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COMERAGH District Councillors have hit out at the Council over what they see as a paltry nine percent of the budget to run their operations for the coming year, writes Paul Mooney. At a meeting to consider the draft Budgetary Plan of the Comeragh District last Monday night, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan described the Comeragh Municipal District as “the poor relation” in the new amalgamated authority, noting that they have €705,320 in total to spend for 2017, which works out at nine percent of the overall allocation, whereas DungarvanLismore Municipal District will receive just over

€2.08m, or 26 percent, and the Metropolitan Municipal Districts will receive just over €5.04m, or 64 percent of the allocation to the districts. “Nine percent of the allocation is very small,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. “The six Comeragh Councillors work great together, but we feel, with the amalgamation of the Council, that we are set up for a fall straight away, because you have a total of 18 Councillors for the Metropolitan area and eight Councillors in Dungarvan-Lismore. It seems that the Comeragh District is the poor relation.” Continued on page 2

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A DECISION by An Bord Pleanála to refuse a large scale wind farm in North County Kildare in the absence of any ‘national wind energy strategy’ could have serious repercussions for proposed wind farms here in County Waterford, after the Council’s Senior Planner admitted that the Board could likely “use the same phraseology and take the same decision” for Waterford applications. At the October meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council, Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan noted that An Bord Pleanála refused permission for a large scale wind farm consisting of 47 wind turbines by Element Power Ireland Limited in North County Kildare. (Board reference number: PL09.PA0041). “In their statement, the Board said that such a development would be premature in

light of the absence of a national wind energy strategy with spacial dimension,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. He queried whether in light of An Bord Pleanála’s decision, the planning section of Waterford City and County Council would have to take that into account when considering applications for large scale wind farms in Waterford. Jim O’Mahony, Senior Planner, said it was “a very interesting decision by An Bord Pleanála” and it was also “very interesting that they used the terminology ‘national wind energy strategy’ for the whole country”. Mr. O’Mahony said that if a planning application for a wind farm in Waterford was appealed to An Bord Pleanála, “Then it is likely the Board would use the same phraseology and take the same decision as they made in North Kildare”. Cllr. O’Ryan responded: “If An Bord

Pleanála are saying this then it should mean we are under that remit and I would ask for fair play and ask that our planners take this into consideration, look at the North Kildare refusal, and issue similar guidelines for Waterford”. Mr. O’Mahony said it is the first he has heard of a national wind energy strategy being developed by the government or department. “I haven’t heard of this happening, but then An Bord Pleanála are closer to the Minister than we are, but we would certainly welcome it - because wind energy, unfortunately, is causing a lot of disquiet in the communities,” Mr. O’Mahony said. “Anything that would put some more certainty to this on a national standing, we would certainly welcome it.” Cllr. O’Ryan pointed out that a cross party Notice of Motion he proposed 18 months ago called on the Council not to

consider any further applications for wind farms because there were no up-to-date guidelines on wind energy. He said that when An Bord Pleanála mentioned the absence of any ‘national wind energy strategy’, the Council should also infer the Board means that the current national guidelines should also be updated. “We have been pushing for these guidelines to be produced and we’ve been waiting for them for 11 years, because the guidelines are not up to scratch due to turbines becoming bigger, noisier, etc. “The minister has countless times said new guidelines are ‘imminent’, but yet [wind turbine] applications are still filtering through,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Mr. O’Mahony said the Council has its own wind energy guidelines in the County Development Plan, and “as it stands, we have to be guided by our own County Development Plan”, he added.

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and or 26 percent, Page 7 District €2.08m, Metropolitan Municipal COMERAGH hit out at the will receive just Councillors have what they Districts 64 percent the Council over percent over €5.04m, or to the disnine see as a paltry of the allocation to run their of the budget tricts. of the the coming “Nine percent operations for Mooney. small,” said year, writes Paul consider allocation is very six O’Ryan. “The At a meeting to Plan of Cllr. Councillors the draft Budgetary Comeragh District last together, but we the Comeragh Cllr. work great amalgamation night, with the Monday O’Ryan feel, Council, that we are J. the Michael Comeragh of up for a fall straight described the as “the set have a Municipal Districtthe new away, because you for in Councillors 18 relation” poor not- total of and Metropolitan area in amalgamated authority, €705,320 the Councillors ing that they have for 2017, eight It ore. in total to spend at nine Dungarvan-Lism out Comeragh which works seems that the overall allopoor relapercent of the District is the Dungarvancation, whereas tion.” page 2 Municipal District Continued on Morrissey at the Lismorereceive just over Marty and Irwin will Images] smiles from Jack

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will be mainly dry and cloudy, only brief sunny spells will occur. Feeling milder with highest temperatures of 13 to 15 degrees, in moderate southwest breezes. Relatively mild until the end of the month, with small amounts of rain up until and including Friday. However it will become more unsettled over the weekend with outbreaks of rain. Relatively mild with overnight Wednesday with lows of 7 to 10 degrees in light southwest breezes. Dry almost countrywide just the odd spot of drizzle along the Atlantic coastline. THURSDAY: Dry across most other areas with a mix of cloud and some sunny spells - just the odd spot of rain possible later. Reasonably mild with highest temperatures of 13 to 16 degrees Celsius, in moderate occasionally fresh southwest breezes. FRIDAY: A dry day generally with a mix of cloud and sunny spells, in light southerly breezes. Highest temperatures of 12 to 16 degrees Celsius, mildest across Leinster and Munster. THIS WEEKEND: Still some degree of uncertainty, but it is likely to turn more unsettled with outbreaks of rain, in light to moderate southerly breezes. Longer drier spells occurring too though with some mild sunny spells. Afternoon maxima will range 13 to 17 degrees Celsius. Remaining frost free by night.

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FROM FRONT PAGE Concurring, Cllr. Liam Brazil said Comeragh is unique because they don’t have any mechanism to increase or decrease charges, because there are no fee paying car parks in the district, but he pointed out that the Comeragh area is the biggest of the three districts in Waterford. He said the Comeragh area has the most roads which were hit last Winter with storms and with the opening of the Greenway, the roads around the Comeragh area were expected to get busier. Chief Executive of the Council, Michael Walsh, acknowledged that the Comeragh area are in the unique position of not having the option of increasing or decreasing car park charges, like the Metropolitan or DungarvanLismore Districts. He dismissed Cllr. O’Ryan’s suggestion that the Comeragh area is only getting nine percent of the budget, because the allocation of €705,320 “is only reflecting an element of expenditure”. Mr.Walsh also pointed out that the Comeragh area is in the unique position that it doesn’t have a large town which would provide services that Dungarvan and Waterford City provides. “Most municipal districts

across the country have a large town, but you don’t have that here in Comeragh,” said Mr. Walsh. “We have a situation where a lot of the services are provided for in the other two main urban areas. “The reality is that the budget has to follow where the services are provided.” According to the figures in the draft Budgetary Plan for 2017, there is just over €403,000 provided for local road maintenance and improvement in the Comeragh District; while the Metropolitan and DungarvanLismore Districts will receive just over €340,000 and €493,000 respectively. Cllr. O’Ryan said that other criteria should be considered when considering budgets for roads, other than population. “We have over 1,100 km of roads in the Comeragh area and we got an extra 300 km of rural roads when we took in some of the Dungarvan area during the Council amalgamation,” he pointed out. “Comeragh has the worst roads and nine percent of the allocation is not adequate for what we need.” He suggested that a survey of roads should be carried out and if the roads in the Comeragh area need more work, then that is

where the money should go. “The money should go where the money is needed,” he said. Cllr. Seanie Power said the Council needs to continue the work on repairing the roads and not allow the good work to be undone, while Cllr. Ray Murphy said there would be a significant demand on the roads in Comeragh because a “good chunk of the Greenway is in the Comeragh District”. “There will be a demand on the local authority to provide better roads,” he said. Cllr. O’Ryan reiterated his appeal to the Chief Executive that the Comeragh District should be ‘incubated’ and given special status, considering the height of the roads, the uniqueness of the terrain and the damage already caused to the roads. Mr.Walsh again acknowledged the uniqueness of the Comeragh area, but assured Councillors “the road spend generally is fair across the three districts”. “I can’t promise at this point in time that it may have to alter somewhat in the negative,” Mr. Walsh warned. “But,” he stressed. “All areas, relative to where they were in 2013, are better off than they were.” Mr. Walsh acknowledged that the Comeragh District

Councillors have been “at pains” to emphasise the priority that roads need. “We are conscious of it, but we can only do so much with the resources that are available.” Mr. Walsh said he heard the concerns expressed by Councillors, but it ultimately boiled down to deciding on areas of expenditure and areas that need to be prioritised. He said in general terms the roads get damaged by heavy traffic and water, so the capacity of the rural based roads to take additional car traffic is not a big issue. “Thinking in terms of volume of traffic, then all the money would go to the urban areas where the volume of traffic is really significant,” Mr. Walsh pointed out. “Putting it into context, rural roads would see between 20 and 50 cars a day, while there are few urban roads that wouldn’t see less than 2,000 cars a day, and in some instances, at peak times in an urban area, that could be as high as 15,000 vehicles a day.” Concluding, Mr. Walsh added: “I assure you that at management level we are trying to be as fair and equitable as we can in the general distribution of our resources”.

Clune calls time on clocks going back HOUSEHOLDS across the country will be turning back their clocks this coming weekend as Wintertime officially arrives and we have less daylight in the evenings and more in the mornings. Ireland South MEP Deirdre Clune has joined a growing number of MEPS in the European Parliament who think it’s time we scrapped the time change. Speaking from the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Clune described the clocks going backwards as a relic from a bygone era that no longer serves a useful purpose. “I welcome moves to open a debate on whether we should scrap the idea that the clocks go back every October. Brighter evenings would lead to improved outcomes for road safety as the roads are more dangerous from the hours of 4–7 p.m. There are obvious economic benefits such as reduced energy consumption because of less need for artificial light in the evenings with a consequent reduction in CO2 emissions. “Brighter evenings would have a positive benefit for public health. One study of 23,000 children, published by the BBC, found that their daily activity levels were 15 to 20 per cent higher on summer days than winter days and that moving the clocks back

causes a five per cent drop in physical activity. “The very least we should do is have an informed debate on whether it is a good idea to continue winding back the clocks every year. Clunes calls come on the back of a promised review of the daylight saving changes by EU Commissioner Violeta Bulc launched on October 5th. A number of MEPs in the European Parliament have put forward a formal question to EU Transport Commissioner Bulc under rule 128 of the European Parliament. That oral question raises a number of issues such as the impact of changing hours on the competitiveness of European industry, including energy prices and consumption. It also raises the issue of daylight savings impacting on people’s health and has called for an evidence based approach to how the change in time is impacting on energy, health, agriculture and transport in Europe.

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Optometrists warn about dangers of cosmetic contact lenses at Hallowe’en OPTOMETRISTS have issued a public warning about the dangers of decorative or special effect contact lenses for Hallowe’en – which place eyesight at risk. The Association of Optometrists Ireland (AOI) said there has been a worrying growth in the purchase of cosmetic contact lenses in recent years, which are sold online and in pop up costume shops, as a part of Halloween outfits. AOI Optometric Advisor Lynda McGivney Nolan said that people do not realise that the sale of such lenses is illegal and they have been proven to place eyes at increased risk of damage. She advised the public against buying and using them. “Members of the Association of Optometrists have reported an increase in eye complications at Hallowe’en in recent years, arising from wearing cosmetic or special effect contact lenses as part of costumes. We are issuing a strong warning to the public not to buy or use these lenses. “Contact lenses are not ‘one

size fits all’ and improperly fitting contact lenses, or the wrong type of material can cause damage to the cornea, ulceration, conjunctivitis, or blurred vision. At its worst bacterial infection resulting from incorrect contact lens wear can cause vision loss within 24 hours.Harmful bacteria adhere tightly to the surface pigments on cosmetic contact lenses, particularly cheap brands.” A 2016 study carried out in Boston on the impact of unauthorised sales of contact lenses cited a significant increase in reported complications resulting from illegally purchased contact lenses. The study found that the majority of consumers purchas-

ing the lenses were young adults and the illegal sellers of the lenses did not adhere to international protocols including the requirement for a prescription. These findings are supported by many other studies into the risks associated with the sale of cosmetic and vision corrective contact lenses over the internet, or from illegal providers, which all showed that the wearers of such lenses were at a significantly higher risk of acute sight-threatening infections and inflammations. Ms. McGivney Nolan continued: “The purchase of any contact lens should only be made with a valid current prescription. Supply of contact lenses without an eye examination and prescription is illegal because it is dangerous. “Contact lenses are a regulated medical product and may only be supplied and fitted by an Optometrist who has been professionally trained in the safe supply, insertion, removal, sterilisation and care of the lenses.”

9 6 t h A n n i ve rs a r y o f t h e P i l tow n A m b u s h AS part of the 1916 celebrations, on Sunday next, 30th October, we will gather to remember the Piltown Ambush which took place on the 1st of November, 1920. We will meet at 1.45 at the Joseph Mary Quainn monument, opposite Kinsalebeg National School, where a member of the Quainn family and members of the local committee will lay wreaths. The Youghal Cork Hill Pipe band will then lead proceedings towards the

Piltown Monument. They will be followed by the Citizen Army and Cumann na mBan re-enactment group. The main speaker will be Cllr Siobhan Whelan (Sinn Fein, pictured above) and the guest speaker will be Tommy McKearney, who is a member of the National Graves Association 1916 Committee. A member of the local committee will sing The Cross of Old Piltown to finish proceedings. There will refreshments available in the Hall afterwards.

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Josephine Ryan has expanded her practice to include Dungarvan JOSEPHINE Ryan, who has a very busy practice in Clonmel for the past 25 years has commenced working one day per week at the Dungarvan Healing and Osteopathic Centre on the Youghal Road in Dungarvan. Josephine is well known in Clonmel for her natural ability in Reflexology, Massage, Indian Head Massage and Reiki. She is also a qualified Homeopath, having graduated from the Burren School of Homeopathy in 2003. Josephine did her Reflexology training with Natural Healing Ireland under the tutorship of Anthony Larkin. She received her diploma in 1991. In1997 she did a post graduate course in Reflexology at the Marino Institute in Dublin. In 1997, she received her diploma in Energy Healing Massage to complement her Reflexology with the Solar Healing Centre. In this year she also qualified in Indian Head Massage with Shamus Lynch in Dublin. In 1996, while travelling in Nepal, she trained as a Reiki healer with Colin Kirch. Also in this year she received an extramural diploma in Counselling from St. Patrick’s College,

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Pictured is JJ Fitzgerald (owner) and his daughter Triona (marketing & social media). Inset: WLR Award.

CPA member Mark Kennedy presenting the CPA Ireland Student Merit Award to Martin Harney from Dunhill.

JJ TRUCK Stop, Youghal Bridge, was awarded the title of ‘Best Breakfast in Waterford’ after WLR FM ran a public vote. They fought off tough competition from hundreds of excellent restaurants in Waterford City, Tramore, Dungarvan, etc.! This is the second time JJ Truck Stop has been up for an award. In December, 2014, they were shortlisted for the ‘Best Café in Ireland’ award. Today FM and Ray D’Arcy broadcasted live from JJ’s Truck Stop at the time, as part of the awards final. JJ Truck Stop would like to thank their amazing customers, all of those who voted, their great staff, high quality local suppliers and all their family and friends for their continued support. You can keep up with all the action at JJ’s over on their Facebook page JJ’s Truckstop.

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Butler wins cross-party support for motion on dementia and Alzheimer’s care PEOPLE UNDER 65 WITH DEMENTIA MUST BE PROVIDED WITH NECESSARY SUPPORT WATERFORD Fianna Fáil TD, Mary Butler has said that the cross-party support for her motion on dementia, and Alzheimer’s care, demonstrates the breadth and depth of feeling on the issue, and the desire for politicians to find a long term solution. “On Wednesday, in a rare moment of political agreement, TDs of all colours and stripes agreed to the Fianna Fáil motion which fundamentally called for greater awareness of the needs of people

living with dementia, and support for them and the people who care for them to stay in their homes for as long as possible,” said Butler. “As Chairperson of the All Party Committee on Dementia and Alzheimer’s, and as party spokesperson on Older People, I’m conscious of the need to find solutions to t h e challenges faced by people w i t h dementia,

and their families.” “We need dementiafriendly communities, progressive increases in investment in home care packages, and a HSE commitment to treating people with dementia and Alzheimer’s as individuals, and developing care plans designed for the person affected.” “Sometimes what is missing in the conversation about dementia are the near 4000 people under the age of 65 who are living with the illness.” “They, and their families, face extreme challenges in accessing the services they need to live their lives with the best quality as possible.” “Home Care packages are directed, at present, at older people, yet the

4,000 people under 65, and their families, urgently need access to the services that these supports provide on a daily basis.” “Ring-fenced funding for dementia services is crucial. Anyone with a dementia or Alzheimer’s diagnosis should be able to obtain services from the HSE irrespective of their age.” “The next number of years will be crucial in putting in place the right national strategies to improve the services available to people with dementia. I’m confident that the goodwill shown by my Dáil colleagues on Wednesday night will ensure that progress can be made quickly on this very important issue,” concluded Butler.

WATERFORD Institute of Technology students Monika Vinoya and Martin Harney were the recipients of the CPA Ireland Student Merit Award for academic excellence at the recent 2016 Dean’s List awards ceremony held at the WIT Campus. Both students achieved the highest results in the Financial Accounting exams in their degree courses. Martin Harney from Dunhill received the award for excelling in his Bachelor of Business (Hons) class. Meanwhile Monika Vinoya, who lives in Waterford City, excelled in the BA (Hons) in her Accounting class. Both students received cheques worth €200 from CPA Ireland, which were presented by CPA member Mark Kennedy, Mark Kennedy & Co. Accountants, Waterford. Paul Treacy, Programme Leader of the BA (Hons) in Accounting, praised the stu-

dents for their outstanding results. “It is important to recognise students who strive to reach excellence in their academic work. I would like to thank CPA Ireland for sponsoring this prize and for continuing to support WIT students in their educational career.” The Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA Ireland) is one of the main Irish accountancy bodies, with 5,000 members and students.The CPA designation is the most commonly used designation worldwide for professional accountants and the Institute’s qualification enjoys wide international recognition. Its membership operates in public practice, industry, financial services and the public sector and CPAs work in 48 countries around the world. For further information visit www.cpaireland.ie

CPA member Mark Kennedy presenting the CPA Ireland Student Merit Award to Monika Vinoya from Waterford city.

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Congratulations to Nicole Ferncombe who was the lucky recipient of a €2,000 Student Bursary from Dungarvan Credit Union. The Student Bursary was launched earlier this year and Dungarvan Credit Union were absolutely delighted with the high number of entries. The draw was done 'Live' on Facebook by our Chairman Gabriel Foley and we wish Nicole all the best in her course at WIT in Applied Social Studies in Social Care. Pictured (l. to r.): Gabriel Foley, Chairman DCU; Nicole Ferncombe, winner, and Orla Dawson, Business Development Officer DCU.

Teachers strike for equal pay ON Thursday, October 27th four secondary schools in West Waterford will be closed, namely Ard Scoil na nDeise, Blackwater Community School, CBS and St. Augustine’s College. The Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland (ASTI) regrets the inconvenience caused to their students and their families as a result of the industrial action being undertaken. Members of the ASTI have balloted by huge majority of 80% in favour of strike action of equal pay for equal work. For the past five years young teachers entering the profession have been placed on reduced salary scales which result in them being paid up to €6,000 per annum less than their col-

leagues who entered teaching up to 2010. These savage cuts were as a result of the dire financial situation in our country at that time. The ASTI is now of the view that there has been sufficient economic recovery to warrant the removal of this inequity. The number of teachers subjected to this discrimination is only a small percentage of the profession. Their pre 2010 colleagues, who are not subjected to these pay cuts, have felt most uncomfortable in teaching classes in the knowledge that the person in the classroom next door, though equally qualified, is being treated so unfairly by being paid sub-

stantially less. This discomfort was reflected in the very high turnout in the recent ballot and in the massive vote for strike action which sends a clear message to the government that the ASTI will no longer tolerate this pay inequity. The ASTI is committed to ending this blatant discrimination of young teachers and is demanding the restoration of equal pay for equal work. It is worth noting that the vast majority of ASTI teachers partaking in this strike action have absolutely nothing to gain personally except that they will now be able to look their post 2010 colleagues in the eye with a clear conscience.

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Council to make defence in EPA court case WATERFORD City and County Council will be defending a court case in relation to an EPA prosecution over the alleged temporary storage of dredged material at a location near Passage East. At the October meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Mary Roche noted that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) brought the prosecution against the Council. She said if the Council is found guilty of the offence, it will,“no doubt have a significant budgetary impact”.

She questioned if the Council is defending the case, and said she didn’t want the Council to end up with a massive bill at the end. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin confirmed the Council would be defending its actions and said the court case is pending, so couldn’t go into detail. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan sought information as to who made the report to the EPA that the Council were allegedly in breach of EPA requirements.

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Eugene Broderick author of 'Patterns and Patrons The Holy Wells of Waterford' pictured with Pat Murphy from Mothel at the launch of 'Patterns and Patrons' at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Important (subsidised) training coming up in Dungarvan Enterprise Centre SALES EXCELLENCE PROGRAMME To be a top performer today, you as a salesperson need to know more and know it at a higher level of competency than ever before. What makes this more challenging is that your customer expectations are a moving target. What your customer expected five years ago versus today presents a dramatic contrast. New dates for upcoming Sales Excellence Programme at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre Dates Wednesday, 26th October Wednesday, 2nd November Wednesday, 2nd November Wednesday, 9th November Wednesday, 9th November Wednesday, 16th November Wednesday, 16th November Wednesday, 23rd November Wednesday, 23rd November Monday, 28th November Monday, 28th November Wednesday, 30th November TBC

New Dates Schedule Modules One to one clinic needs assessment Goal Setting 1 Personal Selling Techniques 1 Personal Selling Techniques 2 Developing your USP Presentation Skills 1 Preparation for Cold Selling Presentation Skills 2 Time Management 1 Closing the sale Presentation skills 3 Time management 2 Presentation Skills 4 (To be agreed with group members)

Time (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) (2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m.) (10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.) TBC

The programme commences on Wednesday, 26th October at 10 am and runs every Wednesday thereafter in the Dungarvan Enterprise centre. As this programme is tailored around your needs, you can pick and choose which module suits you best. It is €30 per module or €140 for the entire programme. To find out more about this unique a la carte programme you can log onto www.localenterprise.ie/waterford. To book a place, you can email the Local Enterprise Office Waterford at info@leowaterford-council.ie or log onto www.localenterprise.ie/waterford Any queries in relation to the course content or bookings, please contact Local Enterprise Office on 0761 10 2905. You can also contact Aisling or Carmel at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre on 058/23598. MASTERING SOCIAL MEDIA Let’s face it, no matter what kind of business you are in, you can be sure that all your customers are using Social Media. As you are aware it is hard to keep on top of Social Media whilst running your business. So knowing how to master your Social Media will give you a great opportunity to get involved with your customers online, build relationships, encourage loyalty and generate referrals. New Dates Social Media Modules Facebook Workshop 2.00 – 5.00 p.m. 10.00 a.m. Facebook Targeting 2–5 p.m. Twitter 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. Full Day Wednesday, 30th November 2-5 p.m. Instagram, Snapchat Social Media Platforms 2.00 – 5.00 p.m. Tuesday, 6th December 10.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m. Email/ Analytics SEO/SEM Social Media 2.00 – 5.00 p.m. Data protection Conclusions 10.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m. Full Day Tuesday, 8th November Tuesday, 22nd November

For those who haven't already booked a place on this course, please go to: https://www.localenterprise.ie/Waterford/Training-Events/Online-Bookings/MasteringSocial-Media-Programme.html Any questions regarding the course, booking online, or bookings in general, please contact Local Enterprise Office on: 0761-10 2905 or call Aisling or Carmel at DEC: 058-23598. Please note that places are filling fast!

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Bolands Waterford i nv i te s yo u to t h e n ew C i t r o ë n C 3 p r ev i e w BOLANDS Wateford are delighted to announce that it will be welcoming the Citroën ‘Le Grand Tour’ Roadshow from the 31st October - 6th November, 2016, and will host an exclusive information evening in the showroom on Thursday, 3rd November, 2016 from 5.30 p.m. – 8.00 p.m. The exciting roadshow offers customers a showcase of the brand’s four newly launched models as well as an extra special VIP preview of the unique New Citroën C3, due to launch in Ireland in January 2017. Le Grand Tour offers attendees the opportunity to get up close and personal with the striking New Citroën, and learn more about the wide new range of new Citroën vehicles on offer all with Citroën advanced comfort and Europe’s leading low CO2

manufacturer. On show will be the C4 Cactus Rip Curl special edition and the new edition of Ireland’s Top Selling 7-seater, the Grand C4 Picasso, the 5-seater C4 Picasso, New 8-seater Spacetourer for those looking for more space. With its BlueHDi diesel and PureTech petrol ‘Engine of the Year’ for the second year running, the Citroën 2017 passenger car range has an efficient vehicle for every segment, meeting the needs of every customer in an environmentally friendly way. As part of the roadshow visit and to celebrate the recent reveal of the new C3 WRC concept car at the Paris Motor Show, Bolands Waterford will host a customer event on Thursday, 3rd November, 2016, with the showroom filled with rally themed fun for attendees

to enjoy; including rally driving simulators and a fun photo booth. All guests at the event will receive a Free Winter Check and are also in with the chance of winning a VIP Rally Experience for two people to the World Rally Championships in 2017! Customers who place orders by putting down a €500 deposit during Le Grand Tour will receive their deposit back as a €500 Christmas shopping voucher for Dunnes Stores – perfect for helping you get organised ahead of the festive season and an extra bonus to help you get behind the wheel of a new Citroën in the New Year! For more information on the Le Grand Tour and to reserve tickets for the Bolands Waterford event log onto www.LeGrandTour.ie

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Dungarvan roundabouts envy of East Waterford DUNGARVAN is once again the envy of East Waterford, as city-based Councillors marvelled at the work taking place on roundabouts around the town. At the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Jim Griffin

described Dungarvan as ‘the envy of everyone’ in East Waterford, saying the roundabouts in the town “look spectacular”. He questioned if there were any plans to do similar work with the roundabouts based in

Waterford City. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said there is a sponsorship scheme in place in Dungarvan, and there are plans to do a similar sponsorship scheme in Waterford City, where local businesses sponsor a roundabout.

Waterford placed tenth in country for overseas visitors in 2015 WATERFORD’S position as tenth in the country for overseas visitors was acknowledged at the October meeting of the local authority. Cllr. Mary Roche noted that Waterford had 263,000 overseas visitors last year, ranking it the tenth county in Ireland for overseas visitors. She said those figures “are very strong”. “It is an enormous achievement,” she said. According to the Regional Tourism performance figures for 2015, Waterford received over 81,000 overseas visitors from mainland Europe, followed by 80,000 from North America, and 79,000 overseas visitors from Britain.There were 24,000 overseas visitors listed as ‘other areas’. The revenue generated by the 263,000 overseas visitors to

Waterford was calculated at €75m. Our neighbour, Tipperary South, had a total of 133,000 overseas visitors in 2015, generating €41m in revenue. Meanwhile, Cllr. Roche told the Council meeting that there are areas of Waterford City’s Viking Triangle which are “devoid of people” between 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and asked if the Council has a strategic plan to address that issue. Chief Executive, Michael Walsh said there is a review being carried out by consultants to see what needs to be done overall. He said that when the consultants report is completed, it will be shared with Councillors, but Mr. Walsh pointed out there may be budgetary issues that need to be considered. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan queried

if there were any plans to continue the ‘Three Sisters’ brand that was created during the bid for the European Capital of Culture for 2020. He said the three local authorities (Waterford, Kilkenny and Wexford) had allocated funding for regional arts and culture. Mr.Walsh replied that the cultural panels from the three local authorities were brought together to review the current situation. “We will be seeking to continue the co-operation in the culture area and hope to retain the Three Sisters brand,” said Mr. Walsh. “We are hoping to broaden the Three Sisters brand into other spheres and activities as well. The dialogue is ongoing, because the brand was well received,” Mr. Walsh added.

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No forward progress on climate change HOT on the heels of a recent international report on climate change which said that the hole in the ozone layer is healing itself, another report this week says that greenhouse gases rose to a record high in 2015. This is set to have an adverse effect on climate change which will not be countered for several generations to come. We in Ireland continue to make our contribution to a reduction in our greenhouse gases, but it is unfortunate that much of our carbon footprint is caused by gases emanating from farm animals, particularly from the cows and cattle which contribute so much to our economy through milk and beef production. Farming and downstream activities are still our greatest employer; generator of national income and tax to the exchequer. Ireland has managed at last to capitalise on our international reputation as a green country – literally – and with our high quality of food production, we are now capable of feeding thirty million people with a target of fifty million people within a decade. Much of this expansion will be based on milk and beef and will continue to cause problems in relation to greenhouse gases, unless some new technology can be developed to counter the problem. Ireland’s Agri-Food companies employ over 163,000 people. Irish food and drink exports are worth over €10.8bn annually, and go to 175 different global markets. Ireland continues to attract international companies from sectors such as Dairy, Prepared Consumer Foods, Beverages, Fish and Seafood and Pet Food and Animal Nutrition. A significant reduction in our greenhouse gas production could be made by switching our coal-burning electricity generating station at Moneypoint to a more acceptable form of fuel. At the moment, Moneypoint

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate consumes about two million tons of coal each year, which, if eliminated, would make a major difference. Ireland’s target of having 40 per cent of energy needs met by renewable sources by 2020 could be met in a single stroke if the Moneypoint power station in Co. Clare was converted from coal to biomass. The National Climate Change Strategy, produced by the Department of the Environment in 2000, said that "measures supportive of ceasing coal-firing in Moneypoint by 2008" will be put in place. So far, there has been little or no progress in reducing the amount of coal burned at Moneypoint annually. The production of milled peat is also set to be phased out in midland bogs, to be replaced by the growing of vegetation suitable for biomass fuel. While we as a ‘little nation’ of just four million people strive to make our contribution to the elimination and reversal of climate change, giant economies like the United States and China, with enormous reserves of coal are unlikely to change those ‘dirty’ habits anytime soon. If they could be persuaded – force is out of the question – then we would have a better and cleaner world to which our children could look forward.

Beating the burglar THOSE who have suffered at the hands of burglars invariably say that even worse than the loss of goods and valuables, is the feeling of having had one’s house violated. The thought of someone rummaging around in

their most private places at home would be repugnant to everyone, which is why the Gardai launched a new initiative this week to educate the public and prevent as many burglaries as possible. The concept of a masked burglar wielding a curved nailbar with a sack over his back is long gone as, according to Garda figures break-ins through front doors are now the most common entry route for burglars. Again, the concept that most burglaries are carried out in the dead of night is not accurate as, again according to the Gardai, 46 of Winter burglaries occur between 5.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. While it may seem a little outlandish and something out of cartoon films, last year there were 160 cases of ‘keys being fished’ through letterboxes. Yet, knowing this, people still leave the keys to valuable cars, or just the shabby looking family saloon, in full view – through the letterbox – into their homes. The Gardai are advising people to ‘close the door on burglars’ as latest figures show that nearly one in every three burglaries involves a break-in through the front door. There were 163 such cases reported to Gardaí over the 12-month period. The Dublin region was the most affected, with 75 of fishing incidents occurring in the capital. The figures, which are based on an analysis of burglaries from July 2015 to June 2016, show jewellery and cash remain the most common objects stolen, with €600 being the average value of goods taken. Computers, mobile phones, TVs and games consoles are also among the top items stolen. To avoid that sense of violation, or the sinking feeling as you approach your open front door after a day or evening out knowing the burglars have been, is to take logical and sensible precautions every day, every night and every time you leave the house. To make it difficult for a burglar may be your saving grace as he may well head off to an easier target. To guard your home and insurance cover, take all reasonable and sensible precautions and beat the burglar before he has a chance to do what he is good at.

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O’Donnell expresses concern over pedestrian safety at Grattan Square A WATERFORD Councillor has expressed his fear for people’s safety in Grattan Square, Dungarvan, over the new ‘shared space’ concept which was developed as part of the Smarter Travel revamp of the town centre. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell noted that the traffic lights have been removed from the bottom of Mary Street junction with Grattan Square and the T. F. Meagher Street junction at the Bank of Ireland and expressed his worry that it could lead to collisions and accidents. “People are walking out in front of traffic and someone will be killed if those lights aren’t put back in place,” Cllr. O’Donnell warned. The Smarter Travel Project has introduced a ‘shared space’ concept to Grattan Square - an urban design approach which minimises the separation of vehicles and pedestrians by removing features such as

kerbs, traffic lights, and road surface markings. It is understood the designers believe that by creating a greater sense of uncertainty and making it unclear who has priority, it should lead to drivers reducing their speed. Cllr. O’Donnell also expressed concerns over safety of pedestrians using the crossing on the North East side of the Square. “There is a Loading Bay at that location and I believe it is too close to the pedestrian crossing,” he said. “I’d be in favour of shifting that loading bay, because I think it is too dangerous being so close to the crossing.” Cllr. O’Donnell also hit out at the ‘fried egg’ bump in the road at the Mary Street junction with the Square. “I want that removed and the Square needs to be properly lined,” he said. SIGNS NOT ‘AS GAEILGE’ Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Donnell has expressed

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Update on Grattan Square works FOLLOWING the weekly meeting with Wills Brothers Contractors, representatives from Smarter Travel and Waterford City and County Council, the Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber can confirm the following update: Work on Mary Street – Work on the footpath which was going from Shaws towards Grattan Square and from Bygone Times up towards the church will join up by the end of next week. Tie in work ’between the footpath and the pedestrian crossing at the Scanlan’s yard alleyway will take place this week, it is expected it will be completed by mid-next week and will mainly be worked on in the evenings.The Council are still working on a resurfacing spec it is hoped it will be completed inside working week 7-11 November. Mary Street will continue to have a one way towards Grattan Square and space to park until further notice. Mary Street Roundabout - Smarter travel will observe this newly laid roundabout and decide if a colour needs to be applied to define it. Chamber also lobbied for signage so motorists know they are coming to a ‘shared space roundabout’. TF Meagher Street – Kerbing work is to be finished along the edge of the footpath

near Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds, this is a small job and will be completed at the start of November. Cleaning - Cleaning will take place in small sections by day and in some areas by night. It is expected this will create better colour definition between the bricks and defined areas. Snagging is taking place all over the Square for the next few weeks. The Lady Belle –There is a possibility of paving work being extended from Grattan Square to the corner of The Lady Belle, this could start next week (1st November). The timeframe would be 4 weeks total. It is additional to the Smarter Travel project and is yet to be signed off by Waterford Council. Education Campaign - The Chamber has requested an educational campaign and signage to communicate with the general public that Dungarvan is now a ‘Shared Urban Space’ and what this entails. Tie In Works – the marrying of existing road levels to newly paved areas will take place on the relevant streets over between now and November 11th. ESB Boxes –Areas on the corners of Grattan Square are currently being prepared for the ESB boxes which will be inserted in the next week or two.

Main picture: showing the ‘fried egg’ bump in the road at the Mary Street junction with Grattan Square. Inset: Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell. his extreme annoyance at the fact that signs erected during the works to direct traffic and pedestrians were in English and Polish languages, but not Irish. He drew attention to the

fact that Irish is the first official language of the country and the signs should have been in Irish and the second official language, English, before the Polish language.

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ISPCC Childline launches new digital animation ad: “You’re not on Your Own” highlighting its text service for young people THE ISPCC recently launched its new digital animation and print advertisement for Childline, reminding young people that “you’re not on your own”. The ad highlights the availability of Childline’s text service, which received over 18,000 contacts last year, and is growing in popularity; Childline received almost 440,000 contacts last year across its phone, text and online services. The concept for the ad was created by the creative team in Ogilvy & Mather which has been a long-time supporter of the ISPCC.The development of the advertisement was supported by funding from the National Office for Suicide Prevention’s Connecting for Life programme. Set in a typical teenager’s bedroom, with the posters and pictures of teenage years and the soft toys of childhood still apparent, it contains dozens of separate animations, each singly brought to life to reflect the young person’s mood. The ad represents how, when you are feeling down, it can become overwhelming, with your whole environment seeming isolating and oppressing. But there is always help available. Grainia Long, ISPCC CEO, said “We are delighted to launch this creative and engaging advertisement

for our Childline text service. The children and young people who contact the ISPCC do so for a whole range of reasons, some life-changing, some more every-day, but all of those reasons are hugely important to them. When you feel down, your whole world can too. But we are here, always, to listen, and to help young people find the resilience that they need to cope with the challenges they face in life”. We are extremely grateful to all of the immensely talented and creative people who gave so generously of their skills and their time to make this advertisement a reality.We want young people all over Ireland to see this ad, so please like and share it as much as possible. We’d love to hear from anyone who is interested in helping us to share it and get the message out to as many young people as possible: “you’re not on your own”. Childline answers over 1,200 contacts from children all over Ireland, every single day, and night. Children contact Childline to talk about everything from everyday troubles to major life issues, with thousands of calls every year from children experiencing issues such as loneliness, isolation, bullying, distress and abuse. 69 per cent of calls are from boys, with girls

using the text and online services more frequently. Last year Childline answered 421,672 calls to the phone service and 18,304 contacts to its Childline online service options, 67% of those contacts were made by girls. The ad was brought to life by a fabulous team of committed volunteers, including Marcus Hartung and Emma Fielding for Ogilvy, produced by Conor McGuinness of McGoo media, filmed by Kieron J. Walsh and Glen Collins in Pull the Trigger, while the incredible post-production was done by Hubert Montag and Jake Walshe in Screenscene, with sound by Dean Jones. Print photography was by Liam Murphy and Lee Hickman.The advertisement was acted by emerging actress Abby Fitzmorris and the voice over was by actress India Mullen. The ad, “You’re not on your own”, is hosted on the ISPCC’s YouTube platforms and will run on some digital platforms for several weeks. Through the ISPCC’s partnership with Dublin Airport Authority, it is visible in terminal one and two and the ISPCC is seeking interested media partners to help push the ad through various channels. The ISPCC is seeking to share and like it online with as many people as possible.

Calling on Waterford schools, businesses and community organisations to get involved in Wear Red Day WATERFORD schools, businesses, community and sports organisations are being encouraged to get involved in Wear Red Day, a new initiative launched by the anti-racism and education charity, Show Racism the Red Card (SRtRC). Show Racism the Red Card is encouraging Waterford organisations to wear red Friday, 25th November, and help raise much needed funds for the charity. All funds raised through Wear Red Day will be used by Show Racism the Red Card to continue to challenge racism through providing education resources, programmes and intercultural activities which support integration.

Speaking about the initiative, Garrett Mullan, Co-ordinator of Show Racism the Red Card, said: “With 46 per cent of teachers saying they have witnessed racism in the classroom, and increasing reports of racism elsewhere, it’s of utmost importance that racism continues to be tackled and integration promoted. We are asking businesses, schools, sports and community organisations from Waterford to support us in our work by getting involved in Wear Red Day to help us to continue raising awareness of what racism is and to help us develop our education programmes.” “Getting involved in

Wear Red Day is easy simply get in contact with us, we’ll send you out your fundraiser pack with helpful tips on how to boost donations, such as holding a penalty shoot-out competition, wear red on 25th November and collect a donation from everyone participating. It’s a fun way to help us raise awareness of racism and how to actively combat it.” Show Racism the Red Card are also encouraging participants to share their activities on social media using the hashtag #WRD16. For further information on how to get involved, please contact info@theredcard.ie

Pictured at a previous Show Racism the Red Card event is Abel Tcaci from Castaheany Educate Together School in Lucan, Dublin, and TV presenter Diana Bunici. [Marc O’Sullivan]

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All the baking ingredients you’ll ever need! Pictured at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2016 which took place in the Tullamore Distillery Visitor Centre recently were Brian Nation with Peter Mulryan and Kieran Curtain of Blackwater Distillery, Cappoquin, Waterford who won Irish Gin of the Year for Boyle's Gin Small Batch.

Boyle’s Gin Small Batch awarded top accolade at this year’s Irish Whiskey Awards BOYLE’S Gin Small Batch, which is produced in Blackwater Distillery, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, has been named the best Irish Gin at the Irish Whiskey Awards. The 2016 awards, which took place in the Tullamore Distillery (on the 20th of October) also saw gold medals being given to Blackwater Irish Spirits, Knocanore, Co Waterford for Thin Gin and Dublin City Gin for the same category. The Irish Whiskey Awards, which are in their fourth year, recognises the excellence and innovation from indigenous producers and distillers. The awards spanned a total of 20 categories, including recognition of the best in Irish gin, Irish vodka, Irish liqueur, craft beer and Whiskey Bar of the Year. Ally Alpine, Managing Director of Celtic Whiskey Shop

and the Irish Whiskey Awards, said: “Each year the Irish Whiskey Awards have gone from strength to strength and with over 100 entries to this year’s awards, it made the competition tougher than ever. We are proud to have this platform to showcase the very best in the industry.” The winners of the Irish Whiskey Awards will be celebrated at Ireland’s premier whiskey tasting event, Whiskey Live Dublin in The Printworks, Dublin Castle, Dublin 2, on Saturday the 5th of November. The showcase will be divided into two sessions (13:30-17:00 and 18:00- 21:30), tickets are priced at €42 plus booking fee with the Celtic Whiskey Shop donating €10 per ticket to Down Syndrome Dublin. Masterclass tickets are an additional €5, with all money donated to Down Syndrome Dublin.

‘Dementia Café’ at Dungarvan Community Hospital DUNGARVAN Community Hospital will host a “Dementia Café” on Tuesday, 1st November. Intended as an information forum, the “café” aims to raise the profile of dementia, build relationships locally and provide information relevant to people living with dementia and to their families, carers and friends. Speaking ahead of the “Dementia Café, which takes place from 10.00 a.m. until 1.00 p.m. in the Day Room of Dungarvan Community Hospital on Tuesday next, Ms. Paula French

(the hospital’s Director of Nursing) said: “Awareness is very important on the issue of dementia and we are committed here at Dungarvan Community Hospital to having plenty of infor-mation in circulation on the subject.We hosted a similar café earlier this year in the hospital and it was as a result of positive feedback to it that we are having our next event on Tuesday, 1st November.” “We have a number of guest speakers coming to the “café” in

Dungarvan on Tuesday next to present information relevant to the care of and living well with dementia. Issues such as legal considerations, capacity, advanced health directives, information about rights and entitlements and day to day experiences of managing the challenges of dementia will be discussed in an informal “café” setting.” “I would ask the public to note that booking is essential for this event, the contact telephone number here at Dungarvan Community Hospital in that regard being (058) 20951.”

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Margaret Harty, Harty Auctioneers, and Lucia Quealy, Terra Nua Building Contractors, attending the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Cormac Curran, Sinead, David and Gerardine Reynolds (Sherry Fitzgerald Reynolds) attending the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Pat Williams, FDC, speaking at the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dolores Reddy, Sean Browne and Trish Feeney (JBW Accountants) attending the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Johnny Curran, Cleanzone Technology, and Mary Beresford attending the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Anne Cotter and Christine O'Donovan, Bank of Ireland, attending the Dungarvan Chamber Budget [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel.

Attendees at the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel.

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Ann Marie Rossiter, Chamber President, pictured with Gerald Owens, Michael O'Keeffe and Pat Williams, FDC Accountants, attending [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] the Dungarvan Chamber Budget Breakfast with FDC Accountants at The Park Hotel.

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CEARDLANNA EOLAIS CHOMHPHÁIRTÍOCHT LEADER PHORT LÁIRGE Mar eolas don phobal beidh na ceardlanna eolais seo a leanas á reachtáil roimh don ghairm oifigiúil a oscailt chun glacadh le Léiriú Suime i gcomhair cistithe faoi bhrat An Chláir Náisiúnta nua Um Fhorbairt Tuaithe 2014-2020 Tá freastal ar cheann amháin de na ceardlanna seo a leanas éigeantach dóibhsean gur mian leo cur isteach ar chistiú . Dáta Ionad Am Dé Máirt Óstán Majestic , An Trá Mhór 7.30in 1 Samhain ‘16 Dé Céadaoin Ionad Pobail Bhaile Mhic Cairbre 7.30in 2 Samhain '16 Déardaoin Halla an Tuair Cheatha, Cill Mhic Thomáisín 7.30in 3 Samhain '16 Déardaoin An Halla Dearg, Lios Mór 7.30in 10 Samhain ‘16 Dé Luain Óstán na Páirce, Dún Garbhán (Beidh aistriúchán comhuainneach ar fáil) 7.30in 14 Samhain '16 Cuir áit in áirithe don cheardlann gur mian leat freastal uirthi. Táthar ag glacadh le háirithintí faoi láthair ag 058 54646 nó ag info@wlp.ie. Tar éis do dhuine freastal ar cheann amháin de na ceardlanna thuasluaite, iarrfaidh Comhpháirtíocht Leader Phort Láirge thar cheann Choiste Um Fhorbairt Phobail Áitiúil Phort Láirge, Léiriú Suime sna gairmeacha tograí seo a leanas ó dhaoine aonair, ó ghnólachtaí, ó theaghlaigh feirmeoireachta, ó ghrúpaí nach ar son brabúis iad agus ó pháirtithe leasmhara eile nach iad, a bhaineann leis na gairmeacha tograí seo a leanas – 1. Turasóireacht Tuaithe Turasóireacht Ghníomhaíochta, Cultúr & Oidhreacht, Turasóireacht

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Pictured is Luke Moore, Hillview Drive, Dungarvan, who graduated from Cork Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computing.

Council asked to be ‘more aggressive’ over getting 24/7 cardiac unit for UHW WATERFORD City and County Council was asked to take “a more aggressive approach” towards getting a 24/7 cardiac care unit at University Hospital Waterford. At the October meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Davy Daniels noted that certain indications were given that UHW getting a second catheterisation lab was “a done deal”, particularly as part of the formation of the new minority Fine Gael-led Government. “I feel we should take a more aggressive view on this,” said Cllr. Daniels. “When it comes to Waterford, there is always an excuse.We will not take ‘no’ for an answer anymore on this,” he said. Cllr. Daniels asked the Council to write to Health Minister Simon Harris and demand a meeting with him on the matter. Cllr. Cha O’Neill said the Council previously passed a Notice of Motion on the issue and suggested it should be circulated to

the other local authorities in the South East. Cllr. Mary Roche concurred, saying the Mayor should contact by phone the other Mayors and Chairpersons in the region. She also suggested the Mayor should put together a delegation from the Council to meet directly with cardiologists at UHW. Mayor Adam Wyse said he was agreeable to the suggestion. A number of revelations have surfaced since the publication of the Herity report into UHW which did not agree that the hospital required a second cath lab. The Department of Health and HSE have been accused of interfering into the independent review, via a briefing note to the report’s author, Dr. Niall Herity, which stated a second cath lab for UHW “was not a top investment priority”. The report was described as “fundamentally flawed” because it referred to a

280,000 catchment population, rather than the region which UHW serves, which has a population of 520,000. There was further outrage when it was revealed a special audit report submitted to the HSE, Department of Health and former Health Minister, Leo Varadkar, in November, 2015, detailed mounting concerns of doctors at UHW over the waiting lists for cardiac care had been steadily increasing since 2010, and that 18 patients may have suffered heart attacks while on the cardiac waiting list at UHW over the past five years. There was also allegations that the hospital’s risk rating was reduced from a 20 out of 25 to 16 out of 25 in April this year, before the Herity report was commissioned. A complaint over the alleged downgrading of the risk rating was made to the Gardaí by EU candidate for Ireland South, Kieran Hartley.

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WLP INFORMATION WORKSHOPS Please be advised that the following information workshops will be held in advance of opening the official call for Expression of Interests (EoI) for funding under the new Rural Development Programme 2014-2020. Attendance at one of these sessions is compulsory if you intend to apply for funding. Date Venue Tues 1st Nov '16 Majestic Hotel, Tramore Wed 2nd Nov '16 Ballymacarbry Community Centre Thurs 3rd Nov '16 Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas Thurs 10th Nov '16 Red Hall, Lismore Mon 14th Nov '16 Park Hotel, Dungarvan (Irish translator will be available at this workshop) Please book the workshop that you will attend. Bookings are currently being taken on 058 54646 or at info@wlp.ie.

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Following attendance at one of the above workshops, Waterford Leader Partnership CLG (WLP), on behalf of Waterford Local Community Development Committee (LCDC), will seek Expressions of Interest from individuals, businesses, farm families, not for profit groups, and any other interested parties under the following project calls – 1. Rural Tourism 2. Enterprise 3. Community 4. Renewable Energy 5. Rural Youth Investment Support In Community Development of Renewable Youth Facilities Capital Investment in Existing & StartActivity Tourism, Facilities & Service Centres Energy & Bio diversity Culture & Heritage, Eco Up Technology, Development of Rural Food Businesses, Investment in Digital Tourism, Community & New Media, Light Engineering Hostels/RV Parks/Glamping (Please note the Calls will be officially advertised and the scoring criteria and budgets for each heading will be clearly outlined at a later stage).

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2016 Waterford Healthcare Conference announced …

Utilising our community resources to maximise patient health and wellbeing WATERFORD Chamber Skillnet has announced the 2016 Waterford Healthcare Conference, which is set to take place on Thursday, November 3rd, at Waterford Institute of Technology Cork Road Campus. This is the third annual Waterford Healthcare Conference. Announcing the conference title and details Sara Mullally of Waterford Chamber Skillnet said, “ This conference is themed: “Utilising our Community Resources to Maximise Patient Health & Wellbeing”. As the number of patients on waiting lists continues to grow, the aim of this conference is to inform Healthcare practitioners of the services available within the community beyond a local hospital setting that may benefit daily practice and the wellbeing of patients, whilst supporting to reduce unnecessary referrals for minor visits and procedures.” The conference is for those working within a healthcare setting in a professional or voluntary capacity who would like to learn more from fellow providers within the community and share knowledge of their services through networking at this event. A panel of seven expert guest speakers will inform the audience on a variety of topics on the day, Mary Burke, Clinical Nurse Manager will take to the podium. Mary has participated in leading the development and roll-out of four hugely successful community intervention nursing teams in the South East of Ireland over

the last four years, delivering community oncology urology and OPAT services to patients in the primary health care setting. Mary will discuss Caredoc Community Intervention Service Delivering Health Care in the Community. Clinical Nurse Specialist Geraldine Murray will take to the stage; Geraldine is currently working with the Waterford Hospice Care Team. Geraldine has been working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist for almost nine years in both the acute and home care setting; Geraldine will look at the area of ‘Community Palliative Care, Palliative Care Needs Assessment’. Chartered Physiotherapist Siobhan Fitzpatrick will also discuss ‘Improving Chronic Illness Care in our Community’. Siobhan is highly skilled in the treatment of all musculoskeletal dysfunction and has a special interest in sports injuries and Occupational Health. She is also the owner of Waterford Chartered Physiotherapy Clinic, Occupational Health in University Hospital Waterford. Registered General Nurse and Occupational Therapist Gemma Flynn will share insights to her work as a Care Co-ordinator with Home Instead Senior care for over three years. Gemma will look at ‘Private Home Care Services Supporting People in the Community’. Delving into the area of practicing mindfulness and meditation will be Deirdre Dowling. Deirdre has been

exploring and practicing mindfulness for seven years and is trained as a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher with the Institute for Mindfulness Based Approaches (Germany) and is also a qualified Teacher (Mindfulness for Adolescents) with the Mindfulness in Schools Project. Deirdre is also a facilitator at The Sanctuary, Dublin founded by Sister Stanislaus. She has been working in community education for the past 15 years where she has delivered HSE health education programmes, and facilitated bereavement support groups for the Irish Sudden Infant Death Association. Deirdre also delivers bereavement education workshops for the Irish Hospice Foundation. Dr. Fergus MacNamara who is a General Practitioner and Partner with The Keogh Practice will also speak at the conference discussing ‘Services available in General Practice’ and Dr. Emmet Walls, Consultant in Palliative Medicine HSE at University Hospital Waterford will look at the area of Palliative Care and discuss ‘What’s it all about’. For further details on the conference and to book at place, contact Donna at skillnet@waterfordchamber.ie Waterford Chamber Skillnet is funded by member companies and the Training Networks Programmes, an initiative of Skillnets, funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Education & Skills.

No.9 Wins Best Family Friendly Restaurant 2016. Pictured are Lisa Fitzgerald and Jackie Hanrahan.

Waterford’s No.9 Café wins Best Family Friendly Restaurant in Ireland! Pip & Pear also won the Best Baby Food Award No.9 CAFÉ Barronstrand St. is delighted to be named Ireland’s Best Family Friendly Restaurant at the Boots Maternity and Infant awards which took place Friday, 14th October, in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire. The Boots Maternity and Infant Awards celebrate the best products, stores, restaurants and brands in the industry as well as the unsung heroes who go that extra mile to support their families. The awards are based on public vote as well as expert testing from both leaders in the industry and also real families who trialed and tested hundreds of products and services around the country.

Various ‘mystery families’ visited No.9 Café during the Summer months to check out the café’s fantastic service, delicious menu and most importantly, to experience the restaurants marvelous ability to cater for families. No.9 has a dedicated baby and children’s menu along with a superb play area for little ones to enjoy and it is this unique service that attracts parents from all over the country. Pip & Pear also won the Best Baby Food Award. The wholesome chilled baby food range was first created in the kitchen of No.9 and so Irene, Bill and Lisa are thrilled with the success of both No.9 Café and Pip & Pear.

Sinn Féin publish motion to block politicians’ pay rises SINN Féin Spokesperson for Public Expenditure and reform David Cullinane TD has published a motion that will call on the Government to stop pay increases due under the Lansdowne Road Agreement. Speaking recently, Deputy Cullinane said:“This is an issue of fairness. We are still witnessing a two-tier recovery. “The legacy of cuts to pay and public services continues to place enormous pressure on ordinary people and households.

“The Lansdowne Road Agreement failed to address the issue of pay inequality for post-2011 entrants, while giving partial pay restoration to those on wages over €65,000. “In this context is it wrong for TDs to jump the queue.The fact that the first repayment to TDs and Senators will take place on 1st April, 2017, is a joke in very poor taste. “Sinn Féin opposed the terms and conditions of the various FEMPI acts. When the legislation was first

brought to the House we put forward amendments to reduce Deputies' pay to €75,000. This was rejected of course, and TDs continue to be very-well paid. “Currently, a public sector worker on an average salary of between €35,000 and €40,000 per annum will receive a €1,000 increase or restoration, yet TDs who are on over €87,258, will see their salary rise to €92,672. I do not believe that is justified. “It is unfair that somebody on €30,000 or

€40,000 per year, an average wage in the public sector, is getting pay restoration of €1,000 while Deputies are expected to take over €100 a week. “We hope that all parties will support this motion, and we can start to focus on the outstanding issues in the public sector and acknowledge that pay restoration for TDs is not, and should not be treated as, a top priority. “Sinn Féin TDs will not take this pay increase regardless of whether our motion is successful or not.”

Pip & Pear Wins Best Baby Food Award 2016 Brian Ormond. Pictured left to right: Irene Queally and Clodagh Phelan.

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Official opening of Greenway expected to coincide with anniversary of last passenger train to use route

Pictured is Sarah Lyons who graduated from Cork Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Nutrition & Health Science. Pictured with Sarah are her parents Derek and Catherine and brother Daragh.

Director of Services to investigate water connection fees THE Director of Services at Waterford City and County Council is to investigate a situation where Irish Water are claiming that connection fees to water mains for new builds are set by the local authority. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald had brought up at a previous meeting of the local authority a situation where a person was being charged €5,738 for connection to the water mains which was just outside his property. At the time, Cllr. Fitzgerald said when he contacted Irish Water, he was told it was ‘the doings of the local authority’, but when he rang the local authority, he was told it was the responsibility of Irish Water. Speaking at the October meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. Fitzgerald said this charge imposed by Irish Water “is extremely excessive”.

