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Appeal made for information after theft of trader’s takings By Paul Mooney A MARKET trader who had her entire day’s takings stolen during the West Waterford Festival of Food has said she is very touched by the response and support she has received from the local community. Fiona Falconer, who runs ‘Wild About’, an award winning family-run Artisan producer based in County Wexford, was shocked and devastated to find that her takings for the day was stolen at the Festival of Food Market in Grattan Square last Sunday, 23rd April. This year’s Festival of Food saw thousands of people descend on Dungarvan over the weekend to attend the various food events and activities, culminating in the large Farmer and Country Market held in Grattan Square on the Sunday. The theft has caused extreme distress to both Fiona and her family, as her business is a very small company which grows its own ingredients, and being an artisan producer, their profit margins are very tight. But in a show of solidarity, local businesses and organisers of the festival who were appalled by the theft, had a ‘whip around’ for Fiona, who was amazed at the generosity and goodwill. “The empathy I’ve received from the people in West Waterford is a testament to the fact that as a community they are very cohesive,” said Fiona, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. “We have always been made very welcome when we come to Waterford and at festival time. People have been in contact with me about the theft and I’m very touched by that.”

Fiona’s stall was positioned near the centre of Grattan Square on Sunday, selling her wide range of chutneys and preserves. She was assisted on the day by her 14-year-old daughter. “We did a roaring trade on the day, better than in other years,” said Fiona. “The West Waterford Food Festival is such a great event and it is one of our key events during the year, where strong sales provide vital cashflow to our business and our family,” said Fiona. “We have traded at this wonderful festival for the past five years, and we’ve always found the festival, the town and the community to be incredibly welcoming, we do great trade and we have great fun.” Fiona said they have many returning customers year-on-year and many will know the company for its nettle products.“We are Ireland’s first commercial nettle farm,” Fiona said. “We are a tiny, organic family business and we work hard to make a living for our family, we love what we do and that’s what keeps us going,” she said. “The theft is a huge loss to us. We lost €2,000 in cash from the sale of the stock and a €500 float. “But it is not just the cash - because we’re out of pocket by another €1,700 in the cost of the stock. “It’s one thing to rob a bank, but for someone to do that to a small family-run business – I have no comeback,” Fiona said. “This has thrown us into chaos and a cashflow crisis.We have no cash for wages and we have a hole in our pocket from the cost of sales for the produce sold. All in all, it is devastating and will fundamentally affect our business,” she said. Continued on page 2

Robbie Grey and Johanna Hannon, Adrian Zygala and Gabriele Silvia – pupils from Bun Scoil Bhothar Na Naomh, Lismore, enjoy the magic of Lismore Castle as they visit the home of the ‘Towers and Tales Story Festival’. On 29th April, the Castle and historic town of Lismore provide the enchanting setting for a celebration of books that ignite the imagination of young audiences. The festival features a line-up of best-selling Irish and international writers and illustrators and lots of free activities for all ages. www.towersandtales.ie SEE PAGE 19 [Clare Keogh]

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will be another cold day with sunny spells and some scattered showers. Highest temperatures of 8 to 10 degrees in moderate northerly breezes. Overall: Less cold, but still changeable with rain or showers at times over the weekend. Wednesday night will be cold with clear spells and some scattered light showers. Winds light to moderate northwesterly. Lowest temperatures of 0 to 3 C, with frost in places, mainly in Leinster and Munster, where temperatures will be at their lowest. Thursday will be mostly cloudy, with just a few bright or sunny spells. Further showers also, but these mostly light.Top temperatures of 9 to 12 C, with light to moderate north to northwest breezes. Cool Thursday night, but with lows of 2 to 5 C, with most places likely top be frost free. Some patches of mist and fog may form close to dawn Friday. Friday will be mostly cloudy, but with occasional bright or sunny spells. Mostly dry also, with just the odd light shower.Top temperatures of 9 to 12 C, in light to moderate variable breezes. Cool overnight, with some patches of mist and fog, but frost unlikely. Saturday will be noticeably milder than of late, with top temperatures of 11 to 14 C, in moderate southerly breezes. Some bright or short sunny spells in the eastern half of the country, but mostly cloudy elsewhere. Some patchy rain or drizzle will develop also, timing uncertain, but probably in the second half of the day in Atlantic coastal counties. Mild, misty and cloudy overnight, with the rain becoming more widespread. Breezy also with fresh southeasterly winds. Staying changeable for the rest of the weekend. At this stage it looks as if Sunday will be breezy, misty and mostly cloudy, with rain in many areas, heaviest over Munster and Connacht. But turning more showery during Monday.

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Appeal made for information after theft of trader’s takings FROM FRONT PAGE “The psychological impact it has had on me and my daughter is more than the thief can ever know,” said Fiona. She made an appeal to the people of Dungarvan and wider area to help eradicate this despicable behaviour, and report anything suspicious they may have noticed in Grattan Square last Sunday, particularly between 5.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. “Nobody wants Dungarvan to be known as a place where you get robbed. “It’s not what the town is, or representative of those who live and trade there,” she said. Fiona explained that the cash was contained in two black ‘bum bags’ which were clipped under the driver’s seat of their van. Fiona and her daughter were loading the van at the rear at the end of the day’s trading. She is of the belief that the culprit(s) had her stall under surveillance. It should also be noted that at the time stallholders were packing up, so there wouldn’t have been many members of public around, as there was nothing to browse or buy - so individuals ‘hanging around’ may have been more noticeable. Fiona said there were a lot of people with hi-vis jackets around who were busy stacking barriers and clearing up, while other traders were packing up their stalls. “Everyone was busy doing their own thing - but for noone to see this happening is extraordinary,” she said, pointing out that the culprit(s) would have had to open the doors at the front of the van and reach in under the driver’s seat to unclip the two black bum bags. Fiona said she remembers two youths (both male), one possibly wearing a purple coloured jacket and a man with a black hat, beard and black jacket who were hanging around at the time. “I didn’t see anyone open the doors or disconnect and take the bum bags,” said Fiona. “It was only when we got into the crew cab to drive away, we checked and the bags were gone.” She has made an appeal to anyone who thinks they observed something suspicious on the day, no matter how insignificant they think it might be, particularly between 5.30 p.m and 6.30 p.m. to immediately contact the Gardaí and pass on the information. She also appealed for people with information on the two bum bags to come forward, or if they notice someone ‘flashing the cash’ around. “Did you notice anyone ‘flashing the cash’ on Sunday night, someone who wouldn’t normally?” she asked. “Did you see anyone with

Fiona Falconer, of ‘Wild About’, with her daughter, working on their busy stall at the Festival of Food Market in Grattan Square last Sunday. [Karen Dempsey] two black bum bags? The two black bum bags have yet to be found. If you find them, just call the Gardaí.” If anyone has observed any individuals with two black bum bags, or if they’ve come across discarded black bum bags, to immediately contact detectives

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Food Festival at Dungarvan Shopping Centre to the oncoming tourist season which bodes well for the town area and its attractions. The WLRfm outside broadcast unit was a great attraction to the centre and was popular throughout the day as customers

DUNGARVAN Shopping Centre was buzzing with activity all weekend during the Festival of Food with a programme of free entertainment including the Teddy Bears Picnic, Children’s Carousel, face painting and, of

course, great tasting food which is the core attraction of the weekend. The Plaza was thronged all weekend with retailers reporting a great trade to cap off a great Easter period and is a great start

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Food and treat tent at Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

availed of the free goody bags courtesy of WLR and Dungarvan Shopping Centre as our way of saying thanking for supporting local business. The Mad Hatter kept the crowds entertained in his inimitable fashion as only he can and he ensured the carnival mood was present all weekend on the Plaza as parents took time out for a coffee as kids were making good use of the Centre’s children’s carousel which was kept busy from start to finish. Great credit is due to the festival committee and its band of volunteers for putting together a great festival weekend which was thoroughly enjoyed by all who visited Dungarvan Shopping Centre.

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Both adults and children enjoying the Teddy Bears Picnic at Dungarvan Shopping Centre over the weekend.

Dungarvan Shopping Centre nicely filling up for the Festival of Food.

Carraig Donn sponsors of prizes for the WLRfm live broadcast from Dungarvan Shopping Centre for the Festival of Food. Pictured (l. to r.): Sean Drohan (WLR) and Siobhan Corbett (Carraig Donn).

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Roads issues raised at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District Meeting By Christy Parker DRAIN DANGER Cllr. Damien Geoghegan asked that a very wide drain at Clonea Upper which was created by works in the area in recent months be backfilled as it posed a danger to trucks and tractors. Cllr. Pat Nugent noted the drainage works as “fantastic” but concurred there was danger. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Josephine McGrath agreed it was quite deep and that the council would be addressing the matter, with two ‘lay-by’ turning zones likely to be installed there shortly, to counteract the risk. HOTEL CAR PARK Cllr. John Pratt thanked the Council for securing lease on the Lismore Hotel car park for the coming months and for the removal of bollards at it forefront. Cllr. Declan Doocey was equally grateful, noting that the council had temporarily been “held to ransom” over the issue. He said the town “couldn’t survive” the Summer without the facility, given the high volume of

coaches visiting the town. Cllr. Doocey was regretful that there was no tenant for the hotel yet and described the area was “like a dungeon” in the “dark of night” as things stood. He hoped the council’s “enterprise side” would assist if someone became interested in the property. STREET SIGN Cllr. Nugent repeated his call from a previous meeting that street names that had been removed or disappeared from Dungarvan thoroughfares should be returned, most notably that of the late former Dungarvan Town and Waterford Councillor Richard Walsh. Cllr. Geoghegan agreed, noting that the sign had now been absent for nearly two years and that the late councillor had served the area “with distinction.” FRIARY FOLLY Cllr. Tom Cronin represented the general consensus when expressing relief that the despised ‘jutting out’ footpath of the top of Friary Street had been removed. Cllr. Nugent called it a victory for the ordinary councillor against the corporate imposi-

tion. Cllr. Geoghegan felt the misguided project would not have occurred had it come before the members in the first place. “There is a lesson for everyone in it”, he observed. SHANDON SIGHT LINE Cllr. Cronin also advised that drivers exiting McDonald’s in Shandon were endangered due to “terribly bad” sight line to their left and “a number” of accidents had occurred there. Noting that the council owned a bank of land close by, he wondered if improvement could be made. Ms. McGrath agreed to investigate. SEAPARK PARKING Cllr. John Pratt called for a yellow box to be painted on the right of way route between Seapark estate and the Strand in Dungarvan, due to parked vehicles restricting access. Ms. McGrath noted the concerns. CAPPOQUIN AND LISMORE TRAFFIC CALMING Cllr. Declan Doocey sought an update on his previous call for traffic calming to be introduced near Cappoquin GAA field and also near Lismore NS. He

described “driver misbehaviour”, inclusive of lorry drivers, was “frightening.” Ms. McGrath said traffic surveys were imminent for the areas in question. RESURFACING/FLOOD MONEY Cllr. Siobhan Whelan asked whether the contractor or the council were responsible for resurfacing work on big road projects such as the trench-digging exercise at Kilmurry (Bog road/Aglish) in recent times. She also sought clarification on what money the council sought and received for flood relief works last year. Ms. McGrath said the drainage work at Kilmurry was undertaken by the direct labour (i.e. the council). However, in cases whereby re-cycling (i.e. using or generating waste material), a contractor would be employed who would also be responsible for resurfacing. Regarding flood money, Senior Executive Engineer Gabriel Hynes said the council had received €7.5m, most of it deployed to drainage works and anticipated a further €10m this year.

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“Perhaps if there are more prison places available, it might allow the judges to sentence criminals for a bit longer?” he added. Concurring, Cllr. Seanie Power said he was aware that there is a perception amongst the public about the judiciary appearing to hand out sentences that are too lenient. Responding, Superintendent Chris Delaney, Waterford, said there is a separation of powers within the State, and the job of the Gardaí is simply enforcement of the laws. “We get people to court, build up our proofs and convince the court/judge that there is sufficient evidence to convict beyond a reasonable doubt. Our job stops there. It would be wrong for me to comment on sentencing or prison spaces,” said Supt. Delaney. “We spent a lot of work putting our case before the court. It is a matter for the judiciary to take it from there.” Supt. Delaney said the members of the judiciary are generally

very experienced people/ “They deal with a lot of cases and we have to leave it in their hands to make the final decision,” he added. Cllr. Jason Murphy asked for figures in relation to repeat offenders and crimes committed by people out on bail. He also sought figures in relation to the age profile of victims of crime and whether the elderly are more susceptible to crime. Supt. Delaney said the Gardaí are very mindful of repeat offenders, whom he described as “career criminals”. He said it would take some time to obtain figures on repeat offenders and people who commit crime while out on bail. However, he said once repeat offenders are identified at an early stage, they are “high priority targets”. “We send members down to the court to object to bail and make a strong case to have them remanded into custody,” Supt. Delaney said. He said officers are also sent

up to Dublin if the suspect makes a bail application at the High Court. He said if the suspect gets bail, then the Gardaí will closely monitor that person and use curfew conditions to ensure they are not committing any further crime. Supt. Delaney said the Gardaí also emphasis to the judge to consider consecutive sentencing for repeat offenders and especially those who commit offences while on bail. Cllr. Murphy said recent figures show that while the prison system capacity remains the same at around 3,800 spaces for the past 14 years, crime has increased. He said there are only so many spaces where someone can be incarcerated, particularly in relation to refusal of bail. Supt. Delaney said that if the judge is convinced through strong evidence in court that the suspect could reoffend if given bail, a space will be found and the person will be incarcerated pending trial.

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Airtricity praised for level of service in maintaining public lighting AIRTRICITY received some resounding praise and support from Councillors over the level of service the company has provided in the maintenance of public lighting over the last several years. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan told the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council that the current service the Council receives in relation to maintenance of public lighting “is very good”. Concurring, Cllr. Tom Cronin said he remembers years ago when a bulb would blow, “you would be waiting months for it to be replaced”. “Airtricity will replace a broken light within ten days or less,” he said. “They have provided a superb service to us over the last number of years.” Cllr. John Pratt strongly agreed with his colleagues and praised Airtricity for their maintenance of public lighting. “They provide a fabulous service in my opinion,” he said. He asked what impact it would have if the Council is forced to change service provider. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said there is a public procurement process which is taking place at the moment in relation to providing maintenance of public lighting. “We have received an objection from one of the participants in the process,” Mr. Galvin revealed. “We are seeking to resolve that at the moment and I won’t know any more for a couple of weeks,” he added.

Tenants buying Council house must use local authority’s Mortgage Protection provider COUNCIL tenants who wish to purchase their rented property from the Council must use the local authority’s approved insurer for the Mortgage Protection Scheme. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said he was contacted by a Council tenant who wishes to purchase their house. “In relation to the insurance in place, their solicitor and insurance company are telling them they can continue with their existing insurance company, but the Council is saying no, they have to transfer to the insurance company recommended by the Council,” Cllr. Geoghegan said. Chief Executive of the Council, Michael Walsh said the Mortgage Protection Scheme for Councils is tendered out every two or three years at national level. “The mortgage holder has no choice but to use the tender, it is not our choice in that context. It is built into the scheme,” Mr. Walsh said.

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Dungarvan Lions Club-Greenway Leisure Cycle in aid of Waterford Hospice which takes place on the 21st May were Lions Club President Denis Kennedy; Danette Connolly, Chairperson, Waterford Hospice; Neil O'Sullivan, Hospice; Donal Jacob, Greenway Waterford Bike Hire; John Keating, Lions Club; Canice Cantwell, Lions Club; Andrew Phelan, Lions Club, and Aidan McAvinue, Lions Club. [John Power]

Waterford & Dungarvan Lions Clubs – Greenway Leisure Cycle in aid of Waterford Hospice THIS event is taking place on Sunday 21st of May. Cycle distance is approximately 20km. Participant registration is at the event starting points from 10.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. The event starting points are at the Greenway entrance at WIT Carriganore Campus for East Waterford participants, and the Greenway at Clonea Strand for West Waterford participants.

Light refreshments are available for all participants at the Rainbow Community Hall in Kilmacthomas from 10.30 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. Anyone who wishes to register for a sponsorship card for the event can contact the Waterford Lions Club on (087)2540649 or (085)2865878 for further information. Sponsorship cards are available for col-

lection from the following locations: • John P. O’Donoghue Solicitors, Waterside, Waterford • Catherine St. Medical Centre, 18 Catherine St., Waterford • Ardkeen Surgery, Ardkeen Shopping Centre, Waterford • Advance Physio, The Cove Centre, Dunmore Road, Waterford Participants can also register a personal

fundraising page on the Waterford Lions Club section of iFundRaise.ie To donate online, see the Waterford Lions Club page on iFundRaise.ie Bikes are available for hire from Donal Jacob of Greenway Waterford Bike Hire at a reduced rate for the event. Contact their offices at WIT Carriganore Campus or 2 Grattan Quay on (086)1292724 for further information.

Up to €300m needed for infrastructure to make Waterford a ‘Regional City’

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THE Chief Executive of Waterford Council has said that it will take between €200m and €300m to build the infrastructure needed to make Waterford City a Regional City and an ‘economic driver’ for the region under the government’s proposed National Planning Framework (NPF). Waterford Council is preparing a submission on the NPF and Mr. Walsh said that over the next 10 to 20 years, “the simple reality is that it is going to take between €200m and €300m to

WATERFORD’S Youth Council, Comhairle na nÓg will be advertising shortly to recruit a new Co-ordinator. Cllr. Mary Roche said she is aware the Youth Council has a vacancy for a new Co-ordinator and queried at what stage the process is at to fill the position? Sinead Breathnach, Administrative Officer, Housing, informed Cllr. Roche that the position for Co-ordinator at Waterford Comhairle na nÓg will be advertised in the coming weeks.

build the infrastructure needed and that is the argument we will be making in the NPF”. “For any regional city to grow propulsively, you need to build that infrastructure early,” Mr. Walsh said. “If you do that early, you create the environment and the circumstances for significant growth in economic terms, as well as population terms, for regional cities,” he said. “We are of the view that funding needs to be provided and in that sense the NPF needs

to be specifically funded distinctly from the normal streams of capital resources.” The proposed NPF currently being developed by the Government will replace the defunct ‘National Spatial Strategy’. It is a new planning and development strategy for the country between now and 2040. It is expected that the population of the country will increase by one million in that time, with Waterford’s population expected to double.

The NPF aims to take the pressure off Dublin by creating ‘counterpoint Regional Cities’ for growth and development. According to Minister Simon Coveney, the proposed NPF identifies Waterford as a ‘Regional City’ and an ‘economic driver for the South East region’. A period of time was given recently for public submissions on the NPF (which closed on 31st March). The draft NPF will be published later in the year.

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Chairman praises voluntary group and former politician for Greenway roles By Christy Parker D U N G A RVA N - L i s m o r e Municipal District Chairman Damien Geoghegan has expressed special congratulations to the Déise Greenway Group following the opening of the much-heralded attraction. The Chairman also praised former Waterford County Councillor Ger Barron for his role in the enterprise. Cllr. Geoghegan told April’s meeting that the voluntary group had “stepped forward and went way above and beyond the call of duty” its dedication and commitment to the Greenway project. Still basking in the afterglow of the Greenway achievement, the councillor described how the

group members had “spent their own money and gave a lot of positive publicity” to the scheme. “They were from different backgrounds, including workers, business people, farmers and so on but they tipped the balance very much in favour when the budget was going off the rails a bit”, he continued. Congratulating former Cllr. Barron, the Chairman said he had lost his seat over his support for the Greenway. “It was great (at the opening day) to see people appreciating his efforts and shaking his hand”, he recalled. Cllr. John Pratt concurred with Cllr. Geoghegan’s sentiments and said he hoped not just the people of Kilmacthomas would realise the big part that

Mr. Barron had played in bringing the €15m scheme to fruition. NO, MINISTER... Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell meanwhile said he had not attended the official opening because he did not feel the Minister (Simon Coveney) should have been officially opening it. “It should have been John Treacy and CEO Michael Walsh”, he insisted. Cllr. Geoghegan retorted that “any minister with a bundle of money is welcome down here” adding that the Minister had since returned in a private capacity to cycle the route. Director of services for Housing Ivan Grimes noted that Sport Ireland CEO John Treacy had been present on the podium for the opening anyway.

Garda-monitored CCTV to be rolled out to Tramore TRAMORE will soon have Garda-monitored CCTV in the town centre. Superintendent John Mulligan informed the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee that a CCTV system is proposed for Tramore town centre, as funding has been made available by the Council under the Urban Renewable Scheme. “The funding is available and will be ringfenced for Tramore,” Supt. Mulligan said. Dungarvan had a similar

CCTV system installed a number of years ago, which is monitored at the Garda Station. Supt. Mulligan said the CCTV system is used as a crime prevention tool. “It is a deterrent for offenders, but it will also create a sense of security for the residents and during the night-time economy and a peace of mind for the community, as well as for visitors,” Supt. Mulligan said. Michael J. Walsh, representing the Public Participation Network, welcomed the news of

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Waterford residents win prizes worth over €500k with Prize Bonds in 2016 WATERFORD residents are among the luckiest holders of Prize Bonds, having won more than €500,000 in prizes last year. This is according to The Prize Bond Company Limited, which administers Prize Bonds on behalf of the National Treasury Management Agency, and which has published its 2016 Annual Report. Waterford’s total winnings were €570,050, with 9,896 prizes won in the County. In 2016, four lucky winners in Ireland scooped the €1m prize. Every quarter a Prize Bonds customer wins a €1m prize on the last draw of every quarter (March, June, September and December). A top prize of €50,000 is awarded in every other weekly draw. Other cash prizes awarded each week include prizes to the value of €1,000, €500 and €50. Prize Bonds remain as popular as ever with strong sales in 2016 contributing to an almost 17% increase in the fund value to over €2.894 billion, the highest in the history of the Prize Bonds scheme. Gross sales in 2016 were €670 million, reflecting continued confidence and interest from customers in Prize Bonds as a secure investment

option. Repayments of Prize Bonds during the year totalled €252 million, representing a marginal decrease of 0.1% on last year’s repayments. Currently over 7,000 prizes are issued weekly and the number of cash prizes, worth €28 million, won by customers in 2016 was 392,176. During 2016 The Prize Bond Company made further improvements to its systems and processes, including a new customer database to make repeat purchases easier for customers. Further enhancements, particularly in online services, are planned. Prize Bonds are a State savings product which, instead of paying interest, offers bond holders the chance to win cash prizes every week. All winnings are tax-free, and Prize Bonds can be cashed in at any time after the minimum holding period of three months. Prize Bonds can be purchased by Direct Debit, online at www.StateSavings.ie, by telephone to callsave 1850 30 50 60 or at your local Post Office. Prize Bond holders can check draw results online at www.StateSavings.ie. The main winning numbers are also available in most Post Offices. (28-4)

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Voting begins as Dungarvan finalist competes to win a stand on Bank of Ireland’s producers row at Taste of Dublin BANK of Ireland has announced the shortlist of ten successful business entries for its ‘Producers Row at Taste of Dublin’ including one finalist from Waterford. Four lucky food or beverage businesses will win a stand at this year’s festival from 15th to 18th of June in the Iveagh Gardens in Dublin where they will have the chance to exhibit to more than 34,000 food connoisseurs. A panel of industry experts shortlisted the following 10 businesses: • O h! Naturelle who make delicious, indulgent fresh fruit sorbets and dairy free ice creams in County Cork • O 'Brien’s Farmhouse Cheese who make delicious Irish cheeses in Limerick • S cott’s Irish Cider who produce blended cider with a crisp and refreshing apple taste in Cavan • T he Tipperary Kitchen who use local, fresh ingredients

to make delicious desserts in Tipperary • N utrilicious Food are a husband and wife duo who cook and prepare nutritious and convenient delicious meals with locally sourced, seasonal wholefoods in Waterford • F lavour Safari who make African inspired sauces in Laois • Mama Nagi's who produce authentic Indian chilli pastes in Dublin • A rctic Stone Ice Cream who make creamy ice creams with delicate flavours in Dublin • Clotilde's Fruit Compotes who make delicious fruit pots in Cork, with a blend of apples strawberries, raspberries, pears, blackberries and pineapples • C abots of Westport who make a range of hand-prepared and preservative-free hummus, sauces, pâté’s and dips. Declan Galvin, Head of SME at Bank of Ireland commented, “We are delighted to be running

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Community policing strengthened in Waterford Division THE number of Gardaí in community policing has been brought back up to strength, with hopes to strengthen it further into the future. Cllr. Breda Brennan told the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee that resources were promised to increase community Gardaí. “Can we please keep them in the community - prevention is better than cure,” said Cllr. Brennan. Superintendent Chris Delaney said he concurred fully with Cllr. Brennan about community Gardaí. “Community engagement is pretty much a huge thing for us. We have recruited people into community policing as promised. While we can’t go into numbers, we have brought community policing back up to strength and it is hoped it will be strengthened into the future,” said Supt. Delaney. “I very much agree with you about strengthening community policing, but we do have to divert people if there are multiple immediate tasks needed,” he added.

this competition again this year offering 4 lucky businesses the chance to showcase their unique products to over 34,000 people at the annual Taste of Dublin event in the Iveagh Gardens in June. I want to congratulate the finalists this year, there have been a huge amount of entries but our panel of experts have chosen these ten businesses because they are innovative and represent the wonderful diversity of food and drink businesses operating around the country.” Online public voting is now live, people can visit www.Bankofireland.com/tasteofdublin to vote for their favourite finalist to be in with a chance of winning one of the four stands up for grabs at Bank of Ireland’s Producers Row at Taste of Dublin.Voting will close on Friday 5th May at midnight and the four successful businesses will be announced on Thursday, 11th May.

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Housing information locked out by Data Protection fears By Christy Parker A LONG running disaffection amongst councillors regarding housing matters again failed to find finality at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. For years confusion has reigned as to what information the council’s executive can – or will -provide to councillors about housing lists; it is accepted that names and addresses of allocated houses cannot be revealed but where somebody stands on the housing list and the withholding of other lesser details has long been a bone of contention. Presently the council scarcely gives any information, apparently petrified of transgressing data protection legislation. Councillors meanwhile argue that they are merely inquiring at the request of individual constituents and that much of what they want clarified is known to the proverbial dogs in the street anyway.

April’s meeting heard Cllr Siobhán Whelan ask if councillors could at least be told what houses had been allocated, so they could tell constituents as much. “The people who it (data protection) is meant to be protecting are the very people who want to get rid of it”, she explained. Cllr. John Pratt reported seeing a television broadcast in which another local authority – he believed it was Fingal - were informed of where a person is on the housing list. Why, he wondered was the practice in Waterford different? ACTING AS MESSENGER Dismissing “the confidential reality thing”, as he cryptically described data protection, Cllr. Declan Doocey explained that a request from a constituent to make representations was “an automatic engagement” that reflected the constituent’s wishes. Unfortunately, he surmised, the council management didn’t seem to agree. Cllr. Doocey then outlined

how councillors had to “get through to someone in a glass case high up” –as housing officials often are- who was “taking away our power by telling us that you can’t give us information.” He could “not emphasise enough how frustrating it is” he concluded. “People look at us twice.” Cllr. Damien Geoghegan said Cllr. Doocey had gone “right to heart of the matter” while he himself had been legally advised that “data protection allows for a nominated person to be a representative on behalf of someone else.” Director of services for Housing Ivan Grimes replied that following a similar discussion the previous month he had provided councillors with “a copy of advice given to another local authority some years back.” He had since revisited the legislation and found nothing much had changed, although it does make a case for whoever is making representations on behalf of constituents.” While prepared to re-con-

sider, Mr. Grimes didn’t want to “get into a situation of complex administrative issues.” Mostly, he wanted to “see if we can do something in a streamlined way” that would recognise councillors’ “roles as elected members, while but also recognising the executive’s responsibilities towards “having to abide by the law.” One wondered if ringing Fingal might have helped. Cllr. Whelan repeated her earlier request for basic notification when a house was allocated. Mr Grimes repeated that the advice from the data protection commission was not to “give out information with a person’s name and address.” But nobody was asking for names, as Cllrs. Whelan and Geoghegan simultaneously reminded him – just the house allocation part! The housing officer said he had “no issue with it in principal”, but would have to look at the data protection legislation again. As America baseball player Yoggi Berra once prescribed, ‘it was like déjà vu all over again.”

Waterford Council to investigate Ardmore housing options By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council will consider the housing options provided by its land bank in Ardmore, following representations made by locally-based County Councillor Tom Cronin. The Councillor had previously raised the issue but did so again at April’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting. He asked if the land could be used to provide affordable sites, noting that “a number of peo-

ple” in the area were interested in such sites. Cllr. Cronin indicated that locals had been compelled to leave the Ardmore area due to the lack of affordable sites. He said some sites were costing as much as €150,000, which was “crucifying the ordinary working person.” The councillor also referred to a site on a hill top in Ardmore that Waterford County Council (God be with the days) had acquired some years back. He said the foundations for ten houses had been laid, which the developer has progressed through Part V (i.e. a mechanism by which a local authority can obtain

up to 10% of land zoned for housing at “existing use value” rather than “development value” for the delivery of social and affordable housing). At the time, Cllr Cronin continued, the council was offered five social and five affordable houses but the project ceased. He felt there had been some unknown “catch” in the works at the time but wondered if the scheme could be resurrected now. Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes said he would make inquiries on both issues prior to May’s meeting.

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Councillors unhappy with interpretation of planning laws By Christy Parker SENIOR Planner with Waterford Council, Jim O’Mahony has defended the local authority’s planning guidelines, following criticism at April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District committee meeting. In particular, the planner rejected denouncement of green belt (designated to remain natural in order to prevent urban sprawls merging from different locations) areas in the county as dictated by the County Development Plan. What became a rather heated discussion was kick-started when Cllr James Tobin asked how, hypothetically, he might have a green belt site moved onto the open market if he can’t get a customer that “fits the criteria” to build on it. He attested that at present a potential client would have to be born alongside it. If the customer was living on the opposite side of town to site and from where their families and relatives hailed, he could not build a house on it. Cllr. Tobin complained that while planning legislation ‘belonged’ to the entire council, it was the interpretation supplied by the planning department that defined it. Furthermore, this could not be changed until after 2019 due to the 2011-17 deadline being extended. STRICT INTERPRETATION Cllr Damien Geoghegan concurred with Cllr Tobin’s concerns, citing an incident where someone was refused planning on their family lands due to it being zoned industrial. He believed that application should have been brought before the councillors for decision. He said

there had been “a whole tract of land zoned as industrial” in the area but the location of the proposed house also had “a number of houses” that were “hardly going to be knocked for factories.” Planning was “being interpreted too strictly”, he suggested. Cllr. Geoghegan recalled that prior to the latest development plan there had been a proposal to “lift the green belt, which would have been a major step.” Cllr. Tobin said if “something isn’t done” soon he would canvass every county councillor to have it removed completely. Cllr. Pat Nugent blamed the discrepancies at least partly on the development plan being drawn up at a time when the amalgamation was not on the agenda (unless your name was Phil Hogan perhaps). He agreed that applications pertaining to family land on the periphery of an industrial zone should come before councillors. Cllr. Declan Doocey also advocated family requirements being given priority over industrial priority or indeed that of strangers. Meanwhile, Cllr. Séamus O’Donnell, adopting the tone of a man dealing with a pest, asked how “in the name of God this green belt is out in Helvick”, including “in and around the GAA pitch!” APPROVED BY COUNCILLORS Mr. O’Mahony said all planning applications were dealt with on the basis of policy within a County Development Plan that had “taken two years to draft and complete before being approved” by the councillors themselves. Whether they liked it or not was “a debate for the next development plan.”

The planner said the green belt served to ensure towns and villages are kept as compact as possible, while meantime land would be released under the next plan as and when towns expanded. He believed the council’s approach was reasonable given the onus on sustainable development and the provision of services in higher density towns. Mr. O’Mahony advised that planning policies “are guided by European and national laws and not something we just make up to try to annoy councillors.” He said there were issues with which they had to engage in regard to rural housing and villages and similarly with bigger towns and the city, to ensure that the sustainability of the countryside, environment and towns. The time for review was prior to the next development plan, reiterated Mr. O’Mahony, a process he added, that could not start until the Government had adopted the National Planning framework in 2018, followed by the Regional Spatial Strategy which would take a further two year to adopt. (Oh God!) For his part Cllr. Tobin concluded that Waterford was “being penalised over the amalgamation” and that the only way rural Ireland – let alone Waterford was going to be saved was through houses. Settlements like Tallow, Ballyfuff, Cappoquin, Lismore and Clashmore were rural, he argued if a family was born at one side of a town and a daughter wants to move to the other side, they were “still within the hinterland” in his opinion and would still be supporting the post office, school, church” and so on.

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Once more unto the ballot box ONE of the most important social and moral dilemmas for this country, the introduction or continued prohibition of unfettered abortion in Ireland, has once more been brought before the population in the starkest manner. The recommendation of the Citizen’s Assembly that the provisions of the Eighth Amendment to the Constitution be once more voted on by the people with a view to its abolition necessitates further action by the Oireachtas. Those who favour the liberalisation of the laws on abortion are pleased with the result which, if brought to success through the Dail Committee and the Oireachtas, will result in a new Constitutional Referendum. This, they claim, is an inevitable outcome. However, moving forward with such a recommendation from the Assembly is seen as giving the pro-choice / pro-abortion lobby a head-start. The Pro-Life groups are less than happy with the make-up of the Assembly and the conduct of its business. They have described as “farcical and wholly unacceptable” the way the Citizens’ Assembly voted for abortion on several grounds, without any prior debate or expert advice being sought before making decisions. The members of the Assembly, they claim, had become ‘muddled, confused and managed’ by those conducting the affairs of the group. They query how the Assembly was allowed to operate in such a ‘one-sided, unscientific and chaotic way’, claiming that the Assembly Members voted overwhelmingly for abortion on grounds of ‘mental health risk’ to the mother without a single presentation on the issue or hearing from any expert witnesses. This decision, they claim, ‘flies in the face of the expert peer reviewed evidence in this area.” It is now up to the Oireachtas Committee to further the process. However, with a vote of the Citizens Assembly to recommend putting the question of the 8th Amendment to the people, it would be difficult and undesirable to go against what is claimed to be the will of the people as decided by the members of a forum which the Pro-Life organisation claims was hand-picked to produce a particular result. The veracity or otherwise of this is yet to be established.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate It will be a matter for the Dail to decide whether to put the question to referendum and with the current disjointed make-up of the House, it is difficult to predict an outcome just now. The electorate will hear a great deal more in the next year and a half which is expected to be the time-scale of a possible Referendum, by which time they will have become thoroughly fatigued with the arguments.

Sun shone for fabulous Festival of Food THE 10th Festival of Food proved to be everything the public expected and perhaps even more. Even with the change in the configuration of the stalls, stage and features of Grattan Square, everyone seemed very happy with the result. The sun, as everyone has now come to expect, shone for much of the time and weather conditions were very pleasant throughout, enticing people to stay even longer. There was no rush away from the highly entertaining groups or their continuous performances on stage. Musicians young and old, singing modern or traditional, kept the public in their seats, or happy to stand for as long as they performed. The enormous choice of foods is the major attraction and central focus, hardly surprising in view of the fact that everyone has to eat. We no longer live in a society with a narrow focus on our diet and there is much more emphasis on varying meals and dishes amongst every sector of the population. It is easy to see that the town and its traders, local and visiting, each got a slice of the financial pie as well as that taken from the oven. This is an event which has been enthusiastically embraced by the people of the town and district and which

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is drawing more and more support from much further afield. With the Deise Greenway attracting people from far distances, the future in promotion by word of mouth, for growth in all our festivals, is very positive indeed. We congratulate the organisers, promoters and participants who share this major success which we hope will keep them buoyed until the 2018 event. The stature and reputation of the town continues to grow and received a major fillip last weekend.

Prescribed drugs a driving hazard? ARE law abiding, pillars of the community, people who have never attracted the attention of the law in any sphere, likely to spend several hours in a Garda Station in the future, under arrest as a result of new legislation? The law now permits the Gardaí to test for drugs which have an effect on people’s capacity to drive. This will not be confined to banned substances, but will cover prescribed drugs which can cause drowsiness or a mind-altering state. One disgruntled driver who fell foul of this law by taking certain prescribed drugs before driving and was detected by the Gardai to be under an adverse influence, has now brought this situation to the notice of the public. It will be up to people to ascertain the effects of medicines and drugs taken to counteract medical conditions from their doctors and pharmacists. This information is readily available from their GP or pharmacist and will now have to be taken into account just like alcohol or banned substances. The man in question was arrested when he tested positive on the side of the road and spent several hours in the Garda Station being processed. It is essential that there be a public debate on this and adequate information made available to the public. Clarification must be sought from legal and medical experts and scientific information by qualified personnel. This is a new headache for everyone concerned, but prescribed drugs may have been responsible for road deaths in the past. The possibility of this happening again must be eliminated where possible and a suitable, safe and legal accommodation arrived at.

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Council seeks free parking for cancer patients at UHW UNIVERSITY Hospital Waterford has been asked by the local authority to provide free parking for cancer patients. A Notice of Motion proposed by Cllr. Jason Murphy at the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, called on management at UHW to “ensure free car parking for cancer patients or a designated family member or carer during their treatment”. Cllr. Murphy pointed out that hospital car parking charge “represent a huge cost for many cancer patients”. “People undergoing treatment, and their families, are facing real hardship in having to deal with extra costs and drops in income and a high car parking charge will only add to that ordeal,” he said. “The Irish Cancer Society has been calling for free, or subsidised parking for all cancer patients receiving treatment. Despite a petition and a national campaign in December, no hospital in Ireland has so far changed its parking policy for cancer patients.

“The Irish Cancer Society contacted every hospital that provides cancer treatment and found no difference between the 2016 and 2017 car parking rates. In fact, revenue from car parking charge increased!” Cllr. Murphy told the Council that hospitals which offer cancer treatment raised almost €18.75m in car parking fees last year, which is an increase of over €4m on the 2015 figure. “Until something is done, cancer patients are paying up to €63 a week in car parking charges,” he said. “One cancer patient told the Irish Cancer Society that his family had spent €1,200 on car parking charges while he was in hospital. “Some hospitals already give cancer patients car parking passes, proving that it is possible to differentiate for them. A number of hospitals around the country have arrangements in place that mean cancer patients have free parking. In fairness to all cancer patients, there is a need for a uniform national policy on car parking charges that treats patients

with some compassion,” he added. Cllr. John O’Leary, who seconded the motion, said it annoys him to think that a person at a most vulnerable point in their life, suffering from cancer, is forced to shell out exorbitant car parking charges while receiving treatment. “Some people suffering from cancer have to attend hospital on a daily basis, or three or four times a week,” he said. “We should be setting out to make life easier for those people and they should be given a car parking pass the moment they are diagnosed.” Cllr. O’Leary appealed to Councillors to make representations to their party TDs about the issue. Cllr. Davy Daniels said there is over €1.5m raised annually in car parking charges at UHW, meaning there is no reason why the HSE cannot introduce free parking for cancer patients. He also slammed the clamping policy at UHW. “I have seen people in distress over it. One man who was

slightly over a yellow line was clamped,” Cllr. Daniels said. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell said he has written to the General Manager of UHW, Richard Dooley, about free parking for cancer patients. Cllr. O’Donnell said in his letter to Mr. Dooley that a lot of people have contacted him about the issue. He said it is “unfair to have to pay a fee of €8.00 per day while having treatment”. “I feel there should be designated parking for patients, carers or a family member that drive the patients to have their treatment,” Cllr. O’Donnell said. Cllr. O’Donnell said he hasn’t received a response from Mr. Dooley yet, but is expecting a response in the coming days. Cllr. John Hearne said he supports the motion, but added he felt it was “a bit rich coming from the people who put water charges on sick people, put bin charges on sick people, took medical cards off sick people, closed hospitals on sick people”. “Now, they want free parking! I think it is a bit rich,” Cllr.

Hearne added. Cllr. Blaise Hannigan said there have been several hospitals who have come on board and scrapped the car parking fees for cancer patients in the last few months. “I hope UHW will follow suit,” Cllr. Hannigan said. The motion was unanimously supported by all Councillors. IRISH CANCER SOCIETY The Irish Cancer Society began a campaign last December calling on all hospitals to ‘park the charges’ for cancer patients. The Irish Cancer Society’s survey found that hospitals in Munster had the second highest car parking charges in hospitals, after Dublin. The Irish Cancer Society’s mission is to improve the lives of those affected by cancer, through funding of life-saving, collaborative cancer research, providing up-to-date information about cancer, and delivering a range of services to those affected by cancer and their families. More information www.cancer.ie.

Thanks expressed for Book of Condolence on death of north’s Deputy First Minister THANKS and appreciation were expressed to Waterford Council for opening a Book of Condolence on the recent death of the former Deputy First Minister, Martin McGuinness, RIP. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Sinn Féin Councillor John Hearne expressed thanks “on behalf of the broad republican family, to the Council for opening a Book of Condolence for Martin McGuinness who died on 21st March, last. Cllr. Hearne said the opening of the Book of Condolence in Dungarvan and Waterford “was very important to us and it was deeply appreciated”.

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Greenway expected to draw in over 100k users per year WATERFORD’S Greenway, which opened in late March, is expected to draw over 100,000 users per year. Chief Executive of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh said the indications are quite positive in relation to usage of the Greenway, and they are expecting the amenity to draw in over 100,000 users per year. Cllr. Pat Nugent had queried if there were counters in place. Mr. Walsh confirmed that counters have been installed along the Greenway and the information will be shared with the Council on a monthly basis. “There is no secret about the information and it will be made available,” Mr. Walsh confirmed. Cllr. Nugent also queried if the Council would be carrying out maintenance along the Greenway to ensure grass is not overgrowing along the margins of the path. “The Council has made available €100,000 for maintenance of the Greenway,” Mr.Walsh replied. He said the Council’s environment section under Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, will shortly take over the maintenance of the Greenway. “We are in transition at the moment, but the intention would

be to have contracted maintenance to do those elements, such as maintaining the verges, hedgecutting, weedkilling, etc.” Mr. Walsh said. Cllr. John O’Leary said that with the revelation there will be 100,000+ visitors to the Greenway each year, would there be extra car parking facilities? “I’m not convinced that the current car parking facilities we have will accommodate that number of people,” said Cllr. O’Leary. “Particularly at Suir Valley Railway and at Kildermody, Kilmeaden, where there is no parking at all, but there is a lot of people who seem to want to access the Greenway at that particular part of the N25.” Cllr. O’Leary said car parking facilities also seem to be stretched at Durrow. Mr. Walsh said the Council would monitor the car parking situation. He said there are limitations in relation to funding as there are competing priorities. “Once the Greenway is fully operational, we’ll get a clearer picture. We’ll seek to provide, even if its only temporary and not to the same standard, overflow car parking, if it’s needed,” he said.

“We will see what can be done most effectively to cater for what are limited peak times,” Mr.Walsh added. Cllr. Joe Conway raised a query about ‘people parking’. “Would the Council consider occasional seating along the route?” he asked. He also asked if there plans to increase signage along the Greenway to ensure users keep to the left. Mr. Walsh said a project meeting would be held in the coming weeks and those concerns can be raised at that meeting. “We still have a lot of work to do yet, and we will look at what is remaining to do. We will have a scheme in relation to seating, and we hope to continue adding ‘bits and pieces’ as we go along. All that will be considered at the project meeting,” he said. Cllr. Clune said that with such an influx of expected visitors per annum, the Council would have to consider the provision of toilets. He said he was aware of one family who had to bring their child into the woods at Carriganore because there aren’t any toilet facilities. “Can we factor in toilets at the

car parks? It is not unreasonable to expect those 100,000+ people will need to use a toilet,” Cllr. Clune said. Mr. Walsh said the Council has an agreement with a number of operators to make available toilets for public use. “One of those operators is WIT at Carriganore. Perhaps it’s not signposted appropriately, I will check that,” Mr. Walsh said. “In general, there is a reasonable spread of toilets along the route being made available to the public - O’Mahony’s in Durrow; there are a number of properties in Kilmacthomas; the Suir Valley Railway Station in Kilmeaden; WIT at Carriganore; and ultimately, Mount Congreve will probably come into that,” Mr. Walsh said. “We have to find a solution in Bilberry and in Clonea Strand, but we are looking at that at the moment.” Cllr. John Pratt queried if the height of the wall around the Viaduct in Kilmacthomas is high enough from a safety point of view? Mr. Walsh said the Viaduct is a protected structure and the height of the wall meets standards.

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Mayoral reception for World Champion Kickboxer Brett Egan BRETT Egan is a kickboxer from Deise Kickboxing Dungarvan. Brett has won 4 IKF Irish Titles at 2 different weights. The Irish Titles he has won are the K1 Irish Title at Cruiserweight, the K1 Irish Title at Light Cruiserweight, the Full Contact Irish Title at Light Cruiserweight and the International Rules (low kick) Irish Title at Light Cruiserweight. Brett also travelled to Tuscany in Italy with his coach Vinny O’Brien as part of an Irish team to compete in the Unified World Championships in 2015 where he competed in the low kick division and won the gold medal. Brett has also won and defended the IKF European International Rules Title. In September 2016 Brett faced his toughest challenge to date when he faced a teak tough Lithuanian fighter in Lawlors Hotel Dungarvan on Deise Kickboxings promotion 'Gloves and Glory 5'. This fight was for the vacant IKF International Rules Light Cruiserweight World Title. After five tough rounds it was in the judges’ hands and Brett had won by unanimous decision. Brett has faced fighters from all over the world and his World gold medals as well as no less than six title belts show that talent coupled with discipline and hard work can bring the rewards any fighter dreams of.

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GARDAÍ have assured the public there will be extra checkpoints throughout the Waterford Garda Division in 2017 to detect drink and drug driving offences. At the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee, Superintendent Chris Delaney, Waterford, said there has been a noted increase in offences of driving while under the influence (DUI) whether it is from alcohol or drugs, for this year, compared with the same period

last year. “We have seen an increase in DUI figures despite a lot of appeals in the media,” said Supt. Delaney. He said it was important to flag that there will be “significant operations” to target offences such as DUI. “Checkpoints and operations will be particularly focused on specific times, so there will be an extra presence of Gardaí carrying out checkpoints at the weekend,” he said.

Supt. Delaney said the figures indicate an increase in DUI figures on Friday and Saturday nights. “We would prefer not to have to arrest people, but clearly there is an enforcement issue, and Gardaí are in a position where there are rising figures and concerns, so we have to enforce,” he said. Cllr. Joe Kelly said it was “bad news” to see DUI offences increasing. He sought detailed informa-

Gardaí prepared to do ‘house calls’ to stamp documents GARDAÍ in the mid-County Waterford area are prepared to carry out ‘house calls’ to those who have difficulty getting to a main Garda Station to have their documents signed and stamped, rather than opening a sub-district Garda Station for several hours. A request was made by Cllr. Breda Brennan at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Joint Policing Committee to open Portlaw Garda Station for two hours on a weekly basis, so that people can bring documents like passports in to have stamped. Superintendent John Mulligan, Tramore, said there is a new policing model operating

for the last three years in midCounty Waterford which is working well. He pointed out that there is an operational Garda Station in Kilmacthomas, while the Garda Stations in Tramore and Waterford City are 24 hours. In relation to opening Portlaw Garda Station for two hours a week, Supt. Mulligan said he has limited resources based in Kilmacthomas. “We do have members who are assigned to sub-districts. However, if I was to put a member in the station for two hours and nobody arrives, that is time wasted,” Supt. Mulligan pointed out.

“What underpins our policing plan is the high-visibility impact we can have in our communities.” He said the service provided in terms of signing and stamping forms is as good as anywhere else. “In the event someone has difficulty getting across to Kilmacthomas or Tramore, it is a matter of a phone call to the Garda Station and the member in Kilmacthomas will take the stamp with them and call to that person - a ‘house call’ if you like. That is the way it operates and that is the way it will continue for the moment,” Supt. Mulligan said.

Council closed around 20 percent of anti-social behaviour cases in 2016 WATERFORD City and County Council has closed around 20 percent of anti-social behaviour cases made in 2016, according to a report to the recent meeting of the Joint Policing Committee. In total, there were 258 anti-social behaviour complaints received by the Council in 2016. Of those, 49 cases were closed, while the rest, 209 cases, were being monitored / ongoing. In the first six weeks of 2017,Waterford Council received a total of 29 complaints, 24 of which related to anti-social behaviour, the majority of which (8) related to ‘other tenancy breaches’ and noise (5); while four related to abandoned houses and one complaint of illegal occupiers. Out of the 29 complaints, 12 of the cases have been investigated and closed, while 17 are under investigation / monitoring. Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, highlighted that any reports of anti-social behaviour made to the Council are treated in the strictest confidentiality. “We want to stress the importance of making

complaints of anti-social behaviour to us, because quite often, when Councillors bring up issues of anti-social behaviour that are considered persistent by the community, we have no record of it,” Mr. Grimes pointed out. The Council’s number is 0761-10-20-20. Mr. Grimes added that the cost of making a call to the 0761 number is the same as a local call. PRIVATE ESTATES Meanwhile, any anti-social behaviour taking place in private estates is a Garda matter. Cllr. Eddie Mulligan said there is some anti-social behaviour which takes place in some private estates and there is no liaison to work with. Mr. Grimes replied that the Council “has no function in relation to anti-social behaviour taking place in private estates”. Cllr. Mulligan said that there are individuals coming across from other estates into the private estate and causing problems. But Mr. Grimes reiterated that anti-social behaviour on private estates is purely a Garda matter.

tion and a breakdown on those drivers caught driving while under the influence of drugs, as opposed to driving while under the influence of alcohol. Supt. Delaney said that while the majority would be drink driving offences, a portion of those arrested would be for driving while under the influence of drugs. He said he would get a detailed breakdown of the figures over a 12 month period for the next JPC meeting.

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Further Education Courses in CCN PLC Course Applications and Interview APPLY NOW We will be holding our first round of interviews in May so now is the ideal time to apply for any of the PLC courses in Coláiste Chathail Naofa. The application form is available online on the website. All applicants will be contacted by the end of May with their interview date and time. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Entry to PLC courses is not dependant on CAO points. Every applicant will be interviewed by the Co-ordinator of the course and another teacher. The purpose of the interview is to allow everybody a fair chance at gaining a place on a course regardless of results. Mature applicants are not required to have sat the leaving cert and in many cases will have more relevant life skills.Younger applicants need to have sat the Leaving Cert and gained a pass in at least five subjects. This includes subjects taken at Ordinary level and Leaving Cert Applied. INTERVIEW During the interview, the course co-ordinator will make sure that the course you have chosen will meet your expectations. It is not unusual for someone to apply for the wrong course. It is a good idea to do some research on the course so that the interviewer can answer any questions you may have.This also gives the course co-ordinator an indication of how interested you are in the course. Look up the website or contact us for a copy of our leaflet. Successful candidates will be notified by June and will have the option of securing their place on their chosen course. Any places not filled in May will be filled from the second round of interviews in September. STUDENT SUPPORTS There are student grants available with Student Universal Support Ireland through their website susi.ie. They will be open for new applications from 3rd April 2017. There are many other supports available such as Back To Education. All information can be obtained from your local social protection office. Our fees are low at CCN which allows students to save money. Attending a course locally also means a saving on accommodation, parking and travel costs. We offer a friendly environment with the chance to meet like minded people. There are also canteen facilities with on site parking. We are situated close to Dungarvan town centre which offers a wide variety of shops and restaurants. Social events are organised by the student council and are a fantastic way to sample more of what Dungarvan has to offer. Follow us on facebook at Coláiste Chathail Naofa – College of Further Education @ccnplc for the latest updates. Our website address is ccndungarvan.com and has further details of all of our courses as well as the application form.

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National Job Shadow Day 2017 ON Friday, 28th April, 2017, Carriglea Cairde Services in conjunction with the Irish Association of Supported Employment (IASE) will take part in A National Job Shadow Day in Dungarvan Shopping Centre and The Plaza. On the day almost 30 businesses in Dungarvan will participate in this national event by hosting a job seeker.The job seeker will ‘shadow’ a work place mentor in a variety of outlets from 11.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. in Dungarvan. The following businesses are taking part in the National Job Shadow Day: WLR FM, Elverys Sports, Eason, Boston

Barbers, Butcher’s Block, Vodafone, Heroes Men’s Wear, EuroGiant, Born Clothing, Tiffany’s Restaurant, Game Stop, Bella, Ivan’s Café, Venture, Lloyd’s Chemist, Coco Bean Café, Lynch’s Greengrocer, Sam McCauley’s, Paul Byron’s Shoes, Harrington’s Bakery, Ciaran O’Flynn Jewellers, O’Brien’s Sandwich, 3 Phone Store, Dwyer’s, Carraig Donn, Blathanna Florist, Shanique. The highlight of IASE National Job Shadow Day promotes equal opportunities for people with disabilities through supported employment. Supported employment is a system designed to support people with disabil-

Kilmeaden roundabout labelled ‘absolute disgrace’ THE roundabout at Kilmeaden was labelled “an absolute disgrace” in terms of its presentation. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Cha O’Neill said the roundabout is the first entrance visitors meet coming towards the city and it is extremely untidy. He told the Council management: “It’s an absolute disgrace lads”. “Can we get someone to clean it up and make it presentable?” Cllr. O’Neill asked. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin acknowledged the roundabout was in a very untidy state. “We have already made contact with CRG (Celtic Roads Group), the group who operate the bypass road. We will follow it up with them again. I agree it needs a far better standard of presentation,” Mr. Galvin added.

Increase in complaints to Council’s Environment Section THERE was a 13 percent increase in the number of complaints lodged with Waterford Council’s Environment Section in the year to date, compared with the same period last year. Cllr. Joe Conway told the April meeting of the local authority that the 755 complaints lodged with the Environment Section this year “strikes me as being fairly high” and sought figures for previous years to compare. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, acknowledged the slight increase in complaints this year, and said he would include comparative figures for the Councillors to examine. Mr. Galvin said the 755 complaints this year were not all about littering and illegal

dumping, pointing out that up to 280 of those complaints would relate to control of dogs. Cllr. Joe Kelly said that around 80 percent of all complaints to the Environment Section come under three categories - control of dogs, illegal dumping and fly tipping. “The feedback I’m getting is that the staff are doing their best to deal with complaints, but they are simply understaffed like most other sections of the Council,” said Cllr. Kelly. “How can we possibly expect to keep on top of things if we haven’t got the people to do it? A lot of the complaints relate mainly to dog fouling and flytipping. If the public are doing their bit, then we should be doing our bit,” Cllr. Kelly added.

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Landlords warned they can’t discriminate against potential tenants who receive social welfare payments LANDLORDS are being warned they cannot discriminate against people in receipt of social welfare payments when looking for potential tenants. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Jason Murphy said he has received “endless testimony” from people on the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP) scheme detailing how they can’t get to view a property and are being told by letting agents or landlords that they won’t accept HAP applicants as tenants. “There are insurmountable barriers being put in place to discriminate and exclude people who are on the HAP scheme,” said Cllr. Murphy. Administrative Officer, Housing, Sinead Breathnach informed Cllr. Murphy that under the Equality and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2015, it makes it a discriminatory offence for any landlord to refuse a HAP applicant or any potential

tenant on social welfare supports. She said the potential tenant can take a case against the landlord if there was discrimination because the person is receiving social welfare supports. Ms. Breathnach advised people to liaise with the housing charity ‘Threshold’ which can give advice about rented accommodation and advocate on behalf of people being discriminated against. Landlords should familiarise themselves with the Equality Act, as many could be ‘blissfully unaware’ of anti-discrimination legislation. Last week an estate agent was ordered by the Workplace Relations’ Commission to pay €3,000 to a single mother after telling the woman that the landlord was looking for a couple for a rented property. The woman claimed she had been discriminated against under the Equal Status Act on the grounds of her being a single mother and not in a relationship.

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This would imply a total of around 132,000, but it has to be stressed that the market is not very predictable at the moment.” The SIMI/DoneDeal Review outlined that the cost of motoring in 2017 which has seen an increase in petrol +14.3% and diesel prices +18.7% (March 2017 vs March 2016), although Motor insurance costs have seen a reduction of 6.1% from July 2016 to March 2017 over the full year March 2016 to March 2017 motor insurance still shows an overall increase of 0.7%. Alan Nolan SIMI commented “Brexit continues to play a role in uncertainty. The decline in new car sales has been a nationwide trend in the first quarter of 2017. Used car imports increased by 56% while LCV imports were up 53% on the first quarter of 2016. Used car imports are primarily between 3 and 5 years old (49%) reflecting the shortage of second hand cars during the registration period 2009 to 2013 and the over 6

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years age group (37%). While the number of imports nearly new are relatively low (9% up to 2 years old), overall the volume of imports is impacting even if indirectly on the new car market. 2017 is still shaping up to be a good year,

even if down on last year’s strong Q1 performance and while the market is difficult to predict this year, the second quarter of 2017 will hopefully give us a clearer picture.” In line with the increased activity in used cars, figures from DoneDeal, Ireland’s most popular motoring site highlight an upturn in motor advertisements in 2017 with the volume of ads published in their Motor section increasing by 15.7% from the first quarter of 2016. Cathal Cremen, Sales Director of DoneDeal’s Motor Section, said; “The first quarter of 2017 has seen goods valued at over €1.9 billion advertised in DoneDeal’s motor section, with dealer activity representing 74% of this total. This coupled with the 42% increase in dealer ads from the same period last year reflects the investment that we have been making towards securing DoneDeal as the number one website for buying and selling cars in Ireland.”

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Council’s new dedicated anti-social behaviour unit investigating complaints swamped with calls. “It is not a diminution of service, it is an improvement of service,” Mr. Walsh said. “All that we are asking is that the calls come through a central number, because what has historically happened is the calls would have come in through different filters and weren’t recorded. We would then stand accused of not completing complaints.This new system is a formalisation so we have a very concise record, a very concise action, and all the different cases are pursued,” Mr. Walsh added. Ms. Breathnach said the Council is happy the new system is working well and the Council’s emphasis on behavioural change amongst anti-social behaviour offenders, rather than a ‘slap on the wrist’ also seems to be working. “It can be a very lengthy process to go to court, and it’s the last thing we want to do,” she

said. She said ongoing investigations includes monitoring of the situation and numerous meetings with the victims as well as the offenders, and other agencies, such as housing, environment, Gardaí and HSE. Cllr. John Pratt said he was aware of some locations in Dungarvan where anti-social behaviour is occurring and there are fears it will escalate during the Summer. He pointed out that there are elderly people living at the certain locations, where private homeowners are known to be causing anti-social behaviour. Superintendent Michael Leacy, Dungarvan, said the matter is receiving ongoing attention. He said there is a policing model adopted regarding the areas of concern highlighted by Cllr. Pratt and said any issues will be addressed locally.

WATERFORD City and County Council now has a dedicated Anti-Social Behaviour Unit to investigate complaints. At the recent meeting of Waterford City and County’s Joint Policing Committee, Administrative Officer, Housing, Sinead Breathnach, said the unit comprises of an Anti-Social Behaviour agent who will investigate more serious complaints such as threats, intimidation, drugs, noise, damage to property, etc., while three investigative officers will deal with lesser antisocial behaviour cases, such as tenancy breaches, etc. Breda Halligan, representative of the Public Participation Network said there were a number of communities who were concerned about the length of time it took to get a response back from the Council regarding an anti-social behaviour complaint, and there was concern that the new system would take even

longer. However, Ms. Breathnach said one of the reasons for the new unit was to reduce times to respond to the complainant. “At one time, we had one Anti-Social Behaviour Officer and he couldn’t possibly have managed all the cases, and if that officer was on leave there was no-one to replace him, whereas now we have four investigating officers available all of the time,” she said. She said once the call is made to the customer services (076110-20-20) the complaint is logged and transferred to the unit. “They should get back to the person / complainant within a few hours,” Ms. Breathnach said. Chief Executive of the Council, Michael Walsh, said the intention of the new unit was to provide a better service, as historically, only one officer investigating complaints would be

Waterford Poetry Prize 2017

Words In The Air

THE Arts Office, Waterford City & County Council is pleased to announce details of the Waterford Poetry Prize 2017. The Waterford Poetry Prize is open to all writers currently living on the island of Ireland. The prize will be presented at the Imagine Arts Festival incorporating the Waterford Writers Weekend which runs from October 19th - 29th 2017 in venues throughout Waterford city and county. This prize has emerged from the influence of the late Waterford writer Seán Dunne whose poetry still continues to inspire. There is no age limit and no entry fee for the Waterford Poetry Prize 2017. The first prize is €400 plus attendance at a designated writing course at the Molly Keane Writers Retreat, Ardmore in 2018. 2nd prize €300. 3rd prize €200. The closing date for receipt of entries is 12 noon on 26th June, 2017. The entry form and guidelines can be downloaded from www.waterfordcouncil.ie and www.waterfordarts.com or by contacting the Arts Office on

FOR Poetry Day, Ireland on Thursday next, 27th April, 2017, the Arts Office, Waterford City & County Council present a free Lunchtime Recital with poet, Clodagh Beresford Dunne and uilleann piper, David Power in the Old Market House, Lower Main Street, Dungarvan from 1.00 p.m. sharp. Poet, Clodagh Beresford Dunne is the recipient of a 2016 Arts Council of Ireland Emerging Writer Award and was the featured emerging writer at last October’s Dromineer Literary Festival. Her poems have appeared, or are forthcoming, in Irish and international publications, including The Irish Times, The Stinging Fly, The Moth and Pittsburgh Poetry Review. She holds degrees in English and in Law, is a qualified solicitor, and in April 2016 delivered a series of poetry readings, lectures and interviews, as part of Culture Ireland’s International Programme, in Pittsburgh, USA. In February 2017, with the support of the Arts Council of Ireland, she was one of five international women poets, to read her work and participate on the discussion panel “A World of Our Own: Women’s Voices from Three Continents in Cultural Exchange,” at the AWP Bookfair, in Washington, D.C. Born and raised in Dungarvan, she now lives there with her family. David Power is a master of the uilleann pipes. Influenced by the great pipers of the past he is well known for his appearances at Irish and International Music and Arts festivals. He has performed in the Sydney Opera House (as part of the “Masters of Tradition” tour) and on Broadway (as a cast member of Eugene O’Neill’s ‘A Touch of the Poet’, starring Gabriel Byrne,) and has completed several International tours. Winner of All-Ireland and Oireachtas Piping prizes, he has been a member of music groups, including Liam Clancy’s ‘Fairweather Band’, ‘Gorumna’ and more recently ‘Pipers Union’. In 2016, he curated the nationally acclaimed “Love, Loss and Rebellion” performances, with Martin Hayes, Dennis Cahill and

Maighread and Triona Ní Dhomhnaill, the success of the Dungarvan-based performance of which, has given rise to the Dungarvan Summer Music Festival (August 4th to 7th, 2017.) Together with musicians, Colin Dunne, Maeve Gilchrist and Tola Custy, he devised the show, “Edges of Light,” which will be performed in New York in June 2017. David embarks on a European tour of “The Piper and the Faerie Queene” with, Camerata Kilkenny, in the Spring of 2018. Seats will be allocated on a first come first served basis and the performance will be 50 minutes long approximately to facilitate those who may wish to take this cultural lunch break.

