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By Paul Mooney WATERFORD City and County Council will consider some type of fitting and permanent memorial to all those people who have tragically lost their lives in or along the old railway route which now forms the new Greenway. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin told the July meeting of Comeragh Municipal District Council that a

number of requests have been received from various communities seeking to have some type of acknowledgement, such as naming different elements of the Greenway after people who have been killed, or died along the old railway, or who have died in tragic accidents along the N25 and other interconnecting roads with the Greenway. “We are looking at some way to acknowledge those people as part of the Greenway,” Mr. Galvin said.

He was responding to a Notice of Motion which was proposed by Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan and seconded by Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary, which sought to have the new fly-over footbridge, which was installed last weekend, to be named after local man, the late Michael Mulcahy, who was tragically killed 17 years ago at the site of the old disused railway bridge two weeks prior to it being demolished to make way for the new N25. Continued on page 4

FLYNN’S PHARMACY LTD.

C LO S I N G It is with heavy hearts we, Michael and Marguerite, announce the closure of Flynn’s Pharmacy Ltd., 15 Grattan Square, Dungarvan. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we have taken the difficult decision to retire. After 57 years in business, we will be closing our doors for good. Flynn’s Pharmacy Ltd. was originally opened by Michael Cuan Flynn, MPSI, in 1959. The premises has not only been a place of work, but at a time a family home holding many cherished memories. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our wonderful loyal customers and friends who have supported us down through the years and their recent understanding as a result of the fire. We would also like to thank the local Fire Services, Gardaí and neighbouring businesses for their help on the night of the fire. Also the Doctors and staff in the Medical Practices and our colleagues in the local Pharmacies. To our staff, Pat, Julie and Pauline, we thank you so much for your loyalty and friendship. We will be forever grateful. Although a difficult decision, we feel that we have made the right one. It has been our honour and pleasure serving the people of Dungarvan and locality all these years. Michael and Marguerite Rossiter.

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and Marguerite, 15 hearts we, Michael Pharmacy Ltd., It is with heavy closure of Flynn’s announce the Dungarvan. we have Grattan Square, beyond our control, in After 57 years Due to circumstances decision to retire. taken the difficult be closing our doors for good. will business, we opened by Ltd. was originallyThe premises Flynn’s Pharmacy in 1959. Flynn, MPSI, a time a Michael Cuan of work, but at been a place memories. has not only many cherished family home holding to thank all our have to take this opportunity friends who We would like customers and their recent wonderful loyal the years and also down through supported us the fire. We would and as a result of Services, Gardaí of understanding to a Notice of night the local Fire the on thank responding to help like their He was by Cllr. businesses for staff in the Medical have been received Motion which was proposed neighbouring by the Doctors and the local Pharmacies. number of requests seeking to the fire. Also in O’Ryan and seconded so our colleagues t, Michael J. O’Leary, from various communities we thank you Practices and of acknowledgemenof Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John fly-over By Paul Mooney Julie and Pauline, We will be have some type new To our staff, Pat, friendship. the elements and have to loyalty naming different who have which sought much for your was installed last City and County such as after people have WATERFORD footbridge, which man, forever grateful. some type of the Greenway feel that we the old railnamed after local decision, we Council will consider memorial to been killed, or died along in tragic weekend, to be our honour and who was Although a difficult died one. It has been locality Michael Mulcahy, at the site fitting and permanenthave tragically way, or who have made the right the people of Dungarvan and other the late who the N25 and killed 17 years ago two pleasure serving all those people old accidents along the tragically railway bridge Rossiter. roads with in or along the all these years. of the old disused lost their lives the interconnecting Michael and Marguerite demolished to

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now forms railway route which new Greenway. Fergus Galvin Director of Services, of Comeragh told the July meetingCouncil that a Municipal District

Greenway. at some way to “We are looking of people as part acknowledge those Galvin said. Mr. the Greenway,”

it being weeks prior to new N25. make way for the on page 4 Continued

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U-21 HURLERS BID FOR FOURTH MUNSTER TITLE Page 8

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WEATHER OUTLOOK ANY rain will die out on Wednesday morning and it will be a mostly dry but cloudy day. Outbreaks of rain will begin to move in to the west once again in the evening. Highs of 17 to 20 degrees in light winds. Wednesday night will be overcast, with some moderate or locally heavy falls of rain occurring as the night goes on. The rain will clear to showers during Thursday but this clearance may be a slow process for some areas, and there is unlikely to be much, if any, sunshine. Moderate, southwesterly winds will veer northwesterly during Thursday and it will become fresher overall later. Friday will be much brighter generally but there will be scattered, mainly light showers to contend with also. Friday will be a much fresher day too, due to moderate or fresh, west to northwest winds persisting. West to northwest breezes will continue on Saturday next also, and all areas are likely to have occasional showers from late morning to early evening. On Saturday night, it will become mainly dry with clear spells, and Sunday is likely to continue mainly dry aside from light showers here and there. With ongoing west to northwest winds, temperatures over the weekend will be a few degrees below normal for the end of July. The early part of next week is likely to be largely dry and a good deal milder generally, but rain seems set to return from the Atlantic before the middle of the week.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

End in sight for Ring water problems

Construction on new water source expected in 2017

By Paul Mooney FOR many years the people of Ring have suffered from poor quality water problems, but an end to those problems is in sight after it was confirmed that Irish Water intend to start construction on a new water source in 2017. Seánaí Kiely, a member of the Fianna Fáil National Executive and native of Ring Gaeltacht, confirmed to the Dungarvan Observer that there is now a definitive timeline in place of when Irish Water will carry out work to provide Ring with a new source of potable water. Mr. Kiely said Irish Water is hoping to progress the work to tender later this year, with a construction date in 2017. “This is positive news, especially with the current situation where residents in Ring have to boil their water,” said Mr. Kiely. “It is unacceptable and the water problems in Ring have been going on for years now.” Mr. Kiely said Irish Water indicated they were “fully committed to providing a secure drinking water supply to the community in Ring”. The project, which is expected to cost in the region of €7m, will provide for interconnection of pipework from Dungarvan to Ring. Planning for reservoirs should be submitted sometime this month and it is expected it will progress to tender later in the year, with construction expected to start sometime in 2017. Once the work is completed, Irish Water will facilitate the

decommissioning of the current problematic Ring Water Treatment Plant. Mr. Kiely said Irish Water also indicated they would continue with some improvements at the Ring site in the interim. However, Mr. Kiely said the permanent solution to Ring’s water problems is a new water source. “This is a long-term solution and I hope there will be no more water issues for the people of Ring,” he said. The news comes after continuous representations made by Mr. Kiely, as well as Cllr. James Tobin, Cllr. Tom Cronin, and MEP Brian Crowley. Mr. Kiely was informed of Irish Water’s progression of the project in an email communication to the office of MEP Brian Crowley, which was seen by this newspaper. Mr. Kiely said there is now a more definitive timeline for works to replace Ring’s water source, albeit the timeframe is slower than originally hoped. In April last year, Mr. Kiely announced that €7m was being set aside as funding for a new water source for Ring, with work expected to begin later that year. Mr. Kiely said the hold-up of the Ring project was most likely due to a lot of uncertainty around Irish Water in the run up to the General Election earlier this year. “I am frustrated that it has taken so long to progress the project. I am hoping the tender process won’t take too long,” said Mr. Kiely. He said a new water source for Ring is the only solution, as the

current water source “is not good enough and doesn’t look safe to drink - and isn’t safe to drink”. Last year, Mr. Kiely drew attention to a dangerous situation where organic matter was found in the water in Ring, which requires treatment by a quantity of Chlorine that is excessively high - when Chlorine mixes with organic matter, it releases a cancer-causing carcinogenic known as THM. Mr. Kiely also pointed out that the people in Ring are spending between €25 and €30 a week on bottled water. “There are times when the people in Ring can’t use their water to wash because of the acidity level. When the Council tries to combat that, it can lead to an over Chlorination of the water. It is hard to find a balance,” Mr. Kiely said. He said the poeple of Ring would be particularly angry over water charges, because they were paying for their water, but couldn’t use it, and were hit twice because they were being forced to purchase bottled water. Mr. Kiely said the Ring water issue is something he will continue to follow and make representations on until it is completed and a new water source operating for Ring. “We will see this all the way through to the end and hopefully Ring will have a permanent solution to its water problems within the next year to 18 months.” The project will be a huge undertaking, with channels having to be dug from near the old glass factory all the way out to Ring.

Seánaí Kiely, a member of the Fianna Fáil National Executive and native of Ring Gaeltacht.

BROADBAND OPPORTUNITY Mr. Kiely suggested that it was also an opportunity for the relevant bodies to consider installing fibre optic broadband while the channels are being dug to bring the new water source to Ring. He said that as well as a new potable water source, it could also give businesses and families in Ring a good level of access to broadband. BOIL WATER NOTICE Last week, Irish Water and Waterford City and County Council issued a Boil Water Notice on the advice of the HSE, as a precautionary measure, due to concerns that the water may have been contaminated. The boil water notice affected around 350 households who use the Ring Helvick Water Supply Scheme. Irish Water apologised for the inconvenience caused and said they would keep residents updated on their work to lift the notice as soon as possible.

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INDEPENDENT Councillor Seamus O’Donnell has welcomed news that Ring will get a new water source sometime in 2017. He said it would be “one of the biggest schemes” to be constructed in the county. “I welcome the work and it will help to do away with ‘boil water notices’,” he said. He acknowledged that it may take a year to 18 months for the work to be completed and asked people not to object to any part of the work / construction. He said the new source of

water will be piped from the Mapstown area of Dungarvan out to Ring and one reservoir is expected to be located near to Robert’s Cross in Ring. “I want to see a second reservoir further up from Robert’s Cross, which will be able to supply Old Parish,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. “Residents in Old Parish have been without water for three weeks.They’ve had to get their water from tankers.” Cllr. O’Donnell said he believes that a solution to the water problems in Old Parish is to replace a water mains pipe

from the junction at Loskeran to Loskeran lower. “We will continue to have problems with water in Old Parish until that pipe is replaced,” said Cllr. O’Donnell. He described the water pipe as “perished” and easily breaks, resulting in water gushing down the main road. Following the repair of a recent break in the pipe, he said later that day, the pipe broke in two places, one each side of the earlier repair work. “I am asking that the pipe is urgently replaced to help rectify the water problems in Old

Parish,” Cllr. O’Donnell added. FLOODING WORKS Meanwhile, Cllr. O’Donnell welcomed a €55,000 expenditure on work to alleviate flooding experienced in the past on the regional road in Ring, between Barry’s Boreen and the old mink farm. “There was excellent work carried out on that section of road and I would like to thank the Area Engineer, John Leonard, Josephine McGrath, and Overseer, John Manahan, and their staff for the work they did,” said Cllr. O’Donnell.

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Waterford Greenway expected to be opened by end of August WATERFORD Greenway is expected to be fully completed and opened by the end of August. Cllr. John O’Leary had sought an update on the progress of the Greenway and whether there would be a car park available at Kilmeaden. “Will the Council use the Suir Valley Railway car park? There is one difficulty, that it closes around 5.30 p.m.,” he pointed out. Cllr. O’Leary also ques-

tioned what safety measures would be taken to allow people to safely cross where the Greenway meets with local roads. Director of Services, Paul Daly said the Greenway should be fully opened by the end of August. He said the Council is working with Suir Valley Railway to possibly extend the car park, surface it and mark it out. “We’ll ensure that it will stay open to the public out-

side the normal Suir Valley Railway hours,” said Mr. Daly. In relation to the Greenway crossing local roads, Mr. Daly said that there will be ‘staggered barriers’ on the Greenway approaching road crossings, to alert cyclists to the fact they are coming up to a crossing. He said there was a concern about visibility at such crossings because in some instances, cyclists could

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shoot straight across the road. “There will be warning signs erected on the Greenway to warn people and similarly on the local

roads to warn drivers that the Greenway crossing is ahead,” said Mr. Daly. Cllr. John Cummins said he “wasn’t happy” in relation to the Greenway’s

connection to the city and asked if there were any plans to bring the Greenway into the city. Mr. Daly confirmed that

a decision has been made to start the Greenway on the Quays of the city. “We are looking at proposals on how we’ll do that,” said Mr. Daly.

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N e w G r e e n wa y f o o t b r i d g e i s i n s t a l l e d

Council to consider memorial along old railway line

Images looking from both directions of the N25 at the new Greenway footbridge which was installed near Kilmacthomas last weekend. A section of the N25 was closed to facilitate the construction of the overpass from 7.00 p.m. on Friday, 22nd July to 7.00 a.m. on Saturday, 23rd July. The bottom two photographs from the Déise / Waterford Greenway Facebook page, show the 50 tonne bridge being lifted by a crane during the night, watched by local people and members of the Waterford Greenway volunteer group.

FROM FRONT PAGE Cllr. O’Ryan said he was asked by members of Kilmacthomas community to propose that the new footbridge, which was installed last Friday evening / Saturday morning, be named after Mr. Mulcahy. “While I know a lot of people have been killed on stretches of the road, Mr. Mulcahy was killed very close to where this new bridge is located,” Cllr. O’Ryan pointed out. Cllr. O’Leary said he knows the Mulcahy family very well, and it would be “a moving and fitting tribute to Michael Mulcahy if this bridge could be named after him”. Mr. Galvin informed Councillors that the Council is examining suggestions and ideas, such as individual spaces or pieces along the Greenway route, rather than naming structures after people.

Mr. Galvin said the Council wants to find an all-inclusive way to remember those people, either through several memorials across the length of the Greenway, or one dedicated memorial. “As people would be aware, there would have been various events which happened along the old stretch of railway and along the old N25 which involved the loss of life over a period of time,” Mr. Galvin said. Mr. Galvin said the Council executive will come back to the Councillors with some proposals and suggestions in October / November, in relation to some fitting and permanent memorial to acknowledge those who were killed or lost their lives in or around the old railway route and N25. Cllr. O’Ryan requested that his proposal to rename the new bridge after

Michael Mulcahy be brought to the relevant committee for consideration. Mr. Galvin confirmed he would bring the proposal to the relevant body. Councillors were in agreement to defer the Notice of Motion until the executive returns in October / November with its proposals and suggestions on possible memorials. Meanwhile, Mr. Galvin said the entire length of the Greenway should be open for the end of August. He said an official launch of the Greenway is expected in the new year, when all signage, mapping, etc., is in place, when a full-blown publicity campaign will take place to promote the Greenway to local people, as well as visitors and tourists.

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Members of the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford Committee are joined by the Irish Pilgrimage Trust to announce their involvement with the tour once again in 2016. This year’s tour takes place on 20th and 21st August-Enter today at www.theseankellytour.com. Included from left to right: Stephanie Keating, Irish Pilgrimage Trust; Karen Phelan, Waterford Sports Partnership; Jerry Geary, John Brunnock, Barry Meehan, Martin Power, Ger Wyley and Sinead Power, all Sean Kelly Tour Committee members; Johnny Brunnock, Waterford City and County Council and Anne Marie Rossiter, Irish Pilgrimage Trust.

2016 Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford - only 3 weeks to go! PARTICIPANTS from all over Ireland and even further afield are currently signing up to be part of the 2016 Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford, part of the An Post Series, a Sport Ireland initiative, of five cycling events throughout Ireland in 2016, which is taking place on Saturday and Sunday 20th and 21st of August. Organisers wish to take this opportunity to remind Waterford people that time is running out to enter and if you want to be part of the action please don't delay and enter today! At the time of writing the numbers entered are at well over

3000....which means less than 2000 places remain and they won't remain too long! The Sunday event is limited again this year to 5000 riders; the 50k Kelly Cruise is limited to 1500 riders, the 100k Kelly Heritage Route is limited to 1900 riders and the 160k Kelly Comeragh Challenge is limited to 1600 riders. All routes start and finish in Dungarvan. Registration is due to close on Wednesday, 10th of August however, if entries reach the limit of 5,000 then organisers will close in advance of this date. So the message is loud and clear to enter

today. Please pass this on to your family, friends, club mates, work colleagues etc. to make sure that nobody loses out on the chance to be part of Ireland's Ultimate Leisure Cycle right here in your own back yard! 12K KELLY SPIN! Those wishing to be part of a great family day out, the 12k Kelly Spin at 11.30 a.m. on Saturday, 20th August can do so without entering in advance! Entry for this event takes place from 10.00 a.m. on the day only at event HQ which is in Walton Park, Abbeyside, Dungarvan. This event starts on The

Causeway in Abbeyside and takes in Clonea Road, Ballinacourty and the Gold Coast. The return journey is partly on the Abbeyside section of the soon to be opened Waterford Greenway. Entry costs just €2 per person. Cyclists must be over 8 years and as with the three Sunday routeshelmets are essential for all participants. SUPPORT THE IRISH PILGRIMAGE TRUST Our nominated charity for the 2016 Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford is the Irish Pilgrimage Trust once again. The Irish

Pilgrimage Trust is a 32 county charitable organisation caring for young people with special needs, regardless of creed or ethnic background. The Trust does not receive state or public funding and is totally reliant on fundraising and voluntary donations. It is optional to fund raise, but organisers hope that participants will choose to support this worthy cause by donating online during entry, filling out a sponsorship card or visiting the charity desk at event HQ over the entire weekend of 20th and 21st August.

In 2015 Sean Kelly Tour participants raised €18,136 for the Irish Pilgrimage Trust-a big well done to all concerned! FIND OUT MORE... Entry details and route information are available at www.theseankellytour.com. Alternatively you can enter at the Customer Care Desk at the Civic Offices in Dungarvan or Waterford City. E-mail info@theseankellytour.com, call us on 0761 10 2104 or follow us on Facebook. Are you up for it? Go on - get on your bike, and get ready for the Sean Kelly!

Council can’t redraft development plan until national planning framework has concluded WATERFORD Council cannot look at redrafting and updating its County Development Plan until the National Planning Framework has concluded. At the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Pat Nugent had queried if the Council could re-examine its County

Development Plan as there were some people who contacted him about building houses in an area of Ring which is zoned for agricultural uses. “This area is just outside a housing zoned area,” Cllr. Nugent said. However, Director of Services, Lar Power

said the current development plan is the plan being used going forward until such time when a new development plan is formulated. “That can’t take place until the National Planning Framework has concluded,” said Mr. Power. He said it could be next year before a

national framework has been put in place. “At that stage, we can then commence looking at the development plan and policies, but that process will take up to 82 to 104 weeks to conclude a redraft of the development plan, depending on whether there are material changes,” Mr. Power said.

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Solar farm applications appealed to An Bord Pleanála A PLANNING application for construction of a solar farm in Cappoquin has been appealed to An Bord Pleanála. Waterford Council had granted conditional permission to Highfield Solar Limited, for a ten year permission for the construction of a Solar PV Energy development (solar farm) with a total site area of up to 28.8 hA, and associated works at Drumroe, Cappoquin, on 5th July last. The proposed planning received five submissions, three from local residents and two from the Department of Arts, Heritage and Gaeltacht. (Council reference: 16126). However, the planning application was appealed to An Bord Pleanála on 12th July last by Dennis and Catherine Butcher. (Bord reference: PL24.246902). In their submission to An Bord Pleanála, the appellants listed up to 15

points of concern, including concerns over a lack of Renewable Energy Strategy for this type of development; regarding visual impact of the solar panels not being addressed; and concerns about construction taking place less than 100 metres from their home; along with concerns of possible devaluation of property; and a number of other concerns. An Bord Pleanála is due to make a decision on the case by 14th November, 2016. HIGHFIELD SOLAR Dublin-based Highfield Solar is focused on the development of ground-mounted solar panel farms meaning it is often possible for farmers to graze small livestock such as sheep or poultry on the same site. SOLAR FARM IN CAPPAGH Last December, permission was granted by the Council to Amarenco Solar Kilcannon Limited for construction of 5MW solar farm at

Kilcannon, Cappagh, Dungarvan, County Waterford. (Council ref: 15614). It is understood that the West Waterford area is ideal for the location of solar energy farms and it is believed a number of farmers and landowners in the area have been approached by solar energy companies seeking to erect large-scale solar farms. RENEWABLE ENERGY STRATEGY Waterford Council’s proposed Renewable Energy Strategy (2016 2030) has recently completed its period on public display for submissions.The proposed strategy considers various forms of renewable energy sources for Waterford, including solar power; wind power (onshore and offshore); hydro power; biomass; geothermal; and heat pumps. The proposed strategy is expected to be presented to the September meeting of Waterford Council for consideration of adopting it.

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Margaret Walsh and Theresa Browne at the Holy Well at Toor last Thursday.

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Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan leads the Celebration of Mass at St. Declan’s Holy Well at Toor for the Feast of the Saint last week. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at St. Declan’s Well, Toor, last Thursday at the Mass celebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan are some Parishioners from Holy Family Parish, Waterford. From left: Betty Hayes, Chrissie Norris, Rita Flynn, Winnie Cullen, Greg Flynn and Ann Tubbritt. [Tom Keith]

Bishop Cullinan enjoying the singing of the young choir at Mass at St. Declan’s Well last Thursday.

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The Priests who concelebrated Mass at St. Declan’s Well at Toor last Thursday.

[Tom Keith]

Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., Abbeyside with some of his former Parishioners: Pa Mullally, Joan Whelan, Noreen Mullally, Fr. Ned, Marcella Hahessy, Ann Flynn and Breda Halley. [Tom Keith]

Pictured at The Mass celebrated at St. Declan's Well at Toor, Aglish by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan with eleven priests concelebrating are some of those who attended. Front from left; Carmel Keith, Esther Barron, Maureen O’Donnell, Bishop Alphonsis Cullinan, Fr. Gerard O’Connor, PP Aglish, Mary Fennell and Jamie Fennell. Back from left: Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., Abbeyside, Tom Fennell, Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., Ring, Paddy Barron and Frank O Donnell. [Tom Keith]

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Part of the crowd who attended at St. Declan’s Well at Toor last Thursday.

[Tom Keith]

Sun shines for Declan’s pilgrims By Tom Keith DESPITE a dull start to the day, St. Declan smiled on his devotees and sent the sun to shine on them when they assembled at the Well dedicated to his memory at Toor, Aglish at noon last Thursday. Pilgrims had come in record numbers from the immediate area and from counties around, to attend the Mass which was concelebrated by Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan and eleven other priests of the Diocese. The young choir from the parish with their adult musicians and leaders, sang beautifully and uplifted the celebration with their hymns throughout Mass. In his homily, Bishop Cullinan welcomed everyone to the celebration which continued a tradition which went back many centuries and which was being celebrated again today. He spoke about the message of Jesus Christ, the same message which Declan preached all those centuries ago. “Jesus is the true revelation of God,” he said, “who tells us who we really are.We are brothers and sisters of Jesus, we are sons and daughters of God and that message of Christ is revealed continually through His Church; through the Bible; through the Saints and through the teachings

of the Church. “That is the message which Declan came to bring,” he continued, “and we are fortunate to be in that tradition and to know Jesus Christ. It is not that we are any better, it is perhaps that we are more fortunate that we have had people in our lives, for most of us, our parents, who have told us about Jesus, our teachers, our neighbours; people of faith whom we have known, who have influenced us for the better, who have helped us to believe. And then we ourselves, when the time came, we made our own profession of faith. “We remind ourselves at every Sunday Mass and on Feast Days at the profession of faith: ‘I believe in God’. So, let us pray for those who do not have that gift of faith; let us pray for ourselves who can find faith difficult at times.” Bishop Cullinan then gave instances which he had recently encountered in which faith and the hand of the Lord seemed to be present and which endorsed his own faith. One of those involved a faith group in the Diocese who were looking for a premises in which to set up a house of prayer for young people and had asked him for his help. “On the following day,” said Bishop Cullinan, ‘I got a phone call from the Rosminian Fathers

offering their premises at Glencomeragh for the use of the diocese.Was that God’s action or what? Bishop Cullinan also paid tribute to the priests of the Diocese who, ‘day in and day out tell us about Jesus, offering His Mass, visiting the sick, visiting the schools, and they tell us about Jesus every day’. At the close of Mass, Fr. Gerard O’Connor, Parish Priest of Aglish, Ballinameela and Mountstuart thanked the large congregation for coming and helping to continue the long tradition of devotion at St. Declan’s Well. He thanked the local people who had cut hedges, cut the grass of the fields and the many other preparations which had to be made. He also thanked Peggy and David Reynolds who care for the grounds so well through the year and also to Civil Defence who stand by in case of emergency. “We are grateful to you all, for without your help, this event would not run as smoothly as it does.” On Saturday night, a Vigil was held at St. Declan’s Hermitage, Ardmore with prayers at midnight which were led by Sr. Déaglán de Paor.

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How safe the Western world? A SUCCESSION of random terrorist or criminal attacks across the globe suggests that the relatively cosy world in which we have lived until now has changed and changed utterly. Gone, for the moment at least, are the days when we can walk through airport lounges and major train stations, where there are police and military armed to the teeth, without looking over our shoulders with concern for our safety. A quick search to refresh the memory of the most recent attacks, will reveal not just the atrocities of France, Germany, Belgium and the United States and the murder of a British MP, but hundreds of attacks across the globe where there is also a war in progress, or just so remote from Europe that they do not seem to matter. There is little doubt now that we are in a new phase of life on this planet. The era of terrorism and copycat mass murders, mass shootings, bombings, stabbings and murder with an axe and knife and speeding truck, seems to have arrived with such incidents now a regular occurrence. Perhaps because of their colonial past, France has experienced some variety of terrorism in every postwar decade, but never as bad as at present. The last seven months have seen the two deadliest acts of terrorism in modern French history: the Paris attacks in November that killed 130 people, and Nice where 84 people died. This kind of terrorism that requires barely any planning beyond acquiring a truck is almost unstoppable. The use of airplanes in the 9/11 attacks proved that jet-fuel is as effective a bomb material as semtex. There is no doubt in retrospect, that the aftermath of 9/11 and the assumed sanction that was taken from that to wage war across the globe, is one of the major roots of the present world-wide threat. The findings of the Chilcot inquiry in Britain into the wars in Iraq and the now discredited claims of weapons of mass destruction has confirmed what the public believed for over a decade, that the political climate and politicians were manipulated so that the weapons industry could make money. As a result of those two disastrous campaigns and the injustices they generated, there emerged the terrorist organisations which found ready sympathy and support among the smoking ruins of once fine cities and their overflowing morgues.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate Now, the entire world is at risk with people not knowing where the next attack will be made or what mode of transport will be targeted. Will the perception that Ireland is a peaceful, nonaggressive country with a proud record of United Nations service be enough to save us from such attacks? To what extent is the use of Shannon Airport by the US military seen as a provocation to those who would wish to strike back at America and the wider western world. Will our record of non aggression and not having a colonial past be enough to spare us those attacks. In this present twisted world no one can tell and even those countries with all-seeing defences and extensive covert security services, cannot seem to deal with the threat. Looking at the candidates in the Presidential election in the United States gives little cause for hope that the hawks will not continue to prevail. The upcoming Olympic Games is a cause for concern, with that world event being a target for a terrorist attack as far back as 1972 when the Israeli camp was attacked with the loss of eleven athletes and a police officer. Whatever the future, it is a changed one and not for the better.

Ladies and men advance in their codes SO far in this GAA season, it is the Waterford Hurlers who have dominated the coverage and match reports, but last Sunday, the ladies emerged from the shadows to deliver a masterly performance in their football championship match against Armagh. Travelling halfway up the country to meet the Orchard County did not prove any burden and they delivered a disciplined and decisive victory to see them through to

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the next round. Waterford Ladies Footballers have a proud record in their particular sport at all levels, winning four All-Ireland Titles at different grades in the one year when they were truly on top of the sport in this country. Sometimes regarded by those who are not familiar with the game, as a less exciting code, those who have seen the game played at the highest levels will readily admit that the game is every bit as exciting and skilful as that played by their male counterparts. The code has had many national icons through the last thirty years; heroes to their fans young and old and role models to whom young women can look for inspiration. Perhaps this season will see a restoration of Waterford Ladies fortunes and last Sunday will prove a very positive start to their campaign for All Ireland honours. We wish the players at all levels of the sport a successful season as they drive on to attain highest honours and the silverware which goes with it. **************************************************** WATERFORD Senior hurlers were back in action last Sunday, their first formal outing since the bruising encounter with Tipperary which saw them forfeit the opportunity of a Munster title. On this occasion, the opposition was not as robust and the Déise were rarely tested over the seventy minutes. There were periods when Wexford might have thought of a comeback, but our Seniors were equal to the challenge and victory was never really in doubt. However, while Waterford were not stretched on the field, neither were the fans at home or in the stands or on the terraces. Never was blood pressure a problem and nails remained unbitten as the Waterford fifteen, as well as subs, dealt decisively with the Wexford challenge to earn a place in the All Ireland Semi-Final against Kilkenny. Two weeks of preparation, both physical and mental, lie ahead and no one expects any quarter from the merciless Noreside County. That is not to suggest that giants cannot be dealt with and that the hurling Goliath cannot be felled. The Deise boys will be eager to get on the pitch, not only to advance to an All Ireland Final, but to take a very prestigious scalp too. It is within the compass of this young team to steal a victory from Kilkenny and, if motivation and determination mean anything, allied to speed, youth and immense skill, then there is every possibility they can emerge triumphant. Belief in themselves and in their skills is vital, but they can look to their achievement in getting this far for inspiration and belief. They can do it . . . Is Féidir leo.

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AGM of Fianna Fail CDC THE AGM of the Fianna Fáil CDC was held in Lawlor's Hotel, Dungarvan on Friday, July 15th.There was a very large attendance which reflects the growth in the party locally in recent times. The meeting was addressed by Mayor Adam Wyse, our youngest ever Mayor and Deputy Mary Butler, our first ever Waterford Fianna Fail female TD.The mood was enthusiastic as the meeting came to the election of the new officer board. The election went as follows: Cllr. John O’Leary was returned, unopposed to the position of Chairman Dolores Whelan was elected to the position of Secretary. Kevin Walsh and Michael J. Walsh were returned as Treasurers 1 & 2, again unopposed. Helen Young was elected to the position of PRO, Michael Murphy was elected to the position of Vice Chairman, Daniel Bray was elected to the position of Events Officer, Caroline Quinlan was elected to the position of Membership officer and Gina Kelly was elected to the position of Women's officer. This new and varied team will all work closely together for this term of office, we wish to strengthen the party further and build on our success. We will support our 9 Councillors and our TD.

Councillor wants barriers erected to deny access by travellers By Christy Parker

Front row left to right: Hon President John Hartley, Treasurer 2, Micheal J. Walsh, Secretary, Dolores Whelan, Chairman, Cllr. John O'Leary, Deputy Mary Butler, Women's Officer, Gina Kelly. Back row left to right: Membership Officer, Caroline Quinlan, Events Officer Daniel Bray, PRO, Helen Young, Treasurer 1, Kevin Walsh, Vice Chairman Micheal Murphy.

WATERFORD Councillor Séamus O’Donnell has asked Waterford Council to provide a barrier close to a B&B on the N25 on the approach towards Ring for fear that “we end up with a lot of Travellers and things going into that particular spot” meaning, apparently, a car park. The councillor specified the location as “across from Fahy’s B&B” at July’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting. The Councillor also called for “some kind of crash barrier to stop them going over the kerb and into the car park. “I don’t want fellows ringing me in the middle of the night saying there’s campers out here and campers there”, he explained. There was no obvious support from any quarter for the Councillor’s concerns. There was no disagreement either.

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Most Appropriate Dressed Lady Competition at Dungarvan Agricultural Show: Pictured are Nell Dalton, Show Committee; Finola Meaney, Signet Boutique (sponsor), and Noel Devereux, Show Committee. Missing from photograph are Alison Walsh and Kerry Bedell, Brigid Ballot Flowers (sponsors) and Maria Cliffe, Siobhan's Hair Salon (sponsors). The winner will receive a package which includes a Voucher from Signet Boutique, Flowers from Brigid Ballot Flowers and a Voucher from Siobhan's Hair Salon. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Disappointment over English language notices in the Gaeltacht DISAPPOINTMENT was expressed at the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council over the issuing of Boil Water Notices to residents in Ring, which were in English and not as Gaeilge. Cllr. Siobhán Whelan raised the issue, said residents are not only disappointed with the quality of their water, but also disappointed that the notices were not in the official language. Director of Services, Fergus Galvin, apologised to the people of Ring that the notices were not in Irish. He said the matter was urgent and the notices were printed in an emergency when they did not have time to do the full Irish and English version of the notice. In a statement from Irish Water, they said that following advice from the HSE, the Boil Water Notices were issued “as a precautionary measure due to concerns that the disinfection process may be compromised”.

The notice affects approximately 350 households. “Irish Water is in the process of directly contacting all those affected by the Boil Water Notice. Only those households in receipt of a notice are affected. “Irish Water wish to apologise for the inconvenience caused and will keep residents and local media updated on our work to lift the notice as soon as possible,” the statement added. BLOW-INS & PLANNING Meanwhile, Independent Councillor Seamus O’Donnell pointed out that Boil Water Notices were usually printed in both Irish and English, but claimed because of “so many blow-ins coming into the gaeltacht” over the last five to six years, they don’t understand Irish. “Personally speaking, the gaeltacht should get special treatment regarding planning,” said Cllr. O’Donnell.

He said a resident of the gaeltacht “someone who would be of benefit to the gaeltacht” was recently granted planning permission by the Council, but that permission was overturned by An Bord Pleanála after what he termed as a “blow-in” objected to that planning permission. “The Inspector with An Bord Pleanála was in favour of the planning permission, but the Board decided to overturn the planning decision of the Council.” Cllr. O’Donnell warned that the Gaeltacht “is dying out” and said the Council needs to give more consideration and special treatment to the Gaeltacht, particularly regarding protection of the Irish language, as it is the only Gaeltacht in County Waterford. “The Gaeltacht is dying out because there are too many blow-ins coming into it and objecting to everything,” Cllr. O’Donnell added, to some bemused looks from other Councillors.

Bin companies should be logging the weight of people’s waste BIN collection companies should now be logging the weight of customers’ waste so they can compare the cost with their current flat rate payment. Cllr. John Cummins asked the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council whether the new ‘pay by weight’ regime is

still being introduced? Director of Services, Fergus Galvin replied that from this month, all waste collectors should be logging the weight of waste and make available to customers the total weight of what was lifted and the costs that would be associated with that if pay by weight was in

operation. “It allows people the opportunity to compare what they are paying in the flat rate charge and what they would pay if they were on a pay by weight system,” Mr. Galvin explained. Currently, the introduction of the pay by weight regime has been postponed

until July, 2017. Cllr. Davy Daniels expressed thanks to his Council colleagues for supporting a Notice of Motion calling on the government to postpone the new pricing regime, noting the Government “backed down” on the introduction of the controversial pay by weight.

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Sun shines on Stradbally Field Day ON behalf of the Stradbally Field Day Organisers a very big thank you to the lovely people who year on year make this a very worthwhile exercise, people who man

the stalls and organise the fun and games, cook and bake, collect and store, donate prizes, and the villagers near and far for your support. Richard Cutbill Seen here before us (in my opinion) are three of the best cake makers to be found locally. They have massive display and sell out every year. Pictured are Rev. Jenny Crowley, Gwen Gray and Olive Gray.

Always a delight fresh locally grown strawberries with homemade cream served here by Lyn Hayes and Patricia Jacobsen.

Splendid raffle prizes all donated by local businesses and villagers. In charge this year is the very cheerful Jenny Cashin from Dungarvan. The very popular Face Painter Julie Green from Mahon Bridge shows her skills on Juliete Green from Stradbally.

The Bowe family from Carlow visting family in Stradbally. Back row: Conor and Tricia. Front row: John David, Ann and May.

Hosting Bric-a-Brac room were Aine Campbell, Jane Walsh and Julie Green. Massive bargains to be had here, amazing collection of items.

The Tea Room is a very special place at the field day, not to be missed are the scones, with cream and all types of jams, just delicious and all home made locally. Seen here enjoying these treats are Hannah Mulhall, Aine Horgan, Elaine Horgan, Ginneau Horgan, Cianar Horgan, Jacob Mulhall and Suzanne Mulhall.

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The Games and Face Painting Tent had lots of fun and prizes. On duty are the very delightful ladies (l. to r.): Miriam Matthews, Shauna Clancy, Jennifer Morrissey, Lucy Shanahan and Eilish McLaughlin.

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DURATION: A 12-Day Course over 4 weeks (Thursday, Friday & Saturday). Congratulations to Katie Daley and Rebecca Allanan who participated in the Welly Throwing Contest at Stradbally Field Day. [John Pelham]

Controversy over comments made on number of submissions on draft Renewable Energy Strategy THE draft Renewable Energy Strategy for Waterford is expected to be presented at the September meeting of Waterford City and County Council. However, controversy has arisen over comments made by the Director of Services at the July meeting of the local authority regarding the number of submissions made on the draft strategy. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan had queried how many submissions were received on the draft strategy. In reply, Director of Services, Lar Power said the last time he enquired, there had been “only one submission received”. It has since transpired that there are 44 submissions made on the draft Renewable Energy Strategy. The document sets out Waterford’s

renewable energy targets until 2030. Renewable energy sources being considered includes wind power (onshore and offshore); solar power; hydro power; biomass; geothermal and heat pumps. A spokesperson for Dungarvan Against Wind Turbines described Mr. Power’s response to Cllr. O’Ryan as “flippant”. The spokesperson said the topic is “highly emotive to the communities involved and disrespectful to the Councillors, especially when the Councillors requested an extension of the deadline due to the holiday period”. The spokesperson added that should Waterford continue with its plan to add an additional 150 industrial wind turbines, the majority will very likely be erected in the

Dungarvan hinterland, and drew attention to a recent signing of a memorandum of understanding, between EirGrid and their French counterparts, Réseau de Transport d’Electricité, in relation to the next phase of the development of the Celtic interconnector project - which will connect the South of Ireland with the North of France - a route of around 600 km - with a High Voltage Direct Current interconnector. It is understood that one of the proposed sites for the transmission line leaving Ireland is just south of Youghal. Councillors will get to discuss the draft Renewable Energy Strategy and the submissions made on the document at a workshop to be held prior to the September meeting of the Council.

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“There was no accidents or increase of danger when that speed limit was increased,” he said. Director of Services, Paul Daly said the setting of speed limits is a Reserve Function of the Council (which means it would be a decision of the Councillors). The exception to this is speed limits on National Primary and National Secondary roads, where the permission of the TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) is needed before they are changed. Mr. Daly said if anyone thinks there are inappropriate speed limits on any roads around the county, to inform the Council so it can be considered under the Speed Limit Review. SPEED LIMITS IN HOUSING ESTATES Meanwhile, Cllr. John Pratt sought an update on the proposed speed

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The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Jenny Beresford, CEO Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce; Declan Moriarty, General Manager, Park Hotel, and Conor Foran, Chef, Park Hotel, pictured at the launch of the hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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The Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu launch, in association with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce: Declan Moriarty, General Manager, Park Hotel, pictured with Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce staff, Tina, Rachel, Vicki and Jenny, at the launch of the Park Hotel's new Early Bird Dinner Menu. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Council to review CSO Census data on vacant houses By Paul Mooney THE local authority is to review data from the Central Statistics Office which places Waterford higher than the national average for having vacant properties. At the July meeting of Waterford Council, Cllr. John Cummins noted that preliminary results from the CSO’s Census show that while there was around 2.3 percent increase in Waterford’s population, there was also a figure of 15 percent for vacant properties in Waterford - higher than the national average and he queried if there was a rationale behind that? Director of Services, Ivan Grimes, said the Council executive hasn’t had a chance to review the CSO figures in the Census, but would do so at a later point. According to the CSO Census, the number of vacant dwellings as a percentage of total housing stock in Waterford County is 16 percent; while Waterford City is 12 percent. TURNAROUND TIMES Cllr. Cummins noted that the turnaround time for refurbishing a vacant house and bringing it back into use for leasing is around 21 weeks. He asked if that was still the period of time for turnaround of a house. Cllr. John Hearne said there is a “huge housing crisis” in Waterford and asked if the Council is doing everything it can to turnaround vacant houses, to help alleviate the housing crisis. Mr. Grimes confirmed the turnaround time is 21 weeks and said the reason why it is so long is because the house needs to be assessed when it is handed back to the Council. He said works would likely be needed on the house. “We are looking at ways of cutting down that 21 weeks, but we are limited when we are working under statutory procurement rules,” Mr. Grimes said. Mr. Grimes said the Council was also looking at bringing in vacant private houses into the Council stock to lease them to tenants. TENANT PURCHASE SCHEME Cllr. Davy Daniels asked if there was an update to a suggestion to amend the

Tenant Purchase Scheme, which allows Council tenants to purchase their home. Mr. Grimes said the Department have indicated to him that the scheme will be reviewed after 12 months. “The scheme has only come into operation earlier this year. They have asked that any anomalies or suggestions should be brought to thier attention before the end of the year. “The Department will then take those suggestions into consideration at that time when the scheme is being reviewed.” Cllr. Sean Reinhardt requested the Council to ask the Department to reconsider a condition in the scheme that people participating must be able to provide 50 percent of household income from employment. “I would ask that is reviewed because I known of one pensioner and her family are willing to buy the house for her, but that is not allowed under the rules of this scheme,” said Cllr. Reinhardt. Mr. Grimes said it was one of the issues raised with the Department. He said the Council will circulate a list of issues in early Autumn, and asked Councillors to add issues with the Tenant Purchase Scheme to that list, so it will be forwarded to the Department for consideration. HAP SCHEME Cllr. Reinhardt asked if existing HAP (Housing Assistance Payment) tenants benefit from the recent increase in rent allowance? He said the Department are using an average figure in rent for Waterford City and Waterford County, but said rents in the city “are no reflection of rents in the county”. “Have the HAP payments been paid directly to landlords and if landlords are receiving payment, will the tenants be informed so they can reduce their payment accordingly,” Cllr. Reinhardt queried. Cllr. Jason Murphy welcomed the increase in HAP to an upper limit of €600. He asked if there was any way the HAP payment could be consolidated, where the tenant would pay the Council, then the Council would pay the landlord. Mr. Grimes said the increase in the HAP limits is to benefit the tenant. “It is not an initiative to increase rents and it is not a

mechanism for landlords to ‘jack up’ the rent,” Mr. Grimes said. He said while the Council operate the scheme, it is a national scheme, with the rules and regulations set by the minister. “I’ll bring Cllr. Murphy comments to the attention of the Department, but we bound by the rules as they stand.” Cllr. Cha O’Neill accused some landlords on the HAP scheme of telling their tenants they are selling the house, just to get rid of them. Mr. Grimes said there isn’t a lot the Council can do if a landlord makes a decision to sell their house. However, he said under tenancy legislation, there are statutory periods a landlord must comply with before they sell their property from under a tenant. He said all tenants, private and HAP scheme tenants, should be registered with the Tenancy Board and said there is a legal obligation on the landlord. DERELICT PROPERTIES Cllr. Murphy also queried what the Council can do to secure domestic derelict sites. Director of Services, Lar Power said if Councillors become aware of vacant houses attracting anti-social behaviour, to alert the Council, who will step in and take action. SELLING TO THE COUNCIL Cllr. Declan Doocey said those selling private vacant houses should be encouraged to sell to the Council or the Department. “It might help relieve some of our housing problems,” said Cllr. Doocey. Mr. Grimes assured that the Council will be drawing down funding for housing and the Council “is actively trying to purchase houses across the city and county”. “We have completed two sales and we are confident there will be well over 20 houses in the coming month,” Mr. Grimes said. HOUSING DEVELOPMENT STALLED Meanwhile, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan noted a housing development in Dungarvan has been stalled after further submissions regarding the proposed density were forwarded to the Department of Environment for consideration. The proposed development of 20 houses at Ballinroad is not now

expected to go to tender until January, 2017. Mr. Grimes said submissions were raised with the Department, and the Department have not responded yet. “We hope to get a response from the Department shortly,” Mr. Grimes said. PRIORITY FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES Cllr. Joe Kelly noted a housing report which stated there are 13 children currently in emergency B&B homeless accommodation in Waterford City and County - and asked if those families are given first priority for housing allocation? Mr. Grimes confirmed that homeless families with children would be priority number one for housing allocations. CAPPOQUIN HOUSES Cllr. Eddie Mulligan queried the progress of four proposed houses for Cappoquin. Mr. Grimes said those houses will progress to tender sometime this month. SEAI GRANTS Cllr. Kelly queried if individual Council tenants can apply for grants under SEAI? Mr. Grimes said individual tenants cannot apply for SEAI grants. “If they have a concern about insulation, they should bring it to the attention of the Council and we’ll assess them, and if they are high on a list of priorities, they will be included in whatever funding we can get,” Mr. Grimes said. Cllr. Joe Conway said it was sad news that an application for funding from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) was not successful for the St. Vincent De Paul houses in Tramore. Mr. Grimes concurred it was disappointing, and said feedback indicated the programme was oversubscribed this year and because of Waterford’s successful track record for funding in the past, they may have been placed ‘bottom of the pile’ this year. Other housing developments which were also affected by the unsuccessful SEAI application included: Caseyville and Keating Street, Dungarvan; inner town area of Portlaw; Monastery Street, St. Ignatius Street and Presentation Row in Waterford City. The Council indicated they will continue to seek funding from the SEAI for these much needed works.

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2016 Ted and Mary O’Regan Arts Bursary Awards announced THE 2016 Ted & Mary O’Regan Arts Bursaries were presented at a ceremony in Garter Lane recently. Reflecting the wide range of artistic activity in Waterford City and County, a total of twenty two applications were received for this year’s awards. Having adopted the recommendations of its External Adjudicator, the Bursary Committee has now agreed on the Awards for this year. The winners will receive €1,500 each and they were writer Megan Nolan and actor / theatre student Jamie Flynn.There was also two smaller awards of €500 for film director Neil O’Driscoll and musical theatre performer Phoebe Dipple. The Award Scheme is the brainchild of a group of friends and colleagues of the late Ted and Mary O’Regan and was created to honour the couple’s invaluable contribution to the artistic and cultural life of Waterford. Launched in 2005, the bursary is financed by local Arts organisations and statutory bodies as well as by the O’Regan family and by friends and admirers of the much loved couple. Among the organisations who have contributed to the bursary are Waterford Youth Committee, Waterford City and County Council, Waterford Enterprise Office, Garter Lane Arts Centre, Spraoi, Waterford Dramatic Society,Theatre Royal and Waterford Youth Arts. Bursary Committee Chairman, Bertie Rogers, said that the applications for this year’s awards provided compelling evidence of both the range and quality of artistic activity in Waterford city and county. He thanked the Bursary’s many benefactors, who have maintained their support for the project and called on more people and organisations to get involved in this worthwhile bursary. The four recipients of the Bursary this year all represent the ethos and vision of Ted and Mary O'Regan. Each has shown a willingness and a desire to pursue their dreams. JAMIE FLYNN Jamie is pursuing a Theatre Studies degree at WIT and is about to commence his third year of that programme. His passion and commitment to the arts in Waterford is highly evident over eight years and he has a strong ambition to become an Arts practitioner in his own right. He has previously studied in Colaiste Dhulaigh Dublin. He has appeared in various roles

with Waterford Youth Arts and Stagemad Theatre Company where he recently performed the one man show, 'They Think It’s All Over'. The bursary will contribute to the completion of his studies and help Jamie realise his dreams of becoming a full time theatrical performer. NEIL O'DRISCOLL Neil is a film-maker and illustrator who wants to complete a feature film called 'Waking the Witch' that started in 2013. He has a talented showreel and the footage of his feature film proved that he is a visionary film-maker. Neil has studied in Edinburgh, Dublin and Kilkenny and he has worked extensively with projects that include theatrical promos for the Abbey Theatre Dublin & Lyric Theatre Belfast, music videos and an Irish Sports Council film on Olympic champion Katie Taylor. The Bursary will assist Neil in completing his first feature film. PHOEBE DIPPLE Phoebe is a musical theatre performer who has performed in countless musicals both in Dungarvan and Waterford over the last few years. She auditioned for a UK based theatre company called Youth Musical Theatre and was offered a place on their residential musical course in London this August that will culminate in a performance of 'Busted the Musical'. Phoebe was offered a place after an audition process that saw over 1,000 young people from Ireland and the U.K. register their interest. The Bursary will allow Phoebe to work with artists/choreographers from the West End and Broadway. MEGAN NOLAN Megan is a talented writer based in London who regularly writes personal essays and works of non fiction. Her work has been published in the Guardian and Independent newspapers in U.K. and she has appeared in National and International journals. Her essays on alcoholism, self harm and young women in society make her a strong female voice that will soon be recognised. Megan signed with a literary agent earlier this year and wants to complete her first novel 'Final Girl' by the end of the year. The bursary will allow her take the time to complete the novel so it does not interfere with her work commitments.

Pictured is Sue Larkin receiving a Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary Award on behalf of Megan Nolan from Margaret Organ, Arts Officer. Included are Bob Browne, Adjudicator and Bertie Rogers, Chairman, Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary Awards. [John Power]

Phoebe Dipple from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford receiving her award from Arts Officer Margaret Organ. Included are Bob Browne, Adjudicator, Sarah Fitzgerald, Theresa Dipple, Belle Dipple and Bertie Rogers, Chairman. [John Power]

Pictured is Jamie Flynn receiving a Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary Award from Margaret Organ, Arts Officer. Included are Bob Browne, Adjudicator; Ann Queally, Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary Awards, Ann and Jimmy Flynn. [John Power]

Pictured is Neill O'Driscoll who received a Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary award. Included are Bob Browne, Adjudicator, Margaret Organ, Arts Officer, Lilly O'Reilly, Garter Lane and Bertie Rogers, Chairman, Ted & Mary O'Regan Bursary Awards. [John Power]

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Irish Navy returns Navy crest to Malta on behalf of Youghal man By Christy Parker A SEA story with connections to three navies (four if you count the Italians), a fisheries inspector, a county council worker, a businessman and a most peculiar coincidence, is about to culminate in a ceremony on board the L.É. James Joyce on the island of Malta next month. Central to the story is a crest, representing Fort St. Angelo, an ancient former garrison and it is about to be returned to its rightful owners, the Maltese navy, after an absence of over 60 years. Fort St. Angelo, in Birgu, is one of only two sea forts categorised as ‘stone frigates’ by the Royal Navy. The crest is one of only two originals that were cut, the other being private ownership. It comprises solid bronze/brass casting, measuring 17” x 12” x 2½, is overpainted in naval style and mounted on its original base. It would normally have been fixed on the weather deck under the bridge or in the ward room of a Royal Navy ship. Believed to have been built between the 1530’s and 1690’s, Fort St. Angelo served as a British garrison from 1800 to 1979. During that time it became classified as a ‘stone frigate’, first in 1912 as HMS Egmont (1912) and in subsequently as HMS St Angelo in 1933.

The British returned the fort back to Malta in 1979 and in 1998 its upper section was given to the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. It is now on Malta's tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The two crests are believed to have been made during or shortly before WWII. One of them, for some unknown reason, ended up in England. In due course a south Tipperary emigrant returning home bought an antique chest of drawers from an elderly couple at an English flea market. Back in Tipperary he discovered the crest. It held little significance for him and it lay forgotten in his garage for over 20 years. TALLOW ROAD One day his friend, Inspector of Fisheries Michael Faul, visited and was given the crest during a conversation about brass ornaments and so on. Michael too thought little of the item and kept it in his garage at his home on the Tallow Road for another 25 years. Next, David Cooley, a county council outdoor worker in Youghal who collects memorabilia, came calling and he was given the crest. David stored it away for three years but eventually asked his friend and Youghal businessman Hugh Carson to research its origins.

The crest which represents Fort St. Angelo in Malta. By strange coincidence Hugh’s dad, also called Hugh, had served as a warrant engineer in the British navy and had been stationed at Fort St. Angelo, aboard HMS Chequers, during the Palestine crisis of 1948/49. “I ended up contacting Mr. Mathew Balzan, curator of the Fort St. Angelo museum in Malta”, recalls Hugh “and he confirmed the crest’s authenticity as one of the two originals. The Maltese are absolutely delighted to be getting the crest back. We still don’t know how it ended up in an antique furniture chest in England though.” CONSIDERATE Hugh is fulsome in his praise for David Cooley who, he said, “immediately wished that it be returned to its rightful ownership in Malta. But then that would be typical of a man whose generosity of spirit and con-

sideration for others is part and parcel of his character.” For his part, Mr. Cooley says he “wouldn’t have it any other way” and is “absolutely delighted” that the crest is being returned. The crest’s return to Malta was orchestrated through the offices of Irish Navy Lieutenant. Gary Delaney N.S, and it was presented to Captain Lt. Cdr. Niall Manning of the L.É. James Joyce prior to the ship’s recent departure on humanitarian migrant rescue mission in the Mediterranean, under the direction of the Italian Navy. CEREMONIOUS OCCASION At an as yet undecided date next month, when the ship docks in Valetta for a period of storing, rest and recuperation, the crest will be on formally handed over. The ceremony will take place during a traditional shipboard cocktail reception for the Irish ambassador to Malta, Pádraig Mac Coscair. Official transfer and ownership papers will be signed and Mr. Cooley will present the much-travelled and much-valued badge to Mr. Balzan. In an act of further consideration by the Irish Navy, Mr. Cooley’s wife Margaret along with Mr. Faul, Mr Carson and their respective wives, Christine and Mary have also been invited to attend.

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An Rinn student wins top radiography prize A STUDENT from An Rinn in County Waterford, has been awarded a top radiography prize at Queen Margaret University’s recent graduation ceremony in Edinburgh. Dearbhaile Hayes (24), who attended St. Augustine’s College in Abbeyside, Dungarvan, won the Fujifilm Medical Systems Award for Academic Excellence. The Award is presented to a final year student who has achieved the highest marks within the entire radiography division. Dearbhaile, who graduated from QMU with a first class honors in BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography, was presented with her award by Anne Laurie, Programme Leader for Therapeutic Radiography at QMU. Dearbhaile is now working as a Diagnostic Radiographer at Waterford University Hospital. Commenting on her radiography award and QMU degree, Dearbhaile said: “I’m delighted to accept the Fujifilm Medical Systems Award. I’m thrilled that all my hard work paid off in the end and I am forever grateful for the support that I have received from both my lecturers, family and friends throughout my time at Queen Margaret University. “Training at QMU has offered me the

opportunity to work in a wide variety of clinical placements sites, including an opportunity to undertake an elective placement overseas. Helpful and experienced lecturers who are passionate about the course, along with placements in numerous different departments have equipped me with the necessary skills to secure and begin my career as a Diagnostic Radiographer. “My advice for current and prospective students would be to make the most out of clinical placements, get involved and ask questions. For International students or those moving far from home who may be apprehensive about moving abroad for third level education my advice would be to bite the bullet and take the chance, it may be the best decision that you will ever make. Indeed, as a recent graduate I’m delighted that I made the decision to move abroad to QMU to pursue my dream career.” Adrian Waller, General Manager, Fujifilm Medical Systems UK, said: “Fujifilm is delighted to be supporting the next generation of radiographers with this Award for Excellence. Congratulations to Dearbhaile on her outstanding achievement, and we wish her well for her future career in radiography.”

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Calling all Gardeners in the Dungarvan West Waterford Area THE new Dungarvan Community Gardens/Allotments Association facility at Seandún is now up and running, the new Community Gardens/Allotments will include polytunnels, open growing areas, sensory herb garden, teaching section, and up to 25 defined allotment growing areas. The gardens will also allow for

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to participate. The courses are run on a Friday morning and are free of charge to all jobseekers. Courses currently in progress:Course 1 - Horticulture Outdoor Fruit and Vegetable Crop Production Level 3 is a 12 week course. Course 2 - Hand held Pesticide

is a 4 week course 5 hours per week add on to above courses. The classroom sections of the various courses are being held at the Community House, 33 Colligan View. To participate in the courses and enquires regarding obtaining your own allotment please contact Sean at 087-7674810.

Copper Coast Geopark hosts exhibition THE Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark Visitor Centre is delighted to host a group exhibition entitled ‘Land, Sea and Sky’ from Butlerstown Art Group. The exhibition will run for the month of August. The Butlerstown Art Group was formed about 5 years ago, having studied art together under the guidance of tutor, Catherine O’Connell at the Waterford College of Further Education, and Catherine continues to tutor the group today. They meet every Thursday in Fr. Rufus Halley Hall in Butlerstown, Waterford. Oliver Manning, a member of the art group says ‘As a group of artists, the social aspect and friendships that have emerged have assisted in the development of our work, whilst encouraging the evolution of diverse artistic perspectives, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty inherent in Ireland.’ Oliver says ‘We hope that the pleasure and love with which these pieces were created becomes the unifying energy

in this exhibition.’ New members to the group are welcome. For further information, please contact Oliver at 051-590196. An Official Opening for ‘Land, Sea and Sky’ will be held on Saturday, 6th August at 3.00 p.m. The Exhibition will be officially opened by Julian Walton, renowned broadcaster, historian and writer. All are most welcome. During the afternoon of the Official Opening, the Visitor Centre will also host an ‘ART ON THE RAILINGS’ event from 1.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. The Art on The Railings will feature other work from the Butlerstown Art Group. The Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre is open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 11.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Visit the Mining Exhibition, and enjoy lunch or coffee in the Café at the Visitor Centre. The Craft Shop is well stocked with an extensive range of superb, locally made crafts. For further information, visit: www.coppercoastgeopark.com or Tel: 051-292828.