“We can’t expect people to pay these types of fees on top of development charges. “We really have to look at this and question why Irish Water are allowed to charge that type of fee.” Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said it was primarily a matter for Irish Water. “I note what you say, but the Council has no input,” said Mr. Galvin. Cllr. Fitzgerald said Irish Water “told the customer that the local authority is setting the rates and that is what Irish Water are charging”. “They are putting the onus back on the Council,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald. Mr. Galvin sought specific details of the matter from Cllr. Fitzgerald and said he would personally investigate it. Meanwhile, Cllr. Joe Kelly said he

has received a lot of calls from people about blocked drains in people’s back gardens, and queried who is responsible for fixing blocked drains on private property. Mr. Galvin said the drain from the private house to the point where it meets the public service pipe is owned and maintained by the owner of the house, even in cases where that drain serves a couple of houses and traverses the curtilage of several houses. “It is the responsibility of the property owners to maintain the drains,” he said. “Only in cases where the main drain serves a street or estate, and it is in the garden of a house, then it is the responsibility of Irish Water,” Mr. Galvin said, acknowledging that there “could be some grey areas” in that.

THE official opening of the Waterford Greenway is to coincide with the 50th Anniversary of the last passenger train to use the old railway line. Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council, Michael Walsh, responding to a question from Cllr. Pat Nugent at the October meeting of the local authority, said it is expected the Greenway will be formally opened around the 25th or 27th March, 2017, which will coincide with the 50th Anniversary of the last passenger train that ran along the line. Cllr. Nugent had queried whether all the ‘stumbling blocks’ had been sorted so the amenity could be opened. Mr. Walsh said the primary impediment is simply time to get the work done. “We are satisfied that all other impediments are, or will be resolved in the next two to three weeks,” he said. Mr. Walsh said while the Greenway would be “unofficially open” in the next five to six weeks, the expectation was that it would be formally opened in March next year.

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A NEW HERITAGE PLAN FOR WATERFORD – HAVE YOUR SAY Waterford Draft Heritage Plan 2017-2022 Public Consultation The Waterford City and County Heritage Forum has prepared a Draft Heritage Plan 2017-2022 and is looking for your views. The Draft Plan is available for review at Menapia Building and Customer Care Offices, Waterford, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, all libraries and on www.waterfordcouncil.ie. Waterford City & County Council would like to know what you think should be included in the new Heritage Plan which aims to build on the achievements of the previous plans, while taking into account local, regional and national heritage initiatives and policy development since its publication. Examples include the Adopt a Monument Scheme, Ireland’s Ancient East, the National Landscape Strategy, All-Ireland Pollinator Plan and Culture 2025. The Heritage Plan is a strategic document, dealing with heritage issues in Waterford City and County and will include broad objectives and identify specific actions to achieve those objectives. Have Your Say You are invited to make a written submission on the Draft Plan with reference to the questions below and post or e-mail it by Monday, 21st November, 2016, to: Bernadette Guest, Heritage Officer, Waterford City and County Council, Civic Offices, Dungarvan bguest@waterfordcouncil.ie Your Views 1. What do you think are the main heritage issues for Waterford City and County currently and arising by 2022? 2. How can we support heritage in the community and for Waterford’s quality of life? 3. What is our vision for Waterford’s Archaeology, Built, Cultural and Natural Heritage over the next 5 years? 4. What actions should we include in the new Heritage Plan to address the above? We would appreciate your input by taking time to make a submission. Your views are important to us.

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Déise Animal Sanctuary Charity Shop official opening DÉISE Animal Sanctuary is delighted to announce that Waterford hurler Conor Gleeson will perfom the official opening of the new charity shop in Friary Street Dungarvan this Saturday, 29th October at 11am. All are welcome to attend with great fun and refreshments as part of the morning. Shop manager and Sanctuary volunteer Mary Rooney Stanford said “We are delighted to have Conor to open our new shop. The Sanctuary is situated in the Nire Valley and it’s fitting we should have someone from there to do the opening.”

Mary said she is thrilled with the opening weeks of the shop “We have had a great response to our request for volunteers to help out and also from the general public with the local shops very positive and wishing us well. It’s a new venture and a great start so far. There are plenty of bargains and we are delighted for people to bring stuff in for us. We won’t stock clothing because of lack of space but we have loads else, books, dvds, handbags, ornaments, jewellery and loads more. We are expecting great footfall, near the main street and good parking close by, we are delighted with the loca-

tion.” “The work done in the Sanctuary is incredible, Pat Edwards and Rob Grace are the founders and they turn no animal away. They have every kind of an animal in the shelter. They get very little in the line of funding but the shop is now a great way to raise awareness and help the work of the sanctuary. We also hope to have information in the shop on adopting and fostering animals from the sanctuary”. The shop will operate Monday – Saturday from 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. The shop is located across from the Town Hall next to Curly Locks and is

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Ankle Sprains Why does it occur so often? By Tomás Ryan, BSc.AHS, Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles AN ankle inversion sprain is trauma to the outside of the ankle joint that is very common is GAA, Soccer and many other team sports. Indeed it is common to occur in occupations such as farming that involves walking on rough terrain. The injury involves the ankle rolling excessively inwards causing injury to the ligament that joins the talus bone to the Fibula bone (see illustration). This ligament is known as the Anterior TaloFibular Ligament (ATFL). It can suffer 3 grades of injury, Grade 1 being a strain, grade 2 being a tear, grade 3 being a significant to complete rupture of the ligament. The calcaneofibular ligament can also suffer injury in a grade 2 and grade 3 ankle Inversion Sprain.

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On World Sight Day – Irish Guide Dogs is asking people to become a SmartStreet Hero WHAT CAUSES A SPRAIN OR INJURY TO OUTSIDE ANKLE JOINT? • When landing on a single leg from a Jump position, the landing foot can roll too far inwards causing overstress and injury to the ligaments whose role is to prevent such excessive movement. • Walking on uneven surfaces can cause excessive rolling inwards of the foot. • Twisting and cutting movements at speed during running can excessive inwards ankle inversion movement. WHAT MAKES AN ATHLETE A RISK OF SUFFERING A LATERAL ANKLE SPRAIN? • A previous ankle sprain – a high percentage of people who suffer an ankle sprain suffer re-injury to the same ankle. • Restricted dorsiflexion movement – which means that the movement that involves bending the ankle towards the shin bone is restricted. • Weak quadriceps / thigh muscles – if the inside quadriceps is weak it places extra pressure on the calf muscles during running or walking which restricts ankle dorsiflexion movement. • Poor Core Stability – this means that the abdominals muscles, lower spine muscles and glutes are not helping to stabilise the pelvis during dynamic movement such as jumping, running & sprinting. • Poor balance ability in both the ankle joint and in the Hip and pelvic area • The knee displays a valgus stress angle which means that the knee joint angles inwards abnormally during walking and running causing dysfunction leading to over compensation in the ankle in an attempt to correctly align the body. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

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THEY launched their campaign to create better awareness of how pavements blocked by parked cars, wheelie bins, over hanging hedges and street furniture, such as shop signage, can impede the independence and mobility of people with vision impairment.These obstacles force people with vision loss out on to roads in the midst of noisy, fast moving traffic, which they cannot see. Some of their clients have had injuries walking around their local area.With increased fear, anxiety and a real risk of injury, some feel so intimidated by the risks outside that they end up staying at home and becoming even more isolated. To show your support for their campaign go to their Facebook page, sign up for

their SmartStreet Hero pledge and share with your friends. Signing the pledge means you will make every effort to keep our pavements free of obstacles so that blind and vision impaired persons have a clear, safe path to travel. Speaking on her participation in the SmartStreet Campaign Guide Dog Owner Betty Threadgold from Waterford said, “Dealing with issues of poorly parked cars and ill placed bins is a daily challenge for myself and Hattie, her guide dog. Often people who are in a hurry do things without thinking. They park awkwardly on footpaths or pop the bin out leaving it right in my way. In this campaign I hope to help us all see how simple actions can have a larger impact. For myself and Hattie that might mean

walking out onto a busy or dangerous road. So I am asking people to get involved and to get informed and spread the SmartStreet message. Betty continues, “it’s like I’m being given independence on the one hand with my guide dog and with the other hand my independence is taken away when the pavement is blocked by cars.” Betty also experiences difficulties with wheelie bins in the middle of the pavement and overhanging branches. Lean Kennedy, Client Advocacy at Irish Guide Dogs, adds that “We provide critical training to people with vision impairment so they become independently mobile with the aid of a Guide Dog or a long cane. When dealing with blocked pavements which could potentially force a person

onto a busy road, we advise to seek assistance from a passer-by. Dealing with these obstructions daily can erode your confidence and can ultimately lead to you losing the independence and mobility your long cane or Guide Dog give you.” On World Sight Day Irish Guide Dogs is urging people to sign up to its SmartStreets Hero pledge to keep pedestrian pavements clear of parked cars, wheelie bins and overhanging hedges. In doing so, community members will be safeguarding the independence, safety and mobility of Betty and other people with vision impairments. FIVE STEPS TO BE A SMARTSTREET HERO Follow these five steps to make your street friendly

for people who are vision impaired. 1. Park your car or van on the street, not the pavement. 2. Cut back overhanging branches from your garden. 3. Ensure wheelie bins and refuse containers are not left on the pavement. Where bin collectors do not replace bins properly, please report this to your local council. 4. Report broken street lights, badly cracked paving slabs, potholes, damaged drain covers or anything else that might prove a hazard to a people who are blind or partially sighted. 5. Clean up litter, especially broken glass which can injure Guide Dogs, and bulky items which can create a trip hazard. For more information please visit: www.guidedogs.ie/smartstreethero

Minister confirms no new Government funding for Airport extension in Waterford DAVID Cullinane, Sinn Féin TD for Waterford, recently said that the minister for Transport has confirmed that no new government funding for a runway extension at Waterford airport is forthcoming. This shows once again that the South East needs real action not election soundbites for its future. Deputy Cullinane said: "I asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if any of the €800,000 capital funding announced by his Department for Waterford Regional Airport can or is being used to extend the runway at the airport.

"The minister was quite emphatic in his answer. "He said that funding earmarked for Waterford will be used to extend the runway at that airport. He clarified the point that funding supports for capital expenditure under the Regional Airports Programme are confined to assisting the four airports concerned with implementing necessary safety and security related projects, and that development projects which are designed to expand capacity, such as the proposed runway extension at Waterford, are a commercial matter for the airports themselves and are outside the

scope of the regional airports programme "Minister Ross did point out that alternative funding measures for the runway extension are being pursued by the airport authorities, and while these are welcomed, this was the case well before this government was cobbled together in April. "The South East needs an integrated, thoughtout plan for its development.We cannot continue to lurch from crisis to crisis, with ministers making promises they cannot keep in a vain and futile effort to deflect hard and honest questions."

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Guest speaker Joan Freeman announced for 2016 Waterford Chamber Annual Dinner ORGANISERS of the Waterford Chamber Annual Dinner are delighted to announce that the founder of Pieta House, Joan Freeman will be the guest speaker at this year’s event on Friday, 11th November at The Tower Hotel in Waterford. Pieta House is a centre for the prevention of selfharm and suicide, which Joan founded in 2006 due to a lack of suicide prevention services at the time. Pieta House is the only organisation in the country providing a free and professional, face-to-face therapeutic service for people in the acute stages of distress. This unique clinically based model developed by Pieta House is used across all of their 10 centres. In December 2014, Joan stepped down as CEO of Pieta Ireland. Joan is now focusing on creating an international footprint for Pieta House and its services. In October 2015, Pieta House opened its first International Centre in New York. Joan is also involved in the international expansion of Darkness into Light. In June 2016, Joan was the Taoiseach’s nomination as a Senator to the Seanad. Joan was chosen to become the voice of the people of Ireland concerning mental health issues. Joan’s focus this year is on child and adolescent mental health The Waterford Chamber Annual Dinner is an opportunity for all Chamber members to come together,

MEMO: NOTICE TO ALL RELEVANT AGENCIES RE THE REVIEW OF THE TRAVELLER ACCOMMODATION PLAN 2014-2018 Review of Traveller Accommodation Programme 2014 – 2018 Waterford City and County Council is currently carrying out a review of the Traveller Accommodation Programme 2014– 2018 for Waterford City and County. The review relates to the Housing Accommodation Needs of Traveller Families in Waterford City and County. If you wish to make a submission on the Council’s provision of accommodation for members of the Travelling Community in Waterford City and County you should contact the Housing Section, Waterford City and County Council in writing. All submissions will be considered in the course of the review of the Accommodation Programme. Submissions should be made on or before the 4th of November to: Joe Sullivan, Housing Ofﬁcer, Housing Department, Baileys New Street, Waterford.

Pictured at the announcement of the details for the 2016 Waterford Chamber Annual Dinner is the founder of Pieta House Joan Freeman who will be the guest speaker at this year’s event on Friday, November 11th, at The Tower Hotel in Waterford. For futher details on the Annual Dinner see www.waterfordchamber.ie Liberty Blue Estate Agents, this year’s sponsors of the Annual Waterford Chamber Dinner (l. to r.): Regina Mangan (Proprietor, Liberty Blue Estate Agents), Laurent Borla (Waterford Chamber President) and Maria Clifford (Director, Liberty Blue Estate Agents) pictured at the launch of this year’s Annual Waterford Chamber Dinner. enjoy a social occasion and hear insights from a successful business leader. Speaking about the upcoming event, President of Waterford Chamber, Laurent Borla said, “Our Annual Dinner is one of the highlights from our events programme over the course of the year. We are delighted to welcome our main sponsor, Liberty Blue Estate Agents who are based locally in Parnell Street and a great supporter of Waterford Chamber. There is great demand for tickets this year and a lot of interest in our guest speaker, Senator Joan Freeman, who is the founder of Pieta House and was appointed to the Seanad earlier this year. We will also welcome the Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr Adam Wyse and we look forward to hearing more on the plans for the further development of Waterford over the next few years. Our Annual Dinner is a popular event and recognised as an important networking opportunity for business leaders in Waterford City and County. As the economy improves, it is critical that Waterford plays its part as a key urban centre providing opportunity for job creation and sustainable economic growth.” Laurent concluded. The event is sponsored by Liberty Blue Estate Agents. Regina Mangan, Director of the company says, “We are delighted to

sponsor this event, the Waterford Chamber Annual Dinner is a key event which brings together influential and successful business people for an enjoyable night out. We are all very much looking forward to

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Dungarvan District Court Road Traffic prosecution A BALLINROAD man who allowed another man to drive his vehicle both had a charge of no insurance struck out when they made a donation to the court poor box. Tómas Cantwell (63) with an address at Ballinroad, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to being the owner of a vehicle and allowing it to be driven by an uninsured driver at Duckspool, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, on 7th February, 2016. Roger Moore (40) with an address at 17 Kyne Park, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to driving with no insurance, driving with no licence, failing to produce insurance and licence at the roadside and within 10 days, at Duckspool, Abbeyside, on the same date. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was told that Gardaí stopped a vehicle on the evening in question. The vehicle, which is owned by Tómas Cantwell was being driven by Roger Moore. It transpired that Moore was not insured to drive the vehicle, and the vehicle was seized at the time. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client, Cantwell, has no previous convictions.

“The vehicle was insured under my client’s name, but did not cover the other man to drive on the evening,” said Mr. Gordon. “My client was at a birthday party function earlier that evening and did not feel he was suitable to drive home, so he asked this other man to drive home. “My client was co-operative with the Gardaí and all his documents were in order.” In relation to Moore, solicitor David Burke said his client was “playing the Good Samaritan” on the evening by driving the other man home. Mr. Burke said his client doesn’t drink, and currently does not hold a licence, even though he held a licence in the past. “My client is hopeful of getting some work,” Mr. Burke said. Judge Finn indicated if donations were made to the court poor box, then the court would look leniently on the matter. Cantwell paid a €250 donation to the court poor box and his charge was struck out. Moore’s case was adjourned to 25th January, 2017 to enable him to make a €300 donation to the court poor box.

Public order offence admitted A STRADBALLY man who admitted a public order offence will have the charge struck out if he makes a donation to the court poor box. Tommy Condon (26) with an address at 3 Viewmount Drive, Stradbally, pleaded guilty to being intoxicated in public at Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on 23rd December, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that a Garda patrol observed the accused at 1.35 a.m. on the night in question drinking alcohol from a bottle. The alcohol was identified as a bottle of cider. Insp. Sheahan said the accused was intoxicated and did not comply with the Garda direction to move along. The accused has no previous convictions. Solicitor David Burke said it was “foolish carry-on” by his client and he apologised for wasting Garda time. “He recently started a new job and took the day off to deal with this matter in court,” Mr. Burke said. “He had no funds at the time to deal with the fine.” Judge Finn adjourned the case to 26th October, 2016, to allow the accused to make an €80 donation to the court poor box.

Family Affair – Celebrating the 20th Anniversary at Joe Roche’s Glass & Glazing in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Kieran Roche, Meg Gray, Joe, Bernie, Edel and Grace Roche. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Woman given final chance to pay compensation A WOMAN who admitted causing criminal damage to a neighbour’s door and stealing items from a local supermarket had her case adjourned again to allow her one final chance to pay compensation. Cody Fowler (27) with an address at 3 Keating Street, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to theft from Garvey’s Supervalu, Dungarvan, on 9th

February, 2015; and criminal damage at 18 Keating Street, Dungarvan, on 13th April, 2015. Her case had been adjourned from the February sitting of the District Court to allow her time to gather €400 compensation for the damaged door, but at last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor Martin Lavan said his client had no money available. “Unfortunately, my client was

unable to put the funding together,” said Mr. Lavan. “Her house was set upon and serious damage was caused to her home. She had to move out with her children, which has cost her financially.” Judge Terence Finn said the accused had eight months to gather compensation. Mr. Lavan said his client is of limited means and has children. “I took all that into account

Fine imposed for third drugs offence A DUNGARVAN man was fined last week for his third offence of possessing a controlled substance for his own use. Sean Kirby (21) with an address at 1 Connolly Row, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to possession of cannabis for his own personal use, contrary to Section 3 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, at his address on 7th November, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that a Probation Service report on his

client is “optimistic”. “The report is reasonably positive. He is making good efforts to change his lifestyle,” said Mr. Burke. “He is in a solid relationship and is doing a course.” Judge Finn noted the accused has two previous convictions for similar drugs offences and this would be his third conviction. Handing down a fine of €500, Judge Finn warned: “Should he come before me again, jail will be considered because he is not learning”.

Drugs charge struck out after donation paid to court poor box A DUNGARVAN man who paid a donation to the court poor box had a drugs possession charge struck out. Craig Kiely (25) with an address at Rita’s Cottage, Coolnagour, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to possession of cannabis for his own use, contrary to Section 3 of the

Misuse of Drugs Act, at 67 Congress Villas, Dungarvan, on 28th December, 2015. The case was adjourned to allow the accused to gather a €250 donation to the court poor box. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor Niall King told Judge Terence Finn that his client has paid the donation. The charge was struck out.

when I adjourned this case initially,” said Judge Finn. Judge Finn said in his experience, the longer he gives to defendants to pay compensation, the less likely it is to happen. He said he would allow the accused a further two months to pay the full amount of compensation. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 14th December, 2016, warning: “I won’t go beyond that date”.

Driver to make donation to court poor box A YOUGHAL driver who collided with another vehicle on a roundabout will have a road traffic offence struck out if he makes a donation to the court poor box. Marcus Prendergast (32) with an address at D’Loughtane, Youghal, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving without due care and consideration for other road users, contrary to Section 51 (A) of the Road Traffic Act, a charge which was reduced from careless driving, contrary to Section 52 of the Road Traffic Act, at Davitts roundabout, Dungarvan, on 18th December, 2015. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector

Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused drove onto the roundabout and collided with another vehicle. Insp. Sheahan described it as a ‘momentary lapse of concentration’ by the accused. Judge Finn acknowledged that the roundabout “can be tricky at the best of times”. Solicitor David Burke said his client would appreciate the matter being dealt with via a donation to the court poor box. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 26th October, 2016, to allow the accused to make a €250 donation to the court poor box.

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Life-saving Waterford Marine Search and Rescue crowned KBC’s Brightest Idea 2016 KBC Bank Ireland has revealed the results of a public vote to find the overall winner of this year’s Bright Ideas community support initiative, with the life-saving community initiative Waterford Marine Search and Rescue crowned the people’s favourite, bringing their total Bright Ideas funding to €10,000! The Prevention Saves Lives project run by Waterford Marine Search and Rescue is a weekend suicide prevention initiative which has to date saved an extraordinary 108 people from entering the river Suir with the intention of ending their lives. Each weekend night from 10:30pm – 3:00am, volunteers patrol the quayside of the river by boat, on foot, and using a mobile unit. The boat crew is trained in search and rescue, the foot patrol in cardiac first responders’ first aid, and the majority of volunteers are certified in safe talk and ASIST (Assisted Suicide Intervention Skills Training). The Bright Ideas funding from KBC will enable the Prevention Saves Lives initiative to increase the number of people on each patrol from 8 to 12. With an increased number of eyes on the quayside and bridge, there will be greater capacity for experienced patrollers to focus on vulnerable individuals needing help. Receiving their award, Darryl Barry from Waterford Marine Search and Rescue said: “We’re delighted to win KBC’s Brightest Idea for 2016. It means so much to our volunteers and the local community, so thank you to KBC Bank and everyone who voted. We set up Waterford Marine Search and

• Waterford Marine Search and Rescue captures public imagination and votes to secure €5,000 prize – receiving €10,000 in total • 3 other Waterford projects received funding – details below • Special Green Prize goes to Moy Hill Growing Project from Lahinch, Co. Clare, receiving €5,500 funding in total • Over a quarter of a million in funding provided to 120 projects to date, with record 400 entries in 2016 Rescue in January 2010 to provide Waterford city and county with a 24 hour; 365 day-a-year search, rescue and recovery service. Since then, the service has grown from strength to strength and we now have more than 50 volunteers. The funding from KBC Bank means that Waterford Marine Search and Rescue can continue to flourish and make a real difference to people in need of help in Waterford at the place and time when they need it most.” To date, KBC’s Bright Ideas has helped more than 120 projects to thrive in Irish communities, and this year attracted a record number of entries from over 400 individuals and community groups across Ireland. Entries were reviewed by independent judging panels at a local level. A total of 55 community projects were shortlisted for funding and shared in a pool of €100,000 donated by KBC as a way to support individuals and groups working to transform their communities. The judges’ selection highlighted fifteen projects – including Waterford Marine Search and Rescue - to go

forward to a public vote to find Ireland’s Brightest Idea. For the first time this year, KBC’s Bright Ideas also featured a dedicated award for the most innovative environmentally friendly initiative. The winner of this inaugural Special Green Award is Moy Hill Growing Project from Lahinch, Co. Clare, receiving an additional €2,500 funding, bringing their total funding to €5,500. The winner of this award was chosen by a KBC judging panel from seven ideas shortlisted by regional judging panels around the country. This Bright Ideas funding will help the Moy Hill Growing Project to create a beautiful, healthy community farm space to provide local people with high quality organically grown vegetables. The innovative and environmentally friendly project will set up a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) farm – an alternative, locally-based economic model of agriculture and food distribution. As one of the first of these farms in Ireland, the initiative will bring local people together to create a sense of community. The project will run a range

of workshops for the community on growing food organically, cooking and eating seasonally and practising sustainable land-care practices. The group will also build an underground glasshouse, in other words a glasshouse sunken into the ground so that it is heated geo thermally and by the heat of the sun. This will allow the group to grow different types of crop all year round without using electricity. Wim Verbraeken, Chief Executive Officer, KBC Bank Ireland said: “KBC’s Bright Ideas programme has funded more than120 individuals and projects over the last three years, helping to support their work in local communities for a brighter future. Our warmest congratulations go to Waterford Marine Search and Rescue on their outstanding project, which really captured the hearts and minds of our judges and the public. I would also like to congratulate the Moy Hill Growing Project on winning the inaugural Special Green Award for their innovative and environmentally friendly idea. All the projects shortlisted are fine examples of how a little innovative thinking can go a long way towards transforming community life for the better. We look forward to seeing all our Bright Ideas winners go on to further success for years to come!” Three other standout projects from Waterford are among a total of more than 50 projects from around the country selected by KBC Bank to receive funding. § Waterford Walls based in Waterford City received €2,250 to revitalise the city through vibrant and colourful street art in forgotten areas of Waterford. Following the success of Waterford Walls in 2015, the initiative transforms the city into an open air gallery with works from an international spectrum of artists, giving a boost to the local economy with increased footfall and an enhanced enjoyment of the city for all during Ireland’s only street art festival. § HomeFest, a youth arts festival by Central Arts in Central Hall, Parade Quay, Waterford was awarded €2,250 by Bright Ideas. HomeFest engages disadvantaged young people in Waterford with the world of the arts, encompassing theatre, music, art and film. HomeFest is intent on making the arts accessible to all and places young people at the centre of the creative process. The project will culminate in a festival in June 2017 after a ten-month period of artist-led workshops for participants. The festival will enable young people to

Waterford Marine Search and Rescue has won a public vote to find the overall winner of this year’s KBC Bright Ideas community support initiative, bringing their total Bright Ideas funding to €10,000! Pictured at the announcement of Ireland’s Brightest Idea at KBC, College Green, Dublin last week were (l. to r.): Declan Barry and Darryl Barry, Waterford Marine Search and Rescue; Wim Verbraeken, CEO, KBC Bank Ireland; and Deedo O Donnachadh and Eamonn Russell from Waterford Marine Search and Rescue. showcase their work during the festival and experience art at a new level. § Ballybeg Greens in Ballybeg, Co. Waterford, received €2,250 Bright Ideas funding.The social enterprise was set up to support the environment and education in the community. To date, it has successfully utilised space to grow and supply organic vegetables to the community while also providing muchneeded training and education in the locality. Ballybeg Greens provides training and educational opportunities for learners completing 1-mod-

ule courses at national educational framework QQ1 Level 3, 4 & 5 in a part of Waterford that is viewed as disadvantaged and suffers a high rate of unemployment. KBC’s Bright Ideas entries were reviewed by independent judging panels in seven different ‘hub regions’; Dublin, Kilkenny, Cork, Waterford, greater Leinster, Limerick and Galway.The full list of winning initiatives can be viewed at www.kbcbrightideas.com Bright Ideas is part of KBC’s Brighter Futures programme which encompasses

all KBC’s activities which touch communities and organisations across Ireland, ensuring KBC helps customers, staff and communities share in a brighter future. KBC’s Brighter Futures programme supports a range of charity youth, education and community projects in Ireland. KBC’s partners include The Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation, Junior Achievement Ireland, Fighting Words and Enactus Ireland. For information on KBC Bright Ideas, visit www.kbcbrightideas.com

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Shortlist for inaugural BIM National Seafood Awards announced THE shortlist for the Inaugural National Seafood Awards, organised by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM), the Seafood Development Agency, has just been announced. The finalists have been selected for their outstanding contributions in the areas of Skills, Sustainability, Innovation and Competitiveness and the overall winners in each category will be revealed by MC, Des Cahill at the Gala Awards ceremony in the Clayton Hotel, Ballsbridge, Dublin on the 17th November 2016. BIM is hosting the Inaugural Awards to celebrate Ireland’s €1 billion Seafood Sector which employs 11,000 people across the island. The shortlist features 38 finalists from across the seafood industry in the fishing, fish farming, seafood processing and retail sectors. The panel of ten judges was chaired by Joe O’Flynn, Director of AgriFood Business Partners. Fifteen counties feature in the shortlist, Donegal leading the way with 8 finalists, followed by Cork (6), Dublin (5), Louth, Kerry and Wexford each have 3 finalists, Galway and Waterford (2) while Clare,

Kildare, Kilkenny, Limerick, Longford, Mayo and Sligo have one finalist per county. WATERFORD FINALISTS Innovation – Category: Innovation in Aquaculture: Dungarvan Shellfish Ltd., Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Competitiveness – Category: Aquaculture Enterprise of the Year: Dungarvan Shellfish Ltd., Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. BIM’s Chief Executive, Tara McCarthy comments, “We, in BIM, are delighted to announce a shortlist of talented individuals and companies who have all excelled and contributed to a diverse industry that is the cornerstone of Ireland’s agri-food portfolio. As an Island nation, the Irish Seafood Industry is the lifeblood of our coastal communities and it has the potential for significant growth in the years ahead. This is an exciting time to work in seafood and the BIM National Awards is a great opportunity to recognise and honour the many leaders and shining lights in this vibrant sector’.

Direct talks needed on a new pay agreement - CULLINANE SINN Féin TD and spokesperson for Public Expenditure and Reform David Cullinane has given a guarded welcome to the public service pay commission. Deputy Cullinane said: “It is obvious that a new pay agreement, one that addresses the burning issue of pay equality for post2011 entrants, needs to be put in place before the scheduled end of the Lansdowne Road agreement in September 2018. “Teachers, nurses, doctors and Gardaí have legitimate issues with regard to pay but the Government, for its own reasons, has decided to create a confrontation where dialogue is needed. “We need a timetable for a single pay scale and the

restoration of allowances. “The Government’s current stance that such a timetable can only begin in two years’ time is not practical in terms of industrial relations and it is not right in terms of pay equality. “Minister Donohoe has said that the Public Sector Pay Commission will not be a substitute for direct talks. However, in the absence of direct talks many public sector workers will be sceptical of this commission. “The Government cannot kick the can down the road. “It needs to set out the timing of the next pay agreement, and recognise that the process of achieving pay equality needs to start before September 2018.

“The Government is already doing this of course, as seen with its move to restore allowances for some post-2011 teachers. “Sinn Féin was able to provide for the restoration of allowances in its Alternative Budget. “The Government could have done the same but refused to do so and is now wondering why it is facing industrial action over issues of pay equality. “What public servants want and deserve is the fair and timely unwinding of FEMPI cuts and pay restoration. “This can only be achieved through direct dialogue and the formation of a new pay agreement that offers a road map to pay restoration.”

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary at Joe Roches Glass & Glazing in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber were Matt Houlihan and Naoive Coggin, Brownes Farmhouse & Townhouse. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

From left: Darren Ryan, CEO of Social Entrepreneurs Ireland; Barry Grant and Tommy Breen, CEO of DCC plc.

Local Waterford man Barry Grant wins prestigious Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Award Over the last twelve years, this programme has invested over €6.7 million in social entrepreneurs and 1,230 employment opportunities have been created in the process . . . BARRY Grant has been awarded a Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Elevator Award at the ceremony on Tuesday, 11th October.The award consists of €30,000 in funding and support to expand and grow the organisation. Barry Grant’s organisation, Problem Gambling Ireland focusses on raising public awareness of gambling addiction as an escalating public health issue. They provide online resources, pay-what-you-want counselling services and gambling-harm prevention workshops. A further five organisations also received this funding and support in the Elevator Award category. They were Sam Synnott and Judith Ashton from Buddy Bench Ireland, Alex Cooney and Cliona Curley from CyberSafeIreland, Shane McKenna and Killian Redmond from DabbledooMusic, Noelle

Daly and Stephen Cluskey from Mobility Mojo and Francis Cleary from Step Out Ireland. Through this awards ceremony, three social entrepreneurs have also been awarded funding and support worth €140,000. Claire Brady from Lakers, Niall Breslin (Bressie) and Susan Quirke from A Lust for Life and Dara Connolly from ReCreate were chosen for this highest level Impact Award. Speaking about the award, Barry Grant said: ‘Winning a Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Elevator Award means a huge amount to me, personally, and to Problem Gambling Ireland, as an organisation. It has shown me that there are experts in the field of social enterprise who believe we have the capacity to make a positive impact on Irish society and to scale our service nationally.’

Over the last twelve years, Social Entrepreneurs Ireland has invested over €6.7 million in social entrepreneurs and 1,230 employment opportunities have been created in the process. This programme is sponsored by Irish company DCC plc, who have been the flagship sponsor of the Awards for the last six years and earlier this year pledged its commitment to Social Entrepreneurs Ireland until 2019, continuing its financial support with a further €700,000 in funding over this time. CEO of DCC Tommy Breen said: “DCC is proud to be a long term sponsor of the Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Elevator and Impact Award programmes. It is a great privilege to play a role in getting behind Ireland’s brightest and most ambitious entrepreneurs working to have a positive impact on our society.”

Darren Ryan CEO of Social Entrepreneurs Ireland said: “Social entrepreneurs are problem solvers. Whenever the current system is too slow, inadequate or missing, a social entrepreneur will roll up their sleeves and take action. The social entrepreneurs receiving awards are all pioneering new solutions to some of society’s biggest challenges.With the ongoing commitment of DCC plc, we will back these entrepreneurs to take risks and be brave in pursuing ideas to solve Ireland’s social problems.” The awards ceremony, which took place in the Mansion House, Dublin, was hosted by Joan Freeman, the founder of Pieta House, and John Evoy, the founder of the Irish Men’s Sheds Association, who are both former recipients of Social Entrepreneurs Ireland Awards.

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Waterford students make Honours List at WIT SECONDARY school students inspired by these success stories invited to book in for the Try Sport, Try Health event on Tuesday, 1st November at the WIT Arena A number of students from the Waterford area made the Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Science Honours List for 2015/16 at Waterford Institute of Technology. They were recognised for their achievements at a ceremony on Wednesday, 19th October at WIT. Dr Aoife Lane, Head of the Department of Health, Sport and Exercise Science commented that the future was bright for these promising students who from this September can avail of the institute’s newly opened €20m WIT Arena where both practical and academic classes are run. “Secondary school students inspired by these students’ success and who are interested in studying sport, health or exercise science related courses in college are welcome to come along to our

Try Sport, Try Health event on Tuesday, 1st November at the WIT Arena. They can book a place at www.wit.ie/events,” said Dr Lane. “These particular students are wonderful role models for our Department and reflect the culture of ambition and learning that we are trying to foster in all of our activities across teaching and learning, research and engagement. We all hope that this acknowledgement helps our award recipients and indeed our entire student cohort to strive for more in this and future academic years,” added Dr. Lane. They included BSc Sports Coaching and Performance student and Our Lady of Mercy Secondary School past pupil Kadie Griffin, from Brownstown Head, Dunmore East, daughter of local City Councillor Jim Griffin in the Tramore/City West area in Waterford. “I have been involved in Gaultier camogie club since I was 6 years old and have been involved in many other sports as well but camogie would defi-

nitely be the reason for choosing a sports course for college,” says Kadie. Jamie Dalton (Sports Coaching and Performance) who hails from Lisduggan is a past pupil of St. Paul’s and is a fitness coach for St. Saviour’s premier soccer team hopes to go on to do coaching at the highest level and become a strength and conditioning coach with elite level soccer teams. David O’Brien from Ashley Court on the Cleaboy Road, Waterford city was a pupil at Mount Sion Secondary School before journey back into education started from a great year in Waterford College of Further Education on Parnell Street where he attended a health fitness course and achieved 8 distinctions (400 points) before studying Sports Coaching and Performance. Sports Coaching and Performance student and WIT Olympic Weightlifting head coach Jason Walsh who previously attended De La Salle College was also on the list.

Five Waterford BA in Health Promotion students on the Honours List included Anne Marie Hartery, Brian Moylan, Jessica Harris, Aisling McGrath and Rita O’Mahony. Rita who is from Waterford City and a past pupil of Presentation secondary school, was made redundant in 2013 and decided to go back to college that same year as a mature student. “This makes the achievement more special because I had been away from student life for a long time and finding my way as a student has been a real work in progress,” she says. Aisling who is from Waterford City and attended St. Angela's secondary school won Health Promotion Student of the Year last year and was selected as one of 30 participants in Europe to take part in the Youth on the Move programme with the International Sports and Culture Association. Tia Evans from Kilmeaden, who is currently a second year BA Exercise and health Studies student and Jennifer

Laracy who is on the Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Sports Management were also recognised for their achievements. Jennifer Laracy who had returned to WIT as a mature student and achieved a Black Belt in Kick boxing with Grand Master Billy O’Sullivan in 2015 said: “I’m delighted to know that all my hard work, dedication and commitment to 100% attendance has been noticed in the honours list event.” Jennifer is from Slieverue, Co Kilkenny and attended SHM Ferrybank secondary school.” Her family includes Pat Laracy, Susan Laracy, brother Ian Laracy and daughter Kate Laracy. Altogether 51 students made the Honours List across the Department’s 650-strong student body studying degrees in Exercise and Health Studies, Health Promotion, Sports Coaching and Performance and Recreation and Sports Management. Each student was congratulated by WIT President Prof Willie Donnelly.

Jennifer Laracy, mother Susan, daughter Kate and father Pat Laracy.

Anne Marie Hartery, Jessica Harris, Aisling McGrath and Rita O'Mahony, Waterford.

Kadie Griffen, Jamie Dalton, David O'Brien and Jason Walsh, Waterford.

Tia Evans, Kilmeaden, Waterford and Jennifer Laracy, Slieverue, Kilkenny.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

SuperValu announces partnership with Bank of Ireland as part of launch of Real Rewards Programme

Sister Teresa Fraser from Abbeyside, Sister Frances Kennedy from Kilkenny and Sister Angela Kiely from Dungarvan pictured at the launch of 'Patterns and Patrons The Holy Wells of Waterford' by Eugene Broderick at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

2 years free car insurance for Waterford’s new Nissan buyers NISSAN is responding to Ireland’s high cost of motor insurance by providing new car buyers in Waterford with two year’s free insurance. Figures released by the CSO this week show that the cost of motor car insurance has risen by 69.2% over the last three years and that it is now 25.2% more expensive to insure a car than it was this time last year. The ground-breaking Nissan offer, which is aimed at making the cost of running a car more affordable, is available to Waterford motorists ordering any new Nissan passenger car at local dealers Dungarvan Nissan and Walsh Car Sales Waterford before the 31st December 2016. Nissan is the first car brand in Ireland to recognise the impact of

exorbitant insurance premiums and to respond to the concerns of consumers. “Consumers are justifiably concerned about the rising cost of motor insurance premiums. Families are unable to afford running a second car and in some cases motorists, especially those under the age of 30, have had little choice but to stop driving,” said Richard Walsh, Sales Manager, Walsh Car Sales. “Nissan and the Irish Motor Industry are deeply concerned that there is no will or appetite, from any quarter, to address the issue. In the absence of a satisfactory response Nissan has taken the initiative in leading the way to make driving more affordable,” he added. “Our two year offer insulates con-

sumers against price hikes in insurance premiums in 2017 and 2018. This is good news for Waterford consumers and for the 12,000 people who buy a new Nissan every year,” he said. “The cost of this offer does not come cheaply to Nissan and it certainly eats into our margins. We see it as an investment in the future of our business. Drivers who buy Nissan stay with Nissan and we are confident that we will attract and retain new customers,” explained Mr. Walsh. New car buyers interested in availing of the offer must be 26 years old, have a full driving licence, no more than three penalty points and a minimum of three years no claims bonus. Insurance does not extend to commercial use.

Public meeting on Waterford Hospital planned for Monday, 7th November THE South East Patient Advocacy Group (SEPAG) is holding an Open Public Meeting at 7.30 p.m. on Monday, 7th November, 2016, at The Granville Hotel, Waterford, to which members of the public are invited to attend. The meeting is being held to discuss the ongoing battle which has ensued to have the long-awaited, and much anticipated, 24/7 cardiac care services and the second cath lab implemented at University Hospital Waterford (UHW) without any further delay. “We believe Minister Harris can no longer rely on the independent expert clinical advice he claims is contained in the Herity report after recent revelations of alleged political interference, along with the manipulation of the risk assessment register, the population figures and in the terms of reference

furnished to Dr. Niall Herity”, commented Hilary O'Neill one of the founding members of the Group. The Group is therefore inviting all councillors, TDs and Ministers from Waterford, Kilkenny, Wexford, Tipperary and Carlow to the public meeting to hear from the people and the consultants from UHW who can offer an indepth explanation as to why this serious matter is being thrown around like a political football by their respective political parties while the lives of 500,000 people are being put at risk every single day of the week. Yvonne Cooney of SEPAG said “It is simply unacceptable that we are being treated with such blatant discrimination when it comes to a serious medical emergency such as a heart attack. People are being forced to travel to Cork which simply cannot be reached within the vital 90 minute

time limit.” The group's intention is to once again organise a protest march on Saturday 12th November beginning at 2pm from Ballybricken and they would urge everyone in the South East region to come out on the day and show your absolute disgust at how this Government are treating the people of the region. SEPAG wants to send a very clear message to Minister Harris that they are not going to lie down and accept the flawed findings of the Herity Report and they have once again urged him to review his position on the matter and rely instead on the findings of the Higgins Report. The Group is demanding that the Minister take whatever action is necessary to implement the 24/7 cardiac care, restore UHW's Category 4 status and reinstate all the services that have been lost in the intervening four years.

IRELAND’S leading grocery retailer SuperValu has announced a new partnership with Bank of Ireland as part of the relaunch of its Real Rewards loyalty programme. SuperValu’s ambition is for Real Rewards to become the number one loyalty programme in the country and the extension of the scheme to bring in new partners is one of the most significant business milestones for Ireland’s leading grocery retailer this year. In order to realise that ambition, SuperValu will be introducing exciting new partners, giving customers even more ways to earn points and get even more value from the Real Rewards programme. Bank of Ireland is the first in a number of new partners from a range of different industries that SuperValu will incorporate into its Real Rewards programme, building upon its existing relationships with Electric Ireland and Getaway Breaks. SuperValu has also launched a first for the Irish market - eSHOPS - an online shopping portal offer that enables customers to earn Real Rewards points when they shop with over 100 online brands such as eBay, Expedia, Debenhams and Eason through the supervalu.ie website. Some of Ireland’s leading brands will be announced as additional partners over the coming months. The re-launched Real Rewards programme will enable its existing 1 million members to earn points in a variety of ways: • Customers will collect 1 point per €1 spend when they use their Real Rewards card at any SuperValu or online at SuperValu.ie; • By linking their Bank of Ireland personal credit card and SuperValu Real Rewards card, customers will earn 250 Real Rewards Bonus points. • Customers are set up to earn points when they purchase groceries at SuperValu, as well as when they use their credit card to make any purchases outside of SuperValu; • Once they have linked, Customers will earn 2 points per €1 spend when shopping in SuperValu and 1 point per €10 spend with any other purchase; • Linking their Real Rewards card to their Electric Ireland account for the first time, will earn customers 250 welcome points, and will enable shoppers to collect points every time they pay their energy bills; • Customers can also add to their tally of points when shopping through the SuperValu website with any of the 100 brands as part of the new Real Rewards eSHOPS; • Finally, shoppers can also collect 1 point per €1 spend when they book a Getaway Break; • Real Rewards is also launching a first to market Loyalty App – which will allow members watch their points grow, plus receive exclusive offers and rewards from SuperValu & from Partners. SuperValu customers can then use their points to save money on their weekly shop, with Money Back Vouchers posted at three key times during the year, or they can use points for savings with Real Rewards partners, such as Electric Ireland. Commenting on the announcement, SuperValu MD Martin Kelleher said: “As part of our innovation agenda, SuperValu is constantly exploring new ranges of

products and services to offer consumers. Our Real Rewards programme has always been popular with our customers and the feedback we received from them was that they wanted new ways to benefit from the scheme, similar to our partnership with Electric Ireland.” “Financial services was one of the key areas our customers wanted us to explore in terms of new partners for our Real Rewards programme as card payments are becoming increasingly popular for consumers in Ireland. As the market leader in its field, Bank of Ireland is the ideal partner for us as they are one of Ireland’s leading companies and we share a large crossover in terms of both our respective customer bases.” “Online shopping is also going from strength to strength in Ireland, with our own online customer base growing by almost 25% last year. Our new eSHOPS site, which incorporates 100 leading online brands, will tap into this trend and we are now in a position where not only do we reward our customers’ loyalty when they shop with us, but they also benefit every time they purchase online with our partners.” Richie Boucher, Chief Executive, Bank of Ireland added: “We are delighted to work with SuperValu on this significant loyalty partnership, which is the first alliance of its kind for Irish consumers. Our organisations share many synergies including strong retail brands, a strategy seeking to recognise customer loyalty and we are embedded and socially active in our local communities. Appreciating customers for their business is a key feature of Bank of Ireland’s approach and we expect to announce further loyalty-driven reward offers over the coming months. With over 470 branches and stores between us nationwide, our SuperValu partnership will benefit a considerable number of households across the country and we look forward to communicating the Real Rewards programme to Bank of Ireland customers over the coming months.” Niall Dineen, Residential Markets Manager Electric Ireland, said: “At Electric Ireland, we reward our existing customers by giving them annual savings every year as long as they stay a customer of Electric Ireland. We’re always looking for ways to ensure that our customers stay happy with us. As the largest utility in Ireland, we are delighted to partner with SuperValu Real Rewards to deliver even more savings and rewards to our loyal Electric Ireland residential customers. Simply by paying their bills and shopping in SuperValu, we can offer Electric Ireland customers’ long-term additional savings on both their gas & electricity bills.” SuperValu serves over 2.6 million customers every week and has 222 stores nationwide. Together with its retail partners, SuperValu employs approximately 14,500 colleagues, making it one of the State’s largest private sector employers. 75% of everything on SuperValu’s shelves is sourced or produced in Ireland. SuperValu continues to source locally wherever possible and purchases almost €2 billion worth of goods from Irish suppliers which help to sustain 30,000 jobs in the Irish economy. To check out the new programme, log onto supervalu.ie/rewards or download the new Real Rewards App today.

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Final week of Festival Fun at Imagine Arts Festival Ger Kennedy pictured at the RHA Exhibition opening at Greyfriars during Imagine Arts Festival.

Arts Officer Conor Nolan pictured at the RHA Exhibition opening at Greyfriars during Imagine Arts Festival.

Kieran Walsh at the RHA Exhibition opening at Greyfriars during Imagine Arts Festival.

Pictured at the RHA Exhibition opening at Greyfriars during Imagine Arts Festival, Waterford.

Pictured at the RHA Exhibition opening at Greyfriars during Imagine Arts Festival.

WATERFORD’S 15th annual Imagine Arts Festival is in full swing and a variety of fantastic events are on offer to visitors and locals alike this week until October 30th. Some of the remaining highlights include the premiere of a brand new opera ‘The Green One’ which will premiere at Christchurch Cathedral on Friday, October 28th with three performances set to take place daily from October 28th to 30th. Composer Eric Sweeney and poet Mark Roper have come together for the second time to create an opera having previously collaborated on the award winning opera ‘The Invader’ in 2014. Poet Mark Roper says, “This opera tells the story of two sisters, each one a goddess, who love the same mortal boy. He chooses one, but she soon tires of him. It highlights the fragility of human hope, forever at the mercy of the capricious and irreconcilable forces of life and death. Tammuz, the mortal boy, seems to be the helpless victim of these forces but there is always hope.” A huge variety of music gigs will be on offer. A performance from ‘Malojian’ fresh from their Summer performing at Glastonbury set to take place on Friday, October 28th at 8.00 p.m., Irish artists Little Green Cars on Thursday, October 27th at 8.00 p.m., BBC Folks Awards duo ‘Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker at 8.00 p.m on Sunday, October 30th and the festival will play host to the final farewell gig of the internationally renowned band ‘Richmond Fontaine’ on Saturday, October 29th at St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre. An evening of poetry with Vincent Woods will take place on October 25th at St. Patrick’s Gateway Centre; this is another free event on the Imagine Arts Festival programme.Vincent Woods is a poet, playwright and broadcaster. His plays, including ‘At the Black Pig’s Dyke’, ‘Song of the Yellow Bittern’ and ‘A Cry from Heaven’, have been produced Internationally and by Druid Theatre Company and the Abbey Theatre. He has published two collections of poetry,‘The Colour of Language’ and ‘Lives and Miracles’ and co-edited ‘The Turning Wave: Poems and Songs of IrishAustralia’. During another free

event for Imagine, Joe Duffy will also join the festival and read from his book, “Children of the Rising’ on October 27th at 7.00 p.m. Duffy says the book is full of “uncomfortable truths” and contains a “completely new part of the story of 1916 that has simply never been told before”. A brilliant new Art Exhibition curated by Artist Colin Martin featuring the works of Artists Colin Martin, Martin Gale, Mick O’Dea and Eithne Jordan is open at Greyfriars Gallery and a visual art trail featuring a number of surprise exhibitions and pop up visual art trail elements feature in pedestrian areas across the City, created by the South East Makers Association and ‘The Imagination Collectors’ ensure there are imaginative landscapes sprouting up across the City with all of the installations being made from recycled and reused materials. For young festival visitors a full programme curated to entertain young minds has been created; enchanting tales and stories will be to the fore at the ‘Horribly Historical Trails’ a guided walking tour, which will explore Waterford’s ghastly history. An Origami making workshop and Mask Making are on offer along with a large scale free event for families ‘Flights of Imagination’ where children and grown ups can make and fly their own kite and enjoy the spectacle of Hot Air Balloons at WIT’s Carriganore campus on Sunday, October 30th from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. The annual 'Booze, Blaas n’Banter’ event celebrating the City’s Quayside and maritime heritage will take plce on Saturday, October 29th from 9.00 a.m.am to 1.00 p.m. with lots of interesting chats and craic with speakers including RTE’ s Marcus Connaughton, and even local historian David Toms flying in especially from Norway for his presentation on cockle picking in Waterford and many more. Join in the fun in Waterford at Imagine Arts Festival until October 30th – see Imagineartsfestival.com

Joe Duffy

History Trail

‘Flights of Imagination’

Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker

Malojian

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Three Munster Club titles for West Waterford athletes CONDITIONS were near perfect for cross country on Sunday last. Carrig na bhFear A.C. had a great course laid out with a wide starting area to accommodate the big numbers competing. Numbers were up in all races with over one thousand athletes from all six counties in Munster competing in ten races from under ten to under 18. Fifty nine athletes from West Waterford made the trip to Cork to compete in all age groups and once again they showed they can hold their own against the best in Munster winning three club titles under 16 boys and girls and under 18 girls and finishing third in the under 10 boys as well as winning ten individual medals. GREAT RUNNING FROM UNDER 10 BOYS AND GIRLS First in action were the girls under 10 and all four girls competing here were a year out of age but were competing to get their first taste of Munster competition before they travel to Limerick for their own under 9 competition. Sarah Gaffney was first home in 51st place followed by Aoife O’Donovan, Aoife Lattimore and Lilí Hallahan. Next up was the boys under 10 1000m and we had some great team running as they took third place in the inter club competition and also helped Waterford to second in the inter county competition. This race had the biggest field of the day with 147 athletes completing the course. David Gaffney equalled his fifth place finish of last year to take an individual medal. Next home was David Nyhan in 18th with Joe Kelly 42nd and Paddy McCarthy 52nd. Niki FitzPatrick was next across the line in 60th place followed by Liam Broderick 70th and Mossie Keogh in 73rd place. David Gaffney, David Nyhan and Joe Kelly were all scoring members of the Waterford team that finished 2nd in the inter-county competition. INDIVIDUAL MEDALS FOR ALLY AND CAOIMHE Caoimhe Prendergast and Ally Cunningham both had a great run in the under 12 girls race. Both had won individual medals last year and they repeated the same feat this year with Caoimhe finishing 5th and Ally finishing 7th. Both girls will now compete on the Munster team at the upcoming All Ireland championships. Next home was Angelina Chizhikova in 66th place and she was followed by the first of our under 11’s Grainne Moore in 70th place. Rhiann Flynn had a good run to finish 76th with Alanna Willians in 86th. Maedbh Kiely was next home in 104th closely followed by Aisling O’Donovan in 104th. Next came Fiona O’Riordan 110th and Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich completed the team in 121st place. This was a great experience for our under 11 girls most of whom were competing at Munster level for the first time. Our under 12 boys team was made up mostly of our under 11 athletes with four of them competing in the Munster championships for the first time. Eoghan Lattimore put in a huge effort and finished 31st followed by Ian Holmes in 64th place with Darragh O’Regan just behind in 64th place. Newcomer Cal Tutty was next across the line in 71st place with Jack Power in 126th and Thomas Broderick in 126th place. OISÍN LEADS WATERFORD TO BRONE MEDALS Oisín O’Riordan had a fantastic run in the under 14 boys finishing

will take place in the Friary on Sunday, November 7th starting at 11.00. There will be races under 9,11,13 and 15. Any athlete who was placed first, second or third in either session of the county championships or was a scoring member of a team that finished 1st cannot compete in the B championships. Check with Mary Ashe if you are eligible to run.

TONY’S LEAGUE AND TRAINING HAVE MOVED TO 4.10 With the dark evenings closing in Tony’s League and training have moved to 4.10 on Wednesdays and Fridays. Please make sure you are in the Friary by 4.10 to warm up so the league can get underway at 4.20. The league kicks-off on Wednesday, 28th October with a practise run and after the run on November 2nd the teams will be allocated. There will be no additions to the teams after this date.The teams are graded with athletes from all ages in each team so it is important that all team members participate each week. Missing a week can put your team out of the running for the prizes.The team contest will take place over the four Wednesdays in November and will conclude with a run off on Dec 7th.This event is the most hotly contested and talked about event on the calendar and I’m sure it will be no different this year. If you are on a team for the league it is very important that you are there every week for your team even one missing runner can put a team out of the reckoning for the team prizes. Training continues in Colligan on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. for our older athletes and on Monday evenings at 6.15 p.m. ATHLETICS INITIATIVE IS COMING TO WEST WATERFORD! We are on the search for the

Niall Blackwell, West Waterford AC, who won an individual medal at the Munster Cross Country.

Micheál Power, West Waterford AC, who was runner up in last Sunday’s Munster Cross Country.

West Waterford AC Munster Cross Country Champions. strongly to take the individual bronze medal and leading Waterford to third place in the inter county competition. Conn Willans also scored on the Waterfod team finishing 37th and qualifying for the All Ireland. Conor Davidson had a much better run than in the counties and was next home in 71st just two place ahead of Eoin Kiely and Mark Blackwell in 75th place. Aine O’Neill made a welcome return to cross country running finishing in 25th place with newcomer Emma Hickey in 28th. Megan Keogh improved twelve places on last year to finish 31st with Kate Killigrew in 38th place. Kate Keogh also improved on her placing from last year when she crossed the line in 45th place followed by Lia Cunningham in 51st. Grace Power completed the team in 59th place well up on her 73rd place of last year. The team finished in 5th place missing out on a place in the All Ireland by just two points. MUNSTER CLUB TITLES FOR UNDER 16 GIRLS AND BOYS The under 16 age group proved to be our strongest on the day with both the girls and the boys striking gold in the inter club contest. In the girls race run over 3000m Lucy Holmes was back to her best form equalling her 4th place finish of last year. The biggest improvement from last year was shown by Kate Hickey. Last year she ran as a newcomer to the sport finishing in 40th place with a years hard training behind her she finished in 5th this year. Lucy and Kate ran side by side in the leading bunch for most of the race with Lucy getting ahead in the sprint to the finish. Dani Cunningham also showed the benefits of regular training finishing 23rd which was also a huge improvement from last year and the fourth scoring member of the team was Mary Kate Prendergast in 27th. Next came Aoife O’Brien 51st with Elia Tutty 67th Orla Keane 68th and Hannah Hallahan 69th. Their first place finish in the inter club race reversed last years result with Kenmare AC taking second to West Waterford this year. Lucy, Kate and Danni were all scoring members of the Waterford team that finished second to Clare in the inter county contest.