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Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Brian Gleeson, Ardmore St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Diarmuid Horgan, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Larry Hallahan, Aglish St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included are John Harnedy, Lions Club, and John Lawless, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Joe Conway and Mary Flynn, Abbeyside St. Vincent de Paul, receive a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Des Power, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Ger Enright, Dungarvan St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is John Harnedy, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Rose Sargent and Shaun Moynihan, Cappoquin St. Vincent de Paul, receive a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Dermot Arnold, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Bridget O'Connor, Ballymacarbry St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Dermot Arnold, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Liam Supple, Ring/Old Parish St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included are Des Power, Lions Club, and John Lawless, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Michael Behan and Eileen Stafford, Kilrossanty St. Vincent de Paul, receive a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Diarmuid Horgan, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Christy Power, Kilmacthomas St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included are Des Power, Lions Club, and John Lawless, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Michael Bennett, Lismore St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Dermot Arnold, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Eddie Cunningham, Tallow St. Vincent de Paul, receives a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included are John Harnedy, Lions Club, and Dermot Arnold, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Dungarvan Lions Club distribution of the remaining money from the Christmas Appeal to St. Vincent de Paul Conferences in West Waterford: Tessie Begley and Joan Corry, Stradbally St. Vincent de Paul, receive a cheque from Ray McAndrew, President Dungarvan Lions Club. Also included is Diarmuid Horgan, Lions Club. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Ruby Walsh, Jack Campion and Eimear Meaney – Students from Bun Scoil Bhothar Na Naomh, Lismore, enjoy the magic of Lismore Castle as they visit the home of the “Towers and Tales” story festival. On April 29th, 2017, the Castle and historic town of Lismore, Co. Waterford, provide the enchanting setting for a celebration of books that ignite the imagination of young audiences. The festival features a line-up of best-selling Irish and International writers and illustrators and lots of free activities for all ages. See www.towersandtales.ie [Clare Keogh]

Celebrate children’s books with us at Towers and Tales 2017 JOIN us on Saturday 29th April as once again, the Castle and historic town of Lismore provide the enchanting and inspirational setting for a celebration of books, stories and illustration, designed to give young audiences unforgettable, creative and transformational experiences with books. The festival features a line-up of best-selling Irish and International writers and illustrators. Festival co-founders and programmers Elaina Ryan of Children’s Books Ireland and Niamh Sharkey, author and illustrator of The Ravenous Beast will be joined by: Lauren Child MBE, creator of Clarice Bean, Charlie & Lola and the Ruby Redfort series Brian Conaghan and Sarah Crossan, co-authors of new verse novel We Come Apart. Crossan is the winner of the Carnegie Medal and the Children’s Books Ireland Book of the Year Award for her verse novel One, and Conaghan is the winner of the Costa Children’s Book Award for his novel The Bombs that Brought us Together Yasmeen Ismail, picturebook maker, creator of I’m a Girl!, Nothing! and Specs for Rex Michael Morpurgo OBE, former UK Children’s Laureate, author of over 100 books for children of all ages including War Horse and Private Peaceful PJ Lynch and Ryan Tubridy, author and illustrator of new picturebook Patrick and the President. Tubridy is the host of

RTÉ Radio 1’s The Tubridy Show and RTÉ’s The Late Late Show, and Lynch is Ireland’s current Laureate na nÓg/Children’s Laureate and two-time winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal This year’s event also includes an expanded programme of events reaching out into local schools on Friday 28th with talks, workshops, readings and intern opportunities for TY students. There are lots of free activities for all ages throughout the day: Monster Doodles; the Inspiration Station; workshops with Cork’s Glucksman Gallery, ChildVision Ireland and Poetry Ireland; the Children's Books Ireland Book Clinic; ‘Pilgrims, Princesses and Beardy Old Men’ an illustration exhibition from P J Lynch; soapbox stories with Waterford Youth Arts, a Family Offsketch with Illustrators Ireland; Book Swaps with Waterford City & County Library; book stalls with Eason; as well as pop-up readings, storytelling, music, food stalls and much more! SO COME ALONG and get messy and crafty with your little ones, listen to stories or tell some of your own, meet the artists, explore the magical castle courtyard, get lost in musical performances, check out your favourite story book characters, bring a book to swap, write and draw your own stories, visit the Book Clinic or just wander around and soak up the ambience! Towers and Tales is funded by the Arts Council/An

Chomhairle Ealaíon and Waterford City and County Council with media partners The Irish Examiner and WLR FM. The festival is run in partnership with Lismore Castle Arts, Lismore Heritage Centre, Waterford County & City Libraries and Lismore Castle, with support from programme partners, Children’s Books

Ireland, Glucksman Gallery Cork, ChildVision Ireland, Waterford Youth Arts, Poetry Ireland, Rory’s Story Cubes, The Summerhouse Café, Illustrationcupboard Gallery and Illustrators Ireland. Sponsors and donors Easons, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Quilter Cheviot, Golden Key & Waterford Area Partnership.

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Students from Bun Scoil Bhothar Na Naomh, Lismore, enjoy the magic of Lismore Castle as they visit the home of the “Towers and Tales” story festival. On April 29th, 2017, the Castle and historic town of Lismore, Co. Waterford, provide the enchanting setting for a celebration of books that ignite the imagination of young audiences. The festival features a line-up of best-selling Irish and International writers and illustrators and lots of free activities for all ages. See www.towersandtales.ie [Clare Keogh]

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Kilmac’ man attempted to jump chip shop counter to get at staff A KILMACTHOMAS man who attempted to jump over the counter of a chipper to get at the staff because they wouldn’t serve him food was fined for a public order offence last week. Patrick Moloney (39) with an address at Grannan Boreen, Carroll’s Cross, Kilmacthomas, pleaded guilty to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, at The Square, Kilmacthomas, on 25th March, 2017. Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s

Dungarvan District Court that the accused was in an intoxicated state and refused to pay for his food at a local chipper. “He was asked to leave the chipper, but he attempted to jump the counter to get at the staff,” Insp. Sheahan said. “The owner of the chipper pulled the accused out of the shop. Gardaí arrived and arrested the accused.” The court heard the accused has four previous convictions. Solicitor Paddy Gordon said his client had “more drink than

he should have on the night”. “My client has no great recollection of what happened. He did apologise to the Gardaí and wants to make a public apology to the chip shop staff,” said Mr. Gordon. “My client lives in the Kilmac’ area and he is remorseful for what happened. He acknowledges what he did was wrong.” He said his client is currently unemployed and is living with his partner and two children. Judge Finn described the accused’s conduct in the chipper

as “atrocious”. Judge Finn said he did not understand the accused’s behaviour - “He got food and refused to pay for it, then he wanted to vault the counter and get at the staff for some reason”. “There would have been other patrons on the premises who would be put off by that type of behaviour,” Judge Finn said. Handing down a €400 fine for the public order offence, Judge Finn warned he could easily impose a jail term, as the accused has previous convictions.

Bench warrant issued A BENCH warrant was issued for the arrest of a Dungarvan man who failed to appear in court last week. Elijah Ducey (19) with addresses at 9 Boher Mochuda, Lismore; and 2 Paddy Browne’s Road, Belvedere, Lisduggan, Waterford, is accused of alleged theft at Garvey’s SuperValu, Dungarvan, on 7th March, 2017; and a charge of allegedly going behind reception of Lawlor’s Hotel, on 20th December, 2016, with intent on committing an arrestable offence (to wit, alleged theft). At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor Martin Lavan said he has no direct instructions from his client, and was informed the accused has left the jurisdiction and is believed to be in Scotland. Judge Terence Finn issued a bench warrant for the accused’s arrest.

Man to pay compensation for theft of coal A MAN who attempted to steal a bag of coal from a local service station had his case adjourned for payment of compensation. Bernard McDonagh (21) with an address at Bay 1, Shandon halting site, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to theft from Amber Filling Station, Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 22nd December, 2016. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that the accused entered Amber Filling Station and placed two 40 kg bags of coal into his vehicle. Insp. Sheahan said the accused only paid for one of the bags of coal. He said the coal was valued at €19. The accused has previous convictions, including one conviction for theft. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 26th April, 2017, for payment of compensation and for consideration of penalty.

Permanent TSB announces partnership with Social Entrepreneurs Ireland – Permanent TSB has announced a 5-year partnership with Social Entrepreneurs Ireland to support its Alumni Network in tackling social issues such as poverty, mental health and environmental sustainability. Pictured at the announcement of the partnership in the South East Region are (left-right) Mark McCrory, South East Regional Manager, Permanent TSB; Brendan Lynott, Distribution Director, Permanent TSB; Social Entrepreneurs Sean Love, Executive Director, Fighting Words and Aoibheann O’Brien, Managing Director, FoodCloud and Darren Ryan, Chief Executive, Social Entrepreneurs Ireland. The bank will invest €375,000 in the partnership over 5 years as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy.

Jail term for criminal damage to car windows Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Dungarvan Lions Club-Greenway Leisure Cycle in aid of Waterford Hospice which takes place on the 21st May were Lions Club President Denis Kennedy; Danette Connolly, Chairperson, [John Power] Waterford Hospice.

A DUNGARVAN man who caused damage to the windows of a car was handed a jail sentence last week. Daniel Fraher (21) with an address at 3 The Beeches, Dungarvan, pleaded guilty to criminal damage of a vehicle window at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, on 15th September, 2016. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Inspector Larry Sheahan told Judge Terence Finn that in the early hours of the night in question, the accused approached the vehicle with an implement, believed to be a hammer,

and smashed the side windows of the vehicle, causing €150 worth of damage. He said the vehicle’s owner, Rebecca Wall, witnessed the accused causing the damage and contacted the Gardaí, who later arrested the accused. “It is believed the accused was trying to target Ms. Wall’s partner,” Insp. Sheahan told the court. The accused has 22 previous convictions. Solicitor David Burke said his client is currently serving a nine month jail term and asked the court not to extend his time in

prison. He said there was some difficulty between the accused and Ms. Wall’s partner, but there has been no further incidents since. Judge Finn said the accused cannot take the law into his own hands. He handed down a six month jail sentence for the criminal damage charge. A separate charge against the accused, of being intoxicated in public at The Beeches, Dungarvan, on 28th August, 2016, was marked as proven and taken into consideration.

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Special speed limit bye-laws adopted by Council SPECIAL speed limit bye-laws were adopted by the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, which reduces the speed limit on some roads around the three Districts, Dungarvan-Lismore, Comeragh, and the Metropolitan area. A countywide review of speed limits commenced in September, 2015, with the draft bye-laws advertised for public consultation in February, 2017. Submissions received from the public were considered by each District Council at workshops during March. The recommendations from the three District Councils were then presented to the April meet-

ing of the Plenary Council for adoption. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan asked that the Council erect ‘proceed with caution’ signage on narrow rural roads which can accommodate only one vehicle, rather than erecting an 80 km/h sign. “It is like you are encouraging the driver to ‘go on, try it’,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin said the default speed outside built-up urban areas on regional roads is 80 km/h and 100 km/h on the national primary roads. He said there is provision under new regulations to cater for the type of situation raised by

Cllr. O’Ryan, where there won’t be a speed limit sign, but rather another general sign that advises motorists to drive at a lower speed. “There are a couple of locations we are looking at to put up that signage,” Mr. Galvin said. The special speed limit byelaws were proposed by Cllr. Davy Daniels, seconded by Cllr. Liam Brazil, and agreed unanimously. AN RINN / AN SEAN PHOBAL Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell has asked the people of An Rinn and An Sean Phobal to take note of speed limit changes in the area. He pointed out that this is the first time there will be a 50 km/h

speed limit in Sean Phobal. The 80 km/h speed limit at Tigh Muirithe, Helvick R674 will be reduced to 60 km/h. The speed limit at the school in An Rinn R674 will be reduced to 50 km/h from the Garda Station to the secondary school for 530 metres. The speed limit at the school in An Sean Phobal, L2606-7, will be reduced to 50 km/h for 840 metres to service the GAA pitch and for 250 metres on the approach road. There is a reduction in speed to 50 km/h at the school in Ballycurrane, L6083-3 for 95 metres and for 55 metres on all approach roads.

2018 Centenary Steering Committee agreed WATERFORD Council agreed to have the steering committee responsible for the 1916 Centenary celebrations, continue onto a new 1918 Centenary Steering Committee. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Eddie Ruane, Senior Executive Officer, Corporate Services and Meetings Administrator, said a steering committee needs to be established to oversee preparations for the commemoration of the

Centenary of 1918 in Waterford, which will include the marking of the death of John Redmond (6th March, 1918), the by-election following his death and the General Election (December, 1918). He said the structure of the proposed 2018 Centenary Committee will be similar to that of the 2016 Centenary Committee - representation of all political parties and independents, two members from the Public

Participation Network, two local authority staff (archivist and heritage officer), and two representatives from the heritage and museum sector. Cllr. James Tobin proposed that the 2018 Committee be the same as the 2016 Committee. All Councillors agreed that the representatives on the 2016 Committee would ‘roll over’ onto the 2018 Centenary Committee.

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Irish Hospice Foundation Super Fundraising night at Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium, Waterford SATURDAY, 29th APRIL, 2017 THE Irish Hospice Foundation are holding a major Fundraising Night at Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium, Waterford, Saturday 29th April with the first race starting at 7.50 p.m. All proceeds from the night will go to the Foundations National Cycling Team and Camino Walkers. This year, they are hoping to raise from both events an amazing nett figure of €260,000 (two hundred and sixty thousand euro). The cycle this year is again being led by former Tour De France rider Paul Kimmage which goes from Porto to Lisbon while the Camino walk goes from Oia to the city of the Apostle Santiago De Compostela. Waterford will be represented in both these events by John O’Gorman and Colin Healy who will be hoping to complete the gruelling total of 1,500 km on bikes and walking. For the cycling team the wonderful figure of two million euro raised is edging very close since the team was formed in 2008. Pre sold tickets for Saturday night’s event only benefit the Hospice and are available from Colin at 0871244616 and John at 087-9587328 with a guaranteed anywhere delivery on time. There will also be a major raffle on the night with at least twenty or more delightful prizes to be won. Admission tickets costs single €10 and family of 2 Adults and up to four children costs €20. Don’t forget to pre-book with Colin or John at the above numbers. Look forward to seeing you all there! Aoibhe and Leon Devereux from Dungarvan at the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Update awaited on Tenants Purchase Scheme By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is awaiting an update from Housing Minister Simon Coveney on the country’s Tenants Purchase Scheme, Waterford Council Director of Services for Housing Ivan Grimes told April’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. The director was responding to a request from Cllr John Pratt who sought clarification on the Part V Agreement part of the scheme under which people, he said, had been unable to purchase houses. Part V relates to social housing units built on a par with the number of private houses built in a development. Mr. Grimes assured that submissions made by the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District committee and other

councillors had been forwarded and he would update the members accordingly. He added that there were currently affordable housing schemes currently operating in the district, “so that element of the Part V agreement would need to be reviewed.” Meantime, in response to an inquiry from Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, the director said all houses purchased by the council last year had now either been allocated or were in the process of being so. Cllr. Whelan also noted that a green area at the taken-in-charge Railway Gardens estate, Lismore had been bought. She asked by whom, for what purpose and whether the residents had had any say in it? Mr. Grimes said he would talk to her “separately” on the matter once he had looked into the details.

Katie Halpin-Hill from An Rinn pictured with Gearoid O'Donovan from Dungarvan at Walton Park for the start of the Greenway Food Trail Cycle during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Support sought for online petition to have autistic units in all schools A COUNCILLOR has asked for support for an online petition to have autistic units put into all schools around the country. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. John O’Leary said he received correspondence from a woman, Judith Clarke, who has a child with autism. Cllr. O’Leary explained that this woman started the online petition to have autistic units put into schools because education and inclusion is so important for children with autism and mainstream classes aren’t always suitable. He said there are huge problems with lack of places at Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) units / classes, and many parents of autistic children have to travel long distances just to get their children into these ASD units because of a lack of them in their own area. “Children with autism and their parents

face many tough challenges in their lives,” said Cllr. O’Leary. He urged people to go online and support Ms. Clarke in her quest to have more autistic units put into schools. According to Ms. Clarke, who started the campaign with her husband, she said there are currently one in every 65 children being diagnosed with autism, and with waiting lists for ASD units being so long, there are not enough places to meet the demand. “These units are desperately needed now,” Ms. Clarke said.“There are parents who have to drive to a school miles away from their home to another town, across their county or to another county to access a school with a unit. They may also have other children who are in the local school,” she pointed out. She said if at least one ASD unit was provided in every school, it would have lots of benefits for children with autism and they will not have to travel outside their own

community just to go to school. Ms. Clarke provision of ASD units in schools would give the children with autism an opportunity “to learn at their own pace and in a smaller class environment that suits their needs” and would give them a chance to “progress and integrate into a mainstream class when it is possible, access the full school curriculum and reach their own full potential”. “It will help children with autism to feel included, to make friends and help develop their independence and confidence,” Ms. Clarke said. “Other children in the school will get an understanding of the condition. They learn that everyone is different and that's ok and that some children have different learning needs.” The online petition can be signed at www.change.org and search for ‘Open an ASD Class/Unit in all Irish Primary & Secondary Schools’.

Slight fall in March planning applications By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council received 76 planning countywide in March 2017, five less than for the same month in 2016. The Dungarvan / Lismore Municipal District provided 28 applications (same number as for 2016), to bring its total for the year’s first quarter to 69. There were 15 planning applications lodged in the Comeragh

Municipal District (total 50 for first quarter) and the Metropolitan District logged 33, to bring its total to 95. There were 74 pre-planning applications received across the county to bring the total to 143 so far in 2017. IRELAND 2040 In other planning matters Waterford Council has made an individual submission to the government under the Ireland 2014 National Plan. However, it has

also made a joint submission with Kilkenny, Tipperary, Carlow and Wexford councils. The 2040 Plan places particular emphasis on population increase, job creation, environmental issues and job creation. Both submissions seek to strengthen the role and function of the South-East Waterford region. The government’s draft plan will be made available for public consultation in the months to come, prior to the

final framework being considered before the end of the year. VACANT SITES Under the Urban Regeneration and Housing Act 2015, the council’s planning department is statutorily obliged to establish and maintain a Vacant Sites Register. For this purpose an assessment of vacant sites is being conducted. Following its completion, a workshop will be held for councillors in order to establish details of the register

and relevant legislation, following which sites will be registered. HERITAGE PLAN In tandem with the findings of the 2017-22 Heritage Plan and the receipt of €25,000 grant aid from the Heritage Council of Ireland, tenders have been submitted for an ecological survey of St. John’s River. Contracts will be awarded following assessment of same in the coming weeks. Waterford Council received 33 applications under the Built

Heritage Investment Scheme inaugurated by the department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, for which funding is €109,000. Following consideration by the department, applicants were to be notified by the end of April. The department is also managing the Structures at Risk Fund for 2017 for which funding is ‘project dependent’, and to be decided by the department on receipt of applications.

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 VIKING MARATHON SATURDAY JUNE 24TH 2017 Notice is hereby given that Waterford City and County Council, in exercise of its powers pursuant to Section 75 of the Roads Act 1993, propose to close the following roads on Saturday 24th June 2017 during the times speciﬁed below to facilitate the holding of the Waterford Viking Marathon 2017.

Dónal Ó Liatháin (Údarás na Gaeltachta), Fergal Power (CEO-Powerflow Electronics), John Power (PresidentPowerflow Electronics), Pat Spillane (Ambassador for the Action Plan for Rural Ireland). [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Ambassador for Rural Ireland visits local Electrical/Electronics Automation Company A WORLD Leader in electrical and electronic control and automation, Powerflow Electronics, have been exporting to more than 100 countries worldwide from the Ring Gaeltacht since 1982. On a recent visit by the Ambassador for the Action Plan for Rural Ireland, Mr. Pat Spillane, and representatives from both Údarás na Gaeltachta and Roinn na Gaeltachta, Company President, John Power and CEO, Fergal Power, demonstrated their state of the art technologies and innovative products, which have enabled the local family run business to remain at the forefront of its industry for

over 35 years, supplying some of the largest OEM Companies in the world. During the visit, Powerflow shared their knowledge and expertise in relation to managing, expanding and generating employment from an SME’s perspective in Rural Ireland. Powerflow were honoured and excited to welcome Pat Spillane and his team to the Deise Gaeltacht and wish him every success and any support we can offer as he sets out to mission to create growth and promote enterprise in Rural Ireland.

Council to advertise for projects under this year’s Town and Village Renewal Scheme WATERFORD City and County Council will be very active with rural communities over the coming months in order to submit projects for funding under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme. At the April meeting of the local authority, Director of Services, Lar Power, revealed that the Council must advertise the scheme by the end of April to make communities aware of the funding stream, and then have to submit up to 15 projects by the end of June for consideration by the Department. “The Town and Village Renewal Scheme is bigger than last year - last year there was €12m available in funding, this year, it’s €20m,” Mr. Power said. “We will be very active with the communities in May and

June. It is a longer time frame this year than what it was for last year,” he said. Cllr. Eamon Quinlan noted that projects in Waterford received up to €380,000 last year. “When this scheme came out last year, many groups were inhibited from applying due to the tight turnaround time. The only projects that were submitted were ones which were already advanced,” he said. Mr. Power said the Council is active in the rural development areas, engaging with communities and looking at strategic projects. Mr. Power agreed that last year’s deadline for submissions was too short and wasn’t practical. However, he noted that the

Department described Waterford as “the best county for operating the scheme”, because of the way the Council went about it. Cllr. Joe Conway noted that €100,000 was allocated to Tramore from the scheme for the installation of CCTV, and queried if a local contractor got the tender for the work. Mr. Power said the erection of CCTV cameras and connection to the Garda system is specialist work and was tendered recently. Mr. Power said that while he didn’t have details of the tender to hand at the meeting, he doubted the contractor was local and said he believed the tender would operate on a national level for such specialised equipment.

Road to be closed

Time

• The Mall, Waterford (R680) • John Street, Johnstown (R860) from its junction with Parnell Street (R680) to the Junction with Ballytruckle road (R708) • South Parade (R708) • Otteran Place (R708) • Catherine Street (R708) • Bridge Street (R686)

8.00am to 10.30am

• Brownes Road (L1515) Slip road from the Cork Road • Skibbereen Road(L5514) Slip road from Tir Connell Avenue to Old Kilmeaden Road

10.00am to 6.00pm

• Whelans Bridge Road (L4411) Closed at junction of Ballyduff East(L8029) and Lacka Road (L4036) to junction of Killoteran L4411 and Bawnfune L4035 to Butlerstown North L4041

8.00am to 6.00pm

Outbound Lane Closures

Time

Outbound Lane on the Quay from Tower Hotel to Rice Bridge:

8.00am to 10.30am

• • • • •

R680 R680 R680 R680 R680

Parade Quay Coal Quay Merchants Quay Custom House Quay Meagher’s Quay

Outbound Lanes from Rice Bridge (R680) in the direction of the N25

8.00am to 10.30am

Outbound Lanes from Sallypark to N25:

8.00am to 10.30am

Sallypark (R448) to Newrath Roundabout and from Newrath Roundabout on the R861 to Roundabout No. 12 at Grannagh and onto N25 Outbound Lane Closures in County Kilkenny

Time

The following roads in County Kilkenny will be subject to lane closures as follows:

8.00am to 10.30am

A lane of the outbound carriageway of the R448 from Sallypark (at County Bounds) to Newrath Roundabout and a lane of the outbound carriageway of the R861 from Newrath Roundabout to Roundabout no. 12 at Grannagh and onto N25 westbound. Trafﬁc Disruption on the following roads

Time

Please be aware there will be Trafﬁc Disruption on the following Roads in Waterford City:

8.30am to 10.30am

• R861 • Roundabout No 12 on M9/N24/N25 at Grannagh • N25 at the Toll Plaza Please be aware there will be Trafﬁc Disruption on the following roads in County Kilkenny: R448/R861 Newrath Roundabout Please be aware there will also be Trafﬁc Disruption on the following Roads in Waterford City (Detours in place): • • • • • • • •

L4039 Bawnfune R680 Cork Road R710 Outer Ring Road L1515 Brownes Road L1516 Tir Connell Avenue L1509 Old Kilmeaden Road L55071 Knockhouse Link Rd L5507 Knockhouse Road

• • • • • • •

8.30am to 6.00 pm

L1505 Gracedieu Road R686 Summerhill R686 Bridge Street L90296 Mary Street L15001 Suir Street L1500 Grattan Quay L1501 Billberry Road

Alternative Route: Diversions will be in place on the day and local access will be maintained. Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on Wednesday 10th May, 2017. Fergus Galvin Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

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Blaas for Kids raise a huge 21,000 for Touching Hearts The sixth annual WLR Blaas for Kids took place on Friday, 7th April, raising money for a local children's charity through the sale of the Déise's favourite foodstuff, the Blaa THIS year, WLR teamed up with Touching Hearts, the charity behind the building of a new facility to replace the Sacred heart Centre on Lady Lane, which looks after children from 0-18 years of age with additional needs. This new centre will be built on the grounds of St. Otteran’s in Waterford City. Although the project is backed by the HSE, the facility cannot be built without financial support and donations from the public, and the sooner we can raise the funds needed, the sooner these children will be able to get the care they deserve in an environment suitable for their needs. To help us raise funds to put towards the building of this new facility, companies, businesses and orgnisations from all across Waterford City and County enjoyed fresh-from-the-bakery Blaas by Walsh's Bakehouse filled with ham from The Premium Butcher and a packet of O'Donnell's crisps in lieu of a €5 donation made for each Blaa and crisp combo. Over 2,700 Blaas were preordered before April 7th, with almost 3,000 Blaas prepared and distributed from Blaas For Kids HQ at Evoke German Kitchens, just off the Six Cross Roads Roundabout in Waterford. A team of volunteers including friends of Touching Hearts, WLR, Evoke German Kitchens, De La Salle College and Waterford Senior Hurling manager, Derek McGrath were on site in Evoke from 5am to prepare the Blaas. The surplus was then sold in the foyer of University Hospital Waterford, the Mall in City Square Shopping Centre, on the main campus at WIT and Bank of Ireland on the Quay in Waterford City, where bucket shakers also collected hundreds of Euro in cash donations. The bucket collections continued at Waterford FC's home game V Cobh Ramblers in the RSC that evening. Also as part of the fundraising initiative, WIT Arena held a 12 hour Spinathon with volunteers from the Arena and from De La Salle College 'spinning' on exercise bikes for 12 consecutive hours from 8am-8pm on Friday, April 7th. The final tally of funds raised was a target-smashing €21,095.

In advance of the efforts, WLR aimed to raise €10,000 for Touching Hearts, but generous donations for the charity continued to flow in. Speaking on Friday April 7th while the working total was being calculated, Gary O'Keeffe of Touching Hearts told WLR that he was 'confident we'll hit the 15K mark'; so the whole team behind Blaas For Kids is delighted to have raised so much money. The €21,000 will now go towards facilities for recreational therapy to help children with a variety of additional needs. Dermot Dooley, whose son Darragh receives care in the Sacred Heart Centre, is spearheading many of Touching Hearts fundraising initiatives Speaking to WLR, he said "We're so grateful for all the support, not just from WLR but the Blaas for Kids sponsors Walsh's Bakehouse, The Premium Butcher & Dawn Meats, O'Donnell's Crisps and Evoke German Kitchens, but from the countless people across Waterford who have supported us and continue to support our fundraising for Touching Hearts. And thanks to all our volunteers and all the lads from De La Salle College and Ardscoil na Mara in Tramore for all their help on the day". WLR's Big Breakfast Blaa presenter Mary O'Neill, said “Since we visited the Sacred Heart Centre late last year, we knew we wanted to support Touching Hearts through Blaas for Kids and we're thrilled the day was such a success. A massive thank you to everyone who bought Blaas and made donations: there was a huge variety of businesses and organisations involved - from Butlerstown Primary School, the Presentation Secondary School and De La Salle College, to the likes of Schivo, Cartamundi, Sanofi, nearForm, Bank of Ireland and McDonald’s on the Cork Road. They are just some of the businesses who supported us, but there were over 80 in total and we're so grateful for the support." To see more about Touching Hearts and their advanced plans for a purpose built facility to care for children with additional needs or to make a donation to the charity, visit TouchingHearts.ie

WLR's Oliver Carrol chats to Ray C about Blaas for Kids, live from Evoke [John Hearne German Kitchens.

Derek McGrath, Waterford Senior Hurling Manager; Billy, friend of Touching Hearts; Declan Furlong, MD of Evoke German Kitchens; Dermot Dooley, Touching Hearts Fundraising. [John Hearne]

Some of the volunteers who prepared the Blaas for Kids incl students from De La Salle College, staff from WLR and Evoke German Kitchens and Touching Hearts representatives. [John Hearne]

Students at the Mercy Primary School enjoying their Blaas for Kids in aid of Touching Hearts.

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Council asked to step in and save rural post offices WATERFORD Council was asked to investigate whether it can transfer any more of its services to the Post Office in a bid to save rural post offices. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Councillors voiced their concern about the future of rural post offices, after the Chief Executive of An Post, David McRedmond indicated there are 265 ‘unviable’ post offices around the country which may face closure. He told RTÉ’s Primetime recently that if changes are not made to modernise the post office, “then the whole system will collapse”. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan raised his concerns at the Council meeting, and suggested the Council should look into transferring more services to the post office to enhance the local post office network. “We could be proactive by allowing things like motor tax and other fees to be paid in the post office?” he queried. “It would provide a ‘shot in the arm’ for local post offices, because it is incumbent on us to do something fast,” he said. MINISTERS SLAMMED Meanwhile, Cllr. James Tobin

attacked the two ministers who had a public row over which had responsibility for An Post. He voiced utter incredulity that the government didn’t know which minister was in charge of post offices, and said it goes to show the importance the government has give the matter. The public spat took place recently between Communications Minister Denis Naughten and Rural Affairs Minister Michael Ring, to the embarrassment of the government. Cllr. Tobin said two post offices have closed in recent times in West Waterford (Knockanore and Ballyduff), along with one in Conna, and another in the area under threat of closure. NO MORE CLOSURES Cllr. Tobin asked the Council to write to Minister Naughten and An Post highlighting that Waterford “will not entertain the closure of any more post offices in Waterford”. “There is enough of them closed and enough of things closed!” he added. Cllr. John Pratt said he understood from a government report (McKinsey report) that anything up to 500 post offices could

close. “It is very stark and many towns and villages have already lost their banks,” he said. Cllr. Pratt said now is the time to make a stand and suggested the Council also write to the post office union (IPU) about the matter, “because this looks like it could be a ‘fait accompli’ from what we are hearing”. Cllr. Seamus O’Donnell accused the banks of taking business from post offices when people were encouraged to transfer their pensions and social welfare payments directly into their bank accounts, instead of collecting them at the post office. Cllr. O’Donnell said the only person to keep the post offices open is Fianna Fáil leader, Micheál Martin. “He is the man to put his foot down, because if he does put his foot down, those post offices will be kept open,” Cllr. O’Donnell stated, which received ‘hear, hear’ from many of the other Councillors. Chief Executive of Waterford Council, Michael Walsh, said he shared the Councillors’ concerns in relation to rural towns and villages. He said the Council does not have the budget to expand serv-

ices to the post office, and pointed out that doing so would mean it would have to be procured first. “The post office already provides some services for us, but they do so on the basis of tenders, in terms of housing rents and otherwise,” Mr. Walsh said. “We’ll certainly look at it and see if there is any potential to tender anything that won’t be at a significant additional cost to ourselves. But right at this moment, I can’t see how in terms of doing so, where we could do it cost effectively, but we’ll be open minded in that context.” Cllr. O’Ryan sought a meeting between Councillors and management with the prime purpose of coming up with ideas. “There might be other avenues we could think of in a brainstorming session,” Cllr. O’Ryan said. “Time is of the essence.” Mayor Adam Wyse suggested it be brought up at the next meeting of the Corporate Policy Guidelines Group (CPG), for discussion and whether it can be taken further with a workshop. He said the Council would also write to the Minister about the matter. All Councillors were in agreement.

Permanent memorial sought for victims of Good Shepherd Laundry WATERFORD Councillors supported a motion calling on the Council to create a permanent memorial to the victims of the Magdalene Laundry in Waterford. At the April meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Breda Brennan proposed the Notice of Motion, which asked the Council to recognise and support the importance of creating a permanent memorial to honour and remember the experiences of exresidents of St. Mary Magdalene Laundry (also known as the Good Shepherd Laundry) and St. Dominic’s Industrial School in Waterford. “This is something that is very close to my own heart. We’ve all heard testimonies from women confined in these institutions,” said Cllr. Brennan. “Some were even found to have mass graves on their grounds. Events that took place must have, and often did have, an impact on these women’s lives, not only for time spent there, but

after they left them, and it impacted on their own families lives.” She outlined that the foundation stone for the Good Shepherd Laundry was laid in 1892 and was only closed in 1996. “During the time from when it was opened until its closure, over 30,000 women were confined,” Cllr. Brennan said. She said that in a 2013 report, 24 women died between 1942 and 1968, whose birth names have still not been identified. “When women entered these laundries, their own birth names were taken and they were given a ‘house’ name,” Cllr. Brennan said. Seconding the motion, Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald said Ireland as a nation, not just the religious orders, but also the State authorities, must make a start at reconciliation and try to begin a healing process for these people who were mentally scared in these institutions Councillors unanimously supported the motion.

TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 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 on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June 2017 from 8.00am to 6.00pm to facilitate the holding of the Imokilly Motor Hillclimb by Imokilly Motor Club. Roads to be Closed: • R674 from its junction with the N25 at An Rinn Cross for a distance of 2.7km to its junction with the L2036 at An Léith, An Rinn. • L2038 from its junction with the R674 at Baile Uí Shearúcháin for a distance of 3.1km to its junction with the N25 at Windgap. • L6123 from its junction with the N25 at Windgap for a distance of 0.1km to its junction with the L2038 at Windgap. • L6115 at its junction with the R674 at Baile Uí Shearúcháin L6116 at its junction with the R674 at An Léith, An Rinn Alternative Route: Trafﬁc travelling from An Rinn and An Sean Phobal will divert at Gort na Daibhche on to the L2036 as far as the Seanachaí Pub and on to the N25 at that point. Trafﬁc travelling from Dungarvan to An Rinn and An Sean Phobal will continue on the N25 as far as the Seanachaí Bar and follow the L2036 to Gort na Daibhche. Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on Friday 5th May, 2017. Fergus Galvin, Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

25th April 2017

DÚNADH SEALADACH BÓITHRE ALT 75, ACHT NA MBÓITHRE 1993 Tugtar fógra leis seo go bhfuil sé i gceist ag Comhairle Cathrach agus Contae Phort Láirge, ag feidhmiú a cumhachtaí faoi réir Alt 75, Acht na mBóithre 1993, na bóithre seo a leanas a dhúnadh ar an Satharn 10ú agus an Domhnach 11ú lá Mheitheamh 2017, idir 8:00r.n. agus 6:00 i.n., chun gur féidir le Club Mótair Ó Mic Coille Rás Cnoic Ó Mic Coille a reachtáil. Na Bóithre a bheidh Dúnta: • An R674 óna acomhal leis an N25 ag Crosaire na Rinne ar feadh achair 2.7km go dtí a acomhal leis an L2036 ag An Léith, An Rinn.

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The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Sound man Phil! New US immigration demands IT hardly comes as a surprise that Phil Hogan has no regrets over his handling of the creation of Irish Water and the re-introduction of water charges, he was never a particularly sensitive individual and enjoyed his reputation as hard man and fixer in Fine Gael for Enda Kenny. Even after convulsing the country, mainly by his bull-in-a-china-shop approach to water, he continues to consider that he ‘has done some service’ and we should know it. Quoted in the Irish Examiner this week, Phil is ‘very proud of Irish Water achievements’, which really says it all about his attitude to the country and its people. According to the report by Fiachra Ó Cionnaith, the former minister has ‘refused to apologise for his criticism of Irish Water opponents and has said he is very proud of what the utility has achieved’. If splitting the country in two; bringing thousands of protestors onto the streets for a couple of years and wasting good and valuable Dail and Cabinet time with a controversy of his making which never should have happened is an achievement, then he has

had a very significant one. The report says that the EU agriculture commissioner defended the record of the utility which was set up while he was environment minister. When the company’s role in addressing poor water conditions in County Roscommon, concerns that visitors to the web summit would be unable to take a shower, and claims that Intel would not expand its base here due to water quality were taken into account, he said he was “very proud of what Irish Water has achieved”. There is no question but that a new and centralised approach to operating water services in this country was needed and that large investment is a must, but the central point of the argument always has been Hogan’s totally insensitive and inequitable handling of the issue. Unrepentant he is and unrepentant he will stay, the man is not for turning as Mrs. Thatcher used to say of herself.They make an excellent couple!

SOME of the excesses which were feared when Donald Trump won the American Presidential election seem to be still a live topic, even a possibility, in the Department of Homeland Security. New and more repressive demands were expected to be imposed on those entering the US from various countries, but few could have expected that this would include handing over passwords to social media accounts which would allow immigration officials to peer into the most personal details of people’s lives. That is what is being reported across the world just now and Irish people will not be exempt. According to a report in the I In what seems to be an exclusive report in the Irish Examiner, eight in 10 Irish people say they would probably not visit the US if the proposed new border rules take effect. “It comes as countries visiting the US could be forced to reveal social media passwords, mobile phone contacts, political ideologies, and financial data under new “extreme vetting” rules proposed by the Trump administration. A survey of more than 1,000 people by travel search engine Kayak found 78% of Irish people said they would likely not visit the US if the rules came into force, with 38% stating they would definitely not visit. A total of 69% said the new rules would be an “invasion of privacy”, while over half (51% said they would simply refuse to comply with these rules. Another 31% said they

would “not feel comfortable” sharing this level of personal information. With the US immigration system, there is simply no question of ‘refusing to comply with the rules’. You comply or stay out are the only two choices available. The proposed new system is reported worldwide and countries are not happy “What sites do you visit? And give us your passwords.” That’s what U.S. Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly wants foreign visitors to hear before they’re allowed to enter the United States. “If they don’t want to give us that information, then they don’t come,” he said, while testifying in front of the House Homeland Security Committee on Tuesday. The suggestion was met with horror among privacy advocates. “With that kind of access, they can not only see what you’ve publicly posted, but things you haven't posted yet, private messages, private lists, they can impersonate you, and even do these things on accident,” wrote Joseph Lorenzo Hall, the chief technologist at the Center for Democracy and Technology, on his website. “This kind of access is profoundly invasive.” Kelly’s proposal goes beyond most interpretations of the law – but that doesn’t mean it’s not already followed, occasionally and informally, by American border agents.” This may or may not come to pass, but it goes to show what is considered and what the extremities might be. This is concerning, if not outright frightening really.

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993 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 on Sunday 25th June 2017 from 8.00am to 6.30pm to facilitate the holding of the ‘Ravens Rock Rally’ by Carrick-on-Suir Motor Club Ltd. Roads to be Closed: Stage 1, 4, 7 Portlaw to Whitestown Cross Roads From Portlaw (junction where the L4501-2 meets the L 4027) along the L4027 turning left onto the L8024 by Beallough turning right onto the L4025 and then right onto the L8023 by Ballyvallikin, turning left onto the L4027 to ﬁnish at Whitestown Cross Roads (junction where the L4027 meets the R677). Stage 2, 5, 8 Ballyquin Cross Roads to Currabaha West From Ballyquin Cross Roads along the L7095 turning left onto the L3059 and left onto the L7074 at Mothel along by Clashdog to Glenstown Bridge, along the L3054, L7068, L7067, L7066 at Curraghphillipeen, L3054 at Sruhayroghaun, L7059, L3056, L7048, L7049 at Ashtown Bridge, L7051, L3052 at Kealtoun, L7050 to ﬁnish at Currabaha West at the junction where the L7050 meets the L3037. Stage 3, 6, 9 Bucks Cross Roads to Coolagadden From the junction where the L8010 meets the L4016 near Bucks Cross Roads, along the L4016, L8012 at Caheruane, L8011, L8013 at Crinalisk, L8014 at Carrickphilip, L8019, L8018 at Ballygarran along the L4016 to the junction where the L4016 meets the L4019 at Coolagadden. Alternative Route: Please follow diversion routes on day of event. Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on Friday 12th May, 2017. Fergus Galvin Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

25th April 2017

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TEMPORARY CLOSING OF ROADS SECTION 75 ROADS ACT 1993

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 road to through trafﬁc from 30th June to 1st September 2017 to facilitate the installation of new water main.

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 road to through trafﬁc from 29th May to 30th June 2017 to facilitate the installation of new water main.

Road to be Closed:

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L-6056 Aglish to Dromore, Co. Waterford.

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L-6054 Aglish to Dromore, Co. Waterford.

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L-2011 Aglish to Dromore, Co. Waterford.

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L-6053 Aglish to Dromore, Co. Waterford

Diversion Route:

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• Diversion via L-6056 Dromore Ferry Road and South on L-6051 towards Tinnascart.

Diversion via L-2012 to Auchnaclareen Bridge, L-6055, L-6056 Dromore ferry Road, L-6051, L-6053.

Objections or submissions may be made in writing to the Director of Services, Roads, Water and Environment, Waterford City and County Council, City Hall, The Mall, Waterford not later than 4pm on 10th May 2017.

Fergus Galvin, Director of Services Roads, Water and Environment

25th April 2017

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IN MEMORIAM

BIRTHDAY REMEMBRANCE

TOBIN – In loving memory of our dear parents Richard and Peg Tobin, late of Kilnafarna, Dungarvan, whose Anniversaries occur at this time. Masses offered.

O’BRIEN (20th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary O’Brien (nee Power), late of Knockateemore, Dungarvan, whose 20th Anniversary occurs on 29th April.

Time and years slip gently by, But memories of you will never die, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day. Will those who remember them today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered missed by all the family.

and

Those we love can never be more than a thought away. For as long as there’s a memory they live in our hearts to stay.

–Sadly missed and always remembered by her loving husband John and Anthony, Susan, Aoife, Frances, Rory, Tara and all of her family and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 29th April, in Kilgobinet Church at 11.00 a.m.

WHELAN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Annette Whelan, late of Kilcooney, Ballinamult, Co. Waterford, who died on 30th April, 2016. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 29th April, at St. Mary’s Church, Touraneena, at 7.30 p.m.

Wilton, Cork, and Coolbagh, Clashmore 2nd May, 2016 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary

MAHER – 32nd birthday remembrance of Michelle Maher, late of Knocknamaulee, Colligan, whose 32nd birthday occurs on 24th April. No birthday cards to put on show, No candles on a cake to blow, Your special day we cannot share, Our gift to you must be a prayer. Let the stars be your candles Michelle, And keep them burning bright, So that when we look up to the sky, We know that you’re alright. So today on your 32nd birthday Michelle, We would like to send, A great big happy birthday wish, Just to tell you that we thought the world of you, And miss you every day.

–Loved always, Mam, Dad, Una, Paudie, Sinead and nephews Cormac and Ben.

We remember a smile we would love to see, And a hand we would love to touch, We remember a voice we would love to hear, Because we loved you so very much.

–Never forgotten by her loving family.

RHEINISCH (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Capt. Patrick Julian Rheinisch, late of Dublin and Dungarvan, who died on 23rd April, 2011. R.I.P. It does not take a special day, For us to think of you, Each Mass we hear, each prayer we say, Is offered up for you.

–Remembered by his family, sons Donal, Eamon, Killian and Pat; daughters Ann, Helen and Mary; sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th April, at 9.00 a.m. in the Friary Church, Dungarvan.

–Always remembered by her loving children Catherine, Margaret, Elizabeth, John, Tom, Peter and David and all their families.

DEATH NOTICE CASS (née Power), Eily – April 23rd, 2017 (late of Lower Waterford Road, Carrick-Beg, Carrick-onSuir and formerly of Killbrack, Rathgormack, and Clashmore, Co. Water-ford) (peacefully) in her 92nd year in the loving care of the staff of Melview Nursing Home, Clonmel, beloved wife of the late John and mother of the late Rena Flynn; deeply regretted by her loving sons Michael, Jimmy, John and Aidan; daughters Breda O'Connell, Helen Power and Mary McNamara; sons-in-law Billy, Richie, Eamon and Jack; daughters-in-law Anne, Mary and Nuala; grandsons; granddaughters and their partners; great-grandsons, great-grandaughters, nieces, nephews, cousins, neighbours, relatives and friends. R.I.P. Reposing in St. Molleran’s Church, Carrick-Beg on Tuesday from 5 o'clock with prayers at 8.30 p.m. Funeral Mass on tomorrow (Wednesday) at 12.30 p.m. followed by burial in Rathgormack Cemetery. "How many hearts one life can touch."

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT † JAMES FOLEY

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

O’MARA (28th anniversary) – In loving memory of our dear daughter Geraldine, late of Knockboy, who died on 29th April, 1989, aged 19 years.

WALSH – 34th birthday remembrance of Marie Walsh, late of Mahonbridge, Kilmacthomas, for 28th April, 2016. MY ANGEL My heart is full of memories, With pride I speak your name, Though life goes on without you, It will never be the same.

–Mam, Dad, Niamh, Eoin, Emma, Shay and baby Mia.

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On the First Anniversary of James’ death, his wife Aileen; children Serena, Jamie and Jonathan; brothers John, Redmond and Patrick, and sisters Lena Walsh and Mary Margaret Fennell, would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to all those who sympathised with them on their sad loss. Our sincere thanks to all those who attended the Rosary, removal, Requiem Mass and burial, especially those who travelled long distances to be with us. Thanks to those who sent Mass cards, Enrolments, letters of sympathy and floral tributes. Thanks also to Fr. Conor Kelly who was a life-long friend of James. As it would be impossible to thank everyone individually please accept this acknowledgement as a token of our appreciation. You gave us years of happiness, Then sorrow came with tears, You left us loads of memories, We will treasure through the years. Although we smile and make no fuss, You’re deeply missed by all of us.

Anniversary Mass will take place on Tuesday, 2nd May, in Togher Church, Cork, at 9.30 a.m.

† DR. JOSEPH MEEHAN Rocky Road, Ardmore Died: 2nd May, 2016 Joe’s wife Margaret; his son Patrick and daughters Marianne and Jennifer; together with Joe’s sisters Barbara, Susan and Pippa, deeply appreciate and wish to thank most sincerely all those who sympathised with us following Joe’s passing. We thank all those who attended Joe’s funeral obsequies, sent Mass cards, letters and cards of sympathy, floral bouquets, newspaper tributes and all those who expressed their sympathy and support by their thoughtfulness in many quiet ways. We deeply appreciate family and friends who travelled long distances including Europe and the U.S.A. to attend the funeral, especially Joe’s Godchild Pauric who came from Australia. We thank Fr. Milo Guiry, P.P., and Canon Daniel O’Connor, P.E., for reciting the Rosary and prayers at the Funeral Home. We are very grateful to Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan, D.D.; Bishop William Lee, D.D.; Fr. Milo Guiry and the very many Clergy who attended Joe’s Requiem Mass. It is a special memory to recall their singing of the ‘Salve Regina’ at the graveside. We are grateful to all who helped to make this Mass so meaningful and reverent. We thank the many hundreds who were present and showed their love and support through their respectful silence. We will always remember the beautiful singing of Ardmore Church Choir, with members of Ardmore Community Choir, led by organist Ann Gartland. We thank Dr. Martin Rouse for his insightful tribute to Joe. A huge thank you to all the people who took part in the Guards of Honour; we thank Waterford and Lismore Diocesan Lourdes Association; C.L.C.G. Deuglán Naofa Ardmhór; Ardmore Coastguard Search and Rescue; St. Vincent de Paul Society; Ardmore Health Centre staff and local G.P. colleagues; South Eastern General Practitioners Training Scheme members; Ardmore Fire Brigade and Ardmore National School. We thank all those who shouldered Joe’s coffin up the village. We thank Taoiseach Enda Kenny, T.D., for the presence of his Aide-de-Camp, Commandant Kieran Carey. Thank you to Paddy and Mary, our Sacristans, and to the gravediggers. We extend our appreciation to David and Darragh of James Kiely & Sons, Undertakers, for their professionalism, sensitivity and kindness. We thank most sincerely Professor Tony O’Brien and the staff of Marymount University Hospital and Hospice, Cork. We are grateful for your exceptional care and kindness to Joe and to us. Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Derek Power and Dr. Paul Kelly of Cork University Hospital. A special thank you to Joe’s G.P. friends and Ardmore Health Centre staff whose ongoing support was much appreciated. We thank Dr. Lily Delaney, Dr. Declan Mathews, Dr. Martin Rouse, Dr. John O’Farrell, Dr. Tony Lee, Dr. Melanie Kelly, Dr. Liz Cantwell and Ann, Ber, Mary, Trish and Triona. Finally, our deep gratitude to our family, who have been and are by our side throughout this difficult time. We take this opportunity to thank all Joe’s patients for their love and support over the years. He loved you all dearly and felt it was a privilege to be your Doctor. We wish Dr. Fergal and Dr. Bríd many happy years of service in our community. Since it would be impossible to thank everyone individually, please accept this acknowledgement as a sincere expression of our appreciation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass has been offered for your intentions. 1st Anniversary Mass for Joe will be offered at 7.30 p.m. on Saturday, 6th May, in St. Declan’s Church, Ardmore.

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FESTIVAL OF FOOD

10th West Waterford Festival of Food

Dawn Meats Barbeque Masterclass with BBQ chef John Relihan at Dungarvan Castle during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Recipe for success! Tourism Ireland suppor ts West Waterford Festival of Food

Stephen Harris, chef-patron of The Sportsman in Kent (left), with Paul Flynn, The Tannery, during the West Waterford Festival of Food 2017 in Dungarvan.

TOURISM Ireland was delighted to support the 10th birthday of the West Waterford Festival of Food, bringing renowned English chef Stephen Harris to Dungarvan over the weekend. Harris, who is the chefpatron of Michelin-starred pub The Sportsman in Kent, created a special pop-up dinner event in The Tannery, titled “The Sportsman at The Tannery”. David Boyce, Tourism Ireland’s Deputy Head of Great Britain, said: “We were delighted to support

this year’s West Waterford Festival of Food, bringing chef Stephen Harris to Dungarvan. Ireland is becoming increasingly well-known for the quality of its food, with a reputation for natural products used in both traditional and innovative ways. Food is a vital element of the holiday experience nowadays, so gastronomy and the extremely high quality of Irish produce is one of the key themes being promoted by Tourism Ireland. “Great Britain is an

important market for tourism to the island of Ireland and Tourism Ireland is undertaking an extensive programme of promotions throughout 2017, to highlight Ireland to British travellers. We continue to monitor developments around Brexit closely, to better understand and plan for its implications on travel. Competitiveness and value for money are more important than ever this year, given currency fluctuations and the decline in the value of sterling.”

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Roisin Ni Dhroma from Grange at the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Mary Ryan, Mary Flavin and Frances O'Brien all from Country Markets pictured at the Dungarvan Country Market at the Causeway Tennis and Bowls Club during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Judges Ethna Sheehan and Judit McNally make a presentation to Mary Ellen Kelly from Dungarvan, winner in the under 14's category of the Bake Off at the Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

William Farnsworth and Ellen Flahavan from Kilmacthomas in the Flahavan's vintage car at the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food.

Kieran Curtin from Blackwater Distillery, Justin Green from Bertha's Revenge, Bronagh Conlon from Listoke 1777 and Andrew Sweeney from Glendalough Distillery pictured at Irish Craft in a Glass: Gin at Merry's 1868 Bar and Restaurant, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

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Seamus Wall and Sabrina King both from The Premium Butcher at the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Arthur, Holly and Bert Rogers from Stradbally enjoying the Flahavan's flapjack house at Family Fun at Dungarvan Castle during the 10th annual West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Alan, Sarah, Tommy and Lily Harty from Dungarvan enjoying Fruity Pick 'N' Play at Le Cheile Childcare, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Lauren and Leo Cunnage from Ballinroad enjoying Quayside Saturday at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Sadhbh and Grainne Ni Cheilleachair from Waterford enjoying the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography] Guest speakers Conor Mulhall from the Little Milk Company, Marie Quinn from The Moorings Bar and Restaurant, Eunice Power from Eunice Power Catering and Eamonn Lonergan from Knockanore Cheese at the Waterford LEO Enterprising Food Lunch at the Causeway Tennis Club during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

John Keane from Slice Wood Fire Pizza, Waterford at the Festival Market on Grattan Square, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Chef Shane McGrath from the Cliff House Hotel preparing food for the Flahavan's Waterford Showcase Dinner at the Causeway Tennis Club, Dungarvan during the West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Graham Bolton from Barracuda Barbeque Company pictured at Quayside Saturday at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Dermot Allen from Winetavern Farms pictured at the Moorings during Quayside Saturday at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography

Hooks & Crookes from Tramore performing at Quayside Saturday at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

Stephen O'Flynn from Tallow pictured at Quayside Saturday at Davitt's Quay, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

SiĂşn Cunningham from Midelton pictured at Busy with Biscuits at the Deise Day Centre, Dungarvan during the 10th West Waterford Festival of Food. [David Clynch Photography]

FESTIVAL OF FOOD

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

RNLI Duck Race at FoodFest a great success Jack Halligan on the Seaside Forage with Forager Seaside Forager Andrew Malcolm pictured at Ballinard Beach Andrew Malcolm pictured at Ballinard Beach. as part of the West Waterford Festival of Food 2017. [Karen Dempsey]

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RoseAnn Foley with RNLI mascot Stormy Stan presenting a prize to a lucky winner at the Duck Race in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan during West Waterford Festival of Food. [Miriam Foley MacLeod] Family Fun at The Castle Sunday Festival Market at the West Waterford Festival of Food 2017.

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Stevie Toman and the team from Ox Belfast in Dungarvan, County Waterford on the 10th Anniversary of the West Waterford Festival of Food 2017. [Karen Dempsey]

Glanbia's Nutrition for Sport – MC Kieran O'Connor with Niamh Briggs (Ireland Rugby Captain), Jamie Barron (Waterford Senior Hurler), Stephen Barrett (Sports Lecturer WIT) and Adam Keane (Power Lifter) at the West Waterford Festival of Food 2017. [Karen Dempsey]

“WE would like to thank the public, the media, the town council and Food Festival organisers for all their support in the enormous success of the RNLI International Duck Race and for their support throughout the year” said RoseAnn Foley race organiser and member of the Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising Branch. “With the FoodFest 10th birthday celebrations in full swing, Davitt's Quay was packed all afternoon and once the starting horn for the race was sounded at 3.30 p.m. the crowd lined the quayside to watch the ducks, a sea of yellow, swim towards the finish line, which was 300m away. “The RNLI crew with Alan Kelly, Joseph Foley, Cathal Reilly and Fionn Curran were on hand aboard the RNLB Robert Armstrong, keeping watch and ready to welcome home the winners. It was a slow race as the ducks were swimming against the tide but they paddled their hearts out. “The first duck home was owned by Joan Clancy, PRO for RNLI Fundraising Branch. That duck was tipped to win because over the last few weeks Joan was seen training the duck on the bird reserve near her art gallery in An Rinn, namely the Cunnigar! “A total of twelve prizes were awarded, including an RNLI Children's Hamper to the value of €30, a Family Voucher for four people to the SGC Cinema and an RNLI Voucher for €50. It was a major success; we doubled our sales on last year. “So a great heartfelt thank you again for your support. The Ducks are heading off now for some well deserved rest and relaxation” said a very pleased RoseAnn.

Clockwise from top are RNLI Helvick crew Fionn Curran, Joseph Foley, Alan Kelly and Cathal Reilly aboard the RNLB Robert Armstrong at the RNLI Duck Race in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan during West Waterford Festival of Food. [Anne McCarthy]

Some of the crowd enjoying the Duck Race in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan in aid of the Helvick Lifeboat Station during West Waterford Festival of Food. [Anne McCarthy]

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COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan.Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 7.30 p.m. Helpline: 1800 804 848. You are not alone! Please note change in time.

KCK Ladies Club KCK Ladies Club will hold their next meeting on Monday, May 8th at 8.15 p.m. It is that time of year again to get out there in the garden and plan for the months ahead. Brendan Cosgrave from Ballycoe Nurseries will advise us on design/Summer colour. There is an erray of trees/plants available in his Garden Centre. Brendan will also give us the tips on filling baskets. Details for our upcoming annual outing in July will be announced. All are welcome.

St. Michael’s Hall Ballyduff Upper Card Results 19-4-17 – 1st Sean Higgins & Eddie Byrne; 2nd Paddy Duffy & Phyllis Duffy; 5 out of 5 Helen Morrissey & Pat O’Connor. Lucky Tables: P. J. McInerney & John Conway, Bill Leddy & Helen O’Keeffe, Rita Leamy & Ann Geary. Raffle: Pat Kirby, Eddie Sheehan, Eddie Byrne, Pat O’Connor, Bill Leddy X3, Ann Geary, Christy Higgins.

St. Mary’s Church of Ireland Graveyard Group, Dungarvan

NEW EXHIBITION – ‘PICTURING CHILDHOOD’

ST. Mary's Church of Ireland Graveyard / Old Graveyard (Dungarvan) tidying group meet at 7.00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings in the Church car park. All are welcome, especially those with an interest in gardening. Any queries Gary 086-2592459.

Abbeyside Heritage Archive YES, the archive will be open this coming Sunday, 7th May, 2017. It’s the usual time 2.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. and the usual items will be on display. With all the good weather it’s a place to visit on a May summer Sunday evening. You will be most welcome to pay us a visit. You might bring along some good items.

Ballinroad Community Group THE AGM of Ballinroad Community Group will take place at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday, 3rd May in St. Laurence's Hall, Ballinroad. In addition to the election of a new committee and discussion of recent and prospective infrastructural improvements, there will also be guest speakers to discuss the possibility of establishing a Community Alert/Neighbourhood Watch and Text Alert Scheme. We will be joined by guests from An Garda Síochána and Muintir na Tíre who have experience in this area. They will advise us as to what's involved, and if there is sufficient demand and interest from the community they will help us to get started. Ballinroad Community Group was established in May 2014 to campaign for improvements to local roads in the interests of community safety, and we have been liaising with Smarter Travel and Waterford City and County Council on this issue since then. Setting up a community alert/neighbourhood watch scheme could be a natural extension of this focus on community safety and well-being. So, if you live in the Ballinroad area please feel free to come along. All are welcome and there will be time for tea or coffee and a chat with neighbours at the end of the meeting.

We have launched a new exhibition titled ‘Picturing Childhood’, drawing on images from the Museum’s extensive archives, featuring childhood from the late 19th century to the end of the 20th century. Featured in this exhibition is a rare Easter egg doll. This exhibition opened during the West Waterford Festival of Food and will continue duringnormal Museum opening hours. Admission is free.

HISTORY DAY AT DROMANA HOUSE, CAPPOQUIN ‘The Arts and High Politics: Winston Churchill-Ireland’ On Sunday 7th May, there will be a history day at Dromana House, Cappoquin, with talks by guest speakers Aurelia Young ‘Churchill’s Favourite Sculptor: The unconventional life of Oscar Nemon; husband of Patricia Villiers-Stuart and friend of Winston Churchill’, Mark Leslie – ‘The Prime Minister’s Speech’, Peter Murray – ‘Whatever is to be is written: the life and art of Clare Sheridan’, and Dr. Martin Mansergh – ‘Dev and Churchill: Conflicting perspectives on Ireland’s place in British-Irish relations’. For further details visit dromanahouse.com/events/, email info@dromanahouse.com, booking is essential. RAILWAY HERITAGE PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION AT KILMACTHOMAS LIBRARY This exhibition, curated by Andy Kelly in conjunction with Waterford County Museum, will continue during normal opening hours at Kilmacthomas Library. Museum staff members Michael Fitzgerald, Brian O’Donnell and Bridget O’Sullivan assisted in the

gathering of photographic items and organisation of this exhibition. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we are very happy to accept them. We can 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. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

OBJECT OF THE WEEK LEATHER HAT BOX, 19th CENTURY This hat box is stamped with the maker’s name ‘Wiseman, Saddler, Auckland’. The saddlery firm was founded in 1861 by James and Alexander Wiseman. There is an owner inscription on the brass lock ‘Mr John Bell, V.S., Clonmel’. Bell was a veterinary surgeon who lived at Abbey Street, Clonmel.

FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 26th APRIL, 2017

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Irish Red Cross Portlaw IT’S the time of the year again that the Irish Red Cross Portlaw are holding their annual fundraiser, the Tom Jordan 5 mile Road Race. The run takes place as part of the popular Outfield Series again and takes place on the evening of Friday 5th May. A big thank you to the main sponsor for the 9th year, Dermot O’Neill’s Pharmacy and all the local businesses and individuals who have sponsored the considerable prizefund for this event which attracts athletes from near and far. Entry is open to all runners and walkers with an entry fee of €10 per person. First up, however, is the fantas-

tic Munster 4 Airports’ Challenge this coming weekend, a charity challenge by the Village Wheelers this weekend.We are looking forward to accompanying the courageous cyclists on the weekend to provide – hopefully not needed- medical support and are very humbled and grateful to have been chosen as part beneficiaries alongside Crumlin’s Children’s Hospital. Thank you to all who made this event happen by donating, supporting and of course dedicating untold hours and energy into training. Please come along on Sunday to welcome the lads back into the village after three days of cycling!

BONMAHON THE COPPER COAST GEOPARK VISITOR CENTRE The Copper Coast Geopark will host a Tea Day in aid of the Alzheimers society of Ireland on May 4th, 9.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon. Drop along to the Visitor Centre Cafè for tea and a chat, please show your support. We recently had a very special concert at the Visitor Centre. "Copper Coast Live" was an acoustic music session featuring some talented young musicians.The Backroad Smokers Club, Lorcan Reidy, Tadhg Buckley, Dara Blount and Niall Waters entertained a capacity crowd. Congratulations to Soul Dance Records and Robbie Galvin on organising a great event. Watch out for news of the Copper Coast Festival runing from May 25th. Find us on FB for more news.

Copper Coast Festival launched last weekend THE Copper Coast Festival 2017 was launched amid a large crowd on Saturday, 15th April at the Copper Coast Live concert in the Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon. The Concert, which featured a selection of local musicians including popular Waterford band “Backroad Smokers Club” and singer song writer Lorcan Reidy, was also a celebration of locally produced food with a selection of locally sourced seafood and vegetables served by Pat Hartley of Hartleys Seafood on the night. The Copper Coast Festival which was also launched on the night is a showcase and celebration of the people, places and experiences within the Copper Coast Geopark area and is run between the 25th May and 10th June, 2017. With a wide variety

of events and open days held through out the Geopark area, from walks and talks to surfing lessons, kayaking and sand art workshops, the festival is a chance to see the Copper Coast at its best. The Copper Coast festival is also ran in conjunction with European Geoparks Week 2017 which is celebration of local cultures to be found in the 69 Geoparks across Europe. For more information on the Copper Coast Festival, and European Geoparks week in general, have a look at the Festival Facebook page at facebook/coppercoastfestival to find out more. You can also call down to the popular Geopark café which is also now open for the season between 11.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. Friday to Sunday to pick up a festival flyer or poster.

Some of the crowd at the Geopark Live.

Pop in for a visit at Annestown’s newly restored Beach Hut for all your (main) needs for a day at the beach!