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Catherine O’Connell, John Kelly, Angela McEvoy, Ollie Manning, Angela Lyons of the Butlerstown Art Group.

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Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane opens West Waterford Constituency Office SINN Féin TD officially opened a new constituency office in Dungarvan at a special event on Friday evening.Veteran republican, Sinn Féin fisheries spokesperson and TD for Kerry, Martin Ferris was the guest speaker at the opening. The office is located at 47 Mary Street. Speaking to those assembled outside the office Martin Ferris said: “The opening of this constituency office is a milestone in the development of Sinn Féin in Waterford and particularly in the west of the county. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of so many republican activists in this part of the country over many, many years. Over the past decade alone this work has delivered huge growth. The people of Waterford can now count on six Councillors, an MEP and a TD, to represent them at all levels. “This office will be a great asset to the people of West Waterford and Dungarvan, providing support, representation and advice from a party that has always put the ordinary people of Ireland first. David Cullinane said: “Eamon Dee and Cathal Brugha were the Sinn Féin TDs here in the 'twenties. Eamon lived here in the centre of Dungarvan, and Cathal Brugha would have been a frequent visitor to his home, as were so many local people in need of advice and support. It’s nice

From left to right: Louise Brierley, David Cullinane TD, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Martin Ferris TD and Conor McGuinness. Ó chlé go deas: Louise Brierley, David Cullinane TD, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan, Martin Ferris TD and Conor McGuinness.

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Case adjourned to monitor accused’s behaviour A DUNGARVAN man who faces a number of charges had his case adjourned for a year to ensure his continued good behaviour. Mark McCarthy (30) with an address at 16 Keating Street, Dungarvan, had pleaded guilty at a previous sitting of the District Court to using threatening, abusive language and behaviour in a public place, contrary to Section 6 of the Public Order Act and failing to comply with the direction of a Garda, contrary to Section 8 of the Public Order Act, at old Youghal Road, Dungarvan, on 29th March, 2014; and assault and obstructing a Garda in his duty at Keating Street,

Dungarvan, on 31st August, 2014. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, solicitor David Burke told Judge Terence Finn that there is a positive report on his client from the Probation Service. “He is engaging with the Probation Service and he wants to continue with that,” said Mr. Burke. “He is anxious to keep his life on the right path. My client is benefitting from the contact with the Probation Service.” The accused was placed on a probation bond in relation to the public order charges, while the other charges were adjourned to 12th July, 2017, to monitor the accused.

Road traffic prosections A DRIVER who made a donation to the court poor box had a speeding charge struck out. A fixed charge penalty notice was issued to Angeline Power (35) with an address at 13 Ballyneale, Clonea Power, Carrick-on-Suir, after her vehicle was detected travelling at 109 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Kilmacthomas, on 7th December, 2015. However, the penalty notice was never paid. The case was adjourned to allow the accused to make a €150 donation to the court poor box. At last week’s Dungarvan District Court, Judge Terence Finn was told that the donation has been paid and he struck out the charge. A SPEEDING charge was struck out against a motorist who made a donation to the court poor box. Mary Rose Fennelly with an address at 46 Monksfield, Dungarvan, said she received a fixed charge penalty notice for the offence, but it was delivered too late to deal with it. The fixed charge penalty notice issued after her vehicle was detected travelling at 63 km/h in a 50 km/h zone on the R675 at Abbeyside on 7th January, 2016. The accused told Judge Terence Finn at last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the penalty notice issued on 12th January, but she did not receive it until 10th March, after the deadline to pay the fine.

In the circumstances, Judge Finn said the court would deal with the matter by way of a donation to the court poor box. The accused made a donation of €150 and the charge was struck out.

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Man admitted harrassing former girlfriend by phone texts A MAN who admitted harassing a former girlfriend by sending her texts from two different mobile phones had his case adjourned for a Probation Service report and consideration of a Victim Impact Statement. Edward Moran (38) with an address at Danganbeg, Knocktopher, Kilkenny, pleaded guilty to harassing the Kilmacthomas woman on dates between 26th September, 2014 and 22nd June, 2015. Giving an outline of the case,

Inspector David Nolan told last week’s Dungarvan District Court that the victim, from the Kilmacthomas area, received text messages from her former boyfriend and from another mobile phone number. “The relationship had ended, but the victim received a number of calls and messages from the accused to reconcile the relationship,” said Insp. Nolan. Insp. Nolan said the injured party did not want any contact or messages from the accused.

He said she began receiving text messages from a second mobile phone number, from a person claiming to be ‘John’, begging her take back the accused. Gardaí investigated the matter and arrested the accused. Two mobile phones were handed over. “The accused admitted to being the owner of the two phones and to sending texts to the injured party,” said Insp. Nolan.

“The accused was very aware that the contact with the injured party was not wanted.” The accused has no previous convictions. Judge Terence Finn accepted jurisdiction in the case and adjourned the matter until 12th October, 2016, for a Probation Service report on the accused and for the preparation of a Victim Impact Statement. “The court needs to understand what affect this had on the injured party,” said Judge Finn.

Woman’s theft case adjourned for payment of compensation A WOMAN who moved to Dungarvan and ended up stealing to pay for her rent had her case adjourned for payment of compensation. Eva Hogan (35) who had addresses at Cluain Alainn, Dungarvan and Cois Abha, Dungarvan, but now with an address at Cappawhite, Tipperary, pleaded guilty to theft on various dates at New Look and Aldi, Dungarvan; and a charge of failing to appear in court. She also pleaded guilty to theft from Shaws’ Electrical, Mary Street, Dungarvan, on 5th April, 2016. At last week’s Dungarvan

District Court, Inspector David Nolan told Judge Terence Finn that CCTV at Shaws showed a female enter the store and take two pieces of crystal valued at €80 and €75 respectively. The female, identified as the accused, left the store without paying for the crystal. Following a search of the accused’s home at Cluain Alainn, she told the Gardaí that the items were sold on. “She admitted the theft from Shaws and theft from Aldi,” Insp. Nolan said. Insp. Nolan said there was a total of €220 taken in the thefts. None of the property was recovered.

The accused has one previous conviction for a similar theft offence, which was dealt with under the Probation Act at the District Court last February. Solicitor Martin Lavan said his client was in “dire financial circumstances” at the time. “She is the mother of four children and originally lived in Cork, but there was a disagreement with the neighbours and she had to move,” he said. “She knew some people in Dungarvan and so she moved here. Her rent was €650 a month. She was under fierce financial pres-

sure and engaged in this behaviour to make ends meet.” Mr. Lavan said his client is on disability benefit and is on medication for depression. “She has now moved to Tipperary and there is no such theft behaviour of late,” Mr. Lavan said. He said his client was originally interviewed regarding the Shaws theft and she admitted the other thefts during the interview. “She has mended her ways and is taking her medication. She moved to Tipperary and is paying less rent. She is not coming to the attention of the

Gardaí,” Mr. Lavan said. Mr. Lavan said his client is willing to put together compensation to reimburse the shops for the theft. Judge Finn noted the accused was given an opportunity by the District Court last February, “But within weeks, she was out and about offending left, right and centre”. “She received the benefit from the court in February and that was thrown back in the court’s face,” said Judge Finn. Judge Finn adjourned the case to 12th October, 2016, for the accused to “impress the court” and for the compensation.

A WATERFORD motorist was fined last week for a speeding offence. John Quilligan, with an address at 2 Gracedieu, Carrickpherish, Waterford, was fined €350 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for failing to pay a fixed charge penalty notice, which issued after his vehicle was detected travelling at 109 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on the N25 at Kilmacthomas, on 27th January, 2016. The accused, who has no previous convictions, did not appear in court. A KILMACTHOMAS man was fined last week in relation to motoring offences. Garvan O’Shea (25) with an address at Treacy’s Hill, Kilmacthomas, was fined €150 at last week’s Dungarvan District Court for driving as a provisional driver while unaccompanied by a qualified driver at Treacy’s Hill, Kilmacthomas, on 4th February, 2015. He was also fined €150 for driving without a driving licence at Kilmacthomas on 13th February, 2015. Charges of failing to stop for a Garda and failing to produce licence at the roadside on the same date were marked as proven and taken into consideration.

Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber of Commerce's 'Dungarvan Welcome Pack' proudly supported by AIB Dungarvan. (L. to r.): Michael Walsh, AIB Finance & Leasing; Anne Marie Rossitter, President Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Michael Hogan and Michael O'Dwyer, Head of AIB Kilkenny Waterford. [Dan McGrath]

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Common sense must prevail in eFlow dispute - Butler FIANNA Fáil Deputy Mary Butler says commuters will face significant disruption from next month due to the ongoing dispute between Celtic Roads Group and eFlow. If left unresolved the dispute will lead to the removal of barrier free tolling on the N25 at Waterford and two others at Drogheda & Portlaoise. Deputy Butler said,“This dispute has been ongoing for weeks now and it seems no end is in sight. eFlow

have stated that they will not be renewing their contract with Celtic Roads Group which is due to expire at the end of August. If unresolved this dispute will lead to the removal of barrier free tolling for eFlow customers. “Earlier this week I, along with Deputy Robert Troy, Spokesperson for Transport, with representatives from Celtic Roads Group. They informed us that eFlow have ceased communication with them

and there are no negotiations in progress. This is alarming as the expiry date for the current contract is fast approaching. “CRG have made it clear that they will be forced to close the express laneways on each of the motorways if the dispute remains unresolved. This will lead to significant disruption for tens of thousands of commuters and other road users. Minister for Transport Shane Ross must intervene

Fianna Fáil Waterford Deputy Mary Butler. in this dispute. Transport Infrastructure Ireland has overall responsibility for eFlow and therefore should instruct management at the company to re-enter negotiations with CRG. Common sense needs to prevail here in order to reach a satisfactory outcome for all concerned concluded Deputy Butler.

Low-cost loans an alternative to high-cost moneylenders MINISTER for Social Protection Leo Varadkar has confirmed that a scheme designed to offer low-cost loans to low-income families is now being made available to credit unions right across Ireland. The It Makes Sense loan has been available in 30 credit unions

since last November on a pilot basis. It’s designed to make short-term credit available on a low-cost basis to the people who need it most, and is designed specifically as an alternative to high-cost money-lenders. The scheme is now moving to a permanent footing and being

offered to credit unions nationally. A further 50 credit unions have already expressed interest and 18 are in the process of signing up. Minister Varadkar has urged remaining credit unions to sign up and make the low-cost loans available to their members.

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Swimmers Often Drown - Float First and Swim Later Advice BY JOHN CONNOLLY, HONORARY CEO, THE LIFESAVING FOUNDATION

1. The majority of those who die by drowning are swimmers, many of whom lose their lives within 25 metres of safety. 2. Swimmers in difficulty, who cannot exit water immediately, are advised to float on their backs first and sort out their breathing before attempting to swim to safety. Whilst it is important for those drowning to exit water quickly there is often a need to over-rule a strong impulse to swim as fast as one can. 3. Self-rescue advice to swimmers from the Lifesaving Foundation has three steps: FLOAT FIRST ON YOUR BACK, SLOW DOWN YOUR BREATHING, and only then SWIM SLOWLY TO SAFETY. Don’t try to remove clothing. Float and slowly swim in them to safety keeping the hands in the water. 4. The Lifesaving Foundation is an Irish based charity with an International reputation for evidence based research into the causes and prevention of death and injury by drowning. 5. The Foundation is hosting an Open International Drowning Prevention Research Conference in Naas between 29th August and 1st September next. Information and advice is available on their website at www.lifesavingfoundation.ie 6. Minister for Training and Skills John Halligan TD

talked about this own holiday drowning escape during the launch of a Lifesaving Foundation water safety poster in Waterford Teachers Centre. “I consider myself to be a good strong swimmer and my partner Elaine is a former lifeguard, yet, on holiday in Spain in 2013, we went for a swim in the sea close to our holiday apartment and quickly found ourselves in serious trouble. I was thrown about by the force of the water and hit my head off some rocks, while Elaine was swept out to sea. Thankfully, being strong swimmers enabled us to stay on top of the water. Being good strong swimmers was a two-edged skill for us. Self-confidence in our swimming abilities made us careless and got us into trouble, but then our swimming abilities kept us conscious long enough, in my case to self-rescue, and in Elaine’s case to float and keep herself on top of the water long enough to be rescued by others. Let me make one thing clear, learn to swim and make sure that your children learn to swim but don’t fall into the trap of thinking that being able to swim is enough to save you from drowning. If you find yourself in trouble in water, float first and keep yourself on top of the water long enough to be rescued.” SUMMARY 1. Being able to swim is not enough to protect you

from drowning. In Ireland two-thirds of all those who die by drowning can swim. 2. If you find yourself drowning FLOAT FIRST on your back and force yourself to BREATHE SLOWLY. Stay floating until you can breathe steadily which takes about 3 minutes before swimming. 3. Two-thirds of drowning deaths occur within 25 metres of safety. People who can swim hundreds of metres in a pool appear unable to swim 25 metres in open water. 4. You don’t have to die to drown. The 21st century definition of drowning is simply experiencing breathing difficulty in water. 5. 90% of drowning casualties survive the event. Only 10% of casualties die by drowning. There are 3 possible drowning outcomes; survive with no injury, survive with injury, die. 6. In Ireland around 1,500 persons survive a drowning event annually. For every 1 person who dies by drowning about 10 others survive a drowning event. 7. If you have a persistent cough following a drowning event see a doctor. Persistent coughing after a drowning immersion event is a sign of possible lung damage. 8. Only 10% of acci-

dental drowning deaths are bathing drownings. In the great majority of accidental drownings the person did not expect to be in water. 9. Swimmers drown because they cannot stay on top of the water and breathe. To stay alive in water we must be able to stay on top constantly and breathe regularly. 10. Pool swimmers are overwhelmed by the number of new experiences in open water. Persons used to swim-

Minister John Halligan TD launches drowning prevention self-rescue poster. Front: John Connolly, Hon. CEO, The Lifesaving Foundation, John Halligan TD, Minister for Training and Skills. Back: Waterford Fire Service Sub Officer Warren Flanagan, Barry Kennedy Park Chambers, Darryl Barry Waterford Marine Search and Rescue, Declan Barry Waterford Marine Search and Rescue, Waterford Civil Defence Officer Paul Nolan.

ming in swimwear in warm pools struggle in clothing in cold open water. 11. Some swimmers drown from fatigue because they cannot exit the water. Having swam to where they think they are safe some swimmers cannot exit the water. 12. Compression only CPR is not enough when resuscitating rescued drowning casualties. Because of lung damage it is necessary to perform the Kiss of Life on rescued persons. SELF-RESCUE ACTION PLAN If you find yourself drowning and cannot exit the water immediately: 1. Float on your back with your head up if possible 2. Move your hands out and back slowly under the water 3. Kick your legs slowly 4. Deliberately slow down your breathing 5. Take slow deep breaths 6.Try to hold your breath for a few seconds between breaths 7. Any pain or discomfort from cold will pass quickly 8. If help is available wave one hand in the air while floating 9. Don’t try to remove clothing immediately 10. When your breathing settles, swim slowly with the head up and arms in the water. 11. Float on your back if you need to rest or to remove problem clothing 12. Swim to where it is easy to leave the water

K n o w Yo u r R i g h t s Rent a room relief Question: I have retired from work and am planning to rent my spare room to a student lodger to supplement my pension. Will I have to pay tax on the rental income? Answer: If you rent out part of your home as residential accommodation, the income you earn is exempt from tax, provided the total paid by the tenant(s) is not more than €12,000 in a tax year and you satisfy the qualifying conditions. This is called renta-room relief. It applies to accommodation in your home – which can include a self-contained unit such as a basement flat or a converted garage. It does not apply to rooms that are not attached to your home and it does not apply to rent paid by your child. You must live in your home as your sole or main residence during the tax year for which you are claiming the relief and the room(s) must be used as residential accommodation. For example, you can claim the relief if you are renting a room to a student for the academic year, but not if you are taking in short-term guests. If you rent a room in your home, residential tenancies legislation does not apply. So, if you are only renting out a room, you do not have to register as a landlord with the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB), provide a rent book to the tenant or ensure that the accommodation meets any minimum physical standards. However, if you rent out a self-contained unit such as a basement flat, the legislation does apply. The gross income you get cannot be more than €12,000 in a tax year. This includes sums that the tenant pays to you for food, utilities, laundry or similar goods and services. When you are working out whether the gross income is more than this limit, you cannot deduct any costs that you incurred in earning that income. If your income from rent and other services is over the limit, the entire income (not just the amount over the limit) is taxable. If you qualify for rent-a-room relief, the income is not liable to PRSI, the Universal Social Charge or income tax. Claiming rent-a-room relief does not affect your mortgage interest relief or your exemption from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) if you sell your home. You do not have to claim rent-a-room relief as it applies automatically. However, if you are submitting an annual tax return you must record the amount of the exempt income on the return. Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlon Yard, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

Solas Centre Open Day Thursday, 28th July Solas Centre, Waterford City The Solas Team would like to invite members of the public to an Open Day in the Solas Centre, on Thursday, 28th July, from 2.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. Members of the public are invited to come along to view first-hand the beautiful facility they have created and help to sustain through their ongoing generosity. The Open Day will be a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the services offered in the Solas Centre in an informal setting. Come along, enjoy a cup tea or coffee, chat with the Solas team and clients who will be delighted to help you understand the true benefits of our services to those affected by cancer. The Open Day will coincide with the Official Launch of the South East Run & Walk for Life 2016, the launch of our Dungarvan services and will celebrate our 5th Solas Centre Anniversary. All of which will take place in the Solas Centre on the day.

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Comeragh Municipal District Council honours Portlaw Athlete Hayley Fitzsimons at a Cathaoirleach’s Reception last Monday evening. Hayley Fitzsimons, pictured with her three gold medals, receives a framed scroll from Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary, in recognition of her outstanding sporting achievements. Included in the photograph are Hayley’s parents, Mary and John, extended family and friends.

Council honours Portlaw Athlete Hayley Fitzsimons By Paul Mooney A PORTLAW athlete who recently added three gold medals to her collection of national and international sporting achievements was honoured with a reception by Comeragh Municipal District Council last Monday evening. In a ceremony attended by her family, friends, and members of the Comeragh Council, Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary presented Hayley Fitzsimons with a framed scroll and a piece of Waterford Crystal in recognition of her outstanding sporting achievements, particularly for her recent success in winning three gold medals at the International Wheelchair and Amputee Sports Federation Under-23 World Games held in the Czech Republic in early July. Hayley (20) won the shot putt with a throw of 5.60 metres, the javelin with 17.55 metres, and the discus

with 15.30 metres. Earlier in February of this year, Hayley won the Park Hotel February Sports Star Award after she broke her own national record in the F40 Shot Putt, with a throw of 5.22 metres, which took the national title and achieved the A standard qualification for the Paralympic Games. Cllr. O’Leary said Hayley’s international sporting career began in the Czech Republic in 2012, when she took home gold in the javelin and the title of Junior World Champion. “She then travelled to America where she competed at the World Dwarf Games against people of her own stature and went on to win gold in the javelin event, with a new world record and a bronze in the discus,” said Cllr. O’Leary. “Last year was an outstanding year for Hayley she travelled to the Netherlands for the Junior World Championships,

where she won gold in the javelin and shot putt. This success led Hayley to being selected by Paralympics Ireland to represent Ireland and travel to Doha, Qatar, for the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Athletic World Championships. It was here where she set a new Irish record of 5.20 metres in the shot putt and recorded her personal best at the time,” said Cllr. O’Leary. “It is no surprise that all her outstanding results have ranked Hayley 7th in the world and 3rd in Europe something we are all very proud of.” Cllr. O’Leary congratulated Hayley on behalf of the people of Waterford and said she was “an inspiration to all of us”. Cllr. O’Leary said Hayley is aiming to qualify and participate in the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. “We hope to see you there flying the Déise flag,”

said Cllr. O’Leary. He acknowledged the support of Hayley’s family throughout her sporting career, particularly her parents, Mary and John, sister Kelly and a wide circle of friends. “You have made all of them very proud with your achievements,” said Cllr. O’Leary. “On behalf of Comeragh District, we wish you the best with the rest of your studies and in your sporting career. I’m sure we’ll hear more about your achievements long into the future and hopefully we will be celebrating a gold Paralympic medal coming home to Portlaw in the not-too-distant future,” Cllr. O’Leary added. Other Councillors acknowledged the tribute to Hayley. Cllr. Ray Murphy said Hayley’s list of achievements “is just phenomenal” and she is “deserving of the tribute” by the Council. Cllr. Declan Clune com-

Members of Comeragh Municipal District Council at the Cathaoirleach’s Reception to honour Portlaw Athlete Hayley Fitzsimons. Front row, left to right: Cllr. Declan Clune; Hayley Fitzsimons, pictured with her three gold medals, being presented by a framed scroll by Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John O’Leary. Back row, left to right: Eddie Ruane, Meetings Administrator, Waterford City and County Council; Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan; Cllr. Ray Murphy; Cllr. Liam Brazil; Cllr. Seanie Power; and Fergus Galvin, Director of Services, Environment. mended Hayley’s hard work and determination in training and the support of her family. “No-one sees the hard work you put in behind the scenes, and it is appropriate we are honouring you here tonight,” said Cllr. Clune. Cllr. Liam Brazil said it was a great achievement for anyone to win a gold medal and commended Cllr. O’Leary for holding the reception for Hayley. “It is so important for us

CCTV sought at harbours to combat theft of engines and marine equipment A COUNCILLOR has sought CCTV to be installed in harbours along the Waterford coastline after a number of serious thefts of marine equipment. Cllr. Pat Fitzgerald told the July meeting of Waterford City and County Council that there

is a lot of theft of marine equipment and outboard motors from boats in harbours along the coastline. “In the last couple of years, it has become a big problem for small inshore commercial fishermen,” said Cllr. Fitzgerald. “It is also a problem for the tourism / leisure industry, with people launching their boats for

the Summer.Their engines would disappear and many of these engines can be quite valuable - some can cost up to €15,000,” he said. Cllr. Fitzgerald said the theft of outboard engines and marine equipment “seems very well organised” in Waterford and nationally, pointing out that the stolen engines

“never seem to reappear in the Irish market, so they must be going abroad”. Cllr. Fitzgerald said CCTV installed in Dunmore East harbour “has eliminated all theft from the harbour over the past 18 months”. He asked if the Council would consider CCTV in the other harbours along the County Waterford

coastline to help combat theft and protect the fishing industry and tourism. Director of Services, Paul Daly said the Council does not have the resources to install CCTV along all the piers and harbours and then monitor them. “The best we can manage is a light at some of these places,” he said.“After that, it is a Garda matter.”

to acknowledge your achievements,” said Cllr. Brazil. Cllr. Seanie Power said Hayley was a credit to her family and said her achievements were “stunning”. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan said Hayley has gone from strength to strength in her endeavours and has represented with honours her club, county, country and continent. “You are a great role model.You are U-23 World

Champion in three events and you are continually breaking records at such a young age,” said Cllr. O’Ryan. Hayley expressed her thanks to the Council and Councillors for holding the reception and recognising her sporting achievements. She also expressed thanks to her family, friends and people who have supported her all throughout her career, particularly her parents, Mary and John.

Continuous rise in planning By Christy Parker WATERFORD City and County Council received 83 planning applications during June, compared to just 48 for the same month in 2015. County-wide there have been 444 applications lodged to the June 30th, compared to 367 for the same period last year. A breakdown of applications per municipal district

up to June 30th/year so far runs as follows: DungarvanLismore: 31/148; Comeragh: 15/88; Metropolitan: 37/208. Meanwhile the city & county received 264 preplanning applications to June 30th, with 79.5% of them ‘closed’. There were 78 submissions from the Dungarvan-Lismore district, 59 from Comeragh and 127 Metropolitan.

Missing ring buoys to be replaced MISSING ring buoys along the Ann Valley walkway are to be replaced by Waterford Council. At the July meeting of the local authority, Cllr. Joe Conway drew atten-

tion to the missing ring buoys. Director of Services, Paul Daly, said Council staff would check the matter out and have the missing buoys replaced.

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Countdown begins to €3 million August Racing Festival in Tramore €300,000 prizefund for racing August 11th – 14th FOODIES and fashionistas, fanatics of hurling and family fun seekers will delight in this year’s August Racing Festival programme in Tramore, Co. Waterford. The four day long celebration begins on August 11th and is expected to draw over 20,000 to the seaside town this year, generating €3 million plus for the local and regional economy and this year all 28 races are sponsored, ensuring a race prize fund of €300,000 An Artisan food hall, ‘A Taste of Tramore’, has been added to the action-packed festival programme this year and will showcase the many food enterprises in the region throughout the Family Fun Afternoon on the final day of the festival. The four day August festival starts on Thursday evening, August 11th, and is the highlight on the annual calendar at Tramore, one of the country’s most historic racetracks. Up to 100 local people are employed on site throughout the event, according to Racecourse General Manager, Sue Phelan. “The mix of Club Déise on our first evening; the barbecue evening with entertainment the second evening; our House of Waterford Crystal / Redlane.ie Style Evening with Roz Purcell on Saturday and our family fun afternoon on the Sunday, means more and more younger racegoers are flocking to Tramore. “We’re very fortunate to have a very loyal, longstanding following but, for the festival we always see a

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were in front Jockey Jeannie Cook with Sue Phelan Racecourse Manager and Dr. Linsey Mason, Racecourse Doctor. [Patrick Browne] particularly welcome spike in those in the 25-35 age category enjoying racing in Tramore as we prepare to celebrate 104 years of racing by the sea,” Sue said. The August Festival opens with the Déise Evening and seven exciting National Hunt races. The fun continues late into the evening with live music in the Inside Track bar where racegoers are invited to mix and mingle with the county’s hurling heroes and their mentors. “Club Déise have a great evening planned in the Festival Marquee and will be welcoming the senior hurling panel as their guests and Brass & Co will be playing live during the evening. Tickets priced at

€50 are available directly from www.clubdeise.com,” the racecourse general manager added. An evening National Hunt fixture gets underway on Friday, August 12th. The Festival Marquee is definitely the place to be for all the tips from Tramore’s celebrity racing tipsters. Live music continues after racing with music from No Hot Ashes. Waterford & Tramore Chambers are hosting a Summer Networking evening in the Craic at the Track marquee the same evening. More information from www.waterfordchamber.com Last year’s style evening was an eye-popping success and celebrity judge, Roz Purcell, has been given the

tough task of choosing winners this year. Generous prizes are sponsored by the House of Waterford Crystal and Redlane.ie. Over 50 fashionistas will enjoy a complimentary glass of

prosecco in the Festival Marquee before Roz announces the winner before the Sixth race. This year’s festival concludes on Sunday, August 14th, with a competitive National Hunt card starting from 2.20 p.m. for the Family Fun Afternoon. Lots of free entertainment will be provided during the afternoon, including the First Class Castles Marquee with fun and games for children of all ages. The focus on Artisan produce during the Sunday programme will make it an extra special final day, Sue Phelan promised. “This year sees the introduction of the Taste of Tramore Marquee. During the afternoon, racegoers are invited to enjoy cookery demonstrations from Jeni Pim, Jen’s Kitchen and nutrition talks from Helen Byrne, Help2Health. We encourage people to come along and sample locally produced food from the artisan food producers,” she added. For more about tickets and bookings, log on to w w w. t r a m o r e racecourse.com

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Marie Crowley and Noreen O'Shea. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Sally de Bromhead and Anne Keighery. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Barry and Aine Brennan Sponsors, Brennan Pharmacy. Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Jane Quearney and Jennifer Hartley from Red Lane Boutique, Tramore. Patrick Browne]

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were jockeys Paul Power, Jeannie Cook and Wayne Lordan. [Patrick Browne]

Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Caroline Quinlan, Bookmaker & Milliner and Laura Dee of Waterford & Tramore Racecourse. [Patrick Browne]

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Pictured at the launch of the Waterford & Tramore Racecourse August Racing Festival at the House of Waterford Crystal were Sally and Declan Barry. [Patrick Browne]

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GOLF PICTORIAL

Prizewinners in the Ladies Competition at the Gold Coast Golf Club kindly sponsored by Johnny Lynch Fruit & Veg. Seated from left: Eilo Fitzgerald, Lady Captain; Rosemary Murphy, Second; Ger Hallinan, Winner and Ann McGrath, Lady President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Prizewinners in the Ladies Competition at the Gold Coast Golf Club kindly sponsored by Dawn Meats. Seated from left: Eilo Fitzgerald, Lady Captain; Amanda Power and Helen Farrow, winners and Ann McGrath, Lady President. Standing from left: Rosemary Murphy, Ruth Hannigan, Teresa Queally, Mary Kiely and Mary O'Connell. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Open Gents Singles S/F kindly sponsored by Arachas Insurance. Front L-R: Jim Kiersey, Captain; Jake O'Riordan, 1st; Gabriel Leacy, 2nd; Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain. Back L-R: Liam Carroll, President; Michael O'Mahony, 4th; Garry Burke, 3rd; Liam Fitzgerald, 2nd. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Gents Open Singles Stroke Festival Trophy kindly sponsored by Waterford Crystal. Front Row LR: Daniel Raher, 2nd; Jim Walsh, representing sponsor Waterford Crystal; Pat Lynch, accepting first Prize for Ronan Lynch winner; Peter Mullaney, Gross. Back Row L-R: Michael O'Mahony, 3rd; Jim Kiersey, Captain; Liam Carroll, President; Lee Martin, 4th; Victor Mullins, 5th; Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Open Mixed Foursomes kindly sponsored by Moore Financial. Front L-R: Tish Baumann, 1st; Eamonn Moore, Sponsor; Tom Conway 1st. Back L-R: Jim Kiersey, Captain; Christine O'Keeffe, Vice Lady Captain, accepting 3rd Prize for Ann and Pat Stack; Liam Carroll, President and Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain 2nd. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club 2 Person Rumble Kindly sponsored by The Tannery Restaurant. L-R: Ina H Considine and Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain; 2nd Mai O'Brien and Betty O'Brien, 1st. [Pat Crowley]

Dungarvan Golf Club Open Fortnight Open Gents Singles Kindly Sponsored By Thomas Coffey and Son. Front L-R: Sean Power 1st; Noel Coffey, Sponsor; David Regan, 2nd. Back L-R: Jim Kiersey, Captain; Pat Curran, 3rd; Liam Carroll, President; Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain. [Pat Crowley]

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Chamber Race Night at Tramore August Festival WATERFORD Chamber and Tramore Chamber of Tourism and Commerce have joined forces to host a brand new event on Friday, August 12th at the annual Tramore August Racing Festival. The event commences at 4.00 p.m. with live music by jazz

duo Indigo Mood and delicious BBQ chicken and beef blaas will be served with a selection of salads. During the race meet on Friday, August 12th, Henry De Bromhead will be on hand to provide tips for the seven thrilling National Hunt races,

starting from 5.15 p.m. Racing is followed by live music from No Hot Ashes. Commenting on the upcoming event at Tramore Racecourse, CEO of Waterford Chamber Nick Donnelly said, “We are delighted to join with Tramore Chamber in hosting this event at the festival.

The annual racing festival is always a highlight in Waterford’s event calendar and this year during the National Hunt evening fixture, we will faciltate a great networking opportunity. It is set to be a fantastic Summer occasion, all are welcome and hopefully we will continue to

Waterford City and County Council launch the Spick and Span Awards 2016 APPLICATIONS to enter the Waterford City and County Council Spick and Span Awards 2016 are now open. Residents associations and Community groups in local authority housing estates are now invited to register. The judging will take place over the month of August and registration will be open until Tuesday, 2nd August. The Waterford City and County Council Spick and Span Awards is a new competition to acknowledge the selfless work done by individuals, residents associations and communities that go to great lengths to improve and enhance their estates by keeping them clean and well presented. Application forms are available at Waterford City and County Council Customer Service desks at Bailey’s New Street,

Waterford City or the Civic Offices Dungarvan. Alternatively you can register online at waterfordcouncil.ie The Waterford City and County Council Spick and Span Awards categories will be judged on an area basis, with winning entrants from each of the five council administrative areas. This competition will allow active and regenerating communities across the city and county to develop an estate management and environmental programme of work for their estates and to identify goals towards which to aim. The ultimate aim of the competition is to achieve a cleaner, greener environment and attractively presented estates and open areas that will benefit all residents and visitors to their areas.

There are four entrance categories and entries will be categorised by a number of dwellings, larger estates may subdivide into smaller sections and enter in category 4. Category 1 - 0 to 50 houses Category 2 - 51 to 100 houses Category 3 - over 101 houses Category 4 - Section of an estate up to 50 houses Spot check judging will take place throughout the month of August, with a final decision in September 2016. The initiative will be actively supported by Waterford City & County Council, further information on judging criteria and available supports will be supplied to all entrants. www.waterfordcouncil.ie

host this event on an annual basis.” Tickets are €25 each. Advance booking is required as admission is by ticket only. For further details on this event and for tickets contact Jemma at 051-311136 or jemma.archbold@ waterfordchamber.ie

Let Me Dream I hear again old haunting melodies, In the incessant sibilant sighing of the sea, When the evening light is tangled in the trees, ‘Tis then it sings its sweetest songs to me. But I cannot understand the wistful words, That are whispering among mist moistened air, They’re the secret of the little singing birds, That wind; and wing; and wave; forever share. And the rainbow does not now to me reveal, The glory of its colours bright and bold, And its silvered charms the moon from me conceal, And the setting sun now hoards its gleaming gold. As radiant as the rose in Summer blooms, In Winter it will wither and decay, Its narcotic fragrance now no heart illuminates, Its lustre with the Summer fades away. Where once the wavelets sparkled in the bay, Their silver sheen has dried to dusty gold, And times ebbing tide stole all my songs away, Now evening comes, and I am growing old. Yet, do not quench awhile the flickering fire, But let me lay where broken billows gleam, And listen to last songs of hearts desire, And for awhile in nearly darkness let me dream.

Mayor of Waterford City and County Council Cllr. Adam Wyse.

JOHN DALY

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

Get a life! Shoddy treatment! WE are by nature a fairly pet-loving country and the vast majority of people treat their animals kindly. Many people assist in animal rescue and contribute to the funds of organisations like ISPCA. Naturally there is a tiny minority, very often in cities, who mistreat animals in a most disgraceful and inhumane fashion and, when they find themselves before the courts, not near as many as should, they generally get the treatment they deserve. All of that being a foreword to a story which made headlines last week. A pigeon found its way into the main foyer of Cork Courthouse and occupied the dome. With a great deal of flapping about, and with the pigeon impervious to inducements, the Court authorities decided to bring in an animal control expert much to the annoyance of the Animal Rights Network. That avenue also proved unsuccessful as the expert was unable to induce the pigeon to surrender. The bird was as high as sixty feet up, so trapping was out of the question, at least without a hoist. That may have proved difficult to get in the doors, and would be an upset, a possible danger and annoyance to those who were involved in court proceedings. That as well as being ineffective to chase the bird around the dome at what is a significant height, probably representing at least six

storeys. So, plan B was invoked, which involved shooting the bird which was probably the wrong plan. Why a sleeping agent dart was not deployed no one has said. This would have been the humane course of action. Instead, the bird was shot dead with a pellet gun, not the worst way to go, but probably unnecessary. This was enough to have animal rights activists in a flap, foaming at the mouth and incandescent with rage at the loss of the bird and they played the story for what it was worth, mounting high horses, taking over the moral high ground and generally adopting a rather unreasonable stance. Heaven only knows how many people were killed, maimed and made orphans in the Middle East last week. There were shootings in Germany, and France, bomb attacks and airstrikes which killed civilians in Syria and mass shootings in America. Not sure if I heard any protests or words of sympathy from the Animal Rights people of Cork. Let’s get the priorities in order folks and somewhere near the end of the day, or the week, or the year we can properly mourn a pigeon which might just have been treated insensitively and unfairly. Get a life!

Council receives 84 housing applications for Dungarvan/ Lismore District at half-way mark for 2016 By Christy Parker WATERFORD City & County Council received 18 housing applications in June 2016, for the Dungarvan-Lismore district, two more than for the same period in 2015. It brings the total of applications in the region at the half way mark for 2016 to 84. Five of June’s applications have been approved and 11 validated. A total of 32 applications have been approved so far in 2016, with 52 validated. The Dungarvan-Lismore municipal district was allocated two new tenancies in June, bringing the number allocated in 2016 to 18, which is already three times the total for 2015. There have been three refusals registered this year. At present there are 978 council housing units in the Dungar van-Lismore municipal district, of which 17 have been refurbished this year. Repairs have been completed on one house this year while two repairs are ongoing and two more are

out to tender. Meantime there have been 111 housing maintenance requests in the region this year, of which 82 have been “resolved” and 20 remain “open.” PROJECT UPDATES In other housing matters, work is expected to start on the old cinema complex in Dungarvan in September, while tender documents have been completed and are set to be published on E-tender in regard to a scheme at Barrack Street, Cappoquin. The council is in the process of appointing an architect-led design team for a development at Tallow’s Alms houses, which is set to commence on late August/early September. A scheme due to begin at Ballinroad has been referred to the Dept. of Environment for stage approval, prior to being brought to a DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting for approval in advance of public consultation. SAVING ENERGY In energy efficiency news, the council expects a

small number of houses not yet to have had the 100% gover nment-funded “energy retrofit works” conducted, to have done so by the end of 2016. However the council was unsuccessful in its application for the 75% grantaided SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) in retrospect of projects at Caseyville and Keating Street, Dungarvan, but intends to continue to seek funding. HOUSE ADAPTION SCHEMES Finally, the council conducted housing adaptation works cost €23,803 in June, to bring its total for such works to €75,780 this year, across 15 projects. The latest expenditures comprise two applications totalling €9,927 under the Mobility Aids Scheme (max available per project €6,000) and two applications totalling €13,876 under the Housing Aid for Older People Scheme (max available per project €8,000). Figures courtesy of Waterford City & Council Housing sector.

THE common perception just now is that insurance companies will try everything and anything to wriggle out of a legitimate claim. With insurance premiums at an all time high for all types of policies, it appears that some companies wish only to take in money and pay out even less than the minimum for which they are liable. Car insurance is going through the roof with the courts blamed for making unnecessarily high awards in personal injuries cases, but all premiums seem to be on an upward climb. Likewise, the number of cases where home insurance policies are not being honoured seems to be on the rise. One seemingly unreasonable case was aired on Joe Duffy’s ‘Liveline’ on RTE this week. According to a report in the Irish Independent on Monday, a woman whose husband is in prison in the UK has had her insurance policy revoked after she failed to disclose his existence to the insurance company. The report says that Tom Finn from Wexford was speaking to Radio One's Liveline about his daughterin-law, Betty’s problem with her insurance policy. It appears that following water damage to Betty’s home, she attempted to make a claim on her insurance policy. However, Tom explained the insurance company refused to pay out on the claim, saying Betty had failed to disclose that there was someone with a criminal record living in her home. Tom told the show that his son, James, was currently in prison in the UK and had been there for three years. He added that James will be in the prison for another four to five years. The Wexford man explained to Joe Duffy that the

insurance policy was taken out in February this year and that at that time there was no one – and continues to be no one – with a criminal record living in the house. The policy claim arose after a water tank in the house became dislodged and the resultant water leak damaged ceilings, floors and walls. Tom said Betty currently lives with one of her sons, while her other two sons are living away from the home. He explained: “On the form she filled in she had to say who was living in the house at that time.” “She wasn’t asked [if her husband was in prison]”. He added: “They accepted her money … and the minute she puts in a claim they come along with this story.” He also said that only Betty’s name appears on the insurance policy for the home. Tom said a cheque for the original amount paid for the policy was returned to the family and that they sent it back to the insurer. He said the insurance company then sent the cheque a second time and the family handed it over to their solicitor for the time being. He said in her current financial position Betty would be happy just to have the money to get the ceilings in the house repaired before Winter. At first glance, and for a long time afterwards, this seems like shoddy treatment and, if true, many people will worry that their cover might be withdrawn or not faithfully honoured in the future. On this occasion, the ‘victim’ is a vulnerable woman and people must wonder if anyone can be guaranteed that their insurance company will stand by them when needed. It looks as if many people are at risk, a risk created by the company!

Grattan Square work update AT every opportunity the Chamber has strongly communicated how the phasing of works, the delays incurred and the mismanagement of the project are impacting on business and footfall. As we see it, the source of all these issues is the poor management by the 'Client' (Smarter Travel). Following requests by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber, Paul Daly, Director of Services with Waterford City & County Council has agreed to get involved in the Smarter Travel project. We expect Paul’s input and oversight will accelerate the project and also contain the number of work areas allowed be open in tandem. We expect Paul’s influence over the perception regarding accessibility of each street off Grattan Square, which has been negative up to now, will be favourable to the general public, shoppers and traders. Some background regarding Public Procurement Contracts: The contract between the Client (Smarter Travel) and the contractor (Wills Brothers) is a generic contract the Council had to take from Central Government. The Client

informs us that they have very few cards to play other than remove the contractors from the job entirely. According to public procurement rules, the lowest tender must be accepted regardless of the prior history or reputation of the tendering company – any deviation from these rules leaves the public client open to a potential lawsuit. The Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber is preparing for a minimum completion date of end of 2016 based on current pace. As per meeting this week proposed completion dates are as follows: Section 3B (Ormond’s to Shalloe's Corner) footpaths outside the businesses to be finished, approx. completion date week 25th – 29th July. Section 9B - Main Street the section from Murray’s Pharmacy to the Ulster Bank is expected to be completed Friday, 29th July. Work will flip on Tuesday, 2nd August, to the Shalloe's Corner - Raj Balti House side of Main Street. The Contractors Wills Brothers has advised this will take 3 weeks plus one additional one for the footpath (Approx. 30 Aug completion). This time frame,

although appealing, is highly optimistic and unlikely to be met. O’Connell Street Corner – The footpath is finally open between Better Finances – Rossiter Butchers. The contactors have now started work on the road section of this area. The flow of traffic is only down O’Connell Street towards Grattan Square not the opposite way. Contractors Wills Brothers say it will take 4 weeks and 1 day to complete – again highly optimistic. Completion date approx. 23rd August. The Pedestrian Crossing from in front of the BOI to the centre of Grattan Square is under construction, is a week passed its deadline and will be finished by Wednesday, 27th July. Work will then continue down in this centre area in the Mary Street direction which will finish opposite William’s Hair Salon on 10th August. Mary Street – Work on Mary Street is a long way down the line. Many businesses and general public are unsure about that work that is planned; there will be a pedestrian access built from Scanlon’s Yard Car Park to the opposite side of

the road (Shaws).The pavement on Specsavers side of the street will be extended and kerbing will be added to both sides of the street. Having been promised for a period of time that work would continue on Saturdays, the paving company sub contracted currently employed refuse to comply with this, no pavers will work Saturdays. The Chamber has asked Wills Brothers to refrain from taking up parking spaces with their work vehicles – they have agreed to do this. This week the contractors have again promised more signage to indicate: • What direction the traffic is going • Business as usual • Exit/Entry for cars at The Wine Buff At a meeting this week Paul Daly (Director of Services) emphasised the issues of perception and the look of the place to contractors and he seems as concerned as the Chamber is about both. Wills Brothers Construction Business Liaison Person is the Foreman Jim Gilbert. Smarter Travel Engineer is Jimmy Mansfield 0761102020.

IN MEMORIAM

In Memoriam

KIELY (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Maurice Kiely, late of Kiely’s Bar, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, who died on 29th July, 2015. R.I.P. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. There is a corner in our hearts, You visit every day, And this let’s us know, You are never far away.

–Sadly missed by your brother Joe; sister-in-law Sonya and your loving mother Sally.

LYNCH (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather Patrick J. (Paddy) Lynch, late of ‘Tara,’ Tournore, Dungarvan, who died on 29th July, 2003. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 31st July, at 10.00 a.m., in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad. God grant me the serenity, To accept the things I cannot change … Courage to change the things I can, And wisdom to know the difference.

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

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SUMMER BRIDGE CLUB (20/7/2016) – 1st Mary Mitchell & Aida O'Neill; Joint 2nd Ann Moran & Walter Murphy; Sheila Lane & Ann McGrath; Joint 4th Ann M. Fitzgerald & Sheila Towey; Mary Dee & Cora Queally. AFFANE SUMMER BRIDGE – 1st Andrew McGrath & Una Mason; 2nd Helen Russell & Maureen O'Neill; 3rd Eileen Harty & Marjorie O'Brien; 4th Nellie Moloney & Margaret Clancy; 5th Kathleen McGrath & Consie Christopher. The person who doesn’t advertise knows what they’re doing – but no one else does! Call … 058-41205/42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie

MORAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday, And days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, All I have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, With which I will never part, God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart.

A lot in life has altered, A lot in life is new, But the things that never alter, Are memories of you. It isn’t what we write, It isn’t what we say, It’s how we feel inside, When we think of you today.

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

CURRAN (15th anniversary) – Birthday rememberance for Ned Curran, later of 22 Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas, whose birthday is on 24th July. Death leaves a heartache, No one can heel, Love leaves a memory, No one can steal.

–Sadly missed by his sister Helen and brother-in-law Gerry.

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MORAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011. Look around your garden Lord, For an Angel with a smile, She won’t be hard to recognise, She must stand out a mile. So put your arms around her Lord, And kiss her smiling face, For she is very special, And can never be replaced.

MURPHY (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of Sylvia Murphy, late of 36 Springfield, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd July, 2010. R.I.P. You are always in my heart, In every single thing I do, you still play a part, When I have to make decisions, And I don’t know what to do, Once again my mind I find, Will go right back to you. I think of how you would smile, And the words that you would say, And I know that you are helping me, Every step along the way.

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

–From your heartbroken husband John Paul, XOXO. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 31st July in Abbeyside Church at 9.30 a.m.

MORAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

We pray and talk about you every day.

–Always remembered, never forgotten, Rose and Ken, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchild, nieces and special friends.

MORAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011.

Birthday Remembrance

KIRWAN (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Kirwan, late of Ballagoula, Kilrossanty, whose Anniversary occurs on 10th July.

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If only we could meet you, Just for a little while, To tell you how much we miss you, Just to see you smile. To put our arms around you, But this we cannot do, So until we meet again, May God take care of you.

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

MURPHY (6th anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear daughter Sylvia Murphy, late of 36 Springfield, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd July, 2010. R.I.P. I know all my life I’ll miss you, For you meant the world to me, I have such precious memories, That others cannot see. They are mine to keep forever, From which I will never part, I’ll hold them close to me, Locked within my heart. I know one day I’ll find you, And all the hurt will go, I’ll put my arms around you Sylvia, And say I’ve missed you so.

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THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail. G.

And when the stream that overflows has passed, A consciousness remains upon the silent shore of memory; Images and precious thoughts shall be, And cannot be destroyed. William Wordsworth, from ‘The Excursion.’

SCANLAN (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of Ellen Scanlan, late of Ballinwillin, Lismore, who died on 26th July, 2005. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated at 11.30 a.m. in St. Mary’s Parish Church, Cappoquin, on Sunday, 7th August. As each day dawns, We think of you, As each night falls, We pray for you. And throughout our lives, No matter where, In our hearts, You are always there.

WALSH (11th anniversary) – In loving memory of Paul Walsh, late of 2 Doirebeg, O’Connell Street, Dungarvan, who died on 2nd August, 2005. R.I.P. We never part from those we love, Though distance can divide us, With memories dear and love sincere, You will always walk beside us.

–Always remembered by Brigid, Christopher and Katherine.

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

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–Deeply missed by your mam Rita.

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–Always loved and remembered by Mam and Dad.

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NUGENT – Birthday remembrance of Bridget and James Nugent, late of Ballytrisnane, Old Parish, whose birthdays occur on 1st and 4th August.

MORAN (5th anniversary) – In loving memory of Mary Moran (nee Franklin), late of 16 Danforth Close, Southways, Abbeyside, who passed away on 30th July, 2011. A heart of gold, A life so true, Loved and remembered, By all she knew. Always willing, Helpful and kind, What beautiful memories, She left behind.

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

DIABETES SCREENING POWER (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather Joe Power, late of Ashley Court, Lismore, and Modeligo, who died on 5th August, 2015. –So dearly loved and missed by your loving wife Cissie; son Liam; daughter Pat; grandchildren and extended family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Modeligo Church on Sunday, 7th August, at 10.00 a.m.

Dungarvan Agricultural Show Thursday, 28th July, 2016 10.30 am. to 5.00 p.m. This is a FREE, QUICK AND EASY Service Equipment sponsored by Kelly’s Pharmacy, High Street, Dungarvan

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PLASTERERS REQUIRED FOR DUNGARVAN / WATERFORD AREA – Safe Pass required. Reply with CV or con(29-7) tact details to plasteringjob@outlook.com WANTED – Energetic and responsible person to collect child from school and mind in the child’s own home. Hours from 2.00 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. four or five days a week. An interest in outdoor play or walks would be great. Full clean drivers’ license and character reference essential. Apply in writing giving a description of general interests and experience. All applications will be replied to. Area: Kilmeaden / Kilmacthomas. Replies in writing to PO Box (29-7) No. 5579. CHILDMINDER – required to mind three kids 5, 3 and 16 months. School and preschool drop off/collection in Coolnasmear. Two days a week. Days change weekly and accomodate shift work. Phone 087-9577723. CHILDMINDER REQUIRED TO MIND IN CHILDRENS' OWN HOME IN ABBEYSIDE – 2 days per week (Monday and Tuesday, but some flexibility required). 6.00 a.m. to 9.00 a.m. then after school till 8.30 p.m. Outside school time help is still required. Kids aged 8, 9 and 11 years. Car will be required as there may be after school activities. References essential. Contact 087-2514057. EXPERIENCED MACHINERY OPERATOR WANTED – For second cut Silage and Grain Harvest. Contact: (083) (5-8) 8119043. CHILDMINDER REQUIRED FOR 3 CHILDREN – Aged 5, 3 and 1. Two days per week. Stradbally / Faha area. Own (5-8) car essential. Phone: Elaine (087) 7703711.

Service Engineer (Munster Region) We are currently seeking ambitious and personable candidates to serve as Pest Control Technicians. You will make service calls to business customers and apply anti-pest treatments as outlined in job orders. In addition, you will identify opportunities to up-sell additional products and services – and receive additional commission income for doing so. Main Responsibilities: • Deliver a quality inspection and treatment service to exceed customer expectation and specification. • Provide customers with written evidence of service delivered and advice for maintaining pest free conditions. • Up sell Comserv’s products and services and/or refer sales enquiries for leads to Account Executives. • Apply pesticides in accordance with label recommendations and comply with relevant legislation. • Plan works routes efficiently and productively and achieve 100% state of service. • Accurately submit reports and other related paperwork as required at specified time intervals. • Manage a territorial area and all customer contained within it. Qualifications: • Strong planning, organisational and prioritisation skills • Proactive, analytical, logical and disciplined approach to problem solving • Self-motivated and ability to work unsupervised on own initiative • Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to converse at all levels • Good English language skills – both verbal and literate (additional language knowledge beneficial) • Flexible, as the job may require travel and additional working hours • A Full Irish driving license with less than 4 points • Previous pest control experience is desirable but not essential

Please submit your interest to info@comserv.ie Comserv ICM Ltd Unit 1& 2, Shanbally, Ring, Dungarvan, Co Waterford www.comserv.ie info@comserv.ie 1890 100 365

have vacancies for:

Full Time Position Job details: • Installation of cleanroom partition walls and ceilings, and all fixtures and accessories within. • Opportunities to travel within Ireland and abroad. Applicants must have: • A construction background such as carpenter etc. • A valid Safe pass and Manual Handling pass. • Applicant must be MEWP trained.

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 20th and Sunday 21st August, 2016 during the times speciﬁed below to facilitate the Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford Cycle. Roads to be Closed: Road(s) to be closed

Date

Time

• The Causeway, Abbeyside, Dungarvan from the junction of Devonshire Br/Davitt’s Quay to junction of Strandside/Sexton Street. • Strandside South from the junction of Strandside North/ Sexton St to junction of Home Rule St/Sarsﬁeld St.

Saturday 20th August 2016

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• Sexton Street, Abbeyside from junction of Strandside/ The Causeway to junction of Clonea Rd/Coolagh Rd • Coolagh Rd, Abbeyside from the junction of Sexton St/ Clonea Rd to Coolagh Rd Roundabout (N25) • Clonea Rd-R675 from junction of Sexton St/Coolagh Rd to junction with L3011 (Ballinroad Roundabout)

Saturday 20th August 2016

11a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• L-3009 (Gold Coast Road) from junction with R675 (Barnawee Br) to junction with L-7010. • L-7010 from junction with L-3009 to Ballinacourty (Lighthouse)

Saturday 20th August 2016

11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• L-2017-46 from junction with L-2012-89 (Mountrivers near Dromana Bridge) to junction with N72 (Bleanahoura near Richmond House)

Sunday 21st August 2016

10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• R911 Youghal Road, Dungarvan from junction of Collins Road including Rice’s Street, Mitchell Street, Emmett Terrace and New Chapel Street (Boreenatra). • Mary Street, Dungarvan from junction of Mitchell Street/ Emmett Street to junction of O’Connell St/Main St.

Sunday 21st August 2016

11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

TRUCK DRIVER WANTED Rigid Truck Driver required for busy Fuel & Builders Providers in Tramore, Co.Waterford

Munster Cleanrooms Ltd.

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2016 Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair Bigger and better with something for all the family CAMPHIRE formally launched the 2016 Camphire International Horse Trials CIC & Country Fair which takes place on the Bank Holiday weekend from Thursday, 28th July to Sunday, 31st July. The historic and picturesque grounds of the Camphire Estate and the Browne family farm located on the banks of the Blackwater River in County Waterford makes this an idyllic setting and location less than one hour from Cork and Waterford cities. Camphire runs seven International eventing classes, as well as two young potential event horse classes and this year features the GAIN/Alltech CIC showcase classes. This year more than 300 horses are registered to compete, including over 100 from abroad, representing some of the best riders and horses from 10 nations. Paul Brady, Event Organ-

Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair. Pictured at Camphire, Cappoquin, are Esther Barron, Barron's Bakery; Eamonn Lonergan, Knockanore Farmhouse Cheese; Marie Brown, Land Owner, and Tomas Baldwin, Baldwin's Farmhouse Ice Cream. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images] iser said, “This is the seventh year of the Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair and it continues to grow from strength to strength, recognised Internationally as one of Ireland’s leading events, attracting competitors, horse enthusiasts and visitors from home and abroad to the show

jumping, dressage and challenging cross country course. It takes huge cost and support in order to be able to run an International event such as this and our thanks to our main sponsors GAIN Horse Feeds and Alltech along with Castleacre Insurance, Landrover/Auto-

Camphire GAIN Dog Show partnering this year with My Canine Companion ONE of the highlights of this year’s Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair which takes place on the Bank Holiday weekend on the Camphire Estate, Cappoquin, County Waterford is the GAIN sponsored Dog Show. This year GAIN Pet Food have partnered with the My Canine Companion which provides highly trained and skilled service dogs to people with disabilities, particularly Autism. My Canine Companion trains dogs to assist children and young adults

living with Autism. They are committed to training the dogs to the highest level so that these dogs become a companion and support to both children and adults with autism helping them gain independence, companionship and safety through the provision of highly trained and skilled Service Dogs. As a small organisation, My Canine Companion provides an outstanding, customised and individualised service which meets the needs of each individual

Provisional classes • Best Crossbreed/any size • Best Purebreed/any size • Best Rescue Dog • Any Dog that has come from an Animal Shelter • Most Handsome Dog • Prettiest Bitch • Waggiest Tail, Best Trick • Best 6 Legs (Adults Only) • Best Junior Handler Under 14 Years) • Dog the Judge Would Most Like to Take Home Look forward to seeing you on the day.

client. Their Service Dogs are fully trained to the standard of Assistance Dogs Europe, (ADEu). Each Service Dog costs the charity just over €10,000 to train. The period of training covers the two years from birth right through to graduation as a Service Dog. These Service Dogs make dramatic differences’ in the quality of life for children and adults with Autism and their families. The GAIN Dog Show which takes place at 1.30 p.m. in Camphire on Sunday, 31st July, with a variety of classes should once again prove a huge hit for all the family showcasing all breeds, shapes and sizes. All prizes are sponsored by GAIN Pet Food so all money raised from the show goes directly to this very worthy cause Service Dogs will be making a special ‘VIP’ appearance on the day showcasing the great work they do. Registration will take place on the day and entry fee is €4 per class.

