christian service.

Our Parish has survived due to the sheer generosity of so many who carry out their work in a voluntary spirit. The Parish is extremely grateful to those who do various aspects of the secretarial work, such as finance accounting, rotas for readers and Eucharistic ministers, altar servers. The Parish appreciates the work of the altar societies who not only look after the flowers but actually provide the flowers.The ministry of music enriches our faith gatherings.

The prayer over the gifts at Sunday Mass refer to the actual contributions made by the assembled community. As the prayer continues it says '.. as you blessed the gifts of Abel so that what each has offered to the honour of your majesty may benefit the salvation of

all.There are two processions in the celebration of the Mass. The first procession occurs in response to the Word of God.We express our faith, our gratitude and our willingness to give ourselves to the Lord in sharing some of our resources. Eucharist can be a moment of teaching on the social responsibilities that accompany our material as well as our spiritual gifts. The Second procession occurs when we walk up with empty hands to receive Holy Communion. Both processions ought to fully engage our attention. Neither should be done in a half bored fashion. We will be going over the kind of life we wish to live that finds expression on the Mass during the next few Sunday’s.

MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m.

Saturday, 28th July - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m.

Sunday, 29th July - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m.

Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m.

PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Ballyvera Inn. Saturday afternoon - Ladies Football and Juvenile GAA in the GAA Field.

Saturday evening - Adult Hurling Match in the GAA Field Saturday night - Disco and Karaoke with a "Lovely Girls" competition in the Ballyvera Inn. This is sure to be a great night.

Sunday - Family Fun Day in the GAA Field featuring an Obstacle Course, L ong Puck competition featuring local inter county stars, Dog Show and many more activities and Side Shows to keep the whole family entertained.

Sunday evening - Fancy Dress Parade followed by a night of

music and craic in the Ballyvera Inn. There are still some minor details to finalise so whtch this space. For more information call 087 7523386 or emailfestivalballysaggart@gmail.com COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan. 2nd: Joan Hannon and John Mills. Lucky Tables: Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey, Stephen Cunningham and Pat O'Connor.

Tickets: Dan Howard, Stephen Cunningham, Bill Leady, Helen Morrissey and Helen Cunningham.

TALLOW AS the Summer continues to delight us with the warm weather, we will soon no doubt be thinking about autumn and one of the highlights of the Tallow year,Tallow Horsefair. The horsefair will be held on Monday, September 3rd which is the traditional day for the fair. Traders come from far and wide and the town comes alive from early morning to late in the evening. So if you’ve never visited Tallow on horsefair day, maybe come along this year and experience this fantastic day out.

BINGO Tallow Bingo continues each Sunday night at 8.30 p.m. with a jackpot now standing at €1,000.

TEA DANCE The Tea Dances continue to attract great crowds every second Friday night to the Community Centre, where dancing commences at 9.00 p.m. and

continues until 12 midnight. A welcome cuppa and cake are served at the break. Everyone welcome, admission is just €10. The next dance will be held on Friday 27th with Philip English.

TALLOW ENTERPRISE CENTRE There has been a fantastic turnout for all the summer camps which were held in the Enterprise Centre this summer. We are now in the third week and this week is Art and Craft, which the children are thoroughly enjoying. Computers and Sewing workshop are still to come.

SAFE PASS Safe Pass course will take place on September 25th. All other courses will commence on Monday, 17th September, with bookings now being taken, please contact us to book in for any class 05856445.

KNOCKANORE KGK COMMUNITY COUNCIL Check us out on our Facebook pages, (Knockanore Area KGK Community Council) and (Knockanore Heritage and History) Once again as in previous years, volunteers from our Community Council are assisting in the parking of cars during the forthcoming Camphire International Horse Trials this weekend.

This activity is important as it brings much needed revenue to the Community Council..

The Weather – The Sunshine is disappearing gradually. A little rain has fallen, not enough for the farmers but too much for the holidaymakers.

Lismore / Ballysaggart Pastoral Council ANYONE wishing to avail of transport to the Papal Mass in the Phoenix Park organised by the Lismore / Ballysaggart Pastoral Council on Sunday, August 26th are asked to give their names and €10 deposit to any of the following people, Helen Hardway, Michael McBride,Tom O’Grady, James Bennett, Martina O’Keeffe. Seats are filling up so your advised to book early to avoid disappointment. Anyone who would like to travel from neighbouring Parishes are most welcome to come along, just make contact with any of the above people.

NEWS ITEMS Copies of our 2017 Parish Magazine will be on sale at the Camphire Horse Trials event, if you haven’t already got a copy, now is your chance.

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

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre Phone (058) 52746, Facebook - Cappoquin Community Centre; email ocappdev@eircom.net CHRISTY MOORE ON THE ROAD TOUR

Christy Moore Cappoquin Community Centre are delighted to announce Christy Moore and his On The Road Tour will play in our Centre on Friday September 14th 2018. Tickets are available from the Centre Office (058) 52746 or Feerick’s Pharmacy (058) 54165.

GYM Opening Hours MondayFriday 8.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Saturday 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Membership €200 per year, €60 for 3 Months, €25 per Month, €5 per casual, OAP/ Unemployed €3 per session Top of the range equipment cardio equipment, we provide a wide range of the latest cardiovascular equipment, from cross trainers to rowing machines to help maximize your fitness.

Resistance equipment - These state of the art machines provide resistance against a certain movement, isolating the targeted muscle group. They operate using weight stacks, allowing total control of your workout. Up to 37.5

Kg Dumbbells, loaded machines including chest press, shoulder press, seated row; pull down, leg press, stack squat and new addition cable machine with large selection of handles and attachments including cable crossover (chest), single standing exercises and duel action pulleys. Also, selection of racks including Olympic flat bar, incline and decline bench press and smith machine and adjustable benches.

We have large selection of loose weights plates ranging from1.25kg to 20kg.

Functional Area, a dedicated area aimed to help improve fundamental strength, acceleration and endurance using the following equipment, Kettle bells, Swiss balls power bags, medicine balls dumb bells and suspension training.

Physical Trainers - Conor Prendergast (087-1247025) fully trained in strength and conditioning training (LIT Certified). Claire Egan (0879713895) Health and fitness Degree from UL. Both our gym trainers will help clients reach their goals with are expert knowledge, they will encourage you to work to the best of your ability whatever your level.These trainers will focus your fitness and training regime to work to your schedule, abilities, interests and lifestyle, both can be contacted at any time to get you started in your new life style challenge.

WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Monday - Ladies Exercise Classes with Paul Murray 10.30

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ART EXHIBITION There is a lovely exhibition of local art at the Old Library (Merry’s) arts centre in Dungarvan at present, and anyone visiting will have the opportunity to see a few works by local artist Felix Faulkner and a giant work based on the Kalahari Desert by Anna Moore of Gort an Scoláire.

Admission is free and it is well worth a visit.

PUBLICATION OF ‘HER STORY’ The Heritage Group has settled on Saturday, November 10th for the launch date of its much anticipated book of different stories and histories of the women of Cappoquin. We hope to decide on a final title in the com-

ing weeks. Some wonderful material has come to light during the research on this project, including the amazing role of women in Cappoquin rowing back to the early 20th century, the near certainty that the famous céilí dance ‘The Siege of Ennis’ was invented by a woman living in Church Street, and the woman from Modeligo who became a famous art owner, including having a Leonardo daVinci at one stage!

Today’s picture shows a group from the National Widows’ Association who went to lobby the European Parliament in Strasbourg during the 1970s, campaigning for the Irish government to be ‘encouraged’ to improve the legal position of

a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Active Retirement 2.00 p.m. - 4.00 p.m., Affane Bridge 7.30 p.m. – 10.00 p.m.

Thursday morning Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Friday Gymnastics 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

MARY BUTLER TD Mrs. Mary Butler TD Fianna Fail will hold a Clinic on the first Saturday of every month at 12.30 p.m. in the Community Centre, all are welcome.

WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Aoife Fitzgerald (058) 52570 First Floor of the Community Centre.

COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO JACKPOT HITS €7,700 Lotto draw 23rd July, 2018.

Jackpot €7,600. Numbers drawn 5, 13, 14, 15. No Winner.

Consolation Prize winners: Gráinne O’Connell, Belmount; Very Rev. Fr. Arthure, Shanbally; Michael Hennebry, Shanbally; Fraher family, Shanbally; Helen Cunningham, Green Street.

Next week’s draw is on the 30th July, 2018, with a jackpot of €7,700.

Remember anyone looking to buy our Lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you.

If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win! widows in the country.

This photograph was taken in Strasbourg and, if you look closely, you can see Grace O’Connor and Josie McCarthy, fourth and fifth from the left in the back row, and Nora Barron on the left of the front row. Isn’t

Blockwork almost finished on our new Gym Extension in Cappoquin.

Comhdháil Cheilteach Idirnáisiúnta - Úachtarán Nua tofa TOGADH Áine NI Fhiannusa mar Uachtarán Idirnáisiúnta ar an gComhdháil Cheilteach i Kemper na Briotáine ag an deire seachtaine seo caite. Is post deonach agus gníomhach é seo chun cairdeas agus caidreamh idir na náisiúin Ceilteacha a fhorbairt agus a chur chun cinn. Tagann na tíortha Ceilteacha le chéíle gach bliain chun seachtain cultúra agus spraoi a chaitheamh le chéíle, agus an téama a bhí againn i mbliaina ná "Na Meáin Socialta - mar tacadh dúinn fanacht i dteangmháil lena chéíle agus an t-eolas a scaipeadh chun baill nua a mhealladh". Bhí árd seachtain againn idir Alba, Mannin, Eíre, An Chorn, An Bhreatain Bhig agus and Bhriotáin. Le ceol, léachtanna agus spraoi agus an aimsir go breá le haghaidh turasanna amach cuireadh fáilte mór romhainn ó Yann Guillmot agus an choiste Bhriotánach. Tuile eolas faoin gComhdháíl le teacht.

INTERNATIONAL CELTIC CONGRESS HAS A NEW PRESIDENT Last week in Kemper, Brittany - Aine Ni Fhiannusa was elected as International President of the Celtic Congress. This is a voluntary and active position and Aine will be busy promoting relations it great to think that three local women took it upon themselves to head off to eastern France as part of a national delegation, to improve the lot of other women in Ireland.

For good measure, the building the women are standing out-

contact between the Celtic Nations. Every year Eire, Alba, Isle of Man,Wales, Brittany and Cornwall come together for almost a week of culture and fun and sharing common interests. This year our theme was "Social Media" as a support to us staying in touch with each other and to spread the news of the Celtic Family with a view to attracting new members and especially the younger Celts from the various nations. It was wonderful to experience the welcome that the Bretons gave us in Kemper and our thanks to Yann Guillmott and the committee.

81 people in all came together during the week, and two excellent young musical ambassadors from Carlow,Tadhg and Colm entertained us every night and performed at the International Concert on Friday night.

We were very proud of their contribution to the Irish delegation with their excellent command of Gaeilge and their musical skills on the Uileann pipes and Piano. There was also an invitation from the Mayor of Kemper to a reception at the Town Hall and a wonderful visit to the countryside as part of our trip. More information on the Celtic Congress in the coming weeks.

side in the picture is that of the Council of Europe, which stands near the European Parliament. In another interesting link-up, the first woman to represent Ireland at the actual Council of Europe was Máire Mhac an tSaoi, also known as Máire Cruise O’Brien.

Of course, her grandfather Maurice Browne and grandmother (an Arrigan from Cappoquin) once lived at Mill Street, Cappoquin – you can see the plaque commemorating the Browne family in the footpath outside their house to this day.

Pictured are a group from the National Widows’ Association who went to lobby the European Parliament in Strasbourg during the 1970s, campaigning for the Irish government to be ‘encouraged’ to improve the legal position of widows in the country.

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MODELIGO LOTTO RESULT 21st JULY 2018 Numbers drawn were 12, 16 and 19. One Winner - Dinny Walsh Clashmore €25 winners - Siobhan Troy, Micheal Phelan, Paddy Kelleher, Mike O’Neill, c/o Nick Troy.

Lotto tickets can be got from any Community Centre member.

Next week’s Jackpot €500.

MODELIGO GRAVEYARD MASS The Annual Graveyard Mass will take place in Modeligo Church on Wednesday, 8th August at 7.00 p.m.

MODELIGO PATTERN 2018 The annual Modeligo Pattern will take place on Saturday, 11th August. Full details of the day to follow in the coming weeks.

NA DEISE LADIES FOOTBALL CLUB Na Deise Ladies Football Club are forming a group called Gaelic for Mothers and Others. Anyone interested in joining for a chance to get fit and have a bit of fun can do so by contacting Monica on 0874112798.

NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Monday’s on 087-4112798 or email them to marymonicaobyrne@gmail.com.

BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro-turf or hall please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY BALLINAMEELA 5KM RACE AND COMMUNITY WALK We are delighted to announce that the Ballinameela 5km Race and Fun Run in conjunction with West Waterford Athletics Club will take place again this year on Friday August 31st.

This event is both a run, and a walk for the locals. Refreshments will be provided afterwards so come along for a cuppa and a nice relaxed social gathering. More details in the coming weeks.

FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.

Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going).

Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session.

LADIES INDOOR SOCCER Ladies Indoor Soccer on every Tuesday night at 7.00 p.m. in the Community Centre. Contact Noirin Kelly on (086) 836 2695 if interested.

BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested.

COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in two ways. Firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout.

Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately.

Follow on facebook - www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie BOOKING THE HALL If you would like to start your own Indoor Soccer game or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147.The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, contact Alison Curran also.

Claire Tobin is responsible for the month of July for opening and closing the Community Centre and can be contacted on 0876808287.

LOTTO RESULTS 23/7/18 – Numbers drawn were 8, 10 and 28. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Mary Curran, Dromore; Kate Morrissey, Cappoquin; Mary O’Connell, Aglish; Eileen Ryan, Dromana; Anne Phelan, Cappagh. Next week’s Jackpot is €3,200 and the draw will take place in Kereen Bar. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 087-9194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

Ella and friends celebrating her birthday on Villierstown Quay.

VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Last week’s winner was Carol Smith who won €50.

Congratulations. Next week’s jackpot is €1,700. Tickets are available locally.

FEEDBACK Amazing feedback and such a positive reaction to last week’s Villierstown NS page in the paper.

Everyone is always delighted to hear what is happening in our local school. It’s such an integral part of our community. I can’t take the credit but thanks to Regina O’Brien for putting it together.

INFORMATION I know it’s always at the end of the notes but I am reminding you again .....this is a community page. I need some information of what’s going on. I am not psychic and can’t know when it’s your granny’s birthday unless you tell me. I know this is a very active village with things happening all the time so tell me and let’s spread the good news.

KAYAK CHALLENGE Kayak challenge takes place again this Friday evening, the 27th from – 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m.

All welcome, all ages, all skill level catered for. Mixed relay always adds to the enjoyment. This is a fantastic evening of fun for everyone.

LEAVE NO TRACE The first junior “Leave no Trace” Treasure Hunt took place around the new walkway through the woods. The children took great pride in learning and implementing the 7 principles of the Leave no Trace programme.

What a day!

“Good teaching is ¼ preparation and ¾ theatre” – Sigmund Freud.

VBC FERRY TO CAMPHIRE Camphire Horse Trials & Country Market next weekend.

Enjoy the experience from Villierstown Quay - Saturday 28th July Ferry times. 8.30 a.m.

– 10.30 a.m., 3.30 p.m. – 7.00 p.m. Sunday, 29th July - Ferry times 9.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m., 4.00 p.m. -7.00 p.m.

CAMPHIRE International Horse Trials &

Country Fair - 25th – 29th July.

ST. DECLAN’S WELL MASS The annual St. Declan’s Well Mass will be celebrated at Toor, on Thursday, 26th July.

VILLIERSTOWN GARDENING CLUB We are very aware how devastating the recent lack of rainfall and hose ban has been on our gardens and greenhouses. If you have been lucky enough and were able to use the collected water in your water butts – great, but for most of us it’s been hard looking at our gardens, greenhouses and laws going brown and dying slowly. But, we will get over that and look forward. So to future proof our need for water here are a few tips about using re-used water.

COLLECT & RE-USE OLD WATER It’s simple to collect rainwater: just divert the water from your drainpipe into a water butt or a wheelie bin.

Reusing grey water (water from baths, showers, washing machines and washing up) is a good way to use water a second time.

You can buy greywater diverters that divert the water from your bath to an irrigation system or a water butt.

Household soaps and detergents are harmless to plants, but don’t use water containing bleach, disinfectant, dishwasher salt or stronger cleaners, which can harm plants, damage soil

Abi on discovering a clue at the Treasure Hunt.

structure and could be a health risk.

DID YOU KNOW Something to keep in mind before the children return to school. Many of the OPW managed heritage sites have free access on the first Wednesday of every month, for the duration of the season. So let’s get going and become heritage junkies... free ones at that!

QUOTE OF THE WEEK To be old and wise…first you must be young and stupid.

This is a community notice page and we need your help to keep it topical and of interest locally.

If you have any photos, announcements, stories you would like included in the notes, please contact – virtue.pc@hotmail.com

Easy like Sunday morning on Villierstown Quay.

Treasure Hunt Find Team 1 - Abi, Bella and Evie.

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TOURANEENA 11th Waterford Scout Reunion St. Mary’s Troop Dungarvan

FLEADH CHEOIL It was a successful trip to Ennis for many of our local dancers and musicians who all performed excellently over the weekend but as with any competition, only so many could progress to the All Ireland Final.

Well done to Monnie Hallahan whose U-18 mixed 4 hand ceili dancing group, after a fabulous performance, won silver in their group and they will now progress to the All-Ireland Fleadh in Drogheda. The 4 hand ceili group consisted of Joseph Connors, Roisin Whelan, Conor Butler and Maedhbh Houlihan.

The Under 12 mixed 8 hand Ceili dancing group were unfortunate not to go through as they gave a great performance, the group consisted of Emma Wall, Eimear Ní hAllachain, Abbie Fitzpatrick, Dearbhaile Houlihan, Riain Hallahan and Stephen Coffey. Congratulations to Jack and Noah Commins whose performance on the day ensured them a third place position but as only the 1st and 2nd placed go through to the All Ireland, they missed out by the narrowest of margins.

A good number of Waterford musicians also went through to the All Ireland Fleadh and massive congratulations are extended to Cian Smith, Ballybrien who secured 3 Munster championship titles in Ennis. Cian was placed 1st in the Uileann Pipes Fast Tunes, 1st in the Uileann Pipes Slow Air and 1st in the Duet with Brid McMaugh Congratulations also to Emma Corbett & Thomas Ahern who were crowned Munster champions in the Senior Duet competition. A special note of interest is that Cian is grandnephew of local lady Terri Fitzpatrick and Brid and Emma are also Terri's grandnieces. There will be a lot of local interest in the All Ireland Fleadh this year and we wish all the participants representing Sliabh gCua and Waterford, much success in August.

SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Due to the recent jackpot wins, this week's Lotto jackpot had reverted to the smaller amount of €200. The draw was held in Hanrahan's Bar and the numbers drawn were 9, 18 and 30. The 5 x €20 winners were Sean Cliffe, Anna Thompson, Rhona Drohan, Mary Duffy, Danny Thompson.

The Promoters prize was won by Marion Cliffe. Next week’s draw will be held in Dunne's Bar on Sunday night 29th for a Lotto jackpot of €300.

GRAVEYARD MASS St. Mary's Church, Touraneena, will hold its annual Graveyard Mass on Wednesday night, 15th August at 7.30 p.m.

TOURANEENA RUNNER'S CLUB Weather conditions were great last Friday night for the 23rd annual Doocey's Oriel Bar 5 mile race and one of the founders of the event, Frank

Bolger, got the runners off the starting line at 7.30 p.m. sharp for what was a very flat and fast course. Well done to Touraneena runners, Gillian Whelan, Michelle Guiry, Marie Keating and Clodagh Kearns and also to the Ballymac runners, Danielle McCarthy, Geraldine O'Riordan, Stephanie Hickey, Danielle Lonergan and Rose Lonergan. Race number 10 in the 12 race Intersport/Elverys/Asics 2018 Summer Series is the annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race and it will take place on Thursday, 2nd August at 7.30 p.m.

GAA CHAMPIONSHIP 2018 Our senior ladies footballers played Galway at the weekend and unfortunately the game didn't go to plan and Waterford were well beaten on the day.

Galway 3-12, Waterford 0-5.

Waterford now face a relegation battle when they take on Tipperary in August.

The Waterford senior camogie team played a superb game against Clare to secure not only a win but a place in the All Ireland quarter final. Final score was Waterford 1-11, Clare 0-12.

Waterford will play Tipperary in the quarter finals in Páirc Uí Chaoimh on Saturday, 4th August. We hope to see a great turnout of support at both games for our camogie and football teams.

COMMUNITY ALERT Research reveals that almost 40% of burglars enter from the back of the house through open windows or doors and with the increased temperatures over the past few weeks it usually means an increase in the number of open windows and doors, which in turn results in an increased opportunity for burglars. Data from the Central Statistics Office and An Garda Siochana showed that there were 19,092 burglaries in 2017, a 3% jump overall.

Outside of advising to double check windows and doors to make sure they are closed, they also advise that garden equipment should not be left lying around and to secure all ladders.

If you are going on holidays, ensure post and bins are collected and to wait until you are home before sharing holiday photos on social media so as to avoid letting others know your house is empty. For anyone that hasn’t yet joined the Touraneena Community Alert Scheme, it is never too late to do so. You can join by simply phoning or texting Mush Keane at 087 9634993 or Richie Hickey at 087 9960373. For a small annual fee of €10, you will receive text notifications about any unusual activity in your community and surrounding areas. If you need to report any unusual behaviour, the mobile phone number for Garda Phil Dee, Ballymacarbry, is 087-9803521.

PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 28th July, 2018 5.10 p.m. Former Scouts, friends and relatives of Jack McCarthy, former Scoutmaster of 11th Waterford, will gather at the Civic Offices.

5.30 p.m. Jack McCarthy will be given a Civic Reception in the Council Chamber at the Civic Offices.

7.30 p.m. Invitation to attend 7.30 p.m.

Community Mass in St. Mary’s Parish Church.

A former Scout will share in the Prayers of Intercession and the Scout Prayer will be read.

8.30 p.m. Lawlors Hotel – meal followed

by Slide Show evoking many, many happy memories.

The Scout Investiture ceremony, which took place on Thursday, 25th July, 1968, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. That occasion will be marked this Saturday, 28th July, with a celebratory dinner at Lawlors Hotel at 8.30 p.m.

Dungarvan Barracudas Swim Club A BUSY week for some of our swim club swimmers. A huge congrats to Elia Tutty and Yuna Tiennery on completing the RNLI Helvick Swim on Sunday. Great swims from both ladies Elia finishing 2nd, and Yuna on her first swim across the bay, before she heads off for the year!!

Well Done! John David White travelled to Tramore for the Snamh Fada which saw over 180 swimmers compete, John David finishing 2nd Junior on the day. Great days swimming, well done to you all!

Sea Swim Training is now in its 4th week, with swimmers preparing for Kinsale Triathlon on Sunday and National Championships in Galway the following week. Great work being done by all, and hoping to live up to the success of their Leaders over the past week. Good luck on Sunday everyone!

John David White in Tramore, Elia Tutty and Yuna Tiennery in Helvick.

Kathleen McCarthy, Hannah Hanrahan, Geraldine Murray and Mary Flynn pictured ahead of the ‘Friends of Padre Pio Nursing Home’ Fundraising 10K and 5K Run and Walk at Tourin, Cappoquin.

[Dan McGrath]

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KILROSSANTY WALK The Annual Noreen Prendergast Memorial Walk will take place on Thursday, August 9th from Clonea to Durrow on the Greenway. A bus will leave Crotty’s Inn, Lemybrien at 7.30 p.m. sharp with the walk commencing at 8 o’clock sharp.The bus will pick up the walkers at Durrow and bring them back to Crotty’s Inn for refreshments and raffle.

Donation bucket will be in Crotty’s Inn as well as on the walk.

Proceeds will go to Solas Waterford. Hope to see a large crowd turn out on the night. It’s always a great community spirit for the last few years.

DEISE DRAW Deise Draw is on tonight, money to be with Jason or Mairead by then. It’s being held in Kilmacthomas.

BINGO Bingo this Friday night 27th July in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 p.m. sharp.

Jackpot is €1,500. Prizemoney is €1,200. Proceeds go to Kilrossanty Juvenile G.A.A. Club. Raffle also for cash prizes.

COLLECTION Thanks to all who supported the second collection last Sunday for Peters Pence.

SACRISTAN Sacristan collection is now due.You will find the envelope in your new packet of church envelopes. Please contribute generously to this collection, as the work done by the sacristans of the Parish is invaluable to the community. This is our opportunity to show our appreciation.

KILMAC BIG ACHIEVEMENT Well done and congratulations to Darragh Power, Cruachán View, Kilmac on being selected on the Irish Under 19 Squad. Darragh plays his soccer at the moment with Waterford United under 19.

ON HOLIDAY A big welcome home from London to Finnian Jim Power, just 11 weeks old and to his parents Lizzy and Derry Power on holiday in Walsh's Place, Kilmacthomas. Enjoy your stay.

THANKS Many thanks to all who supported the recent Irish Kidney Association Church Gate collection, a total of €704 was raised.

GRAVEYARD MASSES Mass will be celebrated in Our Lady of Mercy Church, Kilmacthomas at 9.30 a.m. on Friday morning, 27th July with prayers afterwards for those buried in Kilmacthomas cemetery.

LOTTO Winners in the Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw for Saturday, 21st July. Letters drawn were F, L, M and Z. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Peggy Carey; Michael Mulhearn, Kilmac; Eleanor O'Connell, Clonea; Joe O'Sullivan and Gemma O'Rielly, Main Street, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €900 be in to win.

WHIST Whist winners at the Ballylaneen Whist Club on Monday, 16th July - Monica Gough,Veronica Walsh, Maureen Sullivan, Mary A. Coffey, Kathleen Foran, Margaret Riordan, Linda Dempsey, Kathleen Whyte, Sheila Morrissey, Rosaleen Keane, and Mary Kirwan.

Raffle winners - Monica Gough, Mary O'Donnell and Eileen Power.

Pictured at Helvick Pier for the arrival of the swimmers in the RNLI Sponsored swim are: Pat and Nuala Ryan with their son Billy and Mary Rose Drummey.

[Tom Keith]

D.H.S.C. course 2 Junior sailors levels 3 and 4.

Dungarvan Junior Sailing SUMMER 2018 hasn’t disappointed our young sailors and they have all been blessed with lots of fair weather and enough wind in their sails.

We’re on the second week of our second course this Summer and everyone is having a great time working towards completing their levels, enjoying our wonderful harbour and

making new friends.The biggest problem for our first course participants was keeping the sun cream topped up and staying hydrated!

They sailed through their levels with flying colours and are already planning for Summer 2019.

Our final two-week course starts on 30th July and there are still a few spaces left.

Remember, beginners don’t need to own a boat to start sailing.We hope to include some fun-sailing during our final course for those who have completed their courses for this year but would like to practise or brush up on their skills in a fun and safe environment.

See our website dhsc.ie for further information or contact 087-1759305.

D.H.S.C. Course 2 Junior sailors levels 1 and 2.

Some of the crowd who turned out for the arrival of the swimmers from Ballinacourty in the Annual Helvick Head RNLI Sponsored swim last Sunday [Tom Keith] afternoon.

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WEST WATERFORD CONTACT INFORMATION Please note items to be included in the West Waterford Notes column must be submitted at the latest 10 pm on the Monday night before publication. Items for the notes are always welcome and can be submitted by email to westwatnotes@yahoo.co.uk or by call, text, whatsApp or viber to 087 2076704 or calling 024 92249 thank you.

CIRCUIT TRAINING Circuit Training Classes commence in Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA gym on Wednesday, August 1st, from 6 pm to 6.45 pm. Run by the experienced, qualified and inspiring former Clashmore lady Ann Guiry. Cost is just €30 for 4 sessions. Only 10 people per class. For further information contact Jacinta Fitzgerald, Clashmore or Ann Guiry on 087 6725119.

FIRST ANNIVERSARY MASS

The first anniversary Mass for our beloved late parish priest Fr. Maurice O’Gorman will be celebrated here in Clashmore Church on Thursday, July 26th at 7.30 pm and all are welcome.

WEDDING BELLS BURKE – WHELAN Congratulations and best wishes to our own Mark Burke and his bride Catherine Whelan on the occasion of their recent marriage, which took place at All Saints Church Newtown, on Friday, July 13th.

During the ceremony - The Mount Sion CBS Choir who are past pupils of the dearly loved primary school teacher, Catherine gave a very special performance for the bride and groom and their guests throughout the ceremony.

The choir, whom we are told will be recording a single in London later this year with Don Mescall which will be released for charity in aid of the Solas Cancer Support Centre.

On this occasion the choir wanted to show their appreciation for their teacher who has been such a wonderful inspiration and support to them in their early years.

Later that evening family and friends joined the newly weds for a wonderful celebration of their marriage at their wedding reception at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan.

Every good wish health and happiness to you both in married life.

SUMMER BINGO Summer Bingo this and every Sunday night takes place here in Kinsalebeg Hall and its eyes down at 8 pm.Transport is available to and from the bingo from Youghal town via bus leaving Youghal for Kinsalebeg from all the usual pick-up points.

CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE At our Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night last, July 23rd joint winners on eight games were Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Martin Lynch and Pad O’Halloran, Conor Lynch and Alan McCarthy. Best of the last five were Kathleen Osborne and Eileen Dower.

Our lucky last game winners were Noel Nugent and Paddy Kelleher, Jack Douris and Jim McGrath, Aine Curran and Roger Hynes. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your great support.

CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Our Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA club weekly lotto draw took place last Monday night, July 23rd and the following were the numbers out of the drum 2, 7, 12, 24. We had no jackpot winner.

Next week our jackpot will be €4,900 when our draw takes place at the Decies Bar. Congratulations to the following who were the winners of €20 spot prizes: Podge and Katie Daly, Monatrea; Liam Flynn, c/o M. Lynch; Pad O’Halloran; Jock & Derry, c/o

Parish of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mount Stuart MASS AT ST. DECLAN’S WELL The annual celebration of Mass at St. Declan’s Well, Toor takes place on Thursday, July 26th at 12 noon with confessions at 11.30 am. This annual celebration has been the highlight every year for many decades. It is hoped that those who help out every year will do so once again this year. Details from Fr. O’Connor at (024) 96287 or (087) 2632796.

WORLD MEETING OF FAMILIES Tickets are still available, please contact Maureen Betts or Fr. O’Connor.

The cards; John and Bridget Fitzgerald. Thanks to everyone for supporting our draw.

CLASHMORE RAMBLERS LOTTO RESULTS Our weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place on Sunday night last, July 22nd. Our letters drawn were: R, N, Z, J. We had no winner of our Jackpot which now stands at €850.The following were our lucky weekly prizewinners of €20 each: Brian Foley, E. Foley, Lauren Power.

Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support.

LIVE AT DEISE BRÚ!

Live at Deise Brú House, Aglish on this and every second Saturday and Sunday evening we have duo “Out The Gap” playing outside in the garden hope to see you all there.

SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to Mrs. Peg Brock, Ballyheeney, Clashmore and all the Long family on the recent death of her brother Ned Long of Dermot Hurley Estate, Youghal, and formerly of Ballykilty, Killeagh.

Ned died peacefully at home on July 13th, 2018. Dearly loved husband of Eileen and loving father of Susan, Alan, Derek, and Rachel. Ned will be so dearly missed by all his family and friends.

Reposing at Egan's Funeral Home on Sunday evening.

Requiem Mass for Ned was celebrated on Monday at the Holy Family Church, Youghal.

Following Mass Ned was laid to rest in North Abbey Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

CLASHMORE IS LOOKING WONDERFUL Compliments for our very hard working Tidy Towns Committee have been echoed from people right throughout the county and they are all well deserved. We appeal to everyone to continue to assist them in their work in any way they can to help to keep Clashmore looking its very best. There has been an amazing response to the photographs of various features of the village published during recent weeks – copies of any of the photographs are available to order to 087 2076704 and all the proceeds will go to Clashmore Tidy Towns.

DUNGARVAN SHOW We have many locals participating in various sections of the annual prestigious Dungarvan Show on Thursday of this week and we wish them every success.

National Heritage Week 2018 AUGUST 18th – 26th NATIONAL Heritage week takes place each year during the last week of August. When local and national organisations organise and take part in events which are held throughout the country, to highlight the wonderful work being done by communities in Ireland to preserve and promote our natural, built and cultural heritage.

Here in Clashmore and Kinsalebeg we have a

wonderful group of people who are doing trojan work to record our heritage and document our grave yards.

As part of heritage week on Sunday, August 26th from 10.00 am to 1.00 p.m. the Clashmore & Kinsalebeg Heritage Group will host a special event entitled “Clashmore in the 19th Century” at the Heritage Centre and all are welcome. For further details contact Jacinta Kiely at 087-2362319 or email her at jacintakiely@gmail.com

Liam Troy on behalf of Clashmore Ramblers FC presents Maurice Fitzgearld recent winner of their Lotto Jackpot of €4,550.

Congratulations Maurice!

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KILL KILL GAA BBQ We’ve had storm Ophelia, we’ve had the Beast from the East. Well now we think you deserve a night out. Whether you're new to the community or part of the community, why not come along to Kill GAA Club's barbecue at Dunphy’s Bar this Saturday, July 28th at 8.00 p.m.

Paddy's Pride will provide the entertainment for you on the night. The night is a Superhero Fancy Dress theme, or you can come as you are. So go on, meet your neighbours, meet your community. Tickets are just €10 and can be bought from any Kill player, committee member, Happy Days Shop or Dunphy’s Bar. We hope to see you there.

KILL GAA LOTTO At last week's Lotto draw, held

in Dunphy’s Bar, there was no winner of the €10,000 Lotto jackpot. On the night there was one match 3 winner who was Warren Power. The numbers drawn were 1, 10, 26 and 30.The lotto draw was sponsored by Dunphy’s Bar, Kill Village.

BINGO Join us for Bingo in Kill Community Centre this Thursday, July 26th with eyes down at 8.00 p.m. sharp.

Refreshments are served and great prizes as well as a great night out are guaranteed.

BIRTHDAY WISHES Very happy birthday wishes to Sarah Whelan who celebrates her birthday this week. All your friends and family wish you a wonderful day and a great year ahead.

BONMAHON WELL DESERVED Congratulations to PJ O'Shea who recently received a special 30 Year Life Saver Award from Irish Water Safety. PJ was presented this award during the recent presentation of certificates of Bonmahon Life Guard and Lifeboat Club which recognises his outstanding dedication to lifesaving over the past 30 years.Well done P.J. and keep up the great work, making a real difference in your community and further afield!

BONMAHON SURF CAMPS Bonmahon Kids Surf Camps are now in full swing. As every year, camps will be running until the end of the summer holidays from Monday to Friday. For more information or to book now, please contact Tadhg on 087 6398210.

BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY The numbers drawn recently were 3, 10, 27 and 30. We had no Jackpot winner but Mary Daly matched 3 numbers and receives €100.

Our next Jackpot stands at a fantastic €11,050.

Michael Dunford, Al Eile Stud presenting the cheque on behalf of Michael Ryan to Eddie Cantwell, also present Waterford County Museum committee members Chrissy Knight-O'Connor & Sarah Lucas.

GALLOWS HILL DIG DONATION A great big thank you to Mr Michael Ryan, Al Eile Stud, Kilgobinet, who kindly gave us a very generous donation toward our Gallows Hill Dig.This donation has insured that we can press ahead with the second archaeological dig at the mound.

The week long dig, which again is a community effort, begins on the 17th August, 2018 and is led by archaeologist Dave Pollock.

ENTENTE FLORALE Last Thursday the 19th July, 2018 our members were busy showing the Entente Florale judges the projects that they have

been involved with in the community. Well done to Dungarvan Tidy Towns & Waterford Council.

ANNUAL MUSEUM FUNDRAISING BOOK SALE We are now accepting book donations in the museum for our annual fundraising Book Sale.

The Book Sale will be held sometime during October 2018.

YOUR CHANCE TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM Museum membership is available for an annual fee of €15 if you would like to support the work of the Museum. The Museum relies heavily on membership fees, donations and fundraising activities, so we would be delighted if you would join us as a member.

DONATION OF OBJECTS AND OLD PHOTOGRAPHS The Museum relies on donations of objects from members of the public. We do not have funds to purchase objects, so we would be very grateful for any objects of local historic interest which you would kindly be willing to donate to us. Also if you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. with a County Waterford connection we are very happy to accept them.

VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at (058) 45960 to arrange a visit.

Object of the Week Down Survey Map of County Waterford 1654

Trócaire thanks people of Waterford for helping to raise over €103,000 for life-saving appeal THE Waterford public helped to raise over €103,000 for Trócaire’s East Africa appeal, which took place this time last year.

Trócaire has thanked the people of Waterford for donating to the life-saving appeal, with their support continuing to save lives.

Their donations provided water, food and funds to 75,000 people in Somalia, South Sudan, Kenya and Ethiopia.

The appeal was launched in response to the threat of famine in these four countries as a combination of drought and conflict left almost 25 million people facing severe food shortages. A national church collection, organised by the Bishops' Conference in support of Trócaire's work, was held on the weekend of July 22nd/23rd and raised €5m for the emergency response.

Generous contributions from parishioners in the Waterford & Lismore Diocese raised €103,075.00, helping to provide

vital aid including: • Food support to 13,000 primary school children in Kenya.

• Rain water harvesting installed for 1,112 households.

• Clean water for 4,800 people in Ethiopia.

• Seeds and tools for 20,000 people in South Sudan. Éamonn Meehan, Trócaire Executive Director, thanked the Irish public for their compassionate generosity to last year’s campaign.

“This weekend marks the one-year anniversary of the national church collection held in support of Trócaire’s east Africa emergency appeal,” said Meehan.

“The Waterford public’s compassionate generosity has helped us to provide emergency food, livelihood support and water supplies to some of the most devastated areas in the region.

“On behalf of Trócaire, I would like to sincerely thank every parishioner who donated to this appeal.”

THE museum was delighted to receive a donation of this Down Survey Map for County Waterford from historian Julian Walton. It will be on show soon in our newly arranged displays.

In August 1649 Oliver Cromwell’s New Model Army travelled to Ireland to reoccupy the country following the Irish Rebellion of 1641.

This army was raised and supported by money advanced by private individuals, subscribed on the security of 2,500,000 acres of Irish land to be confiscated at the close of the rebellion.

The 1642 Adventurer’s Act stated that the Parliament's creditors could reclaim their debts by receiving confiscated land in Ireland.

The Act for the Settlement of Ireland provided for the confiscation and redistribution of the lands of the defeated Irish, mostly Confederate Catholics, who had opposed Cromwell and supported

the Royalists. Parliamentarian soldiers who served in Ireland were entitled to confiscated land in lieu of their wages, which the Parliament was unable to pay in full. Lands were also to be provided to settlers from England and America.

The dispossessed landholders were to be transported to Connacht and to other countries.

William Petty, then physician general to the Irish armies, offered to undertake a new survey which would be completed within thirteen months. The Government signed a contract with Petty on the 24th December, 1654. The maps are known as the ‘Down Survey’ because the information was mapped down.

Trinity College Dublin has digitised the maps and they can be viewed at http://downsurvey.tcd.ie/index.html

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Fr. Twomey’s Residents’ Association Annual Sports Day and Barbecue THE Fr. Twomey’s Resident’s Association Annual Sports and Barbecue took place on Saturday, 21st July. The sun shone brightly as one of the biggest attendances came out to enjoy a day filled with activities for the children of the area. Races from under 2 to 14 years, wellie throwing, ball through hoop and penalty competitions kept them entertained for the afternoon. Each child that participated received a memorial medal.

Then Jim and Francis had the burgers and hot dogs ready on the babecue while the ladies supplied us all with cakes, tarts and teas.

Thanks to Kevin Forde of Daybreak, Youghal Road, Dungarvan for supplying all the food and drinks and to all who helped out on the day. All agreed what a wonderful amenity it is to have a green space in the heart of the community for events like this to take place. Looking forward to 2019.

RESULTS Boys & girls 2 years and under - Fionn Hallahan, Jacob and Ruben Sheehan.

Boys & girls 4 and under - Jess Collins, Cooper Flynn, Lena Fitzgerald, Millie Fitzgerald, Louise Cooney, Alanna Pope.

Boys & girls 5 & 6 - Corey Flynn, Paul Worley, Donnacha O’Dwyer, Jack Murphy, Taylor Power.

Girls 6 & under - Janey Cooney, Jack Murphy, Hannah Halley, Naoise Burke, Sadie Burke.

Boys 8 & under - Calum Fitzgerald, Cara Power, Laura Fitzgerald, Jaden Organ, Killian Pope, Lily May Power.

Boys 10 & under - Calum Fitzgerald, Aoife Healy, Caitlin Tutty Walsh, Jamie Clancy Hayes, Gemma Kirwan, Ethan Dunne, Caoilin Dunne, Rian Bulfin.

Boys 14 & under - Perise Facey, Darragh Murphy, Calum Bulfin, Luke Powell.

Girls 14 & under - Cara Hallahan, Cara Power, Hannah Csonka.

Boys & girls 5 & under - Jaden Mullan, Calum Fitzgerald, Lucy & Peter Hogan, Cara Power.

Penalty competition - Robbie Wall, Donnacha O’Dwyer, Calum Bulfin, Luke Power, Noah Condon, Jamie Healy, Darragh Murphy, Paddy Fitzgerald, Corey Flynn, Aoife Healy, Conor Fitzgerald, Paul Worley, Jamey Clancy Hayes, Jamie Organ and Calum Fitzgerald.

Throwing the wellie.

The under 6 race in full flow.

Participants in the under 10 race.

Participants in the under 2 race.

Penalty competition.

A section of the large attendance at the Ft. Twomey’s Residents’ Association Sports Day and Barbecue on the green at Spiringfield on Saturday last.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

R N L I 24 t h A n n u a l H e l v i c k Sw i m & B BQ t h e b est eve r

By Joan Clancy EVERYONE had a great day at the 24th Annual Helvick Swim & BBQ last Sunday July 22nd on Helvick Pier in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station.We were blessed with beautiful July sunshine and balmy sea breezes.

Conditions were almost perfect with high tide just after1pm when the swimmers who opted for the 4k distance, entered the water in Ballinacourty, with an absolute minimum tide or current to obstruct swimming in a straight line. The air temperature in the bay was 22 degrees.

The course across the bay was marked from one side to the other by huge orange marker buoys laid down by Kevin O’Morchoe, Nicky Hannigan and their team. They were accompanied by a safety flotilla of kayakers and RIBs under the stewardship of Kevin O’Morchoe who volunteered as Officer of the Day. The RNLB Robert Armstrong the Helvick Head Lifeboat was in attendance with Richard Haynes at the helm and crew Alan Kelly, Liam Harty and Cathal Reilly.

The sponsored swimmers were Laurence Boland, Linda Bradfield, Peter Burke, Nuala Carroll, Liz Callaghan, Adam Carey, Justin Coonan, Ray Crowley, Micheal Curran, Aine Cusack, Pat Devereux, Paul

Dillon, Darren O Droma, Tony Ferncombe, Sinead Ni Faolain, Michael Flynn, Ciaran Foley, Richie Foley, Aoibhean Geary, Aaron Glynn, Jamie Hallahan, Patrick Hallahan, Michael Hayes, Aisling Hennessey, Jamie Hennessey, Claire Kennedy, Colm Kennedy, Michael Lee, Patrick Lee, Michal Malasiewicz, Simon Moloney, Aidan McCarthy, Anne McCarthy, Jennifer McGrath, Declan O’Mahony, John O’Mahony, Nick Molloy,Therese Molyneux, Barry Morrissey, Daniel Murphy, Joanne O’Neill, Jenny Noctor, Nicky Power, Tommy Power, Mark Radley, Tara Rhatigan, John Roche, Mick Roche, Billy Ryan, Emma Saunders, Silvie Ui Sheanlaoich, Ryland Teifi, Darren Tutty, Elia Tutty, Angela Wade Moore, Carol Walsh, Sinead Walsh, Maggie Walshe, Lillian Whelan.