KILL SINCERE SYMPATHY It is with great sadness that we had heard of the untimely passing of Michael Raher last week. Words will never explain how much the news shocked the entire community to the core, having lost such a gentle, kind, generous and ever present man. To the Raher Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. A wonderful husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to so many, his loss is unfathomable. May Michael rest in peace. KILL VILLAGE’S EGGSTRA-ORDINARY EGGSTRAVAGANZA It’s hard to know where or how to begin in order to convey how fantastic and successful the Kill Action & Alert Group’s first Easter Eggstravaganza was last Easter Saturday in Corcoran’s Car Park, Kill. Firstly, we were blessed with great weather and from 9.00 a.m. volunteers were helping to sort out stands, decorate, erect posters, fencing etc – thank you so much to all who helped. Then our stall holders started to arrive – including Wisteria Landscaping with Proprietor Ray Power who has done an amazing job planting new flowers and shrubs in the village; the Kill Krackers Kake Stall with baked goods arriving constantly from the Parent’s Association of Kill National School; TMP Hand Crafts with the most amazing and unusual clocks and gifts (and which sold and sold and sold); Pisces Restaurant with the two wonderful Aoife’s grilling up gorgeous burgers on the BBQ; Miss Bo Bangles with stunning jewellery (no truth to the rumour that Grace Colbert had to be restrained); Carraigsaggart Apple Juice with the most delicious

product, great to see a Co. Waterford success story; the Happy Days sweet stall with the always happy Aggie & Dave; Slice Wood Fire Pizzas which were a massive hit and the Rockfield Ice Cream van which was never idle. We also had a brilliant bouncy slidey boingy “castle” sponsored by First Class Castles and manned by Olive Hayes and Joanne Flanagan who were absolute stars on the day – thank you so much for your time ladies – and overlooked by Mareike Eccleston and Jon Doyle with the Irish Red Cross Portlaw Ambulance who were thankfully kept idle on the day! And one of the biggest hits of the day with the toddlers especially was the Nore Valley Petting Zoo which included little woolly lambs, littler fluffy chicks, big fluffy bunnies and a “cow” for the children to milk! Our marvellous MC for the day was Brendan McCarthy who kept the show going for over two hours with a huge crowd of parents and children and welcomed the arrival of the Easter Bunny with friends Micheál agus Monica via Kirwan’s Bar! They were very kind to give the children lots of photo opportunities and awarded the prizes to the winners of the Easter Art Competition which had been judged by Sean and Miranda Corcoran from the Art Hand, Bonmahon - congratulations to all – and to the Easter Bonnet Competition. Thank you to all the parents who helped get those entrants in. And as if all that wasn’t enough, then the “Egg and Spoon” races began, starting with the toddlers (the only group on the day to stick to the rules, Sinead Cleary also being the only individual!!! ) and culminating with the Daddies’ race which is

still under steward’s enquiry as it seems the most competitive entrants in the village impaled their spuds to the end of their spoons – footage is still being studied – but still lads, shameful carry on! But the biggest winner on the day was the Community coming out together, to socialise, to support local traders and to have FUN, because, as we were quite bluntly reminded last week, life is just too short. The Kill Action & Alert Group members were deeply saddened by the news of Michael Raher’s untimely passing last week, having met him only at the Eggstravaganza, to which he, as usual, contributed in his well known, always obliging yet out of the limelight, way. A true Community Man, he will be sorely missed by all who had the pleasure of ever meeting him.We would like to express our Deepest Sympathies to Michael’s family and friends at this immensely sad time. May he rest in peace. GEALACH GORM THEATRE SHOW Tickets are selling fast for The Gealach Gorm Theatre's performance of Casualty Chaos a 2 act comedy by Karen Doling this Saturday and Sunday at 8.00 p.m. With a great local cast of Eileen Kirwan, James Barry, Killian Power, Francis Casey, Helen McMahon, Anne Barry, Jack Walshe, Niall Flynn, Bernard Casey, Kevin Walsh, James Power, Terri Hennessy, Denise Cheasty and Sean Corcoran be prepared for a night of madness and mayhem - just the tonic if you are in need of a good laugh. Performances on Saturday and Sunday 29th and 30th April at 8.00 p.m. Admission €10 includes interval refreshments and free raffle tickets.Tickets now

on sale. Call / text 086-8569358. Long queues expected!! Book early to avoid disappointment. BIRTHDAY WISHES A very happy birthday to Monica Weldon who celebrated her birthday earlier this week. All your friends and family are wishing you a great year ahead and best wishes also for your new position in Kill Village which is due to commence in just a few weeks! BEACH HUT After a fantastic start into the season, we are delighted to announce that we now stock buckets and spades, balls and coloured chalk at The Beach Hut in Annestown. We are open throughout the Summer every Saturday and Sunday at the slightly later time of 12.00 noon - 5.00 p.m. Hope to see you there. OLD CLOTHES COLLECTION If you are clearing out your wardrobes ready for the Summer, please bag any unwanted clothes, bedlinen, soft toys, belts, handbags, shoes and cushions up for the Kill National School Rag and Phone Collection which will take place on Friday, May 26th and will be our final one for this school year.The school is paid by the weight and funds raised by the Parents Association help reduce the cost of school tours and equipment for the children. We are very grateful for your ongoing support of this fundraiser. if you can't store your bags until then, contact Grace at 086-3289212 or Kill National School. BIRTHDAY WISHES A very happy Birthday to Hannah Ryan who celebrated her big 9th birthday last week with all her family and friends, hope you had a great day Hannah!

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TOURANEENA FUNDRAISER There will be a fundraising night held in aid of Pieta House in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Wednesday night, 26th April at 9.30 p.m. Pieta House from its humble beginnings in 2006 now has almost 180 therapists and administration staff and its aim is to have a centre within 100km of every person in Ireland. As it has been from day one, everything is free of charge and as 90% of Pieta House’ income comes from fundraising events, they really appreciate everyones support at their fundraising nights. A great night of entertainment is assured with music supplied by Sunset Sounds. Also the Pieta House 2017 'Darkness into Light' walk will be held on Saturday, 6th May and will commence at 4.15 a.m. at St. Augustine's College (The Friary), Duckspool. In its first year in 2009, 400 people walked

and last year the number was 130,000 and there will be 150 venues in 4 continents taking part. All are welcome. You can register on the day or to save time, you can register online at http://dil.pieta.ie/eventinformation/venues/dungarvan GET WELL WISHES We wish Mike Gleeson who is currently in hospital, a speedy recovery and we hope to see Mike out and about again in the near future. LOURDES PILGRIMAGE If anybody is interested in joining the Waterford Diocese Lourdes Pilgrimage this year, there are still a few places left. For further information or to book a place on the pilgrimage, please contact Warren at 051878900. DEISE DRAW The time of the year is here again for the

commencement of the 2017 Deise Draw. The first draw will be on May 10th in the community centre, Ballymacarbry.The structure of the draw has changed this year and it will be 6 draws held over 6 months and the cost of a ticket per month has increased to €15. The prize money has also increased and the first prize per month is now €12,500, 2nd prize is €3,500 and 3rd and 4th prizes are €1,000. As per usual, all monies raised go to the club. SLIABH gCUA LADIES CLUB Outing on Tuesday, 2nd May, instead of usual monthly meeting. Please meet at Cappoquin House and Gardens at 3.15 p.m. to commence tour at 3.30 p.m. Dinner after tour at Foley’s on the Mall, Lismore. If you have not given your name already and wish to be included in this outing or to be included in the car pool please contact a committee member a.s.a.p.

STRADBALLY BAPTISM Gearoid Maurice Casey, Ballylynch, Stradbally, Co.Waterford, son of Maurice and Ciara Casey was baptised at Sacred Heart Church, Faha on Saturday, 22nd April, 2017. The sponsors were Orla Manahan and John Donnelly. Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. officiated. SYMPATHY Deepest sympathy is extended to Rev. James Mulhall, wife Susanne and family, St. James Church of Ireland, Stradbally on the recent death of his mother Margaret Mulhall, Beechwood, Ballintoher, Ballybrittas, Laois. The funeral took place on Monday, 24th April at St. John’s Church, Killenard with interment in the adjoining cemetery. TROCAIRE BOXES If you have Trocaire boxes with coins laying

around the house since Easter could you please return them to the church as soon as possible as the priest needs to forward all money collected to the Overseas Development Agency next week. FUNDRAISER FOR VOLUNTARY WORK Your support is requested by local Stradbally girl Megan Roche who intends to work as a volunteer in Bangalore, India in July 2017. On Thursday, 4th May from 10 a.m. until 12 noon a Fundraising Tea, Coffee and Treats Morning will be held at the Garden Room at Woodhouse Estate, Stradbally. Admission €10 per person which includes a free raffle for all those attending. Contributions of home-baking would be more than welcome for the event. There is

limited seating so booking is essential via Facebook or phone Megan on 087 279 0891. Put a note in your diary and please help Megan raise the necessary funds to make this journey possible. SOCCER NEWS There was no jackpot winners in the Club Lotto Draw held in O’Mahony’s Bar, Durrow recently. The numbers drawn were: 8, 17, 22, 24. The €25 winners were Richard Hickey, Marian Fitzgerald and Paddy Joe Carey. The Promoter’s prizewinner was Geraldine McGrath. The next draw will take place at Whelan’s Bar on Sunday night and the jackpot prize will be €5,300. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto.

Easter Egg Hunt in aid of Barnardos held in Bohadoon on Easter Monday was a huge success raising €824 on the day. Thank you to all who supported this worthy cause. Pictured above are Eve Power, Clara Cullinan and Riognach Timmins.

Golden Mile - Waterford Greenway CIAN, our friend in Dublin, “I was waiting for a train at Pearse Station last week and was pleasantly surprised and excited to see an advertisement for the Waterford Greenway on the

huge screen there. It included a fantastic shot of Ballyvoile Bridge from the air and would make anyone who saw it want to visit it. It was an excellent advertisement. (Thank-

You Cian). Some years ago 30/40 I became aware that the economy of Co. Kerry benefitted more from tourism than from agriculture, could the same be possible

Left to right: Tom Hickey (Stradbally), Des Power (Dungarvan), Deirdre Power (Annestown), Pat Collender (Mahon Bridge), Caitlin Hatt (Tramore), Bridget Corkery (Glanmire), Michael Gallagher (Waterford), Isobell Kirwan (Stradbally), Carmel Harney (Youghal), Oliver Power (Tramore), Aine Campbell (Ballymarket), Catherine Kavanagh (Dungarvan). At the Southern exit/entry to Ballyvoile Tunnel on the Golden mile for the opening of the Greenway. [Photo courtesy of Aisling Moloney]

for Co. Waterford. Did you know that the Rock in Ballyvoile is 50 million years older than the Comeraghs? “Durrow railway tunnel is cut through silt and limestone of early Carboniferous ‘Dination’ age - 350 million years old. The limestone with associated calcite build-ups, can be seen clearly in cut outs through the tunnel walls and was formed when Ireland was covered by a warm tropical sea and located near where the equator is today. This same limestone makes up much of the valley in which Dungarvan town is situated and was eroded faster than the the surrounding rocks - forming the distinctive low land area in which Dungarvan town is located. The name for this geological feature is a ‘syncline’.... the present day Comeraghs mountains themselves are the result of a further orogeny (uplift) created by the collision of two further ancient continents in what is now central Europe 300 million years ago. Thanks to Robbie Galvin (Geologist) and the Copper Coast Geopark publication. Any queries to Tom 0879386209 or cianflaherty96@ gmail.com

Easter Egg Hunt in aid of Barnardos held in Bohadoon on Easter Monday was a huge success raising €824 on the day. Thank you to all who supported this worthy cause. Pictured above are Zoey and Harry at the Egg Hunt.

Easter Egg Hunt in aid of Barnardos held in Bohadoon on Easter Monday was a huge success raising €824 on the day. Thank you to all who supported this worthy cause. Pictured above are Goofey and Donald.

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ARDMORE ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS N25 CLEAN-UP Sincere thanks to all who did such a fantastic job Wednesday night and Saturday morning and all the other days as well. Some did Trojan work and loads of people did their own bit and all in all, the work load was lighter than usual. Perhaps the message is finally getting through to some drivers but there are still too many dumping cans bottles and cups in particular out of their

cars, vans and trucks. SENSORY GARDEN Well done to Ardmore N.S. and in particular to Bernie Stilwell and Mary and John Hennessy on creating a delightful sensory garden at the school. If you walk up past the school towards Upper College Road you will, see, smell and be able to touch the delightful collection of herbs and flowers they have planted to a really colourful

background that even includes a couple of seats where you can sit and rest and enjoy nature. Wonderful. KERB WEEDS ET AL We’re rapidly heading into serious Tidy Towns time and we appeal to everyone to clip hedges, paint the gate or railing and try to eliminate kerb weed etc. General tidiness is an area we need to improve on all all these little things matter.

Hey there, Neil Delamere! AS part of our continuing fundraising efforts and our desire to bring you the very best in live entertainment, Ardmore Pattern Festival Committee are pleased to announce they have secured the hugely popular comedian Neil Delamere for one night only at Cappoquin Community Centre on Friday, 5th May, 2017, at 8.00 p.m. Tickets €25. Neil Delamere will bring his usual mix of lightning one-liners and attention grabbing anecdotes that will leave you in stitches. With a list of television creden-

tials including The Panel, The Blame Game, Republic of Telly, Neil Delamere’s Just for Laughs and a weekly radio show under his belt, nothing beats the buzz of this stand-up comic. Tickets are on sale at the following outlets – Ardmore Post Office; Cappoquin Community Centre; Audrey’s Vintage Boutique, Dungarvan; Kilrush Service Station, Dungarvan; Brooke’s SuperValu, Youghal; or online at www.ardmorepatternfestival.ie

Neil Delamere

Ardmore Fun Run/Walk ARDMORE Pattern Festival committee are holding their annual 3km Fun Walk plus they have added a new 5km Fun Run to take place on Friday, 2nd June 2017, at 6.30 p.m. Everyone is welcome – from runners of all levels to walkers and families and there will be spot prizes! All funds raised will go towards the 2017 Ardmore Pattern Festival. Registration will take place from 5.00 p.m. More details to follow.

Ardmore hosts two nights of comedy drama this weekend ARDMORE welcomes Award winning actor Seamus O’Rourke who once again returns to Ardmore next Friday and Saturday night with two wonderful nights of entertainment in St. Declan's Hall. Seamus is no stranger to Ardmore and has brought many plays to the village with all of them filling to capacity. On this Friday 28th we have a play by John McManus called “The Cavan Curse” and Seamus is joined on stage with Cavan actress Fiona Fitzpatrick. Cavan have reached the AllIreland final against Kerry… they haven’t won since 1952… A blacksmith from Templeport is the last surviving member of the 52 team and knows only too well that Cavan had a curse put on them by the same woman who cursed Mayo… Cavan can’t win until all players are dead. The blacksmith has asked his grandson’s wife to help him … but Cavan start to win and he gets

Seamus O’Rourke cold feet … there are many twists and turns until it all comes down to the last kick … Anyway that’s just to give you a feel of the silliness of the whole thing… in other words it’s a comedy. On this Saturday 29th Seamus O’Rourke joins up with Corn Mill Theatre’s award winning actress Eileen Ward in his latest creation My Aunt Bee a beautifully written reflection on life, emotions and family. Set in present day Ireland, a middle

aged man has a visit from his 100 year old aunt who has spent the past 80 years in America … She loves her car, a 1936 Packard 740 Custom Eight Roadster and she’s sharp and abrupt. He’s a going through a life crises … he’s big, but he’s weak … So two wonderful nights of entertainment ahead and tickets are selling fast so don't delay, pick yours up in Quinn's Shop Ardmore or by ringing John on 086-2330810. Admission €15.

Teresa Dineen, District Governor Elect, Lions Club Ireland planning for the Annual Holiday for guests of Lions Clubs, with Phyllis Davis, Dungarvan Lions Club.

Dungarvan Lions Club THE club is gearing up for the East meets West event on the Waterford Greenway which will be held on Sunday, 21st May. More details in next week’s edition. At a recent function which was held in Lawlor’s Hotel, the following members were presented with 10 year service pins: J.D. O’Shea, Siobhan Fahey, Diarmuid Horgan, Michael McCabe and Tom Byrne. In addition, John Lawless received a 20 year service pin.

Dungarvan Flower and Garden Club ALL members please note that this is our last meeting before our Summer break. We will host gardener Hester Forde for an illustrated lecture entitled “It’s all about plants” on Wednesday, 3rd May, 2017, in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan at 8.00 p.m. Nonmembers welcome. For further information contact 0877982056.

At the same function, Teresa Dineen, who was a visitor from HQ and who is current District Governor Elect, addressed the club and noted that Dungarvan is one of the most active clubs in the country. But the meeting was not just all discussions. On a practical note Ms. Dineen worked out further details for the Trabolgan Annual holiday with Phyllis Davis who is chair of the Trabolgan subcommittee. Each June Dungarvan Lions hosts a number of people from

West Waterford at the annual National Lions Club Holiday event in Trabolgan. The Dungarvan Club has many years of experience in this and the Dungarvan guests have established quite a record in winning various awards, especially in the area of entertainment, over the past few years. In summary, the Club is busy as usual with a number of key events coming up over the next few weeks. More about these in due course.

BALLYMACARBRY ALZHEIMERS COFFEE MORNING Please come along and join us for our Coffee Morning in aid of Alzheimer Society of Ireland in the Community Centre on Friday, 5th May from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. All donations greatly appreciated. DARKNESS INTO LIGHT 2017 Our annual Darkness Into Light walk in aid of Pieta House takes place on 6th May at 4.15 a.m. at the Community Centre! All ages welcome, any children attending must be accompanied by an adult. For health and safety reasons, HiVis must be worn and please bring a torch. All donations are greatly appreciated.

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BALLINAMEELA CURRENT EVENTS ON IN THE HALL AND LOCAL COMMUNITY 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. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in 2 ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.com munityalert.ie

BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own indoor soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our booking officer Alison Curran on 087-8289147. The Centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall. Niamh Reynolds is responsible

for the month of April and can be contacted on 087-6792321. LOTTO RESULTS 24/4/’17 – Numbers drawn were 1, 16 and 28. There was no Jackpot winner. 20 winners were Alison Curran, Cappagh; Rena Cotter, Aglish; Sean Maher, Ballinameela; Cian and Brian Connery, Aglish; Robyn, Josh and Rian Daly, Barnastook. Next week’s Jackpot is €2,000 and the draw will take place in the Welcome Inn. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like included in the Ballinameela notes you can email Brigid Byrne on brigidmhallahan@gmail.com or phone 0879194287. You can also Follow and like us on our Facebook Page Ballinameela Community Centre.

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FINISK VALLEY AC Any children in our community who are interested in running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela Community pitch/hall. Training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Full programme of events can be obtained at our training session. BADMINTON If you fancy a sociable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. Contact Mairead on 087-7681975 if interested. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP This group meets every

By Donal Buckley

Annual Flag Day for Helvick Lifeboat next Saturday

“HAVING the painters in” is sometimes used as a euphemism. But, in this case, it was a reality that just had to be faced. My crib (yes, I'm “street”) needed a bit of a makeover. Though I like to pride myself as a painter, my wife is not so confident in my decorating abilities. “You stick to the canvasses and we'll get a real painter to do the house” she said. To say I felt hurt is putting it mildly. She can be quite insensitive sometimes. So, the tendering process began. Bids came in from all over Europe and beyond. A Danish company wanted to paint all the rooms black with a different planet on the ceiling of each room. The idea was out of this world but a little too dark for our taste. Then there was the Turkish bid. They wanted to divide all the bedrooms into two equal spaces. The bed would be in one space and an endangered species housed in the other half. All very ecofriendly. We refused to take responsibility for the global extinction rate. A bid came in from the Transvaal in South Africa. They said they would include painting the floor in their price. I said, “you'll use a ground sheet like everyone else.” There was a lone decorator from Sardinia who seemed to want to turn our house in to a storage shed for old phone boxes, street lamps and fire hydrants. I said, we don't have a dog. Next up were three Gypsy ladies from Macedonia who had absolutely no interest in what we wanted but felt sure we would be honoured to have our house decorated by them. We weren't. I'll say one thing about the Venezuelans, they were unique. Painting all the walls in dayglo poster colours was their idea of relaxing decor. They reasoned that we would have our eyes closed most of the time, therefore reducing stress levels. Now, the arrival of the “Peacock man” was an experience, to say the least. We were never sure where he came from as he made vague references to some South Seas island. He wore a suit made of Peacock feathers, which made him look like a judge from “Dancing with the Stars”. His clapped out 1980's Peugeot van was ‘pimped’ to give the impression of being made of Peacock feathers. Unfortunately, it looked more like it had a nasty accident with a geriatric Ostrich. After all that pomp and glorious campness, he wanted to cover everything in beige. Some local chancer's offered to paint and decorate our home for beer money. However, we would have to provide not only the paint but the brushes, rollers, overalls, transport to and from the pub, plus their meals and cigarettes. We could have papered a room with their list of requests. Finally, a team from Marseilles in France offered to decorate our home in the style of Marie Antoinette but they couldn't fit us in until February 2023. We said, don't call us, we'll call you. After all this exposure to the amazing world of design and insanity, we went for a man from Dungarvan. He made the best offer, cheap and with an immediate start. Ballinameela Creatives enjoyed the atmosphere, aroma's and attendance at the 10th Waterford Festival of Food in Dungarvan, last weekend. Well done to all the organisers and participants for a great effort. Long may it continue. Designer Kathryn M Ireland said, “Serious is a word that must be entirely avoided when it comes to decoration”.

THE annual flag day and church gate collection in aid of the RNLI Helvick Head Lifeboat will take place in Dungarvan, An Rinn, Abbeyside, Ballinroad, Garranbane and Old Parish this weekend April 29th and 30th. All monies raised will go directly to the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station. “We are extremely grateful for the support shown again to the RNLI during West Waterford Festival of Food 2017” said RNLI

Fundraising Hon Chairman Kevin O’Morchoe. “The duck race in Davitt’s Quay was great fun and a huge success and we sold all of our 663 ducks” added Duck Race organiser RoseAnn Foley from the fundraising committee. “Both the RNLI merchandise stall and the outstanding photographic exhibition from the Tomás & Kathleen Walsh Collection in

DHSC also raised a huge amount for the Helvick Lifeboat Station and we thank the public and Sam McCauley Chemists for their luxury hamper for the raffle” said Kevin. The RNLI depends entirely on voluntary contributions and is comprised of brave and dedicated volunteers who risk their lives in all kinds of weather 24-7-365 to save life at sea. Further information: 087-2120039; 0871740141. rnlihelvick@gmail.com

RNLB Charles Armstrong, the Helvick Lifeboat heading towards Devonshire Bridge in Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan for the RNLI Duck Race during West Waterford Festival of Food with crew Alan Kelly, Joseph Foley, Cathal Reilly and Fionn Curran. [Miriam Foley MacLeod]

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LISMORE Lismore Tidy Towns THE past week has once again been a very busy one for the work team and our CES workers. On Tuesday morning the following areas were weeded - the Grotto and the large bed across from the Monastery. A full morning's work on Wednesday 19th starting at 8.30 a.m. and finishing at lunchtime helped us to complete a number of landscape projects with the biggest one being the planting of the large bed running alongside Lismore House Hotel. This bed has been planted with flowering perennials not shrubs with the emphasis on those plants which attract bees and other pollinating insects. Everything will be cut back in October for growth the following year. When in bloom this bed should be a riot of colour with the emphasis on the colours, purple, blue, deep pink and yellow. Thanks to Eoin Dullea, Horticulturist, Waterford City & County Council for the design plan and the sourcing of the plants; to John Foley for organising traffic cones and tape to make it safer for us to work at that busy corner and to Pa Cummins for delivering plants to the site. When that bed was planted up we split up into two groups with one

group doing extra planting in the Millennium Park and the other group working at the Bee & Butterfly corner West Street. Thanks to the following who gave up their morning to to the work Willie Henry, Michael McBride, Joan Ahearne, Clive Blackwell, Sheila Roche, Pat Fleming, Mary O’Brien and CES worker Jim Noonan. Thanks to Liam Ahearne for spraying done in the town's environs over the past few weeks. As we head into the month of May residential and business property owners living adjacent to a public footpath are asked to do their bit for the tidy towns effort in the town by regularly sweeping outside their properties. Thanks to those who have been doing this year in year out but there are many others who need to take responsibility for this and not be waiting for the tidy towns group or the local authority to do so. Have a look at your property this week - does it need a wash, a tidy up or any other work to be done to it? ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Continuing the tips on Greener Gardening - Slugging it out? The number one pest for most gardeners are slugs and snails.

Combatting slugs is best achieved using a variety of control methods rather than one technique as no one method does the job completely for for prolonged periods of time. Many common slug pellets are toxic. They can be harmful to pets, frogs, hedgehogs and birds which are the garden's natural defence against slugs. Some ideas below: • Use nematodes which are microscopic worms and can be purchased in sachets at large garden centres.The nematodes are spread using a watering can • Use a slug pub or beer trap - a container filled with beer which attracts the slugs and snails • Grow sensitive plants in pots and ontainers • When purchasing plants at a garden centre a good question to ask is how sensitive the plant will be to slugs and snails • Slugs and snails do not like to cross dry or gritty material so spread any of the following around your planted area: crushed egg shells, saw dust, pine needles, straw, coffee grinds. • Copper tape can be used on pots/containers as it gives the slug/snail a shock when they try to cross it

Planting flowering perennials at the raised bed adjacent to Lismore House Hotel at the New Way are Lismore Tidy Towns members: Clive Blackwell, Willie Henry, Jim Noonan, Pat Fleming, Sean Daly, Sheila Roche, Joan Ahearne with Michael McBride in charge of the watering system.

Eddie Bennett, PRO Lismore Choir presents a cheque for €2,100 to Clare Shanahan of Solas Dungarvan. Solas is a wonderful after cancer care service which was started in Dungarvan in 2016. Thye will be opening a new facility in the Tallow region in 2017. Lismore Choir will present its Spring Summer Concert in St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismorre, on Saturday, May 13th, 2017. Tickets for the concert are available in the Tourist Office, Dungarvan and at the door on Saturday 13th. The Choir is currently in rehersals for their forthcoming visit to Amsterdam in May.

Lismore Heritage Centre EASTER WORKSHOPS Our Easter Workshops were a great success with the first on Tuesday the 11th April. We held a morning and afternoon of Superhero Science, where we uncovered the secrets of our favourite Superhero’s superpowers. From the Incredible Hulk to The Flash, we experimented with lightning bolts, static electricity and even had time for Radioactive Ring toss.We would like to thank all of our attendees and their parents for a great day. On Thursday the 13th, we moved our workshop outdoors to the beautiful Towers for horrible History. We made magic potions, made Viking long ships for our egg sailors and held a Norman siege.We got a little but muddy but it was all in the name of having a great time! If you would like information on our upcoming workshops,

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart ON Saturday, 13th May in Holy Family Mission House of Prayer, Glencomeragh there is a retreat day for all those in Parish Ministry. If you are an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, Minister of the Word, Minister of Collector and counter, Minister of Floral decorations, of Choir, or Sacristian; Members of Pastoral Council and Finance Committee as well as those in the Hospitality ministry team and communications team you are welcome. This day begins on Saturday at 11.00 a.m. and concludes at 4.00 p.m. It will be faciliatated by Frances Rowland from the Diocese of Kerry Pastoral Team. Frances has been working in the Kerry Diocese for the last 11 years in parishes. She has facilitated the annual retreat for Priests in the Irish College in Rome last year. So as you read this and you are active in our parish please take this as an invitation to participate in this day. This is part of the outreach to parishes from St. John’s Pastoral Centre so it will be appreciated if

you attend. A day like this will enrich your understanding of your own faith and give you new enthusiasm for your parish. Pope Francis wish to hear from young people (18-35) on their perceptions of Church and how their Faith is challenged by the world in which they find themselves. If you want to find out more about this survey you may contact a member of your Pastoral Council Team who will be delighted to help you. You may also look up your Diocesan Web site; waterfordlismore@eircom.net MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 29th April - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 30th April - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Our Norman Siege.

please watch this newspaper, or like us on Facebook where details are posted on a regular basis. Thanks again to all of our attendees, we had a ball! TOWERS AND TALES Lismore Castle Arts Story Festival “Towers and Tales” is coming close and we are REALLY excited about all the cool free events they will be holding throughout the day! Even if you weren't lucky enough to get tickets, please do come along and enjoy the atmosphere of magic all over town. Check out www.towersandtales.ie for information. LISMORE HERITAGE CENTRE SUMMER OFFERS Entertaining any guests over the Summer season or just fancy a nice day out? Keep in mind the Lismore Heritage Centre where we offer the Combo Ticket.

Enjoy an audio visual narrated by Niall Tóibín (acclaimed comedian and actor) includes entry into the Castle Gardens for just €10 or €8 OAP's. This is a great way to learn about the history of Lismore, surrounding areas and of course the exquisite castle. You will be surprised to hear about monks, scientists, explorers, famous dancers and presidents. Children are free into the audio visual but must purchase tickets at castle for entry into gardens. So call in and you will be guaranteed to learn something new! For our little adventurers, we have our “Ancient East Adventure Pack” which for €5 takes you and your little ones on a journey all over town uncovering Lismore’s secret nooks, crannies, plants and animals. The perfect way to pass an afternoon. Call into us for more information.

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The Waterford Scouts County Challenge 2017 which was held in Lismore over the weekend. 23 teams of 8 took part.

[Mary Glavin]

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Eggsciting times at Scallywags THE children attending Easter Camp have had great fun the past two weeks. Lots of art and crafts, the disco and face painting was great fun. The older children really enjoyed their trips to the kitchen helping Heather to make some delicious food and treats. In February all staff members completed their refresher in First Aid and Heather refreshed her HACCP food safety qualification. During March the staff in Pre-school attended Making Learning Visible – Documenting the Early Childhood Curriculum. This course took place over 3 nights in the Vienna Woods in Cork.You can see that staff are busy outside of the working day improving their skills. During Seachtain na Gaeilge our morning pre-schoolers visited the library to hear some stories as gaeilge from Jacqui de Suin. Later the same morning Jacqui visited Scallywags to interact with the younger children in Irish through stories and songs. A delightful morning was had by all. Singing Cindy calls to Scallywags once a fortnight and she spends some time in every room playing her music and getting the children to join in. Pat is busy getting our outside space ready for use. Have you seen the birdhouses? We have a new balance beam and watch out for the appearance of the mud kitchen!!! Once the weather warms up we can bring out the target practice boards for a shoot-out! Maire Corbett our Siolta co-ordinator paid us a visit on 23rd March and she was delighted with all the changes we have made since her last visit, especially the learning journals. Take time on your way in or out to look at the journals and see what is happening in the different rooms. We will hope to submit for Siolta re-validation by the end of June. Heather held a bake sale in aid of the Solas centre over three weeks in March and raised €545. If you would like to enroll your child in Scallywags Pre-school for September please contact Tina on (058)72893. We will have two sessions daily 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 noon and 12.15 p.m. - 3.15 p.m. SAVE THE DATE – BALLOON RACE AND FAMILY FUN DAY SUNDAY 28th MAY, more details soon!

INTERGENERATIONAL COMPUTERS, A RESOUNDING SUCCESS AT TALLOW ENTERPRISE CENTRE Friday last saw the second Intergenerational Computer Class at Tallow Enterprise Centre, Students from Tallows Fóroige Group, came along on a one-to-one basis to help the participants. This is a wonderful opportunity for the young people of our community to mix with people of a different generation and also for the older gen-

eration to get a sense of what the youth of today are really like. With a lot of young people getting bad press, this is a fantastic way to mix two completely different generations; sharing skills and learning new ones in a relaxed environment. It is hoped to continue these intergenerational mornings in the autumn. SUMMER CAMPS 2017 Tallow Enterprise Centre are currently putting together a programme of summer camps to suit all ages, keep an eye out in the

coming weeks for full details of what’s on offer this summer to keep the little ones entertained. TALLOW COMMUNITY CENTRE Bingo jackpot now standing at €5,900 Sunday nights at 8.30pm so do come along, even if you’ve never played before, it’s easy to pick up, and a fun night out. Taekwondo continues on Tuesday nights from 7 to 9 pm and Ballroom Dancing lessons have been a fantastic success and continue for another couple of weeks.

Intergenerational Computer Class – Noreen Quann, Frances Condon, Kay Twomey, Mary Dineen, Mary O’Riordan, Aoibhe O’Donoghue, Emma Forbes, Lucy Allen and Leanne Costigan.

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CAPPOQUIN Cappoquin Community Centre COFFEE MORNING IN AID OF ALZHEIMERS TEA DAY Coffee Morning in aid of Alzheimers Tea Day on Thursday, 4th May, 2017, in Parochial Hall, Cappoquin, 10.30 a.m. – 2.00 p.m.Your support would be greatly appreciated.

BALLYSAGGART NON-STOP DRAW RESULTS The March results are as follows: 1st €60 Ryan Hynes; 2nd €40 Jim Kearney; 3rd €20 Bill and Bridie Ryan. Congratulations to all. April Non Stop Draw Results: 1st €60 Siobhan Moore; 2nd €40 Ann Nugent; 3rd €20 Geraldine Moore. Congratulations to all. Next draw will take place on May 8th. SOCIAL DANCE The next Social will take place on Friday next, 28th April, in the Community Centre from 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. ANNUAL LITTER PICK Spring time is here again and that means that it is time for our Annual Litter Pick. It will take place on Saturday next, April

29th, at 10 o’clock meeting at the Community Centre. We are hoping to see a big turn out, so come along with your High Vis Jackets and everything else will be provided. With a good turn out it will only take a couple of hours to tidy up our beautiful area. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Helen Morrissey and Eddie Sheehan; 2nd: Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Lucky Tables: Stephen Cunningham and Fr. Cullinan, Dan Howard and Fionnuala Hynes, Peg Murray and Helen Cunningham. Tickets: John Mills, Stephen Cunningham, Eddie Sheehan, Bill Leady and Mary Power.

MODELIGO LOTTO RESULTS 22nd APRIL, 2017 Numbers drawn were 2, 5 and 13. No winner. €25 winners Nell Dalton, Modeligo; Dermot O’Shea, Sleady; Nick Troy and Noel Nugent, Clashmore. Next week’s Jackpot €1,200. LOCAL ENGAGEMENT Congratulations to Thomas Walsh and Katie Barry on their recent engagement. CONFIRMATION AND COMMUNION The 5th & 6th Class pupils of Modeligo National School will receive the Sacrament of

Confirmation on this Wednesday, 26th April at 2.00 p.m. Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan will administer the Sacrament to the young people. On next Saturday, 29th April, the 2nd class pupils of the school will receive their first Holy Communion at 11.00 a.m. Mass. NOTES Anyone wishing to include items in the Parish notes, please contact Monica before 8.00 p.m. on Mondays on 087-4112798. BOOKINGS Anyone looking to book the Astro turf or Hall Please contact John Power on 087-2834600.

County Finals Scor na bPaisti 2017 held in Cappoquin Community Centre – Melleray who competed in the Instrumental Music section. [Sean Byrne]

Some of the participants who took part in the Cappoquin Annual Spring Clean.

WE recently conducted our Annual Spring Clean and, despite our hardworking Tus workers who litter-pick regularly, were able to bag even more rubbish! Thank you to our volunteers on the day - some who have been dedicated to Tidy Towns for years as well as some new faces! Well done to all! May we remind residents of Cappoquin to NOT litter. Whether you are walking or driving, take your rubbish home with you or use the bins throughout the town. Litter is unsightly and is a bad example for our younger generation. And be sure to instill in your sons and daughters that littering is bad for our planet. If anyone is interested in getting involved with the Tidy Towns, whether for an hour or a day, please find us on Facebook and send us a message!

VILLIERSTOWN JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Wednesday night last. €50 was won by Rian Mernin with Card Number 4. Congratulations Rian. Next week’s Jackpot is for €1,900. Remember if you are not in you can't win. Next week’s draw will take place on Wednesday at An Cruiscin Lan. VILLIERSTOWN BOATING CLUB Villierstown Boating Club will be holding an Open Family Day on the Quay on Sunday, 7th May. This year’s theme is Local History. There will be short talks on the history, folklore of the river and we would love if people could bring their own local knowledge and stories of times past. Weather permitting, there will be short boat trips on the river. We’re holding a Fancy Dress for the children, theme “History”, so a chance to make costumes over Easter holidays. Could we see Vikings, Pirates, Normans and Knights on the Blackwater again? All welcome. KICKBOXING NEWS Brett Egan was recognised for his achievements in kickboxing and winning a World Title and World Champion. Congratulations on his achievement and receiving a written acknowledgment from the Waterford Councillors and Deputy Mayor giving him a small reception with friends and family today in Dungarvan. A world champion is the highest achievement for his sport. He

came from Ardmore but now lives in Villierstown. Well done Brett. FITNESS CLASS Circuit training with a twist in Villierstown Community Church Hall every Monday night at 8.00 p.m. Come along and bring a friend. Get yourself ready for Bikini season that’s just around the corner! Contact Ross for more details (085) 8894665. VECP 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: 089-2538699. 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 Sunday, 7th May DROMANA HOUSE, CAPPOQUIN, CO. WATERFORD HISTORY DAY ‘The Arts and High Politics: Winston Churchhill - Ireland For further details - dromanahouse.com/events/ email: info@dromanahouse.com Booking essential. Guest speakers:- Aurelia Young: Churchill's Favourite Sculptor: The unconventional life of Oscar Nemon;

husband of Patricia Villiers-Stuart and friend of Winston Churchill’. Mark Leslie:‘The Prime Minister’s Speech.’ Peter Murray: ‘Whatever is to be is written: the life and art of Clare Sheridan'. Dr. Martin Mansergh: ‘Dev and Churchill: Conflicting Perspectives on Ireland’s Place in British-Irish Relations.’ 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

Mayoral reception for World Champion Kickboxer Brett Egan – Pictured left to right: Dolores Dorian, Brett Egan, Loretta Doran, Danny Smith and Carol Smith.

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NOTAI NA GAELTACHTA IARSCOIL NA RINNE Beidh ‘Peil le Ray’ ar siúl sa Halla gach Luan óna 4 go dtí 5 a chlog. Costas €6. Fáilte roimh páistí Bunscoile. Beidh muintir na hIarscoile ag cur Seó ar siúi ag deire Bealtaine chun airgead a bhailiú don Iarscoil. Tosnóidh cleachtadh don Seó seo An Déardaoin, 27ú Aibreán. Beidh rince, ceol, amhránaíocht agus dramaíocht lárnach sa Seó. Beidh gach páiste a fhreastalaíonn ar na ranganna páirteach. Tá sé ar intinn leis, na drámaí a bhain duaiseanna amach i Scór na nÓg le roinnt blianta anuas, a chur chun stáitse. Ar an mbonn sin tá cuireadh do na páistí agus do na daoine óga a ghlac páirt sna drámaí sin a bheith linn. Gach eolas ó 087-6346022. NAÍONRA AN tSEAN PHOBAIL Beidh Maidin Oscailte i Naíonra an tSean Phobal, Lios na Sióg ar Satharn, 29 Aibreán ó 10.00 - 11.30 r.n. Tá deontas ECCE ar fáil ar feadh 2 bhliain. Tá foireann an Naíonra oilte ag FETAC Leibhéal 6. Tá a thuilleadh eolais ar fáil ach glaoch a chur ar 058-46622. AN GHAELTACHT CLG TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a

bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. SPRAOI – GRÚPA SÚGARTHA NA RINNE Tiocfaidh Spraoi, Grúpa Súgartha do thuismitheoirí agus páistí, le chéile i Halla Pobail na Rinne ar an Aoine beag seo ón 10 r.n. go 12 i.n. Beidh comhrá deas agus cupán tae/caifé ar fáil. Tuilleadh eolais: tar i dteagmháil le Bríd: 087-7470428. GRÚPA SÚGARTHA I nDÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa súgartha do leanaí agus tuismitheoirí ag teacht le chéile Dé Máirt i nDún Garbhán.Tá an grúpa lonnaithe i Leabharlann Dhún Garbhán gach Máirt ón 10.30 r.n. go 12 i.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 a.m. to 12.00 noon on Tuesday. Further information: Contact Cabríní ón 0834455914 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 9 r.n. – 11 r.n. ar maidin. Dr. Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú is

available in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9.00 a.m. – 11.00 a.m. 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 0851422902. 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 058-46664.

An tOllamh Patricia Lysaght, Ollamh Emerita in Eitneolaíocht na hEorpa, Scoil na Gaeilge, an Léinn Cheiltigh & an Bhéaloidis, An Coláiste Ollscoile, Baile Átha Cliath agus Máire Seó Breathnach, Oifigeach Gaeilge le Comhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge agus eagraí Thionól na nDéise, mar chuid d’Fhéile Bia Iarthar Phort Láirge in Ionad Ealaíon Seanteach an Mhargaidh, Dún Garbhán. Professor Patricia Lysaght, Emerita Professor of European Ethnology, UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore pictured with Máire Seó Breathnach, Irish Officer Waterford City and County Council and organiser of the Tionól na nDéise event, which took place as part of the West Waterford Festival of Food in The Old Market House Arts Centre, Main St., Dungarvan. [David Clynch Photography]

Pat Spillane and Eamonn Terry at Criostal na Rinne in An Rinn.

Pat Spillane visits Waterford Gaeltacht for Government rural development action plan PAT Spillane, ambassador for the government’s action plan for rural development, visited local businesses in the Waterford Gaeltacht of An Rinn last Wednesday. The sports broadcaster and retired Kerry footballer met with businesses and heard the opportunities and challenges facing rural enterprises in the area. The action plan, which was launched in January by An Taoiseach Enda Kenny and Minister for Arts, Heritage Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs, Heather Humphreys TD, is part of a government strategy for delivering change for people living and working in rural Ireland. The plan has 5 pillars which include: • Supporting Sustainable Communities • Supporting Enterprise and Employment • Maximising our Rural Tourism and Recreation Potential • Fostering Culture and Creativity in Rural Communities • Improving Rural Infrastructure and Connectivity To achieve the aims of these 5 pillars the government has identified 276 actions some of which include: • Increasing the number of visitors to rural Ireland by 12% in the next three years through targeted tourism initiatives, including increased promotion of Activity Tourism. • Accelerating the preparation for the rollout of high-speed broadband and ensuring that all homes and businesses in rural Ireland are connected to broadband as early as possible. • Introducing a range of measures to boost job creation in the

Gaeltacht, including the creation of 1,500 new jobs in Údarás na Gaeltachta client companies by 2020. • Improving job opportunities for young people in rural areas by increasing the number of apprenticeships and traineeships available locally. The Waterford Greenway and the Ireland’s Ancient East Initiative offer fantastic possibilities to nearby rural areas in Co. Waterford, not least Gaeltacht na nDéise, consisting of An Rinn and An Sean Phobal. This small Gaeltacht is the only one in the country to record an increase in the daily speakers of Irish in the

2016 census. In addition to its proximity to the Waterford Greenway, the area offers an excellent destination for the ‘culturally curious’ tourist or visitor, being situated just off the N25 and on the coastal route between Dungarvan and Ardmore. Activities in An Rinn include a visit to the Joan Clancy Art Gallery, Criostal na Rinne crystal craft studio and Sólás na Mara seaweed baths. With several excellent B&B’s and self-catering accommodation providers in the Gaeltacht, visitors can base themselves in the area while they explore the greenway and further afield in Ireland’s Ancient East.

Pat Spillane with Eamonn Terry visiting Criostal na Rinne in An Rinn.

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KILROSSANTY KILROSSANTY NATIONAL SCHOOL There will be a collection of unwanted clothes, household textiles, shoes etc. in Kilrossanty School on Friday, 28th April. If you are unable to deliver to the school call 051-291419 and pick up will be arranged. The proceeds of this collection go to school funds so we will be very grateful for all donations. WHIST Whist this Thursday night in the hall at 8.00 p.m. HALL Hall meeting on Wednesday night, 3rd May at 9.00 p.m. BINGO Bingo this Friday night in Crotty’s at 8.30 p.m. Jackpot €1,200. Raffle for cash prizes also on the night. GARDA TEXT ALERT There will be a meeting in the hall on Monday 8th at 8.00 p.m. CONCERT Concert in Crotty’s Inn on 16th June. Proceeds will go to Palliative Care Dungarvan Hospital, and Comeragh Church. It will start at 8.00 p.m. M.C. Liam Clancy. More details at a later date. Tickets €10 each.

SYMPATHY Sympathy to Kathy Murphy and her immediate family on the death of her mother, Mabel Frampton, Englishtown and England who died last week. May she rest in peace. COMMEMORATION Easter Sunday Commemoration in Kilrossanty attracted a large crowd.The event commenced with the Kilrossanty Colour Party led by Jimmy Veale and the Youghal Pipe Band. At the Church John P. Quinn welcomed all to this event including all the Comeragh area representatives. Rosary was recited in the church by Fr. John Delaney and Fr. Michael Collender. Chairperson of the Comeragh Electoral Area Cllr. John O’Leary gave the opening address. A minutes silence was observed for those that fell. Mary Hearne, niece of vol. John Fitzgerald read the 1916 Proclamation. Wreaths were laid by Kitsey Keating, niece of volunteer Sean Walsh, on behalf of 1916 Kilrossanty Committee. John Prendergast laid a wreath on behalf of West Waterford I.R.A. Memorial Association; Martin

Coffey laid a wreath on behalf of Republican Movement; John Barry on behalf of Fianna Fail Cumann laid a wreath; Cllr. Declan Clune on behalf of Sinn Fein laid a wreath; William Keating laid a wreath on behalf of those that died on hunger strike; Kathleen Balfe laid a wreath on behalf of women of Cumann na mBan. Readings were shared by Elizabeth Keating - Let Me Carry Your Cross for Ireland; T. Ashe, Jamie Quinn - First Dail Declaration of Ireland; Donna Quinlan - Comeragh Rugged Hills written by Vol Pat Keating; Aoibhin Walsh - Dail Treaty Debates by Thomas Hurton T.D. Speakers veteran republican John F. Quinlan nephew of Keating brothers. Jack Roche from Chapel, North Cork. Former Chairman of Cork County Council Nora Hogan played Comeragh Rugged Hills on the accordian; Stephen Hennebry the last post on the tin whistle. John P. Quinn thanked all who came on the day and who helped in any way with the event. Youghal Pipe Band finished with Amhran na bhFiann.

Michael Roche pictured taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Mary Kennedy from Nationwide dropped into the Coach House Coffee, Kilmacthomas while recording the Waterford Greenway Feature airing on May 10th. [Michael Faulkner]

KILMACTHOMAS Michael Veale pictured taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Sharon Nugent, Aine Maire Ni Aodha and Liz Callaghan pictured taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

John Flahavan pictured taking part in the Mental Health & Suicide Awareness Cycle. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

BLOOD DONATION CLINIC The Blood Donation Clinic will attend Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan this week, Monday to Thursday 24th to 27th April from 3.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. Please support. BINGO Our next Bingo will be Tuesday, 2nd May in the Rainbow Community Hall, Kilmac, eyes down 8.00 p.m. This Bingo will see the launch of our new bonus game which will increase our prize money given out on the night to a whopping €1,400, also a chance of winning a jackpot of €1,200 on the night. More information visit face-

book or contact Tyrone on 0871234110. DEISE DRAW The first draw is fact approaching so get your name in as soon as possible with the chance of winning the top prize of €12,500 plus many other prizes for just €15 a month for six months while helping out your local GAA club. Contact Tyrone for tickets. HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE Holy Land Pilgrimage takes place 8th to 16th October 2017. Follow in the footsteps of Jesus, visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Via Dolorosa, Garden of Gethsemane, Dead sea, Jericho, Sea of Galilee, Cana, Nazareth, Mt. Tabor. Direct flight from

Dublin cost €1,430 pps, single room supplement. More information contact Group Leader Fr. Keogh PP, Newtown. TROCAIRE BOXES Please return your Trocaire box as soon as possible at any of the week-end Masses. LOTTO DRAW Results for the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw on Saturday 22nd April. Letters drawn were I, M, T and Z. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Shane Whelan, Kilmac; Lar Kent, Kilmac; Helen Sutton, Hillside Crescent, Kilmac; Margaret Whelan, Kilmac and Terry O’Grady Dunne, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €1,200, be in to win.

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Waterford-born sporting legend Michael Lyster urges public to volunteer for May 12th Happy Heart Appeal RTE broadcaster Michael Lyster joined Comedian Fred Cooke as he serenaded the public with ‘songs from the heart’ to encourage volunteers to sign up for the 27th Happy Heart Appeal on Friday, 12th May in aid of Irish Heart. This May, the national charity is encouraging 3,000 volunteers to help sell their iconic happy hearts and raise vital funds to save lives from sudden cardiac arrest, which claims 5,000 lives in Ireland every year. Volunteering his time to support the appeal, Michael Lyster stressed that he wouldn’t be here today if his wife hadn’t performed CPR when he suffered a cardiac arrest at home. Originally born in Waterford, Michael said: “CPR saves lives – no-one knows this better than me. I collapsed with a cardiac arrest at home when my heart stopped beating. I wouldn’t be here today only for my wife Anne, who gave me CPR until an ambulance arrived. Without her pushing hard and fast on my chest, I would have been gone. But thanks to my wife and to CPR, I am alive here today. I’m one of the lucky ones and if

more people know CPR, more lives like mine will be saved. So please, support Irish Heart and volunteer for their Happy Heart Appeal on 12th May.” Money raised for the Happy Heart Appeal will go towards Irish Heart’s CPR programmes to create lifesavers in every community in Ireland. Starting CPR can double a person’s chance of survival. Singing for Happy Heart volunteers and not for his supper, comedian Fred Cooke added: “There isn’t a family in Ireland that hasn’t been affected by heart disease and stroke, including my own. There is never a good time to lose someone you love - it’s always too soon. We are dealing with the biggest disease of our time but thankfully it doesn’t have to be this way. There is something we can do about it. One way we can save more lives is to spread lifesaving CPR skills all around Ireland. By volunteering our time for the Happy Heart Appeal on May 12th, we can help more families be together for longer.” For more than 50 years, Irish Heart has been fighting heart disease and stroke and empowering

the people of Ireland to live longer, happier lives. Central to the mission of Irish Heart is to help save more lives from cardiac arrest through CPR training. • 5,000 lives are lost every year in Ireland to sudden cardiac arrest • That’s 13 lives lost every day • Starting CPR can double if not triple a person’s chance of survival • In the event of a collapse from cardiac arrest, every minute is vital • Without CPR or defibrillation, the chance of survival falls by up to 10 percent a minute • After just 5 minutes, that person may only have a 50 percent chance of survival Cardiac arrest could happen to someone at work, in your community, or at home so it’s essential to know exactly what to do, and be confident in doing it, according to Irish Heart. Kate O’Reilly, National Campaigns Manager at Irish Heart said: “This year’s Happy Heart Appeal target is €500,000 – a 40% increase on last year – and these vital funds ensure that we can continue to provide essential CPR training to every

community in Ireland. If a loved one or someone you know goes into a sudden cardiac arrest, you are their main chance of survival. Not a passer-by. You and your hands. CPR saves lives and so do volunteers. Now more than ever,

we need more volunteers for our Happy Hearts Appeal, so that we can raise funds for programmes like our vital CPR training. Join us and volunteer on May 12th to keep more hearts beating, because we desperately need

more lifesavers.” If you’d like to support the Happy Heart Appeal by volunteering a few hours of your time and selling pins on 12th May, simply log on to www.irishheart.ie/happyhearts

RTE broadcaster Michael Lyster signed up volunteers for the 27th Happy Heart Appeal on Friday, 12th May in aid of Irish Heart. Volunteering his time to support the appeal, Michael Lyster says he wouldn’t be here today if his wife [Leon Farrell/Photocall Ireland] hadn’t performed CPR when he suffered a cardiac arrest at home.

Pieta House South East opened its doors at 20 Waterside on September 20th, 2017 WATERFORD is now home to Pieta House South East, the 10th suicide and self-harm intervention centre the organisation has opened in the past 10 years. The centre will bring vital and much-needed services to people across the southeast who are in suicidal crisis or engaging in self-harm. To date we have provided 1,833 service hours to the public. A total of 222 people have availed of our service to date and Clinical assessments currently amount to 236. Presently we also have 51 Emergency Intervention Holdovers. Service includes suicide prevention, self -harm prevention, and bereavement counselling to those that have been bereaved by suicide. We currently have three clinical support staff, one

Funding and Advocacy Officer, 8 Counsellors and one Clinical Manager (who is also a psychotherapist providing 20 counselling hours per week). Service is free of charge and open Monday through to Thursday from 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m., Fridays 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., and Saturdays 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. Service is supported by a twenty four hour helpline, providing counselling over the phone seven days a week, by fully qualified therapists. 1800 247 247; 051-858510 Our 6th annual DIL Dungarvan takes place in St. Augustine’s College on May 6th at 4.15 a.m. This year we are encouraging you to register online at dil.pieta.ie or alternatively registration takes place at the following venues.

DIL Dungarvan: Registration Details Online Registration: http://dil.pieta.ie Date

Place

Time

Friday, 28th April

The Red Store, Youghal

5.30 p.m. – 7.30 p.m.

Saturday, 29th April

Keever’s Bar, Ardmore

7.00 p.m. – 8.30 p.m.

Saturday 29th and Sunday, 30th April Dungarvan Shopping Centre Thursday 4th and Friday, 5th May

7.00 p.m. – 8.30 p.m.

Elverys Sports (formerly Ger Wyley’s) 10.00 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.

BALLYDUFF COMHALTAS

Concert in Ballyduff NEXT Sunday evening, musicians, singers and dancers from Ballyduff Comhaltas branch will be hosting a Concert for Breton visitors who are visiting the area with the Fermoy/Ploemeur Twinning Association. This concert is free of charge and everyone is welcome. It will feature top class musicians such as Bobby Gardiner, Liam Flanagan and Donncha Gough. It will be a show of wonderful variety with brush dancers, set dancers, Breton singers and dancers as well as songs from fine local singers. Everyone is welcome to come along to St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff, on April 30th. FLEADH CHEOIL NA nDÉISE The Waterford Fleadh gets

underway in Ballyduff over the weekend of May 19th - 21st. It will be a mighty weekend of traditional music, song and dance. The session in the Log Cabin on Friday, May 19th, will be an opportunity for singers and musicians to air their newly composed tunes and songs. Everyone welcome to join in or just enjoy the musical talent of the performers. Frankie Gavin and De Danann will surely be the highlight of the weekend when they perform in St. Michael's Hall at 8.15 p.m. Bookings/Enquiries to 086 8208242. BUSKING COMPETITION On Sunday, May 21st, there will be a Busking competition

held in the village from 3.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m. Musicians and singers Under 18 are welcome to enter. Please contact the fleadh office on the day of the competition. MUNSTER FLEADH QUALIFIERS A number of our Branch members are eligible to compete at the Cork Fleadh and we are delighted to congratulate Rachel Lynch, Gormfhlaith Ní Shíocháin Ní Bheoláin and Amhlaoibh Ó Síocháin Ó Beoláin who all achieved success over the weekend in Kinsale.Well done to these super talented musicians who have qualified to compete at the Munster Fleadh in Cork in July.

Easter 2017 at Garranbane Church – A beautiful Easter garden display by the Garranbane Ladies Altar Committee. [Jim Daly]

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WEST WATERFORD SUNDAY WALK FOR STRINGS & THINGS With just one month to go to our annual Strings & Things Festival in Clashmore, we need to pull out all the stops to ensure that we have enough funds to provide the very best in live entertainment for everyone to enjoy right throughout the June Bank holiday weekend. This weekend’s fundraiser is the annual Strings & Things 5k and 2k walk in Clashmore. We are hoping as many as possible will come out and enjoy a nice walk on Sunday afternoon. Registration takes place at the GAA Clubhouse in Clashmore from 1.30 pm and the walk commences at 2.00 pm followed by refreshments afterwards in the clubhouse, we will also have a raffle on the day with lots of great prizes to be won – your support will be very much appreciated. THE LATE MRS. EILY CASS With great sadness this week we record the death of a wonderful lady who loved Clashmore and lived here for many years with her husband John and family for years, Mrs. Eily Cass, Carrick-on- Suir and formerly of Killbrack, Rathgormack and Clashmore. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Molleran’s Church today, Wednesday at 12.30 pm followed by burial in Rathgormack Cemetery. To her dearly loved sons and daughters, family and friends our deepest sympathy to you all. May she rest in peace. LOURDES FUND COLLECTION The annual Church Gate collection in aid of the Clashmore & Piltown Lourdes fund takes place this coming weekend at Masses in Clashmore and Piltown. Each year two people in need of healing are sent from this Parish to Lourdes and your support for this very worthy cause is very much appreciated. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations to proud parents Jessica Deady and Killian Walsh, Clashmore on the birth of their daughter whom they have named Darcie, a most welcome baby sister for Ollie. Best wishes from all your family and friends. ARDMORE HOSTS TWO NIGHTS OF COMEDY DRAMA THIS WEEKEND Ardmore welcomes award winning actor Seamus O’Rourke who once again returns to Ardmore next Friday and Saturday night with two wonderful nights of entertainment in St. Declan's Hall.

Seamus is no stranger to Ardmore and has brought many plays to the village with all of them filling to capacity. On this Friday, 28th we have a play by John McManus called "The Cavan Curse" and Seamus is joined on stage with Cavan actress Fiona Fitzpatrick. On this Saturday, 29th Seamus O’Rourke joins up with Corn Mill Theatre’s award winning actress Eileen Ward in ‘My Aunt Bee’. So, two wonderful night’s of entertainment ahead and tickets are selling fast, so don't delay, pick yours up in Quinn's Shop, Ardmore or by ringing John on 086 2330810. Admission €15. All profits going to St. Declan's Conference of SVP, Ardmore, Grange and Kinsalebeg. Please support a very worthy cause. MOVIE NIGHT Here at Blackwater Garden Centre we're bringing you the perfect movie night, once a month (and you can book a special night for yourself too if you like!) Join us in our cosy home cinema, grab a sofa while you can and get comfy. Each movie is priced at €9 each and includes tea or coffee and our selection of homemade treats and sweets. It's adults only too! This month’s movie is showing this Wednesday, April 27th, at 8 p.m. DAWN CHORUS Blackwater Garden Centre invites you to join them on Saturday, 29th April at 5 am, to experience the wonderful “Dawn Chorus.” We know, it's early but it will be worth it! Bring the whole family, tea and coffee will be provided. Get to know the birds in your area by their call. Learn about migratory birds arriving now...all for free! Booking is essential as places are limited. Call us on 02492725 or email info@blackwatergardencentre.ie to book. WEDDING BELLS Congratulations and best wishes to Louise Coughlan, Ballycurrane and Kevin Sheehan who were married on Friday last in Clashmore Church. Every good wish to you both in married life. FORAGING WALK WITH ANDREW MALCOLM Saturday, 29th April 10.30 am. Walk, talk and tasting. Join experienced forager, Andrew, for a walk and forage through the lands at Blackwater and its surrounding lanes. Later taste and discuss the fruit of your labours along with tea or coffee and scones in the Goodfood Café, Kinsalebeg. €15 per person. Booking at the Blackwater Garden Centre

024-92725 to book. KINSALEBEG SCHOOL NEWS NON-STOP DRAW Well done to the following who were the lucky winners in the Kinsalebeg Parents’ Association fundraising monthly Non-Stop draw 1st Prize - Rory O'Brien, Seller Finn O'Brien; 2nd Prize - Shannon Murphy, Seller - Davin Murphy; 3rd Prize - Emiliha Wolinsta, Seller Aron Daly; 4th Prize Patrick Murphy, Seller - Davin Murphy Leahy. The winners of our children’s draw were: Charley Foley, Max Keogh, Maddison Power. Thanks to everyone for your support. PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELA – MOUNT STUART EXAM MASSES Exam Masses for all students from the area sitting exams this year, will be celebrated on Friday, June 2nd at 7.30 pm. FIRST HOLY COMMUNIONS First Holy Communion will take place in the Parish as follows: Aglish Church - Sunday, May 7th at 11.30am and Ballinameela - Sunday, May 14th at 11.30 am. On both Sundays there will be Mass in Aglish at 10.15 am as well. ANNUAL MASS The annual celerbration of Mass at St. Cathaldus Well, Ballinameela will take place on Wednesday, May 10th at 7.30 pm. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS WEEKLY ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS The weekly Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw took place in Clashmore on Sunday night last, April 23rd and the following were the letters drawn: S, F, R, A. We had no jackpot winner, so next week’s Jackpot will be €2,850. Congratulations to the following who were the lucky winners of our weekly €20 spot prizes – Susan Thomas, Jersey Reds, c/o Bernie Fitzgerald; Katie Ahern, c/o Jimmy Ormond. Thank you to everyone for your continued support CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO The weekly Clashmore Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night last, April 25th and our numbers drawn were 2, 13, 20, 28. We had no match four ticket to win our jackpot, so next week we will have €10,000 to be won by anyone who manages to

Mr. John Scanlon presents a cheque for €7,320 to Mr. Ger McLean of the East Cork Rapid Response Unit, the proceeds of the recent Donal Scanlon Remembrance Day hosted by Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club in Clashmore. Also pictured are club officers Tim Bourke and Billy O’Halloran. In his speech, John acknowledged the great work done by this voluntary unit on the day of Donie's accident and felt they were very worthy benefactors of this event. match the four numbers out in our draw when it takes place at The Ole Mill. Congratulations to the following who were this week’s lucky spot prize winners of €20: Declan Hickey, Elizabeth Smyth, Brid Buckley, Paul Marks, Rosari O’Brien. Thank you to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Our 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore on Monday night, April 25th. Our winners this week on eight games were Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy. In joint second place on seven games each we had Roger Hynes and Eugene O’Halloran, Edmond Og Ledingham and Paddy Kelleher,Tony Keane and Gabriel Hynes. Our lucky last game winners this week were Tom Osborne and John Motherway, Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Well done to all our winners cards as usual next Bank holiday Monday night starting at 9.00 pm sharp and all are welcome. CONCERT SUPPORTING PIETA HOUSE On Monday, May 22nd we have the ever popular John Hogan, Trudy Lawlor, Mick Flavin, Pat McKenna, Gina, and Michael Collins in a Gala Concert at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. This has to be one of the most popular social events of the year for many music lovers, so be sure to save the date to your diary. The proceeds of this concert will be divided between Pieta House and our local nominated charities and presented to them at the end of the year, your support is very much appreciated. Tickets for this concert are now available at the Park Hotel, Dungarvan. BINGO Enjoy Bingo every Sunday evein-

The gals and guys of Kinsalebeg Macra – April, Maurice, John, Edmond Og, Sarah, Danielle present Kieran Mansfield and Paddy Hurton of Strings and Things festival committee with a cheque from the proceeds of their recent fundraising concert in Ardmore.

ing here at Kinsalebeg Community Hall – eyes down at 8.00 pm. A bus leaves Youghal for the bingo in Kinsalebeg each Sunday evening at 7.15 pm and all are welcome. CLASHMORE TIDY TOWNS TIDY TOWNS COMPETITION 2017 The deadline for the submission of the Tidy Towns application 2017 is May 25th. This means the judges will be coming to Clashmore village and surroundings in June. June is the month Clashmore needs to look it’s best and we appeal for an extra effort this year from everyone.This effort is needed for Clashmore to increase points in the competition for the 4th year-in-a-row. We will be seeking to address any areas which require improvement which were documented in last year’s report which is available online. If you are unsure, please talk to any of the Tidy Town’s committee. One immediate area which requires work is the sign behind the bottle bank which was scored down last year due to poor appearance. We will fix this problem. points this year. Wall on road to the church from the Deise Bar: Work has restarted on this with some fine work to date. We need to keep momentum on this and get it finished. Plaster off the bottom bridge to maintain heritage look of the village: Work continues to remove the

plaster off the bottom which will serve to add to the heritage look of the village. Flowerbed on approach road from Pilltown into village: How uplifting to see the work of Suzanne and the team making a very visible difference in the flowerbed approach from Pilltown. Have you noticed the Whiskey barrels and the plough, this will be worth some extra DEATH OF ANNE MARIE DOWER It is with great sadness we record the death following a brief illness on Saturday last, April 22nd at Cork University Hospital of Anne Marie Dower, Curradarra, Aglish. Dearly loved daughter of Jack and the late Margaret, Anne Marie will be so dearly missed by her loving dad; her brothers Eddie, Walter and John; sister Elizabeth; sisters-in-law Sharon and Caroline; nieces and nephews Joe and Leigh, Lydia, Brian, Conor, Sarah; aunts and uncles, other relatives and friends.To all of you our deepest sympathy at this sad time. Anne Marie will repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan this Wednesday evening, 26th April, from 5.30 p.m. with Rosary at 7.30 p.m. Her Removal will take place at 12.45 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, 27th April, to St. Cronan's Church, Clashmore. Requiem Mass for Anne Marie will be celebrated at 2 p.m. followed by Interment afterwards in the adjoining Cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.

Just think of it! AT this season of the year there is hardly any more beautiful sight in the countryside than a well-tilled field, awaiting the scattering of the seed.Yesterday it was last year’s stubble, now it is a smooth, brown, plain, soon it will begin to show a green mist of early growth, the promise of a good harvest. No sensible farmer, looking for that good harvest, is going to take valuable, expensive seed and scatter it carelessly on unprepared ground. The seed, said Jesus as he explained the parable of the sower, is the word of God. God’s inviting and encouraging word to us to get to know and love him. That seed is wasted, proves infertile, unless the recipient is prepared, disposed, to go along with God. Do you ever wonder why so many people, brought up as Catholic children with the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, can so easily give up religion, and in some cases become aggressively anti-religion, even anti God? What gets into their minds and hearts? How can it be prevented, how can people be led to really commit themselves to faith, to accepting the reality of God and of his Son who became one in Jesus, to acknowledge to themselves that their hearts have a real need of God? I wish I knew the answer to these questions. I can only suggest what I have learned from my own experience as a Catholic. I need real prayer, real conversation, interaction with God. That is why the absence of piety, of religious feeling in so many young people leads one to fear that many of them don’t really have any commitment to God and to his incarnate Son, and so they are the next generation of ex-Catholics. Fr. Robert Arthure, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Tom Rogers ‘Sam Carmicheal’

Martine Rogers ‘Rosie’

Mary Nagle Mar Kelly Dwyer ‘Donna Sheridan’ ‘Tanya’

Jack Shrubb ‘Eddie’

Sebastian Markowski ‘Sky’

Raymond Tobin ‘Pepper’

Mark O’Rourke ‘Harry Bright’

Maggie Cullinane ‘Ali’

Laura Hodnett ‘Lisa’

Michael Drummy Breffni O'Rourke ‘Bill’ 'Sophie'

The cast of Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy’s Mamma Mia.