Boland and Bucas.We would also like to thank Waterford City and County Council, Waterford Leader, Horse Sport Ireland and Eventing Ireland for their continued support and contribution for the event. In particular, I want to thank our landowners the Wilks family of Camphire

Estate and the Browne family for this spectacular venue, and also the wider local community as without their support and help this event would not be possible to run. Camphire has much more to offer visitors than just horses and world class equestrianism with the added attraction of the Country Fair and Shopping Village with craft and artisan food stalls containing products produced locally and here in Ireland. The “Birds of Prey” display is also sure to draw huge attention and is a must for anyone who has never seen such a display. The ever popular GAIN sponsored Dog Show with a variety of classes should once again prove a huge hit for all the family showcasing all breeds, shapes and sizes. This year GAIN Pet Food have partnered with the National charity My Canine Companion that provides highly trained and skilled service

dogs to people with disabilities, particularly Autism. All prizes are sponsored by GAIN Pet Food so all money raised from the show goes directly to this very worthy charity.” Speaking at the event on behalf of sponsors, Michael Philips, Business Development Manager with GAIN Horse Feeds added, “GAIN are delighted once again to partner with Alltech in sponsoring the featured Camphire CIC class. Many of our customers are very involved in Eventing and we feel that this collaboration with Camphire reinforces our commitment to this equestrian sector. We wish all competitors the very best of luck with this event and also for the remainder of the 2016 season”. Also at the launch Holly Geraghty, Marketing Coordinator, Alltech said, “Alltech is delighted to be partnering with GAIN Horse Feeds once again to

sponsor the GAIN/Alltech CIC at Camphire this year. Alltech’s range of nutritional ingredients have been included in GAIN Horse Feeds for over 30 years so this sponsorship showcases our partnership and continues our support of the equine industry. Camphire is a fantastic event in a unique setting and we are really looking forward to it.” 2016 again sees bumper entries with over 300 International competitors, including riders from Great Britain, USA, Australia, New Zealand and Ireland and great tribute goes to Paul and Allen Brady for the attention and detail put into this event which it has to be remembered takes place on two working farms which have cattle on it for most of the year. Credit also to cross-country course designer Mike-EtheringtonSmith, who regularly designs at CCI 4 level for events

such as the Olympics and the World Equestrian Games. He designed the course with the aim of giving horses and riders a positive experience in the lead up to the Autumn 3 Day Events as well as to build confidence in those stepping up to the level. Michael Walsh, Waterford City & County Manager, said, “Camphire International Horse Trials and Country Fair is one of the showcase events for Ireland’s equestrian tourism attracting the very best in local, national and international equestrianism. It gives us in Waterford and Ireland the opportunity to show that we can successfully host and compete in major sporting events and provide a memorable experience for both participants and spectators alike to ensure that visitors return time and time again and is a huge tourism boost to the West Waterford.”

Camphire Estate is located just ten minutes from Cappoquin, Lismore and Tallow and less than an hour from Cork and Waterford city making this venue the

ideal location for the surrounding region. Admission is €15 per car. For further information visit: www.camphirehorsetrials.com

Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair. Pictured at Camphire, Cappoquin, Co. Waterford are representatives of the main sponsors of Camphire 2016, Holly Geraghty, Alltech and Mike Philips, Gain Horse Feeds, with Allen Brady, Event Organiser and Fraser Duffy, Fernhill Sportshorses. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair. Pictured at Camphire, Cappoquin ahead of next weekend's event are Marie Brown, Land Owner and Fraser Duffy, Fernhill Sportshorses. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

GAIN Dog Show Sunday, 31st July at 1.30 p.m.

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Camphire International Horse Trials & Country Fair. Pictured at Camphire, Cappoquin, are Marie Brown, Land Owner; Martina McGrath, Dog Owner and Sarah Judge, GAIN. The GAIN Dog Show will take place on Sunday afternoon at Camphire. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

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Dungarvan Lions Club

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

Bake Sale in Old Parish BAKE Sale in aid of ATAXIA IRELAND will take place on Sunday, 14th August, at 11.00 a.m. in Halla Colman, Old Parish, Dungarvan, Co.Waterford. For details, donations or offers of baking please contact Caroline on 085 2715743.

Aglish Community Centre AGLISH Community Centre will hold their A.G.M. on Wednesday, 3rd August at 8.30 p.m. All are welcome. Thanks to all who supported our fundraising Family Walk last Friday evening. Big thanks to all the Marshalls who helped and also the girls who looked after the kitchen and kept us going on tea and cakes. Special thanks to our sponsors: Austin Hally Driving School (087-6664271); Blackwater Agri Sales and Services (087-7966241); Cotter Agri Contractors Limited (087-6227677); East Cork Oil (024-96222); Geraldines G.A.A.; Glam Hair (0876046413); Hurley’s Shop (024-96359); Lidl Ireland; Maureen's Bar Aglish. Well done to Annie Tobin and her elves Elaine and Morgan for running a very successful Art workshop for the children of the community.

Brideview Drama’s hit musical ‘The 1916 Seven’ has been released on DVD THE DVD’s are €10 each and are available in the following shops in Tallow: Forde’s Spar, Keniry’s Centra, Daybreak and Bart O’Donoghue’s butchers. The show was the talk of the town and beyond, following its week long run at the end of May in Tallow Community Centre. All the cast and crew enjoyed every minute and Brideview Drama would like to thank the wonderful audiences, sponsors. helpers and exhibitors each night. The 1916 Commemorative Musical, which received grant aid from Waterford Council and the Ireland 1916/2016 initiative was described by hundreds as poignant, moving, informative, incredibly entertaining and a very special production. Congratulations to all involved especially Jack Aherne, Emily Aherne and Mairead Cullinane.

Waterford Airport Coast Guard Helicopter flies three emergency missions MANAGEMENT at Waterford Airport has paid tribute to its employees who supported no fewer than three launches in the past 24 hours of the Coast Guard helicopter on essential emergency and lifesaving missions. “Waterford is the second busiest search-and-rescue (SAR) base in Ireland, and the fire officers and others who report for duty as normal during the current industrial dispute continue to provide a vital public service for the whole community and for the entire South East region,” said a spokesperson. “We understand that it is difficult for our employees who are coming to work in the current circumstances.They are due a great debt of gratitude by the public for supporting the Coast Guard emergency services based at the airport,” added the spokesperson.

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Jack, Daniel, Dermot and Adam Casey. [John Power]

DIABETES SCREENING AT THE SHOW Once again this year, Dungarvan Lions Club, kindly assisted by volunteer nurses, are providing a Diabetes Screening service for hundreds of those attending the annual Agricultural Show. In 2015 in excess of 200 were tested with a number of them being referred to their GP. SOME FACTS ABOUT DIABETES There are almost 250,000 people in Ireland with Type 2 Diabetes, while a similar number are believed to have the condition but have not been diagnosed. In addition, a further 250,000 have impaired glucose tolerance or “pre-diabetes”, with 50% of them expected to develop diabetes in the next five years.That is a staggering 375,000 of the population who are unaware that they either have the disease or are vulnerable to it in the near future. In Waterford there are almost 6,000 diagnosed with the condition which is costing €18m in our county alone. Based on the figures quoted above, there are another 9,000 citizens in Waterford who may have diabetes without knowing it or are likely to develop it at some point. Would you not like to know? THE TESTING PROCESS The test takes a matter of seconds and involves a slight pin prick to take a tiny sample of blood. It is carried out in a confidential manner and the results are known only to the person being tested.Where the reading is at a certain level the individual will be encouraged to visit their GP for further examination. INVITATION Lions Club members are inviting the public to avail of this service, which is Free, Quick and Easy. It is carried out by qualified nurses with equipment provided by Kelly’s Pharmacy, High Street. Please do seek out the Lions tent at the Show.

Trad Gig with Four Winds at The Local DEEPLY rooted in the tradition, FourWinds produce an exciting landscape of tunes and lyrics that present Irish traditional music in a modern and creative context. Their influences include Begley and Cooney, The Bothy Band, Planxty, Brady and Irvine, Moving Hearts, Pink Floyd and even Elvis. This energetic quartet delivers a truly unique musical experience. The band has just been awarded the prestigious Danny Kyle Award, presented by the Celtic Connections festival board in recognition of outstanding emerging talent in Celtic music. FourWinds has also been chosen as one of three finalists in the Rising Stars Competition, held by The Gathering in Killarney, Ireland. The band has performed as FourWinds since 2013 however Daoiri, Tom, Caroline and Robbie have toured extensively throughout Europe, Canada and America in both solo and group contexts (The Daoiri Farrell Band, Solid Clarity and Tom Delany and Caroline Keane duo) for many years, having shared

stages with such renowned musicians as Paddy Keenan, The Chieftains, Tommy O'Sullivan, De Temps Antan, FullSet, Muireann NicAmhlaoibh, Karen Tweed and many more. All four members have received awards at national level, Daoiri and Robbie having claimed the coveted AllIreland titles at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. Daoiri's debut solo album 'The First Turn' received critical acclaim in 2010, while Tom and Caroline's debut 'Framework' was featured in Tradconnect’s top selling list. The members also feature frequently on many mainstream Irish television channels, including RTÉ, TV3 and the Gaelic language television channel TG4. FourWinds have just released their debut album, “FourWinds” and are looking forward to a long Spring/Summer of performances around Ireland, Canada and Europe, including Brittany, France, and The U.K. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER PROFILES Daoiri Farrell (Vocals & bouzouki) Daoiri's versatile reper-

toire consists of Irish traditional songs, humorous ballads, songs of exile, popular contemporary songs and much more, with a particular ‘grá’ for uncovering much less well known songs. Caroline Keane (Concertina & whistles) From a young age, Caroline was exposed to the richness of West Limerick and Sliabh Luachra traditional music, an influence which has become the cornerstone of

her uniquely vibrant, passionate and emotive style of concertina playing. Robbie Walsh (Bodhrán, percussions & backing vocals) Robbie is a bodhrán player hailing from Dublin. He won the All-Ireland bodhrán title in 2008 were he then went on to become a Full time musician. The art of the drum was passed on by his uncle. His powerful modern style is one of the foundations of the sound of the band.

Tom Delany (Uilleann pipes & whistles) With an Irish father and French mother,Tom gained his musicality through osmosis, born and raised in a rich environment of Irish music. Inspired by the travelling style of piping, his rhythmic playing is powerful and daring. Trad Gig with FourWinds at The Local, Grattan Square, Dungarvan, on Saturday, 30th July. Not to be missed!

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Bonmahon EDITH COLLIER'S BUNMAHON HERITAGE SOCIETY Congratulations to Martin Fahy and Teresa Hayes who won first prize at Edith Collier's Gala Weekend in Bunmahon costume competition! The ladies first prize was sponsored by Kneisel Jewellers Waterford and the gentlemen's prize was sponsored by Dapper Street Barbers Tramore. 17 people entered

the competition which was judged by Helen Gordon and Margaret Benson, both nieces of Edith Collier, we were thrilled that Helen and Margaret made the journey from New Zealand to join us! Edith's nephew Gordon Collier and grand nephew Angus Gordon also made the journey. STRADBALLY SOCCER CLUB OPEN NIGHT Stradbally Soccer Club

will hold an Underage Open Night on Tuesday, August 2nd. This is mainly for players born in 2003 or 2004 or 2005. New faces (as well as parents) are always more than welcome, this evening is really just to see what kind of numbers we will have for next season. For further details, please contact Diarmuid at 0879774553. FILM AND ANIMATION CAMP

Great fun during the recent Film & Animation Camp at The Art Hand.

AT THE ART HAND Well done to the boys and girls who worked really hard (and had lots of fun) during the recent Film & Animation Camp – a total of three pieces of film were produced from scratch during this fantastically creative workshop – well done to Sean and Miranda Corcoran and Angela Mulcahy who brought all the creative and technical talents together! KILL & BONMAHON CARDIAC FIRST RESPONSE GROUP Following the merger of the two CFR Groups, now is an excellent time for anyone interested in getting involved and trained up in Cardiac First Response. No experience or fixed hours of availability are required to become a responder. Full training will be provided. If you would like to find out more, please contact us on 087-6646824. BONMAHON COMMUNITY SOCIETY LOTTO The numbers drawn last week were 1, 3, 4 and 22. We had no jackpot winners but 4 who came close matching 3 numbers and winning €25 each. Well done Billy Fleming, Aoife Mooney, Brian Fleming and Helen & Paddy Harris.This week's jackpot stands at €5,900. Thank you all for your ongoing support.

Kill LOCAL group Dunaill, return to The Coastguard Centre, Tramore this Friday, 29th July at 8.00 p.m. for a performance of folk music from many countries, including some self-penned songs. This concert is the last one before Dunaill head to Newfoundland, Canada on a 10 day tour. Tickets are available from the Coastguard Centre on the night or call us on 051-391656. KILL ACTION & ALERT GROUP Well done to all the volunteers who turned up last week for a clean up. The flowers baskets around the village are looking absolutely stunning, well done! KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Our Bottle Bank is available for public use here at Kill Community Centre. The hall is now available for hire for birthday parties and any other occasions. Please contact the office for more details. BIRTHDAY WISHES Huge congratulations to Maria Mooney, Catherine Stevens, Mary Kennedy and Gabrielle Power who all celebrated their birthdays last week – we hope you had great celebrations Ladies!

A spot of fishing at Dunabrattin Head.

Irish Red Cross Portlaw Branch WELL done to all the recipients of certificates of all ages and across all levels at our presentation night last week. A big thank you to all the guests and guest speakers who attended the evening and for the wonderfully kind words. Congratulations to Jon Doyle who was promoted to Deputy Unit Officer on the night.

Blooming in Kill.

[Aoife Mooney]

Martin Fahy and Teresa Hayes, first prize winners at the Bunmahon Gala Weekend costume competition on July 16th. [Sean Fitzsimons of Fotofitz]

Dungarvan Shopfront Heritage Trail - Heritage Week 2016 DUE to the enormous success of last year’s ‘Dungarvan Shop Front Heritage Trail’ this event will take place for Heritage Week again this year. Once again Dungarvan businesses are treating us to an amazing array of memorabilia and creative displays, revealing the rich heritage life of our town. Heritage Week runs from the 20th to the 27th August. The shops and streets will be full of surprises. We do not usually expect to see a grandfather bicycle in the

window of McKenna’s computer shop. What a surprise it is to see an enchanting thatched cottage cake ready to eat with your coffee at Ormond’s cafe? While Murphy’s Toymaster treats us to an ‘awe’ inspiring arrangement of toys from our past. The diverse range of displays will be fun and enjoyable, while also giving us an insight into the heritage of Dungarvan. These exhibits highlight the value of our memorabilia – which is unique to

our town. It is recognised by Failte Ireland that Heritage Tourism is a fast growing sector. Failte Ireland suggest that visitors who are interested in our culture and heritage generally stay longer, travel further and spend more than general tourists. Dungarvan Shopfront Heritage Trail builds another layer on our unique and special heritage. This encourages visitors to our town - so let’s show it off! Enjoy Heritage Week 2016.... Margaret Flanagan.

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Ardmore Ardmore Pattern Festival ARDMORE TIDY TOWNS BALLROOM OF ROMANCE Well the long awaited night is nearly at hand as the teens of the 70s relive their own ‘Ballroom of Romance’ with the 60s/70s Disco/Dance in St. Declan’s Hall on Friday. The Hall in those times hosted discos and dances every Saturday and Sunday night through the summer and many a romance begun there and indeed some flames were also quenched there. So that generation are really looking forward to renewing old acquaintances, meeting the love of their young lives or perhaps finally ‘fessing up’ to the one they really fancied but never plucked up the courage or skill to pull it off. There are still some tickets available for this event from a host of local sources and committee members and also from the several outlets in the village and there will be some available at the door on the night. John O’Shea, WLRfms master of generation music as well as country and Irish will be DJ for the night. BARBECUE AT ROUND TOWER This is going to be another hectic weekend in Ardmore with the August Bank Holiday Family Barbecue at The Round Tower Hotel taking centre stage on Sunday afternoon. This lovely event accompanies the Hotel’s Gig in the Garden and with the music and family friendly garden providing a wonderful setting. So, no dinner to be cooked on Sunday – bring the family along from about 4.30 p.m. onwards on Sunday afternoon and enjoy the music, food, a drink and a lovely family evening. ARDMORE GRAVEYARD Eachtra, in the persons of John Tierney who put together our 1916 book and his business partner, Jacinta Kiely, spent the weekend

documenting and mapping the headstones and graves at The Round Tower Graveyard. I dropped in on my travels and was astounded at the use of modern technology in such an environment – both their phones are kitted out with GPS so each stone is digitally recorded as well. I was fascinated by some of the stories applied to some of the graves especially the nearest headstone to the village – that of a Mr Fox. Apparently this gentleman known as ‘souper Fox’ was canvassing through the famine times for people to convert to Protestantism and the bribe was soup. Most people would be aware of the phrase ‘they took the soup’ which was applied to those who succumbed to the temptation. Most interestingly the inscription on his headstone is ‘as gaelige’. A few people dropped in on John and Jacinta over the couple of days and gave them little anecdotes like that. If you have relatives or any stories pertaining to someone buried there then John would love to hear from you over the next few weeks/months as he compiles and documents his work. They are also carrying out a similar work on Hackettstown graveyard in Old Parish. PATTERN WEEK What a weekend. Unparelled fun and enjoyment. Every corner of the parish and community chipping in with their own little contribution and event. Highlights – there were dozens of them all over the place and everyone will have their own. but for me it was The Special Branch Carving exhibition and Aslan. The skill of John Hayes on the chain saw had to be seen to be believed as he carved St Declan and his boat out of a single tree trunk. The setting of the stage in the beach car park facing out to sea was spectacular and the crowd on

the beach and along the storm wall which would do justice to a Munster Final in Semple was a sight and an event never to be forgotten. All put together by the wonderful Pattern Festival committee. DR. JOE MEEHAN MEMORIAL WALK The inaugural Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk will take place on Bank Holiday Monday. Dr. Joe touched everybody with his loving care in both the parishes of Ardmore/Grange and Clashmore/Kinsalebeg as a mentor, friend, GP and trusted confidant. Joe loved to go for a walk every day, either over the beach or out The Cliff Walk. Hence the St. Declan’s Conference of St. Vincent De Paul Society, of which Joe was a dedicated member, have decided to honour his memory with a Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk (5km) around the village of Ardmore on Bank Holiday Monday, August 1st at 2.00 p.m. All monies raised will be shared between St. Declan's SVP and Marymount Hospice. Registration for the walk will commence at St. Declan’s Church from 1.00 p.m. with the walk starting at 2.00 p.m. The walk will amble through the village and out the Ardo Road but it is structured in such a way that walkers can drop off after a few hundred metres at Rocky Road or a kilometre or two at The Round Tower or complete the 5k. ARDMORE OPEN FARM DUCK RACE The annual Ardmore Open Farm and Mini Zoo Duck Race was a great success on Sunday. Brian Gleeson, played a blinder on commentary on this brilliant fun event. The proceeds of the event went to Ardmore Tidy Towns Committee who woud like to thank Brian Gleeson and sponsors Ardmore Open Farm.

Ardmore to honour late Dr. Joe Meehan THE seaside village of Ardmore and surrounding parishes will gather outside Ardmore Church on Bank Holiday Monday, August 1st at 2.00 p.m. to walk around the village in memory of the late Dr. Joe Meehan, who spent 35 years serving the people of Ardmore/Grange, Kinsalebeg and Clashmore. Brian Gleeson of the organising committee said: “Dr. Meehan's untimely passing shocked each and everyone of us. He

was not only our Doctor but was kind and generous with his time. He loved walking around Ardmore and we are inviting everyone - young and old, far and near to join us next Monday at 2.00 p.m. in tribute to our great friend. Proceeds from this Memorial Walk will be shared between St. Declan’s SVP Ardmore (Dr. Joe Meehan founding member) and Marymount Hospice.

Ardmore GAA Olympics THE Ardmore GAA Olympics held on pattern sunday was a great success. The olympic events were enjoyed by all the teams and there was plenty of laughter throughout the rounds. The winning team was Honkys Heros. The bar and burger bar was busy all day and

it was great to see such a great croud watching the Waterford match on the big screen. We would like to thank everyone for comming along and supporting this event. We would also like to thanks our sponsors. More details and pictures to follow next week.

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A rd m o re Pattern Festival John Foley Images

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BLAWNIN CLANCY © A Stretch in the Evening, Maoil a’ Chóirne, An Rinn, Co. Waterford (Oil on panel 30x40cm).

Summer Group Show a feast for the eyes in Joan Clancy Gallery THE Summer group show featuring 2016 Crawford Fine Art prizewinning graduates Emmet Brickley and Cathy Bacon and the talented CCN Art Portfolio grad Noeleen Crossan along with some of Ireland’s most remarkable painters Sinead Ni Chionaola, Damaris Lysaght, Blawnin Clancy, Ciara Gormley, Rayleen Clancy and Katarzyna Gajewska is well worth a visit in Joan Clancy Gallery in Mweelahorna, An Rinn (Ring). The work of this talented group of artists is a feast for the eyes in this extraordinary gallery overlooking Dungarvan Bay and the Comeragh Mountains in the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht. “There is a connection between Cathy Bacon and the Clancy family” explains Joan Clancy. “Cathy’s

granny Josie Dowley grew up in Tinvane House in Carrick-on-Suir which later became a hotel run by Cait Clancy O’Connell and her husband Sean. When Cait passed away following a traffic accident, their son Robbie O’Connell and his wife Roxanne took over the reins and they subsequently sold it to Bobby and Moira Clancy!” Joan is extremely knowledgeable about the artists whose work is featured in the gallery. All of the art is available for purchase so if you find a painting that you love, you can bring it home with you. Joan Clancy Gallery is located between Coláiste na Rinne (Ring College) and the Cunnigar Beach 10k south of Dungarvan, and is well signposted. Summer Group Show,

July 28th – August 12th daily 11.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. including the weekends.Tel.

086-8134597; info@joanc l a n c y g a l l e r y. c o m ; www.joanclancygallery.com

CATHY BACON © Dog’s Best Friend (Oil on board 24x18cm framed).

SINEAD Ni CHIONAOLA © Mahon Falls, Co. Waterford (Acrylic on canvas 100x100cm).

NOELEEN CROSSAN © The Colligan at the Wooden Bridge, Co. Waterford (Oil on canvas 76x102cm).

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MONSTER BOOK SALE Your support would be greatly appreciated at our monster Book Sale taking place over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Venue: Dan McCarthy’s Shop, Friary Street. Date: Thursday, 28th July, Friday, 29th July and Saturday, 30th July. Time: 9.00 a.m. till 9.00 p.m. This is our main fundraiser for the year, so please don’t hesitate to call in and grab a bargain. There will be books galore and plenty of special offers. We look forward to seeing you there. OGHAM WORKSHOP This workshop will introduce children (accompanied by parent/guardian) to the Ogham alphabet and the Ogham stones of Co.Waterford in a fun, interactive and creative manner. Venue: Waterford County Museum, Friary Street. Date: Thursday, 25th August. Time: 3.00 p.m. to 3.45 p.m. Booking is required. Cost free. Telephone: Ogham in 3D 01-6140184 or Waterford County Museum 058-45960 Email: ogham@celt.dias.ie or website@waterfordmuseum.ie NEW DISPLAYS We have just added a new section to the museum displays focusing on County Waterford people abroad. There are some great stories from which we have selected six profiles. We hope to add to these at a later date. These include William Grattan Tyrone Power from Kilmacthomas, great, great, grandfather of the movie actor, Tyrone Power; John Palliser of Comeragh, the explorer; Thomas W. Kirby, merchant and ship owner of Grand Haven, Michigan; Stephen Smallfield of Friary Street, Dungarvan, who made his fortune in the California Gold Rush, and Patrick McGrath, stonemason of Youghal and Dungarvan who settled in Quincy where he had a successful stone masonry business. Also on display is a selection of letters written from America to relatives back in Co. Waterford. BIG HOUSES OF WEST WATERFORD We have updated our display on the big houses. A new addition is a large print of the Curraghmore Hunt 1877, based on a painting by William Osborne, father of the impressionist painter Walter Osborne. Why not pay us a visit and view these new displays, the 1916 exhibition, and our permanent collection. KEY DATES IN THE HISTORY OF DUNGARVAN 1904: First volunteer fire brigade founded. Augustinian school built on Main Street. Bon Sauveur sisters open Carriglea Convent. 1906: Coláiste na Rinne founded. 1910: Telephone introduced to Dungarvan. 1912: Dungarvan Observer founded. 1914: First cinema opened by the bridge – Dan Crotty’s. 1915: First Dungarvan Agricultural Show. 1919: Thomas Power opens Power’s Brewery at Fair Lane. 1921: Dungarvan Electric Light & Power introduce electricity to Dungarvan. 1921: Dungarvan Co-operative Creamery Ltd. founded. 1916 EXHIBITION To mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising, we opened our new exhibition:“The Recent and Tragic Occurrences” 1916 and County Waterford. The exhibition highlights the

Co.Waterford links with the Rising and some of the leaders. We were delighted to have medals and memorabilia from the Graves and Ó Reagán families who attended the opening. This exhibition is open and is the result of a lot of hard work. All are very welcome to call in and see it. Open daily Monday to Friday, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them. We would scan them and give you back the originals. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 058-45960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 27th JULY 2016 Name: Cornelius O’Neill; Service No. Rank: 2008 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 6Bn.; Where Born: Portlaw; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 21/7/’16. Name: Robert Gatward; Age: 22; Service No. Rank: 11464 LCpl.; Service: Army; Unit: D. of Cornw. L.I. 1Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 23/7/’16. Name: John Quinlan; Service No. Rank: 7726 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 2Bn.; Where Born: Lismore; Death Category: Wounds; Date of Death: 24/7/’16. Name: John Shanahan; Service No. Rank: 7578 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: R.I. Reg. 6Bn.; Where Born: Aglish; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 25/7/’16. Name: Edward Hickey; Age: 27; Service No. Rank: 4-9763 Pr.; Service: Army; Unit: Arg and Suth. H.2Bn.; Where Born: Waterford; Death Category: Wounds; Date of Death: 26/7/’16. Name: James Francis Prendergast; Service No. Rank: 2Lt.; Service: Army; Unit: R. Mun. Fus. 1Bn.; Where Born: Lismore; Death Category: Killed in action; Date of Death: 27/7/’16. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Admission is free.

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Ballinameela The Brothers Grim

By Donal Buckley ONCE upon a time, there were two brothers. One was cantankerous and difficult, and so was the other. The two brothers loved women but not enough to accept them as equals.They had a similiar philosophy on children; seen and not heard. Preferably not seen either.They both had more than a passing love affair with wealth and the power of control. Though Christy was older than Mossy, they both adored their father Al equally. As they grew older, constant competition for father’s attention led to bitter squabbles and eventually, violence. Through the years, each brother gathered more and more supporters around him. The supporters, or followers, were not compensated for their allegiance with money or worldly goods but with promises of something great. Something vague and intangeable, but really, really great. Sometime, in the distant future. As time went by, the jealousy gene was passed from the brothers to their followers and they began to compete for the attention of Mossy or Christy. This created splinters amongst the two groups.Then those splinters became splintered and so on. Eventually, the divisions became so fraught with envy and avarice that nobody remembered why it all started. The truth about the brothers and their loving father became lost in the mists of time. Stories were passed on down the generations. Each generation added or subtracted parts of the stories, according to the perceived necessities of each individual or group. Because of this, the message became corrupt and took on a mythological presence. Interpretations of historical fact turned into mysticism and fable. In turn these fables were manipulated for political and financial gain. Al and his two sons, Christy and Mossy, have long been forgotten. Their legacy, built on lies, has led to mindless violence, envy, slaughter and corruption. The purity of love for a Father has become a twisted weapon in the hands of the immoral and the ignorant. Oh, humanity, I should be surprised, but I'm not. Ballinameela Creatives believe only in humans with humanity and humility. A forestry worker, Matty Geany once observed, "A man, is a terrible thing."

BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of July is Claire Tobin who can be contacted on 087-6808287. DATE FOR YOUR DIARY Due to another community event in Kilgobinet the weekend of the 28th August we are postponing the Duathlon for a couple of weeks,

watch this space for new date. FINISK VALLY AC Any children in our community who is interested running, jumping or throwing and would like to get involved in athletics, call down to Ballinameela community pitch/hall, training times are Monday and Wednesday evenings from 7.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m., Minimum age limit is 5 years old (Child needs to be School going). Saturday training is for jumps and throws only, age 9 up from 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m., this is to prepare kids for completion. Full programme on events can be obtained at our training sessions. 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. If interested contact Mairead at 087-7681975. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text

system in place - text your name and mobile number to this number: 087-3538347. It works in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the lookout. Secondly you can send details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish.communityalert.ie FUN FIT DANCE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women - Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for some of the routines. For all ages & abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7.00 p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February then every Thursday after that 7.00

p.m. - 8.00 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically & mentally! No pre-booking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! LOTTO RESULTS 25/7/’16 – Numbers drawn were 14, 23 and 24. There was no Jackpot winner. €20 winners were Derry Twomey c/o Powers; Olivia Carlton c/o Cruiscín Lan; Karen Ryan, Cappagh; Tom Melody, Abbeyside and The Lumberjacks, Aglish. Next week’s Jackpot is €3,050 and the draw will take place in Kereen Bar. NOTES FOR INCLUSION If you have something you would like in the Ballinameela notes you can email Claire Tobin on fitz_tobin@yahoo.co.uk or phone 087-6808287. Follow and like us on facebook, Ballinameela Community Centre.

Dungarvan Junior Musical Stage School New Term FOLLOWING our recent hugely successful end of term production of Disney's Beauty And The Beast at the Town Hall Theatre, the Stage School are currently on our Summer break and are busy planning our new term that will commence in August. We are delighted to announce that we are now taking names for the new term that will run until January. If you like to sing, dance, act and perform, or you just like to have fun and make new friends, then Dungarvan and West Waterford's premier stage school is the place for you. We have a strong emphasis on confidence building and having fun while learning all the skills of the performing arts from the industries most talented, experienced and in demand professionals, skills that stay with and benefit the students beyond the world of the rehearsal room and the stage. The stage school is now in its ninth year and growing with each passing term. All our students get to perform live on stage in our much talked about end of term productions that to date include such musicals as Beauty And The Beast, Cat's, Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, High School Musical, The Addams Family Musical, The Little Mermaid, Grease, Honk, The Wizard Of Oz, Hairspray and many more. We cater for students aged 4 to 6, 7 to 9, 10 to 12 and 13 to 18 in our classes and the students attend two one hourly classes on both Monday and Wednesday and classes take place in St. Joseph’s School, Dungarvan. Our next end of term production will be the magical Dr. Seuss Musical Seussical that features Horton The Elephant and The Cat In The Hat and we are sure it will prove to be hugely popular with all our students and audiences alike. Our multi award winning professional tutors David Hennessy and David Hayes are currently planning the new term and we cant wait to get started. No experience is required to join the stage school as all levels of ability are catered for and places are limited in all our classes so it's highly advisable to secure you're place early. So why not see for yourself why so many happy students from the Dungarvan and West Waterford area can’t be wrong and secure you're place today by simply calling or texting Brian or David on 087-2360330 and we will happily enrol you and answer any questions you might have. Let the fun begin.

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Ciara O'Connor, Frances O’Connor, Lilly O’Connor, Lilly Walsh and Margaret Walsh. [John Power]

The Booley House - “A Super Show” THE Booley House opened its doors for the Summer season last week and received high praise from all who attended, a super show as one audience member called it. It's a vibrant, exciting evening of great music and wonderful dance, singing and of course storytelling. The Booley House provides a great night of entertainment for all the fam-

ily. Come early to St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff Upper, for the traditional tea/coffee and the best of home baking, before the show which starts at 8.15 p.m. every Wednesday night. Bookings and enquiries to 087-9089466 or 058-54975, email: thebooleyhouseshow@gmail.com

The Booley House dancers who perform every Wednesday in St. Michael's Hall, Ballyduff.

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Lismore EVEN though the working team are on a small break from work, some of the team availed of the good weather conditions of last week and got up early to paint the seating in the Millennium Park-thanks to them for that. Our two CES workers continue with the ongoing maintenance work in various parts of the town with, weeding, washing an painting. Reminding the general public that there are two collection points for old mobile phones and spectacles/glasses - at Lismore Post Office and Lismore Credit Union. Copies of thee Lismore Town Biodiversity Trails are also available at Lismore Heritage Centre, St. Carthage’s Cathedral and the ticket office at Lismore Castle. Last week WEEE Ireland (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) in its annual report stated that fifteen thousand tonnes of unwanted equipment was

recycled in this country during 2015 including 250,000 televisions and monitors, about 9 million small appliances such as toasters, microwaves and hairdryers, 600,000 large household including 90,000 fridge freezers appliances and 28 million AA batteries.This rise from 12, 370 tonnes in 2014 means that Irish householders are the best in Europe at recycling old electrical appliances. All of us who recycle can take a pat on the back. On Saturday, 23rd July, some Tidy Towns members attended the Adopt a Monument workshops re Gallows Hill Dungarvan and the Round Hill Lismore. The facilatators were Ms. Roisin Burke and Mr. Neil Jackman from Abarta Heritage on behalf of the Heritage Council of Ireland.The topics of the three workshops were Research Techniques, Communication Techniques and Visitor Management and

Marketing Strategies. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Continuing information and tips from the All Ireland Pollinator Plan 2015-2020:EXAMPLES OF ACTIONS TO MAKE PRIVATE LAND MORE P O L L I N AT O R FRIENDLY • pollinator friendly garden actions promoted through the GIY- Grow It Yourself - network • encouraging businesses to make their outdoor spaces pollinator friendly EXAMPLES OF ACTIONS TO RAISE AWARENESS: • creation of infographics with key pollinator messages distributed through social media • education on pollinators incorporated in the curriculum of primary, secondary and third level institutions • publication of freely available “how to” guides for implementation of key pollinator actions

Parish of Lismore and Ballysaggart OUR Parish is very fortunate to have a congregation who love the Mass and pray for the needs of the parish and of the Church and of the world everyday. The community is exactly the right size but if extra people come then that is what is needed on that day.There is a very different atmosphere for a weekday Mass and a Sunday Mass. There is a confidence in the participation on the weekday. To pray and intercede on behalf of the many needs within the parish is a real blessing. I see this is a work of mercy. It is also a work of Faith. So as not to break the Spirit of worship the Liturgy led by the prayer leaders on Tuesdays sustains the unity of the congregation. I came across a definition of forgiveness in the July/August edition of the ‘Furrow’ magazine by Robert Enright ‘Exploring Forgiveness’ as follows: ‘A willingness to abandon one’s right to resentment, negative judgement and indif-

ferent behaviour towards the one who unjustly injured us, while fostering the undeserved qualities of compassion, generosity and even love towards him/her.’ Forgiveness is an undeserved gift to the one who has wronged us. To load a moral burden on to a victim of an injustice is simply to add an extra burden on a person already suffering. It is much better to see forgiveness as a totally undeserved gift towards the wrong doer. Going by the Word of Scripture Jesus cries in his agony on the Cross ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do. MASS TIMETABLE Weekday Mass at 10.00 a.m. Saturday, 30th July - Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 p.m. Sunday, 31st July - Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 a.m. Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11.00 a.m. PRO(E) Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM

Cappoquin 1916 Commemoration AFTER months of planning we are now less than three weeks away from our 1916 Commemorations on the 15th August, 2016 at the Monument, Melleray Road, Cappoquin. A full list of events is set, including the parade to leave behind the Thomas Kent Pipe Band, Fermoy from Lower Shanbally. We have an outstanding Guest Speaker in Sean Murphy, followed by the reading of the Proclamation, unveiling of Plaques, lay-

ing a Wreath and the Raising of the National Flag by local Military Personnel. We will round off the evening with light refreshments and local entertainment in the Cavanagh Hall, Community Centre, Cappoquin. There has been tremendous good will towards the 1916 Commemorations in Cappoquin. All the committee are looking forward to a delightful evening with everybody from near and far most welcome to attend.

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HURLING PRAISE It was great to see the Waterford hurlers get back on track against Wexford last Sunday. A special mention for the lads with local connections who played on this occasion. Shane Fives had yet another stormer as what might be termed a ‘freestyle’ corner back who could, literally, play comfortably anywhere. Darragh was superb for the mere twelve minutes that he

played, lording it in the air, and was in desperately hard luck to suffer a recurrence of the thigh injury. Let’s not forget Patrick Curran either, the ‘hidden’ Cornerstoner at corner forward, whose skill and battling qualities deserved a better reward on the day. What also seems necessary to say on this occasion is that, win or lose last Sunday or in two weeks’ time, the efforts and achievements of these

Waterford hurlers are a source of great pride to everyone with an interest in the game. They make huge sacrifices, day in day out, and heartily deserve every bit of praise and success they get. NEW LECTERNS ON THE WAY The Heritage Group has been working on some new information lecterns in recent months and we expect delivery of these in the week ahead. Five of them are themed around the Twig Bog area and will be put by the Council into the beautiful new park at the river bend. The lecterns will focus on the geography and industrial history of this particular area, and on its links to the literature of Michael Cavanagh and to the famous novel, ‘The Big

Sycamore’. These lecterns are being funded and will be erected by the County Council. A sixth lectern has been prepared under funding from the Ireland 2016 commemorative programme and will see a copy of the 1916 Proclamation erected at the Monument to the east of Cappoquin. All signage will be bilingual, and has been commissioned from the ever reliable Munster Sign and Print. Again, our thanks to the Council for assistance with the work. This week we reproduce a photo of what the Twig Bog area of Cappoquin looked like in the mid 20th Century, with the picture dominated by the large Cappoquin Bacon Factory complex. Lots of change!

Cappoquin Cappoquin Community Centre LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE IN CHILDCARE FOR 2016/2017 Due to high demand we now have only limited spaces available in the Childcare facility for the coming year. We have some vacancies in the following age groups, 1 -2 year olds, 2 – 3 year olds and in preschool 3+ years age group. If you wish to book in a child for the coming year, please ring (058) 52746 as soon as possible and the necessary details will be taken. We will then let you know shortly thereafter if we have the capacity to take your child. We also provide a daily after school’s service whereby we collect children directly from the local NS and transport them to the childcare facility where they are provided with a hot meal, help with their homework and free time for play. The fee is €4.00 per hour and places may be booked also at (058) 52746. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY The Irish Blood Transfusion Service will be in the Community Centre on Thursday, August 18th from 5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. The Sean Kelly Tour takes place this year on August 20th and 21st arriving at Cappoquin Community Centre on the 21st.

COMMUNITY CENTRE LOTTO Lotto 25th Jul, 2016 Jackpot €2,100. Numbers drawn 5, 11, 19 and 22. No Winner. Consolation Prize winners: Billy Foley, Affane; Dean & Adam Whelan, c/o Tracy Fraher; Peggy Coffey, Knockboy, Melleray; Frank & Mary c/o Sportsman’s Bar; Helen Fitzgerald, Ballysaggart. Next week’s jackpot is on the 2nd of August, of €2,200. Remember anyone looking to buy our lotto tickets, call to any of the local shops in Cappoquin, the Community Centre, Miriam Coughlan or Carmel Prendergast will look after you. If you wish you can also buy the popular annual tickets, if you’re not in you can’t win! GYM Fancy doing your training session before you go to Work/School or College well now you can as our ultra-modern Gym. Our Gym is equipped with Irelands most ultramodern equipment which can cater from all Cardiovascular equipment to all Resistance training machines and loose weights. You can pay as you go or join up as a member. Our prices are most competitive with yearly membership is €200, 6 months €100, 3 months €60 and monthly €25.

CIRCUIT TRAINING Like to improve Strength and Power, Core stability and General Fitness while also decreasing body fat then Circuit training maybe for you. You do not have to be an athlete to train like one. Circuit training is a total body training system which involves high volume (repetitions), low resistance (weights) workout with short rest intervals. Every single session is varied and sessions can be regressed/progressed to any level of fitness. Conor (Fully accredited Strength and Conditioning Coach) runs this popular class every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 and can be contacted at 087 1247025. WEEKLY EVENTS IN HALL Gym opening times are 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m., Gym Instructor Conor Prendergast available to offer every assistance on (087) 1247025. Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray ARA every Monday afternoon Pilate's, Circuit Training Tuesday & Thursday nights. and Ladies Exercise Classes 10.30 a.m. to 11.30 a.m. with Paul Murray Thursday morning. WATERFORD WEXFORD ETB Just a reminder anyone interested in doing a wide range of courses contact Edel Walsh (058) 52570 first floor of the Community centre.

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Villierstown JACK THE JOKER Jack the Joker draw took place in An Cruiscín Lán on Saturday night last and €50 was won by Aine Moore with Card Number 14. Congratulations Aine. Next week’s Jackpot is for €2,200. Remember if you are not in you can't win...... VISIT CAMPHIRE INTERNATIONAL HORSE TRIAL & FESTIVAL Catch the ferry all weekend 30th July – Sunday, 31st July, 2016, from Villierstown quayside for €5 return including entrance fee. Contact: 089 2538699. Blackwater Eco Tours (River Trips). Departing Camphire & Villierstown quayside all weekend 29th July - 31st July, €10 per person.Contact: 089 2538699. VILLIERSTOWN BOATING CLUB Sécurité, Sécurité, Sécurité … All members … KAYAK CHALLENGE from Villierstown Quay. Let’s have some fun in the sun!! All age groups - contact Paddy Mullany, text 087 8191105. Win cash over 3 races. Life jackets, Paddles and Kayak supplied or bring your own. Free trial this Thursday, 21st July at 7.00 p.m. Age group - under 10 years, 10-14 years, 14-18 years, 18-30 years, over 30 years … Entrance fee - €5. Winner €20. RACE DATES – 1st Race - Friday, 22nd July, at 7.00 p.m. 2nd Race Friday, 5th August, at 7.00 p.m. 3rd Race - Friday, 19th August, at 7.00 p.m. BBQ available each RACE night. Come on

down and have some fun, tell your friends! AGLISH COMMUNITY CENTRE Aglish Community Centre will hold their A.G.M. on Wednesday, 3rd August, at 8:30 p.m. All are welcome.Thanks to all who supported our Family Walk. Special thanks our sponsors: Lidl, Austin Hally Driving school, Glam Hair, Geraldines G.A.A., Hurley's shop, Maureen's bar, Cotter Agri, East Cork Oil and Blackwater Agri. Well done to Annie Tobin and her elves Elaine and Morgan for running a very successful art workshop for the children of the community. VILLIERSTOWN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP 2 Days of action packed adventure. From 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. each day. Tuesday / Wednesday, 9th 10th August, 2016 (8 - 12 age groups). Thursday / Friday, 11th - 12th August, 2016 (13 - 16 age groups). Cost is €50 per child for two full days. Book now: 0868473562. SET DANCING CLASSES Set Dancing Classes in Villierstown – Monday, Primary school boys and girls 5.30 p.m.; Teenagers 6.30 p.m. Adults,Wednesday at 7.30 p.m. €5 per class. FIT DANCE EXERCISE CLASSES Fun Fit Dance Classes for the Busy Women – Come to the funeral of your love handles, muffin top and any excess calories at the most fun exercise classes! Optional 1.5kg weights for

some of the routines. For all ages and abilities! Every Tuesday in Villierstown Church 7-8 p.m., €5 per person. Starting in Aglish Community Hall on Thursday, 4th February, then every Thursday after that 7–8 p.m., €5 per person! Guaranteed to leave feeling fabulous both physically and mentally! No prebooking necessary, just show up - it's that simple! VECP ROOM IN VILLIERSTOWN If you are looking to hold a small party, a meeting, a course, music lessons, a get together for a reunion. The Vecp room in Villierstown is available for bookings. Situated beside the Villierstown shop which has homemade cakes and dinners, who also take special orders if needed. Please contact 087-447867. COMMUNITY ALERT TEXT See or hear anything out of place in the village … Text: 087-3538347. SAFE TALK If you need someone to talk to, someone to listen to you or just someone.We are very lucky in Villierstown to have a trained “Safe Talk Counsellor”. Contact Carol:- 087-6635465. I NEED YOUR HELP If I don’t know it’s happening I can’t put it in. 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

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were JP Casey, Ryan and Kevin O'Donnell. [John Power]

Melleray Silage Day 2016

John O'Connell (left) and Tommy Cunningham from O'Connell Agri.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

Tommy and Jason Cunningham, Michael and Philip Browne, Michael O'Connell.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

Tom Murphy and feathered friend 'O'Brien’.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

Tom Veale (right) has a warm welcome for Donal Keane.

Kevin Foley atop his Marshall Steam engine.

[Gerry O'Mahony]

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Pictured with Mary are John Dee, Billy Cowming, John Sheehan, Nicky Sheehan, Jim Power and Ger Dalton.

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menssheds.ie THE Shed was delighted to take part in a study about cancer during the week when Ms. Mary Reidy, Research Assistant on the MeCHanic Study, University College Cork visited us to discuss the men's experience of finding and understanding cancer prevention information. A lively discussion was held about the important issue of men's health.

There are more cancer cases and cancer deaths among men than women in Ireland. Around 41% of cancer deaths in men are due to things which could be changed, compared to 27% in women. A team in University College Cork, in collaboration a number of men's organisations have been funded by the Irish Cancer Society to find out about men's experiences of finding and understanding information on cancer The MeCHanic Study. We also want to find out how and where men would like to get this information in the future. The MeCHanic Study is looking for men aged 40 and over to take

part in this study by completing an online survey, available at http://bit.ly/MeCHanic Study or postal survey, or by talking to us, either as a group or individually, about your experiences and pref-

erences. Findings from the MeCHanic Study will help the Irish Cancer Society to improve their cancer information services for men. Phone or text the us on 087-438 0349 or email us at mechanicstudy@ucc.ie

MY HOMETOWN My hometown, what have they done. For crimes against her stand every one. Stand them accused of their terrible crime. Guilty of cobblelock and its awful design. In the annals of history write out each name. Let cobblelock be, forever their shame. Oh, my hometown what have they done. From lesson’s before they simply won't learn. Guilty the verdict of this terrible crime. Shame is the sentence of cobblelock design GER DALTON

BALLYSAGGART COMMUNITY FESTIVAL READY TO GO! The following is our planned schedule of events for this our 20th Anniversary Community Festival. There is something for everyone, so have a read and come along to join us for some fun over the weekend. Wednesday, 27th July Children’s & Teenagers Writing Competition: It can be a short story or a poem (Theme will be given on the night). This competition will encourage children and teenagers to express their thoughts and creative minds through writing. Time: 7.00 p.m. – 8.00 p.m.Venue: Ballysaggart Community Centre. Age Groups: 4-6 years, 7-10 years, 11-15 years. Admission: Free. Pongo: This is a fun event for both young and old alike. Time: 8.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m.Venue: Ballysaggart School House. Admission: Free. Thursday, 28th July 45 Card Drive: The 45 Card Drive is for both the serious and not so serious card player. Getting to 45 is not as easy as you might think. Time: 8.15 p.m. Venue: Ballysaggart School House. Admission: €10 per person.Tea and refreshments will be served on the night. Friday, 29th July Car Treasure Hunt: The Treasure Hunt is one of the old favourites, some get home faster than others, depending on whether you get lost or not I suppose... Time: 7.30 p.m. Venue: Starting from outside the Church. Admission: €10 per car. Table Quiz: The quizmaster himself never gives them easy, he will test your knowledge. Time: 9.30 p.m. Venue: Meagher’s Bar. Admission: €20 (Tables of

4). Quizmaster: Edward Lynch. Saturday, 30th July Children’s Art Competition: Seeing the world through the eyes of a child. Imagination is everything. Time: 12.00 noon to 1.00 p.m.Venue: Ballysaggart Community Centre. Age Groups: 3-5 years, 5-8 years, 8-10 years, 10-12 years. Admission: Free. Family Fun Day at the Towers: Time: 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.Venue:The Towers. Details:The Family Fun Day at the Towers will have a variety of games and activities for all ages. When we meet at the Towers car park at 2.00 p.m. the children will be directed to the activities that are organised and age appropriate. Children aged 8-13 (approximately) have a Treasure Hunt from the car park, through the Gates and onto the Towers. Teams of 4 at €10 per team, each team must be accompanied / supervised by at least one adult and adult signatures will be required on the day. Children up to age 8 will have their Treasure Hunt at the Towers, €2 per child. When both groups converge at the Towers we will have activities and games for all ages and a Picnic so don't forget your packed lunch and other treats will be provided. So spread the word and come along to enjoy a fantastic day of family fun. Ice-Cream Van on the day. Admission: Treasure Hunt Teams of 4 - €10, Smallies €2 each. Saturday Night BBQ with DJ Stephen: Theme on the night - ‘What do you want to be when you grow up’. (Is it a Garda, a Nurse, a Doctor, a Farmer, a Fireman, a Plumber). You tell us... Time: 9.15 p.m. (Food served from 9.30 p.m. to 11.00 p.m. sharp). Venue: Meagher's Bar. Age Group: 0 years to 100 years.

Admission: To Be Confirmed. Prizes: Best Dress Child, Best Dressed Teenager, Best Dressed Adult. Sunday 31st July Family Fun Walk, Run or Cycle: There will be 2 routes on the day taking in all the beauty Ballysaggart has to offer. Refreshments served on your return to the School House. Time: 1.30 p.m. Registration. Start: 2.00 p.m. Sharp. Venue: Ballysaggart Community Centre. Admission: Adults €8 and Children Free. Fancy Dress Parade: Time: 7.30 p.m. Venue: Starting from Ballysaggart Community Centre. Age Group: Open to one and all. We would love to see every club in the Community represented in the Fancy Dress and non-locals are also encouraged and more than welcome to take part. The festival will close with the Grand Raffle in Meagher's Bar and music by ‘Sampson’. For further details please contact Carmel 0879809049 or Helena 0877523386. Rights to Chippers Sold. This is sure to be a fantastic weekend in the community and we would love to see all our friends from near and far, so come along and bring a few friends to enjoy the craic in Ballysaggart. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS Fr. Cullinan and Stephen Cunningham, Dave Fennessy and Nellie Devine, Pat O’Connor and Pat Kirby. Lucky Tables: Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville, Dan Howard and Mary Fitzgerald. Tickets: Sharon Power, Sheila Lonergan and Bertie Neville.

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Pictured is Kenny Healy, a new member and qualified carpenter applies while working on his project last week. In the background is Paul Walsh a new young member. Paul brings his knowledge and skills in Creative Craft to us and is working on the restoration of his antique chair. Paul is gaining immense satisfaction while applying and sharing his knowledge to restore a very old piece of furniture. It is great to see the interest and respect these young men have for their past and heritage.

SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last weeks's lotto was held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult. The winning numbers for lotto week ending 24th July were 8, 18, 22. The jackpot prize this week was €500 and there was no winner of the jackpot. The 5 x €20 winners drawn were Peter Healy, Jason Sheehan, Dylan c/o Nuala, Danny Thompson, Roger Walsh. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by Nuala Dunne. Next week’s draw for €600 will be held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena on Sunday night 31st July, 2016. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Maisie Dunford, Knockenpower Lower, Colligan, whose death occurred recently. We extend our sincere sympathy to her sons Stephen and Jimmy; her daughters Marian, Martina and Breda and to all Maisie's family, relatives, neighbours and many friends.

Funeral Mass was in St. Anne's Church, Colligan, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. May she rest in peace. SENIOR HURLERS Well done to the Waterford senior hurlers on their win against Wexford last Sunday. The final score was Waterford 0-21;Wexford 0-11. Waterford will take on Kilkenny in the AllIreland semi-final on Sunday, 7th August in Croke Park. VILLAGE IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE Thanks to all the volunteers of the Village Improvement Committee who have done such a good job throughout the year. The village is looking in great shape and it’s a pleasure to walk through the village with the beautiful flowers on display. Many thanks to all the volunteers who give up their time and effort to keep the village in such good condition.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Stradbally THE MERCY STORY IN STRADBALLY 1875-1988 Invited to Stradbally by the Parish Priest Rev,. T Casey. The Sisters arrived from Cappoquin Convent May 20th, 1875.They probably travelled by horse and coach as the new railway line was not completed until the following year 1876. (now the Greenway). Their first residence was “MYRTLE LODGE”. The people of the village and surrounds were mainly Irish speaking, and from the Annuals, it is clear that the “Nuns” were an unknown quantity to the local people who received these veiled and hooded females with some trepidation. The Annuals also mention that there was a garden between the house “Myrtle Lodge” and the street which formed a thick shade, beneath which the Sisters sat and read or performed their devotions. Local people often gathered in the evenings to hear the Nuns singing and playing music. They began teaching in the “Barron School” lower classroom, or

girls class room. The attendance at the school had being very poor but the parents became determined that their children should take advantage of what was now on offer. In a short time the average attendance doubled. The number of children quickly outgrew the building. 1901 census shows one remarkable statistic, every girl in Stradbally who had attended the Convent School did learn to read and write. They also held Sunday school in the Village, Ballyvoile Cross (on wet Sundays they would go to Mrs. Powers house and use the kitchen, now the home of Power's descendant Fr. Tom Whelan). When they rang the Bell at Ballyvoile Cross approximately, 60 children, boys and girls would turn up. They also held a Sunday School in Ballyvooney. Being made aware the some past pupils from the “Mercy Sisters” school are organising a night to remember the Nuns, on Friday night, August 12th, in the Cove Bar. I will fol-

low with more photos and stories about the Mercy Sisters for the next few weeks. If you have any queries or would like to add to the story please contact Tom 087-9386209 or tomaphickey@gmail.com WINE TASTING Thanks to all who supported the “Wine Tasting” in aid of Community projects in Kenya, thank you for your kind genorosity. GREENWAY Greenway Walk/Talks continue every Wednesday night 7.30 p.m. Meet in new carpark across from O’Mahony's shop/pub.The “Golden Mile”. Durrow Station, Ballyvoile tunnel. Some people walk all the journey, others the Tunnel only. One and a half to two hours full journey, tunnel only 1 hour approximately. Fascinating, the stories and memories from these who traveled by train on this line as children. Any queries 087-9386209. VINTAGE TEA Following the success of last years Tea at the Vicar's in St Mary's Curcch of Ireland in Dungarvan, we’re hold-

John Power Chairman “Tay and Mahon Valley Active Retirement” making a presentation to Sally Thompson, Woodhouse. Sally hosted a gathering of the “Active Retirement” in Woodhouse last week. Everyone was highly impressed with all the wonderful restoration work. From the “Tay and Mahon Valley ARA”, a big thanks to all concerned.

ing our own Vintage Tea in the Barron Hall. There will be tasty sandwiches and cakes galore served in proper china, with help from some special guests having some faulty moments. It all happens on Saturday, 6th August from 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. Cake stall and raffle too with with fantastic prizes! Money collected goes towards the Barron Hall restoration fund. The Hall is a registered Charity, No., CHY 19751. Any queries to Nicola on 087-7160700. take a look at our Facebook page to see what else we are up to. BALLY HOLY WELL MASS The Annual Mass at the Holy Well in Ballylaneen took place on Tuesday evening, 26th July, 2016 at 7 p.m. Following the Mass there will be a BBQ, Dancing and Sports for all the children and those attending. Any help for stewardship or organising would be appreciated, please contact Fr. Jerry. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Robert and Catherine Crowley, Glen, Stradbally on the birth recently of a baby boy (Bobby), a brother for Kayleigh, Ella and Colleen. CONVENT SCHOOL GATHERING A gathering and evening of nostalgia is being planned for all who attended the Convent School in Stradbally when the Sisters of Mercy were in charge on Friday, 12th August, 2016 at 9 p.m. at the Cove Bar, Stradbally.There will be finger food and music and lots of memories and tales of the past to be shared. Do come along and bring a friend. A photographer will be attending to cover the event for the local papers. Please contact Breda at 087 257 1770 for further details. TIDY TOWNS NEWS A reminder that Tidy

Sisters Philomena (Dalton), Vincent (O’Keeffe) Angela (Keating) of the Mercy Convent Stradbally. [Photo courtesy of Stradbally na Déise]

Towns tickets are currently on sale for our annual draw which will take place at the Cove Bar, Stradbally on Saturday night, 13th August. The Tidy Towns members are knocking on doors in the community and would appreciate your support. LOCAL SOCCER On Tuesday, 2nd August Stradbally Soccer Club will hold a underage open night mainly for players born in 2003/’04/’05. New faces will be more than welcome. This is to check-out what FAI National Tickets are now on sale by our club members. All proceeds go to our local club and is one of our main fundraisers for the season. Tickets cost €10 each and there is a wide variety of prizes available

including motor cars to be won. WHIST CLUB Last week 26 members visited Wexford Lavender Farm and Arklow Town. The day was sunny and ideal for a Summer outing. We firstly stopped at the Brandon House Hotel and had lovely scones with jam and cream, coffee and tea this is a favourite stop of ours. At the Lavender Farm, many members bought pots of lavender, oils, soap etc; then onto Arklow for lunch and a sit in the sun causing attraction to locals who came and chatted! The next trip is in August and the list of names are filling fast. The meeting on Wednesday, 20th July was a nice social evening.