Just as the swim began the wind freshened a little with a wind direction Force 2 west south-west and a wind speed of 10 mph as was forecast, beneath a cloudy sky with sunshine.

A little later those who choose the 2k distance were ferried to a point in the water off Ballinacourty lighthouse.

This writer was entertained aboard Ian and Olivere Walsh’s boat “Draiocht” with Darina Clancy and some of her TG4 crew who were making a docu-

RNLI Ian Walsh who served as Helvick Station Manager for many years, pictured in Ballinacourty with crew Liam Harty, Alan Kelly, Shay Young, Sean O Reagain and Simon O'Hara ahead of the 2018 swim across Dungarvan Bay in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station. Both Ian and Simon formed part of the safety flotilla.

[Joan Clancy] mentary “Townlands in the Gaeltacht” for Aniar TV in association with TG4.

As we got closer to Helvick the windscreens of the cars parked neatly in Murray’s field

RNLI Ian Walsh who served as Helvick Station Manager for many years, pictured in Ballinacourty with sponsored swimmers Darren O Droma who has the distinction of taking part in all 24 swims, Pat Devereux who serves on Helvick crew and Billy Ryan who is a first cousin of Darren, ahead of the 2018 swim across Dungarvan Bay in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station.

[Joan Clancy]

on the main road near the pub glistened like diamonds in the sun, while all around the bay were fields of pale green, kaki and blond, bleached by the drought and this summer’s exceptional spell of hot weather.

Out of a total of 63 sponsored swimmers the first woman in was Nuala Carroll from Fethard-onSea; the first man to arrive was Michael Roche also from Fethard-on-Sea. Michael Wright the Mad Hatter was in full flight commentating on the swimmers’ arrival while the heady aroma of the burgers whetted the appetites and children enjoyed themselves on the bouncy slide and having their faces painted.

And people bought tickets for the raffle with 18 wonderful prizes generously sponsored by local businesses.

We had an entire community and visitors coming together having a whale of a time, enjoy-

ing the BBQ, minerals and hospitality served by the legendary tea ladies to the strains of familiar tunes performed on the pier by Dungarvan Brass Band while Deirdre Doocey and her team did a roaring trade in quality RNLI merchandise.

The wreaths of victory for the new Queen and King of Helvick went to Bridget Whelan from Stradbally and her son Criostoir Ó Faolain a volunteer on the Helvick crew.

The day started at 6.30am for many of the volunteers.

Everybody from traffic marshals to those who carried ladders and gear, to the countless kayakers and dinghies, the fantastic communication, the brave swimmers, Rescue 117 helicopter who gave is the usual spectacle ...even the dogs enjoyed themselves as they preened and sashayed for honorary adjudicator Margo Harty from Déise Vets, accompanied by their proud owners of all ages.

“The generosity of our local media and sponsors is always as humbling as it is welcome” said Hon Fundraising Chairman Kevin O’Morchoe.

“The final word has to go to our swimmers though.To take on a swim across Dungarvan Bay requires bravery, strength and dedication. It is the training and taking part that counts” said swim co-ordinator Oliver Clancy.

“Whether they were racing or just taking on a personal challenge, from the first toe in the water to the last weary step ashore, they drew the admiration and respect of all the crew and volunteers at Helvick RNLI” he added.

Everybody went away happy, knowing they did their bit to keep a boat, a crew and a lifeboat station thriving.

The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. Respect the water!

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First swimmer across the bay was Nuala Carroll from Fethard-on-Sea, Co. Wexford, and a member of the recently-formed Slade Swimming Club. She took part at the 24th Annual Sponsored Swim and BBQ at the RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat Station, which is organized by the fund-raising committee of the RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat Station each year. Here she is being helped come ashore by RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat Station volunteers - helmsman Paidí Breathnach (left) and Seán Breathnach, the station’s Deputy Launch Authority.

[Catherine Foley]

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Michael Lee from New Zealand, now living in Dungarvan, was one of those who completed the swim across the bay at the 24th Annual Sponsored Swim and BBQ. [Catherine Foley]

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Pat Geoghegan, Aaron and Jim Hayes, Annette Geoghegan, Sean and Catherine Hayes in Ballinacourty ahead of the RNLI Helvick Swim across Dungarvan Bay in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station.

[Joan Clancy]

Roisin Clancy with her husband, sponsored swimmer Ryland Teifi in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2018 swim across Dungarvan Bay in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station.

[Joan Clancy]

Sponsored swimmers Sinead Ni Faolain and Billy Ryan in Ballinacourty ahead of the 2018 swim across Dungarvan Bay in aid of Helvick Lifeboat Station.

[Joan Clancy]

Mary Kiely and Aoibhín Connaughton on Helvick Pier last Sunday selling tickets for the raffle.

[Catherine Foley]

Nicky Hannigan, DLA Helvick Lifeboat Station with Anne and Barry Hannigan, Michael Daly, Ciara Hannigan holding her son Tadhg at the RNLI merchandise stall in Ballinacourty ahead of the RNLI 24th Annual Helvick Swim across Dungarvan Bay. [Joan Clancy] Liadain Clancy (12) with her brother Liam (9) and their chocolate labrador Trixie at the 24th Annual Sponsored Swim and BBQ. [Catherine Foley]

Nora Tobin, her son Mike Tobin and her granddaughter, Blaithín Mac Aogáin (5) ag baint taitneamh as an ócáid at the 24th Annual Sponsored Swim and BBQ, which is organized by the fundraising committee of the RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat Station each year.

[Catherine Foley]

RNLI Swim Co-ordinator Oliver Clancy, Audrey Hallahan, sponsored swimmers Nicky Power, Angela Wade Moore, Jamie Hallahan, Emma Saunders, Sylvia Ui Sheanlaoich and Patrick Hallahan in Ballinacourty ahead of the 24th Annual Helvick Swim across Dungarvan Bay for Helvick Lifeboat Station. [Joan Clancy]

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Join the GSK Fundraising Challenge . . .

Hop On for St. John’s on Saturday, 25th August YOU are invited to join the team from GSK Dungarvan and walk 5K along the Greenway on Saturday, 25th August to help raise funds to purchase a wheelchair accessible bus for St. John’s Special School.

When: Saturday, 25th August at 4.30 p.m. (Check-in from 4 p.m.)

Where: Ballinacourty to Grattan Square, Dungarvan Who: Everyone – buggies and bikes welcome. Greenway rules apply.

Register online: tinyurl.com/gskchallenge Donations accepted at the check-in desk.

The 5K Family Walk is the final stretch of a fundraising challenge that more than 130 employees from GSK are planning to undertake.

The GSK team will set out at 7.00 a.m. from the manufacturing site in Dungarvan walking the Greenway to Kilmacthomas, expecting to return to Dungarvan by 6.00 p.m. More than 40 GSK employees have signed up to complete the entire walking challenge of 46 kilometres, while others will walk one leg, the equivalent of 30,000 steps.

Brian Fox, GSK Site Director said: “When it comes to how we choose to support charities, keeping it local is really important. This year our charity committee has selected a local cause that we know is close to a lot of hearts: St. John’s Special School in Dungarvan. Our ambition is to support St. John’s Special School with the purchase of a wheelchair accessible bus. 24% of the children who attend the school are either wheelchair users or have other factors that affect their mobility and restrict their access so this will be transformational for the children attending the school and will open up a world of opportunities and experiences for them.”

Helen Forde, Principal St. John’s Special School said “A bus would mean the world to us! If we didn't have to cover the cost of buses then we would have money to spend on the actual experiences for the children, to give them more learning opportunities to broaden horizons and push boundaries, to help parents by working together to prepare the children for life activities such as going to cinema, a cafe etc.”

Irene Lawlor, GSK Communications Manager said: “St. John’s is a special school in Dungarvan for children aged between 4 and 18 years with a mild or moderate general learning disability, with special classes for children with a severe to profound general learning disability. We are asking our colleagues, family, friends and everyone in Dungarvan to support our fundraising challenge to help raise lots of money to support St. John’s Special School with the purchase of a wheelchair accessible bus. 100% of the funds raised will go to the purchase of the bus for St. John’s.”

Taking part in the Waterford Sports Partnership Bikefest 2018 were John [Sean Byrne] and Sean Byrne.

Cuil Cheoil – The dancing troupe who have been performing in the Annual Cuil Cheoil Cabaret in The Park Hotel on Tuesday nights. Last week, there was an exceptionally large attendance with the anticipated house full even before the opening notes. The dancers are spectacular as they improve from year to year and, of course, there are several young dancers who take their places, confidently and skilfully, beside the adults, even though they have not yet reached their teens. The musicians too are inspiring with a mixture of older players and young musicians who have shown that they can hold their own in any company. They confidently and boldly provide the music for the dancers and then show the audience just how skilful they are as they launch into their own sets and solos. All round, it is an excellent show, but do come early as audiences will continue to grow every week. In the time-worn phrase ‘A great night is assured’, but this is no hollow claim, but a valid statement of the talents and ability of the young entertainers of Comeraghs Comhaltas to entertain an audience.

Mules & Men back to Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival THE Dunmore East International Bluegrass Festival has an exciting range of international and home grown acts lined up for the free four-day festival in the Co. Waterford village from August 23rd to August 26th.

Fans of bluegrass, honkytonk, blues, country, Americana and rhythm ‘n’ roots are in for a real musical treat as the picturesque village’s International Bluegrass Festival will feature 14 artists playing almost 40 free gigs throughout the village.

Mules & Men is a four-piece Irish band comprised of Lily Sheehan, Luke Coffey, John Denby and Mark Corry.

Bound together by a shared love of folk and bluegrass, Mules & Men have been reinterpreting these classic sounds into a unique and contemporary style of their own, drawing on influences that are wide ranging.

With three-part harmonies, blazing string playing, and inspired original material, this band has been bringing audiences to a standstill all over the country.

No strangers to the Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival, Mules &

Men performed at the festival in 2016 and are excited to be back again this year.

Luke Coffey of Mules & Men said the experience was memorable and one they are looking forward to repeating.

“We were in the fledgling stage of our career when we performed in Dunmore East two years ago and the reaction by the audiences to our music gave us a massive confidence boost.

Our style could be described as Acid Celt grass, which is lively, energetic and doesn’t take itself too seriously.”

“We’re really looking forward to coming back to Co. Waterford later in the summer.

The Dunmore East Bluegrass festival has always been a great supporter of new Irish bands and it’s a wonderful opportunity for young bands to share the stages with the greats such as the Honeycutters and Whiskey Deaf.”

Mules & Men have had a busy few months with the release of their first single “Procrastination Blues” last month and the release of their debut album “Thinking Sideways” scheduled for

September. They’ll also appear at Electric Picnic and KnockanStockan, capping an eventful year.

In good company, Mules & Men will perform in the village with Amanda Anne Platt and the Honeycutters, Whiskey Deaf, Demolition String Band, Woodbine, Mons Wheeler Band, the Backyard Band, Brother’s Parker, Pilgrim St, Kiss My Grass, Bert and Henry, Charlie Reader,Vickers Vimy

and Whistle.

The 24th Dunmore East International Bluegrass Festival, Co. Waterford kicks off on Thursday evening, August 23rd at the Spinnaker Bar and Restaurant, and heralds the start of 14 bands, playing almost 40 free gigs throughout the village.

For more information visit www.discoverdunmore.com or keep up to date on the Discover Dunmore East facebook page.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Experience the magic of Fossett’s Circus …

1 30 Ye a r A n n i ve rs a r y S h ow

Juggler Lena Smaha – one of the few female Jugglers in the world

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Reviews Movie

In association with SGC Dungarvan Incredibles

By Bill Tubbritt IT has taken 14 years to make the sequel to the very popular Incredibles movie from 2004. 14 years later we are back with Incredibles 2 and nothing has changed for our family of super heroes. The movie is again written and directed

by Brad Biro previously stated before that the reason for such a long wait for the second movie was his commitment of other projects.

The voice cast sees Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter, Sarah Vowell and Samuel L. Jackson all reprising their roles from the first film.

Incredibles 2 brings Helen Parr aka Elastigirl (voice of Holly Hunter) into the spotlight, leaving Bob at home with Violet and Dash to tend to everything on the home front. This is not as easy as it sounds and is made all the more tougher by the fact that the family is still unaware of baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers.The family and Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) are forced to reunite and find a way to work together again when an evil plan is hatched by the villain of the piece.

This movie has certainly continued with a very familiar format to the first movie which may be a small grip for some movie goers. That really is only a small thing as Incredibles 2 is a very entertaining family movie. The Movie was released state side in early June and has gone down very well indeed with cinema audiences and is sure to be a big summer hit here.

Rating 4/5

Skyscraper

By Tamara Ní Shíocháin THIS year Fossett's Circus, the oldest continuously touring circus in the world, is delighted to bring our all new 2018 production to the people of Dungarvan and surrounding areas with our "5 Star Show" ratings from customers on our Facebook page.

We feature the very best in international circus performers while presenting the incredible skills and daring of our own family members all in our unique style of circus show, featuring Jugglers, Hula Hoop artistry, Aerial acrobats, Contortionist, DEATH DEFYING DAREDEVILS and much more.

We are thrilled to include exciting and new circus presen-tations never before seen in this country from all over the world for 3 performances at Waterford Road in Dungarvan beside the Coolagh Service Station, a show definitely not to be missed.

Throughout the 2 hour, fast paced performance our very own Clown Otto

will bring his special brand of magic (and mayhem) to the show! A firm favourite with children and adults alike, Otto has promised us that he has a few new tricks up his sleeve this year. Our Ringmaster, Marion Fossett, will keep the whole show flowing as usual.

We are very proud of our 2018 production and we look forward to seeing old friends and making new ones as we tour the country for the 130th consecutive time.

Book on line for Great Value circus tickets on www.fossettscircus.com BOOK NOW! We visit DUNGARVAN – WATERFORD ROAD ~ THURSDAY 26th TO FRIDAY, 27th JULY. IT’S FOSSETT’S …. WORTH THE WAIT…. TRUST THE NAME YOU KNOW FOR SPECTACULAR CIRCUS ENTERTAINMENT EVERY JULY IN DUNGARVAN! www.facebook.com/fossettscircus1888

BEIDH an réalta scannán Dwayne Johnson ag filleadh ar ais go dtí pictiúrlanna sa scannán Skyscraper. Is scannán gníomhach ó Mheiriceá é Skyscraper atá scríofa agus stiúrtha ag Rawson Marshall ThurberIt. Ina theannta sin, is iad Dwayne Johnson, Chin Han, Roland Møller, Noah Taylor, Byron Mann, Pablo Schreiber, agus Hannah Quinlivan na príomhaisteoirí sa scannán seo.

Ba gníomhaire FBI é Will Sawyer (Johnson) ach anois is measúnóir slándála é san ilstórach spéire is airde ar domhan. Mar gheall ar sin, cónaíonn sé san ilstórach spéire sin. Dar le daoine eile, tá an foirgneamh i gceist an-sábháilte agus ní bheadh aon duine ábalta briseadh isteach ach ar an ndrochuair níl Will cinnte. Nuair a tharlaíonn ionsaí sceimhlitheoireachta, tá clann Sawyer i bponc mar tá siad gafa ar an 96ú hurlár agus tá an foirgneamh trí thine. Tá rudaí níos measa arís nuair a chuirtear an milleán ar Sawyer as an ionsaí.

Ina theannta sin, ní raibh Neeve Campbell ar an scáileán mór ó 2011 nuair a chríocnaigh na scannáin “Scream” agus tá sí ar ais anois. Tá a lán gnéithe neamhréadúla sa scannán ach is scannán maith é ar aon nós. Tá Skyscraper ar cheann de

na cúpla scannán amach i mbliana nach dtáinig sé as scannán eile, seó teilifíse nó cluiche físeáin agus is fiú é a fheiceáil mar gheall ar sin, gan dabht.

Rátáil 3/5

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School New Term DUNGARVAN Junior Musical Stage School are currently recruiting students for their new term that will commence on Monday 20th August and runs until January. The stage school is going from strength to strength with each passing term and this is your opportunity to come and join our Stage School Family. If you like to sing, dance, act and perform live on stage or you just like to have fun and make new friends then why not see for yourself why so many happy students from Dungarvan and the West Waterford area can’t be wrong. No experience is required to join the stage school and all levels of ability are catered for in our classes that take place every Monday and Wednesday in St. Joseph’s School Dungarvan.We cater for students aged 4 to 6,

7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 and new students are always more than welcome. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about full scale End of Term productions that include our most recent productions of Sister Act, Annie and Legally Blonde to name just a few and we are delighted to announce that our next end of term production will be the hilarious musical comedy All Shook Up based on the much loved music and songs of Elvis Presley and we are sure it will prove to be a huge hit and great fun for all our students and audiences alike. All Shook Up will be staged at The Sports Centre Dungarvan in January. We will be holding a Registration / Open Evening on Friday, 17th August in St. Joseph’s School

Dungarvan from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. for new students to enrol for the new term. If you can’t make it on Friday 17th don’t worry as you can secure your place today by simply calling David or Brian on 087-2360330 and we will happily answer any questions you might have and enrol you over the phone or you can contact us through our Facebook page and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building, having fun and making new friends while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit the students way and beyond the world of the stage and the rehearsal room. Let The Fun Begin!

The Casey family pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Run.

[Garrett Fitzgerald Photography]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Members of Erie Playhouse and Dungarvan Dramatic Club at an official welcome from Waterford City and County Council.

Erie Playhouse visit to Dungarvan ON June 30th, nine members from Erie Playhouse were welcomed to Dungarvan by Dungarvan Dramatic Club.

DDC’s relationship with Erie Playhouse began in 2007 when members from both groups met as part of the twinning process and came up with the madcap idea of bringing theatrical productions in either direction across the Atlantic Ocean!

First Erie performed ‘The Fantastics’ here in 2008 and then DDC brought its production of “Faint Voices” to Erie Pennsylvania. 11 years later we were thrilled to welcome back our friends from Dungarvan’s sister city of Erie, Pennsylvania.

What a busy week we had showing them around Dungarvan and its environs – Dungarvan Castle, picnic in Town Park, the Greenway, Blarney, Cobh, the Rock of Cashel, Coolemore Stud, Blackwater River, Youghal, Curraghmore House, Dungarvan Town, as well as meals in many of our fabulous restaurants and a

few beverages in our local hostelries!

DDC were so proud to show off Dungarvan and Co Waterford in the glorious sunshine and our American visitors were suitably impressed!

Erie Playhouse performed ‘The Glorious Ones’ in the Town Hall Theatre on Wednesday 4th and Thursday 5th, July to the delight and appreciation of Dungarvan audiences.

On July 4th, the members of Erie Playhouse were delighted to join fellow Americans in the Council Chambers for an official welcome from Cllr. Declan Doocey, Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. John Pratt, Cathaoirleach of Dungarvan and Lismore Municipal District and fellow councillors and to raise the American flag on Independence Day. On the final night of The Glorious Ones, Erie Playhouse was joined by Peggy and Spencer Laughlin. Peggy presented Dungarvan Dramatic Club a let-

Peggy Laughlin presents a letter of thanks from Senator Dan Laughlin to Siobhán Buckley, President of DDC.

ter on behalf of her husband, Senator Dan Laughlin, Senator the 49th District of Pennsylvania.

In his letter, Senator Laughlin thanked the Club for hosting the Erie Playhouse and complimented both DDC and Erie Playhouse on their dedication and cooperation to maintain an overseas bond between the two sister cities. He commented on what a great example of community both groups showed.

Dungarvan Dramatic Club would like to thank all those who made the visit of Erie Playhouse and the production of ‘The Glorious Ones’ in the Town Hall Theatre possible – Ferghal Reidy, Director of Services; Damien Geoghegan; Waterford City and County Council; The Park Hotel; The Old Ground Hotel, Ennis; Joe Kelly Pharmacy, The Wine Buff, John & Maura Creed, Dunphy Insurances,WLR and all local businesses who helped us to advertise the production; Ciarán Ó Gealbháin; Tom Keith and last but by no means least all our wonderful, dedicated members who helped on the Production Team, Front of House and who were such welcoming hosts and made sure that Erie Playhouse’s visit to Dungarvan was a memorable one.

DDC’S NOVEMBER PRODUCTION Dungarvan Dramatic Club is delighted to announce that its November production will be “Lady Windermere’s Fan” by Oscar Wilde and will be directed

by Deirdre Collender. Readings for this production will take place during the week of August 20th.

Production dates are November 21st to 24th. The script of this play is available online and Deirdre can be contacted if you need any further information.

Please watch out on the Club’s Facebook page and local press for more details.

Members of Erie Playhouse, from Dungarvan's sister city, Erie, Pennsylvania.

Members of Dungarvan Dramatic Club with the cast of 'The Glorious Ones'

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Theresa Barry, Tadgh and Leonora Fitzgerald and James and Kevin Barry pictured at the Kilmeaden Tractor Run.

[Garrett Fitzgerald Photography]

Dungarvan Men’s Shed Evan Murray, 1st Man in the ‘Friends of Padre Pio Nursing Home’ Fundraising 10K, receives her prize from Mary Flynn.

[Dan McGrath]

Kevin Leahy, 1st Man in the ‘Friends of Padre Pio Nursing Home’ Fundraising 5K, receives her prize from Mary Flynn.

[Dan McGrath]

Sandra Flynn, 1st Lady in the ‘Friends of Padre Pio Nursing Home’ Fundraising [Dan McGrath] 10K, receives her prize from Mary Flynn.

SAFETY FIRST IN SHED Congratulations to our seven members who completed the Workplace Health and Safety, First Aid and Defibrillator courses which started in March and finished in June. Well done to Dick Clancy, Barry Flack, Jay Murphy, Jack Nolan, Johnny Sheehan, Paul Walsh and our Chairman Oliver Whelan who kindly volunteered their time to attend this enjoyable training course for one day of every week. Thanks to the Aine Whelan, Community Education co-ordinator with the Waterford Wexford, for providing the facilities and course free of charge.

Our insurance premium was increased by €1,000 this year because of claims by four members of other Sheds in Ireland for finger injuries caused by saws.

Thankfully, this hasn’t happened in our Shed because our members want to stay safe from injury.

As the saying goes “Prevention is better than cure” so it is mandatory that any member using our equipment is trained and authorised.

ENTENTE FLORALE JUDGING LAST WEEK Well done to Dungarvan Town Community who was visited by the international jury of Entente Florale Europe on Thursday 19th July for judging of the competition.

This was D day for our town and preparations had been ongoing for months and particularly evident in the past few weeks with so much activity with painting, provision of flowers and plants as well as signs with information about the Pollination

Plan in the public spaces and town entrances.

Great credit is due to the Town Council staff and so many community volunteers including the Shed for their efforts last week.

Nicky Sheehan was interviewed by the judges who arrived to Abbeyside on the Greenway and explained how the Shed is working with the Tidy Towns and Town Council as part of their pollinator-friendly action to provide Bee Hotels (Bee and Insect Houses) which are suitable for hanging on trees and fences. The Houses are made from old pallets which don’t have paint or chemicals in the timber. Let’s hope the judges were impressed with the activities to improve the environment and beauty of the local area. Regardless of the results Dungarvan and its surrounds are benefitting as a result.

OUR SHED CONTRIBUTING TO POLLINATOR PLAN Local Community projects such as our Shed can play a leading role in implementing the Pollinator Plan according to the National Biodiversity based in WIT campus.

Pollinators play a key role in our natural environment. 78% of our wild plants require Insect pollination. Without these wildflowers, the landscape, cherished by us and crucial to our tourism sector, would be a less beautiful and colourful place. These plants provide food and shelter for our birds and mammals, as well as habitats for other animal populations, including many beneficial insects that attack crop pests.

Most people appreciate the

Kieran O’Connor looks on as Oliver Whelan Chairman presents Sally Thompson of Woodhouse with flowers during Variety Concert.

beauty wildflowers bring to our landscape, they want the option to grow their own fruits and vegetables, and they want to buy affordable Irish apples or strawberries in our shops. This can only happen in a landscape that supports pollinators and provides them with nesting areas and a diverse diet from spring to autumn. If we choose to manage our local communities in a highly manicured way, it is at the expense of pollinators who cannot survive there. Local communities can lead the way in driving a better and more sustainable balance and bringing more natural, flower-rich pockets back into our landscapes.

Guidelines on Actions to help pollinators were developed by National Biodiversity Data Centre in Waterford. These guidelines are aimed at all those groups who are interested in making their local community more pollinator friendly e.g., Tidy Towns, Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful, Entente Florale, Green Communities, youth groups, local wildlife / environmental groups, PURE mile groups, community gardens, historic graveyard groups, college

campuses, residents associations.

We mentioned in our notes recently that the Shed is working with Waterford City and County Council to provide some Bee and Insect Houses which are safe nesting sites for solitary bees and bugs on the Greenway as far as Durrow. The Waterford based sheds are planning to do the remainder to Waterford City over the next three years.

ABOUT THE SHED You are very welcome to call in to the Shed at Wolfe Tone Road to see what we are about.

We are open from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. Monday-Friday or contact Jack Nolan at (089) 4026872 for further information.

Follow us on Facebook at Dungarvan Men’s Shed.

POEM Hotels for all creatures will soon appear.

Along the greenway this very year.

All bugs welcomed to rest or stay.

A haven of safety along the way.

For bugs and bees a home from home.

A cosy retreat to call their own.

For creatures all from far and near.

A gift the people give to share.

Ger Dalton

Cahir Mens Shed Band who performed at the Variety Night in Woodhouse.

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COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 20 July, 2018

Youghal C.Y.M.S. St. Mar y's Branch - wish Mar y Carson, C.E.S. Super visor, a happy retirement

Mary pictured with the CYMS group.

THE Youghal C.Y.M.S. President, Derek Aherne, in the company of fellow officers and members of the society, and C.E.S. workers would like to wish Mary Carson - C.E.S. supervisor, a very happy retirement after her work and support towards the society over the past 20 years.

A special evening was held for Mary

and her family on Friday, 20th July where huge praise was bestowed on Mary from the Honorary Vice President, Brendan Cooney.

A presentation was made to Mary of a beautiful bouquet of flowers, a crystal time piece and a special plaque acknowledging her outstanding contribution to the society.

The plaque will forever more take pride of place on the societies wall of fame. The contribution of FAS to the society was immense during her tenure.

Mary oversaw teams of operatives who helped maintain various community organisations in town, the Youghal CYMS being just one of those. Mary has been a good friend to the Y.C.Y.M.S.

over the years and the work by the CES can be seen in the well kept championship tables and the general running of the club.

Mary gave a wonderful speech thanking the officers and CES workers and said she held the society in the highest of esteem. She went on to say that she always enjoyed her good working rela-

Mary and family.

Mary and officers.

Youghal’s Ita ‘Sets a Pattern’ for Bark for ARC 2018 ITA Beecher loves to knit, and delights in producing wonderful items for all occasions.

With the second Bark for ARC Family Fun Walk fundraising event coming up soon in aid of the local ARC Cancer Support House, Ita’s needles are clicking furiously as she knits Bandanas in every colour and size for the dogs of all shapes and breed who will be walking with families on the day.

The idea came to Ita when her son Michael, who has two Therapy dogs named Bella and Bentley, asked his mom to knit Bandanas for them to wear in the Fundraising Walk on September 9th. Having completed the two Bandanas, Ita continued with her knitting, and the Bandanas are now

mounting at a great pace.

Last week Helen Tilson, Fundraising Committee Bark for ARC, was in Youghal.

Hearing of Ita’s generous offer, she and local ARC House volunteer, Tina O’Driscoll, paid a quick visit to Ita where they were made very welcome. Michael was there with Bella and Bentley, who proudly modeled the Bandanas, enjoying all the excitement and fuss being made of them. The ‘adults’ enjoyed tea and sweet cake as Ita continued to knit one purl one, and told them fascinating stories about her youth.

Well done Ita.Your work will help volunteers continue their great services at Cork ARC Cancer Support House Youghal,

which is a safe haven for people with cancer and their families in the East Cork and West Waterford areas, providing information, practical help and emotional support.

For those who do not have Ita’s skills you can still help this great Youghal service by putting your doggy on a leash, a Bandana on his/her head and Walk for Arc. If you don’t have a dog, why not come along anyway with family members and friends and enjoy the walk. Remember the date – September 9th leaving from Greenpark at 2.00 p.m.

Further information about the Youghal Cancer Support House can be found on their website www.corkcancersupport.ie

tionship with the officers of the club and gave a special thanks to Ray Phelan for any assistance needed when required.

Thanks Mary and have a long and happy retirement with your family from everyone in the society.

Pictured are the presentations to Mary with officers and family, and CES workers and friends.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

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Kilmeaden Tractor Run

Garrett Fitzgerald Photography

The Kilmeaden Tractor Run committee with Solas Centre staff & volunteers at the start of the run.

Maisie, Trudie and Sophie O'Reilly.

Darragh and Brian Mulhall.

Pat Fitzgerald leads out the Kilmeaden Tractor Run.

Daniel, Adam and Jack Casey.

Ella Rose Foley, James and Sean Drohan and Tommy Foley.

Paddy Gallagher.

Paddy Gallagher and Kenneth Kearns

Issac and Evan O'Sullivan

Padraig Dee, Billy Power, Pat Fitzgerald and P.J. Kirwan

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SEAN KELLY DAWN CHORUS CYCLE

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Margaret Ahern from Bunmahon, Eddie Moore from Abbeyside and Mary Creed from Dungarvan pictured at the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

Tony, Ann and Alan Cantwell, all from Rathgormack pictured with Bobby Troy from Faha at the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Fiona and Jim Murphy pictured with Clare Hennessy, all from Cork, pictured before the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Participants at The Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

Oscar Brunnock and Alan Cantwell, both from Rathgormack, pictured with Bobby Troy from Faha at the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Liam O'Callaghan from Portlaw, John Meskill from Butlerstown, Liz Forde Meskill and Ger Meskill from Midleton, Helen Forde and Hugh O'Donnell from Mount Melleray and Michael Murphy from Midleton at the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Deirdre Hennessy from Waterford and Caroline Curran from Dunmore East take a selfie before the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Participants at The Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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SEAN KELLY DAWN CHORUS CYCLE

Martin Morris and Ger Cusack, both from KSEG, pictured with Melissa Keith from Kilmacthomas at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas for the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Linda Brunnock and Barbara Greene, both from Rathgormack, pictured with Rosarie Kealy from Kilmacthomas at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after completing the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Councillor Liam Brazil, Larry Condon from Cheekpoint, Sean Kelly MEP, Stephen Ryan from Waterford and Bill Condon from Cheekpoint pictured at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival [David Clynch] Frank Mahony from Waterford pictured with Niamh Malloy and Eileen Acheson, both from Mooncoin, pictured at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after completing the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival [David Clynch]

Robert, Eimear, Michael and Pippa Downey from Kilmacthomas pictured at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Ann Marie Feighery from Tipperary pictured with Grace Kiersey from Kilmacthomas at Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after completeing the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the [David Clynch] Comeraghs Wild Festival.

Sharon Nugent and Marita Murphy both from Dungarvan, pictured Jillian Hayes from Garranbane at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas for the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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Bernie McKeown and Patricia Long, both from Waterford pictured at Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas after completing the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festiva.

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Laura Guiry from Rathgormack and Craig Dee from Kilmacthomas pictured at the Rainbow Hall Kilmacthomas for the Sean Kelly Dawn Chorus Cycle which took place on the Greenway as part of the Comeraghs Wild Festival.

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SCHOOL NEWS Council’s Gaeltacht Scholarship recipients successfully complete Summer Course in Coláiste na Rinne SCOLÁIREACHTAÍ GAELTACHTA BRONNTA AG COMHAIRLE CATHRACH & CONTAE PHORT LÁIRGE D’éirigh go hiontach leis an mbeirt chailín a bhuaigh Scoláireachtaí Ghaeltachta Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge 2018 ar an gCúrsa Samhraidh i gColáiste na Rinne, Rinn Ó gCuanach le déanaí. Sa ghrianghraf ó chlé tá: Mícheál Ó Drisleáin, Stiúrthóir, Coláiste na Rinne; Saoirse Ní Chaoimh ón bPasáiste; Megan Ní Ghrádaigh ó Bhaile Mhac Cairbre agus Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge le Comhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge, a bhronn dhá pháirtscoláireacht ar an mbeirt chailín.

D’fhreastal Saoirse agus Megan ar Chúrsa B sa Choláiste, cúrsa a mhair ar feadh coicíse agus bhain siad an-taitneamh as. “Bhí áthas orainn fáilte a chur roimh Saoirse agus Megan go dtí an Coláiste agus tá súil againn gur bhain siad taitneamh agus tairbhe as a gcuid ama linn anseo sa Rinn,” arsa Mícheál Ó Drisleáin, Stiúrthóir an Choláiste. “Ba chúis áthais d’Oifig na Gaeilge a bheith in ann scoláireachtaí Gaeltachta a bhronnadh i mbliana don chéad uair,” arsa Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge,“agus tá súil againn Scoláireachtaí a bhronnadh arís an bhliain seo chugainn. Guím gach rath ar Shaoirse agus ar Mhegan lena gcuid staidéar amach anseo agus tá súil agam go bhfuil smaointe iontacha acu

ón tréimhse atá caite acu i gColáiste na Rinne.”

The recipients of the inaugural Irish Gaeltacht Scholarships from the Irish Office of Waterford City & County Council have just successfully completed their Summer Course in Coláiste na Rinne, An Rinn, Co. Waterford. Pictured (from left) are: Mícheál Ó Drisleáin, Director, Coláiste na Rinne; scholarship recipients, Saoirse Ní Chaoimh from Passage East and Megan Ní Ghrádaigh from Ballymacarbry; and Máire Seó Breathnach, Irish Officer with Waterford City & County Council, who presented the part-scholarships to these two students to attend a summer course in Coláiste na Rinne.

Saoirse and Megan successfully completed the two-week Cúrsa B in the Coláiste, which they thoroughly enjoyed.

“We were delighted to welcome Saoirse and Megan to the College and we hope that they enjoyed their time with us and that they have found it to be of benefit to them,” says College Director, Mícheál Ó Drisleáin. “The Irish Office was delighted to be able to offer Gaeltacht Scholarships for the first time this year,” says the Council’s Irish Officer, Máire Seó Breathnach, “and we hope to present Scholarships again next year. Megan and Saoirse were very worthy recipients of the Scholarships and we wish them all the best with their future studies and hope they have left Coláiste na Rinne with fond memories.”

Class of ’53 Dungarvan CBS – Class Reunion held in The Park Hotel recently. Front row (l. to r.): Paddy Kiely, Danny Mahony, Tom Landers, Fr. Michael Enright, Fr. John Kiely, P.E.; Fintan Strain, Jim Flynn. Back row (l. to r.): Michael [Pat Crowley] Dwyer, Vivian Finan, Michael Curran, David O’Byrne, Billy Goode, John Walsh, Dermot Young, Paddy Power, John Beresford.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

SCHOOLS

St. Joseph’s Primary School

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Well done to the boys who won the Rounders and Basketball competitions organised by Ms. Dunne.

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Well done to the boys who won the Rounders and Basketball competitions organised by Ms. Dunne.

St. Joseph’s Primary School – Congrats to all the boys who participated in an extra Maths programme this year, facilitated by Moira and the school.

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‘Seanchas Shliabh gCua’ mar théama ar Dhaonscoil na Mumhan 2018 i gColáiste na Rinne DAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAMME LAUNCHED “Seanchas Shliabh gCua” an téama a bheidh ar Dhaonscoil na Mumhan na bliana seo, a bheidh ar siúl i gColáiste na Rinne sa Rinn ón 19-24 Lúnasa.

Baileoidh múinteoirí, foghlaimeoirí Gaeilge agus go leor daoine eile isteach i nGaeltacht na nDéise chun taitneamh a bhaint as seachtain lán d’imeachtaí cultúrtha, idir chainteanna, ranganna, cheardlanna amhránaíochta, filíochta agus rince, Ranganna Breatnaise, seoladh leabhair, siúlóidí agus coirmcheoil.

Tá stair agus oidhreacht saibhir Ghaelach ag baint le ceantar Sliabh gCua, ceantar sna Comaraigh thart thimpeall Thuar an Fhíona agus cáil ar an áit dá scríbhneoirí agus dá bhfilí, ach go háirithe. Mar sin, beidh go leor le plé ag aoichainteoirí na Daonscoile i mbliana. I rith na seachtaine labharfaidh Áine Ní Fhiannúsa, iníon leis an údar Pádraig Ó Fiannusa ó Shliabh gCua; An tOllamh Pádraig Ó Macháin, Ollamh na Gaeilge i gColáiste na hOllscoile, Corcaigh; An Dr. Pádraig Ó Cearbhaill, atá ag obair leis an mBrainse Logainmneacha sa Roinn Cultúir, Oidhreachta agus Gaeltachta agus an tOllamh Annraoi de Paor, iar-ollamh innealtóireachta sa Choláiste Ollscoile, Baile Átha Cliath ar ábhair éagsúla a bhaineann le Sliabh gCua. Chomh maith leis sin, beidh cur i láthair speisialta ó Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail ar an Déardaoin.

Taobh amuigh des na léachtanna gach lá, leanfar ar aghaidh le gnáth-imeachtaí na Daonscoile, sé sin ceardlanna amhránaíochta le Anne Mulqueen; Ranganna Gaeilge, chomh maith le Ranganna Breatnaise le John Evans. Beidh seans acu siúd a bheidh ag freastal ar an Daonscoil páirt a ghlacadh i dTráth na gCeist agus i Siúlóid Treoraithe thart thimpeall Dún Garbhán leis an staraí áitiúil, John Young.

Bíonn seoladh leabhair mar dhlúthchuid de Dhaonscoil na Mumhan gach bliain. Seolfar eagrán Uimhir 22 den irisleabhar áitiúil, An Linn Bhuí, oíche Dé Máirt an 21ú Lúnasa. Ócáid faoi leith a bheidh ann, mar gurb é seo an chéad eagrán atá le foilsiú ó d’imigh duine de bhunaitheoirí an irisleabhair, Nioclás Mac Craith ar shlí na fírinne.

Ceann de bhuaicphointí na seachtaine ná Coirmcheoil Cuisle na Daonscoile, a reachtáilfear oíche Déardaoin, 23 Lúnasa in Halla Pobail na Rinne ar a 8.30i.n., le go leor aoianna speisialta, Beidh fáilte roimh chách.

Cuirfear fáilte speisialta roimh ghrúpa d’fhoghlaimeoirí Gaeilge os na Stáit Aontaithe, ón Astráil, ón Ghearmáin, an Rúis agus ón tSeapáin chuig an Daonscoil arís i mbliana. Beidh thart ar dhá scór foghlaimeoirí ag caitheamh coicíse sa Rinn, áit a bhfreastalóidh siad ar Ranganna agus ar imeachtaí eile Gaeilge sa Choláiste le linn a dturas agus deis acu freastal ar imeachtaí áirithe de chuid na Daonscoile.

Má tá suim agatsa freastal ar Dhaonscoil na Mumhan i mbliana (tá táillí lae/seachtaine i gceist), tá am agat fós le clárú, ach glaoch ar Mhícheál Ó Drisleáin ar 087-7938709 nó r-phost a sheoladh chuige ar micheal@anrinn.com Tá a thuilleadh eolais ar an Daonscoil agus clár na Daonscoile le fáil ag www.daonscoilnamumhan.com.

“Lore and tradition of Sliabh gCua” is the theme of this year’s Daonscoil na Mumhan, the annual Irish language summer school, which takes place in Ring College, An Rinn from the 19-24th August. Teachers, Irish language learners and others will come to the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht to enjoy a week-long programme of cultural events, which will include talks, Irish and Welsh language classes, singing, dancing and poetry workshops, a book launch, guided walk and concert.

The Sliabh gCua area of the Comergh Mountains has a rich Irish language folklore and cultural heritage. This area was renowned for its Irish language poets, writers, folklorists and singers and provides much for discussion during this year’s Daonscoil. Guest speakers during the week include Áine Ní Fhiannúsa, whose father was the writer and Sliabh gCua native, Pádraig Ó Fiannnusa; Professor Pádraig Ó Macháin, Head of the Irish Department in UCC; Dr. Pádraig Ó Cearbhaill, a placenames researcher in the Department of Culture, Heritage & the Gaeltacht and a sean-nos singer himself, who will give a talk on the Songs of Sliabh gCua; and Professor Annraoi de Paor, former engineering lecturer in UCD. In addition, local drama group Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail will give a special performance on the Thursday.

In addition to the daily lectures, regular Daonscoil classes will also take place, including singing workshops with Ann Mulqueen; Irish classes, as well as Welsh language classes with John Evans. Those attending the Daonscoil will also be able to take part in a Table Quiz and Singers’ Club and take a Guided Walk through Dungarvan with local historian John Young.

Edition No. 22 of the locally-produced periodical, An Linn Bhuí, will be launched on Tuesday night, the 21st August, a poignant occasion as it will be the first edition of the book to be launched since the passing of one of its founders, Nioclás Mac Craith.

The summer school’s annual concert (Cuisle - Coirmcheoil na Daonscoile) will take place on Thursday night, 23rd August at 8.30pm in Halla Pobail na Rinne, featuring a host of musicians, singers and dancers. This concert is open to the public and all are welcome to come along for what promises to be a wonderful night’s entertainment. Beidh fáilte roimh chách.

There will be a special ‘Céad Míle Fáilte’ this year for a group of Irish language learners from America, Australia, Germany, Russia and Japan who are coming to An Rinn. Approximately 40 people will spend a fortnight in An Rinn, where they will attend classes and other Irish language events and activities in the area, including some Daonscoil events. We look forward to welcoming them to our Gaeltacht.

If you are interested in attending Daonscoil na Mumhan, there is still time to register (there are both daily and weekly rates), by calling Mícheál Ó Drisleáin on 087-7938709 or by e-mail at micheal@anrinn.com Further information on the Daonscoil (including this year’s programme) can be found at www.daonscoilnamumhan.com

62 VERY REV. MICHAEL FARRELL, A.P. Parochial House, Tallow, and formerly of Kilcohan, Waterford With sincere sadness and regret we record the passing of Very Rev. Michael Farrell, A.P., Parochial House,Tallow, Co.Waterford, and formerly of Kilcohan,Waterford, former Parish Priest of Ballylooby and Tallow, which sad event occurred peacefully on 16th July, 2018, in the tender and loving care of the Nursing staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin.

Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Tallow, on Wednesday evening, where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., in the presence of his loving family, relatives, friends, his Clergy colleagues and former parishioners.

Reposing on Thursday evening, Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends before removal took place to the Immaculate Conception Church, Tallow. Guards of Honour were formed by Tallow GAA, Roanmore GAA, St.Vincent de Paul, St. Patrick’s Parish Hall, Tallow Camogie Club, Lourdes Committee, Lough Derg Committee and Tallow Primary School as the funeral cortege made its way to the Immaculate Conception Church.

On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. R. O’Halloran, C.C.; Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P.; Rev. Fr. G O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. Fr. M. Melican, I.C.; Rev. Fr. J. Brown, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Cahill.

Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday by Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C.; Rev. Fr. J. Brown, P.P., R.T.; Rev. Mgr. N. O’Mahony, P.P.; Rev. Fr. G. McNamara, P.P., and Rev. Fr. P. Condon, P.P. Clergy and religious Orders who were in attendance: Rev. M. Cullinan, P.P.; Rev. G. O’Connor, P.P.; Rev. J. Denmead, P.P.; Rev. M. Byrne, P.P.; Rev. J. Kiely, P.E; Rev. R. Arthure, P.E.; Rev. M. Enright, P.E.; Rev. F. Lucey, P.E.; Rev. R. Liddane, A.P.; Rev. M. Melican, I.C.; Rev. M. Kennedy, P.P.; Rev. W. Carey, P.P.; Rev. M. Mullins, P.P.; Rev. N. Hassett, P.P.; Rev. P. Ahearne, P.P.; Rev. Canon S. Cotter; Rev. P. Gear, P.P.; Rev. P. Ryan, O.C.S.O.; Rev. Ignatius, O.C.S.O.; Rev. S. O’Neill, C.C.; Rev. M. Guiry, P.P.; Rev. P. Pierce; Rev. T. Flynn, P.P.; Rev. P. Waldron, P.P. The Carmelite Nuns, Tallow, and the Cistercians Nuns, Glencairn. Readings during the Mass were recited by nieces Mary Phelan and Geraldine Power.

Prayers of the Faithful were read by nieces Bernie Walsh, Paula Keane, Mary Farrell/Curran and nephew Michael Lonergan. Tallow Parish Choir with organist Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass.The Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by nieces Catherine Dunphy and Ita O’Donovan.

An appreciation and oration was recited by niece Geraldine Power.

Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery, Rev. Fr. Richard O’Halloran, C.C., officiated the graveside prayers and he was assisted by Rev. J. Brown, P.P., where Rev. M. Farrell, A.P., was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family relatives, former parishioners, his Clergy colleagues, neighbours and friends. Following the burial Tallow Parish Choir paid a lovely tribute by singing “The Boys From County Aramagh”.

May he Rest In Peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving sister Mary Murphy; sisters-in-law Eileen Farrell, Nellie Farrell (Leopardstown) and Nellie Farrell (Killure); nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives, neighbours and friends; Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D.; Bishop Emeritus William Lee, D.D.; Priests, religious and people of the Diocese of Waterford and Lismore.

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

Just think of it!

GOD is unlimited in mercy: Jesus told Peter that he, Peter should be ready to forgive seventy times seven, in other words, don’t ration the forgiveness. I love the story of the good thief on Calvary: he asks Jesus to remember him, he finishes up by being brought to heaven. “Indeed, I promise you, today you will be with me in paradise”.

This does not mean that God is reckless with forgiveness: To be forgiven by the God who created me is a significant event, and I am expected to take part in it as a human being with the gift of free will. In other words, when God knocks on the door of my heart he waits for me to open it: if the door doesn’t open, God passes on.

Jesus was quite firm when giving directions to the messengers he was sending ahead of him, to prepare the people in villages and towns he was planning to visit. He told them that if they were refused admission to any place, they should shake the dust of that place off their shoes and pass on to the next location.

If I decide to ignore God, If I have no time for God, that is sending a message to God: “keep moving, there’s no room in this heart for you”.

Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

OBITUARY/NEWS DONIE COUGHLAN 10 Church Lane, Lismore It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Donie Coughlan, 10 Church Lane, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Kilbarry, Co. Cork, which sad event occurred on 20th Jul, 2018, peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and in the tender and loving care of the staff at St. Carthage’s House, Lismore.

Lying in repose at St. Carthage’s Mortuary, Lismore, on Saturday evening, Rosary was recited by Rosary Committee member Michael Houlihan in the presence of Donie’s loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

On Sunday evening, Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., recited Funeral Prayers in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and many friends, before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. Lismore GAA and Lismore Camogie Clubs formed a guard of honour to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass on Monday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing his life were presented to the altar by grandsons Brian Hegarty (hurley); Paul Coughlan (Peace Commissioner Medal); Mark Coughlan (music CD); niece Mary Ryan (GAA flags); Julia O’Mahony (betting slip, biro and newspaper) and daughter AnneMarie (car keys and Driver’s Licence); which were narrated by Noel Hegarty (son-in-law). Readings were recited John Hegarty (grandson) and Sheena (daughter-in-law). Prayers of the Faithful were read by Lucy Coughlan (grand-daughter), nephews William, Michael and Patrick Ryan, nieces Mary Hartnett and Michelle Griffin.The offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by Nina Coughlan and Nora Ryan. A lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Funeral Mass were provided by organist Donal Kennifick and soloists Philip and Becky McCloskey.

Following Communion Donie’s son PJ recited words of appreciation and gratitude to all who supported their family during this difficult time. Jimmy O’Gorman gave a detailed account of Donie’s life and the service that he gave to his local communities in Lismore and Castleyons throughout his life. Once again Lismore GAA formed a guard of honour in the church yard as the coffin made its way from the church.

Following Funeral Mass burial took place in Kilcrumper New Cemetery, Fermoy. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers and was assisted by Rev. P. Hegarty, P.P., where Donie was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Francis Lenihan paid tribute by singing “Back In My Hometown Of Donegal”.

May he Rest In Peace.

May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving family Nina; daughter AnneMarie; sons Michael, PJ, Aidan and Sean; sisters Annie Begley, Maura O’Sullivan and Nora Ryan; daughter-in-law Sheena, son-in-law Noel Hegarty; grandchildren John, Lucy, Brian, Paul, Mark and Shane; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, his good friend Catherine; relatives, neighbours and friends, (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

HENRY POWER Main Street, Ardmore, and Ballinamertina, Ardmore The Ardmore and West Waterford area learned with deep sorrow and regret of the passing of Henry Power which occurred, peacefully, on Thursday, 28th June, at Cork University Hospital.

Predeceased by his parents John and Mary Power; brothers John and Michael Power; Henry was born on the 8th March, 1936, and was aged 82 years.

Like so many of his generation Henry emigrated to Boston in the 1950s where he worked in the building trade. He returned to his native Ardmore in the 1980s where he used his skills to develop property in Ardmore.

Henry had a keen interest in GAA and visiting his extended family in Boston. A man who was greatly respected and was held in high esteem, Henry’s passing is deeply mourned by his loving family, relatives and friends and he will always be remembered by his family Sr. Declan (Kilcock), Declan Power (Ardmore), Stephen Power (Boston), Margaret Carr (Boston), Josephine Dullea (Dunmanway), Nicholas Power (Florida), Anne Phelan (Carlow) and his many nieces and nephews.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

Henry lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 29th June. Many people came to pay their respects and in the presence of his family, relatives, neighbours and friends the Rosary was recited. Removal took place later to St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore. On arrival the Service of Reception was led by Fr. Milo Guiry, P.P. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. Guiry, P.P., assisted by Fr. Pat O’Connor (Columban Fathers, Navan) on Saturday, 30th June.

Throughout the Mass beautiful, sacred hymns were sung and played

by Ardmore Parish Choir and organist Ann Gartland. Afterwards Henry was shouldered along Main Street by his family, neighbours and friends and following prayers, led by Fr. Guiry, P.P., he was laid to rest in St. Declan’s Round Tower Cemetery on a very warm midSummer’s day.

Thank you to his nieces Aoife, Sarah, Mary and Julianne and his nephews Declan, Michael, Greg and grandnephew Declan for reciting the readings and prayers at the Funeral Mass.

Thank you to Fr. Milo and Fr. Pat for celebrating the Funeral Mass.

To Ann Gartland and Ardmore Choir, the gravediggers and Sacristans Mary and Paddy Foley, we express our appreciation.

Deuglán Naofa guí orainn.

Month’s Mind Mass for Henry will be offered at 10.00 a.m. on Thursday, 26th July, in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Entente Florale Competition DUNGARVAN was chosen to represent Ireland in this year’s Entente Florale competition, along with Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny.

As St. Mary’s Primary School has proven to be a long term and progressive Green School we were asked to be part of the competition.

As part of the schedule of visits on the day a panel of judges from eight European countries visited the school.

The judges enjoyed a tour of our sensory and vegetable gardens. Some of our pupils, teachers and parents gave up time from their Summer holidays to explain the work and projects on going in the school. Well done to all.

A huge thank you to Jonathan, our caretaker, for all his hard work and to Ella Ryan and all the other staff from the Council for their guidance and support while preparing for the visit.

Brooke and Isabella with some of the delicious produce grown in our 'Incredible Edibles' garden.

Flower Power! Our students ensured the team from Entente Florale received a warm welcome to St. Marys.

Our fabulous Sensory Garden.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

PAT MOLONEY Gortnadiha, Ring Feelings of deep sorrow and regret were evoked with the passing of Pat Moloney, on Friday, 6th July, in the tender and loving care of staff at St.Vincent’s Unit, Dungarvan Community Hospital, following a long illness bravely borne with courage, dignity and fortitude.

A native of Ring, Pat was the second youngest in a family of eight.

He attended school at Ring N.S. and completed his formal education at the CBS Dungarvan. Pat took up employment as a teenager at the L&N in Dungarvan, working there for ten years and subsequently gave of his best at the L&N in Ballincollig. In the late 1980s he moved to London where he spent many years working in retail for companies like Marks & Spencers and John Lewis. No matter where he went, Pat was popular with one and all and a great colleague, indeed he made many lifelong friends throughout his career, both in Ireland and the UK. When in England, he always kept in close contact with the family at home, frequently calling, sending letters, cards and visiting every year. Pat was very well known for his generosity, he would never return to Ireland empty-handed and for any family members and friends visiting London he was only delighted to welcome them.

Following the sad passing of his father Matt in 1999, Pat returned home to his native shore, living in Leigh, Ring, before building his home in Gorteen. For many years he was employed at David Kiely Monumental Works at Kiladangan. There he was hugely valued, his artistic talents, attention to detail, positive disposition and outgoing personality made him a pleasure to work with.

A man with various interests, he had a great love for nature and the countryside and his passion for animals was there for all to see.

Whether it be horses, hamsters, dogs, cats, hens, exotic birds, he had them all. Pat’s caring and gentle personality and the rural idyll in Ring meant that it was the ideal setting to nurture and care for the animals.

He loved nothing better than to spend hours walking with his pets along the local roads, fields or forest tracks, appreciating the great outdoors at its best.

The essence of good company, Pat was kind and loyal, he had a huge heart and his love for his family was constant. His nephews and nieces were very special to him and as they grew up, outings and trips were always better and more enjoyable when Pat was there.

No matter where he went, such as family gatherings or a weekend visit to the Marine or Seanachie with Seano to meet his great friends and neighbours, Pat’s presence would light up the room, his laugh was infectious, he loved music and dancing and in truth he was the life and soul of any party!

In her moving tribute to Pat at his Funeral Mass, his niece Emma, recalled that the last chapter in his life was incredibly difficult “Blighted by illness and tragedy, it's particularly difficult to accept the unfairness of it all and how quickly life can change. We would like to acknowledge all those who helped the family to care for Pat during his illness; Doctors, Nurses and Carers.While his family are devastated at his loss, we also know he is now free and at peace.

Pat said to a family member in recent times he had no regrets. He would not want us to dwell on the end, but to remember his life at its fullest..... the craic, the fun and the good times.”

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

Predeceased by his father Matt; sisters Margaret and Mary; Pat is deeply mourned and sadly missed by his loving mother Kit; brothers John, Jimmy and Mattie; sisters Bridget, Kay and Ann; nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.

Pat lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 6th July, and where in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends the Rosary was led by Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P. On Saturday afternoon, 7th July, many people came to remember Pat and console his bereaved family before the removal took place to St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring. On arrival the Service of Reception was led by Fr. Michael Enright, P.E. (family friend).

Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Pat’s life was celebrated by Fr. Enright, P.E., assisted by Fr. Kelly, P.P., on Sunday, 8th July.The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Shane O’Mahoney and Alan Butler (nephews). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Nadia Hallahan-Moloney, Michelle Moloney and Cassie Kirby (nieces). The offertory gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Tony Butler (brother-in-law) and Susan Butler (niece).

After Communion a moving and heartfelt eulogy in memory of Pat was delivered by Emma Guiry (niece). Afterwards Pat was laid to rest in the New Cemetery, Ring. Fr. Kelly, P.P., led the Rite of Committal and imparted the graveside blessing.Very many people were in attendance, a testament to Pat’s popularity and the high esteem in which he was held in the local community.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Month’s Mind Mass for Pat will be offered at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, 4th August, in St. Nicholas’ Church, Ring.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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BARRY FITZGERALD ‘The Villa,’ East Main Street, Lismore

MARY O’NEILL (nee Sherry) “Willow”, Deerpark Road, Lismore

We write with feelings of deep sorrow and sincere regret at the untimely passing of Barry Fitzgerald which occurred on Wednesday, 18th July, 2018, at his residence.

Reposing in Ryan’s Funeral Home, Lismore, Rosary was recited on Saturday evening. Following funeral prayers, removal took place on Sunday morning to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, for Funeral Mass, after which Barry was laid to rest with his late parents, Michael and Ellen.

Full obituary to follow.

To his loving brother Michael; sisters Eileen, Maura, Bertha and Patricia; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, relatives and his wide circle of friends, we extend our sincere sympathy.

It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Mary O’Neill (nee Sherry), “Willow”, Deerpark Road, Lismore, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Knockballyroney, Scotstown, Co. Monaghan, loving wife of the late Patrick (Paddy); sister of the late Eugene Sherry; which sad event occurred peacefully on 14th July, 2018, at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin, in the presence of her loving family.

Lying in repose at her home “Willow”, Deerpark Road, Lismore, on Sunday evening, where Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. J. Moore in the presence of her loving family and relatives.

On Monday evening, funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends before removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P. Symbols representing her life were presented to the altar by grandchildren Kevin (kidney tray, Nurse watch and syringe); Adam (wooden spoon); Helen (plant and gardening gloves); Michelle (book of poetry and a Monaghan jersey); daughter Anne-Marie and daughter-in-law Catherine (Dunnes Stores shopping bag and Purse); Kathleen Sherry (prayer book); which were narrated by her son Conor.

Readings during the Mass were recited by her sons Padraig and Gerard. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grandchildren Lisa, Shane and Patrick O’Neill, daughters–in-law Noreen and Rachel and niece Linda Pharnam. Music and hymns during the Mass was provided by organist Donal Kennifick, soloists Philip, Becky and Ellen McCloskey.

Offertory Gifts were presented to the altar by Brendan Sherry (brother) and Ann Sherry (sister-in-law).

Following Communion daughter Patricia delivered a eulogy paying a lovely tribute to her mum Mary and acknowledged the support they received from the local community.

Following Funeral Mass burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Rev. Fr. M. Cullinan, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Mary was laid to rest in the presence of her loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Following the prayers grand-daughter Michelle recited a graveside poem “Stony Grey Soil of Monaghan” by Patrick Kavanagh.

May she Rest In Peace.

May we extend our deepest sympathy to her loving sons Gerard, Conor and Padraig; daughters Patricia and Anne-Marie; brothers Pat, Tommy, Mickey, Frank and Brendan; daughters-in-law Catherine, Noreen and Rachel; grandchildren Lisa, Shane, Patrick, Michelle, Mark, Kevin, Adam and Helen; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

(Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

JAMES FLYNN Ballymacart, Old Parish, Dungarvan With sadness we record the passing of James Flynn which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 17th July, 2018.

Removal took place on Thursday evening to the Church of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Old Parish. Following Funeral Mass on Friday morning, burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

To his wife Helen; daughter Anna; sons Michael and John; brother Liam (Willie); sisters-in-law Karen and Céire; aunt Betty; nephews, nieces, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy.

(Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Director, Dungarvan).

MAURICE (Monnie) MAHONY Fitzgerald’s Terrace, Dungarvan We record with feelings of deep sorrow and regret the passing of Maurice (Monnie) Mahony on Saturday, 21st July, at University Hospital Waterford.

Predeceased by his wife Anna (nee Maher); son Maurice; daughter Mary and grandson Kristofer; we extend our sincere sympathy to Maurice’s sons Michael and John; daughters-in-law Kathleen and Chris; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, neighbours and friends.

Maurice lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday evening, 22nd July, where in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends, the Rosary was recited.

Removal took place on Monday morning, 23rd July, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, on arrival Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Maurice’s life was celebrated by Fr. John Harris, C.C., and afterwards Maurice was laid to rest in St. Laurence’s Cemetery, Ballinroad.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRICK JOSEPH (Pat) ROCHE Colchester, England, and late of Ballysaggart, Co. Waterford It is with sadness and regret that we record the recent passing of Pat Roche who passed away peacefully on 30th June, 2018, in the loving care of staff at Foxburrow, Grange Nursing Home, Colchester, in the presence of his brother John and sister Siobhán Crawley.

Removal took place on Friday, 20th July, to St. Mary’s Church, Ballysaggart. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday morning after which burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

To his loving brother John (Macroom); sister Siobhán (Crawley); nephew, grandnephews, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy.

(Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

JIMMY SCANLON Marion Terrace, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford It is with sincere sadness and deep regret that we record the passing of Jimmy Scanlon which sad event occurred peacefully on Sunday, 20th July, 2018, in the loving care of the staff of Conna Convalescent Home.

Reposing at Conna Convalescent Home, Rosary was recited on Monday evening. Following funeral prayers, removal took place on Tuesday evening to St. Michael’s Church, Ballyduff. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Wednesday morning after which Jimmy was laid to rest beside his late wife Kathleen in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Ballyduff.

Full obituary to follow.

To his loving family Mary (Walsh), Gerry, Anne (Hickey), James and Tony; brother Paddy; sister Mary (O’Donovan); grandchildren, great grandsons, sons-in-law Richie and Gerard; daughters-in-law Bridget, Mary and Mairead; sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends, we extend our sincere sympathy.

(Funeral arrangements were by Ryan’s, Funeral Directors, Lismore).

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

BRIAN McNALLY Pinewood Lawn, Dungarvan, and formerly of Letterkenny, Co. Donegal With sincere sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Brian McNally, Pinewood Lawn, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, and formerly of Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, loving husband of the late Ann (née Hogan); brother of the late Aidan and Maura Mullen; which sad event occurred on 21st July, 2018, peacefully, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin.

Memorial Mass in celebration of his life will be offered in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, on Thursday, 26th July, 2018, at 11.00 a.m.

At Brian’s request his body will be donated to Medical Science.

May he Rest In Peace.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving family Ruth, David and Ann; sisters Emer (South Africa) and Teresa (UK); brothers John and Gerry (Canada); daughter-in-law Judit; sons-in-law Harry Casey (Roscommon) and Stephen Cummins (Dublin); adored grandchildren Kevin and William; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends.

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

STEPHANIE BENNETT (nee Ryan) Crough, Colligan, and formerly of Portmarnock, County Dublin We write with feelings of deep sadness and regret of the passing of Stephanie Bennett on Monday, 23rd July.We extend our deepest sympathy to Stephanie’s husband Eddie; family Ruth, Mark, Katherine and Andrew; son-in-law Dean; daughters-in-law Jasmin and Vanessa; grandchildren Stephanie and Hugo; sister Barbara Dowling (Sutton); extended family, many friends and neighbours.

Stephanie will lie in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Thursday evening, 26th July, from 5.30 p.m. with Rosary at 7.30 p.m.

Removal will take place on Friday morning, 27th July, at 11.15 a.m. to St. Anne's Church, Colligan, for Requiem Mass at 12 noon.

Afterwards Stephanie will be laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery.

I líónta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile.

(Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

FARMING Round-up … Positive Glanbia moves in the Concern at high level of commonage plans still outstanding IFA Hill Committee Chairman Flor McCarthy has expressed serious concern at the number of Commonage Plans still outstanding. He has called on the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to convene the Commonage Implementation Committee to address this urgent matter as 2017 GLAS final payments to farmers are being held up.

Recent figures from the Department of Agriculture point to around half of CMPs completed, leaving around 2,000 yet to be finalised. IFA estimate that about 4,000 commonage farmers are still due their final 15% payment for 2017 worth €2.5m.

The National Hill farmers leader said the Minister should instruct his Department to make contact with planners to determine whether they will complete plans or not. If they are unable to complete CMPs the Department should appoint planners to finalise plans.

Flor McCarthy has already expressed concern to Teagasc where they have contracted GLAS to Farm Relief Services. Some of the FRS planners are no longer employed and it is up to Teagasc/FRS to come to alternative arrangements.

In some cases, Nutrient Management Plans have also not been submitted and it is vital that these are sent in without delay.

Flor McCarthy also pointed out that at the recent IFA/Department of Agriculture meeting on Commonages, the Department said the 2018 GLAS payments which are due in November will not be paid unless the CMPs are completed

IFAC welcomes commencement of Stamp Duty Reliefs for Farmers IFAC welcomed the recent announcement by government that a commencement order will be signed for the Stamp Duty relief for farm consolidation, which was contained in the Finance Act 2017 and that administrative arrangements have now been finalised to allow commencement of the Stamp Duty relief for long-term leases.

Eoghan Drea, Head of IFAC’s Dungarvan office said “These are two very significant developments that will make a big difference to farmers all over the country.We’ve been calling on government to take this action for some time and we’re glad they have moved now to introduce the reliefs. The measures make sense from an environmental perspective and will be of value to young farmers planning their future”.

The ‘Agri-taxation Review’, a joint initiative between The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Micheal Creed T.D., and the Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure, Paschal Donohoe T.D. The two Departments put in place a comprehensive taxation strategy for the sector with specific policy objectives to increase the mobility and the productive use of land; assist succession; and complement wider agriculture policies such as environmental sustainability.

Both Ministers confirmed that following consultation with the EU Commission on State Aid clearance, a commencement order will be signed for the Stamp Duty relief for farm consolidation, which was contained in Finance Act 2017.

In addition, administrative arrangements have now been finalised to allow commencement of the Stamp Duty relief for long-term leases.The Stamp Duty relief for long-term leases will commence on 1 July and the Stamp Duty relief for farm consolidation will commence on 1 August.

Failure to increase June milk prices must be offset by Co-ops IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Tom Phelan said farmers would be disappointed by the majority of co-ops which, thus far, have held the June milk price base when market returns justified an increase of at least 1c/l. He said at the very minimum, co-ops must follow the example set out

by Glanbia and Dairygold this month. As the continued drought cuts next winter’s fodder reserves and reduces current grazing options, they must provide farmers with generous credit provisions for feed and fertiliser purchases.

“Farmers needed a base milk price increase in June, and with the exception of Glanbia so far, co-ops have denied them. Some have at best paid a weather bonus which may not hold beyond June supplies. This is deeply unfair when market returns, even allowing for some recent easing, would have comfortably allowed for at least 1c/l base price increase,” Tom Phelan said.

“At this stage, many dairy farmers, especially but not exclusively in the South and East of the country, are in very difficult situations, having eaten into their first cut silage, grazed their second cut, and wondering where the next bit of grazing will come from. They must be given the means to purchase additional feed as easily as possible to allow them plan for the rest of what is turning out to be one of the most challenging years their generation has experienced,” he said.

“I call on co-ops, most of which made good profits in 2017, to follow Glanbia and Dairygold and come forward promptly with favourable credit facilities to support their suppliers and members in purchasing feed and other inputs over the coming weeks. I also call on them to ready themselves immediately to provide for a significant base milk price increase on July supplies,” he concluded.

last week must all benefit farmers – Phelan IFA National Dairy Chairman Tom Phelan has said Glanbia had made a number of positive moves in the last week: taking the first step to address the month-to-month milk price gap they had let develop with other purchasers; making a €20m advance credit package available to farmers to help them purchase necessary feed in these times of drought; and finally a Glanbia Plc joint investment with Leprino to process up to 45,000t of mozzarella cheese in Laois.

Mr Phelan said it was particularly vital that milk suppliers benefited from all those decisions.

“Glanbia have this month taken the first step in addressing the costly milk price gap they had left their suppliers to deal with in recent months. Not only did markets fully justify the price increases delivered, and would justify more over the next few months, it is clear that farmers are in desperate need of a cash flow boost to keep cows fed after freak weather events from winter to summer this year undermined both grazing and fodder production for 2018.

In this respect, the €20m advance credit package to support feed and fertiliser purchases over the coming weeks will be wel-

comed by farmers,” he said.

“With regards to the Glanbia Plc/Leprino joint investment in Laois, it must do more for farmers than provide an outlet for larger volumes of milk. Farmers must be assured that the higher value returns will be shared fairly with them, as they will have been achieved largely based on leveraging farmers’ efforts on quality and sustainability through their adoption of SDAS. Glanbia cannot forget that, without farmers producing high quality milk, sometimes as right now in very challenging circumstances, there can be no returns from the market place for anyone,” he concluded.

IFA urges older farmers to adjust working practices IFA is challenging older farmers to think more about ways they can improve their health and safety this Farm Safety Week.

Older farmers are undoubtedly at an increased risk on the farm.

Accidents involving farmers over 55 years of age account for 55% of farm deaths, and 35% of fatal accidents on farms involve persons aged 65 or more. The majority of these fatal accidents were caused by tractors/machinery, livestock and falls from height.

IFA President Joe Healy said, “Unfortunately, we can’t stay young forever and we have to recognise that ageing does affect not just our mobility and strength but also our hearing and eyesight. This places older farmers at an increased risk of accident on the farm.

“We are encouraging older farmers to recognise their limitations, examine their work practices and to make sure to ask for help when they need it. We’re also highlighting the importance of getting regular health, hearing and eyesight checks so you can identify any issues, and take steps to address them or to change how you work on the farm in light of them.”

IFA has partnered with Hidden Hearing to encourage farm families to avail of free hearing checks for anyone over the age of 50.

Of all the senses, hearing fundamentally affects quality of life and has important health and safety implications, according to Hidden Hearing CEO Stephen Leddy, who says that over half the population aged between 60 and 80 are likely to have measurable hearing loss.

“Hearing loss is a simple fact of life, as we age. But, hearing facilitates communication and social interaction, supporting our relationships and daily activities, and it means we can be alerted to danger and more conscious of it”, Stephen Leddy explains.

As part of Farm Safety Week, Hidden Hearing is encouraging all over 50s to book a free hearing check-up. Free earwax removal is also offered by the leading hearing healthcare provider.

Farmers can also avail of an exclusive 15% discount on any hearing devices that may be required, if they book an appointment at any Hidden Hearing branch before the end of August, 2018, and mention the

Farm Safety week promotion when booking. Detail of terms and conditions is carried on the Hidden Hearing website, www.hiddenhearing.ie, and on Facebook.

Recent research by Hidden Hearing at agricultural shows indicated that a third of farmers admitted to hearing loss and ringing in their ears as a problem.

But further investigation actually showed that inability to hear conversations and background noise meant the problem was actually more widespread.

Worryingly, one in four farmers also admitted to never wearing ear protection in noisy farm environments.

Excessive noise exposure is a hazard on farms and can damage hearing over the years, so it is important to check for hearing loss that can place farmers at increased risk of accident, the hearing specialists say.

“If you have to raise your voice to be heard by someone within an arm’s length, the noise levels could be a serious risk to your hearing. In that situation you should reduce the noise, or remove yourself from the noisy area at frequent intervals if you can. Ideally, help prevent hearing

loss by using earplugs or other ear protection”, Stephen Leddy advises.

Needing to turn up the TV or radio volume, feeling that people are mumbling more, and having to ask for things to be repeated are the first obvious signs of hearing loss.

Long-established Hidden Hearing branches countrywide can offer help and advice in a supportive environment, including detail of grants for medical card holders, tax relief and PRSI treatment benefits.

In Ireland, over three-quarters of hearing loss is untreated, for various reasons, but the sooner a problem is diagnosed, the more effective treatment can be.

Just like teeth or eyes, a hearing check-up every year or two, as we age, promotes our safety and helps prevent the knock-on ill health effects of hearing loss that can include social isolation, depression, dementia, diminished heart health and stroke.

For more information on Farm Safety Week UK & Ireland visit www.ifa.ie/farm-safety or follow @IFAmedia on Twitter using the hashtag #FarmSafetyWeek

Creed announces extension of deadline for submission of data for Farm Improvement Plans to the 14th August 2018 MINISTER for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., has announced that the deadline for submission of data for Farm Improvement Plans in Knowledge Transfer Groups will be extended by two weeks until 14th August, 2018.The 31st July deadline for holding meetings of KT Groups remains in place.

Minister Creed commented

“following on from discussions with key stakeholders, I have decided to extend the period for Knowledge Transfer Group facilitators to submit completed Farm Improvement Plans under the Knowledge Transfer Programme.

In particular, this extension has arisen on foot of concerns expressed in relation to the amount of resources currently being dedicated by advisory ser-

vices to assisting farmers in dealing with the current weather conditions.”

Minister Creed added “this extension will enable advisors and vets to benefit from extra time to finalise actions for their Knowledge Transfer Groups and to progress the outstanding work carried out to date under the scheme. In turn, this allows farmers to derive maximum benefit

from the Knowledge Transfer Programme.”

The Minister also urged all participants in Knowledge Transfer Groups to submit their Farm Improvement Plan data as soon as possible. Processing will begin on cases submitted by the original 31st July deadline in order to ensure that any impact on payment timelines is minimised.

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‘Forests and Water’ and ‘Draft Plan for Forests and Freshwater Pearl Mussel in Ireland’ ANDREW Doyle T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with responsibility for Forestry, has announced the release of two publications ‘Forest Water’ and ‘Draft Plan for Forests and Freshwater Pearl Mussel in Ireland’. The first – Forests & Water – details how the Department and the wider forestry sector will fulfil their role in achieving the objectives under the 2nd cycle of the Water Framework Directive (WFD), as set out in the River Basin Management Plan for Ireland 2018-2021 (RBMP). This RBMP was published by the Department of Housing, Planning & Local Government in April of this year.

At the launch of the ‘Forests & Water’ document the Minister said “Well-sited, designed and managed woodlands and forests benefit water quality and aquatic ecosystems significantly, by delivering a range of ‘ecosystem services’ such as the prevention of sediment and nutrient run-off, the protection of banks from erosion, ‘food drop’ of insects and leaf litter into the aquatic ecosystem, the shading and cooling of water, the overall restoration of riparian habitats, and helping floodwater control. These benefits are recognised through many countries the world over.”

Ireland’s River Basin Management Plan identifies certain challenges that the forestry sector in Ireland must address.

This is particularly so within ‘high ecological status’ objective water bodies at risk of decline, a category in which forestry has

Minister MIchael Creed and Andrew Doyle at the launch of the two publications “Forest and Water” and “Draft Plan for Forestes and Freshwater Pearl Mussel in Ireland.” been identified as being the main pressure. These water bodies (streams, rivers and lakes) are typically in upland areas and headwaters, and the restructuring of existing forests after harvesting provides a key opportunity to address this pressure.

The overall approach set out in ‘Forests & Water’ is (i) to safeguard water during all forestry operations; (ii) to restructure existing forests to reflect water sensitivities, where required; and (iii) to situate and design new woodlands and forests in a way that protects water quality. The aim is to meet the challenges set out in the RBMP. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) welcomes the measures and targeted approach

set out in ‘Forests & Water’, and looks forward to working with the Department and the wider forestry sector to reduce and eliminate forestry-related pressures and to fully realise the potential of Ireland’s woodlands and forests as a strategic tool in the protection and enhancement of Ireland’s water.

The second publication is the Draft Plan for Forests & Freshwater Pearl Mussel in Ireland, which is now available on the Department’s website as a public consultation document.

This Plan targets 27 key FPM catchments in the country, including the ‘priority eight’, in which populations have the greatest chance of recovery.

The Plan's objectives are to

eliminate, reduce or mitigate: (i) diffuse and point sources of sediment and nutrients; and (ii) the disruption of the natural hydrological regime, arising from forests and regulated forestry activities within the Plan’s area, to ensure that these do not threaten the achievement of the conservation objectives for FPM set for each of the Special Areas of Conservation involved.

The implementation of the Plan for Forests & FPM will strongly complement the Department's recently launched Pearl Mussel Project, a European Innovation Partnership (EIP) project under Ireland’s Rural Development Programme 20142020, and supported by an overall budget of €10 million.

1,992 Waterford farmers to get basic payment refunds of €418,147 MINISTER CREED ANNOUNCES €13.2m BASIC PAYMENT REFUND TO 97,000 FARMERS ACROSS IRELAND THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed TD announced that the payment of over €13.2 million to approximately 97,000 farmers has commenced.This money was deducted from their 2016 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) payments under the Financial Discipline rule and is now being reimbursed in line with the EU regulations.

In Waterford, 1,992 farmers will get payments totalling €418,147.

Ireland South MEP, Deirdre Clune said: “I am pleased to see that these payments are being refunded to farmers in Waterford. In total across Ireland these payments will bring the total paid to Irish farmers under the 2017 Basic Payment Scheme to €1.19 billion.”

Meanwhile, at a meeting with representatives of the IFA recently, Deirdre Clune MEP said it was essential for the CAP budget to be protected in ongoing negotiations in Brussels.

She said:“In order to protect farm incomes and keep rural areas alive, it is critical that direct payments to farmers are preserved.The CAP brings €1.5 billion each year in EU funds to rural Ireland. Agriculture and the food sector is Ireland's largest indigenous industry and supports 300,000 jobs and contributes €26 billion in turnover to the Irish economy.”

Deirdre Clune added:“It is a positive to see the recent announcement signalling the support of the German Ministry for Agriculture

for the maintenance of the CAP budget.

Minister Creed also said that he has been working with Ministerial colleagues for months now across the EU in an attempt to build consensus amongst Member States for the importance of securing the CAP budget.”

This week the Council of Agriculture Ministers discussed the post CAP 2020 proposals in more detail, specifically in the areas of subsidiarity and simplification.

Minister Creed also called for the Commission to have an open mind in terms of making financial support available to drought affected Countries making reference to the difficulties faced in Ireland in recent weeks.

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Prices harden as harvest gets off to a variable start IFA Grain Chairman Mark Browne has said that initial reports from Harvest ‘18 would suggest that yields are very variable across crops of Winter barley.

These factors have resulted in a hardening of spot and future prices in the wheat and barley markets while there has been a serious scramble for straw due to the empty sheds across the country.

“There is significant variation between regions. The drought conditions and warm temperatures have certainly had an impact, with the harvest underway two weeks earlier than normal.Winter barley crops are virtually finished down south while growers in Meath and Dublin have started in recent days.”

Mark Browne said the situation is similar across Europe with variability being the key word.There have been severe drought conditions across north western Europe and Poland, while severe thunder and hail storms have caused serious crop loss in South West France.

After five years of low grain prices, the IFA leader urged tillage farmers to demand a viable return for their product and warned merchants against any attempts to undermine the market. He also advised growers to consider all options available such as whole crop in order to maximise returns from their business.

Mark Browne cautioned that while Winter crops look reasonable, the situation with Spring crops is totally different and he highlighted the potential crisis in waiting. “At best, yields are predicted to be only average due to the wet cold Spring and subsequent drought conditions, while it would appear that grain and straw volume will be poor particularly along the east and South East coasts.”

The IFA Grain Chairman said tillage farming has become a vulnerable sector and urgent political action is needed at local and EU level to protect it. He said an increased dependence on expensive feed ingredient imports of variable quality is not an option as has been demonstrated this spring and summer as it threatens the viability of the livestock sector. “For many tillage farmers, the Basic Payment represents 100% of income, so it is critically important that increased funding is secured for the CAP budget so that cuts over recent years can be reversed.”

UK must abandon its ambition for an independent trade policy in food – Healy IFA President Joe Healy has warned that the British government’s proposals for a UK-EU free trade area while maintaining its own independent trade policy are “seriously flawed and totally unacceptable to Irish farmers”.

Joe Healy said the White Paper confirmed IFA’s grave concerns that the British government could introduce a cheap food policy within the proposed free trade area. This would not only destroy its domestic UK market, but also drag down the EU market with it.

“Those who see the White Paper as representing a solution for frictionless trade, NorthSouth and East-West, are seriously mistaken. I recognise that the UK’s commitments to ongoing harmonisation with EU rules represent a major step forward towards avoiding regulatory checks. However, this doesn’t go far enough. The UK must also abandon its ambition to pursue an independent trade policy in agri-food. Otherwise the proposed UK-EU free trade area would result in the destruction of the CAP and the European model of family farming.”

Joe Healy called on the Irish Government and Agriculture Commissioner Phil Hogan to confront the UK on its proposals.

“The EU negotiators led by Michel Barnier must be up-front and rule out the UK having an independent trade policy in the area of agri-food at this week’s EU-UK Brexit negotiations.”

The IFA President stressed: “The UK White Paper is explicit that outside the CAP, the UK would have ‘an ability to change tariffs and quotas in the future’ on agri-food products. This would enable the UK to negotiate its own trade deals with South America, Canada, Australia and New Zealand at prices that would undercut European beef, dairy, pigmeat, lamb and poultry producers. That would destroy the livelihoods of tens of thousands of Irish family farmers and millions across Europe.”

“This is the kind of doublethink by the UK that will not work for the EU farming and food sector. No new customs arrangement can achieve frictionless borders unless the UK commits to the EU’s common external tariff and quotas on food imports.”

Joe Healy concluded “IFA’s policy position is very clear: no border on the island of Ireland, no border in the Irish Sea and no scope for the UK to pursue a cheap food policy.”

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COPING WITH STRESS 2018 has been the most difficult and stressful year in living memory for farmers and the farming community. The challenges of dealing with weather and fodder related issues have been relentless since last January. It is vitally important that every farmer takes time to assess how s/he is coping with stress and seek help, where required, in good time.

What is stress?

Stress is your body's way of responding to any kind of demand that makes you feel threatened or upsets your balance in some way.When working properly, stress helps you to stay focused, energetic, and alert. But beyond a certain point, it can stop being helpful and start causing damage to your health, your mood, your productivity, your relationships and your quality of life. Anyone can suffer from stress.

Signs of stress: Every person has a different reaction to stress, Some of the more common warning signs outlined in Table 1 indicate that it’s time to manage stress and consider getting help.

Table 1: Signs of Stress:

Stress in Farming: The major stressors among farmers include: farm finances, dealing with paperwork, poor farm work conditions such as poor safety standards, excessive workload and poor health.

Farm management practices strongly influence stress levels. Across all sectors, having positive working and personal relationships is helpful in preventing stress.

Managing Stress: A key approach to managing stress is recognising the signs and responding to them. Each person must realise or ‘become aware’ of the issues leading to stress and then adopt positive strategies to minimise the stressor. Changes to manage stress in a farming context can include such items as changing the farming system to cut work time or having a health check completed.

Positive Strategies: • Social Involvement is crucial.

- Talk to trusted family members, neighbours and friends.

- Discuss farming problems with your Agricultural Advisor.

- Farm Discussion groups have a social dimension as well as a practical farm one which is positive to solving problems and managing stress.

- Farming and sporting organisations perform valuable social networks in rural Ireland.

• Health related goals.

-Have a regular health check-up with a G.P. Forming this habit is crucial in the long- term.

- Exercise regularly; being physically active is a key approach to stress management. Farm work activity, however, may lead to ‘strength’ but not to ‘aerobic fitness’ which is required for cardiovascular health.

- Eat a balanced diet, including fruit and vegetables. Some foods in excess such as alcohol, chocolate, coffee and soft drink cause increased tension.

• Farming.

- Examine your farm for hazards and remove them.

- Work organisation is crucial to avoid rushing and injury.

Examine the profitability of your farm-complete a profit monitor.

- Check the length of your working day excessively long working days can lead to

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isolation.

• Leisure.

- Take time out every day for relaxation.

- Take regular breaks and a holiday from farming.These allow your mind to refresh itself.

Services Available: • Teagasc and Farm Consultants are available to farmers nationally to advise on farm management issues. Farming organisations offer services to their members. A range of both Local and National Support Groups are available.

• The Samaritans can be contacted at 1850 60 90 90. Their website http://www.samaritans.org gives a list of support agencies.

• St Patrick’s University Hospital, Dublin provides a Support & Information Service staffed by experienced mental health nurses 95 p.m. Monday to Friday with an answering and call-back facility outside hours. You can contact the Support & Information service by calling 01 249 3333.

TEAGASC DAIRY START UP COURSE – MULLINAVAT Teagasc will run a Dairy Start Up Course in Mullinavat commencing on Tuesday, September 4th.The course will be offered in two parts.The first part is a series of five training days, comprising four days in Autumn 2018, followed by a final day in late 2019.

Course structure:

Between the initial four days and the final day, participants will have a unique opportunity to participate in an academy, where the course participants will meet monthly from February to November (10 meetings) for one year. This will provide an opportunity to share experiences with and learn from other farmers who have just started or are about to start dairy farming.

This course is designed to help you decide whether dairy farming is right for you, while also establishing what the likely costs and returns from dairy farming would be on your farm. It is also suited to those who have started in dairying in 2018 as it will provide the information and support required for a smooth transition into the enterprise. The course will mix both the principles for successful dairying with the practical skills required for the start-up process. In summary, the purpose of this course is to equip the learner with the knowledge, skills and competence to effectively plan and carry out a successful dairy start-up.

Course content: This course will cover goal setting and benchmarking, planning, grassland management, grassland and farmyard infrastructure, reseeding, milk payment structure, financing your investment, labour requirements, milking parlour design and cow flow, milk quality and animal health. Participants will develop a portfolio of reports and worksheets during the course which will assist their decision making during the conversion phase. On successful completion of the course, participants will have gained valuable knowledge and skills to assist with the establishment of a successful dairy farm. An additional benefit is that successful participants will receive a Level 6 QQI accredited certificate in “Planning and Managing Farm Expansion” Application and further details: Places are limited so early booking is advised.

Reserve your place now at www.teagasc.ie/dairystartup or contact your local Teagasc office. The cost of the course is €600 for current Teagasc clients and €750 for others including materials and a copy of the Teagasc Dairy Manual.

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Gary Norris (Glendalligan) representing Waterford wins Blennerville Show's open Scottish Blackface all age Championship with his Shearling ram on its first show appearance. Also included in photo Andrew Norris and Judge Pat Landers.

Drought impact on the field vegetable sector TEAGASC Horticulture Development Department has published a short report on the Impact of the current drought on the field vegetable sector.The report provides factual information on the impact on a crop by crop basis.

The current drought that the country is experiencing is having a very serious effect on the field vegetable sector. Stephen Alexander, Teagasc vegetable advisor, said; “There has been virtually no rain in one of the main production areas, County Dublin, since the beginning of June. The current soil moisture deficit (SMD) ranges from 70mm in the west of the country to 95mm in the east which in effect means it will take weeks of rainfall to restore soil to normal moisture levels. And to make matters worse the dry weather comes in on top of one of the worst springs on record; March was cold and wet whilst April delivered above average rainfall in all areas.”

These adverse weather patterns have created very difficult growing conditions for all outdoor vegetable crops. Due to the late spring, growers were late to get sowing and planting.

In some cases sowings/plantings were missed altogether because of wet soil conditions. Early crops that would have been sown or planted out in March were skipped; other crops were planted out in less than favourable conditions, a situation made worse with the subsequent drought due to initial poor establishment.

The report highlights the cost implications for primary producers of vegetables. Input costs this season have risen substantially due to the drought. The three main cost centres are: Irrigation; Pest and weed control; Harvesting.

Where irrigation is available, it costs in the region of €100/acre for every 25mm application of water.

The warm and dry weather has increased pest and disease pressure in crops and reduced the efficacy of available crop protection measures.

Harvesting a crop like broccoli and cauliflower which normally can be harvested in 2-3 passes is now taking up to 5 due to dry weather effects on broccoli maturity and size. This has an obvious labour cost implication.