“Best of Broadway” Mamma Mia & Matilda May 10th–13th • Just 2 weeks to go!! DUNGARVAN Encore Stage Academy presents our 4th Musical this May! The Family event of the year. From the team that brought you “Sister Act” and “Oliver”Yet again we are bringing another hit show to Dungarvan Town! Tickets for the much anticipated 2017 Musical are selling very fast!!! The musical Best Of Broadway ‘the most upbeat show yet!! It will be staged nightly from Wednesday 10th - Saturday 13th starting at 8.00

p.m. each evening. This is sure to be a fun family show suitable for all ages! With our favourite hits from Abba & Mamma Mia the musical! Topped off with “Matilda” The Musical. Tickets on sale in The Wine Buff and Kelly’s Chemist Abbeyside. Family and Group Concessions are available. Opening night is €12 only while sticks last! We have lots of New Fresh faces who are rehearsing hard

to ensure you enjoy the fresh new format this year! There is lots of quality music, acting and dances for the whole family to enjoy. Two shows one night! We have Miss Honey! Trunchbull! Matilda! So don’t miss out on the fun family show of the year! This show is directed by the creative Vicki Graham! Come get into the Summer Spirit! and jive along to Mamma Mia, Waterloo and lots more!

Dungarvan Encore Stage Academy is now taking bookings for the Summer camps. For further information you

are welcome to contact Aileen Hogan on 087 6299508 anytime. For up to date announce-

ments keep your eyes on the papers and on facebook http://www.facebook.com/En coreStageAcademy

Matilda the Musical – Hannah O’Donoghue, Lia Cunningham, Aisling Shanley, Roisin Connors.

Mamma Mia cast members Alice O’Connor and Elaine Cummins.

Mary Nagle as Miss Trunchbull.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

County Finals Scor na bPaisti 2017 held in Cappoquin Community Centre PHOTOGRAPHS BY SEAN BYRNE//DEISE MEDIA

Roseanne Power, Kill, second in the Recitation.

Sliabh gCua who competed in the Table Quiz.

Sliabh gCua A Third in the Set Dancing. Roisin Connors, Sliabh gCua who competed in the Recitation competition.

Dungarvan, third, in the Instrumental Music section.

Rachel Mangan, Ballysaggart, who competed in the Solo Singing competition. Modeligo A who competed in the Figure Dancing.

Brickeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s C winners of the Table Quiz.

John Murphy, Melleray, who competed in the Recitation competition.

Passage B who competed in the Ballad Group section.

Ava Houlihan, Lismore who competed in the Recitation competition.

An Rinn, who competed in the Instrumental Music section.

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COUNTY FINALS OF SCOR NA bPAISTI 2017

Aoibh Ni Mhurchu, An Rinn, winner of the Solo Singing competition.

An Rinn, third, in the Table Quiz.

Aisling Walsh, Kill who competed in the Solo Singing competition.

Lismore winners of the Novelty Act.

Brickeyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A who were second in the Table Quiz.

Lucy Cunningham, Melleray, winner of the Recitation and overall winner of the Mary Fitzgerald Perpetual Award 2017.

An Rinn who competed in the Figure Dancing.

Ballyduff who competed in the Table Quiz. Mamie Ni Chionnfhaolaidh, An Rinn, who finished third in the Recitation.

Sliabh gCua winners of the Instrumental Music Section.

Darragh O Reagain, An Rinn, third in the Solo Singing competition.

Ballyduff who competed in the Instrumental Music section.

PHOTOGRAPHS BY SEAN BYRNE//DEISE MEDIA

COUNTY NEWS

11th Waterford (Dungarvan) Scouts - Cub News OVER the last month both Cub sections have had lots to do. To acknowledge Earth Day and Earth Hour on 25th March, we did a Project on the Solar System. On the 23rd both groups worked in their clans and made papier mache planets by gluing newspaper strips to balloons. These were left to dry and the following week painted and hung from bamboo. The Cubs also had to research facts on all the planets. This project also went towards some Cubs earning an Environment Special Interest Badge. On Thursday, 6th April as this was our last Thursday meeting before our Easter holidays, we

made some edible Easter treats! We made our own Easter eggs, nests, and smores.Yummy! Friday, 9th of April we journeyed to Portlaw for our County Cub Hike. There were other cub groups from the county and we all met at the Portlaw Scout den

for 9.30 a.m. and headed off up the town, through the woods and onto the Curraghmore Estate. We enjoyed stops along the way, at the Tower, Shell House and by the lake and were given the history of the estate by the Portlaw leaders.

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SCHOOL NEWS Eoin Bohane, Dungarvan No Name Club National Finalist NO NAME CLUB NATIONAL YOUTH AWARDS The No Name! Club National Youth Awards will bring together teenagers and adult leaders to celebrate the work that teenagers are doing in communities across Ireland.The black-tie affair at the Lyrath Hotel in Kilkenny on Saturday, May 6th, will see the No Name! Club National Host and Hostess of the Year named. MC for the event is Maria Walsh, who will interview the EOIN is a Transition Year student in St Augustine’s College in Dungarvan and hopes to go on to study medicine once he leaves school. He was part of the team that won Super Schools 2016 which is a multi-sports competition. Eoin has many interests which include playing rugby with Dungarvan RFC and has a black belt in taekwon-do. He is involved in Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School and has recently played the part of Pharaoh in the school production of “Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat”. He was involved in a boat race in Bantry, Co. Cork which raised funds for cancer research. Eoin is a qualified lifeguard and works part time in Clonea Leisure Centre. He is actively involved in his No Name! Club taking part in activities such as weekly meetings, club disco’s and trips away such as Nightmare Realm in Cork and Funderland in the RDS. Eoin says “No Name! Club provides support and opportunities for young people who choose not to drink and I really respect that”.

finalists on stage and ask them to showcase a personal talent in front of the 1,000+ crowd. Guests will be treated to a four-course meal and a six-hour disco will allow club members from communities across Ireland celebrate their involvement with the No Name! Club and party into the early hours of the morning in a safe, alcohol free, supervised setting.

Winners of the Mary Walsh Quiz at Scoil Mhuire.

SCOIL MHUIRE

Annual Mary Walsh Quiz On Friday, 7th April we held our annual quiz in remembrance of our late colleague Mary Walsh.The Quiz was organised by Deputy Principal Mrs Colette O’Mahony and each team was made up of pupils from Third, Fourth, Fifth and Sixth class. The event is always a popular one in

our school calendar and this year's one was no exception with all participants really enjoying themselves. TABLE TENNIS LEAGUE Our after school Table Tennis League culminated shortly before Easter with a very exciting match. Michael Walsh from Sixth

class was pronounced supreme champion but the standard from all competitors was extremely high. Thanks to Principal Mr. Ruaidhrí de Paor and Sixth class teacher Mr. Paddy O’Dea for giving up their time to supervise the league.

Finalists in the Table Tennis League with overall winner Michael Walsh. Eoin Bohane

Pictured at the Annual A.S.T.I. Teachers Conference in Killarney were Dungarvan delegates from left to right: Padraig Mac Craith, Pat Knightly, Pat Collins, Michael McGrath, Tommy Collins, Liam O'Mahony.

Members of the winning team in Fourth class teacher Brian Patwell's Famous Explorers project.

SCHOOLS

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OUR LADY OF MERCY N.S., STRADBALLY

Busy term at Stradbally WE have just completed a very busy second term. Eoin McMahon from Leave No Trace visited the school and talked to the pupils about the steps they should take when preparing for outdoor pursuits and also to look after the environment in which they pursue these activities. Reece Donnelly's team were the inaugural winners of our Soccer League, we saw some silky soccer skills in the school yard during the months of February and March. Marine biologist Lucy Hunt spoke to the pupils about the creatures that live in the oceans off our coast. Little Red Kettle Theatre Company visited the school and as always the pupils enjoyed dressing up in the whacky costumes and taking part in the myriad of different scenes from their stories. Mrs. Crowley's class enjoyed celebrating 100 days of school. We saw many different characters enter the school grounds on World Book Day and not alone were the pupils excited about dressing up but the staff were even more enthusiastic. Our Readathon finished on World Book Day and the pupils made a special effort to read during the six weeks. The INTO/An Post Handwriting Competition was a great success and we have seen an improvement in penmanship year on year in the school. Jo Taylor and the senior classes made some lovely items in needlework classes and Helen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Mahony's cookery classes went down a treat particularly with the pupils enjoying the fruits of their labour at lunchtime. We finished the term with Mrs. Crowley making beautiful Easter Trees with art materials kindly donated by Our Parents' Association. Here's looking forward to term three!

Needlework with Jo Taylor.

World Book Day winners Junior Classes.

Mrs. Crowley presenting the Soccer Shield to this year's winning team.

Readathon winners.

Handwriting Winners.

Making Easter Trees.

Little Red Kettle.

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The Green Schools Committee from Kilmacthomas Primary School taking part in 'The National Spring Clean 2017'. A great clean-up in Kilmacthomas. Well done to all involved!

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Welcome Back WELCOME back to everyone after the Easter Holidays, we hope everyone had an enjoyable break and are refreshed and ready for the last term. It’s a very busy one with many Junior and Leaving Cert interviews and practicals taking place over the coming weeks. AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE Wishing the very best to out 6th year Ag science students who are doing their Leaving Cert. interviews this Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.The result will go

towards their overall grade in this subject for the Leaving Cert. PARENT/TEACHER MEETING The second year and fifth year P/T meeting takes place this Thursday, April 27th. The 2nd year Parent Teacher Meeting will take place from 10.00 a.m. until 12.30 p.m. and the 5th year parent teacher meeting takes place from 1.15 p.m. to 3.35 p.m. ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK First years took part in a study skills seminar on Monday. The Rice Cup team take part

in their hurling blitz on Tuesday. On Wednesday the under 17½ hurling team have a match and our athletes take part in the Waterford Schools Athletics and on Wednesday night senior science students will take part in the annual Chemistry Quiz. UPCOMING EVENT The Transition Year students will travel to Ballyhass Lakes in Cork as part of their Gaisce Award programme from Wednesday, May 3rd, to Friday, May 5th.

KILROSSANTY NATIONAL SCHOOL

Collection for School Funds THERE will be a collection of unwanted clothes, household textiles, shoes etc. in Kilrossanty School on Friday, 28th April. If you are unable to deliver to the school call

051-291419 and pick up will be arranged. The proceeds of this collection go to school funds so we will be very grateful for all donations.

Both the CBS (above) and CCN (below) 5th and 6th Years attended Apprenticeship Workshops held recently in Dungarvan Youth Information Centre delivered by Mr. Michael O’Keeffe, WWETB.

OBITUARY

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.

Guide Dog’s Heroes Editor, Further to your article in the Observer dated 12th April about the launch of the Guide Dog’s Heroes, I cannot reiterate enough Roy Keane’s emphatic support for such a worthy cause. Having spent special time as a volunteer over the last eight months at the head office of the South African GDA (Guide Dogs Association), I can only confirm that their guide dogs, volunteers and staff are amazing and are incredibly supportive and passionate about making life more accessible and free, not only for people who are visually impaired, but also many who are physically disabled in certain ways. Shortly after starting this work, I discovered that labrador dogs are very popular as guide dogs because they are willing to please their owner and have a good ability to concentrate.Their easy-going adaptable disposition increases their trainability. One particular quadriplegic, Karen recently confided in me that:“If Sheba (my guide dog) is with me, I can be left at home alone. When I retreat to the TV room, she passes me the remote and when I want to go and wash my hands she brings me the towel. I can now move confidently and freely around the house with her right by my side. I am incredibly honoured to be unconditionally loved by such a clever companion. Having Sheba has forever changed my life and I am eternally grateful to have her as part of my life. She is great at retrieving all sorts of articles, opening doors, cupboards or drawers by pulling on a rope, or closing doors by pushing them either with her nose or paws.”

WINIFRED MABEL FRAMPTON Englishtown House, Stradbally, and formerly Middlesex, Twickenham It is with sadness and profound sorrow we record the passing of Mabel Frampton which sad event occurred on 17th April, 2017. Funeral Service took place in St. James’ Church of Ireland, Stradbally, on Saturday, followed by cremation in the Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork. Loving wife of Sid, beloved mother of Kathy, son-in-law Mick, Jean, Chris and Alan (deceased), grandmother of Helen, Gerard, Patrick, Teresa, Danni, Curtis, Michael, Alex, Oscar, Amy and Isla to whom we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARY THERESA NEYLIN (nee Whelan) Shandon Street, Dungarvan It is with deep regret we record the passing of Mary Theresa Neylin which sad event occurred on Friday, 21st April, 2017. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Sunday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church. Funeral Mass was on Monday morning and burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her daughters Elaine Flynn, Colette McGrath and Sinead Condon; son Derek; brother Joe; daughter-in-law Angela Neylin; sonsin-law Michael Flynn,Thomas McGrath and Tom Condon; nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great grandchildren, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRICK (Nin) ORGAN Murphy Place, Abbeyside It is with sadness and regret we record the passing of Nin Organ which sad event occurred on Saturday, 22nd April, 2017. Removal was from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Monday evening to St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Tuesday morning and burial took place afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his sisters Han O’Connell, Ena O’Riordan, Bunny Garcia, Nellie Byrne and La Walsh; brothers Tucky and John; nephews, nieces, grandnephews, grandnieces, family, relatives and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MAURA QUINN (nee Wall) Ballycoe, Dungarvan Paraplegic Pieter’s testament too about his guide dog Gatsby was especially very moving for me. In his own words: “Gatsby is my soulmate, the one I can talk to when things are dark and scary. He understands and comforts me. He is the one that gets me out of bed in the morning. He knows exactly how to make me laugh and is my friend, my shadow. He is always there to help me with items that are out of reach. At my local grocery shop he hands my money over to a cashier on a high counter, and then retrieves and carries the shopping bag for me. Gatsby will also stop if I drop anything – he’ll fetch the item in his mouth and place it in my lap. He does the same with my mobile phone, keys, water bottle and anything else that I need him to retrieve.” FRANK COLBERT South Africa

Deep feelings of sadness and regret were evoked with the passing of Maura Quinn on Sunday, 23rd April, in the loving care of staff at Conna Nursing Home. Maura is deeply mourned by her daughter Doris, son-in-law Will O'Donnell (Deerpark, Lismore), grandchildren Jill and John, nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Maura is predeceased by her husband Paddy, parents Patrick and Catherine, brother Tom, sisters Alice and Kitty. May Maura rest in peace. Maura lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home on Monday, 24th April. Removal took place that evening to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Maura’s life was celebrated on Tuesday afternoon, 25th April, and afterwards Maura was laid to rest the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sí. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan Third Sunday of Easter: Acts 2:14,22-33 - It was impossible for him to be held in the power of Hades. 1 Peter 1:17-21 - Your ransom was paid in the precious blood of a lamb without spot or stain, namely, Christ. Luke 24:13-35 - They recognised him at the breaking of the bread. Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help: The Novena began last Monday, April 24th at 7.30 p.m. and will continue for nine Mondays at 7.30 p.m. each Monday. No 9.30 a.m. Mass on Mondays during the Novena. New boxes of weekly envelopes for the next year: The boxes are being prepared at present. If you would like to begin using a weekly envelope or if you have changed address or if you are new to the area and would like to receive a box of envelopes for the next year, please call to or contact the Parish office at 42374. A sincere thank you to everyone who has contributed so faithfully over the years. Dungarvan Joy of Faith Summer Camp for

Children: This camp will take place from Monday, July 3rd - Friday, July 7th, 2017, 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m. each day. For boys and girls, ages 6-13. Drama, arts and crafts, sport and games, Catholic prayer and teaching, dance and action, songs, music and lots of fun. Leaflets/Applications Forms available in the church porches. Easter Collection: Please continue to return your Easter Collection Envelope for the support of the Priests of the Parish. Easter Garden: You are invited to visit the Easter Garden at the top of the church in front of St. Joseph’s statue for a few moments of quiet prayer and reflection. Trócaire Boxes: Please continue to return your Trócaire Boxes to the Sacristy or Parish office. Blood Donor Clinic: Lawlors Hotel on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week. Marriage Jubilee Celebration: This celebration with couples married 25, 40, 50 and 60 years will

take place at the 7.30 p.m.Vigil Mass on Saturday, May 27th next, followed by light refreshments. Jubilee couples married in St. Mary’s and jubilee couples living in the parish will be welcome to the celebration. Please leave names into the parish office. Graveyard Mass: This Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 13th at 7.30 p.m., followed by blessing of graves. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282. St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 0877747870.

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THOMAS (Tommie) EGAN 3 Wilkin Court, Collins Avenue, Dublin, and formerly of 7 Boreenatra, Dungarvan Feelings of deep sadness and regret were evoked with the passing of Tommie Egan which occurred on Wednesday, 12th April, in Dublin. Aged 67 years and a native of Dungarvan, Tommie was son of the late Peter and Ethel Egan. Educated at the local Presentation Convent and Christian Brothers School, Tommie subsequently became a cobbler by trade and worked with Timmy Murphy and Michael Walsh here in Dungarvan and later went to work with John Dowling in Tralee. When Tommie was in Tralee he decided to serve his country and joined the Irish Army and was attached to Clonmel Barracks and Collins Barracks in Cork. Among his duties with the Defence Forces, Tommie was stationed for nine months on border duty in Cootehill, County Cavan. He later emigrated to England and was employed in shoe manufacturing. In more recent times Tommie returned to Ireland and lived in Dublin and was a noted landscaper until his retirement. A man of varied interests, he enjoyed soccer, gardening and Country & Western music with Willie Nelson a particular favourite. The heart and soul of any party, Tommie was the essence of good company and loved family gatherings and enjoyed a social drink. It was always his wish to be laid to rest in his native Dungarvan. Tommie’s passing is the source of much sorrow and regret and we express our deepest sympathy to his family, relatives and friends, a void has been left that can never be filled. May Tommie rest in peace. On Easter Sunday evening, 16th April,Tommie lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, where in the presence of his family, relatives, friends and neighbours Sr. Philomena (Sisters of Mercy) led the recitation of the Rosary and prayers. Removal took place on Easter Monday morning, 17th April, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.Tommie’s coffin was draped in the Tricolour, in recognition of his service to the Irish Defence Forces. On arrival at St. Mary’s Canon W. Ryan, P.P., celebrated the Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Tommie’s life. The Funeral Pall was placed on his coffin by John and David (brothers), Margaret (sister), David Watkins (nephew) and Paddy O’Neill (cousin). Personal items with symbolic meaning in Tommie’s life were presented at the beginning of Mass; his sister Margaret brought CDs in remembrance of his love of music, while his friend Michael Walsh presented a cobbler’s last signifying Tommie’s trade as a cobbler. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the congregation by Paddy O’Neill (cousin) and David Egan (brother). The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by David Watkins (nephew), Nuala Sexton (cousin) and Gearóid Fraher (neighbour). Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine for consecration were brought in procession by Marie Sullivan and Ann Walsh (neighbours). After Communion words of tribute to Tommie were delivered by Paddy O’Neill (cousin) who also read the poem “A Soldier” honouring Tommie’s service with the Irish Army. Throughout the Mass the music and singing of Dina Walshe was much appreciated. Afterwards Tommie was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard. En route to the cemetery the cortege paused in remembrance at Boreenatra. Canon Ryan, P.P., imparted the graveside blessing and read the Committal Prayers. In a further tribute the music and singing of the Fureys and Charlie Landsborough filled the air, Tommie would surely have approved. I líonta Dé go gcastar sinn le chéile. We express our deepest sympathy to Tommie’s wife Mary; son Patrick; daughter Sharon; brothers John and David; sister Margaret; sisters-in-law, son-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Month’s Mind Mass will be offered at 12 noon on Sunday, 14th May, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

ANNE MARIE DOWER Curradarra, Aglish It is with profound sorrow and regret that we write on the passing of Anne Marie Dower on Saturday, 22nd April, at Cork University Hospital. Predeceased by her mother Margaret in 2005, we express our heartfelt sympathy to Anne Marie’s father Jack; brothers Eddie, Walter and John; sister Elizabeth; sisters-in-law Sharon and Caroline; nieces and nephews Joe and Leigh, Lydia, Brian, Conor, Sarah; aunts and uncles; other relatives and friends. Reposing at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Wednesday, 26th April, from 5.30 p.m. with Rosary at 7.30 p.m. Removal on Thursday, 27th April, at 12.45 p.m. to St. Cronan’s Church, Clashmore, for Requiem Mass at 2.00 p.m. Interment afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. May Anne Marie rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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HELEN RYAN (nee Ryan) Mount Fair, Tallow It is with profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Helen Ryan (nee Ryan), Mount Fair, Tallow, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Frank, which sad event occurred peacefully at her home on 1st April, 2017. The local community of Tallow were saddened to hear of the death of Helen Ryan, Mount Fair, after a long illness. Large numbers of friends and family and old work colleagues visited the family home after Helen’s passing on April 1st. Helen was born to the late Paddy and Catherine Ryan of New Street, the second of four children, she attended the Tallow National School and went to England in the late ’50s to train as a Nurse in the Royal Northern Hospital in London. After she returned from London, she worked in St. Finbarr’s Hospital, Cork, for a number of years before marrying Frank Ryan in 1962 and moved to Mount Fair. In 1973, Helen returned to work, in St. Raphael’s Hospital in Youghal and remained there for 24 years. After she retired from St. Raphael's she joined the team of Dr. Joe O’Keeffe's Surgery in Tallow where for over 20 years she worked both behind the scenes and in the reception of the surgery. Helen was married to the late Frank for 49 years before his death in 2010, they had four children, Frank, Olive, Annemarie and Kate and has eight grandchildren. Helen was well known for her kindness and generosity by all that knew her, she had a great love for her garden, doing crosswords and loved attending family occasions, she was well known for her stylish dress sense, which was portrayed during the eulogy at her Mass by her son Frank. The family would like to thank most sincerely all those who called, sent messages and rang during their sad bereavement.They would also like to thank, in particular, Dr. Joe and Oonagh O’Keeffe and the team of Tallow Health Centre and to the fantastic support of the West Waterford Palliative Care Team.To all the friends and neighbours who helped care for Helen in her home and particularly to Sinead Ryan (niece) who helped keep Helen comfortable in her final days. A special mention also to Aidan and Marie Walsh, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin, whose true professionalism shone through during our sad loss.The respect and dignity shown to Helen was amazing. And finally, to Fr. Sean Cotter who presided over Helen's funeral prayers and Mass, his kindness will not be forgotten. Helen is survived by her son and three daughters; her sons-in-law Garry, Morgan and Sean; daughter-in-law Bernie; her sister Alice ( Tobin); brothers Roger and James; brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and large circle of neighbours and friends. May she rest in peace. Lying in repose at her home in Mount Fair, Tallow, on Sunday evening, funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. S. Cotter, P.E., in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Removal took place from her home on Monday morning to the Immaculate Conception Church,Tallow. On arrival her remains were received and blessed by Fr. S. Cotter, P.E. Following reception prayers Funeral Mass took place. During the Funeral Mass readings were recited by son-in-law Morgan Cahill and daughter-in-law Bernie Ryan and the Psalm was sung by cousin Mary Keegan. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by daughter Anne Marie Cahill. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by grandchildren Chloe McMahon and Cormac Ryan. Communion reflection was delivered by daughter Kate McMahon. A lovely selection of music and hymns were provided by nephew Frank Ryan, niece Sinead Ryan and cousins Mary Keegan and Brian Keegan (organist). Son Frank delivered a beautiful tribute to his mother and showed the appreciation the family have for the help they received during this difficult time. At her request her body has been donated to medical science. We extend of deepest sympathy to her loving son Frank; daughters Olive O’Sullivan, Anne Marie Cahill, Kate McMahon; sister Alice Tobin; brothers Roger and James Ryan; daughter-in-law Bernie; sonsin-law Garry, Morgan and Séan; grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. Month’s Mind Mass for Helen will be celebrated on Sunday, 30th April, in St. Catherine’s Church, Conna, at 11.30 a.m. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh and Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin and Tallow).

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OBITUARY MARGARET (Peggy) DELANEY (nee O’Neill) Nightingale Road, Harlesden, London, and formerly of Boreenatra, Dungarvan We record with deep sadness and regret the passing of Peggy Delaney which occurred, peacefully, after a short illness, in the loving care of the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, on Monday, 20th March. Born in 1938 in Kilrossanty, Peggy was the eldest of a family of seven born to parents Timothy and Kitty O’Neill. She spent the first, happy ten years of her life beneath the beautiful Comeragh Mountains before the family moved to Dungarvan in 1948. She attended the nearby Mercy Convent and excelled academically in Secondary School. Having completed her education and like so many of her generation she emigrated to London to secure employment. She also spent some time working on the Isle of Wight. Peggy loved the diversity and multiculturalism of London and enjoyed the friendship of those from every walk of life and culture. Many people from the huge Irish community there in the 1960s often gathered at the dance hall on Quex Road, Kilburn, and it was there that Peggy met the love of her life Joe Delaney. He hailed from Roscrea in County Tipperary and together they lovingly raised their family. A quiet lady who was an avid reader, Peggy was a fount of knowledge across a range of topics. She excelled at various quizzes. Kind and sincere, she was always ready and willing to help others in need. Blessed with a deep, religious faith, Peggy attended Our Lady of Willesden Church in Harlesden where her family made their First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Indeed she had the privilege and honour of representing Our Lady of Willesden Church and the London Borough of Brent as part of the congregation when Pope Benedict XVI celebrated Mass at Westminster Cathedral in 2010. Over the years she also returned to Dungarvan on regular occasions and also visited Kilrossanty and the old homestead and Mahon Falls. While in London Peggy was always extremely proud of her Waterford and Irish roots and kept up great contact with many friends and relatives from childhood. She suffered the heavy cross of bereavement on 22nd August, 2009, with the passing of her beloved husband Joe, aged 71 years. Family was the cornerstone of Peggy’s existence and in recent years she treasured her grandchildren and great-grandchild. Until recently she had enjoyed many years of good health but sadly and to the shock of her family Peggy passed away on 20th March after just a few weeks of ill-health.We express our heartfelt sympathy to her sons Paddy, Jerry and Tim; daughter Catherine; grandchildren Louise, Kate, Chloe and Elsie; great-grandson Teddy; son-in-law Richard Munday; daughtersin-law Alison, Claire and Una; sister Anne; brothers-in-law Liam Organ and Sam Elstead; sister-in-law Statia Murphy. Peggy is predeceased by her husband Joe, parents Tim and Kitty O’Neill, brothers Tom and John, sisters Sheila, Kathleen and Maureen. The family express their sincerest thanks to friends Melissa, Michelle, Joanne, Claire, Dione, Bernie, Sarah and Jason, cousins Catherine,Theresa and Bridie and Tim Organ, Kay Organ and Annie Power for their wonderful support. May Peggy be reunited with loved ones in their Heavenly Home. Requiem Mass for Peggy was celebrated on Monday, 3rd April, in Our Lady of Willesden Church, Harlesden, London. Peggy lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, Dungarvan, on Tuesday, 4th April, where many people came to pay their respects and console the bereaved, some having travelled long distances to be present. Rosary and prayers were led by David Kiely and music dear to Peggy was played in the presence of her loving family, relatives and friends. Removal took place on Wednesday morning, 5th April, to St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan.The cortege paused in prayerful tribute at Keating Street. Peggy’s coffin was draped in the colours of Kilrossanty and Waterford (representing her native place) and Tipperary (representing her husband Joe). On arrival Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Peggy’s well-lived life was celebrated by Canon W. Ryan, P.P. Items with symbolic meaning in Peggy’s life were presented at the beginning of Mass by her daughter Catherine; a Waterford flag and Kilrossanty jersey remembering her love of her home in Ireland. The Liturgy of the Word was shared with the congregation by Kay Organ (niece) and Melissa Kane (friend). Psalm 23; The Lord’s My Shepherd was beautifully sung by Dina Walshe. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by Chloe Delaney, Elsie Munday and Kate Munday (grandchildren), Una O’Donoghue (daughter-in-law) and Claire Somerville (friend). The Offertory Gifts of Bread and Wine were presented by Kate and Elsie Munday (grandchildren). Throughout the Mass uplifting hymns were sung and played by Dina Walshe, enhancing the Liturgy. Following Communion, heartfelt and thoughtful Words of Tribute were delivered by Peggy’s son Paddy.

55 Afterwards Peggy was laid to rest in St. Mary’s Old Churchyard. En route to the cemetery the large concourse of mourners stood in prayerful remembrance at Boreenatra. Canon Ryan, P.P., led the Rite of Committal in the presence of a large concourse of mourners and many beautiful floral tributes were placed on Peggy’s resting place. In tribute “Dungarvan My Hometown” was played at her graveside. Suaimhneas síoraí dá h-anam uasal. Goodness and mercy all my life shall surely follow me; and in God's house forevermore my dwelling place shall be. (Psalm 23) Month’s Mind Mass for Peggy will be offered at 12 noon on Sunday, 4th June, in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

DR. THOMAS NOEL BARRY Walsall, West Midlands, and formerly of Ballyharahan, Ring, Dungarvan We record with sadness and regret the passing of Dr. Thomas Noel Barry on Friday, 31st March.Thomas is pre-deceased by his wife Alice, brothers Willie, Timmy, Dick and Paddy, and his sister Maureen Fives. He is survived by his sisters Kitty Denn, Roisin Dunphy and Una Drennan. He will be sadly missed by his sons Patrick,Thomas (Jr.) and Declan. We express our sincere sympathy to Thomas’ family, relatives and friends. Requiem Mass in thanksgiving for Thomas’ life will be celebrated on Friday, 28th April, at 11.00 a.m. in St. Laurence's Church, Ballinroad, and afterwards interment will take place in the adjoining cemetery. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

TOM DOOCEY Deerpark, Lismore With profound sorrow and deep regret we record the passing of Tom Doocey, Deerpark, Lismore, Co. Waterford, loving husband of the late Eileen (Elsie) (nee O’Brien), brother of the late Séan and Willie, which sad event occurred peacefully on 15th April, 2017, surrounded by his loving family at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Lying in repose at his home in Deerpark, Lismore, on Monday evening Rosary was recited by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E., in the presence of his loving family, relatives and friends. On Tuesday evening funeral prayers were recited by Rev. Fr. Colin Doocey, P.P. (nephew), in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. On Wednesday morning removal took place from his home to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. On arrival Tom was received and blessed by Rev. Fr. Colin Doocey, P.P., and assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinane, P.P. The Funeral Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Colin Doocey, P.P., and assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinane, P.P., and Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. Readings during the Mass were recited by grandchildren Sinead Morrissey and Diarmuid McCarthy. The Prayers of the Faithful were read by Carer Moira Ryan, niece Anne Doocey, neighbour Peter Scanlan, niece Claire Doocey, Nurse Roisín Dennis and nephew Seán Doocey. Throughout the Mass soloists Philip and Becky McCloskey and organist Donal Kennefick provided a beautiful selection of music and hymns. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by niece Maeve Moorcroft and sister Ann O’Neill. Communion reflection was sung by nephew Liam Doocey. Daughter Ciara delivered a eulogy, a lovely tribute to her father and thanking the community for their support and kindness throughout this difficult time. Following the eulogy daughter Angela recited a poem “A Blessing For a Farmer”. Following Funeral Mass a guard of honour was formed from St. Carthage’s Church by members of Tourin GAA Club, Lismore Golf Club, Lismore & Cappoquin Credit Union and the Ploughing Association, as Tom’s coffin was shouldered to St. Carthage’s Cemetery, a lovely tribute to the high esteem in which Tom was held within the community. Burial took place in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. Rev. Fr. Colin Doocey, P.P., officiated the graveside prayers and was assisted by Rev. Fr. M. Cullinane, P.P., where Tom was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. May we extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Ciara McCarthy and Angela Morrissey; brothers Dick, Noel and Tony Doocey; sister Ann O’Neill; sons-in-law Jim McCarthy and Jim Morrissey; grandchildren Diarmuid and Conor McCarthy, Andrew and Sinead Morrissey; brother-in-law, sister-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

FARMING Border and Trade issues discussed at IFA meeting with Minister for Foreign Affairs on Brexit IFA President Joe Healy met with Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan to discuss the threats posed by Brexit to Irish agriculture. Joe Healy said, “Ireland is the most exposed EU Member State in Brexit negotiations, and with 40% of our agri-food exports going to the UK each year, agriculture is the most exposed Irish sector. The Government’s position on Brexit must reflect the unique difficulties Irish agriculture faces and use all political capital to ensure a strong negotiating stance by European political leaders to achieve the best outcome for farming.” The land border between Ireland and Northern Ireland creates an additional serious challenge for Irish agriculture, Joe Healy said, “The level of trade and co-operation between Northern Ireland and the Republic is very significant, with geographical proximity creating a highly integrated and established trade flow of both finished products and products requiring

further processing. “Any hard border situation that would damage the free flow of agricultural products, or increase the costs involved, would be devastating for farmers on both sides of the border and must be avoided.” The IFA President discussed IFA's Brexit policy priorities, as spelled out in the recently launched policy document Brexit: The Imperatives for Irish Farmers and the Agri-food sector, with the Minister. IFA is clear that, if the UK exists the Customs Union, there must be a Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement between the EU and UK, which would include the following specific elements for agriculture and food: • Tariff-free trade for agricultural products and food; • Maintenance of equivalent standards on food safety, animal health, welfare and the environment; and • Application of the Common External Tariff for imports to both the EU and UK.

IFA President Joe Healy meeting with Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade Charlie Flanagan to discuss Brexit issues including the border and trade.

Politicians must put farming top of Brexit agenda BREXIT is the greatest threat to Irish farming in our lifetimes and there is a huge responsibility on Irish, EU and UK politicians to get the negotiations right, IFA President Joe Healy. The IFA President was speaking at a major IFA event attended by more than 800 farmers and addressed by EU Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan, Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed as well as farming and agri-food industry representatives. Joe Healy said, “The livelihoods of thousands of farm families and the future of the agriculture and food industry are at stake in Brexit negotiations. Commissioner Hogan, Minister Creed and the Irish Government must ensure that farming and agri-food issues are top of the EU’s Brexit agenda. This is about Europe showing its commitment to Irish farming, and Ireland’s farmers expect politicians to deliver.” The IFA has identified three key priorities to safeguard Irish agriculture in Brexit nego-

tiations: • the closest possible trading relationship between the EU and the UK; • the value of the UK market must be maintained; • and a fully-funded CAP must be secured. Joe Healy reiterated the importance of agriculture to the Irish economy saying, “Farming and food generates economic activity in every parish, village and town across Ireland, supporting 300,000 jobs directly and indirectly. “The implications of Brexit for Ireland are clear - and they are stark. Ireland is the most exposed EU Member State, and with 40%, or €4bn of our agri-food exports going to the UK each year, agriculture is the most exposed sector. Joe Healy warned, “The value of our exports cannot be undermined by an increase in low cost food imports into the UK market or by imports that do not meet the high food

safety, animal welfare, health and environmental standards that are required of EU producers. “Any Free Trade Agreement must include the maintenance of European standards and the UK’s acceptance of the European Common External Tariff to protect the UK market against low cost imports from outside the EU,” Joe Healy insisted. On Thursday this week, Joe Healy will travel to Brussels to build support among farm leaders from across Europe for IFA's campaign. As part of the campaign, Joe Healy has already met with Taoiseach Enda Kenny, Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Charlie Flanagan, and the EU’s Chief Negotiator, Michel Barnier to brief them on the priorities for agriculture set out in IFA’s policy document: Brexit – The Imperatives for Irish Farmers and the Agri-Food Sector.

IFA calls on Minister Creed to clarify when the remaining 3,800 farmers in GLAS will be paid IFA Rural Development Chairman, Joe Brady, has called on the Minister of Agriculture, Michael Creed, to clarify to the 3,800 farmers who are still due their GLAS payment when they will be paid. Joe Brady reminded the Minister of the commitment made by his Department at the recent Charter of Rights meeting that all outstanding payments would be made at the end of April. Since the start of the year, 5,000 farmers

have received the 85% GLAS payment, on top of the 28,000 farmers who were paid before the end of 2016. “This means, that on average, a little over 300 farmers have been paid per week and at this rate of payment it will be another three months before all cases are sorted out. This is just not acceptable and Minister Creed needs to step up to the mark to sort out this debacle and to tell farmers when they will be paid”, Joe Brady insisted.

IFA estimates that €40m is still owed to GLAS farmers for 2016. This includes the 3,800 farmers who are still due their payment, 33,000 farmers who got partial payment who are still owed the final 15% payment and the GLAS + to 3,000 farmers Joe Brady said, “Farmer frustration is at boiling point, and Minister Creed must show his commitment to farmers in GLAS by making all outstanding payments without any further delay.”

Round-up … Lamb factories must avoid damaging price cuts IFA National Sheep Chairman John Lynskey has said the unique position Ireland holds on the EU export market over the next two months presents the lamb processing sector with a real opportunity to positively drive the lamb market and return viable prices and incomes back to sheep farmers. He said that as hogget numbers dry up over the next few weeks, our processors will be in the driving seat on new season lamb on the export market, as the UK production is much later than Ireland. He said factories must use this opportunity in a positive way and stay away from their usual exaggerated and damaging price cuts at this critical time of year. John Lynskey said the change in the sterling exchange rate from 86 to 84p/€ is significant and at the last reported price for hoggets in the UK of £4.17/kg, this equates to a price of €5.23/kg including vat. He said “It is clear at this price level there is little basis in the argument that UK lamb is undercutting Irish lamb in France.” He said hoggets were making from €5.10 to €5.20/kg up to 23kgs. On Spring lamb he said prices of €6.20/kg were on offer. Ewes are making €3.00/kg. John Lynskey said the reality from the poor price return for early Easter lamb this year is that farmers can only consider this enterprise option in future years, if they have a fixed price contract with a processor, which returns a viable price. He said the poor farmer price contrasts dramatically with some of the high retail prices on display for spring lamb over the Easter. He said retail prices of €35/kg for lamb rack and €24/kg for lamb leg were totally inflated. He said some new season lamb legs were offered at €70 each at retail level, when farmers were being offered only €110 to €120 for the entire lamb.

Cattle prices continue to drive forward IFA National Livestock Chairman Angus Woods said the cattle trade is continuing to drive forward with the base price for steers at €4.00/kg and heifers at €4.10/kg. He said €4.05/4.10 as a base for steers and €4.15/4.20 as a base for steers and heifers have also being paid in places and there is strong demand for cattle from the factories. Angus Woods said young bulls are making €4.00 plus flat for R and U grades. He said cows have also moved up with O grades on €3.35 and R grades on €3.50/kg. He said feeders selling numbers of cows are securing higher prices and flat price deals. The IFA National Livestock Chairman said the live export trade is continuing to drive on with new business to Algeria. He said the latest figures show that exports are up 42% or 22,000 head on last year. Angus Woods said exports for the week ending April 2nd totalled 9,594 head. Calves continue to seasonally dominate exports, accounting for over 80% of the trade with 7,941 head of calves exported while 730 weanlings, 481 stores and 442 adult cattle were exported. The Netherlands and Spain took the largest numbers. 3,725 head of cattle were exported to the Netherlands (all calves), 3,113 to Spain, 773 to Turkey, 559 to Belgium, 539 to Italy, 482 to Northern Ireland, 302 to France, 62 to Greece and 39 to Great Britain.

IFA welcomes recovery in powder prices in last week’s GDT auction COMMENTING on last week’s 3.1% uplift in the GDT auction index, IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary welcomed the recovery in powder prices. SMP prices lifted by a very significant 7.1% on average, while WMP - the auction’s most traded product - saw a 3.5% average price increase. The GDT price for butter and SMP would return a gross 37.3c/l before processing costs of 5c/l, equivalent to a milk price of 32.3c/l + VAT, or 34c/l including VAT in Irish terms. Mr O’Leary added that the most recent available EU average market prices quoted by the Milk Market Observatory for 9th April show a stabilisation in EU SMP prices at around €100/t above intervention, a slight easing of WMP and Cheddar prices, while butter and whey powder prices have lifted consistently for the last couple of weeks. “Assuming an Irish product mix, these prices would return a gross 36c/l, or a milk price equivalent of 31c/l + VAT (32.7c/l incl VAT) after 5c/l processing costs are deducted,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

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Pictured from L-R at the publication of the findings of Macra na Feirme’s Land Mobility Pilot Programme are Macra na Feirme National President Seán Finan, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Michael Creed, Minster of State for Food, Forestry and Horticulture Andrew Doyle and Macra na Feirme Chief Executive Denis Duggan.

Macra na Feirme’s Land Mobility Pilot Programme surpasses all expectations PROGRAMME AIMS TO IMPROVE GENERATIONAL RENEWAL IN IRISH FARMING MACRA na Feirme’s Land Mobility Programme which seeks to facilitate new collaborative arrangements between farmers such as farm partnerships, shared farming and longterm leasing has surpassed all expectations during its three year pilot programme. Since its launch in 2014, the service has facilitated 282 arrangements resulting in approximately 25,000 acres being farmed by younger trained farmers in collaborative arrangements. Announcing the findings of the pilot programme report, Macra na Feirme National President Sean Finan said, ‘The service has expanded year on year and 2016 saw the service really establish itself facilitating 144 arrangements out of a total of 282 in the past three years. This

initiative would not be possible without the financial support of the FBD Trust, the three pilot area co-ops Aurivo, Dairygold and Glanbia and the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.’ Land Mobility continues to be a serious issue in Ireland, according to a 2012 Macra na Feirme Land Mobilty and Succesion report a quarter of Irish farmers are over the age of 65 and almost half of all full time farmers have no identified successor. The Macra na Feirme Land Mobility programme aims to reduce that figure and combat the massive generational renewal issue Ireland is facing. Michael McBennett of FBD Trust and Chair of the Land Mobility Advisory Group said, ‘Given the

challenges that the country and agriculture in particular is facing, such as Brexit, climate change etc and that we export the vast amount of our agricultural production, it is essential we become as competitive as possible by getting as much of our farm assets under the management and care of younger, trained and ambitious farmers. The continuation and expansion of the Land Mobility Service is crucial in this regard.’ Sean Finan added, ‘The Land Mobility Service is developing arrangements and opportunities which enable young farmers to access land more easily and take the next steps in their farming careers through economically sustainable collaborative arrangements. The Land Mobility Service ensures older farmers

retain ownership of their land while they also see it farmed to its full potential by getting involved with an enthusiastic, energetic, educated young farmer in a collaborative arrangement.’ Launching the report, Michael Creed TD, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine said: “This initiative has demonstrated real success in encouraging and facilitating collaborative arrangements between farmers. I am pleased that my Department has contributed the enabling policy environment to make these collaborations possible, as well as providing financial support for the Land Mobility Service and input to its Steering Committee.” Full report available at: www.macra.ie/downloads

Real competition for factories growing as boat prepares to leave for Turkey ICSA beef chairman Edmond Phelan has said the prospects for live exports to once again offer real competition to processors are improving. Tomorrow, under the direction of Purcell Brothers, a boat will be loaded at Belview Port in Waterford with approximately 3,000 bulls destined for Turkey. ICSA understands that all of these bulls are under 12 months of

age and weigh between 220kgs and 330kgs. Mr. Phelan said “Prices paid for the bulls varied from between €2.10-€2.20 for Angus and Hereford and between €2.70 and €2.80 for continentals. Another two boats will leave in May, this time taking cattle up to 16 to 17 months so with the age profile rising we will hopefully see some real competition for the factories.

Purcells were the mainstay for competition in the eighties and nineties so it’s good to see them back.” Mr. Phelan said “ICSA is pushing to develop new markets for live exports particularly for the 500kgs to 600kgs category to include Friesian cattle.This is the best strategy we have to give producers more options and to ease the stranglehold of the processors.”

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DRY COWS 1 Fr. 505 kgs. made €800. 1 Fr. 730 kgs. made €1,155. 1 Fr. 605 kgs. made €940. 1 Fr. 520 kgs. made €820. 1 Fr. 695 kgs. made €1,105. 1 Fr. 565 kgs. made €865. 1 Fr. 655 kgs. made €1,075. 1 Fr. 595 kgs. made €980. BULLOCKS 6 A.A. 265 kgs. made €710 each. 2 Her. 300 kgs. made €700 each. 4 Lim. 471 kgs. made €1,120 each. 5 Char. 549 kgs. made €1,280 each. 3 A.A. 301 kgs. made €750 each. 8 Her. 417 kgs. made €990 each. 6 Lim. 332 kgs. made €830 each. 8 A.A. 513 kgs. made €1,210 each. 2 A.A. 375 kgs. made €970

HEIFERS 2 A.A. 330 kgs. made €720 each. 5 A.A.480 kgs. made €1,130 each. 4 Char. 482 kgs. made €1,120 each. 5 Char. 420 kgs. made €1,050 each. 6 Lim. 364 kgs. made €900 each. 4 A.A. 296 kgs. made €670 each. CALVES Fr. Bulls made from €70 to €130, with up to €200 for very strong Fr. Bull calves. A.A. Bulls made from €140 to €220. Her Bulls made from €180 to €300. Cont. Bulls made from €250 to €350. Heifer calves made from €140 and up to €250 for quality Hereford heifer calves. Special entry for Monday next, 1st May, 2017: 6 Pedigree Registered Bulls – 4 Aberdeen Angus and 2 Herefords for Mr. Norman Richardson

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Teagasc DAIRYING Graze grass at the ‘three leaf stage’ The grass plant is right for grazing when it is at the ‘three leaf stage’. The performance of the cow will be optimised. Once grass starts growing a ‘fourth leaf ’, the rotation is getting too long and this field/paddock should be removed as surplus silage. Try to keep to a 20-day rotation (graze one third of the available area per week) and graze covers of 1,300 - 1,600kg DM/ha. Grazing lower covers, on short rotations, will lead to ‘cows working harder’ – more time grazing and more grazing bites/day – often without managing to maintain intake. The short grazing rotation also has a negative effect on grass production as the sward never gets to the ‘three leaf stage’. On the other hand, grazing higher pre-grazing covers leads to reduced dry matter intake, sward quality, grass utilisation, milk production and ultimately reduced milk revenues and farm profit. In summary, our recommendation is to target pre-grazing covers of 1,3001,600kg DM/ha during the period from April to late August and to graze paddocks out to 4-4.5cm. Nutrition at time of breeding affects embryo survival rate Early embryo loss is a major cause of reproductive failure in cattle. The impact of short-term changes in energy intake pre- and postinsemination on embryo survival in beef heifers has been investigated at Teagasc Athenry (see Table 1). The low nutrition treatment was a grass allowance the equivalent of 0.8 times maintenance while the high nutrition treatment was a grass allowance the equivalent of twice maintenance. Animals were placed on either nutrition treatment for a period of two weeks before and two weeks after artificial insemination (AI). Maintaining or increasing the plane of nutrition resulted in high embryo survival rates in replacement heifers. A short-term (twoweek) reduction in energy intake after AI severely reduced embryo

survival rate in heifers. Clearly maintaining dry matter intake during the early pregnancy period by avoiding sudden grass shortages is critical in achieving a high pregnancy rate in such animals. If you run short of grass after heifers are bred, consider supplementing them to support higher embryo survival rates.

Veterinary and animal health costs Farmers need to focus on controlling veterinary/animal health costs for the dairy herd. Average veterinary/animal health costs were 1.12 cents per litre in 2016 (€60 per cow, 5% of total costs). Controlling veterinary costs is not about simply cutting costs; it should be about ensuring that you are getting a good return on your investment in animal health. Small changes may yield big returns. • Firstly, you must spend money on protecting and maintaining the health of your herd. A really useful first step would be to consult with your veterinary surgeon so as to develop an animal health plan for your farm. Can you work with your veterinary surgeon to improve your herd performance? Prevention will always be better than cure. What are you doing to reduce the risk of a disease outbreak or an animal health issue that requires costly treatment? • Apart from the annual cost associated with veterinary/animal health, disease/poor health can reduce animal/farm performance, thereby reducing your output and receipts. For example, reducing SCC from 200,000- 300,000 cells/ml to <100,000 cells/ml could increase milk solids delivered by almost 1,000kg per year from a 40hectare farm.

• The three elements of good animal health are: 1. Monitoring herd health status – including bulk milk sampling and other tests. 2. Biosecurity – keeping infectious diseases out and reducing infectious disease threats within the farm. 3.Vaccination – it is important that vaccines are administered correctly; cows should get all, but only necessary, vaccinations. • Savings can be made by challenging the cost of products, the number of treatments and the cost of various services. Knowing what the disease challenges on your farm are and the health status of your animals, helps in this regard. As with other costs, all costs must be justified for your farm. • By having an idea of your main veterinary supplies needed for 2017 (list of all vaccines, doses, etc.), you may be able to get a better deal from your supplier • In the longer term, can you breed a more robust type of cow that has lower veterinary ‘running costs’? • In summary, you can either reduce costs or get better value for the same costs. Both are a 'win’ for you. This can be achieved by seeking the best advice, planning, taking action and monitoring. TEAGASC FORESTRY WALK Teagasc in association with the Forest Service will hold a forestry walk focusing on the early management of young forests in Castlecomer on Thursday, April 27th at 7.00 p.m. (Assemble in St. Mary’s Church of Ireland car park). This forestry walk is aimed at landowners who have established a new forest in the last ten years. Landowners who are considering planting some land will also find these events very useful. The aim of these walks is to provide guidance to forest owners, who need to take an active role in the management of their forests to maximise future timber revenue. All are welcome.

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 24/4/’17 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 Pictured at the launch of the Teagasc/Irish Farmers Journal Crops & Cultivation event in Oak Park in Carlow. Back row left to right: John Spink (Head of Crops Research, Teagasc), Dr. Frank O’Mara (Director of Research, Teagasc), Justin McCarthy (Editor & CEO, Irish Farmers Journal) and David Kincaid (Advertising Executive, Irish Farmers Journal). Front row left to right: John Hogan (Farm Manager, Teagasc Oak Park), Dermot Forristal (Researcher, Teagasc) and James Maloney (Machinery Editor, Irish Farmers Journal). The Crops & Cultivation event will take place on Wednesday, 28th June in Teagasc Oak Park in Carlow.

Crops and Cultivation Open Day A CROPS and cultivation Open Day will be held at Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow on Wednesday, 28th June from 11.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. All tillage farmers and those involved in the sector are welcome to attend. On the day, Teagasc researchers and tillage specialists and advisors will display the latest research findings for a wide range of tillage crops including; Winter and Spring barley, oats and beans, and winter wheat and oilseed rape. Head of the Crops Research in Teagasc, Dr. John Spink said; ”The full range of agronomic practices will be on display including;

crop nutrition, cultivations and soil management, crop protection and integrated pest management (IPM) of disease, insects and grass weeds. This open day will be an ideal opportunity for growers to get the latest information on crop agronomy, while staying informed of the latest machinery developments for establishing crops successfully.” The work being conducted by the Virtual Irish Centre for Crop Improvement (VICCI), which is funded by the Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine and consists of a consortium of Teagasc, UCD, NUIG,

NUIM and TCD, will also be on display. The centre is identifying sources of characteristics of varieties that will be of particular value to Irish tillage farmers such as septoria resistance, more efficient use of nutrients and waterlogging resistance.The cultivation demonstration is being organised in association with the Irish Farmers Journal. Different crop establishment methods will be highlighted and the different types of machinery available will be demonstrated live on the day. Machinery suppliers will exhibit relevant machinery. The Open Day is free to attend.

Grange, Waterford 29.8 3.61 3.46 2.10 3 674 149 1,300 77 64

South Kilkenny 23 4.42 3.42 1.8 2 838 215 1,400 63 76

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Starting Breeding on Thursday 27th both cows and heifers. • Scanning non cycling on Wednesday 26th. • AI cows and heifers once a day. South Kilkenny • Started breeding today April 26th, both cows and heifers. • Last week identified 6% of cows not cycling.

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Agri Aware launches agriculture and food educational resource for primary school students AGRI Aware, the independent agri-food educational body, has launched a new version of its primary school resource, Dig in! with the backing of the Department of Agriculture. First developed by Agri Aware in 2006, Dig in! is a key resource for teaching children about all aspects of agriculture and food including farming, healthy eating, farm and countryside safety, the Common Agricultural Policy and food security. The resource, which is directly linked to the science, geography, and social, personal and health education curricula will be sent to over 3,300 primary schools in the coming weeks. There are 20 lesson plans and four modules which correspond to different age levels and learning abilities of primary school students. Agri Aware understands the importance of teaching children at an early age about agriculture and the role it plays in their lives - giving them the tools to become educated consumers in adult life. Through Dig in! Agri

Aware aims to educate children on the connection between the food they eat and farming with the backing of the European Commission and Agri Aware’s industry patrons. Speaking at the launch in Fota Wildlife Park, Minister for Agriculture, Michael Creed, said: “Teaching children about agriculture and food origin is important. Agri Aware’s Dig in! resource will aid primary school teachers in educating their students on all aspects of agriculture. Children can learn about where their food comes from, how to stay safe in the countryside, which animals are popular on Irish farms, and what role we all play in keeping our countryside clean. The Department of Agriculture is endorsing Dig in! and asking all primary schools to utilise this fantastic free resource.” Agri Aware’s Chairman, Richard Moeran added: “Dig in! is for all children. Whether they are from an urban or rural background, they can learn valuable lessons about food ori-

gin, CAP, farm safety, and more. Thanks to the support of the Department of Agriculture, European Commission, IFA and over 70 agri-food industry patrons we have updated our Dig in! resource. Teachers will receive this free resource in the post over the coming weeks and we encourage them to use it as part of their lesson plan.” Deirdre O’Shea, Executive Director, Agri Aware, concluded: “Teachers have the opportunity to educate children on the vital role that agriculture plays in our daily lives. Learning about agriculture from an early age helps to encourage healthy eating habits and nurtures children into becoming informed consumers in adult life. The newest edition of Dig in! features lessons on all aspects of agriculture such as sustainability, food security, agriculture in Africa and the Common Agricultural Policy.” For more information log on to www.agriaware.ie/CAP

Hen Harrier Scheme must benefit farmers IFA National Hill Committee Chairman Pat Dunne has urged Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed to ensure that a significant amount of the allocation to the Hen Harrier Locally-Led Scheme benefits farmers. Welcoming the announcement by Minister Creed that a project team has been appointed, Pat Dunne said it is now important that the team gets to work immediately with farmers so that

schemes can be devised that will help to address the restrictions that designations have on their land and the impact these designations have on farm income. The Locally-Led Scheme is the last element of the 20142020 RDP to be implemented and farmers in hen harrier and other areas expect a scheme that is going to be meaningful and worthwhile. The National Hill Farmers’

Leader said that of the €35m allocated to this element of the locally-led schemes, it is important that the vast majority is spent in hen harrier areas as the tendering process for the pearl mussel has failed to get a project team so far. Farmers in hen harrier areas want to see the benefits of this measure working immediately with payments being made without delay once plans have been drawn up.

Macra welcomes provision for new entrants in BDGP II MACRA na Feirme welcomes the re-opening of the Beef Data and Genomics Programme (BDGP) and the provision for new entrant young suckler farmers who have commenced farming since the 2014 reference year. Speaking this week, Macra na Feirme National President Sean Finan said, "We are delighted that Agriculture Minister Michael Creed has considered the needs of new entrant young suckler farmers in BDGP II and that they will be allowed to participate in the scheme. The mandatory CAP young farmer measures have

resulted in a substantial number of young farmers beginning their farming careers in the last two years with a significant proportion of them entering suckler beef production." Sean Finan concluded, "Young Farmers are willing to embrace technology and innovation to improve their livelihoods while addressing the climate change challenges we face. The BDGP programme advocates for best practices in animal breeding and we encourage young suckler farmers to apply for the scheme before the 8th of May deadline."

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Ross Browne returns to Ardmore ST. Mary’s National School, Grange, Parents Association are delighted to announce the return of Ross Browne, comedian to Ardmore this June. Ross previously played in Ardmore as the support act to Deirdre O’Kane, this year he returns with his own show on Friday 2nd June. Ross is the Star of RTE's hit shows The Fear and Scorchio, and is the creator of The Ross Browne Spot on Cork's 96FM. He recently performed in the Everyman Theatre in Cork to rave reviews and we are expecting an even better show in Ardmore. Tickets are only €15 each and will be on sale in Dungarvan Shopping Centre on Saturday 6th May, where members of the Parents Association will also be selling raffle tickets for our monster draw. The prizes in our monster draw are 1st Prize – One night stay with 3 course dinner in the House restaurant and breakfast for 2 people in the Cliff House Hotel, Ardmore 2nd Prize – Sunday Lunch for 2 in the Whitehorses Restaurant, Ardmore 3rd Prize – Sunday Lunch for

2 in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore 4th Prize – One night Bed and Breakfast for 2 people in the Pillo Hotel, Ashbourne 5th Prize – Silver and Pearl Bracelet from Ciaran O’Flynn Jewellers, Dungarvan

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The draw will take place at the Ross Browne performance on Friday 2nd June and are priced at €5 each or a book of 3 for €10. Tickets for Ross Browne are available from Grange and Ardmore Post Offices and from 087-6592573 and 087-6950077.

Handsome Devil By Bill Tubbritt WHEN you spend your life trying to be someone you are not, who is going to be you? This is the question that Ned finds hard to answer in this entertaining Irish movie from the director of The Stag John Butler. The Movie is also written by Butler who really did an excellent job putting everything together on a small budget.The acting may not be academe award winning standard at times but that really didn’t seem to matter to much as the two main characters, Ned played by Fionn O’Shea and Conor played by Nicholas Galitzine were outstanding. Handsome devil was shot on location at Castleknock College just outside Dublin city centre. The movie takes on a number of issues and real problems that may be faced at boarding schools as we see two unlightly friends, one a loner and the other the star athlete and hero on the school

rugby team forced to share a room together in a rugby obsessed boarding school. The boys form a very close friendship as they share a lot of common interests but also face their own particular demons which rise to the surface in a very heartwarming finale. It sure has been a great few years for Irish cinema releases with a lot of movies doing very well both nationally and internationally. First we had Sing Street and My Name is Emily followed by The Young Offenders and A Date for Mad Mary. Handsome devil has picked up the torch now and is sure to follow well in its predecessors footprints. It would have been nice to see more of Ardal O'Hanlon and Amy Huberman as they both have had some very strong recent acting performances and deserved a little bit more than the cameo roles they have in this movie. Apart from that, it’s hard to have any real complains about this movie and is well worth a watch if you are look for a movie to check out. Rating 8/10.

Unforgettable By Bill Tubbritt

Tomas and Tina Fitzgerald presenting the Mary Fitzgerald Perpetual Award to Lucy Cunningham from Melleray for the Best Overall Performance at Scór na bPáistí 2017.

UNFORGETTABLE is a thriller starring Katherine Heigl, Rosario Dawson and Geoff Stults and written by Christina Hodson. The movie was directed by Denise Di Novi who does an impressive job stitching everything together very nicely. Unforgettable is kind of like an updated version of fatal attraction with Katherine Heigl playing Tessa Connover, a newly divorced mother of Lily and psychotic ex-wife of David Connover, who refuses to give up on her family without a fight. This movie is supposed to be a thriller but I think it’s more of a comedy-thriller as there are some scenes that end up being unintentionally funny at times;

this is where that movie falls down as a serious thriller. The plot opens with us being introduced to Julia Banks as she is moving to a new town to begin her new life with her fiancé David Connover. Things seems perfect for the happy couple at first until Tessa Connover, who is David ex-wife, brings over their daughter for her weekly visit and meets Julia. She seems happy at first for them but that doesn’t last long. Things turn nasty after Tessa finds out the happy news about their engagement, which that drives her over the edge. Unforgettable is not a bad movie, in fact it’s quite watchable and it will hold your interest as it’s not that complicated to follow the story. One negative point is that the story does feel

a bit like it has been done before but don’t let that put you off. Katherine Heigl is an easy choice for stand out performance as she certainly seem like it was an inspired casting decision. This movie will not go down the thriller of the year by any stretch but certainly won’t go down as the worst either as it definitely worth a look. Rating 7/10

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Superstarz - a new musical for Cystic Fibrosis and Helvick Lifeboat Station THERE is great excitement about Superstarz the new musical extravaganza opening in Dungarvan’s Town Hall Theatre this Sunday, April 30th and Monday, May 1st at 8.00 p.m. each night. Superstarz is a musical play written by Ógie Ó Céilleachair from An Rinn with Cyril Stack the renowned musician & composer from Cappagh, rowing in on the original compositions.

All proceeds from Sunday’s performance will go to the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station while Monday night will benefit the Southern Branch of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The play was first performed to great acclaim in March by students Ó Céilleachair’s Transition Year drama group in Gaelcholáiste Luiminigh, Limerick City. Two casts of 25 took to the

stage each night with a group of 15 dancers. Afterwards, the students indicated that they would like to take the show on the road in benefit of charity. What better place to take it to than Dungarvan, their drama teacher’s home town! Expressing her appreciation Anne McCarthy from the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station said “We are delighted that Ógie and Cyril have chosen the RNLI as

one of their designated charities, and we look forward to a dynamic and exciting performance of Superstarz. It is a real privilege to see a new work being performed by such talented young artists!” Brid Ui Chadhla, whose daughter Eadaoin was recently diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis, welcomed the opportunity to be part of a fundraising event for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. "The

Ógie Ó Céilleachair in red jersey from An Rinn who wrote Superstarz with Cyril Stack the renowned musician and composer from Cappagh, Co. Waterford, rowing in on the original compositions.

There is great excitement about Superstarz the new musical extravaganza opening in Dungarvan’s Town Hall Theatre this Sunday, April 30th and Monday, May 1st at 8.00 p.m. each night. [Ógie Ó Céilleachair]

organisation has provided enormous support to us over the last 2 years and we are delighted to have a chance to raise much needed funds. The money will be allocated to The Southern Branch of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. We are looking forward to a great night’s entertainment and hope to see a full house on the night!" Superstarz is set in the Brit pop influenced 90’s. A group of disadvantaged teenagers have been given the opportunity to attend a prestigious performing arts institute called ‘Superstarz'.

The regular fee-paying students don’t take too kindly to this and are sidelined by the grumpy Mr. Henson. Along the way there is bitter rivalry, a blossoming romance and some funky dance moves. There can only be one winner! For one band, it’s their time to be discovered, to shine and become Superstarz! Tickets priced €10 are available in Kelly’s Pharmacy, Abbeyside and in The Barber Shop, 2 Grattan Sq., Dungarvan. Info: 085-1461670.

Dance for Life 2017

Karen Brennan and Brian O'Donovan.

[Garrett Fitzgerald]

THE Solas Cancer Support Centre Dance for Life 2017 took place on Friday, 7th April to a full house in the Theatre Royal, Waterford City. 15 couples danced on the night and after ten weeks of tuition, rehearsal and preparations they all did themselves proud on the night. Two participants hailed from west Waterford, with Karen Brennan and Felim Power taking part in this event. Both Karen and Felim received huge local support in fundraising for this event and want to thank everyone who supported them. Karen explains that ‘It has been an amazing experience to take part in this event. I have been so pleased to fundraise for the Solas Cancer Support Centre and to know that funds raised will support the West Waterford service based in Dungarvan’. John Lawless, a member of the Board of the Solas Cancer Support Centre, thanked all the dancers and volunteers involved in the night and acknowledged the contribution that this event makes ‘The free support services provided to those affected by cancer would not be possible without events like this. Our sincere thanks to both Karen and Felim the huge fundraising efforts they undertook on our behalf.’

The Solas Cancer Support Centre offers free cancer support to those affected by cancer, their families and carers.These services

Marie Quilty and Felim Power.

are available in their centre at Williamstown in Waterford City and in their West Waterford service based in the Alternative

Health Clinic in Dungarvan. For details on these free services visit the websitewww.solascentre.ie

[Garrett Fitzgerald]

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CONFINED as I was in Grattan Square on Sunday last and married to a microphone all day, I saw little of the excellent 10th Festival of Food outside of my own territory. In all of the congratulations and thanks we should offer, first should go to whoever prays for the fine weather which has graced this event for nine of the last ten years. One of the ten was quite windy with late rain, but the memory of all the good ones, and especially last Sunday, overshadows that by far. My concentration was mainly on the entertainment at the stage and what a programme it turned out to be. Despite an age gap and style of music between the young set and the more mature musicians and singers, each act attracted and held its own audience throughout. The entire programme was a delight to listen to,

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as proved by the consistently full audience in front of the stage. Even those words may not be adequate to describe the music package which I was content to listen to for over five hours. From Phoebe Dipple and her band, through the Dungarvan School of Trad; the Encore Stage Academy and Dungarvan Town Pantomime; Nuadán and the Cider Wasps, the younger generation were all superb and made easy listening. As expected, the older and more experienced Déise Brass Band and Soul Precinct also turned in a tour de force, both of whom had the audience tapping toes, clapping hands and singing along spiritedly and contentedly. Wrapped round by a cluster of foodstalls with all their aromas which filled the air, Grattan Square was a very happy place to be last Sunday.