The new day for the Whist meeting having been changed to a Wednesday is proving popular, especially as Fridays were always busy with the weekend coming and Weddings etc.; on that day. The overall winner was Pauline Desmond from Lemybrien and the first prize winner of the raffle, Kay Veale. The next meeting is Wednesday, 3rd August, open 7.30 p.m. start 8.00 p.m. at the 'Barron Hall' Stradbally. Please come along, we welcome newcomers and those who have never played cards before. It is an easy to learn game and there are plenty of members who will teach and help you. Holiday makers very welcome.

Breda Cummins, Tom Hickey, Nicola Blair having a trial tasting run for the upcoming Vintage Tea afternoon. We are most grateful to all who donated China Cups, saucers etc. over the last few years, we will have all on tables for Saturday, 6th August.

Countdown has begun for Helvick Swim & BBQ The countdown has begun for the 22nd Annual Helvick Swim & BBQ which takes place on Helvick Pier on Sunday, August 14th from 1.00 p.m. This event has become an important community event in the Co. Waterford Gaeltacht, attracting people from all over the country and overseas, where people meet up for a great

family day out, while cheering on our swimmers as they cross Dungarvan Bay from Ballinacourty to Helvick Pier, raising sponsorship for the Helvick Lifeboat. The Helvick Swim & BBQ holds attractions for all ages, with face painting, Stormy Stan, RNLI merchandise, King of Helvick and Queen

of Helvick, Dog Show, Dungarvan Brass Band, a raffle for 17 prizes and a few surprises to be revealed. Info for swimmers: 087-8210420; ofclancy@gmail.com General info: 087-2120039; 0861225818; (058) 46314 rnlihelvick@gmail.com

A section of the kayakers who form part of the safety flotilla at the annual Helvick Swim & BBQ in aid of Helvick Lifeboat.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Kilmacthomas CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to all involved on erecting the new footbridge crossing the N25 at Kilmacthomas on Friday night, 22nd July. Work continues on the Deise Greenway which will be a huge asset to the county and should be completed very shortly. A great amenity for all walkers and cyclists with breathtaking views on route.Well done to all involved on getting this project up and running. RETIREMENT We wish Nicky Whelan, Hillside Crescent, Kilmacthomas a long and happy retirement. Nicky celebrated his retirement with a party for family, friends and work colleagues from PPI, Waterford in Kiersey's Bar on last Friday night. Enjoy the golf Nicky. FUNDRAISER Friday night, 26th August a fundraising night will take place in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan to help with medical expenses for young David Junior Whelan, Ballyboy, Kilmacthomas who is making great

progress in Dublin Hospital following a works accident some months ago. We wish David well and hope to see him home in the very near future. So don't forget, a date for your diary Friday 26th August, tickets on sale. LOTTO Results for Saturday nights Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw. Letters drawn were E, I, P and Z. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to Paddy Drohan, Kilmac; Gerry Carroll, Ballylynch; Majella Behan, Hillview; Nicky Butler, Craughaun View, Kilmac and Niall Cronin, Kilmac. Next week’s jackpot €1,600 be in to win. STRADBALLY WHIST CLUB Last week 26 members visited Wexford Lavender Farm and Arklow Town.The day was sunny and ideal for a Summer outing. We firstly stopped at the Brandon House Hotel and had lovely scones with jam and cream, coffee and tea - this is a favourite stop of ours. At the Lavender Farm, many members bought pots of

lavender, oils, soap etc; then onto Arklow for lunch and a sit in the sun causing attraction to locals who came and chatted! The next trip is in August and the list of names are filling fast. The meeting on Wednesday, 20th July was a nice social evening.The new day for the Whist meeting having been changed to a Wednesday is proving popular, especially as Fridays were always busy with the weekend coming and Weddings etc.; on that day. The overall winner was Pauline Desmond from Lemybrien and the first prize winner of the raffle, Kay Veale. The next meeting is Wednesday, 3rd August, open 7.30 p.m. start 8.00 p.m. at the 'Barron Hall' Stradbally. Please come along, we welcome newcomers and those who have never played cards before. It is an easy to learn game and there are plenty of members who will teach and help you. Holiday makers very welcome.

Kilrossanty WHIST Whist this Wednesday night, 27th July in the hall at 8.00 p.m. Names for trip to Cork on August 4th will be taken on Wednesday night. DEISE DRAW Deise Draw this Friday night in Ballymacarbry. Money to be with Jason, Kevin or Mairead by Friday night please, also some outstanding money now due. SOCCER Stradbally Soccer Club will hold an Open Night on Tuesday, 2nd August, mainly for players born in 2003, 2004, 2005. New faces as well as parents are more than welcome and its really just to see what kind of numbers we will have for next season. Further details contact Diarmuid at 087-9774553. COMERAGH QUEEN Comeragh Queen Festival from Thursday 28th

to 31st July. Thursday night Noreen Prendergast Memorial Walk from Ballinroad to Durrow Greenway at 7.30 p.m. Bus will leave Crotty’s for walkers at 6.30 p.m. Donations to Charity. Friday, 29th July Juvenille match in the GAA field at 6.00 p.m. Kilrossanty v Stradbally Mary Power Cup Under 14 followed by Clashmore v Kilrossanty in Junior Football for Crotty Cup. Monster Bingo in Crotty’s Inn afterwards. Prize money €1,500 just for this night. Time 8.30 p.m. sharp. Raffle for cash prizes also. Saturday, 30th July Sports evening in GAA field with lots of side shows including BBQ and live music, Donkey Derby and Auction race.

Entertainment in Crotty’s Inn, Paddy O’Brien and also music in Micilins with Pat carpenter. Refreshments served. Sunday, 31st July Final of the Comeragh Queen Festival with the Queens on stage and the crowning of the Comeragh Queen 2016. Music by Gerry Walsh and Dallas with special guest Mary Prendergast. Admission is €10. Comeragh Queen festival is sponsored by Heineken and Comeragh Oil. HURLERS Well done to Waterford hurlers on their win over Wexford. They now meet Kilkenny on August 7th in the semi-final. THANKS Thanks to all who contributed to the Wheelchair Association collection last weekend.

Modeligo DUCK DERBY 2016 The Modeligo Pattern annual Duck Derby goes ahead on this Thursday, 28th July at 6.30 p.m. at O’Keeffe’s Bridge.The owner of the first Duck to cross the line will get €200, Second will get €100 and Third will get €75. Please come along and support. A few ducks are still available at €5 from committee AMERICAN TEA PARTY The GAA club held their American Tea Party in the Community Centre on last

Saturday. A Great night was had by all and a big thank you to all the hosts who provided the food. FIELD AND ASTRO TURF Anyone who wishes to book the field or the Astro turf please contact John Power on 087-2834600. LOTTO RESULTS 23rd JULY, 2016 Numbers drawn were5, 6 and 26. No winner. €25 winners - Chrisse Walsh, Nell Dalton, Billy Nugent and Brendan Fitzgerald. Next Week’s Jackpot €1,000.

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Marie and Alan Mulcahy, John Curran, Ellie Mulcahy and Alan Mulcahy. [John Power]

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise FÓGRA UISCE A FHIUCHADH – AN RINN / CEANN HEILBHIC De réir comhairle ó Fheidhmeannacht na Seirbhíse Sláinte, agus ar mhaithe le sláinte an phobail tá Fógra Uisce a Fhiuchadh á eisiúint ag Uisce Éireann do réigiún na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic. Dá réir sin, moltar go ndéanfaidh úsáideoirí Scéim Soláthair Uisce Phoiblí na Rinne / Ceann Heilbhic uisce a fhiuchadh sula núsáidtear é. Ní mór duit Uisce a fhiuchadh sna cásanna seo a leanas: - Uisce Óil, -Deochanna a dhéantar le huisce, - Ullmhú sailéad agus bianna den tsamhail chéanna, i gcás nach ndéantar iad a chócaráil sula nitear iad, - Fiacla a scuabadh, - Oighear a dhéanamh. There is a boil water notice in effect for An Rinn / Ceann Heilbhic. Please ensure that you boil water before use, including for drinking, cooking, brushing teeth and making ice. SNÁMH URRAITHE CEANN HEILBHIC Beidh an 22ú Snámh Urraithe Bhliantúil i gCeann Heilbhic, ar mhaithe leis an Bád Tarrthála i gCeann Heilbhic ar siúl Dé Domhnaigh 14ú Lúnasa. Is féidir clárú anois don snámh. Beidh an snámh agus an BBQ ag tosnú ag 1i.n. Beidh snámh 2km agus 4km ar siúl.Tuilleadh eolais: 0 8 7 - 8 2 1 0 4 2 0 ; ofclancy@gmail.com The 22nd Annual Sponsored Swim in Ceann Heilbhic, in aid of the Heilbhic Lifeboat Station, will take place on the 14th August. The swim is now open for registration. The swim and BBQ will start at 1pm.There will be a 2k and a 4k swim. Further

Information: 087-8210420; ofclancy@gmail.com”. TIGH AN CHEOIL Beidh Féile na nÓisrí ar siúl i dTigh an Cheoil thar an deireadh seachtaine fada ón 29 Iúil go dtí 01 Lúnasa. Beidh seisiún cheoil agus amhránaíocht traidisiúnta le Paddy Tutty, Derek Morrissy agus Seán Ó Fearghail ar siúl Dé hAoine ag 10.30 i.n. Beidh ceol le Indigo Blue Dé Satharn ag a 10 i.n. Beidh Húlaí agus Full Circle ag casadh ceoil Dé Domhnaigh ón a 2 i.n. Beidh Frankie Gavin i dTigh an Cheoil, Dé Luain 1 Lúnasa. Ticéad ar fáil ar €15, beidh sé ag tosnú thart ar 8.15 i.n. Beidh Steve Cooney, Dermot Byrne agus Bríd Harper i dTigh an Cheoil Dé Domhnaigh, 7 Lúnasa. DAONSCOIL NA MUMHAN Seachtain de léachtaí, d'imeachtaí, de chraic is de chaidreamh, a reachtáiltear i gColáiste na Rinne, Rinn Ó gCuanach sna Déise gach Lúnasa, atá i gceist le Daonscoil na Mumhan. Beidh sé ar siúl idir 14 - 19 Lúnasa. Tá suaimhneas ar leith le brath ar sheachtain na Daonscoile in Oirdheisceart na Gréine gach Lúnasa. Suite mar atá sé ar imeall na farraige tá deiseanna siúlóide ag sméideadh ó gach taobh. Bíonn dreamanna beaga le feiscint ag siúl leo gach am den lá. Siúlóid mhall shuaimhneach nó a mhalairt, tá slite fíorthaitneamhacha sa Rinn don siúlóir. Tuilleadh eolais: Míchéal Ó Drisleáin 0 8 7 - 7 9 3 8 7 0 9 , micheal@anr inn.com, w w w. d a o n s c o i l n a mumhan.com COMHDHÁIL – COLÁISTE NA RINNE Beidh comhdháil i gColáiste na Rinne, An

Rinn ar oidhreacht an t-éirí amach. Beidh sé ar siúl ón 30ú Meán Fómhair go dtí an 2ú Deireadh Fómhair. CLG NA RINNE Comhgháirdeachas go dtí Iománaithe na Rinne a bhuaigh Corn William Nugent thíos i gCarraig na Siúire. An Rinn 3-18 Carrick Swans 2-16. COMHGHAIRDEAS Tháinig Ríona Ní Chadhain ó Rinn Ua gCuanach sa chéad áit san amhránaíocht faoi 15 ag Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan, agus gan í ach 12 bliana d'aois! Ar aghaidh léi anois go Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Inis. Comhghairdeas léi, a chlann agus a múinteoir amhránaíochta! AN GHAELTACHT CLG - TREALLAMH DARA LÁIMHE Tá An Ghaeltacht ag lorg treallamh CLG dara láimhe atá agat sa mbaile! Camáin, clogaid, buataisí, láimhíní srl. Is féidir linn an treallamh seo a úsáid sna scoileanna agus bheadh sé thar a bheith úsáideach. Labhair le coach do pháiste má tá aon rud agat. Is féidir treallamh a fhágaint leis na coaches ag Halla Pobail Na Rinne aon oíche Aoine. An Ghaeltacht CLG are looking for any used GAA equipment you have at home! Hurleys, helmets, boots, gloves etc. We could restore and use this equipment in the schools and it could prove very useful. Please speak with your child’s coach if you have anything. Equipment can be left with the coaches at the Friday night sessions in Halla Pobaile Na Rinne. CUIBHRINN SA SEAN PHOBAL Tá Coiste Cuibhrinn na nDéise ag lorg treallamh gharraíodóireachta dara láimhe. Má tá aon treallamh

agat nach bhfuil uait a thuilleadh, tabhair go dtí na cuibhrinn sa Sean Phobal é. Potaí, tráidire síolta agus síolta go háirithe. Tuilleadh eolais: 087-0569907. The Allotments Committee in An Sean Phobal are seeking donations of any unwanted gardening equipment. Including pots of any size/seed-trays/seeds etc.To be brought to the allotments. Further information: 087-0569907. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ó Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 9r.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 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn / An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Seanphobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar Twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

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Grúpa Ceoil Húlaí faoi 15 a ghlac páirt i bhFleadh Cheoil na Mumhan i Lios Tuathail le déanaí. The U15 Húlaí Grúpa Cheoil pictured in Listowel at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan.

Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ ag Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan BHÍ ionadaíocht iontach ag Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann ag Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan i Lios Tuathail, Co Chiarraí le déanaí. Idir bhannaí céilí, ghrúpaí ceoil agus iomaitheoirí aonaracha, ghlac os cionn 30 pháiste áitiúil páirt sna comórtaisí éagsúla agus d’éirigh go han-mhaith leo ar fad. Comhghairdeachas faoi leith le Ríona Ní Chadhain ón Rinn, a tháinig sa chéad áit san Amhránaíocht Ghaeilge faoi 15, agus le Meadhbh Nic Gearailt, a bhfuair moladh sa chomórtas d’Amhráin Nua-Chumtha Ghaeilge. Beidh an bheirt chailín ag dul ar aghaidh chun páirt a ghlacadh i bhFleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Inis, Co an Chláir an mhí seo chugainn. Go n-éirí ádh libh beirt ón mBrainse ar fad!! Comhghairdeachas chomh maith le gach duine a ghlac páirt i gcomórtaisí eile aonair amhránaíochta agus ceol – táimid bródúil asaibh ar fad. Bhí Banna Céilí agus Grúpa Cheoil againn sna comórtaisí faoi 12 agus 12-15 agus sheinn siad ar fad go binn agus ba léir gur bhain siad taitneamh as a bheith ag seinnt ar an stáitse. Comhghairdeachas leis na páistí ar

fad a ghlac páirt sna grúpaí seo – dheineadar an-chleachtadh agus b’iontach an taithí dóibh a bheith páirteach i bhFleadh Cheoil na Mumhan. Beidh roinnt des na baill ag glacadh páirte sa 6ú Champa Samhraidh Húlaí Lúnasa, a bheidh ar siúl i Meánscoil San Nioclás sa Rinn ón 2-5 Lúnasa. Tá eagraí an champa, Mary Rafferty ag súil go mbeidh campa iontach ann arís i mbliana, go háirithe anois mar go mbeidh Húlaí in ann úsáid a bhaint as an gcláirseach nua atá faighte, a bhuíochas le deontas ó Oifig Ealaíon Chomhairle Cathrach & Contae Phort Láirge agus le tacaíocht ó Chomhlucht Forbartha na nDéise. Don chéad uair anois beidh ranganna cláirseach á reachtáil ag Campa Húlaí agus súil ag Mary go mbeidh na páistí á seinnt ag an bhFleadh Cheoil an bhliain seo chugainn! Tá sí ag súil le os cionn trí scór dalta ag Campa Samhraidh Húlaí, chun sult agus spaoi a bhaint as ranganna drámaíochta, ealaíne, rince, bodhráin, grúpaí ceol agus cláirseach. Beidh gnáth Ranganna Ceol Húlaí ag tosnú arís i Meán Fómhair agus is féidir a thuilleadh eolais futhu seo a fháil ag

www.hulai.ie nó trí ghlaoch ar Mary Rafferty ar 087 2714671. Beidh seisiúin cheol míosúla Chraobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ ag tosnú thar nais i Meán Fómhair tar éis bhriseadh an tsamhraidh – sonraí le teacht. Mar is gnáth, beidh fáilte roimh cheoltóirí agus amhránaithe óga teacht agus páirt a ghlacadh sna seisiúin seo. Má tá a thuilleadh eolais uait mar gheall ar aon ghné den mBrainse, nó má tá suim agat ballraíocht a ghlacadh linn, is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh le Rúnaí Chraobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ, Yvonne Uí Chadhain ar (087) 4101718. GAELTACHT NA NDÉISE BRANCH OF COMHALTAS CEOLTÓIRÍ ÉIREANN AT THE MUNSTER FLEADH The Branch had strong representation at Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan in Listowel, Co Kerry recently. We had céilí bands, music groups and individual contestants taking part in various competitions and all of them did our Branch proud. Special congratulations to Branch mem-

bers Ríona Ní Chadhain from An Rinn, who won the Under 15 Sean-nós Singing Competition, and Meadhbh Nic Gearailt, who was recommended in the NewlyComposed Songs in Irish competition. Both Ríona and Meadhbh will be going to Ennis, Co Clare next month to take part in the AllIreland Fleadh. Best of luck to you both from all in the Branch! Congratulations also to everyone who took part in solo music and singing competitions – we are very proud of you all. The Branch was represented by Céilí Bands and Grúpaí Ceoil (Music Groups) in the under 12 and 12-15 competitions, and all our musicians played really well, showing spirit and enjoyment on the stage. Congratulations to all our Band musicians – you made everyone proud and we hope you enjoyed the wonderful experience of partaking in Fleadh Cheoil na Mumhan. Some of our members will be taking part in the 6th Húlaí Lúnasa Summer Camp, which takes place in Meánscoil San Nioclás, An Rinn from the 2-5 August, where children are immersed in Irish culture through

song, drama, dance, art and music. Organiser Mary Rafferty is looking forward to welcoming more than 60 children to another enjoyable and successful Camp, particularly as Húlaí will now have the use of a new harp, thanks to grant assistance from the Arts Office of Waterford City & County Council, with the support of Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise. For the first time Húlaí will offer harp classes and Mary hopes that the children will be playing the harp at next year’s Fleadh Cheoil. Weekly Húlaí classes will re-commence in September and you can get further information at www.hulai.ie or by calling Mary Rafferty on 087 2714671. The Gaeltacht na nDéise Branch’s monthly sessions will start back in September following the summer break – details to follow. As usual, young musicians and singers are invited to come along to take part in the session, both members of the branch and anyone else who would like to join in. For further information on any aspect of the Branch you can contact the Secretary of Craobh Ghaeltacht na nDéise CCÉ,Yvonne Uí Chadhain on (087) 4101718.

Ad for Trad enters its third year! AS I continually hammer home to you all in these pages, we are totally spoiled in this area when it comes to music, not to mention drama, dance, musical theatre and poetry. So it is very easy to take for granted all the wonderful sessions we have here, not to mention the gigs and concerts, the incredible Irish nights and evenings of culture – all the evocative and inspiring opportunities for storytelling, music, dancing and singing that are constantly on offer in this particularly richly blessed part of the Sunny South East. Now with the increased emphasis on the importance of history, heritage, story and culture on this historic East Coast as opposed to the Wild Atlantic Way, we would hope that more people become aware of, and appreciate fully, all the rich important coastline, but especially the Dungarvan area, which truly abounds more than most with fantastic music, story and song and is super-abundantly alive with talent and virtuosity. With all this in mind, we are updating the local traditional gig guide, the “Ad for Trad” for Summer 2016, and importantly for you all, we are having a launch night, in the

Seanachaí Bar & Restaurant, famed for their great food and atmosphere – Any excuse for a party of course! The music for the launch will be provided by the amazing force of nature that is Caoimhín Ó Fearghaill, master exponent of the uilleann pipes, flute, whistle, bouzouki, guitar and of course voice. He's a marvel! Again, as usual, fabulous finger food will be provided by Mags and Johnny, famed for delicious food far and wide. Immediately after the launch the usual “Storyville” session will begin around the traditional open fireplace. This session is absolutely unique in the area since it particularly focusses attention on, and features, storytelling as part of the normal music and song programme. This is because the name of the restaurant / pub is “Seanachaí”, which is the Irish for “Storyteller”. Even more importantly as you go back further in Irish history the more comprehensive was the function of the traditional “Seanachaí”. He was not just a raconteur, a story teller – he was the custodian of all the

secrets, myths, fables, beliefs, family histories of all the members of the clan, and as such he was a man of untold importance in the clan and worthy of, and given, huge respect. Unlike today when storytellers are frowned upon and despised; called old-fashioned, stage-Irish, fuddy-duddy and outmoded. It is true that the Seanachaí belongs to an older time but that is all the more reason he should be valued and treasured, as a reminder of our glorious past and of the rich treasure – trove that is our history. So it is of huge importance to the area that there is at least one regular session giving attention to this ancient and revered mode of preserving and recounting our history in the time-honoured oral manner, handed down for years in the Gaelic tradition and, indeed, maintained at great personal danger to life and limb in the face of oppression from various foreign invaders and tyrants. This age-old technique of passing on our history orally should and must be preserved for as long as possible. Now, of course, the new tyrant, the new enemy, is the ubiquitous screen. People are more interested in elec-

tronic messaging now and the most glorious sound in creation, the human voice, is becoming criminally undervalued. So come along for the launch and the session and do your bit to preserve and maintain that one great gift that the Irish have always been famed for - “the gift of the gab”. We've always been great talkers so give your thumbs a rest and give pride of place to that underused organ, the tongue. As I always say give the tongue the “thumbs up”. Turn off your screen and listen to the music of what happens around you, the music of life, the sound of sympathy, the voice of experience. Come listen, sing, speak and of course enjoy the free food and wonderful warm hospitality of the old-world country cottage that is the Seanachaí pub, a genuine reclaimed thatch cottage from hundreds of years ago. And, of course, also, support the highly important achievement of having a comprehensive guide available for tourists and locals alike, to all the traditional music, song and story in this gorgeous area teaming with talent, bursting with brilliance.

We would really like to thank all those local businesses that contributed to the “Ad for Trad” and everyone that helped in the production of it. It is a great asset to the town of Dungarvan and the surrounding area and so deserves your very best support. Come along to the launch and subsequently, do your best to distribute this really helpful pamphlet far and wide to the very best of your ability. It only works if the very maximum amount of people gain access to it. So display it, pass it on, tell people where to find it. Everyone in the area and all coming in from outside will benefit from your endeavours in this respect. So share the love. Pass it on. Support your local culture. Don’t let it die after we have preserved it for so many centuries. This should particularly be remembered in this the centenary of the great sacrifice made for our liberty and independence in 1916. So don’t forget: “Ad for Trad 2016” launch at Seanachaí on Friday, July 29th at 7.30 p.m. For more info go to the DUNGARVAN SINGERS CLUB facebook page or website. Like. Share. Whatever. But don’t let our culture die.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

West Waterford KINSALEBEG MACRA NEWS Congratulations: On behalf of all in Kinsalebeg Macra congratulations to club member and officer Aileen Barron and Colm Lyons on the occasion of their recent marriage. Best wishes to you both from all in Kinsalebeg Macra. AGLISH/BALLINAMEELA/ MOUNT STUART PARISH Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament each week in our Parish as follows: Ballinameela - Tuesday 2.00 p.m. to 3.00 p.m.; Aglish Wednesday 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon. WEDDING BELLS BARRON – LYONS Our beautiful Church of St. Bartholomew in Piltown was the setting for the very pretty wedding of Aileen Barron, daughter of Murty and Breda, Kilmaloo and Kilkenny man Colm Lyons on Thursday last July 21st. Our Parish Priest Fr. Maurice O’Gorman officiated at the nuptial Mass and the wonderful music and singing was provided by Aoife Doyle, Eoghan McArdle, Anna, Brid and Eoin Lyons greatly enhanced the ceremony. Her Matron of Honour Noreen McGrath and bridesmaid Aoife Walsh assisted the bride. Best Man was Eoin Lyons and Groomsman was P.J. O’Keeffe. To celebrate their marriage Aileen and Colm were joined by family and friends for their wedding reception at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island, Cork, where a great night was had by all. Congratulations and best wishes Aileen and Colm, we wish you a long and happy life and every happi-

ness in the future from all your family and friends. DR. JOE MEEHAN 5K As the days roll into weeks and now the weeks are beginning to roll into months, since the death of our dearly loved GP Dr. Joe Meehan, the huge enormity of his loss is really only beginning to dawn here in the West Waterford community. So much of what he did on a daily basis went far and beyond his duties as a GP. No doubt his role as a community Doctor also gave him a greater insight in to the struggles of daily life for so many people. Perhaps too this was why the wonderful charity of St. Vincent De Paul was so close to his heart. So in honour of Dr. Joe, the inaugural Dr. Joe Meehan Memorial 5k walk in aid of the St. Declan’s Conference of SVP and Marymount Hospice will take place on Bank Holiday Monday around the village of Ardmore at 2.00 p.m. For those wishing to support the walk but feel it might be a little too far for them, fear not there will be a number of options to take shorter routes and these will be posted up on the day, giving everyone the opportunity to support this wonderful event so do come out and support us on Bank Holiday Monday JIMMY BUCKLEY IN CONCERT Don’t forget also that Jimmy Buckley and his band will play in Concert in St. Declan’s Church on August 5th, and this is also in aid of the local branch of SVP. Tickets are priced at just €20 and they are available from John on 0862330810.

SOURCE TO SEA KAYAKING The following letter of thanks was recently received by the “Source to Sea Kayaking group who raised with the help of all of you who supported them a fantastic €6,431.26 for the “Charity Suicide or Survive Ltd.” Stonebridge House, Stonebridge Close, Shankill, Co. Dublin and I quote… “To everyone involved in the Source to Sea Kayaking Fundraiser” What a fantastic achievement from all the team in Suicide or Survive we would like to say a heartfelt thank you, to your community and to every single person involved we are so aware that it took the commitment and dedication of so many people to make this event possible and for this we are truly appreciative. The incredible amount of €6,431.26 which you raised will go towards the delivery of our innovative and life changing programmes in County Waterford and further afield. The continuous feedback from our programmes throughout the year has been excellent and we know they are having a positive impact in communities. Thank you! We have enclosed our infograph with information on what we do and where we do it with whom and what people say about the programmes. Wishing you all a relaxing Summer. Caroline McGuigan CEO and all the team in Suicide or Survive. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO Jackpot €6,600 - The weekly Clashmore / Kinsalebeg GAA Lotto draw took place on Monday night

last, July 25th. Our numbers this week were 10, 13, 19 and 28.We had no Match Four winner. Our lucky €20 each Spot Prize winners were: Hannah Lucas, Brid Buckley,Village View; Liam Flynn c/o M. Lynch; Donal O’Connor, Coolbagh and Colette Bereford. Our next draw takes place at the Old Still Bar on Monday night, August 1st, when our Jackpot will be €6,600. Thank you to everyone for your support and congratulations to all our winners. CLASHMORE 45 DRIVE Clashmore 45 Drive on Monday night, July 25th. Our weekly 45 Drive took place at the Decies Bar, Clashmore. 1st prize jointly on eight games were Martin Lynch and Pat O’Halloran; Mary Ann and Bobby Connery. In third place on seven games we had Derry Cotter and Paul O’Connell. Best of the Last Five were Jim McGrath and Jack Douris. Our lucky last game winners were Aine Curran and Roger Hynes; Una Kenneally and Margaret Leahy; Tom Osborne and John Motherway. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your support. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO RESULTS Our Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draw results for Sunday night last, July 24th.The letters drawn were C, V, J and K. We had no winner of our Jackpot so next week it will be €1,400, when our draw takes place on Sunday night. €20 each goes to Helen Collins, Mary Ann Troy and Lauren Collins. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support.

100 Reasons to Celebrate EARLIER this week, I felt very proud and privileged to get a personal phone call from a lady I have always so greatly loved and admired inviting us all to her upcoming birthday celebration. It’s not every day I and you (our readers) get an open invitation to a 100th birthday celebration. On Thursday next, August 4th this remarkable birthday lady Mrs. Mary Dower invites you all to join her for celebration of her 100th Birthday with Mass at 7.30 p.m. in St. Cronin’s Church, Clashmore, followed by light refreshments and music afterwards in the Decies Bar, Clashmore.

Clashmore Lourdes Fund Thank You

Cheque presentation to the Lourdes fund.

CLASHMORE Lourdes Invalid Fund would like to extend a very sincere Thank You to all the members of Clashmore/Kinsalebeg and Ardmore Gun Club for their very generous donation of €400, which they very kindly presented us with last week. The cheque was the proceeds of their annual Clay Memorial shoot held in honour of Christy Faherty and Edmond Ledingham.Thanks also every one who took part in the shoot the landowners Orla Faherty and family who provided refreshments and anyone who helped in any way to contribute to the success of the shoot Each year, Clashmore Lourdes committee sends at least two members of this community to Lourdes - a trip that brings great peace to comfort to those seeking healing. Thanks to this very generous donation the Clashmore Lourdes committee are well on the way to funding the costs of sending pilgrims on the 2017 pilgrimage so thanks again to the gun club, your donations is very much appreciated by all of us in the Lourdes committee.

COUNTY NEWS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

What on Earth is Biodiversity? DECLINING biodiversity is now a concern for many reasons. One third of all our food - fruits and vegetables would not exist without pollinators visiting flowers. But honey-bees, the primary species that fertilizes foodproducing plants, have suffered dramatic declines in recent years, mostly from afflictions introduced by humans. One third of our bee species are threatened with extinction from Ireland. The Copper Coast Geopark Biodiversity Project is a collaborative project, bringing together Tidy Town groups and the National Schools in the Copper Coast Geopark in association with the Irish Wildlife Trust to raise awareness of the importance and benefits of biodiversity, and the importance of protecting our bees. The community groups involved in the project are the Copper Coast Scout Group in Annestown, the Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre, Knockmahon and Seafield National Schools in Bunmahon, Fenor National School, Kill National School, Our Lady of Mercy and St. James National Schools in Stradbally, Ballyduff National School and Glór na Mara National School. The project is led by the Copper Coast Geopark team, consisting of Alan Walshe, Waterford representative for the Irish Wildlife Trust, Lauren Browne, Local Ecologist, and Catherine Kavanagh, Visitor Centre Manager, Copper Coast Geopark. The wild flower seeds for the project were kindly sponsored by Glanbia CountryLife, Dungarvan. There were three phases in the project. In the first phase, the Tidy Town committees from each of the villages selected a site for the project in each of the com-

munities. They then marked out and prepared the sites, clearing grass for the project. The team then visited each of the community groups and schools to explain the project to the children involved. The second phase of the project included a visit to each of the community groups and their sites in February. Each site was divided in two and one side was left to grow wild, and the second side was planted with wild flowers seeds. A Community Day was held in Boatstrand on Saturday 27th February for all those involved in the project, and was open to the public for people to come along and learn about the importance of biodiversity in our lives and on how to improve it in your own garden. In the third phase of the project, a final audit took place. The results of these audits have been collated, analysed and a report compiled, and the results of the project shared with all schools, communities and project stakeholders. The results of the project were stunning and showed that by simply sowing wild flowers, and introducing as much colour as possible into this,

that we can provide a healthy habitat for our bees. On completion of the project, each of the participating groups was presented with a Certificate of Participation and a Biodiversity Pack containing an ‘Identification Guide to Ireland’s Bumble Bees’ along with a copy of the ‘AllIreland Junior Pollinator Plan’, courtesy of the National Biodiversity Data Centre, and a copy of CJ Wildlife’s - ‘Attract More Wildlife to Your Garden’. The project at every stage was met with incredible enthusiasm and interest from the children and their teachers and group leaders. Alan Walshe explained the concept of biodiversity and how our plants, animals, insects, birds and micro-organisms live and work together, and how we can best contribute to and protect this eco-system that is our source of water, food, medicine, and other natural resources such as wood, fuel and metals that we need to live. Alan Walshe, the project leader says ‘Nature conservation starts with education on the importance of pollinators and how we need to protect them for our survival.’

Seafield NS 'AFTER' Project.

Alan Walshe with students from Knockmahon National School with their Certificate and presentation pack.

Students from Kill National School learn about biodiversity.

Students from Fenor National School with teacher Pat Murphy.

Our Lady of Mercy National School, Stradbally –Students learn about biodiversity with Alan Walshe.

Seafield National School students ‘BEFORE’ Project.

St. James National School Stradbally in the classroom learning about biodiversity.

KILMEADEN VINTAGE TRACTOR RUN 2016

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Edmond Murphy and John Fitzgerald.

[John Power]

Pat Fitzgerald, Kilbrien.

[John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were John McGrath, Paul McGrath, Pat Fitzgerald, James and Molly Barry, Michelle O'Brien. [John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Jimmy Dunne, Kenneth Kearns and Martin Fitzgerald who are busy organising the Kilmacthomas Vintage Tractor Run in aid of Robert Downey “Wish to Walk” fund which takes place on the 31st July at 12.00 noon. [John Power]

Theresa and Hazel Fitzgerald.

[John Power]

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre were Committee Members and Solas Volunteers with Solas Director Tracey McDaid.

[John Power]

KILMEADEN VINTAGE TRACTOR RUN 2016

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Pictured at the Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Run 2016 the proceeds of which goes to the Solas Centre was Harry Barden. [John Power]

Sarah Fitzgerald.

David and Tommy Power.

Katie and Ben Power.

Amelia O'Sullivan.

[John Power]

John Maloney and John Maloney Snr.

[John Power]

Leah, Ella and Sarah Dalton.

[John Power]

Emma O'Leary, Val Bagge and Leon O'Driscoll.

[John Power]

Sally, Eve, Lucy and Beth Mulhall.

[John Power]

Evan and Issac O'Sullivan.

[John Power]

Aileeen and OisÃn Mulhall.

[John Power]

KELLOGG’S CÚL CAMP

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Full Group at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Cappoquin's GAA Grounds with special guests Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

11 to 12 year old Group with Coach Kevin Daly at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Cappoquin's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

9 to 10 year old Group with Coach Brian Murphy at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Cappoquin's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

8 to 9 year old Group with Coach Lorraine Bray at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Cappoquin's [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games.

6 to 7 year old Group with Coach Michael Kearney at the Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Cappoquin's GAA Grounds organised by [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] the Waterford Coaching & Games.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

KELLOGG’S CÚL CAMP

5 to 6 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coaches Roisin Tobin and Molly Curran at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

9 to 10 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coach Simon Power at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

7 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coach Sean Tobin at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

12 to 13 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coaches Ruairi Conway and Barry Dunne at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

10 to 11 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coach John Havens at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

LETTERS/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.

Restricting Election Posters Dear Editor, In light of the recent decision of South Dublin County Council to restrict election posters to designated areas (thejournal.ie, 15/07/2016), Waterford City and County Council should follow suit. Every general, local and EU election in Waterford marks the perennial vandalisation of the county with vacuous portraits of our dear political hopefuls. It is an insult to the wits of the voting public that they may be swayed by such a tactic. But it is a shame that we allow them to do this year after year. I recognise that it is important for candidates to be given a platform to express their views, which will allow constituents to make informed decisions on how they should vote. However, it is less clear to me how a candidate's cheesy grin plastered along every by-road in the county, will help me choose my vote. While it is the responsibility of voters to inform themselves and the responsibility of the candidates to promote their stance, as a community we should facilitate such a process without blighting our beautiful countryside. Yours sincerely, JAMIE CULLINAN Touraneena

Sea Kayaking Fundraiser To everyone involved in the Source to Sea Kayaking Fundraiser, What a fantastic achievement! From all the team in Suicide or Survive we would like to say a heartfelt thank you to your community and to every single person involved. We are so aware that it took the commitment and dedication of so many people to make this event possible, and for this we are truly appreciative. The incredible amount of €6,431.26 which you raised will go towards the delivery of our innovative and life-changing programmes in County Waterford and further afield. The continuous feedback from our programmes throughout the year has been excellent and we know they are having a positive impact in communities. Thank You! Wishing you all a relaxing Summer. Caroline McGuigan,CEO, and all the team in Suicide or Survive

Thank You from the Three Sisters Bid Team

The 13th was a beautiful day and the energy and commitment from everyone involved was overwhelming.The interview was challenging but the team performed really well and we felt “we left nothing on the pitch” and whatever the outcome we had done the region proud. Unfortunately for us the Jury chose Galway. There could only be one winner, but we were very optimistic and so the result was very disappointing. Now a few days later, the support for what we have done is undiminished and everyone wants to continue what we have started. We have developed a strong identity, generated pride among our citizens and we have created a region. Thank you for all your support and assistance. Whether you submitted an idea, volunteered your time and energy, came to our meetings, followed us on social media, or supported us in any way, thank you. We are now regrouping and considering how we will go forward. We have come such a long way we can’t go back. Over the next couple of weeks we will meet and map out how we will proceed together and will engage more fully with the cultural sector in September. We may not be the ECoC but with your continued support we will be a region of culture.

Just think of it! ‘MY words go up, my thoughts remain below. Words without thoughts never to heaven go’. Isn’t it ironic that William Shakespeare, writing in the time when the Catholic Church was being cruelly persecuted in the England of Elizabeth I, was able to express so succinctly what is the essence of prayer: a raising of the heart and mind to God. It is so easy to allow ‘saying prayers’ to be used as a substitute for real prayer. ‘Saying prayers’ is essentially saying words, but if these words to not link us with God, don’t lead us to have a sense of the reality of God, then there’s a great danger that we’ll even give up the saying of prayers, deciding that it’s all a waste of time. I wonder is this the reason why some people can give up going to Mass and don’t feel that they’re missing anything. ‘It never did anything for me: just a lot of words’.We have to engage with God, and that calls for a definite effort. If lifting your thoughts to God and keeping them here is difficult at the best of times, the difficulty reaches its climax when it comes to saying the Rosary. Because the Rosary is so repetitive, the Hail Mary fifty times, it’s no wonder that you can find that the only people who didn’t come into your thoughts while you’re saying it are God and the Blessed Mother. It’s well I know it! Anything I’ve forgotten to do during the day I’ll remember it during the Rosary! To say even one part of one decade well demands a very deliberate effort. To say it slowly, that helps; it also helps to say it in instalments, a decade now and another decade later on, and so on. But undoubtedly the best help is to picture yourself in the scriptural scene of the mystery, make yourself one of the actors in the scene, and wait for the Lord to speak, to you there. It’s harder work, but it’s definitely better then rattling off a whole lot of Hail Mary’s while your mind is miles away. Fr. Robert Arthure, Co. Waterford.

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MAURICE ANTHONY BUTLER 16 Caseyville, Dungarvan It is with deep sadness we record the passing of Maurice Anthony Butler, 16 Caseyville, Dungarvan, which sad event occurred on Saturday, 18th June, 2016, at Waterford University Hospital. Mossie was born in Dungarvan on 6th January, 1943. He worked in the Apple factory, the Creamery and the Leather factory. He also spent some time in the UK and in Ballinacourty. He worked with farmers around the county and was held in high esteem by all. A talented handball player, Mossie won All-Irelands and numerous gold medals, he continued handball until a few weeks prior to his illness. His greatest joy in life were his three sons Philip, Daniel and Anthony. He took great pride in their lives and he loved to relay their achievements, they will miss him dearly. He kept and bred Canaries in an Aviary in his garden and there was nothing he didn’t know about the birds. He was a keen gardener and grew his own potatoes and vegetables. He loved wildlife and all animals and he kept rabbits and Guinea pigs. Mossie’s failing health progressed very quickly as he was not one to complain he bore his final illness with true Christian fortitude always thinking of others. His passing leaves a void in the lives of those who loved him and he will be truly missed. May he rest in peace. His remains were removed from Drohan’s Funeral Home on Tuesday evening to St. Mary’s Parish Church where they were received and blessed on arrival by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A. Requiem Mass was celebrated by Fr. Cooney, O.S.A., assisted by Fr. Ryan, P.P., followed by interment in the old Churchyard cemetery in the presence of a large and representative gathering of mourners. The lesson was read by Kelly Cantwell, Vicky Organ, Shonagh Lyons and Tara Hayes. Offertory Gifts were brought to the Altar by Tirna Lyons, God-daughter (handball); Chloe Butler-Lynch, granddaughter (book on birds); Bread and Wine by Josie (sister) and Trisha Lyons (sister-in-law). Appropriate music and hymns by Sarah Szucs. The chief mourners were Philip, Daniel and Anthony (sons); Josie (sister); Noel, Danny and Paddy (brothers); Chloe and Gerard (grandchildren) and the Daly family, relatives and friends. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

PATRICK (Paddy) POWER Carrigcastle, Ballylaneen, Kilmacthomas With sadness we record the passing of Paddy Power which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 26th July, 2016. Reposing at his residence on Wednesday from 2.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. with Rosary at 8.00 p.m. Funeral Mass on Thursday at 12 noon in St. Anne’s Church, Ballylaneen. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. To his wife Mary and family we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JUST over two years ago we commenced a very interesting journey. We started to explore the idea of Waterford, Wexford and Kilkenny bidding as a partnership for the 2020 European Capital of Culture. With advice and input from across the region we prepared a feasibility study to examine the potential of our (sometime fractious) relationships developing into a positive regional possibility. In October 2014 the three Chief Executives and the three Councils took the brave step of committing to a partnership bid for the ECoC. This was a unique approach. Previously ECoC regional bids were led by one large city such as Essen for the Ruhr or Marseille & Provence. In our case, the Bid Team came from the three Local Authorities, the Cultural Steering group was drawn from the region and the Executive Board had equal representation from the three counties. During the short-listing phase there were many workshops with the cultural & community sector to define the bid title and themes, to develop the programme ideas and to write the Bid Book. On the 13th November, 2015 we were short-listed along with Galway and Limerick. Since early 2016 the Bid Team rolled out an extensive engagement process with priority groups across the region, including artists, minority communities and young people and with the general public. We developed a comprehensive cultural programme and the Regional Cultural Strategy.We started to build relationships with other ECoCs and partners across Europe and kicked off a marketing and PR plan. The pace of work was hectic and the response from everyone we connected with was incredibly supportive and engaging. Artists and community groups across the region developed ideas, the general public responded through social media and the business sector endorsed and supported what we were doing. The bid book was completed and submitted on the 17th June and then there was the Jury visit and interview on the 13th and 14th July.

St. Mary’s Parish Church, Dungarvan 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Ecclesiastes 1, 2, 2:21-23 - What does a man gain for all his toil? Colossians 3:1-5,9-11 - You must look for the things that are in heaven, where Christ is. Luke 12:13-21 - This hoard of yours, whose will it be? St. Declan’s Last Journey: ‘The Short Mile’: “When Declan realised that his last days were at hand his disciples brought him to his own city (the monastery), for it was not there he dwelt at the time but in a small venerable cell which he had ordered to be built for him between the hill called Ardmore Declain and the ocean – in a narrow place at the brink of the sea by which there flows down from the hill above a small shining stream about which are trees and bushes all around, and it is called in Irish Diseart Declain (Declan’s Hermitage). Thence to the city it is a short mile and the reason why Declan used go there was to avoid turmoil and noise

so that he might be able to read and pray and fast there. When Declan fell ill, he returned to his own city. He received the Body and Blood of Christ and the Sacraments of the Church, and he blessed his people and his dependents and his poor and he kissed them in token of love and peace. He was buried with honour in the tomb which he had himself indicated which moreover has wrought wonders and holy signs from that time to now.” (extract, abbreviated from The Life of Declan from the manuscript in the Royal Library, Brussels, which Franciscan Ml. Ó Clérig copied from the O’Heffernan ms. dated 1582). Parables/Stories of Mercy: St. Luke’s Gospel is sometimes called the Gospel of Mercy. There are 8 Parables of Mercy in it. They are the lost sheep, Lk 15:4-7; the lost coin, Lk 15:8-10; the prodigal son, Lk:15:11-

32; the two debtors and their creditors, Lk 7:41-43; the good Samaritan, Lk 10:25-37; the rich man and Lazarus, Lk 16:19-31; the unjust judge and the persistent widow Lk 18:1-8; and the Pharisee and the publican in the temple, Lk 18:9-14 (St. Mary’s Parish, Dungarvan, Holy Year of Mercy. Leaflet No. 4). Bank Holiday - Monday, 1st August Mass at 11.00 a.m. Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086-2334282.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

NÓIRÍN UÍ RÉAGÁIN (nee Power) Baile na nGall, An Rinn It is with a deep sense of loss and sadness in our hearts that we record the unexpected passing of Nóirín Uí Réagáin (nee Power), Baile na nGall, An Rinn, Dún Garbhán, Co. Phort Láirge, on 17th July, 2016, at University Hospital Waterford. Nóirín was born in Bawnacarrigawn (Kilossera), Dungarvan, on 7th June, 1944, to John and Bridget Power and was reared in the family home at Killosera, Dungarvan. She had four brothers Pat, Dec, Frank, Bill (RIP) and one sister Mary. She also had a half-brother Jackie (RIP) and a half-sister Brenda in the UK. Nóirín was educated at the Mercy Convent, Dungarvan, and worked in various places – The Square Grill, Costin Curran’s and she also worked in London and for a season in the Isle of Wight. Nóirín met the love of her life, Liam (Turc) Ó Réagáin, on St. Stephen’s Day in 1967 at a dance in Clashmore.They loved to dance. They married in 1969 and moved to Baile na nGall, An Rinn, where they set up home together and had five children, Deuglán, Sinéad, Bríd, Máiréad and Seán. Nóirín was a homemaker and was devoted to her family. She was very proud of her children and eleven grandchildren. Her door was never closed and she always had a hospitable welcome with a cup of tea and a bite to eat for neighbours, friends and relatives who called. It is many a great party herself and the Turc threw in the house and Nóirín was well known for her generosity and renowned for her generous measure of drink for visitors. Although Nóirín had been recently diagnosed with cancer, she never complained and always had a smile for everyone. The family had hoped that Nóirín would be with them for a few years yet, but she passed away unexpectedly on Sunday night to join her husband Liam, who predeceased her in 2003, and her good friend and neighbour Agnes Kenneally, who predeceased her only nineteen days previously on 28th June, 2016. On Monday, 18th July, Nóirín lay in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home where large crowds came to console the bereaved and bid farewell. An tAth. C. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P., led the recitation of the Rosary at 8.00 p.m. A very beautiful, meaningful and personal Funeral Mass, which represented all that was important in Nóirín’s life, took place in Séipéal San Nioclás at 12 noon on Tuesday. The Funeral Mass was officiated by An tAth. C. Ó Ceallaigh, S.P., and was assisted by Fr. F. O’Callaghan, O.S.A. Before Mass commenced, Nóirín’s grandchildren brought up offertory gifts which represented Nóirín’s life. The gifts included a deck of cards, which represented Nóirín’s love of the game 45; a DVD of Mrs. Brown’s Boys, representing Nóirín’s love of a good laugh and having fun; the key to Nóirín’s front door, which represented her open house to young and old, day and night; and a picture of Liam and Nóirín and their family, which represented Nóirín’s endless love for her children and grandchildren.The readings were read by Nóirín’s daughter Sinéad and her brother Frank and the Psalm was sung by Darren Ó Droma. Prayers of the Faithful were recited by her son Deuglán Ó Réagáin, grand-daughter Róisín Breathnach, nieces Geraldine Desmond and Justine Power and neighbour Seamus Hayes. Beautiful music and songs were performed by Cór Fear na nDéise during the Mass and as Nóirín was taken from the Church to her final resting place, Seán Mac Craith sang the Lakes of Pontchartrain, Nóirín’s favourite song. In front of a large gathering, Nóirín was laid to rest in the New Cemetery, An Rinn, with her late husband Liam on one side, and her good friend Agnes on the other side – neighbours in life and now neighbours in death. Nóirín’s family take some consolation from Nóirín’s passing in thinking of Nóirín and Liam dancing together again. We extend our sincere sympathy to Nóirín’s children Deuglán, Sinéad, Bríd, Máiréad and Seán; sons-in-law Nickey Walsh, Tony Hennerty and Florin Gagea; daughters-in-law Siobhán and Sabrina; grandchildren Róisín, Dean, Nathan, Liam, Nioclás, Ella, Diarmuid, Cean, Jack, Cathal and Max; her brothers Dec, Frank and Pat Power; sister Mary Marshall; half-sister Brenda Spears; sisters-in-law Anne and Peggy Power; her good friend Nora and all her nephews, nieces, extended family, friends and neighbours. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis. Month’s Mind Mass for Nóirín will be offered at 6.30 p.m. on Saturday, 3rd September, in Séipéal San Nioclás, An Rinn. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MAISIE DUNFORD Knockenpower Lower, Colligan With profound sorrow we record the passing of Maisie Dunford which sad event occurred on Saturday, 23rd July, 2016. Removal was from her residence on Monday morning to St. Anne’s Church, Colligan. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangement were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

OBITUARY THOMAS (Tom) COLEMAN Scrahan Upper, Kilmacthomas, and Newport, Wales It is with deep sadness we record the passing of Thomas (Tom) Coleman, Scrahan Upper, Kilmacthomas, and Newport, Wales, which sad event occurred on 13th June, 2016, after a short illness, aged 70. Tom was born on the 13th July, 1945, in Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford, to the late William and Mary Coleman (nee Power). The eldest son, and one of five children, he attended the Mercy Convent School and Currabaha National School in Kilmacthomas. Tom loved going to local dances and this is where he met Maureen. They married in 1968 and moved to Newport in Wales where they had two children, Mary and Paul. In later years Tom became a devoted grandfather to Connor, Caitlin, Callum and Ciaran. Tom was a playful, gentle father who worked hard as a Shuttering Carpenter. He loved a few things during his life, his family, his dogs, horse-racing, playing pool with his son Paul and his blue and white mini which he would take on his trips home to Kilmacthomas with Maureen, Mary and Paul and their two dogs. He took his father out sightseeing and spent as much time as possible with him and catching up with local friends. Tom had a close friend Stan and they often went on days out to Cardiff. His grandchildren Caitlin and Callum would laugh hysterically at his stories. He had a soft heart and he loved his family, brother, sisters and his parents. He will be loved and missed forever. Funeral service for Tom was held on Friday, July 8th, at St. Anne’s RC Church, Malpass, Newport. Symbols representing his life were presented to the Altar and before the final blessing Tom’s son-in-law Stephen delivered a eulogy recalling Tom’s life events and many humorous stories. Cremation took place at Gwent Crematorium, Wales. We extend our deepest sympathy to Tom’s daughter Mary; son Paul; son-in-law Stephen; daughter-in-law Lorna; grandchildren Connor, Caitlin, Callum and Ciaran; brother Willie Coleman (Kilmacthomas); sisters Peggy Whiting (Newport), Theresa Vaughan (Newport) and Breda Corbett (Stradbally); sister-in-law Chrissie; brother-in-law Mike; aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends.

MICHAEL O’BRIEN Dromana, Cappoquin It is with feelings of profound sadness and deep regret we record the passing of Michael O’Brien, Dromana, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, which sad event occurred peacefully on 19th July, 2016, in the tender and loving care of the staff at Dungarvan Community Hospital. Reposing at Walsh’s Funeral Home, Cappoquin, on Wednesday evening, funeral prayers and Rosary were recited by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., in the presence of Michael’s loving family, neighbours and friends. On Thursday evening Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., recited funeral prayers in the presence of his loving family and a large cortege of mourners before removal took place to St. James’ Church, Ballinameela. On arrival his remains were received and blessed by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. Arthure, P.E. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Friday by Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and was assisted by Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E. Readings during the Mass were recited by daughters-in-law Ann and Jillian O’Brien. Prayers of the Faithful were read by grand-daughter Linda O’Brien, niece Mary O’Brien, son James and daughter-in-law Mary O’Brien. Dina Walshe provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. The Offertory Gifts were presented to the Altar by grandchildren Clarice and Stephen O’Brien. Following Funeral Mass burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fr. G. O’Connor, P.P., and Rev. Fr. J. Kiely, P.E., officiated the graveside prayers where Michael was laid to rest in the presence of his loving family and a large cortege of mourners. May he rest in peace. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Joan (nee Ormonde); sons John, Kevin, Gerald, James and Peter; daughter Marie; brothers Johnny and Jimmy; sister Bridie Walsh; daughters-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

53 PATRICK (Pa) WRIGHT Portmarnock, Dublin, and formerly of Childers Estate, Dungarvan With deep regret and sadness we record the passing of Patrick (Pa) Wright, Portmarnock, Dublin, and formerly of Childers Estate which sad event occurred unexpectedly at the age of 39. Pa was born in England on 17th September, 1976, to his parents Paddy and Heather Wright, whom have both predeceased him. He was the youngest of three children and was idolised by his two older sisters Becky and Kathryn. In 1981 the family then moved back to his dad’s hometown, Dungarvan. Pa attended the Christian Brothers and continued his education at the Technical College, Dungarvan, however the academic side of life wasn’t Pa’s cup of tea so he left school early and started working in Stables, hence his love of horses. When he was twenty Pa returned to Harrogate and lived there with family members and pursued a career as a Chef. He then returned back to Ireland after seven years and continued to work as a Chef for some time but his love for the outdoor life changed his career path and Pa became a Tree Surgeon. Pa could turn his hand to anything and his sisters could always rely on him to do jobs around the house or garden. He was gifted with his hands and never complained, he was a hard worker and loved helping people. Pa loved to socialise and meet with his friends for a pint. He loved going to concerts with his brother-in-law Wacky, the Red Hot Chillie Peppers being their favourite. He loved family get-togethers, chatting and reminiscing about times gone by and had a brilliant memory and could remember many happy childhood times. Pa was very witty and always full of charm. Whilst living in Dungarvan, Pa became a dad to his beautiful daughter Ebony, whom he loved with all his heart. In recent years Pa moved to Dublin with his partner Deirdre and they had a little boy Olly whom he also adored. He was a devoted father, brother, partner, uncle, nephew, but most of all a true friend. On Thursday evening Pa lay in repose at his sister Becky’s residence. On Friday Sr. Mary, Carriglea Cairde Services, led the recitation of the Rosary where large crowds came to console the bereaved and bid farewell to Pa, a much loved character and friend. Removal took place on Saturday morning from his sister Becky’s residence to St. Mary’s Parish Church, led by a guard of honour by former Dungarvan Youth Club members, Springmeadow’s residents and Dublin Missing Persons Group. Requiem Mass was celebrated in thanksgiving for Pa’s life by Fr. W. Ryan, P.P.; Fr. N. Hassett, P.P., and Very Rev. Patrick Canon Carroll, Parish of Christ The King, Cabra, Dublin.The Liturgy of the Word was read by his partner De and aunt Jenny. The Prayers of the Faithful were recited by his nieces Emma and Clodagh, his nephew Jack and friend Nicole. Gifts with symbolic meaning in Pa’s life were narrated by his cousin Mary and were presented at the Altar by his daughter Ebony, a photo of his children, his son Olly and Mary presented one of Olly’s toys, his nephew Danny presented a picture of his much loved and missed Mum and Dad. Throughout the Mass the beautiful singing of Lorna Jane Murray was very moving and appropriate.The Bread and Wine were presented to the Altar by Dawn and Alex and a very moving eulogy was delivered by his sisters Becky and Kathryn before Pa was carried by his family and friends to his final resting place in the adjoining cemetery under the professional and compassionate Funeral Directors,Tom and James Drohan. Pa was bid a final farewell by a large cortege of mourners to his song of choice “Always Look On The Bright Side of Life”. The chief mourners are his children Ebony and Olly; sisters Becky and Kathryn; his partner Deirdre; brother-in-law Wacky; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, other relatives and friends. Pa’s Months Mind Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 7th August, at 12 noon in St. Mary’s Parish Church. “It’s OK not to be OK” – Pieta House. (Funeral arrangement were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

CATHERINE WALSH Kilnafrehan, Dungarvan With deep regret we record the passing of Catherine Walsh which sad event occurred on Thursday, 21st July, 2016. Removal was from her residence on Saturday morning to St. Gobnait’s Church, Kilgobinet. Following Funeral Mass on arrival burial took place in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangement were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 22 July, 2016

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Minister Creed launches Annual Review and Outlook for Agriculture Food and the Marine THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D., recently announced the publication of his Department’s Annual Review and Outlook for Agriculture Food & the Marine, 2015/2016. Welcoming the report the Minister said that 2015 continued to show the important role the agrifood sector plays in the Irish economy. “Figures for 2015 show that the sector is Ireland’s largest indigenous industry, contributing €26 billion in

turnover and generating 10.7% of all merchandise exports. In 2015 the sector accounted for around 8.4% of total employment, making a significant contribution to employment in rural and coastal areas and ensuring the continued viability of these areas”. Minister Creed also highlighted the publication of Food Wise 2025 last year, which sets out a ten year strategy for the agri-food sector. Minister Creed stated that “Food Wise 2025 sets out the key actions required

to maximise the contribution of the sector to economic growth, job creation and environmental sustainability over the next decade”. There are challenges ahead, in particular the consequences of the UK vote last month to exit the EU, as well as ongoing commodity price volatility. Nevertheless, global demand for safe, healthy and nutritious food is continuing to grow, and Ireland is a world leader in sustainable agri-food production. In the longer term, future

growth prospects remain very positive. Minister Creed stated, “This publication provides a reference for all those who are interested in the performance of the agrifood sector.” Minister Creed concluded “I look forward to the future development of the sector and its generation of benefits for farmers and rural Ireland, processors and manufacturers, agri-business and exporters, while protecting and enhancing our natural environment.”