The report estimates that a signif-

icant amount of irrigated crops presented to market this year run the risk of being loss making due the additional costs incurred in getting them there. In crops without irrigation, there is a range of losses, from complete crop failure to severely reduced yields of marketable produce.

According to Andy Whelton, Teagasc Horticulture Advisor based in the south, complete crop failures are occurring where irrigation is simply not available and frequency of complete failures will accelerate in the coming weeks if the moisture deficit remains.

Dermot Callaghan, Head of the

Teagasc Horticulture Development Department said; ‘While the short term impacts for growers have been detailed and are acute, it is important not to lose sight of the possible long term impacts on the supply base and the viability of the vegetable enterprises.

All actors in the supply chain – growers, CDC’s, retailers and consumers, all have a responsibility to ensure the long term viability of an industry that puts local, fresh, top quality vegetables on the supermarket shelf.”

The full report can be viewed at https://www.teagasc.ie/publications/

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week of 23/7/2018 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 22.6 4.14 3.64 1.75 6 371 142 1,200 13 11

South Kilkenny 21.5 5.15 3.60 1.88 6 -

Comments: Grange Waterford • Culled High SCC and low performers.

• Using 2 bales silage per day and feeding 5kgs Palm Kernal.

South Kilkenny • Service and test of milking machine and changed liner/rubber wear.

• Using 30% of farm milking platform for dairy cows.

• Bale silage and PKE for feeding.

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IFAC call on Minister Creed to convene emergency meeting of lenders THE accountancy and financial advisory firm ifac (www.ifac.ie) called on the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D. to immediately convene a meeting of lenders to seek reassurance that there are appropriate credit facilities available to farmers over the coming months as the farming sector faces the prospect of a very difficult and costly winter.

Speaking, John Donoghue ifac CEO said; “In recent weeks our teams around the country are meeting more and more farmers anxious about being able to meet their financial commitments this year. The heatwave has meant that many are burning through their winter fodder stocks as on farm grass growth has stalled. Farmers are desperately trying to

figure out how to source and finance new fodder supplies for the winter. With silage currently priced at €45 per bale and little prospect of grass growth as the drought continues, feeding is very challenging this year after last year’s prolonged winter. On top of that, many farmers, particularly dairy farmers, will have to deal with a larger than average tax bill this year on the back of strong milk prices in 2017. Agricultural merchants have been generously supplying credit to farmers to help them through in recent months but that can’t go on forever. Together all of these factors are building up to create a perfect financial storm that many farm families will struggle to manage.”

“Our professionals are currently flat out

supporting farmers, offering practical financial advice and putting fodder and cash flow budgets in place but we can all see where this is headed. Many farmers are finding it difficult to get access to credit at manageable rates and this needs urgent attention. Minister Creed should immediately convene a meeting of lenders to seek reassurance that there are appropriate credit facilities available to farmers over the coming months. The banks and other lending institutions are traditionally good farming partners. It’s important that they display maximum flexibility and understanding in dealing with farm families who are doing their best to manage costs in what is turning out to be an exceptionally costly and stressful year.”

Dungarvan Mart Prices DRY COWS 1 Char. 785 kgs. made €1,280.

1 Fr. 680 kgs. made €865.

1 A.A. 585 kgs. made €755.

1 A.A. 585 kgs. made €740.

1 A.A. 580 kgs. made €675.

BULLOCKS 1 Fr. 640 kgs. made €1,050.

1 Her. 550 kgs. made €945.

2 Frs. 607 kgs. made €925 each.

4 Frs. 558 kgs. made €870 each.

9 Sim. 415 kgs. made €770

each.

6 Lim. 395 kgs. made €730 each.

2 Bel. Blues 387 kgs. made €740 each.

4 Her. 398 kgs. made €645 each.

HEIFERS 1 Sim. 395 kgs. made €720.

5 Bel. Blues 350 kgs. made €645 each.

1 A.A. 375 kgs. made €670.

4 Lim. 270 kgs. made €465 each.

NEXT SHEEP ASSEMBLY COLLECTION AT DUNGARVAN MART ON WEDNESDAY, 8th August, 2018, BETWEEN 11.00 a.m.

AND 1.00 p.m.

Monday, 23rd July PRIOR BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Enquiries to Dungarvan Mart at 058-41611.

Please note there will be no Sale at Dungarvan Mart on Monday, 6th August, 2018.

DUNGARVAN MART Please note there will be

NO SALE AT DUNGARVAN MART on Bank Holiday Monday, 6th August, 2018.

READER’S QUERIES Question: I am a GLAS participant. I have ten hectares of Low Input Permanent Pasture and my stocking rate is rather low. I have been approached by a number of farmers in the area who have been severely affected by the drought to see if I would be willing to sell any grass for silage. I explained that the LIPP cannot be cut for silage and that I am also restricted in the amount of fertiliser I can use. Have the DAFM considered this as an option to help out our hard pressed colleagues? Can you please advise?

Answer: The DAFM are aware that such arrangements could alleviate some of the hardship that is out there, however they only manage GLAS on behalf of the EU and must adhere to certain terms and conditions. Representations have been made to the DAFM by the farm bodies to allow harvesting of LIPP and a temporary relaxation of the fertiliser limits. Communication will be made, no doubt, in due course. In the meantime it is business as usual and you must continue to follow the existing conditions of

GLAS. Should there be any relaxation, a circular will be issued. I trust this will clear things up for you.

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I PAID a visit to Ceann hEilbhic for the annual RNLI Swim, BBQ & Family Fun Day in the brilliant sunshine last Sunday afternoon. Helvick and Dungarvan Bay never looked so well as the swimmers arrived in from Ballinacourty. It was easy to track their progress as they neared the harbour, as they followed the line of large marker buoys to the safety of the Pier.

About sixty-three swimmers in all took part ranging across the ages and several generations.

As usual, there were two distances, the 4k from Ballinacourty Pier and 2k from a point near Ballinacourty Lighthouse.

While not a race, everyone has their own time target as many of the swimmers push to better last year’s time, or in the case of first-timers, establish a good starting time. First home was Nuala Carroll from Slade Open Swim Club at Hook Head and the first man home was Michael Roche also from Slade. Also among the early arrivals was Elia Tutty whose father, Darren also swam across.

For Darren O Droma from Helvick, this was his 24th crossing, which means that he has taken part in all of the swims and is one of the three founders. Wow, hard to believe that next year will be the 25th Swim, that quarter of a Century sure went fast!!

Darren recalled that first year when he and friends David Power (piper supreme) Fergal Concannon from Bonmahon, Joan Clancy, Micheál O hUallacháin and Thomas Drohan.

were the first to cross the Bay in 1995. Darren (pictured in our photograph) hasn’t missed one yet!!

The new King and Queen of Helvick were elected with Criostoir O Faoláin and his mother Bridget Whelan assuming their new offices.

This is the major fundraising event in the calendar of RNLI, Helvick Head which necessitates a great number of volunteers.

This year, over two hundred took part on-shore and off-shore with large numbers of kayakers and RIBS accompanying the swimmers for company and safety.

Hardworking Hon. Secretary of the Fundraising Committee expressed her thanks and appreciation, and those of her RNLI colleagues, to the many sponsors who contributed in a variety of ways to the financial success of the day. Míle buiochas dóibh go léir.

At the Pier there were the welcoming RNLI personnel as the swimmers emerged to a fiesta welcome with the sound of music, the aroma of burgers and the applause of the record crowd who lined the pier several rows deep and filled the slipway as well.

As usual, the food stalls did a roaring trade as the women and men of the catering staff kept everyone supplied.

So, forward to the 25th and no doubt this most hardworking of Committees will have something special up their sleeves. Go mbeirimid beo ar an am seo arís.

Pictured after they came ashore after their swim across the Bay last Sunday were Darren O Droma (left) and Richie Foley (right) with Gráinne Ó Droma, Margaret Foley and Richie Foley. In front: Aisling, Daire, Tomás and Conal Ó Droma.

[Tom Keith]

Blessing of Boats 2018 THE Annual Blessing of Boats Ceremony took place last Saturday afternoon at the Pontoon in Dungarvan Harbour, which was suitably decorated with flags and bunting for the occasion. Prayers were recited and blessings invoked on those who set out from Dungarvan on the water for a safe return to port, regardless of whether the voyage is a trip around the Bay, across the Atlantic or around the island of Iceland.

Appropriate readings were delivered by Mary Beresford, Sean Moloney and Frank Shorthall, before Fr. John Harris, C.C., St.

Mary’s, imparted the blessing. Later, Club Commodore, Mossie Brennock laid a wreath on the waters of the harbour in memory of the deceased members of Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club and all those who lost their lives at sea. Austin Flynn was the capable MC for the ceremony.

The Enterprise ‘Pop-Up’ Pipe Band played appropriate music and the little ceremony attracted much attention among the Club members and their families, as well as visitors browsing along the Quay.

Fr. John Harris, C.C., St. Mary’s, leads the prayers at the annual Blessing of Boats Ceremony at the Pontoon last Saturday. Included are Mary Beresford and Sean Moloney who read the Scriptures and Mossie Brennock who laid the commemorative wreath in the harbour.

Young Sailors ‘Learn the Ropes’

OUR picture shows the young sailors who are ‘learning the ropes’- literally – courtesy of Dungarvan Harbour Sailing Club courses this Summer. These are the students of the second group of Level 3 and the first group of Level 4 who were in their second week of training.

There were twenty enthusiastic young sailors who were taking the ‘Start Sailing’ and ‘Improvement Skills’ with fourteen more experienced sailors doing the Level 4 course at two levels involving Boat-Handling Skills and ‘Kites and Wires’.

This year, the weather has been exceptionally kind as everyone has experienced, and makes the life of the instructors a little easier as they teach their skills in beautiful weather.

For the young sailors, they are spared the gruelling conditions of wind and rain which they have encountered in years past.

Even though the land-locked population

would consider many of the days so far to be windless, there has been enough ‘puff ’ on the water to keep the sails full. The last few days were more calm, which made progress difficult, but it allowed the newer sailors to get to know their boats under less demanding conditions.

The expectations are good for this week, with a little more wind especially for the sailors ‘who want to go a little faster’.

The Chief Instructor is Ed Wynne, who came up through the ranks of Dungarvan Sailing Club, is back in overall charge again with the help of Instructors at Level 1, are: Anna Sheehan and Larry Brazil; with the Second Years or Basic Skills are Emily O’Dea and Ella Fay with Ted Kelly and Orla Carrigy at Level 3. Overseeing Advanced Modules are Rob Wynne and Tiernan Fagan.

The courses will continue until 10th August.

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St. Mary’s 1-24; Kilrossanty 2-14.

BRICKEY RANGERS GAA CLUB PICNIC IN THE PARK

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SEE PAGE 5 Waterford's Deirdre Fahey heads toward goal during the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Championship game on Sunday last in Ennis.

[Dan McGrath]

DÉISE DIGS DEEP TO REACH HISTORIC QUARTER-FINAL

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Enjoying the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds.

[Sean Byrne]

5 to 6 year old group with Coaches Barry Dunne and Aaron Beresford at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds.

[Sean Byrne]

7 year old group with Coach Sean Whelan-Barrett at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds.

[Sean Byrne]

Enjoying the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kelloggs GAA Cul Camp in Clashmore's [Sean Byrne] GAA Grounds.

8 to 9 year old group with Coaches Bearach and Padraig Moore at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds [Sean Byrne] organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

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The Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

St. Mary’s remain unbeaten St. Mary’s …………………. 1-24; Kilrossanty …………………2-14.

TOURANEENA side St. Mary’s remain the only unbeaten team in the Western Junior ‘A’ hurling championship following this clearcut 0-7 win over Kilrossanty in the Fraher Field last Thursday evening.

Kilrossanty will be happy enough with their performance here but St. Mary’s always looked the likely winners.

One senses that there is more in this St. Mary’s side performance and fitness wise if they are going to regain their Western crown and return to a County final.

At the moment though, they are on course to claim one of the two automatic semi-final spots though their last two Group games against Colligan and Abbeyside will provide stiff tests. Eoin Kearns & Kevin Sheehan accounted for the majority of St. Mary's scores.

The first half in last Thursday’s game was a close run affair at the end of which St. Mary’s led by 1-10 to 1-7. Kilrossanty’s goal arrived on 24 minutes per Pa Cunningham who accounted for 1-3 of his side’s scoring tally. Joey Veale scored Kilrossanty’s second goal from a free while a third goal attempt from the penalty spot by Martin Dunne sailed over the bar in the 56th minute. However, St. Mary’s scored points at will throughout the second half to run out deserving 0-7 winners.

St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick; Tom Tobin, Denis Coffey, Gearoid Hallinan; Dermot Tobin, Brendan McGourty, Ronan Gleeson; Jack Skehan, Kevin Sheehan; Kieran Barron, Eoin Kearns, John O'Shea; Jason Sheehan, Mike Kearns, J. J. Coffey.

Subs: Cian Geary for Denis Coffey (inj), Aiden Fitzpatrck for

Ronan Gleeson (h/t, inj), Jack Power for J. J. Coffey.

Kilrossanty: Paul Whyte; James Whyte, Niall Walsh, Conor

Hayes; Eoin Houlihan, Martin Dunne, Stephen Prendergast; Paul Keating, Sean Veale; Donal Fitzgerald, Pa Whyte, Michael

Walsh; Pa Cunningham, Alan Quinn, Joey Veale.

Substitutes: Pa Power for Michael Walsh, Jack Whyte for

Stephen Prendergast, Josh Kay for Joey Veale (Injured).

Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickey Rangers).

LEAGUE TABLE THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP

St. Mary's Ballinameela Colligan Abbeyside Geraldines Tourin Kilrossanty

p 4 5 4 4 4 5 4

w 3 3 3 2 2 1 0

d 1 0 0 0 0 1 0

l 0 2 1 2 2 3 4

for 89 107 64 70 66 74 56

against 69 85 62 66 69 92 83

dif 20 22 2 4 -3 -18 -27

pts 7 6 6 4 4 3 0

Guarding the Net: St. Mary's junior hurling defenders pictured focussed on a close in Kilrossanty free at the Fraher Field.

The Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Johnny Wall leads Colligan to third win Colligan …………………… 1-13; Abbeyside ………………… 1-12.

THE bottom line is you don’t constantly give away frees if your opposition includes Johnny Wall. Not for the first time the Colligan sharp shooter got his team over the line when the Rockies played this Junior hurling championship game against Abbeyside at the Fraher Field last Friday evening.

Of the winners tally of 1-13 Wall scored 1-10 (7f, 1’65’) including what proved to be the winning score in the 60th minute. Colligan started much the better side with the strong breeze at their backs and they led by 0-7 to 0-1 twenty

John Wall who scored 1-10 for Colligan against Abbeyside.

minutes into the game.

Johnny Wall opened the scoring from a free after just 36 seconds and though Abbeyside midfielder David Sweeney immediately replied from play, four further scores by Wall and one each per Gavin Whelan and Sam Murphy Nix opened what ultimately proved to be a telling gap between the teams.

Richie Ryan ended the Villagers twenty minute scoring drought with a point from play and Diarmuid Henley was just wide of the posts with a goal effort as Abbeyside came more into the game. Stephen Cliffe pointed a brace of frees and David Sweeney clipped over his second score but Johnny Wall kept Colligan to the forefront with three further pointed frees bring his end of first half tally to eight points.

Abbeyside got their act together immediately on the restart and within four minutes the teams were level at 0-10 to 1-7. Stephen Cliffe was to Abbeyside as Johnny Wall was to Colligan. Thirty seconds into the new half, he struck for the first green flag of the game and he followed up with two pointed frees.

However, Johnny Wall was never too far away from the action and when young guns Michael Horgan and Dean McKenna presented him with the sliotar in front of the country end goal he steadied himself before burying the ball into the net, 1-10 to 1-7 and 37 minutes played.

In this relatively low scoring match, Wall’s 40th minute pointed free stretched Colligan’s lead to 0-4 and after Abbeyside keeper Aaron Beresford denied Colligan a second goal, Michael Horgan placed Richie Kiely for a 45th minute score from play. Colligan

Referee Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys) pictured with team captains Diarmuid Henley (Abbeyside on left) and Mark Flynn (Colligan).

had a number of goal chances at this stage before their scoring well ran dry.

Abbeyside played their best hurling in the final quarter in a half that they won by 1-7 to 1-3. They kept Abbeyside scoreless for fifteen minutes while Lar Hurney started his team’s revival with a 46th minute minor and Stephen Cliffe was deadly accurate with three pointed frees.

This left just 0-1 the difference with 59 minutes on the clock before Johnny Wall struck a crucial score for the winners one minute later. Abbeyside sub Jamie Walsh

finished the scoring with a fine point from play as Colligan just about held on to win their third game in this year’s championship.

The concession of too many frees and a slow start to the game proved to be Abbeyside’s downfall while Colligan are over reliant on Johnny Wall for their scores and others will have to step up to the mark in this department in the business end of this championship.

Colligan’s Top Three: Johnny Wall, Michael Horgan, Dean McKenna.

Abbeyside’s Top Three: Stephen Cliffe, Stephen O’Connor, David Sweeney.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Johnny Wall.

Number of Scorers: Colligan 4.

Abbeyside 5.

Scores From Play: Colligan 1-5.

Abbeyside 1-5.

Frees For: Colligan 10. Abbeyside 12.

Wides: Colligan 13. Abbeyside 13.

Score of the Match: Abbeyside’s 31st minute goal engineered by Lar Hurney and executed by Stephen Cliffe.

Scorers – Colligan: John Wall 1-10 (7f, 1’65’), Gavin Whelan, Sam Murphy Nix, and Richie Kiely 0-1 each.

Abbeyside: Stephen Cliffe 1-7 (7f), David Sweeney 0-2, Richie Ryan, Lar Hurney and Jamie Walsh 0-1 each.

Colligan: Evan McKenna; Alan

Walsh, John Nick Fennell, Adam Dunford; Mark Flynn, Dan Booth, Reece Stringer; Richie Kiely, John Morrissey; Jason Dunford, Michael Horgan, Gavin Whelan; Dean McKenna, John Wall, Sam Murphy Nix. Subs: Stephen McGrath for Alan Walsh (inj.), Ian Fraher for Reece Stringer.

Abbeyside: Aaron Beresford; Stephen O’Connor, Shane Briggs, Patrick Lynch; Conor McCarthy, Shane Ahearne, Jack Duggan; David Sweeney, Diarmuid Henley; Shane Crotty, Kevin Dwane, David Looby; Stephen Cliffe, Richie Ryan, Lar Hurney.

Subs: Daithi Brunnock for David Looby, Jamie Walsh for Richie Ryan.

Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickey Rangers).

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The Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Ballinameela’s goal scoring the difference Ballinameela ……………… 4-16; Tourin ………………………0-17.

BOTH teams have five games played in this year’s junior hurling championship and Ballinameela have scored thirteen goals and Tourin five. Their in lies the current difference between these teams and it confirms once again that Tourin’s achilles heel is its lack of green flags in games. True, they scored three against Kilrossanty but in their other four outings, they didn’t score any on two occasions and one in each in their two other games.

Tourin tried to the very end in this game at the Sportsfield last Friday evening on a pitch that maintains its green sward despite the current drought. Tourin fielded without the Fives brothers Shane and Darragh and Brendan Scanlon and one wonders what return would this trio get if they were slotted into the forward division for a game or portion of it?

In reality of course it is Ballinameela who can fly the green flags and four more on Saturday last indicates that they will be a force to be reckoned with come the business end of this championship.

Brian Beatty’s charges led by 2-9 to 0-9 at half-time, their majors coming from Paul Curran and Conor Buckley and in the second moiety Eamonn Walsh and Brendan Phelan struck green.

Tourin had the first use of the strong breeze blowing into the town

end goal but they didn’t make sufficient use of it. The teams were level pegging at the end of the first quarter at 0-3 each with Eamonn Walsh, Brendan Phelan (f) and Cian Culloo scoring for the winners and Daniel Leahy (f), David O’Brien and Cathal Wilkinson replying for Tourin.

Ballinameela opened up a 0-7 lead within five minutes with Paul Curran finishing a side line cut to the net and Mikey Phelan (2), Eamonn Walsh and David Phelan added minors. Daniel Leahy kept Tourin in touch before the break with three pointed frees and Niall Fives struck a contender for score of the match but when Conor Buckley got a touch to the sliotar in a melee in front of the country end square, Ballinameela enjoyed a 2-9 to 0-9 advantage at half-time.

Credit Tourin, they really took the game to Ballinameela throughout the second half even though they suffered a number of setbacks. The third quarter was played out evenly enough but Tourin just could not get past the Ballinameela defence for what would have been a morale boosting goal.

Daithi Wilkinson opened the second half scoring but it is the nearest his side got to the winners at 2-9 to 0-10. Cathal Wilkinson brought a good save out of Donagh Looby in the Ballinameela goal but scores came easier at the other end of the field with such as the Phelans Brendan and David and

Referee Pat Casey pictured with team captains Dan Dransfield (Tourin) on left and Rob Shine (Ballinameela).

Pictured in Cappoquin last Saturday evening are a group of Tourin supporters for their club's Junior hurling championship game against Ballinameela.

Enjoying the fine weather and the hurling match and the hurling game at the Sportsfield in Cappoquin are a group of supporters from both Ballinameela and Tourin.

Eamonn Walsh dissecting the posts.

Ed Molumphy, Daniel Dransfield, David O’Brien and Shane Fives (‘65’) all pointed for Tourin but all of this good work was negated when Paul Curran placed the influential Eamonn Walsh for Ballinameela’s third goal. The fourth goal followed shortly when Brendan Phelan placed a rasper in the town end goal to make the scoreboard read 4-15 to 0-15.

Tourin kept battling as if the game was still alive and Cathal Wilkinson and Daniel Leahy brought their tally of points to an impressive seventeen while Ballinameela substitute Micheal Culloo finished off the scoring in added time.

Ballinameela will be all the harder to defeat the more this championship progresses while Tourin will welcome back their absent trio of key players for the knockout stages.

Ballinameela’s Top Three: Eamonn Walsh, Mikey Phelan, Jack Griffin.

Tourin’s Top Three: Daniel Leahy, Cathal Wilkinson, Brian Leahy.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Eamonn Walsh.

Number of Scorers: Ballinameela 9. Tourin 7.

Scores From Play: Ballinameela 4-14. Tourin 0-11.

Frees For: Ballinameela 9.

Tourin 16.

Wides: Ballinameela 8. Tourin 8.

Score of the Match: Ballinameela’s fourth goal score by Brendan Phelan.

Scorers – Ballinameela: Eamonn Walsh 1-4, Brendan Phelan 1-4 (3f), Paul Curran, Conor Buckley and Liam O’Brien 1-0 each, Mikey Phelan 0-3, David Phelan 0-2, Cian Culloo, Liam O’Brien and Micheal Culloo 0-1 each.

Tourin: Daniel Leahy 0-6 (5f), Cathal Wilkinson 0-3, David O’Brien and Daniel Dransfield 0-2 each, Niall Fives 0-2 (1’65’), Ed Molumphy and Daithi Wilkinson 0-1 each.

Ballinameela: Donagh Looby; Rob Shine, Kealon Looby, Jack Sullivan; Jack Griffin, Liam O’Brien, Lorcan Looby; Paul Curran, Cian Culloo; Eamonn Walsh, David Phelan, Mikey Phelan; Conor Buckley, Brendan Phelan, Tom Kiely. Subs: Micheal Culloo for Tom Kiely, Cian Horewood for Brendan Phelan, James Ryan for Jack Griffin, Brian Phelan for Mikey Phelan, Mike Kiely for Jack Sullivan.

Tourin: Colm Bennett; Brian O’Donoghue, Brian Leahy, Shane Dunne; Daithi Wilkinson, Niall Fives, Sean Leahy; Donal McGrath, Jack Leahy; Daniel Dransfield, Ed Molumphy, David O’Brien; Keith O’Farrell, Daniel Leahy, Cathal Wilkinson.

Subs: Kevin Leahy for Keith O’Farrell, Peter O’Grady for Ed Molumphy, Paul O’Brien for Kevin Leahy.

Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

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ALL-IRELAND SENIOR CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP

Déise digs deep to reach historic quarter-final

By Tomas McCarthy at Cusack Park Waterford ………………...…1-11; Clare ……………………...…0-12.

WILD celebrations greeted the final whistle in Ennis on Sunday as Waterford grinded out a two-point victory to make the All Ireland quarter finals for the first time. Beth Carton led the way with 1-9 to set up a last six meeting with Tipperary at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on August 4.

Donal O’Rourke’s side let a seven-point lead slip but Clare never overtook them. The sides were level on three occasions in a scrappy second half. With a player extra, following the dismissal of Banner captain Orlaith Duggan on 40 minutes, the visitors moved towards the knockout stages with three unanswered points.

This crunch game developed into a battle of the free takers. Beth Carton and Chloe Morey were responsible for 20 of the 24 scores.

Carton boosted her championship total to 2-32 from four outings. She had a hand in all twelve Waterford scores. On placed balls, the Déise full forward converted eight out of ten.

Vice-captain Niamh Rockett challenged her for player of the match. She plucked high ball out of the air all day long, struck a late point and won a vital free towards the finish. Annie Fitzgerald and Kaiesha Tobin also attracted fouls from Clare defenders. Deirdre Fahy’s work rate at midfield was another positive. At the back, Iona Heffernan hounded Chloe Morey and limited the Sixmilebridge forward to a point from play. Sibeal Harney won two relieving frees in the corner.

Waterford were a goal up at the break (1-5 to 0-5) but it could have

been so much greater. Leading 1-4 to 0-0 after 16 minutes, Carton was through one on one but banged her shot into the ground and Lauren Solon saved. It lifted the Banner. Five of the last six points came from Morey.

A fired up away team tore into Clare from the throw in on a muggy afternoon. Annie Fitzgerald shot wide within fifteen seconds but they raced six points clear in as many minutes. Carton knocked over a 45 before Niamh Rockett caught her crossfield ball and teed up Kaiesha Tobin for another white flag. A forceful run from Fitzgerald led to a free that Carton pointed. The De La Salle superstar then chased a long delivery from Deirdre Fahy. Solon was first to the sliotar but Carton flicked it beyond her into the unguarded net. Tobin earned a free on the quarter hour mark after Carton struck the post and Waterford’s taliswoman tapped it over.

Solon’s save prompted a Clare comeback. Morey produced four points in a row (three frees). She slapped the second one over her shoulder from fifty metres. In a sticky spell for the Déise, frees from Carton and Fahy drifted wide.

Fiona Morrissey punched the air when she got a free off a puckout and Carton ended an elevenminute drought. The visitors gave away nine first half frees however and Morey was on target again before returning to the dressing rooms.

A Ciara Grogan effort from midfield and a Morey free ate into Waterford’s lead early in the second period. At the other end, Rockett and Morrissey fluffed chances.

On 40 minutes, Fahy hit the deck after an off the ball clash with Orlaith Duggan. Liz Dempsey con-

sulted with her officials before she issued a red card. Despite this setback, the hosts won the next free and Morey nailed it from 70 metres (1-5 to 0-8). Level for the first time.

Carton and Morey then traded two frees each. Entering the last five minutes, Waterford put together three on the spin. Carton dispatched a free after a foul on Annie Fitzgerald. Fahy then drilled a low ball in her direction and she conjured up one from play off her right. A pinpoint Carton pass then found Rockett on the run and the St Annes’ forward scored from a tight angle (1-10 to 0-10).

Points from Clare sub Doireann Murphy and Morey created a nail biting finish. Dempsey indicated two added minutes. Fahy was fouled but Carton missed uncharacteristically. In the 63rd minute, a pick up off the ground was spotted and Carton confirmed Waterford’s progression. Their biggest win since the 2015 All Ireland intermediate final.

Scorers for Waterford: Beth Carton 1-9 (7fs, 1 45), Kaiesha Tobin, Niamh Rockett 0-1 each.

Scorers for Clare: Chloe Morey 010 (9fs), Ciara Grogan, Doireann Murphy 0-1 each.

Waterford: Ciara Jackman; Kate Lynch, Iona Heffernan, Sibeal Harney; Shauna Kiernan, Aine Lyng, Claire Whyte; Lorraine Bray, Deirdre Fahy; Fiona Morrissey, Annie Fitzgerald, Niamh Rockett; Orla Hickey, Beth Carton, Kaiesha Tobin. Subs: Aoife Landers for Hickey, Caithriona McGlone for Morrissey, Mairead Power for Kiernan.

Clare: Lauren Solon; Ciara Doyle, Claire Hehir, Carol O’Leary; Roisin McMahon, Maire McGrath, Laura McMahon; Orlaith Duggan, Ciara Grogan; Orla Devitt, Aine O’Loughlin, Andrea O’Keeffe; Niamh O’Dea, Chloe Morey, Roisin Begley. Subs: Sinead Conlon for O’Loughlin, Doireann Murphy for Devitt.

Referee: Liz Dempsey (Kilkenny)

Waterford's Lorainne Bray has a shot goal during the Camogie Senior Championship game in Ennis. [Dan McGrath]

Happy Faces – Waterford players in a happy mood after beating Clare in the Camogie Senior Championship game in Ennis. [Dan McGrath]

Resounding victory over Westmeath

Waterford's Aoife Landers is joined in the post match celebrations with her parents Anna and Johnny. [Dan McGrath

UNDER 16B ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONSHIP R4 Waterford .……………….… 5-14; Westmeath ………………..…3-1.

THE Waterford under 16 team concluded their pool matches from this year’s All Ireland competition with a resounding victory against Westmeath in Walsh Park on Sunday.

This was a cracking display of camogie from the panel and the skills on view from every line of the team was mightily impressive.

The game started with Westmeath taking an early lead as a result of a goal scramble in front of our goalie, Elena Gallagher.

Elena went on to have a fine game and the length of her puck outs was a real feature of her performance, time and again finding the half forward line and thereby launching attacks. Áine O’Neill settle the Waterford nerves with a goal on three minutes and from that point, the forwards settled into a regular scoring rhythm. Over the next 15 minutes Ciara Sheahan and Aoife

Fitzgerald struck two points each from play and Alisa Flynn added another. As the half wore on, the pressure on the Westmeath goal was relentless and there were two further goals from Ciara and Alsia.

Róise Ní Mhúirí at centre forward and a rare sortie forward from Mide Delaney added two additional points.

Westmeath were repelled on most occasions as they came forward and our back three of Beth Gardner, Hannah Walsh and Annie Quinn tied up and launched the sliothar up field. The half backs of Sorcha Cantwell, Mide Delaney and Shena McGuckian mopped up likewise. Westmeath did get through for another goal and point before the half time whistle and the half finished on a score of 3-08 to 2-01.

Waterford continue as they had done in the first half creating and completing chances with some very fine scores. Holly Ryan, Alannah Jones and Rachael Walsh worked tirelessly in the centre of the park in blistering heat sending

ball through the lines to a rampant forward trio. Ciara and Alisa bagged a further goal each and there were points from play from Aoife and Róise.

The five substitutes who came on in the second half all contributed to an overall excellent performance from the squad and Waterford ran out winners on a score of 5-14 to 3-1.

Scorers for Waterford came from: Ciara Sheahan (2-5, 3f), Alisa Flynn (2-1), Áine O’Neill (1-1), Aoife Fitzgerald (0-4, 1f), Róise Ní Mhúirí (0-2) Mide Delaney (0-1).

Waterford: Elena Gallagher, Sorcha Cantwell, Hannah Walsh, Beth Gardner, Annie Quinn (capt.), Shauna McGuickian, Mide Delaney, Alannah Jones, Áine O’Neill, Rachael Walsh, Róise Ni Mhúirí, Holly Ryan, Ciara Sheahan, Elisa Flynn, Aoife Fitzgerald.

Subs: Clodagh Hoctor for A. Jones, Mary Kate Prendergast for M. Delaney, Dara Fitzgerald for Holly Ryan, Natasha Dobbyn for A. Fitzgerald, Hannah Leamy for A. Quinn, Kate Foley, Niamh Crowley, Rachael Jones, Amy Coffey, Helen Connelly, Clodagh Tutty, Ann-Mai Drohan, Sarah Maher, Clodagh Curham.

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Brickey Rangers Picnic in the Park

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The Local Bar Western Junior C Hurling Championship

Cappoquin claims knockout position Cappoquin …………………1-13; Melleray ……………………..1-11.

CAPPOQUIN came with a late run in this Western Junior ‘C’ hurling championship game in picturesque Ballysaggart last Sunday morning to claim a place in the knockout stages and in doing so eliminated fellow parish side Melleray from advancing further. This was a great grass roots hurling occasion at the Ballysaggart grounds where rain earlier in the week has kept the sod green and ideal to play on. The fact that this was a local derby encounter added greatly to the occasion but Melleray will be wondering this week how they left this game slip from their grip.

The rural club of the two led by 1-4 to 0-5 at half-time with their goal being scored very early on by Brian Hennessy from a Mikey Crowley pass. Cappoquin captain Brian Crotty had opened the scoring from play and further minors by man of the match Evan McGrath and Crotty, again, had the teams all square for the first of four match occasions.

Mikey Crowley (f) and outstanding centre back Kevin Power pointed Melleray back in front and the close nature of the match continued with Evan McGrath and

Frankie Keniry replying similarly.

Melleray edged ahead at half-time with minor player Rory Heffernan and Brian Hennessy ensuring a 0-2 advantage facing into the second half breeze.

The teams were level early on the restart when Cappoquin’s Keith O’Sullivan scored a tremendously worked individual goal following a Darragh O’Rourke pointed free for Melleray. O’Sullivan caught the ball from Shane McCarthy’s puck out, made his way through the heart of the Melleray defence and in bouncing the ball in front of goal, Graham Lyons had little hope of preventing the second goal of the game.

At this stage, though, it was Melleray who drove on and for most of the half looked to be the likely winners. Evan McGrath and Mikey Crowley traded points from play and then Melleray took a firm grip on proceedings. Brian Hennessy fired over his second point from play, Darragh O’Rourke was on target again from a placed ball and on 40 minutes, Diarmuid Nugent knocked down the ball cleverly for a third Melleray point in a row, 1-9 to 1-6.

In the 42nd minute, Melleray’s defence stood firm to deny

Cappoquin a goal from a close in free but it was in the next ten minutes that they lost this game.

Dictating the play, they struck three wides in a row from very scoreable positions though Rory Heffernan did increase their advantage to 0-4 after good work by Gary O’Connor.

The final ten minutes belonged to Cappoquin alone. They scored 0-7 to 0-1 for Melleray to run out deserving winners on this feat alone. Point by point they clawed their way back into contention and scores by Evan McGrath and Keith O’Sullivan (f), left just 0-2 the difference at 1-10 to 1-8.

Mikey Crowley gave Melleray a little breathing space with a fine point from play nearing the end of normal time but it was Cappoquin who owned the game’s momentum at this point. Richie Scanlon, Keith O’Sullivan and a kick of the sliotar over the bar by Craig Dunne had the teams level and a draw would have been sufficient for the Cornerstone to advance.

However, Sham McCarthy’s charges were not finished working the scoreboard yet and in the allotted minutes of added time, both Brian Murphy and Keith O’Sullivan ensured the win for the town team.

Melleray were wide with a further

attempt while Murphy’s point in particular was a gem as he turned his marker near the sideline and struck the sliotar over from his left side.

In a very evenly contested game, the pendulum swung in the final ten minutes when the Cappoquin half back trio of Colin Landers, Pat Morrissey and Craig Dunne took control of the game depriving Melleray of further required scores.

Games such as this one are at the heart of local GAA and the fact that it was a crucial championship game made it all the more special.

There was a good attendance, the game was played in the right spirit and at the correct time of the year, not under lights in the Fraher Field in the freezing cold, and hopefully there will be many more similar encounters to enjoy this Summer.

Cappoquin’s Top Three: Evan McGrath, Keith O’Sullivan, Colin Landers.

Melleray’s Top Three: Kevin Power, Brian Hennessy, Rory Heffernan.

Observer’s Man of the Match: Evan McGrath.

Number of Scorers: Cappoquin 7. Melleray 6.

Scores From Play: Cappoquin

1-12. Melleray 1-8.

Frees For: Cappoquin 10.

Melleray 8.

Wides: Cappoquin 10. Melleray 7.

Score of the Match: Cappoquin’s goal engineered and executed by Keith O’Sullivan.

Scorers – Cappoquin: Keith O’Sullivan 1-3 (1f), Evan McGrath 0-4, Brian Crotty 0-2, Frankie Keniry, Brian Murphy, Richie Scanlon, and Craig Dunne 0-1 each.

Melleray: Brian Hennessy 1-2, Mike Crowley 0-3 (1f), Rory Heffernan 0-2, Darragh O’Rourke 0-2f, Kevin Power and 19 0-1 each.

Cappoquin: Shane McCarthy;

Damien McCarthy, Colin Murray, Simon Power; Colin Landers, Pat Morrissey, Craig Dunne; Keith O’Sullivan, Damien Murphy; Kieran Power, Evan McGrath, Brian Murphy; Brian Crotty, Richie Scanlon, Frankie Keniry. Subs : James McGrath for Brian Crotty, David Cahill for Frankie Keniry.

Melleray: Graham Lyons; James Crowley, Philip O’Rourke, Jason O’Neill; Shane Ormonde, Kevin Power, Craig O’Shea; Rory Heffernan, Rob Crowley; Michael Crowley, Brian Hennessy, Darragh O’Rourke; Kevin O’Rourke, Gary O’Connor, Kevin Nugent.

Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty).

THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR C HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE TABLE

Kilgobinet Brickeys Shamrocks Abbeyside Cappoquin An Rinn Melleray Modeligo Ballysaggart Clashmore

p 9 8 9 9 9 8 9 9 9 9

w 9 6 6 5 5 4 3 3 1 1

d 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0

l 0 2 3 4 4 3 6 6 7 8

for against dif 200 97 103 198 89 109 130 137 -7 169 155 14 130 146 -16 147 123 24 116 139 -23 69 138 -69 80 128 -48 48 135 -87

Referee Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty) pictured with team captains Brian Crotty (Cappoquin) on left and Kevin Power (Melleray).

Kilgobinet finish on full points LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR ‘C’ HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Kilgobinet ………………… 0-15; Brickey Rangers ……….… 0-13.

LAST year’s western finalists Kilgobinet played their ninth and final Group game in the junior ‘C’ hurling championship at the Dungarvan club grounds last Sunday morning and they could not have done any better in this championship to date as they have nine wins under their belt from nine outings.

Their victims on this occasion were the reigning champions Brickey Rangers in an average enough game with both sides already qualified and seeded for the semi-finals and both also short some regular players. Kilgobinet led at half-time by 0-9 to 0-5 with Brickeys shading the second half by 0-8 to 0-6.

Kilgobinet: James Fennell; Kevin Curran, Jack Cullinan, John Moloney; Conor Kavanagh, Mark Dunford 0-1, Gavin Clarke; Tomas Fahey 0-2, Neil Phelan; James Walsh 0-3, Ger Hickey 0-2, Stephen Coffey 0-1; John Hallinan, Paul Walsh 0-5 (4f), Joe Curtin

0-1. Subs: Tommy Cullinan for James Walsh, James Walsh for John Hallinan, Eddie Cullinan for Joe Curtin, John Hallinan for Tommy Cullinan.

Brickeys: Cian O’Halloran; Ray Landers, Kevin McCarthy, Nigel Whelan; Jack McGrath Michael Lancaster Ian Walsh; Ruairi Curran, Eoghan Curran; Paul Lannon, Tom Landers Steve Ahearne; Michael O’Donnell, Olan Casey, Conor Walsh. Subs: Eoghan Dray, Richard Halpin.

Referee: Domhnall O Murchadha (An Rinn).

BIG WIN FOR AN RINN In the other junior game played last Sunday morning, An Rinn continued their recent progression with a clear cut win over Abbeyside in Bushy Park.

Abbeyside were already qualified for the knockouts while An Rinn needed to get something out of this match or in their final game against Brickeys to follow suit.

The extent of An Rinn’s win wasn’t expected here and it will be interesting to see how they and the other ’latecomers’, Cappoquin will fare in the quarter-finals.

The Cappoqiun team that defeated Melleray in the Local Bar Western Junior Hurling ‘C’ Championship game on Sunday morning last at Ballysaggart.

The Melleray team that lost to Cappoquin in the Local Bar Western Junior Hurling ‘C’ Championship game on Sunday morning last at Ballysaggart.

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Enjoying the Brickeys Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park.

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Six year old group with Waterford Senior Hurlers Noel Connors and Stephen Bennett and Coach Megan Osborne at the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Kellogg’s GAA Cul Camp in Abbeyside’s GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

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Enjoying the Brickeys Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park.

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Enjoying the Brickeys Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park.

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Enjoying the Brickeys Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park.

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10 year old group at the Brickey Rangers Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

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11 year and over group at the Brickey Rangers Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Bushy Park organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Waterford Ladies Football

No luck for Waterford Seniors in Birr Tomas McCarthy reports WATERFORD Senior Ladies suffered a second defeat in this year’s All-Ireland Senior Football Championship on Saturday afternoon last at Birr where Connacht Champions Galway proved too strong for Pat Sullivan’s Waterford side.

As a result of this defeat Waterford are now out of the championship for this year, but still have some important business to deal with as they are one of four sides that will be battling relegation to the intermediate ranks in the coming weeks.

There is still one round of games to be played in the round robin section of the competition, but it is already known that Waterford will be joined by Tipperary and Cavan in the battle to retain senior status for 2019, and will be joined by one from Monaghan or Armagh depending on how the table in group two fin-

ishes next week when Armagh take on Cork who have booked their place in the quarter final stages of the competition after they easily accounted for Monaghan in the curtain raiser to Waterford’s game against Galway.

In the relegation play off Waterford will come up against Tipperary who Waterford have beaten already this year, winning when the two sides clashed in the last round of games in the National League (Division Two) in the spring, but Waterford will read nothing from this result as they will know that the Premier Ladies were presented with their AllIreland Intermediate medals from last year the night before the game, and will also know that the Premier County side went on to win the division two final beating a Cavan side who beat Waterford in the semi-finals.

Galway always proved to be the better of the two sides in this clash, but great credit must go to

the Waterford ladies who battled right to the hooter to signal the end of the game.

Three first half goals in this game proved to be main difference in this game. The Connacht champions opened this game brightly with three scores off the boot of team captain Tracey Leonard. Waterford pulled a point back from Katie Murray but the next score proved decisive and it went against Waterford.

Galway won the ball inside their own sixty five metre line and worked the ball up the field and when Aibhne Davoren found Leanne Coen she shot low into Kelly Moroney’s net.

The same player added a point before the industrious Michelle Ryan pulled a point back. Tracey Leonard and Michelle Ryan swapped scored before Galway struck for a second goal.

A short restart after Galway had shot a wide was won by Róisín Leonard on the edge of the ‘D’

and with Kelly Moroney racing back to her line the Galway attacker lobbed the size four over her head and into an empty net.

And to compound Waterford’s misery on the day in relation to the result, with the next attack Louise Ward found Aibhne Davoren who shot to the net for a third Galway goal to give her side a 3-5 to 0-3 advantage.

Maria Delahunty pulled a point back with seven minutes of the first half remaining, but the side in white and blue would not score again for another twenty nine minutes. Galway managed one more score from Olivia Divilly to give her side a 3-6 to 0-4 lead at the break.

Scores were hard won in the second half for both sides as both managers emptied their bench as the game went on.