In the boys race Cian O’Riordan and Conor Mullany were both in the individual medals with Cian in 5th and Conor in 6th place. Cian was well up throughout the race but Conor stormed home over the last 500m to move up nine places to claim his first individual medal. Micheal Troy ran much better than in the county championships and finished 17th and Luke Power in 28th was the fourth scoring member of the team. There was a welcome return to cross country for Cormac Mahony who finished 37th and next home was Ciaran Frisby in 51st. With newcomers Conor Mullany and Micheal Troy competing with the club in their first Munster Cross Country we fielded a very strong team and got the better of our old rivals Ennis track in the team race. Cian and Conor were also scoring members of the Waterford team that won the inter county competition. We look forward to seeing both these teams in action in the All Ireland at the end of the month. GOLD FOR UNDER 18 GIRLS AND BOYS It was another win for the girls under 18 as they successfully defended the title they won last year. Dairina Ní Sheanlaoich had her first run of the year and finished in 14th place a much improved Rachel Wyley was next home in 16th place and she was followed home by Caoimhe Dwyer in 24th and the fourth scoring member was Sinead O’Brien giving them a combined score of 85 points fifteen points ahead of Ferrybank AC. Dairine and Rachel scored on the Waterford team that finished second to Cork in the inter county competition. In the boys race Micheal Power was our top finisher on the day finishing in second place. After a great battle with Leevale’s Charlie O’Donovan he led Waterford to gold in the inter county competition and Niall Blackwell back in form after his recent injury finished 12th and also scored on the Waterford team. Such was the strength of this Waterford team that all six scoring athletes were in the top twelve and they should be well in the hunt for medals in the All Ireland COUNTY B CHAMPIONSHIPS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7th The County B championships

speediest boys and girls in Ireland! All seven and eight year olds are encouraged to come along to the Blackwater Community School, Lismore on Friday, 4th November at 4 p.m. and see how fast your legs can move! Blackwater AC are kindly hosting the West Waterford trials of The Fastest Feet Nationwide search for Ireland’s fastest kids! At each testing venue we will select Ireland’s fastest feet and the semi-finalists will all be invited to an indoor development meet in the Athlone AIT arena where they will get a chance to experience the thrill or running on an indoor track in front of a packed crowd and rub shoulders with some of Ireland’s top track and field athletes. The winners of the girls and boys finals in Athlone will be flown to New York along with a parent. To be eligible to participate, the child must be under 9 on the 11th February, 2017. FIXTURES Sunday, 7th Nov. Waterford B Championships under 9, 11, 13, 15 Friary at 11 a.m. Sunday, 13th Nov. Munster under 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, Limerick Racecourse. Sunday, 20th Nov. Munster under 10, 12, 14 relays St. Augustine’s College. Sunday, 27th Nov. All Ireland even ages National Sports Campus Abbotstown. Sunday, 4th Dec. Munster B cross country Clarecastle Sunday, 11th Dec. All-Ireland uneven ages Dundalk IT.

Lucy Holmes and Kate Hickey, West Waterford AC, run side by side.

West Waterford AC boys under 10 who finished third in the inter-club contest at the Munster Cross Country.

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Cronin welcomes repair and improvement works around West Waterford A WATERFORD Councillor has welcomed repair and improvement works carried out around Ardmore and West Waterford area. Cllr. Tom Cronin welcomed a fund of €150,000 to repair part of the storm wall in Ardmore, which was damaged over the last number of years. “I also welcome work carried out in recent times, such as the reconstruction of the road at Monea and Whiting Bay, Ardmore,” said Cllr. Cronin. “Those roads were reshaped, tarred and chipped.” Meanwhile, a lot of drainage work has been carried out in the Ardmore / Grange area over the past few weeks.

“I would like to thank the Council outdoor staff and Area Engineer Josephine McGrath for that work. A lot of places had side cleaning carried out, along with pipes and concrete channels installed.” CLASHMORE Cllr. Cronin said there was a lot of work carried out by the Council in and around Clashmore, with more work still to be carried out. “I welcome the reconstruction of the road north of the school in Clashmore. This road was in very poor condition after lots of damage caused by storms earlier in the year. “I am hopeful that more drainage work will be carried out on this same road

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in Clashmore.” Cllr. Cronin welcomed the drainage work carried out behind the old creamery site in Clashmore, and said there is still a certain amount of drainage work to be carried out over the next couple of weeks. “I have also asked the Area Engineer Josephine McGrath to draw up a plan for undergrounding the services, electricity wires, lighting, etc., and upgrade the streets in Clashmore, so we can get an estimate of the costs in place and hopefully we can put that into the Road Works Programme for the coming year,” Cllr. Cronin said. “I would like to thank the Council outdoor staff for cleaning the bridge at the bottom of the street in Clashmore. I hope it will help to reduce the threat of flood damage for the coming year.”

NEW BRIDGE CLASHMORE Meanwhile, Cllr. Cronin revealed that the Council has received tenders for a new bridge by the church in Clashmore. The Council is currently vetting the tenders and it is understood the lowest tender is in the region of €260,000. “I welcome the fact that tenders have come in for the replacement of the bridge near the church in Clashmore, and I hope the contract will be awarded to the successful tender shortly, with works expected to begin in the next three to four weeks,” Cllr. Cronin said. DRAINAGE Cllr. Cronin said the Council will carry out drainage work on the Kinsalebeg / Piltown Road into Clashmore, which should also alleviate flood-

ing problems for several property owners along that road. He said the Council should have work completed for next year from the speed limit on the approach to the village, to alleviate the flooding issues. “It has taken time, but I hope this work will begin very shortly - within the next few weeks,” said Cllr. Cronin. AGLISH Cllr. Cronin welcomed work recently carried out in Aglish. He said a pedestrian crossing near the Cul Rua housing estate to the school was recently completed, which has made it safer for children to cross the road. “This is something which I spoke to local people about and I gave a commitment to them about the crossing. I’m delighted to see it come to fruition,”

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said Cllr. Cronin. “I also welcome the new footpath put in place at Cul Rua out onto the link road at the old Council depot. There are ongoing negotiations to put a railing around the green space adjacent to the old Council depot.” Cllr. Cronin said he expected flood relief work to be carried out later this year, or early next year on

the Villierstown Road out of Aglish, adjacent to the new housing estate. “I’ve also spoken with Irish Water in connection with a vent that is in poor repair adjacent to the old handball alley in Aglish,” said Cllr. Cronin. “I’m told that works to replace the vent will take place over the next few weeks,” Cllr. Cronin added.

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World renowned Kilfenora Céilí Band in concert at Cappoquin Community Centre

QUESTION: I am not happy with work that I had done in my house by a builder and will have to pay for someone else to finish the job properly. What can I do to recoup the additional expense? Answer: If your original builder is unwilling to compensate you, you may be able to pursue a claim against the builder through the Small Claims procedure. The aim of this procedure is to provide an inexpensive, fast and easy way for consumers to resolve disputes without needing to employ a solicitor. The maximum amount you can claim is €2,000. The Small Claims service is provided through local District Court offices. Anyone who has purchased goods or services for private use from someone selling them in the course of business may submit a claim using the Small Claims procedure. You can make claims for faulty goods or bad workmanship, minor damage to property and for the non-return of rent deposits for certain kinds of rented properties. Businesses involved in disputes with other businesses can also use the Small Claims procedure. To make a claim, you complete an application form, which you can get from the Small Claims Registrar at your local District Court office. You can also get help in completing the form from the Registrar. Make sure you use the correct name and address of the person or company against whom you want to make the claim. The completed form with a fee of €25 should be lodged with the Small Claims Registrar. You can also apply online at the Courts Service Online website, csol.ie. The Registrar sends a copy of your application to the person against whom you are making the claim. If the other party does not reply within 15 days of receiving your application, your claim will be automatically treated as undisputed and you can apply for a court order in your favour. But, if your claim is disputed, the Registrar will contact you and let you have a copy of the reasons why the other party is disputing your claim. The Registrar will try to negotiate a settlement to the dispute. If no settlement can be reached, the matter is then set down for a court hearing in the District Court. You can get more information on your options from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungrvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlon Yard, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Walking for Solas Centre, Waterford - Margaret Murray, Ballyvoile and Mary Fraher, Ballinroad who took part in the Solas Centre Fun Run/Walk recently.

CAPPOQUIN Community Centre will host the world renowned Kilfenora Céilí Band this coming November. The legendary Kilfenora Céilí Band will be in concert in Cappoquin as part of their pulsating new tour, with tunes forged out of raw native dance riffs from the Burren Hills, with the addition of viola, cello, bass and vocalist Don Stiffe - the new soundscape has added spice to their large-scale theatre spectacle, complete with pile-driving rhythms and slick dancers - ensuring a great night for all concert goers. Their new album ‘Now is the Hour’ was released in March, 2015, which coincided with their tour. As well as Cappoquin, the Kilfenora Céilí Band will play at other venues in the New Year, including Dublin Castle, the INEC in Killarney, and Glór Ennis. Linden Productions proudly presents the Kilfenora Céilí Band in concert at the Cappoquin Community Centre on Saturday, 12th November, 2016. Doors 7.00 p.m., and show begins at

8.00 p.m. Tickets are €25 (unreserved seating), which are available from Ticketmaster.ie and various local outlets: Cappoquin Community Centre, 058-52746; Ferrick’s Pharmacy, Cappoquin, 05854165; Ballyrafter Service Station, Lismore, 058-54665; and John Foley’s Campus Service Station, Kilrush, Dungarvan, 058-42998. More information on Ireland’s oldest céilí band (formed in 1909) at www.kilfenoraceiliband.com; or find them on Facebook, www.facebook.com/kilfenoraceiliband; and Twitter @kilfenoraceili. Cappoquin Community Centre has hosted many big names in concert / shows over the years, including Mike Denver, Nathan Carter, Finbarr Furey, Brendan Grace, Keith Barry and Mario Rosenstock, to name but a few. You can find Cappoquin Community Centre on Facebook www.facebook.com/cappoquincommunity.

CORBETT (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jim Corbett, late of “Star of the Sea,” Stradbally, who died on 29th October, 2005. R.I.P. Missed in the morning, Of every day, Missed in the evening, As light fades away. Missed in a thousand, And one little ways, Around every corner, A memory stays. Will those who think of Jim today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

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DINEEN (49th and 13th anniversaries) – In loving memory of our dear parents Edward and Annie Dineen, late of Clonea, Dungarvan. Edward who died on 19th October, 1967, and Annie who died on 21st October, 2003. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th October, at 10.00 a.m. in Modeligo Church. Deep in our hearts your memory is kept, To love, to cherish and never forget.

–Sadly missed and always remembered by your son Danny; daughters Ann, Alice, Cáit and Nuala; daughter-in-law, sons-in-law, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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ENRIGHT (2nd and 3rd anniversaries) – In fond and loving memory of our parents Johnnie and Pauline Enright, late of Mitchell Street, Dungarvan. Pauline who died on 25th October, 2013, and Johnnie who died on 10th November, 2014. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th October, at 10.00 a.m. in Ballinroad Church. Gone from our sight, But never our memories, Gone from our touch, But never our hearts.

–Always remembered by sons Tom and John, Kerry and the Enright and O’Regan families. HURLEY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of John Hurley, late of Silversprings, Dungarvan, formerly Ring, whose 1st Anniversary occurs on 29th October, 2016.

–Always remembered by your loving wife Sheila and brother Pat.

DEMPSEY, Aidan Olainn (Knockateemore, Dungarvan) – Third Anniversary, November 4th. –Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Terry; children Niamh, Cathal, Seighin, Luarena and Cliodhna; by his grandchildren and all the family.

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DONNELLY (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather Anthony Donnelly, late of Upper Ballyguiry, whose Anniversary occurs on 31st October. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th October, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan, at 10.00 a.m. The Angels looked down from Heaven one night, They searched for miles afar, And deep within the distance, They could see a shining star. They knew that very instant, That star was theirs to gain, So they took you up to Heaven, Forever to remain. Look down on us from Heaven, Keep us free from hurt and pain, You’ll always be within our hearts, Until we meet again.

–Always loved and sadly missed by your wife Mary Jo; sons Francis, Pat and Sean; daughters Caroline, Josepha, Philomena, Olivere and Martina. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx GRANDAD To us you were so special, So caring, kind and true, You will never be forgotten, Because we thought the world of you.

–Forever in our hearts, from your loving grandchildren Lennon, Alanah, Evelyn, Kian, Lucy, Alison, Ava, Zak, Ewan, Amelia, Josh, Rubie and AnthonyJoseph, XXXX.

FOLEY (12th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ann Foley, late of Garryduff, Colligan, and San Francisco, who died on 30th October, 2004. R.I.P. Mass offered.

The blow was hard, The shock was severe, To part with one, We loved so dear. Life was desired, But God did see, Eternal life, Was best for thee. Will those who think of John today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered and sadly missed by your mother Chris and brother Richard.

You slipped away so quietly, No goodbye or no farewell, Just how much we miss you, No world or verse can tell. Your pains are all gone now, Your worries cast away, In a place we only dream of, Safe in Heaven today.

–Remembered with love by all your family.

KIRWAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mona Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Fews, who died on 26th October, 2007. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th November, in Fews Church at 6.30 p.m. FOLEY (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Foley, late of 14 St. Brigid’s Well, Dungarvan, who died on 31st October, 2011. R.I.P. Mass offered. No matter how life changes, No matter what I do, A special place within my heart, Is always there for you.

–Always remembered by your friend Anita.

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Your needs were simple, Your wants were few, If your family were happy, So were you. A heart of gold, A life so true, Loved and respected, By all you knew. Always willing, Helpful and kind, What lovely memories, You left behind.

–Always in our thoughts and sadly missed by her immediate family, husband Vinny; sons David, Tony and Paudie; daughter Marcella and grandchildren.

MANGAN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Paddy Mangan, late of Bridane, Lismore, whose Anniversary occurs on 28th October. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 29th October, in St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore, at 6.15 p.m. Our hearts are full of memories, We treasure them with care, But the way you had to leave us, Will always seem unfair. We never knew that morning, What sorrow the day would bring, When a heart of gold stopped beating, And we couldn’t do a thing.

–Always loved and remembered by Anne, Dermot, Ber, Patrick, Oliver, Val and all the family.

KIRWAN (9th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mona Kirwan, late of Kealfoun, Fews, and Carrigeen, Kill, who died on 26th October, 2007. R.I.P. Mass offered. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 12th November, in Fews Church at 6.30 p.m. It need not be a special day, To bring you to our minds, For a day without a thought of you, Is very hard to find. We think of you in silence, We talk about you too, We have some lovely memories, But we wish we still had you. If memories bring us closer, We are never far apart, For you are always with us, In our thoughts and in our hearts.

–Sadly missed by her brothers Philip and Tom; and sisters Marie, Finola and Claire; nieces and nephews.

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O’BRIEN (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Simon O’Brien, late of Ballyduff, Dungarvan, whose Anniversary occurs on 28th October. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Lovingly remembered by his wife Eily; Mary, Luke, Bernadette and Margaret and families.

O’MAHONY (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of Maurice (Mossie) O’Mahony, late of Kinsalebeg, Co. Waterford, who died on 30th October, 2003. R.I.P. No length of time can take away, Our thoughts of you from day to day, Though absent you are always near, Still loved, still missed, still very dear. Will those who think of Mossie today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Sadly missed by his wife Mary; sons Gerry, Maurice and Michael, and his daughter Angela.

O’DONNELL (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Brigid O’Donnell (nee Foley), late of Knockrower, Stradbally, who died on 27th October, 2013. Your memory is so precious, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

–Sadly missed by all your family. O’TOOLE (25th anniversary) – In memory of a dear father Joe O’Toole, late of 7 Saint Mary Street, Dungarvan, who died on 4th November, 1991. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 29th October, 2016, at 6.15 p.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Friary Street, Dungarvan. We miss his smile, his kindly ways, With him we spent such happy days, His nature was loving and giving, His heart was made of gold, And to us who truly loved him, His memory will never grow old.

–Sadly missed by always remembered by your son Joseph; daughter-in-law Mairin, and grandchildren Margaret, Jody and Fiona.

O’MAHONY (44th anniversary) – In loving memory of Catherine O’Mahony, late of Kinsalebeg, Co. Waterford, who died on 26th October, 1972, aged 5 years. R.I.P. Taken as a child to your Heavenly abode, We knew you for only five short years, Many days have passed and suns have set, Our eyes have shed so many tears.

–Sadly missed by her mother Mary; brothers Gerry, Maurice and Michael, and her sister Angela.

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BERESFORD – Birthday remembrance of Anne Beresford, late of Castlequarter House, whose 42nd birthday ocurs on 30th October. AS I SIT IN HEAVEN As I sit in Heaven, And watch you every day, I try to let you know with signs, I never went away. I hear you when you’re laughing, And watch you as you sleep, I even place my arms round you, To calm you as you weep. I see you wish the days away, Begging to have me home, So I try to send you signs, So you know you are not alone. Don’t feel guilty that you have, Life that was denied to me, Heaven is truly beautiful, Just you wait and see. So live your life, Laugh again, enjoy yourself, be free, Then I know with every breath you take, You’ll be taking one for me.

–Love always Lionel, Katie and Michael.

NORRIS – Birthday remembrance on Friday, 28th October, of our beloved son and brother William Graham Norris, late of Bramblehill, Lemybrien, and Woodfield, Glendalligan. GRAHAM It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not leave alone, For part of us went with you, That day you did not come home. We did not see you close your eyes, We did not hear you say goodbye, All we knew was you were gone, Questions asked but answers none. In life we thought of you every day, Now that thought never goes away, Until we meet again my love, May you rest in peace.

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In loving remembrance of Pat on the First Anniversary of her death; we, her family, would like to express our appreciation to all who supported us at that time. We wish to sincerely thank all those who had Masses offered, who sent messages of sympathy and those who attended her Requiem Mass and burial. We would also like to thank David, Margaret and Darragh Kiely for their kindness and professionalism. A special thanks to Dr. Isobel Brennock for her great attention to Pat throughout the years. We hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted as a token of our deep appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for your intentions.

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Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following roads from 12noon to 6pm on Sunday 20th November 2016 to facilitate Dungarvan Aglow 2016.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

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

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

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

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Gardening Services

COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping professionals. Garden design and layout. Planting, water features, patios, stonework, kerbing, fencing, etc. Lawn laying turfed and seeded. For a professional and affordable service contact Paul Curran (087) 2908403. www.comeraghlandscaping.ie (ind.)

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Fergal Colbert Tree Care

EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED TREE SURGEON – Available for all aspects of tree surgery. • Identification and removal of hazardous trees. • Tree reduction and pruning. • Hedge cutting and wood chipping. Contact your local professional Fergal Colbert (087) 7933481 / w w w. f e r g a l c o l b e r t (ind.) treecare.com

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Painting & Powerwashing

PAINTING & POWERWASHING – Interior, Exterior, Woodwork, Wallpapering, etc. Powerwashing of Houses, Farm Buildings. Also all Farm Buildings Spray or Hand Painted. Also Window and Chimney Cleaning (brush and vacuum) available. Contact: Mike Scanlon (087) 6198876. (ind.)

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Computer Services

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer. 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)

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Tree Felling

HEALY TREE FELLING AND LANDSCAPING – Fully insured and certified. Specialising in tree felling, tree pruning and reducing, chipping and removal, landscaping and garden construction including grass and hedge cutting, lawn laying, gravel gardens, paving, decking and fencing. Contact: Eamonn (087) 7784335. (11-11)

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Agri Sale

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

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

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Vehicles For Sale

2006 PEUGEOT ‘PARTNER 600’ DIESEL VAN – 1.9 Diesel (taxed €330), spotless condition, new t/b, kit and service, 18,400 kms., red, DOE 3/’17, taxed 6/’17, t-bar, alloy wheels, e/windows, €2,250. Tel. (052) 6126037 / (087) 6686009. 2007 NISSAN PRIMERA 4 DOOR SALOON – Excellent condition, SX model, alloys, spots, rev. camera, taxed 1/’17, NCT 3/’17, €2,250. Tel. (087) 6686009 / (052) 6126037.

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

ATTENTION – LEAKING ROOFS SEALED INSTANTLY – €10.00 a square metre. Slating, Tiling, Re-roofing, Torch-on Felt a Speciality. Lead Valleys and Chimney Flashing Renewed. Emergency repairs carried out. Estimates free without obligation. All work fully guaranteed. Very keen prices assured. Also Old Slate Roofs Restored with Aquaseal. Contact: Michael, Affordable Roofing, anytime, on (085) 1156507. Email: info@affordableroofing.ie Website: www.affordableroofing.ie (28-10)

FOR SALE Whelan’s Public House The Square, Stradbally, Co. Waterford 7 DAY LICENSED PREMISES WITH OFF-LICENCE Contact: Seller at (051) 293306

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124 (ind.)

Joe Coffey Blinds & Curtains

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Re-Upholstery

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

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Mid-Term Study

3rd & 6th YEARS – Déise College October Mid-Term Supervised Study now enrolling. Call to reception to book place. Tel. (058) (28-10) 48623.

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Preservation Notice

TAKE NOTICE that my lands at Glenmore, Glenbeg and Mullinahorna are strictly preserved, fur and feather. Signed: Pat Curran.

27 GRATTAN SQUARE, DUNGARVAN 058 41506 / 087 0518333 Roller Blinds • Wood Venetian • Vertical • Roman • Velux Roof Blinds • Aluminium Venetian Selection of Wooden & Aluminium Curtain Poles now in stock Curtain Material, Lining & Tapes SELECTION OF READY-MADE CURTAINS IN STOCK 40% OFF WOOD VENETIAN BLINDS OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday 10.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.

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C Samaritans

W O R R I E D ? D I S T R E S S E D ? SUICIDAL? – Whatever you're going through, we're here to listen and help, 24 hours a day, every day. Call SAMARITANS in confidence Freephone 116 123, or e-mail us jo@samaritans.org (ind.)

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If you are concerned for yourself or a loved one Aware can help:

Livestock

PEDIGREE TEXEL RAMS FOR SALE – Tel. (024) 97357 / (087) 9926751. (28-10)

PEDIGREE SUFFOLK RAMS FOR SALE – Tel. (051) 294739 or (087) 4635538 after 4.00 p.m. (28-10)

Depression is very common and impacts thoughts, feelings, energy and behaviour.

For Sale

FIREWOOD FOR SALE – Ash firewood available. 7x3 trailer. Free delivery. Dungarvan and surrounding areas. Phone (087) 2443378 for info. (28-10)

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Déise College

GRINDS – Déise College now enrolling – 5th HL Maths; 6th HL Maths; 6th Class Maths & Irish; 1st/2nd Year Irish; 1st Year Maths; 5th/6th OL Maths; 5th/6th HL Irish; 5th & 6th HL English; 2nd/3rd HL French. Top class teachers. Call to reception for details. Tel. (058) 48623. (28-10)

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C To Let

SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) 4 BED DETACHED HOUSE FOR RENT – Good parking, furnished or unfurnished, for medium term, one mile from Dungarvan. Phone: 087 2620269.

BEREAVEMENT Support and help available Service – Free & Confidential Tel. 058-46100 www.westwaterfordbereavement.org

Bridge

HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (20/10/2016) – 1st Maeve Fitzgerald & Carmel O'Brien; 2nd Nellie Moloney & Mai Mernin; 3rd Maureen Ryan & Mary Kiely; 4th Mary Ashe & Christine O'Keeffe; 5th Carmel Fox & Pat Stack. DUNGARVAN BRIDGE CLUB (20/10/2016) – 1st Ann Heffernan & Tom Prendergast; 2nd Joan & John Mansfield; Joint 3rd Ina Considine & Brigid Burke, Colin Carthy & Pierce Casey; 4th Maureen Power & Pauline Dempsey.

LoCall Helpline 1890 303 302 E: supportmail@aware.ie W: www.aware.ie

KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (19/10/2016) – 1st Maeve Coghlan & David Kelly; 2nd Tess Cusack & Mary Prendergast; 3rd Mary Flahavan & Claire Cummins; 4th Bertha O'Connor & Anne Marie Brown; 5th Betty Murphy & Anna Ryan.

Aware also offers: Support Groups nationwide; Life Skills CBT-based programmes and a positive mental health programme for secondary schools

ABBEY BRIDGE CLUB (19/10/2016) – 1st Ann Clarke & Kathleen Mac Namara; 2nd Cait Christopher & Walter Murphy; 3rd Theresa Sullivan & Patricia Murray; 4th Margaret Foley & Kay Dillon; 5th Margaret Hanafin & Theresa Ryan.

Aware: Support through depression.

CUNNIGAR BRIDGE CLUB (19/10/2016) – 1st Betty Prendergast & Una O’Dwyer; 2nd Una Drennan & Ann McGrath; 3rd Kay Kirwan & Therese Ryan; 4th Doreen Keane & Cait Christopher; 5th joint Walter Murphy & Aine Veale, Delia Smith & Ann Moran.

DÉISE BRIDGE CLUB (Hallowe’en Party: 24/10/2016) – 1st Kathleen Deasy & Sadie Ui Mhiachain; 2nd Mary & Austin Fenton; 3rd Maureen O'Neill & Helen Russell; 4th Michael Kirwan & Maureen Power; 5th Miora Ormond & Ina H. Considine; 6th Marianne Mulcahy & Brid Killigrew.

ADVERTISEMENTS / NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

O Situations Vacant C FULL-TIME FARM WORKER REQUIRED – Duties include milking cows, checking livestock, driving tractors and general farm duties. Youghal area. Tel. Daniel (087) 6268445. (11-11) BAR MANAGER WANTED – Also full and part-time experienced staff wanted ror Dungarvan Bar – Email: omurchusportsbar@yahoo.com (4-11) CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind two children (one school going) 3 miles from Dungarvan Town. Full-time minder preferred but some flexibility in hours is possible if required. Own car is essential for school run. Tel: 086 2551227.

Bookkeeper/Office Administrator WANTED FOR BUSY DUNGARVAN BASED DISTRIBUTION COMPANY 20–30 hours per week to start with view to going full-time within 12 months. Flexible hours. Knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Quickpay essential.

Email CV to PO Box No. 5998 (28-10)

Tá stiúrthóir a lorg ag Naíonra i gContae Phort Láirge Tá post sealadach ar fail i seirbhís sheisiúnach ó Mí na Samhna 2016 go dtí Mí an Mheithimh 2017. Riachtanais • Meas agus ómós do pháistí óga. • Líofacht i nGaeilge • Eolas agus tuiscint críochnúil ar chleachtais agus polaisthe cúram leanaí • Scileanna cumarsáide agus idirphearsanta d’ardchaighdéan • Leibhéal FETAC 6 nó níos airde Litir iarratais agus CV chuig naionracmt@yahoo.com Spriocdháta le haghaidh iarratas comhlánaithe Aoine 11 Samhain. Is fostóir comhionannas deiseanna é an Naíonra.

Metal Fabricators Required CVs to: Hickey Fabrication Services Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford or email: info@hickeyfab.com Expressions of Interest are invited for the post of

Resident Hairdresser Dungarvan Community Hospital We are seeking application from experienced Hairdressers who are interested in assuming the role of providing hairdressing services to the patients at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Informal enquiries should be addressed to Ms. Mary Reilly, Assistant Director of Nursing, Dungarvan Community Hospital 058 20951. Expressions of Interest should be submitted by way of CV to: Paula French, Director of Nursing, Dungarvan Community Hospital, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Email: paula.french@hse.ie Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Friday, 4th November, 2016.

– WANTED –

Person to train as a Construction Plant Fitter Must have a keen interest in mechanics, previous experience desirable, replies with CV to: constructionplantfitter@gmail.com

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WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, Eddie O’Brien, intend to apply for permission for the construction of 5 No. detached two-storey houses and 6 No. semidetached two-storey houses along with connection to all existing services, with roads, footpaths and all ancillary services at Ringaphuca, Knockateemore, Abbeyside, 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 – I, Patrick Whelan, intend to apply for permission for the construction of a single-storey dwelling house along with entrance driveway, sewerage treatment system, percolation area and all associated site works and drainage at Shanbally, Lemybrien, Co. Waterford. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Permission is sought to construct two-storey dwelling, wastewater treatment system, entrance and ancillary works at Lisfennel, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford – Matt Kiely. The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – I, James Hennessey, wish to apply to the above Authority for planning permission for a calf shed and dungstead and associated site works at Cummeen, Kilmacthomas. 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 – I, Richard O’Connor, intend to apply for permission for construction of entrance into forestry land and all ancillary works at Coolbeggan West, Knockanore, 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. adn 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.

Dungarvan Bank of Ireland Enterprise Town Business & Community Expo: Grace Power and Marty Morrissey pictured at the Business & Community Expo at the Dungarvan Sports Centre. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

West Waterford amongst locations in new collection of children’s yarns By Christy Parker CHILDHOOD visits to Ardmore beach and Clashmore feature amongst Stories for Children Vol III, a new collection of short yarns by Shanacoole, Kinsalebeg, author and historian Mike Hackett. The book is being launched in Youghal on Thursday, October 27th. As per its predecessors, the 20 stories are based locally and derived from the author’s memories of a personal childhood swathed in wonder and little adventures. Amongst his references, his points are paddling and fishing in Ardmore and a thin whistle band in Clashmore. “I feel children get more from a story when they relate strongly to the location”, says the author. As in previous volumes, the stories are superbly illustrated by local artist Paul Daly, whose colourful interpretations alone lend enchantment. The stories are short, anecdotal and predominantly set in Youghal.The settings will be familiar but in some instances no longer in existence, as Youghal strand, the Clock Gate and Cork Hill share pages with the long-gone railway station, gasworks and various family businesses. Some of the tales are true, some half true and some truly imagined; there is added pleasure in not knowing the difference. “All the stories are based on real experiences”, says Mike, “and some are completely factual”. Sometimes too the characters’ real names are deployed; sometimes they give way to aliases. Thus young minds learn how legendary CIE bus crew Bertie Doyle and Mick Keogh once found their vehicle invaded by sheep, as was Merrick’s department store that same day. Ask your gran whether these two gentlemen were real! Less likely to be factual, but quite imaginative, a group of migrants picking black-

berries also pluck the unripe green and red berries. Later they use the colours to paint their Palestinian flag on the pavement! Small details such as potholes dislodged lumps of coal from trucks for small girls to bring home, as walks to the hurling field are shortened by coins secretly dispersed on grass verges by a scheming dad and, by way of a literary detour to west Waterford, a stream is dammed to create a paddling pool. These are stories aimed for the early reader or even the soon-to-be-a-reader but leave photo-like imprints on the mind while holding space for a parent or babysitter to embellish and protract. The stories are social commentary too, intrinsically reflecting a pace of life and a way of living now gone yet that forever transcends time in the hearts of children. Printed by Flanagan Print, Stories for Children, Volume III launches at Youghal library on October 27th, at 7.00 p.m. priced €12. Available from local outlets. Fellow Kinsalebeg man and Youghal Town Crier Cliff Winser will announce the event from 6.30 p.m.

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NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Coast Guard Ground Briefing COAST Guard ground briefing from Rescue 117 based in Waterford airport for local emergency services held at Bunmahon GAA club, organised by the Bunmahon Unit of the Irish Coast Guard. In attendance, Kilmacthomas Fire Service, Bunmahon Lifeguard and Inshore Lifeboat, the Irish Red Cross Portlaw, Kill, Kilmacthomas Cardiac First Responders, Kill and Bunmahon Cardiac First Responder's, Bonmahon Coast Guard Unit and Rescue 117. Special thanks to the crew of Rescue 117, Pilot Ronan Flanagan, Co pilot Jason O'Flynn, Winch Operator Neville Murphy, Winchman Sean Jennings.

Kilmacthomas Fire Service

Brian Fleming from Bonmahon Coast Guard Unit presenting Ronan Flanagan pilot of Rescue 117 with a picture of the local area as a token of gratitude for the services 117 provides.

Bonmahon Inshore Lifeboat Crew

Kilmacthomas Cardiac First Responders

Winch operator Neville Murphy and winchman Sean Jennings from Rescue 117 engaging with the community.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch

Tara Grant, Olivia Gooney, James O'Hanlon, Bryan Reville, Brian Fleming, Fran Conroy with Rescue 117 in the background.

NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

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: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! Please note change in time. (ind.)

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 1st Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrnes; 2nd Helen Morrissey & Pat O’Connor. Lucky Tables: Pat Kirby, Finbar Byrnes, Rita Leamy, Ann Geary, Sheila Lonergan, Helen Cunningham. Raffle: Helen O’Keeffe, Eddie Sheehan, Mary Fennessy, Eddie Byrnes, Helen Cunningham, John Conway, Tom Casey, Sean Higgins, Helen Morrissey.

Dungarvan Lions Club OUR Christmas Appeal is now well underway. The central part of our fundraising this year is our Monster Raffle, about which we will be telling you more in due course. Last Thursday, we had a very successful and enjoyable Music Night in Nagle’s Bar, Grattan Square, where entertainment was provided by The Rambling Rogues. The singing and storytelling were of the highest quality and a very satisfactory sum was raised for those who will need help at Christmas. Next Saturday we will be hosting a similar event in Mooney’s Bar in Ring. Do come along for what is sure to be another great night.

KCK Ladies Club KCK Ladies Club continue to meet on the first Monday of every month. Our next meeting is November 7th and will be an information night on Pilates and its benefits. Also, a night for your diaries, 25th November is our Christmas night out in the Park Hotel. Chairperson, Patricia will be taking names for what will be a night to look forward to. Members and non members welcome to join us.

Ballysaggart Community Council 45 Card Results 1st Sheila Lonergan and Joan Hannon; 2nd Stephen Cunningham and Helen O'Keeffe. Lucky Tables: Dan Howard and Fionnuala Hynes, Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey. Tickets: Delia Cashell, Rita Doocey, Helen O'Keeffe and Ber Coughlan.

Vintage Run in aid of Deise Day Care Centre, Dungarvan FUNDRAISING Vintage Run will take place on Sunday, 6th November, 2016, at 12 noon at John Paul’s Pub, Old Parish. This has become an annual event, thanks to the organiser, Trish Cleary. The Déise Day Care Centre is a very valuable social resource, Monday to Friday by providing in-house services and Meals on Wheels delivery for over 65s in Dungarvan and surrounding areas. Last year’s event was most successful and in spite of the cold weather, people came out to support this very worthy cause and the Day Centre was delighted to receive a cheque for €1,166.00. This events starts with the Vintage Vehicles departing at 12 noon and the run will take approximately an hour. Refreshments will be provided before and after the run. This year, music will be provided, from 2–6 p.m.Thanks to volunteer Anne Walsh and her band Sunset Sound. There will also be a raffle on the day, and we would like to thank all our local sponsors for the raffle donations. So the place to be on Sunday, November 6st is John Paul’s Pub, Old Parish. Thank you for your support.

Waterford & Suir Valley Railway volunteers getting in to character for the Spooky Express on 29th October.

Waterford & Suir Valley Railway - It’s Spooky Time THE volunteer crew at Waterford & Suir Valley Railway are busy getting ready for the annual Spooky Express next weekend. The Spooky Express will be held on Saturday, 29th October at Kilmeaden Station. If you are brave enough board the ghost train to set off in the dark of the night through the countryside and along the banks of the River Suir where you will encounter some very scary scenes indeed. All

set to an equally scary music score. “Not for the faint hearted this is one of the most anticipated events on the railway schedule as it is great fun” said Maria Kyte, Manager of the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway. “The crew spend the month of October preparing storylines, props, costumes and music for this event and on the night about 60 volunteers help to make sure it is a success.”

There will be six trips on the evening beginning at 5.15 pm and continuing until 9.00 p.m. Tickets are €13 per adult and €10 per child. This is a very popular event and must be booked in advance. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Waterford & Suir Valley Railway, Kilmeadan Station, Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford. Telephone 051-384058. The railway will also open for the school Mid-term break from

Sunday, 30th October to Sunday, 6th November. The schedule is for three trips each day at 12.00 noon, 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m.This will be the normal 12km round trip from Kilmeaden to Carriganore, without the ghosts and ghouls, but some may still be hanging around the station. There is no advance booking required, tickets may be purchased on the day from the ticket office at Kilmeaden Station.

Dungarvan Town Kilrossanty Pantomime!! Red Riding Hood - Just five weeks away! From the team that brought you “Oliver” DUNGARVAN Encore Stage Academy is delighted to inform you that tickets for the much anticipated 2016 Christmas Pantomime are on sale now!!! The Panto ‘Red Riding Hood’, which is packed with music, jokes, dancing and talent, will be on stage nightly from Thursday, December 1st, to Saturday 3rd and Thursday, December 8th, to Saturday 10th at 7.30 p.m. each evening. Also this year there are two Matinee performances, dates are Sunday 4th and 11th and the start time is 3.00 p.m. Tickets on sale in David Walsh Office Supplies, and Kelly’s Chemist, Abbeyside, and Shane Curran Home Company. Family and group concessions are available. Again a local cast will be dressed up for “Dungarvan Aglow,” so watch out for Panto Characters floating around the town over the next few weeks! We have lots of New

Fresh faces who are practicing hard to ensure you enjoy the fresh new format this year! This year’s Panto is the best yet!! Lots of quality music, acting and dances for the whole family to enjoy. This Panto is not the normal Red Riding Hood!! We have Elsa! Belle! Sleeping Beauty! Goldilocks and Gretel. So don’t miss out on the fun family show of the year!

Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy is now taking bookings for the January term. For further information you are welcome to contact Aileen Hogan on 087 6299508 anytime. For up to date announcements keep your eyes on the papers and on facebook http://www.facebook.com/EncoreStageAca demy

FANCY DRESS Hallowe’en Fancy Dress party will be held in Micilin’s this Saturday night, 29th October. Proceeds will go to Lemybrien Tidy Towns. Refreshments will be served, music also provided. All are welcome. BINGO Bingo this Friday night in Crotty’s Inn - 28th October at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Prizemoney €1,200. Raffle for cash prizes. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw this Friday night 28th in Melleray. Money to be with Mairead, Jason or Kevin by Friday please. Names have been deleted from the draw as money has not been paid up. SYMPATHY Sympathy to Monny Walsh, Comeragh on the death of his sister Teresa Drummey, Ring. May she rest in peace. ACADEMY Academy 6 to 9 years, Little Dribblers 3 to 6 continue each Saturday morning at Stradbally Soccer Club 10.30 a.m. to 11.45 a.m.This is a great way to introduce little ones to group play and the basics of soccer in a safe and welcome environment. Come along and bring your parents. Stradbally Soccer Club Astro turf pitch available to hire. More details - contact Tadhg 087-2306841.

Ballymacarbry CHIROPODY CLINIC Next Chiropody Clinic will be held in 15 Cluain Cairbre, Ballymacarbry on Thursday, 27th October. For appointments, please contact Valerie on 087 9621553. PILATES Pilates new block of classes are starting Tuesday, 8th November for 6 weeks from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in Ballymacarbry Community Centre.These classes are a great way to keep fit and stretch your muscles especially if you are a runner or into physical exercise. If you are interested in joining this fantastic class, please contact Helen on 087 7910454.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Kill SINCERE SYMPATHY It is with great sadness that we report of the death of Mrs. Teresa Mulcahy, nee Heffernan, Dunhill, Co. Waterford and formerly of Ballyleen, Kill. Having fought an extraordinary battle with illness, she will be sadly missed by husband John and her children Adam, Sophie and Amy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all her family and the many friends at this sad time. May she rest in peace. RAG & PHONE Once again, a huge well done to all who supported the recent Rag & Phone collection at Kill National School. A fantastic amount of €810 was raised from simply donating unwanted items. Another collection will be arranged to take

Seamie O'Brien, Bonmahon Tidy Towns giving the pupils a talk and slide show on "Beautiful Bonmahon" and how to keep the village beautiful.

Bonmahon WORDS The next WORDS Event will take place on Wednesday, 2nd November at 7.45 p.m. in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre.This will be a lovely preparation in the days coming up to the first ever Book Fair held there. All are welcome to the WORDS event – if you are a writer yourself, love performing someone else’s work or if you just enjoy sitting back and listening to others perform – give it a try, there really is something there for everybody and the atmosphere is second to none. For further information or to book a seat, please call 051 292919. SOCCER Our Academy & Little Dribblers takes place each Saturday morning at Stradbally Soccer Club, 10.30 to 11.45 a.m. Fun and games for all children, bring your parents! AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire at Stradbally Soccer Club. For details contact Tadhg at 087 2306841. FRIDAY FILM NIGHT HALLOWE’EN WEEKEND! October 28th at 7.30

p.m. at the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. Don’t miss the chance to attend a special showing of the 1968 cult classic “Night of the living Dead” in the unique environment of the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre. A desperate group of individuals takes refuge in an abandoned house when corpses begin to leave the graveyard in search of fresh human bodies to devour...Admission €5. Tuck Shop and Coffee Dock will be open on the night. Wine is also available. This is an over 18 event. NEWS FROM KNOCKMAHON NS Congratulations to Eve Morrissey who entered the 2FM Primary School competition recently and her story about our school was one of 25 picked out of 5,500 entries nationwide. Well done Eve. A BIG THANK YOU to Seamie O'Brien, Bonmahon Tidy Towns who presented a slide show and gave a talk on "Beautiful Bonmahon" and how to keep our village beautiful. Our annual raffle draw will be taking place in school on Friday, October

28th at 12 noon - good luck to all who have bought lines [lines for sale in school] Happy Hallowe’en to all. MINERAL HUNT Saturday, 29th October at 12 noon at the Geopark Visitor Centre Bunmahon: Mineral hunt in the GeoGarden. Meeting at the visitor centre, Copper Coast Geologist Robbie Galvin will give a lecture on identifying minerals followed by a scavenger hunt in the GeoGarden to see who can find the rarest and most valuable minerals. Entry fees: Children €1, Adults €2 (family discounts available).There will be prizes for the team/persons with the most valuable minerals. INAUGURAL BOOK FAIR The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre will host the first annual Book Fair on Sunday, 6th November from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Book lovers and collectors alike are sure to find treasures of all types of books to suit any pocket. Admission is free and afternoon teas will be served. Come along and see for yourself!

Officer’s Jacket. OBJECT OF THE WEEK – WAR OF INDEPENDENCE OFFICER’S JACKET This War of Independence Officer’s Jacket was worn by James Mansfield, Crobally, Old Parish. It carries the label of Dan Fraher, Draper, Grattan Square, Dungarvan. James was the Commanding Officer of the 3rd Battalion Decies Brigade of the I.R.A. during the War of Independence and the Civil War. He escaped to Canada after the ceasefire. A detailed account of the Irish War of Independence from a local point of view including information about James, and one of his brothers, Michael, can be found on the Museum website www.waterfordmuseum.ie which includes the following incident: For several months previous to January 1920, Captain King, who was the Police Inspector in Dungarvan, had been making a nuisance of himself. He drove out to the Mansfield home and threatened to shoot Hannah Mansfield unless she informed on her sons. A

place early in the New Year. REVISED EDITION Tom Power's revised version of "The Mysterious John Grey" is now available on Feed A Read. An ideal, local Christmas gift for your relations or friends at home or away. Set on the Copper Coast in the Summer of 1956, a foreign country compared to present day Ireland. Follow the exploits of a modern day Irishman in the Ireland of that era. KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Join us for social dancing every Wednesday morning from 10.45 a.m. – dancing and a cuppa with some gorgeous home-made treats make this a very social morning indeed! Yoga takes place every Wednesday from 6 p.m. For

further information, please contact Anetta on 087 9730902. Our next Bingo night is on this Thursday, 27th October with eyes down at 8 p.m. This week, we are playing for a jackpot of €260. Guitar lessons take place on Saturday mornings from 10.30 a.m. Please contact Michael on 087 9050190 for further information. This year’s Kids Hallowe’en Disco will take place on Sunday 30th from 4.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. Admission is €5. BECOME A MOBRO! Join us this Friday night in Kirwan’s Bar for all the information and the sponsorship pack for this year’s Movember, raising awareness of the importance of men’s health – it’s not a sign

of weakness to get any issues checked out! Well done to all who have committed to taking part already. DON’T FORGET! This Sunday morning, clocks will go back by one hour. That’s right...it means an extra hour in bed! CONGRATULATIONS A big well done and congratulations to the Copper Coast Scouting Group on being shortlisted for the Youth & Children category in the Waterford PPN Community & Voluntary Awards which are due to be held at the end of the month. Being shortlisted as one of three organisations in a category with a total of 17 nominations is a fantastic achievement, and well deserved!

group of Dungarvan Volunteers took the Captain’s car which was in a garage over half a mile from his house. They then pushed it through the town to his front door where they drenched it with petrol and set it on fire. Shortly afterwards the Captain was transferred to Mallow at his own request. This little operation was carried out by Pax Whelan, Joe Wyse, George Lennon, Pat Lynch and Pat Power. The fact that a group of Volunteers could destroy a policeman’s car by fire in broad daylight in the centre of Dungarvan shows the power of the West Waterford Brigade at that time. ILLUSTRATED TALK – WRECK DIVING WITH EOIN McGARRY – DIVING THE SOUTH EAST SHIPWRECKS

who couldn’t get a seat and had to stand outside the room. Waterford County Museum A.G.M. on Thursday, 27th October at 8 pm at the Museum, Friary Street All are welcome. We hope to see as many of the Museum Society members as possible as we value your input and ideas. HISTORIC PLAQUES IN GRATTAN SQUARE If you take a wander around Grattan Square you will see the historic plaques which have been installed so far. They illustrate people and events relating to Dungarvan down through the ages. SPOOKY HALLOWE’EN HUNT AT THE MUSEUM On Friday, 28th October and from Tuesday, 1st November to Friday, 4th November during Museum opening hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come and visit the Museum in Friary Street and find the creepy objects hidden in the display cases around the Museum, make a witch, colouring and more. Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE ONLINE GENEALOGY RESOURCES The Museum receives a high number of visitors researching their family histories, so we have produced a guide to free online genealogy resources which is available at the reception desk. 1916 EXHIBITION The exhibition highlights the Co. Waterford links with

the Rising and some of the leaders. Open daily Monday to Friday, 10am-5pm. Admission is free. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them. We would scan them and give you back the originals. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058 45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 26TH OCTOBER 2016 Surname, First Name, Age, Service No Rank, Service, Unit, Where Born, Death Category, Date of Death. O'Brien John, 30, 6416, Gunner, Army, R.H.A./R.F.A. 190Bde., Waterford, Killed in action, 10/24/16 . Keeffe William, 21, 6802, Pr. Army, R. West Surrey 7Bn., Lismore, Wounds, 10/25/16. Henly Peter, 8630, Rifleman, Army, R.I.Rifles 2Bn.,Tallow, Killed in action, 10/26/16. O'Brien Daniel, 400V Stoker, R.N Res, H.M.S Drake, Waterford, Died 10/26/16 Jacobs George Richard, 1239/S (Ch), R.N.Res, H.M.S. Trawler, Bradford, Waterford, At Sea 10/26/16.

Eoin McGarry. Our second lecture of the winter season, ‘Diving the South East Shipwrecks’ with Eoin McGarry which was held in the Green Room of the Town Hall Theatre on Wednesday, 19th October was a huge success and was very well attended. Our thanks to Eoin for a very interesting and enjoyable talk. Our apologies to those

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Padraigin Ni Chadhla who plays Aunt Kate, Lisa O'Sullivan who plays her niece Mary Jane and Orla Glascott, Aunt Julia.

Dungarvan Dramatic Club “THE FORMATION OF A DRAMATIC CLASS” A GENERAL meeting of all those interested in Dramatic Art will be held in the Town Hall, Dungarvan at 8.30 p.m. on Friday the 7th inst. This meeting will have as its object the promotion of culture in Dungarvan and will be non-political and non-sectarian. Very Rev. T. Canon O’Brien has kindly consented to preside at the meeting to which a cordial invitation to attend is extended to all.” (Dungarvan Leader and Dungarvan Observer November 1st, 1941). This short notice which appeared in this paper 75 years ago heralded the birth of our Club which has affectionately come to be known by the people of Dungarvan and its environs, simply as “The Drama”. We are very proud of the fact that the Club continues to uphold the time honoured aims and aspirations of its founders 75 years later

and as part of our celebration of that achievement we will be presenting Hugh Leonard’s acclaimed adaptation of “The Dead” in the Town Hall Theatre November 16th to 19th exactly 75 years after the

Cub was founded in that venue. Little did those think, who attended those first meetings, that the Cub which they initiated would still be performing there three quarters of a century later. Tickets for “The Dead” are available from the Wine Buff Grattan Square and Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside.We look forward to welcoming you to the “Morkan Sisters, annual dance”.

David Mansfield who plays Mr. Bergin and Dave Pollock who plays Mr. Kerrigan in Dungarvan Dramatic Clubs forthcoming production of The Dead by Hugh Leonard.

MASS TIMES As the painting continues at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally Mass this week will take place at Sacred Heart Church, Faha at 9.30 a.m. each morning. RECENT BAPTISMS Saoirse Elizabeth Coffey, daughter of Kevin and Sharon Coffey, Ballydwane was baptised at Holy Cross Church, Stradbally on Saturday, 22nd October, 2016. The sponsors were Grainne Costello and Michael Henneberry. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. Iarlaith John Power, son of Ger and Brid Power, Lisnagerah, Bonmahon was baptised at St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen on Saturday, 22nd October, 2016. The sponsors were Declan Gilchrist and Angela Power. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. Richard James Purcell, son of Patrick and Lousie Purcell, Currabaha West was baptised at Sacred Heart Church, Faha on Saturday, 22nd October, 2016. The sponsors were Susanne and Michael Galvin. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. STRADBALLY MARKET The local Calendar was launched at the market last Saturday morning and was received very well by those attending. A donation from the sale of each calendar will go towards ‘Guide Dogs for the Blind’. There was some debate in trying to identify some local cows appearing to represent the month of September in the calendar, some remarked that they belonged to Matt Cummins while other swore they belonged to John Dunphy. I can say for sure they are very good looking and definitely Stradbally cows. You will have to buy the calendar and see if you can identify the cows. Next weekend being Hallowe’en the ladies are holding a raffle at the market. The fresh produce and home baking will be on offer and Richard will have the kettle on the boil for that lovely cup of tea and scones. LOCAL SOCCER They was no jackpot winners in the Lotto draw at the Bally Inn recently. The numbers drawn were 2, 5, 13, 15. The €25 winners were John Crowley, Eoin Connors and Matt Kiely. The Promoter’s prizewinner was Francis Sheehan. The next draw will take place on Sunday night at O’Mahony’s, Durrow with a jackpot of €4,700 on offer. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. Academy and Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning 10.30 a.m. to 11.45 a.m., great fun

assured, all children and their parents welcome. The Soccer Club Annual Table Quiz in conjunction with the Barron Hall takes place at the Cove Bar, Stradbally on Friday, 11th November. A great night assured, do drop along and bring a friend. STRADBALLY WHIST CLUB We meet this Wednesday, 26th October at 7.30 p.m., play starts 8.00 p.m. The evening costs only €5 and for that you could win one of 11 prizes! We have a break with tea and cakes and at the end of the evening a raffle draw (€1 a ticket). Separately we are having a raffle for the Waterford Hospice. There are lovely prizes to include a Waterford Crystal Vase/Newbridge Silver Necklace/Handbag/Christ mas Hamper. This is your last week to buy tickets. The draw will be on Wednesday, 7th December. We will be presenting the cheques for monies raised at our Charity Event to The Waterford Hospice & Bunmahon Lifeboat, at the Cove Bar Stradbally, Thursday, 3rd November. 8.00 p.m. And we hope to see members of both charities present. Richard at the Cove Bar has been great in helping us whenever we ask a favour. Thank you Richard! HISTORIC TALKS Thursday, 27th October, “A young leaf of a Woodhouse tree” John Uniacke and his time. The original name of Woodhouse was Torc Raith, means “Swine Mound”.The latter would obviously refer to the mound by the house, for in the middle ages, besides cows another valuable asset was the herd of pigs which were turned out to the forests to forage. By the late 1600s the property was known as “Woodhouse”.The Civil Survey of 1654 had Woodhouse with 1265 acres, the Survey also recorded....there is on the premises the ruins of a good stone house, good mill worth £10 by the year, a pleasant brook, a good orchard and garden and at Stradballymore there is a country town with a great many houses on this land”. Came into the possession of the Uniacke's in 1724 for £8,000. An extract from Smith Waterford 1777...., “Maurice Uniacke obtained a premium for planting 152,640 trees in 1742”. To this day one of the pluses in Stradbally is the amount of trees growing in the place. Marianna Lorenc, historian will give the talk on “John Uniacke and his time”. A map of the Uniacke Estate Woodhouse 1819 will

be on display, showing the names of the tenants on the estate covering a number of townlands, followed by, “Fred Moore Carriganna: one man’s war; talk by Elizabeth Quinn (Cousin). Those of us of an age, fondly remember Fred who died in 1966. If anybody has a photo of Fred were are interested. Both Talks, John Uniacke and his time, and Fred Moore of Carriganna: One Man’s War, Thursday 27th, Barron Hall, 8.00 p.m. Any queries to Tom 0879386209 or cianflaherty96@gmail.com THE LAND Quote from Freidrich Albert Fallou 1862 “There is nothing in the whole of nature which is more important than or deserves as much attention as the soil. Truly, it is the soil which makes the world a friendly environment for mankind, it is the soil which nourishes and provides for the whole of nature; the whole of creation depends on the soil which is the ultimate foundation of our existence”. Like all natural resources, Land is no different, over thousands of years it has caused great conflict (when people get involved). The following simple quote says a lot. “When it comes to land and money friendship ceases.” Our early ancestors the CELTS arrived about two thousand years ago, they used the then incumbents as slaves and killed them off. These Celtic chiefs and their troops, in their time caused the heaviest Tax of all-time on the Tenant Farmers, called “Cyne and Livery” when they would put themselves up with the tenant, and there was no end to what the Celtic Chief and his army would require, food etc. The last great Celtic Chief in the Deise was “O Felan” (Phelan). Then we had the Norman invasion, 1100s, King Henry 11, why? when he had four sons and they would need land. One of these sons, King John, in 1215 granted custody of Waterford and Kilkenny to Thomas FitzAnthony, he established a Lordship in the south county Waterford the centre of which was Stradbally. One of the great land owning families of this county arrived in Bannow Bay, Co. Wexford 1169, the battle cry was “To arms the Race of Nesta”. These were the Geraldines, Fitzgeralds alias Barrons. In time they became more Irish than the Irish themselves. The Laws that governed this period were known as the “Brehon Laws” (old Gaelic Legal System). Under the “Brehon Law land was divided equally between all sons, legitimate and illegitimate.

The next great change came with the Reformation and the arrival of Cromwell, he paid his troops with land, and brought a new Legal System. The Fitzgeralds (Barrons) who in the 12th century had imposed their dominion on the Gaelic Princes, either putting them down to an inferior position or out of Norman lands to the north or West were now themselves suffering at the hands of a new invader and being forced to leave their land. Despite all this, the Barrons retained land. The Will of Edmond Barron Woodhouse, interesting reading, it shows one of the tenants problems, no fixture on tenure. The Will dated 8th June 1769 advises......". I direct my farms stocked or out of lease be set to industrious tenants for not more than 7 years at most that can be got from ........and non to be let to anybody within four degrees affinity or consanguinity to Executors”. An Estate advertisement in the Waterford Chronicle February 10th 1786, “..all old tenants are out of possession since 1st inst”, the system was the root of the unrest and agitation which followed. Wars, unrest, famine agitation the Land Acts arrived. Gladstone Act, 1881: Legalised the “Three Fs- Fixity of Tenure, Fair Rent, and Freedom of Sale. Ashbourne Act, 1885: Tenants could obtain a loan from the Land Commission for the full amount of the purchase price of their holdings. Wyndham Act, 1903: this subsidised land purchase by bonus payments to landlords. The Estates Commission was established to do this. Evicted Tenants Act, 1907: the Estates Commissioners could acquire land to settle evicted tenants on. We are delighted that Sean Murphy has accepted an invitation to be guest speaker on “Land Reform”, in the Barron Hall of Friday, 28th October, 8.00 p.m. On display, we will have an array of photos, and a list of the original Registered Members of Mahon Bridge Creamery 1927.