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed T.D. with Aidan O'Driscoll, Secretary General at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, attending the launch of the Department's Annual Review & Outlook.

New EU deal is great news for Waterford farmers - COFFEY

G l o ba l a p p ea l a s c o u n td ow n i s o n to “ P l o u g h i n g 20 1 6 ” WITH two months to go to the staging of Europe’s largest outdoor event, preparations are well under way for this year’s National Ploughing Championships. There is a huge International element this year as countries from all over the world are exhibiting; this highlights the significance of “Ploughing” not just nationally but globally. NPA Managing Director Anna May McHugh said “It is great to see the phenomenal interest in the Ploughing Championships with countries such as Australia, France, UK, Netherlands, New Zealand, Czech Republic,

Germany, Canada and Belgium exhibiting. With 281,000 visitors attending last year and over 1,500 stands the Ploughing Championships is one of the market leading Agriculture Trade Fairs worldwide.” There will be an array of new exhibitors as well as hundreds of outstanding veteran companies showcasing their products and services in dynamic ways. The very latest models in agricultural machinery will be on display, prizewinning animals, a Forestry Village, Food Fair, an International Business Centre in the Innovation Arena and an extended Local

Enterprise Village with over 80 exhibitors as well as National Baking Competitions, Garden Displays, Fashion Shows and many topical seminars. An extended Trade Arena will see the return of the popular Tented Retail Village with demand necessitating the return of the “Dome” the biggest Arcade ever, with over 120 exhibitors displaying in the one arena plus hundreds more located in specialist Pavilions. The National Ploughing Championships taking place from September 20th to 22nd in Screggan, Tullamore, Co. Offlay is not to be missed.

FINE Gael Waterford Senator Paudie Coffey, has said that a new EU deal worth €11.1 million to Ireland is great news for Waterford dairy farmers. “A new aid package for the EU Agriculture sector, with particular emphasis on the dairy sector, has been agreed at €500m on an EU wide basis. Ireland is to receive €11.1m million in the package which is great news for Waterford dairy farmers. “The way the overall package is structured is also very beneficial to the Irish dairy sector. €350 million is for a conditional adjustment aid measure to be implemented by EU Member States, while €150 million is for an EU wide measure to support voluntary reduction in milk production. Despite strong pressure from other Member States, Ireland’s views in relation

to supply management are well known, and we did not want this package to be focused exclusively on production discipline. “It is also extremely positive that the Commission has responded to demands from Ireland and others by the extension of public intervention for Skimmed Milk Powder and private storage aid schemes to February 2017. This is a good deal for Irish dairy farmers. “This EU aid package also includes provision for advance payment of key farm support payments which will be really beneficial for Waterford dairy farmers. I have heard from many local dairy farmers about the liquidity issues they are experiencing, and so the payment of up to 70% of direct payments and 85% for area based RDP payments from October 16th of this year, will provide further relief.”

ICSA seeks the inclusion of Livestock sectors in EU Aid Package ICSA President Patrick Kent has welcomed the announcement that the EU Aid package worth €11.1m to Ireland is not just confined to the dairy sector. Recent comments by Minister Creed and European Commissioner for Agriculture Phil Hogan have indicated that funds can also be directed towards the livestock sectors.

Following the revelation, Mr Kent said “ICSA has been calling for a fair distribution of these funds.There is now an opportunity for this to happen. Struggling beef and sheep sectors are just as deserving of this aid as the dairy sector given current market uncertainties following Brexit and fragile live export markets.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

DUNGARVAN AGRICULTURAL SHOW 2016

99th Annual Dungarvan Show THE 99th annual Dungarvan Show takes place this Thursday, 28th July, at Ballygagin, Dungarvan, out past the old Dungarvan Crystal Factory, held by kind permission of Mr. Billy Quealy, Shanleys, Tom Broderick and Liam Whelan. With a huge variety of entertainment on offer to suit everyone including live music, dog show, bouncy castles, trade stands, exciting high speed ridden displays from the Cossacks, Mayfield Birds of Prey offering you an opportunity to meet, handle and fly a variety of these wonderful birds and guaranteed fun and games from Macra na Feirme. From the showjumping which hosts the Connolly’s Red Mills Munster Grand Prix, FBD Munster Speed Series, Amateur Grand Prix and the pony Carling King League to the showing section which this year hosts the final qualifier in the Irish Horse Welfare Trust Thoroughbred Club Show Series for retired racehorses, ladies side saddle as well as working hunter amateur classes over derby fences and lots of pony classes

including Lead rein and unregistered ponies confined to County Waterford. In the Cattle section, the Junior Beef Championship sponsored by Pat Denn has a prize fund of €1,000 as well as the Glanbia sponsored Overall Beef Champion. The Sheep section hosts 14 classes including the Flynn Cup for Best Scotch Ewe Lamb shown by a child under 12. To whet the appetite, the Home Industries Section showcases the wonderful local food, baking, jams, home produce, arts and crafts while the junior classes get to demonstrate their creativity building a miniature garden and Make a Model using fruit, flowers or vegetables. Entries will be taken on the day for all horse and pony showing classes. Signet Boutique sponsors the Most Appropriately Dressed Person. We look forward to welcoming you to the Dungarvan Show, Waterford’s County Show. Follow us on Facebook!

Dungar van S h ow will be held

T h u r s d a y, 2 8 t h J u l y Ball ygagin, Dungar van ( B y k i n d p e r m i s s i o n o f M r. B i l l y Q u e a l l y, S h a n l e y s , To m B r o d e r i c k a n d L i a m W h e l a n ) Classes starting at 9.30 a.m. • Horses, Ponies, Cattle & Sheep • Fun Dog Show • Trade Stands • Home Industries • Most Appropriate Dressed Lady • Mayfield Birds of Prey • Children’s Entertainment • Cossacks Ridden Display • Comhaltas Music & Dancing • Ardmore Open Farm CULMINATION OF CONNOLLY’S RED MILLS MUNSTER GRAND PRIX LEAGUE A G R E AT FA M I LY DAY O U T ! SHOWJUMPING ENTRIES ON THE DAY We look forward to welcoming you to the Dungarvan Show – Waterford’s County Show FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Round-up … Ireland’s 2030 Climate targets more balanced - farmers’ focus on improving sustainability will continue

IFA Countryside meets ABGN Game and Conservation Club (l-r): Marcus O’Halloran, IFA Countryside Development Officer; John Lambert, ABGN; Pat O’Sullivan, ABGN; Robert Phelan, ABGN; Seamus Butler, ABGN; and, William Shortall, IFA Countryside.

IFA Countryside and FBD meet South Tipperary Regional Game Council ON Monday, 4th July; IFA Countryside Chairman, Richard Kennedy, along with Director of Organisation James Kelly, IFA Development Officer William Shortall and IFA Countryside Development Officer Marcus O’Halloran visited the Kildanogue Duck ponds in Goatenbridge Tipperary, which is home to the ABGN Game and Conservation Club. Kildanogue Duck Ponds were opened to the public following the upgraded development of the ponds in 2012. The ponds were originally developed in 1969 by the club founders as a wildlife sanctuary, defining the progressive thinking of the club at that time. Following Chairman Richard Kennedy’s recent election, he was keen to get out and meet with Countryside’s valued members and see the conservation work they are carrying out in in their localities for local

communities. During the visit, ABGN Club Chairman, Seamus Butler told of how the ponds have greatly enhanced the local community from a spiritual and recreational point of view. He said, “This has become somewhat of a showpiece for the ABGN Game and Conservation Club; on a weekly basis we have fitness enthusiasts, school tours, nature walks and visits from local respite centres to our ponds, it has given the locality a gateway to nature while providing sanctuary for all who dwell and visit here”. The Kildanogue Duck Ponds give the local community a sense of the good work which the ABGN G&C Club carry out each year. The community spirit and collectiveness to ensuring the ponds remain a peaceful, and recreational habitat for all is overwhelmingly visible. This is one of three projects that the ABGN G&C club have ongoing and

plans for further development are in the pipeline. After the visit to the duck ponds, a meeting took place in Cahir House Hotel where members of the South Tipperary Regional Game Council met with IFA and FBD representatives Stewart Gavin, Underwriting Manager and Willie Phelan, local FBD Branch Manager. The meeting was to hear the views of IFA Countryside members. IFA Countryside Chairman, Richard Kennedy gave an overview of IFA policy to members and Stewart Gavin from FBD gave an overview of their Insurance package, followed by questions from the floor. This was a great opportunity for members of South Tipperary Regional Game Council and members of FBD & IFA Countryside to come together to discuss partnerships and hear the views of local Game & Conservation enthusiasts.

IFA President tells Minister Creed Beef Forum must deliver for farmers AT the Beef Forum meeting in Dublin recently, IFA President Joe Healy made it very clear to the Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed, and the Forum, that the postBrexit negativity and price cuts by the meat factories were excessive, and undermining confidence in the sector. Joe Healy emphasised to the Minister that to be effective the Beef Forum has to work for the whole sector and that means it must deliver for farmers as well as for others. The IFA President said the meat factories had overhyped the Brexit result and taken advantage on cattle price. He said beef industry commentators had suggested that the Sterling devaluation was 16% and some even went as far as 25% “This was totally incorrect and the facts are the Sterling

adjustment is 7%. In addition, UK beef prices have increased by 10p/kg since Brexit.” He said the increase in UK cattle prices and the correct Sterling adjustment would change UK returns by only 8c/kg and not the severe price cuts of 25/30c/kg factories have imposed. Joe Healy called on the factories to stop the negativity and the price cuts. He told Minister Creed it is vital that confidence is restored and maintained at farm level. Bord Bia presented forecast cattle supply figures to the Forum which showed a reduction of 44,000 head in the number of beef cattle in the 24-36 month age group compared to June 1st last year. This should leave prime finished

cattle supplies tight over the coming weeks and months. The Bord Bia figures also show that there is a considerable increase in younger cattle numbers from increased registrations and lower live exports. Joe Healy said with the increase in younger cattle supplies, the Beef Forum has to ensure that there are adequate markets and outlets to meet the increase and return a viable and competitive price to farmers above the costs of production. The IFA President also raised a number of other issues at the Forum including increased resources on market access, the Government strategy on Brexit, reopening the Beef Data and Genomics Scheme, live exports and Turkey, and specifications including age, weight and residencies.

IFA President Joe Healy has described greenhouse gas emission reduction targets to be delivered by 2030 as challenging but more balanced than previous targets set by the European Commission. “The reduction obligation announced recently for Ireland’s non-emissions trading sector, which includes agriculture, transport and housing, will be extremely challenging, given the low mitigation potential of sectors such as agriculture. However, farmers’ focus will remain on the sustainable intensification of food production in Ireland, which has the lowest carbon footprint in milk production and the fifth lowest in beef production in Europe.” “All sectors must play their part, and agriculture can support the transport sector and housing sector to deliver more, through the greater use of indigenous bio-energy fuels in the transport sector and renewable fuels such as miscanthus for heating family homes.” This is a point which was emphasised to Climate and Energy Minister Denis Naughten. IFA called for the immediate commencement of the National Energy Forum and meaningful feed-in tariff supports for emerging community based renewables in Ireland, particularly around solar and biomass. “These targets reflect the reality that we cannot address the climate challenge in isolation.Wider policy objectives and societal and political implications must also be considered. This point is accepted in National, European and International climate policy but this is no reason for complacency. Ireland has a responsibility to act, and within this context, agriculture has an important role to play – while respecting the need to safeguard food production.” Concluding he said, “Farmers will continue to farm sustainably, with over 87% of the measures in Ireland’s Rural Development Programme having climate reducing elements. In addition the emissions intensity per calorie of food output in 2013 approximately 14% below 2005. This figure is projected to reach 25% by 2030, based on the delivery of current policy measures. However sustainability must also deliver an economic return for farm families.”

IFA reiterates need for 2016 co-op milk price commitment as GDT sees 1.9% WMP price lift IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman Sean O’Leary has reiterated his challenge to co-ops to build on decisions to hold base milk prices in June and move towards a situation of improving prices in line with market improvements as they become possible in coming months. This he said, was not an unreasonable request when EU dairy prices have been firming solidly for the last nine weeks, and GDT, while unchanged on average, saw a significant 1.9% increase in WMP prices. “EU dairy prices for the last two months have increased very substantially, with butter not far off 20% up, WMP 13%, whey powder nearly 16% up. Even SMP, which has been under greatest pressure in the last 18 months, has seen prices

recover by 5%, admittedly still just above intervention equivalent,” Mr. O’Leary said. “By our calculations, a representative gross return for an Irish product mix is, using the EU MMO figures for 10th July, 28.6 c/l before processing costs. This would be equivalent to a farmer milk price of 23.6c/l + VAT, or 24.83c/l including VAT,” he said. “We are clear that our request for a commitment on milk prices for 2016 is justified and necessary, both to, first sustain farmers’ badly shaken confidence, and secondly to, in time, pass back improved dairy prices to help ease farmers’ income crisis,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

Minister must secure maximum flexibility to ensure EU Aid Package supports dairy farmers’ cash flow SPEAKING after Minister for Agriculture Michael Creed addressed the IFA Executive Council at a recent meeting last week, National Dairy Chairman Sean O’Leary said he had urged the Minister to first match Ireland’s €11.1m share of the €350m element of the EU aid package voted on Monday, and then secure the necessary flexibility to be able to utilise it to support the cash flow needs of dairy farmers. “I made it very clear that nothing in the aid package should put Irish dairy farmers who have expanded in the legal certainty of the end of quotas in 2015 at a disadvantage. The potential €22.2m must help support their cash flow needs, by reducing the cost of short term finance. We have suggested that it could indeed be used to enhance the State-aid backed, low cost, short term loan scheme we have been progressing with the Department of Agriculture over the last few months. “The Minister acknowledged the cash flow difficulties being experienced by farmers, and recognised the need to access lower cost finance, and he confirmed that he and his Department are exploring the possibilities under the state aid process and the new EU aid package – as requested by IFA,” he said. Commenting on the €150m element of the package, which is to be farmer-led, and conditional on as yet unspecified production reductions for October to December 2016 relative to October to December 2015, Mr. O’Leary said the Minister must also ensure it is made available to those Irish dairy farmers who wish to use it. However, he said too much of the detailed operation remained unclear, and it was difficult to see how this potentially administratively-heavy scheme could be operated in the time-frame envisaged. “What farmers need most of all at this point is to see their cash flow improve promptly. The quickest way to do this is for the Minister to deliver urgently on the State Aid backed cash flow loans we have been lobbying for. Furthermore, with output already falling back in the EU, even without EU incentives, and globally, firming dairy markets should help co-ops build on their June milk price decisions, and start to pass back improved dairy returns in higher milk prices over the coming months,” Sean O’Leary concluded.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Waterford Macra na Feirme THE AGM of Waterford Macra na Feirme was held on the 8th July, 2016 at 8.30 p.m. in The Tudor Bar, Dungarvan. The following officers were elected: Tom O’Donoghue (Chairperson), Mairead Scanlon (Secretary), Marie Harnett (NCR), Ita Keevers (Treasurer), Claire Leddy (PRO), Mark Hayes (Competitions), Lisa McCarthy and Darren Walsh (Sport and Social), and Young Farmer (Denis Hassett). Best of luck to all our officers and here’s to a great 2016/2017 season. Dungarvan Show is being held on the 28th July, 2016. Waterford Macra will have a variety of games and activities

such as volleyball, soccer, a short obstacle course, guess the popcorn, guess the logo, tug of war, tag rugby and many more. Music being played throughout the day, so come along and request your favourite song. Open to all Macra members and non members. Age restrictions do apply to certain activities. Come along on the day for the craic, great day assured. We would also like to wish Ailin Walsh (Ballyduff/Ballysaggart Macra) the very best of luck this weekend in Thurles as she represents Waterford in the Miss Macra Competition 2016. Your county supports you 100%. #ailinformissmacra.

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€6.32m EU funding secured for agri-food research and innovation projects under Horizon 2020 MINISTER for Agriculture, Food & Marine Michael Creed T.D. has welcomed that Agriresearchers from academia and companies in Ireland have been awarded a total of €6.32 million in the most recent round of EU funding from the Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme related to agriculture, food, marine and inland waters, the rural economy and the bioeconomy.This follows the recent announcement by the Minister for Training, Skills and Innovation, John Halligan T.D. about Ireland’s overall success in winning funding from the EU for recently awarded research and innovation projects. Commenting on the results, Minister Creed said that, “I commend all of the Irish researchers and companies for their participation in this highly com-

petitive EU funding programme and in particular I congratulate those participants that have been successful. Ireland is continuing to outperform targets set in this part of Horizon 2020 which is related to Agriculture, Forestry, the Marine and Inland Waters, the Rural Economy and the Bioeconomy. Overall, we are competing successfully with the best researchers and most innovative companies in the EU for funding”. The promotion and support structure for Horizon 2020 Societal Challenge 2 is led by the Department’s Research and Codex Division. Through national core grant and competitively awarded funding, Ireland has built up a talented and experienced agri-food and forestry research and innovation community and the

Department, working together with Enterprise Ireland and others, assists them in identifying Horizon 2020 opportunities and in applying for EU funding. Assistance is also specifically targeted at newcomers with a view to preparing a cohort of new researchers and companies for the upcoming calls in 2017 and beyond. “I particularly welcome the fact that Teagasc, the Marine Institute, our Higher Education Institutes and SMEs have been successful in Horizon 2020 thereby helping to innovate in areas such as Blue Growth, Rural Renaissance and the Bioeconomy all of which are vital for creating high-quality and sustainable jobs, growth and investment particularly in the rural and coastal areas” concluded Minister Creed.

Ballyduff-Ballysaggart Macra THE club would like to thank Fermoy and Mitchelstown Marca clubs for co-hosting the recent Know Your Neighbour / Family Fun Day at Araglen Carnival, it was a very successful event and enjoyed by everyone. Congratulations to the winning teams in the Macra challenge and to everyone for taking part.

The club is now gearing up for the upcoming Miss Macra Festival which will kick off in Thurles on Friday, July 29th and finish up Sunday night. Our Chairwoman, Ailín Walsh, will be representing Waterford at the festival. We would like to wish Ailín the very best of luck, we know she'll do us proud!

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Teagasc . . . GRASS RESEEDING Over one hundred and fifty farmers attended a very interesting and informative grass reseeding demonstration organised by Teagasc and supported by Germinal on the farm of John and Bronagh Robinson, Graigue, Callan, Co. Kilkenny last week. As well as a working demonstration of 3 minimal cultivation machines for grass reseeding,Teagasc and Germinal speakers discussed the key requirements for success. Why Reseed? In low milk price years, the importance of increasing the forage proportion of the dairy cow`s diet becomes even more valuable. Each 1 tonne increase in grass DM utilised is worth over €160 / hectare. An extra day at grass in early Spring and late Autumn is worth €2.70 & €2.10 per cow per day respectively for dairy cows while each additional day at grass is worth €1.54 per cow per day for suckler cows. Benefits of reseeding: a) Increased sward production (+15-20%, particularly in the shoulder periods.) b) Improved grass quality – higher sugar content & DMD (1% increase in DMD = 5% increase in animal performance). c) Increased milk solids output per hectare (recent research at Teagasc Clonakilty incorporating clover measured extra growth of 1.5 t / Ha and an extra 55 kgs of milk solids per cow). d) Better response to applied fertiliser, N, P & K during the year. e) Increased grass utilisation. Host farmer, John Robinson through grass measurement, observation and recording of milk solids production identified a 4 hectare field for reseeding in 2016. Sward composition, (less than 50% Perennial Ryegrass Composition) had deteriorated over the years with poor growth and response to fertiliser use very apparent. Additionally reseeding has afforded him the opportunity to carry out needed drainage works on the field. Management of reseeding: a) Timing – reseeding in Springtime/early Summer ensures vigorous dense new swards before year end with a turnaround time of 4-6 weeks between reseeding and grazing the new sward. It is vital to have reseeding carried out in Autumn pre early September. b) The existing sward must be sprayed off with glyphosate (4-6 l/ha depending on product). For min cultivation methods the optimum interval between spraying & cultivation is a minimum of 14

Teagasc / Glanbia Monitor Farm Focus Week Ending: 25/7/’16 Milk Kg/Day Fat % Protein % Milk Solids/Day KG Meal KG/Cow/Day Average Farm Cover Cover Per Cow Pre Grazing Yield KG DM Demand KG DM HA Growth KG DM HA

Grange, Waterford 22.76 3.96 3.71 1.75 0 456 151 1,400 54 80

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 23 4.26 3.60 1.70 0.50 560 180 1,400 56 65

Comments: Grange, Co. Waterford • Growth rates still ahead of demand. • Taking out 4ha of paddocks for bales. • Stocking rate now at 3.02 Lu/Ha Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny • Second silage cut last week, and reseeded some of it. • Will weigh heifer calves this week. And take out ones below target weight.

days. For plough, till & sow, cultivations can occur 5 days after spraying. c) Soil test / check soil fertility for pH, Phosphorus & Potassium levels. Reseeding is a critical opportunity to address poor soil fertility and to get the new sward growing to its maximum potential. A fertiliser compound such as 10.10.20 with fym/slurry is well suited for use at reseeding. Application of 2-3 tonnes of ground limestone / acre is strongly recommended at reseeding on ploughed ground or pre min till cultivation. Lime also helps to counteract organic acids produced by decaying grass. P & K Recommendations at Reseeding P Index Range P (kgs/Ha) K Index Range K (kgs/Ha) 1 1 0-3.0 0-50 110 60 2 2 3.1-5.0 51-100 75 40 50 3 3 5.1-8.0 101-150 30 4 4 >8.0 >151 30 0 d) Fine firm seedbeds ensure fast and even seed germination. For min till operations it is important to have the sward well burnt off with minimal trash left on field. All seedbeds should be rolled post sowing to cover seeds and trap in soil moisture. e) Monitor seedbeds closely for pest attack from date of sowing and take action where necessary to control slugs, leatherjackets and frit fly. Selecting Grass Seed Varieties / Mixtures Selecting the right varieties is critical to ensure you maximise the performance of your new reseed. Ensure you use the best varieties from the Recommended List when reseeding – these varieties are proven in Irish conditions.Teagasc have also developed a Pasture Profit Index, which ranks varieties on the Recommended List in economic terms similar to the EBI system for dairy stock. Using the DAFM Grass Recommended List and the Teagasc Pasture Profit Index will help ensure you choose the best varieties for your needs. The main traits to focus on are: Seasonal DM yield (Spring and Autumn), Quality, Total DM yield and Persistency. AberGain, AberChoice, Dunluce and AberMagic are the top varieties on the 2016 Teagasc Pasture Profit Index. No variety excels in every trait and it is important to ensure that a mixture contains the appropriate balance of diploid and tetraploid varieties, the general recommendation is approx. 60% diploid and 40% tetraploid, on heavier soils increase the diploid proportion, but

ensure they are high quality diploids that are going into your mixtures. Diploids bring density to a mixture, with tetraploids generally being higher in yield and quality. What weeds do I need to worry about in a reseed? Annual weeds such as Fumitory, Fat Hen, and Deadnettle only live for 1 year. These weeds should not affect the establishment of the new sward (unless present in high numbers – if so spray them). They are normally removed by grazing, cutting or leaving them die naturally over Winter. Perennial Weeds such as Docks, Dandelions, Creeping Buttercup, and Creeping Thistle etc. can be tolerated (at low numbers) in an intensive grazing situation, however it is highly recommended to spray them now rather than in a few years’ time. In silage/hay fields you should always spray for these perennial weeds after re-seeding as they will build up their root reserves and take over the grass. Help the spray work • Apply the herbicide onto small, actively growing weeds (e.g. dock leaf = size of €2 coin) • Spray 6-8 weeks after re-seeding when there are 3 leaves on the grass and 1 true leaf on the clover • Avoid spraying in very dry or cold conditions (talk to your advisor/merchant if this is the case). • Keep water rates high 220-350 l/ha (20-30 gallons per acre). • Remember to keep the prescribed cross-compliance records and follow the product label.

Teagasc Product Guide to Herbicides for New Leys 2016

READER’S QUERIES Question: I am a tranche 1 GLAS participant. I received a note from my planner in the past week to remind me that a Nutrient Management Plan and soil analysis must be in place for my farm by the 31st December next and that I should arrange for samples to be in place before they call around. I didn’t take soil samples in a good while so it won’t do any harm to take some. I was in REPS before and I always thought this time of year wasn’t great for taking soil samples. Can you please advise? Answer: I suppose your adviser only sent out the note to have you prepared. Generally soil samples are taken from October onwards. One tries to leave 6 weeks from the last chemical Nitrogen application and 2-3 months from the last P, K chemical application.You should get out a set of your colour BPS maps and ear mark the field groups for sampling. One can place up to 8 hectares of land in the one sample under GLAS once the cropping history and soil type are the same however you will get more accurate results if you keep the sample size to an area of around 2-4 hectares. To take a sample, use a soil corer and sample to a depth of 4” (10cm). Sample the field in a zig zag “W” pattern keeping in mind to avoid drains, gateways and areas where old ditches may lie. A tea cup equivalent of soil cores should suffice for each sample. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: Reminder that the closing date for protection of watercourses from bovines under GLAS Tranche 1 & 2 is 31st July, 2016. The deadline is fast approaching!

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Short term farm income support and long term volatility measures must be delivered in budget 2017 GOVERNMENT must deliver on short term measures that will directly support farm incomes and longer term measures to tackle income volatility in this October’s budget, IFA President Joe Healy said on Tuesday at the launch of IFA’s Pre-Budget Submission. The IFA President said, “A farm income crisis is being experienced in many sectors in Ireland in 2016, caused by a combination of low product prices, a bad spring, and negative political events. Farm families are under huge pressure as cashflow tightens and the viability of their family farm is put at risk. “In addition, the recent vote by the UK to leave the EU has created major uncertainty and immediate price challenges. Budget 2017 provides an opportunity for the Government to take funding and taxation decisions that will directly address the farm income difficulties being experienced and underpin the longer-term development of the sector”. The IFA President said,“In October’s budget, the Government must deliver on its funding commitment to the Rural Development Programme. Having experienced a reduction in funding to the agriculture budget of almost 40% during the downturn, increased funding for farm schemes will deliver programmes of support for low-income farmers, support the provision of environmental services, encourage young farmers, and promote on-farm investment.” • Expenditure priorities for farm

schemes in Budget 2017: • Funding of €250m for agri-environment schemes in Budget 2017, with full payments for all GLAS, AEOS and organic scheme participants. • Introduction of a targeted sheep scheme of €25m, with minimal costs and bureaucracy on farmers, to maximise its benefits. • Increased funding for the ANC scheme, commencing the process of reversing the cuts to ANC payments in past budgets. • Immediate reopening of the Beef Data and Genomic Programme to allow new participants, with additional funding of €25m to increase support for the suckler cow. • A funding allocation of €50m to the TAMS II programme to meet the demand across all farming sectors for on-farm investment. Joe Healy said, “The Government’s commitment to increase funding to the ANCs by €25m in 2018 must be brought forward by a year, as this funding is urgently needed to support farm incomes in the most marginal areas. In advance of the full review of the ANCs, which will take place during 2017, IFA is looking for a one year increase in the maximum number of hectares on which ANC payments can be made.” Rural Development Chairman, Joe Brady, added, “Farm Assist is a vitally important scheme for low income farm families, particularly in a year like 2016. The Government has committed to a review of Farm Assist and IFA is clear that the income and child disregards that

were abolished in recent budgets must be reinstated. In addition, the number of places on the Rural Social Scheme must be increased from 2,600 to 4,000”. ADDRESSING INCOME VOLATILITY THROUGH TAXATION IFA Farm Business Chairman, Martin Stapleton said, “Budget 2017 provides an opportunity to address a number of challenges in farming through the taxation system, including the introduction of an individualised measure to tackle income volatility, the removal of discrimination between selfemployed and employees in the income tax system, support for on-farm energy efficient investment, and continued support for intergenerational transfer and farm restructuring”. IFA’s taxation priorities for Budget 2017: • To maximise the number of farmers using income averaging, the current restrictions on eligibility where the farmer’s spouse is in self-employment must be removed • Income averaging to be amended to provide extra flexibility in a year when income falls significantly. • Earned Income Tax Credit to be increased to the same level as the PAYE credit in 2017. • Extension of CGT Farm Restructuring Relief beyond end 2016. • Taxation incentives for investment in energy efficient equipment and diversification into renewable energy. Mr. Stapleton said, “Income volatility is a real long-term challenge for farm-

ing. While income averaging provides a useful mechanism for tackling income volatility through the taxation system, the barriers preventing more farmers from using it must be removed as a priority. In addition, a more targeted and individualised volatility scheme is required. This mechanism should provide an effective response, and ease cashflow pressures on farmers, in a year where there is a major drop in incomes.” INCOME AVERAGING PROPOSAL IFA is proposing that a farmer on income averaging is permitted, in a year when farm income falls significantly, to pay the tax due for a single year only on the actual income earned in that year, rather than the average tax due arising from five years’ income.The deferred tax in that year would be carried forward and paid over a three year period. It is proposed that, over a five year period, the farmer would have the option of using his actual income as the basis for his tax payment on two occasions. Concluding, Mr. Healy said, “Last October’s budget finally saw the first steps in removing the discrimination of the self-employed in the income tax system with the introduction of the Earned Income Tax Credit. We recognise the commitment in the Programme for Government to increase this to match the PAYE credit, by 2018. However, IFA believes that the Government should equalise the credits fully by 2017, which would give a direct cashflow boost to farmers and other selfemployed.”

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P i ra t e s & S t r o n g m e n d e s c e n d o n H o o k L i g h t h o u s e THE world’s oldest working Lighthouse ‘Hook Lighthouse’ in County Wexford is set to host an August Bank Holiday festival with a difference this year as some of Ireland’s leading ‘Strongman’ competitors descend on the 800 year old lighthouse tower to compete for the title of the ‘Hook Strongman 2016’. Over 15 competitors from all the around the country including the previous republic of Ireland strongest man, Italy’s strongest man and world-class power lifters will take part on Sunday, July 31st. Spectators will enjoy a series of six different gruelling challenge events

including a keg toss, Atlas stone lifting and loading races in the challenge. Alongside the serious display of strength, Hook Lighthouse is ensuing there is plenty of seaside and piratey fun on offer for all the family. Teams of raggedy pirates from all over the peninsula take part in pirate battles for coveted traaasure. Free family fun lawn games will also be on offer for kids and adults alike with a weekend Barbeque and live music and entertainment. For further details on all of the August Bank Holiday fun at Hook Lighthouse see www.hookheritage.ie

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SOLUTION

May 21st June 20th

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

OME life has had its ups and downs of late, but it looks as if you have managed to deal with the problem at long last. Go out and enjoy a night on the town with that special person.

T S action all the way this week, and you are determined to get up to date with all your chores and paperwork. Have a rest and get out a bit more or people will start to worry about you.

LTHOUGH you are tempted give up the chase, now is actually a very good time to make some headway with a special person. Stay calm and take things one step at a time

ONEY will play a key part in your week, and you ll be in two minds when it comes to the crunch. Watch what others do before committing yourself to a particular course of action,

JOURNEY will lead to the start of a new friendship which has the potential to go much further. Don t waste time trying to analyse it chances like this don t grow on trees.

IME seems to be passing more quickly than usual, and you are starting to show signs of frustration with your achievements. Keep plugging away you will soon start to get results.

ON T turn down an offer of help, even if it makes you feel slightly awkward. The person behind it has an ulterior motive which could lead to some wonderful new opportunities for you.

MYSTERY is about to be solved, and you are going to find it hard not to laugh when all is revealed. This is a good time for making new friends and strengthening relationships.

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Capricorn

T S time you had a quiet word with someone

close to you, even though you are worried about November the possible outcome. There s no need to fret 22nd December 21st your relationship is more than strong enough. December 22nd January 19th

OW S a good time to get out and about and stop being so sensible! Someone is about to see you in a new light, and it is important that you don t start withdrawing into yourself again.

HANGE is in the air, and you are in a good position to benefit from it. Romantic prospects January 20th look excellent, and there s every chance that you February 18th will have a spring in your step before long.

Aquarius

Pisces

February 19th March 19th

OU are on a roll at the moment, so it s well worth taking the plunge and approaching someone you have had your eye on. Be yourself, and don t put on any airs and graces.

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TRANSFORMING one of Roald Dahl’s most terrifically tall of tales, Steven Spielberg weaves a giant big screen adventure brimming with magic and charm. Over twenty years after the idea first sprung forth to adapt Dahl’s beloved 1982 children’s novel for the silver screen,The BFG finally bounds into cinemas, sparkling with heart-warming performances, twinkling with sweet humour and dazzling with visual delights. All of this trumps the occasional lull in action and the odd dollop of sickly sugary moments to craft a great rumpledumpus of an adventure that will leave all who experience it, young and young-at-heart alike, in a cheery mood. Our brave little protagonist Sophie, played by eleven year old newcomer Ruby Barnhill, shines with an endearing innocence and indomitable courage right from the beginning. Living in an orphanage in London, Sophie spends her nights reading, staying up way after 3 am, dubbed “the witching hour – when the boogeyman comes out”. Indeed, Sophie does bump into an apparent boogeyman as the first glimpse of Mark Rylance’s BFG shifts across the screen in one far-reaching shadow. However, Sophie soon learns that this giant is no bone-crusher or child-chewer but is in fact a kind-hearted, fragile soul who roams the country under the cover of the stars to catch dreams. He is also the runt of a litter of far more gigantic, gruesome, cannibalistic monsters. Journeying across rolling hills and glistening rivers, Sophie is taken back to Giant

Country where she learns that her new giant friend is being bullied by a grisly gang with names like Bloodbottler (Bill Hader) and Fleshlumpeater (Jermaine Clement). Determined to help, Sophie sets a plan in motion to stop the bullies and free the BFG from his tormenters, reminding us all of the importance of standing up for yourself and for others, as well as of the value of friendship and embracing our differences. Beautiful to behold, this fantastical feature gleams with exquisite sets bedecked with magical details, such as the dream-jars that twinkle and dance all over the BFG’s home. Transporting you to a world of infinite wonder, the movie makes excellent use of CGI special effects. Mark Rylance enchants as the towering giant, his charming nuances shining through allowing him to deliver a warm and deft performance even as a gangly, lanky giant. Embodying a gentle, grandfatherly figure, Rylance captivates the screen with his kind eyes that shine with all manner of expression. The loving relationship between the BFG and Sophie is made all the more tangible by the clear bond between Rylance and Ruby Barnhill, who is adorably engaging in her triumphant big screen debut. Sweet, albeit a little too sugar-coated to swallow at times, while also peppered with thrilling run-ins with those ghastly giants, run-ins that may frighten smaller ones, this scrumdiddlyumptious adaptation is sure to bring a wave of nostalgia warmly cascading over those who grew up with this tale, while welcoming a whole new generation into this wondrous, wonky world. 3.5/5

Star Trek Beyond

By Review by Grace Collender

BEYOND the darkness lies greatness. This is what Star Trek Beyond boldly endeavours to project, venturing out for its third instalment in the current movie series. Directed by Justin Lin, with J.J. Abrams abdicating to take up the mantle with Star Wars instead, although staying on as producer, this highly anticipated threequel has a fresh revamped feel while retaining the virtues of the classics.The script is loaded with explosive action scenes that maintain a robust, energetic pace throughout. Plenty of humour is also woven in, thanks in no small part to funny-man Simon Pegg’s cowriting of the script. Moreover, great emotion permeates the movie as the characters, so well-known and loved, develop new depths through the exploration of their steadfast yet complex relationships. Powerful performances, stunning visuals and big blockbuster action ensure this prized sci-fi adventure stays on a steady course. It is three years into the five year mission of the U.S.S. Enterprise to probe the boundaries of space, charting unknown territory. Kirk (Chris Pine) and the crew are adjusting to life within their deep space voyage. Finding the work to be increasingly monotonous, Kirk is feeling somewhat downhearted. However, the monotony is smashed when the Enterprise is attacked on the way to touch down for resupply at Starbase Yorktown, a new, thriving space colony home to millions of citizens from an array of planets. Targeted by a ferocious new villain named Krall who is on a hunt for an alien artefact he intends to use to annihilate Yorktown, the ship is left a smouldering wreck and the crew are sepa-

rated. They must think fast and act faster if they are to stop a bloodthirsty Krall from executing his evil plan. The star-studded cast of the previous two instalments return with gusto. Zoning in on the characters relationships, the script develops each in new and interesting ways. Chris Pine’s Kirk questions his role in Starfleet, while Spock (Zachary Quinto) and Uhura’s (Zoe Saldana) relationship must withstand new challenges. The bromance between Spock and McCoy (Karl Urban) continues to blossom also, the two actors bouncing off and buoying up each other. All about the importance of equality and working together, the cast do an excellent job of portraying their characters impassioned attempt to prevent a vengeful Krall from destroying their way of life. With moments of both comedy and drama, the movie reaches new depths, while also crafting spectacular action scenes that explode on the screen. Director Justin Lin is no stranger to choreographing action sequences, having worked on the Fast & Furious franchise, shown to great effect in the numerous battles that break up the more emotive moments. Joining the cast for the first time, Idris Elba delivers a terrifyingly terrific portrayal as Krall. A fierce and interesting villain, Elba’s Krall arrests the screen whenever he skulks onto it, each move and each line delivered with chilling precision. A fun and fresh adventure, interspersed with equal measures of humour, emotion and action, Star Trek Beyond is a gripping experience for long-time fans and newcomers alike. 4/5

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Dungarvan Show Day brings memories ONE of the most popular and enduring of West Waterford’s annual events is the Dungarvan Show whose 99th running will take place tomorrow (Thursday) in the lands and buildings of the old Institute of Pomology at Ballygagin courtesy of the owners. This is just the latest venue as the Show has moved from venue to location on a number of occasions over the near century past, since it was first held in 1915. The Dungarvan Agricultural Show commenced its life in what is now Fraher Field, so called because the piece of ground had been acquired by Dan Fraher, a local businessman, sportsman of note,Trustee of the GAA and a strong supporter of Irish culture and sport. He intended it to be used for Gaelic Games which function it has discharged over the past 130 years or so. According to a report in the Dungarvan Observer of the time, ‘the 1925 Agricultural Show was held in the beautiful Show Grounds at Shandon and was a record in every department. The day was gloriously fine and very warm, but the heat

was tempered with a gentle breeze which made it delightful for an open-air exhibition. There was a huge attendance from all parts of the County Waterford and adjoining counties and that they thoroughly enjoyed themselves is saying but little’. Later, the Show would find its home in Connors fields in Springmount where it spent many successful years, followed by terms in O’Grady’s in Ballygagin, Phelans of Cappagh before landing successfully in Ballygagin again in its new home for a number of years past. It is strange to think that Dungarvan Show is the last surviving such event in the County, with the demise of even the extensive Waterford City Show some years ago. Meanwhile, in Co. Cork there are at least ten shows still remaining, each one appearing to thrive and maintaining its place on the calendar. Along with the showing of farm animals from cows and bulls to sheep mainly from the farms near the Comeragh Mountains, there are the horses and showjumping and the Home Industries and flower

show indoors. From a modest four classes of Showjumping half a century ago, there are now up to ten classes which have to be catered for in several rings through the course of a very long day. But participants of all ages love the competitions and many a good rider has had their first competition in Dungarvan. The Show has an impeccable safety record, but not so a Gymkhana held in 1906 to commemorate the Centenary of the arrival of the Christian Brothers to town. “A very sad accident occurred at the jumping competition,”says a report of the time. “A young man named William Fuge, who was riding a wild sulky horse was killed at the double leap.The horse came on him killing him instantly. It threw a great gloom over the Bazaar as he was a great favourite in the town. The Bazaar was postponed for three days and then re-opened. The death of poor Mr. Fuge was the cause of great financial loss to the Bazaar.” The date of the Show is predictable, for it is held on the last Thursday in July before the

Horse Show opens at the RDS. This year, the Dublin event was held early because of the impending Olympic Games. For many years the Show was looked forward to for more reasons than jumping and farm related stands. Most businesses in the town closed in the afternoon of Show Day to allow staff to attend, which most did, but a certain number preferred Clonea, particularly if the sun was shining. Mention of Clonea brings to mind one of the most popular fringe events. The Annual Show Dance will be fondly remembered by most of the older generation, held in the CSM Ballroom in Clonea. For those who are too young to remember, this previously occupied the site of the swimming pool at Clonea Strand Hotel. This was one of the best dances of the year and was packed to capacity every time, with dancers barely able to shuffle along. Certainly jive and dancing apart were impossible as there was barely enough room to advance along the floor, let alone do fancy steps, at least not before the last two or three dances of the night when

couples had left for home or a quiet walk on the beach under the July sky and a romantic full moon. The Show will evoke many

warm memories and there will be an opportunity tomorrow to refresh those memories at one of the iconic events of the Waterford year.

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Ardmore, Monastic tranquility I TRY not to repeat stories and subjects already mentioned here on the back page, but no apologies this week for returning to the subject of St. Declan whose feast day was celebrated last weekend in Ardmore. At least a hundred and fifty dedicated souls attended the vigil at St. Declan’s Hermitage at the base of Ardmore Head or Ram’s Head as the charts

would have it, the great height which gives Ardmore its name. It is safe to assume that in the sixteen centuries since Declan and his followers founded the monastic settlement in Ardmore and since he chose the cliffside location for his retreat – his hermitage – people have been going there as pilgrims; praying, seeking favours and maybe returning to

give thanks for favours granted. The tradition which asks people to take a pebble and score the sign of the Cross on stones in the low altar wall before they leave the holy place, has seen those pebbles go all round the world as a memento of a visit which for some people is lifechanging. While the ‘Round Tower’, Cathedral and

The scene last Saturday night as pilgrims welcome St. Declan on the eve of his Feast Day.

Beannachán on the prominent hillside site are more imposing, the peace, solitude and tranquillity of the Hermitage are what give people their lasting memories. On the Eve of St. Declan’s Day, the pathway approaching the Hermitage is lit with lines of candles forming almost a runway to the holy place. Inside, every corner is lit by little candles in glass jars and makes other lights unnecessary. Silence reigns in the minutes approaching midnight and, as the 24th arrives, Sr. Déaglán de Paor leads the Rosary to which the pilgrims reply in hushed tones. Sr. Déaglán has been visiting the Hermitage and Holy Well since her childhood and she has returned as often as her commitment to her vocation allowed. Later, standing in the flickering candlelight on a balmy night / morning in that blessed place, Sr. Déaglan recalled a similar

night when she was there in 1989. “I sat by the well there to give out the Rosary,” she said. “There were just six other people there that night. Later, as I was doing the rounds, I got the inspiration to stay all night, which I did on my own, praying through the night. In the morning, I walked down the hill to Mass in the parish church and it was a wonderful feeling. I was abroad for two years after that, but I have not missed a year since.” Preparation for the short, but fulfilling occasion, takes a team of people who are led by sister and brother Chrissie and John Whelan, who have been active there for many years. Bernard Stilwell looks after the Well area, while Joe Callaghan keeps the Cliff Walk in order and pleasant for people to walk. However, the entire St. Declan experience draws in many people who make their own contribution to making the vigil a success

and the wider Ardmore more beautiful. It was Chrissie who decided to light the area with candles and she now places the 350 or so little lights in their own glass jars, strategically along the approach and in the Hermitage itself, as well in some of the crevices in the walls of the ruined church. It sets a very monastic atmosphere conducive to prayer and with little visibility inside the holy place, meditation is not difficult. At present, a Conservation Management Plan is being drawn up by Southgate Consultants in association with the Heritage Council with Christ Southgate assisted by Rosie Jane and pilgrimage expert, Rosemary Power who had just arrived from Iona. Preparation of the plan requires looking at the archaeological evidence for the St. Declan’s Way Pilgrimage. It looks at the natural landscape, the folklore, the legends and the myth, as well as the spiritual

pilgrimage significance of St. Declan’s Way. “What we are looking at presently is the section from Lismore to Ardmore and what we are seeing is, in the way that medieval thinking was in the lives of the Saints, this route mirrors exactly Christ’s ministry. “So, what you see is, in a sense, the epiphany occurring at the Round Hill in Lismore. You pass the birthplace of Declan. Along the way you pass many healing wells which mirror Christ’s miracles and you end up at the place of resurrection at the wonderful St. Declan’s Well in Ardmore.” Throughout the year, there is a constant passage of people through the Hermitage, some to pray, others to reach the Cliff Walk with its magnificent sea views. Whatever you require, it awaits you in Ardmore, but many people around the globe will say that the real hub is to be found on the tranquil Cliffside at Díseart.

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Iverk Produce Piltown 10k this Friday THE fifth and final race in this year's Outfield Sports ThreeCounties Challenge will take place on this Friday, July 29th with the eighth annual running of the Piltown 10km road race. Carrick AC is delighted to welcome local company, Iverk Produce, as our new sponsors for this very popular event.The race will start as usual on the grounds of Kildalton Horticultural College, Piltown, at 7:30 pm and takes in the scenic college grounds and some quiet

country roads before finishing on the grounds of Piltown GAA club. The race route is fast and provides runners with a great opportunity to achieve a personal best time for the 10km distance. Last year's race was won by Niall Sheil (Kilmore AC) in 32:54 with Claire Annan (Clonmel AC) taking the ladies' race in 39:26. Race entry is €10 and registration will be from 6 pm at Piltown GAA club where there will be parking and

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Silver All-Ireland medal for Josh Rockett THE GloHealth All-Ireland Track and Field Championships were held in Tullamore last weekend and as usual it was a feast of good athletic performances. The standard was high in both track and field events and athletes had to be in top form to meet the challenges presented. West Waterford athletes were well prepared and gave a good account of themselves over the weekend. Josh Rockett was competing as a juvenile for the final time and he rounded off his juvenile career in style. Josh finished second in the under 19 hammer. His best throw of 47.74 was over 9mts further than his winning throw in the Munster championships. The under 19 hammer was the closest competition of the day with just one cm separating first and second place. Later in the day Josh finished 5th in the discus. BRONZE ALL-IRELAND MEDAL FOR MICHEAL POWER Just back from competing in the European Championships Micheal Power took to the track in Tullamore last weekend. He was due to compete in both the 1,500 and 3,000m but feeling unwell on Saturday he skipped the 3,000m which is usually his better event. On Sunday he finished second in his heat of the 1,500m and qualified easily for the final. The final was run at a much faster pace and Micheal crossed the line in 3rd place with a time of 4.06.99 to claim a bronze medal. SILVER AND BRONZE MEDALS FOR POLE VAULTERS WWAC had three polevaulters in action in the boys’ pole vault competitions on Sunday and they were all among the medal winners. Ryan McGrath was first to compete in the under 15 boys and he cleared 2m40 for the silver medal. Patrick Fitzgerald improved on his performance in Munster and set a new personal best clearing 3mts to take silver in the boys under 16 competition. Diarmuid Harty equalled his performance in Munster when he vaulted 3m 40 to take the bronze medal in the

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Hallahan’s Pharmacy Predict Your Time League WE are now beyond the halfway stage in this very popular league and it really is going from strength to strength. There are 5 weeks down with 3 to go. It’s also encouraging to see that new faces are turning up each week and many are returning for more. The success of the league is that it is really suited for beginners so we want to see more of you out at the Friary and remember this league is on Thursday night's. The league begins at 7 p.m. every night so come along at about 6.50 p.m. in order to get registered. The weekly fee is €2 each night and everyone is welcome on any night that they can make it. It doesn’t matter if you can’t run every night; just do your best to come whenever you can. See you out there! JOSIE UI CHUIRRIN GETS IT RIGHT TO WIN WEEK 5 The winner last Thursday night was Josie Ui Chuirrin. Josie got her pacing spot on as she crossed the line just as the clock passed 0. Next on the right side of the clock was Liam Kavanagh won was just 11 seconds out, followed by Conor O'Neill who was out by 13 seconds and Pascal Proctor who was out by 17. The next two clocked the same time as both

thanks to Shirley and Ray for taking the entries, times and results and of course thanks again to Patrick and Jamie our sponsors at Hallahan’s pharmacy and as always we would like to invite our members and participants in our leagues to support our sponsors where possible.

Pictured is winner of week 5 of the Hallahan's Pharmacy predict your time league Josie Uí Chuirrin making presentation is club administrator Ray Burke. Amanda Mansfield and Sue Genc were both out by 18 seconds. The unluck person who was lust on the wrong side of the clock was catriona Kiely who was 4 seconds too fast. Michael Moynihan wasn't too far away and was 16

seconds fast. West Waterford Athletic Club would like to thank all those that have helped in the running of the league. Thanks so much once again to the Friary College for permitting the use of the grounds and of course

HALLAHAN’S PHARMACY FIT4LIFE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TABLES 2016 As we pass the halfway point of this year's league we can take a quick look at our champions league table. Micheal Moynihan continues to hold a big lead with 118 points, 20 ahead of Fiona Fitzgerald who is just 1 point ahead of her husband Ger who stands on a total of 97 points. 4th place currently held by Simon Moloney on 94, with Sharon Higgins 5th on 93 points. Angeline Drennan is in 6th on 91 points. it is all to play for in the top 5 with just 7 points seperating 2nd and 6th. Micheal Moynihan 118 Fiona Fitzgerald 98 Ger Fitzgerald 97 Simon Moloney 94 Sharon Higgins 93 Angeline Drennan 91 Liz O’Riordan 86 Conor O'Neill 85 Catriona Kiely 82 Josie Ui Chuirrin 78

Ciara McKenna, Niall Blackwell and Caoimhe Dwyer who competed at the All-Ireland Championships.

Josh Rockett who finished 2nd in the under 19 hammer at the GloHealth All-Ireland Championships. under 17 boy’s event. On Saturday Allanah Kelly finished 4th in the under 15 girls pole vault jumping 2m15 and just one height away from the medals. PERSONAL BESTS FOR CIARA McKENNA AND LUCY HOLMES We had four more athletes in action on the track. Lucy Holmes went in the under 15 1,500m. In a very fast race Lucy was well up with the pace and finished in 5th place. Her time was two second faster than her time in Munster and was a new personal best of 5.03.39. Kate Hickey was in action in the under 16 1,500m and she also improved on her Munster time finishing six second faster in a time of 5.12.10. We will be watching

to see which of the two will be the first to go under 5mins next season. Both Caoimhe Dwyer and Niall Blackwell were feeling under the weather on Saturday but were determined to compete in their All Ireland championships. Caoimhe had to run both a heat and final in the 400m. She qualified for the final and ran 63.62 which was close to her personal best. Niall ran in the 3,000m and he was running well in the bunch for the first half the race but in the second half it was obvious he was not himself but he was determined to complete the race but was well outside his usual time for this event. Ciara McKenna competed in the under 16 javelin and added almost three mts to her personal best. Ciara threw 24.72 to make it into the last eight of the javelin and that throw was enough for her to finish 6th in the event. Well done to all our athletes who competed in the championships. MUNSTER B CHAMPIONSHIPS IN WATERFORD RSC ON SATURDAY W.W.WA.C. has over twenty athletes entered for the final day of the championships which will be held in the RSC starting at 11am. Check with Mary Ashe at training for all the details. Training will finish on Friday night our thanks to all our coaches who give so willingly of their time each week to coach our young athletes.

First junior lady Laura Corbally receives her prize from sponsor Michael Doocey at the 21st Annual Doocey's Bar Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

Laura Flavin first lady over 35 receives her prize from Michael Doocey at the 21st Annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

Committee Meeting THE Senior clubs monthly committee meeting takes place on Wednesdays, 3rd August at 8.30 pm in Minnie’s Bar.

Ballynonty 10 BALLYNONTY AC are holding their Annual 10 mile Road Race on this Sunday, July 31st at 11 a.m. Registration is at the community hall and €10 is the race fee, with plenty of prizes in all the usual race categories.

All smiles from Paul Lenihan as he completes last Friday evening's 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

Michael Doocey presents the first lady over 45 Brigid Coffey with her prize at the 21st Annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

WEST WATERFORD AC

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sport/Skins Summer Series 2016 - Race 9

Record entry enjoys 21st Annual Doocey’s Oriel Bar Ballymacarbry 5 mile road race THE 21st annual running of the Doocey’s Bar, Ballymacarabry 5 mile road race can go down as a memorable occasion as not alone were we celebrating the 21st year of the race but it also attracted the largest turn out of runners ever in the 21 years of its existence. The race which was started 21 years ago, by local runners Francis Connolly and the late Tony McCarthy has stood the test of time and the event still has one of the original crew as race director to this day in Frank Bolger who was our honorary race starter last Friday evening. For all of those 21 past years we still have our loyal sponsor on board and we sincerely thank them again this year, Tony and Michael Doocey and all of the Doocey family for 21 years of support and sponsorship for this race. Thanks also to Michael Doocey who presented the winners with their prizes on the night. For the first time we were unable to use the wood circuit as forestry work on the course prevented us for going through the wood on this occasion, nevertheless our plan B out and back road circuit was met with glowing reports after the race with many personal best's achieved on the night. Thanks to Danny O'Rourke and all at the Community Centre for permitting the use of the fabulous facilities, entries were taken at the hall and changing and showers were also available which was really appreciated by one and all.

Thanks to those who provided the sandwiches, teas etc. a big thank you. To Ann for looking after the prizes and to Ann, Shirley, Liam, Ray and Tom for the entries and results. Our thanks to road racing co-ordinator Gerry Cantwell who insured the race went ahead and had the new course measured and ready to go by 7.30 p.m. on the night. Thanks to Conor, Jamie who were on duty out on the course doing their usual brilliant job. Our thanks and appreciation to the Spellman family who provided the water station at mile 2 this was much appreciated by the runners. All in all another great community effort saw a most enjoyable nights racing in the beautiful Nire valley, see you all in 2017 when please god we will do it all over again. THREE-IN-A-ROW FOR KEVIN MAUNSELL Weather conditions were ideal for our out and back 5 mile race last Friday evening as the record entry of 170 athletes toed the start line. Frank Bolger pulled the starters gun trigger and the large field were on their way out the Nire road. Soon to the fore along with two others we had an athlete vying to retain his title won here last year, Indeed he was going for three in a row as he previously took the title in 2014 also, three in a row it was to be as Clonmel's Kevin Maunsell was not to be denied when he continued his winning trend last Friday evening to kept his 100% record intact. Kevin one of Clonmel's AC

best athlete's currently on the road racing scene held off a stiff challenge from the inform Damien Murphy, West Waterford AC and Danny Smith, Ballynonty AC. These three battled it out throughout the first 2.5 miles, and at the turning point at half way all three were still together, at mile three Smith had dropped slightly off the pace with Maunsell and Murphy passing the three marker together, an explosive 4.55 mile between 3 and 4 was the decisive break when Munsell upped the ante and broke clear of Murphy opening up a gap which he was to hold to the finish line which he crossed first for the 3rd year in a row. The winning time was 26.42 just 16 seconds slower that his time of 2015 Damien Murphy one of the most improved athletes on the circuit presently crossed well clear of Smith in a time of 27.08 with the Ballynonty athlete and recent winner of the Clashmore 5 third in 27.18. The over 40 category was claimed by Colm Costello, Brother Pearse AC in 28.55 with the over 45 prize going to Dermot Hayes, Dundrum AC 28.56. Martin Hayes West Waterford AC 29.51 was the winner in the over 50 category, Maurice Boland Clonmel AC 36.29 claimed the over 55 prize and 1st junior was Anthony Tobin Clonmel AC 27.54. The times recorded this year by our category winners especially were of the very best standard and the amount of Personal best's re-coded on

24th Annual Marine Climb on Friday, August 5th

ST. Catherine's AC are holding their annual 5k road race and walk on this coming Friday, 29th July at 8.00 pm. The main sponsor is Dermot O'Leary Agri Ltd and entry is €10 with registration at the Community Hall in Conna, there are prizes for 1st 5 men and women and 1st men over 40-45-50-55 and 60 and for ladies over 35-40-45-50-55 and 60 plus 1st junior man and woman, a bonus of €50 is on offer for either of the course records 15.37 and 18.38. The usual prizes will also be on offer and a great cuppa after.