Mairead Seoighe and Eimear Flaherty pointed before Seoighe pointed again which was followed with a brace from substitute Sarah Conneally who did her chances

Noelle Connolly for Fabienne Cooney (40), Deirdre Brennan for Áine McDonagh (47), Siobhan Divilly for Aibhne Davoren (47), Emma Reaney for Olivia Divilly (51).

Scorers: Tracey Leonard 0-5 (0-3f), Leanne Coen 1-1, Róisín Leonard, Áine Davoren 1-0 each, Mairead Seoighe, Sarah Conneally 0-2 each, Olivia Divilly, Eimear Flaherty 0-1 each.

Waterford: Kelly Moroney; Rebecca Casey, Caoimhe McGrath, Aisling Mullaney; Michelle McGrath, Megan Dunford, Kate McGrath; Emma Murray, Karen McGrath; Kate Hahessy, Katie Murray, Mairead Wall; Aileen Wall, Maria Delahunty, Michelle Ryan.

Subs: Keely Corbett Barry for Mairead Wall (40), Eimear Fennell for Katie Murray (44), Sinead Ryan for Aileen Wall (47), Laura Cusack for Kate Hahessy (47), Caragh McCarthy for Aisling Mullaney (51).

Scorers: Michelle Ryan 0-2, Katie Murray, M Delahunty (f), E Fennell 0-1 each.

Referee: Seamus Mulvihill (Kerry).

no end of good of winning a place in the team from the off for her sides next game with Westmeath next weekend.

Waterford sub Eimear Fennell ended a long drought without a score with eight minutes remaining, but it was the Tribes Ladies that brought the scoring to a close with a fifth point from team captain and Player of the Match Tracey Leonard.

Galway did have a chance for a fourth goal late on in this game but Kelly Moroney in the Waterford goal did brilliant to close down Mairead Seoighe forcing her to kick across the goal and putting the ball just wide at the far post.

Galway: Lisa Murphy; Fabienne Cooney, Sarah Lynch, Sinead Burke; Charlotte Cooney, Nicola Ward, Eimear Flaherty; Louise Ward, Aibhne Davoren; Olivia Divilly, Tracey Leonard, Áine McDonagh; Mairead Seoighe, Róisín Leonard, Leanne Coen. Subs: Sarah Conneally for Róisín Leonard (39),

Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Junior ’A’ Hurling Championship

Wrong options prove costly for Ballydurn Mount Sion ……………...1-15; Ballydurn ………………...1-14.

IT was expected that this top of the table clash between two unbeaten sides would be a very close fought affair in Kill on Friday last and so it was as Mount Sion held out for a dramatic one point win over the defending champions who had been reduced to fourteen players, when leading by four points, on twenty two minutes of the first half.

The sending off of Ballydurn corner forward Niall Dunphy on a straight red card following an off the ball incident, spotted by the umpires, did have a bearing on the final result as up to that point Ballydurn were looking the better side with Dunphy having contributed three of the points in his team’s 0-7 to 0-3 lead.

Playing with the breeze in the

first half Mount Sion opened the scoring with a Dermot O’Byrne point in the 3rd minute but a lively Ballydurn side soon took the lead with points from Luke Foran and Shane Behan followed by a brace from Niall Dunphy. Mount Sion hit back with two points from Cian O’Regan frees before Ballydurn went further ahead with points from Michael Power, Shane Behan and Niall Dunphy. Then came the incident which saw the departure of Dunphy and we had just a further exchange of points from frees between Shane Behan and Cian O’Regan to leave Ballydurn in front by 0-8 to 0-4 at half-time.

Mount Sion made two changes for the second half with Johnny Flynn coming on in midfield and Sean Glynn in attack but it was Ballydurn who struck first with a

Conor Byrnes point on the restart.

Sion points from Ian Galgey and Lee Thornton narrowed the gap but it was point for point between the 35th and 42nd minutes as Ballydurn comfortably held on to their four point lead with the score at 0-13 to 0-9. The turning point came in the 43rd minute with Stephen Coady cutting in from the right corner and billowing the net from an acute angle. Cian O’Regan followed up with a point from a free to level the tie in the 46th minute and it was all to play for going into the closing stages.

A Conor Keane point put Ballydurn back into the lead as Andy Hubbard was summoned from the bench to boost their attack. Mount Sion had gained momentum from the goal however, and by the 57th minute had moved

four points clear with O’Regan (2Fs) sending over four and Darren Finn one. The closing minutes saw Ballydurn applying fierce pressure on the Sion defence but the decision making that saw them trying to manufacture goals from three frees, all in easy range for Shane Behan, between the ‘65’ and ‘45’ lines as well as from a ‘65’ was to prove costly as a goal from a 20 metre free by Behan with the last puck of the game saw his side just a point behind at the final whistle.

Overall this was a most entertaining and sporting game between two honest sides to whet the appetite for what is to come in the knockout stages with an improving Tramore side waiting in the wings.

Scorers – Mount Sion: Cian O’Regan 0-8 (5Fs), Stephen Coady 1-1, Darren Finn 0-2, Dermot

Stephen Coady, Darren Finn. Subs: Johnny Flynn and Sean Glynn.

Ballydurn: Conor Behan, Robert Kent, Darren Long, Kevin Mulcahy, Niall Flynn, Ger Dunphy, Conor Flynn, Conor Keane, Sean Cummins, Shane Behan, Michael Power, Conor Byrnes, Niall Dunphy, Paddy Dunphy, Luke Foran.

Subs: Andy Hubbard and Brian Walsh.

Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

O’Byrne, Ian Galgey, Lee Thornton and Johnny Flynn 0-1 each.

Ballydurn: Shane Behan 1-6 (13Fs), Niall Dunphy 0-3, Conor Byrnes 0-2, Luke Foran, Michael Power and Conor Keane 0-1 each.

Mount Sion: Eoghan Browne, Pat McGrath, Glenn Daniels, Craig Sauvage, Michael Power, Gavin Carroll, Ross Thornton, Ned Power, Lee Thornton, Dermot O’Byrne, Cian O’Regan, Ben Sinnott, Ian Galgey,

GERRY KENNEDY EASTERN JUNIOR A HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP LEAGUE TABLE

Mt. Sion Ballydurn Tramore Roanmore Ballygunner Passage Bunmahon

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l 0 1 1 1 3 3 4

for against dif 120 62 58 69 49 20 60 46 14 43 46 -3 61 88 -27 60 89 -29 59 92 -33

9 to 10 year old group with Waterford Senior Hurlers Noel Connors and Stephen Bennett at the An Ghaeltacht Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in An Rinn’s GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

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Club Focus Wednesday, 5th August, 1998.

WESTERN BOARD CHAMPIONSHIPS

Gaeltacht hurlers great win Ring 2-7; Abbeyside 0-12.

RING’S youthful intermediate hurlers carved out a geat championship victory at the Fraher Field on Saturday evening last when they recorded a one point victory over Abbeyside in a game which hung in the balance right down to the final blast on referee Pat Walsh’s whistle.

Ring were one point up with 59 minutes played when Abbeyside won a free 40 yards out to the left of the uprights. Dermot Ryan’s effort saw the ball striking the upright and rebounding outfield. Thus, the width of the upright denied the Villagers a second chance here. Yet, in truth they had several scoring opportunities and on that score they could have no complaints.

Ring were that bit more determined throughout the field and it was their ability to score a vital goal in each half which above everything else tipped the balance in their favour. Abbeyside had gradually built up a lead (0-3 to 0-1) in the opening quarter when the Ring attack pounced through Seimí McGrath for a goal to hit the front 1-1 to 0-3. That score rocked the locals who however steadied to lead by 0-7 to 1-3 at the interval.

On the turnover Ring with a point from S. McGrath and Eamon Crotty were back on level terms as

Dermot Regan had landed a second long range pointed free (0-8 to 1-5). Again Abbeyside steadied with points per Michael Cosgrave, Eoin Murray and John Foley to lead 0-11 to 1-5 with 45 minutes played.

At that stage Abbeyside appeared to have weathered the storm so to speak. Then in the 46th minute, a high ball in broke on the ground with Dave Sheehan saving the first effort only for Darragh Breathnach to slam the rebounding ball to the net to level it up again.

James Hayes regained the lead in the 53rd minute.

Eugene Curran levelled it up in the 54th minute and then put Ring ahead in the 55th minute, both points from frees.

An Rinn held on for what was a great win for them with Cian O’Connor, Eoin McGrath, Liam Curran, Joe Harty, E. Curran, Thomas Maher, Ros Ó Criostoir, Darragh Breathnach, Eamon Crotty and Seimí McGrath starring in an excellent team effort.

Abbeyside were well served by Gavin Breen who was in excellent form with Damien Cliffe, John Phelan, Dermot Ryan, Michael Collins, Sean McGrath, John Foley and Michael Enright achieving most.

Ring: Cian O’Connor; Lorcan O Muirí, Eoin MacCraith, Eoin Breathnach; Seamus Hayes, Liam Curran, Joe Harty; Eugene Curran, Tomás Maher; Ros Ó Criostoír, Darach Breathnach, Eamonn Crotty; Seán MacCraith, Seimí MacCraith, Emmett Leahy.

Abbeyside: D. Sheehan; G. Collins, M. Collins, G. Breen; J. Phelan, D. Cliffe, D. Ryan; S. McGrath, J. Hayes; B. Beatty, E. Murray, J. Foley; E. Enright, D. Melody, P. Cunningham. Subs: D. Melody for P. Cunningham; R. Morrissey for E. Murray; G. Hurney for B. Beatty.

Referee: P. Walsh (Fourmilewater).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY ST. OLIVERS WIN COUNTY U-14 HURLING FINAL Championship: Co. U-14 Hurling final. Venue: Fraher Field. Date: Saturday, July 18th. Half-time score: St. Olivers 1-3; Ballyduff/Butlerstown 0-2. Full-time score: St. Olivers 2-4; Ballyduff/Butlerstown 1-5.

St. Olivers team: Edmond Donovan, Garry Ronayne, Danny O’Keeffe, David Mernin, Eamonn Galvin, Eamon Walsh, Colin Landers, Ger Donovan, Michael Mernin, Mark Scanlon, John Corkery, Richie Kiely, James O’Brien, Cian Walsh, Jamie Landers.

Subs: Adain Browne, Stephen O’Connell, Wayne Daly, Brian Guiry, Anthony Condon, David Aherne, Tom Fenton, Stephen Fitzgerald.

Mentors: Rodger Ronayne, James Maher, Paddy Corkery.

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 21 Forecasts. 16 Correct. 5 Incorrect. Success Rate: 76.1%.

This Week's Forecasts: Co. SFC: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Dungarvan), Gaultier v (Portlaw), Kilrossanty v (Brickeys), Rathgormack v (Ardmore).

Co. J’B’ SF Semi-Finals: Nire v (Stradbally), Gaultier v (Brickeys).

West J’A’F Semi-Finals: Sean Phobail v (Kilgobinet), Shamrocks v (Affane).

To Date: 301 Forecasts. 200 Correct. 101 Incorrect. Success Rate: 66.4%.

WATERFORD GAA RESULTS Friday 27th July Junior B Football Semi- Finals: • Nire v Stradbally in Fraher Field at 6:45 pm • Gaultier v Brickey Rangers in Lemybrien at 7:45 pm Friday, 27th July JJ Kavanagh & Sons SFC Playoffs: • Clashmore/Kinsalbeg v Dungarvan in Fraher

Field at 8:15 pm Saturday, 28th July • Portlaw v Gaultier in Kill at 7 pm Sunday, 29th July • Kilrossanty v Brickey Rangers in Fraher Field at 7:30 pm Tuesday, 31st July • Rathgormack v Ardmore in Fraher Field at 8 pm

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship

Knockout Championship games this weekend Friday, 27th July CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG V DUNGARVAN in Fraher Field at 8:15 p.m.

THE first knockout game of the championship takes place this Friday in the Fraher Field as the floodlight season at the famed Shandon venue commences.

When the draw was made this was a pairing that would have suited Conor Counihan’s charges as Dungarvan have one eye on their senior hurling championship game v Lismore two weeks later.

Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg showed their rate of progress this year under Counihan when they defeated Ballinacourty in their Group game and contested well against Nire in Ardmore.

They proved their mettle last day out when beating Brickeys after being reduced to fourteen men at the start of the second half. Tadhg De Burca will be an unlikely starter due to injury while Paul O’Connor is expected to be back in the country for the game. Sean Fleming returned to his best form last day out while the Russells Shane and Dean are positive additions to the first fifteen this year.

Dungarvan can be a good footballing outfit as they showed against Stradbally but they haven’t enough of the game played. Last Monday they were in action against St. Catherines in a hurling challenge and while they should give a good account of themselves here they are unlikely to be in the hat for the quarter final draw. The often underestimated Conor Sheridan will be a big loss to the Blues due to a hand fracture sustained the last day while others such as Darragh Lyons, Patrick Curran and Jamie Nagle are also not available.

Dungarvan’s Achilles heel is getting up to the pace of the game in the first quarter and this is an area Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg can expose. They are a fit footballing side and they should be in the last eight come Friday night.

Forecast: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

Saturday, 28th July PORTLAW V GAULTIER in Kill at 7 p.m.

BOTH clubs will be happy with the opposition they drew for this knockout game in Kill with perhaps Gaultier the happier.

Portlaw are not the easy target that many would have predicted when they were promoted to the top tier two seasons ago and they are performing well without some of their key players in recent years being available.

The Tannery played some good football in the first half of their outing against Ardmore but estivated during a second half that they were fortunate enough to survive.

Gaultier are over reliant on JJ Hutchinson to work the scoreboard and if Portlaw can come up with a strategy to negate his influence on the game, they can be in with a real shout here.

Yet, Gaultier look to be the better organised and balanced fifteen and this is an encounter that they should win and it will be seen as a surprise if they don’t do so.

Whoever prevails, it will be difficult to see them advance further in the championship but their senior status will be safely secured for 2018 as early as the month of July.

Forecast: Gaultier.

Sunday, 29th July KILROSSANTY V BRICKEY RANGERS in Fraher Field at 7:30 p.m.

THE older folk tell us that years ago these two clubs were the greatest of rivals in this grade and that the crowds flocked to the Gaelic Field to see them in action. Both clubs are not as highly rated as they were in the 1960’s but this fixture still has an strong interest attached to it and it could be the best encounter of the weekend and the closest one.

Kilrossanty are the favourites of that there is no questioning and if they can repeat their performance that they produced against Gaultier, they will be safely in the hat for the quarter finals.

A worrying aspect for them may be the limping off of ace forward Joey Veale in their hurling championship game against St. Mary’s last week but it is noticeable this year that other players up front such as Donie Fitzgerald, Pa Cunningham and Josh Kay are finding their teeth in the senior grade.

If they play to their potential and not produce a sometimes lethargic performance they should win this one.

Brickeys came like a train at the end of their last game against Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg and they were not too far off overturning their opponents.

They did the same against Nire in the second half of their Group game so there may well be a lack of drive and of confidence in this current side if they are not producing the goods for the full hour.

This they will be required to do on Sunday evening if they are going to upset the applecart and it is a game that holds great interest. Conor McGrath was an injury absentee last day out but if he is recovered and can produce his best form up front, his team should respond.

Mark Cummins played his best game in a Brickey jersey last day while Philly Walsh was a loss when blackcarded and his return to defence is also a plus.

Kilrossanty to win bar a big performance from the Bushy Park men.

Forecast: Kilrossanty.

Tuesday, 31st July RATHGORMACK V ARDMORE in Fraher Field at 8 p.m.

FOLLOWING their non stop year of activity and, of course, an All-Ireland junior hurling title in their back pocket, Ardmore are experiencing a tough year in both motivation and results.

Their tiredness and lack of drive on the field is understandable and if they can maintain their status in both codes this year, they will be doing a good job considering their Winter exertions. Like all teams during the Summer they are down a few players and this is only adding to their woes.

They will not be expected to win this game and if they do then it will be a major bend turned for them.

Rathgormack will want to forget their performance against An Rinn and get back to their early championship form. This match provides the ideal opportunity for this and Tuesday’s encounter is a major make or break one for the green and red. In many respects, they were caught on the hop against An Rinn and they are not as bad a side as they looked there.

They should win this game with something to spare and thereby get their championship campaign back on track for a right go at the quarter-finals.

Forecast: Rathgormack

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Gaelic Jottings Tom steps down TOM McGlinchey has stepped down after four seasons in charge of the Waterford senior footballers. His resignation comes after he led Waterford to their first championship victory in seven years over Wexford this summer.

The Clyda Rovers clubman also guided the Deise to a rare piece of silverware in 2015 when they won the McGrath Cup. "There's a lot of lovely highlights. The McGrath Cup being won in 2015; even though it was a loss, the display against Cork in Munster last year and culminating in the Wexford championship win this summer, and that'll never be taken away from us."

The former Tipperary boss' departure leaves Waterford in the market for new senior football and hurling managers after Derek McGrath also ended his fiveyear tenure as hurling supremo last month.

STATEMENT FROM TOM McGLINCHEY ‘I wish to inform The Board of Waterford GAA that I will not be seeking another term as Bainisteoir for the Senior Football team. I want to take this opportunity to thank the County Board Officers, the Backroom Staff and especially the Players for their honesty, integrity and commitment during my four year tenure and I wish the team and Waterford GAA all the best in the future.

STATEMENT FROM WATERFORD COUNTY BOARD Waterford County Board would like to thank Tom for all his hard work and dedication to Waterford Football over the last four years and his commitment to progressing and promoting football at all times during his time in charge. The Board would like to wish Tom every success for the future!

Ryan hurling rumour is rife CORK'S Pat Ryan looks set to be become Waterford's next senior hurling manager.The 1999 All-Ireland winner "looks likely" to succeed Derek McGrath, who stepped down after last month after five seasons in charge with the team.

Ryan worked under Kieran Kingston in his native county last season and Paddy Power has suspended betting on him to become the Deise County's new supremo.

Knockout stages of Senior Football Championship EIGHT teams will be involved in the senior football championship this weekend after which four of them will be looking forward to the quarter finals while the other four will not be looking forward to the relegation play-offs. The eight clubs involved are Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Dungarvan, Kilrossanty v Brickeys, Portlaw v Gaultier and Rathgormack v Ardmore. The four to qualify prediction are Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, Kilrossanty, Gaultier and Rathgormack.

Camogie history makers BETH Carton hit 1-9 as Waterford survived a dose of the jitters and a brilliant comeback by a resolute Clare to win 1-11 to 0-12 at Cusack Park and secure a place in the Liberty Insurance All-Ireland Senior Camogie quarter-finals for the first time.

Donal O'Rourke's side will play Tipperary, who finished just ahead of Dublin as runners-up of Group 2 on score difference, after a point from Cáit Devane snatched a 0-13 to 0-13 draw with the Metropolitans in Parnell Park.

That means Dublin will take on Galway in the other Quarter-Final at Páirc Uí Chaoimh on August 4th, following the Tribeswomen's 1-17 to 0-13 defeat by Kilkenny at Nolan Park.

The foundation for Waterford's tremendous win came in the opening quarter, as Carton scored the first goal and four points of the game. She almost had a second goal but Lauren Solan made a point-blank save to deny the De La Salle star. That seemed to inspire Clare and Chloe Morey settled the home team with five or her 10 points to make it 1-5 to 0-5 at the interval. It was tit-for-tat between Carton and Morey in the second half and Waterford had just enough in hand to secure a famous success.

CAMOGIE QUARTER-FINAL ON THE TELLY The full picture for the business end of the All-Ireland senior camogie championship is clear after last Sunday’s games. The final group games were played across the country as the AllIreland quarter and semi-finalists now face into the knockout stages. 2016 and 2017. All-Ireland finalists, or the ‘big two’ Cork and Kilkenny earned clear paths to the last four as they topped their respective groups in emphatic fashion, both clocking victories in each and every one of their games.

Elsewhere, Waterford, Tipperary, Dublin and Galway booked semi-final spots with all four sides set for a Páirc Uí Chaoimh double-header on Saturday, 4th August (live on RTÉ). The Déise recorded a memorable win over Clare, and are now set for their first-ever AllIreland senior quarter-final as they face Tipperary. And while David Herity’s Sky Blues drew — with Tipp — and Cathal Murray’s Galway lost, they advance and go head-to-head in the quarter-finals following their successful group runs.

Liberty Insurance All-Ireland senior camogie championship quarter-finals: Waterford v Tipperary, Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 4 August (live on RTÉ). Dublin v Galway, Páirc Uí Chaoimh, 4 August (live on RTÉ). The two winners will then progress to the semi-finals to face Cork and Kilkenny on 18 August.

Galway’s ladies show their claws GALWAY secured their TG4 All-Ireland Ladies Football Championship quarterfinal spot with a comfortable 16-point victory over Waterford at Birr on Saturday last.

First half goals from Leanne Coen, Roisin Leonard and Ailbhe Davoren ensured Stephen Glennon's team took a final eight spot with one round robin fixture to come, while Pat Sullivan's charges will contest the relegation playoffs.

Tracey Leonard got Galway off the mark after only 20 seconds and the Galway captain added two further frees by the eighth minute to lead 0-3 to 0-0.

Galway were in control and guilty of spurning other chances with Aine McDonagh getting through but she was brought down before having a shot.

Waterford opened their scoring on ten minutes when Katie Murray finished a three-player move involving Michelle Ryan and Maria Delahunty. And Ryan was causing problems getting two more points from play by the 17th minute.

However, that was only to reduce their deficit to 1-5 to 0-3 as Galway carved

7 year old group with Coach Fiona Ni Bhriain at the Ballyduff Upper Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Ballyduff's GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

[Sean Byrne] open the defence on 12 minutes with Ailbhe Davoren picking out Leanne Coen to her right, her low strike registered their first goal.

And after a poor Kelly Moroney kick out on 21 minutes, Roisin Leonard lobbed the goalkeeper for Galway's second goal. On the next attack, Louise Ward supplied Davoren who hit the far corner of the Waterford net.

Delahunty added a Waterford free but Olivia Divilly's score gave the Connacht champions a 3-6 to 0-4 interval lead. The second half lost its bite as both managements emptied their benches with the result already decided.

Mairead Seoighe kicked two Galway points either side of an Emer Flaherty white flag to make it 3-9 to 0-4 before substitute Sarah Conneally also contributed twice by the 50th minute.

Waterford's sole second half point came from Eimear Fennell on 52 minutes as they desperately chased a consolation goal but the Galway defence held firm.

Leonard got the last point seven minutes from time while Seoighe nearly struck a fourth green flag only to see her effort go wide of the post.

Galway face Westmeath next Saturday with the winners meeting Dublin or Mayo in the quarter-finals on 12th August. Waterford will play Tipperary in a bid to retain their senior status.

Scorers - Galway: T Leonard 0-5 (0-3f), L Coen 1-1, R Leonard 1-0, A Davoren 1-0, M Seoighe 0-2, S Conneally 0-2, O Divilly 0-1, E Flaherty 0-1 Waterford: M Ryan 0-2, K Murray 0-1, M Delahunty 0-1 (0-1f), E Fennell 0-1.

Galway: L Murphy; F Cooney, S Lynch, S Burke; C Cooney, N Ward, E Flaherty; L Ward, A Davoren; O Divilly, T Leonard, A McDonagh; M Seoighe, R Leonard, L Coen. Subs: S Conneally for R Leonard (39), N Connolly for F Cooney (40), D Brennan for McDonagh (47), S Divilly for Davoren (47), E Reaney for O Divilly (51).

Waterford: K Moroney; R Casey, C McGrath, A Mullaney; M McGrath, M Dunford, Kate McGrath; E Murray, Karen McGrath; K Hahessy, K Murray, M. Wall; A Wall, M Delahunty, M Ryan.

Subs: K Corbett Barry for M Wall (40), E Fennell for Murray (44), S Ryan for A Wall (47), L Cusack for Hahessy (47), C McCarthy for Mullaney (51).

Cork v Limerick weekend attraction NEXT Sunday's All-Ireland SHC semifinal between Cork and Limerick is expected to draw in the region of 70,000 spectators to Croke Park. GAA headquarters also hosts the other All-Ireland SHC semi-final between Galway and Clare on Saturday, which should attract an attendance of around 50,000 we are told. Limerick manager John Kiely insisted that his young side wouldn't be fazed by the occasion.

"Support is fantastic and it was great against Kilkenny to have all the support there, but the numbers travelling to the match don't concern us and that's outside of our area of concern," he said.

"It's up to the County Board to deal with it - we just hope the people that come to support us are fully behind the team and if we are to judge on this Summer they have given us fantastic support and I am sure they will again on Sunday. "A lot of our lads have played in Croke Park with minors, colleges and club All Ireland’s and the more senior lads have played there before so it's just another ground."

Sky Sports answers back SKY Sports have dismissed suggestions that they requested the Healy Park pitch be narrowed to make room for their equipment. Tyrone manager Mickey Harte claimed after Saturday's Super 8s clash with Dublin that the pay-per-view station - and not he - had made the request.

"This is incorrect. Sky Sports did not ask for the pitch to be narrowed, nor would we ever make such a request," a spokesperson for Sky Sports told the Irish Independent.

Harte said after the game: "Narrowing of the pitch is nothing to do with me.

"That was actually a request which came through from Sky, that they would like more clearance at the side for their technology. The Omagh St Enda's club asked me would I be okay with it and I said, 'Work away'. "People are reading too much into it in terms of a conspiracy

theory. It was nothing to do with that. It was a practical matter."

Whose thinking about the family?

ONE must question are the family of the late Liam Miller being dragged into the latest GAA v Soccer controversy in this country? There has been a lot of talk about the GAA's refusal to host the game and while the Miller family will appreciate the support they are going to receive, there is no doubt but that they would not want their loved one used in an ‘Old Firm’ argument.

Certainly, in all of this unwanted controversy, one must put the family first above all else.

On the line LOCAL referee Thomas Walsh will be on the line in Croke Park this weekend for the All Ireland Minor hurling semi final clash between Galway and Dublin.

Scór Na Seachtaine ABBEYSIDE’S 31st minute goal in their junior hurling championship game against Colligan at the Fraher Field last Friday evening, engineered by Lar Hurney and executed by Stephen Cliffe.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s Fraher Field Classics Facebook page courtesy of the Editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy features the first round senior football championship game between Ring and Affane on the paper dated the 29th June, 1968. Ring 1-7; Affane 1-2.

Late Donie Coughlan GAA folk around the County were saddened to hear of the death of Lismore’s Donie Coughlan last week.

Over the years Donie was a great worker with the underage in his club in the early years of Bord Na nÓg and he will always be remembered fondly as a great Lismore clubman.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Nire and Gaultier fancied to advance JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY JUNIOR B SENIOR ATTACHED FOOTBALL Semi-Finals Friday 27th July: NIRE V STRADBALLY in Fraher Field at 6:45 p.m.

THESE age old rivals should produce a good game of football at the Fraher Field on Friday evening with the Nire favourite to return to the County final.

Of the two, Nire have been the most impressive to date and in strenthening their panel of late, they will be a most difficult side to overturn here.

Nire have won all of their games convincingly to date while Stradbally have recovered well from a 3-9 to 0-4 defeat to Gaultier to reach the penultimate stages.

The Nire look to have a greater strength in depth in

their side but any Stradbally team is difficult to beat as they know only too well. Forecast: Nire.

Friday July 27th: GAULTIER V BRICKEY RANGERS in Lemybrien at 7:45 p.m.

GAULTIER look to be a stronger team than last year when they reached the County final. Not only should they win this semi final but they will give either Nire or Stradbally enough of it in the final if they overcome the Brickeys.

Gaultier have a massive pick for this grade and it is difficult for the Brickeys to counteract this. The Bushy Park men won three of their four Group games and they defeated Ballinameela in the quarter finals so they have done well at this level this year irrespective of this Friday’s result. Forecast: Gaultier.

Divisional Final places at stake LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR ‘A’ FOOTBALL SEMIFINALS Friday, 27th July, 2018: OLD PARISH V KILGOBINET in Bushy Park at 7.30 p.m.

THIS year’s four team Western Junior ‘A’ football championship reaches its penultimate stage this weekend with Sean Phobail and Kilgobinet getting the ball rolling in Bushy Park on Friday evening.

The Shocks are the favourites to advance and rightly so as they have the greater experience in this grade and their results to date mark them out as the side to reach the decider.

Sean Phobail have strengthened their panel since last year

with the return of some former players and the introduction of some young blood.

Kilgobinet have been going well in their hurling championship but this is a higher grade and they will have it all to do to win this one.

However, Michael Guiry’s charges are no bad football side either and they can make a good game of this one.

They say winning is a habit and with Kilgobinet having won their last nine hurling games, perhaps they will continue this trend in the big ball game at Bushy.

Forecast: Sean Phobail.

Saturday, 28th July, 2018: SHAMROCKS V AFFANE in Lismore at 7.00 p.m.

SHAMROCKS are fancied to return to a Western final but it may not be all that clearcut against an Affane outfit that are capable of pushing them to the limit.

There is a realistic chance that Affane could win depending on what team lines out for them. They have showed this year that they can be a match for the ‘big 2’ but we will have to wait until Saturday to see how serious they are taking this game.

Shamrocks should have won the Western final against Emmetts a few years back and if ever, they are capable of winning out in 2018.

As in other clubs, the Summer will have robbed them of some key players and one feels they will have to be at their best to see off Affane.

Forecast: Shamrocks.

Ballysaggart CAMOGIE Well done and congrats to Waterford Senior Camogie team on their victory over Clare last weekend setting them up for a first ever senior All Ireland quarter-final game against Tipperary in Cork on August 4th.

CLUB LOTTO Draw 10th July: Numbers drawn were 5, 7, 19 and 21. No jackpot winner. €30 weekly prize winners were: Nellie Devine, Billy Devine, Darie & Abbie O’Connor. Lotto on every Tuesday night at Meagher’s, tickets €2.

Draw 17th July: Numbers drawn were 3, 5, 14 and 21. No jackpot winner. €30 weekly prize winners were: Supart Ruerngkrachan, Michael Ryan and Mark Veale.

Lotto on every Tuesday night at Meagher’s. Jackpot this week €5,750.

CLUB TOPS Ballysaggart GAA tops are available to order from the club.

Please contact Tina Meagher by this Friday, July 27th if you would like to order one.

See our facebook page for further details.

Modeligo WLR/GRANVILLE HOTEL GAA AWARD Congratulations to Tom Devine, who is the latest WLR/Granville Hotel GAA monthly award winner. Tom was selected as the winner for the performances he gave with the Waterford Senior Hurlers during their Munster Championship campaign. Well done Tom, from everyone here in the club.

FIXTURES FOR MODELIGO Listed below is the information we have received of official fixtures for our club: * Intermediate Hurling Quarter-final: Modeligo vrs.

Cappoquin. Date: Friday, August 17th, 2018. Time: 8:30 p.m.

Venue: Fraher Field, Ref.: Timmy Organ.

Please Note that in the event of a draw, 2 x 10 minute periods of Extra-time will be played. * West U21 (A) Hurling Championship: Comeragh Gaels vrs. Cois Bhríde. Date: Friday, August 3rd, 2018. Time: 8:30 p.m. Venue: Fraher Field.

ON COUNTY CAMOGIE DUTY Congratulations again to the Waterford Seniors who earned

the win they needed against Clare on Sunday last, and to the Minor side who, having beaten Tipperary, who have qualified for the Munster semi-final this Wednesday evening away to Limerick. Mary Kate Curran is involved with both of these squads, and we wish her all the best for the games ahead for each side.

Well done to the Waterford U-14 Camogie squads who gave some great displays at their Blitzes in Wexford on Saturday last and even enjoyed some more success in winning one of the competitions.

Congratulations to the Modeligo Camogie girls, namely Máiréad Hickey who was playing with the winning squad, and to Emma Hickey, Chloe Power and Anna Hickey who are also involved with these Waterford panels...Well done girls, keep up the hard work!

U-16 CAMOGIE CHAMPIONSHIP Modeligo will play their first game in the County U-16 Championship on Tuesday next, July 31st against Butlerstown in Modeligo. Throw-in timed for 7 p.m.

Ardmore SF CHAMPIONSHIP: ARDMORE V RATHGORMACK Tuesday, 31st July Fraher Field 8.00 p.m.

Our championship game v Rathgormack is after being pushed back to next Tuesday. It was our request to get it changed so we are grateful to both the County Board and Rathgormack for facilitating us Back to the game, this is at last the business end of the championship, winners will play in the quarter finals and the

losers end up in a relegation battle We will go in to this game as underdogs but if our mindset is right pulling of a surprise is not beyond the boys. We wish them well LOTTO DRAW MONDAY, 16th JULY. NUMBERS DRAWN 1, 13, 17, 23. €20 each: Miss Ellie and Ellie c/o Eileen O’Donnell; Paddy Mac c/o John O’Donnell; Mary Foley c/o Quinn's; Nuala Nugent c/o Kiely’s Cross; K. and L. c/o an Tobar.

Six year old group with Coach Simon Power at the Ballyduff Upper Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Ballyduff's GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

[Sean Byrne]

Lismore LOTTO DRAW Due to a club bereavement the lotto draw is postponed until Monday, 30th July.

THE LATE DONIE COUGHLAN It is with the deepest regret that the club offers sympathy to the family and friends of Donie Coughlan.

Donie joined the club in the ‘70’s and proved to be one of the best clubman ever seen.

We all know the cliché he gave more than 100%, whoever coined that phrase surely had Donie in mind. He served the

club as Chairman and was a current vice President, committee member and major supporter of the lotto draw. Ar dheis Dé go raibh an anam MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP Our minors took on De La Salle last Wednesday and were up against it from the word go. Conceding an early goal and failing to capitalise at the other end saw us two goals down at half-time.

Despite a valiant effort in the second half De La Salle came out victorious.

Final score: St Carthage’s 2-16; De La Salle 4-15.

Naomh Brid MINOR HURLING Naomh Bríd/St. Pat’s played the Brickeys in the second round of the Minor Championship on Wednesday night last in Touraneena.

The lads were winning at half-time but the Brickeys came back into the game.

The lads played brilliant hurling to get themselves back on track and ended the game with another win. The final score was 3-14 to 02-13. Well done lads!

U-13 AND U-14 UPCOMING FIXTURES Under 14 Hurling - Div. 2 Monday, 30/07/18 vs St. Mollerans.

Venue – Kirwan Park, Touraneena at 7 p.m.

Under 13 Hurling - Div. 2 Monday, 06/08/18 vs Cappoquin.

Venue Cappoquin at 7 p.m.

U-9 FOOTBALL Naomh Bríd played An Gaeltacht on Friday night last in Modeligo and played Lismore on Monday night in Touraneena.

The boys are playing really well and are improving with each game they play. Keep up the good work lads!

U-16 HURLING The lads will play Fourmilewater on Wednesday night, 25th July. The game will be played in Modeligo with a start time of 7.00 p.m. Good luck lads!

U-11 FOOTBALL Naomh Bríd will play Ballinacourty in Abbeyside on Friday next, 27th July at 6.30 p.m. Best of luck lads!

Sliabh gCua/St. Marys JUNIOR A HURLING RESULTS Congratulations to St. Mary’s who had a successful victory over Kilrossanty last Thursday, 19th July, 2018 in the Fraher Field.

Final score St. Mary’s 1-24; to Kilrossanty 2-14. Well done to all involved.

LOTTO RESULTS No winner of the €300 local lotto held on Sunday night. The winning numbers were 9, 18 and 30. €20 winners were: Danny Thompson, Dean Cliffe, Anna Thompson, Mary Duffy and Rhona Drohan.

Marian Cliffe won the promoter’s prize. Remember – if you’re not in you can’t win!

13th ANNUAL DAN FRAHER POC FADA Sliabh gCua / St. Mary's GAA Club welcomes you to come along to our 13th annual Dan Fraher Poc Fada on bank holiday Monday, 6th August, 2018.

Teams of three, adults €20 each, juvenile €10 each. Each player to please bring a sliotar.

Registration starts at 5 p.m. followed by a BBQ and entertainment afterwards. Everyone is welcome!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

St. Pat's under 8 Cailíní who played two tough games against Dungarvan & Ardmore in a blitz last Saturday.

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St. Pat's under 15 team who had a great away win against An tSean Phobal last week.

St. Patrick’s Juveniles U-8 BLITZ Fantastic display of football by our U-8 Cailíní who played great football last Saturday morning. Two tough matches played against Dungarvan & Ardmore. Maith sibh cailíní.

ST. ANNES EDGE OUT ST. PAT'S U-13s IN SEESAW THRILLER Bohadoon saw a most exciting game of football tonight. St. Anne's made the long trip up from Bunmahon to take on a youthful St. Pat's side. The first 10 minutes saw the younger St. Pat's girls struggle to cope with the physicality of their seaside opponents. St. Annes swarmed through in waves to score two goals. Some good defensive blocks and a save or two prevented St. Annes disappearing over the horizon, but there was a suggestion that we were only postponing the inevitable.

Fortunately for St. Pat's, what our girls lack in height, they make up for in gumption. A great break by our forwards saw the ball ripple the net. St. Annes continued to slowly extend their lead but at least we were now competing and competing hard. At the turn around St. Annes were still in sight, albeit we had to use binoculars.

The second half saw an amazing turn around in fortune. By dint of pace, skill, effort and some good fortune, St. Pat's clawed themselves back from the dead. Three great goals of completely different character pulled us back into contention.

A well worked team effort, a dazzling pitch length solo run, and the highlight, a thunderous net buster of a finish from our forward who collected a clever cross field kick pass.

The previously sure footed St. Annes team were stumbling in sight of the winning post. Their sure fire win had become a game of snakes and ladders, where nothing was certain.

The last five minutes were a tug of war, first one side, then the other, made and spurned chances. The St. Pat's girls were

starting to tire, as they did, St. Annes struck. Two very late blows delivered the coup de grâce to St. Pat's that St. Annes had long threatened.

Congratulations to an extremely talented St. Annes on a well deserved win. To the St. Pat's players well done on a fine performance. If only your mentors could coach age and height you would be a match for any team. This was a very brave and skillful performance. When it would have been easier to give up, ye kept going. The team is a credit to the club and your mentors.

GREAT U-15 TEAM PERFORMANCE AS ST. PAT'S GRIND OUT WIN St. Pat's 6-12; An tSean Phobal 3-9.

The first slightly dull day of summer saw St. Pat's produce a first half performance to match. For the first 10 minutes of the game we huffed and we puffed, but we couldn't quite blow the Old Parish house down. This was partly due to wayward finishing and partly due to good defensive play. When our forwards did find the target, we found the Old Parish goalie in great form. It was quite a surprise to see ourselves three points down after all our dominance. It could have been worse, a looping, high ball bounced off the St. Pat's crossbar before being cleared to safety.

A six point lead would have flattered An tSean Phobal but it was clear that we were not at our fluid best. The stars of the first half for St Pat's were our back-line, their aggression and cleverness not only prevented the home side from extending their lead but also served as an example to their team-mates.

With their prompting St. Pat's finally turned our possession into scores. A series of points were punctuated by two goals. The second goal was particularly gratifying. The St. Pat's forward made up a lot of ground to prevent the Old Parish goalie clear-

Ballyduff Upper RIP All in the club would like to extend sincere sympathy to the Rafferty family on the recent passing of Pat Rafferty, formerly of Marston, Ballyduff who lived in the U.K. in recent years. Pat played for Ballyduff from 1951 up until 1956 with great success.

Pat was a member of the Ballyduff/Mocollop historic double winning team in 1953 as well as going on to represent Waterford against Cork in 1954. Sincere sympathy is also extended to the Scanlon family on the recent passing of Jimmy Scanlon. May they rest in peace.

MINOR HURLING Our minor hurlers received a walkover from Clashmore/Kinsalebeg last week.

U-21 HURLING Our U-21 hurlers will face off against Ardmore on Friday, August 3rd at 7.30 p.m. in Clashmore.

CLUB LOTTO Club lotto tickets are available in St. Michael’s Hall from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on weekdays. Tickets are also on sale before Sunday Mass and available in Bridget Scanlon’s Hair Salon, The Log Cabin and An Síbín.

CLUB SHOP Our online club shop with O’Neills Sport is now up and running. There is a great variety of club leisurewear in both adult and children’s sizes available. The club shop can be reached by logging on to www.oneills.com and searching for Ballyduff Upper.

ing the ball. Her bravery was rewarded when the charged down clearance ended in the tSean Phobal net. This gave St. Pat's a lead that we subsequently never relinquished.

The second half saw St. Pat's extend the scoreline and their dominance. One of our youngest forwards, making her debut at this level, gave a great display of direct running and accurate shooting.

An tSean Phobail were doing a nice job of marking our strongest players but this left gaps for our youngsters to exploit.

Point after point was scored with fist and boot as all of our forwards chipped in to create a sizeable St. Pat's lead. It was a great sight to see 3, 4 and 5 players being involved in passing moves to create space for a shot.

The twilight of the game saw An tSean Phobail score two very good goals that were no more than they deserved for their endeavours. These proved to be consolation scores as the whistle sounded soon after.

This was a really great team performance from St. Pat's.

Across the board, our players chipped in with blocks, tackles, interceptions and scores. It may not have been a complete performance but it was a game that saw the whole team contributing to our victory. Well done players and mentors.

NAOMH BRÍD/ST. PAT'S MINORS PRESERVE UNBEATEN RECORD AGAINST BRICKEYS We played our second round of championship hurling at the weekend in Kirwan Park, Touraneena. Our opponents were a big physical Brickey Rangers team. From the throw in we knew they meant business. Both teams traded scores, but Naomh Bríd/St. Pat's ended the first half leading by 2-8 to 1-7.

On the restarts the Brickeys began to eat into our lead and with 10 minutes remaining they were leading by a point. Faced with the end our unblemished record our lads upped their

game and played there best hurling of the match. We outscored our opponents by 1-2 to no score.

The final score was 3.14 to 2.13. We have 4 points on the board and are unbeaten in both hurling and football in the minor grade.

CONGRATULATIONS Waterford progress to the All-Ireland senior Camogie quarter-finals for the first time in their history.

They ended Clare's year last Sunday with a 1-11 0-12 win.

Congratulations to Aoife Landers and De De Fahey who lined out for Waterford.

DEVELOPMENT SQUADS Good St. Pat's attendance at the U-13 County Development training last Saturday in Kilrossanty GAA. Almost 100 girls were put through their paces by the coaches (including our own Olivia Butler). Well done to the girls, the coaches and WLGFA on a great initiative.

CÚL CAMP 2018 Cúl Camp this year will take place from Monday, 6th August to Friday, 10th of August. Book your place now at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie "SPLIT THE POT" This is the clubs main fundraiser which helps to top up registration fees, pay for footballs, sliotars, referee fees, subsidise bus hire, field maintenance and help towards any other bills which our club has fall due over the year. T ickets for the next monthly draw are available from Mentors, Parents, Committee, Healy's Daybreak, The Pike Service Station. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5 FACEBOOK Follow St. Pat's on Facebook for all the latest club news: www.facebook.com/saintpatsgaa

Kill INTERMEDIATE HURLING Fenor intermediate Hurlers put in there best performances of the season so far when they drew with De La Salle in Walsh Park last Saturday.

The full time score was Fenor 0-14; De La Salle 0-14.

This was a very good team performance with every player giving it his all. We have one more group game remaining against Ballyduff before we face into the knockout matches.

BARBECUE Our annual club barbecue is taking place next Saturday evening in Dunphy’s Bar,

beginning at 8.00 p.m. with music by Paddy’s Pride. This is always a great night in the village, so looking forward to seeing you all there.

LOTTO At last week’s lotto draw held in Dunphy’s Bar there was no winner of the €10,000 lotto jackpot. On the night we had one match 3 winner who was Warren Power. The numbers drawn were 1, 10, 26 & 30.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to our club player Jim Halley and his fiancée Kathy on their recent engagement.