Sean Murphy Historian guest speaker on "Land Reform" Barron Hall on Friday, October 28th at 8.00 p.m.

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Ballyduff Upper ST. MICHAEL’S HALL BALLYDUFF UPPER CARD RESULTS 1st Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrnes; 2nd Helen Morrissey & Pat O’Connor. Lucky Tables: Pat Kirby, Finbar Byrnes, Rita Leamy, Ann Geary, Sheila Lonergan, Helen Cunningham. Raffle: Helen O’Keeffe, Eddie Sheehan, Mary Fennessy, Eddie Byrnes, Helen Cunningham, John Conway, Tom Casey, Sean Higgins, Helen Morrissey. ST. MICHAEL’S CHURCH, BALLYDUFF UPPER Novena for the Holy Souls:- The dates of the Novena are as follows: Tuesday, November 1st, (Holy Day, Feast of All Saints) at 11.00 a.m. Wednesday, November 2nd at 7.30 p.m. Thursday, November 3rd at 10.00 a.m.

Friday, November 4th at 10.00 a.m. Sunday, November 6th at 11.00 a.m. Monday, November 7th at 7.30 p.m. There will be a special remembrance of all who died during the past year at this Mass. Tuesday, November 8th at 10.00 a.m. Wednesday, November 9th at 7.30 p.m. The Novena concludes on Thursday morning, November 10th at 10.00 a.m. BALLYDUFF UPPER SCHOOL PARENTS ASSOCIATION Hallowe’en Disco will be held at Saint Michael’s Hall in Ballyduff on Friday, October 28th, from 6.30 p.m. – 8.30 p.m. €6 each, €16 per family with four children plus €4 each for extra children. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All families welcome. Great evening assured with fantastic DJ, party bags, tea, coffee and cakes.

Abbeyside Scouts Pictured after attending Carrick-on-Suir Musical Society’s pantomime “Snow White” were Anne Quinlan, Maeve Bradfield, Mairead Hickey and Laura Quinlan. [Dennis Barry]

Touraneena FUNDRAISING NIGHT A fundraising night in aid of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland will take place on Saturday night, 5th November at Quills, The Pike, Dungarvan. Music on the night will be supplied by the fabulous ‘Out The Gap’. So why not come along and enjoy the craic while supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. This fundraiser is a follow-up to the motorbike run that was held in September. All support is greatly appreciated. ST. MARY’S Commiserations to St. Mary’s on their loss last weekend to Ballyduff Lower in the County championship. Despite St. Mary’s best efforts, Ballyduff were not to be beaten on the day. Congratulations to Ballyduff Lower on their performance and also to the St. Mary’s team, panel and selectors for reaching the County Final and for all their hard work and dedication throughout the year. HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS PARADE The time has finally arrived for this years Bonnie’s Bouquets, Lismore, Hallowe’en fancy dress parade. By kind permission of Lord and Lady Burlington, registration will take place on Sunday, 30th October at 2.00 p.m. at Lismore Castle. The parade will commence at 3.00 p.m. sharp. With weather per-

mitting, the parade will take place in the Lismore Castle courtyard, otherwise the parade will be held indoors in the banqueting hall. As usual there will be lots of attractions for the children and prizes for the winners. Story telling, games and face painting will be available for the children. The fancy dress categories are 0-3 years, 3-6 years, 612 years, family category and also a prize for the best homemade costume. All proceeds from the day go to Pieta House, 20 Waterside, Waterford (051) 858510 with a donation also to 'Storybox' which is the Mother and Toddler Group based in Lismore. So don't forget to dust down the costumes and head to Lismore for a great day out for all the family. HALLOWE’EN FUN EVENING Veronica & Johnny Troy's house, 6 New Street, Lismore, will be open to the public on bank holiday Monday, 31st October for their annual Halloween ‘Spookfest’. The spooky shenanigans will commence when the sun goes down and continue throughout the night until 9.00 p.m. At the front of the house there will be the not so scary attractions for the younger children but for the braver souls who dare to venture further into the house, the hair raising attractions will be available in abundance. Both adults

and children will have plenty to see and scream about and a ‘spooktacular’ time is assured! There isn't a cover charge for the event however, any donations kindly received will go to The St.Vincent De Paul Society, Lismore Town. SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last Sunday nights lotto draw was held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena. The winning numbers drawn for week ending 23rd October were 3, 12, 30. There was no winner of the €1,800 jackpot. The 5 x €20 winners were: Veronica Troy, Mary Flavin, Helen Barron, Grainne Hallinan, John Power c/o Nuala. The promoters prize of €20 was won by Pat Dalton. Next week's draw will be held in Hanrahan’s Bar, Ballinamult, on Sunday night, 30th October for a jackpot prize of €1,900. NIRE VALLEY DROP The 2016 'Nire Valley Drop' cross country challenge will be held on Sunday, 30th October. This mountain biking challenge is a tough course which takes you in and around the lower slopes of the Comeragh Mountains in the Nire Valley and has routes of 30k, 45k and 55k. There are also many cutoff points so that people can tailor the course to suit themselves. Registration takes place in the Community Centre, Ballymacarbry. At the finish destination,

there will be hot showers available with well earned homemade soup, brown bread and a range of confectionery for all participants. You can also register online by emailing thenirevalley@gmail.com or go to www.nirevalley.com For further details please contact 087-7539276. TABLE QUIZ Na Deise LGFC will hold a fun table quiz on Friday night, 4th November in Deckie Walsh's in Modelito. The quiz will start at 8.00 p.m. There will be a junior and adult quiz. All are welcome on the night. Please support ‘Our Girls’. SLIABH gCUA LADIES CLUB The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, 1st November at 8.00 p.m. Our guest speaker on the night will be Kathy Fitzpatrick who will showcase a selection of Stella and Dot jewellery and other items that may be suitable for Christmas presents or just to spoil yourself. We hope to have our Christmas outing on Saturday, 3rd December so please keep the date free and we will have more details soon. Na Deise LGFC will hold a fun Table Quiz for adults and juniors on Friday, 4th November in Deckies at 8.00 p.m. All welcome. Please come and show your support for “The Girls”.

WHAT a fun Scout meeting we had this week. Straight after subs and prayer, Mark got the lads split up into teams for games. As you can see from the photos they were wide and varied. The first game included push ups, army crawling, jumping jacks and running, the next included running and balancing a duck on your head - fun for all. Then while the PLs and APLs were organising the equipment to make the catapult Mark did some stamina exercises and then John got them to make a big crab! Four scouts got together and balanced themselves so that they made a big crab. None of the teams could move very far without falling apart though. They then all got together to make the

Catapult and then some made other smaller pioneering gadgets using the elastic band technique. A reminder to all parents that our AGM and Parent Night is this Wednesday night (26th) at 7.15 p.m. in the Den. Also we are still waiting on some registration forms,

activity constent forms and others to be filled out and returned to us. And one last thing registration needs to be paid ASAP. Again we would like to thank all who contributed and helped to make our Bag Pack such a success. Full uniform this Wednesday (26/10/16).

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Ardmore Ardmore Tidy Towns TG4 The Christmas Special of the TG4 Traditional Music programme ‘HUP’ will be filmed in Ardmore next month. Cameras will descend on the village for a few days and visiting musicians and artists, including some headline names, will be in attendance. The village will do the Christmas decorations a little earlier this year so that the Christmas flavour will be evident. As far as I know the programme will be screened at 9.30 p.m. on Christmas Day. COAST WATCH SURVEY Some of the Tidy Towns members and the children from Ardmore National School all played a part in the recent Coast Watch Survey. Ardmore, Curragh, Ballyquin & Glencorrin and Goat Island were surveyed. During the month of October, groups and individuals from all over the country took part in this survey which will give a snapshot of whole coast of Ireland during this one month. Inflows, fish life, shell fish life, drift, litter, access and many other headings were on the comprehensive survey sheets.

Tommy Fleming in Ardmore ST. Mary’s National School, Grange, Parents Association are delighted with the sales of tickets for Tommy Fleming, who is playing in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore on Monday, 12th December. Tommy will be returning from a tour of America in the coming weeks and makes a welcome return to Ardmore. His new album “Stories” which is due for release on the 4th of November will be on sale on the night and would make the perfect present for any Tommy fan. We would recommend that anyone interested in attending the concert buys their tickets sooner than later to avoid disappointed. Tickets can be purchased from the Post Office in Grange and in Ardmore and by contacting Nora on 0876592573 and Margaret on 087-6950077.

FIN WHALES A few observant walkers out the Cliff Walk enjoyed the beautiful, calm, sunny conditions and were treated to an amazing display of power and nature by four or five fin whales which were quite close to shore. DIVING WRECKS. Renowned deep sea diver, Eoin McGarry, presented a talk, slide and video show to a packed audience at Dungarvan’s Town Hall during the week.The entire presentation was wonderfully professional, profoundly interesting and contained a wealth of history and heritage. KEEVERS CARDS There was a three way tie at the top of Keevers cards this week with Hugh O’Reilly and James Flavin, Tommy Power and Michael O’Reilly and Marie Stilwell and Peggy Keevers all sharing. Martin and Laurence Keevers were best of the last 5 and Willie and Brian Keane won the last game. ROUND TOWER HOTEL POKER James Brien won The Round Tower Poker for the second week in a row and this shoots him top of the league table ahead of Jerome Curran and Thomas

Troy. Second this week was Anthony Broderick and this puts him into 4th place. Richie Stilwell was third and Tony Mansfield and Jerome Curran were the scorers in the losers group. HALLOWE’EN PARTY The Annual Hallowe’en Party in Halla Deúglán on Monday next from 2.00 p.m. -4.00 p.m.This is one of the highlights for the kids for the year and is and great fun for all the kids. Cost is €2 per head. DOG POOPS We will be soon commencing yet another campaign to rid our village of this scourge, so watch this space. We are appealing to all dog owners and dog friends to put their collective shoulders to the wheel on this one. From what I’ve been told the dog warden is on the case too as he was spotted in the village a couple of times recently. Our committee members will be asking dog lovers to sign up to a pledge to keep Ardmore Dog Poop free. We will not be keeping a list or anything just asking people to sign up to it and each person who accepts the challenge will get a free dog poop bag holder for their dog’s collar.

Table Quiz A TABLE Quiz will take place on Saturday, 29th October at 8.30 p.m. in Keevers Bar, Ardmore in support of Ardmore Juvenile GAA Club. 20 per team of 4. Great prizes. Raffle. (Adult Quiz).

Stradbally Farmers’ Market Photographer Markets Her First Charity Calendar – Colette Lenihan of Stradbally launched her First Calendar at the Stradbally Farmers’ Market in the Cove Bar on last Saturday, 22nd October. The Calendar reflects the best of local Irish Village life with its mixed media content, and was very well received by the Market regulars. Collette said she was delighted with the local response, encouragement and support from the Local Marketers and our very loyal customers. Hopefully, the sales will remain healthy which will enable me to make a decent donation to my chosen charity ‘The Guide Dogs’. The Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from 10.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. in The Cove Bar, Stradbally, for local farm produce including all home-made breads, cakes, pies, tarts, local veg and fruits, jams, etc. For this period the right hand bar becomes a traditional Irish Tea Room, selling the best tea and coffee, together with home-made scones (jam and butter), cakes, pastries, etc. [Notes & Photography by Richard Cutbill]

Dungarvan Mens Shed THE SHED GOES PUBLIC Oliver Whelan and Billy Cowming represented the Shed when they joined the Bank of Ireland at their Sports and Community Expo which was held at Dungarvan Sports Centre on Saturday last, 22nd October.This event was exceptionally well attended. Our proud ambassadors were very impressed and reported that there was a good buzz during the morning when many people came along on the morning to see all that Dungarvan Enterprise Town has to offer. There was plenty of interest in the display with many women enquiring about us on behalf of their other halves. Oliver reports that Billy and he informed them that their men could come to the Shed for a chat and a cuppa with the rest of the men in the Shed. There is no membership fee involved and no pressure on what to do at the Shed. Just relax and if they wanted to join they would be most welcome to come in any day because we are open from 10.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Members don’t have to come in at 10.00 a.m. and they could come and

go as they please. Many visitors showed great interest in the Christmas Crib and our timber rocking horse, toy push trolley and wheelbarrows. FROM THE SHED TO THE CASTLE We are looking forward in anticipation as the countdown continues for the Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber & FBD Awards which are taking place on Friday, 4th November, in Lismore Castle. The Shed has been shortlisted in the Social Contribution to the Community Award sponsored by Terra Nua Building Contractors.These awards have been growing in popularity every year and this is the first time we have been nominated by a member of the local community. It is very encouraging for all our members to receive positive feedback and recognition for the Mens Shed movement locally. We thank those who remembered and considered us worthy to be nominated for our work in the Shed and to the judges who selected us for the shortlist. OLIVER WHELAN, OUR CHAIRMAN It is nearly ten years since

Oliver returned from Luton, Bedfordshire in England, at Christmas 2006. He arrived with his wife and one son to Dungarvan and leaving five adult sons behind. He bought a house in Shanbally, Leamybrien, and was looking for something to do when he visited the Adult Education Centre at Wolfe Tone Road in April 2012. He saw a notice for the Official Opening of the Shed on May 1st, 2012, and decided to attend the event because he didn’t know anybody from the locality and thought this might be an opportunity to become involved in the community. Oliver left his home in Athy, Co. Kildare, when he was 14 to work in Luton. He finished up

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menssheds.ie owning and running his own successful foundry making aluminium castings for the film and marine industry. His company made castings for a film company called Romford Baker who won an Oscar award for Science and Technology. Oliver’s son Stephen continues to run the business while Oliver took over role as Chairman of the Shed last November. He has taken his role as Chairman very seriously and is enjoying this role while using his common sense attitude and jovial manner as a natural leader of our Shed.

Poem by Ger Dalton To this garden give your time. A place created of your design. The seeds of friendship scatter all around. Among blossoms true you will be found. Seeds of kindness are yours to share. Scatter them everywhere. Plant seeds of hope and of faith. Plant them now it’s not too late. Towards the sun these seeds will climb. In the garden of your design.

Oliver Whelan and Billy Cowming at the Expo.

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Ballinameela Travel is Food for the Soul

By Donal Buckley “Have you been in Wales?” he asked. “No”, I answered, “that was Jonah!” “Wales, the country!” he replied, “Have you ever visited Wales, the country?” “I passed through it a couple of times” I said, "On my way somewhere else. More than likely, London.” Apart from the few Rugby faithfuls heading for Cardiff Arms Park and the hardy hordes funnelling themselves into Tenby and Oakwood, Wales was never more than a services stop for the coaches going to London. As young men with our first jobs putting a humble wad of cash in our pockets, England’s capital was as exotic a place as we could hope to visit. We were young and naive with a confidence based on a complete ignorance of the world. I remember visiting Piccadilly Circus on five occasions before the realisation slowly dawned on us that WE were the only clowns there. I recently had a visit from an old school friend who lives and works in The Principality. Her partner told us of his house on the Gower Peninsula on the south coast of Wales.The Gower is an area of outstanding natural beauty, notwithstanding my friends presence. As a peninsula, it has an individuality that separates it from the rest of Wales yet enhances the country as a whole. Most of the area is populated by communities in villages and small towns where farming and tourism are the main industries. It was relatively isolated from the world, much like our own island and Gaeltacht areas, until well into the 20th century. Nowadays, Gower is attached to the mainland by its symbiotic relationship with the sprawling

metropolis of Swansea. Historically, the Gower Peninsula remoteness helped to nurture its own unique dialect. This was formed by centuries of influences from Norman, Celtic, Roman and English traders and smugglers. The Gower dialect has some unique translations for everyday words, but some would say that's what makes it all the more enchanting and lyrical. For example: Angletouch is Gower for Worm; Blonkers Sparks; Dobbin - a Large mug; Bubback - a Scarecrow or a dull person; Gake - a Yawn; Jalap Laxative; Inklemaker - Busybody; and Dumbledarry is a Cockchafer (No, me neither!) There are many more of these fascinating words in this distinctive tongue. My old school pal doesn't speak this particular language but he has made the effort to learn Welsh. He believes that being part of the community isn't just about "fitting in". It’s about making the effort to communicate and to participate in local events. Because of this, he is accepted and consulted by the locals. He could just have had a house amongst the Gowrians, but instead he chose to make a home. People from all over the world come to Ireland for work and a better standard of living.They learn our own unique version of the Queens English and pick up some very strange crossbred accents. Their children go to school with our children. They set up a home and pay their taxes. They have made a lot of effort to come here and they admire our way of life. Shouldn't we do the same? Ancient Chinese Philosopher Confucius, he say,"Wherever you go, go with all your heart". Ballinameela Creatives are very excited and look forward to finishing our Hollowe’en decorations at Paula’s House Of Pottery Horror, next Thursday. Oh, and ......BOO!

BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of October is Alison Maher who can be contacted on 087-2879429. FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are 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 on events can be obtained at our training sessions. BALLINAMEELA GAA Ballinameela GAA are holding a Fundraising Quiz in the Local on November 11th at 7.30 p.m. Teams of 4 at €10 a

head. All are welcome. AGLISH FIT FOR LIFE Aglish Fit 4 Life & Couch to 5 returned: Why not come along any Tuesday night at 7.15 p.m. to Aglish Community Hall where you will be made very welcome. We cater for all types, young, old, fit,unfit. You can run, jog,walk, crawl or shuffle a few kilometres, whatever you are able for. Only €2 per night with all proceeds going to Children's Hospital Crumlin. So see ye all next Tuesday at 7.15 p.m. Bring a friend and you might even enjoy it. Remember no matter how slow you go you are lapping everyone on the couch. CIRCUIT TRAINING CLASSES Circuit Training Classes are started back again in Ballinameela Community Centre on Monday nights from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. and will run for 12 weeks leading right up to Christmas. Classes cost €5 per class. Our classes cater for all levels of fitness and are designed in a structured enjoyable environment to ensure you get a great workout during the hour. I hope to see you all there. Enquires call or text 0878229762. 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 a.m. if interested contact Mairead at 0877681975.

Our 1916 MADE with the Support of Cork County Council “Our 1916” is a brand new 1 hour Documentary which is being aired on Community Radio Youghal this Saturday, 29th October, at 2.00 p.m. Our 1916 documents the day to day life in Youghal around the time of 1916 painting a picture of what life was like 100 years ago for our ancestors, including looking at the historical landscape, industry, economy, living conditions and political climate in the area at the time. The programme will feature stories of individuals and families caught up in the Rising of 1916 and also those families who had members fighting abroad in the Great War at the same time and the conflict and turmoil that caused at the time within families. With Contributions from local historians, the programme also captures stories from neighbouring villages such as Killeagh, Tallow and Ardmore where we hear of heartbreaking and poignant stories from locals caught up in the troubles in the 1916 to 1922 era. In what was a turbulent time in East Corks and West Waterford’s History this programme will we hope be an important historical audio snapshot of life 100 years ago which will help preserve and celebrate the colourful history that exists in the local area.You can hear Our 1916 at 2.00 p.m. this Saturday, 29th October, on CRY104fm or online at www.cry104fm.com

VILLERSTOWN LADYBIRDS/BROWNIES Villierstown Ladybirds, Brownies and Guids Annual Hallowe’en Party will take place in Villierstown Church on Monday, 31st October, 2016 from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Bring your own sweets and treats. Fancy Dress. Fundraising Event. For the Local Irish Girl Guides Group in Villierstown and The Church Restoration Fund. €4 per Family.Tea, coffee supplied. 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.co mmunityalert.ie ADULT AND TODDLER GROUP Ballinameela Adult & Toddler Group meets every Thursday from 9.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. in the halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087-

9718945. FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women: Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person, in Aglish Community Hall on every Thursday 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 24/10/’16 – Numbers drawn were 1, 6 and 7. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Ronan Culloo, Ballygambon; M. Beston, Aglish; Liam Dalton, c/o Welcome Inn; Michael and Sinead Ronayne, Aglish and Tomas Scanlon, Curraroache. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,300 and the draw will take place in Maureens. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 087-9194287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

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Lismore Lismore Tidy Towns AS the community litter roster comes to an end for 2016 all those people who volunteered this year are thanked for their commitment to the effort and we look forward to their help and co-operation in 2017. Over the winter period the tidy towns CES workers will do a daily litter roster on week days and tidy towns members will do a week-end roster. However, the assistance of the general public is requested over this period to pick up litter adjacent to their properties and regularly sweep up outside their dwellings. Wednesday mornings have been dry over the past few weeks enabling the work team to get Autumn pruning done and last

week's work was at the entrance to Beechgrove and at the rose bed at the Deerpark Road corner. Our CES workers are also contributing to the effort with general work being carried out each morning and a litter pickup each afternoon. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK:Make your own mini greenhouse - reuse old materials that you or friends have. Not everyone has the money or space for a greenhouse. Instead, a mini version known as a cold frame can be made. This cold frame can be made using bricks or pieces of timber screwed together and a couple of old window

frames with the glass still in them. Old timber and the windows could be picked up from a scrapyard or you could use a sheet of perspex instead of glass. The cold frame does not need a base so it can be positioned in a bright site ideally south facing for the most light. If you are placing the cold frame on open ground put down weed block first. When making the cold frame the top should be sloping so that the timbers at the back should be taller than those at the sides and front. The window frame / perspex will be the roof and can be attached using shelf brackets with hinges or it can left on top using either bricks or small bags of sand to weigh it down.

Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Parade The time has finally arrived for this year’s Bonnie's Bouquets, Lismore, Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Parade. By kind permission of Lord and Lady Burlington, registration will take place on Sunday, 30th October at 2.00 p.m. at Lismore Castle. The parade will commence at 3.00 p.m. sharp. With weather permitting, the parade will take place in the Lismore Castle courtyard, otherwise the parade will be held indoors in the banqueting hall. As usual there will be lots of attractions for the children and prizes

for the winners. Story telling, games and face painting will be available for the children. The fancy dress categories are 0-3 years, 3-6 years, 6-12 years, family category and also a prize for the best homemade costume. All proceeds from the day go to Pieta House, 20 Waterside, Waterford (051) 858510 with a donation also to ‘Storybox’ which is the Mother and Toddler Group based in Lismore. So don't forget to dust down the costumes and head to Lismore for a great day out for all the family.

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Veronica & Johnny Troy's house, 6 New Street, Lismore, will be open to the public on bank holiday Monday, 31st October for their annual Hallowe’en ‘Spookfest’. The spooky shenanigans will commence when the sun goes down and continue throughout the night until 9.00 p.m. At the front of the house there will be the not so scary attractions for the younger children but for the braver souls who dare to venture further into the house, the hair raising attractions will be available in abundance. Both adults and children will have plenty to see and scream about and a ‘spooktacular’ time is assured! There isn't a cover charge for the event however, any donations kindly received will go to The St.Vincent De Paul Society, Lismore Town.

TABLE QUIZ Don’t forget our Table Quiz on Friday, 28th October at 8.00 p.m. in the Old School House Ballinvella. Looking forward to seeing you all there for some fun and the usual cup of tea afterwords with some Hallowe’en treats.

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart AGAIN thanking Ms. Niamh Smith, Religion teacher in the B.C.S for inviting me to share with her Junior Cert Students as they do their journal work for Junior Cert Exam. We looked at the meaning and use of Icons. I did not think to ask the students if they could name the religious icons on display in their own homes. When I was young it was the traditional holy pictures that found pride of place in the home. Often as a child I would have looked for unspoken inspiration from their devout representations of our Saviour, the Blessed Virgin, St. Joseph. We did not do icons in our home. We knew from our parents that you do not pray to a picture no matter how wonderful but to the person represented here. We took seriously that we are flesh and blood and we need physical realities to support our prayer. May I respectfully invite the parents of teenagers to check what Christian symbolism in on display in their homes for their own use and the use of the other members

of the family. Great efforts are invested in the Catholic/Christian faith development of students in B.C.S that need equal educated support in their homes. There is great demands on the time both of teenager and parent but it would be a great mistake to feel spiritual matters did not merit equal times with such subjects as Maths or English or Science. The truly spiritual person will be able to read the dept of spirituality in all the school subjects. It’s a case of being tuned it. With Jesus Christ there is no longer the divide between sacred and secular. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 29th October - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 30th October - 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 103.9

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New Heritage Theatre Group presents “Out of Sight” NEW HERITAGE THEATRE GROUP will present NEW writing in the form of a One Act Play called “Out Of Sight”. The play was written by John Stack and will be flying the flag for Waterford in the upcoming Drama League of Ireland One Act Festivals that will take place across Ireland in November. Before they hit the road on the competition trail next week, they will be doing a once-off performance of the piece in the beautiful Lismore Courthouse Theatre on Wednesday, November 2nd. Because it's only a One Act (40 minutes approximately) Admission is FREE, yes FREE! New Heritage are a new group, set up by John Stack with the focus of presenting brand new theatrical writing. To date the very experienced cast of Brendan

Dunlea, Kris Cowming, Deirdre Collender and Andrea Michelle Kidd have been fine tuning their skill under the watchful eye of their writer / director so it promises to be a night of compelling theatre. There are over 100 seats already reserved in this intimate theatre so if you'd like to book one of the few remaining seats, call or text

086-8458509 as soon as possible. After the show in Lismore, we hit the road to Dublin for a festival in Palmerstown on Thursday 3rd. The following week then we will be living in our cars doing 4 festivals in 4 nights! CAT Club, Cork November 10th; Haulbowline, Co. Cork -

November 11th; Gorey, Co. Wexford - November 12th and Doonbeg, West Clare on November 13th. If you know of anyone in those areas who would like to cheer us on then feel free to spread the word. New Heritage, New Writing, New Adventures ***Note: Play contains adult content and is NOT suitable for minors***

Upcoming Events at Lismore Heritage Centre HALLOWE’EN CAMP Our ever popular Halloween Camp is back from November 1st – 3rd. Suitable for Little Monsters aged 5-12, our camp is held daily from 10.00 a.m. - 2.00 p.m. With spooky arts, crafts, games and lots lots more, don’t miss out! Just €15 per day or €40 for all three! Call Aoife on 058-54975 to book now! Limited spaces available. HALLOWE’EN MOVIE On Friday, November 4th, we are holding a screening of Hotel Transylvania at 2.00 p.m. Just €3 per child and completely free if you attended

camp! To book please call 058-54975. LONDON SCIENCE MUSEUM IN LISMORE! As part of the Robert Boyle Science Festival and in conjunction with Calmast and W.I.T., Lismore Heritage Centre is delighted to welcome back the London Science Museum. They will run two shows on Sunday, 13th November of their fantastic “Material World” Show. The first is at 2.30 p.m. and the second at 3.45 p.m. These shows are completely free to attend so don’t miss out on this great opportu-

nity and bring your little Einsteins along! For more info please call us on 05854975. CHRISTMAS SALE Our traditional Christmas Sale begins

Friday, November 25th, and continues all weekend. We will have great discounts across the store, movies running for adults and families and all the usual perks of free punch and gift wrapping!

Lismore Dramatic Society IN keeping with the Hallowe’en weekend we are presenting a special show “FRIGHT NIGHT” on Sunday, October 30th at 8.15 p.m. in the Courthouse Theatre Lismore. Our younger members under the Direction of Lydia and Hazel have been hard at work putting together an entertaining show of Song, Dance & Horror! A great night for all the Family. CHRISTMAS SHOW Any children from 5 years old upwards interested in taking part in

our Annual Christmas show are asked to attend the Courthouse Theatre Lismore at 12.00 noon on Saturday, 5th November. Becky & Ellen McCloskey and Sally Anne O’Grady will outline their plans for this years show which is scheduled to take place on the weekend of 10th and 11th December, 2016. Info on same at 083-4100476. “STEPS TO STARDOM” Lismore Dramatic Society are holding a major TALENT COMPETI-

TION” open to all talents i.e. individuals or groups, Song, dance, comedy, magic etc - anything legal! Semi-finals will take olace on Saturday, 19th November and Saturday, 26th November, 2016 with the grand final on Saturday, 3rd December, 2016. At the Courthouse Theatre Lismore. €1,000 prize fund with Crystal Trophy and professional recording or video session for outright winner and numerous other runners up prizes. Contact John on 087-9189688.

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Kilfenora Céilí Band

Cappoquin CAPPOQUIN COMMUNITY CENTRE THE KILFENORA CÉILÍ BAND The Cappoquin Development Co. are thrilled to announce that The Kilfenora Céilí Band will play in the Community Centre on Saturday, November 12th starting at 8.00 p.m. The Kilfenora Céilí Band is one of the oldest Céilí bands in Ireland. It was founded in 1909 in Kilfenora, a village in County Clare and has being going from strength to strength each year since. They only play in concert eight time a year and we have the honour of hosting them. Tickets are on sale don’t miss this brilliant opportunity to witness one of Ireland’s premium acts. OPERATION TRANSFORMATION 2017 We are delighted to announce we will host Operation Transformation commencing in early January 2017. Planning is at

an advanced stage with weekly organised wellbeing events and registration will be in late December. GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College? Well now you can. Our Gym is equipped with Ireland’s most ultra-modern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and lose weights.You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership is €200, 6 months €100, 3 months €60 and monthly €25. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on 087-1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a..m to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA

every Monday afternoon. Railway Athletic Soccer Monday evening and Affane Bridge Monday night. Pilate’s, Circuit Training with Conor Prendergast Tuesday and Thursday nights. Blackwater Athletics every Tuesday 5.30 p.m. to 7.00 p.m.Wednesday morning Quiddlers 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon, evening time Cappoquin Juvenile 5.45 p.m. to 6.45 p.m., Badminton 7.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.Thursday morning 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. Ladies Exercises with Paul Murray, Cappoquin Camogie 6.00 p.m., Community Soccer 8.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.. Friday evenings Gymnastics 5.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh 058-52570 First Floor of the Community Centre.

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DON'T MISS LESSER SPOTTED JOURNEYS, CAPPOQUIN The programmes made by UTV about aspects of Cappoquin heritage are due for broadcast from next week. The series has just recently changed to a halfhour format, so there will in fact be two full programmes about this area. For good measure, each of these programmes will be broadcast twice, once on UTV and then on UTV Ireland. We know the film crew spent a full week here in May, but have no idea of what precisely the programmes will include or not. It seems that Programme One will feature the general historical background, local business and a slot on road bowling. The second programme will include more of a focus on the Blackwater, rowing, and hurling. There will, we believe, be lots of snippets of local scenery and stories scattered throughout the two programmes and, basically, you never know who might turn up on screen.What we should say is that whether the programmes do justice to our place or not, a huge number of people here gave their time and expertise very willingly to help make the best possible programmes, and deserve our sincere thanks. According to the information we have from UTV, the programmes will be

broadcast as follows: Programme 1: 8.00 p.m. Monday, 31st October, on UTV and then rebroadcast at 5.00 p.m. on Sunday, 6th November, on UTV Ireland. Programme 2 will be broadcast first at 8.00 p.m. on Monday, 7th November, on UTV and then is to be rebroadcast at 5.00 p.m. on Sunday, 13th November, on UTV Ireland. NEW BOOK WITH A CAPPOQUIN CONNECTION A new book just launched recently, entitled 'The Rabbit Industry in Ireland', has a fine section about the local aspects of what was once a very significant part of the rural economy. The author Michael Conry is known for his thorough research and attention to detail, and got great assistance on the Cappoquin story from local man, Gerry Moore. The book features a number of local people and places, mostly from the time when O'Connors was a major supplier of rabbits and rabbit pelts to Britain. The story of how the local produce were sold to an Anglo-Czech dealer and used for the lining of felt hats is a truly fascinating one, as are the details of the skills of people like John O'Rourke and Noel Mason, among others. A small insight into the high quality of the production can be seen from the fact

that Cappoquin Heritage Group actually supplied three different versions of one photograph to the author before he was satisfied with the quality of the image. The attention to detail shows all through the book and we'd recommend it highly. Copies are on sale at 'Reader's Choice' in Dungarvan or you might get one of the few remaining locally by contacting Gerry Moore, if you are lucky. ANNUAL OPEN MEETING OF CAPPOQUIN CIVIC LINK Our Civic Link AGM will be held on Tuesday, 29th November, at 8.00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Anyone interested in coming along will be very welcome. Civic Link has been on the go for ten years now, supporting and initiating a range of local activities, particularly those relying on volunteers and with limited funding streams. We are always open to new members, or to any questions or

enquiries that people might want to ask. More details on our activities during 2016 will be given over the coming weeks. THIS WEEK'S PHOTO As the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness is upon us, the churchyard at St. Anne's is now closed to the public. The collaboration this year between the Heritage Group and the St. Anne's has been a popular addition to the town, opening up a lovely central green area for public use since the late Spring. We hope to be able to do likewise next year, and would just like to thank everyone for the respect shown to the churchyard all through.This week's photo was taken by Anita Doolan last week, as she passed through the town where she spent many years as a teacher at the 'other' St. Anne's, the secondary school. Those lovely golden leaves will disappear once we get a few more windy days, so we hope you enjoy them now. And many thanks Anita. St. Anne’s Church, Cappoquin

Friends of Cappoquin Day Centre Five Week Draw - Draw No. 2 - Friday, 21st October: 1st - €100 Bridie & Tom Cunninghan c/o Tess Munden; 2nd €50

“Socks” c/o Helen McGrath; 3rd - €30 Shane O'Grady c/o Lena Foley; 4th €20 Caroline Flynn c/o Marie BCS.

Blackwater Ladies Club KNOCKANORE AREA NOTES Our guest speaker last month was Una Long, a Nutritional Therapist who advised us on what foods to avoid and those that are beneficial for our well being. Una has an interest in alternative therapies and studied these in college. Sugar as we know is getting bad press at present and unfortunately it exists in many of the products we

buy on a daily basis. It’s important to look after our digestive systems and to keep stress levels down. Tumeric is a favourite spice of Una’s and is very good for digestion. It can be added to stews, stir fries and various recipes. This Thursday night, 27th October at 8.30 p.m. we welcome Cathy O’Mahoney, a teacher in Adult Education and Literacy. She may advise us

on some courses that we could partake of during the Winter months. There will be a raffle on the night. Also a reminder that Eamon Keane, therapist and journalist will be with us in the KGK Hall on Wednesday, 9th November at 8.00 p.m. Admission €5. Don’t forget Line Dancing every Thursday night at 8.00 p.m. €5 per lesson. See you all this Thursday night.

Thank you to the Community of Cappoquin and surrounding areas for all their support. A total of €9,253.73 was raised which was above and beyond anything we could have hoped for. A special thanks must go to the ESB in Clonmel who donated a substantial amount. Aoibheann’s Pink Tie will no doubt put this money to good use. Pictured is Killian, Aaron and Keith presenting the cheque to Paul O’Connell.

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Tallow Area Credit Union recently celebrated International Credit Union Day, during which John O’Mahony, Chairperson, presented Nora and Kieran O'Donoghue with a framed picture of their son Jack O'Donoghue, winning jump, at this year's Puissance Event at the RDS Horse Show. Left to Right: Patrick Feeney, Martin Hurley, Carmel Daly, Angela Geary, Gerry Dooling, Michael Murphy, John O’Mahony, Tony O’Brien, Nora O’Donoghue, Kieran O'Donoghue, Julie Anne Daly, Anne Finn, Jessica Henley, Mairead Sheehan, Marian Looby, May Rea, Carmel Barry. [Lorna Macdonald]

Villierstown – A Crafty Crafters Outing THE Crafters were let out of the village for a day with money in their pocket and time to play. The bus left early with 15 crafters on, even some with no interest … just came along. We stopped for loo breaks and fag breaks along the way, our destination

the RDS, the whole point of the day. We got there early and all piled out class times and lunch dates were made with a shout. Our main aim was to get in there and to spend and that we did with aplomb and to no end. On the way home, just to finish

Some of the group of Villierstown Crafty Crafters at the RDS.

off the day because we don’t get out often and rarely to play…. A cocktail reception in Crew’s we did all partake and a fantastic meal… which we didn’t have to make. The moral of the story is …” Even older girls just want to have fun” …

Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Sunday night last and €50 was won by Maura Lombard with Card Number 43. Congratulations Maura. Next week’s Jackpot is for €3,400 . Remember if you are not in you can't win. Next week’s draw will take place on Saturday. CRAFT FAIR (PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE) Our annual Craft Fair takes place on Sunday, 13th November, 2016 at Villierstown Church Hall. Now’s your chance to get in early and book your tables before it's too late. Please contact Chris for more details on 089-2538699. WOODLAND BROWNIES & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Hallowe’en Party – Our annual Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Party will be held in Villierstown Church on Monday, 31st October, 2016 from 4.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m. Please bring your own sweets and treats! This is a fundraiser event to support the local brownies and guides as well as the Church Restoration Fund. Cost is €4 per family.. THE NIGHT OF HALLOWE’EN The Harvest moon fills the sky A wicked witch goes flying by Ghosts and goblins...skeleton’s too. Moaning and groaning, waiting for you Black cats prowl the graveyard plots Witches cook in cauldron pots Cemetery ghouls roam the ground Not one unopened grave is found Tombstones are an eerie sight Shadows dance in full moon light The haunted house on the hill Walk in there and you get a chill Jack-o-lanterns eyes so bright Trick or Treaters scream in fright It’s a time like you’ve never seen Tonight’s the night of Hallowe’en. IRISH GIRL GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN We currently have space in all groups, we have only one space in Brownies but plenty of room in the other groups: Ladybirds - 57 years; Brownies - 7-10 years; Guides - 1014 years. We are also looking for leaders/helpers in Ladybirds and Guides. 18 years + full uniform and training provided for new leaders.

AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k – Why not come along any Tuesday night at 7.15 p.m. to Aglish Community Hall where you will be made very welcome.We cater for all types, young, old, fit, unfit. You can run, jog,walk, crawl or shuffle a few kilometres, whatever you are able for. Only €2 per night with all proceeds going to Children's Hospital Crumlin. So see ye all next Tuesday at 7.15 p.m. Bring a friend and you might even enjoy it. Remember no matter how slow you go you are lapping everyone on the couch. FUN FIT DANCE EXERCISE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women - Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! VECP VILLIERSTOWN VECP Villierstown (Main Street) have a conference/training room for hire (complete with access to the internet). This venue is also an ideal location for social and childrens party events. Contact: 0892538699. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village….Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Councilor”. Contact Carol:- 0876635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. Please use the email address below If anyone has anything they would like included in these notes just let me know. Local news makes this section interesting for everyone. All local news very welcome. villierstownnews@yahoo.ie

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Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise SCOIL NÁISIÚNTA BHAILE MHIC AIRT Comhghairdeas do Shiún, Domhnall agus Cian as Crannchur Oíche Shamhna a bhuachtaint. Gabhaimid buíochas do gach éinne a ghlac páirt. FÉASTA JOHN B. KEANE I 2017! Dóibh siúd gur maith leo John B. Keane tá dea-scéal ag na hAisteoirí daoibh! Beidh péire dráma leis an Rí ón Ríocht againn an séasúr seo chugainn. “The Field” á léiriú ag Declan Terry (Eanáir 12ú–15ú) agus “Moll” á léiriú ag Geraldine Veale go gairid ina dhiaidh. Bígí ag faire!!! Rehearsals for this season’s English language productions are commencing shortly. Fans of John B. Keane will be spoiled for choice this coming season when the Aisteoirí will produce not one but two plays by the Kerry legend. First up will be “The Field” directed by Declan Terry (January 12th–15th) to be followed soon after by “Moll” directed by Geraldine Veale. Watch this space!!! FÓGRA UISCE A FHIUCHADH – AN RINN / CEANN HEILBHIC De réir comhairle ó Fheidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte, agus ar mhaithe le sláinte an phobail tá Fógra Uisce a Fhiuchadh á eisiúint ag Uisce Éireann do réigiún na

Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic. Dá réir sin, moltar go ndéanfaidh úsáideoirí Scéim Soláthair Uisce Phoiblí na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic uisce a fhiuchadh sula núsáidtear é. Ní mór duit Uisce a fhiuchadh sna cásanna seo a leanas: Uisce Óil, Deochanna a dhéantar le huisce, Ullmhú sailéad agus bianna den tsamhail chéanna, i gcás nach ndéantar iad a chócaráil sula nitear iad, Fiacla a scuabadh, Oighear a dhéanamh. Beidh an fógra seo i bhfeidhm ar feadh trí seachtain eile ar a laghad. There is a boil water notice in effect for An Rinn / Ceann Heilbhic. Please ensure that you boil water before use, including for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth and making ice. AN GHAELTACHT CLG - TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equip-

ment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything. Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087 0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seed's etc.To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 087 0569907. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087 7470428. Spraoi Parent & Toddler Group will meet this Friday in Halla Pobail na Rinne from 10 am to 12 noon.We look forward to seeing you

Siun, Domhnall agus Cian, na daltai a bhuaigh Crannchur Oiche Shamhna.

all again to catch up over tea/coffee and some delicious cake! Any queries please contact Bríd on 087 7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I NDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán.Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30r.n. go 12i.n. Beidh scéalaíocht, rannta, ealaíon agus cluichí. Tuilleadh eolais: téigh i dteagmháil le Cabríní 083-4455914 nó cuir r-phost ag cabrini@glornangael.ie. An Irish language playgroup will meet in Dungarvan Library from 10.30 am to 12 noon on Tuesday. Further information: Contact Cabríní ón 083-4455914 or email cabrini@glornangael.ie SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9r.n. – 11r.n. ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9am – 11am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. SCÉIM FOLÁIREAMH DO SHEANÓIRÍ Más maith leat cnaipe práinne agus siogairlín a fháil faoin Scéim Foláireamh do Sheanóirí, tar i dteagmháil linn – 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. If you think you could benefit from a Panic button and pendant under the Seniors Alert Scheme, contact us on 058 46664, cfdeise@gmail.com. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

The Booley House singers will be performing at the Variety Concert to be held in Ballyduff on October 29th in aid of St. Carthage's House, Lismore.

St. Carthage House Fundraising Concert THE Comhaltas branch in Ballyduff in conjunction with Ballyduff Community Council and the Farrell family have organised a super variety concert which will take place in St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff, on Saturday, October 29th, at 8.00 p.m. St. Carthage's of Lismore is a wonderful facility for the West Waterford area and all funds raised from the concert will be donated to Carthage’s. The concert itself promises to be a fabulous night of entertainment. The Farrells, a well known musical family whose talents have been acclaimed far and wide will be featuring on Saturday evening. The Booley House band, singers and dancers will perform and, of course, James Lennane will entertain us with his stories.The All-Ireland medal winners will also be performing on

the night. Complimentary teas and coffees will be served at the interval. We are very grateful to the many sponsors who provided us with super spot prizes for the raffle. The Park Hotel donated a €100 voucher and Kelliher's SuperValu in Cappoquin are providing a case of wine. Lismore Castle are offering a lovely tour of the castle and gardens for four people and one lucky family will get a ticket to the Winter Wonderland, courtesy of Ballyduff Community Council. Jacqui's Bakery will be sponsoring a delicious hamper and Ballyduff Comhaltas will also be sponsoring a hamper. Bookings for this super concert can be made to (058) 60330 or (086) 8208242 and we are looking forward to your support on the night.

Kilmacthomas HAPPY BIRTHDAY Happy birthday wishes to Matty Scurry, Scrahan, Kilmacthomas on celebrating his 80th birthday on Sunday last. A party at his son Matthews’ home with all his family, friends and neighbours calling to celebrate the very special occasion with Matty. Wishing you many more birthday celebrations Matty. KILMACTHOMAS GATEWAY INITIATIVE What a turnout for the meeting in the Kilmacthomas Rainbow Community Hall last Monday night and what a great meeting, fantastic night. Brilliant to see our community together in force. A fantastic launch for the “Kilmacthomas Development Plan” and brilliant to hear from Aidan Mehigan from the soon to be “Gortinore Distillery” in Kilmacthomas and all the other speakers. A wonderful positive night that bodes so well for the future of our village. A huge thank you to all who attended. NEW BABIES Congratulations to Ciaran and Naomi, Galway on the birth of their baby son Dara, a

little brother for Amy and Ella. Also congratulations to Eamon and June on the birth of their baby daughter Alliah, a little sister for Allanah and Althea. Ciaran and Eamon are sons of Peggy Flynn, The Hill, Kilmacthomas. NAÍONRA CHOILL MHIC THOMÁISÍN A big thank you to everyone who supported our annual cake sale for Oiche Shamhna (Hallowe’en) which raised a total of €439; to everyone who baked and bought cakes, also to everyone who gave money to support An Naíonra but didn't take any buns or cakes in return - go raibh míle maith agaibh go léir! As always we are grateful for the use of the front hallway in Centra for the cake sale, and we appreciate Pat's ongoing support for An Naíonra, míle buíochas a Phádraig! FOUND A ring which was found recently in Centra Supermarket, Kilmacthomas may be re-claimed by giving description to one of the staff. It may be of sentimental value. CAR BOOT SALE Your next car boot sale in the Rainbow Community Hall takes place on Sunday, 6th

November from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Tables cost €10 each, lots of bargains to be had, brica-brac, clothing, books, CD’s, jewellery, games, toys, home baking, kindling, shrubs and much more. Come along and grab a bargain. LOTTO Kilmacthomas AFC Lotto draw results for Saturday, 22nd October. Letters drawn were D, H, L and Y. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Declan Keane, Faha; Grace Power, Tramore; Kevin Walsh, Scrahan; Saoirse, Rian & Paddy Hayes, The Pike and Michael Whelan, Union Road, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €2,300 be in to win. WHIST Results for the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday night, 17th October - Rosie Keane, Helen Lally, David Norman, Josie Wells, Eric Townsend, Margaret Riordan, Mary A. Coffey, Breda Galvin, Kathleen Foran, Carol Anne Wilkins and Mary Walsh. Raffle winners Kathleen Whyte, John Power and Stess Connolly.Whist every Monday night at 8.00 p.m. in Ballylaneen. New members always welcome.

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ANNUAL AWARDS PARTY Changing the format from an annual dinner into a sit down buffet was a good idea and I believe it to be a most successful action. As it immediately had a party atmosphere and so did the socialising. Hot and cold food was plentiful and well presented, whilst each table ate, they also completed in a DingBats puzzle game on Book Titles. This sounds quite easy, but it certainly was not, it went on well after we finished eating. Some answers were funny, some very clever, some so simple they were missed.Table 3 was the winner, with the most correct answers. A bottle of Merlot for everyone on the winner’s table. Then there was a musical quiz which was also good fun and well compiled by our Secretary David. This would not work for everyone, but we are most fortunate to have members that are fun to be with, witty, entertaining and clever. So a fun night was almost guaranteed. Our Chairman Michael O’Brien thanked everyone for a most successful season 2015/’16. He was delighted to welcome our President Liam Suipeal, who said he was delighted to be amongst us again.Then straight into the awards which were won by the following: Newcomer of the Year: Sean O’Connor. Group 3 (Novice Photographer) winner of the Year: Sean O’Connor. Group 2 (Intermediate Photographer) winner of the Year: Ruth Howard. Group 1 (Senior Photographer) winner of the Year: Ron Bending. Digital Art Photographer of the Year: Ron Bending. Photographer of the Year: Ron Bending. Congratulations and well done to all of them. SNAPSHOT Dungarvan Camera Club hosted the Southern Area of Camera Club's (SACC) Digital Art Photography in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 23rd October. DCC had a good result with Ron Bending tying for first place in Advanced Photographer (Highest Grade). Unfortunately, Ron was placed second, still very credible out of several hundred entrants. Our Chairman Michael O'Brien won a Highly Commended Award in the non Qualified sections. Full report and images in next week’s edition. PICTURE OF THE WEEK I have included one of my most recent images taken on last Thursday evening, 20th October, 2016, at sunset. This is a reflected sunset location at Ballyvooney. Using the sea wall to steady the camera. F11 @ 60th of second – tidy up in Photoshop Raw Cropped to 12x6 inches. This is your opportunity to be included in this column. Open to club members and non-club members to have your imaged published in this column see further details in next week’s edition. Richard Cutbill, LIPF DCC, PRO, richardcutbill@gmail.com / 0871236810.

Colette O'Connell.

Tony Ledingham.

Image of the week – Ballyvooney reflected sunset.

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Dungarvan Camera Club Awards Night 2016 – Most of the members who attended the awards Fun Night 2016 at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, on 18th October, 2016.

The Champions (l. to r.): Chairman Michael O'Brien, Ron Bending, Ruth Howard, Sean O'Connor and President Liam Suipeal.

Winner Group Three (Beginners & Novice) l. to r.: Chairman Michael O'Brien, winner Sean O'Connor (winner of group 3 and best newcomer of the year) and the President Liam Suipeal. David Coleman. Ron Bending and guitar with Tony Ledingham.

Bridget O’Neill.

Winner Group One (Advanced) – Creative Digital winner and Club Photographer of the Year, Ron Bending.

Winner of Group 2 Intermediate Grade (l. to r.): Chairman Michael O'Brien, winner Ruth Howard and President Liam Suipeal.

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Tallow TALLOW COMMUNITY COUNCIL COFFEE EVENING After the success of our previous Coffee Evening we will hold our next Coffee Evening and Cake Sale on Saturday, 29th October, at 7.00 p.m. in St. Patrick’s Hall. Please come along and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a cake and the good company of friends and neighbours. CHRISTMAS MARKET This will take place on Sunday, 27th November. We have had huge interest in the stands already this year so spaces are limited. If you have not booked your stand yet I would do it soon. Contact Marian (087) 7751718, Michelle (086) 8444392 or Angela (086) 8036427. TALLOW SENIOR CITIZENS CHRISTMAS PARTY This is our 25th Annual Christmas Party in Tallow and

it is on Sunday, 4th December. As usual we will have a packed day of good food, entertainment and dancing. We hope that you can join us. All are welcome. CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT Tallow Community Christmas Party will take place on Saturday, 10th December, in Tallow Community Centre. This is a great opportunity for everyone to have their Christmas Night Out local and not have to worry about transport. Whether you are a party of 1 or 50 it does not matter as everyone is welcome to attend.To all businesses now is the time to book your local Christmas Night out as we are all about supporting local. Tickets are on sale now – contact Marian (087) 7751718 or Angela (086) 8036427.Tickets are €30 each (€15 deposit required at time of booking).

Modeligo LOTTO RESULTS 22nd OCTOBER, 2016 Numbers drawn were 4, 18 and 22. No Winner. €25 winners: Lar O’Byrne, Stella O’Byrne, Catherine Mangan and Donal Fraher. Next week’s jackpot €1,000. BADMINTON Please contact Mike Bumster if you are interested in playing Badminton and for times that training will be on as matches are now started and the hall will not be available at certain times and nights. LOCAL GAA Hard luck to our Intermediate Hurlers who lost out to Lismore in the Western Final played last Saturday night in Fraher Field. Best wishes to Lismore in the

County Final against Dunhill on this coming Friday. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL The club will play Ballinacourty in the Intermediate Football Western semi-final on next Saturday, 29th October at 3.00 p.m. in the Fraher Field. TABLE QUIZ Na Deise Ladies Football Club will be holding a Table Quiz in Deckies on Friday, 4th November at 8.00 p.m. Please come along and support. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the astro turf or hall. Please contact John Power on 0872834600.

Business is Business By his ill-gotten gains the “Grabber” grows fatter, And casts wider his nets the more troubled the water, Whose fortune is made at another’s expense, And for nefarious deeds seeks unjust recompense. His armour is arrogance, conceit and false pride, All honour and truth are by him cast aside, He will promise you stars when the sky’s overcast, He will promise you roses though the Summer’s long past. When he’s fleeced you and flensed you of all that you own, He’ll say business is business, a fact you should have known, You win some, you lose some; he’ll say with a sneer, As he sets last year’s snares for new victims next year. With contempt he’ll continue to plunder and prey, And gather his harvest of hurt where he may, With Machiavellian cunning and monstrous greed, He will ride roughshod over the “Samaritan’s” creed. Yet he reads the “Good Book” from finish to start, He thinks he’s God chosen in whom wrong has no part, He distorts every message the sainted scribes foster, The sanctimonious, craw-thumping, false, two-faced imposter. *Grabber = to grasp or seize suddenly and eagerly: to appropriate unscrupulously. JOHN DALY

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Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Foroige Club FIRSTLY, we would like to thank everyone for joining Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Foroige Club. We opened the doors to the younger age group 10-12, christened them ‘Kidettes’ and they have settled in very well. Due to Leader/Member Ratio which is a rule of Foroige, we are sorry to say we had to close registration for 2016-2017. We do have a waiting list, so if a spot becomes free it will be offered to parents/guardians who have filled out registration forms. Our New Committee for Teenage Members: Jordan Lupton - Chairperson; Chloe Salmon - Vice Chairperson; Leanne Burke -Secretary; Helen Devine - Assistant Secretary; Matthew Roddy and Josh Fitzgerald – Treasurers; Sophie Walsh and Caitlin Devine - PRO Officers. Our members will begin committee training in November with all the other clubs in Waterford.

Waterford District: Three members of our club were voted on to the Waterford District Committee, Easther Quinn - Chairperson; Sophie Walsh and Caitlan Devine - PRO’s. Citizenship Project Committee: Jack Lombard is leading up the committee to complete a Community Project, we are very active in this project and will be announcing our ideas when we have concrete plans. New Leaders: Ian Burke and Sophie Walsh are now fully-fledges Leaders for the Kidettes Club. Trina Byrne, Evelyn O’Brien have completed their training and are Leaders for both clubs.We do have a few more people interested in becoming leaders, we will introduce them soon. AGM: We held our first AGM on Wednesday, 12th October, 2016 in the Decies Bar.The following were elected on the committee: Helen

O’Rourke - Chairperson; Evelyn O’Brien - Vice Chairperson; Easther Quinn and Grainne Ryan Secretary; Jennie Moloney and P. J. Burke Treasures; Sophie Walsh and Ian Burke - PRO’s; Margaret Burke and Katrina Byrne - Child Welfare Officers. Pablo Project: We will be completing our project of donating the PABLO PARK signs by November, so expect to see publicity on this soon. Table Quiz: We are holding our first fundraising event on Saturday, 18th November in Salmons.We would appreciate any donation or fill a few teams for much needed funds. Dungarvan Credit Union: We recently received €200 towards the Kidettes club, so we are now looking to spend wisely. A huge Thank You from us all.