RACE number 10 in the 11 race 22nd annual Ger Wyley Sports /SKINS Summer Series 2016 will take place on Friday, August 5th next at 7.30 pm with the 24th Annual Marine Climb 6 mile road race. A large turnout is expected for this race as its always a great test as to how our current form is. Our thanks to sponsor of 24 years Christy and Helen O’Neill of the Marine Bar. The club are grateful to Christy and Helen and all the race committee at the Marine for all their work and help with the event for all those years and our wish is that we will continue with this association with the Marine for many more years to come. Please note race entries will be take at Dungarvan Sports Centre Quann's from 6.15 pm. Race entry is only €5 pre-registration and it will cost you €8 on race night.

Back-to-back Marathons for Paul Brunnock and Mick Concannon

John Foley comes into finish last Friday evening’s 21st annual Doocey's Bar Ballymacarbry 5.

Ran Killarney half marathon WELL done last Saturday to club members who were in action in Killarney at the

annual half marathon, Anthony Dwyer 1.35.29, Brian Ormonde 1.41.13,

Despite running 10 seconds faster than her winning time last year another Clonmel's Aine Roche had to settle for 2nd place behind her team mate but another excellent run from Aine in 32.41. Our current overall Ger Wyley Sports/Skins summer series leader Mary Molloy was 3rd in a time of 33.52. The category prizes were over 35 Laura Flavin West Waterford AC 39.21. Laura is a member of the clubs 100 marathon team for Dublin this year and is in great form presently, the over 40 winner was Kate Wall, Clonmel AC 39.56, and the over 45 title went to Brigid Coffey IND 38.18. Last year's over 45 category winner Anna Byrne, Clonmel AC stepped up an age but this didn't deter her from taking a prize as she claimed the over 50 category in 39.28. First junior and running her very first Ballymac 5 was Laura Corball Touraneena Road Runners 45.57. LADIES RESULTS 1st Laura Tobin Clonmel AC 30.54 2nd Aine Roche Clonmel AC 32.41 3rd Mary Molloy Carrickon-Suir AC 33.52 O/35 Laura Flavin West Waterford AC 39.21 O/40 Kate Wall Clonmel AC 39.56 O/45 Brigid Coffey IND 38.18 O/50 Anna Byrne Clonmel AC 39.28 Junior Laura Corbally Touraneena Road Runners 45.57

Overall winner for the third year in succession Kevin Maunsell is presented with his prize by sponsor Michael Doocey at the 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

Overall ladies winner Laura Tobin receives her prize from race sponsor Michael Doocey the 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

22nd Annual Ger Wyley Sports/Skins Summer Series 2016

Dermot O’Leary Agri Ltd. Conna 5k this Friday

PAUL Brunnock and Mick Concannon took part this weekend in the Marathon Club of Ireland organised back to back marathons in Offaly. Day 1 was in Rhode, starting in Clonmore Harps GAA , day 2 was in Mount Lucas wind farm, running through the wind farm.Both Paul and Mick completed both with flying colours. On day one Paul ran 3.56 on day two he clocked 3.52. Mick ran on Saturday 4.34 and on Sunday he completed the course in 4.15.

the night throughout the field of 170 athletes was very noticeable, it has to be said that the course used this year was met with very favourable comment, but that's all for another day. Well done to all. RESULTS OF BALLYMACARBRY 5 MILE 2016 Men’s Prize Winners 1st Kevin Maunsell Clonmel AC 26.42 2nd Damien Murphy West Waterford AC 27.08 3rd Danny Smyth Ballynonty AC 27.18 O/40 Colm Costello Brother Pearse AC 28.55 O/45 Dermot Hayes Dundrum AC 28.56 O/50 Martin Hayes West Waterford AC 29.51 O/55 Maurice Boland Clonmel AC 36.29 Junior Anthony Tobin Clonmel AC 27.54 AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIP STUDENT LAURA TOBIN WINS LADIES EVENT Young Clonmel AC athlete and now on an athletics scholarship in St. Leo University Florida was the lady who took the Ballymacarbry ladies race by storm last Friday evening when she made her summer trip home to her native Clonmel a memorable one by winning her 1st Ballymac 5, Laura a sister to another brilliant young athlete Sean Tobin who is on his 4th year scholarship also in the USA and her younger brother Anthony who won the junior race Friday evening Laura was a gun to tape winner in an impressive 30.54.

Ciara Duff 1.57.05, Geraldine Barry 1.57.37 and Fiona Ormonde 1.51.14.

Damien Murphy 2nd overall receives his prize from sponsor Michael Doocey at the 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

Munster Senior and Masters Track and Field Championships THIS year's Munster Senior and Masters Track and Field Championships will be held on our door step at the RSC Waterford on this Sunday, July 31st and the following athletes have been entered from the club Rachel Power shot putt, Harry O’Brien 800m and 1,500m, Mossie Keogh 100m, 1,500m and 3,000m, Ray Hahesy 3000m and 400m, Michael Tutty Javelin and Yuri Kanash Pole Vault. Best of luck to all.

First man over 50 Martin Hayes receives his prize from Michael Doocey at the 21st annual Doocey's Bar, Ballymacarbry 5 last Friday evening.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Sunday, 24th July Open 18 holes Singles V/Par Result 1st – Declan Beausang (17) +2 C.S.S Sun 67 Tuesday Bacon 12th July winners 1st Jim Cashman, Michael McBride. Paddy Conlon. 40 pts Thursday 14th over 60’s winners 1st Una Dowd, Alf Barden. 27 pts. FIXTURES Saturday 30th Sunday 31st July and Monday 1st August. Open 2 person or 3 person better ball team events. (Separate competitions). €10 for the welcome Visitor Sponsored by: Kearny’s Restaurant Tallow. Tuesday 26th July Bacon Tee time 5.45 p.m. Ring ahead if you are going to be late and we will wait for you.

Senior Golf over 60 (Na seilici) will continue on Thursday the 28th July at 10.30 am. Absolutely nothing serious here but golf, stories, craic and barn brack. STORY OF THE WEEK With Waterford hurlers winning in Thurles and huge activity over the weekend and Lismore Soccer Club having their annual Classic, it was amazing that anyone has the energy left to play golf. The ever popular V par competition proved to be as popular as ever with Declan Beausang proving to be the master of the day. Declan played this competition as it should be played by a thinking man. He turned level and won the competition on the back 9 at +2. Better players had -10 result. Well done Declan. LISMORE LADIES Last week we have the ever popular Eileen Murphy foursomes. You could play

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 IT was another hectic week at the Club with over 600 competitive rounds played over the course. Senior golfers were in town on Monday and Wednesday in great numbers while the Ladies Waltz on Tuesday proved very popular as always. Some great golf was played with popular publican Paddy O’Brien shooting 43 points on Monday and David Shanley going one better on Thursday. Frances Millerick is using her new clubs to great effect as she recorded another win on Saturday. On Saturday also, we remembered fondly Peter Cusack with his Memorial Tournament sponsored by Classic Gents. Peter had a fun and friendly personality that endeared him to everyone at the Club and is sadly missed. Indeed he must have been looking down on us this weekend as his brother Kevin took the honours in the Monthly medal on Sunday with a fine 67. Tuesday and Friday evenings were scramble nights. Our ladies Into Golf Programme continues every Tueaday evening with a scramble at 7 p.m. Indeed our resident professional David is holding clinics for our Ladies Into Golf participants on Wed. 3rd August. Details will be forwarded to all participants. Our Invitational Scramble

on Friday evening became an International Scramble. A great crowd turned up including Rugby International Niamh Briggs who took time out from the oval ball to finish 3rd in the scramble. Our next scramble takes place on Monday, 1st August at 6 p.m. A great crowd is expected, turn up early to register. Finally we would remind members and visitors to prepare pitchmarks and pay greenfees. There is a little sprinkle of rain about which makes the greens susceptible to damage. A pitchmark repaired within the hour will recover in a day. With the course in fatastic shape and great colour added by our “flowerpower “ girls we are attracting many non-members. Non-members must pay a green fee, which makes them a temporary members and is also important for insurance purposes. Randon spot checks are in force so avoid embarrassing situations. GENTS RESULTS Mon. 18: 1 P. O’Brien 13 43, 2 L. Crawford 18 42, 3 M. O’Sullivan Carrick (23) 41. Wed. 20th South Munster Seniors: Cat 0-14: 1 J.O’Donnell (6) 38, 2 P. Finnegan (12) 38, 3 T Burke (11) 38. Cat 15-19 1st D. O’Brien (19) 42, 2 B. Manley Mahon 40, 3 D. Dromgoole

Lismore Golf Club Jack Aherne Captain’s Prize 15th - 17th July 2016. Left to Right Front Row: 3rd Dermot O'Leary; 2nd John McGrath; Jack Aherne (Captain); 1st Pat Morrissey; Helen Aherne, Gross; Brendan Hannon, Katherine Moynihan (President). Left to Right Back Row: Jo Jo Tobin (Lady Captain); 5th Dave Lonergan; Cat B (1518) Martin O'Driscoll; 4th Nicholas Walsh; Cat C (19+) Ger Hayes; Cal Aherne for Guest Bill Ahern; Past Captain Maurice Cahillane; Veteran Prize Patrick Curley; Cat A (0-14) Ted O'Leary. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Rules of the competition were posted in the clubhouse. The Lady Captain JoJo & Hon. Sec Hannah were the eventual winners and will represent the club in Cork Golf Club in September. Well done ladies. We have our Ladies open on this week kindly spon-

sored by Dungarvan Nissan – South East Car & Van Hire - get inviting Ladies. The seniors competition is still going ahead on Thursdays at 10.30 am, Willie Henry and Anna Murphy are in charge. Anyone interested please come along, 8 holes - the top field twice, with tea/coffee and cake afterwards.

Junior golf is on Thursday evenings at 7 pm please contact either Laoise Ní Chonchubhair or Seán Daly. Our Adult beginners golf has started back on Monday's from 6.30 pm onwards the contacts are Mary Ahern or Chrissie Denn. Please come along for these taster sessions to see how you might enjoy the

game - equipment can be provided. Our mixed competition goes ahead (weather permitting) on Fridays at 6.30 p.m. Loads of craic to be had, ring ahead if running late and your name can be added to the draw. RESULTS Monday, 18th to Thursday, 21st July - 18 Holes S/Ford -

Eileen Murphy Qualifier 1st JoJo Tobin (19) & Hannah Lucas (23) 36 pts.

(15) 38. CAT 20+ 1 S. English (20) 41, 2 J. Quinlan Muskerry (24) 41, 3 J. Drinan (24) 38. Thurs. 21st SPAR Open Singles: 1 D. Shanley 11 44, E. Conway 3 42, 3 M. Walsh 9 40, 4 P Curran 18 39, 5 D. O’Neill 7 39. Fri. 22nd Invitational Scramble: 1st Donal Verling, Eamon Keane, Marie Fahey (Ballymac), 2 Jim Kiersey, Paul Sarsfield, A. Dowling, Flora Wall, 3 Eugene Slater, Mike Briggs, M. Slater, N. Briggs, 4th P. O’Riordan, A. Kershaw, Mary Prendergast. Fri. 22nd Deise College Adult and Junior Foursomes: 1 Sean Whelan Barrett and Ciara Whelan Barrett 681⁄2. Sat. 23rd Peter Cusack Memorial Singles (Classic Gents): 1 Mce Cliffe 16 41 pts, 2 L. Fitzgerald (9) 40 pts, Gross Alan Thomas 38 pts, 3 PJ Kindregan (9) 40. LADIES RESULTS Mon. 18th 1st lady P. Sheehan East Cork 18 41, 2 Mary Power (16) 41, Tues. 19th Ruffles Waltz: 1 Finola Butler (22) J Fox (23) A Purcell (24) 85 pts, 2nd C O’Mahony (11), J Fitzgerald (15), M. Moynihan (21) 84, 3rd T. O’Sullivan (14) C. O’Callaghan (15) F Millerick (29) 79 pts. Sat,. 23rd Singles: 1 F. Millerick (29) 40 pts, 2 Ruth Byrne (31) 39, 3 C. O’Keeffe (22) 38. FIXTURES Mon 25: July Open Gents /Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F Tues. 26: Ladies Singles Stroke Deise Cup (G.O.Y.) (Interlude) Thur. 28: SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15 Fri. 29: Open Gents/Ladies Singles Sat. 30: Open Gents Singles S/F & Open Ladies Singles S/F (Dungarvan

Shopping Centre) Sun. 31: Open Gents Singles S/F Mon. 1: Aug Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F + Invitation 9 Holes Scramble at 6 p.m. Tues. 2: Open Ladies 2 Person Rumble (Garvey's) Thur. 4: SPAR Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Qualifier - Visitors €15 Sat. 6: Gents/Ladies 11H S/F. FUN 9H SCRAMBLE at 2.30 p.m., FAMILY FUN DAY+Drive4Dough AUGUST 6th FAMILY FUN DAY Preparations are underway for the Family Fun Day at Dungarvan Golf Club on Saturday 6th August. Members, visitors, family and friends are invited to this fun and exciting occasion. A great day out is promised with lots of fun and entertainment from bouncy castles, to face painting, putting competitions, a 9H scramble, music and food. All are welcome, we’d love to see you there! In conjunction with the Family Fun Day the “Drive for Dough” fundraiser will take place. Booklets containing 20 squares at €5 each are being sold for this unique draw. The squares will be 2ft X 2ft and on the day of the draw 10 golf balls will be hit from a designated tee onto a fairway which will be transformed into a huge grid of 2ft X 2ft squares. These squares will be randomly numbered and the prizes will be allocated to each square in which a ball rests. The ten prizes will range from first prize of €2,500 for the first ball hit, €1,000 for the 2nd prize and second ball, €500 for the 3rd prize and third ball, €250 for 4th and 5th prizes, and €100 for 6th to 10th prizes. All members who have received a card are

earnestly requested to enthusiastically support this fundraising event, and your efforts to sell booklets are greatly appreciated. SCRAMBLE BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 1st AUGUST Following the success of the last Bank Holiday scramble another invitational scramble has been arranged to begin at 6pm. Members are welcome to bring guests. The scramble will be followed by a meal in the clubhouse. Put the date in your diary now and invite your guests to join us. SIXTY.COM Next competition Wed. 27th. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER INCLUDING GOLF LESSON All of us who play know that Golf offers so much more. Not only is it a hobby for life, it offers a social outlet as well as a healthy lifestyle option. It can be therapeutic as well as fun. New members can avail of an Introductory Offer of just €300 including one complimentary lesson from our resident Professional David Hayes. Dungarvan Golf Club is the only members club in the town and our facilities include a Championship course and practice facilities, Bar (with the best pint in town), Restaurant (with the best steak in town) and Snooker Room, a resident PGA professional and fully stocked Pro-Shop. This offer is for a limited time only and is valid for the 2016 season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or alternatively contact the office on 058-43310 if you require further information or assistance. PROSHOP NEWS This week our resident

Professional David is hosting a Cobra Demo Day on Thursday You can make your appointment by phoning the Pro Shop. Using the latest radar systems the cobra technician will custom fit you free of charge to ensure you are using the correct equipment. David continues to offer a fantastic service to members and visitors alike aside from a busy retail outlet, Dungarvan Pro Shop and service agents for Glider and Powakaddy electric trollies, as well as offering free custom fitting on brands including Ping, Callaway, Mizuno and Wilson. With the best prices in town, you won’t beat Dungarvan Pro Shop on value and professional advice. You can follow the Pro Shop activities and special offers and more on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com or call in for free professional advice. JUNIOR NEWS This week we held two Junior tournaments with the Allrounder Trophy taking pride of place. Kindly presented as always by Mr. Pearse Moloney a great turnout took to the course. Patrick Power took the honours shooting a brilliant 46 points. Pearse congratulated all the winners and wished our junior section continued success with his promise to sponsor again next year. Brian Callaghan took the honours in the Pre-Junior Section shooting a brilliant 31 points over 9 holes. Our next event in the Junior Captains prize on Wed. 3rd August kindly presented by Junior Captain Sean Whelan Barrett. Tuition for our beginners and PreJuniors continues next Saturday at 3pm. We are attracting great crowds every week and it’s wonderful

to see young golfers taking their first steps into golf. Tuition is open to non-members at a cost of €2 so come along. Finally congrats to Sean and Ciara Whelan Barrett on winning our Adult-Junior Foursomes last Friday. Sean and Ciara returned a 68 and a half for a comfortable win and a little birdie told me Ciara played all the golf. We will be hosting another Adult Junior Foursomes over 9 holes on some Sunday afternoon when Waterford wont be playing hurling, it could be soon! Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to our Junior Conveynor David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. You can follow our junior activities on Facebook. JUNIOR GIRLS GOLF TASTER SESSIONS Taking place every Wednesday in July and August, Venue Dungarvan Golf Club Start Time: 11 am – 12 noon Cost: €20 for 4 sessions Equipment provided Sample chipping, putting and long game Fun friendly environment Why not give it a try! Enjoy some exercise, fresh air and socialising with your friends! Girls aged 8 – 7 are welcome to attend! To book a place contact Irene: 058 41605 CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

FIXTURES Sunday, 24th & Wednesday, 27th July – Ladies Open Day – 3 Ball – kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan – South East Car & Van Hire - get inviting Ladies.

GOLF

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

West Waterford Golf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com OPEN WEEK RESULTS Fri., 22nd July - Open 13 Hole Scramble – Sponsored by Specsavers Wilton 1st: Barry Hamilton, David Buckley & Jason Louch 36.9. 2nd: Paul Carroll, Brian McNamara & Stephen Spillane 39.2. 3rd: Sean Grant, Shauna Wall & Reena McDonnell 40.8. 4th: Aisling Fennell, Jean O’Donovan & Ciarán Power 41.5. Sat., 23rd July – Open Singles – Sponsored by David Hayes 1st: Denis Conway (12) 43 pts, 2nd: Robbie Deady (9) 42 pts, Gross: Darragh Herlihy (3) 34 pts, 3rd: Eoin Prendergast (12) 40 pts b9. CSS: 37 pts Sun., 24th July – Fourball – Sponsored by McGurk’s Golf 1st. Tom O’Donoghue (14) & Breda O’Donoghue (14) – 65 pts; 2nd. Martin O’Driscoll (15) & Ger Mulcahy (16) – 59 pts; 3rd. Luke Swayne (10) & Brian Murphy (14) – 57 pts b9. TUESDAY TREATS 19TH JULY Cat. 1 – 1st: Pat Power (22) 23 pts, 2nd: Ollie Broderick (18) 22 pts. Cat. 2 – 1st: Michael Flynn (15) 23 pts, 2nd: Maurice Hallahan (14) 22 pts. Cat. 3 – 1st: Sean Barry (18) 20 pts. Nearest To Pin: Barrie Pook & Clive Cooney. AL EILE OPEN GENTS QUALIFIER WED 20TH JULY

1st: Eoin Conway (3) 40 pts, 2nd: Kieran Mulligan (22) 40 pts, Best Visitor: Damien McCarthney (15) 37 pts Castletroy GC, Gross: Daniel Burke (6) 39 pts, 3rd: Jerry Martin (17) 39 pts, 4th: Darragh Herlihy (3) 38 pts. CSS: 37 pts. PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL GOLF SOCIETY – WED., 20TH JULY 1st: Joe Cunningham, Liam Armshaw, Paddy McCarthy & Saoirse Bulfin 101 pts, 2nd: Billy Bland, Joe Moore, Pauling Flynn & Frank Dooley 90 pts, 3rd: Sean Kenny, Fintan Leahy, Tom Kennedy & Mary Malone 89 pts. DUNGARVAN GARDA DISTRICT SOCIETY – THURSDAY, 21ST JULY 1st: Sean Power, Stephen Phelan 47 pts, 2nd: Colm O’Callaghan, Damien Ring 46 pts. JUNIOR COMPETITION – TUESDAY, 19TH JULY 1st: Niall Blackwell (16) 43 pts, 2nd: Joe Kuhne (20) 40 pts, Gross: Max Quinn (11) 26 Gross, 3rd: Ciaran Power (9) 34 pts, 4th: Oisin McHugh (30) 32 pts, Best 36: Jack Mulligan, 1st Beginner: Adam Mulligan (36) 11 pts, 2nd Beginner: Cillian Ryan (36) 10 pts. Junior Competitions each Tuesday at 10 a.m. sharp followed by lesson. FIXTURES Friday 22nd – Monday, 1st

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com

TONY DUNFORD MEMORIAL Once again this event was blessed with good weather and for the fifth year running we got no rain. The shot-gun start went off on time with all teams in position on the course. By 10.30 the smell of the BBQ started drifting thru the course from the 10th tee and chefs Maurice and Josephine spent their day cooking 120 burgers and 100 sausages for the participating players, much to the satisfaction of all. At the other end of the course Mick Dunford and his many helpers were preparing sandwiches and brewing tea and coffee for the players as they passed thru from the 18th hole to the 1st hole. Each year for this competition a different element is added for the second round and for 2016 the players had nine holes with the hole in a very unusual place and players were awarded double points for scores on those holes. A day like this needs many helpers to make it successful and to all who helped out in any way we say thanks. To our chefs, Maurice and Josephine, our caterers, Mick, Breed, Mary, and their helpers, Martin Murray and Tom White for checking all the scores and Andy who helped out everywhere, we offer our sincere thanks on a job well done.

RESULTS 1st Overall: David O’Connor (18), Tony Condon (20), Margo Condon (27) & Lil O’Connor 226 pts; 2nd Overall: Roy Ware (9), Brian Fahey (9), Tony Sheehan (12) & Tom Reynolds (16) 221 pts. 1st Eighteen: Ned Connors (21), Tony McKeown (10), Tony Fitzgerald (19) & Willie Joe O’Connor 95 pts; 2nd Eighteen: Eamon O’Donnell (4), Kieran Cullinan (9), Paddy Walsh (12) * Bob O’Brien (14) 128 pts; 3rd Overall: Mary Kiely (15), Breda Conway (27), Ellen Foley (28), Margaret Mulhearne (29) 214 pts; 4th Overall: Tim O’Driscoll (17), Vincent Hyland (16), Tom O’Brien (20), Peter McArdle (19) 213 pts. DOUBLE UP NEXT WEEKEND The winner of the double-up over the weekend was Micheal White, which gives Micheal a €30 voucher for Deise Golf World. There will be another double-up this weekend coming for another Deise Golf World voucher. A double up is the combined scores on the Saturday and Sunday. COMING UP IN AUGUST Saturday, 6th August: Munster Finals Mixed Foursomes. Competition for members, see available times on line. Sunday, 7th August: Monthly

August – Open Week at West Waterford. Open Week 2016 at West Waterford Golf Club July 22nd to August 1st. Open Week Fixtures July 22nd – August 1st, 2016. Wed., 27th July – Gents 18 hole singles sfd. (Dungarvan Nissan). Fri., 29th July – Gents 18 hole singles sfd (Deise Golf World). Ladies 9 hole from 6p.m. (Deise Golf World). Sat., 30th July – Gents 18 hole Fourball (FDC). Sun., 31st July – Ladies/Gents 3 person Team event (Coolcormack Residents). Mon., 1st Aug - 18 Hole Singles (Coolcormack Residents). OPEN WEEK 2016 Our Open Week for 2016 commenced on Friday last and continues until Bank Holiday Monday, 1st August. This is always a busy time of the year at West Waterford and this year has proved to be exceptionally busy. There has been a fantastic entry to all the competitions so far and we have also seen a large international entry as well with visitors from France, Spain, Denmark, UK and USA. We look forward to another fantastic week ahead, so make sure to check our fixtures list. We would like to sincerely thank all our sponsors for Open Week. There will be Open Week Presentation of Prizes on Tuesday 26th, Thursday 28th, and Sunday, 31st July. BELVEDERE TROPHY With a slender 3-2 lead and a place in the county final at stake, the second leg of the semi - final match vs Waterford was always going to be a tense affair. Our chances improved

when Waterford could only field 4 pairs which put us into a 4-2 lead before a ball was struck. Edward and his team have been around long enough to realise that getting 11⁄2 matches against the opposition on their home patch would be a big ask. Tomas Curran and Matthew McCarthy won on the 13th to give us a much needed boost. We were struggling in matches 2 and 3 and were now looking to our top pairing to deliver the goods. Seasoned campaigners Edward Hickey and Fintan Gee rallied from 3 down to record the all-important half on the 18th hole. With the light fading fast it was back to the first for the sudden death play-off. With the tension mounting the first hole was halved with a 6, but Fintan held his nerve to deliver the perfect drive on the second and Edward landed the next shot just two feet behind the green. The chip in ended up within 2 feet of the pin and the calm, cool and collected Edward sank the putt to secure our place in the final. Our team on the night was Edward Hickey and Fintan Gee, Percy Walsh and Noel Murray, Michael Landers and Pat Power, Justin Spratt and Pat Murray, Tomas Curran and Matthew McCarthy. Team manager Edward Hickey would like to thank the players and supporters, and would welcome your support in the final. The county final vs Waterford Castle is scheduled for Wednesday, 10th August at Faithlegg. CLUB FOURBALL This competition has now progressed to the quarter final stage and is put on hold until the completion of our Open week. We earnestly request the remaining pairs to complete quarter final matches following

Medal (Postponed April Medal) Saturday, 13th August: Saturday Half-Sub Qualifier. Sunday, 14th August: Monthly Medal (August) Saturday, 20th August: Minor and Intermediate Scratch Cup & Club Competition Sunday, 21st August: Minor and Intermediate Scratch Cup & Club Competition. Wednesday, 24th August: President’s Skins. Friday 26th/Saturday, 27th August: President’s Prize Qualifiers. Sunday, 28th August: President’s Prize Finals. FRIDAY EVENING SCRAMBLES Scrambles for beginners and regulars will start on Friday, 24th June, kicking off at 6 p.m. It is open to all members, male and female, and their friends and the entry fee is €3. Prizes will be presented in the Gold Coast afterwards. GOLD COAST CUP Here we are down to the semi-finals with the following players involved: Austin Kiely v John White and Conor Clancy v Dean Golds. All matches to be completed by 15th August. SCRATCH MATCH-PLAY All is now set for the final of this competition where Ger Bagge will play Michael Lenihan. This is the first year of this competition and it has been very successful and it will definitely become part of our annual calendar of events. Rumour has it that Ger has sent his car in to get it valeted while Michael is talking about upgrading his bicycle in preparation for the special parking spot for the winner. Best of luck to both players. The final is due to be completed by 21st August.

DAWN INTERNATIONAL MIXED FOURSOMES The semi-final line up is as follows: Micheal White & Teresa Queally v Austin Kiely & Elaine Goss. Jimmy O’Dwyer & Bernie Morrissey v Derek Power & Anne Keane. Above matches to be completed by 6th August. OVER €4,000 IN PRIZES New Open Competition for Teams of 3 In association with McGurk’s Golf. Format: 2 scores to count on all holes. Can be played anytime, Sunday to Friday. €50 per Team. Prizes each week. Top 2 scores to qualify for final in September. Finishing Sunday, 18th September. FIXTURES: Tuesday, 26th July: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents. Friday, 29th July: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Friday, 29th July: Scramble at 6 p.m. Saturday, 30th July: Club Competition Sunday, 31st July: Vice President’s Prize presented by John Queally. Tuesday, 2nd August: Open Seniors, 50+ Ladies and Gents RESULTS Tuesday, 19th July: Open Seniors, CSS: Gents 37 pts, Ladies 36 pts. 1st: Eamonn Ryan (15) 37 pts Thurles. 2nd: Stephen Greene (13) 37 pts. 1st Lady: Ita Barry-Walsh (20) 35 pts Clonmel. 2nd Lady: Barbara Bourke (30) 34 pts Malahide. Friday 22nd July: Open Singles, CSS 34 pts. 1st: Mick Laide (13) 37 pts Mahon. Gross: Michael Lenihan (4) 30 pts. Friday, 22nd July: 9 Hole

WEST WATERFORD PREPARE FOR RIO 2016. Pictured at West Waterford Golf Club this week in support of our very own Seamus Power were Mary Herlihy (Lady Vice Captain), Dermot Drohan (Captain), Jean Conway (Lady Captain), Pat Power (Vice Captain), and Diarmuid Horgan (President WWGC). our open week. Any problems please contact competition secretary Jimmy Murphy 085 7320907. CLUB SINGLES Entry sheets for club singles are posted on notice board. Closing date for entries is this Wednesday, 27th July as the draw will be made on Wednesday night. CHALLENGE TROPHY Cappoquin man Keith Landers still holds the lead on 49 pts from 2 rounds, but two former champions Gearoid Breathnach on 31 pts and Robert Torpey on 21 pts from one round will surely close the gap in the next 4 weeks. Summer Challenge 13 Hole Best Two Cards Over Months

Scramble 1st: Eilo Fitzgerald, Jim Maitland, Austin Kiely 287⁄8. 2nd: Vincent Hyland, Catherine Hyland, Martin Morris 291⁄8. Saturday 23rd July: Half Sub Qualifier, CSS 36 pts. 1st: Micheal White (4) 42 pts. Gross: Ger Bagge (6) 34 pts. Sunday, 24th July: Tom Fennell Memorial, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Roy Ware (9) 38 pts. 2nd: Michael Whelan (14) 38 pts. Gross: Michael Lenihan (4) 34 pts. LADIES NOTES Results: Open 3 Ball rumble sponsored by Keith Fitzgerald Photography. 1st June Whyte, Finola Butler W/Wat, Joanne Fox Newlands 81 pts. 2nd Rosemary O’Donnell, Cathy O’Gorman Cahir Park, Maria Kiersey D/Van 77 pts. 3rd Bridget Ahearne, June Hayes, Anna Harhan D/Van 74 pts. FIXTURES 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 Hole 2 card Competition sponsored by Bunmahon Sport Horses. Sat., 6th Aug: Munster Final of Mixed Foursomes. Sun., 7th Aug: Presidents Prize to Ladies. OPEN OMPETITIONS Our Open Team Events will take place every month from now until September and will be a mix of Champagne Scrambles, Rumbles and Waltz Competitions, details of which will be posted in these notes. Our next open competition on Monday, 22nd August is a 3 Person Rumble, and we would encourage all our members to invite their friends and fellow golfers from our neighbouring clubs to partake in our open events and a list of same is

Of June/July.

LADIES RESULT 18 hole stroke (GOY/ Medal) kindly sponsored by Maria Moloney – Marie T. Curran (27) 71 nett – on countback; Ann Purcell (24) 71 nett; Ciara Donnelly (35) 72 nett. CSS: Sunday 70 nett, Thursday 74 nett. FIXTURES Open Week in West Waterford GC – continues until Monday, 1st August, with competitions for ladies, Gents and mixed teams, some highlight for the ladies are as follows: Ladies Thursday - Open 18 hole 3 Person Rumble. Friday 29th – Open 9 hole

competition from 6.00 p.m. Sunday 31st – Ladies & Gents 3 person team event. Monday, 1st August – Ladies & Gents Singles. For further details on all competitions and for booking, please contact the WW office on 058 43216, or the webpage westwaterfordgolf.com 9 hole July kindly sponsored by Stella Kinsella. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Mna Eile Qualifier – Thursday, 4th August. Captain's Prize to the Ladies – Sunday, 7th August. A new Ladies 9 hole every Thursday, Draw at 6.30 p.m., open to all Ladies and new Beginners.

available in the kiosk. SHEILA NORRIS MATCHPLAY The following is the draw for the Sheila Norris Singles Matchplay competition. All 1st round matches to be completed by 24th July. Second round matches to be completed by 14th August. Martina Corkery v Marie Hayes, winner v Ruth Hannigan. Anne Keane v Serena Roche, winner v Breda Conway. Mary Kiely v Anne McGrath, winner v Bernie Morrissey. Eilo Fitzgerald v Elaine Goss, winner v Ger Hallinan. Second round matches: Teresa Queally v Patricia Doyle; Mary O’Callaghan v Ellen Foley; Joan O’Dea v Margaret Mulhearne; Kay Claassen v Rosemary Murphy CLUB FOURSOMES DRAW The following is the draw for the Club Foursomes Matchplay competition. All 1st round matches to be completed by 24th July. Second round matches to be completed by 14th August. Ruth Hannigan & Anne Keane v Margaret Mulhearne & Bernie Morrissey, winners v Helena Fitzgerald & Anne McGrath Rosemary Murphy & Marie Hayes v Breda Conway & Patricia Doyle, winners v Ger Hallinan & Serena Roche Second Round matches: Elaine Goss & Kay Claassen v Esther McGuckian & Joan O’Dea; Martina Corkery & Ellen Foley v Mary Kiely & Julie Lawlor; Eileen Murphy Scotch Foursomes This competition will run from Mon. 8th to Sun., 14th August, there will be a draw for partners for the Sunday only, please add

your name and handicap to list in kiosk. Anyone wishing to play during the week may do so by organising their own matches. The winning pair will represent the club in Little Island in September, good luck to all!! BEGINNERS SCRAMBLE There will be a scramble for beginners every Tuesday at 6 pm with presentation of prizes afterwards in the Bunker Bar, entry €2. Our inaugural outing over 9 holes was a great success and enjoyed by all, the beginners showed great enthusiasm and ability and loved the scramble format of no pressure (that’s only for tyres)!! BEGINNERS LESSONS Ladies, if you would like to play a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we are in the process of combining a very attractive and generous package for new members to include golf lessons with Ian Prendergast on Wednesday evenings at 6.15 pm at the practice area. We would encourage all our members to invite their friends along on this night. For details contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk. (058-44055). FRIDAY NIGHT INVITATIONAL SCRAMBLES Our Friday night scrambles are now started, and this is a great way of playing a mixed competition in a totally relaxed and fun format, and getting introduced to the members of the men’s club!! This event is played over 9 holes and the entry is €3, ladies please come along and invite your friends for some Friday night fun!! Registration and draw at 6.15 pm.

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Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship

Sargent Cup Senior Hurling League

Passage wins good game of hurling in Ballymacarbry Passage ……………. 1-19; Fourmilewater ……… 1-18. PASSAGE finished the group section of the Sargent cup with five wins from five outings after this narrow but deserving victory over Fourmilewater in Ballymac last Tuesday week. The seasiders led by 1-10 to 0-7 at the interval but they had to withstand a strong home challenge in the final quarter to keep their winning sequence intact. The only major score in the first moiety was a fine individually worked goal by Callum O’Neill for Passage in the 14th minute which gave his team the initiative for all but the final quarter. Killian Fitzgerald was a regular scorer for the winners from frees and from placed balls while Liam Lawlor, Maurice O’Gorman and Shane Ryan at centre back were the home team’s key players throughout. The winners’ midfield dynamo Pa Walsh struck the score of the match in the 28th minute with Kenny Brazil and Shane Ryan also dissecting the posts for Fourmile with similar contenders before the break. There was no sign that this game was going to go down to the wire for most of the second half with Peter Queally’s charges ahead by 1-16 to 0-12 at the end of the third quarter. Credit Fourmile though, they came much more into the match with white flags by such as Kenny

Emmetts and Sliabh gCua qualify for League Final AS expected Colligan Emmetts and Sliabh gCua top the Western junior football premier championship group table after completing their seven match programme and so they will renew rivalry when they will play out the Divisional league final. Both finished their series of games on a high last weekend and it is difficult at this stage to see any other team preventing them meeting again in the championship final itself.

Comfortable win for Emmetts despite wides tally

Referee Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys) pictured with team captains Pa Walsh (Passage) and Shane Ryan (Fourmilewater). Brazil, Liam Lawlor and Ciaran Walsh and the goal they so badly required materialised from a superb individual effort by Maurice O’Gorman really tested the winners’ resolve. Time just about ran out for the home team, who on their tremendous last quarter comeback would not have been flattered with a share of the spoils. Passage will now play Abbeyside in the Sargent Cup semi final while an understrength Fourmile outfit can look forward to the remainder of the championship (whenever that will be) with confidence. Passage’s Top Three: Killian Fitzgerald, Pa Walsh, Gary

Cullinane. Fourmilewater’s Top Three: Liam Lawlor, Maurice O’Gorman, Shane Ryan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Liam Lawlor. Number of Scorers: Passage 7. Fourmilewater 7. Scores from Play: Passage 1-10. Fourmilewater 1-12 Frees For: Passage 10. Fourmilewater 17. Wides: Passage 5. Fourmilewater 9. Score of the Match: Pa Walsh’s 28th minute point for Passage. Scorers – Passage: Killian Fitzgerald 0-11 (8f, 1’65’), Callum O’Neill 1-0, Pa Walsh, Mitchell Baldwin and Richard Hurley 0-2 each, Gary Cullinane and Stephen Lynch 0-1 each. Fourmilewater: Liam Lawlor 0-9

(6f), Maurice O’Gorman 1-2, Kenny Brazil 0-3, Jake Mulcahy, Shane Ryan, Seamus Lawlor and Ciaran Walsh 0-1 each. Passage: Eddie Lynch; Darragh Lynch, Jason Flood, Gary Cullinane; Adam Roche, Stephen Mason, Jason Roche; Pa Walsh, Mitchell Baldwin; Killian Fitzgerald, Patrick Flynn, Richard Hurley; Stephen Lynch, Paul Donnellan, Callum O’Neill. Fourmilewater: Davy Ryan; James McGrath, Thomas O’Gorman, Conal Mulcahy; Gearoid Hearne, Shane Ryan, Paddy Lawlor; Dermot Ryan, Maurice O’Gorman; Ciaran Walsh. Dylan Guiry, Seamus Lawlor; Kenny Brazil, Liam Lawlor, Jake Mucahy. Subs: Liam Cooney, Tommy Cooney. Referee: Tadhg Tobin (Brickeys).

Phelan Cup Senior Football League

Kilrossanty continue Phelan Cup unbeaten run Kilrossanty …………0 -16; Brickeys ……………. 1-10. A VERY enjoyable league game took place between the Brickeys and Kilrossanty in Bushy park last Saturday evening. Both teams were without their main go-to guys for scores, both Conor McGrath (Brickeys) and Paul Whyte (Kilrossanty) were away in the sun. Midfielder Carthach Barry opened the scoring with a wonderful point for the Brickeys and Joey Veale, who was lively throughout, quickly replied with a free. Further Kilrossanty points were added by Niall Walsh, Barry Prendergast and Tommy Pendergast before Johnny Morrissey added a great point from play for the Brickey men. At this stage Kilrossanty missed a couple of goal chances to put this game to bed and they had some bad wides to follow. Carthach Shalloe floated over a free that was made easier when referee Brendan Breen brought the ball forward leaving the score Brickeys 0-5; Kilrossanty 0-4. Kilrossanty got a grip on the game and scored four

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unanswered points through Joey Veale, Donal Fitzgerald, Patrick Cunningham and Joey Veale with a free. Carthach Shalloe tacked on a point for the Brickeys to leave the half-time score Brickeys 0-6 Kilrossanty 0-8. There were some very questionable umpiring decisions at both ends of the field and both couldn’t blame the sun as an excuse. Kilrossanty made three changes at half-time and this seemed to upset their rhythm as the Brickeys started much brighter and opened the second half scoring when Kieran O’Neill popped over a point to go with his first half effort. He was the Brickeys best forward on show and the result might have been different if he saw more of the ball. Cormac O’Grady scored a great left foot point to level the match at 0-8 all. Pa Whyte came in off the wing to open Kilrossanty’s second half account but the Comeragh men were struggling at this stage and like Kilrossanty in the first half, the Brickeys missed some great goal chances, one wide and a great save from the ever young Darren Mulhearne in

goal before Conor Phelan eventually found the back of the net. 1-8 to 0-9. Kilrossanty eventually got going and Barry Prendergast, Donal Fitzgerald and Joey Veale with a free made it 1-9 to 0-12. Kilrossanty’s Stephen Prendergast was black carded after dragging Conor Phelan to the ground when surely a Brickey goal was on. A bit of handbags followed before order was restored by Brendan Breen refereeing his first senior match, who was excellent throughout. Kilrossanty added four more points through Joey Veale (2f), Pa cunningham and Tommy Prendergast. Carthach Shalloe scored a free to finish the scoring Brickeys 1-9; Kilrossanty 0-16. On the evidence of this match, Kilrossanty have a lot of work to do if they are to progress in this years championship and it was a great workout for the Brickeys ahead of their match next week with neighbours Ballinameela. Kilrossanty: 1. Darren Mulhearne; 2 Killian Whelan, 3 Mark Prendergast, 4 Conor

Hayes; 5 Patrick Whyte 0-1, 6 Stephen Prendergast, 7 James Whyte; 8 Tommy Prendergast 0-2, 9 David Power; 10 Donie Fitzgerald 0-2, 11 Niall Walsh 0-1, 12 Barry Prendergast 0-2; 13 Patrick Cunningham 0-2, 14 Joey Veale 0-6 5f, 15 Alan Quinn. Subs: Oscar de Paor for Niall Walsh, Michael Walsh for Alan Quinn, Mike Hassett for Killian Whelan, Kenny Houlihan for Stephen Prendergast (black card). Unused subs: H. Quinn and J. Kirwan. Brickeys Rangers: 1 Thomas Lynch ; 2 Darragh O’Grady, 3 Philip Walsh 0-1, 4 Diarmuid Tobin; 5 Shane McGrath, 6 David Ryan, 7 Johnny Cooney; 8 Conor Phelan (1 goal), 9 Carthach Barry 0-1; 10 John Morrissey 0-1, 11 Emmet Gaffney, 12 Kieran O’Neill 0-2; 13 Cormac O’Grady 0-1, 14 David Hickey, 15 Carthach Shalloe 0-3 2f. Referee: Brendan Breen (Stradbally).

CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG IN QUALIFYING POSITION Clashmore/Kinsalbeg 1-15; Ballinameela ………… 1-4. Clashmore/Kinsalbeg have moved into second position in Group 2 of the Phelan Cup after this comprehensive win over Ballinameela last Saturday evening.

Colligan Emmetts ….. 2-15; Sean Phobail …………0-11. EMMETTS kicked nine first half wides and thirteen in total at the Burgery grounds last Friday evening but still enjoyed an 0-10 win against a further injury depleted Sean Phobail fifteen. Ironically, Sean Phobail opened the scoring with a Padraig O hEalaithe point and the Shocks manoeuvred all the early pressure but had nothing to show for it on the scoreboard. The teams were level at 0-2 apiece in the 10th minute following a brace of Johnny Wall points and an Aodhan Mac Gearailt white flag but amazingly by the 12th minute the Colligan outfit had kicked a tally of six wides. Minor player Jason Dunford settled his side with a 13th minute goal from a volley after good work by both Darren Dunford and Johnny Wall. Credit Sean Phobail, Shane De Paor and Graham Guiry brought the teams level at 0-5 to 1-2 by the 17th minute before a Mark Flynn point engineered a match long lead for Kieran O’Gorman’s charges. Prior to a Sean Phobail goal attempt, John Morrissey kicked a 23rd minute contender for score of the match and the winners added further white flags by Mark Flynn and Gavin Whelan to secure the driving seat at half time on a score of 1-6 to 0-5. As well as the absence of some long term key players, Sean Phobail had to line out here without the influential Andy Walsh, their best player in the previous week’s match and it showed in a second moiety that Emmets won by 1-9 to 0-6. The half opened

with a terrific reactionary save, at the expense of a minor score, by Dean McKenna for the winners from Richard Stilwell after good work by Bryan French. Both PJ Coffey and Ross Browne punished the failure to score with white flags, the latter a real contender for score of the match. Credit Sean Phobail, they clawed their way back into contention with points by Aodhan MacGearailt and Graham Guiry to leave just one kick of the size 5 the difference at 1-8 to 0-8 in the 35th minute. However, they were soon put back on their heels when a Darren Dunford deflected goal restored a decent amount of daylight between the teams at 2-8 to 0-8 and it was unlikely that John Phelan’s charges were to recover further. A 37th minute Gavin Whelan pointed free extended the difference further and when Sean Phobail’s wing back Stiofan O Conbhui was upended following a surging run into the heart of the Emmets’ defence, their sole return from the resulting penalty kick by Richard Stilwell was a white flag with Graham Guiry a further option to plant the ball into the net, 2-9 to 0-9. Emmetts broke well clear in a final quarter that they won by 0-6 to 0-2 with Sean Phobail relying on pointed frees by Diarmuid O Cuirrin while Ross Browne, Jason Dunford, Gavin Whelan, twice from play, Pa McGrath and Alan Walsh all impressively found the target from play for the winners. Emmetts fitness levels were very noticeable throughout as they head into the

knockout stages while Sean Phobail continue to suffer from absenteeism through injury and time is running out for the Shocks to get their much needed players back onto the playing fields. Emmetts Top Three: Mark Flynn, John Nick Fennell, Ross Browne. Sean Phobail’s Top Three: Shane De Paor, Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Stiofan O Conbhui. Observer’s Man of the Match: Mark Flynn. Number of Scorers: Emmetts 10. Sean Phobail 7. Scores From Play: Emmetts 2-12. Sean Phobail: 0-8. Frees For: Emmetts 16. Sean Phobail 11. Wides: Emmetts 13. Sean Phobail 4. Score of the Match: Shane De Paor’s 15th minute point for Sean Phobail. Scorers: Emmets: Jason Dunford 1-1, Gavin Whelan 0-4 (1f), Darren Dunford 1-0, Mark Flynn and Ross Browne 0-2. Johnny Wall 0-2f, John Morrissey, PJ Coffey, Pa McGrath and Alan Walsh 0-1 each. Sean Phobail: Graham Guiry and Aodhan Mac Gearailt 0-2 each, Richard Stilwell 0-2(1f), Diarmuid O Cuirrin 0-2f, Padraig Healy, Bryan French, and Shane Power 0-1 each. Emmetts: Dean McKenna; Alan Kinsella, John Nick Fennell, John Flynn; Ross Browne, PJ Coffey, Pa McGrath; Darren Dunford, Mark Flynn; John Wall, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan; Jason Dunford, Alan Walsh, Sean Browne. Subs: Aaron Whelan, Pat Dunford, Alan Walsh. Sean Phobail: Aodhan De Paor; Ian O Cuirrin, Padraig O Conbhui, Domhnall O Murchu; Tomas O Gealbhauin, Shane De Paor, Stiofan O Conbhui; Liam O Raghallaigh, Padraig O hEalaithe; Aodhan Mac Gearailt, Ray Turraoin, Risteard Stilwell. Diarmuid O Cuirrin, Graham O Gadhra, Bryan Frinnseach. Fir Ionaid: Sean Uadha, Padraig Ceitinn. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty).

Lismore moves up the Table Lismore ………………. 3-8; Ballinacourty ………… 2-7. LISMORE junior footballers, in their first year back in the championship, leapfrogged both their neighbours Tallow and Affane on the group league table in their final outing with a deserving 0-4 win over Ballinacourty in Cappoquin last Friday evening. Brothers Ray and Seanie Barry and young Aaron Whelan rattled the net for the winners with David Hickey and Patrick Power replying likewise for ‘Courty. Lismore secured their second

win in the championship in the first half at the end of which they led by 2-7 to 1-2. Ballinacourty made a gallant second half comeback but the concession of too many scores early on was their downfall here. ‘Courty must be the unluckiest team in the championship having lost three of their outings by the minimum of margins yet they have one remaining opportunity to stay in contention albeit against the top side Emmetts. Lismore: Stevie Barry; Evan Roche, Philip O’Keeffe, Dave Whelan; Sean Reaney, Micheal

Fitzgerald, Ronan Landers; Eric O’Sullivan, Jordan Shanahan; Daniel O’Keeffe, Seanie Barry, Aaron Whelan; Gavin Pratt, Ray Barry, David Smith. Sub: John Prendergast. Ballinacourty: Philip Cashin; Conor Brennan, Shane O’Gorman, John O’Riordan; Ruairi Conway, David Morrissey, Michael O’Riordan; Tony Collins, David Hickey; Cian O’Connell, Pa Collins, Stephen O’Connor; Pat Power, Stephen Lannigan, Anthony Fitzgerald. Subs: Joe Walsh, Gavin Joyce, Stephen O’Connor, Thomas Cashin, Jamie Organ. Referee: Tommy O’Sullivan (Affane).

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Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship

Shamrocks score six goals in Ballyduff Shamrocks ...................6-11; Affane ............................. 2-9. CLUB records were being checked up Knockanore way last Saturday night to see when, if ever, did Shamrocks last score six goals in a junior football championship game. Four of these were kicked against Affane in the first half at a picturesque Ballyduff venue at the end of which the result was already known on a scoreline of 4-8 to 0-6. The winners struck for green as early as fifteen seconds when following centre back Joe Leahy’s surging run, his kick was deflected past Darren Curran in the Affane goal. Following this early setback Affane enjoyed a lot of first quarter possession but they lacked the penetration in attack and the accuracy in front of the posts in the crossfield wind to work the scoreboard sufficiently. Keith Landers opened Affane’s account with a 4th minute point but the difference at this stage was that every time Shamrocks came in front of the Affane goal, they registered a score though not enjoying as much of the play as their opponents. Points by Stephen Lucey and Bernie Kelleher kept Shamrocks in control at

1-2 to 0-1 after six minutes before a quickly taken free to Killian O’Sullivan gave Affane a much needed score. A good goal scoring opportunity was also spurned at this stage and this was punished by near veteran Liam Dalton at the other end of the field with the first of his two fine points from play. Killian O’Sullivan was the only scoring threat for Affane and his points of either variety had the scoreboard reading 1-3 to 0-4 in the 16th minute. Goals can put games to bed fairly quickly and following an Ed Lonergan point for the winners, a short kick-out was intercepted by Liam Dalton and he placed Stephen Lucey for an easy and successful goal attempt, 2-4 to 0-4. Dalton and Bernie Kelleher added minors and by the 21st minute, the scoreline had an ominous 2-6 to 0-4 look about it. It only got better for Shamrocks and worse for Affane from this point onwards with Kieran O’Keeffe goaling in the 26th minute and Stephen Lucey following suit with a brilliant effort into the right hand corner of the net three minutes later. Points Affane’s top scorer Killian O’Sullivan (f) and by the

Shamrocks’ hard working and midfielder Adam Crawford ended the first half scoring. Credit Affane, they started the second half determinedly despite their deficit and Killian O’Sullivan had a further two pointed frees to his credit by the 33rd minute. Bernie Kelleher replied with three similar type scores though while a point by Affane substitute Shane O’Rourke made it 0-3 each for the third quarter. Affane continued to drive forward and they found chinks in the Shamrocks defence with the energetic Keith Landers providing the size 5 in both the 45th and the 53rd minute for a brace of Killian O’Sullivan goals which put a more respectable look on the scoreboard at 4-11 to 2-9. However, the Shamrocks had more left in the tank and a clever fisted goal by substitute Padraig Tobin and the completion of a notable hat trick by Stephen Lucey took the gloss of Affane’s efforts, those scores coming in the 55th and in the 58th minutes. Shamrocks will be happy no doubt with the extent of their win but they still have much work to do to come up to the standard of Emmets

Shamrococks junior football team that defeated Affane in Ballyduff last Saturday evening.

and Sliabh gCua though their work rate and determination cannot be questioned. Affane have suffered in all their games by the absence of players and it may be too late to address this now. Shamrocks Top Three: Stephen Lucey, Adam Crawford, Bernie Kelleher. Affane: Killian O’Sullivan, Colm Looby, Keith Landers. Observer’s Man of the Match: Stephen Lucey. Number of Scorers: Shamrocks: 8. Affane: 4. Scores from Play: Shamrocks: 6-8. Affane: 2-5. Frees For: Shamrocks 18. Affane: 10. Wides: Shamrocks 5. Affane 5. Score of the Match: Joe Leahy’s 29th minute goal for Shamrocks. Scorers: Shamrocks: Stephen Lucey 3-1, Bernie Kelleher 0-6 (3f), Joe Leahy, Killian O’Keeffe and Padraig Tobin 1-0 each, Liam Dalton 0-2, Ed Lonergan and Adam Crawford 0-1 each. Affane: Killian O’Sullivan 2-6 (0-4f), Keith Landers, Paul Landers and Shane O’Rourke 0-1 each. Shamrocks: Tim Lenihan; Kevin O’Farrell, John Murphy, Nat Smyth; Cathal O’Herlihy, Joe Leahy, Brian Harnedy;

Referee Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/Ballinacourty pictured with team captains Cathal O’Herlihy (Shamrocks) and Killian O’Sullivan (Affane). Stephen Lucey; Adam Crawford; Ed Lonergan, Bernie Kelleher, Eoin Murphy; Kieran O’Keeffe, Liam Dalton, Alan Kelly. Subs: Padraig Tobin for Alan Kelly, John Anthony Kelly for Tim Lenihan. Affane: Darren Curran; Richie Scanlan, Cillian Denn,

Craig Dunne; Evan McGrath, Shane Coughlan, Colm Looby; Keith Landers, Tim Looby; Nathan O’Mahony, Killian O’Sullivan, Aaron O’Sullivan; Mark Prendergast, Paul Landers, Tommy McCarthy. Subs:

Mossy Noonan for Craig Dunne, Shane O’Rourke for Nathan O’Mahony, Frankie Keniry for Paul Landers, Brian Crotty for Tommy McCarthy. Referee: Timmy Organ (Abbeyside/ Ballinacourty).

Shooting practice for Sliabh gCua Sliabh gCua .................3-14; Tallow ............................. 2-3. SLIABH gCua once again proved their championship credentials with a comprehensive 0-17 win over Tallow in Cappoquin last Saturday evening. The Touraneena side led by 1-9 to 1-3 at halftime and they claimed the second half by 2-5 to 1-0. All but two of the winners’ first half points were from play while Stephen Coffey netted their first goal. Jason Sheehan pointed the two frees and newcomer Brendan McGourty chipped in with two from play. Last week, we weren’t sure how to spell his name but on all known early form for his team it will be on the tip of the tongue before the championship ends. Mike Kearns followed the former two players with a brace of white flags himself and David Whelan, Kevin Sheehan and Sean Fitzpatrick completed the winners’ first half scoring tally. Evan Sheehan scored the first of his two goals for the Bridesiders and Tommy Daly, Sean Gleeson and Jake Neville all contributed scores for an under pressure Tallow

fifteen. Sheehan’s second goal was Tallow’s only score on the restart. Sliabh gCua’s maintained their scoring rate after the break with an inform Kevin Sheehan and sub Aidan Fitzpatrick claiming majors while Sheehan added two further points. A third Jason Sheehan pointed free, a second Sean Fitzpatrick score and a point by Dermot Tobin concluded the winners’ scoring tally. Sliabh gCua: Johnathan Carroll; Ronan Gleeson, J. J. Coffey, John Queally; Sean Fitzpatrick, Denis Coffey, Tom Tobin; Kevin Sheehan, Jack Skehan; Brendan McGourty, Mike Kearns, Stephen Coffey; Dermot Tobin, David Whelan, Jason Sheehan. Subs: Aidan Fitzpatrick for David Whelan, Darragh Tobin for Jason Sheehan, Daniel Flynn for Ronan Gleeson. Tallow: David Tobin; Alan Curley, Rob McCarthy, Jack Tobin; Kevin Henley, Shaun O’Sullivan, Eric Hickey; Mark O’Brien, Michael Curley; Jake Neville, Sean Gleeson, Jake Beecher; Tommy Daly, Stuart Barry, Evan Sheehan. Subs: Terence McSweeney for Jake Neville, Brian Henley for Jack Tobin; William Curley for Michael Curley, Mikey Tobin for Kevin Henley. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

LEAGUE TABLE LAWLORS HOTEL WEST JUNIOR FOOTBALL PREMIER CHAMPIONSHIP P W D L For Against

The Affane junior football team beaten by Shamrocks in Ballyduff last Saturday evening.