Shamrocks (Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd.) CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning lotto numbers were 7-12-13-20, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Mike Lombard, Geraldine O'Regan, Maura Heffernan, Liam Power, George Mills. Next week's jackpot will be €6,450.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL This Saturday 28th sees Shamrocks' first knock-out game of 2018 when they take on Affane in the Junior Football Western semi-final. We have won our three group games this year, but the lads would be well aware of the threat Affane pose in this semi-final. You can never underestimate a club with a fine football tradition like Affane has, and I'm sure our lads won't. Throw-in is at 7 p.m. in Lismore next Saturday, so do come along and give them some support.

Over 11 year old group with Waterford Senior Hurlers Noel Connors and Stephen Bennett and Coaches Christy Power, Sean Barrett-Whelan and Aaron Beresford at the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Abbeyside’s GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games. [Sean Byrne]

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Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Health Club Project - Pictured above are participants in the Club on the Move initiative from last Wednesday night.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Crottys Bar where the jackpot is €3800 as on Sunday night Terence Condon was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 8 which when turned wasn’t the joker but he did win €50. Liam Sheehan and Brendan Landers won €25 each.

CLUB ON THE MOVE WEEK ONE A HUGE SUCCESS!!!

Well done to all who have begun their 6 week healthy jour-

ney at the club, taking place each Wednesday and Friday night at 7.15 p.m. Waterford Sports Partnership make it enjoyable for all. Fun while getting fit and healthy!

JUNIOR HURLING Both of our Junior Hurling teams were in Championship action last weekend.

Firstly on Friday night out Junior A team took on Colligan in Fraher Field. Despite a good second half performance we were defeated by a point and we now have two games left to play in August.

On Sunday morning our Junior C hurlers played An Rinn in Bushy Park. Whilst defeat was our lot here, we have still qualified for the quarter finals of the Championship with our opponents still unknown.

SENIOR HURLING This Friday night we play Roanmore in Kill at 7:30 pm in the semi-final of the County League.

BOOKING OF PITCHES We would like to remind all our coaches to please ensure that they book the pitches with Michael Donovan before training.

CLUB BINGO Our club bingo session continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night with a jackpot of €450.

Brickey Rangers LOTTO Last week’s draw which was held in the Enterprise where we had no lucky punter the numbers drawn were: 1, 2, 9, 13. €25 to each of following: David Hickey, Jackie Curran, Deirdre Flynn & Eamon Lynch. This week’s draw will be held in the Tudor House and carries a jackpot of €3,400. To be in with a chance of winning, tickets are available from McGrath’s or Shalloe’s Newsagents or any member of the committee.

Tickets are €2 each.

SENIOR FOOTBALL Our Senior footballers take on Kilrossanty this Sunday in the Senior Championship knock-out stages. Throw-in at the Fraher Field is 7:30 p.m. All support appreciated.

JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior hurlers took on Kilgobinet last Sunday morning in Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds in what was very warm conditions. Despite the warm conditions there was a great effort put in from both teams as our lads trailed by 0-7 to 0-4 at half-time.

With a big effort from our lads the sides were level 0-11 apiece however, Kilgobinet fought back and came away with the victory in the end with the full time score 0-15 to 0-13.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our Junior footballers take on Gaultier in the county football semi-final this Friday night in Lemybrien. Throw-in is 7:30 p.m. All support appreciated.

DEISE DRAW Reminder that the Deise Draw is on tonight (Wednesday) and promoters should have their money in this week.

MINOR HURLING Our Minor hurlers lost out to St. Pats last Wednesday night and take on St. Olivers tonight (Wednesday) at Bushy Park in the next round. Throw-in is 7:30 p.m.

U-21 v Clashmore / Kinsalebeg on Friday, 3rd August at 7.30 pm in Aglish pitch.

Intermediate Hurling League Final v Clashmore / Kinsalebeg on Sunday, 5th August at 12 noon in Fraher Field.

JUVENILE NOTES U-16 Hurling: Next match V Ballygunner on 8th August.

U-14 Hurling: Next match V Cappoquin on July 30th in Bushy at 7 pm.

U-13 Hurling: Next match V An Rinn on August 6th.

U-12 Football: First round of Town & Country league V The Nire on August 3rd in Bushy.

U-11 Football: On Friday, our under 11 footballers started their campaign in division one of the Town and Country League in Ballinameela. They came out on top in a hard fought battle against St. Oliver’s.

U-6 & U-7's: U-7 and U-6 matches against St. Pats in Bohadoon on Wednesday at 6.45 pm. It will be both hurling and football.

BRICKEY SUMMER CAMP Our ever popular camp is now FULL. We have a cancellation list in operation so if you wish to have your child added please contact Joanie or Janine. Anyone who may have booked in but cannot attend please let us know so that another child can take your place.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Health Club Project - Back Row L/R: Peter Jones (Waterford Sports Partnership), Éamonn Cashin (Health and Wellbeing Healthy club officer), Michael Briggs (Club Chairman), Pakie Hurney (Club Treasurer), Tomás Kiely (Club Secretary). Front Row L/R: Damien O’Connell, Lauren Walsh Kett, Darragh O’Connell (Club on the move tutors).

Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €7,900 held in Micilin's Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 22/07/18. Numbers were 3, 6, 11, 19. €30 won by the following people Ann Fitzgerald, Susan Connors, Bellaheen. Seller’s prize of €30 Robbie Whelan, Leamybrien. Next Clotto to be held in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 29/07/18 for a Jackpot of €8,000.On duty on the night Kenny Houlihan and Jason Dee. SENIOR FOOTBALL PLAY-OFFS Our Senior Footballers will play the Brickeys for a place in the quarter-finals this coming Sunday evening, 29th July at 7:30 pm in Fraher Field, Dungarvan.

Please come along and show your support.

MINOR HURLING 3A Our Minor hurlers played Ardmore on Ardmore GAA Grounds last Wednesday evening, 18th July, winning on a scoreline of 5-15 to 1-14.

Team: Alan Dunwoody, Ronan Power, Philip Dunwoody, William Walsh, Caoimhin Walsh, Paddy Hayes, Sean Veale, Padraig Fitzgerald, Eoin Power, Pa Power, Darragh Walsh, Aidan Behan, Seamus Fitzgerald.

Our next game is against Dungarvan in Pairc Naomh Brid, Leamybrien, Wednesday week (01/08/18) at 7:30 p.m.

JUNIOR A HURLING On Thursday evening last, 19th July we played St. Mary’s in Fraher Field, Dungarvan, losing on a scoreline of 2-14 to 1-24.

Pa Whyte opened the scoring with a point from play in the 10th minute. Pa Cunningham was on target with a point from a free after 12 minutes. Pa Cunningham pointed from play 13th minute. Donal Fitzgerald scoring a point from play in the 14th minute. Another point from Donal Fitzgerald in the 20th minute. Pa Cunningham scored a point from play on 23 minutes. A good attacking play resulted in a goal from Pa Cunningham in the 24th minute. Donal Fitzgerald was on target from a free

in the 28th minute. Half-time score Kilrossanty 1-7; St Marys 1-10.

SECOND HALF A great point from substitute Pa Power in the 8th minute. A well struck free from Joey Veale found its way to the net on 9 minutes. Martin Dunne point from play on 10 minutes. Donal Fitzgerald point from a free on 17 minutes.

Alan Quinn point from play in the 19 minute. This was followed by a well taken point from Paul Keating in the 20th minute. Martin Dunne was on target from a free in the 26th minute. Another point from Alan Quinn in the 29th minute.

Team: Paul Whyte, James Whyte, Niall Walsh, Conor Hayes, Eoin Houlihan, Martin Dunne, Stephen Prendergast, Paul Keating, Sean Veale, Donal Fitzgerald, Pa Whyte, Michael Walsh, Pa Cunningham, Alan Quinn, Joey Veale. Substitutes: Pa Power for Michael Walsh; Jack Whyte for Stephen Prendergast; Josh Kay for Joey Veale (injured).

Scorers: Pa Cunningham 1-3 (one free), Joey Veale 1 goal (free), Alan Quinn 2 points, Donal Fitzgerald 4 points (1 free), Paul Keating 0-1, Pa Power 1 point, Pa Whyte 1 point, Martin Dunne 2 points (1 free).

Our next Fixture is against Abbeyside on Saturday, 11th August at 7 pm in Fraher Field, Dungarvan.

WATERFORD SENIOR CAMOGIE Well done to Claire Whyte and the Waterford Senior Camogie team on their great win over Clare in Cusack Park, Ennis 1-11 to 12 on Sunday last, 22nd July. They have now qualified for the quarter-finals against Tipperary at Pairc Ui Caoimh on Saturday, August 4th at 5:30 p.m. It will be broadcast live on RTE. DÉISE DRAW: Déise draw takes place in Kilmacthomas this Wednesday evening, July 25th. Tickets with cash prizes ranging from €12,500 all the way to €200, with 70% been retained by the club. Tickets can be purchased from Mairéad Coffey or Jason Dee. MONSTER BINGO Our next Monster Bingo takes place this coming Friday evening, 27th July in Crotty's Inn, Leamybrien,

at 8:30 p.m. sharp with the proceeds going towards the continued development of our underage players.

KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILES Under 6 to Under 10 Football and Hurling: Training for this age group takes place in the new field each Monday evening at 7 p.m. New members always welcome. An Under 10 football league starts in August.

More details next week.

Under 12 Football Town and Country Leagues: Kilrossanty's first fixture is Friday week, August 3rd. home to Stradbally at 6.30.

Under 14 Hurling: Next on the list for the Under 14's is an away trip to St. Saviours. This game was originally fixed for Monday night next at 7 p.m. but may be brought forward at the request of the city club.

Players and mentors will be notified of any change of date.

A win here will give the team six points from a possible eight and with just a home game against bottom club Ferrybank remaining, qualification to the knockout series would seem assured.

Under 16 Hurling: The trip to Carrick Beg on Monday evening of this week turned out to be a rewarding journey for the Under 16 hurlers and they came away with two more points after a superb win on a scoreline of Kilrossanty 5-14; St. Mollerans 1-13.

Cul Camp 2018: A great time was had by all in the GAA field last week at the Kelloggs Cúl Camp with a record number of close to one hundred attending. The success of events such as this is measured by the enjoyment of the participants and in this particular case they certainly did enjoy each and every day there, making the 2018 camp an unqualified success.

The local coordinator for the event was juvenile club chairman Damien Ryan and he deserves a special mention and sincere thanks from all involved for giving of his time and expertise in ensuring the smooth running of the camp.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

St. Mary’s Juveniles MINOR HURLING The old adage ‘goals win games’ was never so true when Portlaw\Ballyduff travelled to Kill last Wednesday evening, 18th July, for Round 2 of the league section of the championship. Unfortunately for us it was the opposition who got them. Three goal we conceded in the opening half and although we fought back with some lovely points, ultimately this cost us the game at the end of a thrilling 60 minutes. At the break we trailed by 4 points, and by the midway point of the second period we were 9 down after the concession of a fourth green flag.

However, our boys really dug deep for the remainder of the game. With our defence tightening up and Conor Burns and Tommy Carberry driving us on from the middle of the field we clawed our way back into it. Paul Allen struck a fine goal to narrow the gap to 3 with 5 minutes left, and try as we might we couldn’t find an equalizer as our neighbours ran out victors on a 4-8 to 1-14 scoreline. This was a much improved performance from the opening round from the lads who were short a number of key players and on this showing we can look forward to the rest of the campaign with renewed vigour.

U14 HURLING Ballyduff Upper was the venue for this Round 3 encounter last Saturday evening, 21st July, as the opposition kindly agreed to bring this game forward. On a beautiful summers evening our lads started great and had 1-2 on the board in the opening 5 minutes, the goal coming from Frank Kavanagh, before Ballyduff registered. A couple of more points stretched our lead to 7 when the Westerners grabbed a goal to leave it a 4 point game.

However, a goal rush before half time saw Frank get his hat trick, with Eoin Ruane and Patrick Power also nicking goals to put us in a commanding position at the break.

We saw out the second half well with Adam Moynihan netting a brace of goals and Brian Dowdall making some fine saves in the goal as the opposition gamely battled to the end. Final score St. Mary’s 7-10; Ballyduff Upper 3-5. Our next game is on Aug. 13th when Ballygunner ‘B’ provide the opposition.

CUL CAMP Week 2 of our annual Kellogg’s Cul Camp is on this Monday, 30th July in Kill GAA club grounds. If you haven’t booked and would like to participate you can turn up on the morning at 10 a.m. with the entry fee of €60 per child as there is still spaces available. Week 1 is ongoing as you read these notes, but with the weather forecast good you can be assured everyone is thoroughly enjoying themselves.

U-15 EASTERN HURLING FINAL We have received a date for above fixture. It’s Thursday evening, 2nd August in Walsh Park at 6.30 p.m. with a strong Roanmore side standing in our way. We were due to play St. Saviours in the semi but they withdrew from the competition leaving us straight into the final, while in the other semi Roanmore comprehensively beat Ferrybank. Best of luck boys!!

Sean Phobal RIP JAMES FLYNN A sad cloud of loss descended on our parish following the news of the death of our friend and colleague, James Flynn. One of nature's gentlemen, a lovely family man, great neighbour, talented actor, and firm friend to all.

James was laid to rest last Friday alongside his mother and father. He was given a beautiful send off despite the heartbreaking circumstances. The sheer crowd of people that gathered inside and outside the church was a tribute to James and the lovely man that he was.

He will be fondly remembered for his love of all animals, for the times he wore the An Sean Phobal jersey with pride and most of all for the great time and love he had for his family and friends.

James will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

Our sincere sympathy to Helen, Anna, Michael and John Flynn, and to his brother Liam.

Forever in our hearts Friend to many Forever with the Lord CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL It’s knockout time of the year once again and An Sean Phobal will face old foes Kilgobinet in the Junior A football Championship Semi-Final. We are bid- James Flynn after Old Parish won the ding to reach our second consecutive Western Final. As everybody knows no Junior B football Championship in knockout game is easy and we would 1989. love to see a large crowd at the game to help us over the line. Shocks Abú.

Cluiche Leath Ceannais Peil Sóisearach A: An Sean Phobal v Cill Gobnait. Dáta: Friday, 27th July, 2018. Ionad: Bushy Park. AM: 7.30 p.m.

Stradbally sponsor will have their logo printed onto a cycling jacket which will be seen on the roads of Waterford every time one of the cyclists wears it, if you know anyone interested in becoming a sponsor please contact Trevor Curran.

Breda Kiely, Déise Draw co-ordinator presenting the cheque for €12,500 to Brendan Tobin. Also in the photo is club chairman Tom Cunningham.

TABLE QUIZ Stradbally GAA Club hosted a very successful table quiz in aid of the field development fund last Friday night. We had a large turn out and everyone enjoyed a good night’s entertainment. Senior Footballer Cathal Cusack’s team won the quiz by one point from Club Secretary Edel Curran’s team. Surprise of the night was when club chairman Tom Cunnigham won one of the raffle prizes and choose a bag of dog nuts over 4 beautiful John Rocha glasses! Somehow I don’t think he consulted with home before making the decision.

Stradbally GAA Club would like to thank everyone who donated prizes and help out with organizing the event. Especially our resident quiz masters Michael and Ann O’Meara for putting together an excellent quiz.

DÉISE DRAW PRESENTATION Breda Kiely Déise Draw cordinator presenting the cheque for €12,500 to Brendan Tobin. Also in the photo is club chairman Tom Cunningham.

Congratulations to Stradbally GAA club supporter Brendan Tobin who won €12,500 in the latest Deise Draw raffle. This was Stradbally GAA’s second successive win and it is still not too late to join the Déise Draw you can contact Breda Kiely on 087-6291930 or any committee member for an entry form.

FIELD DEVELOPMENT Our field development is gathering pace and all major works are now complete, we are waiting for the right weather conditions to lay the seed. Foundations for a retaining wall between both fields have been laid and work will commence in August on its construction which will incorporate a hurling wall too. Once completed this will be the finest field in the county. Your support is needed now more than ever, please support our 50:50 draw and all other club fundraising initiatives.

LÁ NA gCLUBANNA/FAMILY FUNDAY To celebrate Lá na gClubanna Stradbally GAA and Stradbally LGFA are hosting a family fun day in Stradbally GAA Club on Sunday, 5th August. There will be lots of activities for the kids such as Face painting, Crossbar challenge, tug of war etc.. The main event of the day will be the Local Celebrity Bainisteoir tournament when 6 local Celebrities battle it out with their teams to win a very prestigious cup.

The teams will be made up of club members and parents of all ages both ladies and men ranging from u-14 to over 50’s. Some club legends are going to have to dust off their old boots and see if they still have it. There will be a BBQ and music on the day and we hope to see a huge turnout from the community. Further details will be announced in next week’s notes.

400KM FUNDRAISING CYCLE Friday night saw the launch of Stradbally GAA’s 6 county cycle in association with Mental Health Awareness which will take place on the weekend of September 14/15/16. The cycle is in aid of the Stradbally GAA Pitch Development fund and the cyclists are also raising awareness for Mental Health. A group of cyclists will leave Stradbally on Friday, 14th September and travel through Cork, Limerick, Kerry (Cross the Ferry in Tarbert) to Clare and then onto Tipperary before finishing up back in Stadbally on the Sunday. If anyone wishes to take part in this cycle they can contact Trevor Curran on 087 6547600. We are asking supporters and parents to consider getting involved by either cycling the three stages or taking part in the Final stage on the Sunday from Tipperary to Stradbally.

All participants will be selling lines on a sponsorship card and we ask the community to support these people as the money raised will go towards our new field.

We are also looking for businesses to come on board and sponsor the cyclists, each

JUVENILE NEWS Training for our under 5/6/7/8/9 &10’s boys and Girls is cancelled this week owing to the fact that Stradbally Junior Footballers are in the county semi-final at the same time as training and we have a large number of mentors on the team. We would ask all parents to consider bringing their child to support their coaches this Friday evening at 18.45 p.m. in Fraher Field.

U-10’s Born (2008/2009): Our U-10’s played in a four team tournament organised

by St. Pat’s GAA Club in Kilgobinet last Saturday. They played against Cóis Bríde, Ballyduff Upper and hosts St. Pat’s in three very competitive games. The skill and commitment shown by all players bodes well for the future of all our clubs. The Stradbally lads were missing a few of our regular U-10’s due to holidays and a number of our U-9’s helped out and were not out of place in with the U-10’s. As a group our U-9’s and 10’s has developed enormously this year and it is clear to see that the children are practicing a lot at home which has helped them on the field. Stradbally GAA would like to thank James Dalton and St Pat’s GAA club for organising and excellent blitz and compliment them on the lovely goodies supplied to all the participants.

This week’s Underage Fixtures: Under 9’s (Born 2009/2010): Next fixture is away to Dungarvan on 4th August, exact details will be published on the teams Whatsapp group.

Under 10’s (Born 2008/2009): Next fixture will be posted on the group Whatsapp.

Under 11’s (Born 2007/2008): Next fixture is home to Deglán Naofa on 27/07/18 at 18.30 p.m.

Under 12’s (Born 2006/2007): Next fixture is home to Kilrossanty on the 3/8/18 at 18.30 p.m.

U-14 Hurling: No match this week.

U-16 Hurling Championship: Our next u-16 game is at home this Wednesday at 8 pm against Clashmore.

Minor Hurling: Minors play away to St. Saviours at 7.30 p.m. on 1st of August.

ADULT NEWS Senior Football: No fixtures this week.

Junior Football: Played the semi-final of the county championship in Fraher Field against The Nire this Friday night at 18.45 p.m. Best of Luck to both players and management.

Intermediate Hurling: We play the quarter final of the Western Intermediate Hurling Championship against Clashmore on the 18/08/18, time and venue to be confirmed.

Social Centre: Our social centre is a very important facility which is used by a wide variety of people for various purposes. We encourage all our members to consider booking the club for any family events they may be planning, the center is for the benefit of our members and we are lucky to have it, anyone who is considering making a booking can contact Breda Kiely on 087-6291930 for further information.

There will be live music and dancing in the club next Sunday night with Pat Daly.

FUNDRAISING: 50:50 Draw: Is our main development draw which helps us to fund our ongoing pitch development. This draw takes place every second Sunday and the tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5. Tickets are available from Cunningham’s shop, Farm Relief Services, Whelan’s Bar and The Cove Bar as well as from any of the club committee.

You can now log onto www.stradballygaa.com and purchase your tickets on line. The club would like to thank these local businesses for supporting this vital initiative and all those who purchase these tickets.

50:50 Winner: Well done to Breda Keane who won €200 in our latest 50/50 draw, the next draw takes place on Sunday, 29th July, 2018.

Field Signs: We will be making a big drive this year for businesses to put up field Signs. This will be a great opportunity for businesses to advertise their products and services. Contact Virgil Power (Alaska) on 087-7797401 for more details Best Wishes: Stradbally GAA would like to wish a speedy recovery to Minor player Robert Power who sustained a broken ankle recently. We hope to see him back in the red and white of Stradbally in the near future.

An Coilligean/Na h-Emmetigh CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the “Black & Amber” club lotto held in Shalloe’s Bar on Monday, 16th of July. The numbers drawn were 1, 12, 19 and 21. The €20 lucky ticket winners were as follows: Donal Fraher, Daniel Power, Pa Dalton and Colm Duggan. The seller’s prize went to Johnny Wall. Last Monday (23rd of July) night’s jackpot was worth €6, 200. Black and Amber lotto tickets will be on sale outside The Pike Service Station on Saturday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. If anyone would like to help out selling tickets on Saturday mornings please contact Kevin on 087 2814712. As always your support is greatly appreciated.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Colligan has a good win against Abbeyside in the Junior Hurling Championship last Friday evening in Fraher Field. The final score was 1-13 to 1-12.

Team: Evan McKenna, Adam Dunford, John Nick Fennell, Alan Walsh, Mark Flynn, Dan Booth, Reece Stringer, John Morrissey, Richie Kiely (0-1), Jason, Dunford, Michael Horgan, Gavin Whelan (0-1), Sam Murphy Nix (0-1), John Wall (1-10), Dean McKenna Subs: Stephen McGrath (used), Ian Fraher (used), John Flynn, Charlie Whelan, Jack Fraher.

UPCOMING JUNIOR HURLING FIXTURES Colligan v St. Mary’s - Friday, 10th August at 7 pm in Fraher Field.

Colligan v Kilrossanty - Saturday, 18th August at 7 pm in Fraher Field.

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Stradbally under 10’s who played in a four team tournament at St. Pat’s last Saturday.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

12 year old plus group with Coaches Orla Hickey and Fiona Ni Bhriain at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by Waterford Coaching and Games.

[Sean Byrne]

Kilgobinet JUNIOR HURLING Kilgobinet took on Brickeys at the Dungarvan GAA grounds last Sunday. In very warm humid conditions, Kilgobinet started without a number of regulars, in a low scoring first half. Brickeys led by 0-2 to no score early on. Kilgobinet came back into it levelling the teams 0-2 each. Kilgobinet hit a number of scores from out the field and led at half-time 0-9 to 0-5.

In the second half, Brickeys started strongly, bringing the score down to Kilgobinet 0-11; Brickeys 0-10. Kilgobinet took over again to lead 0-13 to 0-10; both sides traded scores to leave the scores Kilgobinet 0-15; Brickeys 0-12. Brickeys lobbed a few high balls into the Kilgobinet goalmouth, but couldn't get the goal they needed. They added one more point to leave the final score Kilgobinet 0-15; Brickeys 0-13 Good win, in very warm conditions, without a few of our experienced regular players. Credit to the referee who allowed a water break in each half.

KILGOBINET: James Fennell, Kevin Curran, John Moloney, Jack Cullinan, Conor Kavanagh, Mark Dunford, Gavin Clarke, Tomas Fahey, Neil Phelan, James Walsh, Ger Hickey, Stephen Coffey, Johnny Hallinan, Paul Walsh, Joe Curtin. Substitute appearances from Tommy Cullinan, Eddie Cullinan.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Lawlors Hotel West Junior A Football Championship: Kilgobinet v An Sean Phobal this Friday, 27th July in Bushy Park 7.30 p.m.

BEST WISHES Best wishes and speedy recovery to our players Mark Phelan and Johnny Fennell, both out with broken hands.

Cois Bhride – Pictured are the lads who travelled to Bohadoon last Saturday morning for a blitz, winning two out of their three matches. Well done boys.

Cois Bhride Notes kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware CUL CAMP This year's cul camp is starting on Monday, 30th July in Tallow and is fully booked with 150 children expected. Please bring your own playing gear - helmet, hurley, boots, mouthguard etc. We will have a limited supply of helmets and hurlies at each camp but you must supply your own mouthguard.

Pack lots of sun block and water. The camp is starting at 10am untill 2.30pm. Hope everyone enjoys the week!

SYMPATHIES Cois Bhride would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Fr. Michael Farrell on his recent

passing. Ar dheis De go raibh a anam.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Wednesday, 25 July 2018 under 16 hurling Clonea v Cois Bhride 7.30 pm in Clonea round 3.

27 July, 2018 under 11 football Cois Bhride v Affane 6.30 in Tallow round 2.

30 July, 2018 under 14 hurling Cois Bhride v Roanmore 7 pm in Tallow round 4.

1 August, 2018 under 18 hurling Cois Bhride v Brickey Rangers 7.30 in Tallow, third round 3 August, 2018 under 21 A hurling Cois Bhride v Gael na Chomeraigh 7 p.m. in Fraher Field. Extra-time if needed.

Cappoquin Camogie FIXTURES Under 12s are playing Tramore in the county semi-final in Cappoquin this coming Saturday, 28th July at 7 p.m.

The U-16s will play Gaultir on Tuesday, 31st of July in Cappoquin, time tbc.

WATERFORD SENIOR CAMOGIE Congratulations to the Waterford Senior Camogie team and especially Lorraine, Aisling, Jenny and their manager Duck and his backroom team on their impressive victory against Clare last Sunday.

Waterford have now qualified for the senior All Ireland quar-

ter finals, a historic first for the county. We are all very proud in Cappoquin of the local representatives in the squad, well done one and all TRAINING *U-8/U-10 training is Thurs from 6-7 p.m. *U-12/14 training is Tues at 6-7 pm *U-16 training is Tues 6-7 p.m. and Sat from 11am-12 p.m. *Minor Training Wed and Fri at 7.30 p.m. *U-18 and Senior training is Tuesday and Friday at 7.30 p.m. and Sun at 10 a.m.

New members always welcome.

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Dede Fahey and Aoife Landers who were on the Waterford Camogie team that beat Clare last Sunday in Ennis to reach the All-Ireland Senior Camogie Quarter-Final for the first time. They go on to meet Tipperary on Aug. 4th.

COMMISERATIONS Commiserations to Kelly Moroney, who was on the Waterford Ladies Football team beaten by Galway at Birr in the TG4 All Ireland Senior Football Championship last Sat. SYMPATHY The club was saddened to learn of the death of Very Rev. Michael Farrell AP, Parochial House, Tallow, last week. Fr. Michael was a curate in the parish of Kilgobinet, Colligan & Kilbrien in the 1960s. He was very involved in the erection of the Calvary Monument at Kilgobinet Church, in memory of those killed in the Trench Disaster in 1921. Kilgobinet GAA Club would like to extend our sympathies to all Fr. Michael's family, friends and to Bishop Cullinan, Bishop Lee, and his colleagues in the priesthood. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

SPONSORED WALK There will be a sponsored walk from Kilgobinet Sports Centre, on Sunday, 5th August in aid of the renovation and expansion of Kilgobinet Graveyard. Sponsorship cards are currently being sent to every home in the parish, all donations will be gratefully received. More details later.

SOCIAL MEDIA To keep up to date with news and events check out our Facebook page @kilgobinet.gaa

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 7, 11, 17, 19. No winner. Consolation prizes: Michael O'Keeffe, Joanne Sheehan, Denise Sheehan, Eamon Forbes. Promoter: Teresa Cunningham. Next draw: Lukie’s, July 30th. Jackpot: €3,600. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters.

FIXTURES Senior hurling v. Ballyduff Upper – weekend of August 12th.

U-21 hurling Cois Bhríde v. Comeragh Gaels Friday, August 3rd, in Fraher Field at 7.00 p.m.

COMHBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn wishes to extend sincere sympathy to the family of our club patron Fr. Michael Farrell. Fr. Farrell was a great supporter of both club and county. He was a

founder member of Roanmore GAA club, many of whom were in attendance. He will be dearly missed by all of us in the club.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

We wish to extend our sympathy to the O'Brien family, Parklands, on the sad passing of Michael A. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

DEISE DRAW Could all outstanding monies please be handed in to Fada or any of the promoters.

MEETING CLG Tulach an Iarainn will hold the monthly committee meeting this Thursday, July 26th, at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse.

All committee members are requested to attend.

COIS BHRÍDE CÚL CAMP This year's Cúl Camp is starting on Monday, 30th July, in Tallow and is fully booked with 150 children expected.

Melleray/Glen Rovers ON THE PITCH On Sunday last, we bowed out of the hurling championship with a narrow defeat to Cappoquin in Ballysaggart. We had the lead for the majority of the game leading at the break by 1-5 to 0-6 thanks to a Brian Hennessy goal, but just lost out at the end 1-11 to 1-13. The lads played some great hurling despite the panel being seriously stretched with 9 players absent, and they gave it everything. It was a lively and entertaining game of hurling and we wish Cappoquin all the best in the knock-out stages.

I know a number of our players and supporters were hugely disappointed to miss the game but we had submitted a request to Cappoquin two weeks ago to change the fixture from Sunday due to the clash with the Melleray Vintage Club event in Lismore but Cappoquin could not agree to our request.

Well done to all who togged out including a number who

hadn't been on the pitch in a long while, and may not be for a long while again.

INJURY Best wishes to Jordan Kearney who was injured recently and Rob Crowley who received a quite nasty blow to the wrist during last Sunday’s game.

LOTTO There was no winner of last weekend’s lotto and next week;s draw will be held on Sunday, 29th July at 9 pm in Cliffe’s Bar, Cappoquin.

MELLERAY VINTAGE CLUB Well done to the vintage club on another great exhibition last Sunday in Lismore.

SPORT’S DAY Our Sport’s Day will be held on Sunday, 2nd September.

Tickets for our grand raffle will be on sale soon.

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Affane Cappoquin

Naomh Chartaigh under 11 team with members of the Ryan family.

Naomh Chartaigh (Lismore/Ballysaggert Juvenile GAA) On Sunday morning we held our annual Ber Ryan Memorial u-11 hurling tournament. The morning was damp but the atmosphere was great. Taking part this year were Bride Rovers, St Catherines, Kilmacow of Kilkenny and our own lads.

After six very competitive games in the group stages, the two top teams were Bride Rovers and our own team. St. Catherines and Kilmacow played off in the plate final which Kilmacow came out on top in.

The Shield final was a great competitive game and after a tough battle our lads managed to come out on top to claim this year’s title. Well done and thanks to all the teams who played in this years tournament.

Many thanks to all the parents who provided and served refreshments and special thanks to Pat Ryan and family members for their continued support of this tournament which is an important date in our hurling calendar.

UNDER 7 HURLING The U-7s hurlers played Youghal in a couple of challenge matches, both very competitive matches with lots skill on display. Well done to all.

U-14S HURLING The lads were away to Ballygunner. Good game, the lads played well but at times found it hard to make headway, but they showed good spirit and put in a good honest effort however coming up short on the night SYMPATHIES The club would like to extend its sympathies to the family of Donie Coughlan. Donie was a chairman of the Club, a selector and great GAA man. Donie’s grandchildren currently play for the Club.

The club would also like to extend its sympathies to the family and friends Mrs. O’Neill who passed away recently and whose grandchildren currently play in the club.

Cappoquin panel: Neil Collender, Rory Mangan, Cian Murphy, Louie Lomano, Ciaran Power, Gavin Fives, Tiernan Hale Cullinane, Luke O’Rourke, Evan Murray, PJ Kiely, Tom Troy, Jamal Casey, Sam Uniacke, Darragh Meaney, Tadgh Kelleher, Tony Browne, Adam Hallahan.

UPCOMING WESTERN BOARD /COUNTY U-14, U-16 / U-16 - Wed., 25th July: Cappoquin V Erins Own-Sacred Heart at 7 p.m. in The Sportsfield.

U-14 - Mon., 30th July: Cappoquin V Brickeys at 7 p.m. in Bushy Park.

WEST JUNIOR FOOTBALL C’SHIP SEMI-FINAL West Junior Football C’ship Semi-Final Sat., 28th July: Affane V Shamrocks at 7 pm in The Castle Farm Grounds, Lismore.

A GREAT WEEK FOR THE CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE GAA CÚL CAMP The club held its annual GAA Cúl Camp last week and what a super week it proved to be. We had 98 children enjoying brilliant weather and playing lots of fun games with their friends.

Some of the Cúl Camp Ambassadors for 2018 visited on Thursday when we had some county hurlers along for a chat with the boys and girls. The lads answered all questions put to them and were very generous with their time. On the final day of camp there was the annual water fight as well as goodie bags for all who were in attendance. Thank you to all our coaches for the week for their great work with the kids and a special mention to those who had the field and its surroundings looking so well all week.

THE LOCAL BAR WESTERN JUNIOR C HURLING C’SHIP Quinners tops in Local Derby Cappoquin 1-13; Glen Rovers/Melleray 1-11.

Cappoquin came with a late run in this Western junior ‘C’ hurling championship game in picturesque Ballysaggart last Sunday morning to claim a place in the knock-out stages and in doing so eliminated fellow parish side Glen Rovers, Melleray from advancing further. (Match report in Sport’s section).

Cappoquin: Shane McCarthy; Damien McCarthy, Colin Murray, Simon Power; Colin Landers, Pat Morrissey, Craig Dunne; Keith O’Sullivan, Damien Murphy; Kieran Power, Evan McGrth, Brian Murphy; Brian Crotty, Richie Scanlon, Frankie Keniry. Subs: James McGrath for Brian Crotty, David Cahill for Frankie Keniry.

CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, 23rd JULY Jackpot €9,800. Numbers drawn 1-2-5-25. No winner. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Billy Tobin, Main St.; Elaine/Carole McCarthy, Barrack St.; John O’Rourke, Mill St.; Richie Ormonde, Lismore and Shane Murray, Kilbree.

THREE TO ANSWER 1, What player got the first ever score in the Super 8's?

2, When was the last time Offaly were Leinster senior football champions?

3, What club does Mayo's Aidan O’Shea play for?

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Passage in 2013 are the most recent club to win the News and Star cup for the first time.

2, Pat Hartigan Souh Liberties was fullback for Limerick when they last lifted the Liam McCarthy Cup in 1973.

3, Offaly won six Leinster Senior hurling titles in the decade of the 1980's.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg

Naomh Chartaigh Captain receiving the trophy from Pat Ryan.

Dungarvan CUL CAMP The club grounds are a hive of activity this week with a full house for the annual Cul Camp. A great time is being had by all the participants in one of the biggest camps to be held at the club.

JIM POWER TOURNAMENT The second at final day of the Jim Power under 14 inter County football tournament is being held in the club grounds this Saturday, July 28th from 11 am to 2 pm. Come along and see some of the football stars of the future in action.

UNDER 10 TOURNAMENT The club is staging a sixteen team under 10 football tournament on Saturday, August 18th. This should be a great day in the field and if any club members are free please get involved and help out.

MINOR HURLING Dungarvan 4-17; Cappoquin 2-14.

Our minor hurlers scored their second win from two outings in the minor hurling championship when they defeated Cappoquin away on Wednesday July 18th on the best conditioned pitch that we have seen during the recent drought.

Having trailed early on by 0-4 to 0-1 and in the 20th minute by 0-7 to 0-4, full forward Johnny Burke’s first goal of three brought us right into the game. A point by the same player gave us a lead that we never subsequently relinquished.

With Tristan Loftus, Conor Sheehan and Joe Duggan winning lots of possession from good puckouts by goalie Seanie McGrath, we finished the half well with further scores by David Flynn and Conor Sheehan while Johnny Burke’s second goal on the call of half time gave us a welcome 2-8 to 0-9 advantage.

Unfortunately, our accuracy in front of the posts was wayward on too many occasions in both halves and on another day we could have paid the ultimate price. As it was, we also scored some brilliant second half scores including Conor Coward’s three from play from a distance and one each by Jordan Shaw and Wayne O’Donnell.

WEST IHC ’SHIP - QRT FINAL FIXTURE Friday, 17th August 2018: Ceapach Choinn v Modeligo at 8.30 pm in The Fraher Field. Ref. Timmy Organ.

WATERFORD IN ALL IRELAND SENIOR CAMOGIE QUARTER-FINAL Congratulations to the Waterford Senior Camogie team and especially Lorraine, Aisling, Jenny and their manager Duck and his backroom team on their impressive victory against Clare last Sunday. Waterford have now qualified for the senior All Ireland quarter finals, a historic first for the county. We are all very proud in Cappoquin of the local representatives in the squad, well done one and all.

SYMPATHY The Cappoquin/Affane GAA club would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the Coughlan family, Parks Road, Lismore on the passing of Donie after a short illness. Donie was a great GAA man and trained our senior hurlers team back in the 1980’s. Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam.

COUNTY MINOR HURLING C’SHIP Cappoquin 3-14; Dungarvan 4-17.

An extremely young Cappoquin minor side with only one player on the age and four U-15’s in the staring line-up took on a good Dungarvan side last Wednesday evening. In what turned out to be a good entertaining and competitive game the Dungarvan side were good value for their win against a Cornerstone side who battled bravely throughout and contested every ball.

All in our club would like to wish our minor star Jordan Kearney who sustained an injury in an accident on Tuesday evening a speedy recovery and we hope to see him back in action soon.

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Good work on the end line by Johnny Burke supplied David Flynn for a well taken goal while our effective full forward Johnny brought his game tally to 3-3 with his final goal five minutes from time Scorers: Johnny Burke 3-3 (1f), David Flynn 1-1, Tristan Loftus 0-4 (2f), Conor Coward 0-3, Conor Sheehan and Joe Duggan 0-2 each, Jordan Shaw and Wayne O’Donnell 0-1 each.

Team: Seanie McGrath, Oisin Morrissey, Wayne O’Donnell, Jonathon Houlihan; Cameron Maguire, Dion Keoghan, Brendan Collins; Joe Duggan, Tristan Loftus; Conor Coward, Conor Sheehan, Toby Taylor; David Flynn,Johnny Burke, Jordan Shaw. Subs: Lorcan Mc Govern, Sam Dalton, Patrick Walsh, Alex Shanahan.

SENIOR FOOTBALL Our senior footballers return to the Fraher Field this Friday evening, July 27th at 7.45 pm for a qualifying game for this year’s championship quarter final.

UNDER 16 HURLING We played DLS in the under 16 hurling championship at home last Monday evening and after a slow start we came back in great style to win out by 3-11 to 2-12.

UNDER 14 HURLING Passage will be visitors to the club this Monday, July 30th for a championship under 14 hurling game at 7 pm.

UNDER 21 HURLING We will play St. Carthages in the Western under 21 A hurling championship in the Fraher Field on Friday, August 3rd at 8.15 pm.

SENIOR HURLING Lismore are our opponents in a qualifying round fior the County SHC at the Fraher Field on Sunday, August 10th at 7 pm.

LOTTO This week’s Lotto jackpot will be a staggering €10,300.

Lotto tickets available from Paddy Foley’s Bar, Hallahan’s Chemist, Conor Lannon’s, John Walsh Spar, Quealy’s Bar. Tickets for draw can also be purchased online.

Many thanks to all our promotors and supporters of our weekly lotto.

SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP KNOCKOUT Clashmore/Kinsalebeg V Dungarvan will be played in Fraher Field on Friday next, July 27th, at 8.15 p.m.

FUNDRAISING BBQ A Juvenile BBQ will be held in The Rising Sun on Sunday week, August 5th, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale at €5 or pay as you enter.

CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA CLUB Successful Cúl Camp: The club held its annual GAA Cúl Camp last week and what a super week it proved to be. We had 125 children enjoying brilliant weather and playing lots of fun games with their friends. Some of the Cúl Camp Ambassadors for 2018 visited on Thursday when we had county hurlers Noel Connors and Jamie Barron along for a chat with the boys and girls. The two lads answered all questions put to them and were very generous with their time.

On the final day of camp there was the annual water fight as well as goodie bags for all who were in attendance. Thank you to all our coaches for the week for their great work with the kids - Pádraig, Brian, Séamus, Bearach, Orla, Fiona, Sean, Feargal, Megan, Chris and Aaron.

A special thank you to Katie Fleming who does an amazing job as coordinator and had everyone looking well in their kit for the week. Thanks also to Siobhán Daly and those who helped put the goodie bags for the kids together and thanks to Rosemary for her excellent photos from the week.

Club Nursery Starts on Saturday August 11th! Our club nursery for 5, 6, 7 and 8 year old boys and girls is back for 2018! It an starts on Saturday August 11th at 10am in the GAA Field. It will run for six weeks and we plan to do three weeks of hurling and three weeks of football. The first Saturday morning

will be a HURLING morning and the place will be buzzing with kids and parents alike. Every second week we will alternate between hurling and football.

The Nursery has been really popular the last few years and we are hoping for big numbers again this year. It's a great opportunity for your child to make new friends, improve their coordination and balance and learn about our national games.

It is also a great opportunity for parents and friends to meet up and have a chat, a cup of tea and a snack on us.

ALL children from 5-8 years are welcome to attend, it is completely FREE if you are a registered member with the GAA Club. Children wishing to become club members can register on the first morning. A limited supply of hurleys and helmets will be available at the Nursery but we do urge parents to purchase a hurley and helmet for your child from the Club, it is the one of the greatest gifts you can give!

We are appealing for coaches existing and new to help with the Nursery in order to keep it as well ran and successful as it has been. We've had a great response so far and a few more volunteers would be magic. Anyone who wants to help out any morning can contact Nursery coordinator Barry Dunne on 0876953648 to confirm availability.

Pat Moore Workshop A Huge Success Thank you to Pat Moore who visited us last Wednesday night as part of a Club Visit programme organised by Waterford GAA Coaching and Games Development. Pat worked with 17 of our coaches to teach them the finer points of the skills of hurling and football and how to pass this knowledge of skills on to our younger players. It was a superb workshop and we are hoping to get Pat to visit again soon. The response from the coaches in the club was great and bodes well for the future.

Shamrocks Ladies LEAGUE The Junior team hosted St. Olivers last Tuesday evening in Knockanore in the fourth round of the Junior League. We made a great start to the game and opened the scoring with a brilliant Sarah Mulcahy point which was followed by points from Aobhla Motherway and Catherine Hynes before St. Olivers opened their scoring with a point ten minutes into the half. Both sides then exchanged points before a superb save from goalkeeper Elana Grey ensured we went in at half-time leading on a scoreline of Shamrocks 0-05; St. Olivers 0-03.

On the resumption we stretched our lead with points from Catherine Hynes, Elle Mason and Rebecca McSweeney before St. Olivers hit a purple patch and reduced our lead to just a point. However, this young Shamrocks side finished strongly and in the end ran out deserving winners on scoreline of Shamrocks 0-12; St. Olivers 0-07. We host Ballysaggart this Thursday evening in Knockanore in our final group game in the league.

U-15 CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-15s began their Championship last Monday evening with a very good performance versus Mount Sion and ran out convincing winners. Our next game is away to Ballysaggart on Saturday, August 4th.

U-13 CHAMPIONSHIP It’s a busy few weeks for our U-13s who play St. Annes this Wednesday evening in their first game of the U-13 Championship before travelling to Ballyduff on Friday evening.