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A group of young fans pictured at the stage after the opening singer Phoebe Dipple (centre) had completed her very enjoyable programme. From left: Dearbhaile Skehan, Sophie Ryan, Sarah Fitzgerald, Phoebe Dipple, Shauna Clancy, Caoimhe Coleman and band member, Christopher O’Sullivan who played twice during the day. [Tom Keith]

Country Markets – older than you think!

Pictured at the Country Market last Saturday as the Festival of Food got under way are from left: Andrea Cunningham, Mary Flavin, Margo Sleator, Mary Ryan, Frances O’Brien, Maura Ryan and Margaret Riordan.

WHILE the exotic and well known food providers occupy the grandeur of Grattan Square for a special weekend every year, spare a thought for the ladies of the Country Market who tend their stalls at the Causeway Tennis Club every Friday morning of the year. Offering a selection of cakes, other confectionary, vegetables, crafts, flowers when available and a variety of horticultural produce, they attract a regular customer base and fill a substantial niche which they have developed over the years.

The aim of Country Markets Limited is to market, by co-operative means, producer members’ good fresh quality farm, garden and home produce and traditional crafts using our natural resources. Marketing cooperatively in this way it is hoped to enhance, in a small way the family income. For others, it is a hobby which produces a small income, but one of the original benefits was to give the rural wife som pocket money through independent means. The first branch market

opened in Fethard, Co. Tipperary, in 1947 and is still in operation. Of those opened between 1946 and 1974, 32 have remained. Currently there are 49 branch markets around the country. The members of the Dungarvan branch are preparing to celebrate their 60th Birthday later in the year, while the National body will celebrate their seven decades. This should be an event to be noted, while also remembering the weekly market in the Tennis Club on Fridays.

Youghal Clock Tower is a gem A RELATIVELY recent addition to holiday and heritage destinations in the region is Youghal Clock Tower Gate.This ancient, but very well restored building which only opened its doors again last year, occupies the former site of Trinity Castle, which was one of the five principal fortifications of the late 14th/15th century Walled Town. The tower straddles the Main Street and is the dividing gate between the Main Town (now North Main Street) and the Base Town (now South Main Street. The Clock Gate Tower was built in 1777 as a gaol, but its story spans seven hundred years of history, from Norman times when the invaders built the imposing town walls and towers to today, when you can enjoy the history of the tower and the

town from some of the chattiest guides you are likely to meet. You can also get panoramic pictures of the street as it approaches from both sides. Our Guide, Shirley Lockheed unleashes a torrent of information about the 240 year old building and the fortification it replaced and local and visitor alike will come away with a good knowledge of what life was like for the ordinary citizen of the town over those years. Shirley tells it like it was in the port town, one of the most important in the islands of Britain and Ireland in the middle ages and which saw such famous names as the Boyles, Walter Raleigh and Edmund Spencer pass through its historic streets, gardens and of course, the other great edifice, St. Mary’s

Collegiate Church. Shirley’s story takes us through Youghal as the busy port with hundreds of ships moored in the magnificent estuary / harbour at any given time, leaving for, or returning from, ports all over the known world from newly explored America to the Mediterranean and beyond. But the early story of the Tower is a sad and tragic one when as a gaol, prisoners endured great hardship and deprivation when six of them shared one cell with little or no facilities, no chance of exercise and with only a straw mattress on the ground and a shared slopbucket for comfort. Ugggh!! There were happier times after the gaol was closed in the 1840s and it became a residence for the keepers of the great clock

mechanism. John McGrath and his family moved in as keepers of the clock during World War I and there his son was born who would continue the tradition of keeper until 1959. Now, this iconic building has opened its doors again, though this time not as a grim prison, but as a place to explore tales from its fascinating past. Amongst the many artefacts of the centuries, the storytellers will bring you through the surprising life and times of this distinctive site and the many and varied characters associated with it throughout the years. The old clock mechanism is highly impressive and the instructions for its maintenance very interesting. Well worth a visit from

Bridget Jacob (left) with Sarah Brennan (right), students of Mercyhurst University, Erie, Pennsylvania, USA, are happy to meet with Warder, Shirley Lockheed, Tour Guide at Youghal Clock Tower, on their recent visit to the town. [Tom Keith] Wednesday to Sunday, with tours from 12 noon, but because of its relatively small size and the intimate tour, numbers have to be

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LOCAL rider, Peter Moloney, currently based in Newmarket with Team Harmony, had a hugely successful Easter weekend at the CSI 3* event in Eschweiler, Germany. On Sunday, Peter had a fantastic victory in the 140 class, with “Ghana”, while another double clear on “Babilonia” saw him take second place in the 130 class. Easter Monday clocked up yet another win, with “Babilonia” taking the 135 title. On Tuesday, an unlucky 4 faults saw him ranked 15th in the Grand Prix, with “D’Atlantique Royal”. These successes come hot on the heels of a raft of wins in Bonheiden, Belgium, including, taking Leading 7 Year Old, with “Compelling Z” owned and bred by Waterford couple Carmel and Dermot Ryan. Peter was fortunate to be allowed to take this very promising stallion with him on his move to Team Harmony. The Colligan man only joined Team Harmony in December but has been showing stunning form in events on the U.K. and European circuit all year.

Dungarvan rider and Waterford owned and bred horse, winning in Belgium and Germany. Peter Moloney on Carmel and Dermot Ryan’s Compelling Z pictured in Bonheiden, Belgium.

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WEST WATERFORD AC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Spring into Summer THE highly successful West Waterford AC ‘Lets Run’ programme is back with a NEW MORNING SESSION. This is an 8 week plan to go from no running to being able to run 5k. Our aim is for everyone to leave each class feeling good and having enjoyed the run. During the 8 weeks you will be guided by our professionally qualified coaches and we will hold your hands through the entire programme so that you can become the runner you do not wish to admit you are. The programme will culminate in everyone being able to run 5k by 20th June. If you have always wanted to run but have never tried

it then this is the programme for you. It will be a great challenge for Spring and is also ideal if your fitness has slipped over the winter and you want to get back into a fitness routine before the summer. We do not expect you to be fit but we do need you to be healthy, so if you have any health concerns please get clearance from your GP before you join us. There will be a fun, social atmosphere with no shouting just encouragement and advice to keep you on track. It is a non intimidating atmosphere and welcoming to all. Some of the comments from previous groups

‘Atmosphere was good, can run at your own pace’ ‘Everyone was really encouraging’ ‘Learning to pace really helped’ When – Tuesdays at 10.00am commencing 2nd May 2017 Where – Meet at the Coffee Shop in Eurospar Who – anyone who wants to be able to run 5k. In 8 weeks you will be ‘a runner’ Cost - €30 For further information & to book your spot please contact Claire Kennedy on (087) 9116997 or Irene Clarke on (086) 8242348. Places are limited so please book in advance.

23rd Annual Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series

48th Annual Bluewall Paddy Flanagan Memorial Waterford to Tramore Road Race registration RACE 3 and one of the oldest road races in the country the Bluewall Waterford to Tramore 7.5 mile event takes place on this Saturday, April 29th. The race starts at Waterford's new Viking Triangle in Waterford City and goes out the Tramore road to finish in Tramore outside Splashworld. Showers, refreshments, and prize giving will be in

the GAA Centre in Tramore after. Registration will be available on www.totaltiming.ie and on the day entries are between 5:45 and 6:45 p.m. This race has really grown in popularity with another big turn-out expected for this year's race. We urge all athletes to please register online to ease queues on the night. Again Bluewall Technologies

have come on-board as main sponsor for the 6th year. Changing and shower facilities plus refreshments and prize-giving will take place in the Tramore GAA clubhouse after the race. The usual array of prizes will be on offer. Course record Pauline Lambe, Tullamore Harriers A.C. 44.03 (2010); Sandis Bralitis West Waterford AC 36.44 (2010).

Club Waterford Greenway Run AS part of our preparations for the Cork City Marathon / Half Marathon & Relay we will be doing a club run on the Greenway from Kilmacthomas back to Dungarvan. The date for this is Sunday, 14th May. This run is geared towards final preparation for our first target race of the year but all club members are more than welcome to join us on the day. There will be no numbers, chip timing, water stations or prizes, it’s purely a self supported training run. A bus will leave Dungarvan at 8.30 am and drop everyone to Kilmacthomas. After the run we will go for coffee. A nominal fee will be charged to cover the cost of the bus and coffee which will be dependent on numbers. If you are interested in joining us on this run please text Irene on (086) 824 2348. Training continues every Tuesday night in the Friary and warm-up starts at 6.30 pm. Training is geared towards all club runners, no matter what level of fitness, so if you are at a loss for something to do on a Tuesday or want to try something new please come and join us.

100 Marathons for Mick Concannon A HUGE congratulations to club member Mick Concannon who completed his 100th marathon on Sunday in Madrid, Spain which was the same spot where he ran his first just a short few years ago. Mick ran a time of 3.56.33 to achieve this remarkable feat. He is only the second athlete in our club to have completed 100 marathons and the first male, Terri Gough is the other. We will have a feature on Mick's 100 marathons in due course, but for now congratulations Mick.

Ballintotis 4 mile road race THE Annual Ballintotis 4 mile road race was held last Thursday evening in the East Cork village. A field of 897 completed the fast course with local athlete James McCarthy winning in a time of 19.55 from clubmate at East Cork AC Sean McGrath posting the same time but having to settle for second place. The ladies victory went to Claire Gibbons McCarthy, Leevale AC in a fast 21.31 which saw her finish 9th overall in the race. Eight athletes from our own club made the trip and first home finishing 25th overall was Mossie Keogh in a time of 2.28. David Cullinane ran a time of 27.44 while out first lady home was Onra Power in 30.33. John Fennell was just outside the 30 minute mark when he clocked a time of 30.20 with Tricia Cullinane completing the 4 miler in 38.55. Theresa Power Hickey broke the 40 barrier with a time of 39.44 as did Michael Coakley 39.55 and finally Aideen Fitzgerald ran a time of 45.13. Well done to all.

Paul Brunnock runs Royal Ultra and Marathon WELL done to Paul Brunnock who last Saturday and Sunday as he completed the Longford Royal Canal 53km ultra in a time of 4.47.57 on the Saturday and on day 2 marathon completed the full marathon in a time of 3.52, a remarkable feat by any stretch of the imagination. Well done Paul.

Madrid half for Geraldine Barry WELL done last Sunday to Geraldine Barry who completed the Madrid half marathon in a time of 2.08.16.

Pictured are a group of West Waterford AC athletes who ran last Sunday’s Wexford half marathon. Back row l-r: Eamonn Cashin, John Paul Hogan, Ray Burke, Ann Dunford and Martin Tobin. Front l-r: Maria White, Sharon Nugent, Karen Ryan and Brian Ormonde.

West Waterford athletes complete Wexford half Marathon A FIELD of 869 athletes completed last Sunday’s Wexford half marathon which was held in ideal distance running conditions on a good course but with some good testing climbs as well. The official results came to us last Sunday night and unfortunately there are no clubs listed, so what this means is a trawl through the names to try and find club runners on the day, this leads sometimes to runners being missed, if this is the case please let me know and it will be rectified. Myles Gibbons won the race with a time of 1.13.43 with the ladies race going to Emma Fury 1.31.35. West Waterford AC had a good number of runners who made the

trip and some good times were recorded by many. Colm Ryan had a blinder of a run and lead the charges home with an excellent 1.22.14 for 10th overall. Tom Longan was next in a excellent time of 1.27.50 and just in behind Tom running a half PB was Eamonn Cashin 1.28.46 again well under the 1.30 marker. John Paul Hogan had an excellent run and will be delighted with his time of 1.36.24. Martin Tobin clocked a time of 1.37.39 which I gather was a PB for the Kilgobinet man. Caolan Flynn upped his distance to the half and ran a solid 1.41.25. Leading our ladies home was Maria White in a very god time of

1.42.51. Ray Burke was next in 1.45.32 followed by Brian Ormonde in 1.46.13. Our second lady finisher on the day was Sharon Nugent in 1.46.26 with Ann Dunford getting a time of 1.46.24 on the chip result and her training partner Karen Ryan clocked 1.50.14. Timmy Coughlan will be happy with his 1.52.16 and it’s great to see Fiona O'Riordan back at the half distance after a long injury lay-off her time was 2.02.13. Next was a man who only some months ago was one of our Let’s Run group and now he is running half marathon's, well done to Michael Coakley 2.09.17 and Ciara Duffin, well done also to her a great run in a time of 2.12.16.

23rd Annual Intersport Elverys/Asics Summer Series 2017 entries to date AFTER just two races in this year's series the numbers who have entered are very encouraging. Entry is just €5 with a €30 Skins voucher to all who List of those entered: LADIES Mary Hogan Evelyn Beresford Katie Bullen Maria Angeles Castera Brugada Liz Collins Margaret Conway Lisa Cooke Michelle Cunningham Angeline Drennan Ciara Duffin Patrycja Eichelmann-Daly Michelle Finnegan Michelle Fitzgerald Laura Flavin Mairead Flynn Christine Fogarty Grainne Hallinan

Sharon Higgins Orla Jones Ruth Landy-Ryan Joanne Leahy Catriona Lee Fiona Longan Joanie McGrath Sandra moore Orna Murray Hilda Nicell Sharon Nugent Eileen O'Carroll Fiona Ormonde Onra Power Rose Power Sandra Prendergast Olivia Reilly Áine Roche Caroline Russell Jacinta Sheil

complete 6 of the 11 race programme over the summer months. Dromana 5 is the final race where you can enter the series. Julie Tideswell Sophie Tobin Josie Ui Chuirrin Roseanna White MEN Alan Cullen Brian Beatty Niall Blackwell Paul Brunnock Anthony Carlin Éamonn Cashin Darren Coogan Kyle Cooke Peter Cunningham Raymond Curran Michael Deegan Enda Donnelly Pat Fitzgerald John Foley David Gaffney

Micheál Gee Ray Hahesy Bryan Hallissey Hogan Tom Gary Hurney Tomas Mahony Conor Murray Micheal Ó Cuirrin Richard O’Gorman Kevin O’Leary Donal O'Donoghue Shane O'Riordan Brian Ormonde Joe O'Rourke Paschal Proctor Gerard Reilly Liam Reilly Billy Ryan Martin Tobin Cian O'Riordan.

WEST WATERFORD AC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Another perfect evening for week 4 of the Mark Mason Financial Services Colligan Spring Running League This group of ladies took their dog along for the Aglish Fun run/walk in aid of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin.

Superb win for Damien Murphy in Faugheen 5k DAMIEN Murphy took another victory last Friday evening when competing at the Faugheen 5k, race one in the Outfield Sports Carrick AC race series. Damien is currently in terrific form having won the Anne Valley 5 some weeks ago also. Damien ran an excellent time of 15.40 for the 5k and was a clear winner on the night by 10 seconds with Neill Sheil, St. Killians AC, Wexford 2nd in 15.40. Niall won this race last year while Damien was 3rd on that occasion but Friday last he was 16 seconds faster that his effort in 2016. Waterford's Hugo Blare was 3rd in 16.14. The ladies race was won by recent winner of the Butlerstown 4 miler Jackie Carty, Kilmore AC in 18.20. First over 40 was West Waterford's Dzintars Klava who finished 6th overall in 16.36 with team met Dermot Ryan hot on his heels in 10th place with a time of 17.20. Tom Hogan clipped around in a

good time of 19.00 while Bernie Prendergast ran a time of 24.01.

Caroline Russell ran a time of 25.05. 90 ran on the night.

ROUND 4 of the Mark Mason Financial Colligan Spring League took place last Wednesday evening in the beautiful surround of Colligan Wood on what was, once again, a perfect evening for running. The league starts each night at 6.30 p.m. This year, the league will be five nights instead of four and to be included in the tables you need to run four out of the five nights. This Wednesday, 26th April is the last night of the league and the league prizes will be given out straight after the league. A total of 21 runners completed the two laps. We had 9 who ran the 5 mile flat course which is 3½ laps of the Wood and road and finally 40 took on the challenging 5 mile hill route – this gave us a great crowd of 70 runners on the night. This league will conclude Wednesday evening (April 26th). You can still join, just come to the club van at the Wooden Bridge around 6.15 p.m. and we will get you started. Our thanks to Dan Bolton of Avonmore Diaries who came along on the night to Colligan last week and supplied all the runners with a beautiful carton of cold Avonmore protein milk for their efforts. ARTHUR LEADS HOME THE TWO LAP RUNNERS FOR SECOND TIME The two lap runners were led home this week by Arthur Chizikov in an excellent 19.59. In second

was our 21.22. Next was our first lady, Donna Hallahan in 21.04 followed by Sean Duggan in 21.24 with Sinead Moore 4th in 21.49 followed in 5th by Michael Moynihan in 22.17. Una Maher will be happy with her run when clocking 22.59. Others to record good times were Amanda Mansfield (24.30), newcomer Nikita Chizihova (25.00), Roisin Heylin (27.09), Deirdre Hahessy (28.59) and Laura Windross (29.28). Lorna Murphy will be happy with her run having run well under 30 minutes when finishing in 29.29. 5 MILE FLAT COURSE LED HOME BY MICHAEL RYAN FOR FOURTH STRAIGHT WEEK The 5 mile flat was once again led home by Michael Ryan in 30.20. Michael has been first home each night and is running very consistent times. He was followed once again by Kevin Casey in 34.37. Next was our first lady, Kate Veale in 36.52 followed by Fiona Ormonde in 38.25. Others to record good runs were Nessa Foley (41.19) and Garry Morrissey (44.44). Well done to all who took part in week 4, just keep up the effort now guys for the last week. ALAN KINSELLA LEADS HOME 5 MILE HILLS GROUP The biggest entry of the night goes to the 5 mile hills with a very impressive 40 taking on this difficult course. Alan Kinsella was first

Pictured is West Waterford AC's Damien Murphy with his trophy after he won the Faugheen 5k in Carrick last Friday evening.

Committee Meeting OUR senior club monthly committee meeting will take place in Minnie's Bar on Wednesday, 3rd May at 8.30 pm.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Bronze medals for Aislinn O’Regan A NEWCOMER to the sport of athletics Aislinn O’Regan took part in her first competition in Kilkenny on Saturday. Aislinn competed in the Irish Wheelchair Association Open Leinster Championships. Taking part in both the discus and shot Aislinn was not fazed by the event or the completion which included an Olympic silver medallist and went on to finish 3rd in both competitions and win her first championship medals. Well done Aislinn. SCHOOLS COMPETITION ON WEDNESDAY The best of luck to all the West Waterford athletes competing with their schools this week. Secondary schools will be in action at the RSC on Wednesday. Training continues on Wednesday and Friday at 6 p.m. as our young athletes prepare to compete in the Primary Schools Sports. BIG SCHOOLS READY FOR ACTION ON THURSDAY, MAY 4th On Thursday, May 4th it will be the turn of the primary schools athletes to take to the track. Arrangements are now complete for the first session of the sports for big schools which will get under way at 6.30 p.m. sharp. Parents and teachers should arrive early, as

line-up for the sprints will start at 6.15 p.m. Parking inside the grounds will be limited and those who arrive late will have to park outside and walk in. If you are parking on the road please park in a sensible way to allow the free flow of traffic on the road. Parents with children in the younger age groups should be in the Friary before 6 pm to allow time for parking and getting to the lineup area. Every year we have one or two disappointed children who arrive in the field at five minutes past six to find they have missed their race. As there is such a large programme we will start on time. There is a large entry in these qualifying heats and there will be three heats in each of the sprints and all the young athletes will be attempting to qualify for the Western finals. We ask all parents, teachers and athletes to comply with the instruction of our stewards to ensure the safety of everyone. This year there will be 14 schools competing in the big schools section to even out the number of schools competing in both the small and big school sections. There should be some close and exciting as the youngsters vie for places in the Western Finals.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Wed., April 26th Waterford Secondary School Sports Waterford RSC 12.30 p.m. Wed., May 3rd East Munster Girls Championships Waterford RSC at 12.00. Thurs., 4th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Big Schools St. Augustine’s at 6.30. Wed., 10th May East Munster Boys Championships Templemore at 11.30. Thurs., 11th May Primary Schools Sports Heats Small Schools St Augustines at 6.30. Sunday, 14th May County Champiomships Day 1 Waterford RSC at 11.00. Thurs., 18th May Western Primary Schools Sports St. Augustines at 6.30. Sat., 20th May Glohealth Munster Schools Championships CIT Cork at 9.30. Sunday, 21st May County Championships Day 2 Waterford RSC at 11.00. Thurs., June 1st County Schools Finals. Sat., June 3rd and Sun., 4th Munsters under 9–13 Ennis. Sat., June 4th Glohealth AllIreland Schools Championships Tullamore at 9 a.m. Sat., June 17th and Sun., 18th June Munsters under 14–19 CIT.

home in 30.24. He was followed by Mossie Keogh in 30.42 with Sean Stilwell next in 30.58. This was great running by all 3 with each of the lads running under 31 minutes. In fourth was Colm Ryan in 32.03 with Tom Leahy 5th in 34.17. First lady on the night was, Laura Flavin in 38.48. Second lady was Ann Dunford in 39.27 with Diana Chizikova 3rd lady in 40.28. Others to record good runs on the night include Mush Keane (37.48), Fergal Connolly (39.36), John Twomey (40.55), Micheal O’Chuirrin (41.07), Eamon Curran (41.15), Donal O’Donoghue (42.58), Bernie Prendergast (43.17), Fiona Sinnott (44.46) and Linda Bradfield (49.17). Well done to each and every athlete who ran the Colligan Hills. It is not easy but very rewarding to cross the finish line. See you all this Wednesday for the last night SPONSORS AND THANK YOU Once again thanks to Mark Mason of Mark Mason Financial Services, Barrack St., Cappoquin for his kind sponsorship and also for his attendance at the league each year. As always thank you to Shirley, Ray, Catriona, Gerry, James and Sharon for all their help on the night. We would also like Coillte for allowing us the use of beautiful Colligan Woods.

Running Quote

Pictured are league overall sponsor Mark Mason of Mark Mason Financial services and Avonmore's Dan Bolton who came along and supplied all the runners last week with Avonmore Protein Milk for their efforts.

THAT'S the thing about running: Your greatest runs are rarely measured by racing success. They are moments in time when running allows you to see how wonderful your life is.

The Minnies Bar Fit4Life Spring Running League THE Minnie’s Bar sponsored Running Fit4Life league which will be held in St. Augustine’s College (by kind permission) starting on Thursday, May 4th continuing for six more Thursday evenings after that finishing on 8th June. This has always proved to be a most popular and successful league and it’s absolutely ideal for newcomers and for those that have only recently taken up running as well as our regular seasoned runners. The beauty of this league is the choice and the variety on offer. It’s held in the grounds of the Friary College and runners can opt for

one, two, three or four laps of the grounds. Each lap is 1.2 miles and so depending on your ability you choose whichever is most suitable for you. It’s also possible to change as some people may start the league running one lap and after a few weeks they may be capable of running more and so can change to the two or three lap course and it’s not unheard of for some people to go from one lap and to finish the league running four laps. We will keep you updated over the coming weeks with more information on the league but for now

pencil in Thursday night, May 4th the first night of the league. The league begins at 7 p.m. each night and the entry fee each night is just €2. All those over the age of 14 are very welcome to come along. For further details on this league and all club activities log onto www.westwaterfordathletics.orgor catch us on face book. DATES FOR THE MINNIES RUNNING LEAGUE: Thursday, May 4th Thursday, May 11th Thursday, May 18th Thursday, May 25th Thursday, June 1st Thursday, June 8th

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

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 WITH the season truly underway, there was a lot going down at the club this week. On the team front we were in action at three venues during the week. First up last Friday was our JB Carr team led by Jimmy Wemyss and JP Hayes who were putting our county crown up for grabs. We faced Waterford away in opening our defence and we fielded a strong team. First home was our Captain Declan Walsh ably assisted by Pat Power and they recorded a handsome victory of 5/4. Next in was PJ Kindregan and Paul Sarsfield who again recorded a handsome victory of 3/2 to set us seemly on our way. But the remaining matches were tight with Tom Considine and Sean O Ciarbha heading down 19th (hole not bar). Pat Stack and John Norris had recovered from a poor start and were making a good fight, but Mossie Walsh and Thomas Whelan banished any doubts of a Waterford comeback, when they secured victory of 18th. Tom and Sean subsequently won on 19 with Pat and John called in. We thank Waterford for a sporting game and we wish to acknowledge the superb welcome and hospitality afforded us that was second to none. We face another difficult fixture in the second round away to Tramore. Next up on Saturday was our Fred Daly team who were in action against West Waterford at Carrick. It was always going to be a tough match against our neighbours and the task was made more difficult when Danny Raher lost the opening singles despite some fine golf. Junior Captain Jake

O’Riordan got us back on level terms with a hard fought victory on 18 but we were struggling on matches 3 and 5. Michael Troy playing at 3 endured a poor start and was 4 down early, while Ethan Raher was 5 down also. Michael eventually succumbed on 17 but Barry Morrissey at 4 quickly levelled proceedings with some brilliant short game magic. All down to the final game but unfortunately Ethan found the water on the last hole and victory went to our neighbours. Naturally the lads were disappointed but hopefully we can atone for this disappointment next Saturday when we face Tramore in the County final of the Irish Junior Foursomes. Sunday was the turn of our Ladies as our Minor cup team were at East Cork again facing neighbours Gold Coast. The team of June Hayes, Christine O’Keeffe, Angela Murphy, Hilary Browne and Ann Stack were in a titanic struggle as the match was evenly poised after victories from June and Hilary. With mounting tension, Angela’s game finished all square after 18 holes and she duly headed for tie holes accompanied by her team mates. The 19th and 20th holes were halved before Angela finally secured an amazing victory on the third tie hole. We congratulate our team on a brilliant victory, but we also commiserate with our opponents, as it’s never nice to lose in sudden death. Next up for our ladies is a trip to Doneraile to face Kilkee. On the home front there was much fine golf played during the week with John Hughes and Ethan Raher win-

WEST WATERFORD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. info@westwaterfordgolf.com

www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS CLUB COMPETITION – SATURDAY, 22nd / SUNDAY, 23rd 1st: Lanson Kelly (10) 39 pts, 2nd: Daniel Burke (5) 38 pts b9, Gross: Philip Spratt (2) 35 pts, 3rd: Ken Fenton (8) 38 pts b9. CSS: Sat. 36, Sun. 37. JUNIOR SCRATCH CUP – MON 17TH APRIL 1st: Peter Kirwan (5) 74 pts b9, Tramore, 2nd: James O’Callaghan (5) 74 pts Fota; 3rd: Robert Kelly (5) 75pts Carrick on Suir, 1st Nett: Jack McGrath (9) 68 pts Williamstown, 2nd Nett: Colm O’Callaghan (8) 69 pts West Waterford. CSS: 71. TUESDAY TREATS – 18th APRIL 9 HOLE SFD. Cat 1: Willie Lyons (19) 22 pts b6, Ollie Broderick (18) 22 pts,. Cat 2: Pat Quinn (12) 21 pts, Michael Flynn (16) 20 pts. Cat 3: Thomas Kiely (16) 21 pts. Nearest to Pin on 4th Hole: John O’Connell, Nearest to Pin on 9th: Willie John Kiely AL EILE STUD OPEN GENTS SINGLES – 19th APRIL 1st: Percy Walsh (19) 39 pts, 2nd: John O’Connell (10) 39 pts

SUNSHINE CLASSIC FINAL SATURDAY, 22nd APRIL 1st: Mary Lou Carroll, Marie T Curran, Phil Kelly, Jo Swayne – 99 pts; 2nd: Larry Doyle, Ger Walsh, Mick Rossiter, Mick Walsh – 97 pts; 3rd: Justin Spratt, Aidan Spratt, Ray Spratt, Percy Walsh – 93 pts; 4th: Richard Ryan, Edward Walsh, David Lowry, Mark Lowry – 88 pts; 5th: Pat K Murray, John Moran, Liam Carroll, Diarmuid Horgan – 87 pts; 6th: John Keane, Michael Keane, Des Cleary, Tom Butler – 86 pts best card; 7th: Fintan Gee, Phil Kinsella, John C Byrne, Eddie Glavin – 86 pts. Best Ladies (Qualifying): Geraldine Hickey, Joan Ronayne, Mary Herlihy, Joan Nugent – 92 pts. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE FINAL Blackwater 5.1/2, The Spring 2.1/2. SUPER SUNSHINE RAFFLE Fancy five nights for two people in The Algarve plus €300 cash. Well it could be you if you buy a ticket in our Sunshine Raffle. Second prize is two nights B&B plus dinner for two at any of the Flynn Group Hotels. Third prize is dinner for two at the Cliff House Hotel Michelin star restaurant. We also

ning on Monday and Thursday respectively. But as the Pro says “strokeplay is proper golf” and Tueaday, Saturday and Sunday were punctuated with groans as members realised they were playing strokeplay. Mary Fleming took the honours in the Shaws singles on Tuesday with 75, followed by Olga Carroll on Saturday with a brilliant 67 (the new clubs are paying for themselves already). The ever popular Mossie McNamara took the Monthly Medal on Saturday with a fine 67 (new driver from the Pro). While the popular chef Michael Ahearne showed no aversion to Blue markers shooting a brilliant 65 (new driver and fairway wood) to claim the Ballinacourty Cup. Great golf ladies and lads. The US Kids championship rolled into Dungarvan last Wednesday with kids aged between 6 and 11 taking to the course. With Juniors from all over the country including one little lad from Antrim, the event was a tremendous success and we hope we will be selected again. Many of our own produced outstanding performances over the specially designed course including Euan Harrington, Eoghan O’Brien and Sarah Moynihan. But special mention to AJ Hayes who shot 35 strokes to claim his place in the grand final at Portmarnock Links on May 8th. We wish him and his caddy James well in the final. Thanks to all our staff including Tom, Scholar, Chris, Dave, Niamh and Joanne, as well as our helpers Darra, Steven and Danny for making the tournament such a success. This week, our team of 4 Club Classic takes pride of place. The event as always is generously sponsored by Life members Billy Queally, Ger Darcy and Liam Carroll who provide a fantastic array of prizes. Dungarvan Golf Club is a members club and all monies raised go back into our course and facilities, as we constantly strive to continually improve. Indeed members and visitors alike have been wholesome in their praise for what we provide, so the classic is an important source of revenue for the club. So get a team of 4 together, play as often as you can so we can maintain our jewel of the South East. As the season unfolds, we welcome back some familiar faces as Club get dusted off after the winter break. But we also welcome may new

members and we help them to familiarise themselves with new faces and surroundings. However, one such new member didn’t wait too long to make an impact. Most of our members are familiar with the affable Tony Sheehan who recently joined our Club. Playing in his second round at his new club Tony produced the perfect shot last Monday when playing the 13th. A sweet struck shot found its way to the bottom of the cup and the drinks were on Tony, well done lad. DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB CLASSIC This major fundraising event for the Club takes place over the May Bank Holiday weekend commencing this Wednesday, 26th April and running until Sunday, 30th April 2017. Teams of 4 players which can be (Men’s, Ladies or Mixed Teams) are eligible and the entry fee is €100 per team (re-entry only €50). The format is all scores to count on the par 3’s, 2 scores to count elsewhere. Prizes are to the value of €1,500 are kindly sponsored by Life members Billy Queally, Ger Darcy and Liam Carroll. There is a prize for “nearest the pin” on the 8th and longest drive on the 18th. Also there will be 2 Visitor Draws taking place for one Ladies and one Gents 2017 membership subscription. Traditionally this event always receives great support from Club members and visitors alike, expectations are of another good turnout this year. We’d be delighted with your support entering a team or sponsoring a tee box for only €50. Contact Irene Lynch on 058 43310 for further information or book online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com. BANK HOLIDAY SCRAMBLE There was an excellent turnout for the Easter Monday Scramble with 84 members and guests taking part. The weather was kind to us and there was a great atmosphere in the clubhouse where Tom served us a lovely meal. At one point we were in danger of having to turn people away and were only able to accommodate players due to some last minute no shows. Trojan work was done by Collette and JP to ensure a fair draw for teams. Our next 9 hole Scramble is on the May Bank Holiday Monday, 1st May. Please ensure that you are entered on the system in advance so that the draw can be completed in a timely fashion. Members are welcome to

bring guests, but it would help if we could know their handicaps in advance. Just give a ring to the Pro shop and leave us a message. It would be fantastic to see everyone out on the course again for a social evening of golf followed by prize giving, spot prizes and a meal in the clubhouse. Entry fee once again Adults €10 Juniors €5. Friday night Scrambles start again on Friday, 5th May beginning at 7 pm. Entry fee €5. Further details will be posted in the changing rooms and sent by email. SOCIAL EVENTS Dungarvan Golf Club has a lively social calendar with an active committee and volunteers organizing regular events. All social events are posted on our notice boards – you should check these for events in which you wish to participate. On the golf front we have regular scrambles, weekly over sixties nine hole events, weekly ladies nine holes (young ones) plus casual golf. This gives multiple choices for those who want to enjoy good fun and company. Card playing is a popular pastime at the Club with weekly bridge each Friday morning. Through the winter we have 45 each Thursday night and 110 is played by “senior” members throughout each week. We also have a number of quizzes that take place each year. GENTS RESULTS 17th Open Singles: 1 John Huges (12) 39, 2 Thomas Goodall (12) 38, Gross Kevin Stack 37, 3 John Clancy (17) 36, 4 Michael Laide (12) 36. CSS 35. Thurs. 20th 1 E Raher (12) 45, 2 Ml O’Mahony (14) 40, Gross A Thomas 39 pts, 4 G Warde (17) 38. CSS 36. Sat. 22nd SPAR Singles 1 M McNamara (21) 65, 2 L Martin (18) 68, Gross J Reynolds 75, 3 V Hayes 15 70. Sun. 23rd Ballinacourty Cup: 1 Ml Ahearne (19) 65, 2 Craig O’Connor (11) 66, Gross Alan O’Donnell (74) 72, 3 Tom Curran (12) 68, 4 Donal Williams (5) 69.CSS 72 LADIES RESULTS April 18th: 1 Mary Fleming (28) 75, 2 Betty O’Brien (12) 76, Best Gross Breda McCarthy (6) 87, 3rd Theresa Keane (23) 76, CSS 75. April 21st/22nd 1st Olga Carroll (28) 67, 2 Breda McCarthy (6) 69, 3rd Patricial Flanagan (20) 70. Ladies Beginner Scramble 18th: 1 Denise Breen,

Maureen Maher, Cathy Mannix. 2nd Ann Heneberry, Helen O’Neill, Christine Prunty. 3rd Margaret Moloney, Donna Hackett, Noelleen Kirby. FIXTURES Wed 26 Apr 2017 = Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Thu 27 Apr 2017 = Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Fri 28 Apr 2017 = Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Sat 29 Apr 2017 = Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Sun 30 Apr 2017 = Dungarvan Golf Club Open Team of 4 Classic Mon 1 May 2017 = Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F, Bank Holiday Monday 9H Scramble 5.30 Tue 2 May 2017 = Open Ladies 18 H S/F ( Dan McCarthy Home Interiors SIXTY.COM Next Competition Wed. 26th April. Draw at 1.45 pm, tee-off 2 pm. Results Wed. 19th: Winner Sean English (17) 19 pts, Best Male Des Power (24) 19 pts. Note for your diary next outing 17th May in Faithlegg. YOUNGONES Next Competition Wed. 26th April, 12 noon – 1 pm. Team of 3 (Draw Tuesday). Results 19th April 1st Brid Killigrew (31) 18 pts. VOLUNTEER WORK Course volunteer work has resumed on Tuesday evenings. All help welcome if you can spare and hour to help improve your club. SOCIAL BRIDGE Friday mornings 11.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. (no partner required), all are welcome. JUNIOR NEWS Again, we had a great turnout for our girls and boys lessons last weekend. Under the guidance of our club professional David and helped by Denise, the kids were put through their paces and it’s rewarding to see the weekly improvement. Tuition continues next Saturday at 2 pm for the girls and 3 pm for the boys. Best of luck to Junior Foursomes team next week. The junior events calendar is in production and any enquiries relating to junior activities at the club can be directed to Junior Convenor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net.

have four additional prizes of €100 cash. Tickets are now on sale at our shop and in the bar and restaurant. Also available from committee members. FIXTURES Wednesday, 26th April – Al Eile Open Gents Singles 18 Hole stableford Friday, 28th April – 9 Hole Scramble at 6.30. Ladies and gents welcome Saturday, 29th/Sunday, 30th April – Club Competition – 18 Hole Stableford PRESENTATION OF PRIZES Presentation of prizes for the Sunshine Classic and the Winter League will take place following our mixed scramble at 6 p.m. All prizewinners are requested to attend. J.B. CARR TOURNAMENT West Waterford won the first 3 matches to record a 4 – 1 victory over Gold Coast on Thursday, 20th April. Well done to Sean Wade and his team. Our thanks to Brian, Bob and all at the Gold Coast for the customary hospitality on the day. BELVEDERE TROPHY Edward Hickey and his Belvedere team will shortly set out in defence of our county title. Our first contest will be against neighbours Dungarvan and this tie always has a special flavour. Watch this space for further details in the coming weeks. SUMMER RULES Full Summer Rules are back at West Waterford. Don’t forget to sign in before playing and to return your card signed by your playing partner. Members who persistently fail to return a score will be contacted by the handicap committee and sanctioned accordingly. SUNSHINE CLASSIC FINAL We had an exciting finale to our hugely successful Classic on Saturday, 22nd April. The West Waterford ladies how-

ever had other ideas and following some superb golf amassed an amazing 99 pts to claim first prize of a golfing holiday in Portugal. Congratulations to Mary Lou, Marie T, Phil and Jo on becoming the first all ladies team to win the Sunshine Classic. The full list of prizewinners is published in our results, and presentation of prizes plus the draws for memberships will be held on Friday, 28th April following the scramble. COMERAGH OIL WINTER LEAGUE FINAL The final took place on Sunday, 23rd April and Pat Landers’ Blackwater team had a convincing victory over Pat Power’s Spring on a 51⁄2 to 21⁄2 scoreline. The individual results are as follows with Blackwater players listed first. Brian Foley beat Darragh Herlihy, John Fleming beat Micheal Gee, Billy McCarthy beat Diarmuid Horgan, Michael Bumster lost to Pat Power, Pat Landers beat Percy Walsh, John Quinn beat Mark Ronayne, Ray Donnelly lost to Pat Murphy, and Robbie Dalton and John Keane were called in on the 18th with the match level. Our thanks to both teams, and to all the teams and managers who supported the league. A special thank you to our sponsor Comeragh Oil who play a major role in the success of our Winter League each Year. Presentation of prizes on Friday, 28th April following scramble. FRED DALY TROPHY Congratulations to Justin, Michael, and our Fred Daly team on a magnificent 3-2 victory over neighbours Dungarvan at Carrick-on-Suir GC on Saturday, 22nd April. Simon Kelly beat Danny Raher 2 & 1, Mikey Hanlon lost to Danny Raher 1 down, Sergei Quinn beat Michael Troy 2 & 1, Ciaran Power lost to Barry Morrissey 2 & 1, while in the deciding match Max Quinn parred

the 18th to beat Ethan Raher. DUNGARVAN SENIOR PAIRS CLASSIC 2017 Open to all golfers aged 55 and over, Open to ladies, gents or mixed teams. Day 1: Monday 8th May - Gold Coast - 2 person rumble, Day 2: Tuesday 9th May - West Waterford Fourball Betterball, Optional Day 3: Wednesday 10th May – Dungarvan. Phone: 058 44055 for details or brochure. JUNIOR NOTES: JUNIOR COMPETITION – TUESDAY, 18th APRIL 1st: Sean Spratt (23) 25 pts; 2nd: Oisin McHugh (28) 21 pts. JUNIOR COMPETITION – THURSDAY, 20th APRIL 1st: Sean Spratt (23) 47 pts, 2nd: Oisin McHugh (28) 42 pts, 3rd: Jack Mulligan (33) 35 pts, Best 36: Mark Blackwell (36) 32 pts. CONDOLENCES On behalf of the Men’s Club we wish to express our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Ann Marie Dower. May she rest in peace. LADIES NOTES CONDOLENCES We were all shocked and devastated on Saturday morning to waken to the news that we had lost our lovely member and friend, Anne Marie Dower. Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to her heartbroken family, her father Jack, her brothers Eddie, Walter and John, her sister Elizabeth, her sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and many friends. TEAMS Only hours later our brave Challenge Cup Team – Mary Fahey, Denise Nugent, Jean O’Donovan, Ciara Donnelly and Una Mulligan took on West Waterford’s old adversaries, East Cork, in Mahon G.C. but lost out after a courageous battle. Well done

ladies ye didn’t give up and next year is another year please God. On Sunday our Intermediate team (Jo Swayne, Mary Donnelly, Eithne Ashby, Mary Lou Carroll and Joan Sheehan) and Minor Cup Team (Margaret O’Sullivan, Aine Parks, Marie T. Curran, Phil Kelly, and Marie Curran) took to the fairways in Douglas and Fota. Again, after a brave battle the Minor Cup team narrowly lost out to Charleville. The Intermediate team had a great win in Douglas Golf Club again over Charleville and we wish them well in the next round on 13th May in Cobh G.C against Fota G.C. Well done to you all. A massive thank you to team captains, players, team co-ordinators and of course the wonderful caddies!!! SUNSHINE CLASSIC RESULTS Huge congratulations to the overall winners of the Sunshine Classic, our ladies Phil Kelly, Marie T. Curran, Mary Lou Carroll and Jo Swayne who played such fabulous golf with a huge score of 99 points. Well done ladies. Best Ladies Team – Mary Herlihy, Joan Ronayne, Joan Nugent and Geraldine Hickey. FIXTURES 1 DAY 18 hole S/F on Thursday, 27th April – sponsored by Phil Kelly. Club open weekend on May Bank Holiday Weekend – Saturday, 29th April, to Monday, 1st May inclusive – singles competition. Mná Eile - 1st Qualifier on Thursday, 4th May. Australian Spoons – this Stableford Greensomes Competition is run over 18 holes with the winning pair qualifying for the District Final in Fermoy Golf Club on Monday, 12th June. The competition will run from Tuesday, 2nd May, until Sunday, 14th May (full details on the notice board) and the winning pair will go to the District Final.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

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

www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS 18 Hls singles s/ford Sponsored by: All Rounder Dungarvan 1st Martin Rafferty (20) 39 pts; 2nd Marty McNamara (19) 38 pts; 3rd Martin O'Driscoll (13) 37 pts. C.S.S. Saturday 68 Sunday 68 Tuesday 18th Bacon Result 1st Dermot O’Leary, Cal Aherne, Richie Ormond 35.5 pts FIXTURES Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon, 28th April to 1st May inclusive, 3 Man 18 hole Champagne Scramble, semi open. Entry €15 per team with Re-entry €15 No Bacon this Tuesday 25th. STORY OF THE WEEK It’s true that if you do enough practice your golf has to improve. We have it from the source that Lismore man Martin Rafferty had a lesson last Friday and so it proved, as he took the first spot this week with a combination of both. He started like God and parred the first 3 holes. He then thought he was God and blanked the 4th. Cop-on is nature at work and with steady golf he turned with 19 pts. Martin kept the steadiness going and got his just rewards. He will be a popular winner indeed. The old dog for the road fits Marty McNamara's card this week and he took second spot. Even

though he lost concentration on the 7th and 17th he played surviving golf with the other 16 holes. He kept the double bogey off the card combined with 6 pars and turned with 20 pts. Martin O'Driscoll took the third prize with a well crafted card and sound play. He had played in the Country Clubs on Saturday so on Sunday was probably still warm from the event. He turned on 19 pts and managed 18 on the way in, having unlike him blanked the par 5 15th. Martin had 9 pars over the 18 hls. Well done to everybody. A TRIBUTE TO OUR PRESIDENT OF 1978 TOM DOOCEY RIP At the great age of 89 years Tom Doocey from Tourin, one of the founder members, trustee and Honorary Member of Lismore Golf Club died on Friday, 15th April. Tom was first and foremost a family man who was devoted to his wife Elsie and his family. At his funeral Mass, his daughter Ciara spoke about her dad Tom with such warmth that he would have been very proud. She said he liked to do everything to perfection, but failed to make porridge that was eatable, his only failing. He was a gentleman who was very dignified, forthright and approachable. He had a belief that if

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WELCOME New members are always welcome here in the Gold Coast and we would now like to welcome Kevin O’R, Tony O’R and Neil D. We hope that you enjoy your golf here in the Gold Coast. GUI/ILGU 9 HOLES QUALIFIER The competition for the Gold Coast will be held on Friday, 5th May, starting at 5 p.m. A Lady and a Gent will form a team which will represent the Gold Coast at the regional qualifier. This new competition being run jointly by the GUI and ILGU will allow for a team from each club to play in a regional qualifier. The regional qualifier for the Gold Coast winners will be held in Thurles on Wednesday, 14th June. Tee-off time for Gold Coast is 13.30. The winner at this regional final will qualify to play in Royal Birkdale Golf Club on Saturday, 15th July in the R & A 9 Hole Championship final. CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES The draw for this competition will take place on Sunday, 7th May at 3 p.m. If interested in playing please put your name on the sheet

provided in the kiosk. JB CARR On Wednesday last we welcomed our friends from West Waterford in the first round of the JB Carr. The following represented the Gold Coast: Brian O’Connor, Joe Meade, Bob O’Brien, Andy Travers, Michael Whelan, John Queally, John Hughes, Leo Wall, Dave O’Connor and Paddy Walsh. West Waterford were too strong for the Gold Coast on the day. We wish West Waterford the very best in the next round. DÉISE LEAGUE On Saturday we travelled to Tramore to play Waterford Castle in the final of the Déise League 2017. Representing the Gold Coast on the day were the following: Conan Watt, Ian Pericho, Tom White, John Enright, Colin McArthur, Austin Kiely, Paddy Walsh, Jerome Maye, Dave O’Connor, Michael Whelan, Andy Travers and Johnny Burns. The team was managed by John White and John Hughes. Our congratulations to Waterford Castle on a great win.

you have something to say, "stand up say it and sit down", to quote Ciara. As a founder member and trustee he devoted a lot of time to the golf clubs early development such as drawing soil and manure when laying our earlier greens and tee boxes. All this done with his farm equipment and his tractor could be seen as a permanent structure on the course. He had a huge pride in the golf club and was a very competitive golfer representing the club at all levels. Tom was President of the club in 1978 when the new club house built, a structure he had a lot of pride in. When Tom no longer played in later life he insisted on paying his fee for the Majors when he visited the President or Captain of the day to wish them a successful weekend. His involvement with Lismore Golf Club never ceased. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam uasel. COUNTRY CLUBS Ted O’Leary who was Manager of the Year 2016 bringing our Country Clubs Team to the Final, only to be beaten by a putt by a well qualified Templemore Team. With Ted still at the helm the draw for 2017 pitted the two clubs to do battle on the first round at Doneraile Golf Club in North Cork. From the Lismore perspective it was a match we were looking forward to. Martin Power was first followed by Paul Kenneally and Liam O’Keeffe. Pat Morrissey filled the middle spot and the last three were Martin O’Driscoll and Andrew Hamilton, with John McGrath filling the slow player spot. Everyone played to their full potential and there was never going to be much between these two teams. From the beginning, Templemore got off to the better start taking the first two games by the smallest of margins. Captain Tom O'Donovan was among the spectators with that fine head of gray hair. I'm told that

GOLD COAST CUP SINGLES MATCH-PLAY 2 Preliminary rounds must be played by 8th May and they are as follows: Declan Kiely v Dean Golds and Rafael Alvarez v Seanie Lenihan. The 1st Round draw is as follows: Winner of (Declan Kiely v Dean Golds) v John W Walsh, Conor Clancy v Noel McCann, John White v Brian O'Connor, David J Veale v Andy Travers, Michael Whelan v Michael Kavanagh, Austin Kiely v Micheal White, Conan Watt v Michael Wall, Tommy Long v Jerome Maye, Billy Power v Johnny Ryan, Brian Dunbar v John Hughes, Frank Waters v Derek Power, Francis O'Connor v Tomas Wall, Michael Lenihan v Tom White, Freddy McGuckian v Kiki Cullinan, Joe Meade v Lee Crotty, winner of (Rafael Alvarez v Seanie Lenihan) v Colin McArthur. First round matches must be completed by 25th May. SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY The following is the draw for the Scratch match-Play 1st Round. All games to be completed by 16th May. Micheal White v John W Walsh Colin McArthur v Tom White Michael Kavanagh v Brian O'Connor Lee Crotty v John White Michael Lenihan v Declan Kiely Seanie Lenihan v Conan Watt Barry Power v Kiki Cullinan Austin Kiely v Derek Power TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL The date for this tournament is Wednesday, 21st June with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The event is for teams of four, playing two rounds of golf, each round with a different for-

Lismore Golf Club Tallow Area Credit Union Spring League Plate Runners-Up. Tom O'Donovan, Club Captain; Sean Power, Club President and Sheila O'Leary, Club Lady Captain pictured with John O'Mahoney, Director Tallow Credit Union, Marty Power and Runners-Up Larry Kiely, Liam Power, Chris Whelan, John Foley. some of the hairs are now white as the excitement of what followed unfolded. Third out Liam O'Keeffe was beaten on the last hole so we needed to win all four remaining games to go through to the next round. Pat Morrissey played steady throughout and started the rescue. In form Martin was at one stage 3 up but was pegged back but still won out. Andrew Hamilton who is hard to beat on one of his off days, also came in a winner by one. So we are level at three games each. It now depends on John McGrath’s game. The Club Registrar was as usual totally focused on the job at hand and unaware of our dependence. He won easily enough and wondered what all the fuss was about. Well done gents and congratulations. Our congratulations also go to the ladies team who played and beat Clonmel in the

Challenge Cup at Youghal Golf Club on Sunday last. And so to a non golf thought for the week "don't ask someone how they are, unless your prepared to listen to the truthful answer." LISMORE LADIES Our 18 holes on Sunday, 16th & Wednesday, 19th was won by Patricia Bolger McCarthy with 39 pts and 2nd was Hannah Lucas with 33 pts. Our first Open day/s of the year kindly sponsored by Knockanore Cheese - has been postponed due to work being carried out on the course, we will let you know when it is rescheduled. We have a "Get into Golf" taster session for an 8 week beginner programme including lessons with a PGA Professional, registration is Wednesday, 26th April at 7 pm, equipment will be provided. Cost €50.

The Col. O'Brien Cup is Sunday, 30th April & Wednesday, 3rd May kindly sponsored by Mrs. Katherine Moynihan. This is a much sought after trophy Ladies, the scoring will be of a high calibre. Saturday, 29th - The Active Revive sees Lismore Vs Youghal in Lismore at 3 pm - Tee reserved 3 3.45 pm and 5 - 5.45 pm. Best of luck ladies. Congratulations to our Challenge Cup team who won in Youghal on Sunday, 23rd, best of luck in the next round. RESULTS Sun., 16th & Wed., 19th - 18 Holes S/Ford - Members Prizes 1st: Patricia Bolger McCarthy 39 pts; 2nd: Hannah Lucas - 33 pts. FIXTURES All competitions are subject to change, so please check the notice board regularly for any changes. Fees due, please forward to Mr. John McGrath the club’s registrar.

mat. The cost per person is €30 and this includes a three course meal, a contribution to charity, tea/coffee and sandwiches when passing the kiosk and a BBQ at the 10th tee. It is always one of the highlights of the golfing year in the Gold Coast and it is limited to 20 teams. Please let Bob know if you wish to take part. NEW 9 HOLES COMPETITION STARTING IN MAY Beginning in May, every Wednesday, there will be a 9 Holes competition, which will be open to both Ladies and Gents taking place. It will be a one day competition and can be played anytime during the day. More details later. WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER! The course, the scenery, the facilities, and most important the members give Gold Coast a very strong presence in the marketplace. Give us a call on 058 44055 if you are interested in joining us here. FIXTURES Friday, 28th April: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 29th April: Club Competition. Sunday, 30th April: Eugene Collins Half Sub Qualifier. Tuesday, 2nd May: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+ RESULTS Tuesday, 18th April: Open Seniors CSS 37 pts. 1st: Arthur O’Donnell (17) 39 pts. Cahir Park. 2nd: Michael Mullane (9) 37 pts Cahir Park. Best Lady: Patricia Smyth (20) 35 pts Waterford Castle. Thursday, 20th April: South Munster Seniors, CSS 36 pts. Cat 0-15: 1st: Brian O’Connor (9) 39 pts, Gold Coast. 2nd: Joe

Kirby (12) 34 pts Cahir Park. 3rd: W.J. Murphy (14) 31 pts Mitchelstown. Cat 16-20: 1st: Joe Desmond (18) 38 pts. Kinsale. 2nd: Larry Ryan (19) 38 pts Tipperary. 3rd: Michael O’Grady (20) 36 pts Mitchelstown. Cat 21+: 1st: Billy O’Neill (21) 34 pts Waterville. 2nd: Martin Barrett (24) Cahir Park. 3rd: Christy Keating (21) 32 pts Cahir Park. Friday, 21st April: Open Singles, CSS 34 pts. 1st: Niall Curran (6) 38 pts Saturday, 22nd April: Club Competitions, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Micheal White (2) 38 pts. Gross: Niall Curran (5) 32 pts. Sunday, 23rd April: ViceCaptain’s Prize presented by Tim O’Driscoll, CSS 35 pts. 1st: John Hughes (12) 36 pts. 2nd: John McArthur (20) 38 pts. Gross: Derek Power (3) 32 pts. 3rd: Leo Wall (20) 35 pts. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: Sunday 30th April/Mon 1st May: John Walsh Spar, Golfer of the Year, 18 Holes Stableford. 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 Hole 2 Card Competition. Club Mixed Foursomes: The draw for this competition will take place on Sunday, 7th May at 3 p.m. If interested in playing please put your name on the sheet provided in the kiosk. GUI/ILGU 9 Hole Qualifier: The competition for the Gold Coast will be held on Friday, 5th May, starting at 5 p.m. A Lady and a Gent will form a team which will represent the Gold Coast at the regional qualifier. This new competition being run jointly by the GUI and ILGU will

allow for a team from each club to play in a regional qualifier. The regional qualifier for the Gold Coast winners will be held in Thurles on Wednesday, 14th June. Tee off time for Gold Coast is 13.30. The winner at this regional final will qualify to play in Royal Birkdale Golf Club on Saturday, 15th July in the R & A 9 Hole Championship final. Results: Sat., 15th/Sun., 16th April: Garvey’s Supervalu: 1st: Mary Kiely (14) 39 pts. 2nd: Ruth Hannigan (22) 37 pts. 3rd: Karen Darcy (22) 37 pts. 18 Hole 2 Card Competition: New 2 Card competition over 18 holes starting 29th April is sponsored by Murray’s Chemist. ILGU Leagues: The Challenge Cup match against Cobh in Dungarvan resulted in a win for the Gold Coast. The team consisted of Bernie Morrissey, Noirin Darcy, Gillian Cashman, Anne Keane and Patricia Doyle. The team was managed by Ruth Hannigan/Gerardine Hallinan. In the Munster Minor Cup against Dungarvan, Gold Coast lost their match. Ruth Hannigan, Karen Darcy, Elaine Goss, Teresa Queally and Lorraine Troy represented the Gold Coast and the team was managed by Esther McGuckian. Committee Meeting: Our next meeting is Friday, 5th May at 8 pm in the Bunker Bar. Membership Offers: If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2017 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast!! Please contact Bob or Mark on 058-44055 for our deals on offer at the moment for new members.

GAA

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

De La Salle proves too hot to handle JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Dungarvan's Mike Kiely with the sliotar ahead of De La Salle's Dylan Foley during Round 2 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling championship match in Fraher Field. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

De La Salle …………………4-20; Dungarvan ………………… 3-17. A VERY much inform De La Salle side proved deserving and comprehensive winners over Dungarvan in the second round of the senior hurling championship at the Fraher Field last Friday evening. From the off, De La Salle were on fire here, their inter-county half back line of Shane McNulty, Kevin Moran and Stephen Daniels dominated the play and they rained sliotars into the Dungarvan defence which garnered the desired results. Dungarvan’s notoriously slow start to games was in evidence again and but for some early bad wides, DLS would have enjoyed an even better half-time advantage. Shane Ryan was the stand out player in this match, he finished with 2-9 and but for the woodwork in the 14th minute, another green flag would have been added to his tally. Constantly under pressure the

local team’s backline capitulated early on and inside 20 minutes enforced errors by Darragh Lyons and Kieran Power gave the winners two green flags and a hold on proceedings. Lyons himself scored one of the best goals of the seven recorded when in the 9th minute he knifed through the heart of the DLS defence and sent a low rasper past Shaun O’Brien on the town end goal. The Blues, in fact, led after 16 minutes by 1-4 to 1-3, John Mullane striking DLS’s goal, but in the next seven minute period, the pressure by the winners yielded them a 2-10 to 1-4 advantage via eight unanswered scores by five different players, Shane Ryan, 1-2 (1f), Shane McNulty (f), John Mullane 0-2, Stephen Daniels and Eoin Madigan 0-1 each. In fairness to Dungarvan, they never threw in the towel and they scored five of the last six scores of the moiety via Cormac Curran, 0-4f and Ryan Donnolly, the only nega-

tive being that the winners score was their third goal by Shane Ryan. This gave Brian Phelan’s charges a 3-10 to 1-9 interval lead and the two championship points were as good as in the bag. Dungarvan won the second half by 2-8 to 1-10 and they worked the scoreboard regularly answering further DLS scores. Shane Ryan was again the central figure, his 39th minute sideline cut from an acute angle over the bar was as good as any at the venue in recent times and his pointed frees kept the scoreboard ticking until he missed a few in the final quarter. Come the 41st minute, DLS enjoyed an 0-11 lead following Eoin Madigan’s goal from a Kevin Moran pass as the scoreboard read 4-13 to 1-11. The pace of the game never wilted and Dungarvan themselves raised their tally with scores by Colm Curran, 0-2, Cathal Curran and Cormac Curran, 0-1 each and Michael Kiely 0-2 giving a reading of 4-16 to 1-17 after 58

minutes. Four Shane Ryan scores opened the difference once more while on the call of normal time Aaron Donnolly had a Dungarvan goal effort well stopped by Shaun O’Brien. Three minutes of added time were announced during which Michael Kiely set up Colm Curran for a hard earned goal and the hurley less Patrick Curran kicked the 7th and final goal of the game to put a better look on the scoreboard from a Dungarvan point of view at 4-20 to 3-17. De La Salle were physically stronger all over the field, better in the air and their hurling was devastating. On the other hand, Dungarvan started too slow again and they made too many mistakes in defence and in their short passing game. At the same time, they contested to the finish, raised a tally of 3-17 and reduced their deficit to 0-6 at the long whistle. This was De La Salle best performance for some time, they

looked very good but it is still only the month of April and their aim now will be to produce this type of hurling right up to the end of the championship which will probably be in October. Dungarvan will have the summer to reflect on their deficiencies in this game and to learn from them before they meet another giant of the championship in Ballygunner in Round 3. DLS’s Top Three: Shane Ryan, Stephen Daniels, Eoin Madigan. Dungarvan’s Top Three: Darragh Lyons, Colm Curran, Aaron Donnolly. Observer’s Man of the Match: Shane Ryan. Number of Scorers: DLS 7. Dungarvan 8. Scores from Play: DLS 4-14. Dungarvan 3-10. Frees For: DLS 12. Dungarvan 13. Wides: DLS 13. Dungarvan 4. Score of the Match: DLS’s 20th minute goal engineered by Eoin Madigan and executed by Shane Ryan. Scorers – DLS: Shane Ryan 2-10 (4f, 1’sl’), Eoin Madigan and John Mullane 1-2 each, Shane McNulty 0-2f,

Dylan Foley, Stephen Daniels, Adam Farrell and Jake Dillon 0-1 each. Dungarvan: Cormac Curran 0-8 (7f), Colm Curran 1-2, Darragh Lyons and Patrick Curran 1-1 each, Michael Kiely 0-2, Gavin Crotty, Cathal Curran and Ryan Donnolly 0-1 each. De La Salle: Shaun O’Brien; Paddy Kennedy, Ian Flynn, Stephen Dalton; Shane McNulty, Kevin Moran, Stephen Daniels; Tom Moran, Eddie Barrett; David Greene, Dylan Foley, Jack Fagan; John Mullane, Eoin Madigan, Shane Ryan. Subs: Jack Dillon for Tom Moran (h/t), Adam Farrell for John Mullane and Eddie Meaney for David Greene (both 48)), Tom Moran for Eoin Madigan (58). Dungarvan: Darren Duggan; Aaron Donnolly, Conor Sheridan, Luke Egan; Michael Kiely, Jamie Nagle, Kieran Power; Darragh Lyons, Cathal Curran; Gavin Crotty, Colm Curran, Liam Ryan; Patrick Curran, Cormac Curran, Ryan Donnolly. Subs: John Curran for Conor Sheridan (16), Jack Lacey for Gavin Crotty (inj) and Sean Crotty for Liam Ryan (both 50). Referee: Anthony Fitzgerald (Passage).

MOUNT SION WINS CITY DERBY Mount Sion ……………………… 0-18; Roanmore ………………………… 0-8. AFTER losing their last two derby games, Mt. Sion prevented an inglorious three in a row with a comprehensive win over Roanmore in Walsh Park last Sunday afternoon. Sion needed to get their campaign back on track following the previous week’s defeat against Fourmilewater and they showed their intent from the off in the first half. When Roanmore went down to fourteen men early on the game opened up for them with Austin Gleeson and Stephen Roche taking advantage of the space to tip away at the points, with Ross

O’Keeffe also dangerous down the right side notching a couple of scores. Sion took a six point lead into the break, half time score Cnoc Sion 0-10; Roanmore 0-4. The winners continued with the work rate and commitment in the second half and even though they were down to thirteen men following the dismissals of O’Keeffe and Gleeson for second bookable offences they were well on top in all areas of the pitch and while it may not have been as fiery a derby as in recent years they got the job done and finished out the game with a ten point winning

margin, final score. From Roanmore’s viewpoint the early sending off of Shane Mackey was a blow but with Austin Gleeson and Stephen Roche on song Mount Sion always looked likely winners with other big performances from Michael Gaffney, Owen Whelan Peter Penkert, Donal Power and Ross O’Keeffe. For Roanmore Frank McGrath stood out in the centre of the defence with good support from Ray Connolly and Eoin Madigan but it was in attack that Roanmore really came up short and with Billy Nolan off form on the frees in the first half scores were difficult

to come by with just three points coming from open play. Scorers – Mount Sion: Stephen Roche (3Fs) and Austin Gleeson (2Fs, 1’65’) 0-6 each, Ross O’Keeffe 0-3, Jordan Broaders, Donal Power and Martin F. O’Neill 0-1 each. Roanmore: Billy Nolan 0-4 (Fs), David Murphy, Stephen Grant, Dean Reidy and Emmet O’Toole (F) 0-1 each. Mount Sion: Ian O’Regan, Mark Hoban, Aaron Coady, Ben Flanagan, John Dee, Michael Gaffney, Peter Penkert, Owen Whelan, Donal Power, Ross O’Keeffe, Jordan Broaders, Austin

Gleeson, Evan McGrath, John Kennedy, Stephen Roche. Subs: Stephen O’Neill for Flanagan (2), Martin F. O’Neill for McGrath (41), Mikey Daykin for Broaders (57). Roanmore: David Barrett, Tony O’Brien, Shane Mackey, Charlie Chester, Ray Connolly, Frank McGrath, Stephen Grant, Eamonn Power, Dean Reidy, Daniel Murphy, Eoin Madigan, Paul O’Sullivan, Chris Dempsey, Billy Nolan, Emmet O’Toole. Subs: Dale Hayes for Connolly (34), Shane Nolan for Reidy (42), Josh O’Brien for Grant(56). Referee: Alan Kissane (Dunhill).

Clearcut win for Passage Passage ……………………………. 2-20; Portlaw …………………..………… 0-12. PASSAGE got their senior hurling challenge up and running following a fourteen point victory over Portlaw at Walsh Park in the first of the two senior hurling matches their on Sunday last. D. J. Foran opened the scoring in the second minute when he pointed from play and he finished the game

with nine points to his credit. Passage then equalised in the 3rd minute when Eoin Connors pointed a free. The decisive scores for Passage cam in the 17th and 19th minutes when first Eoin Kelly and then Richard Hurley goaled to give Passage a 2-7 to 0-6 lead. Portlaw tagged on four points by the half time whistle to see them trail 2-9 to 0-10 at the short whistle.