Emmetts Sliabh gCua Shamrocks Old Parish Lismore Tulach An Iarainn Affane Ballinacourty

7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7

6 6 5 3 2 2 2 0

1 0 1 1 1 0 0 0

0 105 1 88 1 123 3 93 4 73 5 83 5 65 7 59

61 56 78 87 86 121 112 88

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44 13 32 12 45 11 6 7 -13 5 -38 4 -47 4 -29 0

GAA GAA Coaching & Games Development

Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps going brilliantly WE are looking forward to the start of the 2016 Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camps next Monday. Some camps already have an increase in numbers on 2015 figures and we are looking forward to a great summer. To book your place online visit www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie or else you can turn up on the Monday of the camp of your choice. Week 5 Aug. 1st-5th: Nh Carthaigh (Lismore), St. Pat’s/Nh Bríd (Kilgobinet), St Mary’s (Kill), Kilmacthomas. Week 6 Aug. 8th-12th: Tramore, Sc Heart,

Ferrybank, Rathgormack, John Mitchel’s, Cois Bhríde, FMW/Nire. Week 7 Aug. 15th-19th: Portlaw, St Molleran’s, Ardmore, DLS College. BOOK 2ND CÚL CAMP AT REDUCED PRICE Don’t forget you can attend more than 1 Cúl Camp if you have such fun at the 1st one that you want attend again. There is a reduced price of €35 per child to attend a 2nd camp without gear. Book can be done online when booking 1st camp or on Monday of 2nd camp.

HELMET SUBSIDY Clubs are reminded that the deadline for ordering helmets under the 2016 Helmet subsidy is fast approaching. Clubs can make 1 final order until Monday 8th August. Please contact Games Manager Eoin Breathnach for further details. U-11 & U-12 GAELIC FOOTBALL LEAGUES U-11 & U-12 Football has started and will continue every Friday until end Sept. This Friday sees round 1 of the U-12 Football. All fixtures are available on www.waterfordgaa.ie

Lismore Camogie Club

Senior Championship LISMORE Senior Camogie Team played their first round of the 2016 Championship in Lismore GAA Field on Saturday evening last July 23rd V Cappoquin where they overcame Cappoquin on a scoreline of Lismore 3-16; Cappoquin 0-08. The girls will play the second round on Saturday, August 6th away to Gall Tir. MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP The Lismore minor team played Modeligo in the first round of the minor Championship on Tuesday of last week July 19th in the BCS field where Modeligo

had a comprehensive victory over our girls. U-16 CHAMPIONSHIP The Under 16 girls played Modeligo on Tuesday in Modeligo result not known at the time of going to press. USED CLOTHES COLLECTION Lismore Camogie Club will be holding their annual used clothes collection in mid September so anyone who are doing a wardrobe clear out please keep us in mind. Contact Mary Russell 086 3326128 or Jojo Tobin 087 2063880 to arrange drop off or collection of used clothing.

CAMOGIE CAMP Following on from the very successful camp that Waterford Camogie Board held at Easter with 50 girls taking part, they have decided to run two camps in two venues for the Summer. August 9th and 10th in Carriganore and August 16th and 17th in Abbeyside GAA. Camp is for girls from 8 years to 14 years. Great Fun, Expert Coaches and new skills. Time 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost €20. Please contact our club secretary Marie for Application Form and details (085) 1164249.

Waterford GAA Results JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior Football Senior Attached Championship: Stradbally 3-9; Brickey Rangers 1-7 Rathgormack 3-14; St Saviour's 2-3 Kilrossanty W/O Ballinameela Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; Gaultier 0-10 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 1: Ballygunner 4-17; Dungarvan 0-13 De La Salle 3-17; Abbeyside 0-10 Clonea 1-16; Mt. Sion 0-16 St. Carthages 3-21; Portlaw/Ballyduff 2-14 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 2: Ballyduff Upper 1-17; Cois Bhride 0-14 Roanmore 2-14; Clan na Gael 2-13 Passage 5-12; Fourmilewater 1-16 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 3 Group A: St. Molleran's 4-21; Ballygunner 2-12 Erins Own 5-18; St Saviour's 4-9 St. Mary's 0-21; Tramore 2-12 JJ Kavanagh & Sons Co. Minor Hurling Championship Division 3 Group B: Clashmore Kinsalebeg 2-20; Ardmore 2-9 Cappoquin 6-23; Kilrossanty 1-10 Senior Football League - Phelan Cup - Group A: Kilrossanty 0-16; Brickey Rangers 1-10 Senior Football League - Phelan Cup - Group B: Clashmore 1-15; Ballinameela 1-4 Senior Hurling League - Sargent Cup - Group A: Passage 1-19; Fourmilewater 1-18 Whites Bar Eastern Hurling League - Group A: Clonea 3-18; Butlerstown 3-15 Dunhill 2-18; St. Saviour's 2-11 Whites Bar Eastern Hurling League - Group B:

Erins Own 2-21; Ferrybank 0-13 St Molleran's 0-19; Fenor 1-14 U-14 H Division 1 Group A: Roanmore 7-15; Portlaw 2-4 Abbeyside 4-8; Mt. Sion 5-5 U-14 H Division 1 Group B: Tramore 1-12; Dungarvan 1-8 Ballygunner 6-16; Passage 1-10 Passage 3-13; Fourmilewater 2-5 U-14 H Division 2: De La Salle W/O Clan na Gael Kilrossanty 3-8; Clonea 3-7 Cois Bhride 7-26; Ballygunner 0-2 U-14 H Division 3: Naomh Brid 2-8; St. Molleran's 1-5 Ferrybank 1-6; Clashmore 1-5 Scared Heart 5-8; Stradbally 3-5 U-14 H Division 4: Ballyduff Upper 12-13; St Oliver's 8-7 Brickey Rangers 1-12; Cappoquin 1-5 U-16 H Division 2 Group B: Cois Bhride 5-16; Naomh Brid 1-13 Gerry Kennedy Crash Repairs Eastern Junior Hurling A C/Ship - Group 1: Ballyduff Lower 2-15; Tramore 0-16 Passage 1-21; Ballygunner 2-12 Ballydurn 1-13; Roanmore 1-9 John J Murphy Eastern Junior Hurling B Championship - Group 1: Dunhill 2-16; Clonea 3-10 Portlaw 2-18; Erin’s Own 0-22 Mt. Sion 5-21; Passage 0-9 John J Murphy Eastern Junior Hurling B Championship - Group 2: Naomh Pól W/O St Molleran's Fenor 1-19; Ballyduff Lower 0-18 Lawlors Hotel West Junior Football Premier Championship: Emmetts 2-15; Old Parish 0-11 Sliabh gCua 3-14; Tallow 2-3 Shamrocks 6-11; Affane 2-9

Western Board Results & Fixtures WESTERN BOARD RESULTS LAWLORS HOTEL JUNIOR FOOTBALL PREMIER Old Parish 0-11, Colligan 2-15; Ballinacourty 2-7,

Lismore 3-8; Sliabh gCua 314, Tallow 2-3; Shamrocks 611, Affane 2-9. INTERMEDIATE HURLING LEAGUE Friday, 29th July, 2016 – Stradbally v, St. Mary’s in

Touraneena at 7.30 p.m. JUNIOR FOOTBALL (Intermediate Attached) Sunday, 30th July, 2016 – Geraldines v. Melleray in Aglish at 12 noon.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Bord Gais Energy Munster Under 21 Hurling Championship Final

Under 21 hurlers bid for fourth Munster title Wednesday, 27th July TIOBRAID ÁRANN V PORTLÁIRGE at 7.00 p.m. Extra-time if necessary i.e. 2 x 10 minute periods only at Walsh Park, Waterford Referee: Johnny Murphy (Limerick) FRESH from their win over Clare at the same venue two weeks ago and just three days after last Sunday’s AllIreland senior hurling championship quarter final victory over Wexford, the Deise county are back in another big hurling fixture when the under 21’s play Tipperary in the Provincial decider in Walsh Park this Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. An all ticket affair, this fixture promises to be a game well worth a visit with Tipperary seeking to complete a clean sweep of Munster hurling titles this year and on the other hand Waterford will be bidding to win its first silverware in 2016 and to regain a title that they last held in 1994. Both teams are in the final on merit alone, Waterford after their big win over Clare and especially more so Tipperary who dug deep in Thurles to see off the current All Ireland champions and this year’s favourites Limerick on a score of 2-12 to 1-13. Waterford won titles in 1974, 1992 and 1994 and they lost finals in 1964, 2007 and 2009. On the other hand, the Premier county head the roll of honour with twenty titles won, the last in 2010 as well as participating in another eleven finals. Both counties have plenty motivation therefore heading into this evening’s game with no clear favourites to land the title. Tipperary got in on the winning act with victory over a highly-rated Limerick side. as the William Maher managed side deservedly chiseled out a two-point victory in Thurles against a Limerick side that had been hotly tipped to advance. Goals in either half from Andrew Coffey and substitute Ronan Teehan proved central to Tipperary’s victory. Teehan’s strike in the 58th minute was a critical one as it pushed Tipperary five points clear but it was wiped out instantly when Limerick midfielder Darragh O’Donovan lashed a shot to the net at the other end. However, Tipperary weathered the Limerick storm with Teehan pointing in injury-time and a Ronan Lynch free – his ninth of the game – was all that Limerick could muster in response as they fell short by two points. In a tough and uncompromising contest, scores were difficult to come by in the second quarter. Limerick raised four white flags courtesy of a trio of Lynch frees and a Tom Morrissey point but they hit seven wides in the opening

Waterford’s Austin Gleeson and Tipperary’s Ronan Maher are pictured in Carrick-on-Suir, located close to the border of Tipperary and Waterford ahead of the Bord Gáis Energy GAA Hurling U-21 Munster Final. The game will be broadcast live on TG4. [Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile] period. But a key score arrived in the 28th minute when Quirke set up wing-forward Andrew Coffey for a decisive strike to the net for Tipperary. The Premier county trailed by 0-8 to 1-4 at the interval but they outscored Limerick by 0-3 to 0-1 in the third quarter and never faced a deficit thereafter. Limerick were level at 1-7 to 0-10 with ten minutes remaining before Tipperary started to make a decisive burst for home. Jason Ryan (2), Coffey and Mark Russell all fired over points with Limerick’s response consisting of a brace of converted frees by Ronan Lynch. And then Teehan pounced for that significant goal which put Tipperary into an unassailable lead despite Limerick’s best efforts late on. Tipperary are a tough teak outfit with plenty hurling and they will be fancying their chances on te tight Walsh Park venue to complete a hat-trick of Munster titles in 2016. The team should show little change from that which eliminated the reigning champions and with senior centre back and team captain Ronan Maher (Thurles Sarsfields) leading the way. It’s been 24 years since Waterford lifted Corn Na Casca which was first presented in 1966 to commemorate the 1916 Rising. Another fifty years further on Sean Power’s charges will be bidding to emulate the feat of 1994 team captain James O’Connor (Lismore) and his team and in keeping with the same figure, they have a 50/50 chance ahead of this game. Not that their first half display against Clare will be good enough as there was too much first half loose marking and concession of scores after Waterford had scored themselves The second half was a horse of a different colour but so too will be Tipperary, who are steps ahead of the Banner county and who will be difficult to beat despite the Deise enjoying home advantage. This evening’s game will be a very difficult one for

Waterford. Tallow’s Jordan Henley will man the posts and will be hoping for a better return from his puckouts this time round but it must be again be stated that the field in Walsh Park has been made very narrow in recent years and there are more line balls there than in any known venue. The team’s defensive sector played quite well against Clare and will be required to do so again to achieve the win. Clare enjoyed more that their share of the midfield possession and a big improvement will be needed to supply proper ball to a potentially high scoring forward division. We struck only five wides against Care which is a refreshing tally after last Sunday’s 19 and it is accuracy like this and a few green flags that may see joint captains Patrick Curran (Dungarvan) and Adam Farrell (De La Salle) cllmb the steps to collect Corn Na Casca after what is sure to be a very intriguing and hard fought decider. Waterford selector Kieran O’Gorman says “Tipp will be a hard nut to crack.’’ Current Waterford hurling selector and Lismore clubman Kieran O’Gorman knows more than anyone along with fellow mentor Paul Flynn in the present group of players and mentors what it takes to win a Munster under 21 hurling title having played at corner back on the victorious 1992 county winning team that went on to win the All Ireland title after a replay against Offaly. “Our second half performance was good against Clare but they wouldn’t be in the same league as Tipperary and this is even more true after watching them beat the All Ireland champions Limerick in Thurles’’. ‘’Tipperary are a very physically strong team and Limerick could not cope with this and the determination that they showed for the full hour to win the match’’. They came back at Limerick when others would have folded and this tough

game will have stood to them for this week’s final’’.’’ They will be a hard nut to crack’’. There is the potential in our own team to win though, especially if we can get the proper ball into our forwards. All in all we had nine different scorers the last day which shows the lads are capable of winning’’. Concluding the Western Division selector appealed for huge home support. “Tipperary are on a high at the moment and they are sure to travel in numbers’’. We must counteract this, make the best use of our home advantage and let the team know that they have solid support in the stand and on the terraces’’. “It’s been 22 years since we won a Munster title in this grade and this may well be our best chance to bridge that gap for some time to come’’. PREVIOUS WATERFORD MUNSTER UNDER 21 WINNING TEAMS 1974 – WATERFORD 2-5; CLARE 1-3. WATERFORD: Willie Ryan, Frank McCarthy, Micheál Flynn, Kieran Ryan, Liam O’Brien, John Galvin, Eamonn Ryan, Pat Egan, Pat McGrath (Captain), Tom Casey, Liam Power, Patsy O’Keeffe, Brendan Mansfield, Mossie McNamara, Paul Moore. 1992 – WATERFORD 0-17; CLARE 1-12. WATERFORD: Ray Barry, Kieran O’Gorman, Eoin Dunphy, Mark O’Sullivan, Seamus Keating, Pat Fanning, Fergal Hartley, Tom Fives, Johnny Brenner, Tony Browne (Captain), Michael Hubbard, Anthony Fitzgerald, Noel Dalton, Sean Daly, Kevin McGrath. Subs: Paul Flynn, Paul Power. 1994 – WATERFORD 1-12; CLARE 0-12. WATERFORD: Pat Harnan, Brian McCarthy, Ger Harris, James O’Connor (Captain – Lismore), John Joe Ronayne, Tony Browne, Tom Feeney, Fintan O’Shea, Tom Kiely, Anthony Kirwan, Conor Walsh, Gary Gater, Eoin Crowley, Paul Foley, Paul Flynn. Sub: James Connors.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

GAA

Gaelic Jottings Two Senior Football Championship Games this Weekend Friday, 29th July at 7:30 pm: Brickey Rangers v Ballinameela in Fraher Field Saturday 30th July at 7:30 pm: Ardmore v Ballinacourty in Fraher Field

Crucial Local Derby Game at the Fraher Field BALLINAMEELA V BRICKEYS With Ballinameela due to play Kilrossanty and Brickeys facing Stradbally in their next games, this local derby takes on a senior status retainer at the Fraher Field this Friday evening. Ballinameela have lost their previous three games and Brickeys the two of theirs so this is plainly a game that has to be won or instead face a relegation final against the last team on the Group 2 league table. Ballinameela have it all to do here, their form has not been good enough for the senior championship and last weekend they shipped a heavy 1-15 to 1-4 defeat in the Phelan Cup against Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg. Brickeys won’t be counting their chickens here but it will be a major surprise if they are beaten and they had an ideal lead up to the game in their Phelan Cup fixture against a near strength Kilrossanty last weekend, losing out narrowly by 0-16 to 1-10. DECISION TIME FOR BALLINACOURTY ARDMORE V BALLINACOURTY It’s difficult to fathom it but Ballinacourty, rated one of the top three teams in the championship, are currently propping up the Group 2 league table with just one point from two games played. ‘Courty started off with a draw against An Rinn before losing out to St. Saviours at the Kill venue. Plainly this is a game that not only do the local club need to win but they also will be required to show that they are back to their usual form and so can mount a serious challenge for qualification firstly and subsequently for this year’s title. Ardmore, on the other hand, have won their previous games against St. Saviours and Gaultier and are all but qualified already. However, this will be a step up in opposition for them and though at different ends of the table, they will go into this match as underdogs. It’s a case of beware of the wounded animal with Ballinacourty fancied to get their championship campaign back on track.

On the road again WATERFORD senior hurlers are back on the road to Croke Park after their comprehensive 0-10 win over Wexford in the All-Ireland Quarter final in Thurles last Sunday. Wexford followers left Semple Stadium in the clear knowledge that their favourites are not up to the standard of Waterford at present and this is a tribute to Derek McGrath, his management team and the players on the progress made since the Model county beat us at the same stage of the championship two years ago. We are in the top four teams in the country on results and this may be as good as we are going to be while the whingeing about our style of play may as well stop as we are not going to change it and it is this way of playing that has brought us to this level to date.

Nobody has the authority to insist on how the game should be played, nobody owns the game, so our team would be better served in the lead up to the Kilkenny semi-final match by giving them our full support and by travelling to Croke Park in large numbers. EDDIE BRENNAN SAYS Despite their victory against Wexford, former Kilkenny star Eddie Brennan feels Waterford must utilise their attack more if they are to progress further with a semi-final date against Kilkenny looming on 7th August. “Sunday was just a very frustrating game to watch, when you look at the wides they clocked up and the possession they had. I just think this Waterford system, to me it’s like driving the car with the handbrake on. “While Derek McGrath has invested in the system and I feel he probably cannot change it midseason now because it would just unsettle the whole camp. “But I certainly think they possess attacking quality that they could just let those boys go at it. To me, Austin Gleeson I’d be playing him further up the field. “Push up the field, you can’t win matches with just one forward inside the opponent’s ’45. It’s hard to see them taking Kilkenny but it’ll be an interesting match.” PROUD OF THE BOYS Waterford manager Derek McGrath has praised his charges for bouncing back from the Munster SHC final after they eased past Wexford at Semple Stadium on Sunday afternoon. However, there were no signs of any mental scars in Thurles as Waterford recorded a 0-21 to 0-11 win over Wexford to secure an All-Ireland semi-final against reigning champions Kilkenny. “We’re delighted to be in consecutive semi-finals for the first time since 201011,” McGrath told RTÉ Sport. “And it’s great for the lads."Obviously they were smarting from how we played two weeks ago and everyone was hurting, management were hurt.” Expanding on just what his invested players had been through in recent weeks, McGrath said: "It’s not a case of just packing your bags and going home from training. “There was a lot of hurt there and a lot of anger at how we played. “And to take that baggage with you and to be able to perform in the manner that they did... I’m very proud of them.” “We’ve a massive, formidable challenge ahead of us" - Derek With a daunting clash against Kilkenny on the horizon, Waterford’s wide count in Thurles would be a cause for concern for many. But those 19 wides didn’t overly concern the De La Salle clubman as he revealed: “I never worry too much about wides because you’re having possession, and when you over analyse things like that, you end up losing sight of what you’re trying to do. “I’m delighted with the overall application and the work-rate. We’ve never professed to be anything only hardworking and honest. “We gave it our absolute diligent best, so I’m delighted with that overall.” “We’ve a massive, formidable challenge ahead of us. “Kilkenny have dominated every opponent so far. “But we won’t be found wanting in terms of preparation.” A HUGE DAY FOR US..... CAPTAIN KEVIN MORAN Inspirational Waterford captain Kevin Moran said he's ready for a crack at the Cats after his side marched into the AllIreland SHC semi-finals on Sunday. The Déise gave themselves a shot at revenge with a comfortable 0-21 to 0-11

win against Wexford at Semple Stadium. They face Brian Cody's AllIreland champions at Croke Park in two weeks' time, 12 months on from their defeat to the Cats at the same stage. “You want to have a crack at the AllIreland champions, and that’s what we’ll do,” “It was a big prize on offer, to get to Croke Park and have a crack against Kilkenny. We’re over the moon to get over Wexford - it was a tough battle and to put away the demons of what happened in the Munster final." “It was a tough couple of weeks," he said. "We had to get ourselves focused straight away for an All-Ireland quarterfinal. Thankfully, we hit the ground running and got over the line in the end. “We hit a few wides but we were trying to do the right things and we ran out winners in the end. It was a tough encounter for the 70 minutes and the result is the main thing at the end of the day. "It’s a huge day for us in two week’s time, that’s where we want to be. We’re through." SUPPORT FOR THE MANAGEMENT TEAM... MICHAEL WALSH Former Waterford captain Michael 'Brick' Walsh praised Derek McGrath and his management team for picking Waterford up off the floor and getting their summer back on track after the 0-21 to 0-11 defeat of Wexford. It was comfortable for the Déise, who managed to ease through despite firing 19 wides. The Stradbally clubman was quick to praise McGrath's role in steadying the ship when heavy criticism was flying their way. “You seen it in the football qualifiers – it’s very hard to turn it around after losing a provincial final," "Great credit to Derek and the lads over us, they got us turned around and we obviously won here today. “It’s a great win here; it was all about getting out with a win and moving on to the semi-final. Wexford were always going to be a massive test, especially with what happened two weeks ago. It wasn’t pretty but we got the win. “There’s always going to be ups and downs in games. Wexford had a bit of a purple patch and we dug it out and were comfortable enough in the end." Waterford's reward is a 7th August AllIreland semi-final showdown with Kilkenny. Having picked up the pieces of their provincial disaster, Walsh is fully aware his side face a monumental task to make the September decider. "We’re under no illusions," said Walsh. "Tipperary and Kilkenny have proven to be the top two teams over the last number of years. We’re up against a huge task, we’ve no qualms about that." HOGAN STAND TEAM OF THE WEEK Five Waterford senior hurlers were named on the Hogan Stand Facebook page team of the week, Austin Gleeson, Tadhg De Burca, Kevin Moran, Pauric Mahony and Shane Bennett while Jamie Barron was a notable exclusion.

Aileen axes Armagh AILEEN Wall scored 2-4 from play as Waterford knocked Armagh out of the TG4 All-Ireland ladies senior football championship last Saturday. Waterford, intermediate champions last year, claimed a notable scalp as they claimed a six-point victory in Clane. Armagh were shocked by Monaghan in the Ulster semi-final and their season is over in July as Waterford march on to another clash with Kerry, who they’ve met already in the Munster championship.

Co. Grounds League in association with Waterford Sports Partnership and Waterford Coaching & Games. Barry Dunne, Coach, presents first prize of a signed hurley to Tom Dalton, Cois Bhride. Included is Caoimhe Ni Dhuibir with her second prize of an Azzuri Voucher. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] It’s a big setback for Armagh, who contested All-Ireland semi-finals in 2014 and again last year but Waterford were full value for the win. Waterford led by 3-5 to 0-7 at half-time and they could have been further ahead as the Déise threatened goals whenever they ran at a porous Armagh defence.

Aisling on the ball CONGRATULATIONS to former Clashmore lady footballer Aisling O’Donnell who scored 2-3 for Durham Emmetts in the Toronto senior ladies football league final last Saturday. In a thrilling encounter, Emmetts won by 2-6 to 1-8 with Aisling’s second green flag edging her team into the winner’s enclosure.

GAA and GPA reach agreement THE GAA and Gaelic Players Association have announced details of a new deal worth €6.2m per year that includes a number of significant increases in benefits for inter-county players. Following discussions in recent months, a framework agreement has been reached covering relations between the two bodies for the period 2017-2019. The agreement will build on the principles enshrined in the GAA/GPA Recognition Protocol of 2011. That Protocol recognised the contribution inter-county players make to the commercial success of the GAA and acknowledged the huge commitment given by and expected of them. It also acknowledged the GPA as the representative body of senior inter-county players. Crucially, the Protocol acknowledged that both the GAA and GPA were committed to maintaining and protecting the amateur status of the GAA. The agreement contains a number of elements which will provide greater practical support to county players and also ensures that they can have a more direct input into important issues pertaining to their playing careers. The framework will include: (1) Mechanisms to improve input from county players into matters of GAA policy that are important to them; (2) Establishment of a working party to explore and address the demands placed on county players;

(3) Increased level of reimbursement of expenses incurred by inter-county players; (4) Increase in funding available to support Player Development Programmes via the GPA.

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Sports Summer Camp 2016 THE Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Sports Summer Camp welcomes children from all clubs to the Burgery grounds next month. Inter county players Colin Dunford, Brian O’Halloran, Fiona Morrissey and Thomas Ryan will coach hurling, Camogie, Football and other activities to the children. The Camp dates are Tuesday, August 9th - Friday, August 12th and Tuesday, August 16th- Friday, August 19th. Time: 10 am - 2 pm. Cost: €40 per child per week. Ages: 1st - 6th class. (Children must have two years primary school completed). CoachesInter county Players, Colin Dunford, Brian O’Halloran, Fiona Morrissey and Thomas Ryan. Contact Camp Co-ordinators for bookings: Michael O’Halloran: 0877712745 and Eoin Enright: 0870900727.

Scór Na Seachtaine Brian O’Halloran’s 58th minute point for Waterford against Wexford in Thurles last Sunday.

Fraher Field Classics THIS week’s featured game on the Fraher Field Facebook page, courtesy of the editor of the Dungarvan Observer and from the pen of John A. Murphy is the Waterford senior football championship game between Kill and Ardmore at the Fraher Field on Sunday August 6th, 1961. ‘’Kill Shocked in Thriller’’ Ardmore 3-3; Kill 1-7.

Sympathy THE Observer extends its sincere sympathy to the family of Michael O’Brien, Dromana, Cappoquin, who died last week and whose grandson Mikey played on the Waterford minor hurling team this year.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Saturday, 20th July, 1996 MUNSTER U-21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP SEMI-FINAL

Time runs out on under 21s Clare 3-15; Waterford 3-14. WATERFORD under 21 hurlers, trailing by a margin of 13 points with 52 minutes played, looked to be on their way out of this Munster Championship semi-final and looked a well beaten team at Semple Stadium in Thurles on Wednesday, 10th July last. To the eternal credit of this Déise side they staged a dramatic late rally as they scored a total of 3-3 in those eight exciting minutes without reply. Then, when we all expected at least a few seconds more play, the final whistle sounded from the puck out after their third goal to deprive them of the opportunity of securing the equalising point. DRAMATIC LAST SURGE Michael White’s shot went wide. Niall Gilligan and Brian Minogue scored Clare points, 3-15 to 0-11 with 52 minutes played. A great solo run by Derek McGrath put Tony Carroll in for a goal. Ken McGrath was now back at centre forward, Dave Bennett pointed in the 53rd minute and Michael Murray lofted over another in the 54th minute, 3-15 to 1-13. Gavin Breen’s clearance found Micheál White who put Dan Shanahan in only for the Lismore player’s piledriver to rattle the advertising hoarding behind the goal. Ken McGrath’s shot went wide.

Ken McGrath won possession, made ground, placed Michael Murray whose shot was blocked, with Tony Carroll reacting fastest to rattle the net in the 57th minute, 3-15 to 2-13. Then in the 59th minute Dave Bennett pointed from play, 3-15 to 2-14. Waterford’s third goal came with 60 minutes played when Dan Shanahan finished to the net, 3-1 to 3-14, as time ran out for them on an evening when few, if any, would have begrudged them a draw. Besides those already mentioned, James O’Connor had his moments especially when switched to centre half back. While Owen O’Sullivan and Niall Geary battled hard, as did Anthony Kirwan and Roy McGrath, with Patrick Dunphy saving well at times. Michael Molumphy, Barry Walsh and Michael Murray also tried had. As did J. J. Ronayne when switched in the second half. Clare scorers: E. Taaffe 1-5, M. Conlon and B. Murphy 1-1 each, N. Gilligan 0-4, D. Forde 0-2, D. Scanlon and C. Shannon 0-1 each. Waterford scorers: T. Carroll 2-1, D. Shanahan 1-2, D. Bennett 0-5, M. White and K. McGrath 0-2 each, D. McGrath and M. Murray 0-1 each. Clare: J. O’Brien; J. Kenirons, R. Woods, P. Guilfoyle; G. Collins, P. Hayes, D. Hoey; D. Scanlon, J. Considine; D. Forde, B. Minogue, M. Conlon; N. Gilligan, E. Taaffe, B. Murphy. Waterford: P. Dunphy; N. Geary, J. O’Connor, O. O’Sullivan; A. Kirwan, J. J. Ronayne, R. McGrath; M. Molumphy, D. Bennett; B. Walsh, K. McGrath, D. Shanahan; M. White, D. McGrath, T. Carroll. Subs: M. Murray for R. McGrath; G. Breen for B. Walsh. Referee: John McDonald (Tipperary).

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Teams of Twenty Years Ago RATHGORMACK SENIOR FOOTBALL TEAM Competition: County Senior Championship. Date: Sunday, July 1st, 1996. Opposition: Stradbally. Venue: Kill. Referee: Tomas Maher (Ring). Half-Time Score: Rathgormack 1-6; Stradbally 0-4 Ful-Time Score: Rathgormack 2-10; Stradbally 2-5. P. Fahy; J. Crotty, D. Power, K. Power; D. Crotty, B. Curry, D. Hassett; R. Power, V. Murray; J. Murray, M. Power, P. Crotty; T. Whelan, G. Power, C. O’Sullivan Subs: T. Bolger for T. Whelan; S. Power for G. Power. Scorers: P. Crotty 1-1, M. Power 0-4, T. Bolger 1-0, D. Crotty, B. Curry, J. Murray, V. Murray and G. Power 0-1 each.

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Waterford lady footballers overcome Armagh Waterford ……………4-13; Armagh ………………2-13. WATERFORD lady footballers got their TG4 All Ireland Championship up and running, with a well deserved win over a fancied Armagh side in Clane on Saturday last. Playing into a slight wind in the first half, the Deise girls got the best possible start, when a free floated in from Maria Delahunty was palmed to the net by Michelle Ryan after only 30 seconds of play. Immediately from the kickout Aileen Wall pointed and Maria Delahunty put five between the teams in the 4th minute with a pointed free. Armagh opened their account with an Aimee Mackin point in the 8th minute but this was quickly cancelled out by another Aileen Wall point in the 9th minute. Waterford at this stage were playing a high pressure game and pressure on the kick-out from Anna Carr in the Armagh goal resulted in possession for Caoimhe McGrath and the Abbeyside girl made no mistake to bury the ball in the bottom of the net to leave Waterford 8 points up after 10 minutes. It could have been much worse for the Orchard County as their goalie came to their rescue in the 12th minute with a wonderful point-blank save from Lauren Mc Gregor to deny Waterford a third goal. Armagh came back into the game and three points in quick succession, two from Aimee Mackin and one from mid-fielder Caroline O’Hanlon left five points between the sides after 18 minutes. A brilliant move out of defence resulted in Lauren McGregor and Aileen Wall playing a one-two and the Ballymac girl buried the ball past a hapless Anna Carr in the Armagh goal to leave the score Waterford 3-3; Armagh 0-4 after 20 minutes. Kelly Mallon added a point from a free to cut the deficit in the 21st minute. In the 22nd minute Waterford mid-fielder Karen McGrath was harshly sinbinned for a very innocuous challenge. Caroline O’Hanlon from the resulting free set up Catherine Morley for a point but Michelle Ryan quickly cancelled this out with an effort from 30 yards out.

Waterford's Lauren McGregor is chased by Armagh's Caoimhe Morgan as she heads towards goal during the TG4 All-Ireland Senior Championship game at Clane last Saturday. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

Caroline O’Hanlon who was by now settling into midfield in the absence of Karen McGrath helped herself to an Armagh point in the 27th minute but true to form Waterford countered and Aileen Wall finished off a move that she had started herself with a wonderful point in the 29th minute. Waterford got a let off in the last play of the first half when Aimee Mackin’s goal bound rocket smacked off the crossbar and rebounded into the grateful arms of a Waterford defender as referee Niall McCormack blew the half time whistle with Waterford well in command on the score-line 3-5 to 0-7. Any doubts that Waterford could keep the relentless pace that they had displayed in the first half were quickly dispelled as the Déise scored four points in the first four minutes of the second half with three from Maria Delahunty and a great effort from Michelle Ryan before the Armagh girls opened their second half account with a point from half back Sharon Reel in the 5th minute. Armagh then hit their purple patch with three unanswered points courtesy of Aimee Mackin, Aoibhinn Henderson and Bláithín Mackin followed by a goal from corner forward Aimee Mackin in the 13th minute to leave only four points between the teams in what

was turning into a pulsating contest. Aileen Wall steadied the ship with an important point in the 15th minute and three substitutions and a number of astute positional switches by manager Pat Sullivan gave Waterford fresh legs and an impetus to kick on for victory. Maria Delahunty kicked her fifth point of the match with a fine effort after brilliant team play in the 17th minute and substitute Sinead Ryan got in on the scoring act with a point of her own in the 21st minute. Catherine Marley scored a point for Armagh in the 22nd minute but the Waterford reply was instant a sixth point from Maria Delahunty. Armagh to their credit were never prepared to give up and it took a great save from Waterford goalie Katie Hannon to keep them out in the 24th minute. Waterford attacked again and a run through the middle by Mairéad Wall, off-loaded the ball to her sister Linda who found the third member of the Wall family with a superb pass inside the defence, Aileen made no mistake to put the ball in the net and bring the Waterford tally to 4 goals and 13 points in the 26th minute. Armagh won the kick-out and hoisted a high ball into the full forward line where Caroline O’Hanlon was quickest to react and score a

goal. Aimee Mackin added a point in the last minute but these were mere consolation scores for Armagh. Referee Niall McCormack blew the final whistle to leave Waterford well deserved winners on the score line of Waterford 4-13; Armagh 213. Waterford now move on to the next round of the AllIreland series where they meet Kerry on Saturday, 6th August at a venue to be decided Scorers for Waterford: A. Wall 2-4, M. Delahunty 0-6 (4f), M. Ryan 1-2, C. McGrath 1-0, S. Ryan 0-1. Scorers for Armagh: A. Mackin 1-6 (0-2f), C. O’Hanlon 1-2, S Reel, B Mackin, K Mallon (f), A Henderson & C Marley 0-1 each. Waterford: K. Hannon; M. Wall, M. McGrath, L. Wall; L. Ryan, M Dunford, H. Power, K. McGrath, E. Murray; G. Kenneally, M. Delahunty, C. McGrath; A. Wall, M. Ryan, L. McGregor. Subs: K. Murray for C. McGrath (44), S. Ryan for McGregor (48), A. Mullaney for L. Ryan (49), N. Fennell for Kenneally (56), R. Tobin for M. Ryan (60). Armagh: A. Carr; C. Morgan, C. McCambridge, M. Tennyson; S. Reel, F. McKenna, M. Sheridan; N. Marley, C. O’Hanlon; B. Mackin, K. Mallon, N. Coleman; C. Marley, S. Finnegan, A. Mackin. Subs: S. Marley for Morgan (36), A. Henderson for B. Mackin (39). Referee: N. McCormack (Laois).

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Last Week’s Forecasts: 22 Forecasts. 15 Correct. 7 Incorrect. Success Rate: 68.2%. This Week’s Forecasts: Munster Under 21 Hurling Final: Waterford v (Tipperary). SFC: Ballinacourty v (Ardmore), Brickeys v (Ballinameela). MHC: Division 1: St. Carthages v (Mt. Sion), Portlaw/Ballyduff v (Dungarvan), De La Salle v (Ballygunner). Division 2: Brickeys v (Cois Bhride), Roanmore v (Fourmilewater), Ballyduff v (Passage), Naomh Brid v (Clan Na Gael). Division 3A: Tramore v (St. Saviours), St. Mary’s v (Ballygunner), St. Mollerans v (Erin’s Own). Division 3B: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (St. Olivers), Ardmore v (Kilrossanty), Cappoquin v (An Ghaeltacht). JFSA: An Rinn v (Brickeys), Rathgormack v (Stradbally), Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v (Kilrossanty). To Date: 292 Forecasts. 188 Correct. 104 Incorrect. Sucess Rate: 64.4%

BEST of luck to the Under 16s who take on Limerick on Sunday next in the final round of the Under 16A championship in Limerick. Throw-in at 2.30 pm. Venue to be confirmed. ADULT CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND 1 RESULTS Senior Club Championship Lismore 3-16; Cappoquin 0-8 St. Anne’s 2-4; Gaultier 1-11 Lismore and Gaultier joint on the leader board with two points each.

JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Ferrybank 0-4; Portlaw 1-4 Next Round of the Championship will take place on the 7th August. The

Intermediate Championship will also commence this week. UNDER 12A AND C FINALS Congratulations to Gaultier who beat Portlaw in a very competitive match in Fraher field last Saturday. This is Gaultier fifth time in a round winning Under 12A. Congratulations to Cappoquin who beat Brickeys Rangers in the Under 12C final. UNDER 14A FINAL Well done to Gaultier who beat Modeligo in the Under 14A final on a scoreline of 5-6 to 2-3. This was a fantastic game. Both teams are to be commended on a great game.

CAMOGIE SUMMER CAMPS Waterford Camogie will hold two Summer Camps in August. On August 9th and August 10th the camp will take place in the WIT Sport Campus, Carrignore from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On August 16th and August 17th our second camp will take place in Abbeyside - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Price for one camp is €20 or two camps it is €35. The camps are for girls from 8 years old to 14 yrs old. All are welcome. Places are filling fast so please book early to avoid disappointment. For more detail please Contact Kathleen Egan on 087 6415485 or contact your local club.

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ALL-IRELAND SENIOR HURLING QUARTER-FINAL

Hurlers return to Croke Park semi-final Waterford ……………0-21; Wexford ………………0-11. SUNDAY week, August 7th will be another big day for Waterford hurling when Derek McGrath’s charges return to Croke Park to play the All-Ireland semi-final against Al-Ireland Champions Kilkenny. The team bounced back from their Munster final defeat with a well deserved 010 victory against Wexford in Thurles last Sunday. The Deise were in a different class to the yellow bellies and at no stage were they in danger of losing this quarter final game. Indeed, but for the tally of 19 wides this match would have been a hammering for the losers as a wasteful Waterford fifteen left Liam Dunne’s team off the hook in many respects. The worrying aspect realised by all going into the semi-final against Kilkenny is that again we didn’t raise any green flag and one or two of this colour will most likely be required if we are to return to our first final in eight years. The winners were favourites last Sunday and they justified this from the start in moving the ball fast and regularly won the Wexford puck-outs and the aerial duels. Team mentors

certainly won the tactical battle in curbing key men Lee Chin and Conor McDonald and without their influence Wexford were rudderless. Maurice Shanahan, opened the scoring inside a minute from a pass by team captain Kevin Moran. The De La Salle player really led by example on Sunday and especially in the second half when Wexford came more into the game and reduced the Deise advantage to 0-5 at 0-15 to 0-10. Pauric Mahony restored his free-taking confidence with a second minute effort and the ultra consistent Jamie Barron and Shane Bennett combined to facilitate the first of Michael Walshs’ two early match points. Lee Chin opened Wexford’s account in the 5th minute with a fine effort before Michael Walsh pointed again after Maurice Shanahan had harassed the model county defence into mistakes. A pair of ‘Hawk Eye’ decisions went against Waterford but points by Austin Gleeson, a contender for score of the match, and a Pauric Mahony free had the scoreboard reading nicely from a Deise point of view at 0-6 to 0-1 and just nine min-

utes on the clock. We waited for a Wexford response but it never materialised as the speed of the Waterford play and their team work could not be counteracted by the purple and gold. There was genuine regret by all Waterford people when Darragh Fives had to retire injured in the 12th minute and during his short time on the field, he dominated his marker. Conor Gleeson was thrown in at the deep end but he took to his task like a duck to water and he finished the game as one of Waterford’s most impressive players. Wexford enjoyed a mini purple patch scoring spell after Stephen O’Keefe had initially stopped a point scoring attempt by Conor McDonald when corner forward David Dunne finished a good team move and McDonald lofted over his first free, 0-6 to 0-3. The winners responded at will with scores by Pauric Mahony (f), Shane Bennett from a Patrick Curran pass and by a quick thinking Jamie Barron on receipt of a short free puck from Pauric Mahony. Yet, the Waterford wide tally became one of the most notable first half aspects with Austin Gleeson in particular the main culprit from ‘holy

Waterford's Austin Gleeson controls the sliotar ahead of Wexford's Lee Chin during the All-Ireland Hurling Quarter-Final match in Thurles. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

mary’ shots but at the same time, on some occasions, there were not any of his team mates close to goal to receive a pass and make an attempt on raising a green flag. Fourmilewater clubman Jamie Barron stood head and shoulders above all his peers in Semple Stadium in a man of the match performance, he struck his second point in the 31st minute and one can only guess at what distance he covered in his seventy minutes plus for the cause. Lee Chin gave us a reminder of his scoring potential if not attended to with a 33rd minute score but it was only Wexford’s fifth point at the end of a half where they only scored three points from play, including two by Chin. Shane Bennett finished the first half scoring at 0-12 to 0-5 after working extremely hard to retrieve the sliotar from the Wexford defence. The winners’ commitment to the cause saw Jamie Barron, Maurice Shanahan and Shane Bennett all pick up yellow cards while apart from the score the stand-out Waterford stat at the interval was a tally of thirteen wides. Waterford started the second half as they finished the first, in total control though playing against the strong breeze. They seemed to have more numbers close to goal which settled down the traditionalists somewhat and scores were produced by Pauric Mahony, Austin Gleeson and Maurice Shanahan by the 41st minute, 0-15 to 0-5 Whether the foot was taken off the pedal or Wexford showed some pride in the jersey but Shanahan’s score was to be the winners’ last one for a period of 17 minutes. Is this the kernel point in present day Deise hurling in that we don’t finish off teams with a couple of goals at a stage like this in the game? We gave Wexford hope as they struck five unanswered points via Liam Ryan, Conor McDonald, 0-3 (2f) and Eamonn Martin. At the same time Wexford, though they had plenty players up front never looked like scoring a goal either, the reason at this end of the field being the outstanding individual and team play of our defensive sector. Brian O’Halloran was introduced for Patrick Curran and within four minutes he produced a much needed Waterford point to get the Deise scoring machine working again and with 58 minutes played, Waterford looked comfortable again at 0-16 to 0-10. The winners controlled the rest of the game outscoring Wexford by 0-5 to 0-1 with their solitary score coming

Waterford's Maurice Shanahan on a solo run against Wexford's Matthew O'Hanlon during the All-Ireland Hurling Quarter-Final match in Thurles. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] from midfielder John O’Connor in the 72nd minute. Three pointed frees by Pauric Mahoney from a variety of distances and angles and a score each by substitutes Jake Dillon and Brian O’Halloran completed Waterford’s tally and initiated Croke Par arrangements. Credit the team, they responded from the very start to their previous defeat and they made a Wexford county that has won three recent Leinster under 21 hurling titles in a row an average side. We now look head to Dublin for our 10th All Ireland senior hurling semi-final this century with another big day for Waterford hurling to look forward to. Waterford’s Top Three: Jamie Barron, Kevin Moran, Tadhg De Burca. Wexford’s Top Three:

Matthew O’Hanlon, Lee Chin, David Dunne. Observer’s Man of the Match: Jamie Barron. Number of Scorers: Waterford 8. Wexford 6. Scores from Play: Waterford 0-15. Wexford 0-7. Frees For: Waterford 11. Wexford 8. Wides: Waterford 19. Wexford 10. Score of the Match: Brian O’Halloran’s 58th minute point for Waterford. Scorers for Waterford: Pauric Mahony (0-8, 0-6 frees); Shane Bennett, M. Walsh, J. Barron, A. Gleeson, B O’Halloran, M. Shanahan (0-2 each); J. Dillon (0-1). Scorers for Wexford: C. McDoanld (0-5, 0-4 frees); L. Chin (0-2); D. Dunne, J. O’Connor, E. Martin, L. Ryan (0-1 each). Waterford: S. O’Keeffe; S. Fives, B. Coughlan, N.

Connors; D. Fives, T. De Búrca, Philip Mahony; K. Moran, J Barron; S. Bennett, A. Gleeson, Pauric Mahony; M. Shanahan, P. Curran, M. Walsh. Subs: C. Gleeson for Fives (11 mins, inj); J. Dillon for Shanahan (49); B. O’Halloran for Curran (54); Stephen Bennett for Shane Bennett (59); C. Dunford for Walsh (72). Wexford: M. Fanning; L. Ryan, E. Moore, M. O’Hanlon; E. Martin, P. Foley, D. O’Keeffe; J. O’Connor, E. Conroy; L. Óg McGovern, L. Chin, D. Dunne; P. Morris, C. McDonald, H. Kehoe. Subs: A. Kenny for Conroy (26 mins); N. Kirwan for Kehoe (44); S. Donohoe for Moore (51, inj); A. Nolan for Morris (64); J. O’Connor for Óg McGovern (68). Referee: A. Kelly (Galway).

Waterford's Jake Dillon with the sliotar against Wexford's Matthew O'Hanlon during the All-Ireland Hurling Quarter-Final match in Thurles. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Colm Bannon and Charlie Scanlon from Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Michael and Simon Power, Melleray. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Shane and Jenny Kirwan with Pakie, Aoibhe and Nadine McGrath all from Leamybrien. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Daire and John Walsh, Louis Power and James Harney from Stradbally and Kilmacthomas. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Dean and Caroline Walsh, Lauren Galvin and Megan Walsh from Portlaw. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Michael Power, Jnr and Michael Power Snr from Portlaw. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles was Liam Lynch from Ardmore. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Tricia, Niamh, Eilis and Francis Ryan from Ballymacarbry. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Elaine and Jennifer Drohan from Ballymarket, Dungarvan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were The Harte family from Ballymacarbry.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Niamh and Laura Phelan from Portlaw. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were John, Mary and Alex Hennebry, Colligan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Jim, Robert and Conor Power from Clonea-Power. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Waterford Senior Hurlers who beat Wexford in the All-Ireland Quarter-Final in Thurles.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were the Beresford Family from Colligan.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Alex Fitzgerald, Elizabeth Keating, Dungarvan with Sadhbh Ni Fhaolain from An Rinn. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Helen and Ann Marie Flynn with Bridget Arrigan from Ballymacarbry. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Denis McGrath, Sean Mahony and Tom Dee, Dungarvan. Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Teresa and Paul Daly, Katelyn McGovern and Raymond Kelly.

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Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Gerard, Dale and Ciara Long from Ballymacarbry.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Waterford Hurlers in Thurles were Nicky and Francis Whelan with Rosaleen O'Halloran from Kilmacthomas. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

JJ Kavanagh County Junior Football Senior Attached Championship

Stradbally back in contention after entertaining encounter in Bushy Park Stradbally ……………. 3-9; Brickeys ……………….1-7. STRADBALLY are in a top four qualifying position on points difference after this important win for them against the Brickeys in Bushy Park last Friday evening. The Reds were really up for this one knowing the importance of the game while the Brickeys went into the fixture with five wins from their five games played. In a free flowing game of football, Stradbally led at the short whistle by 1-5 to 0-0 but their hosts recovered to draw the second half on a scoreline of 1-7 to 2-4. Stephen Keane and Trevor Curran raised green flags for the winners who were also well served by such as Trevor Costelloe, John Halpin, Paddy Doyle and Stephen Lawlor with wing back Ger Crowley the general opinion as the man of the match. Mark Shalloe, Darragh Duggan, Kevin McCarthy, Tadhg Tobin Conor Morrissey and sub Cian O’Halloran impressed for the Brickeys. Stradbally: Andrew Kirwan; Trevor Costelloe, John Halpin, Ciaran Cusack; Cormac Gough, Paddy Doyle, Ger Crowley; Nicky Connors, Stephen Lawlor; Jack Navin, Christopher Casey, Nicky Power; Trevor Curran, Stephen Keane, Alan Darcy. Brickeys: James Corcoran; Tadhg Tobin, Ian Walsh, Kevin McCarthy; William Barron, Darragh Duggan, Richard Halpin;

Mark Shalloe, Jamie Kiely; Conor Morrissey, Olan Casey, Barry O’Halloran; Gavin Flynn, Micheal Gee, Christy Power. Sub: Cian O’Halloran. Referee: Timmy O’Keeffe (Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg).

IMPORTANT WIN FOR CLASHMORE/ KINSALEBEG Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 2-9; Gaultier ………………0-10. THIS 0-5 win for Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg has given them a championship lifeline as they are now on six points the same as fourth placed Stradbally. They have also leapfrogged their opposition in this game on points difference but they are well behind Stradbally in this regard. Number 15 Adam Curley was the main man in this encounter as he struck for a major score in each half, the first one helping his team to a 1-6 to 0-4 interval lead. Overall, Damien Tiernan was Gaultier’s top scorer with a tally of 0-4 and six other different players kicked their remaining points. Curley’s second goal was important in a half that ended level at 1-3 to 0-6, Gaultier gave as good as they got but they could not get the goal that was required to ignite their winning ambitions. The winners received scoring contributions from such as Mark Nugent 0-5 and Roger Ryan 0-2 with midfielder Mark Power also getting his name on the scoresheet.

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Robbie Deady; Conor Lynch, Paudie Allen, Daniel O’Neill; Phil Dee, Fintan Walsh, Ronan Fitzgerald; Mark Power, James O’Leary; Brian Dunne, Roger Ryan, Adam O’Sullivan; Mark Nugent, Noel Smyth, Adam Curley. Gaultier: Andy Kiely; Tyrone Power, Ronan Power, Seamus Dower; Robin Croke, Ronan McDonagh, Sean Flynn; Cathal Ryan, Rory Phelan; Conor Dunne, Callum O’Neill, Damien Tiernan; Chris Thomas Donal McCarthy, Conor Langton. Subs: Killian Fitzgerald for Rory Phelan, Killian Jones for Ronan Power, Aidan Ryan for Sean Flynn. Darragh Morgan for Conor Langton. Referee: Tomas O Curraoin (An Rinn).

THE STATE OF PLAY Brickeys’ first defeat against Stradbally will regroup them for their next outing no doubt which will be a tricky assignment away to An Rinn who occupy third spot at the moment. Stradbally face a similar task away to Rathgormack who had

a 3-14 to 2-3 win over St. Saviours last weekend and the Eastern team will require a win here to keep their hopes of qualification alive. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg must travel to play the home team in Leamybrien, not an easy task, Gaultier should get the better of St. Saviours at home while Stradbally will be awarded two points from their walkover against Ballinameela. There are still seven teams in contention for a qualifying place in this championship and it’s all to play for as they say commencing this Thursday and Friday evening. The only clubs out of contention at present are Ballinameela and St. Saviours with Rathgormack hanging on by their finger nails.

THIS WEEK’S FIXTURES Thursday 28/07/2016 19:30 An Rinn vs Brickey Rgs. 19:30 Rathgormack vs Stradbally Friday 29/07/2016 19:00 Kilrossanty vs Clashmore Kinsalebeg 19:30 Gaultier vs St. Saviour's 19:30 Stradbally vs Ballinameela

LEAGUE TABLE JJ KAVANAGH & SONS CO. JUNIOR FOOTBALL SENIOR ATTACHED CHAMPIONSHIP p w d l for against diff pts Brickey Rangers 6 5 0 1 92 67 25 10 Kilrossanty 6 5 0 1 68 60 8 10 An Rinn 5 4 0 1 41 31 10 8 Stradbally 5 3 0 2 70 42 28 6 Clashmore 5 3 0 2 52 40 12 6 Gaultier 6 3 0 3 41 50 -9 6 Rathgormack 5 2 0 3 55 51 4 4 St Saviour's 6 1 0 5 37 86 -49 2 Ballinameela 8 0 0 8 14 43 -29 0

15 Ballymacarbry Ladies Football

Ballymac’ wins Gillian Moore Tournament THE inaugural Gillian Moore Tournament took place on Friday, 1st July in the Mill Field Ballymacarbry. This was the third year of the tournament which is hosted by the Ballymacarbry Club in conjunction with the Moore family to honour and remember Gillian, a former member, player and supporter of the club who passed away three years ago. It was great to see club members of all ages participate throughout the evening. Exhibition games played by the under-age teams kicked off the evening. We would like to thank St. Pat's Ladies Football club for bringing along their U-8's and U-10's on the evening for some great football. The highlight of the evening was the Senior match where Ballymacarbry Seniors competed against the Limerick Intermediate team, who recently won the Division 4 League title, for the Gillian Moore Memorial Trophy. Ballymacarbry started at a frantic pace and were able to maintain a comfortable lead throughout the game to run

Ballymacarbry team captain Mairead Wall being presented with the Gillian Moore Trophy by John Moore. out convincing winners. Captain Mairead Wall was both delighted and honoured to collect the trophy on behalf of the club for the third year in a row from Gillian's brother John. PLAYER OF THE MATCH Fifteen year old Kelly Anne Hogan was awarded Player of the Match Award by the Moore Family and was presented with a beautiful trophy for her outstanding perform-

ance by Gillian's sister Sharon. Everyone then gathered at the Community Centre for refreshments to put a lovely end to a great evening. The club would like to thank everyone who contributed in any way to make the evening such a great sucess in particular Gillian's parents Collette and Christy, brothers John, Michael and J.J. and sister Sharon.

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Minor Hurling Championship

Local sides suffer heavy defeats DIVISION 1 De La Salle …………..3-17; Abbeyside …………...0-10. DE La Salle minor hurling team got their campaign off to a winning start with a good display in Abbeyside last Wednesday. After a close first half the city team took control in the second half and ran out comfortable winners. Abbeyside were missing a couple of defenders and struggled to get the grips with a full forward line of Luke Flynn, Cormac McCann and Thomas Douglas who scored 2-9 from play between them in a game in which the Abbeyside keeper won the admiration of the attendance with three superb saves. Abbeyside took the lead in the first minute but Thomas Douglas equalised a minute later. Abbeyside pointed again in the sixth minute but the winners were ahead within the minute when Lee Wall and Gavin Coppinger set up Thomas Douglas who crashed the ball to the net. Abbeyside then replied with two points to level matters. Points from Cormac McCann, the excellent Luke Flynn, Mikey Costigan and Thomas Douglas (2) between the 10th and 26th minutes had DLS ahead 1-6 to 0-4 before two late points for Abbeyside left the halftime score reading 1-6 to 0-6. The visitors began the second half with Sean Power pointing within ten seconds.

Further points from Mikey Costigan, Thomas Douglas, James Stone and Luke Flynn left the scoreboard reading 1-11 to 0-6 by the fifth minute. Abbeyside replied with two frees before Luke Flynn pointed after good work by Ian Condon. Abbeyside pointed again but further points from Luke Flynn, James Stone (2) and Thomas Douglas gave DLS a 1-16 to 0-9 lead after 49 minutes. The last few minutes saw this lead embellished when first Luke Flynn goaled after he was set up by Cormac McCann. The latter followed with a point and then after another run he set up Adam Hayes for a third goal. Abbeyside ended the scoring with an injury time sixty five. De La Salle: Donal Carey, Ryan Duke, Lee Wall, Lorcan Dwyer-Sheridan, Sean Carton, Mikey Costigan, Chris Kong, Conor Giles Doran, Gavin Coppinger, Sean Power, James Stone, Conor Dunphy, Luke Flynn, Cormac McCann, Thomas Douglas, Ian Condon, Kieran O'Donohue, Adam Hayes, Shaun O'Brien, James Quinlan, Kevin Hennessy, Dylan Finn, Jack O'Donohue, Tom Crotty. Scorers: Thomas Douglas (02 frees) 1-5, Luke Flynn 1-4, James Stone 0-3, Adam Hayes 10, Cormac McCann and Mikey Costigan (0-1 free, 0-1 '65) 0-2 each, Sean Power 0-1. Referee: Michael O’Brien (Portlaw).

Ballygunner …………. 4-17; Dungarvan ………….. 0-13. WITH 40 minutes played in this first round game at the

Dungarvan club grounds, Ballygunner held a 2-8 to 0-11 advantage over the home team but the county champions moved up a gear thereafter aided by the dismissal of Dungarvan centre back Peter Queally on a second yellow card and their higher fitness levels saw them run out comfortable winners. Dungarvan battled hard throughout this game with Jack Lacey the outstanding player on the field in the first half. Goals by David Dawson and Jack Troy helped the Gunners to a 2-6 to 0-8 half time lead with Lacey accounting for seven of the Blues points. Early second half points by Colm O’Shea, Mark Boland and Mick Devine kept Dungarvan in touch with the winners but this soon changed as county players Michael Mahony and Harry Ruddle raised a series of white flags and substitute Cormac Power and Jack Troy again found the net to run out clear and the most deserving of winners. Ballygunner: Dylan Spillane; Michael Smyth, Darragh Hogan, Matthew Kiely; Tadhg Foley, Shane O’Kennedy, Darragh O’Keeffe; Billy O’Sullivan, Michael Mahony; Stephen Jones, David Dawson, Darragh Dawson; Glen Moran, Harry Ruddle, Jack Troy. Sub: Cormac Power. Dungarvan: Stephen Donovan; Conor Duggan, Gary Donnolly, Dylan Murphy; Kealan Daly, Peter Queally, Mark Allen; Jack Lacey, Mick Devine; Colm

O’Shea, Mark Boland, Luke O’Callaghan; James Kiely, Brendan Cullinane, James Power. Subs: Daniel Kiely, Stephen Moynihan, Wayne O’Donnell. Referee: Gavin Whelan (Colligan).