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West Waterford Clashmore Ploughing AN EVENING WITH LAURANCE McKEOWN Clashmore will host an Evening with Laurance McKeown this Friday evening, October 28th, in the Old School Hall Clashmore. Starting at 7.30 p.m. with a viewing of the H Block movie H3 which was made in 2006 and which Laurence scripted. An interval followed by Laurence introducing himself and telling about his life (25 min) then a Q&A session open to the floor. Laurence is an extraordinary individual and anybody who has an interest in history should try to make it. Tickets can be booked by phoning Liz 087-4148651. Laurence McKeown author, playwright, filmmaker Post his 1981 hunger strike Laurence McKeown went on to become a writer, playwright, and filmmaker though he sees those roles within the broader context of political activism and academia. His involvement in creative works, political education and academia began during his period of incarceration as a political prisoner (1976-1992). Following his release Laurence completed a doctoral thesis at Queen’s University, Belfast. In the late 1990s he cowrote a feature film, H3, based on the 1981 hunger strike which he participated in (70 days). Laurence then began to work as a playwright, using theatre to explore issues concerning the legacy of the conflict in the North of Ireland. His previous plays with Kabosh include Johanna Monahan (staged in Short Strand memorial garden), Two Roads West (staged in a moving black taxi) and Winnie and William (staged in Milltown Cemetery, West Belfast). His other plays include Cherish all the children of the nation equally (TÍ Chulainn); A Cold House and Laughter of our Children (Dubbeljoint). Laurence was Co-ordinator of the Aftermath project (www.aftermath-ireland.com) in which he used the arts (film, photography, and music) to

engage with victims/survivors, former political prisoners, former members of the RUC and British Army, and persons displaced by the conflict in Ireland and internationally. Laurence’s most recent documentary film, You were never big on luxuries: Art, Life and Conflict, was premiered in April 2015 as part of the Belfast Film Festival. Laurence co-founded the festival in 1995 when it began as the West Belfast Film Festival before expanding to become city-wide in 2001. CLASHMORE KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL The new committee met on Wednesday and agreed that the Chairperson would be Richard Torney; Deputy Chairperson, Jacinta Fitzgerald; Secretary, Gerard Byrne and Treasurer, Jacinta Kiely. Groups were set up to look at how the community can deal with Climate Change, Healthy Living, Heritage, Entertainment and also working with Tidy Towns on Waste and Resource Management. If anyone wants to get involved in any of these issues they should email cakcc.org@gmail.com with their details. LEADER FUNDING Waterford Leader Partnership have invited applications for funding and there will be a meeting at the Rising Sun on Thursday, 27th October at 8.30 p.m. to discuss funding needs for the area and co-ordinate our approach. OCTOBER MOVIE NIGHT Join us in our cosy home cinema for “Lady in the Van” on this Wednesday, October 26th at the Blackwater Garden Centre. This movie tells the true story of the relationship between Alan Bennett and the singular Miss Shepherd, a woman of uncertain origins who ‘temporarily’ parked her van in Bennett’s London driveway and proceeded to live there for 15 years. All are welcome CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our weekly 45 Drive took

Piltown Cross Commemoration 1916 – 2016 On this Sunday, October 30th, a Commemoration to mark the 96th Anniversary of the Piltown Cross Ambush and the 100th anniversary of the 1916 Rising will take place here in Piltown. At 1.45 p.m. we will be assembling at the National School where a wreath laying ceremony will take place at the Joseph Mary Quain Monument, which is just opposite the school. The parade will then proceed to the Piltown Cross Monument led by the Youghal Cork Hill Pipe Band, proceeded by a colour party. Here a wreath laying ceremony will take place followed by the unveiling of a special plaque to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the men and women who fought in the 1916 Rising. Prominent guest speakers who will be in attendance will then give orations and the ceremony will conclude with the sounding of the last post and National Anthem. Afterwards everyone is welcome to join us for refreshments in the Kinsalebeg Community Hall. We hope you all will make this a big Community Commemoration of 1916, by joining us in Piltown on Sunday.

place at the Decies Bar Clashmore on Monday night last, October 25th. First prize winners this week on nine games each were Roger Hynes and Eugene O’Halloran. In second place on eight games were Tom Osborne and John Motherway. In third place on seven games we had Hanna Lucas and Mary O’Donovan. Best of the last five were Paddy Kelleher and Jack Douris. Our lucky last game winners were Maura McGrath and Kathleen Osborne, Aine Curran and Liam Curran. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for you support. CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €7,900: The weekly Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, October 24th. Our numbers this week were 2, 16, 24 and 26. We had no match four winner. Our lucky €20 each spot prize winners were: Paudie O’Leary, Grainne Lawlor, Deirdre Hennessy, Sheila O’Neill and Paudie Allen. Our next draw takes place at The Decies Bar on Monday night, October 30th, when our Jackpot will be €7,900. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners. AGLISH/ BALLINAMEELA/ MOUNT STUART PARISH NEWS First Holy Communion: Our First Holy Communion Programme started in Aglish Church on Sunday last, October 16th. Pope John Paul Awards: Pope John Paul Awards for Post Primary students in the Parish – (Transition Year or 5th Year) if you are intersted in participating in these awards please contact Fr. O’Connor. Wwe already have three students from the Parish already signed up which is great. More details later. Mission Sunday: Mission Sunday will be celebrated next weekend when the great work carried out in the past and is still being carried out will be acknowledged. Novena for the Holy Souls: During the month of November as part of our Novena for the Holy Souls we will have the annual Masses of Remembrance as follows: Ballinameela - Wednesday, November 16th; Aglish Friday, November 18th. HALLOWE’EN PARTY “Hallowe’en Party” in Villierstown Church on Monday, 31st October, 2016 from 4.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m.You can bring your own sweets and treats. The cost is just €4 per family and you will be supporting the Local Irish Girl Guides Group in Villierstown & The Church Restoration Fund. Hope to see you all there! DEATH OF DOROTHY M. (DOLLY) LEDINGHAM With great sadness I record the death this week in Stamford, Connecticut, USA of Dorothy Ledingham formally of Tinnock. Youngest daughter of James

J. and Nancy Ledingham and sister of the late Edmond and Alec. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her brothers Dermot, Donal, John, Tim, Tony and Roger; her sisters Terry, Mary, Cecelia, Evelyn, Christine and June; her nephews, nieces, grand-nephews, grand-nieces, cousins, relatives and many friends. Memorial Mass for Dorothy was celebrated in Clashmore and her ashes where interred in the USA. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. SYMPATHY Kinsalebeg Community Group extend their sympathy to Catherine Fleming and her Family, Ardsallagh, on the death of her father, RIP. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS Here are our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw results for Sunday night last (21st October) the letters drawn were H, X, V and T. We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €2,050, when our draw takes place next Sunday night in Clashmore. Congratulations to the following who were our weekly winners of €20 each: Christy Ormond, Mary Deady and Declan Hurley. As always thank you all so very much for your support. STORY TIME BOOK LAUNCH Stories for Children - Vol. III will be launched at Youghal Library on Thursday evening, October 27th at 7.00 p.m. Again this is the work of two local people: Mike Hackett is the author and Paul Daly is the illustrator of this wonderful and very colourful book. Before performing the launch, local Town Crier, Cliff Winser, will announce the event around the streets at 6.30 p.m. There will then be free sweets and lollipops for all the children. The book is selling at €12. ACT – COLLECTIONS Aid Cancer Treatment are holding their 28th Annual Church Gate Collection in Dungarvan (Friary and St. Mary’s) also Abbeyside, Garranbane and Ballinroad the coming weekend, 29th and 30th October. Your support will be very much appreciated. CRAFT FAIR The annual Villierstown Craft Fair on Sunday, 13th November, in Villierstown Church Hall, from 11.30 a.m. till late afternoon. A family day out. Full catering and stalls to suite everyone. Free admission. Everyone welcome. SYMPATHY Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Costin family, Kilmaloo, Clashmore, on the death of Michael. His removal took place on Sunday evening to Piltown Church and following Requiem Mass on Monday at noon Michael was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Nell; his daughters Mary, Fiona and Trina; his son Micheal and all his family and friends our deepest sympathy.

THE 2016 Annual Clashmore Ploughing Match took place in Tinnabina on the lands of Liam, Pat and the Collins Family by very kind permission on Sunday last. Weather and soil conditions were ideal for ploughing and we would like to sincerely thank the Collins family for the use of their land, and of course our judges. Thanks also to all our sponsors without your support we could not host this event. Thanks also to the wonderful team of tea ladies who kept us all fed throughout the day in the field. Also Aine Curran and her team at the Decies Bar who served up a wonderful meal. This year we also held a fundraising raffle, and the following were our lucky winners: 1st prize Michael O’Connell; 2nd Prize Mary Prendergast and 3rd Prize Aoibhinn Nugent. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. The competition winners for 2016 were: Senior 2 Furrow: 1st Larry Bergin, 2nd Maurice Walsh, 3rd Philip Murphy. Under 28 2 Furrow: 1st Lorcan Bergin, 2nd Jamie Hurley. Macra Class: 1st Conor Hurley.

David McGrath presents Jay Prendergast with the Kearney Bros. Cup at the Clashmore Ploughing prize presentation night. Senior 3 Furrow: 1st Jay Prendergast, 2nd James Murphy, 3rd Noel Howley. Farmette: 1st Mary O’Callaghan. 3 Furrow Standard: 1st Killian Tate, 2nd James Foley, 3rd Shane Beausang. Trailer Vintage: 1st Raymond Hallahan, 2nd Denis Hennessy. Hydraulic Vintage: 1st Tommy Keatley, 2nd John Flannery, 3rd Henry McGrath.

Vintage Single Furrow: 1st Oliver Power. Novice 3 Furrow: 1st Jimmy Power, 2nd Shane Fenton, 3rd Henry Beresford. Reversable Senior: 1st Jimmy Cotter, 2nd Tom Longeran, 3rd Conor Butler. Standard Reversible: 1st Niall Connery, 2nd Kieran Hennebry, 3rd Paddy Power. Congratulations to all our winners and thanks to all competitors for your support.

Billy Allen 1931-2016 BORN in America on the 15th of December 1931, Billy Allen was one of two sons born to Mary (nee Veale) Moord, Kinsalebeg, and William Allen, Glanmire. His brother Jimmy in Canada predeceased Billy in 2015. Billy met and married the love of his life Mary McSherry while they were both working in England.They returned and set up home in Moord, Kinsalebeg in 1954 – and in the years that followed their eight children were born. Billy was a very fair and respected overseer with Waterford County Council. His work took him all over the county and he always worked hard for improvement of roads and facilities of the County, which he loved. Outside of work Billy was one of those amazing people who greatly enhanced the community in which he lived. In the early years Billy and Mary loved dancing.They lived in the era when set dancing was all the rage, the highlight being their appearance with their set dancing partners on the very popular BBC Television programme “Opportunity Knocks”. Billy and Mary loved to travel and on one occasion during a trip to Las Vegas they got to sit in the front row at a Frank Sinatra show. Billy loved sports especially GAA, win or lose he was a loyal and proud supporter at local and county and national games. He was especially supportive and proud to watch his own sons and more recently his grandchildren play. In his own sporting career he downed the colours of Old Parish, Ardmore, Kinsalebeg, and finally Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, and long after he hung up his boots Billy remained actively involved in

the club as a selector and mentor and as a member of the committee. For more years than we care to remember Billy was a very active member of Civil Defence, most of us older people in the Parish remember doing our first aid course with Billy, and his teams were very successful in various first aid team competitions in those years. He and his Civil Defence colleagues were always on hand to assist at various sporting events throughout the county. He also served for many years on the board of Youghal Credit Union. Billy loved cards, a keen 45Drive player, he loved nothing better than his weekly Monday night game in the Decies Bar, or his weekly game at the Thursday Club in Kinsalebeg. Billy loved to read and he was always up to speed on the latest happenings both national and internationally. First and foremost Billy was a family man and a Christian of deep religious faith. In his retirement and up to very recently he attended daily mass in the Parish, and for many years he lent his beautiful singing voice as a member of our Parish Choir. He was also a Eucharist Minister. It was this deep, strong faith which brought Billy through the most devastating moments of his life, the death of his beloved Mary and his adult children Seamus and Angela. However, with the loss of each of them a little bit of Billy died and his health began to fail. Billy and his family were always so appreciative and thankful of the wonderful care and support he got from Catherine Mansfield and Suzanne Allen during these final years of his life.

Billy Allen Following a short illness Billy died in Waterford Regional Hospital on September 25th. Reposing at Egan’s Funeral Home, Youghal, his removal took place to Tuesday 27th to Piltown Church where Billy’s remains were led in to the Church by a respectful Guard of Honour by the GAA and the Civil Defence, which he would have been so very proud of. On Wednesday, Canon Billy Meehan assisted by Canon Tom Brown and Fr. Shane O’Neill celebrated Requiem Mass for Billy and the Choir which he was such a proud member of, led by Musical Director Mary Dee also officiated in the celebration.The gifts symbols of his wonderful and full life, the offertory gifts, readings and prayers of the faithful were all carried out by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. How proud he would be of all of them. Following the celebration of Mass, Billy was then laid to rest reunited once again with his dearly loved Mary in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. Month’s Mind Mass for Billy will be celebrated this coming Saturday night in Piltown Church at 6.30 p.m.

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Junior Infants at Carriglea N.S. proudly display the pumpkin lanterns they made. They were also busy making bird feeders for our school garden.

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Under 21 Visit: Mr. Darragh Duggan, Mr. Jim Power (Deputy Principal), Ms. Angela Walsh, Ross Browne, David Gartland, Conor Prunty, Tom Devine, Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain, Ms. Lisa Hanrick and Ms. Anne Pender.

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Poetry Aloud 2017 THE National Poetry Aloud competition took place on Friday, 21st October at the Crawford Art Gallery in Cork. The competition is a poetry speaking competition open to all secondary students on the island of Ireland and three of our students took part this year, they were: Adam Ashraf in 2nd year, Susan Doran in 5th year and Danny Brockie in 6th year. Congratulations to all three who performed beautifully in the regional heats. Special congratulations to Danny, who was successful in the senior category and is now through to the semi-

finals in the National Library in November. Danny recited “Hearing Mass” by Leanne O’Sullivan and “Anseo” by Paul Muldoon. He will learn and recite two new poems for the next round of the competition. Good luck in November, Danny. Many thanks to Ms. Bríd O’Kennedy who assisted the students with their preparation and accompanied then to the Crawford Gallery. COMÓRTAS DÍOSPÓIREACHTA AN PHIARSAIGH Ghlac ár bhfoireann díospóireachta páirt i gComórtas Díospóireachta

an Phiarsaigh i Méanscoil Loreto i gCluain Meala Dé Chéadaoin seo caite. Bhí Fiadh Ní Challaráin, Stephen de hIndleberg agus Ailbhe Ní Sheanlaoich ag caint i bhfábhar an rúin ‘Ba cheart deireadh a chur leis na Cluichí Oilim ‘peacha’. Bhí an-cuid argóintí láidire acu agus bhain said taithneamh agus tairbhe as. MEMBERS OF DÉISE U21 HURLING SQUAD DROP IN Members of the Déise Under 21 hurling squad paid us a visit on Friday last. Complete with the James Nowlan Cup (All-Ireland Under 21 trophy) and Corn na Cásca (Munster U-21

Foireann Díospóireachta: Fiadh Ní Challaráin, Stephen de hIndleberg agus Ailbhe Ní Sheanlaoic leis an Múinteoir Iníon Aoife Breathnach.

trophy) Conor Prunty (Abbeyside-Ballinacourty), Ross Browne (Colligan), Tom Devine (Modeligo) and David Gartland (Ardmore) were welcomed by staff and students. Vice Principal Mr. Jim Power complimented the lads on their Munster and All-Ireland success and the feast of Déise hurling we were treated to last summer. Best of luck to The Déise in 2017. Déise Abú.

Poetry Aloud: Adan Ashraf, Susan Doran, Danny Brockie and Ms. Bríd O'Kennedy.

1st Year students with Izak9 wall, a maths game introduced to the students by Mr. Paul Whyte as part of Maths Week.

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ST. MARY’S PRIMARY SCHOOL, DUNGARVAN

Maths Week THIS week was maths week and to celebrate all our classes were very busy brushing up on our mathematician skills. Some went on maths trails around the school, others had tables competitions, some even combined their love for both maths and Hallowe’en by playing Hallowe’en themed maths games and activities. Our 6th class attended a maths quiz in Coláiste Cathal Naofa. On top of all the classroom activities the senior classes thought hard about the Hallowe’en Maths Challenges and entered their answers into the pumpkin in the hope of winning some spooktacular prizes next week. ST. MARY'S FOOTBALL TEAM On Wednesday, 20th October our football team played Scoil Garbhàn. We were lucky enough to be able to cycle out to the pitch in Abbeyside. Our opponents were very fit and gave us a great game, but we put in an excellent effort and won the match well. We now look forward to playing Ballymacarbry in the semi-final. Final score, 2-6 to 0-2. I would like to take this opportunity to say a big thank you, on behalf of myself and the rest of the football team, to Ms.Wall. We are very lucky to have Ms.Wall as our coach. Katelyn McGovern, 5th Class HALLOWE’EN AISTEAR Junior Infants were busy with their second theme for Aistear this week. They had great fun making ghoulish ghosts, mixing liquids to make potions in the witches kitchen, playing their Hallowe’en maths games and writing some spooky letters at our writing station. Here's what some of our infants had to say about Aistear this week: Aistear is terrific, it's just my favourite - Lilly I loved being a witch, my potion made us all invisiable Janey I liked making the ghosts, but they were friendly ghosts - Sophie The witche’s kitchen was the most fun, my potion made me grow a big beard - Gavin We can't wait for our next theme in Aistear.

Riain and Jack happy with their answers so far during the middle of their maths trail.

The winners of the maths quiz in Coláiste Cathal Naofa as part of maths week were Mya Joyce, Claire Whelan, Aoibhe Bluett and Sarah Power. Well done girls.

Fun Hallowe’en themed maths activites were happening during Maths Week. In Ms Hickeys class 7 are afraid of spiders and 12 are not.

Our victorious football team. Well done girls and best of luck in the Semi-Final.

Some pupils studying the Hallowe’en Maths Challenge carefully before popping their answers into the pumpkin.

First class on their maths trail as part of Maths Week.

Making wonderful potions in the Witches Kitchen during Aistear.

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Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents’ Association HALLOWE’EN CAKE SALE From 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. this Friday, 28th October, there will be a monster Hallowe’en Cake Sale. All pupils are invited to bring in €2 and they will be brought in their classes to select their preferred sweet treats. Parents, grandparents and friends of the school are also welcome to come to purchase buns and cakes as well as stopping for a warm drink and scone in our pop-up coffee dock adjoining the school Halla. The Parents’ Association would welcome all donations of buns and biscuits, though we ask people not to use any nuts, as some people may have allergic reactions to nuts. RECYCLABLE CLOTHES COLLECTION We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of those who donated bags

of reusable clothing for our fundraising collection. We’ll be doing another such collection in early 2017, so please keep items in a safe place for that collection. SPONSORS Finally, we wish to acknowledge and thank our 2016/2017 sponsors and supporters who were confirmed to date: Dalton's Jewellers; Meades Café; Ger Wyley Sports; David Walsh Office Supplies; Venture Clothing; The Gold Coast Golf Resort;The Park Hotel and Leisure Centre; Murphy’s Toymaster; Ray Kelly’s Pharmacy; Hallahan’s Pharmacy; Eurospar Abbeyside; Murray’s Pharmacy. If you are in a position to support the work of the Scoil Mhuire Abbeyside Parents Association activities with raffle prizes, funds or your time, please get in touch with the school office.

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Transition Year News ORIENTEERING On the 13th October, TY headed off for a quite adventurous day of Orienteering to Kilkenny Castle.We headed on to the bus at 9.30 a.m., where Mrs. Pickering and Ms. Rochford were equipped with 2 packets of jellies from Mr. Collins as awards at the end of the day. We arrived in Kilkenny with time to spare so we all decided to head off for some window shopping and to also grab a bite to eat. When we arrived at the castle we were handed dibbers and a map of our course, we were mixed with other schools from various regions which was great fun. We bolted our way around the course which was chaotic, with people running everywhere frantic about finding the different controls. Some of us were even tired after finding the first control! By the time we got to our last controls everyone was exhausted and it is safe to say at that stage we ignored every 'stay off the grass' sign just in order to be finished. Grace Montgomery, Lydia Nugent and Orla Renton were the first to be finished with Aisling Walsh and Lowri Davies coming second! Although we all completed the track in less than an hour and a half, we got to explore the stunning grounds of Kilkenny Castle, some us spotted a few squirrels while others were too focused on getting to the finish line to even notice. At the end of our

day, we were all exhausted but we all had an unreal day! A big thank you to Mrs. Pickering and Ms. Rochford for organising such an enjoyable day for TY! TY QUIZ On Wednesday the 19th, we had a quiz with the Transition Year’s from the CBS. Straight after big lunch we all gathered into the senior hall and were put in our groups.There were 2 boys and 2 girls to each table. All of us sat there all so very awkward at the start but within a few minutes of us all fighting over what the answer was to the questions it turned out great! Mr. Collins, who was the Quizmaster, put a lot of time and effort into making this quiz happen for all of us, which we were all very grateful for. After the first 4 rounds we had a little break, where we heard a few dodgy covers of 'Jar of Hearts' and 'Tell my Ma when I go home', which was greatly enjoyed! Just after our break we got back into the quiz for the last four rounds, some questions quite hard and others very easy. When the quiz finished, the boys from the CBS all performed the Haka for us as a surprise! It was such a fun afternoon for all the TYs and everyone got on great! A big thank you to Mr. Collins and to all the teachers from Ard Scoil and CBS who came and helped out with collecting all the answer sheets, totting up the

scores and giving out the treats! By Keeva Young JUNIOR CAMOGIE BLITZ On a lovely Wednesday morning in early October the Junior Camogie team made their way to Youghal to participate in a 7s blitz. It was the first camogie outing of the season. Ard Scoil had two teams entered in the competition.The first team, managed by Ms. McCarthy and Lydia Troy were narrowly defeated in their first game against BCS Lismore on a score line of 3-1to 23, Sarah Lacey scoring 2-3 in that game. They then went on to beat Mercy Waterford, 0-7 to 0-1. Sarah Lacey scored 0-6 and Aibhilín Dowling chipped in with a fine point from a tight angle. Unfortunately this was not enough to qualify for a semi-final. The second Ard Scoil team, managed by Mr. Mulligan, Sadhbh Ní Fhaoláin and Niamh Reddy, were defeated in both their games. The first was against Youghal on a score line of 4-1 to 1-1, Ciara Walsh scoring 1-1. In their second game they were defeated by BCS Lismore 3-0 to 1-0. Anna Hickey got Ard Scoil’s only score of the game. Both teams performed well on the day and displayed great skill and talent. Next upcoming fixture is a senior match against Roscrea. By Sadhbh Ní Fhaoláin, Niamh Reddy and Lydia Troy

Pictured at the Bin It Workshop are students from Ard Scoil na nDeise.

Nationwide Litter Awareness Education Campaign visits two Waterford Schools School education initiative visits as gum litter drops nationwide A NATIONWIDE schools’ campaign to educate and raise student awareness of littering visited Mount Sion CBS Secondary School and Ard Scoil na nDeise last week. Over 390 students from Mount Sion CBS Secondary School and Ard Scoil na nDeise participated in the ‘Bin it!’ workshop. ‘Bin It!’ is a key element of the Gum Litter Taskforce (GLT) education campaign. The campaign has seen huge success to date with the National Litter Pollution Monitoring System results showing an overall decrease in people dropping gum from 26% when the campaign started in 2007, to 11% in the latest results. Bin It! features an actor-

led workshop visiting secondary schools across twenty-six local authority areas. The workshop is geared towards first year students and explores littering and social responsibility. This is the 10th year the ‘Bin it!’ campaign has toured Ireland and to date over 39,218 students have taken part, with 6,324 attending the workshop in 2015 alone. The workshop tour is supported by a website w w w. c h ew i t b i n i t . c o m which includes games and quizzes for students, lesson plans, teachers’ notes, posters and activity cards to help integrate the theme of responsible litter disposal into the curriculum. Chairman of the GLT, Paul Kelly said; “The tour is

very important to the overall goal of the campaign which is to change the behaviour of future generations when it comes to disposing of litter. The latest results of the attitude and awareness research we carry out to measure the impact of the campaign show that the highest number of people to date say they never drop gum which indicates that getting the message to children early is having a very positive effect.” ‘Bin It!’ is a key element of the Gum Litter Taskforce (GLT) education campaign. The campaign also includes outdoor poster, TV and online advertising which ran from May until August this year. The programme also has an accompanying website www.gumlitter-

taskforce.ie. The 2016 ‘Bin it!’ tour will visit 26 local authority areas over a six-week period from 26th September until 21st November, 2016. The 26 participating local authorities are: Dublin, Cork and Galway City Council, Limerick City and County Council, Waterford City and County Council and the County Council of Tipperary, Kilkenny, Cork, Sligo, Fingal, Dún L a og h a i re - R a t h d ow n , Longford, Galway, Laois, Wexford, Clare, Westmeath, Cavan, Kildare, Wicklow, Kerry, Roscommon, South Dublin and Monaghan. Schools can download a free copy of the ‘Bin it!’ programme materials by logging onto www.chewitbinit.com

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MEANSCOIL SAN NIOCLAS

Éachtaí Iomána & Peile i Meánscoil San Nioclás NÍL deireadh le sodar Fhoireann Pheil na mBan agus traenálaí na foirne Katie Ní Annáin le seachtainí beaga anuas agus buaite acu ar a gcéile comhraic sna trí chluiche a d’imir siad go dtí seo. D’fhill an fhoireann sinsearach go buach ar an scoil Déardaoin 20 Deireadh Fómhair, tar éis ardbhua a bhaint amach in aghaidh Mheánscoil Regini Mundi i bPáirc CLG Dúbhghlas, le 4:11 in aghaidh 3:6. Tá ardmholadh tuillte ag Kelly Nic Seoin a scóráil 3 cúl don Mheánscoil sa chéadleath agus níor fágadh ansin é, ach tháinig cúilíní ina dhiaidh sin ó Hannah de Paor, Maedhbh Ní Churraoidhín, Caoimhe Ní Thiomáin agus Caitríona Metcalfe. Ní raibh stad le hiarrachtaí misniúla na n-imreoirí i lár na páirce le linn an chluiche ar fad agus ardimirt ar siúl ag Briannagh Nic Craith agus ag Hannah Power, ar bronnadh laoch na himeartha uirthi. Thosaigh foireann Regini Mundi ag teacht ar ais sa dara leath ach sheas an Mheánscoil an fód go háirithe leis an dá iarracht ar chúl, a shábháil cúlbáire na Meánscoile, Máire de Róiste, imirt a chuir go mór le dea-obair na gcosantóirí Sophie French, Mackenzie Ní Dhubhghaill agus Kate de Barún. Ba é seo an tríú bua ag an bhfoireann a bhuaigh in aghaidh Choláiste Rockwell le 4:14 in aghaidh 0:14 i gCluain Meala agus a bhuaigh le 2:10 in aghaidh 0:8 in aghaidh foireann Choláiste Naomh Ailbhe, Baile Thiobraid Árann, an tseachtain roimhe sin. Comhghairdeachas ó chroí libh go léir is beirigí bua. IOMÁINT NA SINSEAR & FAOI 16.5 Fad is a bhí Foireann Pheil na mBan ag dul i dtreo amháin, bhí foireann iomána na mbuachaillí faoi 16.5 ag déanamh éachtaí eile dúinn ar fhearann eile, faoi stiúir Aonghus Uí Raghnaigh, traenálaí na foirne. Dé Céadaoin 12 Deireadh Fómhair, bhuaigh siad go fuirist ar fhoireann Choláiste Chluain Meala le 10-16 in aghaidh 0-4. D’fhág sin sa cheathrú craobh iad a bhí ar siúl i mBaile Póirín i gCo Thiobraid Árann, Dé Céadaoin seo caite. Nach orainn a bhí an lúcháir nuair a bhuaigh foireann na Meánscoile in aghaidh Scoil Phóil, Cill Fhionnáin le 2:22 in aghaidh 0:13. Chruthaigh gach aon imreoir go hiontach ar fad, ach is fiú moladh faoi leith as an ardchluiche a d’imir siad a thabhairt do Chaolán Mac Craith, Nioclás Breathnach agus do Sheán Lennon atá mar chuairteoir linn san Idirbhliain. Ina theannta sin d'imir Foireann na Sinsear dhá chluiche an tseachtain seo caite, cluiche amháin in aghaidh Ardscoil na Mara ar an Trá Mhór, i gcomórtas Phort Láirge agus an dara cluiche in aghaidh Coláiste an Chomaraigh i gCarraig Na Siúire, i gcomórtas na Mumhan. Arís tá ardmholadh tuillte ag Seán Lennon a dhein éacht sa dhá chluiche sinsear chomh maith. Beidh an fhoireann faoi 16.5 sa chluiche leathcheannais go luath. Comhghairdeachas libh as bhur néachtaí go dtí seo agus go n-éirí go geal libh. PEIL FAOI 14 Tá ardmholadh tuillte ag Jack Ó Lonáin, Shane Ó hÓgáin agus Arthur Dera, daltaí Idirbhliana atá ag cabhrú le traenáil peile Fhoireann Shóisearach na Meánscoile ó thosach na scoilbhliana, faoi stiúir Neil Uí Dhiarmada. Dé Máirt seo caite bhuaigh an fhoireann le 6:13 in aghaidh 2:03 ar Choláiste Naomh Póil, Port Láirge. Bhí ardchluiche ag gach aon imreoir ach tá moladh faoi leith tuillte ag Caolán Mac Craith agus ag Johny de Búrca as a n-imirt den scoth ó thósach go deireadh an chluiche. Míle buíochas chomh maith le Jack Lombard agus le Daniel Ó Crualaoich, beirt chuairteoirí atá ag caitheamh na hIdirbhliana linn, as an gcabhair ar fad a thug siad don fhoireann le linn an chluiche. Is iontach ar fad dea-spriod lucht na

hIdirbhliana a bhrath agus iad ag tacú leis na daltaí níos óige. Treise libh ar fad! CEOLRA NA hIDIRBHLIANA Tá an Mheánscoil ag dordán faoi láthair le ceol, rithim agus rince agus cleachtadh rialta ar siúl don cheolra, An Grá agus An Ghruaim, leagan Gaoluinne de West Side Story a bheidh á léiriú sa Mheánscoil níos faide amach sa scoilbhliain. Tá na daltaí ag baint ardspraoi as an ullmhúchán ar fad faoi stiúir Shinéad Ní Fhathaigh, múinteoir ceoil na Meánscoile. Tá dul chun cinn den scoth déanta leis an rince faoi threoir chumasach Patricia Roche atá mar chóiréagrafaí ar an gceolra. Caitheann Patricia, atá bunaithe in ‘The Place of Performing Arts and Dance’ i bPort Láirge, tréimhsí leis na daltaí gach aon seachtain agus bímid ag coinne lena teacht. Rath Dé ar an obair ar fad. MAIDIN OSCAILTE Beidh Maidin Oscailte ar siúl i Meánscoil San Nioclás, Dé Sathairn 12 Samhain 2016 10 rn12.30 in. Míle fáilte roimh thuismitheoirí agus roimh dhaltaí a bheidh ag tosnú amach sa Chéad Bhliain nó san Idirbhliain, in 2017. Beimid ag súil le bualadh libh ann! TURAS NA hIDIRBHLIANA Tá lucht na hIdirbhliana an-ghnóthach go deo idir chluichí, cheolra, chleachtadh rince agus go leor imeachtaí eile nach iad. Chuir siad camchuairt iontach isteach Déardaoin seo caite, a thosnaigh amach ag Ceann Heilbhic agus a chríochnaigh sa phictiúrlann i nDún Garbhán. Agus iad ar turas timpeall an Stáisiúin, chuir na daltaí an-suim go deo sa chuntas a thug Tomás Rua Ó Cadhla dóibh ar Stáisiún Tarrthála Cheann Heilbhic agus an ardobair a bhíonn ar siúl ag an RNLI chun seirbhís tarrthála a choimeád sa tsiúl do mhuintir na háite agus don cheantar máguaird, a thugann faoi imeachtaí mara ar bhonn oibre nó fóillíochta. Ar aghaidh leo ansin go dtí Sólás na Mara, áit ar thug Cian Ó Conchúir turas dóibh ar na folcthaí trioscair agus na háiseanna aclaíochta atá á dtairiscint ag an tsaoráid áitiúil seo. Tagann laochra spóirt agus daoine eile nach iad ó chian agus ó chóngar chun leas a bhaint as na folcthaí céanna agus ní nach ionadh go bhfuil Sólás na Mara ag dul ó neart go neart dá réir. Ba é Comhlacht Grúdlainne Dhún Garbhán an chéad stad eile dóibh agus d’fhoghlaim na daltaí go leor, leor faoi phróiseas grúdaireachta ó Chormac Ó Duibhir, duine de bhunaitheoirí na Grúdlainne. Is cinnte go bhfaigheadh Cian agus Cormac araon, go leor leideanna a thabhairt do na daltaí agus iad i mbun pleanála agus oibre ar a gcuid mionchomhlachtaí. D’fháiltigh na daltaí roimh an deis a scíth a ligean ansin agus isteach leo go dtí an phictiúrlann i nDún Garbhán chun féachaint ar an scannán Patrick’s Day le Moe Dunford, scannán a phléann le cúrsaí meabhairshláinte. Lá dá saol a bhí ann gan dabht agus ár mbuíochas le Dearán Ó Droma a d’eagraigh gach aon ní go seoigh dóibh. CEARDLANN SCÉALAÍOCHTA & LABHAIRT PHOIBLÍ LE DÉAGLÁN TURRAOIN Thug an scéalaí is an drámadóir iomráiteach, Déaglán Turraoin, cuairt ar rang Béarla na Chéadbhliana an tseachtain seo caite agus thug ceardlann do na daltaí ar an scéalaíocht. Roinn sé a shaineolas leo ar conas scéalta a chumadh, a scríobh agus a insint. Leag sé béim ar scéal a chur i láthair lucht éisteachta agus bhain na daltaí idir thairbhe agus thaitneamh as gach neomat den am ar chaith siad ina theannta. Cuireadh an cheardlann sin ar fáil mar chuid de scéim JCSP na Meánscoile agus ár mbuíochas le Sinéad Ní Fhathaigh, múinteoir Béarla na Chéadbhliana agus le Clár Ní Fhathaigh, Comhordaitheoir JCSP Mheánscoil San Nioclás as an obair a dhein an bheirt acu chun an ócáid sin a eagrú.

Cian Ó Conchúir agus turas ar Sholás na Mara á thabhairt aige do dhaltaí na hIdirbhliana.

Daltaí na hIdirbhliana le Cormac Ó Duibhir ag Comhlacht Grúdlainne Dhún Garbhán.

Foireann bhuach Pheil na mBan.

Foireann Iomána faoi 16.5 a ghnóthaigh áit sa Chraobh Leathcheannais.

Daltaí na hIdirbhliana lasmuigh de Stáisiún Tarrthála RNLI Cheann Heilbhic.

Daltaí na hIdirbhliana i mbun rince le Patricia Roche, ‘The Place of Performing Arts and Dance’ Port Láirge.

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COLÁISTE CHATHAIL NAOFA

Noel McGrath visit - CCN joins Sky Sports Living for Sport Programme OUR newest sport initiative in CCN is the Sky Sports "Living for Sport" programme. We have decided to increase sport participation for our first years and second years, through a Transition Year run sports programme. The TY students will run break time sports activities on Fridays, as well as a number of internal competitions for our students of 1st and 2nd year. Some of the activities on offer will include Spikeball, Handball, Football, etc. As part of our programme we have been designated Noel McGrath as our athlete mentor. He will be supporting us with visits throughout the year. He made his first visit on Wednesday, 12th October, when he encouraged students to join the programme, and explained to students the importance of life skills and reinforced the schools initiative of ‘Be ready for learning’. Noel had our students attention captivated throughout, and our TYs are very much looking forward to working with him on his next visit in early November. As part of the visit, Noel also presented our Sports

Pictured above is Noel McGrath with Raph Britton, Sports Captain.

School Bank Committee with Jennifer Hickey, Karen Darcy (Bank of Ireland) and Ms. Kiely (Coláiste Chathail Naofa). Captains and Vice Captains for this Academic year, and gave them some valuable guidance on the importance of being positive role models and leaders in the year groups. TRANSITION YEAR STUDENTS LAUNCH THE SCHOOL BANK Recently Transition Year students launched the School Bank. In the

preparatory phase, students received interview skills and were interviewed by Bank of Ireland officials. This experience will benefit students both now and into the future. The School Bank provides the opportunity for students to open a Bank Account and makes it easy for them to save on a regular basis. The School Bank

will be running throughout the year with the help of Bank of Ireland. It provides Transition Year students the opportunity to learn about banking in a variety of roles from Bank Manager to Customer Service Official and how to work as an effective team member. Bank of Ireland has pledged to support us on an

Transition Year students with Jennifer Hickey, Austin Gleeson and Karen Darcy (Bank of Ireland) and teachers Ms. Walsh and Ms. Kiely.

educational school trip that will take place later on in the year. Austin Gleeson delivered a wonderful presentation outlining the benefits of being prepared. His talk was greeted with great enthusiasm by the students. Austin was very impressed with the students and the facilities of the school.

Austin Gleeson and Claddagh Power. Claddagh Power has been selected for the Under 16’s Waterford Camogie Team.

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Kilmacthomas Primary School Waterford Greenway Maths Week Ireland. Pupils measuring the car park at Kilmacthomas Garda Station. [Pat Crowley]

Kilmacthomas Primary School Waterford Greenway Maths Week Ireland. Measuring the height of the Viaduct Bridge. L-R: Samuel Lineen, Ellie Grant, Kiera O'Reilly, Thomas Kearns-O'Brien, Conor Kearns-O'Brien, Kasey Mulhearne, Angel Walsh, Heather Ridgard, 5th Class. [Pat Crowley]

Kilmacthomas Primary School Puples (Maths Week Ireland) Waterford Greenway.

Kilmacthomas Primary School Pupils with Sheila Creed, Principal. Maths Trail Greenway (Maths Week Ireland).

[Pat Crowley]

Kilmacthomas Primary School Waterford Greenway Maths Week Ireland. Pupils measuring the lenght of the Viaduct-Bridge, Kilmacthomas from start of the stone wall to the end. Kiera O'Reilly, with 5th class puples. [Pat Crowley]

OBITUARY DUNGARVAN C.B.S.

Maths Week AS part of maths week first years had a fun Maths Quiz this week. WORLD KICKBOXING CHAMPIONSHIPS Best of luck to Third Year student Scott Lennon who has been selected to represent Ireland in the Unified World Kickboxing Championships in Tuscany. Last year Scott won bronze in the World Championships in Benidorm and we hope he can bring home more silverware.

Winners and runners-up of First Year Maths Quiz.

Letters to the Editor … Address Letters to: The Editor, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. Fax: 058 41559. e-mail: news@dungarvanobserver.ie ALL letters MUST include your name, address and telephone number for authenticity purposes.

“Save Your Breath” for people with COPD Dear Editor, I would be grateful if you could draw the attention of the readers of the Dungarvan Observer to an important patient conference being organised by COPD Support Ireland ahead of World COPD Day. On Tuesday, November 15th, we will be hosting our first-ever national patient conference, “Save Your Breath” for people with COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, at the Royal College of Physicians, Kildare Street, Dublin 2.The event, which is kindly supported by A. Menarini, GSK and Novartis, is open to people with COPD. COPD is perhaps more commonly known by other names such as bronchitis or emphysema. It is estimated that some 380,000 people have the condition in Ireland. The conference will hear from leading Irish and UK experts on the latest developments in COPD treatment and care, while attendees will also be able to quiz our politicians on their plans to develop COPD health policy. Of particular interest will be a range of lifestyle and well-being workshops, including de-stressing through mindfulness, lung exercises through singing, and gentle movement through dance. World COPD Day is an important opportunity to remind people to be aware of the symptoms and to remember the "ABC" of COPD: - Avoid the risks such as smoking and environmental toxins - Be aware of the symptoms that include persistent cough with phlegm, chest infections and breathlessness - Consult a GP for a simple spirometry breathing test, particularly if you are over 35 years, have symptoms, are or have been a smoker, or have a family history of lung conditions Booking for the conference is on a first-come, first-served basis - simply telephone 01 28 33 500. Further information on COPD can be found by visiting www.copd.ie Yours sincerely, DAMIEN PEELO Executive Director, COPD Support Ireland, Brookfield House, Brookfield Terrace, Blackrock, Co. Dublin.

SR. EMMANUEL (Marie) CAGNEY Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan, and formerly of Dohora, Banogue, Croom, County Limerick Sr. Emmanuel Cagney entered into eternal life on Thursday, 6th October, at Presentation House,Youghal Road, Dungarvan, following her earthly pilgrimage as a kind and gentle servant of the Lord. Born Marie Cagney on 21st August, 1929, to parents Josie and Con Cagney, she was the eldest of six children. She had three sisters Betty, Kathleen and Jo and two brothers John and Patrick. Sadly, Sr. Emmanuel is predeceased by her parents, sisters Betty O’Rourke, Kathleen O’Riordan and brother Patrick Cagney. Having received her early education in Banogue, County Limerick, she subsequently completed her secondary education in Ballingarry, County Limerick, and Loretto Convent, Fermoy, County Cork. Marie entered the Presentation Convent, Dungarvan, in September 1949 and received the name Emmanuel meaning God with us and indeed she was God with us to so many people. Her religious life was spent as a primary school teacher and then in retirement she assisted Sr. Martina in the preschool and worked tirelessly for the Saint Vincent de Paul, standing with Sr. Conception collecting and helping in the Saint Vincent de Paul Shop. Sr. Emmanuel attended the 9.30 a.m. Mass in St. Mary’s Parish Church and Holy Hour with great devotion. Over the past year, despite her failing health she went to Mass in Dungarvan Community Hospital, indeed to within a couple of weeks of her passing. For a quiet person Sr. Emmanuel was very well known in the local community. In school and preschool past pupils remember her as kind and gentle. Emmanuel never raised her voice yet her gentleness commanded the respect of her pupils. Determined and resilient, her great passion was her love for the poor; visiting and collecting for the St. Vincent de Paul, various ministries carried out very quietly. Indeed, Sr. Emmanuel was a very ordinary, unassuming woman; people were attracted by her simplicity, her ordinariness, her self-sacrificing and her prayerfulness. She loved her siblings, nieces, nephews and extended family, always speaking warmly of them and in the early days loved to visit them. Her great love was the garden and indeed gardening was her greatest gift. If anyone had green fingers Emmanuel had. She had an eye for the beauty, colour and character of the smallest flower. The Sisters’ garden on the Youghal Road is a tribute to her love and her gift. Often one would see herself and Sr. Mary of the Sacred Heart working away in silence, transforming a barren piece of land into the thing of beauty it is today. Emmanuel had a great sense of humour. She loved comedy, the Last of the Summer Wine being one of her favourites. Passing the community room you could hear gales of laughter as Sr. Emmanuel and Sr. Mary of the Sacred Heart took a well-earned rest from the garden. In recent times Sr. Emmanuel had not enjoyed the best of health but carried her illness with dignity and fortitude. She had an amazing acceptance of what God allowed her in life. Her great love for the Mass and prayerfulness was given witness to in the last few weeks of her life. She made little of her serious illness, was more concerned about the sicknesses of others, displaying admirable endurance through enormous suffering. Sr. Emmanuel passed away peacefully on Thursday, 6th October, after a life well lived, devoted to the service of God and others. The large crowds who attended her funeral obsequies are a fitting testament to the respect and esteem in which she was held by so many people. “Well done good and faithful servant”. May Sr. Emmanuel now enjoy the Heavenly Banquet with the Lord. We extend our sincere sympathy to her sister Sr. Josephine Cagney, Presentation Sisters, Roxboro Road, Limerick; her brother John, Oldtown, Hospital, Co. Limerick; her sister-in-law Anne; nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives and friends; her Presentation Community and Sisters of the North East Province. On Saturday evening, 8th October, Sr. Emmanuel lay in repose at Presentation House,Youghal Road. Many people came to console the bereaved including many Presentation Sisters from the North East Province. Evening Prayer was led by Sr. Gertrude Howley (Local Leader, Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan). In attendance was Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A. On Sunday, 9th October, the removal took place to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. On arrival Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan (Bishop of Waterford and Lismore) consoled the bereaved.The Service of Reception was led by Canon Willie Ryan, P.P., with the Funeral Pall, symbolic of Sr. Emmanuel’s Baptism, being placed by Catherine and Annette (nieces), Regina (niece-in-law) and Genevieve (cousin). Concelebrated Requiem Mass was offered for the repose of Sr. Emmanuel’s soul by Canon Willie Ryan, P.P. (Chief Celebrant), assisted by Fr. Paddy Bowen (Limerick) and Fr.Tony Egan, O.S.A. Also present was Very Rev. Donal Canon O’Connor, P.E. The Altar servers were J.J. Mahony, Stevie Mahony and Jake O’Riordan.

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The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the large congregation by Anne Fitzgerald (Minister of the Word, St. Mary’s) and Sr. Anne Power (Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan). Psalm 23 The Lord’s My Shepherd was sung by St. Mary’s Parish Choir. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Sr. Anne Codd (Presentation Provincial Team), Sr. Olivere Carew (Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan), Anne Quinn (past pupil and colleague) and Sr. Betty Cagney (cousin). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine for consecration were presented at the Altar by Annette (niece) and St. Perpetua Gannon (Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan). The Ministers of the Eucharist were Chris Mulcahy, Agnes Collins, Jerry Mulvihill, Fr. John Harris, C.C.; Canon Willie Ryan, P.P.; Fr. Paddy Bowen and Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A. After Communion a thoughtful Reflection in remembrance of Sr. Emmanuel was delivered by Sr. Gertrude Howley (Local Leader, Presentation Sisters, Dungarvan). Throughout the Mass beautiful sacred hymns were sung by St. Mary’s Parish Choir including many traditional hymns dear to Sr. Emmanuel, including Soul of My Saviour and Hail Queen of Heaven. Conor Cagney, Derry Cagney, Peter Cagney, John Neyan, Catherine Hickey and Pat Hickey (relatives) were the pallbearers as Sr. Emmanuel was shouldered from the Church to the strains of Nearer My God To Thee. Afterwards Sr. Emmanuel was laid to rest at the Presentation Community Cemetery, Youghal Road, where Canon Ryan, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and led the Rite of Committal. Canon Ryan and the many Presentation Sisters present led the singing of the Salve Regina. Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

TERESA (Tess) DRUMMY (nee Walsh) Ballinagoul, Ring We write with sadness and regret on the passing of Tess Drummy which occurred peacefully on Friday, 21st October, in the loving care of staff at Padre Pio Rest Home, Cappoquin. A native of Sliabh gCua, Tess is predeceased by her husband Tom.We extend our deepest sympathy to her sons Michael, Seamus and Muiris; daughters Catherine Siobhán, Máire and Treasa; brothers Patsy and Monnie; sister Bridget; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, extended family, other relatives and friends. Tess lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Sunday, 23rd October, where in the presence of her loving family and friends the Rosary was recited. Removal took place on Monday morning, 24th October, to Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., and afterwards Tess was laid the rest in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá hanam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

Just think of it! LAST week I tried to encourage the use of the Psalms as a way of praying.You see, the Psalms are special in that they are recognised by the Church as part of what is called Revelation, the divinely inspired message by which God tries to teach us to think along God’s lines, to try to think on a level higher than our usual opinions. Another thing about the Psalms is that they are the prayers that Jesus would have used whenever He took part in official Jewish worship. Greatly daring, by way of further encouragement this week I go to another Psalm, No. 144. It is a song in praise of God. I take just a few verses – you don’t have to go through a Psalm line by line, you just fasten on any line that appeals to you.Verse 1 says: “I will give glory, O God, my King, I will bless your name forever.” It’s good to praise God, not to be always just asking for something. Verse 3 continues that idea: “The Lord is great, highly to be praised, his greatness cannot be measured.” Skipping to verse 8 we read: “The Lord is kind and full of compassion, slow to anger, abounding in love.” I can put my trust in God who is like that, understanding that I don’t always live up to my good intentions and promises. In verse 10 we read: “All your creatures shall thank you, O Lord, and your friends shall repeat your blessing.” We are grateful to God for his goodness, and we’re glad of the chance to express our thanks. We can finish our prayer with verse 13: “Yours is an everlasting kingdom; your rule lasts from age to age.” God is no flash-in-thepan person: God is eternal, and so when He promises to be with me always, He can keep his promise. That is just a sample of how your own thoughts and prayers can spring up from reading a Psalm. Go on, try it! Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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MARIE DEE Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford Marie Dee, 60, of Kilmacthomas, passed away Friday, 26th August, 2016, in her home after a long arduous battle with cancer. Marie was born in Glendalligan on 6th August, 1956, to Seamus and Sally Kiely. She married Tom Dee in 1976 welcoming Valerie, Claire, Anita, Michael and Jack, her beloved children. Marie worked hard all her lif, demonstrating a strong work ethic, working in the District Hospital, Dungarvan, and Campbell Catering, Waterford, up until 2011 when she was first diagnosed. Marie will be remembered with fondness by her five children and six grandchildren Ryan, Ellen, Saoirse, Oisin, Kate and Tom, whom she loved having for sleepovers and making pancakes. Marie’s amazing strength of character and resilience, no matter what uphill struggle she faced, was dealt with head on, even with all of her challenges, she faced the world with unparalleled hope and optimism. Marie is survived by her mother Sally; six brothers and six sisters; husband Tom and partner Pierce; children and grandchildren; but greater than the sorrow from her death is the joy that she spread in her life. As she now rests from her short but filled life, this amazing mother should know, as she was told on many occasions, she has made her family proud.

TERRY LYONS (nee Organ) McCarthyville, Abbeyside A veil of sadness was cast over the local area and far beyond with the passing of Terry Lyons on Thursday, 20th October, at Dunabbey House, Dungarvan. Beloved wife of the late Michael (Mikeen), who predeceased her in 2008,Terry is deeply mourned by her sons Derek, Bobby, Darren and Killian; daughters Mairéad and Anne; brothers Nin, Tucky and Johnny; sisters Ina, Bunny, Nellie, La and Han; grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family, other relatives and many friends. We extend to all our sincere and heartfelt sympathy. May Terry rest in peace. Terry lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Friday evening, 21st October, where huge numbers of people came to pay their respects to a greatly respected and popular lady. Rosary and Funeral Prayers were recited by Fr. P. Ahearne, P.P., before the removal took place to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside, the cortege pausing in tribute at McCarthyville and accompanied by a Guard of Honour from Dungarvan GAA Club. On arrival Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., led the Service of Reception. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Saturday, 22nd October, by Fr. Hassett, P.P., and afterwards Terry was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRICK (Paddy) MULHALL Keereen, Cappoquin With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Patrick (Paddy) Mulhall, Keereen, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully at University Hospital Waterford on 20th October, 2016. Paddy was well known and highly respected in the local farming community. He enjoyed socialising with friends at Keereen Bar, keeping up with local events and playing 45 card games with his friends. Large numbers came to both the removal and burial, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. May he rest in peace. Reposing at Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Thursday evening, Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of his relatives, neighbours and friends. On Friday evening Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his relatives and friends before removal took place to the Church of the Assumption, Aglish. On arrival William O’Brien provided hymns as the coffin was shouldered by his neighbours and friends into the Church, his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P. Readings during the Mass were recited by neighbours Jean Walsh and Margaret Hogan. Ann Marie O’Brien and Aglish Parish Choir provided a lovely selection of hymns and music during the Mass. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers where Paddy was laid to rest in the presence of his relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to his relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

OBITUARY KITTY (Catherine) ORGAN (nee Regan) Sarsfield Street, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford 1936-2016 It is with deep sadness and regret that we record the passing of Kitty (Catherine) Organ, of ‘Toomard’, Sarsfield Street, Abbeyside, who was called to her eternal home on Saturday, 8th October. Kitty was born on the 7th July, 1936, to Jack (John) and Cathy (Catherine) Regan of 8 St. Patrick’s Terrace. She was the middle child in a family of seven; the younger sister of Lar (Laurence), Tom (Thomas) and Sis (Mary) and the older sister of Judy, Micko (Michael) and Hank (John). Kitty suffered an early setback in life, when she caught pneumonia at just seven months old. She was nursed back to health but began suffering the affects of asthma, an affliction she would battle for the rest of her life. Kitty was educated at Abbeyside National School at the Pond, and always recalled with fondness Mrs. McCarthy’s sewing and knitting classes. Her secondary education saw her cross the bridge to Dungarvan Technical College, where her passion for baking was ignited. At the tender age of 15, Kitty Regan met Johnny Organ, and romance blossomed. After a long, steady, chaperoned relationship, the two were married in 1956, and moved into their first home. In 1957, their first and only daughter Mary was born. Over the next number of years, the couple welcomed seven sons into their family: John (Chopper), Joseph (Jos), Michael (Mickey), Anthony (Bon), David, Brendan (Benny) and Colin. However, they couple were no strangers to grief and deeply mourned the death of their son David, who sadly passed away at just eleven days old. Kitty had a great love for life. She loved baking, flower arranging, sewing, knitting, going to the cinema, playing bingo, and swapping stories with friends over a cup of tea. Kitty loved travelling and meeting people. She was a real socialite and she and Johnny were forever on the road, touring the country. In the early days they had a caravan and family holidays were a regular occurrence. Kitty and Johnny, together with their family discovered every inch of Ireland, England, Scotland and Wales. As their children outgrew these holidays, they traded in the caravan and upgraded to a campervan; taking to the road once again this time with their grandchildren filling the once vacant seats. In the mid ’80s Kitty and Johnny left their home in Murphy Place and moved to Sarsfield Street, and two years later the couple embarked on their first ever holiday without their campervan; to New York for their son’s wedding and then San Francisco to visit their other son. Kitty loved having her family around her and was delighted when all seven of her children finally set up home in Co. Waterford. In 2007, Kitty mourned the passing of her loving husband Johnny, a loss she never truly recovered from. She received great support from her family, friends, neighbours, and her home-helpers Patricia Power and Catherine Fitzgerald; and carried on living independently up until her sickness in August of this year. Kitty had and amazing singing voice and a deep-rooted love for music; especially that of the Three Tenors, Neil Diamond and Nat King Cole. She was quick witted, with a hearty laugh, and had the inability to reach the punchline of a joke without crying laughing, which is something that her friends and family will always remember. Kitty spent her last weeks being cared for by her daughter and grand-daughters at her daughter’s residence in Ballinacourty. She was surrounded by her entire family and was happy and content. In her final days, Kitty enjoyed many hours of her favourite music, singing and smiling. On Saturday morning, in the presence of her family, Kitty passed, but the memory of Neil Diamond’s “I Am, I Said”, and the smile it brought to her face, will stay in her family’s memories forever. The family would like to thank Catherine Fitzgerald, Orla and Patricia (Public Health Nurses), the Palliative Care team from Waterford Hospice Homecare, the staff of WUH, Fr. Michael Enright, Fr. Ned Hassett and her Doctor, Dr. Sinead Wright. Lying in repose at the home of her daughter Mary, private prayers for the family took place on Saturday 8th. On Sunday 9th, in the presence of a large crowd of friends, neighbours and extended family, Fr. Ned Hassett led the Rosary. On Monday 10th, Fr. Michael Enright recited prayers before removal to St. Augustine’s Church in Abbeyside. En route to the Church, Kitty paused at her family home on St. Patrick’s Terrace and her own home on Sarsfield Street, before being shouldered to the Altar by her six sons. Her remains were received by Fr. Enright, and Requiem Mass took place at 11.00 a.m. Before celebrating the Mass; her son Chopper, her son-in-law James, her daughter-in-law Claire and her grand-daughter Olga draped the Papal Cloth over her remains.