The second half was all one way traffic and Portlaw could only add two points to their tally both frees by D. J. Foran in the 36th and 44th minutes and in the end Passage ran out easy winners with Eoin Connors ending the day with a total of ten points to his credit, seven from placed balls. The full forward line for Passage contributed 2-6 between them

Passage: E. Lynch, C. O'Neill, J. Roche, J. Flood, D. Lynch, N. Connors, G. Cullinane, K. Fitzgerald (0-1), P. Walsh, T. Connors (0-1), S. Lynch, E. Connors (0-10, 0-7fs), A. Connors (0-2), R. Hurley (1-2), E. Kelly (1-2). Substitutes: L. Flynn (0-1) for K. Fitzgerald, C. Carey (0-1) for S. Lynch, S. Barlow for J. Flood.

Portlaw: L. Power, G. Morahan, S. Foran, P. Boylan, C. Mackey (0-1), J. Walshe, M. Donnelly, N. Fitzgerald (0-1), F. Galvin, S. Power, D. Rockett, T. McGrath, B. O'Connor (0-1), D.J. Foran (0-9, 0-5fs), C. Fraher. Subs. N. Mackey for P. Boylan, J. Murphy for T. McGrath, G. O'Connor for C. Fraher, T. McGrath for C. Mackey. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

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Lismore continues on their winning way JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 2

Lismore's Pauric Prendergast in action with Fourmilewater's Dylan Guiry during Round 2 of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford senior hurling championship match in Fraher Field.[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lismore …………………. 3-15; Fourmilewater …………. 1-16. WITH nine goals and twenty eight points scored in their opening two senior hurling championship games on their return to the top tier of Waterford club hurling, Lismore, with two wins under their belt are staring qualification for the knockout stages in the face with games to come against Roanmore, Mt. Sion and Portlaw. The Cathedral town side were most deserving winners of this match at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening against a Fourmilewater team that failed to produce the sparkle they displayed when accounting easily for Mt. Sion at the same venue the previous week. Both teams were short key players, Conor Gleeson with a broken hand for Fourmilewater and Ray Barry, leg injury and John Prendergast, ill, though the latter did appear in the 23rd minute, for a

Lismore side that are playing with great confidence at present. Conor Gleeson was an obvious loss to the Ballymacarbry side but it doesn’t excuse this lifeless performance which was the complete opposite of the very impressive one given against the Monastery men the previous week. In front of an attendance that paid €2,325 to witness this Fraher Field double, Maurice Shanahan was again a key player for the winners and although carrying an impairing foot injury he still finished the hour the top scorer with a tally of 1-8. Brother Dan is the leading championship goal scorer as we enter the summer recess and there was just one minute after elapsing in this encounter when he rattled the net from a Jordan Shanahan delivery. Maurice added a point and even at this early stage the winners’ hurling was crisper than their opposition.

Jake Mulcahy and Tom Barron opened Fourmilewater’s account but they never led in this game as Maurice Shanahan replied from play and from frees consistently to scores such as those by Jamie (f) and Tom Barron, Dylan Guiry and Shane Walsh, though equilibrium was attained by the 19th minute on a score of 1-4 to 0-7. A Jordan Shanahan score and Lismore’s second green flag engineered by Dan Shanahan and finished to the net by Jack Prendergast in the 21st minute reopened Dave Barry’s charges lead to 2-5 to 0-7. Both free takers traded white flags following which Fourmilewater received a badly needed injection of a goal when Tom Barron’s long delivery was finished to the country end goal by Jake Mulcahy, 2-6 to 1-8. Importantly for Lismore, Dan Shanahan replied with a score from play and Jamie Barron similarly

finished the first half scoring with a contender for score of the match as the board rested for the interval at 2-7 to 1-9 in Lismore’s favour. Lismore won the second moiety by 1-8 to 0-7 and the key score arrived in the 51st minute when Maurice Shanahan’s third championship goal left 0-6 the difference at 3-13 to 1-13. This motivated Fourmilewater to up their performance but it was a case of leaving their efforts too late to take something from this game. Jake Mulcahy and Jamie Barron, 0-2 (1f) left just one puck of the sliotar the difference by the 57th minute, 3-13 to 1-16 but Shane Walsh and Barron also struck two wides while Maurice Shanahan finished off the scoring with a pointed free and a ’65’ to ensure an 0-5 winning margin. Earlier in the half, Sean Reaney, who impressed throughout, sub Brendan Landers and Stevie Barry

assisted Dan and Maurice Shanahan on the score sheet in contrast to Fourmilewater depending on scores from frees by Dylan Guiry and Jamie Barron. It’s all rosy up Lismore way at the moment so with a 100% successful start to the championship while Fourmilewater will be disappointed at this display after such a good start to the championship the previous week. Lismore’s Top Three: Maurice Shanahan, Dan Shanahan, Paudie Prendergast. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Jake Mulcahy, Jamie Barron, Tom Barron. Observer’s Man of the Match: Maurice Shanahan. Number of Scorers: Lismore 7. Fourmilewater 5. Scores From Play: Lismore 3-6. Fourmilewater 1-9. Frees For: Lismore 9. Fourmilewater 15. Wides: Lismore 6. Fourmilewater 13. Score of the Match: Maurice Shanahan’s 51st minute goal for

Lismore. Scorers – Lismore: Maurice Shanahan 1-9 (6f, 1’65’), Dan Shanahan 1-2, Jack Prendergast 1-0, Jordan Shanahan, Finbarr Reaney, Stevie Barry and Brendan Landers 0-1 each. Fourmilewater: Jamie Barron 0-8 (5f), Jake Mulcahy 1-2, Dylan Guiry 0-3 (2f), Tom Barron 0-2, Shane Walsh 0-1. Lismore: Seanie Barry; Pat Hennessy, David Prendergast, Aaron Whelan; Sean Reaney, Paudie Prendergast, Kenny Moore; Jordan Shanahan, Jack Prendergast; Stevie Barry, Maurice Shanahan, Finbarr Reaney; Peter O’Keeffe, Dan Shanahan, Ronan Landers. Sub: John Prendergast for Ronan Landers (23), Brendan Landers for Jordan Shanahan (33). Fourmilewater: Stephen Ryan; Dermot Ryan, Thomas O’Gorman, Justin Walsh; Shane Ryan, Maurice O’Gorman, Diarmuid Murphy; Tom Barron, Jamie Barron; Seamus Lawlor, Dylan Guiry, Jake Mulcahy; Kenny Brazil, Graig Guiry, Shane Walsh. Sub: Ciaran Walsh for Kenny Brazil (42). Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Improved second half performance by Ballyduff JJ KAVANAGH AND SONS COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballygunner …………….… 1-26; Ballyduff ………………...… 0-13. WHEN you play Ballygunner in the senior hurling championship, invariably there is going to be just one result, a win for the three in a row champions. Clubs here in the West hope to take something from the hour’s hurling and that is not always easy such as confining the Gunners’ goal tally and reaching double figures themselves on the scoreboard. Well, though beaten comprehensively last Saturday night at the Fraher Field, Ballyduff achieved both and their second half performance was a credit to their players who tried up to the very end. Ballygunner’s movement around the field, their accurate passing and the quality of their scores highlighted once again the calibre of their team.

It may be easier said than done, but man to man tight marking with concentration on giving the Gunners as little space as possible and not standing off them is perhaps the only way of challenging their supremacy. This room they received again last Saturday at the Shandon venue and the scores flowed in a first half at the end of which they led by 1-19 to 0-7. The only green flag of the hour arrived in the 22nd minute when Peter Hogan put Brian O’Sullivan in on goal at the country end of the grounds but this was the only occasion that the alert throughout David Walsh was required to take the sliotar out of his net. A study on Peter Hogan is an interesting one. He is plagued by hamstring injuries for months but was lined out against Tallow in the first round heavily strapped and started again last weekend. The inevitable happened and he came off injured in the 45th minute, limping

badly and he is now back to square one. The Gunners have a treasury of talent but was there a need to play Hogan in the first two rounds or keep him fit until later in the summer? The winners were awesome in a first half where Pauric Mahony, Brian and Barry O’Sullivan dominated the scoring though Ballyduff keeper David Walsh denied Mahony a penalty goal as early as the 4th minute. Centre back Shane Kearney was very prominent throughout and in both rounds to date he has more than held his own against the two top teams. County player Mikey Kearney joined the ‘2017 sideline club’ with his 16th minute effort, now in the company of Shane Ryan (DLS), Austin Gleeson (Mt. Sion), Tommy Ryan (Tallow), Colm Roche (Shamrocks) and Keith Landers. Ballygunners first wide was in the 20th minute at a stage when they led by 0-12 to 0-3 and the general

opinion in the grounds was that De La Salle are the only team that could threaten their four in a row ambitions in ’17. The second half was played more on Ballyduff’s terms and they played very well to be just 0-1 off the champions in this moiety. Shane Kearney and Andrew Casey claimed their second point in this half, Jamie Kearney scored two from play and Mikey Kearney (f) and Cian Leamy also raised white flags. Ballygunner scored twice from play in the second half via Barry O’Sullivan and Tim O’Sullivan, their final score from play being in the 44th minute, Pauric Mahony pointed five frees and they accumulated eight wides here and ten in all. Conor Power, Wayne Hutchinson and Conor Sheahan were among their first half point scorers. Ballyduff, inexplicably, when trailing by 1-23 to 0-11 in the 53rd

minute introduced two of their junior players Sean Casey and Thomas McDonagh, rendering them ineligible for their junior championship game with Dungarvan (which they won) the following morning. As in all these cases, one wonders how much senior game time they will have for the remainder of the championship. Ballygunner’s Top Three: Brian O’Sullivan, Pauric Mahony, Wayne Hutchinson. Ballyduff’s Top Three: Shane Kearney, David Walsh, Mikey Kearney. Observer’s Man of the Match: Brian O’Sullivan. Number of Scorers: Ballygunner 6. Ballyduff 6. Scores from Play: Ballygunner 1-17. Ballyduff 0-9. Frees For: Ballygunner 11. Ballyduff 7. Wides: Ballygunner 10. Ballyduff 3. Score of the Match: Mikey Kearney’s 16th minute sideline cut for Ballyduff. Scorers – Ballygunner: Pauric

Mahony 0-13 (8f, 1’65’), Brian O’Sullivan 1-4, Barry O’Sullivan and Tim O’Sullivan 0-3 each, Conor Power, Conor Sheahan and Wayne Hutchinson 0-1 each. Ballyduff: Mikey Kearney 0-5 (3f, 1’sl’), Andrew Casey, Shane Kearney and Jamie Kearney 0-2 each, Michael Kearney and Cian Leamy 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Wayne Hutchinson, Eddie Hayden, Ian Kenny; Harley Barnes, Philip Mahony, David O’Sullivan; Shane O’Sullivan, Conor Sheahan; Barry O’Sullivan, Pauric Mahony, Conor Power; Peter Hogan, Brian O’Sullivan, Tim O’Sullivan. Sub: David Walsh for Peter Hogan (inj, 45). Ballyduff: David Walsh; Oran Leamy, Cian Leamy, Shane Hannon; Conor Murray, Shane Kearney, Michael Kearney; Seamus Hannon, Eoghan Murray; Eoin Scanlon, Mikey Kearney, Jamie Kearney; Eoin O’Brien, Andrew Casey, Kevin Casey. Subs: Sean Casey for Eoin Scanlon and Thomas McDonagh for Eoin OBrien (both 53). Referee: Noel Kelly (Erin’s Own).

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Abbeyside Senior Hurling team that defeated Tallow on Sundy evening last at the Fraher Field. Back Row (left to right): Eoin Enright, Laurence Power, Seamus Ryan, Michael Maher, Stephen Enright, Neil Montgomery, Shane Crotty, Maurice Power, Michael O’Halloran, Patrick Hurney, Sean Daly, Stephen O’Connor, Eoin Brackett, Mchael Foley, Mark Gorman. Front Row: Left to Right : Evan Collins, David Collins, Brian Looby, James Mahony, Darragh McGrath, Mark Ferncombe, Sean O’Hare, Tiernan Murray, John Elsted, Richie Foley, Eoin Kiely.

Montgomery’s points clinches Villagers’ victory JJ KAVANAGH COUNTY SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Abbeyside …………………0-19; Tallow ……………………… 0-18. FOR entertainment value, this second round senior hurling championship game at the Shandon venue last Sunday evening was top of the bill of the six scheduled fixtures over the weekend. The scores were tied a dozen times in all and it took a touch of class from Abbeyside’s eighteen years old Neil Montgomery to separate the teams at the final whistle. Four minutes of added time were announced at the tail end of this thrilling contest and in the 61st minute, Ian Beecher’s peach of a point from a pinpoint pass by Evan Sheehan looked to have secured the Bridesiders’ first win in the championship. At this stage it is usually an experienced player that saves the day if it is going to happen at all but on this occasion it fell to one of the youngest players afield, Neil Montgomery to give the attendance

that paid €1,201 a Roy of the Rovers style finish. Montgomery’s controlled soloing of the ball en route to goal despite close attention culminated in the equaliser in the 64th minute and when he duplicated this act one minute later, he guided his side into the winner’s enclosure for their initial win in this their second championship encounter. This was a tremendous way to win a game and on the other hand a terrible way to lose one. Level at 0-10 each at the short whistle and at 0-17 each at the end of normal time, nobody could have quibbled with a share of the spoils here but moments of special passages of play settled the issue and kept Abbeyside on course for a place in the championship quarter finals. Tallow didn’t score from play in their game the previous week against Ballygunner but they were off the mark here after just 19 seconds when Paul O’Brien and Evan Sheehan placed Ian Beecher for the opening score. This was as good as it got for them for the next

ten minutes or so, though, as the local side took command with a litany of scores in quick succession by Richie Foley, Patrick Hurney (2), Mark Ferncombe, 0-3 (2f), Michael O’Halloran and John Elsted, to lead by 0-8 to 0-2 with a sole response from play by Paul O’Brien. The Villagers were doing all the hurling at this point but Tallow gradually got back into contention when they matched the pace of the game and a morale boosting point by Jordan Henley, three pointed frees by Tommy Ryan, one from play by the same player and one by Evan Sheehan had the sides level with 27 minutes played. In fact, the Bridesiders took the lead momentarily when Ryan fired over his fifth pointed free before Mark Ferncombe, 0-2 (1f) edged the winners in front in the penultimate minute of the half. The same player missed the opportunity to go two points clear before Tommy Ryan (f) sent the teams in as they came out 32 minutes earlier, on level terms. Paul O’Brien went off injured

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Ballysaggart win in Cappoquin Ballysaggart ……………. 2-18; Stradbally …………………0-12. MOSSIE Casey’s charges got their 2017 Western hurling campaign off to the best of starts in Cappoquin last Friday evening with an 0-12 win over Stradbally. Shane Bennett and Ronan Walsh raised the green flags for Ballysaggart, the three Bennett brothers accounted for the greater half of their scores while Ken Cashell chipped in with 0-4 from

play. Midfielders Michael Walsh and Shane Ahearne were once again on the scoreboard for the Reds, who have some improvement to do if they are going to challenge for honours this year. Ballysaggart: Matty Meagher; Stephen Mangan, Kieran Fennessy, Liam O’Gorman; Eugene O’Brien, Darren Meagher, Sam Ryan.Kieran Bennett, Chris O’Gorman; Christy Murphy,

Shane Bennett, Ken Casghell; Stephen Bennett, Ronan Walsh, Michael Ryan. Stradbally: Trevor Curran; Ciaran Cusack, Shane Lannon, Ger Crowley; Cathal Cusack, Robert Aherne, Luke Casey; Shane Aherne, Michael Walsh; Daniel Weldon, Ger Power, Paul Tobin; Cormac Gough, Jack Navin, Nicky Power. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

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Shamrocks shine in Tourin Shamrocks ………………..…………………… 4-20; Modeligo …………………….…………………… 1-8. NA Seamroga got their second string championship campaign off to a lively start with a big win over a gallant Modeligo team in Tourin last Friday evening and they should be there or there abouts when the silverware is being presented. Shamrocks: Liam Murphy; Martin Delaney, Tom Baldwin, Michael Lucey; Michael O’Neill, Tom O’Neill, Liam Dalton; Tom Roche, John Murphy; Ed O’Neill, Bernie Kelleher, Billy Hynes; Seamus Murphy, Dan O’Neill, Eamonn Mac Firbhisigh.

Subs: John Anthony Kelly, Padraig Tobin, Alan Kelly, Keegan O’Farrell, Conor O’Goilin, Joe O’Neill, Seamus Tobin. Modeligo: John Power; Derek Kelly, Gavin Foley, Nicky Dalton; Paul Wright, Donal O’Keeffe, Anthony Reddy; Gary Power, Mike Bumster; Micheal Power, Nicky O’Donovan, James Ryan; J. P. Ryan, Jamie Meehan, Tommy Buckley. Referee: Killian O’Sullivan (Cappoquin). WALKOVER In the other scheduled junior ‘C’ game, Cappoquin conceded to An Rinn.

during that first half after 18 minutes while Shaun Sullivan made a fine save from John Elsted in the 24th minute. The second half was a pleasure to watch compared to some of the twelve games played in the championship the past two weeks. It was level on eight occasions and the outcome was a mystery right up to the last few pucks of the ball. Neil Montgomery, who scored 0-4 in total in the second half, opened his account after just 32 seconds and the evenness of the teams ensured that there was never more than 0-1 between them for the next 35 minutes. Whereas Tallow were depending on pointed frees by Tommy Ryan, a half dozen of them and just two from play by Tommy Daly and Ian Beecher, five of Abbeyside’s second moiety scores also came from placed balls but the difference came in open play via Neil Montgomery’s four white flags. That the teams were evenly matched is a certainty but the result creates a difference between them

Score of the Match: Neil Montgomery’s winning point for Abbeyside in the 65th minute. Scorers – Abbeyside: Mark Ferncombe 0-9 (8f), Neil Montgomery 0-4, Patrick Hurney 0-2, Richie Foley 0-2(1f), Michael O’Halloran and John Elsted 0-1 each. Tallow: Tommy Ryan 0-12 (11f), Ian Beecher 0-2, Paul O’Brien, Jordan Henley, Evan Sheehan and Tommy Daly 0-1 each. Abbeyside: Stephen Enright; Brian Looby, Sean O’Hare, Darragh McGrath; Maurice Power, James O’Mahony, Evan Collins; Richie Foley, John Elsted; Neil Montgomery, Mark Ferncombe, David Collins; Michael O’Halloran, Patrick Hurney, Sean Daly. Substitutes: Shane Crotty for Sean Daly (40), Eoin Kiely for David Collins (55). Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Jake Beecher, David O’Brien, Robbie Geary; Kieran Geary, Mark O’Brien, Robbie Beecher; Jordan Henley, Tommy Daly; Ian Beecher, Bob McCarthy, Thomas Ryan; Paul O’Brien, Evan Sheehan, Darah Buckley. Subs.: Darragh Mulcahy for Darah Buckley. Jake Neville for Paul O’Brien. Referee: Nicky O‘Toole (St. Paul’s).

now on the championship table with the next three games, whenever they will be played, informing us of the future prospects of both. Tallow will welcome back Ryan Grey from his hand injury for the resumption of the championship. The championship is really up and running now after two rounds of games and it has caught the imagination of all local Gaels. The pity is, it now estivates for the rest of the summer and in anyone’s opinion this is pure and utter sporting madness and an ideal way to kill club hurling in the county if you were looking for a reason to do so. Abbeyside’s Top Three: Neil Montgomery, Richie Foley, Darragh McGrath. Tallow’s Top Three: Tommy Ryan, David O’Brien, Ian Beecher. Observer’s Man of the Match: Neil Montgomery. Number of Scorers: Abbeyside 6. Tallow 6. Scores from Play: Abbeyside 0-10. Tallow 0-7. Frees For: Abbeyside 15. Tallow 17. Wides: Abbeyside 8. Tallow 4.

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An Rinn and Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg finish level An Rinn ……………………0-17; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg …. 0-17. AN Rinn seemed likely winners of another closely contested Intermediate hurling championship match at the Fraher Field last Sunday when they led first round winners Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg by 0-17 to 0-15 with 54 minutes on the clock. However, in the day of draws that was in it, the only game of the three that didn’t produce a goal also finished on even terms. Both sides contained just a handful of scorers each with Clashmore/Kinsalebeg’s Edmond O’Halloran landing 0-8(5f), Tadhg De Burca 0-4 (3f), Brian O’Halloran 0-3 and Declan Allen and Killian O’Keeffe 0-1 each. The game’s top scorer was An Rinn’s Donie Breathnach with 0-11 (9f) to his credit while Tadhg O hUallachain chipped in with 0-3 from play. Liam O Lonain and Fearghal O Ceallaigh raised one white flag each. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg are now joined top with Modeligo in Group 1 of the championship Clashmore/Kinsalebeg:

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McGrath; Ciaran Bourke, Jason Seward, Adam O’Sullivan; Sean Burke, Tadhg De Burca, Ronan Fitzgerald; Declan Allen, Edmond O’Halloran; Cillian O’Keeffe, James O’Leary, Brian O’Halloran; Paddy Prendergast, Darren Foley, Aidan Trihy. Sub: Brian Lynch for Ronan Fitzgerald. An Rinn: Donall O Murchadha; Lorcan O Corraoin; Darach O Cathasaigh, Conchubar O Cuirrin;

Shane O Cuirrin, Ray O Ceallaigh, Nollaig O Murchadha; Ferdia O hAodha, Tadhg O hUallachain; Padraig O Murchu, Donie Breathnach, Cathal O Cuirrin; Fearghal O Cuirrin, Liam O Lonain, Fearghal O Ceallaig. Fir Ionaid : Jamie De Baruin do Cathal O Cuirrin, Christy Breathnach to Fearghal O Ceallaigh agus Deaglan O hArtaigh do Ferdia O hAodha (gortaithe). Referee: Tom Mansfield (Affane).

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A DAY OF INTERMEDIATE HURLING DRAWS THE Western Intermediate hurling championship is rightly regarded as the purple ribbon promotion of the Western Board and also one quite rightly which they are determined to protect and to continue well into the future. If further proof of its specialness was required then last Sunday produced plenty evidence when all three games listed ended in draws and two of them in the most exciting of fashion.

Late point secures draw for Cappoquin Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Team captains Colm Looby (Cappoquin) and Tom O’Donovan (Shamrocks) pictured before their intermediate hurling championship game in Lismore last Sunday.

Shamrocks ……………….. 1-21; Cappoquin …………….….. 1-21. THE attractiveness of Western clubs playing championship hurling at western venues was manifested last Sunday at the Lismore GAA field when a fine attendance turned up to see a splendidly contested game between close neighbours Cappoquin and Shamrocks. Cappoquin held a healthy 0-5 lead at half-time on a score of 1-10 to 0-8 but credit the men from Cnoc an Oir, they turned in a very noticeable second half spirited performance and by the 40th minute they had attained equality on the scoreboard at 1-2 to 0-15. The second half was a real ding

dong affair, the sides were level on seven occasions and though at the very end when it looked as if the game would not end in a draw, it eventually did when Shane O’Rourke lofted over his pointed free to deservingly bring a share of the bacon home for Cappoquin. Overall, in this thoroughly enjoyable encounter, Cappoquin scores came easier and if they had controlled their indiscipline especially in the second half, then they would have taken both championship points. Colm Roche was in top-class free-taking form as was his direct opponent Shane O’Rourke. Roche punished Cappoquin indiscretions

on eight occasions in the second moiety as well as scoring 1-1 from play. His goal, pouncing on a rebound off the upright delivered by a free by older brother Shane in the 64th minute, looked to have dramatically snatched the win over last year’s senior opposition but in the final play, Shane O’Rourke, as cool as a cucumber, slotted over the 9th and final match equaliser. The Cappoquin marksman scored 0-15 (11f, 1’65’) in total here. The key score in the first half was Cappoquin’s 20th minute goal engineered by Tommy McCarthy, who was most dangerous when running at the opposing defence, and executed by Killian O’Sullivan.

It put 0-6 between the sides and a Cornerstone victory looked very much on the cards at this stage. Shamrocks lost full back John O’Donovan to injury before halftime, bringing on Ed Hynes in attack and rejigging their defence. Shamrocks were the better team after the interval. They won this period by 1-13 to 0-11 but at the end of the hour a draw was the just result and one which both teams on reflection will be glad to have attained. Both teams scored 1-9 from play and had six scorers each. Cappoquin’s Top Three: Shane O’Rourke, Aaron O’Sullivan, Keith Landers.

Shamrocks Top Three: Colm Roche, Chris Murphy, John Paul Lucey. Observer’s Man of the Match: Colm Roche. Number of Scorers: Cappoquin 6. Shamrocks 5. Scores From Play: 1-9. Shamrocks 1-9. Frees For: Cappoquin 15. Shamrocks 18. Wides: Cappoquin 9. Shamrocks 7. Score of the Match: Shamrocks engineered by Shane Roche and Joe Leahy and executed by Ed Lonergan. Scorers – Cappoquin: Shane O’Rourke 0-15 (11f, 1’65’), Killian O’Sullivan 1-0, Aaron O’Sullivan 0-3, Keith Landers 0-1 ‘sl’, Andy Molumby and Paul Murray 0-1 each. Shamrocks: Colm Roche 1-16 (12f, 1’sl’), John Paul Lucey, Chris Murphy,

Kelvin O’Farrell, Ed Hynes and Ed Lonergan 0-1 each. Cappoquin: Darren Curran; Pat Morrissey, Colm Looby, Tim Looby; Kevin Looby, Matthew Noonan, David Cahalane; Paul Murray, Keith Landers; Andy Molumby, Shane O’Rourke, Tommy McCarthy; Aaron O’Sullivan, Jack Mangan, Killian O’Sullivan. Sub: Shane Coughlan for Killian O’Sullivan (56). Shamrocks: Kieran O’Keeffe; Adam Crawford, John O’Donovan, Brian Harnedy; Cathal Herlihy, Padraig Aherne, Shane Roche; Chris Murphy, Tom O’Donovan; Ed Lonergan, Stephen Lucey, JP Lucey; Joe Leahy, Colm Roche, Kelvin O’Farrell. Subs: Ed Hynes for John O’Donovan (inj.)

Pa O’Donovan’s 63rd minute goal earns Modeligo a draw Brickeys ……………………3-13; Modeligo ……………………2-16. IT wasn’t that it was a rasper of a shot by Modeligo’s Pa O’Donovan from a close-in free that scored this goal, rather it was a case of too many players in front of an unsighted Brickey net minder Jamie Kiely that prevented him from seeing the sliotar in the first place. Brickeys looked to have the game won, and nobody could have begrudged them on their overall display and dominancy in the second half but credit Modeligo, they used all of their experience once again to carve out a draw here and maintain their unbeaten start to the championship. Brickeys got off to a lightning start in this most enjoyable and much looked forward to encounter in the second game at the Fraher Field last Sunday afternoon. Carthach Barry and Conor McGrath had points on the board before breaking a sweat and when Cathal Curran’s shot ended up in the net, Brickey’s championship survival kit was well and truly opened. Cormac Curran added a further Brickey point in the 4th minute before Tom Devine opened Modeligo’s account with a 6th minute point and it could have been a goal. A second Cormac Curran point was followed by two Modeligo scores via Pa Walsh and Jamie Troy (f) before Conor Morrissey raised a second Brickey green flag as the scoreline read 2-4 to 0-3 and

just ten minutes on the clock. However, there was never going to be any runaway winner here as Modeligo are a true and tested championship outfit. Within three minutes there was only 0-2 the difference as Gavin Dalton and Jamie Troy (f) raised white flags either side of a green one by Tom Devine from a Pa Walsh delivery, 2-4 to 1-5. Cathal Curran was forced to retire injured in the 19th minute to be replaced by Dylan O’Donovan and though Modeligo were back in the hunt for honours they never led at any stage in either half, the teams being level four times in total. Scores by an inform Tom Devine (2), Jamie Troy, Pa O’Donovan and Gavin Dalton for Modeligo and replies by Carthach Barry and Cormac Curran (f) for the Bushy Park men saw the teams re-enter the dressing rooms on an equal footing of 2-7 (B) to 1-10 (M). The Brickeys started the second half as they did the first and within nine minutes they had changed the scoreboard to 3-9 to 1-11. Conor Phelan and Pa O’Donovan had exchanged points and Cormac Curran pounced on a high delivery from Cormac O’Grady, after Carthach Shalloe had skilfully tipped the sliotar away and off Pa Walsh’s hurley, as Curran scored the Brickeys third goal of the hour. Curran followed up with a pointed free and when Carthach Barry lofted over his third point from play, his team were to the good by 3-10 to 1-11 at the dawning of the

final quarter. Though 0-5 behind and under the cosh generally, a comeback of sorts was expected from the former champions and indeed it was not long in materialising. Jamie Troy and Thomas Walsh, who had replaced Nicky O’Donovan at halftime, pointed but Brickeys’ match winning determination again surfaced and Cormac O’Grady and Conor McGrath with a contender for score of the match, replied with two fine scores. Brickeys had secured their 0-5 lead once again on a score of 3-12 to 1-13 and five minutes of playing time left. Tom Devine scored in the 53rd minute with Carthach Barry doing likewise three minutes later, 3-13 to 1-14. It proved to be their last time working the scoreboard but even though Jamie Troy (f) and John McGrath landed scores for Modeligo before the end of normal time, The Brickeys looked good for the win unless they would concede a goal! Well the rest is history with Pa O’Donovan’s late equaliser. Brickeys came to the Fraher Field determined to win both points but they had to be content with one while Modeligo are again on course for a spot in the quarter or semifinals. Brickeys aren’t out of the reckoning yet and games to come against An Rinn and Ballinameela may yet see them progress to the knockouts. Brickeys Top Three: Carthach Barry, Cormac Curran, Mark Cummins.

Referee Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin) pictured with team captains Sean O’Donovan (Modeligo) and Mark Cummins (Brickeys). Modeligo’s Top Three: Tom Devine, Gavin Dalton, Brian McCarthy. Man of the Match: Carthach Barry. Number of Scorers: Brickeys 7. Modeligo 7. Scores from Play: Brickeys 3-11. Modeligo 1-13. Frees For: Brickeys 6. Modeligo 13. Wides: Brickeys 12. Modeligo 11. Score of the Match: Conor McGrath’s 50th minute point from play for the Brickeys. Scorers – Brickeys: Cormac Curran 1-4 (2f), Carthach Barry 0-4, Cathal Curran and

Conor Morrissey 1-0 each, Conor McGrath and Cormac O’Grady 0-2 each, Conor Phelan 0-1. Modeligo: Tom Devine 1-4, Pa O’Donovan 1-2 (1-0f), Jamie Troy 0-5 (3f), Gavin Dalton 0-2, Pa Walsh, Thomas Walsh and John McGrath 0-1 each. Brickeys: Jamie Kiely; Mark Cummins, Johnny Cooney, Conor Whelan; Carthach Shalloe, Philly Walsh, Shane Nugent; Cormac O’Grady, Conor Phelan; John Morrissey, Conor McGrath, Carthach Barry; Conor Morrissey, Cormac Curran, Cathal

Curran. Substitute: Dylan O’Donovan for Cathal Curran (inj, 19). Modeligo: Cian O’Byrne; Sean O’Donovan, Brian McCarthy, Richie McGrath; Nicky O’Donovan, John McGrath, Pat Fitzgerald; Rian Reddy, Kieran McCarthy; Gavin Dalton, Tom Devine, Pa Walsh; Jamie Troy, Shane Troy, Pa O’Donovan. Substitutes: Thomas Walsh for Nicky O Donovan (h/t), Sean Hennessy for Richie McGrath (47). Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Cappoquin).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Local Bar Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling Championship

Colligan win local derby

Pictured enjoying the Western intermediate hurling championship game in Lismore last Sunday were (left to right): Eamon Costin, Eamonn Cliffe, Billy Tobin, Michael Murray, Frankie Corcoran and Flor Harnedy.

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Brendan Hannon gives exhibition of free-taking Ballyduff ……………………1-17; Dungarvan ……………….… 3-9. BALLYDUFF led from the start in this first round game played in Cappoquin last Sunday morning. Indiscipline in the Blues defence created many scoring opportunities for the Reds and none better that Brendan Hannon to take advantage as he turned back the clock with a 100% success rate from placed balls. Hannon fired over 0-4f in the first half and one from play while Brian Kearney at centre forward used his pace to raise a brace of white flags. Sean Kenny, Bill Keane (2) and Colin Keane also got on the scoresheet while full forward Wayne

Power availed of a mix up in the Dungarvan defence to score his side’s only goal. Dungarvan’s top scorer in the first half was Ian Sheehan with a goal and a point and Aidan Kirwan and Gavin Power (f) also contributed. Half-time score: Ballyduff 1-11; Dungarvan 1-3. The second moiety saw Brendan Hannon score all of his sides six scores from placed balls as Dungarvan conceded further easy frees. This proved costly in the end as the Blues won the second half by 2-6 to 0-6 with Ian Sheehan grabbing a second goal and John Havens his first. Points were recorded by Gavin

Power 0-2 (1f), Rian Crotty 0-3f and sub. Brendan Cullinan a point. Ballyduff: Conor Sheehan; Kenneth Geary, Maurice McNamara, Eanna Hyland; Colm Horgan Ger Feeney, Sean Cunningham; Tommy Feeney, Sean Kenny; Michael McCormack, Brian Kearney, Bill Keane; Brendan Hannon, Wayne Power, Colin Keane. Subs: Conor Hannon for Kenneth Geary, Adam Feeney for Sean Kenny. Dungarvan: Craig Barry; Donnachadha Kirwan, Darragh Fitzgerald, Ger Cusack; Peter Queally, Rian Crotty, Sean Hyslop; Gavin Power, Mick Devine; Gary Donnolly, Aidan Kirwan, Mark Boland; Denis Kirwan, Ian Sheehan, John Havens. Subs: Brendan Cullinan for Denis Kirwan, Luke O’Callaghan for Mark Boland. Referee: Stephen Pratt (Tallow).

Good weekend for Lismore Lismore …………………… 2-13; Fourmilewater ………………2-4. FOLLOWING their senior second win in succession in the senior championship the previous evening, the juniors made it a welcome double for the club when they scored a comprehensive 2-13 to 2-4 win over Fourmilewater in Colligan last Sunday morning.

The game was level up to the short whistle at 1-5 (Lismore) to 2-2 (Fourmilewater) but the winners added 1-8 to just 0-2 for Fourmile on the restart. Lismore: John McGrath; Damien Prendergast, Emmet Quann, Jeff Howard; Des Twomey, Shane Heaphy, David Smith; Elliot Coolbear, Daniel O’Keeffe; Cathal Fitzgerald, Eric

O’Sullivan, Daragh Foley; Paddy Foley, Philip O’Keeffe, Robert Troy. Fourmilewater: Ger Peters; Alan McGrath, Paddy Lawlor, James Gough; Patrick O’Gorman, Aidan Condon, Cian Boyle; Sean Ryan, Eamonn Wall; David Nugent, J. P. Fitzgerald, Lonan Carroll; Patrick Flynn, Mark O’Connell, Darragh Flynn. Referee: Domhnall O Murchadha (An Rinn).

Abbeyside win well Abbeyside ………………… 1-25; Tallow ……………………..… 0-8. THIS Abbeyside outfit contested the western ‘A’ semi final last year so this comprehensive win over the Bridesiders at Bushy Park was more or less expected. Though they lost Eoin Kiely to their senior team last Sunday evening, the

Villagers should still have the reserve to go on and contest the latter stages of this championship. Abbeyside: Seamus Ryan; Stephen O’Connor, Gavin Breen, Mikey Coleman; Mark Twomey, Patrick Lynch, Diarmuid Henley; Michael Maher, David Sweeney; Eoin Brackett, James Beresford, Eoin Enright; Eoin Kiely,

First Round win for Glen Rovers Others to get on the scoreboard for the winners included Gary O’Connor 0-3, Kevin Power 0-2 (1f), Diarmaid Nugent and Jack Houlihan 0-2 each and Darragh O’Rourke also scored a point. Paul Walsh scored 1-4 for Kilgobinet, Tomas Fahey 0-5 while Neil Phelan, Cormac Power, Ger Hickey and J. J. Fitzgerald all chipped in with 0-1 each. Glen Rovers: David Murray; Kevin O’Rourke, Craig O’Shea, Jason O’Neill; Robert Crowley, Kevin Power, James

the 18th minute 2-3 to 0-9. Sam Nix scored a goal for them in the 23rd minute and at the break Colligan led by three points 1-12 to 2-6. Gavin Whelan put them further ahead in the 31st minute with his second of five points and when Alan Walsh finished the ball to the St. Mary's net in the 39th minute there was six points between the sides. An Eoin Kearns free for St. Marys reduced the deficit and then St. Marys were awarded a penalty when their attacker was dragged down inside the large square and Eoin Kearns stepped up to give Dean McKenna no chance in the goal and there was still 14 minutes left to play. Colligan scored the next four points to lead by seven points with four minutes of normal time to play. Then came the grandstand finish and Brendan McGourty who had been switched from midfield to full forward caught the ball and turned and sent an unstoppable shot to the net to reduce the deficit to four points. John Wall then pointed his final free in the 59th minute and three minutes of added time was indicated. Gavin Whelan pointed in the

second minute of added time and when Mike Kearns got his second and St. Marys fifth goal in the 3rd minute of added time you could sense the nerves in the Colligan side. In fact St. Marys had one final attack on the Colligan goal but somehow the Colligan defence cleared their lines. The final whistle sounded to bring an exciting encounter to its conclusion with Colligan ahead by three points at the end but they were relieved to hear the final whistle and once again both these teams served up an exciting hours hurling and this time it was Colligan who were the happier of the two to get the points on offer. Colligan: D. McKenna, A. Dunford, J. N. Fennell, R. Bannon, D. Booth, P. J. Coffey, M. Flynn, R. Browne, C. Dunford (0-3), J. Wall (0-9, 0-7fs, 0-1 '65), J. Morrissey (0-1), G. Whelan (0-5), S. M. Nix (1-1), A. Walsh (1-0), R. Kiely. Subs. I. Fraher (0-1) for S. M. Nix, F. Duggan for A. Walsh (inj). St. Mary’s: J. P. Fitzpatrick, G. Hallinan, S. Fitzpatrick, T. Tobin, D. Tobin, D. Coffey, O. Barron, K. Sheehan (0-5), B. McGourty (1-0), S. Coffey, E. Kearns (1-2, 1-0 pen, 0-2fs), J. Skehan (0-1), J. Sheehan, M. Kearns (2-0), J. Power (1-0). Subs. C. Tobin for T. Tobin, R. Gleeson for J. Skehan. Referee: Pat Casey (Cappoquin).

Kilrossanty record great win over Tourin Kilrossanty …………………2-11; Tourin ……………………… 1-12. KILROSSANTY were in action on Saturday night at the Colligan venue for the second week running and while last week they left a five point lead slip, this time they held out for a hard fought victory over a Tourin side who continue to be short the services of county man Daragh Fives. Kilrossanty can thank Paul Keating, as his lion hearted display went a long way towards this victory. Kilrossanty who were also short the services of Stephen Pender and Niall Walsh started brightly, but recorded more wides than scores with eventually Oscar de Paor opening their account. David O’Brien got Tourin's first score with a great point. Frees were swapped by Donal Fitzgerald and Brendan Scanlan before Daragh Wilkinson finished a great move to the net. 1-

2 to 0-1 to Tourin. Tourin looked like they were going to quickly put the game beyond Kilrossanty, but instead it was Kilrossanty who drove on and added points by Donal Fitzgerald (3 frees) and scored two goals from Michael Walsh and Willie Brazil and another point from Oscar de Paor. Tourin’s centre back Brendan Scanlan, their best player throughout, kept his side in it with a well taken free and a point from play to leave the half time score 2-6 to 1-6 in Kilrossanty’s favour. On the turnover Kilrossanty got the first score with Paul Whyte lofting over a great point and Donal Fitzgerald scoring four frees to keep daylight between the sides. Tourin added scores through Kevin Leahy (2f), Brian Leahy a point, Sean Leahy a point, and Daragh Wilkinson two points.

Niall Fives got a second yellow card and saw the line, and try as Tourin might they couldn't get the goal they needed and Kilrossanty held out for a 2-11 to 1-12 victory. Tourin's top three were: Brendan Scanlan, Daragh Wilkinson and Kevin Leahy. Kilrossanty’s top three were: Paul Keating, Paul Whyte and Oscar de Paor. Man of the match: Paul Keating. Kilrossanty: Joey Veale; Eoin Houlihan, Killian Whelan, James Whyte; Emmet Doherty, Jim Maher, Mikey Hassett; Oscar De Par, 0-2, Paul Whuye 0-1; Donal Fitzgerald 0-8f, Pa Whyte, Alan Quinn; Willie Brazil 1-0. Michael Walsh 1-0, Paul Keating. Sub: Conor Hayes for Mikey Hassett (inj.). Tourin: Niall Leahy; Brian O’Donoghue, Tom O Brien, Mark Landers; Donal McGrath, Brendan Scanlan 0-3 (2f), Brian Leahy 0-1; Shane Fives, Sean Leahy 0-1; Kevin Leahy 0-3f, David O’Brien 0-1, Niall Fives; Daragh Wilkinson 1-2, Daniel Leahy, Sean Meaney 0-1.

Ardmore set the pace Colm Kindregan, Mark Gorman. Tallow: Brian Henley; Alan Curley, Jack Tobin, Aaron Pratt; Eric Hickey, Kieran Fraser, Michael Tobin; Michael Curley, Noel Condon; Kevin Henley, Martin Murphy, Shane Ryan; Will Curley, Sean Curley, Billy Henley. Subs: Cian Ryan for Aaron Pratt, Stewart Barry for Shane Ryan, Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys).

Local Bar Western ‘C’ Junior Hurling Championship Glen Rovers ……………… 1-16; Kilgobinet ………………… 1-13. MELLERAY Club Glen Rovers caused something of a surprise at Touraneena last Friday evening when they had three points to spare over Kilgobinet in the first round of the Junior ‘C’ hurling championship. Michael Crowley was once again the club’s top scorer with 0-5 (4f) to his credit while full forward Mark Montayne accounted for 1-1.

Colligan ……………………. 2-20; St. Marys ……………………. 5-8. COLLIGAN got a victory in their junior hurling championship game played at Cappoquin on Saturday evening following last week’s defeat. The margin of victory was just three points in the end and they were pushed all the way to hold onto their lead by a St. Mary's side who scored five goals in total. In fact, as the final whistle sounded St. Marys were pressing hard for another goal which would have levelled the scores. St. Mary’s opened the scoring in the 3rd minute when Eoin Kearns pointed from a free and John Wall then equalised in the 4th minute also from a free. John Wall finished the game with a total of nine points and he was very accurate from frees all evening. St. Marys struck for the first of their five goals in the 10th minute when Mike Kearns finished to the Colligan net and four minutes later they had their second when Jack Power beat Dean McKenna with a well struck shot. At this stage St. Marys led 2-2 to 0-6. Colligan kept the scoreboard ticking over with points from John Wall John Morrissey and Colin Dunford and the sides were level in

Crowley; Brian Hennessy, Ciaran Flynn; Darragh O’Rourke, Diarmaid Nugent, Michael Crowley; Gary O’Connor, Mark Montayne, Jack Houlihan. Subs: Mikey Bray for Brian Hennessy, D. Coughlan for James Crowley. Kilgobinet: James Fennell; Jimmy Cullinan, Eddie Cullinan, John Moloney; Mark Dunford, Paudie Fahey, Jack Cullinan; Tomas Fahey, JJ Fitzgerald; John Murphy, Cormac Power, Paul Walsh; Ger Hickey, Neil Phelan, Joe Curtain. Subs: Philip Curran for Joe Curtain,John Fennell for Cormac Power, Martin Curran for Jimmy Cullinan.

Ardmore ………………….. 0-22; Geraldines ………………….. 1-6. ARDMORE continue to set the pace in the western junior ‘A’ hurling championship as they are the only one of the teams that have full points from two games played. This was always going to be a difficult fixture for the Gers in a game which was played at the Sportsfield in

Cappoquin and short a few regulars, it was always going to be an uphill battle. Ardmore: James O’Donnell; Niall Hennessy, Declan Prendergast, Gavin Williams; Kenny Murphy, Wayne Hennessy, Richie Hennessy; Michael Cronin, Seamus Keating; John O’Brien, David Gartland, John Gartland; James Flavin, Seamus Prendergast, Tom Power. Sub: Stephen Keating for John

O’Brien. Geraldines: Shane Kenny; Stevie Keane, Jamie Landers, Ricky Fitzgerald; Peter Clifford, Jerome Maher, Steven Kennefick; Stephen Hally, Liam O’Connell; Ray Connery, Matty O’Brien, Aidan Dwyer; Ger O’Donovan, Ed Donovan, Tiernan O’Connell. Sub: Johnny Healy for Ger O’Donovan. Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

Brickeys in scoring form LOCAL BAR WESTERN ‘C’ JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Brickeys ……………….…. 3-23; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg ….0-10. Brickeys got their junior hurling championship campaign off to a flyer at the Dungarvan club grounds last Friday evening with a comprehensive 0-22 victory over Clashmore/Kinsalebeg. Freetaker Darragh O’Herlihy was in excellent form with 0-8 (7f) to his

credit while Stevie Ahearne, Tadhg Tobin and Laurence Houlihan struck for an equal share of three goals and nine points. Corner forwards Micheal Gee and Conor Walsh similarly shared a haul of 0-6. Most of Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg’s scores came from Luke Seward from play and by Paidi Rourke from play. Brickeys: Cian O’Halloran; Kevin McCarthy, Richard Halpin; Sam Keohan, Diarmuid Tobin, Darragh Herlihy; Mark Scanlan, Stephen

Ahearne; Tadhg Tobin, Laurence Houlihan, William Barron; Conor Walsh, Olan Casey, Micheal Gee. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Conor Lynch, Barry Dunne, Danny O’Neill, Donal O’Connor, Alan McCarthy, Paudie Allen, Eamon Keevers, Adam Curley, Paidi O’Rourke, Luke Seward, Gavin Dower, Adam O’Sullivan, Tadhg Cunningham, Ryan O’Sullivan, Kyle Cunningham, Robbie Deady, Jack Foley, Danny O’Mahony, Patrick O’Riordan, Shane Kennefick. Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erins Own).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Second half scores destroys Deise’s minor football chances ELECTRIC IRELAND MUNSTER MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP PLAY-OFF GAME

Waterford's Dan Booth (Colligan) soloes clear of Clare's wing back Diarmaid Ryan in Ennis last Wednesday.

Clare ……………………..… 5-11; Waterford …………………… 0-6. THE Waterford team, mentors and supporters would have been reasonably happy as the half-time whistle sounded as they played quite well in the first thirty minutes and enjoyed more than half the play at the Gaelic Grounds last Wednesday evening. Despite a whirlwind start by the locals in this Munster Minor Football Championship game during which they scored 1-2 in the first four minutes, the green flag, a gem by Gearoid Cahill from a Dermot Coughlan pass, once Tim Lenihan’s charges settled, they looked more than capable of matching the Banner boys. However, wastefulness in front of goal, we kicked eight first half wides and a forward division that

lacked potency when in possession generally sounded the death knell for the visitors and in the end made Clare look much better than what they are and certainly not a 0-20 superior team than us. We trailed by 1-3 to 0-4 at the break and four late first half wides indicated that scores were going to be few and far between for us on the night. The same trend continued into the second half, we trailed by 1-4 to 0-5 with 42 minutes on the clock and it was only going to be a matter of time that the Clare side, boosted by the vast majority in the announced attendance of 389, would punish our scoring inadequacies and drive for home. In fairness to Seamus Clancy’s charges, they broke the speed limits rather than drive as they outscored us by 4-7 to 0-2 in the

final twenty minutes of the game. The damning stat is that we didn’t score from play in the second moiety, our return being just 0-2f via Tom Barron. The hero of the hour for Clare was their number 15 Gearoid Cahill from Corofin who scored a hat-trick with one green flag in the first half and two more in the 50th and in the 52nd minutes. Wing back Diarmuid Ryan, from Cratloe, who was the best defender on view, put Clare in the driving seat with his volleyed goal from a high centre in the 43rd minute and Cahill’s brace of goals and Ennistymon’s Ross O’Doherty’s one in added time was the icing on a comprehensive home victory. As well as the green flags, Clare raised some well taken white ones as via Dermot Coughlan, 0-3 (2f),

Sean Rouine, 0-2, and five other players on 0-1 each. From a Waterford point of view, the harsh lesson of the consequences of not taking your chances was taught to them. Their four first half points came from the respective booths of Tom Looby (f), Mick Devine and Tom Barron, 0-2 (1f), but their tally could and should have been at least double what it was. The second half was worse than the first on the scoreboard, it wasn’t that we didn’t have possession, it was that we just could not score. Two pointed Tom Barron frees was our paltry sum while Tom Looby’s penalty being saved and his rebound striking the woodwork showed that any semblance of luck wasn’t on our side either. The Waterford performance

Beth Carton wins February WLR/Granville Hotel GAA Award

Beth Carton had a busy February. The De La Salle player played a key role as UL claimed the Ashbourne Cup following victory over UL. Beth also put in some strerling performances for Waterford who battled well in the top flight of the Division 1 Camogie League. Pictured at St. Saviour's GAA Club was the winner of the WLR/Granville Hotel Monthly GAA Award for February 2017, Waterford Senior Camogie star, Beth Carton from De La Salle, she is pictured receiving her award from Jackie Cusack, Granville Hotel and Liz Reddy, WLR FM. Also included were members of the Waterford Senior Camogie panel, Aoife Shanahan, Katie O'Keeffe, Niamh Ahearne and Ciara Jackman also included were under age players Brid Fogarty, Emily Quinlan and Aine Power.

wasn’t as poor as the scoreline indicates but it is Clare who advance to play Tipperary in the next round of games. Clare’s Top Three: Gearoid Cahill, Diarmuid Ryan, Ross O’Doherty. Waterford’s Top Three: Dan Booth, Mick Devine, Dale Cullinane. Observer’s Man of the Match: Gearoid Cahill. Number of Scorers: Clare 9. Waterford 3. Scores from Play: Clare 5-8. Waterford 0-2. Frees For: Clare 10. Waterford 28. Wides: Clare 7. Waterford 10. Score of the Match: Gearoid Cahill’s 43rd minute volleyed goal. Scorers for Clare: G. Cahill (3-0), R. O’Doherty (2-1), D. Coughlan (0-3) 2 f’s, S. Rouine (0-2), J. Sheedy, D. Ryan, G. Cooney f, R. Considine, C. O’Donoghue (0-1) each. Waterford: T. Barron 0-4 (3f), T.

Looby f, M. Devine (0-1) each. Clare: M. Lillis, J. Miniter, J. O’Sullivan, J. Sheedy, D. Ryan, F. Donnellan, C. McNelis, C. McMahon, D. Griffin, S. Rouine, D Coughlan (capt), R. Phelan, R. O’Doherty, G. Cooney, G. Cahill. Subs: C. O’Donoghue for Phelan (24), K. White for Griffin (h/t), A. O’Brien for McNelis (45), R. Considine for Cooney (50), A. McNamara for McMahon (55), C. O’Brien for Cahill (60). Waterford: A. Beresford, M. Hogan, D. Cullinane, S. Murphy-Nix, M. Twomey, S. Ahern, C. Kilgannon, M. Devine, C. Cullinane, T. Looby, D. Booth, S. Whelan-Barrett, S. Curry, D. O’Keeffe (capt), T. Barron. Subs: R. Lynch for O’Keeffe (41), J Devine for Kilgannon (45), R. Stringer for Horgan (54), N. Dunphy for Whelan Barrett (55), R. Power for Curry (55). Referee: John Ryan (Macroom, Cork).

WATERFORD GAA RESULTS Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 1 An Rinn 0-17; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 0-17 Comeragh Oil Western Intermediate Hurling Championship Group 2: Ballysaggart 2-18; Stradbally 0-12 Shamrocks 1-21; Cappoquin 1-21 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Intermediate Hurling Championship - Group B: Butlerstown 2-16; De La Salle 0-13 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship Group A: Ballygunner 1-26; Ballyduff Upper 0-13 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Senior Hurling Championship Group B: Lismore 3-15; Fourmilewater 1-16 Passage 2-20; Portlaw 0-12 Mt. Sion 0-18; Roanmore 0-8 The Local Bar Western Junior A Hurling Championship: Kilrossanty 2-11; Tourin Ballinwillin 1-12 The Local Bar Western Junior B Hurling Championship: Abbeyside 1-25; Tallow 0-8 Ballyduff Upper 1-17; Dungarvan 3-9 The Local Bar Western Junior C Hurling Championship: Brickey Rangers 3-23; Clashmore Kinsalebeg 0-10 Mt. Melleray 1-16; Kilgobinet 1-13 City League U-12 H Division 1: De La Salle 4-7 St. Molleran's 1-5 City League U-12 H Division 2: Clonea 2-5 Ballygunner 0-7 City League U-12 H Division 3: Clan na Gael 6-6; St. Marys Juvenile 1-5 Portlaw 4-10; Sacred Heart 0-8 East U-13 F Division 2 & 3 Group A: Clan na Gael W/O Ferrybank East U-14 F Division 2 & 3 Group A: St. Mary's Juvenile 7-12 St. Saviours 1-6 Feile B Football: Kilrossanty 2-10; Affane 1-2 Clan na Gael W/O Stradbally Kilrossanty 4- Mt. Sion 1-5 West U-14 F Division 2 Lawlor's Hotel: The Nire W/O Dungarvan -

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(058) 45590 nicky@mckennacomputers.com FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 3rd May, 1997.

Munster Colleges U-15 Hurling Quarter-Final St. Augustine’s 4-2; Dungarvan CBS 1-5. ST. Augustine’s scored a hard earned win against a gallant Dungarvan CBS side in the Munster quarterfinal last Friday. The CBS lines out without their captain and centre-back, Ger Hayes, injurerd in the Munster under 161⁄2 football semi-final with the Friary earlier in the week and wing back Raymond Kirby, ruled out by illness, make light of these blows led by a point to no score after 15 minutes playing against the breeze. In the 16th minute, the Friary struck for their first goal when the CBS goalkeeper, Ray Cummins, made a bad mistake and this seemed to shatter his confidence. The CBS fought back to narrow the gap to a point. With intense Friary pressure in the final 10 minutes before half-time, the CBS conceded two soft goals. At half-time Friary led by 3-0 to 0-2. The CBS were first to score in the second half with a point. The CBS goalkeeper’s misfortune continued when the Friary again scored a soft goal in the 35th minute. His replacement, a young First Year student gave a calm performance and the CBS made valiant efforts to get back into the game. The Friary’s goalkeeper, Eoin Walsh, made a wonderful save in the 40th minute to

stop a certain goal. John Wall cracked in a goal for the CBS in the 45th minute. The Friary held out against intense pressure. The gap was down to five points with six minute remaining, but Colin Geary scored a late point for the Friary to give his side a six point victory. Best for St. Augustine’s were: Eoin Walsh, full-back Aidan Dalton,, Eamon Mernin and Michael Scanlon in the half back line, Cian O’Connor and Niall Hennessy at midfield, with Billy Harty giving a very commanding performance at wing forward. Best for the CBS were: Padraig O hArtaigh who gave a masterful performance at full back. Paul Landers, Tom Kiely, Denis Coffey and John Ahearne shone in defence. Raymond Connery impressed at midfield, with John Wall being most impressive of the forwards. Scorers – St. Augustine’s: Seamus O’Brien 1-0, Christopher Coughlan 1-0, Colin Geary 0-1, John Hurney 1-0, Billy Harty 1-1. Dungarvan CBS: John Wall 1-3, Jimmy Moore 0-1, Raymond Connery 0-1. St. Augustine’s: E. Walsh (St. Olivers); B. Scanlan (Cappoquin), A. Dalton (Naomh Brid), B. O’Brien (Dungarvan); E. Mernin (St. Olivers), M. Scanlon (Cappoquin), B. Wall (Clonea); C. O’Connor (Ghaeltacht), M. Hennessy (Ardmore); J. Hurney (Abbeyside), M. Walsh (Stradbally), B. Harty (Ardmore); C. Geary (Naomh Brid), S. O’Brien (Colligan), C. Coughlan (Clashmore). Dungarvan CBS: R. Cummins (Fourmilewater); P. Landers (St. Olivers), P. O hArtaigh (Ghaeltacht), J. Ahearne (Naomh Brid); C. Morrissey (Brickey Rangers), T. Kiely (St. Olivers), D. Coffey (Naomh Brid); R. Connery (St. Olivers), S. Sheridan (Dungarvan); S. Dempsey (Naomh Brid), P. Beausang (Ardmore), J. Wall (Colligan); J. Moore (Abbeyside), M. O’Brien (St. Olivers), W. Kiely (Colligan). Subs: S. Kiely (Abbeyside) for R. Cummins (35 minutes).

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TEAMS OF TIMES GONE BY WATERFORD SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Championship: Waterford County Senior football Championship. Venue: Walsh Park, Waterford. Date: Saturday, 26th April, 1997. Final Score: Stradbally 3-12; Gaultier 4-9. Stradbally team: S. Keane; T. Walsh, O. Costelloe, L. Walsh; E. Clancy, F. O’Brien, T. Costelloe; G. Walsh, N. Cusack; N. Curran, E. O’Brien, A. Kirwan; L. O’Brien, S. Cunningham, T. Curran. Subs: P. Halpin for A. Kirwan; K. Cunningham for S. Keane. Stradbally scorers: E. O’Brien 2-5, S. Cunningham 1-1, L. O’Brien 0-3, A. Kirwan, N. Curran and T. Curran 0-1 each.

Pictured at Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium to announce details of the Waterford Camogie Board's Benefit Dog Night at the venue on Saturday, 29th May next were John C. Flood, Treasurer Waterford Camogie Board; Ita Murphy, Chairperson, Waterford Camogie Board; Emma Roche and Fiona Morrissey, Waterford senior camogie team players; Elena Carmody, PRO Waterford Camogie; Joe Cleary, Waterford Camogie Board and Carl Pallas, Operations & Marketing Manager, Kilcohan Park Greyhound Stadium. Also included was trainer John Fox with Tinahue Geronimo.

Annual Camogie fundraiser night at the dogs WATERFORD Camogie is seeking your support for their Annual Fundraiser “Gone to the dogs” which will be held at Kilcohan Greyhound Track on Saturday, 27th May. At this time of year, Waterford Camogie Board and members draw upon and rely on local businesses and people to help keep Waterford camogie organisation going from strength to strength. Your continued support will benefit future generations to come as camogie establishes itself on equal footing with comparable sports In Ireland. Fundraisers like this continue to ensure the high standard of training and improvement within our organisation in all areas including player welfare, coaching and mentoring. Ensure the provision of essential equipment is provided to local clubs and develop new territories for clubs in rural venues.

This promises to be a fun filled night with lots of prizes and novelty events on the night. Suitable for all the family so why not contact your local camogie club or any of below contacts for tickets. Cost for Adult €10 Cost for Family €20 Contact Elena Carmody 087 7379634 elenacarmody@gmail.com Or Joe Cleary 085 1741248 waterfordcamogie0@gmail.com EASTER CAMPS Thanks to all who participated and attended the Waterford Camogie Easter Camps, great fun was had. See attached pictures. RESULTS U-16A team had a fantastic win over Limerick in the U-16A Shield semi-final. Next up is Clare in the U-16A Shield Final on Monday 1st of May Venue TBC. Senior League Round 3: Gaultier 4-12; St. Annes 1-7

De la Salle 3-10; Cappoquin 0-11 Intermediate league Round 2 Results: An Rinn 6-10; Ferrybank 5-6 Butlerstown 1-4; Gaultier 3-10 Junior League Round 2: Tramore 2-17; Modeligo 1-1 FIXTURES Round two Intermediate fixtures Sunday, 30th April: An Rinn v Butlerstown Gaultier v Ferrybank Round 4 Junior League Sunday, 30th April: Tallow v Clonea Dungarvan v Modeligo Tramore v Portlaw Round 4 Senior League Sunday 30th April: Gaultier v Cappoquin St. Anne’s v Lismore De la Salle – bye U-16A Munster Shield Final: Waterford v Clare Monday, 1st May

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 20 Forecasts. 12 Correct 8 Incorrect. Success Rate: 60%. This Week’s Forecasts: West Under 21 ‘B’ Football Final: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Comeragh Gaels). Munster Under 17 Hurling Competition Final: Cork v (Waterford). Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling: Tourin v (Geraldines). County Under 21’A’ Football: Rathgormack v (Nire). Phelan Cup Senior Football: Ballinacourty v (Gaultier). Senior Football League: Kilrossanty v (Ardmore). County Minor Football: Gaultier v (DLS), Rathgormack v (Ballinacourty), Kilrossanty v (Tramore), Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v (An Ghaeltacht), Brickeys v (Dungarvan), Ballyduff Upper v (Affane). To Date: 102 Forecasts. 65 Correct. 37 Incorrect. Success Rate: 63%.

WESTERN BOARD GAA RESULTS WESTERN BOARD RESULTS INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Stradbally 0-12; Ballysaggart 2-18. Shamrocks 1-21; Cappoquin 1-21. An Rinn 0-17; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-17 Modeligo 2-16; Brickey Rangers 3-13. JUNIOR “A” HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Tourin 1-12; Kilrossanty 2-11. Geraldines 1-6; Ardmore 0-22. St. Marys 5-8; Colligan 2-20.

JUNIOR “B” HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Abbeyside 1-25; Tallow 0-8. Dungarvan 3-9; Ballyduff Upper 1-17. Lismore 2-13; Fourmilewater 2-4. JUNIOR “C” HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore Kinsalebeg 0-10; Brickey Rangers 3-23. Modeligo 1-6; Shamrocks 4-20. Kilgobinet 1-13; Melleray 1-16. An Rinn – Conceeded by Cappoquin.

Waterford Under 16 ladies Munster Champions WATERFORD Lady Footballers made no mistake in claiming the Munster Under 16 title at the second time of asking with a good win over Clare in the Munster Final replay held in Tipperary Town on Saturday last. Going into the match, Waterford were determined to eradicate the mistakes from the previous match when they trailed Clare by nine points after only 16 minutes. Waterford started with purpose and by the time Annie Fitzgerald got Waterford’s first goal in the 14th minute they were four points clear and held a lead that they would keep throughout the game. Clare battled hard in the first half and it took stout defending from Waterford with Róisín Dunphy at full back and Mary Kate Curran and Cora Murray outstanding in the half back line. Waterford led at the break by

seven points on a score-line of Waterford 2-4; Clare 0-3. The second goal coming from Sarah Lacey, but the score did not do justice to the Clare effort and the Déise had their goalkeeper Rosie Landers to thank for keeping them ahead with four wonderful saves. Early in the second half Clare got a life line when the busy Claire Towey finished off a movement with a good goal to leave only five points between the teams but that was to prove to be the Banner Ladies only score of the second half. Two goals in rapid succession by Sarah Lacey and Annie Fitzgerald ended the game as a contest with 15 minutes to go. There was much good football played by both sides in the final quarter with little or no scoring reward. With three minutes to go Mary

Kate Curran finished a wonderful move with a goal fit to grace any game and Waterford ran out comfortable winners in the end on a final score-line Waterford 5-7; Clare 1-3. This was a great team performance. Waterford’s Kelly Anne Hogan was awarded the Player of the Match award but there were many outstanding performers for the Déise on the day including Rosie Landers, Róisín Dunphy, Sarah Lacey, Cora Murray and Mary Kate Curran. Manager Johnny Troy was delighted with his charges for their effort and commitment on the day in winning the Munster title but is under no illusion that there are more difficult tasks awaiting his team in the All-Ireland series. Waterford will play the Ulster champions in July in the All-Ireland semi-finals.

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Gaelic Jottings Western Under 21 ‘B’ Football Final

the minds of the powers that be and County Boards are at their wits end to get championships played.