VILLAGERS ANSWER WITH A WIN Abbeyside …………3-16; Clonea Power ……… 3-12. Abbeyside put their loss to De La Salle behind them at the Burgery grounds last Monday evening with a 0-4 win over Clonea who had defeated Mt. Sion in their first outing. Corner forward Tom Looby scored 1-6 from play, Seanie Whelan Barrett scored the winners two other goals while county player Conor Dalton raised three green flag for the losers. This was a very enjoyable and high scoring match as the minor hurling championship is now well under way for the rest of the summer. Abbeyside: Seamus Ryan; James Riordan, Shane Ahearne, Jack Kiely; Mark Twomey, Tony Collins, Daithi Brunnock; Darragh McGrath, Bearach Moore; Johnny Treen, James Beresford, Aaron Beresford; Sean Whelan Barrett, Fionn Gibson Kiely, Tom Looby. Clonea Power: Kieran Guiry; Conor Power, Conor Mulligan, Mark Ellife; Aaron Gleeson, Martin Power, Patrick Hahessy; Liam Connolly, Stephen Curry; Adam Nugent, Ciaran Power, Billy Power; Ben Kennedy, Conor Dalton, Eoin Dowley. Referee: Joe Salmon

(Clashmore/Kinsalebeg)

OTHER RESULT Clonea Power ……… 1-16; Mt. Sion …………… 0-16. Conor Dalton and Martin Power led Clonea to victory at the city club’s venue. Both teams had two players each sent off on red cards which will weaken their teams for this week’s series of games. DIVISION 2 RESULTS Roanmore …………..2-14; Clan Na Gael ……….. 2-13. Ballyduff Upper ……. 1-17; Cois Bhride ………… 0-14. ROANMORE were put to the pin of their collar to win at Cleaboy while Ballyduff’s 0-6 win over Cois Bhride will be regarded as a surprise in some quarters. Ballyduff Upper: Conor Sheehan; Bill Keane, Oran Leamy, Eanna Hyland; Micheal Hannigan, Oisin Hickey, Thomas McDonagh; Sean Kenny, Eoin O’Brien; Sean Casey, Eoghan Murray, Adam Feeney; Fionnan Hickey, William Daly, Aidan O’Brien. Subs: Ian Ahern, Jack McDonagh, Jack Barry, Peter Kennedy, Barry Nolan. Cois Bhride: Dean Beecher; Billy Henley, Robbie Geary, Sean Henley; Tom Roche, Cathal Geary, Mark Stuart; Ian Beecher, Darragh Mulcahy; Shane Ryan, Ed O Neill, Kieran Crawford; Billy Hynes, Darragh Buckley, Eoin McGrath. Subs: Ivan O’Neill, Ben Ahearne, Liam Motherway. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Cappoquin).

DIVISION 3 RESULTS GROUP A: St. Molleran’s ……… 4-21; Ballygunner ‘B’ …….. 2-12. St. Mary’s …………… 0-21;

Tramore ……………... 2-12. Erin’s Own ………….. 5-18; St. Saviours ………….. 4-9. THE constantly developing Ballygunner area sees them fielding a second team in the minor championship but they came up against a good St. Mollerans team here. It took two goals by Tramore to stay in touch with the winners St. Marys while Erins Own had their expected win against St. Saviours. GROUP ‘B’ Cappoquin ………… 6-23; Kilrossanty ………… 1-10. CAPPOQUIN scored a big win over the home team in Leamybrien and time will tell if the cornerstone are too strong for this division.

thanks to scores by such as Paddy Prendergast, Adam O’Sullivan, Luke Seward and Jack Ryan. David Walsh struck for Ardmore’s goal but minor scores by Ciaran Keating (2) and Seamus Cronin weren’t enough to keep their team in touch. Take the points and the goals will come as the old saying says and Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg proved this in the second moiety with Paddy Prendergast and Kyle Roche raising green flags. The winners won this half by 2-8 to 1-6 with substitute Billy Foley netting for the home team and Seamus Cronin and Ciaran Keating again shooting points.

Cappoquin: Graham Lyons, Cian Murphy, Jordan Kearney, Jack Coffey, Jack Mangan, Gavin Fives, Luke O’Rourke, Keith O’Sullivan, Daragh O’Rourke, Tommy McCarthy, Ciaran Power, Rory Heffernan Matt Noonan, Subs used Tom Troy, Evan Murray, Natahan O’Mahoney. Killrossanty: Jack Starling, Pat Power, Pat Hayes, Michael Galvin, Donal Fitzgerald, Anthony Lonergan, Jack Whyte, Eoin Curran, Luke Ryan, Joshua Kay, Eoin Power, Dylan Parrish Edmond Walshe. Subs: Conor Fennelll, Cormac Heinen, Philip Dunwoddy, Jack Kavanagh, Mikey Lawlor, John Paul Quinlan.

Scorers – Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg: Paddy Prendergast 1-5, Adam O’Sullivan 0-7f, Kyle Roche 1-0, Luke Seward 0-4, Jack Ryan 0-2, Brian Lynch and Sam Fitzgerald (f) 0-1 each. Ardmore: Seamus Cronin 0-5f, Billy Foley 1-1, David Walsh 1-0, Ciaran Keating 0-3. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Simon Lombard, Danny O’Mahony, Ryan Thomas, Jack Foley; Brian Lynch, Cian Ryan, Sam Fitzgerald, Adam O’Sullivan, Kyle Roche; Luke Seward, Paddy Prendergast, Jack Ryan, Isaac O’Sullivan, Eoin O’Halloran, Jim Scanlon. Ardmore: Jack Walsh, Adam Power, Eoghan O’Shea, Brian Walsh, James Michael Flavin, Tiernan Beresford, John O’Brien, Jack Keane, Scott O’Mahony, Seamus Cronin, Ciaran Keating, David Walsh, Gerry Reardon, Diarmuid Geaney, Billy Foley. Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Clashmore/Kinsalebeg . 2-20; Ardmore ……………… 2-9. PLAYING away from home Clashmore/Kinsalebeg scored a well deserved 0-11 local derby win against Ardmore. The winners led at half time by 0-12 to 1-3

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Alice O’Connor’s where the jackpot is €7,200 as on Monday night Philip and Nicole Cliffe were drawn out of the drum and chose card number 41, which when turned was not the Joker though they did win €50. Nora Walsh and Larry Cliffe won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar,Abbeyside Post Office and Crotty’s Corner Bar. UNDER 21 HURLING On behalf of all in the club we would like to wish Conor Prunty and all the County Under 21 hurlers the best of luck ahead of tonight’s Munster Final against Tipperary in Walsh Park. JUNIOR FOOTBALL On Friday night last we played Lismore in Cappoquin in our final game of the league section of the championship. As in all our games in this Championship the team put in a great performance but just came up short of victory. We will now play Collligan in the quarter final of the championship SENIOR FOOTBALL We play Ardmore this Saturday night in our third game of the County Championship in Fraher Field at 7:30 pm. AL-IRELAND SEMI-FINAL Any member who wishes to order tickets for the All-Ireland Semi-Final against Kilkenny is asked to let Jonathon Donovan know by this Friday at 6pm. SUMMER CAMP Following on the huge success of the Cúl Camps at the start of July we are delighted to say that there will be another Camp in our club in August. Organised by our own Michael O’Halloran the 4 day camps run from August 9th to 12th and 16th to 19th with the camps running from 10 am to 2pm daily. With coaching from county players Colin Dunford, Brian O’Halloran, Thomas Ryan and Fiona Morrissey the camps promise to be action packed, and further details can be got from Michael O’Halloran at 087 7712745 or Eoin Enright at 087 0900727. CLUB BINGO Our club bingo will continue this Sunday night, but it sees a change of venue to The Park Hotel with a jackpot of €2,050. JUVENILE NOTES Hurling on the Green: Cruachan, River Lane and Waters Edge hosted our 2nd HOTG session of 2016 on Wed. last 20th July. We had some brilliant sunshine and a big turnout of children, in addition to lots of residents who came out to witness the event. Special guest on the evening was Caoimhe McGrath, a member of the Waterford Ladies football team. Caoimhe has progressed through our underage structures to emerge as a key member of the ladies football team and also is an accomplished Camogie player. Thanks to the residents and everyone who contributed to making the event such a success and to Eoin Breathnach, Waterford GAA Games Development Officer, who was on hand to support the event. This week we are heading to McCarthy Ville on Thursday next 28th July. This session covers McCarthyville, Murphy Place, Kyne Park, The Hermitage, Park Lane, Sea Park and surrounding areas. Registration commences at 630 pm, with activities running from 7 to 8 pm. Our 4th session will be held in Pairc Na mBlath, Ballinroad on Wed 3rd August. If you enjoyed HOTG, and wish to play more Hurling, Football or Camogie, you are welcome to come along to our Academy sessions on Saturday morning from 1030hrs to 1130hrs and Camogie on Friday evenings from 6 pm. New members are always welcome at our Academy sessions. Minor: Our minor hurling team started their county championship On Wednesday night last week against a very strong De Le Salle team. On the night it was the city team who came away with a comprehensive victory. The lads now have to pick themselves up and were due to be in action in their second game on Monday night last at home to Clonea. At the time of going to print the result of this match was not available but will be included in next week’s notes. Under 15: Our under 15 hurling team begin their championship on Saturday next at home to Mount Sion at 3 pm. Under 14: Our under 14 hurling team began their county championship on Tuesday night of last week at home to a strong Mount Sion team. On the night the lads hurled well and came away with a draw. Training continues every Monday and Wednesday night at the club grounds. Academy: Our academy training sessions will continue this Saturday morning for players between under 5 and under 10 at the club grounds between 10.30 and 11.30. Under 13: Our under 13 hurling team were due to play the latest round of their western championship on Monday night last against Cois Brid. At the time of going to print the result of this match was not available but will be included in next week’s notes.

8 to 9 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coaches Paddy Smith and Rian Crotty at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Under 10: Our under 10 team took on the Brickeys in a challenge game over the last week. This group train very hard and seem to be improving with each outing.

Bhride Cois Bhride Kindly sponsored by Cunningham's Hardware Tallow UNDER 16 HURLING DIV 2 - GROUP B We played our second game in the above championship against Naomh Brid in Tallow last Saturday evening, having suffered a heavy defeat in our first game we needed to win this game. We started the game slowly but after conceding an early goal the lads seem to spark into life and an excellent worked goal by Ivan O'Neill put us in the lead which we never lost. With some excellent long distance point scoring and another goal just before the break from Mike Condon left us in the lead by 8 pts at half-time. Having played with the wind in the first half we knew Naomh Brid would up their game in the second half. They scored 3 quick points after the restart and we started to look a little bit nervous but all credit the lads they then went on to play some fantastic hurling scoring another 3 goals and some great points. At the final whistle we are ahead on the scoreline of 5-16 to 1-13. Well done to all the lads, this was a massive improvement from our first game. Our next game is away to portlaw/ballyduff on the 3rd of August. TEAM: T. Dalton, M. Dalton, D. Beacher, E. Lenihan, B. Aherne, S. Henley, E. McGrath, K. Crawford, P. Hynes, W. Cunningham, M. Stewart, J. Chambers, L. Motherway, I. O'Neill, M. Condon, J. Geary, C. Hunt and D. Costello. U-13 HURLING Hard luck to our u-13s who lost to Abbeyside last Monday evening. KELLOGG'S GAA CÚL CAMP This year's cul camp is taking place from Monday, 8th August to Friday, 12th August. Any queries please contact Lisa Henley on 0863461882. A NOTE FOR PARENTS Waterford GAA Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camps are run throughout the summer from Monday to Friday, 10.00 am to 2.30 pm What To Bring: Packed lunch + drink Hurley and Helmet for Hurling and Camogie Mouthguard for Football Suitable playing gear, tracksuit, shorts, runners, boots Rain jacket and changes of gear on wet days Sun cream and baseball hat Towel Water Most importantly, tell your child to have fun and enjoy. (We always carry a supply of spare helmets and hurleys at each camp for children who are not regular players or just starting). COUNTY GROUND LEAGUE Well done to Tom Dalton on winning the county ground league that was played out over the last three Thursdays in Fraher Field. U-21 BORD GAIS ENERGY - MUNSTER HURLING FINAL Best of luck to our players Jordan Henley and Colm Roche part of the Waterford panel who are

taking on Tipperary in Walsh Park this evening.

Ballyduff Upper Juvenile U-9’s The Club will be hosting an U-9 hurling tournament on Saturday, 6th August, more details to follow next week. U-10 HURLING The U-10’s participated in an all-Munster Hurling blitz hosted by Caherline GAA Club in Caherconlish, Co. Limerick on the 9th July. One club from each of the 6 counties of Munster were invited to attend. On the day the boys played and won both matches in their group against Seán Treacy’s from Tipperary and Caherline, the hosts. We then met the Cork representatives in the final, our neighbouring Club, Kilara Óg and our boys came out on top. Thanks to Caherline GAA for inviting us to the blitz, we were very well looked after on the day. U-11’s The boys participated in an U-11 hurling blitz on Saturday, 16th July as part of the Araglen Carnival weekend. Thanks to Kilara Óg for the invitation U-14 HURLING Last Monday night, July 18th we played St. Oliver's in the U-14 County Championship and we won on score of 12-13 to 8-07. The panel on the night was Florence Flynn, Fionan Walsh, Carthach Hickey, Paul Carroll, Patrick McCarthy, Quentin Joyce, Cathal Murphy, Sean Hickey, Billy Carroll, Tireoghain Flynn, David Barry, Josh Ahern and Joe Ahern.

The next game in this championship is on Monday, 8th August at home to Cappoquin. U-16 HURLING Our under 16 hurlers played St saviours in the first round of the county championship and won by 8/18 to 0/08. Next game in this championship is on Tuesday, August 2nd away to Sacred Heart. Panel on the day was Shane Casey, Darragh Murphy, Ian Ahern, Conor Hickey, Peter Kennedy, Jason English, Jack Barry, Jack McDonagh, Sean Hickey, Aidan O’Brien, Tireoghain Flynn, Fionan Hickey, Cathal Casey, Patrick McCarthy, Cathal Murphy and Florence Flynn.

MINOR HURLING Last Wednesday evening our minor hurlers played Cois Bhride in the first round of the county minor championship and won on scoreline of 1-17 to 0-14. They play away to Passage on Tuesday night, 26th. Panel v Cois Bhride: Conor Sheehan, Eanna Hyland, Oran Leamy, Bill Keane, Michael Hannigan, Oisin Hickey, Thomas McDonagh, Sean Kenny, Eoin O’Brien, Adam Feeney, Eoghan Murray, Sean Casey, Fionan Hickey, William Daly, Aidan O’Brien, Peter Kennedy, Jack Barry, Ian Ahern and Barry Nolan.

Kilgobinet Kilgobinet FRIENDS OF JOHN NUGENT (NUDIE) Memorial Walk/Run starting from Kilgobinet Sports Centre at 2 p.m., Sunday, 28th August. Details to follow. SYMPATHY On behalf of all associated with our Club, we would like to express our sincerest sympathies to the Walsh family, Kilnafrehan on the death of their

mother Catherine and grandmother of Eoin and Mark Dunford current players. RIP CONGRATULATIONS The club would like to congratulate Robert Phelan and Amanda Glenn on their recent wedding.

Brickey Rangers LOTTO No winner of the €3,550 jackpot. Numbers Drawn: 11, 20, 22, 27. €25 to each of the following: Elma Ronayne, Carthach Barry, Nicky O’Donovan & Paddy Sandust. Next week's draw to be in The Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €3,700. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE Our senior footballers had a great run out against Kilrossanty in Bushy Park last Saturday evening. With just two points in it at half-time hopes were high. A great effort was put in by our lads but just couldn't get a foot ahead if Kilrossanty and finished on a scoreline of 1-10 to 0-16 in favour of Kilrossanty. JUNIOR FOOTBALL Our junior footballers suffered their first defeat this year after losing out to Stradbally last Friday evening in bushy park however a great effort was put in by all present and we will hopefully meet Stradbally again at the buisness end of things final score was 1-7 to 3-9 in favour of Stradbally. UPCOMING FIXTURES Thursday - Junior football championship vs An Rinn at 7.30 in An Rinn. Friday - Senior football championship vs Ballinameela at 8.00 in Fraher Field. ARE THEY YOURS? From Feile and Picnic In the Park there is a big stock of people's plates and cutlery etc. left in our kitchen in Bushy Park. Anyone that owns them are asked to come and take them away before they are disposed of thank you. DEISE DRAW July Deise Draw is on this Friday and promoters should have the money in to Mary McGrath this week. BRICKEY RANGERS SUMMER CAMP Summer Camp will be held from Tuesday, 2nd - Friday, 5th August. Application forms available from Albert McGrath’s shop. BRICKEY RANGERS CAMOGIE CAMOGIE CAMP Munster Camogie have organised two camogie camps to take place in Waterford. On August 9th and 10th in Carriganore, and on August 16th & 17th in Abbeyside. The aim of the camps are to improve skill levels of current players as well as to introduce the game of camogie to girls who may not already play but wish to try it out. The camps cost €20 for the 2 days or €35 if attending both camps. Application forms can be had from Brona for anyone who may be interested in attending. For further information contact Kathleen Egan, Munster Development Officer on 087 6415485 or at Kathleen.egan@camogie.ie U-16 The u-16s kick off their campaign when they face Tramore in Tramore this Tuesday night at 7 pm. Results in next week’s notes. U-12 COUNTY FINAL Our u-12 girls faced Cappoquin in the County Final held last Saturday in Fraher Field. They gave it their all, but on the day were beaten by a

stronger Cappoquin side. Though disappointed, this was a very young team and they should be proud of themselves for their efforts and for reaching a County Final which in itself is a marvellous achievement. Keep it up girls and no doubt you will be in many more finals in the years ahead. Thanks to Brona for her excellent coaching and for her time and dedication to these young players.

Clais Mhór/Cionn t-Sáile Beag RESULTS Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Senior Football team was victorious against Ballinameela at the weekend. The score was Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-15; Ballinameela 1-4. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Junior Football Senior Attached team also claimed victory. Clashmore / Kinsalebeg 2-9; Gaultier 0-10. FIXTURE JUNIOR FOOTBALL Clashmore / Kinsalebeg will be in action against Kilrossanty on Friday next, July 29th, at 7.00. p.m. in Leamybrien. Please note earlier starting time. WELL DONE. Congratulations to the Waterford Senior Hurling team on qualifying for the All-Ireland semi-final. Well done to Tadhg and Brian for your impressive contributions to this victory. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES 2016 Cúl Camp our most successful ever: A massive thank you to everyone who contributed to make the 2016 Kellogg’s GAA Cúl Camp in Clashmore the most successful one we've ever had. An amazing 141 young players had a fantastic week and we were blessed with great sunshine and no rain. Thank you to our coaches who were top class with our boys and girls - Rian, John, Simon, Seán, Molly, Róisín, Christopher, Ruairí, Paddy, Megan and Timmy. Special thanks to our co-ordinator Katie Fleming who did amazing work and also to Mary O'Keeffe who helped with our goody bags. Thanks to Seán Byrne, Gerry O'Mahony and Rosemary O'Halloran for taking some lovely photos. To ambassadors Tadhg and Patrick, we really appreciate you taking the time and effort with the kids, it was class. There are too many others to thank individually but THANK YOU ALL, your help contributed to a great week. We hope to see all our young players at the Club Nursery next Saturday morning and our older boys and girls on the training fields in the coming months. Club Nursery Returns This Weekend! Due to the Cúl Camp last week, the kids earned a well deserved rest last weekend. We are going to resume the Club Nursery this Saturday morning at 10am at the GAA Pitch when we will be playing HURLING/CAMOGIE. The Nursery is for boys and girls aged 5-8 years and is great way to improve their skills and make new friends. It would be great to see some of the many kids who attended the Cúl Camp coming along for even more fun. Hurleys and helmets will be available for use by the kids. Please do try to bring your own hurley and helmet if possible. Please share with any children and parents! See you there!

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Affane/Cappoquin THREE TO ANSWER 1, Who was centre half forward on the Waterford U-21 hurling side that won its only All Ireland tile in 1992? 2, What club does Kerry footballer Paul Geaney play for? 3, Where is Brewster Park? LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS 1, Pat Cox is the former De La Salle goalkeeper who won an All Ireland Minor hurling championship with Wexford and played Munster senior hurling championship for Waterford 2, Rathnure are the Wexford side to lose five All Ireland club senior hurling finals 3, Buffers Alley are the only Wexford side to win the All Ireland club senior hurling championship? ALL IRELAND SENIOR HURLING SF WATERFORD V KILKENNY TICKETS We are now accepting ticket orders for the Waterford v Kilkenny All-Ireland Senior Hurling Semi-Final in Croke Park on Sunday, August 7th. All applications for tickets should be made through Club Secretary Maria Scanlon 086 3497150. MUNSTER U-21 HURLING FINAL Best of luck this evening to the Waterford U21 hurlers especially the local lads Andy Molumby and Niall Fives who take on Tipperary this evening at Walsh Park in the Munster final. WESTERN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Affane Junior footballers took on Shamrocks in Ballyduff last Saturday evening, in their last league game of the championship with the Shamrocks coming out on top. The shadow boxing is over now with the real championship about to begin where it will see Affane take on the hotly fancied Sliabh gCua in the Western quarter-final. SPEEDY RECOVERY The Cappoquin/Affane club wish clubmen Brian Murray and Pa Greene who have both been hospitalised recently a speedy recovery. LOTTO MONDAY, 25th JULY Jackpot €13,700. No wnner. Numbers drawn: 10, 19, 22, 26. Consolation winners €20: Paul Murray, Ballywelligan; Dean Morrissey, Castle St.; Owen McLaughlin, c/o Liam Costin; Jenny Coughlan, Affane; Mary, Lauren & Siobhan, c/o Sportsmans. U-13 WESTERN HURLING C'SHIP Cappoquin U-13 hurlers travelled to Ballyduff on Monday last and came away with a win which sees them qualify fo semi-final on Saturday, September 3rd. Team: Eoin Coffey, Aidan Hallahan, Mark Ormond, Adam Burke, Dylan Sheehan, Conor Rooney, Tadgh Kelleher, John O’Donnell, Neil Collender, Michael Dalton, Alex O’Sullivan, Aaron Coffey. Subs used: Shane Coffey, Eoin Rooney.

An Coilligeán/ Na h-Emmetigh WESTERN JFC (PREMIER), RD. 7 Colligan Emmetts 2-15; An Sean Phobal 0-11 We played Sean Phobal last Friday evening (22/07) at the Abbeyside venue in our final group game of the divisional Junior (Premier) Football Championship. Despite kicking a number of bad wides, and taking the wrong options at times, a well taken goal by Jason Dunford midway through the opening period gave us a four point advantage at the change of ends. To be fair to Old Parish, they came at us early on the resumption but our backs dealt well with their lively forwards. Great work rate and chasing down a lost cause saw Darren Dunford bundled the ball into the net for our second goal. With this, we pushed on and kicked some fine points throughout the second period. The result means we finished top of the table, and are now through to a League Final, and I believe we’ll play the 8th placed team (Ballinacourty) in the Championship QuarterFinal. Our team that featured last Friday evening read as follows: Dean McKenna, Alan Kinsella, John Nick Fennell, John Flynn, Ross Browne, PJ Coffey, Pa McGrath, Darren Dunford, Mark Flynn, Johnny Wall, John Morrissey, Gavin Whelan, Jason Dunford, Alan Walsh, Sean Browne. Subs: Aaron Whelan (used), Pat Dunford (used), Kenny Walsh.

CLUB LOTTO There was no winner of the ‘Black & Amber’ club lotto held in Quills Master McGrath Bar on Monday 18/07/2016. The Numbers drawn were 6, 15, 22 & 23, the €20 winners were: Fr. Cooney, James Dalton, Eugene Whelan, and Grace Conway. The promoter’s prize (€20) was won by Pa Drohan. The Jackpot on Monday night last (25/07) was worth €2,400. WATERFORD ADVANCE Well done to Colin Dunford, and the Waterford senior hurlers who saw off the feeble challenge of Wexford in last Sunday’s All-Ireland QuarterFinal at Semple Stadium. Despite amassing a huge tally of wides, Derek McGrath’s charges never looked like losing this one, but will have to show considerable improvement if we’re to come anywhere near Kilkenny in what’ll be a repeat of last year’s All-Ireland semi-final on August 7th at

Croke Park. Please contact club Secretary, Kevin Casey by 5 pm this evening (Wednesday). U-21’S SEEK MUNSTER GLORY Best wishes to Ross Browne, and the Deise U-21 Hurlers who do battle with Tipperary in this evening’s eagerly awaited provincial decider at Walsh Park at 7:00pm. Also we wish our trainer, Kieran O’Gorman the best of luck in his role as selector with the team. SYMPATHY We extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends, of the late Maisie Dunford, Knockenpower Lower, Colligan who died over the weekend. Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anim.

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD. CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €9,000 held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 24/07/16. €30 won by the following people Catherine Sandford, Kilmacthomas; Noel P. Walsh, Ballintlea. Seller’s prize of €30 Nicky Power, Ballyshunnock. Next week’s Clotto to be held in Micilin’s Bar, Kilrossanty, on Monday night 1/8/16 for a jackpot of €9,100.On duty on the night Kevin Lonergan and Jason Dee. SENIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE/PHELAN CUP On Saturday evening last, 23rd July we played the Brickeys in Bushy Park is was a evenly contested affair with sides trading points on numerous times and Darren pulling great saves in the first half. we kicked over some very well taken scores in the last few minutes of the second half to secure a hard fought win. Half-time score 0-6 points to 0-5. Full-time score 0-16 to 1-10. Team: Darren Mulhearne, Killian Whelan, Mark Prendergast, Conor Hayes, Pa Whyte, Stephen Prendergast, James Whyte, Tommy Prendergast (captain), David Power, Donal Fitzgerald, Niall Walsh, Barry Prendergast, Pa Cunningham, Joey Veale, Alan Quinn. Subs: Oscar De Paor for Niall Walsh; Michael Walsh for Alan Quinn; Michael Hassett for Stephen Prendergast (Black Carded). Scores: Joey Veale 0-7 (one from play), Niall Walsh 0-1, Tommy Prendergast 0-2, Barry Prendergast 0-2, Pa Whyte 0-1, Donal Fitzgerald 0-1, Pa Cunningham 0-2.

JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP/CROTTY CUP Our Junior Footballers take on Clashmore in the championship this coming Friday evening in Leamybrien at 7 p.m. The lads currently are joint top of the table with ten points with two games remaining. A win here would guarantee the lads a place in the knockout stages of the championship. The Crotty’s Cup will also be played for during this game as part of our Comeragh Queen festivities. DEISE DRAW The Next Deise Draw will take place in Ballymacarbry Community Centre this Friday, July 29th. BEST WISHES To our Vice-Chairman Willie Cusack and his fiancée Kathleen Nugent who are getting married in Rome the week. May the years ahead be filled with lasting joy. THE BEST OF LUCK To the Waterford under 21 hurlers who take on Tipperary this Wednesday evening, 27th July in the Munster under 21 Hurling Final in Walsh Park. MINOR HURLING Our Minor Hurlers lost their opening game of the championship last Wednesday evening to a very good Cappoquin side. This was our first venture into minor hurling in a number of years and with our limited numbers the lads played very well. There were some very good individual performances on the night but we were very unlucky with a few of the goals that were conceded. The lads will have played their second game against Ardmore at home on Tuesday evening gone and report from that game will be in next week’s edition. Team: Philip Dunwoody, Paddy Hayes, Patrick Power, Michael Galvin, Eoin Curran, Anthony Lonergan, Jack Whyte, Donal Fitzgerald, Eoin Power, Joshua Kay, Jack Starling, Luke Ryan, Edmond Walsh.

ALL-IRELAND HURLING SEMI-FINAL TICKETS Anyone hoping to travel to Croke Park for the semi-final on August 7th please get your orders into Jason ASAP. COMERAGH QUEEN FESTIVAL The Comeragh Queen Festival starts this Thursday evening, 28th July with a Memorial Walk for Noreen Prendergast on the Deise Greenway from Ballinroad to Durrow. There will be a bus leaving from Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien at 6:30 p.m. On Friday evening, 29th July our Under 14 footballers will take on Stradbally for the Mary Power Cup at 6 p.m. in Páirc Naomh Brid, Leamybrien. Also our Juniors will take on Clashmore in championship and the Crotty’s Cup. Monster Bingo in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, this Friday evening at 8:30 pm sharp. Increased prize money €1500 plus raffle. On Saturday evening, 30th July will once again be the time for our field day. This was a great success last year and promises to once again be a very enjoyable night for all the family

with the usual games and side shows including fancy dress Donkey Derby and Auction Race at 6:30 p.m. Dancing later that evening in Crotty’s Inn to Paddy O’Brien. Also in Micilin’s Bar with Pat Carpenter. Refreshments served. On Sunday evening, 31st July will once again the crowning of the Comeragh Queen for 2016 in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien. Dancing to Gerry Walsh & Dallas with special guest Mary Prendergast. Admission €10.

Lismore (Kindly Sponsored by EAMONN'S PLACE) LISMORE GAA CLUB LOTTO We held our club lotto draw on Tuesday evening last in the Community Centre for a massive Jackpot of €20,000. Numbers drawn on the night for this jackpot were as follows: 4, 13, 19, 23. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to Assumpta Dalton, Helen Landers, Ann O’Gorman & The Group & Gang. Next week's Jackpot will again be €20,000. Tickets €2 each or 3 for €5. BEST OF LUCK Wishing the Waterford U-21 hurlers the very best of luck in their quest for Munster Final glory when they take on Tipperary in Walsh Park this Wednesday evening, July 27th. WELL DONE Well done to the County Senior Waterford hurling panel who beat Wexford in the quarter final last Sunday. Wishing them well in their preparations for the All Ireland Semi-Final in which they take on old rivals Kilkenny in Croke Park on Sunday, Aug. 7th. CLUB MINOR HURLING Our minors travelled to Ballyduff Lower last Wednesday evening and came away with a great win. On this Tuesday evening July 26th they play Mount Sion in the GAA Field at 7.30 p.m. Result will be in notes next week. THANKS Jenny and Rudy Lyons express sincere thanks to all who supported their fundraiser coffee morning which was held at their home last Saturday, July 23rd in aid of Pieta House and West Waterford Hospice.

Melleray Glen Rovers WEEKLY LOTTO Weekending Sunday 24th July 2016, numbers drawn on the night were as follows: 8, 9, 28 and 29. There was no winner of the €3,000 jackpot. Consolation prizes went to the following: Niamh McCarthy, Aglish; Graham Foley, Lismore and Martin Corley, Kildare. Next week's lotto will take place in the Cat’s Bar, Melleray on Sunday night, 31st July at 9 pm for a jackpot of €3,050.00. Many thanks to all those who continue to support our weekly lotto, much appreciated. MELLERAY GLEN ROVERS ANNUAL SPORTS/GALA DAY RESULTS: Girls under 5 - 60 mtrs: Helen Besmh, Grange; Lillie Byrne, Melleray & Anne Cullinan, Dromana. Boys under 5- 60 mtrs: Callum Moore, Lismore; Daniel Keohane, Melleray & Jack Byrne, Melleray. Girls under 6 - 60 mtrs: Claire Whelan, Clonmel; Kate Cullinan, Dromana & Rachel Power, Melleray. Boys under 6 - 60 mtrs: Luke Donnellan, Fermoy; Mikey Lyons, Melleray & Leo Moran, Affane. Boys under 8 - 80 mtrs: T. J. Ormonde, Ryan Maher & R. Dwyer. Girls under 8 - 80 mtrs: Kate Kennerick, Annie Keohane & Ellie Carney. Girls under 10 - 100 mtrs: Louise Morrissey, Jessica Lacey & Jasmine O'Shea. Boys under 10 - 100 mtrs: Ronan Mansfield, Killian Meehan & Fionn Murphy. Girls under 10 - 400 mtrs: Chloe Morrissey, Affane; Jessica Lacey, Cappoquin & Jasmine O'Shea, Cappoquin. Boys under 10 - 400 mtrs: Conor Ormonde, Cappoquin; D O'Driscoll, Kinsalebeg & T. Ormonde, Cappoquin. Boys under 12 - 100 mtrs: J O'Driscoll, Clashmore; Ronan Mansfield, Ballinameela, & Conor Ormonde, Melleray Boys under 14 - 100 mtrs: A Burke, Melleray; Jack O'Driscoll, Clashmore & Tom Coffey, Melleray. Girls under 14, 100 mtrs: C Morrissey, Affane; Abby Prendergast, Melleray & Jessica Lacey, Cappoquin. Girls under 16 - 400 mtrs: C Morrissey, Affane; Jessica Lacey, Cappoquin & Abby Prendergast, Melleray. Boys under 16 - 100 mtrs: Adam Burke, Melleray; Jack O'Driscoll, Clashmore; Ronan Mansfield, Ballinameela. Boys under 16 - 400 mtrs: Danny Coughlan, Tallow; Danny Costin, Affane & Jack O'Driscoll, Clashmore. Boys Toddler Races: C O'Donoghue, Melleray; S Cahill, Melleray & T Ormonde, Lismore Girls Toddler Races: M Carthy, Melleray, R Morrissey, Killavullen & K Byrne, Melleray. Rings Competition: (Senior) John Burke, Melleray & (Juvenile) P. J Kiely Melleray. Milking Daisy: (Senior) Michael Prendergast, Affane; (Juvenile) Emma Coffey, Melleray. Winners of the field Raffle were as follows: Liam Begley, Kieran Flynn, Aglish Jonathan Hayes, Sean Lyons, Ann Lyons, Dave O'Connell, Lauren Reddy, Martin Keohane, Maria Uniacke and Tom Duggan. Winners of the Grand Raffle: Daphne Kiekebos, Ballynoe East, Melleray; Jean Mangan, Celine O'Shea, Shanbally, Cappoquin; Aileen Kiely, Ballynoe East, Melleray and Kevin O'Rourke, Melleray. Dog Show winners: (big dog) Roxy - owned by John & Spike, owned by Luke O'Rourke.

17 Dog show winners: (small dog) Alfie, owned by Annette, Rubbie, owned by Michael McCarthy & Lucky, owned by Robyn Uniacke.

Many thanks to all who attended on what was a very successful day. The committee would like to sincerely thank all those who helped out in any way possible in the preparation beforehand, the help on the day and those who remained in the field afterwards to tidy up, it was greatly appreciated, thanks to all those who sponsored prizes and items for the draw, without everyone's help and the very generous sponsorship on the day, events like this could not be run, so again, many thanks to all. MELLERAY GLENROVERS OFFICIAL CLUB GEAR: We are in the process of ordering Official gear for the club in the form of Polo Shirts/ tee shirts and 1/4 front zip up Tops for both Juveniles and Adults. It is hoping that we will be confirming shortly with suppliers on prices and will have delivery of stock fairly soon afterwards. Anyone with queries for same or would like to place orders can contact Sharon Power on 086/4039270 or Pa Lyons on 086/8214284 for details. We will be organising another night for measuring/sizing of tops and the date will be posted in next week's notes. Well done to the Waterford Senior Hurlers and their management team, mentors and supporters on a great victory against Wexford in Thurles last Sunday, all roads now lead to Croker in two weeks time to meet Kilkenny, we wish all involved the very best of luck.

Shamrocks Juvenile Ladies Football U-15 CHAMPIONSHIP Following a late walkover from Roanmore last week our U-15s travelled to Tramore last Monday evening to play their first game in this year’s U-15 Championship. We started very brightly with an Aobhla Motherway goal in the first minute. Tramore soon settled and began to get on top with their pressure resulting in a goal and two points without reply. The tide then turned in our favour again with Leanne Sheahan scoring a goal and a point before Tramore replied with a goal of their own. Just before half-time we got a bit of luck when a Rebecca McSweeney free went all the way to the net to leave the half-time score Shamrocks 3-1; Tramore 2-2. On the resumption we added to our lead with a goal from Aobhla Motherway. Tramore then began to dominate and added three goals and a point without reply. We needed some excellent defending from Rachel Roche and Ellen Ryan in our fullback line to prevent Tramore adding to their lead. With just two minutes remaining and trailing by five points Leanne Sheehan scored a great individual goal to reduce the deficit to just two points. With time almost up Doireann Ormonde made a great interception and played a precision pass to Leanne Sheehan who coolly finished to the net to put us into the lead. There was still time for Tramore to launch one final attack and a great Olivia Mason block prevented Tramore from equalizing. In the end we held out for a deserving one point win with the score finishing Shamrocks 6-1; Tramore 5-3. Our next game is at home to St. Olivers on Wednesday, August 10th. Team: Abbey Morrissey, Ellen Ryan, Anna McDonald, Olivia Mason, Doireann Ormonde, Rebecca McSweeney, Rachel Roche, Leanne Costigan, Amy O’Brien, Leanne Sheahan, Aobhla Motherway, Catherine Hynes, Meadh Ormonde, Emma Roche.

U-13 CHAMPIONSHIP Our U-13s began their campaign last week with a convincing win at home to Ballyduff Lower. We dominated this game from the start and kicked some great scores including a hat trick of goals from Rachel Roche in midfield. In the second half some of our younger players were introduced and acquitted themselves very well. Our next game in the U-13 Championship is away to Dungarvan this Thursday evening. CLUB GEAR The club has sourced Training Jerseys and Half Zip tops which we will be selling to any players or parents that are interested in purchasing them. We will be placing the final order with the supplier on the week beginning August 8th so players have until then to confirm their order. TRAINING Just a reminder that training continues every Saturday morning at 10.30 am in Knockanore. With the U-13 and U-15 Championship being played at the moment its important that all players attend training.

Marys gCua/St. Mary's SliabhgCua/St. Sliabh 11th ANNUAL DAN FRAHER LONG PUCK THIS MONDAY The 11th annual Dan Fraher long puck takes place from Kirwan Park on bank holiday Monday, 1st August. Free bbq and live music will follow the long puck in the Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA club

grounds. The course will once again take its usual course, starting in Skeehens, with participants hurling their way back to Kirwan Park. €20 per adult - €10 for U-16’s. Teams of 3. Each team MUST bring one extra sliotar. Get your team together and come along and enjoy the highly acclaimed event. Last year’s winners were Waterford senior hurling playmaker Colin Dunford along with Mark Flynn and Morrie Ferncombe, who now will be aiming for 3 in a row. The long puck commences in Kirwan Park, Touraneena at 5 pm. All are welcome. All information can be relayed through Mike Murray on 087 7428032. CROKE PARK BOUND Congratulations to Waterford senior hurlers who had a 0-21 to 0-11 win over Wexford in Thurles on Sunday, setting up another South East derby as we play Kilkenny in the semi-final. Galway powered to a deserved win over Clare and now face Tipperary in the other semi spot. WATERFORD U-21’S Best of luck to Waterford’s under 21 hurlers who meet Tipperary tonight (Wednesday) in the Munster final. An epic game is on the cards, let’s hope this fantastic young team can progress to the semi-final. IOMÁNA IDIRMHEÁNACH Naomh Mhuire v An tSraidbhaile. Ionad: Kirwan Park, Touraneena. Dáta: Friday, July 29th, 2016. At 7.30 p.m. PEIL SOISEAR Well done to Sliabh gCua who progressed to a semi-final spot with a comfortable 3-14 to 2-03 win over Tallow at the weekend. Other results in our group saw Colligan overcome Old Parish, Shamrocks got the better of Affane while Lismore had too much for Ballinacourty. WATERFORD LADIES SENIOR FOOTBALL Huge congratulations to Waterford ladies senior footballers who ended up victors in a high scoring game with Armagh over the weekend. Waterford edged Armagh in Clane on a 4-13 to 2-13 scoreline with Ballymac’s Aileen Wall notching up 2-4 from play. Well done girls!! DEISE DRAW – TOP PRIZE €10,000 The Deise Draw takes place this Friday evening. All monies to be paid to your co-ordinator immediately. Tickets are available from any committee member for a mere €10 a month. ALL-IRELAND SEMI-FINAL TICKETS We are now accepting ticket orders for the Waterford v Kilkenny All Ireland Semi Final on 7th Aug. in Croke Park. All orders must be with Marie McDonald on 087 6742397 before 6pm on Friday, 29th July.

Tourin CHALLENGE MATCH Tourin played a challenge match against Ballysaggart on Thursday last, both teams were short a few players but it was a good run out. Training continues Thursday night, at 7.30 p.m. WATERFORD V WEXFORD Waterford returned to winning ways against Wexford on Sunday. Waterford were always in control and have now set up a semifinal meeting with Kilkenny. Shane played the whole match again and looked composed and solid throughout. Regretfully, Darragh went off injured during the first half. All at the club would like to wish him a speedy recovery. TOURIN 10K OR 5K Tourin Community Hall are holding a 5k and 10k walk or run on Friday, 9th September at 7 p.m. Plenty of time to get training. More details to follow. CLOTHES COLLECTION Thank you to everyone who kindly supported our clothes collection. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Stradbally JUNIOR FOOTBALL Junior Football this Thursday evening against Rathgormack in Rathgormack at 7.30 p.m. Best of luck and well done on a well deserved victory against Brickey Rangers last Friday evening. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Intermediate hurling against St. Mary’s this Friday evening. This game will take place in Touraneena at 7.30 p.m. Best of luck to team and management. 50/50 DRAW 50/50 Draw on this Sunday night, please support this draw for pitch development. Thanks to all who support this every two weeks. Someone will win half the pot, last draw, Irene Kilbride won the tidy sum of €245. This week – it could be you. WELL DONE To Michael Walsh and the Waterford Hurlers on a well deserved victory last Sunday. We wish them all the best against Kilkenny in a couple of weeks. SEMI-FINAL TICKETS Anyone who wishes to order tickets for AllIreland Semi-Final should do so immediately. Contact Pat Fennell on: 087 7722821.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

Nire/Fourmilewater WATERFORD SENIOR HURLERS Congratulations once again to Jamie Barron and Conor Gleeson who played a very impressive part in Waterford's excellent 10 point victory over Wexford in the All-Ireland quarter-final. All Waterford people can look forward to an another All-Ireland senior hurling semi-final in two weeks with renewed confidence. Na Deise Abu!! WATERFORD U21 HURLERS Best of luck to Conor Gleeson, Dermot Ryan, Benji Whelan and the Waterford U-21’s who take on Tipperary in tomorrow night’s Munster final in Walsh Park. MINOR HURLING Hard luck to our minor hurlers who lost out to Passage 1-16 to 5-12 in the county minor hurling championship last Saturday. The lads put up a superb fight but had to give way to a stronger passage side on the day. MICHAEL O’GORMAN We would all like to wish Michael O’Gorman a speedy recovery from his recent operation. Hope to him back on the field of play soon WATERFORD LADIES FOOTBALLERS Well done to the Waterford ladies footballers who defeated Armagh last Saturday. FOURMILEWATER 45 CARD RESULT Winner: Mary Murphy and Mary Kearns. 2nd: Paddy Wall and Vincent Wall. Mary Morrissey and Helen McGregor. Richard Harte and Michael Power. Lucky Tables: PJ Wall and Pat Morrissey; Larry Ryan and Jim Phelan. FOURMILEWATER WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Weekly Lotto Result. Numbers Drawn 13, 14, 15. No Winner. 5 X €30 Winners: Nuala Connolly, Lorcan Brew, Rebecca Doocey, Mary O’Gorman, Ellen Kelly. NEW WEBPAGE Delighted to announce that at last the Nire/Fourmilewater webpage is up and running. You can access the page at http://www.nirefourmilewater.gaa.ie The webpage is in its infancy and over the coming days and weeks we will be updating it. Please be patient but at least we are on the World Wide Web!. Spread the word. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-13 Hurling: Best of luck to our U-13 Hurlers who take on Naoimh Brid tomorrow evening in Modeligo at 7 p.m. U-14 Hurlers: Hard luck to our U-14’s who lost out to Passage last Saturday. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. Training – U-13: Our U-13 Train every Wednesday at 7pm in the Milfield €1. U-11/12: Our U-11/12 training continues every Monday in the Millfield between 6-7 pm €1. Our U-9/10 training continues every Thursday between 5/6 pm in the Millfield. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your team-mates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games. Ar agaidh an Uidhir agus An Caislean Cuanach.

Kill Kill CLUB LOTTO Our latest draw was held last Monday night, 18th July, in Dunphys Bar, where a jackpot worth 10k was up for grabs. However, we had no winner, nor had we any Match 3’s, so the lucky dip prizes went to Eddie Barry, Rahen, and Tony Barry, Kilbarrymeaden. Both received €25 each for their troubles. The numbers drawn were 10, 24, 25, 28. The next draw comes to Kirwans Bar on Monday night where the jackpot is still at the €10,000 mark. DEISE DRAW This Friday evening, the 29th, sees the July draw take place in Ballymac and as always we ask all our promoters to return their 'dues’ to our coordinator Hannah Power before the weekend. FENOR HURLERS A busy few days for Fenor's hurlers saw mixed results. On Monday, the 18th the intermediates took on St. Mollerans in Carrick-beg in Round 2 of the Eastern league and came out on the wrong side of a 1-14 to 0-19 scoreline. Four nights later our junior ‘B' outfit travelled to Ballyduff and prevailed in an exciting encounter in the 5th round of the championship, winning by 1-19 to 0-18. The lads now have two wins and with two games remaining they now have a chance to qualify for the knockout stages. This coming Thursday night in Walsh Park the intermediates take on St. Saviours in the second round of the championship. The game is timed for 7.30pm and all support would be greatly appreciated. JUNIOR FOOTBALL FIXTURE Our last game in the league section of the

11 to 12 year old Group with Waterford Hurlers Patrick Curran and Tadhg De Burca along with Coaches Timmy O'Keeffe and Christopher Power at the Clashmore/Kinsalebeg Kellogg's GAA Cúl Camp held in Clashmore's GAA Grounds organised by the Waterford Coaching & Games. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

championship takes place this Friday night, the 29th, in Gracedieu against De La Salle. While we are almost qualified for the knockout stages, a win here would definitely see us through. This one has a 7.30 pm start time.

Kilrossanty Brickeys Brickeys Kilrossanty Ladies Football Football Ladies BAG PACK The Club fundraising bag pack will take place on August 5th and 6th in SuperValu, Dungarvan. This is our main fundraising event of the year and we really need all hands on deck to make it a success and keep things afloat in the club. We are asking for 2 hours of your time to fill slots which will start at 10 am on Friday, 5th and from 9 am on Saturday. Parents and older players are especially asked to assist. Please contact Midge or Siobhan if you can spare a few hours to help. U-15 & U-13 Our u-13 & u-15 campaigns will kick off this week. First in action will be our u-13 girls who played Comeragh Rangers on Monday night, results not known at time of going to press but will be given in next week’s notes. Our u-15s are next up when they’re away to Dungarvan on Wednesday night. Good luck girls! TRAINING It’s difficult to fix a night for training at this time of year with so many fixtures and other activities going on, however, every effort is made to give ample notice to players and parents of the times and venues for training sessions. A team will never reach their full potential and have success on the playing field without having first put in the work on the training pitch, it’s as simple as that. We would really urge all players to make the effort to attend every training session and give it 100% when there. U-10s & U-8s There’s fantastic work being done by our u-10 and u-8 coaches in Leamybrien and in Bushy Park each week with good numbers attending and the standard improving with every session. This was evident at the recent blitz held in Clashmore which our girls took part in, and thoroughly enjoyed. Thanks to Clashmore for hosting us and thanks to the mentors for having the girls so well prepared and looking after them on the day. Keep up the good work!

CLG na C.L.G. NaRinne Rinne IOMÁINT IDIRMHÉANACH Thug iomáinaithe na Rinne aghaidh ar Carrick Swans an Aoine seo chaite 22/7/16. Cluiche cuimhneacháin William Nugent a bhí ann agus ba mhaith leis an chlub buíochas a ghabháil do Carrick Swans as ucht an cuireadh a thabhairt dúinn. Cluiche breá a bhí ann ar an oíche agus bhí an bua ag leaids na Rinne. Scór deiridh: An Rinn 3-18; Carrick Swans 2-16. LOTTO Torthaí lotto 18/7/16. Uimhreacha: 6, 12, 20, 27. Ní raibh aon buaiteoir den pota óir an tseach-

tain seo chaite. Bhuaigh na daoine seo a leanas €25 an duine: Gemma De Grás, Áine Ní Fhaoláin, Síle Breathnach. Beidh €4,700 sa pota óir an tseachtain seo chugainn agus is I dTigh Uí Mhaonaigh a bheidh an tarraingt PORT LÁIRGE Comhghairdeachas go dtí Iomáinaithe Sinsear Phort Láirge a bhfuil tar éis cáiliú go dtí cluiche leath cheannais na hÈirinn don dara blian as diaidh a chéile tar éis buachaint ar Loch Garman an Domhnach seo caite. Ar ndóigh beidh orthu feabhsú go mór don cluiche seo mar is Cill Chainnigh a bheidh mar freasúra acu. SRAITH IOMÁNA IDIRMHEÁNACH Tá dhá cluiche iomána socraithe don tseachtain seo. Tabharfaidh na leaids aghaidh ar Naomh Muire ar an Máirt 26/7/16 amuigh I Tourneena ag tosnú ag 7.30 pm. Beidh Baile na Sagart mar chuairteoirí dtín Rinn ar an Aoine seo chugainn 29/7/16 ag tosnú ag 7.30 pm

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last week's winning lotto numbers were 13, 14, 20, 21, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Jane Murphy, Mary O'Donovan, Derek Hayes, Aine Ormonde, and Richie and Larry. Next week's jackpot will be €16,050. JFC: Shamrocks 6-11; Affane 2-9. Shamrocks footballers finished their league campaign with a 14 point win over Affane in Ballyduff last Saturday evening. Despite having to field without a full strength team for most of the championship, Shamrocks won five, drew one, and only lost one match, by a point to Sliabh gCua. The next round of matches will be knockout, but won't be played for a long time as there are a lot of hurling championship matches to be played yet. JACK O'DONOGHUE Congratulations to Glenaboy's own Jack O'Donoghue who crowned a superb first senior competitive outing at the RDS last Saturday with a joint first place in the Puissance (the one with the 7 foot 3 inch wall!) Jack was a fine hurler at underage with Cois Bhride before turning his attentions to horses and Gymkhanas. A fine future beckons this talented young man. DEISE INTO SEMI-FINAL Despite hitting a crazy 18 wides last Sunday, Waterford still had 11 points to spare over a poor Wexford side in Thurles in the All-Ireland Quarterfinal. Credit to them for bouncing back from a crushing defeat in the Munster Final, but a similar display against Kilkenny in two weeks time will be punished. Also worrying is the total failure to create any goal scoring chance in the full 70 minutes, and they will certainly need goals to have any hope of defeating the Cats.

Sean Phobal Phobal Sean JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPONSHIP Colligan 2-15; An Sean Phobal 0-11 Níl aon gearán le toradh an chluiche seo. Bhí An Coilleagán níos láidre agus níos cliste leis an liathróid. Thógadar na seanseanna níos feárr ná

An Sean Phobal. Bhí ar a laghad trí seans maith do chúl agus theip orainn an cheann acu a thógaint. The bottom line here is another game where we failed to take our chances. Three clear goal chances were squandered, including a penalty. The only positive is that we are gaining sufficient possession to allow us create the chances. Converting those chances into scores is the big challenge for both players and management as they face into the first crunch game of the year where the winners go to the quarter final and the losers start thinking about next year An Foireann: A. De Paor; I. Ó Cuirrín, P. Ó Conbhaidhe, D. Ó Murchú; S. Ó Conbhaidhe, S. De Paor, T. Ó Gealbháin (0-1); L. Ó Raghallaigh, P. Ó hÉalaithe; A. Mac Gearailt (0-2), R. Tturraoin, R. Stillwell (0-3); D. Ó Currín (0-2), G. Ó Gadhra (0-2), B. Frinnseach. Fir Ionaid: P. Ó Céitinn, S. Uada.

CAMPA SAMHRAIDH AN TSEAN PHOBAIL Tá an campa samhraidh beagnach buailte linn arís. Beidh sé ar siúil i bPáirc Colmáin ó 8ú Lúnasa go dtí 12ú Lúnasa ag tosnú gach lá ar 10.00. Tá táille €40 do gach pháiste ach le sin gheobhaidh siad feisteas tréanála gur féidir a úsáid mar éide spóirt na scoile. Summer Camp starts in Páirc Colmáin on August 5th and continues until August 12th with a 10.00am start each day. The €40 fee per child will include a free training top which can be used as school sports gear. Please pay the fee to Ann Hogan as soon as possible. Needless to say these camps need lots of helping hands so if you can give an hour or two on any of those dates, contact Ann or any committee member. Beidh fíor fáilte romhat! NIGHT AT THE DOGS: FRIDAY NIGHT SEPTEMBER 30th Make a note of the date in your diary. We are all going to the dogs on that night! Yes it’s the next fundraiser for the club and it promises to be a great night of fun at Youghal Greyhound Track. More details will follow over the coming weeks.

St. Juveniles Mary’s Juveniles St.Mary’s CUL CAMP A final reminder to all that anyone interested in Cul Camp would want to book their place asap as numbers are significantly up on last year. This year’s event is held in Kill and kicks off at 10 am on Bank Holiday Monday. You can book your place by going on to the GAA website and looking for the Cul Camp link. MINOR HURLING Our minor hurlers got their championship campaign off to a winning start in Tramore last Wednesday week, when they defeated the home team by 3 points. Playing with the breeze in the opening half we led by 5 at the half time breather, but had too withstand a determined rally from the seasiders before we prevailed on a final score of St. Mary's 0-21; Tramore 2-12 U13 HURLING Our latest game in the championship saw Roanmore come to Bunmahon last Wed evening, 20th July. Having lost out on our opening two games we needed a win here to remain in contention for honours. We started brightly with

Colyn Power pointing and for much of the half we dominated, but failed to take our chances, while Roanmore took there's when they came their way. At the break we trailed by 5 and needed a good start to the second half to get back into the game. However it was the city outfit that got it. We kept battling away and were denied several times by some great goalkeeping from the Roanmore keeper. We were finally rewarded with a goal when the battling Brian Dowdall struck, but it was a case of to little too late. Final score St. Mary's 1-4; Roanmore 5-6.

Ardmore DR. Joe Meehan Memorial Walk in aid of the Local SVP Conference and Marymount Hospice shall take place in the village of Ardmore at 2.00 p.m. Bank Holiday Monday, 1st August, 2016, starting at the Church. Calling on all members, patrons and supporters of our club to participate in this very worthy cause as the late Dr. Meehan was a founder member of our local SVP Conference. Dr. Meehan also gave his professional services free of charge to all injured playing members over the years. Please Note your diary and wear the club colours on the day. Ardmore GAA Golf Classic shall take place on the 5th and 6th August, 2016, at West Waterford Golf Club. Teams of Four €120 and Sponsor Tee Box €100. 1st Prize is Weekend Stay for four with Dinner at the exclusive Cliff House Hotel. This event is one of the main fund raising events the club hosts and so any support you may give is greatly appreciated. PATTERN CUP Fermoy 3-12; Ardmore 1-13. Ardmore came up against a very fit Fermoy team in the Pattern Cup on Friday night last, 23rd July, played in Ardmore. Game has given management some areas to improve on ahead of our championship encounter with Ballinacourty this Saturday evening at Fraher Field. Let’s wish the lads the best of luck in hopefully achieving there third win in this years senior football championship. LOTTO RESULTS 25th July, 2016 – Jackpot Not Won. Numbers: 1-11-15-21. Winners of €20: Nuala Murphy, c/o Mary Prendergast; Seamus Veale, c/o An Tobar; Berthy Hallahan, c/o Fleming’s Bar; Patrica Anne Quirke, c/o Round Tower Hotel; Bridget Houlahan, c/o Fleming’s Bar. Next Draw €7,300 at Kiely’s Cross Bar. ARDMORE GAA OLYMPICS The Ardmore GAA Olympics held on Pattern Sunday was a great success. The olympic events were enjoyed by all the teams and there was plenty of laughter throughout the rounds. The winning team was Honky’s Heros. The bar and burger bar was busy all day and it was great to see such a great crowd watching the Waterford match on the big screen. We would like to thank everyone for comming along and supporting this event. We would also like to thanks our sponsors. More details and pictures to follow next week.

GENERAL SPORT

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 29 July, 2016

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