55 During the Mass, symbols representing Kitty’s life were brought to the Altar by: Maria Conroy – grand-daughter (VW Campervan – a symbol of Kitty’s love for travelling), Stephen Organ – grandson (CD – a symbol of Kitty’s love of music), Gillian Conroy – grand-daughter (Cup – symbolising Kitty’s love of her friends and their visits), Brenda Organ – grand-daughter (toy – a symbol of Kitty’s love for all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren), David Conroy-Fahey greatgrandson (a bell – a symbol of Kitty’s determination and ability to achieve), Sarah O’Callaghan – grand-daughter (pin cushion – symbolising Kitty’s love for needlework), Emmalie Conroy – great granddaughter (Bluebird – a symbol of Kitty’s love for nature), Maeve Organ – grand-daughter (radio – symbolising Kitty’s love for local news and talk shows), John Organ – grandson (catalogue – a symbol of Kitty’s love for fashion and shopping) and Daire Organ – grandson (photograph of Kitty and Johnny – a symbol of their eternal love for each other and their family). Her daughter-in-law Kate provided touching anecdotes to accompany the offerings. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by her great grand-daughter Mary Walsh and grandchildren Jeanette Organ, Clara-Jane Organ, Kieran Organ, Lauren Organ, Aine Organ and Jenna Organ. The first and second readings were read by Kitty’s son Colin and her grand-daughter Karen Conroy. Mala Raggett sang most beautifully throughout the service, and included some of Kitty’s personal favourites. The gifts of bread and wine were brought to the Altar by Kitty’s friend Marie Driscoll and Kitty’s brother Hank Regan. Fr. Enright personalised the service with personal stories and memories he had from growing up with Kitty, and following Communion Louise Conroy-Fahey paid a touching tribute to her grandmother on behalf of the family. Following the Funeral Mass, Kitty embarked on her final journey to St. Laurence’s Church in Ballinroad, where she was laid to rest and, in the presence of her loving family, friends, relatives and neighbours; reunited with her dear husband Johnny. May she rest in peace. Kitty will be sadly missed and forever in the hearts of: her daughter Mary (Conroy); her sons John, Michael, Colin, Joseph, Anthony and Brendan; her son-in-law James; her daughters-in-law Kate, Claire, Deirdre, Gena, and Aileen; brothers Hank and Micko Regan; sister Judy Power; dear friends June MacShane, Margaret Foley and Marie Driscoll; grandchildren Karen, Louise, Gillian, Maria, Sarah, Deirdre, Olga, Jenna, Emma, John, Patricia, Stephen, Jeanette, Daire, Molly, Kieran, Charlie, Clara-Jane, Aidan, Lauren, Brenda, Jack, Aine and Maeve; and her great-grandchildren Emmalie, Rian, David, Cerys, Abi, Caoimhe, Mary, Catriona, Stephanie, James, Dougie, Brooke and Kayla; her wonderful neighbours Roseanne, Anne and Dolly; her brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, November 13th, in St. Laurences’s Church, Ballinroad, at 10.00 a.m. (Funeral arrangements were by David Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time: Wisdom 11:22-12:2 - You are merciful to all because you love all that exists. 2 Thess. 1:11-2:2 The Name of Christ will be glorified in you and you in him. Luke 19:1-10 - The Son of Man has come to seek out and save what was lost. Confession and the Holy Year of Mercy: In confession, I start over, I go out to begin again. ‘We forever begin’. In confession, I turn towards God (conversion) who reaches out to me with forgiveness and healing. In confession, I meet the mercy of God and am restored to a right relationship with God and with others. In confession, God looks at the heart which seeks forgiveness. In confession, I meet the mercy of God in a deep and personal way. Ceremony to mark the closing of the Holy Door of Mercy will take place during the 12.00 noon Mass on Sunday, November 13th.The Holy Door of Mercy will close at the end of the 12.00 noon Mass on that day, November 13th. New Parish Pastoral Council: The process of forming a new Parish Pastoral Council will begin over the next few weeks. A speaker will speak at each of the weekend Masses this weekend, Oct 29th/30th, outlining the purpose of a Parish

Pastoral Council and the process involved in forming one. The leaflets which will be handed out at the end of each Mass will have a Nomination Form which you are asked to complete and return as soon as possible. Celebrations over three days in the Carmelite Monastery, Tallow, Sunday, 6th – Tuesday, 8th Nov. to mark the Canonisation of a French Carmelite Nun, St. Elizabeth of the Trinity by Pope Francis in Rome on October 16th last. Details of the celebrations are posted on the church noticeboards. Feast of All Saints and All Souls Mass Times: Bank Holiday: Monday, 31st October: 11.00 a.m. (No Vigil Mass) All Saints: Tuesday, 1st November: 11.00 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. All Souls: Wednesday, 2nd November: 9.30 a.m. and 7.30 p.m. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 0862334282.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 19 August, 2016

FARMING

Round-up … Transport Minister Ross will not be allowed to rail-road Greenways through farmers lands

Kevin Kinsella, IFA Director of Livestock, and IFA Livestock Chairman Angus Woods viewing the loading of a boat of cattle going to Turkey.

Farmers benefit from live exports as ship sails to Turkey – IFA IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said another boat load of 3,300 cattle sailed to Turkey last week, following a boat load of 1,900 cattle exported in late September. He described this as a very positive development for livestock farmers. Angus Woods said he viewed the loading of the boat, the Atlantic M with Charlois, Limousine, Simmental, Angus and Hereford cattle under 12 months of age. He said IFA worked hard to get the live export market to

Turkey opened and it is very positive to see ships moving and the benefits being returned to cattle farmers in marts all across the country. The IFA Livestock leader said the live export trade is essential for competition in the livestock sector and was never needed more at this time of low beef prices and rising cattle numbers. Angus Woods said Turkey is a major live export market and a great opportunity for the Irish livestock sector. Turkey has an import requirement for

400,000 head of live cattle annually. In 2015, Turkey imported 380,000 head of cattle from Europe and South America. “Turkey is a high volume destination, capable of paying good prices.” The IFA Livestock leader said it is expected that several more ships loads will sail to Turkey between now and Christmas. He said IFA is lobbying hard for additional ships to be cleared to add to the capacity of the trade and this is expected to happen.

Continued improvements in dairy market indicates overly conservative co-ops IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has said coops have been too conservative in setting the September milk price. He pointed to last week’s GDT 1.4% price lift, a total 11.2 points increase in the Ornua PPI since July, an 11c/l rise in returns in the last six months from the EU average dairy prices quoted weekly by the EU MMO, and spot dairy quotes exceeding €4,200 for butter and €2,100 for SMP. Mr. O’Leary said co-ops need to show greater confidence in what is a real market recovery, and plan out a price strategy that would deliver milk prices of at least 30 c/l by Spring to support their suppliers’ confidence as much as their cash flow. “Most co-ops have by now decided on their September milk price, and all of those have added just 1c/l to their pay-out, to a total of between 25.5 and

26c/l incl.VAT. This is between 1.1c/l and 0.6c/l behind the Ornua PPI for September, which is equivalent to 26.6c/l including VAT, and it is depriving farmers of a possible cash flow fillip in what is for most of them the last significant milk production month of the year,” Mr. O’Leary said. “The failure by most co-ops to deliver at least 2c/l on September milk is very disappointing. For most farmers, this is the last significant milk production month of the year, particularly in those co-ops which operate a 4/5 week cycle,” he added. “It is disappointing that co-ops, may be made complacent by a positive farming Budget 2017, and by the prospect of the Basic Payment being made to farmers, undershot what was a realistic price increase,” he said.

“Co-ops must also remember that 4,447 farmers applied for the first phase of the EU production reduction scheme – and 556 for the very much reduced second – for an overall production reduction of a little over 72m litres in Ireland alone over the October to January period. These farmers will of course weigh the pros and cons of going through with the reduction, and milk price will be the main consideration,” he said. “All co-ops must now show a little more belief in what is a sustainable recovery in global dairy markets, and plan out a milk price programme for the next few months which will ensure that farmers can return to positive margins by Spring, and normalise their cash flow situation as early as possible in 2017,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

IFA Environment Chairman Thomas Cooney has said that consultation with landowners is the only way proposed greenways will be developed. Reacting to recent comments by Transport Minister Shane Ross, he said, “The majority of farmers are simply not prepared to have their farms cut in two to accommodate a cycle track. Farmers are also genuinely concerned about the rural security, littering and loitering issues that may also emerge along these proposed paths through farmers’ lands.” Thomas Cooney has called on the Department of Transport to immediately commence a consultation with IFA and listen to the issues of farmers who are affected by proposed greenways. A programme of measures must be developed that safeguards farmers’ rights and the integrity of their holding. Concluding, he said, “After agriculture, tourism is often one of the most significant activities in rural Ireland, generating employment and sustaining economic activity. Greenways can play an integral part in maximising the tourism potential of rural Ireland. However, farmers who host such greenways must not be unduly disrupted, if they are expected to facilitate such developments.”

Beef price cuts must stop – IFA IFA President Joe Healy recently said the beef price cuts at the factories must stop as they are perpetrating serious financial losses on livestock farmers and inflicting permanent damage on the Irish beef sector. Joe Healy called on the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to immediately convene a meeting of the Beef Forum to address the income crisis situation in the beef sector. He said the excessive factory price cuts have undermined confidence in the sector. The IFA President said farmers cannot take any more losses and prices must be restored to viable levels. “Based on prices in our largest export market in Britain and taking account of the Sterling exchange rate, Irish cattle prices can rise.” He added that we are now heading into peak demand for the Christmas trade. Joe Healy said cattle prices in our main export market in Britain have increased by 41p/kg since May 1st 2016. The R3 steer price in Britain for week ended October 8th was £3.62/kg. At an exchange rate of 90p/€, this price is equivalent to €4.23/kg including VAT. Compared to the official R3 reported Irish price of €3.80/kg for Oct 8th, the British price is 43c/kg above Irish cattle prices or about €160 per head higher.

Joe Healy said IFA representatives are set to meet with factories at local level over the next few days to highlight the rising anger and concern among farmers over loss-making cattle prices. IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said Irish cattle prices have fallen from a base of €4.10/4.20/kg (Steers/Heifers) in June (pre-Brexit) to €3.65/3.75/kg. This is a reduction of 45c/kg or about €165 per head and has left beef farmers selling cattle in a serious loss-making situation. Last year, the R3 Bord Bia reported price for week ended October 10th at €4.01/kg including VAT. Angus Woods pointed out that for week ending 13/10/2016 the average EU R3 steer price was €4.06/kg including VAT and the average EU R3 beef price was €3.78/kg including VAT. Angus Woods said despite strong market demand at this time, the latest increase in weekly cattle supplies and associated price cuts to unviable levels at the factories highlights again the serious competition and marketing weaknesses in the Irish beef sector. The IFA Livestock Chairman said another shipment of live cattle set sail to Turkey again last week. He said this shipment involves 3,000 head of younger weanling stock ranging in weights from 250 to 350kgs. IFA is lobbying for another dedicated livestock vessel to be cleared to by the Department of Agriculture so as live export levels can be increased. He said several additional shipments are planned to go to Turkey before Christmas.

Essential that payments are speedy and efficient – Kennedy IFA Deputy President Richard Kennedy said the Department of Agriculture had a good hit on payments to farmers across the country last week. He said 110,500 farmers have received €722m in Basic Payments and Greening in the last few days. Richard Kennedy said that in view of the income difficulties across all of the main farming sectors this year, it is essential payments are made in a speedy and efficient manner. He said that the Department has confirmed they will continue to make payment runs twice weekly over the coming weeks. Richard Kennedy said it is very important that the Department of Agriculture deals with any problems in order to resolve and clear outstanding cases. Richard Kennedy said the Department has opened up a new telephone helpdesk which can be contacted at 076-106-4420. This helpline is open from 9.00 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. on weekdays and from 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. on Saturdays.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

George Moore, Robert Norwood of DeLaval, Jim and Tom Power, Henry O’Keeffe and Richie Scanlan.

DeLaval technology at the heart of Power family farm CAPPAGH farmer, Tom Power has scooped the prestigious title of National Dairy Council (NDC) & Kerrygold Quality Milk Award winner for 2016. The NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards is a national award programme which recognises standards of excellence in dairy farming and celebrates the top quality milk farmers in Ireland. The Power farm is located in a picturesque West Waterford valley with a backdrop of the Comeragh mountains and the Knockmealdowns. Tom is married to Moya and they have two young daughters, Ella and Chloe with Tom’s parents, Jim and Bríd also providing invaluable experience and support around the farm. Tom installed a 20 unit

DeLaval herringbone jar plant with automated cluster removers in 2004 and with regular servicing, this piece of DeLaval equipment is at the heart of his daily milking of 200 cows. Last year alone, the Power’s delivers almost 1.2million litres of milk to Glanbia. The farm consists of 124 hectares with 65 hectares used for grazing and an average herd yield of 6,200 litres. Most of the grazing platform is between 700 and 800 feet above sea level, bringing with it weather challenges many dairy farmers don’t have. Tom is the fifth generation of Powers at Drumhills farm. Tom is a huge advocate of new technologies helping maximise the potential of his farm. He has adopted an approach of gradual expansion and has enough

storage and facilities to cater for 250 cows. “The unit works well and ensures every cow is milked properly. We look after the plant servicing it routinely and it has given us 12 years of milking twice daily.We change liners three times a year and are very happy with the service. The DeLaval cluster removers are also a big advantage,” said Tom. Congratulating the Power family on their award, DeLaval district sales manager in the South East, George Moore said “DeLaval is proud to have played a part in this tremendous acknowledgement of the quality of operations on the Power family farm.Tom and his family have both milking and cooling equipment manufactured by our company. The longevity of

the equipment is enhanced by regular servicing carried out by our local dealer who provides a 24/7 service to Tom which is required on modern farms. It is the second such success for DeLaval in these awards in the last four years. Brothers, Kevin and John Walsh from just north of Dungarvan scooped the accolade of the NDC’s top dairy farmers in 2010.With the aid of DeLaval equipment, they milk 130 springcalving cows 600 feet above Dungarvan Bay at Kilnafrehan West,” said George. Clean and healthy cows are key to Tom’s success and he walks and trains heifers through the parlour every day during the build-up to calving as he feels this is imperative to reduce stress. Emphasis is placed on vac-

cinating, aiming to give as much of a head start as possible to every animal on the farm. Tom is registered with Bord Bia’s Sustainable Assurance Scheme with pro-active farm practices related to biodiversity or conservation of wildlife, to demonstrable work on soil nutrient planning or water, extending to initiatives such as rainwater harvesting.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Teagasc

Teagasc and the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Thursday, 20th October. Pictured after the signing were Professor Gerry Boyle, Teagasc Director, and Koen Verbruggen, Director of GSI, at the Teagasc Ashtown Research Centre, Dublin.

Teagasc and GSI sign MOU TEAGASC and the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) are deepening their long standing working relationship through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).The agreement was signed by Professor Gerry Boyle, Teagasc Director, and Koen Verbruggen, Director of GSI, at the Teagasc Ashtown Research Centre, Dublin, on Thursday, 20th October. Speaking at the event, Professor Boyle said:”Looking ahead, the two organisations commit to working closely together on areas of common interest, including improved under-

standing of soil chemistry, using Tellus to better understand national soil variability and the implications for farmers to reach Food Wise 2025 expansion targets.” Koen Verbruggen said: “This agreement will facilitate further development of the Soil Information System for Ireland through improved data integration between Teagasc and the GSI and improved assessment of the effect of agriculture on groundwater and surface water quality through the spatial identification of farms in high risk areas. We hope this will improve the

READER’S QUERIES Question: I joined the Young Farmers Scheme in 2015. As part of the conditions I was to have commenced the green certificate course no later than September of last year. Last week I noticed my Basic Payment hadn’t arrived so I duly contacted the DAFM. I was told that I wouldn’t receive any payment until such time as I produced proof of my educational requirements. Luckily enough I had received my level 6 certificate only last month. If I had realised this year’s payment would be dependent on the certificate I would have sent on a copy on receipt however had I not enquired, my payment would have been held up indefinitely. Seems a bit odd! Can you please advise? Answer:There seems to be a lot of ambiguity surrounding the payment of BPS payments this year with regard to participants of the Young Farmers Scheme. Some participants have been paid while more haven’t and there seems to be no consensus within the DAFM with regard to payments and queries are being handled on a case by case basis. It was always thought that commencement of a level 6 course by the end of 2015 was an entry requirement while there seems to be little clarity of a requirement for a completion date for the course. We are still waiting on a definitive answer from the DAFM however I am pleased that you had a successful outcome. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The last date for the land-spreading of FYM is Monday; October 31st. Land-spreading after this date could be costly!

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understanding of areas where there is sufficient natural attenuation potential to protect our waters.” Teagasc and the GSI have a long and productive association which goes all the way back to the production of the National Soil Survey of Ireland by An Foras Talúntais (AFT,Teagasc predecessor) in the 1980s. This has continued in recent years with sharing of data between the two organisations facilitating the production of a first national subsoils map. This was a key input to the Teagasc-led development of the national 1:250,000 scale Soils Map of Ireland.

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 24/10/’16 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 16.9 4.78 4.19 1.52 2 735

South Kilkenny 14.86 5.65 4.29 1.52 2 813

2,000 45 20

2,500 38 35

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • 49% closed to date • Spreading lime on grazing platform • 12.8 tons of grass dry matter per Ha grown so far this year • Will start feeding silage from next week on South Kilkenny • 47% closed on target • Will start feeding silage the end of this week • Empty cows will be housed this week and fed quality silage and 4kg of meal 12.6 tons of grass dry matter per HA grown so far this year

SOIL FERTILITY Soil pH and Lime: At a very informative Teagasc Soil Fertility Conference in Kilkenny last week the Irish Fertilizer Association and Teagasc launched their latest technical bulletin on Soil pH and Lime. This very useful booklet can be obtained at www.fertilizer-assoc.ie. The following are some extracts from it. Lime offtakes and losses: Soil pH is a measure of the soils acidity/alkalinity and is measured as part of a standard soil test. Soils above pH 7.0 indicate increasing alkalinity while soils below pH 7.0 indicate increasing soil acidity. The aim should be to maintain grassland soils between pH 6.0 and 6.3 while the optimum pH for tillage crops is between pH 6.5 and 7.0. Lime has to be applied on a regular basis to control soil acidity as lime is continuously leached from the soil, mainly through drainage water. The use of N fertilisers, and removals in crops and livestock also remove lime from the soil. Loss through drainage will vary from 250 to 625 kg/ha/year. Lime required to neutralise acidity produced by fertiliser N use will vary from 180 to 220 kg/ha/year per 100 kg of N applied as CAN or Urea, respectively. Offtakes by grazing animals are relatively small, estimated at 3 kg/1000 litres of milk, and 25 kg per finished beef animal. Estimated crop offtakes (grass silage or cereals) are 15 kg per tome of dry matte. High rainfall and high N use are the 2 main drivers of soil acidity on Irish soils. Maintaining the optimum soil pH has many benefits, including: • Increased biological activity of soils which increases the turnover of major nutrients (N, P, K, Mg, Ca, and S). • Makes P and K more available in the soil. • Increases earthworm activity which improves soil structure. • Provides a valuable source of calcium and /or magnesium necessary for healthy plant and animal growth. • Increased survival and productivity of ryegrass and clover. Return on investment from ground limestone Grassland: When the pH of grassland soils is maintained close to the optimum range, an increase in grass DM production of at least 1 t/ha/year can be achieved. In addition to P and K release from the soil, N supply worth up to €80 may also be achieved, boosting spring growth in particular. If this extra grass production is utilised by the grazing livestock it has the potential to reduce farm feed bills by at least €181/ha /year. One tonne of additional grass production each year over a typical 5 year liming period (5t/ha lime applied) represents a 7:1 (grass €181/t; lime €25/t) return on investment in lime, plus the potential for reducing fertiliser costs into the future. A dairy farm making a €100 investment in lime will get an annual return of approximately €725 through extra grass production. This represents a return of €7.25 for every €1 invested in lime. Tillage: Research shows an average cereal grain production response of at least 1.5 t/ha from lime alone. This is worth €225/ha of extra grain (15% moisture content) assuming a grain price of €150/t. Return on investment – maintenance lime application costing €33/ha/year enabling the production of extra grain worth at least €225/ha/year. This represents a return of €6.82 for every €1 invested in lime. Lime plan for the farm: A planned approach to liming the farm will help to

optimise production. • Quantify the total lime requirements for the next 3-5 years. • Develop a planned programme to address fields with large lime requirements. • Plan financing for lime to spread the costs over a number of years. • Identify appropriate windows of application based on weather or soil conditions. SOIL TESTING: WHAT IT DOES AND WHERE IS IT GOING Introduction: Chemical tests for soil were developed in the 1940’s to measure the amount of nutrients that plants could access. These tests were calibrated with growth trials to establish critical values at which nutrients in soil are optimised and available for uptake. Since then, there has been a body of research on phosphorus in soil describing how it interacts with other soil properties and how soil types affect P availability and soil test results. What do we measure in a soil P test? Phosphorus in soil can exist in various forms, and some of this is immediately plant available and the remaining parts make up the reserves of P that are slowly available to crops and over time. When fertilizer P is added to soil some of this can go straight to the crop and some is assimilated into the soil and can be stored in reserve until the crop demands it. Soil P availability is optimised when P reserves have been built up to an optimum value where the soil can meet crop demands. The test we use for P in soil tries to recreate the acidic environment around plant roots and simulate supply of P from soil to plant. Research has shown that soil properties can affect the soils ability to supply available P. These properties include organic matter (OM), soil pH, amounts of clay, and clay minerals such as aluminium (Al) and calcium (Ca). Clay minerals such as Al as well as soil pH can affect availability of P in soil. Soils with excessive amounts of Al can cause P lock up or P fixing to occur and P becomes available when a threshold ratio of Al to P is reached. If soil pH is low (below 6.2) the availability of P is reduced, and testing for P will need to be repeated when soil pH has been corrected first. Conversely, calcareous soils of high pH (>7) can interfere with Morgan’s reagent, and the result will overestimate available P. In peaty mineral soils where OM is > 20%, OM can prevent P from being absorbed into soil to provide reserves, in addition, high amounts of OM interferes with the efficiency of the test. Where is soil testing going? Whilst most agricultural soils in Ireland have moderate amounts of Ca, Al and OM, and are generally neutral in pH, some soils namely peaty mineral, peats, acid brown earths and some gleys have those properties that can influence P availability and have interactive effects on the P test. Identifying which fields on the farm have these properties requires more than one analysis which can make testing timeconsuming and more costly. Internationally, soil testing laboratories are looking toward including more soil properties in standard tests, in addition to developing methods that avoid chemical extraction. At Teagasc, Johnstown Castle we have established a new soil and crop sensing laboratory that is developing methods for scanning soils that give information on soil texture, OM, Al, Fe, Ca, lime requirement, in a single scan, with potential for portable analysis that can provide farmers with on-the-go testing for whole farm soil analysis.

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Mary Butler organises meeting with Minister for OPW and West Waterford farmers affected by flooding FIANNA Fáil TD for Waterford, Mary Butler TD has said that the meeting organised last week in Leinster House, for a number of farmers from West Waterford affected by flooding with the Minister for the OPW, and with responsibility for flood relief, Sean Canney TD, was positive. “Minister Canney was very supportive of our requests for greater support to stop this level of flooding happening again in the future.” “While the OPW would not agree

to dredge the River Blackwater, they did inform me of a variety of schemes that Waterford City and County Council can apply for to help alleviate the issues causing the flooding.” “I will be following this up with the CEO of the City and County Council, and will ensure that whatever supports are available are obtained as quickly as possible." “It was great to have first-hand witnesses to the devastation caused by the floods in 2015,” said Butler.

“Following our meeting with Minister Canney, we met with the Party Spokesperson on Food and Horticulture, and former President of the ICMSA, Jackie Cahill TD (Tipperary), and Spokesperson on Farming and Skills, Bobby Alyward TD (Kilkenny) to discuss the ongoing challenges that farmers in Waterford are facing on a day to day basis, and to assure them of our continued support for a strong, rural Ireland,” concluded Butler.

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Circa 108 Acres (in 2 lots) • LOT 1 – 10 year lease, Gates, Old Parish – circa 60 acres. • LOT 2 – 7 year lease, Ballinroad, Old Parish – circa 48 acres.

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Circa 21 Acres • At Scrahan, Old Parish. • Currently in grass with electricity and private water supply.

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Dungarvan Mart Report MONDAY, 24th OCTOBER, 2016 Dry Cows 1 Fr. 805 kgs made €1,120; 1 A.A. 770 kgs made €990; 1 Montbelliarde 770 kgs made €980; 1 Lim. 770 kgs made €990. Bullocks 1 Her. 792 kgs made €1,405 each;

5 Lim. 604 kgs made €1,245 each; 2 Lim. 592 kgs made €1,215 each; 2 Lim. 606 kgs made €1,185; 2 Char. 446 kgs made €910 each; 4 Her. 426 kgs made €840 each; 6 A.A. 510 kgs made €970 each. Heifers 1 Bel. Blue 580 kgs made €1,135; 1 A.A. 545 kgs made €1.045; 1 Char. 645 kgs made €1,215;

2 A.A. 520 kgs made €945. Weanling Sale this Thursday, 27th October, 2016:- Special entries for this sale - (1) 27 Bucket fed castrated Fr. Bullocks 6/8 months (2) 30 Bucket-fed Her. and Fr. Bullocks and Heifers (for local producers). Entries are now being taken for Weanling Sale on Thursday, 10th November, 2016. Tel.: 058 41611.

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Against The Odds Racing with Gordon Lord Byron AN Award Winning Documentary Film. In Aid of Pieta House and The Irish Injured Jockeys Fund, Wednesday, 16th November at 8 p.m. Tickets €15 Tickets available in: SGC Dungarvan: 058 45796 Tramore Race Course: 051382425 www.tramore-racecourse.com David Walsh office supplies Jane Casey Florist AGAINST THE ODDS Racing With Gordon Lord Byron – Irish sprinter horse, 'Gordon Lord Byron' captured the imagination and hearts of

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many. Bought as a foal and unsaleable as a yearling, the two-year old was put into training. This was a financial worry, as it was never part of the plan. He endured a serious setback early in training, but like every champion, it was his spirit that helped him soar. Gordon Lord Byron rose through the sprinting ranks, travelled the globe, gathered admirers, conquered rivals along the way and changed the lives of his owners, the Cahalan family. This is the story of Gordon Lord Byron, the horse that won against all the odds.

Crossword

October 30 – November 5 Aries March 20th – April 19th

Taurus April 20th – May 20th

Gemini ACROSS 1 The start of play in hockey (4-3) 5 The passenger compartment in an aircraft (5) 8 Vehicle company taken over by Volkswagen in 1969 (1,1,1) 9 Television personality who rose to fame in 2011 (4,5) 10 Drawn (8) 11 Pastry made in thin sheets (4) 13 Comics publisher whose history dates back to 1939 (6) 15 Ancient temple complex in Egypt (6) 17 The _ Nebula is the remains of a supernova in the constellation of Taurus (4) 18 Fashion brand formerly associated with motor racing s Formula 1 (8) 21 Pupil of Plato and tutor of Alexander the Great (9) 22 Initials of a football club and a boxing body (1,1,1) 24 An act of helping (3-2) 25 A prayer for the day (7) DOWN 1 Make _ of, tease (3) 2 That which produces an effect (5) 3 Expressed disapproval or opposition (8) 4 A transport route linking outlying areas to a main system (6) 5 Car made by South Korean company Kia (4) 6 Feature of a fortification (7) 7 A person s closest living relative (4,2,3) 10 Anagram of ALCHEMIST (2,7) 12 Derbyshire town after which a kind of tart is named (8) 14 Football club whose nickname is The Royals (7) 16 Full of frantic activity (6) 19 Acronymous name of a television show containing 9 s surname (5) 20 Out of _ , not conforming (4) 23 Towards the stern of a ship (3)

SOLUTION

May 21st – June 20th

Cancer June 21st – July 22nd

Leo July 23rd – August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd – September 22nd

Libra September 23rd – October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd – November 21st

HILE people turn to you in times of need, this week is no exception. The trouble is you have your own needs to attend to but this does not prevent others from drawing you in for support.

OU should be able to reach key objectives especially at work or in any voluntary role you undertake this week. However, people can be blind to your achievements and demand attention!

FTEN highly strung, variety is the spice of your life and without this you can feel easily dissatisfied. Your nervous system can take the brunt of health problems you’ve hidden away. HERE are some really positive trends ahead in any form of educational, training, hi-tec, or teaching matters. If travelling, re-check your arrangements.

OUR grace and charm can open many doors for you but sometimes you can base your own identity too much on how others see you. See through this for your idealism is priceless.

FTER a month when you had lower energy than you’d like and when your sensitivities were running close even to your deep surface, things begin a cycle of re-birth in your life.

EEP an eye out for someone at work spreading gossip or rumours concerning you. This kind of underhand dealing is totally against your grain but don’t take it personally.

OUR essentially reserved nature means you tend to keep your feelings hidden unless you know people well but the very folk you normally rely on could end up causing a lot of hassle.

Y Y

Capricorn

RAVEL plans, long haul or just round the corner, could be subject to delays so don’t make assumptions, ring up and check things before you set off.

OUR career aspirations are going to run at full

speed during the next month, go for it but November keep an eye on someone at home who feels 22nd – December 21st neglected.

Aquarius January 20th – February 18th

Pisces February 19th – March 19th

ORIGINALLY announced back in 2010 by DreamWorks animation, Trolls took almost six years to get to final production. We join the Trolls just as they are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their escape from the clutches of the evil Bergen’s who like to eat Trolls as they believe this is the only thing in the world that can make them happy. The Party gets very loud with lots of singing and dancing and is overheard by a nearby Bergen who captures most of the Trolls and brings them back to the king of Bergen town. Princess Poppy (Anna Kendrick) was the Troll in charge of organising the party and she feels most responsible for the captor of her friends. She enlists the help of a disgruntled Troll named Branch (Justin Timberlake). They both set out together on a journey to free the Trolls before they are eaten by the People of Bergen Town. Based on the very popular dolls of the same name, Trolls is an animated family musical comedy. The movie is packed with classics songs being performed by our colourful singing and dancing friends throughout the movie. Of course having the voices of Justin Timberlake, Gwen Stefani and Anna Kendrick in lead rolls certainly doesn’t hurt the very smooth performances, with Timberlake’s version of the Cyndi Lauper classic True Colours being the musical highlight.

The quality cast doesn’t stop there as James Corden, Russell Brand and John Cleese pitch in with some voiceovers of their own to ensure we get just the right mix of music and comedy with maybe a pinch of romance thrown in. Although this one is advertised as a family movie, I feel it is definitely more suited to children and should prove very popular with the younger ones over the coming weeks. Review by Bill Tubbritt. Rating 3.5/5.

Sagittarius

December 22nd – January 19th

Movie Reviews

HE planets move into the house of business, helping you to take important steps forward in unrolling an important project or idea especially if it involves working closely with others.

OU should now have the opportunity to bring to the surface and resolve any tricky issues between you and your partner. For the unattached, or business folk, partnerships can spring to life.

I Am Bolt WORLD PREMIERE LIVE in SGC Dungarvan Monday, 28th November at 7.30 p.m. INCLUDES unmissable footage live from the red carpet Premiere in London and exclusive interview with Usain Bolt. Usain Bolt is a globally adored icon. He is a man who defines athletics, transcends sport and embodies his homeland, a man whose signature lightning pose has become a symbol of inspiration for generations now and to come. He is a man we know from the track – his focus, his smile, his winning and now I Am Bolt lets us see the real man behind the Triple Treble Olympic Gold Medals for the very first time. Usain shares unprecedented access to himself, welcoming us into his life as an Olympic and sporting legend, best friend, teammate and son. Experience first-hand and close up what being Usain Bolt is really like - from his grueling training days with his incredible coach and sprint team, to competing on the global stage, much of which was shot by Usain himself. See how he overcomes major setbacks and challenges along the way and discover how he spends his downtime and relaxes with his true inner circle, friends and family, allowing the

directors unprecedented access into all facets of his life, both on and off the track. Hear from those closest to him – his parents, his agent, his coach, his fellow athletes and of course from the legend himself. This is the real Usain – as you have never seen before. Raw, revealing, joyful and inspiring. Prepare to smile and be surprised.

Across: 1 Face-off, 5 Cabin, 8 NSU, 9 Joey Essex, 10 Sketched, 11 Filo, 13 Marvel, 15 Karnak, 17 Crab, 18 Benetton, 21 Aristotle, 22 WBA, 24 Leg-up, 25 Collect. Down: 1 Fun, 2 Cause, 3 Objected, 4 Feeder, 5 Cee d, 6 Bastion, 7 Next of kin, 10 St Michael, 12 Bakewell, 14 Reading, 16 Hectic, 19 TOWIE, 20 Step, 23 Aft.

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Legends of Irish Folk/Rock Loudest Whisper for The Local AN exhilarating blend of folk, rock and blues with injections of Celtic folklore and mysticism. Drawing from over forty-five years of music the band perform mainly as a three piece, but for special occasions assemble a larger concert band. Or – the ultimate Loudest Whisper experience – the unique concert version of the band’s internationally acclaimed Celtic Opera “The Children of Lir” complete with string quartet, choir and narrator. Today, roots music is the preferred choice of discerning listeners from New York to New Delhi, Alberta to Addis Ababa. But the modern music lover requires something more than just traditional folk. They demand a rare blend that is three parts folk, two parts country blues and two parts melodic contemporary rock, all shaken up with a dash of

Dynamic quartet to appear at The Local

classic songwriting. For the musical connoisseur, this cocktail is known as a Loudest Whisper, and it is high time that this delicious brew was widely enjoyed worldwide. Like a fine wine, the Loudest Whisper sound has been fermenting – and is now ready for wider appraisal. Over the years, members have come and gone, each adding his or her unique flavour to classic albums like "The Children of Lir"

(1975) "Loudest Whisper" (1980), "Hard Times" (1982) and "The Collection" (1991). Little wonder, then, that rare originals of these albums command anything up to £600 among die hard collectors. Loudest Whisper, legends of Irish folk/rock, will be appearing at The Local, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on this Friday, 28th October, 2016.

Tommy Fleming in Ardmore ST. Mary’s National School, Grange Parents’ Association are delighted with the sales of tickets for Tommy Fleming, who is playing in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore on Monday, 12th December. Tommy will be returning from a tour of America in the coming weeks and makes a welcome return to Ardmore. His new album “Stories” which is due for release on the 4th of November will be on sale on the night and would make the perfect present for any Tommy fan. We would recommend that anyone interested in attending the concert buys their tickets sooner than later to avoid disappointed. Tickets can be purchased from the Post Office in Grange and in Ardmore and by contacting Nora on 0876592573 and Margaret on 087-6950077.

WORLD renowned piper and flautist, John McSherry and Mike McGoldrick, team up with fiddler extraordinaire and guitar wizard Tony Byrne to play The Local in Dungarvan,Thursday 10th November. Don’t miss this rare and unique opportunity to see this dynamic quartet who are doing a one-off Irish tour to launch McSherry’s new album, The Seven Suns. McSherry and McGoldrick have been two of the most influential figures in Irish music for the past twenty

years. Having been original founders of the great trad outfit Lunasa, they have both continued to open new ground and push the boundaries of Irish music with their various projects and ensembles. McSherry is the tour de force behind The Ollam and has also played in groundbreaking bands such as Donal Lunny’s Coolfin band, Tamalin and At First Light. McGoldrick, considered by many to be the greatest flautist of his generation, now plays with Mark Knofler and has been a member of the great

influential bands Flook and Capercaille. Donal O’Connor, also one of McSherry’s musical partner in Ulaid, having inherited his music from at least five generations of fiddle players, is the son of well known traditional musicians Gerry O’Connor and Eithne Ní Uallacháin and is con-sidered one of Ireland’s finest fiddlers. Providing the backbone of this quartet is none other than Julie Fowlis’ own guitarist, the much sought after Dublin musician,Tony Byrne.This is a gig not to be missed!

“Be My Love” – The Story of Mario Lanza comes to Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre “BE My Love” - a Tribute to the great Mario Lanza takes place in the Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre on Friday, November 4th at 8.00 p.m., with famed Irish Tenor Frank Ryan performing such Lanza classics as ‘Golden Days’, ‘Without a Song’, ‘Ave Maria’, ‘Be My Love’, ‘O Sole Mio’, and ‘Because You’re Mine’. Joining Frank, for what is sure to be a special occasion for all Mario Lanza fans, will be soprano Sarah O’Mahony and pianist Thomas Doyle. Musiclovers from Dungarvan and West Waterford are sure to relish the occasion as opportunities to experience such wonderful and topclass operatic performances are indeed quite rare, and this is certainly an occasion not to be missed. The great conductor, Arturo Toscanini described him as “the greatest tenor of the twentieth century”. In just five years, Mario Lanza went from being a 16-yearold Philadelphian truck driver to being the most “in demand” singer in the world. He had a magnificent

operatic voice but he appeared on the opera stage only twice. Instead, he was seduced by the bright lights of Hollywood and made eight record-breaking films. Movies like “That Midnight Kiss”, “The Great Caruso”, “The Toast of New Orleans” and “The Student Prince” brought his fame and his voice all around the world. Jose Carreras admitted that Mario Lanza had been his inspiration and Placido Domingo once said, “MARIO LANZA’S passion and the way his voice sounds are what made me sing opera. I actually owe my love for opera to a kid from Philadelphia.” But the strain of putting on weight to sing and then dieting to shoot the films took its inevitable toll on his health and Mario Lanza died in Italy at the tragically early age of 38. Apart from his films he left behind a wonderful catalogue of recordings and 12 Gold Discs, including; “Be my love”, “The Loveliest Night of the Year”, “Drink! Drink! Drink!”, “Because You’re Mine”, and “I’ll walk with God”.

Following his nationwide success with “I’LL WALK BESIDE YOU” – The Story of Count John McCormack and “BLAZE AWAY” – The Incredible Life of Josef Locke, famed Irish tenor Frank Ryan is joined by soprano Sarah O’Mahony and pianist Thomas Doyle to relive the enchanting but poignant

story of the life of Mario Lanza. The show, which is written and presented by Cathal McCabe (RTE), is for ONE NIGHT ONLY and is NOT TO BE MISSED! (Tickets are priced at just €12 and are available at Joe Kelly Pharmacy, The Causeway, Abbeyside, Dungarvan).

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Calendar of Events for Hallowe’en activies in Dungarvan

Friday 28th – Thursday 3rd FILM INFORMATION AND BOOKING LINE 058 45796 www.sgcdungarvan.ie O C T O B E R & B E YO N D E V E N T S – N O W B O O K I N G LEAGUE OF LEGENDS FINALS LIVE

THE CURIOUS WORLD OF HIERONYMUS BOSCH ART ON SCREEN THURSDAY, 3rd NOVEMBER, @ 8.20 p.m.

OCTOBER 29th

ON SALE!

ANASTASIA

NOVEMBER 2nd

THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS

BALLET LIVE FROM THE ROYAL BALLET ON SALE!

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ART ON SCREEN

NOVEMBER 10th

ON SALE!

REVOLUTION NEW ART FOR A NEW WORLD EXCLUSIVE! ON SALE!

NOVEMBER 15th

THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN (15A) 109 mins. D I G I TA L ! DAILY 9.10

LES CONTES D’HOFFMAN OPERA LIVE FROM THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE, LONDON ON SALE!

NOVEMBER 19th

BRIDGET JONES’ BABY (15A) 123 mins. D I G I TA L ! FRI. – TUE. 8.20

CHRISTMAS WITH ANDRE RIEU LIVE ON SCREEN FROM ROYAL OPERA HOUSE, LONDON ON SALE!

NOVEMBER 22nd

JACK REACHER: NEVER GO BACK (118 mins.)

THE CHERRY ORCHARD

D I G I TA L ! FRI. – MON. 6.40, 9.00; TUE. – THUR. 6.40

STAGE RUSSIA HD SEASON EXCLUSIVE! ON SALE! NOVEMBER 28th

I AM BOLT

INFERNO (12A) 122 mins.

USAIN BOLT MOVIE WITH LIVE RED CARPET BROADCAST ON SALE!

D I G I TA L ! DAILY 6.25

THE NUTCRACKER

DECEMBER 8th

TROLLS (G) 94 mins. 2D: DAILY 12.10, 2.15, 4.20

BALLET LIVE FROM THE ROYAL BALLET ON SALE! DECEMBER 15th

NO MAN’S LAND NT LIVE PRESENTATION

DECEMBER 31st

STORKS (G) 87 mins.

ON SALE!

D I G I TA L ! DAILY 12.20, 2.40, 4.40

BERLINER PHILHARMONIKER NEW YEAR’S EVE CONCERT LIVE ON SALE!

JANUARY 11th

THE TEMPEST

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS PART 2 (12A) 130 mins.

LIVE FROM ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY ON SALE! JANUARY 12th

D I G I TA L ! SAT., SUN. 3.00

ANNA KARENINA STAGE RUSSIA HD SEASON EXCLUSIVE! ON SALE!

JANUARY 31st

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(12A) 109 mins. D I G I TA L ! OPENING TUE. 1st, WED. 2nd & THUR. 3rd @ 9.00 p.m.

THE CURIOUS WORLD OF HIERONYMUS BOSCH

NOVEMBER 3rd

S E V E N DAY K I D S ’ C L U B

IL TROVATORE OPERA LIVE FROM THE ROYAL OPERA HOUSE, LONDON ON SALE!

NINE LIVES DAILY 12.00

LEAGUE OF LEGENDS FINALS LIVE SATURDAY, 29th OCTOBER, @ 23.45

2D: TROLLS DAILY 12.10

DOCTOR STRANGE (12A) 115 mins. 3D: FRI., MON., TUE. 3.00, 5.40; SAT., SUN. 5.40; WED., THUR. 2.00, 4.30 2D: DAILY 1.20, 3.50, 6.20, 8.50

2D: STORKS

ANASTASIA

N O T U E S DAY E L E V E N S E S THIS WEEK!

DAILY 12.20

BALLET LIVE FROM THE ROYAL BALLET WEDNESDAY, 2nd NOVEMBER, @ 7.15 p.m.

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THE Dungarvan Tourist Office has co-ordinated a Hallowe’en Calendar of Events for 2016. Events are open to the public and will take place from Friday, 21st October, right through the Mid Term Break. TOURIST OFFICE Dungarvan Witch Hunt: Friday, 21st October – Saturday, 5th November. Collect your entry forms from Dungarvan Tourist Office; find the witches in the shop windows and return completed forms. The first correct entry drawn will receive a €20 Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber Voucher. ANCHOR BAR Hallowe’en Fancy Dress & Music on Friday, 28th October! MOORINGS Oktoberfest/Hallowe’en Weekend in Heated Garden! Special Beer Jug Offers! Hallowe’en Cocktails & Games! Horror Movies on the Big Screen and Live DJ Friday, 28th - Sunday, 30th October! Dungarvan Shopping Centre will host Beat 102-103 on Monday, 31st October, Face Painting and Hallowe’en Games and Lots More! THE PARK HOTEL Special Weekend Deals for Mid-Term Break, kids Club each evening 5.30-9.30 p.m. offering lots of spooky activities including: Creepy Witches Walk around the Gardens, Pumpkin Carving Demos & lots more! (Residents Only). Leisure Centre Hallowe’en Camp, 10.30 a.m. -1.30 p.m., Tuesday 1st – Friday, 4th November, Swimming Pool Activities, Art, Crafts & Games Cost €35 per Child – Booking Essential, Tel: 058 -42902. CLONEA LEISURE CENTRE Hallowe’en Fun Camp from Tuesday, 1st November to Friday, 4th November, Swimming Lessons, Bowling, Play- loft Games & Fancy Dress! Competition. 11.00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., €80 per Child-

Limited Spaces. Hot Lunches & Treats Daily, Tel: 058 – 41918. SUIR VALLEY RAILWAY SPOOKY EXPRESS Get into the Spirit of Halloween Times: Saturday, 29th October, at 5.15 p.m., 6.00 p.m., 7.30 p.m., 8.15 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Ticket Prices: Adults - €13, Children under 16 - €10. Telephone: 051 384058 or Email: info@wsvrailway.ie Dungarvan Library hosts Hallowe’en Spooky Storytime! Saturday, 22nd October, at 11.00 a.m. – Fancy dress Optional! Waterford County Museum is offering a Hallowe’en Hunt! Find the creepy object hidden in the cases,Witch Making, Colouring, Puzzles and lots more, Friday, 28th October, and Tuesday, 1st November, to Friday, 4th November, – 10:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. (All children to be accompanied by an adult). Dungarvan Town Hall Theatre - Dungarvan Take Bow productions presents: Murder Afoot – A murder mystery play set in 1936 London! Wednesday 26th – Saturday, 29th October. Tickets: €12 from the Wine Buff. Tiffany’s Bistro & Restaurant Hallowe’en Bank Holiday weekend! Special Kids meals - €6.50. Angry Bird Chicken Nuggets, Bloody Juicy Junior Burger, Witch Fingers & Demonic Spaghetti and lots more! Angry Bird Special Hallowe’en menu! 2 Courses €17, 3 Courses €20 5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Hallowe;en theme decor and staff dressed accordingly! LAWLORS HOTEL Saturday, 29th October, Traditional Music. Other live music and events will be occurring throughout Dungarvan on the Bank Holiday weekend. Contact Dungarvan Tourist Office, Main Street, for more details 058 41741.

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Interesting auction this Friday A SMALL auction of a choice number of items will take place this Friday evening, 28th October, at 7.30 p.m. in Lawlors Hotel in aid of the heating expenses of the Carmelite Monastery in Tallow. This is not an event which will go on all night and should be concluded in brisk fashion by auctioneer, Brian Gleeson of Ardmore. A number of very attractive, interesting and useful items will go under the hammer and should prove to be highly popular with those present. Among the items which the Carmelite Sisters are offering will be some very attractive original paintings which were executed by the late Sr. Ruth, R.I.P., as well as some of her art equipment. Also listed on a very interesting catalogue are some sturdy items of garden furniture; a number of easels, household items including stools and

chairs, a selection of books on a wide variety of subjects, a beautiful compact writing desk that would grace any room; several lecterns and a number of beautiful wood carvings by James O’Halloran from Youghal. Also included will be a beautiful brass Sanctuary gate which should attract a great deal of attention and a number of bidders for what is a very antique item. Bidding will be brisk under the supervision of Auctioneer, Brian Gleeson and there is no doubt that a great many of the items on offer will find good homes. Proceeds of sale will contribute to the heating expenses of the Monastery. The Sisters take this opportunity of expressing their prayerful gratitude for the friendship and loyal support of their benefactors and the public over the years. “May you be blessed.”

Pictured above with some of the items which will be auctioned this Friday evening in Lawlors Hotel in aid of the Carmelite Sisters heating expenses are from left: Sr. Marie Therese, Sr. Elizabeth and Sr. Patrice.

Michael Casey launches self-penned album to acclaim AT a very pleasant and enjoyable recital last Friday night in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland, local musician and composer, Michael Casey launched a new collection of self-penned melodies entitled ‘Original Reflective Instrumentals’ to the approval of the large audience who turned out to hear one of the

most proficient and long serving musicians in the district. The evening concert in two parts featured the eight new numbers in the first half, played by composer, Michael Casey with fellow musicians Johnny Young, Peter Hayes and Pat Glasheen. MC, Margaret Dennehy introduced

and spoke about the various compositions and what inspired them. The magnificent collection of restful music, suitable for calming the soul in turmoil, was composed over a period of ‘a couple of years’, with the tune which inspired it all dating back a full seventeen years since he first committed

the notes to the music sheet. That piece was a tribute to his wife Geraldine’s nephew who passed away suddenly at the age of two. After that first tune, it took Michael another twelve years to return to composition and, inspired by his three decades playing with the Friary Choir, he composed sacred music

Pictured at the launch of Michael Casey’s CD of ‘Original Reflective Instrumentals’, a collection of melodies which he wrote himself are from left: Johnny Young, Kathleen Keane, Mary Kiely, Peter Hayes, Michael Drummey, Pat Glasheen, Susie Keane, Ann Moore and Michael Casey.

suitable for a full Mass. This too was very warmly received and Michael still sits in with the Choir on special occasions. Michael Casey is no stranger to the stages in West Dungarvan and Waterford, having played for concerts, musicals and light operas with groups in Dungarvan, Ballyduff, Lismore and other venues over many years. As well as the elaborate productions in the three towns, Michael also contributed his musical talents to the Dungarvan Youth Club’s Opportunity Knocks and for several shows in the famous Tops of the Déise. Michael was very pleased and quite proud of the number who turned out for Friday’s event. “I was stunned actually by the turnout,” he said, and well he might be pleased at the full attendance in St. Mary’s, which is fast becoming a favourite venue for recitals and concerts. So, what was his inspiration for the collection? “I had written a number of pieces over the years,” says Michael, “and I decided that as I liked them, maybe the music

loving public would like them too.” In that respect he was on the mark, to judge by the warm and enthusiastic reception which his work received last Friday night by a discerning and music loving audience. Michael recorded the tunes in the solitude of his own virtual studio. He called on the talents of Johnny Young and his guitar for one track and the collection was mixed and mastered at Claycastle Studios, Youghal. During the second half of the concert, Michael and his guest musicians and five singers Kathleen Keane, Mary Kiely, Michael Drummey and Susie Keane gave a robust medley of popular hits from the decades. These drew a lively reaction from the audience who sang, clapped, swayed and occasionally were tempted to rise to their feet, the better to enjoy and respond to well known hits which were very professionally delivered. The talented group of nine gave a resounding performance to bring a great night to a close. The CD will be available soon at the Wine Buff at €10.

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BALLYGUNNER ACHIEVES THIRD THREE IN-A-ROW SENIOR TITLES

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Lismore's Maurice Shanahan in possession against Modeligo's Sean Hennessy and Thomas Walsh during the Comeragh Oil sponsored Western Intermediate hurling final in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Register Wednesday, November 2nd for the 22nd Annual Forde’s Daybreak Winter League WEDNESDAY, November 2nd sees the registration take place for the 2016/17 23rd Annual Forde's Daybreak Winter League which will be run over 14 weeks and organised by West Waterford athletic club. The event for those few who are not familiar with it caters for all types of runners and especially for those that have never ran before, we provide plenty of advice and encouragement so please don’t feel that you might be the only person trying it for the first time as guaranteed there will be many coming along again this year for the very first time just like you. There are two distances to choose from and they are commonly known as the long route 5.4 miles and the short route 2.3.miles. Come along on the night and register for whichever route you wish to do. Please bear in mind that you are not stuck with the course you choose at the start, if you wish to change after a while then you may do so. We will be available to answer any questions you may have tonight or any other night. There is no official run on registration night, however many people do run the course but there will be no stewards on the course until round 1 which is the official start of the league. If you can’t register on registra-

tion night, you can do so the following week or any other night but we do urge as many as possible to come along and register in order to speed up proceedings for the following week. Your cooperation with this matter is much appreciated. ONCE-OFF REGISTRATION FEE OF €5 When you register, there will be a fee of €5 to cover the cost of the waterproof number and timing chip attached. This number and chip will be issued to you and you only and it will be your number for the duration of the 14 week league so it’s most important that you have it and wear it every Wednesday night, please pin it to the front of your bib only. This is a once-off fee, payable on the night you get your number and then after that it will be just €2 each night that you run for members and €3 for non-members. Last year we introduced a once off payment for the entire league and this was taken up by half of all winter league runners who save themselves some money by doing so. For club members you can pay €30 (this includes the €5 once-off number payment) and for non members you can pay a once off payment of €40 which also includes the €5 number payment charge.

FORDE'S DAYBREAK WINTER LEAGUE TEAM COMPETITION Also proving very popular at the winter league is the team competition which was introduced three years ago. There has been really great interest in this element of the league and a great number of teams competing. Teams again this year will be comprised of three members and can be all male, all female or mixed. The scoring will be based on the positions of the two best placed members on the team on each night of the league from the normal winter league results. There is no extra charge to register a team. Once you are registered for the winter league, you will be eligible to go on a team. All members of the team need to be registered to run the same course in the league. Anyone who is interested in going on a team, but is new to the league or doesn’t know people to go on a team with, can leave their name and we will help to find a team for them. All teams must be registered before week 5 of the league (i.e. before 30th November 2016). Details of how register your team will be provided at the Winter League.

Running Quote THE most important day in any running programme is rest. Rest days give your muscles time to recover so you can run again. Your muscles build in strength as you rest.

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Pictured is Ray Burke during the beautiful Valentia half marathon recently.

WELL done last Sunday to club member Mick Concannon who ran 3.56 in the Avondale Wicklow Hospice Marathon over a road and forest trail course.

County Masters Cross Country - November 9th THE County Masters Cross Country championships will be held on Sunday, November 9th at St. Augustine's College with a 12 noon starting time. MUNSTER MASTERS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS SET FOR ST. AUGUSTINE'S COLLEGE The Munster Juvenile Inter-Club Relays and Masters Cross Country Championships have been announced for St. Augustine's College Dungarvan on Sunday, 20th November, 2016. First race commences at 11.30 am. The club will be entering both a men's and ladies masters team here so any member wishing to take part is asked to contact Cross Country co-ordinator Ray Hahesy 0872337969 A.S.A.P. No entries will be accepted on the day of race.

Record number of athletes from West Waterford AC to run Sunday’s Dublin City Marathon 1916-2016.......100 years........100 marathon runners THE Dublin Cty Marathon is almost upon us and it's now official that West Waterford AC will have the largest club representation on this special marathon day next Sunday, we are indeed the largest club representation ever in the 37 year history of the race, what an achievement for us. All the months and months of miles are now ran and stowed away in the legs. What started as a germ of an idea took on legs of its own very quickly and from our weekly training sessions to organised group long runs it seems at times that the entire town has spent the summer running and preparing for this event. This will be an historic day for West Waterford AC and one that may not be repeated for another

100 years. To capture the moment we will be taking a group photograph at the GPO on the morning of the race at 7.30 p.m. Many local charities and groups benefit from our road races and this event is no different. As a club this is a huge opportunity for us to raise some much needed funds for a local and national charity. We have chosen the Solas Centre (Dungarvan) and Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin and all funds raised will go directly to the charity of the athletes choice. Very little more needs to be said about next Sunday only to wish the very best of luck to each and every club member on the day. The Irish National Marathon championship will be held in conjunction with the race, and of

course the club’s Annual Paddy Joe Delaney memorial shield will be awarded to the first West Waterford Athlete to finish the championship race. All athletes should by now have received your acceptance slip by e-mail, print it off and bring it with you to registration in the Main Hall of the RDS where you will pick up your race number. Finally, remember the race starts at 20. Good luck to one and all. There's no feeling better than the feeling that one will experience when coming into the finish line of the marathon, enjoy the occasion you have a lot of work put in and you deserve to do well. Rest and eat well and of course plenty of sleep, see you all at the GPO for 7.30 am sharp Sunday.

Silver for Kate Veale at Munster Under 23 Cross Country Championships

WEST Waterford Athletic Club extends sincere sympathy to the families and friends of Teresa Drummy, Ballinagoul, Ring and Terry Lyons, McCarthy Ville, Abbeyside who passed to their eternal rewards last week. May they rest in peace.

Another Marathon completed for Mick Concannon

Pictured are the West Waterford AC 3.30 marathon group before heading out on their final long run last Sunday. Back row l-r: Ted O'Leary, Paul Brunnock, Garret Pope, Gerry O'Connor, Kevin Casey, Joe Barry, Cathal Gleeson, Mush Keane and Jody Hallinan. Front row l-r: Mark Cliffe, Sandra Prendergast, Ann Dunford, Laura Flavin, Liam Kavanagh and Paul Lenihan.

Pictured is Mick Concannon who ran the 3.56 in the Avondale Wicklow Hospice Marathon over a road and forest trail course last Saturtday.

THE first round of the Munster cross country championships were held last Sunday in Carrig Na bhFear, Co. Cork and there was some success for the club, in the juvenile it was the even ages and one of the largest contingents ever from the club travelled with some really brilliant performances resulting in many medals being brought back home, (full report in juvenile notes). In the novice and under 23 we had three athlete running. In the Ladies under 23 there was a welcome return to cross country running for Kate Veale who finished a brilliant second taking silver behind Shona Heaslip of Riocht AC Kerry. Shona is a first cousin of our own Johnny O’Connor. It was great to see Kate back mixing it at this level and she can take great positivity from that run today. Damien Murphy had a powerful run in the Novice men's also and was really unlucky not to get an individual medal as he finished in 4th place after sharing the lead for much of the race and at one stage looked like opening a winning gap on the pack of eight, nonetheless a very positive run from Damien with only a few seconds separating the top four or five athletes, Damien did lead the Waterford county team to bronze county medals in the inter county competition. Mossie Keogh also ran finishing in a top 30 position and in the top quarter of the field. Well done to all.

Kate Veale coming into finish the Munster Novice and under 23 cross country championships in Carrag Na bhFear Co. Cork last Sunday. Kate took 2nd place for silver in the under 23.