THE Western Board stages its first final of the year this Wednesday evening, April 26th when Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg and Comeragh Gaels play the under 21’B’ football final at the Fraher Field with a 7.30 p.m. start. Both clubs have been impressive on their route to the decider with Clashmore/Kinsalbeg accounting for fancied sides Ardmore and the Brickeys while Comeragh Gaels, after losing to Ardmore in a replay, have journeyed through the losers group to face Tadhg De Burca’s charges. Comeragh Gaels look to have the greater number of players available to them but Clashmore have endured harder opposition en route to the final and this may stand to them at the end of the day. This game should be well worth a visit by local Gaels. Routes to the Western final: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-11; Ardmore 1-8. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg 3-7; Brickeys 2-9. Comeragh Gaels 2-8; Ardmore 1-11. Replay: Ardmore 3-9; Comeragh Gaels 3-7. Losers’ Group: Comeragh Gaels 2-12; Kilrossanty 0-2. Comeragh Gaels 2-9; An Ghaeltacht 1-5. Semi- Final: Comeragh Gaels 1-9; St. Olivers 0-10.

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Munster Minor Hurling Date THE Munster Minor Hurling Championship game between Corcaigh and Port Láirge has been rescheduled for Wednesday, 3rd May, 2017 at 7 pm in Páirc Uí Rinn, Corcaigh.

Cut off in its Prime HURLING fields all over the county were a hive of activity for the past two weeks with every club preparing for the first two rounds of the various hurling championships. This week, in contrast, and over the summer months, it will be most difficult for clubs to keep the show on the road as the club hurling scene is put in cold storage until no one knows when. Local Gaels have been excited by the start to the hurling championship and would love for them to continue at pace but the imbalance in the club/county scene is set to continue this year and in reality well into the future. It’s a perfect method of killing club hurling when it should be played during the summer months of the year.

County Fixtures affecting Minor Club Football ALTHOUGH it is only happening this year, the special under 17 Munster hurling and football competition before the minor age changes next year and as well as minor hurling teams having an extra game in the Munster championship compared to last year, the county club minor football championships have been very much effected and have been more or less at a standstill for the last month or so. It’s is another case of the County set-up effecting the club scene and sooner or later the consequences of same may well see players leaving the sport to get games in other codes and the Association will only have itself to blame. The club player is certainly not on

THE Club Players’ Association says it has had "frank, constructive discussions" with the GAA over reform of the playing calendar for Gaelic games, with periods reserved for club fixtures among a list of key priorities. The CPA was set up earlier this year in response to frustration on the part of club players throughout the country over the sporadic nature of their fixtures - largely seen as a by-product of the prioritisation of the inter-county game. Chairman Michael Briody said at the time: "The single biggest issue concerning GAA players is fixtures. Players want to play games. They don’t want endless training sessions and 13-month seasons." A motion proposing official recognition of the CPA was withdrawn in the face of opposition at the GAA's annual congress at Croke Park in February but the Association has now engaged with the fledgling organisation, which claimed to have recruited over 20,000 members as of last month. The CPA's proposals include tighter schedules for the Inter-County Leagues and Championships, blocks of 'club only' time in the calendar and formalised regulation and enforcement of fixtures. CPA STATEMENT ‘’We had constructive discussions with senior officials in Croke Park to set out the CPA’s detailed fixture-planning proposals. This was with the aim of establishing common ground and agreeing some basic principles for fixture-planning at National, Provincial and County level. All are interlinked so an overall approach that helps each of these is essential in our opinion. The discussions were frank and there will be further engagement in the coming weeks. Our briefing covered CPA fixtures options, of which there are several approaches, and our draft principles for fixture planning. We have also met with the GPA with the aim of engaging the widest possible playing population. Among the key areas in which we are seeking development, on behalf of club players across all codes and counties, are: Changes on the timings and duration of the National League competitions Guaranteed periods of ‘club only’ matches during the season Movement towards a single calendar year for club competitions Equal status for hurling in fixtures and season planning Tighter time-frame for Provincial championships Fixtures enshrined in rule and enforced properly Movement towards tiered championships Consultation with wider GAA membership on season planning We believe progress in each of these areas will ease the fixtures burden. We believe that we can engage directly with our members through surveying and direct communication to gauge the response to some of the more difficult issues we face to help shape decision making. We need to give members an opportunity for their voice to be heard. We firmly believe that the GAA must proactively consider the playing load on players; the attendant training commitments and the physical and other

Pictured in the Granville Hotel receiving the WLR/Granville Hotel Monthly GAA Award for March from Jackie Cusack, Granville Hotel and Liz Reddy, WLR FM was winner Stephen Bennett. Also included were Pat and Ryan Bennett, Melanie O'Connor and judge, Tomás McCarthy.

WLR/Granville Hotel GAA March Award winner is Stephen Bennett STEPHEN had an impressive March with the Waterford Senior hurlers helping the Déise to important League wins over Dublin and Clare. The Ballysaggart man hit 2-2 against Dublin in Croke Park as Derek McGrath's side recroded their first victory consequences of too many or too few games. Player welfare has been the basis of the CPA since day one. Our players are the most important part of the GAA.

Competing with outside sports ADAPT or die - that's the ultimatum Gaelic games is facing with other sports turning the heads of young Irish men and women in rural parts of the country. On the RTÉ GAA Podcast, former Wexford hurling manager Tony Dempsey and current Kildare boss Joe Quaid both voiced their concerns as rugby and soccer in particular provide a lure that's proving hard for many young sportspeople to resist. Dempsey said it's time to rise to that challenge and strive to do everything possible to make hurling and football the games our next generation are drawn to. "I'm with my own club this year in hurling and minor football. Of our first 15 players in minor football, their first choice would be rugby," said Dempsey. "That's new to rural Wexford, it's new to Ireland and I think we have to become aware of the challenge of other sports and we have to make our games more attractive to the players. "What do we do about it? We listen to the GPA, and we say, 'right, is there something we're not doing that we should be doing?' We need to recognise the challenge of other sports an make our games more attractive than any other sport." Quaid echoed those sentiments. He highlighted calendar issues and summer stretches without any action as major issues that need to be addressed. "Anybody playing in the Christy Ring, their season could be conceivably over in three weeks' time. That's not promoting hurling," said Quaid. "What are they going to do? Guys are going to play rugby where they've set fixtures, a set season, they play from start to finish, the games are scheduled. "There is definitely a problem with outside sports. We don't make it very easy for club players or county players, to facilitate them, in the summer months. Hurling and football are games that should be played in the summer months."

in HQ since 2008. Stephen also put in a strong performance in Ennis as Waterford overcame Clare to advance to the League quarterfinals. Stephen is in good form heading into the Championship.

Waterford win was turning point JASON Flynn has cited Galway's quarter-final comeback win over Waterford as the catalyst for their stunning Allianz Hurling League success. Flynn grabbed two goals in a man of the match performance as the Tribesmen romped to a 3-21 to 0-14 victory over All-Ireland champions Tipperary at the Gaelic Grounds to claim their 10th league title. "That Waterford game really kicked us on and gave us a lot of confidence," he told TG4 "This Galway team has been knocked of its confidence and we showed a bit of character in the Waterford game, and that gave us the confidence coming into the semi-final against Limerick and again today against Tipperary." Flynn felt Galway's curbing of the Tipp attack was key to their win. "The Tipp forwards have been shooting the lights out all through the league," he noted. "Our backs really stood up to it today and our forwards worked really hard. The backs laid down the law in the first 10 minutes and set the tone for the rest of the game." DONOGHUE STAYS GROUNDED Micheal Donoghue wasn't getting away after Galway hammered Tipperary to be crowned Allianz Hurling League champions for the first time since 2010. The Tribesmen will go into next month's Leinster SHC quarter-final against Dublin with a real spring in their step, despite failing to win promotion to the Allianz League's top tier. "Winning is a habit and we're trying to feed the habit as much as we can. It's going to be good for our confidence, but the 28th May still isn't far away," "I know after everything will be exaggerated again, but we just have to keep these boys on the ground and stay working hard. There is a lot of work-ons we need to take on and while Tipp had an off-day today, they're still All-Ireland champions." Donoghue was pleased to see the New York-based Johnny Glynn back in the Galway colours for the first time since 2015. "He's a massive personality in the group, in and around the scene, and he'd

a massive impact when he came on. We're delighted that he's part of the squad."

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Classics Face Book page courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the senior football championship game between Brickeys and Dungarvan on Sunday, June 25th, 1967. ‘Dungarvan Out of Championship,’ ‘Missed Penalties Prove Costly.’ Brickeys 4-3; Dungarvan 1-4.

Scór Na Seachtaine NEIL Montgomery’s winning point for Abbeyside in the 65th minute of their senior hurling championship game against Tallow at the Fraher Field last Sunday evening.

This Week’s Fixtures WEST Under 21 ‘B’ Football Final: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v Comeragh Gaels. Munster Under 17 Hurling Competition Final: Cork v Waterford. Western Junior ‘A’ Hurling: Tourin v Geraldines. County Under 21’A’ Football: Rathgormack v Nire. Phelan Cup Senior Football: Ballinacourty v Gaultier. Senior Football League: Kilrossanty v Ardmore. County Minor Football: Gaultier v DLS, Rathgormack v Ballinacourty, Kilrossanty v Tramore, Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v An Ghaeltacht, Brickeys v Dungarvan, Ballyduff Upper v Affane. See Western board fixtures for details.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the Organ family, Abbeyside on the death of Patrick ‘Nin’ Organ last weekend.’ Nin’ was a very popular figure in the locality. Sympathy is also extended to Ken Begley, Stradbally on the death of his sister, Babs, Cappawhite, Tipperary last week.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Waterford senior hurler Tadgh De Burca pictured with the U-10 years group at the Waterford Camogie Easter Camp held at the Abbeyside GAA field. [Maurice Hennebry]

Shamrocks Shamrocks (Kindly sponsored by Allen Engineering & Agri Sales Ltd). CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning numbers were 6-16-2126, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Pat O'Neill, Kevin Crawford, Ger Hearty, Sandoval, Tadhg & Eoin Keane. Next week's jackpot will be €3,600. IHC: Shamrocks 1-22; Cappoquin 1-22 This first round Intermediate Hurling tie played in Lismore last Sunday produced a cracking contest with the result in doubt up to the last puck. It was fast-paced from the outset, with points from Colm Roche including a sublime sideline cut, and John Paul Lucey giving us an early lead. The two sides traded scores with the lead changing on a few occasions, with Joe Leahy and Chris Murphy also getting on the scoresheet, until Cappoquin struck the first real blow with a goal to put some daylight between the teams. Colm fired over a few points before half-time to leave five points between the teams at the break, a lead they probably deserved. We had the misfortune to lose our inspiring full back John O'Donovan to injury as well, so we were facing an uphill battle as the second half began. But whatever the management said to the lads at half time really had the desired effect, with Colm getting the first four points of the second half to get us right back into the game. Three points in-a-row from Colm and Kelvyn O'Farrell, plus another from Edward Hynes gave us a slender lead, but the game continued to see-saw back and forth as it entered the last few minutes. Edward Lonergan was unlucky to get only a point when he doubled on a ball from Joe Leahy, but then Cappoquin pulled ahead with points from frees and play to leave them two points ahead. One final desperate attack saw us scramble a goal from Colm to give us a one point lead with the time up, only for Cappoquin to engineer a free from which they equalised, and then the final whistle went. Both teams could have won it or lost it at the end, so perhaps both will be happy enough with a draw. From Shamrock's point of view, to come back from a five point deficit at half-time, and two points down with only a couple of minutes to go along with losing our full back, was a credit to them and they showed a lot of character. We had some terrific individual displays, led by an outstanding 1-16 haul from Colm Roche, with Stevie Lucey, John Paul Lucey, Shane Roche and Joe Leahy all giving their utmost, but I must give a special mention to Chris Murphy who gave a display to match his potential at midfield. Well done also to our new management team of Paul Connery, Padraig Tobin, Mike Leahy, Tim Lenehan, and Sean Murphy who got the best out of the lads. Panel; Ciaran O'Keeffe, Padraig Ahearne, John O'Donovan, Brian Harnedy, Adam Crawford, John Paul Lucey, Shane Roche, Chris Murphy, Tommy O'Donovan, Edward Lonergan, Colm Roche, Cathal Herlihy, Kelvyn O'Farrell, Stevie Lucey, Joe Leahy, Edward Hynes, Padraig Roche, Eamonn Forbes, Tom Roche, Billy Hynes.

JHC: Shamrocks 4-20; Modeligo 1-8. The Junior Hurling championship also got under way last Friday night in Tourin against Modeligo. On the night we were far too strong for a game Modeligo side and as the scoreline suggests, we won comfortably with the goals coming from Padraig Tobin, Eamonn Forbes, and Bernie Kelleher who was unerring with frees also, and

he also scored a few points from play. With a combination of veteran and young players, this is a decent team, and under the guidance of Joe Ahearne, Martin O'Keeffe, and Peter Morrisson, they have a good panel. Team and subs; Liam Murphy, Martin Delaney, Thomas Baldwin, Mike Lucey, Mike O'Neill, Tomas O'Neill, Liam Dalton, Tom Roche, Sean Murphy, Edward O'Neill, Bernie Kelleher, Billy Hynes, Jamie Murphy, Dan O'Neill, Eamonn Forbes, Padraig Tobin, Keegan O'Farrell, Diarmuid Ahearne, Alan Kelly, Seamus Tobin, Connor Goulding, Sean O'Neill, John A. Kelly.

COMMITTEE MEETING There is a Shamrocks Committee Meeting tonight (Wednesday) in the Shamrock Inn at 8.30 p.m. K.G.K. YOUTH DRAMA Congratulations to the KGK Youth Drama for a wonderful production of "Anyone could rob a bank" last Saturday in Knockanore. Starring all transition students, It's getting another run this weekend on Friday and Saturday nights in the KGK Hall. So if you want a great night's entertainment, Knockanore is the place to be. TRIBESMEN MAUL TIPPERARY Galway produced something of a shock by trouncing Tipperary in last Sunday's League final. They weren't flattered by their 16 point winning margin as they shot a serious amount of wides also. Tipperary would probably argue that it was only the League, but that kind of hammering wouldn't do any team good. As Galway didn't win 1B, this means that they will still play in the lower division next year, despite being League Champions. Ludicrous! Come on Croke Park, you need to change your League format urgently. Galway's win also means that the League champions have come from division 1B for the last three years!

Gaeltacht AnGhaeltacht An Tá go leor cluichí agus traenála déanta ag fóirne na Gaeltachta le roinnt seachtainí anuas agus seo blúire beag den méid atá ar siúl. Fé 6 – Traenál ar siúl gach Satharn ag a 3 sa Sean Phobal. Fé 7 – Tá na buachaillí seo tar éis páirt a ghlacadh i gcúpla Blitz le roinnt seachtaine anuas ina measc bhí Blitz Peile acu i nDún na Mainistreach coicís ó shin. Bhí dhá fhoireann againn ann agus d’éirigh thar barr leo. Fé 8 – Ghlac an fhoireann seo páirt i mBlitz na Cásca i nDún na Mainistreach an Satharn seo caite. Bhí ard am ar fad ag na buachaillí. Míle buíochas le Caimin Radley agus CLG Dún na Mainistreach/Baile na Cúirte don gcuireadh agus bhí gach éinne lán sásta ag dul abhaile tar éis cluichí iontacha agus ubh cásca ina lámha acu. Fé 9 – Tá na buachaillí seo ag imirt sraith cluichí peile agus iománaíochta gach tráthnóna Luan go deireadh Mi Bealtaine. Le dhá bua iontacha acu ina gcéad dhá chluiche in aghaidh Naomh Pádraig agus an Cheapach Choinn tabharfaidh said aghaidh ar Naomh Bríd an tseachtain seo. Fé 12 – Tá an fhoireann seo tar éis a bheith thar a bheith gnóthach le seachtain anuas, bhí bua iontach acu sa chéad babhta de Shraith Iománaíochta an Chontae in aghaidh Naomh Oilbhéir san Eaglais. Ansin an Déardaoin seo chaite thug na buachaillí seo aghaidh ar Pháirc an Chrócaigh, áit a d’imir siad cluichí in aghaidh St.Brackens ón gClár, Fr. Sheehys ó Thiobraid Árann agus Brian Dillon’s ó Chorcaigh. Ina dhiaidh sin ar fad bhí go leor fuinneamh acu chun turas a dhéanamh timpeall Páirc an Chrócaigh agus foghlaim faoi stair na gcluichí. Bhí lá iontach

ar fad ag gach éinne. Míle buíochas do Eoghan Breathnach agus C&Gs. Fé 13 – Bhí an mí-ádh leis an bhfoireann seo ina chéad dhá chluiche in aghaidh Baile na Cúirte agus Baile Uí Dhuibh Íochtarach. Fé 14 – Ghlac an fhoireann seo páirt i gComórtas Peile na Mumhan thíos i gCill na Martra áit ar thug siad an bua leo in aghaidh an fhoireann áitiúil agus ansin i gcluiche a bhí andhian ar fad d’éirigh leo an ceann is fearr a bhaint amach ar fhoireann Lios Póil ó Chiarraí. Bhí an bronnadh acu ansin leis an aoi speisialta, Tomás Ó Sé. Lean siad orthu ag buachaint le scór maith in aghaidh An Uidhir Dé Satharn seo chaite. An Ghaeltacht 5-09, An Uidhir 2-06. Fé 16 – Imreoidh na peileadóirí in aghaidh Gall Tír Dé Céadaoin seo. Fé 17 Port Láirge – Go n-éirí go geal le Eamon Óg Ó Chrotaigh agus iománaithe na Déise in aghaidh Corcaigh i gCraobh na Mumhan. Scór na bPáistí – Comhghairdeachas le Aoibh Ni Mhurchú (chéad áit) agus Darragh Ó Riagáin (3ú háit) san amhránaíocht aonrach. Tháinig an grúpa drámaíochta sa dara háit agus an fhoireann Tráth na gCeist (Cian agus Darragh Ó Riagáin agus Fionn Ó Murchú) sa 3ú háit. Bhí Mamie Ní Chionnfhlaoidh sa 3ú háit san aithriseoireacht. Maith sibh go léir. Campa Cúl Camps – Ná déanaigí dearmad gur féidir clárú do Chúl Camp An Ghaeltacht CLG a bheidh ar siúl ar an 3ú Iúil ar an suíomh www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

Upper Ballyduff Ballyduff Upper SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballyduff played Ballygunner in the second round of the Waterford Senior Hurling Championship on Saturday evening, losing 1-26 to 0-13. Team: David Walsh, Oran Leamy, Shane Hannon, Cian Leamy, Michael Kearney, Shane Kearney, Conor Murray, Seamus Hannon, Eoghan Murray, Jamie Kearney, Mikey Kearney, Eoin Scanlon, Eoin O’Brien, Andrew Casey, Kevin Casey. Subs used: Seán Casey, Thomas McDonagh.

JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Ballyduff played Dungarvan in the first round of the Waterford Junior B Hurling Championship on Sunday morning, winning 1-17 to 3-9. Our goal was courtesy of Wayne Power. Team: Conor Sheehan, Éanna Hyland, Maurice McNamara, Kenneth Geary, Colm Horgan, Ger Feeney, Sean Cunningham, Sean Kenny, Tommy Feeney, Bill Keane, Brian Kearney, Michael McCormack, Brendan Hannon, Wayne Power, Colin Keane. Subs used: Adam Feeney, Conor Hannon, Mike Drislane.

INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL CHALLENGE Ballyduff will play Shamrocks in a football challenge on Friday night in Ballyduff at 7.30 p.m. The first round of the Waterford Intermediate Football Championship takes place ton Sunday, May 7th against Ballinacourty. Throw-in for this game is 7.00 p.m. in Colligan.

Kill Kill SYMPATHY A dark cloud descend over the locality this past week as the news broke of the untimely passing of Michael Raher. Michael was a true gentleman who always had a smile and a chat for whoever he met. Michael was a regular supporter of the team on match days and was also a member of the clubs finance committee. Michael will be sadly missed by everyone who new him.

Everyone involved in the club would like to extend your sincere sympathy to the Raher family on Michael’s passing. May you rest in peace Mikey. LOTTO The Easter lotto took place in Dunphy’s Bar last Friday night on the night we had no winner of the 10K Jackpot. With €1,000 up for grabs in the Easter Lotto giveaway we had no match 3’s so it was down to the lucky dip draw to decide the winners. Ten names were drawn out of the hat with each receiving a €100 each. The lucky ten were Tomas Mooney, Eddie Casey, Catherine Moore, Catherine Hurley, Hannah c/of Kevin Burns, Sean Phelan, Sean Whelan, Richard Lennon, Martina Noonan & Martin Mulcahy. The numbers drawn were 4, 15, 21 & 28. FIXTURES The championship season is upon us again as next weekend sees the start of the hurling championship. First up is the Fenor junior hurlers who take on St. Saviours in Fenor with a 7 p.m throw-in on next Friday night 28th April in Fenor. Next up is the turn of the Fenor intermediate Hurlers who take on near neighbours Dunhill on next Saturday, 29th April at 2 p.m in Walsh Park.

Phobal Sean Phobal SHOCKS LOTTO 23rd April 3, 15, 18, 21. No winner. Five €15 Kate Cole, Malachi Crotty, Ann Whelan, M. Guiry, Doreen Hennessy. 16th April. 4, 12, 20, 22. No winner. Five €15 Declan O’Neill, Helen Nugent, James Murphy, Louise Neylon, Craig Bedford. INJURY UPDATE We would like to wish Brendan Hogan all the best in his recovery from knee surgery.

Melleray/Glen Melleray/Glen Rovers Rovers ON THE PITCH On Friday last we took on Kilgobinet in the first round of the Junior C hurling championship in Touraneena. With probably one of our youngest teams ever, with an average age of 24, were were slow to start and found ourselves four points to nil down after 10 minutes. But the lads dug deep and with some wonderful hurling outscored the opposition by 1-10 to 0-2 over the next 20 minutes. The goal came from Mark Montayne with a tidy finish into the corner of the net leaving us 1-10 to 0-6 ahead at the interval. Half-time probably came at the wrong time for us as we struggled to get going again in the second half. Kilgobinet closed the gap bit by bit and nearing the 60 minute mark had closed the gap to a point. With five minutes of injury time to play the lads dug deep and with disciplined hurling gave away no fouls and added two points to emerge victorious on a scoreline of 1-16 to 1-13. No player could be singled out for mention in what was a great team display. There is a long way to go in the championship but this was a great start for the team. Our thanks to all who helped out with the team and our supporters who cheered the lads on. The game was excellent standard for Junior C hurling with end to end action and tough but fair exchanges. A great stat from the match was that all of our six forwards scored from play. Team: D. Murray, K. O’Rourke, C. O’Shea, J. O’Neill,

R. Crowley, K. Power (0-2), J. Crowley, B. Hennessy, C. Flynn, D. O’Rourke (0-1), D. Nugent (0-2), M. Crowley (05), G. O’Connor (0-3), M. Montayne (1-1), J. Houlihan (02). Subs: S. Coughlan, M. Bray, M. O’Rourke, D. Hamill, E. Moya Rosa.

LOTTO Our lotto numbers for 23/4/17 were 5, 11, 22, 26. The jackpot of €4,950 was not won and the jackpot is now €5,000. Consolation winners were Bob Keane, Jimmy Power (Melleray Hill) and Jack Curran. So €5,000 could be yours for a €2 ticket.

Mary’s St. Mary’s St. Juveniles Juveniles U-14 Our U-14 footballers qualified for the knockout stages of the championship last Wednesday evening, 19th April, when they comfortably beat an understrength St. Saviours outfit in Newtown. This Round 5 encounter saw us get off to a flying start which saw us register three goals in the opening 10 minutes, before the city side had a mini revival when they netted 1-2 without reply. However, we got back on track again, and with our midfield dominating and our forwards showing very well for the ball we goaled again for the fourth time and by the interval we found ourselves 13 points in front. The second half saw more of the same as we kicked some fine scores to record our second win of the campaign and with a match to spare we find ourselves in a Division 3 semi- final. Final score St. Mary’s 7-12; St. Saviours 1-6. Our final group game will take place this Wednesday evening in Ferrybank against the home team, with the semi final taking place in mid May. U-10 HURLING The Go Games series is up and running and last Friday evening we travelled Dunhill to take on the home side. The lads turned in a good performance to record the win against a gallant Clan Na Gael outfit who were that bit younger than us. A good range of points and goals with most players getting on the scoreboard. Earlier in the week we had taken on Tramore in a useful workout that no doubt sharpened the lads for Friday night. Well done to all concerned. U-12 HURLING Kill was the venue for Round 2 of the City League last Friday night, as we welcomed Clan Na nGael. Having had a poor opening game against a strong Ferrybank outfit, we fared a bit better here, although the outcome still ended in defeat. A James Fitzgerald goal was the highlight as we ended up losing 6-6 to 1-5. With our next game in two weeks its hoped further improvement will see us in better light. CARRIGANORE BLITZ Its non stop at the moment and last Saturday our youngest members were out in force as football was the code. Another great day for this group as the coaches blood them for bigger days ahead. ON HOLD U-16, Minor and U-21 Football Championships are on the long finger at the moment as Waterford Minors and U-17’s take centre stage, plus the adult championships have kicked off. Hopefully, in the next week or two we will get going again and bring these competitions to a fruitful end.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

St. Patrick’s Patricks U-12S PLAY IN CROKE PARK Our U12 footballers were fortunate enough to get invited to Croke Park on Thursday, 20th April to take part in a football blitz. They did a great job representing their club and had a fantastic time. Well done to the boys, trainers and mentors. U-10S VS AN GEALTEACHT The St. Pats U-10 football team gave a good account of themselves playing An Gealteacht on Sunday morning 23rd April in Bohadoon. U-9S VS BALLINACOURTY Brilliant demonstration of the "Give Respect, Get Respect" ethos of Go Games at the end of an U-9 Football match last night in Kilgobinet between Ballinacourty and St. Pat’s. With two excellently coached teams and very high skill levels on show, the match was played in a really great spirit. Well done both clubs! FUNDRAISING Thanks to everyone who supported the club's fund-raising cake sale over the Easter Weekend. The next St. Pats Juvenile GAA & Ladies football club monthly draw " Split the Pot" takes place on Sunday, April 30th in Queally's Bar, Bohadoon. Tickets are available from parents, mentors, Healy's Daybreak - The Pike Service Station, Quill's Pub - The Pike, Dungarvan & Queally's Bar. Tickets €2 or 3 for €5. CLUB KIT The official Saint Patrick's Club Kit is available at www.oneills.com CÚL CAMP This year Cúl Camp will take place from the 7th to 11th August in Bohadoon. Booking and more information is now available at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie MEMBERSHIP All outstanding membership fees and forms need to be given to team mentors ASAP. A membership form is available to download on the club Facebook page @saintpatsgaa

Rinne na Rinne CLG Na IOMÁINT IDIRMHEÁNACH Thug An Rinn aghaidh ar Chlaismhór/Cionn tSáile Beag an Domhnach seo chaite istigh I bPáirc Uí Fhearachair I mbabhta a haon den craobh comórtas iomáint Idirmheánach. Cluiche breá iomána a bhí ann.ní raibh mórán eatarthu agus ag leath am, bhí Chlaismhór chun cinn le pointe amháin 0-10 go dtí 0-9. Thosnaigh An Rinn go láidir sa dara leath agus chuadar chun cinn ach tháinig Chlaismhór thar nais agus fuaireadar pointe sa nóiméad deireanach chun an scór a chothromú. Ar chomh scór a chríochnaigh an chluiche. An Rinn 0-17; Chlaismhór/Cionn tSáile Beag 0-17. An foireann ar an lá: Dónal Ó Murchadha, Lorcán Ó Corraoin, Darach Ó Cathasaigh, Conor Ó Cuirrín, Shane Ó Cuirrín, Ray Ó Ceallaigh, Noel Ó Murchadha, Fearghal Ó Ceallaigh, Ferdia Ó hAodha, Cathal Ó Cuirrín, Tadhg Ó hUallacháin, Pádraig Ó Murchadha, Fearghal Ó Cuirrín, Liam Ó Lionán, Dónal Breathnach. Fir ionad: Criostóir Breathnach do Cathal Ó Cuirrín, Jamie Barún do Fearghal Ó Ceallaigh agus Deaglán Ó hArtaigh do Ferdia Ó hAodha.

IOMÁINT SÓISEAR Bhí na leaids in ainm is a bheith ag tabhairt aghaidh ar Ceapach Choinn an Aoine seo chaite I mbabhta a haon den craobh comórtas iomáint sóisir. Thaisteal na leaids go dtí Chlaismhór don chluiche seo. Ní raibh go leor imreoirí ag Ceapach Choinn ar an oíche, mar sin ghéilleadar an chluiche. PEIL SINSEAR Tabharfaidh An Rinn aghaidh ar Ródaithe na Brice I mbabhta a haon den craobh comórtas peile sinsir I bPáirc Uí Fhearachair ar an Domhnach 7/5/17 ag 6 p.m. LOTTO Torthaí lotto 18/4/17. Uimhreacha: 8, 16, 19, 22. Ní raibh aon buaiteoir den pota óir an tseachtain seo chaite. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25 an duine: Seamus Ó Manacháin, D,A,S,J Costin, Nellie Boylan. Beidh €10,000 sa pota óir an tseachtain seo chugainn agus is I dTigh Uí Mhuirithe a bheidh an tarraingt.

Naomh Chartaigh (Lismore/Ballysaggert Juvenile GAA) TOWN & COUNTRY U-12 HURLING DIVISION 1 The U-12s got off to a good start in the Town & Country U-12 Hurling Division 1. They played Abbeyside and the hurling played by both teams was a very good standard. We did very well to come away with the win. Saturday, April 29th. Lismore will host the inaugural Paddy Moore U-12 hurling Tournament in the GAA field, starts at 10 a.m. and is well worth a visit if you’re a hurling enthusiast. The club held a Medal Presentation on Sunday night for last year's u-11, u-15 and u-16s. The event was well attended and enjoyed by players and parents. Presentations on the night went to last year’s:

U-11 who won the Town & Country Hurling Division 1. U-16 who won the Division 2 county final. U-15 who won the western division but were beaten in the county final. In a first for the club, an U-16 Player of the Year Award was presented to Joe Lenihan. The award was given in recognition of Joe’s commitment, ability, leadership, and above his attitude towards the game, his team and mentors. Congratulations and well done to all the boys who received a medal on the night and many thanks to all who volunteered and helped out.

Geraldines Geraldines JUNIOR A HURLING On Saturday evening in Cappoquin we started our hurling championship season against a strong Ardmore side. Ardmore got off to a quick start and built up a big early lead but the lads settled in and battled hard to go in at half-time 0-10 to 0-3 down. The second half was similar and Ardmore took their scores well to run out deserved winners on a scoreline of 0-22 to 1-6. With a championship game under their belts the lads will look for big improvements next week but the work rate was never in question. Team: S. Kenny, S. Keane, J. Landers, R. Fitzgerald, P. Clifford, J. Maher, S. Kenifick, S. Hally, L. O'Connell, A. Dwyer, M. O'Brien, R. Connery, T. O'Connell, E. Donovan, G. O'Donovan. Subs used: M. O'Brien, J. Healy.

FIXTURES We are back out again in the Junior A hurling championship on Saturday, 29th April at Bushy Park against Tourin. All palyers to be there for 6.15 pm, match begins at 7 pm.

An Ghaeltacht GAA –Scór na bPáistí, Ceapach Choinn 9/4/17. Dráma - Clochán an Aifir. Orla Ní Mhuirithe, Ruadhán de Faoite, Lia Ní Arta, Niamh Ní Dhuibhir, Éile Nic Craith, Fiachna Ó Lochlainn, Alex Ó Ruairc, Donnacha Ó Cathail, Mamie Ní Chionnfhaolaidh, Róisín Nic Fhlannchadha.

Newtown/Ballydurn DEISE DRAW Reminder the first Deise Draw will take place mid-May. This is a valuable source of income for the club. Tickets are €90 or €15 per month for six draws. First prize is €12,500. CAKE SALE The club would like to sincerely thank everyone that supported our Cake Sale recently. Those who baked, our sellers and those who generously bought and gave donations on the day. It was a huge success, raising €670 for the club, so thank you again. SELECTORS Hurling: Ray Barry, Tomas Kirwan, Pat Keane. Football: Ray Barry, Gerry Whelan, Martin McNamara. JUNIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Please note our first round of the hurling championship begins this Friday night vs Tramore in Dunhill at 7 p.m.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet JUNIOR HURLING Unfortunately, our 2017 season didn’t get off to a great start with a three point loss to Glen Rovers. Not taking from Glen Rovers we under performed, were second to too many balls and missed more then our share of chances. On a positive note there are 8 games for us in this competition so we have plenty time to make amends for our start. DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW It’s that time of the year again, for anyone interested please contact your usual ticket sellers. Slight changes have been made to the Deise Development Draw this year and there are now six draws but with bigger prizes. Ticket price remains at €90.

Nire/Fourmilewater SENIOR HURLING Hard luck to our senior hurlers who lost out by five points to Lismore last Saturday evening. SENIOR FOOTBALL With the first two rounds of the Senior Hurling now completed our thoughts now turn to The Nire’s first round and defence of our County title on Friday week against Clashmore. This coming Friday we play Ardfinnan and next Monday at noon in the Millfield we take on Clonmel Commercials in two challenges matches. JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior B hurlers began their Western Championship last Sunday at noon in Colligan when they lost out to Lismore. DEISE DRAW The new Deise Draw will be launched in the Ballymacarbry Community Centre on May 10th. There will be 6 draws over 6 months at €15 per month. The top prize is increased to €12,500. 2nd Prize is €3,500. 3rd and 4th prize of €1,000. Please try and support as all money raised goes straight back to the clubs. MILLFIELD If you wish to book the Millfield for training or challenge matches please contact Muiris Walsh at 086 8159136.

FOURMILEWATER LOTTO RESULTS Jackpot not won. 5 X €30: Christy Skehan, Nuala Connolly, John Cussin, Peg Fitzgerald, Mary O’Gorman. 45 CARD RESULTS Winners: Mickey Nugent & Joe Loughnane. Eddie Byrne & Kathleen Coleman. Lucky Tables: Mary Ryan & Mce Prendergast; John Mangan & Mem Murphy. NIRE LOTTO RESULT No overall winner. 5 x €20 winners: Tom Ryan, Kilmanahan; Billy Hayes, Ballymacarbry; Chrissie Horkan, Castlereagh; Tom Guiry, Knockatrelane; Trevor O'Donnell, c/o Claire Walsh. Easter draw - 5 x €20 winners - Keith Guiry, Maura McHugh, Mairead Boyce, Michelle Guiry, Declan Power. NIRE-FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-8 Football: Nire U-8 had a great morning in Carriganore on Saturday last. They were very competitive in all 3 games against Clashmore, Ballyduff and Gaultier and ran out winners in all games. U-12 Hurling: Well done to our U-12 hurlers who had a quick turnaround from football in Croke Park on Thursday to hurling in the Millfield on Friday. The boys were still on a high and in flying form with a great victory over St Pats. Cake Sale: A massive thanks to all who supported our Cake Sale fundraiser for Croke Park trip on Easter Sunday last. The U-12 Footballers: A bus load of 47 took the road to GAA Headquarters on Thursday last, where our U-12 Footballers were so lucky to be involved in the Littlewoods Sponsored Croke Park activity days. A wonderful day was had by all where the lads took on the challenge of Dingle of Kerry, Kilbrittain of Cork and Fr. Casey’s of Limerick. The boys played out of their skin for all 3 games with each and every team member playing their part. Another high point of the day was the guided tour of the Stadium where we all got a great look behind the scenes. Eoin, Claire and Declan really have a great bunch of kids in these lads but the same can be said of the 3 mentors, as the lads all feed into the whole package and seem to excel with ease. The Players are all still talking about the events of the day and it’s safe to say there were memories made to last a lifetime. Special Mention to Eoin Breathnach and all at the GDA for all his assistance for this event. U-14 Football: U-14 footballers keeping the flag flying for the Nire on Saturday last against a physically stronger An Ghaeltacht. The lads all put in a battling performance and we couldn't ask for any more. Well done all. U-9: Our U-9's played a strong Dungarvan team last week in the Millfield -a great display of football from all players. A fantastic team effort. Well done. Millfield: Please note that all bookings for the field are to be made through Muiris Walsh 086 8159136.

Brid Naomh Brid U-14 FOOTBALL The U-14 boys had a good win on Sunday last against the Brickeys and have qualified for the

Division 1 Western and County Final to be played in the coming weeks. Well done boys. KELLOGS CÚL CAMP 2017 The Naomh Bríd cúl camp is fixed for Kirwan Park - August 14th to August 18th. Online booking only - www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie Price for 2017 is €60 for 1st child, €50 for 2nd child from same family €40 for each additional child from same family Price for 2nd camp is €35. No kit on 2nd camps. For all children booked in by 1st June, club coordinators will have the kits for same before school holidays. ANYONE BOOKED BEFORE MAY 1st WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAW FOR 2 STAND TICKETS FOR MUNSTER HURLING SEMIFINAL IN JUNE!

Sliabh gCua / St Mary's LOTTO No winner for the local Lotto held on Sunday night. €20.00 winners were Tom Foley, Helen Barron, Sean Condon, Gerard Myles and Rose Halley. Dunnes Bar won the promoter’s prize. Jackpot for next week is €2,400. Remember – if you’re not in you can’t win! DEFEATED BY COLLIGAN St. Mary's played Colligan in a hurling league match last Sunday in Cappoquin and were defeated. Final score St. Mary's 5-8 to Colligan 220. REST IN PEACE The Sliabh gCua/St. Mary's GAA Club would like to offer their most sincere condolences to Sinead Condon and family on the passing of Sinead's mother, Mary Theresa Neylin (nee Whelan). May she rest in Peace. U-21 B WESTERN FOOTBALL FINAL Best of luck to Comeragh Gaels who take on Clashmore in the U-21 B Western Football final this Wednesday at 7:30 in the Fraher field. UP-COMING FOOTBALL FIXTURES Sliabh gCua vs Tallow in Cappoquin Sunday, 7th May at 3:30 pm Sliabh gCua vs Lismore Sunday, 14th May at 2 pm All support welcome and appreciated.

Kilmacthomas DEISE DRAW Deise Draw is fast approaching with the first draw on Tuesday, 10th May. Tickets are on sale from the club. You can purchase these tickets by contacting any club member or calling Tyrone on 087-1234110. COMMITTEE Anyone who wants to join the committee can do so by contacting Tyrone (087) 123 4110 FACEBOOK Be sure to LIKE our Facebook Page "Kilmacthomas GAA Club Juvenile & Adult" where we keep you up to date on everything.

BINGO Our next bingo will be Tuesday, 2nd May in the Rainbow Hall, Kilmacthomas, eyes down 8 pm. This bingo will see the launch of our new bonus game which will increase our prizes given out on the night to a whopping €1,400 also the chance of winning a Jackpot of €1,200 on the night! More info visit Facebook or contact Tyrone (087) 1234110. INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL We are currently waiting for fixture for the Easterm Football league final where we will play Bonmahon. More details to follow when we have them. JUNIOR HURLING We're currently training for Junior Hurling our first game will be on Friday, 12th May. More details to follow soon. CLUB FUNDRAISER On Saturday, 3rd June we hold our "Lip Sync Legends" fundraising night at Danny's Bar at 8:30 pm this is guaranteed to be a night of fun! As we see some familiar faces take to the stage! Visit Facebook at Kilmacthomas GAA Club for more info and updates.

Bhride Cois Bhride (KINDLY SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW) U-12 HURLING Our U-12 hurlers played Ballyduff in the first round of The Town and Country League in Tallow recently. The boys put in a brilliant performance on the night using all of their skills to great effect in every single position on the field and went on to record a great win. Team: Luka Tobin, Alan Hurley, Adam McSweeney, Jack McDonnell, Ciarán Lenehan, Jake Henley, Ian Martin, Josh Good, Cian O'Brien, Callum McCarthy, Conor Henley, Stephen Murphy, Ben Grey. U-14 FOOTBALL Our u-14 footballers recorded back-to-back wins against Kilrossanty and Stradbally putting them through to the Western semi-final. Best of luck lads! Team: Cathal Hunt, Ian Martin, Darragh Spillane, Stephen Roche, Cian Hurley, Eolann Costello, Tom Dalton, Mark Dalton, Jack Murphy, Shane Martin, Jake Henley, Conor O’Keeffe, Alan Hurley, Cian O'Brien, Jack McDonnell. KELLOGG'S CÚL CAMPS This year's camp is on in Knockanore from 7th to 11th August. There is a competition for all children who book by 1st May either online or through application forms. All children booked in by 1st May will go into a draw for two stand tickets for the Munster Senior Hurling Championship semi-final on 18th June between Waterford and winners of Cork/Tipperary. So to get your place and be in with a chance to get two tickets to a Waterford Munster Senior Hurling game on 18th June. Be sure to contact Lisa Henley on 086 3461882 or go to www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie

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Brickey Rangers CLUB LOTTO THURSDAY, APRIL 20th NO WINNER Numbers drawn: 2-10-23-30. €25 to each of the following: Charlie Gough, Catherine Nugent, Colin Whelan and Conor Whelan. Thursday night’s draw to be held in The Enterprise with a jackpot prize of €1,900 up for grabs. Just a reminder your yearly lotto ticket has now expired, please contact any member of the committee to renew your subscription. Yearly lotto tickets cost €95. All club members/players are urged to subscribe to a yearly lotto ticket or deise draw ticket. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Our Intermediate hurlers had a great display on Sunday last against Modeligo in Fraher Field and were unlucky not to get a win from it after a late goal from Modeligo to level things up on a final score of Brickeys 3-13; Modeligo 2-16. JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior hurlers had a great start to their campaign last Friday night in the Dungarvan venue beating Clashmore on a scoreline of Brickeys 3-23; Clashmore 0-10. SYMPATHY The sympathies of the club are extended to Joe Whelan and family, Carriglea on the death of his sister Mary Theresa and to Nora Cooney, Carrigroe on the death of her uncle Nin Organ which occurred in the past week. May they rest in peace. JUVENILE NOTES U-16 football: Training Tuesdays at 7 pm. U-14 football: Our U-14 footballers were defeated last Sunday morning by a strong Naomh Brid side. U-14 Hurling Feile Qualifiers: We will play the first round of the hurling Feile competition on Thursday evening in Ferrybank at 7 pm. Best of luck to all involved. U-11 & U-12: Hurling training Tuesdays at 6:30 pm. U-8: Hurling & football training every Saturday morning at 10:30 am.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Crotty’s Bar where the jackpot is €8,000 as on Sunday night Noreen Barry was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 9 which wasn’t the Joker but she did win €50. Anthony O’Grady and Mike Kiely won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar, Abbeyside Post Office and Crotty’s Corrner Bar SENIOR HURLING On Sunday evening last our Senior Hurlers recorded their first win of the County Championship thanks to a one point victory over Tallow. Team: S. ENRIGHT, B. LOOBY, S. O’HARE, E. COLLINS, D. McGRATH, J. O’MAHONEY, M. POWER, R. FOLEY, J. ELSTEAD, N. MONTGOMERY, M. FERNCOMBE, D. COLLINS, S. DALY, P. HURNEY, M. O’HALLORAN. Subs: S. CROTTY. E. KIELY

JUNIOR HURLING Our Junior Hurlers got their Western Championship Campaign off to a winning start last Saturday night with a comprehensive victory over Tallow in Bushy Park. Team: S. RYAN, S. O’CONNOR, G. BREEN, M. COLEMAN, D. HENLEY, P. LYNCH, M. TWOMEY, D. SWEENEY, M. MAHER, E. ENRIGHT, J. BERESFORD, E. BRACKETT, E. KIELY, C. KINDREGAN, M. GORMAN.

SENIOR FOOTBALL This Saturday night we play Gaultier away in the Phelan Cup at 7 p.m. 300 CLUB AND DÉISE DRAW As you may be aware, we recently launched our “300 Club” Fundraising initiative. This is similar to the Development Fundraiser we ran in the last number of years whereby people donated €300 to the club to help with the development of our club grounds. The money raised from this latest version will be used to help pay for extending our hurling wall and astro turf, provide additional car parking and repay our loan with Croke Park. Those who sign up for the 300 Club will be given a Déise Draw ticket and it also includes their membership. The €300 can be paid in instalments by Direct Debit or up front, and all monies raised will be used to improve our facilities for all our playing members, both young and old. If you are interested in joining the 300 Club then please contact any committee member. The Déise Draw has been changed for 2017 and it now consists of 6 draws costing €15 a month or €90 in total. The Déise Draw has been our main fundraiser for many years and the funds raised from the draw help us meet the ever rising costs. If you would like to join the draw please contact any Committee Member. CLUB LEISURE WEAR Our new range of Club Leisure wear has arrived and is proving extremely popular with young and old alike. If you missed out on the gear this time then there’s no need to panic as we will be taking orders for the next two weekends. FIELD BOOKINGS We ask that all team managers book their

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times for training/matches with Michael O’Donovan in advance of returning to training. Managers must notify Michael in advance if they wish to change from their allocated time. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo session continues in the CBS Hall this Sunday night with a jackpot of €1,000 SYMPATHY On behalf of all in the club we would like to send our sympathies to the family and friends of the late Nin Organ, Murphy Place who passed away last weekend. We would also like to extend our sympathies to the Fives and Barry families on the death of Dr. Tom Barry in Birmingham recently. Tom played Senior Hurling for our club before emigrating to England, and whilst in England remained a great supporter of the club. A number of years ago he helped organize a visit of our club under 21 team to Birmingham along with his nephew the late Greg Fives. Again we send our sympathies to his family on their loss. CAMOGIE NOTES Training continues on Friday nights from six pm. It is great to see such a fantastic turn out each week, well done to all those who help out. U-14 Well done to our under 14's on a good win in Tallow in their first championship game of the year. We were due to play Ferrybank / Butlerstown for our second game last night Tuesday the 25th at home, results to follow. U-12 Our under 12's travelled to Lismore for a blitz on Saturday morning last . On a lovely sunny morning we had some lovely skillful and energetic camogie on display. Well done to all involved on the day. SPONSORED WALK Our sponsored walk will take place on Monday, May 1st, the girls will be walking from Clonea to Ballinacourty. This is an important event to raise much need funds for the girls, so please support in any way possible.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €12,900 held in in Micilin’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Sunday night 23/04/17. Numbers were 2, 11, 20, 23. €30 won by the following people: C. Defont, Stradbally; Rose Hickey, Kilrossanty. Seller’s prize of €30 Nicky Comyn, Leamybrien. Next Clotto to be held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 30/4/17 for a Jackpot of €13,000. On duty on the night Benny Whyte and Michael Keating. JUNIOR A HURLING On Saturday evening last, 22nd April in Colligan GAA Grounds we played Tourin and won on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-12. We didn’t get off to a great start with the Tourin scoring a goal within the first minute. Oscar replied with a point in the second minute. Donal Fitzgerald converted frees in the 6th, 8th and 12th minutes and had a point from play in the 24th minute. In the 25th minute a Michael Walsh goal put us ahead. Oscar scored a point from play in the 27th minute and in the 34th minute of added time Willie Brazil’s flicked effort resulted in a goal. Half-time score 2-6 to 16. In the second half, Paul Whyte pointed from play in the 8th minute. Donal Fitzgerald add a free in the 16th minute. Paul Keating added another free in the 31st minute. Donal added further frees in the 33rd and 34th minute of added time. In the end, it was a good win. The lads showed great heart and patience as they withstood a late Tourin challenge. Full time score 2-11 to 1-12. Our next game is against Ardmore with date time and venue to be decided. Kilrossanty team: Joey Veale, Eoin Houlihan, Killian Whelan, James Whyte, Emmett Doherty, Jim Maher, Michael Hassett, Oscar De Paor, Donal Fitzgerald, Pa Whyte, Alan Quinn, Willie Brazil, Michael Walsh, Paul Keating. Subs: Conor Hayes for Michael Hassett; Joshua Kay for Alan Quinn. Scorers: Donal Fitzgerald 0-6, 1 from play; Paul Keating 0-1, Michael Walsh 1-0, Willie Brazil 1-0, Oscar De Paor 0-2, Paul Whyte 0-1.

SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE RE-FIXTURE We will play Ardmore this coming Friday evening, 28th April in Leamybrien at 8 p.m. Please come along and support. SENIOR FOOTBALL FIXTURE We will play Gaultier in the first round of the championship on Saturday, 6th May in Kill GAA Grounds at 7 p.m. JUNIOR B FOOTBALL FIXTURE We will play Nire in Leamybrien on Thursday evening, 4th May 7 p.m. MONSTER BINGO Our next Monster Bingo will take place this coming Friday evening 28th April starting at 8:30 pm sharp, in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien. Jackpot €1,200 prize money. There will also be a raffle for cash prizes. Please come along and support. DÉISE DRAW The 2017 Deise draw will take place on Wednesday evening, 10th May. Tickets can be got from Mairead Coffey, Jason Dee and Kevin Lonergan. NEW FIELD Thank you to everyone who came out last

Friday evening 21st April to pick stones in the field your help was greatly appreciated. KILROSSANTY GARDA COMMUNITY ALERT Meeting at 8 p.m. Monday, 8th May in St. Brigid’s Hall. A community initiative against crime in the locality to improve home and farm security. All concerned residents in Leamybrien, Kilrossanty and the surrounding areas are welcome. KILROSSANTY GAA CLUB JUVENILE Bingo: Big bingo session in Crotty's this Friday night, April 28th. with the proceeds going towards the running costs of the juvenile club. Jackpot of €1,200 on 40 calls as well as the usual cash prizes also amounting to €1,200. Jason will call the numbers and it's eyes down at 8.30 p.m. sharp. Thanks to all who supported the bingo nights in the past and here's hoping that same support and more will continue into the future. Text Notifications: Any player who is in doubt at any time of not being able to attend for games or training are asked to please use the facility available on the teamer text system and reply as early as they can. It is so simple to use since all is needed is to type Y or N. Under 6, 8 and 10 Football & Hurling: Hurling training continues for Under 6's, Under 8's and Under 10's at 7 p.m. in the field. However, as next Monday is a Bank holiday, the training will move to Tuesday night with the same starting time. The Under 10 hurlers travelled to Tramore on Saturday morning last to take on the local club in the first game in this year's competition. Short a number of regulars they still competed very well but in the end defeat was their lot. The panel for the day was: Shay Kirwan, Brian Veale, Jack Crotty, Feidhlim Walsh, Donnacha Hayes, Barry Cunningham, Robert Power, Shay Walsh, Syd Hanlon, Conor O'Mahony, Matthew Veale, Paddy Cotter, Ben Kirwan, Paul Flynn, Joe Hickey, Adam Raher, Fionn Moynihan, Jake Kiely. The next outing for this team is Thursday, May 4th away to Butlerstown at 6.00 pm.

Under 12 Hurling Town & Country Leagues: By the time of reading these notes Kilrossanty will have played their second game as they are due to meet Dungarvan in Leamybrien on Tuesday night of this week. Report next week. Following the defeat in the first game against Brickeys, a home win here will be of added importance. The next fixture is for Friday, May 5th and it's an away game against St. Olivers. Confirmation on this in next weeks notes. Under 14 Football: The team travelled to Tallow last week and took on Cois Bhride in the second last game of the league section. In football goals win games but unfortunately scoring only one point suggests a poor return for all the effort on the night. The final score was 1-10 to 3-1 with the goals coming from Dara Quinn, Alan Dunwoody and Joshua Browne and the single point from Paudie Barry. Panel for the game. Alan Dunwoody, Darragh Veale, Joshua Browne, Kieran Morrissey, Rian Hayes, Kalum Hogan, Seamus O'Sullivan, Ronan Power, Cormac Curran, Jamie Quinn, Michael Casey, Dara Quinn, Ultan McCusker, Jack Quinlan, Eoin Veale, Jack Power, Colm Barry, Will Comyn, Darragh White, Paudie Barry, Shane W. Power.

There is one game remaining in the league section for Kilrossanty and it's away from home against An Ghaeltacht. This game has been deferred until further notice. The good news at the end of the day is that qualification for the knockout stages is assured. Feile B Under 14 Football: Following the great performance in the first round of this year’s Feile competition, defeating Affane on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-2, the team continued on it's winning ways with an equally impressive display against Mount Sion on Thursday evening last in Leamybrien on a final score of 5-5 to 1-5. That score suggests an easy victory but credit to the city team for their competitiveness and no little skill but in the end Kilrossanty's greater teamwork and allround display won the day. Scorers were Seamus O'Sullivan 2-2; Alan Dunwoody 2-1, a Jack Power goal and Darragh Veale with 2 points.

They advance now to meet Clan Na Gael on this Thursday night in Walsh Park at 6.30 p.m. This is the county final with the winners going forward to represent Waterford in the Feile na nGael finals in June which take place in counties Cavan and Monaghan. This is a most important game for this team and also an occasion of pride for the club and hopefully the big support this team deserves will be forthcoming on the night. Under 16 Football: There are no further updates on when or who Kilrossanty play in the next round which will be at knock out stage. Training continues under the guidance of Patrick and Tom.

Ballysaggart Ballysaggart CLUB LOTTO Draw Tuesday, April 18th: Numbers drawn were 8, 20, 23 and 27. No jackpot winner. The winners of €30 each Helena Kearney, Eily Walsh and Carmel Ryan. Lotto draw every Tuesday night at Meagher’s at 10.00 p.m. Jackpot this week is €2,875. Buy your €2 ticket from any club member.

Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Club – John Scanlon presented a cheque to the value of €7,320 to Ger McLean for East Cork Rapid Response. This was the proceeds from the hugely successful Donie Scanlon Remembrance Day.

CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON STARTS WITH A FINE WIN OVER STRADBALLY Our Intermediate hurlers started off the western championship with a great win over Stradbally in Cappoquin last Friday evening. It was Ballysaggart who got off to the better start with five points scored in the opening 10 minutes from Stephen Bennett, Ken Cashell, Kieran Bennett and Christy Murphy before Stradbally opened their score with a point from a free. Points were exchanged tit for tat to leave the half-time score at 0-12 to 0-8 in favour of Ballysaggart. The second half continued with the same intense pace and pressure as the first half but midway through the half a pass in from Stephen Bennett to Ronan Walsh saw Ronan rattled the back of the net. Two points soon after from Christy Murphy widened the gap further. But Stradbally then kept applying the pressure putting over two more points. Going into the final ten minutes Ballysaggart were 8 points ahead (1-17 to 0-12) and with five minutes to go a great pass found Shane Bennett blast to the net to increase the gap further. A point was added from Shane in the last minute of the game to give a final score of 2-18 to 0-12. Scorers: Stephen Bennett 0-7, Shane Bennett 1-2, Ken Cashell 0-4, Kieran Bennett 0-3, Ronan Walsh 1-0, Christy Murphy, 0-2. TEAM: Matty Meagher, Steven Mangan, Kieran Fennessy, Liam O’Gorman, Eugene O’Brien, Darren Meagher, Sam Ryan, Kieran Bennett, Chris O’Gorman, Christy Murphy, Shane Bennett, Ken Cashell, Stephen Bennett, Ronan Walsh, Michael Ryan. Subs: Jack Roche, Brian Meagher, Jack Cunningham, Conor Bennett, Seamus Kearney, Shane Meagher, Cailean O’Gorman.

WLR/GRANVILLE AWARD Well done to Stephen Bennett who was awarded the WLR/Granville Award for March for his contribution to the Waterford National League with a tally of 2-2 against Dublin and an impressive showing in Cusack Park against Clare to seal a spot in the quarter-final against Galway who went on to have an impressive win against Tipperary in the final last Sunday.

CappoquinCamogie Camogie Cappoquin RESULTS U-12's had a great day at the blitz in Modeligo, Saturday morning, coming out on top and winning all three games, against St. Annes, Modeligo and Ballyduff. U-14's were unlucky against Dungarvan, Sunday losing 2-04 to 1-0. Seniors also had an unfavourable day losing 3-10 to 0-11 against De la Salle on Sunday. We would like to wish a speedy recovery to Caoimhe Drohan, from De La Salle, who was injured in Sunday’s match. UPCOMING FIXTURES Cappoquin Senior team will play Gaultier in Gaultier on Sunday, 30th at 11 am TRAINING Reminder that all Under 16 and Minor training is now underway at the GAA Pitch on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7.15 p.m. U-8/U-10 training in the GAA field Thursdays, 6-7pm U-12/U-14 training Tuesday 6-7 and Thursday 6:15/7:15 U-16/U-18/Senior training Wednesday and Friday at 7.15 at the GAA field

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg PRESENTATION TO EAST CORK RAPID RESPONSE On behalf of the Scanlon family, John Scanlon presented a cheque to the value of €7,320 to Ger McLean for East Cork Rapid Response. This was

the proceeds from the hugely successful Donie Scanlon Remembrance Day. John thanked all those who supported the worthy cause and said that it was a wonderul tribute to Donie and the community. Ger McLean stated that it was a massive achievement and expressed sincere gratitude on behalf of East Cork Rapid Response. As this is a voluntary organisation all funds received will be put to good use. Sincere thanks from the club to everybody who helped in any way and to all who supported this worthy organisation. RESULTS The Intermediate Hurling Championship match versus An Rinn ended in a draw. Once again it was a very good team effort and a very satisfactory result. The final score was Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-17; An Rinn 0-17. Our next game is provisionally fixed for June 25th the weekend after the Waterford Senior Hurling match V Cork or Tipperary. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Junior Hurling match versus Brickey Rangers ended in defeat for our team. GET WELL Best wishes to Paul O'Connor for a speedy recovery following a work place accident. We hope to see you fully fit and back in action for the upcoming football match versus the Nire. FIXTURES: U-21 FOOTBALL The U-21 Football Western Final versus Comeragh Gaels will be played on Wednesday evening, April 26th, in Fraher Field at 7.30 p.m. MINOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg versus An Ghaeltacht will be played in Ring on Friday next, April 28th, at 7.00 p.m. SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Clashmore/Kinsalebeg versus The Nire will be played in Fraher Field on Friday, May 5th, at 8.00 p.m. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILE GAA U-8 Footballers visit Carriganore for Football Blitz: Well done to our U-8 footballers who had a super morning in Carriganore last Saturday where they played three games against the Nire, Gaultier and Ballyduff Lower. All our players played really well and wore the red and green with pride. Thank you to our mentors, supporters and the organisers for a great day out. Fundamental Movement - Final Session this Thursday at 4 pm!!! Our fourth and final FUNdamental Movement Session takes place this Thursday, April 27th at 4 pm at the GAA Pitch. The sessions are for 4, 5, 6 and 7 year old boys and girls and ALL are welcome. We've had three great sessions before this week with great numbers each day and we are hoping to finish on a high this week. So be sure to spread the word and we will see all of you on Thursday. Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps 2017 - Booking Open!!!! Be sure to book your place early at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg GAA Club Cúl Camp which takes place this year from July 18th to 22nd. The camp is always one of the biggest in the county and we are hoping to get our biggest attendance yet in 2017. It is open to all boys and girls aged 6-13 and a child has to have been born in 2011 or before to attend. The cost is €60 for the first child in a family registered, €50 for a second child and €40 for the third and each subsequent child registered. The boys and girls attending receive a zip top, t-shirt, gearbag and five days of fun and games. To book, register at www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or contact Katie Fleming on 0879499266. All those who book before May 1st will be entered into a draw for two stand tickets for the Munster SHC semi-final between Waterford and Cork/Tipperary.

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Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) CONGRATULATIONS Congrats to Joseph O’Keeffe, Deerpark, who was placed 4th in the World Dancing competition held over the Easter break. JUNIOR HURLING Our junior hurlers got off to a winning start by beating Fourmilewater last Sunday morning in perfect weather conditions at Colligan on a scoreline of 2-13 to 2-4. Great to see many new young faces togging out for the black and amber. Well done to all involved. SENIOR HURLING ROUND 2 CHAMPIONSHIP Our senior lads took on Fourmilewater in the 2nd round of the Senior Hurling Championship last Saturday, April 22nd in Fraher Field. Final score of the match: Lismore 3-15; Fourmilewater 1 16. (See page 7 for full report). LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO Results for last week's draw held on Tuesday, April 17th are as follows: 8, 16, 23, 27. No winner of the €20,000 Jackpot. Consolation prizes of €20 went to Betty Chapman, Eily Hickey, James O’Sullivan, Craig Tobin. Lotto Draw held on Monday, 24th April in the Community Centre for a massive jackpot of €20,000. Numbers drawn for this jackpot were as follows: 6, 23, 27, 29. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to Niall Ahearn, Catherine O’Mahoney, Tom Ormonde, Ciaran O’Shea, Ballincollig. Next week's jackpot will be €20,000, and the draw will be held on Tuesday, May 2nd because of Monday been a Bank Holiday.

Ardmore Ardmore J.H.C. Ardmore 3-18; Colligan 2-15. Ardmore 0-23; Geraldines 1-9. We had two wins in the hurling championship in the past couple of weeks. Starting against Colligan on Saturday week last, this was a hard fought game. Colligan got of to a quick start and led by four points to one but we hit back with three goals to lead 3-6 to 0-9 at the break. Colligan came back into it but we weathered the storm and ran out winners. On Saturday last, we took on Geraldines and again we had to work hard before we got on top and with David Gartland in fine form from play and free taking helped us.to win with a bit to spare. So it’s two wins and a good start to the championship and while it could be a while before we will play again there is a lot of work to be done. S.F.C. It’s back to football training this week as we prepare for our first round game versus Stradbally SYMPATHY The club offers deepest sympathy to the Connors family on the passing of their mother Nora and also to Sharon Veale on the recent death of her mother Marie. May they rest in peace. FIXTURE S.F.L. Versus Kilrossanty on Friday in Lemybrien 7.30 p.m. LOTTO DRAW No winner. €20 each to: Liz Griffin, c/o Keevers; John Hennessy, c/o Keevers; Breda O’Reilly, c/o Quinn’s; Alice Keating, c/o Quinn’s; Muiris Quinn, c/o Kiely’s Cross. Next draw Monday, 1st May, Keever’s. Jackpot €10,000.

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST TALLOW GAA LOTTO SPONSORED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW 24/4/2017 – Numbers drawn were: 3, 6, 20, 22. No winner. Consolation prizes: Thomas Ryan, Heather Ahern, Colette Power, Andy Cunningham. Promoter: Martin Sheehan. Next draw: Corner House. Jackpot: €16,600. 18/4/2017 – Numbers drawn were: 9, 14, 19, 20. No winner. Consolation prizes: Pat McGrath, Alan Buckley, Mike McGrath, Martina Henley. Promoter: Tom Doyle. Next draw: The Hotel. Jackpot: €16,400. Our weekly lotto tickets are available to purchase from any of the promoters or any businesses around the town. Please support our local lotto. Tickets are €2. SENIOR HURLING Tallow 0-18; Abbeyside 0-19. Last Sunday's encounter could have gone either way up to the final whistle, however, Abbeyside just shaded it by the narrowest of margins with two injury time points. Ian Beecher opened the scoring with a well taken point. From here Abbeyside went on a rampage scoring five points without reply. Scores from Paul O'Brien, Thomas Ryan and Jordan Henley kept Tallow very much alive in the first twenty minutes. Tallow were dealt a huge blow when Paul O'Brien (who had started the game in flying form) was substituted through injury. This second half was stop/start due to the large volume of frees (19 in total) despite the fact that the game was played in a sporting fashion.

The sides were level three times in the first fifteen minutes of this second half. Tallow went ahead mid-way through the second half when Bob McCarthy set up Thomas Daly for his first score of the game. The last quarter was nail-biting stuff with both teams not willing to give an inch. Abbeyside finished the game with the last two scores to win the game by a single point. Disappointing for Tallow who gave it their all with a much improved performance from the previous week. Final score Tallow 0-18; Abbeyside 0-19. (See full report on page 8). Scorers for Tallow: Thomas Ryan 0-12 (11f), Ian Beecher 0-2 Jordan Henley, Paul O'Brien, Thomas Daly and Jake Neville (0-1 each) Tallow: S. O'Sullivan, R. Geary, D. O'Brien, J. Beecher, K. Geary, M. O'Brien, R. Beecher, J. Henley, T. Daly, T. Ryan, B. McCarthy, I. Beecher, D. Buckley, E. Sheehan, P. O'Brien. Subs: J. Neville for P O'Brien, D. Mulcahy for D. Buckley, R. O'Sullivan for T. Daly.