We then host Gaultier next Wednesday before playing St. Pats in Bohadoon on the following Friday evening.

U-8/U-10S Our U-8s and U-10s played a blitz in Modeligo on the evening of July 16th where they played Na Deise, Old Parish, Ballyduff and Comeragh Rangers. The girls on both teams put in some very good performances and had a really enjoyable evening.

U-14 CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-14s have been drawn to play Abbeyside in the semifinals of the U-14 Championship which is due to be played at the end of August. St. Olivers and Old Parish meet in the other semi-final.

MOTHERS & OTHERS The Mothers and Others team participated in the Munster Mothers and Others Blitz which was played among twenty teams in Mallow last Saturday. The Shamrocks team acquitted themselves very well, winning all their games in impressive style!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

Club Greenway run Saturday, 28th July - Final details THE bus will leave the Pond in Abbeyside at 9.00 am. Parking is available at the Pond and beside Abbeyside School and church.

Please park only in designated spaces and not in resident’s parking spots. If you can please leave the car at home and run to the Pond. The bus will be leaving at 9 am sharp so please allow plenty time to get there.

The first drop will be at McGrath’s Cross which gives you a 24km run to WIT in Carriganore.

For those tackling the shorter distance (19km) they will be dropped

at the workhouse in Kilmacthomas.

Gear bags can be left on the bus for collection at WIT. There will be no numbers, chip timing, water stations, gels or prizes it’s purely a self supported training run.

Whatever you need on the run please bring it with you and more importantly leave no trace behind you. Emergency contact on the day is Irene on (086) 8242348.

After the run we will go for coffee and fresh scones in WIT where shower facilities are also available.

The cost is €10 which can be paid on the morning of the run. The bus

will leave WIT at 12.30 to be back in town around lunchtime. There will be an informal meet up for drinks in Minnies on Saturday night.

When you are running on the Greenway please run on the left and pass out on the right. It is very busy on Saturday mornings and is shared space so please be mindful of that and run no more than two abreast.

It promises to be a very enjoyable day’s running on a fast, flat and scenic course, what more could you want.

Aoife Lattimore who jumped 3m 43 for 2nd place in the Munster B Long Jump Championships.

Eoin Buenaventura who won his first All ireland title in the under 16 Pole vault.

Sarah Gaffney who finished 2nd in the 600m under 11 at the Munster B Championships.

Mattie Kupczyk 2nd and Ben Qualter 1st in the boys under 12 80m at the Munster B Championships.

Cian Qualter who finished 3rd in the under 9 300m at the Munster B Championships.

Back-to-back for Paul Brunnock as Ted O’Leary completes the single TWO of the club’s marathon gurus were in action over the weekend at the MCI organised Clonmore Harps GAA club event. On Saturday morning, Paul Brunnock

completed his first of two when he ran a time of 3.50. On Sunday morning over the same course Paul was joined by club mate Ted O'Leary and Ted ran 3.26.33 while

Piltown 4 this Friday night THE final race in this year's Outfield sports sponsored 3 Counties Challenge takes place in Piltown, Co. Kilkenny over the 10k distance this Friday, 27th July night at 7:30 pm. This is a fast, flat 10 km course and is a great circuit for a PB! Entries at Piltown GAA Centre from 6.30 pm in the Iverk Produce sponsored event. Fee is €10 with all the usual prizes on offer.

Annual Ballyduff Eilis Ni Aodha Memorial 5 mile THE annual Eilis Ni Aodha memorial 5 mile race will be held on Friday, August 10th at 7:30 pm, walkers will go at 6:45 p.m. Entry is €10, students and Juniors €5, cash prizes for first three male/females home and cash prizes for the first male/female over 40/50’s, first male/female juniors will also receive a prize and there will be many spot prizes on the night. The first male and female will also be presented with the annual Liz Hayes trophy. John O’Shea will provide entertainment on the night and there will be the usual fine array of refreshments served in the Community Centre following the race, where the prize-giving will take place.

Irish Life Health National Senior Track and Field Championships THE Irish Life Health national senior Track and Field championships will be held this coming weekend, held over two days Saturday and Sunday at Santry track. We wish our club athletes the very best of luck for the championships.

Pole Vault-Lisa Houlihan, Thomas Houlihan, Patrick Fitzgerald and Yuri Kanash.

Race Walk-Kate Veale

Irish Life Health Masters Championship THE National Masters Track and Field championships are taking place on Saturday, 18th August in Tullamore. Closing Date for entries is 10th of August. Please submit your entry details as soon as possible to Gregory Fitzgerald 087 6445789 or Jim Fleming 087 2891151.

Sympathy WEST Waterford athletic club extend sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Mary O'Neill, "Willow", Deerpark Road, Lismore, who passed to her eternal reward recently, may she rest in peace.

Running Quote MOST people never run far enough on their first wind to find out they've got a second.

Paul running his second in 24 hours crossed the line in 3.53 to complete the back-to-back. Well done to both as they keep clocking up those completed marathons.

24th ANNUAL INTERSPORT ELVERYS/ASICS SUMMER SERIS 2018

26th Annual Marine Climb on Thursday, 2nd August RACE number 10 in the 12 race 24th annual Intersport Elverys /Asics summer series 2018 will take place on Thursday, August 2nd next at 7.30 pm with the 26th Annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race.

A large turnout is expected for this race as its always a great test as to how our current form is.

Our thanks to sponsor of 26 years Christy and Helen O’Neill of the Marine Bar. The club are grateful to Christy and Helen and all the race committee at the Marine for all their work and help with the event for all those years and our wish is that we will continue with this association with the Marine for many more years to come.

Please note race entries will be take from 6.15 pm. Race entry is only €7 pre-registration and it will cost you €10 on race night. online entry link for Marine Climb. https://endurancecui.active.com/ e v e n t - r e g / s e l e c t race?e=55412452

Busy weekend for West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles IT was a busy weekend for the club last weekend as we had athletes competing in four different venues.

Our pole vaulters had a very successful day at Day 3 of the Irish Life Health All Ireland Championships.

Lucy Holmes represented the Irish Schools at the SIAB International in Scotland. Aisling O’Regan was in action in Templemore and our younger athletes competed in the Munster B Championships in Cork where they enjoyed considerable success.

CLEAN SWEEP FOR WEST WATERFORD IN UNDER 18 POLE VAULT It is most unusual in an All Ireland Championships to have three athletes from the same club on the podium for the one event but West Waterford athletes achieved this on Sunday when they captured all three medals in the under 18 pole vault. Patrick Fitzgerald took the gold with a jump of 3m90 which was a big improvement on his under 17 winning jump last year.

Sam O’Neil again finished 2nd with a vault of 3m80 which was well up on last years performance and Darragh Curran 3rd with 3m40 gave WWAC the clean sweep.

In the under 19 boys event Diarmuid Harty cleared 3m70 to take the silver medal.

In the under 16 boys Eoin Buenaventura won his first All Ireland Title with a leap of 2m80.

Well done to all the pole vaulters and their coach Bro. Lennon LUCY HOLMES MAKES HER INTERNATIONAL TRACK DEBUT On Friday, Lucy Holmes travelled with the Irish team to Scotland for the Schools International Track and Field Championships where she competed against the top under 17 athletes from England, Scotland and Wales.

Lucy went in the 800m which started at a very fast pace and the first 400m was run in 64 sec. The race was won by Scotland with the English athletes claiming the other

Medal winners in the boys under 18 Pole Vault at the All-Ireland Patrick Fitzgerald 1st, Sam O'Neil 2nd, Darragh Curran 3rd. two medals. Lucy finished 7th in 2m15 which was close to her best time and got her first taste of international track athletics.

JAMIE BOYLE MEMORIAL GAMES TEMPLEMORE Aislinn O’Regan made the journey to Templemore to compete in the Jamie Boyle Memorial games where she finished 2nd in the discus and 3rd in the shot.

SUCCESSFUL DAY AT MUNSTER B CHAMPIONSHIPS West Waterford had thirteen athletes in action in the Munster B Championships in CIT. Cian Qualter won a bronze medal in the 300m under 9 and also qualified for the sprint final where he finished 7th.

Owen Morrissey competed in the boys under 10 500m and finished in 4th place missing the bronze medal by one hundred of a second. Aoife Lattimore jumped 3m 43 to take silver in the girls under 11 long jump and later in the day also placed 2nd in the turbo javelin.

There was also silver for Sarah Gaffney in the under 11 600m in a time of 2.02

David Gaffney won the boys under 12 600m in a time of 1m 46.74 with David Nyhan 2nd in 1m 51.46.

It was also 1st and 2nd for West Waterford athletes in the 80m sprint with Ben Qualter first across the line followed by Mattie Kupczyk in 2nd. Ben also took a bronze medal in the long jump with a leap of 3m.76 Cal Tutty ran under 1m50 for the first time in finishing 4th in the boys under 13 600m. Sophie Crotty was 5th in the long jump and 6th in the Shot under 13 and Eimear O’Neill was 8th in the Shot with both girls throwing over 6m.

Sarah Nyhan finished 7th in the 800m in 2.39 and our final competitor Oisin O’Riordan was placed 2nd in the boys under 16 800m in 2m 22.

Well done to all our athletes and coaches on a very successful season.

Our athletes and coaches will now take a well deserved break but will be back in action again at the end of August for the cross country season.

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24th Annual Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series 2018 Race 9

23rd Annual Doocey’s Oriel Bar Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race

1st lady over 50 Onra Power with her prize at the 23rd Annual Dooceys Bar Ballymacarbry 5.

Michael Doocey presents overall race winner Kevin O’Leary with his prize at the 23rd Annual Dooceys Bar Ballymacarbry 5.

Tony Dwyer with his 1st prize at the 23rd Annual Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5.

Overall Ladies winner at the 23rd Annual Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5 Madeline Loughnane is presented with her prize by race sponsor Michael Doocey.

Pictured are race sponsors the Doocey family at the 23rd Annual Dooceys Bar Ballymacarbry 5, Michael and Becky along with their children Noah, Ólan and Saorla.

Brigid Coffey winner of the ladies prize over 45 at the 23rd Annual Dooceys Bar Ballymacarbry 5.

Pat Hennessey 3rd man home at the 23rd Annual Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5 with sponsor Michael Doocey.

THE 23rd annual running of the Doocey’s Bar Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race saw a good turnout of 137 finishers last Friday evening on what was a great evening for the race.

The course which was changed some year ago from the traditional road/wood course which was used for many years to an out and back track all on the road, which leaves Ballymacarbry and heads out the Nire road before turning at the 2.5 mile mark and returning the same road.

Frank Bolger was our honorary race starter last Friday evening once again a task he has done now for a good few years. Frank was one of the founders of the event 23 years ago so it's fitting that he comes along each year to give his expertise and also to get the run under way. For the past 23 years we still have our loyal sponsor on board and we sincerely thank them again this year, Tony and Michael Doocey and all of the Doocey family for their 23 years of support and sponsorship for this race.

Thanks also to Michael Doocey who was on hand to present the winners with their prizes on the night also thanks to Danny O'Rourke and all at the Community Centre for permitting the use of the fabulous facilities, entries were taken at the hall and changing and showers were also available which was really appreciated by one and all. Thanks to those who provided the sandwiches, teas etc. a big thank you. To Ann for looking after the prizes and to Ann, Liam, Ray, Sharon, Liam, Catriona and Jim for the entries and results. Thanks to Jamie and Conor who were on duty out on the course doing their usual brilliant job. Thanks to Liam O'Donnell on van duty.

All in all another great community effort saw a most enjoyable night’s racing in the beautiful Nire Valley, see you all in 2019 when we will do it all over again.

KEVIN LEARY MAKES AMENDS Weather conditions were ideal for the race last Friday evening as it was mild with little or no wind on our out and back 5 mile course, Frank Bolger got the runners on their way at 7.30 p.m. sharp from the start / finish line in Ballymacarbry.

From the gun a large group of 10 took off at a leisurely enough pace but this was short lived as after 1,000 metres completed and the runners hardly gone out of sight of the start line Kevin Leary East Cork and Raivis Zakis West Waterford broke clear as these two decided to up the ante big time.

The two clipped past the 1 mile mark in 5.10 and at this stage had 100 metres on the reminder of the early group which now consisted of eight athletes who were battling it out for that third placing even at this

early stage of the race.

Shortly after passing the mile mark Leary decided to test the West Waterford man as he piled on more pace and this was the decisive move of the race as he opened up an advantage going through mile 2 in 10.40 he was now 70 metres clear of his chaser Raivis, Kevin turned at the cone 2.5 miles and he passed through mile 3 in 16.20 all the while stretching further away from any danger behind, mile 4 was passed in 21.20 and the East Cork man crossed the finish line to claim his first Ballymacarbry victory having finished second here last year with a time of 26.29 with Raivis also well clear taking 2nd in 26.58 and that great battle for the 3rd placing was won by Pat Hennessey, West Waterford AC in 28.16. Pat a very well known wing back with Lismore is also proving to be a fine athlete as well as he is improving this year greatly with his race times plummeting.

The over 40 category was claimed by Danny Smith Ind. in 28.39, great to see Danny back in action after a short retirement from the sport, with the over 45 prize going to Benny Hahesy, Carrickon-Suir AC 31.25.

Richard O'Gorman, Clonmel AC 33.34 was the winner in the over 50 category. One of the all time greats and many times winner in the past of plenty of our club organised road races Pat Heffernan, Moyglass took the over 55 category in a time of 33.28. Brilliant to see Pat so well and health and back enjoying his running after so many years out of the sport.

Tony Dwyer West Waterford AC took the junior prize in 37.49. Well done to all.

West Waterford AC 37.49 MADELINE LOUGHNANE TAKES AN EASY VICTORY The ladies winner of this year's

race in Ballymacarby last Friday evening made the trip down from Tipperary as Madeline Loughnane was our runaway victor leading from the gun.

Madeline broke clear of the rest of the ladies field and was truthfully never in any danger of getting caught, she recorded a time of 30.52 which was over 3 minutes faster than last year's winning time.

This was Madeline's second win in this year's series having won the last race also in Ras Na Rinne two weeks previously. She has also three second placings in the series to-date so will definitely be in the shake-up for overall victory in the ladies series this year with just three races now remaining.

The runner-up for 2018 was West Waterford's Kate Veale in 31.53 which on another year would easily be fast enough to claim first place.

Kate likes to run the local races but her main focus of course would be on race walking but she finds the running races gives a break from the arduous walking training which that sport entails.

Third was Elaine Horgan from Clonmel Tri Club who recorded a time of 34.35.

The category prizes were over 35 Debra Doherty, West Waterford AC 38.25, this was one of Debra's first time winning a race prize in the series so well done to her on this achievement.

The over 40 winner was Elaine Wally, Clonmel Tri Club 35.02. The over 45 title went to Brigid Coffey, West Waterford AC in a time of 37.51 which was almost exactly the same time she ran in last year's race when she also claimed this category.

The over 50 category winner was also a West Waterford athlete Onra Power in a time of 38.51.

Well done to all our ladies individual winners.

Mens Results 1st KEVIN LEARY East Cork A.C. 26.29 2nd RAIVIS ZAKIS West Waterford AC 26.58 3rd PAT HENNESSY West Waterford AC 28.16 M40 DANNY SMITH N/A 28.39 M45 BENNY HAHESSY Carrick-on-Suir A.C. 31.25 M50 RICHARD O'GORMAN Clonmel A.C. 33.34 M55 PAT HEFFERNAN Moyglass 33.28 M JN TONY DWYER

Ladies Results 1st MADELINE LOUGHLANE Thurles Crokes 30.52 2nd KATE VEALE West Waterford AC 31.53 3rd ELAINE HORGAN Clonmel A.C. 34.35 F 35 DEBRA DOHERTY West Waterford AC 38.25 F 40 ELAINE WALLEY Clonmel Tri Club 35.02 F 45 BRIGID COFFEY West Waterford AC 37.51 F 50 ONRA POWER West Waterford AC 38.51

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GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707.

Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597 Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net THE club remains busy as the fantastic Summer weather continues.

It’s so warm lately that Olga’s hens are laying hard boiled eggs.

The course is in beautiful condition and with so much run on the fairways, scoring is hot. Possibly inspired by the British Open Frank O’Donoghue & Sean dePaor took the major honours this week winning the Monthly Medal and McCarthy Cup while Donna Hackett & Una O’Connell proved to be the belles of the ball winning the Cisora and Willow & Oak Singles respectively.

Other notable scores included Michael Troy winning the Spar Thursday Singles. The Monday Senior Citizens Open remains very popular and continues to be fantastic value for visitors so feel free to bring a friend.

Our YoungOnes headed for Waterford Castle during the week and enjoyed a most wonderful day out. Plenty of social golf was also played as our Fun Friday Foursomes continues. We had a great crowd out for the Friday evening Scramble and our Girls Into Golf Tuesday Scrambles continue till September.

Well done to all our volunteers and organisers who are actively encouraging new members and helping to integrate them into our club. You are playing a very important role in the development of our club so give yourselves a pat on the back.

The next few weeks at the club promise to be busy with a variety of competitions for members and guests alike. Two important competitions are the Club Classic and the Anniversary Scramble. The Club Classic is a vital fundraiser for the club and we urge members to support the classic and bring three

friends down to play.

The event is kindly sponsored by two members with prizes to the value of €5,000. This event is followed by our Anniversary Scramble taking place on Monday 6th August. This promises to be a most entertaining evening with golf, BBQ, a Jazz band and much more.

Book your time early to avoid disappointment.

In other news, congratulations to a popular and frequent visitor Mike Hanrahan who achieved the perfect shot last Monday on the 16th.

Holes-in-one are like buses. We don’t see one for ages and the three turn up together. Mine’s a large brandy with a small ginger Mike, thanks.

Our Belvedere Cup team are in action at Waterford Golf Club next Tuesday for the second leg. Under Manager Liam Carroll, our team have a two point lead after the home game and we wish them the very best of luck for the return leg.

On a sad note we extend our sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of Eddie Ryan from Youghal. Eddie was a frequent visitor to Dungarvan, often playing in the Monday Seniors with the Cork contingent. A larger than life character, he will be deeply missed by his friends and the staff at Dungarvan Golf Club. Ar dheis De go raibh sé.

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB 25 YEAR OPEN CLASSIC MONDAY, JULY 30th SUNDAY, AUG. 5th This special Classic marking 25 years in Knocknagranagh is our main fundraiser this year for our club. It is very kindly sponsored by two of our club members - Ger D'Arcy and Billy Queally.

There are prizes to the value of €5,000.

Good luck to Dungarvan Golf Club members Jake O'Riordan and Daniel Raher who play on the Munster Boys team in this week's Interprovincials taking place in Co. Cavan.

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Open Gents Singles Stroke Festival Trophy sponsored

by Waterford Crystal. Sean Power, accepting trophy on behalf of winner Niall Walsh. Also included are runners-up. Jim Walsh, Waterford Crystal Sponsor; Seán O Ciarba, Captain; Colette Power, Lady Captain and John Moran, President.

[Pat Crowley]

These include - Best Overall Ladies - Gents - Mixed.

We will also have a best daily prize. Starting date is only a few days away so get thinking of putting your team together. €100 per team of 4 Re -Entry €15 per person Each player must hold a GUI / ILGU handicap Play any day - Monday to Sunday 2 scores to count on every hole.

Visitors are very welcome.

BOOK ONLINE - www.dungarvangolfclub. com Call office 058-43310 KNOCKNAGRANAGH 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY SCRAMBLE BBQ, JAZZ AND ENTERTAINMENT Dungarvan Golf Club Celebrates 25 years since it opened the 18 holes at Knocknagranagh. We are indebted to all those who worked so hard over the years to develop this excellent facility. We will mark the occasion with a Scramble, BBQ and Social night on Bank Holiday Monday, 6th August. Put the date in your diary now. Further details on ticket sales will be announced shortly.

GENTS RESULTS Mon. 16th Open Seniors: 1 L. Edwards (Fermoy) (21) 41, 2 D. O’Brien (17) 41, 3 D. Power (25) 41, 4 O. Carroll (26) 41, 5 N. Hackett (9) 41.

Wed. 18th Sth Munster Seniors: CAT A 1 M. Lynch (12) 38, 2 Ml Kelly (10) 37, 3 S. O’Neill (14) 35.

CAT B. Ml Desmond Cobh (19) 44, 2 J. Barry L. Valley (17) 42, 3 J. F. O’Keeffe (Mallow) 16 41, CAT C T. Roe, Mitchelstown (23) 42, 2 R Gumbleton, Bandon (224) 42, 3 P. O’Keeffe (L. Valley) (30) 40. Open Gents Singles 19th SPAR: 1 Ml. Troy (4) 44, 2 L. Walsh (24) 43, 3 L. Fitzgerald (9) 42, 4 D. Buckley (6) 41, 5 W. Cullinane (24) 41.

Monthly Medal David Hayes Golf Professional: 1 F. O’Donoghue (9) 66, 2 P. Power (20) 67, 3 G. Nagle (4) 67, 4 T. Considine (11) 67, 5 K. Regan (14) 69. CSS 71.

M. McCarthy Cup 18H Stroke 22nd 1. S. de Paor (29) 68, 2 R. Mulligan (16) 69, Gross P. Mullanney (1) 70, 3 B Kiely (21) 69, 4 J. Kiely (13) 69.

LADIES RESULTS 9H Qualifying 1 J. Mansfield (30) 16. Tues. 17th Willow and Oak Singles: 1 U. O’Connell (32) 66, 2 M Matthews (30) 67, Gross B. McCarthy (6) 78, 3 C. O’Brien (14) 67, 4 B. Cummins (35) 67.

21st July Cisora Hairdressing: 1 D. Hackett (35) 42, 2 T. Baumann (20) 41, 3 C. Power (31) 40pts.

CSS 71.

FIXTURES Thurs. 26th July 2018 – Thursday SPAR Open Gents 18H Singles S/F - Visitors €15.

Fri., 27th July, 2018 – Open Ladies 18H S/F (Sam McCauley), Fun Friday Foursomes.

Sat., 28th July, 2018 – Gents Peter Cusack Mem Trophy S/F (Classic Gents), Open Lds S/F (S. McCauley).

Sun., 29th July, 2018 – Gents VPAR + Open Ladies Current & Past Captains/Pres 2 Pers.

Rumble.

Mon., 30st July, 2018 – Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) 18H S/F- DUNGARVAN GOLF CLASSIC. Tues., 31st July, 2018 – Ladies 18 hole stroke (Cliff House) G.O.Y - DUNGARVAN GOLF CLASSIC. FUN FRIDAY FOURSOMES This social golf on Friday mornings is proving very popular, with numbers increasing each week.

We love to see new members participating as it is a great way to get to know our other club members, and for beginners it helps them to learn the rules of golf through play.

Results Fri., July 20th: First: Anne Hennebry and Sean de Paor; Second: Grace Gannon and John Moran; Third: Kathleen McNamara and Liam Carroll.

So if you would like to join us for social golf , a chat and a cup of coffee, be in the clubhouse at 9.30 am next Friday, July 27, for draw at 9.45 am, ready to play at 10 am.

LOTTO Our One-a-Week Lotto promotion is a great success. A large number of members have taken the initiative to sell one weekly ticket to a friend or family member.

Many thanks! Feel free to take Lotto envelopes from the clubhouse if you wish to participate..

Our Lotto draw was held in the clubhouse on Sunday, 22nd July.

The numbers drawn were 9, 11, 21 and 28. There was no winner of the Jackpot which increases to €3,600 next week! There were three winners of our Match 3s - Michael.

O’Mahony, John Hickey and Bob Frizelle. The draws are held each Sunday at about 5 pm – come along and have a coffee and chat.

YOUNGONES Outing to Waterford Castle 18th July. Winners M. Morrissey (17) F. Millerick (27) B Cummins (33) 61, 2 C. Power (26) K. McNamara (27) F. Horsom (36) 59, 3 M. Fahey (22) C. Power (31) F. Wall (36) 57. 4 M. Ryan (23) M. Mulcahy (32) C. O’Mahony (36) 54pts. 36 ladies played on a beautiful day for golf in sunny Water Rock. The outing was enjoyed by all.

SIXTY.COM Our 60.com weekly competition is back this Wednesday (25th July).

Draw for partners is at 1:45 p.m. with tee-off at 2:00 p.m.

PROSHOP NEWS You can follow David’s special offers as well as the new releases on David’s website at www.davidhayesgolf.com or simply drop in for a browse.

JUNIOR NEWS Our information night last Friday proved to be a tremendous success with a great turnout of junior golfers and parents. Junior Liason Officer Marcella McGovern outlined our Junior Safeguarding and Child Welfare policies that are in line with Government statute. As always, Dungarvan Golf Club remains a truly Junior friendly golf club which actively encourages junior golf and we remain to the forefront in Irish golf. In line with statute our junior members are reminded to return their signed consent forms to the office.

This week we have two competitions for our junior members and Pre-juniors. On Monday,23rd July we host the All Rounder Trophy kindly sponsored by Mr. Pearse Moloney. The John Casey Shield takes place on Friday and this event is kindly sponsored by Jane Casey Florist. Timesheets are now open on the club website and we remind members that all junior events are open so bring a friend.

Tuition for our beginners and Pre-juniors continues next Saturday at 3 pm under the watchful eye of our club professional David Hayes. We had a great turnout last Saturday and we thank Niamh for her invaluable assistance.

Any enquiries relating to our junior activities can be directed to David Hayes PGA. David can be contacted at 058-44707, email at golfpro@eircom.net or call to the club.

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight. Open Gents Singles S/F kindly sponsored by Allrounder. Front Row L-R: Seán O Ciarba, Captain; Pearse Moloney, Allrounder, sponsor; Kevin Cusack, winner. Back Row L-R: John Moran, President; Walter Cullinane, 3rd; Jake O’Riordan, 4th; Colette Power, Lady Captain.

[Pat Crowley]

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WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com

www.westwaterfordgolf.com OPEN WEEK RESULTS Friday, 20th July 13 Hole 3 Person Scramble sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan 1st. Jordan Shanahan (3), Morrie Ferncombe (6), Shane Roche (10) – 375⁄12; 2nd.

Niall Walsh (8), Declan Walsh (9), Jack Elstead (20) 381⁄12 Dungarvan; 3rd. Philip Spratt (1), Austin Spratt (8), Sean Spratt (14) 391⁄12.

Saturday, 21st July Fourball with a Difference sponsored by McGuirks Golf: 1st John C. Byrne (17) & Eddie Glavin (19) 45 pts; 2nd Kieran Mulligan (21) & Una Mulligan (30) 44 pts. 3rd Stephen Maher (6) & Al Lysaght (20) 43 pts Blarney.

Sunday, 22nd July 18 Hole Stableford sponsored by David Hayes Golf: 1st. Brian Nolan (15) 41 pts, 2nd. Cathal Noonan (8) 40 pts b9, Birr. Gross: Daniel Burke (6) 32 pts 3rd. Colin Houlihan (11) 40 pts. CSS: 37. Ladies 9 hole winner is Louise Moloney (37) 26 pts Dungarvan.

PRESENTATION OF PRIZES FOR OPEN WEEK Our first presentation was on Tuesday, 24th July at 9 p.m. There will be another presentation on Sunday, 29th July at 9 p.m. In gratitude to our sponsors we would ask all prizewinners to attend.

ARDMORE SOCIETY RESULTS 1st. Kieran O’Brien (13) 40 pts b9, Frank North (15) 40 pts, 3rd.

Jack French (16) 36 pts.

Next Outing: President’s Prize at Castlemartyr on 22nd August.

JIMMY BRUEN SHIELD MUNSTER SEMI-FINAL Manager Stephen Spillane will consider himself unlucky when his team lost by just one hole to the eventual winners Kinsale at Tipperary Golf Club on Sunday, 22nd July.

In the opening match, Morrie Ferncombe and Shane Roche recorded an impressive 6 & 5 victory. Micheal Gee and Andy Hickey followed up to win their match 4 & 3. Colm O’Callaghan and Richard Ronayne were beaten 3 & 2, and Ken Fenton and Des Cleary were also beaten 3 & 2. It was now down to the deciding match and John O’Mahoney & Richard Hyde rallied from 3 down to win 17 and 18 taking the match to the final hole and a possible play-off.

Unfortunately, the hole was halved in par and so ended a fantastic Bruen Shield adventure from our boys.

Manager Stephen Spillane wishes to express his sincere thanks to the entire panel for their dedication and co-operation throughout the campaign.

On behalf of the club we say thank you and well done to Stephen and his panel for doing the club proud in 2018.

OPEN WEEK AT WEST WATERFORD GOLF CLUB July 20th to 29th. 2018 Wed., 25th July Open Gents 18 Hole Singles Stableford.

ARACHAS INSURANCE. Thurs., 26th July Ladies day Open 3 Person Rumble. Gents 9 hole from 6 p.m. MURRAY’S PHARMACY. Fri., 27th July Open Gents 18 Hole Stroke. Ladies Open 9 hole from 6 p.m. DEISE GOLF WORLD. Sat., 28th July Open gent 18 ole Fourball. MEAN BEAN COFFEE CO. Sun., 29th July 2 Person Scramble Ladies/Gents or Mixed.

GRANT THORNTON. August Bank Holiday Weekend COOLCORMACK RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION. Friday 3rd/Sat., 4th Aug Open 3 Person Waltz. Ladies/Gents/ or Mixed.

Sunday, 5th August Open 9 Hole PAR 3 Competition Ladies/Gents / or Mixed.

BELVEDERE TROPHY 2018 Victories for Ollie Broderick & Noel Murray 4 & 3, and Justin Spratt & Pat Curran 2 & 1 clinched a 6-4 result for West Waterford in the second leg at Waterford Castle on Monday, 16th July.

We now progress to a semi-final clash with Williamstown. We will have home advantage in the first leg and manager Edward Hickey will be planning for a clean sweep over last year’s beaten finalists.

CLUB MATCHPLAY EVENTS Due to a crowded fixture list and holiday commitments we have fallen behind in round 2 of the Club Singles and Club Fourball.

Outstanding matches should be completed as soon as possible.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT WEST WATERFORD With everyone out to get the most from the Summer sunshine, many golfers may find 18 holes of golf a bit much at the moment. You are reminded that we have a variety of 9 hole and 13 hole events throughout our open week, and after that we also have weekly short game events. Why not come along, play a few holes and relax under the umbrellas on the balcony with a snack and a cold drink. You are always welcome at West Waterford.

WEST WATERFORD LADIES Fixtures: Open Week begins on Friday 20th & continues until Sunday, 29th July with many interesting features especially on Thursday 26th – Ladies Day – kindly sponsored by Murray’s CarePlus Pharmacy. Competitions to suit everyone. This is a great opportunity to invite your friends to play in West Waterford.

The July 9 Hole 2 best cards to count and is kindly sponsored by Joan Sheehan.

Sunday, 29th July – 18 Hole S/f sponsored by Glanbia.

Thursday, 2nd August – Mná Eile Open Qualifier – still two more chances with August & September left to qualify for the Mná Eile Final in September.

Junior Foursomes & President’s Prize to the Ladies: As our Junior Foursome Ladies will be taking part in the Munster Quarter Finals in Thurles on Sunday 12th August (Date for your Diary), the President, Mr. Pat Murphy’s Prize to the Ladies has been re-scheduled to Monday, 6th August (Bank Holiday). Again, please note this in your golf diary.

Presentation of Prizes: Maria Moloney Boutique, Helen’s Lingerie, The Shamrock Restaurant, A Step Above and all other outstanding prizes will be presented on Thursday, 26th July at 9.00 p.m.

Results: Thursday 19th – 18 Hole S/F kindly sponsored by A Step Above 1st – Marian Hilliard (28) – 37 pts; 2nd – Mary Donnelly (20) – 36 pts.

Dalton’s Jeweller’s Matchplay: Matchplay round continues.

Golf Outing: Monies owed on the bus trip to New Ross.

Get Into Golf: It’s great to see our Get into Golf ladies taking to the fairways on the Thursday evening scrambles and wonderful to see them organising their own practices. See you all on Thursday evening at 6.45 p.m. as usual.

Eileen Murphy Qualifiers: The qualifying round of the Eileen Murphy with the winners going to Cork Golf Club in September is continuing until the end of July.

Gold Coast Golf Club Shaws Open Day. Front Row: Mary Kiely, Joan O'Dea and Mary Fenton 3rd. Back Row: Noirin Darcy accepting prize for Liz Ivory's team 1st, Bernie Morrissey, Lady Captain, Kathleen Broderick 2nd.

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Helen's Lingerie.

Front L-R: Miriam Matthews, winner; Helen Barron, sponsor; Irene Lynch, 3rd. Back Row L-R: Colette Power, Lady Captain; Ann Stack, accepting 4th Prize for June Hayes and Maria Kiersey, Vice-Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight 18 Hole Gents Rumble Open kindly sponsored

by Ryan Motor Power Clonmel, Main Skoda Delears. Front Row L-R: T. C. Curran and Maurice Cliffe, 2nd; Pat Power, winner; Dennis O’Brien, accepting prize for Walter Cullinane, winner. Back Row L-R: Seán O Ciarba, Captain; John Moran, President; Colette Power, Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Maria Moloney's Boutique. Front Row L-R: Mary Fleming, winner; Margaret O’Sullivan, sponsor.

Creina O’Sullivan, winner; Colette Power, Lady Captain. Back Row L-R: Ann Stack, 3rd; Brenda Cummins, accepting 4th prize on behalf of Fidelma Fitzgerald; Mary O’Donoghue, 4th; Maria Kiersey, Vice Lady Captain.

[Pat Crowley]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 27 July, 2018

LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net

www.lismoregolf.org RESULTS Fri., 20th, Sat., 21st, Sun., 22nd July, President’s Prize 2018 hosted

by President Sheila Denn: 1st John McGrath (10) 127; 2nd Paudie Prendergast (12) 128 B9. Gross Colm Burke (8) 152. 3rd Ned Heffernan (18) 128. 4th Mike Keane (16) 130 B9. 5th Alf Bardon (17) 130.

Past President James Bennett (14) 135. Cat 1 Eamon O’Shea (12) 131. Cat 2 Jerry Cunningham (18) 131. Cat 3 Billy Neville (24) 133.

Tues Bacon Result: 1st Dermot O’Leary, Donal O’Leary, Nicholas Walsh 45 pts; 2nd Martin Rafferty, Michael McBride, Sean Daly 44 pts Seniors Thursday Result: 1st Marty McNamara, Dennis Galvin, Philip Walton 23.5 pts.

FIXTURES Sat/Sun 28th/ 29th July. 18hls Singles S/ford.

Tues Bacon at 6.30.

Thursday Seniors at 10.30 a.m.

Friday night mixed resumes after a two-week break. Try to be here before 6.30 so we can get the competition started on time.

STORY OF THE WEEK Our very popular President for 2018 Sheila Denn got all she would have wished for with her President’s Prize over the weekend.

The good weather remained for her two days of men and the one day for the women qualifying, but just as important was she got the members playing so numbers were well up. The forever smiling Sheila was chuffed with the way everything ran smoothly.

In her short speech before the presentation she said she was delighted with the numbers who turned up to play for her prize. She singled out competitions secretaries, Ester Hornibrook and Martin Rafferty and their helpers for the trojan work they put in to assure a smooth running of the competition. Everybody who played had nothing but praise for the condition of the course, especially the greens, and Tony Keane with the help of many volunteers was also thanked

by Sheila.

The presentation went ahead and the night ascended into a couple of

pints, wine, Gin and Tonics etc. with stories and craic a few songs.

In first place was Cappoquin man John McGrath who was our Captain in 2014. John qualified with a 63 nett on Friday to stand 3rd best for the final. His cool dude way and his golfing ability were the reasons for his success as he arrived in late in the evening with a 64. He was only 3 over on the way out helped in no small measure by 2 birdies on the 5th and 6th. So the dream continued and he was only 3 over for the back nine too.

Overall, John had 3 birdies and 9 pars, and in his acceptance speech he thanked his partners Maurice Cahillane and Peter McBarron. He did mention that both of them were well in the hunt up to the end but that Peter had one or two shots too many at the 16th and Maurice spent too much time at the beach on the 18th.

Second spot on a countback was the big hitter Paudie Prendergast. He started with a birdie and had another one on the eight to be at level par for the first nine. He continued to play wonderful golf and ended with a score of 62 at only 4 over for the day. Two birdies and ten pars were his lot for the day. We know there is a great run on the ball at the moment but the story on Paudie is that his second shot at the par 5 16th was over the back of the green and he played a difficult recovery to end up with a 6.

Steady golf from a man who is carrying a genuine injury for some time.

Gross prize went to 8 handicapper Colm Burke who turned at 3 over and even with a 7 on par 4 16th ended up with a 70. He said he spent a lot of time in behind trees and sitting in bunkers but those of us who know his playing ability know these obstacles don’t exist in his golf mind.

Third spot went to Ned Heffernan from Cappoquin with a well earned nett 65 to add to his 63 on Friday. Ned struggled a bit on the first 9 but got the hang of the situation on the way home to prove to himself that he is not a quitter. Ned had 8 pars on the card in total and he found Rothwells, ie 7th and 16th, to be his least favourite holes.

GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is:

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com GENERAL Lots of activity on the course at present with good support for weekend competitions and plenty of club match-play matches being played during the week. Good to see all four members who were incapacitated recently returning to action, with three of them playing 18 holes and one 16 holes.

Well done to all four and we are delighted to see you all returning to good health. Plenty of comments on the new club polo shirts, all very positive.

Entry is now open for the President’s Prize, which will take place over the last week in August.

Lots of good comments on the greens over the past few weeks. New colour on the kiosks. All our teams are now knocked out of the various tournaments and it is only right that we say thanks to all the members who took the time to get involved with managing the various teams.

Martin Murray, Jimmy O’Dwyer, John White, Brian O’Connor, Johnny Hughes, Ger Bagge, Bob O’Brien and Liam Clancy all put in a lot of effort on behalf of the Club and have been involved with teams for a number of years. A few of these are now stepping down and no doubt but our incoming Captain will be working on his new team for 2019.

Lismore Golf Club President’s Prize to the Men Mrs. Sheila Denn. Front Row Left to Right: Colm Burke (Gross), Paudie Prendergast (2nd), Sheila Denn (President), Jack McGrath (Winner), Ned Hefferhan (3rd). Back Row Left to Right: Nicholas Walsh (Captain), Alf Barden (5th), James Bennett (Past President), Mary Aherne (Lady Captain), Michae; Keane (4th), Jerry Cunningham (Cat 2), Billy Neville (Cat 3), Eamon O’Shea (Cat 1).

Lismore man Michael Keane went dancing on Saturday night for a bit of training and to loosen up for Sunday.

He said twas the waltzes that improved his timing and so the 65 to add to his 65 on Saturday. Michael took the 4th prize on a countback and was only 12 over on the card with steady rhythmic golf that showed 8 pars.

Alf Barden won 5th spot for the weekend with lovely steady golf that included 6 pars to end up with a 66 and a total of 130 for the weekend.

On another year 130 total would win this competition. He actually won the President’s Prize two years ago so knows how to do it. It’s great to see his foot injury has improved and has not stopped him from competing at the highest level.

Congratulations to all our winners and well done with a huge thanks to those of you who played in such high numbers.

CLUB MATCHPLAY At this stage of the proceedings we are well into the matchplay competition and in fairness most games are within the time allotted. However, a few of the pairings are a little behind

and we would urge ye to please fulfil the fixtures within this week. We know some people are on holidays etc but just be aware that when your intended game is not played you are holding everybody up behind you.

On the other hand, we have a number of pairings who are ahead of their time and are just out there improving their putting under the daily sunshine.

CLAUSE 23 REPORTING OF AWAY SCORES We are now at peak golf and many members are playing societies, classics and fourballs etc. in other courses.

Please note: All away scores must be reported to the club for these nonqualifying competitions. Sheets to report away scores are posted in the men’s locker room.

LISMORE LADIES GOLF We had the President’s Prize kindly presented by Mrs. Sheila Denn qualifying on Wednesday, 18th July and the lucky qualifiers went out on Sunday 22nd.

The weather was hot and humid and the scores were just HOT! Una

Dowd was scorching through the field with a brilliant 60 to take her as leader into the final 18 and with the Lady Captain Mary and Fiona Howard as her playing partners on the Sunday, they managed to keep her nerves under control and she brought in another fantastic score of 64 to bring her tally to 124 Nett, a full 11 shots clear of the next contender JoJo Tobin, who is making her presence felt after a lengthy absence from the course.

JoJo had 71 blows for the first 18 and equalled Una's feat of 64 in the second round, brilliant scoring considering she nearly derailed herself on the first hole with an 8 and I think Una had an 8 on the last hole! Gross was won by Fiona Howard who wasn't far off taking 2nd place herself with a superb gross score of 148, 3rd place was Past President Katherine Moynihan on 138 and a further one back in 4th place was Daphne Power, the Past President's prize was won by Mary Beecher on 147 nett with Ann Lane taking the beginners prize from Mary E. Ahearne on the last 6 with 16 pts. Congratulations to Sheila on a fantastic weekend and year so far.

This is the last of our majors for the

year and it's only July, still plenty of golf to be played so keep golfing!

Our sincere condolences to P. J. Coughlan and his family on the sad passing of his father Donie over the weekend. May he rest in peace.

Results: 18 Holes Stroke - kindly presented by Mrs. Sheila Denn: 1st: Una Dowd (35) 124 Nett; 2nd: JoJo Tobin (19) 135 Nett; Gross: Fiona Howard (6) 148; 3rd: Katherine Moynihan (19) 138 Nett; 4th Daphne Power (12) 139 Nett B18. Past President: Mary Beecher (21) 147 Nett. Beginner Ladies: 1st Ann Lane (34) 16 pts L6; 2nd: Mary E Ahearne (36) 16 pts.

Fixtures: Mon., 23rd to Sat., 28th July - Eileen Murphy Qualifier Sun., 29th July to Thurs., 2nd Aug. Open 18H 3 Ball Champagne Scramble kindly sponsored by TFC Oil. Seniors Thursdays at 10.30 a.m.

Mixed Friday nights at 6.15 p.m.

Ladies Scramble every Monday night at 6 p.m. - except 23rd July Belvedere cup is on.

All competitions are subject to change so please check the notice board regularly for any changes.

CLUB MATCH-PLAY COMPETITIONS Gold Coast Cup: Remaining matches to be played in the Gold Coast Cup: John White v Michael Whelan, Brian Dunbar v Seanie Lenihan and Andy Travers v John Queally. All matches to be completed by 31st July.

Club Mixed Foursomes: Darren Power & Patricia Doyle v Brian O'Connor & Eilo Fitzgerald Tommy Long & Elaine Goss v Michael Kavanagh & Noirin Darcy John Queally & Martina Corkery v Freddy McGuckian & Mairead Ryan Tim O'Driscoll & Helena Fitzgerald v Rafael Alvarez & Ruth Hannigan Jimmy O'Dwyer & Ger Hallinan v Nicholas Power & Bernie Morrissey Declan Kiely & Mary Kiely v Nicholas Fitzgerald & Rosie Murphy All matches to be completed by Tuesday 31st July.

Michael White Foursomes: Tommy Long & Andy Travers v Austin Kiely & Darren Power.

Ger Bagge & Tomas Wall v John White & Frank Waters.

Matches to be completed by 7th August.

Scratch Cup Match-Play: John Kiely v Kieran Cullinan, Winners v Alan Harty Larry Whelan v Darren Williams Michael Lenihan v Conan Watt

Derek Power v Seanie Lenihan Ger Bagge v Tom White Eamonn O’Donnell v David O’Connor John White v Barry Power Colin McArthur v Declan Kiely, Winners v Micheal White Completion dates for above matches will be posted in kiosk.