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John Treacy Dungarvan 10 mile Training NOW that you have entered and the race is completely full, we are starting specific race training on Tuesday, 8th November for the clubs big February date, The John Treacy Dungarvan 10. For the winter months we will be moving our base back to The Park Hotel. Training will continue on Tuesday nights at 6.30 pm not Friday nights which was the case last winter. We will continue to offer a coached session on a Tuesday evening, weekly training plans and online support via our dedicated club Facebook groups. This is only available to those who attend training regularly and are club members. There are huge advantages to training with a club: 1. Athletics clubs offer coaching and camaraderie and can help you reach your training goals 2. Training with a group of like minded individuals makes training easier and more enjoyable 3. If you run with a group and follow the club training plan you will become a better runner 4. Consistent training with the club will bring the rewards of improved performances 5. It will improve your social life as well as your running life If you cannot commit to training every Tuesday night we have introduced a new option for 10 mile training this year. Club members can now avail of the 13 week club training plan and have access to online support and club workouts for a reduced fee of €50. A third option of Individual Training plans, for the 10 mile race or another goal race, and /or coaching support is also available at a reduced rate for club members. Contact Irene for further details. Club training is open to all club members and costs a nominal €3 per week. There will be no club training on Tuesday, 1st November.

Damien Murphy battles for the line after he ran a brilliant race to finish 4th overall at the Munster Novice and under 23 cross country championships in Carrag Na bhFear, Co. Cork last Sunday.

ADULTS Well done to Noelle Feeney, Joanne Kelly, Bridget Fuller Buckley, Laura Roche, Ann O'Sullivan, Carrie Wood, Deirdre O'Donnell, Helen Forde, Catherine Houlihan and Mary Landers whom recently ran the Cork Womens Mini Marathon in aid of Temple Street Children’s University Hospital and raised € 493.90, a fantastic day out was had by all. After a short break we are now back and our next outing will be the Brickeys 5K on Sunday 6th. JUVENILES We are back training for the Winter, Training is as follows, Tuesdays 5.006.00 - Cappoquin Community Centre and Thursdays 5.00-6.00 for Junior Infants to 2nd Class, 6.00-7.00 for 3rd Class upwards. THE FIREFLY IRELAND’S FASTEST FEET ATHLETICS INITIATIVE IS COMING TO WEST WATERFORD! We are on the search for the speediest boys and girls in Ireland! All seven and eight year olds are encouraged to come along to the Blackwater Community School, Lismore on Friday, 4th November, at 4.00 p.m. and see how fast your legs can move! Blackwater AC are kindly hosting the West Waterford trials of The Fastest Feet Nationwide search for Ireland’s fastest kids! We are calling on all schools, sports clubs and parents to encourage your children to experience something energetic and different. We want to introduce your kids and pupils to the fun and excitement of running through speed gates whilst being cheered on by their peers, teachers and coaches! We are taking this search nationwide to fire up young kids and get them excited about running and athletics! At each testing venue we will select Ireland’s fastest feet and the semi-finalists will all be invited to an indoor development meet in the Athlone AIT arena where they will get a chance to experience the thrill or running on an indoor track in front of

a packed crowd and rub shoulders with some of Ireland’s top track and field athletes. The winners of the girls and boys finals in Athlone will be flown to New York along with a parent. Here the lucky boy and girl will be hosted by legendary runner and Irish mile record holder Ray Flynn. The highlight of their trip to New York will be a chance to run against the fastest boys and girls in New York City at the Millrose Games. This is the 110th year of the most prestigious indoor track meet on the calendar. Otherwise known as the Indoor Olympics, the meet showcases superstars of athletics, Olympic medallists, World Champions and record holders. Last year’s winners, Darragh Fahy and Cait O’Reilly were crowned Ireland’s Fastest Feet and experienced the opportunity of a lifetime by getting to compete at the historic Millrose

Games. The Irish legacy at this meet is quite significant – our own Eamonn Coughlan won the famed indoor Wanamaker mile race seven times, while Marcus O’Sullivan, Ronnie Delaney, Niall Bruton and Mark Carroll have also earned the title on several occasions. This initiative’s greater aim is to inspire kids to get involved in athletics, experience the joy of one of the most fundamental and accessible sports and eventually aim to become some of the future Irish stars of track and field. To be eligible to participate, the child must be under 9 on the 11th of February 2017. The journey starts here! So come along to the Blackwater Community School, Lismore on Friday, 4th November, from 4.00 p.m. and be part of an experience that could transform your child’s life!

Blackwater Athletic Club MIni marathon group.

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Pictured are Margaret Hearne and Eddie Doran after they had completed the recent Amsterdam Marathon.

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23rd Annual Murray’s Pharmacy Brickey 4 in aid of Glenbeg Primary School BUSHY Park GAA grounds is the venue for the 23rd Annual Brickey Run. Again this year we are delighted to announce that Murray's Pharmacy, Dungarvan are to continue on with their sponsorship of the race we sincerely thank Elizabeth and all at Murray’s Pharmacy for this kind gesture. The proceeds from this year's race will be donated to Glenbeg national school. The race distance will be over a very flat fast 5k loop around the Brickey valley starting and finishing at Bushy Park GAA grounds. The race will get underway at 11 am with registration taking place from 10.15 onwards in the GAA clubhouse Bushy Park. The Martin Curran Cup will be awarded to the first man on the day and the Jim Lyons Memorial Shield will be awarded to the first lady. The prize-giving will take place in the club house im-

mediately after the race and refreshments will also be provided for all the runners. Entry fee is €8. Proceeds from the event this year will be donated to Glenbeg Primary School. MICHAEL ROCHE CARPETS SERIES - RACE 2 SERT TO BENEFIT FROM PADDY JOE CURRAN MEMORIAL TURKEY TROT On Sunday, November 27th the 8th Annual Paddy Joe Curran Old Parish Turkey Trot 5 mile run and 4 mile walk will take place at the Marine Bar, Pulla, Dungarvan. All proceeds from this year's event will go to SERT South East Radiotherapy Trust. The 4 mile walk will begin at 11 am, while the 5 mile run will get under way at 12 noon. If you would like further information or would like a sponsorship card for the event contact Padraig on 0861054012 or email oldparishturkeytrot@hotmail.com.

Munster Individual medal for Rebecca Walshe THE first round of the Munster Cross Country Championships went ahead on a very well laid out course in Carraig na bhFear, Cork. KCK had a small but strong team present and came away with some precious Munster medals. The day opened with the girls u-10 race and KCK had a full quartet racing. Rebecca Walshe ran a very impressive race as she led home the team in an excellent 8th place. With the top 12 athletes in each race awarded medals, Rebecca ensured a place on the medal table with a very decisive display. Next home for the club was Roisin Power in a very strong 14th position. Roisin ran a very strong race and was agonisingly just meters off her own individual medal. Aine Fitzgerald and Rebecca Murray both finished strongly to round of a very good team performance from the girls who finished 6th overall in the team section. Rebecca, Roisin and Aine were also the first three girls home for Waterford with the county finishing 5th in the inter-county section. SENAN DEVINE SECURES COUNTY MEDAL In the boys u-10 race, Senan Devine flew the flag for KCK as he toed the line in the 1000m race alongside 160 other athletes. Racing out of his age, Senan put in a mighty display to secure 19th place. This was a very impressive result from the young ath-

lete, who will be in contention once more in the U-9 race in a couple of weeks time. Senan was 5th home for the county, which took third place in the inter county competition meaning that Senan took home his own Munster medal. In the girl’s race, the KCK trio of Ciara Power, Kaileigh Cass and Hannah McGrath took to the start line with over 150 other girls. Ciara Power led the girl's home in a strong 39th place, followed home by Kaileigh and Hannah, who both registered good results. Waterford finished 4th place in the inter county section here with both Ciara and Kaileigh both scoring members. In the boy's equivalent, Colm Barry was the club's sole representative and did very well. Colm was the second finisher for Waterford overall. At u-14 level, Helina Barry and Aisling Power went in the girl's race. Both girls battled to the line with a Helina home in a well placed 27th. She was second finisher for Waterford with the county finishing 4th place in the inter county battle. Aisling Power gave a good account of herself, finishing very strongly over the final stages. COUNTY MEDAL FOR KYLE Kyle Walsh was our last athlete in action and despite having missed the last few weeks of training put in a real battling display crossing the line in

30th place. He was the fourth finisher for the county which took the bronze medals in the inter county competition, with Kyle taking home one of these medals and qualifying himself for the All Ireland championships. COUNTY JUVENILE B AND MASTERS FIXTURE November 6th is the set date for the County Juvenile B championships. There will be races for boys and girls u-9, u-11, u-13 and u-15. While the county masters A Championships go ahead at the same event. This has an 11 am start time. This event is open to athletes who did not win an individual medal or a team gold medal in the county A championships. FURTHER FIXTURES November 6th: County Juvenile B and Masters A Cross Country Championships. November 13th: Munster Cross Country Championships Day 2: Limerick Racecourse. November 20th: Munster Juvenile Inter club relays and Masters Cross Country Championships: St. Augustine's College. November 27th: All-Ireland Juvenile Even Age & Inter-Club Cross Country Championships: Abbotstown, Dublin. December 4th: Munster Juvenile B and Intermediate Cross Country Championships: Clarecastle, Co. Clare.

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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 ANOTHER busy week at the Club as members and visitors alike took advantage of the fine weather. The Monday Seniors remains as popular as ever and we welcomed the Dunmore East Ladies to the Club. But it was another regular lady visitor that took the honours as Phil Sheehan from East Cork shot a great 40 pts. Other notable scores during the week included Marian Walshe, Pat Breen, Pat Norris and Johnny Carroll. But my golfer of the week award is an obvious one and goes to Padraig Harrington. Ireland’s greatest ever sportsman proved his doubters wrong again with his fantastic victory in Portugal. Many of you will know that Padraig has sponsored many Junior tournaments over the years at Dungarvan. Indeed, two of our Juniors Jack Mullaney and Michael Maher got to meet Padraig at his house as a result of winning one of his tournaments. Many members have met with Padraig and one of his greatest supporters Vincent Hayes was chuffed with the latest victory, his 30th in a distinguished career. Our PGA Pro David Hayes has already passed onto Padraig our sincerest congrats from the members. In other news the Mens Club AGM took place last Wednesday. We welcome Captain Declan Walsh into his new role and we wish Declan and his committee the best of luck in the coming years. Outgoing Captain Jim Kiersey passed the reins and we would like to thank Jim and his committee for their efforts in the past year. Jim proved to be a popular and capable Officer and he enjoyed his year in office. Last Friday we held a fun table quiz at the club. A great night was had by all and we thank the Social committee for their efforts. Well done to our organiser Frances Millerick who kept us amused with her witty comments and to Donal Williams for providing the questions.

Our Social committee are planning another night out on Friday, 25th Nov., to Kilcohan Park for a night at the Dogs. This night proved very popular last year so book your place on a bus early to avoid disappointment. Bank of Ireland held a business Expo last weekend at the Sports Centre and our duel stand of Dungarvan Golf Club and David Hayes Golf attracted much interest. Even the legendary Marty Morrissey called by and was quickly nabbed for a photo by Christine and Colette. It was a highly entertaining and successful Expo and thanks is due to Lady Captain Christine Captain Delcan, Vice Captain Colette, Ex Captain Jim, Hon. Secretary Marian and David for manning the stands and promoting our Club. The winner of our draw at the event for greenfees was Sara Donnelly from Glenbeg National School. Special mention goes to our Vice Captain Sean who created a wonderful slideshow of our Club that played continuously during the Expo. The Club offers its condolences to Paul Flynn and his family on the sudden passing of Paul’s father Pat. Paul is a fantastic supporter of Dungarvan Golf Club and often plays here as well as helping us with our Drive for Dough. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. Finally, it was great to see the lefthand legend Tony Power returning to the course after his recent injury. We know you will be back to your best form soon. SOUTH EAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE NEWS Results from outing held at Dungarvan Golf Club on Sunday, October 23rd 1st Des Cleary (13) West Waterford 43 pts; 2nd Dick Lonergan (18) Carrick on Suir 40 pts; 3rd Billy Kennedy (20) Carrick on Suir 38 pts B 9; 4th Peter Brennan (12) Clonmel 38 pts; 5th Stephan Spillane (9) West Waterford 37 pts Back 9 Morgan Doyle (14) Kilkenny 20 pts

LISMORE GOLF CLUB Phone 058-54026. lismoregolfclub@eircom.net

www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday, 22nd Sunday, 23rd October 18 hls Singles Stableford Sponsored By: Councillor Declan Doocey 1st John Whelan (9) 39 pts; 2nd Tony Hennebry (23) 38 pts;

3rd Ted O’Leary (9) 37 pts C.S.S. Saturday 36 pts Sunday 35 pts FIXTURES Thursday, 27th October at 10.30 am over 60s golf craic and brack. Saturday, 29th Sunday, 30th 18 Hole Singles Stableford

Next Outing Sunday November 13th in Kilkenny Golf Club, Sunday November 20th in West Waterford Golf Club ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS The annual subscription rates for next season due for payment on the 1st October were recently emailed to all members. If you were not in receipt of an email please contact Irene Lynch Secretary/Manager on dungarvangc@eircom.net or 05843310 with your up to date email address or with any queries you may have. We thank members for making payments already and for confirming Standing Order participation. Thank you for your continued support. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town), Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only. Contact Irene Lynch Secretary / Manager on 058-43310 or dungarvangc-@eircom.net if you require further information or assistance. LADIES RESULTS Tues. Home Alliance 11/10/16: 1 Bridget Aherne (16) 39, 2nd Maria Ryan (21) 35, 2 1st Maeve Fitzgerald (25) 38, 2nd Ann Stack (28) 36, 3 1st Marian Walshe (34) 32, 2nd Colette Power (30) 31. Sat. Home Alliance: 4 1 June James (20) 30 pts, Cat. 5 Mary Phelan (23) 28 pts. Tues 18th Singles: 1st Mary Power (16) 36 pts, 2nd Marie Veale (32) 36 pts, 3rd Marian Walshe (34) 36 pts, 4th Theresa Keane (24) 36 pts. CSS 74. Fri. 21st/Sat. 22nd Singles S/F: 1 Marian Walshe (34) 40, 2 Mary Power (16) 38, 3 Ann Stack (28) 38 pts.CSS 21st 72, CSS 22nd 74. LADIES FIXTURES Mon 24 Oct Open Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F; Tue 25 Oct Ladies Singles S/F; Fri 28 Oct Open Ladies Singles S/F; Sat 29 Oct Open Ladies Singles S/F; Mon 31 Oct Open Ladies Singles S/F. GENTS RESULTS Open Seniors 17th October 1st Phil Sheehan (East Cork GC) (17) 40 pts, 2nd Rory Fitzgerald (6) 38 pts, 3rd Pat Curran (14) 38 pts CSS 71. Thurs 20th Oct Open Singles:

Our Captain’s Dinner will be on the 4th November in the Clubhouse and you are most welcome to attend. It’s our chance to thank our very generous sponsors and to have a rare social. Tickets at €15 are way too cheap as it’s always a great night with the food being the winner on the night by a whisker from the company. The men’s AGM will be held in the Clubhouse on Monday, 7th November at 8 pm. All members are requested to attend this very important meeting. STORY OF THE WEEK The result of the over 60s on Thursday - Chrissie Denn, Margaret Troy, Dom Spillane 22.5. Councillor Declan Doocey sponsored this weekend and his first place prize stayed in Lismore. John Whelan signed for an excellent 39 points on Saturday going out in 20

Dungarvan Golf Club ladies 18 Hole Stableford kindly sponsored by Hype Hair. Bridger Aherne, Lady Captain presenting 4th prize to Theresa Keane. Missing from photo Breda McCarthy 1st. [Pat Crowley] 1st Pat Norris (17) 42 pts, 2nd Michael Hanrahan (11) (East Cork GC) 41pts, Best Gross Alan Thomas (+1) 39 pts gross, 3rd John G Moloney (10) 40 pts, 4th Diarmuid O’Neill (5) 39 pts, CSS 71. Sat. 22nd 1st Pat Breen (14) 41, 2 Alan Thomas (+1) 39, 3 Graham Nagle (5) 38, 4 Daniel Raher (6) 38. CSS 37. Sun. 23rd Singles S/F: 1 Johnny Carroll (6) 43, 2 Paddy Cunningham (19) 39, 3 Ml O’Brien (12) 38, 4 Mossie McNamara (21) 36, 5 Barry Morrissey Jnr (11) 36. GENTS FIXTURES Thu 27 Oct Open Gents Singles S/F; Fri 28 Oct Open Gents Singles S/F; Sat 29 Oct Open Gents Singles S/F; Sun 30 Oct Open Gents Singles S/F; Mon 31 Oct Open Gents Singles S/F. SIXTY.COM Results for 19th Oct; 1st Pat Power (20) 22 pts; Best Male Pat Deasy (16) 19. Next Competition on 26th Oct at 2 pm. All Over 60’s are welcome. 60.com Christmas Party on 30/11/2016 (put it in your diary). YOUNGONES Results 19th 1 Kate McNamara (28) 19 pts. Next competition Wednesday, 26th front 9 12 noon. Draw for ball Christine O’Keeffe. PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners 20th Oct; 1st Tom Osbourne and Percy Hallahan, 2nd 2nd John Considine and Billy Queally, Tom Phelan and Eddie Kiely, Tom Ahearne and Mce Tobin, Seamus and David Fitzgerald. Last 5 Colm Bannon and Jim Kiersey.

Progressive 45 every Thursday night, all are welcome. LADIES HOME ALLIANCE The 2nd round of the home alliance has now been completed and results are posted in the locker room. The next round will be on Tuesday, 1st November, by which time ALL outstanding monies must be received. LADIES COASTAL ALLIANCE Next Competiton Tramore Golf Club on Thursday, November 3rd tee time 9.30 am to 11.30 am. SOCIAL BRIDGE We are recommencing on Friday morning 14th October 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (no partner required). JUNIOR GIRLS Five or our Junior girls, Ciara Whelan Barret, Maisie Breen, Megan O'Riordan, Aisling & Caoimhe Reynolds travelled to Birr, Co. Offaly last Saturday to take part in an Irish Junior Girls Festival Day at Birr Golf Club. The victorious Irish Girls Home International Team hosted a festival day along with 130 Junior girls from Golf Clubs all over Ireland. This was a wonderful day where the girls played a fun scramble and took part in fun activities with the Irish Junior Girls and special guest Curtis Cup star Maria Dunne. Captain of the Irish Girls Team Gemma Butler along with team Manager Irene Poynton decided to hold this event to celebrate the success of the Irish Girls European vic-

tory and share the win with other younger girls across the country interested in golf. Our Junior Girls really enjoyed playing, chatting and taking selfies with all the top Irish girls. A day they will remember for a long time. JUNIOR NEWS Next Sunday, 30th October, we are running our annual Baker Tilly competition kindly sponsored as always by Pat Norris. There will be an 18 holes singles for our juniors followed by a 9 hole for our pre juniors with the presentation taking place when the last card is in. You can book your tee time on the website or phone the Pro Shop at 058 44707. There will also be another competition on the morning of Wednesday, 2nd November as our Juniors have their Hallowe’en break. Tuition for our beginners and Pre-juniors continues for one more week next Saturday under the watchful eye of Club Professional David Hayes. The tuition will resume in the Spring. Any enquiries relating to Junior activities at the club can be directed to Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 05844707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

pts and back in 19 pts. He needed them all with Affane man Tony Hennebry one shot behind on 38 pts. Word has it that Tony is playing fine golf in a society in Cappoquin and he is continuing his good form in Lismore. Third on a countback went to Conna man Ted O’Leary with 37 pts, his front nine of 16 pts was motivation for 21 pts on the back with a fine birdie on the 14th. Unlucky to lose on the countback was the raising star from Cappoquin Adam Whelan. HOLE IN ONE Last week saw popular member Frank Corcoran heading towards his 83rd year, have his fourth Hole in One with a sweetly struck 9 wood on the par three 14th. Frank must have some golf record as he has four holes in one in a distinguished golfing career and they have all been at the 14th hole in

Lismore, congratulations Frank. LISMORE LADIES Sun., 16th & Wed., 19th Oct - 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly sponsored by Deise Golf. Fiona Howard marked her return to the fairways with a great 38 pts off 5 to win this week’s competition. Well done. Weather permitting this is the last week of 18 hole competitions, there is placing on fairways only and play as it lies in the rough. So make sure you keep it on the fairways folks! Then we will be starting our popular Autumn League on Sunday, 30th October. The sign-up sheet is in the Ladies area, so make sure your name is up - "if you're not in, you can't win" as the saying goes. Reminder - ladies get your singles matches played, the weather and evenings are closing in and we

will be having our Captains dinner on Friday, 4th November where all the club awards will be presented. (Please note change of date) LADIES AGM - WEDNESDAY, 9TH NOVEMBER AT 8 pm The seniors competition is still going ahead on Thursdays at 10.30 am. Willie Henry and Anna Murphy are in charge. Anyone interested please come along, 8 holes - the top field twice, with tea/coffee and cake afterwards. RESULTS: Sun., 16th & Wed., 19th Oct - 18 Holes S/Ford - kindly aponsored by Deise Golf FIXTURES: Sun., 23rd & Wed., 26th Oct - 18 Holes S/Ford - Members Prizes Sun., 30th Oct - Sat., 5th Nov. 12 Holes S/Ford - Autumn League 1st Round.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB You can contact us by phoning

058-44055 Our email address is:

goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com www.goldcoastgolfclub.com PREMIER BUTCHERS AT DAWN MEATS WINTER LEAGUE TEAMS Abbeyside: Declan Kiely, Tom Considine, John Burns, Tony Lonergan, David Mulvihill, Geoff Collins, Rogie Cashin, Larry Whelan, Brian Fahey, Tony Sheehan, Tom Reynolds, Maurice Swan, Martin Morris and David J Veale. Ballinacourty: Willie Joe O’Connor, Mark Lenihan, Michael Lenihan, Bob O’Brien, Paddy Walsh, Jerome Maye, Seanie Lenihan, Brendan O’Connor, Alan Landers, James Conroy, John Enright, Barry Power, Conan Watt and John Hughes. Copper Coast: Dermot Ahern, Niall Curran, Tomas Wall, Darren Power, JJ Quinn, Nicky Hayes, Liam Clancy, Jim Maitland, Ger Darcy, Colin McArthur, John McArthur, Leo Wall, Gerry Whelan, Freddie McGuckian. Deise: Michael Whelan, Michael Wall, Tommy Long, Steven Greene, Frank Waters, Rafael Alvarez, Francis O’Connor, Mick Cronin, Jack Kelly, Willie Bloomer, Ger Bagge, John Coade, Nicholas Power and Roy Ware. Dungarvan: Pat Power, David O’Connor, Kieran Cullinan, Brian O’Connor, Jimmy O’Dwyer, Andy Travers, Patsy Walsh, Anselm Hayes, Des O’Brien, Pat Murphy, Tim O’Driscoll, Noel McCann, Billy Long and Pat Crowley. Dunhill: Tom Moore, John White, Michael Kavanagh, Micheal White, Tom White, John W Walsh, Brian Dunbar, Johnny Ryan, Jack Moore, Willie Moore, John Queally, John Flynn, Willie Flavin and Dean Golds.

Winter League will run from

Monday, 24th October to Sunday 26th February, a total of 18 weeks. 10 best scores from each player for this period to count. Teams to consist of 14 players with the 10 best accumulated scores per player from 12 players to count. Players can play any day and as many times as they want. Entry fee is €25 to join the league. Daily competition fee is € 7 for your first 10 scoring entries & € 5 for all subsequent entries. A course with a SSS of 38 pts will be used for the league and winter cuts will be made by the computer based on this course. CSS will be decided by the computer when each competition has been closed. MEN’S CLUB AGM The date for the AGM is now fixed for the 14th November at 8 p.m. in the Gold Coast. The sheet for nominations is now posted in the kiosk and nominations close on Monday, 7th November. Any person nominated must endorse their nomination on the sheet. HAM COMPETITIONS Our very popular ham competitions are back and will run up to Christmas. It will be a 9 hole competition, first five and last four, entry is €3 and 15 players will make up each competition. This competition

Gold Coast Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Keith Fitzgerald Photography. From left: Elio Fitzgerald, Lady Captain; Kate McNamara (2nd); Ger Hallinan, Winner; Heith Fitzgerald, Sponsor; Mary Clancy (3rd) and Anne McGrath, Lady President. [Sean Byrne] can be played any time and in conjunction with other competitions. Players winning a ham will have a two point deduction for the remaining ham competitions. 1st Winner: Brian O’Connor. WINTER RATES AT GOLD COAST From now until 24th December the following rates will apply for Green Fees: Monday to Friday: Golf €15 or golf & Carvery lunch for €20. Saturday/Sunday: Golf €20 or golf & Carvery lunch for €25. FIXTURES Monday 24th/Friday, 28th Oct: Winter League Round 1. Tuesday, 25th Oct: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ Friday, 28th Oct: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday 29th/Sunday, 30th October: Winter League Round 1. RESULTS Tuesday, 18th October: Open Seniors, CSS Gents 38 pts, Ladies 37 pts. 1st: Mick Cronin (25) 40 pts. 2nd: Liam O’Leary (20) 39 pts, East Cork. 1st Lady: Ann McLoughlin (23) 34 pts, Cahir Park. Friday, 21st October: Open Singles, CSS 38 pts. 1st: Jerome Maye (17) 39 pts. Gross: Martin

Garvey (6) 32 pts Youghal. Saturday, 22nd October: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Micheal White (3) 41 pts. Gross: Derek Power (3) 38 pts. 2nd: Paul O’Dea (24) 37 pts. Sunday, 23rd October: Club Competition, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Jack Moore (17) 39 pts. Gross: Michael Lenihan (4) 27 pts. 2nd: Michael Whelan (14) 38 pts. Ham No 1: Brian O’Connor. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 9 Hole Ongoing for Beginners. Mon., 24th Oct. 13 Hole Winter League Rd 2. Sun., 30th Oct. 18 Hole S/F sponsored by Kilmeaden Tractors. Moorings Bar and Restaurant Winter League: Our 13 hole Winter League kindly sponsored by the Moorings Bar and Restaurant is now underway. This year it has been decided to reduce the numbers on each team to 5 and 2 weeks to play each round with reentry and best score to count. There will be individual prizes for each round as well as points for your team, so in the interest of team spirit commitment is of the utmost importance!! Registration

Dungarvan Rugby Club LATE JAMES PHELAN It was with great sadness we learned of the passing of James “Spud” Phelan last week. He was a great friend to many in the club, having played at both underage and senior level. He will be missed very much by all that had the chance to know him. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this sad time. MINIS BLITZ We hosted a Minis Blitz against our neighbours Youghal last Saturday. It was a great day out that commenced with a minutes silence for both our friend Spud and the late Munster Head Coach, Anthony Foley. It was a fitting tribute for both men and showed the camaraderie and respect that is involved in rugby. DINNER DANCE Our 2016 Dinner Dance will take place on Saturday, 12th November in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Pre-dinner drinks will commence at 7.30 p.m. and dinner at 8 p.m., followed by guest speaker Mick Galwey, a raffle, auction, band and DJ. Tickets are almost sold out so contact Kelly O’Shea asap on 087

fee is €10 and entry for each round is €5 with re-entry of €3. The following are the teams: Team A: Ellen Foley, Esther McGuckian, Ruth Hannigan, Mary Dunford, Angela O’Connor, Maureen Morrissey, Liz Ivory. Team B: Bernie Morrissey, Rosie Murphy, Noirin Darcy, Patricia Doyle, Alice Ryan, Nuala De Paor. Team C: Karen Darcy, Teresa Queally, Anne Keane, Marie Hayes, Peig Foley, Mary Fenton. Team D: Breda Conway, Helena Fitzgerald, Elaine Goss, Kay Claassen, Mairead Ryan, Joan O’Dea. Team E: Lorraine Troy, Mary Kiely, Eilo Fitzgerald, Anne McGrath, Isobel Kirwan, Mary O’Shea. Team F: Martina Corkery, Ger Hallinan, Gillian Cashman, Joan Mansfield, Julie Lawlor, Alice Collins. Ladies Club AGM: Our Ladies Club AGM has been postponed and now takes place on Friday, 4th Nov. at 8 pm in the Bunker Bar, please attend if possible. South East Coastal Alliance: The Coastal Alliance is a wonderful opportunity for golfers of all levels to play other courses in the area for

a nominal green fee of €10 per round and initial registration fee of €15. Our region covers the three local courses plus Faithlegg, Dunmore East and Tramore over a six month period, starting with Dunmore East on Thursday, 22nd September, tee times – 9.30 – 11.30 a.m. The fixture list for 2016/17 is posted in kiosk and we here in the Gold Coast are Captains this year and looking for good turnout for each event. Our next outing will be Tramore GC on Thursday, 3rd Nov, tee 9.30 – 11.30 a.m. See you all there!! New Membership Offers: Golf is a very sociable game and a great way of meeting new people; it is the only game that can be played worldwide without a partner as having your name on a time sheet does that for you!! While many of us will never reach international status, we can still represent our club on a national level or just enjoy club competitions and social golf, with this game there is something for everyone!! Please contact Bob or Mark for the exceptional packages on offer for the end of this season and 2017 on 058-44055.

Lismore Badminton Club IT’S that time of year again and our men’s and ladies leagues are in action over the next few weeks up and down the county. Results so far will be published in next week’s paper. OUR ANNUAL MARY PRATT TOURNAMENT The Mary Pratt Memorial Tournament has rolled around again and this year we are holding it on November 13th. Suitable for grades Novice to F it is a great day badminton in memory of Mary who was the life and soul of the club for so many years. All raffle proceeds go to Hospice Services, a very worthy cause. MARY PRATT TOURNAMENT MIXED DOUBLES COMPETITION Venue: Lismore Community Centre. Date: Sunday, November 13th. Beginning at 10.30 p.m. sharp. *Single entries. *Handicaps to be applied. *Open Draw*. Entry €10 to be paid on the day. *Minimum of two games guaranteed. *Plate competition. Send Entries to Paul Casey by: Text to 087 937 3395. Email to pol.o.cathasaigh@gmail.com Badminton will take place in the Community Centre on Monday and Wednesday nights 8.00 p.m. till 10.00 p.m. All new and old members welcome! Juvenile Badminton coached by Ivan Cliffe – Monday at 7.00 p.m. Check out our new Facebook Page – lismorebadmintonclub

Dungarvan Rugby team who hosted a mini blitz against our neighbours Youghal last Saturday. 7502578 if you intend to go. TABLE QUIZ Our next Table Quiz will be held in Murphy’s Bar on Thursday, 3rd November at 9 p.m.

Teams of 4 are €20. Please come along and support. MUNSTER TICKETS To purchase Munster tickets,

please contact our Facebook page www.facebook.com/DungarvanRFC/ for details on how you can avail of a 10% discount on home matches.

Daniel O'Brien with his Swim Award for September/October at Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre.

Emma Morrissey with her Swim Award for September/October at Clonea Strand Hotel Leisure Centre.

[Sean Byrne]

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Final

Lively Lismore dethrones champions and bridges 47 year gap Emer Barry and Pat Grant, Chairman Western GAA Board presents the Intermediate Hurling Cup to Lismore's Captain Jordan Shanahan. Included is Paddy Joe Ryan, Comeragh Oil, Sponsor. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lismore …………………… 2-15; Modeligo ……………………1-11. A VERY impressive Lismore fifteen led from start to finish in this eagerly awaited western intermediate hurling final at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening. This is Lismore’s second title in this grade, the other one being back in 1969 when the black and amber went on to defeat Tramore in the county final by 5-7 to 0-3. Between 1969 and 2015 Lismore played in the senior grade and going on this win, the signs are that they will be back in the premier grade in 2017. There are a number of stats that sum up this game and none more so than the winners scoring 2-11 from play compared to just 0-3 by the reigning champions. Also with 36 minutes on the clock, Modeligo were chasing the game on a score of 1-12 to 0-8 and when Dan Shanahan pounced for his second goal three minutes later, the final which attracted another huge attendance to the Shandon venue, was well and truly over as a contest. An opinion expressed at the game suggested that this final was of a higher standard than some of the senior matches this year and one would have to agree with this as both sets of players gave of their all for the cause. With two hard games behind them in the past fortnight, Modeligo looked flat on this occasion but one way or the other,

this was Lismore’s best display all year and having lost to the same opposition in the group stages, they were going to pull out all the stops no doubt to make sure they were not going to be beaten twice in the same year. Former intercounty player Dan Shanahan turned back the clock giving a man of the match performance and it was his brace of goals that kept daylight between the teams throughout. The Lismore tactic of hitting the ball high into the Shanahans was once again very effective with Dan’s high catching ability of the sliotar a constant threat to the Modeligo defence throughout. Lismore came into this final with the ideal gap between games but credit Modeligo they were on level terms at the end of the first quarter on a scoreline of 0-3 each via points by pointed frees by Thomas Walsh and Jamie Troy (2) replied to by Maurice Shanahan (2) and J. Prendergast. Playing some delightful team hurling, Lismore edged clear by the 19th minute by 0-7 to 0-3 with scores again all from play by J. Prendergast, Dan Shanahan and Maurice Shanahan (2) while we were given a good hint of the final outcome two minutes later when a long range Maurice Shanahan free was finished to the net by brother Dan, 1-7 to 0-3 and all the momentum with the Lismore camp. Modeligo tried their best to get

back into contention but centre back Ray Barry was in oustanding form at the back for Lismore. Scores by Kieran McCarthy and Pa Walsh gave a 26th minute scoreboard reading of 1-7 to 0-5, yet there was no letting up by the winners and further points by the Prendergasts, Peter O’Keeffe and Maurice Shanahan (f) left them 1-11 to 0-6 ahead at the interval. Lismore had scored all but one of their scores from play in a dominant and impressive thirty minutes plus of hurling while Modeligo had struck a costly eight wides in the same period. Modeligo won the second moiety by 1-5 to 1-4 but it wasn’t enough to change the inevitable. The writing was on the wall for the champions in the 39th minute when Jordan Shanahan placed his namesake Dan for a second green flag. Like true champions Modeligo contested throughout and though 0-9 in arrears with ten minutes to go, a goal from a free by Pa O’Donovan in the 52nd minute kept the winners on their toes with the course the Group game took earlier very much in everybody’s minds. Yet, it was too little too late and the final ten minutes of play only featured one score, a pointed free by Maurice Shanahan who was generally well marked by John McGrath throughout. Pa O’Donovan had a 60th minute goal chance while following an added time shemozzle, Modeligo corner

back Nicky O’Donovan received his marching orders. For the second week in a row a team coach was sent to the stands, this time Barry Browne Lismore, and the only way to stop this unwanted trend in our games is to exact serious penalties as match officials have enough to do beside dealing with mentors that should be leading by example. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Western Board Pat Grant presented the Ray O’Brien Memorial Cup to captain for the day Jordan Shanahan amid scenes of great excitement in the Lismore camp. Lismore’s Top Three: Dan Shanahan, John Prendergast, Maurice Shanahan. Modeligo’s Top Three: John McGrath, Sean O’Donovan, Pat Fitzgerald. Number of Scorers: Lismore 5. Modeligo 5. Scores From Play: Lismore 2-11; Modeligo 0-3. Frees For: Lismore 10. Modeligo 20. Wides: Lismore 5. Modeligo 9. Score of the Match: Lismore’s 10th minute point engineered by Ray Barry and Dan Shanahan and executed by Maurice Shanahan. Scorers – Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 0-8 (4f), Dan Shanahan 2-1, Jack Prendergast 0-3, John Prendergast 0-2, Peter O’Keeffe 0-1. Modeligo: Jamie Troy 0-7f, Pa O’Donovan 1-0, Kieran McCarthy 0-2, Pa Walsh 0-1, Thomas Walsh 0-1f. Lismore: Seanie Barry; Sean Reaney, David Prendergast, Aaron Whelan; David Prendergast, Ray Barry,

Lismore who beat Modeligo in the Final of the Comeragh Oil sponsored Western Intermediate hurling Championship in Fraher Field.

Eoin Bennett; Stevie Barry, John Prendergast; Brendan Landers, Maurice Shanahan, Jack Prendergast; Peter O’Keeffe, Dan Shanahan, Jordan Shanahan. Subs: Brian Bennett for Jordan Shanahan and Eric O’Sullivan for Brendan Landers. Modeligo: Cian O’Byrne; Sean Hennessy, Brian McCarthy, Nicky

O’Donovan; John McGrath, Pat Fitzgerald, Shane Troy; Seanie O’Donovan, Willie Morrissey; Pa O’Donovan, Kieran McCarthy, Tom Devine; Thomas Walsh, Jamie Troy, Pa Walsh. Subs: Michael Troy for Willie Morrissey and Rian Reddy for Shane Troy. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

From the files of the Dungarvan Observer Sunday, November 23rd, 1969

Brilliant Lismore take Western crown Lismore ............................. 3-10; Eire Og ................................ 1-5. AT a windswept, rain drenched Fraher Field, Dungarvan, on Sunday last, Lismore emerged as Intermediate Western champions when they completely outclassed an Eire Og fifteen with a scintillating exhibition of power packed hurling. From the very start of the game, Lismore were dominant in every sector and when they turned over with a two point lead after playing against a strong breeze, the writing was on the wall for the Dungarvan side. Lismore scorers: Jim Crowley 2-5, T. Ormonde 1-0, Liam Canning 0-2, Brendan Daly, W. McGrath and D. Ormonde (0-1) each. Lismore Team: P. Buckley; R. O’Donnell, J. Geoghegan, T. Hillard; R. Ormonde, D. McGrath, B. McGrath; M. Canning, M. McGrath; J. Daly, L. Canning, B. Landers; J. Crowley, B. Daly, D. Ormonde.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING FINAL

Ballygunner achieves third three in-a-row Senior titles Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman County GAA Board presents the News & Star Cup to Ballygunner's Captain Brian O'Sullivan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

By Dermot Keyes Ballygunner ………………..4-20; Passage …………………….1-12. A DEVASTATING second half showing assured Ballygunner of a third successive Waterford Senior Hurling Championship at Walsh Park on Sunday last, on an afternoon when they simply had too much for neighbours Passage. In front of a 3,811-strong attendance (with a gate in excess of €25,000), and inspired by another outstanding display by the talismanic Pauric Mahony, the Gunners emulated the feats of their 1960s and 90s predecessors in securing this three-in-a-row success. As it was in their semi-final win over Mount Sion, Ballygunner were just too good for Passage, appearing in their second decider in four seasons. This was a victory which rested more in the winners’ abundance of talent and know-how as opposed to a treatise of any major hurling deficiency on Passage’s behalf. As Déise boss Derek McGrath told Kieran O’Connor on WLR in the minutes before Michael O’Brien’s throw-in, Ballygunner negotiated their way to this Final while largely operating in second gear. In truth, having weathered a sticky opening quarter, Denis Walsh’s charges reclaimed the News & Star Cup with cruise control hurling. Perhaps that gear they’ve not yet clicked into will be required at

Semple Stadium next Sunday when they take on Tipperary kingpins Thurles Sarsfields in their own back yard. And should they overcome that Paraic Maher-sized obstacle, it’ll be a brave punter who’d wager against the Gunners emulating their sole Munster title success, recorded back in 2001. But Denis Walsh and his men won’t be losing the run of themselves this week, which gives them a great chance of maintaining their unbeaten record in Championship hurling come Sunday next. The final score suggests a wholly one-sided contest, which this was not – at least, not during the opening half - when Passage, attacking the Keane’s Road goal, hurled with the gale to their backs. Following an ill-tempered scuffle between Eoin Kelly and Barry Coughlan, which resulted in both receiving yellow cards, Passage settled into their task with relish, with the outstanding Noel Connors the first to point after six minutes. Peter Queally’s men doubled their advantage through roaming wing-back Adam Roche, with another Connors – this time Owen – slotting over another point within a minute. By the 10th minute, the men in red were four clear as Thomas Connors added to the list of familial point scorers after fine assistance by the veteran Conor Carey. And within a minute, Passage were five clear, as the advancing Jason

Roche finished off a fine move instigated by Owen Connors. Ballygunner finally blotted their copybook with some ink through an 11th minute free by the excellent Pauric Mahony, with the lively Peter Hogan doubling their tally from their very next attack. Demonstrating the extent of the wind blowing towards the Keane’s Road end, Killian Fitzgerald bisected the uprights from his own 45-metre line, before Eoin Kelly plundered from a poor short puckout to restore Passage’s five-point advantage. But that was really as good as it got in the opening half from Passage’s perspective, as Denis Walsh’s side tagged on 2-4 during a dominant second quarter, which foreshadowed Ballygunner’s postinterval dominance. Tim O’Sullivan, fed in by Peter Hogan, and Billy O’Keeffe again assisted by the dangerous Hogan, found the Passage net to put the holders into a commanding position. Between those goals, Eddie Hayden excellently blocked Thomas Connors’ goal attempt, with Killian Fitzgerald sending the subsequent 65 wide. Said Gunners captain Brian O’Sullivan: “It was tough to score into that breeze, so Tim and Billy’s two goals were huge for us; we were a bit worried after 10 minutes when we were four or five points down and they’d had a bit of a run at us, but we kept going, our discipline was huge, and we didn’t

panic.” Passage, spurred on by both Noel and Thomas Connors, stayed in touch thanks to a brace of Killian Fitzgerald frees, along with a converted Owen Connors free, landed from inside his own 45. At half-time, the holders led by 2-5 to 0-10 and even by then, one sensed the News & Star Cup wasn’t going anywhere other than back to McGinn Park. And that proved the case, during a dominant second half showing which read 2-15 to 1-3 in their favour. Thomas Connors (a free) and Pauric Mahony traded the opening points after the interval, with Brian O’Sullivan’s 39th minute point followed by a brace of Mahony frees. As the three quarter mark approached, Passage needed a big score, and Conor Carey, released by Sean Hogan and Thomas Connors’ interplay, looked like he was about to tick that box, only to see his shot brilliantly saved by the diving Stephen O’Keeffe. Owen Connors’ 65 sailed wide, as did Passage’s hopes of emulating their 2013 heroics. Brian O’Sullivan and another Pauric Mahony brace sent Ballygunner 2-12 to 0-11 clear, and in command. Peter Hogan, not yet 20 lest we forget, and Owen Connors traded points before Gunners substitute Stephen Power again demonstrated his goalscoring knack with a tremendous 51st minute finish. Seconds later, Pauric Mahony

crowned a magnificent year when slotting home, albeit via a Darragh Lynch deflection, as the Passage challenge well and truly foundered. But they never for one moment threw in the towel, with Thomas Connors’s 53rd minute goal a reward for his ceaseless valour over the course of the hour in what proved their final score of 2016. In the closing six-plus minutes, the Gunners kept their foot to the floor, adding points through braces from Pauric Mahony (both frees) and Brian O’Sullivan, along with singles from Stephen Power and David O’Sullivan. Few titles, right from the opening round of the Championship, even taking the night the lights went out against Abbeyside into account, have ever been won with such complete command and authority. Ballygunner are worthy champions, but they must kick on from here against Thurles if they’re to stake a claim as the greatest group of players the club has ever produced. “It was a dream of this group of players to match what Ballygunner teams had achieved in the 60s and 90s,” according to Brian O’Sullivan, “and we’ve done it today, and it was nice to get one back on Passage today after what happened in 2013.” Scorers – Ballygunner: Pauric Mahony (1-11; 0-7f), Brian O’Sullivan (0-4), Stephen Power (1-1), Peter Hogan (0-3), Tim O’Sullivan and Billy O’Keeffe (1-0 each)

and David O’Sullivan (0-1). Passage: Killian Fitzgerald (0-4; 0-3f), Thomas Connors (1-1), Owen Connors and Eoin Kelly (0-2; 0-1f each), Adam Roche, Jason Roche and Noel Connors (0-1 each). Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Eddie Hayden, Barry Coughlan, Ian Kenny; Harley Barnes, Philip Mahony, Shane Walsh; Peter Hogan, Shane O’Sullivan; David O’Sullivan (0-1), Billy O’Keeffe, Pauric Mahony; Conor Power, Brian O’Sullivan (0-4), Tim O’Sullivan. Substitutes: Wayne Hutchinson for Billy O’Keeffe (44 mins), Stephen Power for Harley Barnes (48), Michael Mahony for Conor Power (52), JJ Hutchinson for Tim O’Sullivan (54) and Johnny McCarthy for Peter Hogan (55). Blood substitute: Wayne Hutchinson for Barry Coughlan (2-8 mins). Passage: Eddie Lynch; Darragh Lynch, Jason Flood, Adam Roche; Stephen Mason, Noel Connors, Jason Roche; Pa Walsh, Sean Hogan; Owen Connors, Thomas Connors, Killian Fitzgerald; Conor Carey, Eoin Kelly, Gary Cullinane. Substitutes: John Whitty for Gary Cullinane (HT), Richard Hurley for Conor Carey (54 mins), Callum O’Neill for Killian Fitzgerald (60+), Patrick Flynn for Stephen Mason (60+) and Paul Donnellan for Adam Roche (60+). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

WATERFORD GAA RESULTS

Kilgobinet GAA Club. Pictured below is Matty Fahey presenting John and Ann Hurley with their Deise Draw cheque following their big win in the recent Déise Draw. Also included is Kieran Devine, promoter and Mick Dunford, Club Treasurer.

Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Final: Lismore 2-15; Modeligo 1-11 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior A Hurling Final: Ballyduff Lower 2-14 St Mary's 0-11 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior Football Senior Attached Championship - Knockout: Kilrossanty 0-12; Brickey Rangers 0-8 Stradbally 4-16; An Rinn 1-5 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 3 Knockout: St. Mary's 0-16; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-10 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship - Group A: Stradbally W/O Brickey Rangers JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship - Group B: Ballinacourty 8-16; Gaultier 0-6 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Football Championship - Knockout: The Nire 0-13; Rathgormack 0-9 Stradbally 0-12; Ardmore 1-7 Kilrossanty 2-10; An Rinn 2-9 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling

Championship Final: Ballygunner 4-20; Passage 1-12 John Murphy Eastern Junior Football C/Ship Knockout: Ferrybank 0-15; Kill 2-6 John J Murphy Eastern Junior Hurling B Championship: De La Salle 0-19; Kilmacthomas 0-9 Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Intermediate Attached Championship: Ballysaggart W/O Mt. Melleray Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship KO: Emmetts 2-5; Shamrocks 1-7 PP Snr H B: CBS Mount Sion 1-19 St Declans, Kilmacthomas 2-10 PP U14 F Roinn A: St Declans Kilmacthomas 5-6; St Augustine’s College 2-2 De La Salle College 6-10; St Declan’s Kilmacthomas 1-4 De La Salle College Waterford 4-16; St Augustine’s College, Abbeyside 2-3

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS DIVISION 3 COUNTY MINOR HURLING FINAL

St. Mary’s are deserving winners of Minor Hurling title Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman County GAA Board presents the Div. 3 Minor Hurling Cup to St. Mary's Captain Corey Kennedy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

St. Mary’s ………………… 0-16; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ….. 1-10. THE County Division 3 minor hurling final attracted a gate of €732 to the Fraher Field last Thursday evening for what turned out to be yet another very entertaining and competitive game of hurling in this age group in 2016. Pre-match chat forecasted a close run affair and while the scoreboard shows this to be the case there was no doubting but that the Eastern group side were the better team on the night. From the outset, their pace and skill was at a higher level than their opponents and though they had to endure a gallant comeback from 12 man Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the final quarter, St. Mary’s deserved their title on the play over the full hour. Unlike their previous two games, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg were unable to dominate proceedings from the start and the only time they led in the game was for a two minute period after Paddy Prendergast scored a gem of a tenth minute

goal into the country end of the grounds. St. Mary’s led by 0-10 to 1-4 at the break St. Mary’s got off to a speedy start and Conor Keane had two points from play inside two minutes before Adam O’Sullivan from frees levelled matters five minutes later. Niall Dunphy (f) and Conor Keane again swung the initiative eastwards before Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Paddy Prendergast struck for a brilliantly worked individual goal despite the best efforts of St. Mary’s Conor Burns with a good old fashioned shoulder charge tackle. This setback was a test for St. Mary’s and they showed they were up for the challenge by winning the next three scores via Niall Dunphy (f), Padraig Hallahan and Darragh Power which finished an action packed first quarter, 0-7 to 1-2. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg did not score from play in the second quarter having to be satisfied with two Adam O’Sullivan pointed frees while the Western side were reduced to twelve players in this

thirteen a side championship when Kyle Roche was red carded in the 25th minute. Niall Dunphy matched O’Sullivan’s two points from play before the short whistle with Ciaran Kirwan also firing over a point from play to leave the scoreboard reading 0-10 to 1-4 in favour of the winners. Though down a man the second half belonged to Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s number 5 Brian Lynch who operated to great effect as an extra man in his team’s defence. He snuffed out numerous St. Mary’s attacks and initiated most of his own team’s forays into their opponents’ half of the field leading the way to leave his side just 0-2 in arrears with 53 minutes played. St. Mary’s started the second half well, a period of time that finished at 0-6 each, and they struck the first two points of the half by Conor Keane and Niall Dunphy (f), 0-12 to 1-4. St. Mary’s looked at this stage as if they were going to coast to victory but Clashmore/

Kinsalebeg showed great character in striking the next 0-3 between the 38th and the 44th minute via Adam O’Sullivan, Ian Burke and Jack Foley to leave just 0-2 the difference at 0-12 to 1-7. Niall Dunphy missed a rare free in the 47th minutes and just when it looked as if the game was turning in favour of the westerners they gifted 0-2 (1f) to Dunphy which settled the winners with ten minutes to play on a scoreline of 0-14 to 1-7. Credit Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, they reduced the gap again to 0-2 with points in quick succession by Paddy Prendergast and Luke Seward and they were still in this final with a chance of winning. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg pressed forward a lot in the final minutes but without changing the scoreboard while Dean Walsh grabbed a very valuable point for the winners in the 55th minute, 0-15 to 1-9. Adam O’Sullivan made it a 0-2 game again two minutes later and following a great save by Simon

St. Mary's celebrate their win over Clashmore/Kinsalebeg in the J .J. Kavanagh & Sons County Minor Div. 3 Hurling final in Fraher Field.

Lombard from Mary’s Geoff Hally at the end of normal time the last score of a very good contest fittingly came from Man of the Match Niall Dunphy from play in the 61st minute. The standard of club minor hurling rocketed further in the county in all three divisions this year and this can be only good for our under age county teams in the coming years. Sean Veale was soundness personified between the posts for the winners while team captain Corey Roche and the outstanding Ciaran Kirwan marshalled their defence superbly. The strength of the winners in defence was balanced throughout the rest of the field with skill, fast and accurate players such as Niall Dunphy, Conor Keane, Geoff Hally, Padraig Hallahan and Darragh Power, though not breaching their opponents sturdy defence for a major score still contributed handsomely to their finishing tally of 0-16. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg had difficulty with the hurling ability and

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speed of their opponents from the outset. However, they showed great character in contesting this final to the very end despite being down a man from the 25th minute of the first half. Brian Lynch was Tadhg De Burca like in his role as an extra man in defence in the second moiety while the defence in general never looked like conceding a green flag. Paddy Prendergast saved his best performance of the year for the final with support from Ian Burke, Jack Foley, Luke Seward, Sam Fitzgerald and Adam O’Sullivan but as a team they never hit the heights of their previous knockout games against Tramore and St. Mollerans. Referee Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys) handled his first county final with authority and called correctly the major decisions throughout the hour. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board Paddy Joe Ryan complimented both teams on a great game of hurling before presenting the cup to the St. Mary’s captain and outstanding full back Corey Kennedy. St. Mary’s Top Three: Niall Dunphy, Ciaran Kirwan, Conor Keane. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Top Three: Brian Lynch, Paddy Prendergast, Jack Foley. Observer’s Man of the Match: Niall Dunphy. Number of Scorers: St. Mary’s 6. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 5. Scores From Play: St. Mary’s 0-10. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-5. Frees For: St. Mary’s 13. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 26. Wides: St. Marys 9. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg 5. Score of the Match: Paddy Prendergast’s individually worked 10th minute goal for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Scorers – St. Mary’s: Niall Dunphy 0-8 (6f), Conor Keane 0-4, Padraig Hallahan, Darragh Power, Ciaran Kirwan and Dean Walsh 0-1 each. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Adam O’Sullivan 0-6 (5f), Paddy Prendergast 1-1, Ian Burke, Jack Foley and Luke Seward 0-1 each. St. Mary’s: Sean Veale, Corey Kennedy, John Sheahan, Peter Gallagher, Ciaran Kirwan, Conor Burns, Reece Power, Mike Dunphy, Niall Dunphy, Conor Keane, Geoff Hally, Padraig Hallahan, Darragh Power, Dean Walsh, Donal Queally, Dan Dunne, Peter Hurton, Jack Sutton, Jack Mulcahy, Walter Hally, Percy Callagahan, Jack Kirwan, T. J. Veale. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Simon Lombard, Ryan Thomas, Danny O’Mahony, Jack Ryan, Brian Lynch, Cian Ryan, Adam O’Sullivan, Sam Fitzgerald, Luke Seward, Ian Burke, Kyle Roche, Jack Foley, Paddy Prendergast, Jim Scanlon, Eoin Coughlan, Eoin O’Halloran, Niall Kennefick. Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickey Rangers).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

LAWLORS HOTEL WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Emmetts win sixth Western Junior Football title Patricia Walsh with Pat Grant Chairman Western GAA Board presents the Junior Football Cup to Emmetts Captain, Gavin Whelan. The Championship was sponsored by Lawlors Hotel. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Colligan Emmetts .………… 2-5; Shamrocks ………………… 1-7. A LATE second half rally by Colligan Emmetts earned them their sixth Divisional Junior Football title at a freezing Fraher Field last Saturday evening. This latest win compliments previous victories in 1961, 1982, 1985, 2000 and 2013, the latter one against the same opposition last weekend, the Shamrocks. This was a most unusual decider in many ways as the winners completely dominated the first 24 minutes of the game but led by just 0-2 to 0-0. Shamrocks didn’t score for all of that time but then scored 1-3 in the space of four minutes to lead at the short whistle by 1-3 to 0-2. As Emmetts did in the first half, Shamrocks were in total control in the third quarter and they established a 1-6 to 0-3 advantage by the 40th minute. A penalty call in favour of Emmetts in the 43rd minute brought them back into the game and a second goal by substitute Stephen McGrath nine minutes later brought the teams level at 1-6 to 2-3. With the final on a knife edge, Emmetts captain Gavin Whelan led from the front with a left legged contender for score of the match in the 53rd minute which gave the winners the lead for the first time since the 23rd minute. Johnny Wall and Bernie Kelleher traded points

before the end of the hour while Shamrocks had two opportunities to level matters in added time. Emmetts 6th title win was all the more worthy in that they lost two key players during the game to injury, midfielder Darren Dunford after just three minutes and Colin Dunford with eleven minutes still to play. The winners’ top scorer over the years, Johnny Wall celebrated his second happy event last week after the birth of his son earlier in

the week and it was he who opened the scoring in the 5th minute and repeated the feat four minutes later, the only scores for the first 23 minutes of the action. The first score from play came in the 24th minute when Padraig Ahearne finished off good work by Adam Crawford to the country end goal. This ignited the Shamrock’s challenge and Bernie Kelleher followed up with 0-3 (2f) inside four minutes to give his team a foothold

Emmetts John Morrissey with the ball against Shamrock's Stephen and John Paul Lucey during the Lawlors Hotel Western Junior Football final in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Colligan Emmetts Western Junior Football Champions 2016.

on proceedings that didn’t look at all likely shortly before. Alan Walsh replaced Richie Kiely for the second half for Emmetts and he was central to the turning point in the game later on. Emmetts started with a Johnny Wall point from play in the 32nd minute with a goal chance also a possibility. However, Shamrocks took complete control in general play and a pointed free by Bernie Kelleher, a superb team score engineered by Shane and Colm Roche and executed by Adam Crawford and a fourth pointed free by Kelleher left them a full 0-6 to the good by the 40th minute at 1-6 to 0-3. Colligan Emmetts looked out of contention at this stage but when referee Tom Mansfield judged that Alan Walsh had been fouled in front of goal, a penalty was awarded and Johnny Wall took the opportunity to bring Emmetts back into the game with a well struck kick past Kieran O’Keeffe in the country end goal. It went from bad to worse for Shamrocks as corner back Brian Harnedy was blackcarded in the 45th minute and Emmetts substitute Stephen McGrath made an instant impact when he finished a high ball into the goal with eight minutes of normal time remaining. Level at 2-3 to 1-6, the momentum was now with Emmetts and McGrath was again involved in the lead score when he provided for

Gavin Whelan’s superb left legged 54th minute lead point. Game on now and Johnny Wall extended the winners’ lead to 0-2 with a 56th minute point from play as nobody was taking their eyes off the action at this stage. Credit Shamrocks, they attacked for the rest of the match and were rewarded with a Bernie Kelleher pointed free in the 59th minute making it 0-1 the difference but the score they required never arrived despite some opportunities. It was the Emmetts who took the cup home after a final in which all the quality of it was in the final quarter of play. A game lasts an hour and at the end of the day Shamrocks didn’t score from play from the 38th minute onwards while Emmetts score 1-2 from play in the last eight minutes of the match. Winning this title by Emmetts was a huge achievement for the club as they have a very small panel of players to choose from. Those who might usually be retired are still playing for the club’s cause while last week they won despite injuries to key players, Ross Browne, Darren Dunford and Colin Dunford. PRESENTATION Chairman of the Western Board Pat Grant presented the Doocey Family Cup to Colligan Emmetts captain Gavin Whelan amid scenes of considerable excitement and wished them well in the county

final. Emmetts Top Three: Johnny Wall, Jason Dunford, John Nick Fennell. Shamrocks Top Three: Padraig Ahearne, Bernie Kelleher, Adam Crawford. Observer’s Man of the Match: Johnny Wall. Number of Scorers: Emmetts 3. Shamrocks 3. Scores from Play: Emmetts 1-3. Shamrocks 1-2. Frees For: Emmetts 25. Shamrocks 19. Wides: Emmetts 4. Shamrocks 6. Score of the Match: Emmetts 54th minute lead point engineered by Stephen McGrath and executed by Gavin Whelan. Scorers – Emmetts: Johnny Wall 1-4 (1-2f), Stephen McGrath 1-0, Gavin Whelan 0-1. Shamrocks: Bernie Kelleher 0-6 (5f), Padraig Ahearne 1-0, Adam Crawford 0-1. Emmetts: Dean McKenna; Mike McGrath, John Nick Fennell, Alan Kinsella; Jason Dunford, P. J. Coffey, Ray Bannon; John Morrissey, Darren Dunford; Gavin Whelan, Mark Flynn, Johnny Wall; Charlie Whelan, Colin Dunford, Richie Kiely. Subs: Sean Browne for Darren Dunford (inj, 3); Alan Walsh for Richie Kiely (ht); John Flynn for Mike McGrath (37); Steven McGrath for Colin Dunford (inj, 49). Shamrocks: Kieran O’Keeffe; Sean Murphy, Tom O’Donovan, Tom O’Neill; Cathal Herlihy, Shane Roche, Adam Crawford; Stephen Lucey, Padraig Ahearne; Ed Lonergan, Colm Roche, John O’Donovan, Padraig Tobin, Bernie Kelleher, Eoin Murphy. Sub: Ed Hynes for John O’Donovan (28). Referee: Tom Mansfield (Shamrocks).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

J. J. KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY JUNIOR HURLING TITLE

Brilliant Ballyduff Lower back in Intermediate ranks Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman County GAA Board presents the Tom Drummey Memorial Cup to Ballyduff's Captain John O'Leary. Included is Oliver Drummy, Representing the Drummy Family. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballyduff Lower ……….…. 2-14; St. Mary’s Touraneena ...… 0-11. BALLYDUFF Lower are a team ready for the intermediate grade on the evidence of their brilliant display at the Fraher Field last Saturday afternoon in winning the County junior hurling title for the fourth occasion in their club’s history. The Eastern Reds previously won titles in 1961 when they beat Nire by 4-4 to 3-3, in 1983 they defeated Stradbally by 4-7 to 2-8 and in 1997 they got the better of the Geraldines by the minimum of scores 2-12 to 4-5. There was no doubting their superiority last Saturday as, wind assisted, they secured a match winning 1-10 to 0-2 half time lead and were behind in a second half by just 0-9 to 1-4. The goals were the key scores here and corner forward Eoin Cummins was involved in both of them. He scored the first from a Jack Kennedy pass after just seven minutes and he provided for Jack Lyons’ green flag at the end of the third quarter. The winners were a very balanced outfit throughout the field, with a good blend of experience and youth and everything went well for them on the day. They supplied eight scorers in all compared to just three for St. Mary’s who once again were over reliant on Eoin Kearns to raise flags.