COMMITTEE MEETING CLG Tulach an Iarainn will hold their monthly committee meeting this Thursday, April 27th, at 8.30 p.m. in the clubhouse. all members are requested to attend. FIXTURES Junior football versus Sliabh gCua Sunday, May 7th, at 3.30 p.m. in Cappoquin. COBHRÓN CLG Tulach an Iarainn wishes to extend sincere sympathy to the family of John Daly, Youghal and Tallow, on his sad passing. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Shamrocks Ladies Shamrocks U-14 COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP Last Wednesday evening we played our first game in the U-14 Championship at home to Dungarvan. We began the game in whirlwind fashion and registered two goals from Rachel Roche and Aobhla Motherway in the opening minutes. This was then followed by points from Kate Sheehan and Neasa Whelan, before Dungarvan fought back with a goal and a point of their own. We then responded with further goals from Kate Sheehan, Aobhla Motherway and a brace from Meadhbh Ormonde which gave us a commanding half time lead. To their credit Dungarvan responded in the second half scoring three goals without reply. However, points from Olivia Mason and Neasa Whelan ensured that we closed the game out and we finished deserving winners. Our next game is this Wednesday evening in Knockanore versus Erins Own. Team: Olivia Forbes, Abbey Morrissey, Jessica McSweeney, Ellen Ryan, Anna McDonnell, Olivia Mason, Doireann Ormonde, Rachel Roche, Emma Roche, Meadhbh Ormonde, Catherine Hynes, Neasa Whelan, Kate Sheehan, Aobhla Motherway, Niamh Spillane, Bronagh Motherway, Caithlin O’Neill.

WATERFORD U-16S Congratulations to the Waterford U-16 team who defeated Clare in the Munster B Final replay last Saturday afternoon in Tipperary Town. Having drawn the previous Monday they made no mistake winning the replay on a scoreline of Waterford 5-7; Clare 1-3. BOBBLE HATS The club has Shamrocks Ladies Bobble Hats which can be purchased for €10 at any training session. Also if any new players who would like to order the Zip Top or Training Jersey which were ordered last year just give your name and size to any of the trainers at training on Saturday morning. SCOR NA PAISTI Congratulations to Meadhbh Ormonde, Bronagh Motherway, Lily Roche, Roisin Hunt and Caithlin O’Neill who finished second in the ballad group in the County Finals of Scor na Paisti which was held in Cappoquin recently. ANYONE CAN ROB A BANK KGK Youth Drama Group, including Shamrocks Ladies players Rebecca McSweeney, Mairead Lucey and Rebecca O’Keeffe stage their production of Anyone Can Rob a Bank in the KGK Hall in Knockanore this Friday and Saturday night starting at 8.15 p.m. on both nights. The cast are made up entirely of Transition Year students from the parish. They received a standing ovation for their performance last weekend so a good night’s entertainment is ensured!! All support would be welcome. MEMBERSHIP Just a reminder that Membership can be paid at training on Saturday morning to any of the trainers. TRAINING Training continues next Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. for all ages.

Modeligo WEST INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP RESULT Modeligo 2-16; Brickey Rangers 3-13. (Played Sunday, April 23rd in Fraher Field) Modeligo had their second outing in Intermediate Hurling against Brickey Rangers on Sunday last and having trailed for the most part of this game, we were extremely fortunate to come away with a draw.

WEST INTERMEDIATE HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Three out of four games in this grade resulted in draws over the past weekend. Ourselves and Brickeys played out the second drawn game at the Fraher Field on Sunday last, with Clashmore and An Rínn finishing up at 0-17 a-piece. Earlier that day, Cappoquin and Shamrocks played out another draw at 1-21 each. The close nature of these games probably shows just how close the sides in this grade are and even though Ballysaggart enjoyed a 2-18 to 0-12 win over Stradbally on Friday evening, there is a lot of hurling yet to be played before a clearer picture emerges as to who may capture this Western title in 2017! WEST JUNIOR 'C' HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP (Round 1) Shamrocks 4-20; Modeligo 1-9. Played Friday, April 21st at 7 p.m. in Tourin The Junior Hurling squad had their first game on Friday night, April 21st in Tourin GAA Grounds against Shamrocks but on this occasion the lads had to give way to a Shamrocks side who were altogether a better balanced team. COUNTY U-14 "A" CAMOGIE Modeligo travelled to Dunhill on Tuesday evening last to face St. Anne's in their first game in this grade and came away with a good win. Next up for these girls is a visit to Modeligo from De La Salle. COUNTY JUNIOR CAMOGIE LEAGUE RESULT Tramore 2-17; Modeligo 1-1. Played Sunday, April 23rd, 2017 in Modeligo. (Réiteoir: T. O'Sullivan) Despite the scoreline, this was another spirited display from our very young side. Once again, they could not be faulted for effort here, but were beaten by a more skilled and experienced Tramore side who were deserving of the win. COUNTY JUNIOR CAMOGIE LEAGUE FIXTURE Modeligo vrs. Dungarvan Sunday next, April 30th at 11 a.m. in Dungarvan GAA Club Grounds. JUVENILE CAMOGIE TRAINING Camogie training will commence on this Friday, April 28th and continue every Friday from 6.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m. in Modeligo for girls in junior infants and right up to u-12 (born 2005). Please spread the word as new members are always welcome. CARDIAC SCREENING A staggering statistic is that approximately two young people per week die in Ireland from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome. With this in mind, Modeligo GAA will host a Cardiac Screening to help prevent such an occurrence of S.A.D.S. Our date for Cardiac Screening is fast approaching, but it's not too late to sign up. However, places are limited so book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. The screening takes place on Saturday, May 13th from 9 am to 5 pm, priced at €65 per person (free to those covered by Laya Healthcare Insurance) You can book your place by following three simple steps as follows; (Details are also listed on our clubs facebook page) STEP 1: Go to www.ameds.ie STEP 2: Click "Online Booking" STEP 3: Enter Clinic Code: modeligo WESTERN U-21 FOOTBALL FINAL Cluiche Cheannais Peil Fé 21 "B" Gael na Comeraigh vrs. Chlais Mhór/Ceann tSaile Beag Fraher Field, Dungarvan on Wednesday, April 26th at 7.30 pm (Réiteoir: Tadhg Tobin). (Please note that in the event of a draw at full time, 2 x 10 mins extra-time will be played). Best wishes to all of the lads who line out with the Comeragh Gaels and to all involved with the squad. MUNSTER LADIES FOOTBALL TITLE Congratulations to local girl, Mary Kate Curran who was part of the victorious Waterford U-16 Ladies Football squad on Saturday. The Déise girls claimed this Munster U-16 B title with a fulltime score of Waterford 5-7; Clare 1-3. Well done to Marry Kate and all involved with the panel.

Affane/Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO Tuesday, 18th April. Jackpot €15,000. No winner. Numbers drawn: 3, 5, 8, 9. Consolation winners: Mark Mason, Abbeyglen; Tommy Costin, c/o Eamon Costin; John & Stephanie Coughlan, Lacken; Jimmy Dalton, Aglish; Paul & Mary McCormack, Killahala. CLUB LOTTO MONDAY, 24th APRIL Jackpot €15,000. No wnner. Numbers drawn: 13, 17, 22, 28. Consolation wnners €20: Maurice Kelleher, Carrigeen; John Cunningham, Green St.; Jennifer Glasheen, Affane; Craig O'Shea, Cappoquin; Rose Tamplin, c/o Central Bar. THE CAPPOQUIN SPORTSFIELD The Cappoquin Sportsfield in the past has at various times has seen county finals at u-14, U16, Minor, U-21 and senior level as well as National hurling land football league and Munster Minor and U-21 championship games last week-

Brothers Jamie, left, and Pa Hallahan pictured with the new sets of jerseys they presented to Dungarvan GAA Club adult teams at their premises on the Square recenty. Their late dad Austin played senior club and county football in his day and he won a senior county medal with the club in 1954. The Hallahan family’s link with the club lives on to this day.

end two senior hurling c"ship ties between Fourmile, Lismore, Tallow, Abbeyside where Cappoquin would be the central location for all sets of supporters were not played there. In recent years this seems to be the trend with the teams from the Western end of the division expected to do most of the travelling with the rare exception. WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING C'SHIP Shamrocks1-21; Cappoquin 1-21. (Full report of game in Sport section) At the resplendent Castle Farm Grounds, Lismore last Sunday where a good attendance turned up to see a superbly contested game between local rivals Cappoquin and Shamrocks. Cappoquin lead at half-time on a score of 1-10 to 0-8 but Shamrocks showed great resolve in the second half to hit the front with time almost up but Shane O’Rourke was on hand to point a last minute free where a share of the spoils seemed a fair result on the day for both sides. THREE TO ANSWER 1, How many times have Galway been National Hurling League Champions? 2, When were Laois last Lenster Senior Football champions? 3, What club did De La Salle defeat in the 2009 All Ireland club senior hurling semi-final? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Wexford's Lee Chin plays for Faythe Harriers 2, Mayfield Cork won the All Ireland Junior club hurling championship in 2017 3, Longford last won a Leinster senior Football final in 1968. WESTERN JFC FIXTURES Rd 1 Sat., 6th May Affane V Old Parish in Bushy Park at 7 pm Rd 2 Sat., 13th May Affane V Tallow in Ballyduff Upr at 6 pm U-12 HURLING T/C (All games on Fridays at 6.30 pm) Rd 3 5th May Clashmore (H) Rd 4 19th May Kilrossanty (A). DEISE DRAW The 2017 Déise Draw is scheduled to take place this coming May. PITCH BOOKING All coaches seeking to book a pitch to send details to Adult Club Secretary on 087-676 7930. WAX AND HEADSHAVE FUNDRAISER The Cappoquin Juvenile GAA club will hold a Wax and Headshave Fundraiser this Sunday, 30th April which is a Bank Holiday weekend in The Central Bar. In what promises to be a great night of entertainment and fun, the music will be provided by the one and only DJ Mike O’Rourke, there will be tickets for spot prizes and guest apppearances by some of the Waterford hurling stars. JUVENILE GAA NOTES Cappoquin Under-12 Hurlers at Croke Park: Our Under 12 hurlers had an epic trip to Croke Park on Wednesday, 19th April. The bus headed off before dawn on our long trek to Dublin. The bus was loaded up with bunting, picnic baskets and vocal supporters as we headed to the Holy Grail of Gaelic games. Following a brief motorway food stop, we arrived into the player’s area of Croker. We were brought on a guided tour of the stadium and you could hear a pin drop as our guide went through the various rituals of players before an All-Ireland final. All visualised themselves representing the

Déise on final day and I am sure that many of them will in years to come. As the countdown was underway for throw-in, the lads focussed on the job at hand. Once team photos were taken we began our game against a strong Newmarket-On-Fergus team. In a game which ebbed and flowed, we led for the majority of the game before the Banner side got a late equalising point. Next up was the team from Blarney. This game was in our grasp until a late winning point for the Cork side meant that we needed to come out on top in our final game to top our group. We now faced the daunting task of Carrick Swans from Tipperary. This was by far our toughest game with both sides knowing that the winner takes all. The Quinners started strongly and opening up a 4 point lead. The Carrick team came back into the game and the outcome did not look positive with 3 minutes to go. However, two late goals meant that the Cornerstone lads ended up winning by 4 points. The roar from our supporters in the Hogan stand would do justice to any All-Ireland final. The lads left the field to rapturous applause as they wore the Red and Black with pride. Huge thanks to some of the people who made this day possible. Our executive committee of Jimmy, Padraig and Ailish for making this trip a reality. The team mentors, namely David, John, Brian and Eamon had the team prepared to perfection and the performance was definitely the best that we have ever seen from the bunch of lads. Karen did great work providing snacks and drinks for everyone as well as a monster Easter draw on the way home. We are very grateful for the very generous sponsorship received from TQS Integration Limited. The jerseys and tops made the lads look really smart and professional in Croke Park. All in all we had a great day which will be remembered by everyone for many years to come. I know many of these lads will fulfil the dreams which they have of playing again in Croke Park. It was a fantastic day which everyone will remember for many years to come. Panel: T. J. Ormonde, Aaron Coffey, Eoin Coffey, Tim Cliffe, Sean Begley, Conor Ormonde, Alex O’Sullivan, Dylan Sheehan, Dara Begley, David Lommano, Sean Curtin, Martin Keniry, John Murphy, Shane Coffey, Colin Coffey, Bill Murphy, Eoin Rooney, Ronan Uniacke, Charlie Nicholson, Sean Buckley, Liam O’Donnell. Mascots: Jay Sheehan and Ben Rooney.

CAPPOQUIN/AFFANE JUVENILE GAA DISCO The club will hold a Teenage Disco (everyone must be younger than 16) this Friday, April 28th in The Boathouse from 9 pm to 11 pm. Entry €10. DJ Glen Curtin. CAKE SALE There will be a Cake Sale in the CYMS Hall this weekend from 10 am to 2 pm and before and after Mass on Saturday and Sunday for a very worthy cause in aid of the sick and impoverished people in Eastern Africa who our local volunteer, Aaron O’Sullivan will go and help in June. WEST WATERFORD U-13 F CHAMPIONSHIP Affane 3-04; St. Olivers 2-04. Affane had a hard earned but deserving win over neighbours St. Olivers in the Sportsfield on Monday last. Affane panel: Dylan Sheehan, Mark Ormonde, Eoin Coffey, Stephen Organ (Capt), Cian Nolan, Conor Ormonde, Sean Begley, Conor Rooney, Michéal Dalton, Oisín Power, Cathal Carey, Dara Begley, Rory Byrne, Alex O’Sullivan, Oisín Coffey.

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Leevale Open Sports - Blackwater AC take on the best of Munster BLACKWATER AC travelled to CIT in Cork last weekend to the Leevale Open Sports to what was a very competitive meet, but again our little warriors represented the club fantastically well Liam Meaney kicked the day off with two brilliant runs in the boys sprint where he picked up a medal for his endeavours. Kate O'Connor, Maya Rossa & Dioreann O'Riordan represented the club again with gusto! Having great runs in the sprints, jumping fantastically well in the long jump, but they saved their best till the Turbo Javelin, where Kate narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing 4th, Maya, Dioreann finished 5th & 6th which out of 36 throwers is a magnificent performance! David O'Farrell, Conor O'Keeffe, Hugo Quann & Fionn Schurmann our four gladiators put in their usual battling performances in the boys sprint, long jump, turbo javelin and 300m. With all the boys mixing it for medal contention in all there events! David qualified for the sprint finals and Hugo had a super run in the 300m narrowly missing out on a medal Zuzanna Orkwieszki, Melissa Collender, Neave Rossa, Eimear Meaney & Nicole Reszel had a very productive day, with all the girls producing fantastic performances across all their events. Neave finished 4th in the girls 300m which was fantastic effort, Nicole joined two girls from Midleton and one from St. Michael’s AC to run in the girls U12 relay n they won with a fantastic leg from Nicole. Brilliant performances from Maeve Kelly all day across the sprint, hurdles/sprint and high jump! Again narrowly missing out on medals but fantastic efforts, 4th in high jump also shows this girl’s all round excellence. Leevale Open Sports is arguably the toughest Open Sports in the country and to do so well augurs well for the future of the athletes and the club. The experience of competing at this level will bring them on also. Linda O'Keeffe, Deirdre Meaney, Kasia Rossa, Tomas Rossa, Eamonn Kelly, Christina Kelly, Tomek Orka. Thanks to Donal Murnane and all in Leevale AC for a great we'll or-

ganised meeting Again we've three medals for different reasons to be given to our athletes 1 - Performance of the day Hugo Quann 2 - Best newcomer - Maya Rossa 3 - Tough as nails award Eimear Meaney FERRYBANK AC OPEN SPORTS - KATE & RIAN THROW BLACKWATER AC INTO THE MEDALS AT FERRYBANK OPEN SPORTS We set out early with a small but determined team of young starlets to take on the best that Ferrybank Open Sports could tackle us with. A fantastic day, with teams represented from across Ireland, Wexford / Tipperary / Cork / Kilkenny / Carlow / Laois / Waterford even as far away as Meath! So as expected the level of competition was ferocious but we held our own across the day!!! U-8 GIRLS - SARAH O'KEEFFE, KITTY RAFFERTY, HANNAH O'FARRELL, NIAMH MORRISSEY & JUNO HICKEY MOONEY Track & Field debuts for our little pocket rockets. All the girls produced fantastic performances that put them in the mix for medals throughout the day, which augurs well for the future of Blackwater AC, Hannah & Sarah then stepped up to be part of the U-9 relay! U-8 BOYS - OSKAR ORKWISEWSKI Our only U-8 boy out gave a great account of himself, where he battled it out with the best that could've been thrown at him and he produced a sterling effort in all events and showed his grit when he stepped up to run in the U-9 boys relay. Definitely one to watch out for! U-9 GIRLS - KATE O'CONNOR, DIOREANN O'RIORDAN * SILVER MEDAL FOR KATE!!! Two fleet footed ladies had a fantastic showing in the sprint, narrowly missing out on medals. Kate produce a fantastic throw in the girls turbo javelin where she picked up our first medal of the day!! A stunning effort considering it was her first time throwing the Javelin. Both girls were also part of the U-9

Finisk Valley AC 4 x 200 relay team that took first place at St. Senan’s AC Open Sports. The team Lucey Nugent, Suin Mernin, Brooke Dunford and Ava Flavin.

girls relay. U-9 Boys - Will Lennon, Rian Kearney, Rory Nugent, Billy Buckley, Conor Whelan & Kyle Creamer *SILVER MEDAL FOR RIAN We had six of the best U-9 boys on show, hearts of lions, they threw themselves into every event with gusto! They fought and fought till finally Rian from Ballyduff Upper threw the turbo javelin to secure our second medal of the day. Will, Rory, Oskar and Rian then ran a great race in the U-9 boys relay narrowly missing out on a medal U-10 Girls Zuzanna Orkwisewska, Aliya Geoghegan & Alannah Martin The three girls really lit up the track, Aliya produced a magnificent effort in the 60m to just be pipped for a medal in the final of the sprint! Zuzanna had a great all round day, consistently putting herself in the mix amongst the medal contenders. Alannah was a breath of fresh air, her first experience and she excelled wonderfully. The girls also stepped up to U-11 for the relay. U-10 BOYS - HUGO QUANN, DAVID O'FARRELL, CONOR O'KEEFFE, FIONN SCHURMANN, ROSS GEARY & ANDREW CREAMER Our ever reliable combatants Hugo/Conor/Fionn/David, were joined by Ballyduff’s finest warriors in Ross and Andrew. All the boys put in Trojan efforts to represent the club with passion and pride. U-11 GIRLS - MOLLY DEMPSEY, OLIVIA SCANLON, NICOLE RESZEL The three girls had a busy day, they excelled at every event they entered. Molly was unlucky to narrowly miss out medalling in the turbo javelin, Olivia and Nicole's first experience was very rewarding which augurs well for upcoming meets U-11 BOYS OISIN HANNIGAN Oisin Hannigan produced sterling efforts to put himself amongst the medal contenders all day. Although narrowly missing out he will take great experience to carry forward and I'm sure he'll be on the podium sooner than later! U-12 Boys - Cormac Martin U-13 Girls - Maeve Kelly

Saoirlaith Mernin, Finisk Valley AC, who won the girls under 9 300 metres at Ferrybank Open Sports.

A group of Blackwater AC members who took part in the Aglish 5K in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital. U-13 Boys - Bradley Creamer Our three Athletes gave excellent performances all round, Maeve produced her usually bit between her teeth race, narrowly missing out on the medals, Cormac & Bradley again newcomers to the track, will take great experience, both competed and done great, Bradley had a great throw in Shot Putt, whilst Cormac produce a super effort in boys 300m Overall, it was a super day, I would like to thank Linda, Caroline, Eamonn, Marie, Brian, Tomas who helped out throughout the day. To Brid Golden and all at Ferrybank AC for a great well run event and to the kids, our athletes who again were exemplary and represented the club with pride! 1. The biggest smile that lit up the RSC... Alannah Martin. 2. The most improved athlete.... Billy Buckley. 3. The person that coach couldn't do without in terms of help.....Molly Dempsey. 2 Medals and bags of optimism, hopes & dreams! Our juvenile section is delighted to expand our training network into Ballyduff Upper, training times are Mondays 4.30-5.30 for Junior Infants to 2nd class & 5.30-6.30 for

3rd class up Training times as follows: Mondays 4.30-5.30 & 5.30-6.30 at Ballyduff Upper Community Centre. Tuesdays 5.00-6.00 pm at Cappoquin Community Centre. Thursdays 5.00-6.00pm & 6.007.00 pm at Lismore BCS. New members always welcome. UPCOMING FIXTURES WATERFORD COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIPS - SUNDAY 14th & 21st MAY Senior Update Couch to 5K- We had a fantastic group of ladies come through our recent C25K programme, and all of whom took on there first official run in Youghal for the recent Emer Casey Foundation 5K, Blackwater travelled down with nearly 30 athletes to support a great cause. Ballinroad 5K - We'd a small team out for the recent opening of the West Waterford AC Summer Series in Ballinroad, Lisa McCarthy, Nicola McCormack, Ann-Marie Lineen, Bridget Fuller Buckley, Linda O'Keeffe, Martina Cliffe & Mark Beer all posted great times and had fantastic runs Butlerstown 4 mile - Deirdre O'Donnell, Bridget Fuller Buckley and Mark Beer travelled to Butlerstown to run a very competi-

tive event, again posting great times with excellent runs Tallow 5K - A nice group of athletes travelled to Tallow to support our local village in a community fundraiser, a nice course with fast times posted by everyone. Well done to Joanne Kearney, Nicola McCormack, Deirdre Meaney, Ann O'Sullivan, Noelle Feeney, Helen Forde, Joanne Kelly and Mary Landers. Aglish 5K in aid of Crumlin CUH - A great event for a great cause was well supported again by Blackwater AC, Nicola McCormack, Phyl Hannon, Lisa McCarthy, Eilish Murray, Susan Crowley, Ann-Marie Lineen, Sharon Geoghegan, Joanne Kearney and Deirdre O'Donnell all put in sterling efforts to secure great runs and times It's fantastic to see such great progress with the senior end of the club, and we'll continue to develop it as we develop as a club Upcoming runs - Colaiste an Chraoibhin, Fermoy, 5k, Thursday 27th at 7.30. - Galtee Runners, Ballygiblin 5K, Mitchelstown, Friday 28th at 7.30. - Roses run 10K & 5K, Mooncoin, Monday May 1st at 12 noon.

Lucey Nugent, Finisk Valley AC, who had a brilliant win in the girls under 10 700 metres at St. Senan’s AC Open Sports. Lucey also won the 80 metre sprint.

Corey Scanlon, Finisk Valley AC who took second place in the boys under 12 shott putt at St. Senan’s Open Sports with a throw of 8 metres 9 centimetres.

Caden Scanlon, Kinisk Valley AC, who took third place in the boys under 9 300 metres at Ferrybank Open Sports.

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West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboy League

Clashmore Ramblers win back-to-back titles AURA LEISURE CENTRE YOUGHAL U-12 PREMIER DIVISION PLAY-OFF Clashmore Ramblers ..........â&#x20AC;Ś 1; Kilworth Celtic Tigers ..........â&#x20AC;Ś 0. THE best two U-12 teams met last Tuesday night week to contest a League play-off after they couldn't be separated after 10 games with 8 wins, 1 defeat and 1 draw and both joint top of the League table on 25 points, 12 points clear of third placed Lismore. Both teams had kept 8 clean sheets from their 10 games with only 9 goals conceded in total between the two teams all season. They both met in the last league game in Pablo Park a few

weeks previous and a 1-1 draw meant this play-off game had to take place. The game was played in front of a fine crowd in Brideview Park, Tallow and on a superb pitch this was a game the neutrals looked forward to and the Ramblers really started the game on top and looked like a team going to add the U-12 title to the U-11 one they won last season as they was camped in the Kilworth half for the majority of the opening period. The opening goal came after relentless pressure on the Celtic rearguard as wave after wave of attacks brought a few corners and

FIXTURES DB Sports Tours Cups 2017 at St. Colmans Park, Cobh Friday, 28th April 2017 U-13 Cup Final Mogeely or Lismore v Valley or Cappoquin 6.30 pm U-15 Cup Final Valley v Clashmore or Inch 8.15 pm Monday, 1st May 2017 U-12 Cup Final Lismore v Brideview 12 noon U-14 Cup Final Kilworth v Clashmore or Valley 4.00 pm U-16 Cup Final Blackwater v Kilworth 2.00 pm End of Season Academy Day at Castlebridge Celtic Saturday 29th April 2017 Under 7 Ardmore v Lismore 10.00 am Clashmore v Ballybridge 10.00 am Under 8 Clashmore Greens v Lismore Blacks 10.30 am Clashmore Whites v Kilworth Lions 10.30 am Inch Whites v Lismore Yellows 10.30 am

Oisin Ryan buried it in the bottom corner with a fine header on six minutes and the Ramblers had the lead they deserved. The Kilworth lads tried to respond but the Clashmore midfield and defensive were well on top at this stage and controlling the game meaning the Celtic boys were having to play on the counter attack and Liam Og Hegarty was dangerous as the half wore on. Clashmore were unlucky not to increase their lead on a number of occasions as the Kilworth keeper Sean Og Kenneally had to be alert and the offside flag on a few other occasions saved the Kilworth boys

from going in at the break more than a goal behind. The second half Kilworth started better and drove at the Clashmore defence but Darragh O'Neill and Liam Devine were in fine form with goal scorer Ryan sweeping up if they needed. Clashmore were the better team on the night but failure to add the second goal kept Kilworth in with a chance to equalise and they tried everything

in the final minutes including bringing out keeper Sean Og to add height to their attack but this Clashmore team are a determined bunch and no better team to dig deep and see out a game and they should have sealed it at the break late on as the Kilworth replacement keeper denied Kyle Moloney and Shane Coughlan what looked like certain goals. In the end the time ran out for Kilworth but no one can

deny the better team on the night won the game and with it the Premier Division title and became Champions for the second year in a row and hats off to them. Kilworth will be back again next year and maybe it will be third time lucky for them. Clashmore Captain Ben Lombard excepted the trophy from League Secretary Liam Fraser and he gave a fine speech and lifted it high to great celebrations.

Inch Reds v Kilworth Tigers 11.30 am Ardmore v Castlebridge 11.30 am Ballybridge v Brideview 11.30 am Cappoquin v Valley 12.30 pm Under 9 Mogeely Rovers v Lismore Yellows 12.30 pm Inch Reds v Brideview Yellows 12.30 pm Clashmore Greens v Lismore Blacks 1.30 pm Mogeely Wanderers v Valley 1.30 pm Inch Whites v Brideview Blues 1.30 pm Clashmore Whites v Cappoquin 2.30 pm Ardmore v Castlebridge Blues 2.30 pm Ballybridge v Castlebridge Whites 2.30 pm Under 10 Valley Oranges v Lismore Blacks 10.30 am Mogeely v Lismore Yellows 10.30 am Castlebridge Blues v Clashmore Whites 11.30 am Castlebridge Whites v Brideview Yellows 11.30 am Ballybridge v Cappoquin 12.30 pm Kilworth Tigers v Clashmore Greens 12.30 pm Inch Reds v Brideview Blues 1.30 pm Inch Whites v Ardmore 1.30 pm Kilworth Lions v Ballymac Blues 2.30 pm Ballymac Whites v Valley Blacks 2.30 pm

Kilworth Celtic Aura Leisure Centre Youghal U-12 Premier Division Runners-Up 2016/17.

West Waterford/Eaast Cork Schoolboy League U-12 squad seen here outside Old Trafford during their Manchester Cup trip over the Easter holidays.

West Waterford/East Cork Schoolboy League Under 11 squad who won the Cork International Cup Plate Final last Sunday in CIT.

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Pictured are the Easter Camp participants with surprise guest players from Waterford FC. We wish the team the very best of luck versus UCD on Friday night.

Dungarvan United FC

Pictured is Danny Reynolds who was part of the Waterford Inter-League team who defeated Limerick on Sunday last. WATERFORD YOUTH INTER-LEAGUE CHAMPIONS After 22 years, Waterford were crowed Youth Interleague champions last Sunday versus Limerick and all in Dungarvan Utd. pass on our congratulations to the Waterford team, management and our very own talented player Danny Reynolds. Danny is a true blue, progressing from a young schoolboy to shine in youth football for his club. He has made hia mark in Premier football this season and has shown he has what it takes. He has a bright future

ahead of him. Well done Danny, we are all proud of you. DUNGARVAN UTD UNDER 14 On a bright Spring evening we travelled down to Kilmac last Tuesday to play our rearranged fixture against the local team. In what must be the most picturesque pitch in the country, we bounced back after a few disappointing displays recently to record an emphatic win over a gallant Kilmac side. In a must win game it was evident from the kick off that our lads were focused. Our back line were magnificent. Dylan O’Connor was solid at left back as was Molly Shrubb and Conall O Ceallaigh in the centre. Dayle Ducey at right back had a magnificent game and like Dylan O’Connor in previous games made some fantastic runs out of defence and caused all sort of problems for Kilmac. We had to juggle things around when Liam O Siochain had to come off. Emmet Freyne went up front and gave a performance that none of us will forget in a hurry. With Cameron Ashraf on song and Alan Dunwoody battling hard. Emmet pounced just before the break with a screamer to the roof of the net. After the break, we played with a lot of confidence. Jack Mulligan worked hard as did Kevin Keohan. We were soon 2-0 up when Michael Power blasted in a well placed shot. Emmet Freyne grabbed his second soon after. Emmet was up against the tallest defence we met all season but there was no stopping him. With a little luck he could have had 4 or 5 goals. Dominic Falcowski came on and caused the Kilmac defence all sort of problems. Alan Dunwoody completed the scoring for us. Bradley Keane showed us in flashes how good he can be. Dayle Ducey came off near the end to a standing ovation and Jamie Healy as usual lets his football do his talking for him. Sam Dalton came on and steadied the ship and near the end Kilmac got a penalty and

scored. The consistent Cian Keith as usual gave another great performance. It's now up to us to win our remaining games in order for us to make a play-off with Ballinroad. Hopefully, this is the game that gets us back to our winning ways. Man of the Match was undoubtedly Emmet Freyne. LOTTO JACKPOT SCOOPED AGAIN! Congratulations to Mark Dwyer who won the €600 Jackpot this week! Winning numbers were 3, 7, 21. Once again a local winner. The Dwyer family are great supporters of the club and our lotto! The Lotto Committee and Club Management would like to pass on our heartfelt thanks to all who have continued to support and help our lotto prosper. EASTER CAMP Our Easter Camp was a roaring success. Thanks to all the young blues who came, the parents for their support and our brilliant coaches without who these camps would not be possible. A special mention to Waterford FC who sent some special guests to make the camp even more exciting! IT'S HERE! SATURDAY NIGHT IS RACE NIGHT! Many people within the club have worked tirelessly to arrange this fun night for everyone to enjoy. Thanks to all who so far have supported us in setting up this fundraiser through buying or selling horses and the businesses who have come on board buying horses, taking adverts and sponsoring races. We are asking all coaches, managers, adult players, school boy players families and supporters to come out on the night and support us on Saturday night! See you all from 8 p.m. FIXTURES Wednesday 26-4-17: 3rd Div. Away to Carrick 6.30 pm 4th Div. Cup Away to Crusaders 6.30 pm U-18A Home to Villa 7.00 pm (Main pitch) Thursday 27-2-17: U-16A Away to Carrick 6.15 pm U-12A Away to Southend 6.15 pm Saturday 29-4-17: U-11 Girls Away to Railway 10.30 am U-13B Away to Park Rangers 12.30 pm U-15A Away to Ferrybank 2.30 pm U-15B Away to Park Rangers 2.30 pm Monday 1-5-17: U-12A Away to Villa 10.30 am U-14B C Home to Ballinroad / Villa if win 1st rd. 10.30 am (Glass pitch)

Tuesday 2-5-17: 4th Div. away if progress in cup 7 pm U-18A Away to Ferrybank 7 pm 3rd Div. Home to Mooncoin in cup 7 pm (Main pitch). U-18B Away to Tramore 7pm Thursday 4-5-17: U-12A Away to Bohs/ Southend if win 1st rd 6.30 pm U-16A Away to Bohs/ Tramore if win 1st rd 6.30 pm Saturday 6-5-17: U-11 Girls Home to Railway 10.30 am (Glass pitch) U-13B Away to Carrick 2.30 pm U-15A Home to Southend 2.30 pm (Main pitch) U-15B Away to Crystal / Ballinroad if progress in cup 2.30 pm 3rd Div. If progress in cup, away 2 pm Premier Away to Tramore in Cup 7 pm Monday 8-5-17: U-12A Home to Carrick 6.30pm (Main pitch) U-14B Away to VIlla 6.30 pm

Kilmacthomas Badminton Club all set for All-Ireland Finals in Dublin ON Sunday, 7th May our two teams; the grade G team and Grade E will travel to Dublin to represent Kilmacthomas in the badminton All Ireland finals. The teams will compete against the winners of the Leinster and Connaught competitions. It is the first time in the club's history that we will have two teams in an All Ireland final. This is a huge achievement for our small club and we wish both teams the very best of

luck. The teams have been training hard since winning the Munster Championship and we are confident all players will do their club and county proud. There will be a bus travelling to Dublin from Kilmacthomas for any supporters who wish to travel and all support would be greatly appreciated. JUVENILE BADMINTON Juvenile Badminton will conclude for the season on

Wednesday, 3rd May. We will mark the end of the season with our annual Sponsored Walk. As we have the fantastic Greenway on our doorstep we will be walking along the Greenway and any families of juvenile members are welcome to join us on the evening.We urge all juvenile members to return their sponsorship cards and join us on the walk. Any child who is looking for a sponsorship card can contact Natalie.

Kilmacthomas Bandminton Club teams who will compete in the All-Ireland final in Dublin on Sunday, 7th May.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Clashmore Ramblers FC Ryan’s header seals League title for impressive Ramblers U-12’s AURA LEISURE CENTRE YOUGHAL UNDER 12 PREMIER DIVISION PLAY-OFF Ramblers 1; Kilworth Celtic 0 Oisin Ryan Our U-12’s travelled to Brideview Park last Tuesday night for the Premier Division play-off with Kilworth Celtic after both teams had finished level on 25 points each from 10 league games. Both with a record of eight wins, one defeat and one draw which was against each other on the final day of the season in Pablo Park two weeks ago. That day a large home support were cheering on our boys on home turf and Kilworth were only minutes away from sealing the title for themselves as a second half goal had them in the driving seat entering the final five minutes but a Shane Coughlan goal brought us level and into a play-off to decide the Premier Division Champions for the season. On a fine evening for football again in front of a fine sized crowd from both clubs the best two teams over the last two seasons battled it out to become champions on the superb Brideview Park pitch. Our boys attacked the dressing room end goal in the first half and right from the start were determined to win this game as they started brilliantly pinning the Kilworth boys in their own half and dominating the play with our midfield particularly on top at this stage. Noah O’Sullivan, Kyle Moloney and Shane Coughlan all came close to opening the scoring inside the opening five minutes as the Kilworth goal led a charmed life. Great play down the right-hand side by Bobby Coonan, Ben Lombard and Noah resulted in Kilworth conceding a corner and from the right hand side Noah O’Sullivan’s delivery was brilliantly directed to the bottom corner of the net by an Oisin Ryan header and we had a deserved lead on eight minutes. The boys kept the pressure on the Kilworth boys and we really playing some lovely football in the opening half and dominating the game but Kilworth were very dangerous on the counter attack and our boys had to be careful as we tried to get the second goal and not to concede. Our defence of Liam Devine and

Clashmore Ramblers FC U-12 Premier Division Champions following Play-off victory over Kilworth Celtic.

Clashmore Ramblers FC Captain Ben Lombard receives the Premier Division Trophy from Liam Fraser. Darragh O’Neill really played a blinder with Peter Buckner in goal alert at all times. Kyle Moloney had the ball in the net a second time but it was ruled out as the ball was adjudged to have crossed the endline in the build-up and Shane Coughlan was also in on goal when he was pulled up for a close offside, and at the break we led 1-0. Kilworth did have a spell early in the second half where they were on top but again our boys came thundering back into the game and drove on and were always looking to add to their opening goal instead of defending the lead. But as the half wore on and with time almost up and Kilworth putting their big keeper Sean Og upfront for the final minutes we were in defensive mode and the whole team it must be said held out for a deserved win and showed how good a side we are with this display. When the final whistle sounded a great cheer was heard around Tallow as the large Ramblers support celebrated back-to-back League titles and even the Kilworth support were gracious in defeat saying our boys were the better team on the night and that is great to hear. Kilworth has a fine team also and has now lost the League title to us two years in a row so next year they will be very determined to win it but for now our boys can cele-

brate a job well done and reflect on a hard season with great satisfaction that they came out on top again. The defence as mentioned already were superb and our midfield of Bobby Coonan and captain Ben Lombard had fine games in midfield driving on our attacks and working hard for the team and our two wingers Kyle Moloney and Noah O’Sullivan were on fire during this game with their attacking runs but also their defensive workrate. Shane Coughlan was unlucky on a few occasions not to score and ran himself into the ground for the 60 minutes. Dylan Foley when introduced played well and Ronan Douris, Donnacha Devine, Finn O’Brien and the injured Conor Kelly Carey all played their part in a superb season one which ended in Tallow last Tuesday evening and one we can be very proud of. This group of players have trained all season every week in some poor weather conditions but were always there in big numbers and mad to learn and play the beautiful game. All we can say is well done to all the players and coaches. BLACKWATER MOTORS UNDER 16 LEAGUE Ramblers 3; Kilworth Celtic 1 Ryan Heaphy (3) Ours Under 16 side travelled to Pound Lane to take on Kilworth in

their second last league game. With Lismore already crowned league champions last Thursday night, the boys are now playing for second spot. Our lads started well and created chances early in the game. Sam Fitzgerald came close in the first 10 minutes on two or three occasions but Kilworth’s keeper made some good saves to deny him. Kilworth then had one or two chances of their own and went one nil up from a shot outside the box. Our lads responded well though and equalised 10 or 15 minutes before half-time. HT 1-1. Ours lads came out all guns blazing in the second half and scored early through Ryan Heaphy as he slotted his shot calmly past the keeper for 2-1. And then again he scored to make it 3-1. Ours lad defended well and held Kilworth out as they went in search of a goal to get back into the game. Ours lads finished strong and kept the two goal deficit. Well done to all on a fine performance. FIXTURES Monday, 24th April, 2017 Under 14 Cup Semi-Final: Home v Valley Rangers 7.00 pm Wednesday, 26th April, 2017 Under 15 Cup Semi-Final Home v Inch Utd 6.45 pm Saturday, 29th April, 2017 Academy End of Season Day

at Castlebridge Celtic U-7 at 10 am U-8 at 11.30 am U-9 at 1.30 p.m. and 2.30 p.m. U-10 at 11.30 am and 12.30 p.m. Sunday, 30th April, 2017 Juniors – Away v Valley Rangers A 11.00 a.m. Girls U-16 – TBC ONLINE SHOP NOW OPEN FOR ALL CLUB GEAR Special deals on our Online Shop are available to order with six

different packs to choose from there is something for everyone both adults and kids. All our club gear can now be ordered individually or in deals and paid for online with delivery straight to your front door. A very small €2 delivery charge on every order makes it very good value. All the club gear is available, academy kits, shower jackets, quarter zips, polos, shorts & socks sets and tracksuits. Visit us at: http://clashmore.ani-

Clashmore Rambers FC Boys involved with U-12 WWEC Squad at Old Trafford during Easter Holidays.

Stradbally FC RESULTS Under 14 Cup: Tramore 3; Stradbally 2. SCHOOLBOYS Stradbally 14 Cup team: Oran Grant, Will Comyn, John McAurther, Mikey O'Brien, Jack Quinlan, Cormac McGrath, Rory Fennell, Tommy Fennell, Dara McGrath, Daire Walsh, Darragh Quinn. Subs: Conor Organ, Ultan McCusker. ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 a.m. All children, and their parents, are welcome to come along. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg at

087 2306841 for details. INFIRMARY CUP Villa, who beat Stradbally in the semi-final, won this season's Infirmary Cup, coming from behind to defeat holders Park Rangers 3-2 after extra-time. LOTTO Our Club Lotto draw takes place in Whelan’s on Sunday night. Jackpot on offer will be €5,300. Tickets available from local pubs and shops, as well as from regular promoters. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. LAST MAN STANDING Still two remainers going forward to the May Bank Holiday fixtures. Follow their progress on our Facebook page 'Stradbally AFC'.

Clashmore Ramblers FC celebrating back to back League titles.

Ardmore FC ACADEMY FINALS The academy finals are fast approaching and some could be taking place as early as next Saturday, players will be notified of their re-

spective dates. TRAINING Academy training continues on Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. in Dysert Park for players up to u-11.

TESCO COMMUNITY FUND YOUGHAL We have been selected as one of the three groups vying for this. Please keep us in mind.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Cunnigar Pitch and Putt Captain’s Day winners CAPTAIN’S DAY Mary O'Neill and Aiden O'Rourke Captain’s Day was on April 17th. They had a great turnout, and everyone enjoyed the day. Well done to Mary and Aiden on such a lovely day and to all who played and helped with the preperations. GENTS RESULTS Overall winner: Liam Simms 1st Gross: John Carroll 2nd Nett: Owen Simms 2nd Gross: Patsy Hackett 3rd Nett: Liam Hansbury 3rd Gross: Micheal Delaney LADIES RESULTS Overall: Lorraine Troy 1st Gross: Stella Kinsella 2nd Nett: Marie Forde 2nd Gross: Breda Foley 3rd Nett: Jacinta O'Mahoney 3rd Gross: Corinne McGee JUVENILES Fionn Nagle, Stefan Clifford, Louis Simms, Kyle Hackett, Sean Walsh. Well done to all the winners DATES TO REMEMBER Cunnigar Scratch Cup 6th May, tee off between 8.30 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. Munster Ladies and Gents Strokeplay entries close 17th May. Finals in E.S.B. Cork, 17th and 18th June. PUBS LEAGUE 2017 Get your teams ready for the 2017 Pubs League. Last year’s winners were Paddy Foley’s Bar so let’s see if they can get three in-arow. Entries must be in by Monday, 22nd May and the draw will be made on Wednesday, 24th May. Teams of 3, only one PPUI registered member allowed to be on a team. Teams can consist of all non PPUI members. See you all soon. GENTS FOURSOMES COMPETITION A gents foursomes competition will be starting soon. All names and money must be in by the 28th April. WEDNESDAY LADIES TOURNAMENTS Our course is now open so games are to continue as before. Names in by 10 a.m. tee- off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Cait Mulcahy, Bridget Walsh, Breda Murphy. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Eilish Sullivan, Jacinta O'Mahoney. SATURDAY TOURNAMENTS Name in by 1 p.m. Tee-off at 1.30 p.m. Nett: Jacinta O'Mahoney, Oliviere Walsh, John O'Shea. Gross: Cait Mulcahy, Maureen Power, Patsy Hackett. HOLE IN ONE COMPETITION We are now holding the competition for the most hole in ones during the year. Already we have

Cappoquin Rowing Club 1st Place Women's Novice Quad Limerick Regatta 2017. Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club – Aiden O'Rourke with overall Captains Prize winner Liam Simms.

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club – Mary O'Neill with overall Ladies Captain’s Prize winner Lorraine Troy. members who have them while playing competitions. Ladies: Mary Walsh, Mary O'Neill have one each. Gents: Liam Simms, John Foley, Patsy Hackett have one each. CLOTHES COLLECTION Once again we are collecting clothes, bags, shoes, curtains, bed linen, towels to raise funds to help with the up keep of our club. It is an essential fundraiser for our club and has proved to be a great success. Any donation will be much appreciated. BONUS NUMBER Winner of bonus number 12 was Breda O'Donnell. DID YOU KNOW Summer rules are now in play. When using your Fob please remember to close the gate when entering and leaving the course. If these rules are not adhered to, action will have to be taken. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when play-

ing destroys the greens, it takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition, so all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. PLEASE NOTE Any one found to be teeing off onto greens not in play will be dealt with by the committee. If anyone has an hour or two Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €85 Family €155 Over 60's €55 Juveniles €50 Life Members €35 extra fob€ 10

Waterford Hurling Manager to launch Waterford Angling facility at Knockaderry NEXT Saturday, 29th April Derek McGrath will officially launch of the Knockaderry Reservoir Development of Waterford City and County Trout Anglers Association. Former County Hurlers Tony Browne and Brian Greene have also confirmed that they will be there. This development is part of a

Waterford Leader Partnership (Phase 1) and Inland Fisheries Ireland (Phase 2) co-funded project. It consists of: Harbour with protective piers. Moorings for 12 boats. A boat harbour for an easy access boat. A private car park for members

and visitors. CCTV coverage night and day of the harbour, car park and surrounds. A toilet facility and club cabin Club boats Hire boats The harbour has been landscaped and planted to blend it back into the landscape.

Cappoquin Rowing Club compete at Limerick Regatta ANOTHER busy weekend’s rowing has come and gone and Cappoquin Rowing Club’s entries were up there with the best of them. 19 hours of rowing was scheduled in O’Brien’s Bridge, Limerick over Saturday and Sunday last for the Limerick Regatta and the Irish National School’s Regatta. Approximately 900 crews were registered to compete with an increase of 100 crews in the schools regatta alone over last year’s entry, made up of rowers from across the country. Saturday morning saw Stephen Landers and Shane Ahearne take to the water in the Men’s Senior 2. They were placed second in their heat behind a UCC crew and were unlucky in that only one boat was to qualify to the final from that heat. The day wasn’t over for them just yet as they headed out in the Men’s Intermediate 2x later on finishing first in their heat ahead of Garda. As they raced the 2000m course for the third time in the final they finished in a very respectable third place. The Women’s Novice 4x+ had another great day out, finishing ahead of both UCD crews in their heat and winning overall in the final. A great achievement as they had competed against some of same crews in Skibbereen and one of the UCD crews that they came ahead of this weekend was one who finished a few seconds before them two weeks ago. This shows the progress and improvements that can be made, well done girls! Women’s Novice 4x+: Orla Ní Mhiachain, Anna Powell, Claire Murphy and Jodi Burke with Isobel Cunningham coxing. (Contra to what was written in the previous article Isobel had coxed the men’s and women’s quads in Skibbereen also)

The final CRC crew to race on Saturday was the Women’s J15 4x+: Lucy Massey, Katie Cliffe, Caoilinn Ní Choistin, Bronwyn Ní Ruaric and Isobel Cunningham. Their first time racing in that combination they did well to finish in third place ahead of a Fermoy crew. Well done. In contrast to previous years where stormy waters and heavy rain were no strangers at O’Brien’s Bridge on the weekend of Limerick Regatta, this year brought a nice warm, bright day with calm water; comfortable rowing conditions. Racing as Blackwater Community School a number of CRC members competed in the Irish National Schools Regatta on the same 2km course on Sunday. The Men’s J16 2x: Paul Morrissey and Evan Mansfield came first in their heat ahead of the Christian Brothers’ College, Cork, unfortunately their heat was one in five time trials and only the four fastest crews out of nineteen entries went on to race the final. This is an unfortunate way of racing as, especially if you are in first place like the boys were, it is difficult to know how fast you are racing when you can’t compare yourself to the other crews of different heats. The faster your heat the faster you will tend to row. The Women’s J16 4x+: Lucy Massey, Anna Powell, Isobel Cunningham, Jodi Burke and Katie Cliffe - cox, were one of 16 crews from across the country in their division, they finished 3rd in their heat ahead of St. Brigids. Paul O’Keeffe and Paul O’Brien raced time trial G in the U23 2x. They were one of 29 crews to race in that category and were likely two of the youngest to race it being transition year students, a feat in itself! They finished third in their heat,

Cappoquin Rowing Club Women's J15 4x+ - 3rd place ahead of Fermoy crew.

missing out on the final as only four crews with the fastest times had the opportunity to race the final. Well done lads. Last of the CRC contingent to race was Evan Mansfield in the J16 1x. Yet another well entered division with 22 scullers competing for the four fastest times to race the final. Evan did very well to finish 2nd in his heat as the sculler from St Francis’ in Rochestown who finished ahead of him secured one to the four places in the final. It is clear that the standard of rowing has been constantly rising in the past few years with Rowing Ireland running a number of initiatives like Learn to Row that was promoted in Blackwater Community School last year by Cappoquin Rowing Club. It is also evident that CRC’s rowers are by no means at the bottom of pile, with improvements visible in training as well as in racing results and times, keep up the good work! Thank you to the coaches and all those who gave their support to allow crews make their way to Limerick over the weekend. Thanks also to the organisers of Limerick regatta and the Schools’ regatta, it’s always nice to have a change of scenery and a bit of outside competition. Crews will spend the next two weeks of training focusing on the upcoming sprint regatta in Castleconnell, Co. Limerick, held on the River Shannon again only a few kilometres up river from O’Brien’s Bridge. Always an enjoyable day out, we wish our members the best of luck. NEW MEMBERS CONTACT Club Captain Stephan Landers: (085) 1330736 or Club Secretary Paul McGrath: (086) 8328719. Or find us on Facebook – Cappoquin Rowing Club

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RACING NEWS: McGARRY WINS IN BOHERMEEN Mark McGarry travelled to Bohermeen in Co. Meath to take part in the Waller Cup on Sunday last. A flat course with an uphill finish suited Mark. And this is where it was all contested in the end with Mark taking another great win in the uphill sprint. Well done Mark. The final stage of the 4 day Ras Mumhan took place in Killorglin on Easter Monday. With things very close at the top of the leader board it was always going to be a fast day with plenty of attacking. So it was with numerous riders breaking clear throughout the day and one 4 man group stayed away until the closing stages. But the teams of the leading riders never let anything get too far ahead and the bunch was lined out for most of the day such was the speed. At one point, according to the twitter updates the bunch was stretched for 400 metres! Matteo Cigala blasted up the hill quickest at the end of today’s finale with Tom Mazzone (Isle of Man CC) just behind him while Richard Maes (Killarney CC) rounded out the stage podium in third. While Blackpool-born Dillon Byrne (VCUK Velochampion) held onto the yellow jersey with 12 seconds to spare over Tom Mazzone (Isle of Man). Donegal man Ronan McLaughlin rounded out the podium in 3rd. Dungarvan riders performed well over the weekend with all 4 riders completing the race, this was no mean feat in itself as only 136 of the 174 starters finished. John Hodge had a great 4 days and finished 22nd at 3:44, Marc Flavin finished 37th at 5:31, Aidan Connell ended up 115th at 1:11:06 and finally George MacLeod was 135th at 1:43:07. Special mention must go to George who was only upgraded to A3 a few weeks ago and this was his first race at this level ! The lads can enjoy a bit of a break now and well done from all the club! Special thanks to Dungarvan Nissan for the use of a car for the weekend and to Kevin Forde at Daybreak Topaz garage for filling the tank with petrol. Thanks also to

those who gave up their Easter weekend to assist the team and ensure all went smoothly for them. RECENT SPINS 13 cyclists all eager to burn off the Easter excess turned up for the Tuesday night club spin. Once the busy roundabouts were negotiated it opened up out the coast road all the way to Seafield. A steadier pace across to Griffin’s and the 5 cross road's. With the wind firmly behind them it was a speedy return to town. 50 kilometres covered at 29.5 kph. The Saturday spin had 5 leaving at 8.30 am from Coolagh to be down in the RSC at 10am to take part in the Comeragh Copper Coast Sportive Fundraiser for the Comeragh junior tour team. With a fast pace down and an even faster pace back up the coast road from Tramore the 100k loop came in at 30 kph for the 5 riders. Many more from DCC were there. Some missed the start from Coolagh with others choosing to make their own way. A perfect day for cycling and Dungarvan Comeragh rider Conor Coleman expressed his thanks for the support from DCC in their fundraising effort. Sunday morning was another good cycling morning with dry and calm conditions. Group 1 taking a weekend off from racing headed to Clonmel, Adfinnan, Ballyporeen, Ballysagart, Lismore and home. 115 kilometres at 32 kph. The back road group had Alan Landers and Mike Whelan in control of the route on Sunday last which took the group through Ballinameela, Kilmolash through Cappoquin and the back road to Lismore. From here the group turned left and the climbs began taking in Owbeg, then the climb from Tallow Bridge to Lyons Cross before dropping down into Ballyduff and taking on the climb up Knockatouk to Ballysaggart where the Whelan family had a mighty spread laid on for us again. Refreshed the group dropped down to Lismore onto Cappoquin, Glenshlane, Cappagh, Canty, Carriglea and home, 23 in the group which covered 92 kilometres at 28.6 kph and had 1,000m of

climbing on another adventure on the back roads. Despite a lot of the Group 3 crew living it up in sunny Mallorca the group had 16 starting out. Three pulled off at Lemybrien and the rest went on down to Carrick, Piltown, Fiddown and then a group split in Kilmeaden saw some going the coast road home and some taking the main road. 100 kilometres covered at 28km/hr. Without their road captain who was out sick, group 4 had to change the planned route. With some of the group away last week only a small number of cyclists were out. A fast spin to Lismore with personal records broken heading onto Tallow for a quick coffee break. No hanging around today back on the road as they headed for the Youghal roundabout. The signs were ominous when an ambulance passed, one group member could have done with some oxygen at this stage. Turning for Dungarvan at the roundabout they headed back the N25. A good spin with 80 kilometres done at 25.1kph average and 700 metres climbing. Five cyclists took to the road with group 23K on Sunday which took the group through Cappoquin and onto Lismore were the group turned right at the bridge for Ballyduff. When reaching Ballyduff village the group turned left and headed back towards Lismore for Coffee. After much needed refreshments and a group photo (taken by Marion G5) the group headed around Deerpark and into Cappoquin were the group then turned right at Richmond house and headed along the Kilmolash road towards the Welcome inn. At the junction they saluted the backroad group as they passed and then headed for home after 80 kilometres at an average of 22.6kph. Group 5 had 7 out on Sunday as they headed to the Welcome Inn, Affane and on to Villierstown. They had their usual stop for photos at Dromana Bridge before heading on to Cappoquin, Deerpark and into Lismore Farmers Market for their lovely and well earned coffee stop

Dungarvan Cycling Club’s Mark McGarry winning the U-14 race in Bohermeen on Sunday last.

Dungarvan Cycling Club Group 5 taking a break at Lismore. with John. They met up with Group 23 who had just kept the seats warm for them. Well refreshed after the coffee they headed home at a lively pace. 67 kilometres at an average of 21kph. O’MAHONEY CYCLES SUMMER SERIES Our annual summer series of club leagues gets underway in just over 2 weeks on May 11th. This is a great opportunity for club mem-

bers to try some racing as with the handicap system you will be racing with riders of your own ability. The race usually only comes together in the closing stages or on some occasions the earlier groups may stay away until the finish. This year the Ballyvoile, Seafield, Kilmac circuit is being used again with sign on from 6:45 p.m. at Ballinroad hall and first group off at 7pm. The club is grateful to

O’Mahoney Cycles for their continued support of this event. MAJORCA TRIP A group of club members are currently enjoying the sunshine, good roads and climbs on the island of Majorca. The island is a hugely popular cycling destination with thousands of cyclists making the trip each year including numerous pro teams who hold early season training camps there.

Abbeyside Ballinacourty Community Games ATHLETICS County Finals will be held in June any athletes interested in competing please contact Yvonne 0871339012.Best of luck to all our swimmers and

cross country athletes taking part in the National finals next weekend in Dublin, we hope you enjoy the weekend and do your county proud!!!

Lismore Golf Club Tallow Area Credit Union Spring League winners. Tom O'Donovan, Club Captain; Sean Power, Club President and Sheila O'Leary, Club Lady Captain pictured with John O'Mahoney, Director Tallow Credit Union, Marty Power and winners Michael McBride, Alf Barden, John McGrath and Seamus Beecher. Some of our competitors for the National Finals in May 2017.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 28 April, 2017

Talking Horses John Osborne to join Horse Racing Ireland as Chief Executive HRI Racecourses

Upcoming Fixtures Punchestown – Wednesday, April 26th (First Race 3.40) Punchestown – Thursday, April 27th (First Race 3.40) Punchestown – Friday, April 28th (First Race 3.400 Punchestown – Saturday, April 29th (First Race 2.35) Gowran Park – Sunday, April 30th (First Race 2.05) Limerick – Sunday, April 30th (First Race 2.20) Down Royal – Monday, May 1st (First Race 1.50) Naas – Monday, May 1st (First Race 1.40) Ballinrobe – Tuesday, May 2nd (First Race 4.45) Clonmel – Thursday, May 4th (First Race 5.20) Downpatrick – Friday, May 5th (First Race 5.15) Cork – Friday, May 5th (First Race 5.05) Cork – Saturday, May 6th (First Race 1.30) Wexford – Saturday, May 6th (First Race 2.25) Leopardstown – Sunday, May 7th (First Race 1.40)

Codd stars with treble at Cork on Easter Monday JAMIE Codd recorded his first racecourse treble when taking the final three races on the card at Cork on Easter Monday. He landed the Jack Tyner Memorial Hunters Chase on the Jim Dreaper-trained 11/8 favourite Sizing Solution and followed up straight away on Gordon Elliott’s 4/1 chance Double Portrait in the 2m3f bumper for which Patrick Mullins flew in by helicopter from Fairyhouse to ride 4/6 favourite Fabulous Saga which could only finish third. Codd’s treble came up in the 2m mares’ bumper which he won on 5/4 favourite Lackaneen Leader, a second winner for Gordon Elliott. Liam Quinlan partnered 20/1 chance Little Misshamrock to win the mares’ maiden hunters’ chance for Nenagh trainer Jimmy Finn while Ray Barron brought the John Gleeson-trained 9/2 shot Black Scorpion home a cosy winner of the maiden hunters’ chase. Gleeson trains in Knocklong, County Limerick. Racing opened with three Flat races and the 6f handicap went to 6/1 chance Mr Right which was ridden for Johnny Levins by Donagh O’Connor. Athlone trainer Adrian Joyce and Shane Foley won the 5f maiden with 11/2 shot Florida Times while 4/1 chance Primo Uomo impressed under Niall McCullagh for Ger O’Leary in the 5f handicap.

Keane scores second treble in two days COLIN Keane rode his second treble in less than 24 hours when taking Limerick by storm on Saturday. He dominated at Dundalk on Friday evening and was quickly into his stride when the Johnny Murtagh-trained 11/10 favourite True Valour won the 7f maiden. Keane was two winners from as many races when the Ger Lyons-trained Mollie The Moo won the fillies’ maiden at odds of 8/1 and the three-timer was completed when Song Of Namibia took the 11f handicap at odds of 7/1 to complete a double for Lyons. Shane Foley and Michael Halford shared a double of their own. The pair combined to win the 8f maiden with 13/2 chance Surrounding and followed up straight away when Shannon Soul, a 10/1 chance, won the handicap over the same distance. Jessica Harrington and Colm O’Donoghue won the three-year-old 11f handicap with 4/1 favourite Tilly’s Chilli which prevailed by a head and the winning margin was only a short-head in the opening division of the concluding handicap as Bay Hill just prevailed for Christy Roche and Ana O’Brien at odds of 11/2. The second leg of the same race went to 7/1 chance Dixie Highway which was ridden for Pat Flynn by Chris Hayes.

Geraghty out again through Injury FORMER champion jockey Barry Geraghty faces up to three months on the sidelines after he suffered a broken arm when Minella Foru crashed out at the eighth fence in the BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse on Easter Monday. Geraghty missed the Cheltenham Festival after fracturing ribs and puncturing a lung in a fall from Charli Parcs at Kempton on February 25. He returned after five weeks in time for what proved to be a memorable few days at Aintree, where he plundered a Grade 1 treble courtesy of Buveur D'Air, Defi Du Seuil and Yanworth. Geraghty missed more than two months with a similar injury to his right arm following a fall from Cernunnos in the Summer Plate at Market Rasen last July.

Our Duke and Robbie Power after winning the "Boylesports Irish Grand National" at Fairyhouse recently. [Alain Barr]

Stellar season for Jessica Harrington and Robbie Power continues at Fairyhouse JESSICA Harrington and Robbie Power stole the show at the Cheltenham Festival and they created the headlines once again when winning the BoyleSports Irish Grand National with 9/2 favourite Our Duke at Fairyhouse on Easter Monday. The seven-year old raced prominently throughout and never looked like being beaten once hitting the front with four fences to jump. He came home a 14-length winner from the Gordon Elliott-trained Bless The Wings which was finishing runnerup in the race for the second year running. Willie Mullins won the opening conditions’ hurdle with 9/4 chance Diakali which won by all of 20 lengths under Ruby Walsh. The pair recorded a second success when Renneti, a 5/2 shot, readily landed the Grade 2 Keelings Irish Strawberry

Hurdle. The Grade 2 Avoca Dunboyne Juvenile Hurdle was won by English-raider Project Bluebook, the 9/2 chance recording a narrow success under Barry Geraghty for John Quinn. Noel Meade has his horses in the best of form and he won the 2m6f handicap hurdle with the Sean Flanaganridden 10/1 chance Showem Silver. Joseph O'Brien teamed up with Mark Walsh to take the Grade 3 mares’ chase with 13/8 favourite Slowmotion while Jack Kennedy partnered the Tony Martin-trained White Arm, a 9/2 joint-favourite, to win the 3m handicap chase. Gordon Elliott was responsible for the final winner of the day as Samcro maintained his unbeaten record in the bumper. Lisa O’Neill was in the saddle as the 8/13 favourite recorded a 17-length success

HORSE Racing Ireland has announced the appointment of John Osborne to the position of Chief Executive of HRI Racecourses Ltd. The appointment will strengthen the senior management team within Horse Racing Ireland to ensure delivery on its strategic ambitions for the organisation and the industry. HRI Chief Executive, Brian Kavanagh, stated, “We are delighted to appoint John to the position of CEO of HRI Racecourses Ltd. He will shortly conclude a very successful spell as Chief Executive of the Irish National Stud and will bring his knowledge, experience and unique skillset to this position. John has done an exceptional job at the Irish National Stud and will make a significant contribution to the work of HRI over the coming years.” HRI owned racecourses stage 91 fixtures a year and have a combined annual turnover of just under €15m. Working with the racecourse management, John will be responsible for all racecourse activities including strategy, finance, marketing, property, catering and health and safety. He will take up the position on July 1st 2017.

Willie Mullins on top with success for Thomas Hobson WILLIE Mullins and Ruby Walsh were the big winners on the final day of the Fairyhouse Easter Festival when they struck with 7/1 chance Thomas Hobson in the Glascarn Handicap Hurdle on Tuesday. The well-supported winner readily beat the Gordon Elliott-trained Veinard and will now be aimed at the Punchestown festival ahead of a summer campaign on the Flat. Gordon Elliott enjoyed better fortune in the

opening beginners’ chase which went to the Jack Kennedy-ridden 4/1 chance Potters Point. Adrian Keatley and Davy Russell combined to win the 2m4f maiden hurdle with 6/1 shot Drumconnor Lad while the 3m handicap hurdle went to 16/1 chance Returntovendor which was ridden by Phillip Enright for Jarleth Fahey. There was a 33/1 winner of the inaugural ladies handicap chase which went to Jimmy Finn’s Coldstonesober and Aine O’Connor.

The hunters’ chase on the card was won by the David Christie-trained 9/2 shot Maple Mons which raced to a 12-length success under Barry O’Neill while Noel Meade and Danny Benson notched up their second success of the meeting together when Half The Odds won the mares’ bumper at odds of 11/2. Jamie Codd made it four wins in two days when he took the bumper on the Gordon Elliotttrained 13/8 favourite Cracking Smart.

Rachael Blackmore wraps up conditional title at Tipperary RACHAEL Blackmore brought her tally for the season to 32 winners and sealed the conditional riders’ championship with a winner at Tipperary on Thursday evening. From Killenaule, County Tipperary, Blackmore partnered 25/1 outsider Just Call Me to win the 2m4f handicap hurdle for Croom, County Limerick trainer Andrew McNamara and becomes the first female jockey to win the title. Only Ruby Walsh has ridden more winners than Jack Kennedy over the course of the National Hunt season and the young Kerryman, who turned 18 on Saturday, partnered his 67th winner of the term on the Tony Martin-trained 4/1 chance Lyreen Lad in the 3m maiden hurdle.

Moyne, County Tipperary trainer Tim Doyle combined with JJ Slevin to take the 2m handicap hurdle with 20/1 chance Ask David while the other jumps race on the card went to Robin Des Foret which won the 2m maiden hurdle at odds of 5/4 favourite for Willie Mullins and his son Patrick. Aidan O'Brien enjoyed an opening race double with success for the Seamus Heffernan-ridden 9/4 chance Alluringly in the 9f fillies’ maiden and evens favourite Venice Beach, which was ridden to an impressive victory in the 12f maiden by Donnacha O’Brien. Dermot Weld and Leigh Roche caused a surprise when Tandem landed the conditions’ event over 12f at odds of 20/1.