NEW CLUB POLO SHIRTS Our new blue tops are available at the kiosk. The new Callaway shirts will cost €35 each. Our teams looked very well in them during the past weeks and all comments on the shirts has been very positive.

FIXTURES Friday, 27th July: Open Singles.

Saturday, 28th July: Club Competition.

Sunday, 29th July: Club Competition.

Tuesday, 31st July: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+.

RESULTS Tuesday, 17th July: Open Seniors, CSS Gents 39 pts, Ladies 36 pts. 1st: Eddie Brophy (19) 43 pts. 2nd: Bobby Fitzpatrick (16) 42 pts. 1st Lady: Emily Comerford (39) 47 pts. Carrick-onSuir Friday, 13th July: Open Singles CSS 37 pts. 1st: Darren O’Droma (12) 40 pts. Gross: Micheal White (1) 34 pts.

Saturday, 14th July: Club

Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Kieran McCarthy (11) 43 pts. Gross: Ger Bagge (5) 37 pts.

Sunday, 15th July: VicePresident’s Prize, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Dave O’Connor (17) 45 pts. 2nd: Joe Meade (22) 43 pts. Gross: Micheal White (1) 36 pts. 3rd: John Kiely (7) 41 pts.

LADIES NOTES Open Days: Monday, 20th August sponsored by Dawn Meats.

Annual Outing: Mount Juliet is the venue for our Ladies Outing this year and it has been fixed for Sunday 23rd Sept. If you are interested in travelling, then please place your name on the sheet provided in the kiosk.

Fixtures: 10 hole ongoing.

18 hole ongoing.

2 card 18h ongoing comp sponsored by Murray’s pharmacy.

21/22 July Helvick Seafood (GOY) sponsored 18h comp.

28/29 July: Comeragh Oil. 4th/5th Aug: The Wine Buff.

Club Foursomes: The draw has taken place as follows: Marie Hayes & Martina Corkery v Joan O’Dea & Ger Hallinan, winners v Mairead Ryan & Mary Kiely.

Bernie Morrissey & Angela O’Connor v Alice Collins & Ruth Hannigan, winners v Esther McGuckian & Eilo Fitzgerald.

Sheila Norris Match-Play: Preliminary Round: Bernie Morrissey v Martina Corkery 1st Round Matches: Winners of Preliminary round v Mary Kiely Eilo Fitzgerald v Angela O’Connor Anne McGrath v Mairead Ryan Mary O’Callaghan v Ruth Hannigan.

Results: Sun., 15th July comp: Ruth Hannigan 40 pts. Breda Conway 40 pts (after countback) David Hayes 18 Hole Stableford: 1st Serena Roche (36) 45 pts; 2nd Lorraine Troy (19) 44 pts; 3rd Mairead Ryan (31) 39 pts.

Golf lessons with Ian continue on Monday, 23rd July.

Get into golf: The scrambles continue at (6.50 for) 7 p.m., for those ladies who have taken up the exceptional membership offer. Lady members who participate in the roster please continue to turn up as rostered.

Membership Offers: If you would like to sample same, please contact Bob or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.

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Group picture of the Dungarvan United FC Summer Camp at Kilrush Park recently.

Dungarvan United FC NEW SEASON 2018/19 Our Junior Teams are getting back to pre-season training this week and we look forward to a new season.

Schoolboy season will commence weekend of 1st September all players from last season will be contacted in the coming week or so.

We have schoolboy teams from U-11 to U-16, all new players are welcome. Contact 087 055 7939 for further information.

The club grounds are looking great and the work put into the pitch over the break has us one of the lucky clubs to have a green pitch to start the season.

Thanks to Pat Roche, David McGovern John Havens and Tibor for the work put into the revamp of the dugouts that are looking great!

Pre season is underway now for our junior teams. Schoolboys are gearing up to get started.

Junior Teams: Premier, 1B, 3rd Div., Over 35., Youths.

Schoolboy Teams: U-11 x 2, U12 x 2, U-13 x 2, U-14, U-15 x 2, U-16.

LADIES SOCCER SEASON IS NOW WELL UNDERWAY Our academy will return on August 11th. We have exciting plans in the pipeline for blitzes, U-6’s and girls.

All new players are welcome, for any queries please contact: David Walsh 087 689 6983, Tommy Butler 083 448 4177, Vicky O’Donnell 087 055 7939.

GET INVOLVED! As a club active in the community for more that 50 years a lot of work goes into running a club of our size. We are always on the lookout for help from helping with teams, academy, groundwork etc.

Get involved and help make a different contact 087 055 7939 GOOD LUCK FAI INTERMEDIATE SHIELD QUARTER-FINAL Sunday, 29th July at Kilrush Park 2 p.m.

All in the club wish our super ladies team the very best of luck when they take on Castlebar Town at home next Sunday.

We come into this quarter final on fine form winning our first five

Summer camp skills test winner Callum Whelan league fixtures, sitting in second place in the league behind Benfica with two games in hand a superb start to what looks like another great season for us.

Come out and support the team

Summer camp skills test winner James Ferncombe

Summer camp skills test winner Dara Sullivan

Summer camp skills test winner Sam Blake

on Sunday!

CONGRATULATIONS All in the club wish the very best for the future to the new Mr. and Mrs. Donnelly, club player Nicky and his new wife Brenda.

Congratulations.

SUMMER CAMP We held our Summer Camp last week and what a week of fun in the sun was had by all!

Thanks to all the kids who came

and their parents for supporting the camp. Of course to our coaches Craig, Andrew, Dawn, Kaiesha and thanks to Ebony for all her help through the week. It’s almost time for our academy to restart on 11th August and we look forward to seeing you all back to training!

LOTTO LOTTO LOTTO THIS WEEK OUR JACKPOT IS €6,000! Thanks to all who support our club Lotto. Numbers: 20, 14,

31. €50 John O’Donnell. €25 - Judy Connors and Pa Power, €6k next week.

THANK YOU On behalf of the club we would like to thank Duggo and Trevor Moore and the lads who used our clubhouse for a gathering on Saturday night last.

Music by Adrian Kelly and the craic was mighty. Hope to see you again soon!

Brideview United FC SCHOOLBOY/GIRL NOTES FEEDING THE SUMMER CAMP It’s not an easy job feeding seventy boys and girls but Centra led

by Timmy Keniry with plenty of help from Sarah and Teresa did just that on Thursday last.

Our thanks to the Keniry family and Centra for their hospitality.

The camp itself was a great success and was enjoyed by boys and girls alike. The weather helped as it was not too hot but the suncream was used. The camp is run to help the club raise funds.

All funds raised will be used for field development as a second pitch is very badly needed. To do this the cost is in around €6,000.

GOING FORWARD The club hopes to have some players involved in development squads. The squads this season are U-15, U-14, U-13, U-12 and U-11. Hopefully, we will have players on all squads.

SPEEDY RECOVERY To Alan Curley who is out of hospital and being well looked after by his father who is on holidays.

ACADEMY DAY This takes place in Conna on

Saturday morning next. The games begin at 10.30 a.m. First into action will be U-7 and U-9 followed by U-10 and U-11. Players will be notified regarding times.

WWEC SCHOOLBOY LEAGUE - BIG CROWD ATTEND AGM The Schoolboy League AGM was well attended with just one club missing due to holidays.

The agenda was a big one and not everyone was happy with where the league was at and where the league was going forward.

THE CHAIRMAN’S ADDRESS The Chairman, Brian Donnelly welcomed everyone to the meeting. It’s been a trying season stated Donnelly. We started in mid September with problems as we had a serious shortage of referees.

That was sorted when some new boys did a referees course.

Then we were hit by the weather with games being called off for weeks at a time.

Without doubt this was the longest season since the league was formed twenty two years ago.

As you all know we finished just two weeks ago. It is fair to say that

everyone committee and clubs were glad to see the season end.

We congratulate all the clubs that won their league and indeed all the clubs for taking part.

For the first time ever we had a development team reach an AllIreland and we congratulate their managers, coaches and players on getting to the All-Ireland.

It was great to see a large group of parents and supporters make the long trip to Mullingar to support the boys. Let’s hope for more days like this.

The Treasurer’s report showed that the league still has some money due to it and a few bills still to pay. Much of this was due to a late finish of the league and some one off payments to be paid and money still to come in.

Once all of the above is completed it should show the league with a small profit.

CALENDER FOOTBALL The committee were hoping to go ahead this season with calender football, the clubs themselves stated they were not ready yet to make the move.

So, we will continue as normal

for the coming season. This will be followed by a short season.

START DATE The league will kick-off on Saturday, 1st September. All players registered and monies in by the end of September. Clubs please take not as there will be no excuses taken. You have been warned.

LEAGUES FOR THIS SEASON The academies as usual with U-12, U-13, U-14 and U-16 leagues being run for the coming season. There will be no U-15 league. However, our U-15 development squad will take part in The Subway competition.

DIVISIONS We will see how many items we have in each league before divisions will be sorted. It may just be one division but it will all depend on the number of teams.

ACADEMYS Academy games will take place this coming season in blitzes. All clubs were happy with this format which is a change from last season.

AWARDS NIGHT Nobody was quite sure on what

to do regarding this night. Some new ideas were put to the committee. Let’s see what happens.

ACADEMY DAY Because the season ran late, dates for this day is causing a problem due to holidays. However, it now goes ahead in Conna this coming Saturday.

FAI PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PLAN We still have a few problems in getting this plan working as it was intended to work. R.D.O. Michael Looby will carry out some workshops in August and all managers will be required to attend.

Managers from U-7s to U-12’s this is especially for you. All clubs will be notified regarding dates.

COMMITTEE One member from clubs will be asked to sit on the committee as required. All clubs agreed.

NEW REFEREES Every season the league looks for new referees and hopefully we will have two for this season as well we are looking forward to having our first lady referee.

FUNDRAISING The league will be doing

fundraising during the coming season. All clubs will be asked to support this going forward.

HELD BACK Because it was a long meeting a few items on the agenda were held back. These will now be on the agenda of the first meeting of the new season. It is hoped to have this towards the end of August.

POSITIVE IDEAS Two clubs namely Kilworth Celtic and Lismore had some good ideas sent to the committee and some of these will be carried out into the new season.

THE PROBLEMS Getting new members on the committee is not an easy job with just one new face on the committee going forward.

There are many positions yet to be filled. An important one is the secretary and also the child’s welfare office.

We also need a vice chairman as this position is also vacant.

The committee - Chairman: Brian Donnelly; Treasurer: Liam Fraser; Assistant: Keith Hornibrook; PRO Gary Hartnett; Register: Clive Good.

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South Coast Tri Club members participate in Great Blackwater swim SATURDAY, 15th July saw nearly 20 South Coast members head to Fermoy for the 2nd Great Blackwater swim. A 3.5k swim from the glorious grounds of Castlehyde House, the ancestral home of Douglas Hyde and currently owned by Michael Flatley, down past dense fields to the centre of Fermoy. It was a really well-run event, with free buses to the start, and Riverdance was playing on the tannoy as swimmers entered the water.

The sun was shining, and the river was lower than usual because of the heatwave, with the water being less than a couple of feet in parts. Great swims by all and many smiling faces at the end already looking forward to next year - one of the best swims in the calendar. Well done to all who took part.

The Moby Dick Aquavelo 2018 had been nominated by Triathlon Ireland as the National Championship race for 2018, this would mean that a very strong field of athletes would take to the start line with both male and female national title up for grabs.

The race was due to start at 7.30 am due to the early morning high tide, the first athletes started to appear just after 6.00 am and within a few minutes the transition was a hive of activity, Youghal was never so busy at that hour of the morning.

Registration complete the athletes racked their bikes and headed down to Green Park for the start of the swim.

Just before the swim got going, a light mist started to fall which was to make the bike course a bit tricky later on in the morning. Choppy enough conditions for the swimmers as they entered the water at an early time of 7.30 am.

A choppy swim out to the first buoy which was made more difficult by a strong current pulling swimmers away from it - many had to swim back to get around it. The first buoy was also only a short distance from the start and so there were still many swimmers huddled together vying for space to get around it. Then across the main channel of the river to reach the second buoy.

Again a very challenging swim as many were pulled off to the right by the strength of the current adding some metres on to the swim. But this was followed

by a lovely glide down river to the third buoy, helped a lot by the strength of the incoming tide pulling swimmers with them in the right direction. But this advantage was short lived. The left turn back across the river towards the slip wasn't noticed by many, and so many swimmers were pulled a bit further downriver than they intended, and again some extra metres were added on for those who had to swim back against the tide to reach the slip.

Overall, those who read the current well benefitted the most, and were first out of the water.

It was a technical swim which gave an advantage to those who read the conditions well. Our own Filip Kolodziej led the swimmers out of the water with a lead of just under 30 sec back to Sebastian Helka.

Deirdre Casey was next out of the water having put in a very strong swim. The athletes jumped on their bikes and cycled out to Killeagh on the relatively flat course.

At Killeagh they turned around and cycled back towards Youghal and up over the bypass.

The gradual climb would slow down a good number athletes.

The cycle then took them out to Pilmore Cross before turning for home and back to the finish line in the centre of Youghal.

Conditions on the cycle were made a bit trickier as the roads which had been dry for so long became very slippy following the light mist.

Having had a puncture in 2016 while leading the race, our very own Sebastian Helka was to have no such bad luck this time round and put in very strong cycle to cross the finish line a full two minutes ahead of Trevor Woods in second place.

John O’Connell, last year’s victor was to come home in third place.

First lady home, Deirdre Casey showed her bike skills were as good as her swimming skills by coming home in fifth place overall. A terrific result considering the strength of the field.

Katie Cooke, a previous winner was second lady home and Aaron Fox finished in third place.

Following the race, everyone was invited to the Red Store for a hot breakfast and prize giving.

The food went down a treat and everyone was full of praise

Group Photo from the Great Blackwater Swim. for the hard working staff of the Red Store who looked after us very well.

The event was rounded off with the prize giving and special mention to our very own Ben Terry who came home first in the junior race. Sebastian Helka and Deirdre Casey were crowned Triathlon Ireland National Championship Winners for 2018 and the event was brought to a close with a lot of smiling faces. We’d like to thank everyone who helped out on the morning, especially considering the early start.

All of the competitors who travelled to Youghal were unanimous in their praise for all the marshals who turned up on the morning and covered the route.

JAILBREAK TRIATHLON COBH On the 21st of July, 11 of the South Coast crew headed for Cobh for the annual Jailbreak Triathlon. It is so called because you have to swim from the former prison on Spike Island across Cork harbour back to Cobh, a straight line distance of 1,700m.

The left to right current for the last 200m makes sure you can add a bit on to that. We were ferried out to Spike onto the beach there and then struck off for Cobh. After the swim there was an out and back course as far as the Glounthane roundabout. This was a very fast bike course.

The triathlon finished with a 4 lap run along the waterfront which had one very steep hill

Group photo from our Club Swim from Capel Island to Claycastle beach.

half way through.

The run was made harder by the intense heat and everyone was glad to see the finish line.

The Jailbreak Triathlon is a very well-run Triathlon with an absolute brilliant technical swim and it no wonder it sells so quickly each year.

Congratulations to our members who completed the race and also special mention to the South Coast supporters who travelled to Cobh to cheer them on. Club Swim from Capel Island to Claycastle beach.

On Sunday, the 22 July, 2018, conditions were exactly perfect for the Club Swim from Capel Island to Claycastle beach.

The test the swim for this larger swim had been completed over one year earlier, when six hardy souls from the Club had tested the route for distance and tidal streams, time it and snag it. From tides to lobster pots and jellyfish to sunburn it held plenty to challenge the mind and body.

I often looked out the bay towards 'The Island' and thought what a challenge it would be to swim across the bay...I wouldn't recommend that anyone just try it!

We've been planning this for months and the tides, weather and conditions had to be deciding factors right up to the last minute.

We had two safety-boat, a kayak and 4 surf-skis and a number of members from Youghal’s Surf Lift Saving club on their rescue boards to assist our swimmer throughout their

time in the water. Providing topcover as well as the Coast Guard in Dublin supporting so a great day out and definitely a challenging one! Sixteen swimmers took to the water at 8.15 am and all sixteen swimmers completed their swim back to Claycastle beach. A huge personnel achievement by each and every one of our swimmers and

they definitely have a story to tell for quite some time. South Coast Triathlon Club would like to thank everyone who provided assistance this morning as events like this cannot completed without the proper cover in place.

If you’re interested in taking part please check the South Coast Website for more information (www.southcoast.club).

Des O’Halloran and Stephanie Whyte delighted with their performance.

John Innes presents Ben Terry with first prize in the Junior race.

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ANOTHER busy week for DCC with senior and junior racing, the launch of our Kids league and all groups packing in the summer miles.

Here are the notes from the road….

The Tuesday crew had 14 out for the monthly visit to Ardmore. A good pace throughout with 52k covered at 30kph.

Saturday had 12 starters on yet another sunny Saturday. A headwind slowing progress on the outward journey. Our two young racers turning at Mill Street, saving their legs for Fermoy. The rest carrying on to Clonmel and the back road to Carrick, the pace cranked up significantly. Home via Kilmac and the coast road. 110k at 30kph.

On Sunday G5 had 12 out on their scheduled spin, Welcome Inn, Kereen, Villierstown, Cappoquin (where two had to head home early) then on to Deerpark and Lismore Farmers Market for John's delicious cakes and a well earned coffee break. All refreshed it was on to Cappoquin, Glenshelane, Modeligo and back to the N72 for the spin home. 67km at a great 20km ave on such a hot day. Well done all.

Group 4 had 12 cyclists out for an early 8.15 a.m. start on another perfect morning for cycling. A fair pace was set to the Bog Road, the bumps don't get any easier. Some quick bike handling skills at the Villierstown junction. On through the woods to Cappoquin. A light bouncing off to be retrieved by big Tony. The climb out of Tallow separated the group under the blazing sun. A regroup before pushing on to Knockanore. Some fast descending to the truck stop. A large pothole necessitating good bike handling and a puncture. A refuel at JJ's outside Youghal.

Some of the group continuing on to Ardmore and Helvick, others on a schedule to get back along the N25. The rescue vans were called to a puncture and a mechanical not far from Youghal. The lesson learnt, always carry a pump and enough tubes. Everyone home safe after an eventful spin. 100k

G23k: There was an early start to the Sunday spin and we were joined again by John from the Clondalkin Cycling Club and Fran from Templemore and also Tom which took the group out of Dungarvan towards Lismore where a short stop at the garage was taken before they headed off for Ballyduff and then onto Fermoy.

The group then turned right at Fermoy and headed out the Dublin road to the Amber garage for the coffee. They then headed back into Fermoy turning left at the bridge avoiding the main street in the town led by Ruth and onto the N72 for Tallow. On reaching Tallow the group split into two groups one group heading up the steep climb towards Lismore the other group opting for the gradual climb both groups joining up at the top of the hill.

After a short rest, the group headed into Lismore and stopped at the garage where ice creams were the order of the day and also meeting up with G3. The group then headed for home. Dis 110km avg 25.5kph G3 had 14 out for the reverse of the Sean Kelly 100k. A fast pace set to Ring, through Old Parish and Ardmore. Turning right before Youghal Bridge before starting the long climb up to Knockanore in very hot conditions. PJ Contador led the charge upwards only to lose the KOM to Seamus on his maiden voyage with G3. Such was the humidity an unprecedented stop for ice cream was made in Lismore. All sugared up it was a nice run back to town. 100k at 28 kph with 1000m climbed.

RACING NEWS Damian Travers, Alan Landers and Aidan O'Connell raced in Golden last Sunday hosted by Tipp wheelers in the A1/2 race. Damian and Aidan were sprinting for a top 10 finish just behind the break but finished just outside the prizes.

Alan finished just ahead of the next group on the road, hard racing on hard roads. Great effort lads!

In Fermoy this Sunday DCC had Damian Travers & Michael Morrissey representing the club at

senior level. Both finishing safely in the bunch Alan Landers was racing in Roscommon in the Shannonside cup, also finishing in the bunch.

Junior DCC riders were in action in Fermoy on Sunday also.

UNDER 12 The bunch of 12 split in two after the first km. Eoghan and Cal got into a nice position on the last bend with 500m to go finishing 3rd and 4th in the bunch sprint.

UNDER 16 Aoibhe Power won the Under 16 girls. Mark had a phenomenal race breaking a spoke grabbing a spare wheel from Eoghan, chasing back a 2-3 minute gap and winning the bunch sprint to finish 3rd. Kyle Walsh and Tadgh Murray also had a good run finishing well in the bunch. Super stuff DCC juniors.

OTHER NEWS The DCC kids league sponsored by Morrissey Properties had a very successful start with 51 kids taking part in a time trials to determine categories for next week. The club spirit is alive and well and it was heartening to see so many people willing to help out on the night to keep things running smoothly. Week 2 takes place next Thursday with sign on from 6.45 p.m. and first bunch off at 7 p.m.

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G5 at the Dromana Bridge.

Please ensure your child is registered with Cycling Ireland, U-8/10 is €10 and U-12/14 is €20 and has a helmet and road worthy bike.

MEMBERSHIP Our membership numbers have been climbing steadily and we have welcomed many new members this year. We hope your time with DCC will be very enjoyable.

We currently have 171 active members of all ages and abilities.

We get asked alot about junior members and while we welcome and encourage young riders, due to legislation from cycling Ireland it can be difficult to accommodate juniors. Our club rules are that

young riders need to be accompanied on club spins by a parent or guardian. We do however appreciate that all parents may not be able for some of the longers spins at a faster pace so in that case a fellow rider may take responsibility for the junior. Parents please ensure to engage with group captain's prior to spins to give permission for same.

It is however at the discretion of the road captain if the junior can be accommodated as the safely of all our riders is paramount. Any questions please contact club page or any committee member.

Midweek Spin continues each Tuesday at 6.30 p.m. from Kilrush.

Route Seafield, Mahon Bridge.

Home Pace 28/30 kph LEISURE STUFF Well done to Alan Curran on completing the Waterville 200k on Saturday. Best of luck to those taking on the Tour of Clare next weekend. Special mention to G3 and friends who are undertaking a 200k tour of the Deise on Saturday. Mike Wall has co-ordinated what hopefully will be a great days cycling.

Stay safe all and remember “the voice in your head that says you can't do it is a liar” Until next week folks, follow us on Facebook, email carolmbyrne99@gmail.com

G3 in Lismore.

CARA Area Community Games team (Clashmore, An Rinn, Ardmore, An Sean Pobal Areas) who had a fantastic day out at the Community Games Track and Field County Finals recently at Waterford RSC.

CARA Area Community Games Under 12 girls relay team - Silver Medal Winners.

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Causeway Tennis Club

“Entente Florale” adjudicators entertained at Clubhouse ON Thursday, 19th July adjudicators for “Entente Florale” were the recipients of a meal in upstairs lounge of the clubhouse. It was a warm sunny day and members of the Bowls Club were enjoying a roll of a bowl and dressed in full club attire. There were activities for young people on tennis courts and all were enjoying Tennis Camp. Ann Cashin of Nationwide programme on RTE was present filming on the occasion. Food was provided

by Eunice Power. At time of publication it is possible that last Thursday events will have been shown on RTE Nationwide this week.

The Women’s Grade 4 team consisting of Sarah Feeney, Aoife Nagle, Ber Sheridan and Margaret Sheridan put in a credible performance against Nenagh in the Summer Cup on Sunday, 22nd, losing narrowly in deciding super doubles after the match was levelled at two games all. Well done to all and hard luck on the day.

The Men’s Grade 6 team consisting of Gerry McCullough, Martin Carroll, John Flynn and Ollie Kiely were beaten 4/0 by Nenagh on Saturday, 21st at home. The local team put in a brave performance going to three sets in two of the games but came up against a more experienced team.

The Men’s Grade 4 team of Peter Finnegan, Nail Herlihy, Colm O’Cleirigh and Ruaidhri de Paor take on Larkspur of Cashel in the quarter-final of the Summer Cup this Friday, July 27th at Causeway venue at 6.45 p.m. Please come and support.

A small section of the 359 walkers who participated in the Dungarvan Hillwalking Club’s Cunnigar Crossing on Sunday, 18th July last and which raised almost €2,000 for charity.

[Michael Daly]

Dungarvan Hillwalking Club makes a splash with Cunnigar Crossing ON Sunday, 18 July last, a whopping 359 walkers took part in the Cunnigar Crossing, Dungarvan Hillwalking Club’s annual walk and wade in aid of charity. The walkers made their way across the Cunnigar at low tide, wading in knee-high water. Then they walked across the beach, before ending up at Tig an Cheoil pub in Ring.

New sport honoured at Park Hotel Sports Star monthly award

Pictured is Ola Flynn, Park Hotel presenting the June Sportstar Award to Kieran Jackson. Included are Adjudicators Kieran O'Connor and John O’Connor.

[Sean Byrne] THERE was history in the air in Dungarvan this week as the 30th Park Hotel Waterford Sports Star saw a 26th and new sport honoured.

The sport is Triathlon and the winner of his and the sport's first award is Tramore's Kieran Jackson of Waterford Triathlon Club.

Kieran has won the award for a great month of June on the National and International triathlon circuit with the undoubted highlight being his great win in the BMX National Series Airpower Hook or By Crook Triathlon in Dunmore East, which he was winning for the second year in a row crossing the finish line in

front almost four minutes ahead of his nearest rival in a time of 1 hours 2 minutes 44 seconds.

At the awards luncheon last week, he was joined by his parents Damien and Margo, brother Daniel, aunt Bernie and girlfriend Shannon where he received his award from Ola and Pierce of the Park Hotel and adjudicators Kieran and John O'Connor and Ger Lawton.

"Triathlon is definitely growing as a sport and it's getting more recognition all the time but it's absolutely great to win this award and I'm thrilled to win this award, especially in Waterford.

The club was delighted to raise €1,961 for its three chosen charities, Dungarvan Lions Club, South-East Mountain Rescue and West Waterford Hospice. We would like to thank all who donated for their generosity.

In a first for the club, a drone captured footage of the walkers as they made their way across the Cunnigar. The drone was supplied and operated

by Louis Ryan, and the club would like to thank him for giving a birds-eye view of the walk.

Thanks to walk organisers Peter Mangan and John Browne and all those who assisted the walkers as they crossed the Cunnigar. Thanks to the staff at Tig an Cheoil and especially to Ann Mangan, who served over 300 teas and coffees and even helped out behind the bar.

Cappoquin Rowing Club THE results of the National Championships achieved by our members last weekend are highly commendable beginning on Friday, July 13th with the Men’s Novice quad of Joe Lenihan, Cilian Lenihan, Tadgh Glavin, Ethan Arrigan and Cox: Paul O’Keeffe.

It was their first time competing at the Championships finishing 4th in Ireland. On the same day representing NUI Galway, Nuala Landers racing the Senior 4- and Intermediate 8+ claimed first place.

Lisa Murphy achieved her first National Championship Gold alongside Nuala in the Intermediate 8+. Brilliant result girls, we are delighted to report on your success!

On Saturday, July 14th we had sculls and doubles on the water representing CRC. Lucy Massey raced the Women’s J16 1x and put in a strong performance against stiff competition. Well done.

Our next Women’s sculler was Jasmine O’Brien in the J15 category. Jasmine put in a great effort and a very good row also. Well done. Also on the Saturday Anna Powell and Orlagh Cottier raced the Women’s Intermediate 2x. This was their first season rowing together and the girls have really started to come on in the last couple of weeks but luck was not on their side that day however. Well done girls.

Our final category of the day was the Men’s J14 1x in which we had three scullers competing and it was one of the most popular entries of the entire Championships with more than 30 scullers competing.

Max Hourigan, David Massey and Cian Nolan each raced in different heats against boys from around the country. They put in really great efforts showing how their dedication over the last few months is paying off and also demonstrating that they will prove to be highly competitive should they carry on rowing in the coming years. Keep up the good work lads!

Sunday, July 15th brought the last day of racing and with it a very early start to see Kieran Ahearne and Paul Morrissey on the water in

their double before 8 am. The boys were ahead off the start and maintained that position for much of the course just creeping slightly back around the halfway mark.

There was so little between the boats at the finish line that only one beep went off for them and another crew as they crossed the line.

Unsure as to the result they requested to look at the photo of the finish line only to find they missed out on qualifying to the next stage by a bow-ball. Heart-breaking stuff but the boys were happy with their performance ad we can look forward to what next season will bring for them.

Well done! Caroline Gordan was last but by no means least of CRC representors at the Championships racing the Women’s Masters 1x.

Caroline battled all the way to the last, having won the category previously she was given a significant time disadvantage off the start

and managed to make up all but a few seconds of it crossing the line in second place. Well done! Lisa and Nuala were on the water again on the Sunday, together in the Senior 8+ category where they were beaten by Skibbereen and Lisa also raced the Intermediate 4-‘s.

This past weekend saw us host our own regatta at ‘The Rock’, results will be given next week but thank you once again to all those who supported the club through sponsorship of races and purchasing of raffle tickets. And thank you to the coaches and volunteers who saw the whole event run smoothly.

Again we invite anybody, 12 years and up, to come down to the Boathouse and have a go at rowing, as the weather seems to be holding up well now is the perfect time to get going and spend some time on the water before winter comes along.

Nuala Landers and Lisa Murphy Irish National Champions 2018.

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Abbeyside FC KCK secure four medals in the A PARTNERSHIP IS BORN Munster B T&F championships WE are excited and delighted to announce that the club will be partnering up with well known and respected Mark McConnell MC Strength and Conditioning for the coming season. Mark works with many club teams and county sides and will no doubt bring a top level of training for the season ahead.

Everyone at the club is delighted to have him on board.

MANAGERS AND COACHING ROLES Anyone who is interested in applying for our management positions with any team can do so in writing or by email.

Liamsheehan85@gmail.com.

Positions available.

Mens 1st Divison, Mens 3rd Divison, Mens over 35s, Youths, U-16, U-15, U-14, U-12, U-11.

And we are also looking for extra help with our kids academy.

NEW COMMITTEE FOR 2018 Chairman: Liam Sheehan Vice Chairman: Michael

Abbeyside Club gear for new season on sale soon.

Morrissey Treasurer: Ciara Langan Club secratary: Shane O’Gorman Schoolboy Sec: Willie John Kenneally Committee members: John Byrne, Amar Albaid, Ger McGovern, John McGovern, John O’Mahoney.

After a fantastic turn-out last Thursday night for the club’s 63rd annual AGM our new committee was announced. We are delighted to see so many people get involved this year and looking forward to the season ahead.

ABBEYSIDE COMMUNITY TOGETHER WERE BETTER The club would like to invite any existing, new or start up community groups to make contact with any committee member or Abbeyside A.F.Cs Facebook page. We are here to offer any assistance to groups for venues meetings and functions. Working together we can help provide the Abbeyside community with better facilities that can cater for people of all ages both male and female as we hope to grow both the club and the community together. For further info please email liamsheehan85@gmail.com

Stradbally FC LOTTO No jackpot winners in the Club Lotto Draw on Sunday night.

Numbers drawn: 2 - 7 - 8 - 24. €25 Winners: Damien Sheehan, Liam Whelan, Breda Hurton. Promoter’s Prize: Damien Sheehan. Next draw is on August 5th in O'Mahonys, Durrow. Jackpot Prize on offer will be €2,100. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto.

CLUB COMMITTEE MEETING Club Committee Meeting takes place on Thursday at 8 p.m.

JUNIOR PRE-SEASON Our Division 1 team are playing in the Portlaw Tournament on today (Wednesday). Kick-off is 6.30 p.m.

Our new Division 3 side have training sessions at 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

SCHOOLBOYS Whilst we are enjoying the lazy, hazy, crazy days of Summer, we are still keeping an eye on the coming season, which will commence in the first week of September. For our Under 12s & 13s there will be an informal kick around on Saturday, August 11th with an official start to training on the following Wednesday, August 15th.

Incidentally, we could do with a couple of players who are up to the age for Under 13s, especially as that age group is 11 a- side on full size pitch. If you fit the bill and are interested, talk to Mickey, Joe or Ray.

ON-LINE CLUB SHOP Our on-line club shop is now open for business. A wide range of playing and leisure gear are available from www.oneills.com Ideal birthday gifts.

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL Now that the World Cup has passed, its time for Monday Night Football in Stradbally.

Fun Football at 8.30 p.m. for Over 18s. Non junior league players. Male or Female. Experience or talent not required. See you there.

SAFEGUARDING Our club will run a Safeguarding 1 Course in August. This is compulsory for anyone who will be involved with Underage Groups next season.

For more details talk to club chairman Alan D'arcy.

VINTAGE TEA & BOOK JAMBOREE It’s that time of year when the Barron Hall hosts its Vintage Tea extravaganza. Relax in the old fashioned way, whilst enjoyed a sumptous array of cakes and other delights.

An added interest this year is the Book Jamboree, where there will be a myriad of stalls, selling mainly second hand books, for modest sums.

It all takes place on this Saturday, July 28th in the Barron Hall, 2 to 5 p.m. See you there.

A TEAM of nine athletes from KCK headed to the Cork IT on Saturday July 21st for the Munster B T&F championships. On a scorching hot day with temperatures of 25 degrees plus KCK brought home 4 medals. First up were Leah Queally and Holly Lawlor in the 60 m heats.

Leah finished 3rd in her heat and made it through to the final. Holly ran a great time of 11.23 seconds which was not enough to get her a place in the final but finished 9th overall.

A top 10 finish for Holly in her first Munster championships is a great achievement. Leah went on to take her place in the final and ran a great time of 9.83 seconds which was .01 of a second off 1st place but enough to earn Leah her first Munster silver medal. Both girls then went on to compete in the U9 long jump where they jumped brilliantly. Holly jumped 2.71m which again secured her a 9th place finish, a second top ten of the day. She has a promising future.

Leah jumped 3.09m and this was enough to earn the Castlequarter athlete a gold medal, her second medal of the day.

Next up in the girls U10 was Gráinne Drohan who was competing in the turbo javelin. In her first ever Munster championships Gráinne threw 7.92m to earn herself a 5th place finish and can be well pleased to be in the top 5. She also competed in the 60m sprint where she ran a good race to finish 6th in her heat.

However this wasn’t enough to qualify her for the final. Competing in the girls U-10 500m was Abi Ryan. She ran a great time of 1.48 minutes only 9 seconds behind the winner and enough to get her 8th place overall.

Isobel Lawlor was next up in the U-11 600m race. With a time of 2.14 minutes and only 13 seconds behind the winner she finished a very credible 7th place. She then took part in the 60m sprint running a time of 10.07 seconds to finish in 10th spot out of a quality field of 18 athletes and her second top 10 finish of the day.

Rebecca Walsh competed in the 600m race and ran a great time of 1.59 minutes which was only 3 seconds behind the winner and enough to earn her a 7 th place finish overall. Caragh Queally was next up in the girls U-12 long jump.

Out of a strong field of 15 competitors she jumped a personal best of

those who helped out with our bag pack recently and the money raised will help run the club for the year.

We would also like to thank Garvey’s SuperValu for facilitating us that weekend. Our new Long jump was finally open for training last week and the new facility is a great addition to us and is definitely paying dividends as we secured 2 gold medals in this discipline last weekend.

The fundraiser for the long jump will conclude this Thursday, July 26th at 6 pm at the beginning of training.

We ask that athletes and their parents would gather at the long jump where the draw will take place. Can all cards and sponsorship money be returned ASAP. A big thanks to Angela who has put a lot of work into this fundraiser.

Training continues Tuesday and Thursday and will conclude on Sunday, July 29th for 2 weeks break. We will return on August 14th for cross country training.

Enjoy the Summer Break.

3.74m and enough to claim her first Munster gold medal. She then competed in the 80m sprints where she qualified for the final by finishing 3rd in her heat with a time of 12.28 seconds. She ran a great final and finished in 6th place overall. This was great going for a girl that is only competing with a short while.

Darragh Devine was next up in the U-12 long jump. Despite arriving late at the long jump and not getting any practice in and only getting one jump he jumped 3.40m to finish 8th overall. He then competed in the 80m sprint where he ran 13.22 seconds which was not enough to qualify for the final but was enough to earn him his second top 10 Munster finish.

Last but not least Senan Devine took to the field in the 60 m sprint where he finished 4th in his semifinal and enough to get him through to the final and with a lot of technical mixups it was decided that there would be 12 athletes competing in the final.

They had to remain on the start-

ing line in 25 degree heat and no shelter for nearly 30 minutes while the difficulties were being sorted out. Eventually when the final was run Senan finished 10th overall.

The 600m final had to be delayed until the 60m final was finished as there was 2 athletes competing in both.

These two boys had to run across the field to the 600m start where they had only 2 minutes before the race began. Senan was coming 3rd with 50m to go when the 4th place athlete overtook him.

Everyone thought that after his exertions in the sprint final that his day was done but the young Kilgobinet boy dug deep to regain 3rd place to sprint to the finish and claim the bronze medal by 3 tenths of a second.

A big thanks to Richie and his coaches for having the lads in such great shape. To come home with 4 medals from a team of 9 is a great achievement. Thanks also to all the parents who travelled with their children to compete on Saturday.

The club would like to thank all

Senan Devine who won a bronze medal in the 600m for KCK in Cork IT complex at the Munster T&F championships recently.

Leah Queally who won gold in the U-9 long jump and silver in the U-9 60m sprint and her sister Caragh Queally who won a gold medal in the U-12 long jump for KCK at the Munster B T&F Championships held in CIT athletics grounds recently.

KCK team that took part in the Munster T/F championships in Cork IT recently.

GENERAL SPORT

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Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures Naas - Wednesday, July 25 (First Race 5.40) Leopardstown - Thursday, July 26 (First Race 5.30) Limerick - Thursday, July 26 (First Race 5.40)

Down Royal - Friday, July 27 (First Race 5.30) Wexford - Friday, July 27 (First Race 5.40) Gowran Park - Saturday, July 28 (First Race 1.25)

Other notable winners over the past week • FRESH from his double Group 1 success over the weekend, Aidan O'Brien landed an early winner at Killarney on Monday evening.

With his son Donnacha doing the steering, 11/4 chance El Greco made all the running to win the Ladbrokes Irish EBF Race by a head from the Gordon Elliott-trained Mattymolls Gaga.

• THE Stack family love nothing better than to have a winner in County Kerry and Fozzy teamed up with Chris Hayes to win the Irish Stallion Farms EBF Maiden at Killarney on Tuesday evening.

• THE father and son team of Andy and Andrew Slattery were among the winners at Fairyhouse on Wednesday when 7/4 jointfavourite Sharjah won the 12f handicap, a fourth winner of the season for the young apprentice.

• THE opening mares’ maiden hurdle at Killarney on Thursday went the way of 14/1 chance Jazz Mine which is trained in Clonmel by John Lonergan.

The winner was ridden by Eamonn Corbett for owner/breeder John O’Mahony • CAPPAGH trainer Declan Queally saddled 12/1 chance Bee A Beneficiary to win the 3m1f handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan. The winner was ridden by Donagh Meyler.

• UPTON trainer John Murphy rarely leaves a Killarney meeting empty handed and he scored with the Danny Redmond-ridden Emperor Waltz in the 2m1f handicap on Wednesday. The following afternoon, Denis O'Regan teamed up with Denis Cullen to land the beginners’ chase with The Last Marju, a 16/1 winner for the pair.

O’Brien and Moore team up to take Group 2 Kilboy Estate Stakes OUT of luck in the Darley Irish Oaks on Saturday, Aidan O'Brien enjoyed better fortune the following afternoon when Magical, ridden by Ryan Moore, won the Group 2 Kilboy Estate Stakes. The 5/4 favourite made

all the running and easily held I’m So Fancy.

The Yorkshire Oaks is now a possibility for the winner. O’Brien and Moore doubled up with another 5/4 favourite, Cliffs Of Dooneen in the 2m handicap.

Pictured at the launch of details of Waterford & Tramore Racecourse's August Racing Festival is Sue Phelan, Racecourse Manager and Marietta Doran, Style Judge. The popular Festival includes three consecutive evening meetings on August 16th, 17th and 18th and culminates in a family-fun afternoon on Sunday, August 19th. [Patrick Browne]

Tramore August Racing Festival August 16th – 19th - much more than racing WATERFORD & Tramore Racecourse has never looked better as its €1 million refurbishment continues.

The new entrance building, revamped stable yard and other new facilities will be showcased to the public at the action-packed, four day August Racing Festival which kicks off on Thursday, August 16th at the seaside track.

Seven new race sponsors are on board and 20,000 plus are expected for the popular Festival which includes three consecutive evening meetings on August 16th, 17th and 18th and culminates in a family-fun afternoon on Sunday, August 19th, Racecourse General Manager, Sue Phelan, confirmed.

Generous prize-money is on offer for all 28 races and the overall purse this year is increased to €380,000. New sponsors on board for the 2018 August Racing Festival include Three Ireland, Pat Halley Architects, Michael Griffin Auctioneers, Creaden House Stud, Noel Ryan Tree Surgeon, Morris Builders DIY and McCarthys Irish Bar, Kentucky, whose owners have strong Waterford and racing connections.

They join a host of long-established Waterford and

Tramore businesses in supporting the Festival and providing the prize money for the hotly-contested races.

The Online Booking system introduced last year on www.tramore-racecourse.com has proven very successful, allowing racegoers to avoid queues and snap up discounts by booking in advance of their arrival.

The August Racing Festival is about much more than just racing and this year’s event will include the Waterford Chamber and Tramore Chamber of Tourism and Commerce Craic at the Track social evening in the festival marquee on Friday 17th.

Fashionistas from all over Ireland will enjoy fashion, racing, cocktails and fun on the Saturday evening and this year’s Style Evening judge is Marietta Doran.

She has the unenviable tasks of choosing nine finalists and one overall winner at this year’s ‘House of Waterford Crystal and Redlane.ie Style Evening’, which now has a prize fund of €3,500. The festival concludes with an afternoon meeting on Sunday, August 20, which is Family Fun Day. Children of all ages are welcome to come along and enjoy a fun-filled and colourful afternoon.

Outstanding weekend for leading jockey Rachael Blackmore IT was certainly Rachael Blackmore’s weekend and the season’s leading jockey kicked off with success on the Henry De Bromhead-trained Due Reward in the 2m handicap hurdle at Kilbeggan on Friday evening. The 13/8 favourite raced to the front after the penultimate flight to beat Konig Hall in good style.

And better was to come for the Killenaule jockey who landed three winners at Tipperary on Sunday, a treble she

shared with Henry De Bromhead. She won the second division of the beginners’ chase Theatre Dreams which won easily at odds of 10/1 and followed up on Monbeg Chit Chat in the 2m4f handicap chase at odds of 9/4 favourite. The treble was completed when Classic Theatre won the rated novice chase, the 5/4 favourite battling well to win by a head in a thriller. The wins see Blackmore on the 26-winner mark, eight clear of both Danny Mullins and Paul Townend.

Haggas and Doyle take Darley Irish Oakes Classic Theatre and Rachael Blackmore claimed the Packie Downey Memorial Rated Novice Chase at Tipperary on Sunday.

[Alain Barr]

THERE was plenty of overseas success at the Curragh with the Darley Irish Oaks going for export once again. Brilliantly ridden by James Doyle, Sea Of Class won for trainer William Haggas, the 11/4 shot coming from off the pace to deny Epsom heroine Forever Together by a neck. The Tote Scurry Handicap went to David O’Meara’s Intisaab which

was ridden by Daniel Thudhope and the North Yorkshire trainer doubled up when the Doyle-ridden Larchmont Lad won the Group 2 Minstrel Stakes. Doyle was also in the saddle as the Mark Johnston-trained Marie’s Diamond won the Group 3 Anglesey Stakes on his second visit to the course this year.