Once again in a junior game, former county senior Jack Kennedy was a class apart and one felt that there was more in him if required and that he did his business for his team mainly in the first half. He was the undisputed winner of the man of the match award with noticeable displays also forthcoming from such as team captain John O’Leary in the second half, Declan Cheasty, Cormac Dunphy, Brian Power, Eoin Cummins and Jack Lyons. The loss of Kevin Sheehan through suspension was felt by St. Marys but it didn’t affect the result of the game. The western champions had few stars on the day, Eoin Kearns continually fought against the odds from play and from placed balls while others such as Eoin Barron, Denis Coffey, Sean Fitzpatrick and Dermot Tobin impressed at times in a game that was always going away from them. The first half was always one way traffic even though Eoin Kearns (f) opened the scoring inside the first minute. However, it was their only score until corner forward Jack Power pointed in the 26th minute while in between Ballyduff were constantly attacking the country end goal and they hit a tally of 1-8 in between St. Marys’ two points. Jack Kennedy was central to making a lot of these points and he

also scored himself. Colman Power (2nd minute), Declan Cheasty (5th), Brian Power (f) (7th) and the other Brian Power (11th), Jack Kennedy (16th and 18th) and the other Jack, Lyons (19th and 25th) all raised white flags to go with Eoin Cummins’ 9th minute goal and with less than half of the game played Neil O’Sullivan’s charges had one hand on the Tom Drummy Cup. Jack Kennedy also had a shot hit the crossbar before wing back Brian Power and full forward finished the first half scoring with an everest for St. Marys to climb in arrears by 1-10 to 0-2. St. Marys best period in the game was in the first nine minutes of the second half when they outscored the winners by 0-5 to 0-1. Eoin Kearns struck 0-4f and younger brother Mike raised their team’s only other white flag from play. Ballyduff’s only score in this period was a further Brian Power pointe free and at 1-11 to 0-7 it seemed as if the western outfit were going to comeback at the winners. However, that soon changed when Cormac Dunphy struck a contender for score of the match against the wind in the 44th minute and when Eoin Cummins punished delay in the Marys defence in clearing the ball he offloaded to Jack Lyons who ended the final as a contest with his team’s second goal

and a lead of 2-12 to 0-7. Credit St. Marys, they immediately created a goal scoring chance themselves but the sliotar was blazed wide in the 45th minute. The western champions dependency on Eoin Kearns was in evidence again in the final ten minutes as he was his team’s only scorer with 0-4f while second half substitute J.J. Coffey was redcarded in the 57th minute. Cormac Dunphy with another excellent point from play and a final pointed free by Brian Power finished the scoring with Ballyduff Lower the most deserving of winners by 0-9, a difference they were well worth. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board Paddy Joe Ryan echoed that it was good for hurling in the county to have a successful Ballyduff Lower Club again before he presented the Tom Drummy Cup in the presence of Ollie Drummy (son) to the winning captain John O Leary. Ballyduff Lower’s Top Three: Jack Kennedy, John O’Leary, Eoin Cummins. St. Mary’s Top Three: Eoin Kearns, Sean Fitzpatrick, Denis Coffey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jack Kennedy. Number of Scorers: Ballyduff 8. St. Mary’s 3. Scores from Play: Ballyduff 2-12. St. Marys 0-2. Frees For: Ballyduff 17. St. Mary’s 16.

Ballyduff Lower players mentors and supporters celebrate their win over St. Mary’s in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior A Hurling final in Fraher Field.

Wides: Ballyduff 6. St. Mary’s 7. Score of the Match: Cormac Dunphy’s 44th minute point from play against the wind for Ballyduff. Scorers – Ballyduff: Jack Lyons 1-2, Eoin Cummins 1-0, Brian Power 0-4 (2f), Jack Kennedy, Declan Cheasty and Cormac Dunphy 0-2 each, Colman Power and Bryan Power 0-1 each. St. Mary’s: Eoin Kearns 0-9f, Jack Power and Mike Kearns 0-1 each. Ballyduff Lower: Michael Atkins; Martin De Paor, John O’Leary, Marcus Millea; Paul Kennedy, Calum Lyons, Bryan Power; Colman Power, Brian

Power; Jack Lyons, Jack Kennedy, Cormac Dunphy; Dylan Reade, Declan Cheasty, Eoin Cummins. Subs: Ross O’Shea for Dylan Reade (55). St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick; Tom Tobin, Sean Fitzpatrick, Conor Tobin; Dermot Tobin, Denis Coffey, Johnny Ahearne; Eoin Barron, Stephen Coffey; Eoin Kearns, Brendan McGourty, Jack Power; Aidan Fitzpatrick, Mike Kearns, Jason Sheehan. Subs: Kieran Barron for Stephen Barron (24), J. J. Coffey for Jason Sheehan (ht); Jack Skehan for Jack Power (43); Dean Cliffe for Kieran Barron (53). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Ken Begley, J. J. Kavanagh & Sons (sponsors) presents the Man of the Match Award to Ballyduff's Jack Kennedy. Included is Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Quarter Finals

Ballinacourty claims twelfth successive semi-final appearance Ballinacourty ………………0-15; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg …… 1-7. CHAMPIONSHIP contenders Ballinacourty had too much in the tank for a gallant Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg team in the last quarterfinal game of the weekend at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening. Subject to correction the last time Ballinacourty were beaten in the quarter final stages was back in 2004 and since then they have won titles in 2007, 2011 and in 2013 as well as contesting the decider on three other occasions. This game was evenly played out for the first quarter and the end of which the sides were level at 0-3 each. Playing with the easterly wind, Michael O’Halloran opened the scoring in the 3rd minute with his first cousin Brian O’Halloran (f) equalising five minutes later. Gary Hurney kicked the winners into the lead in the 8th minute with Padi O’Rourke levelling similarly from play three minutes later. The Clashmore/Kinsalebeg player got involved with referee Tommy Sullivan later in the 44th minute when he received three cards at the one time, Yellow, black and Red at a time when his team had reduced an 0-9 deficit to 0-6. The first quarter ended with Brian O’Halloran (f) and Patrick Hurney trading scores, 0-3 each but this is as good as it got for the losers as Ballinacourty initiated a purple scoring patch before the short whistle. With their midfielder Conor Prunty dominating the aerial contest in the middle of the field a

constant supply of the ball was delivered to his forwards who rattled off eight unanswered points to lead at the break by 0-11 to 0-3. These scores were credited to Patrick Hurney 0-2 (1f), Michael O’Halloran and Mark Ferncombe 0-2 each from play and one each by Michael Maher and Sean O’Hare. The match was won and lost in this period of time with Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg unable to win any meaningful possession in attempts to change the scoreboard. That the wind was a factor in the match is seen in the second half scoring in favour of Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg, who in enjoying much more supply of the ball, won it by 1-4 to 0-4. Neil Montgomery was introduced for the injury bothered Mark Ferncombe while similarly Kieran Connery replaced a leg hampered Shane Russell who was playing quite well at corner back for Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. A Patrick Hurney pointed free reopened the scoring in the 35th minute and the recently introduced Sean Fleming placed Brian O’Halloran for a minor one minute later. Fleming, who didn’t start as he had just arrived from Australia made a difference up front for his team and following a Gary Hurney pointed free in the 40th minute, Fleming showed admirable composure in clinically finishing a Paul O’Connor pass to the country end net, 0-13 to 1-4. Padi O Rourke’s dismissal in the 44th minute and a wide ball two

minutes later from a free halted any notion of a Clashmore/Kinsalebeg post goal revival and in the 47th minute a Patrick Hurney pointed free increased ‘Courty’s advantage to a match winning 0-7. Brian O’Halloran (f) 49th minute point was the only score for all of five minutes until Neil Montgomery ended the winners tally from play, 0-15 to 1-5. White flags by Cillian O’Keeffe (56 min) and Declan Allen (61) left Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s effort too late as Ballinacourty deservingly advanced to the last four. Off the four teams left in the championship, Ballinacourty’s display was the most impressive over the weekend which may not stand for much overall but they will at least be much happier with their form than the three other Conway Cup contenders. Ballinacourty’s Top Three: Conor Prunty, Patrick Hurney, Michael O’Halloran. Clashmore Kinsalebeg’s Top Three: Ciaran Bourke, Brian O’Halloran, Sean Fleming. Observer’s Man of the Match: Conor Prunty. Number of Scorers: Ballinacourty 7. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 5. Scores From Play: Ballinacourty 0-11. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-4. Frees For: Ballinacourty 12. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 12. Wides: Ballinacourty 8. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg 10. Score of the Match: Sean Fleming’s expertedly executed 42nd minute goal for

Referee Tommy Sullivan pictured with team captains Conor Prunty (Ballinacourty) and Edmond O’Halloran (Clashmore/Kinsalebeg).

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Scorers – Ballinacourty: Patrick Hurney 0-5 (3f), Michael O’Halloran 0-3, Mark Ferncombe 0-2, Gary Hurney 0-2 (1f), Michael Maher, Sean O’Hare and Neil Montgomery 0-1 each. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Brian O’Halloran 0-4 (3f), Sean Fleming 1-0, Padi O’Rourke, Cillian O’Keeffe and Declan Allen 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright;

Conor McCarthy, Brian Looby, John Elsted; Shane Briggs, Sean O’Hare, Richie Foley; Conor Prunty, David Collins; Michael Maher, Patrick Hurney, Mark Ferncombe; Shane O’Donovan, Gary Hurney, Michael O’Halloran. Subs: Neil Montgomery for Mark Ferncombe (inj, ht), John Hurney for Shane O’Donovan (50), Evan Collins for Michael Maher (52), Maurice Power for John Elsted (55), Patrick Lynch for Shane Briggs (59).

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Darragh Curran; Shane Russell, Ciaran Bourke, Sean O’Connor; Aidan Trihy, Tadhg Bourke, Sean Bourke; Jason Seward, Declan Allen; Edmond O’Halloran, Brian O’Halloran, Cillian O’Keeffe; Sean O’Connor, Padi O’Rourke, Paddy Prendergast. Subs: Kieran Connery for Shane Russell (inj, ht), Sean Fleming for Paddy Prendergast (inj, 35). Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

Kilrossanty squeeze into semi-finals Kilrossanty ………………...2-10; An Rinn ………………...…… 2-9. TRAILING by 2-9 to 1-6 with 49 minutes played in this county senior football quarter-final at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening and by 2-9 to 1-8 ten minutes later, Kilrossanty seemed destined for hurling training this week until they enacted the greatest comeback since Lazarus to book a place in this weekend’s semi final double header at the same venue. An Rinn’s fitness and team play was of a higher order than their opponents throughout and they had the opportunities to put this game to bed long before Kilrossanty’s late flourish in the final minutes of play. Leading by 2-7 to 1-5 at the end of the third quarter, An Rinn had two further goal scoring opportunities via Fearghal O Ceallaigh and man of the match Fearghal O Cuirrin but the failure to take these goals and raise a flag of any colour after the 49th minute came back to haunt them and ultimately facilitated their exit from the championship. An Rinn, in fact, had a number of goal scoring chances, the first as early as the third minute when Fearghal O Cuirrin’s ground strike came back off the upright. O Cuirrin’s speed was electric over the hour during which he opened up the Kilrossanty defence at will. It

was the Comeragh club who opened the scoring though with a well worked move by Tommy Prendergast and Joey Veale being finished to the net by Paul Whyte. In a low scoring first half, it was speed again that brought An Rinn back into the game when Liam O Lonain lofted over 0-2 inside the 5th minute. There was no further scoring until a Corey De Roiste pointed free levelled matters in the 17th minute and Feraghal O Cuirrin gave the Gaeltacht men the lead two minutes later, 0-4 to 1-0. It was clear that Kilrossanty were struggling in all sectors, illustrated by the fact that all their first half scores came from the same player, Paul Whyte, including their last two points from placed balls with either leg. In between these points, Cian O Conchubair, who replaced the injured Liam O Lonain in the 23rd minute, provided for a fine point by Jamie De Baruin as the sides entered the dressing rooms as they began, on level terms. An Rinn kicked six wides to Kilrossanty’s two and won nine frees as against two. With the strong easterly wind at their back, one would expect Kilrossanty to up their game on the restart but no sooner was the ball thrown in, Fearghal O Ceallaigh planted it in the town end goal to put an encouraging look on the

scoreboard from An Rinn’s perspective at 1-5 to 1-2. Corey De Roiste added a pointed free six minutes later before Declan Fitzgerald placed the hardworking Alan Quinn for the winners’ first score of the second moiety. Paul Whyte narrowed the difference to 1-6 to 1-4 from a Pa Cunningham pass before Fearghal O Cuirrin brought some life into the both the game and the attendance with a goal in the town end in the 41st minute after an initial super stop by Darren Mulhearne, 2-6 to 1-4. A lifeless and indisciplined Kilrossanty went further behind to a Corey De Roiste pointed free before Paul Whyte, who was surprisingly moved out field along with Joey Veale from time to time in an effort to counteract An Rinn’s supremacy, left the scoreboard reading 2-7 to 1-5 at the end of the third quarter. Fearghal O Cuirrin was central to most of An Rinn’s scoring opportunities and he and the very hardworking Lorcan O Corraoin put Fearghal O Ceallaigh in for a white flag with a different colour one also a possibility. Pa Cunningham, from a Joey Veale pass kept Kilrossanty someway in touch by the 47th minute at 2-8 to 1-5 before Fearghal O Cuirrin again tore through the winners’ defence to

bring a great save out of custodian Mulhearne at the expense of a ‘45’. O Cuirrin kicked An Rinn’s final score in the 49th minute. A suggestiion of a Kilrossanty victory at this stage would not have been taken seriously and even after a brace of Paul Whyte pointed frees in the 52nd and 58th minutes which left 0-4 the difference at 2-9 to 1-8. Four minutes of added time were announced which was music to the despairing ears in the Kilrossanty camp and the game’s momentum swung in a flash in the 59th minute when the wind assisted Barry Prendergast’s long delivery was characteristically fielded under pressure by Paul Whyte just inside the 20 metre line where he was fouled with a penalty resulting. Whyte himself converted the kick and on the stroke of normal time Kilrossanty were very much, if surprisingly in contention for a win on a score of 2-9 to 2-8. Many of the other Kilrossanty players awoke from their match long slumber and with continuity of winning possession it was Whyte again who levelled the match for the first time in the half on receipt of the size 5 from Joey Veale after An Rinn lost possession, via stalwart defending by Stephen Prendergast, on a rare visit at this late stage into the Kilrossanty half.

Kilrossanty’s key forward was responsible for 2-8 of his team’s winning tally and no score was greeted with louder acclaim from the stand than his 62nd minute pointed free which put his team into the Conway Cup semi-finals. Emmet Doherty’s men not only got out of jail here, they got out of Alcatraz and a repeat performance against the Nire this weekend will indeed end their championship year in the coming days. An Rinn will find this defeat a bitter pill to swallow as they put in a brilliant shift but at the end of the day they didn’t take all of their goal chances, missed a few frees and importantly didn’t score in the last 18 minutes of action with the final whistle sounding, after further added time required, in the 67th minute. Kilrossanty’s Top Three: Paul Whyte, Alan Quinn, Darren Mulhearne. An Rinn’s Top Three: Fearghal O Cuirrin, Lorcan O Corraoin, Tadhg O hUallachain. Observer’s Man of the Match: Paul Whyte. Number of Scorers: Kilrossanty 3. An Rinn 5. Scores from Play: Kilrossanty 1-4. An Rinn 2-6. Frees For: Kilrossanty 17. An Rinn 19. Wides: Kilrossanty 4. An Rinn 6.

Score of the Match: An Rinn’s 41st minute goal scored by Fearghal O Cuirrin which gave his side a 2-6 to 1-4 lead. Scorers – Kilrossanty: Paul Whyte 2-8 (1-5f), Alan Quinn and Pa Cunningham 0-1 each. An Rinn: Fearghal O Cuirrin 1-2, Fearghal O Ceallaigh 1-1, Corey De Roiste 0-3f, Liam O Lonain 0-2, Jamie De Baruin 0-1. Kilrossanty: Darren Mulhearne; Barry Predergast, Mark Prendergast, Conor Hayes; Killian Whelan, Stephen Prendergast, Pa Whyte; Osgar De Paor, Tommy Prendergast; Donal Fitzgerald, Alan Quinn, Niall Walsh; Pa Cunningham, Joey Veale, Paul Whyte. Subs: Paul Keating for Osgar De Paor (33). An Rinn: Odhran O hUallachain; Cillian O Murchadha, Shane O Cuirrin, Darach O Cathasaigh; Jamie De Baruin, Ray O Ceallaigh, Tadhg O hUallachain; Shane O Ceallaigh, Ferdia O hAodha; Fearghal O Ceallaigh, Corey De Roiste, Lorcan O Corraoin; Paddy O Murchadha, Fearghal O Cuirrin, Liam O Lonain. Fir Ionaid: Cian O Conchubair do Liam O Lonain (inj, 23), Eoghan Breathnach do Fearghal O Ceallaigh (inj, 61), Conor Mac Diarmada do Padraig O Murchadha (inj, 65). Referee: Tom Dee (John Mitchels).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Senior Football Championship Quarter-Final

Nire’s second half display denies Rathgormack Nire ………………………… 0-12; Rathgormack ……………… 0-9. THE teams were level on a score of 0-6 apiece at half-time in the first senior football quarter-final of the weekend at a Fraher Field venue that was lacking of real championship atmostphere last Friday evening. Patrons paid €1,050 to view the double header at the venue but left none the wiser really as the championship, on these two fixtures has still to burst into life. County football manager Tom McClinchey viewed both games and he must surely have been impressed with Rathgormack’s young captain Conor Murray who gave a masterful display of the big ball game. Nire’s Conor Gleeson was an absentee here as he is serving a two-match suspension from the St. Saviours game which it is thought is being appealed by his club. After Rathgormack’s heavy defeat to Clashmore/Kinsalebeg the previous week, the half-time score here of 0-6 each would be regarded as a surprise but the Eastern side were fully deserving of equality with their scores coming

from Jason Curry, 0-5 (3f, 1’45’) and their number 9 Robbie Flynn. Four different players worked the scoreboard for the Nire in the first moiety via Brian Wall, 0-3 (2f), Jamie Barron, Darren Guiry (f) and Dylan Guiry. Nire upped their performance somewhat in a second half that they won by double scores. Darren Guiry was the only scorer from a free in the second half as the play in this cross Comeragh derby opened up somewhat. Wingback James McGrath, the ever ready Liam Lawlor with two points from play, Dylan Guiry and Jamie Barron again and substitute Keith Guiry also contributed to Nire’s winning margin. Conor Murray was the only Rathgormack player to raise a flag in the second half but his tally of 0-3 wasn’t sufficient to cause an upset here as the Nire, as expected, advanced once more to the last four in the Conway Cup. Despite this positive display Rathgormack won’t be happy overall with their championship year as they continue to try and build on under 21 successes in recent years while the outcome of any possible

appeal by the Nire on behalf of Conor Glesson to the appeals committee on behalf of the Waterford County Board prior to the publication of this week’s paper would have been awaited with keen interest by followers of the game. Scorers – Nire: Brian Wall 0-3 (2f), Liam Lawlor 0-2, Jamie Barron 0-2, Dylan Guiry 0-2, James McGrath 0-1, Darren Guiry 0-2f. Rathgormack: Jason Curry 0-5 (3f, 1’45’), Conor Murray 0-3, Robbie Flynn 0-1. Nire: Dermot Ryan, Thomas O’Gorman, Justin Walsh; Seamus Lawlor, Martin Walsh, James McGrath; Craig Guiry, Dylan Guiry; Jamie Barron, Brian Wall, Shane Ryan; Maurice O’Gorman, Darren Guiry, Liam Lawlor. Subs: Keith Guiry for Dermot Ryan, Shane Walsh for Craig Guiry, Kenny Brazil for Liam Lawlor, Jake Mulcahy for Seamus Lawlor. Rathgormack: Michael Crotty, Padraig Larkin, Ciaran Fogarty; Brendan Behan, Conor Walsh, Robbie Flynn; Brian Fogarty, Ronan Cahill; Ronan Crotty, Jason Curry, Liam Mulligan; Paul Drohan, Jamie Kirwan, Conor Murray. Subs: Ger Kirwan for Robbie Flynn, Dean Kirwan for Ciaran Fogarty, Daniel Crotty for Brian Fogarty. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Referee John Condon (An Rinn) pictured with team captains Shane Ryan (Nire) and Conor Murray (Rathgormack).

Stradbally stumble into semi-finals Stradbally ………………… 0-12; Ardmore ……………………. 1-7. COUNTY champions Stradbally survived a late assault by Ardmore on their title in the second game at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. This was certainly not the Reds that we have come to know and respect at this stage of the championship over the years and a similar lack lustre performance in the penultimate game of this year’s Conway Cup could well see them forsake their position at the top of Deise county football. One might be tempted to put Stradbally’s performance down to complacency against a supposedly inferior opposition but they did lead by double scores at 0-12 to 0-6 with just eight minutes of normal time remaining. Credit Ardmore, they never gave up the ghost throughout the hour and

when Tommy Power netted the only goal of the game in the 61st minute, it initiated squeaky bum time for the cham-pions. The first half action was played out even enough with Stradbally leading at the short whistle by 0-8 to 0-5 before Ardmore won the second half by 1-2 to 0-4. The teams were level in the tenth minute of the game when Kenny Murphy and Eoin O’Brien and Daniel Weldon and David Gartland traded minors. Ardmore custodian Sean Barron pointed a ‘45’ before Stradbally squandered four scoring opportunities in a row. The Reds compensated for same by raising four white flags uninterrupted via Shane Lannon, Michael Walsh (2) and Shane Aherne as the contest was heading along expected lines in their favour at 0-6 to 0-3. Ardmore were

JJ Kavanagh & Sons County Intermediate Hurling Co. Final Friday 28th October 2016 in Fraher Field at 7:30pm DUNHILL V LISMORE THERE are no meaningful championship games for club hurlers during the summer and depending on one’s progression in the intermediate grade and others there is now no rest for them in the rush to get county representatives at the starting line for the Munster club series. This week’s County intermediate final will be ‘’followed’’ on Sunday by the winners playing Cork champions Bandon in Cloughdough and like many times in the past this is a ridiculous situation which have no doubt about it will not change. Lismore and Dunhill are sure to bring a large attendance to the

far from throwing in the towel though and further late half points by Shane Aherne and Eoin O’Brien were counteracted by James Kennedy (f) and a second Kenny Murphy score to leave just one kick of the size 5 the difference as the teams headed for the dressing rooms. Michael Sweeney replaced John Coffey for the champions for a low scoring and fairly uneventful second half until its dying minutes. Stradbally dominated the third quarter with two Shane Aherne points from play and a third score by Michael Walsh from a Kevin Lawlor pass. Paddy Kiely drove a good goal chance wide in the 39th minute at the town end but Ardmore did not score at all in the third quarter despite some well won possession. Stephen Keating grabbed their

first score of the second half in the 50th minute and two minutes later substitute Michael Sweeney pointed what was to be the winners’ last score, 0-12 to 0-6. There was no further scoring for all of five minutes until Tommy Power lofted over an Ardmore pointed free in the 57th minute. The seasiders continued to press forward and they were rewarded in the 61st minute for their match long efforts when David Gartland and Stephen Keating placed Tommy Power for a cooly taken goal in a crowded area. Ardmore came back up the field twice more but the score(s) they required evaded them and Stradbally were happy to hear the final whistle in the 63rd minute. Out of the game through illness, Seamus Keating was brought on the field in added time in the

second half but it was way too late to make any impression on proceedings. Though exiting the championship, Ardmore will be happy with their display here against the reigning title holders while the latter have it all to do on this showing to hold on to the Conway Cup. Stradbally kicked nine wides over the hour and Ardmore six. Scorers – Stradbally: Shane Aherne 0-4 (1f), Michael Walsh 0-3, Eoin O’Brien 0-2, Daniel Weldon, Shane Lannon and Michael Sweeney 0-1 each. Ardmore: Tommy Power 1-1 (1f), Kenny Murphy 0-2, David Gartland and Stephen Keating 0-1 each, Seam Barron 0-1 ‘45’, James Kennedy 0-1f. Stradbally: Cathal Cusack,

Kevin Lawlor, Jack Mullaney; Tommy Connors, Shane Lannon, Tony Grey; Michael Walsh, Shane Aherne; Paul Tobin, Paddy Kiely, Daniel Weldon; John Coffey Robert Aherne, Eoin O’Brien. Sub: Michael Sweeney for John Coffey (ht). Ardmore: Sean Barron; Daniel Power, Declan Prendergast, Michael Cronin; Niall Hennessy, Seamus Prendergast, Richie Hennessy; Eoin Conway, David Gartland; Tom Power, Wayne Hennessy, James Kennedy; John O’Brien, Kenny Murphy, Stephen Keating. Subs: Sean Duggan for Eoin Conway (53), Declan Fitzgerald for Niall Hennessy (59), Seamus Keating for John O’Brien (63). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Gaultier).

Lismore favourites to return to senior ranks

Shandon venue this Friday, the evening before Dunhill player Shane Casey’s wedding. Dunhill first won this title 50 years ago in 1966 when they defeated Ardmore by 4-6 to 2-4. They were one of the powerhouses of Waterford senior hurling in the 1970’s and 80’s winning back-to-back titles in 1978 and ’79 as well as contesting four other finals in 1972 and three in-a-row from 1980 to 1982. In the present day Dunhill played very well against Portlaw in 2015 in the Eastern intermediate final before losing out narrowly with Portlaw going all the way to senior ranks. They proved too strong against a young Ferrybank team in their divisional final last week despite the enforced withdrawal of key player Shane Casey through injury early in the match. They won the 2011 title after a replay against

Tourin on a score of 0-10 to 1-6 while they lost three finals, in 1999 against Shamrocks by 1-12 to 0-7, in 2001 against Fourmilewater by 1-14 to 2-7 and as recently as 2013 against Ardmore by 0-23 to 2-13. Eamonn Murphy was their leader on the field in their recent title win, scoring 2-9 and he surely is one to be watched in Friday’s decider. Dunhill are well served in goal by Ryan Butler and by a defence that includes Thomas Dunbar, Jason Phelan, Conor Quinn, Thomas Casey, David Raher and Darryl Swift and this sextet conceded no goal in the Eastern final. Eoin Ryan and David Phelan with an option of Noel Murphy form a strong midfield sector while much will depend on the availability of Shane Casey in the forwards to share the scoring burden with Eamonn Murphy. Cillian Bonner

and Jamie Burns also know where the posts are and other players likely to see county final action include Michael and Eoghan Casey, Bryan Cunningham and Niall Burns. This is a big ask for a Dunhill side, who however are not to be taken likely in their quest to return to the senior ranks after a few years in exile. Lismore hit top form in the western final last Saturday against Modeligo and they will enter this Friday’s final as favourites to return to senior ranks at the first time of asking. Their uninterrupted lengthy stay in the senior grade from 1969 to 2015 is a credit to all concerned with the club over the years and no doubt their burning ambition is to return to the top grade sooner rather than later. Well, this opportunity is there for them this Friday and if they can reproduce their form against Mod-

eligo then there is no doubt but that their name will be in the draw for the 2017 senior championship in the new year. Seanie Barry will once again man the goal and will be fronted by Pat Hennessy, David Prendergast and perhaps Aaron Whelan or Sean Reaney in the full line. Team Captain Paudie Prendergast will return after his recent suspension and he may slot in at number 6 or be utilised elsewhere such was Ray Barry’s dominance in this spot in the western final. Micheal Fitzgerald and Eoin Bennett may well be vying for the remaining place in the half line. John Prendergast is hurling out of his skin at the moment at mid field and Stevie Barry is also impressing in all his outings in this sector. It’s no surprise that the Shanahan brothers, Dan and

Maurice are the main scoring threats up front as they are ideal targets for the high ball delivery. They scored 2-9 between them last week with Dan turning back the clock with a man of the match performance. Minor Jack Prendergast is also a score getter while Jordan Shanahan, captain last week, also knows where the posts are. Brendan Landers is expected to start while Peter O’Keeffe can hold on to his corner forward position after his display in the western final with Brian Bennett, Philip O’Keeffe and Eric O’Sullivan also vying for game time. This game should be well worth a visit to the Shandon venue on Friday, the only pity is that another county final is being played under lights which one and all knows are not suitable to the game of hurling. Forecast: Lismore.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 October, 2016

Gaelic Jottings Gunners on fire BALLYGUNNER justified their all year favouritism to win this year’s senior hurling title when running out 4-20 to 1-12 winners against Passage at Walsh Park last Sunday. An attendance of 3,811 paid over €25,000 to witness the Gunners capture their third title in-a-row and goals from Tim O'Sullivan, Billy O'Keeffe, Stephen Power and Pauric Mahony were vital ingredients in their winning formula. Full-back Noel Connors opened the scoring for Passage but O'Sullivan and the prolific O'Keeffe raised green flags in the first-half and the winners led by the narrowest of margins – 2-5 to 0-10 – at the halfway stage. Backed by a strong wind, a commanding second-half display put the end result beyond any doubt from a long way out. Ballygunner outscored their opponents by 2-15 to 1-2 after the resumption and Mahony finished as top scorer with an individual haul of 1-11. All roads lead to Thurles this weekend for Ballygunner’s Munster club championship game v Thurles Sarsfields which has the potential to be the match of the year. The game is also being shown live on GAA BEO at 2 p.m.

‘Old Firm’ County Final THE scene is set for a Kilrossanty v Stradbally county junior senior attached football final after both clubs advanced to the decider last weekend. Stradbally had a most convincing win over a depleted An Rinn team on the score of 4-16 to 1-5 in Colligan while Kilrossanty were put to the pin of their collar at the Burgery grounds before beating the Brickeys by 0-12 to 0-8.

2017 Munster GAA Championship Draws THE draws for the 2017 Munster Under 17, Minor and Under 21 Hurling and Football competitions took place on Thursday October 20th. Waterford are at home in all championships except the under 17 hurling which now takes the place of the minor grade. Under 21 Hurling: QF: Tipperary v Limerick. Winners v Clare. SF: Waterford v Cork. Under 21 Football: QF: Kerry v Clare. Winners v Waterford. QF: Tipperary v Limerick. Winners v Cork. Under 17 Hurling: QF: Kerry v Clare. Winners v Waterford. Cork v Limerick. Winners v Tipperary. Under 17 Football: QF: Clare v Tipperary. Winners v Kerry. Cork v Waterford. Winners v Limerick

Western Board Fixtures Saturday, 29th Oct. Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Semi-Finals Modeligo v Ballinacourty in Fraher Field at 3 pm. Geraldines v Dungarvan in Fraher Field at 4.30 pm The finalists in the Western intermediate football championship will be known this weekend with the more prepared Ballinacourty and Geraldines in poll position to contest the decider at the expense of recently hurling involved Modeligo and Dungarvan. West Under 21 Hurling Saturday 29th Oct. Ballyduff Upper v Brickey Rangers in

Cappoquin at 2 pm. Ardmore v Cloch na Cuinne in Bushy Park at 2 pm. There is no form book ahead of these games with a guess of Brickeys and Ardmore advancing to the next round. Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached-Round 6 Monday, 31st Oct: Kilgobinet v Ballysaggart in Bohadoon at 12 noon. Both these clubs may prefer to have this match played earlier in the Bank Holiday weekend. They drew the last time just a fortnight ago and there is no saying this might not happen again.

Olympic boxer wins hurling medal OLYMPIC boxer Adam Nolan was delighted to win his first Wexford SHC medal recently. The garda was an unused sub for holders Oulart-The Ballagh who edged out Cloughbawn at Innovative Wexford Park to claim their 13th senior crown. With new Wexford manager Davy Fitzgerald looking on, Adam's brother Darren pocketed his 10th Wexford SHC medal.

14 County Finals played last Sunday Football Cavan SFC final replay Castlerahan 0-8; Ramor United 0-10. Clare SFC final replay Cratloe 0-6; Kilmurry-Ibrickane 2-13, Cusack Park. Galway SFC final Corofin 0-16; Salthill-Knocknacarra 0-11, Pearse Stadium. London SFC final. St. Kiernans 0-12; Tir Chonaill Gaels 0-5, Greenford. Roscommon SFC final Padraig Pearses 2-7; St. Brigid's 2-14, Kiltoom. Hurling Ulster club SHC final Loughgiel (Antrim) 1-13; Slaughtneil (Derry) 2-14, Athletic Grounds. Laois SHC final replay Borris-Kilcotton 1-18; Rathdowney-Errill 2-10, O'Moore Park. Leitrim SHC final Carrick 1-6; Cluainin Iomaint 0-14, Pairc Sean Mac Diarmada. Limerick SHC final Ballybrown 1-7; Patrickswell 1-26, Gaelic Grounds. Mayo SHC final Ballyhaunis 2-12; Tooreen 1-15, Tooreen. Meath SHC final Killyon 1-13; Kiltale 0-17, Pairc Tailteann. Offaly SHC final Birr 1-15; St. Rynagh's 2-16, O'Connor Park. Waterford SHC final Ballygunner 4-20; Passage 1-12, Walsh Park. Westmeath SHC final Clonkill 1-13; Raharney 2-18, Cusack Park. Wicklow SHC final replay Bray Emmets 1-17; Carnew Emmets 1-6, Aughrim.

Club Players’ Association imminent A GAA Club Players’ Association (CPA) could be up and running within three weeks. Former Monaghan selector Declan Brennan - who managed Clontibret to four county SFC successes - is one of the driving forces behind the new body and says he is acting out of concern for the welfare of club players. The aim of the new body is to give a voice to club players in the same way that the GPA represents the interests of county footballers and hurlers. "I think what most players - and remember inter-county players are club players too - want is a proper closed season where they can get the proper rest and plan their lives better," he tells The Irish Independent. "There's no doubt, players want to see the intercounty season condensed. I don't have a mandate to speak on any-

Waterford Under 21 All-Ireland Hurling winners 2016 visit Carechoice Nursing Home Abbeyside, pictured with Maurice McHugh, who holds his 1948 winners medal and the James Nowlan All-Ireland Cup 2016. Players pictured left to right: Left to right: Patrick Curran, Darragh Lyons, Conor Prunty and Gavin Power.

one's behalf and I'm just trying to get this up and running. "But it will happen. We're not looking for something like the Gaelic Players Association. We're not looking for money from the GAA. We're not trying to build anything for the future. The GPA has done great work but has become immersed in the GAA now. "We just want to pull people together, gather views and make those views strongly known. It's not a long-term thing. Something has to happen within months."

New Football Championship proposal THE GAA has released a more detailed document outlining proposals for a new GAA Football Championship structure. This is an expanded version of the document presented by the Director General Páraic Duffy at Croke Park on August 4 last and aims to address some of the issues raised at the time of the original publication. It is hoped that the release of this publication and its appendices will inform debate and discussion on the topic in the coming weeks and months. It’s fairly detailed to say the least and reading it will shorten the winter when the hour changes this weekend.

Trial Run for ‘The Mark’ 'THE Mark' is to be implemented in the Independent.ie Higher Education GAA Senior Football League Division 1. Ahead of its full roll out across all Gaelic football competitions on January 1st, Central Council have granted Comhairle Ardoideachais permission to implement the rule in the college competition due to take place this month. Sixteen third level institutes from all four provinces take part

in the 31 fixtures in Division 1 of the Senior Football League to determine the home of the Ryan Cup for the winter months. All of these fixtures will be refereed by members of the National Football Referee panel. Both the colleges and referees involved have received training so that all players, managers and referees can implement the rule. The feedback from these fixtures shall greatly inform the training requirements for all players, coaches, referees and administrators in relation to 'The Mark'. Ard Chomhairle have defined the Rule as follows; When a player catches the ball cleanly from a Kick-Out without it touching the ground, on or past the 45m line nearest the kick out point, he shall be awarded a ‘Mark’ by the Referee. The player awarded a ‘Mark’ shall have the options of (a) Taking a free kick or (b) Playing on immediately.

‘’It’s Not About Money’’....Jayo JASON Sherlock says money and resources have nothing to do with the size of Dublin's backroom team. A photograph emerged after the All-Ireland final showing a 23-strong backroom team celebrating the Dubs' fourth Sam Maguire Cup success in six seasons. It was an image that caused envy in other counties and led to claims that the Dubs' success is being bankrolled. But 'Jayo' doesn't agree: "In relation to that picture I think Jim's father was in it and maybe two or three members of the county board but everyone that was in it are volunteers as far as I know - excluding Bryan Cullen." "I don't know how many volunteers are with other counties. All I know is I was asked by Jim to see if I could assist and I'm happy to do it. I don't know what's going on elsewhere. "I understand there is always going to be that

debate about Dublin and all that but as far as I'm concerned it was the same situation when I played. We had the biggest population and the biggest resources but we didn't have success."

Scór Na Seachtaine AN Rinn’s 41st minute goal in their SFC quarter final game against Kilrossanty at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening scored by Fearghal O Cuirrin which gave his side a 2-6 to 1-4 lead.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Western Juvenile Hurling Final on Sunday, August 28th between Dungarvan and Tallow. ‘’ Dungarvan Retain Title in Thriller.’’ Dungarvan 4-4; Tallow 1-9.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the families of Mikey Costin, Kilmaloo, Clashmore and Mrs. Tess Drummy, Ballinagoul, An Rinn who died over the weekend. Sympathy is also extended on the death of Mrs. Terry Lyons, McCarthyville, Abbeyside, whose family have long associations with the Dungarvan Club. The death also took place of former Waterford senior hurling goalkeeper Pat Flynn from Grantstown, father of this year’s county under 21 hurling selector Paul Flynn to whose family sympathy is extended. Leaba i measc na Naomh acu go leir. As a mark of respect to all families a minute’s silence was held before championship games in Walsh Park and in Dungarvan over the weekend and the National Flag was flown at half mast.

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Club Focus FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Sunday, 20th October, 1996. COUNTY INTERMEDIATE HURLING FINAL

Villagers back in senior ranks Abbeyside ....................................................... 0-1; Ferrybank ...................................................... 0-14. ABBEYSIDE hurlers came storming back from a seven point deficit at half time to lift the County Intermediate title as they dominated the second half exchanges to carve out a fully deserved victory over Eastern champions Ferrybank in a thrilling County Final played at Dungarvan’s Fraher Field on Sunday afternoon last. Thus Abbeyside, who graced the Senior grade with such distinction from 1951 to 1982, are back in the premier grade for the 1997 Championship. Their team dug deep in the second half to pull back Ferrybank’s lead, point by point, to the delight of their huge following. There were memorable scenes of excitement at the final whistle as all involved celebrated a famous victory for the Blue and Gold. DIFFICULT UNDERFOOT CONDITIONS Following the playing of the Minor and Junior

County Finals the pitch was badly cut up. Yet to the credit of both teams they contrived to serve up an epic encounter which was laced with some fine passages of hurling. Ferrybank had first use of the breeze as Abbeyside won the toss and elected to play against it in the first half. The City side led at the interval by 0-11 to 0-4. The Eastern champions had finished with a flourish as Abbeyside had struggled in various sectors. Lack of direct play up front had seen them running out of options. It was to be a much different story on the turnover as the directness of their play was in stark contrast and it reaped a rich dividend. If one factor above all else stood out here it was Abbeyside’s wonderful team spirit as they dug deep in that thrilling and oh so tense second half to haul back that seven point lead, point by point. Defeated on a replay in the 1994 IHC County final, by Erin’s Own, they, as team captain Michael Collins stated, when accepting the cup, were not going to be beaten on Sunday last as each and every one of their 17 players produced a huge effort to clinch the Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Club’s first adult County title since 1981. Abbeyside Scorers: D. Moore 0-9, M. Enright 0-4, P. Cunningham 0-2, M. Consgrave, D. Ryan and J. Moore 0-1 each. Ferrybank Scorers: M. Sutton 0-5, B. Sutton, E. Collins and A. Heffernan 0-2 each; P. Sutton, N. Heffernan and S. Ahearne 0-1 each. Abbeyside: E. Murray; P. Shields, M. Collins, G. Breen; D. Cliffe, J. Healy, D. Ryan; J. Moore, S. McGrath; J. Walsh, D. Moore, L. Hurney; M. Enright, M. Cosgrave, P. Cunningham. Subs: A. Ryan for P. Shields; J. Foley for L. Hurney. Ferrybank: P. Doherty; J. Heffernan, S. Ahearne, J. Buggy; M. Corcoran, J. Burns, L. Howard; P. Sutton, T. Frisby; N. Heffernan, B. Sutton, A. Heffernan; B. Ryan, M. Sutton, E. Collins. Sub: P. Moore for J. Buggy. Referee: M. Wadding (Roanmore).

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THE NIRE v KILROSSANTY Sunday, 30th October, 2016 in Fraher Field at 7 p.m.

BALLINACOURTY v STRADBALLY Nire v Kilrossanty The long drawn out County senior football championship reaches its penultimate stage this weekend with Ballinacourty and the Nire, on the form of all four teams in the semi-final games, favourites to contest the final the following week. The Nire and Kilrossanty kick off proceedings at the over used Shandon venue on Saturday evening and it will be a surprise of monumental proportions if Kilrossanty lower the colours of their cross mountain rivals. The absence of Conor Gleeson for the Nire, who received a two match suspension from the St. Saviours game, may be a help to Kilrossanty but the 2014 champions should have enough in the tank to get back into the county decider. Kilrossanty last reached the final in 2000 when Sunday’s opponents beat them by 1-11 to 1-8. Previous to this Kilrossanty defeated Nire in the 1989 final on a score of 1-4 to 1-3. Nire weren’t over impressive themselves against Rathgormack last weekend and they too will be striving for a better performance this time round. With a place in the final at stake, one would expect to see a display more like the Nire are capable of. Nire have a very balanced look about their side on paper and if they can turn this into reality out on

the pitch they will prove very difficult to beat. Players such as Thomas O’Gorman, Liam Lawlor, Jamie Barron, team captain Shane Ryan, Craig, Darren and Dylan Guiry will be expected to lead their search for county final spot and it will take a huge effort from Kilrossanty to deprive them of this. Kilrossanty are very fortunate indeed to be in the last four after their poor display against An Rinn last weekend. The Comeragh club is over reliant on Paul Whyte for their scores and if the Nire can hatch a plan to curb his affect on the game then their path to the final will be all the more easier. The injured David Power is also a big loss to Emmet Doherty’s charges as the absence of his workrate and influence on last week’s game was evident. Others will have to step up to the mark without him and leadership for the full hour this time will be essential from such as Tommy Prendergast, Joey Veale, Stephen Prendergast and Niall Walsh if the green and gold are to bridge a 16 year gap and reach the final. Forecast: Nire Stradbally v Ballinacourty Going on last week’s games, this is one opportunity for Ballinacourty to get one over their modern day rivals Stradbally. Many are of the opinion that Stradbally just do enough to get into finals and there

is truth in this but their form last week against Ardmore must question its full validity and their capabilities at present to retain their title. The Reds are the kingpins of Deise football for years and if they can come through Saturday’s game as winners, then this will only confirm their greatness yet again. Michael Walsh and the Ahernes, Robert and Shane, Kevin Lawlor, Paddy Kiely Shane Lannon and Tony Grey will again be at the front of their attack on another important championship win. The Reds have contested every county final since 2009 and many followers of the game will back them to continue this record on Saturday. Ballinacourty will be happy with their display last week but they will also be only too aware of the challenge ahead of them this Saturday. ‘Courty looked like likely winners in the county final last year but when Stradbally upped their intensity a few gears in the second half they had no answer to the Reds. Saturday will tell us if Ballinacourty have learned and improved from this and at the same time also tell us can the champions repeat such a performance. ‘Courty have the ability to win the game and we will learn if they have the will when the chips are down. They are a well balanced team with leaders such as Brian Looby, Shane Briggs and Richie Foley in defence, Conor Prunty and David Collins in the middle of the field and Patrick and Gary Hurney, the injury plagued Mark Ferncombe and Michael O’Halloran up front. This is a game that is sure to bring a fine attendance to the Shandon venue, the pity again being that such attractive fixtures cannot be played in daylight. Forecast: Ballinacourty.

Munster Intermediate Hurling Championship (quarter-finals) Sunday, 29th October, 2016 in Cloughduv at 2 p.m. DUNHILL/LISMORE V BANDON (CORK) EITHER Lismore or Dunhill will be heading to Cloughduv this Sunday, October 29th to take on Cork cham-

pions Bandon in the Munster club quarter-finals. Bandon beat Fermoy in the county final by 1-20 to 1-14 after beating Kilworth in the quarter final by 2-17 to 1-18 and then Mallow in the semis by 2-12 to 2-11. The Bandon club is on the crest of a wave at present as the County intermediate football title has also been won since the hurling triumph.

Munster Junior Hurling Championship (Quarter-Finals) Saturday, 29th October, 2016 in Walsh Park at 2 p.m. BALLYDUFF LOWER V KILGARVAN (KERRY) RECENTLY crowned Waterford junior hurling champions Ballyduff Lower will welcome Kerry intermediate side Kilgarvan to Walsh Park this Saturday for the quarter finals of the Munster club championship. Kilgarvan Hurling and Football

Club was founded in 1889 Five years after the GAA was founded in Thurles. Kilgarvan won the Kerry Senior Hurling Championship in 1953, 1956 and 1958. The Kerry men reached the Munster junior club final in 2008 being defeated by Dripsey from Cork. Ballyduff were comprehensive winners of the Waterford title in Dungarvan last Saturday and

hopefully the celebrations will be out of their system ahead of this game. So soon after a county final, the Munster club series can be taken one way or another. Hopefully, the Ballyduff men, capably led by their manager Neil O’Sullivan and selectors Anthony and Dermot Whelan all year will win this one and set up a chance of reaching a Munster final in the weeks ahead.

WESTERN BOARD RESULTS AND FIXTURES FIXTURES SATURDAY, 29th OCTOBER Under 21 Hurling – Ballyduff Upper v. Brickey Rangers in Cappoquin at 2.00 p.m.; Ardmore v. Cloch na Cuinne in Bushy Park at 2.00 p.m. Radley Engineering Intermediate Football Semi-Finals – Modeligo v. Ballinacourty in Fraher Field at 3.00 p.m.; Geraldines v. Dungarvan in Fraher Field at 4.30 p.m.

MONDAY, 31st OCTOBER Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Intermediate Attached-Round 6 – Kilgobinet v. Ballysaggart in Bohadoon at 12 noon. RESULTS Lawlors Hotel Junior Football Final – Emmetts 2-5, Shamrocks 1-7. Comeragh Oil Intermediate Hurling Final – Lismore 2-15, Modeligo 1-11.

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Shamrocks Juvenile Juvenile Shamrocks Ladies Football Football Ladies U-15 COUNTY FINAL Shamrocks 0-8; Clashmore 0-6. Last Sunday morning, we travelled to Bushy Park to play Clashmore in the rescheduled U-15 County Final. Having suffered a defeat to the same opposition in the league section of the competition earlier in the year, we came into this game knowing that we were facing a tough game. Playing with the slight breeze in the first half we began the game in whirlwind fashion and with the Clashmore defence unable to get the ball out of their half in the opening minutes, we pressed for an early lead. Our pressure soon paid off with points from Aobhla Motherway and two superb Leanne Sheehan efforts. Clashmore then settled into the game and replied with a brace of points before Catherine Hynes restored our three point lead. Both teams then exchanged points as the game began to open up. Just before half-time, Clashmore broke through for a goal effort which was destined for the net before an Anna Stewart block diverted the ball out to safety for a ‘45. Having dominated the first half, and but for some poor finishing and good Clashmore goalkeeping, we went in at half-time with just a slender two point lead. On the resumption the game flowed from end to end with both defenses still on top. It looked as if a goal would prove vital, and we created our best opportunity midway through the half when Rebecca McSweeney was put through by Caitlin Pratt. Rebecca's shot was destined for the corner of the net but was denied by a superb diving save from the Clashmore goalkeeper. A pointed free from Rebecca McSweeney who had taken over the free taking duties kept our lead at three points. With Clashmore pressing, Joanne Lonergan made a 50 yard solo run from her own full back line which forced a free which was calmly dispatched by Rebecca McSweeney, once again stretching our lead to four points. Clashmore soon replied with a point to leave just a goal between the sides as the game entered the closing minutes. Clashmore piled on the pressure in those minutes as they sought to get that equalizing goal. As the game went deep injury time Clashmore looked to have got that goal but for a superb reflex save from goalkeeper Olivia Mason who diverted a Clasmore pile driver over the bar. That would prove to be Clashmore's last chance as the referee blew the final whistle to joyous scenes as we claimed our first county title in this grade. This was a superb team performance with all the girls making a huge contribution to what was a very sporting game. Olivia Mason making her debut in goals, produced two stunning saves and was coolness personified with her kick outs. In front of her Doireann Ormonde and Amy O'Brien formed a rock solid full back line repelling countless Clashmore attacks. Despite both our half backs of Anna Stewart and Rachel Roche picking up injuries during the game, the Clashmore forwards got little change from both girls. In midfield Catherine Hynes produced her usual dynamo performance with Rebecca McSweeney producing a captain's performance beside her. Our half forward line of player of the match Joanne Lonergan and Leanne Sheehan caused the Clashmore back line all sorts of problems. Our inside forward line of Caitlin Pratt and Aobhla Motherway also chipped in with some vital scores, rounding off what was an outstanding team performance. Team: Olivia Mason, Amy O'Brien, Doireann Ormonde, Anna Stewart, Rachel Roche, Catherine Hynes, Rebecca McSweeney, Joanne Lonergan, Leanne Sheahan, Aobhla Motherway, Caithlin Pratt, Ellen Ryan, Jessica McSweeney, Leanne Costigan, Caoimhe Casey, Emma Roche, Anna McDonnell Clare O'Keeffe, Abbey Morrissey.

GET WELL SOON Best wishes to Anna Stewart who sustained a chip fracture to her wrist during the game last Sunday. Anna sustained the injury making a goal saving tackle in the first half which didn’t prevent her from produced an outstanding performance in the second half despite the injury. BEST OF LUCK Best of luck to the Shamrocks Ladies club players who will be playing with both Knoackanore NS and Tallow NS in their respective Primary Schools Semi-Finals this Thursday. Hopefully both teams will reach the Western Finals in November. CLUB GEAR Club Gear for anyone who missed the first issue has been ordered and is due to be delivered in 2-3 weeks time. Our thanks to Eamonn Lonergan and Knockanore Cheese for their support with purchasing the gear. It was much appreciated! THANKS As last Sunday’s U-15 County Final was our last game of the year it closes out what was a very successful 2016. Our thanks to all the players from U-8 up to U-16 for their efforts during the year. Our thanks also to the parents for bringing the girls to training and matches each week and for the support to the teams on the sideline. We look forward to starting all over again in 2017!

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